Notebooks of Fun

I decided to clean up my desk and purse with all the pieces of paper for directions to places I go a lot or just once in awhile. Since I moved last year to Nevada it seems I need directions for everything. So I took one of the notebooks I bought from the dollar store and covered it with old DSP and some Faux Suede paper to make a Travel Book. This way I won't loose all those directions and comments.!

I hope you like what I came up with, if you look real close there is a Rhinestone for Las Vegas!

Here is front and

Late Night Stampers Treasure Hunt is Here!

The LNS demonstrators have gathered their clues, updated their blogs, and getting prizes ready….. and once again, there will be a GRAND PRIZE of STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS from all of us here at Late Night Stampers. The Treasure Hunt runs from August 20th, 2013 up to midnight October 25th, 2013

Here’s how to play:

1. Go to the page (listed at the top of my blog) titled ‘LNS Treasure Hunt-Participating Blogs'
2. Visit each of the blogs listed (it’s always nice to leave a comment!) -look for participating Treasure Hunt players – they will have the picture of the SU! box (below), and they will list their clue
3. Make a note of what the clue is, and whose blog it is on
4. Once you’ve collected 50 clues, email them to ME at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com listing each  and the blog where you found it.
5. Remember if there is not 50 clues today, keep checking back we may have added more demonstraters later!
6. You have from Tuesday August 20th to Friday, October 25th 2013 to collect 50 clues and email them to me, to be entered into the contest -Contest closes Friday Oct. 25th at midnight PST

 
My clue is:  Epic Day This and That Journal

 

The journal itself is plain, but its possibilities are endless.

You can use it as a scrapbook of your favorite vacation, sporting event, Christmas or other family holidays. Just endless!!

Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to check back often an check to see if any new demonstrators have joined in the Hunt.

Jackie

Perfect Blend

Today I am starting showing some of the new stamp sets and accessories in the new Stampin Up 2013-2014 catalog.

My choice is to showcase the stamp set Perfect Blend

Here is what I came up with:

Supplies
Card Stock                          Baked Brown Sugar, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Stamp Set                            Perfect Blend, Gorgeous Grudge
Ink                                       Early Espresso
Stampin Up Markers           Early Espresso
Embossing Folder               Honey Comb
Punch                                  Hexagon
Framelits                             Chalk Talk
Accessories                         Crimper, Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine

I know it looks complicated, but it was easy to do. The hardiest thing was cutting the coffee cups and lids. I will be posting a tutorial later on if anyone is interested.

Don't forget to check back often to see what is new on the Late Night Stampers Treasure Hunt going on now and finishes October 12th.

Jackie

New From Stampin Up

Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn't find the perfect image? Maybe you have a special family logo or a sketch she'd like to have as a stamp. Well now you can! Undefined is Stampin' Up!'s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.
When you carve your very own stamp, you have will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!
How exactly do you carve a stamp? Watch the video for a tutorial.




Here are flyer's to show you what you will get in your kits:

Undefined Kit $19.95

Refill Kit $9.95

 

Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks in the kit.

. Express your personality, thoughts, feelings, etc. with a stamp you've carved all on your own!

I know you'll have a "look what I made!" moment. I would love to see what you make with your kit. Email me a photo at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com or e-mail Stampin Up a photo of your creations and any projects you make with your carved stamps to undefined@stampinup.com so we can pin your photos to our Undefined Pinterest board!

Have fun,
Jackie

Christmas In July---Tags, Tags and More Tags Swap

Today I am going to show you one of the Tags I made for the swap I did for convention. I am not going this year, but my sister is taking them for me.

Since the theme was Christmas Tags and there was none in the new Catty, I had to get a little inventive. We had to use 3 layers as well have embellishments. I hope you like what I came up with.

Products needed.

Card Stock                     Very Vanilla, Gumball Green
Designer Series Paper    Retired Holiday
Stamp Set                       Bring On the Cake
Embossing Powder        Cherry Cobbler
Framelits                        Labels Collections
Ribbon                           Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine
Punch                             1/16 circle Hand Held
Rhinestones for some much needed Bling!!

Here is what I made:

Thanks for stopping by and for everyone going to convention be safe and have loads of fun!

Jackie

There is still time to play in the Late Night Stampers Treasure Hunt Spring 2013!!

I am re-posting this,  want because I want everyone to have a chance to get in on the fun. I have updated my list at the top of the page and all you need to do is find all the clues and email them to me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com before the deadline of May 12th. and I will add you name into the drawing.

Have Fun Hunting!!!!

The LNS demonstrators have gathered their clues, updating their blogs, and getting prizes ready….. and once again, there will be a GRAND PRIZE of $150 in STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCT from our fearless leader Sherrill Graff! You can go to her blog here or check mine out for more details.

Here’s how to play:

1. Go to the page (listed at the top of my blog) titled ‘LNS Web Ring’
2. Visit each of the blogs listed (it’s always nice to leave a comment!) -look for participating Treasure Hunt players – they will have the picture of the SU! box, and they will list their clue some where on their blogs. I have a Tab (Late Night Stampers Treasure Hunt Participants)above with a list of demonstrators names to help you find each clue!!
3. Make a note of what the clue is, and whose blog it is on.
4. Remember if there is not 50 clues today, keep checking we may have added more demos!
5. Once you’ve collected 50 clues, email them to ME at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com listing each clue & where you found it you have from March 1st to May 15th  and all names must be submitted  by May 12 at midnight PST". Then Sherrill will announce the Winner!

Here's my clue: Stampin Up new Heat Tool for embossing cards, scrapbook pages and more!

Well you only have to collect 49 more to be entered into the Big Drawing on May 15th. So go and have fun with the Treasure Hunt! and don't forget to email me your name and list of clues so I can submit them for you. My email address again is jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com.

Now for the surprise I am also having Blog Candy of my own to be given away. So when you email me with your clues, you also get your name put in my drawing. Two chances to win a prize isn't that cool!!   Happy Hopping!!

Jackie

What's New at Stampin Up

Today we're excited to introduce our second Submit a Project kit--the Dolled-Up Birthday Kit--voted on by you via our Facebook page. This gorgeous birthday card was created by Chris Gilmore, a manager from Coshocton, Ohio. Congratulations, Chris!

 

 

Looks Awesome!   Doesn't  it?

The Dolled-Up Birthday Kit includes:

• Dolled-Up Birthday Photopolymer Stamp (1)
• 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock (6 pieces)
• 2" x 4-1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock (6 pieces)
• Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (6)
• Tea Lace Paper Doilies (6)
• Dress Up die-cuts (6)
• Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Spot (1)
• Vanilla 5/8" Flower Trim (6 pieces)
• Sponge Dauber (1)

 

 Get everything you need to make six cards for only $15.95 at my online store here. The only other product you will need is adhesive. There are easy instructions included.

Don't forget to join the fun with the LNS Treasure Hunt!

All you need to do is go to the Left Hand Side of my Tabs and click on LNS Treasure Hunt participants and collect 50 clues and email them to me by May 12th at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com. There is a button on my sidebar that will take you to the post and tell you everything.

Happy Hunting!

Jackie

Late Night Stamper Heart Award

I am proud to announce that I was one of Three LNS Demos that was honored with the LNS Heart Award, Katherine Roberts and Deborah Smart also won. The award is nominated by our peers for going beyond to care and share with our fellow LNS demos. I myself feel honored to be included in this group of wonderful demos.

Here is my award:

It is gorgeous and sparkles as much as our LNS group does everyday helping demos.

Thank You all,

Jackie

There is Something New at Stampin Up

Introducing an all new completely clear stamping option....Photopolymer Stamp Sets!!

It's CLEARLY something NEW at Stampin' Up! And I can SEE that we are going to LOVE this new option in our stamping line up!! Here's a quirky/funny video "What's Photopolymer?" that Stampin' Up! demonstrators were treated to this morning:





And so . . . are you ready to see the very first completely clear Photopolymer stamp set from Stampin' Up? Well here it is!! All 57 pieces for only $13.95!! I almost feel like fainting! What an AMAZING price!

Stampin' Up! recommends that you have the following clear blocks available when you use this set: A, B, G, F and I. You can order it today from Stampin' Up! The number is 132956. Or, just go to my online store HERE.

And, as if that wasn't fantastic enough today is March 1 and  Stampin' Up! also revealed the third set of stamps in their "Best Of" series to celebrate Stampin' Up!'s 25 Anniversary. This set is "Best of Flowers."  Are you ready to see it!

