Friday, January 31, 2020

Will You Be My Valentine?

These are two of the cards that we will be making at my class on Thursday night, February 6, at the Rokeby Center in Chesapeake, VA.  The card on the left was made using supplies from my January Paper Pumpkin kit.  The kit makes ten 3"x3" cards and 20 treat bags.  I didn't need all those treat bags - so I went searching on Pinterest for alternate ideas, and love what I found!

The card on the right was inspired by a card that I pinned a few years ago - and uses retired Washi tape, a retired "love" die, and a retired heart punch.  It's hard to tell, but one of the hearts was punched from silver foil paper.

I'm not selling anything today - except the opportunity to have a fun night being creative!   This is a great class for beginners - because everything will be prepped and ready for you!  We will make a total of 4 cards.  I'm sure you can think of 4 people who would love to know that you love them or are thinking of them.  Or use the cards for weddings or anniversaries.

You can sign up for this class at any Chesapeake Rec Center, or register online HERE.
Invite a friend to join you.  If you have any problems registering - please let me know!

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Tropical Oasis Suite By Stampin' Up!


While I'm waiting for my next order of Stampin' Up! products to arrive, I thought I'd share a quick video from Stampin' Up! showing the awesome products in the Tropical Oasis Suite from the Spring Mini 2020 catalog.

You can click on any link below to add the products to your shopping cart. 

Don't forget that during Sale-a-bration (now through March 31, 2020) you earn FREE merchandise with each qualifying order

TIMELESS TROPICAL CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)TIMELESS TROPICAL BUNDLE (ENGLISH)TROPICAL OASIS DESIGNER SERIES PAPERCOASTAL WEAVE 3D EMBOSSING FOLDERTROPICAL OASIS TRINKETS
SADDLE BROWN STAZON INK PAD5/16" (8 MM) BRAIDED BURLAP TRIMTROPICAL OASIS MEMORIES & MORE CARD PACK

BUY IT ALL:
TROPICAL OASIS SUITE BUNDLE (ENGLISH)

If you have any questions please CONTACT ME

VISIT MY STAMPIN' UP! WEBSITE to see current promotions and sign up for a class!

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy

Monday, January 27, 2020

January 2020 Stamp Class Cards

 I had my stamp classes over the weekend and these are the cards we made.  Get a closer look at them by watching the short video below.


Here's a closer look at the inside of the "fancy fold" cards.


To make these cards:

  • Start with a quarter sheet of card stock (4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches) for the base of the card.  I used Flirty Flamingo card stock for the card on the left and real red for the card on the right.
  • Cut a coordinating piece of card stock for the mat behind the white part of the card.  For the card on the left, I cut Real Red card stock 3 1/4 x 4 1/2.  For the card on the right, I cut Flirty Flamingo card stock 4 x 5 1/4  Choose the look you like!
  • Cut a piece of Whisper White card stock 4 1/4 x 9 3/4 and score the long side at 3 1/4 and 6 1/2
  • The Designer Series Paper is cut at 3 x 4 
  • Decorate the panels using the Die Cut shapes from the Be Mine Stitched Dies and Meant to Be stamp set


CONTACT ME if you would like me to show you how easy it easy to make these cards!

CLICK HERE for information about a Greeting cards class I will be teaching for the Chesapeake Parks and Rec department.

VISIT MY STAMPIN' UP! website to see current specials and to RSVP for a class in February, March, or April.

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valentine making stamp setSTITCHED BE MINE DIESFROM MY HEART SPECIALTY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
red paper cardstockFlirty Flamingo 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstockwhite paper

FROM MY HEART FACETED GEMS

Friday, January 24, 2020

Paper Pumpkin 2019: Year In Review



Watch this short video to see what appeared inside each month's Paper Pumpkin kit during 2019.  These kits get better and better every year.  Each kit contains a stamp set, ink spot, and all the supplies you need to make the projects plus lots of leftovers to use for other projects.  What a great value at only $22 each month - shipping included!  Your first kit will also contain a clear block.

Most kits contain greeting cards but they could also contain small treat containers or home decor items.  The exact contents of the kit is a surprise each month - BUT Stampin' Up! now gives us some details about what's inside.  If you think you do not want a particular kit - you have until the 10th of the month to suspend that month's shipment.  You won't be billed that month - and the kit will not be shipped to you.  The next month's kit will be delivered as usual - unless you ask to skip another month.

You can find out more about Paper Pumpkin subscriptions BY CLICKING HERE.


Another great option right now is to buy a prepaid subscription - which can earn you FREE Sale-a-Bration items.  CLICK HERE  to see the items you can earn with a qualifying purchase.

