Today's Stampin' Up! card idea showcases the trending succulent and plant theme with the Plentiful Plants Bundle [155688]. 

This sweet card was designed by one of my assistants, Catherine...isn't it pretty?  I just love the color combination gleaned from the beautiful Bloom Where You're Planted Designer Series Paper [155696]. (This paper is ON SALE for a few more days!) Read all about this sale HERE!

Ready to create this succulent and plant-themed card yourself?  Here are the details!

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

Plentiful Plants Bundle (English)

[155688]

Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155776]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Cinnamon Cider 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153078]

Smoky Slate 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131202]

Bloom Where You're Planted 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155696]

Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154904]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad

[147089]

Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad

[155778]

Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad

[153115]

Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad

[155576]

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

[147115]

Pearl Basic Jewels

[144219]

Paper Lattice

[155697]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Stitched So Sweetly Dies

[151690]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Instructions:

Step 1: Cut the card base at 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”. Score at 4 1/4”

Step 2: Cut the designer paper at 4” x 5 1/4”. Ink the edges with Soft Suede ink. Adhere to the card base with liquid glue.

Step 3: Cut a strip of the Cinnamon Cider card stock at 3/4” x 4”. Add some glue and place it towards the bottom as shown.

Step 4: Rub the Memento Black ink pad over the Paper Lattice until all covered. Add liquid glue and adhere to the top center.

Step 5: Stamp your sentiment in Memento Black ink. Die-cut it out with the Stitched So Sweetly dies. Add liquid glue and adhere as shown.

Step 6: Stamp your flower pot stamp in the Cajun Craze on Cinnamon Cider card stock die-cut out. Die-cut then hanging basket in Basic White. Adhere over the flower pot.  Stamp greenery in Just Jade and Evening Evergreen and glue behind the flower pot. Adhere to the top left. Take one of the Sea Spray Pearls and color with the Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blend. Adhere to the top of the hanging basket.

Step 7: Stamp the other flower pot in Memento Black ink on the Smoky Slate card stock and die-cut. Stamp the greenery in Garden Green and Soft Succulent ink. Adhere to the back of the flower pot. Add your liquid glue and adhere to the right on top of the Cinnamon Cider strip.

Step 8: Die-cut the little flower pot in Smoky Slate card stock. Stamp the greenery in Soft Succulent and Just Jade ink. Glue to the back of the flower pot and adhere to the left side of the strip.

I hope you've been inspired to make your own succulent and plant-themed card with these beautiful Stampin' Up! products!

Today's project and video tutorial features an easy DIY gift package with a "sweet peach" gift idea.  These cute pens from Amazon are the perfect match for our peachy products!

This little packaging idea is so easy!  Just add a pretty tag and it makes it super special!

The following is the edited recording of my Facebook Live with this project.

Lisa's Inklings:

• You're A Peach Designer Series Paper [155686] is cut 3 x 6.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276] is about 4 x 4 to die-cut circle.
• Pale Papaya Cardstock [155668] is about 4 x 4 to die-cut scalloped circle.
• You can find the pens on Amazon- HERE.

Didn't I tell you that this was easy DIY gift packaging?  I have made almost a dozen of these!

I hope you have been inspired to try this.  Here's the list so you can get the supplies and the designer paper is still on sale but time is running out!

Product List

Sweet As A Peach Photopolymer Stamp Set

[155050]

You're A Peach 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155686]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155668]

Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad

[147104]

Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad

[155670]

Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

[147101]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Layering Circles Dies

[151770]

Artistry Blooms Sequins

[152477]

Baker's Twine Essentials Pack

[155475]

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

You probably have some of these supplies but, please, get this Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English) [155823]  and You're A Peach  Designer Series Paper [155686]. I have used it so much already!  You will love it!

Some reminders:

• Need a new mini (holiday) catalog?  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, e-mail me! If you do have a demonstrator, contact her/him!  They will be happy to send you a catalog!
• Designer Series Paper Sale ends in one week, August 2, 2021.   Three must-haves: You're A Peach Designer Series Paper [155686], In Good Taste Designer Series Paper [152494],and Beauty Of The Earth Designer Series Paper [155841]
• Are you on my email list?  I'll be announcing a fun end-of-month ordering promotion!  Don't miss it! (Plus, you get a FREE online card class just for signing up!)

Thanks for checking in today for this easy DIY gift packaging tutorial...it's your turn to give it a try!

Today we are taking a look at a cardmaking color trend that's floating around the world of paper crafting; using neutrals with a spot of color.

Notice that I didn't use the term "pop of color"?  With this trend, I've noticed subdued colors rather than bright or bold colors.  In Stampin' Up! terms, these would include colors from our Subtles or Neutrals Color Collections.  I've enjoyed challenging myself to follow this trend and hope you will be inspired to do so after seeing this video and these samples.

This video was a Premiere video on YouTube which is a series that I hope you will watch every Thursday evening at 6 PM Central.  These videos will vary in length from a few minutes to an hour and will remain on YouTube if you aren't able to join us for the Premiere.  However, if you are able to join at the Premiere time, you can participate in the LIVE chat if you are signed in to your Google or Gmail account.

If you missed it on YouTube, here's the video!

Lisa's Inklings for Card #1:

• Basic Black Cardstock [121045] card base is 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 plus you'll need a 2-1/8 x 2-1/8" square and about 3 x 4 for stamping and embossing.
• Petal Pink Cardstock [146985] layer is cut 4-1/8 x 5-3/8.
• The black and white print from the Simply Elegant Specialty Designer Series Paper [155761] is cut 4 x 5-1/4.
• You will need about 1/2 sheet of the Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper [149612].
• Basic White [159276]: 4 x 5-1/4 for the inside of the card.

Stampin' Up! Supply List for Card #1

All Squared Away Bundle (English)

[158382]

Create With Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set

[156058]

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

[149612]

Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146985]

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

[121045]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Simply Elegant 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[155761]

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad

[147108]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Versamark Pad

[102283]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Baker's Twine Essentials Pack

[155475]

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

Matte Black Dots

[154284]

Greenery Embossing Folders

[152716]

Petal Pink 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Organdy Striped Ribbon

[149441]

Water Painters

[151298]

Moving on to the second card showing this color trend in cardmaking...

I can't wait to send this birthday card! Here are the cutting dimensions so you can make one, too!

• Gray Granite Cardstock [146983] card base is 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• Night Of Navy Cardstock [100867] layer is 4-1/8 x 5-3/8 and you'll need a 3 x 4 piece for die-cutting.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276] is cut 4 x 5-1;4 for the inside of the card and you will need another small piece for die-cutting...about 2 x 4, and a small piece of the woodgrain print for die-cutting the flowers.
• In Good Taste Designer Series Paper [152494]: Large layer- 4 x 5-1/4, for die-cutting large label- 3 x 4.
• Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper [149612] for die-cutting- 3 x 4.

Stampin' Up! Supply List for Card #2:

All Squared Away Bundle (English)

[158382]

Gray Granite 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146983]

Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100867]

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

[149612]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

In Good Taste Designer Series Paper

[152494]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

Tasteful Labels Dies

[152886]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

[151326]

Are you ready to try this cardmaking color trend?  Get the supplies you need now and start making those beautiful creations!

Join me for my new YouTube Premiere videos beginning this Thursday, July 22, 2021, at 6 PM Central Time (7 PM ET, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT). You can sign in to your Google account to participate in the LIVE chat. 

I am excited to share some special projects with you!  This week, we will be focusing on a trend that I have been noticing in the paper crafting world...using mostly neutrals with just a spot of color.  I will be creating two cards with this trend that I think you will love!

So, be sure to subscribe to my channel now and head on over to YouTube tomorrow at 6 PM, Central Time.

