Sesame Street Side-Step Card

My niece will be turning three this weekend! I cannot believe how quickly she is growing! I created a side step birthday card for her using the Fox Builder Punch with three of her favorite Sesame Street characters - Zoe, Elmo, and Cookie Monster.

I was inspired by the plethora of characters and animals that are on the interest using the Fox Builder Punch! I used the designs from Joanne Hodge for the Elmo and the Cookie Monster. However, Zoe is my own punch art creation.

This is my very first punch art creation! I'm really pleased with the results and astonished by how awesome the Fox Builder Punch truly is! I used the Fox Builder Punch, the small bow die from Santa's Sleigh Thinlits, the heart and small circles from the Owl Builder Punch, the smallest flower from the Blossom Builder Punch, and the 1/8" Circle Punch to create Zoe.

The side step card is perfect to display, so my niece can look at her favorite characters even after her birthday. This is how I made it.

First, cut a piece of cardstock 5-1/2" by 8-1/2. With the 5-1/2" side along the bottom of the paper trimmer, line up the right edge of the paper to the 3" mark. Cut from the 1" line on the trimmer cutting guide to the 6-1/2" line on the trimmer cutting guide. This will make a 5-1/2" slit slightly off center and will help create your stair case.

Next rotate your cardstock so that the 2-1/2" side is along the bottom of your paper trimmer. You are going to make 5 score lines from the 5-1/2" slit to edge of the cardstock only on the 2-1/2" side. Score at 1", 2", 3-1/4", 4-1/2", and 6-1/2".

Then rotate your cardstock so that the 3" side is along the bottom of your paper trimmer. Score at 4-1/4" from the 5-1/2" slit to the edge of the cardstock.

Fold your card in half just like you would a regular side fold card. Then fold the steps. Fold each score line down and away from you. This will make 3 peaks or steps.

On the front of each step I added a heart embossed piece of Whisper White cardstock.

Step, Front, & Inside Mat Measurements
	Color	Dimensions
1st Step Mat	Whisper White	15/16” x 2-3/8”
2nd Step Mat	Whisper White	1-1/8” x 2-3/8”
3rd Step Mat	Whisper White	1-7/8” x 2-3/8”
Front Mat	Whisper White	4-1/8” x 2-3/8”
Inside Mat	Whisper White	4-1/8” x 2-3/8”

Finally, attach your characters.

You can attach flowers, flamingos, fruit, trucks, dinosaurs, snow flakes, Christmas trees, myriads of cute animals, and more to the steps. I bet this would make a gorgeous garden using any of our flowers stamp sets and dies. What embellishments would you choice to attach? I would love to see what you make!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Sesame Street Side-Step Birthday Card Project Supply List
Stamps	#140653 Number of Years (Photopolymer)
Paper	#121045 Basic Black #102482 Real Red #131203 Soft Sky #105117 Pumpkin Pie #101889 Perfect Plum #111351 Pink Pirouette #120953 Crumb Cake #111350 Pacific Point #100730 Whisper White #122922 Wisteria Wonder
Ink	#126985 Wisteria Wonder #140931 Basic Black Archival #131261 Neutrals Markers (Chocolate Chip)
Embellishments	#141428 Sweet Sugarplum Ruched Ribbon
Tools	#126889 Stampin’ Trimmer #126199 Stampin’ Pierce Mat #137364 Happy Heart TIEF #118074 Owl Builder Punch #140312 Blossom Builder Punch #141470 Fox Builder Punch #134365 1/8” Handheld Circle Punch

 

Only A Few Days Left!

There are only a few days left for the Special Offers Sales! This Special Offers ends on Wednesday, September 21st! Don't miss out on these fabulous products at a discounted price!

My favorite is the Layering Ovals Framelits. They are incredibly versatile and fit almost any occasion, including Thanksgiving!

Doesn't this basket layer beautifully on a Cajun Craze scalloped oval? I sure think so! Don't miss out on these spectacular offers while they last!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Paper Pumpkin:Something Good to Eat

I'm so excited that my September Paper Pumpkin Kit arrived in the mail! I've been looking forward to this month's kit in hopes that it would be Halloween or Fall themed. And, it is! Hooray!

How cute are these test tubes!?! These are the perfect size for a little treat! This kit is packed with labels and banner stickers! The printed labels with the cats and the cauldron are my favorite! The stamp set would be great for a one-sheet wonder card set!

The test tubes can be filled with all kinds of goodies, such as

• sunflower seeds
• candy-coated sunflower seeds
• spice or dip mixes
• flowers
• pen or pencil
• jelly beans, candy corn, or other candy
• cocoa mix
• marshmallows
• pet treats
• bird seed
• bath salts

The colors are spectacular and so seasonally appropriate too! They are Basic Black, Crushed Curry, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Soft Suede, and Whisper White.

I have some alternative project ideas brewing! Stay tuned!

What do you think of this month's Paper Pumpkin Kit? How will you use your kit supplies? I would love to see what you make!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Hauntly Good Halloween Card

Our theme for this month's demonstrator meeting was a Fall or Halloween card using products from the Holiday Catalog. Halloween is definitely one of my favorite holidays!

The Halloween collections in the Holiday Catalog are amazing! It was hard to choose just one stamp set! I used Jar of Haunts and Spooky Fun to create this creepy card. The spiders crawling out of the mummy jar make this card extra hair-raising! To make the mummy's bandages look old, I ran the brush tip of a Sahara Sand along the bottom of each bandage.

The spider web also adds to the creepy crawly-ness! Love it!

Jar of Haunts Halloween Card Measurements
	Color	Dimensions
Card Base	Perfect Plum	4-1/4” x 11”
1st Mat	Old Olive	3-3/4” x 5-1/4”
2nd Mat	Whisper White	3-3/4” x 4”
DSP Strip	Halloween Night Specialty DSP	3-3/4” x 1-1/2”
Washi Tape	Halloween Night Washi Tape
Inside Mat	Whisper White	3-3/4” x 5-1/4”

This card comes together in a snap. I hope you give it a try!

We had a fantastic time at the Holiday Kickoff Party yesterday! The food was delicious, especially the sugar and spice mini doughnuts! It was wonderful to spend time with everyone! You all are the best customers! Thank you so much for coming! I'm looking forward to the next party!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Jar of Haunts Halloween Card Project Supply List
Stamps	#142247 Jar of Haunts #142236 Spooky Fun
Paper	#100730 Whisper White #100702 Old Olive #101889 Perfect Plum #142022 Halloween Night Specialty DSP
Ink	#140931 Basic Black Archival #140932 Basic Gray Archival #131179 Smoky Slate #131261 Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers
Embellishments	#142026 Halloween Night Designer Washi Tape #104430 Stampin’ Dimensionals
Tools	#143263 Big Shot Machine #141490 Everyday Jar Framelits #141337 Sponge

Sponge Dauber Organization

I was inspired to make this sponge dauber organizer by amazing fellow Stampin' Up demonstrator Sam Hammond. Sam created a fabulous sponge dauber organizer using cardstock and a full wood-mount stamp clear case.

 I loved her design, but made a few modifications. I frequently drop fully inked stamps or sponges accidentally onto my projects. To reduce these occurrences,  I added a bottom and secured one set of dividers to the bottom. This would not only make the organizer more stable but also absorb some of the ink. I also made a tray to hold the organizer. This closed all of the sides and holds the daubers more securely. You can lift the entire tray of daubers without toppling it onto your work surface.

Here's what I did.

Cut nine 5" by 3/4" strips of Thick Whisper White cardstock. With the 5" side along the top of your score board, score every inch. Notch your score lines. Set them aside.

Cut four 7" by 1" strips of Thick Whisper White cardstock. With the 1" side along the top of your score board, score at 3/4". This score line will form the tab that will later be secured to the bottom piece. Rotate your cardstock so that the 7" is along the top of the score board and score at 11/16" intervals. Notch your 11/16" score lines up to the 1/4" score line. Side them aside.

Cut a 6-9/16" by 8-9/16" piece of Thick Whisper White cardstock. This will be your tray. With the 6-9/16" side along the top of your score board, score at 3/4". Rotate your cardstock 9o degrees and score again at 3/4". Repeat for the 2 remaining sides. You should now have a score line around the entire piece.

Cut and notch the top two and bottom two inside tabs as shown in the photograph below. Add Fast Fuse tape or Tear and Tape Adhesive to the tabs.

Fold up the sides of the tray and secure in place.

Set the tray aside.

Next cut a 5" by 7" piece of Thick Whisper White cardstock. This will be the bottom of the organizer. With the 5" side along the top of the score board, score every inch.

Put a thin line of liquid glue along the back of each 7" by 1" strip only on the 1/4" score line side. Adhere each strip on the bottom, matching the 1/4" score line on the strip to each 1" score line on the bottom. Make sure that all the strips face the same way.

Once the glue is dry, fold up each tab. Slide each 5" by 3/4" strip into the notches of the 7" by 1" strips to form the organizer grid.

Place the completed grid inside the tray.

Then place the tray into the full wood-mount stamp case.

Lastly, fill your organizer with sponge daubers.

Here is the case closed.

I hope you give this sponge dauber organizer a try. I would love to see what you make!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

New Products Added!

New products have been added to the Clearance Rack! Discounts are up to 60%! There are a ton of - 107 - amazing papers, stamps, and embellishments available again for as long as they are in supply.

Holy cow! This selection is awesome! This may be the best Clearance Rack ever! Blackberry Bliss cardstock is back! Winter Wonderland Vellum DSP stack is back! Love! I cannot foresee these goodies being in stock for very long!

I am ecstatic that the Gift Bow Bigz Die, the Banner Punch, and the 7-8" Scalloped Circle Punch are back while supplies last! These are three of my favorite must have tools that retired in June. I recommend snatching them up while you can, especially with the holidays coming soon! They are perfect for gift wrapping.

I made a sweet gift basket using the Gift Bow Bigz Die and the 7-8" Scalloped Circle Punch. Look how fluffy this bow is! I know for a fact that the recipient of this gift basket still has this bow and will not part with it! It is that fabulous!

This DSP is called Merry Moments and is also available on the Clearance Rack! So are the Iced Rhinestones! Score!

Spider Web Doilies are back too! I can't believe it! Just in time for Halloween! I loved these doilies! You can cut them out, sponge them, add glitter or embossing powder to them!

If you would like to place an order for any of these fantastic products, please contact me today or shop in my online store! Clearance items as fabulous as these will NOT last long. Please don't miss out!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

A Bushel Full of Blessings

Fall is my favorite season! I love the crisp autumn air, the cozy sweaters, and the crackle of the leaves underfoot! The Basket of Wishes stamp set invokes all of these memories and feelings!

Here is another Thanksgiving card with similar materials to Friday's post. It is fun to try the same materials but in a different arrangement! It's almost like being on Chopped but without being sent home!

The Blender Pens are used again to color in the vegetables and the basket. I used Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, Always Artichoke, and Pumpkin Pie.

I stamped the sentiment and three little pumpkins on the inside. You can substitute another sentiment on the inside, such as one from Suite Seasons or leave it blank for a hand written sentiment.

But, that's not all you can use Basket of Wishes for! There are two more baskets, more sentiments, and more goodies to fill the basket with. I look forward to creating even more Basket of Wishes projects!

How would you rearrange this layout? What colors would you use? I would love to see what you make!

Thanks for stopping by!

Updated: Designer Series Paper Coordination Chart

I have updated the Designer Series Paper Coordination Chart to include all of the currently available Designer Series Paper (DSP) stacks. These charts help you to identify and to coordinate the colors in each DSP stack with your project.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth