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Terrific Tuesdays Roundup . . . A Spooky Day of Deals

 

Good Morning Fellow Stampers !!

Well hello everyone!  Boo!  It's Halloween -- LOL 😄🎃 How fun!  I think I'll wear one of my collection of Witch's hats to work today -- just for fun!  LOL  How about you?  Do you have Halloween traditions? 😄🎃  Tonight I'll spend with my honey; we'll have pizza, watch spooky movies, and hand out candy to the little spooks and goblins!  Love it!!  My favorite part of Halloween is seeing all the kids at the door.  Makes me wish to be young again -- if even for just a few hours!😄🎃

 

It's time to round up the Stampin' Up! deals and promotions of the week.  It's the end of the month!  And that means, some things are coming to and end . . . some things will end soon . . . and some things are about to start!!  Whoo hoooo!

 

 

IT HAS BEEN SAID . . . ALL GOOD THINGS MUST COME TO AN END!

And so it is with two of our promotions today.  Both the Buy 3/Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper Sale, AND the Merry Patterns stamp set promotion ends today!  Eeeeek!  You have until midnight (mountain time) tonight to get those final orders in and take advantage of these specials.  Remember, a $300 (US), snags you the Merry Patterns stamp set for FREE!  This is the only way you can get this set.  And it really is adorable -- so don't miss out!  Questions?  Email me and I'll try to help you before close of business today!!

 

 

 

ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT . . .

There are only two weeks left to take advantage and sign up for the November Paper Pumpkin - the 2nd in the coordinated Season of Style set.   If you didn't get October's kit, that's ok!!  You don't need to have October to get November.  October was so beyond adorable . . . you don't want to miss out on the surprise for November. This kit is charmingly festive and contains eight “secret somethings”--so if you need cute favors or neighbor gifts, you might want to order more than one. October's refill kit was so popular, it sold out in 30 minutes!!  So think ahead!  Subscribe, re-subscriber, or renew Today!!  

• Remember, the October and November kits coordinate but they also stand alone. You DO NOT need both kits to create a complete project.
• To receive November’s kit,  you must subscribe at paperpumpkin.com by 11:50 PM (MT) on November 10.

 

 

STAMPIN' BLENDS  . . .  ARE HERE!!!

 

I'm sooooooooooo excited!!  Yeah!  Tomorrow's the day you've been waiting for!  YOU get your first chance to order the new Stampin' Blends tomorrow morning, November 1st!  And you are just going to love these new alcohol markers coordinated to our color collections.  Want to know about all the other features and benefits of Stampin' Blends?

 

• Add just the right amount of color where you need it with the brush tip or fine-point.
• Each color (except Ivory and Bronze) has a light and dark shade marker, available individually or in a combo pack.
• SU! has performed in-house testing for evaporation and life testing and the results are a "thumbs up!"  You can feel confident these are a superior marker.
  
• Press fit seal prevents air from entering the barrel and causing evaporation.
• The nestable lids are easy to keep track of and have a tight fit for long-lasting color.

Take advantage of buying the complete set, or just the color pairs you want.  And don't miss the new Color Me Happy Project Kit created specifically to coordinate with your new markers (kit and stamp set available while supplies last).

 

  

 

Shop Online tomorrow in my Online Store - for more information take a closer look HERE (or click on the Image Below):

 

 

Have wonderful Tuesday everyone!!

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mix-It Up Mondays ~~ Autumn Notecard Pizza Box Gift

 

 

Hello Fellow Stampers :-)

 

Good morning and a very happy Monday to one and all!  Tomorrow is Halloween - can you believe that one??  I was thinking about how much I need to get done for Christmas, and like November starts on Wednesday!!  Oh My!  LOL   It's going to be an interesting season for sure!  Did you notice that the Hallmark channel started their Christmas movies this weekend?!?  Nuts!!!!