And, if you're on Facebook, I will be LIVE there tomorrow at NOON, Central for a quick and fun project!

Reminders: 

• Designer Series Paper sale ends August 2nd.  See the papers that are on sale HERE.
• I am offering a Designer Paper Sale for the new mini catalog.  Get the details HERE.
• Need a new mini catalog?  If you do not have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would be so happy to serve you. Email me at lisa@inkandinspirations.com

Hope to see you tomorrow for some fun crafting time on Facebook and YouTube!

It's Monday and we are ready to get crafting with this simple stamping technique with the Stampin' Up! Stamparatus [146276] called hinge stamping. 

I love this Biggest Wish Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [155052] and these large greeting stamps were just right for this technique.

This is a fast motion video so take a couple of minutes to watch!

Isn't that a fun rubber stamping technique?  That Stamparatus is a gem!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Start with your Basic White Cardstock [159276] layer cut at 2 x 5. Stamp then trim down.
• Cut your Pool Party Cardstock [122924] layer 1/8 or 1/4 inch larger that our trimmed stamp piece.
• Cut the back Basic White layer 1/8 or 1/4 inch larger than your previously cut Pool Party layer.
• Card base is Pool Party Cardstock [122924]5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• Hand Penned Designer Series Paper [155499] is cut 4 x 5-1/4.

I love this card and can't wait to send it to a friend! Or, wait... we are all friends here!  Leave a comment below by Friday, Noon (CT) July 23rd, and I will conduct a random draw to send it to one of you!

And, if you'd like to try making it yourself, here are the supplies! 

Stampin' Up! Supply List:

Biggest Wish Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[155052]

Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122924]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Hand Penned 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155499]

Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad

[147106]

Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad

[155670]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Pale Papaya 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon

[155672]

Stamparatus

[146276]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Thanks for checking in today for this fun rubber stamping technique with the Stamparatus and remember to leave a comment below!

It's Thursday and I am super excited to share a cardmaking tip for layering with you! 

The Color & Contour Bundle (English) [158356] was not on my "radar" when the Stampin' Up! catalog was released but the dies were irresistible which "forced" me into buying the bundle. Let me tell you... I have not regretted it one bit!  This combo is beautiful and so versatile.

Another surprise to me was this new In Color, Pale Papaya. It was my LEAST favorite when these new In Colors from Stampin' Up! were released this past spring.  Admittedly, it has been the color most used in this new collection. Go figure!  Stampin' Up! will not lead me astray.  This Pale Papaya color is gorgeous!

Let's take a look at the video so you can see it in action. :)

Lisa's Inklings:

• Pale Papaya Cardstock [155668] card base is cut 5 -1/2 x 8-1/2.
• Pale Papaya layer is cut 4 x 5-1/4.
• You will need approximately 5 x 4 of Basic White Cardstock [159276] for stamping and cutting
• Pansy Petals 12" X 12"Designer Series Paper [155807] is cut 3 x 4 to die-cut.

Did you catch that layering tip at the end of that card-making video?  It was an afterthought but you can totally incorporate that technique during the process.

Now it's time for you to give it a try! You will love this Color & Contour Bundle (English) [158356]!

Just click the links below!

Shopping List!

Color & Contour Bundle (English)

[158356]

Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155668]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Pansy Petals 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155807]

2021–2023 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155641]

Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad

[155670]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Pale Papaya Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[155519]

Soft Succulent Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[155521]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Tasteful Textile 3 D Embossing Folder

[152718]

Pale Papaya 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon

[155672]

Linen Thread

[104199]

2021–2023 In Color Jewels

[155571]

Get what you need to create this sweet card and try this cardmaking tip for layering...I'd love to see what you create!

Make a gift extra special with a handmade gift tag with the Stampin' Up! Sweet As A Peach Bundle and coordinating You're A Peach Designer Series Paper [155686]! 

While the size is that of a standard card, there is a mini card on the front that makes it perfect for putting the finishing touch to your gift wrap or gift bag.  You can either tape it down to your wrapped box or attach it to your gift bag with ribbon or twine. Just punch a small hole in one of the upper corners.

Are you ready to see how it all comes together?  Let's go!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Pear Pizzazz Cardstock [131201] card base is cut 4-1/4 x 5-1/2.
• Calypso Coral Cardstock [122925] is cut 8 x 3 and scored at 4 for the mini card.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]- 2-7/8 x 3-7/8.  You will need scrap for stamping and die-cutting.
• You're A Peach Designer Series Paper [155686]- Large layer is cut 4 x 5-1/4.  For mini card, cut 2-7/8 x 3-7/8.

The patterned paper used on this card is 15% off right now along with eight other beautiful collections!

Here's another card made with this beautiful paper!

Now it's your turn to make this birthday gift tag!  You can click the links below to shop and your package will be delivered to your door!

Product List

Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English)

[155823]

Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122925]

Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131201]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

You're A Peach 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155686]

Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad

[155670]

Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad

[147104]

Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

[147101]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

Pale Papaya Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[155519]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Pale Papaya 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon

[155672]

Your friends and family will love receiving your gift with a touch of your heart added to it!  Make this handmade birthday gift tag soon and see the delight in the eyes of your loved ones!

It's time for Craft & Chat Live with Lisa on Facebook, Saturday (tomorrow) at Noon Central Time, (1:00 PM Eastern, 11:00 AM MT, 10:00 AM PT). I will be going LIVE on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You may CLICK HERE to go there at Noon Central.  When you check-in at that time and do not see the LIVE video in progress, please refresh your page.

Hope to see you Saturday on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook!

If you've ever used Stampin' Up! patterned paper in cardmaking (formally known as Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper), you know what a statement it makes on your handmade creations.  The beautiful prints and patterns are inspiring and can be the starting point of any card.  Pick a specific sheet and you can decide on a theme, color scheme, and even the size of your card.

Today's project features the gorgeous Beauty Of The Earth Designer Series Paper [155841]. This is one of the collections of patterned paper that is on SALE right now through August 2nd.

Here's the video that shows the process of the creation of this card.

Lisa's Inklings:

• The card base is Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676] cut 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• The textured piece is Bumblebee Cardstock [153077] cut 4 x 5-1/4.
• Beauty Of The Earth  Designer Series Paper [155841] strips are cut 2 x 5-1/4 and 1 x 5-1/4.
• Beauty Of The Earth Designer Series Paper [155841] foliage print approximately 4 x 4 to die cut.
• Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119686] is cut 3 x 4 to die cut tree.

The Beauty Of Friendship Bundle (English) [155834] and coordinating projects are great for making cards for anyone on your list. Here's another card idea using just the stamp set with ink and paper.

If you think it's time to add these products to your collections, you can click the links below and the supplies will ship directly to your door.  When you shop with me, it enables me to continue to share and provide how-to videos to help make you the best paper crafter that you can be!

Product List

Beauty Of Friendship Bundle (English)

[155834]

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

[133676]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Bumblebee 8-1/2X11 Cardstock

[153077]

Beauty Of The Earth 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155841]

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Painted Texture 3 D Embossing Folder

[154317]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels

[151193]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

[138309]

Now that you've read this post, I hope you are inspired to create a card with beautiful Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper.

Let the patterned paper guide you to beautiful cardmaking ideas!

Today's video has a tip for mounting the photopolymer stamps on clear blocks. 

The high-quality stamps from Stampin' Up! are produced in photopolymer (clear) stamps or in red rubber, cling mount stamps. Our cling red rubber stamps help you stamp images with intricate detail. Our photopolymer clear stamps make it easy to align multiple images on one project. 

The ease of use of the photopolymer is awesome but because these are so flexible, there is a tip I'd like to offer for mounting.  Let's take a look...

