This week's Makeover Monday features the new Christmas Pines stamp set from the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog for a non-holiday card. 

With the help of a simple "hello" sentiment, these images from Christmas Pines work well to make this a greeting card for any occasion during the fall or winter season.

The inspiration for this card can be seen in the video from the past below.

 Here's the Stampin' Up! Supply List for today's project:

Product List

Christmas Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set [142049]	Thoughtful Banners Photopolymer Stamp Set [141614]	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100702]
Serene Scenery Designer Series Paper Stack [141642]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]	Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [119686]
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [126974]	Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [126975]	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [126953]
Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Pad [126972]	2" Circle Punch [133782]	Modern Label Punch [119849]
5/8" (1.6 Cm) Burlap Ribbon [141487]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

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Thank you for checking in for today's Makeover Monday card with the new Christmas Pines stamp set...see you again soon!

Today's makeover project features a faux ribbon technique looks great as an element on masculine themed cards.  With Father's Day 2016 here in the U.S.next month, here's an idea for you to try.

The Stampin' Up! Going Global set and Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack make a great combo for this Father's Day card.  Both are retiring so be sure to get yours while still available! 

Here's the video that inspired this Father's Day card...

 Lisa's Inklings:

• Save scrap strips of card stock to use for this technique.
• Glue Dots are also a good adhesive to hold your "ribbon" in place.
• The Going Global set and Going Places Designer Paper Stack can be found HERE and HERE.

See the supplies for today's project below. 

Product List

Going Global Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[140745]

Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140748]

Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack

[140581]

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133679]

Hello Honey 5/8" Striped Cotton Ribbon

[138417]

Paper Snips Scissors

[103579]

Regals Designer Buttons

[130029]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Trimmer

[126889]

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

[110755]

Glue Dots

[103683]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

2" Circle Punch

[133782]

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Whether you are getting ready for Father's Day 2016, making cards for your favorite guy, or want to use an alternative to ribbon on any card, this faux ribbon technique is easy to create with supplies you have on hand!

Today we are "wrapping" the 2016 masculine gift card holder that we made yesterday!

Don't you love creating something that makes your "gift" really special?  Hope you like the idea in this video and you'll give it a try.  Don't wait to order the Mini Muslin Bags...they are retiring!!

Below are the supplies used in today's project!  Host Code: 7VHFNCN9

Product List

Going Global Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[140745]

Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140748]

Mini Muslin Bags

[132180]

Basic Gray 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121044]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Delightful Dijon Classic Stampin' Pad

[138327]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[133645]

2" Circle Punch

[133782]

Antique Brads

[117273]

I hope you'll try this gift "wrap" idea for your 2016 Graduate gift cards!

Today's project and video tutorial is a masculine gift card holder for the 2016 Graduate using the Number of Years Bundle and Envelope Punch Board from Stampin' Up!.

Last week, we made this feminine version so I wanted to give equal time for the guys!

In this video tutorial, you'll see how to easily create this pouch with the Envelope Punch Board.  Let's take a look...

Lisa's Inklings:

• Designer paper is cut to a 5 1/2" square to make the envelope pouch.
• Very Vanilla card stock cut to 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" to make the place holder for the gift card or cash.
• Two strips of designer paper are cut at 1" x 6" to adhere together to make the tab/holder.
  

Here are the supplies for today's project.  Be sure to take advantage on this bundle discount for the Number of Years stamp set and coordinating Large Numbers Framelits!

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Product List

Number Of Years Photopolymer Bundle

[140811]

Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack

[140581]

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[101650]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Envelope Punch Board

[133774]

Big Shot

[113439]

Handheld Stapler

[139083]

Silver Mini Staples

[135847]

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

[110755]

Banner Triple Punch

[138292]

  Be sure to tune in tomorrow for another video tutorial with a great packaging idea for this 2016 Graduate Masculine Gift Card Holder!

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A combination of patterned papers from the Stampin' Up! Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack work to make a great background for the simply stamped masculine card with the Going Global set for today's Makeover Monday.

This video from the past was the inspiration for this handmade card.  Let's take a look...

 Lisa's Inklings:

• Base is 5 1/2 x 7 scored at 3 1/2.
• Designer Paper as a background accent: 3 1/4 x 2 1/4 and 3 1/4 x 1 1/4.
• Two other designer paper prints: 1 3/4 x 3 1/2 backed with Basic Black -2 x 3 3/4 and 2 x 4 1/4 backed with Basic Black- 2 1/4 x 4 3/4.
• Burlap ribbon 4" long with angled cut end.
• Very Vanilla strip for sentiment is 1/2 x 3.  Tear left end for rough edge and banner cut the left end as shown in photo.
• This is a smaller sized card but will fit in our standard Medium sized envelopes.

