Quick and Easy Handmade Card Featuring Pattern Play Stamp Set and Heart Punch Pack

Hello, my crafty friends. What do we want to do today? Still Valentine's cards? Well, I wanted to start showing some cards using the Playing with Patterns Suite (AC pp. 100-102), but we can do both!

This first card showcases several stamp images from the Pattern Play SS -- two are the hearts image outline and the hearts image fill. I used a second generation stamp of the fill image so that the outline image was darker. The background mat is a sheet of the coordinating Playing with Patterns 6 x 6 DSP. The focal image is simply a build of the Heart Punch Pack.

This second card features repeating images across the entire front panel stamped in Memento Ink. I used the Watercolor Pencils to color them and a Blender Pen to smooth out the color. I wanted to use the pencils to show that it is possible to make a beautiful card even if you do not have multiple stamp pads. Again the background mat is a sheet of the coordinating Playing with Patterns 6 x 6 DSP. The focal image is a build of the Heart Punch Pack like above.

There are no sentiments on either card so that I could add my sentiment on the inside panel.

As I mentioned in last Saturday's workshop, we will be using the Pattern Play SS to make a couple of cards at the February workshop (Sat. Feb. 20). I recommend purchasing the coordinating dies, Playful Alphabet, to take advantage of the discount, however, I will not be using the dies during our virtual workshop to prevent excluding those crafty fans that do not have a die cut machine -- but you really should consider purchasing the new Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (there is even a mini version!).

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(s) above can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

Pattern Play Stamp Set • Item# 152523 / Bundle Item# 154087

Ink:

Subtles Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Calypso Coral • Item# 147101

Regals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Crushed Curry • Item# 147087

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad • Item# 132708

Paper:

Playing with Patterns 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper • Item# 152490

Subtles Collection Calypso Coral • Item# 111915

Regals Collection Crushed Curry • Item# 131199

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)

Playful Alphabet Dies • Item# 152706* | Bundle Item# 154087 (Note: We did not use the dies on these cards)

Heart Punch Pack • Item# 151292

Watercolor Pencils • Item# 141709

 *Calypso Coral

Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2 • Item# 149014

 *Crushed Curry

Blender Pen • Item# 126185 

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Expiring Jan. 30, 2021

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2021 MINI CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

If you have placed an order from me over the past year, you should have received a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail. If you 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.

SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)

I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! If you received the Mini Catalog, you were also on the list to receive the SAB flyer.

Sale-A-Bration ("SAB") is Stampin' Up!'s way to thank its customers and demonstrators.

  o  SHOP - For every $50 spent on any Stampin’ Up! products (before tax and shipping), choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration product. There’s no limit! Choose something amazing for free with every $50 purchase, or spend $100 to chose between two upgraded selections!

  o  HOST - Place a party order or personal order over $300 to earn the exclusive Punch Party Stamp Set for FREE. It coordinates with three (3) punches that you might already have in your collection!!

  o  JOIN - In addition to enjoying discounts and the creativity of many Stampin' Up! demonstrators, build your own Starter Kit by picking $125 worth of products for just $99, and you will also receive for FREE an assortment of five of the new 6" x 6" stacks of Designer Series paper (only available to new demonstrators/not available for purchase!!). I would love for you to join my team! Click "JOIN" or message me for complete details.

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

January Paper Crafting Blog Hop - Lots of Heart Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Welcome to the January Paper Crafting Blog Hop! I am participating in this blog hop with fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrators from across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia! You might be starting the blog hop right now, or you may be coming from Sandra Roberts' blog. Great project, Sandra! Welcome one and all.

For this month's blog hop, we are all featuring product from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog. Have you seen this catalog yet? Oh My! It is huge -- 91 pages of goodness! I have been busy crafting with those suites that focus on Valentine's day, with love and hearts, and pinks and reds, and gingham! You know I love gingham and I could not resist the gingham heart in the new Lots of Heart Bundle (JJ21, p. 15).

True to the name of this stamp set, I decided to surround my gingham heart stamped in Blushing Bride with lots of hearts! Love the heart charm accent (JJ21, p. 11) and the Blushing Bride Baker's Twine (JJ21, p. 55).

In this second card I followed the same design. The Blushing Bride elements are now in Flirty Flamingo. I felt like the Balmy Blue mat conflicted with the Flirty Flamingo so it is excluded.

Let me know which one you prefer.

Tip: Keep the negative from the die cut strip of hearts to facilitate placement while adhering the hearts with glue.

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
Annette McMillan
Sue Boerner
Amber Meulenbelt
Terri Stewart
Krissi Hannah
Julia Mazur
Nancy Reynolds
Maureen Rauchfuss
Sandra Roberts
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.

Be sure to check out the Business News section below - there is lots of information and updates to share, including a discussion on free products from the Sale-A-Bration flyer with each $50 purchase.

Stamp On!!

Sandy

✂️✂️✂️ #ilovepapercrafts ✂️✂️✂️ 

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Stamps:

Lots of Heart Stamp Set • Item# 154348| Bundle Item# 156202

Ink:

Subtles Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Blushing Bride • Item# 147100

Subtles Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Balmy Blue • Item# 147105 (sponging on bird wing)

Paper:

Regals Collection Real Red Cardstock • Item# 102482

Subtles Collection Blushing Bride Cardstock • Item# 131198

Subtles Collection Balmy Blue Cardstock • Item# 146982

Subtles Collection Pear Pizzazz Cardstock • Item# 131201

Basics Collection Whisper White Cardstock • Item# 100730

Card #2

Ink:

Subtles Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Flirty Flamingo • Item# 147052

Paper:

Subtles Collection Flirty Flamingo Cardstock • Item# 141416

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)

Many Hearts Dies • Item# 154308* | Bundle Item# 156202

Stitched Be Mine Dies* • Item# 151814

Heart Charms • Item# 154282

Snail Mail Twine Combo (Baker's Twine) • Item# 154579

*Alternates:

Heart Punch Pack • Item# 151292

Resin Hearts • Item# 154578

-Use an array of the Real Red and Basic White hearts, along with small heart stamp to replace the small die cut hearts and flowers

Multipurpose Liquid Glue • Item# 110755

Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 "Lots of Heart 012021" Instruction Sheet.

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2021 MINI CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

If you have placed an order from me over the past year, you should have received a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail recently. If you 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.

SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)

I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! If you received the Mini Catalog, you were also on the list to receive the SAB flyer/booklet.

Sale-A-Bration ("SAB") is Stampin' Up!'s way to thank its customers and demonstrators.

  o  SHOP - For every $50 spent on any Stampin’ Up! products (before tax and shipping), choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration product. There’s no limit! Choose something amazing for free with every $50 purchase, or spend $100 for access to two upgraded selections!

  o  HOST - Place a party order or personal order over $300 to earn the exclusive Punch Party Stamp Set for FREE. It coordinates with three (3) punches that you might already have in your collection!!

  o  JOIN - In addition to enjoying discounts and the creativity of many Stampin' Up! demonstrators, build your own Starter Kit by picking $125 worth of products for just $99, and you will also receive for FREE an assortment of five of the new 6" x 6" stacks of Designer Series paper (only availble to new demonstrators/not available for purchase!!). I would love for you to join my team! Click "JOIN" or message me for complete details.

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

Handmade Card Featuring Lots of Heart Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Today I want to share a quick handmade card using the Lots of Heart Stamp Set.

Nothing too fancy. I used a fun fold to add some challenge, but it can easily be a standard A2 landscape card front.

Quick picture of the inside.

This month's workshop (Sat., Jan. 16 @ 11 am) we will be making this card, plus one more. If you do not have this stamp set, or the Heartfelt Stamp Set, the designs are easy to replicate with any stamp sets and punches from your personal collection.

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

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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

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

Stamps:

Lots of Heart Stamp Set • Item# 154348

Ink:

Brights Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Flirty Flamingo • Item# 147052

Paper:

Brights 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper • Item# 152487

Brights Collection Flirty Flamingo Cardstock • Item# 141416

Basic White Cardstock • Item# 159276

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 "Lots of Heart 0121" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring Jan. 30, 2021

BUSINESS NEWS

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the January 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 February 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more! (Purchase a 3-, 6-, or 12-month prepaid subscription to earn Sale-A-Bration rewards too!!)

2021 MINI CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

If you have placed an order from me over the past year, should have received a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail recently. If you 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.

SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)

I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! If you received the Mini Catalog, you were also on the list to receive the SAB catalog.

Sale-A-Bration ("SAB") is Stampin' Up!'s way to thank its customers and demonstrators.

  o  SHOP - For every $50 spent on any Stampin’ Up! products (before tax and shipping), choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration product. There’s no limit! Choose something amazing for free with every $50 purchase, or spend $100 for access to two upgraded selections!

  o  HOST - Place a party order or personal order over $300 to earn the exclusive Punch Party Stamp Set for FREE. It coordinates with three (3) punches that you might already have in your collection!!

  o  JOIN - In addition to enjoying discounts and the creativity of many Stampin' Up! demonstrators, build your own Starter Kit by picking $125 worth of products for just $99, and you will also receive for FREE an assortment of five of the new 6" x 6" stacks of Designer Series paper (only available to new demonstrators/not available for purchase!!). I would love for you to join my team! Click "JOIN" or message me for complete details.

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

Handmade Card Featuring Heartfelt Stamp Set and Heart Punch Pack

Hello, my crafty friends. Hard to believe that with today's Blog post, I start my fourth year of my commitment to seriously putting my cards and ideas out in the virtual world. My wish is that I have inspired you in some way to get crafty!

This month we will focus on Valentine's Day cards and today's card is a CASE of the "beginner" stamper card (AC p. 76) featuring the Heartfelt Stamp Set and Heart Punch Pack (Bundle pricing - 10% discount - is available!).

Beginner Card CASE, AC p. 76

The card in the catalog uses Petal Pink CS and Terracotta Tile Classic Ink, but I wanted to use this flower sheet from the Flowers for Every Season 6" x 6" DSP so I used Blushing Bride CS and Poppy Parade CS and Classic Ink.

You may also notice that the "Stepped Up" cards on page 76 are also paired with the coordinating ribbon, DSP, dies and embossing folder from the Ornate Garden Suite Collection (AC pp. 64-67). If you have this collection, great! I just wanted to demonstrate that you have the freedom to use whatever product you may have in your collection.

I will be using this stamp set/bundle and the new Lots of Heart Stamp Set at our Paper Crafting Workshop via Zoom on January 16. If you do not have either of these stamp sets, the designs will be easy to replicate with stamp sets and punches from your personal collection.

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
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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS
All the supplies used in the card(s) above can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:
Heartfelt Stamp Set • Item# 151417 | Bundle Item# 153775 

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

Paper:
Flowers for Every Season 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper • Item# 152486
Brights Collection Poppy Parade Cardstock • Item# 119793
Subtles Collection Blushing Bride Cardstock • Item# 131198
Basics Collection Whisper White Cardstock • Item# 100730

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)
-None-

Heart Punch Pack • Item# 151292
1-1/2" Circle Punch • Item# 138299

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 "Heartfelt 0121" Instruction Sheet.

Click to Shop | Expiring Jan. 30, 2021

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PAPER PUMPKIN
Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the December 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 January 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

Click to subscribe by Jan. 10, 2021

2021 MINI CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)
If you have placed an order from me over the past year, should have received a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail recently. If you 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.

SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG - NOW LIVE!!
(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)
I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! If you received the Mini Catalog, you were also on the list to receive the SAB catalog.
Sale-A-Bration ("SAB") is Stampin' Up!'s way to thank its customers and demonstrators.

• SHOP - For every $50 spent on any Stampin’ Up! products (before tax and shipping), choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration product. There’s no limit! Choose something amazing for free with every $50 purchase, or spend $100 for access to two upgraded selections!

• HOST - Place a party order or personal order over $300 to earn the exclusive Punch Party Stamp Set for FREE. It coordinates with three (3) punches that you might already have in your collection!!

• JOIN - In addition to enjoying discounts and the creativity of many Stampin' Up! demonstrators, build your own Starter Kit by picking $125 worth of products for just $99, and you will also receive for FREE an assortment of five of the new 6" x 6" stacks of Designer Series paper (only available to new demonstrators/not available for purchase!!). I would love for you to join my team! Click "JOIN" or message me for complete details.

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

Quick and Easy Cards Featuring So Sentimental Stamp Set

Hello, my crafty friends. Clearing off my craft table this weekend from all the holiday projects (and, boy, what a mess!), I decided to use my scraps for a couple of quick and easy cards using the So Sentimental Stamp Set and Stitched So Sweetly Dies.

The card on the left uses small scraps from three different sheets of the Warm Hugs Designer Series Paper. The left panel is cut 2 1/2" x 3 7/8" and the right panel is cut 1 3/8" x 3 7/8". The bottom panel is cut 4" x 1 1/4".

The card on the right uses small scraps of Real Red Cardstock. These pieces were cut using the Stitched Rectangle Dies -- the top 2 panels are #3 of the 8-die set and the bottom panel is #4 of 4-die set. In keeping with my plan to use my scraps, I was not able to work out a design for the Stitched So Sweetly Dies, but obviously that was the original plan. This alternate worked out fine, I think. (I share dimensions below in case you do not have the dies.)

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

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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

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

Stamps:

So Sentimental Stamp Set • Item# 151691 | Bundle Item# 153828 

Ink:

Tuxedo Black Memento Pad • Item# 132708

Neutrals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Mossy Meadow • Item# 147111 (Card #2 Confetti)

Regals Collection Classic Stampin' Real Red • Item# 147084 (Card #2 Confetti)

Paper:

Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper • Item# 153492

Regals Collection Real Red Cardstock • Item# 102482

Neutrals Collection Mossy Meadow Cardstock • Item# 133676

Basics Collection Whisper White Cardstock • Item# 100730

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)

Stitched So Sweetly Dies • Item# 151690*

Stitched Rectangles Dies • Item# 151820*

Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels • Item# 146924

Alternatives:

Paper Trimmer • Item# 152392

 *If you do not have the Stitched So Sweetly Dies or the Stitched Rectangles Dies, you can easily cut these pieces using a paper trimmer. (Card #1 cuts are provided above. Card #2 cuts: DSP mat is 4" x 5 1/4", top 2 panels are 1 3/4" x 3 1/4" and the bottom panel is 3 3/4" x 1 5/8".)

2 1/4" Circle Punch • Item# 143720

2" Circle Punch • Item# 133782

 *Again, if you do not have the Stitched So Sweetly Dies, you likely already these basic circle punches in your collection.

Don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 "So Sentimental 123020" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring Dec. 30, 2020

BUSINESS NEWS

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the December 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 January 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

YEAR-END CLOSEOUT SALE HAPPENING NOW + WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

Deep discounts on your favorite products from the August–December 2020 Mini Catalog—and as an extra bonus—you’ll get a peek at the list of items carrying over to the new annual catalog. Retiring items are while supplies last. Please use this month's host code and I will reward you with something special. Do you need assistance in placing an order? Message me. I am here to help.

CURVY CELEBRATIONS EARLY RELEASE + EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY DSP

Have you seen the beautiful and creative cards demonstrators have been showcasing with this Suite? Now through January 4, 2021, you are able to purchase the Curvy Celebrations stamp sets and dies through an early release promotion. (Note: The exclusive Classic Christmas 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper is only available during the early-release promotion and the stamp sets and dies will be available in the next catalog.) Message me for more details.

NEW 2021 MINI CATALOG COMING SOON

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

If you have placed an order from me over the past year, should have received a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail recently. If you 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.

ALSO, NEW SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG COMING SOON

(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)

I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! If you received the Mini Catalog, you were also on the list to receive the SAB catalog.

JOIN MY TEAM

Sale-A-Bration is also a great time to join Stampin' UP! In addition to picking product for your starter kit ($99, includes $125 of product, plus business supplies and free shipping!), advance access to new product, and access to a worldwide, creative team of demonstrators and experience, you will also receive 5 packs of DSP at no additional charge during Sale-A-Bration. Message me for more details.

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

Simple Stamping Challenge Featuring So Sentimental and Nothing's Better Than Stamp Sets

Hello, my crafty friends. The holidays are right around the corner now. I have just a couple more gift tags to make, but done with my holiday cards and decorations. Whew!! How about you?

This month's Simple Stamping Challenge from Stampin' Up! is to create a congratulations or celebration card using stamps, ink and paper. I think we can handle that! For my card today, I have paired two stamp sets together. I love the sentiments from the So Sentimental Stamp Set and the super cute, retro coffee cup from the Nothing's Better Than Stamp Set.

The image stamps in the Nothing's Better Than Stamp Set are "two-step" stamps - meaning that two stamps complete the image. In this particular stamp set, the one stamp is the outline image and the other stamp fills in the image. What a great stamp set inspired by Million Sales Achiever Connie Stewart. (Congrats to Connie Stewart for reaching $1M in sales!)

Can you spot the ink technique on this card? I used second generation stamping on the solid image filling the coffee cups. Even though Soft Suede is a lighter shade of brown, it still seemed too dark. The second generation stamping, or stamping off 1x, is just the right color!

Give the #SimpleStamping challenge a try!

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

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SUPPLIES/CARD DETAILS

All the supplies used in this #simplestamping project can be ordered through my online store.

Stamps:

So Sentimental Stamp Set • Item# 151691 | Bundle Item# 153828 

Nothing's Better Than Stamp Set • Item# 152507 | Bundle Item# 154061 

Ink:

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

Neutrals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Early Espresso • Item# 147114

Neutrals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Soft Suede • Item# 147115

Paper:

Brights Collection Poppy Parade Cardstock • Item# 119793

Subtles Collection Pear Pizzazz • Item# 131201

Basics Collection Whisper White Cardstock • Item# 100730

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)

NONE -- Remember, this is #SimpleStamping my friends, but don't forget your favorite adhesive. I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813

Quick list of dimensions: A2 top fold card base/landscape (8 1/2" x 11" sheet, scored at 4 1/4", cut at 5 1/2") in Pear Pizzazz cardstock; mat is piece of Poppy Parade cardstock (cut 3 x 4 3/4");  x 5 1/4"); images stamped on Whisper White cardstock (cut 3 1/4 x 4 1/4).

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 Better Than 1220" Instruction Sheet.

Expiring Dec. 30, 2020

BUSINESS NEWS

PAPER PUMPKIN

Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the December 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 January 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more!

YEAR-END CLOSEOUT SALE HAPPENING NOW + WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

Deep discounts on your favorite products from the August–December 2020 Mini Catalog—and as an extra bonus—you’ll get a peek at the list of items carrying over to the new annual catalog. Retiring items are while supplies last. Please use this month's host code and I will reward you with something special. Do you need assistance in placing an order? Message me. I am here to help.

CURVY CELEBRATIONS EARLY RELEASE + EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY DSP

Have you seen the beautiful and creative cards demonstrators have been showcasing with this Suite? Now through January 4, 2021, you are able to purchase the Curvy Celebrations stamp sets and dies through an early release promotion. (Note: The exclusive Classic Christmas 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper is only available during the early-release promotion and the stamp sets and dies will be available in the next catalog.) Message me for more details.

NEW 2021 MINI CATALOG COMING SOON

(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)

If you have placed an order from me over the past year, you will receive a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail sometime during the middle to the end of December. If you 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.

ALSO, NEW SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG COMING SOON

(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)

I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! Next year, Sale-A-Bration (SAB) will be held twice with the first promotion scheduled to run January 4 through February 28. You should have received your SAB catalog by now as well.

If you have a question, or need to know whether or not you are scheduled to receive your copy of the new catalogs automatically in the mail this month, don't stress, just send me a message. 

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

December Paper Crafting Blog Hop - Warm Hugs Bundle

Hello, my crafty friends. Welcome to the December 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 Sandra Roberts' blog. Great project, Sandra! Welcome one and all.

For this month's blog hop, we are all featuring gift packaging ideas using any current Stampin' Up! catalog product from either the Annual Catalog or the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog. When the Mini Catalog first came out, I chose the Warm Hugs Bundle for my gift giving this year. I have shared many projects and gift-giving ideas with this Suite over the last several months. Today, I am decorating a Mini Pizza Box. I reproduced the design on one of my recent cards for the box.

Need some ideas for gifts that will fit in your Mini Pizza Box? Try one of your large, homemade chocolate chip cookies (the interior of the box is moisture resistant), or how about a set of your 3x3 handmade cards with envelopes, or a set of matching gift tags, or even a merchant gift card. They all will fit perfectly. There are even Gold Mini Pizza Boxes. Plus, this year there are Mini Paper Pumpkin Boxes! So many choices.

