A "Measure of Love" pop-up stand alone card

Wahoo! Friday Saturday has arrived and I realize I'm a bit late in making this week's post... I had a lot of my daytime job work to do before the week's end.

I had originally planned to post my latest creation as part of TGIF Challenge #317 but didn't meet the deadline for the entry but either way, I will share what I put together.

I've been playing with the lovely Measure of Love stamp set from page 32 of the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog by Stampin' UP! So many possibilities with this stamp set!

I have two creations to share with you. One is a pop-up stand alone card. The other is a CASE from a sample on page 32 of the catalog. 

This pop-up stand alone card was created using a template that was provided by Dawn Griffith. I did make some minor adjustments as you'll see below.

I created a PDF tutorial for you which can also be downloaded in the FREE Tutorials tab at the top of this page. 

You can view the list of supplies used for this project at the following link or within the PDF tutorial: https://s.tamp.in/gWKdsy

MEASURE OF LOVE - CASE CARD

As I had mentioned, I did CASE (copy and share everything) the card sample that's shown on the left side of page 32 of the catalog, with a few changes.

When I saw this sample, I just had to CASE it! I love everything about this card.. the colors, the layout, the entire design! 

Here is my version of this card.

 Cardmaking Tips

• Use the Pattern Party DSP that contains the colors: Mango Melody, Crushed Curry, Pool Party, Granny Apple Green and Misty Moonlight.  
• The 3" x 5" Basic White piece was embossed using the Checks and Dots embossing folder and placed 1/4" from the right side of the card base.
• The "shelfs" that the bowls are sitting on measure 1/2" x 2 1/4", cut from the In Good Taste DSP.
• The scale was stamped on Basic White cardstock using Memento ink and was colored in using the Pale Papaya Stampin' Blends markers. 
• The two bowls were stamped onto Basic White cardstock using Pool Party ink and also Misty Moonlight ink then fussy cut. 
•  The inside of the card uses a few of the same elements as the card front by layering 3 different strips of paper: 1/2" x 4 1/4" from Pattern Party DSP, 1/2" x 4" from In Good Taste DSP, 1/2" x 3" from Pool Party cardstock.

Card Supplies

Click on the following link to access the full list of supplies used for this project: https://s.tamp.in/MRsIRo

This is all I have for you this week! I'll be back next week for another project.

Until next time... 

#TGIFC316 - Sketch Challenge using Turtle Friends Bundle

 Hello & Happy Pre-Friday Crafty Friends! 

I'm super excited to share a card I put together that features one of my favorite stamp sets in the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog by Stampin' Up!: Turtle Friends. I've combined this stamp set with this week's TGIF Challenge #316: Sketch Challenge.

1st ATTEMPT FOR CARD DESIGN

I tried and tried again on the design of my card until I got what I believe to be the best out of the three different designs I created.

It's funny how you have this idea in your head and it doesn't quite look like how you imagined. From this first sample below, I figured that the bright color strips were taking over the focus on the little turtles.

2nd ATTEMPT FOR CARD DESIGN

So I tried again and changed the colors of the cardstock strips to more of a monochromatic look and varied the widths of the strips too. Since some of the cardstock strips are a bit thinner, I had a little extra space to add a 3rd little turtle.

While I like this version better, I still felt like the white embossing took away from the focus of the little turtles. 

FINAL CARD DESIGN

This is when I developed my final version to remove the white embossing and just use some clear embossing. I also decided to add the cute little bird on top of one of the turtles as well as the clear-embossed hearts to resemble rain drops below the clouds. 

Those little turtles are cute, aren't they?! 

While this stamp set has a coordinating Turtle Punch, I made the mistake of just ordering the stamp set and not the bundle by using the wrong item code. BUMMER! But even if I did have the punch, I didn't need it for this card project. 

I hope to put together a video of how I created this card and upload it before the weekend so stay posted on that. See video below on how I put this card together. updated 5/21/21

CARDMAKING TIPS

• Use your blending brushes and some Pear Pizzaz and Coastal Cabana ink to create the background.
• The cardstock strip colors in order from bottom to top are: Soft Sea Foam, Pear Pizzaz, Old Olive, Garden Green and Mossy Meadow. There are two different widths I used for the strips and alternated them for each color: 3/8" x 4 1/8" and 1/2" x 4 1/8"

