Your Biggest Fan Father’s Day

Welcome to Team Stamp It’s May Blog Hop. We’re so glad you joined us! This month, we feature Father’s Day cards and projects. Be sure to visit all of the blogs on the hop and leave a comment with the hashtag #stampitcontest. You could win the Brewed for You Bundle. See the list of participants at the end of this post.

Your Biggest Fan Father’s Day

I’m going to miss the Hey Sports Fan Suite from Stampin’ Up!’s January-June 2022 Mini Catalog. It officially retires June 30, but elements of the suite will only be available while supplies last. (Hint: So, if you like any of the components, get them before they’re gone.) The Designer Series Paper sports some fantastic designs. I’ve ordered an extra package to have on hand for those masculine greetings cards. 

Hey Sports Fan Suite Collection

In addition to the baseball-themed products in this suite collection, I used a brand-new item from Stampin’ Up!’s 2022-2023 Annual Catalog. I love the Mini Pocket Envelope Dies to create a quick and easy gift card holder. Use it separately, or attach it to a card front like I did for this card. (See this post for additional samples using the Mini Pocket Envelope Die.)

Your Biggest Fan Father's Day

All of the elements from the suite work together to make card making easy! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today. I hope you’re inspired to make your own creations with the Hey Sports Fan Suite and the Mini Envelope Pocket Dies.

Look for more Father’s Day inspiration from the other talented stampers participating in the blog hop. Visit them all and leave a comment for a chance to win the Brewed for You Bundle.

Congrats to last month’s winner: Cindy Goslar

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Blog Hop Index

 

Nature’s Prints “Class to Go”

I’m so excited to offer my first “class to go.” I offer four different kit options that include eight cards (two each of four designs) as well as a tutorial. Click here for more information and to order.

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Mini Pocket Envelope Samples

Mini Pocket Envelope Samples

I hope you’re enjoying Stampin’ Up!’s new 2022-2023 Annual Catalog! Sometimes, it takes awhile to discover all of the really fun and cool paper crafting products offered. The Mini Pocket Envelope dies present a lot of possibilities. Find this one in the back of the catalog on page 172.You can use any Designer Series Paper, almost any stamp set, and an array of embellishments with the die set to make handmade creations.

My first thoughts ran to treat packet holders. Then, I saw gift card holders — as a stand-alone project and as an attachment to a card. Use them for graduations, weddings, birthdays, and Christmas. 

Today, I share a couple of versions of this with you. I know there are so many options!

Mini Pocket Envelope Samples

The pocket can be used alone or on the front of a card.

Slim Sayings Graduation Gift Card Holder

This die is perfect for a graduation gift card holder.

Holiday Gift Card Holder

Let’s not forget Christmas gift card holders.

I hope you enjoy these projects. Be sure to watch the video (a Facebook Live replay from May 17, 2022) to see how i created these holders.

Mini Pocket Envelope Samples Video

Starter Kit Special

With the launch of the catalog do you have a long wish list? Get the most value for your money by purchasing the Starter Kit — Stampiin’ Up!’s ultimate bundle. 

This is an awesome way to add Stampin’ Up!’s new 2022-2024 In Colors to your crafting collection.

Purchase Stampin’ Up!’s Starter Kit for $99 + tax. Choose $125 worth of ANY current Stampin’ Up! product AND receive free a set of the 2022-2024 In Color Ink Pads, a package of In Color card stock, a package of 6 x 6 In Color Designer Series Paper, and In Color grid paper — a value of $66.50. And, it’s all shipped free.

Then, get discounts on your future Stampin’ Up! purchases. There’s no need to host parties or workshops, unless you want to! Just enjoy your discount and all the other perks such as a demonstrator-only Facebook page filled with loads of inspiration, the opportunity to pre-order from future catalogs, and the opportunity to network with other crafters just like you.

In addition, you become part of my awesome team, Kim’s Paper Krafters. We have a great group of stampers located throughout the United States. Our active Facebook group offers challenges, inspiration, and more.

Click here to join the team. Need more information? Give me a shout and I’ll be happy to help. This offer is valid through May 31, 2022.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I appreciate you! Please let me know if you have questions about these projects or other paper crafting questions.

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Kim

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Treat Holder 1

 

Card 2/Flower Card
 
 
Graduation Card
 

Christmas Gift Card Holder
 

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Artfully Layered Free Tutorial

Artfully Layered Free Tutorial

Stampin’ Up!’s Artfully Composed Suite makes you think of the tropics with its large leaf images. They complement the Artfully Composed 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. Find it on pages 32-34 of Stampin’ Up!’s January-June 2022 Mini Catalog.

(See this post for a slimline card using these same products.)

Today’s post features a free tutorial and additional samples that use this bundle of products.

