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Silver 5/8″ Satin Ribbon

Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Neutrals Candy Dots

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

$7.95

Glue Dots

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

Fuse Fast Adhesive

$9.95

Flower Pot Designer Series Paper

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Whisper White – 4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels: Silver Foil – 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ panel; Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Shimmery White – 3-3/4″ x 4-7/8″ panel

Sentiment & Die Cuts: Banner Framelits die cut (3rd from center).

A “Beautiful Bunch” of New Products from Stampin’ Up!

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Now that the craft studio is finished, I’m really having a lot of fun delving into all my new stuff from Stampin’ Up! Today’s card features several new products from the 2014 Annual Catalog. I used the new Fun Flower Punch and the Flower Frenzy Die to create the main focal point, but there are lots of other new things included in the details too.

I had so much fun playing with the new Back to Black and Flowerpot Designer Series Paper packs for this project. I love the combination of Lost Lagoon, Basic Black, and Whisper White. And who said leaves have to be green, right? For a detailed list of all the card stock cuts and dimensions, scroll to the very bottom of this post.

For the center of my large flowers, I used the new Beautiful Bunch stamp set. I love how the bold black center brings the flowers to life. Add a little sponging around the edges and a pearl accent in the middle and you are in business! For the tiny flowers, I used the Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack. That little flower is fast becoming one of my favorite punches! It is such a perfect item for “filling in” a project.

If you are a fan of this project, please pin it to Pinterest and leave me a comment. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the new 2014 Annual Stampin’ Up! catalog yet, now is the perfect time. There are so many great new items available for purchase. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies you can shop now in my online store! Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

2014 Annual Catalog One-to-One Swap

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Have you ever considered joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator? Do you have at least $50 worth of products on your wish list? Would you like to get Blendabilities Markers before they are available to the public? If so, now is a great time to join. Between now and June 30, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value), but for the month of June only they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team whether you are a hobbyist or if you are interested in building your own business! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

WEEKLY DEALS for June 17-23

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 23.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Neutrals Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack

$21.95

Beautiful Bunch Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.95

Beautiful Bunch Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Flower Frenzy Bigz L Die

$37.95

Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack

$16.95

Back To Black Designer Series Paper

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin’ Pad

Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

$7.95

Stamping Sponges

$3.50

Glue Dots

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

Kinda Eclectic Wood-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Basic Black -4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels:

Whisper White – 4″ x 5-1/4″ (x2 – one for the front, one inside), 2″ x 2-3/4″ (front of card)

Basic Black – 3-3/4″ x 5″ panel, 2-3/8″ x 4-1/2″ panel, 2-1/8″ x 3-1/2″ panel, 2-1/8″ x 2-7/8″ panel

Grey Polka Dot DSP (Neutrals Designer Series Paper Background Stack) – 3-5/8″ x 4-7/8″

Black and White DSP (Back to Black DSP pack) – 2-1/4″ x 4-3/8″ panel

Lost Lagoon DSP (Flowerpot DSP pack) – 2″ x 3-3/8″ panel

Sentiment & Die Cuts: Basic Black – one leaf die cut (Flower Frenzy Die), 3 flowers (Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack); Lost Lagoon – one Fun Flower Punch, one Pansy Punch; Lost Lagoon DSP (Flowerpot DSP pack) – 3 flowers (Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack).

2014 Annual Catalog Swaps from Stampin’ Up!

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Recently, I had the privilege of participating in a card swap to highlight some of the products from the new 2014 Annual Catalog. Today, I thought I would share with you some of the cards I received. (Please note, some of the cards did not come with a card recipe attached. I have done my best to recreate this for you, but please excuse any errors in my interpretation if you notice them.)

