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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Painted Posies

Check this out!
I used some awesome NEW Specialty Paper to do this technique!
 
Look how I embossed using this Berry Burst Specialty Paper from the-
#161748- White Center Specialty Paper*= $11.50- pg. 127.
*2 sheets each of- Azure Afternoon; Night of Navy; Berry Burst;
Fresh Freesia & Lemon Lime Twist

Once I embossed this I then took a sanding block
& rubbed it LIGHTLY over the embossed image!
This made the white show up on the embossed images!
NOTE:  Be sure when sanding that you rub in one directly 
& don't go back & forth, as it could rip the paper.  
 
This is one of the cards that everyone stamping with me at my 
August monthly classes will be making! 
So what do you think?
Isn't is just so pretty!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Timeless Arrangement' (words)
card stock:
  • Berry Burst- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 2 1/8" & 4 1/4"- fold for card base
  • Berry Burst- 1/2 x 4"
  • Berry Burst- 1 1/2" strip- punch out with Double Oval Punch
  • Berry Burst- 1 1/2" strip- die cut little flowers
  • Granny Apple Green-  1 1/2" strip- die cut sprigs
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for outside layer of card
  • Basic White- 1" strip- stamp words onto & punch out with Double Oval Punch
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside layer of card
designer paper:  
  • Glorious Gingham Ribbon- 1 x 4"
  • White Center 12x12 Specialty Paper- 3 3/4 x 3 3/4"- emboss with the Painted Posies Embossing Folder
ink:  Berry Burst
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Timeless Arrangement Dies; Double Oval Punch; Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels; dimensionals; glue dots
On Line Exclusive item- #156408- White Glitter Organdy Ribbon= $8.50
Retired SU!- Sanding Block

I hope you have a great Thursday!
Happy stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Circle Sayings Diamond Fold

This is a fun diamond fold card.
I used the 
 #161348- 'Circle Sayings'= $24.00- pg. 17.
 
This is one of the cards that everyone stamping with me at my
August monthly classes will be making! 
It looks like this when standing up!
Cool huh!
Don't the words I used for the inside just work perfectly!
#161409- Hope You Know= $24.00- pg. 22.
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Circle Sayings'
card stock:
  • Basic Black-4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2 & 8 7/8"- mark at 2 1/8" on the center of the end & cut back to the 8  7/8" scored line to make the point 
  • Basic Black- 3 x 3"
  • Boho Blue- 3 1/8 x 4"- emboss using the Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder
  • Boho Blue- 2 3/4" strip- die cut stitched square
  • Boho Blue- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
  • Basic White- 2 x 2"- stamp sun/waves onto & color with Stampin' Blends
ink:  Memento
Stampin' Blends:  Light & Dark Daffodil Delight; Light & Dark Boho Blue
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder; Wink of Stella' Iridescent Rhinestones; dimensionals
 
I hope you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Black & White Enchanted Butterfly

I love this black & white card- with a splash of yellow!
Check it out!
This is a totally Susie card.
 
I used the-
#161304- Zoo Crew DSP= $12.50- pg. 132.
AND
The gorgeous butterfly is from the-
#161279- Enchanted Butterfly stamp set= $24.00- pg. 109.
 
This is one of the cards that everyone stamping with me at my 
August mothly classes will be making!
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp sets:  'Enchanted Butterfly' & 'Darling Details' (words)
card stock:
  • Basic Black- 4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2"- fold in half for card base
  • Basic Black-  3 1/2 x 3 1/2"- die cut square out of middle
  • Basic White- 3" strip- stamp butterfly & die cut circle
  • Basic White- 1 1/2" strip- stamp words & die cut circle
  • Basic White- 1 x 5 1/2"
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Zoo Crew DSP-
  • 2 x 4"
  • 3 3/4 x 3 3/4"
ink:  Memento
Stampin' Blends:  Daffodil Delight
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Stylish Shapes Dies; Wink of Stella; dimensionals; Adhesive Backed Sparkle Gems (Black)
 
I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Monday, August 7, 2023

Delightfully Eclectic

 What a bright & cheery card this is!
Aren't these daisies so pretty!
 
I used the 
#161640- Delightfully Eclectic DSP (48 sheets)= $30.00- pg. 129.

