Vintage-y Christmas Card

Eek! I never meant to go so long without a blog post. This month has been busy at my regular job and between stampin' workshops, a downline meeting and hunting for the perfect Pumpkin Spice coffee, time just got away from me. 

This is the card I came up with yesterday. I'm going to give you some details on how I made it and then give you information on how to have your very own Merry Patterns stamp set. Unless noted, all products Stampin' Up!

To make this card, the initial layer is watercolor paper. I used my "Not Your Mother's Shaving Cream Technique" to make the background with the following Classic Inks: Crumb Cake, Smoky Slate, Soft Suede and Tuxedo Black Memento Ink. Click here to see the original video. During the color layering process, I clear embossed the long branch image from Colorful Seasons with Versamark ink. To get the splotchy look, I sprinkled water on the background, then blotted with a paper towel to remove a bit of color. I took another piece of watercolor paper and repeated the shaving cream technique on it (lightly) and stamped the deer outline using Soft Suede, then fussy cut it out. The sentiment and the deer are both from Merry Patterns. The wispy looking white threads are just a bit of cheese cloth. 

Get the Merry Patterns Stamp Set Free!

Is your wish list as large as mine?  Earn this EXCLUSIVE, limited-edition Merry Patterns Stamp Set  when you place an order of $300 or more (excludes shipping and tax). This promotion includes on-line orders! Just an idea: You don't have to host your own party or place an order by yourself for that amount. If a group of your friends all ordered together, you would have this set to share for the holidays!

Watch the video below for some great examples of how to use this set. The deer makes me swoon!

September Hostess Code Gift with Purchase

Want more to LOVE? Simply place an online order through me for the amount of $75 or more (before tax & shipping) and you will earn your choice of a Stampin' Up! Textured Embossing Folder valued at $8.50 or less. There are 14 embossing folders at this price point currently, including a few new ones that have just became available in the 2017 Holiday Catalog. Embossing folders will be mailed to out in October. Just use the hostess code in the top right corner when ordering, DO NOT choose "no contact" from demonstrator. Then email me at stampinartfully@gmail.com to let me know which embossing folder you would like to have. 

Do you have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator? If not, I would love to be your source for these amazing products and hopefully give you a good dose of inspiration from time to time. Live in the US and need a catalog? Just let me know. This is not just a hobby for me, it is a passion! Click 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,

Artsy Painted Harvest: Video Tutorial

I posted a few "artsy" looking cards last week using the Painted Harvest Bundle from the new Stampin' Up! 2017 Holiday Catalog. (click here to see the post) Below are a few more samples using the same technique and similar layout of one of them, along with a video showing how I created the cards. 

  

I used Berry Burst Classic Ink and Tuxedo Black Memento Ink for the card above. 

I used Pumpkin Pie Classic Ink and Tuxedo Black Memento Ink for the card above. I dyed a piece of Emerald Envy Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon with Basic Black Archival Ink so I could have black crinkled ribbon for this card. (I will be posting a video soon of the quick process I used to dye the ribbon) I punched the leafy piece using the punch that is in this bundle. I punched the leaves from Basic Black cardstock and colored them with Clear Wink of Stella. 

In the video below, I show how I created the Pumpkin Pie version of this card. 

I used a tiny bit of ordinary cheese cloth placed under the sentiment to add interest to the card below. 

Look how the black ink sinks in to the crevices of the embossed image on the card below!

Supply List:

September Hostess Code Gift with Purchase

Want more to LOVE? Simply place an online order through me for the amount of $75 or more (before tax & shipping) and you will earn your choice of a Stampin' Up! Textured Embossing Folder valued at $8.50 or less. There are 14 embossing folders at this price point currently, including a few new ones that have just became available in the 2017 Holiday Catalog. Embossing folders will be mailed to out in July. Just use the hostess code in the top right corner when ordering, DO NOT choose "no contact" from demonstrator. Then email me at stampinartfully@gmail.com to let me know which embossing folder you would like to have. 

Do you have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator? If not, I would love to be your source for these amazing products and hopefully give you a good dose of inspiration from time to time. Live in the US and need a catalog? Just let me know. This is not just a hobby for me, it is a passion! Click 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,

Paper Pumpkin Special Ends September 10!

Starting August 11 and ending September 10, first time Paper Pumpkin subscribers enjoy 50% OFF their first (September) kit!  You won’t want to miss out on October and November’s kits, either! These will be CUTE and FESTIVE!

Subscribe by September 10 and  Stampin’ Up! will deliver September’s beautiful Paper Pumpkin kit straight to your door, complete with everything you need to make handmade and shareable projects—all for 50% off!

WHAT'S INSIDE YOUR MONTHLY BOX?

With Paper Pumpkin, you'll save time and money while you build a collection of crafting supplies. Every month you'll receive a unique stamp set with an ink spot (that won't repeat a color in a 12-month period). In no time at all, you'll have a variety of stamps and ink to use on other projects. In addition, your first kit includes a free clear stamping block that you'll use every month. 

Details of the promotion:

• For first-time subscribers only.
• You must subscribe by Saturday, September 10, 2017; 11:50 PM (MT).
• Available for month-to-month subscriptions, not prepaid subscriptions.
• 50% Discount applied to September’s kit ONLY.   After that, the price for each month’s kit will return to the regular price of $19.95 (which includes shipping).
• Enter the promo code, HALFOFF0917 upon checkout.
• Unless you cancel, your membership will continue at full price after your first kit. 

To order your 50% off kit and subscribe thru ME, please visit Paper Pumpkin and enter code HALFOFF0917 to receive 50% off the September kit. 

Watch the video below to learn more about this limited time offer to try Paper Pumpkin at 50% off.

Why Paper Pumpkin? 

• The convenience of everything you need for projects arriving at your door every month.
• Exclusive photopolymer stamp sets to either start or add to your collection.
• Very little prep work to be able to craft.
• Trying new techniques.
• Great way to spend time with family and friends.
• Purchasing past kits and refills (when available) so the fun never ends.
• Variety of projects and products each month. 
• Sharing ideas with a community of online crafters.
• It's like your birthday or Christmas every month when the box arrives!

Learn more about what you can expect in a Paper Pumpkin kit by watching the Stampin’ Up! video demonstrations of past kits here. 

Questions? Don't hesitate to email me, link in right sidebar.

Artfully Yours,

2017 Holiday Catalog: A Few Of My Favorite Things

I don't know about you, but I am ready to get going on my fall and holiday crafting projects! Lucky for me (and you), the new holiday catalog is filled with tons of great products and ideas. This is by no means a complete list of my favorites, just a few I am currently completely enamored with. As I have a chance to work with more of the products, I will send out a part 2. 

If you haven't had a chance to browse the catalog yet, click here for a pdf version of the catalog. 

Here is a handy wish list to keep track of your personal favorites. 

First on my list? This probably won't shock you, but it is the Painted Harvest Bundle. 

I think this stamp set and punch are very versatile. This is a sneak peek of a card I've made using this set that I will be posting a video tutorial on in a few days. I have also had two other blog posts using this stamp set. See them here and here. 

Look at the wreath card made with this set in the photo below! I haven't made a Christmas card with this set yet, but I know I will. There are also coordinating embellishments, trim and Designer Series Paper. 

One more card below using the same technique that will be featured in the upcoming video tutorial. By now, I'm thinking this bundle should be on your list!

Next up: metallics. To be more specific, let's talk MIXED METALLICS. If this hot trend is right up your alley, Stampin' Up! has you covered!

The suite includes quite a few options for making your projects shine. This video from Stampin' Up! shows the suite in greater detail. 

Get the Merry Patterns Stamp Set Free!

Is your wish list as large as mine?  Earn this EXCLUSIVE, limited-edition Merry Patterns Stamp Set  when you place an order of $300 or more (excludes shipping and tax). This promotion includes on-line orders! Just an idea: You don't have to host your own party or place an order by yourself for that amount. If a group of your friends all ordered together, you would have this set to share for the holidays!

Watch the video below for some great examples of how to use this set. The deer makes me swoon!

September Hostess Code Gift with Purchase

Want more to LOVE? Simply place an online order through me for the amount of $75 or more (before tax & shipping) and you will earn your choice of a Stampin' Up! Textured Embossing Folder valued at $8.50 or less. There are 14 embossing folders at this price point currently, including a few new ones that have just became available in the 2017 Holiday Catalog. Embossing folders will be mailed to out in July. Just use the hostess code in the top right corner when ordering, DO NOT choose "no contact" from demonstrator. Then email me at stampinartfully@gmail.com to let me know which embossing folder you would like to have. 

Do you have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator? If not, I would love to be your source for these amazing products and hopefully give you a good dose of inspiration from time to time. Live in the US and need a catalog? Just let me know. This is not just a hobby for me, it is a passion! Click 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,

2017 Holiday Catalog, Rewards Offer and Free Stamp Set Offer

I know I'm going to date myself, but I still remember the movie Steve Martin starred in called "The Jerk". The part where he is running around screaming "the new phone books are here, the new phone books are here" still cracks me up when I think about it. It's basically how I feel when any new Stampin' Up! catalog arrives. View the pdf version here. View the movie clip here. 

The Stampin’ Up! 2017 Holiday Catalog begins today and customers can now purchase from an amazing array of new stamps, pretty paper, dies, punches, embellishments and more!  

Get the Merry Patterns Stamp Set Free!

Is your wish list as large as mine?  Earn this EXCLUSIVE, limited-edition Merry Patterns Stamp Set  when you place an order of $300 or more (excludes shipping and tax). This promotion includes on-line orders! Just an idea: You don't have to host your own party or place an order by yourself for that amount. If a group of your friends all ordered together, you would have this set to share for the holidays!

Watch the video below for some great examples of how to use this set. The deer makes me swoon!

September Hostess Code Gift with Purchase

Want more to LOVE? Simply place an online order through me for the amount of $75 or more (before tax & shipping) and you will earn your choice of a Stampin' Up! Textured Embossing Folder valued at $8.50 or less. There are 14 embossing folders at this price point currently, including a few new ones that have just became available in the 2017 Holiday Catalog. Embossing folders will be mailed to out in July. Just use the hostess code in the top right corner when ordering, DO NOT choose "no contact" from demonstrator. Then email me at stampinartfully@gmail.com to let me know which embossing folder you would like to have. 

Do you have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator? If not, I would love to be your source for these amazing products and hopefully give you a good dose of inspiration from time to time. Live in the US and need a catalog? Just let me know. This is not just a hobby for me, it is a passion! Click 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,