Rachel Stamps

Blooming with Kindness

 Hi Stampin' Friends

The stunning Blooming with Kindness six-piece stamp set gives you plenty of options for sending your best regards. Includes expressions of support, gratitude, and even birthday wishes. Or use the floral image as a breathtaking focal point for your next scrapbook page!

This card is for my cousin whose birthday is in April - I am way ahead of the game in this case!  Usually I'm making them at the last minute (LOL).

I colored in the flower image using Calypso Coral and Lucky Limeade Stampin' Write Markers.  I then lightly spritzed it with water to give it a soft look.   If you look closely you can see where it's darker in some places and lightly in other places.  That's from the spritizing.

The background was embossed using the Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder from the Holiday Catalog and it's still available.  The pattern paper is the First Edition Specialty Design Series Paper and  which was punched on the left edge of the DSP with the Eyelet Border Punch (retired).   The gorgeous, gorgeous lace is from the Artisan Embellishments Kit from the Spring Catalog.  Did I say it was gorgeous?

I recently learned that it's easier to attach the lace if you use Sticky Strip.  I was using Tombo Multi-purpose Glue and it would go all over the place (too messy) though I do use it to adhere the card stock together.  But the Sticky Strip is so much better for the lace!

If you need any supplies to make this card, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service.  Or you can send me your wish list and I'll be more than happy to place the order for you.

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SUPPLIES:

Blooming With Kindness Clear Mount Stamp Set #126422	Very Vanilla Card Stock	Calypso Coral Card Stock #122925	First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper #121878	Artisan Embellishments Kit #129328
Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder	Big Shot Die Cut Machine	2011 In Color Stampin Write Markers #123002	Stampin' Dimensionals	Tombo Mono Multi Liquid Glue
Sticky Strip #104294

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Everybunny

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This has to be one of the cutest stamp sets in the annual catalog.  It's called Everybunny and I love all the animal images in it.  It has four fluffy bunnies, three matching mushrooms, two cute chicks, and one egg-stra special egg plant.

The bunny image was stamped on Watercolor Paper with Jet Black Stazon. I then colored in the image with an aqua painter and Marina Mist, Soft Suede, Pretty in Pink and Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pads.

To get the top die cut, I used the Labels Collection Framelits and only fed the watercolor paper through the Big Shot about 1/4 of the way.  Then I reversed it.  I then cut the sides and bottom out with my amazing new trimmer!

The smooth & sassy Marina Mist 3/8" Striped Organdy Ribbon is from the Spring Catalog.

If you need any supplies to make this card or if you need anything at all, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service and don't forget everyone who orders online will receive my free monthly tutorial available next week.

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SUPPLIES:

Everybunny Clear Mount Stamp Set #122707 6 X 9 Watercolor Paper #122959 Naturals White Card Stock Marina Mist Card Stock #119682 Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - 2011 In Color # 122384 Jet Black Stazon Pad #101406 Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad #126953 Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad #12697 Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin' Pad #126955 Marina Mist Classic Stampin' Pad #126962 Aqua Painter #103954 Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder Labels Collection Framelits Big Shot Die Cut Machine Marina Mist 3/8" Striped Organdy Ribbon #129292 Basic Pearls Jewels Accents Stampin' Dimensionals

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Simply Scred Borders Scoring Plate

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Y0u’ve been really good this year why not ask Santa for a Stampin’ UP! Gift certificate available from me so that you can indulge yourself after Christmas with amazing new product from Stampin’UP!  I's the awesome scored borders and patterns.  Two piece plate and overlay which fits over the Simply Scored scoring tool from page 181 of the annual catalog..

Check this video out from You Tube – Stampin’ UP! has tons of techniques and product videos and this is one of the latest.  It will be available January 3, 2012 when the 2013 Spring Catalog comes out (Item #126192).

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Christmas comes early this year!

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tis the season to shop at home and save!  December 5 through December 15, 20% off on all Stampin’ Up! orders over $50 - includes the Holiday and Big Catalog.

