Can I get a big "like" for Pop-Up Box Cards?? Usually I'm all about clean and simple, but these little box cards just make me happy! In March I shared a Video Tutorial on making these little favorites, so be sure to check it out if you haven't seen one in action.
(Or click the photo strip to the right to see a great pin-able graphic
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Envelope Punch Board: Card Box Tutorial
Here's another tutorial for one of my March Stamps in the Mail Club projects. Did you see my Pop-Up Box Card tutorial last week? Just like that project, this one uses elements from the Happenings Simply Created Card Kit (133329) and elements from my March Stamps in the Mail Club card kit, including the Says It All stamp set
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Pop-Up Box Card: Make It Simple – a Video Tutorial
I've been seeing these Pop-Up Box cards around for the last couple of months. But honestly, the first time I looked at one, I thought, "No way." I figured they were way too complicated for my tastes. I'm a fan of simple stamping. But then I finally saw one created in person at our demonstrator Stamp & Share event last month, and I
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Elements of the Perfect Stamp Set: Regarding Dahlias
Okay. You're on a deserted desert island, and you can only have one stamp set (plus embellishments, ink and card stock). What's the stamp set you'd pick? Leave a comment to let us know!
Here's my pick -- it's the Regarding Dahlias stamp set (130327). Why is it perfect? Here are my 5 top reasons:
5. It's gotta have a "thank you"
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Cheers! Sleek & Simple Christmas Idea
Okay -- what's on trend right now? Let's see... glitter (check!)... ruffles (check!)... chevrons (check!)... shine (check!)... yup, I guess they're all here! This card was voted the most popular at my last Christmas Card Stamp A Stack. And more good news, they're simple to do at home!
Here's what you need:
Cheers Single Stamp
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Sketched Birthday – Chevron Folder Technique
Attention! Fun birthday stamp set alert!! I'm loving the Sketched Birthdays stamp set (130426) and the Birthday Basics Designer Paper! (130145)
The cupcake scallop circle image from this set is a perfect match for the 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch (119854).
And do you love the Chevron Embossing Folder (127749) on this card? Instead of
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Founder’s Circle 2013: Today’s the day!
Can I get a big WAHOO!!? I'm so excited!! Yesterday I arrived in St. George, Utah a day early for the 2013 Stampin' Up! Founder's Circle Trip.
It's always a fabulous chance to gather with friends from years past and meet new friends, too.
I'm almost finished with my swap cards. Maybe I should get a move on that, eh? I just need to add
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Too Kind Banner Card: SITM Video Tutorial & Tips
I {heart} two-step stamp sets! The Too Kind stamp set (see it online - 130450) is my favorite kind of 2-step stamp set, too: it's the kind where it doesn't really matter if you line the images up perfectly or not. I'm all for simple stamping.
Want to make this card? It's easy! Just subscribe this month to my Stamps in the Mail Club
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Stamps in the Mail Club: “Try It” Month with Too Kind
Have you been thinking about joining my Stamps in the Mail Club? Trying to decide if it's a good fit for you? Well I have GREAT news for you!! I have a special one-month-only offer for you -- for August only, you can sign up for a single month of Stamps in the Mail Club.
It's a "Stamps in the Mail Club Try-It" month!
You'll receive the
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Chalk Talk Framelits: Something Special
Did you catch my Video Tutorial about the new Chalk Talk Framelits and the new Magnetic Platform for the Big Shot? Be sure to check it out for tips and to see the new platform in action!
Here's another fun sample with the Chalk Talk stamp set and Framelits Bundle (see it online – 132730). This stamp is a perfect one for highlighting a
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Polished Stone Technique Tutorial: Shimmery White
If you're a die-hard stamper, then you probably know the Polished Stone Technique already. I have good news for you! Shimmery White Card Stock works perfectly for Polished Stone. I love the way the shimmer comes up through the ink to make the marble look glimmery...pretending for a moment that 'glimmery' is actually a word.
And if
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New Ruffle Stretch Trim: So Sweet for Summer
Sometimes there's a fun embellishment that never makes it way off my stamping table -- it just sits here by my side because I use it just about every time I stamp. Right now, it's the new In Color Ruffle Stretch Trim (see it online with the In Colors).
Okay, truth be told, my stamping table is a mess, so there are quite a few things
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