Stampin' Up! Embossing Folder Sale

Do you love the effects you get from embossing folders? 

I love how they add an extra dimension to paper craft projects and cards, and the good news is that there are a number of current design embossing folders on sale in the Stampin' Up! Clearance Rack. 

 

You should be aware that these embossing folders are discounted because our current format is slightly different and requires a different "sandwich" when using your cutting and embossing device. However you do obtain the same lovely pattern texture.

Here are 5 of my favourites.

Tufted Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $16.00 $9.60

Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $17.00 $10.20

Seasonal Wreath Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $16.00 $9.60

Lace Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $17.00 $10.20

Corrugated Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $17.00 $10.20

There are lots of other embossing folders in the Clearance Rack, so take a look at them and other items and Shop On-line using the current Host Code if your order is under $250.00

 

Crepe Filter Paper Flower

Today I have a versatile project using the CREPE FILTER PAPER  that you will find in the Stampin' Up!® Seasonal Catalogue. For a tiny $4.95 this paper gives you a very delicate result in flower making, and I've got to say .... 

I LOVE IT!

I added this flower to a Birthday Card. It adds a lovely focal point. The card is made with Bashful Blue card stock and the STRIPES and LACEY BROCADE Embossing Folders. If you missed out on the Lacey Brocade folder from the Occasions Catalogue before Christmas you are in luck because it is still available in the Seasonal Catalogue (p. 35) I've also used some Bashful Blue Satin Ribbon and created the lacy edge with the FINISHING TOUCHES EDGELIT (p. 190 Annual Catalogue)

So let's have a closer look at the flower.

I sponged the edges of the flower when it was all scrunched up and then lightly pulled it apart before spritzing it with a mixture of CHAMPAGNE MIST SHIMMER PAINT (p. 158 Annual Catalogue) and Isocol and water. The spritz makes the ink run a little giving a lovely natural edge to the flower. 

I made the flower using FRAMELITS - from the SECRET GARDEN  die set plus the new 2.2cm SCALLOP PUNCH that can also be found in the Seasonal Catalogue on page16.

These flowers are so soft and pretty - I can see myself making lots of them for a variety of purposes. I used 4 layers of each of the 3 shapes, piled them one on top of the other, and pierced a hole through the centre before adding a brad. 

Until Next time

Stay Crafty

Vanilla Scented Embossing Powder

I had a request for Mother's Day Cards for my last Stamp A Stack class, and decided to add a little "something extra" to the usual floral offerings for Mother's Day. 

That came in the form of Vanilla Scented Embossing Powder by Stampin' Up!® and I've used it to emboss the pretty image from the Mixed Bunch Stamp Set that has become the focal point of the card. 

You can see the lovely sheen achieved from the tonal embossing and the scent is subtle and pleasant. I added a single flower from the Flower Trim in the Seasonal Catalogue and adhered it to the centre of the flower with Tombow Glue. 

The flower has been punched out using the Blossom Punch then little cuts were extended toward the centre of the flower. This allows easier curling of the petals with a Bone Folder.

The finished card used 2 Embossing Folders: Lacy Brocade and Stripes, and an Edgelit accent: Finishing Touches.

The greeting is stamped in Crumb Cake ink and this is reflected in the Linen Thread tie below the flower. 

I'm looking forward to giving this to my mum for Mother's Day - I think she will like it.

If you'd like to purchase any of the products used to make this card you can easily do so by visiting my On-Line Store. Create an account and have fun shopping. I know you are going to love this new feature. Each of the products highlighted will take you directly to the page in the relevant catalogue, so you can see them before deciding to purchase.

Until Next Time

Happy Stamping

Save On Stampin' Up! Bundles

I love how Stampin' Up! rewards us for purchasing coordinating items. In the new Seasonal Catalogue you will find 4 BUNDLES consisting of a stamp set and a set of Framelits.

What is the reward? A saving of 15% per bundle to every customer who purchases one, or more and of course the reward of having framelits that cut the shapes of the stamps quickly with just a quick pass through your Big Shot. 

