Friday, September 30, 2022

Introducing the NEW Birthday Card Organizer Kit

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Introducing the Birthday Card Organizer Kit, The Newest Addition to the Stampin’ Up! Kits Collection. With the Birthday Card Organizer Kit, you can send birthday wishes all year long with 12 customizable cards and a monthly organizer!

Available starting October 4th 2022, the Birthday Card Organizer Kit is the simplest way to plan out all your birthday celebrations for the year.

Easily list all your loved one’s birthdays in the designated sections and store a birthday card for them in the card holder sleeve. You can easily customize multiple cards to have on hand so you’re prepared when a celebration comes around. You’ll be ready to celebrate all year long. Never miss another birthday again!


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Birthday Card Organizer Kit (#161056) Details

  • The Birthday Card Organizer Kit's item number is #161056
  • The cost is $25 USD | $34 CAD
  • The Birthday Card Keeper Kit will be available starting October 4th, 2022.
  • The Birthday Card Keeper Kit is available in the North American market in English and in French.
  • The Birthday Card Keeper Kit includes 
    • One 8" x 10" (20.3 x 25.4 cm) monthly planner with space to record birthdays each month as well as a pocket sleeve to hold birthday cards.
    • Includes 12 full-size birthday cards, 6 of 2 designs, and 12 coordinating envelopes.
    • Includes Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesive-Backed Embellishments, and Tear & Tape Adhesive
    • Includes die-cut florals and pieces ready for you to use­—no prep work required!
    • Includes sticker sentiments and die-cut labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
  •  The coordinating colors are Basic Black, Evening Evergreen, Petal Pink, Sahara Sand, and Soft Succulent

 

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Feeling like you’re already on top of birthdays? No problem—you can use this planner to keep track of any important celebrations! Or buy a kit for someone who could use a little organization (the holidays are just around the corner).


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Check out the Birthday Card Organizer Kit and the entire Kits Collection on my online store HERE.

Happy Stamping!

Beth

World Card Making Day Event is Tomorrow! Are you signed up?

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World Card Making Day is tomorrow, October 1st! Are you signed up for Stampin' Up!'s FREE virtual card making event for all stampers and crafters on October 1st from 2:00pm - 5:00pm MT?

I know many of you have already registered for Stampin' Up!'s World Card Making Day Virtual Event, but below is the sign up information just in case. 


World Card Making Day Creative Event at a Glance

  • Who: Anyone!
  • When: 1 October from 2:00–5:00 p.m. (MT)
  • Where: Online
  • Price of Event: Free
  • Registration Dates*: 11 August–1 October
  • Language of Event: The event will be in English with language interpretation voice-over and subtitles in English, French, German, and Dutch
  • *You don’t have to register for this event but registering will keep you informed of all the fun crafting in store!

 

How to Register

  • Click HERE to register.
  • *You don’t have to register for this event but registering will keep you informed of all the fun crafting in store! 
  • I registered because I want to be kept up-to-date and make sure I get the project measurements and instructions before the event, so I can cut my cardstock and have my materials ready to go.

 

What is Happening at this Creative Event?

World Card Making Day is all about making beautiful, heartfelt cards. During the event, Stampin' Up! will walk you through several projects, and you’ll create the cards right along with us. You’ll end up with new project ideas and some stunning new cards!

 

Do I Need to Order Supplies Ahead of Time?

You can use your own supplies or, to make the most of this experience, you can order 

  • the Cottage Rose Bundle from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog, 
  • the Cottage Wreaths Bundle from the July–December 2022 Mini Catalog, or 
  • the Warm Welcome Bundle, which you can get early from the January–June 2023 Mini Catalog! 

If you want, you could even order all three bundles! The Warm Welcome Bundle will be available for purchase starting 1 September*. 

*This date is subject to change. If you are registered for the event, we’ll automatically notify you by email as soon as it becomes available.


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When you order any bundle, you’ll get a FREE gift of Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels! (Note that even if you order all three bundles, you’ll only receive one Iridescent Pearls gift.)

Check out the Product Flyer with all the bundles’ ordering information HERE or click the graphic below. 

 

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You can still attend this event without ordering the bundles, but it will be a lot more fun to craft together if you have one or more bundles! Order early to get your products in time for our World Card Making Day Creative Event.
 

World Card Making Day 2022 Square Graphic

 

Let's celebrate together!