Check out the words!
You will want to add them to your wish list!
These words are sneak peek of a new stamp set in the upcoming Holiday Catalog-
#162283- So Sincere= $24.00.
I just love the font & all of the sentiments in this set!
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'So Sincere'- Available 9/6/23 in the upcoming Holiday Catalog
card stock:
  • Petal Pink- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Crushed Curry- 3 1/4 x 4 1/4"
  • Crushed Curry- 3/4 x 3 1/4"
  • Crushed Curry- 1 1/2" strip- punch out scalloped Oval
  • Basic White- 1 1/4" strip- stamp words & punch out Oval
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for the inside of the card
designer paper:  Delightfully Eclectic DSP- 3 x 4"
ink:  Crushed Curry
other:  Double Oval Punch; Ribbon Due Combo (Petal Pink); 2023-2025 In Color Dots (Wild Wheat); dimensionals; glue dots; Wink of Stella
 
I hope you have a MARVELOUS Monday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Sunday, August 6, 2023

Trucking Along

What an ADORABLE stamp set this is!
I used the
#162299- Trucking Along stamp set= $24.00 
*NOTE that there is a coordinating PUNCH that goes with this stamp set, 
but it is currently out of stock until around 10/1/23.
This stamp set is so cute & has endless possibilities.
This is the card that I made for Masen's birthday!
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp sets:  'Trucking Along' & 'Circle Sayings' (Happy Birthday words)
card stock:
  • Boho Blue- 4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2" & fold in half for card base
  • Misty Moonlight- 1 x 5 1/2"- stamp words on far right side
  • Misty Moonlight- 2 3/4" strip- die cut stitched Rectangle
  • Basic White- 2 1/2" strip- die cut stitched Rectangle & stamp truck onto
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper: Let's Go Fishing- 3 x 4"
inks:  Memento, Boho Blue
 Stampin' Blends:  Dark Daffodil Delight; Dark Real Red; Dark Crumb Cake; Light Smoky Slate; Light Boho Blue
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Nested Essentials Dies; Boho Blue Twine; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a SUPER Sunday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Enchanted Butterfly

This is a such a bright & cheery card.
This flying butterfly just makes me smile!
 
You all know that I love black & white cards-
and I added a splash of Crushed Curry to this one!
This is a totally Susie card!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Inked & Tiled' (Words); 'Enchanted Butterfly'
card stock:
  • Basic Black- 4 1/4 x 11"- score at 5 1/2" & half for card base
  • Basic Black-  3 1/4" die cut stitched circle with Stylish Shapes Dies
  • Crushed Curry- 4 x 4"
  • Crushed Curry- 1 x 5 1/2"- punch ends with Banners Pick A Punch
  • Basic White- 3" strip- stamp butterfly onto & die cut stitched circle with Stylish Shapes Dies
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Zoo Crew- 3 3/4 x 3 3/4"
ink:  Memento
Stampin' Blends:  Dark Daffodil Delight
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Stylish Shapes Dies; Wink of Stella; Black & White Gingham Ribbon; Banners Pick A Punch; dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a SPECIAL Saturday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Friday, August 4, 2023

Kindest Expressions

Wow- I love how this card turned out!
This is a totally Susie card.
 
Check out the pretty background.......
*I stamped the leaves onto the Lost Lagoon card stock using Lost Lagoon ink.
*I embossed it with the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder.
*I lightly drug a White Craft ink pad over the embossed part.
 
You can CLICK BELOW on the links to see other cards I have done using the 
White Craft Ink & Embossing Folders. 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Kindest Expressions' (words); 'Inked & Tiled' (leaf)
card stock:
  • Pretty Peacock- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Pretty Peacock- 2 3/4" strip- die cut stitched rectangle
  • Pretty Peacock- 3/4 x 4 1/4"- punch end with Banners Pick A Punch
  • Lost Lagoon- 4 x 5 1/4"- stamp leaf all over; emboss with Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder
  • Basic White- 2 1/2" strip- stamp words & die cut stitched rectangle
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
ink:  Lost Lagoon, Pretty Peacock, White Craft
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder; Nested Essentials Dies; Banners Pick A Punch; Lost Lagoon 1/4" Bordered Ribbon; Iridescent Pastel Gems (Balmy Blue); dimensionals; glue dots
 
I hope you have a FABULOUS Friday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Painted Posies Z Fold card

Aren't these embossed flowers just so pretty!
 
I used the 
#159175- Painted Posies 3D Embossing Folder= $11.00- pg. 169.
I added some Granny Apple Sprigs- 
#161526- Timeless Arrangement Bundle= $54.00- pg. 67.
AND
#163170- Glorious Gingham DSP= $10.50- pg. 130.
  This is a fun z fold card.
I added some Wink of Stella over the top of the embossed flowers.
The photo doesn't show the sparkle- but it is pretty in person!
 