Here’s what you can earn when they buy a prepaid subscription.
3-month prepaid subscription
1 FREE Level 1 Sale-A-Bration item
6-month prepaid subscription
2 FREE Level 1 Sale-A-Bration items
or
1 FREE Level 2 Sale-A-Bration Item
12-month prepaid subscription
4 FREE Level 1 Sale-A-Bration items
or
2 FREE Level 2 Sale-A-Bration Items (Plus Host Benefits!)

Click on the image below - to add the 3, 6, or 12 month prepaid subscription to your shopping cart!

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CONTACT ME if you have any questions or need more information.

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy


Wednesday, January 22, 2020

NEW CLASS OFFERING


I am very excited to announce that I will be teaching a stamping class for Chesapeake Parks & Rec.  The cards will be suitable for Valentines - but greetings can be changed for Weddings, Anniversaries, or other occasions.

Here are the details:

Class Name: Greeting Card Design (ages 18+)

Class Description:Will you be my Valentine? Create your very own greeting cards for someone special. Don't have a valentine? No problem! Alternate greeting card themes will be available. All supplies will be provided.

Location:           Rokeby Center; 1709 Rokeby Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Date/Time:       Thursday February 6, 6-7:30pm, 
Class Fee:           $12 for Chesapeake residents;  $17 for non-residents
Class ID:              3466-10         


 CLICK HERE to register online.

If you have any questions, or if the link is not working properly, please CONTACT ME and I will help you get registered.  Class size is limited to 10 people - so sign up now!

You can also register in person at any Chesapeake Community Center.


CLICK HERE to see other card classes that I have scheduled - two coming up this weekend: January 25 & 26.  We are always looking for new stampers!  Join the fun!



Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy




Monday, January 20, 2020

Tutorial: Record Album card

I made a quick video to show you how easy it is to make this cute card using the Music from the Heart stamp set from Stampin' Up!.  You will need the following supplies:

  • Basic Black card stock for the card base (5 1/2 x 8 1/2 folded in half)
  • Whisper White card stock (4 x 5 1/4 ) You will need one for the front and one for the inside.
  • Five circles cut from Black card stock using the 1 1/2 inch punch
  • Scraps of any color card stock for the guitar and center of records (I used Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Grapefruit Grove, Daffodil Delight, Terracata Tile.)
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink


You will also need a 1/2 inch circle punch, 1/8 inch hand held circle punch, paper snips, and adhesive.  I recomend the Tombow Liquid Glue.  And of course you will need the Music from the Heart stamp set and clear blocks.




Please let me know if you have any questions. 

CLICK HERE to start shopping and to see Stampin' Up!'s currents promotions.

You can also click on any of the images to add the item to your shopping cart.

MUSIC FROM THE HEART PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SETdeep black paperwhite paper
large two-tone circle hole punchsilver small circle hole punchblack stamp ink pad

steel paper scissorsfine tip liquid glue

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy

Friday, January 17, 2020

Time to Join the Fun!

This is the best time to join my Stampin' Up! team. From now through March 31, 2020 you will get special perks that you won't see any other time of year.  For only $99 you get to choose $125 of Stampin' Up! products. 

In addition, you will get:

  • a new mini trimmer
  • a 6x6 inch sampler pack of Designer Series Paper
  • an additional stamp set of your choice  (Only Hostess Sets and SAB sets are excluded.) 
  • business supplies
  • FREE SHIPPING!  


When you join my team, you will get to attend local meetings with other demonstrators - always a lot of fun.  You are never required to sell a thing.  Many SU demonstrators are their own best customer- purchasing products at a discount.  And Stampin' Up! is fine with that!

If you would like to have a home based business and make some extra money - then I will be there to help you!

CONTACT ME with any questions.

CLICK HERE for more details and to get started!

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy


Wednesday, January 15, 2020

More Music from the Heart

I just can't get enough of this stamp set.  Here are three more cards that I made using the Music from the Heart stamp set.  This set was designed by a Stampin' Up! Million Dollar Sales Achiever, Dawn Olchefske, and these are cards that she designed using the stamp set.
This card (above) is the easiest of the cards to make - I just stamped the treble clef and some musical notes onto the card front.  The ink colors I used are: Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight, and Grapefruit Grove.  Then I stamped "happy birthday" onto a scrap of Grapefruit Grove and Daffodil Delight card stock.  I cut the words apart using my new mini trimmer from Stampin' Up! and adhered them to the card front. 


 I used the same colors to punch balloons using the Balloon Builder punch, then I stamped on the balloons with Memento black ink.  I stamped the music notes on Whisper White card stock using Grapefruit Grove ink, and used Grapefruit Grove card stock for the card base.  I adhered the balloons to the card using dimensionals and added twine, then added the "happy birthday" sentiment.


