Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Hand-Penned Petals for Floral Thank You Cards



Next week is the end of the month, and Memorial Day week end.  Avoid missing out on the great Stampin' Up! specials this month, and get ready for the 1 June January-June Mini Catalog Last Chance Products Sale, with items up to 50% off. 

  • $25 bonus when ordering $250+ from the new Annual Catalog.  Until 14 June 2021
  • Amazing Starter Kit Deal - Order anything you want up to $155 for only $99, plus free shipping and a past Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit.  One week left.
  • January-June 2021 Mini Catalog retiring June 30, with a Last Chance Product Sale beginning June 1.  Don't miss out on your favorite retiring items.
Read more below.


Today's card is one I made for a recent card swap with other Demonstrators.  It uses the Hand-Penned-Petal Stamp Set and coordinating Hand Penned 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper.  We heard from Stampin' Up! that this was one of most popular sets in the Stampin' Up! catalog!  I can see why.  The prints in the Hand Penned-Petals Designer Series Paper package work with the new In Colors Cardstock and Ink pads, plus  several of the new accessories such as the Essential Twine packed and the Genial Gems.  The new Annual Catalog is packed with so many new, fun items, yet getting started with a product Suite such as the the Hand Penned Suite of Stamp Set, Dies, Designer Series Paper and gems along with an assortment pack of In Color Cardstock and the In Color Ink bundle is the perfect way to update your Stampin' Up! collection with fully coordinating products.     

Handmade floral Thank You Card using Hand-Penned etals Stamp Set


The basecard for this card is Pale Papaya Cardstock, one of the new In Colors for 2021-2023.  Then a Garden Green layer.  Next, I selected a print from the Hand-Penned 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper Pack.

Thank You card using Hand-Penned 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper


The image layer was created with the Hippo & Friends Dies, with a base layer of garden Green, then a layer of Pale Papaya, and then a layer of Basic White.  If you don't have this die set, you'll find several other layering die in the catalog or you may have retired dies from other catalogs that will work just as well.  I love playing with both current and some of my retired favorite when I create.
  
Thank You card using Stampin' Up! Hand-Penned Petals Stamp Set


I created the stamped image by inking up just a portion of one of the larger florals from the Hand-Penned Petals stamp set with Tuxedo Black ink and stamped it on the corner of the label.  Then I used additional images in the Hand-Penned Petals stamp set to color the images.  I stamped off once before stamping the color onto the stamped images, as I attempted to recreate the color from the Hand-Penned Designer Series Paper used on the card.  I think it came out pretty close.  And I loved that I could used just my stamp pads to create the colored images rather than also needing Markers or Blends in addition to ink pads.  That's one of the reasons I believe this stamp set and product suite has been so popular.  You can do so much with just the basics.  The sentiment is also from the Hand-Penned Petals Stamp Set, and it is stamped in Tuxedo Black ink.

Cards using the Stampin' Up! Hand-Penned Suite


I also used the Genial Gems to add a little bling to my cards.  And I created a bow using the White Baker's Twine from the Baker's Twine Essentials Pack.  This is an easy, fun card you can make in quantity to have on hand for Birthdays, Thank-You, and Thinking of You.  If you use social media, you'll find an enormous number of card ideas already posted using this Stampin' Up! suite, as Demonstrators were able to order items from the new catalog a month in advance, which means Demonstrators liked this popular set as much as customers.  


Hand-made Get Well Card for a friend using Hand-Penned Petals Stamp Set


Stampin' Tip:  Use what you have.  Stampin' Up! carries a number of layering dies you can use to create this card, in addition to two different layering sets of dies in the Hippo & Friends set.  The current Annual Catalog Stitched Rectangle Dies and the Tailor Made Tags Dies would also work for this card.  Look through your retired dies as well.  Above, I used the retired Stitched Nested Labels Dies to create a similar Get Well card to the Thank You cards above.  While it is fun to use the most current products to make cards, sometimes you can find something similar in your existing crafting supplies, and use the money you save to purchase something else you don't yet have.  I love finding ways to extend my stampin' supplies without breaking the bank with all-new items when a new catalog arrives.  Find more ways to save with this month's specials.  See below. Order from my Stampin' Up! shopping site  24 X 7.      


Recipe

  • Stamps: Hand-Penned Petals
  • Ink:  Pale Papaya, Garden Green, Tuxedo Black Memento
  • Paper:  Basic White, Pale Papaya, Garden Green, Hand-Penned 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper
  • Accessories:  Genial Gems, Bakers Twine Essentials Pack, Hippo & Friends Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machines, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Seal, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

To learn more about any of these items, visit my online store.
 




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Join Stampin' Up! This Month for a Bonus


Join Stampin' Up!  If you have a large Wish List from the new catalog, consider joining Stampin' Up! as a Demonstrator.  You'll get a Starter Kit of items you select from the catalog worth $155 USD, for only $99 USD. Business supplies, including catalogs, and free shipping are included.  Then, use your generous demonstrator discount of 20-25% on future orders.  Offer ends 31 May 2021.

