Rainy Day – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #595

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Hi There,

I think I was channeling my inner Mary Engelbreit today with the polka dots and colors.  Rain can be a bit depressing but when you use bright colors I think that changes things.

I created a puddle for my image to be standing in and used Stampin’ Up! Crystal Effects to make it look real.  Check out the complete tutorial below or better yet stamp along with me.

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Warning!   Warning!

This is the last day to take advantage of the Free Shipping special going on at Stampin’ Up! Be sure to not miss out ends April 8, 2013.

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Here is a link to my online Stampin’ Up! shopping page where you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.

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Also, check out my new Zindorf Naturals Soap Page.  This stuff is oh so good for your skin.   CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT. New!  – Milk & Honey Soap

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stamps: Stampin’ Up! Lean on Me (item # 122285)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Real Red, So Saffron and More Mustard

Ink: Stampin’ Up! More Mustard, Real Cherry Cobbler, Sahara Sand and StazOn Jet Black

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! Sponges, Big Shot Machine, Adoring Accent Edgelit, Stampin’ Write Markers (Lucky Limeade, More Mustard, So Saffron, Blush Blossom, Real Red, Bashful Blue & Crumb Cake), Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Labels Collection Framelits, Top Note Die

Cut one Label from the Label Collection (2nd to the smallest size) out of Whisper White card stock and the next size up out of So Saffron card stock.

 

Stamped the image from the Stampin’ Up! set Lean on Me using StazOn Jet Black ink.

Colored the coat and boots using So Saffron marker, umbrella and pants using a Real Red Marker, Added Crumb Cake marker to the underside of the umbrella.

Colored the hair with More Mustard marker and skin with Blush Blossom marker.

Added more Blush Blossom marker to the cheeks (twice).

Added More Mustard marker to the coat, boots and hair.

Colored the rain drops and added a puddle using the Bashful Blue marker.

Added Crystal Effects to the puddle to give it some shine and bring it to life.

Colored in the ground using a Luck Limeade marker.

Sponged in a bit of Sahara Sand ink in the sky.

Sponged More Mustard around the two labels.

Die cut a Top Note out of Real Red polka dot card stock.

Cut a 4″ x 5.25″ piece of So Saffron card stock and embossed it using the Polka Dot Embossing Folder and Big Shot Machine.

Cut an accent piece out of More Mustard card stock using the Adorning Accents Edgelit.

Added a Whisper White card stock base, 5.5″ x 4.25″ panel of Real Red,  Sponged More Mustard around the So Saffron Embossed panel and sponged Cherry Cobbler ink around the edges of the Top note.   Added the More Mustard accent piece and pierced holes in each scallop.

Here is the finished project measuring 4.25″ x 5.5″.

Over the weekend I was busy, busy straightening a few of my gardens up.   I tackled the strawberry bed and thinned out my strawberry plants so they will be more productive.

Filled my strawberry jar with some of the excess plants and shared the rest with neighbors.

Russ and I also cleaned out our small barn.  I’m moving the chickens to bigger quarters.  More news on that later.   We also did the task of bringing home a truck load of mulch and shoveled it out of the truck into a pile, then cleaned up the yard and deck furniture.   I’m tired and it’s only Monday, lol.

I couple of pics from this morning in the yard.

Here birdy, birdy. . . . .

Until my next post. . . . . .

Hugs,

Weight loss in 2013: 19.7 lbs

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Stampin’ Up’s Color Refresh! I love color and I know that you do too. Color is fundamental to who Stampin’ Up! is and what they offer. It’s important for us to stay up-to-date with color trends so I am thrilled to share Stampin’ Up’s updated line of colors, and hope you will be as excited as I am by the new possibilities!

Why now? In 2010 Stampin’ Up! did a big color renovation and shared their plans for smaller color refreshes every three to five years to keep their colors on trend. Well it has been three years and I am excited to announce that the upcoming 2013-2014 annual catalog will include 10 new colors (most of which are returning In Colors from previous years)! Stampin’ Up! is welcoming back some of your favorites, moving some colors around, and introducing one brand-new color, so take a look!

Beginning on April 4, 2013, all retiring/discontinued color products (i.e. ink, paper, ribbon, accessories, etc.) will be available only while supplies last. This means that some products will not be available through the retired list period. Stampin’ Up! did anticipate increased demand and based their forecasts for these retiring colors on historical sales information from previous color transitions. However, even with the most careful planning, the response to a transition of this nature can surprise everyone–including your own personal purchases. We encourage you to get your favorites and look forward to the exciting colors coming in the 2013-2014 annual catalog. And also announced today, free shipping is going on April 6-8, 2013, which would be a great time for you to get your favorites before they are gone! (Free shipping is for North America only.)

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Item Description Price
131268 Epic Day This and That Journal $10.95
130814 Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper $10.95
130133 Remember This and That Rotary Stamp $5.95
131271 Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers $4.95
131269 Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape $4.95
133350 Epic Day This and That Bundle
Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until April 30.		 $32.08
15% Off Retail Value!

Read On . . .

  • We’re introducing the line with these five products, but we’ll be adding more This and That stuff as time goes on.
  • Bundle Dates: March 23-April 30 (remember the items that come in the bundle will be available in May and in the new catalog, but we’re only offering the discounted bundled until April 30).
  • You get as many This and That products or bundles as you want.
  • You can buy the This and That products separately. But why would you do that when you can get all five together and save 15 percent?
  • Bundle ordering deadlines:
    • Tuesday, April 30, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT)

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Spring is definitely in the air, and we can’t wait to show you all the new product in the 2013-2014 annual catalog. Here’s your pre-sneak peek look at A Round Array!

We’ve bundled it with the coordinating 7/8″ Scallop Circle Punch (introduced in the 2013 spring catalog) just in time for Sale-A-Bration for 15% off!

