The concept of making a bunch of cards in advance, then adding the appropriate sentiment as you need them, was first introduced at Stamped Sentiments with this post. Today's card again uses the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set for the sentiment, but features a topiary made with stamps from the Circle Circus set. And I've included instructions, too ...
Stamps: Circle Circus, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Cardstock - Crushed Curry, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Soft Suede, Whisper White
Ink: Classic - Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry
Tools & Accessories: Punches - 1-3/4" Circle, 1-1/4" Circle, 1" Circle, Modern Label, Word Window; Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Ribbon; Craft & Paper Scissors; SNAIL; 2-Way Glue Pen; Mini Glue Dots; Stampin' Dimensionals
Instructions:
Fold 6" x 6" Crushed Curry Cardstock in half for base card.
Adhere 5-3/4" x 2-3/4" Rich Razzleberry Cardstock to base card with SNAIL.
Adhere 5-1/2" x 2-1/2" Old Olive Cardstock to base card with SNAIL.
Adhere 4" x 1/4" strip of Soft Suede Cardstock to base card with the 2-Way Glue Pen for topiary stem, centered from side-to-side and approximately 3/4" from the top edge of the Old Olive Cardstock.
Adhere 1-1/4" x 1" Soft Suede Cardstock at base of topiary stem with SNAIL, approximately 1/16" from the bottom edge of the Old Olive Cardstock.
With Old Olive Classic Ink, stamp the three circle images chosen from the Circle Circus stamp set on scrap Whisper White Cardstock. Punch out largest circle with 1-3/4" Circle Punch, the medium circle with the 1-1/4" Circle Punch, and the smallest circle with the 1" Circle Punch.
Adhere punched out circles to base card with Stampin' Dimensionals.
With Modern Label Punch, punch out a piece of Rich Razzleberry Cardstock from scrap.
With Rich Razzleberry Classic Ink, stamp sentiment from Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set on scrap Whisper White Cardstock and punch out with Word Window Punch. Adhere to Rich Razzleberry punch out with SNAIL and adhere punched unit to base card with Stampin' Dimensionals.
Tie 4" piece of Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Ribbon in a knot and adhere to base card with Mini Glue Dots. Trim ribbon ends with Craft & Paper Scissors to complete card.
Now here's where the "wishes by the dozens" factors in ... I chose the "thinking of you" sentiment, but there are dozens of other sentiments in the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set (#115370) that you could use for your card as demonstrated in this post. So you see, this is one of those staple stamp sets that should be in every rubber stamp collection. Visit my online store and "SHOP NOW" to get yours.
The kids are back to school and there's no better time than now to begin working on fall-themed cards. Appropriately so, this month's card kit features the stamp set "Falling Leaves" and the "Orchard Ribbon Originals" accessory.
Pictured here are two card designs. With your kit, you'll get all the consumable supplies to create six of each of these two card designs for a total of twelve cards (with envelopes). Purchase the kit for $20 (plus postage, if applicable), and receive two additional full color "alternative" card designs you can make with the combined contents of your kit. In addition, you'll receive step-by-step instructions on how to complete each of the four card designs.
Special offer for September: Purchase the card kit and receive the featured stamp set, "Falling Leaves" (page 27 of 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog), and the featured accessory, "Orchard Ribbon Originals" (page 182) at 20% off!
What else will you need? The list of additional products used to create these cards is provided below. If you already have everything, just buy the card kit and you are ready to create. If you need something on the list, contact me by e-mail at padrybala@fuse.net so your discount on the featured products can be properly applied to your order (this discount cannot be given on orders placed through my online store). Or use the card kit to create your own designs using other stamps and inks that you already have ... the choice is yours!
Additional products needed to complete cards as shown:
Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Pad ($5.95)
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad ($5.95)
Bravo Burgundy Classic Stampin' Pad ($5.95)
More Mustard Classic Stampin' Pad ($5.95)
Elegant Eggplant Classic Stampin' Pad ($5.95)
VersaMark Pad Refill ($3.95)
Stampin' Around Jumbo Handle ($5.95)
Uninked Jumbo Cartridge ($7.50)
1-3/4" Circle Punch ($15.95)
1-3/8" Circle Punch ($15.95)
1-1/4 Circle Punch ($15.95)
1" Circle Punch ($10.95)
Stampin' Dimensionals ($3.95)
SNAIL Adhesive ($6.95)
Bone Folder ($6.95)
Paper Snips ($9.95)
Mat Pack ($9.95)
Paper-Piercing Tool ($3.50)
Bright Blessings Jumbo Wheel ($8.50)
Falling Leaves Stamp Set ($21.95, or $17.56 with purchase of card kit)
Orchard Ribbon Originals ($9.95, or $7.56 with purchase of card kit)
Orders for the September card kit must be received by September 12th and will be filled by the end of the month. To order yours, use the link below for a secure checkout (contact me by e-mail at padrybala@fuse.net if you wish to order multiple kits):
Choose appropriate delivery option:
And don't forget to e-mail your order of additional products needed to complete the cards as shown to padrybala@fuse.net. Soon you will see how quick and easy card making can be right in the comfort of your own home. And stay tuned to www.stampedsentiments.com for the Monthly Card Kit Program to receive crisp, new ideas that are sure to inspire your creativity.
