Fifth Avenue Floral Card
May 17, 2012 by
Graduation Owl Card and more
May 15, 2012 by
This week I'll be posting some fabulous swaps from the Stampin' Up! Incentive trip to Disney (Orlando) a couple of weeks ago. This first card is perfect for this month, it's a graduation card using the Owl Builder Punch #118074, with a little help from the Cupcake Builder punch #121807 and the Bird Builder Punch #117191.New Stampin’ Up! Catalog information
May 8, 2012 by
There is much excitement over the new Stampin’ Up! catalog, as a demonstrator I’ve been able to sneak peek and I can honestly say it’s AWESOME!!!!! There are some changes to the catalog and mini catalog roll outs, see below for details.
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Morning Cup Tea Bag Card
May 7, 2012 by
Here is a super fun, stinkin' cute card idea using the Stampin' Up! Morning Cup Stamp Set (116988 wood, #120489 clear mount), and the Take a Sip Wheel #120323. Just simply adding a tea bag to the front makes it a gift, and a card lol! I especially saying "caffeine isn't a drug, it's a vitamin!"...so true!Notably Ornate Vintage Card
May 6, 2012 by
Make every note-jotting moment an absolute pleasure for all your note-taking loved ones. The retiring Notably Ornate stamp set (#117098, #120561 clear mount) creates gorgeous custom notepads and stationery. This card was designed by Kristyne Brandt.
Strawberry Heart Punches dipped in Chocolate?
May 5, 2012 by
Here are a few fun ideas using the Full Heart Punch #119883 as a strawberry! Serously, who knew?! What will we think of next lol...stay tuned for the answer to this and more;) This first card combines the Full Heart Punch with the 5-Petal Flower punch #119880. It was designed by Brenda McBride.Established Elegance Card – Part 2
May 4, 2012 by
This is part 2 of 2 of my series of the Established Elegance Stamp Set (#122530 wood, #122532 clear mount). A fantastic monochromatic paneled card, using just a splash of color for a "pop".
Established Elegance Card – Part 1
May 3, 2012 by
The Established Elegance Stamp Set (#122530 wood, #122532 clear mount) is perfect for adding a vintage flair in the form of focal images or subtle elements. On this gorgeous card, it is the focal image.The background is the Fancy Fan Letterpress Plate #123129 for the Big Shot machine.Tool Time – Toolbox Card
May 2, 2012 by
Well if this toolbox card doesn't "take the cake" in toolville, I don't know what does! The ultimate Mantown card, in honor of the Mantown Card swap I'm hosting (click here).VIDEO: Spreading Ink Technique
May 1, 2012 by
Need a unique embellishment for that next project? Watch as Carrie Cudney from Stampin' Up! takes an embossed stamp image, adds a little water, then lets the ink spread with the aqua painter. You have to give this technique a try! The Stampin' Success magazine she mentions is an awesome demonstrator perk, if you'd like more info on joining click here >
SWAP: “Man Town” Masculine Full Card Swap
April 30, 2012 by
In honor of Father's Day coming up in June, I'm hosting a "Mantown" / Masculine Full Card Swap. Come join the fun. This is a customer card swap, however you can participate even if you are a demonstrator (we are customers too right hehehe).
NEWS: Retiring Accessories Announced! While Supplies last
April 30, 2012 by
Dates: April 15-May 31, 2012 (select items available while supplies last)
Hundreds of stamps and accessories from the 2011-2012 catalogs are retiring on May 31, and this is your best chance to get them before they're gone. Many products are only available while supplies last, so be sure to get your orders in early!
When you view the retiring stamps list, you may notice it's longer than in years past. During this transition to the new annual catalog (released June 1), there are a higher number of stamps being refreshed and replaced than usual. While many stamps are going away, most are being replaced so that the breadth of our stamp lines is every bit as broad as ever!Zoo Review – Zebra Card
April 28, 2012 by
It's a Zoo Review! I just love saying that, it's fun to say! This Zoo Review is actually the name of this stamp set (#122197 wood, #122199 clear mount) featuring zoo animals: Zebra, Lion, Giraffe, Penguin and the sweet Polar Bear. This card features the zebra, he is embossed with black emboss powder then used an aqua painter and some bleach to bleach out his body. It's great!Baby Prints ‘It’s a Boy’ Card
April 27, 2012 by
"It's a boy"...or a girl lol! Recently I've had a lot of customer requests for Baby card ideas. Congrats to all of the babies! I love it. Here's a great, simple card idea from Susan Adams. This uses the Baby Prints stamp set (#125470 wood, #125472 clear mount) from the Occasions Mini Catalog (hurry only available thru April 31!!).VIDEO TUTORIAL: Sweet Floral Embossing
April 26, 2012 by
Today's video tutorial is a lot of fun creating a beautiful black and white heat embossed card of complete elegance. Using Stampin' Up!'s Sweet Floral stamp and a simple greeting, this versatile card would be great for any occasion. Card design by Ronda Wade.Sweet Shop Cupcakes – Going Fast!
