Serene Silhouettes Mountain Scene for My Dad – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I just can’t seem to stay away from the Serene Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! It is one of my new favorites! Today’s card was inspired by a very similar one created by Michelle Zindorf. As soon as I saw her card, I was blown away by the artistry. It opened up a whole new world of artistic possibilities that can be achieved with a little sponging! I made a few modifications to her design to make it my own, but the creative credit for this one definitely goes to Michelle. Although I’m a little early, this peaceful mountain sunset scene reminded me of my dad, so I decided to make it a Father’s Day card. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Isn’t the scenery on the front of this card just gorgeous! Well, you won’t believe how easy it is to achieve! If you are in love with this card as much as I am, please leave me a comment. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Now let’s get to how you can create a card like this one on your own. I used a lot of cool new techniques on this one, and I can’t wait to share them with you.

I began by rolling Old Olive ink onto my Square Lattice Textured Impression Embossing Folder using a brayer. You will get a different impression depending on which side of the folder you apply your ink to. I rolled the ink on the back side of the folder, then I carefully placed a panel of Old Olive card stock inside and ran it through my Big Shot. Then I adhered my embossed panel to a Pool Party card base using Tombow Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I just love how that technique makes the embossed design pop!

Next, I swiped my So Saffron and Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pads directly across a panel of Whisper White card stock. Don’t worry if your ink is streaky, it will actually add to the design in the end.

To create my mountain range, I placed a post-it note just below my horizon line. Then I tore a piece of paper and stuck it to my work surface with two other post-its.

Next, I started layering in my ink. I started with Tempting Turquoise ink, applying it with a stamping sponge. Then I moved my torn paper and layered in some more.

I continued moving my paper and adding more layers of ink until I was satisfied with my mountain range. At the end, I went back in and added some Marina Mist and Night of Navy ink toward the bottom of the mountains.

Once I was happy with my misty island, I used a sponge to add some So Saffron and Cherry Cobbler ink to the sky to give it a sunset effect.

Then, I added some greenery to the foreground, by sponging on some Old Olive ink near the bottom of my art piece.

For the final step, I inked up the tree from Serene Silhouettes using Stazon Black ink and stamped it on the left hand side of my panel. I added some of the Stazon ink across the bottom of the panel using a sponge give some more depth to the foreground.

I mounted my finished art piece onto a panel of Always Artichoke card stock and added it to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Then I stamped the “Happy Father’s Day” greeting from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set onto a scrap of Whisper White card stock. I punched it out using the Word Window Punch. Then I punched some Always Artichoke card stock using the Modern Label Punch. I inked around the edges with Old Olive ink and layered everything together with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I finished off the inside of my card by sponging along the bottom of a Whisper White panel with Old Olive and Stazon Black ink. Then I stamped the tree image from Serene Silhouettes in the bottom right corner.

I absolutely love how this card turned out. I think it may be my favorite creation to date! I hope you have enjoyed it too! If so, I hope you will pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you are interested in purchasing the Serene Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! you can shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies, I would love to be your personal Demonstrator. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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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.

Serene Silhouettes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$17.95

Teeny Tiny Wishes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$26.95

Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

Pool Party 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

$6.95

Old Olive 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

$6.95

Always Artichoke 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

$6.95

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

$8.50

So Saffron Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad

$5.95

Jet Black Stazon Pad

$7.95

Brayer And Rubber Attachment

$12.50

Big Shot Die-Cut Machine

$99.95

Stampin’ Dimensionals

$3.95

Tombow Multi-Purpose Adhesive

$3.95

Stamping Sponges

$3.50

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Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Pool Party – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Old Olive – 5-1/2″ x 3″; Always Artichoke – 3-3/8″ x 3-1/2″; Whisper White – 3-1/8″ x 3-1/4″, 4″ x 5-1/4″ (inside of card)

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Always Artichoke – Modern Label Punch; Whisper White – Word Window Punch

Blooming with Kindness Quick Thank You Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today’s card, featuring the Blooming with Kindness stamp set from Stampin’ Up! (wood mount and clear mount) is a super quick, clean and simple card for those occasions when you just don’t have much time. That has definitely been the case around here this week as I prepared for Carter’s birthday party and also tried to make progress on the renovation of my home studio!

It is always nice to have some quick card designs that you can go to in a pinch. If you are a fan of this one, please leave me a comment and I will enter you in my reader appreciation drawing. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I began my card with a Whisper White card base. First, I inked up the leaf image from the Summer Silhouettes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) in Pear Pizzazz ink. I stamped off on a scrap of paper, then I stamped the leaf image in the bottom right corner of the card. I repeated that process again on the right side near the top of the card. Then I inked up the flower from Blooming with Kindness in Blushing Bride ink. I used a sponge dauber to add some Strawberry Slush ink to the center of the flower fading out toward the edges. Then I stamped the image between the two sets of leaves on the front of the card.

Next, I used my stamp-a-ma-jig to place the “Thank You” greeting from the Blooming with Kindness stamp set near the flower image. I inked up the sentiment using Strawberry Slush ink, and stamped off on a scrap of paper before stamping the greeting on the front of the card.

I finished off the inside of my card by stamping the leaf image from Summer Silhouettes twice. I inked up my stamp in Pear Pizzazz and stamped in on the inside of the card. Next, I inked up the stamp a second time to avoid any harsh lines where the stamp had gone off the page. I stamped off on a scrap of paper and then stamped on the inside of the card again to give my image some added depth.

