I have a guest stamper today, my friend and team member, Shari Wicks of Florida! What a VERY SWEET card she made featuring the Host Stamp Set, Holly Jolly Layers!
The Stitched Shapes Framelits and the Layering Squares Framelits are a perfect pair!! Lovely, Shari!! Thanks for sharing. Please note: the NEW Stitched Shapes Framelits have sold out and will be back in stock the end of January. Put them on your WISH LIST!!
Stampin' Up!'s Cookie Cutter Christmas BUNDLE is so versatile. The punch that looks like a Gingerbread man, also punches out this reindeer when you use it upside down!!
This is a cute fold - a card inside of a card! It's NOT a pocket.
Measurements for this card are very flexible. I cut Island Indigo card stock 8-1/2 X 4/1/4" and scored it at 5-1/2". I cut the Basic Black Card stock 8-1/2 X 3-1/2" scored at 4-1/2". Center the smaller card on the largest area of the bigger card. Interlock flaps.
I have most of my Christmas cards in the mail - do you???
Cookie Cutter Christmas BUNDLE
#143493 - $35
17 photopolymer images & punch
Don't you LOVE a quick card made with scraps?? Here you go! Cut four designer series papers 1-7/8" X 2-1/2". TIP: IF YOUR PAPER CUTTER ALLOWS, CUT THEM AS ONE SHEET, because then they will be the same size and fit perfectly! I used the Warmth & Cheer 6X6 Designer Series Paper Stack.
The secret is MARKING THE CENTER of your card for perfect placement. Use a little extra TOWBOW LIQUID GLUE so you can S-L-I-D-E the paper into the exact position! Using too little liquid glue causes the liquid to dry quicker and GRAB....halting your adjustments! I embellished with Glimmer Papers for a POP! I used only SCRAPS! Demonstrators, this is an excellent Make & Take for any season! Try it!
Warmth & Cheer
48 double-sided sheets
6X6" Designer Series Paper STACK
#141991 - $10
These cute little critters are the center of an "interlocking gate card!" If you need to speed up your card making, color just ONE COLOR. It's really OK!
When you are spacing items, start in the MIDDLE and work outward!
Merry Mice
7 stamp images
Mr. Moose was one of the "favorites" at a recent card class I did! He's so cute all decked out for the Holidays!!
The colors are: Very Vanilla, Dapper Denim, Basic Black and Sahara Sand.
Definitely whimsical!
Jolly Friends BUNDLE
21 photopolymer stamps
plus Hat Builder Punch
Shari Wicks, my friend and team member from Florida, made this FESTIVE Curled Paper Wreath using the Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper. It's ADORABLE!!
The strips are 1/2" wide and curled from the center out using a bone folder. Shari used this video as her source: Kristin
This CLEVER idea could be made up for any season!! TRY IT!!
Cane Candy Lane
Designer Series Paper
12 double-sided sheets of 12X12"
Lots of things to put into this VERSATILE jar!! Here is a festive holiday candle.
The Cable Knit DYNAMIC Embossing Folder is a favorite of mine! It adds a cozy sweater look. Colors are Old Olive and Real Red.
Jar of Cheer
#142161 - $21
13 photopolymer stamps
Here's a SWEET Christmas card! This "jar" is so VERY versatile! The jar is in the Everyday Jars Framelits Dies #141490.
I made a reverse mask and stamped the candy inside the jar. The 1/2" Circle Punch perfectly cuts out the candy to place outside the jar.
Inside I added a "scrap" of the Candy Cane Designer Series Paper to save it from the trash!!
Jar of Cheer Stamp Set
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I love this quick, clean NO LAYER look! Did you see my post from yesterday? Just scroll down to see how I created "PEN-A-FRAME."
I used the Project Life Journaling Pen to frame these cards. I also use these handy, waterproof and fade resistant pens for addressing my envelopes.