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Timeless Arrangement' (words)
card stock:
  • Thick Basic White- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 2 1/8" & 4 1/4"- fold for card base
  • Berry Burst- 4 x 5 1/4"- emboss with Painted Posies 3D Embossing Folder
  • Berry Burst- 1 3/4" strip- punch out with Double Oval Punch
  • Berry Burst- 2" strip- die cut little flowers
  • Granny Apple Green-  2" strip- die cut sprigs
  • Basic White- 1 1/2" strip- stamp words onto & punch out with Double Oval Punch
designer paper:  Glorious Gingham Ribbon- 1 x 4"
ink:  Berry Burst
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Timeless Arrangement Dies; Double Oval Punch; Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels; dimensionals; glue dots; Wink of Stella
On Line Exclusive item- #156408- White Glitter Organdy Ribbon= $8.50

I hope you have a great Thursday!
Happy stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Delighful Doily Hybrid Embossing Folder/Die Bundle


Isn't this doily card neat!
I used the NEW
#161286- Delightful Doily Hybrid Embossing Folder/Die Bundle= $42.00- pg. 168.
I love how cool it is that you emboss & then die cut out your images.
This is a z fold card- my favor fold!
This is what it looks like when standing up!
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Handmade Hugs'
card stock:
  • Basic Black- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 2 1/8" & 4 1/4"- fold for card base
  • Basic Black- 4" strip- die cut solid piece to layer behind die cut doily
  • Basic Black- 3/4 x 3 1/2"
  • Bubble Bath- 4 x 5 1/4"- emboss with Doily Embossing Folder & then die cut center doily out
  • Basic White- 2 1/2" strip- stamp words onto & die cut with circle that is in the Delightful Doily Hybrid Bundle
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
ink:  Memento
other:  Stampin 'Cut & Emboss Machine; Delightful Doily Hybrid Embossing Folder/Die Bundle; Black & White Gingham Ribbon; Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels; dimensionals; glue dots

I hope you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW Festive Tags Kit

This is a NEW KIT that was just released today!
#162485- FESTIVE TAGS KIT on Sale= $11.70
regularly- $13.00
 
Share Christmas cheer with handmade gift tags! It’s easy with this all-inclusive Festive Tags Kit. The cute wreath, snowman, holly, ornament, and Christmas tree will bring instant holiday spirit to your gift-giving. The kit includes printed die cuts, embellishments, and twine—no stamps or ink needed, so you can assemble these almost anywhere in almost no time. Just adhere the die cuts and embellishments and finish with a twine tie. You’ll have handmade tags for the holidays in minutes! Bonus: The kit includes sentiment stickers in English, French, German, and Dutch, so you can gift in multiple languages!
Kit includes:
* Predesigned projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Makes 15 tags: 3 each of 5 designs
* Size range: 1-1/2" x 2"–2-1/2" x 3" (3.8 x 5.1 cm–2.5 x 7.6 cm)
* Enough adhesive to complete projects
* Die cut stickers and accents
* Peel-and-stick gold dots
* Baker's twine
*A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go

Product colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Garden Green, Lost Lagoon, Pool Party, Real Red

Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. Order today!

 

KITS are ON SALE in August!

CLICK HERE TO SHOP in my ON LINE STORE! 

Sales Period: August 1-31, 2023

  • The sale only applies to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! 
  • *it does not include Paper Pumpkin kits.
  • There is no limit to how many kits may be purchased.
  • The kits will be up to 30% off as indicated on the website.
  • No discount code necessary—the discount will be applied automatically.
  •  
  • Some FUN FACTS about KITS-
  • Kits are fun, quick and easy, and all-inclusive so there’s nothing extra to buy.
  • Completing a kit gives crafter's a sense of artistic accomplishment.
  • Completed kits make great gifts. You can make the projects and then give them away for someone else to use.
  • Kits come in so many styles and project types, there’s something for everyone.
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Zany Zoo Faux Shutter Technique card

Look at this FUN card!
I did the Fractured card or Faux Shutter Technique.

I used the 
#161304- Zoo Crew DSP= $12.50- pg. 132
 & coordinating #161315-Zany Zoo Bundle= $54.00- pg. 47.