I was able to make a whole stack of these cards in about 15 minutes. They are lovely, but also very fast and convenient. You can find a complete supply list, including card stock cuts, at the very bottom of this post. If you enjoyed my project today, please pin it to Pinterest for me. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of the post below the supply list. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you are interested in purchasing the Blooming with Kindness or Summer Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! you can always shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies, I would love to be your personal demonstrator. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

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

Card Stock & DSP: Whisper White (100730) – 4-1/4″ x 11″ card base

Stamp Sets: Blooming with Kindness (126422); Summer Silhouettes (126447)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: N/A

Embellishments: N/A

Markers & Ink: Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin’ Pad (131180); Blushing Bride Classic Stampin’ Pad (131172); Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin’ Pad (131178)

Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig (101049); Sponge Dauber (102892)

Adhesive: N/A

A Sketched Birthday for Carter – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

In honor of my son Carter’s third birthday today, I have some party favors embellished using the Sketched Birthday stamp set from Stampin’ Up! (wood mount and clear mount). We are having a small birthday party at the Build-a-Bear Workshop followed by a teddy bear picnic. I bought a red and white checked table cloth, and I wanted to brighten up the table and make it festive with some Stampin’ Up! magic!

Next time you entertain, you should definitely consider adding some stamped details to your table. Your guests will be very impressed. If you enjoy today’s project, I would love to hear from you. Please leave me a comment and I will enter you into my drawing. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Teddy Bear Picnic Gift Bag featuring Label Love

I found this tiny teddy bear punch in the back of a drawer (I have no idea when/where I got it from), and I decided it would be a perfect way to embellish the favor bags for the party. A little DSP and the Label Love stamp set… and “voila” you have a cute gift bag for the guests in a matter of minutes!

Stampin’ Up! items used to create gift bag:

Stamp Sets: Label Love (130622); Sketched Birthday (130426)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Artisan Label Punch (1309210); Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324); 1-3/8″ Circle Punch (119860)

Card Stock & DSP: Real Red DSP from the Brights Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (130134) – 2″ x 4″ strip for scalloped tag at top of bag, 1-1/2″ x 5″ strip for teddy bear decoration; Daffodil Delight (119683) – one circle punch; Whisper White (100730) – one artisan label punch

Markers & Ink: Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad (126949)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

Non-Stampin’ Up!: Small teddy bear punch, yellow ribbon, white paper bag

Sketched Birthday Treat Bag

You can’t have a teddy bear picnic without gummy bears, so I decided to use the cute cellophane bags from the Twisty Treats Kit (Sale-a-Bration item), my Scalloped Tag Topper Punch, and the birthday cake stamp from Sketched Birthday to dress them up.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create treat bag:

Stamp Sets: Sketched Birthday (130426)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324)

Card Stock & DSP: Real Red DSP from the Brights Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (130134) – 2″ x 3″ strip; Daffodil Delight (119683) – 1-3/4″ x 1-7/8″ rectangle; Whisper White (100730) – 1-5/8″ x 1-3/4″ rectangle, one birthday cake stamp.

Markers & Ink: Brights Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131259) – Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise; Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers (131261) – Chocolate Chip; Stazon Black Ink (101406)

Miscellaneous: Twisty Treats Kit (133513) – one cello bag

Tools: Envelope Punch Board (133774) – to round the corners of the tag.

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

Non-Stampin’ Up!: white ribbon

Sketched Birthday “Log” Treat Holder

For this treat holder, I inked up my hardwood stamp with Chocolate Chip ink and rolled a cardboard tube from a toilet paper roll across it. Then I embellished the roll using Real Red Designer Series Paper and the cute balloon stamp from the Sketched Birthday stamp set. Finally, I put some Teddy Grahams in a plastic baggie and placed them inside my “log” decoration.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create “Log” Treat Holder

Stamp Sets: Sketched Birthday (130426); Banner Blast (Sale-a-Bration) – Star; Hardwood (133035)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Decorative Label Punch (120907)

Card Stock & DSP: Real Red DSP from the Brights Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (130134) – 1″ x 5-1/2″ strip; Whisper White (100730) – one decorative label punch

Markers & Ink: Brights Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131259) – Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie; Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad (126949); Stazon Black Ink (101406); Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad (126979)

Adhesive: Mini Glue Dots (103683)

If you are interested in purchasing the Sketched Birthday stamp set from Stampin’ Up! or if you need any other stamping supplies, I would love to be your personal demonstrator. Of course, you can always shop now in my online store!

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Sweet Sorbet Stamp-a-Stack – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

On Sunday, I shared an elegant Stamp-a-Stack featuring the Serene Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! Today’s project is another set of cards; this one featuring the Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper from Sale-a-Bration. When you sign up for my Stamp-a-Stack class on May 3rd from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. you will get the opportunity to make both of these lovely card sets. If you live in the Atlanta area and would be interested in attending my class, please contact me to sign up. The cost of the class is $15 and includes all consumable materials and use of my stamping supplies. What’s even better is that I do all the prep work, so you can just come and enjoy the fun! You can’t beat that! I would love to connect with some of you face to face for an opportunity to truly create together!

