"So Happy For You" Sale-a-bration Bundle Card

Here's one last card using the Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration stamp set "So Happy For You". I used a basic bundle of products to make this card, ideal for new stampers. Click here for more details about the bundle.

Check out all my Sale-a-bration projects here and make sure to get your order in before Thursday night to qualify for your free gift for every $50 that you order. Click here for details about our biggest sale of the year.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You (SAB), Rich Razzleberry ink & cardstock, Old Olive ink & cardstock, Pumpkin Pie ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

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"Thanks" Circles Card

I'm back! Bet you didn't even know I was gone! I pre-scheduled blog posts so that you could still enjoy new projects while I was away. Last week was Spring Break for my kids and we took a week-long vacation. We just went a few hours north and stayed in a condo. It was kind of home base for the week as we took day trips to visit friends and family. The Zoo. The Children's Museum. Swimming indoors. Mini golf. It was a full week of fun! I'll post some photos on our family blog later this week if you're interested in looking.

I didn't have a computer all week, except for two brief email sessions, so I'm trying to catch up on everything tonight: putting together project kits to mail, thank you notes, birthday cards, finalizing orders, catching up with downline, and lots of prep work for our big demonstrator meeting next weekend...sometimes I feel like it never ends!!

And while I was gone, the hit counter on my blog passed 600,000! Wow!! Time for some blog candy! Stay tuned on that...I'll post details later this week. In the meantime, here's yet another card using the "So Happy For You" stamp set. You have just a few more days to take advantage of the Sale-a-bration special. (Get a FREE gift for every $50 that you order in my Online Store.)

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You, Rich Razzleberry ink & cardstock, Pumpkin Pie cardstock, Daffodil Delight cardstock, Old Olive cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Here's yet another card using the "So Happy For You" stamp set. If you don't have it yet...why not!?! You can get it free when you order $50 or more from my Online Store by March 31. And when you order from me, you'll get a free idea sheet using this stamp set. Click here for details.

When I sat down to create, I was using the FTL130 sketch from Clean & Simple Stamping. I didn't really like how my card turned out (below), so I played around with the same pieces I had out and came up with the card above. I think the stripes are a little less overwhelming with a smaller piece of the designer paper (which by the way is a retired Sale-a-bration 2009 gift). Leave me a comment and let me know which one you like best!

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy for You (SAB), Bashful Blue ink & cardstock, So Saffron ink & cardstock, Certainly Celery cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Delicate Dots DSP, Sweet Buttons Sizzlit, Top Note die (Big Shot), Small Star Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

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So Happy For You Notecard

I changed my mind on my favorite Sale-a-bration gift. I think it's the "So Happy For You" stamp set. It's so versatile and easy to use for quick cards. Here's a small note card I made using the items from the So Happy For You Getting Started Bundle that I put together last month. Just add the Notecards and Envelopes (#107311, $5.95 for 20).

When you order $50 or more in Stampin' Up! products this month, I'll send you a free project inspiration sheet for the "So Happy for You" stamp set. Whether or not you choose this as your free gift during Sale-a-bration, you can still use the ideas with the stamps and paper you have already at home.

Supplies: So Happy for You (SAB), Pretty in Pink ink &cardstock, Rich Razzleberry ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, White Note Cards & Envelopes, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

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"B is for Birthday" Hinge Card

I love the simple idea of this card, but I wonder if the recipient, especially a non-paper crafter would understand how to open it? The top is attached with a brad and you move it up to reveal the greeting underneath.

Supplies: Party Hearty, Melon Mambo ink & cardstock, Daffodil Delight ink & cardstock, Old Olive cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Ice Cream Parlor DSP (SAB), Silver Brads, 3/4" Circle Punch

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Starry Thank You

Here's another card from my "So Happy For You" Getting Started Bundle. (Click here for more details.) When you make any purchase from me this month, I'll send you a PDF of all the "So Happy For You" projects and instructions to make them. Ready to order now? Click here to visit my Online Store. Don't forget -- only two weeks left of Sale-a-bration!

And before I forget, I need to acknowledge another blog award. Thank you Brenda at Keenan Kreations for recognizing me with the Stylish Blogger Award! I wonder if this justifies a shopping spree for a new spring wardrobe...? I have to stay Stylish, right?

