by Susan Itell | Jan 7, 2015 | 3-D Projects, Embossing Folders, Super Easy |
Now here is a super quick project that you can whip up in a jif and also use so many different themes to the front but the best thing is….What a practical gift! This is the "Papa Version" to the one in the Holiday Catalog!
These were a big hit for me in the little version and I was so happy that they came out in this size! Here are a bunch of pictures for you and plese feel free to email me if you need further help and/or also fell free to leave a comment!
Did you notice that I embossed the front and back cover! See in the picture below how I did it! I was super happy that you are able to match up the dots so there really was no line from where one embossing started and stopped! Just a simple fun touch that dresses up the cover!
Isn't the new catalog just wonderful! There are so many fun, fresh and new stamp sets but oh…the bundles – they are super duper and remember that if you order the by the bundle number, you will save 15%!
The Crazy About You Bundle is great…just great! The come in all 3 ways for you to choose…wood, clear and photopolymer! I do realize that this is a pricey bundle but when you see not only all of the stamps….WOW – these framelits are fabulous.
The flower was not only easy to POP out the the matching NEW punch, but then I stamped several other flowers and did a quick "fussy cut" – it really is not bad ata ll to do!
Let's touch on the framelit – I would recommend using a piece of wax paper in between when you are cutting it and also – I like to run it back and forth several times….pops out like a charm each and every time!
Look at the below 2 pictures and I think you will see how I love to adhere it!
Here are some close ups of the finished project….well – what do you think? This would be a great project to do and give for just about anyone. I think that I like this size better and for just $3.95 – it is a great way to get a super gift personalized from YOU!
I used a white button and "split" a piece of the bakers twine and it worked perfectly! Love those glue dots to stick it onto my work surface to tie that darn bow!
Well…that's about it for today! Are you all still looking and looking at the new catalogs!?!? They are just great and this is a great time for you to earn free products in the super Sale-a-bration catalog…..Please reach out to me if you would like to "brain storm" in having a cyber event with me! Email me and we can chat!
Please pop back tomorrow as I will be showcasing a great option for you to have to earn free product! I thank you for your time in popping in and I hope that this super cute journal inspired you!
Until tomorrow!
p.s. ….many thanks to all – but….
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by Susan Itell | Jan 6, 2015 | New Product, Sale-A-Bration, Super Easy |
Today, January 6th is a day that Stampin' Up! crazed fans have been looking for…the day that a double-whammie happens – The Occasions Catalog AND Sale-A-Bration begins! That in itself deserves a WOOT-WOOT cause you can earn some WOOF-WOOF's!
Before we get to today's super cute card…I need to make you laugh! Last night John said to me..."It amazes me that you all get so darn excited about a new catalog….and then he said – you know….it's a great thing what you all do….I wish more people understood the passion you all have" Now…. I rest my case….IS HE THE BEST OR WHAT!
The catalogs will be on my side bar of my post sometime today but until my dear friend and amazing gu-ru Patsy Waggoner has the time to put them up….here are the links for them! You can grab a cup of coffee….turn the phone off and take it all in!
Click here for the Occasions Catalog
and
Click here for the Sale-a-bration FUN!
Let's get to the card as it makes me smile! I used this stamp set last week and I know that I am going to use it over and over again in many ways as to me it's a keeper and the best thing is…it's FREE and I adore the name – Best Day Ever!
This is blending the best of both worlds! That super fun paper is not a new DSP in the Occasions Catalog…it's a freebie with the Sale-A-bration collection and it is called Irresistibly Yours Specialty DSP( there are 6 different patterns) and the super fun thing about it is…you can add any color to the glossy paper and the images POP!
What do I mean – I used a sponge and dabbed it in the Blushing Bride ink and then "swirled it on the paper" and PRESTO – magic happened! This is one GREAT paper and the ideas are endless! You will get a free 1/4 sheet of all 6 of these fun papers with the paper share that I am offering!
It's hip to be square and today is no different! This is a 4 1/2" card and you can see that it is super sweet and just fun! I used the Banner Framelits to bring the focal point to the forefront.
This stamp set is just too cute for words and I know that I will (hopefully) be able to "stash" some away for future blog candy give-aways!
I lifted this portion up with Stampin' Vitamins aka Stampin' Dimensionals as we all know that these make everything shine!
There are so many things that are a "girls best friend" and today…it is pearls…NEW ribbon and oh…a sweet flower! The perfect finishing touch!
The Envelope Punch Board (which is on SALE THIS WEEK with the weekle deals) and the Subtles Designer Series paper stack was the perfect end to this sweet card! I call these 2 products…."Peanut Butter & Jelly" as they always makes a card shine!
Well…are you excited…..are you making your list and checking it twice?!?!
Please remember that with this New Year, I am offering a rewards program to YOU…for choosing me to help you with your projects! Click here to see the scoop!
This is such an exciting day for us…crazed SUD and know that you are going to have a TON of FUN seeing what everyone is up to! I adore this catalog…..and I am thrilled that Stampin' Up! has offered so many stamp sets in the Photopolymer….
Speaking of exciting….late yeaterday I unveiled the January Stamp of the Month Club offering…please click here to see the scoop and then email me if you want a part of the fun! I take great pride in my kits and I know that not only will you love them, but you will learn new tips, tricks and techniques! This months kit is the Sheltering Tree!
There is just so much going on today….don't forget…every Tuesday Stampin' Up offers weekly deals –click here to see them….my pick this week – the Envelope Punch Board…..under $15.00!!!! (This also makes a GREAT gift to have ready…"just in case"!
Thanks for POPPING in today and enjoy this day! Please do not forget that I am offering a paper and ribbon share and I will be placing an order today (well…probably it is already placed before you see this but I will be ordering again on Thursday)…. this is a fantastic way for you to get a "taste" of the newbies without breaking the bank!
Thanks for being YOU…and remember – today is the BEST DAY EVER….but YOU are the BEST for popping in!
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by Susan Itell | Jan 1, 2015 | SNEAK PEEK!!!, Super Easy |
Woot-Woot…it is the NEW YEAR! What a great way to start the New Year with a Pals Paper art Challenge. Please make sure that you pop over to the PPA Website to see not only what the design team came up with…but to see the inspiration that others did as well – a total inspiration to the max!
Today is a Color Challenge using Silver, Wisteria Wonder and Night of Navy. When I saw the colors, I was challenged! First – I did not have any silver paper left and Wisteria Wonder is not a color that I use often (sorry Arianne)! The minute I saw this little bow punch, I knew a super simple New Years Card would be in the works!
This will be my 1st post of 2 today, as later I will share with you part #2 of my Blog Candy saying goodbye to 2014 and Hello to 2015! You can have (2) chances to win so make sure that you check them out!
This is a SUPER SIMPLE card that focuses on a "sneak peak" that you will be able to order starting next Tuesday, January 6th! You are going to LOVE the new catalog and the sale-a-bration items are….3 simple letters – WOW!
Here you go my friends! You could easily switch up the bow tie and place a simple flower, birthday candle or actually nothing at all – just let the embossing part do it's thing (heck – you could use 2 colors and adhere them together with Sticky Strip as the seam is cover with the thin strip of paper)
- The base is my go-to note card in Whisper White!
- The Wisteria Wonder is 4 5/8" X 3 1/8" and then the Whisper White is 4 1/2" X 3" and then I ran just the top portion through the Big Shot with the Large Polka Dot Folder so I can have the bottom part a backfrop to stamp my sentiment!
- The sentiment is from the Tenny Tiny Wishes Set and if you do not have this…than you need to click that SHOP NOW button and get it – it is truly one of those "life savers" sets!
- To cover the seam part of the start and stop of the embossing I simply took a skinny piece of card stock to "break up" the area!
- To the adorable bow…this is using the new punch, appropriately called Bow Builder Punch and wowers….easy peasy! I used the All is Calm DSP (This is how I snuck in the silver) and then wrapped the other colors to make it pop! Glue dots to the rescue…and DONE!
