Sky is the Limit - Sale-a-bration card

Oh My Goodness. . . . .it has been WAY too long since I have posted to my blog.    It's not that I haven't been creating projects, just seems like I have no time to do anything else.    Working pretty much fulltime in the schools, kids, and life in general have taken over.    Still trying to find a way to organize my "life". . . .  LOL. 

Anyway, our most favorite time of year is here!!!   SALE-A-BRATIONS!!!    For every $50 in product (prior to s/h and tax) you spend you get something for FREE!!!  Who doesn't love FREE stuff?!?!?     

My favorite stamp set in the Sale-a-bration (SAB) catalog is by far the Sky is the Limit stamp set.   Unfortunately you only have until February 15th to earn it.   I made the card below for my January classes and they LOVED it!   I hope you like it as well.  

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Stamps:   Sky is the Limit (Sale-a-brations)
Cardstock:  Tip Top Taupe, Soft Sky, Whisper White
Paper:  Perfectly Artistic DSP (Sale-a-brations)
Ink:  Momento Black Ink and Soft Sky
Accessories:  White Organza Ribbon, Spritzer, Tip Top Taupe reinker

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Guy Greetings Bow Builder Punch Card Modified Case

I saw a card that Michele Reynolds, another Demonstrator had posted and knew that I had to CASE it.   This is a modified case from her sample for my upcoming classes.    

I have fallen in love with the Guy Greeting stamp set that you can find in our Occassional Catalog.   The versatility of this stamp set is endless!!    I also love that this is a stamp set you can purchase in all 3 materials (Wood #138825; $51.95; Clear#138828 $38.95; Photopolymer #137178 $25.95).   My personal choice for this stamp was in Clear.   I mounted and put some 2-way glue on the imaged side and let it dry . . . . I don't have any issues with my stamp coming off my clear block.   

The Bow Builder Punch is super easy to use.   You just need to punch two sets from the Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack and assemble.  

I hope you enjoy my Modified Case'd Project! :)

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Stamps:  Guy Greetings

Cardstock:  Island Indigo, Basic Gray, Smoky Slate, Whisper White

Ink:  Island Indigo, Basic Gray

Paper:  Adventure Bound Designer Paper Stack

Accessories:  Bow Builder Punch, Glue Dots, Sponge Daubers

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Moon Lake Wax Paper Technique - PP239

I am super excited to show you this project!!   I was "surfing" YouTube for some fun new technique and came across the video below about Wax Paper Technique.  I HAD to try it out and you should too!!   It is super easy and can be used for any occasion and card.    

I am playing along with the Technique Challenge from The Paper Players (PP239 - Die Cut).     My card I am submitting is using the Oval Framlits as my Die-Cut.  The background was created using the Wax Paper Technique but I embossed the wax paper with an embossing folder prior to heating it on the cardstock.   Again, SOOOOOOOOO many possibilities!!  WOOT WOOT!!  

I am pretty sure my Club group is going to go crazy over this card this coming weekend!!    I hope you like my project!  

Here is Dawn Griffiths Technique.   

My 2nd Samples is a modified case of one of her cards. 

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Stamps:  Moon Lake and Wetlands
Cardstock:  Early Espresso, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Early Espresso, Crumb Cake
Accessories:  Linen Thread, Early Espresso Ribbon, Naturals Buttons, Brayer, Dimensionals, Sponge Daubers, Oval Framelits
Non-SU:  Wax Paper, Craft Iron, Copy Paper

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Four Feathers - Baby Wipe Technique

Forgot to post samples from my March classes.   I decided to demonstrate the Baby Wipe Technique -- great way to get a multi-colored image using reinkers.   Saw a similar card on Pinterest and put my own twist on it with colors, techniques, sentiment, etc.   

My stamping ladies LOVED this card and were extremely patient while we made this card.   There were several steps and with only one of each the inks, and stamp set. . . .it did take longer than usual to complete.   I kept apologizing but they just smiled and said we love this card and to stop apologizing. . . . . . . LOVE MY STAMPING LADIES!!  :)  

You can still purchase the Four Feathers Stamp Set and Framelits -- they are part of the "Returning Favorites" from the Holiday Catalog.   The bundles are very affordable (Wood #137629 $22.75; Clear #137630 $20.25).  I would also recommend purchasing a 2nd set of the framelits so you can cut multiple at a time (Framelits #135852 #12.95).  