Dates: March 15 – May 30, 2013

Price Description Item #
$23.95 Spring Surprise Bundle* (English; clear) 133899

What if you already have the punch? Don’t fret! Just buy the set!

Price Description Item #
$14.95 A Round Array Stamp Set* (English; clear) 129090

*Only offered in clear-mount. Wood-mount option will be available in the 2013-2014 annual catalog.

Spring Surprise Order Deadlines:
Phone: Tuesday, May 30, 2013; 6:50 PM (MT)
OEX and Online: Tuesday, May 30, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT)

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Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

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Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  For your order of $50 in product using me as your demonstrator you will receive one virtual token.  Order $100 in product receive two virtual tokens, etc.  After you have collected 10 virtual tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $30 or less.

Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

Note:  if you have actual tokens from my old program they are still good.

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Garden Boots – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #591

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Hey there,

Are you as ready for Spring as I am?  My heavens, I’m so ready to get out in my garden.   I have a ton of seedlings growing in the house and I think they would much rather be outside with the sun on them also.

Last year, we hardly had a Winter and I was picking strawberries in March.  This year we have 6 inches of snow on the ground.  I’m hoping we have a mild Spring and Summer.   None of that drought stuff.  Can I get an Amen!

Anyhow, my frame of mind is what brought this card design to light.  Today’s tutorial uses the fun Bootiful Occasions Stampin’ Up! rubber stamp set.  This set contains a boot for every season so it is quite versatile.  I’ve also put in a fun wood wall behind the boots.  Check out my tutorial for this card below.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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Here is a link to my online Stampin’ Up! shopping page where you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.

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Also, check out my new Zindorf Naturals Soap Page.  This stuff is oh so good for your skin.   CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT.

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stamps: Stampin’ Up!  Bootiful Occasions (item #126597)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive,Soft Suede and Stazon Jet Black ink.

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Soft Suede, Always Artichoke, Chocolate Chip and Old Olive

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! Sponges, Chocolate Chip Scallop Dots Ribbon, Big Shot Machine, Bigz Clear Large Scallop Square Die, Post it note, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tempting Turquoise and Not Quite Navy markers

Stamped the boots on Whisper White Card stock using Stazon Jet Black ink.

Colored the boots in with Tempting Turquoise marker.  Let is dry a moment and then added more Tempting Turquoise marker at the sides of the boots and along the bottom above the heel.

 

Added Not Quite Navy marker along the back of the boots.

Cut the images out.

Smeared a Soft Suede ink pad across a 3″ square piece of Whisper White card stock.

Sponged Old Olive ink at the bottom of the card stock.

Using a post it note as a mask, sponged lines across the card stock using Chocolate Chip ink to create the wood planks.

Sponged a little bit of Always Artichoke ink at the bottom left of the card stock.

Adhered the right boot using glue and popped the left boot up with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Die cut a large scalloped square out of Whisper White card stock using the Big Shot machine.

Added Whisper White, Chocolate Chip and Soft Suede panels and Chocolate Chip Scalloped Ribbon.

Here is the finished card measuring 5.5″ square.

May your day be filled with warmth and sunshine.

Until my next post check out the great sneak peeks and 50% savings from Stampin’ Up! below.

Hugs,

Weight loss in 2013:  19.7 lbs

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Item Description Price
131268 Epic Day This and That Journal $10.95
130814 Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper $10.95
130133 Remember This and That Rotary Stamp $5.95
131271 Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers $4.95
131269 Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape $4.95
133350 Epic Day This and That Bundle
Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until April 30.		 $32.08
15% Off Retail Value!

Read On . . .

  • We’re introducing the line with these five products, but we’ll be adding more This and That stuff as time goes on.
  • Bundle Dates: March 23-April 30 (remember the items that come in the bundle will be available in May and in the new catalog, but we’re only offering the discounted bundled until April 30).
  • You get as many This and That products or bundles as you want.
  • You can buy the This and That products separately. But why would you do that when you can get all five together and save 15 percent?
  • Bundle ordering deadlines:
    • Tuesday, April 30, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT)

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Dates: March 25 – 31, 2013

Details:

Jump into Our Spring Fabric Frenzy! Today’s the day! For one week only, all of our beautiful Designer Fabric is 50 percent off!

Page Item Description Discount Retail Price Sale Price
170 126892 Essentials Designer Fabric 50% $      29.95 $    14.98
171 126893 Floral District Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 126894 Comfort Café Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 125411 Summer Smooches Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 125412 Twitterpated Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 122337 Timeless Portrait Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 122336 Beau Chateau Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 124066 Spice Cake Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
171 122335 Flirtatious Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
6* 129308 Tea for Two Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98
13* 129307 More Amore Fabric 50% $        9.95 $      4.98

 

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Spring is definitely in the air, and we can’t wait to show you all the new product in the 2013-2014 annual catalog. Here’s your pre-sneak peek look at A Round Array!

We’ve bundled it with the coordinating 7/8″ Scallop Circle Punch (introduced in the 2013 spring catalog) just in time for Sale-A-Bration for 15% off!

Dates: March 15 – May 30, 2013

Price Description Item #
$23.95 Spring Surprise Bundle* (English; clear) 133899

What if you already have the punch? Don’t fret! Just buy the set!

Price Description Item #
$14.95 A Round Array Stamp Set* (English; clear) 129090

*Only offered in clear-mount. Wood-mount option will be available in the 2013-2014 annual catalog.

Spring Surprise Order Deadlines:
Phone: Tuesday, May 30, 2013; 6:50 PM (MT)
OEX and Online: Tuesday, May 30, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT)

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Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

*************************************************

It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

***********************************************************

Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  For your order of $50 in product using me as your demonstrator you will receive one virtual token.  Order $100 in product receive two virtual tokens, etc.  After you have collected 10 virtual tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $30 or less.

Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

Note:  if you have actual tokens from my old program they are still good.

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Flock Together – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #588

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Hello There,

This morning I felt like getting inky by doing the Direct to Paper Technique to create this background for the Quail from the Stampin’ Up! Flock Together Set.   I used nice cheerful colors so the quail would really stand out in the foreground.  Check out the tutorial below for this card.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stamps: Stampin’ Up!  Flock Together (item #126732), Postage Due (item #126397), Travel Journal Wheel (item# 126937)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Marina Mist, Soft Suede and Pacific Point

Ink: Stampin’ Up! More Mustard, Marina Mist, So Saffron, Soft Suede, Pacific Point, Basic Black and Lucky Limeade

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! Sponge, postage stamp punch, Soft Suede and More Mustard Markers, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Big Shot Machine and Fancy Fan and Argyle Embossing Folders

On a 4.5″ x 2.5″ piece of Whisper White card stock I drug the Marina Mist ink pad directly across the card stock (Direct To Paper or DTP Technique).

Drug the So Saffron ink pad across the bottom of the card stock.

Drug the More Mustard ink pad lightly over the So Saffron.

Drug the Pacific Point ink pad very lightly over the left hand corner of the card stock.

Added just a bit of Lucky Limeade ink using DTP and the very edge of the ink pad.

Drug the Soft Suede ink pad across the very bottom of the card stock.

Stamped the quail using Basic Black ink.

Colored the wing in using a More Mustard and Soft Suede marker

Used the Travel Journal Wheel and Soft Suede ink along the top of the card stock.

 

Stamped the postage stamp from the Stampin’ Up! Postage Due set using Marina Mist ink on Whisper White card stock.  Punched it out using the Postage Punch.  Sponged Soft Suede ink around the edges.

Added a Marina Mist panel, Pacific Point panel embossed with the Fancy Fan embossing folder and a strip of Soft Suede card stock that has been embossed using the Argyle Embossing Folder.  The Soft Suede strip has also been cut so there is two sections.

Adhered the main image panel on to a Marina Mist panel.  Added the postage stamp.  Popped the main image panel up using Stampin Dimensionals.

Here is the finished card measuring 4.25″ x 5.5″.

May you be safe and warm with the one’s you love.

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.  There are only 4 days left to take advantage of the free Sale-a-bration products.  Hurry, don’t  miss out!

Hugs,

Weight loss in 2013:  17.5 lbs

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Introducing Photopolymer by Stampin’ Up!

Always wanted to be a graphic designer?  My favorite part about design is typography. I adore type. There’s just something inherently beautiful about letterforms and what happens when you stack them to create different shapes and combine them to say different things.  So without further adieu, let me introduce you to the Designer Typeset Stamp Set. It’s based around a really great san serif font that will work well on just about any project. And then there are embellishments and shapes to take whatever you want to say to the next level. The possibilities are seriously endless.

I’ll admit, once you start playing around with the stamp set, you will have a hard time stopping!

But before we get too carried away, let’s get to talking about the benefits of photopolymer stamps. For those who are unfamiliar, let me point out a couple of things that are really cool.

First, they’re completely clear, making it oh-so-easy to stamp exactly where you want. They come unmounted, on an acetate sheet, and temporarily adhere to our clear blocks. Awesome!

Second, they are pliable. Want your arrow to shoot a certain way? No problem! Want your banner to have the perfect sag? Easy peasy! Being able to play with the shape gives you even more creative freedom.

So let’s get down to the nitty gritty. The Designer Typeset Stamp Sets in the online store starting now. So just click HERE to order yours today!

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NEW!  STAMPIN’ UP! ON-LINE VIDEO CLASSES. Videos, supplies lists and pdfs for 30+ simple and pretty projects.

PERFECT FOR THE BUSY STAMPER! Learn  innovative ways to get the most out of your Stampin’ Up! supplies (from stamps to the Big Shot) with clever tips and all the techniques you need to start creating with success.           Divided into six sections focused on a variety of topics, Stampin’ Up! on-line classes include videos, pdfs, and supply lists for 30+ projects. Join the fun!

BIG THUMBS UP–WAY UP! I  purchased “The Basics” class and am knocked out by the details, tips and new ideas.  Wonderful for seasoned as well as new stampers.  I just watched a video that’s part of the class on the Stamp-a-ma-jig and learned how to easily line up stamped letters once and for all–woo hoo!

CLICK  HERE TO ORDER ‘THE BASICS” CLASS $14.95

THESE ARE DOWNLOADABLE ZIP FILES.  YOU DO NOT NEED MY  DIGITAL STUDIO TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CLASS! After purchasing and downloading the class, open “Stampin’  Class–The Basics” folder and there will be six folders inside.  Click on each and enjoy!

PC Instructions
The files will be downloaded as archive files that you can then extract and save on your computer. When you click on the download link, an extraction program will automatically  launch. Choose the location where you would like to save the  files (be sure to note where you save them). Follow the  prompts on the extraction program, then navigate to the location where you saved the files. Click on the file and open.

Mac Instructions
When you click on the download link, the file will be mounted  as a drive. Once it is mounted, open the drive and drag and  drop the files to the location of your choice on your hard drive. The files can then be opened.

