BLOG HOP & VIDEO: Waves of the Ocean Scenes [Waves Series Cards 1 & 2]

WAVES OF INSPIRATION CARDS

Today is my Stamp It Demonstrator’s Group Spring Theme Blog Hop. We’re all really excited to unveil our projects (like How to gift wrap a wine bottle), and announce a new contest giveaway. To continue on your journey through our projects, simply use the BLOG HOPPERS links below.

My share for the blog hop kick off my series of cards featuring the Stampin Up Waves of Inspiration Collection. In this video I'll share how to make the first 2 cards in the series.

Techniques include Stampin' Blends markers, masking and I'll share a cool tip on how to extend the wave stamp image.

I'll be sharing more in this series over the next week. Stay tuned to my blog and youtube channel to collection instructions for all of these cards. Don't miss my special offer Waves kit.

Gumball Series #8 – Crystal Ball Card

CRYSTAL BALL - CARD 8 IN MY GUMBALL SERIES

Card 8 is the final card in my Stampin Up Gumball Greetings series, at least for now. It's a fun crystal ball card. I combined the bundle with the Many Messages bundle for the greetings "Wishing you a year of magical moments & wonderful memories".

I have instructions below.

Gumball Series #7 – Snowman Snowglobe Shaker Card

FLOWERING RAIN BOOTS - CARD 6 IN MY GUMBALL SERIES

Turning the gumball machine dome into a vase for the flowers in card 6 of my Stampin' Up Gumball Greetings Bundle series. I colored the images with Stampin' Blends markers, then added a touch of Wink of Stella glimmer to the vase.

I have instructions below.

ENDED Waves of Inspiration Kits – Special Offer ends February 28

TAMI'S WAVES OF INSPIRATION KITS

Waves of the Ocean Kit Deadline February 28, 2022

I'm offering a special kit and offer on the new Stampin' Up Waves of Inspiration Collection.

I have a free bonus class video and tutorial for 4 fun fold cards created with these hot new products. Get full details below.

Kit Includes:

  • Waves of Inspiration Stamp Set *
  • Waves Dies *
  • Waves of Inspiration Designer Series Paper **
  • Blue Foils Specialty Paper **
  • Rhinestone Waves Basic Jewels **
  • Free exclusive video class: 4 fun fold cards featuring the Waves of Inspiration Collection
  • Free bonus class supplies

* The Waves of Inspiration Bundle will be carrying over into the new Annual Catalog.
** The Designer Series Paper, Blue Foils & Rhinestones are limited edition and only available while they last. They will not be carried over.

VIP Club Members receive an additional 10% off the kit. Be sure to use the special VIP form on the VIP site to receive your discount.

What you need to know about retiring In Colors – Stampin Scoop #137

WAVES OF THE OCEAN REVEAL SCOOP

Stampin Scoop Show Episode 135 - Waves of the Ocean

The scoop is back! Join us for some ocean fun. We'll be revealing the new Stampin' Up Waves of the Ocean collection, sharing projects, inspiration and lots of laughs.

On the video we'll show you how to make triple time WOW cards with Stitched Rectangle Dies and designer series paper.

STAMPIN SCOOP VIDEO REPLAY

Gumball Series #6 – Flowering Rain Boots Card

FLOWERING RAIN BOOTS - CARD 6 IN MY GUMBALL SERIES

Turning the gumball machine dome into a vase for the flowers in card 6 of my Stampin' Up Gumball Greetings Bundle series. I colored the images with Stampin' Blends markers, then added a touch of Wink of Stella glimmer to the vase.

I have instructions below.

Gumball Series #5 – Magic 8 Ball Card

MAGIC 8 BALL - CARD 5 IN MY GUMBALL SERIES

I was thinking about the Magic 8 Ball that I had as a kid when I designed this card. The kind you asked a question and shook for an answer. But upon completion it could also pass for an actual 8 ball from a pool table game. What do you think of when you see this?

I have instructions below.

Gumball Series #4 – Pot of Gold Card

POT OF GOLD CARD - CARD 4 IN MY GUMBALL SERIES

From gumball machine to pot of gold! So many possibilities for the Stampin Up Gumball Greetings bundle: stamps and Gumball Machine dies. I combined the bundle with the Brilliant Rainbow dies and the Cloud Punch to make this "luck of the Irish" alternate card. Great for St Patrick's Day and beyond.

