by Susan Itell | Jun 22, 2014 | Super Easy |
Happy Sunday to everyone and if you are popping onto my blog from visiting my dear friend & fearless leader, Mary Fish…welcome and here is a super simple "hello" to you!
Just over 2 years ago I made the best decision to become a SUD and have Mary Fish be my mentor. Not only do I feel blessed to be a part of such a dynamic group (the PALS) but I have built friendships, developed my paper crafting style and continue to learn and be inspired and I thank you for popping by today!
I am a very clean and simple gal…I like to make cards that are practical and duplicatable. I am a firm believer that when you have a card that you love and it simply "works" for you….do it over and over but make some color changes…perhaps a different stamp – I look at it as it is a "formula"!
For this card you could easily change up the sentiment, change the color of the card stock and the colors that I stamped the flower in…truly the sky is the limit – you will have a totally different look and it will be a great work art that YOU made from your heart!
Let's get going…this is really sooooo simple you really do not need me…
- The base is the Whisper White Notecard and Envelope…(a must have…click here to my post of favorite things that are under $10.00) and then the white piece is just 1/4" smaller - 3 1/4" X 4 3/4".
- The flower is from the single stamp, Bloom for you….another must have (I posted before that I adore the fact with this new catalog that we have many affordable single stamps that carry a BIG STATEMENT, this is a great example)
- The colors I used today were from the In Color Collection, Strawberry Slush, Baked Brown Sugar and Coastal Cabana.
- Stampin' Up has "hands down" – THE BEST PUNCHES on the market and wowzers, they make life so darn tootin' easy for us. The punches I used that coordinate with the flower are: Fun Flower, 1/2" circle and the 7/8" scalloped circle punches
- Let's talk about this sentiment…..adorable…right? This came from the "Hi There" stamp set and it too is super affordable…don't you love the 4 sentiments….these circle ones would be adorable on a 3 X 3 card! I simply stamped the "hello" on the lower part of the card so my flower would be balanced! Using Baked Brown Sugar…a quick and simple stamp is all that is needed!
- Now to the fun and "not so typical Susan part"…the loops and wisps of the Bakers Twine! I have seen many trends in doing this, especially with the linen thread so I thought – what the heck…why not give it a whirl!
As you can see in the picture below I simply used a couple of glue dots and then randomly placed the bakers twine.
TIP: – you could use my favorite green glue (again on my great SU products under $10.00) but I was not patient enough and felt the dots would do the trick! This is a great way to use up scraps and after you get the flower on the card, you can snip away the twine to the length you want!
- I did place some stampin' vitamins under some of the petals and then also placed them over the whole white piece….advice: do not skimp on Stampin' Dimensionals – they are so darn affordable and there is nothing more sad than a sagging card…too many times people just put them in the corners but remember, the center is super important as well!
- It wouldn't be a "Susan" card without a fun envelope! Envelopes just make me happy and make me smile as my Mom always adored beautiful envelopes – I get that from her…always line the evelope…it is so easy to do and it is a nice thing to do for your mailman….he'll smile too!
For those of you that do not have a Big Shot or the Envelope Liner Framelits, I wanted to share with you a simple way to make an envelope come to life! Simply put your adhesive around the edges…place a piece of decorative ot solid paper that is larger over top..and simply snip away! PRESTO – a perfect outer lined envelope!
QUESTION??? – (Now if you do not have the Big Shot…I ask WHY? I know that it is an investment but it is one that you will never, ever regret – and you can get it at 50% off with hostess rewards!!!)
Did you notice the front of the envelope? This is another thing I love to do…a simple stamp on the front and then add my "trio dots" makes me happy! Try it – it is fun and it becomes addictive!
Well as the saying goes….."That's all folks" I hope that you have enjoyed my post and I have inspired you to keep it simple! Please feel free to email me if I can answer any questions for you!
This is the card that I will be sending to all of the people that are taking advantage of my Ribbon and DSP Stack Paper Swatch…click here to see that post. I always love "tucking in something special" as my thanks!
I thank YOU for stopping by and I thank Mary for allowing me the opportunity to share my work with you! I have been guided by the best and I am always thrilled to be a guest stamper.
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Have a wonderful Sunday and until tomorrow!
by Susan Itell | Jun 21, 2014 | Product Shares |
I know that many of you enjoyed the ribbon share that I offered several weeks ago and I still receive emails asking if I am going to do another! YES…and here you go! Below you will see the scoop and I am also offering a product that I am soooooo passionate about…the Designer Series Paper Stacks!
You know that I adore the DSP Paper Stacks and the main reason I find them so handy is – you never have to think….as they come in every color collections and I just love them for lining envelopes!
