by Susan Itell | Jan 9, 2016 | Uncategorized |
It is the weekend already and I am finally feeling like I can remember what day it is…(the darn and wonderful holiday) threw me all out of whack! As you know to me….Life is an adventure and this weekend is no different. I am super blessed to have 15 amazing women be together to celebrate a dear friends 50th birthday!
As we all know that it is so hard to get a group like this together with crazy schedules of work….being a Mom….etc….so I am super excited to be away with some AMAZING women…..I have limited or no internet so if you email me and I do not get back to you right away, chances are “the mountains got me”! Enough about me – lets get to the post for today.
I decided to go with this look this weekend as many of you struggle with masculine cards ideas. This card by any means does not necessarily have to be for a guy….it could be for anyone – that’s what makes it so fun and versatile!
This weekend we are working with the Going Global Stamp Set from the new catalog and I was going to use the super great Going Places DSP Stack (as it coordinates great) but I decided to go with the Go Wild DSP Stack from the annual catalog. WHY???? – Easy, I want to share with you that we have many, many products on our shelves that can work with the “new kids on the block”
I know that it is super tempting to get the newbies….but then again, I know than many of you are super practical and like using items up. (WAY TO GO – you are my hero) – as that is a FABULOUS trait to have!
Another thing that I know is a struggle for many of you is to use a DSP as a focal point to your card! I think that you can see that this print is fun yet subtle in its own way so having it in the back and letting the stamped image and sentiment just works!
I followed the colors that are in the DSP….Tip Top Taupe and Black. The black matting makes the POP happen to the DSP and also off setting on an angle creates interest, Try that simple trick – you will like it!
The 2″ Circle Punch is a cinch to pop out the stamped image and then I simply popped out 2 more circles and off set them as well to create some interest before popping it up with dimensionals.
CONFESSIONS OF AN HONEST STAMPER……when I stamped the sentiment I had a boo-boo….time was not o my side to do a redo so I thought, hmmmmm…..what can I do – PERFECT ~ a candy dot to cover up my mistake! After all, we are all human and make mistakes!
The finally, a beautiful envelope – you no me….not one card without a finishing touch that does make a difference. I know that it takes a bit more time but trust me, it is worth it and you will definitely make someones day!
I am sure that we all have many people that we could send this simple card to as I know that we are all blessed to have many people in our lives that DO MEAN THE WORLD TO US!
I am so happy that the new catalog is being well received! I am telling you…..you will need to go through it many, many times as there is just so much to take in! When I return home on Sunday I am excited to read your comments from yesterdays post….I have something fun for you on Monday!
Enjoy the day and I hope to see you back here tomorrow to see the “Stepped up version”
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by Susan Itell | Jan 8, 2016 | Uncategorized |
Good Morning…..this has been such a busy week and I really, REALLY felt the need to tuck in this post for you before the 10th o f the month and you will see why in a bit!
First, I am THRILLED that you all are LOVIN’ the new catalog and I so happy that you are snatching up some amazing FEEBIES from the Sale-A-Bration Catalog! I am sure that many of you are not going to leave me a post about Paper Pumpkin and that’s ok – I have big shoulders but how about some comments going on what is your favorite SAB FREEBIE item…..
I have a method to my madness (as they say) as based upon your favorites…..I can feel a Blog Candy coming at the beginning of next week so help me out – what is the favorite out there?
Now to today’s post…there is a sale on the Paper Pumpkin subscription for 3 month and YOU CAN GET A FREEBIE from the Sale`a`bration catalog! I love the fact that they have COME SUCH A LONG WAY with this program and if you sign up today for the 3 month subscription you will get this months kits (which I would bet it will have something to do with Valentines)…now I do not know this but it is a hunch – and if it is anything like last years….it will be super cute!
With Valentines being such a super short window, I like a tiny dose of it – this is why I think that a Paper Pumpkin is the way to go – again, I do not know that it will be a Valentines theme, but chances are – it will be!
What comes in a kit?
- A stamp set
- An ink spot (love these little gems)
- The makings to complete the kit
- The opportunity for you to purchase past kits
What happens if this is not for you?
- SIMPLE – cancel it….no worries,,
I you were a Paper Pumpkin Member before, can you come back?
Why is the 10th of the Month an important date?
- That is the cut off date for joining for that specific month…..so do it now so you can get the NEW ONE!!!!
So that’s it – super easy, super do able and trust me, I know that there are many of you out there that love Kits as you buy them from me every month! You can click here and sing up…..then PICK A FREEBIE!!!!
Please leave me a comment about you favorite SAB item….(it will help me) and then click here to sign up for Paper Pumpkin….you will not regret it –
SIMPLE-FUN-DONE!
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by Susan Itell | Jan 7, 2016 | Baby |
It feels like it has been a long time since we have had a PPA challenge…actually since last year (ha-ha!!!!!) – I do hope that you pop over to the site and not only PLAY but see that we have made some changes….I know, I know….lots of changes lately but these changes are GREAT ONES!
I want to give a big SHOUT OUT to Nicole and Brian Watt for helping the PALS with their endless talent and expertise as they have spent a bunch of time with the PPA Site….I wish that my brain could absorb a teeny tiny bit of what they can do…..amazing…and the PALS are thankful!
Today is a sketch challenge and the design came from the super talented Mary Fish! This is a sketch that you can do over and over with all sorts of papers, stamps. Please remember that when you see a “keeper” sketch like this….either create a folder on your computer to save it or get a spiral notebook in your craft area and do a quick sketch for the future! I do this all of the time as I say, “Why reinvent the wheel?”
