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Father’s Day Tools Card

Posted on February 25, 2024February 25, 2024 by Josee

There’s 4 more days of SALE-A-BRATION! Don’t lose out on getting some amazing products for free! You can choose from the Sale-A-Bration Brochure OR from the More To SaleABrate Flyer.

This card features the Trusty Toolbox 12? x 12? Designer Paper that you can get for free for the remainder of this month. This paper coordinates with the Trusty Tools bundle that is in the Spring Mini Catalogue.

Dimensions

  • Crushed Curry: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • Basic Black: 4″ x 5 1/4″  and  3″ x 4 1/2″
  • Designer Paper: 3 3/4″ x 5″
  • Basic White: 2 7/8″ x 4 3/8″
  • Vellum Cardstock: 1/4″ x 5 1/4″

Directions

  1. Adhere the Basic Black cardstock and the Designer Paper to the card-front.
  2. Stamp the paint brush stamp 3 times on the Basic White cardstock using Memento Black ink.
  3. Stamp the coloured handle in the outline of the brush using Lost Lagoon, Crushed Curry and Poppy Parade ink.
  4. Use a Blender Pen to pick up colour from the ink pad to colour the bottom of the brush bristles. (Other Option: Use a Water Painter to pick up ink)
  5. Colour the top of the bristles using the Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blend.
  6. Stamp the greeting on the Vellum Cardstock using Stazon ink. Put aside to let dry for a bit to avoid smearing .
    (Note:  Black StazOn Ink is a permanent ink that is great for stamping images you want to watercolour, for stamping on Window Sheets (acetate) or on Vellum. )
  7. Add a glue dot the each end of the vellum to adhere it to the card.
  8. Add 2 sequins.

Product List

Note: the Trusty Toolbox Designer Paper is available until the last day of Feb. 2024 as a free item with a $60 order. 

Trusty Tools Bundle (English)

Trusty Tools Bundle (English)
[162723]
$75.50

Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Crushed Curry 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[131199]
$13.75

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[121045]
$13.75

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[159276]
$14.50

Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Vellum 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[101856]
$13.75

Trusty Toolbox 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

Trusty Toolbox 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[162978]
Free with a
$60 order

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin’ Pad
[161678]
$12.25

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin’ Pad
[147087]
$12.25

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin’ Pad
[147050]
$12.25

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
[132708]
$9.00

Jet Black St?zon Ink Pad

Jet Black St?zon Ink Pad
[101406]
$13.75

Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack
[154882]
$13.75

Blender Pens

Blender Pens
[102845]
$18.00

Water Painters

Water Painters
[151298]
$18.00

Neutrals Adhesive Backed Sequins

Neutrals Adhesive Backed Sequins
[161627]
$10.25

Mini Glue Dots

Mini Glue Dots
[103683]
$8.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Multipurpose Liquid Glue
[110755]
$7.50

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HI Alphabet Card

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Josee

I made this card the other day and love how it turned! 🙂 There are so many ways to use the Mini Alphabet Dies.

Dimensions

  • Balmy Blue: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • Designer Paper: 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Basic White: 3″ x 5 1/4″

MINI ALPHABET DIESMINI ALPHABET DIES (Note: the Fine-Tip Glue Pen can leave bubbles in the glue. You can try to pop them using a sharp pin, but personally I liked how it looked)

Product List

Mini Alphabet Dies

Mini Alphabet Dies
[162934]
$43.00

Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Balmy Blue 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[146982]
$13.75

Lighter Than Air 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

Lighter Than Air 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[162747]
$17.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[159276]
$14.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
[149653]
$175.00

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
[150673]
$90.00

Silicone Craft Sheet

Silicone Craft Sheet
[127853]
$9.00

Sponge Daubers

Sponge Daubers
[133773]
$7.50

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
[144108]
$6.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Multipurpose Liquid Glue
[110755]
$7.50

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

Fine-Tip Glue Pen
[138309]
$10.00

Directions

  1. Adhere the Designer Paper to the card front.
  2. Use the Alphabet die to cut out the letters.
  3. Add Liquid Glue to the back of the 3″ x 5 1/4″ Basic White cardstock and adhere it to the card without the letters.
  4. Use Liquid Glue to adhere each letter in their spot.
    Tip to add glue easily on the letters: Squeeze some Liquid Glue on to the Silicone Craft Sheet, pick up a bit of glue at a time with a Sponge Dauber, then tap the dauber to the back of each letter.
  5. Use a small piece of Balmy Blue to cover “HI” on the die and cut it out using the Cut & Emboss Machine. Add some Dimensionals to the back of the letters and place them on the card.
  6. Squeeze some clear glue from the Fine-Tip Glue Pen on top of the letters “HI” and let it dry for a while. (Once dry, your letters will look shinier and thicker.) You can add more layers if you want it to look thicker.