Here are more Rubber Stamping 101 Tips:

• First time using your photopolymer stamps
• New to rubber stamping?
• Quick fix for an "oops"!

Now that you've read this post, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel to get notifications of all of my videos and have access to all of my tips, cardmaking, and paper crafting ideas. 

Thanks for tuning in for my quick tip for mounting photopolymer stamps!

Today's cardmaking video tutorial features this easy angle cut technique.  This is such a fun look and so simple to achieve. 

In the video tutorial, you will see how one cut can add such an interesting touch to your card front!

Let's take a look!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] for card base is cut at 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• You will need a piece of Basic White for the angle cut...2-1/2 x 5 plus some smaller pieces for die-cutting.
• Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122925] is cut 3-7/8 x 5-1/8 plus some scrap will be needed for die-cutting the flowers.
• You're A Peach 12" X 12"  Designer Series Paper [155686] is cut 2 x 5.

You could do this technique with any color of card stock and designer paper.  But, this Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English) [155823] and You're A Peach 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [155686] is perfect for summer.  Here's another sweet card made with these products.

If you'd like to try this easy angle cut technique as seen in this video, here is the list.  If you need any of the supplies, please click on any of the images below.

Thank you for shopping with me!

Stampin' Up! Product List

Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English)

[155823]

Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122925]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

You're A Peach 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155686]

Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad

[155670]

Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad

[147104]

Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

[147101]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad

[147105]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Pale Papaya 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon

[155672]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

[138309]

Now it's time to create!  Make one of these easy angle cut techique cards and get it in the mail...be the light; send a card!

Today's project is a card for a friend featuring the retiring Flowering Cactus Product Medley (English) [154559] from Stampin' Up! 

Creativity comes easy when you have great coordinating products as in this medley.

 The Flowering Cactus Product Medley (English) [154559] includes these exclusive products:
* 15-piece Flowering Cactus Photopolymer Stamp Set
* 48 sheets of 6" x 6"  Designer Series Paper: 8 each of 6 double-sided designs
* Die-cut felt sheets: 4 each of 2 colors
* Linen thread combo pack: 10 yards each in natural and Calypso Coral colors
* 10-piece Flowering Cactus Dies (use with Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; compatible with the Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine)

Here's the how-to video for today's card for a friend...

Lisa's Inklings:
-Mint Macaron[138337] card base is cut 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
-Basic White Cardstock [159276] is cut 4 x 5-1/4 plus a small piece for the sentiment.
-Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676] is cut 3-1/4 x 4-1/4 plus you will need some scrap pieces.
-Designer Series Paper from Flowering Cactus Product Medley (English) [154559] is cut 3 x 4 and the piece that you will need to die cut the cactus.

Having all of these coordinating products in one sweet package is awesome!  And, you can add other tools/dies from your stash that will work great, too!

How about picking up this fabulous product medley while it's still available? Just simply click on any image below to have it shipped to your home right away! Thank you so much for choosing me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator!

Product List

Flowering Cactus Product Medley (English)

[154559]

Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[138337]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

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

[133676]

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Tailor Made Tags Dies

[155563]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Now that you've read this post, jot down the name of a friend that you know that could use a card of encouragement and follow through with that.  You can make a card for a friend in need with some of these beautiful coordinating Stampin' Up! products!

Let's start the week off with a fun fold birthday card for children ...or, the young at heart!  This Sweet Ice Cream Bundle makes the cutest cards!  Choose a bright designer paper and you can have a sweet card in minutes. 

Everyone loves a fun fold because there is something special about it, right? Let's take a look at how this one is made!  If you like making fun fold cards be sure to try this one!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122924] is cut 5-`/2 x 8-1/2 and scored at 2-1/8 and 4-1/4.
• Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122924] and Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702]: small pieces (about 3 x 4) for die cutting.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] 2" strips for stamping and punching and 5-1/4 x 4 for the inside.
• Designer Paper: 3 pieces cut at 1-7/8 x 5-1/4.

