Create a Beautiful Easel Card with Horse & Sleigh Suite and Onlne Exclusive Products

 Hi Everyone,

Thanks for stopping in today for my blog. Today I'm sharing a couple of cards my Stampin' Café Team got to create when we had a team gathering. I shared a couple of new and upcoming Online Exclusive products with them. These included the Timeless Charms Bundle and the Horse & Sleigh Suite. 

The Horse & Sleigh Suite of products and just so wonderful! What I really like is the One Horse Open Sleigh 6"x6" Desinger series paper. The snow scenes are beautiful and can be the main focal point of your holiday cards easily. 

This notecard is super cute with the polka dot DSP and the Radiating Stitched rectange. For this card, I used the Timeless Charm dies for the beautifully detailed flower die. There are many dies you can add your own creativity with with cardstock or DSP. Timeless Charm is a bundle with a stamp set and coordinating dies.

This card is special. it is an Easel Card. This will stand up to be on display on someone's special desk or table. I used all of the products in the suite. I stamped onto the beautiful pices of DSP and used the snow dies and the tree die. 

It's easy to create an easel card. For this card I cut a piece of Misty Moonlight at 4 1/4" x 11" and scored at 5 1/2" like a standard A2 sized card. Then I scored at 2 3/4 for the "flap" or front of card that the front panels will be secured to. For an easel card, you will want something that will stop the card from simply folding down. I used a 1" x 3 3/4" strip of Pecan Pie and and layer of DSP. I glued that to the bottom of the inside of the card. This acts as a "stopper". If you want the Easel card to stand up taller, simply make the inside "stopper" wider.

The colors in the One Horse Open Sleigh DSP include such rich and beautiful colors like Boho Blue, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Pecan Pie, and many more. I used the Misty Moonlight and Pecan Pie as a pairing. They go so well together. You can watch my video on how I created this Easel Card and the techniques I used. You will also be able to see how to find the Online Exclusive products on Stampin' Up!. 

These new Online Exclusive products will be available to customers on July 6th. If you want them now, you can add them to a Starter Kit by joining my team with Stampin' Up! and get more products in your kit this month only. Remember that there is a 15% off sale on Designer Series Paper too, so you can get even more products for the joining special. 

Be sure to mark your calendar for July 6th to see what else might be available in additon to the ones I shared today. I can see a sneak peek of a couple of must haves that will be released on July 6th and they will get ordered so quickly, so be sure to shop right away to get a heads start to your holiday crafting. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

Designer Series Pocket Cards - Perfect for all Sorts of Gifts

 

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for stopping in today. I recently did a Facebook Live for these super cute "pocket cards". I shared several ideas for these too. I hope you read on for some super great ideas. You can create your own with just one sheet of designer series paper.

This first design was created for my Stampin' Café Team gathering. I saw my friend, Rachel from @sweetbeadesignsco create a "pocket card" for her pen pals using designer series papers. I thought it would be so fun to make these for my Café team filled with cardmaking supplies.

For the fun "card candy" I added some ovals, die cut flowers and leaves, and punched out shapes to be used on upcoming projects. You will have three pockets when you create this "pocket card". Here are some more ideas for these. 

This one is so special for that tea lover. I started the day with a Lemon Zinger Herbal blend. Then a mid-day pick up with Tumeric energy. Finally, in the last pocket, some SleepyTime tea for a good nights rest. I'm going to send this off to my far away friend, Cindi. She joins me on Facebook each week and she loves tea. It's perfect!

This designer series paper is a blast from the past. Do you remember what it was called? It was Afternoon Picnic. I just love the vintage look of this designer series paper. I also used the retired Tea Together Bundle.

Now think about the holidays coming and create a perfect hot cocoa kit. The designer series paper for this pocket gift was the Santa's Workshop from last years holiday catalog. 

You may have done a double take when you looked at this super cute hot cocoa "pocket card" kit. I filled it with hot chocolate, candy canes, and marshmallows. It is larger than my previous ideas. I'll share the measures for each below. You can watch my video for a tutorial on how to make them.

To make this standard "pocket card", here is what you need.

• 1 sheet of designer series paper
• Cut 2 pieces measuring 4" x 12" (pay attention to the DSP and if it has a specific way of going)
• Cut 1 piece measuring 4" x 8" (the left over piece can be used for the front of the card or accents inside of the card)

You can decide to make the front and back of your "pocket card" with the same designer paper (DSP), or use a coordinating designer series paper. I like that I can use one sheet of DSP to create one.

To make this larger "pocket card", you will need more than one sheet of DSP. Here is what you need.

• 2 sheets of DSP cut at 6" x 12"
• 1 piece of DSP cut at 6" x 8" 

To know how to create your "pocket card" when you have your DSP cut, you can watch my video. It is really easy to put together. You just need a circle punch and liquid glue.

