Thursday, July 11, 2019

Thinking of You Bird Ballad

Stampin' Up! Products
  • Basic Black cardstock
    • Card base measures 4 3/16" x 11"
      • Scored at 5 1/2"
  • Old Olive cardstock
    • Card layer measures 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
      • Nest together dies #1 and #2
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4 3/16" x 3/8"
    • Banner measures 3 3/4" x 3/4"
  • Whisper White cardstock
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4 3/16" x 5 1/4"
    • Scrap for stamped bird
  • Bird Ballard Designer Series Paper
    • Card layer measures 3 3/4" x 5 1/16"
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4 3/16" x 1/4"
  • Free as a Bird stamp set
  • Memento black and Versamark ink
  • Stampin' Blends 
    • Crumb Cake
    • Daffodil Delight
    • Old Olive
    • Smoky Slate
  • Stitched Rectangle Framelits
  • Banner Triple punch
  • Heat Tool
  • Dimensionals

Wednesday, July 10, 2019

With Love & Caring

Stampin' Up! Products
  • Whisper White cardstock
    • Card base measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
      • Scored at 4 1/4"
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Scrap for sentiment and butterflies
  • Basic Black cardstock
    • Card layer measures 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5/8"
    • Scrap for scallop oval
  • Real Red cardstock
    • Scrap for flower
  • Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper
    • Card layers measure 1 3/16" x 3 3/4" (cut 3)
  • Everyday Chic Designer Series Paper
    • Card layer measures 3 7/8" x 1 3/16"
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 1/2"
  • Butterfly Gala and Thanks For Caring stamp sets
  • Memento Black ink
  • Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends
  • Real Red Woven Satin Ribbon
  • Butterfly Duet, Itty Bitty Accents, Large and Scallop Oval hand punches
  • Dimensionals
  • Black Jewel

Acetate Card Box Belly Band
  • Basic Black cardstock
    • Belly band measures 11" x 1"
    • Scrap for scallop oval
  • Real Red cardstock
    • Scrap for flower
  • Whisper White cardstock
    • Scrap for sentiment and butterfly (cut 2 and layer)
  • Everyday Chic Designer Series Paper
    • Belly band measures 11" x 3/4"
  • Put layers together and gently curl paper (like ribbon)
    • Score at 2 3/4", 3 3/8", 8", 8 5/8"
  • Butterfly Gala stamp set
  • To You and Yours stamp set
    • Paper Pumpkin November 2018
  • Memento Black ink
  • Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends
  • Butterfly Duet, Large and Scallop Oval hand punches
  • Dimensionals
  • Black Jewel

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Free As A Bird Tri Fold Card


I was inspired to create this card after viewing THIS YouTube video.  I have listed my measurements below.  I did find an error in one measurement stated in the video.

Stampin' Up! Products
  • Crumb Cake cardstock
    • Card base measures 10 1/2" x 5 1/2"
      • Follow video for cutting and scoring lines
  • Calypso Coral cardstock
    • Card layer measures 10 1/4" x 5 1/4"
      • Follow video for cutting
    • Card layer measures 3 1/4" x 2 3/4" (cut 2)
      • Apply one to back for writing sentiment
    • Scrap for flowers (cut 2 for added dimension)
  • Whisper White cardstock
    • Card layer measures 3" x 2 1/2" (cut 2)
      • One is for the back for additional sentiment
        • I do not attach this layer until after writing additional sentiment
  • Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper
    • Card layer measures 10" x 5"
      • Follow video for cutting
  • Free As A Bird stamp set
  • Memento black ink
  • Stampin' Blends
    • Calypso Coral
    • Crumb Cake
    • Daffodil Delight
    • Old Olive 
  • Itty Bitty Accents punch
  • Dimensionals
  • Pearl Basic Jewel (dyed black)

Monday, July 8, 2019

With Sympathy


Stampin' Up! Products
  • Old Olive cardstock
    • Card base measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
      • Scored at 4 1/4"
    • Scraps for leaves
  • Basic Black cardstock
    • Card layer 
      • Use Die #3
  • Whisper White cardstock
    • Card layer
      • Use Die #4
    • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Scraps for leaves
  • Flourishing Phrases stamp set
  • Old Olive ink
  • Bouquet Bunch and Stitched Rectangle Framelits
  • Old Olive Striped Organdy ribbon
  • Dimensionals

