The texture was added to Early Espresso Core'dinations card stock and then sanded to reveal the lighter card stock core.  The stamp sets are Clockworks for the background and Teeny Tiny Wishes for the greeting.

I had to create a graduation card the same time I created this card so I thought of using the same layout.

I tweaked the layout a but, but if you would like to see the finished creation - hop over to my Jill Stamps Facebook Page!

Have a great day!

This is a card/gift card holder that I created for my foster son's teacher.  It features the Chalk Talk stamp set and coordinating Chalk Talk Framelits. 

After running the Basic Black card stock through the Alphabet Press Embossing Folder, I brayered it with Whisper White Craft Ink for a chalkboard effect.

The inside features the Seriously stamp that I received in one of my Paper Pumpkin kits. 

I actually enclosed a Starbucks gift card, but only had the DQ card at the time of the photo.  Yes, we drove to Starbucks on the way to school this morning....I'm a little last minute.

The dimensions of the Real Red card:  4 1/4" x 10 1/2".  Score at 4 1/2" and 9".  Fold up the 1 1/2" panel  and adhere sides to create the pocket.

This card I created for my son, Hunter, who graduated from 8th grade last night.  The Alphabet Press folder adds great texture and looks pretty masculine on this card.

Check Out Alphabet Press Embossing Folder

You will love this folder!

Here is a picture of my son, Hunter, and husband, Bret.  We are very proud parents.

Happy Friday to you!

Here is the birthday boy (on the right) with his friend John.

The card features the exclusive Seriously stamp set that I received in one of my Paper Pumpkin project kits.  Love it!

Have you checked out Paper Pumpkin yet?  A monthly project kit right to your mail box!  A little creative escape right to your door!  Woot!

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Golf Punch Art Card Details:

• Putting green is an Extra-Large Oval Punch of Old Olive card stock
  
• Hole is the medium sized circle from the Owl Builder Punch
• Use a toothpick for the flag pole.
• Flag is Real Red card stock punched with the Pennant Builder Punch and then trimmed down but cutting the straight edge off.
• "#1" stamped with Designer Typeset Photopolymer stamp set
• Ball is a Pearl Jewel

Easy peasy and really fun to create! 

If you need more ideas for Father's Day or any masculine project you are working on, check out these posts:

MASCULINE PROJECTS

Thanks for stopping by today!

Chris Occhipinti created this bright and fun card "Just for You"!

Pam Hirschberg designed this fun card that has so much dimension!

Both cards feature these fun, new products:

The Mosaic Madness stamp set.

The coordinating Mosaic Punch and...

And the bright and fun Quatrefancy Designer Series Paper!  Love product coordination!!

And I mentioned, "Great Minds Think Alike"....I used these products on my swap card too!

If you would like to check out my card, pop over to my Jill Stamps Facebook Page.

Have a great day!

We have a NEW Best of 25 Stamp set! 

Best of Greetings stamp set! 

These are definitely some of my favorite greetings over the years! 

View All Best of 25 Stamp Sets

Check out the NEWEST Photopolymer stamp set -

Wanderlust! 

Check Out All Photopolymer Stamp Sets

We have a NEW special for June!

3 fabulous greeting stamp sets are 25% off!

View Grab Your Greetings stamp sets

And for the Old...

Today is the LAST DAY to order products

from the 2013 Retiring Lists!

View Retiring Stamps Online

View Retiring Accessories Online

**Note:  Be sure to arrow past page 10!! 

There are many more than 10 pages of products

in both the Retiring Stamps and Accessories!!**

Thanks so much for checking in. 

Please, let me know if you have any questions. 

Today's the Day!!

The NEW 2013-2014 Stampin' Up!

Annual Catalog is LIVE Now!!

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And of course,

you'll need the supply list for all the beautiful projects!

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Eek!  I'm just so excited and I hope you are too!

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Thanks for being here.

Scrapbook all your summer fun with the Anchors Away Kit!  A fun and bright nautical-themed kit to help bring on summer.

Brighten up your computer screen with the fun Anchors Away Wallpaper for June 2013.  As always, this wallpaper download is FREE! Woot!

Remember, until June 15th, a large selection of digital downloads are 25% off!  Plus, all print services are 25% off too!!

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Stampin' Up!

Retirement Party!

