A Poinsettia Card Perfect for the Holidays

Monday 30 November 2020

Today I'm playing along with Tic Tac Toe Challenge #519 on The Papers Players with my Poinsettia card.  I used the Red Velvet Paper to make the Poinsettia.  I love the poinsettia dies - they cut and emboss all on one step.




For this challenge I chose the top row - Patterned Paper, Die Cut and Embossing.

Instructions

  1. Cut Real Red cardstock 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and fold in half to form card base.
  2. Cut Soft Suede cardstock 4" x 5 1/4"
  3. Cut Very Vanilla cardstock 3 3/4" x 5" and emboss using the Tasteful Textile Embossing Folder
  4. Adhere to the Soft Suede cardstock using Stampin' Seal.
  5. Adhere to the card base using Stampin' Seal.
  6. Cut Designer Series Paper 1 1/4" x 3 3/4" and adhere across the middle of the embossed cardstock using Stampin' Seal.
  7. Cut out 3 petals from Red Velvet Paper using dies.
  8. Fold the petals up slightly and put flower together using Dimensionals.
  9. Cut 2 large leaves and 1 smaller leaf from Mossy Meadow cardstock
  10. Adhere to the back of the flower using Glue Dots.
  11. Adhere 2 gold leaves from Forever Gold Laser Cuts using Glue Dots.
  12. Wrap gold twine around palm of hand about 4 times.  Pinch in the middle and adhere to the card base using Snail.
  13. Adhere flower to the card base using Dimensionals over the twine
  14. Cut Very Vanilla cardstock 1" x 2" and stamp sentiment using Real Red ink.
  15. Punch end using Banners Take a Pick Punch. 
  16. Adhere to flower - tucked under petal using a Glue Dot.
  17. Cut Very Vanilla cardstock 4" x 5 1/4"
  18. Stamp sentiment using Real Red ink
  19. Adhere to the inside of the card using Stampin' Seal.

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  • Exclusive Project tutorials you can follow along with to create your cards
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After 6 consecutive months of membership, you will receive a thank you of $25 product credit (before shipping and taxes) to spend on whatever you choose!

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  • The upcoming kit information including supplies needed will be announced by the 15th of the previous month
  • Sign up must be done by the 2nd Sunday of the month
  • Kits will be shipped and tutorials emailed out by the 4th Tuesday of the month (subject to unforeseen delays in the shipment of product from Stampin’ Up!)
Cost
  • Shipped: $48 monthly
  • Porch Pick-up: $44 monthly
Available to Canadian Residents Only

Each month, you will need to order and pre-pay for your kit.  You can pay by e-transfer or by Credit Card (Master Card or Visa only).  Payment must be received by the second Sunday of the month. 

December Your Creativity Awaits Kit: Featuring Fancy Phrases

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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'll be mailing you both in mid December.  If you would like to receive them, place an order before December 10th and I'll send them to your for FREE!


Please be sure to use the current Host Code HU4NB3BF 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!  

 
Happy Stamping!
Melva

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Snowflake Splendor Fun Fold

Sunday 29 November 2020

I seem to be in a snowflake mood these days!  Here's another card I created using Snowflake Splendor Product Suite.  This time, it's a fun fold.  

I love the colour combinations that are possible with this Designer Series Paper.  I chose Pacific Point as my card base colour and let the pretty colours in the Designer Series Paper - Pool Party, Balmy Blue, Midnight Madness and Highland Heather do the rest!  Isn't it pretty! 




The iridescent ribbon is the perfect accent!


Instructions

  1. Cut Pacific Point cardstock 5 1/2" x 6 3/8" and score at 4 1/4". Fold on the score to form card base.
  2. Cut Pacific Point cardstock 3" x 4" and score at 1/2" on the 3" side.
  3. Fold on the score line and adhere in the middle of the right edge of the card base using Stampin' Seal.
  4. Cut Designer Series Paper 1 7/8" x 5 1/4" and adhere to front flap using Stampin' Seal.
  5. Cut Whisper White cardstock 4" x 5 1/4".
  6. Stamp sentiment using Pacific Point ink.
  7. Stamp snowflakes on bottom left using Pacific Point ink.
  8. Adhere to inside of card using Stampin' Seal.
  9. Cut Designer Series Paper 3/4" x 5 1/4" and adhere to the right edge of the Whisper White piece using Stampin' Seal.
  10. Cut Whisper White cardstock 2 3/4" x 3 1/4"
  11. Stamp sentiment using Pacific Point ink
  12. Stamp snowflake using Pacific Point ink - stamped off
  13. Adhere to right hand flap using Stampin' Seal.
  14. Wrap ribbon around left hand flap and tie a bow on the front side of the card.

