#TGIFC390: Fall Sketch

This week's challenge at TGIF Challenges is a sketch challenge.

 

I played along with the Fond of Autumn Bundle, and this card has all of the fall colors I love!

 

The large floral image in the Fond of Autumn stamp set is so fun to color! I used a combination of Cajun Craze, Pale Papaya, and Pumpkin Pie on the leaves, and So Saffron for the flowers. I stamped the large floral image, and then die cut with the large die that cuts the image into pieces. I also did a little more snipping to use just the pieces I wanted to fit around my focal point.

 

Don't you just love those embossed leaves?! The Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder is a hidden gem in the catalog!

 

Here is a full list of products used.

Stamps: Fond of Autumn

Ink: Memento Black, Early Espresso

Stampin' Blends Markers: Cajun Craze, Pale Papaya, Light Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede, So Saffron, SU100

Paper: Cajun Craze, Pale Papaya, So Saffron, Basic White

Embellishments: Leaf Label & Amber Gem Combo Pack

Tools: Leaf Fall 3D Embossing Folder, Penned Flowers Dies, Layering Circles Dies, Autumn Bouquet Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Multipurpose Liquid Glue

 

Happy Stamping!

Rachel  

Hopping by to Just Say Hi

I've been waiting to share today's card with you for a long time! In April, my team leader did a fun creative challenge with our team. Those who participated were split into teams, and each week she gave us different criteria for creating cards. We got points for each of the items we included, and sometimes there were extra challenges like this one - a slimline card. This was probably my favorite card that I created during the entire challenge. Take a look!

 

I used the Layering Circles Dies to cut out some "windows" for my kangaroos. I was inspired by Erica Cerwin, who did a peekaboo card like this, although hers was not a slimline card. 

 

Here is a full list of my supplies:

Stamps: Kangaroo & Company

Ink: Coastal Cabana, Memento Black, Stampin' Blends Markers: Cinnamon Cider, Petal Pink

Paper: Coastal Cabana, Basic White, Flirty Flamingo, Pattern Party Designer Series Paper

Embellishments: Snail Mail Twine Combo Pack

Tools: Versamark, White Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Tasteful Labels Dies, Kangaroo Dies, Layering Circles Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots

 

If you like this card and you'd like to receive a tutorial for it, be sure to join my email list. I'll be sending a tutorial for this card next Monday to my email subscribers!

 

Happy Stamping!

Rachel 

#GDP236: Timeless Tulips in Blackberry Bliss

If you follow my blog, you've probably figured out that I love a good challenge. Challenges are a fun place to start when coming up with the idea for a card. This week, I am playing along with the Global Design Project challenge - CASEing one of the designers. Here is her card:

I decided to use the Timeless Tulips stamp set just like she did, but I went with deep purple tulips and used Blackberry Bliss cardstock and ink.

I had Mossy Meadow out, and I thought that the rich green paired well with the dark purple. Crumb Cake is a good neutral when you want something other than white for your card base. And then I added a few additional details, inspired by Janneke's card - the vellum circle embossed with the Scripty Embossing Folder and a few Frosted Epoxy Droplets.

This card did require quite a bit of fussy cutting, but other than that, it's pretty simple! You could change up the colors for lots of fun combinations.

Stamps: Timeless Tulips
Ink: Blackberry Bliss, Mossy Meadow
Paper: Crumb Cake, Blackberry Bliss, Whisper White, Vellum
Embellishments: Frosted Epoxy Droplets, Linen Thread
Tools: Tulip Builder Punch, Layering Circles Dies, Scripty EF
Adhesives: SNAIL, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Multipurpose Glue

Happy Stamping!

Rachel 

Spirited Snowman Thank You

I don't like snow, but I do like snowmen, and the Spirited Snowmen stamp set was a must have for me! If it's on your wish list, you only have a few hours left to get it!

Sorry for the poor quality of this picture. It's been chilly and cloudy this week, and I've been sick with a cold, so I didn't venture outside like I usually do to take my photos. I couldn't let the last day of the Holiday Catalog go by without sharing this cutie, though!


Stamps: Spirited Snowman, Thoughtful Banners
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Poppy Parade
Paper: Poppy Parade, Whisper White, Toil and Trouble DSP
Accessories & Tools: Stitched Shapes Framelits, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, Classic Label Punch, Poppy Parade 1/2" Textured Weave Ribbon, Stapler, Stampin' Blends: Light Basic Black, Light Granny Apple Green, Dark Pumpkin Pie, Light Soft Suede, Dark Poppy Parade

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

You're Spooktacular!