 

It's cold and a little snow-like today.  Not supposed to last long; but I like the crispness.  Makes it feel more like Halloween.  The last several years it was way too warm for the Halloween time of year and it just didn't feel right to me.  Now, I think the full moon is missing . . . LOL  Can't have Halloween without the full moon to howl at, right? 

 

I had a short and very busy weekend; but I did get that wonderful pot of chili made on Saturday; and finally some studioing time on Sunday.  I certainly am not bored lately!!  LOL  I hope you all had a wonderful weekend with family, and some time for your own crafting as well.

 

It's time for Mix-It Up Mondays and I just had to reach for those wonderful Pizza Boxes again this week!!  I think they're are adorable.  I am showcasing a stamp set that I've been wanting to play with since September 1st -- and just have not had just the right moment to do so - Count My Blessings.  What a beautiful stamp set!  Be sure to check it out!

I am also showcasing our new Stampin' Blends today.  On Wednesday, you too are going to get a chance to snap up this wonderful alcohol markers.  So let's check out today's project and talk a little bit about blending markers.

 

Like last week, I sponged (brayered) the outside of the box; this time in Old Olive ink.

Because this is a regular matte finish cardboard, the ink soaks in quickly and dries quickly, so have at it and have fun!!

I then stamped the curved ivy leaf image in Crumb Cake (stamped off once) all over the box before folding it into shape.  It's a lovely background.

 

This week I created the belly band I avoided last week.  I thought it just looked right for today's project.

The belly band is cut from the Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Paper - 2" x 11".  Then I just gently folded it around the box, overlapping in the back, and gently creasing at each of the edges - this is so much easier than trying to figure out where to score.  When you add SNAIL to attach the overlap in the back, loosen up the band just a smidge so it will slide on and off the box easily.  I added a wrap around the belly band of Crumb Cake 3/8" Classic Weave ribbon and Olive Olive 1/8" Sheer Ribbon - so pretty!

This really is all about the stamped and colored image though - I stamped this lovely leaf and acorn image from the stamp set in Crumb Cake ink on Shimmery White cardstock.  I chose such a light color purposely, so that when I did my blending and coloring the outside lines would fade and blend in and make for a lovely finished image.  Another note: I chose Shimmer White cardstock purposely, as it holds up better to watercoloring, and also handles heavy ink bleed through better.  You'll like the blending and color movement on this cardstock, as well as the shimmer!

You'll notice I used the lightest Smoky Slate marker to create shadowing around the image.  A tip:  even the "light" Smoky Slate is pretty dark . . . so use the Color Lifter to lighten the color and make it look a little more realistic.

I added careful shading and blending with the Old Olive shades, Crumb Cake shades (and the lightest Pumpkin Pie layered underneath on the acorns for extra dimension and shading/blending in the darker regions).

Folks, these are not Copics - and no marker will ever live up to the true artistic quality of a Copic.  There just isn't anything like it.

But, if you are looking for a nice basic alcohol blending marker that coordinates with our color families, these really are lovely; and I'm very excited that they are here!!

 

I created a little set of four 3" x 3" notecards with the coordinating 3" x 3" envelopes to fit inside this adorable box!

What a perfect little gift for someone!

 

I kept this notecard set simple.

The Whisper White cardbase is cut 3" x 6", and scored at 3".

The inset panel is cut with the largest Stitched Shapes square framelit; and matted with an Old Olive scallop square from the Layering Squares framelits.  It fits perfectly on the front of the card.

The background of the center piece is stamped with the same leaf image as the box in Crumb Cake (stamped off once first); and then overlaid with the wonderful sentiment stamped in Old Olive.  The card fronts are finished off with a few pearls.

Cute, Simply, Easy!

And I stamped the front of each little envelope with one of the images from the stamp set, again in Crumb Cake.

 

 

Do you want to know ore about Stampin' Blends before Wednesday?  Start exploring today by clicking on the image below.  And get those fingers ready to punch those keys on Wednesday morning - you don't want to miss out on these beautiful markers.  We've been waiting for them for a long time!!