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        3. Online Exclusive Products  click here
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So Much Joy

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Josee

The colours found in the Lighter Than Air 6″ x 6″ Designer Paper has colours that scream SPRING to me! Since my favourite colour is PINK, I really love the colours in this paper!

Colours:
Azure Afternoon, Balmy Blue, Bubble Bath, Flirty Flamingo, Fresh Freesia, Lemon Lolly, Petal Pink, Pool Party

Supplies:

  • Stamp Sets–Everyday Details Stamp Set* (162861)
  • Cardstock– Basic White (159276), Gray Granite (146983), Lemon Lolly (161720), Balmy Blue (146982), Lighter than Air 6” x 6” Designer Series Paper (162747)
  • Stamp Pads –Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad (132708), Gray Granite(147118), Uninked Stampin’ Pad & Whisper White Refill (147277)
  • Misc. – Paper Trimmer (152392), Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653), Everyday Details Dies* (162864), Basics Embossing Powders (155554), Heat Tool (129053), Baker’s Twine 3 Color Pack (162759), Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots (162758), Paper Snips Scissors (103579), Take Your Pick Tool (144107), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108), Stampin’ Seal (152813)
  • Stampin’ Blends – Gray Granite (154886), Bubble Bath (161675), Granny Apple Green (154885), Daffodil Delight (154883), Balmy Blue (154830)

*Get the Everyday Details Bundle (162865), stamp set and dies for 10% off

Measurements:

  • Gray Granite(card base): 7 ½” x 5 ½”; scored at 4 ¼
  • Basic White (front): 5 ¼” x 3”
  • Lemon Lolly (front): 5 ¼” x ½”
  • Basic White (inside): 5 ¼” x 4”
  • Designer Series Paper (inside): 5 ¼” x 1”
  • Balmy Blue (die cut circle): 2 ½” x 2 ½”
  • Basic White (cut out flower): scrap
  • Twine: 26”

Instructions: 

  1. Fold the Gray Granite card base on the score line.
  2. Add the large piece of Basic White card base to the inside of the card.
  3. Add the strip of Designer Series Paper to the inside of the card, on top of the Basic White cardstock, on the right-hand side.
  4. On the 5 ¼” x 3” piece of Basic White cardstock, stamp the flower vase image with Tuxedo Black Memento ink.
  5. Stamp the large flower in the vase on the scrap of Basic White cardstock.
  6. Colour in the flower vase and the flowers with the Stampin’ Blends markers.
  7. Stamp some dots from the stamp set, with Gray Granite ink, at the bottom of the vase. Stamp some of them without reinking the stamp.
  8. Use the Paper Snips Scissors to cut out the small single flower.
  9. Attach the small flower to the larger coloured image using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  10. On the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, die cut out the long narrow pattern of dots on the Lemon Lolly cardstock using the Everyday Details Dies.
  11. Attach the die-cut Lemon Lolly cardstock to the front of the left-hand side of the stamped Basic White cardstock.
  12. Wrap some Balmy Blue Twine around the stamped Basic White cardstock and tie it in a bow on the left-hand side.
  13. Attach the Basic White layers to the front of the card.
  14. On the Balmy Blue cardstock, stamp the greeting with Whisper White ink. Sprinkle the ink with White Embossing Powder and shake off the excess. Heat emboss with the Heat tool.
  15. On the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, die cut out the greeting with the circle and dotsdie from the Everyday Details Dies.
  16. Attach the die-cut greeting to the front of the card by attaching only the right side of the card. This will form a stopper to help keep the card closed.
  17. Use the Take Your Pick Tool to add three Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots to the front of the card.

