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Here is the sneak peak card I sent out in my newsletter yesterday, however I heard from some of you that you couldn't open it so I'm posting it here for you to see.
This card is one of the ten we'll be making on Saturday at my 10.10.20 stamp camp in Chantilly, VA. If you haven't signed up yet, I have a couple of spots left. Just let me know by tomorrow (Thursday) night so I have enough supplies ready for you. Just shoot me an email and I'll fit you in.
See ya there!
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Here is a card that I created using the patriotic Stampin Up stamp set "Courage". When I first saw it in the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog, I knew I would end up recreating it. The image just touches you. As a matter of fact, all of the military themed sets on that page are wonderful! A true tribute to the brave men and women who serve our country. We owe each and every one of them a huge thank you!
I tweeked the original card a bit by adding Dazzling Diamonds on the stripes of the flag and Crystal Effects on the goggles. Something I picked up from a friend of mine, Judy DiScipio. I created 2 cards. They are the same with the exception of the star brads. I used both sizes and think they both work.
All materials used are Stampin' Up!
Stamp Set: Courage #115330, $19.95, pg. 67
Cardstock: Confetti White, Kraft, Night of Navy, Real Red
Inks: Brocade Blue, Mellow Moss, Night of Navy, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Blush Blossom Craft Stampin’ Pad; Jet Black StazOn pad
Accessories: Brocade Blue 5/8" grosgrain ribbon; Star Brads; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter, Two Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds, Crystal Effects
Here's a closeup showing the Dazzling Diamonds and the Crystal Effects. They don't photograph too well, but hopefully, you get the idea.
And here they are side by side. I think both sizes of the Star Brads work. What do you think?
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Here's a card that I cased (copy & share everything) from the cover of the September issue of Stampin' Success. It was originally a journal and I loved the design so much, that I made it into a card. I used the stamp set Extreme Elements by Stampin Up. It's a great set that can be used as a background to many other stamps.
Here are the details:
All materials and images are Stampin' Up!
Stamp Sets: Extreme Elements #115181, $26.95, pg. 81; Hope Happens #113722, $19.95, pg. 141; Gallery #113776, $22.95, pg.127
Cardstock: Dusty Durango, Soft Suede, Bermuda Bay, Confetti Cream
Inks: Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay, Soft Suede
Accessories: Stampin Write Markers, Big Shot, Stampin Up Timeless Type Alphabet
*10.10.20 Stamp Camp on October 3 from 1:00-3:15 PM. Earlybird cost is $20 if you sign up by Sept. 29. Will be followed by the Spooktacular Stamp Camp at 3:30 PM
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Well, after going thru all of your comments, entries, sign ups & questions, we have a winner for my blog candy. It's Terri Donaldson! Woo hoo for you Terri!
Terri, please email me your info by Sept. 18th and I'll get your Stampin' Up! Happy Together Stamp Set and Ribbon spools in the mail.
Thanks for everyone for playing!
Now for my special offer for ALL of you!
Drumroll please.......
For all online orders of $50 or more, placed with me between today and Thursday, Sept. 17th, I'll enter you in a drawing for Stampin Up's "O Christmas Tree" die so you can create your very own pop up card! It's a great die and really is one heck of a show stopper! So shop away and good luck!
Until next time,
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For today's post on the Holilday Blog Tour, I just had to show you the pop up tree that you can create with our exclusive Stampin Up O Christmas Tree Pop-Up die. This one is a real show stopper!
While it may seem intimadating, it's actually very easy to do. Just follow the directions and away you go. I really like how our cardstock holds up for this. It's the perfect weight and doesn't get flimsy or bent.
This die is item #116822, sells for $42.95, and can be found on pg. 29. Now, during our current promotion, you can get it right now for only $10 when you host a workshop of $250 or more. How cool is that? Dates are filling fast, so schedule your workshop today!
Make sure to check back tomorrow for a really special offer from me.
Now for today's final 3 questions for the challenge. Remember, you can send in one each day or all 4 days together and you'll get a ticket for each correct answer. Details are at the top of this page (at least until the challenge ends and the winner announced.)
Ready, let's go!
1. What product is coming on Oct. 1 that will make creating layouts, cards, calendars, and digital products, just in time for the holidays?
2. Which product is instant decoration that sparkles once hung?
3. Which product can contain a yummy center for less that 25 cents?
Send your answers to me at StampsNWhatnot@aol.com
The winner will be posted tomorrow. Good luck!
Thanks for stopping by. See you tomorrow!
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First, let me begin this post by apologizing to you. I had issues with my computer today and thanks to my wonderful hubby, it's now back in working order. (Thanks Gary!) Let's get caught up on the RemARKable Holiday Blog Tour. My post this time is a Christmas card. When I first got the 2009-2010 Stampin Up Idea Book and Catalog, I preused it and fell in love with "Scenic Season". It's so beautiful and serene.
I've been vendoring at a crop since yesterday and I created this card last night. When I went to grab my markers to color the stamp to give it the color I wanted, I discovered that I had left my markers at the crop. So, after scratching my head, I came up with how I got the color just like I wanted.
I inked up the image with Handsome Hunter, avoiding the "Season's Greetings". I then got some cotton swabs (aka Q-Tips) moistened them with good old H2O, squeezed out the excess and then carefully removed the ink from the cardinal and snow.
I used a dauber to color the cardinal, and a blender pen to pick up Bordering Blue ink from my ink pad and colored the snow covered ground. Then I inked the salutation in Night of Navy. Of course, I had to put glitter on the ground, just for the fun of it.
