Monday, November 26, 2012

Stampin' Up Wonderfall Card and Turkey Placecard Holder

 
This was a fall/Thanksgiving card my Club members made using the Wonderfall Stamp Set and the Autumn Accents Bigz Die.  The phrase came from the Petite Pairs stamp set.  I used the Early Espresso Core'dinations cardstock for the background layer and ran it through the Woodgrain Embossing Folder then sanded it for the "tree" look.  The colors of ink are Daffodil Delight, More Mustard, Old Olive, and Cajun Craze.  I don't know if you can tell, but the leaves were first stamped in one color, like Daffodil Delight, then the edges of the stamp were rolled in a darker color, like More Mustard; the Rock and Roll technique.  And for the final touches, I used the Champagne Glimmer Paper and a Naturals button with Linen Thread.
 
Below are pictures of the super cute Turkey placecard holder my fellow demonstrator, Donna Rolston, made using Orchard Harvest Designer Series Paper.  She said she cut her strips of paper at 1-1/2" x 12", 2" x 12", and 2-1/2" x 12".  She then used the Scallop Edge punch for the design and scored at each scallop for this wonderful shape.  She got the turkey body somewhere online then traced it and cut it out from Early Espresso cardstock.  Finally, she used Pearls for the eyes, she is one crafty woman!

 
Thanks for visiting and have a great week!

Friday, November 16, 2012

Ornament Keepsakes card and Announcing the 2012 Online Extravaganza Holiday Sale!

Here's another Christmas card I made using the Onament Keepsakes Bundle in the 2012 Holiday Mini Catalog. The colors of cardstock are Real Red, Lucky Limeade, and Whisper White. Of course I used the wonderful Delicate Designs Embossing Folder and added some bling with the 2-way glue pen and Dazzling Diamonds!

 
Also announcing>>>>>>>>>>>>
 
 

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The Online Extravaganza promotion is Stampin' Up's biggest online sale of the year! And Stampin' Up wants to make it easier for you to do your holiday shopping.  So during these 10 days only, you can get incredible discounts - 20% up to 50% - on some of your favorite products!  Download the ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA PDF for a list of all sale items.

In addition, the PDF above includes the three products at a 20% discount for 24-hours only on both the first and last days of Online Extravaganza- Stampin' Up's very own doorbusters!

So stop by on Monday, November 19th to start doing some shopping!  Be certain to select me as your Demonstrator when you create your ONLINE ACCOUNT to get preferred pricing and to take advantage of my Frequent Shopper Rewards Program. And to really spice things up, I'm offering DOUBLE REWARDS points during the sale period (11/19-11/28) and maybe something more?!

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Stampin Up Holiday Collection Framelits Christmas Card and a Two Tags Die Christmas Treat Holder


 
These were the make-and-takes at my last workshop.  I got the card layout idea from fellow Demonstrator Kay Kalthoff- thanks Kay!  I loved how she decorated the inside of the card, so I just had to do it too! 
 
The card is made using the Holiday Collection Framelits with Real Red, Gumball Green, and Whisper White cardstock.  I added come dimension by using the Snow Festival Designer Series Paper.  The words come from the Petite Pairs Stamp Set. And of course for the bling, I used the Red Glimmer Paper!
 
The treat holder is made by using 2 tags die cut from the Two Tags Bigz Die in Gumball Green cardstock.  Again I used the Snow Festival DSP,  Real Red cardstock, and of course, Red Glimmer Paper!  The words come from the Perfect Punches Stamp Set.
 
Thanks for visiting and and make sure to look at the SU Announcement that follows!

Today's 2nd POST - SU Announcement: Sizzix Texture Boutique Embossing Machine

11/26/12 UPDATE: This item has sold out; it is no longer available at this time.

Due to Stampin' Up's partnership with Sizzix, they are pleased to be able to offer a test run of the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine in its North American markets. Stampin' Up has only 4,000 available to be sold only while supplies last. If this product test goes well, Stampin' Up may offer the Texture Boutique again in the future.

The Texture Boutique works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece. This machine embosses only; it does not die cut. Because this is a product test, the Texture Boutique is not branded with the Stampin' Up! logo. It comes in Sizzix packaging and is the same color and design that is sold in stores. Stampin' Up recommends you read the included instructions before using the Texture Boutique.
 



Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Stampin' Up Creative Elements Card

Here's a card I made using the Creative Elements, the Papillon Potpourri, and the Perfect Punches stamp sets.  I used Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, and Very Vanilla cardstock with the Butterfly and Large Oval punches. And for the finishing touch, I added Pearls and I cut 3 flower layers for a great 3-D affect.


And here's another Stampin' Up Tutorial using the same beautiful Butterfly Punch (click on the image below for a full view).

Monday, November 5, 2012

Stampin Up Butterfly Punch card

This card really shows off the wonderful butterfly punch and the Natural Composition Designer Series paper in the 2012-2013 Catalog.  It also shows off the versatile 7/8" Cotton Ribbon in the Holiday Mini Catalog. This card is beautiful and simple.



Friday, November 2, 2012

2013 My Digital Studio Calendar finally ready and Retired Stamp Sets Listed for Sale!

I sold several of these calendars last year and I had emails asking if I was going to offer them for 2013, so here you go!  Some of the months are the same and some are changed, but they are all really fun to look at!  I can change up some of the months if you need; for example, last year, I had a customer who wanted December to be "non-Christmasy".

 
The cost for these calendars is the same as last year.  The calendars measure 5" x 5" and are printed in color on 24lb, 96 brightness white ink jet paper.  The calendar pages are loose - not glued together.  I used brads to hold them together on my examples below.  

I'm offering them at $7.50 for 5 calendars plus the cost for shipping and packaging. Shipping costs depend on where you live, but will be about $2.75 ( about 6 oz) for 5 calendars to US addresses with Delivery Confirmation. I can send you a PayPal invoice after you email me letting me know your name, address, and how many calendars you'd like to purchase. If you'd rather not deal with PayPal, I'm happy to accept checks or money orders. Calendars will get shipped once payments have cleared. To order, please email me at stampingmaria@yahoo.com or call me at (505) 299-9677.
 
Here are a couple of calendar easels with drawers I made in prior years; I'm working on a new one for this year that I'll share with you soon.  For my picture tutorial on how to assemble the easel card with drawer, click here.
 
 
 
Also, to generate some income and clear out some space, I'm selling a lot of retired stamps that I've been holding on to.  Please check my blog under the "Stamps for Sale" tab, or click HERE.  I'm selling them at garage sale prices ranging from only $2.50 to $7.50.  These will make great Christmas gifts!
 
Have a great weekend!