If you like this project as much as I do, I would love to hear from you. Please leave me a comment and I will enter you into my drawing. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Sweet Sorbet Birthday Card with Tag Topper Closure (Card #1)

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #1:

Stamp Sets: Label Love (130622); Petal Parade (133602)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Artisan Label Punch (1309210); Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324)

Card Stock & DSP: Crumb Cake (120953) – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base; Crisp Canteloupe DSP (from Sweet Sorbet Pack – Sale-a-Bration) – 2-1/4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Floral Sweet Sorbet DSP (Sale-a-Bration) – 2″ x 5″ panel; Whisper White (100730) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card), one artisan label punch; Pool Party (122924) – one artisan label punch

Markers & Ink: Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad (126982); Crisp Canteloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad (131176); Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad (131177)

Embellishments: Pool Party twine (Sale-a-bration)

Tools: N/A

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

Sweet Sorbet Thank You Card (Card #2)

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #2:

Stamp Sets: Label Love (130622); Petal Parade (133602); A Round Array (129090)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Artisan Label Punch (1309210); 7/8″ Scalloped Circle Punch (129404)

Card Stock & DSP: Crumb Cake (120953) – 4-1/4″ x 11″ card base; Crisp Canteloupe DSP (from Sweet Sorbet Pack – Sale-a-Bration) – 4-1/4″ x 3″ panel; Floral Sweet Sorbet DSP (Sale-a-Bration) – 4-1/4″ x 2-3/4″ panel; Whisper White (100730) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card), one artisan label punch, one scalloped circle punch

Markers & Ink: Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad (126982); Crisp Canteloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad (131176); Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad (131177)

Embellishments: Crisp Canteloupe Stretch Ruffle Trim (130021)

Tools: N/A

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

Sweet Sorbet For You (Card #3)

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #3:

Stamp Sets: Label Love (130622); Petal Parade (133602); A Round Array (129090)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Artisan Label Punch (1309210); 7/8″ Scalloped Circle Punch (129404)

Card Stock & DSP: Crumb Cake (120953) – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base; Crisp Canteloupe DSP (from Sweet Sorbet Pack – Sale-a-Bration) – 5-1/2″ x 2″ panel; Floral Sweet Sorbet DSP (Sale-a-Bration) – 5-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ panel; Whisper White (100730) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card), one artisan label punch, one scalloped circle punch

Markers & Ink: Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad (126982); Crisp Canteloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad (131176); Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad (131177)

Embellishments: Crisp Canteloupe Stretch Ruffle Trim (130021)

Tools: N/A

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

Sweet Sorbet & Label Love Just for You (Card #4)

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #4:

Stamp Sets: Label Love (130622); Petal Parade (133602)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Artisan Label Punch (1309210)

Card Stock & DSP: Crumb Cake (120953) – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base; Crisp Canteloupe DSP (from Sweet Sorbet Pack – Sale-a-Bration) – 5-1/4″ x 4″ panel; Floral Sweet Sorbet DSP (Sale-a-Bration) – 5″ x 3-3/4″ panel; Whisper White (100730) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card), one artisan label punch

Markers & Ink: Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad (126982); Crisp Canteloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad (131176); Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad (131177)

Embellishments: Crisp Canteloupe Stretch Ruffle Trim (130021)

Tools: N/A

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); SNAIL Adhesive (104332)

If you enjoyed my post today, please pin it to Pinterest for me. You will find a “pin it” button at the very bottom of the post. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration! And, most importantly, sign up for my Stamp-a-Stack class on May 3rd where we will make both of these beautiful card sets! Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Serene Silhouettes Stamp-a-Stack – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

On Friday, I shared an elegant card featuring the Serene Silhouettes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) from Stampin’ Up! I liked the card so much, that I decided to create a stamp-a-stack collection around it. If you live in the Atlanta area and would be interested in making this gorgeous card set , please contact me to sign up for my Stamp-a-Stack class on Saturday, May 3rd from 7:00-9:00 p.m. We will create this set and another one (I’ll post about that one soon). The cost of the class is $15 and includes all consumable materials, use of my stamping supplies, and I will do all the prep work… you can’t beat that! I would love to connect with some of you face to face for an opportunity to truly create together!

All of the cards in this set were inspired by the Splitcoast Stampers CAS266 card challenge, which was to create a clean and simple card using three of the following colors:

I maintained the same design elements for all four cards of this set. For details about the techniques used in this project, please click here. Below, you will find card recipes for the specific supplies and dimensions for each card.

Serene Silhouettes Birthday Wishes (Card #1)

Card #1 was inspired by three different challenges: Retro Sketches #108, Splitcoast Stampers CAS266, and The Card Concept #7.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #1:

Stamp Sets: Four You (130538); Serene Silhouettes (127324); Papillon Potpourri (123759)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Beautifully Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (130917); Fancy Fan TIEF (127751); Bitty Butterfly Punch (129406); Hexagon Punch (130919); Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402)

Card Stock & DSP: Whisper White (100730) – 4-1/4″ x 11″ card base; 2″ x 3-3/4″ panel; Marina Mist (119682) – 1-1/4″ x 4-1/2″ (2 panels); Soft Sky (131203) – 1-1/8″ x 4-3/8″ (2 panels), one butterfly punch; Smoky Slate (131202) – Banner for sentiment.

Markers & Ink: Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad (131181); Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad (126962); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Versamark Ink (102283)

Embellishments: White Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109132); Basic Pearls Jewel Accents (119247)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); Big Shot (113439); Heat Emboss Tool (129053); Embossing Buddy (103083)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Glue Dots (103683); Multipurpose liquid glue (110755)

Morning Meadow… “Hello” (Card #2)

I used Freshly Made Sketches Challenge #130 for my inspiration for card #2 of my stamp-a-stack set. This set was created using the Morning Meadow stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) which is available as one the hostess rewards from Stampin’ Up!

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #2:

Stamp Sets: Morning Meadow (129678); Perfect Pennants (133230)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Fancy Fan Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (127751); Pansy Punch (130698)

Card Stock & DSP: Whisper White (100730) – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base; 3-1/8″ x 2-13/16″ panel (mat for stamped image), 3″ x 2-3/4″ panel (for stamped image), one pansy punch; Marina Mist (119682) – 5-1/4″ x 4″ panel; Soft Sky (131203) – 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ panel; Marina Mist Designer Series Paper (130135) – 3-1/2″ x 3″; Smoky Slate (131202) – Banner for sentiment.