 
How did I do it?
*I cut 4 different sizes of DSP.
 I used this card for my measurements to make the 4 different sized DSP pieces.
*These are the patterns I made to cut the 4 DSP pieces.
*This is what it looks like when they are all adhered to the card front.
*I added a stitched square from the Stylish Shapes Dies to the center.
*Adhere the 1/4 x 5 1/2" black strips onto the card front as shown above.
*Then take Paper Snips & cut off the excess strips.
*Notice how I used this die to cut out my words.
*I wanted them shorter- so I ran them back thru the 
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine again & it is now the perfect size for the words!
*I die cut the turtle directly from the Zoo Crew DSP.
*I then colored the turtle with Stampin' Blends-
 Light Smoky Slate; Light & Dark Lemon Lime Twist.
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Zany Zoo'
card stock:
  • Basic Black- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Basic Black- 2" strip- die cut stitched circle
  • Basic Black- 1/4 x 5 1/2"- cut 4 of these
  • Lemon Lime Twist-2 1/4" strip- die cut stitched square
  • Basic White- 1" strip- stamp words onto & die cut
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Zoo Crew DSP
  • approx. 2 x 3"- x 4 - all different patterns 
  • turtle image 
ink:  Memento
Stampin' Blends:  Light Smoky Slate; Light & Dark Lemon Lime Twist
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Zany Zoo Dies; Stylish Shapes Dies; dimensionals
 
I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Monday, July 31, 2023

Faux Shutter Technique or Fractured card

Isn't this just so cute!
I LOVE THIS card & this TECHNIQUE! 

Here is another Fractured card or Faux Shutter Technique.
I used the Zoo Crew DSP & coordinating 'Zany Zoo' Bundle!
*I will post more photos with info & tips on how to make this card,
including measurements tomorrow.

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

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Inked & Tiled Leaf

I LOVE IT!
The card makes me think of Fall (my favorite time of the year)!
I used the stamp set-
 #161158- Inked & Tiled= $27.00- pg. 95.
AND 
#161157- Inked Botanicals 6x6 DSP (48 sheets)= $12.50- pg. 131.

Notice how I shadow stamped the leaf directly onto the 
card front using Lost Lagoon ink onto the Lost Lagoon card stock.
I then splattered some dots over the stamped leaf using the  
Lost Lagoon Stampin' Write Marker. 
 
How did I do that?
I used the brush tip end, along with the marker lid of my 
Stampin' Write Marker & flicked the ink onto it.
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Inked & Tiled'
card stock:
  • Lost Lagoon- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Pretty Peacock- 2 3/4 x 3 1/4"
  • Pretty Peacock- 1 1/2" strip- punch out oval with Double Oval Punch
  • Basic White- 1 1/4" strip- stamp words onto & punch out with Double Oval Punch
  • Basic White- 2 1/2 x 3"- stamp leaf onto
  • Basic White- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Inked Botancials DSP-
  • 1/2 x 4"- stems
  • 1 1/2 x 5 1/2"- plaid
ink:  Lost Lagoon
Stampin' Write Marker:  Lost Lagoon
other:  Lost Lagoon Ribbon; Double Oval Punch; Iridescent Pastel Gems(Balmy Blue); Glue Dots; dimensionals
 
I hope you have a SPECTACULAR Sunday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Simple Saturday!

It is SIMPLE Saturday!
Check out today's card using the
#161157- Inked Botanicals DSP= $12.50- pg. 131.

Notice how I shadow stamped flowers in the corners on the card
front using Calypso Coral Ink on Calypso Coral card stock.
I also embossed a piece of Lost Lagoon card stock using the-
#154317- Painted Textured 3D Embossing Folder= $10.00- pg. 169.
Here are the supplies & measurements.
stamp set:  'Inked & Tiled' (words)
card stock:
  • Calypso Coral- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"- score at 4 1/4" & fold in half for card base
  • Calypso Coral-  4 1/4 x 1"- punch ends to flag them using the Banners Pick A Punch
  • Lost Lagoon- 3 x 4"- emboss using the Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder
  • Lost Lagoon- 1/4 x 4 1/4"
  • Lost Lagoon- 1 1/2" strip- punch out with Double Oval Punch
  • Very Vanilla- 1 1/4" strip- punch out with  Double Oval Punch
  • Very Vanilla- 4 x 5 1/4"- for inside of card
designer paper:  Inked Botanicals DSP- 3 x 4"
ink: Calypso Coral
other:  Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder; Double Oval Punch; dimensionals; Banners Pick A Punch; 2023-2025 In Color Dots (Wild Wheat)
 
I hope you have a SUPER Saturday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs-
SUSIE