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Easy DIY Gift Idea with Stampin' Up! Flowering Cactus

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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.

Diy-gift-idea-stampin-up-flowering-cactus-2Here are the supplies used for this project.

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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! 

 


It’s Your Last Chance!

91EDCFC5-029E-4EAF-BE14-F51E210AA549The 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!


Make A Hey Chick Birthday Card

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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...

Here’s hoping you’ve been inspired by this Hey Birthday Chick card idea and will create a fun card to share with a friend. 
 
 

Would You Like A New Stampin' Up! Catalog?

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It's almost time to place my order for the new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog!  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator to serve you, I would be honored!  Read on to see what you need to do to receive a catalog.

If you are one of my clients who has ordered $50 or more from me in the last 5 months, I will be sending you a complimentary catalog. If you do not wish to receive one, please let me know.
 
If you are in the United States and do not have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator and would like for me to serve you, please email me with your name, current address, and phone number and I will let you know how you can receive a catalog! (I will ask for $5 via PayPal to help pay for shipping your catalog.)
 
Stampin' Up! Demonstrators... please do not request a catalog.  Stampin' Up! will send you a complimentary catalog.
 
Thank you for your prompt reply!  Looking forward to sharing new products with you soon!
 

Make An Easter Card and Basket for the Little Ones {Video}

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Today's feature is an Easter card and Easter basket video so you can make these for the little ones in your life.

These Easter projects were first shown on my Facebook LIVE this past Wednesday.  I am planning to give these to our granddaughters for Easter.  The card has an easy fun fold element when you open the inside of the card. Let's take a look at the video to see the process.

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Here's a look at that interior fun fold...

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This little Easter basket and card will be perfect for our little girls.  Here's another basket design...a tad bit smaller and made from Designer paper.  You can see that this basket holds more fun trinkets and treats!

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Here are the supplies used to create both of these projects...

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Thank you for your support of my small business.  When you purchase Stampin' Up! supplies from me, it allows me to continue offering videos and project ideas for you!

Thanks for tuning in today! Now that you have all the details, create something fun to be the light to someone special.   I hope you've been inspired to make an Easter card and basket for the little ones in your life.


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Make A St. Patrick's Day Treat Box

St-patricks-day-treat-1With St. Patrick's Day coming up, it's a good time for an idea for this fun little treat box.

This is a simple one and a good size for some fun candy treats or even a gift card!  Going through my supplies, I found some stamp sets and dies that would be just right to wish someone "top of the day" on the 17th.

There are many shades of green in this Stampin' Up! color realm but this spruce matched my treats, Andes Mints, so that was the deciding factor. 

Here's the how-to video so that you can put one of these together quickly.

Lisa's Inklings:

St-patricks-day-treat-3I think this version with the sentiment from the game on stamp set is just right for my better-half! Those hearts from the kanga dies make a cute shamrock, don't you think?

St. Patrick's Day was always a fun day for me growing up.  I was eager to attend my school that day to see all the wearing of the green.  Making these little treat boxes and decorations each year brings some of those fun memories to mind.

Here's a look back at some of the fun projects for St. Patrick's Day... a Leprechaun Hat Treat Holder and a St. Patrick's Day Banner.

Below are the supplies used for the two St. Patrick's Day treat boxes seen in today's video.  If you are needing any card-making or paper crafting supplies, I would be honored to serve you!

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Hope you have been inspired to try this paper crafting project so now that you've seen the video, give it a try! Have some fun on St. Patrick's Day with these treat boxes that you can create yourself and until next time, let your light shine!


Two Handmade Cards with Stampin' Up! Circle -Facebook Live Recording

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Today's projects are two handmade cards with Stampin' Up! Circle Celebration.  We made these cards on Craft & Chat Live on Facebook yesterday afternoon.

The circle elements on these stamp sets have a wide variety of patterns but for some reason, I was obsessed with this vine image that you will see on these two cards!  (Be sure that you are on my mailing list so you can see another card made with more of these circle patterns...it's my favorite that I've made so far with this set!)