How to Order:

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• You will receive an invoice via email with your total
• Only orders over $50 will receive the 20% off

 Details:

• Orders must be placed via email on or before December 15
  • IMPORTANT:  This sale is through me and the online ordering system will not recognize it - but if you place your order online and it qualifies for this special sale, you will be reimbursed - your choice, check, paypal or credit for next order 
• Orders are processed within 24 hours of receipt. The sooner you send it, the sooner you get it!
• May be combined with my Frequent Buyer Points; Download Frequent Buyer Rewards Program
• Orders may include: Holiday Catalog and annual catalog.  
• Orders may not include: Clearance Rack items  - these must be ordered separately thru my Stampin' Store.
• Orders over $150 retail (before sale) also receive Stampin’ Rewards(Hostess Benefits)
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• Local sales tax applies to retail price
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Even Naughty People Deserve......

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Today (Wednesday) is the last day of Stampin' Up!'s Online Extravaganza!  Unbelievable discounts of 20 - 50% off on select items.  And for one day only (Wednesday), the below items are at 20% off!

Page	Item	Description	Retail Price	24-Hour Sale Price
7	118941	Clear Block Bundle (Blocks A-I)	$66.95	$53.56
7	120279	Clear Block Storage Caddy	$16.95	$13.56
175	109127	Stack & Store Caddy	$34.95	$27.96

 Now back to our regular programming:

Even Naughty People deserve something nice!  Stampin' Up! is giving a  FREE download to everyone - you don't even need the MDS to get it!   Once I downloaded my free copy, I used the MDS2 to print it out on Whisper White Card in Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobbler, Gumball green and Primrose Petal. 

I used the Snow Festival Designer Series Paper for the background and finished it off with the gorgeous Vintage faceted Designer Buttons from the annual catalog and the sumptuous 3 1/2" Scalloped Tulle Ribbon from the Holiday catalog.

Check out  this week's holiday downloads .  Start with the trendy chalkboard-style tags that coordinate with the free download, move on to the cool reindeer décor piece, get the clever Christmas card turned ornament designer template, and top it off with a must-have holiday/winter kit.

And don't forget: December 6  is the last day to order your print products to get them by December 24 (unless you want to pay for Second-Day or Next-Day Air).

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SUPPLIES:

Free For You From Us Designer Template #132810 My Digital Studio Whisper White Card Stock Baja Breeze Card Stock Cherry cobbler Card Stock #119685 Snow Festival Designer Series Paper #126908 Cherry Cobbler 3-1/2" Scalloped Tulle Ribbon #127841 Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons Stampin' Dimensionals

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Manhattan Flower

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Before I get into today's card, I wanted to let you know that I've preordered the new Stampin' Trimmer found on page 180 of the 2012/2013 Catalog.  I am so excited and can hardly wait until it gets here!  It will be available to you around the 1st of November.

This Friday night, I have a private class in Rogers with Charlene.  The ladies will be making the card shown below.  I'll post the 2nd card tomorrow night.

I used the Manhattan Flower Embossing Folder with the Early Espresso Core'dinations Card Stock.   This card stock was sanded to create an antiqued, distressed, color-popping look using the Stampin' Sanding Block found on page 6 of the Holiday Catalog.  And when you pair it with the above mentioned embossing folder, you have a truly beautiful card!

The bottom layer of the card was embossed using the Stripes Embossing Folder.  I thought it gave the card a tailored sophisticated look.  What do you think?

I added the Cherry Cobbler 3 1/2" Scalloped Tulle Ribbon.  Love it's extra soft feel!

And no card is complete without a butterfly made with the Elegant Butterfly Punch!  The butterfly was embossed using the Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder and finished off with some pearls for a touch of class.

If you need any supplies to make this card or if you need any supplies period! visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 ordering.  Ordering online gets you a free tutorial.  Click here for more details...

