Giveaways!

One way I like to say "thanks" is through giveaways. I love giving away prizes. Here's a recap of this week's giveaways & winners. I'm starting a new segment here on the blog called Saturday Giveaways & Winners of the Week. Here I'll share the current giveaways I have available to enter, and how to enter them. I'll also reveal this past week's winners.

Make Custom Shimmery Cards

In this class I'll share how to create this gorgeous shimmery card featuring the Stampin Up Sea & Sand Suite and Pearlescent Paper. In addition to a couple of cool techniques with the Pearlescent Paper, I'llĀ  also share how to make custom shimmery paper to match any project.

Textured Seashells Card & Tutorial

The Sand & Sea Suite of products from Stampin Up is so cool. The Seaside Seashells dies match the Seashells embossing folder to create this gorgeous 3-d layer. Here it's simply combined with a touch of Blushing Bride Metallic Ribbon and Sand & Sea Designer Paper to create a WOW card. I have instructions on how to make this below. This card was created by my friend Judi Micoley.

The butterflies have landed! Stampin Scoop Show #117

The butterflies have landed! Stampin' Up's Butterfly Brilliance Collection is now available in my online store.

Butterfly Bouquet Suite is now available

Bring in the beauty of nature with the artistic designs of the Butterfly Brilliance Bundle and coordinating designer series paper, along with textured specialty paper that will put a pop of brilliance on every project. The stamp set and dies are an early release bundle. They will be available in the upcoming annual catalog. Exclusive while they last: The Butterfly Bijou Designer Paper & Natural Touch Specialty Paper are only available during this special promotion.Ā  BUTTERFLY BRILLIANCE BLENDING BRUSH KIT Today is the last day to get my special offer on this suite in my Butterfly Brilliance Blending Brush Kit.

SPECIALS: Tamiā€™s Ordering Gift Tutorials for March 1-15 – Hostess Code 73NZ7FUH

FREE TUTORIAL GIFTS & SPECIALS

March 1-16
Must use hostess code: 73NZ7FUH

Double Frequent Buyer Points – Earn Free Products March 1-15

I'm offering Double Frequent Buyer PointĀ  on all orders placed in my online store . Be sure to Hostess CodeĀ 73NZ7FUH on all orders under $150 in order to get double points. Orders over $150 shouldn't use the hostess code and will automatically get double points and free tutorials. Collect your FBP and redeem them for free Stampin Up DIY crafting products from me.

Final Farewell to Saleabration 2021 – today is the last day

Sale-A-Bration ends today! This is one of our biggest promotions of the year. Itā€™s packed with perks for demonstrators and customers, and filled with fun for everyone! Choose a free Sale-a-bration product from this special catalog with every $50 you spend (before tax and shipping). But hurry, after today these limited edition products will be gone forever.

BLOG HOP & VIDEO: 3 Amazing Simply Succulent Techniques

Welcome to my Stamp It Demonstratorā€™s Group Spring themed Blog Hop. Weā€™re all really excited to unveil our projects, and announce a new contest giveaway. To continue on your journey through our projects, simply use the BLOG HOPPERS links below. My share for this blog hop are these gorgeous cards created with the Stampin Up Simply Succulents bundle and 3 amazingly easy techniques for this bundle. Ombre backgrounds, Stampin' Blends and heat embossing die cuts and more. 6 cards in all! Note: the 4 Ombre cards use the Saleabration Oh So Ombre Designer Paper that will be gone forever after tomorrow (Sunday, Feb 28).

Giveaways!

One way I like to say "thanks" is through giveaways. I love giving away prizes. Here's a recap of this week's giveaways & winners. I'm starting a new segment here on the blog called Saturday Giveaways & Winners of the Week. Here I'll share the current giveaways I have available to enter, and how to enter them. I'll also reveal this past week's winners.

Darling Donkey “Book Binding” Fold Tutorial

This is a super fun "book binding" fun fold card featuring the Stampin' Up Saleabration Darling Donkey stamp set. The background is created with the Paper Blooms Designer Series paper that is also part of this year's 2021 Saleabration. The fold is easy to do, and gives the card a special touch. This card was created by Susan Elise Morton. I have instructions below on how to make this card.

Darling Donkey Birthday Card Tutorial

With Stampin' Up's 2021 Saleabration coming to an end in a couple of days, I've been sharing tutorials from a few of my favorite cards over the past week. Today's card tutorial share is for this Darling Donkey Birthday Card created by Linda Cullen. It also features the Approaching Perfection stamp set and Oh So Ombre Designer Series Paper that are both also part of Saleabration.

Berry Blessings Blueberry Card Tutorial

The Stampin Up Saleabration Berry Blessings Bundle features a Stamp Set and coordinating Designer Series Paper. This limited edition bundle is only available during Stampin' Up's 2021 Sale-a-bration. This card combines both gorgeous designer paper with the coordinating stamp set. The words "You always have a way of making my day" are great for a variety of occasions. It was designed by Donella Henderson.

Butterfly Brilliance Gift Set Made with Mercury Glass Class Video

In this class I'll be sharing how to make this gorgeous card & gift box using the new Stampin Up Butterfly Brilliance Bundle & Mercury Glass. These projects shine with the Hydrangea Hill Mercury Glass Designer Acetate. These color foil acetate sheets feature a faux mercury glass finish. It's a fresh take on old-fashioned old mercury glass.

