Father's Day is Sunday here in the U.S. so today's project is a super easy card for that occasion. It was made with the Come Sail Away Memories and More Card Kit and Come Sail Away Designer Series Paper.

Take a look at the video tutorial for this simple cardmaking process...

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card base is Soft Suede cut at 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" and folded in half at 4-1/4".
• The designer paper is cut 4" x 5-1/4".
• The card stock backing the Memories and More card measures 4" x 3-1/4".
• Cut the trim a little longer than needed and trim to fit.

Here are the supplies to make this Father's Day card.  Just click the links to learn more.  If you do not have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I will be happy to serve you and honored to earn your business!

Product List

Come Sail Away Memories & More Card Pack [149552]	Come Sail Away Designer Series Paper [149481]	Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]
Soft Suede 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [115318]	Sahara Sand 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Woven Threads Trim [149499]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]
Sail Away Trinkets [149482]	Glue Dots [103683]

I was so excited to see this awesome suite of products in the new Stampin' Up! catalog.  The coordinating stamp set and dies are wonderful!

Take a look at these project samples!

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Now, head on over to the Online Store to shop for these amazing products! Thanks for stopping by today to take a peek at this easy Father's Day card!

Let's start the week off with a handmade card idea that you can complete in a hurry!  It's all about being prepared and creating a few "blank" cards when you have the time!  Blank = without a sentiment.  We all have those times when we need a card in a jiffy and realistically, there is not time to start from scratch. Today's video tutorial features the card above and idea for you not to find yourself in a situation where you do not have the card you need.

You will also see all of our beautiful new Stampin' Up! In Colors for 2019-2020.  I have to be a honest...at first glance, I wasn't that impressed with these colors.  But, once I started working with them, I LOVE them.  And, Stampin' Up! is right on trend.  You can see these colors in fashion, home decor, and nail polish!

Let's take a look at the video tutorial for this handmade card.

Here's the card done in Purple Posy.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card base is Smoky Slate cut at 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" or 4 1/4" x 5 1/2".
• Large cardstock layer is cut 4" x 5 1/4".
• Smoky Slate layer is 3 1/4 x 4 1/4.
• Designer Paper is cut 3" x 4".

I have all of these below in my stash for when I need a card with a specific theme or sentiment.

Here are the supplies to create the Rococo Rose card. Just click on the links to shop! 

Product List

Botanical Bliss Cling-Mount Stamp Set [151284]	Well Said Cling Stamp Set [148796]	Smoky Slate 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [131202]
Rococo Rose 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [150882]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	2019–2021 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [149617]
Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad [147113]	2019-2021 In Color Faceted Dots [149607]	Rococo Rose 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Scalloped Linen Ribbon [149704]
Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]	Paper Snips Scissors [103579]	1-1/2" Circle Punch [138299]

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In a little over one hour from now, 1:00 PM Central, Stampin' Up! will be discounting SOME of the items on the Last Chance List!

SALE ITEMS from the Chance List can be found HERE.

Here's my list of what I think are the must-haves that will be on SALE!  Remember, do not delay...only good while supplies last through June 3rd.

Product List

• Tranquil Tide 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144246] Sale Price $6.80
• Nature's Poem Designer Series Paper [146338] Sale Price $9.35
• Share What You Love Specialty Designer Series Paper [146926] Sale Price $24.30
• Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]$15.30
• Incredible Like You Project Kit [148552]$20.25

Here are the photos of my list above to refresh your memory!

Product List

Tranquil Tide 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144246]	Nature's Poem Designer Series Paper [146338]	Share What You Love Specialty Designer Series Paper [146926]
Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]	Incredible Like You Project Kit [148552]

Don't delay!  Check out the Online Store at 1:00 PM Central!

Now for the second event!  Next Tuesday, June 4th, is the launch of the new Stampin' Up! catalog and it's also my birthday!

Come celebrate the launch of the new Stampin' Up! Catalog and my birthday!   New Project idea videos! Door prizes! LIVE broadcasts throughout the event! Ordering Incentive- Place an order on my birthday using the Host Code UDPSX3TM, and receive a gift from me plus double Ink and Inspirations Customer Rewards! Join the event here then tune in on June 4th!

Stampin' Up! has some really pretty stamp sets that are retiring and Time for Tea is one of them. This is a card that I made using some of the beautiful coordinating Spot of Tea dies which can be purchased with the stamp set as a bundle.  Keep in mind that these products are only available for one more week and only while supplies last!

The Tea Room Suite from Stampin' Up!® is a beautiful collection of products that make for simply elegant cardmaking.  The Tea Room Specialty Designer Series Paper is a beautiful collection with 24 sheets in one pack!

Here is the video for this card:

You can find the Time for tea photopolymer HERE in the Online Store.  Get it while you can!

Here is another project with this bundle that is one of my favorites!

Isn't that an adorable tea pouch to give as a gift?  It's easy to make, too!  See the video HERE.

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***Proceeds from Stampin' Up! orders placed in my Online Store through Midnight, Tuesday, May 28th, will be donated to the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.
https://www.fallenpatriots.org/
Mission: To provide college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  If I can help you with anything, please let me know.  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I will be honored to serve you.  You can shop online anytime here in my Online Store.  You may also call or e-mail me.

Thanks for stopping by today to see these sweet projects made with the retiring Time for Tea Bundle. 

Now, click here to go see all of the retiring products that will only be available for a few more days!

Memorial Day is a holiday here in the U.S. where we honor and remember those who have lost their lives while serving our country as part of the United States Armed Forces.

***Proceeds from Stampin' Up! orders placed in my Online Store through Midnight, Tuesday, May 28th, will be donated to the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.
https://www.fallenpatriots.org/
Mission: To provide college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.

I thought it would be fitting to share some patriotic projects from the past today.  These aren't necessarily projects for Memorial Day but those that bear our nation's colors.

See the full card and video for the project below HERE.

Here's an idea for a simple USA banner. See the project video tutorial on this post.

If you've been following me long enough, you'll remember the Define Your Life stamp set used on this card HERE.

Love this easy and fun patriotic party favors.  The video tutorial can be seen HERE.

To all those who have lost loved ones in the line of service, my thoughts and prayers are with you this Memorial Day and we are grateful for their sacrifice.

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!

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When seeing the His Grace stamp set in the Stampin' Up! Occasions catalog, it went on my Wish List and I am so glad to finally have it for some handmade cards.  The John 3:16 verse is one that will be used over and over again on cards for the Caring Cards Ministry in our church.  Be sure to put it in your cart since this beauty did not make the carry over list into the new catalog.

On this particular card, the designer paper has already sold out as it was on the retiring list but you will be able to use card stock or a designer paper with a small print or pattern to get the same effect.

Here's the video tutorial for today's cardmaking project.

Here are the supplies for this project.  Just click the links below for more information.

Product List

His Grace Cling Stamp Set [148676]	Tranquil Tide 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144246]	Shimmery White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101910]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Delightfully Detailed Laser-Cut Specialty Paper [146907]	Share What You Love Specialty Designer Series Paper [146926]
Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin' Pad [147146]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Bermuda Bay Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144600]
Mossy Meadow Light Stampin' Blends Marker [148545]	Stampin' Blends Color Lifter [144608]	Big Shot [143263]
Layering Ovals Framelits Dies [141706]	Sponge Daubers [133773]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]

Here is a photo of the inside of the card...

Details:

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• Orders $150: Do not use the Host Code! You will automatically qualify for my FREE gift and you will earn Stampin' Rewards.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  If I can help you with anything, please let me know.  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I will be honored to serve you.  You can shop online anytime here in my Online Store.  You may also call or e-mail me.

Thanks for stopping by today for this cardmaking project with the retiring His Grace stamp set from Stampin' Up! and now visit the Online Store to shop while this set is still available!

It's graduation time and cash is usually a much-appreciated gift for this milestone! 

Today's project is an easy to assemble folder that you can make that for cash or check to present to a graduate. The video was originally recorded to porst on my Facebook page in lieu of my usual Thursday evening LIVE. 

The bundle featured here is the Well Said Cling Bundle from the Occasions Catalog.  Buy now so you can bundle and save!  Purchase these two coordinating products and save 10%.

Here's the video tutorial with the demonstration and the how-to:

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cardstock is cut 6 1/2" x 9".
• Score at 3" and 6-1/4".
• Cardstock layer for the outside front is cut 6 -1/4" x 2-3/4" and for the inside it is 6" x 2-1/2".
• Designer Paper Layer is cut 6" x 2-1/2"
• You will need approximately 18" of ribbon.

Here are the basic supplies that you would need for this project.

Product List

Well Said Cling Bundle [150609]	Gorgeous Grape 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146987]	How Sweet It Is 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [148568]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad [147099]	Sparkle Glimmer Paper [146957]
Starburst Punch [143717]	2" Circle Punch [133782]	Big Shot [143263]
Glue Dots [103683]	Simply Scored [122334]

Details:

• Orders $50-$149.99: You must apply the host code to receive the FREE gift.
• Orders $150: Do not use the Host Code! You will automatically qualify for my FREE gift and you will earn Stampin' Rewards.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  If I can help you with anything, please let me know.  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I will be honored to serve you.  You can shop online anytime here in my Online Store.  You may also call or e-mail me.

Thanks for tuning in for this graduate gift idea and I'll see you again soon!

There will be a new, pre-recorded video tonight at 6:00 PM Central Time (7:00 PM Eastern,5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PT) on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 6:00 PM Central. 

If you are unable to join in at that time, not to worry! You may watch the recording which will be posted there for you to see.

This evening's project will be an idea for a gift for a graduate!

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Mother's Day is Sunday so here's a fun fold card idea that you can make now.  This is the card that I sent to both of our daughters.  

The sentiments from the Strong and Beautiful stamp set fit well for many occasions or a "just because" card.  Here are some other samples.

This set in combination with the beautiful (and, retiring!) All My Love Designer Series Paper makes a perfect "bouquet of handmade love" for someone special.

Here's the video tutorial to help you get started!

Lisa's Inkings:

Base Card stock is cut 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
Card stock flap and fold piece is cut 2 3/4" x 8" and scored at 4".-Designer Paper is cut 5 1/4" x 4" and 2 1/2" x 3 3/4".
Whisper White for inside and outside sentiments may vary depending on die used.
Colored card stock layer behind outside sentiment should be 1/4" -1/2" bigger than the Whisper White.

Need some of the supplies seen in this video?  Just click the links below to shop! 

Product List

Strong & Beautiful Cling Stamp Set [148732]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]	Lovely Lipstick 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146970]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Pad [147140]	All My Love 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [148576]
All My Love Ribbon Combo Pack [148584]	Simply Scored [122334]	Big Shot [143263]
Rectangle Stitched Framelits Dies [148551]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]

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

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Thanks for stopping by today!  Hope you can use this Mother's Day fun fold card idea for someone dear to you!

There will be a new, pre-recorded video tonight at 6:00 PM Central Time (7:00 PM Eastern,5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PT) on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 6:00 PM Central. 

If you are unable to join in at that time, not to worry! You may watch the recording which will be posted there for you to see.

This evening's project will be a pretty Mother's Day card.

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Mother's Day is this Sunday so here's an easy little gift box that you can create in minutes. 

What can you tuck inside this box?  How about a gift card?  Maybe you could add a pair of earrings or a sweet bracelet.  Movie tickets might be nice.  Or, concert tickets to one of her favorites! 

My granddaughter asked me what I'd like for Mother's Day and I asked her to color a picture for me.  It's never to early to start them on the value and uniqueness of "handmade".

Whatever you decide, this little gift box will hold most any little treasure that you'd like to give.  Are you ready to see how to

You probably have the supplies to create a little box like this but this stamp set is definitely one you'll want to add to your collection.  It's at the top of the list below.

Product List

Strong & Beautiful Cling Stamp Set [148732]	Needlepoint Nook 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [148807]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050]	Simply Scored [122334]	Poppy Parade 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Mini Striped Ribbon [146938]
Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995]	Paper Snips Scissors [103579]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]

Here are the details for making the box.  You know you are going to want to make it more than once!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut designer paper to 6" x 9-1/2".
• Score at 1-1/4" from both ends with the 6" side at the top.
• Turn and score along the 9-1/2" side at 1, 2-1/4, 5-1/4, and 6-1/2.
• Whisper White for stamping is cut 1/2" x 3-1/4".
• Poppy Parade to layer behind the sentiment is cut 3/4" x 3-1/2".

Now it's time for you to create the Gift Box for Mother's Day and I'll see you in the next post...have fun!

Today's tip video answers the question about what to do when you run out of a specific color of cardstock and you really need to finish the project.

We've all been there, haven't we?  Those times when you need a piece of THAT color and your scraps are all way too small.

In this cardmaking video, two of the Stampin' Up! retiring In Colors are used.  But, since that recording, those particular cardstock colors are OUT OF STOCK!  What's a crafter to do?

Take a look at the video below and see an easy solution that works for me.

If you enjoyed this post, please read on and be sure to...

• Receive more paper crafting and card making ideas and tips from me. 
• Earn a FREE stamp set with my Ink and Inspirations Customer Loyalty Rewards Program.
• CLEARANCE RACK! Check out the Clearance Rack where you can save up to 60%!
• Save 10% when you purchase one of the Stampin' Up! coordinating product bundles.
• Find over 800 paper crafting and cardmaking video tutorials on my YouTube channel!
• Follow me on Pinterest.
• Follow me on Instagram.

Details:

• Orders $50-$149.99: You must apply the host code to receive the FREE gift.
• Orders $150: Do not use the Host Code! You will automatically qualify for my FREE gift and you will earn Stampin' Rewards.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  If I can help you with anything, please let me know.  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I will be honored to serve you.  You can shop online anytime here in my Online Store.  You may also call or e-mail me.

If you have any questions for me to answer regarding cardmaking, rubber stamping, or paper crafting, please leave a comment below.  I will do my best to answer and if I don't know, I will find out!  Hope you will try this tip when you run out of a specific color of cardstock!