Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Embossed Cards

There are many ways to emboss a card, however. today I am sharing with you the simplest option.  That is through the use of an embossing folder.  Placing your cardstock in an embossing folder and running it through the Stampin' Cut and Emboss machine goes quickly and raises images that make your cards elegant and fun to create!  This example is a Christmas or seasonal card using the Stars at Night Hybrid Embossing Folder.   


Here's what you will need:

PAPER
  • Base card:  5-1/2" X 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4" Night of Navy Cardstock
  • Outside Layer: 4" X 5-1/4" Boho Blue Cardstock
  • Inside Layer: 4" X 5-1/4" Basic White
STAMPS AND EMBOSSING FOLDERS
  • Stars At Night Bundle
INK
  • Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
  • Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad
ADHESIVES
  • Stampin' Seal
  • Mini Glue Dots
EMBELLISHMENTS
  • White Iridescent 1/2" Ribbon
  • Rhinestone Basic Jewels or
  • Tinsel Gems - Three Pack
TOOLS
  • Bone Folder
  • Take Your Pick
  • Paper Trimmer
  • Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
You can check out my video to see how easy it is to make this card.  If you are interested in purchasing any of the products, visit my shop, or click on the image(s) below.  Thanks for stopping by today!  Happy Stamping!

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Two Sided DSP

If you are looking for an idea of how to get rid of some of the Designer Series Paper that you have extra of around the house, today's card is a very simple card to help you use it up.  This is so simple that you could make several cards at one time using a set of the DSP.  Lots of thank you cards or birthday cards, etc. I got this idea from Jackie Bohluis, Klompen Stampers, another Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.


Here's what you will need:

PAPER:

  • You will need a 6" X 6" piece of Designer Series Paper (DSP) that has two sides that you would like together.  I used the Countryside Inn 12" x12" DSP and cut it down to the 6" X 6".  From this smaller piece of paper, you will make several cuts:
    • 3/4" X 6" is cut on one side, you won't need this strip, but the end that you cut it off from will become the "bottom" of your sheet.  
    • (2) 1"- 5-1/4" cut from the right side of your sheet.
    • You should now have a piece that is 4" X 5-1/4" left over.
  • Next you will cut a 5-1/2 "square of a coordinating cardstock. Score at 1" on one side of the square. I used Night of Navy Cardstock
  • Basic White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock for your sentiment
Be sure to watch the video on how to assemble.  It is so unbelievably easy and makes a fun, creative card! 

STAMPS:
  • Go To Greetings
INK:
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
EMBELLISHMENTS:
  • You can use whatever you want, I chose to make a bow with the Boho Blue 3/8" Textured Ribbon
ADHESIVES:
  • Stampin Seal
  • Multipurpose Glue
  • Mini Glue Dots
  • Stampin' Dimensionals
TOOLS:
  • Bone Folder
  • Oval Punch
  • Paper Trimmer

You can go to my shop to purchase any products used in today's project, or you can click on the product below.  That will take you to my shop. Be sure to check out the video that shows just how to assemble this card.  You won't believe how simple it is!  Thanks for joining me today!  Be sure to hit the like and subscribe buttons and let your friends about this blog as well.  Have a great day, and Happy Stampin'!




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Fractured Card Technique

 I spent some time today looking for ideas for different techniques and ways to make cards. Once in a while, as a crafter, your mind needs a little more inspiration!  😊

Today I'm going to share with you a technique that seems to have become a bit popular, and I found it fairly easy to make!  I got this idea from Lynn Dunn, Stamptastic Designs, another Stampin' Up demonstrator.


Here's what you will need:

PAPER:

  • 4" x 5-1/4" of a Designer Series Paper (DSP) that you want to use. Choose this piece first and then find your desired color scheme based on your DSP paper.  I used Glorious Gingham, 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper.  The color I chose was the Blueberry Bushel -- large Gingham sheet.
  • 5-1/2" X 8-1/2", (scored at 4-1/4") of a coordinating color cardstock.  I used the Blueberry Bushel.
  • I cut (4) 1/4" X 5-1/2" strips using the Blueberry Bushel cardstock. 
  • Basic White, 2-3/8" square
  • Other Cardstock used was:
    • Berry Burst
    • Fresh Freesia 
    • Early Espresso
    • Holographic Trio 12" X 12" Specialty Designer Paper

STAMPS & BUNDLES

  • Using the Stylish Shapes Dies, I chose the 2-3/8" square.  You will want to use a shape that will be 2-3/8" or smaller in order to work with this card technique.
  • I then used the Share a Milkshake Bundle to make my focal point.  

INKS

  • Berry Burst Classic Stamp Pad
  • Fresh Freesia Classic Stamp Pad
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

ADHESIVES

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

TOOLS

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

Now that you have all the products you need, watch my video to see how it all goes together and enjoy making your own!  If you wish to purchase any of these products be sure to go to my shop and order.  Otherwise, you can click on the products you want below, and order that way.  Thanks for visiting today!  Be sure to click the subscribe button and the like button.  Share with others how they too can get these products and ideas!  Thanks for your support and Happy Stampin'!

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Sunday, October 1, 2023

Sparkling Snowflakes -- (Two) One-Sheet Wonders

Today, I am going to show you how to do two - one-sheet wonders where you can make 4 cards and 8 gift tags.  It's not hard to do and every time you make one it turns out a little different than the previous one.  A very creative and fun project!  






Here are the products you will need:

PAPER

Pretty Peacock

  • Base card: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2 
 Snowflake Magic 12" X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper
  •    Mat: 5-1/4 X 4"
  •    Sentiment: 2" X 3
Basic White:
  • 7-1/2" X 10" Pencil half way on both ends of the page (3-3/4" on the 7-1/2: side and 5" on the 10' side) When you complete your stamping, you will cut along the pencil lines.

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  • 4" X 5-1/4 for the inside of your card
  • 6" X 8" for tags--Pencil at 3" along the 6" side. and pencil every 2 inches all along the 8" side.  When you complete your stamping, you will cut along the pencil lines.

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    STAMPS AND BUNDLES:

    • Sparkling Snowflakes Bundle
    • Stars At Night Photopolymer Stamp Set

    INK

    • Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad
    • Boho Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
    • Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
    • Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

    ADHESIVES

    • Stampin' Seal
    • Stampin Dimensionals

    EMBELLISHMENTS

    • Faceted Gems Trio Pack

    TOOLS

    • Bone Folder
    • Take Your Pick
    • Paper Trimmer

    For this project, you will definitely want to watch the video to fully understand how your lines are set up on the one sheets. After stamping those sheets, you will cut along those same lines. Be sure to stop at my shop to order your projects as well. Or, you can click on the products below--in doing so you will be able to order from my shop. If you have any questions, please comment below.  Thanks for joining me today!  Happy Stamping!

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    Little Card, Big Message

    I recently purchased the Big Little Things Photopolymer Stamp Set.  I purchased it with the idea of making children's cards with it, the...