Cucumber Congrats

I got the idea for this card from Mitosu Crafts and just had to have a go at making it - I changed the colours though.  Then I discovered that it does not fit into a standard size envelope!!  Bother!!

I really enjoy learning new ways to use Stampin' Up products.

The back

Ready for posting - hhmmm - just need to find that right sized envelope.

tams# 12461

Product List

Cucumber Crush A4 Cardstock

[138342]

$17.00

Whisper White A4 Card Stock

[106549]

$19.25

Silver Glimmer Paper

[135314]

$10.75

2015-2017 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack

[138432]

$46.75

Small Heart Punch

[117193]

$11.95

Window Box Thinlits Dies

[142762]

$76.00

Sunshine Wishes Thinlits Dies

[141489]

$54.00

Big Shot

[143263]

$190.00

Big Shot Magnetic Platform

[130658]

$84.00

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

[110755]

$8.50

No Shame In Copying

Copying another person’s work is a no-no in many areas of life. But in the world of papercrafting, we say go for it! There’s no reason to come up with a creative idea or project from scratch when there are millions for you to look to. We call it CASEing: Copy And Share Everything!

Here are a few guidelines:

Start with Stampin’ Up!—find ideas in these weekly emails, quarterly Stampin' Success issues and in every catalogue. If you copy a project from another crafter, give them credit by name whether you’re posting their name online or saying it verbally at an event. When you create original projects that you post online, consider adding a watermark that gives your name and website so people know where it came from. And if you share other peoples’ project images, make sure to keep their watermark intact. Don’t forget the Share part of CASEing and share your ideas freely. Take it as a compliment if someone is inspired by your idea!

We decided to do a little CASEing of our own using Sale-A-Bration’s popular Avant Garden Stamp Set. We found three projects on Pinterest to copy, and switched a few things up to give them a different twist. Click the links below to see these demonstrators’ original ideas!

Wreath Card Ann Melvin, silver, United Kingdom

Flower Card Rachel Brumley, silver elite, United States

Palm Tree Card Amanda Bates, silver elite, United Kingdom

Inside the Lines

Many Ways to Colour Colouring books for adults are everywhere. They bring out the kid—and the Zen—in all of us! Now you can jump on the trend with Sale-A-Bration’s Inside the Lines Designer Series Paper which is free with a purchase of $110.00.  Just remember that Sale-A-Bration finishes at the end of March. 1. Colour Therapy Use markers for detailed colouring like we did on this gorgeous box. Just cut the paper out with a die, colour, relax and then assemble. 2. Outside the Lines Use sponge daubers on the paper for a quick and easy but awesome effect. 3. Leave It Alone Don’t forget that the paper has a cool black-and-white look from the start. Use it as a background and add a vibrant element front and center like we did with our fairy. Whether you like the colour therapy or the quick and easy, you’ll love playing with this paper! CLICK HERE to watch

Sale-A-Bration Product of the Week

Make a Medallion

There are so many different ways to use the images in the Make a Medallion Stamp Set—whether you layer them together or feature them individually. We’ve created a video for you that shows lots of ways to use this artistic, versatile set. You can get this set for FREE with a qualifying purchase during Sale-A-Bration! Click Here to watch Birthday Cards with Shannon  I loved this Stampin’ Up! video!  It’s loaded with ideas for birthday cards using products from the Occasions Catalogue.  Amazing how just a change in color creates a whole new look! Click Here to watch

tams# 12106

Product List

#IMBRINGINGBIRTHDAYSBACK Single Wood-Mount Stamp

[143573]

$25.00

Cool Treats Photopolymer Bundle

[145181]

$99.75

Cool Treats Photopolymer Stamp Set

[142982]

$57.00

Frozen Treats Framelits Dies

[142756]

$54.00

Peekaboo Peach Ombre Stampin' Pad

[142805]

$19.25

Sprinkles Embellishments

[142741]

$12.00

Tasty Treats Specialty Designer Series Paper

[142770]

$27.75

Tasty Treats A4 Cardstock Pack

[142772]

$17.00

Tasty Treats Designer Washi Tape

[142773]

$17.00

Balloon Adventures Photopolymer Bundle

[144708]

$109.75

Balloon Adventures Photopolymer Stamp Set

[142823]

$55.00

Balloon Pop-Up Thinlits Dies

[142753]

$67.00

Party Animal Designer Series Paper

[142738]

$23.50

Party Animal A4 Cardstock Pack

[142740]

$17.00

Party Animal Designer Washi Tape

[142743]

$17.00

Party Animal Embellishments

[142775]

$14.50

Ribbon Taffeta 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Emerald Envy

[142742]

$12.00

Glimmer Paper Assortment Pack

This assortment of Glimmer Paper is FREE, with a $110 order, during Sale-a-bration!  Or choose a different Sale-a-bration item for free if you prefer.

Click Here to Watch

First Time Use of Photopolymer Stamps

If you love using photopolymer stamps, this tip will be helpful in preparing your stamps before first use.  The ease and convenience of using these photopolymer stamps in your paper crafting and card making is great.  
Let's take a look at the tip video from Lisa Solis Brown.


If you've ever used photopolymer stamps, brand spankin' new out of the box, you may have possibly noticed an uneven image when stamping.  I've found that if I do the VersaMark trick as seen in the video, I seldom have this problem.  Do I forget sometimes? You bet I do!  I will just clean my stamp and go through the process of inking in VersaMark before giving it another try.
It's a fact that your photopolymer stamps will most likely get stained from your inks.  It's ok.  Just clean after each use and it will be good and ready to go for the next time.  Want to minimize that staining?  Try the VersaMark trick first.  While it doesn't prevent all staining, I've found that it does indeed minimize it.
Here's another tip for anytime you are using photopolymer stamps.  Use a Stampin' Pierce Mat as a cushion.  It will give you even pressure and ink coverage and also protect your work surface.

Retirement!!

It's almost that time of year again!!!  Retirement!

If you are familiar with the Stampin' Up! In Colors, you know that we have a set of 5 colors that only last for 2 years, then they retire and are replaced with 5 new colors.  So, you may be wondering about the 5 retiring colors.

Question:   why are you talking about them now?
Answer: NOW is the time to stock up on a reinker for your ink pad, on cardstock, designer paper, and on the ribbon or embellishments you enjoy in these colors BEFORE they are sold out, AND while you can enjoy FREE Sale-a-Bration gifts on your purchases!!  

Don't delay.. if you wait too long to order your retiring In Color supplies, you'll end up paying BIG prices on ebay when Stampin' Up! supplies are exhausted... trust me... I know this. :)

5 Retiring In Colors

Cucumber Crush

Delightful Dijon

Mint Macaron

Tip Top Taupe

Watermelon Wonder