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Fabulous Friday Fun - The Blizzard Is Coming to an End - at least inside your Studio!!

Hello Fabulous Fellow Stampers ~

 

Oh My Goodness!!  I never planned on a whole week and a half to go flying past us since we last chatted.  I had all sorts of plans and ideas; and as usual the "flurry" of the holidays is taking over!!  Oh My!  I am fully into the middle the Christmas decorating here at the house; and have my Christmas shopping almost complete!!  Now that's a feat unto itself!  Even bought my Christmas stamps today!!  The earliest I've done that in years.  If all goes well, maybe I'll be able to actually relax and enjoy closer to Christmas break!

 

Well, we'll make up for a little bit of lost time today with 3 projects at once - my final showcase of the Snowflake Showcase that is coming to an end today -- just a few hours left!!!  If you did not get this bundle of products purchased yet, HURRY HURRY HURRY!!  You have until midnight tonight (mountain time) to get yours ordered!!!

 

 

A few projects I've been wanting to play with for 2 weeks now!!

Better late than never, right??  LOL

All of today's project sport a CAS (Clean and Simple) look and feel.  But the "wow" factor makes them anything but "simple" to the receiver!

 

This CAS design truly is "clean and simple" in Real Red and Whisper White - a "dashing" and striking look!

A Real Red mat layer, behind our Whisper White front panel.

A simple Whisper White snowflake cut with the medium snowflake die from the Snowfall Thinlits, and backed with the smallest square in the Stitched Shapes Framelits - then popped with dimensionals.

Did you notice I added one of the Snowflake Trinkets in the center?  And that I colored the little gemstone in the center with a Dark Real Red Stampin' Blend?  -- The perfect touch!!

Stamp the "Joy" from the Snow Is Glistening stamp set in Real Red; color a few Basic Pearls with the Dark Real Red Stampin' Blend, to make it look like an ellipses . . . and you have the perfect card front 😉

 

Finish off the inside of the card to echo the front - this sweet sentiment is from the Filigree Flourish stamp set.

 

This card project sports Blueberry Bushel with Whisper White - I love the deep bright blue against the white!!

And we're showcasing the Eclipse Technique in this project today!

And if you were lucky enough to snag some of that gorgeous White Velvet Paper that was part of this suite before it was gone . . . (another ellipses - LOL) then you'll love that the front panel of this card overlaying the Blueberry Bliss is indeed White Velvet.

When the largest snowflake die is cut out, it is popped up with double-stacked dimensionals to get that nice height to really give you the "eclipse" look.

The center is overlayered with more cutouts using the Snowfall Thinlits, in Blueberry Bushell, and the Galvanized Metallic Paper - and then a large pearl colored with the Dark Night of Navy Stampin' Blend set right in the middle !

 

Finally - this year's Christmas Ornament!

I didn't think I would be creating one this year - the first time in quite awhile . . .

And then this beautiful die set came along!

This sweet snowflake ornament is cut from the White Velvet paper (which is really fun!), using the largest die from the Snowfall Thinlits Dies.

I cut 5 snowflakes, gently folded them through the center and attached one at a time, back to back to back, to create this ornament!

Finally I pulled 1/8" Whisper White Sheer Ribbon through the top and attached a Snowflake Trinket to finish it off!

It's perfect - and easy!!

 

Now!!

I don't want to hear any crying next week, or comments like, "I wish I'd gotten that set!"  Nope!

Get your set of stamps and dies, and the trinkets, today!!!

Time is almost up!!!

 

Click on the image above - or HERE - to see the flyer and then hop right on over to my Online Store, and get your order in before it's too late!!!

 

It's Christmas Tag Class weekend!!  Our last class of the year!!  I'll share some fun tag projects with you next week!!

 

Until Next Time . . . Puppy Hugs!

 

Online Extravaganza Has Begun!! ~~ Paper & Embellishments On Sale for 48 Hours!!

 

Six days. Three sales. One spectacular promotion!

 

Happy Day After Thanksgiving ~~  And Welcome to our Black Friday kick off!!

For the next six days, YOU get all the deals!!

 

And we're kicking it all off today . . .

With 10% Off Paper and Embellishments . . .

So NOW is the time to stock up!!!!

 

Friday, Nov 23rd & Saturday Nov 24th: 10% Off paper, embellishments, & more.  

NOW AVAILABLE AT 10% OFF!  To view the Friday & Saturday sale items in my online store, click here.