Fall is here! Well, not really here in Arizona. But I hear in other places it has cooled off and the leaves are starting to change color. Before we know it, Halloween will be here, and I have a fun spooky treat to share with you today! A few weeks ago, I had a hostess who really loves Halloween, and I made this as a little gift to thank her for hosting a party.

Two Russell Stover's pumpkins fit perfectly in the Acetate Card Boxes. This is a fun and easy treat. If you'd like to see how I made it, you can watch today's Facebook Live.

Stamps: Trick or Tweet
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
Paper: Gorgeous Grape, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie
Accessories & Tools: Stampin' Blends - Light and Dark Smoky Slate, Light Basic Black, Dark Mango Melody, Dark Pumpkin Pie, Stampin' Write Marker - Gorgeous Grape, Black 5/8" Glittered Organdy Ribbon, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, Duet Banner Punch

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Back to School Teacher Treats

Today I'm sharing the treat I made for the teachers at my daughter's school to celebrate the beginning of the school year. School has started, but it's never too late to give a teacher a little thank you gift! (And if I'm being real, these did not get delivered the first day of school. Or even the first week. Having a baby in the house is severely side-tracking my timeline for getting things done!)

To make the boxes, I followed a tutorial from Erica Cerwin for making a box of any size. The tutorial begins about 26 minutes into the video. Want to see what's inside?

I also got this idea from Erica Cerwin. She makes the cutest 3D projects, and always has the best treats! If you are looking for an everyday treat that's not back to school specific, the regular Little Debbie cakes are the same size and will fit perfectly in this box.


Here are the measurements for my box:
The base is 7 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches. On the long side, score at 1 1/4 inches and 6 1/4 inches. On the short side, score at 1 1/4 inches and 3 1/2 inches.
The top is 6 1/2 inches by 3 3/4 inches. On the long side, score at 3/4 inches and 5 3/4 inches. On the short side, score at 3/4 inches and 3 inches. For directions on assembly, see the link above for Erica Cerwin's tutorial.


A few tips for putting the box together - definitely use a strong adhesive! I used some of my retired Fast Fuse Adhesive, but the lids still kept popping apart. I finally reinforced them with Scotch tape on the inside. Tear and Tape Adhesive would be another option. Which brings me to my next tip - Erica always makes the lids of her boxes just slightly bigger than the bottom of the box, and then it's not such a tight fit. I forgot to do that on mine, and I think that contributed to the adhesive not sticking as well.


I thought the sentiment from Treehouse Adventure was perfect for the start of school - Let the Adventure Begin! I used retired ribbon on these, but the 3/8" Mini Ruffled Ribbon would be perfect here too.

Stamps: Treehouse Adventure
Ink: Call Me Clover
Paper: Crumb Cake, Call Me Clover, Whisper White, Animal Expedition DSP
Accessories & Tools: Starburst Punch, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, 1/2" Finely Woven Ribbon (retired)

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Share What You Love Swap Card

Today's card features products from the Share What You Love suite, which is available for you to purchase in several different bundled options this month! These products will all be available on June 1 individually, but you will miss out on some freebies offered in the bundles. You can take a look in my online store so that you don't miss out!


I made this card for my team's swap, and I also included one in each of the catalog packets I sent out last week. They were quick and easy, but oh so pretty with the Share What You Love Specialty Paper!

Stamps: Love What You Do
Ink: Blackberry Bliss (available June 1)
Paper: Crumb Cake, Blackberry Bliss (available June 1), Whisper White, Share What You Love Specialty DSP
Accessories & Tools: Rich Razzleberry Velvet Ribbon, Pearls, Layering Circles Framelits, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Big Shot

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Bubbles & Fizz Panda Birthday Card

Welcome back! I spent last week doing lots of fun family things during spring break, including juicing oranges from our tree, hiking, and finding a nest full of duck eggs in our backyard!

 

I did have time for a little bit of crafting, so today I'm sharing the card I made for one of our nephew's birthdays. I used two Sale-a-bration items - the Party Pandas stamp set and the Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper.

The Sale-a-bration products are so fun this year; make sure you get yours before time runs out! Sale-a-bration ends on March 31, so there are only 11 days left!


