SSINK HEARTS Blog Hop

Thanks for joining us on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop.  Love is in the air and this month, we are featuring projects made with Hearts.

As you hop along, please be sure to comment and show some love on every blog! We are always excited to hear from our followers! You should have just left stop number 7 on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop ~ Cynthia at Ink-A-Doodle Creations. If so, you are in the right spot.  If a link doesn't work or you get off track, you will find the full blog hop lineup below.

 

 I wanted to create a very soft, romantic card for Valentine's Day.  I started with Shimmery White card stock and die cut 3 rows of hearts with the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits.  I added a small amount of color to the bottom 2 rows with an aquapainter and Pink Pirouette ink refills.

 Next, I stamped "Love" from the So You stamp set in Pink Pirouette.  I layered a second piece of Shimmery White card stock behind the die cut piece, before placing it on a Pink Pirouette card base.

The focal point was created with strips of Silver Foil, a die-cut arrow, punched hearts, and some white baker's twine that was separated into individual strands.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Click the NEXT button to view all of Shellie's awesome projects!

Blog Hop Participant List:

1. Jennifer C. at Happy 2 Scrap 4 Life
2. Jennifer G. at Jenny G Paper Crafts
3. Laura at Crafty Chicks Creating
4. Diana at Stampin Fun with Diana
5. Kathy at Katrina P's Creative Corner
6. Darcy at Dj's Stampin Place
7. Cynthia at Ink-A-Doodle Creations
8. Melissa at Stamp Doc
9. Shellie at Craft Smashup
10. Breelin at Craft-Somnia Momma
11. Heidi at Stuck on Stampin'
12. Kim at Stamping with Kim
13. Tonya at Stampin' with Tonya

Monday Montage 37

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop!  Every other Monday, my friends and I share inspiring projects.  Be sure to visit all 10 stops.....you don't want to miss anything!

 I've been seeing some gorgeous watercolor cards on Pinterest lately.  At leadership, they talked about using Shimmery White card stock for watercoloring and I could not wait to get home to try some new techniques.

For this card, I applied drops of reinker with an aquapainter to the center of the card.  The colors I used were Melon Mambo, Real Red, Daffodil Delight, and Pumpkin Pie.  Next, I spritzed the entire front of the card with water to get the colors to run.

Once the card stock was dry, I die cut the butterfly with the Big Shot from the center of the watercolored area.  I die-cut a second butterfly from coaster board, layered the butterflies together and popped it up with dimensionals.

 It's really fun mixing these colors and it was difficult to stop at just one.  You'll definitely want to check back later for more watercolor cards.  

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to click the NEXT button to see what Wendy has in store for you OR you can go BACK to view Kaitlyn's marvelous creations.

 

 Happy Stampin'

    

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Product List

Butterfly Basics Photopolymer Bundle [138865] $41.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $5.95	Aqua Painters [103954] $16.95	Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [115662] $2.95
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [119672] $2.95	Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [105229] $2.95	Real Red Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [103287] $2.95	Shimmery White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101910] $7.95
Vanilla Coaster Board [129392] $5.95

SSINK Occasions Catalog Blog Hop

Thanks for joining us on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop.  This month, we are featuring projects made with items from the Occasions Catalog.  I LOVE this catalog and I can't wait to see what everyone has created.

As you hop along, please be sure to comment and show some love on every blog! We are always excited to hear from our followers! You should have just left stop number 8 on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop -Darcy at Dj's Stampin Place . If so, you are in the right spot.  If a link doesn't work or you get off track, you will find the full blog hop lineup below.

Two years ago, I posted a tutorial on how to make a Double Easel Valentine's Day card.  It remains one of my most-PINNED posts.  I decided it was time to give it an update with new products.  The picture above shows what the card looks like when it is closed.  When you open it, you get the WOW!

 I used the Stacked with Love Designer Series Paper Stack, the You Plus Me stamp set, and the new Chalkboard paper.  You'll find the complete list of supplies at the end of this post.

Click the NEXT button to view all of Carrie's awesome projects!

Blog Hop Participant List:

1. Cynthia at Ink-A-Doodle Creations
2. Donna at Organized Chaos
3. Jennifer C. at Happy 2 Scrap 4 Life
4. Kathy at Katrina P's Creative Corner
5. Jennifer G. at Jenny G Paper Crafts
6. Diana at Stampin Fun with Diana
7. Kim at Stamping with Kim
8. Heidi at Stuck on Stampin'
9. Darcy at Dj's Stampin Place
10. Melissa at Stamp Doc
11. Carrie at Carrie Stamps

 

 

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Product List

You Plus Me Clear Stamp Set [138594] $18.95	Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad [101731] $7.50	White Stampin' Emboss Powder [109132] $4.95	Heat Tool [129053] $29.95	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045] $6.95
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Chalkboard Paper [137786] $7.95	Stacked With Love Designer Series Paper Stack [137779] $6.95	Tea Lace Paper Doilies [129399] $2.95	Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper [135315] $4.95
Sweet Dreams Designer Buttons [137857] $5.95	Twine Baker's Whisper White [124262] $2.95	Hearts Collection Framelits Die [125599] $26.95	Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies [137547] $39.95	Label Card Thinlits Die [133479] $32.95

Monday Montage 34

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop!  There are 10 stops and you don't want to miss any of them.