Markers & Ink: Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad (131181); Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad (126962); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Versamark Ink (102283)

Embellishments: White Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109132); Basic Pearls Jewel Accents (119247)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); Big Shot (113439); Heat Emboss Tool (129053); Embossing Buddy (103083)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Glue Dots (103683); Multipurpose liquid glue (110755)

Serene Silhouettes Just for You (Card #3)

Mojo Monday sketch challenge 339, provided the inspiration for card #3. I like the variety provided by the tall and skinny design. This card was created using the Serene Silhouettes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount), and A Round Array for the sentiment (wood mount and clear mount).

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #3:

Stamp Sets: Serene Silhouettes (127324); A Round Array (129090)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Beautifully Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (130917); Fancy Fan TIEF (127751); Ovals Collection Framelits Dies (129381); 7/8″ Scallop Circle Punch (129404); 1″ circle punch (119868)

Card Stock & DSP: Whisper White (100730) – 3-1/2″ x 11″ card base; Oval framelits die cut (for stamped image), one 7-8″ scalloped circle punch; Marina Mist (119682) – 1-1/4″ x 4″ (2 panels), 3-1/4″ x 2-1/4″ panel; Soft Sky (131203) – 1-1/8″ x 3-7/8″ (2 panels); Soft Sky Designer Series Paper (130135) – 3-1/8″ x 2-1/8″; Smoky Slate (131202) – 1″ circle punch.

Markers & Ink: Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad (131181); Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad (126962); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Versamark Ink (102283)

Embellishments: White Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109132); Basic Pearls Jewel Accents (119247)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); Big Shot (113439); Heat Emboss Tool (129053); Embossing Buddy (103083)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose liquid glue (110755)

Serene Silhouettes Thank You (Card #4)

The Paper Craft Crew, sketch challenge #87, provided the inspiration for card #4. I like the variety provided by the tall and skinny design. This card was created using the Serene Silhouettes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount), Petite Petals (wood mount and clear mount) and Teeny Tiny Wishes for the sentiment (wood mount and clear mount).

Stampin’ Up! items used to create card #4:

Stamp Sets: Serene Silhouettes (127324); Teeny Tiny Wishes (127802); Petite Petals (133155)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Beautifully Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (130917); Fancy Fan TIEF (127751); Ovals Collection Framelits Dies (129381); Hexagon Punch (130919); Banner Punch (133519); Modern Label Punch (119849); Word Window Punch (119857); Petite Petals Punch (133322)

Card Stock & DSP: Whisper White (100730) – 5-1/2 x 8-1/2″ card base; 1-1/8″ x 4-1/2″ (banner), one word window punch, 4 petite petals punches, Oval framelits die cut (for stamped image); Marina Mist (119682) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Soft Sky (131203) – 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ panel; Marina Mist Designer Series Paper (130135) – 1-1/2″ x 4-3/4″ (banner); Smoky Slate (131202) – one modern label punch.

Markers & Ink: Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad (131181); Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad (126962); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Versamark Ink (102283)

Embellishments: White Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109132); Basic Pearls Jewel Accents (119247)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); Big Shot (113439); Heat Emboss Tool (129053); Embossing Buddy (103083)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose liquid glue (110755)

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Serene Silhouettes Birthday Wishes Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I have an elegant card for you today that features the Serene Silhouettes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) from Stampin’ Up! Recently I have seen several projects that used a resist technique with beautiful results, so I decided to try it out for myself. I think the white embossing of the flower image is just lovely! If you agree, I would love to hear from you. Please leave me a comment and I will enter you into my drawing. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Today’s project is inspired by three different challenges: Retro Sketches #108, Splitcoast Stampers CAS266, and The Card Concept #7.

I began my card with a Whisper White card base. Then I cut panels of Marina Mist and Soft Sky. I used my Big Shot to emboss the Soft Sky panels with the Beautifully Baroque and Fancy Fan embossing folders. I layered the Soft Sky panels on the Marina Mist ones and adhered them to the card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

Next, it was time to turn my attention to my focal piece for the card. I began by rubbing a panel of Whisper White card stock with my Embossing Buddy to ensure that I got a clean image without any extra embossing powder stuck on the card. Then I inked up my stamp with Versamark Ink and coated the image with White Stampin’ Emboss Powder. I used my Heat Emboss Tool to set the image.

At this stage of the game, things were looking rather plain, but that was all about to change. The next steps are where the magic happens. I used a sponge dauber to add ink to the background of my image. I began by adding Soft Sky ink to the entire background using a circular motion. Then I started from the bottom of the panel and added Marina Mist ink, blending it with the Soft Sky as I went. I followed the same procedure with my Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad next. I kept layering and blending until I achieved the desired ombre effect.

I finished my art piece by adding a butterfly from the Papillon Potpourri stamp set (wood mount and clear mount). I stamped the image in Marina Mist ink on Soft Sky card stock and punched it out using the Bitty Butterfly Punch. I embellished the butterfly with a Basic Pearl Accent and attached it to the panel using a Mini Glue Dot. Next, I punched the bottom of the panel using my Scallop Trim Border Punch and attached it to the front of the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

For my greeting , I chose the “Birthday Wishes” sentiment from the Four You stamp set (wood mount and clear mount). I stamped it in Night of Navy ink on a scrap of Smoky Slate card stock. Then I used my Hexagon Punch to create the ends of my banner. Next, I used a sponge dauber to ink around the edges of the panel with Marina Mist ink. I mounted my sentiment onto the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Finally, I added three pearls to the top right corner of the card.

For the finishing touches on the inside of my card I stamped the floral image from the Serene Silhouettes stamp set in the corner using my Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad.

