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Sail Away Half-Z Fold

May 9, 2020May 21, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

We had a crazy week last week! We live in North Texas and we had a storm roll through last Tuesday night. It caused straight line wind damage to our 26 year old trees! We have one left in tact. One had to be completely removed since it split in half and half was on the house! Our alley was completely blocked by the back two trees and it damaged part of our fence. So hopefully I get a pass for not posting last week!

We did continue with the Mystery Stamping Event via Zoom last Friday. These have been so much fun and seeing everyone’s creations has been so rewarding! I made a power point on how to make a Half-Z Fold and I shared it with the Zoom group. I really need some masculine birthday cards and the Come Sail Away suite doesn’t disappoint! Having a suite really helps coordinate your creations and makes them look professional!

To create this Half Z Fold:

•9”x 5 ½ ” card base of your color choice. Score at 1 7/8″ and at 4 7/8″

2 designs of coordinating Designer Series Paper (DSP) or patterned paper: Main Focal pattern: 2 ¾ ” X 5 ¼” & another with that same pattern 1 ¼ “ x 5 ¼ “; another pattern cut to 1 ½” x 5 ¼”

•2 5/8” x 5-1/4” Whisper White for inside the card.

Adhere your matching 2 DSP pieces to the card base to the front part of the card and the smaller on the right-hand side. –Adhere the Whisper White next to that flush with the 5 ½ side. –Add the last piece of DSP to the small fold.

Then you choose a shape for your anchor piece (mine is the anchor/happy birthday piece)

There are some great deals on the Last Chance products and you can order the Ornate Garden Suite items too! I am at a much needed craft retreat playing with Pre-Order items! (it just re-opened May 1st-it’s only 3 of us-and we are the first since the stay at home started).

Here is the host code for this month! Remember that if you order more than $150-you can enjoy the host benefits for yourself!

Stay safe! Blessings!

Be sure to include your contact information so I can send you a Thank You gift!

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Mystery Stamping

April 27, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I participated in a Zoom call with other demos in our region and Chad, our Demonstrator Development Manger. It was a lot of fun to meet others, brainstorm ideas, and made new connections! Our focus was on how to keep people stamping, helping pass the time, and to aid in ideas on how to keep our classes/events going.

There was a great suggestion from a dear friend, Sharon Armstrong from Arizona, to hold a Mystery Stamping/ Card event. She usually does hers via FB. We tried it last Friday and we had so much fun! It really helped boost spirits, inflict laughter, and showed our talents!!!

This is the end product for the Peek-a-boo Panel card that I came up with. I had a power point with clues on each one. Each person used their own stash of paper, patterned paper, inks, and other supplies.

Check out the other people’s creations!

We already agreed to do it again this Friday and the event is full! Wow! Here is another one that I made for this layout too!

Don’t forget to order your Last Chance Items before they are gone! The link to shop: click on Laura’s Stampin’ Up! website and use host code through April 30th: 2GD9RANM

Stay safe and healthy!

Technique Video

Using Masks to Create Backgrounds

April 24, 2020April 24, 2020 lkvenvert1 Comment

When I made this card, I didn’t intend to make a pun about using masks, but here it is! I was just playing with some pieces that I had stamped and cut out a few weeks ago. I wanted to play with my Decorative Masks and spritzing a colored background! I really wish you could see the card in person!

I made a video to also show you how to make this card and share some useful tips! A special thank you to Patty Bennet for the suggestion of using Stamparatus Plates to keep your work area mess free! (mostly mess free)

I did try this technique with Whisper White card stock, but it bled a bit.

Here is a close up of the card so you may be able to see the shimmer paint that is mixed in with the Stamping Spritzer. To make your bottle of color: pour rubbing alcohol about 3/4 of the way to the top of the bottle. Add 4-8 drops of your ink refill. You need more for lighter colors and less for darker colors. Then, you add a drop of Frost White Shimmer Paint in the spritzer. Shake really well!

I really enjoyed making this card and that it turned into a club project too! If you are wanting to purchase some items, here is the host code for April!

If your list has over $100 on it, you should consider joining our Crafting Corner Team! For just $99 plus tax, you will get to choose up to $125 in current products! PLUS you will get to view the NEW catalog now and pre-order on May 3rd! Your first quarter minimum is due September 2020! Click on The Ultimate Bundle above or click on Join the Crafting Corner team now!

Blessings and stay safe!

Laura

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Just Add Stamps Kit

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

Are you ready for a card tutorial that goes with adorable Under My Umbrella Bundle? I have just the boredom busting treat for you! I will have a PDF and video for you to create 3 cards with the purchase of the Under My Umbrella Bundle 153786 $30.50.

For an additional $15 (includes 1st class shipping), I can mail you the consumable parts for the 3 cards (but you will get enough for 6 cards, 2 of each design) I wear gloves to cut and package so you can feel safe receiving the packets! We are hunkered down and healthy! Order deadline is April 30th! Use Host Code 2GD9RANM (be sure not to click “no contact”)

It always tickles me to see an email come across that someone has placed an online order! I take it as a compliment that you chose me! It does make me sad that some choose to check “no contact”. Please know that I just like to spoil my customers, keep them informed a few times a month (not 12 times a day-annoying), and send thank you perks! I promise I am not the pushy type!

