by Susan Itell | Jun 23, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig |
I
just love the expression of “Somewhere in the world it is 5 o’clock”…I have
been wanting to use this stamp set of Happy Hour in a bright and fun way for
some time and yesterday it just popped off of the shelf and said “USE ME”!!!
I love the new fresh colors that SU came out with! In this card I am using 3
of them and they blend together so well…Bermuda Bay, Strawberry Slush and Baked
Brown Sugar!
You
can see that my stampin’ man, “Mr. Big Shot” made an appearance twice! Once
with the Apothecary Accents Framelits and also with the Tasteful Trim Bigz
XL…(I realize that this a pricy item but remember you can get if for 50% off or
free) – ask me how! It always creates an accent of WOW…that is simple and
clean!
Because
of the rick-rack I thought I would carry the look on with using the Chevron
Embossing Folder…super cute and having this card mainly in white creates a
classic look!
My
other friend, Stamp-A-Ma-Jig was the “A Student” once again and naturally he
did not let me down! I first drew a line in the middle of the white
piece…stamped the middle glass 1st – then the ones on the sides!
The sentiment came from the
A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set…a super set that will help you for many cards!!! I love the typeset of the
“bravo” – Doesn’t it make you want to raise your glass and say “cheers”!!!
Keeping
the “chevron” theme going…the envelope was lined with the In Color Designer
Series Paper…so fresh and clean!
I
sure hope that this put a smile on your face…it’s summertime and this card just
makes you feel the summertime fun of cool and refreshing drinks! I am a mojito
fan and I have lots of fresh mint growing to support my favorite summer drink!
Please
continue to tell you friends about my blog! I appreciate your support and I
appreciate your comments! If you have not sign up for a daily dose of
inspiration from me…please do so (upper right)
Enjoy
the day…make some memories and simply have fun!
Until
tomorrow!
Stamps:
Happy Hour (126642), A Dozen Thoughts (131059)
Ink:
Bermuda Bay, Strawberry Slush, Baked Brown Sugar and Gumball Green
Tools:
Big Shot (113439), Chevron Embossing Folder (127749), Apothecary Accents
Framlits(127003), Tasteful Trim Bigx XL Die (120893)
Finishing
Touches: Paper Snips (103579), Brights Candy Dots(130931), Stampin
Dimensionals(104430), In Color Designer Series Paper (130136)
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by Susan Itell | Jun 20, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig |
Well I am super excited for today's post! As it kept coming together I kept saying to myself…I like this…then when I stamped the words "hello" 3 times….I said – I LOVE IT!!!! ( Please click on it to see it better!!!)
When I am super happy about something, I always seem to say…."HELLO IRENE" and this is one of those times…why?
- I love that the card is an odd size…4" X 9"
- I love the colors of Melon Mambo, Basic Gray, Black and White together!
- I love the simplicity and clean lines it gives…
- I love being able to use ribbon in a simple yet classic way
- I love being able to make my own custom envelope…I just love it everything!
I have never used this Six-Sided Sampler Stamp Set yet and I was super excited to do so…but remember that SU makes it super easy for us to purchase this item in a bundle so we can save 15%…another reason the say…."HELLO IRENE!!!!"
You get the stamp Set and the Punch
at a 15% off savings!
Do you remember last month when I did a card with the same color combination …well I loved it then and I still love it…..check it out…then I knew that I would do the same color combination with the "right stamp set"….and I think I hit it out of the park!
This was a simple stamp…punch…adhere…and I matted it on a piece of black paper and "created" the look I was going for and I love it! There are times that we made mistakes and don't stress….you can usually add something and it will do the trick! This us what I did with adding the 1/4" stitched grosgrain ribbon…sometimes an optical illusion will be your best friend and them I did a simple knot with the super luscious 3/4" chevron ribbon and wow….did the trick!
Now I know what you are thinking…..the envelope! Easy-peasy! I went to a PALS resource and super talented SU Demonstrator, Michael Funke and used his method on how to make an odd size envelope! Always works like a charm….please go and check it out – you will watch and refer to this over and over!
As I have mentioned before in my posts….some of the best samples and inspirations come from the catalog! Please go to page 119 and see the sample they have with stamping the "hello" image! This stamp is from the "My Friends" Stamp Set! I remember seeing this stamp set and thinking…wow – that looks fun…well this is my version of it and I know my dear friend Caren is going to love….love this card!
You can clearly see that the Stamp-a-ma-jig is a must with this card and envelope! It was super simple and I will say – You'll get it right the 1st time! Love that little piece of plastic!!!!!
Adding the little bling of flowers from the Boho Blossoms Punch and adding the super quick and simple neutrals candy dots made this simple touch a finishing touch! These candy dots are H O T and I need to order more – just love the ease of using them and also find that I do not use them much with the brads….I like the ease of using them "as is"!!!
