Today's project is a tall narrow bag that's perfect for small gifts. This one was custom made for a birthday gift for our granddaughter, Lyla for her Frozen-themed birthday party. 

The beautiful Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper [153512] has just the right colors and the the snowflakes matched the theme of her birthday party with friends.  Let's take a look at the video tutorial with the easy how-to instructions...

Lisa's Inklings:

• The Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper [153512] is cut 8-1/2 x 12. 
• Score at 3,4, 7, 8 on the 8-1/2" side.
• Score at 1-1/2 and 11 on the 12 " side.  The 1-1/2" score is for the top of the bag.

Here are the supplies used to make this project.  Just click the links to shop. 

Product List

Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper

[153512]

Balmy Blue Glimmer Paper

[153513]

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

[146986]

Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146982]

Champagne Foil Sheets

[144748]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Delightful Tag Topper Punch

[149518]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

So Many Snowflakes Dies

[153560]

Blue Adhesive-Backed Gems

[153547]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

[138309]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Playful Alphabet Dies

[152706]

Make some beautiful winter projects with the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper [153512]. It's retiring and only available while supplies last!  Try making this tall, narrow bag for gifts for the holidays and birthdays!

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Thank you for stopping by today!  Take care! - Lisa

Our Lyla's 5th  birthday was a couple of weeks ago.  While we were not there for her birthday party for friends, we were able to celebrate with her last week.  Today I am sharing her birthday banner and card that carried out the theme of her party, Frozen 2.

For her birthday banner, the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper [153512] and Balmy Blue Glimmer Paper [153513] along with the Snowflake Wishes Bundle (English) [155172] were used.  As a backing for the letters cut from retired Stampin' Up! letter dies us a Whisper White Cardstock [100730] cut from the Tasteful Labels Dies [152886]. Blue Adhesive-Backed Gems [153547] gems add a bit of sparkle and the bottom corners were punched with the Detailed Trio Punch [146320].

Here's the complete banner.  These banners are very easy to make and always make a nice addition to party decór.  Lyla's mom has her banner hung above the window seat/reading nook  in her room.

Here's a close-up of her birthday card made with the same supplies.  Again, the dies that cut the "5" are retired.  I have a set of letter and number dies that have come in handy so many times!

Here's the complete front of the card.  See how the "5" looks dimensional? I die cut it with a piece of our Foam Adhesive Sheets [152815] adhered to the back. It's like having a full sized dimensional adhesive for any shape!

It's such a joy to create projects for our granddaughters on their birthdays. Like any handmade paper craft, a lot of love goes into these projects. Hope you have enjoyed seeing some of the creations for Lyla's birthday.

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Thank you for stopping by today!  Take care! - Lisa

Happy Friday!  It's been a few days but I am back to share this tall gift bag and video just in time for your gift packaging!

This particular bag was made for our granddaughter's birthday since she chose The Disney Frozen II Movie as the theme for her party.

Here's the video tutorial with some tips on varying the height of the bag.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Use a full sheet of designer paper; 12 x 12.
• Score 1 side at 3-1/2, 5-3/4, 9-1/4, 11-1-2
• Turn and score the other side at 3/4" -2" (depending on how tall you need your bag) and also score at 9-1/2.
• The tag is cut 2 x 4 from designer paper and the Whisper White piece is 1-1/2 x 2.

Here are the supplies needed for this project.  Just click the links to shop!

Product List

Tag Buffet Project Kit

[153649]

Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper

[153512]

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad

[147103]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

[138309]

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Snowflake Splendor 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Ribbon

[153548]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Bone Folder

[102300]

This Snowflake Splendor Designer Paper is magical...don't miss it!  Here's another project with this paper.

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Thank you for stopping by today!  Take care! - Lisa

Let's start off the week with a fun fold card video using the Jar Of Flowers Bundle [154064]from Stampin' Up!  The coordinating Flowers For Every Season 6" X 6"Designer Series Paper [152486] shares the spotlight!

 Working with these beautiful bunches of flowers in this stamp set is so much fun especially if you like to color. You can see another pretty card with a different bouquet here.

