Category: Techniques

Ice Cream, Adhesive Sheets and Last Chance Sale

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When you have the right tools, any project becomes easier.

Adhesive sheets are a type of double-sided adhesive that make any piece of paper into a sticker, and they are indispensable for a project like PAPER PIECING. The Ice Cream Swirl dies are a perfect example of how you can create sweet cards to drool over, using adhesive sheets:

Start with a 5.5″ x 6.75″ card base (scored at 4.25″) and “build” layers with Designer Series Paper. The Lighter Than Air designs have creamy colors that I used to cut 3 swirls from, then built up my lemon-raspberry ice cream swirl. This is a card you’ll want to make triplets of at one time, just to use up all the pieces:

Today (April 9th) is the last day to register for my Crafting Happiness class on Friday, April 19th, where I’ll be featuring the Ice Cream Swirl Bundle (and you get a discount on the class if you purchase the bundle from my store)- OR you can use one of the stamp & die bundles you may already have.

Crafting Happiness Class Registration

A tutorial to teach how to use Adhesive Sheets:

Inside the card:

Today also begins the Stampin’ Up! Last Chance Sale– click image to shop!

I appreciate your order of genuine Stampin’ Up! products from my store! Your support give me the opportunity to continue sharing creativity with you. I’m always tickled to mail a hand-stamped card as a thank you for online orders!

Product List
Ice Cream Swirl Bundle (English)
$53.00
Adhesive Sheets
$11.50
Lighter Than Air 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$12.50
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Lemon Lolly 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Sweet Sorbet Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
$10.00
Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$66.00
Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25
Paper Trimmer
$26.00
Stampin' Seal
$8.00
Mini Glue Dots
$5.75

Coloring with Masks (Enduring Beauty)

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Masks (the fancy Stampin’ Up! term for stencils) make coloring stamped images speedy and simple!

I was truly WOWed with how quickly I was able to color the floral spray image from the Enduring Beauty bundle with the coordinating masks, blending brushes and ink pads. This is a technique you may embrace if you don’t love to color, OR if you are just getting started, you can stamp and color this image with just two ink pads! Watch & learn how:

Did you catch how to die cut just half the image so you can add a layer of Designer Series Paper as the background? For the video, I added a second fold that opens on the right:

But you can just add a 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ layer of Designer Series Paper behind the flowers to make it a regular card. I really like the look of the Poetic Expressions designs with the flowers, and used the colors of that paper for coloring the flowers, as well.

Turn the design sideways and try different colors, too.

It’s a beautiful stamp set to use for so many projects, and if you haven’t seen my two previous posts using this set this week, check out the Notebook Cover project HERE and the color challenge card HERE.

THANK YOU for shopping in my Stampin’ Store for GENUINE Stampin’ Up! products!!! It enables me to continue bringing you creative ideas and you are guaranteed high quality products with service from someone who cares about you.

Product List
Enduring Beauty Bundle (English)
$50.75
Poetic Expressions 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$12.50
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
$8.25
Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Moody Mauve Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
2023–2025 In Color Jute Trim
$8.00
Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00

New at SU!- Softly Sophisticated for SAB

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Happy to see you hopping through here! Our New at SU! global group of demonstrators have ALL the Sale-a-Bration products here for you this month, and trust me: You want them ALL. Whether you are ending here, or just starting, don’t miss a single post!

I get to showcase the Softly Sophisticated bundle that you could choose free through February 29th with a qualifying order in your country (in the US, it’s free with a $100 order) and it comes with a stamp set AND an embossing folder:

It feels so elegant in Very Vanilla and I used the Perennial Postage dies for this first card to show how a simple layout can be “next level” when you add a little embossed texture.

Only one little problem: The small die with the postage cancellation wasn’t long enough! So here’s HOW TO STRETCH a die!

Leave me a comment and tell me what you think of this project, or which SAB item is next on your wish list, then visit these posts to help you celebrate creativity during Stampin’ Up! Sale-a-Bration – remember to save or PIN your favorites!

January New at SU! Hop: Sale-a-Bration
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1.Joni in the Spotlight Stamping (US) SAB FLIGHT AND AIRY
2.scraphexe (DE) – SAB Schlichte Eleganz (Softly Sophisticated)
3.iHeartCards2 (US) – SAB Most adored
4.Tricia’s Stamping Creations (US) – SAB Heartfelt Hellos
5.Stamping Flair (AU) – Sunny Days DSP
6.Stampinxime (DE) – Detailed Dogwood
7.The Joy of Stampin’ with Rachael (USA)- SAB Cradled in Love
8.Playing with Papercrafting (CA) – Jungle Pals for New at SU
9.Carterie Plus (CA) Trusty Tools/Fidèles Outils
10.Attelyootje (NL)- SAB Watercolor Melon
11.Nature’s INKspirations (USA) – Softly Stippled DSP
12.Creative Juice by Loni (US) – Softly Sophisticated for SAB
13.My Flutterby Moments (USA)- Jungle Pals
14.24-7 Inkspiration (US) – Flight & Airy
15.De Kijkkast (NL) – Going “Wild” with Jungle Pals

I’ll be spotlighting the Sale-a-Bration Watercolor Melon stamp set on Saturday, January 20th, so drop in for another visit!