I hope that you have enjoyed this post – I was very pleased with it! Please let me know your thoughts and please send me any of your work….I would love to share it on my blog! There are so many great ideas out there…it is super to share as when we share…we all win!
Thanks for being such a great support to me…I love what I do!
Until tomorrow……
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by Susan Itell | Jun 19, 2013 | Birthday, Masculine, Stamp-a-ma-jig |
I hope this card put a smile on your face as it sure does mine! I just love this stamp set, Zoo Babies!!! Not only is it fun…it can be used for soooo many differnt cards…not just for kids! An "A list" for sure! Remember my post the other day with the adorable alligator and I did one with the bird!!! This set is a keeper!
Using the new Smoky Slate Card Stock as my base…it is perfect as you can still write on it with a black pen and it is not hard to see! The Night of Navy was the choice to keep this a bit masculine and I wanted a bit of depth so out came the Big Shot and I ran it through with the Honeycomb Embossing Folder! Love the effect it gives!
Wanting to color in the balloons I used the Watercolor Paper and the Aqua Painters! I know you already know this but it is worth mentioning it again, if you are going to use the Aqua Painters, you need to use the Black Staz On Ink!
Using the Stamp-A-Ma-Jig for perfect placement I stamped the sentiment from the Four You Stamp Set ( love…LOVE it!!!) and then the Elephant and lastly the balloons form the Road to Happiness Stamp Set!
When stamping on the Watercolor Paper, make sure your ink pad has been inked up very well – this paper seems to really "take in" a lot of ink…just a head's up for a good coverage! I did stamp the Elephant again in the Night of Navy Ink and cut his little ear out and adhered him to give a bit of interest!
Before I adhered the Navy Embossed piece I took a piece of 7/16" Trim Ribbon and put a piece of sticky tape on the back of it and adhered it! ( I know….you are thinking this is a bit excessive..but I like the finished and professional look of a ribbon that does not move around!) Again, using the sticky strip I adhere this piece to the Smokey Slate Card base!
A simple " Susan knot" did the trick and I used the mini glue dots to keep it in place! Love these little guys…they make my life SUPER fast and easy! Voila…done!
Now to the envelope….I thought that since this is such a cute card…it deserves a matching envelope! They are soooo darn tootin' easy to make yourself..why not? Take a 7 3/4" square and score it with the Diagonal Scoring Plate at 4 1/8" on 2 sides and the other sides at 3 1/8" and snip the little pieces…do a quick fold and adhere with Sticky Strip….DONE!!!! ( well not quite yet….)
Remember yesterday's post…I used the Night of Navy from the Regals Designer Series Paper and how convenient for me as I did not put away my papers…I used the flip side for the liner! Looks super-duper!
I hope that this posts encourages you to think out of the box and make your own matching envelopes! Why not? It is sooo easy and the finished look is wonderful!
I have been having so much fun with the new stamp sets! I hope that I am inspiring you to take a look at sets in a different way! Please remember, click here to order away from your home and that cute little "brown man" will show up at your door!!! Just love UPS!!!
Until tomorrow!!!
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by Susan Itell | Jun 15, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig, Super Easy |
O.k. – mission accomplished? Did this card do what it was supposed to? I sure hope you have a BIG SMILE on your face when you see this!
What a GREAT stamp set! The "Happy Day" Stamp Set is definitely one to be on your "A List" for the new catalog! WHY? Simple – It is soooo versatile and you can create soooo many different types of cards switching our the colors into the "mood" you are trying to capture! I see LOTS of great cards in the future with this one!
When I look at stamp sets to purchase…I look at naturally if the "wow" factor is there right when I see it…but then I also look at it and think about how many different ways I could use it for not only my personal card making but also how I can inspire you to use it! This stamp set would be a huge life saver for sooo many different cards…I highly would recommend it
Less is best!
When you see a BIG focal word on the center of the card…it sets the tone and it needs very little "fru-fru"…let the message move you…let the message set the tone!
Do you remember last month I did the snail card? I received so many emails and comments on how simple and fun it was! The stamp set of Zoo Babies Stamp Set is no other way to say it but…ADORABLE! I see lots of trios in this set for simple and quick cards that will make you smile! I used the little tucan bird riding a bike in an earlier post this week…so fun!
I know you already realize this…but I will say it again! The Stamp-a-ma-jig is the lifesaver in making this a super quick and easy card! There are 2 other things that make it a cinch! The ruler (I drew a line at 1/4" and then another one in the middle) so I could get my placement of the alligators "spot on" and then the other life saver is the sanding block that I "scuffed" up the alligator stamp with the sanding block to make the ink really soak in and give me a super clean and crisp image! Always does the trick…
On my next order…I without a shadow of doubt, I need to order a ton more "Candy Dots" These are amazing!!! I love…love them and thy make a added touch so fast and effective! I thought I would be using them with the brads…but I can easily see that I will use them more for putting touches "here and there" They are also super easy to pick up ( not nearly has hard as the pearls etc….)
