TSSC 338 - Newborn King Gift Box

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. As soon as I saw this week's sketch, the square shape made me think of a gift box. This is the first time I tried out my new Gift Box Punch Board. I like it!

 

Supplies:

Stamps: The Newborn King

Cardstock: Early Espresso, Night of Navy, and Whisper White

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Neutrals Paper Stack (Retired)

Ink: StazOn Black, asst. Stampin' Write Markers for coloring

Big Shot: Lucky Stars Embossing Folder, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Circles Framelits

Ribbon: Early Espresso Scalloped Tulle Ribbon (on Clearance Rack)

Tools: Gift Box Punch Board

 

Here's this week's sketch. As you can see, I moved my ribbon and bow so that the ribbon went around the box w/the bow (or in my case, more of a knot w/tails) on top.

 

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

 

TSSC 337 - The Newborn King

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, The Newborn King.

 

 Supplies:

Stamps: The Newborn King

Cardstock:Night of Navy, Pistachio Pudding, Soft Suede, Wild Wasabi, and Whisper White

Ink: StazOn Black, asst. colors for water coloring

Big Shot: Circles Framelits

Tools: Aqua Painter

 

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you.

 You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Gentle Peace

The Reason for the Season!

Stampin' Up! has introduced a beautiful new Christmas stamp set - Gentle Peace.

These pictures are from the Stampin' Up! blog. The set works beautifully with Blendabilities, but you could color it in more traditional ways, too. Or use it as line art, as on the blue card. This would also be a perfect stamp for the stained glass technique using vellum.

Gentle Peace (139523) is a photopolymer set with 4 stamps. Recommended clear block sizes are A, F, & H (not included in the set).

TSSC 336 - My Digital Studio Card

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. I made it in My Digital Studio (MDS).

 

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

You can see the rest of the design team samples and link your own entry at the  TSSC site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online (hostess code 3HS7NWDP) or contact me about a group order.

TSSC 335 - Well Worded

Stamp, Stock and Save sale and Weekly Deals end today! Don't miss out on these great savings! Contact me by 7:00pm to be part of the group order or order online (hostess code 3HS7NWDP).

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, Well Worded.

Supplies:

Stamps: Well Worded

Cardstock: Real Red,Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Flashback

Ink: Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Smoky Slate

Accessories: Real Red 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (retired), Simply Pressed Clay

I have really been doing a lot of the Rock and Roll technique lately. It's thanks to that technique that the butterfly has its pretty two-toned look. I made the button myself using the Simply Pressed Clay and the Buttons and Blossoms Simply Pressed Molds. The clay is white, but it can be colored. I used my Smoky Slate Stampin' Write marker to make the button match one of the colors in the Designer Series Paper.

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you.

 

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Stamp, Stock and Save

Save on lots of basics! All regular Classic ink pads, color family packs of card stock, whisper white card stock, medium envelopes, Fast Fuse adhesive, select stamps, and more!

See all items and order online here (hostess code 3HS7NWDP) or contact me about a group order. Ends October 6!

While you're at the Stampin' Up! site, be sure to check out the Weekly Deals and Clearance items for even more savings.

 All Classic ink pads - $5.06

TSSC 334 - By The Tide Lobster

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, By The Tide

Supplies:

Stamps: By The Tide

Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Pacific Point, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Brights Patterns Paper Stack

Ink: Memento Black, Cherry Cobbler Blendabilities

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

You can see the rest of the design team samples and link your own entry at the  TSSC site.

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online (hostess code P4CJEWXQ) or contact me about a group order.

TSSC 333 - Traveler

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, Traveler.

Supplies:

Stamps: Traveler

Cardstock: Basic Gray, Smoky Slate, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Flashback

Ink: Basic Gray, Pool Party

Big Shot: Argyle Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

You can see the rest of the design team samples and link your own entry at the  TSSC site.

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online (hostess code MUQB7Y26) or contact me about a group order.

TSSC 332 - For All Things

Ever have one of those days where you think you're ahead of the game and you're actually way behind? Went to upload my Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge design team sample and it turns out it was next week's sketch! So, I hustled upstairs and put a card together using the right sketch.

Supplies:

Stamps: For All Things, sentiment from unknown set (could use Teeny Tiny Wishes, but it's a little smaller)

Cardstock: Basic Black,Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Flashback

Ink: Real Red, Daffodil Delight

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you.

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Fall Fest Pumpkins

Here's a quick card I made with the pumpkins from Fall Fest. The sentiment is from For All Things.