The details: All product used is Stampin' Up!
Stamp Set: Scenic Season, #115354, $24.95, pg. 35
Ink: Handsome Hunter, Real Red, Bordering Blue, Night of Navy
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Bordering Blue, Whisper White
Accessories: Brads, Ticket Corner Punch, Real Red 5/8" Ribbon, 2 Way Glue Pen, Dazzeling Diamonds Glitter, Blender Pen
Hope you enjoy! Feel free to leave a comment.
Now for today's Blog Candy Questions. Have you entered to win yet? Check out the many ways to enter at the top of this blog.
1. Which product helps to keep you organized, is a nice desk accessory, and fits perfectly in our new magnetic gift box?
2. What 2-step stamp set can be used for different holiday card themes, including Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Fall?
3. Which product will help children send thank you cards?
Send your answers to me at StampsNWhatnot@aol.com
Thanks for stopping by!
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It's day 2 of the Blog Tour and I've still got Fall on my mind! Today I'm going with Halloween. I've never gotten into halloween cards much until recently. I'm loving the sets and Sweet Centers by Stampin Up is no exception! This one is even more fun because you can put treats in the plastic cups. So, not only do you give a greeting card, but also a little gift. How fun is that!?!
This set is very versatile. You can use it for Halloween as shown, for everyday occasions, Valentines Day, and Christmas. The possibilities are endless!To make my card, I used the ink pads to color different sections of the stamp, then stamped it. This is an easy technique to do on large solid image stamps. Try it for yourself and let me know what you think.
Stamp Set: Sweet Centers #116521, $29.95, pg.6
Cardstock: Basic Black, Perfect Plum, Whisper White
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Perfect Plum
Accessories: Sweet Treat Cups, Striped Ribbon, Candy (don't you love the bat shapes?), 1 3/4" Punch, 1 3/8" Punch, 1/16" Punch, Thread
Here are some detail shots for you. If you click on the photos, you'll get a closer look.
Hope you enjoyed this.
Now for todays questions Mini Catalog Challenge Questions so you can enter to win my blog candy...
Make sure you send me your answers so you can earn a ticket:
1. What new product makes your paper look shimmery?
2. How many under $10 products are listed in the Holiday Mini Catalog (excluding hostess sets)?
3. How many new Big Shot products are introduced?
Make sure to send me your answers. I look forward to hearing from you!
Thanks for stopping by. See you tomorrow!
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Here we are. Day 1 of the RemARKable Holiday Blog Tour. We'll be posting new projects every day through Sunday that feature the wonderful holiday stamp sets and products that Stampin Up has to offer. Make sure to check out everyone's blog to get plenty of inspiration!
Also, make sure to check back daily so you can enter my Stampin Up Blog Candy Challenge. Details will remain at the top of my homepage until the challenge is over. Have fun with it and good luck! Today's questions are posted below my card.
Today's card uses "Wandering Words" from the Stampin Up Holiday Mini. It's a great set that will take you from Thanksgiving to Valentines Day. I chose to start the blog tour with a fall card. It's my favorite season and I love the colors of fall.
All product is Stampin Up!
Stamp Sets: Wandering Words #116507, $25.95, pg. 16 of the Mini, Fundamental Phrases #114968, $37.95, pg. 138 of the Idea Book & Catalog
Ink: More Mustard, Soft Suede
Cardstock: Soft Suede, More Mustard, Ruby Red, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Accessories: Stampin Write Markers, Hemp Twine, Brads, Mat Pack, Dimensionals, Cutter Kit
Tip: To get the background, I used the More Mustard stamp pad as a stamp and stamped it all over the cardstock piece. I also ran the hemp over my Soft Suede ink pad to distress it a bit.
Would love to know what you think of my creation. Feel free to leave a comment : )
Now, for today's questions for my blog candy challenge. (email me your answers) All refer to the Stampin Up Holiday Mini Catalog:
1. What are the 3 new product lines that are released in this mini catalog?
2. What's so special about the Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series Paper?
3. What holiday icon has Stampin' Up! built a collection from including Rub-Ons, a Punch, Stamps & a Wheel?
See you tomorrow!
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WIN THIS SET AND RIBBON SPOOLS!
I'm giving away some Stampin Up product blog candy! How do you get it? Well, let me tell ya!
Over the next 4 days, September 10-13, I'll post 3 questions each day. All you have to do is send me your answers. You can either send them to me daily or all at once. For each correct answer you get, you'll earn 1 ticket!
Post a comment on this blog, ask me a stamping question, get a ticket!
You'll earn 2 tickets if you follow me on facebook. If you already do follow me, just post "I'm in for your Stampin Up Blog Candy Challenge" on my facebook page.
You'll earn 2 tickets if you follow me on Twitter. If you already follow me, just tweet "StampsNWhatnot-Count me in for your Stampin Up Blog Candy Challenge" or retweet it.
Refer someone to me (make sure they tell me that you're the one who refered them) and you'll earn 3 tickets! If they follow me on facebook or Twitter, you'll get a ticket for that too!
Book a party with me (virtual parties count too) to be held before October 30th, 2009 and you'll get 10 tickets!!! WOW! (NOW is a great time to have one with the great Hostess promotion going on!)
Join my team and get a whopping 15 tickets!!! Woo hoo!!!!
So, as you can see, there are lots of chances to win! The winning ticket will be drawn on the 14th and I'll post the winner. The winner will have until Friday, Sept. 18th to claim their prize.
Have fun and see ya on the Blog Tour!
Jeannette Swain
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