The quick and simple touch of the ribbon in the corner just added a bit of bling! The 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon is perfect for this touch and I love the ease in using it! Again, a simple knot with a glue dot does this quick and simple touch!
Does this envelope look familiar? Make sure you check yesterday's post on the Envelope Lining 101…just a simple touch that is a daily habit of mine…but in keeping with this fun theme – I thought…this little gator needs to make the mailman smile too!!! The Brights Designer Series Paper is so bold and fun!
Again, the stamp-a-ma-jig to the rescue! If someone took this little tool from me, I would be one unhappy stamper! I use it ALL OF THE TIME! Try decorating the outside of your envelope…you'll love it and you will also get lots of smiles!
I hope that you have enjoyed this "Happy Day" post and I hope that you have a happy day yourself! I sure plan to – we have friends visiting so I know it will be a special day and then off to help my son get his apartment in order!!! ( you know….Mom's like to add little touches here and there!!!)
Until tomorrow….don't forget those great "Dad's" – it is their special day tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Jun 11, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Thank You |
Thank you for joining us for the June Pals Blog Hop and our
kickoff to the new catalog! Are you ready to see wonderful creations
featuring new products from the 2013-14 Stampin' Up! catalog? Get ready
to update your wishlist!
You should have just left stop number 5 on the Pals Hop – Lyn Hoyt at Cattail Designs. If so, you are in the right spot.
If you get off track, the full blog lineup below will help you move along
from blog to blog so you see all of the amazing creations.
*** My order is still not here ( today is the magic day) but I am sure you will love this fun card as all of the stamps are in the NEW CATALOG!!!!
Enjoy….and have fun hopping away!***
Today is the last day of me personal challenge I gave myself using the Oh, Hello & Mixed Bunch Stamp Sets! I am calling it a F F F Challenge… FUN…FUNCTIONAL…and FEMININE! Today is…the FUN one and I think it is SUPER FUN!
I just LOVE bright and cheery colors and I think that this represents it well! This style of card is called the "Gate Fold Card" and it is super easy to make and a fun way to switch up a regular A-2 card size!
The 2 key things you need are 12 X 12 paper and a Stamp-a-ma-jig! Now I know that this is NOT the 1st time you have heard me say this….but Stampin' Up! does make select paper colors in the 12 X 12 size and trust me…you will use it for certain projects you work on! This card is a prime example…and now to the Stamp-a-ma-jig….you know that there would be NO way I could have made this card without it!
To make the card base…the dimensions are 12" X 5 1/2 inches and then using the Simply Scored Scoring Tool – score at 2",4",8" and 10" – THAT'S IT! Fold the score lines in and use the Bone Folder…this makes your edges always so crisp!
Next – cut 4 white panels at 1 7/8" X 5 3/8"! Now remember yesterday I shared with you the WOW factor that a simple ruler can give you…well this is my secret and I HOLD TRUE TO IT!
- Mark the center of these panels
- Mark a 1/4" on each end!
- Stamp the center 1st in Pacific Point and then using the stamp-a-ma-jig I worked on either side! It really is easy and it goes fast!
- TIP – anchor your strip to your work surface – there is nothing more frustrating that your paper "wiggling" just when you go to stamp it!!!
I simple "snailed" these super cute pieces to the panels and then the inside panel of the card is 5 3/8" X 3 7/8" for the Blue and the White is 5 1/8" X 3 5/8".
Still having part of the 12 X 12 Daffodil Delight Paper left…I cut a strip at 3/4" wide and just wrapped it around the card….then used the bone folder to "crisp" it….snipped off the excess after I used the snail to make a "belly band" – easy-peasey!
Now you can see how I utilized the Oh, Hello Stamp Set…now
it’s time to let the “Mixed Bunch” have it’s turn….TIP – make sure you "scruff" up the stamps that have a big "space" to let the ink soak in to make a clear image!
After I stamped the flower in Melon Mambo I popped it out using the Blossom Punch! Cute…right!?!? Using the circle stamp in daffodil delight, I punched that out with the 3/4" circle punch…added some Stampin Dimensionals and again, BAM!
The sentiment did come from another set…the One in a Million Stamp Set, but do you notice I just have a portion of the sentiment? I did that by "masking" the part I did not want…inking it up…then peeling off the "mask" and stamped just the sentiment! Again, easy and effective!