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Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

 

By The Tide Shell – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #587

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Hello There,

Let’s go to the beach today with this card tutorial.   I teamed up two Stampin’ Up! sets, By the Tide and Everything Eleanor, brayered background and a bit of dry embossing.  Check out the tutorial below.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stamps: Stampin’ Up!  By the Tide (item number 129120) and Everything Eleanor (item number 124164)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, River Rock, Soft Suede and island Indigo

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Soft Suede, Island Indigo, River Rock and Baja Breeze

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! Brayer, Sponge, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Decorative Label, White Gel Pen, Markers (Blush Blossom, Soft Suede and River Rock), Square Lattice Embossing Folder and Big Shot Machine and Post it Notes

 

Started by masking the sand area of a 4.25″ x 5.5″ piece of Whisper White card stock with a post it note that I ripped the edge off of.   Brayered Baja Breeze and then Island Indigo ink at the top of the card stock.

 

Added another post it note mask and sponged Island Indigo ink at the post it note edge to create a horizon line.

Removed both post it note masks and sponged River Rock ink at the bottom of the card stock.

Lightly sponged Soft Suede ink in the sand area.

Stamped the Florish from the Everything Eleanor set using River Rock ink in the sand area and then in the sky using Island Indigo ink.

 

Embossed the card stock using the square lattice embossing folder and Big Shot Machine.

Stamped the shell from the By the Tides set on River Rock card stock using Soft Suede ink.

Punched the image out using the Decorative Label punch.

Colored the shell in using a River Rock marker.

Added Blush Blossom marker to the darker areas.

Added White Gel pen and while wet smugged it to lighten and blend it a bit.

Added Soft Suede marker to the really dark areas.

Sponged Island Indigo ink around the edges.

Added a Whisper White card base, Soft Suede panel, Island Indigo panel, Soft Suede panel, main image panel and then popped the shell image up using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here is the finished card measuring 5″ x 6.5″.

May your day be filled with peace and joy.

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.  There are only 7 days left to take advantage of the free Sale-a-bration products.  Hurry, don’t  miss out!

Hugs,

Weight loss in 2013:  17.5 lbs

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Introducing Photopolymer by Stampin’ Up!

Always wanted to be a graphic designer?  My favorite part about design is typography. I adore type. There’s just something inherently beautiful about letterforms and what happens when you stack them to create different shapes and combine them to say different things.  So without further adieu, let me introduce you to the Designer Typeset Stamp Set. It’s based around a really great san serif font that will work well on just about any project. And then there are embellishments and shapes to take whatever you want to say to the next level. The possibilities are seriously endless.

I’ll admit, once you start playing around with the stamp set, you will have a hard time stopping!

But before we get too carried away, let’s get to talking about the benefits of photopolymer stamps. For those who are unfamiliar, let me point out a couple of things that are really cool.

First, they’re completely clear, making it oh-so-easy to stamp exactly where you want. They come unmounted, on an acetate sheet, and temporarily adhere to our clear blocks. Awesome!

Second, they are pliable. Want your arrow to shoot a certain way? No problem! Want your banner to have the perfect sag? Easy peasy! Being able to play with the shape gives you even more creative freedom.

So let’s get down to the nitty gritty. The Designer Typeset Stamp Sets in the online store starting now. So just click HERE to order yours today!

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NEW!  STAMPIN’ UP! ON-LINE VIDEO CLASSES. Videos, supplies lists and pdfs for 30+ simple and pretty projects.

PERFECT FOR THE BUSY STAMPER! Learn  innovative ways to get the most out of your Stampin’ Up! supplies (from stamps to the Big Shot) with clever tips and all the techniques you need to start creating with success.           Divided into six sections focused on a variety of topics, Stampin’ Up! on-line classes include videos, pdfs, and supply lists for 30+ projects. Join the fun!

BIG THUMBS UP–WAY UP! I  purchased “The Basics” class and am knocked out by the details, tips and new ideas.  Wonderful for seasoned as well as new stampers.  I just watched a video that’s part of the class on the Stamp-a-ma-jig and learned how to easily line up stamped letters once and for all–woo hoo!

CLICK  HERE TO ORDER ‘THE BASICS” CLASS $14.95

THESE ARE DOWNLOADABLE ZIP FILES.  YOU DO NOT NEED MY  DIGITAL STUDIO TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CLASS! After purchasing and downloading the class, open “Stampin’  Class–The Basics” folder and there will be six folders inside.  Click on each and enjoy!

PC Instructions
The files will be downloaded as archive files that you can then extract and save on your computer. When you click on the download link, an extraction program will automatically  launch. Choose the location where you would like to save the  files (be sure to note where you save them). Follow the  prompts on the extraction program, then navigate to the location where you saved the files. Click on the file and open.

Mac Instructions
When you click on the download link, the file will be mounted  as a drive. Once it is mounted, open the drive and drag and  drop the files to the location of your choice on your hard drive. The files can then be opened.

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Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

Sale-a-bration brochure showing the totally terrific stamps and things you can get for free with a $50 order.

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Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  Along with a handmade thank you card from me for your $50 order you will receive a token for each $50 in product you ordered using me as your demonstrator.  After you have collected 10 tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $39 or less.   Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

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It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!!  The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products.  Why you ask?

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS! This is a long brocure so be sure to scan right when viewing. . . . .

CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW

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Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99.  That’s 25% more product!   Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

 

Butterfly & Vine – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #583

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Hey There,

I’ve got a card tutorial today for a card that can be used for many occasions.   Think Sympathy, birthday, thinking of you.  You get the picture.

If you follow my blog than you have probably realized I seldom put a sentiment on my cards.  I don’t like to limit their use until I know exactly what occasion I am going to use if for and then I put a sentiment on the inside.

This tutorial shows how brayering at an angle gives you a great light effect in your scene.  Add the Butterfly from the Stampin’ Up! Nature Walk set and Flowers from the Stampin’ Up! set Flowering Flourishes and your sure to have a winning creation.