With spring comes green grass, blue skies, and of course flowers! Then what could be better for our March “Best Of” set than a collection of the best flower stamps from the past quarter-century? This set also includes a never-before-seen flower image that coordinates perfectly with our 1-1/4" Scallop Circle punch.

You can view the full PDFhere or order from online store 24/7 here. Remember to put your collector's sticker on your card.  For every six Best of sets you buy, you can send in your collectors card for a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95! Must be redeemed by April 30, 2014.

There is allot going on this year so if you see something that want or want more information just email me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com or visit my online store 24/7 here .

Jackie

Thinking of You

Today I made two  Thinking of You cards one in Early Espresso and the other in Midnight Muse. Around here everyone liked the Midnight Muse one better. I was visiting Kay Katlhoff blog here and saw these cards and fell in love with them, and guess what I cased them.! Kay also has a step by step video if you would like to make some of your own. Thanks Kay for inspiring me to go outside my box.

Here is my card using Early Espresso

Here is the Front and inside of my card using Midnight Muse



Supplies I used for these cards:

Stamp Sets                        Thinking of You (Spring Mini), Word Play
Card Stock                        Very Vanilla, Daffodil Delight
Designer Series Paper       Tea for Two
Stampin Ink                        Midnight Muse, Early Espresso
Framelits                           Window Frames  Collection
Brads                                 Glimmer Brads (I used Pumpkin)

Directions

1. I place one of the larger framelits on top of the Very Vanilla piece (51/4" x 4") and ran through my Big Shot to give the cut out,.
2. Then I stamped the image on top and then I used the framelit that fit what I stamped and ran that through the Big Shot this way they fit into each other.
3. You can see Kay's step by step video here, she explains it better than I do.
4. I then cut the chevrons from the Tea for Two designers series paper and placed over the framelit.
5. Next I placed the Brad at the top of my stamped image, then adhered that on top of the chevrons.  Very quick and easy card to do that makes a statement.

Have a great day and thanks for stopping by Designs by Jackie.  Let me know which one you like? Early Espresso or Midnight Muse?

Jackie

Butterflies in Flight

Today card is going to be one for my  daughter Shelly her birthday is right after Valentines and I wanted to make her card soft and girly. When I saw the new Butterfly punch in the Spring Mini, ideas start to form in my head.

Let's get started! Here is my card:

Here is the inside of the card:

Supplies

Card Stock                       Wisteria Wonder, Whisper White

Stampin Ink                      Wisteria Wonder

Stamp Set                         Beautiful Birthday

Ribbon                              5/8" White Organza and Satin

Punch                                Bitty Punch (new from Spring Catalog)

Embossing Folder            Perfect Polka Dots

Tools                                Simply Scored, Big Shot Machine

Accessories                      Basic Pearls, Basic Rhinestones and Paper Lace Dollie

Directions

Cut a piece of Wisteria Wonder card stock 51/2" x 41/4" and score down the middle to make your base card.

Next I cut a piece of Whisper White card stock 51/4" x 4" and then ran it through the Big Shot machine using Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder.

Next I cut another piece of Wisteria Wonder 5" x 33/4" and then I scored it using Stampin Ups Simply Scored.

Next I adhered the pieces together

Then I cut another piece of Whisper White card stock and ran it through the Big Shot using the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder.

Next I punched out several (5-6) butterflies using the new Bitty Butterfly punch found in the new Spring Mini. Attaching them to the top piece in a scatter format.

I cut a piece of White Organza Ribbon to make a bow and attached it to the pieces and then adhered them to the base card.

I added Pearls for some additional Bling!

Happy Birthday and I hope you love the card!

Thanks for stopping by and as usual comments are welcome. I just love reading them!

Jackie

WOW! Check Out What is New This Month!

That's right come on in and check out the new Stamp Up Releases for February! They are awesome!  We start off with Best of set and a new Sent With Love Stamp Set with Designer Series Paper.

Let's Get Started:

Best Of Set For February
Just in time for Valentine's Day is the Best of Love collection! How perfect is that, whether you like to make Vintage cards, Valentine cards and the list goes on!

Down load Best of Love Flyer here.

As a special incentive to collect the Best of stamps, we're including a collector's card and 25-year proof of purchase sticker with every Best of set. Collect six stickers, and send it in to redeem a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95! Free sets must be redeemed no later than April 30, 2014.

Down load your collector card here

Now if missed January Best of Birthdays here it is the stamp set:

Down load Best of Birthdays Flyer here

I told you there was a lot going on in February. During this limited-time offer Stampin Up has a fabulous fun Stamp Set  Sent With Love and Designers Paper  you can purchase them separately or Bundle them together for a 20 percent discount! How awesome is that!

Here is the Sent With Love Stamp Set

or

Sent With Love Designer's Series Paper

Down load Flyer here

Now if that wasn't enough Stampin Up in addition, you may purchase the Sent with Love Digital Kit. Note, this is not included in the Bundle.

Now I am off to play with the Best of Birthdays stamp set I got from Mr Brown (aka UPS) yesterday.  I will be posting what I have come with very soon! February is another busy birthday month. Have a great weekend.

You can visit my store 24/7 here and check out all the new products. If you find something you just can't live without email me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com

Jackie

Birthday Wishes

Today I am posting a birthday card for my grandson James. I wanted to make a card that is just as unique as he is. I love making Vintage looking cards and this is my first try at one for a guy and the new stamp sets from the Spring Catalog and Sale-a-brations just fit right in.

Supplies

Card Stock                       Crumb Cake, Indigo Island, Very Vanilla (inside)
Stamp Sets                        Hearts a Flutter, Feeling Sentimental, Beautiful Birthday
Framelit                            Hearts a Flutter
Designer Series Paper      Tea for Two
Stampin Ink                       Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso
Tools                                Gold Brads for some Bling! Big Shot Machine

Directions

1. Made base card using Crumb Cake 51/2" x 41/4"
2. Next layer was Indigo Island  51/4" x 4"
3. Top layer 5" x 33/4" tore bottom.
4. Next cut a strip of designer series paper (news paper ad)from Tea for Two 5" x 1" and tore bottom. edge and matched up to Crumb Cake top  and glued together.
5. Sponged around the edges of the top layer with Cherry Cobbler. 
6. Then I stamped the Telephone Booth in the lower right hand corner.
7. Next I stamped the ribbons from Hearts a Flutter 1 with Cherry Cobbler other Indigo Island
8. Then using the matching die cut from the framelits bundle thru my Big Shot machine.
9. Next placed ribbons on the side added Gold Brads.
10. Finally stamped celebrate in the middle with Cherry Cobbler.
11. On the inside I stamped Happy Birthday onto Very Vanilla card stock with Early Espresso.

 I loved making this card it was quick, easy and turned out great. I believe my grandson will like it.

Thanks for stopping by and if you want more information about this card, Spring Mini or Sale-a-brations email me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com


Jackie

Spring Fling Check Book Cover

I just love making Vintage cards and gifts and this month is no exception. I have for you today a check book cover that I made for myself. There are so many goodies in the new Stampin Up Summer Mini I had a hard time choosing. I hope you like it, I know I do.

Supplies:
Designer's Series Paper                   Tea for Two (Summer Mini)
Ribbon                                              Rose Red Seam Binding, Large Oval Lace (from the Artisan
                                                          Embellishment Kit)
Punch                                                Elegant Butterfly
Embosslit                                          Beautiful Wing

Directions for Hearts a Flutter Check Book Cover

1. First take your checkbook cover and empty it out or you can buy an clear one at your local craft store. Measure the length and width of your check book.
2. Cut your Designer Series Paper (I chose Hearts a Flutter from the Spring Mini) 6 1/4" x 6 3/4" now remember some check books may be smaller and you might have to adjust.
3. Then I rounded the edges with my Stampin up corner punch.
4. Then place the paper into the cover to make sure it fits.   
5. Next I cut a piece of Hearts a Flutter designer series paper and put it in the
6. Beautiful Wings Embosslit and ran them through using the Big Shot machine and put it aside.
7. Then I took a piece of Rose Red card stock and using the Elegant Butterfly punched out a Beautiful Butterfly and put it aside.
8. Next I used another butterfly from the Beautiful Wings embosslit and put it aside.
9. Then I cut a piece of Rose Red Seam Binding that would fit around the designer series paper enough to adhere.
10. Next I cut a piece of the large lace from the Artisan Embellishments Kit from the Spring Mini.
11. Then I assembled all the pieces and attached the seam binding first glued it down.
12. Next I adhered the Large Lace over the seam binding and the attached the Butterflies.
13. For alittle more Bling I added Basic Pearls to the Butterflies and a Rose Red Rose in the center.
14. I also added Butterflies and Pearls to the back cover .

