by Susan Itell | Jul 7, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig, Stampin' Up ~ Super cool! |
This is such a fun…FUN stamp Set! It is called Timeless Talk
and at 1st I was not sure about it but…trust me – It’s a keeper and
now I LOVE it!
I love the bright and crisp color of Melon Mambo and I just
knew that this was going to turn out fun and classic…but the best thing is – it
is very easy to do!
Framelits are simply the best…sometimes when I am using them
I say….”why didn’t I think of that?” If you are not familiar to framelits…it’s
time for them to become your best friend!
You need to use the Big Shot when using them and with
today’s card, I used the new Deco Labels Collection Framelits!
After stamping the “telephone” image on a scrap of paper…I
next pulled out my dear friend, Stamp-a-ma-gig to get the sentiment in the
“perfect” spot! I did it both on the top and the bottom!
Next using the Deco Labels framelits I cut my stamped image
out and now to the super fun part! Pulling out the fun and perky Melon Mambo
Gingham Paper from the Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper, I used the next
size large to cut a frame!
What makes this card so special is using the Stampin’
Vitamins….Stampin’ Demensionals! I simply cannot tell you how many of these
gems I use!!! Just love them!
The trick is to use a lot of the demensionals…I know it
might seem “over board” but trust me…this is what gives this the clean and
crisp look!
The envelope had a special treatment X 2 = I line the
envelope with the matching gingham and then I also stamped on the front of the
envelope! Cute…right!?!?
This is such an exciting time for Stampin’ Up! You all are
going to love the new Holiday Catalog! I am anxiously awaiting my pre-order!
Don’t forget about the super designer series paper sale going on right now!!!!
Pick 3 of the designer series paper on pages 153 and 154 and
you can get 1 FREE!!! I love our paper….why??? You always get a double bang for
your buck! Remember our paper is always 2 sided!
Think about this…for every sheet of paper you can line 8
envelopes! You know that I often (well….always) line my envelopes and this
paper is what makes my envelopes shine!
Please let me know how you like this card? I think I am
going to use this as one of my cards for upcoming classes! When I teach a
class, I have my guests make 3 – 4 cards and I always try to get them familiar
with different techniques!
How about having a class? It is a great way to get products
using your Hostess Rewards and also the opportunity to getting Stampin’ Up!
Products at a 50% discount…now that is fun and we all know we love a bargain!
As always, you can email me or simply click here to order
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Thanks for popping by and until tomorrow!!!
by Susan Itell | Jul 6, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig, Super Easy |
It's the weekend and I hope that you have a big "SMILE" on your face when you see this zoom-zoom card! It truly does not get any easier than this! This would be a great card to whip up in multiples and simply switch up the colors if you get tires of the beautiful Melon Mambo! One fun card!
This was a card that we made this week for the Breast Cancer Patients and I know they will "smile" when they receive it! The best thing about this card is the size!!! I think it is one item that often gets overlooked in the catalog!
On page 162 in the Catalog the "Note Cards and Envelopes" are something that gets passed by! These cards are smaller (5" X 3 1/2") and have matching envelopes! 20 cards and envelopes are only $5.95! WHAT A BARGAIN! They are a great way to whip up a quick note!
The only other "tip" I want to point out to you is the gingham stamp! That came from the Gingham Wheel and I peeled it off the wheel and made it into a stamp! I find that I use stamps a bunch more this way than on a wheel! Try it – it is fun and I think you too will use it more!
How to do it…easy – use the Clear Mount Cling Foam to make a wheel into a stamp! Works great every time! The stamp-a-ma-jig was the lifesaver for both the placement of the gingham as well as the adorable lion from the super fun Zoo Babies Stamp Set.
The liner was like the "moon and the stars lined up" – how perfect…..it is from the designer paper Gingham Garden….and remember….right now if you but 3 designer series paper you can get 1 free!!! WOOT-WOOT!!!! Click here and order away!
I hope this post inspires you to whip up some simple yet great cards!!! Enjoy the day and until tommorrow……
by Susan Itell | Jul 5, 2013 | Birthday, Stamp-a-ma-jig |
Mission accomplished!
I had 3 friends celebrating their birthdays with the week and I wanted
to challenge myself to make 3 different cards using the Cycle Celebration Stamp
Set and also the Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper!
I often forget about stamp a tone on tone and when I do – I
always like the end result! I did “tweak” this a bit as the base color is So
Saffron and then I stamped the candles in Daffodil Delight! (I thought it need
a bit more zip!)
The best tip I can share with you is to get that
ruler out and let it do it’s thing! I measured ¼” up from the bottom and then
the half way point of the So Saffron piece.
Next thing was after making a template with the
Stamp-a-ma-jig I stamped my 1st candle smack dap in the middle…then
went to the outer 2 sides and then filled in! Doing it this way always takes
minimal time with a great result!
I did the same with the bicycle, centering the middle…then
using the Stamp-a-ma-jig to do the outers! Works like a charm each and every
time!
I did feel that the card was “flat” so I stamped my
sentiment and then did my trick whenever I am lazy….simple “free-hand” cut it
out and then mat it – do the same and PRESTO – a cute sentiment, naturally
popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals!