Your Creativity Awaits

Do you love to craft and are you looking for a kit that ships directly to you each month with special perks each month? Then you will LOVE “YOUR CREATIVITY AWAITS”!  
With “Your Creativity Awaits”, each month you will receive an exclusive make and take kit (2 cards of 4 designs) plus a PDF Tutorial AND $25 in product!  All for only $48 per month shipped directly to you or $44 local pick up.

Each month, the Design Team will choose one stamp set or bundle (not included – but there will be an option to add-on) and design fun projects for you to create. If you don't already own the stamp set or bundle, you may add it to your kit or use what you have. 

As a member of Your Creativity Awaits, each month you'll enjoy the following:

  • 8 Cards (2 each of 4 different designs) - designed by Your Creativity Awaits Team
  • Exclusive Project tutorials you can follow along with to create your cards
  • Receive $25 in product – you’ll be surprised each month when you open your kit!
After 6 consecutive months of membership, you will receive a thank you of $25 product credit (before shipping and taxes) to spend on whatever you choose!

Your Creativity Awaits Kit Timelines
  • The upcoming kit information including supplies needed will be announced by the 15th of the previous month
  • Sign up must be done by the 2nd Sunday of the month
  • Kits will be shipped and tutorials emailed out by the 4th Tuesday of the month (subject to unforeseen delays in the shipment of product from Stampin’ Up!)

Cost

Shipped: $48 monthly
Porch Pick-up: $44 monthly

Available to Canadian Residents Only

Each month, you will need to order and pre-pay for your kit.  You can pay by e-transfer or by Credit Card (Master Card or Visa only).  Payment must be received by the second Sunday of the month. 

December Your Creativity Awaits Kit: Featuring Fancy Phrases


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'll be mailing you both in mid December.  If you would like to receive them, place an order before December 10th and I'll send them to your for FREE!

Please be sure to use the current Host Code HU4NB3BF 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!  

Happy Stamping!
Melva

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    Festive Friday #FF0073 - Winter/Winter Solstice

    Friday 27 November 2020

     It's time for another Festive Friday Challenge!  Every second Friday we post a challenge for you with a specific theme and a Inspo List of 10 items to choose from to create your project.  We encourage you to create a project based on the theme and Inspo List and then post it using at least 3 items from the inspiration list.

    This week’s challenge #FF0072 is Winter/Winter Solstice on December 21st. Your goal is to simply use three or more items from the inspiration list on your project and link up! #festivefridaychallenge  At Festive Friday, you do not need to actually celebrate the occasion. I hope you’ll make a card, scrapbook page or 3-D project and join us. You don’t need a blog to enter Festive Friday. Check out this link on how you can play along with this challenge. If you want help entering, please email me at stampinwithmelva@gmail.com and I’d be happy to help you! 


    For today's challenge, I selected a blue, purple, snowflakes and a fun fold from this week’s Inspo List.  I hope you will join us in our challenge this week. I can’t wait to see what YOU create. 

    My card today is a Tea Bag Fold Snowflake card.  I was inspired by flower cards on Pinterest that used this fold so I decided I had to try it out.  You can check out my YouTube Video for tips and instructions on creating this fold.


    Isn't this pretty!  I really like how it turned out.  You can use smaller squares to make your snowflake.  These were 3" squares of the Snowflake Spendor Designer Series Paper but in my video I used 2 1/2" squares.


    Check out my video for the instructions for the card.  

    For more inspiration, be sure to visit the rest of the  Festive Friday Challenge Design team.

    Measurements

    • Misty Moonlight Cardstock 4 1/4" x 11" - folded in half
    • Highland Heather Cardstock 4" x 5 1/4" and 1" x 3 1/2"
    • Whisper White Cardstock 3 3/4" x 5" and 4" x 5 1/4"
    • Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper 9 pieces of 3" x 3"

    Your Creativity Awaits

    Do you love to craft and are you looking for a kit that ships directly to you each month with special perks each month? Then you will LOVE “YOUR CREATIVITY AWAITS”!  
    With “Your Creativity Awaits”, each month you will receive an exclusive make and take kit (2 cards of 4 designs) plus a PDF Tutorial AND $25 in product!  All for only $48 per month shipped directly to you or $44 local pick up.

    Each month, the Design Team will choose one stamp set or bundle (not included – but there will be an option to add-on) and design fun projects for you to create. If you don't already own the stamp set or bundle, you may add it to your kit or use what you have. 

