Delightful Daisy Designer Series paper is Big and Bold

• Big Bold Butterflies and Daisies Sneak Peek
• Video showcase of the Wood Suite

Daisies and Big Bold Butterfly 

I'm so torn, today, that its hard to focus.  Rather than blog, I'm torn between being outside with my dog, Cookie, enjoying the wonderful weather, the blooming flowers, the soft breeze and the setting sun through the 60 to 70 foot pine tree forest across the street from our home.  But I'm also torn because I want to play in my craft room with the exciting new products that arrived yesterday.  Its all unpacked and organized, yet I keep pulling out the new paper packs and looking at new designs that I missed when I looked at the catalog  photos.  Then I'm torn because I want to finish this post showing you this dramatic, bold card I created with some of the pre-order products.   AHHHHHH!  

I know I really shouldn't complain, because I get to do some of each.  Ever want to split yourself into thirds so you can do everything as long as you want to.  (...wasn't there an old movie where someone cloned themselves so they could be everywhere they needed to be and get everything done that they needed or wanted to get done... I'll think of it later.)

The big, bold daisies on the Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper, a new DSP from the 2017-2i018 catalog coming June 1, begged for a big, bold butterfly.   This beautiful butterfly die from the Butterflies Thinlit set adds just the right drama to the new Delightful Daisy paper.
    

The colors in the Delightful Daisies Designer Series Paper are Daffodil Delight and Old Olive, so I chose a basecard is Old Olive.   

I used the largest die from the Butterflies Thinlit die set to cut a Daffodil Delight detailed butterfly to accent the face of this card. I rolled the wings lightly around a marker to give the butterfly a bit of dimension.  I also added dimensionals to the body of the butterfly to lift it off the page slightly.  



     

This card also showcases the new Old Olive Mini Chevron ribbon, another sneak peek from the 2017-2018 catalog available June 1. 

I used a sentiment from the Colorful Seasons Stamp Set--also new-- on a label created using the Rose Garden Thinlit and a border from the Rose Wonder Stamp Set.  The sentiment and border is stamped in Old Olive ink.

The body of the butterfly is accented with four basic pearls. 

This card really makes me smile.  There's something about Daffodil Delight that leaves me grinning with pleasure whenever I use it.   

  

Who wouldn't want to receive this card?  It just say, "Smile!" "Happy Spring!" or "Enjoy the Sunshine!"   You'll want to add the Delightful Daisy Designer Series Papers to your new catalog Wish List to order on June 1.  The wonderful designs below are all included in this paper pack.

Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper, 144137

Recipe:

Stamp: Colorful Seasons, Rose Wonder

Ink:  Old Olive
Paper:  Old Olive, Daffodil Delight, Delightful Daisies Designer Series Paper, Whisper White

Accessories:   Rose Garden Thinlit Dies, Butterflies Thinlit, 3/8" Old Olive Mini Chevron Ribbon,  Standard Cutting Pads, Precision Base Plate, Big Shot Platform, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, Big Shot Die Brush, Stampin' Scrub, Stampin' Mist, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Dimensionals

  

Want to see more Sneak Peeks? 

Take a look at this Wood Textures suite showcased in this Stampin' Up! video.  We used this suite to make fun projects during the April OnStage event.  Think of all the fun gifts you'll make using this cute crate and coordinating stamp set.    

Quick Links

- Download a free copy of the Occasions catalog

- Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping

- Order at a discount as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Sign up for $99 and get $125 worth of products in your starter kit that you select.  Then enjoy your future purchases at demonstrator discount prices of 20% to 25%.

- Clearance Rack items - retired products at deep discounts -- while quantities last.

- Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits

Enjoy!

Donna Ross

Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

To place an order: Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping 

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Seasonal Layers Thinlit Dies Sneak Peek

• Sneak Peek of the Seasonal Layers Thinlit
• Color Suite Video and Paper stack video peeks
• Three weeks remain to order items on the Retiring list 

Seasonal Layers Thinlit Dies from Stampin' Up!

In case you missed my earlier card using the Colorful Seasons stamp set and coordinating Seasonal Layers Thinlit, here is another card using that set.  It is a totally different look than my earlier card, yet both use the new Color Theory suite of products.  
    

I used Basic Black for the basecard.  The background layer uses the Fresh Flowers Designer Stack in Lemon Lime Twist.  Take a look at the video below to see the other colors this stack comes in.  The two chairs were cut from Basic Black cardstock using the Seasonal Layers Thinlit Dies.  They are layered on a piece of Color Theory Designer Series Paper Stack with a Lemon Lime Twist matt.  This paper is gradated shades of green from darker to lighter.   