Let's go ahead and take a look at this how-to video tutorial below.  Ready?

Just a simple little slice of paper really adds a lot, don't you think?

Lisa's Inklings:

• Base: Just Jade Cardstock [153079]- 5-1/2" x 8-1/2".
• Cut 1/2" off card front edge.
• Whisper White Cardstock [100730]- 3-1/2 x 5-1/4 for inside, 2 x 4 for stamping
• Flowers For Every Season 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [152486]-Just Jade Print for card front 3-1/2 x 5-1/4, Just Jade dot 3 x 4, Bumblebee floral strip 3/4 x 5-1/2.
• Bumblebee Cardstock [153077]- 3-1/4 x 4-1/4.
  

Remember to dress up those envelopes with this easy fix here!

Need supplies to create today's project?  The supply list is below.  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would be thrilled to serve you! Thank you so much for your consideration.

Product List

• Jar Of Flowers Bundle [154064]
• Just Jade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153079]
• Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730]
• Flowers For Every Season 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [152486]
• Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock [153077]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad [153115]
• Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883]
• Just Jade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153107]
• Misty Moonlight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153108]
• Magenta Madness Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153106]
• Cinnamon Cider Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153105]
• Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154892]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Paper Snips [103579]
• Bumblebee 1/4" (6.4 Mm) 2020–2022 In Color Ribbon [153622]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301]

On this card, the sentiment was added since it would be sent as a birthday greeting.  The "Happy Birthday" is from the Timeless Tulips Photopolymer Stamp Set [151534] and stamped on
Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock [153077] then punched with the Classic Label Punch [141491].

Thank you for stopping by today!  Now that you've seen this Jar of Flowers project, visit my online store to purchase yours today!

Here's a birthday card idea with the beautiful new Jar Of Flowers Bundle [154064] from Stampin' Up!  This cardmaking project was featured on my new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog Launch on Facebook. 

These bunches of flowers can be used with or without the jar so it is super versatile. 

Here are some of the details:

• The Bumblebee Cardstock [153077] base is cut 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• The Poppy Parade Cardstock [119793] layers are cut 4-1/8 x 5-7/8 and 2-5/8 x 4-1/8.  Plus, you'll need a small piece to stamp and die cut the sentiment.
• Whisper White Cardstock [100730] is cut 2-1/2 x 4 and embossed with the Ornate Floral 3D Embossing Folder [152725].
• You will also need more whisper white for jar and flowers.
• The jar was stamped and then the stems over top.  The stems were stamped *twice to make these reach the bouquet at the top. 
• *The lower stems were masked off with a post it note to stamp the stems at the top of the jar.
• The bunch of flowers was stamped, colored, then fussy cut to adhere to the top of the punched jar on the embossed layer.

Here are the supplies used for this card.  Just click the links to shop! Be sure to check out the promotions for this month on this post.

Product List

• Jar Of Flowers Bundle [154064]
• Peaceful Moments Cling Stamp Set (English) [151595]
• Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock [153077]
• Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793]
• Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730]
• Flowers For Every Season 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [152486]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Versamark Pad [102283]
• Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154958]
• Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154885]
• Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883]
• Pool Party Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154894]
• White Stampin' Emboss Powder [109132]
• Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Paper Snips [103579]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Flowers For Every Season Ribbon Combo Pack [153620]
• Ornate Floral 3D Embossing Folder [152725]
• Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels [150457]

Have questions about this card?  Leave a comment below.

Thank you for stopping by for this Jar of Flowers birthday card and we will seen you soon in the next post!

It's Cinco de Mayo AND Taco Tuesday...how awesome its that!

For today's project we have the perfect card to celebrate! Here's a great sample using the retiring Witty-Cisms Cling Stamp Set [151686] and the Dinoroar Designer Series Paper [155882].  Isn't it so cute?!

Here are all the details you will need to make this card...