Card design by Linda Green

Stamps: Work of Art, Gorgeous Grunge

Card Stock: Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist, Shimmery White

Ink: Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist, Hello Honey

Dies & Punches: Labels Framelits Collection

Accessories: Mossy Meadow Ribbon, Rhinestones Basic Jewels

Card design by Linda Bauwin

Stamps: Lots of Thanks

Card Stock: Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Blackberry Bliss

Ink: Blackberry Bliss

Dies & Punches: Modern Label Punch, Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack

Card design by Angie Silva

Stamps: Something to Say, Sea Street

Card Stock & Paper: Bermuda Bay (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″), Maritime DSP (4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″), Whisper White (1-3/4″ x 5-1/2″), Coastal Cabana (1-5/8″ x 5-1/2″)

Ink: Bermuda Bay

Dies & Punches: 2″ Circle Punch

Accessories: Mini Brads

Card design by Jill Van Dieren

Stamps: Sea Street, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Card Stock & Paper: Very Vanilla, Blackberry Bliss, Maritime DSP

Ink: Blackberry Bliss, Tangelo Twist, Hello Honey, Mossy Meadow, Real Red

Dies & Punches: Word Window Punch, Modern Label Punch

Accessories: Vellum, Calypso Coral Stampin’ Emboss Powder

I hope you have enjoyed seeing the lovely work created by these ladies. I’ve finished painting my craft studio, and I’m in the process of moving everything in and getting organized! On Sunday, I will share a cute decorative project I did last night to help liven up the space and add some color and inspiration to my room. Stay tuned next week when I unveil the completed studio with a virtual tour of my favorite new place!

Don’t forget to sign up for the one-to-one swap! I can’t wait to see what you are creating. Swaps are a fun way to interact and create together. The details and registration link are below.

If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the new 2014 Annual Stampin’ Up! catalog yet, I would love to get one to you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

2014 Annual Catalog One-to-One Swap

Hello Stampers! I am so excited about the launch of the new 2014 Annual Catalog from Stampin’ Up! There are so many awesome products in there. I would love the chance to see what you are creating. Let’s do a one-to-one swap! To participate, you will send me one card created with current Stampin’ Up! products (no retired items please) and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Once all the swaps have arrived, I will send you someone else’s card in the mail. It’s that easy! The motto of Stampin’ Up! is Inspire, Create, Share. This swap is the perfect opportunity for us to support one another and share all our creative ideas. If you have questions, please feel free to contact me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Do you have $50 worth of products you would like to purchase from the new annual catalog? Do you want to purchase Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers now, without having to wait until they are available to the public? If so, now is a great time to join my team. During the month of June, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value + FREE Shipping), but only during the month of June they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value + FREE Shipping). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

WEEKLY DEALS for June 10-16

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 16.

Project Life Meets Ray of Sunshine – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today’s project was actually inspired by a journaling card from Project Life by Stampin’ Up! I saw the raindrop pattern at the top of the card and immediately thought of the girls with the umbrella from the In This Together stamp set. From there, inspiration was born!

The Project Life card with the raindrops was a lined card intended for scrapbook journaling. The lines didn’t suit my purpose, so I combined it with another Project Life card with clouds on it. I glued the cards together and then cut them to the size I wanted for the front of my card. Next, I mounted that panel onto a mat in Basic Gray. Then I added a length of Soft Sky 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon at the seam where the two cards joined.

I stamped my So Saffron card base with the sun and the polka dot border from the Kinda Eclectic stamp set. I used my stamp-a-ma-jig to assist with perfect placement of the polkadots. Then I added my “rainy day” panel to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I stamped the girls from the In This Together stamp set on Whisper White card stock with Memento Black Ink and colored them using a combination of Stampin’ Write markers and Stampin’ Blendabilities (available soon, I’ll keep you posted). I cut the image out with my paper snips and attached it to the card with dimensionals.

Finally, I stamped the polka dot border from Kinda Eclectic in Soft Sky on card stock of the same color. Then, I stamped the sunshine greeting from the Ray of Sunshine stamp set in Basic Gray. I just love the sentiments in that set! I thought this one went perfectly with my rainy day theme! I cut my sentiment out using Banner Framelits dies (the third from the center) and sponged around the edges in Basic Gray ink.

For the inside of the card, I mirrored the stamping that I did on my card base. I love that polka dot border! I think the Kinda Eclectic stamp set is going to get a lot of ink time from me. It also has a gorgeous leaf stamp in it which will be the perfect accompaniment for so many of my floral stamps!

The In this Together stamp set is not my usual style, but I really like working with it. It has some adorable girly images in it. I am also enjoying using Project Life items in my cards. It is sort of a fun challenge to see how I will incorporate them next!