Now to the envelope….I loved it with one of the new designer series papers, Gingham Garden, and after I did it (and I loved it) I went back to write all of the products I use with their numbers to blog for you and I saw that the blue is Island Indigo NOT what I am using in the card…Pacific Point is the color of my card…but it looks just fine….no worries!
This was a super fun card to and it makes me smile!!! Please try it and please send me some pictures of the creations that you have made!
Today is the day that the "Brown Man in his cute shorts" is going to deliver my goodies…the bad thing is we live out in the country and we are the LAST stop….usually after 6 p.m. – but I will have a smile and the excitement will be there!
I truly hope that you liked my FFF Personal challenge and I will be doing more in the future…..feel free to email me and let me know how you liked today's card or leave me a comment…..
The next stop is Kerry Willard Bray at Stampgoodness, stop number 7 on
the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting – and I hope to see you next month!
Here is the line up for all of the fun PALS creations…have a blast clicking away and visiting the A M A Z I N G talent that is out there!
Hope you are filled with inspitation today!
Final Blog Hop Line Up List:
- Penny Nichols at Sierra Stampin!
- Linda Callahan at Stampin' Seasons
- Shannon Hokanson at Paper Works
- Maggie Mata at Maggie Made Cards
- Lynn Hoyt at cattaildesigns
- Susan Itell at Simple Stampin'
- Kerry Willard Bray at Stampgoodness
- Angie Blake at Angie's Musings
- Shannon Jaramillo at ezpeasycards.com
- Debbie Crowley at expressivelydeb…
- Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven's Retreat
- Amy L. Lazzell at Just a Thought…Cards by Amy
- Sherrie Gross at Stampin' Sunshine
- Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stampin
- Patti Macleith at Papercrafts by Patti
- Nicole Picadura at Scraps & Stamps
- Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn
- Brian King at Stamp with Brian
- Diane Roberts at Score at Four and a Quarter
- Martie Pollard at The Crafty Bandit
- Rae Harper at Wild West Paper Arts
- Mary Fish at Stampin' Pretty
- Barb Furlong at The Love of Stamping
- Peggy Noe at Prettypapercards.com
- Nancy Gleason at My Stampin Space
Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Jun 11, 2013 | Stamp-a-ma-jig, Thinking of you |
I am a "happy stamper"…as my order came!!! WOOT-WOOT!!! If there is someone out there that can tell me a secret in how to find a day that has….say….28 hours – I would love to know the magic!
Working full time and knowing that on my steps are going to be boxes of gems…and I still need to take care of animals and dinner and ( it was The Voice Night!!!) I say…Calgon take me away!!! I knew the 1st card I was going to make…was going to be the 1st Stamp Set in the NEW catalog – Cycle Celebration!!! Always best to start at the beginning…especially since it is a keeper!!!
This card came together with the help of 3 stamp sets…Road to Happiness, Zoo Babies ( soooo darn tootin' cute!), and Cycle Celebration! Super cute…right!!! I knew that my 1st card with the new catalog I wanted to start with the bicycle….as we are on a great "road race….or should I say a marathon with this super catalog!!!!"
I wanted to use as many of the new goodies I could get my hands on as I knew I would not be able to open everything tonight and I was super happy with the end result! I love using the watercolor paper and I love using the aqua painter! I am a happy camper!
Again….the stamp-a-ma-jig was my treasured friend for this card…..if someone hid this tool from me…I would be lost! I used it for the placement of everything! That dear little bird wouldn't be sitting on that bike so cute !
There are so many favorites of mine with this new catalog and I know that I will add more to my list once I get "quality" time to play with everything….but the CANDY DOTS.…are simply the BOMB!!! So easy to use both with the brad…or alone – just as I did them with this card….they are super and one that you just must order in every color collection!
Another fun thing I did was to make the embossed lines across the Tangerine Tango Card Stock ….using the Simply Scored Tool - a quick an easy way to create texture! Naturally the Stampin Dimensionals made a front and center appearance as always!
The new 3/4" Chevron Ribbon is soooo easy to work with! I must say….I was a bit bummed with not having more additions to the ribbon collections and I thought that this was too wide and was going to be hard to work with….but I was wrong!
And the best for last….I love envelopes and this NEW Designer Series Paper is a must!!! Each and every color collection – it is fun, it is fresh, it is the perfect accent to bring "Plain Jane to WOW" Today, I decided to love the outside of my envelope!!! Super cute and I am sure the mailman will smile!
I thank you for being sooooo incredible in "POPPING" by the Blog Hop yesterday! WOW – it was wonderful, wasn't it! There is so much talent out there and it is always a joy to see others works of art! We are all very blessed to have the resources and availability we have with looking at so many different talented pieces of work!
Have a super day….please email me if you need me….please click here to shop away….and please tell your friends to sign up for my daily blogs….I love inspiring you!
Until tomorrow!
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