April 23, 2012 by
The Sweet Shop Product Suite from the Occasions Mini Catalog is just too yummy to pass up, and it's going fast! Only available for 1 more week. This darling card was created by Kristine Burns. She used the Sweet Shop Specialty Designer Paper #125408, Build a Cupcake Punch. The frosting on top was created with a White Craft pad re-inker and some crystal effects...very yummy in person!!Simply Soft Card
April 21, 2012 by
This simply beauty features the Simply Soft Hostess stamp set (#122565 wood, 122567 clear mount). Using stampin' write markers (direct to stamp technique), a sprinkle of Dazzling Diamonds glitter, and some sponging you can have a gorgeous, vintage look. Being a hostess set, this very popular stamp set will be retiring on May 31, 2012. It is available free with $150 orders, or as a hostess (club, workshop or book show).Bright Blossoms & Summer Smooches Card II
April 20, 2012 by
Here's another fantastic “sneak peek” card. This sweet cute card uses several of the "limited time" products including: Bright Blossoms stamp set (#125495 wood, #125497 clear mount), Summer Smooches designer paper #125409.Bright Blossoms & Summer Smooches Card
April 18, 2012 by
I am loving these new catalog "sneak peek" products that are out for a limited time in April. This super stinkin' cute card uses several of them including: Bright Blossoms stamp set (#125495 wood, #125497 clear mount), Summer Smooches designer paper #125409 and Daffodil Delight Seam Binding Ribbon #125583.NEWS: Retiring Stamps Announced!
April 15, 2012 by
Dates: April 15-May 31, 2012 (select items available while supplies last)
Hundreds of stamps and accessories from the 2011-2012 catalogs are retiring on May 31, and this is your best chance to get them before they're gone. Many products are only available while supplies last, so be sure to get your orders in early!
When you view the retiring stamps list, you may notice it's longer than in years past. During this transition to the new annual catalog (released June 1), there are a higher number of stamps being refreshed and replaced than usual. While many stamps are going away, most are being replaced so that the breadth of our stamp lines is every bit as broad as ever!Precious Butterflies Card
April 12, 2012 by
This beautiful card was created with the Precious Butterflies Hostess stamp set (#122515 wood, #122517 clear mount). Did you know you can get this set for free with $150 order, workshop, or as a club hostess? Hurry, it is only available until May 31.VIDEO: Petite Purse Die & Projects
April 6, 2012 by
This new Petite Purse Die #125606 for the Big Shot is to "die" for!!! Soooo stinkin' cute! It is one of the special items that we can purchase in April, it is only available for a limited time. Click here for all of the special "sneak peak" items we can purchase in April >
Check out this great video tutorial for ideas and tips.Flower Fest Card
April 6, 2012 by
Fun with Flower Fest! This super cool card uses the Flower Fest stamp set (#122278 wood, #122280 clear mount) for the main flowers and leaves. The "Thanks so Much" greeting comes from the Sincere Salutations stamp set #115068. The flowers are stamped on the First Edition Designer Paper #121878, the the color is applied with Sponge Daubers #102892 to the flowers for the "soft" look. Wisteria Wonder, Concord Crush & Pear Pizzaz in colors were used.Simply Soft Spring Card
April 5, 2012 by
Here is a beautiful Spring card using the Simply Soft Hostess stamp set (#122565 wood, 122567 clear mount), combined with butterflies from the Summer Solstice stamp set (#122024 wood, #122037 clear mount). The "Happy Easter" greeting comes from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set #115370. This card is versatile enough this can be swapped from many of the other greetings in this set, making it a great all occasions card.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Easter Bunny Egg Box
April 3, 2012 by
Happy Easter Everybunny! It's time for some super stinkin' cute Easter fun with my Peter Cotton Tail Easter Egg Box! A candy treat "egg" box, topped with the most darling punch bunny with a cotton (pom pom) tail. Super easy, super cute featuring the Stampin' Up! Bold Brights color collection (card stock and coordinating designer paper). Check out today's video for some bunny-buiilding-fun. The inspiration sheet has a punch breakdown for the bunny.
