International Blog Highlights Winners Hop -

Monday 28 December 2020

I’m so excited to be featured in this month’s International Highlights Top Ten Winners Blog Hop hosted by Kylie Bertucci. I was selected to participate in this hop by finishing in the top ten of the December 2020 International Highlights. Thank you to everyone who voted for my card! The theme for the International Blog Highlights is "Thank You"! Here's my Peony Garden Diamond Easel card that I shared in the International Highlights Blog Hop.  


Today I'm sharing a card featuring the Fine Art Floral Product Suite from the January to June Mini Catalogue that launches on January 5th.  I love this product suite and especially the Gilded Leafing Embellishment that is part of the suite!  So much fun to play with!



Instructions

  1. Cut Poppy Parade cardstock 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and fold in half to form card base.
  2. Cut Petal Pink cardstock 4" x 5 1/4" and emboss using the Painted Texture Embossing Folder.
  3. Apply Versamark to the edge of Petal Pink cardstock.  Use the ink pad to apply the Versamark - don't worry about how much Versamark or if you are applying the same amount around the edge.
  4. Apply Heat and Stick Powder and heat using the Heat Tool.
  5. Apply Gilded Leafing Embellishment and rub off using a sponge.  Check out some tips for using the Gilded Leafing in my Youtube Video.
  6. Adhere to card base using Stampin' Seal.
  7. Stamp flower using Petal Pink ink for background stamp and Poppy Parade ink for highlights.  Cut out using Die.
  8. Stamp stem and leaves using Old Olive. Cut out using Die
  9. Stamp sentiment using Poppy Parade ink.  Cut out using Die.
  10. Adhere pieces to card base using Dimensionals - regular size for the flower and Mini Dimensionals for the leaves and label.
You can check out my tips and tricks for making this card in my Youtube Video as well as subscribe to my YouTube Channel.

Check out all of the amazing creations of the other winners from November!

Announcing Product Shares for the Jan to June Mini Catalogue

I'm hosting Product Shares from the new catalogue!  If you are like me, you want it all!  You'll have that option as well as the option to get just Designer Series Paper, Specialty Paper, Ribbon or Embellishments. Your choice. Get a taste of the new catalogue without the commitment of buying "one of each"! Reserve your Mini Catalogue Product Share(s) today!

Individual shares includes a sampling of products from the new catalogue.

Designer Series Paper - 96 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new DSP - COST $46.00

  • True Love
  • Hydrangea Hill
  • Dandy Garden
  • Fine Art Floral
  • Sand & Sea
  • Ice Cream Corner
  • Snail Mail
  • Well Suited

Specialty Paper - 54 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new specialty paper - COST $26.00

  • Love You Always Specialty
  • Love You Always Foil
  • Hydrangea Hill Mercury Glass
  • Golden Garden Acetate
  • Pearlescent Speciality

Embellishments - 166 pieces of all the new embellishments plus 1/4 pkg of Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles - COST $30.00

  • Heart Charms
  • Matte Black Dots
  • Pastel Pearls
  • Ladybug Trinkets
  • Opal Rounds
  • Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles
  • Resin Hearts
  • Clever Claps

Ribbon - 2.5 to 3.75 yards of each new ribbon or twine for a total of 30.5 yards - COST $26

  • Blushing Bride Metallic
  • Gorgeous Grape Sheer
  • Mossy Meadow Braided Linen Trim
  • Fine Art
  • Blackberry Bliss Striped
  • Snail Mail Twine Combo
  • Well Suited Twine Combo

Product Share only available to Canadian Residents.
Shipping via oversized letter included.


Get the "I want it all" option which includes all of the product shares PLUS and get a free package of Seaside Shells!  COST $117.00


Pre-order today! I'll invoice you with your costs on January 4th. You can pay me by e-transfer, cheque or cash.


Product Share Timeline

  • January 4, 2021 – Deadline to order you share and pay - I will send you an invoice when you sign up.
  • January 5 – I will place the order for the Designer Series Paper Shares.
  • Mid January – As soon as the products arrive I will package it.
  • Mid to late January – I'll ship the Share(s) or contact you to pick up.
Reserve Your Share Now

Shopping with Me!