And, now...on with the show!

 

Lisa's Inklings for these two handmade cards with Stampin' Up! Circle Celebration-

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Card 1:

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I like to call this the "quilt" card.

The faux stitching created by the dies on both of these really adds a special touch, don't you think?

Easy-handmade-card-circle-celebrationTip: To prevent the classic ink from bleeding on the elements seen in the photo above, clear emboss the image and sentiment immediately after stamping in the classic ink. 

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The Forever Greenery DSP is so very pretty.  It will probably be "retiring" soon.  Here's another favorite project of mine featuring this paper.

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Sure do appreciate all of you checking in today and I hope you have been inspired by these two handmade cards with Stampin' Up! Circle Celebration.


Tomorrow is Last Day!

SQUARE_2_HERESTOYOU_PP_MARTomorrow is the last day to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin and get this one-of-a-kind kit!

What makes March’s kit one-of-a-kind? The spectacular set of four free stencils—and a stamping sponge—that you’ll find inside! Pair this pack of stunning stencils with the kit’s contents to stamp a springtime scene, then store the set to stamp for any season in the future.

Adventure awaits inside this month’s majestic, mountain-themed kit. With enough elements and embellishments to create eight cards and coordinating envelopes, the Here’s to You Paper Pumpkin Kit is the perfect pick for celebrating life’s little moments and mountain-high milestones!

About the March Kit

Name:  Here’s to You

Details

  • Kit contains enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs—and coordinating envelopes. The kit’s contents include printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
  • Card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"
  • Envelope size: 4-1/2" x 5-3/4"
  • Coordinating colors: Bumblebee, Calypso Coral, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Seaside Spray
  • Includes four free stencils and a stamping sponge!
  • Arrives in a cute and collectible box.

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Thinking of You Card with Stampin' Up! Butterfly Brilliance

Thinking-of-you-card-stampin-up-butterfly-brilliancxeThese butterflies have seen lots of stamping goodness in my studio this past week and this "thinking of you" card with the Stampin' Up! Butterfly Brilliance is already on its way via the United States Postal Service.

These fluttering beauties have arrived for us at the perfect time with the onset of Spring and the Easter season.  And, the bijou paper is absolutely stunning and I'm thinking of ordering more since it only available while the supply lasts! You can see it shine in these cards that were shared last week.

Below is the video so you can re-create this card.  You will see an easy way to alter the card front to make it a little different and fun.  Ready?

 

Lisa's Inklings:

Thinking-of-you-card-butterfly-brillianceWhen you purchase this collection, I hope you go absolutely crazy creating with these products!  So, if you purchase the Butterfly Brilliance Bundle [155821] or the Butterfly Brilliance Collection [159408] by May 3, 2021, you will receive a 12-project PDF Tutorial Bundle to inspire you or for you to create these with your awesome new stamping supplies!

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Here is the complete listing of what was used for today's Thinking of You Card with Butterfly Brilliance.

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Thank you for visiting the blog today! I truly enjoy sharing with you all and appreciate your support! 

Each season brings new crafting opportunities and gives us the opportunity to be the light for someone by sending a beautiful handmade card.  I hope you've been inspired to create a "thinking of you" card with Stampin' Up! Butterfly Brilliance and make a difference!


Handmade Stampin' Up! Birthday Card for a Friend with a Beach Theme

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Today's project is a handmade birthday card for a friend with a beach theme. Featured is the  Stampin' Up! Friends Are Like Seashells Photopolymer Stamp Set [154368]from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog, January-June 2021.

This card was made by my creative assistant and Stars Team Member, Catherine.  The subtle colors she used are a wonderful combo for this card, don't you agree?  These seashells look just beautiful in bolder colors, too!

Here is the step-by-step how-to so you can re-create this card for a friend.