 

PAPER & EMBELLISHMENTS

Bags

Brads and Buttons

Cards and Envelopes

Cardstock

Designer Series Paper

Embossing material

Glitter

Ribbons

Twine

Specialty Paper

Tags

Washi Tape

 

• Item quantities are limited!!!

• • Depending on inventory levels, discounted pricing may or may not be available for items featured in the promotion throughout the entirety of each 48-hour sale.
  • Discounted items may be turned off if their supply reaches a predetermined threshold. We have set up each 48-hour sale this way so we are able to continue supporting the product through the life of the annual catalog.
  • If an item is turned off during a 48-hour sale, it will be made available again at its regular price within 36 hours of its 48-hour sale ending.

• Discounted pricing for items featured in this promotion will be available only during each allotted 48-hour sales period. (E.g., discounted cardstock will available only during Paper & Embellishments sale; discounted ink pads will be available only during Tools & Ink sale.) No exceptions.

IMPORTANT – LINKS WILL ONLY WORK WHILE EACH SALE IS ACTIVE!

 

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving ~ So Thankful for All of YOU!

 

We thank Him for all the fruits that grow on the trees and vines.
We thank Him for his goodness in making the forests, and thank all its
trees.
We thank Him for the darkness that gives us rest, and for the kind Being
of the darkness that gives us light, the moon.
We thank Him for the bright spots in the skies that give us signs, the
stars.
We give Him thanks for our supporters, who had charge of our harvests.
We give thanks that the voice of the Great Spirit can still be heard
through the words of Ga-ne-o-di-o.
We thank the Great Spirit that we have the privilege of this pleasant
occasion.

Traditional Iroquois Prayer

 

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

And Happy Thanksgiving to one and all.  As we head off to Mike's mother's in Colorado Springs today to spend time with his family, I wish all of you a blessed day as well with those dearest to you.  May we all be thankful for the blessings in our life, and pause to remember those who have sacrificed so much for us to enjoy hearth and home!

 

Today is a semi-Case-Out Thursday . . . we're going to CASE a design my upline, Ann Schach created around the time of Halloween, but I've created 2 different designs today, using the basic same layout, but in two different styles for Thanksgiving.  I hope you'll enjoy !

 

We're going to handle today's CASE duo a little differently - I'm not going to lay out a Design Colorology or step-by-step tutorial.

Let's just enjoy and take a closer look at each of these designs . . .

 

This card is the most like Ann's - but without the Halloween!!  LOL

In reality, what I loved about this card was the feel of harvest time, and it made me think of the Harvest Moon!

Thanksgiving is the celebration of harvest after all!

So I emulated much of Ann's card, and worked in Copper as my accents.  The card base is cut from Mango Melody cardstock.

The pumpkins are fussy cut from the Toil & Trouble DSP (it's not just for Halloween - LOL)

and I also "fussy inked" and then "fussy cut" the sentiment from the Country Home stamp set.

Finally, I showcased the copper side of the Merry Merlot & Copper 5/8" Reversible Ribbon - a real showstopper on this card!

A very special gal is about to receive this card -- she just doesn't know it yet!!  LOL

 

The inside of the card has another fussy cut pumpkin,

And this wonderful sentiment can be found in the A Big Thank You stamp set!

 

 

This was really where I was heading with Ann's layout for her card - and this I just love!!!

This card displays the Country Lane DSP beautifully, and gives a chance to really showcase the Country Home stamp set.

The card base here is Whisper White - 4-1/4" x 11", scored at 5-1/2" - a top fold vertical card.

The accent colors here are Blackberry Bliss and Tranquil Tide - and I love the color combination.

It's the Tranquil Tide 1/4" Velvet Ribbon that I think makes this card pop!!

And the Mint Macaron colored pearls against the Blackberry Bliss (covered with Vellum) background really set things off as well.

 

Last Sunday afternoon I sat watching the Bronco game with my sweetie and coloring this gorgeous image.

I really do love the Country Home stamp set - and I think I will be using this set for quite awhile to come.

This image is totally colored with Stampin' Blends alcohol markers.

I played with a number of colors to create this result including Old Olive and Rich Razzleberry on my "potato vine leaves" - because I know that's what they are -- LOL

Pool Party and Daffodil Delight are the color mix for the succulent.

And Mint Macaron composes the milk can.

You'll also find Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, and Cajun Craze in the rest of the bouquet.

And yes - I did indeed sit and fussy cut this entire image.  It takes a little bit for this one, but well worth it if you're willing to put in the time.