Check out the tutorial for this card below.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stamps: Stampin’ Up!  Flowering Flourishes (item #126367) and Nature Walk (item #121997)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Cajun Craze, Not Quite Navy and Old Olive

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Old Olive, Not Quite Navy, Tempting Turquoise and StazOn Jet Black

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! sponge, Always Artichoke Seam Binding, Argyle Embossing Folder, Top Note Die, Big Shot Machine, Brayer, Markers (Certainly Celery, Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, Always Artichoke and Bashful Blue) and White Gel Pen

Started with a 3.5″ x 4.25″ piece of Whisper White card stock and brayered Tempting Turquoise ink at an angle off of the top right corner.

Stamped the flourish from the Stampin’ Up! set Flowering Flourishes (item #126367) using Old Olive ink three times.

Colored the flowers in with a Pumpkin Pie marker and then added Cajun Craze marker at the base of each flower.

Stamped the Butterfly from the Stampin’ Up! Nature Walk set (item number 121997) using StazOn Jet Black ink.  Try to stamp the Butterflies’ feet so they touch the flower.

Colored the Butterfly in with Bashful Blue ink and darkened some of the Basic Black lines using a Basic Black marker.

Colored in the dots on the wings using a White Gel Pen.  This really makes them pop.

Added a shadow to the underside of the flourishes using an Always Artichoke marker.

Added Certainly Celery Marker to the middle of the large leaves.

Sponged Not Quite Navy ink in the top right corner and then sponged it around the edges of the main image panel.

Die cut a Top Note Die out of Not Quite Navy card stock using the Big Shot Machine.

Cut the die cut in half and stamped the flourished twice using Not Quite Navy ink.

Sponged Not Quite Navy ink at the bottom of the top note.

Cut a 4.25 x 5.75″ piece of Old Olive card stock and embossed it using the Argle Embossing folder and the Big Shot Machine.

Added the top not to the bottom of the Old Olive panel and cut the sides off of the Top note so they are even with the Old Olive panel.

Added 2 Cajun Craze Panels, 1 Not Quite Navy panel and Always Artichoke Seam Binding.  Popped the main image panel and Cajun Craze panel underneith it up using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Also added a Whisper White card base.

Here is the finished card measuring 5″ x 6.5″.

May your day be filled with all those you love.

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.  There are only 22 days left to take advantage of the free Sale-a-bration products.

Hugs,

Weight loss in 2013:  15 lbs

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Introducing Photopolymer by Stampin’ Up!

Always wanted to be a graphic designer?  My favorite part about design is typography. I adore type. There’s just something inherently beautiful about letterforms and what happens when you stack them to create different shapes and combine them to say different things.  So without further adieu, let me introduce you to the Designer Typeset Stamp Set. It’s based around a really great san serif font that will work well on just about any project. And then there are embellishments and shapes to take whatever you want to say to the next level. The possibilities are seriously endless.

I’ll admit, once you start playing around with the stamp set, you will have a hard time stopping!

But before we get too carried away, let’s get to talking about the benefits of photopolymer stamps. For those who are unfamiliar, let me point out a couple of things that are really cool.

First, they’re completely clear, making it oh-so-easy to stamp exactly where you want. They come unmounted, on an acetate sheet, and temporarily adhere to our clear blocks. Awesome!

Second, they are pliable. Want your arrow to shoot a certain way? No problem! Want your banner to have the perfect sag? Easy peasy! Being able to play with the shape gives you even more creative freedom.

So let’s get down to the nitty gritty. The Designer Typeset Stamp Sets in the online store starting now. So just click HERE to order yours today!

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NEW!  STAMPIN’ UP! ON-LINE VIDEO CLASSES. Videos, supplies lists and pdfs for 30+ simple and pretty projects.

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PERFECT FOR THE BUSY STAMPER! Learn  innovative ways to get the most out of your Stampin’ Up! supplies (from stamps to the Big Shot) with clever tips and all the techniques you need to start creating with success.           Divided into six sections focused on a variety of topics, Stampin’ Up! on-line classes include videos, pdfs, and supply lists for 30+ projects. Join the fun!

BIG THUMBS UP–WAY UP! I  purchased “The Basics” class and am knocked out by the details, tips and new ideas.  Wonderful for seasoned as well as new stampers.  I just watched a video that’s part of the class on the Stamp-a-ma-jig and learned how to easily line up stamped letters once and for all–woo hoo!

CLICK  HERE TO ORDER ‘THE BASICS” CLASS $14.95

THESE ARE DOWNLOADABLE ZIP FILES.  YOU DO NOT NEED MY  DIGITAL STUDIO TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CLASS! After purchasing and downloading the class, open “Stampin’  Class–The Basics” folder and there will be six folders inside.  Click on each and enjoy!

PC Instructions
The files will be downloaded as archive files that you can then extract and save on your computer. When you click on the download link, an extraction program will automatically  launch. Choose the location where you would like to save the  files (be sure to note where you save them). Follow the  prompts on the extraction program, then navigate to the location where you saved the files. Click on the file and open.

Mac Instructions
When you click on the download link, the file will be mounted  as a drive. Once it is mounted, open the drive and drag and  drop the files to the location of your choice on your hard drive. The files can then be opened.

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Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

Sale-a-bration brochure showing the totally terrific stamps and things you can get for free with a $50 order.

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Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  Along with a handmade thank you card from me for your $50 order you will receive a token for each $50 in product you ordered using me as your demonstrator.  After you have collected 10 tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $39 or less.   Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

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It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!!  The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products.  Why you ask?

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS! This is a long brocure so be sure to scan right when viewing. . . . .

CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW

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Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99.  That’s 25% more product!   Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

Nature Walk Bird – Stampin’ Up! Tutorial #578

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Hey There,

Don’t you just love the Stampin’ Up! set, Nature Walk?   It is in my top 5 of most loved Stampin’ Up! sets ever.   Really, bird, bee, butterfly, eggs,  and plants, LOVE IT!!!

