by Susan Itell | Feb 15, 2015 | Embossing Folders, Super Easy, Thank You, Things you just have to buy! |
Yesterday I blogged about the super cute and easy card that I think is just adorable! My inspiration came from the Stampin' Success Magazine that Demonstrators receive. Please click here to see that post and today we are going to go through the "Stepped Up" version!
The reason I am doing this is to share with you how you can take some other products that we have and simply "step it up" I must say, I like both of them. Please remember, do what works for you. It takes a bunch of "trials and errors" to develop a style that works for YOU.
I am sure that you do the exact same thing that I do…that is have fun looking at Pinterest, watching You Tube Videos etc…and there are cards and projects that make you get sooooo darn excited, only for you to go to the effort to attempt to make them to find out that "they just weren't worth it" as it wasn't your style!
When I first started card making I tried all different styles and the happiest I am is with Clean and Simple….that makes me roll and I love to help you reach your goals!
Let's get going – I will share with you the changes I did…they are very simple!
- I looked at the Something Borrowed DSP that I used yesterday and the pattern reminded me of the Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder so out it came! The piece is in Sahara Sand and it is 4 3/4" X 3 1/4". I used the corner Rounder before I ran it through the Big Shot.
- The white piece is 3 1/4" X 2 3/4" and then matted with Pistachio Pudding just a "smidge larger" – 3 3/8" X 2 7/8". I also corer rounded them.
- The stamping was just like yesterday and before I POPPED this up I added the simple yet effective piece of Thick Bakers Twine…just a quick and easy touch!
- Now for the part that always makes smile – the envelopes….you know I sure do love my envelopes! Today I took a scrap Sahara Sand and embossed it, just trying to get the focal row of the image. I then took a 1/2" strip of the DSP and placed it on above and below….and after adhering it – a quick snip! LOVE IT! (well, I probably should have made the DSO a bit narrower to make it balanced….but there is always a next time!)
Well…thoughts!?!? I truly like both of my versions…it's all about time! Remember, break your projects down and do it in steps so you are not overwhelmed! This would be a great card to make BUNCHES of in all different colors and different DSP's (if you choice todays post)
Please feel free to leave me a comment and let me know how you like today's post! I am an email away if you need help or guidance!
Our dinner was FABULOUS last night….it is wonderful to have James home as he is my helper in the kitchen….he took after me in lovin' to cook – I told you he was a catch!
Lot's of fun posts ahead this week….I hope that you will pop back!
Stampin' hugs! Until tomorrow!
p.s. – James helped me set up an Instagram Account…click here to follow…
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by Susan Itell | Feb 2, 2015 | Birthday, Embossing Folders, Things you just have to buy! |
"I'm singing that song"…."I'm so happy…happy…happy" but this card was from one of my dear friends 50th Birthday! I just LOVE these sentiments and as I blogged yesterday….these are the "keepers of all keepers" and I highly recommend you purchase this as a bundle! It is called Crazy About You and I am crazy about it!
Remember, when you purchase things as a bundle, you will save an instant 15%. This stamp set is an array of fabulous sentiments that will surely fit many cards that you make but to me – I just adore these simple words…
Todays card is another 5" square card and I used the "happy" that was left over from my Thank You card yesterday….but do you see what I did? I embossed the lower part of the white with the Zig Zag Embossing folder (Remember its on sale just through tonight) This gives is a fun textured effect for the "happy" to sit on!
Another great and new addition and it also is a bundle called Celebrate Today….it is another keeper as this just makes you "happy" when you see it!
After cutting the balloon out I stamped it with the same color, Rose Red with the polka dot stamp. You know that I adore polka dots….so I just could not resist! I inked up with blushing bride and carefully stamped to creat a fun pattern.
I made a couple of "boo-boo's" but no worries – a quick heart from the itty bitty accents punch covered anything that I did not want seen…..
I love the fact the the balloon framelit has that great end to it – the perfect place to tie a piece of bakers twine…I have been in a "kick" with Bakers Twine…it truly is the best bang for your buck!
Isn't this just fun! I was tickled with this card and I think that I am going to make up more (like I blogged about yesterday in doing it in steps)…therefore I will have a great "stash" ready to go!
I probably should have used the same embossing folder for the back flap but again, I love my dots and this too is on sale – just through tonight! Click here to see the weekly deals…..
You know that the moral of this bundle stories is….you should click here and build your own starter kit….why? – you can get $125.00 worth of ANY product and only pay $99.00 – it ships for free and you can be done…or place an order and get a 1 time 30% discount….please feel free to email me and we can talk!
