Splitcoaststampers Creative Crew and Eastern Palace Bundles!

I didn't mean to be away from my blog this long. Really. It just seemed like every time I thought about sitting down to write a post, something else needed done. Ever have days (weeks) like that? 

Last fall, I was invited to be part of the Splitcoaststampers Creative Crew. At the time, I just couldn't make the commitment. I was delighted when I was asked again and this month marks my first month on the Crew. As a part of the Crew, we are given challenges we need to use to complete several projects. The first one I'm going to post here on the blog is one where you make one project that is somewhat simple, then a second project that is more elaborate or "stepped up!". I rather enjoyed this idea and may incorporate it in to my blog in the future. Unless noted, all products Stampin' Up! 

This is the simple version:

I had not used the Sweet Cupcake stamp set with matching dies before this challenge. I am in love with it! Even though the card above is very simple, I think the little cupcake says it all and would let anyone know you remembered them on their special day. 

This is the "stepped up" version. 

I used watercolor paper for the layer under the cupcake and simply used the same colors I had stamped the cupcake parts with to make the background. It's a bit hard to tell, but I added Clear Wink of Stella to the frosted part to give it a little extra sparkle. I had so much fun with the stepped up version, I made one more replacing Bermuda Bay with Flirty Flamingo ink. Instead of the Silver Metallic Thread, I used a snippet of white cheese cloth I had in my stash. 

Supply list:

I know how hard it is to wait for the new Stampin' Up! catalog to be released in June so you can order the all the new goodies. That's why I was so excited to find out that all of us, EVEN YOU can order new items early! 

Eastern Palace Starter Bundle
Perfect for the beginning stamper! $60.50

Contains;

• Eastern Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set 
• Eastern Palace Specialty Designer Series Paper 
• Eastern Gold Vinyl Stickers 
• Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Fresh Fig Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Very Vanilla Note Cards & Envelopes (New!)

Eastern Palace Premier Bundle
Perfect for the avid stamper! $103.50

Contains;

• Eastern Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set
• Eastern Palace Specialty Designer Series Paper 
• Eastern Palace Cardstock Pack 
• Mini Tassels Assortment 
• Eastern Gold Vinyl Stickers 
• Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Fresh Fig Classic Stampin’ Pad (New In Color!) 
• Eastern Medallions Thinlits Dies 
• Very Vanilla C6 Envelopes FREE!
• Very Vanilla Thick Cardstock (New!) FREE!

Click on the images above to SHOP NOW!

Do you have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator? If not, I would love to be your source for these amazing products (unless you want to take advantage of the opportunity above) and hopefully give you a good dose of inspiration from time to time. This is not just a hobby for me, it is a passion! Click here or on the header above to find out more info on how you can earn free stamp sets just by shopping with me. Earn Frequent Buyer Rewards!

Please use the hostess code shown in the top right corner when ordering online, unless your order will total $150 before shipping & tax. At that point, you become your own hostess and get all the rewards! 

As always, let me know if you have any questions about the project or the products used. Thanks for visiting my blog.

Artfully Yours,

Kim