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So Sorry

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Every since I saw this card on page 137 of the 2012-2013 Catalog, I've been wanting to make it.  I finally ordered the So Sorry Stamp Set so I could case the card.

I love music and have my Ipod on when I make cards.  My favorite is music from the 50's, 60's and 70's.  When I started to make this card, the song "I'm Sorry" by Brenda Lee kept playing through my head.  So here it is for your enjoyment!

Download 01 I'm Sorry (Single)

I used the Field Flowers Clear Mount Stamp Set for the main image in colors of Lucky Limeade and Primrose Petals.  The sentiment is from the So Sorry Clear Mount Stamp Set and that was stamped in Chocolate Chip.

The banner was embossed with the gorgeous new Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder from the Holiday Catalog.  I finished it off with the Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons and Very Vanilla Embroidery Thread.

I added a strip of Lucky Limeade Card Stock that punched out using the Scallop Trim Border Punch and the Chocolate Chip Card Stock to the right side of the card.  The base card is Primrose Petals Card Stock.

 

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She's All That

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Today's card features the digital She's All That Stamp Brush Set.

This is such a cute set and I was sorry to see it retire a couple of years ago.  But they brought back as a digital stamp and I love that!

The set has fun, feminine silhouettes to celebrate life’s big moments. It's an eight piece set with 4 images and 4 sentiments.

The card is for my granddaughter Sydney and I hope she likes it.  She's a teenager - need I say more?

I used the coloring tool on the MDS2 to color in the cake, ribbon and beads in Raspberry Ripple.  That new upgrade to the MDS2 is so cool with so many new features!

The pattern paper is the Patio Party Designer Series Paper (perfect for a teenager).  The DSP coordinates with the Patio Party Suite on pages 42-43 of the 2012/213 Catalog.

The base card was embossed using the Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder and the flower was embossed with our new gorgeous Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder from page 6 of the Holiday Catalog.

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Supplies:

• Stamp Set:  She's All That Stamp Brush Set (129935)
• Paper:  Whisper White Card Stock (100730), Raspberry Ripple Card Stock (126842), Baja Breeze Card Stock (111342), Summer Starfruit Card Stock (126839), Patio Party Designer Series Paper (126916)
• Accessories:  My Digital Studio 2, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine (113439), Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder, Fun Flowers Bigz L Die, Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402), Brights Designer Buttons (119747), Whisper White Baker's Twine (124262), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Sail Away, Sail Away

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Before I go into today's card, I wanted to show you a picture of the two Rachel's.  It's not often that I take a picture with my granddaughter Rachel and it's because I am usually the picture taker!

We matched today!  Rachel had a pink shirt on and I had pink crop pants on! The goofy smile (love it!!!) on Rachel is because she recently lost her two front teeth.  She believes the "tooth fairy" took her teeth to make piano keys with them!

While I was making today's card, the song "Sail Away" by Enya kept going through my head.  I think the official name of that song is Orinoco.  I love Enya's style of singing and have practically all of her songs.

I used the Sail Away Stamp Brush Set to create a card for my brother-in-law, Ron Brumley. 

You can use the one-piece Sail Away Stamp Brush for rugged, masculine-themed projects with a bold, vintage look. Perfect for large gift tags, summer-themed photobook pages, and in this case, a birthday card.

I added the Fan Fair Designer Series Paper to the top flap of the Very Vanilla Medium Size Envelope.  I also added, to the inside of the card, a layer of Very Vanilla Card Stock and a strip of the DSP to the bottom which was punched using the Scalloped Edge Border Punch.

I used the Festive Paper Piercing Pack and Piercing Tool to add interested to the 2nd layer under the sailboat.

Guides on the templates of the Festive Paper Piercing Pack let you create perfect designs every time! 3 unique templates: ea. 6" x 6". Templates coordinate with the Window Frames Collection Framelits Dies, Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies, and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies. Use with the Stampin' Pierce Mat and the Paper-Piercing Tool.