Check out the links below to see how these talented ladies are using Project Life:

Sandi MacIver from Stamping with Sandi
Amy Koenders of Stamp with Amy K

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

WEEKLY DEALS for June 10-16

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 16.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$27.95

Kinda Eclectic Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.95

In This Together Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$22.95

In This Together Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$16.95

Ray Of Sunshine Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.95

Ray Of Sunshine Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.95

Banners Framelits Die

Soft Sky 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon

Everyday Adventure Project Life Card Collection

$15.95

So Saffron 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

So Saffron Classic Stampin’ Pad

Soft Sky 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad

Basic Gray 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

Neutrals Stampin’ Write Marker

$22.95

Brights Stampin’ Write Markers

$28.95

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Skin Tone Assortment

$22.95

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Cherry Cobbler Assortment

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Daffodil Delight Assortment

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Old Olive Assortment

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Pumpkin Pie Assortment

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Rich Razzleberry Assortment

Snail Permanent Adhesive

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Everyday Adventure Project Life Card Collection

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: So Saffron -4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels: Basic Gray – 3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″ panel; Project Life cards combined and cut to 3-3/8″ x 4-5/8″; Whisper White – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card)

Sentiment & Die Cuts: Whisper White – Stamp of girls from “In This Together” stamp set; Soft Sky banner

Project Life Quick Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today I have an exciting project to share with you that features the Project Life line of products from Stampin’ Up!

Originally Project Life was developed to help scrapbookers document their memories in a way that was not only cute, but also time efficient. However, scrapbooking is not all you can do with Project Life products. They are also great for creating quick and fabulous cards!

Recently, Stampin’ Up! and Project Life joined forces to create a line of products that combine the visions of the two companies. Now you can get Project Life items that coordinate with all the Stampin’ Up! colors and products that you know and love. Today’s project is a super quick card that I created using Project Life items.

I’ll be honest, when I first heard about this joint venture and the new line of products, I wasn’t sure they were for me. I like to do digital scrapbooking for my memories, so I didn’t think I would use this line of products much. However, today’s card was so fast and easy, that I think I may have persuaded myself otherwise… when I need to create a really cute card in a hurry, I’m reaching for a Project Life card collection!

Click here to check out what the very talented Amy Koenders, of Stamp with Amy K, has created using Project Life today!

I hope you have enjoyed today’s project. I would appreciate it if you would pin this project to Pinterest if you like it as much as I do. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the 2014 Annual Catalog yet, now is a great time. I’ve got a stack of them hot off the presses waiting for you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies, you can shop now in my online store! Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Have you been considering joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator? If so, now is a great time to join. Between now and June 30, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value), but for the month of June only they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

WEEKLY DEALS for June 3 – 9

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 9.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$15.95

Everyday Adventure Project Life Accessory Pack

$9.95

Bermuda Bay 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Melon Mambo 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents

Coastal Cabana Thick Baker’s Twine

2013-2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack

$21.95

Snail Adhesive

Gorgeous Grunge Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Bermuda Bay – 5″ x 10″

Panels: Melon Mambo – 4-1/8″ x 4-1/8″ panel; Whisper White – 4-3/4″ x 4-3/4″

Envelope: Strawberry Slush DSP (In Color DSP Stack) – 8-1/8″ x 8-1/8″ scored at 4-1/8″ with envelope punch board.

Gorgeous Grunge and Petite Petals Boxed Card Set – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I have been having so much fun with boxed card sets lately, that I decided to create another one featuring the Gorgeous Grunge and Petite Petals stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! The cards in this set are a total CASE from a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator in the UK, Sam Donald from Pootles Papercraft. Her You Tube channel is one of my favorites. Ironically, she rarely posts videos of cards, favoring 3-D projects instead. However, this time she posted a card, and then I turned it into a box! Thanks for the inspiration Sam! The only thing I changed was the color scheme. 🙂

I would love to hear your thoughts about this project. Today is the last day to leave me a comment for your chance to win one of the Retro Fresh Boxed Card Sets featured in my posts earlier this week. Tomorrow, I will do the drawing and the winner will be announced on my Tuesday Updates post.

