Dec 19, 2015 | cards, Christmas, Seasonal Catalogue, Stampin' Up!
We got snow! Here in Ontario, we’ve been having unseasonably warm weather – while my friends in BC were watching the snow falling on the lower mainland….but we did get some big fat flakes falling today (though apparently it’s supposed to warm up again…who knows…)
Anyway – I don’t think that I shared this earlier….though I have been sharing some recent works of art from some friends on my Instagram account, I realize I’ve been a bit of a slacker here. Apologies! This is a card inspired by one I received from one of my demonstrator team members, Leanne. This dove is gorgeous when embossed, and I love deep colours for the background, so in this case it’s Blackberry Bliss. I also had fun with the Softly Falling Embossing Folder on the Gold Foil Cardstock – it’s such a great look – I ended up using it for a lot of the cards that I managed to get sent out! 
The sentiment is embossed in gold and is from the Your Presents stamp set. An extra touch with the Curvy Corner Trio Punch to make it even more fancy and it’s ready to go.
If you are getting down to the wire with your shopping (like me….) gift certificates are always a great option! YamStamps Gift Certificates are available in any denomination, can be used towards product purchases (in Canada) or class fees (Canada or world wide for online classes), and can be delivered electronically! Please contact me to arrange one for that special crafter in your life.
Nov 29, 2015 | cards, specials, Stampin' Up!
I love working with vellum because I always think it gives an elegant touch to projects! This is an easy thank you card made with Stampin’ Up! Gold Fancy Foil Vellum (which is part of the Online Extravaganza ending November 30th). The heart vellum is layered on top of English Garden Designer Series Paper. The word “thanks” from the Another Thank You set is stamped in Soft Suede onto the Designer Series Paper. An additional layer of interest is added by stamping the watercolour flower image from Garden In Bloom in Old Olive on the Old Olive card. The gold doily cut in half at the top of the strip hides the adhesive holding the vellum in place. The bottom of the vellum is left loose.
Tomorrow (Monday) is the last day for Stampin’ Up!’s Online Extravaganza, and there’s one more set of Flash Sale items to be had on the final day. See the full list of sale items here. For the Flash Sale: If you like Project Life, or need to make some Christmas tags, you won’t want to miss out! There’s a Project Life bundle that includes a 12 x 12 album, pocket pages and This is the Life Cards and Accessory Pack. A perfect Christmas gift for a busy person who still wants to be organized and keep track of life events! I’ve also used Project Life Accessory Pack items to decorate in my planner 🙂 (I shared it on Twitter). The Christmas Tagables set will also be available in a discounted bundle with the Ornate Tag Topper Punch (edited – my mistake!!) Elegant Tag Topper Punch– great for your gift giving! (Please note that the bundle links won’t work until the Flash Sale is in effect….if I’ve done it properly!! LOL). Happy Shopping!
Nov 20, 2015 | Announcements, cards, specials, Stampin' Up!
Pulled out this Stampin’ Up! set to create a fun floral card with Stampers Club members the other night. We used the Tiny Triangles Embossing Folder on the overlaid piece and the Flower Patch stamp set with coordinating Flower Fair Framelits Dies for the images on the card. Added an elegant touch with the Pearl Basic Jewels which are one of my “go to” accents when a card needs a little something extra.
If you’re in need of a little something extra for your crafting – you’ll love this! Stampin’ Up! is having an ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA!
Starting Monday, selected items will be on sale for up to 50% with flash sales (24 hours only) on the first day (November 23rd) and last day (November 30th) – while supplies last. See what’s going to be on sale. Once you’ve got your list made up – after the sale starts – head here to shop online. Use the hostess code Y3ZGNTTE if your order is under $200 and you will get free access to the Merry Moments Online Class! If your order is over $200 you will automatically get free access to the online class (plus you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards aka free product!). Contact me if you have any questions or need assistance placing your order.
Nov 13, 2015 | cards, Stampin' Up!
Or even if it’s not…here’s a fun birthday card for some who is celebrating! This card features the Stampin’ Up! set Build a Birthday. This set is photopolymer, meaning that the material with which you stamp will be clear (or in my case, a little stained perhaps, but still see through-ish). I find this makes it a bit easier to line up the elements for the cake – each layer is a different stamp. In this case, all the layers were the same colour, but you could make it a multi-coloured cake if you wish! Chocolate Chip (I thought that was appropriate) and Tempting Turquoise are the colours, and yes, I re-inked my Tempting Turquoise ink pad after making this card….so the cards from the class were a bit more vivid. I have found the Project Life Cards and Labels Framelits Dies to be so useful – I think I’ve used this label die on a card at each of my last few classes – in this case, it’s for the birthday wishes sentiment (love that script).
If you’ve signed up for my newsletter, you’ll notice that you are asked for your birth month. Starting in the new year, newsletter recipients will receive an extra mailing during their birthday month. Don’t worry if you didn’t enter your month at the time you signed up, I’ll have you covered as well…. If you haven’t yet signed up (you’ll still be in time for the remaining mailings for the 12 Weeks of Christmas as well) – use the form in the corner of the blog or click here.
Nov 5, 2015 | cards, Christmas, Events, Stampin' Up!
I love how vellum makes projects look even more impressive. This simple card was made using Stampin’ Up!’s Holidays Fancy Foil Designer Vellum. For this card, two strips of the silver snowflake vellum were layered on top of each other and bordered by some White Glitter Ribbon. Ignore that the top ribbon is slightly wonky….I learned from this and everyone in club learned a technique to make sure that their ribbon was straight!! (I’ll put up a video about it later this week – promise!)
If you want to find out more about how to use vellum in your cardmaking, then be sure to register for the November Christmas Card Class – REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TODAY! Class happens on November 19th at 7pm here in Burlington, and your $30 class fee includes a package of Iced Rhinestones and the Winter Wonderland Designer Vellum Stack. You’ll use some of the product to make your 4 cards that evening, and take the rest home – plenty to make more projects! See the YamStamps Events Page or click below to register by PayPal. Contact me if you have any questions. See you in class!
Nov 2, 2015 | Announcements, cards, Stampin' Up!, YamStampsMore
My favourite thing about autumn is the changing colours, though around here, the trees are starting to get bare – lots of colourful leaves on the ground! I love Stampin’ Up!’s Sheltering Tree stamp set, and here it’s combined with the Woodland Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. It uses the same technique that we did on CHCH Morning Live a little while ago – ink the leaves in Hello Honey, and then use a sponge dauber to randomly apply a second colour – in this case, Tangerine Tango. This is a great card that can be used for any occasion.
If you’re looking for card ideas, and holiday cards in particular, I’ve teamed with a friend for my latest online class offering. Holiday Cards are the focus – and each class features a different holiday stamp set. You can purchase an individual class for $10 CAD or get all four for $30. See more information here. You’ll be able to access the class materials instantly! If you prefer the “hands on” type of learning, don’t forget the upcoming Christmas Card Class November 19th, or the Stamp a Stack on November 28th. (more information and registration here) See? No excuses not to have at least a few handmade cards for those special people on your list!
