Dec 6, 2019 | #simplestamping, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, 3D Projects, Annual Catalog |
Hello Stampers! It’s almost time to dig out your ugly sweater, pour a glass of egg nog, and enjoy the festive traditions of the season with those you love. If you have last-minute gifts to find, I have some quick and easy suggestions for the creative folks on your list. - Paper Pumpkin craft kits in the mail are one-size-fits-all and come pre-wrapped in a pretty box. Available in 1-, 3-, 6-, and 12-month pre-paid subscription or month-to-month subscriptions.The December kit is called Something for Everything and includes a 13-piece stamp set and the ingredients to create 12 full-size greeting cards. Be sure to subscribe by December 10 to get your hands on this all-occasions card kit.
- Stampin’ Up!’s all-inclusive kits are perfect for the crafter on your list. The three kits include a stamp set, ink spot, and the ingredients to create cards. I’d be happy to help you select the perfect kit.
- Looking for something you can wrap? Here are 25 items under $25 dollars!
- Last, but not least, contact me for gift cards for Stampin’ Up! products and classes – available in any amount!
Did you know gift cards are a $127 billion market* and 73 percent of shoppers plan to purchase gift cards this season? That’s a lot of gift cards! Those gift cards will be much more fun to give and receive if they are in a pretty package! So, it makes sense that this month’s tutorial is lovely packaging perfect for gift cards and other small treats! (Unfortunately, the Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper is sold out, but any of Stampin’ Up!’s paper can be substituted for this project.) Year-End Closeout is Happening Now Stampin’ Up! is making room for great new products! Check the Year-End Closeout for a selection of discounted and retiring products at kimquade.stampinup.net. Also, remember to check the Clearance Rack. You never know what deals you might find! Sale-A-Bration is on the Way Sale-A-Bration, Stampin’ Up!’s biggest promotion of the year is almost here. Beginning January 3, 2020, you’ll be able to earn free product with purchases of $50 and $100. Look for exclusive stamp sets, Designer Series Paper, framelits, and more. I will be sending both the January-June Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration catalogs to those who have ordered from me in the last year. If you don’t currently work with a demonstrator, I’d be happy to get a set in the mail to you. Just contact me with your address. Thank you so much for your support during the last year! I appreciate you! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year! Happy stamping!
Kim
*Statistics from CardCash.com |
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| Upcoming EventsSaturday, December 7, 11 to 4 p.m., Gilbert Classical Academy Craft Show, 1016 N Burk St., Gilbert, Arizona. Thursday, December 12, 10 a.m., Stampin’ Up! Coffee and Cards, QC Junction Cafe, 20275 E Rittenshouse, Queen Creek, Arizona. Join me as we create two greeting cards. Cost is $10 and includes a $5 QC Junction gift card with which to purchase a snack or drink of your choice. Please RSVP. Friday, January 3. January-June Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration catalog go live. Look for a amazing new products in these catalogs. Thursday, January 9, 10 a.m., Stampin’ Up! Coffee and Cards, QC Junction Cafe, 20275 E Rittenshouse, Queen Creek, Arizona. Join me as we create two greeting cards. Cost is $10 and includes a $5 QC Junction gift card with which to purchase a snack or drink of your choice. Please RSVP. |
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Our Acetate Card Boxes (#144628) are handy to have around any time of the year. You can easily give handmade cards as gifts with these clear card boxes. Each box holds five to eight standard cards plus envelopes and you receive ten boxes in each package. Today I want to show you how you can completely change the look and purpose with one cut! |
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1. Cut BoxCut un-assembled Acetate Card Box in half at 4″ along the 8″ side using scissors or a strong guillotine-style cutter. |
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2. Score PaperScore 4-7/16″ x 5″ Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper at 2-7/8″ and 3-1/2″ along the 5″ side. Fold the Brightly Gleaming Paper along the score lines so the star pattern is on the outside. |
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3. Build BoxAssemble one Acetate Card Box half. The finished box is open on one side. Add Glue Dots to back corners of largest scored section of Brightly Gleaming Paper, the side with stars. Slide into box, the smaller scored sections create the top flap. |
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4. Die Cut & PunchDie cut scrap Very Vanilla cardstock with largest circle from the Stitched Shapes Framelits. Punch 1″ circle from scrap Night of Navy cardstock. |
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5. Add FoilCut Copper Foil Sheet to 3/4″ x 4-7/8″. Add Tear & Tape along one long edge of the Copper side. Adhere under the edge of the Brightly Gleaming box flap. Add Tear & Tape towards left edge of flap. |
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6. Copper TrimPinch edges of Copper Trim and pull sideways to stretch the metallic mesh ribbon. It will hold in the shape it is stretched to. Repeat pinching and pulling to create two 4″ pieces. |
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7. Copper StarsAdd tiny dots of Multipurpose Liquid Glue to the back of a large Brightly Gleaming Foil star. Adhere to Very Vanilla circle. Add self-adhesive Star Designer Element to center of small Brightly Gleaming Foil Star. Add to 1″ Night of Navy Circle with a Glue Dot. Adhere to large star with a Stampin’ Dimensional. Add large circle to box flap with Tear & Tape. |
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8. Add FastenersCreate a fastener to hold the box flap closed by adding a self-adhesive hook and loop closure. Adhere one half of the 1/2″ hook and loop dot to the inside of the flap. Close flap to adhere the other half to the box front. |
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9. Fill BoxFill the box with candy, gift cards, or other small gifts. Close flap and this beautiful box is sure to bring a bright, happy gleam to the eyes of whoever you give it to! |
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Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper#150429 |
Brightly Gleaming Foil Elements (On Sale)#150431 |
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ContactStampin’ Up! Demonstrator
Mesa, Arizona
402-617-7955
[email protected]
www.kimplayswithpaper.com | |
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Dec 1, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Annual Catalog, Christmas, Gallery, Punches |
Stampin’ Up! Wrapped in Plaid
Hello Stampers!
Stampin’ Up!”s Wrapped in Plaid Suite offers an awesome collection of products for your holiday and Christmas card crafting. With a stamp set, the Pine Tree Punch, Designer Series Paper, ribbon, and more, all of the products coordinate to make crafting easy and fun. I just made 30 of this card for my sister.
Here is a free tutorial for creating this card.
Stampin’ Up! Supplies:
- STAMPS –Perfectly Plaid (149418)
- PAPER – Cherry Cobbler (119685), Shaded Spruce (146981), Wrapped in Plaid 6 x 6 Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP) (149596,) Gold Foil Sheets (132622), Whisper White (100730)
- INK – Shaded Spruce (147088), Cherry Cobbler (147083)
- OTHER – Pine Tree Punch (149521), Stitched Shapes Dies (145372), Layering Circles (141705), Linen Thread (1041990, Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels (146924), Glue Dots (103683), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), SNAIL (104332), Paper Snips (103579), Die Cut Machine
Cutting & Scoring:
- Cherry Cobbler Cardstock – 11” x 4 ¼” – score and fold at 5 ½”
- Gold Foil – 5 ½” x 4 ¼” and two, 3 ¼” x 3 ¼”
- Wrapped in Plaid 6 x 6 Specialty Designer Series Paper – 5 ¼” x 4”
- Shaded Spruce scraps
- Whisper White – 2 ½” x 1”
Instructions:
- Adhere the 5 ¼” x 4” sheet of Gold Foil onto the Cherry Cobbler card base.
- Adhere the 5” x 3 ¾” piece of Wrapped in Plaid 6 x 6 DSP onto the Gold Foil.
- Die cut both the Scallop Circle and Stitched Circle Label from the Gold Foil.
- Layer the Stitched Circle onto the scallop circle using Glue Dots or SNAIL.
- Stamp two trees with Shaded Spruce ink onto the Shaded Spruce scraps. Punch with Pine Tree Punch.
- Stamp one tree with Shaded Spruce ink onto the Whisper White scrap. Punch with Pine Tree Punch.
- Using Glue Dots, affix the white cardstock tree in the middle of the gold circles. Place a Shaded Spruce cardstock tree on each side of the white tree, overlapping the trees slightly.
- Stamp the Merry Christmas sentiment onto a white scrap measuring 2 ½” x 1” with Cherry Cobbler ink. Position it close to the right edge to leave room for the bow.
- Using Stampin’ Dimensionals, pop up the sentiment on top of the trees.
- Tie a bow with Linen Thread. Use a Glue Dot to add the bow to the left of the sentiment. Add to card.
- Add a Red Rhinestone Basic Jewel to the top of the middle tree.
Click any of the photo links below to be taken directly to my online store to purchase the products used to create this card.
Thanks for stopping by today.
Kim
Nov 27, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019 Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog, 3D Projects |
Hello Stampers!
Since moving to Mesa, Arizona, three months ago, I’ve been attending a variety of networking meetings to meet new people and make new connections. I was introduced to this group about two months ago — O.N.E. Networking. It’s a fun group of business people and entrepreneurs who meet weekly to get to know each other, build relationships, and do business together when it makes sense.
I had an opportunity to present Tuesday. Instead of talking for 15 minutes, I brought a stamping project for eighteen! With help from two assistants (who are experienced stampers), we each created a treat packet with Stampin’ Up! inks, stamps, punches, and paper. And, I included chocolate!
It was such a fun morning! Everyone participated and were proud to create something handmade.
I am thankful to this group for their friendships and their willingness to try something new.
Happy Thanksgiving to all! Enjoy your time with family and friends!
Kim
Nov 23, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Christmas, Gallery, Kim's Creations |
Hello Stampers!
Welcome to Team Stamp It’s November Blog Hope where we’re featuring Christmas- and holiday-themed cards and projects. Be sure to visit all of the blogs on the hop. Leave a comment with the hashtag #tstampitcontest for a chance to win a card kit.
My project today features the Faux Silk Technique. I stamped the trees image from Stampin’ Up!’s Winter Woods stamp set with Night of Navy ink onto a piece of white tissue paper. I let it dry completely and then crumbled the tissue paper in my hand. I straightened it a bit (but not too much) and then adhered it to a piece of Whisper White card stock using a glue stick purchased at a dollar store.
I then framed the tree image with a Silver Foil die cut using the Stampin’ Up!’s Stitched Rectangles. The sentiment comes from the Christmas Gleaming stamp set. I also stamped the Birch background stamp with Night of Navy ink onto the Night of Navy card stock, just to add a little dimension.
Thanks for stopping by today. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or the Faux Silk Technique.
Again, visit all of the blogs on the hop. Congratulations to Janice Kincaid, last month’s winner.
Kim
Nov 21, 2019 | 2019-2020 Annual Catalog |
Hello Stampers!
Click on any of the graphics below to be taken directly to my online store! This is a great opportunity to stock up on card stock and get some new ink pads and bundles.
Please let me know if you have questions or if I can help you order!
Kim
