May 13, 2019 | 2018-2019 Annual Catalog, Cards, Technique |
Today Stampin’ Up! is hosting a retirement party for Lovely As A Tree. It is being held on Facebook for demonstrators across the world. Throughout the day, you will likely see numerous posts on social media outlets highlighting the stamp set. Believe me when I say demonstrators were shocked to learn the iconic stamp set is retiring. It’s been a mainstay for years and one of my favorites to use for creating masculine cards. To commemorate the occasion and celebrate with the retirement party, I am posting photos from a few of my past blog posts featuring Lovely As A Tree. Some of the posts go back to my early blogging days. As you will see, my blog photo skills were in their infancy. Fortunately, my photo skills have improved! Of course, some of the colors and products have been retired.
Let’s stroll down memory lane…
This first card is one of my favorite designs using Lovely As A Tree and dates back to May, 2013. Simply stamp the images onto Very Vanilla cardstock, highlight images by sponging color and then texture emboss. Simple but beautiful.
This next card features the Baby Wipe Technique and is a card from the September, 2015 class.
This last card dates back to 2014. It was another technique class using a clear-mount block to stamp the color onto the card.
Thank you for joining me in this stroll down memory lane. There are a few additional Lovely As A Tree photos that you can find in past blog posts. Just enter Lovely As A Tree in the Search bar.
Don’t miss out…Be sure to add this versatile stamp set to your collection. The various trees allow you to create cards and projects for all occasions. Don’t delay! Availability of stamps is being guaranteed until May 24. After that, it’s while supplies last through June 3. To order a Clear-Mount Stamp Set, click here. If you prefer Wood-Mount, click here to order.
Happy Crafting…
May 10, 2019 | 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Cards, Floral, Mother's Day, Technique |
Since Mother’s Day is this weekend, I am sharing the Beautiful Promenade Mother’s Day Card from the latest card class. For months, I have been wanting to make a recessed panel diagonal card. With a recessed panel card, the designer series paper for the panel becomes a focal point. The beautiful Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper (DSP) and it’s photo quality is perfect. The coordinating Beautiful Promenade Bundle offered the necessary pieces to highlight the sentiment and the DSP panel. The April 2018 Paper Pumpkin Kit contained the Happy Mother’s Day sentiment. However, there are several stamp sets in the current catalogs that offer the sentiment. Or you can stamp your desired sentiment.
Also, don’t forget to embellish the envelope. On the front, stamp the flower used on the the card on one of the lower corners. And for a special added touch, cut an envelope liner using the Beautiful Layers envelope die.
Project materials are listed at the end of this post.
Card Details:
When cutting the diagonal on the Whisper White cardstock panel, I did not measure. I first made a diagonal cut to create the top. Then on the bottom portion of the piece cut another diagonal. The diagonal edges that line the Pretty Promenade DSP, are edged with strips of Blushing Bride cardstock.
- Create card base using Thick Whisper White (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″ and fold on score line).
- For the diagonal piece, a Whisper White cardstock layer is 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (same size as card front).
- A 3″ x 6″ piece of Pretty Promenade DSP is placed diagonally across card base before adding the Whisper White diagonally cut panels. Determine layout of the pieces on the card base before using adhesive to permanently attach. Trim the excess DSP after adhering to card base.
- On scraps of Whisper White, stamp the flower from the Beautiful Promenade stamp set using Blushing Bride Classic Ink Pad. Cut using coordinating die. Apply Clear Wink of Stella to flower.
- Stamp desired sentiment using Mossy Meadow Classic Ink Pad onto a scrap of Whisper White cardstock. Use 1-3/4″ circle punch to cut. Layer onto a 2″ circle of Blushing Bride cardstock. Embellish with Petal Pink Rhinestone Gem.
- Stamp leaves on Mossy Meadow cardstock and Whisper White cardstock using Mossy Meadow Classic Ink Pad. Cut using coordinating dies. Also cut vellum leaves. Layer leaves behind the flower using mini glue dots to attach.
To all the mom’s – Have a Happy Mother’s Day!
Thanks for stopping by! Happy Crafting…
Project Materials: (click to order)
May 8, 2019 | Beauty Abounds, Butterfly Gala, Cards, Occasions Catalog 2019, Quick & Easy |
When designing cards for this month’s card class, I wanted to utilize the Beauty Abounds and Butterfly Gala stamp sets on one of the cards. While perusing Pinterest, I saw several cards using the Beauty Abounds to create a diagonal sweeping pattern and love the look. The bubbles from Beauty Abounds Cling Stamp Set creates a wonderful Bokeh effect. A color combination of Granny Apple Green, Gorgeous Grape and Highland Heather is gorgeous on projects. So, I thought it would be perfect for the cards. The colors worked perfect on the design. A butterfly stamped from the Butterfly Gala stamp set adds the finishing touch. Don’t you agree, the card is stunning?
What is wonderful is the card is great for any level of stamper. The Beauty Abounds stamps make it easy to create a beautiful background to feature the butterfly. The
Card Details:
- To create a card base, use Granny Apple Green Cardstock (8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ – scored at 4-1/4″ for a 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ card).
- The second layer is Highland Heather Cardstock (5-1/4″ x 4″).
- Whisper White cardstock is cut to a size of 3-3/4″ x 5″.
- Use Tuxedo Black Memento Ink to stamp the floral stamp from Beauty Abounds diagonally on the Whisper White cardstock. First, stamp in one direction, re-ink the stamp, rotate and stamp again to create a full diagonal.