Artfully Layered Free Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Supplies:

  • STAMPS – Artfully Layered (157752), Artfully Layered Bundle (157761)
  • PAPER – Basic White Card Stock (159276), Thick Basic White Card Stock (159229)
  • INK – Evening Evergreen (155576), Calypso Coral (147101), Garden Green (147089), Pale Papaya (155670)
  • OTHER – Champagne Rhinestone Jewels (151193)           

Cutting & Scoring:  

  • Thick Basic White Card Stock — 11 x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″, fold in half
  • Basic White Card Stock — 5 1/4″ x 4″           

Instructions:

  • Using Evening Evergreen ink, stamp off first to lighten ink tone, then stamp fern leaves in bottom right corner of the 5 1/4″ x 4″ white card base.
  • With Garden Green ink, stamp the large leaf at full strength.
  • Using Calypso Coral ink, stamp off first to lighten ink tone, then stamp smaller leaves behind larger leaf from step above.
  • With Pale Papaya ink, stamp off first to lighten ink tone, then stamp newstype works in open white space in upper left and lower right images of stamped leaves.
  • Using Evening Evergreen ink, stamp sentiment in upper left white space of card front.
  • Attach stamped sheet to Thick Basic White Card Stock Base.
  • Embellish with Champagne Rhinestone Jewels.

Artfully Layered Thank You

The card above features the heat embossing technique to create a handmade thank you card.

Artfully Layered Free Tutorial Birthday Card

I used the Vellum 12 x 12 Layering Designs, some of the Tropical Layers Dies, and a tag from Stylish Shapes (a brand-new die cut set coming soon) to create the birthday card above.

Artfully Composed Treat Box

These treat packets also use supplies from the versatile suite.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoyed these projects. Please let me know if I can help you in any way.

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Cactus Cuties Mother’s Day Card

Cactus Cuties Mother's Day

Welcome to Team Stamp It’s April Blog Hop! This month, we feature handmade greeting cards and small gift ideas with a Mother’s Day theme. Be sure to visit all of the blogs on the hop to gain a host of inspiration. Leave a comment with the hashtag #stampitcontent. You could win a Stamparatus, Stampin’ Up!’s awesome stamp positioning tool (Value: $49)

Cactus Cuties Mother's Day Card

Today, I share a nontraditional Mother’s Day card. Since moving to Mesa, Arizona, almost three years ago, I am fascinated by cactus. You can imagine I love Stampin’ Up!’s Cactus Cuties Stamp Set and the coordinating Cactus Builders Bunch. Find these products on page 66 of Stampin’ Up!’s January-June 2022 Mini Catalog. Buy them as a bundle and save 10 percent. 

Cactus Cuties Bundle

Cactus Cuties Mother’s Day Card

  • I used the slimline card design. 
  • The base measures 8 1/2 inches x 7 inches. Score at 3 1/2 inches. 
  • Paper choices include Melon Mambo, Granny Apple Green, Artfully Composed 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper
  • Sentiment comes from the Happy & Heartfelt Stamp Set
  • Color Pearl Basic Jewels with Melon Mambo Stampin’ Blends

See these other posts for additional slimline card samples and how-to videos:

Artfully Composed Slimline Card Samples

Slimline Card Card Samples

I love that these slimline cards fit in a business-size envelope and require just one stamp. Or buy Stampin’ Up!’s special Slimline Envelopes. Receive 15 envelopes for $10 in white, Smoky Slate, and Evening Evergreen.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. See the list of hoppers at the end of the post. Remember, use the hashtag #stampitcontest for your chance to win a Stamparatus. Congrats to last month’s winner: Lisa Parsons.

Blog Hop Participants

 

Blog Hop Index

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Artfully Layered Slimline Card

Artfully Layered Slimline Card

Welcome to Kim Plays with Paper! Today, I share a bright and cheery slimline card I created with Stampin’ Up!’s Artfully Composed Suite. Find it on pages 32-34 of Stampin’ Up!’s January-June 2022 Mini Catalog

The suite includes a variety of products:

  • The Artfully Layered Bundle (Purchase the Artfully Layered stamp set and Tropical Layers Dies together and save 10 percent).
  • Artfully Composed 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper
  • Vellum 12 x 12 Layering Designs
  • White 3/4″ Frayed Ribbon
  • Faux Sea Glass Shapes

Artfully Layered Slimline Card

My featured card uses the Granny Apple Green and Melon Mambo color combination. I heat embossed the smaller “open” leaf with White Embossing Power and die cut each of them. I also included a layer of the Vellum 12 x 12 Layering Designs. 

This card measures a little bit different than our regular cards. For this one, cut the base card stock at 8 1/4″ x 7″ and score at 3 1/2″. When you create this slimline card, be sure to order Stampin’ Up’s Slimline Envelopes. You get 15 envelopes for $10.00 (Soft Succulent, White, and Smoky Slate.)

Artfully Layered Slimline Card

View this post to see other slimline cards I recently created.

Artfully Layered Slimline Card Video

 

 

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. As a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona, I’d love to help you in your paper crafting journey. 

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