• Once the strips are cut to the widths and lengths described, stamp the sentiments with versamark and use clear embossing powder and the heat tool to finish the strips.
• Unfortunately, there's no punch or dies for the turtles and little bird so this does require some fussy-cutting. I colored the turtles using the following Stampin' Blends colors and stamped the shell image with the ink in "()": Crumb Cake (with a Soft Suede Shell), Soft Sea Foam (with a Soft Sea Foam shell), Old Olive (with a Mossy Meadow shell). 
• Pop up the turtles on the left and on the right with a dimensional for some added dimension. Use a mini dimensional for the little bird.
• The little bird was stamped on a Basic White piece of cardstock with Daffodil Delight ink and then I used the Mango Melody and Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker for the details. 
• The clouds were stamped on a piece of Basic White with Balmy Blue ink that was stamped off twice to get a subtle color of blue. The clouds came from the Mountain Air stamp set which I cut out with the coordinating Majestic Mountain dies.
• I carried over a few elements over from the card front onto the inside of the card as shown below. In order to keep the cutting and layering to a minimum, I had to do a little masking for the turtle and bird.

SUPPLY LIST

Click on the following link to view a full list of supplies used on this project: https://s.tamp.in/l4vWkS 

Well, this is it! I would love to hear your thoughts on the different card versions and which one you liked best. Comment below and let me know!

Until next time... 

Papercrafting for Beginners Class

Hello Crafty Friends! 

I'm excited to announce my upcoming class for beginners! This class starts at the basics of stamping and paper crafting and is ideal for those that have zero to very little experience with it. 

Join me once a month for 6 months for a FUN beginners class where I will provide you instruction on the basics of stamping using Stampin' UP! products. I'll show you how to create 2 simple cards (1 to give away and 1 to hand-off to someone else) plus two matching 3D items. You can see what June's class will look like in the flyer above. 

I'll provide the supplies (cut & scored) and you'll provide your own scissors & adhesive. Don't have adhesive or scissors? No problem! You have the option to add-on an adhesive kit that will come in a cute monogrammed bag, just for you!

This class is offered in-person on the first Monday of every month. If you would like a To-Go option, you may sign up for that and it will include $8.00 priority shipping unless you are local and want to do a porch pickup.  

Below are some more details:

• Cost is $35 per person/month (June thru November). 
• Cost includes class instruction, 2 cards with envelopes, 2 coordinating 3D items, a stamp set and a PDF tutorial, PLUS a Free surprise gift!
• There is a maximum of 6 persons allowed in-person and an unlimited number of persons for the To-Go option. 
• I will invoice you each month through PayPal on the first of every month.
• Snacks & Drinks are provided for in-person guests
• When you sign up, you will not need to commit for the 6 months. While I hate to see you leave this group, you are free to "unsubscribe" at any time. 

If you are interested in this class and would like the link to register, please E-mail me. 

#TGIFC315 - Color challenge PLUS Blog Candy!

 Hello Crafty Friends! 

I'm returning this week to share with you a card I put together that combines this week's color challenge from TGIF Challenges and my FAVORITE Sweet as a Peach Bundle

There are SO MANY wonderful products in the new Annual catalog. In this case, I used more than a couple of different new products: the Sweet as a Peach Bundle , Pattern Party host DSP (can only be earned with $150 or more), the Checks & Dots embossing folder, and the Scalloped Contour dies.

Below is my creation.

I'm truly a fan of all of the products! While I don't love pink, I'm loving the contrast between the black and white polka dot paper with the Magenta Madness strip of cardstock. 

CARDMAKING TIPS

• Cut a 1/2" x 5 1/2" strip of Magenta Madness cardstock then place it in the Checks and Dots embossing folder and run through the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine. Adhere the strip about 3/4" in from the left edge of the card.
• Cut a 3" W x 3 1/2" L piece of Basic White cardstock and use the scallop die from the Scalloped Contour dies to trim the left edge of the cardstock.
• Use a Blending Brush and some Mango Melody ink and add it towards the right side of the Basic White cardstock in a circular motion. 
• Use the "rock & roll" technique to stamp the peach image onto the shaded area of the cardstock from Daffodil Delight and Mango Melody ink. Use the coordinating peach die to cut out the peach and set aside.
• On a separate piece of Basic White cardstock, use your Blending Brush to brush some Daffodil Delight on one side and then some Magenta Madness on the other side. Stamp the large leaf image and the peach stem image onto the Daffodil Delight side using Granny Apple Green ink then cut out the images using the coordinating dies.  Then on the Magenta side, use the small and tiny flower dies to cut out the flowers.
• The leaf is adhered first while the peach cut-out is popped up on top of the leaf with dimensionals. Be sure to adhere the the peach stem as well.
• As for the inside of the card, I carried over a few of the same elements from the front of card.

You wouldn't be able to tell that I made an inky mistake when my finger touched the paper. I'm so glad that spot of ink was close enough to the sentiment so I could cover it up with a little flower. 

SUPPLY LIST

Click on the following link to access the full list of products used for this project: https://s.tamp.in/v_L_Oh 

BLOG CANDY !!!

It's time for a little more fun with some BLOG CANDY! 

I will select 1 person at random that will comment on this post below that will tell me what's their favorite bundle in the NEW catalog, so far. The lucky winner will receive their choice out of 3 different 2021 Sale-A-Bration stamp sets as shown below.

Winner will be announced on Friday, May 14th at 12:30pm (CST).

  

Do you need your own copy of an Annual Catalog? 

If you don't have a local demonstrator, I would be happy to provide you with your very own printed copy of the new Annual Catalog for a small cost of $4.00 for first-time customers. If you purchase it from me, you will receive a $4.00 credit towards your next Stampin' UP! order. 

Contact me to receive your copy!

I do hope you've enjoyed today's post and I look forward to hearing from you in the comments below! 

Until next time ...

New Stampin' UP! 2021-2022 Annual Catalog

It's a wonderful day at Stampin' UP! and demonstrators all over the world, including myself, are excited to share all the wonderful things contained within the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog by Stampin' UP!!! 

Below are my top 10 Favorites (so hard to choose just 1!):

• Favorite Suite: You're A Peach Suite - page 60 

• Favorite Punch Bundle: Turtle Friends - page 148

• Favorite Die bundle: Color & Contour - page 158

• Favorite Greetings Stamp Set: Many Happenings - page 42

• Favorite Image Stamp Set: Stitchery - page 25

• Favorite Embossing Folder: Checks & Dots - page 154

• Favorite Die: Tailor Made Tags - page 166

• Favorite new In-Color: Fresh Freesia - page 123

• Favorite Designer Series Paper (DSP): Expressions in Ink - page 131

 

• Favorite Embellishment: 2020-2022 In Color Square gems - page 142

CATALOG RESOURCES

I've got a few resources to aid you as you begin your journey through the pages of the new catalog:

• Print out this Coordinating Colors Chart on your printer in high quality to help you reference coordinating colors for each set of DSP as you create your projects.
• Print out this handy Shopping List then jot down your list of items you want as part of your wish list.
• E-mail me if you would like your own personal copy of the Annual Catalog mailed to you. Cost is $4 for NEW customers and I will also give you a $4 credit on your 1st order!
• Watch the Intro video from Sara & Shelli along with a few short product videos and get to know the 2021–2022 Annual Catalog.

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

Beginning today, qualifying orders will receive Stampin' UP!'s generous Stampin’ Rewards PLUS additional rewards! 

If you host an event with me, you can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party. 

Outside of the party setting, Stampin’ Rewards are available to those who place individual orders that meet the order totals shown below.

Do not hesitate to reach out to me if you want to host an event, whether it be virtual or in person! I'd love to help you earn some Stampin' Rewards!!! 

JOIN+ PROMOTION

It’s a fabulous time to join my Stampin’ Up! team because NEW members get even MORE FREE products in their customizable Starter Kit. 

From 4–31 May, new team members can get $125 USD | $165 CAD  $155 USD | $206 CAD worth of products for only $99 USD | $135 CAD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! 

"Why should I join Stampin' UP! ?", you may ask. Below are just a few reasons why you should be a part of my team.

• You will receive at least 20% discount on all Stampin' UP products.
• You will receive the exclusive demonstrator weekly e-newsletter every week.
• You are able to pre-order new products/catalogs to come, ahead of everyone else.
• You will have access to information, updates, business resources, and events at all times.
• You will be able to participate in and/or attend demonstrator events around the world. 
• You will have the opportunity to earn incentive trips.
• You get to create as little or as much as you'd like with these amazing products and share it with whomever you choose.
• You aren't obligated to meeting a minimum sales quota for the 1st quarter that you join. From the 2nd quarter and thereafter, you will need to meet a minimum sales of $300 every quarter in order to remain active.
• if for any reason, you decide that you are not able to meet the minimum quarterly sales, you will simply lose demonstrator-ship status. There are NO penalties. 

There's alot of information here and hope you take your time to digest it little by little. 

Please don't hesitate to comment below or reach out to me for more information or if you have any questions! 

Enjoy the NEW ANNUAL CATALOG!!!