Now that the holidays have passed, I turn my attention to the next “big” holiday: Valentine’s Day. It’s exciting playing with a suite of brand-new Stampin’ Up! products from the Sweet Talk Suite. This suite is available with the launch of the January-June 2022 Mini Catalog Tuesday, January 4, 2022. (The products and the catalog aren’t live, so I can’t provide links yet.)
The suite (#157629–$86.25) includes:
Sweet Conversations Bundle: Sweet Conversations stamp set and coordinating Sweet Heart Dies.
Sweet Talk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper
Gingham Embossing Folder
Sweet Little Boxes
Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Real Real 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon
Sweet Talk Suite Card Samples
Enjoy these other samples using this fun suite of products.
I just love that you can die cut the hearts from the Sweet Talk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper for the card above.
The Supple Shimmer Specialty Paper is a new offering in the upcoming mini catalog. I die cut some hearts with it for the above card.
January-February 2022 SaleABration
In addition to the release of a new catalog, SaleABration begins Tuesday, January 4. Receive free your choice of exclusive stamp sets and Designer Series Paper packs with minimum purchases of $50 and $100 (before tax and shipping). This is a great time to add to your paper crafting collection.
If you’re not currently working with a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, contact me. I’ll send copies of these catalogs for you to browse.
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Each month, Stampin’ Up! issues a #simplestamping challenge to its demonstrators worldwide. We go back to the basics and focus on creating a card with just rubber stamps, ink, and paper. This month, we add an extra element: ribbon.
Although I need a few more Christmas cards, I also use a lot of thank you cards this time of year. I’ve received a number of heartfelt gifts, and I want the givers to understand how much I appreciate them thinking of me.
Evergreen Elegance #simplestamping
I turned to #simplestamping to help me create s stack of cards I can have handy and get in the mail right away. This card uses:
Art Gallery Photopolymer Stamp Set (sentiment) also found in the Annual Catalog
Tidings of Christmas Designer Series Paper from the Annual Catalog
This layout features three strips of Designer Series Paper each measuring 5 1/4 inches by 1 4/ inches. I spaced them equal distance apart on the Soft Succulent card base. Imagine creating a host of different backgrounds with Stampin’ Up!’s huge array of patterned papers.
The white stamped piece measures 2 inches by 3 1/2 inches, and the Evening Evergreen layer measures 2 1/4 inches by 3 1/2 inches. I topped it off with a bow created with the Soft Succulent 3/8 inch Open Weave Ribbon.
As I’ve said before, I’m a clean and simple stamper and this basic layout and design really appeals to me. It will be easy to create a stack in a short time.
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It’s that time of year! It’s gift-giving time. We buy a lot of gift cards. So, we need a special, hand-stamped holder for them.
I love this particular design. It fits perfectly in one of Stampin’ Up!’s medium envelopes.
Frosted Gingerbread Gift Card Holder
This card uses:
Stampin’ Up!’s Frosted Gingerbread stamp set and coordinating Gingerbread Dies. Buy the Frosted Gingerbread Bundle and save 10 percent.
Merry Melody 3D Embossing Folder
Layering Circles Dies
Gold heat embossing
Gold Foil
Very Vanilla Thick card stock and Very Vanilla regular card stock
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Soft Suede ink
Here are some basic measurements:
Thick Very Vanilla base: 7 3/4 inches x 5 inches, scored at 2 1/2 inches and 6 inches
Front embossed pieces – Very Vanilla: 4 3/4 inches x 1 1/2 inches and 4 3/4 inches x 2 1/4 inches
Piece to stamp sentiment for inside – Very Vanilla: 4 3/4 inches x 1 1/2 inches
Belly Band — Very Vanilla: 8 1/2 inches x 1 inch, scored at 2 1/4 inch and 5 7/8 inch
Here’s a view of the inside of the holder.
I made another version of this card with more traditional colors.
Frosted Gingerbread Gift Card Holder Video
The Frosted Gingerbread Bundle, found in Stampin’ Up!’s July-December 2021 Mini Catalog, is just one of the many items that will be retiring January 3. Be sure to put this bundle on your next order before it sells out. Click here to see the Last Chance Products list. This list includes the paper crafting products that won’t be found in any future catalogs. Some of the items are discounted.
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stamped the background stamping, using the Stamparatus, with Versamark Ink onto Real Red cardstock
sprinkled White Embossing Powder over the image
heated it with the heat gun
die cut with a scallop rectangle from the Stitched So Sweetly Dies
layered it on Basic White card stock embossed with the Star-Crossed Embossing Folder
Adhered it to a piece of Real Red card stock
Stamped the sentiment with Real Red ink and used dimensionals to pop it up on the front of the card
Added my very favorite Red Rhinestones
Candy Canes Heat Embossing
Enjoy a few additional card samples!
Please enjoy this Facebook Live replay showing how I created the card at the top of the post.
Start with Savings/Starter Kit Special
If you like this stamp as much as I do, you can add it to your Starter Kit! There’s a great deal in progress for Stampin’ Up!’s kit through November 30. You choose $125 worth of any product for just $75. And, shipping is free. This is a great low-cost, low-risk opportunity to get a taste for what Stampin’ Up! is all about. You’re not required to host parties, workshops, or classes; just enjoy your discount and all of the other benefits: including access to a members-only Facebook group filled with a ton of card sample ideas, the chance to attend demonstrator events and participate in exclusive pre-orders, and more.
But perhaps the best part is becoming part of a larger community of creators who share the love of crafting. I just experienced a family emergency, and was overwhelmed with the love, support, prayers and cards from the people on my team. I feel so blessed to have met them all.
There’s nothing to lose. Click here to give it a try.
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I love to make and give treat packets! Especially those that include chocolate. Today, I’m showing you how to create an easy, peasy treat packet. Be sure to watch the video as I show samples and create one on camera.
Make Easy Treat Packets
Choose any Designer Series Paper or even card stock. So many choices makes this so much fun
Cut the card stock to 5 1/2-inches by just under 2 inches.
Treats for co-workers, bridge groups, bowling teams, Bible study groups, and more.
Make Easy Treat Packets Video
Get More for Your Money
Have you wondered what it would be like to be a part of the Stampin’ Up! family? Now is your chance to get more for your money. Through November 30, pay just $75 for the Starter Kit. Choose $125 worth of product from either catalog. And, it all ships free! That’s $50 worth of free product.
Then, receive a 20 percent discount on your future purchases. It’s that easy. You don’t have to hold classes or workshops or parties, just enjoy the discount. There’s nothing to lose!
When you purchase the Starter Kit, you become a part of a large family of paper crafters — like minded people who share the love of paper crafting. I’ve been privileged to be a part of this group for almost 11 years. I celebrate my 11-year anniversary at the end of the month. I am so blessed to have met so many people who support each other unconditionally. I’d love to have you join us!
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