Hope you've been having a great week! Thanks for stopping by my blog today.

TSSC 331 - For All Things

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, For All Things.

Supplies:

Stamps: For All Things

Cardstock: Tangelo Twist, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Confetti

Ink: Basic Gray, Crushed Curry, Tangelo Twist, Pistachio Pudding

Punch: Project Life Corner Rounder

Here's how I did the color on the leaves: I started by doing the rock and roll technique. I inked the leaf stamp with Crushed Curry and then rolled it on the Tangelo Twist ink pad. The line between colors was too distinct, so I tapped the stamp again on my Crushed Curry pad to soften it.

Here's this week's sketch. As you can see, I rotated the sketch for my card.

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online or contact me about a group order.

Project Life® by Stampin’ Up! Love Story Card Collection

Today is my 23rd wedding anniversary. I could not have asked for a better partner with whom to share my life!

This video seemed appropriate for the day. Hope you enjoy it!

TSSC 330 - Tap, Tap, Tap

Happy Labor Day! I'd like to say I planned it, but it's just a coincidence that I used the cute set Tap, Tap, Tap for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It seems appropriate, though, since some of us remember actually using a typewriter at work.

One thing I remember about typewriters is that the letters didn't always come out the same crispness and darkness. That's why I used my old Basic Black ink pad. It's been well used and needs replaced, but I keep it around for projects like this. I think it gives authenticity.

 

Also, did you notice I punched the word "hi" out of the Designer Series Paper at the bottom? I liked that I was able to match it to the word in the typewriter.

Supplies:

Stamps: Tap, Tap, Tap

Cardstock: Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Just Add Cake (retired)

Ink: Basic Black

Punch: Decorative Label

Big Shot: Banner Framelits

 

 Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

 

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

How many of you remember using typewriters? You can admit it without giving away your age since they hung around into the computer era for things like addressing envelopes and filling out forms. Leave a comment and let me know.

The Basics (Big Shot)

Free framelits and stamp bundle with purchase of Big Shot. Ends today, 8/31!! Already have a Big Shot? Get the limited time bundles and save money (over purchasing separately). Plus free shipping on bundles and Big Shots!

Place your order online or contact me to place it for you. Hostess code for online orders is MUQB7Y26.

Check out this video to see how versatile and easy to use the Big Shot is:

If you don't have a Big Shot yet, what are you waiting for? Today is the day! You can get a FREE BUNDLE (bundle price up to half the cost of the Big Shot). Plus, order through me or use the hostess code online and get FREE SHIPPING on your Big Shot or any of the special bundles! Today (8/31) only!

Weekly Deals - August 26

New Weekly Deals have been announced! See them here.

I am placing an order Thursday (8/28) so people can get these Weekly Deals and items from the 2014 Holiday Catalog, which goes live that day. If you'd like to order anything as part of this group order, let me know.

If you shop online, please use hostess code KS9R42T2. This is how I get the freebies to share with those of you who use the code. If your order is over $150, don't use the code so you can get hostess benefits for yourself.

Weekly Deals

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals!

	Marina Mist 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Item # 130016 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.50 CAN Discounted Price: $8.95 US/$9.38 CAN
	Clips Essentials Hardware Item # 129964 Regular Price: $5.95 US/$7.95 CAN Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.96 CAN
	Chocolate Chip 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Item # 130014 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.50 CAN Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.38 CAN
	Circles Collection Framelits Die Item # 130911 Regular Price: $26.95 US/$32.95 CAN Discounted Price: $20.21 US/$24.71 CAN
	Blossom Punch Item # 125603 Regular Price: $16.95 US/$22.95 CAN Discounted Price: $12.71 US/$17.21 CAN
	Vintage Faceted Buttons Item # 127555 Regular Price: $5.95 US/$7.95 CAN Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.96 CAN
	Playful Polka Dots Digital Kit - Digital Download Item # 126027 Regular Price: $9.95 US/$10.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.97 US/$6.57 CAN

TSSC 329 - Bright and Beautiful

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, Bright and Beautiful, and the Stars Framelits, both of which are available for FREE this month. Yes, FREE!! Select one of 5 bundles for free with purchase of a Big Shot. Already have a Big Shot? Save 15% on any of these special bundles through August 31.

Stampers at tomorrow night's class will make this card, along with two others.

 

Bright and Beautiful is in the 2014 Holiday Catalog. Even though that catalog doesn't go live until 8/28, you can already get it in a bundle with the Stars Framelits, as mentioned above (only through 8/31).

