Here's a birthday card made with the Artfully Layered Bundle and a vellum tip.  The summery, tropical feel of this card is nice for late spring and summer birthdays here in North America.

When using vellum, you have to be a little sneaky with your adhesive so that it doesn't show through the other side.  In this short video on YouTube, you can see how the placement of the greenery hides the adhesive.

Click the image below to view the video on YouTube.

Here are some details/ dimensions for this card:

• The card stock base is 4-1/4 x 11;scored at 5-1/2.
• The designer paper is cut 3-3/4 x 4.
• The vellum is cut at 3-3/4 x 4 backed by Basic White in the same color.

Stampin' Up! Product List

• Artfully Layered Bundle (English) [157761]
• Artfully Composed 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [157750]
• Vellum 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Layering Designs [157764]
• Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131201]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Evening Evergreen 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155574]
• Versamark Pad [102283]
• Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Basics Embossing Powders [155554]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]

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Thanks for tuning in today for this birthday card with a vellum tip using the Artfully Layered Bundle from Stampin' Up!

Today's project is a little tag made with the Sweet Songbirds Bundle (English) [158727] from the new Stampin' Up! Catalog for Teacher Appreciation Week.

Mia graduated from pre-school this week and she gave her teachers this sweet flowering plant with a little handmade tag.

If you have been following me, you know that we have been caring for our 92-year young dad after a lengthy stay in the hospital.  We are getting him set up so that he can remain in his home with everything that he needs.  So...I have not had much time to play with all my new Stampin' Up! goodies but I did make time to make these tags for Mia. :)

My new Decorative Circle Punch [159174] had not yet arrived so an old circle punch was used for the bird.  You could also stamp and punch the bird with the coordinating bird punch. The sentiment is also punched with a retired punch but you can just cut a 3/4" strip of paper for the sentiment.  Mia's mom just wrote the teachers' names and that it was from Mia on the back of the tag.

Here are the supplies used for this tag:

• Sweet Songbirds Bundle (English) [158727]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Sweet Sorbet 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159268]
• Tea Boutique 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [158659]
• Decorative Circle Punch [159174]
• Parakeet Party Classic Stampin' Pad [159208]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad [147115]
• 2022–2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack [159195]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

Thank you for your support! Each time you place an order through my online store, it supports my business and allows me to continue sharing!  I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

Use the Sweet Songbirds Bundle (English) [158727]to add to your gifts to show teacher appreciation!

Here's an easy fun fold pocket card with Stampin' Up! Hello Ladybug for today's project.  This project was one of two featured in a recent YouTube Premiere.

With one easy fold on a standard size card base and a simple card stock insert, you can create a pocket card that will hold a special note, a gift card, or some cash.

Here's the recording of the recent YouTube Premiere with the how-to for this fun fold card...

Stampin' Up! Hello Ladybug Easy Fun Fold Pocket Card

Lisa's Inklings:

• Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199] base is cut 4-1/4 x 11 and scored at 1-1/2and 5-1/2.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] is cut 1-1/4 x 4 to stamp on and 3 x 5-1/4 for the insert.
• Designer Series Paper is cut 3-3/4 x 4  for the outside of the pocket and 1 x 3 for insert.
• You will need a scrap piece of Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793] to punch the two daisies.

The insert, as seen above, is just right for a little note. If giving as a gift, there is room for your gift card or cash.

Below is the list of supplies used for this project:

• Hello Ladybug Bundle (English) [157699]
• Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Pattern Party 12" X 12"  Host Designer Series Paper [155426]
• Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050]
• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995]
• Playing With Patterns Resin Dots [152467]
• Medium Daisy Punch [149517]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

Each time you place an order through my online store,  it supports my business and allows me to continue sharing!  If you do not have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I would be honored and grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

Thanks so much for tuning in today!  Try this Stampin' Up! Hello Ladybug easy fun fold pocket card when you give a gift card or cash for Mother's Day or Graduation!

Welcome to our Customer Spotlight with Cindy Cooper!  Cindy has been a customer for several years and is a super talented card maker!

Our Customer Spotlight highlights one of my Stampin' Up! customers that share some information about themselves by answering a short survey.  Here's Cindy!

• How long have you been paper crafting?
  6 years
  
  
• What is your favorite stamp set?
  In the Meadow, Meadow dies, loving the Tropical dies lately
  
  
• What is your favorite color or color combination?
  Greens, love Shaded Spruce and Evening Evergreen
  
  
• What is your favorite type of paper crafting project or technique?
  Cards
  
  
• What is your best tip for your fellow paper crafters?
  Always make at least two!
  If one falls short you'll have a second chance and if they both win you'll have an extra for later or display!

