Easter Apple Blossom Card Tutorial

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Adornments - Vintage Flowers, item #121879  (24 to a set -- 8 each of 3 colors:  Very Vanilla, Rose Red, and Baja Breeze)
Pretty in Pink Card Stock, item #100459, 1 piece 5 ½” x 8 ½”
Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, item #119685, 1 piece 1” x 5 ½” and 1 scrap piece for the oval

Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650 … scrap piece will work
Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669
Old Olive Classic Ink, item #102277
Scallop Oval Paper Punch, item #119856
2" x 1 3/8" Oval Extra Large Paper Punch, item #119859

Uni-ball Signo Gel Pen – white, item #105021

SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332

Mini Glue Dots, item #103683

Directions:

1.  Score the 5 ½” x 8 ½” piece of Pretty in Pink Card Stock at 4 ¼”.  Fold with the bone folder.
2. Stamp the apple blossom design on the left side of the card front.
1. If you would like, accent the flowers with the gel pen.
3. Put SNAIL adhesive on the back of the 1” x 5 ½” piece of Cherry Cobbler Card Stock and attach to bottom of card.
1. Attach the Vintage Flower Adornment to this piece using a couple of mini glue dots.  Press firmly.
4. Punch out a 2” x 1 3/8” Oval in Cherry Cobbler
5. Stamp Happy Easter with Old Olive Classic Ink on a scrap of Very Vanilla Card Stock.
1. Punch out using the Scallop Oval Paper Punch.

                                                              i.      Attach this piece your large Cherry Cobbler oval.

                                                            ii.      Using dimensionals or SNAIL, attach to your card.

Today is the last day for Sale-a-Bration.  There is still time to earn free products from Stampin' Up! but you need to act quickly and before the end of the day.   If you wait to the last minute, you may miss out on this great opportunity. Sale-a-Bration only happens once a year. 

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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 Card Silhouette Tutorial

Stampin' Up! Products Used:

Easter Blossoms Stamp, item #121905 - Wood OR #122057 - Clear Mount

Big Shot Original Die, 3" Circle (for the shadow)

2 1/2" Circle Paper Punch, item #120906

Scallop Oval Paper Punch, item #119856

Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650 … 1 piece 5 ½” x 8 ½” and 1 piece 4” x 4”

Early Espresso Card Stock, item #119686 … 1 piece 2” x 5 ½” and 1 piece 4” x 4”

Early Espresso Classic Ink, item #119670

Old Olive Classic Ink, item #102277

1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Daffodil Delight, item #119770  … 6 ½” needed

Dimensionals

SNAIL Adhesive

Scotch Tape (non-Stampin’ Up! item)

Directions:

1.       Score the 5 ½” x  8 ½” piece of Very Vanilla at 4 ¼”.   Crisply fold with bone folder.

2.      Using the 2” x 5 ½” piece of Early Espresso card stock, attach your ribbon to it using SNAIL adhesive or scotch tape.

a.      Using SNAIL adhesive, attach to card base.

3.      Stamp the little girl image on Very Vanilla (4” x 4” piece), then punch the design out using the   2 ½” Circle Paper Punch.

4.      The 3” Circle is created using the die and the Big Shot – Early Espresso Card Stock (4” x 4”)

a.      Attached the stamped image to the Early Espresso Circle

b.      Put Dimensionals on the back, and attached the layered piece to your card.

5.      Stamp Happy Easter in the lower right corner using Old Olive Classic Ink.

 SALE-A-BRATION ENDS TOMORROW ... DON'T MISS OUT ON EARNING FREE PRODUCTS from Stampin' Up!.

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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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Changing a Holiday Stamp to Fit Any Occasion Plus MDS Downloads

 On March 19th, I showed you one of my favorite new stamps in the Mini Occasion Catalog.  It is called Easter Blossoms (item #121905 - Wood or #122057 - Clear Mount).   The little girl silhouette is so gorgeous and I want to use her year round.   She is carrying an basket of Easter eggs.   At class on Saturday this is one of the cards we made, and we discussed how it could be changed to use year round.

I took a tiny flower punch, curled up the petals and added in the pearl.  Now she is carrying a basket of flowers.

If you want to eliminate the basket completely, ink the stamp with a Stampin' Write Marker in the color of your choice but DON'T put any ink on the basket or handle.  Then just the girl and the grass will be in your silhouette.