Registration for my in-person World Card Making streaming party is now closed. For those attending tomorrow, please, bring your bundles, bone folder, adhesive, and paper snips. I look forward to streaming the live event and spending time with you all tomorrow!


Be sure to check your email! An email from Stampin' Up! has been sent to all registrants yesterday afternoon. If you did not receive an email and are registered, please, reach out to me. I can send you a copy of the email that I received with the event links.

I can't wait to stamp with you on World Card Making Day!

Beth

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

1 Week to go until the 12 Weeks of Christmas Email Series Begins!

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My FREE exclusive 12 Weeks of Christmas project email series starts October 5th. Each Wednesday for 12 Weeks, I will email a special Christmas project to my email subscribers complete with measurements, instructions, and photograph(s). I will share a variety of projects including cards, tags, gifts, and more! I will only be sharing these projects with my email list.


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If you are already on my email list, you don't have to do anything. You will automatically receive my 12 Weeks of Christmas series each Wednesday afternoon.

If you are not on my email list and want to receive my 12 Weeks of Christmas email series, sign up before October 5th HERE or in the bright blue sign up box in the upper right corner of my blog.

The first project email goes out at 1pm on October 5th! If you sign up after October 5th, you will not receive the projects that you missed. Make sure you sign up before October 5th HERE to receive all 12 weeks!

I can't wait to welcome you to my email list and to share these Christmas projects with you!
Beth

Go to Greeting Birthday Banner Card

I had my eye of the #158763 Go to Greetings stamp set since the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog debuted. I ordered it during the 24-hour stamp sale, and it arrived quicker than I thought it would! I was so excited to get it in the mail that I sat down to create cards right away. Today's birthday card is one of the ideas I knew I wanted to make first!

 

birthday card with horizontal band of pink paper with white embossed words saying happy birthday and banners of floral patterned paper below and perpendicular to the horizontal pink paper band. Go to Greetings stamp set birthday card, Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper, DSP, birthday card, heat embossing

The largest greeting stamp size makes a bold, slightly more formal look for this birthday card. The font style is thick enough to make a clear impression when heat embossed. I also used the embossing buddy to double ensure that no stray embossing powder heat set on the Polished Pink cardstock just in case. The lettering embossed neatly and each of the letters are crisp and legible.

step-by-step photo of the banner placement on the card front. Go to Greetings stamp set birthday card, Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper, DSP, birthday card, heat embossing


I first arranged the banners along the bottom half of the card front. Once I was happy with the placement, I added Stampin' Seal to the bottom half of the back of the Polished Pink greeting piece. I carefully placed the Polished Pink greeting piece on top of the banners to adhere them in place all at the same time. I totally held my breath during that step! Lol! Next I added liquid glue to the back and adhered it to the card front.

inside of birthday card has a horizontal band of pink paper on top of a horizontal band of pale pink plaid patterned paper along the bottom edge of the card inside. Go to Greetings stamp set birthday card, Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper, DSP, birthday card, heat embossing

 

Inside the card I added a piece of pink plaid paper from the Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper (DSP) pack and a narrow piece of Polished Pink cardstock to cover the DSP seam and for an extra pop of pink.

You can also see in the photo above that only the tops of the banners are adhered to the card front. This adds a bit of whimsy and movement to the card.


pick up all of the banners at once with the pink cardstock. Go to Greetings stamp set birthday card, Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper, DSP, birthday card, heat embossing

 

Below are the measurements and supply list to recreate this Go to Greetings banner birthday card. If you need supplies to recreate this card, please, shop my online store HERE.

 

Measurements

  • Card Base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" (Thick Basic White Cardstock)
  • Greeting: 1-3/8" x 5-1/2" (Polished Pink Cardstock)
  • Banners (cut 9): 1/2" x 3" (Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper (DSP))
  • Inside DSP Strip: 1/2" x 5-1/2" (Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper (DSP))
  • Inside Cardstock Strip: 1/4" x 5-1/2" (Polished Pink Cardstock)



Supply List

Stamps
#158763 Go to Greetings Stamp Set

Paper
#159229 Thick Basic White Cardstock
#155710 Polished Pink Cardstock
#158973 Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper (DSP)

Ink
#102283 Versamark Clear Watermark Ink Pad

Embellishments
#158136 Brushed Brass Butterflies
#155554 Basics Stampin' Emboss Powder (white)

Tools
#153608 Banners Pick a Punch
#129053 Heat Tool
#118490 Clear Block H
#110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue
#152813 Stampin' Seal Adhesive
#102300 Bone Folder
#103579 Paper Snips
#130148 Grid Paper
#152392 Paper Trimmer
#126200 Stampin' Scrub
#153648 Stampin' Mist Cleaner


thinking of you card with horizontal band of pink paper with white embossed words saying thinking of you and banners of floral patterned paper below and perpendicular to the horizontal pink paper band. Go to Greetings stamp set thinking of you, Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper, DSP, birthday card, heat embossing
 

The second card that I made using the thinking of you greeting turned out nicely even though this was not the greeting I intended to stamp! Whoops! Even still, what a cheerful way to let a loved one know you are thinking about them!