    As a member of Your Creativity Awaits, each month you'll enjoy the following:

    • 8 Cards (2 each of 4 different designs) - designed by Your Creativity Awaits Team
    • Exclusive Project tutorials you can follow along with to create your cards
    • Receive $25 in product – you’ll be surprised each month when you open your kit!
    After 6 consecutive months of membership, you will receive a thank you of $25 product credit (before shipping and taxes) to spend on whatever you choose!

    Your Creativity Awaits Kit Timelines
    • The upcoming kit information including supplies needed will be announced by the 15th of the previous month
    • Sign up must be done by the 2nd Sunday of the month
    • Kits will be shipped and tutorials emailed out by the 4th Tuesday of the month (subject to unforeseen delays in the shipment of product from Stampin’ Up!)

    Cost

    Shipped: $48 monthly
    Porch Pick-up: $44 monthly

    Available to Canadian Residents Only

    Each month, you will need to order and pre-pay for your kit.  You can pay by e-transfer or by Credit Card (Master Card or Visa only).  Payment must be received by the second Sunday of the month. 

    December Your Creativity Awaits Kit: Featuring Fancy Phrases


    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'll be mailing you both in mid December.  If you would like to receive them, place an order before December 10th and I'll send them to your for FREE!

    Please be sure to use the current Host Code HU4NB3BF 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!  

    Happy Stamping!
    Melva

  • 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 - December Kit

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    International Highlights Winners Blog Hop - November 2020

    Monday 23 November 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 November 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 Fancy Fold card featuring the Quite Curvy Bundle that I shared in the International Highlights Blog Hop.  



    Today's card is an elegant Black and White Thank You Card.  I love the look of embossed Whisper White on Black. With everything that is going on these days and the numbers of Covid-19 cases rising, it's a great time to send thank you cards to all of our Essential workers!



    Instructions

    1. Cut Basic Black cardstock 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and fold in half to form card base.
    2. Cut Whisper White cardstock 4" x 5 1/4" and adhere to card base using Stampin' Seal.
    3. Cut 2 pieces of Whisper White cardstock 1 3/4" x 3" 
    4. Emboss one piece using Dainty Diamonds Embossing Eolder and the other piece using Scripty Embossing Folder
    5. Adhere each piece to a piece of Basic Black cardstock cut 1 7/8" x 3 1/8"
    6. Adhere to the card base using Dimensionals
    7. Cut a 5 1/4" piece of Black Organdy Ribbon.
    8. Adhere to the 2 embossed pieces using a Glue Dot.
    9. Cut a 1" x 3" piece of Whisper White cardstock.
    10. Stamp sentiment using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink
    11. Adhere to the card base over the ribbon using Dimensionals.

    You can check out some tips and tricks for making this card in my YouTube Video.  Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel!

     

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


    Your Creativity Awaits

    Do you love to craft and are you looking for a kit that ships directly to you each month with special perks each month? Then you will LOVE “YOUR CREATIVITY AWAITS”!  

    With “Your Creativity Awaits”, each month you will receive an exclusive make and take kit (2 cards of 4 designs) plus a PDF Tutorial AND $25 in product!  All for only $48 per month shipped directly to you or $44 local pick up.

    Each month, the Design Team will choose one stamp set or bundle (not included – but there will be an option to add-on) and design fun projects for you to create. If you don't already own the stamp set or bundle, you may add it to your kit or use what you have. 

    As a member of Your Creativity Awaits, each month you'll enjoy the following:
    8 Cards (2 each of 4 different designs) - designed by Your Creativity Awaits Team
    Exclusive Project tutorials you can follow along with to create your cards
    Receive $25 in product – you’ll be surprised each month when you open your kit!

    After 6 consecutive months of membership, you will receive a thank you of $25 product credit (before shipping and taxes) to spend on whatever you choose!

    Your Creativity Awaits Kit Timelines
    • The upcoming kit information including supplies needed will be announced by the 15th of the previous month
    • Sign up must be done by the 2nd Sunday of the month
    • Kits will be shipped and tutorials emailed out by the 4th Tuesday of the month (subject to unforeseen delays in the shipment of product from Stampin’ Up!)

    Cost

    Shipped: $48 monthly
    Porch Pick-up: $44 monthly

    Available to Canadian Residents Only

    Each month, you will need to order and pre-pay for your kit.  You can pay by e-transfer or by Credit Card (Master Card or Visa only).  Payment must be received by the second Sunday of the month. 

    December Your Creativity Awaits Kit: Featuring Fancy Phrases


    Merry and Bright Online Extravaganza




    Coming November 24th, save 10% on almost everything in the Annual Catalogue!!! Some items are excluded - here's the list of exclusions.

    What's on your wish list? You can place your order on November 24th until 10:50pm Pacific. Don't miss out!


    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'll be mailing you both in mid December.  If you would like to receive them, place an order before December 10th and I'll send them to your for FREE!

    Please be sure to use the current Host Code HU4NB3BF 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!  

    Happy Stamping!
    Melva

  • 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 - December Kit

  • Supply List for Project

    Curvy Christmas Fancy Fold Card

    Sunday 22 November 2020

    I had fun making this fancy fold card using the Curvy Christmas stampset, Classic Christmas Designer Series Paper and the Stitched Stars Dies. I shared the same fancy fold in my blog on November 2nd featuring the Quite Curvy Bundle.  You can check out that card and my YouTube video showing you how to make this fancy fold card.

    I love the colour combination of Cherry Cobbler and Sahara Sand.  What do you think?






    Instructions - check out my YouTube video for tips and tricks for making this card

    1. Cut Cherry Cobbler cardstock 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and score at 4 1/4" and fold in half to form card base.
    2. Cut 1 1/4" from the left and right hand side - from the bottom to the 4 1/4" score line.
    3. Cut 4 pieces of Designer Series Paper 1" x 5 1/4"
    4. Adhere Designer Series Paper to the left and right flaps on the front using Stampin' Seal.
    5. Adhere the other two pieces on the left and right hand side of the inside of the card.
    6. Cut Whisper White cardstock 2 3/4" x 4" and emboss using the Wrapped in Texture Embossing Folder.
    7. Adhere to the middle flap using Stampin' Seal.
    8. Cut Window Sheet 1 1/2" x 4" and adhere to the back of the left and right flap using Stampin' Seal.
    9. Stamp sentiment using Cherry Cobbler ink on Whisper White cardstock and cut out using Paper Snips.
    10. Cut star and swirls from Cherry Cobbler cardstock.
    11. Adhere to the Window Sheet using Stampin' Seal.
    12. Adhere sentiment using Dimensionals over the stars.
    13. Adhere individual stars to Designer Series Paper using Dimensionals.
    14. Cut Whisper White cardstock 2 3/4" x 4".
    15. Stamp stars on bottom using Cherry Cobbler ink.
    16. Stamp sentiment on a scrap of Whisper White cardstock.  Fussy cut using Paper Snips.
    17. Adhere to inside of card using Dimensionals.

    Your Creativity Awaits

    Do you love to craft and are you looking for a kit that ships directly to you each month with special perks each month? Then you will LOVE “YOUR CREATIVITY AWAITS”!  

    With “Your Creativity Awaits”, each month you will receive an exclusive make and take kit (2 cards of 4 designs) plus a PDF Tutorial AND $25 in product!  All for only $48 per month shipped directly to you or $44 local pick up.

    Each month, the Design Team will choose one stamp set or bundle (not included – but there will be an option to add-on) and design fun projects for you to create. If you don't already own the stamp set or bundle, you may add it to your kit or use what you have. 

    As a member of Your Creativity Awaits, each month you'll enjoy the following:
    8 Cards (2 each of 4 different designs) - designed by Your Creativity Awaits Team
    Exclusive Project tutorials you can follow along with to create your cards
    Receive $25 in product – you’ll be surprised each month when you open your kit!

    After 6 consecutive months of membership, you will receive a thank you of $25 product credit (before shipping and taxes) to spend on whatever you choose!

    Your Creativity Awaits Kit Timelines
    • The upcoming kit information including supplies needed will be announced by the 15th of the previous month
    • Sign up must be done by the 2nd Sunday of the month
    • Kits will be shipped and tutorials emailed out by the 4th Tuesday of the month (subject to unforeseen delays in the shipment of product from Stampin’ Up!)

    Cost

    Shipped: $48 monthly
    Porch Pick-up: $44 monthly

    Available to Canadian Residents Only

    Each month, you will need to order and pre-pay for your kit.  You can pay by e-transfer or by Credit Card (Master Card or Visa only).  Payment must be received by the second Sunday of the month. 

    December Your Creativity Awaits Kit: Featuring Fancy Phrases


    Merry and Bright Online Extravaganza




    Coming November 24th, save 10% on almost everything in the Annual Catalogue!!! Some items are excluded - here's the list of exclusions.

    What's on your wish list? You can place your order on November 24th until 10:50pm Pacific. Don't miss out!


    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'll be mailing you both in mid December.  If you would like to receive them, place an order before December 10th and I'll send them to your for FREE!

    Please be sure to use the current Host Code HU4NB3BF 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!  

    Happy Stamping!
    Melva

  • 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 - December Kit

  • Supply List for Project


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