Supplies:
Stamp sets: Witty-Cisms (151686)
Cardstock and Paper: Mango Melody (146989), Pretty Peacock (150880), Shimmery White 101910), Dinoroar Designer Series Paper (149589)
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Pad (132708)
Coloring Tools: Stampin’ Blends Crumb Cake Light (144582), Poppy Parade Light (146878), Call Me Clover Light (147023), Mango Melody Dark (147944)
Miscellaneous: Layering Circles Dies (141705), Whisper White ¼” Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon (151326), Pearls Basic Jewels (144219), Paper Trimmer (152392), SNAIL Adhesive (104332), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Bone Folder (102300), Paper Snips (103579)

Measurements:
Mango Melody card base: 5-1/2” x 8-1/2”, scored at 4-1/4” then folded on the crease with the Bone Folder, 2-1/4” x 2-1/4”
Pretty Peacock: 3-3/4” x 5”, 3-1/2” x 1-1/4”, 2-1/2” x 2-1/2”
Designer Series Paper: 3-1/2” x 4-3/4”, 1” x 3-1/2”
Shimmery White: 2-1/4” x 2-1/4”
Ribbon: 5”, 8”

Instructions:
 

• With SNAIL Adhesive, adhere larger Designer Series Paper (DSP) to Pretty Peacock layer then adhere horizontal DSP to Pretty Peacock layer.
• Adhere horizontal piece atop larger DSP piece so horizontal piece is about 1-1/8” from bottom of larger piece.
• Using the Mango Melody Dark Stampin’ Blends marker, color the two strips of ribbon by brushing the ribbon with the fatter point of the marker. Take care to color on top of a disposable surface as Blends will bleed through the ribbon. Dries instantly though.
• Apply a little SNAIL on the horizontal DSP piece but only in the area that will, later, be covered with the round taco piece.
• Add the 5” ribbon piece across center of horiztonal DSP and secure ends to back with SNAIL as well. Tie ribbon into bow, trim ends with Paper Snips, and set aside.
  Stamp taco image with Tuxedo Black Memento ink on Shimmery White cardstock. Color in taco with Crumb Cake, Poppy Parade, and Call Me Clover Stampin’ Blends. Die cut with 1-7/8”circle. Die cut Mango Melody scalloped circle layer and Pretty Peacock circle layer. Attach all three to one another with SNAIL.
• With Stampin’ Dimensionals, add taco piece to DSP piece so the taco piece ends about ¼” from the right side. Then attach that whole piece to card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
• Color three Pearl Basic Jewels with Mango Melody Dark Stampin’ Blends marker and affix to taco piece.
• With one Mini Glue Dots, attach bow so one edge rests on the taco piece.

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Thanks for stopping by today!  Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram...would love to see you there!  Then, go make this birthday card so you will have it ready for the next special someone on your list!

The Bonanza Buddies Bundle [153815] is another product that is on the Last Chance List from Stampin' Up!  It is a precious combo for birthdays and there is also a coordinating DSP, the Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313].

The combinations of the bright colors, Mango Melody 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146989] and Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131197], with a pop of Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] make this card as fun to make as it is to give!

Let's take a look at today's video tutorial...

Lisa's Inklings:

• Mango Melody Cardstock [146989] is cut 4-1/4" x 1" and scored at 5-1/2".
• Whisper White Cardstock [100730] - You will need about 3 x 4-1/2" to die cut the tag and some scrap for the sentiment.
• Cut two strips of Bermuda Bay Cardstock [131197] at 1/2" x 5-1/2".
• You will need a 2" x 5" of Basic Black Cardstock [121045] to die cut the little banner piece.
• Cut the Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313] at 2" x 5-1/2".

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies that you will need for the card project as seen in this video.  Some of these items are retiring and on the Last Chance List and only available while supplies last.  Just click the links to shop!  I would be honored to serve as your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.

Product List

• Bonanza Buddies Bundle [153815] (Retiring)
• Mango Melody 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146989]
• Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730]
• Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131197]
• Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045]
• Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313] (Retiring)
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad [147093]
• Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad [147096]
• Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad [147113]
• Country Club Twine Combo Pack [151318] (Retiring)
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Paper Snips [103579]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

You can see some other cute projects made with the Bonanza Buddies Bundle [153815] HERE.