You can be like me…a "Silent Demonstrator" as I did not tell a soul except John and Mary (of course)…I say why not ?- there truly is nothing to loose and the best part is – you will save money!
Let's have a great week…..until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Oct 1, 2014 | Things you just have to buy! |
O.k -there is so much going on today, I simply can't take it all in!
This will be my 1st of 2 post for you today! WHY????? Where do I begin…let's start with this Stamp, Stock and Save that Stampin' Up! is offering from today, October 1st just through October 6th!
This Sunday is World Card Making Day and Stampin' Up! is simply being the BEST in offering some good old basics at a discounted price! I think we all can say WOOT-WOOT to this! (I personally am going to stock up on paper and envelopes….you can never have too many of these basics)
There are also a selected group of stamps, paper, adhesives, ink pads etc…..
Please read to the end of this post as I have an incentive to offer to you!
Click this link and you will see all of the goodies that are being offered! It's a lot to take in so grab a big cup of coffee…and a pad of paper and a pen! This is in perfect time for the holidays when we are going through lots of product!
You know that I am basic, and simple works for me, this is why I adore this offering! There are great basics and standard "go-to's" that we all use…so why not take advantage of the sale!
Do you remember when I have had my ribbon and paper shares that I offered all of the papers that Stampin' Up! has on a "swatch ring"…this has been a great tool that many have enjoyed!
If you purchase any (4) of the paper being offered, I will send you a paper swatch that has all collections on one handy ring. Each swatch is our actual cardstock and it tells you the color and the color family it is from! You will adore it! Click here to my online store to take advantage of this sale!
I know that many of you are just starting out with Stampin' Up! and can find it to be overwhelming and this is why I adore this sale! You can click here and it will take you to the Stamp, Stock $ Save section!
Being able to purchase the colors families in this way is THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK as this way you will be getting each color we have and then YOU can make the decision if you want to order bigger packs of single colors…(Hopefully this makes sense) – if not, please email me!
Now to the next exciting news….have you been thinking about joining Stampin' Up! to support your habit and get goodies at a discount each and everyday….or perhaps you were a Demonstrator and want to come back for fun!?!?!?
Now say this 3 times….
Pick a Pack of Paper and become a PAL….
Starting today and until the end of October, if you "Take a Test Drive" with Stampin' Up!, you will earn a Free Designer Series Paper Packs for the next 6 months! Click here to get started!
Each month you will be able to choose which DSP you want! ($10.95 X 6….woot-woot – that it just about the starter kit!)
You can customize your started kit however your little heart desires… (pick $125.00 worth of product and you just pay $99.00 and it ships for FREE!)…you pick what YOU want!….make this an early Chrismas gift to you!
Your 1st order that you place with Stampin' Up you can take advantage of a one time 30% discount! (If you want to do this and be done….that is your choice but you do not need to make a decicsion to order again until April of 2015!)….yikes that is after Easter!!!
I have shared with you that I have been involved with direct sales in the past but Stampin' Up! is the best as there truly is no strings attached…YOU order what YOU want….WHEN you want to!
Being married to an account, John LOVES the fact that Stampin' Up! does not allow us to stock inventory…therefore you are purchasing just want you want and not having product that is not being used!
You will never look back and the best thing is…if you want to "Park your Car"….that is just fine!
I know that there are many of you that just love our products and I truly want you to know that I think being a "hobbyist" is just wonderful…please reach out to me if you want to talk!
I just want you to make cards & projects and feel great about yourself!
WOW…..I will be sending another post today as today is the 1st day to order the October Stamp of the Month kit….please check it out and get ready for another month of inspiration!
Thanks for being YOU and I hope that YOU are as excited about these offereings as I am!
Until later this morning!
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by Susan Itell | Sep 26, 2014 | Super Easy, Things you just have to buy! |
How many times have you gone through the catalog???
If you are like me, I would say a ca-zillion! Sometimes I am waiting to hear John say…"Don't you know you know that catalog back and forth by now?" Well, I have a confession…I thought that these Kraft Grid Journals were…well I am being nice…not one of my favorites!
TIP ALERT – I am just adding this to the post as I have received many emails about the embossing. YES – you can emboss it with any of or embossing folders but you have to do each side at a time. When you "crank it through", you will feel where you have to stop because of the thickness…I have the tab open just like I would normally emboss! Please try it and let me know if you need help!
On my last order I purchased some as I thought I could do something fun for Breast Cancer. As we know October is a big month for Breast Cancer and I thought perhaps I could come up with something for an event I am helping with! (Jeanie and Sister Corda have made 150 teapots)…amazing – right!?!? ( I told you she is talented)
Well…what do you think? I am having so much fun making these…the ideas are endless as to what you could decorate the front! Look at your products that you have and I am sure that you will make a wonderful creation!
First, you need these gems…..so how about clicking here and get started! They come (2) in a package for $4.95 so you can see what a sweet and thought gift to give to someone!
Everyone can use paper to write notes on….thoughts….inspirations….and the holiday one – I thought that would be PERFECT to write down your holiday purchases you have made and need!
As I have posted before…I am not a "feather fan" but this is the 2nd post I have used them and my mind has changed! They truly are great "fillers" and I like the fact that you can use the bone folder to give them a slight curve for movement.
The feathers are from the Four Feathers Stamp Set (oops, I forgot to put it in the list at the end of the post)
The other star of this journal is the Chalk Talk and the matching framelit BUT the real woot-woot to these journals are the fact that you can take an embossing folder and run it through the big shot! On this one I used my "old faithful" Large Polka Dots.
Let's move onto this next little gem…I was sooooo happy with this one! There was no one at the house except the dogs and dear Daisey-Mae…and they did not seem to feel the excitment I was!
I just think that this is not only adorable, but it is so darn tootin' practical. This will slip right into your pocketbook…the glove box in your card….it is just so useful and I feel bad that I never paid attention to it before!
Do you see different sizes of trees? Please pop back on Sunday and I will have 2 different cards for you that will make you want that stamp set and punch even more! I used the Tiny Triangles Embossing Folder for this gem!
You can see that I used many products to jazz these journals up but that is the beauty of them…use what you have…think out of the box…or email me and I will be happy to give you some ideas with a stamp set you would like to work with!
It is always great to have little gifts like these "ready to go" when you need something quick. This wuld also be great to jot a recipe down and give it with the goodie you made!
Many thanks for your time this morning! I hope you enjoy a great cup of coffee with me and I hope that you are inspired! I know that you have a ton of choices with so many amazing Stampin' Up! Demonstrators, but please know if you are not currently working with someone, I would be honored to help you!
Tomorrow is the fun post that I am going back to the "hamburger box"…it really is a fun product that is not only on sale this week but it is another product that we have that has so many uses!
Enjoy the day…we are "dog sitting" for the weekend the wonderful gal that helps us with our dogs when we go away. It will be great to have 5 dogs again. I still miss Murphy…he was a good boy but I know he is at right where he needs to be….(hopefully he is playing with Lucy!)
Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Jul 4, 2014 | Things you just have to buy! |
Happy 4th of July to all! It feels great to have a long weekend and I hope that you are able to do something fun and make lots of memories! This is the 3rd Friday that I am sharing with you….”Some of my Favorite Things” Please click here and here to see the previous posts I did!
The 1st 2 were of Stampin’ Up! products that I feel are a “must have” and they were all under $10.00! Today’s post will showcase products more “must have’s” but the price point is going up to $30.00!
I still have not included stamps…punches and framelits etc….but there will always be another Friday so please continue to pop back! These are in no particular order…they are just goodies that I simply think are a necessity to have to make our “habit easier and run smoother”
I still swear by this…(It’s like having that “little back dress in your closet”)
“If you have the right tools…you will be happy….as having the right tools to do the job makes the whole process go soooo much smoother”
Let’s get going…please feel free to leave me a message and let me know if you agree with my choices today! You all are my best form of advertising and I thank you for being so loyal!
- Envelope Punch Board (page 194) – I simply cannot believe that this gem is just $19.95 – a MUST have so you can make any size of envelope you want! This makes a great and affordable gift…and just think how someone would adore this!
2. Simply Scored Scoring Tool – (page 214) – I always use this for 3 D projects and when making "DEEP" scores on my card fronts!
3. Color Coach (page 172) – The perfect tool when you need inspiration and/or haveing a mental block on what colors to put together! I use it weekly – love it!
4. Heat Tool (page 213) – The notes below say it all – wow what a difference!
5. – DSP Paper Stacks (page 180+) You know how I feel about these…this is exactly why I offered a paper swatch for these… I use them ALL THE TIME and are PERFECT for lining envelopes….1 sheet will line 8 envelopes!!!! The best thing is that they come in ALL color families!