 

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

 

3-Way Fridays ~ 3 Cards 3 Ways . . . A Painted Harvest Collection

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

 

Howdy howdy everyone!!  Well . . .  it certainly has been an exciting and interesting week.  The Vice President visited our facility on Thursday afternoon; and what excitement that creates!  We were on lock down - no movement between buildings, couldn't leave the campus, etc. - during the time he was here.  The Secret Service was everywhere, and even snipers on the rooftops -- LOL.  I think it's interesting since we're a secured DOD site anyway, and most of us have Secret clearances or higher!  But I'm sure security is of the utmost importance no matter where these folks travel.

I've never seen a presidential motorcade of any kind in person.  It was quite something watching them arrive and move around.  I learned a lot -- and have some great photos!  Anyway, so much for my fun event of the week!!  LOL  I think it's an honor any time the leaders of our country "rub shoulders" with us common folk.  I enjoyed every minute of it!  And there are moments like these that I still feel very proud to be working for this company and to be a part of the cutting edge work that we do.  I remember my Father always being so proud to be a part of Martin Marietta and the exciting projects that he was a part of over his 30 year career out here.  He would have loved this yesterday!  One of those moments when I wish he was still here to share this with!

 

 

(That's our Insight Lander heading to Mars next Spring in the background)

 

On to more simple and mundane things of life!  Time for some card creating, and a 3-Way Friday installment which we haven't had in awhile.  I've decided to alternate between a Thursday CASE-Out, and a 3-Way Friday from week-to-week depending on how my schedule and time in the Studio is holding up.  And I hope to get a few instructive videos out for everyone here real soon.  It's been crazy around here lately.  And I'm trying to get some deep Fall cleaning down around the house too!  Eeeeeek!  LOL  😉

 

 

Today's fun 3-way focuses on my favorite stamp bundle in the catalog ~ Painted Harvest.  Love Love Love!!  This collection is a set of three 5" x 5" cards (when finished), all coordinated with Crumb Cake card bases; and yet each one very different!  I love the versatility of this set, and I hope you take a look at these today and feel inspired!!  Each of these cards is made with one single stamp set ~ the Painted Harvest set (except for the bow on the wreath that we'll talk about in a minute).  I hope you can see the incredible versatility of this set.  Even 3 wonderful sentiments in one set!!

 

 

This first card showcases the sunflower 2-step images as a wreath.  How sweet and pretty is this!!?!!

Cherry Cobbler and Garden Green are the color showcases in this card, both in the paper and in the ink.

The "wreath" is stamped in Garden Green and Wild Wasabi - a luscious combination!!

Recognize that fabulous bow?  I'll bet in all the excitement of all this wonderful new product, you've forgotten about the cute Jar of Love stamp set; and easy peasy ~ cut that bow out with the coordinating Everyday Jars Framelits.

 

Garden Green

Wild Wasabi

Cherry Cobbler

Pink Pirouette

Rose Red

 

Now that's a "clean and simple" card with a nice wow impact - don't you think?  I love the color combination put together here -- and here is another color combo to use your sunflower image with!!  (Thank you Kelly Gettelfinger for the inspiration!!)

 

 

Now the fun really begins!!

I've been chomping at the bit to create these adorable hedgehogs - all with that same sunflower image from the Painted Harvest stamp set.  And I LOVE this!!  I have to make more! LOL  😋

AND I used some of the "busier" patterns from the Painted Autumn DSP.  Sometimes the busier paper can leave you overwhelmed with what to do with it.  I think it works perfectly as a background for something like this!

The "fern-like" leaf image from the stamp set was stamped on it's "side" to make grass.  It's all about how you stamp up the image (and incorporated masking - I used little sticky notes to align my images) to create the look you want.

 

How about a sneak look at the inside?  Each card's inside coordinates with it's front and is unique unto itself.