 

Supplies:

Stamps: Bright and Beautiful

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Whisper White

Ink: Night of Navy, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie

Big Shot: Stars Framelits, Lucky Stars Embossing Folder

 

 Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online or contact me about a group order. Current hostess code is: KS9R42T2.

Live Well, Laugh Hard, Love Big

This stamp - Live Well, Laugh Hard, Love Big - is the main reason I bought the set, Oh My Goodies. It's a great set and I like all the stamps, but this one is my favorite.

This set coordinates with the Deco Labels Framelits. And even better - you can get the stamps and framelits for FREE this month! Yes, free!! Buy a Big Shot and this is one of the bundles that you can select for free. Already have a Big Shot? During August, these bundles are available at a 15% savings. After August, the stamps and framelits will still be available, but not as a bundle. So why not get them now and save?

You can see all of the available bundles here. No limit! Hostess code is KS9R42T2.

Weekly Deals - August 19

New Weekly Deals have been announced! See them here.

I am placing an order tonight if you'd like to order anything as part of a group order. This can be anything - Weekly Deals, Clearance, or whatever else you want. I will do another one Sunday, if it's needed, but if you know what you want, go ahead and let me know so we can hit the minimum shipping amount.

If you shop online, please use hostess code KS9R42T2. This is how I get the freebies to share with those of you who use the code. If your order is over $150, don't use the code so you can get hostess benefits for yourself.

Weekly Deals

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals!

	Squares Collection Framelits Die Item # 130921 Regular Price: $26.95 US/$32.95 CAN Discounted Price: $20.21 US/$24.71 CAN
	Finishing Touches Edgelits Die Item # 127010 Regular Price: $9.95 US/$11.95 CAN Discounted Price: $7.46 US/$8.96 CAN
	Vanilla Coaster Board Item # 129392 Regular Price: $5.95 US/$6.95 CAN Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.21 CAN
	Twine Baker'S Early Espresso Item # 123124 Regular Price: $2.95 US/$3.95 CAN Discounted Price: $2.21 US/$2.96 CAN
	Elegant Butterfly Punch Item # 127526 Regular Price: $15.95 US/$21.95 CAN Discounted Price: $11.96 US/$16.46 CAN
	Honeycomb Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 129378 Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN
	Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details Item # 127845 Regular Price: $2.50 US/$3.25 CAN Discounted Price: $1.88 US/$2.44 CAN
	Travel Journal Digital Kit - Digital Download Item # 121071 Regular Price: $9.95 US/$10.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.97 US/$6.57 CAN

TSSC 328 - Fall Fest

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. I used new stamps that I was able to get on a pre-order from the upcoming Holiday Catalog. Being able to get new goodies early is one of the perks of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I'd love to talk to you about joining my team, or you can look here for more details.

 

Supplies:

Stamps: Fall Fest, For All Things

Cardstock: Always Artichoke, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper (DSP): Brights Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink: Always Artichoke, Pumpkin Pie

Big Shot: Decorative Dots Embossing Folder

Here's this week's sketch. Use it to inspire you!

You can link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along this week!

Check back tomorrow for the new Weekly Deals! There's still time to get this week's specials. Order Online (hostess code KS9R42T2) or contact me about a group order.

August Paper Pumpkin

This month's Paper Pumpkin is so awesome! I love the stamps! I love the cards! I love the envelopes! Can't beat that!!

Here's a shot of the front of the Instruction Sheet so you can see all of the projects. Four big cards, four small cards, and eight fun envelopes:

 Here's the package straight out of the box before I opened anything:

 I made one of each project. As you can tell from the photo above, there are some variations available. What's really cool is that because Stampin' Up! wanted us to be able to make the type of cards we want, there are lots of extra pieces. So what the means for me (and probably most of us) is that with a few extra supplies, I'm going to have several more cards. Bonus!

 Here's a back side and front side view of the envelopes. The big cards are sized to fit our medium envelopes, so I may substitute those and use the large envelopes to make little treat bags. Wouldn't that be cute?

For this first batch, I tried to make the projects per the instructions. However, I did stamp some coordinating Always Artichoke dots on the front of the big envelope. The green ink was not included in the kit. If you don't own Always Artichoke ink, you could do tone on tone with the Hello Honey. Or, you could leave it blank like in the instructions.

 Here's the big card that I made. The back is striped, too. The inside is white.

 Here's a close up of the small card. This is a great size for attaching to a present or slipping in a gift bag.

Aren't these cards and envelopes great? If you didn't get one, I have two available for the first two who ask.