You will find these bundles in the Seasonal Catalogue:

Oh Hello Bundle - page 4

Hearts A Flutter Bundle - page 11

Secret Garden Bundle - page 17

All Dressed Up Bundle - page 32

Here is a card I made using the Secret Garden Bundle plus one of the FREE  Sale-A-Bration gifts - Vine Street Embossing Folder.

Just imagine all the time I saved by not having to hand cut around the flowers and leaves!

I'm loving that, as it gives me more time to spend on the water colouring - something I really love to do. 

Each of the flowers is coloured with ink from the lid of the Early Espresso Ink pad and then highlighted with Pretty in Pink  Ink applied  with my Aqua Painter. I love how 3-D the flowers look when in fact they are flat. 

The background uses the Early Espresso Core'dinations Card stock that has been dry embossed with the Vine Street Embossing Folder then sanded back with the Stampin' Sanding System.

A little Linen Thread bow adds to the texture of the card.

If you would like to attend my card classes please contact me via my Demonstrator Business Website, for details of times and techniques. 

I can't finish this post without reminding you that any time is a great time to join Stampin' Up!, but Sale-A-Bration is the very best time. There are some lovely extras that you get during Sale-A-Bration, (January 22 - March 22) and here are just a couple of them:-

To celebrate Stampin' Up!'s 25th Anniversary, you'll get an extra 25% in your Starter Kit ($294 value for $169 - PLUS free shipping!). 

PLUS a free Sale-a-Bration product bundle (Madison Avenue stamp set, Sycamore Street designer series paper and Sycamore Street ribbon and button pack) 

And because I love to welcome new members to my stamping group anyone who signs with Stampin' Up! via my Demonstrator Business Website, will receive a bag of WELCOME GOODIES from me. 

All you need to do is read the JOIN THE FUN section then press the JOIN NOW  button and follow the prompts. Just have your list of items you want (value $294.00 for a one off payment of $169.00 during SAB only) and credit card ready to instantly join and order your kit.  

I hope you enjoyed the card and you will give the Stampin' Up! Bundles a try. You'll find some other Bundles in the Annual Catalogue as well. If you live in Australia or it's territories, you are welcome to email me your order any time and I'll have the products shipped directly to your home address

Until next time,

Stay Crafty! 

 

Evergreen Christmas

Today I have a Christmas card where I have to admit to indulging my love of an "earthy" style.

I love to tear paper, sponge and ink, simply so I can create something unique. This card uses all of those techniques, and combined with the lovely new stamp set EVERGREEN (you'll find it on p. 18 of the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalogue) I like the way it turned out. I also love the new NATURALS WHITE  card stock - it has extra body and is great to use as a card base. It also goes really well with the more "natural" styled cards.

The EVERGREEN  stamp set from Stampin' Up! is made up of 5 stamps. I've used just 2 of them on the card. 

I've also used the textured embossing folders, HOLIDAY FRAME (new) and one of my favourites:  SQUARE LATTICE, plus the gorgeous little rectangular DESIGNER FRAMES FOLDER.  One thing I've found with this folder is when using it with my BIG SHOT, I need to have it open at no tabs as it is a deeply etched folder and sometimes cuts through the paper.

The SQUARE LATTICE folder is pre inked prior to inserting the paper and embossing with the BIG SHOT.  I used Stampin' Up! inks - Old Olive and Soft Suede for sponging and stamping, and the verse was inked with Early Espresso.

The card was a little dull and I love a little sparkle so I randomly swiped a VERSA MARK INK PAD over the textured areas and heat embossed with gold.

As usual, I used a combination of a variety of techniques to create the card. I am constantly inspired by the level of creativity achievable through Stampin' Up! and it's high quality products.

If you would like to learn more about Stampin' Up! you can contact me via my Demonstrator Business Website

I hope you enjoy this card,

Until next time,

Stay Crafty and Stay Happy