What other greetings would you use on this banner card? Let me know in the comments below!

I hope you enjoyed today's Go to Greetings birthday banner card. If you need supplies to make this sweet card, please, shop my online store HERE.

If you have any questions about today's project, please, don't hesitate to ask me.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Friday, September 23, 2022

Treelined Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Thanksgiving Card

I was excited to try this new to me fun fold! It is called the Landscape Display Panel Card and was made by fellow Stampin' Up! demonstator Heidi Smith based on the portrait version made by fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrator Susan Campfield. Susan called her card a freestanding floating panel card.


Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card


This fun fold card can stand up on its own, making it an idea display card! You can see from the overhead view photo below that there are three panel areas - a smaller panel in the front, a larger panel behind it, and a center panel across the back of the card base.


Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card


For my landscape display panel card, I envisioned a tree lined forest scene with leaves changing to reds, oranges, and yellows with just a touch of gold embossing powder. I used the tree stamps from the Beauty of Friendship stamp set to make the row of trees across each of the panels. The grass is made by lightly swirling Garden Green ink along the bottom of the panels. I wanted the emphasis to be on the tree leaves and the greeting.

Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card


The gold embossing powder adds a bright metallic shine that pairs well with the brilliant red, orange, and yellow of the trees' leaves. The embossing powder also embellishes the card without adding extra bulk to this already thick fun fold card.

Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card heat embossing


This fun fold card does fit in a A2 envelope and does fold flat. However, this fun fold is bulky because of the scoring and the layers of panels. I don't recommend adding too many 3 dimensional embellishments to your card to avoid having to purchase a special gusseted envelope.

Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card heat embossing folded flat


There is plenty of room on the back of the card to write a special message. I repeated the trees growing together from the center front of the card to the back of the card.

Beauty of Friendship Treelined Thanksgiving Landscape Display Panel Fun Fold Card heat embossing


Below are the measurements and the supply list for my landscape display panel Thanksgiving card. If you need supplies to recreate this card, please, shop my online store HERE.


Measurements

  • Card Base: 4-1/8" x 9-1/2"; scored at 1", 2", 7-1/2", & 8-1/2" (Early Espresso Cardstock)
  • Mechanism (cut 2): 2-1/2" x 3-1/8"; scored on the short side at 3/4" & 1-3/4" (Early Espresso Cardstock)
  • Large Panel (cut 2): 2-3/4" x 3-5/8" (Early Espresso Cardstock)
  • Small Panel (cut 2): 2-1/4" x 3-1/8" (Early Espresso Cardstock)
  • Large Tree Panel (cut 2): 2-1/2" x 3-3/8" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Small Tree Panel (cut 2): 2" x 2-7/8" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Center Mat (cut 2): 3-7/8" x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock) - 1 mat for the front center of the card and 1 mat for the back center of the card


Supplies

Stamps

  • #154983 Beauty of Friendship Stamp Set
  • #159634 Hello Harvest Stamp Set
  • #159644 Hello Harvest Bundle (10% savings)


Ink

  • #147084 Real Red Ink Pad
  • #147086 Pumpkin Pie Ink Pad
  • #147094 Daffodil Delight Ink Pad
  • #147089 Garden Green Ink Pad
  • #147114 Early Espresso Ink Pad
  • #102283 Versamark Clear Watermark Ink Pad


Paper

  • #119586 Early Espresso Cardstock
  • #159276 Basic White Cardstock


Embellishments & Tools

  • #155555 Metallics Emboss Powders (Gold)
  • #129053 Heat Tool
  • #118487 Clear Block A
  • #118486 Clear Block C
  • #118490 Clear Block H
  • #159971 Embossing Additions Tool Kit
  • #153611 Blending Brushes
  • #110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • #102300 Bone Folder
  • #103579 Paper Snips
  • #130148 Grid Paper
  • #152392 Paper Trimmer
  • #126200 Stampin' Scrub
  • #153648 Stampin' Mist Cleaner

 

I hope you enjoyed today's fun fold card. How would you decorate your landscape display panel card? I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below telling me what stamps and ink you would use for your landscape display panel card.

If you need supplies to make this autumnal tree thanksgiving card, please, shop my online store HERE.

If you have any questions about today's project, please, don't hesitate to ask me.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Thursday, September 22, 2022

Weekly Deals: Week 4 - The Final Week

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September Weekly Deals Week 4 - September 22nd-28th

Every week in the month of September Stampin' Up! is offering a selection of discounted products. Weekly Deals start September 1st and end on September 28th, 2022. Discounts and product selection will vary from week to week. So, be sure to check at the start of each week!

The fourth week and final week of the Weekly Deals happening now from September 22nd - September 28th, 2022. Below are the selection of discounted products for Week 4. 


Weekly Deals September 2022 Week 4 Graphic

Click HERE or on the graphic above to see the products in my online store.

 

Promotion Details

  • New products added each week on 1, 8, 15, and 22 September.
  • Promotion ends 28 September.
  • Product options and discounts vary based on inventory availability.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online).
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit.
  • Get the most up-to-date product information on the online store.

 

Each week’s deals end at:

  • Week 1: 1−7 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 2: 8−14 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 3: 15−21 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 4: 22−28 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)

 

I am really excited that the Weekly Deals are back for the month of September! We had Weekly Deals a few years ago when I first started as a demonstrator. I really enjoyed seeing which products were discounted each week! 

 

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The Gold Shimmer Ribbon is my top pick for this week's deals. Which Weekly Deals products is your top pick this week?

Click HERE to see the products in my online store and add them to your shopping cart today.

Happy Shopping!

Beth

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Floral Pumpkin Thanksgiving Card

For today's card I created an autumnal Thanksgiving card featuring the Hello Harvest stamp set (#159634) and Rustic Pumpkin Dies (#159643) as well as the Painted Pheasant stamp set (#159846). This card layout is also easy to replicate and make multiples for your family and friends.


Hello Harvest Thanksgiving Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder Card Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper DSP

I like the thanksgiving greeting stamp from Painted Pheasant for this card (and also in general) because the fonts are easy to read and it does not overshadow the pumpkin floral element in the center of the card.

I stamped the thanksgiving greeting on Daffodil Delight cardstock to tie the greeting to the sunflowers and to the squash on the designer series paper.

I was originally going to stamp the pumpkin in the center of the Basic White rectangle and adhere the floral spray with dimensionals on top of the pumpkin. However, the background looked too bare and the pumpkin receded into the background.

So, I die cut the pumpkin and added dimensionals to the back of both the pumpkin and the floral spray. Then I used the Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder to add a delicate layer of interest behind the pumpkin and floral die cuts without overwhelming the rest of the card.


 
Inside of the card is plenty of room to write a thanksgiving message. At the bottom I added a 3/4" strip of the Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper.
 

Hello Harvest Thanksgiving Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder Card Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper DSP

 

Pro Tip: You can cut each of the designer series paper panels separately or cut 1 piece that measures 3-5/8" x 5-1/4" and cut it into 3 panels as indicated in the measurements list below. You should be able to cut 6 panels of 3-5/8" x 5-1/4" and 6 pieces that measure 4" x 3/4" for the inside DSP strip using a 12" x 12" piece of designer series paper.


Hello Harvest Thanksgiving Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder Card Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper DSP cutting diagram template

Below are the measurements and the supply list for my 3-panel designer series paper Thanksgiving card. If you need supplies to recreate this card, please, shop my online store HERE.

Measurements

  • Card Base: 4-1/4" x 11"; scored at 5-1/2" (Merry Merlot Cardstock)
  • DSP Panel #1: 1-1/4" x 5-1/4" (Rustic Harvest DSP)
  • DSP Panel #2: 3/4" x 5-1/4" (Rustic Harvest DSP)
  • DSP Panel #3: 1-5/8" x 5-1/4" (Rustic Harvest DSP)
  • Rectangle #1: 3" x 3-1/2" (Merry Merlot Cardstock)
  • Rectangle #2: 2-3/4" x 3-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Greeting: 2-1/2" x 1 (Daffodil Delight Cardstock)
  • Pumpkin: 3" x 2-1/2" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Sunflowers: 2-1/4" x 3" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Inside Mat: 4" x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Inside DSP Strip: 3/4" x 4" (Rustic Harvest DSP)