I've been doing a lot of holiday crafting, but most of it hasn't involved paper.  My Silhouette Cameo has been dusted off and I've been trying out some new things.  The great thing is that I've been able to use some of the downloads from My Digital Studio in a different way.

I created this cookie plate with the Waiting for Santa digital download.  It was so quick & easy to make!  I found an inexpensive plate at Target, then added the vinyl design.

One of my favorite projects so far has been this shirt for my daughter.  The saying fits her perfectly (let's just say it's been a rough year at school). 

I could not believe how easy it was to do and I'll be sharing more about it in a future blog post.  If you want to stay updated, subscribe to my blog or LIKE my page on Facebook.  You can also get this download for FREE to create your own masterpiece.

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to click the NEXT button to see what Wendy has in store for you OR you can go BACK to view Kaitlyn's marvelous creations.

 

 Happy Stampin'

    

Monday Montage 33

It's the most wonderful time of the week.......Monday Montage time!  We've got some great projects to inspire you so be sure to stop by all 10 stops.

In Indiana, our first snow has already come and gone.  It's kind of early for it to snow in our area and we really didn't get enough of the white stuff to build a snowman.  But I've got a great little guy that you can create in minutes using the Gift Box Punch Board.

The head is a Medium Box (2.5" x 2.5") made with Whisper White cardstock.  The hat is a Small Box (1.75" x 1.75") made with Basic Black card stock.  I cut a circle with the Circle Framelits for the hat brim.  The eyes (and buttons) were punched with the 3/4" circle punch and the nose is the triangle punch cut in half.  I added accents to the eyes with the white gel pen and the mouth was drawn with the Journaling pens.

You can see how easy it is to create a gift box in the video below.

 In a recent class, we made a full snowman with 2 larger boxes for the lower body.  I added buttons to the middle section.  These would be perfect for gift giving.....load it with hot chocolate mix and candy canes OR a matching set of mittens and a hat.

MONDAY is THE DAY to get the Gift Box Punch Board for only $13.96 during our Online Extravaganza sale.   Contact your demonstrator to purchase it at this special price or visit my Online Store to get yours today!

But first, be sure to click NEXT to visit the Wonderful Wendy's blog or click BACK to visit Krafty Kaitlyn.

 Happy Stampin'

    

Monday Montage 32

 Thanks for joining us on Monday Montage Blog Hop!  Be sure to visit all 10 stops.  There are lots of goodies to see this week.

On Sunday, I hosted a Winter Stamp-a-Stack for my local customers.  Each guest made 8 cards, 2 each of the designs you see above.  Today, I'll share details about my favorite card.  You'll want to check back later in the week for more information about the other 3 cards.

I just LOVE the White Christmas stamp set!  Because it is a photopolymer set, you can see exactly where you are placing your stamps.  It made it very easy to position the deer in the perfect spot.

I used a White Craft pad and a sponge dauber to add the snow to the ground.  The Crumb Cake blendabilites were used to color the deer and the trees.  And finally, I used the white gel pen to add snow to the tree branches and randomly on the ground.

You can download the complete supply list at the end of this post.  But first, be sure to click NEXT to visit the Wonderful Wendy's blog or click BACK to visit Krafty Kaitlyn.

 Happy Stampin'

    

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Product List

White Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set [135767] $15.95	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $5.95	Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad [101731] $7.50	Crumb Cake 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [120953] $6.95
Uni-Ball Signo Gel Pen [105021] $3.95	Sponge Daubers [133773] $4.95	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Crumb Cake Assortment [131004] $11.95	Cherry Cobbler 3/4" Chevron Ribbon [130012] $8.95
Natural 5/8" Chevron Ribbon [132982] $6.95

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Monday Montage 30

It's Monday Montage time and we've got 10 great blogs for you to visit. We always look forward to sharing our latest creations with all of you. 

It is officially my favorite time of year.  I lived in Texas for most of my twenties and really missed Fall while I was there.  So this card is for anyone that is missing out on the pumpkins, mums, colorful leaves, and crisp autumn air.

 

You'll definitely want to check out the other 9 stops on the hop.  Click forward to see the amazing Wendy or back for our Artisan, Kaitlyn.

Happy Stampin'

 

Kaitlyn Zumbach

 

Wendy Weixler

 

Monday Montage 28

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop!  I've had a whirlwind of a weekend, so I had to whip up some quick cards for the blog hop.  I kept them very simple.....just one stamp set, Whisper White card stock, some Designer Series Paper, and a few new accessories from the Holiday catalog.  You can view the complete supply list at the end of this post.

