Thursday, March 28, 2024

I Wish I Could Make This Better


I always like using the patterns in a designer series paper collection that are out of the theme - for example, I used a piece of A Little Latte designer series paper on this card but one without the coffee theme...After choosing the pattern, I added card stock colors and elements that coordinated with those colors.


The sentiment is from the Comforting Thoughts stamp set and is stamped with Lost Lagoon and Pecan Pie ink and it is stamped on a die cut made with the Everyday Details dies. The sentiment is two separate stamps and I love that the fonts are different. I also added a few Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots for accents.


Supplies:
Comforting Thoughts
Lost Lagoon, Pecan Pie ink
Pecan Pie, Lemon Lolly, Petal Pink, Basic White card stock
Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots
A Little Latte designer series paper
Everyday Details Dies

When you don’t have the right words to say, send a lovingly made card using the Comforting Thoughts Stamp Set to show you care. This sentiment-only stamp set includes messages of love and support for people who are going through hard times. The greetings in this set are inspired by the people who have survived difficult situations. We gathered from them the words of comfort they found during those times, and created this stamp set to help you love and support others in similar situations. Use this set for get-well cards, sympathy cards, or thinking of you cards. Pair with your favorite image stamp set to add customized imagery for your recipient. The sentiments are designed to be stamped as the greeting on the outside of the card with a complementary message for the inside of the card. The sentiments are also designed to be mixed and matched to customize the message for the situation or the recipient. We all have times that are harder than others, and a heartfelt card from you with a loving sentiment and personalized message can show someone they are not alone. Also available in French.

* 14 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, d

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
* Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.
Show the people in your life that you love them a latte with the A Little Latte 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper! Great for card making, gift packaging, memory keeping, and home decor, this paper in neutral colors features many artistic elements you won’t want to miss. Add beautiful details to your crafts using the latte cup and coffee bean artwork, use the basic patterns as a background on a card front, or use the watercolor-style designs for a more eclectic look! Just pair with the stamped images and the greetings of your choice, and surprise your coffee-loving friends with hearfelt projects!

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Calypso Coral, Early Espresso, Lemon Lolly, Lost Lagoon, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.


Use the Everyday Details Dies for your everyday crafts! The varying shapes of the rectangular and circular dies pair with a variety of sentiments and stamped images. The dies have a dainty pattern around the edge, giving you an elegant border that won’t be missed. Layer the dies for a fun card front or unique background image. There are so many possibilities!

* 11 dies
* Largest die: 2-5/8" x 4-1/8" (6.7 x 10.5 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut shapes and paper cutouts with just a quick run through your Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Detailed dies include ejection holes so you can remove the paper easily.

Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

March Stamp Club Projects

There was lots of colors and patterns used in the stamp club projects this month and I also chose several products that were online exclusives as well.


The first card uses several items from the Flowering Zinnias suite of products along with the Nested Essentials dies. The card stock colors are Lemon Lolly, Gorgeous Grape and Basic White.


Our next card uses products from the A Little Late suite along with some Stampin' Write markers, Basic White and Pecan Pie card stock.


Finally, the layout showcases the Sweet Thoughts Memories and More card pack along with coordinating card stock colors - Garden Green, Flirty Flamingo, Crushed Curry, Pretty Peacock and Basic White.


We would love to have you join us sometime! Contact me for details.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Thinking, Praying and Hoping

I really like the sentiments in the Comforting Thoughts stamp set and I have made a few different cards with it recently. This one pairs the stamp set with the Forever Love specialty designer series paper.


I used three different patterns from the specialty paper collection, this is another product that I really love because of the color combinations. The sentiment layer is die cut with the All That dies and is stamped with Pretty Peacock ink.


Supplies:
Comforting Thoughts
Pretty Peacock ink
Pretty Peacock, Bubble Bath, Very Vanilla card stock
Forever Love specialty paper
All That dies

When you don’t have the right words to say, send a lovingly made card using the Comforting Thoughts Stamp Set to show you care. This sentiment-only stamp set includes messages of love and support for people who are going through hard times. The greetings in this set are inspired by the people who have survived difficult situations. We gathered from them the words of comfort they found during those times, and created this stamp set to help you love and support others in similar situations. Use this set for get-well cards, sympathy cards, or thinking of you cards. Pair with your favorite image stamp set to add customized imagery for your recipient. The sentiments are designed to be stamped as the greeting on the outside of the card with a complementary message for the inside of the card. The sentiments are also designed to be mixed and matched to customize the message for the situation or the recipient. We all have times that are harder than others, and a heartfelt card from you with a loving sentiment and personalized message can show someone they are not alone. Also available in French.

* 14 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, d

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
* Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.


Add beautiful detailing to all your crafting projects with the Forever Love 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper. Each page includes delicate hand-drawn floral, gold, and intricate designs, perfect for dressing up any card, envelope, or gift tag. Create stunning wedding, engagement, shower, or birthday announcements with the golden floral pages. Or turn the more subtle designs into moody and romantic background pieces or banners. Whether you use one side, both, or mix and match, each page is sure to help you turn simple crafts into something extra elegant!

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Moody Mauve, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Very Vanilla

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Monday, March 25, 2024

Earthen Elegance Sympathy

This is a card that I had in a recent all occasions card class and a stamp a stack using the Heartfelt Hexagons bundle and Earthen Elegance designer series paper. I am always drawn to the designer series papers that have a distressed look without having a pattern in them for card backgrounds.


