By now, you may have heard the exciting news about the new line of scrapbooking products from Stampin' Up!  We believe you will be inspired to use these in your memory keeping, revisit scrapbooking, or even try it for the first time!  Whether you're preserving the memories of your grandchildren’s first steps or their first semester at college, a recent family gathering, or simply those everyday moments that make life sweet, this new scrapbooking line has everything you need to make it easy and fun.

I am super excited about their new Two-Tone Cardstock. Just imagine—each sheet offers two shades of the same color! It’s perfect for adding that extra dimension and depth to your layouts without much effort. 

And, the new Scrapbooking Workshop Kits are a plus!  Each kit is designed to help you create beautiful pages that highlight treasured memories. These kits contain most of what you need  to create three-two page layouts with step by step instructions!  

Watch the videos below to learn more about these new products!

I'll be excited to order some of these fabulous products, how about you?
You can see the Stampin' Up! Scrapbooking Brochure HERE. All the products will be available beginning tomorrow, September 4th, in the Online Store. and stay tuned for more in the months to come!

Here in the U.S, today is the start of the Labor Day Weekend, the unofficial end of summer.

This weekend often marks the start of high school football season, family gatherings, and of course, fun cookouts that bring everyone together.

Whatever your plans, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to capture and preserve these memories. After all, there’s nothing quite like flipping through a scrapbook and reliving the end of summer fun with family and friends.

With that in mind, I’m thrilled to share a super cute scrapbook layout that’s perfect for preserving those Labor Day memories! This beautiful design comes from one of my Canadian demonstrator friends, Anne Granger of Stamp with Anne. Anne has a real talent for creating layouts that not only look amazing but also make it easy to highlight the moments that matter most.

The Bistro Burger Bundle on this layout adds a fun and unique touch.  Include photos of family enjoying a weekend barbecue, kids playing in the yard, or everyone gathered inside for a meal. With just a few simple supplies, you can create a treasured keepsake.

I hope your long weekend is filled with fun with some great photo opportunities.  You will be able to create a beautiful scrapbook page to preserve the memory of your Labor Day weekend with family and friends!

Scrapbooking is a fun way to preserve your memories. Today, we’re sharing a fun and simple scrapbook page project using some of Stampin' Up!'s newest and trendiest supplies. Our theme is Halloween, but with a fresh twist using the trending colors for Halloween 2024: peach (Peach Pie), orange (Pumpkin Pie), and pink (Flirty Flamingo).

For this project, we're featuring the playful and whimsical Playful Ghosts Cling Stamp Set (English) [164366] along with the stunning Unbounded Beauty 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [163372]. These supplies not only add a touch of charm and fun to your pages but also ensure that your scrapbook stands out with the latest color trends.

What's even more exciting is that this project isn't limited to just your scrapbook. The completed page can also be framed and used as a unique home decor item, adding a festive touch to your Halloween decorations.

Below is a recording of our recent live stream video where we walk you through the assembly of this scrapbook page step by step. Watching the video will give you tips and tricks on how to use the featured supplies effectively and create a stunning final product.

Lisa's Inklings:
Basic White 12" x 12".
Unbounded Beauty Designer Series Paper: peach and pink-4" x 12", pink floral- 4" x 12", peach- 6" x 8"
Lily Pond Lane DSP: Peach stripe - 4" x 6"
Pumpkin Pie CS: (2) 4 1/4" x 6 1/4".
Basic Black CS: (2) 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" and strip- 3/4" x 11".
Glimmer Paper: 1/2" x 12"
Peach Pie CS: Scrap for a 2 3/8" circle punch

Ready to start crafting your own Halloween-themed scrapbook page? The Playful Ghosts Cling Stamp Set (English) [164366] is a must-have for this project. Head over to our online store to purchase the Playful Ghosts stamp set and start creating beautiful and spooky scrapbook pages today!

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!

Here's a simple cardmaking idea using the Stampin' Up! Dandy Garden Memories & More Card Pack [154302].  From this set of cards, you can choose a focal point with an image or one with an image and a sentiment as seen on this card. 

These card kits are great for simple cardmaking and also pocket scrapbooking!

Here is the list of supplies...

Product List

Dandy Garden Memories & More Card Pack

[154302]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock

[153077]

Ladybug Trinkets

[154299]

Mossy Meadow 3/16" (4.8 Mm) Braided Linen Trim

[154298]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Instructions:

Throughout the months since this past March, what we've missed most are these three precious granddaughters. 