These kits are offered by Patricia Drybala, Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator, and are available to U.S. residents only.
Stampin' Up! held their annual convention in Salt Lake City earlier this month. Sadly, I did not get to attend this year.
But, I did enjoy reading the daily highlights Stampin' Up! posted on the demonstrator website, including the introduction of two new product lines that will be available this fall ... digital crafting software called "My Digital Studio," and, in partnership with Build-A-Bear Workshop, a collection of stamp sets, designer papers and die cuts built around the Build-A-Bear Workshop mascot, Bearamy, and his furry friends.
And now you get to read about them, too. Deseret News, a local Salt Lake City newspaper, published this article about Stampin' Up!'s convention earlier this week.
Stay tuned to www.stampedsentiments.com for news about the availability of these exciting new products.
Today's project is a belated birthday card I made for a little girl, but it certainly would be suitable for a boy as well. Even adults, too! ...
Stamps: Animal Stories, Stem Sayings
Paper: Cardstock - Bermuda Bay, Whisper White; Designer Series Paper - Bermuda Bay Patterns
Ink: Classic - Bermuda Bay, Basic Black
Tools & Accessories: Glass Mat; Circle Scissor Plus; 1-3/4" Circle Punch; Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon; Stamp-a-ma-jig; SNAIL; Stampin' Dimensionals
Don't forget, "Animal Stories" is from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog, and therefore, is eligible for Stampin's Up!'s FREE Designer buttons promotion. Simply purchase $35 worth of stamp sets from this section by August 31st to get your FREE Designer buttons (a $7.95 value). Order "Animal Stories" and you're nearly halfway there! Spend at least an additional $19.05 for stamp sets from the Growing Up section, and choose one of these sets of Designer buttons ... Button Latte, Playground or Sherbet ... for FREE!* ...
*Select free buttons at checkout.
Time is running out so be sure to visit my online store today and "SHOP NOW." Or if you'd prefer my personal assistance with your order, simply e-mail me at padrybala@fuse.net; I'd be delighted to assist you.
Recently, I held a "Scrapbook Album In A Day" class where attendees made a twenty-page 12" x 12" scrapbook in just a few short hours with either the Petal Party or Tailor Made Simply Scrappin' Kits.* Petal Party turned out to be my favorite of the two so I thought I'd share a few assembled pages featuring that kit.
Here's the album cover page ...
I know, pages WITH photographs would be better, but I live in a household of boys so photos for these "girly" pages are in short supply here. So for now, these photo-less pages will have to do. I'll be posting a few more album pictures throughout the week. Stay tuned ...
*Utilizing scrap map created by Susan Campfield and Rachel Tessman.
I just couldn't resist making a few more cards with this design. Believe it or not, the color scheme for these was inspired by a recent shopping trip for a new swimsuit ...
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Cardstock - Bermuda Bay, Soft Suede, Whisper White; Designer Series Paper - Bermuda Bay Patterns or Soft Suede Patterns
Ink: Classic - Bermuda Bay or Soft Suede
Tools & Accessories: Polka Dot Ribbon - Bermuda Bay or Soft Suede; Punches - 1-1/4" Square, Modern Label, Word Window; SNAIL; Stampin' Dimensionals
If you purchased my In Color Bundle, you already have nearly everything you need to make these cards in any of the In Colors. Simply substitute using the ink pads with coloring directly on the sentiment stamp with the In Color Stampin' Write Markers. All that's left to purchase, assuming you don't already have it, is the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set (Item #115370), Whisper White Cardstock (I#100730 or #108588 for Assorted Neutrals), and the punches ... 1-1/4" Square (#104400), Modern Label (#116630) and Word Window (#105090). And, if your supply is running low, there's SNAIL Adhesive (#104332 or #104331 for Refills) and Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430) to get, too. Shopping is quick and easy at my online store. Simply visit today, then "SHOP NOW."
Did you miss your chance to order my In Color Bundle when it was offered in July? You're in luck! It's been extended through August 31st. Just click on the link below for all the details.
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