Quick and Easy Handmade Card Featuring In Bloom Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Another crazy, busy week. Make it stop! How about you? Not much time for stamping this weekend so this is a really quick and easy card using the In Bloom Stamp Set/Bundle. This card features mostly the Pierced Blooms Dies showing off the new 2021-23 In Colors. Such a pretty card.

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Soft Succulent cardstock. The flower images are die cut using the Polished Pink and Pale Papaya cardstock and the leaves are die cut using the Soft Succulent cardstock.

Everything is arranged on a Basic White cardstock die cut with the largest rectangle die from the Stitched So Sweetly Dies and layered on two pieces cut from a sheet of the coordinating In Color DSP. An accent strip of Gold Foil peeks out from behind the build. 

The only stamping is the Happy Birthday sentiment in Fresh Freesia.

NOTE: The bundle pricing retires on June 30, however, both the In Bloom Stamp Set and Pierced Blooms Dies will carry over and be sold separately in the 2021-22 Annual Catalog. 

This was a fun card to make. I hope my project has inspired your creativity. I would love to see what you have created. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

sandee904@yahoo.com

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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

In Bloom Stamp Set • Item# 154380 | Bundle Item# 156208

(After June 30 the Item# changes to 158218 and the Bundle pricing ends.)

Ink:

2021-23 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Fresh Freesia • Item# 155611

Paper:

2021-23 In Color Collection Cardstock Assortment • Item# 155643 

--or purchase them separately:

        • Polished Pink • Item# 155710

        • Soft Succulent • Item# 155776

        • Pale Papaya • Item# 155668

2021-23 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 155641

Gold Foil Sheets • Item# 155668

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:

Pierced Blooms Dies • Item# 154312 | Bundle Item# 156208

(After June 30 the Bundle pricing ends - There are 25 dies in this set!!)

Stitched So Sweetly Dies • Item# 151690

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 and/or Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755 for this project. I also used Stampin' Dimensionals behind the large flower and the sentiment panel • Item104430.

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "In Blooms Card 0621" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring June 30, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER

(June 19, 2021 @ 11 AM)

Plans for the workshop this month are not finalized yet, but I am leaning toward the new butterfly stamp set - Butterfly Brilliance. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (July's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the May Paper Pumpkin kit. (See important note below.) Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by June10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by June 10, 2021

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

(May 4 - June 14, 2021)

Qualifying orders will receive Stampin’ Rewards, plus additional rewards! Hosts can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party or personal qualifying orders.

2021 MINI CATALOG

The LAST CHANCE sale has already begun. The Mini Catalog is set to retire on June 30. It’s always bittersweet to see a classic Stampin’ Up! catalog take a trip to retirement. But, we’re looking forward to all the new products on their way—and we hope you are, too! Stock up on your favorites before they are gone for good! Save up to 50% on essential craft supplies while supplies last. If you need a list of the retiring product, just let me know.

2021-22 ANNUAL CATALOG

(May 4, 2021 - May 2, 2022)

If you do not already have a copy of the 2021-22 Annual Catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own!  (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)

Quick and Easy Handmade Card Featuring Pretty Perennials Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Another crazy, busy week. How about you? This is a quick and easy card using my favorite retiring stamp set, Pretty Perennials (retires June 30). I also wanted to show off the new purple in color - Fresh Freesia. This is certainly a simple, pretty card.

The card base is a side fold, landscape A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Fresh Freesia cardstock. The flower images are stamped on Basic White cardstock cut 1" x 2 3/4" and layered on a strip of the coordinating DSP cut 1 1/4" x 3". You know I enjoy a fussy cut large word/sentiment!

This was a fun card to make. I hope my project has inspired your creativity. I would love to see what you have created. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

sandee904@yahoo.com

sandee904.stampinup.net | sandee904.blogspot.com

Facebook: stampinwithsandee | Instagram/Pinterest: sandee904

SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

Pretty Perennials Stamp Set • Item# 154435 | Bundle Item# 156234 (The coordinating Perennial Petals Dies were not used to make this card, but you save 10% if you purchase these as a bundle!)

Ink:

2021-23 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Fresh Freesia • Item# 155611

2020-22 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Just Jade • Item# 153115

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad • Item# 132708

Paper:

2021-23 In Color Collection Cardstock Fresh Freesia • Item# 155613

2021-23 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 155641

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:

NOTE: I have been ultra-conservative in my projects during these extraordinary times as so many of my customers do not have a die cutting machine so I always offer an alternative idea for any die used in my projects. 