You could use any layering die-cut labels for the focal point.  Remember that only the left side is glued to that very first panel.

If you’d like to create this fun fold birthday card, these are the main supplies that were used.   The designer paper has sold out so choose one that would coordinate with your card stock colors. 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 image below and it will ship directly to your home. Thank you!

Product List

Sweet Ice Cream Bundle

[156244]

Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122924]

Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100702]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

 

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

Cinnamon Cider 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153078]

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

Cinnamon Cider Classic Stampin' Pad

[153114]

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

[147092]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Hippo & Friends Dies

[153585]

Artistry Blooms Sequins

[152477]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Today's post features an easy technique for creating faux ribbon for your handmade cards.  This was one of the very first techniques that I learned when I first began my journey with paper crafting and cardmaking.  On a recent Facebook live, I demonstrated this technique and found that several viewers had never tried or seen this technique.  This led me to take a clip from the video and share it with all my viewers. 

Let's take a look at this simple technique to create faux ribbon using a Bone Folder [102300] and some cardstock strips.

Lisa's Inklings:
-Strips of cardstock should be cut 3/8 to 5/8 for best results to create the faux ribbon.
-Run the side edge of the Bone Folder [102300] along the cardstock strip at least twice.
-Separate the layers slowly and carefully.
-Use Mini Glue Dots [103683] to make the bow.
-Try this technique on a larger piece of cardstock to create a fun textured layer for your handmade cards.

This card was made with minimal supplies including stamps, ink, and paper.  For cardmaking and paper crafting, basic tools/supplies are also needed which include Paper Trimmer [152392], Bone Folder [102300], Paper Snips [103579], and adhesives such as Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] and Mini Glue Dots [103683].

If you'd love to make a card like this one, please click on the images below to shop and your supplies will be shipped directly to you.  There is no added cast to shop through these links and I truly appreciate your support of my business.

Product List

Beauty Of Friendship Photopolymer Stamp Set

[154983]

Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153081]

Merry Merlot 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146979]

Beauty Of The Earth 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155841]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad

[153118]

Merry Merlot Classic Stampin' Pad

[147112]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Blending Brushes

[153611]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Hope you've enjoyed this introduction or reminder of this technique! Now it's time for you to create a card using this faux ribbon technique for handmade cards.

Let's start the week off with a birthday gift card holder with the Sweet Ice Cream Bundle [156244] from the Stampin' Up! January- June 2021 Mini Catalog.  While the stamp set and coordinating punch are carrying over into the annual catalog, this precious coordinating Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper [154567] is not and is on the Last Chance List from this current mini.

The inside of this card has an easy fold-up gift card pocket which can also hold cash or a small gift! The triple-decker ice cream cone you see below is cut from the Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper [154567] that is being discontinued.

Let's take a look at the how-to video tutorial for this easy birthday gift card holder.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Blackberry Bliss  Cardstock [133675] is cut 4-1/4 x 11 and scored at 4-3/4 and 9-1/2. You will also need a 3 x 4 piece for die-cutting.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276] - 2 pieces cut 3 x 4, one for die-cutting and one for the inside of the card.
• Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper [154567] - 1-1/2 x 4 and 4-1/4 x 4-3/4.

Easy Birthday Gift Card Holder

You can easily make this birthday gift card holder for any occasion!  Take a look at the supply list below and click on the photos of what you need to order. 

Thank you to all of my U.S. crafting friends who place orders with me in support of my business!

Product List

Sweet Ice Cream Bundle

[156244]

Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133675]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper

[154567]

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

[147092]

Cinnamon Cider 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153078]

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad

[147108]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

[151326]

Playing With Patterns Resin Dots

[152467]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Stitched Rectangles Dies

[151820]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Thanks for tuning in today!  Now it's time for you to try this birthday gift card holder and let me know if you do!