Before you ask...yes, Jackie and I are still being very cautious since I have a heart condition and we now have my 90 year old dad here with us.  One of our daughters and her husband are both medical professionals.  She is a trauma/ER nurse and he, a nurse anesthetist, so they are both in the thick of it all, so to speak.  We are blessed and grateful for their service and their knowledge.  Our youngest daughter and her husband work in ministry; he a pastor of a church in north Texas. We look to all of them for guidance and we wait in hope.

I've talked to many of you who are also in this same situation.  How thankful we are for technology with FaceTime, video chat, and Zoom.  At least this youngest little sweetheart will recognize me when I get to hug and hold her again.

Our two girls were able to get their families together this past weekend and look how sweet these cousins are playing together.  This makes my heart so happy!  Don't you just love candid shots like this?

Although we are not all together, these captured moments are priceless.  I see some memory keeping/scrapbooking pages forthcoming with these photos!

I am thankful to find joy in these moments that these our girls and their families share.   And, I know in my heart that the Lord is working on us and through us in all of this.  In Him is our hope.

I pray that your days may bring you joy and that hope fill your hearts.

May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all!

Kids of all ages appreciate notes of encouragement and affirmation and this Stampin' Up! card idea made with the lovable Dino Days Bundle [151139].

In yesterday's post, I shared some ideas that are perfect for the littles.  Kids are so much fun to craft for and they love to craft, too!  With some help from you, they could assemble a card such as this one for someone special.

Here's a quick video with the how-to.  Take a look!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut Lovely Lipstick 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146970] for the card base at 5-1/2" x 8-1/2".  You'll need some scrap pieces for stamping and die-cutting.
• Cut a piece of Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]to 3-1/4" x 4-1/4".
• From Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730], cut a piece at 3" x 4" and you'll need some scrap pieces for stamping and die-cutting.
• From Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702], cut a piece approximately 2" x 3".
• Cut a piece of the Dinoroar Designer Series Paper [149589] to 4" x 5- 1/4".

Here are the Stampin' Up! products used for this project.  Just click the links to shop!

Product List

Dino Days Bundle [151139]	Lovely Lipstick 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146970]	Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730]	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702]	Dinoroar Designer Series Paper [149589]
Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Pad [147140]	Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [147179]	Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad [147052]
Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [141402]	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090]	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [100531]
Whisper White Solid Baker's Twine [124262]	Noble Peacock Rhinestones [149494]	Mini Glue Dots [103683]
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

These dinosaurs are cute for boys or girls.  Simply change your color scheme to match the style you'd like!

Time to shop so that you can make some cards for kids just like this one!  I would be honored to serve as your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator!

Shopping List:

Let's talk a little about scrapbooking and memory keeping.  In this post, you will hear and see a bit about how I go about preserving memories with photos and journaling.

This information was shared on my Facebook page, Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown, earlier this month on International Scrapbooking Day.   If you scrapbook or have ever thought about preserving your photos and memories, I hope you find this information helpful.

Tip: I find it easier to die cut my letters in Whisper White or Very Vanilla then sponge on the ink in the color I need/want depending on the layout.

These letter dies are retiring!  If you scrapbook, these are GREAT to have! Get yours here! ---> http://bit.ly/large-letters-stampin-up

Here's the traditional layout that was created on the back of the Mount Rushmore page shown in the video above. Below is the stamp set that was used. It is "retiring", too.  It's a good one for travel pages.  Click the image below to see the En Route stamp set in the online store.

Below you can see how I cut my 4 x 6 photos in half to fit into two, 3 x 4 pockets.

Here's are two more tips regarding the next photo below:

• Notice the upper right pocket. I added a 1-1/2” strip of Whisper White to the Memories and More Card. I’ll use this for my page title.
• The photos have been cut down to 3 x 4.
  
  Personal note: I realize that years from now these animal photos will not be “cherished” 🙂. But, my written memories will be. And, for now, we enjoy them. Plus, I figure that I’ll use these as a teaching tool for the grandchildren.
  

Using the Designer Paper that coordinates with the Happiness Blooms Memories and More Card Kit, I cut 4x6 or 3x4 pieces for fillers on pocket pages. Cut strips or use as layers for traditional pages.

Some final thoughts...

Thanks for visiting today for these tips and thoughts on scrapbooking.  Memory keeping is important...share your story! Get started with your photos and supplies that you can find HERE!

How about a simple pocket page to get your 2018 Christmas Memory Keeping started?  Whether you use the pocket page system, traditional scrapbooking, or a little of both, this idea will show you how quick and easy it can be to get your pages ready for your photos.  The 4" x 6" pockets will hold photos but I inserted the cut designer paper for photographing the page.