Stamps: Party Pandas (SAB)
Ink: Basic Black; Lemon Lime Twist Stampin' Write Marker, Light Daffodil Delight Blends (only because I couldn't find my regular Daffodil Delight marker)
Paper: Basic Gray, Whisper White, Bubbles & Fizz DSP (SAB)
Accessories & Tools: Layering Circles Framelits, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Big Shot, Classic Label Punch, Tutti-Frutti Adhesive Backed Sequins, Hearts and Stars Elements

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

#TGIFC145: Magical Day

Happy Tuesday! If I'm being honest, Tuesday is usually the worst day of my week. I actually love Mondays and am so productive... I wish that would carry into my Tuesdays. Oh well, that's not why you're here, is it?


I am participating in the TGIF Challenge again this week, and this time it is a color challenge.

These colors are obviously girly, so I chose to use one of my favorite suites in the Occasions Catalog, the Myths & Magic Suite, and make a birthday card for one of my nieces.

It doesn't show well in the picture, but I used Wink of Stella on the unicorn to add a little sparkle. The pink background behind the unicorn was done using my light Pink Pirouette Stampin' Blend marker. And I couldn't stop without finishing the inside of the card.

The greeting is from the Perennial Birthday stamp set - a beautiful set that will stretch much farther than the kit it coordinates with!


I hope you enjoyed my card, and make sure to stop by and check out the other designs using these colors on the TGIF Challenges page.


Stamps: Magical Day, Perennial Birthday
Ink: Blushing Bride, Powder Pink, Sweet Sugarplum, Basic Black
Paper: Blushing Bride, Sweet Sugarplum, Whisper White
Accessories & Tools: Stitched Shapes Framelits, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, Triple Banner Punch, Wink of Stella, Light Pink Pirouette Stampin' Blend, Metallics Sequin Assortment, Glitter Enamel Shapes, Silver Metallic Thread

Happy Stamping!

Rachel 

Party Time with Pandas

It's the happiest time of the Stampin' Up! year - Sale-a-bration! Today's card features one of the stamp sets that you can get for FREE with a $50 purchase. It's called Party Pandas, and it's so much fun! I've been creating with it this past week, and you'll definitely be seeing more projects featuring this stamp set soon.

I paired the pandas with the Foil Frenzy Specialty DSP, because what party doesn't need a little shine? Speaking of parties, if you'd like to learn more about the new products in this year's Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalogs, make sure to join me for my online launch party this week. As a special bonus, all orders placed through January 12 using hostess code MUPJNDPX will receive a free handmade card for every $25 spent. Free, free, and more free! Shop and browse my online store here.


Stamps: Party Pandas
Ink: Basic Black, Stampin' Write Markers - Soft Sky, Berry Burst, Peekaboo Peach, Lemon Lime Twist
Paper: Foil Frenzy Specialty DSP, Lemon Lime Twist, Soft Sky, Whisper White, Naturally Eclectic DSP (banner and scalloped circle)
Accessories & Tools: Layering Circles Framelits, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Big Shot

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

#TGIFC130: Sweater Weather Scrapbook Page

This week, I will not be late in participating in this challenge! The challenge at TGIF Challenges this week is a theme - sweater weather. I've had this fall scrapbook page in my head for awhile, and of course I used all of my favorite fall products to create it!

What do you think? These pictures are from a visit to the pumpkin farm last fall. We're planning to go again this year, but it just won't be the same when it's still close to 90 degrees outside...


Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Daffodil Delight
Paper: Spooky Night DSP, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla, Basic Black, Old Olive, Watercolor Paper, Gold Foil
Accessories & Tools: Layering Ovals Framelits, Patterned Pumpkins Thinlits, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, Aquapainters, Burlap Ribbon, Gold Metallic Thread, Journaling Pens

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Painted Harvest Suite: All of My Favorite Things

Today's card includes all of my favorite things from the Holiday Catalog - the Painted Autumn Designer Series Paper, the Painted Harvest stamp set, and the Leaf Punch, plus a few extras from the Annual Catalog that I love too! The inspiration for this card came from a gift bag pictured in the Holiday Catalog. I love all of the project ideas in there!