Take a look at this great bundle and other super products from Stampin' Up! NOW while still available!

Stampin' Up! Bonanza Buddies

Yesterday's  Sunday Crafternoon Facebook Live featured the super adorable Bonanza Buddies Bundle [153815] from the Stampin' Up! 2020 January to June Mini Catalog.

This is a great suite of projects, especially for birthdays, and ranks right up there with the Dino Days Bundle [151139] as seen here on this card!

The first project that we made was this cute little bag that can be used as a party favor or mini gift bag.

Here are the details for this little bag project:

• Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313]: Cut 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Score on long side at 1,4,5,8. Turn and score at 1" (bag bottom) and 4-1/2".
• Coastal Cabana CS- 3" x 5" to die cut tag
• Whisper White- 4" x 5" for stamping and die cutting
• Daffodil Delight 1/4"Ruched Ribbon [151311]- 6"

Here's the fun card that we made...

And, here are the card details...

• Terracotta Tile Base- 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" and scrap for die cutting.
• Basic Black Layer- 5-3/8" x 4-1/8".
• Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313]- 4" x 5-1/4"
• Whisper White - 3" x 5" for die cutting.
• Bermuda Bay- scrap for die cutting.
• Daffodil Delight 1/4"Ruched Ribbon [151311]- 6"

Here is the recording of the live broadcast with a lot of the chit chat edited out from the beginning.  Enjoy!

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies for both projects.  Just click the links to learn more about the products or to shop.  You can also email, text, or call me and I will place or help you with your order.

Product List

Bonanza Buddies Bundle

[153815]

Terracotta Tile 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[150884]

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[121045]

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

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

[131197]

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131297]

Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper

[151313]

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

[147096]

Terracotta Tile Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150086]

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad

[147094]

Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad

[147097]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad

[147093]

Terracotta Tile Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150086]

2019-2021 In Color Stampin' Write Markers

[150079]

Brights Stampin' Write Markers

[147157]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

2019-2021 In Color Faceted Dots

[149607]

Noble Peacock Rhinestones

[149494]

Daffodil Delight 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Ruched Ribbon

[151311]

Simply Shammy

[147042]

Half Wide Stamp Cases

[127552]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

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Hope you enjoyed today's Birthday Bonanza Buddies video! Shop now so you can start creating these adorable birthday projects!

Yesterday was my sweet Dad's 90th Birthday!  We celebrated last night with family at one of our favorite Mexican restaurants in Southeast Texas. 

Our Dad is a fit, fun, and full of life 90 year old!  We had so much fun.  Two of my siblings were there...my youngest brother joined via FaceTime from Oklahoma.

Three of his siblings were able to join us.  His brother was visiting family in Houston.  There were 11 siblings in their family.

Here he is with sweet little Mia!

I made the cupcake toppers for his birthday cupcakes using the Make A Difference stamp set and the Golden Honey Designer Paper from the Sale-A-Bration brochure

Mia helped me make the birthday card using a retired stamp set and the Country Club Designer Series Paper.

It was a grand celebration for Dad's 90th!  Thanks for tuning in to read all about it!

Happy Monday! To start off the week, let's look at a fun watercolor technique on this Memorable Mosaic card idea.

Using Shimmery White card stock, you can create a pretty and unique watercolor background for almost any stamped image. 

This is a beautiful stamp set and the bundle includes an awesome and versatile punch!

Here's the how-to video tutorial!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Garden Green CS for base is cut 5-1/2" x 8-1/2".  Additional layer of Garden Green is cut 5-1/4" x 4".
• Shimmery White CS is cut 3-1/2" x 4-1/2".
• You'll need a piece of Very Vanilla CS cut at approximately 3" x 3" for stamping and punching sentiment.
• Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series paper is cut at 1/2" x 4". (patterned strip)
• Crushed Curry CS- Two pieces cut at 1/2" x 3-1/2".

