Triple Threat

Today I am going to show how you can make 3-6 cards all at once.  Thus, the name, Triple Threat!

This was so much fun because you can put together so many different patterns.  I focused only on three of them in my Triple Threat video, so that is what is shown here.  

SIDE NOTE: I apologize, I did make a couple of mistakes.  In the video I mentioned the Designer Series Paper was cut at 3-1/4" and it should be 3-3/4".  I also said that the pinkish cardstock was Calypso Coral and that is wrong, it is Flirty Flamingo. 

To choose your colors, I would first decide on which Designer Series Paper (DSP) you want to use.  Look on the back of the DSP pack and see what colors are in that DSP set.  Stampin' Up! makes it easy to choose and match colors that will make beautiful cards!  I used the Hello Irresistible! Designer Series Paper.

You start by cutting your base cards, and second, your DSP paper and your cardstock background.  Here are the details:

PAPER:

Base Card: 

•  Basic White 4-1/4" x 11" 
• Decorative Punch: 3 - Basic White

Cardstock:

• Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, and Lost Lagoon 4" x 5-1/4" each
• 2-3/8" Circle punch of each colored cardstock

Designer Series Paper: watch the video carefully to see how this part is done.

• Hello, irresistible! choose three sheets that you like together and cut them in one pile at 3-3/4" x 5" 
• Next place the top-left point, and the bottom-right point 1" from the track and cut.
• Then place the bottom point (left-bottom point) in the track and cut.  

STAMPS & DIES:

• Uniquely Artistic Photopolymer Stamp Set
• Go To Greetings Cling Stamp Set

INK:

• Soft Seafoam
• Pretty Peacock

ADHESIVES:

• Multipurpose Liquid Glue
• Stampin' Seal
• Stampin' Dimensionals

EMBELLISHMENTS:

May add any that you would like.  I didn't use any in this example.

TOOLS:

• Bone Folder
• Paper Trimmer
• Pick Your Tool if you wish to add embellishments

Thank you for joining me today.  If you would like to purchase any of these products, please visit my shop, or click on the product(s) below.  Happy Stamping!

Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133679]	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119683]	Hello, Irresistible 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161139]
Uniquely Artistic Photopolymer Stamp Set [158935]	Go To Greetings Cling Stamp Set (English) [158763]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Seal [152813]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
Bone Folder [102300]	Take Your Pick [144107]	Paper Trimmer [152392]

Easy Peasy Christmas Wish!

Some of you are probably thinking it's too early to be making Christmas cards.  Well, in my home, in the month of October, I spend time watching football and making around 35 Christmas cards each year.  Since October is only 2 weeks away, guess what's on my mind?  

Many of you are in the spirit of Halloween and that's fine.  But some of you will be thinking Christmas before too long and I want to give you some ideas to help you get started with your stamping.  Today's blog is no exception.  This card is as simple as they come.  That's why I call it an "Easy Peasy Christmas Wish!

Here's what you will need:

PAPER

• Base Card:  Cherry Cobbler 5-1/2" x 8-1/2 ", scored at 4-1/4"
• Inside Layer: Basic White 5-1/4" X 4"
• Top Layer:  Joyful 12' X 12" Designer Series Paper cut at 5-1/4" x 4"

STAMPS AND DIES

• Stars at Night Photopolymer Stamp Set
• Stylish Shapes Dies

INK

• Shaded Spruce Classic Ink Pad
• VersaMark Pad
• Real Red Stampin' Blends Combo
• Shaded Spruce Stampin' Blends Combo

EMBELLISHMENTS

• Gold & Vanilla 3/8" Satin Edged Ribbon
• Adhesive-Backed Glitter Sequins
• Basic Embossing Powders

ADHESIVES

• Stampin' Seal

TOOLS

• Bone Folder
• Stampin Cut & Emboss Machine
• Paper Trimmer
• Paper Snips
• Embossing Additions Tool Kit
• Heat Tool

You can visit my video to see exactly how the card is put together. You can purchase your products today by going to my shop or click on the desired products below.  Thanks for joining me today, have a great weekend, and happy stamping!

Product List

Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119685]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Joyful 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [161980]	Stars At Night Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [162000]	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Versamark Pad [102283]	Real Red Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154899]	Shaded Spruce Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154903]	Stampin' Seal [152813]
Bone Folder [102300]	Take Your Pick [144107]	Embossing Additions Tool Kit [159971]	Basics Embossing Powders [155554]	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]
Paper Trimmer [152392]	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]

Homemade Hug

I think you will understand when I mention the fact it seems this world has lost its love for each other.  I don't mean just different races, but I also refer to our family and friends. When was the last time you were in contact with those you love?  Social Media is a great way to be connected, but in many ways, it also has disconnected us. Whether we want to admit it or not, we all long for the handshake, the hug, the personal/face-to-face laughter, and the conversations. It saddens me when Christmas comes around, and many are left alone because no one even sent something as simple as a card to say, "I'm thinking of you this holiday." It used to be that a special card or letter sent in the mail was so exciting to receive, and we felt loved and appreciated by the sender!  It was personal and not shared with the rest of the world to see or read. That personal moment is why I do what I do.  I love to send cards to let my loved ones know they've been on my mind and my prayers have been for them. 

Today is no exception.  The card I am sharing today is a special way to say, "I love you".  It's very easy to make and a lot of fun to put together! Here's what you will need:

PAPER

• Base Card: Sweet Sorbet Cardstock 4-1/4" X 11", scored at 5-1/2"
• Basic White:
• 5-1/4 X 4" Inside Layer
• 2-1/8" X 1-1/2" for the Easel Picture
• 2" X 1-1/2" for the sentiment
• scratch piece for the brushes
• Early Espresso Cardstock 4" X 3"
• Shaded Spruce 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" 
• Holographic Trio 12" X 12" Specialty Paper

STAMPS & BUNDLES

• Crafting With You Bundle

INK & COLORS

• Real Red Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
• Shaded Spruce Blends Combo Pack
• Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
• Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad
• Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad
• Watercolor Pencils

ADHESIVES

• Multipurpose Liquid Glue
• Stampin' Seal
• Stampin' Dimensionals

TOOLS

• Bone Folder
• Paper Trimmer
• Mini Cut & Emboss Machine

Check out my YouTube Video to see exactly how it is put together.  Take a look at my shop and click on Shop Now to get your products today!  Or, you can click on any of the products below and it will take you straight to my shop to order what you want.  Thanks for joining me today!  Have a great weekend! Happy Stamping!

Product List

Sweet Sorbet 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159268]	Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119686]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981]	Crafting With You Bundle (English) [161226]
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]	Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad [159216]	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Real Red Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154899]
Shaded Spruce Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154903]	Watercolor Pencils [141709]	Stampin' Seal [152813]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
Bone Folder [102300]	Paper Trimmer [152392]	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]