Project Life Journaling Pens
#135304 - $5 - 2 pens
Don't you love multiple uses for your tools? Check out this simple NO LAYER CARD DESIGN using a framelit in a DIFFERENT way!
Stamp an image, then "PEN-A-FRAME." Just lay a framelit on your card. Use the "05" (larger) tipped Project Life Journaling Pen to trace around the INSIDE of the framelit! SO SIMPLE! Want a double line? Now trace around the OUTSIDE of the framelit. Skip the tracing line when you come to the image. Add a bold sentiment.
Click back tomorrow for two more NO LAYER CARD ideas!!
Project Life Cards & Labels Framelits Dies
#135707 - $25 - 5 dies
KISS = keep it simple stamper! This card is classic & simple.
This is one quick punch with the Confetti Stars Border Punch. I backed the Black layer with Silver Foil Paper for SHINE! Sentiment is from the Star of Light Stamp Set. Very Easy! Try it!
Confetti Stars Border Punch
What do you think? ADORABLE? YAY!!
Start by stamping and punching THREE Cookie Cutter Christmas "gingerbread men." Score the little characters exactly down the center. Crease well.
Glue half of one character to the half of another. Repeat. Attach to your card. Easy! Folds flat for mailing.
Did you notice this cute coordinating little charm? It's in the Christmas Trinkets Embellishments #141997.
What a "SWEET" card to send or receive!! Don't forget that this Candy Lane Designer Series Paper #141981 is part of the Buy Three Get One Free Promo ending Oct. 31, 2016.
Cookie Cutter Christmas BUNDLE
#143493 - $35
17 photopolymer images & Builder Punch
This Star of Light image is two-step stamping.
I started with a quick, light "wash" of Soft Sky ink on Watercolor Paper. After it dried, I stamped the open image in Bermuda Bay and then add the bold image with Soft Sky ink. Since the images are photopolymer, it's a cinch to line up!
I LOVE these classic words!
Star of Light Stamp Set
also available bundled w/ dies
Simple elegance! Dark night sky!
I can't read these words without singing them in my mind.
The white star in the center is die cut from Shimmery White Card Stock. I put Tear & Tape on the back of the Shimmery White and die cut the star, cutting the tape at the same time. This works great because no liquid glue squishes out and shows. Try it!
Stamp of Light BUNDLE
21 photopolymer images & 7 dies
Don't you LOVE a cute & simple card? The Jolly Hat Builder Punch is quick and easy...plus it create hats that fit multiple creatures found in the coordinating stamp set, Jolly Friends, available bundled with this cute punch!
A strip of Red Glimmer Paper and Candy Cane Lane Designer Washi Tape #141985 add some "SNAP" to this quick card! Remember, Washi Tape is "repositionable!"
Jolly Hat Builder Punch
Also available in a bundle.
Santa cannot find Elf No. 2!
Where is he??
The SNEAKY Elf is HIDING behind Elf No. 1 ! GIGGLE! Oh my gosh I LOVE these Double "Z" Fold cards! SOOO many possibilities!!!
Here is my pattern: Start with your base card stock cut 5-1/4" X 11". Score at 5-1/2" and 2-3/4" which creates a standard "Z" fold. AFTER scoring cut off 1" on the long side. Now you have two Z's to fold and attach. TRY IT - SO FUN!
First I attached the 1" strip - note that it goes under the Emerald Envy Envelope Paper I used as background paper on the FRONT panel. I attached the hiding Elf first, closed the card and lined up the second Elf on top of the hiding Elf. SIMPLE!
Jolly Friends Bundle
21 photopolymer images & Hat Builder Punch
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Sweet & Simple in PINKS!
Base card is Pink Pirouette layered with Basic Grey. This card idea was inspired by Shawn. I have made several variations and love the look!
Enjoy hopping around our PINK WORLD - go to the next stop!
It's time to stamp for Halloween! Try a fancy fold paired with Pumpkin Pie Glimmer Paper!
