Glad We’re Friends Card Tutorial

Posted on July 8, 2022 by Stamp with Jini

Do you ever loose things on your desk? Since I broke my arm in January it seems to be a more and more common for me, lol. With PT and appointments seems I don’t get to spend the time I want to doing things so they just pile up. What does this mean to you? Well, a tutorial that I meant to share with you in June.

Better later than never, right? So here we go. The Glad We’re Friends stamp set is a fun one perfect for all ages with cute little images and sayings, and the images are perfect for coloring too.

This card uses our lovely Soft Polyester Ribbon which ties so wonderfully. Check out this quick and cheerful card that I made for my team retreat .

So what do you think? Sweet, right? If you’d like to make one of these cards too why not check out my Video Tutorial and PDF?

Glad We’re Friends Card Tutorial PDF

You’ll find a complete supply list and measurements along with step by step instructions in my PDF.

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: glad We’re Friends (158787)

Accessories: Stylish Shapes Dies (159183)

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Check out my sweet little Tea Boutique 3×3 Tea Bag Holder Tutorial

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Stamp with Jini

I love to catch a cup of tea or coffee with friends. How about you? It’s always fun catching up over a cup of tea or coffee with a friend.

Or how about making a cute little gift for someone special? I’ve used this sweet peach tea since I thought it brought out the Crushed Curry flowers in the Tea Boutique Designer Series Paper.

And since I love anything coffee or tea themed lol I knew I it was one of the first things I would get from the new Catalog. I think you’ll love this fun suite of products too.

Tea Boutique (158670) can be found in our 2022 Annual Catalog on page 12-13. The Suite is filled with not only the Cup of Tea Stamp set and coordinating dies, it’s also filled with some other fun coordinating products for you to craft with.

Here is a quick video tutorial for you along with a PDF that you can print off, so you can make some of these fun 3×3 Tea Bag Holders too!

Tea Boutique 3×3 Tea Bag Holder PDF

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: Cup of Tea (158661)

Inks: Sweet Sorbet (159268/159215) and Starry Sky Classic Ink (159263/159212)

Paper: Tea Boutique Designer Series Paper (158659), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Starry Sky 1/8″ Metallic Woven Ribbon (159198) and Basic White 3×3 Envelopes (159233)

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Let’s Walk Through the 2021 Annual Catalog Retirement List!

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Stamp with Jini

Walk through the catalog with me in my 2021-2022 Annual Catalog Retirement list video walk through.

We are visual folks, right? So let me walk you through the Catalog and I’ll help you mark the items that are retiring on May 3rd so you have a quick easy visual so you can see things at a glance while you create your shopping list!

Here is what you’ll want to have:

Highlighters
Printed lists (if you want one)
A comfy place with space to spread out

If you’d like to print the list to have while we mark our catalogs, I’ve provided them in the links below.

Retired Stamps & Accessories List PDF
Retired Stamps & Accessories Excel File

Then Shop with me Online

Make sure that you are shopping with me

You’ll find my name, Jini Merck in the bar across the top of the screen or you can choose me while checking out.

When you shop with me regularly you’ll continue to receive free catalogs and promotions, etc.

What do I need to know To Get My FREE Gift?

Use my Host Code 4XZ2D6MM and get a free gift from me!

The 2022-2023 Annual Catalog is right around the corner and I won’t be able to mail you one if you have chosen no contact.

Are you eligible for a FREE Stampin’ Up! 2022-2023 Annual Catalog? I’m currently working on my mailing list for shipping the 2022 Annual Catalogs (and will be finalizing it by March 29th)

You’ll be the first to get one (around late April) if:

Are you a frequent customer of mine?

If you ordered a minimum of $50 from me in the last three months (or 90 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up!Catalogs.

Have you hosted a Private Party? If you have gathered with friends in the last 3 months (or 30 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs.

Haven’t ordered from me for awhile or are new? Place an $50 order with me during March and you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs. (If you are placing an Online Order make sure your information is up to date, the mailing address is correct, and you’ve allowed me to contact you. if you didn’t choose the contact option I can’t mail you a catalog. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! directly at 1-800-782-6787 if something needs to be corrected in your Online Store profile).

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Blessings of Home Note Card Tutorial

Posted on December 29, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Note Cards quick and easy when you need to send a little something to someone needed a little pick me up. Today’s note card is just that and it uses the blessings of Home Bundle (157939) from the upcoming January – June 2022 Mini Catalog that goes live January 4th, 2022!

Check out this little card we made together during OnStage@Home recently.

This card uses a quick and simple coloring technique with our Blender Pens (102845). While Blender Pens are great for all kinds of things, today’s project shows you how to use the line art you’ve stamped itself to pull color into your project.