It's all popped up with dimensionals over the background panels.

The sentiment is from the Pleasant Pheasants stamp set, is also fussy cut and popped with dimensionals.

 

I love the inside of this card -

Again, this sentiment is from the gorgeous Pleasant Pheasant stamp set,

as are the vines, stamped in Mint Macaron across the top and bottom.

 

 

I too wish each of you "health, happiness, and the riches of God's Bounty" on this beautiful Thanksgiving Day!  I want each of you to know how much I appreciate  you, for visiting with me each day, for supporting my business, and for your encouragement and love.

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Hugs,

 

 

 

Wednesday Highlight ~ Snowflake Focus ~

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

It's been a busy of cooking in preparation for Thanksgiving.  It's actually my favorite time of year for cooking . . . and I'm looking forward to the "big feast" tomorrow!!  My waistline probably not so much!!  LOL

 

We've been busy in the Studio this week, and I'm excited to start sharing some of my creations!  I have so many things I'd like to do and share, and I wonder if I'll have time to get to it all.  We'll do our best!!

 

My focus this week is on the November Exclusive ~ Snowflake Showcase ~  This exclusive group of products is available ONLY during the month of November (or while supplies last)!  That last snippet is important - indeed, one of these products has already gone done for the count ~ the White Velvet paper is gone, gone, gone!  I sorta want to cry!  Thank goodness I had gotten a nice little stash before this happened.  Now I'll have to ration it!!  LOL  Ready to play?  I have some great projects for you today!!

 

 

This is my first "Snowflake Showcase" this week.  I hope to have another set of fun ideas by the end of the week.

There is so much you can do with this stamp set and die set - I'm loving playing with all kinds of ideas!  And snowflakes are my "favorite" this time of year!!

 

I'm going to start with this fun design.  It's somewhat of a CASE from a Stampin' Up! sample, with a few changes, and additions.

This card is a square card - 4-1/4" x 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4".

I love making unusual-shaped cards once in awhile.  It's nice to change things up a bit from the normal course of business.

The inset front panel has been stamped across the top with this "snow flurry" image in Versamark ink and then heat embossed with White Emboss Powder.

The additional "drops" across the front are a very cool technique - take a larger regular paint brush, dip it in your White Shimmer Paint - and flick it across the card front - just be careful not to "smear" your drops like I did -- LOL

The gorgeous white snowflake is cut from the White Velvet Paper with that largest die in the die set; a banner created from a strip of Copper Glimmer Paper; and finally the sentiment stamped in Real Red ink, heat embossed with Clear emboss powder and cut with the coordinating framelit that echos the snowflake center.

Some added extra pearls scattered across finish this pretty little card off!!

 

The inside of the card showcases one of the lovely sentiments from the stamp set, and more snowflake flurries all done in Real Red ink.

 

A "special" sized card, requires a specially made envelope to fit it.

Easy Peasy with the Envelope Punch Board.

I used some of my leftover stash of Real Red Envelope Paper - and heat embossed it with the images in White Emboss Powder to coordinate with the card.

 

 

The next featured design in this collection is created with Gray Granite cardstock

and is kept very clean and simple!

These gorgeous snowflake images are again stamped in Versamark ink and heat embossed with White Emboss Powder.

The sentiment was stamped first in Gray Granite Ink on the Gray Granite cardstock - a lovely neutral tone-on-tone.

The bow is the most fun to make -- and let me give you the "inside technique tip" on that one . . .

 

Carefully cut just the white edge off one side of a piece of Gray Granite 1/2" Textured Weave Ribbon

Then pull as many strands as you'd like (keep them together as you pull)

Then tie them into a beautiful bow!!

Attach with a glue dot!

 

The inside of this card reflect the front ~

with the sentiment surrounded by snowflakes stamped in Gray Granite ink.

 

 

The final card design in today's showcase is definitely one of my favorites!

Balmy Blue is the featured color in this design - accented with the beautiful Galvanized Metallic Paper.

Yes, I chose the new Galvanized Metallic "matte" finish over our Silver Foil - I love the look!

The sentiment is heat embossed with Silver Emboss Powder.

For this card, I used another wonderful technique with the White Velvet Paper (boy! I hope you got some of this paper!!)

 

Using a sponge dauber, I gently applied Balmy Blue ink to a section of the White Velvet Paper (purposely not covering it all - wanting a slightly variegated look).