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You, Night of Navy ink & cardstock, Marina Mist ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, 1/3-8" Circle Punch, 1/4" Whisper White Grosgrain Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Engraved Greetings Thank You Notes

I love that there are so many options to choose from for Sale-a-bration. If you don't like the exclusive Sale-a-bration gifts, you can choose from over 60 Stampin' Up! stamp sets from the Idea Book & Catalog. (Click here for more details about Sale-a-bration.) Engraved Greetings is one of those stamp sets. I used it to make these Thank You notes.

The Ice Cream Parlor Designer Series Paper and Ice Cream Parlor Buttons are also Sale-a-bration gifts that you can choose for free when you order $50 or more. (Click here for more details about Sale-a-bration.)

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Engraved Greetings, Melon Mambo ink & cardstock, Pacific Point cardstock, Daffodil Delight cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Ice Cream Parlor DSP (SAB), 2-1/2" Circle Punch, Ice Cream Parlor Buttons (SAB), Mini Glue Dots

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Baby Bug Card

I used the Clean and Simple Stamping sketch FTL126 as inspiration for this card that I'll send with a baby gift. I wanted a bold image to go with the bright designer paper. It's not really a typical baby card, but I kind of like it! On the inside, I wrote something about the baby being a cute as a bug.

Supplies: Bugs & Kisses, So Happy For You (SAB), Pacific Point ink & cardstock, Old Olive ink & cardstock, Melon Mambo ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Ice Cream Parlor DSP (SAB), 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 2-1/2" Circle Punch

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Peek-A-Boo Window Card

I love this clean and simple layout with four squares and you probably recognize it from cards I've posted in the past. This time, I took it one step forward and punched a hole for some of the squares and put the designer paper (or in this case, stamped image) on the inside of the card to show through.

I've used three different Sale-a-bration products on this card: Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon & Buttons, Ice Cream Parlor Designer Series Paper, and Sweet Summer stamp set. There's still plenty of time to Sale-a-bration -- this promotion doesn't end until March 31. You can get a free gift for every $50 that you order and when you host a $300+ party. Click here for details.

Supplies: Sweet Summer, Pacific Point cardstock, Melon Mambo marker, Old Olive marker, Jet Black StazOn ink pad, Whisper White cardstock, Ice Cream Parlor Designer Paper, Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon & Buttons, 1-3/8" Square Punch, Mini Glue Dots

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Ice Cream Parlor 3x3 Notes

I'm trying to catch up on thank you notes and packages today, but my sick little ones and their shenanigans kept me from getting much done. To top it off, I think I'm catching their cold/bug. I should go to bed early....but before I do that, here's some quick 3x3 mini thank you cards I made up a few weeks ago. I love the coordinating Ice Cream Parlor Designer Paperand Quick Accents. It's one of the free gifts you can choose when you order $50 or more during Sale-a-bration. Click here for promotion details.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You (SAB), Pacific Point ink, Daffodil Delight cardstock, Ice Cream Parlor DSP & Quick Accents (SAB)

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"So Happy For You" Treat Box

Here's another project from my "So Happy For You" project sheet. You can get the project sheet free when you place an order with me in February. Click here to learn more about the "So Happy For You" Getting Started Bundle.

This is a basic 2-4-6 box, using just a half sheet of regular cardstock. Click here to see the instructions posted with another project. This box makes a great favor for a shower or party and it so easy to duplicate.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You (SAB), Real Red ink & cardstock, Basic Black ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Paper Cutter & Scoring Blade, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, 1/4" Whisper White Grosgrain Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals, Rectangle Hole Punch

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"So Happy For You" Birthday Wishes

One of my workshop hostesses earlier this month requested that I show some ideas using limited supplies. So I came up with a "Getting Started Bundle", designed especially for new stampers, that included a little bit of everything and then created projects using ONLY those supplies. It was a fun challenge and I'm so happy with the way these clean and simple designs turned out! Here's one of the cards:

The "So Happy For You" Getting Started Bundle includes:

• Getting Started Stampin’ Spots, #119979, $21.95
• Getting Started Assorted Cardstock, #120954, $6.95
• 1-3/8” Circle Punch, #119860, $15.95
• ¼” Whisper White Grosgrain Ribbon, #109025, $4.95
• Stampin’ Dimensionals, #104430, $3.95
• So Happy for You Stamp Set, #121853, FREE during Sale-a-bration
  

Subtotal = $53.95 + tax & s/h

I created a PDF that includes photos of all the projects and instructions to share with those workshop guests. But as a special gift, I am also sending it to all of my customers who place an order with me in February! Thank you for supporting my business!!

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Elegant Soiree Bliss Card & Video

I'm a busy mom. And as much as I love to stamp, I simply don't get as much time as I'd like to do it. That's one reason that my cards are usually very clean and simple. That's just my style. I try to extract beautiful elements and keep the design easy to duplicate. Here's a card using the "Bliss" Sale-a-bration stamp set from Stampin' Up! You can get it free with a $50 purchase. (Click here for promotion details.)

I actually made this card for a group swap. One of my favorite things about being a demonstrator is swapping cards at demonstrator meetings or Stampin' Up! events. We have so many talented stampers in our group. I love being able to swap ideas and get beautiful samples to inspire my customers -- and me! There's a great start-up special going on right now. If you'd like to join our group as a demonstrator, please contact me or click here for details.

"Bliss" is one of my favorite of the Sale-a-bration gifts this year. Check out this video from Stampin' Up! for a few more ideas using this stamp set.


I was inspired by the FTL122 sketch from Clean & Simple Stamping blog when I made this card.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Bliss, Soft Suede ink, Baja Breeze ink & cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, Crumb Cake cardstock, Elegant Soiree DSP, Scallop Edge Punch, 1/8" Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Rhinestone Jewel Accents

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"Snip & Tuck" Fun Fold Card & Tutorial

Bonnie Thurber demonstrated this "Fun Fold" technique on stage at the Stampin' Up! 2011 Leadership Conference. I've dubbed it the "Snip & Tuck" card and put together a tutorial so you can make one at home!

Click here to download the Snip & Tuck Card Tutorial

The first sample uses the Clearly For You stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog, but the card on the tutorial features the Bliss stamp set (one of the free gifts you can select during Sale-a-bration with a $50 order).

Supplies: Clearly for You, Bliss (SAB), Basic Black ink & cardstock, Rose Red marker/ink & cardstock, Crumb Cake ink & cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, First Edition DSP, Decorative Label Punch, Large Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, 1/8" Basic Black Taffeta Ribbon, Paper Piercing Tool, Paper Cutter (or Scissors), Stampin' Dimensionals

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Digital vs Hybrid Sale-a-bration Cards & Video

I'm still having fun playing around with my So Much to Sale-a-brate Digital Content CD from Stampin' Up! (Click here to see what else I've been making with My Digital Studio.) I designed this card and printed it using my home printer, then added some additional elements: the Ice Cream Parlor Quick Accents, Buttons, and coordinating ribbon. Here's the hybrid card:

I added the same elements on the digital design. This is how it looks:

Whether you're doing a full digital design or a hybrid project, there are so many options with the new So Much to Sale-a-brate CD! Check out this video from Stampin' Up! for even more ideas.

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Sweet Summer, Supersized

Here's another card I created with the Sweet Summer digital stamps available on the So Much to Sale-a-bration CD. I "supersized" the flower and printed it out to fit the width of the card. Then I colored it in with my Stampin' Write markers (Peach Parfait, So Saffron, and Pear Pizzazz) and added Dazzling Diamonds glitter with the 2-Way Glue Pen. It's so sparkly and pretty in real life.

And I have to do a close-up of the embellishment. I put a Rhinestone Jewel Accent in the middle of this Whisper White flower button from the Neutrals collection.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You (SAB), So Much to Sale-a-bration Digital Content CD (SAB), My Digital Studio, Peach Parfait marker, So Saffron marker & cardstock, Pear Pizzazz marker, Whisper White cardstock, Basic Black ink, Ice Cream Parlor DSP & Quick Accents (SAB), Neutrals Buttons, 2-Way Glue, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Rhinestone Jewel Accents, Mini Glue Dots

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Got Digi Stamps? Stampin' Up! Does!

