Today's project and video tutorial is the how-to for making a fun fold card using the Dragonfly Garden Bundle (English) [156224] from Stampin' Up!

This has been a very popular stamp set and the coordinating paper is wonderful but at the time of this writing, is in very low inventory status.  So, if you love it, check now (Dandy Garden 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [154297]) to see if it's still available!

This particular card design was my "mystery stamping event" for our April Stars Team virtual gathering.  Since our team is scattered across the country, we love gathering virtually on Zoom to stamp together.  You are getting to see the finished project first but the Stars had no idea what the finished card would look like.  All that was presented to them prior to the "gathering" was the recipe with cutting and scoring directions. Everyone used their own supplies. Two shared photos of their projects. Take a look at Kristen's and Carol's cards!

Now that you've seen these samples, you must be anxious to make your own!  Here is the video!

Lisa's Inklings:
1.Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock [153077]: 4-1/4 x 5-1/2, 2-3/4 x 6 (scored at 5-1/4)
2.Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]: 4 x 5-1/4 , scrap for die cut
3.Dandy Garden 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [154297]: 2-1/2 x 6 (scored at 5-1/4) and punched dragonfly.

Here's the inside of the card.  The message can be written behind the card front strip so as not to be visible when the card is opened.

What most of us like about fun fold cards like this one with Dragonfly Garden is the added interest and uniqueness.  It's a great alternative to a regular book-fold or tent-fold card.

Here are all of the supplies used on today's project.

Product List

156224

153077

159276

154297

147111

152392

102300

103579

151690

149653

149699

104430

154298

Thanks for tuning in for today's fun fold card video with Dragonfly Garden and until next time, send a card and let your light shine! Mt 5:16

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It's celebration time as one of my Stampin' Up! Stars Team Members has promoted to Bronze Elite!

Based on the orders she has placed, Carol Peterson now holds the Bronze Elite title and I recently sent her a little gift!

Carol is a hobby demonstrator on my team and makes some beautiful cards to send to her family and friends. 

Carol and I met online as she was a frequent visitor to my LIVE videos on Facebook.  It was a blessing when she decided to purchase the Starter Kit through me and join my team.  We have gotten to know each other better through our virtual team meetings and crafting sessions and have lots of fun visiting, talking about our families, sharing book ideas, and of course, stamping and crafting ideas!

If you'd ever like to join our community, we'd welcome you with open arms!  You can read more about it here.

Thanks for tuning in as we celebrate Stars Team Member, Carol Peterson, Bronze Elite.

Let's make a gift card holder for a 2021 Graduate! This one features the soon-to-be-gone Beautiful World Bundle (English) [154091] from Stampin' Up!

Yes, that's right.  This Beautiful World Bundle (English) [154091] is on the Last Chance List from Stampin' Up! 

The World Of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper [152491] is on the list and one of my favorites. (It's on sale...$9.00!)

The Brass Foil Sheets [153057] that coordinate perfectly are also on the way out and bargained price at $4!  Run...don't walk...and grab these while still available...while supply lasts! 

This 2021 graduate gift card holder was created on Craft & Chat Live with Lisa on Facebook (April 14, 2021.)  The somewhat edited recorded version is below with lots of chatter from me as I interact with my viewers.  Here's hoping you find it fun while seeing the process of putting the card together!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Early Espresso Cardstock [119686] cuts: 4-1/4 x 5, 5-3/4 x 5-1/4 (Score at 3-3/4 on the longer side.), plus a scrap piece to die cut the circle.
• World Of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper [152491]: Grid pattern- 4-1/4 x 5-1/2, globe pattern- 3-1/2 x 5 and 1-3/4 x 5, script 3-1/2 x 1 and 2 x 5.
• Brass Foil Sheets [153057] is cut 3 x 3 to die cut the globe.

These products are wonderful for creating cards for anyone.  Here's another card created with this bundle with a heartfelt sentiment.

Product List

Beautiful World Bundle (English)

[154091]

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

World Of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper

[152491]

Brass Foil Sheets

[153057]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Antiqued Corners & Slides

[152471]

Early Espresso 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Faux Suede Trim

[152472]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[138995]

Now that you've seen these products in action, hop over to the Online Store so you do not miss out!  Thank you for tuning in for this 2021 graduate gift card holder and until we meet again, let your light shine! Mt 5:16

Craft & Chat Live with Lisa on Facebook will take place on Wednesday (today) at 10:00 AM Central Time (11:00 AM Eastern, 9:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM PT). I will be going LIVE on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You will see a cardmaking project made with some of my favorite products that are retiring. Want to take a guess what those might be?

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 10:00 AM Central.  When you check-in at that time and do not see the LIVE video in progress, please refresh your page.

See you later today!  Join us!

Who doesn't love paper crafting supplies discounts?  Stampin' Up! has just "refreshed" (#added more items) to the Clearance Rack in the Online Store!

Be sure to check it out ASAP!  Supplies are limited, and with discounts up to 60%, products will go quickly.

Let's start off Monday with a handmade "Thank You Gift Tag"!  These tags were made to attach to little gifts to those who placed a qualifying order with me or through my Stampin' Up! Online Store in March 2021. 