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

Product List

Memorable Mosaic Bundle

[151063]

Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[102584]

Shimmery White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101910]

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101650]

Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131199]

Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper

[149478]

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[122933]

Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad

[147089]

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

[147115]

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

[147087]

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

[147116]

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[121029]

Flower Faceted Gems

[149479]

Aqua Painters

[103954]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

When you shop the Online Store, be sure to use the Host Code, J2WE7TKD, to receive a FREE gift from me! 

If your order totals, $150 or more before shipping and tax, no need to use the code.  You will earn Stampin' Rewards from Stampin' Up! and I will still send your gift!

Thanks for checking in for today's video tutorial!  Shop for the supplies you'll need now to create this beautiful watercolor technique!

Today's project is another cardmaking idea from World Card Making Die with pretty die cuts and a watercolor technique.

This Well Written die cuts are the perfect size for the front of a card.  It's also in a beautiful hand written font that is very easy to read. 

The die cut stems are from watercolor paper that come to life with a watercolor wash technique.  Here is the edited video tutorial from Facebook that was recorded on World Card Making Day.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Base is Mossy Meadow cut at 4-1/4" x 11" and 1/2" x 11".
• The designer paper from Perennial Essence was cut at 4" x 5-1/4" and cut in half diagonally.
• So Saffron card stock is cut at 4" x 5-1/4".
• I used a full sheet of Watercolor Paper for the watercolor wash.
• Very Vanilla for the inside of the card is cut to 4" x 5-1/4".

Here are the supplies for this project.  Just click the links to shop!

Product List

Well Said Cling Stamp Set

[148796]

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133676]

So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[105118]

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101650]

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

[149612]

Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper

[149100]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[133651]

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[100531]

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

[147087]

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[131158]

So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad

[147109]

So Saffron Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[105225]

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

Well Written Dies

[151816]

Aqua Painters

[103954]

Old Olive/Pretty Peacock 3/8" (1 Cm) Reversible Ribbon

[149496]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

[138309]

Scripty 3D Embossing Folder

[149634]

3D Embossing Folder Plate

[149658]

Congratulations!

A big congrats to Barb Holland and Cheryl Lee whose names were chosen in my World Card Making Day drawing!  Barb will receive the Time for Tags Host Set from the Annual Catalog and Cheryl will receive the Tags Tags Tags stamp set from the Holiday Catalog.

Free Gift with $50 Order!

When you shop the Online Store, be sure to use the Host Code, J2WE7TKD, to receive a pack of the beautiful Holiday Rhinestones from the FREE gift from me! 

***If your order totals, $150 or more before shipping and tax, no need to use the code.  You will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product from Stampin' Up! and I will still send your gift!

Thanks for tuning today! Hope you'll try this birthday card with this watercolor technique and beautiful dies!-- Lisa :)

Today is our Mia's second birthday and I wanted to share some photos of her precious birthday "paw-ty" that her momma planned. 

Mia loves puppies so her party theme was Disney dogs!  Even her outfit went along with the theme!

There were lots of fun treats!

And, what's a paw-ty without hot dogs?!!

Look at this fabulous character cake!
For her guests, there were some fun activities!  Don't you love this adopt a puppy idea? (Banners made with the retired Stampin' Up! alphabet dies and Whisper White card stock.)

After adopting their puppy, the little guests could make a personalized collar!

And for more "paw-ty" favors, there were balls, frisbees,bubbles, and little reusable treat bags all in the doggie theme.

Bags by McKinney Made.
Use Code: MIAREESE15 for 15% off

More snacks and treats...  All in dog bowls! Food markers embellished puppies from the Dog Builder Punch!

Here are the doggie bags for take home treats!

Mia wasn't too sure about our singing!  LOL

For more fun... a pin the tail on the dog game!

And, the big hit with the kiddies...

All had a fun time and Mia had a very Happy Birthday!

Thanks for letting me share Mia's very Happy Birthday Paw-ty and I'll see you in the next post! 

Let's start the week off with a fun cardmaking technique using glossy card stock and our Stampin' Up! Classic Inks.

