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Thursday, November 23, 2023

Cheers To The Season

Happy Thanksgiving!!!
 
I am SO THANKFUL, GRATEFUL & BLESSED!!!
I am thankful that stamping connected us!
I treasure you & look forward to sharing more 
stamping with you each day.
For today's card I used the 
#162309- Cheers To The Season stamp set= $25.00- $17.50 pg. 63 HC- RETIRING!
Wow- this stamp set is 30% off now & ON SALE for $17.50!

Notice how I used the Black Stampin' Write Marker & traced over the letters
in the words so that they were black!
I love how doing this makes the words POP OUT more!
This is a dutch door fold card & it looks like this when it is standing up.
This is what the card looks like when it is opened up.
Noticed how I added a 1" strip of DSP along the inside of the card too!
 So what do you think? 
I hope you like this card as much as I do!

Check out these embossed leaves.
I just LOVE THEM!
As one of my favorite embossing folders is the
#159847- Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder= $11.00 OnLine Exclusive.
This embossing folder isn't shown in any printed publication, but it
Anyone can order it at a class though too- you don't have to order on line only to get it.
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Cheers To The Season'= $25.00 $17.50 ON SALE NOW- RETIRING!
card stock:
  • Basic Black- 4 1/4 x 5 1/4"- card base
  • Basic Black- 2 1/4 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half- attach this to the card base
  • Basic Black- 3 x 3"
  • Cajun Craze- 4 x 5 1/4"- emboss with Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder
  • Cajun Craze- 2 3/4 x 2 3/4"
  • Very Vanilla- 2 1/2 x 2 1/2"- stamp leaf onto
designer paper:  Them Bones DSP- RETIRING!
  • 2 x 4" (front of card)
  • 1 x 4" (inside of card)
ink:  Cajun Craze
Stampin' Write Marker:  Basic Black
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Copper & Natural Ribbon Combo- RETIRING!; Neutrals Adhesive-Backed Sequins; dimensionals; glue dots
OnLine Exclusive:  Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder
 
I hope you have a very blessed day!
I hope you are spending your day with family and/or friends.
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Pick of the Patch

Here is a cute Fall card!
 
I made a fun starburst card using the
#162196- Pick of the Patch stamp set= $21.00- pg. 51 HC- RETIRING!
NOTE:  The coordinating Pick of the Patch Punch is SOLD OUT.
#162215- Them Bones DSP= $12.50- pg. 49 HC- RETIRING!
 
How did I make the starburst?
Check out the patterns.......
*I took 2 pieces of DSP that measured 2 x 4" & cut them both in half diagonally.
*I adhered the 4 strips onto the card front like this.
Notice that I left about a 1/8" spacing between each one of them.
*I turned this over to the back side & cut off the excess that was hanging over the edges! 
*These are the pieces that I cut off! 
Cute huh!!
I love the way it turned out!
 
Here are the measurements & supplies.
stamp set:  'Pick of the Patch'- RETIRING!
card stock:
  • Cajun Craze- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Cajun Craze- 2 3/4" strip- die cut 2 1/2" circle
  • Pumpkin Pie- 4 x 5 1/4"
  • Pumpkin Pie- 2 3/4" strip- punch out Decorative Circle
  • Basic White- 2 1/2" strip- punch out 2" Circle & stamp pumpkin onto this
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Them Bones DSP- RETIRING!
  • 2 x 4" (x2)- diagonally cut as shown in the photos above
ink:  Cajun Craze; Garden Green; Early Espresso
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Reach for the Stars Dies (2 1/2" Circle); Decorative Circle Punch; Silver-Threaded Twine-only used 2 strands of this; dimensionals; glue dots; Paper Snips
OnLine Exclusive:  #133782- 2" Circle Punch= $22.00
 
I hope you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS- some on SALE NOW!

WOW!  It’s always sad to say goodbye to a catalog!  The September-December 2023 Mini Catalog Last Chance List and the Carry Over List are now out.  I have attached the links to them below.

Not everything will be on sale but the sale items will start TODAY- November 21, 2023 and run through January 3, 2024 (the last day of the Mini Catalog).  NOTE that all products are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST ONLY!  There is A LOT of items in this mini catalog that are retiring! 

The Carry Over List shows all the products that will be returning whether in a catalog or online only. The Last Chance Product List, lists everything that is available while supplies last! I apologize in advance for the small print on these lists!!

*Some of the items on the RETIRING list are discounted starting TODAY, Tuesday- 11/21/23!  You can CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LIST!

Here are the items in this catalog that are carrying over & will still be available- CLICK HERE TO SEE THAT LIST!

You can contact me to order for you or if you have any questions.

*If you order online yourself- please be sure you are shopping from my on line store & use HOST CODE- YHNFCWGT . You can CLICK on this link below - it will take you to my store & the host code will be already added for you- https://www.stampinup.com/?hostcode=YHNFCWGT 

Happy Shopping!  Hugs- SUSIE

Sparkling Snowflakes

Are you wanting to make some quick holiday cards?
I would call this card a simple, yet elegant card!
 
Just check out these snowflakes!
This card would be a great Christmas or New Years card.
And it would even make a cool a birthday card! 

These items are RETIRING
& will soon be gone so don't delay if you want them.
I used the
#162158- Sparkling Snowflakes stamp set= $20.00- pg. 39 HC
#162147 Snowflake Magic DSP= $10.00- pg. 37 HC
#162029- Adhesive Backed Glitter Sequins= $8.00 pg. 23 HC
 
The die cut squares are from the
#159183- Stylish Shapes Dies= $30.00 pg. 167 AC 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set: 'Sparkling Snowflakes'- RETIRING!
card stock:
  • Thick Basic White- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Lost Lagoon- 3 1/4 x 3 1/4"
  • Basic White- 2" strip- die cut 4 of these & stamp snowflakes onto
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Snowflake Magic DSP- 5 1/2 x 2"- RETIRING!
ink:  Lost Lagoon
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Stylish Shapes Dies; Glitter Sequins-RETIRING!; dimensionals
 
I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Monday, November 20, 2023

WInter Meadow fun fold

 
WOW-
Here is another simple, yet elegant card 
with the DSP being the main focal point.

I used the
#162133- Winter Meadow DSP= $12.50 pg. 37 HC- Carrying Over!
Check out the white snowflakes that I added to it.
#162219- Snowflake Embellishments= $8.00 *
*These are shown only in the OnLine Exclusive
but can be ordered at a class too.
They just aren't shown in any paper publication.
This is a fun z fold card!
How did I score it?
5 1/2 x 8 1/2"-
score at 1 1/2" & 4 1/4"
 
Check out how it looks when opened up.
Notice how I cut the DSP into different sizes pieces & 
then adhered them in that same order. 
 
How did I cut the DSP?
5 1/2 x 6"
Cut at 2 3/4"; 1 1/8"; 2 1/8"
This is what it looks like when standing up!

Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  
outside words & snowflake on inside of card- #162158- 'Sparkling Snowflakes'=  $20.00- pg. 39 HC-Carrying Over!
inside words- #162059- 'Wishes All Around'= $24.00- pg. 35 HC- RETIRING SOON!
card stock:
  • Pebbled Path- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 1 1/4" & 4 1/4"- z fold for card base
  • Pebbled Path- 2" strip- die cut circle
  • Basic White- 1 3/4" strip- stamp words & die cut circle
  • Basic White- 1 7/8 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Winter Meadow DSP- #162133= $12.50 pg. 37 HC- Carrying Over!
  • 5 1/2 x 6"- cut at 2 3/4"; 1 1/8" & 2 1/8"
ink:  Pebbled Path
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Deckled Circle Dies- #162286= $37.00 HC- Carrying Over!; dimensionals; glue dots; Silver & White 1/2" Sheer Ribbon- #162149= $9.00 pg. 37 HC- RETIRING SOON!
OnLine Exclusive:  #162219- Snowflake Embellishments= $8.00

I hope you have a MARVELOUS Monday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Sunday, November 19, 2023

Winter Meadow DSP

What gorgeous DSP this is!
I love the way this card turned out.
It is clean & simple, yet elegant.

