Wonderful Wreath and Happy Birthday Everyone

This card came from an idea I had about the Wonderful Wreath Framelits by Stampin’ Up!  I wanted to use the pieces to this framelits set to create a summer wreath for a special birthday card.

• The colors I chose are Melon Mambo, Hello Honey, Night of Navy and Old Olive.  They’re the colors in the English Garden Designer Paper, minus a couple, but worked really well for the wreath.
• I started by cutting out the wreath base using Old Olive Cardstock with the two wreath framelits – both the inside and the outside pieces.  This allows some of the green to peek through so that you don’t have to cut out extra leaves.  Here’s a photo of how the wreath begins:

• Cutting out all of the flowers is a breeze with the Framelits.  I doubled the cardstock, cutting two at a time, and the framelits cut through both layers nicely.  “Scrunching” the cardstock flowers made them a bit more three dimensional.
• The centers of the flowers are created with the 1/4″ Circle Handheld Punch; use a 2-Way Glue Pen to adhere them all.
• A pretty Night of Navy 1/2″ Seam Binding Ribbon is the perfect accent to the wreath, held in place with a Glue Dot.

• My sentiment comes from a host-exclusive stamp set called Happy Birthday, Everyone.  Here’s another card using this great set.  Choose this stamp set as a free gift when you order a minimum of $150 in products in my Online Store (before tax/shipping).

• And inside the card, I used the “happy birthday” sentiment from the same set stamped in Night of Navy Ink – such a pretty combination of fonts!

And coming your way soon – 201-16 Holiday Catalog shares!  I know how much everyone loves to get shares for designer papers, ribbons and accessories once a new catalog begins.  The Holiday Catalog is just around the corner – due to launch to my customers on September 1st!  I’ll be taking reservations soon for all three types of shares – or get an “I want it all” share with all three.

Don’t Forget!

August Card Shop card samples aren’t ready until mid-month, but you can begin earning your free cards right now!  Get your card kits free from me each and every time you place an order in my online store!  They’re my gift to you.  Simply use Host Code MXJ2MAMV when checking out to receive your free card kits. Place your order in my online store HERE.  You can also just pay for your card kits if you don’t want to order.  You’ll find more info on my free card kit program HERE.
Product List

Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies [135851] $25.00	Big Shot [113439] $110.00	Happy Birthday, Everyone Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139958] $9.00	Happy Birthday, Everyone Wood-Mount Stamp Set [139171] $12.00
Night Of Navy 1/2″ Seam Binding Ribbon [134571] $7.00	1/4″ Circle Handheld Punch [134364] $9.00	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad [126970] $6.50	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730] $8.50
Melon Mambo 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [115320] $7.00	Night Of Navy 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100867] $7.00	Hello Honey 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [133678] $7.00	Old Olive 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100702] $7.00
Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Glue Dots [103683] $5.25	2-Way Glue Pen [100425] $4.50

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Hello Love Valentine

Here’s a quick and easy card using just 2 punches and one stamp from Stampin’ Up!  It’s definitely a Valentine’s Day kinda card, but it could be used all year long.  Who wouldn’t like getting this card in any month!

Not sure where the “hello love” came from?  That’s because it’s from a retired hostess set called Good Greetings.  Here’s a photo of all the great sentiments contained in this one set.

Since Good Greetings is retired, you can replace the sentiment with something else appropriate that you have.  But wait – I just happen to have an extra copy that’s never been used!  Leave a comment to this post and let me know which sentiment is your favorite from this set.  I’ll do a random drawing from the comments below.  Saturday, January 17th, is my birthday, and to celebrate I’ll choose a winner on that day.  I’ll announce the winner here on my blog, so be sure to leave a comment now then check back on the 17th to see if you’ve won!

Now on to telling you about my card.  Color scheme is Blackberry Bliss, Tangerine Tango and So Saffron – these colors work so well with each other, even though they aren’t in the same color collection!

• Begin creating the circle heart images by using the heart punch from the Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack.  Punch into the cardstock then using the 1″ Circle Punch, punch around the heart.  It’s much easier in this order!
• Save out one of the punched hearts and pop it up on a Dimensional next to the sentiment.
• A little Tangerine Tango Baker’s Twine is all the accessory you need with this fun layout.