There are NEW MDS downloads too.   You can view them on-line.

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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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A Touch of Pearls to Add Elegance

On March 20th (blog entry here) I showed you an example of this card.  It was one of the cards I taught at class on Saturday.   During class we discussed how it could be changed out by switching colors, doing glitter glue, and it was suggested that adding Stampin' Up! Basic Pearls (item #119247) would be a perfect touch.

I needed a Thank You card, so decided to try adding in the pearls.  I'm sure pleased with the results, and really think it adds a special touch to this card.

Just a reminder that Sale-a-Bration ends on Thursday.  

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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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WOW - Look how nice they go together.

I used the following products from Stampin' Up! to create this card.   So nice to have colors that mix and match so nicely together.  Also like that I can take card stock from one package and mix with another. 

Designer Series Paper & Quick Accent Pack, Ice Cream Parlor  (Sale-a-Bration item), item #122242
 .... this was used for the borders on each side of the card

Designer Series Paper, Botanical Gazette, item #121783 (Occasions Mini Catalog)
.....this was used for the centerpiece piece.  Love the butterflies on it.

Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper, item #122367
.....this was used for the cut-out flower and all of the tiny hearts.

Early Espresso Card Stock, item #119686

Jewels, Basic Pearls, item #119247

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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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Sneak Peek Using Shadow Technique for Decorative Label Punch

This is a card I made using the Decorative Label Punch Shadow Technique that was posted on my blog March 23rd.   There is also a video showing you how to create the shadow technique.

The DSP is Paisley Petals Designer, item #122367, which will be available during the month of April.   The flowers and tiny circles placed on the decorative labels are from the Sale-a-Bration pack called Ice Cream Parlor.   They are "quick accents" that you just lift up and place on your card stock.  They already have adhesive on them.  

Sale-a-Bration ends on March 31st.   Time is running out, so order soon so you don't miss out on earning FREE products.

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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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Botanical Gazette Card #2

This design is on one of the sheets of the Designer Series Paper called Botanical Gazette, item #121783.  I love how you can cut the designs down like this and then use them as a card front.  This DSP is only available thru the end of April.

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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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Botanical Gazette Card #1

Isn't this card great!!!  This design is on one of the sheets of the Designer Series Paper called Botanical Gazette, item #121783.

I cut the paper down to the exact size I needed to cover the card front.  Then using SNAIL adhesive attached it.

Quick and easy card.

Remember that this DSP is in the Occasions Mini catalog that is only valid thru the end of April.   Don't miss out.

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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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Creating a Shadow for the Decorative Label - Video Tutorial

I love the look of the shadow behind the Decorative Label.   It is very easy to create.   I have had a number of people ask me about it, so felt it was time to do a tutorial so you would know how to create the shadow too.

The photos above represent the cuts I made PLUS I have a brand new video showing you step by step how to create it.  To view the video you will need to come to my blog.   The video does not show up in the e-mails.



NOTE:   The holder I'm using in the video for the multi-purpose glue is a magnetic paperclip holder.  I purchased it at our local business supply store.  It was a fluke when I tried it.  It worked so well I've now use it all the time.

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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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My Digital Studio Downloads - March 22, 2011 (2nd post today)

Don't miss out on the newest digital downloads for Stampin' Up!'s My Digital Studio.  They were just released this morning.

DOWNLOADS

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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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Another Sneak Peek, Mother's Day Cards

The cards above were made using Four Frames Stamp Set (sneak peek) and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper (sneak peek also).   These products will not be available for purchase until April 1st.

The colors in the DSP package are:  Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobbler, Chocolate Chip, Marina Mist, Not Quite Navy, Old Olive, River Rock, Soft Suede and Tangerine Tango.   Some of the colors are softer versions than our solid color card stock.

Today I wanted to show you how changing out just the card base color could change the look of a card.   First card was made with the main color being Old Olive.  The 2nd card, I used Tangerine Tango.   When you make a card, don't hesitate to try a different color.  It really can make a difference.

Do you have a preference on which card you like better?   Feel free to leave a comment.

I used the same piece of DSP for the main design and the cut-out flower.  The cut-out flower was accented with our Basic Pearl Jewels, item #119247.

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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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Bugs and Kisses, Father's Day Card

 Just a fun card to make for Father's Day.  What child wouldn't enjoy making this to give to their dad.   It's a mix of Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, and the buttons are Elegant Eggplant.  The 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon in Old Olive was a perfect accessory for this card.

