We are offering some special "thank you" gifts with qualifying orders during the Black Friday weekend!

Last year, I made a "junk journal" with my Stampin' Up! supplies featuring the Nature's Harvest Bundle and shared it with many of you!

If you are unsure about a junk journal, it's a compilation of papers, vintage pages, ephemera, and embellishments to make a book for almost anything!

Here are some ideas:

• Mini photo album
• Memory keeping book
• Gratitude Journal
• Recipes
• Scripture journal
• Bible Study notes
• Book of prayers or prayer intentions
• Travel Journal

A Junk Journal can be anything you want it to be and these are so much fun to make!  

I have only seven (7) kits remaining and I am offering these to the first 7 of you who place an order of $75 or more before shipping and tax from Friday, November 25th through Monday, November 28th, from my Stampin' Up! Online Store! 

You will also receive the link to the Online Class Page with the class video and details for this project! 
(Class and kit --->$67 Value!)***

• The kit will contain the cut card stock, designer paper, die cuts, embellishments, punched pieces, and vintage pages for you to create the journal. 
   
• You will receive the link to the Online Journal Class page with the video and details for this project.
  
  
• You will need a stamp set, inks, adhesives, a stapler, and your basic tools to complete the journal.
   
•  It features the Nature's Harvest Bundle so if you do not have it, add that to your list!
  
  Other Gifts with Orders November 25th-28th:
  
  
• Any order will receive 10 beautiful Christmas Card ideas in a Tutorial Medley Bundle PDF. 
  
  
• Orders of $50 or more before shipping and tax will receive the Tutorial Medley Bundle and a pack of embellishments.
  
  
• ***Orders of $75+ ...After the kits are gone, there will be a gift coming to you with your $75 or more qualifying order.  You will receive the link to the Junk Journal Online Class, an embellishment pack from me, and the Tutorial Medley Bundle!
  
  
  
  Get ready to shop this Black Friday through Cyber Monday (November 25th -28th) weekend for your chance at some fun "thank you" gifts!

The Seasonal Sale ends today! Through Midnight tonight,  November 18, 2022, select products from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog are on sale with the following discounts:

10% off all punches
15% off all stamps (Host stamp sets are not included in this sale)
20% off all dies
20% off all embossing folders
20% off all non-specialty Designer Series Paper

With the season of giving upon us, this is a great opportunity to buy gifts for your fellow crafting enthusiasts or to stock up on supplies for all your upcoming handmade projects. This sale ENDS tonight! Don’t miss out!

Click here to SHOP the Seasonal Sale!

This evening, we will be making a simple pocket card for Christmas!  These are great for gift cards, wallet size photos or cash! Watch the video premiere tonight to see the how-to.

We are on our way to Texas today but we should be at our daughter's home in time for me to chat with you during the Premiere. 

Today is the start of the Stampin' Up! Seasonal Sale and you can also earn some FREE project kits that will be featured on my LIVE today!

When you place an order of $35 or more before shipping and tax from my Online Store using  Host Code: GM3YYHH4,you will receive the three kits to create these projects featuring the Leaves of Holly Bundle featured in today's Facebook and YouTube LIVE!  

You must place your order by Midnight, Central Time, on Friday, November 18th to receive the project kits.

Details:

        Host Code: GM3YYHH4

• FREE Project Kits with a minimum Stampin’ Up order –  Minimum order of $35 using the host code ($35 before tax and shipping).
• Dates: November 15th – 18th, 2022
• Project Kits include the supplies to complete each project. (Two cards and envelopes, one gift card holder)
• Die cutting is done.
• The ribbon is included but embellishments are not.
• Stamped images are not included per Stampin' Up! policy.

You will need the Leaves of Holly Bundle, inks, adhesives, basic tools, and gems to complete these projects.

Shop the Stampin' Up! Seasonal Sale and receive FREE project kits with your qualifying order!

The Blessing Box has become a tradition for me to share with you and here's the 2022 version created with the Stampin' Up! Gathered Wheat.

The idea behind the Blessing Box came to me when many would often tell me how much it meant to receive a card from me.  And, when my brother told me he'd kept every card I'd ever made for him.  It made me think about those who never receive a little "paper hug" in the mail.  How could that be changed even if only for just a few?

And, so, the Blessing Box was created.  A little box that holds 3 x 3 or smaller cards with a kind phrase, a verse from God's Word, or an uplifting message...just a random act of kindness.  There is no signature, no credit; just sharing in hopes that it will be a blessing in someone's day.

Below is the video featuring this year's Blessing Box. Here's hoping you are inspired to create one of your own.

Lisa's Inklings:
For Box:

• Cut Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676] card stock to 5 x 8 1/4. Score on the long side at 1 5/8, 2 1/2, 5 3/4, and 6 5/8. Turn and score on the short side at 7/8 and 4 1/8.
• Cut Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper [159633] to 1 3/8 x 3.
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [163103]: 3 x 3 to die cut
• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]: 1 x 6 for the border.

For Cards:

• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]: (2) 2 3/4 x 5 1/2  and scrap for die cuts.
• Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676]: (2) 2 3/4 x 5 1/2  and scrap for die cuts.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: (4) 2 1/2 x 2 1/2

In case you missed it in the video, here's a tip: Color white or light-colored ribbon with Stampin' Blends Alcohol Markers to get the coordinating color for your projects.

Here is the list of supplies used for this Blessing Box.

• Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843]
• Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119684]
• Rustic Harvest 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [159633]
• Brushed Metallic 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Cardstock [163103]
• Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111]
• Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [147085]
• Cajun Craze Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154879]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326]
• Linen Thread [104199]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Simply Scored [122334]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

Thank you for your support! Each time you place an order through my online store,  it supports my business and allows me to continue sharing!  I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

Now that you have the know-how, make your own blessing box like this one made with Stampin' Up! Gathered Wheat and make a difference!

This evening, we will be creating my 2022 Blessing Box featuring the Gathered Wheat Bundle.  We have made a version of this blessing box for several years and I hope you will create one this year! Watch the video premiere tonight to hear the story behind this project. 

Mr. Brown and I will be in Branson this evening so one of my team members, Kristen Martin, will be with you in the chat.  Please tell her hello and be sure to leave a comment. ;)

Today's project is a bay window fun fold created with the Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843] that was featured during this week's LIVE video over on my Facebook business page and also on YouTube. 

This bay window fold is really easy to do. The biggest challenge can be the cutting and the scoring details but don't let that scare you. Just measure twice before you cut or you score. This card will be well worth the extra time and effort that you put into it.

The Gathered Wheat Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog has some beautiful gratitude sentiments. The fonts are also very pretty.  I think you would really enjoy using this during this season of thanksgiving.

Take a look at the video below. I've taken the liberty of starting it at the point where the demonstration of this card begins. Enjoy and then read on for a few details.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card base is cut 4 1/4 x 11 and scored at 3/8, 1 7/8, 3 5/8, 5 1/8,  and 5 1/2.
• Designer paper is cut 4 1/8 x 6 and scored at 1 3/8, 1 5/8, 1 3/8, 1/4, and 1 3/8.
• Use scraps of other papers to stamp and/or die-cut. For specifics, refer to the video.

The simple wheat design is enhanced with two colors of ink...Crumb Cake and Crushed Curry.

• Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Festive Foils 12" X 12"  Specialty Designer Series Paper [159536]
• Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [147116]
• Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad [147087]
• Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Gold Adhesive Backed Swirls [161822]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995]

It's your turn to try this fun fold with the Gathered Wheat Bundle so create your own and post it over in the comments under this card on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook.

Christmas Card Online Class Series #4 

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY!
 

Place your qualifying order by the end of the day today, November 8th!


This class for November features pretty and classic designs with the Peace to You stamp set from the Mini Catalog.

For your qualifying order, you may order whatever you'd like but to complete these cards as in the class you will need this beautiful stamp set!  You can adapt the designs to create these cards as you wish.  
Here’s the next step…

* Order a Minimum of $35 before shipping and handling to receive three card kits and the video tutorials.

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*Order $50+ before shipping and tax to receive the three card kits PLUS a BONUS kit with video tutorials and an embellishment pack!

*Use Host Code GM3YYHH4

* I will email you within 24 hours acknowledging your order.

* Class packets are due to ship to you on November 15th**. You will also receive the link to the class page via email that week.   (**You will be notified of any date changes.) 


Place your order today!
 
This stamp set is beautiful to convey the true meaning of Christmas and this class has been requested!  These are simple yet classic designs that will be easy for you to duplicate. I can't wait to share it with you!
 
Click here to order!
 
NEW! Option #3
I am excited to announce the Online Only Version of this class!

Purchase the online class only which includes:
* Instructional videos for each card on a private class page.
 
* Measurements for the cards listed below each video.
 
* PDFs are NOT included with my Online Classes.
 
* Make and Take Packets are NOT included with the Online Only Version of these Classes.

Cost: $25 USD payment via PayPal due by November 15, 2022.


If you wish to purchase the Online Version Only, email me at lisa@inkandinspirations.com and I will send you the invoice for the class.
 
Questions? Email me!  lisa@inkandinspirations.com

Let's get our holiday cards ready with the 2022 Christmas Online Class Series from Lisa Brown, Ink and Inspirations.

Today's project is another 2022 Stampin' Up! Christmas Card idea using the newFramed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]. These are non-traditional colors for the holidays taking the cur from the Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper [161814]. If you’re looking for a paper that transcends and extends the festive paper crafting season,then you’ll love the Fitting Florets 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper! This botanic beauty has touches of the Christmas season—mistletoe sprigs, gorgeous gingham, red berries—but also all-occasion florals and petite patterns. Plus, this color scheme is one you can use for a sophisticated twist on Christmas gift tags, or for birthdays and special occasions all year long. Whether you’re fussy cutting floral designs or creating beautiful card fronts, this is a paper you can use no matter the season!

This card is a great little fun fold card with a belly band.  You can see the how-to video HERE.

