Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Eliz Craft Cardinal Tutorial




                                SPARKLE SPARKLE

I just finished these cards for our 'crazy card club' and wanted to share.  Each month we all send a card to one another and there is a theme for that month.  This month was 'bling' which I translated into 'glitter'.  I think this procedure is a lot of fun and thought you might like to see the process from beginning to end.


And here's how we got there....


You start out by transferring your sticker to a piece of double sided adhesive.  I used Be Creative Tape by sookwang.  The images/stickers are from Elizabeth Craft Designs.  


Next you're going to apply some micro-fine glitter - since it's double sided adhesive tape, the "inside" of the image is going to hold the glitter.


Then smoosh it and spread it around so it fills the image.  At this point you are using some muscle (yeah, really) - you want to push that glitter into the adhesive - kind of like brayering with your finger.  Since the next step is coloring with your Copics you don't want a lot of loose glitter sticking to your pens.


Oh dear, apparently my assistant is bored with the whole operation!  Oh my.  An open jar of micro fine glitter and a kitty with a fluffy tail?  It's ok, nap away little Bailey, nap, nap, nap.  :-)


I also did some cupcakes - haven't made them into cards yet.  Fun project.


And here's my finished card again.  I used cherry cobbler card stock for the base and a bit of Season of Style dsp along the side punched with the open scallop. I wanted to keep the focal point on the cardinal.  The sentiment and embellishments are also from Elizabeth Craft.  

Now that I'm through with my 'crazies' for the year, it's time to get started on my Christmas cards  - cupcake, anyone?  

Thanks for taking a look.  See you soon!

Hugs








Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Festive Flurry Ornament Kit


                        FESTIVE FLURRY ORNAMENT KIT  -  $14.95

Breaking News.....

I just went to the Stampin Up site, and look what I found!  It's a kit for making 10 Festive Flurry Ornaments... I'm stoked!  This is too good to pass up - I'm going to order this as soon as I finish up here.  Be sure and watch the video too.  Now where is the glue gun?


Festive Flurry Ornament Kit
Available starting 11/12/2013 - while supplies last
Add a little festive flare to your holiday decorating with our new Festive Flurry Ornament Kit! Top presents, embellish cards, create a wintery garland, or trim the tree. How you use them is up to you!
The kit includes everything you need (minus adhesive) to create 10 snowflakes, including
  • 10 feet of Soft Sky Ribbon
  • Printed cardstock - die cut and scored, ready to be assembled (Soft Sky, Crumb Cake, Whisper White Cardstock and Silver Glimmer Paper)
  • Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels (40)
Product name:Item #: Price: 
Festive Flurry Ornament Kit135813$14.95

Weekly Deals Nov 12



Weekly Deals - woohoo!

If you don't already have the bow maker die here is your chance!  Stampin up has it on the weekly special for $24.71 and that's just one of the goodies being offered.  I won this die at convention and have been thrilled with it!  


November12

WEEKLY DEALS

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals! Head on over to the store to get some great product at a great price!


Gift Bow Bigz L Die Item # 129977
Regular Price: $32.95 US/$40.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $24.71 US/$30.71 CAN


1-1/4" Burlap Ribbon Item # 132140
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN


Extra Large Gift Box Item # 132147
Regular Price: $3.95 US/$4.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $2.96 US/$3.71 CAN


Mini Muslin Bags Item #132180
Regular Price: $9.95 US/$14.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $7.46 US/$11.21 CAN


Orchard Harvest Swatchbook Item #128137
Regular Price: $12.95 US/$13.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $7.77 US/$8.37 CAN


Real Red Simply Created Goodie Gear Simply Created Item # 132161
Regular Price: $4.95 US/$6.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $3.71 US/$5.21 CAN


Witches' Brew Designer Series Paper
Item # 132185

Regular Price: $10.95 US/$13.50 CAN
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Don't miss out on these specials - they are only good for one week.  

       




I finished some cards yesterday for our 'crazy card club' and will post them tomorrow.  Stay tuned.................. 