Supplies

Stamps

  • #159634 Hello Harvest Stamp Set (also available with the Rustic Pumpkin Dies as a bundle with item #159644)
  • #159846 Painted Pheasant Stamp Set

 

Ink

  • #147114 Early Espresso Ink Pad
  • #154880 Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (dark)
  • #154883 Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (both)
  • #154906 Soft Suede Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (both)
  • #154890 Mossy Meadow Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (both)
  • #154906 Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (light)
  • #154897 Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (both)


Paper

  • #146979 Merry Merlot Cardstock
  • #159276 Basic White Cardstock
  • #119683 Daffodil Delight Cardstock
  • #159633 Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper (DSP)


Embellishments & Tools

  • #159643 Rustic Pumpkin Dies
  • #159847 Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder
  • #104430 Dimensionals
  • #110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • #102300 Bone Folder
  • #103579 Paper Snips
  • #130148 Grid Paper
  • #152392 Paper Trimmer
  • #149653 Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (with the Specialty Plate)
  • #126200 Stampin' Scrub
  • #153648 Stampin' Mist Cleaner
  • #118485 Clear Block D
  • #118490 Clear Block H


 

I hope you enjoyed today's card. If you need supplies to make this autumnal harvest thanksgiving card, please, shop my online store HERE.

If you have any questions about today's project, please, don't hesitate to ask me.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth


Monday, September 19, 2022

Weekly Deals: Week 3

Weekly Deals Graphic Banner for September 2022


September Weekly Deals Week 3 - September 15th-21st

Every week in the month of September Stampin' Up! is offering a selection of discounted products. Weekly Deals start September 1st and end on September 28th, 2022. Discounts and product selection will vary from week to week. So, be sure to check at the start of each week!

The third week is September 15th - September 21st, 2022. Below are the selection of discounted products for Week 3. 


Weekly Deals September 2022 Week 3 Graphic


Click HERE or on the graphic above to see the products in my online store.

 

Promotion Details

  • New products added each week on 1, 8, 15, and 22 September.
  • Promotion ends 28 September.
  • Product options and discounts vary based on inventory availability.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online).
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit.
  • Get the most up-to-date product information on the online store.

 

Each week’s deals end at:

  • Week 1: 1−7 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 2: 8−14 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 3: 15−21 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 4: 22−28 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)

 

I am really excited that the Weekly Deals are back for the month of September! We had Weekly Deals a few years ago when I first started as a demonstrator. I really enjoyed seeing which products were discounted each week! 

I Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon is my top pick for this week's deals. Which Weekly Deals products is your top pick this week?

Click HERE to see the products in my online store and add them to your shopping cart today.

Happy Shopping!

Beth

Friday, September 16, 2022

Using a Card Sketch to Make a Halloween Card

The Scary Cute stamp set (#159850) is my go to Halloween stamp set this season. The silhouettes of the trick-or-treaters are too adorable and fun! I made this card to send to my niece for Halloween using the fairy princess silhouette stamp.


Scary Cute stamp set Halloween fairy princess card Halloween card


The layout comes from a card sketch by Teresa Kline. I was drawn to the three horizontal stripes and the ribbon at the top of her sketch.

I often use card sketches for inspiration, whether they are my own card sketches or another's. Card sketches provide a starting point for my creativity. I look at the scale of the elements on the card sketch to get an idea of which stamps and papers would fit.

There were no measurements included with Teresa's card sketch, so I used my grid paper to draw an approximation. Then I cut my paper and adjusted the measurements as I created.

I chose mostly neutral colors with the Basic Black, the Basic Gray, and the Basic White. I added a burst of Highland Heather to contrast with the neutral colors.

I chose the star patterned paper because it echoed the star on the fairy princess' wand and because the size of the stars well fit in a 3/4" strip of DSP. The stars did not lose their definition when cut to such a narrow piece of DSP. I kept the three strips of DSP the same to avoid the card becoming overly busy with too many patterns.

Scary Cute stamp set Halloween fairy princess card Halloween card


On the inside I stamped the moon and some bats at the top and the row of trick-or-treaters at the bottom to create a nighttime Halloween scene.

You can customize this card too. The silhouette stamps are mostly the same size, so the stamps with one trick-or-treater should fit in this circle die cut. You can also adjust the size of the circle die cuts. You can change the color palette to your recipient's favorite colors or to suit the occasion.