I did not use the coordinating Perennial Petals Dies • Item# 154321, but you save 10% if you purchase the stamp set and dies as a bundle! Bundle Item# 156234

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 and/or Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755 for this project. I also used Stampin' Dimensionals behind each panel • Item104430.

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Pretty Perennials Card 0521" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring May 31, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER

(June 19, 2021 @ 11 AM)

Plans for the workshop this month are not finalized yet, but I am leaning toward the new butterfly stamp set - Butterfly Brilliance. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (July's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the May Paper Pumpkin kit. (See important note below.) Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by June10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by June 10, 2021

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

(May 4 - June 14, 2021)

Qualifying orders will receive Stampin’ Rewards, plus additional rewards! Hosts can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party or personal qualifying orders.

JOIN+ PROMOTION

(May 4 - May 31, 2021)

It’s a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! New team members get an additional $30 worth of products for only $99 USD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! I would love for you to join my team.

2021 MINI CATALOG

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, I still have copies. Message me for a copy. (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

2021-22 ANNUAL CATALOG

(May 4, 2021 - May 2, 2022)

The 2021-22 Annual Catalog is live now. If you do not already have a copy of the catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own!  (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)

May Paper Crafting Blog Hop

Hello, my crafty friends. Welcome to the May Paper Crafting Blog Hop! I am participating in this blog hop with fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrators from across the globe! You might be starting the blog hop right now, or you may be coming from Julia Mazur's blog. Great project, Julia! Welcome one and all.

The theme for this month's blog hop is "thinking of you-guys." This month I have been using two of my favorite carry over stamp sets. Today's card features the Nothing's Better Than Stamp Set and the 2021-23 In Color Designer Series Paper introduced in the new Annual Catalog. The card design is based on a Freshly Made Sketch from a couple of weeks back.

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Basic White cardstock. There are three (3) layers in the embellishment build of the circles from the Layering Circles Dies. The first scalloped circle is the new 2021-23 In Color in Evening Evergreen cardstock, the middle layer is the 2021-23 In Color 6" X 6" DSP, and the third layer is Basic White. 

I have used Evening Evergreen throughout this project: the paper, the ink for the images and sentiment, plus the die cut "coffee" twice and layered them to give my "coffee" some depth. The coffee cups...LOVE those retro coffee cups!!

This is a fairly simple card highlighting the use of one color and second generation stamping technique, plus layering die cuts for depth.

So, now it is time to check out the great project by our next blog hopper, Shirley Merker.

This is a full list of our bloggers this month and their links in case you find yourself off track:

Shirley Merker

Tracy Held

Sue Boerner

Terri Stewart

Krissi Hannahs

Joy Nelson

Nancy Reynolds

Julia Mazur

Sandy Ward  [YOU ARE HERE]

Thank you for stopping by my blog today!  I hope my project has inspired your creativity. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

sandee904@yahoo.com
sandee904.stampinup.net | sandee904.blogspot.com
Facebook: stampinwithsandee | Instagram/Pinterest: sandee904

SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:
Nothing's Better Than Stamp Set • Item# 158295 

Ink:
2021-23 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Evening Evergreen • Item# 155576

Paper:
2021-23 In Color Collection Evening Evergreen Cardstock • Item# 155574
2021-23 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 155641
Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:
Love You More Than Dies • Item# 152698
Layering Circes Dies • Item# 151770

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 and Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755 for this project. I did not use Stampin' Dimensionals on this project, but maybe I should have lifted the embellishment build • Item104430.

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Nothing's Better Than Card 0521" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring May 31, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER
(May 22, 2021 @ 11 AM) Moved from May 15
This month I am featuring stamp sets with images other than flowers. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (June's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.

PAPER PUMPKIN
Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the May Paper Pumpkin kit. (See important note below.) Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by June 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by June 10, 2021

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

(May 4 - June 14, 2021)
Qualifying orders will receive Stampin’ Rewards, plus additional rewards! Hosts can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party or personal qualifying orders.

JOIN+ PROMOTION
(May 4 - May 31, 2021)
It’s a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! New team members get an additional $40 worth of products for only $99 USD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! I would love for you to join my team.

2021 MINI CATALOG

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)
The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, I still have copies. Message me for a copy. (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

2021-22 ANNUAL CATALOG
(May 4, 2021 - May 2, 2022)
The 2021-22 Annual Catalog is live now. If you do not already have a copy of the catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own!  (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)

Quick and Easy Handmade Card Featuring Sweet Strawberry Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. This week is super busy, but not too busy to whip up a card using the Sweet Strawberry Stamp Set/Punch Bundle. It was certainly worth the wait.