Butterfly Brilliance Blending Brush Technique Kits & Double FBP – ordering ends March 2

Do you love learning cool new techniques? Do you love freebies? Iā€™ve created a special offer kit for you that includes the new Stampin Up Butterfly Brilliance early release bundle and the brand new Blending Brushes. In the free video class, I'll teach you how to make these 5 cards and an acetate card box to hold them in using a variety of techniques (see the list below). Receive a free Champagne Shimmer Mist and Spritzer (full size kit) and Double Frequent Buyer Points . These gorgeous kits are only available for a limited time. The Butterfly Brilliance stamp set and dies coordinate with the Butterfly Bijou and Natural Touch specialty papers. The stamp set and die bundle are an early release. They will be available to customers on March 2, and will also be in the upcoming annual catalog. However the exclusive designer series paper will only be available during the Butterfly Bouquet promotion (ends May 3) and while supplies last. Learn more about the Butterfly Bouquet promotion here.

Hummingbird Saleabration Card & Tutorial

HUMMINGBIRD CARD TUTORIAL This hummingbird “thank you” card is simply striking. Created with several of the new 2021 Stampin’ Up Saleabration stamp sets: A Touch of Ink, Heal Your Heart and Corner Bouquet. The background is created with the new Blending Brushes. I have a free hummingbird card tutorial below.… Read More

Giveaways!

One way I like to say "thanks" is through giveaways. I love giving away prizes. I'm starting a new segment here on the blog called Saturday Giveaways & Winners of the Week. Here I'll share the current giveaways I have available to enter, and how to enter them. I'll also reveal this past week's winners.

VIDEO: February 2021 Bouquet of Hope Paper Pumpkin Kit exclusive

I just got my February "Bouquet of hope" Paper Pumpkin kit from Stampin Up and it is gorgeous! I am so inspired by this kit. In this class I'll be sharing how to make 6 projects from the kit. Including a gorgeous gift box. This month's kit coordinates perfectly with the Flower & Field Designer Series Paper that is available during Saleabration. It was a perfect match. See the video for how to make these beautiful cards. There is a free pdf below with measurements.

Berry Blessings “Berry Best” Card Tutorial

The Berry Blessings Bundle features a Stamp Set and coordinating Designer Series Paper. They are a limited edition Stampin' Up bundle only available during Stampin' Up's 2021 Sale-a-bration. This blueberry "Wishing you the berry best" card features the Berry Blessings bundle. It was designed by Denise Jorgensen. I have instructions on how to make this card below, along with a printable pdf.

SPECIALS: Tamiā€™s Ordering Gift Tutorials for February 16-28 – Hostess Code AY2C3PQR

FUN FOLD SNAIL MAIL KITS W/ FREE SAB - ends February 19 2021 SALEABRATION - Earn free products with orders ending February 28 HEY CHICK BUNDLES - Available February 2 BUTTERFLY BOUQUET BUNDLE PRE-ORDER JANUARY-JUNE MINI CATALOG - new available in my online store through June 30 CLEARANCE RACK REFRESH - up to 60% off FREQUENT BUYER POINTS - Earn points and redeem for free stamps VIP ONLINE CLUB - Get free stamps, catalogs, special offers and free classes when you join the VIP club. New and improved members site just launched. PAPER PUMPKIN KITS - Monthly DIY kits. Subscribe by the 10th of the month and get free PPX Videos with your subscription. DEMONSTRATOR KIT DEAL - Have a wish list over $99? Purchase the demo kit and get $26 free and free shipping. Plus future discounts and 5 free paper packs during Saleabration. Ends Feb 28.

Beautiful set of Butterfly Bijou Cards

My share is this set of beautiful cards created with the new Butterfly Bouquet Bundle pre-order. And specifically focusing on the gorgeous Butterfly Bijou Designer Series Paper. The stamp set and dies that coordinate with this paper are an early release bundle. They will be available to customers on March 2, and will also be in the upcoming annual catalog. However this e

Snailed It Fun Fold Class in the Mail Kits plus free SAB – ordering ends February 19

Do you love learning new fun fold techniques? Do you love freebies? I've created a super fun class for you! It includes the brand new Stampin' Up Snail Mail Suite. And has 4 fun fold techniques and free Sale-a-bration products plus a free Seal Adhesive (full size kit). These adorable kits are only available for a limited time.

Here’s to You – March Paper Pumpkin Kit

Three cheers for mountain air, a sky filled with sunshine, and finding joy in lifeā€™s journey! Adventure awaits inside this monthā€™s majestic, mountain-themed kit. With enough elements and embellishments to create eight cards and coordinating envelopes, the Hereā€™s to You Paper Pumpkin Kit is the perfect pick for celebrating lifeā€™s little moments and mountain-high milestones! What makes Marchā€™s kit one-of-a-kind? The spectacular set of four free stencilsā€”and a stamping spongeā€”that youā€™ll find inside! Pair this pack of stunning stencils with the kitā€™s contents to stamp a springtime scene, then store the set to stamp for any season in the future. Clean up your binoculars and dust off your hiking bootsā€”the Hereā€™s to You Paper Pumpkin Kit is ready to lead you on an excursion to explore your creativity!

VIDEO: Rainbow Cards for Cancer Prevention Month

In honor of National Cancer Prevention month I've created a rainbow of cancer ribbon cards. The original inspiration for these cards came from my friend Linda Bauwin (I shared her original here). Each color represents a different form of cancer. I have listed the colors and a cancer ribbon color chart on my pdf below. The background is created with the new Stampin' Up Wild Roses Background Stamp. The words are from the Good Morning Magnolia Stamp Set. I'll share how to create this cool background with Blending Brushes and heat embossing.

A Cut Above Card

How adorable is this card from the Stampin' Up "A Cut Above" stamp set? Celebrate Dad and the other important men in your life, it has sentiments for Father's Day, birthdays, and thanks so you can share your best wishes on handmade creations. You'll find this in the 2021 Stampin Up January - June Mini Catalog. The images were colored with the Stampin' Blends markers. The Stitched Shapes and Stitched Rectangle dies cut the image panels. The background was textured with the Painted Texture folder. This card was created by Diana Gibbs.