Monthly Archives: June 2024

Spotlight on Nature Bundle

Today, June 30th, is the last day of the Stampin’ Up! Stamp & Die Bundle Sale.

Spotlight on Nature Bundle, one of the most popular bundles is back in stock! Do you have yours? If not, today is the last day with the additional 10% discount (so a total of 20% discount).

Here is a close up of the Petunia Pop In-Color card, with stamped envelope.

Finally, up close of the Summer Splash In-Color card and envelope.

What colors and designer series paper would you use to make these cards?

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

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Shopping code through July 21, 2024 – 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

Product orders of $50 or more before sales tax & shipping from my online store through September 30, 2024 receive an embossing folder of your choice. Check Demonstrator contact so I can get in touch with you to pick out your folder. Gifts ship out the month after your order.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

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Seaside Wishes & Basic Beige

This weekend the heat and humidity will be back and I see pool time in my future!

Thought I would make a card using the Seaside Wishes Bundle along with the new Basic Beige card stock and coordinating Basic Beige 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon.

The new neutral color Basic Beige has been teamed with Calypso Coral and Coastal Cabana for the perfect seaside look.

For the card front, a 4¼” x 5½” piece of Basic Beige has been embossed with the Hybrid 3D embossing folder before being added. Next, additional sand dollars added with Stampin’ Dimensionals for depth and texture. Starfish, coral images and sea grass have been tucked in with a combination of Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals and liquid glue.

Finally, the greeting is from the Seaside Wishes Bundle but stamped on die cut from the Unbounded Love Bundle (great greetings and dies). Large Basic Beige bow was added with Mini Glue Dots and three Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots add just the right embellishment!

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

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Shopping code through July 21, 2024 – 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Happy Birthday Diane!

Happy Birthday to my sister-in-law Diane!

Yesterday was her birthday and today I’m sharing the card I’ve mailed to Diane with her birthday present. I’m featuring the Mediterranean Blooms Designer Series Paper on her card. It’s a Z-Fold Card in Lemon Lolly and Garden Green.

To create the front of card I’ve used my paper snips to fussy cut out images which have been adhered to a Garden Green Countryside corner die cut, embossed with the Distressed Tile 3d Folder. Greeting from the Unbounded Love Bundle.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

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Shopping code through July 21, 2024 – 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Loveliest Tree Bundle

Happy Hump Day! With only a few days left of the Stampin’ Up! Stamp & Die Bundle sale thought I would feature the Loveliest Tree Bundle. Save an additional 10% through June 30th.

The stamps and dies from the bundle work perfectly together no matter the season! Perfect for a masculine card and great for both birthday and sympathy.

First card is a simple stamped and die cut tree, added to a background of Thoughtful Journey Designer Series Paper. To color the tree, I’ve used Stampin’ Write Markers. Simple greeting in Early Espresso ink on Basic White. Which greeting from the stamp set would you use?

Next, I’ve used blending brushes to add color to a 3¼” x 4¼” Basic White card stock piece, added die cut Early Espresso tree trunks and leaves die cut from three shades of green card stock and left over pieces of the Thoughtful Journey Designer Series Paper.

Finally, rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots make the perfect embellishment for both cards.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code through July 21, 2024 – 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Creativity Now Sneak Peek

Hope you had a wonderful weekend, I’m sure glad the heat and humidity is gone for a few days!

This past Saturday I attended an online Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator Event called Creativity Now. For this event we used the Winterly Tree Top Bundle, along with the coordinating Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper. These products are part of the upcoming September – December 2024 Mini Catalog.

For the first card, image is colored with Stampin’ Blend Markers, Crumb Cake card stock has been embossed with the upcoming Birch Wood 3D Embossing Folder (a larger sized folder).

For the card below, we used Watercolor Pencils to color the images, once stamped in Memento Black Ink.

Next, for this card, we used the negative die cut from card above and blending brushes to add color to a piece of Basic White card stock. Image stamped on Smoky Slate card stock and colored with Watercolor Pencils.

Finally, I’ve used Shimmery Embossing Paste mixed with a few drops of Copper Clay reinker and painted on the top of a Scalloped Gift Card Box. Images stamped in Memento Ink on Basic White card stock and colored with blending brushes.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

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Shopping code through July 21 – 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Product for the boxes – give them a try!

2024-2026 In-Color Cards

Happy Friday! Back in May I shared cards made with the new 2024-2026 In-Colors, today I thought I would share how I made them. The set of five, using greeting and images from the Layering Leaves Stamp Set make the perfect gift.