Here are some beautiful cards that Cindy created recently...

Cindy creates many beautiful cards and has a great eye for color and design.  Thank you so much for sharing with us, Cindy!

If you'd like to be featured in a future Customer Spotlight post, e-mail me!

Here's a bright and cheery rainbow of happiness birthday card and video tutorial for you to create!

The  Ombre 12" X 12" Specialty Paper [155784] on this card makes it extra special.  And, it's fun to make up our own rainbow colors when we are creating, isn't it?  

Here's a quick look at how this card came together.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Gorgeous Grape 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146987] base is cut 4-1/4 x 11 and 2 pieces for borders cut at 1 x 6.
• Subtles 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [155229] layer is cut 4 x 5-1/4.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] is cut 2-3/4 x 5-1/4, 1/2 x 5 for sentiment, and 4 x 5-1/4 for the inside of the card.
• Ombre 12" X 12" Specialty Paper [155784] is used to cut the rainbow arches.

Here are the supplies used for this birthday card:

• Celebrating You Cling Stamp Set (English) [158028]
• Gorgeous Grape 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146987]
• Subtles 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [155229]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Ombre 12" X 12" Specialty Paper [155784]
• Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad [147099]
• Brilliant Rainbow Dies [157726]
• Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels [158130]
• Stripes & Splatters 3 D Embossing Folders [157980]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Paper Snips [103579]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]

I truly appreciate you shopping with me. Every order placed through my online store helps support my business and I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

News for You:

• FREE Shipping tomorrow only, April 21, 2022, in my Stampin' Up! Online Store.  Need help?  I will be happy to place your order! E-mail me!
• GIVEAWAY! See how to enter to win my Ink and Inspirations Craft Candy 1 HERE.
• Join our community of stampers!  Become part of our Stars Team by purchasing the Starter Kit.  $125 worth of Stampin' Up! product for $99 with FREE shipping!  Hobby stampers and business builders are welcome!    
• Have questions or need help?  Email us at lisa@inkandinspirations.com

Thanks for tuning in for this Stampin' Up! Rainbow of Happiness Birthday Card Video Tutorial so please share it with a friend!

The Stampin' Up! Hello Ladybug Bundle (English) [157699] is a stamp set and punch bundle used to make the birthday card seen here. This card was one created in my latest YouTube Premiere.  The red and black ladybug looks great with this buffalo check print from the DSP.

Sometimes just offsetting your cut layers can make a simple layout look fabulous.  Here's the section of the video for you to see just how this card is put together.

Lisa's Inklings:
Card base is Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] cut at 4-1/4 x 11 and scored at 5-1/2.
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] is cut 2-1/2 x 4 and textured with the Splatters 3D Embossing Folder and 2-1/2" strip for stamping and cutting the leaf.
Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [147095] is cut 3 x 4-1/2.
You will need about a 3 x 3 piece of Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482] to die-cut the circle.
Pattern Party 12" X 12" Host Designer Series Paper [155426] is cut 3-1/2 x 5.

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used to create this card. Thank you so much for shopping with me. I am honored for you to choose me as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and I will work hard to keep you inspired to use your Stampin’ Up! supplies!

• Hello Ladybug Bundle (English) [157699]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990]
• Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482]
• Pattern Party 12" X 12" Host Designer Series Paper [155426] (Can only be earned with Host Rewards)
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [147095]
• Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
• Matte Black Dots [154284]
• Layering Circles Dies [151770]
• Black & White 1/4" Gingham Ribbon [156485]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Stripes & Splatters 3 D Embossing Folders [157980]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]

Receive a FREE embellishment gift from Lisa with an order of $50 or more before shipping and tax.  Click here to shop!

REMINDERS:

• There are still some items on the Last Chance List with discounted prices!
• See how to enter to win my Ink and Inspirations Craft Candy 1 HERE.
• Join our community of stampers!  Become part of our Stars Team by purchasing the Starter Kit.  $125 worth of Stampin' Up! product for $99 with FREE shipping!  Hobby stampers and business builders are welcome!    
• Have questions or need help?  Email us at lisa@inkandinspirations.com

Now that you've read this post, try making this birthday card with the Hello Ladybug Bundle (English) [157699] and post it on our Ink and Inspirations Stampers Group on Facebook!

Welcome to our Customer Spotlight with Norresa Allen!  Norresa is a long-time customer and a dear friend who is more like family!

Our Customer Spotlight highlights one of my Stampin' Up! customers that share some information about themselves by answering a short survey.  Here's Norresa!

