Countdown to Christmas - Days 22 & 23

Well, I almost made it but I still broke my personal record for days posted in a row over Christmas.  Sorry I forgot to post Day 22 so today you get a two-fer!

Yesterday was family baking day.  Callie and I made covered pretzels while Michael licked sprinkles from his plate.  Don't worry - none of his pretzels made it out the door to neighbors and friends.  I put our pretzels in a cool little gusseted bag and then tied one of these tags around it using our Candy Cane Lane Baker's Twine.  It made for a cute pop of holiday!

To make these tags, just run a 5 1/2 x 2 3/4 piece of Very Vanilla through the Big Shot using your magnetic platform.  Next stamp the scrumptious stamp from Here's to Cheers stamp set using Early Espresso.  Then you can run two scraps of Real Red through the Big Shot using the precision plate to get the filigree piece and the curvy line on the front of the tag.  Both are adhered using a fine tip glue pen.  Tie it off using a piece of twine long enough to tie around the bag!

Supplies:

• Cardstock/DSP: Very Vanilla (5 1/2 x 2 3/4), Real Red (scrap)
• Ink: Early Espresso
• Stamp Set: Here's to Cheers
• Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Precision Plate, Cutting Mats, Cheerful Tags Thinlits, Basic Rhinestones, Fine Tip Glue Pen, Candy Cane Lane Baker's Twine

Today's other project is an adorable Santa card.  To make this card, you will use the Detailed Santa Thinlits.  I ran the Santa through my Big Shot using the precision plate - that way I could make sure each swirl cut all the way through!  Then I ran it through the Big Shot using the magnetic platform and the slanted line thinlit (to make sure it stayed straight and in place.)  Add Tear and Tape to the back of the Santa, just above the slanted lines.  Then attach a strip of Red Glimmer Paper so it shows through the holes.  Tie a piece of Red Twine around the bottom and attach to the folded Real Red card using adhesive or the Fine Tip Glue Pen.  Stamp the saying from Stitched with Cheer or whatever stamp set you have for the holidays using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink.  Adorable, right?

Supplies:

• Cardstock: Whisper White (2 @ 5 1/4 x 4), Real Red (8 1/2 x 5 1/2), Red Glimmer Paper (4 x 1/2)
• Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
• Stamps: Stitched with Cheer
• Accessories: Detailed Santa Framelits, Big Shot, Cutting Mats and Magnetic Platform, Candy Cane Baker's Twine - 17", Adhesive, Scissors, Big Shot Brush

ORDER ONLINE

To order supplies for these projects, please visit my online store here.  Please use this hostess code when checking out when you find something to order if ordering by December 24th. 

• December Code:  The code through Christmas is WEEMARQ7.

CURRENT PROMOTIONS

It’s our Year End Closeout Sale – take a look at these great specials!  These include discounts up to 60% on retiring holiday products, clearance items, and high inventory items.  Those placing orders through my Web site will be put into a drawing for a doorprize – hint – it’s something new from the new occasions catalog!

Link to Online Store: https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10600&dbws=80380

Just a few notes:

• High inventory items are on discount through January 3rd.
• Retiring accessories are while supplies last.
• Retiring items will all discontinue as of January 3rd.
• Retiring holiday stamp sets are guaranteed through December 21st.

WHAT IS PAPER PUMPKIN?

While we have many great products on closeout, there is one program that you really should check out as well.  I only sell things I'm passionate about and this product line is definitely one of my favorites!

Paper Pumpkin is creativity in a box.  It costs $19.95 plus tax and ships to your mailbox once a month.  It contains everything you need for your own creative escape.  Besides the instructions and pieces for the cards or project, it also contains ink and photopolymer stamps and usually the adhesive you need as well.  My subscribers will also get a project sheet with tips and additional ideas and instructions that they can make with the supplies in the kits and sometimes some supplemental supplies.  They also are invited to participate in a free Paper Pumpkin Playdate to make their kits using any of my additional supplies like framelits and punches!  It's a wonderful program and I'd love for you to try it out!  Sign up by the 10th of the month to get that month's kit!

You can sign up here: https://mypaperpumpkin.com/en/?demoid=80380

JOIN MY TEAM

If you are interested in joining out team and participating in monthly meetings with free make-n-take projects and outstanding company, contact me today or go here to sign up!  You can get $125 in free merchandise that you choose yourself for only $99 plus tax.  The new Occasion catalog is coming out and you could pre-order from it as a demonstrator!  Contact me today for more information!

Come back tomorrow for more ideas!

Have a craftastic day,

Stacy

Countdown to Christmas - Day 7

Today I'm going to try and be super productive because my box of new Stampin' Up! supplies has arrived and all I want to do is play.  But before I start wrapping all my presents, I have to finish making tags for them.  My husband does not understand the process of making tags - why work so hard on something we throw away each year when you can buy the cheap metallic sticker tags at the grocery store. 