Here's a peek at the inside with the Christmas greeting.  The Night of Navy is a pretty contrast to the Polished Pink.  These

Here are the supplies used to create this project:

• Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]
• Framed & Festive Cling Stamp Set (English) [160888]
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]
• Night Of Navy Cardstock [100867]
• Balmy Blue Cardstock [146982]
• Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper [161814]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110]
• Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155520]
• Soft Succulent Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155521]
• Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154830]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Gold Adhesive Backed Swirls [161822]

The Framed Florets Bundle comes with everything you need to create handcrafted cards with detailed, elegant frames! Just die-cut the frame and the elegant stamped floral images. Finish off with a heartfelt sentiment and some color and you have a card they’re sure to love!

Try this fun fold Christmas card for 2022 with the products from the Fitting Florets Collection from Stampin' Up!

You know how we love sharing gift ideas here on Ink and Inspirations and here's another one dressed up with the Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407] that was released this week from Stampin' Up!

This time, we are creating a tag that you can use as a card front or embellish a simple gift. This little package was purchased for this project specifically in mind for the Thanksgiving season here in the United States. When you add a fancy tag, much like this one,  just a simple package of dinner napkins that can be used during the holidays becomes something special. It really makes for a pretty presentation.

Doing this also eliminates the need for gift wrap and is just very welcomed by those who receive it as it's such a functional gift.  This project was featured on my YouTube premiere this week, so I wanted to share it here in case you missed it. Let's take a look at the video tutorial.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Soft Succulent Cardstock [155776] is cut 3 3/4 x 4 1/2 for the heart oval.
• So Saffron Cardstock [105118] is cut 3 1/2 x 4 for the etched oval frame.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276] is cut 3 1/2 x 4 for another etched oval and the inside oval was used instead of the frame.  Save it for another project.
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524] was cut 2 x 6 to die-cut the leaflets.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: 1 x 4 to die cut small leaves.

As mentioned in the video, these two gift packs are going to our granddaughter's teachers.  As a former public school teacher, I would have loved a little gift such as this one. These new products from the Fitting Florets Collection are beautiful. Here is another idea HERE.

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used for this project.  When you order from me, it allows me to continue to share here on the blog and social media.  Thank you in advance!

• Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155776]
• So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [105118]
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad [155778]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Festive Pearls [159963]
• Soft Succulent 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon [155780]

Let me know if you make a gift tag such as this one and how you plan to use it in the comments below.  Thanks for stopping by today for this gift tag idea with Stampin' Up! Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407].

This evening, we will be creating another pretty project featuring the new Framed Florets Bundle.  This project can be used as a gift tag or a card front. 

Stampin' Up! has just released a new collection which is actually a sneak peek from the January to June 2023 Mini Catalog and it is called the Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129].

This collection contains a bundle that will be featured in the new catalog and, in addition, to go along with the holiday season, Stampin' Up! is offering some limited-time products that you can use for your holiday crafting!  Included are some really pretty gold embellishments,  a beautiful collection of Designer Series papers, and a stamp set with Christmas sentiments that are great for Christmas cards, Christmas tags, and all of your holiday decor.

Pictured above is a card that was created on a recent live video on Facebook and YouTube. It's a birthday card that utilizes the Framed Florets bundle and the Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper [161814]. The set of dies included in this bundle is just beautiful. They contain three oval shapes that you can mix and match for your projects.

Let's take a look at the recording of the video below.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card Base is 5 1/2 x 8 1/2, folded in half at 4 1/4 then the front folded back in half at 2 1/8.
• Add on card front is 4 1/4 x 5 1/2.
• Basic White: (2) 4 x 5 1/4. One for inside, the other for stamping and die cutting.

Lots of lovely flowers on this birthday card.  It's so awesome that some of the dies cut images from that beautiful designer paper!

Here are the supplies used on this project:

• Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129]
• Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]
• Framed & Festive Cling Stamp Set (English) [160888]
• Fitting Florets 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161814]
• Gold Adhesive Backed Swirls [161822]
• Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146982]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Polished Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [155712]
• Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155520]
• Soft Succulent Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155521]
• Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Sponge Daubers [133773]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]

Before I close, a few reminders...

• November Host Code GM3YYHH4. Please use this host code when shopping with me.  If your order is $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use the code.  YOU will earn Stampin' Rewards for Free Product on your order!
• The 2022 Online Christmas Card Class Series #4 ordering period is NOW!  You will receive a FREE online class and make and takes with a qualifying order.  Read all about it HERE!
• YouTube Premiere with another beautiful Framed Florets project is Thursday evening, 7 PM ET, 6 PM CT, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT

Thanks for tuning in for this introduction and birthday card using the new Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129] from Stampin' Up!

Here's a quick recap of my 2022 Stampin' Up! Halloween Project Series. Follow the link below each photo to get the details and see the video!

Mini Treat or Gift Bag

Quick and Easy Halloween Pouch

Halloween Gift or Treat Bag

Halloween Gift Idea

Little Treat Bag

Halloween Treat or Gift Bag