Have the noticed the Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons on page 32 of the Holiday Catalog?  They are absolutely gorgeous! 

The buttons will give any project a warm accent.  The ribbon is from the 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon collection - they are cute and narrow and perfect for threading through buttons!

If you need any supplies to make this project, visit my Stampin' Store.  Or contact me and I will be more than happy to order them for you.  I would love to be your demonstrator and will give you outstanding service.  If you would like to see the benefits of being my customer, please visit my Why Shop With Me Page.

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From My Heart - a digital image

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The From My Heart Stamp Brush Set was one of the downloads for Tuesday, 21 August 2012.  Even though I have the stamp set, I decided to purchase it because of the new capability in MDS2 that lets you color in all the individual parts of the digital image.

Reminiscent of Victorian apothecary labels, this exquisitely designed eight-piece set is a must-have for those who covet that vintage look. Clever sentiments and intricate designs combine to make this a stamp set you'll want to use again and again. Coordinates with the Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies.

With the new MDS2, you are able to add more than one color to a stamp image.  As you can see I colored in the sentiment using Cajun Craze, Midnight Muse, Pool Party and Summer Starfruit. That is so much better than coloring the stamp with your markers!  Sometimes when you are coloring in the image with a lot of colors, you either missed a part or you run two colors together (and sometimes ruining the lighter marker!).

Have you noticed the 3 1/2" Scalloped Tulle Ribbon on page 4 of the Holiday Catalog?  It's is so gorgeous and I love how it feels!  I bought all three colors (Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake and Early Espresso) and will be using them for holiday cards.

I used the Framed Tulips Embossing Folder for the Background to add to the vintage look.  I'm trying to pull out the items I haven't used in a while and incorporating them with the newer stamps.  And the Framed Tulips Embossing Folder is just too pretty to have it tucked away.

If you need any items to make this project or just need supplies, please visit my Stampin' Store.  Or contact me and I'll place the order for you.

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Affection Collection

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Here's today's card - it's one that the ladies will be making at the Big Shot Class tomorrow.  If any one lives in the Northwest Arkansas area (Bella Vista) and would like to attend next month's Big Shot Class, please send me an e-mail and I'll put you on the list.  The Big Shot classes are held on the 4th Friday of every month.  The card uses the Affection Collection Stamp Set  which is gorgeous and vintage - my favorite type!

Vintage style and romance just seem to belong together--as they do in this ornately beautiful eight-piece set. Create a lovingly handcrafted valentine's day card for someone special--or use this set to make stunning wedding-themed tags and cards. Coordinates with the Modern Label Punch and Small Heart Punch.

The pearls are from the Basic Pearls Jewels Accents and were colored using a Sharpie.  I knew you could color the rhinestones but I didn't know about the pearls until I tried it today.

Once in a while I try and bring out a stamp set or embossing folder that hasn't been used for a while.  The Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder is a beautiful embossing folder and perfect for the clean and simple look in a card.

If you need any supplies to make this card, please visit my Stampin' Store.  Or send me an e-mail and I will gladly place the order for you!

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Serene Silhouettes

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I love, love the Serene Silhouettes Stamp Set and have seen a lot of beautiful cards made using this set out in blogland.  I ordered it several weeks ago and finally got around to playing with it.  This set is an all-season four-piece set that gives you stamping options all year long.

I colored the image with the Raspberry Ripple Stampin' Write Marker for the flowers and used the Gumball Green Stampin' Write Marker for the leaves and stems.  I then lightly misted the image with water before stamping it on Whisper White Card Stock to give it a watercolor effect.

The Raspberry Ripple pattern paper is from the 2012/2014 In color Paper Stack. The Basic Pearls Jewels Accents  and the Whisper White 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon added a touch of class and elegance! 

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World Treasures

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Hope you are enjoying your weekend.  Weather has been perfect around here - you want to be outdoors or at least I do! 