If you live in Canada, I would love to be your demonstrator!  
You can check out the Annual Catalogue using this PDF link.  
You can also check out the new August to December Mini Catalogue using this link.

The upcoming January to June Mini Catalogue and Sale-a-Bration Brochure is coming!  If you have placed an order with me in 2020, I have mailed you both and you should be receiving before the end of December.  If you would like to receive them, email me and I'll mail them to you.



Please be sure to use the current Host Code K6YNFH9K to receive a free gift from me. When you place a $50 order (before shipping and taxes) using the Host Code, I'll send you four cards and instructions by mail as a thank you.  If your order is over $200, please do not use the Hostess Code as you'll qualify for Stampin' Rewards, but I'll still send you the 4 free cards!  

  • Visit my Online Store here
  • Shop the Clearance Rack here
  • Earn FREE Stampin' Up! Products - Join my Rewards Program
  • Join my Team here
  • Free set of 4 cards and instructions with every $50 order
  • Check out my Tutorials for Sale 
  • Check out my Upcoming Events
  • Buy Retired Stampin' Up! Products (Canadian Residents Only)
  • Register for Your Creativity Awaits - January Kit
  • Fine Art Floral - one of my favourites from the Mini Catalogue!

    Saturday 26 December 2020

    Today I'm sharing one of my favourites from the January to June Mini Catalogue that launches January 5th.  I absolutely love this product suite!   For this card I used the Adhesive Foam Sheets to cut out the words and pop them up on the beautiful Designer Series Paper and the Golden Garden Designer Series Acetate!  What a pretty card!


    Instructions

    1. Cut Thick Whisper White cardstock 4 1/4" x 11" and fold in half to form card base.
    2. Align Designer Series Paper and Acetate and cut 4" x 5 1/4".  TIP:  Align them 2 together and cut together to maintain the alignment.
    3. Adhere the acetate to the Designer Series Paper using Glue dots about 1" from the bottom - the ribbon will cover the adhesive.
    4. Adhere to the card base using Stampin' Seal.
    5. Wrap ribbon around card base and tie in a bow.
    6. Adhere Foam Adhesive Sheets to Merry Merlot cardstock and cut out sentiment.
    7. Adhere to the card base.
    8. Stamp sentiment in the inside of the card using Merry Merlot ink.

    The products for this card will be available starting January 5th.


    Announcing Product Shares for the Jan to June Mini Catalogue

    I'm hosting Product Shares from the new catalogue!  If you are like me, you want it all!  You'll have that option as well as the option to get just Designer Series Paper, Specialty Paper, Ribbon or Embellishments. Your choice. Get a taste of the new catalogue without the commitment of buying "one of each"! Reserve your Mini Catalogue Product Share(s) today!

    Individual shares includes a sampling of products from the new catalogue.

    Designer Series Paper - 96 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new DSP - COST $46.00

    • True Love
    • Hydrangea Hill
    • Dandy Garden
    • Fine Art Floral
    • Sand & Sea
    • Ice Cream Corner
    • Snail Mail
    • Well Suited

    Specialty Paper - 54 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new specialty paper - COST $26.00

    • Love You Always Specialty
    • Love You Always Foil
    • Hydrangea Hill Mercury Glass
    • Golden Garden Acetate
    • Pearlescent Speciality

    Embellishments - 166 pieces of all the new embellishments plus 1/4 pkg of Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles - COST $30.00

    • Heart Charms
    • Matte Black Dots
    • Pastel Pearls
    • Ladybug Trinkets
    • Opal Rounds
    • Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles
    • Resin Hearts
    • Clever Claps

    Ribbon - 2.5 to 3.75 yards of each new ribbon or twine for a total of 30.5 yards - COST $26.00

    • Blushing Bride Metallic
    • Gorgeous Grape Sheer
    • Mossy Meadow Braided Linen Trim
    • Fine Art
    • Blackberry Bliss Striped
    • Snail Mail Twine Combo
    • Well Suited Twine Combo

    Product Share only available to Canadian Residents.
    Shipping via oversized letter included.