Here are the supplies used on today's masculine card makeover:

Product List

Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140748]

Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack

[140581]

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133679]

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121045]

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[101650]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

2" Circle Punch

[133782]

1-1/4" Burlap Ribbon

[132140]

It's My Party Enamel Dots

[140554]

Stampin' Trimmer

[126889]

Fast Fuse Adhesive

[129026]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

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For more masculine card ideas, check out my Mainly Manly Card series!  Timeless techniques and ideas to inspire you to create many types of masculine cards! Click here to learn more!

Thanks for visiting today to see this Makeover Monday Masculine Card with patterned paper layers from Stampin' Up!

Enjoy making masculine birthday cards for family and friends with the Number of Years Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog.

Personalize for the special year for any age...male or female!  These coordinating Large Numbers Framelits Dies are absolutely wonderful.  You will get much use out of this set ...it is so versatile.

Watch the assembly of this card in the video below or catch it HERE on You Tube if you're unable to see it below.

Here are the supplies used on this masculine birthday card.  Host Code: NACJEZBW

Product List

Number Of Years Photopolymer Bundle

[140811]

Kraft 12" X 12" Card Stock

[133674]

Shine On Specialty Designer Series Paper

[140579]

Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[131197]

2-1/2" Circle Punch

[120906]

1" Circle Punch

[119868]

Banner Punch

[133519]

Versamark Pad

[102283]

Silver Stampin' Emboss Powder

[109131]

Silver Metallic Thread

[138402]

Silver Basic Metal Buttons

[133319]

Glue Dots

[103683]

Fast Fuse Adhesive

[129026]

Stampin' Trimmer

[126889]

Bone Folder

[102300]

 Want more masculine card ideas and tips?  Check out my Mainly Manly Card Series HERE!

Did you see this birthday card? It's another good design idea for masculine cards.

Thanks for visiting and watching today's Masculine Birthday Card video tutorial and I'll see you again soon.

What inspired me to create this Going Global Masculine Card LIVE on Periscope earlier, I do not know! 

And, although, it's pretty raw footage with lots of uh's in my verbage (sorry Y'all!), it was fun being able to interact with those that were watching.  The input given was very helpful with the suggestion for the finishing touch for the card!

If you're not familiar with Periscope, it's a app for iOS and Android phones that enables you to record and/ or watch LIVE video from all over the world.

Anyway, if you're brave ;), take a look at the recording of this creative process below.  You may also find it HERE on You Tube.

 Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies for the card in the video.  Current Host Code: NACJEZBW

Product List

Going Global Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[140745]

Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140748]

Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack

[140581]

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121045]

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133679]

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[101650]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Handheld Stapler

[139083]

Silver Mini Staples

[135847]

Fast Fuse Adhesive

[129026]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Antique Brads

[117273]

Glue Dots

[103683]

Banner Triple Punch

[138292]

2" Circle Punch

[133782]

 inklings:

• The Going Global stamp set and Going Places Designer Series Paper are great to have in your crafting supplies for making masculine cards.
• Card base and layer measuremts: Basic Black- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2, Very Vanilla 5 1/4 x 4, designer paper layer5 x 3 3/4.
• The Banner Triple Punch is constructed to cut 1", 1 1/2", and 2" banners but you can experiment with widths up to the 2" as long as you center the paper to be punched.

Now that you've watched the recording process of the Going Global Masculine Card, be sure you are signed up for our Mailing List so that you'll receive exclusive project ideas from me each month!

You all mean the world to me and you can let your Valentine know that, too, with this masculine card idea and video using the Going Global Bundle from Stampin' Up!

The stamp set and paper combo is absolutely fun and just what you need to make those special cards for him!  This one is sure to go to my hubs but I'm sure he'll get several!  Love to leave cards here and there for him to find!

Let's take a look at the how-to in the video tutorial below or if you need, you can find it HERE on You Tube.

Here's the Stampin' Up! supply list for this card:

Product List

Going Global Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[140745]

Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140748]

Going Places Designer Series Paper Stack

[140581]

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121045]

Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121043]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Gold Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141898]

Banner Punch

[133519]

Handheld Stapler

[139083]

Silver Mini Staples

[135847]

Fast Fuse Adhesive

[129026]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

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Thanks for being part of my crafty world and I hope you enjoyed today's masculine card using Going Global from Stampin' Up!

There are some sets from the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog that are so wonderful; it's hard to let go! 

Don't know about you but we're still enjoying the spirit of Christmas as we head into the New Year and look forward to the Epiphany.  So, my Christmas tree is still shining brightly and my Christmas stamp sets still are front and center on my shelf.  So for today's card and video tutorial, we have a birthday card using one of my favorite Holiday sets, Wonderland.

