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With Father's Day next month, it's time to start creating our handmade cards for this special day and today's project is a fun fold card using the fabulous Let's Go Fishing Suite from Stampin' Up!
This special day to honor fathers is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with a handmade card? Today, we're diving into a fun project using the Let's Go Fishing Suite Collection (English) [161546]from Stampin' Up! Get ready to create a memorable card for that special dad in your life.
Our featured fold for this project is the easel fold, a simple yet effective design that adds a touch of fun and creativity to your card. Not only does it allow the recipient to display your creation proudly, but it also adds an extra element of surprise and delight.
The assembly of this card was featured in a current LIVE broadcast. Watch the video then read on for the details so that you can create one as well!
Correction for video: Score card base at 2 1/8 and 4 1/4.
Lisa's Inklings:
Here are the supplies used on this project:
Your Father's Day easel fold card is ready to impress. The Let's Go Fishing Suite Collection (English) [161546] from Stampin' Up! offers a fantastic array of elements to make this project truly memorable. Whether it's for your dad, grandfather, or any special father figure in your life, this handmade card will surely bring a smile to their face.
So, grab your supplies and get ready to make Father's Day extra special with a fun fold card using the Let's Go Fishing Suite. Happy crafting!
Whether you're an experienced crafter or one who is beginning in this wonderful craft, the Saying Thanks card kit is for everyone for expressing gratitude in a heartfelt way.
In our fast-paced lives, it's important to pause and appreciate the people who make our days brighter. Whether it's a family member, friend, or colleague, expressing gratitude is a powerful way to strengthen relationships and spread positivity. And what better way to convey your thanks than with the Saying Thanks Kit from Stampin' Up! This all-inclusive kit provides everything you need to create beautiful, heartfelt cards that will leave a lasting impression.
The Saying Thanks Kit is designed to make expressing gratitude a breeze. With its vibrant colors and thoughtful design elements, this kit allows you to create nine stunning cards in no time. Each card features a bright watercolor wash that adds a pop of color and captures the eye. The kit also includes die-cut elements that can be used to create peek-through cards, adding an extra touch of creativity to your expressions of gratitude.
Gratitude is contagious, and the Saying Thanks Kit empowers you to spread joy by acknowledging the people who make a difference in your life. Taking a moment to express gratitude can brighten someone's day and strengthen the bonds you share. Let the Saying Thanks Kit be your creative tool to convey heartfelt appreciation and make a positive impact in the lives of others.
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In a world that often moves too fast, taking the time to express gratitude is a meaningful gesture. The Saying Thanks Kit from Stampin' Up! simplifies the process of creating beautiful, heartfelt cards to show appreciation. With its vibrant colors, thoughtful design elements, and easy assembly, this kit makes expressing gratitude a joyous and fulfilling experience. So, let's embrace the power of gratitude and use the Saying Thanks Kit to spread appreciation, love, and joy to those who make our days brighter.
If you're new to cardmaking, it can be overwhelming to know where to start and what tools to invest in. Fortunately, there are a few essential tools that every beginner cardmaker should have in their toolkit. Here are the must-have tools for beginning cardmakers, all of which can be found from Stampin' Up!:
Paper trimmer: A good paper trimmer is essential for cutting cardstock and patterned paper to the right size for your cards. The Stampin' Up! Paper Trimmer is a high-quality option that makes it easy to get straight and precise cuts every time.
Liquid adhesive: A strong and reliable liquid adhesive is a must-have for cardmaking. Stampin' Up! offers several types of adhesives, including the Multipurpose Liquid Glue, which is versatile and easy to use.
Scissors: A pair of sharp scissors is a necessity for fussy cutting and trimming. The Stampin' Up! Paper Snips are specially designed for paper crafting and make it easy to get into tight spaces.
Rubber stamps: Rubber stamps are a staple of cardmaking and allow you to create custom designs for your cards. Stampin' Up! offers a wide variety of rubber stamps in various themes and styles, so you're sure to find something that suits your needs.
Ink pads: You'll need a selection of ink pads in different colors to stamp your designs onto cardstock. The Stampin' Up! Classic Stampin' Pads are available in dozens of colors and are specially formulated to give crisp and clean stamped images.
Cardstock: Finally, you'll need a supply of high-quality cardstock in various colors to create the base of your cards. Stampin' Up! offers a variety of cardstock options, including the thick and sturdy Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276].