Creating the Cards

If you would like additional information about how to create design on the front of these beautiful cards, please watch Sam’s video tutorial linked above. She does a fabulous job explaining everything step by step, and she creates gorgeous designs. In fact, I loved this one so much that it prompted me to purchase the Gorgeous Grunge stamp set. I had been on the fence about that one for a while, but I had to have it once I saw this card. Now that I’ve got it, I really like it. I think you will be seeing more “splotchy” cards coming from me soon. LOL.

As I said before, I loved her design so much, the only thing I changed was the color scheme. In celebration of the new catalog launch tomorrow, I decided to feature the new 2014-2016 In Colors in my card set today. I created the card in four different color schemes:

Gorgeous Grunge & Petite Petals (12 of 18)

Blackberry Bliss, Basic Gray, & Smoky Slate

Lost Lagoon & Island Indigo

Mossy Meadow & Pistachio Pudding

Tangelo Twist & Hello Honey

For the inside of my card, I chose to incorporate some of the same elements from the front.

Creating the Box

I followed the same technique featured in Friday’s video tutorial for this box, but I adjusted the dimensions. If you missed my post on Friday, you can view my tutorial here. To create this box, I used a full sheet of 8-1/2″ x 11″ card stock, and scored it as follows:

With the 8-1/2″ side at the top of my Stampin’ Trimmer, I scored at:

1/2″
1-3/8″
7-1/8″
8″

Next, with the 11″ side at the top of the trimmer, score at:

2-3/8″
3-1/4″
7-3/4″
8-5/8″

The measurements for the panels on the flap are:

Basic Gray – 5-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ punched on two corners with the Envelope Punch Board
Very Vanilla – 5-1/4″ x 2-1/8″ punched on two corners with the Envelope Punch Board

For this box, since I was using a full sheet of card stock to accommodate a 4-1/4″ x 5-1/5″ card, I did not have enough overlap to do a Velcro closure. Instead, I created this tie closure with the gorgeous new In Color ribbon. To create the closure, I punched two small holes close together. I threaded the ribbon from the top of the flap through to the inside and then back up again. I wrapped the ribbon around the box and tied it closed. Then I hid my holes by embellishing with flowers on top.

I am so thrilled with how this project turned out. I think Sam’s design is beautiful with the new In Colors, and it makes a gorgeous boxed set. I know anyone would be delighted to receive this as a gift! Please pin this project to Pinterest if you like it as much as I do. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

The new catalog goes live tomorrow! I know you are probably chomping at the bit to get your hands on some of the fantastic new products from Stampin’ Up! just like I am. If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the 2014 Annual Catalog yet, now is a great time. I’ve got a stack of them hot off the presses waiting for you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies or want to grab some retiring products before they are gone, you can shop now in my online store! Remember, the Stampin’ Up! Retiring Products are 20%-50% off while supplies last! There are only a few more days left to order, so act now! Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Have you been considering joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator? If so, now is a great time to join. Between now and June 30, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value), but for four weeks only they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

Retiring Products – Only a few days left!

Stampin’ Up! is offering a 25%-50% discount on many of the retiring products, but you have to act fast, as this special offer is only available until June 4, 2014 and only available while supplies last. If you missed out on a product the first time, this is your last chance to get it before it’s gone for good! Click here to go to my online store to start shopping!

Retiring Stamps (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

Retiring Accessories (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

If you need any stamping supplies, I’d be very happy to be your Demonstrator. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.

WEEKLY DEALS for May 27 – June 2

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 2.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$17.95

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin’ Pad

Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Blackberry Bliss 3/8″ Satin Stitched Ribbon

$8.95

Hello Honey Classic Stampin’ Pad

Hello Honey 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin’ Pad

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Tangelo Twist Classic Stampin’ Pad

Tangelo Twist 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad

Pistachio Pudding 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Smoky Slate Classic Stampin’ Pad

Basic Gray 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Island Indigo Classic Stampin’ Pad

Island Indigo 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

Very Vanilla 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack

$16.95

Baked Brown Sugar 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Card Stock Cuts (Cards)

Card Bases: Blackberry Bliss, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, & Tangelo Twist – 4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels: Basic Gray, Island Indigo, Pistachio Pudding, & Hello Honey – 4″ x 5-1/4″; Very Vanilla – 3-3/4″ x 5″ (front of card), 4″ x 5-1/4″ (inside of card).