I slid the finished piece into my plastic sleeve and now I have a beautiful Checkbook Cover that when I have to write out a check that makes me smile!

A  checkbook cover is a simple project that makes a great gift for that special someone or for yourself as I did.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoyed my project today. I just love the New Hearts a Flutter Designer Series Paper and when I bundle it with the Hearts of Flutter Stamp Set and Framelit my brain goes a flutter with all kinds of ideas. For now this is the end of my series of projects. I hope you check out the Valentine card and gift set.

If you are interested in any of the products about please visit my web page
http://stampingjackiewatson.stampinup.net or you can email me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com



Thanks again for stopping by and as usual feel free to leave comments, I love reading them

Jackie


 

Hearts a Flutter Gift Set

I saw this cute idea for making a candy bottle out of a Starbucks coffee drink on Pinterest, so I cased the idea and added some things of my own and made a Valentines Day card as well.

Let's get started!  Valentines Day Card

Supplies Needed

Card Stock                             Wild Wasbi, Champagne Sparkle, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake
Designer Series Paper            Tea for Two  (from Spring Mini)
Ribbon                                    Large Lace (from Spring Mini)
Rose                                        From Spring Mini
Ink                                           Early Espresso and Versa Mark
Framelits                                 Hearts a Flutter (from Spring Mini)
Stamp Set                                Hearts a Flutter (from Spring Mini), You are Loved
Embossing Powder                 Clear
Embossing Folder                   Lacy Brocade
Punch                                      Heart
Ribbon                                    Large Lace (from Spring Mini)

Directions

1. Cut a piece of Crumb Cake card stock 51/2 x 41/4 inches for your base card.
2. Next cut a piece of Crumb Cake 51/4 x 4 inches for second layer and place inside embossing folder and run through Big Shot Machine.
3. Then cut a piece of designer series paper (I used Tea for Two) 5 x 3/4 inches and then place in embossing folder and run through the Big Shot.
4. Next adhere designer series paper to card stock and add  lace and adhere to base card.
5. Cut a piece of Wild Wasbi card stock  3 x 3 inches, using Versa Mark stamp Scallop Heart stamp from the Hearts a Flutter stamp set.
6. Then sprinkle clear embossing powder and heat with heat gun.
7. Next punch a Heart out of the sparkle paper.
8. Glue sparkle heart to embossed heart and then glue to lace on front of card and add white rose.

Hearts a Flutter and Kisses Too!

There is nothing better than chocolate for Valentines Day except maybe trip to Starbucks!!!

Supplies needed

Card Stock                              Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Designer Series Paper            Tea for Two
Ink                                           Early Espresso, Versa Mark
Framelit                                  Hearts a Flutter
Stamp Set                                Heart from Valentine Treat Bundle
Ribbon                                    Crochet Trim
Embossing Folder                   Lacy Brocade
Punches                                   Heart Punch, 13/4" Scallop Circle, 13/8" Circle, 11/4" Circle, 1" circle
                                                7/8" Scallop Circle

Directions for Belly Band
Cut a piece of card stock 9" x 3" and then cut a piece of designer series paper 8' x 2" and using the Lacy Brocade embossing folder run through the Big Shot. Glue together pieces and then using sticky tape glue on one end attach around bottle.

Directions for Heart Tag

1. Cut a piece of Very Vanilla card stock about 3" square and stamp using Versa Mark the Heart from Hearts a Flutter stamp set. Then sprinkle embossing powder and dust off and heat with heat gun.
2. Then stamp on another piece of Very Vanilla card stock using the heart from the Valentine Treat Bundle and then punch it out using the Heart punch. glue together.
3. Punch a hole at the top of the Heart to run the ribbon through and tie a bow.

Directions for Lid Topper
Pretty simple really, punch out each layer and glue together and then glue to the top of the Lid. Now all that is left to do is fill with your favorite candy. (Mine is Hershey Kisses)

I just love Vintage cards, and the stamp sets, ribbons and dies from the new Spring Mini let's my creativity go wild.

 

Sale-a-Bration is Here! Whoohoo!