I used the
#162133- Winter Meadow DSP= $12.50 pg. 37 HC- Carrying Over!
I added some Wink of Stella to the pines & berries that are on the DSP
for some added sparkle!
And I also used the awesome
#162029- Adhesive-Backed Glitter Sequins= $8.00 pg. 23 HC- RETIRING!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  
  • (words) #162158- Sparkling Snowflakes= $20.00- HC- Carrying Over!
  • (pines) #161970- Christmas Classics= $21.00- HC- RETIRING!
card stock:
  • Misty Moonlight- 4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2"- fold in half for card base
  • Misty Moonlight- 3 1/2 x 4"
  • Misty Moonlight- 1 1/2" strip- punch out Scalloped Oval Punch
  • Basic White-3 3/4 x 4 1/4"
  • Basic White- 1 1/4" strip- stamp words onto & punch out
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Winter Meadow DSP- HC- Carrying Over!
  • 1 3/8" x 3 1/2" (x3)
  • 1 x 5 1/4" 
  • 1/2 x 2 3/4"- strip underneath words
ink:  Misty Moonlight
other:  White 1/2" Iridescent Ribbon- HC- RETIRING!; Double Oval Punch; Adhesive-Backed Glitter Sequins- HC- RETIRING!; Wink of Stella; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a SUPER Sunday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Saturday, November 18, 2023

Trucking Along

Check out this cute truck!
I just LOVE this 'Trucking Along' Bundle!

I got this tag on a gift from my friend Christy.
It was just too cute to not re-use.
So I added it to a card front!
Neat huh!
 
Check out the pumpkins!
How did I make them?
I used the cloud stamp!

How did I do it?
*stamp in Pumpkin Pie Ink
*draw lines onto pumpkins using Dark Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blend
*draw stems onto pumpkin tops using Light Crumb Cake Blend
*Fussy cut out with scissors
NOTE:  make sure you leave some white space under the pumpkins
so that you can attach them to the backside of the truck bed.
Cool huh!https://stampwithsusie.blogspot.com/2023/09/trucking-along.html
 
You can see other truck cards I've made by clicking on the links below-
 Here are the measurement & supplies.
stamp set:  'Trucking Along'
card stock:
  • Wild Wheat- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Wild Wheat- 4 1/4" strip- die cut tag
  • Pecan Pie- 3 1/4 x 4 1/2"
  • Pecan Pie-1 x 4 1/4"- flag ends using the Banners Pick A Punch; emboss strip with the Cheery Patterns Embossing Folder
  • Pecan Pie- 2 3/4" strip- die cut circle
  • Basic White- 2 1/2" strip- die cut circle
  • Basic White- 2"strip- stamp truck onto & punch out; stamp clouds (for pumpkins) onto & fussy cut out with scissors
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  #162227-Garden Walk DSP= $12.50 pg. 53 HC *Retiring SOON
  • 3 x 4 1/4"
inks:  Wild Wheat, Pumpkin Pie; Pecan Pie
Stampin' Blends:  Light Basic Black; Light Smoky Slate; Dark Pumpkin Pie; Light Crumb Cake
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Deckled Circle Dies; Tailor Made Tags; #162287- Cheery Patterns Embossing Folder- *Retiring SOON- pg. 60 HC; Banners Pick A Punch; Wild Wheat Ribbon; Brushed Metallic Dots; Trucking Along Punch; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a SUPER Saturday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Friday, November 17, 2023

Joyful Banner

Check out all of these pieces of card stock & designer paper!
 
I made a super cool banner using these-
#161997- Night Divine Bundle= $48.50 pg. 16 HC
#161980- Joyful Specialty DSP= $12.00 pg. 29 HC 
These items are retiring-
so if they are on your wish list get them now before they are gone!

I also used these-
#161597- Nested Essentials Dies= $34.00 pg. 165 AC
#159183- Stylish Shapes Dies= $30.00 pg. 167 AC
 WOW!!
Isn't this banner just gorgeous!
AND all of the credit in the design of this banner goes to
my demonstrator friend from Texas- Amy Storrie.
As she made a banner like this, showed it to me
& I just knew I had to make one too! 
Here is a photo of Jimmy, Amy, me & Deke
when they came to visit & stay with us in September.
I added my banner to a flocked wreath that I bought at Hobby Lobby.
And I have my wreath hanging in our family room.
I just LOVE IT! 
Don't you?
 