Well, first off, I don't sell the supplies to make those.  Second, the writing doesn't smear on mine.  Third, I get that same feeling of joy when someone reads their name on a homemade tag as when I open a homemade card.  And fourth, and most importantly, because if I'm shopping for his family and mine, I can do whatever I want!  :)

These little tags are quick and easy.  Start with a 2 x 3 piece of cardstock and either cut and punch the top or use one of our retired tag punches.  Thread a small piece of string through.  Then take a 2 x 2 piece of cardstock and adhere.  This helps you use up your scraps of DSP left over or lets you make 9 from each 6 x 6 sheet.  Then add a 1" strip of cardstock on top with adhesive that you stamp using a To/From from any stamp set.  My go to this Christmas is from Tin of Tags because the lettering is perfectly sized for a 1" strip!  If you want to embellish, add some trinkets or stamp and cut out trees from the Stitched with Cheer stamp set! 

Supplies:

• Cardstock: Whisper White (3 x 2, 2 x 1), Warmth and Cheer DSP (2 x 2)
• Ink: Archival Black
• Stamp Set: Tin of Tags, Stitched with Cheer
• Accessories: Linen Thread, Tag Topper Punch, Dimensionals, Scissors, and Adhesive 

ORDER ONLINE

To order supplies for these projects, please visit my online store here.  Please use this hostess code when checking out when you find something to order if ordering by December 24th. 

• December Code:  The code through Christmas is WEEMARQ7.

CURRENT PROMOTIONS

It’s our Year End Closeout Sale – take a look at these great specials!  These include discounts up to 60% on retiring holiday products, clearance items, and high inventory items.  Those placing orders through my Web site will be put into a drawing for a doorprize – hint – it’s something new from the new occasions catalog!

Link to Online Store: https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10600&dbws=80380

Just a few notes:

• High inventory items are on discount through January 3rd.
• Retiring accessories are while supplies last.
• Retiring items will all discontinue as of January 3rd.
• Retiring holiday stamp sets are guaranteed through December 21st.

WHAT IS PAPER PUMPKIN?

While we have many great products on closeout, there is one program that you really should check out as well.  I only sell things I'm passionate about and this product line is definitely one of my favorites!

Paper Pumpkin is creativity in a box.  It costs $19.95 plus tax and ships to your mailbox once a month.  It contains everything you need for your own creative escape.  Besides the instructions and pieces for the cards or project, it also contains ink and photopolymer stamps and usually the adhesive you need as well.  My subscribers will also get a project sheet with tips and additional ideas and instructions that they can make with the supplies in the kits and sometimes some supplemental supplies.  They also are invited to participate in a free Paper Pumpkin Playdate to make their kits using any of my additional supplies like framelits and punches!  It's a wonderful program and I'd love for you to try it out!  Sign up by the 10th of the month to get that month's kit!

You can sign up here: https://mypaperpumpkin.com/en/?demoid=80380

JOIN MY TEAM

If you are interested in joining out team and participating in monthly meetings with free make-n-take projects and outstanding company, contact me today or go here to sign up!  You can get $125 in free merchandise that you choose yourself for only $99 plus tax.  The new Occasion catalog is coming out and you could pre-order from it as a demonstrator!  Contact me today for more information!

Come back tomorrow for more ideas!

Have a craftastic day,

Stacy

A Week in a Day - Simply Snowflake

It's been a while since I posted but not since I crafted!  Instead of taking a week to catch up on Paper Pumpkin, I am going for all my ideas in one post!  :)  Some were intentional ideas and several were results of accidental excellence - like dropping the stamp or inking it poorly!

The standard projects with this awesome kit were a fold out card and a Happy Holiday tag.  I cut my family photo slightly and attached it to the inside.  I have mine sitting up on my mantle for my own holiday keepsake.

When stamping the tag, make sure you place that To/From up far enough that it doesn't show through the window.

If you stamp too low, you can always make this card.  I speak from experience...  Just add a snowflake over the hole with some of the rhinestones and a little of the beautiful washi tape on the side.

Then use the front of the tag on a Notecard.  Just cut off the end of the tag and use on the top to make a little file folder looking element.  I added some rhinestones to the letters and the baker's twine to the top in a pretty little bow.

Now, since I was on the notecard kick, I decided to play a bit with the stencils that were left over when you punched out the snowflakes.  With a slight bit of trimming, they fit beautifully on our Notecards and Envelopes.

 

I added a little banner to the center of the card and should have put rhinestones in the center of each snowflake but I just realized that as I was typing.

 

This one was a result of playing with all the embellishments in the kit.

 

I also used the stencil on a small canvas and used white paint and a sponge to go over the top.  It turned out great until I covered it with Modge Podge and it smeared.  There is potential there for those that want to try.

 

There were more happy accidents.  I dropped the Happy Holidays stamp on the front of one of my cards.  So, I tried to stamp all over it and that looked worse.  So I cut off the snowflake from the front of the card and sponged it.  I then cut it up and adhered it to the inside of the card.  On the front I just used the White Snowflake die pieces with a small snowflake to hold it shut on the front.