Enjoy creating your own card and have fun playing with different color schemes.  This is a non-traditional Valentine’s Day color combo and if you’d prefer, you can try it in pinks and reds, maybe with some black.

Product List

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133642	105118	133675	111349
100730	104430

Don’t Forget!

• Order your 2015 Occasions and Sale-A-Bration Catalog shares!  Get smaller portions of all of the wonderful new papers, ribbons and accessories.  Click HERE for more information.
• And as always, get your free card kits!  Place a qualifying order with me, either online or by contacting me, and you can receive FREE card kits!  Here’s the hostess code for my January classes – please use US97YC2Z when checking out to receive January Stamp Shoppe and/or Stamp With Me card kits FREE.  You’ll find more info on my free card kit program HERE.

Order these and all your favorite Stampin’ Up! products at my Online Store.

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Bravo for Paws!

My youngest grandson is turning 5!  I can’t believe how these years have flown!  He’s a huge fan of Paw Patrol and his mom has themed his birthday party around it.  So it was off to my stampin’ studio to figure out how to translate that theme into a card.

• “Wow” kinda summed up my disbelief that he’s turning 5, so I pulled out the Bravo stamp set.  It’s also a little cheesy but I kept thinking “wow wow” for “bow wow” – I know it’s a stretch!
• The paw is made with the Hearts Thinlits and Sm. Oval Punch.  I popped them up on Dimensionals for more of a 3D effect.
• My color scheme replicated “Chase” who looks like this (for those of you without a 5-year-old boy)!  Guess I maybe should have used Chocolate Chip instead of Basic Black!
  
• The Star Embossing Folder created the fun background on the Crushed Curry cardstock.
• A fun accent for a young boy is the black and white Baker’s Twine.  Not much else needed!

Here’s my little sweetie – happy 5th birthday, Jackson!

Don’t Forget!

Get your December card kits free!  Place a qualifying order with me, either online or by contacting me, and you can receive FREE card kits!  Here’s the hostess code for my December classes – please use SEDJXYUG when checking out to receive December Stamp Shoppe and/or Stamp With Me card kits FREE.  You’ll find more info on my free card kit program HERE.

Order these and all your favorite Stampin’ Up! products at my Online Store.
Product List

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134576	132708	100730	131199
111350	121045	113439	104430

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Creative Class – attend or “By Mail”

Today is the final day to order your October Creative Class packet for Punch Art, 20-lb. Cards or both!  And you can now receive your card packets to attend class or by mail – for the exact same price!

20-lb. Cards is a brand-new class offering this month, and I know you're going to love all three cards using tons of embellishments.  Here's what you'll make:

Click here for information about attending this class in Rochester, NY.

Click here for information about my "By Mail!" Kit (all scoring, punching & die cutting done for you!)

Punch Art is always a favorite, and this month is no exception.  Make these terrific three cards and also receive three resource pages with clear envelopes for your ring binder.

Click here for information about attending this class in Rochester, NY.

Click here for information about my "By Mail!" Kit (all scoring, punching & die cutting done for you!)

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Technique and Punch Art class – attend or “on the go”

TWO separate classes take place on Technique Thursday.  Choose Technique Geeks or Punch Art – or do both! 
Take part in the way that works best for you:

1. Attend Technique Thursday "in person" if you live near Rochester, NY.
2. Whether you live far away or locally and can't attend, purchase an "on the go" kit all ready for you to put together in the comforts of your own home on your schedule.
    

AND Pay for each kit in the way that works best for you:

1. Pay $15 to either attend or to receive an "on the go" kit  ($3 for postage to mail out packets) OR
2. Place an order of at least $20 at my online store using the hostess/workshop code for the month (August's code is B3YSKWMF), and get your card kit FREE!  Go to my Online Store HERE to place your order.  If you're attending, you can simply give me your order at the class.

(Pricing is for one class – if you'd like both, then pay $30 or free with a minimum $40 order)

Here's a look at what you'll make at Technique Geeks class.  Make 3 cards plus 3 resource pages to coordinate! 3 clear envelopes included.