Blessing of Home Adding Color Technique #2 Video Tutorial

Blessing of Home Adding Color Technique #2 printable PDF

So what do you think? Like this quick and easy color option? I really think you’ll enjoy the Heart & Home Suite (157959) of products it’s jam packed with wonderful items and the Heart & Home Designer Series Paper (157928) is filled with lovely patterns and colors to create with.

Speaking of Designer Series Paper – did you know that I sell Designer Series Paper Swatch Books to help with your creating?

This tool is wonderful to keep on your desk as you stamp and refer back to easily without having to pull everything out. You’ll reach for it again and again. I’m also offering a Paper Share so you have a little of everything in our 2022 Mini & Sale-a-bration brochures. CLICK HERE to learn more about these fun crafting options and get order yours. The deadline to reserve yours is just a couple of days away!

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Here is the last of our Cards using the One Sheet Wonder

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s project is the last and final card for the One Sheet Wonder Template #1 and it uses that fantastic Ever Eden Cotton Paper.

Whew! that makes 4 quick and easy card all using one 6×6 piece of Ever Eden Designer Series Paper! If you missed the Template for this project CLICK HERE to check it out. Want to see the tutorial? I won’t make you wait any longer.

One Sheet Wonder Eden’s Garden Lay Out #4 Card Video Tutorial

One Sheet Wonder Eden’s Garden Lay Out #4 Card Tutorial PDF

Are you liking the One Sheet Wonder Template that I’ve shared with you this week? It’s a great way to make multiple cards using your Designer Series Papers. I especially like the Eden’s Garden stamp set for it’s sentiments. This makes a great set of cards to gift too since it has a variety of sentiments we need year round. What do you think? Why not leave me a comment and let me know? And of course if you’d like this Collection of products why not stop by my Online Store? The Eden’s Garden Collection is available until January 3rd or while supplies last. It’s a beautiful collection with special products that are only available during the promotion since it is a sneak peek into the January – June Mini Catalog. While you can get the Bundle later, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with the exclusive products.

Want to see a lovely Home Decor project I made using this Collection too? CLICK HERE to see my tutorial.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Eden’s Garden (*157823)

Inks: Evening Evergreen (155576/155577) and Soft Succulent Classic Ink (155778/155779)

Paper: Ever Eden Specialty Designer Series paper (*159996), Ever Eden 12×12 Cotton Paper (*159997),Gold Shimmer Paper (Retiring 156471), Evening Evergreen (155574), Soft Succulent (155776), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Eden Dies (157831), Tailored Tag (145667) and Label Me Lovely Punches (151296), Layering Circle Dies (151770), Metallic Pearls (14622), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107)

*Eden’s Garden Collection (160849)

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Lay Out #3 Eden’s Garden One Sheet Wonder Tutorial

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

I hope you’re enjoying the One Sheet Wonder Tutorial – Today’s card Lay Out #3. This card is made extra special due to the Ever Eden Cotton Paper that was used to highlight the beautiful pattern from the Ever Eden Designer Series Paper.

This Cotton Paper is really quite cool to work with, one side has more of a sheen than the other and when torn like I have here it gives you another texture. Why not check out my Video Tutorial?

One Sheet Wonder Eden’s Garden Lay Out #3 Video Tutorial

And of course, a printable PDF too.

Eden’s Garden One Sheet Wonder Lay Out #3 Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And don’t forget to stop back by tomorrow for Lay Out #4, our 4th and final card for this One Sheet Wonder Template.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Eden’s Garden (*157823)

Inks: Evening Evergreen (155576/155577) and Soft Succulent Classic Ink (155778/155779)

Accessories: Eden Dies (157831), Tailored Tag (145667) and Label Me Lovely Punches (151296), Layering Circle Dies (151770), Metallic Pearls (14622), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107)

*Eden’s Garden Collection (160849)

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Eden’s Garden One Sheet Wonder Lay Out #2 Tutorial

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Yesterday I shared with you a fun One Sheet Wonder Template using the Ever Eden Specialty Designer Series Paper and as promised here is the Lay Out #2 Card Tutorial.

A portrait layout with rich Gold Shimmer Vellum. I love the translucent look of this vellum, it is simply gorgeous. But it is part of the Retirement List so it’s while supplies last so you’ll want to stock up on this elegant crafting option.

This card is quick and easy and if you follow my One Sheet Wonder 6×6 Cutting Guide Template #1 Video Tutorial. You can see it HERE.