As a final detail, I stamped the images from the card on an envelope too. I love the crisp look of the blue tones on the white card. It just looks clean and elegant. I would love to hear what you think about this project too. Don’t forget to leave me a comment, for your chance to win a free stamp set! Also, if you liked my post today, please pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of the post, you will find a “pin it” button just below my supply list for the project.

If you would like to purchase the Serene Silhouettes stamp set you can shop in my online store now by clicking here. If you need any stamping supplies, I hope you will consider contacting me to be your demonstrator. I would love to create with you!

You can find a complete list of supplies used for this project at the very bottom of this post.

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WEEKLY DEALS from Stampin’ Up! April 1-7

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 April 7.

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create this project:

Stamp Sets: Four You (130538); Serene Silhouettes (127324); Papillon Potpourri (123759)

Markers & Ink: Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad (131181); Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad (126962); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Versamark Ink (102283)

Embellishments: White Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109132); Basic Pearls Jewel Accents (119247)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); Big Shot (113439); Heat Emboss Tool (129053); Embossing Buddy (103083)

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Glue Dots (103683); Multipurpose liquid glue (110755)

Blooming with Kindness Birthday Wishes Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today’s card features the Blooming with Kindness stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) and Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! The design was inspired by Sandi MacIver (Stamping with Sandi) who introduced me to the idea of stamping on patterned paper. I also owe Sandi a huge shout out and show of appreciation for mentioning me on her blog on Thursday. Many of you reading this today found me via Sandi’s post, and I am very grateful for the introduction! I am so thrilled to have you with me today!

Now, onto today’s project… I just love this stamp set. From the moment I saw that gorgeous flower, I knew I had to have it. I get tons of compliments on every card I make with this one. If you like what I’ve created today, I would love it if you would leave me a comment. Tomorrow is the end of the month, so this is your last chance to get in on my monthly drawing for a a handcrafted card in the mail! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar. I can’t even tell you how thrilled I am every time I get a new follower! I just love sharing ideas with you guys and hearing all about the great project ideas you have too.

I began my card by selecting a piece of Watercolor Wonder DSP with cute yellow and orange polkadots. The design of this paper was simple enough that I felt it would make a beautiful background for my stamped images. I chose to stamp my images in Crushed Curry and Tangerine Tango ink to coordinate with the design of the Watercolor Wonder DSP. That is one great thing about Stampin’ Up designer series papers, they always list which colors were used in the design right on the label. It takes all the guesswork out of creating your color scheme.

First, I stamped the flower from the Blooming with Kindness stamp set in Crushed Curry on the right side of my panel, making sure it went off the page a bit. Then I cleaned my stamp and inked it up with Tangerine Tango. I stamped it once on a scrap of paper, before stamping it in the bottom left corner of my DSP panel. I wanted to add extra depth to my design by altering the intensity of the colors. For my third bloom, which would be the main focal point of the card, I knew it needed to have some added dimension. I decided to double stamp it to create a bit of a shadow effect. First, I inked up my stamp with Crushed Curry and stamped off on a scratch paper before stamping a lighter image on the DSP panel. Then I used my Stamp-a-ma-jig to stamp the image again using Tangerine Tango ink. For the second stamp, I offset the image just slightly to create the illusion of depth.

For my greeting , I chose the “Birthday Wishes” sentiment from the Simply Sketched stamp set, available as one of the great hostess rewards from Stampin’ Up!. I stamped it in Cajun Craze ink on my stamped panel using my Stamp-a-ma-jig. Then, I used a sponge dauber to ink around the edges of the panel in the same color. I mounted my art piece on a panel of Tangerine Tango using SNAIL adhesive, then adhered that to a panel of beautiful floral designer series paper from the Watercolor Wonder set. Finally, I added all of my layered panels to a Tangerine Tango card base.

For the finishing touches on the inside of my card I stamped the floral image from the Blooming with Kindness stamp set along the bottom of a panel of Whisper White card stock using the same ink colors as I did on the front of the card. Then I inked around the edges of the panel using Tangerine Tango ink and a sponge dauber. I layered this panel onto a panel of the floral Watercolor Wonder DSP and adhered it to the card base.

I love the bright cheery colors of this card, and the elegance of the floral stamp. I think it is stunning (if I do say so myself)! LOL. I will definitely keep my eye out for other designer series paper designs that I think would make a nice background image.

I would love to hear what you think about this project too. Don’t forget to leave me a comment, for your chance to win a handcrafted card! Also, if you liked my post today, please pin it to Pinterest for me. I am new to blogging and I would love your help in boosting my blog following. If you scroll to the bottom of the post, you will find a “pin it” button just below my supply list for the project.

If you would like to purchase the Blooming with Kindness stamp set now is the perfect time. Monday, March 31st is the final day of the Sale-a-Bration promotion. Don’t miss out on your chance to get some really great products for FREE with your $50 purchase. Shop in my online store now by clicking here. You can learn more about the Sale-a-bration promotional items in this brochure. Also, if you would like the chance to earn the Simply Sketched stamp set through our hostess program, I hope you will consider contacting me to be your demonstrator.

You can find a complete list of supplies used for this project at the very bottom of this post.

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

Here are the new Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up!:

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 March 31.

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

It’s Sale-a-bration time!! You’ll get a free item from Stampin’ Up! for every $50 that you purchase between now and March 31! Click on my Stampin’ Up! Promotions page for more information!
Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create this project:

Stamp Sets: Blooming with Kindness (126422); Simply Sketched (Hostess Reward – 129672)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: N/A

Card Stock & DSP: Tangerine Tango (111349)- 4-1/4″ x 11″ card base, 3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″panel; Watercolor Wonder DSP (132994) – Floral: 5″ x 5-1/4″ panel (x2 – front of card and inside card); Polka Dot: 3-3/8″ x 4-5/8″ panel; Whisper White (100730) – 3-3/4″ x 5″ panel (inside of card).

Markers & Ink: Crushed Curry Classic Stampin’ Pad (131173); Cajun Craze Classic Stampin’ Pad (126965); Tangerine Tango Classic Stampin’ Pad (126946)

Embellishments: N/A

Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig (101049); sponge daubers (102892)

Adhesive: SNAIL (104332)

Birthday Basics Makes Gifting Easy! – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today I wanted to show you how a little Stampin’ Up! magic with the Birthday Basics DSP and the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch can turn gift giving into a breeze.

If you like my post today, please leave me a comment. I love hearing from you and sharing ideas. Plus, as an added benefit, you will be entered into my monthly drawing for a chance to win a free card. Also, If you aren’t already a subscriber, please consider following me via email. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

My son will be three in a couple of weeks. The year I was pregnant with him, we had 7 other babies born at school. In addition to that, there are 10 kids who live on our street. I tell you all this just to demonstrate that we get invited to a lot of birthday parties! Between the gifts, the cards, and the gift wrap it gets pretty expensive. Now, you know I’ve got the cards covered, but it wasn’t until recently that I realized I could make some super cute gifts with plain brown craft paper and a couple of minutes with some punches. I’ve seen tons of really cute stamped packages out there, but I don’t always have time to color a bunch of stamps and make a paper bow, etc. So, today’s share is my 5 minute solution to kids birthday wrap!

I started by cutting a 2″ x 3-1/2″ strip of the candles paper from the Birthday Basics designer series paper pack. Then I cut a circle of Coastal Cabana card stock using my Circles Framelits Dies (I would have used the 1-3/4″ circle punch if I had it… that is going on an order soon!). I added the circle to my birthday candle tag using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Next, I quickly punched a cupcake using the Cupcake Builder Punch and three different papers from the Birthday Basics DSP pack. Those were glued together using Multipurpose Liquid Glue and added to the label with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Finally, I stamped the “Happy Birthday” sentiment from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) on Whisper White card stock using my Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad. I punched it out using the Word Window Punch. Then I used the Modern Label Punch to create a base for my greeting in Bermuda Bay card stock. I layered everything together using Stampin’ Dimensionals and threaded some white ribbon through to finish it all off with a cute little bow.

This gift tag was quick and easy to make. In fact, I think I might go ahead and make several more to have on hand next time we are invited to a birthday party! If you liked this project, please don’t forget to leave me a comment so you will be entered into my drawing. Also, please pin it to Pinterest for me. I am new to blogging and I would love your help in developing a blog following. If you scroll to the bottom of the post, you will find a “pin it” button just below my supply list for the project.

If you would like to purchase the Birthday Basics DSP, Cupcake Punch, or any of the other great products featured in this project, shop in my online store by clicking here. Remember you can earn a FREE item with every $50 purchase through March 31st. The final days of Sale-a-bration are here. Don’t miss your chance to get these great products before they are gone!

You can find a complete list of supplies used for this project at the very bottom of this post.

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

Here are the new Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up!:

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 March 31.

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

It’s Sale-a-bration time!! You’ll get a free item from Stampin’ Up! for every $50 that you purchase between now and March 31! Click on my Stampin’ Up! Promotions page for more information!
Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create this project:

Stamp Sets: Teeny Tiny Wishes (127802)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Cupcake Punch (121807); Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324); Circles Framelits Dies (130911); Word Window Punch (119857); Modern Label Punch (119849)

Card Stock & DSP: Bermuda Bay (131197) – modern label punch; Whisper White (100730) – word window punch; Coastal Cabana (131297) – Circles framelit die cut; Birthday Basics DSP – Birthday candles: 2″ x 3-1/2″ tag, polka dots: cupcake wrapper, coastal cabana floral – cupcake icing, raspberry ripple – cherry.

Markers & Ink: Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad (131171)

Embellishments: Ribbon (the one I used is not a Stampin’ Up! item) – Use 5/8″ Organza Ribbon (114319) from Stampin’ Up!

Tools: N/A

Adhesive: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

Birthday Basics Card in a Box – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I have been seeing these cute “card in a box” projects all over Pinterest lately, and I just couldn’t resist doing one for my son Carter’s third birthday! We are going to have a small party at Build-a-Bear Workshop followed by a teddy bear picnic. It just seemed like the perfect opportunity to try a card in a box. I love, love, love how this one turned out! The Birthday Basics DSP was the perfect pair for my birthday picnic theme. Another thing I love about these cards is that you get a huge “WOW” factor right out of the envelope… but they are really easy to make!

Now, when I decided I wanted to do a card in a box, I had no idea how to do it, so I did a search to find a video tutorial. I have to thank Stamp and Scrap with Frenchie for her great video tutorial. You can find a link to her instructions at the bottom of this post below the supply list. I modified some of the dimensions for my card, but the basic premise for the box is the same. The other great thing about these cards is they fold up and fit into a regular A2 invitation style envelope! I made my own envelope using the envelope punch board so that the colors would coordinate. I love that tool, it makes creating custom envelopes so easy!

I chose Bermuda Bay card stock for my card base, and adhered panels of the birthday hat and plaid designer series papers from the Birthday Basics DSP pack to the sides of my box. I used sticky strip to hold the box together. I wanted the plaid paper to resemble a table cloth at a picnic. Then, I printed the invitation details and the words from the teddy bear picnic song onto Whisper White card stock using my computer’s printer. Then, I cut out my printed panels and used my Real Red ink and a sponge dauber to ink around the edges of the panels. I adhered the party details to the back and the song lyrics to the underside of the box flaps using SNAIL adhesive.