Featured here are two of my favorites from the Stampin' Up! Last Chance list... the So Sentimental Cling Stamp Set (English) [151691] and Forever Greenery DSP.  This stamp set was designed specifically to "fit" the Stitched So Sweetly Dies [151690] which are not retiring (thank goodness!) and will be carried over into the new Stampin' Up! Catalog.

Here are the dies with the set (So Sentimental Bundle (English) [153828]) so you can see how well these coordinate...

To create the cut flagged end of the thank you gift tag, the Banner Triple Punch [138292] was used.  This item is retiring soon and is currently offered at a great discount!  You can easily make banner pieces in three widths: 1", 1-1/2", and 2".

If you'd like to see two more projects made with this stamp set, be sure to take a look at this card and this gift bag!

Here's a stack of these gifts with the handmade thank you gift tags!

These tags can easily be removed and used as a tag on a card front.  How about that...two gifts in one!

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Thanks for stopping by today!  I hope you've been inspired by this handmade thank you gift tag and will create some to use on gifts or cards!

On Wednesdays Facebook Live, we made this super fun fold card that was actually two cards in one!

The Dragonfly Garden is featured here and the Dandy Garden allows for lots of color combinations.  Here's another card example with this designer paper.

You'll really want to watch the video to see the process assembly of this card so let's take a look!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133675] Card Base- 5-1/2 x 10. Score at 4-1/4 and 8-1/2.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] for the small card- 3-1/2 x 7; score at 3-1/2.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] for stamping/sentiments: 4 x 5-1/4, 1-1/2 x 3/4, 1-1/2 x 3-1/4
• Dandy Garden 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [154297]: 1-1/4 x 5-1/4 (2 pieces), 4 x 5-1/4, 3-1/4 x 3-1/4, dragonfly punched from DSP
• Mossy Meadow 3/16" (4.8 Mm) Braided Linen Trim [154298]: 18"

You see now why I called this a Two in One Card, right?

Here's the inside of the outer, square card (above).

And, here's the inside of the larger card. This fun fold, two-in-one card, is really a simple design but definitely has a wow factor.

Here is the supply list for making this card:

Product List

Dragonfly Garden Bundle (English)

[156224]

Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133675]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Dandy Garden 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[154297]

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

[147092]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

Bumblebee Classic Stampin' Pad

[153116]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Ladybug Trinkets

[154299]

Mossy Meadow 3/16" (4.8 Mm) Braided Linen Trim

[154298]

Now that you've seen this video, be sure to go to Facebook and follow my page so you can see the next LIVE show! Give this fun fold, two in one card a try, and impress your friends!

Craft & Chat Live with Lisa on Facebook will take place on Wednesday (today) at 10:00 AM Central Time (11:00 AM Eastern, 9:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM PT). I will be going LIVE on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 10:00 AM Central.  When you check-in at that time and do not see the LIVE video in progress, please refresh your page.

See you later today!  Join us!

Let's kick off Tuesday with an easy technique video for handmade cards using Gilded Leafing from Stampin' Up!

The Gilded Leafing is a jar of beautiful golden flakes, lighter than a feather, that works magic on your paper crafting creations.  You've seen a demonstration and sample of this gilded leafing on another project but I have to admit that I LOVE this method and the secret to the "easy" is using our Adhesive Sheets.

Here's the video so you can see how the easy gilded leafing technique is done!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Highland Heather 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146986] Card Base is cut 4-1/4 x 11 and 4 x 5 for die-cutting.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] is cut 4 x 4 for die-cutting.
• Adhesive Sheets [152334] cut 4 x 4 for die-cutting.
• Hydrangea Hill Designer Series Paper [154570] is cut 4 x 5-1/4.

Here are the supplies used to create this card. (Isn't it so pretty?)

Product List

Peaceful Moments Cling Stamp Set (English)

[151595]

Highland Heather 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146986]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Hydrangea Hill Designer Series Paper

[154570]

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad

[147099]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Hippo & Friends Dies

[153585]

Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack

[152475]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Gilded Leafing Embellishment

[154560]

Here's the same card with a different sentiment from the Positive Thoughts Stamp Set.

Now that you've seen the video, grab some Gilded Leafing and Adhesive Sheets [152334] and create your own magically gilded card!  Thank you for stopping by today for the easy gilded leafing technique video for handmade cards.

Looking at today's project feature, I would be willing to bet that you had a close friend in mind that you would love to make and send this card for her birthday!

Wouldn't it bring a smile to her face?  I know that I have several friends and family members who would love to be called a "spring chicken". 

This adorable bundle is great for making some really fun cards.  Honestly, as a cardmaker, I rarely lean toward this type of "cutesy" stamp set but this one stole my heart and my guess is that you will love it, too!