One Sheet Wonder Eden’s Garden Lay Out #2 Video Tutorial

One Sheet Wonder Template #1 – Eden’s Garden Lay Out #2 Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And then stop back by tomorrow for Lay Out #3 and another fun tutorial using this One Sheet Wonder Template!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Eden’s Garden (*157823)

Inks: Evening Evergreen (155576/155577) and Soft Succulent Classic Ink (155778/155779)

Accessories: Eden Dies (157831), Tailored Tag (145667) and Label Me Lovely Punches (151296), Layering Circle Dies (151770), Metallic Pearls (14622), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107)

*Eden’s Garden Collection (160849)

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Eden’s Garden & the One Sheet Wonder

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Starting today I’ll be sharing with you a fun One Sheet Wonder project. My One Sheet Wonder Template #1 will help you create 4 quick and easy cards using the lovely Ever Eden Specialty Designer Series Paper and Eden’s Garden stamp set. Here is a quick peek at all 4 cards.

I’ve created video tutorials and pdfs for each of these projects that I’ll be sharing with you so make sure you come back each day this week to see them all. I know you wont to miss out on this wonderful Collection that is only available until January 3rd or while supplies last.

First the Cutting Guide – I’ve created a quick video sharing how to cut your 6×6 piece of Ever Eden Specialty Designer Series Paper.

ONE SHEET WONDER CUTTING GUIDE – TEMPLATE #1 VIDEO TUTORIAL

along with a PDF for you too. This template not only includes the cutting guide but also the 4 layouts in one place.

One Sheet Wonder 6×6 Cutting Guide Template #1 PDF

Once you have your pieces cut why not start creating with the Lay Out #1? Here is the card and a quick another video tutorial for you today along with the card’s printable PDF.

EDEN’S GARDEN ONE SHEET WONDER LAYOUT #1 VIDEO TUTORIAL

EDEN’S GARDEN ONE SHEET WONDER LAY OUT #1 CARD TUTORIAL PDF

Enjoy! and then stop back tomorrow when I’ll be sharing another card and tutorial with you this time for Lay Out #2

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Eden’s Garden (*157823)

Inks: Evening Evergreen (155576/155577) and Soft Succulent Classic Ink (155778/155779)

Paper: Ever Eden Specialty Designer Series paper (*159996), Ever Eden 12×12 Cotton Paper (*159997), Gold Shimmer Paper (Retiring 156471), Evening Evergreen (155574), Soft Succulent (155776), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Eden Dies (157831), Tailored Tag (145667) and Label Me Lovely Punches (151296), Layering Circle Dies (151770), Metallic Pearls (14622), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107)

*Eden’s Garden Collection (160849)

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Here’s the final Nuts About Squirrels Tutorial in my Step It Up Series

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is the last and final card in my Step It Up Series using the Nuts About Squirrels stamp set. The addition of the Beauty of the Earth Designer Series Paper adds a wonderful pop of color and texture that ties everything together nicely. I’ve deviated a bit from the Mini Catalog design, but that is one of the fun parts about stamping.

I’ve also changed up the sentiments in this Series so that I could show you all the great sentiments in the set.

Step It Up Series 1 – Nuts About Squirrels Card #3 Video Tutorial

Step It Up Series 1 – Nuts About Squirrels Card #3 Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Nuts About Squirrels (156475)

Inks: Early Espresso (147114), Pumpkin Pie (147086), Old Olive (147090), Crushed Curry (147087), Cajun Craze (147085), and Sahara Sand Classic Ink (147117)

Paper: Beauty of the Earth Designer Series Paper (155841), Cajun Craze (119684), Old Olive (10702), Crushed Curry (131199),and Very Vanilla Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Banners Pick a Punch (153608) and Meadow Moments Embossing Folder (153126)

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Card #2 in the Nuts About Squirrels Tutorial Step It Up Series

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Yesterday I shared the first card in my 3 card Step It Up Tutorial Series highlighting quick and easy stamping. Today’s card adds a punch and a bit more. So why not check it out?

This card uses the same adorable images but has a few more colors added to make it a bit more fun. I love the Rich Regal Color Collection for fall and winter projects, you can’t go wrong with this color pallet.

I’ve got several rows of corn to process today, so I’m making this a quick post. Here is the quick video I made for you so you can see how I stepped up this card.

Step It Up Series 1 – Nuts About Squirrels Card #2 Video Tutorial

Step It Up Series 1 – Nuts About Squirrels Card #2 Tutorial PDF

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Nuts About Squirrels (156475)

Inks: Early Espresso (147114), Pumpkin Pie (147086), Old Olive (147090), Crushed Curry (147087), Cajun Craze (147085), and Sahara Sand Classic Ink (147117)

Paper: Cajun Craze (119684), Old Olive (10702), Crushed Curry (131199), and Very Vanilla Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Banners Pick a Punch (153608)

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