Retro Fresh Boxed Card Set (Part 2) – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

On Wednesday, I shared with you how to make these adorable cards and envelopes using the Retro Fresh DSP set from Stampin’ Up! If you missed that post, please click here to see all the details.

Today, I am going to share with you how you can make the cute box to finish off this great gift set. And don’t forget, if you leave me a comment about this project, you could win one of these boxed card sets! On Monday, June 2nd, I will do a drawing to see who will get to have one of these adorable card boxes of their very own!

This project is a great one to store away for future reference. With a few math calculations, the dimensions can be adjusted to fit a wide variety of card sizes. These boxed card sets make wonderful gifts for any occasion. With a few tweaks, you could change them to match any season or purpose. They are quick and easy to create using any color combination. On Sunday, I will share another project I made by adjusting the size of this box so you can see exactly what I mean. If you are a fan of this project, please pin it to Pinterest. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

With the new catalog launch on Monday, you will have access to tons of great new paper designs from Stampin’ Up! I hope you will give this project a try with one of the new designs and send me a picture of your project! If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the 2014 Annual Catalog yet, now is a great time. I’ve got a stack of them hot off the presses waiting for you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies or want to grab some retiring products before they are gone, you can shop now in my online store! Remember, the Stampin’ Up! Retiring Products are 20%-50% off while supplies last! There are only a few days left to order from the current catalogs. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Have you been considering joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator? If so, now is a great time to join. Between now and June 30, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value), but for four weeks only they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

Retiring Products – Only a few days left!

Retiring Stamps (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

Retiring Accessories (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

WEEKLY DEALS for May 27 – June 2

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 2.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

So Saffron 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Retro Fresh Designer Series Paper

In Color Boutique Details

Baked Brown Sugar 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Card Stock Cuts (Card Box only)

Card Base: So Saffron, Coastal Cabana, or Baked Brown Sugar – 9-1/4″ x 7-7/8″

Score lines:

With 7-7/8″ side at top, score at: 1″, 1-5/8″, 6-1/4″, and 6-7/8″

With 9-1/4″ side at top, score at: 2-3/8″, 3-1/8″, 6-3/8″, and 7″

Retro Fresh Boxed Card Set (Part 1) – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I have a really cute project to share with you today. I have been on a mission to use up all my leftover designer series paper. I absolutely adore the designs in the Retro Fresh DSP set from Stampin’ Up! and I hate for anything to go to waste. This project makes a great gift idea for any occasion, and people love receiving these cute little card sets. What’s even better is that they are super simple to make!

I was inspired to make these sets after seeing a blog post by another Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, Dawn Griffith. She created some cute little card sets that were the size of the small box in the picture above (Coastal Cabana), and the card on the left in the picture below. Those cards are pretty tiny, and would be perfect for putting on top of a gift with a brief greeting, or for giving someone cash as a gift. However, I decided that I would like to design similar project with slightly larger dimensions, which is what I’m going to tell you about today. The finished size of these cards is 4-1/4″ x 2-3/4″. They are smaller than a standard card, but a nice size for dropping someone a quick note.

For today’s post, I will be giving the details for how to create the cards and envelopes for this project. Stay tuned on Friday, and I will give you a video tutorial for creating the box. Also, it is time for some new blog candy! Leave me a comment about this project for your chance to win one of these cute card sets. On Monday, June 2nd, I will do a drawing to see who will get to have one of these adorable sets for their very own!

For this project, I used Coastal Cabana, So Saffron, and Baked Brown Sugar card stock for my card bases and boxes. You will need one 8-1/2″ x 11″ sheet of card stock to make a set of 4 cards, and another one for the box. I started by cutting a sheet of card stock into four panels measuring 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″. Then I used my Envelope Punch Board to round the corners and folded each card in half, for a finished dimension of 4-1/4″ x 2-3/4″.

Next, I cut a panel of Retro Fresh DSP, rounded two corners and added some Coastal Cabana Stretch Ruffle Trim using SNAIL adhesive. I adhered the panel to the front of the card, and that was it! I repeated that process for all four cards… couldn’t be simpler.