1. How long have you been paper crafting?

Off and on since 2006

2. What is your favorite stamp set?

Right now, my favorite is the Color & Contour Stamps and Dies

3. What is your favorite color or color combination?

I love different shades of pinks and purples

4. What is your favorite type of paper crafting project or technique?

Greeting cards

5. What is your best tip for your fellow paper crafters?

When creating a card, make one or two duplicates for future use!

Here are some beautiful cards that Norresa created recently.

Norresa has been a member of my local stamp club in Texas.  In addition to being an avid cardmaker, Norresa loves to travel, is a fabulous cook, and a great seamstress.

Thank you, Norresa! 

If you'd like to be featured in a future Customer Spotlight post, e-mail me!

Join Lisa this evening for a YouTube Premiere with two projects created with the adorable Hello Ladybug Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.  You will see see two cardmaking ideas and one is a fun fold pocket card!

Visit the link below to set a reminder to see the video when it premieres. Sign in to your Google account so we can chat!

Go there now to set a reminder!

Thursday, April 14, 7 PM ET, 6 PM CT, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT

See you this evening on YouTube!

Say Happy Birthday with this springtime card featuring the Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream Bundle.  The white card base really makes those daffodils stand out and give the card a fresh clean look.

Here are the details for this birthday card...

• Cut Basic White Cardstock [159276] card base at 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” and score at 4 1/4”.
• Use a Bone Folder [102300] to give it a good crease.
• Cut Ornate Layers Dies [152726] piece in basic white.
• Add dimensionals to back and adhere to card base front.
• Use the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] to cut 2 of the blades of grass and cut the pieces to build the daffodil back layer in the So Saffron and the top layers in the Crushed Curry.
• Glue all those pieces together to make your daffodils.
• Glue these to the stems and adhere to the card front as shown.
• You will have to trim off the stems even with the card front.
• Stamp your sentiment from the Timeless Tulips Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [151534] and use the label die from the Meadow Dies [155852]to cut out.
• Trim off the ends of the die so you’re just left with the stitched edge showing.
• Glue your sentiment down to the flowers on the front.
• Add a glue dot to the butterfly and adhere to the corner.
• Add the rhinestones as shown with your Take Your Pick [144107] tool.
• Tie a bow, add a glue dot, and adhere.

Here are the supplies used to make this card.  Just click the links below to see these in the online store.

• Daffodil Daydream Bundle [157795]
• Timeless Tulips Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [151534]
• Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]
• So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [105118]
• Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Mint Macaron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154889]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Meadow Dies [155852]
• Ornate Layers Dies [152726]
• Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Take Your Pick [144107]
• Bone Folder [102300]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Paper Snips [103579]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

This Daffodil Daydream Bundle [157795] has been very popular!  Here's another get well card made with this floral bundle.

Join Lisa this evening for a YouTube Premiere with two projects created with bee-utiful nature stamps with the Honeybee Home Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.  Lisa will show you how she incorporates paper crafting projects into home decór.

Visit the link below to set a reminder to see the video when it premieres. Sign in to your Google account so we can chat!

Go there now to set a reminder!

Thursday, March 31, 7 PM ET, 6 PM CT, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT

See you this evening on YouTube!

P.S.  Mystery Host Event ends tonight!

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It's time for Makeover Magic #3 with a simply stamped card with a background colored with Watercolor Pencils [141709].  It's quick and easy coloring and gets a smooth and blended look with Blender Pens [102845]

The original card is below with a black and white background.  Which do you prefer?

It was very easy to re-make a card much like this one.  Used on the makeover was print from the Abstract Beauty 4" X 6" Specialty Designer Series Paper [158039].

You can visit the original post here for the measurements so you can make this card, too.

If you want to try this card with these same items, click on any link below to order and have it shipped directly to your home. I would be honored for you to choose me as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and I will work hard to keep you inspired to use your Stampin’ Up! supplies!

Product List

• Hello Beautiful Bundle (English) [158047]
• Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [115316]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Abstract Beauty 4" X 6" Specialty Designer Series Paper [158039]
• Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad [147091]
• Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090]
• Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad [155670]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Ornate Floral 3D Embossing Folder [152725]
• Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Watercolor Pencils [141709]
• Blender Pens [102845]

This card design is a good one for using a simple sentiment with some of our beautiful Stampin' Up! designer paper. Try it with one of your favorite sentiment sets that you have on hand or order and use this one from the Hello Beautiful Bundle (English) [158047].   

Now that you've read all of this post with simply stamped cards with a black and white background and a background with color, leave a comment below with your favorite!

