These detailed skeletal leaves from Loyal Leaves Stamp Set #152544, create great MASCULINE cards!! Ink the leaves with Old Olive and then add Pretty Peacock edges using the "rock & roll" method, then print! Such GREAT detail!!

These two rectangles are the SAME size. Simply off set them for an interesting layer!

Here is a totally different look in brown hues. Look how the 2020-2022 In Color 6 x 6" Designer Series Paper #153070 shows thru the skeletal leaves!

The sentiment is layered using the Lovely Layers Pick a Punch #152883. Remember to stamp for the men, too!!

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Something old, something new! This is the NEW Lovely You Stamp Set #152525 paired with the Vases Builder Punch #147040! It's a match made in Heaven!

These colors give a feel of Autumn, which just around the corner!

Don't you LOVE the vases! They are Silver Foil Paper embossed with the Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Fold #150646 and then punch out with the Vases Builder Punch!! So unique!

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One of my FAVORITE Stampin' Up! Cruise pictures!! 

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My friend and Team member, Barb Faulkner, created this ADORABLE Have a Hoot #153389 card!! This is a sneak peek from the Aug.-Dec./Holiday Catalog beginning AUGUST 4th!!

The sky background is a watercolor wash of Misty Moonlight ink. The Moon is the 1-1/2" Circle Punch. Wink of Stella Glitter Brush #141897  is a must for the Moon, Owl Eyes and wispy streaks in the sky! 

What a CUTE Halloween card, Barb! Thanks for sharing!

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Sneak Peek of Celebration Tidings Bundle #155201 in the August-December/Holiday Catalog beginning August 4th!! This versatile stamp set covers Fall, Christmas and Valentines! It's a winner with awesome layering dies!

This is an EASY fun fold TAB CARD: make a standard card. Cut off 1" of the right front and use it as a TAB. Score the 1" strip at 1", fold and attach to the back of the card so the strip folds over the front of the card when it's closed!

I mounted three stamps on one block for fast stamping on the coordinating die cut label. The label is attached to the 1" TAB strip.

The plaid is from Plaid Tidings 6 x 6" Designer Series Paper Pack #153527. There are 24 different plaids for all types of needs! Get ready for the AMAZING NEW August-December/Holiday Catalog that begins AUGUST 4th!! HURRAY!!

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Do these look familiar? These are desiccants used to keep pharmaceuticals and other products from getting damp. They contain a naturally occurring mineral, gypsum, to absorb moisture. Instead of throwing the packets in the trash, I toss the desiccant packets into the bottom of my Card Stock File! WHY? Because paper fibers absorb moisture and odors.  Helps keep my paper supplies fresh!!

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if your art makes you happy that's all that matters! If your art pleases your eye, that's enough. Creating is an innate need.

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VELLUM adds softness to this detailed Peony image from the Prized Peony Stamp Set #152504. Stamp the sentiment on Vellum using a Tuxedo Black Momento Pad. Allow to dry to avoid smearing.

Champagne Rhinestones #151193 are the only embellishment required.

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INSTANT cards! Did you over look the Flowers for Every Season Memories & More Cards & Envelopes #153101 in the annual catalog?

The Memories & More card bases are 4-1/2 x 6-1/4" and PERFECT for a 3 x 4" layer!! These are designed to pair with the Memories & More Card Packs, but I love to use them as FAST bases for my stamping!! This is the Loyal Leaves Stamp Set #152544.

This layer was stamped then embossed with the Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder #152718 for lots of TEXTURE!

Aren't all these leaves wonderfully detailed! Try this FAST idea using the Memories & More Cards and Envelopes!

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Guest stamper, my friend and Team member, Michelle Miller, created this CUTE fun fold using Blossoms in Bloom Stamp Set #152684!

To create this fancy fold, start with a 5-1/2 x 4-1/4" base. Center and attach a narrow card cut 2-1/2 x 11", scored at 5-1/2". It's simple and striking! 

Such cheerful colors! This is one of my very favorite stamp sets and bundles in the Annual Catalog!! Thanks for sharing, Michelle! LOVELY card!  

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It's WHALE fun!! This whale was PUNCHED from the Whale of a Time 6x6" Designer Series Paper #152460 using the Whale Builder Punch #152699! Quick! Easy!

The Whale of a Time Suite #154126 makes fun cards for any age!

To create this square fancy fold card: cut base card 4 x 11", score at 2, 3-3/4, 7-1/4 and 9". Use a standard envelope instead of a square envelope which would require additional postage in the US. 

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