For my envelopes, I used one sheet of 12″ x 12″ designer series paper from the Retro Fresh set. I cut the paper into 6″ x 6″ squares and made my first score line at 3-1/2″ using my Envelope Punch Board. If you haven’t used the envelope punch board, it is really easy to use. Here is a video that shows you how it works.

One little note, I don’t really like the pointed part sticking up from the bottom flap of the envelope, so I just cut that part off. I find it gives the envelope a more finished look.

These sets are wonderful because they are very versatile. You can create them using any color combination or variety of designer series paper. You can add a sentiment for a specific occasion, or leave them blank as I have done. These would make fabulous teacher gifts (Trust me… I’m also a teacher. We eat this stuff up!) What’s wonderful is you can make several sets in a couple of hours for very little money! If you are a fan of this project, please pin it to Pinterest. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

To see my post about how to create the box featured in this project click here.

Although, I’m sad to see the Retro Fresh DSP being retired, I’m excited about all the new designs that will be available with the new catalog on Monday! We only have a few more days to wait! If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the 2014 Annual Catalog yet, now is a great time. I’ve got a stack of them hot off the presses waiting for you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies or want to grab some retiring products before they are gone, you can shop now in my online store! Remember, the Stampin’ Up! Retiring Products are 20%-50% off while supplies last! Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

Demonstrator Sign Up Special Available through June 30th!

Have you been considering joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator? If so, now is a great time to join. Between now and June 30, new recruits can join Stampin’ Up! at one of two great prices. Stampin’ Up! will continue to offer their traditional starter kit priced at $99 ($125 product value), but for four weeks only they will also be offering a reduced priced starter kit at the low price of $50 ($55 product value). Drop me a note at handcraftingheather@icloud.com if you have any questions or if you’d like additional details. I’d love to have you on my team! You can read more information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator here.

Retiring Products – Only a few days left!

Retiring Stamps (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

Retiring Accessories (Available April 21-June 4, 2014, or while supplies last)

WEEKLY DEALS for May 27 – June 2

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through June 2.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

So Saffron 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Retro Fresh Designer Series Paper

In Color Boutique Details

Summer Silhouettes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts (Cards and Envelopes only)

Card Base: So Saffron or Baked Brown Sugar – 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″

Panels: Retro Fresh DSP – 4″ x 2-1/2″ panel

Envelopes: Retro Fresh DSP – 6″ x 6″ (first score at 3-1/2″ using the envelope punch board)

Watercolor Wonder Good Thoughts – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I recently learned that a former co-worker of mine has been diagnosed with breast cancer. I made this get well card featuring a sentiment from Perfect Pennants and the beautiful flowers from the Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper pack for her in an attempt to lift her spirits. It is never fun to have the occasion to make this type of card, but I hope that it will brighten her day a little to know that she is not alone and that I am sending good thoughts her way!

This card was pretty quick and very simple to create. I started with a Whisper White card base and layered on two different panels from Watercolor Wonder. I inked around the edges of the panels with Tangerine Tango ink to add a little definition to the layers.

Next, I stamped the leaf image from Summer Silhouettes three times in Old Olive on the yellow and orange watercolor wash design from the DSP pack. I cut out three flowers from a sheet of the rose design paper in the Watercolor Wonder pack and added them to the front of my card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Finally, I stamped the “Sending Good Thoughts Your Way” greeting on to a piece of polka-dot DSP and cut it out using my banner framelits dies. I inked around the edges of the banner with Tangerine Tango ink.

I finished the inside of my card with the leaf motif and another rose from the Watercolor Wonder DSP.

I hope that this card is able to lift my friend’s spirits. If you are a fan of this card, please pin this project to Pinterest and leave me a comment. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

Although, I’m sad to see this beautiful paper being retired, I’m excited about all the new designs that will be available with the new catalog on June 2nd. If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the new catalog yet, now is a great time. I’ve got a stack of them hot off the presses waiting for you. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies or want to grab some retiring products before they are gone, you can shop now in my online store! Remember, the Stampin’ Up! Retiring Products are 20%-50% off while supplies last! Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for May 20-26

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through May 26.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$17.95

Perfect Pennants Clear-mount Stamp Set

$21.95

Banners Framelits Dies

Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Tangerine Tango Classic Stampin’ Pad

Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad

Petite Petals Clear-Mount Bundle

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Whisper White – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Watercolor Wonder – (front of card) two panels 5-3/8″ x 4-1/8″ and 5″ x 3-3/4″

Sentiment & Die Cuts: Watercolor Wonder DSP – 1 banner

Watercolor Wonder Tri-fold Banner Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I absolutely adore the patterns in the Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper pack. I am bound and determined not to let this gorgeous paper go to waste, so you will probably see lots of it in the next couple of weeks (along with the Retro Fresh DSP). Remember, there is only a short time left to order your retiring products, so act now!