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Pacific Point cardstock. The random images of flowers and leaves are stamped on Basic White cardstock, cut 4" x 5 1/4".

The Granny Apple Green strip is 1 1/4" x 5 1/4" dry embossed using the Meadow Moments embossing folder. A skinny strip of Gold Foil is tucked along the right side to add some bling. The strawberries are inked in Poppy Parade and the stems are inked in Granny Apple Green, then punched using the coordinating Strawberry Builder Punch.

If you wanted to step this card up a bit more, those flowers and leaves could be stamped on scrap paper and are a match to the other two images on the Strawberry Builder Punch.

Choose your sentiment - I punched mine using the Label Me Fancy punch. I have used this technique many times recently with the ribbon tied sweetly with the linen thread. I really like it.

This was a fun card to make. I hope my project has inspired your creativity. I would love to see what you have created. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

sandee904@yahoo.com

sandee904.stampinup.net | sandee904.blogspot.com

Facebook: stampinwithsandee | Instagram/Pinterest: sandee904

SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

Sweet Strawberry Stamp Set • Item# 158231 | Bundle Item# 159523

Ink:

Brights Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Pacific Point • Item# 147096

Brights Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Granny Apple Green • Item# 146990

Brights Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Poppy Parade • Item# 147050

Paper:

Brights Collection Pacific Point Cardstock • Item# 111350

Brights Collection Granny Apple Green Cardstock • Item# 147095

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Gold Foil Sheets • Item# 132622 

Accessories/Tools:

Meadow Moments Embossing Folder • Item# 153126

Strawberry Builder Punch • Item# 154239 | Bundle Item# 159523

Label Me Fancy Punch • Item# 151297

White 1/4" (6.4 mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon • Item# 151326

Linen Thread • Item# 104199

Sponge Daubers • Item# 133773

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 and Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755 for this project. I also used Stampin' Dimensionals behind the sentiment • Item104430.

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Sweet Strawberry Card 0521" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring May 31, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER

(May 22, 2021 @ 11 AM) NOTE: No longer set for May 15

This month I am featuring stamp sets with images other than flowers. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (June's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the May Paper Pumpkin kit. Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by May 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more! (This month's kit includes 2 Stampin' Spots.)

Subscribe by June 10, 2021

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

(May 4 - June 14, 2021)

Qualifying orders will receive Stampin’ Rewards, plus additional rewards! Hosts can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party or personal qualifying orders.

JOIN+ PROMOTION

(May 4 - May 31, 2021)

It’s a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! New team members get an additional $40 worth of products for only $99 USD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! I would love for you to join my team.

2021 MINI CATALOG

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, I still have copies. Message me for a copy. (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

2021-22 ANNUAL CATALOG

(May 4, 2021 - May 2, 2022)

The 2021-22 Annual Catalog is live now. If you do not already have a copy of the catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own!  (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)

Simple Stamping Challenge Featuring Hey Birthday Chick Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Have you seen the new catalog yet. Beautiful cover and full of great stamp sets inside. Yes! Today I thought I would share this super cute card using the Hey Birthday Chick Stamp Set. Back in 2017, the companion Hey Chick Stamp Set was introduced as a Sale-A-Bration item. Turns out these wacky chickens are my favorite! The Simple Stamping Challenge is to create a card with stamps, ink and paper and one of the 3 themes for May allows the use of any stamp set in the new catalog. I love it!!

#simplestamping

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Basic White. The first mat layer is Blackberry Bliss cardstock, cut 4" x 5 1/4". The image is stamped on Basic White cardstock, cut 3 3/4" x 5". I colored using my Stampin' Blends. So simple.

Give the #simplestamping challenge a try!

Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope my project has inspired your creativity. I would love to see what you have created. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

sandee904@yahoo.com

sandee904.stampinup.net | sandee904.blogspot.com

Facebook: stampinwithsandee | Instagram/Pinterest: sandee904

SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

Hey Birthday Chick Stamp Set • Item# 154464

Ink:

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad • Item# 132708

Assorted Stampin' Blends

Paper:

Regals Collection Blackberry Bliss Cardstock • Item# 133675

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:

None

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 or Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Hey Birthday Chick 0521SS" Instruction Sheet.

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER

(May 22, 2021 @ 11 AM)*

*My apologies to my regular workshop participants, but i need to move our class from the 15th to the 22nd. I hope you can join us!