 Ends TODAY - MAY 28, 2013

And you could WIN the hostess benefits!!

Don't miss your chance to order

your favorite products from the Retired Lists. 

View Retiring Stamps

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Retiring Accessories are only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!!

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and use Hostess Code:76UB9RDX

 and you will join the party!!

Don't use this code if your merchandise totals $150 or more!

Take the hostess shopping dollars for yourself!

This cute project features the Morning Cup stamp set and the Petite Pocket Die for the big shot  -  BOTH ARE RETIRING!!

*I realize that I mistakenly published two different ending dates for this party - but my mistake is your gain!  We are going with the last date - TODAY!!*

All orders using this code will be entered into the drawing. 

WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

**1 winner will receive the $25 FREE MERCHANDISE SHOPPING SPREE if the orders for April 23-May 28,2013 total $150 - $199.

OR

**2 or more winners will split the $30 or more FREE MERCHANDISE SHOPPING SPREE (see hostess chart in the catalog) when orders for April 23-May 28,2013 total above $200

1 or more winners will get to select a 1/2 price item if the total of all orders is over $400

If you are ordering $150 or more, please DO NOT USE THE CODE.. please select all the hostess benefits for yourself!

**Enter Hostess Code in the box in the bottom left corner of your shopping screen before you check out.**

Please let me know

if you have any questions - Email Jill!

Thanks so much!  Good Luck!

Let me help you plan some time for YOU!!

Here are a few ideas:

1. Have a Party!  Let's schedule a Stampin' Up! Party together!  We'll invite your friends, I'll plan some fun projects and we will have a couple of hours of great crafty time.

This is a card that workshop attendees created in April.

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     2.  Join a Club!  I offer two different club options for you:

• 6/25 Club:  Local clients can join my 6/25 Club which includes a free monthly class!  Yes, a night to come to my place, learn new techniques, play with new product and enjoy the company of fellow paper-crafters!

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I would love to help you find creative therapy time! 

Please contact me if you have any questions

or would like to schedule a party date!

 

#3 - Creating IS my job (and a tax write off!) - Yes, I have to create as a part of my work.  I love that I get to do something I LOVE, share it with others and call it work!

#2 - Flexibility - I work my business WHEN I want and HOW I want.  I set my own goals that work for my family and I, and I work my business when it works for my family!!

And the #1 thing I love

about being a Stampin' Up! Business Owner....

#1 - THE PEOPLE!!

I've said it before and will continue to...I am so blessed by all of the people in my life because of my Stampin' Up! Business!!

From my clients...

to my Icy Inkers downline team....

to fellow demonstrators who I have met over the years....

to Stampin' Up! Co-founder and CEO, Shelli Gardner....

THE PEOPLE ARE MY #1 FAVORITE THING

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Stampin' Up!

Retirement Party!

(Extended!) Ends MAY 24, 2013

And you could WIN the hostess benefits!!

Don't miss your chance to order

your favorite products from the Retired Lists. 

View Retiring Stamps

View Retiring Accessories

Retiring Accessories are only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!!

ORDER ONLINE NOW

and use Hostess Code:76UB9RDX

 and you will join the party!!

Don't use this code if your merchandise totals $150 or more!

Take the hostess shopping dollars for yourself!

Whether you want Button Buddies stamp set....

The French Foliage stamp set....

or the Fancy Favors Die for the Big Shot,

Get them NOW before they are gone forever!!

Retirement Party Details:

All orders using this code will be entered into the drawing. 

WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

**1 winner will receive the $25 FREE MERCHANDISE SHOPPING SPREE if the orders for April 23-May 24,2013 total $150 - $199.

OR

**2 or more winners will split the $30 or more FREE MERCHANDISE SHOPPING SPREE (see hostess chart in the catalog) when orders for April 23-May 24,2013 total above $200

1 or more winners will get to select a 1/2 price item if the total of all orders is over $400

If you are ordering $150 or more, please DO NOT USE THE CODE.. please select all the hostess benefits for yourself!

**Enter Hostess Code in the box in the bottom left corner of your shopping screen before you check out.** 

Contact Me with any questions.

Thanks so much!!

The colors are Always Artichoke, Bashful Blue, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso and Old Olive.  The top Early Espresso panel has the woodgrain texture from the Woodgrain Embossing Folder.  A bit of Linen Thread is wrapped around for fun.

The Lovely As A Tree stamp set is so beautiful and is a classic for sure.  First released in 2001, this stamp set is a great choice for masculine cards.  You just can't beat great lines!

And, it will be back in the NEW 2013-2014 Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog!  Yep, it continues to be a favorite!

Did you request your copy of the NEW 2013-2014 Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog??  I mail it to your FREE!!

I Want A

2013-2014 Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog

If you are a new client to me, please include your name, mailing address and a contact phone number.  I will give you a quick call, we'll chat and your catalog will be on it's way!!

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  Go Love a Tree today!  I love these trees....

Yes, I originally come from the land of the Redwoods -  Humboldt County, California!  I miss seeing these beautiful giants!

Have a great day!

This Champagne Glimmer Paper has the the Elegant Lines texture added.  So pretty though, I know the photo just can't do it justice.

This Bordering on Romance card has Silver Glimmer Paper that has the Square Lattice Texture added. 

Glimmer Paper adds so much fun to your projects!!  And you will continue to see it in the NEW 2013-2014 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog!

Did you request your free catalog from me yet??  I would love to send you a copy.  Email me your request by clicking the link below:

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2013-2014 Stampin' Up! Catalog Please!!

If you are new to me, please include your mailing address and a phone number where I can reach you.  I will give you a quick phone call, we'll chat, and your catalog will go postal!

Have a great day!!

Shop Online for Stampin' Up! project supplies!

STAMPS:

Artistic Etchings (RETIRING) -118517W/120573C

Creative Elements - 122645W/122647C

CARD STOCK AND PAPER:

Very Vanilla - 101650

Early Espresso -119686

Calypso Coral -122925

Soft Suede -115318

Champagne Glimmer Paper - 127885

INK:

Calypso Coral -126983

Early Espresso - 126974

Soft Suede - 126978

ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS:

Big Shot Die Cutting Machine -113439

Elegant Lines Embossing Folder - 119277

Antique Brads - 117273

Punch, 1 3/4" Circle - 119850

Punch, 2 3/8" Scallop Cirlcle - 118874

Calypso Coral Ruffled Ribbon - 122976

Shop Online for Stampin' Up! project supplies!

STAMPS:

CARD STOCK AND PAPER:

Whisper White -100730

Basic Black -121045

So Saffron -105118

Silver Glimmer Paper - 124005

INK:

StazOn Jet Black - 101406

Lucky Limeade Marker -123002

Raspberry Ripple Marker - 126856

So Saffron Marker -119700

Blender Pens - 102845

ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS:

Big Shot Die Cutting Machine -113439

Square Lattice Embossing Folder - 119976

3/16" Corner Punch -119871

Scallop Trim Border Punch -118402

Raspberry Ripple Stitched Satin Ribbon - 126845

Lucky Limeade Desinger Printed Brad - 122940

The card also features three retiring colors: Not Quite Navy, Bashful Blue and River Rock.

The splatter effect was done using a Not Quite Navy Stampin' Write Marker and our Color Spritzer Tool - also retiring!

Don't miss ordering these and your other favorite retiring Stampin' Up! products before May 31st!!

View Retiring Stamps List

View Retiring Accessories List

Plus, you get in on my Retirement Party when you place your Online Order!!

Check Out Retirement Party Details

Be sure to use the RETIRMENT PARTY HOSTESS CODE!!

I created this card for my son, Wyatt's, 12th birthday in April. 

Here's Wyatt, front and center, surrounded by his awesome friends!  Love these boys.

Happy Monday to you!

Don't you just love the little envelope you can create using the Petal Card Double Punch?!  So cute and fun!

On this card I created a mini envelope and then inserted a mini card!  The tiny stamped images come from the Tiny Tags stamp set.

Paper Piercing and sponged Whisper White Ink were added around the edges of the Not Quite Navy card stock.

Lots of retiring product on this card:

• Petal Card Double Punch - retiring
• Tiny Tags stamp set - retiring
• Not Quite Navy and River Rock colors - retiring

Be sure to check out the retiring lists:

• 2013 Stampin' Up! Retiring Stamps
• 2013 Stampin' Up! Retiring Accessories

Then place your order as a part of my Retirement Party!  Win the hostess shopping dollars!!

OOH, here is something else fun....

 I'm giving away a Fancy Friends Card Kit over on my Facebook Page on Friday, May 10th!!

Just come over and LIKE my Jill Stamps Facebook Page and you are entered!!  Woot!!

Have a great day!

Are you looking for that perfect sentiment for your Mother's Day card creations? 

Let me walk you through the current 2012-2013 Stampin' Up! Annual and 2013 Spring Catalogs and give you some ideas of stamp sets you can use!

• "Thanks So Much" - Oh, Hello, pg. 4 Spring Catalog

• "You're Such An Amazing Mother" - Amazing Family, pg. 7 Spring Catalog

• "Queen For A Day" - You Rule, pg. 8 Spring Catalog

• "You're Unforgettable" - Henry Says, pg. 15 Spring Catalog

• "Happy Day", "Love" and "#1" - Ciao, Baby!, pg. 16 Spring Catalog

• All Sayings - Feel Goods, pg. 21 Spring Catalog

• "Lucky" - pg. 24 Spring Catalog - "Lucky" to Have a great mom

• "Just for You" & "Thinking of You" - A Little Greeting, pg. 25 Spring Catalog

• "I Love You" - Cross My Heart, pg. 26 Spring Catalog

• "Blowing Wishes Your Way" - Wishes Your Way, pg. 33 Spring Catalog

• "Adoption is when a baby grows in its mother's heart instead of her tummy." - Cuddles & Kisses, pg. 33 Spring Catalog

• "Giving thanks for God's Gift of Love and the Joy we share through Christ the Lord." - Come to Bethlehem, pg. 20  Annual Catalog

• "Peace Joy Happiness" - Rejoicing with You, pg. 21 Annual Catalog

• "Hope today finds you feeling as loved as you really are." - You Are Loved, pg. 24 Annual Catalog

• All Sayings - Wonderful Mother, pg. 26 Annual Catalog

• "World's Greatest" - World's Greatest, pg. 32 Annual Catalog

• "Best" - Blue Ribbon, pg. 33 Annual Catalog

• "You're Amazing" - You're Amazing, pg. 33 Annual Catalog

• "Thanks for Your Support" - For the Birds, pg. 34 Annual Catalog

• "Sending You Love" - Easy Events, pg. 34 Annual Catalog

• "Thanks for Car-ing" - Road to Happiness, pg. 37 Annual Catalog

• "Thinking of You" - Embellished Events, pg. 40 Annual Catalog

• "Especially For You" - Made for You, pg. 44 Annual Catalog

• "Thanks a Bunch" - Kidoodles, pg. 50 Annual Catalog

• "A Little Treat for Someone So Sweet" - Got Treats, pg. 51 Annual Catalog

• "My thoughts are free to go anywhere, but it's surprising how many times they head in your direction." - Lean on Me, pg. 52 Annual Catalog

• "God Bless You" - Crosses of Hope, pg. 55 Annual Catalog

• "24-7" - Pretty Postage, pg. 57 Annual Catalog

• "Just for You" - Tea Shoppe, pg. 57 Annual Catalog

• "Happy Dirtday" - I Dig You, pg. 69 Annual Catalog (for those mom's who want to spend the day in the garden)

• "All I want for you is the best of everything" - Best of Everything, pg. 76 Annual Catalog

• "Just for You" - Just Believe, pg. 77 Annual Catalog

• "With Love" - Field Flowers, pg. 78 Annual Catalog

• "Your kindness makes such a difference" - Blooming with Kindness, pg. 87 Annual Catalog

• "Blessings" - Take Care, pg. 91 Annual Catalog

• "We meet no ordinary people in our lives. C.S. Lewis" - Summer Solstice, pg. 93 Annual Catalog

• "So Grateful" - Apothecary Art, pg. 102 Annual Catalog

• "For You" and "Heartfelt" - Layered Labels, pg. 103 Annual Catalog

• "Love" - Lovely LIttle Labels, pg. 105 Annual Catalog

• "XOXO" - Hoop La La, pg. 111 Annual Catalog

• "For You" - Elements of Style, pg. 113 Annual Catalog

• "Sincere, True, Kind, Caring, Sweet, Wise, Happy, Loved" - Decorate a Daisy, pg. 115 Annual Catalog

• "Treat yourself like your own best company." - Creative Elements, pg. 126 Annual Catalog

• "Celebrate Today" - Perfectly Penned, pg. 132 Annual Catalog

• "Happy Mother's Day" - Teeny Tiny Wishes, pg. 133 Annual Catalog

• Lots of image options - Fabulous Phrases, pg. 133 Annual Catalog

• "You mean so much to so many people"  - One in a Million, pg. 135 Annual Catalog

• "God Bless You" - Trust God, pg. 136 Annual Catalog

• "Heaven knows you're special.  (I know it too.)" - Blessings from Heaven, pg. 136 Annual Catalog

• Many Options - Loving Thoughts, pg. 136 Annual Catalog

• "You are Simply Wonderful" - Friendly Phrases, pg. 137 Annual Catalog

• Many Options - Family Reunion, pg. 138 Annual Catalog

• "For my wonderful mother" - Delightful Dozen, pg 140 Annual Catalog

• "For you from me" - A Word for You, pg. 141 Annual Catalog

• "A gift for You" - Bring On The Cake, pg. 142 Annual Catalog

Does that give you some ideas of stamp sets that you can use that aren't specifically Mother's Day themed?  I hope so!!

An early Happy Mother's Day to all you women out there who make a difference in a life and are called MOM!

Yep, they are leaving on May 30th! 

But remember, we are partying!!

Stampin' Up!

Retirement Party!

Ends MAY 17, 2013

And you could WIN the hostess benefits!!

Don't miss your chance to order

your favorite products from the Retired Lists. 

Retiring Accessories are only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!!

ORDER ONLINE NOW

and use Hostess Code:76UB9RDX

 and you will join the party!!

View Party Details!!

Don't use this code if your merchandise totals $150 or more!

Take the hostess shopping dollars for yourself!

Contact Me with questions.

PS - I made the card above for my team member Kendra and her new little princess Hadley!

Hadley attended her first Icy Inkers team meeting last week! 

Thanks so much for being here!

This bright and cheery card, created by Pam Hirschberg, features the Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper in the Spring Catalog.

Deb Wayne also used the Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper.  But, she used the umbrella pattern and paired it with butterflies!  Fun.

Line Critchfield created this bold and fun card.  Each card stock strip is embossed using the Chevron Embossing Folder.  Super cute!

Just love Swallowtail butterfly card created by Kendra Wahl.  Kendra stamped stamped the image with bleach on Melon Mambo card stock.  The splatter you see is Smooch Spritz and it is so pretty!

Anita Pirkle used the Inlaid Embossing technique on her creation.  Anita adhered card stock circle punches to the Whisper White card stock and then ran it through the Big Shot with Argyle Embossing Folder.  Cool!

Chris Occhipinti created this fun and trendy card using the Epic Day Designer Series Paper and Washi Tape.  You will see these products again in the new 2013-2014 Annual Catalog!  However, her greeting is from the Word Play stamp set and it will be retiring on May 30th!!  Great card Chris.

I love all these creations and I love my team. 

If you are ready to earn money

and have fun doing something you love. 

Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator today!!

Until May 31st,

you will receive an

additional $30 in catalog product of your choice

with your Demonstrator Starter Kit!

Join for just $99

and receive $155 in catalog merchandise of your choice

and $60 in business supplies!!

Get More Information

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Happy Friday!!

May is National Scrapbooking Month!!  And to celebrate, Stampin' Up! is offering 25% off a huge selection of My Digital Studio digital content AND print products!!

Check Out Discounted Digtial Content

Whether you are celebrating a birthday....

Bday Under Construction Ensemble

Or the arrival of a new baby....

How cute is the Hello World Ensemble!!

Or you baby is grown and graduating....

Check out the Embark Graduate Ensemble

My Digital Studio has you covered

for any and every event!! 

And until June 15th,

these and many more are 25% off!!

Shop My Digital Studio Sale

Plus, all print products are 25% off too!!

Check Out Print Products Sale

And of course, as a part of Stampin' Up!'s 25th Anniversary, we have a new Best Of stamp set for May!!

The NEW Best of Brides & Babies showcases some of our favorite wedding, anniversary and baby themed images from the last 25 years!

Just too many fun new products and opportunities for you!  Please contact me if I can be of any help.