Ribbon Bookmarks - Mini Tutorial & Thirty-One Products

 I was playing around the other day with some of my leftover ribbon pieces.   I had seen a similar bookmark in an Etsy Store a while back with a much larger paperclip.

The bookmarks are easy to make.  I took a larger paperclip, tied 4 different colors of ribbon (old olive, basic black, whisper white, and a Pink Pirouette.  I actually knotted the riboon twice, then pulled together using a decorative brad.

Be careful that you knot the ribbon on the correct end of the paperclip, otherwise it will not slide onto the book page to mark your spot.

Thought they would make great small gifts, stocking stuffers, or a just because gift.

You can find extra-large paperclips at most office supply stores in packs of 10 if you want a larger paperclip for the bookmark.

Thirty-One Products

A dear friend of mine, Lisa McBurney, is now a Thirty-One Representative.   If you would like to learn more about these products or make a purchase, please stop by her website:  

http://www.mythirtyone.com/220984/ 

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
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Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Notepad Cover Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Products Used: 

Concord Crush Card Stock, item #119792 – 1 piece 8” x  8 ½” (Card Base)

Blushing Bride Card Stock, item #119796 -  1 piece 4 ¼” x 5 ½” (3 leaves & one 5 petal flower)

Pear Pizzazz Card Stock, item #119795 – 1 piece  4 ¼” x 5 ½” (3 leaves)

Poppy Parade Card Stock, item #119793 – 1 piece  for  1 Blossom Flower punch

Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper, item #125409 – 1 piece 3 ¼” x 7”

Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads, item #125589

5/8” Organza Ribbon, item #114319 – 1 piece 8” long

SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332

Multipurpose Liquid Glue, item #110755

Sticky Strip, item #104294

Paper Snips, item #103579 (I have one for card stock and one for ribbon)

Blossom Petals Builder Paper Punch, item #121808

5 Petal Flower Paper Punch, item #119880

Blossom Paper Punch, item #125603 (is retiring ... only while supplies last)

Paper Piercing Tool, item #116631

Mat Pack, item #105826

Bone Folder, item #102300

Simply Scored Scoring Tool, item #122334

Misc Supplies:

Barrel style ink pen with cap

Note pad 3 ½” x 7 ½”  ($1 bins at many stores have these)

Scotch Tape

Directions:

1.        On the 8 ½” side of the Concord Crush , Score at 4 1/8” and 4 ½”

a.       Crisply fold the creases with your bone folder.

b.      One side will be slightly more narrow.  This will be the part that the tablet will attach to.

                                                               i.      Fold over one of the crease lines and using the other crease line as your guide (do NOT cut beyond this crease) snip at:  1 ¾”, 2 ¼”, 3 ½” and 4”     (This will create your tabs to hold the pen).

                                                             ii.      Push in the tabs, now make sure your pen will slide in and hook.

c.        Using Sticky Strip, attach the note pad to your base.   Be sure that the ribbon on the pad does not show over the top of the cover.

2.        Attach the piece of ribbon to the 3 ¼” x 7” Summer Smooches DSP using Sticky Strip or SNAIL.

a.       Attach this piece to cover  using Sticky Strip or SNAIL.

3.        Punch out the following:

a.       Pear Pizzazz – 3 leaves

b.       Blushing Bride – 3 leaves and one 5 petal flower

c.       Poppy Parade – 1 Blossom

d.      To assemble:

                                                               i.      Using Multipurpose glue, attach 5 petal flower to blossom.

1.       Using Paper Piercing tool, attach the brad.

                                                             ii.      Using Multipurpose glue, attach the 6 leaves alternating colors.

4.        Using Sticky Strip, attach flower to the front of your cover.

 Isn't this a great gift idea!!!!!  It was a big hit at class on Friday.  The card stock used is the retiring In-Colors, but remember you can make these with any color combination you would like.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Embossed Petite Purse Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Products Used:

Poppy Parade Card Stock, item #119793 – 1 piece 5 ½” x 8 ½”

Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper, item #125409 – 1 small piece for brad accent

Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads, item #125589 (or brad of choice)

SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332

Glue Dots, item #103683

Multipurpose Liquid Glue, item #110755

Sticky Strip, item #104294

Paper Piercing Tool, item #116631

Mat Pack, item #105826

Bone Folder, item #102300

Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, item #11735

Petite Purse BigZ L Die, item #125606 (available June 1st, 2012)

Directions:

1.        Cut out Petite Purse using the BigZ L die.

2.       Emboss ½ of the purse, then the other half.   Use the score line as the divide.   This way you can emboss the complete purse in 2 steps.

