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Thoroughly Modern Sweetness

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We will be creating some sweet cards with a modern flair this week!   Plus, I will announce the winner of last week's drawing for sharing my video!

Join us for Sunday Crafternoon, tomorrow, September 1st, on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!

 This week at our regular time!
4:00 PM Central, 3:00 PM Mountain, 2:00 PM Pacific, 5:00 PM Eastern

See you tomorrow for some crafting fun on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!


2019 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Launch!

2019-holiday-catalogIt's an exciting time and I'm here to announce my 2019 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Launch on Wednesday, September 4, 2019!

I will be posting and going LIVE throughout the day over on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!

If you are not on Facebook, I will be posting the projects here on the blog and on Instagram! If you're on Facebook, though...seriously, try to join us at some point during the day!

Holiday Catalog Launch on Facebook

Schedule for Live Broadcasts:

10:00 am Central

2:00 pm Central

4:00 pm Central

6:00 pm Central

Mark your calendars and set your alerts to join us of the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Launch and sign up to get all the latest in your inbox!

Important: Be sure you are on my mailing list so that you are the first to know about my ordering promotions for September 4th- 15th. YOU WANT to know!  Go and sign up now if you're not on the list.  My next email goes out on Tuesday the 3rd...  Sign up now!

 


Coloring with Stampin' Up! Stampin' Blends...For the Birds

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Today's cardmaking project is definitely for these birds on a branch colored with the beautiful alcohol markers from Stampin' Up!...our Stampin' Blends.

These little sweeties are from the Free As A Bird Cling Stamp Set [149468] in the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog and it's so much fun coloring these little feathered friends in different colors.

Here's the quick video that will show the coloring process.  It won't take much of your time so give it a whirl!

Lisa's Inklings:

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This type of coloring is so relaxing.  I hope you will give it a try.  If you'd like to know which colors to begin your collection, I have my suggestions HERE.

Here are the supplies used on today's cardmaking project.  You can just click the photos below to shop.   Thank you for your support and If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would be honored to serve you!

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Offers and Promotions:

Thank you for stopping by! Are you ready to start coloring with these fun and fabulous Stampin' Blends?  I sure hope so!   See you soon with more projects and exciting announcements! 

Have a great day and let your light shine!

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12 Weeks of 2019 Stampin' Up! Halloween Projects - Week 3

12-wks-halloween-3Boy, do I have a fun project for Week 3 of the 12 Weeks of Halloween!  Look at this guy!  He'll pop up when you least expect it!

This fun Halloween character is one of three from the new Boo to you stamp set that will launch and be available on September 4, 2019, along with all the other fabulous products in the new Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog!

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This is a fast motion video that would have taken way too long if left at regular speed.  If you have any questions, please let me know!

Lisa's Inklings:

Here. are the Stampin' Up! Supplies needed to create this project.  Many of the items will not be available until September 4, 2019.  Thank you for your business and your support! 

Click on the photos below to order with Lisa:

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Offers and Promotions:

 

 


Ribbon, Anyone?

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By request, I am offering a 
Holiday Catalog Ribbon Share!

Here's what is included:

Garden Green 3/8″ Double Stitched Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Real Red 1″ Ruched Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Shaded Spruce/Gold 3/8″ Striped Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Real Red 1/8″ Curly Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Cherry Cobbler 3/8″ Diagonal Stripe Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Merry Christmas 1/2″ Classic Weave Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Seaside Spray 1/4″ Metallic Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards
Come to Gather Ribbon Combo Pack – 3 3/4 yards (total including thread and ribbon)
Basic Black 3/8″ Scalloped Edge Ribbon – 2 1/2 yards


Holiday Ribbon Share - 23 3/4 Yds of Ribbon - $25 includes shipping

Here's How to Reserve the 2019 Holiday Catalog Ribbon Share...

E-mail me with the following information:

  • Name
  • Shipping address and phone number
  • The email address that you use for PayPal
  • Please put 2019 Holiday Ribbon Share in the subject line
  • I will add you to the list and will email you with the link requesting payment on or after August 28, 2019.
  • Payments are due by Sept. 3, 2019.

COST: 


  • $25 for 23 3/4 yds of Ribbon from the Holiday Catalog as listed above.

  • Payment via PayPal.
  • Email request will be from Lisa Brown.  (No e-checks or checks accepted.)
  • Only U.S. Addresses

Ribbon Share Schedule:

  • August 28, 2019- Lisa will email you with a request for payment for your paper share.
  • September 3, 2019 - Deadline to reserve your share and pay.
  • September 4, 2019 - Lisa will order all the ribbon from Stampin' Up!
  • Once we receive the ribbon, my assistant (Jackie) and I will cut, label, package, and ship it to you. I will contact you if there are backorders.
  • The ribbons will be individually labeled and packaged in zip lock bags.