- To the envelope fun…I simply took a piece of Wisteria White that is 2" X 5 1/2" and then ran it through the Big Shot the the Polka Dot Folder and using the "green glue" I took a very this bead of glue just around the outer edge and then placed the paper….(I do suggest to let it dry good before you take your scissors and trim the excess away!)
That is it! So simple yet so fun! Thanks for popping in and look for my 2nd post a bit later! You will want to read it and leave a comment so you can have a chance to win BOTH Blog Candy #1 and then the next post which is a dozen of handmade cards made me ME!
Here is to a WONDERFUL 2015 filled with help, tips and inspiration to you! Please feel free to email me and I deeply thank you for your ongoing support to my Stampin' Up! fun!
Until later!
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by Susan Itell | Dec 27, 2014 | Sale-A-Bration, SNEAK PEEK!!!, Super Easy, Thank You |
Happy Saturday…I am super happy to share this great card with you today for many reasons…this is the type of card that I call a "formula" that you need to keep for future cards…for all different occasions – this is the kind of card that I refer to as a "keeper"
NOTE: I have had a terrible time getting a good picture of this card…I have taken pictures in 3 different lights and I am super frustrated with the end result. This is truly a beautiful card in person, sorry!
Several months ago I received the below card from Karen Hallam. Karen is one of my downline that lives in beautiful California and the minute I saw this not only did I fall in love with the layout…I knew that I would blog about ir in the future.
Karen makes beautiful cards that are always "clean and classic", she does not have a blog but I wish she did as I know that you would adore her work!
Today I am going to share with you the dimensions from start to finish as I really want you to make this card! Have fun with different DSP and your colors. The other thing that is great about this card is the fact that you do not have a bunch of "bulk" to the card – easily a 1 stamp card!
Let's get going! I will put in parenthesis the colors I used for today but I encourage you to keep these measurements for future cards!
- The base is 9 3/4" X 4 1/4" and then scored at 5 1/2". (Sahara Sand)
- The White inside piece is 5" X 3 3/4"
- The outer layers, solid color (Bermuda Bay) is a 3 3/4" square and the DSP (NEW Sale-a-bration paper, Best Year Ever, that is GORGEOUS)is a 3 1/2" square.
- The sentiment part…outer part (Sahara Sand) is 3 3/4" X 1 1/2" and the white is 3 1/2" X 1 1/4"
That is the formula now just have fun with your sentiment and your embellishments is desired!
Today I am using the Fabulous Four Stamp Set, I adore this set and it is simply a must have! I showcased this set for my Stamp of the Month Club this month, truly a very versatile set.
The punches I used today are the Petite Petals Punch, the Owl Punch for the centers of the flowers and the Itty Bitty Accents Punch…all 3 of these are "must haves" as they are super-duper fillers!
Well…thoughts?!?!? Please feel free to leave a comment and let me know how you like it! I can see so many different cards made from this formula…thinking of you and Birthday for sure! I think that this will be a card layout that I will use next month for the Breast Cancer Cards – the ladies will enjoy putting the layers together!
Are you as confused with the day of the week as I am? Wow, when a holiday hits everything gets all twisted around.
We are still having a great family time together making the most of everyday! Our 2,000 piece puzzle is slowly coming together and tonight is GAME NIGHT….I love playing games!
Feel free to email me if you have any questions and please remember to tell your family and friends about my Blog. I love what I do and I love inspiring you! You can hit the subscribe button and get a dose of Simple Stampin'…enjoy the day and until tomorrow!
Thanks Karen for your inspiration…I have this special card hanging in my work area!
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by Susan Itell | Dec 17, 2014 | Super Easy |
Happy Tuesday…that calendar is BUZZING by…are you ready? I am not but I am not stressing about it….I just keep thinking that there will be a elf that comes and sweeps me off my feet and everything will be done PRESTO….(it's fun to dream!)
As I shared with you yesterday, I am going to bring back some GREAT stamp sets that are in the annual catalog that I think need to make another appearance on my blog….WHY? – cause they are fun and keepers!