Here are the supplies-
stamp set:  Night Divine (words Joy/Peace)
card stock:  Cherry Cobbler; Gold Foil
designer paper:  Joyful Specialty DSP
ink:  Versamark
dies:  Night Divine; Nested Essentials; Stylish Shapes; Stars At Night (gold stars)
other:  Gold Embossing Powder; Heat Tool; Gold Cord 
retired:  hole punch
bow:  retired Natural Ribbon
 
Today is a special day......as it is our daughter Amanda's birthday!!  She is such a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mom, friend & teacher to many!  We couldn't be more proud of her.  And how blessed we are!
Brody, Steve, Drake
Trey & Amanda

I hope you have a FABULOUS Friday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Thursday, November 16, 2023

NEW OnLine Exclusive products are available!!

These products are not in any print publications & can only be seen on line.
But you can order these products at classes too!
 CONTACT ME to help you!
Just put them to your wish list & add them to your next order!
#162871- Simply Sparkling  Bundle= $43.00
#162726- Feathered Flight
Cling Stamp Set= $24.00
 #162678- Of Art & Texture Photopolymer Stamp Set = $24.00
 #162906- Softly Said Cling Stamp Set= $25.00
 #162850- Fluffiest Friends Bundle= $54.00
 #162735- Meandering Meadow= $12.50  
48 sheets of 6×6 
#162741- Garden Meadow Bundle= $54.00
 #162813- Three color Glimmer=
$10.50   

6- 12×12 Sheets in 3 colors –  Highland Heather, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock

#162744- Pecan Pie Center Stripe Ribbon 3/8″ (10 yds)= $7.50 

#163186- The Best Destination Kit= $20.00
includes 9 cards/Envelopes, Stamp Set and Ink Spot

SHOP WITH ME- just CLICK HERE!

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Beary Christmas Suite

Awhh.........
check out this fun gift card holder card!
It is sooo cute!

I used the 
#162016- Beary Cute stamp set= $25.00 pg. 24 HC
#162015- Beary Christmas DSP= $12.50 pg. 23 HC
#162030- Balmy Blue 3/8" Ribbon= $9.00 pg. 23 HC
#162026- Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder= $11.00 pg. 75 HC
Here is what the card looks like as I'm opening it up.
I made a pocket in it that can hold a gift card, cash or little gift.
Notice how I added my inside greetings along the bottom of the inside flap like this.
Notice how I used the oval/words to be a 'latch' to hold down the front flap!
I was just careful to only add a couple of dimensionals to far left side of this.

So what do you think?
Cute huh!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set: 'Beary Cute'
card stock:
  • Balmy Blue- 5 1/2 x 6"- score at 4 1/4" & fold
  • Balmy Blue- 3 x 5 1/2"- score at 1 1/4" & 4 3/4"
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- emboss with Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder- for inside of card
  • Basic White- 2 3/4 x 3 1/4"
  • Basic White-1 1/2 x 5 1/4"
  • Basic White- 1 1/2" strip- stamp words onto & punch out with Double Oval (scalloped) Punch
designer paper:  Beary Christmas DSP-
  • 2 1/2 x 3"- bear/tree
  • 1 1/4 x 5"- snowflakes
ink:  Balmy Blue
Stampin' Blend:  Dark Real Red (to color the Rhinestones)
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder; Double Oval Punch; Tear & Tape; Rhinestones (colored Red with Dark Stampin' Blend); Balmy Blue 3/8" Sparkle Ribbon; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Annual Catalog Seasonal SALE starts today!

WOW!!! 
There are A LOT of items in this Annual Catalog Seasonal Sale!
It starts NOW!!! 
TODAY- 11/14/23 at 1:00 a.m. & goes thru Thursday, 11/16/23 at 11:59 p.m. (central time zone)
The categories on SALE are - Ribbons and Trims, Paper, and Ink from the Annual 2023.
 
The marketing doesn't list all products as it would be a long list since it's a HUGE sale!
To see all the products go to my online store  Specials > Seasonal Sale
  • Ribbons & Trim
  • Paper: Cards and envelopes (including memories and more), Cardstock, Packaging- including envelopes, Patterned Designer Paper, Specialty Paper, grid paper, masking paper, watercolor paper, Vellum
  • Ink: Ink Pads (including Classic, Versamark, Stazon, and Memento), Ink Refills, Ink Spots, Uninked Pads, Stampin' Blends Alcohol Markers, Stampin' Write Markers

    SHOP WITH ME!

    Please ORDER FROM MY ONLINE STORE BY CLICKING HERE and use host code- VQ9X4EP7

    Or CONTACT ME to help you!

