Spring Tulips Flap Fold Card

We had a great time at our team meeting last night. It's always fun to get together with other demonstrators and stamp and share and inspire each other. Last night's meeting started off with our first Stamp for a Cause event. We turned old card swaps into cards to donate to the Ronald McDonald House for guests to use. Many hands make light work. In one hour, we made over 1,200 cards!!

It was my turn to bring make and takes to the meeting. Here is one of the projects that I designed. I did a spring version of the Flap Fold Card that I shared back in November.

 

The Pistachio Pudding cardstock is 4 ¼” x 11” and scored at 2 ½” and 6¾”. Watch my video tutorial to learn how to make this wow card! (Note: The stamp set and colors are different, but the basic template for the card is the same.)

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Easter Blessings stamp, Petite Petals stamp set, Curly Cute stamp set, Jet Black Staz-On Ink Pad, Crisp Cantaloupe marker & cardstock, Pistachio Pudding marker & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, 1-3/4" Circle Punch, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Scallop Edge Border Punch, 2-1/2" Circle Punch, Petite Petals Punch, Rhinestones Jewel Accents, Decorative Dots Embsosing Folder (SAB)

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VIDEO: Simple Card in a Box (4" x 4" size) Tutorial

The Card in a Box is the newest WOW card on Pinterest. Who can resist this fun pop up?! After watching video tutorials and seeing a live demonstration at our team meeting last month, I thought I was ready to make it on my own. But honestly, I felt like the measurements were awkward. So I tried to simplify it. Watch my video tutorial to see my version of this fun card.

Watch my video tutorial to learn how to make this pop up card. You'll be able to use the simply measurements to make your own Card in a Box at home!


Stampin' Up! Supplies: Label Love stamp set, Create a Cupcake stamp set, Baked Brown Sugar ink & cardstock, So Saffron cardstock, Tangerine Tango cardstock, Coastal Cabana cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, Retro Fresh Designer Paper, Artisan Label Punch, Cupcake Builder Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Trimmer, Simply Scored Tool, Sticky Strip

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Video Tip: How to Make Clear Mount Stamps STICK!

Are you frustrated with Clear Mount Stamps that just won't stick?!

Stampin' Up! Clear Mount Stamps are designed to be used with a Clear Block Mount (sold separately), which can be re-used over and over with different stamp sets. Clear Mount Stamps have many advantages:

• They are cheaper.
• They take up less room in your stamp room.
• You can see through the Clear block to better line up and position your stamped image.

But one thing that has frustrated many stampers is that sometimes the stamps don't stick to the clear block very well.

The question I get most often from my customers is: "How do you get the Clear Mount stamps to stick?" Today, I'm sharing my answer in the form of a video. I'll walk you through how to assemble your Clear Mount Stamps and share some tips that will help you find success in getting them to stick EVERY time!
 

Here are some of the tips I shared in the video:

1. With the stamp laying flat on the table, apply the vinyl sticker one half at a time. Remove half of the sticker backing and line up the sticker over the edges of the stamp. Then adhere the sticky half to the stamp. Remove the rest of the sticker backing.

Apply 2-Way Glue to the over the vinyl sticker on the back of your Clear Mount stamp. Allow the glue to dry. This creates a temporary removable bond, allowing the stamp to stick to your block. (I forgot to mention this in the video, but if you allow the glue to dry completely, it will NOT leave any residue on the clear block when you put it on and take it off. )

Hang on to the rubber outline! Remove the backing and put it in the back of the Clear Mount stamp case to keep your stamps organized. You'll also quickly be able to see if you are missing any stamps before you put them away.

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Hexagon Hive + Spiral Flower Die = Garden Beauty

I was inspired by a couple different cards that I saw on Pinterest and combined the concepts to create this card that I demonstrated at Lisa's party last week.

I wanted to use new products from the Occasions Catalog, especially the new Spiral Flower die. I'm still playing around with this die. I love how you can get a different look by making the flower tighter or more loose or by changing the material. For this card, I used two die cut pieces to make a the flower fuller. And sanding the Core'dinations cardstock adds some extra texture.

Check out this video from Stampin' Up! to learn more about the Spiral Flower die:

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Lots of Thanks stamp set, Hardwood Background stamp, Smoky Slate ink & cardstock, Primrose Petals ink & Core'dinations Cardstock, Gumball Green cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Hexagon Hive Thinlit, Spiral Flower Die, Little Leaves Sizzlit, Antique Brads, glue gun, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Re-post: Triangle Box Punch Art Critters: Easter Bunny, Chick & More!

When I looked back at my favorite posts from last March, there was a clear stand-out! These Punch Art Triangle boxes were a hit! I thought I'd re-post the entire collection to help chase the winter blues away!

 

Here are the pieces I used for the Bunny Box. Be sure to watch my video tutorial to learn how to put it together! Bunny Box Supplies: Whisper White cardstock, Pretty in Pink marker & cardstock, Basic Black marker, Large Oval Punch (#119855), Word Window Punch (#119857), Small Oval Punch (#120908) and Pink Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (#126880)

I think I love this little chick even more than the bunny!

Chick Box Supplies: Daffodil Delight cardstock, 3/4" x 3/4" Tangerine Tango cardstock, Basic Black marker, 2-3/8" XL Scallop Circle Punch (#118874), and Sycamore Street Ribbon (#130812)

Here's the video tutorial:

Of course, my kids adored them!! And my oldest daughter, especially, had visions for all kinds of punch art animals! Here are some more that I made with the kids last year. They literally stood in line and took turns telling me what animal they wanted and helping me figuring out which punches to use!

For close-ups of each animal and list of the punches that I used, please see my original blog posts: Part 1 & Part 2.

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Attend Stampin' Up! Convention for FREE!!

Among all of the things that I love about being a demonstrator (read them here), taking trips with my friends is at the top of the list!

I'm so excited about this special offer from Stampin' Up!: ALL NEW DEMONSTRATORS (who joined after July 1, 2013) can attend Convention 2014 for FREE!!!

If you ever wanted to get in on the fun, now is the time! Watch what happened at last year's Convention:
Here's what you need to know:

• You can choose $125 $150 in Stampin' Up! products. (Extra $25 in product ends March 31, 2014.)
• The cost of the Starter Kit is just $99 plus tax. Shipping is FREE! 
• The kit includes business supplies (catalogs, order forms, etc) to get you started. 
• You'll get an extra 10% discount/commission on your first order over $150 in the first 45 days.  
• Convention will take place from July 17-19 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Registration opens in April.  

Got questions? I've got answers! I'd be happy to help you make an informed decision and find a path that is right for you!