3.       Crisply crease all score lines.

4.       Attach Sticky Strip to the tags then assemble.

5.       Using Glue Dots, attach handle to inside part of the purse.

6.       Using the Bone Folder, slightly curl the top piece.

7.       Punch out flower … attach brad using paper piercing tool.

a.       Attach to purse flap with Glue Dots.

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Double Pocket Cards With Bookmark - Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Products Used:

Paper Stacks 2011-2013 In Color, item #122384  - 1 piece 8 ½ x 11, 1 piece 1” x 4 ¼”

Matching In-Color Card Stock of choice – Pg 176 of main catalog

                Sample above uses:   Wisteria Wonder, item #122922 – 1 piece  4 ¼” x 11

Whisper White Card Stock, item #100730 – 1 piece 5” x 6” and 1 piece 2” x 7”

Mixed Bunch Stamp Set, item #125535 – Wood OR #125537 - Clear

Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine, item #113439

BigZ Die – Two Tags, item #115954

Jewels – Pearls, item #119247

Early Espresso Classic Ink, item #119670

SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332

Multipurpose Liquid Glue, item #110755

Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Paper Punch, item #119275

5 Petal Flower Paper Punch, item #119880

Blossom Paper Punch, item #125063

Simply Scored Scoring Tool, item #122334

Diagonal Plate for Simply Scored Scoring Tool, item #125586

Bone Folder, item #102300

Directions:

1.      Using the Big Shot cut out the two tags in Whisper White.

2.       Stamp 3 flower images on the Wisteria Wonder Card Stock and punch them out using the Blossom Punch.

a.       Punch out 3 solid Wisteria Wonder Blossom flowers.

b.      Layer/off-set the flowers so that the stamped image is on top. (SNAIL or Multipurpose Glue)

c.       Attach a small pearl to the center of each.

d.      Attach 1 to the bookmark tag SNAIL or Multipurpose Glue)

e.      Set the other 2 flower aside for later.

3.       Using Wisteria Wonder, punch out two 5 Petal Flowers. 

a.       Layer/off-set the flowers using SNAIL or Mulitpurpose Glue.

b.      Attach a small pearl to the center.

c.       Attach to the larger tag using Multipurpose Glue – part of the flower will be higher than the tag, so put the glue on the tag NOT the flower itself.   I find that the slit in the tag is a good stopping spot for the glue.  Glue will be above the slit, not below

 

4.       Creating your card base:

a.       Using the 8 ½” x 11” piece of Designer Series Paper (Paper Stack) – Simply Scored Scoring Tool

                                                               i.      8 ½ “ side …. Score at 4 ¼”

                                                             ii.      11” side …. Score at 5 ½”

b.      Using the Diagonal Plate

                                                               i.      8 ½” side … Score at 4 ½”

                                                             ii.      Turn paper … 8 ½” side … score at 4 ½”

                                                            iii.      (no scoring on the 11” side on the diagonal plate)

c.       Crisply crease all your score lines on the card base.  Do the 4 ¼” and 5 ½” creases first and lay card stock flat.

                                                               i.      With corners placed inward (lower right corner and upper left), fold card up

                                                             ii.      Then fold left to right.

                                                            iii.      This creates your two pockets.

5.       Punch out the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border using the 2” x 7” piece of Whisper White.

a.       Place SNAIL on top of the front crease, then place ribbon on top.

b.      Trim to fit.

6.       Attach the small piece of DSP across the bottom of the front of the card.

7.       Attach the remaining two flowers to the front.

8.       Slide in bookmark in the front pocket.

9.       Slide in tag in the inside pocket.

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Hearts, Shamrock, 4 Leaf Clover, and Balloons - Mini Tutorial

Let's start with 4 hearts.   Perfect for a Valentine, Anniversary, I love You and so much more.

Take 3 of the hearts and by simply placing them as above and adding in a stem with a Stampin' Write Marker, you've created a shamrock perfect for an Irish Blessing, St. Patrick's Day and more.

 

With the 4 hearts placed as above and a stem added using a Stampin' Write Marker, you have created a 4 Leaf Clover perfect for wishing someone "Good Luck" or for St. Patrick's Day.

Wait, there's more ... LOL

Add a line to each heart and create a bouquet of balloons perfect for a birthday, anniversary, I Love You, and more.

Hearts are not just for Valentine's Day and can be made in many different colors.  They come in so many sizes too from tiny to quite large from Stampin' Up!  The hearts could be embossed or stamped images to add texture and effect.  What would you make with a heart(s)???  Any ideas????

Stampin' Up! Hearts:

Framelits Dies - Hearts Collection, item #125599

Embosslits Dies - calloped Heart of Hearts, item #117332

Full Heart Paper Punch, item #119883

Heart to Heart Paper Punch, item #119881

Small Heart Paper Punch, item #117193

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Easter Basket Using Blossom Paper Punch

 All punched out and ready to assemble.

Put together and ribbons added to the sides.

Filled with Easter Eggs

Have you ever seen an idea that you just had to try the minute you saw it?  Well, that's how I felt when I saw the video that Qbee (AKA Brenda) posted to her blog.

I made one immediately, then punched out the items needed for 3 more.   I ran to the store (Easter supplies are now everywhere) to see what I could find that wouldn't be candy.   I'm going to use these as gift items and wanted them to be something that could be kept if the recipient wanted.  These eggs are actually Styrofoam.  I also found many, many candy items that would work well too.

The baskets were so much fun to make.   I tied little ribbons on the sides too using glue dots.  I wouldn't recommend carrying the baskets by their handle.  I consider it a bit more decorative than functional especially if candy is in the tiny basket.   These would make great decorations at each dinner place on Easter.  Could be done in any color too.   Perfect for party favors --- wouldn't need to be just for Easter.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Card Stock of your choice
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border, item #119275
Blossom Paper Punch, item #125603
Multipurpose Liquid Glue, item #110755
1/8" Taffeta Ribbon - Very Vanilla, item #119960
Mini Glue Dots, item #103683

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Brand New Simply Scored Diagonal Plate AND In Color Retirement Information

Simply Scored Diagonal Plate will be available for purchase as of March 1st.  This promotion runs from March 1st thru May 31st, 2012.    I was able to pre-order mine because I am a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.   I received it yesterday.  It was so quick and easy to make an envelope out of card stock.  

 
Product Features (Simply Scored Diagonal Plate, item #125586)

• Sits on top of the Simply Scored base
• Held securely in place by rubber pads on back of the plate
• Has etched grooves every 1/8"
• Can score any size card stock up to 12" x 12"
• Includes instructions for creating common envelope sizes
• Coordinating products included
  • Simply Scored (item 122334)
  • Simply Scored Place Markers (item 125625)
  • Simply Scored Stylus (item 125624)
  • Bone Folder (item 102300)

Here's a video telling you more about it.  If you are reading this via e-mail, you will not be able to view the video unless you come to my blog.



I think this is a great tool and will get lots of use at my house (and yours too).   Remember to work properly it needs to be used with the Simply Scored Base.

I also wanted to remind you that every two years Stampin' Up! retires 5 In Colors and then introduces 5 new In Colors.   That means our 2010 - 2012 In Colors will retire as of May 31st.   The stamp pads, ink refills, card stock, Designer Series Paper, ribbons, brads etc are all affected if they contain an In Color.   Once the retirements are announced these will sell quickly.   I highly recommend if you have an In Color you LOVE and want more of, to purchase it now while there are supplies on hand.   As we get closer to the retirement date, there is a much greater chance of a complete sell out.  The 2011-2013 In Colors will still be available for one more year.


2010-2012 In Colors that will retire as of May 31st:
Peach Parfait
Poppy Parade
Pear Pizzazz
Concord Crush
Blushing Bride
 
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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Blossom Paper Punch Flower Tutorial

I have had many requests for a tutorial on how to make the Blossom Paper Punch Flowers that were featured on my February 17th blog post and my February 15th blog post.   I think a few photos would be helpful in showing you how to create these beautiful flowers.

Here are all the pieces punched out.
Blossom Punch Flower:  Punch 3, each a different color.
...... Cut the 2 that will be shadows into 6 piece pieces.
...... Do not cut the 3rd Blossom Flower. I will refer to this as the main flower.
3/4" Paper Punch:  Punch 1, Very Vanilla (or color of your choice)
Modern Label Punch:  Punch 3 of the same color
Build a Blossom Paper Punch:  Punch 3 leaves of same color and style.