I have instructions below.

Video: Magic Card, Regular & Liquid Shaker Cards [Gumball Greetings Series]

GUMBALL GREETINGS WOW CARDS - PART 1

This video class kicks off the first 3 of 8 amazing things to try with the Stampin' Up Gumball Greetings stamp set and Gumball Machine dies. 6 of the 8 cards are alternate ideas sharing what this bundle can make in addition to a gumball machine.

I've paired these cards with the Sunshine and Rainbow Designer Series Paper that is available during Saleabration (ends February 28).

On the video I'll share how to make the first 3 cards in my 8 card series:

  1. Magic pull card, pull the tab and the gumballs are magically revealed.
  2. Gumball shaker card
  3. Fishbowl Liquid shaker card.

I'll be sharing instructions on the remaining cards over the next week here on my blog. Collection them all:

  • Pot of Gold Card using the dome a the pot and gumballs as gold coins.
  • Rain Boots Card using the dome a flower vase.
  • Magic 8 Ball Card
  • Snowman Shaker Card
  • Crystal Ball Card

SPECIALS: Tami’s Ordering Gift Tutorials for February 16-28 – Hostess Code 4QF99G2Z

FREE TUTORIAL GIFTS & SPECIALS

February 16-28 for Free Tutorial Gifts & Specials Must use hostess code: 4QF99G2Z

CARD TUTORIAL GIFTS & FBP FROM TAMI Have you ever bought a stamp set just because you loved it, but then found yourself struggling for ideas and different ways to use it? You'll love my ordering gift tutorials, these Inspiration collections were created to help you.

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HELLO LADYBUG - LEVEL 2 CARD TUTORIAL

Level 2 - Free Tutorial Gift for Orders $50+
February 16-28
Must use hostess code: 4QF99G2Z

This "Level 2" Tutorial is my free gift for all orders placed in my online store over $50** and demonstrators to my Stamp It Group. This tutorial has instructions for 4 stunning cards featuring the Stampin Up Hello Ladybug Bundle.

Shopping OnlineTutorial includes

  • Step by step instructions
  • Photos of each step
  • Supply list
  • Dimensions

* Stamp set is not included
** Must use hostess code on orders under $150

Tutorials will be sent via email.


FLOWERING BOOTS - LEVEL 1 CARD TUTORIAL

Level 1 - Free Tutorial Gift for Orders $1-49.99
February 16-28
Must use hostess code: 4QF99G2Z

This "Level 1" Tutorial is my free gift for all orders placed in my online store using the hostess code**. This collection of tutorials features 4 great holiday cards with the Flowering Boots Bundle.

If your order is over $50 you will also earn my Level 2 tutorial as well.

Shop OnlineStep by step instructions

  • Step by Step instructions
  • Supply list
  • Measurements

** Must use hostess code on orders under $150

Tutorials will be sent via email


Awesome Otter Card Tutorial

AWESOME OTTER CARD

More otter fun from the Stampin Up Awesome Otters Stamp Set. Combined with the Special Moments stamp set for the words will brighten anyone's day. Both are available free during Saleabration (ends February 28). Directions below.

Floating Otter Window Sheet Card Tutorial

FLOATING OTTER WINDOW SHEET CARD

This is such a fun card! One otter appears to be floating on a window sheet, and the other playing in the water. The otters are from the Stampin Up Awesome Otters Stamp Set. The aquatic background design is from the Simply Marbleous Designer Series Paper. Both the stamp set and paper are available free during Saleabration (ends February 28).

Beyond the Horizon – March Paper Pumpkin Kit

March 2022 Beyond the Horizon Paper Pumpkin Kit

Subscribe February 11 - March 10 | March 2022 Beyond the Horizon Paper Pumpkin Kit

From the hands and hearts of our in-house artisans to you—our fellow crafters and creators—comes this month’s breathtaking kit. The Beyond the Horizon Paper Pumpkin Kit includes watercolor prints and designs inspired by the beautiful nature around us to create nine cards and coordinating envelopes. And paper pieces that perfectly coordinate with the New Horizons Suite Collection in the January–June 2022 Mini Catalog.

Don’t forget the FREE stamp set inside (yes—that’s two stamp sets in one kit!) as our way of saying THANK YOU to all of our wonderful Paper Pumpkin subscribers.