Investing in these essential tools from Stampin' Up! will set you up for success as a beginner cardmaker. As you become more experienced, you can add additional tools and supplies to your collection, but these six items will get you started on the right foot. Happy crafting!
Everyone has their own unique story of how they got started with stamping. Today, I want to share my own journey and how I discovered the joy of stamping and memory-keeping.
Back when our girls were in high school, they were involved in numerous extracurricular activities, which meant we had a ton of photos to cherish. Alongside their school activities, they were also passionate about dance classes, resulting in even more precious memories captured through photographs.
Realizing I had all these wonderful moments captured on film, I decided it was time to do something with them. Although I had dabbled in scrapbooking as a young girl, it had been years since I engaged in any serious memory-keeping.
In the spring of 2006, my daughter invited me to a rubber stamping party hosted by her friend. I had never heard of Stampin' Up! before, and I must admit, I was a bit skeptical about the whole idea of rubber stamps. Little did I know that this event would completely change my perspective.
As soon as I inked up that first stamp and pressed it onto the paper, I was hooked. We created a cute card, and I instantly recognized the creativity and versatility of stamping. I realized that cards would always come in handy, and I wanted to explore this newfound passion further. My daughter and I decided to place an order together so we could share our new "stash" of stamping supplies.
But it didn't stop there. A short time later, the same demonstrator who hosted the party reached out to me and informed me about the Starter Kit, an opportunity to get even more stamping goodies. Intrigued by the idea, I didn't hesitate to invest in the kit. I was eager to expand my collection and explore new creative possibilities. The demonstrator also mentioned that becoming a demonstrator myself was an option, though I initially had no plans to demonstrate anything.
When I received my Starter Kit, I was filled with excitement. I couldn't wait to incorporate stamps into my scrapbooking projects and create beautiful cards. Then, one day, my demonstrator friend asked me to conduct a "party" on her behalf. Initially hesitant, I eventually agreed, and that experience sparked a deep love and passion for sharing the art of stamping with others.
Now, almost 17 years later, I continue to share my passion for stamping. It's incredible how one invitation to a rubber stamping party completely transformed my perspective and opened up a world of creativity and connection. I genuinely love what I do and the joy it brings to others.
I would love to hear your own "Why I Started Stamping" story. Feel free to share in the comment section below or reach out to me via email. Let's celebrate our stamping journeys together!
Today's card project features the simple technique with patterned paper from this week's premiere video.
I love the ladybug with the black and white background from the Zoo Crew 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161304] collection. The pop of red is the perfect accent.
The photo below shows the inside of the card. Using a scrap strip of patterned paper adds just the right touch of continuity from the card front.
Here are the details with dimensions so that you can create this card.
Lisa's Inklings:
Here are the supplies used to create this project...
Now it's your turn to create this easy technique with patterned paper. Get your supplies and start your project!
In this week's premiere video, this simple technique with patterned paper was the star! It is a very easy technique and an awesome way to use your patterned paper scraps. Also featured is one of my favorite stamp sets in the new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog, Courage & Faith.
Share your faith and bring encouragement to others with the Courage & Faith Stamp Set. This versatile set is perfect for creating cards, bookmarks, and more with its meaningful scripture references and beautiful designs. Use the included floral branch stamps or circle designs in this set to create perfect borders or centerpieces for your paper crafting projects. Here's another beautiful card from yesterday's post with this stamp set.
You can watch the recording of the video. Watch then get ready to create some stunning backgrounds with this paper strip technique.
Lisa's Inklings:
Here are the supplies used for this card...
Ready to give this simple technique with patterned paper a try? We'd love to see your work in our Facebook Group, Ink and Inspirations Stampers, so join us there!
Featured this week on Ink and Inspirations is the beautiful Courage & Faith stamp set from the new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.
I was so pleased to see this set with Scripture verses...it was at the top of my list. Here's another beautiful sample created by a Stampin' Up! concept artist.
This is a simple cardmaking design and only requires stamps, ink, paper, and a touch of ribbon.
Here's a look at the inside. I had a scrap strip of the Wild Wheat cardstock so I stamped on it switching the orientation of the stamp each time.
Be sure to join us for a video Premiere on Facebook or YouTube, tomorrow-Thursday, May 18th, and you'll see an easy technique with patterned paper strips!
Let's start the week with this wedding card (or card for any celebration) using a touch of gold with vanilla. Featured here is one of our carry-over sets, the Color & Contour Photopolymer Stamp Set [154994].