This gift packaging idea is super easy for you to recreate: the box top is 3 1/2" x 3 1/2", the DSP is 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" (then cut it in half at 1 5/8" in order to show off the "B" side). The trim in the center is a strip of Pear Pizzazz Cardstock and Vellum Cardstock, both die cut with one of the "wraps" dies. Along the sides of the box is a 3/4" strip of the DSP (cut 4 strips 3 1/2" long). If you prefer a detailed instruction sheet, please just let me know.

Quick tips for my favorite ribbon from the Mini Catalog - the Real Red Braided Linen Trim: 1) It can be curled (use the bone folder!) or 2) It can be separated and used individually (see tag, image below). So fun!

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
Annette McMillan
Sue Boerner
Martina Auer
Terri Stewart
Krissi Hannah
Julia Mazur
Maureen Rauchfuss
Sandra Roberts
Sandy Ward  (YOU ARE HERE!!)

Thank you for stopping by my blog today!  I hope my project has sparked 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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Stamps:
Warm Hugs Stamp Set • Item# 153478 | Bundle Item# 155145

Ink:
Regals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Real Red • Item# 147084
Neutrals Collection Classic Stampin' Pad Soft Suede • Item# 147115

Paper:
Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper • Item# 153492
Regals Collection Real Red Cardstock • Item# 102482
Subtles Collection Pear Pizzazz • Item# 131201
Neutrals Collection Mossy Meadow Cardstock • Item# 133676
Neutrals Collection Crumb Cake Cardstock •  Item# 120953
Basics Collection Whisper White Cardstock • Item# 100730
Vellum Cardstock • Item# 101856

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)
Warm Wraps Dies • Item# 153521* | Bundle Item# 155145
Layering Circles Dies** • Item# 151770
Mini Pizza Boxes • Item# 144645
Real Red 3/16" (4.8 mm) Braided Linen Trim • Item# 153546
Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels • Item# 146924
Your favorite adhesive, however, I recommend the new Stampin' Seal • Item# 152813

Alternatives:
Paper Snips • Item# 103579
 *If you do not have the Warm Wraps Dies, you simply must get a pair of Paper Snips for fussy cutting the cute candy canes and the coffee cup!
1 1/2" Circle Punch • Item# 138299
 **If you do not have the Layering Circle Dies, you likely already have the 1 1/2" Circle Punch in your collection.

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 Hostess Code if your order already qualifies for Stampin' Rewards ($150 USD). If your order is $20 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 "Warm Hugs 121620" Instruction Sheet.

BUSINESS NEWS

PAPER PUMPKIN
Hope you were able to subscribe in time for the December 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 January 10 in time for the next kit so that you do not miss out any more! (PS: There is an add on to the January Paper Pumpkin!! Check out my Facebook page for more details.)

YEAR-END CLOSEOUT SALE HAPPENING NOW + WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
Deep discounts on your favorite products from the August–December 2020 Mini Catalog—and as an extra bonus—you’ll get a peek at the list of items carrying over to the new annual catalog. Retiring items are while supplies last. Please use this month's host code and I will reward you with something special. Do you need assistance in placing an order? Message me. I am here to help.

CURVY CELEBRATIONS EARLY RELEASE + EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY DSP
Have you seen the beautiful and creative cards demonstrators have been showcasing with this Suite? Now through January 4, 2021, you are able to purchase the Curvy Celebrations stamp sets and dies through an early release promotion. (Note: The exclusive Classic Christmas 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper is only available during the early-release promotion and the stamp sets and dies will be available in the next catalog.) Message me for more details.

NEW 2021 MINI CATALOG COMING SOON
(January 4, 2021 - June 30, 2021)
If you have placed an order from me over the past year, you will receive a copy of the new January-June 2021 Mini Catalog (formerly called the Spring Mini Catalog) in the mail sometime during the middle to the end of December. If you 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.

ALSO, NEW SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG COMING SOON
(January 4, 2021 - February 28, 2021)
I am sure you all know about Stampin' Up!'s premier promotion -- Sale-A-Bration! Next year, Sale-A-Bration (SAB) will be held twice with the first promotion scheduled to run January 4 through February 28. I will be ordering SAB catalogs to be sent out to you next month as well.
If you have a question, or need to know whether or not you are scheduled to receive your copy of the new catalogs automatically in the mail next month, don't stress, just send me a message. 

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