The bird is easy to color and that makes for a quick scene and that is exactly want I did in today’s card tutorial.    I think this bird is saying “come on Spring!”  My heart is singing it also, lol.

I’ve been busy, busy, busy starting my garden seeds and making hand crafted natural soaps.  Fun stuff!  So many hobbies so little time.  I did get tickled at a comment I received on facebook.  Someone was afraid I had quite stamping since I was talking about gardening.  Boy oh boy, thank goodness I can have more than one hobby.   In actuality I have about 50 hobbies, grin.   I love paper crafting and can’t imagine living without it.  Anyone else feel that way?  Just imagine if something happened and you couldn’t paper craft, shiver. . . . .

Any how, my tutorial for today is below, enjoy!

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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A few reminders of things you will want to check out. . . . . . . .here are some links:

Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

Sale-a-bration brochure showing the totally terrific stamps and things you can get for free with a $50 order.

Paper Pumpkin Monthly Kits, hello, they are wonderful.

Stampin’ Up! Clearance Rack Hurry, you don’t want to miss out on these deals.

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Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  Along with a handmade thank you card from me for your $50 order you will receive a token for each $50 in product you ordered using me as your demonstrator.  After you have collected 10 tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $39 or less.   Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies: Stampin’ Up!  Nature Walk (item 121997)

Stamps:  Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy and Stampin’ Up! Designer Series Paper

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Not Quite Navy, Baja Breeze, Always Artichoke, Lucky Limeade and StazOn Jet Black

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! sponges, Markers (More Mustard, So Saffron and Crumb Cake), Gold Brads, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Framelits – Apothecary Accents (item number 127003), Big Shot Machine

Started by die cuting my main image panel using one of the Framelits from the Apothecary Accents set and the Big Shot Machine.

Stamped the Bird on it using Stazon Jet Black ink.  Sponged Lucky Limeade ink at the bottom of the card stock.

Colored the top of the bird in using a Crumb Cake marker.  Colored the bird’s belly ink using a So Saffon Marker.

Added a little More Mustard marker to the bottom of the bird’s belly and blended it in using the So Saffron marker.

Added more Crumb Cake marker to the the dark areas of the bird’s wing.

Sponged Baja Breeze ink around the bird to create the sky.  Sponged Always Artichoke ink at the very bottom of the card stock.

Die Cut one of the other Framelits from the Apothecary Accents set using the Big Shot Machine out of River Rock card stock.   Sponged Not Quite Navy ink around the edge of the die and then embossed the die using the Fancy Frame Embossing Folder and the Big Shot Machine.  Also sponged Not Quite Navy around the edges of the main image panel.

Bunched small circle of Not Quite Navy card stock and added them and gold brads to the main image panel and the embossed panel.

Added Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy and River Rock DSP and Not Quite Navy DSP.  Sponge Not Quite Navy around the edge of the card.

Here is the finished card measuring 5″ x 6.5″.

May your day be filled with fun and laughter.

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.

Hugs,

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Weight loss in 2013:  12.4 lbs

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Digital Content Discs for One Dollar

From now until February 12 (or while supplies last) you can get your hands on any of these content discs for just $1. That’s not a typo–they’re just one buck. So indulge–it won’t break the bank.

Since the discs are on the Clearance Rack, they must be purchased via demonstrator or online order. Go get yours today.

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It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!!  The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products.  Why you ask?

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS! This is a long brocure so be sure to scan right when viewing. . . . .

CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW

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Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99.  That’s 25% more product!   Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

Also. . . . . . .

There is now a great stamp kit, Dude Your Welcome,  for the men in your life.  Check it out!

Guys don’t always have the easiest time expressing themselves, but with the Dude, You’re Welcome! kit, they’ll have

  • Four wood-mount stamps (double-mounted) with the perfect sentiment for every occasion
  • Twelve 4″ x 6″ postcards in four different (manly) colors
  • Twelve gray envelopes
  • A Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad
  • An instructional guide (for the most novice stamper!)

Basically, the kit includes everything a dude needs to create the perfect manly card that any woman would adore, all packaged in an appropriately masculine box.

This set can be purchased now with item number 132807.  Great gift idea!

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Check out the brand new Spring Catalog and get all those supplies you need for your up coming projects.

CLICK HERE TO SHOP!

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

 

 

Tiny Tree – Stampin’ Up! Card Tutorial #576

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Happy Friday!!!

Is it bad to constantly look forward to the weekend?   I just can’t seem to get excited about Monday-Thursday. . . . . . . .

Anyway, I made this snowy miniature scene today for you.  It’s using an unexpected stamp set, at least for this time of year, Stampin’ Up! Spooky Bingo Bits set.  I created a shadow in the snow using the reverse image technique.  Also added some texture and color spritz to create the background panel.   Check out my tutorial for this creation below.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page where you will also find some great deals on retired stamp sets.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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A few reminders of things you will want to check out. . . . . . . .here are some links:

Stampin’ Up’s fabulous Spring Catalog Get your supplies to rock those Spring projects.

Sale-a-bration brochure showing the totally terrific stamps and things you can get for free with a $50 order.

Paper Pumpkin Monthly Kits, hello, they are wonderful.

Stampin’ Up! Clearance Rack Hurry, you don’t want to miss out on these deals.