With all these marvelous materials and more, we can’t wait to see how you take this kit far beyond the horizon!

Flip Out Cards – Part 4- Seas the Day

SEAS THE DAY FLIP OUT FUN FOLD CARD - PART 4

Part 4 in my Flip Out Fun Fold Card series features the Stampin' Up Seas the Day bundle. I paired the bundle with the Stampin Up Simply Marbleous Designer Series Paper for the ocean theme. This paper is available free during Saleabration (ends February 28).

I have instructions below.


FLIP OUT FUN FOLD VIDEO TUTORIAL

Fold Flat Z Fold Card Tutorial & PPX Blog Hop

FOLD FLAT Z FOLD CARD TUTORIAL

I'm honored to be part of the PPX crew, which is a super talented group of demonstrators who share Lots of Puns Paper Pumpkin alternate project videos with our customers each month. Each month my subscribers receive 6 videos of alternate projects for that month's kit, in addition to my regular alternates. In addition we offer this PPX Blog Hop.

My alternate kit project is for this Fold Flat Z Fold Fun Fold card. I have full instructions and a video tutorial below for how to make this fun fold.

New: Celebrate Today Magnet Board Card Kit

CELEBRATE TODAY MAGNET BOARD KIT

The latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! is a fun one! With the Celebrate Today Magnet Board Kit, you can create and customize your very own magnet board with included stickers to organize daily tasks and sentiments of positive affirmations. Since when have daily chores looked so cute?

Flip Out Cards – Part 3- Pirates & Mermaids

PIRATES & MERMAID FLIP OUT CARDS - PART 3

Part 3 in my Flip Out Fun Fold Card series features the Stampin' Up Pirates & Mermaids Stamp Set. Isn't it adorable?!? The pirate makes great masculine cards. I colored the images with Stampin' Blends markers, colors listed below with the instructions.

The Stampin Up Simply Marbleous Designer Series Paper is available free during Saleabration (ends February 28).


FLIP OUT FUN FOLD VIDEO TUTORIAL

Revealing the Waves of the Ocean Collection – Stampin Scoop #135

WAVES OF THE OCEAN REVEAL SCOOP

Stampin Scoop Show Episode 135 - Waves of the Ocean

The scoop is back! Join us for some ocean fun. We'll be revealing the new Stampin' Up Waves of the Ocean collection, sharing projects, inspiration and lots of laughs.

On the video we'll show you how to make triple time WOW cards with Stitched Rectangle Dies and designer series paper.

STAMPIN SCOOP VIDEO REPLAY

Flip Out Cards – Part 2- Driving By

DRIVING BY FLIP OUT CARDS - PART 2

Part 2 in my Flip Out Fun Fold Card series features the Stampin' Up Driving By Stamp Set for the van and car images. This stamp set is available free during Saleabration (ends February 28).

In addition to the flip out fun fold, I used a few fun techniques. Including coloring the images with Stampin' Blends markers, and used the Pattern Party Designer Series Paper for the van.

I have instructions and more photos below.


FLIP OUT FUN FOLD VIDEO

Video: Flip Out Fun Folds – Part 1 – January Paper Pumpkin Alternates

FLIP OUT FUN FOLDS - PART 1

You'll flip out for my newest series of card tutorials featuring how to make a "Flip Out" fun fold cards. This is Part 1 in my series and features alternate cards for the January 2022 Paper Pumpkin kit.

Check my video tutorial to learn how to make these cards and more tips and tricks in card making. Don't miss the end where I sneak peek a brand new collection of products coming soon called "Waves of the Ocean".

Get details on the refills for this Paper Pumpkin kit and join me in subscribing to the February kit below. Stay tuned for more fun ways to create this fun fold technique.

Waves of the Ocean Collection Pre-Order

WAVES OF THE OCEAN PRE-ORDER INFO

Demonstrators: February 1
Demo Kit: February 1
Card Swap Due: February 28
Customers: March 1

Each of the world’s wide and open oceans is brimming with beauty and wonder. Marvelous marine animals, miles of submerged mountain ranges, and unique underwater plants lie thousands of feet below Earth’s dry surface, encouraging exploration and awaiting discovery.