     

I LOVE the detail in these leaves.  Coordinates with detailed leaf stamps for layering.

The two detailed leaves were die cut out of Basic Black cardstock using the Seasonal Layers Thinlit. The gradated papers in the Color Theory Designer Series Paper Stack come in four colors that are prefect for seasonal card designs, calendars, or seasonal scrapbooking.  They also coordinate with the papers in the Fresh Lorals Designer Series Paper Stack.    I cut the two leaves using the Seasonal Layers THinlit; one in Lemon Lime Twist and the other out of Vellum cardstock.  The sentiment is from the Colorful Seasons stamp set, which coordinates with this die set.  All of the items in the Color Theory Suite used on this card will be available in the new catalog, just 3 weeks away!  

  

 

Recipe:

Stamp: Colorful Seasons

Ink:  Basic Black Archival
Paper:  Basic Black, Lemon Lime Twist, Color Theory Designer Series Paper Stack (6 X 6), Fresh Floral Designer Series Paper Stack (12 X 12), Vellum Cardstock

Accessories:   Seasonal Layers Thinlit Dies, Standard Cutting Pads, Precision Base Plate, Big Shot Platform, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, Stampin' Scrub, Stampin' Mist, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Dimensionals

  

Color Theory Suite Sneak Peek video from Stampin' Up!

This is one of my favorite new suites from the new catalog.  My card today, used several of these new items.  Take a look at this Stampin' Up! video showing you all of the items in the Color Theory Suite.  Then start adding them to your wish list from the new catalog. 

You can also check out the Wood Textures paper stack and the Fresh Florals Designer Series Paper Stack in this Stampin' Up! video.  

Three weeks remain to pick up Retiring List items

Click here to place an order

This is the final month to pick up items from the current Stampin' Up! catalogs that will retire May 31. 

Also, you'll want to pick up current bundles -- stamp sets and coordinating dies or punches -- from the current catalogs now, as many of these will be available as individual items in the new catalog coming out June 1.  However, they will not be offered as bundles with the 10% savings offered today.  Let me know if you have any questions about how to purchase your favorite bundles.

When accessories on the retiring list sell out, they will no longer be available.  However, retiring stamps will be restocked until May 22 and then sold only while they last.  See the products retiring May 31, some discounted up to 50%.    

Place your order on my Stampin' Up! site 24 X 7 . 

Important Dates

May 02 - Preorders can be placed by Demonstrators from the 2017-2018 Annual Catalog from a limited selection of new catalog merchandise.  Demos can access a down-loadable copy of the new June 1 catalog on line at the demonstrator-only website.   Your pre-order will allow you to participate in demo-only swaps and you'll have samples to show from the new catalog when it is released June 1.  Your pre-order will include a copy of the new catalog, if placed by May 15.

Want to buy Stampin' Up! items at discount from the new catalog?  Sign up or re-sign up as a demonstrator now so you can order early and also order your new-catalog merchandise at demonstrator-only discount prices.  Demonstrators who sign up before June 1 can order new catalog pre-order merchandise for their demo kit selections.

May 31 - This is the last date to order retiring items from the 2016-2017 yearly catalog and Occasions catalog.  Don't wait as many items are selling out.  See Retiring Products here.

June 01 - Customers can began purchasing from the new Stampin' Up! yearly catalogs. Customers who have purchased from me within the past year, will receive their new catalog in late May so you'll have the new catalog in your hands, ready to order June 1 when items from the new catalog become available.  I have new catalogs in hand, right now.  If you place a $25 order (current catalogs, retiring list items or clearance rack items) between now and June 1, I'll also send you a free, new catalog.

November 11, 2017 - Salt Lake City - next OnStage event.   Demonstrators can begin planning now to attend the next OnStage event. Enjoy early access to upcoming catalogs, free stamps from the upcoming catalog, and order early with OnStage discounts only available to OnStage live attendees.  

November 2018 - Orlando - Stampin' Up! 30th Anniversary and OnStage events.  The 25th Anniversary in Salt Lake City for demonstrators was a blast, with more prize patrols than usual and special parties.   You won't want to miss the celebrations planned for the 30th Anniversary.    

Quick Links

- Download a free copy of the Occasions catalog

- Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping

- Order at a discount as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Sign up for $99 and get $125 worth of products in your starter kit that you select.  Then enjoy your future purchases at demonstrator discount prices of 20% to 25%.

- Clearance Rack items - retired products at deep discounts -- while quantities last.

- Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits

Enjoy!

Donna Ross

Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

To place an order: Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping 

Current Promotions

Start You Own Business

Host a workshop

Download Free Stampin' Up! Catalogs

Papillon Potporri -- another favorite Stampin' Up! set retiring May 31

• Butterflies in Bermuda Bay
• Retiring list

Papillon Potpourri from Stampin' Up!