With the antlers and tall evergreens in this set, it was very easy to create this manly birthday card.  Take a look at the video tutorial below or you may find it HERE on You Tube.

 inklings:

• Card base is 4 1/4" x 11".
• Mossy Meadow panel is 2" x 5 1/4".
• From the new Occasions Catalog debuting January 5, 2016: Starburst Sayings (wood- 140772, clear- 140725) and Wink of Stella Gold (141898)

The stamp set and vellum stack are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! To shop, use the links below:

Wonderland Wood-Mount Stamp Set
$23.00

Winter Wonderland Designer Vellum Stack
$7.00

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$7.00

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$7.00

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad
$6.50

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
$6.50

Gold Metallic Thread
$3.00

Linen Thread
$4.50

Banner Triple Punch
$23.00

1-1/4" Circle Punch
$16.00

Fast Fuse Adhesive
$10.00

Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.00

Stamping Sponges
$3.50

Washi Label Punch
$18.00

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I hope you'll try using your Christmas stamps for other projects and keep that spirit of Christmas alive in your home!  Thank you for checking in for the Stampin' Up! Wonderland Birthday Card and video tutorial; see you again soon!

Today's Makeover Monday project features one of my favorite new sets, Words of Truth, paired with the Project Life by Stampin' Up! card kit, Moments Like These.

The backdrop is a fun print from one of our new Designer Series Paper Stacks, Go Wild.

Let's take a look below at the video tutorial from the past or you can find it here on You Tube.

inklings:

• For this makeover, I used a card from the Moments Like These card kit as a contrast to the Go Wild designer paper. This took the place of the masked piece from the video.
• The "I love you." sentiment is stamped on our new Glassine Paper with Jet Black Stazon and punched with the new Washi Label Punch.
  
• A little doodling and faux stitching accents the Itty Bitty Accents heart with a Project Life by Stampin' Up! journaling pen.
• A strip of black satin ribbon adds a nice touch yet keeps the masculine feel.

Here's the Stampin' Up! supply list for today's card:

Words Of Truth Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$17.00

Moments Like These Project Life Card Collection
$16.00

Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack
$8.00

Go Wild 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock Assortment Pack
$7.00

Glassine Sheets
$5.00

Washi Label Punch
$18.00

Handheld Stapler
$10.00

Silver Mini Staples
$4.00

Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack
$17.00

Jet Black Stazon Pad
$8.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
$6.00

Basic Black 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon
$9.00

Snail Permanent Adhesive
$7.00

Glue Dots
$5.25

Project Life Journaling Pens
$5.00

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Thanks so much for joining me for today's Makeover Monday card idea with Words of Truth and the Moments Like These card kit from Stampin' Up!

Bravo for the 2015 graduating guys with this gift card holder with a masculine touch! The more feminine version of this project was featured earlier this week for my Makeover Monday project.

This card is decked out with the Adventure Abound Designer Paper Stack from the 2015 Occasions Catalog and the Bravo Photopolymer Set from the 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Be sure to take a look at the how-to video HERE then see the supplies used on this masculine version below.

Bravo Photopolymer Stamp Set
$25.95

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
$6.95

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

Gorgeous Grunge Wood Stamp Set
$24.95

Gorgeous Grunge Clear Stamp Set
$17.95

Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack
$4.48

Linen Thread
$4.50

Basics Hodgepodge Clips
$3.48

Stampin' Dimensionals
$3.95

Starburst Framelits Die
$26.95

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inklings:

• The Starburst Framelits are on the 2015 Retiring Products List...while supplies last!  Love these!
• Try stamping your main images or sentiments on Crumb Cake or other light neutral card stock.  Really makes a manly statement!
• This is a smaller than standard size card (see the video) so you can let your embellishments extend beyond the card front.

Do you make your own gift card/ cash holders for graduation gifts?  I hope you can use this idea for graduates or other gift giving occasion.  Thank you for checking in to see the masculine version of the 2015 Graduate gift card holder...see you again soon!

Today's Stampin' Up! masculine birthday card idea features an awesome print from the Adverture Bound Designer Series Paper Stack from the new Occasions Catalog.

This stack has earthy, nature inspired photograph prints as well as fabric, patterned, and textured inspired prints that are well-suited for those handmade cards for guys. It's really a must-have.  You'll love how it contributes to the ease in creating.  Really!