Below are the measurements and the supply list that I used to make this Scary Cute Halloween card. You can find stamping supplies in my online store HERE.

Measurements

  • Card Base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"; score at 4-1/4" (Basic Gray Cardstock)
  • 1st Mat: 4" x 5-1/4" (Basic Black Cardstock)
  • 2nd Mat: 3-1/2" x 4-3/4" (Highland Heather Cardstock)
  • Stripes (cut 3): 3/4" x 3-1/2" (Black and White Designer Series Paper)
  • Scalloped Circle: 2-3/4" x 2-3/4" (Basic Black Cardstock) - use the 2-1/2" scalloped circle die
  • Circle: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" (Basic White Cardstock) - use the 2-1/8" circle die
  • Greeting Mat: 2-1/2" x 1" (Basic Black Cardstock)
  • Greeting: 2" x 3-3/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
  • Inside Mat: 4" x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)



Supply List

Supplies Specific to this Card

  • #159850 Scary Cute Stamp Set
  • #159852 Scary Cute Bundle (The Scary Cute Stamp Set is can also be purchased as part of a bundle with the Scary Silhouette Dies)
  • #121044 Basic Gray Cardstock
  • #146986 Highland Heather Cardstock
  • #121045 Basic Black Cardstock
  • #159276 Basic White Cardstock
  • #159861 Black and White Designer Series Paper (DSP)
  • #132708 Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad
  • #156408 White 3/8" Glittered Organdy Ribbon
  • #144220 Rhinestone Basic Jewels
  • #104430 Dimensionals
  • #141705 Layering Circles Dies

 Basic Tools

  • #110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • #102300 Bone Folder
  • #103579 Paper Snips
  • #130148 Grid Paper
  • #152392 Paper Trimmer
  • #149653 Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
  • #126200 Stampin' Scrub
  • #153648 Stampin' Mist Cleaner
  • #118487 Clear Block A
  • #117147 Clear Block B
  • #118486 Clear Block C
  • #118490 Clear Block H



I liked working with this card sketch and would try it again. I think it would be fun to make a Christmas or birthday card with this card sketch too! How would you customize this card sketch?

I hope you enjoyed today's Halloween card. If you need supplies to make this adorable fairy princess Halloween card, please, shop my online store HERE.

If you have any questions about today's project, please, don't hesitate to ask me.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Thursday, September 15, 2022

24-Hour Stamp Set Sale Going on Today!

24-Hour Stamp Sale Graphic Banner September 15th, 2022

Today is the day! Stampin' Up! is having a 24-Hour Stamp Sale on selection stamp sets from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog at a 15% discount for September 15th only. Hooray! I am so excited for this sale!

 

24-Hour Stamp Sale Product List Graphic


Stamp Set Sale Product List

  • Almost every stamp set in the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog is participating in the 24-Hour Sale at a 15% discount. Check the participating stamp set sale product list for all participating stamp sets.
  • Download the participating stamp set list as a PDF HERE or click on the graphic above.


Promotion Details


Sales Period

  • 15 September 2022 12:00am to 11:59 p.m. (MT)

 Details

  • This stamp sale only happens once a year!
  • The sale will run for 24 hours.
  • The 15% discount will apply to select* stamps from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog.
  • Check out the list of stamps that are included in the sale and be ready to act quickly!
  • Stamp sets available while supplies last! *Host stamp sets are not included in this sale.

Ordering Deadlines

  • Phone: 15 September 2022 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)
  • Online: 15 September 2022 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)


#158763 Go to Greetings Stamp Set Graphic

This is a deal you do not want to miss out on! The 24-Hour Stamp Sale will only last for one day, so make sure you are ready to shop ‘til you drop! It’s time to expand your collection! 

 

I am expanding mine! I have my eye on the #158763 Go to Greetings stamp set. I think this stamp set is so smart! It has my most frequently used greetings in multiple sizes to fit all of my project sizes. The greetings also come in a variety of fonts from traditional to casual and fun. What stamp sets do you have your eye on?


24-Hour Stamp Sale Square Graphic

 

Shop your shopping list now on my shop my online store September 15th only!

 

Happy Shopping!

Beth

Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Don't miss another of my weekly stamping emails! Join my email list today!

My weekly stamping news email has been sent out! This week I shared a Christmas card featuring the Lights Aglow Product Suite. I included card measurements, a supply list, and detailed instructions.

 

Brightest Glow Christmas Card Labels Aglow Twinkling Lights Dies

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Thanks for stopping by!