These ribbons are beautiful and will be a wonderful addition to your holiday crafting! 

Reserve your ribbon share...e-mail me with your information listed above today!


Sending Good Vibes...Cards with Healing Hugs

We created some cards to send good vibes with the Stampin' Up! Healing Hugs Cling-Mount Stamp Set [148223] on yesterday's Facebook LIVE.

There is always need for get well cards and this stamp set can work for a variety of styles in that category.

Here's the edited recording of the LIVE video.  We will take a look at each of the cards afterward! Jackie decided to show one of his creations at the start of the video.  I think you'll love it!

 

Here is the first card from the video in a vintage style.

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Lisa's Inklings:

  • Soft Suede card stock is cut: 4-1/4" x 11" for base, 4" x 5-1/4", and about 4" x 5" for stamping and punching.
  • Vellum is cut: 3" x 4" for layer and about 2"x 4" for stamping and punching.
  • Mossy Meadow is cut 3-1/4" x 4-1/4".
  • Pressed Petals Specialty Paper: 3" x 4" of newsprint and about 2" x 4" of music notes for punching.

Here are the supplies need to make this vintage style card.  Just click on the links to shop.  Thank you for your support and your business!

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The second card had more of a feminine feel. 

Healing-hugs-bird-balladLisa's Inklings:

  • The Bird Ballad Laser-cut bases are ready to go for this creation!
  • For the background, Calypso Coral is cut 5-5/16 x 4-1/8.
  • Soft Sea Foam is 3/4" x 3" for the sentiment.
  • You will need about a one-half sheet of Very Vanilla.  Cut one piece 4 x 5-1/4 for inside of the card and use the rest for stamping and fussy cutting.

Here are the supplies for the laser-cut card:

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Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad
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Ordering Special:

Use the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ

Place an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax (with the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ in my Online Store by August 29, 2019 and:

  • Receive the beautiful 2019-2020 In Color Faceted Dots from the Annual Catalog!

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Order now and get ready to start your stack of get well cards and send good vibes with the Healing Hugs stamp set!


Stars Stamper Spotlight: Linda Bittinger

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Today we are featuring this adorable card created by one of my new Stars Team Members, Linda Bittinger.  Taking the spotlight is the Back On Your Feet Cling Stamp Set [149385] from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.  Isn't that knotted twine perfect as an embellishment?  Spot on, Linda!

Look at these super cute images in this set!

Below are some project details:

Here's the inside of the card...

Linda-bittinger-spotlightGreat job, Linda!  Thank you for sharing your work!

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used to create this card.  Just click on the links to shop.  Thank you for your support of my business!

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Shop now to get the Back On Your Feet Cling Stamp Set [149385] in the Online Store and create your own fun cards to brighten someone's day!


Sending Good Vibes!

 

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We will be creating cards with good vibes this week!   Plus, I will announce the winner of last week's drawing for sharing my video!

Join us for Sunday Crafternoon, on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!

 This week at our regular time!
4:00 PM Central, 3:00 PM Mountain, 2:00 PM Pacific, 5:00 PM Eastern

Ordering Special:

Use Host Code: YHNXCYKQ

Place an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax (with the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ in my Online Store and:

  • Receive the beautiful 2019-2020 In Color Faceted Dots from the Annual Catalog!

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Join us on Sunday afternoon and let's share some good vibes!

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Rustic Retreat Masculine Birthday Card

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Today's project is a manly card made with one of my favorites from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog (that's the big one!), Rustic Retreat Cling Stamp Set [150285].  This beautiful deer is easy to color and we are switching it up a bit by stamping and coloring on Crumb Cake cardstock.

If you are usually scrambling to make a birthday card for a guy, you'll want to keep this idea and make a stack of these while you are at it! 

Here's today's video tutorial for this masculine card idea.

 

Lisa's Inklings:

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used in today's video.  You can purchase by clicking on the links below. Thank you so much for your support and your business!

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Try this card substituting Mossy Meadow for Pretty Peacock.   That would be a rich look, too!

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Shop now so you can make masculine card idea with the Rustic Retreat Cling Stamp Set [150285]....have a great day!

 


12 Weeks of 2019 Stampin' Up! Halloween Projects - Week 2

2019-stampin-up0-halloween-2Here's Week 2 of 2019 Stampin' Up! Halloween projects with a cute little bag that holds some orange Tic Tac gum.  You are also getting a sneak peek of some brand new product from the 2019 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog!  Get your wish lists ready!

Let's take a look at this week's project...

 

Lisa's Inklings:

  • Cut designer series paper to 6" x 6". 
  • To score: Put what will be the top of the bag at the top of the scoring tool.  Score at 1", 2-3/4", 3-3/4", 5-1/2".
  • Turn what will be the top of the bag to the right. Score at 1", 4-1/2", and 5-1/2".
  • Clip and trim as seen in the video.