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Product List
Softly Sophisticated Bundle (English)
$23.75
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00
Perennial Postage Dies
$33.00
Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00

Sent by Blueberry Post

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Rooty-Tooty Fresh & Fruity! Tomorrow- Thursday, January 4th- the January-April Mini Catalog goes live AND 2024 Sale-a-Bration begins!

I admired the “Blueberry Bunches” stamp set (item #162692) the moment I saw it: It feels like a floral, but it’s a fruit, and that’s kinda my “jam” (see what I did there?).

I’ve paired the stamps with the Perennial Postage bundle (Item #162608) for the sentiment and postage stamp die (in various sizes).

This is the second largest die and after I cut a piece of basic white, I stamped the blueberries in the center, then used Masking Paper around the edges so I could blend Pool Party ink from the outside into the image- a technique called “Reverse Masking”. As you carefully peel off the masking paper, the background appears as a frame!

Once I colored the image with Stampin’ Blends alcohol markers, I “cancelled” the postage stamp with the cutest little detail of the cancellation mark, which I dipped into Memento Tuxedo black ink before running through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine on top of my colored postage stamp.

Seemed fitting to share it with the #tgifc453 postal theme this week.

I’ll update the supply list once the catalog goes live, and hope you’ll try this technique and mail bunches of happy mail.

Need a Mini Catalog and Sale-a-Bration brochure? Shoot me a message and I’ll send it out to you.

Don’t want to miss a publication in the future? I mail mini catalogs to my customers who order $50 or more in the previous 6 months!

Product List
Blueberry Bunches Cling Stamp Set (English)
$23.00
Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Stampin' Up! Masking Paper
$7.00
Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
$6.50
Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Blueberry Bushel Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack
$10.00
Pool Party Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
$10.00
Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
$10.00
Small Blending Brushes
$12.00
Perennial Postage Dies
$33.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00
Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25
Stampin' Seal
$8.00

Copy the Catalog

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Need paper crafting ideas? Look no further than any Stampin’ Up! catalog!

In today’s live video, I demonstrated how to use the So Very Merry stamp set to re-create cards made with the Circle Sayings bundle (if you have one, you *need* the other!).

The card on the left is found on page 147 of the annual catalog and the card on the right is the one I stamped:

Let me show another example. Card on left from catalog, card on right I created to show you how well these two sets interchange!

In my Angel version of the cupcake card from the catalog, the More Dazzle paper is truly heavenly, and I embossed the angel image on Vellum cardstock in gold embossing powder, then colored it from the back with Stampin’ Blends markers. TIP: To adhere the vellum to the white background, lightly sponge liquid glue to the back of the vellum for a no-show adhesive.

With two days left of our 35th Anniversary Starter Kit promotion, you may consider getting the starter kit for 35% off -OR- choosing 35% more in the starter kit ($168.75 product value) for the regular price of $99…and if you don’t know what to choose, these two interchangeable sets/bundles are a good place to begin, plus you can copy the cards I showed! More Starter Kit suggestions in the video:

Happy you stopped by! Have you ever copied an idea from the catalog and put your own “stamp” on it?

Reverse Masking Thank You Card

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Since the Bough Punch is on backorder, I promised to demonstrate card using Layering Leaves (featured as my August 3 for FREE stamp set) that DOESN’T need the punch, and I’ll be using this design as thank you cards this month because it’s quick to create.

The “Reverse Masking” technique is made even easier with the new Masking Paper from Stampin’ Up! and it was magic to demonstrate HOW to use it in this quick video:

The card layout was inspired by one of my Sprinkled Ink team members, Beverly Benson. We made a similar card at our June Retreat shoebox swap and I knew it would work with this fabulous set.

You’ll be happy to learn – or remember! – this classic stamping technique.

Add the Layering Leaves to any $50+ order from my Stampin’ Store in August and receive 3 free tutorials via email plus the consumable supples from me in the mail!

Product List
Layering Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)
$24.00
Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad
$9.00
Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Stampin' Up! Masking Paper
$7.00
Stampin' Seal
$8.00

3-D Dots On DSP

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Hey! It’s good to see you here and know you’ll like the next 3-D embossed card idea. Are you pinning these ideas for inspiration when you want some texture on your cards and paper crafts?!

Stampin’ Up! has an embossing folder that matches the Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper – The Countryside Blossoms E.F. matches one of the patterns perfectly! – but you don’t have to have a matching design to emboss on Designer Series Paper. For this card, I debossed the 3-D Dots into a striped citrus pattern from the Delightfully Eclectic mega-pack:

You CAN combine dots & stripes!

