Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Stampin' Up! Abstract Impressions is an artistic stamp set with many different looks

  • Stampin' Up! Abstract Impressions
  • Stampin' Up! Tufted Embossing Folder backgrounds
  • Seats still open for Sunday afternoon Card Making Class

Stampin' Up! Abstract Impressions


Another new stamp set in the June 1 catalog is the artistic Abstract Impressions set.  This stamp set includes two-step and three-step stamps that allow you to layer colors to create beautiful stamped images.  It also includes a coordinating set of dies.  I paired this stamp set with the new Tufted Textured Impression Folder and I love the rich look this embossing folder creates on the card.  

     



The basecard for this card is Grapefruit Grove, Then a layer of Very Vanilla dry embossed with the Tufted Dynamic Textured Impression Folder.  The image block is also Very Vanilla and it is matted on a layer of Grapefruit Grove.

   





The images are two-step stamped.  The flower buds were stamped in Petal Pink and Grapefruit Grove.  The stems were stamped with Soft Seafoam and Mint Macaron.

The sentiment is also from the Stamping' Up! Abstract Impressions set.  Its stamped in Grapefruit Grove on Very Vanilla.  The sentiment is die cut with the Layering Ovals.  I love the way the Tufted embossing folder makes this card pop!    


        



The Stampin' Up! Abstract Impression works with the Springtime Impressions Thinlits.  It can be purchased as a bundle at a 10% savings.  

Take a look at the video below to see how easily you can create projects with this bundle.  If the video doesn't show up in your email client, here's the direct link to the YouTube video.  While you're there, subscribe to the Stampin' Up! YouTube channel to  receive alerts when new techniques and product videos are posted.






  
  
  

Recipe:

Stamp: Abstract Impressions
Ink:  Grapefruit Grove, Petal Pink, Mint Macaron, Soft Seafoam 
Paper:  Grapefruit Grove, Very Vanilla
Accessories:  Layering Ovals Framelits, Tufted Dynamic Textured Impression Folder, Big Shot, Big Shot Platform, Big Shot Standard Cutting Pads, Big Shot Embossing Mat, Paper Snips, Bone Folder, Stampin' Trimmer, Multipurpose Glue, Dimensionals


Click on the product images below for more information and close ups for any of the supplies used in today's project.   Or, go directly to my Stampin' Up! store.


Price: $110.00
Price: $10.00
Price: $7.00

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Card Class  - Sunday, June 24, 2018


The weather's hot and sticky and its no fun to be outside in this weather.  Why no join us in my cool craft loft for the Card and Treat Boxes Class Sunday afternoon.  Learn how to use some of the newest tools from the new annual Stampin' Up catalog! We'll make these 5 cards and 2 treat boxes using a variety of papers, die cuts, embossing folders, Blends Markers, and embellishments.    

You'll love creating these cards and then sharing your creativity with others when you need  to send a special "thank you", a friendly "hello", or remember a Birthday.  Pick from a variety of sentiments so each card fits your needs..  



Click for larger image



Take a closer look at the projects we'll make in the Meetup Photo album for this class, and register for the class while you're visiting my Meetup registration site.  The photo album includes individual photos of each project we'll make.  The photo album includes the 6 cards we'll make for $27.  

We'll use the Darling Label Punch Box.  Plus, you'll learn how to use the new Stamparatus Stamp Positioning tool, and how to use the new Big Shot embossing mats that turn all of your favorite Framelits, Thinlits and Edgelits dies into decorative embossing instead of only die cuts.
Class size is limitedso register for this class now.  Your class fee of $27 for 7 projects will include precut materials, and embellishments.  Use your PayPal account and send your class fee to my PayPal account at dje-ross@swbell.net or ask me to issue you a PayPal invoice for the class.

Subscribe to my blog, register on my Meetup site or follow me on Instagram to receive card and paper project ideas and notices


To Place an Order:   


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. You select free merchandise from the current catalogs to add to your order.  You can also purchase hostess sets with a $150 order.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for your $99 starter kit.  After your initial $99 order for merchandise you select from anything in the current catalogs, place an order for the remainder of your Wish List as a demonstrator, and save 20% on your purchases as a demonstrator.  Need help building your shopping list? Contact me, and we'll work through your starter kit order together. 

3.  Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! demonstrator if you don't already have one.  Let me know if you need an Occasions Catalog. 

4.  Clearance Rack items - while quantities last.


5.  Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits. 


Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

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

Monday, June 18, 2018

Stampin' Up! Serene Garden Bundle and Big Shot Embossing Mat creates stunning embossed accents

  • Stampin' Up! Serene Garden
  • Stampin' Up! Big Shot Embossing Mat
  • Stamping Up! Card Making Class

Stampin' Up! Serene Garden Bundle


I having a hard time not using the Serene Garden stamp set for every card since I got my hands on it.  I just love this stamp set!  Every time I see a card using this set, I catch myself drooling.  It is so beautiful.  