Here is the step by step how-to:

1. Cut the Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] card base at 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” score at 4 1/4”.
2. Cut the back layer of 2020–2022 In Color 6" X 6"  Designer Series Paper [153070] at 4 1/4” x 5 1/2” glue to the base front.
3. Cut your second piece of 2020–2022 In Color 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [153070] at 3 1/4”x 5 1/2” glue to the center of the designer paper on the card front.
4. Cut another piece of Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] at 3” x 5 1/2”.
5. Next comes the stamping.  Use Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] for the images and the sentiments.
6. Stamp your happy birthday sentiment at the top and the "spring chicken" sentiment toward the bottom as shown.
7.  Stamp the chicken between the sentiments and color.
8. Stamp an extra ballon, die-cut, color, and pop up with Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] over the other balloon.
9. Color your chicken.
10. Now glue the Basic White stamped piece to the center of the card.
11. Stamp the little chick that is hatching, color, and die-cut, and pop up on the corner of the "spring chicken" sentiment.

Here's another birthday card idea with this darling bundle!

Here is a look at all of the products used for this birthday card that you can make:

Product List

Hey Birthday Chick Bundle (English)

[158631]

$43.00

2020–2022 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[153070]

$11.50

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$9.75

Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154883]

$9.00

Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154897]

$9.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$6.00

Neutrals Stampin' Write Markers

[147158]

$30.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.00

Add All to Cart

It's Tuesday and today we have an easy DIY project with the Stampin' Up! Flowering Cactus Product Medley.  

I am always on the lookout for tea towels or dish towels that coordinate well with our stamp sets and designer papers.  The cactus-themed towel used in today's project is from Dollar Tree!  Here's one from last year with an Easter theme.

The color scheme in the Flowering Cactus Product Medley is different from the bright colors on this towel.  As you'll see in the video, it was easy to coordinate other Stampin' Up! Colors to match the towel.  Watch the video to see the process of this easy DIY gift with Stampin' Up! Flowering Cactus!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut coordinating cardstock layer to 2" x 5".
• Cut designer paper to match at 1-3/4 x 4-3/4.
• You will need a piece of Basic White approximately 4" x 5" to stamp and cut your image.
• For the sentiment, a 3/4" strip of Basic White was used and cut to fit.

Here are the supplies used for this project.

Product List

Flowering Cactus Product Medley (English)

[154559]

Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146990]

Artistry Blooms Designer Series Paper

[152495]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Pacific Point Classic Stampin' Pad

[147098]

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad

[147095]

Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad

[147089]

Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[147086]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

[151326]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

You can easily create these DIY gift towels for any occasion.  Here are a few ideas:

• Teacher gifts
• New neighbor welcome
• Church or local craft fairs
• Stocking stuffers
• Or, just a "thinking of you" gift to brighten anyone's day!

Now that you've seen this video, you can be on the lookout for cute tea or kitchen towels to have on hand to make these easy DIY gift ideas that you can create with Stampin' Up! coordinating products! 

The list is out and it’s your last chance to get some of the products in the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog. To sweeten the deal, many of these products are on sale!  
Keep in mind, these are only available while supplies last!

Download the list HERE. 

You can visit the Online Store Here and see all the things along with discounted prices. 

Get your favorites before they’re gone on the Last Chance List from Stampin’ Up!

Our Monday project is this adorable birthday card with the Stampin’ Up! Hey Birthday Chick Bundle. The Snail Mail Designer Series Paper [154577] makes for a festive background and provides a great color scheme. 

Notice the repetitive stamping for the sentiment. This is an alternative method to adding the sentiment as an element on it own. The “let’s celebrate you” is stamped tone on tone in Bermuda Bay.  ( The tone on tone technique is stamping with the ink the same color the card stock. 

Here’s the how-to...

Instructions:

Cut your Bermuda Bay card stock at 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”, score at 4 1/4”.

Cut your 2020–2022 In Color 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [153070] 1-3/4 x 5-1/2  

Cut Snail Mail Designer Series Paper [154577] at 1 3/4” x 5 1/2”. Layer these and, glue down to card base.

Take the “let’s celebrate” you stamp and Bermuda Bay ink and stamp down the right side of card. 

Cut your circles from the Stitched Shapes dies with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. 

Now stamp your chicken on a separate Basic White piece and color with the Light Real Red Stampin’ Blend and Light Mango Melody Stampin Blend and the Light Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blend. You start with the real red and add just a little then blend with the mango melody and then blend mango melody with the daffodil delight to color the rest of the chicken.

Color the cupcake with the dark real red and light real red blend, then color the icing on cup cake with the blushing bride.
Color the flame on candle with real red and then blend with mango melody.

Die cut out the chicken with the coordinating die and glue down to the basic white circle, then glue to the Bermuda bay circle.

Add dimensionals and pop up on center of card.  To give it a finished look take your trim and tie a knot. Glue down with liquid glue.

Here are the supplies used for this project:

Hey Birthday Chick Bundle (English)

[158631]

2020–2022 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[153070]

Snail Mail Designer Series Paper

[154577]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131197]

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

[147096]

Blushing Bride Classic Stampin' Pad

[147100]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Real Red Combo Pack Stampin' Blends

[147935]

Mango Melody Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154888]

Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154883]

Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack

[152475]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Stitched Shapes Dies

[152323]

 

 

The Hey Birthday Chick Bundle will make some cute cards for your friends.  Here’s another birthday card idea in case you missed it.