Besides the DSP Stack Swatches, I am offering something that I am totally passionate about – swatch rings with all of our paper in one handy place!
I have shared before that years ago I was a Creative Memories Consultant and I used to make swatches like this and they were always a HUGE HIT! My cusomers loved them and I thought…I should do it for our great papers!
This handy ring of paper is also perfect if you are a demonstrator and want to show the variety of paper we have in the various color families - also…it is great just to have by your work area when you are trying to figure out a color scheme and do not want to have a bunch of paper all over!
Each piece of paper will have a label on the back with the color name and collection it is from. Did you notice, I used our fun punch to give the ends a nice scalloped look. The swatches are 2" x 5"
I am a HUGE believer in the Color Coach and I do use it regularly and strongly suggest that you have it is your stack of tools….BUT…there is nothing like having the "actual swatches of paper" in your hands!
The way I put these together it that you can easily "un-lock" the ring….pull out colors to see if you like them while you are creating….and the rest is history!
Well my friends…here you go….ribbon 1st and then the offerings for the Designer Series Paper Stacks! If you are interested in any of these offerings, please email me and put in the subject line RIBBON & PAPER SHARE….so it is easy for me to group them together!
Once I receive enough orders for a share, I will email you a Pay Pal Invoice. I am planning to order on Wednesday, June 25th as I will have my order sent 2nd day (getting it on Friday) so I have the weekend to work on the "labor part" for you!
I hope that if you oudered ribbon from me before, you can share in a comment the way I packaged and shipped it….I am very, VERY "type A" so getting it to you in perfect shape is TOP PRIORITY for me!
BUNDLE #1
#1 – O.k. folks….are you ready for this ribbon….it is BEAUTIFUL! It was the BIGGEST surprise to me when I saw it – the texture and the colors are WOWZERS…it ties beautifully and lays so nice and flat – a must have…just gorgeous!
This bundle is $7.00 and you will get 2 1/2 yards of ribbon.
- Gold, Silver, Very Vanilla and Whisper White – 10 yards in total
BUNDLE #2
#2 – I am sooo darn tootin' excited that there are so many new bakers twine colors available!
This bundle is $5.00 and you will get 5 yards of the 7 new colors!
- Basic Black, Basic Gray, Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Crushed Curry, Old Olive, Tangerine Tango – 35 yards in total
BUNDLE #3
#3 – Love this ribbon….why???? it is so darn easy to use… (makes perfect "Susan knots") …there are 7 new colors…you'll be happy – the intensity of the colors are amazing.
This bundle is $14.00 and you will get (7) 2 1/2 yards of each color!
- Calypso Coral, Early Espresso, Night of Navy, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White (YEAH – FINALLY), Wild Wasabi, Wisteria Wonder – 17 1/2 yards in total
BUNDLE #4
#4 – Ok…..DRUM-ROLL…DRUM-ROLL….I am doing the BIG happy dance with this one…this is the NEW ribbon that is going to make all of us smile….it will be a breeze to tie….(even for me!) This was by far the most populr ribbon in the 1st ribbon share!
This comes in 12 colors and you will get 2 1/2 yards of each color! This bundle is $20.00! Woot-woot!
- Blushing Bride, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Island Indigo, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Rich Razzleberry and Whisper White! 30 yards in total
BUNDLE #5
#5 – This is GREAT – (not that we should wish for more that SU has already given us but…) I wish they had this in more colors, it is a dream to work with! This comes in the 2013-2015 In Colors!
You will get 5 yards of each color and bundle is $6.00.
- Baked Brown Sugar, Coastal Cabana, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pistachio Pudding and Strawberry Slush – 20 yards in total
BUNDLE #6
#6 – This is not new ribbon….but there are 3 new colors!
You will receive 2 1/2 yards of each new color for $5.00
- Crushed Curry, Smoky Slate and Soft Sky – 7 1/2 yards in total
BUNDLE #7
#7 – Can you say WOWZERS! This ribbon makes a bold statement and is a perfect accent "flat" on a card ot makes a beautiful package! This was another "sleeper to me" – it is beautiful!
You will receive 2 1/2 yards of each color…(5) in total for $12.00
- Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake and Crushed Curry – 12 1/2 yards in total
BUNDLE #8
#8 – Here is another that I have been able to play with over the past weeks! This is a cinch to tie and is soooo soft! These are the NEW in colors that are wonderful!
You will receive 2 1/2 yards for $12.00!
Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow and Tangelo Twist – 12 1/2 yards in total
DESIGNER SERIES PAPER OFFERINGS:
The Designer Series Paper Stack Swatch Books are available in ALL collections. These are PERFECT if you are already a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator to show your customers what these stacks are about. I have found that people are "sticker shocked" with the collections, but to me – I would NEVER be without them…they are life-safers and no-brainers to me! Love…love…LOVE them!