 

The inside of the card has the Happy Father's Day sentiment from the Teeny Tiny Wishes.

Stampin' Up! Stamp Sets:  
Bugs & Kisses, item #116580 - wood only
Teeny Tiny Wishes, item #115370 - wood only

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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 Blossoms Stamp Set - Easter Card #2

Another card using the Easter Blossoms Stamp Set.   I really like the apple/cherry blossom stamp.   I use a light pink card stock and then stamped it with Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink.  I highlighted the centers with Stampin' Up!'s uni-ball white gel pen.  I thought the Vintage Flower Adornment was a great touch.   This stamp truly could be used year round and is not one that is for Easter only.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Adornments - Vintage Flowers, item #121879  (24 to a set -- 8 each of 3 colors:  Very Vanilla, Rose Red, and Baja Breeze)
Pretty in Pink Card Stock, item #100459
Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, item #119685
Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669
Old Olive Classic Ink, item #102277
Scallop Oval Paper Punch, item #119856
2" x 1 3/8" Oval Extra Large Paper Punch, item #119859

Card is simple yet elegant.   So many variations possible with switching out colors.

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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)

Easter Blossoms Stamp Set - Easter Card #1

 Easter is April 24th, which is 4 weeks from tomorrow.   There is still time to place orders and receive them, so that you won't be rushed to make your Easter cards.   PLUS if you order before the end of March, you also will earn Sale-a-Bration products with each $50 (before tax & shipping) that you spend.

The stamp set Easter Blossoms is gorgeous.   It is one of my favorites and it can be used for many more occasions, not just Easter.  Here's some of the cards I made for our KreatesKards Team (my Stampin' Up! Down-line) March card swap. 

This is the finished card.   If you didn't want this for Easter, punch out tiny flowers using Itty Bitty Shapes Paper Punch Pack, item #118309 and adhere them over the eggs in the basket.  Works great and will add dimension to your card too.

 It just took a few basic elements.

Here's my finished cards.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:

Easter Blossoms Stamp, item #121905 - Wood OR #122057 - Clear Mount

Big Shot Original Die, 3" Circle (for the shadow)

2 1/2" Circle Paper Punch, item #120906

Scallop Oval Paper Punch, item #119856

Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650

Early Espresso Card Stock, item #119686

Early Espresso Classic Ink, item #119670

Old Olive Classic Ink, item #102277

1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Daffodil Delight, item #119770

Another card using this stamp set will be on my blog tomorrow.  Thank you for stopping by.

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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)

Sale-A-Bration Ends in Two Weeks

Sale-A-Bration ends on March 31, 2011.  There are just two weeks left for this fantastic promotion.  For every $50 you spend (before tax & shipping) you will earn one FREE product from the Sale-A-Bration brochure.   There is so many things to choose from.  You truly will have a hard time deciding.

Have you considered becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator?  If yes, now is the time to join my team.   Stampin' Up! is giving a 15% discount on each Demonstrator Starter Kits PLUS a bonus bundle filled with over $50 in FREE products.   Contact me if you would like to join my team.  Stampin' Up! allows both hobby demonstrators (those that join for the discount) and business demonstrators (those that want to earn money selling the products).

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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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Cards for Soldiers - Fun Flowers

 These are just a few of the cards I made the other day and have put aside for "Cards for Soldiers" who are overseas.  This gives them cards that they can send to family and friends.  The cards are blank on the inside so there is room for them to write a letter home.

I used the Bigz L Die - Fun Flowers, item #121812 to make all of the flowers with DSP (Designer Series Paper).

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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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Ice Cream Cone Card Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Products Used:

Bigz L Die – Petal Cone, item #121810

Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, item #113439

Textured Impressions Embossing Folder – Square Lattice, item #119976

2 3/8” Scallop Circle Paper Punch, item #118874

Word Window Paper Punch, item #119857

Build a Cupcake Paper Punch, item #121807

Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set, item #115370 – Wood Only

Glimmer Paper – Red, item #121790  (scrap piece – used for the cherries)

Soft Suede Card Stock, item #120973, 1 piece 5 ½” x  8 ½” for the Petal Cone Die

Whisper White Card Stock, item #100730  (scrap piece – used for the sentiment)

Regal Rose Card Stock, item #105130, 1 piece 3” x 3” if you want strawberry ice cream look

Certainly Celery Card Stock, item #105125, 1 piece 3” x 3” If you want pistaschio ice cream look

Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650, 1 piece 3” x 3” if you want vanilla ice cream look

Early Espresso Card Stock, item #119686, 1 piece 3” x 3” if you want chocolate ice cream look

(Card base & envelope are Whisper White … but you can have them any color you want)

Bone Folder, item #102300

Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669

Portable paper cutter, item #104152    … blade refills, item #104153

Directions:

1.  Card base is already scored.   Crisply fold with bone folder.   Set Aside.
2. Run the piece of Soft Suede Card Stock and Petal Cone Die thru the Big Shot.
1. Using the score line as a guide, cut out 1 cone shape
2. Run the cone shape in the Square Lattice Embossing Folder thru the Big Shot and then glue to the card base.
3. Banner piece:   Score each end at 1” and 1 ½”, then crisply fold.

                                                               i.      Stamp a sentiment on Whisper White Card Stock, then punch out with the Word Window Punch.   Adhere to the center of the banner piece.

                                                             ii.      Keeping the banner folded, glue only the pointed sections to your card base in the lower right corner.  This will allow the sentiment to “pop up” on the card.

3. Using the 2 3/8” Scallop Circle punch, punch out 3 ice cream scoops … each one a different color.   You have your choice of chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, and pistachio.
1. Trim each scoop using your portable table cutter to 1 ½”. 

                                                               i.      The top scoop is glued down first, then the next two.  Be sure to line them with the ice cream cone.  The look you want is that of a waffle cone filled with ice cream.

2.  Punch out 3 cherries using the Red Glimmer Paper and glue one to each scoop of ice cream.

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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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Stampin' Up! New Digital Downloads - March 15th

The newest My Digital Downloads have just been released ... CLICK HERE to view them.


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Mary Director
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http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
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Petal Cone Flower Basket Card Tutorial

 

Stampin’ Up! Supplies Used:

BigZ L Die – Petal Cone, item#121810

BigZ L Die – Fun Flowers, item #121812

Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, item #113439

Soft Sued Card Stock, item #120973, 1 piece 5 ½” x 8 ½”

Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650, 1 piece 5 ½” x 8 ½”

Old Olive Card Stock, item #100702, 1 piece 4 ¼” x 5 ½”

Designer Series Paper, your choice, 1 piece 6” x 12”

Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set, item #115370 – Wood Only

Dimensionals. Item #104430

SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332   …. SNAIL Refill, item #104331

Blossom Petals Paper Punch, item #121808

Mat Pack, item #105826

Paper Piercing Tool, item #116631

Bone Folder,  item #102300

Large Brad or Button of your Choice.

Directions:

1.  Cut out two petal cone die sheets (1 in Soft Suede – 1 in Very Vanilla)
1. Soft Suede Piece:

                                                               i.      Crisply Fold at score long score line AFTER trimming off the tab piece.

                                                             ii.      Attach scallop piece to the back of the card base rounded top piece.

2. Very Vanilla Piece:

                                                               i.      Cut off one part of the cone (you can include the rounded top if you would like) so that it is just a bit smaller than the card base.

                                                             ii.      Adhere with adhesive to the inside – right side of the card.

2. Punch out 5 large petals using the Blossom Petals Paper Punch and Old Olive Card Stock.   Set aside
3. Cut out 1 set of Flower Petals using the BigZ L Die – Fun Flowers and the Designer Series Paper of your choice.
1. Glue and layer the petal layers
2. If using a large brad, punch a hole in the center and push brad thru and secure.  If using button, button can be attached with a couple of glue dots.
3. Attach the Old Olive petals you punch out  … keep them close to the flower otherwise it will not fit in the envelope.
4. Attach flower to top of card front – do not get it too high on the card.
4. Stamp sentiment on Very Vanilla banner, crease & fold, then attach to card.

This will fit in an A2 envelope at an angle as long as you didn't place the flower too high on the cone.  Remember too that if you use the antique brads or thicker brads/buttons, you may need to use a padded envelope PLUS the card will require extra postage because of the thickness.

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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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Weekend Card Map - March 14th

 This is the final card map for the weekend.   This card is KISS card - keep it super simple.   The base is a solid color, then it is accented with DSP (designer series paper), a ribbon & bow added, then a sentiment.  Quick, easy, and very nice.