Seen in this video are products from the Spooktacular Bash suite. 

Spooktacular Bash Bundle

Monster Mash Designer Series Paper

Spooktacular Enamel Shapes

Black Scalloped Ribbon

Here are the supplies that are available now!

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I am having so much fun creating for you with these fun new products!  I can't wait for you to get your hands on them!

Specials and Promotions:

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Thanks for tuning in for Week 2 of the 12 Weeks of Stampin' Up! Halloween projects and I'll see you in the next post!

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A Christmas Truck and a Stamparatus Trick

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Today we are going to be "building" this little red truck in the first video and a putting some finishing Christmas touches in the second and sharing a Stamparatus [146276] trick.

If you watched my last video, you already know that I've been showing off the Ride With Me Bundle [151106] And, if you've watched that video, you will also know that I promised you another video with a surprise guest!  

So without further ado, introducing my biggest fan and supporter...

 

This second video contains the Stamparatus trick that helped to finish out the truck with a Christmas theme.

 

Lisa's Inklings:

Here are the Stampin' Up! Supplies used to create this project.

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Ordering Special:

Use the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ

Place an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax (with the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ in my Online Store and:

  • Receive the beautiful 2019-2020 In Color Faceted Dots from the Annual Catalog!

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Get your Stampin' Up! Ride With Me Bundle [151106] today and you'll be making great cards and trucks to surprise and delight your family and friends!


Birthday Card and Coordinating Gift Bag with Stampin' Up! Ride with Me

Birthday-card-gift-bagWe took a fun "ride" yesterday afternoon on Facebook Live with the Stampin' Up! Ride With Me Bundle [151106].

This great bundle and it's versatile, too!  It's not only great for birthdays but also fall-themed and Christmas cards!  Here's a Christmas card sample from my Christmas in July series.

Birthday-card-ride-with-meThe birthday card above was simply stamped and colored with Stampin' Blends. You'll have to watch the video to see my reason for choosing this particular color.

Gift-bag-ride-with-meThe gift bag above shows an alternative use of the truck die and was inspired by a project in the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.

In the Facebook Live recording below, I mention a special guest that teams up with me in a recorded video of the making the 3D truck.  You will have to tune back in tomorrow to see that! 

Here's the recording for these two projects.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

 

Lisa's Inklings:

The card...

The bag...

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used for both of these projects:

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Ordering Special:

Use the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ

Place an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax (with the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ in my Online Store and:

  • Receive the beautiful 2019-2020 In Color Faceted Dots from the Annual Catalog!

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Shop now so you can make these fun projects with the Ride with Me Bundle.

Shop now and tune back in tomorrow for another video with the Ride with Me Bundle featuring a special guest!


Let's Go for a Sunday "Ride"!

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We're going for a ride!

Join us for Sunday Crafternoon, on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!

Earlier time this week!
2:00 PM Central, 1:00 PM Mountain, 12:00 PM Pacific, 3:00 PM Eastern

Ordering Special:

Use Host Code: YHNXCYKQ

Place an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax (with the Host Code: YHNXCYKQ in my Online Store and:

  • Receive the beautiful 2019-2020 In Color Faceted Dots from the Annual Catalog!

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Join us on Sunday afternoon and let's go for a ride!

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12 Weeks of 2019 Stampin' Up! Halloween Projects - Week 1

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 Let's start of the 12 Weeks of Halloween Projects for 2019 with this home décor banner made with Stampin' Up! supplies!

I love using this simple style banner for Halloween but I have made kinds of styles!  Here is a look at two from past years HERE and HERE!

This one comes to you early in the season so you can have it ready when it's time to decorate.

Let's take a look at the first in a series of Halloween projects for 2019.

Lisa's Inklings:

  • Banner pieces are cut from Crumb cs and measure 4" x 5-1/2".  The banner end is hand-cut with Paper Snips as seen in the video.  You'll need about 1/2 sheet of cc to die cut the letters.
  • Cajun Craze cs is cut 1" x 4" for strips along the top of the banner.  You'll need about 1/2 sheet of Cc to punch the Starbursts.
  • You'll need about 1/2 sheet of Bb to punch the 2" circles.

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used for this project. Just click the links to read more or to shop.

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You will also need a die cutting machine, hole punch, ruler, and paper trimmer.

Don't forget adhesive! Try our tape runner style, Snail Adhesive [104332] with Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] or our Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755].

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Decorative banners always make a fun statement in Halloween decor.  If you've never made one, try this idea! You will add your own touch to your Halloween decorating!

Shopping List:

Thanks for tuning in for Week 1 of the 12 Weeks of Stampin' Up! Halloween projects and I'll see you in the next post!

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