Beth

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

24-Hour Stamp Sale is Coming September 15th!

24-Hour Stamp Sale Graphic Banner September 15th, 2022

 

Find yourself staring at multiple stamp sets and can’t decide which one to get? On 15 September 2022, Stampin' Up! is having a 24-Hour Stamp Sale on selection stamp sets from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog at a 15% discount. Oh, yes! Your read that right!

 

24-Hour Stamp Sale Product List Graphic


Stamp Set Sale Product List

  • Almost every stamp set in the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog is participating in the 24-Hour Sale at a 15% discount. Check the participating stamp set sale product list for all participating stamp sets.
  • Download the participating stamp set list as a PDF HERE or click on the graphic above.


Promotion Details


Sales Period

  • 15 September 2022 12:00am to 11:59 p.m. (MT)

 Details

  • This stamp sale only happens once a year!
  • The sale will run for 24 hours.
  • The 15% discount will apply to select* stamps from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog.
  • Check out the list of stamps that are included in the sale and be ready to act quickly!
  • Stamp sets available while supplies last! *Host stamp sets are not included in this sale.

Ordering Deadlines

  • Phone: 15 September 2022 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)
  • Online: 15 September 2022 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)


24-Hour Stamp Sale Square Graphic

This is a deal you do not want to miss out on! The 24-Hour Stamp Sale will only last for one day, so make sure you are ready to shop ‘til you drop! It’s time to expand your collection! I am expanding mine! I have my eye on the #158933 Tropical Hideaway stamp set. What stamp sets do you have your eye on?


Make your shopping list now and then shop my online store September 15th!

 

Happy Shopping!

Beth

Sunday, September 11, 2022

Second Sunday Sketches #41 Starts Today

 Craft with Beth Second Sunday Sketches graphic title graphic banner card sketch challenge with measurements


It is time for another Second Sunday Sketches challenge! If you are new to Second Sunday Sketches, please review the rules here or below. Each second Sunday of the month, I will post a card sketch. A sketch is graphic or drawing of how the elements of a card are arranged.

Craft with Beth: Stampin' Up! Second Sunday Sketches sketch card sketch challenge sample graphic


You will then use the sketch as a guide to create your own card. Your card must be a new creation and reflect the challenge guidelines. Your card must include the major elements of the card sketch, such as the number of layers and the general position of the embellishments and/or die cuts. You can rotate the sketch for a top-folding card or for a side-folding card.

You choose the occasion and the color palette as well as the stamp set(s) and the embellishments. I do ask that you use Stampin' Up! products (current or retired).

The measurements will also be included in the blog post for each Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge. You can use the measurements as given or increase them or decrease them. For example, if a greeting is stamped on a 1" circle on the sketch, but the greeting you choose is 1-3/4", then increase the size of the circle to 1-3/4". You can also change the shape. Instead of a circle, you can use an oval, a square, a daisy punch, a monogram, etc.

The challenge will run from the second Sunday of the month until the last day of that month. 

 

Card Sketch

Below is September's card sketch.

Second Sunday Sketches card sketch challenge graphic #41 with measurements


Challenge Dates

September's challenge will run from September 11th, 2022 until September 30th, 2022 at 5pm EDT.

If you would like to participate in the Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge, please create a card using the sketch above and email me a photo of your card by September 30th, 2022 at 5pm EDT with the subject line Second Sunday Sketches Entry.


Prize Drawing

The day after the last day of the month (October 1st), I will place all of the names of the participants in a proverbial hat and randomly draw a winner. The winner will receive a prize (US Residents only)! The prize each month will change and will be announced at the start of each challenge. September's Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge prize is a surprise embellishment pack from my retired product cache and three hand-made cards from me.
 
September 2022 Second Sunday Sketches #41 card challenge sketch challenge prize graphic


Winner Announcement

If you are the winner, I will notify you by email. Please respond to my email with your complete mailing address, and I will mail you your prize! If the winner does not respond to my email within 7 days, I will draw another winner.

I will also post all of the entries on my blog (with your names attached to the photos) and the name of the winner.


Some Ideas on How to Make this Card Sketch Your Own

There are many ways to change this card to make it your own! You can move the main elements around the card front like change the position of the oval to the right side of the card front, change the oval to a star or a cluster of leaves, rotate the layout 90 degrees, add texture with an embossing folder or glitter, and more!