The sentiment is from the Big Day stamp set that is only available as a Sale-A-Bration choice with your qualifying order.

inklings:

• The fiber accents are threads pulled off short length of our Burlap Ribbon.
• The wooden leaf accent is from the Autumn Wooden Elements from the Holiday Catalog but you might just find it still on the Clearance Rack if you check now! Remember, Clearance Rack items are only available while supplies last!
• The Gorgeous Grunge stamp set adds a little pizzazz to the birthday greeting.
• Backing that image is some Early Espresso card stock cut with one of the dies from the Chalk Talk Framelits.

You can shop for supplies for this card using the links below. Thank you!

Decorative Label Punch
$16.95

Chalk Talk Framelits Die
$12.59

Autumn Wooden Elements
$1.99

1-1/4" Burlap Ribbon
$7.95

Fuse Fast Adhesive
$9.95

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
$6.95

 

Gorgeous Grunge Wood Stamp Set
$24.95

Gorgeous Grunge Clear Stamp Set
$17.95

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Big Day Wood Stamp Set
$0.00

Big Day Clear Stamp Set
$0.00

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Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoyed today's handmade masculine birthday card featuring the Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack from Stampin' Up!

Here are three handmade Stampin' Up! card ideas that came off the craft table last night.  Combining past, present, and future Stampin' Up products, these were created to fill an order for a stack of handmade cards.  Let me share...

Kinda Eclectic Meets Under the Tree

Once again showing off one of my faves, Kinda Eclectic, and combining it with Under the Tree Specialty Designer Paper.  This paper stack ROCKS!  You are going to love it...so versatile!  Great for the Holidays or any day!  It's thick and sturdy...perfect for those boxes you are going to create with the new Gift Box Punch Board or for any of your paper crafting projects as seen on this card here.  One side of each sheet is a kraft and off-white combo that will go with ANYTHING!  Seriously...you need to put this on your wish list!

An Oldie But Goodie- Lovely As A Tree

Ok...if you're one of the few who do not own this set, I beg you to do yourself a HUGE favor and take the plunge.  Lovely As A Tree is SUper popular and I believe I'm correct in saying the longest running stamp set in the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.  It's a winner for any season and any type of card and perfect for masculine cards. You NEED this set!

Chalk Talk Backed by Under The Tree

Doesn't that simple Cherry Cobbler Print "pop" behind this Chalk Talk tag?
The flip side of one pattern of that Under the Tree Specialty Paper is just right here. 

Thanks for visiting today!  Let me know if you'd like item numbers and Stampin' Up! ordering information and I hope you enjoyed these three handmade Stampin' Up! card ideas!

Stampin' Up! What's Your Type for Masculine Cards

The What's Your Type? photopolymer stamp set from Stampin' Up! is the feature for you in today's card idea and video tutorial.  I've seen lots of clever combinations of these stamps but in this video, you'll see my favorite way to use it!

Watch the video tutorial below or find it here on You Tube. Let's take a look!

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies featured in this video tutorial:

What's Your Type? Photopolymer Stamp Set

$25.95

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Hello Honey Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Tangelo Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Hello Honey 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon

$8.95

1-3/8" Circle Punch

$15.95

Label Bracket Punch

$15.95

A Dozen Thoughts Wood Stamp Set

$26.95

A Dozen Thoughts Clear Stamp Set

$18.95

 

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Discover more masculine card ideas in ink and inspirations' Mainly Manly Cards series HERE! 
I hope you've enjoyed this card idea and video tutorial featuring the What's Your Type? set from Stampin' Up!

Stampin' Up! What's Your Type Card Idea

The new Stampin' Up! What's Your Type? stamp set was a little scary to me at first but now that it's seen ink, I'm having a blast using it!

The geometric and abstract images can be used form letters of the alphabet and other shapes such as animals, sailboats, hearts, and more.

My love of this set comes from it's ability to form unique backgrounds and borders that will be appropriate for both feminine and masculine cards. So don't let it "scare" you! Step out of the box and give this new photopolymer set a try!

See the supplies used on this Stampin' Up! handmade card by clicking the links below.  If you choose to shop, please use the July Hostess Code: QKDY6PFP. (Please do not use the hostess code if your order total is $150 before shipping and tax.)

What's Your Type? Photopolymer Stamp Set

$25.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

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

$6.95

Hello Honey Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Hello Honey 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon

$8.95

Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack

$16.95

Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

$4.95

Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Old Olive Assortment

$11.95

Bravo Photopolymer Stamp Set

$25.95

Heat Tool

$29.95

White Stampin' Emboss Powder

$4.95

Versamark Pad

$7.50

 

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Stampin' Up! Bravo and What's Your Type?
Photopolymer Stamps Card Idea

Thanks for stopping by on this beautiful day to take a look at my handmade card created with the Stampin' Up! What's Your Type? and Bravo sets!