For the cut-outs, I used the Seasonal Snapshot Project Life Digital Download and my Silhouette Cameo.  This download has so many great SVG images that will be perfect for Fall, Winter, & Holiday cards.

 I placed strips of washi tape on the bottom layer of the card and popped up the top layer with dimesnionals.  The greeting is from the Hostess Good Greetings stamp set.

For this card, I popped up the negative snowflakes over a snowflake-patterned paper.  The sequins and silver snowflake really make this card sparkle and shine.

You'll definitely want to check out the other 9 stops on the hop.  Click forward to see the amazing Wendy or back for our Artisan, Kaitlyn.

Happy Stampin'

 

Kaitlyn Zumbach

 

Wendy Weixler

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Product List

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock	Seasonal Snapshot Digital Project Life Cards - Digital Download	Good Greetings Clear-Mount Stamp Set	All Is Calm Specialty Designer Series Paper	Island Indigo Classic Stampin Ink Refill
Frosted Sequins	All Is Calm Snowflake Embellishment	Color Me Autumn Designer Series Paper	Color Me Autumn Designer Washi Tape	Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad
Gold Basic Metal Buttons	Linen Thread

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Monday Montage 27

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop! I'm just going to apologize now for not having a project from the Holiday catalog.  My daughter has requested a Memaid-theme for her 8th birthday and I'm in "under the sea" mode.  Yesterday, I spent 5 hours working on her invitations.....this isn't the invite.  I'll share it once the party is over.

 

I used this week's sketch from CAS(E) this sketch so that I wouldn't have to think too much.  There is a lot of white space, but I think it really makes the focal point pop even more.

For the background, I used the Night of Navy Blendabilities markers to simply color from darkest(bottom) to lightest(top).  I then stamped the coral image in White Craft ink over the background.

  A small component of Bella's birthday invitation is some glittery bubbles made with the new Dazzling Diamonds glimmer paper and Blendabilities.  This paper is AMAZING and the effects you can create are just WOW! 

I didn't really want to cut out the fish and seahorse, so I used my Silhouette Cameo to do all the hard work.  I've got a tutorial on how to do this here.

Be sure to check out all 10 stops on the hop!  I know my friends have some amazing projects to share this week.

 

Happy Stampin'

 

Kaitlyn Zumbach

 

Wendy Weixler

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Product List

By The Tide Clear-Mount Stamp Set	Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock	Basic Black 8-1/2X11 Card Stock	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad	Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper
1/4" Circle Handheld Punch	1/2 Inch Circle Punch	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Night Of Navy Assortment	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Old Olive Assortment	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Coastal Cabana Assortment
Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Calypso Coral Assortment	Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad

SUDSOL Blog Tour Stop #19

Today, I am featuring samples using the Tropical Party stamp set, Island Oasis Designer Series Paper, and the Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.  These are actually my workshop projects for the month of June.  In a workshop setting, I will demonstrate at least one project and provide my guests with 1-2 hands-on project(s).  Lately, I've been focusing on just a few items from the mini catalogs for all of the projects.  This shows my customers that they don't need to own everything in the catalog to create beautiful items and also shows them how versatile our stamps, ink, and paper can be.

This card is a great make & take project.  It showcases the stamping with markers technique and only takes a few minutes to put together.  You could use this card for just about any summer occasion---birthdays, a party invitation, thank you, etc.

The Tropical Party stamp set really reminds me of all the fabulous trips that I have taken to Tropical Destinations with my husband.  I think this stamp set is perfect for scrapbooking, too!

 

A great perk of being a Stampin' Up demonstrator is that you have the ability to earn wonderful incentive trips.  The first trip I earned was a cruise to the Mexican Riviera.  While we were in Puerto Vallarta, my husband and I found a tree named Ficus Benjamina.  Of course, I made him get his picture taken with it!

This scrapbook page is simple to demonstrate.  Stampin' Up offers many tools to create circles and this page utilizes punches and the circle cutter.  The circles form a scallop border around the photo mat, as well as a fabulous accent at the bottom of the page.  I also used the Flower Layers Originals die, but you could easily substitute the Island Floral die or any of our other Big Shot flower dies.

I have prepared a pdf file with measurements & basic instructions for both of these projects.  Feel free to use these projects in your upcoming workshops.

Download Tropical Projects 

If it weren't for SUDSOL, I probably would not have been a demonstrator for the past 8 years.  I count myself very lucky to have found this group several months after I signed up as a demonstrator.  My upline lives in another state and SUDSOL has really filled this void by providing me with creative ideas, class outlines, motivation, and an enormous amount of information that has helped me grow my business over the years.

If you are a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, you can receive a FREE 2-week trial membership to SUDSOL and check out everything it has to offer.  Just click the button below to get started.

 

While you are there, be sure to check out my SUDSOL gallery.  It even has samples dating back to 2004.  Yikes!!!

Happy Stampin'