Happy Shopping!!
Hugs- 
SUSIE

Saint Nicholas Bundle

 This is such a classic Old Fashioned Saint Nicholas.
Isn't it cool!

This is one of the card that everyone who attended my
Holiday Extravaganza class a couple of weeks ago made.

I used the 
#163859- Saint Nicholas Bundle= $54.75 pg. 11 HC
#162026- Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder= $9.50 pg. 23 HC
#162057- Forever Forest Dies= $37.00 pg. 20 HC
#162355- Traditions of St. Nick DSP= $12.50 OnLine Exclusive
This awesome Saint Nicholas is die cut out of the DSP!
I just love it when Stampin' Up! coordinates their dies to
go with their DSP!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Saint Nicholas' (words- outside & inside of card)
card stock:
  • Mossy Meadow- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Mossy Meadow- 4 1/4" strip- die cut tree
  • Cherry Cobbler- 2 5/8 x 5 1/4"
  • Cherry Cobbler- 1 1/4 x 5 1/4"
  • Cherry Cobbler- 1/4 x 3 1/2"
  • Basic White- 1/2 x 3"- tear top edge for snow
  • Basic White- 2 3/8 x 5"- emboss with Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Traditions of St. Nick DSP- OnLine Exclusive
  • die cut St. Nick
  • 1 x 5"
ink:  Cherry Cobbler
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Saint Nicholas Dies; Forever Forest Dies; Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder; Wink of Stella; Irridescent Rhinestones; dimensionals
 
I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Monday, November 13, 2023

'Sending Cheer'

This is a fun gingerbread man Christmas card!!
Isn't he cute!!

I used the-
#162053- Sending Cheer Bundle= $53.00- pg. 32 HC
#162116- Christmas Tidings Embossing Folder= $8.50- pg. 33 HC
Shining Christmas DSP- NOW SOLD OUT
#162286- Deckled Circle Dies= $37.00 pg. 63- HC
These are some gingerbread man cards that I made!
This little guy just makes me smile!
I hope that he makes you smile too!

Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  
  • 'Sending Cheer' (gingerbread man)
card stock:
  • Cherry Cobbler- 4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2"- fold for card base
  • Cherry Cobbler- 2 1/2" strip- die cut Deckled Circle Dies
  • Cherry Cobbler- 1/2" strip- die cut little hearts
  • Mossy Meadow- 3 3/4 x 3 3/4"- emboss with Christmas Tidings Embossing Folder
  • Mossy Meadow- 1 x 5 1/4"- flag ends with the Banners Pick A Punch
  • Basic White- 4 x 4"
  • Basic White- 2 3/4" strip- stamp gingerbread man onto strip & die cut
  • Basic White- 2 1/4" strip- stamp words onto this & die cut with Deckled Circle Dies
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Shining Brightly DSP- 2 x 3 3/4"- NOW SOLD OUT!
ink:  Memento; Pecan Pie; Cherry Cobbler
Stampin' Blends:  Dark Cherry Cobbler
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Sending Cheers Dies; Deckled Circle Dies; Christmas Tidings Embossing Folder; Banners Pick A Punch; Iridescent Adhesive-Backed Discs; Silver- Threaded Twine- use 2 strands of this that are approx. and 7" each to tie a bow; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a MARVELOUS Monday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Sunday, November 12, 2023

Beary Christmas

This is a fun layout!
Check out these trees!

I used the 
#162015- Beary Christmas DSP= $12.50 pg. 23 HC
#16048- Merriest Trees Bundle= $55.75 pg. 12 HC
Cute huh!
I hope you give it a try & make a card using this layout!

Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  
  • 'Merriest Trees' (tree)
  • 'Beary Christmas' (words)
card stock:
  • Garden Green- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Garden Green- 2" strip- punch out Modern Oval Punch
  • Garden Green- 2" strip- stamp tree & die cut
  • Pretty Peacock- 3 3/4 x 5"
  • Basic White- 1" strip- stamp words onto & punch out with Modern Oval Punch
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Beary Christmas DSP
  • 1 7/8 x 1 7/8"- stripes (x2)
  • 1 7/8 x 3 1/8"- trees (x2)
ink:  Garden Green
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Merriest Trees Dies; Modern Oval Punch; dimensionals; glue dots

I hope you have a SPECIAL Saturday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE