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Holly Jolly Wishes

November 18, 2021 / Leave a Comment

I usually prefer traditional colors of red, green and white for Christmas cards but just couldn’t resist making a card with the Holly Jolly Wishes Cling Stamp set & the Whimsy & Wonder DSP. I love the colors in this DSP, and the iridescent foil in the patterns give it the perfect touch of bling!

I started with a Mint Macaron card base and added a layer of the Whimsy & Wonder DSP. I love the packages in this pattern. In keeping with the pattern of the DSP, I added the Glittered Organdy Ribbon wrapped around the top of the card like a package.

I added one of the Wonderful Snowflakes, which are part of the Whimsy & Wonder Suite Collection. It coordinates beautifully with the Whimsy & Wonder DSP. Then I stamped the sentiment in Misty Moonlight on Basic White cardstock. Using the Layering Circles Dies, I die cut the sentiment and layered it on a scallop circle that I die cut from the Whimsy & Wonder DSP. I really like the subtle look of the pattern on the DSP showing.

To finish my card I added an In Color Jewel to the Snowflake and tied the ribbon bow and attached it to the card with a glue dot. And last but not least, I brushed a Wink of Stella on the Misty Moonlight scalloped circle.

I hope you enjoyed my card today. Thanks so much for stopping by!

Card Measurements:

Card base: 5-1/2″x 8-1/2″, score in half at 4-1/4″
DSP layer: 4′ x 5-1/4″

Happy Stamping!

Ornate Thanks/November 2021 Demonstrator Training Program Blog Hop

November 15, 2021 / 18 Comments

Thank you for joining us for our Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrator Training Program Monthly Blog Hop! We are so happy that you could join us today for this blog hop for ideas and creative inspiration. We are a group of Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrators from around the world that are taking part in training that is helping us to build a successful Stampin’ Up!® business and reach some goals we have set. We really appreciate your support.
You may be starting here or have come from another blog – either way you can find the link list at the bottom of this post so that you can see every blog post and idea today.

For my card I wanted to create a Thank You card that is easily duplicated so that you can make multiples at one time. These will be great to give as thank you’s during the holiday’s. The Whimsy & Wonder DSP is stunning with the iridescent foil accents in the patterns.

I used my Stamparatus to stamp the “Thanks” from the Biggest Wish Stamp Set in Mint Macaron. Then I stamped the “just wanted to say” from the Ornate Thanks Stamp Set in Tuxedo Black ink. I really like the effect of stamping it over the “Thanks”. I layered Whimsy & Wonder DSP on a strip of Mint Macaron cardstock, cut to 1″ x 5-1/2″. Then I adhered the DSP to the card base under the sentiment.

I tied a piece of Glittered Organdy Ribbon around the top of the card over the Mint Macaron cardstock, a fun way to give the ribbon a pop of color. To finish the card I added a few of the Mint Macaron Genial Gems.

Ornate Thanks Card Measurements

Basic White Thick Cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″, score in half 4-1/4″
Mint Macaron Cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 1″
Whimsy & Wonder DSP: 5-1/2″ x 2-1/2″

As mentioned at the top, this is a blog hop so make sure you ‘hop’ around to all the amazing projects on this hop! Click on the links below to visit them.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Pansy Petals Sticky Note Holder

November 1, 2021 / Leave a Comment

This cute Sticky Note Holder was made entirely from scraps using Pansy Petals DSP and coordinating cardstock. I participated in a Challenge during the month of October to use scraps instead of cutting a new sheet of paper.

Confession……I’m sometimes forget to use up scraps until they start piling up. Do you regularly use up your scraps or do they sometimes pile up, like mine, before you use them?

This is a great project to make for party favors, birthday/holiday gifts, and for craft fairs.

Watch my video below to see how easy it is to make. Then I challenge you to use your scraps to make one too.

Sticky Note Holder Measurements:

Fresh Freesia Cardstock Base: 3-1/2″ x 7-1/2″, score on the long side at 3-1/2″ & 4″
Basic White: 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
Pansy Petals DSP: 3″ x 3″

Product List

Pansy Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[154999]

$25.00

Sweet As A Peach Photopolymer Stamp Set

[155050]

$18.00

Pansy Petals 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155807]

$11.50

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$8.75

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$9.75

Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad

[155611]

$7.50

Tasteful Labels Dies

[152886]

$31.00

2021–2023 In Color Jewels

[155571]

$7.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$25.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$10.00

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

$60.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$4.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.00

Add All to Cart

I hope you enjoyed my project today and will have fun making some Sticky Note Holders!

Happy Stamping,

Gifts Galore Paper Pumpkin Kit

October 12, 2021 / Leave a Comment

How cute it this new Paper Pumpkin Kit coming in November? I can hardly wait to start making these cute treat boxes.

This all inclusive kit has bright, festive colors, classic Christmas sentiments, a charming snowman, and more festive designs, so you’ll have everything you need to make 9 eye-catching treat packages that are sure to spread Christmas cheer. There’s plenty of joy to share with Gifts Galore!

November’s Gifts Galore Paper Pumpkin Kit is offering a fun holiday gift-wrapping solution! While the cellophane bags in this kit are food-safe, the packaging is sized for both treats and gifts. Have fun with the festive designs of each box. The Gifts Galore designs are adorable whether they wrap up treats or not! If treat packaging isn’t your jam this month, the components of this kit are extremely versatile, allowing you and your customers to explore another crafting opportunity of your own.

Subscribe by November 9th to receive the Gifts Galore Paper Pumpkin!

New to Paper Pumpkin? Paper Pumpkin is our monthly One-Stop Box™ that offers a unique variety of paper projects for subscribers of any skill level to enjoy! These thoughtfully themed and all-inclusive craft kits include an exclusive Stamp set, an ink spot and adhesive to complete your projects each month.

There are 2 subscription options for Paper Pumpkin. A Month to Month Subscription – pay as you go, cancel or suspend anytime. Or Purchase.a Pre-Paid subscription- available in 1, 3, 6 & 12 month subscriptions. Ready to subscribe? Just click the image below to subscribe now!

Happy Stamping,

New Kit – Christmas Whimsy

September 13, 2021 / Leave a Comment

Stampin’ Up! recently released the newest kit in the Kits Collection, Christmas Whimsy.

Santa’s elves might be hard at work in the North Pole but with this all-inclusive kit, the hard work is done for you! All pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to craft. The simple steps of this kit are perfect for beginner crafters and kids, too! Grab a kit or two and gather around for a simple Christmas activity that everyone will enjoy. This kit contains everything you need to create eight elf-centric Christmas cards. It includes printed card bases, die cuts, embellishments, an exclusive stamp set, a Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot, and more!

Kit contains enough supplies to create eight cards—4 each of 2 designs.
Includes printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, embellishments, gold foil die cuts, gold twine, and coordinating envelopes with gold foil accents.
Includes an exclusive stamp set and a Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot.
Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
Coordinating colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Poppy Parade, Real Red, So Saffron, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede

Watch the unboxing video below to see how quick and easy it is to put the cards together using the full color instructions included with the kit.

Kits in the Kit Collection are only available while supplies last, Click here to order yours.

Happy Stamping,

Candy Canes

September 7, 2021 / Leave a Comment

I love candy canes at Christmas. During the holidays I keep them on my desk at work, I put them on the Christmas tree and we alway have extras so I’m usually still enjoying them after Christmas.

Of course I had to have the new Candy Cane background stamp available in the July – August Mini Catalog. It’s the perfect stamp for simple stamping with just ink, stamps and paper. I have found that the best way for me to get a clear image when using a background stamp is to use my Stamparatus. It allows me to stamp multiple times without fear of not lining up the image correctly. It was so easy I decided to make one with Real Red and one with Garden Green.

The sentiment I choose for these cards is from the Frosted Gingerbread stamp set, with pairs perfectly with this background stamp. To dress the card up a bit I used a bit of Gold Foil Specialty paper with the sentiment layer. It was quick and easy to put these simple, cute cards together.