  1. Cut your Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122924] at 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”. Score at 4 1/4”.
  2. Cut your Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121043] at 4 1/8” x just a tad over 5 1/4”. Take your Paper Snips [103579] and run the blade down the sides to roughen them up.  Use Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] to adhere to the card base.
  3. Cut a piece of Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] at 3 7/8” x 5 1/4”.
  4. Stamp your images where you want, but stamp off first before you stamp each one. Run your Paper Snips [103579] down the side to give it the rough look.
  5. Take your ribbon from the Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack [152475] and use Mini Glue Dots [103683] to gather a few times and let the rest go straight and flat. Add glue to hold down. 
  6. Cut one of the ovals from the Stitched Shapes Dies [145372], then stamp the shell on it lightly and sponge ink the edges with Sahara Sand.
  7.  Stamp your sentiment in Sahara Sand ink on a 1/2" strip of Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] and cut it in half so that it will fit on the die-cut oval from the stitched dies. Add Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] to the back then adhere to the card front.
  8. Take your Pearl Basic Jewels [144219] and adhere to the oval shape.

The Friends Are Like Seashells Photopolymer Stamp Set [154368] stamp set is one for your collection for beach and seashell fans that you know. Who do you know that visits the seashore or dreams of it?  I just bet you know someone who would love a handmade card with a beach theme such as this one or maybe that someone is YOU and this set fits your personality perfectly!

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Thank You!

I truly appreciate paper crafters like you stopping by to see the latest project share here on the blog and hope you are inspired to create. Thank you for your support!

Friend-are-like-seashells-stampin-up-beachAbove is another beautiful handmade card idea from a Stampin' Up! concept artist.  This one incorporates the Friends Are Like Seashells Bundle [156205] which includes the coordinating dies.

Now that you've read this post and have all the details to create this handmade birthday card with a beach theme, purchase the Friends Are Like Seashells Photopolymer Stamp Set [154368] and create one to share with someone special!


Two Card Ideas with the Stampin' Up! Butterfly Brilliance Bundle

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On Wednesday's Facebook Live, the beautiful new Butterfly Brilliance Bundle was the star of the show! This stamp and die collection combo is an early release from the new Stampin' Up! catalog that will go LIVE in May.  Some of us like to call that catalog the "big" catalog!

I am really enjoying creating with these butterflies.  When you watch the recording of the video below, you will hear that when I see a butterfly cross my path, I feel it's my mom telling me "hello".  And, don't you think that sending cards with butterflies is a lovely gesture of hope?   There are quite a few on my list that could use such a card, how about you?

stampin up butterfly brilliance card ideaWe will call this card, the "Calypso Coral" card.  The Love You Always Foil Sheets [154286] butterflies are such a pretty touch!

stampin up butterfly brilliance card ideaHere is our "Magenta Madness" card!  It's bright and beautiful but quite a bit different than my usual color choices.  This just proves that I should step out of my "color-comfort" box more. :)

Ready to take a look at the video?  Grab a drink (and, maybe even some popcorn!). Hope you enjoy!

Calypso Coral Card Details:

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Magenta Madness Card Details:

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The last two items (the papers) are included in the Butterfly Brilliance Collection [159408] which also includes the stamp and die set.  If you'd like to purchase separately:

Butterfly Brilliance Bundle [155821]- Stamp and dies

Butterfly Bijou 6" X 6"  Designer Series Paper [156824]

Natural Touch Specialty Paper [156825]

The Natural Touch Specialty Paper [156825] and the Butterfly Bijou 6" X 6"  Designer Series Paper [156824] are only available during this promotion ( March 2- May 3, 2021)  and while supplies last!

Here's hoping you've enjoyed "getting acquainted" with Butterfly Brilliance and its coordinating products.  Let's "be the light" for someone and send cards such as these to make someone's day!

Gift for You...

Purchase the Butterfly Brilliance Bundle [155821] or the Butterfly Brilliance Collection [159408] from Lisa and receive a Butterfly Bouquet project tutorial bundle with 12 projects as a thank you!

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