Hope you enjoy my project!

Close up of the Baby Wipe Technique stamped (Crumb Cake, Baked Brown Sugar, Soft Suede)

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Stamps:  Four Feathers, Gorgeous Grunge, and Wetlands
Cardstock:  Lost Lagoon, Baked Brown Sugar and Very Vanilla
Ink:  Lost Lagoon, Island Indigo, Baked Brown Sugar, Soft Suede
Accessories:  Feathers Framelits, Neutral Buttons, Linen Thread, Dimensionals

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Moon Lake Birthday - CCMC347

Getting some projects made today for my classes this weekend; I know I am running totally behind but THANKFULLY I got all caught up today!   :) 

Playing along with the Sketch Challenge from Create with Connie and Mary Blog.    I am IN LOVE with the Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack.   There are so many amazing designs for any kind of cards, but perfect for masculine cards.     I paired my card with the Moon Lake Stamp set from the Occasional Catalog.   

Hope you enjoy my project! 

Stampin Up! Products:

Stamps:  Moon Lake, Itty Bitty Banner, Woodgrain Background

Cardstock:  Soft Sky, Smoky Slate, Basic Gray, Whisper White

Paper:  Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink:  Smoky Slate, Basic Gray, Black

Accessories:  Oval Framelits, Project Life Thinlits, Bitty Banners Framelits, Dimensionals

Retro Fresh Washi Tape Modified Case - JUGS284

I was so blessed to be able to get together with some friends this weekend and get some stamping in.   This card is a modified case from Vicky Hayes - found it on pinterest.    Love how simple it was to make and how easy it is to change up the Washi Tape and/or inks to make it a completely different card.  

I am playing along with Just Us Girls Challenge of the week -- Trend Week (JUGS284) - Splatters!

The Gorgeous Grunge stamp set is perfect for the "splatters".   Just add some washi tape in the design of your choice and a sentiment and your card is complete!   Super Easy but still an amazing card!  

HOpe you enjoy my project! 

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Stamps:  Hey You, Gorgeous Grunge

Cardstock:  Soft Suede, Very Vanilla

Ink:  Soft Suede, Crumb Cake and Tangerine Tango

Accessories:  Sponge Daubers, Retro Fresh Washi Tape

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The Open Sea Masculine Bday - Modified Case

I saw a similar card on either Pinterest or Splitcoaststampers.com but can not locate it again to give the person credit, so I truly apologize.   I made a few small changes but the card is very similar to the other card.    

This is a great Masculine Birthday card, but can easily be made into a Father's Day or Thank You by changing the Sentiment.   This is a super easy card to create!   I love how the Square and Postage Stamp punches coordinate.  Remember to stamp the Open Sea images prior to punching with the postage stamp punch!! :)  

I hope you like my Project!  

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Stamps:  The Open Sea and Hey You

Cardstock:  Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Night of Navy, Very Vanilla

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Night of Navy, Crumb Cake

Accessories:  Night of Navy Ribbon, Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine, Postage Stamp Punch, Square Punch, Sponge Daubers

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Yee-Haw Cowboy! TSSC330

Kids are back in school, which gives me more time in my Craft Room!!! YEAH!!     Pulling out the newest Photopolymer Stamp Set Yee-Haw for this card.  Once I saw this set, I knew it was a MUST HAVE!!     
Decided to play along with a Sketch Challenge from Technostamper Blog.     I made a different variations of this card for my September Classes.   I don't like telling my Stampin Ladies exactly what to make. . . . I love to see their creativity so I share mine as well.  

I hope you all enjoy my project! 