Discover the depths of the ocean—and your artistic abilities—with the Waves of the Ocean Collection! This coastal collection includes an inspiring set of stamps and detailed dies, both early-release products from the upcoming 2022–2023 Annual Catalog. Plus, a pack of paper made from images of hand-poured paint, blue-hued foil sheets for a sea of shine, and radiant rhinestones for a splash of sparkle—each an exclusive product you can only purchase during the promotion period!

Explore artistic expression with the Waves of the Ocean Collection. With these seaside supplies, you’ll dive into inspiration and swim in a sea of creativity! Keep reading for promotion and product details, marketing tips and tricks, and shareable resources that’ll blow you out of the water.

Note: The Waves of Inspiration Bundle (stamps and dies) are an early-release product from the 2022—2023 Annual Catalog, the collection’s additional products (papers, foils and jewels) are exclusive and only available while supplies last.

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CARD SWAP: Waves of the Ocean Collection Card Swap – Due February 28

CARD SWAPS: WAVES OF THE OCEAN

  • CARD SWAP: All Together Collection Due: February 28

  • Dates:
    • Demonstrators can order: February 1
    • Card swap due: February 28
    • Customers can order: March 1

Demonstrators can begin pre-ordering the Stampin' Up Waves of the Ocean Collection on February 1. To help prepare with ideas, classes, workshops, open houses and events, I’ll be hosting a mail in card swap.

SPECIALS: Tami’s Ordering Gift Tutorials for February 1-15 – Hostess Code GU4JE9J6

FREE TUTORIAL GIFTS & SPECIALS

February 1-15 for Free Tutorial Gifts & Specials Must use hostess code: GU4JE9J6

CARD TUTORIAL GIFTS & FBP FROM TAMI Have you ever bought a stamp set just because you loved it, but then found yourself struggling for ideas and different ways to use it? You'll love my ordering gift tutorials, these Inspiration collections were created to help you.

SHOP ONLINE


SYMBOLS OF FORTUNE - LEVEL 2 CARD TUTORIAL

Level 2 - Free Tutorial Gift for Orders $50+
February 1-15
Must use hostess code: GU4JE9J6

This "Level 2" Tutorial is my free gift for all orders placed in my online store over $50** and demonstrators to my Stamp It Group. This tutorial has instructions for 4 stunning cards featuring the Stampin Up Symbols of Fortune Suite.

Shopping OnlineTutorial includes

  • Step by step instructions
  • Photos of each step
  • Supply list
  • Dimensions

* Stamp set is not included
** Must use hostess code on orders under $150

Tutorials will be sent via email.


DRIVING BY - LEVEL 1 CARD TUTORIAL

Level 1 - Free Tutorial Gift for Orders $1-49.99
February 1-15
Must use hostess code: GU4JE9J6

This "Level 1" Tutorial is my free gift for all orders placed in my online store using the hostess code**. This collection of tutorials features 4 great holiday cards with the Driving By Sale-a-bration Stamp Set with Simply Marbleous Designer Paper.

If your order is over $50 you will also earn my Level 2 tutorial as well.

Shop OnlineStep by step instructions

  • Step by Step instructions
  • Supply list
  • Measurements

** Must use hostess code on orders under $150

Tutorials will be sent via email


All Together Collection is now available

All Together Pre-Order & Kit Info

ALL TOGETHER COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE

Loving hands and heartfelt words are the best way to show you care. With hand designs that illustrate coming together in friendship and solidarity, the All Together Collection will help you create cardmaking and paper crafting projects that reflect the people you know and love.

The All Together Collection includes early-release products from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog—an exciting new range of natural Stampin’ Blends—and exclusive products you can’t get anywhere else! Come together to create projects inspired by you.

Note: Natural Tones Stampin’ Blends are an early-release product from the 2022—2023 Annual Catalog, the collection’s additional products are exclusive and only available while supplies last.

All Together Pre-Order All Together Kit Info

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Get Through This Card – All Together Part 4

WE'LL GET THROUGH THIS CARD - PART 4

We'll get through this together card designed from the Stampin Up All Together Collection. I added some texture to the background with the Blending Brushes. See Friday's video class for more tips on using the Blending Brushes.

The hands are from the All Together Designer Series Paper and colored with the Natural Tones Stampin' Blends. This is part 4 in my series of card tutorials with this collection.

I have instructions and more photos below. Don't miss my special offer kit featuring these products, offer ends tomorrow.