This is a super easy technique.  Here's a suggestion...prep and cut several pieces of glossy card stock so that you can make several of these backgrounds at once.  How nice to be prepared with a beautiful background when you need to make a quick card.

The colors used here are Pineapple Punch, Grapefruit Grove, and Lovely Lipstick.  Let's take a look at the video tutorial for the process. 

Lisa's Inkling:

• Have a tissue ready to keep your hands neat and clean.
• The Glossy Card Stock is cut 4" x 5-1/4".
• Cut your Stamping Sponges into wedges for ease of use.

Need supplies to recreate this project?  Here is the list with links to the online store.  If you at looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would love to serve you!

Product List

Pineapple Punch Classic Stampin' Pad [147141]	Grapefruit Grove Classic Stampin' Pad [147142]	Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Pad [147140]
8-1/2" X 11" Glossy White Cardstock [144240]	Grapefruit Grove 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146972]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Whisper White 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon [146912]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Big Shot [143263]
Happy Birthday Thinlits Die [143700]	Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets [144106]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]

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Thanks for stopping by to take a look at today's project!  Now that you've seen the video, try this glossy card stock and ink technique on your next cardmaking project!

When it came time to make a birthday card for our daughter, I knew the Needle & Thread Bundle would be beautiful.

My favorite die from this bundle is the focal point of this card with a gorgeous pierced floral image. 

The floral images on the card front and inside of the card are cut from the Needlepoint Nook Designer Series Paper.  

Here's the video tutorial with the how-to for this birthday card.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut Very Vanilla cardstock for the base at 4 1/4" x 11". 
• You will also need a 1/2" strip of Very Vanilla for the the
• Cut a piece of designer paper at 4" x 5 1/4". 
• Fussy cut two of the floral images for the card front and inside of card.
• Berry Burst for the pierced image is cut 2 5/8" x 4".
• Mossy Meadow for die cut label- 3" x 4".
• You'll need a scrap piece of Old Olive...about 3" x 4" to die cut leaves.

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

Product List

Needle & Thread Photopolymer Bundle [150626]	Needlepoint Nook 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [148807]	Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243]
Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100702]	Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111]
Old Olive Linen Thread [148811]	Big Shot [143263]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]
Paper Snips Scissors [103579]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Glue Dots [103683]
Pearlized Doilies [146936]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]

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  There will be make and takes, door prizes, video tutorials...Lots of stamping fun!
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Our daughter loved her birthday card and hope you are inspired to make a card using these beautiful Stampin' Up! products, too!

On my Facebook Live last week, we made this pretty fun fold handmade card with the Incredible Like You stamp set from the Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog.

Here is a remake and cardmaking video tutorial.  Same card, different color scheme.  Even though I continually refer to this beautiful color blue as Balmy "Breeze" throughout the video, I doubt that I ever do it again! It's Balmy BLUE!

Oh well!... Here's the inside of the card with the sentiment hidden behind the front square...

Let's take a look at the assembly in this how-to video tutorial.

Here are the details for this handmade card project:

• Base is cut 5 1/2" x 8 1/2". Score on the long side at 2 1/8" and 4 1/4".
• Whisper White Square is 2 3/4" square for sentiment and 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" for inside of the card.
  
• Cardstock behind Whisper White is 2 7/8" square.
  
• The designer paper is cut 2" x 5 1/4".

Product List

Incredible Like You Photopolymer Stamp Set [148708]	Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146982]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper [149622]	Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad [147105]	Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145]
Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Clear Block D [118485]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]	Big Shot [143263]
Organdy Ribbon Combo Pack [149623]

Lisa's Specials:

• *HOST CODE: CVQ6GCJD  Use this code when placing an order in my Stampin' Up! Online Store and receive a gift from me in the mail.  Please do not use the code if your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax. You will earn Stampin' Rewards on your order from Stampin' Up! AND I will still send you a gift from me!
  
  
• Become part of a special group in my Sale-A-Bration Celebration in April!
  There will be make and takes, door prizes, video tutorials...Lots of stamping fun!
  See how you can earn your spot HERE!

Try this fun fold idea the next time you make a card for a friend!