Monday, May 06, 2019

Paper Pumpkin April 2019 Alternative Idea

  • Paper Pumpkin Sentimental Rose - April 
  • Alternative Paper Pumpkin Idea
  • Learn about Cling Stamps

Paper Pumpkin - April 2019 - Sentimental Rose

I waited impatiently for my April Paper Pumpkin Kit by Stampin' Up!  It included a Distinctive style stamp set and I couldn't wait to get my hands on the stamp set.  I haven't even made the kit, yet--but I will.  I grabbed the stamp set and started stamping alternative cards with this beautiful set.  Distinctive stamps are  stamps sets that make it look like you've used a two-step or three-step stamping process to get the look of several colors of ink.  A Distinctive stamp set only takes one stamping to get the same look.  I also wanted an excuse to use a soon-to-retire dragonfly die set called Detailed Dragonfly Thinlits Dies.     




The basecard for today's card is Bermuda Bay cardstock.  Then a layer of Whisper White.  Then another layer of Bermuda Bay plus another layer of Whisper White.      

  


The flower stamp from the Paper Pumpkin April kit was stamped in Bermuda Bay and the leaves were stamped in Garden Green.   In order to align the flowers stamped on the two Whisper White layers, the small Bermuda Bay layer was removed and the flowers and leaves were stamped on the two, layered Whisper White layers.

The sentiment is one of several from the April Paper Pumpkin Kit.  It is also stamped in Bermuda Bay.               



The dragonfly is die cut our of Bermuda Bay cardstock using the  Detailed Dragonfly Thinlit Dies.  Then I covered the dragonfly with Wink of Stella to give it a shimmer.  Its popped up on a couple of Mini Dimensionals.  This card is one of the cards we're making in the May 11 Spring Greetings Card Class.

Paper Pumpkin Kits must be purchased by the 10 of each month, so the April 2019 Paper Pumpkin Kit is no longer available.  However, now is a great time to order the Special May 2019 Paper Pumpkin Kit.  But you must order it by May 10.  See a sneak peek of what the May kit looks like here.  


Recipe


  • Stamps: Paper Pumpkin April 2019 Kit
  • Ink:  Bermuda Bay, Garden Green
  • Paper:  Bermuda Bay, Whisper White, 
  • Accessories:  Detailed Dragonfly Thinlits Dies, Wink of Stella, Big shot, Mini Dimensionals

Cling Stamps



The new Stampin' Up! catalog for 2019-2020 will launch June 4.  Stampin' Up! has been transitioning red rubber stamp sets (called clear mount) to red rubber Cling stamp sets since the January Occasions catalog.  Stamp sets offered in clear-mount and /or wood-mount in the existing catalogs will be offered until depleted or until June 4, 2019.  Once a red rubber clear-mount or wood-mount stamp set inventory is depleted -- even before June 4-- red rubber stamp sets will automatically switch to Cling when placing an order for that stamp set.  All carryover red rubber stamp sets will be available in cling medium only, with the exception of background stamps, beginning June 4.  Stampin' Up! will also continue to carry transparent Photopolymer stamps.  However wood stamps will no longer be carried after January 3.

Labeling red rubber cling stamps is a slightly different process than you may be used to.  It is important to follow the instructions with each cling set to assemble red rubber cling labels.  

NOTE:  Once you place the label on the stamp, it is adhered permanently.  Attempting to remove or adjust the label will damage the stamp's foam.

The changes will help your red-rubber Cling stamps stay on your clear blocks without falling off.  However, there are several "best practices" you will want to know about to use Cling stamps successfully.  Watch this video to learn more.






 There are instructions for mounting your labels on the inside of each Cling Mount stamp set case.  Its easy.  And you'll love how your stamps adhere to your clear blocks.  Carefully pull up a corner on your stamp set to remove it from your clear block or you will risk pulling the red rubber from the pad.  These new labels really cling!!  I've been using these new Cling sets for about 6 months and I'm loving how much better they cling, with no shifting than our old Clear-Mount.

 Clean your blocks with Stampin' Mist.  Avoid alcohol-based cleaners or baby wipes to clean your new Cling red rubber sets as they may damage the "Cling" or leave behind fibers on your new stamps.  Also, avoid using Stazon-Cleaner on your Cling stamp sets.   If Stazon-Cleaner comes in contact with your Cling labels, use Stampin' Mist to remove it.  Clean your Cling Stamps with the Simple Shammy or the Stampin' Scrub.

Want more motivation for creating cards?  Join my Meetup Site and you'll receive notification of my upcoming classes.



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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Sunday, May 05, 2019

Announcing Spring Greetings Card Class - May 19, 2019

  • Join us to make cards, Sunday, May 19, 2019
  • Master several card-making techniques 
  • Join Paper Pumpkin by May 10 to get Hugs by Shelli - May Kit

Join us to stamp Spring Greeting Cards


This class is an opportunity to make several incredibly beautiful cards that help you say what you truly feel to your good friends and family.  You'll use a wide variety of dies, background stamps. designer series papr, and embellishment to enhance your hand-made cad.  You'll see how fast and easily you can dress up your cards, and how much fun you'll have sending these stunning cards to friends and family.