This card got the biggest reaction when I shared it at a recent team meeting.  The records are made  using  1 1/2 inch, 1/2 inch, and 1/16 inch punches.  I stamped the guitar (in two steps) on Bermuda Bay card stock - and cut it out with scissors. I popped it up using mini dimensionals and added the "YOU ROCK!" sentiment.


If you would like to see the cute note cards that I made as well as information about my Class to Go using this awesome stamp set, then PLEASE CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE to visit my Stampin' Up! website.  See the current Stampin' Up! specials and start shopping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy

Monday, January 13, 2020

Class to Go - Music From the Heart





I am excited to announce my January 2020 class to go.   This month's projects are made using the Music From The Heart stamp set from Stampin' Up!  Watch the video to see the projects you can make!

Below are two options for this class  - one will earn you a FREE Sale-a-Bration item!  Contact me to place your order by Saturday January 18, 2020 and shipping is FREE.

The class will be available through May 2020 but $8 Priority shipping will be added if order is placed after January 18, 2020.

Music from the Heart – Class to Go
**Order by Saturday, January 18, 2020 for FREE SHIPPING**


Option 1 - $30
  • Music from the Heart photopolymer stamp set
  • 10 note cards and envelopes
  • Card stock pieces cut to size to make 10 note cards
  • Bonus: storage box
  • PDF directions for how to make the cards and box
  • Link to a video tutorial with step by step directions for making the cards



Option 2 - $60
  • Music from the Heart photopolymer stamp set
  • 20 note cards and envelopes
  • Card stock pieces cut to size to make 20 note cards
  • Black Memento Ink Pad
  • Real Red ink pad
  • Clear Block H
  • Bonus: storage box (holds 10 cards and envelopes)
  • PDF directions for how to make the cards and box
  • Link to a video tutorial with step by step directions for making the cards
  • FREE SALE-A-BRATION item  (through March 31 only)


If interested in this Class to Go, please EMAIL ME to tell me which option you which to purchase and  I will send you a Pay Pal invoice.

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Thank you for stopping by!
Kathy

Friday, January 10, 2020

Music From the Heart

Here are several note cards that I made using the Music From the Heart stamp set.  This set was inspired by Million Dollar Sales Achiever, Dawn Olchefske.  Most of these designs are a direct copy of the cards she presented on On Stage.  

After a few inky mistakes when stamping directly on the note cards, I decided to stamp on a piece of white card stock first. That way I didn't let a little smudge ruin the entire card.  I could just turn the white piece of card stock over and stamp again. I layered a red or black mat behind the stamped images.  I think the mat add a little something to the cards.  

Finally, I made a cute box for storing the cards.  Wouldn't this make a great gift for the musician in your life?  

To make the cards, start with a package of Stampin' Up note cards.  Cut black and/or red card stock 3 1/4 x 4 3/4 inches to make mats.  Cut white card stock slightly smaller at 3 1/8 x 4 5/8 inches.  Stamp the images on the white piece, adhere to the mat, then adhere to the note card.  Super easy - and I think the red/white/black is stunning!  

CONTACT ME if you need more information or if you want to arrange a private class to make these cards with your friends!

VISIT MY STAMPIN' UP! WEBSITE to start shopping now and to see the current Stampin' Up! promotions - including Sale-a-Bration!  Earn free products for placing a qualifying order.

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MUSIC FROM THE HEART PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET note cards and envelopes black stamp ink padclassic red ink pad white paperdeep black paperred paper cardstock 




Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy

Wednesday, January 8, 2020

January 2020 Sneak Peek!


Sign up for Paper Pumpkin by January 10 to get January's kit which includes 20 treat bags, 10 mini cards and envelopes, and “BEE”-yoo-tiful stamps and embellishments.

Details: 
Makes 20 treat bags + 10 mini cards and envelopes
Card size: 3" x 3" (7.5 x 7.5 cm)
Envelope size: 3-1/8" x 3-1/8" (7.8 x 7.8 cm)
Bag size: 3-1/4" x 4" (8.2 x 10 cm)
Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Crushed Curry, Highland Heather, Mint Macaron, and Rococo Rose

You can get more from the I’ll Bee Yours kit when you buy the Heart Punch Pack (item 151292) from the 2020 January–June Mini Catalog. Both punches coordinate with the heart stamp in the kit so you can craft for love-filled occasions now . . . and later! Think: weddings, showers, birthdays, and more! 




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1 FREE Level 1 Sale-A-Bration item
6-month prepaid subscription
2 FREE Level 1 Sale-A-Bration items
or
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Kathy