This month I am featuring stamp sets with images other than flowers. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (June's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.)

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the April Paper Pumpkin kit. (See important note below.) Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by May 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by May 10, 2021

CONNECT, CRAFT & COLLECT PROMOTION

(May 4 - June 14, 2021)

Qualifying orders will receive Stampin’ Rewards, plus additional rewards! Hosts can earn Stampin’ Rewards based on order totals for an entire party or personal qualifying orders.

JOIN+ PROMOTION

(May 4 - May 31, 2021)

It’s a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! New team members get an additional $40 worth of products for only $99 USD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! I would love for you to join my team.

2021 MINI CATALOG

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, I still have copies. Message me for a copy. (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

2021-22 ANNUAL CATALOG

(May 4, 2021 - May 2, 2022)

The 2021-22 Annual Catalog is live now. If you do not already have a copy of the catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own!  (Click the link on the sidebar for a virtual copy.)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)

Simple Stamping Challenge Featuring Hooray to You Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. For my last card this month featuring retiring stamp sets, I am using the Hooray to You Stamp Set. I have used this stamp set many times for quick and easy birthday cards, but this is the first time I have shared them with you here. The April Simple Stamping Challenge is to create a card with stamps, ink and paper using retiring product. This is a must have stamp set, especially for #simplestamping, and I think you will agree!

#simplestamping

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"); one card in Mango Melody and one card in Misty Moonlight, The Basic White layer is cut 3 3/4" x 5" with a 1/2" strip of coordinating DSP along the left side. The images and sentiment are stamped in Mango Melody and Misty Moonlight.

This is a peek at the inside sentiment. So simple. Give the #simplestamping challenge a try!

Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope my project has inspired your creativity. I would love to see what you have created. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.
Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!
Sandy
✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 
sandee904@yahoo.com
sandee904.stampinup.net | sandee904.blogspot.com
Facebook: stampinwithsandee | Instagram/Pinterest: sandee904

SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS
All the supplies used to create this card can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:
Hooray to You Stamp Set • Item# 152533 (retiring)

Ink:
2020-22 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Misty Moonlight • Item# 153118
Brights Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Mango Melody • Item# 147093

Paper:
2020-22 In Color Collection Misty Moonlight Cardstock • Item# 153081 (retiring)
2020-22 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 153070 (retiring)
Brights Collection Mango Melody Cardstock • Item# 146989
Brights 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 152487
Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:
None

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 or Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Hooray to You 0421" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring April 30, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER
(May 15, 2021 @ 11 AM)
For the month of May, I will be featuring cards using the Thinking of You theme. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (May's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.)

PAPER PUMPKIN
Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the April Paper Pumpkin kit. (See important note below.) Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by May 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by May 10, 2021

*Extraordinary shipping delays of certain product included in the April Paper Pumpkin, has delayed invoicing and delivery of Paper Pumpkin. It should not be too much longer. If you have any questions, message me for more details.

2021 MINI CATALOG
(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)
The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own.

2020-21 ANNUAL CATALOG
(Retiring May 3, 2021)
All good things must come to an end. The 2020-21 Annual Catalog will retire on May 3, 2021, and although many of the great products will carry over, many will not and will only be available while supplies last. The retiring product list is out. Click here to shop those items. And don't forget to check out the Clearance Rack. New products were added on Tuesday!

BUTTERFLY BRILLIANCE COLLECTION EARLY RELEASE WITH EXCLUSIVE DSP + SPECIALTY PAPER
(March 2, 2021 - May 3, 2021)
The early release of this beautiful butterfly collection that will be in the new 2021-22 Annual Catalog is available to customers now. The exclusive DSP has already sold out, but I understand that the specialty paper is still available while supplies last. (Do I need to say it? Time is of the essence!)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :) 

April Paper Crafting Blog Hop

Hello, my crafty friends. Welcome to the April Paper Crafting Blog Hop! I am participating in this blog hop with fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrators from across the globe! You might be starting the blog hop right now, or you may be coming from Maureen Rauchfuss's blog. Great project, Maureen! Welcome one and all.

The theme for this month's blog hop is "thinking of you-girls" and if you have been following my blog the last few weeks, you know that I have been featuring some of my favorite retiring product that maybe I have not shown all the LOVE they have deserved over the past (catalog) year. Today I am using the retiring Pretty Perennials Stamp Set (retires June 30) and the 2020-22 In Color Designer Series Paper (retires May 3).