Sunday, July 7, 2019

Free As A Bird Bridge Card

Stampin' Up! Products
  • Calypso Coral cardstock
  • Old Olive cardstock
  • Whisper White cardstock
  • Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper
  • Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper
  • Beauty Abounds and Free As A Bird stamp sets
  • Memento black ink
  • Stampin' Blends
    • Calypso Coral
    • Color Lifter
    • Crumb Cake
    • Mint Macaron
    • Old Olive
    • Soft Suede
  • Layering Circles Framelits
  • Tear & Tape Adhesive
  • Dimensionals
The tutorial is only available with a $25 or more Stampin' Up! product purchase using my Hostess Code. My Hostess Code can be found at the top right of blog (desktop version).  EMAIL me if you are having trouble finding my current Hostess Code.

* Do not attach this back piece to the card.  Stamp the remaining sentiment and place a strip of Tear & Tape behind.  Do not attach until it is signed.

I cut out the birds using a Brother ScanNCut.  I didn't use thick cardstock (oops); I layered two together for strength and stability.



Saturday, July 6, 2019

Urban Garden

Stampin' Up! Products
  • Kiwi Kiss cardstock
    • Card base measures 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
      • Scored at 4 1/4"
    • Card layer measures 3 3/4" x 4 1/2"
    • Card layer measures 2 1/4" x 3 1/2" 
    • Card layer (inside) measures 5/8" x 4"
  • Baja Breeze cardstock
    • Scrap for flowers
    • Very Vanilla cardstock
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5 1/4" x 4"
      • Banner measures 3" x 1/2"
    • Urban Garden Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 5 1/4" x 4"
        • Using paper trimmer, cut 1/2" in from all sides
          • Repeat - Use paper trimmer and cut 1/2" from all sides
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 4"
    • Express yourself stamp set
    • Not Quite Navy black ink
    • Flower dies (non SU)
    • Dimensionals
    • Brads


    This is an illustration from another post.

    Friday, July 5, 2019

    Quick and Easy Card Design


    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Balmy Blue cardstock
      • Card base measures 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        • Scored at 4 1/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 5 1/4"
      • Scrap for behind butterfly (for added support)
    • Basic Black cardstock
      • Card layer measures 3 3/8" x 4 5/8"
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4"
      • Scrap for sentiment
    • Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 3/8" x 5 1/4"
      • Punch one large and small butterfly from other design
    • Party Pants stamp set
    • Memento black ink
    • Circle and scallop circle dies (non SU)
    • Butterfly Duet punch
    • Dimensionals

    Thursday, July 4, 2019

    Thinking of You Flap Card

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • So Saffron cardstock
      • Card base measures 6 3/4" x 5 1/2"
        • Scored at 2 1/2"
      • Card layer (inside right panel) measures 1 3/4" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer (flap) measures 4 5/8" x 1 3/4"
        • Scored at 2 3/4"
        • Apply Tear & Tape the short portion and attach to card
      • Scrap for butterfly
    • Pacific Point cardstock
      • Card layer (left panel) measures 2 1/4" x 5 1/4"
      • Card layer measures 5 1/4" x 2 1/4"
        • Once you have added the DSP and Whisper White cardstock to the section; place Tear & Tape on the backside to prevent flap for lifting these layers and attach to card
      • Card layer (front flap) measures 2 1/2" x 1 1/2"
      • Scrap for butterfly
        • Use liquid glue when attaching to card.
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card layer (inside) measures 2 1/16"
    • Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer (left panel) measures 2 1/8" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1 3/4" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer (flap) measures 2 3/8" x 1 3/8"
    • Good Morning Magnolia stamp set
    • Memento black ink
    • Butterfly die (non SU)
    • Tear & Tape adhesive
    • Black jewels






    Wednesday, July 3, 2019

    Stampin' Up! Bonus Day Doubled


    Stampin' Up! Bonus Days Are Here


    Wait - there is more savings from me

    For every $50 you spend July 1-31 (using my Hostess Code*) you will receive a reimbursement from me for $5.
    In summary - your savings will be 20%.