 

And here's what you'll make at Punch Art Class.  Make 3 cards plus 3 resource pages to coordinate! 3 clear envelopes included.

 For more details on attending Technique Thursday, click HERE. 

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Technique Thursday – attend or “on the go”

July 25th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm OPEN Hours

at 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609  

Cost: $15 or FREE with a $20 order placed during class or entered online BEFORE the class using Workshop Code 47SXJTQT.

Here's a look at the "Technique Class" line up for July               

This Month at the Punch Art Class…   July 25th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm OPEN Hours at 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609        Cost: $15 or FREE with a $20 order placed during class or entered online BEFORE the class using Workshop Code 47SXJTQT.   Here's a look at the "Punch Art Class" line up for July!

 For more details on attending Technique Thursday, click HERE. 

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April Technique Thursday – attend or “on the go”

April 18th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm OPEN Hours

at 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609  

Cost: $15 or FREE with a $20 order placed during class or entered online BEFORE the class using Workshop Code BXV2AWYJ.

Here's a look at the "Technique Class" line up for April! 

   

April 18th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm OPEN Hours

at 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609     

Cost: $15 or FREE with a $20 order placed during class or entered online BEFORE the class using Workshop Code BXV2AWYJ.  

If you're a long-distance customer, these classes are both available "On the Go!"  This way, you never have to miss out on fabulous techniques and punch art creations. I've just completely revamped my "On the Go" offering to be even better for my customers – click HERE for the "on the go" technique and punch art kit details. 

 

 

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Thomas the Tank Engine’s Happy Birthday

Grandson Liam's birthday was Saturday, and like most 3-year-old boys, he loves Thomas the Train!  This card, designed by Stampin' Up! demonstrator Pixie Elletson, was a must!  I added a few touches to make it my own, but basically followed her measurements for this terrific punch art idea.

Needless to say, it ended up being quite a large card.  I designed the track to fold forward and lie on the table when the card is standing.  Two hearts punched from Whisper White card stock and the Full Heart Punch serve as Thomas's smoke.  The Square Lattice Textured Impressions Folder for the Big Shot added some interest, and I found a piece of chipboard from a long-ago On Board Chipboard set to serve as the No. 3 on the front of the engine.  I colored it with Brilliant Blue Craft Ink, layered on some Clear Embossing Powder and used the Heat Tool to set it.  Inside I wrote a very corny saying, but perfect for this adorable card — "Chugga-chugga choo choo.  Happy Birthday to You!"

Here's the birthday boy enjoying helping the entire family put up a new play set in his back yard, a gift from his mom and dad.

Some of the wonderful colors used to create Thomas are retiring.  Get your Brilliant Blue, Summer Sun, Bordering Blue and Creamy Caramel card stocks before they're gone forever!

Don't Forget!. 

• To check out the Last Chance Stamp Set List! Click Here to View!
  
• To check out the Last Chance Decor Elements List! Click Here to View!
  
• To purchase the Mini Starter Kit for just $99! CLICK HERE for kit contents. Click HERE to learn more about the From the Heart Stampers Team and The Heartfelt Stampers Team.
• To click for the Updated Last Chance Accessories List.  Items are selling out fast!

Order Stampin' Up! products online 24/7 — click HERE!

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Congrats Cards

Thanks to all my wonderful customers for a terrific sales month in March!  With all the exciting choices this year, everyone was thrilled to earn free Sale-A-Bration products!  I placed No. 1 in sales on my team, The Heartfelt Stampers, and in the Top 10 of my "upline's upline's" group, The Gladheart Stampers.  Here are two congrats cards I received:

This darling card was made by Missy Shipman.  Don't you just love the punch art owl?  So clever!

This one's from Aly Schilling.  I love her use of the Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Folder on the So Saffron textured card stock for the star.  The sentiment comes from the Level 1 hostess stamp set found in the Occasions Mini Catalog called Picture This.

Don't Forget!

To purchase your May Card Kit of the Month!  Click HERE for details. 

Order Stampin' Up! products online 24/7 — click HERE!

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