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Tutorial: Thank You For Inspiring Me Card

 

Today's tutorial is another easy fun fold card!  The stamp set I used was the Blessings of Home, along with the beautiful Hand Penned Designer Series Paper.

 

 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Score a piece of 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” Misty Moonlight cardstock at 2-1/8” and 4-1/4” for your card base. According fold card base.

2. Cut a piece of 3-3/4” x 5” Basic White. Adhere to the inside of the card.

3. Adhere a piece of 3-3/4” x 5” Pale Papaya cardstock to the front of the card, lining it up with the Basic White inside. Be sure to only put adhesive on the left side.

4. Adhere a piece of 3-1/2” x 4-3/4” Hand Penned Designer Series Paper to the front of the card.

5. Stamp a 1” x 4” piece of Basic White cardstock with the “Thank You for Inspiring Me” from the Blessings of Home Stamp Set in Misty Moonlight ink. Punch either side using the Lovely Labels Pick a Punch.  Adhere to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimesionals.

6. Adhere a 1/4” Pale Papaya Open Weave bow to the top of the tag. Add a Bumblebee Trinkets with a Glue Dot

7. Stamp a piece of Basic White cardstock with the large flower from the Blessings of Home Stamp Set in Soft Succulent Ink. With an Aqua Painter, pull the ink from the center of the flowers and leaves.  Cut the flower out using the Flowers of Home Dies and adhere to the inside of the card.

 

Product List:  Click on the image(s) below for more information or to purchase some of the items used on the card.

Blessings Of Home Cling Stamp Set (English) [157930]	Flowers Of Home Dies [157938]	Hand Penned 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [155499]
Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153081]	Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155668]

 

Thank you for stopping by!  I hope you were inspired by this card.

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, March 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, March 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

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Today's Show & Tell

 

I love it when my downline and customers share the cards they make.  Today's "Show & Tell" was made by Debbie Wray (Indianapolis) and she used the FREE Chasing Butterflies stamp set which is available through the end of this month with a $50 purchase. 

With the 7 cling stamps you will be able to recapture the feeling of carefree childhood. You can create projects using the cute child chasing beautiful butterflies, or just make a colorful kaleidoscope of butterflies perfect for cards for any occasion. The images are great to watercolor with your choice of colors--choose soft pastels for springtime projects or go bold for a summertime feel. 

Visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store, place your $50 order and choose this stamp set for FREE!

 

Thank you for stopping by!  I hope you were inspired by this card.

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, March 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, March 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

Tutorial: Slide & Lock Card

Today I wanted to show you a really cute card with a unique fold.  It's a bit trickier to make but it really creates a big wow!  I used the Island Vibes stamp set that you get FREE but only through the end of February for a $50 purchase in Stampin' Up! merchandise.  However, any stamp set would work for this card.

 

GATE FOLD BASE

1. Cut a piece of 4-1/4” x 11” Basic White Thick cardstock and score at 2-3/4” on each side Fold towards the center and crease with a Bone Folder.  Open up and trim just about 1/16” off one end.  This is important for the insert to lock into place.

2. Cut two pieces of 2-1/2” x 4” New Horizons Designer Series Paper and adhere to the panels. You will need to trim one piece about 1/16” for mimic that side of the gate fold.   Stamp “Thinking of You on you special day” from the Inspired Thoughts Stamp Set  inside.

 

SLIDE & LOCK LAYER

1. Cut 4 pieces of Basic White cardstock to measure 3-1/2 x 3-1/2”

2. Score 2 of the pieces in half at 1-3/4” and fold and crease to create two hinges.

3. Adhere each folded piece, lining up the folded edge to the center of one of the Basic White pieces.

4. Adhere and “sandwich” these pieces to the remaining 3-1/2” x 3-1/2” cardstock.  This makes your locking layer.

5. Adhere a piece of 3-1/4” x 3-1/4” Pale Papaya cardstock to the front of the locking layer.

6. Adhere a piece of 2021-2023 Designer Series Paper to the locking layer over the Pale Papaya.

7. On a scrap piece of Basic White cardstock, stamp the pineapple Island Vibes Stamp Set in Early Espresso Ink and color using an Old Olive Stampin’ Blend. Cut out pineapple and adhere to the front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

8. Cut out a 1/2” x 3” strip of Basic White cardstock and stamp “Congratulations” on it. Adhere to the front.  Adhere embellishments randomly to the front.

9. Stamp inside with sentiment and image. Slide locking layer over flaps on the card base.

 

 

Product List:  Click on the image(s) below for more information or to order through my Stampin' Up! Online Store.

Island Vibes Cling Stamp Set [158096]	Inspired Thoughts Cling Stamp Set [155536]	New Horizons 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [157768]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272]	Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155668]

 

 

Thank you for stopping by!  I hope you were inspired by this card.

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, February 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, February 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

This is Stamp Camp Week! Please RSVP today!

Hey Stampers, it's Stamp Camp Week and I still have a couple of spots available if you would like to attend.

 

The dates and times for this fun stamping class are:

Saturday Morning, February 19th, at 10:00 a.m.

and

Sunday Afternoon, February 20th, at 1:00 p.m.

I am so excited to be teaching the "Pinwheel Fold" at the class.  I think everyone will enjoy making this fun card -- it's easier than it looks!  If you would like to attend and live near me, please send me an email at [email protected] for more information.

 

Thank you for stopping by!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, February 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, February 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

All Together Collection -- Get It Today!

Stampin' Up! is introducing a wonderful collection called the All Together Collection and is now available for purchase! The stamp set and dies are a great way to show you care.  When I first saw the hand designs, I immediately thought of teachers because the hand designs illustrate coming together in friendship and solidarity for their students. But this collection really is for everyone.  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. 

Visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today to purchase your own collection!

 

 

Thank you for stopping by!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, February 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, February 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

Tutorial: Sending Hugs Card

Goodness, I just realized it has been awhile since I posted.  I have been busy helping my husband work on winter chores.  After my last Stamp Camps, we decided to take advantage of the cold weather and being stuck inside to do some much needed painting.  We got busy painting our master bedroom, walk-in closet and master bath.  I am very happy with the result and very thankful to be finished!  Unfortunately, my Stampin' Up! business took a back seat during this time.  But I'm back....

Today's card features the Eden's Garden Stamp Set and Eden Dies from the Spring Mini Catalog.  It's a pretty card and very simple card to make.

 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut a piece of 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” Basic White Thick cardstock and score at 4-1/4. This will be your card base.

2. Cut a piece of 4” x 5-1/2 Basic Black cardstock and adhere to the front of the card.

3. Cut a piece of 3-3/4” x 5” Basic White cardstock and stamp the right side with the large flower from the Eden’s Garden Stamp Set in Tuxedo Black Memento Ink.

4. Cut a Basic Black border shape using the Eden Dies. Add Black & White Gingham Ribbon to the shape and adhere to the left side of stamped piece.  Adhere piece to the front of the card.

5. Cut out a small rectangle using the Rectangle Stitched Dies. Stamp this piece with “Sending Hugs” from the Eden’s Garden Stamp Set. Adhere to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

 

Product List:  Click on the image(s) below for more information or to place an order through my Stampin' Up! Online Store.

 

Eden's Garden Cling Stamp Set (English) [157823]	Eden Dies [157831]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]
Black & White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Gingham Ribbon [156485]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]

 

 

Thank you for stopping by -- I hope you are inspired by this card!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, February 19th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, February 20th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

This is Stamp Camp Week!

 

This is Stamp Camp Week and I have some fun projects planned.  This class features some fun folds, and we will be using product from the new Spring Mini Catalog.  If you are signed up for one of my classes this coming weekend, as a special gift I will be allowing you to choose a free stamp set from the sets I was recently gifted with.  I can't wait to stamp with you!  If you are interested in attending future classes, please contact me at [email protected].

Be sure to use January Hostess Code V7FZPJW2 when placing your online order!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, January 15th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, January 16th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

Sale-a-bration & Mini Catalog Kickoff!

January and February are the months for Sale-a-bration, one of the biggest promotions of the year.  It is packed with lots of wonderful free items.  For every $50 in product purchased, you will get to choose an item from the Sale-a-bration Brochure.  You can view the brochure online at my Stampin' Up! Website.  You will also be able to check out the new Mini Catalog online, which also kicks off today, and see all the new stamp sets, dies, beautiful designer paper and embellishments.  Ordering begins today, January 4th.  

 

Spring Mini Catolog

 

SALE-A-BRATION BROCHURE

   

HOSTING DURING SALE-A-BRATION

Hosting is even more rewarding during Sale-A-Bration season. When you hosts a qualifying party, you can earn the Calming Camellia Cling Stamp Set (item 158117) for free!  Even if you reaches the qualifying amount on your own outside of a party, you can earn the same stamp set for free through my Stampin' Up! online store.  You will simply add it to your cart the same way you would with any other Sale-A-Bration product! 

 

JOIN MY TEAM

If you decides to sign up as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator during Sale-A-Bration, you will receive two free stamp sets in addition to customizing the products you want in your Starter Kit.   

 

Be sure to use January Hostess Code V7FZPJW2 when placing your online order!

 

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, January 15th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, January 16th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

More Handmade Christmas Cards From Friends

Today I wanted to share more of the beautiful handmade Christmas cards I received from some of my friends.  

Diane D.

 

Donna S.

 

Mardawna G.

 

Thank you for stopping by -- I hope you are inspired by these cards!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, January 15th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, January 16th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!

Handmade Christmas Cards From Friends

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and I know you are probably busy now getting ready for the New Year!  We had a very nice Christmas, although it was more on the quiet side this year.  We were able to drive up and see my son Eric and had a very nice visit with him.  Then daughter Kelly and her family came over in the afternoon for Christmas dinner and to exchange gifts.  We will celebrate Christmas with daughter Julie and her family at a later time because this year they were on a Christmas Cruise.

I received so many beautiful handmade cards this year and this week I wanted to share some of the cards with you.  My friends are so talented!  Below are two of the cards I received.

 

Card by Brenda H.

 

Card by Debbie N.

 

Thank you for stopping by -- I hope you are inspired by these cards!

IN THE MEANTIME...

Stay Safe and Healthy

and Happy Stamping!

KAREN

Be sure to visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today.  Just click on "Shop Now" to get started!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MY NEXT EVENTS & CLASSES:        

    STAMP CAMP:  Saturday Morning, January 15th at 10:00 a.m.

    STAMP CAMP:  Sunday Afternoon, January 16th at 1:00 p.m.

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    TECHNIQUES CLASS:  TBA

    WORKSHOPS:  Contact me to schedule your private class with a few of your friends.

      

STAMPIN' UP! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

I have Gift Certificates available for your birthday and special occasions gift-giving!  Contact me today at [email protected] to order your gift certificate today!

  

SHOP ONLINE

If you would like to purchase any of the items from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or current Seasonal Catalog, just visit my Stampin' Up! Online Store today! 

JOIN THE FUN AND BECOME PART OF MY TEAM

 CLICK HERE to order Stampin' Up! product on-line 24/7 or to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator today!