Today's card also uses the new Big Shot Embossing Mat to create the embossed edge on this card.  You'll want to take a closer look at what you can do with this magic Embossing Mat in the video below.  This is one of the cards we'll make in this weekend's card class.  Read more below.  

     

Note the embossed edge on the right hand side of this card. 
Created with new Big Shot Embossing Mat


The basecard for this card is Thick Whisper White.  Then a layer of Night of Navy.  The main image is stamped in Night of Navy on Whisper White cardstock and colored with Calypso Coral and Old Olive Blends.   





The sentiment label is a die cut from Daffodil Delight using the new Stitched Label Framelit Dies.  The sentiment is stamped in Night of Navy using the Itty Bitty Greeting stamp set.  The butterfly is one of the additional elements from the Serene Garden set and it and the flower head are cut using the coordinating dies from the Serene Garden Bundle.   The butterfly is colored with light and dark Daffodil Delight Blends alcohol-based markers.   


        



The Stampin' Up! Serene Garden bundle includes the special embossing die that creates the beautiful embossed edge when used with the new Big Shot Embossing Mat.  In the photo below, you can see the embossing die that creates these impressions.


Serene Garden Bundle - Stamp set and coordinating dies - 148395

  
         

  

Recipe:

Stamp:  Serene Garden, Itty Bitty Greetings
Ink:  Night of Navy, Calypso Coal Blends, Old Olive Blends, Daffodil Delight Blends, 
Paper:  Thick Whisper White, Night of Navy, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Accessories:  Garden Scene Framelits, Stitched Labels Framelits, Big Shot, Big Shot Platform, Big Shot Standard Cutting Pads, Big Shot Embossing Mat, Paper Snips, Bone Folder, Stampin' Trimmer, Multipurpose Glue, Dimensionals

Big Shot Embossing Mat




Take a look at the video below to see how to use the new Big Shot Embossing Mats with your Big Shot dies.



      

To get the most out of the Stampin' Up! Serene Garden Bundle, you'll want to order the Big Shot Embossing Mat from the new catalog.  The Big Shot Embossing Mats extend the usefulness of your Big Shot Thinlits, Framelits and Edgelits.  These mats allow you to emboss rather than cut.  You'll love the results, and we'll use this in our class on June 24. If the video does not show up in your email, here's the link.


Click on the product images below for more information and close ups for any of the supplies used in today's project.   Or, go directly to my Stampin' Up! store.


Price: $110.00
Price: $10.00
Price: $7.00

Stay up-to-date with card ideas, by subscribing to my blog, register on my Meetup site or follow me on Instagram.

Card Class  - Sunday, June 24, 2018


Join us for the Card and Treat Boxes Class Sunday afternoon to learn how to use some of the newest tools from the new annual Stampin' Up! We'll make these 5 cards and 2 treat boxes using a variety of papers, die cuts, embossing folders, Blends Markers, and embellishments.    

You'll love creating these cards and then sharing your creativity with others when you need  to send a special "thank you", a friendly "hello", or remember a Birthday.  Pick from a variety of sentiments so each card fits your needs..  



Click for larger image



Take a closer look at the projects we'll make in the Meetup Photo album for this class, and register for the class while you're visiting my Meetup registration site.  The photo album includes individual photos of each project we'll make.  The photo album includes the 6 cards we'll make for $27.  

We'll use the Darling Label Punch Box.  And you'll learn how to use the new Stamparatus Stamp Positioning tool, and how to use the new Big Shot embossing mats that turn all of your favorite Framelits, Thinlits and Edgelits dies into decorative embossing instead of only die cuts.
Class size is limitedso register for this class now.  Your class fee of $27 for 7 projects will include precut materials, and embellishments.  Use your PayPal account and send your class fee to my PayPal account at dje-ross@swbell.net or ask me to issue you a PayPal invoice for the class.

Subscribe to my blog, register on my Meetup site or follow me on Instagram to receive card and paper project ideas and notices


To Place an Order:   


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. You select free merchandise from the current catalogs to add to your order.  You can also purchase hostess sets with a $150 order.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for your $99 starter kit.  After your initial $99 order for merchandise you select from anything in the current catalogs, place an order for the remainder of your Wish List as a demonstrator, and save 20% on your purchases as a demonstrator.  Need help building your shopping list? Contact me, and we'll work through your starter kit order together. 

3.  Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! demonstrator if you don't already have one.  Let me know if you need an Occasions Catalog. 

4.  Clearance Rack items - while quantities last.


5.  Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits. 


Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

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