Share Second Sunday Sketches with a Friend

Be sure to join in on the fun and share with a friend! If you enter the Second Sunday Sketches challenge, you can get a bonus surprise prize by sharing this challenge with a friend (for US residents only)! Here's how to get a bonus surprise prize. Limit two bonus surprise prizes per person per month.
  1. Enter into this month's Second Sunday Sketches challenge
  2. Share this month's Second Sunday Sketches challenge with a friend (that hasn't participated before)
  3. Have your friend submit their this month's challenge card entry
  4. Email me that your friend has submitted their card entry. Submit your complete mailing address and the name of the friend that you shared with. I will confirm their entry and then send you a bonus surprise prize.

 

I am looking forward to seeing your personal take on the 41st Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge! If you have any questions about this card sketch challenge, please let me know! I am happy to assist!

Happy Stamping!
Beth

Friday, September 9, 2022

NEW! The Christmas Gifting Kit is NOW Available!

 

Christmas Gifting Kit

The latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! is a simple solution to gift cards and tags for the holidays! The Christmas Gifting Kit (#160342) has everything you need to create gorgeous gift tags to attach to presents and gift card holders that adds a handmade touch.

The Christmas Gifting Kit is available in two languages - English and French - in the North American market.
  • #160342 Christmas Gifting Kit (English) $21.00 USD
  • #160343 Surprise De Noël Kit (French) $21.00 USD
 
Christmas Gifting Kit Christmas Tags Gift Card Holders Completed Kit Photo

 

The Christmas Gifting Kit includes

  • Christmas Gifting Photopolymer Stamp Set
  • Acrylic Stamp Block
  • Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Spot
  • Predesigned projects - 9 tags and 9 gift card holders—3 each of 3 designs
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
  • Makes 9 sets: 3 each of 3 designs
  • Sized to fit standard gift cards
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects
  • A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go
  • The coordinating colors are Basic Black, Black Foil, Mint Macaron, Real Red, and Shaded Spruce


Christmas Gifting Kit Christmas Tags Gift Card Holders Kit Contents Photo

 

Christmas Gifting Stamp Set

The kit also includes an exclusive stamp set with multiple greetings in a variety of traditional and whimsical fonts.


Christmas Gifting Kit Christmas Tags Gift Card Holders Stamp Set Photo

You’ll love the ease of gift gifting this year with the Christmas Gifting Kit! This tag and gift card holder kit is a simple way to enhance the Christmas gifting experience for you and your loved ones. 
 
Create gorgeous gift tags with attached gift cards holders so you can give your friends and family gift cards to the places they love while adding a handmade touch. 
 
Christmas Gift Giving Kit Square Graphic gift card holder Christmas tags kit
 
Don’t let the holidays overwhelm you–get your all-inclusive kit and make quick multiples everyone will love! Kits are available while supplies last. 
 
Place your order for the Christmas Gifting Kit today in my online store HERE today!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Thursday, September 8, 2022

September Weekly Deals: Week 2

Weekly Deals Graphic Banner for September 2022 Week 1

September Weekly Deals Week 2 - September 8th-14th

Every week in the month of September Stampin' Up! is offering a selection of discounted products. Weekly Deals start September 1st and end on September 28th, 2022. Discounts and product selection will vary from week to week. So, be sure to check at the start of each week!

The second week is September 8th - September 14th, 2022. Below are the selection of discounted products for Week 2.


Weekly Deals September 2022 Week 2 Graphic

Click HERE or on the graphic above to see the products in my online store.

 

Promotion Details

  • New products added each week on 1, 8, 15, and 22 September.
  • Promotion ends 28 September.
  • Product options and discounts vary based on inventory availability.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online).
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit.
  • Get the most up-to-date product information on the online store.

 

Each week’s deals end at:

  • Week 1: 1−7 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 7 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 2: 8−14 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 14 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 3: 15−21 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 21 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)
  • Week 4: 22−28 September
    • Phone: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 6:50 p.m. (MT)
    • OEX/Online: Wednesday, 28 September 2022; 11:50 p.m. (MT)

 

I am really excited that the Weekly Deals are back for the month of September! We had Weekly Deals a few years ago when I first started as a demonstrator. I really enjoyed seeing which products were discounted each week! 

I have the Soft Succulent Shimmer Ribbon and the Rose Gold Specialty Paper on my order list right now. Which Weekly Deals products are on your to order list?

Click HERE to see the products in my online store and add them to your shopping cart today.

Happy Shopping!

Beth