    For every $50 you spend you will receive $10 in bonuses.  How does it work?

    1. After your July (not August) order using my Hostess Code is shipped, I will reimburse you (through direct check or PayPal) $5 for every $50.
    2. Stampin' Up! Bonus Days to be used in August $5

    * Hostess Code is located on the top, right-side corner of my blog.

    Tuesday, July 2, 2019

    Quick and Easy Baby Card


    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Brocade Blue cardstock
      • Card base measures 4 1/4" x 11"
        • Scored at 5 1/2"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 1/2"
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card layer measures 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 3 3/4" x 5 1/4"
    • Build-A-Bear Pawsitively Prints Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 3 3/4" x 5 1/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 3 7/8" x 3/8"
      • Scrap for stamped bow and ribbon die cuts
    • Bring on the Presents stamp set
    • Brocade Blue ink
    • All the Presents Thinlits
    • Tangerine Tango Baker's Twine
    • Dimensionals

    Sunday, June 30, 2019

    Any Occasion Garden Impressions


    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Powder Pink cardstock
      • Card base measures 4 1/4" x 11"
        • Scored at 5 1/2"
      • Pacific Point cardstock
        • Use die #3 and #6
          • Nest together to maximize usage
        • Card layer (inside) measures 5/8" x 5 1/4"
      • Whisper White cardstock
        • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4'
      • Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper
        • Use die #4 and #7
          • Cut using #7 first
        • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 5 1/4"
      • Memento Black ink
      • Stitched Rectangle Framelits
      • Pretty in Pink Gingham ribbon (retired)
      • Dimensionals

    Friday, June 28, 2019

    Floral Hello

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Rich Razzleberry cardstock
      • Card base measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        • Scored at 4 1/4"
      • Card layer measures 4 7/8" x 3 1/2"
        • Use #2 die
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5/8" x 4"
    • Old Olive cardstock
      • Banner measures 1/2" x 1"
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card layer measures 4 1/2" x 3 3/4"
        • Use #3 die
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5 1/4" x 4"
    • Rich Razzleberry Patterns Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 4" x 5 1/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1 1/2" x 4"
    • Floral Statements stamp set
    • Memento Black ink
    • Stampin' Blends
      • Daffodil Delight
      • Mossy Meadow
      • Rich Razzleberry
    • Stitched Rectangle Framelits
    • Pearl Basic Jewels

    Wednesday, June 26, 2019

    Quick and Easy Card Layout

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card base measures 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        • Scored at 4 1/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5 1/4" x 4"
      • Scrap for sentiment
    • Cherry Cobbler cardstock
      • Scrap for flowers (one inside)
    • Old Olive cardstock
      • Card layer measures 4 3/4" x 3 1/2"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5/8" x 4"
      • Scrap for sprigs and scallop circle
    • Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 4 5/8" x 3 3/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 4"
    • Refuge and Strength stamp set
    • Memento black ink
    • 2 3/4" Circle Scallop and Itty Bitty Accents punches
    • Sprig punch (non SU)
    • Pearl Basic Jewels
    • Coordinating crochet thread
    • Dimensionals

    Tuesday, June 25, 2019

    I thought of you today....

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Grapefruit Grove cardstock
      • Card base measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"*
        • Score at 5 7/8"
      • Scrap for punch out of large butterfly
        • For support under DSP punch out
    • Basic Black cardstock
      • Card layer measures 2 3/8" x 5 1/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 2 3/4" x 5 1/4"
    • Whisper White cardstock
    • Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 2 1/8" x 5"
      • Card layer measures 3/8" x 5"
      • Punch one large and small butterfly
    • Climbing Roses stamp set
    • Memento black ink
    • Circle Card Thinlits
    • Circle dies (non SU)
    • Butterfly Duet punch
    • Dimensionals
    • Sequins

    * Cut the 5 1/2" slightly smaller (less than 1/16"). Adjust all your other card layers accordingly