You can totally change out the colors and DSP to what you have on hand.  If you don't have a ribbon, accent with a border punch and brad.  



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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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Weekend Card Map - March 13th

Welcome to our 2nd in the series of card maps for this weekend.   There will be an additional one on Monday (tomorrow).   I taught two sets of classes yesterday, plus a team meeting (both so much fun) so thought I would do an additional card map for you.

I used a wide ribbon in the card map above, but you could substitute it with card stock or any other type of embellishment you would like.   Also have 2 layered circles.

Colors in the card maps are done specifically to show a contrast NOT to state that these are the colors you should use.  Why not pick out some card stock that you haven't used it a while and build your card from there.

Remember that Sale-a-Bration only has just over two weeks left.   Don't miss out on the opportunity to earn FREE products from Stampin' Up!. 

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
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Weekend Card Map - March 12th

On my Facebook page I've had a number of people ask that I continue to do Card Map samples for my blog.  As a result, I will be posting card maps that I created in My Digital Studio.   I hope that you will have fun using them.  Remember that your cards do NOT have to be an exact duplicate of what I have shown.   If I have squares and you want circles, do circles.  If I have design card stock shown and you want solid, use solid.  For example, in the card map above I have used 3 squares.   You could substitute them with 3 large buttons, 3 bows, 3 ovals etc.

Have fun with it.  

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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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Sneak Peek: Spring is Blossoming #5 Plus NEWS

This is the last design in the Four Frames Stamp Set.   You could easily color in the flowers of the stamp set with markers, watercolor pencils or crayons.   The last 5 days of post have used all the same stamp set, same design of paper, same card stock ... but look at all the different cards I created. 

Four Frames.   It will be available in your choice of wood mount (#123440)  or clear mount (#123442).   The printed card stock I used is Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper (item #122367).

Colors used in my projects:   River Rock, Marina Mist, and Early Espresso

This stamp set is a perfect match for the Decorative Label Punch, item #120907.

Just a reminder that this won't be available till April 1.

Brand new My Digital Studio Downloads are available for purchase.  They can be viewed on-line at this link.

And the latest news from Stampin' Up! about the Ornament Punch:

	Ornament Punch Available for Ordering March 9, 2011 We're happy to announce the Extra-Large Ornament punch (item 119847) is available to order. The quality problems we were experiencing with the punch have been resolved and our supply is ready to go. Thank you for your patience as we work to provide you with high-quality products. Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:43:01

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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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Sneak Peek: Spring is Blossoming #4

This 4 frame design is the same as the one I posted yesterday, but it gives a clearer look at the blue/white side design.    There are 12 sheets of designer series paper in this pack with two each of 6 double-sided designs.

Four Frames.   It will be available in your choice of wood mount (#123440)  or clear mount (#123442).   The printed card stock I used is Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper (item #122367).

Colors used in my projects:   River Rock, Marina Mist, and Early Espresso

 

This stamp set is a perfect match for the Decorative Label Punch, item #120907.

Just a reminder that this won't be available till April 1.

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)

Sneak Peek: Spring is Blossoming #3

This shows you another one of the 4 designs from the Four Frames Stamp Set that will be part of the Spring Is Blossoming promotion next month.

Four Frames.   It will be available in your choice of wood mount (#123440)  or clear mount (#123442).   The printed card stock I used is Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper (item #122367).

Colors used in my projects:   River Rock, Marina Mist, and Early Espresso

 

The blue/white flower is the design on the other side of the DSP.  I cut it out with my paper snips then attached with dimensionals to the card.

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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)

Sneak Peek: Spring is Blossoming #2

On Sunday, I gave you a 2nd card map and a challenge to create a card or scrapbook layout using it.   Did anyone give it a try?  I hope so.

Sunday night I worked on my two card map creations.  One was posted yesterday and the 2nd one today.   It was a great way to showcase and give you SNEAK PEEKS of our new products that will premiere April 1 - April 30, 2010 during Spring is Blossoming Promotion from Stampin' Up!.

I did use the Big Shot Top Note Die, Scallop Edge Border Paper Punch, 5 Petal Flower Paper Punch and our Vintage Flower Adornments (#121879) in this card.  Colors used were River Rock, Marina Mist, and Early Espresso.

SNEAK PEEKS included the Four Frames Stamp Set (wood-item #123440 or clear mount-item #123442) and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper (item #122367).  Neither of these products will be available for purchase until April. 


 

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)