Saturday, January 28, 2023

#GDP378: A Super Simple Sketch

This week's challenge at Global Design Project is a sketch challenge. I kind of love this simple sketch!
 

I used the beautiful Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper again - purple is my favorite color, and this paper has several different shades of it. 
 

The sentiment comes from another Sale-a-bration freebie, the Sending Support stamp set. This stamp set is free with a $50 purchase.
 


Here is a full list of products used on this card:
Stamps: Sending Support
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Paper: Thick Basic White, Basic White, Rich Razzleberry, Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper
Embellishments: Adhesive-Backed Milky Dots, Baker's Twine Essentials Pack
Tools: Stitched Rectangles Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
 

Happy Stamping!
Rachel

Thursday, January 26, 2023

#TGIFC404: A Beautiful Birthday

The challenge this week at TGIF Challenges is a theme challenge. 
 

We can all use more birthday cards, right? I used the Framed Florets stamp set and the Sale-a-bration Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper to create a special birthday card for one of my team members.
 


This fun fold really shows off the paper, AND it's a super easy way to create something that will make your recipient feel special. I shared a video on my YouTube channel today from my 12 Weeks of Christmas series that shows how to put a card like this together:
 

Want a PDF tutorial for this beautiful birthday card? Place an order in my online store using host code C9W3U2DA and I'll send you a PDF tutorial for the birthday version of this card. Spend more than $50 and you'll earn a Sale-a-bration reward! Spend more than $75 and I'll send you a package of Adhesive-Backed Milky Dots. This special is good January 26-February 1. Click here to shop.
 

Here is a full list of products used on this card:
Stamps: Framed Florets
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Fresh Freesia
Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Fresh Freesia, Basic White, Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper
Embellishments: Fresh Freesia Open Weave Ribbon, Adhesive-Backed Milky Dots
Tools: Scalloped Contours Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals

Happy Stamping!
Rachel

Thursday, January 19, 2023

#TGIFC403: Happy Valentine's Day

A sketch challenge is always so much fun, and I'm playing along with TGIF Challenges and their sketch challenge this week.
 

This sketch is simple, and was easy to work with! I used the Country Floral Lane Suite and created a Valentine's Day card.
 

I used the Country Bouquet Punch to create a subtle, textured background. I punched the larger heart out of Crumb Cake cardstock a number of times and layered the hearts onto another piece of Crumb Cake cardstock. 
 


I also used the Country Bouquet stamp set, Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper and Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins from this suite of products. Stampin' Up!'s coordination is the best, and makes it so easy to create beautiful projects!
 

Here is a full list of products used on this card:
Stamps: Country Bouquet
Ink: Blushing Bride, Sweet Sorbet
Paper: Crumb Cake, Basic White, Country Floral Lane DSP
Embellishments: 2022-2024 In Color Baker's Twine, Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins
Tools: Country Bouquet Punch, Stitched Rectangles Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Happy Stamping!
Rachel

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

#GDP377: Country Bouquet Card

This week's challenge at Global Design Project is a color challenge. These colors make me think spring!
 


I used products from the Country Floral Lane Suite to make my card. It was kind of fun to go outside of the pink/red/blue color scheme you'll see in the catalog spread for this suite.
 

This stamp set comes with a coordinating punch. Aren't punch bundles the best?! The two hearts are on one stamp, as are the two leaves, which makes this punch quick and easy to use.
 


Here is a full list of products used on this card:
Stamps: Country Bouquet
Ink: Balmy Blue, Granny Apple Green, So Saffron
Paper: Balmy Blue, Basic White, So Saffron, Granny Apple Green, Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper
Embellishments: Baker's Twine Essentials Pack, Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins
Tools: Country Bouquet Punch
Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
 

Happy Stamping!
Rachel

Thursday, January 12, 2023

January 2023 Monthly Card Club Sneak Peek

Welcome back! Today I have a sneak peek of this month's Card Club kit for you today, and I think the cards are just so much fun this month!
 

I used the Share a Milkshake Bundle, and these cards will be perfect for Valentine's Day or just sending a little bit of love to your friends and family. This month's kit will include a half package of the Country Gingham Designer Series Paper, a package of Opaque Adhesive-Backed Gems, a Wink of Stella glitter brush, and the cardstock bases and pieces to create 8 cards - 2 each of 4 designs. You'll also get a free gift included in your kit this month - a half package of the Sale-a-bration Favored Flowers Designer Series Paper!  
 

Here's a little more about how the club works: 
 

If you'd like this month's kit, sign up here by January 20.
 
Happy Stamping!
Rachel 

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

#TGIFC402: Be My Valentine

This week's challenge at TGIF Challenges is a color challenge. I'm not sure which I enjoy more - a color challenge or a sketch challenge - but this color challenge definitely includes colors that are right up my alley!
 

I decided to use the products that were already out in my crafting space: the Share a Milkshake Bundle, Country Gingham DSP, and the Fabulous Frames Dies. Here's what I came up with:
 

Now before you go thinking that's a burnt ice cream cone, have you ever tried the Oreo sugar cones? So yummy! That's what I was going for here. 
 

I stamped off on the scoops of ice cream and the little background hearts to create the lighter shades of Polished Pink. And isn't that heart tucked into the top scoop adorable?! I think that little spot to tuck things in is my favorite feature of this die set!
 

Here is a full list of products used on this card:
Stamps: Share a Milkshake
Ink: Early Espresso, Polished Pink
Paper: Thick Basic White, Basic White, Early Espresso, Polished Pink, Country Gingham DSP
Embellishments: Baker's Twine Essentials Pack, 2021-2023 In Color Opal Rounds
Tools: Share a Milkshake Dies, Stylish Shapes Dies, Fabulous Frames Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
Adhesives: Stampin' Seal+, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Multipurpose Liquid Glue
 

Happy Stamping!
Rachel

Sunday, January 8, 2023

January 2023 Christmas Card Club Sneak Peek

Christmas cards? In January? Why not?! You might not know this about me, but I love Christmas, and one of the card clubs I run every month is a Christmas Card Club. Each month, you get a card kit with supplies to make 8 Christmas cards - 2 each of 4 designs. By the time December rolls around, you've got plenty of cards to use, and no stress of putting them together last minute!
 
Here is a peek at this month's cards:
 

This month's kit includes a free quarter package of the Sale-a-bration paper, Dandy Designs, and the cards this month are a mixture of traditional and non-traditional Christmas colors. 
 
If you're interested in this club, here are a few more details:
 

The deadline to get this month's kit is January 15. You can sign up here.
 
Happy Stamping!
Rachel