It’s the time of year us Stampin’ Up! Fans look forward to every year, it’s Sale-a-bration time!!!! The best time of year to get your Stampin’ Up! products. Why you ask? Free Products just for shopping!!

Shop and receive a free Sale-a-bration product for every $50 you spend.  Check out all the great products here.

Check this out, you can now get a monthly kit called Paper Pumpkin from Stampin’ Up! that includes exclusive stamps and everything you will need for a great project. You can get more info on this great product at www.mypaperpumpkin.com. They even have a try me kit!  You won’t want to miss out on even one of these kits. . . . Please select me as your demonstrator when placing your order, it will ask for my name Jackie Watson and zip code 89081.

and that's not all Stampin Up has in store for you!  For the man in your life a new kit called Dude Your Welcome, each kit will have;

• Four wood-mount stamps (double-mounted) with the perfect sentiment for every occasion
• Twelve 4″ x 6″ postcards in four different (manly) colors
• Twelve gray envelopes
• A Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad
• An instructional guide (for the most novice stamper!)

Basically, the kit includes everything a dude needs to create the perfect manly card that any woman would adore, all packaged in an appropriately masculine box.

Next is Best of 25 Years!

Happy 25th anniversary to us! Each month during 2013, we’ll smash up some of our all-time-faves with a new never-before-seen stamp to create twelve “Best of” stamp sets. We’re kicking things off with the Best of Birthdays Stamp Set. Party on!

Check back each month to see what Stampin Up come up with!!

Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration and chose $156.50 in product in your kit for just $99. That’s 25% more product! Start a business or just enjoy being a demonstrator to receive the 20% discount.

Learn more here.





Thanks for stopping by if you have any questions or see something you like email me at jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com

Jackie

January Birthdays

January is a busy month with cleaning, packing Christmas away, getting ready for the launch of the Spring Mini, SAB and of course Birthdays!  I posted the card for my grandson already cutest mug, and today is the card I made for my son.  His card could be one of my 20 minute cards, it was that easy to do.

Supplies

Card Stock                           Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Always Artichoke

Stamp Sets                            Loving Thoughts, Beautiful Birthday

Button                                   Natural Designer

Framelit                                Apothecary Accents                 

Embossing Folder                Chevron

Designer Series Paper          Regals Designer Series paper stack

Accessories                     Linen Thread,

Stampin Marker                    Early Espresso

Directions

1. Cut a piece of Whisper White card stock 51/2" x 41/4" and fold this is to make your base card.
2. Next cut 1 each of  Always Artichoke, Designer Series Paper and Crumb Cake mine are 11/4" x 51/4" which leaves a space in between them.
3. Then I run each piece through my Big Shot using the Chevron embossing folder. Then I adhered them to my base card.
4. I used a piece of left over designer paper and the die cut from Apothecary and run that through my Big Shot. To get the back up piece, I traced the die cut and cut out by hand.
5. Using my Early Espresso marker I colored the stamp from Loving thoughts onto Whisper White card stock. Then cut to make it look like a Ribbon.
6. Stamped Happy Birthday on the inside using Early Espresso.
7. Next I run the Linen thread through one of the brown buttons and glued to the front of my card.

This was a easy card to make, simple and clean. I have a hard time making cards for the men in my family. My new year resolution is to practice more.

Thanks for stopping by I hoped you enjoyed my project today. As always feel free to leave a comment. I enjoy reading them.

Jackie 

Sparkle Snowflake Thank You

Yesterday, I made a special thank you card for my Niece and Great Niece for their lovely and thoughtful Christmas presents. I haven't been around them much over the years, but this summer we spent some time together and they surprised me this Christmas.

Here is the Card

This view shows a better look at all the bling and Snow Flakes.

Supplies needed

Card Stock                      Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant and Whisper White
Ink                                   Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant
Stamp Set                        Snowflake Soiree
Punch                               11/4 Circle Punch
Accessories                     Basic Rhinestones for Bling, Circular scissor plus

Directions
Cut your base card 3" x 6", score at 3" and fold
Next cut your 1st layer 23/4" x 23/4" and attach to base card.
Then I used the Circular Scissors to make a 21/4" circle stamped that with the medium snow flake from Snowflake Soiree stamp set with Old Olive Ink.
Next I stamped the small snowflake with Elegant Eggplant and punch it out using the 11/4" punch.
Next I adhered the large circle to my base card and added Rhinestones.
Then I adhered the top circle with stampin dimensionals and added more Rhinestones for Bling.