***********************************************************

Michelle’s Free Stamp Program

Don’t miss out on my Customer’s free stamp set program. Check it out!  Along with a handmade thank you card from me for your $50 order you will receive a token for each $50 in product you ordered using me as your demonstrator.  After you have collected 10 tokens you will receive a free current stamp set of your choosing, a value of $39 or less.   Here is a link to my online shopping page that you can shop at 24/7 (from the comfort of your home, even in your pj’s) and the products will be shipped directly to your door step from Stampin’ Up.   CLICK HERE TO SHOP.   My free stamp set program will be an on going program.  :)

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies: Stampin’ Up!  Spooky Bingo Bits (item# 123946)

Stamps:  Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Midnight Muse and Baja Breeze DSP

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Baja Breeze, Island Indigo and Midnight Muse

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! sponges, clear embossing powder, heat gun, Versmark Pad, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Spritzer, Island Indigo marker, Blender Pen, Baja Breeze Ribbon, Delicate Details Lace Tape, stamp-a-ma-jig plastic sheet, Design Frame Embossing Folder, Argyle Embossing Folder, post it note and silver brads

Stamped the tree at the top of a 1.5″ x 2 1/8″ piece of Whisper White card stock using Versamark.  Heat embossed the image using clear embossing powder.  I am protecting the image.

Ripped a post it note and masked for the snow.  Sponged Baja Breeze, Island Indigo and Midnight Muse in for the sky.

 

Removed the post it note mask and stamped the tree on the slick side of my Stamp-a-ma-jig plastic sheet with Baja Breeze ink and then turned the plastic sheet over and lined up the shadow with the base of the white tree.   Rubbed the back of the plastic to transfer the image to the card stock.   If you want the image a bit darker, darken it with a blender pen and Baja Breeze ink.

Sponged Baja Breeze ink at the bottom of the card stock and then sponged Midnight Muse ink  around the edges.

Embossed the frame image on a piece of Island Indigo card stock with the Big shot Machine and then cut it out and sponged Midnight Muse ink around the frame edges.

Cut a  4″ x 5.25″ piece of Whisper White and then used the Stampin’ Color Spritzer and a Island Indigo marker to spritz dots on the card stock.  Sponged Island Indigo ink around the edges.

Cut a 3.25″ piece of Midnight Muse card stock and then embossed that piece and the Whisper White spritzed piece using the Argyle embossing folder and the Big Shot machine.   Also cut a 4.25″ x 5.5″ piece of Midnight Muse card stock and a Whisper White card base.

Cut a 1.5″ x 4.5″ piece of Baja Breeze DSP and added a strip of the Delicate Details Lace tape.  Love that lace tape!

Assembled my card added silver brads, Baja Breeze ribbon and a Whisper White panel underneath my frame.

Have a terrific weekend!

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.

Hugs,

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Weight loss in 2013:  11.2 lbs

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Digital Content Discs for One Dollar

From now until February 12 (or while supplies last) you can get your hands on any of these content discs for just $1. That’s not a typo–they’re just one buck. So indulge–it won’t break the bank.

Since the discs are on the Clearance Rack, they must be purchased via demonstrator or online order. Go get yours today.

********************************************************************

It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!!  The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products.  Why you ask?

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS! This is a long brocure so be sure to scan right when viewing. . . . .

CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW

***********************************************************************

Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99.  That’s 25% more product!   Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

Also. . . . . . .

There is now a great stamp kit, Dude Your Welcome,  for the men in your life.  Check it out!

Guys don’t always have the easiest time expressing themselves, but with the Dude, You’re Welcome! kit, they’ll have

  • Four wood-mount stamps (double-mounted) with the perfect sentiment for every occasion
  • Twelve 4″ x 6″ postcards in four different (manly) colors
  • Twelve gray envelopes
  • A Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad
  • An instructional guide (for the most novice stamper!)

Basically, the kit includes everything a dude needs to create the perfect manly card that any woman would adore, all packaged in an appropriately masculine box.

This set can be purchased now with item number 132807.  Great gift idea!

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Check out the brand new Spring Catalog and get all those supplies you need for your up coming projects.

CLICK HERE TO SHOP!

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Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phone Booth Card – Tutorial #570

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Hello There,

I’m having fun with this free Stampin’ Up! Sale-a-bration set, Feeling Sentimental.   Today I decided to light the phone booth up with a street light.  What do you think?

Check out my tutorial below for this card.

Before I start the tutorial though, I have a blog candy winner to announce!  The winner is. . . . . . . .

Jodi Mosher who wrote “Blog candy!, can’t get much better than that. Except maybe your weight lose! Congratulations and best of luck to you on how ever far you plan to go.”

Congratulations Jodi Mosher!!!  Please e-mail your shipping address to me at mzindorf@aim.com within 30 days and I will get this great set out to you.

As always, thanks to everyone for playing along.

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I’ve added this card to my sales page.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stampin’ Up! Stamps: Feeling Sentimental (Free Sale-a-bration set, item number 129630)   CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS!

OH, Hello (Sentiment)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cherry Cobbler and Going Gray Striped DSP

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Sahara Sand, Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Not Quite Navy, Night of Navy, Soft Suede, Basic Black

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! sponges, Basic Black Ribbon, Silver Brads, Real Red, Daffodil Delight markers, circle punches, piercing tools, Versamarker, Clear Embossing powder, heat gun and corner rounder punch.

Stamped phone booth with Craft Basic Black ink on a 4.75″ x 3.5″ piece of Whisper White card stock and then heat embossed the image using clear embossing powder and a heat gun.

 

 

Colored the phone booth using Real Red and Daffodil Delight markers.

Dried the image using a heat gun.  This is so the markers will set a bit and not smear around as much in the next step.

Colored over the phone booth using a Versamarker and then heat embossed the image using clear embossing powder and a heat gun.

Sponged Daffodil Delight ink on the card stock.

Sponged Marina Mist ink on the card stock.

 

Sponged Not Quite Navy on the card stock.

Sponged Night of Navy ink on the card stock.

Punched to small circles, one from Basic Black and one from Daffodil Delight.  Layered the smaller circle inside of the other one.  Added a Basic Black card stock strip for a light post.