6. Clear Block Storage (page 234) – Being organized make your life easier! "I rest my case"
7. Stampin Scrub (page 235) – Love…love ….LOVE – I must have. Our stamps work sooo hard for use – we need to take care of them!
8. Stamp-a-ma-jig – (page 235) – I know that this is always a "Love/Hate" relationship with this tool…but I LOVE it and I stand behind it…please email me if you need help with it!
9. Craft Scissors – (page 215) The best indulgence I did for myself!
10. Stampin Trimmer (page 216) – A no brainer….just make sure that you buy extra blades as you will use this ALL THE TIME! Wouldn't make a card without it!
Well…that's it!!! How did you like my picks – do you agree????
I just love how SU makes it so easy to be creative with such simple and useful tools…..and the BEST thing is that you can shop right from your home…in your jammies!
Have a fabulous holiday and thanks for spending a part of you day with me! Until tomorrow….it is Simple Saturday and you will be smiling!
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by Susan Itell | Jun 20, 2014 | Things you just have to buy!, Tips and Tricks!!! |
Woot-Woot – it's Friday! I am oober happy as it has been a tough week at work and guess what…in my dear little town, Bill Cosby is coming on Saturday! I am excited to see this amazing man and I look forward to getting more smile lines of laughter on my face!
Today is a post that is different for me…but one that I stand behind completely!
I am going to share with you 10 products that are under $10.00 that I simply would not be without! It's funny – there are actually more than 10 but I am just going to give you 10 and…..
There are no Stamps Sets in this….
(you know I adore many of the single stamps….but that is not for today!)
I will also let you know that these are not in any particular order…just me thinking of what I could not be without!
Remember….if you have the tools that make you shine and even if you are having a blizzard where you live…your projects will come out amazing….every-time…cause having the right tools will always result in a great finished project!
Please make sure that you look at the thump nails at the end…..you can click and add them into a shopping cart right from home in your jammies – now that's my kind of shopping!
#1 – Note Cards and Envelopes – O.k…guilty – you know I love these gems and now that there are (2) colors…it should be 2 but I am counting them as one! They come in Whisper White and Crumb Cake. $5.95
#2 – Moonlight and All Abloom Paper Stacks – o.k. – guilty again (sorry!!!!) here are 2 more but again, I am counting them as 1….these are THE BEST….not only are the color selections incredible – WOWZERS….so affordble! $6.95
#3 – Paper Snips – I simply do not know what I would do without these precious black scissors….they have been loved so much by all of my family….they each got their own for Christmas so they stop taking mine! $9.95
#4 – Stampin' Mist – I clean my stamps each and everytime I use them BUT (I do use the Stampin' Scrub but that is over $10.00 but hint-hint…you need it) $4.50
#5 – Stampin' Stylus – WHY???? I use this gem everytime to "push down" the centers of flowers – wow! #4.50
#6 – Bone Folder – Could not be without it….I love CLEAN & CRISP FOLDS….such a handy tool! $6.95
#7 – Stampin' Dimensionals – O.k. – how can you have a day without your Stampin' Dimensionals…it simply cannot happen….any Doctor will say that you need your daily Stampin' Vitamins! $3.95
#8 – Multi Purpose Liquid Glue – I call this the "green glue" and I will say it is the best – A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY…I can say that I never lift the tip off my project (that's how thin it can be) $3.95
#9 – Stampin' Pierce Mat – WHY???? This is GREAT to stamp on larger stamp images…(especially the photopolymer stamps)…PERFECT leverage! $4.95 ( I actually have 2 of these – 1 for stampin and the other for paper piercing….)
#10 – Silicone Craft Sheet – this is a "secret weapon" – LOVE IT……it is perfect to adhere things together and then let the adhesive "roll" off…this works for all of our adhesives! $5.95
I hope that you have has fun as I have had with today's post….I know it's different but it is important! We all know that when we have the "right tools" – life is easier….think about your kitchen….when you are in order...it works….think about doing laundry….when you have the right cleaners….it works!
This is the same about making projects….I hope that this has made you think and has also inspired you to make sure you have the tools in order!
You know what….???
There are only 10 days left to take advantage of picking up your rental car and being a hobbiest stamper with me and a whole bunch a great PALS!!!
If you are ready to pick up your Rental Car and go on the best drive with endless miles…then click here and get started! It is super easy to get the engine going or email me and I will call you!
Please pop back tomorrow….as I will be offering another Ribbon Share Offering and also a Paper Inspiration that I am so passionate about…..have a great day and…
Until tomorrow!
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