A Fun Sketch Challenge for Todays' Crafty Challenge Blog Hop!

 

I love using a sketch to start my ideas flowing when I sit down to make some cards - and today's sketch was a great one to work with. Welcome to my blog and I hope you will take the time to visit all the other participants to see what they came up with using the same sketch as a starting point . . .  isn't it amazing where we each go using the same picture and a whole catalogue of products!  Here's the sketch so you can try it too!

I decided to crack open some of my new products coming in the January-June 2022 Mini Catalogue so you could get some "sneak peeks" before it goes live January 4th! As demonstrators we can pre-order products before anyone else can so we can make some samples, and start teasing you with all the new goodies LOL!! 

Hedgehogs have always been a favourite of mine so this bundle was pretty much first on my list when I could order it . . . and because it's also Sale-a-Bration in January and February I was able to get some FREE products to share with you! I'm loving the soft graphics on the Friendly Hello Designer Series Paper I used and the greeting is perfect for the birthday card I wanted to make.  The hedgehog punched so easily and it was super quick to fussy-cut the other two elements! The colours in the DSP make me think of spring (in spite of our current snowy landscape!) so I matched them with my Blends to colour the images and I was really happy with how it turned out. 

The new Spring Mini is filled with some awesome bundles and products to help you with all your spring card making needs - from Valentines Day to Easter then Father's Day in the calendar, and any anniversaries, birthdays, weddings and grads - it's all there for you! And when you spend $60 or more, you qualify for FREE Sale-a-Bration products like the Friendly Hello items I used on my card today 😊

Can you spot all the new products in this picture?? 

If you shopped with me this year then the Spring Mini is on it's way to you (pictured below) - unless you live really close by then I will arrange pickup or delivery so you get the catalogue and flyer soon! Contact me if you don't get yours and I'll make sure you have one! 

If you want to shop before the Holiday Mini ends - here's my link so you can shop anytime online. Please use my Current Host Code (top box on my sidebar) so you get my thank you at the end of the month and check my Events calendar each month for what's happening on Zoom - it's fun and you don't need to drive anywhere (and no masks!). The Last Chance retiring products are still available until January 3rd while supplies last, so grab your wish list favourites before they are gone for good! 

And do check out all the other awesome projects - you'll be glad you did!! 

Happy stamping,

Ginny

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Sunday Share - It's A White Snowy Christmas For Us! Time For a New Paper Pumpkin!!

 

I know we just turned the page from Christmas Day (hope it was a good one for you!) to Boxing Day so I'm hoping to catch you between events to share the next Paper Pumpkin Kit coming up for January! I'm so happy we have snow for Christmas - it's like being a kid again LOL!

Paper Pumpkin - Paper Crafting Kits in the Mail

The Kisses & Hugs Paper Pumpkin kit will help you express your love and caring in style this Valentine's Day and all year long! Gold accents, heart-shaped cards, and stylish details will delight Cupid and your loved ones.

Plus, as a Paper Pumpkin subscriber you have access to exclusive access to add on the Kisses & Hugs Mini Treat Boxes (#160147). With 20 sweet boxes you'll have enough to share the love!

NEW! Party while you craft with Spotify - We’ve curated a playlist of tunes to coordinate with the theme of each month’s kit to elevate your Paper Pumpkin experience even more. You can easily create a free account to follow when a new playlist drops each month. Plug in, press “play,” then create your projects! 

I'll try adding a Spotify link here but this is all new so not sure it will work LOL! 

Reminder only another week to get the Last Chance items before they retire for good - I've got a group order going in December 30th and can add yours or order online and it will come to you. Please use my current Host Code NPCJKCXS so I can track your orders and send my thank you! 

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Ginny

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We Can Never Have Too Much Birthday! Canada Inks Up! Team Blog Hop

It's another Canada Inks Up! Team Blog Hop today and we are showing you some birthday card ideas. Check out all the awesome creativity using the links at the end of my page!

I don't know about you, but I'm always needing more birthday cards, so it's fun to sit down and make a few so I can grab one when I need it - except for those special occasion ones that happen so often - then I do make one just for that special milestone!

Today I'm sharing a card I made with my ladies at our local seniors residence earlier this week - they needed some more cards for their birthday box and this one fit the bill for a generic style that will be good for anyone. They really liked the fun fold too - I used retiring Harvest Meadow DSP strips (it's still available!) and Kraft 6" x 6" Paper run through the Bark Embossing Folder to add texture. I was also asked to create a girly one which we did using lots of retired products (which is nice to do when you can!) 