Here is the list of items to have on hand to make the cards. You can always improvise or change it up too!

If choose to cut the consumables yourself-here are the supplies. I will have dimensions in the PDF.

Feel free to share this with your friends that love to stamp, card making, or craft! I reward for referrals too!

Stay safe and healthy! Laura

Technique Video

Simple Spotlight Technique

April 11, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

One bonus of being at home is that I am finally stepping out of my comfort zone and making more videos! What are you doing to pass the time?

Here is a super simple technique you can use for your more detailed line images. You stamp the whole image onto Rococo Rose card stock and then stamp the image again onto a Whisper White cardstock and punch out your focal point! The results are stunning and elegant! Plus you can make quite a few in a short amount of time! Send some love to those you miss seeing! I promise that it will melt their heart!

Here is a close up of the focal point! I used the Epoxy Frosted/Clear Droplets to create some bling. Use the Rococo Rose Dark Blend pen to color your vellum and then punch it out with the Twig Punch. Custom colored vellum in a snap!

Please stay safe and healthy! Happy Easter!

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Floral Friendship

April 7, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

This card started as a completely different idea in my head! Does this ever happen to you? I wanted to make a card with the Under My Umbrella bundle. As you can see-that didn’t happen. The color inspiration came from the Dressed to Impress DSP! The flowers in the DSP were so close to the smaller roses in the Beautiful Friendship (Anuual Catalog 149252, pg 123), that I was going to make a light background with them. Well, the thought train derailed and jumped onto a different track! I LOVE how it turned out!

One of the benefits of the Beautiful Friendship stamp set is that you can stamp in generations! (stamp on the ink pad once and get 1 to 3 images from that one inking).

The roses were stamped with Lovely Lipstick, but I stamped on my grid paper first, then the Whisper White to make it a softer hue. I adore hydrangeas! I wish it wasn’t so hot in Texas-my yard would have tons of them! So, for those, I stamped them with the Highland Heather and used the one inking 2 times! The leaves Mint Macaron at full strength and the accent sprig was stamped with So Saffron. The big rose bunch was stamped with Blushing Bride.

I stamped the sentiment with Basic Grey so it wasn’t so in your face! Then I colored the Basic Pearls with the Dark Highland Heather Stampin’ Blend. A few brushes of Wink of Stella and some Polka-Dot Tule and it was done! I did stamp some edges of leaves and hydrangeas to the sentiment so it blended in a bit.

I am so excited!! On April 20th, demonstrators get to see the new catalog!! AND the PRE-Order is in May! Sqeeeeee! If you can’t wait, may I suggest joining my team! The Ultimate Bundle is just $99 plus tax. You will get up to $125 in any current product offering! Then you could get a sneak peek of the catalog AND order before everyone else! The bonus?? With you 20% discount! Click on Laura’s Stampin’ Up! site to get started!

Here is a sneak peek of a gorgeous suite that will be in the NEW catalog! Click on the Ornate Garden Suite Early Release flyer to order!

Stay home, stay safe, and craft! Hugs Laura

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Ornate Daisy

April 2, 2020 lkvenvert1 Comment

Adjusting to this new norm is definitely a challenge for all of us. I have been holding on the silver linings in each day. When I go for a walk, I am noticing more people biking, walking, and gardening! And I LOVE spring-so I am taking a lot of pictures of flowers blooming! It’s a message from above to keep the faith-renewal and rebirth is coming! So, stay positive! It’s okay to not be okay too! Just don’t stay there-let it out and then count your blessings!

If you are like me, you can go create in your craft space and just loose track of time! Stampin’ Up! just released the Ornate Garden Suite for customers to order this month! As a demonstrator, we were able to order it as a pre-order item. It is amazing! The whole suite is worth purchasing, but you can also order ala cart! I have created several items with this already! This one is my favorite so far!

I stamped the single daisy and colored it with a Blender Pen and some ink off of the lid of the ink pads. I did use some Memento Black to shade the daisy for more depth. I love the Night of Navy, Whisper White, and Daffodil Delight colors together for daisies!! It just screams spring! I used a proportionate sized border from the Ornate Borders Dies and ran a piece of Night of Navy through die cutting machine. The Ornate Floral 3-D embossing is just gorgeous! I used a piece of Daffodil Delight to make a pop of color behind the daisy. The DSP is from the Painted Poppies pack. I wanted to add some Old Olive and a simple pattern.

I finished this card with a Linen Thread bow, some Wink of Stella Clear, and a small sentiment. I used one of the smaller dies in the Nesting Dies to cut it out.

Please stay safe and healthy!

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Ornate Garden Suite Collection (English) [154153] $136.75	Ornate Borders Dies [152724] $34.00	Stitched Nested Labels Dies [149638] $35.00	Ornate Style Cling Stamp Set [152572] $21.00	Ornate Floral 3D Embossing Folder [152725] $9.00
Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper [151324] $11.50	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272] $8.25	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119683] $8.75	Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867] $8.75
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090] $7.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110] $7.50	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [147094] $7.50	Linen Thread [104199] $5.00
Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897] $8.00

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Today is the LAST day!

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

Sale-a-bration ends Today!😱😱

Just shop my site and enter host code 3JJGXQM9
At check out and it ships to you! I have a special thank you gifts that I can mail you for your purchase!

And-I also have a special thank you gift for the next person who joins our Crafting Corner team!
$99 plus tax=up to $125 in the product is your choice-BUT you also get this adorable mini paper trimmer, 6×6 sampler pack, and a stamp set of your choice! Ends March 31st!!

Sketch Challenges

Bird Ballad Beauty

March 29, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

A creative mind makes for a happy person these days! I posted to my FB page, Laura’s Creative Corner, a card sketch that I saw on Pinterest! I have had quite a few people post their creations already!

Here is the sketch! You should try it out!

I wanted this card to be super simple! So I started out with the Bird Ballad DSP and found two birds on the patterned paper that I admired. I then cut it out with the Stitched Shapes Circle (2nd to the largest) and then built the colors from the image. I finally settled on the Whisper White Base (thick card stock) and Soft Suede as the mat piece. I love the Calypso Coral page from the DSP that has the bird cages on it. That is what I chose to make my three panels. I used the Stitched Rectangle dies to cut them out so they had more texture.

I then stamped the sentiment from the coordinating Free as a Bird stamp set using Early Espresso ink on Crumb Cake. Then I used the Classic Label punch to cut it out and pop up with Mini Dimensionals. (I used Dimensionals to pop up all of the layers except the Soft Suede) To create the leaves, I cut out 2 pieces of Old Olive using the Leaf punch. I used a sponge to distress some Old Olive on the edges to create more depth.

I am soooooo close to my goal! $122 and that’s it!

Sale-a-bration ends Tuesday! 😱😱
I have my goal tracker and it keeps me motivated to see it! I earn FREE items too!

Every bit helps! Just shop Laura’s Stampin’ Up! website and enter host code 3JJGXQM9
At check out and it ships to you! I have a special thank you gift for the one who pushes me over!

Stay safe and healthy! And God Bless all of you!

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Soft Suede 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [115318] $8.75	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702] $8.75	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [120953] $8.75	Pearl Basic Jewels [144219] $5.00	Leaf Punch [144667] $16.00
Classic Label Punch [141491] $18.00	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114] $7.50	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090] $7.50	Stamping Sponges [141337] $4.00

Kits

Just Add Stamps!

March 28, 2020March 28, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

So, how are we doing in your neck of the woods? We have been busy actually! I think we have the e-Learning down for my 4th grader and that takes up half of the day! Then we try to go outside between pollen swaths and rain! We have a track close to the house and I go out and walk with my music! BUT being in my craft room is the most therapeutic thing I do for myself!

So, that got me thinking that some of you would LOVE a creative break! Grab a glass of wine (or your favorite beverage) and lock yourself in a peaceful room and create! These kits are all pre-cut and include everything but the stamps! You can choose your sentiments from what you have at home!

I used gloves to cut and package them too! I can mail them for an additional $4 in the United States. Local pick up available too! I have 4 kits left-I already sold 7! But, I can order supplies and have them ready in a week! I am typing up a tip sheet to email to you as well!

Kit contents: supplies to make 4 cards, 2 of each design! An emailed tip sheet and all packaged while wearing gloves! Just $10 each set! PayPal me to place your order!

IF you love the DSP and lacey dies, this is a sneak peek of a gorgeous bundle!

It is also the LAST few days of Sale-a-Bration! That means the FREE items you earn with each $50 increment are almost GONE! You can shop on my site (I’m soooooo close {like any small to medium order could do it}to my SAB goal too!)-I have a special treat for the person who pushes me to that!) Just click on Laura’s Stampin’ Up! website and use HOST CODE 3JJGXQM9 at check out! It will ship to you from Stampin’ Up!

***updated****I’m $121 shy of my goal! I have a special gift for the one who pushes me to my goal!

IF you love a discount on your craft supplies-I HIGHLY encourage you to sign up! Even if its for a discount! Sign up by March 31st (that’s this Tuesday-oh and it’s Saturday today in case you need to know). For just $99 plus local tax you get: your choice of up to $125 in current product (pre-order too), PLUS a mini-paper trimmer, a sampler of 6×6 DSP, and a stamp set of your choice! That is a BARGAIN! SIGN UP HERE!

You get a 20% discount on all purchases/sales with the ability to get to 25%! To stay active you just meet the minimum of $300 a quarter (that’s before your discount too). We are fun and active group that have local/virtual quarterly gatherings and a private FB for our team! We share creations, accomplishments, and any new promotions! And if it isn’t for you, no penalties!

Stay safe and healthy!

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