Put multi-purpose liquid glue no more than half up the pie shaped very vanilla piece.  Using liquid glue will allow movement for perfect placement of the petal shadow.   Do all 6 shadows.   I find it is easier if I work with the Main Flower facing me.

Photo of the back of the flower with all 6 very vanilla shadow pieces in place.

Repeat shadowing steps with the other pie shaped piece of paper.

The Modern Label Punch pieces (3) are glued and layered across the Main Flower Piece.  Very complimentary to the scalloped edges of the flower.

Now add in the 3/4" circle.   Using a paper piercing tool, pierce a center hole in the flower center circle.  Rotate the piercing tool a bit to enlarge the hole.  Now add in your brad.   If you would prefer a button could be added instead.  Choice is yours.  If you use a button, no paper piercing is needed.

Last step is to glue your petals to the back of the flower.   I placed them at every other petal.  You definitely could add more in if you like more greenery showing.

Flower is now ready to be place on your card or gift item.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Blossom Paper Punch, item #125603
Modern Label Paper Punch, item #119849
3/4" Circle Paper Punch, item #119873
Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper, item #126154 (Sale-A-Bration item)
Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack, item #127279
Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650
Poppy Parade Card Stock, item #119793
Multipurpose Liquid Glue, item #110755
Paper Piercing Tool, item #116631
Mat Pack (use with paper piercing tool), item #105826

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Scallop Circle Fabric Ball - Great Gift Idea

 I've been having bursts of creativity the last two weeks going outside the box of creating more cards.   So far I've showcased my felt wreath, pin, melting crayon art, and now fabric balls.  I'm falling behind a bit on my card making ... LOL.  More cards on the way, I promise.    Sometimes when you get super motivated about a project, no matter what you have to create it.   Know you all understand.

 Start with a 4 inch Styrofoam ball and 3 packages of Stampin' Up! Fabric.  Each package has 3 fat quarters in it.   You will use between 8 to 9 fat quarters to complete this project.  The fabric shown here is called:  Designer Fabric - Twitterpated, item #125412.  Fabric was cut into 3" x 3" pieces.

Using your Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, cut out small scallop circles from the BigZ die called: Scallop Circle #2.   Because I was using cotton fabric that is much thinner than felt, I was able to cut out 8 layers of material at a time.  Made the project of cutting go so much quicker.

I took about 12" of ribbon, folded it in half.   The top 6 inches (3 inches on each side of the loop) is the handle and the remaining 3 inches on each side is attached to the ball.   Secure with a few straight pins.  Now as scallops are added, they will help secure it even more.

 The headed straight pin is placed in the very center of the scallop circle.

Fold the fabric up and around the top of the pin.

Now place the pin with fabric close to the other piece for a dense and full look.  Continue until you have filled in the whole ball.  

Here's the completed one above using Twitterpated Designer Fabric.

 This one was created using Timeless Portrait Designer Fabric, item #122337 from the main catalog.  It is black, white, with touches of red in it.

Products Used for this project:
One 4" Styrofoam Ball
Size 17 - 1 1/16 Ball Point Pins (they have a head on them) - I purchased 2 packs of 300.
Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, item #113439
Scallop Circles #2 BigZ Die, item #113469
Timeless Portrait Designer Fabric, item #122337
Twitterpated Designer Fabric, item #125412

Stampin' Up! Fabric listed above is 100% cotton.  Each pack comes with 3 assorted designs in it.  Each piece of fabric is approximately 27" x 18".   Each piece gives you 54 scallops if cut at 3" x 3" and a package would give you 162 scallops.   The completed ball is densely filled in will take approximately 486 scallop circles - this number is an approximate and will vary by individual.  It totally depends on how densely the ball is filled in.   I highly recommend buying 3 packages (9 pieces total of fabric) so there is NO chance of running out of fabric (trust me, I know this from personal experience ... LOL).  One suggestion is to cut out 2 of the 3 packages.   Then the last package cut when you have finished using the other two completely.   In my opinion you are going to need at least half of that last package.  Because of that you could cut the fat quarters in 1/2 so if you don't need it all you still have solid pieces left inside of 3" x 3" squares.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)