Once the foundation of my box was finished, it was time to create my embellishments. I wish I had taken pictures of the process along the way, but I didn’t. I will do my best to describe the steps I took, but please feel free to contact me with questions if you have them. I used the following punches to create the teddy bear, cupcake, balloons, and banners:

Teddy Bear:

x1 – extra large oval punch – Soft Suede (body)
x1 – 1″ circle punch – Soft Suede (head)
x3 – small oval – Soft Suede (arms/feet)
x1 – small oval – Baked Brown Sugar (belly)
x2 – 1/2″ circle – Soft Suede (ears)
x3 – 1/2″ circle – Baked Brown Sugar (mouth/paws)
x2 – circle from owl builder punch – Baked Brown Sugar (inside of ears)
x6 – circle from cupcake builder punch – Baked Brown Sugar (toes)
x2 – circle from cupcake builder punch – Whisper White (eyes)

Once I had punched all my pieces, I cut one of the Soft Suede small ovals “yin yang” style to create the two arms. Then I used my sponge dauber to ink the edges of EVERYTHING (except the eyes and toes) with Soft Suede ink. I used Multipurpose Liquid Glue to put everything together. then I colored on the nose and the pupils with a sharpie. I used my Stampin’ Chalk Marker to add a little gleam to the eyes.

Balloons – I chose a variety of bright colors for the balloons. Each one was made from the following list of materials:

x2- small oval punch
x1 – foot of the owl from the owl builder punch.
strip of clear plastic – window sheets
twine from the Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack (Sale-a-bration item)
Stampin’ Chalk Marker

To make the balloons I punched two ovals and sandwiched the owl foot, twine, and plastic strip between them to create the balloon. Then I added a reflection with the Stampin’ Chalk Marker.

Cupcake: The cupcake was created with the Cupcake Builder Punch and the Create a Cupcake stamp set (wood mount and clear mount). I stamped the cupcake wrapper in Pear Pizzazz ink and then punched it out with the cupcake builder punch. The frosting was punched from Pool Party card stock. I colored the candles and the cherry using my Stampin’ Write Markers in Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight, and Pumpkin Pie (Brights Collection and Regals Collection). Then I cut out the candles with paper snips and added a wick with a black pen. I punched the cherry out using my cupcake builder punch. Then, I glued everything together using multipurpose liquid glue.

Once my balloons, cupcake, and teddy bear were finished and ready to be added to the box, I added two strips of bermuda bay along the inside of the box (see the video tutorial for instructions) to support the embellishments. Then I stuck everything on with mini glue dots, making sure my embellishments weren’t taller than the back of the box. This ensures that it will all fit nicely into the envelope.

Banners & Greeting: I colored my birthday greeting from the Label Love stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) with my Bermuda Bay, Rich Razzleberry, and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write Markers. Then I stamped it on Whisper White and punched it out using the Artisan Label Punch (The Label Love stamp set and Artisan Punch are available as a bundle for 15% discount; wood mount and clear mount). I stamped my banners using the Banner Blast stamp set (Sale-a-bration item) and punched them out using the Banner Punch (Sale-a-bration item). Finally, I adhered the greeting and the banners to the background of the box using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

These cards are a lot of steps and they take some time, but they are not difficult to do. Everyone will be very impressed with your work, which is something I always enjoy. There’s nothing like hearing someone say, “You made that!?!” If you liked this card, please don’t forget to leave me a comment so you will be entered into my drawing. Also, please pin it to Pinterest for me. I am new to blogging and I would love your help in developing a blog following. If you scroll to the bottom of the post, you will find a “pin it” button just below my supply list for the project. Remember, I’ve also linked the video tutorial for making a card in a box below the supply list.

If you would like to purchase the Birthday Basics DSP, Create a Cupcake stamp set, or any of the other great products featured in this project, shop in my online store by clicking here. Remember you can earn a FREE item with every $50 purchase through March 31st (including the Banner Blast stamp set and Banner Punch). The final days of Sale-a-bration are fast approaching. Don’t miss your chance to get these great products before they are gone!

You can find a complete list of supplies used for this project at the very bottom of this post.

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

Here are the new Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up!:

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 March 31.

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

It’s Sale-a-bration time!! You’ll get a free item from Stampin’ Up! for every $50 that you purchase between now and March 31! Click on my Stampin’ Up! Promotions page for more information!
Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create this project:

Stamp Sets: Create a Cupcake (121982); Banner Blast (Sale-a-bration); Label Love (130622)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: Banner Punch (Sale-a-bration); Artisan Label Punch (130920); Cupcake Punch (121807); Owl Builder Punch (118074); extra large oval (119859); 1″ circle (119868); small oval (120908); 1/2″ circle (119869).

Card Stock & DSP: Bermuda Bay (131197) – card base 4-1/4″ x 11″ (score at 1/2″, 3-1/8″, 5-3/4″, 8-3/8″ and along the length of the card at 2″), 2 strips for supporting embellishments – 4-1/8″ x 1″; Baked Brown Sugar (131296) – punches for teddy bear listed in post; Soft Suede (115318) – teddy bear punches listed in the post; Whisper White (100730) – 2-1/8″ x 3-3/4″ panel (back of card), 3 panels 2-3/8″ x 1-3/4″ (teddy bear picnic lyrics); cupcake wrapper, candles, label love greeting, teddy bear eyes; Pool Party (122924) – cupcake punch; Birthday Basics DSP (130145) – Plaid: 3 panels 2-3/8″ x 1-3/4″, Birthday Hat: 3 panels 2-3/8″ x 2″, 1 panel 2-3/8″ x 4″ (back of card).