 I am mailing it off today, and can't wait to see if they like it. Since I made this using snowflakes I am also entering in the first challenge for 2013 over at the new LNS Weekly Challenge Blog.

Thanks for stopping by and as always leave a comment and let me know what you think.

Jackie

Clearance Rack Blitz Update!

Stampin' Up has added 15 new items to the Clearance Rack

•Neutrals Flower Brads

•Regals Flower Brads

•Subtles Flower Brads

•Pretty in Pink 5/8" Satin Ribbon

•Bashful Blue 5/8" Satin Ribbon

•Chantilly 1/2" Crochet Trim

•Artichoke 3/8" Denim Jean Ribbon

•2010-2012 In Color Stampin' Write Markers

•2011-2013 In Color 12" x 12" Textured Cardstock

•Timeless Portrait Designer Series Paper

•Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper

•Well Worn Designer Series Paper

•Beau Chateau Side Notes

•Sweetest Stem Embosslits Dies

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SU Stars December Blog Hop

Welcome to the last Blog Hop of the from SU Stars for 2012. This year has gone by rather quickly for me. This month's theme was Holiday/Winter. I decided to make something I haven't done in a long time a Easel Card. I love the ease and simplicity of this card.

If you came from , Denise Foor blog then have landed in the right place wasn't her card just wonderful. If you want to start at the beginning go to http://su-stars.blogspot.com/.

Let's get started!! Here is my Easel Card.

Supplies:

Card Stock                     Gumball Green, Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, Whisper White
Ink                                  Gumball Green, Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso
Stamp set                        More Merry Messages
Ribbon                            Satin Stitched (Gumball Green)
Designer Series Paper    Festival of Prints paper stack
Embossing Folder          Petals a Plenty
Markers                          Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green, Crumb Cake
Accessories                    Red Sticky Tape, Stampin Dimensionals, Big Shot Machine and Basic Pearls

I will give details on how made my card, but there is a wonderful video on yu-tube that explains it much better than I. I have posted that below. You also can go to Splitcoaster's and type in easel card and get information on different sizes as well. I chose to do a vertical card, changing up the sizes a little to get the effect I wanted.

Directions:

1. First cut a piece of Whisper White card stock 41/4" x 11, this will be the base or easel.
2. Then I scored at 5 1/2, 8 1/4 and folded on the crease line with my bone folder.
3. I cut a piece of Whisper White card stock 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" for the card front.
4. Next I cut the layers for the card front, 1st layer  4" x 5 1/4" in Gumball Green, 2nd 3 5/8" x 4 7/8"
5. in Whisper White, 3rd layer 3 1/4" x 2 1/4" in Cherry Cobbler, 4th layer 2 1/2" x 3" in Whisper White.  
6. Then I cut another piece designer series paper 2 1/2" x 3 1/2"
7. Now I cut 4 pieces of card stock for that a piece of Whisper White 2 3/4" x 4 1/4" and ran that thru the Big Shot as well using the Petals a Plenty embossing folder.
8. Then I cut a piece of Gumball Green 1 3/4" x 4 1/4", a piece of Cherry Cobber 1 3/8" x 4" and last Whisper White 1 1/8" x 3 3/4" and stamped my message on that piece.

After you get all the piece's cut out and stamped, you now start assembling the card front. I ran piece of the Whisper White thru the Big Shot using my Petals a Plenty embossing folder. Stamped my imagine on another piece. Then glued them all together and added some Ribbon.

Then I glued the pieces onto the base or inside of the card. For some added support and a little Bling I added Pearls on each side of the bottom pieces. Then I put sticky tape on the small piece of my easel the 2 1/4 x 4 1/4. Remove red film and place the top part of my face card onto it. Now you should be able to open and stand up your easel using the Pearls and Message.

I hope you have enjoyed my card for you today and now it is time to hop on over to B.Jayne at her blog http://jaynestamps.com, I know you will love what she has done for you.

Thanks for stopping by. I love comments, so be sure to leave one. I hope you too find some time to create something fun for yourself...Enjoy!

Here is the video in case my instructions are not clear.




Jackie