Did you figure out how I made yesterday's Sweet Summer card without rubber stamps and ink? I used Digi Stamps! The Digital Stamps on the So Much to Sale-a-brate Digital Content CD (available as a free Sale-a-bration gift when you purchase $50+ in Stampin' Up! products) are designed to be used with My Digital Studio, but will also work with other design software.

So how did I make the card? I opened a Multiple Output canvas in My Digital Studio and "stamped" the image in Soft Suede. Then I printed it out on Whisper White cardstock and used it on my card just like I had stamped it with regular ink!

The beauty of Digital Stamps is that you can change the size of the image to fit your project. I love the images in the Sweet Summer Sale-a-bration stamp set, but they are kind of small. So I printed them a little larger and colored with my Stampin' Write markers to create this card:

If you like Digital Crafting, you should take a look at My Digital Studio. Even if you don't use the program itself, it includes over 2,000 elements -- $500 worth of digital content -- for only $79.99. And when you purchase My Digital Studio during Sale-a-bration, you'll qualify to get the So Much to Sale-a-brate Digital Content CD for FREE! Click here to view a flyer with more information about My Digital Studio. Or view it in my Online Store here.

In addition to the Digital Stamp Brush Sets available with the software, you'll find dozens of other Digi Stamps in my Online Store. Click here to see them all. In fact, Stampin' Up! is releasing new digital content almost every week! All Digital Content is available to purchase online and can be immediately downloaded!

Here's another sample where I printed the Digital Stamp from the So Much to Sale-a-bration Digital Content CD and then colored it in with markers and put it on my card like a regular stamped image. I incorporated some of the other Sale-a-bration gifts: the Ice Cream Parlor DSP & Quick Accents and the Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon & Button Pack, and the So Happy For You stamp set. I love how everything coordinates! Don't you just want it all!?

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Happy For You (SAB), Basic Black ink, Melon Mambo marker & cardstock, Daffodil Delight marker & cardstock, Old Olive marker & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, So Much to Sale-a-brate Digital Content CD (SAB), My Digital Studio, Ice Cream Parlor DSP & Quick Accents (SAB), Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon & Button Pack (SAB), 1-3/4" Circle Punch, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Mini Glue Dots

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Sweet Summer Sale-a-bration Card & Video

This 4-1/4" x 4-1/4" card caught my eye the first time I looked through the Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration 2011 brochure. I copied it completely from the brochure.

Check out this video from Stampin' Up! to see how this card comes together.

Want to know a secret?! I made this card without using stamps and ink! Huh!? Can you guess how? I'll fill you in on my secret tomorrow and show you two more cards that I made using the same technique!

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Sweet Bliss Card

We're not even a week in to Sale-a-bration and Stampin' Up! has reported that Punch Bunch has been the most ordered Sale-a-bration gift. Which one is your favorite?

While I love that Punch Bunch coordinates with so many punches, but my favorite set is "Bliss". Here's a card I made last month. I'm still not sure I like it. I played around with it and let it sit for awhile and then played some more. Something still seems off balance to me. I'd love to hear any suggestions you have and maybe I'll play around some more and give this card a makeover.

Supplies: Bliss, Early Espresso ink & cardstock, Baja Breeze ink & cardstock, Pear Pizzazz ink, Springtime Vintage DSP, Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding Ribbon, Rhinestone Jewel Accents, 3/4" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration Bliss Thank You Card

Woot! It's time to Sale-a-brate!! I love this time of year. You get free stuff just for placing orders (one for every $50 that your purchase) and with over 70 gifts to select from, you can't go wrong! The hardest part is deciding which one to get first! Not to worry, there's two more months of Sale-a-bration. Order now AND order later!

[And don't forget, when you order through my Online Store before January 31, you'll get a free 2011 Desk Calendar designed with Stampin' Up!'s My Digital Studio. Click here to learn more about this special.]

One of my favorite Sale-a-bration gifts this year is the Bliss stamp set. Here's a card I did for our group shoebox swap earlier this month. We also made it in Stamp Club last week. I love getting extra mileage out of my projects!

Stamping Up! Supplies: Bliss (SAB 2011), Teeny Tiny Wishes, Basic Black ink & cardstock, Cajun Craze ink & Cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, Crumb Cake ink & cardstock, First Edition DSP, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Clear Rhinestone Jewel Accents, Stampin' Dimensionals

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