Monday, November 11, 2013

Cardinal Ornament Tutorial


Friday, November 8, 2013

Envelope Board Christmas cards


Hi Stampers!

Happy Friday... here's a idea for you to ponder over the weekend.

Take one envelope punch board  #133774
Stir in a package of envelope liner framelits
Mix with your creativity

and you'll come up with these!  Are these cute, or what?  I love 'em!


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A2 cards size:  Cut 2 of the largest Envelope Liner shape with the Envelope LIner Framelits and seal them together on the sides and bottom with adhesive!  Fold down the flap of the front liner, or tuck it under. 

Gift card size:  Cut 2 of the medium or small (there are 3 liner sizes in the framelit package) and proceed the same way.  Pop in a gift card ... yay.
These were made by SU demonstrator Patty Bennett and they are so easy and fun!  Thanks so much for the great idea, Patty!

Note:  make your envelope and when this is slipped in it looks lined but it's actually this cute card.  As my granddaughter would say..."adorbs"

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 Stampin' Up! Supplies You'll Need for this Project:

 Envelope Punch Board #133774
envelope Liner Framelits #113172
Designer Series paper (season of style shown) #132340
 ribbon, cherry cobbler  #120992
ribbon, crumb cake #122332
ribbon, cherry chevron #130012
single stamp - "a gift for you" #134765
 label bracket punch #13215 


Have fun playing!  And..... have a great weekend!

Hugs from me





Thursday, November 7, 2013

My October SAS


                                            October Stamp-a-Stack card party

I wanted to get a few friends together for a casual Stampin' Up party.  No pressure, just fun!   A couple of the attendees had never stamped before but I knew they were creative just from being in their homes.  It's funny when people ask about my hobby and then declare that they are not creative... bah humbug!  Sure you are - each and every one of us!

We created five cards, had some lunch, a few door prizes and lots of smiles.  









We made this card too - with the 'million and one' stamp set.  I guess I didn't take a picture of the sample but it is in kit form in the catalog called 'simply sent'.  I took the liberty of borrowing Dawn's photo.  The only thing we changed on the cards (and this was my upline, Gail's, idea) was to cut out a piece of cardstock in wild wasabi (or basic grey) slightly larger than the white panel and place it on dimensionals behind the sentiment.  It makes a slight border around the stamped image and also adds dimension.  Thanks Gail, super idea!!!



That's about it today - so happy you stopped by again.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Weekly Deals Nov 5



Hi Stampers!

Another great weekly deal is in the works.  This special will be valid until Monday night November 11 at midnight (mountain time).  I've been eyeing the 'cupcake punch' for some time now but kept moving it down the wishlist.  I won't use it much - but - that didn't stop me from wanting it when I did want to use it!  So I caved and it's on it's way to me.... yippee skippee!  Of course, there are a few other items in there too **wink wink**. 

Later this week I want to post a picture of a wreath I finished last night.  It's a cutie!  So come back soon!

Have a great Wednesday!!!




November05

WEEKLY DEALS!

A new round of weekly deals has started. Make sure you head on over to get great product at a discount!



Adorning Accents Textured Embossing Folder Item # 125601
Regular Price: $8.95 US/$10.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$8.21 CAN


Autumn Accents Die Item # 127812
Regular Price: $21.95 US/$26.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $16.46 US/$20.21 CAN


Cherry Cobbler Grosgrain Ribbon
Item # 132135

Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.50 CAN
Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.37 CAN


Cupcake Punch Item # 121807
Regular Price: $16.95 US/$22.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $12.71 US/$17.21 CAN


Day in the Life Kit MDS Download
Item # 128876

Regular Price: $14.95 US/$16.50 CAN
Discounted Price: $8.97 US/$9.90 CAN


Dress Form Pop N Cuts Item # 130100
Regular Price: $21.95 US/ $26.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $16.46 US/$20.21 CAN


Simply Created Goody Gear Pumpkin Pie
Item # 132792

Regular Price: $4.95 US/$6.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $3.71 US/$5.21 CAN


Rhinestones Large Item # 129324
Regular Price: $4.95 US/$6.50 CAN
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