Then cut my snowflake out - this is so easy and the effect is gorgeous!!  Use any color you like! 😉

A detailed snowflake cut from the Galvanized Metallic Paper to echo the middle of the larger snowflake again - and this time a mini silver brad to hold it all together.

The snowflake is popped with dimensionals over a swirl of Silver Metallic-Edged Satin Ribbon.

 

The inside was kept simple - no sentiment - just Silver Embossed snowflakes.

Now we're all set to write a personal message inside this card!!

 

A flurry of a showcase, don't you think!!  LOL  Stay tuned, we'll have more ideas near the end of the week.  In the meantime . . . it's Thanksgiving Eve!!  Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!!

 

Hugs,

Wendy & Sadie Ann!!

 

  

 

Terrific Tuesdays Roundup . . . Stampin' Up! Black Friday, and more!

 

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

I simply cannot believe it is Thanksgiving week!!  Wow!  How about you?  That means Christmas is right around the corner.  What is everyone planning for the holiday this week?  Family gatherings?  Are you cooking, or being the guest?! 😉   LOL  I am doing a little bit of both!

 

We haven't chatted in a little while about all the goings on at Stampin' Up!, so let's play a little catch up this week and review, because exciting things are coming later in the week . . .

 

Catch a Whole Flurry of Snowflakes!!

Are you missing out on the November Exclusive - Snowflake Showcase!!

Extremely popular - and we will be focusing on this beautiful set over the next several days!!

But it is ONLY available during November (while supplies last) - and the White Velvet Paper is already sold out!!

So don't wait!!

There is so much to love about this set of products!!

 

See all the details by clicking on the image above or HERE.

And Shop from the comfort of your couch HERE ~

 

Get Ready!!  Something Wonderful Your Way Comes!!

On December 5th you will get a chance to order this wonderful craft carry bag made specifically for your Stamparatus - and it has pockets for so much more!!

Take a Sneak Peak at all the details HERE --

Then get ready to order Your Very Own - On December 5th!!

 

~~ Six days. Three sales. One spectacular promotion! ~~

We’re throwing a spectacular six-day promotion with exclusive, limited-time deals.

Get ready for the Annual Online Extravaganza!

Online Extravaganza will run for six days. During this time, we’ll be throwing three, 48-hour sales featuring a selection of products from the 2018–2019 annual catalog—all at 10% off!

Each 48-hour sale will feature two product categories (e.g., paper, stamps, ink, etc.). When one sale ends, the next sale begins; this cycle will continue until Online Extravaganza is over.

By the end, nearly every item from the annual catalog will have been on sale!

 

~~ It all kicks off on Friday & Saturday ~~

 

November 23–24

PAPER & EMBELLISHMENTS

Bags

Brads and Buttons

Cards and Envelopes

Cardstock

Designer Series Paper

Embossing material

Glitter

Ribbons

Twine

Specialty Paper

Tags

Washi Tape

 

 

~~ Sunday & Monday Sale ~~

November 25–26

STAMPS & KITS

Stamp sets (clear-mount, wood-mount, and photopolymer)

Project kits

Card kits

Kit refills

Memories & More

Punch box kits

 

~~ And it ends on Tuesday & Wednesday Next Week!! ~~

November 27–28

TOOLS & INK

Adhesives

Applicators

Cleaners

Cutting tools

Embossing folders

Framelits and thinlits

Ink Pads

Ink refills

Markers

Punches

Scoring Tools

Stamp blocks and cases

 

 Start Working on Your Stampin' Up! Orders ~~ And Get Ready to Shop!!!

It Kicks off HERE 0n Black Friday Morning!!

 

 😍😍😍😍

 

 

 

 

 

STAMP-N-STORAGE HOLIDAY SPECIALS START TODAY!   

If you LOVE organized space with quality products you’ll use for years to come, Stamp-n-Storage is the place to shop.  Starting this past Monday, they are offering 15% OFF almost everything AND FREE SHIPPING on all domestic U.S. orders..  This sale excludes Starter Kits and Holiday Bundles.  This sale will be through Cyber Monday, Nov. 26 with additional sales popping up in between.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  I receive a small affiliate fee when you use my Stamp-n-Storage shopping links. However, I can’t say enough about how these quality products help me stay organized and highly recommend them.  I designed my entire Studio around Stamp-n-Storage!!  They are the Number One Pick for stamping organization!!

 

Start Shopping NOW - HERE!!

 

That's all for now!!  We'll be back in awhile!!  Get those shopping lists ready!!!

 

Until Next Time .  .  . Puppy Hugs!