 

 

This final card implements the sunflower image full on - in Peekaboo Peach, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, and Crushed Curry.  I actually stamped both images several times to create a "fuller" looking flower - which I really love!

And yes - one has been fussy cut and popped for dimension.  Don't let fussy cutting scare you - keep it simple (cutting only where necessary), and you'll find it well worth while!

 

Garden Green

Early Espresso

Daffodil Delight

Crushed Curry

Peekaboo Peach

Pumpkin Pie

 

 Various leaves in Garden Green - and the sentiment in Early Espresso to match the sunflower centers.

The entire card front just is beautiful I think.

 

 

 Now, special sized cards, require special envelopes.

So pull out that Envelope Punch Board and go to town.

And remember, no naked envelopes!!  LOL

Next week, we'll answer a customer's question on how to make that designer paper flap for your envelope.

It's easy!!!

 

 

I hope you have enjoyed today's installment; even if it came a little later than I would have liked.  Ha!  Looking forward to the weekend as much as I am?  I think I see a pot of chili in my near future - sound yummy?  Cornbread sounds good too!!  Perfect for a cool Autumn weekend!  As always, I'm only an email away if you need anything.  And be sure to pop into my Online Store over the weekend and get your shopping done!  Soon it will be time to get all those Christmas projects well under way!

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

Just Ask Wendy - Painted Harvest Colorways

 

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

How are all you crafters today?  It's a "break the records" warm day here in Colorado . . . right before we plummet into the snow and cold tomorrow afternoon!  That's Colorado weather for ya'!  Wait an hour and you'll get something totally different -- LOL 

Sooooo, this is the "post late in the day" blog post week!  Just too crazy of a schedule right now and things haven't gotten done quite on my normal schedule.  If there is anything I've learned this year, it's not to get uptight about the "little things" and to go easier on myself.  So now I don't stress if the blog post isn't ready by 3:30 am every morning!!

 

 

This past weekend, during our Spooky Fun Halloween Class, I had a conversation with a customer about all the different colors you could stamp the sunflower with in the Painted Harvest stamp set.  She commented that she has trouble seeing the flower in anything but traditional colors (yellow and oranges), and has been surprised at all the pretty combinations she has run across on the internet.  Ahhhhh . . . yes!!  Let's explore some wonderful colorways for that beautiful sunflower today!!

 

 

 

Let's talk through each row, left to right (remember you can click on the photo to get an enlarged image).  The first color listed is stamped in the fuller background image; the second color listed is the overlay detailed image.  Remember, this is a 2-step stamp.

 

Top Row, Left to Right:  Powder Pink & Crumb Cake (ignore my writing up there, it's a mistake -- LOL); Blushing Bride & Flirty Flamingo; Rich Razzleberry & Berry Burst; Soft Suede & Fresh Fig

 

Second Row, Left to Right:  Peekaboo Peach & Cajun Craze; Pumpkin Pie & Tangerine Tango; Crushed Curry & Soft Suede; Smoky Slate & Marina Mist

 

Bottom Row, Left to Right: Marina Mist & Dapper Denim; Tranquil Tide & Bermuda Bay; Blushing Bride & Cherry Cobbler; Lemon Lime Twist & Old Olive

 

And that's just playing with a few different combinations.  Think of all the others you can try!  Wow!  The reality is, when trying to work color combinations, the best thing you can do is experiment.  Just pull out those colors, try different things together, and see how it looks!  It's amazing, isn't it?

Just a Note:  I have recently re-inked several of my ink pads (Pumpkin Pie, Tangerine Tango, Crushed Curry, Peekaboo Peach) and so some of the stamping looks a little splotchy.  This can happen when you first get your ink pad all juicy again.  I'll talk soon about how to deal with an over-juicy ink pad!!  So stay tuned 😉

 

I hope you've found this fun and informative today.  Pull out that gorgeous stamp set, pull out your ink pads -- and just play!!  Have fun being creative!!

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Terrific Tuesdays Roundup . . . Decor and More . . .

