Why, a Clean and Simple Sale-A-Bration card, of course! I created this card back before Christmas (because we get to pre-order new products as a demonstrator perk!) but I'm just getting around to sharing it. I'm on a Very Vanilla kick right now. I love the clean feel with just a little hint of color. Something about vanilla says
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Botanicals for You – Quick & Simple Note Cards
Sometimes simple is the way to go! This Botanicals For You stamp set is one of my favorites from the Sale-A-Bration catalog - and it's been so popular already.And if you've followed my blog for very long, you already know that I adore simple cards - often ones that use the Whisper White Note Cards and Envelopes (like this one). They're
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Lovely As A Tree – As Lovely As Ever!
Did you know that Lovely As A Tree is the OLDEST running stamp set in the current catalog? It debuted in 2001 - a full 15 years ago. And every time I pull it out, it STILL gets rave reviews. Lovely As A Tree is the equivalent of the favorite black sweater that you can still pull out of your closet years later...and get compliments
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Make Your Own Card Set – “Pick A Pattern” Ideas
Did you catch my post from last week with the "hi" card and the I Think You’re Great stamp set? Guess what? I have 3 MORE ideas to share based on that same simple design. With one simple card design, you can pretty much pick any stamp set and stamp away. These would make a terrific gift set to stamp and give to a friend or a BBQ host
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I Think You’re Great – Sweet & Simple
Sometimes sweet & simple is the best! The new I Think You're Great stamp set is perfect for fun cards like this one - and for adding a few techniques. If you've got your new catalog, be sure to check out the Kissing Technique on page 130. (I love it when the Stampin' Up! catalog includes technique ideas!)If you don't have your new
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Sweet & Simple: Thank You Notes That Rock
I had to share this fabulous card that came in the mail - from one of my fabulous LovenStampfuls Demonstrators, Sandi Wellnitz. Thanks for the gorgeous card, Sandi! I absolutely loved the way she took a simple stamped image, repeated it (groups of 3 are always good!) and created a perfect clean & simple thank you note.
Curious
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Clean & Simple Idea #207: Work of Art
Got a few minutes to create? You definitely need a Clean & Simple (CAS) card idea. Here's one that I love using the new Work of Art stamp set (134114) from the catalog that debuted this summer.
Here's what you need:
a package of Note Cards & Envelopes (131527)
In Color Ink Pads
Add a couple little embellishments of your
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Big Birthdays: How to fit 28 signatures on a card
Do you have occasions where a group of friends want to sign a card? Do you wish you had more space than the inside of a regular 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" card? Then this zig-zag style card is your perfect solution!
This is a quick & easy card (Clean & Simple) that just takes a little bit of scoring.
Zig Zag Card "How-To"
Cut card
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“Give ’em A Medal!” Back-to-School Thank You
Do you have kids or grandkids headed back to school at this time of the year? Then you're going to need some 'thank you' cards! And you probably already know... those teachers deserve a medal!
So here's a fun and simple thank you card with the Oh My Goodies stamp set (134090). Through the end of August, you can actually get this stamp
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Clean & Simple: Scallop Tag Topper Card
Sometimes it's a Clean & Simple card that will fit your occasion. Or your timeline for having the card complete! Okay. Maybe THIS card isn't completely CAS (clean & simple), but certainly the layout qualifies. This sweet layout card layout idea adapt to all kinds of occasions or themes.
The basic sketch is easy - just punch
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Happy Congratulations: Simple Tag Card
Featured supplies are available through my online store:
Happy Congratulations stamp set (133047)
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Instant Gift Idea: Nifty Trick for Envelopes
Need a way to package up some fun note cards? Here's a nifty way to use envelopes to make a Card Portfolio in a jiffy! These would make great holiday gifts -- just package up a few cards & envelopes. Teachers would LOVE to have a head start on their thank you notes for after Christmas!
Trying to decide on a stamp set? The
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