I appreciate that the pattern on the paper hearkens back to my signature “Sweet Citrus” bundle, and in my Tips & Technique video, I used the HYBRID 3-D embossing folder to show you how that one CUTS & EMBOSSES at the SAME TIME!

That’s the third embossing folder from the Basics 3-D Embossing Folder Trio in the Online Exclusives section of my store, but I do have another card to share with you tomorrow.

Make your own ZESTY birthday card with the supplies listed below, and remember to save your BONUS DAYS coupons from July in a folder in your email so you can easily find them to SPEND in August!

Product List
Sweet Citrus Bundle (English)
$49.50
Basics 3 D Embossing Folders
$30.00
Delightfully Eclectic 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$30.00
Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Lemon Lolly 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Sponge Daubers
$5.50
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
$5.50
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25

Crosshatch Embossed Background

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Welcome back to day 2 of my embossing folder series! Today we are looking closer at the Crosshatch 3-D Basic embossing folder (one of a trio in my online store).

For a textured background like this, stamp your images first, then run it through the embossing folder. I used the texture OUTDENTED (it’s a real word) on my floral background, but you can also turn your paper over to get an INDENTED texture like this as an alternative:

If you missed the video teaching TIPS & TECHNIQUES for embossing folders, you can watch it here!

This texture is extremely versatile and you’ll be reaching for it often. I’ve listed the supplies for my “You Inspire Me” card below, and please visit tomorrow for the third 3-D Basics embossed card!

Product List
Crafting With You Bundle (English)
$54.00
Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad
$9.00
Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Basics 3 D Embossing Folders
$30.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00
Lost Lagoon ¼" (6.4 Mm) Bordered Ribbon
$8.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
$5.50
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25

A “recipe” of the correct way to layer the 3-D Basics Crosshatch embossing folder into your Cut & Emboss “Sandwich”:

Paper “Quilts” for TGIF Sketch

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Paper Crafting is a LOT like quilting: Take scraps and put them together, and you’ve got a completely NEW object!

Late last night I “stitched” together a few panels to use for the #tgifc424 sketch challenge:

And because I couldn’t decide which I liked best, I made TWO versions, one for “paper-piecers” and the other for “fabric-piecers”!

Which version do you like best? I really want to know!

I can see a quilter including the second card with a comforter they would gift to a loved one!

My scraps were pieces of the Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (15% off during June!) and I paired my paper quilts with the Basics Floral 3D Embossing Folder…have you seen this bundle of *indispensible* textures? Only available in my online store, they are the ones I reach for the most because one of them will go with [almost] anything I’m creating!

And can we take a minute to admire the Boho Blue Limited Edition Mini Cut & Emboss Machine I stamped on my card and the actual one in my Stampin’ Store? I really did stamp it in Boho Blue for my card, but the lighting at night doesn’t look quite right. I love the mini machine for quick cutting and it’s the one that sits on my desk, but remember; the regular size embossing folders only fit in the regular Cut & Emboss Machine.

Use up your Designer Series Paper scraps with this technique: Glue pieces next to each other on a piece of card stock (in line or randomly), then cut to desired size and use it like you would a regular piece of patterned paper!

Product List
Crafting With You Bundle (English)
$54.00
Countryside Inn 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$12.50
Boho Blue 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.50
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$10.00
Boho Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad
$9.00
Basics 3 D Embossing Folders
$30.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$128.00
Boho Blue 3/8" (1 Cm) Textured Ribbon
$8.00
Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels
$7.50
Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25

Fence Me In: A Split-Front Card

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Split-front cards are trending in paper crafting, and the Sending Smiles bundle makes today’s card a sunny one!

I’d been seeing these pretty cards and knew it was time to jump in, so today I taught you how with a video. Will you try this unique style of a split-front card?

The Sending Smiles stamps and Sending Dies WILL be carrying over to the 2023-2024 catalog in May, but they won’t be bundled together with a discount, as they are now!

Have a ball making your own Fence-Post cards! Here are the supplies you need for this version:

Product List
Sending Smiles Bundle (English)
$49.50
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
$8.25
Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$9.25
Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$9.25
Paper Trimmer
$25.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
$6.00
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad
$8.00
Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad
$8.00
Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
$63.00
2022 2024 In Color Matte Decorative Dots
$8.00
Baker's Twine Essentials Pack
$11.00
Foam Adhesive Sheets
$8.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
$4.00
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
$4.25
Mini Glue Dots
$5.25

If you are wanting the best deal to gain CREATIVE CONFIDENCE, add $125 worth of these items to a STARTER KIT (and only pay $99)…then you’ll be part of my Sprinkled Ink team and connected to other creative people sharing what they love! It’s my job to help you learn and grow your business, and we’ll have a fun time doing it together.