 

Good Morning Fellow Stampers !!

Howdy All!!  😄🎃  Did you know that paper, stamps and ink (oh my!) are not just for making cards?  Did you know that you can make some pretty spectacular home decor too?  We'll be exploring that a little more here at DDS Studios later this Fall.  In the meantime, take a look at this INCREDIBLE sample from Stampin' Up! this morning . . . and do a little creative dreamin'!

 

 

PAPER PUMPKIN’S SEASON OF STYLE: PART TWO

 It's time to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin - so that you don't miss out on the November Paper Pumpkin Season of Style installment.  The October kit was sooooooooo popular, that the "refill" kits sold out in 30 minutes when they went on sale on Monday.  WOW!  Now let me tell ya' - if you didn't get subscribed, you really missed out on an incredible and fabulous kit!  Want to see why?  Check it out!

 

 

 

Ooooooo ~~  sooooooooo cute!!  What are you waiting for?  The November kit will be just as much fun with wonderful "gift giving" solutions all ready to go just for you!  Sign Up TODAY!!!!

• Remember, the October and November kits coordinate but they also stand alone. You DO NOT need both kits to create a complete project.
• To receive November’s kit,  you must subscribe at paperpumpkin.com by 11:50 PM (MT) on November 10.

 

BEST DSP SALE OF THE YEAR -- ALMOST OVER!

One of my most favorite sales is almost over!  Only one week left to take advantage of the Buy 3 / Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper sale.  Buy three packages of select Designer Series Paper and get one FREE during the month of October! This sale includes Designer Series Paper from both the annual and holiday catalogs, including select Specialty and Designer Series Paper Stacks!  See the papers that are included below.  And don't wait - get your order in today!! 

 

 

 

THE STAMPIN' BLENDS ARE COMING . . . THE STAMPIN' BLENDS ARE COMING!!

Say hello to a new world of colorful creativity!  I am so excited today to be able to officially announce that after almost two years of research and development, Stampin' Up! is releasing their new alcohol markers to the general public on November 1st!! 

 

Meet Stampin’ Blends, artist-quality alcohol markers in 12 exclusive Stampin’ Up! colors. Each color (except Ivory and Bronze) has a light and dark shade marker, available individually or in a combo pack.  To cover all the blending bases, you can also purchase a limited-time 16-card project kit and stamp set with beautiful line-art images.  So get ready everyone . . .  November 1st is right around the corner, and you don't want to miss out on these wonderful new markers.  More details are coming soon! 

  

 

And as that wasn't enough fun, . . . We’re also having a Stampin’ Blends Giveaway!  Beginning today and running through October 31, 2017, you can share, like, or comment on Stampin’ Up!’s Stampin’ Blends Facebook post for the chance to win a Stampin’ Blends Marker Collection or a Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack. Reach out to your customers and make sure they know this is their opportunity to win free Stampin’ Blends!  View complete rules and details here.

Want to start planning your November 1st purchase?  Take a closer look HERE (or click on the Image Below):

 

BE MERRY -- AND CHEERY!!

 ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT - and then this exclusive stamp set will be gone!  Many of you have already taken advantage of filling that minimum $300 order and snapping up this fabulous set.  If you are still waiting, or need help, Contact Me today to learn how you can earn this stamp set before it is gone!  You won't want to miss out, I can assure you!

 

 

 

Let's check out the details for this fabulous promotion ~

 

• The promotion period runs from September 1 through October 31.
• The Merry Patterns Stamp Set will not be available after 11:50 PM (MT) on October 31.
• In order to qualify, the merchandise total must reach $300 before shipping and handling.
• There is no limit to the number of times you can earn the Merry Patterns Stamp Set, but you can only earn one set per qualifying order.
• Customer orders placed through me, workshop orders, and online orders placed by you through my online store qualify.
• The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is in addition to Stampin’ Rewards!

 

Have wonderful Tuesday everyone!!

Until Next Time . . .