Added a hook shape to attach the light to the post with a Basic Black marker.

Sponged Sahara Sand ink at the bottom of the card stock.

Sponged Soft Suede ink at the bottom of the phone booth for a shadow.

Cut a Basic Black card stock panel 3.75″ x 5″.   Used the corner rounder on the top left and bottom right corners of the black panel and the main image panel.

Sponged Basic Black ink around the edges of the main image panel.

Stamped OH, Hello with Basic Black ink.

 

Added a 4.75″ x 6.25″ Basic Gray panel, 2″ x 6″ piece of Basic Gray striped DSP, Cherry Cobbler strip of card stock and Basic Black Ribbon.

Added Silver Brads and a 5″ x 6.5″ piece of Basic Black card stock.

Added a Whisper White card base.  Here is the finished card measuring 5″ x 6.5″.

May your day be filled with sunshine.

Until my next post. . . . . .

Check out the awesome things happening at Stampin’ Up! below.

Hugs,

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Weight loss in 2013:  9.5 lbs

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It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!!  The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products.  Why you ask?

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE SALE-A-BRATION PRODUCTS! This is a long brocure so be sure to scan right when viewing. . . . .

CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW

***********************************************************************

Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99.  That’s 25% more product!   Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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It’s a Magical Paper Escape Every Month!

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project.  You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . . . .  Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order.

Also. . . . . . .

There is now a great stamp kit, Dude Your Welcome,  for the men in your life.  Check it out!

Guys don’t always have the easiest time expressing themselves, but with the Dude, You’re Welcome! kit, they’ll have

  • Four wood-mount stamps (double-mounted) with the perfect sentiment for every occasion
  • Twelve 4″ x 6″ postcards in four different (manly) colors
  • Twelve gray envelopes
  • A Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad
  • An instructional guide (for the most novice stamper!)

Basically, the kit includes everything a dude needs to create the perfect manly card that any woman would adore, all packaged in an appropriately masculine box.

This set can be purchased now with item number 132807.  Great gift idea!

********************************************

Check out the brand new Spring Catalog and get all those supplies you need for your up coming projects.

CLICK HERE TO SHOP!

**********************************************************

Have you checked out the great clearance rack at Stampin’ Up!  CLICK HERE

New items added!

CHECK OUT MY STAMPING EVENTS Click here to see my event calendar

 

Rooster Crows – Tutorial #563

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Hello There,

I have chickens on my mind today.  My hens are laying like crazy, keeping Russ and I in fresh eggs, yummy.  We have hens, no roosters.  Did you know you don’t need a rooster for your hens to lay?  Alot of people don’t realize that.    You only need a rooster if you want fertilized eggs.   Boy you never know what you are going to learn on my blog, lol.

A rooster is appropriate for this scene though.  Can’t you just hear him crowing in the early morning.   There is a rooster a farm over from us and when we sit out on the deck in the morning we can hear him.  I love the sound in the distance.

Today’s tutorial features a new Stampin’ Up! Spring Catalog Embossing folder, Honeycomb.  When I first layed eyes on it I decided it would be great to use for chicken wire on cards.  What do you think?    Talk about texture in your card this embossing folder really embosses deep.

I also snuck a sneak peep in this card for you from our up coming Stampin’ Up! Sale-a-bration Catalog that will be active starting January 22, 2013.  It’s the little hello stamp from the Pretty Petites stamp set and coordinating Petite Curly Label Punch.   It really layers well with the Curly Label punch.    The sale-a-bration items will be free with a $50 order starting January 22nd.   So stay tuned for those.

This card has been added to my sales page.  Click here to check it out.

Spring Catalog

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Now on with today’s tutorial. . . . .  . .

Project Supplies:

Stampin’ Up! Stamps: A Fitting Occasion (item number 127049) and Pretty Petites (Sale-a-bration set coming soon)

Card Stock: Stampin’ Up! Whisper White, Basic Black and Old Olive

Ink: Stampin’ Up! Basic Black, More Mustard, Cajun Craze and Old Olive

Accessories: Stampin’ Up! Sponges, Honeycomb embossing folder (item#129378), Big Shot Machine, 2.5″ Circle Punch, 1″ Circle Punch, Curly Label Punch, Petite Curly Label Punch, Silver Marker, Basic Black marker, Silver Brads, post it notes and Old Olive Dotted Ribbon

Punched a 2.5″ Circle from Whisper White card stock.

Punched a 1″ circle from the sticky part of a post it note and used it as a mask for the sun.

Sponged More Mustard ink all over the card stock.

 

Used a post it note to mask for the rays and sponged with Cajun Craze ink along the edge of the post it note to create them.  Moved the post it note for each ray.

 

After all the rays were put in I sponged Cajun Craze ink around the edge of the 1″ circle mask.

Removed the circle and sponged More Mustard ink in the sun.

Sponged Old Olive ink at the bottom of the circle to create a grassy area.

Stamped the rooster with Basic Black ink.  It is easier to stamp the rooster before you put the fence in.

Add a crude fence using a Basic Black marker.

Sponged Basic Black ink around the edge of the card stock.

Cut a 4″ x 5.25″ and 3″ x 4.75″ Basic Black panels and punched a Basic Black Curly Label punch.  Edge each one with the Stampin’ Up! Silver Marker.  The silver makes the edges look like they are recessed.

Run the Panels through the Big Shot using the Honeycomb embossing Folder.

Added the main image panel, Old Olive ribbon, Curly Label Punch, Sentiment punched out with Petite Curly Label punch and Silver Brads.

Added an Old Olive card base and popped the small panel up using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here is the finished card measuring 4.25″ x 5.5″.

May your day be something to crow about.

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Until my next post. . . . . .

Hugs,

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Weight loss in 2013:  2.9 lbs

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