Tutti-Frutti Suite - so cute and so much fun to stamp and punch!!!

Hi everyone - there is so much to choose from in the new Occasions Catalogue that it is easy to flip pages and overlook something that is a really fun group of products!

That's what happened to me as I totally skipped over the Tutti-Frutti Suite on p 28-29 until I started looking for ideas for spring cards - and then I had to get it! What's not to love with the adorable little Fruit Basket Stamp Set images and the Itty Bitty Fruit Punch Pack set to easily get the stamped images onto your cards?  Take a look at everything on this page - did you notice the new Classic Ink Spots and the Adhesive Backed Sequins? They are so easy to put onto your cards! Any of the items shown in bold are available from this link to my online store, or message/email me to place an order for you :-)

Here's a few of the Stampin' Up! designers ideas from the catalogue -

And here's their super quick video to get you in the mood to create your own fun cards -

Here's the two card designs I made after watching the video and deciding I could do those mini cards too! I'm going to package them in sets of four to give to friends as a thank you gift! They will fit perfectly into the Mini Pizza Boxes!

For the mini cards, I used the 12" x 12" Whisper White Cardstock - so quick to cut into 8 card bases ready to add my DSP and other layers . . .. the papers I used are from the Tutti-frutti Designer Series Paper 6" x 6" Stack - loved making them! I stamped and punched the strawberries and lime slices in no time at all - then added them to the Whisper White cardstock strip with Mini Glue Dots.

Once I was done the mini gift cards, I decided to make a full size card and this is what I made - I think it might be a Valentines card for someone special!

Love that DSP - it's so bright and cheerful - makes me think of spring! I added some of the Lemon Lime Twist 3/8" Mini Striped Ribbon to this card - I think it finishes it off perfectly!

Sale-a-Bration continues until the March 31st, but why wait to get your free products??  If you'd like a quick way to earn your Sale-a-Bration products, look no further than the Paper Pumpkin Pre-paid kits. The three, six or twelve month subscriptions all give you Sale-a-Bration rewards and you can look forward to the kits coming to your door each month - a real WIN-WIN deal! Check out the Paper Pumpkin link here to get started with your kits!

Remember to sign up for my monthly newsletter using the NEW link on my sidebar! You don't want to miss all the fun ideas and up to date notices for the month - and it's usually only once a month (unless there is something super special I need to let you know about!) 

Sunday Share - Picture Perfect Birthday

Hi everyone - it's Sunday and I am back with a fun card to share with you that I received in a card swap from my friend Liane. Isn't it a great card to make and send to someone of any age??

Liane chose the Picture Perfect Stamp Set in the Occasions Catalogue, and die cut the word "celebrate" from the Celebrate You framelits in the Sale-a-Bration flyer that you can get FREE with a qualifying order - ask me how you can make that happen or shop my online store on your own using this link.

The card comes together fairly quickly - here's the basic directions and all Stampin' Up! products listed in bold are available now from my store, or in the catalogue:

Cardstock Dimensions:

Whisper White - base is 4 1/4" x 11"; layer is 4 1/4" x 3 1/4"

Berry Burst - embossed layer is 4 1/4" x 1 3/4"; die cut piece is 2" x 4"

How-to:

• Fold Whisper White cardstock in half to form the card base. Crease with Bone Folder.
• Punch the top of the Whisper White layer (4 1/4" x 3 1/4") with the Starburst Punch.
• Punch the starburst again from a Post It Note and use the negative as a mask to line up your candles (not the punched circle). Fasten the mask down in the centre of the card base. You want the top of the circle about 1" from the top of the card base. 
• Stamp the candles inside the negative starburst in Berry Burst, Tangerine Tango, Wild Wasabi, and Tempting Turquoise Classic Inks.
• Stamp a flame for each candle in  Classic Ink. Add some Clear Wink of Stella to each flame.
• Remove mask.
• Emboss the 4 1/4" x 1 3/4" Berry Burst Cardstock layer with the Simple Stripes Textured Impression Embossing Folder on an angle, using your Big Shot.
• Wrap a piece of Lemon Lime Twist 1/4" Ombre Ribbon around the embossed piece and adhere to the back of the cardstock. Adhere the embossed cardstock at the bottom of your card front.
• Stamp "The Good Stuff" on the lower right corner of the punched piece on an angle, using your Berry Burst Stampin' Write Marker to colour only those three words.  Be sure to leave space for the die cut word!!
• Cut out the word "Celebrate" from the Berry Burst cardstock with the Celebrate You Thinlits. Adhere to the front of the card layer above the stamped words.
• Pop up the punched piece to the card with Dimensionals so that the candles are visible through the starburst punched circle.
• Done!

What are you creating on this rainy day??  Reminder that I've got my Open House from 1 - 3 pm so drop by and see all our new products and make a card :-)

Happy Stamping!

A "Picture Perfect Birthday" card? You bet!

Hi everyone - have you ever struggled to make the "Picture Perfect Birthday" card?  I know I have - and that's where the new Occasions Catalogue has come to the rescue! The Picture Perfect Party Suite on page 4/5 is made for creating bright and fun birthday cards for anyone - young and old(er) - family, friends even co-workers - here's a sample created by the Stampin' Up! artists and then take a look at what I did with the same papers and stamp set - 

The Picture Perfect Party Designer Series Paper Stack is a package of 48 6" x 6" papers - all with party styled photos on one side (made from the products on the page!) and coordinating designs on the reverse - this is definitely my favourite party paper in a long time!

Here's the cards I made earlier today and they were so quick to pull together! I picked my cardstock for the base from the colours in the paper - and Stampin' Up! makes it so easy as they list all the colours on the package (and in the catalogue).  You can get any of these products to make the cards by clicking on this link and going to my online store (or email me to get your order in for you!). All online orders receive a thank you gift from me at the end of each month - it's my way of letting you know I do appreciate your orders - let me know any time if I can help you with your ordering or creating!

Cardstock base in Peekaboo Peach and Flirty Flamingo - 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"

Basic Black Cardstock - 2 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Picture Perfect Party Designer Series Paper Stack - 2" x 5 1/2" for each card (any design)

Whisper White Cardstock - 2" x 3" for Stitched Oval die cut

Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper (green) - scraps to die cut stars (from Mini Treat Bags Framelits)

Picture Perfect Stamp Set - greeting stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, confetti stamped in Peekaboo Peach or Flirty Flamingo Classic Inks on right panel on cards.

And it's all held together with Snail Adhesive to layer the panels, Multipurpose Tombow for the stars, and Dimensionals to "pop" the greeting. 

Want some more ideas for this product suite? Check out the Stampin' Up! video here:

Remember if you want to see all my ideas up close and personal - then RSVP now for my Catalogue Launch Party starting Thursday, January 25 from 1 - 3 pm and 7 - 9 pm and again on Sunday, January 28 from 1 - 3 pm. There will be lots of samples on display from the new catalogue, and lots of treats to nibble on while you visit with other crafters and you can make a card too from some of the new stamps! 

Note: I have a few spots open for my 2018 Stamp Club starting mid February so please let me know if you'd like to join us! These openings never last long as the club is a popular way to get what you need by budgeting a small amount each month - and learn new techniques at the same time! The club runs February to May; with two months off then August to November and your commitment is only $25.00/month and one month you will be the hostess and get all the rewards for club spending that month! 

Here's another quick card idea with the same papers, and the super cute Party Pandas stamp set which is FREE with any purchase of $60 - or pick another product from the Sale-a-Bration Flyer like the Amazing You stamps or Celebrate You Thinlits - you choose your free item!

Looking forward to seeing you soon - 

Happy Stamping!!

Sunday Swaps - sharing a card I made or one I received!

Hi everyone -

Each week I am sharing a card with you that you can use for inspiration or copy it exactly - it's up to you!

Today's card is a swap card I sent recently to a group of Canadian demonstrators using products from the Annual Catalogue (AC for short) as well as the new Occasions and Sale-a-Bration catalogues. I love to remind myself that there are great products all year round in our AC as well as in the featured seasonal catalogues!

Here's my card:

And here's the products I used to make it (click on each product to go to my store if you want to purchase now or send me an email with your order):

Berry Burst Cardstock base #144243 - 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4";
Whisper White Cardstock #100730 - 2 x 4" x 5 1/4" + scrap for stamping and die cutting;
Foil Frenzy Specialty Designer Series Paper #144125 - 2" x 4 3/4" before using the Banner Triple Punch #138292;
Picture Perfect Party Designer Series Paper Stack #145559 - 1 1/2" x 5 1/4" before using the Banner Triple Punch;
Myths & Magic 6" x 6" Glimmer Paper #145601 - 2" square die cut with Sweet & Sassy Framelits #141707; as were the Whisper White and Berry Burst hearts.
Party Pandas Stamp Set #147221 (clear) FREE with $60 purchase during Sale-a-Bration.
The Panda Bear was stamped with Basic Black Archival Ink #140931 for the best impression and the two greetings on the hearts with Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad #144083
I added some of the new and super easy to use Tutti-frutti Adhesive Backed Sequins #145609 to the card for some fun colour!

I hope you enjoyed looking at my card today and while you are visiting my blog, please sign up so you won't miss any of my posts and ideas! And do let me know what you are creating this weekend!

Happy stamping!

Celebrate You during Sale-a-Bration

Hi everyone - don't you love the samples shown on my newsletter earlier this week? The Stampin' Up! artists sure know how to create some awesome ideas using the new dies and stamp sets!

Here's the Sale-a-Bration flyer picture to remind you . . . . . . and you can get the dies and stamps FREE with your qualifying orders but only until March 31st!

and here's what I made after looking at their ideas, and making my own version . . .  the background wash is Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight and Peekaboo Peach inks, added with the Aqua Painter.  The greeting add-on is from Picture Perfect Birthday - a really fun stamp set in the Occasions Catalogue!

Once I made this card, it was a quick step to create a second card with the watercoloured die cut - and some of the DSP from the Picture Perfect Party Birthday Stack -

Here's what you will need to make the cards with a link to my store so you can recreate the cards at home!

Card #1 - Whisper White cardstock base, 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4 + 1/2" x 3" strip for greeting ; Bermuda Bay cardstock 4" x 5 1/4"; Watercolor Paper 3 3/4" x 5" + 1 1/2" x 6" strip to stamp bows. Ink colours are Pool Party + Bermuda Bay; Peekaboo Peach + Pumpkin Pie; Daffodil Delight + Pumpkin Pie. Add some Wink of Stella Glitter Brush to the bows, and Rhinestone Basic Jewels for your bling!

Card #2 - Whisper White cardstock base 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored at  4 1/4"; Basic Black cardstock 2" x 4 1/4" + scrap for die cut "You"; Picture Perfect Party Paper Stack 1 1/2" x 4 1/4" + plus a 2" x 6" strip to decorate your envelope flap, and some Rhinestone Basic Jewels for your sparkle!

You can see all my ideas up close when you come to my Catalogue Launch party next week - either Thursday January 25 from 1 -3 pm or 7 -9 pm; or on Sunday January 28 from  1 - 3 pm. You can pick up the new catalogue and flyer, make a card, nibble on some treats, visit with friends and have a great break from your routine day/evening! I can't wait to show you how you can earn both the dies and stamps just by getting products you need to have to create your own cards or scrapbook layouts!

Meanwhile take a look at the video from our Stampin' Up! trainers to show you how to get the most from the Amazing You stamps and Celebrate You Thinlits -

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Happy Stamping and see you soon!

New Year + New Products = New Fun to Create!!

Happy New Year to each one of you - may 2018 bring you everything you are hoping for - your dreams, your fun times and your cherished memories with family and friends.

Stampin' Up! always starts the New Year right - with the launching of their Occasions catalogue - filled with lots of new ideas and products for every spring event - as well as their annual and much anticipated Sale-a-Bration Sale flyer!! And this year is no exception!!

Click on either link on the sidebar to go directly to the Occasions Catalogue, or the Sale-a-Bration flyer - and if you want a paper copy, let me know as I have one here waiting for you to pick up at my next event later this month! I can also mail it or deliver - whichever works best.

I know you can't wait to get your hands on the new products, so here's my Host Code to enter for this week's orders - BD4XW6VN  - get your order in on-line or send it to me by noon on Friday January 12th with your payment instructions . . .  and I will draw a name from all orders received to win a package of the new and fabulous Tutti-Frutti Adhesive Backed Sequins (so easy to use and such fun bright colours!!). If you have already placed an order with me in January - don't worry - your name will still go in the draw!! If your order totals $200 or more, do not use this code as you will earn your own rewards on your purchase (and yes, the FREE stuff too!). And you will still go in my draw and get my thank you!

When you purchase $60.00 in products from either the Occasions or Annual Catalogue, you can shop for FREE in the Sale-a-Bration flyer and choose any Level 1 item you want! Purchase $120 and pick two Level 1 rewards or new this year - choose one of the special dies or stamp sets as a Level 2 item - it's up to you how you "spend" your FREE rewards with the new options!

Here's some extra fun rewards for those hosting a party - and it can be in my studio - if you want to gather a group of friends and have them come and make cards with you! What date do you want to book now?

And if your wish list says "I want it all!" and you are ordering on a regular basis, then it's time for you to think about getting the Ultimate Stampin' Bundle and purchase a Starter Kit and join my  team of stampers! You will get the extra benefits during Sale-a-Bration, plus an ongoing discount on your purchases and early access to all the new products and ideas! I'd love to chat with you if you are thinking about joining me - there is no obligation to continue, and no penalties if you decide it's not for you! Meanwhile you've got the best deal ever - no shipping or taxes on your Starter Kit and the extra stamp set bonuses if you sign on before March 31st!  Check out more details on my website and let me know if I can help you!

Here are some sample cards I made at a recent team event where some demonstrators shared products they received early when they went to On Stage in Salt Lake City in November last year - the new products are going to fit right in with your stamping needs - isn't that little rabbit adorable?? He's called Sweet Little Something.  My friend Melva demonstrated it as she won the stamp set - and then I got the card from her in a swap!!  And the Bubble Over Bundle look like so much fun to make some great summer cards - did you notice the FREE Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper on the card? Love the colours - have to get it!! The Petal Palette Suite has the bird and branches - so many beautiful images and framelits to match - and that White Organza Ribbon - is a definite keeper!

We even got to play with some of the FREE Sale-a-Bration stamp sets at the team event - and I was super happy that my two favourites were included - what's not to love about those cheeky pandas from the Party Pandas set? And I loved the soft flowers in the Lots of Lavender set - definitely winners for me this spring! Check out all the Sale-a-Bration offerings now so you can pick which ones you are going to get!

Any questions on the new Occasions Catalogue or Sale-a-Bration??? Contact me any time at stampinginny@live.ca or use the link on my blog.

Happy Stamping!