Ornate Daisy

June 3, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I am super thrilled that the 2020-2021 Annual Catalog is now available for all of us! The Ornate Garden suite was one of the first glimpse that we were able to play with until now! I made this card for our Mystery Zoom Stamp Event! (you should join us! Next one is June 19th 8PM (CST) sign up at Laura’s Stampin’ Up site!)

I make a power point of hints that we all go through via Zoom! I will send out an email with the suggested sizes and items to have on hand. You use what you have on hand and it’s ok that it’s retired or not SU! So it’s a FREE event! Local or out of town! Great for those that don’t feel ready to venture out too! We can even do a party for you and your friends!

Ok, now for the card. This was another Mini-Z Fold card and I love how it turned out! It was super simple to make.

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.

The base card measurements appear strange, but this fits perfectly in an A2 envelope! I just stamped the daisy from the Ornate Garden stamp set with Memento Black. Next, I cut it out with a larger oval from the Stitched Shapes dies. I used the Smoky Slate light blends marker to give some depth to the flower petals. I also used Wink of Stella to make some sparkle! I finished it off with a simple sentiment and a Linen Thread Bow!

Are you ready to order from the new catalog??? I have a host code for any order under $150 (if your order is over that- you should enjoy the host benefits or sign up!)

Most just join to be a hobby demonstrator and enjoy the perks of 20% off your purchases, pre-order and sneak peek, and you get to be a part of our Crafting Corner Team! (private FB page, quarterly gatherings, and lots of laughs)

It’s a bundle bash! On top of the $125 in product you pick from any current selections, you also get to select any stamp/tool bundle from the new 2020–2021 Annual Catalog for FREE. All for just $99!! And you don’t have to meet your first quarter minimum until 9/30/2020!

You can also host a party and get extra this month too! When you host a party or place an order that totals $250 or more-you get an additional $25 in FREE product!

I am preparing for my open house that is hybrid style! There a ton of new creations on the way!

Blessings!

Laura

#BlackLivesMatter

Product List

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132708 $6.00	141897 $8.00	152323 $30.00	104199 $5.00	144597 $9.00
144603 $9.00	145058 $9.00	102300 $7.00	152392 $25.00

Techniques

Parisian Gift Card Holder

May 28, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I wanted to share this card since we are in graduation season! Plus, you can always use cards made to hold gift cards, right? This one is super simple to put together! Just pick your theme and find your coordinating papers! We made this for a last Mystery Stamp Event a couple weeks ago.

I love that the Forever Blooms set is staying in the new catalog, but I am so sad to see it’s counterpart, Parisian Beauty retire! I will say, I am keeping that one!!!

Use strong adhesive for the tab that holds the gift card.

Gather the following to get started on your next gift card holder!

•11” x 4 ¼” card base (don’t fold yet)

•3 ¾ ” x 4” Whisper White one for outside and one for inside the card.

•DSP of your choice that coordinate with your card base. (cut 2) 1 ¼” x 4”

•One set or two stamp sets

•Strip for sentiment (optional)

•Circle punch 1 ½” or smaller.

•Embellishments, dies, punches, and inks of your choice Tape, glue, dimensionals, scissors etc. Items you generally use when creating your masterpieces.

Then you score your base piece (11”x 4 ¼ ”) at 1 ½ ” and at 5 ½ ”

–Adhere your matching 2 DSP pieces to the card base to the inside of the card and one of the Whisper White pieces next to it flush. –Decorate your outside piece of Whisper White and tape on the front. –Add the last piece of DSP to the small fold on the inside.

•BEFORE adhering the small inside flap-use the circle punch to punch a half circle in the center. Be sure to go through the DSP and the card stock. •Adhere the small fold with a strong adhesive just on the edges. (top/bottom)

You should join us for our next Mystery Stamping! Check out my events listed on Laura’s Stampin’ Up! Website!

Starting June 3rd- you can order from the NEW catalog!! AND there are two GREAT specials to get more bang for your buck!

First one is when you host a party or place an order that totals $250 or more-you get an additional $25 in FREE product!

Book an in home party, FB party, or Zoom party!

Now, if your wish list is insane like mine is, then you should just join! You don’t have to hold parties, but you have the ability to earn extra cash. Most just join to be a hobby demonstrator and enjoy the perks of 20% off your purchases, pre-order and sneak peek, and you get to be a part of our Crafting Corner Team! (private FB page, quarterly gatherings, and lots of laughs)

Please feel free to contact me with any questions! Blessings! Laura

Product List

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Faux Metal

November 12, 2019 lkvenvertLeave a comment

One of the projects for our monthly stamp club focuses on a technique. October I made this card with the Faux Metal Technique. I love how it turned out! The Come to Gather Suite is just gorgeous! I have made so many cards, décor items, and loose leaves with this bundle!

To create this card, I stamped the grain image with Pretty Peacock on a Pretty Peacock card base. Then I adhered the Come to Gather DSP after cutting the banner on one end. Next, I cut leaves using Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, and Terracotta Tile cardstock.

Now for the fun part! To make the faux metal, I punched a Very Vanilla Thick circle. Then I swiped Versamark ontop of the whole circle, sprinkled it with Silver Emossing Folder, and then heat set it. I reapeated the process 2 more times. But the last time I heat set the embossing powder, I had the stamp ready! While it is still hot, I pressed the stamp down firmly and pushed. I held it there for a few seconds and then pulled it up! The nice thing is if you don’t like the way it looks you can melt another layer and the messed up one will melt with it!

I accented the leaves with Wink of Stella clear and a small piece of the Come Together ribbon. I didn’t want my sentiment to take over, so I found a small one and used the Classic Label punch to cut it out.

Gather Together Bundle

$38.50

Come To Gather Designer Series Paper

$11.50

Come To Gather Ribbon Combo Pack

$9.00

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$8.75

Sahara Sand 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$8.75

Cajun Craze 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$8.75

Early Espresso 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$8.75

Terracotta Tile 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$8.75

Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Very Vanilla 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock

$8.25

Versamark Pad

$9.50

Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder

$6.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

$30.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

$8.00

Classic Label Punch

$18.00

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Get ready for the Online Extravaganza next week!!!

Birthday · Masculine · Techniques

Faux Stamped Leather

August 30, 2019August 31, 2019 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I hold stamp clubs 2 times a month and one of the cards I teach them is a technique. I make a small sample and a brief instruction piece for them to put in their journals. (I give one to them when they first sign up as a gift) It can be a challenge to find a new technique-so I searched on Splitcoast stampers and found the Faux Stamped Leather! I knew I was going to use the Sailing Home to make this technique! It’s a simple technique and a little messy.

First you take a piece of Crumb Cake and stamp your image with a dark color. I used Early Espresso for my anchor. Then you take the Stylus to outline the image while you have the cardstock on top of the Piercing Mat. (cushion) It will look like you hand punched leather. Now for the fun! Gather the following ink pads and sponges: Crushed Curry, Grapefruit Grove, Soft Suede, and Early Espresso. You will use your sponge (I use the ones Stampin’ Up! sells, 3 in a pack. I cut each one into 1/4’s) and sponge the color from edge to the center of your paper. Start with the lightest color and progress to the darkest. I then ran it through with the Stitched Shapes die to give it more texture.

To create the background, I stamped Night of Navy onto Night of Navy cardstock for a tone on tone. I love having masculine cards ready to go!

We are at our Annual Labor Day retreat!!! I am getting my crafting mojo back after the crazy summer! Be on the look out for more posts!!!

**TOMORROW** **LAST DAY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS GREAT PROMOTION!!!!!!!**

I highly recommend joining The Crafting Corner team today! You get to choose $155 in any current product (including the Holiday Pre-Order!!!!) for just $99 plus tax! ($30 more in product than usual!!) THEN Stampin’ Up! will give you a $10 bonus coupon to use next month….which next week!!! So what are you waiting for??? Click on Laura’s Stampin’ Up! website to join the fun!