Card specifics:

Thick Basic White card stock for the base
Covered the front with designer series paper (4¼” x 5½”)
Card stock mat 3¼” x 4¼”
Basic White card stock 3″ x 4″ for stamping
Layering Leaves Stamp set, images stamped randomly in coordinating color
Adhere stamped Basic White card stock to the card stock mat, adhere 1″ strip of designer series paper (different pattern than card front)
Wrap around 4″ piece of ribbon, adhere using Mini Glue Dots, then add piece to the card front (use Stampin’ Dimensionals if desired)
Stamp greeting on Basic White card stock, punch out with Hexagon Punch.
Add Stampin’ Dimensionals above and below ribbon/designer series paper section, then add punched out greeting.
Three Resin Dots complete the card
Add designer series paper to the envelope flap

Summer Splash

Pretty in Pink

Shy Shamrock

Petunia Pop

Peach Pie

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code: 47CPRRFA

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

Product orders of $40 or more before sales tax & shipping from my online store through May 31, 2024 receive an embossing folder of your choice. Check Demonstrator contact so I can get in touch with you to pick out your folder. Gifts shipped out in June.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Shadow Block Technique

So, do you ever have those nights where you just can’t sleep? That was me this past Saturday, so what did I do? Go out to the sun porch and check out video’s on YouTube!

I came across a video from Tina Zinck showing the “Shadow Block” Technique, something that is used in quilting.

Here’s the card I just had to make Sunday morning using this technique. So how did I make the card you ask?

Card specifics:

Cut 12 pieces of designer series paper 1″ x 1″ (great for scraps)
Cut 12 pieces of card stock 1″ x 1″
Adhere the pieces together showing about 1/8″ of the card stock on two sides
Layout the pieces on a card stock mat 3¾” x 5″ (Basic White), adhere with your adhesive of choice. If desired, cut through die cut machine using embossing folder of your choice
Mat on card stock 4″ x 5¼” (Pretty Peacock)
Adhere to card base (Peach Pie)
Wanted to Say Dies for greeting

So, what designer series paper and colors will you use?

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

#CreativeChallengeSU

Did you spot the card sketches on page 22 in the new Annual Catalog?

Stampin’ Up! has a Creative Challenge this month and they are putting the sketches to the test!

Below are TWO sketches from the new catalog and Stampin Up! is calling them THIS or THAT. Which sketch inspires you the most?

May be a graphic of text that says 'THIS OR ТНАТ'

The THAT sketch inspired me, and I put the card below together.

Here are the specifics for the card I’ve made based on THAT.

Mossy Meadow card stock base
Take to the Sky Designer Series Paper
- 3″ x 4¾”
- 3″ x 3¾”
Airplane
- Copper Clay and Wild Wheat card stock
- Textured Metallic Specialty Paper – propeller
Sentiment – Adventurous Sky Bundle & Mossy Meadow ink
Adhesive Backed Texture Dots for embellishments

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Round We Go Bundle

Happy Saturday, welcome to the weekend!

Looking for a fun card to add to a gift?

How about one using the Round We Go Bundle, new larger sized So Swirly Embossing Folder (6″ x 8½”) and Country Woods Designer Series Paper.

Card Specifics:

Thick Basic White card base
Front covered in embossed designer series paper
Strip of designer series paper across the middle
Petal Pink circle is card stock
Rosette made with 3 strips of die cut designer series paper
Greeting strip is made with designer series paper

What designer series paper would you use to make this card?

Information on how to put the rosette together click, here.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Additionals to Kit Collection

Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! is all about making crafting fun, accessible, and inclusive!

New to stamping? crafting? looking for “on the go” projects? Everything you need in one place with no additional supplies. Then the kit collection is for you.

Last week two new kits were introduced.

Expressions of Kindness Kit (8 cards with stamping)
The Scenic Route Travel Journal Kit (travel journal with pockets)

While some kits including stamping, others do not, but everything you need is in kit.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Labeled with Love Bundle

Today I’m featuring the Labeled with Love Bundle. This bundle is unique in that there is a die bundle (3 dies same shape) or a punch bundle. Both bundles have the same stamp set, just one with dies and the other with a punch.

Until June 30th, you can get the bundle with dies at an additional 10% discounted price, part of the bundle sale.

I’m using the bundle with dies and stamped the 2 step flower image using Shy Shamrock ink along with Pretty in Pink, Petunia Pop and Berry Burst. There is no die for the butterfly, you must cut out with Paper Snips, which was easy.