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Enjoy Your Day

Posted on February 19, 2024February 19, 2024 by Josee

Happy Family Day!!! Today, I’m sharing a swap card created by Janice Weightman. She uses 3 products that can be earned for free until Feb. 29th. Check the supply list below to see which ones.

Dimensions

  • Balmy Blue: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • Basic Black: 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Designer Paper: 3 3/4″ x 5″
  • Shaded Spruce: 1 3/8″ x 2 3/4″ Die
  • Basic White: 1″ x 2 3/8″ Die

Product List

Jungle Pals Cling Stamp Set

Jungle Pals Cling Stamp Set
[162950]
FREE with a
$6o order

Jungle Pals Dies

Jungle Pals Dies
[162973]
FREE with a
$120order

Heartfelt Hellos Cling Stamp Set (English)

Heartfelt Hellos Cling Stamp Set (English)
[162964]
FREE with a
$6o order

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[159276]
$14.50

Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Balmy Blue 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[146982]
$13.75

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[146981]
$13.75

Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Granny Apple Green 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
[146990]
$13.75

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad
[147088]
$12.25

Rock & Roll 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

Rock & Roll 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[162695]
$17.00

Iridescent Pastel Gems

Iridescent Pastel Gems
[160429]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
[149653]
$175.00

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
[150673]
$90.00

Deckled Rectangles Dies

Deckled Rectangles Dies
[159173]
$41.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Multipurpose Liquid Glue
[110755]
$7.50

Stampin' Dimensionals

Stampin’ Dimensionals
[104430]
$6.00

Directions

  1. Adhere the Basic Black cardstock and the Designer Paper to the front of the card.
  2. Cut out a 1 3/8″ x 2 3/4″ Deckled Rectangle using the Deckled Rectangles Dies.
  3. Stamp the greeting using Shaded Spruce ink on Basic White scrap. Cut out using the 1″ x 2 3/8″ Deckled Rectangle Die. Adhere it to the Shaded Spruce rectangle, then to the card.
  4. Stamp the alligator on a piece of Granny Apple Green using Shaded Spruce ink. Cut out using the matching die.
  5. Cut out the grass using Shaded Spruce cardstock.
  6. Adhere the grass to the card. Tuck the alligator in the grass using Dimensionals.
  7. Add gems.

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Hello There

Posted on February 18, 2024February 18, 2024 by Josee

I have so many cards to share that I received in a recent demonstrator card swap. Today’s card was made by Laura Barto.

Dimensions

  • Gray Granite: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • Designer Paper: 3″ x 4″
  • Basic White: 3 1/2″ Deckled Circle Dies

Supplies:

  • Stamp Sets: Detailed Dogwood* (162953), Softly Sophisticated* (162947)
  • Ink: Gray Granite (147118), Daffodil Delight (147094)
  • Cardstock: Gray Granite (146983), Basic White (159276), Pool Party (122924), Softly Stippled Designer Series Paper* (162975)
  • Accessories: Double Oval Punch (162242), Petal Park Builder Punch (160576), Simply Elegant Trim (155766), Festive Pearls (159963), Deckled Circles Dies (162286), Watercolor Pencils- Assortment 2 (149014)
    *You can get these products free with a $60 or $120 order until Feb. 29th

Directions

  1. Stamp the background of the card using Gray Granite ink.
  2. Adhere the Designer Paper to the left side of the card.
  3. Cut out a 3 1/2″ Circle with the Deckled Circle Dies.
  4. Stamp the flower on the cut out circle using Gray Granite ink. Colour using Watercolor Pencils then adhere the circle to the card.
  5. Stamp the greeting on Pool Party cardstock using Gray Granite ink. Punch it out using the Double Oval Punch.
  6. Tie a bow with the Silver Trim and add it to the back of the oval using a glue dot. Add greeting to the card using Dimensionals. (Tip: Leave some room on left and right side of oval so you can tuck the punched out flowers behind.
  7. Stamp the small flowers on scrap Basic White cardstock using Daffodil Delight ink. Punch them out, then adhere them to the card tucking 2 of them behind the greeting and 1 added with a Dimensional.
  8. Add Festive Pearls to the middle of the flowers.

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