Dec 13, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Annual Catalog, Christmas, Gallery, Kim's Creations |
Stampin’ Up! So Many Stars Christmas Card
Hello Stampers!
Look what I found in my mailbox: A beautiful Christmas card using Stampin’ Up!’s So Many Stars Bundle. Going to the mailbox this time of year is so much fun! Mixed between the bills and the advertising fliers are Christmas and holiday cards. Some of them include notes and letters letting us know what’s been happening in friends’ and relatives’ lives in the last year. It’s great to catch up!
And, I just love that some of the cards are handmade. This beautiful card was created and sent to me by Angela Schmit. She used Stampin’ Up!’s So Many Stars Bundle which includes a stamp set and the coordinating Stitched Stars Dies. One of the key features of this beautiful card is the silver heat embossing on the largest Night of Navy star. There’s a lot of sparkle on this card with Silver Glimmer Paper stars.
This stamp set can be found in Stampin’ Up!’s Holiday Catalog. If you like this stamp set, So Many Stars, be sure to get it soon. It will be retiring from the lineup January 2. Purchase the stamp set and the dies as a bundle and receive a 10 percent discount. Please note: the So Many Stars Bundle is being discontinued so get it before it’s gone. (Here’s a link to the bundle in my online store here.) Good news, though, the Stitched Stars Dies, will be carrying over and will be available in the January-June 2020 Mini Catalog.
I hope you find your mailbox full of cards this holiday season. If you want to receive a card from me, reply to this post or email me at [email protected]. I’d love to send you some happy mail.
See below for a list of products Angela used to create this card. Also, be sure to check out Stampin’ Up!’s Discounted Products and the Clearance Rack.
Thanks for stopping by today. I’d love to help you with your crafting needs and inspiration. I teach classes in the Mesa and Queen Creek areas of Arizona and would love to have you join me.
Kim
Dec 9, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Annual Catalog |
Hello Stampers!
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, December 11. For one day only, Stampin’ Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING on all orders $50 and more (before tax and shipping)! This includes year-end closeout items, clearance rack goodies, and qualifying pre-paid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions.
This is a great time to stock up on your crafting essentials, get those items on your wish list, or purchase holiday gifts. Need suggestions? I can help!
Feel free to shop directly from my online store at kimquade.stampinup.net or contact me directly to help you place your order.
Please let me know if you have questions!
Thanks,
Kim
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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Acetate Card Boxes#144628 | |
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 3, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Annual Catalog |
Hello Stampers! Cozy flannel shirts, soft checkered scarves, and packages wrapped in festive plaid are all favorites of the fall and winter seasons. To me, plaid and the holidays go hand in hand, so I was thrilled when I saw the Wrapped In Plaid Suite. The Perfectly Plaid stamp set and coordinating Pine Tree Punch are already a holiday hit. Beyond the holidays, the plaid papers and natural tree images will still be on my go-to list for nature-themed and masculine cards. The blue plaid patterns will make great Father’s Day cards, too so be sure to get an extra package of the Wrapped In Plaid 6″ x 6″ Specialty Designer Series Paper when you order! This month’s tutorial features the fabulous Wrapped In Plaid Suite. I hope you get as wrapped up in this fun plaid theme as I am! New Paper Trimmer Now Available Stampin’ Up! just released a new paper trimmer, and it’s fabulous. I was able to preorder mine as a demonstrator and it’s now available for you to order, as well. It’s lightweight, portable, and perfect for making stable and straight cuts, and it’s only $25. (Item: 152392) Here are some additional details: - 15-3/8 x 8 x 1/2” (39 x 20.3 x 1.3 cm)
- Includes 1 cutting blade and 1 scoring blade.
- Includes imperial and metric measurements.
- Ruler and grid protected by durable plastic cover.
- Point on cutting handle for precise measuring.
- Right-side grid for cutting thin strips.
Christmas Time is Here Suite Now Available This exclusive, limited-time collection of festive, floral coordinating products has everything you need to share love, joy, and creativity this holiday season.There’s a stamp set, coordinating framlelits, Designer Series Paper, some luscious gold ribbon and gems, as well as a bracelet. Winter Wonderland Paper Pumpkin You’ll want to be sure to sign up for Stampin’ Up!’s November Paper Pumpkin: Winter Wonderland. It has all of the ingredients to help you create 24 holiday/winter-themed tags. Subscribe by November 10 to receive the kit. It’s just $22 a month + tax (shipping is included). Here is a direct link subscribe: https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2078804. Online Extravaganza Coming Soon! Mark your calendars for November 20, 21, and 22. Stampin’ Up!’s annual Online Extravaganza will be live. Watch your email for a notice or check my blog nearer to the date for details. www.kimplayswithpaper.com. Happy stamping!
Kim |
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Bring the cozy comforts of winter to your holiday cards with the Wrapped In Plaid Suite and a simple stamping technique. The Wrapped In Plaid 6″ x 6″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, with it’s variety of plaid patterns and gold foil accents, really makes this card shine. For just a bit more plaid, the card is stamped with the popular Buffalo Check background stamp (#147797 wood, #151372 cling). The realistic pine tree image in the Perfectly Plaid stamp set is perfect for creating a two-tone color effect with the Rock n’ Roll technique! |
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1. Stamp BackgroundScore 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ Crumb Cake cardstock at 4-1/4″ along 8-1/2″ side. Ink Buffalo Check background stamp with VersaMark ink. For best results lay cardstock onto the stamp and rub the back of the cardstock to transfer the image. |
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2. Rock n’ RollTo create the Rock n’ Roll stamping technique, ink realistic tree with Garden Green ink. Roll edges of the tree onto the Shaded Spruce ink pad. Stamp onto Very Vanilla cardstock. Die cut with largest circle from Stitched Shapes dies. |
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3. Punch & LayerPunch one end of 2″ x 5-1/2″ Wrapped In Plaid Designer Series Paper with Banner Triple Punch. Adhere 1/8″ from bottom of card, even with left edge. Layer on 3″ x 4″ Wrapped In Plaid paper. |
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4. Decorate & EmbellishCut a 6″ piece of 1/2″ Classic Weave Ribbon. Trim ends so the right edge ends with a full copper Christmas Greeting. Adhere across card with SNAIL or Glue Dots. Trim off excess ribbon at left edge of card. Add copper Star Designer Element above the tree. |
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Perfectly Plaid Bundle#151143 | |
Wrapped In Plaid 6 x 6 Specialty Designer Series Paper#149596 |
Classic Weave Ribbon#150394 |
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ContactStampin’ Up! Demonstrator
Mesa, Arizona
402-617-7955
[email protected]
www.kimplayswithpaper.com | |
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