And I mentioned those special occasion cards you need?  Well I needed this one for later that same day to give to a friend who loves his scotches so thought it was a fun one to make using the Whiskey Business Stamps. 

Since we don't have any number stamps right now, I decided to make a stencil using the Playful Alphabet Dies and then used my Blending Brushes to add the number randomly over the card front and then inside too.  He loved it!!

Do you still have some items on your wish list from the 2021 Holiday Mini?? Check out the Last Chance items before they are gone for good (last day is January 3rd) and if you are shopping with me, please use my current Host Code NPCJKCXS so I can track your orders and send my thank you at the end of the month. I can also place orders for you - just email or message me to help you get your supplies! Next group order will be going in December 30th 😉

Have a wonderful Christmas and New Years - looking forward to 2022 and what it will bring to each of us!!

Happy stamping!

Ginny

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Sunday Share - Some Quick and Easy Last Minute Tags For You!!

 Good morning! I was busy getting ready to watch the Grey Cup Game with friends yesterday and completely forgot to schedule my post so it would be there for you to see! So here it is a day late!

If you need to make a few tags for gifts or to package up and give as a fun hostess gift - then follow along here and you will have some made in a jiffy! I call it 10 tags in 10 minutes but it might take longer if you have to choose which patterned papers you want to use . . .  just a note on paper choices . . . . . either pick ones with allover patterns or make sure you have each strip right side up for cutting before you glue it to the base 😉 I almost had upside down reindeer the first time I made these!

Here's how to make 10 tags in 10 minutes . . . .   

Start with one sheet of 8 1/2" x 11" Basic White cardstock.  Cut two strips 1 1/4" x 10" of your favorite Christmas DSP (I used Painted Christmas DSP) and 10 x 6" pieces of Bakers Twine (or ribbon, whatever you like). 

Cut the cardstock so that it measures 7" x 10".

                                        

Adhere the two strips of DSP to the two longs edges of the cardstock (watch for design right side up!). Cut the cardstock down the middle so that each side now measures 3-1/2" x 10".

Stack the two pieces so that you can cut them into tag size two at a time (may not work depending on your trimmer, thickness of Cardstock and patterned papers so you can just do one layer at a time).  They will measure 2" x 3-1/2".  (Note:  I cut mine just slightly under 2" so that I can easily slide them into my punch).

Punch the top of each tag with the Scalloped Tag Topper punch.  

Stamp the "To" and "From" on each tag. I used the stamp from Snowman Season for my tags and Evening Evergreen for the ink.

Finally, thread the centre loop of Bakers Twine or ribbon (Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon also used) through the hole and pull the ends through your loop.  Done 😊!

Need a quick hostess gift? Make up a bunch and put into a fun gift bag tied with some more ribbon and a Thank-you note!

Shop with me using my current Host Code NPCJKCXS for December and I'll send my thank you early next month! Any questions, let me know and I'm happy to help you. 

My last Craft and Chat for this year is on Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00 pm. If you haven't replied to my invite, then do it now. If you didn't get an invite let me know - everyone is welcome on Zoom and no masks required!

I know we all like happy mail and if you shopped with me during the past 12 months then your all new Spring Mini Catalogue for 2022 will be arriving in your mailbox soon along with the fun Sale-a-Bration flyer filled with all new FREE products you can get with qualifying orders!  Watch for it and start planning your spring projects! If you live REALLY close to me then I'll be arranging delivery or pickups!

Happy stamping!

Ginny

FREE Shipping Day Wednesday December 8th for 24 hours!! Get Ready to SHOP!

 

Stampin' Up! has a special gift for you!

It's a FREE Shipping 24-Hour Flash Sale happening on December 8th only!

Take advantage of this opportunity to get free shipping on your orders. With the exception of month-to-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions, all Stampin’ Up! products qualify for the promotion.

Spread the word - don't let your friends miss out on this special! It's the perfect time to stock up on your basics like cardstock, adhesives and those fun embellishments too!

Sale starts at midnight Mountain Time (11:00 pm Pacific) and ends at midnight on December 8th Mountain Time (10:50 Pacific so you have time to put your order in!) 

Visit my online store for more details and to shop and save! You can shop the Last Chance products that are retiring January 3rd, the Clearance Rack which has tons of favourites, or the Holiday Mini and Annual Catalogue - so many choices!! Where will you start???  If you want me to place an order for you, please send me an email. I will put in a group order - cutoff is 5:00 pm Pacific!! To get FREE shipping on this special deal your own order must be $65 or more 😉

Use my Current Host Code NPCJKCXS so I can track your orders and send my thank you at the end of the month - and you might share in the Host Rewards too!

Want to join a fun night stamping with me on Zoom? Craft and Chat night is Tuesday December 14th at 7:00 pm!  Message me to get the link so you can sign on - masks not required!!

Happy Stamping!
Ginny

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Sunday Share - Need Some Help to "Wrap It Up"??

Stampin' Up! has so many ways to help you wrap your gifts, gift cards and even create a gift of cards to take as a host gift during the holidays! And let's not forget how easy it is to make a bunch of tags in a hurry too - it only takes a few minutes to make a bunch of tags for all your gifting!!

Check out page 137 in the Annual catalogue, or page 75 in the July-December Holiday Mini and you'll  be ready to order your supplies to make some magical packages for your family and friends!

How cute is this mini box from the Tidings of Christmas Collection on page 88?  I made the topper from a  4 3/4” square (scored at 3/4”) to fit our Acetate Card Boxes so I could add some 3” x 3” gift cards and envelopes inside for a fun gift. 

I die cut some extra bits to decorate the cards and found the Season’s Greetings stamp from the Tidings & Trimmings bundle fit the top of the die cut stocking perfectly - I think the box will hold 4 cards and envelopes so I’m going to make a few for gifting!

Have you tried the Mini Paper Pumpkin boxes yet? They are so cute and will hold a few small treasures or treats for some lucky person! This idea came from the Holiday Mini p 21 and uses the Snow Wonder Stamps and Snow Time Dies (both retiring so get them soon!!).

I  used my Blending Brush and Mint Macaron ink for subtle shading over the entire box. I cut a piece of Whimsy & Wonder DSP 4 3/4” x 11” and added liquid glue to adhere to the flat box. There was a 1/4” to fold under the front edge. Then I gently used the box score lines to score the DSP with the Take Your Pick Tool small scoring end.  It folded up easily on the score lines! I added some colouring to the die cut snowman, then built the scene using Stampin' Seal and Dimensionals. I tied a bow with Linen Thread beside the snowman and added a bit of White Glittered Organdy Ribbon.

The Last Chance Clearance is on until January 3rd or until items run out so check your wish list and get your order in soon so you won't be disappointed.  Here's the link so you can start shopping right away. When you use my Host Code NPCJKCXS I can track your orders, send my thank you and put you into my draws for Host Rewards each month. If your order is $200 or more, don't use the Host Code as you will get your own Host Rewards - I'll still send you my thank you!!

Check my Events page on my website so you can be on my next Zoom class - last Craft and Chat for this month is Tuesday December 14th at 7:00 pm so let me know if you want the link!

Happy stamping!

Ginny

Clearance Rack and Retiring List - Run Don't Walk to My Online Store!!

 

The July-December Mini Catalogue is about to dash away and that means it's your chance to grab these Last Chance goodies and deals before they are gone!

You'll want to add this to the top of your to-do list since retiring items are only available while supplies last. Discounted items usually sell out quickly!

You can view the Last Chance products online for the most up-to-date availability. While you are looking, set up an account for yourself and start your order. It's quick and safe and it will come straight to your door with tracking on the way!

Plus, you'll want to be sure to check out the Clearance Rack while you are shopping, it's been restocked with some REALLY BIG deals! 

Use my December Host Code NPCJKCXS if your order is under $200 before shipping and taxes so I can track your order and you may share this month's Host Rewards! I love sharing free product with my customers!

Happy Stamping!
Ginny

 

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Did you know that Bundles of stamps and punches or dies are available at a 10% discount? Here's an important tip! If you love the coordination of stamps and tools then don't miss saving 10%, because all bundles in the current Mini catalogues will retire and take the 10% savings with them. Some of the stamps, dies, and punches will still be available in future catalogues, but not as bundles, so the 10% savings ends. Bundles, because they include more than stamps are only available while supplies last, so you won't want to wait to get your bundles ordered.



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