Markers & Ink: Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pad (126978); Regals Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131262); Brights Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131259); Stampin’ Chalk Marker (132133); Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin’ Pad (131180)

Embellishments: Twine from Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack (Sale-a-bration)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892); envelope punch board (133774)

Adhesive: SNAIL (104332); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Glue Dots (103683); Sticky Strip (104294); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

Card Tutorial: Stamp and Scrap with Frenchie

From My Heart Friendship Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Before I get to today’s card, I have to say “thank you” to my Stampin’ Up! upline, Amy Koenders (Stamp with Amy K). Amy introduced many of you to my blog Friday, and I am so grateful for her support. Amy, you are fabulous and your cards are too!

Now, onto today’s card, which was created using the From my Heart stamp set from Stampin’ Up! (wood mount and clear mount). I just love the teapot image in this set. It is so cute and different from my normal floral/nature themed cards. It seemed the perfect choice to go with SCS color challenge 470 this week.

Friday was such an exciting blogging day for me. I loved seeing so much blog traffic and so many new subscribers! You have no idea how excited I get seeing the reach of my posts. That’s where the nerdy math teacher in me comes through! LOL. Anyway, if you like my post today, I would appreciate hearing from you. At the end of the month, I will do a drawing and one lucky person who left me a comment will receive a free card in the mail! If you aren’t already a subscriber, please consider following me via email. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Today’s card was inspired by The Mojo Monday 337 sketch challenge & Splitcoast Stampers Color Challenge #470:

I began my card with a Baked Brown Sugar card base. Then I added panels of Night of Navy (my substitution for the color challenge), Cherry Cobbler DSP, Whisper White, and Night of Navy DSP (Regals DSP Stack) using SNAIL adhesive.

Next, I colored my friendship stamp from the From my Heart stamp set using my Stampin’ Write Markers in Night of Navy, Cherry Cobbler, Wild Wasabi, & Baked Brown Sugar (In Color Markers, Subtles Collection Markers, and Regals Collection Markers). I stamped the image on Whisper White and used my Baked Brown Sugar ink pad and a sponge dauber to ink around the edges of the panel. Then I colored the teapot and tray again and stamped them on a scrap of Whisper White, I cut that out using paper snips and added it to my greeting with Stampin’ Dimensionals for some added depth. I followed the same procedure, stamping the friendship banner in Night of Navy on Baked Brown Sugar card stock. The finished greeting was layered onto a square of Cherry Cobbler card stock, which I inked with my Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad.

Finally, I stamped two flowers from the Petite Petals stamp set (wood mount and clear mount) using Night of Navy ink. I colored my flowers using my Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad and my Blender Pens. I punched out the flowers using the Petite Petals Punch and added Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents to the center. Then I added them to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. (Remember, the Petite Petals stamp set and punch are available as a bundle for a 15% discount, wood mount and clear mount.)

For the finishing touches on the inside of my card I layered strips of Cherry Cobbler DSP and Night of Navy card stock and added them to the bottom of the card.

This card is not my normal kind of color scheme, but I really like the finished product. That’s the great thing about challenges, they put you outside your comfort zone. If you liked this card, please don’t forget to leave me a comment so you will be entered into my drawing. Also, if you liked my post today, please pin it to Pinterest for me. I am new to blogging and I would love your help in developing a blog following. If you scroll to the bottom of the post, you will find a “pin it” button just below my supply list for the project.

If you would like to purchase the From my Heart stamp set, or any of the other great products featured in this project, shop in my online store by clicking here. Remember you can earn a FREE item with every $50 purchase through March 31st. The final days of Sale-a-bration are fast approaching. Don’t miss your chance to get these great products before they are gone!

You can find a complete list of supplies used for this project at the very bottom of this post.

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 18-24

Here are the new Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up!:

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 March 24.

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Happy Stamping!

Heather

It’s Sale-a-bration time!! You’ll get a free item from Stampin’ Up! for every $50 that you purchase between now and March 31! Click on my Stampin’ Up! Promotions page for more information!
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Stampin’ Up! items used to create this project:

Stamp Sets: Simply Sketched (Hostess Reward – 129672)

Dies, Punches, & Embossing Folders: N/A

Card Stock & DSP: Baked Brown Sugar (131296) – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base, one stamped banner; Night of Navy (100867) – 5-1/2″ x 1-1/8″ strip, 4-” x 1-1/8″ strip (inside card); Cherry Cobbler DSP (130139) – 5-1/2″ x 1″ strip, 4″ x 1″ strip for inside of card; Whisper White (100730) – 2-7/8″ x 4-5/8″ panel, 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ square, 5-1/4″ x 4″ panel (inside of card); Night of Navy DSP (130139) – 2-3/4″ x 4-1/2″ panel.

Markers & Ink: Baked Brown Sugar Classic Stampin’ Pad (131174); Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad (126970); Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad (126966); Blender Pens (102845); In Color 2013-2015 Stampin’ Write Markers (131260); Regals Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131262); Subtles Collection Stampin’ Write Markers (131263)

Embellishments: Basic Rhinestone Jewel Accents (119246)

Tools: sponge daubers (102892)

Adhesive: SNAIL (104332); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

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Teddy Bear Picnic Gift Bag featuring Label Love

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Sketched Birthday Treat Bag

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Sketched Birthday “Log” Treat Holder

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Sweet Sorbet Birthday Card with Tag Topper Closure (Card #1)

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Sweet Sorbet Thank You Card (Card #2)

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Serene Silhouettes Birthday Wishes (Card #1)

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Morning Meadow… “Hello” (Card #2)

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Serene Silhouettes Just for You (Card #3)

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Serene Silhouettes Thank You (Card #4)

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WEEKLY DEALS from Stampin’ Up! April 1-7

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 25-31

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Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! March 18-24

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