 



I loved this kit.  It came with a six piece stamp set, 8 cards, 12 tags, a Lost Lagoon Stampin' Spot, a roll of silver washi tape, rhinestones, and baker's twine.  For only $19.95 plus tax.   Remember that you can buy extras of this kit if you are a member!  http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=136919&dwbs=80380

YOU CAN DO THIS TOO!

To sign up for Paper Pumpkin, visit https://mypaperpumpkin.com/en/?demoid=80380 before midnight on January 10th!
 

Perks for signing up under me:

1. I have committed to having additional samples created using the kit by the first week of the month.  That way those that are cardmakers have options just like those that scrapbook or like decor.
2. I will post frequent updates to the Pinterest board I have dedicated to Paper Pumpkin projects - again providing you inspiration to use with your kit if you need something different from the instructions included!
3. I will host a Paper Pumpkin party that is free for the recipients of Paper Pumpkin with me.  Those crafting friends can come for free and enjoy good company and a pumpkin snack while putting together your kits.  These events will usually be the first Wednesday of the month!  There will also be a door prize given each month to the attendees and if you want to make any of the samples I show using the kit (that doesn't require hardware like frames), I will provide that for attendees as well.

Take care and I hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday and are heading towards an awesome new year!

 

Stacy

Pretty Print Winter Frost Holiday Bundle

Today's bundle is another offering from my holiday camp. 

 

The card in this bundle uses the new card thinlits, Winter Frost DSP, mini silver brads, Bracket Punch, and the stamp sets Tags 4 You and Christmas Messages stamp sets. 

 

This card is one of my Stamp-a-stack options at 10 for $20.  The inside of the flip card is shown below.  This is a great product line and I'm excited to get it in front of everyone to play with!

 

The gift card holder is based on a tutorial offered by Dawn Griffith. Dawn is one of the demonstrators I've followed online for a few years, ever since I met her in person at a Stampin' Addicts event.  She's amazing and very funny!  This holder utilizes our envelopes in a fun new way.  I love the Pretty Print embossing folder because it adds an element of elegance to a project in a quick way.  You can see how I used it on the front of the holder in the bundle picture above.

 

The tag uses components from the card thinlits, embossing folder, Tags 4 You, and Bracket punch.  These are super quick and super cute so I'm excited to make a bunch of them for my Christmas gifts.

 

Last day to RSVP for my holiday camp is today, September 25th so contact me today if you are interested in a stamp-a-stack or a camp entry.  The cost is $20 for 5 cards, 5 tags, the gift card, the gift box, the journal, the exploding scrapbook box, and the washi clothespin.
Sessions are:
Session 1: Friday, October 4th, 10am-1pm (6 slots left)
Session 2: Friday, October 4th, 6pm-9pm (5 slots left)
Session 3: Saturday, October 5th, 10am-1pm (3 slots left)
Session 4: Wednesday, October 30, 10am-1pm (6 slots left)

If you cannot attend but are interested in a kit, the cost is $5 extra if you come pick it up and $10.80 extra if you'd like it shipped USPS Priority Mail.

Have a craftastic day,
Stacy

Season of Style Holiday Bundle

While Callie and I have been busy doing Halloween crafts, I wanted to finish getting my holiday samples out in front of you all first before my RSVP date for my great holiday class has passed!

Today's bundle is another offering from my holiday camp.  This bundle features the Gorgeous Grunge and Many Merry Messages stamp sets and the Season of Style DSP Paper Pack.

The card in this bundle is directly inspired by this great creation by Debra Currier, a fantastic designer with a blog I follow. I thought it would look great as a Christmas card and it inspired these other projects using the same stamp sets and papers.

This card is one of my Stamp-a-stack options at 10 for $15.
The gift box is very versatile and makes for a quick way to give a holiday gift. 

The tag uses the stripe from the Gorgeous Grunge set. 

Last day to RSVP for my holiday camp is September 25th so contact me today if you are interested in a stamp-a-stack or a camp entry. The camp fee is $20.

Sessions are:
Session 1: Friday, October 4th, 10am-1pm (5 slots left)
Session 2: Friday, October 4th, 6pm-9pm (5 slots left)
Session 3: Saturday, October 5th, 10am-1pm (5 slots left)
Session 4: Wednesday, October 30, 10am-1pm (6 slots left)

If you cannot attend but are interested in a kit, the cost is $5 extra if you come pick it up and $10.80 extra if you'd like it shipped USPS Priority Mail.
New Photopolymer Stamps
Stampin' Up introduced some new photopolymer sets.  You can see all their offerings here: http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=1442&dbwsdemoid-80380
Bite Met Photopolymer Set:
http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=134622

Greetings From Photopolymer Set:
http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=134621

Map It Out Photopolymer Set:
http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=134620

New Digital Downloads:

The newest digital downloads are now available. Click the image below to visit my online store and view more details about each download.

I'm placing an order on the 26th so let me know if you need anything!

Have a craftastic day!
Stacy