- With the larger “bubbles” stamp, stamp five times with Highland Heather Classic Ink pad turning to vary the directions of the bubbles.
- Next, use the smaller “bubbles” stamp and Gorgeous Grape Classic Ink. Stamp three times.
- Use the splatter stamp and the Granny Apple Green to enhance the bubbles. Note – use the stamp off method (ink stamp, then “stamp off” onto a piece of scrap paper before stamping onto the card.
- Stamp the butterfly from the Butterfly Gala stamp set in Memento Black onto a 2-1/2″ square of Whisper White cardstock. Use coordinating punch to cut shape. With sponge dauber, color the butterfly using Gorgeous Grape.
- Attach the butterfly to a 1-3/4″ punched circle of Granny Apple Green Cardstock using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere to center of card after adding Silver Metallic Thread to the card.
- The sentiment, A Little Note, from Butterfly Gala is stamped on the lower left corner using the Memento Tuxedo Black ink.
- For an added touch, stamp envelope and the inside card panel with small bubbles and a small butterfly.
The Beauty Abounds stamps create a perfect background for a variety of card designs. I plan to create additional cards using other color combinations. What are your favorite color combinations? Reply in comments and I’ll create a card using your favorite colors.
Thanks for stopping by!
Project Materials: (click on photo to order)
Apr 29, 2019 | Cards, Floral, Product Medley, Stampin' Up! |
A new Product Medley is coming soon! Yes, Stampin’ Up! is announcing the release of a new product concept. It is called the Everything is Rosy Product medley and includes a full array of coordinating products. I was able to see the products recently and they are beautiful! A definite “must have” for any who loves crafting. The exclusive, limited-time collection of coordinating, petal-packed products has everything for creating lots of projects. And, it is designed to provide the avid stamper with endless creative possibilities. So mark your calendar, starting May 1st you can place your order.
The collection is huge and contains the following items:
- Everything Is Rosy Photopolymer Stamp Set—18 stamps
- Coordinating Everything Is Rosy Dies—10 dies; largest die 2-7/8″ x 1″
- 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper Stack—48 sheets; 8 each of 6 double-sided designs
- 6″ x 6″ Rose gold foil paper—8 sheets
- Printed die cuts—2 sheets
- Rose gold die cuts—4 sheets; 2 each of 2 designs
- Adhesive backed mirror embellishments in Rose Gold—60 embellishments; 1/4″
- Melon Mambo 1/4″ Ruched Ribbon—10 yards
- Night of Navy/Rose Gold 3/8″ Metallic –Edge Ribbon—10 yards
- 1/2 oz of Rose Gold Shimmer Paint
Just check out the images and products included in this new Product Medley.
Also, here are a few samples showcasing the products:
Remember, this is a limited time only release and is available through May 31st (or while supplies last.) You can order your set starting on May 1st by visiting my online store or email me at [email protected]. It’s a beautiful combination of products that you will want to add to your collection.
Plus as a bonus, order the Product Medley through me and receive a set of note cards and envelopes as a Thank You gift. The note cards will be great to use for your card making.
I am excited to order this set on Wednesday and can’t wait to share Everything is Rosy projects. One last reminder, don’t miss out on this wonderful collection!
Thanks for stopping by and happy crafting! Be sure to check back soon as I’ll be sharing some new creative projects.
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Apr 26, 2019 | 2018-2019 Annual Catalog, Cards, Retiring Products, Stampin' Up! |
I never thought I would see the day that our Lovely as a Tree stamp set would retire from the Stampin’ Up! catalogs. However, the day has come so it’s time to bid a final goodbye. Yes, the Lovely as A Tree stamp set is retiring. In honor of saying a final goodbye, the following card has been created. You can always use it for any season. Since trees are blooming, I highlighted the trees to look like leaves are budding. That’s what makes it such an awesome stamp set, you can create a variety of looks.
Here are the details for the card: First, sponge the sky in Balmy Blue onto a 3-3/4″ x 5″ piece of Whisper White cardstock. Stamp thee trees were stamp using Early Espresso (as well as sentiment from Wonderful Romance which is also retiring). Allow the Early Espresso to dry. Then sponge the grass using Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin’ Pad. The birds are from High Tide stamp set and are stamped using the Early Espresso The Gingham Gala Daffodil Delight is the Designer Series Paper layer (retiring) and the card base is Granny Apple Green. Use the following Stampin’ Blends colors to create the tree buds: Granny Apple Green, Mossy Meadow and Old Olive.
This is one of the most beloved sets in the history of Stampin’ Up!. It’s going to be hard to let it go. The stamp set is guaranteed to be available until May 24 so I encourage you to consider ordering this classic stamp set soon.
Thanks for stopping by and happy crafting!
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Apr 24, 2019 | Cards, Clearance Rack |
I’m so excited to announce another Clearance Rack Update. It’s so exciting when the Clearance Rack is updated because you can get more for your money. The products in the Clearance Rack are while supplies last and when they are gone, they are gone.
It’s a great opportunity to get things that you may have wanted but never purchased. Or, stock up on things you may need.
Either way, you can’t lose when you shop the Clearance Rack.
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Quick Links:
Download the Annual Catalog
Download the Occasions Catalog and see all the new products
Visit the Clearance Rack for unadvertised specials
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10% Off Coordinating Product Bundles