One of my favorite stamp sets on the retiring list that I will greatly miss is the Papillon Potpourri stamp sets.  This simply card shows off just one of the several butterflies in this set.   The Softly Falling Textured Impression Embossing folder created the background for on the main panel of this card.
    

I used Bermuda Bay for the basecard, background layer, and the ink for the butterflies.  I also used the Bermuda Bay Brights Enamel Shapes on the corner of the top butterfly. The small "hello" is one of the two hellos in the Thoughtful Banners stamp set.  That sentiment set includes a wide assortment of sentiments that can be used alone or as part of different banner shapes included in this set.  It is one of the sets hat will carry over to the new catalog.

     

The Stitched Shapes Framelits were used to cut the Whisper White squares for the butterflies.  This was a very fast card to create yet the amount of detail from the embossing and detailed stamp adds interest to this card.  

  

 

Recipe:

Stamp: Papillon Potpourri, Thoughtful Banners (sentiment)

Ink:  Bermuda Bay, Basic Black Archival
Paper:  Whisper White, Bermuda Bay

Accessories:   Bright Enamel Shapes, Softly Falling Texture Impression Embossing Folder, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Standard Cutting Pads, Precision Base Plate, Big Shot Platform, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, Stampin' Scrub, Stampin' Mist, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Dimensionals

  

Pick up the Retiring Papillon Potpourri set

Click here to place an order

This month is your last chance to purchase the Papillon Potpourri set with this assortment of beautiful butterflies used on the card above.  This is on the retiring list and you'll want to check out this and other retiring list items, before they're gone.    

Papillon Potpourri, Clear Mount-123759, Wood Mount -132058

In addition, you'll want to pick up current bundles -- stamp sets and coordinating dies or punches --in the current catalogs now, as many of these will be available as individual items in the new catalog coming out June 1.  However, you can save 10% by purchasing these bundles now from the current catalog, at the bundle prices, as these buncle prices will not be available in the new catalog.   Let me know if you have any questions about how to purchase your favorite bundles.

When accessories on the retiring list sell out, they will no longer be available.  However, retiring stamps will be restocked until May 22 and then sold only while they last.  See the products retiring May 31, some discounted up to 50%.    

Place your order on my Stampin' Up! site 24 X 7 . 

Important Dates

May 02 - Preorderds can be placed by Demonstrators from the 2017-2018 Annual Catalog from a limited selection of new catalog merchandise.  Demos can access a down-loadable copy of the new June 1 catalog on line at the demonstrator-only website.   Your pre-order will allow you to participate in demo-only swaps and you'll have samples to show from the new catalog when it is released June 1.  Your pre-order will include a copy of the new catalog, if placed by May 15.

Sign up or re-sign up as a demonstrator now so you can order early and also order your new-catalog merchandise at demonstrator-only discount prices.  Demostrators who sign up before June 1 can order new catalog pre-order merchandise for their demo kit selections.

May 31 - This is the last date to order retiring items from the 2016-2017 yearly catalog and Occasions catalog.  Don't wait as many items are selling out.  See Retiring Products here.

June 01 - Customers can began purchasing from the new Stampin' Up! yearly catalogs. Customers who have purchased from me within the past year, will receive their new catalog from in in late May so you'll have the new catalog in your hands, ready to order June 1 when items from the new catalog become available.  I have new catalogs in hand, right now.  If you place a $25 order (current catalogs, retiring list items or clearance rack items) between now and June 1, I'll also send you a free, new catalog.

November 11, 2017 - Salt Lake City - next OnStage event.   Demonstrators can begin planning now to attend the next OnStage event. Enjoy early access to upcoming catalogs, free stamps from the upcoming catalog, and order early with OnStage discounts only available to OnStage live attendees.  

November 2018 - Orlando - Stampin' Up! 30th Anniversary and OnStage events.  The 25th Anniversary in Salt Lake City for demonstrators was a blast, with more prize patrols than usual and special parties.   You won't want to miss the celebrations planned for the 30th Anniversary.    

Quick Links

- Download a free copy of the Occasions catalog

- Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping

- Order at a discount as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Sign up for $99 and get $125 worth of products in your starter kit that you select.  Then enjoy your future purchases at demonstrator discount prices of 20% to 25%.

- Clearance Rack items - retired products at deep discounts -- while quantities last.

- Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits

Enjoy!

Donna Ross

Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

To place an order: Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping 

Current Promotions

Start You Own Business

Host a workshop

Download Free Stampin' Up! Catalogs