    Monday, June 24, 2019

    Quick and Easy Card

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Very Vanilla cardstock
      • Card layer measures 8" x 5 1/2"
        • Scored at 4"
      • Card layer measures 3 5/8" x 5/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 3 3/4" x 5 1/4"
    • Basic Black cardstock
      • Card layer measures 3 3/4' x 4 3/4"
      • Card layer measures 3 5/8" x 3/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 5/8" x 5 1/4"
    • Calypso Coral cardstock
      • Scrap for flowers
    • Old Olive cardstock
      • Scrap for sprigs
    • Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 3 5/8" x 4 5/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 5 1/4"
    • Flora & Flutter stamp set
      • Paper Pumpkin December 2017
    • Memento black in
    • Itty Bitty Accents punch
    • Sprig punch (non SU)
    • Dimensionals
    • Black Jewels

    Saturday, June 22, 2019

    Masculine Thinking of You

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card base measures 8" x 5 1/2"
        • Scored at 4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 3 3/4"x 5 1/4"
    • Delightful Dijon cardstock
      • Scrap for bird
    • Garden Green cardstock
      • Card layer measures 4" x 4 3/4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 5 1/4
      • Scrap for branch
    • Warm & Cheer Designer Series Paper
      • Begin with 6" x 6"
        • See below
      • Card layer (inside) measures 1/2" x 5 1/4"
    • Language of Friendship and Sincere Salutations
    • Memento black ink
    • Bird Builder punch
    • Dimensionals
    I cut my pattern paper at 4" to get more cuts out of a sheet; whether it is 6" x 6" or 12" x 12"


    Getting The Most of Your Treasured Designer Series Paper
    This is from a previous post

    I hate when my 6" x 6" paper only nets one card layer, don't you?  I found this layout that I wanted to try.  Instead of destroying my paper and only getting one card I decided to use a scrap piece of paper and making a template.

    My template was the same size of the card (4" x 5 1/2").  I laid the paper down at the angle I wanted and traced the outline.

    I can't cut a straight line, so I cut the template this way for a more accuracy.  Using the template I created another one.  You may have to play with the position of the template on your card base.  The second time I created a template, I was able to get two pieces out of my 6" x 6" paper.  Happy Dance!


    I can't cut a straight line straight, I placed my template into my trimmer to get a more accurate cut.



    Line up the two templates on your paper and trace.


    Attach to your cardstock and using your trimmer create a 1/8" mat. The top and sides are not trimmed to expose the cardstock.


    Thursday, June 20, 2019

    Black Plaid Thank You

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Whisper White Thick cardstock
      • Card base measures 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        • Scored at 4 1/4"
      • Scrap for circle
    • Basic Black cardstock
      • Card layer measures 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 1"
      • Scrap for circle
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 3 3/4" x 5"
      • Card layer measures 4 1/8" x 7/8"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4 1/8" x 7/8"
    • Hey You stamp set
    • Memento black ink
    • Circle dies (1 5/8" and 1 7/8")
    • Black Jewels (optional)
    • Dimensionals
    • Envelopes from previous Paper Pumpkin kit
    Belly Band
    • Acetate card boxes
    • Basic Black cardstock
      • Card layer measures 11" x "1
      • Scrap for circle
    • Whisper White cardstock
      • Scrap for circle
    • Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Paper
      • Card layer measures 11" x 7/8"
    • Tear & Tape

    Tuesday, June 18, 2019

    Country Thoughts & Prayers

    Stampin' Up! Products
    • Brocade Blue cardstock
      • Card base measures 4 1/4" x 11"
        • Scored at 5 1/2"
      • Card layer measures 3 3/4" x 5"
        • Stamp with Buffalo Check
      • Card layer measures 2 7/8" x 4 1/8"
      • Scrap for bow (fussy cut)
    • White Naturals cardstock
      • Card layer measures 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
      • Card layer measures 2 3/4" x 4"
      • Card layer (inside) measures 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Buffalo Check and Wishing You Well stamp sets
    • Brocade Blue, Early Espresso and Memento Black inks
    • Dimensionals