Print Tray meets New Envelope Liners

Now that I have the NEW ENVELOPE LINER FRAMELITS in my hot

little hands I had to match it up with one of my favorite card styles.

I'm kinda crazy about the colors and designs in the New

 EASTERN ELEGANCE Designer Paper...so on Trend!

The Gray and Crushed Curry are so on trend with what's being shown in the stores. I wanted my card to especially appeal to my 30 something family members who will be receiving this card. What a custom surprise they will have when they open the card and find a MATCHING ENVELOPE LINER using the very same paper. It's the WOW factor I want! I'm telling you these liners will do it! Yahooooo! Maybe you Don't have any Designer Paper around? Doubtful! But if not, Stampin'Up takes the guess work out of color matching. I know when I choose a designer paper it will match perfectly with the Stampin' Up card stock.

Todays card uses the Eastern Elegance colors..... Crushed Curry, Smoky Slate, & Whisper White (also has Coastal Cabana but not on this card)

I wanted to showcase the paper designs with a darker contrasting border so I choose Basic Gray card stock for the Print Tray dividing sections.

Start with a Crushed Curry card base

 1. Make a Whisper White panel measuring 3 3/4" x 4 3/4"

 2. Make a Basic Gray panel measuring 3 1/2"x 4 1/2"

 3. Cut Eastern Elegance Designer paper

       left row from top to bottom finished sizes

       1" x 1 1/2"  

       1" x 1" Stamped Image on white cs using "Lacy and Lovely" set

         (see #4 instructions, cut your piece larger and then punch to the

           1x1 size)

       1" x 1 1/2"

       right row from top to bottom

       2" x 1/2"

       2" x 1 1/2"

       2" x 3/4" 

       2" x 1" Stamped sentiment on white cs using "Lacy and Lovely" set
         (see #5 instructions)

         

  4.   Ink up the medallion image from the Lacy and Lovely stamp set using a

        Smoky Slate marker, stamp on a white card stock scrap and then punch 
        out with the 1" square punch. Isn't it cool that the stamp images work so 
        well with this Designer paper.

 5.   Stamp "Hello" on the 2x1 white card stock piece using a Crushed Curry
       and Smoky Slate marker by using the brush tip side and inking up each
       the letters according to the card photo.

 6.   Make your card playful by attaching a Hung Up Cute Clip wrapped in 
       Basic Gray 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon. Attach with Glue Dots.

The NEW ENVELOPE LINER FRAMELITS will be released tomorrow so I can't actually show you the product per Stampin'Up agreement policy. However you will want to know that there are 3 Framelit Dies that fit 3 of Stampin'Up's different size envelopes. They are so easy to make, just die cut with your Big Shot, apply a little Snail Adhesive and slip into your envelope...ta dah, fantastic!

Here's the item #132172, product details found HERE

If you like this card 
I also have this same card configuration in other color combinations

CLICK HERE

Join me tomorrow for another
TECHNIQUE TWIST CHALLENGE

About to Bloom & Single Stamps

If you have not tried out MY DIGITAL STUDIO this may be the very set

that inspires you to go for it!

How cute is this?

New Downloads available every Tuesday...click here

TRY MY DIGITAL STUDIO FREE, yes I said FREE for 30 days HERE About To Blossom August Kit - Digital Download	134860
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This download was added on 7/23/2013 Download includes: * 13-piece SVG stamp brush set * 12 Designer Series Papers * 60 embellishments Features: * Digital exclusive * Relax in an intoxicating array of blooms and see what inspiration blossoms for you * Coordinates with the About to Blossom August Wallpaper Colors: Basic Black, Calypso Coral, Early Espresso, Gumball Green, Handsome Hunter, Not Quite Navy, Pistachio Pudding, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Regal Rose, Summer Starfruit, Whisper White You can order it HERE JUST A REMINDER  SINGLE STAMPS GOING GOING....... GONE last day to order July 31st You Can View Stamp Details by clicking HERE clear mount only and packed in cello bags Instructions for this Cute Treat Bag HERE LAST DAY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS SPECIAL OFFER CLICK HERE Thank you for stopping by today!

Playing w/ New Holiday Catalog Products

Just Days Away....Yes, the new Stampin'Up Holiday Catalog 2013 

is being released August 1st. I've been playing with several items

and wanted to show you this card I did for the

Create with Connie and Mary Sketch Challenge HERE

Check out what the designers have done, (always inspiring) then get

out your Stampin'Up products and come play along!

I thought it would be fun to take the Kind and Cozy stamp set in the Annual Catalog and give it a Fall theme using products from the Holiday Catalog. Fall? you say. YES, it will start before you know it. Plaids, leaves and a warm beverage just seem to go together. So it seemed fit to use the SWEATER WEATHER Designer paper for my main pattern. Love this plaid, plus there are more! The DSP incorporates 7 colors..Choc. Chip, Crushed Curry, Sahara Sand, Soft Sky, Tangerine Tango, Vanilla and White. 

I did mix up my colors a bit though. I used Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie and Soft Suede and Vanilla.

I stamped the gingham circle in Soft Suede and punched it out with a 2 1/2" circle punch. I then stamped the cup in pumpkin pie offsetting it from the center. See the extra steam rising from the cup.  Re-ink just the steam part of the stamp, place a sticky note over the first steam mark, then stamp off a little of the ink before stamping on the extra steam on top of the first steam.

Stamp the Holiday Single stamp MAGNIFICENT MAPLE using soft suede ink on So Saffron Paper ( the saffron paper gives the leaf a warmer effect ).

I created a double bow with Linen Thread which I tied around a piece of Crochet Trim. Use glue dots to attach it to the stem of the leaf and to hold down the tips of the Crochet Trim.

The pretty soft suede trim has cute little holes that magically appear when you use the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border punch. And finally stamp the " made with love " sentiment on the side panel in Soft Suede.

Put August 1st on your calendar to browse online through the new 

40 page Holiday Catalog

" Your Guide to Holiday Happiness "

Stamp Sets: Kind and Cozy wood# 129123, clear mount#129126

                  Magnificent Maple wood only#131868

Paper:         Sweater Weather DSP#132184, Crushed Curry#131199, Soft Suede#115318,

                  Pumpkin Pie#105117, Vanilla#101650, So Saffron#105118

Ink:             Pumpkin Pie#126945, Soft Suede#126978

Tools:          Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border punch#119275

                  2 1/2" Circle punch#120906

                  Paper Snips#103579

                  Glue dots#103683

Finishing Touches:

                  Linen Thread# 104199, 5/8" Crochet Trim#118481

Post Card Stamp Also in My Digital Studio

The Post Card stamp image is now available in My Digital Studio!

Yes, it's one of the newest downloads and only $2.95

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Does this card look familiar? It's a new color version of my

other card HERE

Which one do like best?

I do love purples so I think I like this one using Wisteria Wonder, Elegant Eggplant and Pool Party. I love how the eggplant gives a bold contrast to the lighter colors and the striped banner is so crisp looking. 2 shades of purple and 1 blue all from the cool side of the color wheel.

Paper: Elegant Eggplant #105126, Wisteria Wonder #122922, 

          Pool Party #122924

Ink:     Elegant Eggplant #126969, Wisteria Wonder #126985

          Pool Party #126982

Another Day of Fun, thanks for joining me as I 

S T R E T C H

my Stampin'Up products!

Chalk Talk 3 Ways

This week I'm enjoying the versatility of the Chalk Talk stamp set and the fabulous matching framelits. I really appreciate the fact that I can count on the Coordinating products to take out the guess work of which die or punch will fit with my images. My customers tell me it saves them a lot of time and I will have to agree on that......love those coordinating sets!

I thought it would be fun to do the same card with 3 different color combinations. How easy is that? Just change up a few of the accessories and I have 3 quick handmade Thank You cards for my friends!

 #1. My own color combo of Rich Razzleberry, Pear Pizzazz, and Basic Gray

Fun little accessories were added to the popped up tag....

white bakers twine, ribbon (retired), rhinestones, candy dots

 and Hung Up Cute Clips.

 #2. A Color challenge at Stampin' Royalty #186 found HERE

Use Gingham Garden DSP for the 1"x 5" patterned strip. Burlap trim,

Bermuda Bay Taffeta Ribbon and Linen Thread 

are tied on the top of this tag. 

Hung Up Cute Clips are featured again.....these adorable clips

are so easy to attach, no glue needed!

 #3. A Color challenge at Color Throwdown #252 found HERE

Bits of sparkle are featured on this version.
 3 Little rhinestones adorn the heart and a 1" x 1/2"strip 
of Silver Glimmer paper adds a simply touch of BLING on the
Quatrefancy Specialty DSP!

So which one is your favorite?

Background panels  3 1/2" x 3 1/2" and 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"

DSP Strips 5" x 1"

Tags are die cut with CHALK TALK Framelits # 129983

Just a REMINDER, Now is a great time to pick out your favorite

Designer Paper, buy 3 get 1 FREE, but hurry because the offer ends July 31st.

GET INFO HERE

Hung Up Cute Clips # 129389

Brights Candy Dots # 130931

Burlap Trim # 129287

Coastal Cabana Ruffle Stretch Trim #130024

DSP  Gingham Garden # 129310, Polka Dot Parade #126902,

        Quatrefancy Specialty # 130141

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Thank You for Joining the Fun Today!

Greeting Card Giveaway Winner!

Stampin'Up Greeting Card CANDY GIVE AWAY

Welcome to my Greeting Card CANDY Give AWAY

I have decided to take a few of my creations and send them off to one

Lucky Winner!

Here are the 4 cards

    

For a chance to win.... all you have to do is

leave me a comment at the end of this post

answering this question

What is your FAVORITE PRODUCT in the NEW STAMPIN'UP CATALOG?

Deadline to have your comment posted is July 22th 9:00pm PST

I will select a winner and post it here on the 24th, please contact me

with your address so that I can send you the winning cards.

AND THE random WINNER IS............

Az Scrappin SistersJuly 10, 2013 at 7:35 PM

My favorite new product are the vintage MDS, stamps and papers. I'm taking off to try some designing on the MDS and it is overwhelming. I look to you experienced gals for inspiration. Even from paper designs. This is my retirement hobby. The grandkids love the cards they get or the kits I put together for them. thanks

Congratulations!

please leave me a comment at the end of this post with your mailing address, because I moderate my posts it will not be public. I will pop them into the mail for you once I have received it!

Back From Stampin Up Convention 2013 and NEW PRODUCTS

Well, I'm Back to Report that Convention was more than Spectacular!

6000 Crazy and I might say passionate stampers, eager to meet

old friends and new.

ALL There to be a part of an Amazing Celebration of 25 years of a

 dream of 2 sisters wanting to make

A  DIFFERENCE in the Life of others one stamp at a time!

" We really expected to fill orders while the kids took naps and

return phone calls at night after the kids went to bed. We also knew

that other women needed what we needed....fun , creativity, friends

and maybe a little extra money on the side. It's been a fabulous

adventure- one that I wouldn't trade for anything."

Shelli Gardner

Here's all the LOOT (kinda like the old Halloween bags) we received as

Demonstrators.

Good Grief soooo much wonderful stuff

An Amazing, gorgeous and full of zippers backpack that's white and silver.

We had all our Make n' Take stamps sets and kits, and then Stampin'Up

just kept giving away more and more merchandise throughout the

event. A total of 25 PRIZE PATROLS were given and EVERYONE received at least one PRIZE.

Here's Mary and Sally in front of the Home Office Atrium where

we took buses to tour. It's so fun to see where all the creation happens.

Connect with all the phone staff when we call into the support lines. See

where all of the amazing products are picked and shipped. And over hear other

visitors say " Wouldn't you just LOVE to work here "!

We are about ready to start a Super Cute Make n' Take from the new

Holiday Catalog

And here are the gifts I gave my  Downline Attendees

I've always wanted to make these Rolo pencils so I thought Convention Gifts were a  good excuse! So fun

And the ladies might want something to take notes in....

so this protected stamp set case fit the bill perfectly! 

Cute little Ghirardelli boxes fit the chocolate craving in us all!

All wrapped up in a $1.00 bin Target pail with Granola Snack bars,

 Starbucks card and Werthers treats.

No convention is complete without the announcement of

NEW PRODUCTS...

# 1 UNDEFINED Carve Your Own Stamp Set #133402

Included in the Stamp Carving Kit:

• 2 carving tools
• 3" x 4" rubber
• 3" x 4" foam
• 4 wood blocks (various sizes)
• 1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
• 3 postcards
• Instruction sheet
• Stamp image

PLUS more NEW PRODUCTS

#2 An Amazing Envelope Board

(I can't show you yet)

and

#3 A New Framelit Die that Makes a Swivel Folding Card

stay tuned as more info becomes available

Getting Ready to Go on the Road to Convention

     

 

      Where can you experience good times with stamping friends and also get       creative new ideas for workshops and projects? At our annual convention! 

 

 

Each year, Stampin' Up! demonstrators from across the US and Canada gather for three days of education, celebration, and motivation. Convention always includes time to swap cards, attend business classes and new-product demonstrations, participate in Make & Takes, and enjoy time with the best stampers in the world!   

  O.k. I'm almost Ready to go!                                           

                                                 Convention Registration......done!

                                   Hotel Registration..............done!

                                   Convention Badge.............rec'd!

                                   Make N' Takes..................in process

                                   Car New Tires...................done!
                                   Oil Change.......................done!

                                   Downline Gifts..................wrapping still
                                   Packed............................clothes in the dryer!
                                   Meals ready for hubby........not

We'll be packing the old suburban and hitting the road in the morning, with a quick stop at Starbuck's and a sleigh full of crazy stamping ladies. It's over a 9 hr. drive but I'm used to driving to San Diego area so it's no big deal. We'll be chatting, snacking and watching DVD's the whole way so time will go fast. It's going to be fabulous Celebrating Stampin'Up's 25th Year.

Just posted from the home office......
Convention is sold out this year-but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate along with us! We are going to bring a little bit of convention to you!
Get together with some of your friends, create your own Make & Takes, and maybe have a piece of cake in honor of Stampin' Up!'s 25th birthday. However you choose to celebrate, please join us as we stream our opening and closing general sessions via Stampin' Up!'s YouTube channel.
Click here to join the opening general session, Thursday, July 18, 5:30-7:00 PM (MT). Click here to join the closing general session, Saturday, July 20, 4:00-5:30 PM (MT). Sessions will begin streaming at the times indicated.
To learn more about Convention 2013, please click here! We're looking forward to this fantastic event. We hope you are, too!

I'll try to post some pics on my site during the weeks activites....
Have a great Week!

                                   

                                   

It's Technique Twist Challenge Time

It's the 15th of the month and time for Another

Technique Twist

# 3 "Water Stamping" & Papaya Collage

Check out the cool cards the other Design Team Members have done

with WATER STAMPING

HERE

I used the Papaya Collage stamp set for my Twist. I wanted to use an image that was a solid stamp rather than a lined image. Cut your main panel with white card stock measuring 4 1/4" x 2 3/4". Heavily sponge sections of Always Artichoke, Garden Green and Pear Pizzazz. Next, you will want to create a liquid to stamp on top of the inked paper. This is where my TWIST comes in. Instead of making a water filled paper towel stamp pad. I flipped my stamp over and lightly sprayed Windex on my stamp. I then took my paper and placed it face down on the sprayed stamp. Let it sit there for a few seconds and then remove. Let dry thoroughly and then stamp another leaf image until you get your desired effect.

 

To add extra Dimension to my images I silver embossed the leaf for an extra layered effect. Place your finished panel on a Very Vanilla layer measuring  

4 1/2" x 3 " . Use a texturing tool to fray the edges. Layer the 2 pieces onto a Always Artichoke layer measuring  4 3/4" x 3 1/4". Tie with Linen Thread and pop up all the panels on a Pear Pizzazz card base.

Silver Emboss ( instructions here ) the "hello" sentiment from the Pennant Parade stamp set and place over the top of the Linen Thread. Stamp the butterfly from the Papaya Collage set with Primrose Petal ink of vanilla card stock. Cut out and Trim close to the edges of the butterfly. Lightly sponge the outside edges and center of the butterfly with Pear ink. Bling up the body with Rhinestone Basics.

 NOW it's Your Turn!

Come join the fun and try out the challenge yourself.....

NO TWISTING REQUIRED on your part, 

just do the basic water stamping if you would like to.

Enter your project HERE

Stamps:Papaya Collage wood mount #132055, Clear Mount #126612

            Pennant Parade (sentiment) wood# 128697, clear#122742 

Paper:Artichoke #105119, Pear#131201, Vanilla #101650, White#100730

Ink: Artichoke#126972, Pear#131180, Garden Green#126973, 

       Versamark # 102283, Primrose Petals#126858

Tools: Heat Tool#129053, Embossing Buddy#103083, Paper Snips#103579,

       3/4" Circle punch

Finishing Touches: Silver Embossing Powder#109131, Rhinestones#119246,

       Linen Thread#104199