The card base is a side fold, portrait A2 (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, cut in half at 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4") in Magenta Madness cardstock. (Personal note: This color is really growing on me!) The second layer is the 2020-22 In Color 6" X 6" DSP (dots side) cut 4" x 5 1/4". The reverse of the 3/4" wide scrap of the DSP provides some additional dimension behind the main image.

The super cute flowers are stamped in alternating Misty Moonlight and second generation Magenta Madness; the stems and leaves are stamped in Just Jade on Basic White cardstock and trimmed with the largest rectangle die from the Stitched So Sweetly dies.

The sentiment is stamped in Magenta Madness and the "happy" sentiment is stamped in Tuxedo Black, then fussy cut and raised up on mini dimensionals (it may be hard to see this dimension in the picture).

This is a fairly simple card highlighting second generation stamping technique, masking, and fussy cutting.

So, now it is time to check out the great project by our next blog hopper, Julia Mazur.

This is a full list of our bloggers this month and their links in case you find yourself off track:

Shirley Merker

Tracy Held

Annette McMillan

Sandra Roberts

Joy Nelson

Terri Stewart

Maureen Rauchfuss

Sandy Ward  [YOU ARE HERE]

Julia Mazur

Krissi Hannahs

Thank you for stopping by my blog today!  I hope my project has inspired your creativity. Feel free to leave a positive comment below with a trail to find you so I can find your creations out on the "www" - I look forward to it.

Also, be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used in the card above can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

Pretty Perennials Stamp Set • Item# 154435 | Bundle Item# 156234 (The coordinating Perennial Petals Dies were not used to make this card, but you save 10% if you purchase these as a bundle!)

Ink:

2020-22 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Magenta Madness • Item# 153117

2020-22 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Misty Moonlight • Item# 153118

2020-22 In Color Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Just Jade • Item# 153115

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad • Item# 132708

Paper:

2020-22 In Color Collection Cardstock Magenta Madness • Item# 153080

2020-22 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment • Item# 153070

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

Accessories/Tools:

NOTE: I have been ultra-conservative in my projects during these extraordinary times as so many of my customers do not have a die cutting machine so I always offer an alternative idea for any die used in my projects. 

Although I did not use the coordinating Perennial Petals Dies • Item# 154321 on this card, I did use the largest rectangle die from the Stitched So Sweetly Dies • Item# 151690 so alternatively you could use a piece of Basic White cardstock, cut 3" x 4".

Don't forget to add your favorite adhesive and a new pair of paper snips for super easy fussy cutting. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813 and Paper Snips • Item# 103579.

I would appreciate it if you use the host code found on the sidebar of my blog when ordering through my online store, however, do NOT use this Host Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $25 or more, and you would like to receive an instruction sheet with dimensions and detailed directions, please send me an email with a request for the "Pretty Perennials 041721" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring April 30, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

MONTHLY WORKSHOP REMINDER

(May 15, 2021 @ 11 AM)

For the month of May, I will be featuring cards using the Thinking of You theme. Keep motivated and crafting this month - I am so looking forward to seeing your creations. Take a picture of the cards you make and share with us all in the comments during my Facebook Live. For everyone that places an order of $25 or more using the monthly host code (see the sidebar), I will send you the next month's (May's) workshop card kits in advance of the workshop.)

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the March Paper Pumpkin kit. Be sure to Like and Follow my Facebook page for discussions with other Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Not a subscriber already? No problem. Contact me and let's get you signed up by May 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Subscribe by May 10, 2021

2021 MINI CATALOG

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

The January-June 2021 Mini Catalog is chock full of great products and inspiration. If you do not already have a copy of the Jan-June Mini Catalog, and do not already have a  demonstrator, it would be my pleasure to be your enabler (er, I mean demonstrator) and send you a copy of your very own.

2020-21 ANNUAL CATALOG

(Retiring May 3, 2021)

All good things must come to an end. The 2020-21 Annual Catalog will retire on May 3, 2021, and although many of the great products will carry over, many will not and will only be available while supplies last. The retiring product list is out. Click here to shop those items.

BUTTERFLY BRILLIANCE COLLECTION EARLY RELEASE WITH EXCLUSIVE DSP + SPECIALTY PAPER

(March 2, 2021 - May 3, 2021)

The early release of this beautiful butterfly collection that will be in the new 2021-22 Annual Catalog is available to customers now. Both the DSP and the specialty paper will only be available while supplies last. (Do I need to say it? Time is of the essence!)

As always, if you have any questions, or need any assistance, contact me in your favorite method of communication. :)