Use tear and tape to adhere a piece ribbon behind the Stylish Shapes Die cut with greeting and adhere to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Why not use shades of blue, purple, yellow, orange or any combination that looks good to you! There is so much fun you can have making this card!

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Links to my store below.

Jun24 Sunday Stamper Cards

Happy Sunday, it’s Sunday Stamper Day and Watercolor Techniques are featured for two of the cards we will be making

Featured Products this Month:

Seaside Wishes Bundle – stamp set & hybrid embossing folder with dies
Spotlight on Nature Stamp Set – stamp set and dies
Thoughtful Journey 6” x 6” Designer Series Paper

First card features a water colored background which is then stamped on and embossed with the Seaside Wishes Hybrid Embossing Folder.

Hint – when embossing, lightly spritz the paper first for a deeper impression. You can even wrinkle up the paper for more texture.

Second card also uses Fluid 100 Watercolor paper and stamping for a watercolor look. Spotlight on Nature works great for the technique, but many stamp sets would work.

Final card is perfect for that piece of scenic designer series paper or one that has a pattern you would like to showcase. Attendees will each have a different piece of designer paper so all cards look different. Just remember to follow the cutting directions to ensure scene stays in tack.

Download the project sheet: June24 Sunday Stampers – CardsandCraftswithKaren

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code through June 9, 2024 – 9HSFBF7B

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Simply Said Birthday

Happy Saturday, hope you’re having a good weekend.

Here’s a fun card featuring the Full of Life 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper. Look at all the colors in the paper: Balmy Blue, Berry Burst, Blueberry Bushel, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Melon Mambo, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Shaded Spruce, and Shy Shamrock

For the card:

Pretty Peacock Card Stock Base
Bough Punch Leaf’s – Pretty Peacock, Balmy Blue & Granny Apple Green
Simply Said Mix & Match Photopolymer Stamp Set (outside)
Layering Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set (inside)
Mat – Balmy Blue Card Stock
Down the middle 3″ strip designer series paper
Adhesive-Backed Pearl Trio (embellishments)

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code through June 9, 2024 – 9HSFBF7B

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

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Bonus Bundle Sale June 5 – 30

Everyone loves a good deal. Today I want to make you aware of a sale starting Wednesday, June 5th with Stampin’ Up!

From June 5th – 30th – Stampin’ Up! is offering an additional 10% off all stamp and die bundles! Plus, save 10% on the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.

These machines make the perfect crafting partner for stamp and die bundles. With this offer, you can save time and money!

Remember:

Get an additional 10% discount on stamp and die bundles only (that’s a total of 20% discount on stamp and die bundles!). This excludes suite collections, stamp and punch bundles.
Save 10% on Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (White and Boho Blue).
The 10% discount applies automatically to stamp and die bundles in all orders including Starter Kit orders.
See and shop all qualifying bundles in the online store.

Prepare your shopping list now, I know I’m getting mine ready.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, when you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code through June 9, 2024 – 9HSFBF7B

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned. I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!

Here are some of my favorite stamp & die bundles.

Inspirational Sketches

Happy Saturday, any special plans? I have a manicure & pedicure this morning, my monthly selfcare enjoyment.

Today I have a water-colored card for you featuring the Inspirational Sketches Stamp Set.

The stamp set has wonderful images to watercolor, just pick your favorite!

I’ve decided on the mushroom stamp and used a variety of colors, let your imagination run wild.

Fluid 100 Watercolor paper and water painters make coloring fun. Image stamped with Staz On ink. New neutral color Basic Beige used for the card base and to stamp additional images on the card. Greeting in Blueberry Bushel ink.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hope this project has inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for Stampin’ Up! products, I would appreciate your business.

Follow me on Instagram @thomas_karen_309 and on Facebook at “CardsandCraftswithKaren”.

Shopping code through June 9, 2024 – 9HSFBF7B

All on-line product orders receive a handmade card as a thank you.

Product orders of $40 or more before sales tax & shipping from my online store through May 31, 2024, receive an embossing folder of your choice. Next, check demonstrator contact so I can get in touch with you to pick out your folder. Gifts shipped out in June.

For orders over $150, please use all of the Host Rewards you’ve earned, and I’ll send you your rewards as long as you check demonstrator contact.

Check out the Shop & Rewards tab for more information.

Have a great day – Craft On! Happy Shopping!