    Get the "I want it all" option which includes all of the product shares PLUS and get a free package of Seaside Shells!  COST $117.00


    Pre-order today! I'll invoice you with your costs on January 4th. You can pay me by e-transfer, cheque or cash.


    Product Share Timeline

    • January 4, 2021 – Deadline to order you share and pay - I will send you an invoice when you sign up.
    • January 5 – I will place the order for the Designer Series Paper Shares.
    • Mid January – As soon as the products arrive I will package it.
    • Mid to late January – I'll ship the Share(s) or contact you to pick up.





    Reserve Your Share Now

    Shopping with Me!

    If you live in Canada, I would love to be your demonstrator!  
    You can check out the Annual Catalogue using this PDF link.  
    You can also check out the new August to December Mini Catalogue using this link.

    The upcoming January to June Mini Catalogue and Sale-a-Bration Brochure is coming!  If you have placed an order with me in 2020, I have mailed you both and you should be receiving before the end of December.  If you would like to receive them, email me and I'll mail them to you.


    Please be sure to use the current Host Code GXN42MMN to receive a free gift from me. When you place a $50 order (before shipping and taxes) using the Host Code, I'll send you four cards and instructions by mail as a thank you.  If your order is over $200, please do not use the Hostess Code as you'll qualify for Stampin' Rewards, but I'll still send you the 4 free cards!  

  • Visit my Online Store here
  • Shop the Clearance Rack here
  • Earn FREE Stampin' Up! Products - Join my Rewards Program
  • Join my Team here
  • Free set of 4 cards and instructions with every $50 order
  • Check out my Tutorials for Sale 
  • Check out my Upcoming Events
  • Buy Retired Stampin' Up! Products (Canadian Residents Only)
  • Register for Your Creativity Awaits - January Kit
  • Feminine Card Featuring Well Suited Product Suite - A Sneak Peek!

    Tuesday 22 December 2020

    Today I'm sharing a feminine card made using the Well Suited Suite from the January to June Mini Catalogue that launches on January 5th.  I had so much fun playing with these products and making a masculine card, so I had to try a feminine card.   

    Isn't this pretty!  So many possibilities!  

    The pearls are the perfect finishing touch!


    Instructions

    1. Cut Thick Whisper White cardstock 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and fold in half to form cardbase.
    2. Cut So Saffron cardstock 4" x 5 1/4". 
    3. Cut a "V" using the V-shaped die from the top of the card - approximately 1 1/2" from top.
    4. Emboss the cardstock using the Parisian Flourish 3D Embossing Folder.
    5. Adhere to the card base using Stampin' Seal.
    6. Cut out collar from a scrap of Whisper White cardstock.
    7. Adhere to the top of the card over the "V" using Dimensionals.
    8. Stamp sentiment on a scrap of So Saffron cardstock using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink.
    9. Cut out using die from Succulent Dies - cut out so that sentiment is close to the right hand edge.
    10. Trim the label off and adhere to the card base using Dimensionals.
    11. Add pearls in a half circle under collar.
    You can check out my video on YouTube for more tips and tricks to make this card.  While you're watching the video, please subscribe to my YouTube Channel!

     

    The products for this card will be available starting January 5th.


    Announcing Product Shares for the Jan to June Mini Catalogue

    I'm hosting Product Shares from the new catalogue!  If you are like me, you want it all!  You'll have that option as well as the option to get just Designer Series Paper, Specialty Paper, Ribbon or Embellishments. Your choice. Get a taste of the new catalogue without the commitment of buying "one of each"! Reserve your Mini Catalogue Product Share(s) today!

    Individual shares includes a sampling of products from the new catalogue.