Show loved ones how much you care by sending these thoughtful, beautiful handmade cards to celebrate special birthdays, let someone know your thinking of them, a thank you, or sending them a beautiful Spring greetings.


Join us for a relaxing Sunday afternoon creating these 6 beautiful cards.  You'll have the opportunity to use a variety of Stampin' Up! products, including one of the sets from the upcoming June annual catalog release,-- a perfect set for all those masculine birthdays, graduations and Father's Day card you need this time of year.    

For a closer look at each project we'll make, take a look at the Meetup Photo album for this class, and register for the class while visiting my Meetup registration site.  The Meetup photo album includes individual photos of each project we'll make.

Class size is limited, so register for this Saturday afternoon  class now.  Your class fee of $28 for these   projects will include precut materials, and embellishments.   Can't make the class?  If you already have the stamps, just order the precut kit and stamp on your own. Register and use your PayPal account to pay.  Or, if you prefer, message me through my Meetup site, and ask me to issue you a PayPal invoice for the class.   
  

A Very Special May Paper Pumpkin Kit

To learn more, click here.

We made a sample from May Paper Pumpkin kit at On Stage, and I immediately went into my Paper Pumpkin subscription and upped the number of kits I have coming.  This kit will likely sell out, so if you like the sneak peek you see in the video below, be sure to order now rather than waiting for the May 10 order deadline.  Can't see the video below?  Use this link to view it on YouTube.





This kit is designed by Shelli Garner, one of the founders of Stampin' Up!.  She has a personal style that I've been attracted to for many, many years.   

 Paper Pumpkin kits are monthly craft kits that you can be purchased in 1 month - 3 month - 6 month or 12 month subscriptions.  You receive a different kit each month, along with all of the materials needed to complete your projects, except scissors and glue.  You'll love how fast these kits go together. Perfect if you don' have a lot of time.  And your finished kits means you'll have lovely cards or projects on hand when you need a greeting rather than making a late-night run to the card shop for a last-minute need.

These kits include the papers, embellishments, die cuts,a stamp set and mini ink pad needed to complete the kit.  The May kit is a Spring card kit with four different card designs with pre printed envelopes.  It comes in a one-of-a-kind beautiful vintage-designed box.  This is one Paper Pumpkin kit you don't want to miss.  Order now.

Want more motivation for creating cards?  Join my Meetup Site and you'll receive notification of my upcoming classes.

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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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Wednesday, May 01, 2019

Sneak Peek of Mosaic Mood from Stampin' Up! upcoming Annual Catalog


Sneak Peek of Stampin' Up! Mosaic Mood Suite

Stampin' Up has carried many mosaic papers and stamps sets over the years, and none of them has captured my imagination like this year's Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper and Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set.  Today's card shows off some of the lovely papers in this new paper pack.  It actually feels and shines like tiny mosaic tiles.  You're going to want to add this to your Shopping List for when the new annual catalog arrives in your mailbox.  I can't wait to create more cards using this beautiful suite of products.  This suite also includes a new punch called Timeless Label Punch, and I'm also using the new Stitched Nested Label Dies.   








The basecard for Coastal Cabana.  Then a layer whisper White as an image layer.      

  

The new Stitched Nested Label Dies were used to create the label shape.  It was cut out of Bermuda Bay cardstock.  The Memorable Mosaic stamp set include the sentiment used on this card, which is stamped in Bermuda Bay on Whisper White cardstock.  It was punched out with the coordinating Timeless Label Punch.   I also punched out a couple of the flowers in the Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper and used them as accents on one of the cards. 


The roses and humming bird images are from the Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper.  I fussy cut these images to use on my card. These images are beautiful to work with and would look just as nice left on their original backgrounds.              


The images are printed with a sheen that catches the light like real mosaic tiles.  I tried several other background papers with these images including Blushing Bride, Flirty Flamingo, Crushed Curry, and Garden Green.  I also tried it with the new Rococo Rose In Color, and Terracotta Tile, another new In Color, and it looks stunning with them all. 


This suite also includes Flower Faceted Gems,Mosaic 3D Embossing Folder,  and Mint Macaron 1/4" Textile Ribbon. You can purchase the entire suite using one number (152172).  You can also purchase the Timeless Label Punch and the coordinating Memorable Mosaic Cling Stamp Set as a bundle using item number 151063 to save 10% off this new bundle.    Add these card ideas to your Pinterest boards by clicking the P on each photo.  Start your Shopping List today so you'll be ready to place your order from the new catalog on June 4.

Recipe

  • Stamps: Memorable Mosaic (149226)( (Available June 4)
  • Ink:  Bermuda Bay
  • Paper:  Whisper White, Coastal Cabana, Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper (149478)  
  • Accessories:  Timeless Label Punch (151063), Stitched Nested Labels, Big Shot,  Dimensionals

Want more motivation for creating cards?  Join my Meetup Site and you'll receive notification of my upcoming classes.



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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