Although, I’m sad to see this beautiful paper being retired, I’m excited about all the new designs that will be available with the new catalog on June 2nd. If you haven’t gotten your very own copy of the new catalog yet, now is a great time. I offer free catalogs to all of my customers. If you are my customer or want to be my customer, please email me your name and mailing address. I’ll be more than happy to send you the gorgeous book. You can email me at handcraftingheather@icloud.com.

I had a great time playing around with all the different patterns from Watercolor Wonder for these cards. I began with card bases in Island Indigo and Tangelo Twist. I scored these to create a tri-fold effect. Then I added panels of Watercolor Wonder DSP to the front flaps. I used my Banner Framelits Dies to cut three banners from Wild Wasabi and Daffodil Delight card stock for each card. For these banners, I wanted them to be narrower than the die, so I cut strips of card stock 1-1/4″ wide and then centered the die over my strips. This allowed me to have a perfect angle on the banner to mat my smaller banner, without the mat being too big. Next, I cut banners from my DSP using the 2nd die from the center. I glued my banner layers together with multipurpose liquid adhesive and then added them to the front of the card. I put two banners on the right flap, and the banner in the center on the left flap. This creates a cool “interlocking” closure effect, which adds a lot of interest to the card design.

Next, I stamped three flowers from the Petite Petals stamp set in Island Indigo and Tangelo Twist ink. I used a sponge to ink around the edges of the flower, which really made them pop. Then I colored a pearl using my Stampin’ Blendabilities markers in Coastal Cabana and Daffodil delight and placed it in the center of each flower. I popped up the petals of the flowers and added them to the banners using mini glue dots.

For my sentiment, I chose the “Just Because” stamp from A Dozen Thoughts. I love the curly script of this greeting. I stamped the greeting in Island Indigo and Tangelo Twist, using my stamp-a-ma-jig for perfect placement. Then I embellished with some more pearls.

I played around with different combinations of the DSP for my panels to create slightly different versions of my card. As you can see, the possibilities for this design are endless!

I finished off the inside of my card by adding panels of Watercolor Wonder DSP on the inside. I inked around the edges of the top layer to give some added contrast with the mat.

I love the cheerful colors of these cards. I also like the contrast between the soft florals and the geometric design of the banners. I am looking forward to sending these out when those “just because” moments arise in life. I hope you have enjoyed today’s project as well. As always, if you find inspiration from my work, please pin this project to Pinterest and leave me a comment. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of this post below the supply list and cards stock cuts. Also, if you like my work, why not subscribe to my blog via email. All you have to do is click on “follow” in the sidebar.

I hope you will consider selecting me as your demonstrator for your stamping needs. If you need any supplies or want to grab some retiring products before they are gone, you can shop now in my online store! Also, remember that I’ve got a stack of brand new catalogs hot off the presses waiting for you. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions or if you would like a catalog. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for May 20-26

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through May 26.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store. (Keep in mind that some sneak peek items will not be available for purchase until June 2, 2014.)

$21.25

Petite Petals Wood-Mount Bundle

$24.50

Petite Petals Punch

$12.95

A Dozen Thoughts Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$18.95

A Dozen Thoughts

Banners Framelits Dies

Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

Island Indigo Classic Stampin’ Pad

Tangelo Twist Classic Stampin’ Pad

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Daffodil Delight Assortment

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Coastal Cabana Assortment

Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper

Wild Wasabi 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Daffodil Delight 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Tangelo Twist 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Island Indigo 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

Stamping Sponges

$3.50

Big Shot Die-Cut Machine

$99.95

Mini Glue Dots

Stamp-A-Ma-Jig