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Stamps:  Yee-Haw

Cardstock:  Lost Lagoon, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake and Very Vanilla

Ink:  Lost Lagoon, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake

Accessories: What's Up Punch, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Snips, Linen Thread, 1 1/4" Burlap Ribbon, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber

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Happy Birthday Masculine Fun Fold - Modified Case

Saw this fun fold masculine card on Pinterest (from Stamp Your Art Out blog).   Once I saw it, I knew I had to make one of my own.   This is a modified case for my upcoming Stamp-a-Stack in July.   It is super easy to make, take a 4 1/4 x 11 piece of card stock and score on the 11" side at 5 1/5 and 2 3/4 to make the card base.   The Real Red pieces measure 4 x 2.  I took  two (2) pieces 4 x 1 7/8" Designer Series Paper and cut at an angle.   You can cut two pieces at a time, just make sure they are "opposite" side up in design (example, one had navy side up and the other had the white side up) - this will ensure your pieces are cut at the same angle.

I am sure my Stampin Ladies will enjoy making this card, and who doesn't love a "different" fold to send a loved one?!?!?   :)  

Enjoy my project! 

Card closed

 Card opened

Stampin Up! Products:
Stamps:  Four You, By the Tide
Cardstock:  Night of Navy, Real Red, Whisper White
Paper:  Maritime Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Real Red, Coastal Cabana, Night of Navy (edges), White Stazon
Accessories:   Stampin Trimmer, Banner Framelits, Dimensionals, Sponge Daubers

Perfect Blend Father's Day Card

Here is sample #2 for my May Classes.   I love the "Triple Time Stamping" technique -- it is fun, versatile and no one card is the same.    I went for two of my favorite sets (Gorgeous Grunge and Perfect Blend).   I think the card turned out well!   This sample is for Father's Day, but can easily be made into a Birthday or Thank you card.   

I love how the Coffee Cup turned out.   At first I just had the cup in all Vanilla with the DSP (Designer Series Paper) but it blended too much with the card. Next I stamped it in all Baked Brown Sugar and still needed something. . . . .So I cut the top off my Vanilla Cup and put it on the Baked Brown Sugar Cup.  That made it!!    I think on my next sample I will add some Espresso Twine or Linen Thread and a "coffee cup ring" (bottom of cup with ink).    

Hope you enjoy the Project!

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Stamps:  Gorgeous Grunge, Perfect Blend, and Delightful Dozens
Cardstock:  Early Espresso, Baked Brown Sugar, Very Vanilla
Paper:  2013-2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack
Ink:  Crumb Cake, Baked Brown Sugar, Early Espresso
Accessories:  Stampin Trimmer, Snips, and Dimensionals

Open Sea Birthday - FMS124

Happy Hump Day!!!   

Playing along with one of my Favorite Sketch Challenge Blogs -- Freshly Made Sketches.   When I saw the sketch I was going to do something with flowers and/or Spring themed, but than spied my World Map Background Stamp and the light bulb went on.    I love the technique that the Stampin Up! Annual Catalog demonstrates on page 23; gently dragging the ink pad over cardstock to create a multi-colored background.   

I hope you enjoy my Project! 

 Close-up of the Ship from The Open Sea stamp set.  Hand-cut, and water-colored.

Stampin Up! Products:

Stamps:  World Map, The Open Sea, Four You

Cardstock:  Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, and Very Vanilla

Ink:  So Saffron, Wild Wasabi, Early Espresso

Accessories:  Espresso Bakers Twine, Natural Designer Buttons, Snips, Dimensionals, Aqua Painters

By The Tide Birthday - MOJO332

Saw this Sketch Challenge from Mojo Monday and decided to play along.   I have to tell you, I just LOVE the New Tag Topper Punches from the Occasional Catalog (Angled #133323 & Scalloped #133324 - $22.95 each).   Made the card extremely easy to make finish!     

I made a Masculine card, because I never seem to have one around when I need it.   The By The Tide Set is perfect for Masculine cards too.   I hand cut the fish and circle, and glad I took the time because it adds great dimension on the card.  I know framelits and punches make things go "quicker" but I don't mind spending time hand cutting images out to get the look I want.   

I hope you enjoy my project! 

Stampin Up! Products:
Stamps:  By the Tide and Itty Bitty Banners
Cardstock:  Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso Core'dinations
Ink:  Island Indigo, Early Espresso, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry
Accessories:  Angled Tag Topper Punch, Linen Thread, Snips, Dimensionals, Sanding Blocks