    Designer Series Paper - 96 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new DSP - COST $46.00

    • True Love
    • Hydrangea Hill
    • Dandy Garden
    • Fine Art Floral
    • Sand & Sea
    • Ice Cream Corner
    • Snail Mail
    • Well Suited

    Specialty Paper - 54 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new specialty paper - COST $26.00

    • Love You Always Specialty
    • Love You Always Foil
    • Hydrangea Hill Mercury Glass
    • Golden Garden Acetate
    • Pearlescent Speciality

    Embellishments - 166 pieces of all the new embellishments plus 1/4 pkg of Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles - COST $30.00

    • Heart Charms
    • Matte Black Dots
    • Pastel Pearls
    • Ladybug Trinkets
    • Opal Rounds
    • Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles
    • Resin Hearts
    • Clever Claps

    Ribbon - 2.5 to 3.75 yards of each new ribbon or twine for a total of 30.5 yards - COST $26

    • Blushing Bride Metallic
    • Gorgeous Grape Sheer
    • Mossy Meadow Braided Linen Trim
    • Fine Art
    • Blackberry Bliss Striped
    • Snail Mail Twine Combo
    • Well Suited Twine Combo

    Product Share only available to Canadian Residents.
    Shipping via oversized letter included.


    Get the "I want it all" option which includes all of the product shares PLUS and get a free package of Seaside Shells!  COST $117.00


    Pre-order today! I'll invoice you with your costs on January 4th. You can pay me by e-transfer, cheque or cash.


    Product Share Timeline

    • January 4, 2021 – Deadline to order you share and pay - I will send you an invoice when you sign up.
    • January 5 – I will place the order for the Designer Series Paper Shares.
    • Mid January – As soon as the products arrive I will package it.
    • Mid to late January – I'll ship the Share(s) or contact you to pick up.
    Reserve Your Share Now

    Shopping with Me!

    If you live in Canada, I would love to be your demonstrator!  
    You can check out the Annual Catalogue using this PDF link.  
    You can also check out the new August to December Mini Catalogue using this link.

    The upcoming January to June Mini Catalogue and Sale-a-Bration Brochure is coming!  If you have placed an order with me in 2020, I have mailed you both and you should be receiving before the end of December.  If you would like to receive them, email me and I'll mail them to you.


    Please be sure to use the current Host Code GXN42MMN to receive a free gift from me. When you place a $50 order (before shipping and taxes) using the Host Code, I'll send you four cards and instructions by mail as a thank you.  If your order is over $200, please do not use the Hostess Code as you'll qualify for Stampin' Rewards, but I'll still send you the 4 free cards!  

  • Visit my Online Store here
  • Shop the Clearance Rack here
  • Earn FREE Stampin' Up! Products - Join my Rewards Program
  • Join my Team here
  • Free set of 4 cards and instructions with every $50 order
  • Check out my Tutorials for Sale 
  • Check out my Upcoming Events
  • Buy Retired Stampin' Up! Products (Canadian Residents Only)
  • Register for Your Creativity Awaits - January Kit
  • Sneak Peek - Well Suited Suite

    Sunday 20 December 2020

    Today I'm sharing a sneak peek from the January to June Mini Catalogue that launches on January 5th.  I had so much fun playing with these products and making this cute masculine card!  The dies are amazing and so is the Designer Series Paper.  The pattern on the paper has been shrunk to the perfect proportion!

    Check this out!  Isn't it amazing!  So many possibilities!  I'll be sharing a card I made that isn't masculine on Tuesday!  You're going to love this product suite!


    A Holiday Rhinestone makes a perfect tie clip!

    Instructions

    1. Cut Thick Whisper White cardstock 4 1/4" x 11" and fold in half to form cardbase.
    2. Cut Designer Series Paper 4" x 5 1/4". 
    3. Cut pocket from piece approximately 1/4" from right hand side and 2 1/2" from top.
    4. Adhere to card base using Stampin' Seal.
    5. Cut lapel piece from Designer Series Paper.
    6. Cut V from Whisper White cardstock.  Adhere to card base using Stampin' Seal.
    7. Cut collar from Whisper White cardstock.
    8. Cut tie and tie knot from a different pattern of Designer Series Paper.
    9. Cut extra collar from the same pattern as the tie and tie knot 
    10. Trim tie to the length of the lapel piece.
    11. Adhere tie approximately 1/2" from top using Stampin' Seal.
    12. Adhere tie knot using Stampin' Seal.
    13. Adhere collar over tie using Stampin' Seal
    14. Cut extra collar piece in half and adhere to pocket.
    15. Adhere pocket using Stampin' Seal
    16. Adhere lapel piece using Stampin' Seal.
    17. Adhere rhinestone in the middle of the tie.