Since I have been ignoring ribbon lately ( and I do not know
why) – I thought the Raspberry Ripple Stitched Ribbon would be perfect…and it
is! Just a nice balance of color and a great finishing touch!
Talk about “finishing touches”…well the Candy Dots in the
bicycle are just too darn cute! I will admit…I bought a BUNCH of the “brads”
that coordinate with the Candy Dots….and I have not used 1!!! They are soooo
easy to pick up and place…why do another step!
You know me…the envelope is coming….now how darn cute is
this liner! Could it be any better…..no way! I simply could not resist and had
to stamp the front of the envelope! It was the perfect finishing touch that me
friend Connie will love when she goes to her mailbox!
I had to work yesterday and I am sooooo confused on the day
of the week! Thank goodness it is Friday – the weekend is here….and boy do I
have a treat for you on Monday….(fingers crossed)…it is my friends birthday and
I think I will make her smile!
I hope that your holiday was fabulous! When I went to put the horse out last night…I could hear the "popping" of fireworks outside! Here's to the weekend and until tomorrow!
by Susan Itell | Jul 4, 2013 | Uncategorized |
Happy 4th of July!
This "twirly" card should bring a smile to your face! The inspiration for this card came from Stampin' Up Demonstrator Jane Rozes!
Last night was my "Breast Cancer" feel good night making cards for the "Angel Program" and it was a super special treat to have Jane come and help make cards!
Also today is a Pals Paper Art Challenge and it is a color challenge using the colors of Pacific Point, Real Red and my all time favorite – Crumb Cake! This a great color combination to celebrate the holiday!
Jane gave to me the super cute…super fun…4th of July straw that would surely be a hit at a party! Earlier in the day when we spoke on the phone…I brought up that I want to make a spinner card….and "BINGO-BANGO" the light bulb came on when I saw this adorable straw!
Please refer back to this prior post that I did using the "spinner card method"…it just makes me smile to see the little guy go back and forth!
To make the Little Man was a cinch…here is a quick run down of supplies!
- The Window Word Punch was the super helper to make the hat in Real Red and Pacific Point!
- After I put the card together I still felt it had too much "white space" so I used the paper trimmer to cut very thin pieces and wiggled them in place – this did the perfect balance!
Whatever you are up to today….I hope that it is fun and please have a safe holiday! To me this marks the summer half way point and YIKES….it just seemed like it just started!
Challenge yourself to make a project like this…not only are they fun – they truly are super cute….the only problem is the fact that you will sit there and play with it – watching it go back and forth…back and forth!
There is sooooo much talent out the – we could literally be "camped out" in our craft areas forever and not even begin to scratch the surface of all that is out there! Many thanks to Jane for inspiring me today for this spinner card!
Have a fabulous 4th and until tomorrow!
by Susan Itell | Jul 3, 2013 | Uncategorized |
Good Morning! This is the 2nd card I am attempting to make this week using the Cycle Celebration Stamp Set and also the Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper! This is for my Goddaughters 15th Birthday! I think it is super cute and will definitely put a smile on her face!
I need to clarify something…it is not my birthday this week…it is 3 of my friends birthdays! Trust me….this is my 50th this year in October and you'll know…but thanks anyways for all of the Birthday wishes!
Well….you know how the saying goes….there is a lot that can happen in 24 hours…well let me tell you – this is what happen to me Monday – Tuesday! It was all good as I was with my beautiful daughter but…this is what we had to deal with…Y U C K !!!
We went to a Horse Show at State College in PA and they had 5 1/2" of rain within an hour a couple of days ago and everyday since they have had a huge downpour everyday! YUCK!!! Fortunately for us….we were in and out within 24 hours but the rest of the barn is there for a week! I love being back and dry! She rode beautifully and her horse, Oscar, was stellar!
Now to the super cute card! Super easy to make….heck anything is easy to make if you have the right tools! Little by little as you build up your inventory of goodies and tools you will see how easy and efficiently card making is!
- I popped this up with the stampin dimensionals!
- Now to the fun part….Emerson is turning 15….so I rolled up a $1.00 & a $5.00 bill (the 1 does not cooperate like the 5…but it is still fun!!!) – simply put a band of the paper around and BAM! The flame came from the candle in the Cycle Celebration Stamp Set!
- The envelope line…..sooooo cute! I love these party hats…this came from the same Designer Series Paper, Birthday Basics!
I wanted to something more with this cute candle stamp….so why not stamp the outer part of the envelope as well? Doesn't this look fun!!!
2 down….one more to go this week! Birthday's in July are plentiful!!! Are you ready for the 4th! Hopefully you have plans to do something fun with family? This time of year always brings out lots of "grillin' while chillin'!!!"
Tonight is my monthly "feel good" when we make cards for Breast Cancer patients that are currently in treatment! It is a fun way to give back to your community and it is a wonderful way to get to meet volunteers that come to create cards!
Enjoy the day….and please tell your friends and family about my blog…you can simply subscribe right here ( in the upper right) and you will never miss a dose of inspiration!
Until tomorrow……