Here's the tutorial so you can re-create it!
Supplies:
Measurements:
Card Base: Very Vanilla Thick – 1 pc. 4 1/4 x 11. Score at 5 1/2.
Cardstock #2: Very Vanilla – 4 x 5 1/4 for embossed layer, 3 x 5 for die cutting scalloped rectangle, and 4 x 4 to punch ovals.
Ribbon: (2) 5 1/2 - 6 inches
Instructions:
Although this card was created with a wedding couple in mind, this style is appropriate for a birthday, graduation, retirement, anniversary or any celebratory occasion. If you were to make this wedding card, would you vanilla as I did here or create it in white? Would you use gold or silver? Let me know what you would use for a wedding card in the comments below!
Today's card project looks like a tag but it's a fun fold card called the Tag Fold. With the right tools, it's super easy and really fun to make!
This card was the feature in this week's LIVE video on Facebook and YouTube. Highlighted here is the new Circle Sayings Bundle (English) [161355] that should be in every card maker's stash of supplies. I mean, who doesn't love a good circle punch! However, the "star" punch is the Best Trio Punch.
Here's the recording of the video so you can see the how-to...
Lisa's Inklings:
Here are the supplies used for this tag fold card:
We would love to see your version of this tag fold card! Snap a photo of your project and share it over in our Ink and Inspirations Stampers Group on Facebook!
Say hello to mountain landscapes and the new In Colors! This month’s kit features nine outdoors-themed cards in our new 2023–2025 In Colors plus exclusive FREE stickers. This is the last day to subscribe to get this special kit!
This kit features outdoors-themed cards in our new 2023–2025 In Colors. It’s an easy way to try these new colors. We know you're going to love these. These new colors work so well together!
This kit includes a special bonus: FREE STICKERS! Look around and you’ll see stickers everywhere—on water bottles, laptops, and coolers. And, of course, on paper crafting projects! It’s an on-trend extra that you will love.
This month, we’re offering a cards & envelopes add-on to keep the crafting adventure going! We’re sure you will love creating cards with the new In Colors and outdoorsy images, so we’re giving you opportunities to create even more. This add-on includes 18 cards, 6 each of 3 designs, plus 18 coordinating envelopes. This will give you lots of supplies to stay crafty and celebrate good friends and great adventures. See this add-on kit HERE. This kit is only available while supplies last and is only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers!
Today's birthday card project is created with our featured bundle of the week, Circle Sayings, and was created by a talented card maker from our Northwest Arkansas demonstrator group. This Circle Sayings bundle is also featured in my May Card Kit.
This bundle includes stamps for several occasions and a wonderful new 2 3/8" circle punch. The color scheme was developed with the help of the beautiful Countryside Inn 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161467]in beautiful blues with white as the accent.
Here are some details to help you recreate this card...
Here are the supplies used on this birthday card.
Product List
Do you have someone in mind that would love this birthday card? Leave a comment below to be entered in a random drawing to receive a birthday card using this design! Thank you for tuning in to this see this Stampin' Up! Circle Sayings birthday card!
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If you are a card maker and looking for an idea for a Mother's Day gift or a gift for a friend, here's the answer!
This week's premiere video project is this pretty folder for holding handmade cards. This project features one of our new bundles and collections of designer series papers, Timeless Arrangements Bundle (English) [161526] and Countryside Inn 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161467].
Here is the recording of the video that aired this week...
Lisa's Inklings:
For the folder, cut card stock to 6 1/4 x 10 3/4. Score at 4 3/4 and 6.
For the inner box to hold the cards, cut card stock 5 x 8 3/8.
Score at 2" on all 4 sides. Cut and assemble as shown in the video.
For cover layers, cut 2 pieces of card stock 6 x 4 1/2.
Die cut the heart from a scrap piece of card stock.
Designer paper: 1 x 12 for the box border and 2 pieces of 5 7/8 x 4 3/8 for the front and back layers.
Here are the supplies used for this project:
Each month when you place a minimum of $50 in my Online Store using Host Code ZDDBKTDG, you’ll receive a card kit from me as my Thank You Gift! You will get three card kits for you to make plus I will send you an additional extra finished card.
You can finish the cards with a simple sentiment or image.
This month, the cards feature two of the new bundles from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog... Circle Sayings and Timeless Arrangements.
Thanks for stopping by today! Now it's your turn to make one of these gift folders for your handmade cards and present one for Mother's Day or a special birthday gift.