Today's project is an angle cut fun fold pocket card for a birthday.  This design is a fun way to show off patterned paper.  Since the paper in this card is no longer available, you can substitute the Expressions In Ink 12" X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper [155464] that is on the Last Chance List.

In the picture below, you can see the angle cut and the pocket that holds the layered piece for the sentiment.  You can see the how-to in the video on this post. (Begin at 12:16)

Here are some details and measurements for this card.

Lisa's Inklings:

• The patterned paper is cut 5-1/4 x 12 and is scored at 4 and 8.
• The Pear Pizzazz Cardstock [131201] is cut 5-1/2 x 4-1/2 and 4 x 5 for die-cutting.
• The Very Vanilla Cardstock [101650] : 1/2 sheet for die-cutting.

You can add any of the supplies used on this project into your own craft space by clicking on any of these listed below.

Product List

• Biggest Wish Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [155052]
• Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131201]
• Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [101650]
• Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad [155670]
• Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad [155576]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Stitched So Sweetly Dies [151690]
• Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels [151193]
• Tear & Tape Adhesive [154031]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Evening Evergreen 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon [155573]
• Expressions In Ink 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [155464]

The Biggest Wish Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [155052] is a good occasion stamp set to have in your collection.  You can make several combinations for some of your most needed cards.

Now that you've read this post, make an angle cut fun fold pocket card and share it in our Ink and Inspirations Stampers Group on Facebook.

There are just a few more days to participate in the first Coffee & Cards Online Mini Workshop from Lisa Brown, Ink and Inspirations.

In the workshop video, you'll see three cards made with the Artfully Layered Bundle but the designs can be used with any stamp set.  Here are the details:

 ● The mini-workshop will be open from March 22 through March 28, 2022.

● Place a minimum order of $50 or more (before shipping and tax) by March 28 and receive the three card kits that were demonstrated during the workshop video. The offer is good until March 28th or before the kits are sold out.

Order with Lisa Brown, Ink and Inspirations.

***PLUS... The first 10 customers to place an order of $50 or more (before shipping and tax) will also receive the Sea Glass embellishments. After the first 10 qualifying $50 orders have been placed, a different embellishment pack will be sent to those placing a qualifying order of $50.

● There will be two drawings for prizes from those who place an order by March 28th. The prizes are two Calming Camelia Host Stamp Sets.

● Orders for the supplies will be placed once the workshop closes on the 28th. The kits and embellishments for those who qualify will be mailed by April 4, 2022.

● This offer is only good through Lisa Brown, Ink and Inspirations.
To Shop---> Shop with Lisa Solis Brown, Ink and Inspirations

Here are the three cards featured in the workshop video...

Are you completely out of a color of card stock?  See how to fix that problem!

Discover how to use your stamps to create backgrounds.

See how you can easily mix coordinating prints on a card.

Now, here is the recording for Coffee & Cards #1.

Place your order now to receive the kits for the Coffee & Cards Online Mini Workshop #1!

Here's a fun thank you card created with the Stampin' Up! Hello Beautiful Bundle (English) [158047].   The abstract stamps and shapes can really make some pretty and unique cards.  You can see another card, a fun fold, that was made with the Hello Beautiful Bundle HERE.

Another element that really contributes to this card is the coordinating paper, DSP.  It has a variety of abstract and fun prints with splashes of gold.  Making intentional die cuts with that hexagon die can really show off that metallic shine.

Here are some measurements and details so that you can re-create this card.

• Bumblebee Cardstock [153077] is cut 4-1/4 x 11 and scored at 5-1/2.  You will need another piece cut 4 x 5-1/4 to use with the Hive 3 D Embossing Folder [157955].
• Blushing Bride Cardstock [131198] layer is cut 3-1/4 x 4.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: 3 x 4 for layer on top of Blushing Bride, 2 x 3 to stamp and die cut sentiment, and 4 x 5-1/4 for the inside of the card.
• Abstract Beauty Specialty Designer Series Paper [158039]: Several pieces with coordinating colors for hexagons and a 1 x 4 strip for the inside of the card.
• The Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326] is colored with the dark marker from the Magenta Madness Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153106].

If you’d like to create the exact same design like me, this is everything I used. I would be thrilled if you shopped with me if you are a crafter from the U.S. You can do so by clicking on any product name below and it will ship directly to your home. Thank you!

• Hello Beautiful Bundle (English) [158047]
• Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock [153077]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131198]
• Abstract Beauty 4" X 6" Specialty Designer Series Paper [158039]
• Magenta Madness Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [153106]
• Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad [153117]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326]
• Hive 3 D Embossing Folder [157955]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]

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