This fancy fold PANEL CARD really shows off the Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series Papers #142022! Get the folding directions HERE.
No extra postage is required.
DON'T CUT - punch instead!!
Cookie Cutter Builder Punch
(also available in a Christmas Bundle)
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PSSST: Designer Series Paper Sale - TOMORROW
This SPOOKY scene was created by friend and Team member, Janell Lewellen of Illinois!
I love all the DETAILS!
Janell has a unique cut on the end of the vellum sentiment! Very effective "SKY!"
Spooky Fun BUNDLE
#144437 - $36.75
19 photopolymer stamps & 6 dies
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PURE ELEGANCE created with trendy Copper, classic Gold and basic Black! The base is Basic Black with a layer of Copper Foil Paper. Then I added Fabulous Foil Designer Acetate for the MAGIC! I only have one good photo because it's a difficult finish to photograph because of the SHINE!! Try this combo - YOU will love it!!
Fabulous Foil Designer Acetate
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Cable Knit Embossing Folder pairs so sweetly with the JAR OF CHEER #142161 - $21.
I used the jar to create a snow globe with the cute little snowman!
Colors are Real Red and Pool Party! Scroll down to see another use of the Cable Knit.
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Time to start your Christmas Cards!!
Aren't these unique?! I LOVE THE CABLE KNIT DYNAMIC EMBOSSING FOLDER #143537 - $10 from STAMPIN' UP!
These colors are Real Red and Emerald Envy.
To use this DYNAMIC Embossing Folder, SPRITZ your card stock with water before running thru the Big Shot to soften the paper and get DEEPER TEXTURE! Use only the TOP CUTTING PLATE - NOT two cutting plates because this folder is THICK!
Cut the embossed card stock in strips between the cable designs.
Start in the center and attach the cable strips to the front of a base card. I LOVE Tombow Liquid Glue because it bonds well in my humid climate.
Open the card and trim off any excess cable.
A cheery, COZY Christmas Card!!
Extra strips created this festive frame!
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My next post is ANOTHER idea with the Cable Knit!
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This is "PANEL CARD" WEEK!
I'm beginning with this CUTE set: Totally Trees. I have two VERY different creations.
Hey NORTHERN friends, this one is for you! I LOVE the Cable Knit DYNAMIC Embossing Folder #143537 !! Remember to lightly spritz your card stock with water before running it thru the Big Shot so it's flexible! This card says CHILLY AUTUMN, for sure!!
This design is for my SOUTHERN friends and uses the SAME stamp set, card fold and layout, but looks totally different! The photopolymer allowed me to bend the image and create three different angles on the palm trees!
FREE Panel Fold Pattern HERE
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"SIT DOWN" Treats will make you GIGGLE!!! Don't you love a little "goodie" on the table for your guests?!?! Grab your Stampin' Up! Cookie-Cutter Punch, coordinating stamps & individually wrapped Life Savers.
1. Stamp, color & punch "little characters." I RECOMMEND using THICK WHISPER WHITE CARD STOCK #140272.
2. Score across the top of the legs.
3. Sandwich a Life Saver between two heads using Glue Dots. DONE!
GET THE KIDS TO HELP!!
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Cookie-Cutter Halloween
Cookie-Cutter Punch
(also available as a Bundle w/ Christmas images)
It's LABOR DAY in the USA! Goodbye summer - Hello autumn! Totally Trees Stamp Set from the NEW 2016 Holiday Catalog has lots of tree shapes to create amazing Fall & Christmas greetings!!
One of the great assets of Photopolymer stamp images is FLEXIBILITY! The red arrow show the image as it was created. I simply curved the image as I mounted it on the block to create a "HILL."
I also slightly curved the "THANK YOU" to repeat the curve of the Thoughtful Banners sentiment frame. TRY IT!
Totally Trees Stamp Set of 27 images
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