For Example: Let say you had planned to order $100 from the new catalog.  After all, you wanted:
  •  All of the new In Colors 2021-2023 stamp pads (bundle, Item 155638 - $33.75),
  • The Hand-Penned Suite which includes the Hand-Penned Petals Stamp set and Penned-Flowers Dies, a pack of the Hand-Penned 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper, and a pack of the Genial Gems accessories (Item 155503 | $66.25).
That totals $100,  But wait. Want more?  You can sign up as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator this month, and build a starter kit with your items above, AND add another $55 in product for a total $155 USD and ONLY PAY $99!  Plus Free Shipping!

So why not add  
  • A pack of 2021-2023 In Color 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment (Item 55230, $11.50) that will add beautifully subtle geometric patterns to your cards  
  • Two packs of In Color Assortment pack of 8-1/2 X 11 Cardstock (Item 155643 | $18)
  • A Clear E Block (184484 |$12.00), and 
  • A Clear D Block (118485 | $8.50)  for your stamps
  • And a bottle of Multipurpose Glue (119755 | $4.00).  
You pay only $99, for $154 in merchandise, and your merchandise ships Free!  Of course if you have these items, you can select anything from current catalogs that total $155 USD.

Then, as long as you decide to remain a demonstrator, your purchases are 20 to 25% off!  Buy for yourself with no requirement to hold classes or sell to others.  You can choose to be a hobby demonstrator to purchase at a discount, or you can build your own business stamping with friends.

This offer is also open to Demonstrators who dropped and want to rejoin my team.  Read more about joining my team this month to enjoy the extra joining bonus, here.  Offer ends 31 May 2021.



Get $25 in Additional Stampin' Rewards


Collect $25 in Additional Stampin' Rewards for orders greater than $250 USD (less tax and shipping).  

As a Demonstrator, you purchase your supplies at a discount of 20-25% off.  Once your order total reaches $250, you'll select another $25 in additional merchandise.

What are Stampin' Rewards?  Orders greater than $150 (less tax and shipping) earn free merchandise you select as Stampin' Rewards that you add right to the Stampin' Rewards section of your order once your order total reaches $150+ USD (less tax and shipping). Stampin' Rewards are available for hosting a party, or to those who place individual orders that meet the order totals shown below.  This offer runs 4 May - 14 June 2021.    

Table of Stampin' Rewards from Stampin' Up!



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January - June 2021 Mini Catalog Last Chance Sale begins 1 June 2021.  

Don't miss out on your favorites:  Download the Last Chance Products List to see which items will be on sale beginning 1-30 June 2021, while they last.  Products sell out fast, so use the list to see which items are on sale, and to decide which items you plan to order.  Plan a few back-up items in the event that an item becomes unavailable while placing your order. Share the Last Chance List with your crafting friends who may not be on my mailing list.  Items up to 50% off.



Last Chance Sale begins 1 June 2021 at 1:00 PM (MT)
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The new annual catalog launched on 4 May, and you can now shop new products in my online store.  You can also download a free copy of the catalog here.    



Covers of Stampin' Up! 2021 Annual Catalog and bookmark with 5 new 2021-2023 In Colors


Want a hard copy of the catalog?  Order a copy when you place your first order on 4 May 2021.  Add item 159315 | $4.00 USD for a single copy of the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog.  

  Download catalogs or visit my online store: 








Want more motivation for creating cards?  Join my Meetup Site, with over 8,000 photos, plus you'll receive project ideas and notifications of my upcoming classes. 


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Enjoy!



Donna Ross
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator
LOVE WHAT YOU MAKE
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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Friday, May 21, 2021

Here's To You March 2021 Paper Pumpkin Alternative Card

         

  • Paper Pumpkin Here's To You - March 2021
  • Hear about the Expressions in Color June Paper Pumpkin Kit
  • Download a free copy of the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog

I'm still playing catch up on assembling my Pumpkin Kits from earlier this year.  I decided to play with our March 2021 Here's To You Paper Pumpkin Kit.  I watched the assembly video, and wasn't sure how I would use the mountain and trees images, which are great for masculine cards, but I also wanted to makes some feminine cards.  

In addition to the assembly video, the kit incudes written instructions with photos available to help you assemble your kit plus more ideas if you want to create alternative cards with your kits.  I have to admit that occasionally a kit simply isn't my style.  However, with so many great stampers willing to share their alternative ideas for creating cards and projects with the kits, I always find a way to use the elements in each kit.  I found a lovely card idea from Julie Gilson, from Stampin' Gala and realized that the stamp set included in the kit contained a wonderful floral image.


Floral Birthday Card using Here's To You March 2021 Papr Pumpkin Kit


The basecard for this card is Petal Pink Cardstock.  Then a Basic White layer.  Next, I cut up one of the Petal Pink basecard included in the kit,  My image layer is Calypso Coral and Basic White. 

Birthday Card using Here's To You March 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit



I used my Stamparatus to stamp the floral image 3 times.  I found that I could simply move the Stamparatus plate down one notch each time I stamped, and 3 sets of flower images stamped in perfect alignment.  The Stamparatus takes the guess work out of stamping and aligning repeat images. I inked the stamp with Garden Green Stampin' Write Marker and Calypso Coral Stampin' Write Marker.  The Stamparatus helped make sure that I was able to get complete ink coverage on each image.  If I missed inking a spot on the stamp set, I simply inked the stamp again and covered the missing spot.

I used the twine in this Paper Pumpkin kit to add a bow to the front of the card.  I used the Happy Birthday stamp, one of the included stamps in this kit's stamp set, and used the Calypso Coral Spot from the kit to stamp it on one of the sentiment labels included in the kit.

Stamp Case Insert and greeting card idea using Here's To You March 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit


Don't forget to download your stamp case inserts for storing and organizing your Paper Pumpkin stamp sets and any extra kit contents from the Paper Pumpkin site each month.  

You can purchase standard blank stamp case on page 145 in the Annual Catalog.  (Item 119105, $10 for 4 cases) 

To learn more about Paper Pumpkin Monthly Craft Kits, visit the Paper Pumpkin Site.  Then read about the June Paper Pumpkin Kit below.



Learn More about Paper Pumpkin Craft Kits


Expression In Color June Paper Pumpkin Kit


Dream and discover In Color!  With the Expressions in Color Paper Pumpkin Kit, you'll be introduced to our intriguing collection of In colors for 2021-2023 -- and you'll find a familiar shade from our 2020-2022 In Color selection  This month's ink-credible kit includes enough elements to create nine cards -- and coordinating envelopes -- including ink-stained paper pieces, an exclusive stamp set, and not one, but two Classic Stampin' Spots!  And, it all comes in a cute, colorful, and collectible box.

What are In Colors, anyway?  In Colors consist of a limited-edition collection of colors.  We come up with a new collection every year, and we release it around the same time as the release of our annual catalog!  In each In Color collection, we'll offer ink, paper, marker, and more.  The catch?  They're only available to purchase for a period of two years, so stock up on your favorite In Color supplies while you can.

With the Expressions In Color kit, you can explore and experiment with our 2020-2022 and 2021-2023 In Color collection.  .




Note:  Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.    Subscribe with me at paperpumpkin.com. 

About the June Expressions in Color Paper Pumpkin Kit 
  • Kit includes enough supplies to create 9 cards --3 each of 3 designs -- and coordinating envelopes.  The all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
  • Card size:  4-1/4" X 5-1/2"
  • Envelope size:  4-1/2" X 5-3/4"
  • Coordinating Colors:  Bumblebee, Evening Evergreen, Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink
  • As always, this month's kit features an exclusive stamp set.  But, this month's kit also includes not one, but two Classic Stampin' Spots!
  • Arrives in a cute, colorful, and collectible box
  • Coordinates with products from the Expressions in Ink Suite (Item #155459)
  • Subscribe:  By 10 June 2021 at paperpumpkin.com
These all-inclusive kits are a great way to keep your stamp stash fresh with up-to-date themes, and a way to try new techniques for not a whole lot of money.

Paper Pumpkin kits can be purchases month to month or 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month subscriptions.  You can combine your subscription with your regular order to maximize your Stampin' Rewards on purchases over $150 USD.  Click the subscription item you want to order, below, today, or included the subscription item number with your next order.  Paper Pumpkin Kits made great gifts for birthdays or to use as a reason to get together with a crafting friend.  Think about ordering two subscriptions.  One for you.  One for a family member or friend you would like to spend a little quality time with




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Download a Free Copy of the Catalog

The new annual catalog launched on 4 May, and you can now shop new products in my online store.  You can also download a free copy of the catalog here.    See which of your favorites carried over to the new catalog.  Drool over the 5 new In Colors, pictured on the bookmark below.  See all of the wonderful new stamps and dies created by the talented designers at Stampin' Up!



Covers of Stampin' Up! 2021 Annual Catalog and bookmark with 5 new 2021-2023 In Colors


Want a hard copy of the catalog?  Order a copy when you place your first order on 4 May 2021.  Add item 159315 | $4.00 USD for a single copy of the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog.  

  Download catalogs or visit my online store: 








Want more motivation for creating cards?  Join my Meetup Site, with over 8,000 photos, plus you'll receive project ideas and notifications of my upcoming classes. 


Quick Links:  


Enjoy!



Donna Ross
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator
LOVE WHAT YOU MAKE
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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