This card is for Debbie's private class, scheduled for Tuesday, 21 August 2012.  If you would like to hold a private class or would like more information on what is a private class, please contact me at [email protected]

The card features the World Treasures Stamp Set and the sentiment is from the My Friend Stamp Set.    I stamped the peacock with Midnight Muse Classic Ink, added Iridescent Ice Stampin' Emboss Powder and set it with our new Heat Tool.  

Don't know if you can see it but it is so pretty IRL.  The peacock just sparkles.

 Here's another angle, perhaps you can see the iridescent ice on the peacock.

 Tips:

1. You can use the new ink pads for embossing.  The embossing powders stick right to it.
2. Our new Heat Tool has two settings, (low for drying the new inks and high for embossing).

If you need any supplies to make this project, please visit my Stampin' Store.  Or you can call me at (479) 876-7453 or e-mail me at [email protected] and I'll place the order for you.

I would love to be your demonstrator.  Not only will you receive quality products, but you will also receive quality service.  Try me!  My customers are benefit from:

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• Thank you cards for online orders

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Elegant Butterfly Thank You Card

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Today's card was inspired by a card I saw in September's Stampin' Up! Stampin' Success Magazine.  I thought it was too cute not to share with you!

And this is what I came up with.  I made mine more springlike with soft colors.

  The sentiment is the Thank You Kindly Stamp Brush Set.  Using MDS2 (love that program!!!), I was able to color in the individual letters in Baja Breeze, Pink Pirouette and Old Olive.

You can download the MDS 2 on a 30-day trial basis.  Play around with it and see if you like it.  There are several resources available on the MDS 2 and I can send you the links if you decide to try it.  I'll also be available to help you with any questions you may have.  Click here to try it out!

The butterflies were embossed using the new gorgeous Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder found on page 6 of the Holiday Catalog. 

The tiny flowers on them are from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack from page 183 of the big catalog.  A rhinestone from the Rhinestone Basic Jewels adds a touch of class.

If you need any supplies to make this project, please visit my Stampin' Store.  Or you may call me at (479) 876-7453 or e-mail me at [email protected] and I'll take care of it for you.

BLOG CANDY:  Don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win the Pines & Poinsettias Stamp Set.  Drawing will be held on Sunday, 19 August 2012.

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Heartfelt Layered Labels

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Today's card using the Layered Labels Clear Mount Stamp Set with Fan Fair Designer Series Paper.  This time I paried it with Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake and Riding Hood Red Card Stock.

This extravagantly designed apothecary label set gives you lots of options for embellishing trendy mason or apothecary jar gifts. Or use an image from this set to decorate a boxed gift--just stamp a label, cut it out, then adhere to a rosette made with Designer Series Paper and our Simply Scored Scoring Tool. So elegant! Four-piece set coordinates with the Large Oval Punch, 1" Circle Punch, and our Apothecary Accent Framelits Dies.

The small flowers are made from Riding Hood Red Card Stock and were punched out using the Boho Blossoms Punch and embossed with the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder.  The leaves are made from Old Olive Card Stock and were punched out using the Builder Bird Punch.

Don't forget the Free Stamp Set of the Month for June is $25.00 that you can spend on the new catalog!  All you have to do is place an order and your name is automatically entered into the drawing.  A name will be drawn on 1 July 2012 and winner announced on this blog.

If you need any supplies to complete this project, please visit my Stampin' Store.  Or if you like, I can order it for you - just call me at (479) 876-7453 or e-mail:  [email protected]

Some of the items I used for today's card:

Layered Labels (C 127072) (W 127070)

Fan Fair Designer Series Paper (126918)

Apothecary Accents Framelits (127003)

 
Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder (120175)

Builder Bird Punch (117919)

Boho Blossoms Punch (119858)

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My Top Ten Favorite New Stamp Sets

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I love the new 2012/2013 Catalog and I love so many of the new stamp sets that it was hard to narrow it down to ten stamp sets, so I cheated and came up with 12!  They are in page order.

1.  Little Friends #122667 (Page 52)

Love your friends a little more when you send them a note made with the Little Friends Set. Taking you back more simple times in life, this set comes with four little friends and five sweet sayings--from a simple “hello, friend” to “miss you

 

2.  Pleasant Poppies #129499 (page 72)

Extra-large stamp will make a graceful statement on cards, oversized tags, and scrapbook pages. Try watercoloring this lovely image using an Aqua Painter and a Classic Stampin' Pad for a look that's all your own. Stamp coordinates with the Floral District

3.  Papaya Collage #126612 (page 75)

Use these exquisitely detailed images to bring vintage elegance and refinement to your cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. Or purchase this seven-piece stamp set as a gorgeous gift for a special friend. Coordinates with the 3/4" Circle Punch.

4.  Serene Silhouettes #127324 (page 75)

All-season four-piece set gives you stamping options all year long. So many lovely silhouettes to choose from! Coordinates with the 1-3/4" Circle Punch.

5.  Stippled Blossoms #126747 (Page 78)

Two-step stamping is so easy to do--and the results are spectacular! Just stamp the base image, then position and stamp the overlay image. It's that simple. This ten-piece set lets you make old-fashioned roses--for all of your feminine and vintage projects.

6.  Blooming with Kindness #128273  (Page 87)

This stunning six-piece stamp set gives you plenty of options for sending your best regards. Includes expressions of support, gratitude, and even birthday wishes. Or use the floral image as a breathtaking focal point for your next scrapbook page!

7.  Layered Labels #127072 (Page 103)

Extravagantly designed apothecary label set gives you lots of options for embellishing trendy mason or apothecary jar gifts. Or use an image from this set to decorate a boxed gift--just stamp a label, cut it out, then adhere to a rosette made with Designer Series Paper and our Simply Scored Scoring Tool. So elegant! Four-piece set coordinates with the Large Oval Punch, 1" Circle Punch, and our Apothecary Accent Framelits Dies.

8.  Postage Due #126397 (Page 108)

We love the vintage look! Don't you? This classic four-piece set will add a touch of class to cards, scrapbook pages, and papercrafting projects of all kinds. Coordinates with the Postage Stamp Punch and the fabulous Fan Fair suite.

9.  Everything Eleanor #124164 (Page 112)

Delicate floral embellishments, frames, and flourishes--the perfect mix for your projects with vintage flair. Eight-piece set coordinates with the 2-1/2" Circle Punch.

10.  Papillon Potpourri #123759 (Page 115)

Two-step stamping is so easy to do--and the results are spectacular! Just stamp the base image, then position and stamp the overlay image. It's that simple. This seven-piece set lets you make a lovely mix of stylized and realistically detailed butterflies for year-round, multi-occasion papercrafting projects. Coordinates with the Elegant Butterfly Punch.

11.  Flowering Flourishes #126367 (Page 121)

Intricately designed flourishes provide just the right accent for cards and scrapbook pages. This gorgeous, three-piece set is perfect for weddings, bridal showers--or any occasion at all! To create a look that's all your own, ink images with Stampin' Write Markers

12.  From My Heart #126557 (Page 139)

Reminiscent of Victorian apothecary labels, this exquisitely designed eight-piece set is a must-have for those who covet that vintage look. Clever sentiments and intricate designs combine to make this a stamp set you'll want to use again and again. Coordinates with the Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies.

I'll have samples using those gorgeous stamp sets in the coming months.

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From My Heart

Hi Stampin' Friends

I am having so much fun playing with my new toys.  I think that the From My Heart Stamp Set will become one of my favorites and "go to" stamp sets.  Reminiscent of Victorian apothecary labels, this exquisitely designed eight-piece set is a must-have for those who covet that vintage look. Clever sentiments and intricate designs combine to make this a stamp set you'll want to use again and again. Coordinates with the Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies.

The sentiment was stamped on Very Vanilla Card Stock using the new Raspberry Ripple Classic Stampin' Pad.  Have you tried the new firm foam stampin' pads?  They are awesome and should be on everyone "must have" list.  A layer of  Raspberry Ripple Card Stock (yummy color!) was embossed using the Framed Tulips Embossing Folder and added to the base card (Creamy Confetti Card Stock (retired)).  The leaves are from the Bird Builder Punch using Old Olive Card Stock.  

If you need any supplies to make this card, call me at (479) 876-7453, [email protected] or visit my Stampin' Store

Here's what I used:

From the Heart (W 126555) (C126557)

Framed Tulips Embossing Folder #121809

Labels Collection Framelits #125598

Builder Bird Punch #117191

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Timeless

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Today's card features the digital Timless stamp Brush Set.  The sophisticated six piece set will make you think of yesteryear. Works beautifully with vintage, retro, or masculine projects. Nostalgiac images include a bicycle, telephone, and vintage car.

I am beginning to love this color combination for a masculine card.  It's Gumball Green and Midnight Muse - our 2012/2014 In-Colors!  Using My Digital Studio, I printed out the vintage car from the Timeless Stamp Brush Set on Whisper White Card Stock.   The base card was embossed using the Houndstooth Folder.  The ribbon is the 1 1/4" Night of Navy Striped Ribbon and is retired.  I love using this striped ribbon for masculine cards.

In case you are wondering where the name on the card came from:  My husband's best friend's name is Larry and they are both avid hikers.  They have hiking nicknames for each other - David's name is swampfox and Larry's name is pathfinder. 

If you need any supplies to make this card, please visit my Stampin' Store, call me at (479) 876-7453 or e-mail me at [email protected]

What I used to make this card:

Timeless Stamp Brush Set #121435

Houndstooth Embossing Folder #123134

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Creative Elements Part 2

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I received my Holiday mini today and all I can saw is WOW!!!!! - stay tuned.

Here's the matching card to yesterday's bird house using the Creative Elements Stamp Set.   The ladies at Linda's private class on Thursday will be making these two items.

The technique for this card is called reverse masking and I got the idea from Patty Bennett's blog. 

The butterfly is the new Elegant Butterfly Punch from page 184 of the 2012/2013 Catalog.  This punch coordinates with the new elegant Papillon Potpourri Stamp Set found on page 115 of the new catalog.  Aren't these butterflies gorgeous?  I just ordered this set and it's on its way to me WHOOHOO!

I love the way these match perfectly!  And I love the colors - the Summer Starfruit is starting to grow on me.  Love it with the Cajun Craze color.  What do you think of the Summer Starfruit?  It's one of the new 2012/2014 in colors.

Here's what I used to make the card

Creative Elements #122647

Labels Collection Framelits #125598

Elegant Butterfly Punch #127526

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Hi Stampin' Friends

Hope you had a wonderful weekend - I know that I did.  The weather was just gorgeous and it was so nice to be outside!

 
Because we are retired, we are able to enjoy our first cup of coffee on our deck.  I love, love the view - it's so quiet and peaceful.  And here's DD - she's going to be 1 year old on 23 June 2012.  If you want to read the story of how I found DD, click here

Today's 3D project is for the Thursday night class at Linda's house.  The ladies will be making a card and a birdhouse made from the Mini Milk Carton Bigz Die .   With Spring almost over and Summer almost here, I thought it was time for some bird houses!

I used the new Natural Composition Specialty Designer Series Paper for the body of the bird house.  The roof was made from the Comfort Cafe Designer Series Paper.  I used the Bird Builder Punch to make the bird using the new in-color Summer Starfruit Card Stock. 

Here's a sneak peek of the matching card that I will post tomorrow on my blog.

What I used to make the bird house: 

Natural Composition Speciality Designer Paper #126917

Comfort Cafe Designer Series Paper #126898

Bird Builder Punch (117191)

Mini Milk Carton Bigz Die #117310
 


 

 

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