This is a hostess only set and these are always priced….WOWZERS!!! I will be blogging on Sunday about a new…..FABULOUS…."kit" from Stampin' Up! that will be available on January 6th that I know HANDS DOWN you'll love… and then you can have a class with me even if you live in Alaska or Florida….pop back on Sunday and you'll see why!
Here is the quick scoop on this card….this is a classic layout that can be easily adapted to so many sentiments we have!
- The card base is a Note Card Size….LOVE THEM!
- The white top piece is 3 1/4" X 4 3/4"
- Using the big shot and Labels Collection Framelits I cut the center out with # 3 and then made a ring with Daffodil Delight with #3 & #4 and adhered it with the green glue!
- Love my stamp a ma jig…I stamped the "Hello There" in the middle with Strawberry Slush
- Using lots of dimensionals, I placed the top part over the sentiment….(I love to see the dimension)
- Popping out several flowers from the itty bitty accents punch, the perfect touch….well – the pearl is the perfect touch!
- Now to the fun finale….the envelope! I changed it up a bit today and I liked it….see the below scoop in the picture!
This is a fun and different way to make the mailman smile….it made me smile and I hope that it did the same to you! I adore these paper stacks and there are (2) new ones coming out on January 6th, you'll love them and I will be offering a paper share so you can get a "taste" of them without having to buy the whole "kit and caboodle"
You know what today is….the unveiling of the weekly deals! Please click here to see what is being offered this week…my pick of favorites…..Birthday Surprise Stamp Set….great, practical set!
Enjoy the day and thanks for popping in….I know that this is a very busy time and I appreciate your time! Please feel free to email me if I can be of help!
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by Susan Itell | Dec 16, 2014 | Super Easy, Thank You |
With Christmas right around the corner I am going to be showcasing some of my favorite stamps that we have in the current Stampin' Up! line over the next several weeks. They will be new posts but I think that they are so darn special and practical, that they need to be front and center to bring this year to a close!
Also, I will be doing (2) blog posts on the Christmas Card Swap…the cut off was on Friday but I thought that I would wait for about 2 more days to blog about them in case someones was hung up in the mail! (I am super proud of myself, I have not opened one of them as I know myself way to well….if I did – I would get nothing done except admiring your work of inspiration!
Today's card is focusing on a single stamp called Vivid Vases! I love that we have many "single" stamp….why??? I think they are a great way to get started with stampin' and they are to me a great "secret weapon" as when in doubt….pull it out!
Coming out in the new Catalog, we will be having (4) new Blendabilities…..today I am showing you the soft sky….it is a beautiful blue and I paper pieced (3) of the vases with the Subtles Designer Series Paper stack. This is so simple to do – just stamp on the DSP and then "fussy cut" it out.
This is as simple as it gets and it is a great example of just keeping it clean works! You can change up the colors to get a totally different look and feel!
Here is a sneak peek of (2) of the Blendabilities….Soft Sky and Pink Pirouette….I am so glad that Stampin' Up! is coming out with softer, more pastel colors for Spring! With the new catalog, there are lots of new stamp sets that lend themselves to the blendabilities!
I realize that they are an investment, but most things in life that are worth it, are an investment. You can earn FREE Blendabilities as a "pick" for a freebie for Sale-a-bration reward (the ones that are in the catalog except the skin tones)!
The finale….the envelope. Carrying out the theme with the DSP on the vases seemed to be a perfect touch!Let's talk about the sentiment….it is from another favorite of mine, Lot's of Thanks Stamp Set. This is filled with perfect setiment fit for sooooo many cards!
I hope that this post brought back some memories of this great stamp. I think that when a new catalog comes out, the blogs are all filled up with the same stamp….and then it kind of gets "put away" It is my goal to remind you to use the many "keepers" that we have! This is a keeper in my eyes.
Feel free to email me and/or leave me a comment.I know that we are all getting super busy with the season../but I hope these flowers "brightened your day"
Until tomorrow….
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Did you notice that I embossed the front and back cover! See in the picture below how I did it! I was super happy that you are able to match up the dots so there really was no line from where one embossing started and stopped! Just a simple fun touch that dresses up the cover!