I am trying to “BE PREPARED” as there is a Mom to Be at the barn and I know that she is having a girl. Hannah and I saw here on Sunday and she said that she was due any-day….so you know me – I better GET ON IT! I was excited as I have been itchin’ to use this stamp set
Don’t you just love this DSP? It is from the Birthday Bouquet Collection. Just think, it would be perfect naturally for a birthday, a baby card, Easter…it’s a keeper, actually the whole paper pack is a keeper.
I have not used Wild Wasabi Color for a long time so I just adore pink and greens together and thought I would give it some time front and center! What color of paper to you find that you do not use often? If you are like me, you go through waves of using a certain color a bunch and then switch up!
I could not resist adding a simple Bakers Twine Bow to the top…my favorite is to use 2 or 3 strands of twine to make the bow and a glue dot always does the tick each and every time!
To create a little special depth and interest I used an embossing folder…..this decorative dots is one of my all time favorites as dots always make me smile and be happy! This seems to be another thing that I go n waves with using, embossing folders! I decide to move them closer to my Big Shot so it will remind me to use them. It is amazing with how a simple embossing folder can add a special touch!
The liner is also from the same Birthday Bouquet DSP Stack…this confetti screams happy times and there is nothing happier than a new baby! This is their 1st child and all of the Mom’s are super excited to have a “little one” as there are no babies…..poor Liz, she has been hearing from many of us and I texted her yesterday morning to see how she was etc….and dear Hannah looked at me and said, “Mom, you need to stop this….Liz does have a Mom and all of you and your friends have to calm down” – there is nothing like a new baby!
Cute – fun – DONE! Now to wait for the baby to come! This is a fun set and I think that we are all going to be amazed with the ideas that you can make with this stamp set. Hannah used to have a pony named Nemo…and when I saw this stamp set, I knew that it would be coming to Randall Lane!
I am thrilled that you all are lovin’ the new catalog,…it is super fun and I think all of our heads are spinning with ideas! I am an e,mail away and I hope that this sweet card brought a smile to your face!
Until tomorrow…..
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by Susan Itell | Jan 6, 2016 | Card Swaps, Sale-A-Bration |
Good Morning or should I say “bonjour”! I blogged about the Hello Stamp Set that can be yours free with a $50.00 order during celebration and you can click here to see that post and I said that I would share with you the French version….so “bonjour” to my wonderful blog followers!
I ask you…do you think that you know the catalog yet? It is very exciting to see and flip through….and then go back and flip through and then call a friend and say….turn to page xxxx….now go to page xxxx – I just love this time of the year!
Today’s card is using actually (2) of the Sale-A-Bration items….
- The DSP – Wildflower Fields on page #12 in the Sale`A`Bration Catalog but do you see what I did? – It is just a black and white print but I carried the color scheme on the card to the DSP with coloring in some of the circles in Pink Pirouette. a FUN touch!
- The “Hello” Stamp Set, page#19 in the French version…..if you which to have the French version (I think that it is fun, here is the item #141270) I simply stamped it and then did a super quick fussy cut to pop it up…..I used the new black ink that is a must have for your stash! It always gives such a clean and crisp stamp! **** Do not wait to get this stamp set as it is one of the items that are only available until February 15th****
Now to the real fun of this card and trust me, it was SUPER HARD to capture on a camera so you will have to trust me on this one! I went over it witht he Wink of Stella Pen to give it a wonderful yet sophisticated shimmer that says WOW when you hold it in your hand. This pen can be yours free from me with a $75.00 + purchase from me this month! This is going to be a hot item and it is fun, different, easy to use and produces a WOW!
Hopefully you can see the subtle shimmer that is on the black especially – it is a very classic and fun look! The die cuts are from the Botanical Gardens Suite. This is another keeper and not only the stamp set is very user friendly, I just adore a die cut collection like this as it is soooooo easy to “tuck” here and there, just like I did today with this clean and fun card! Stampin’ Up! is getting so darn smart to have these goodies grouped into a “suite” so you can see everything in one place.
When I say that I “tuck” here and there….it is just that – I let the focal part of the card be the FUN sentiment and then let the rest fall into place….it truly is as simple as that. Trust me on this one….we over think things too much – just go with the flow and STOP….remember…
“less is best is always a good friend to have”!
I know that I shared with you that that I love odd size cards….well this is one of them – it is a 3 1/2″ X 6″ card! I simply followed the instructions on the envelope punch board and PRESTO – a perfect envelope for a super fun card!
You know me…I like to make cards for a “specific someone”…and this gem will find its way to North Carolina to my dear friend. Hannah’s roommate is a French Major so I have ordered her this stamp set….I know that she will get a kick out of it!
I know that there is soooo much to take in between the NEW OCCASIONS CATALOG and also being in HIGH GEAR with Sale-A-Bration…..that I am sure you are like me – on overload with excitement! Please feel free to email me if you need anything – TRUST ME….I will be home all day working on product shares! I thank you for purchasing them and I want to get your goodies to you!
Please do not forget or overlook, this is a super exciting and easy time to get an instant 20% discount from your very first order. During SAB you can hand pick your starter kit – put YOUR PICK of $155.00 of goodies and only pay $99.00 – it is really that easy….FREE SHIPPING and I adore and welcome with excitement hobbyist and my customers that want a deal – as I am the 1st one that LOVES a deal ! 🙂
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