PAPER OPTION #1 – $5.00 each….(5 offerings)
$5.00 for each collection (buy 4 color collections get one FREE)
Remember, these papers have prints on both sides…this way you will be able to determine what pattern and color choice looks the best with the project you are working on!
- Brights
- Neutrals
- Subtles
- Regals
- In Color
I list the colors (in the right order) for you! I feel like I am very organized…but I will say that as I use these stacks and they get "all dis-organized", I get sometimes confused with colors….does this sound familiar!
PAPER OPTION #2 – $8.00
(all of the SOLID papers on 1 ring…woot-woot)
PAPER OPTION #3 (all color collections)
(a 6" X 6" piece of DSP)
$3.50 for each collection (buy 4 color collections get one FREE)
- Brights
- Neutrals
- Subtles
- Regals
- In Color
Please email me with your order and remember to put in the Subject Line – RIBBON & PAPER SHARE
SHIPPING:
Order 1 -3 offerings - $ 4.95
Order 4 – 6 offerings – $ 6.95
Anything over 7 offerings…..FREE – shipping if on me!
When you receive your order from me you will also receive a super cute card with new products from the catalog! I did this the last ribbon share and people really enjoyed getting a card…my thanks to you!
Please include the following information in your email:
1. Full Name
2. Mailing Address (United States addresses only)
3. Which share(s) you would like to reserve (please be careful with the paper and list the exact color collections you want….but best tip….do the buy 4 and you will get the 5th free!!!!)
4. Email for Paypal invoicing
(*) I use Paypal for all my billing needs. However, a paypal account is not required to make your payment. Just an email address and credit/debit card is all you need. When you receive my paypal invoice, you can choose to pay using your paypal account funds or by credit/debit card.
Just follow their SUPER EASY instructions to make your payment via the method that is most convenient for you.
Enjoy the day….
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!
by Susan Itell | Jun 19, 2014 | Uncategorized |
It's Thursday and it is Team #1 turn to take their creativity to the max and try this great sketch from the PALS very own incredible designer, Margaret Moody. I have been doing a sketch challenges / encouragement on Mondays and I hope that you will try this sketch today!
Please email me if you need help uploading it to the PPA Website! There are so many of you that do such amamzing work and I am proud of you that you love the Make in Mine Mondays…so how about playing with this challenge.
Let's go…I must say, I adore the color scheme that I used. The yellow is So Saffron and I was going to mat it on white as I figured that I would use a white envelope….but once I was pulling it together, I did not like it and decided to stick with the So Saffron and make my own envelope!
- The base is a regular A-2 card size and then I cut another piece a smidge smaller and then scored it every 1/4" to give the base some texture! When doing a technique like this, I prefer the Simply Scored Tool over the Stampin' Trimmer….why? I just think you get a deeper impression in the paper…just a personal preference for me.
These gems of paper stacks might be smaller…but WOWZERS – they carry a BIG punch! The colors and patterens are just wonderful and the best thing is that they are a perfect size for lining envelopes, covering the front of an A-2 card, using punches and framelits…endless options and the price is just $6.95!
You can see by the above picture that I simply cut a strip of the amazing paper and vertically placed it on the card before doing the stamping and banner effect! Are you wondering where this stamp came from…it is from the new stamp set, Fabulous Four and I "masked the lower sentiment" before I stamped the word "celebrate"!
The simple touch of the flower from the Itty Bity Accents Punch Pack was the perfect finale! The envelope was lined with the same paper and wouldn't you like to receive this card! Remember, it's super easy to make your own envelopes with the envelope punch board! (who ever created this I would bake a batch of cookies for to say thank-you!!!)
I had a little piece of this DSP left over and thought, what the heck – let's make the mailman smile! I adhered this to the front of the envelope and I am asked many times about if it gets torn in the mail….nope! – I do ask the post master to hand stamp it so it does not go thru the machine….works like a charm every time!
So how about playing along with the Pals this week!?!?! Please go to the website and see all of the inspiration there is with the teams take on the sketch! Again, I am super proud of those that have been trying the Monday challenges and I know YOU can do this one….very straight forward!
Please email me and I will be happy to help you upload your master-piece! I have a busy day ahead but I want to thank you for all of the great email and comments about my dear Daisy-Mae….she was only going to the vets for a yearly check-up….now worries – she a good and healthy piggie! (I told her that she had fans)
When John and I got home from work and check the answering machine…John's face was priceless as the Vet called to make sure that Daisey was doing well after her vaccinations!!!! PRICELESS!!!
Have a fabulous day and until tomorrow!