    The products for this card will be available starting January 5th.


    Announcing Product Shares for the Jan to June Mini Catalogue

    I'm hosting Product Shares from the new catalogue!  If you are like me, you want it all!  You'll have that option as well as the option to get just Designer Series Paper, Specialty Paper, Ribbon or Embellishments. Your choice. Get a taste of the new catalogue without the commitment of buying "one of each"! Reserve your Mini Catalogue Product Share(s) today!

    Individual shares includes a sampling of products from the new catalogue.

    Designer Series Paper - 96 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new DSP - COST $46.00

    • True Love
    • Hydrangea Hill
    • Dandy Garden
    • Fine Art Floral
    • Sand & Sea
    • Ice Cream Corner
    • Snail Mail
    • Well Suited

    Specialty Paper - 54 sheets, a 6x6 sample of all new specialty paper - COST $26.00

    • Love You Always Specialty
    • Love You Always Foil
    • Hydrangea Hill Mercury Glass
    • Golden Garden Acetate
    • Pearlescent Speciality

    Embellishments - 166 pieces of all the new embellishments plus 1/4 pkg of Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles - COST $30.00

    • Heart Charms
    • Matte Black Dots
    • Pastel Pearls
    • Ladybug Trinkets
    • Opal Rounds
    • Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles
    • Resin Hearts
    • Clever Claps

    Ribbon - 2.5 to 3.75 yards of each new ribbon or twine for a total of 30.5 yards - COST $26

    • Blushing Bride Metallic
    • Gorgeous Grape Sheer
    • Mossy Meadow Braided Linen Trim
    • Fine Art
    • Blackberry Bliss Striped
    • Snail Mail Twine Combo
    • Well Suited Twine Combo

    Product Share only available to Canadian Residents.
    Shipping via oversized letter included.


    Get the "I want it all" option which includes all of the product shares PLUS and get a free package of Seaside Shells!  COST $117.00


    Pre-order today! I'll invoice you with your costs on January 4th. You can pay me by e-transfer, cheque or cash.


    Product Share Timeline

    • January 4, 2021 – Deadline to order you share and pay - I will send you an invoice when you sign up.
    • January 5 – I will place the order for the Designer Series Paper Shares.
    • Mid January – As soon as the products arrive I will package it.
    • Mid to late January – I'll ship the Share(s) or contact you to pick up.
    Reserve Your Share Now

    Shopping with Me!

    If you live in Canada, I would love to be your demonstrator!  
    You can check out the Annual Catalogue using this PDF link.  
    You can also check out the new August to December Mini Catalogue using this link.

    The upcoming January to June Mini Catalogue and Sale-a-Bration Brochure is coming!  If you have placed an order with me in 2020, I have mailed you both and you should be receiving before the end of December.  If you would like to receive them, email me and I'll mail them to you.


    Please be sure to use the current Host Code GXN42MMN to receive a free gift from me. When you place a $50 order (before shipping and taxes) using the Host Code, I'll send you four cards and instructions by mail as a thank you.  If your order is over $200, please do not use the Hostess Code as you'll qualify for Stampin' Rewards, but I'll still send you the 4 free cards!  

  • Visit my Online Store here
  • Shop the Clearance Rack here
  • Earn FREE Stampin' Up! Products - Join my Rewards Program
  • Join my Team here
  • Free set of 4 cards and instructions with every $50 order
  • Check out my Tutorials for Sale 
  • Check out my Upcoming Events
  • Buy Retired Stampin' Up! Products (Canadian Residents Only)
  • Register for Your Creativity Awaits - January Kit
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