Stamps: Painted Harvest
Ink: Early Espresso
Paper: Early Espresso, Soft Sky, Painted Autumn DSP, Very Vanilla, Vellum
Accessories & Tools: Leaf Punch, Touches of Nature Elements, Peekaboo Peach Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon, Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Birthday Memories Gift Bag

My oldest recently turned 5, and she'll be starting kindergarten this fall. I am definitely not ready for that yet! Along with school comes invitations to birthday parties. She's not even in school yet, and we are invited to one tomorrow evening. Thank goodness Stampin' Up! has the perfect suite of products for kids' birthdays - the Birthday Memories Suite.

I used a few of the products from this suite to create a cute gift bag and a matching card.

I love this piece of the Designer Series Paper, and I used both pieces from the package to create the gift bag. I am planning to do a tutorial video next week, so stay tuned for that!

I used a second tag on my matching card, and added in some more of the DSP. Love those polka dots!

This suite of products is one of my favorites in the catalog. I hope you like it too!


Stamps: Birthday Delivery
Ink: Sweet Sugarplum
Paper: Pacific Point, Whisper White, Birthday Memories DSP
Accessories & Tools: Layering Circles Framelits, Big Shot, Crushed Curry Mini Chevron Ribbon, 2017-2019 In Color Bitty Bows, Gift Bag Punch Board

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Wild About Flowers Retirement Card

It's new catalog day! Before I share today's card, I wanted to remind you that the Stampin' Up! 2017-2018 Annual Catalog is live today. I am hosting a party over in my Facebook group, and sharing lots of new products, plus there is a chance to win the beautiful hostess stamp set, Tranquil Tulips. Make sure you check it out!


Now onto today's card. This card is one I actually made a few weeks ago. My husband's aunt is retiring after being a teacher for many years. We wanted to send her something special, so I used some of my favorite things on her card.

Perhaps you remember this color combination? I told you that you would see it again!

Here's a close up of those flowers. I stamped them twice on Watercolor Paper, once in Berry Burst and once in Powder Pink, and then spritzed with water in my Stampin' Spritzer.

The amount of water you add will create that blurred look. I love how it turned out! I thought the Glitter Enamel Dots were the perfect finishing touch - they are different shades of Berry Burst, and I thought that the lighter ones complemented the Powder Pink too.


I hope you're enjoying all of these new products. If there's something you'd like to see, please leave a comment and let me know!


Stamps: Wild About Flowers
Ink: Memento Black, Berry Burst, Powder Pink
Paper: Basic Black, Berry Burst, Whisper White, Watercolor Paper
Accessories & Tools: Flourish Thinlits Dies, Layering Circles Framelits, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Big Shot, Glitter Enamel Dots, Stampin' Spritzer

Happy Stamping!

Rachel

Sprinkled With Love: Paper Pumpkin May 2017

Today's post is all about Paper Pumpkin! Have you heard about Paper Pumpkin? It's one of my favorite products that Stampin' Up! offers! Paper Pumpkin is a monthly subscription kit, and every month you get all of the supplies to make a set of cards or a project, all wrapped up in one little box. Here are a few pictures of past kits to give you an idea.

This month's kit was donut-themed, and there were supplies to make 9 round cards, plus lots of extras!

I also made an additional card to give you an idea of what you can do with your leftovers and a few extra supplies.

To get the words to line up correctly in the circle, I did cut my stamps apart. You can do this to gain a little more versatility with your stamps, and they line back up perfectly like a puzzle so that you can use them as intended too. The extra supplies I used on this card were Crumb Cake, Powder Pink, Soft Suede and Whisper White cardstock, Tasty Treats Specialty DSP, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Layering Circles Framelits, Frozen Treats Framelits, and the Big Shot.


Each Paper Pumpkin kit comes with at least one ink spot and an exclusive stamp set. Those are yours to keep and use over and over again, so it's a good way to build up your ink collection! If you're not satisfied with a kit you receive, just contact Stampin' Up! and they will make it right. However, there are SO many alternative ideas every month on Pinterest and in the Paper Pumpkin Fan Club group on Facebook that I've never had a problem finding something fun to do with my kit. I really enjoy getting some fun mail every month, and having an easy and cute project to put together (that someone else thought up and designed for me)!


If you are interested in trying Paper Pumpkin, now is a great time! From now until June 10, new subscribers will get 25% off of their first three kits (June, July, and August). Click here to subscribe, and enter the promo code STARTHERE to get the discount. The regular price is $19.95 per month, and it is a great value when you look at how much product you get in each kit!


Want to see a little bit more of this month's kit? I did a video on Facebook, and I've uploaded it to YouTube for you. Enjoy!

Happy Stamping!

Rachel