Inkspire Me

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

Brights 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

Perfectly Plaid Bundle (En)

CARD: Spruce Trees

2019-12-23T11:10:00.000-05:00

This fantastic holiday card by Lisa Hardie features the Perfectly Plaid stamp set. It's perfect for masculine holiday cards and more.

Live in Canada? Shop with me by clicking on any of the images below. Be sure to use the December Host Code to be entered to win and you'll also want to check out my rewards page for additional benefits to shopping with me.

Perfectly Plaid Photopolymer Stamp Set (En)

Pine Tree Punch

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Whisper White Solid Baker's Twine

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad

So Many Stars Photopolymer Stamp Set (En)

CARD: MERRY MOUNTAIN

2019-12-22T15:00:00.000-05:00

In the attempt to provide as much inspiration to you before the Holiday Catalogue ends and many of these fabulous products disappear, I've got another card from my demonstrator swap for you.

This card features the stunning Snow Front stamp set, possibly one of my favs, and was created by Colleen Weddell.

This card reminds me of my trip to Banff this past summer. Snow Front is another in a line of watercolour images. Be sure to add this to your collection before it's gone.

All the products seen here today can be purchased online with me when you live in Canada. Simply click on an image below to be taken directly to that item. Remember to use the December Host Code to your right to be entered to win the month's Host Rewards!

Happy stampin'!

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad

Shimmery Crystal Effects

Merry Moose Photopolymer Stamp Set

Snow Front Photopolymer Stamp Set

CARD: Metallic Stitched Stars

2019-12-22T10:27:00.000-05:00

Good morning Stampers! I have yet another project for you from my last demonstrator swap featuring products from the Holiday Catalogue. Time is running out on these items, so I want to showcase as many as possible over the next few days.

Today's project comes from Elicia Zebroski.

Elicia used the stunning Stitched Brightly Dies and silver foil paper to create this simply stunning card. I love this one as it's yet another card where you could change out the sentiment to create a different feel completely. Stars don't have to be just for the holidays!

To purchase any of the items seen in the card above, simply click on the images below to be taken directly to that item. Be sure to use the December Host code, as seen on the right of this post, to be entered to win the Host Rewards for December. For additional rewards, be sure to check out my shop & rewards page.

Itty Bitty Christmas Cling Stamp Set (En)

Stitched Brightly Dies

Silvery Shimmer Delicata Metallic Ink Pad

Nature's Beauty Cling Stamp Set

CARD: Joy to the World

2019-12-21T14:00:00.000-05:00

I love to provide inspiration that can be adapted in many ways. This next project is no different. I received this card from Wendy Fee in my latest swap; and, it is a perfect example of a project that can be made into an occasion with a simple change of the sentiment.

Wendy combined two stamp sets in this project: Itty Bitty Christmas and Nature's Beauty. I love Nature's Beauty. Not only is it gorgeous and versatile; but, a portion from every stamp set sold goes to Mental Health Charities. Be sure to grab one before they're gone and give back to your community.

The centre square can be done in two different ways. The first and easiest, is to ink up a clear acrylic block (size D) with your Smokey Slate ink and then stamp it directly on the Whisper White card stock. Option 2, which I find more satisfying, is to create a mask and sponge the colour in the negative space. This allows you to control the amount of ink and create shadows and depth as seen in Wendy's card.

Live in Canada? Purchase the items used to create this project by shopping with me, Stephanie Nash. Click on any of the images below to be taken directly to that item. Be sure to check out my rewards page for all the benefits to shopping with me.

Itty Bitty Christmas Cling Stamp Set (En)

Smoky Slate 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad

Cup Of Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Sweet Christmas Peacock

2019-12-21T09:42:00.000-05:00

Good morning and happy Saturday! Here we are, 4 days before Christmas; are you ready? I'm slowly getting there with a few more odds and ends to get.

Today I have another holiday card to help get you in the spirit. This one comes from Darcie Clyne, a fellow demonstrator. She has used the gorgeous Noble Peacock speciality DSP as the focal point and the result is fantastic.

The sentiment used is from the Cup of Christmas stamp set, and it is then cut out using the Ornate Frames Dies.

If you love the simple elegance of this project, you can see the complete supply list below. Should you wish to order, simply click on any of the images below to be taken to that item.

$23.00

Ornate Frames Dies

Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Pearl Basic Jewels

Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad

Christmas Gleaming Cling Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Merry Ornament

2019-12-19T14:00:00.000-05:00

Welcome back! You're in for a treat as today I'm sharing TWO projects with you as Christmas is right around the corner and I want to fill you with inspiration.

This project also features the Gleaming Christmas stamp set and Brightly Gleaming DSP, which has sold out but will be back in a future catalogue. This project comes to us from Laurie Alexander.

Be sure to check out my other post today for additional ideas using this bundle.

Happy stampin'

Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack

Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper

Christmas Gleaming Bundle (En)

Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Celestial Copper Delicata Metallic Ink Pad

Very Vanilla/Copper 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Classic Weave Ribbon

Christmas Gleaming Cling Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Greetings Ornament

2019-12-19T09:35:00.000-05:00

We're only 6 days away from the main event and I still have lots to share with you; so here's another project idea from the Holiday Catalogue. It is yet another of the swap cards I received during a recent demonstrator event and this one is by Sofi Daniels.

This card features the Christmas Gleaming stamp set, Gleaming Ornament punch pack and the, now discontinued, Brightly Gleaming Specialty DSP pack (returning in a future catalogue).

For a full list of supplies, please see below. You may click on any of the images to be taken directly to that item should you wish to add to your collection and create holiday cards for next year. Be sure to check out my Shop & Rewards page for all the benefits to naming me, Stephanie Nash, as your demonstrator.

Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack

Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper

Christmas Gleaming Bundle (En)

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes

Versamark Pad

Embossing Buddy

Copper Stampin' Emboss Powder

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

CARD: Dusk Deers

2019-12-17T22:52:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone! I'm totally in love with the project I have to share today. I received in from Moira Sands in a swap recently and I'm floored with how perfect it is.

I mean, just LOOK at this! There's just so many amazing things happening I don't even know where to begin. This card uses a few different elements and techniques. The trees are from the Snow Front stamp set. The deer are from Dashing Deer. And the rest...well, I think I many need to do a video to show you how Moira managed to create this winter wonderland.

To purchase any of the items used in this showcase, I've listed them below. You may click on any of the images to be taken to my online store and that item specifically.

Happy stampin'!

Silicone Craft Sheet

Stamping Sponges

Dashing Deer Cling-Mount Stamp Set

Snow Front Photopolymer Stamp Set

White Stampin' Chalk Marker

Frost White Shimmer Paint

Uninked Stampin’ Craft Pad & Whisper White Refill

Shine Bright Cling Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Shine Bright Tree

2019-12-15T15:33:00.000-05:00

Good day stampers. I hope you’re having a great day. Today, I have a project designed by Amy Cook. I received this gorgeous card in a swap and just had to showcase it for you all today.

This card features Shine Bright and Stitched Brightly dies; and they coordinate wonderfully to create this hand stitched feel. Isn't the overall effect superb?

If you enjoy this project, or any others you may have seen on the blog, you can purchase the items to recreate it by simply clicking on any of the images below to be taken directly to that product. Shopping with me, Stephanie Nash, has its benefits. Be sure to read more about them on my Shop & Rewards page.

Happy stampin'!

Stitched Brightly Dies

Shine Bright Bundle (En)

Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad

Whisper White Medium Envelopes

Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels

Clear Block H

Stamparatus

Take Your Pick

Christmas Gleaming Cling Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Merry Giftcard Holder

2019-12-11T15:06:00.002-05:00

Well hello from lovely Asheville, NC! I'm so happy you've stopped by. While I'm away on a much needed vacation and my Hubby's Christmas Party, I wanted to share some more holiday inspiration with all of you. Today, I'm showcasing a fantabulous gift card holder designed by Diana Langman. This was part of our recent holiday catalogue swap and I think this design is so versatile. It can be used for so many gift giving occasions by simply changing up the stamps and paper.

To create this beautiful card and gift holder, Diana used the Christmas Gleaming stamp set, Brightly Gleaming DSP, Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder, Stitched Nested Labels Dies and Linen Thread. Sadly, the Brightly Gleaming DSP has sold out; but there are many other gorgeous papers that could substitute, like the Wrapped in Plaid 6" x 6" Specialty DSP or the Night Before Christmas 6" x 6" DSP. The colours used are Very Vanilla, Real Red, Old Olive and Memento Tuxedo Black.

I know I'll be adapting this design for upcoming gift giving events. How could you see yourself using this design in the future?

Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel as I will be doing a video tutorial on this design when I return from my vacation. Although, it may be not posted until the New Year with the hustle and bustle of the holidays.

Don't forget the Year-end ClearOut is happening now. Many items are on sale and available only while quantities last. Be sure to stock up today as we're also offering FREE shipping on orders over $65. Below are a list of the supplies, minus the Brightly Gleaming DSP, that were used on this project. To add these items to your order today to enjoy FREE shipping, simply click on any of the images to be taken directly to that item.

Happy stampin'!

Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack

Christmas Gleaming Bundle (En)

Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Real Red Light Stampin' Blends

Real Red Dark Stampin' Blends

Real Red Combo Pack Stampin' Blends

Old Olive Light Stampin' Blends Marker

Old Olive Dark Stampin' Blends Marker

Old Olive Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack

Stampin' Blends Color Lifter

Linen Thread

Stitched Nested Labels Dies

Wrapped In Plaid 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

Night Before Christmas 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

1-1/2" (3.8 Cm) Circle Punch

Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes

Feels Like Frost Specialty 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

CARD: Yuletide Frost

2019-12-08T08:00:00.000-05:00

Good morning and happy Sunday. It's a busy day for me today as I'm heading off to the first annual Mount Hope Stop & Shop! If you're local to Hamilton, Ontario, please stop by to say "hi". We're there from 9am-2pm today.

While I'm busy at the vendor fair, I thought I'd share a project with you all. This gorgeous card was created by fellow demonstrator, Lorraine Melanson, for a demonstrator swap. If you follow my blog, you'll notice I post a lot of wonderful projects that have come from swaps. That's because they are one of the MANY perks that come with being a demonstrator. I'm always happy to talk about everything involved, with no obligation. If you're ever curious, send me a note and let's set up a time to connect.

This card features the stunning Feels Like Frost specialty DSP and coordinating Frosted Foliage stamp set. Aren't they stunning? Sadly, the DSP has sold out and is no longer available to order; until next year! It will be coming back in future catalogues, so watch for it and order early when you see it.

To order the stamp set, or any other items seen here, click on any of the images below to be taken directly to that item.

Happy stampin!

Frosted Foliage Cling Stamp Set (En)

Frosted Frames Dies

Frosted Foliage Bundle (En)

Whisper White 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon

Silicone Craft Sheet

Stamping Sponges

Metallic Pearls

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

Lots Of Cheer Cling Stamp Set

CARD: Snowman Boxes

2019-12-04T10:37:00.000-05:00

Hello, and thanks for stopping by. I'm so glad you're here. Today, I have an adorable card made by my friend and mentor, Jenn Tinline. This was one of the cards from our recent Demonstrator swap to showcase products for the holidays.

This card features the ever adorable Lots of Cheer stamp set, found in the Annual Catalogue on page 69. The gift boxes dressed to be a snowman are just too cute not to love. This card is created using a Whisper White base 8 1/2" x 5 1/2". Next, a strip of Wrapped in Plaid Specialty DSP is cut 2" x 5 1/4". Night of Navy is cut to be 2 5/8" x 4". Gold Foil sheets are then used to create another layer 2 3/8" x 3 3/4". Finally a layer of Whisper White is cut using the Stitched Rectangle dies. The snowman image is stamped using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink and coloured in using Stampin' Blends in Night of Navy and Shaded Spruce. The colour lifter Blend is also used to add shading and dimension. Wink of Stella is added to give the images lustre. The sentiment on the card base is stamped in VersaMark ink, then sprinkled with Gold embossing powder and set with the Heat Tool. The image and layers are assembled using Snail. A pop of Shaded Spruce/Gold 3/8" ribbon is adhered to the back before the layer is added to the card base with Stampin Dimensionals. The result is an absolutely perfect card for you to send to your friends and family this season.

If you love this card and would like to order any of the items used here, please click on the images below to be taken directly to that item. For details on the benefits to naming me, Stephanie Nash, as your demonstrator, please visit my rewards page.

Happy stampin'

Wrapped In Plaid 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

Shaded Spruce/Gold 3/8" (1 Cm) Striped Ribbon

Shaded Spruce Light Stampin' Blends

Gold Foil Sheets

Shaded Spruce Dark Stampin' Blends

Shaded Spruce Combo Pack Stampin' Blends

Night Of Navy Light Stampin' Blends Marker

Night Of Navy Dark Stampin' Blends Marker

Night Of Navy Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack

Stampin' Blends Color Lifter

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

Versamark Pad

Gold Stampin' Emboss Powder

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

CARD: Classy Cocktails

2019-12-02T21:42:00.001-05:00

It's Cyber Monday. Are you taking advantage of all the sales available? It certainly makes holiday shopping a little lighter on the wallet.

Today, I have a project for you from a recent swap I participated in. The swap theme was to showcase products from the Holiday catalogue, so I chose the Sip, Sip, Hooray stamp set and coordinating Sip & Celebrate Dies.

To create this card, I started with a Basic Black base measuring 8 1/2" x 5 1/2". I then cut another piece of the Basic Black to be 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" which I then cut with the bubbles using the Sip & Celebrate dies. I also cut the wine glasses with the same die set. Copper Foil paper was then cut to measure 5 1/2" x 4 1/4". Using Tombow Multi-purpose Liquid Glue, I adhere the die cut Basic Black to the Copper foil before adhering to the card base using Snail. On a separate piece of Copper Foil, "Sip, Sip" is stamped in Stazon Black Ink. On Vellum card stock, "Hooray" is stamped in VersaMark ink and sprinkled with Copper embossing powder. This is then set using the Heat Tool before using the Stitched Shape dies to cut out both sentiments. I adhered the two circles together using Snail before using Stampin Dimensionals to add them to the card front. I made sure that the Dimensionals were only on the copper side, or hidden in the overlap so as to not show through the vellum. Finish it all off with a few Rhinestones for additional sparkle and you have a card perfect for any celebration.

I hope you enjoy this card as much as I do. It's featured on my display wall because I love how well it turned out. If you would like to CASE this project, a full list of supplies is listed below. To purchase, simply click on an image to be taken directly to that item. Be sure to visit my Rewards page for benefits to shopping with me, Stephanie Nash!

Happy stampin'!

Sip Sip Hooray Bundle (En)

Sip & Celebrate Dies

Copper Stampin' Emboss Powder

Copper Foil Sheets

Versamark Pad

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

Jet Black Stāzon Ink Pad

Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Stitched Shapes Dies

ANNOUNCEMENT: Mount Hope Stop & Shop

2019-12-01T09:00:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone! I'm super excited to announce that I will be a vendor at the first, hopefully annual, Mount Hope Stop & Shop Vendor event. I'll be joined by other small business owners to offer you unique holiday shopping options and sweet raffle prizes.

Some of the vendors include:

Stampin' Up!
Scentsy
Voxx Life
Thirty-One
Down to Earth
DoTerra
Homemade Wreaths
Tupperware
Pampered Chef
Sunset Gourmet
Sweet Legs
Earthfound Jewelry
And MORE...

Admission is free. A donation of a non-perishable food item would be greatly appreciated. All donations will go to Neighbour 2 Neighbour; as well as the proceeds from the raffles.

You'll be sure to get all your gifts & stocking stuffers crossed off your list, while supporting local vendors and crafters. Can't wait to see you all there!

Announcement: Stupendous Black Friday Freebies

2019-11-27T23:48:00.000-05:00

I’m totally in the giving spirit and so I’m passing along this stupendous Black Friday deal to you, my loyal customers.

For each of the spending thresholds, you’ll earn Freebies which = $ in your pocket!

When you spend $50* you’ll get a Shimmery Crystal effects.

Spend $75* and get the Holiday Rhinestone Jewels

Spend $100* gets you the Real Red Ruched Ribbon

Spend $150* and get the Nature’s Beauty Stamp Set, the stamp that gives back.

Spend $200* and you’ll get all the freebies!

*order totals are before shipping and taxes. I reserve the right to substitute a similar item should the freebie become unavailable

All orders MUST include the Host Code: 7N344FHR, unless your order is $200 or more in which case you will also earn Stampin’ Rewards.

You will also earn my Top 6 Card Designs PDF

Your FREEBIES will ship separately from your order and will ship in the next week from me.

These stupendous deals are only available when shopping with me, Stephanie Nash. Using the Host Code will automatically identify that.

CARD: Sip, Sip Fancy Fold

2019-11-21T09:44:00.000-05:00

Good day everyone! I've had an amazingly busy week and this is the first I've had to sit down and work on my blog. I apologize for not having more time to post.

Today, I want to share the swaps I made for OnStage last weekend. I only made 15 cards, but they were fun to do because I decided to make a fancy fold. I'm not really sure if this particular fold has a name, I just sort of started playing with the card stock and it came to me. It's very likely that I'm not the first to do this fold.

For this card, I used 12" x 12" Basic Black card stock, cut to measure 4" x 12". I then used my Stampin' Trimmer to score at 4" and 8", creating 3 panels. From there, I took the two outer panels and score diagonally so when folded it would form two triangles as the card opening. Using the Layering Squares Dies, I cut squares in Crumb Cake, Rose Glimmer Paper, each one size smaller than the last. The Whisper White square was cut 2 sizes smaller than that of the Rose Glimmer paper. The Crumb Cake and Glimmer square were then cut in half using the Stampin' Trimmer and adhered to each of the triangle panels using Snail. On the Whisper White square, I stamped the martini glass image and "Sip Sip" in Memento Tuxedo Black ink. On a scrap of Whisper White, I stamped an additional glass, filled in the glass using Flirty Flamingo Ink and cut the image out using the Sip & Celebrate Dies. This is then popped off the card front with Stampin' Dimensionals. To hold the card closed, a piece of 1/2"Black Satin Ribbon is cut to 16". It is fit to be equal around the front and back and then the back is adhered across the centre using Tear & Tape. Once the back is secured, I flipped it back over and on only one half of the front, the ribbon is attached to the triangle at the folded edge using Tear & Tape. The stamped Whisper White piece is then adhered over top of the ribbon to only the half of the card front, also using Tear & Tap. The ribbon is then adhered to the back of that stamped Whisper White that over hangs. Before tying the card closed, a second square of Whisper White is stamped with the sentiment inside and a tiny strawberry image is added to the inside corner. This is coloured with a Light Cherry Cobbler Blend and then I used the Colour Corrector Blend to lift some of the colour. I also did this for the strawberry on the front. Once the inside is in place, the card is tied shut and Basic Rhinestones finish it off.

I received lots of compliments on this card from those I swapped with, and I hope you enjoy it too! If you'd like to order any of the items you've seen here today, you can shop my online store 24/7 when you live in Canada. Simply click on any of the images that follow to be taken directly to that product. For a list of the benefits to naming me, Stephanie Nash, as your demonstrator, please visit my Rewards page.

Happy stampin'!

Sip Sip Hooray Bundle (En)

Sip & Celebrate Dies

Rose Glimmer Paper

Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad

Black 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Satin Ribbon

Cherry Cobbler Light Stampin' Blends Marker

Stampin' Blends Color Lifter

Take Your Pick

Layering Squares Dies

Itty Bitty Christmas Cling Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Blue Christmas Wreath

2019-11-18T09:40:00.000-05:00

Wow, can you believe November is half over? It feels like it was just Halloween. If you’re a Christmas nut like me, you’ve likely already begun to get in the holiday spirit. For the rest of you that celebrate, things will start ramping up over the next few weeks which is why I’m so excited to share the card I made today.

You’ll have seen similar cards already featured as I really love the All Around Wreath Dies. This was actually one of the first cards I created with them; inspired by a decor piece another Demonstrator had done.

For this card, I used Blueberry Bushel card stock for the base. It measures 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” and is folded in half to become 5 1/2” x 4 1/4”. Next I cut a piece of Whisper White card stock to be 5” x 3 3/4” and embossed it using the Scripty 3D embossing folder and my die cutting machine. This is then adhered to the base with Snail adhesive. Using the gorgeous Noble Peacock Foil DSP, I cut out the wreaths in Blueberry Bushel, Pretty Peacock and Old Olive. I layered these adhering each layer with Mini Glue Dots. Noble Peacock Basic Jewels are added to give the wreath some embellishments. On a separate piece of Whisper White, I stamped the sentiment using the new Itty Bitty Christmas stamp set and Blueberry Bushel ink. Pink Glimmer paper is cut using the Stitched Label dies as is the sentiment and then layered on top of the glimmer paper. Together these are adhered to the base with Stampin' Dimensionals. I absolutely love how this turned out. What do you think?

If you love it, and would like to order any of the products shown here today, you can do so by clicking on any of the images below to be taken directly to it in my online store. For benefits in shopping with me, visit my Rewards page.

Happy stampin'!

All-Around Wreath Dies

Scripty 3D Embossing Folder

Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Noble Peacock Foil Sheets

Rose Glimmer Paper

Noble Peacock Rhinestones

Stargazing Cling Stamp Set

OnStage Toronto 2019

2019-11-17T18:23:00.000-05:00

Good day friends. I hope you’re all enjoying a relaxing day wherever you may be. It was an incredibly busy weekend, that’s hasn’t ended yet. I wanted to take a moment and share some of my day yesterday at OnStage in Toronto. OnStage is an annual event held by Stampin’ Up! for their demonstrators. We have business discussions, network, build and reinforce amazing friendships and get to see and play with products from the upcoming Mini Catalogue. Here are some pictures I took throughout the event.

I was up at the crack of dawn, 4:45am, to get ready for the day. I carpooled with fellow demos and friends to get to Toronto for the day. We left at 6:00 to be sure to get a good table!

Once inside, we found tables and got our welcome gifts. The gorgeous back pack was filled with our credentials, pens, notebook, upcoming stamp set from the new Mini catalogue and fun pins to trade (all of images from the new catty).

I'm so blessed by the friendships and support I receive along this incredible journey and I was grateful to be able to have 4 members from my direct team with me in attendance, as well as my Leader, Jenn Tinline, who also presented one of the new stamp sets

Of course, the day wouldn't be complete with a Prize Patrol and I am super excited to bring Parisian Beauty home to play with. It's GORGEOUS. Be sure to stay tuned for sneak peeks from the new Mini Catalogue over the coming weeks.

My Shut Up & Stamp Team continues to grow and evolve and I'm proud of each and every member as they find what works in how they want to run their "business". Some may choose only to do this as a hobby, and that's ok too. I'd love for you to join me next year to see exactly what this day is all about. You'll not only make new friends and get free NEW products; but you'll join a community that is like no other.

PAPER PUMPKIN: DECEMEBER 2019

2019-11-11T16:09:00.000-05:00

It's a snowy day here in Hamilton, ON. We're going to see upwards of 20cm by the end of it all so I'm glad to be able to share a sneak peek into the December Paper Pumpkin kit; and it's not wintery!

December’s Something for Everything kit includes a super-versatile stamp set complete with 13 sentiments that can be used for occasions ranging from wedding, to get well, birthdays, and more! Plus, the three full-sized card designs (four of each) are gorgeous AND multiuse!

To subscribe, visit my Paper Pumpkin page.

CARD: Stargazing

2019-11-09T14:02:00.000-05:00

Good Day! Thank you, for stopping by. Today I have the final card from the CASE the catalogue swap that took place with my fellow Demonstrators. This card features the stamp set, Stargazing. This set is found on page 137 of the annual catalogue.

I absolutely love the powerful message on this card. It's a great "just because" card or to help inspire someone near and dear to you.

The base of this card is Call Me Clover measuring 8 1/2" x 4 1/4". It is then folded in half to become a square card measuring 4 1/4" x 4 1/4". Whisper White card stock is then cut to 4" x 4". It is stamped in Call Me Clover. Mint Macaron ink is then lightly sponged around the edges of the image. On a smaller piece of Whisper White card stock, the sentiment is stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black ink and the moon is stamped in Mint Macaron and punched using the Twinkle Builder Punch. A piece of 3/8” Glittered Organdy Ribbon is adhered with glue dots. The sentiment is attached with Stampin Dimensionals.

What do you think? Is this a card you’d recreate and who would you give it to?

Be sure to check out my online store if you’d like to order anything you’ve seen here today. All orders of $25 or more will automatically receive my Top 6 Card Designs PDF at no additional cost. Additional benefits to shopping with me can be found on my Rewards page.

Happy stampin‘!

Twinkle Builder Punch

Call Me Clover 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Black 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Glittered Organdy Ribbon

Call Me Clover Stampin' Pad

Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad

Mini Glue Dots

CARD: Merry Plaid

2019-11-04T19:06:00.000-05:00

Good day everyone! Thanks for stopping by! I’ve got another Christmas card for you today, featuring the festive Wrapped in Plaid designer series paper. These beautiful plaid patterned papers are perfect for your holiday projects this year.

This card was designed by a fellow demonstrator, and I added my own twist to it. The base is Whisper White. The next layer is a matte in Night of Navy with a layer of the Wrapped in Plaid DSP on top. Another piece of Whisper White is used and the tree is punched out using the tree punch, leaving the negative space for the DSP to show through. The sentiment is from the Perfectly Plaid stamp set and is stamped in Cherry Cobbler. The greenery branch is from Sip, Sip Hooray and stamped in Shaded Spruce.

This project is incredibly simple; and looks like a million bucks! To duplicate this card, you’ll find a list of the supplies below. To purchase, simply click on any of the images to be taken directly to that item. Orders placed online using the monthly Host Code will be entered to win the month’s rewards.

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Perfectly Plaid Photopolymer Stamp Set (En)

Pine Tree Punch

Wrapped In Plaid 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad

Perfectly Plaid Photopolymer Stamp Set (En)

CARD: Simply Plaid

2019-10-31T11:52:00.000-04:00

Sometimes the simple things in life give the most pleasure. Which is why I had to make this card when I saw the idea by another Demonstrator, Helga Hopen. This card features the Perfectly Plaid stamp set from the Holiday Catalogue.

There really aren't a lot of elements to this card. I've used Whisper White and Soft Suede card stock. The base is Whisper White measuring 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" and folded in half to become 5 1/2" x 4 1/4". Another piece of Whisper White is cut to measure 2 1/2" x 5 1/4". This is then run through the die cutting machine with the Scripty 3D embossing folder. Once embossed, it is adhered to the card base with Stampin' Dimensionals. Whisper White and Soft Suede card stock are then cut using the Stitched Shape dies. The pinecones are stamped using Soft Suede. The image is stamped, freshly inked and then immediately stamped again without reining to create the two tones. These squares are then given a hole punch in the top and a piece of the 3/16" Linen Trim is fed through the hole and tied in a bow. Stampin Dimenstionals stick this to the card. The sentiment is stamped in Soft Suede. A relatively easy card that will WOW those you give it to.

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3/16" (1 Cm) Braided Linen Trim

Soft Suede 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

Clear Block A

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Scripty 3D Embossing Folder

CARD: Sip, Sip Hooray

2019-10-30T11:02:00.000-04:00

Good day everyone, and thanks for stopping by. Today, I've got a project I CASEd from fellow Demonstrator Caroline Colgan. This adorable card features the Sip, Sip Hooray stamp set and coordinating Sip & Celebrate dies from the Holiday Catalogue.

This is such a versatile stamp set. It can be used to spread holiday cheer or salutations all year round.

The base for the card is Whisper White measuring 8 1/2" x 5 1/2". It's then folded in half to become 5 1/2" x 4 1/4". Another piece of Whisper White is cut to be 5" x 3 3/4". Mango Melody card stock is also cut to 5" x 3 3/4". The Whisper White layer is run through the die cutting machine with the bubbles die at the top. "Sip, Sip Hooray" is stamped on the same piece using Memento Tuxedo Black ink. This layer is then adhered directly on top of the Mango Melody card stock using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. Once assembled this is then adhered to the card base using Stampin' Dimensionals. On a scrap of Whisper White card stock, two wine glasses and the orange slice images are stamped with the Memento Ink. The wine is filled in using the coordinating stamp and Mango Melody Ink; while the orange slice I coloured using the same ink and a Blender Pen. A scrap of Mango Melody card stock is cut using the Stitched Shape dies. Metallic Silver thread is looped behind and adhered to the Stitched shape before being adhered with Dimensionals. The Wine glasses are then adhered to the Mango Melody piece. Finish off the card with some Basic Adheive-Backed Sequins and you've got a card perfect for any occasion.

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Sip Sip Hooray Bundle (En)

Sip & Celebrate Dies

Basic Adhesive-Backed Sequins

Blender Pens

Stamparatus

Silver Metallic Thread

Mango Melody 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad

Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

Seasonal Wreaths Photopolymer Stamp Set

Stampers Showcase Blog Hop: It's Fall Y'all

2019-10-28T08:00:00.000-04:00

Happy Fall Y'all! That's the theme for this month's Stampers Showcase Blog Hop. Thank you all for stopping by. If you're new, and unsure what a hop is all about, let me explain real quick. A hop, is a group of stampers like myself, who partner to bring to you inspiration around a particular theme. You'll see a button towards the end of this post to take you to the next blog, and so on and so forth. So have fun and feel free to leave me a comment to let me know you were here!

Without further ado, here's my project for this months hop.

I decided to create a decor piece for this hop. I used a variety of stamp sets from the annual catalogue and the holiday catalogues. If we start in the top left, the sentiment I've used is from the Seasonal Wreaths stamp set. Below that, the beautiful tin can milk jug image is from Country Home; and, lastly the tree is from Rooted in Nature. Above the tree, I've used the Come To Gather DSP to cut out the adorable pumpkins. I've framed these using the Stitched Nesting Dies. At the top right, I've used the Season Layers dies to create a branch with changing leaves. The leaves are sponged using Soft Suede and Cajun Craze inks to given them the feel that they're turning colours. Each of the blocks have sponged edges to give a more distressed, country ambiance. I love how this piece now looks framed in a 9" x 9" shadow box (the Ribba from Ikea works perfectly). It's a great addition to your fall decorating this year.

If you've enjoyed my take on this month's theme, be sure to hop along with everyone participating. Click on the button below to be taken to Rick Adkins' contribution.

Happy hopping!

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Country Home Photopolymer Stamp Set

Rooted In Nature Cling-Mount Stamp Set

Come To Gather Designer Series Paper

Stitched Nested Labels Dies

Tin Tile 3D Embossing Folder

Seasonal Layers Dies

Foam Adhesive Strips