There are two different designs from the Earthen Elegance designer series paper in the background and on top of that is a piece of Pebbled Path that is punched out with the Hexagon punch. The next layer is die cut with the Stylish Shapes dies and stamped with Pebbled Path ink.


Supplies:
Heartfelt Hexagon
Pebbled Path ink
Pebbled Path, Very Vanilla card stock
Hexagon Punch
Stylish Shapes dies
Earthen Elegance dsp


Stamp a sentiment, then frame it with a pretty border. The Heartfelt Hexagon Stamp Set has images for stamping labels, tags, and focal points. The sentiments are great for many life events and occasions, from birthdays and weddings to support and sympathy. The fonts and designs are timeless so they look beautiful on any project. Also available in French.

* 13 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, d

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
* Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

The Earthen Elegance 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper is just as lively as the earth itself! With new colors and designs, this paper can be mixed and matched on one project or spread out over multiple projects. Some of the designs on this unique paper feature photos of hand-glazed pottery for a one-of-a-kind look. It includes the deep blues of the ocean, copper tones of the earth, petals and raindrops, and so much more! It's beautifully designed with you in mind, bringing the soft tones of nature right into all your card making crafts.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Copper Clay, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Moody Mauve, Pebbled Path, Pecan Pie, Pretty Peacock

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Friday, March 22, 2024

Highlights

I have to admit, I don't use Instagram although I probably should start! The video below showcases some Stampin' Up! Instragram highlights for you to enjoy!




Thursday, March 21, 2024

Happy Little Things

The stamp set used on this card is another of the new Online Exclusives products that just came out. It is called Happy Little Things, and you can see more details about the set along with the images below.


For the background, I used part of a Sweet Thoughts and More Card along with some designer series paper from Sale-a-bration 
called Softly Stippled. 
The "Celebrate" outline is stamped with Memento Black and the stamp that fills the letters was inked up with Calypso Coral ink. I added a few retired embellishments to complete the card.


Supplies:
Happy Little Things
Memento Black, Calypso Coral ink
Basic White, Pebbled Path card stock
Deckled Rectangles Dies
Sweet Thoughts and More Cards and Envelopes
Softly Stippled dsp (SAB 2024)


Create unique sentiment pairings for your paper crafts with the Happy Little Things Stamp Set. These stamps have so much variety! Combine the large print sentiments for an extra big celebration (you can use just the outline or fill it in with the coordinating stamp). You can even stamp one of the large sentiments multiple times for a unique background! Or match a large sentiment to one of the smaller phrases for a more personalized message. No matter the card or craft, these stamps are perfect for celebrating, sending your love and appreciation, and finding joy in the season.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want.

* 18 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, h

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
* Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.
The Sweet Thoughts Memories & More Cards & Envelopes come in two beautiful colors! Having the card base and envelope ready cuts down on your prep time and helps you get to crafting much quicker. The cards easily coordinate with multiple products, so you can stamp your favorite sentiments, adhere die cuts, emboss, and so much more.

* 20 cards and 20 envelopes: 10 each of 2 colors
* Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 6-1/4" (10.8 x 15.9 cm)
* Envelope size: 4-1/2" x 6-1/2" (11.4 x 16.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Pecan Pie, Pretty Peacock

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

You Are Loved


Another of the online exclusive products that was just released is a stamp set called Magnolia Mood. There is also a matching die set that goes with this, but I did not use it for this card.


In the background I have a piece of Azure Afternoon card stock that is embossed with a retired folder and then I added a piece of Poetic Expressions designer series paper to add more color.
Next is the magnolia image stamped with Crumb Cake ink on the same color or card stock and finally the sentiment which is also stamped with Crumb Cake ink.


Supplies:
Magnolia Mood
Crumb Cake ink
Crumb Bake, Azure Afternoon card stock
Argyle folder
Poetic Expressions dsp


Flowers make everything sweeter, so sweeten your cards and paper crafts with the Magnolia Mood Stamp Set. Stamp a magnolia in a single color—you don't need more than that because the detailed artwork adds depth. Or color the magnolias using your favorite colors and coloring tools for a stepped-up look. Finish your card with a sentiment to wish someone a happy birthday or to let them know that you're there for them. Whatever you do, you'll love the result!

This is a Distinktive stamp set; it has a special texture that gives added depth and dimension in a single step, creating photo-realistic images.

* 7 cling stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, d, e

Cling stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are premium rubber stamps.
* Have deeply etched images for excellent detail.
* Are precut so you don’t have to trim them.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Flowers make everything sweeter, so sweeten your cards and paper crafts with the Magnolia Mood Stamp Set. Stamp a magnolia in a single color—you don't need more than that because the detailed artwork adds depth. Or color the magnolias using your favorite colors and coloring tools for a stepped-up look. Finish your card with a sentiment to wish someone a happy birthday or to let them know that you're there for them. Whatever you do, you'll love the result!

This is a Distinktive stamp set; it has a special texture that gives added depth and dimension in a single step, creating photo-realistic images.

* 7 cling stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, d, e

Cling stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are premium rubber stamps.
* Have deeply etched images for excellent detail.
* Are precut so you don’t have to trim them.
* Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
* Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
* Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

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