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

Here are the supplies used for this photo pocket page.  The designer paper and stamp set are part of the Year End Closeout and only available while supplies last or until January 2, 2019.

Product List

Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Bundle [149952]	Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Stamp Set [147702]	All Is Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147892]
Variety Pack 12" X 12" Photo Pocket Pages [144204]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]
Clear Faceted Gems [144142]	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
Real Red Dark Stampin' Blends [147934]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code Ends Tonight!: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

If you have not yet tried this simple form of memory keeping now is a good time as we journey through this joyous holiday season!  Get your supplies ready to preserve your Christmas memories of 2018!

Today's post and video offers a very simple scrapbooking/memory keeping/journaling tip but first, a few questions for you...

• Have you been scrapbooking/memory keeping for years? ...like "on and off" since childhood?
• Do you feel like you are always "behind"?
• Do you have stacks of photos that you need to preserve...like, put in an album?
• Or, do you have pictures in an album with no journaling, names, or dates?
• Do you have the desire or need to start memory keeping but don't know where to begin?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you will want to keep reading.

This crafter (ME!) has been memory keeping since elementary school.  Not consistently, mind you, but enough to have recorded memories from the "good ole days!"  Once our girls got involved in so many activities in high school, the need to scrapbook presented itself in a big way.  But, I tried to get too elaborate with my pages and burnt out very quickly.   

Then comes the collaboration of Stampin' Up! with Project Life.  Man, was this easier and took much less time! And, it was so much fun!  But, then, that partnership ended BUT Stampin' Up! introduced their own pocket memory keeping system, Memories and More!  Thank you, Stampin' Up!

If you answered "yes" to being "behind" question or you have a stack of photos tucked away in a drawer, don't let it stop you from pressing forward.  Start with ONE occasion, holiday, birthday, vacation, etc. and go from there.  And, if you're just wanting to get started, check out the Memories and More supplies HERE.

Oh, wait....you prefer, traditional scrapbooking?  No worries. I combine both traditional and pocket pages in my memory keeping.  Check out this recent page HERE.

Now, let's address the journaling/notes part of memory keeping.  (And, I refer to it as "memory keeping" because scrapbooking scares some folks away.)  The video below will give you a tip that has really helped me....especially when I delay in getting this part done!

Hope this scrapbooking/memory keeping tip is helpful to you so please let me know in the comments below!

Let's celebrate the Fourth of July here on Ink and Inspirations with this Star Spangled Scrapbook page!

Our little "star" is one of our granddaughters, Mia Reese.  We celebrated her first birthday yesterday and plan on a birthday blowout with our extended family and close friends on Saturday!

This page highlights her birthday party invitation.  The products used are from the Twinkle Twinkle Suite from pp. 82-83 in the Stampin' Up! annual catalog. 

Here's a quick recording of the assembly of this scrapbook page...

Click here to see this star-spangled scrapbook page on my YouTube Channel!  While you're there, be sure to subscribe and click the "bell" to receive notice of all my videos.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Layout uses a 12 x 12 piece of Little Twinkle DSP for base.
• Poppy Parade CS cut to 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 to back invitation.
• Use your rubber stamps to their full potential!  These sentiments and images from the Little Twinkle set were just right for this patriotic birthday page.  See other projects made with Little Twinkle HERE and HERE.
  

Here is the Stampin' Up! product listing for today's project.  If you're shopping online, use JULY HOST CODE: H9Y6T9PQ if your order is LESS THAN $150 (before shipping and tax.).

Product List

Little Twinkle Wood-Mount Bundle [148413]	Little Twinkle Clear-Mount Bundle [148414]	Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper [146284]
Poppy Parade 8-1/2" x 11"" Card Stock" [119793]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050]
Pacific Point Classic Stampin' Pad [147098]	Pearlized Doilies [146936]	Twinkle Adhesive-Backed Sequins [146287]
Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]	Big Shot [143263]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]
Paper Snips Scissors [103579]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]	Stamping Sponges [141337]

 The Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper is one of the collections included in the Buy 3, Get 1 Free special this month with Stampin' Up!

• No Limit
• If  you order four packages of the same qualifying Designer Series Paper, you will need to enter three together and then order the fourth free item separately.
• Designer Series Paper ordered with Stampin’ Rewards is not eligible for the promotion.

• Nature's Poem Designer Series Paper [146338]
  
• Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper [146284]
• Under The Mistletoe Designer Series Paper [146921]
• Animal Expedition Designer Series Paper [146902]
• Best Route Designer Series Paper [146897]
• Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper [146913]
• Tranquil Textures Designer Series Paper [146331]
• Garden Impressions 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [146289]
• Tropical Escape 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [146916]
• Wood Textures Designer Series Paper Stack [144177]

Thanks for tuning in for today's scrapbook page and video tutorial and have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

With all merriment and last minute preparations ( I am sewing!!!) happening now, I wanted to share a quick post with this beautiful technique that can be used in card making any time of year.  If you're a scrapbooker, think about using this to create pretty elements for your layouts.

Our Stampin' Blends by Stampin' Up! are premium alcohol markers that would make a great gift for yourself or someone you know who loves to create.  Although it's too late for Christmas delivery, how fun would it be as a New Year's gift!

Earlier this month, I needed to create some sympathy cards and this stamp set used in the video below is the best!  Watch and see how quickly you can achieve this beautiful look for your works of he{art}!

Click here to see this stained glass technique on You Tube.

Below are some of the products used for these technique as well as the complete Stampin' Blends collection and Memento Tuxedo Black ink that you'll need if you are not embossing an image to color.

Current December Host Code: HHQMC6PW
Place an online order with me using the Host Code and receive a gift from me.  Please do not use the Host Code if your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax.  You will receive Stampin' Rewards from Stampin' Up! on your order and I will still send your gift!

Product List

Rose Wonder Photopolymer Stamp Set [140697]	Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101856]	Versamark Pad [102283]
Versamark Ink Refill [102193]	Gold Stampin' Emboss Powder [109129]	Year Of Cheer Specialty Washi Tape [144644]
Embossing Buddy [103083]	Pretty Label Punch [143715]	Old Olive Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144574]
Calypso Coral Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144042]	Stampin' Blends Markers Collection [147475]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Refill [133456]

Check out the Clearance Rack for great deals while supplies last!

Lisa's Inklings:

• I recommend that you emboss your image when stamp on vellum.  
• For stamping and coloring with Stampin' Blends on Whisper White card stock (or, other card stock), use the Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.
• Anyone need a last minute gift idea for you?  I can email Gift Certificates in any amount!

Thanks for checking in during this busy and joyful time of year!  I'll have an easy Christmas pouch in the next post that you can use for table favors or gift card holders.

Hope you'll give this stained glass technique a try...see you again soon!

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Today's project is a makeover of a different kind with something to mark the total eclipse of the sun. 

This card measures 4" x 6" and is just the right size for a photo pocket page to add photos and journaling.  Below are a few of the pictures that I will add to this 12" x 12" page.

Here are our guys crafting an addition to our viewing glasses for added protection.

Here's we are ready to view the eclipse...96% totality here in SW Missouri.

My handcrafted eclipse was created with the help of card stock vellum and a little sponging.

Were you able to view the total eclipse of the sun for your area?

Today's project is a simple pocket page for the new baby girl in our family using the Bundle of Love Memories and More card set and Specialty Designer Paper. 

The cards in this Memories and More set will work for pink or blue themed albums.  Just a simple flip of the card and you'll find one or the other color.  This beautiful designer series paper collection coordinates perfectly.  Here I have cut 4" x 6" pieces as place holders until I get my photos printed.  There are cards ready for journaling for memory keeping and accent cards such as the one seen here with the quote from the book by Robert Munsch, I'll Love You Forever.

Here are the supplies used for today's project which are available in my Stampin' Up! Online Store.

Product List

Bundle Of Love Card Pack [144207]	Bundle Of Love Specialty Designer Series Paper [144143]	Variety Pack 12" X 12" Photo Pocket Pages [144204]
Stampin' Trimmer [126889]

You can also use the Memories and More Card Pack for card making...see this baby card HERE.

SPECIALS:

BONUS DAYS ENDS SOON!

With each $50 in product purchase before shipping and tax, Stampin’ Up! will email you a $5 coupon to use in August! It's a fantastic time to splurge on items from your wish list, because you will get a coupon to use in August for every $50 you spend!  Shop Now!

Free Gift from Lisa with Purchase!

Host Code Thru July 30:
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Place an online order with me using the Host Code and receive a gift from me.  Please do not use the Host Code if your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax.  You will receive Stampin' Rewards from Stampin' Up! on your order and I will still send your gift!

If you have ever wanted to try preserving your photos and precious memories, this photo pocket page system is the way to go!  You can see all the Memories and More products here in the online store.

Hope this scrapbook page for our grandbaby has inspired you to create one for your children or grandchildren!