Thanks again for stopping in. I hope you are thinking of some ways to create these "pocket cards". It's a great way to use that wonderful designer series paper. Now is the perfect time for these with the 15% off DSP sale this month. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

 

Stampin' Saturday with Bird's Eve View Sketch Challenge

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to another wonderful Stampin' Saturday. Today I've been inspired by a card I received quite awhile ago. I just like the way the card was layed out and the sampling of a bit of designer series paper. 

This Poppy Parade card caught my eye and I thought it would be fun to create a card with the same layout idea. I just got the new Bird's Eye View stamp set and thought it would be fun to play with it. 

Here it is. This super cute card was created using Fresh Freesia as the main color and a sampling of the Delightfully Eclectic 12" x 12" Designer Series paper (DSP). I just love all of the images in the Bird's Eye View stamp set. 

Stampin' Blends were used for coloring. I can't get enough of coloring with Stampin' Blends. It comes out so smooth when you color and shading is so fun. 

One thing to note is that the Bird's Eye View stamp set has not sentiments. For my card today, I used Cirlce Sayings and this inside sentiment came from Charming Sentiments stamp set. I love that I can pull out other stamp sets to combine with the Bird's Eye View stamp set for the occasion I need. 

It was fun creating with inspiration from another card. I want to inspire you to create too, so I'm putting out this challenge. 

• Create your own card inspired by this layout. 
• Send me a photo of your card through email or upload to my Stampin' Spot FB page. You can comment under the shared post that I do with this blog. 
• Upload your creation to me by June 30th

When you send me your card, you can win a sampling of the Delightfully Eclectic 12" x 12" DSP. There may be more than one winner depending on the number of cards that are shared with me. 

The Delightfully Eclectic 12" x 12" DSP is a package of 48 sheets. You get 4 each of 12 double sided designs. That's a lot of crafting fun! I will cut the sampling to 6" x 6" sized pieces.

I hope you create and send me your card from my challenge. I'd love to see what you design. Crafting and sharing is a great way to connect. Remember you have until June 30th to get your card to me through email or my Stampin' Spot FB page.

Happy Stampin'

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

Stamp Set Spotlight - Inked & Tiled

 

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for stopping in today. It's such a wonderful time of year as the school year winds down and we think of fun in the sun and sand. One of the things I love in stamping are those stamp sets that are kind of like "sketchy" or a bit softened or vintage like. The Inked & Tiled stamp set is just that. I love the almost watercolor look of the stamps. Today I'm sharing a couple of cards I've created using this stamp set. 

This first card is a fun fold card that has a belly band to hold the card closed. It's special when someone removes the belly band and sees the special fold with a nice sentiment. Here are the measurements to create this card yourself. You an use any designer series papers (15% off most desginer series papers going on through June).

Calypso Coral Base: 5 ½” x 11” ● 1” x 9 ½” for belly band Score at: 1 ¾”, 5 ½”, 9 ¾” DSP Layers: ● 5 ¼” x 1 ⅛” ● 5 ¼” x 3 ½” ● 5 ¼” x 1 ½” Basic White (inside): 5 ¼” x 3 ⅞” 2 3/8" Circle Punch 2 1/4" Circle Punch Additional Calypso Coral, basic white, and other CS for label and accents.

I love this card I created! One thing I love is monochromatic stamping. This is when you focus on one color or shades of one color. I just am drawn to that style. I do have a bit of other colors, but the rich Lost Lagoon color in the Inked Botanical designer series paper is so nice and definately the star of the show. Calyso Coral and Crushed Curry play supporting roles. Not sure why I made an acting analogy, but you know what I mean. 

I mentioned the Designer Series Paper Sale earlier. This sale is on for the month of June. You can enjoy 15% off most of the designer series papers (the 6" x 6" color group assorments are not on sale). Designer series papers are my favorite. You can use the designer series paper (DSP) as your color muse. Whenever I use DSP, I look at what colors are in the paper and let that be my guide for cardstock and ink colors for my project. DSP can create richness and interest in your projects. It also helps you create quick wow cards in a snap. I'll be sharing a fabulous DSP focused pocket card for all sort of occasions very soon, so be sure to come back soon. 

You might be interesed in the Inked & Tiled Suite. This suite comes with the beautiful Inked and Tiled Stamp set, Inked Botanicals 6" x 6" Designer Series paper, and the beautiful Lost Lagoon 1/4" Bordered Ribbon (this ribbon is so nice). The punches create such interesting geometric accents to your projects. 

To see the cards I created in action, you can click on the video below with more details on the Designer Series Paper Share.

Thanks again for joining me today. I hope I've inspired you to create something beautiful with DSP. Try out that monochromatic style. I'd love to see what you create.

Until next time... Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

Cheerful Daisies Specialty Class - 2 Options for a Wonderful Class

 

Hi Everyone,

You stopped in at a great time! I've just released my Cheerful Daisies Specialty Class for registration. This is going to be a fabulous class. You can participate In-Person or To Go. I like to offer to all my stamping friends near or far. Below details all the information for the class, so read on. 

Here it is, the Cheerful Daisies Specialty Class. The Fresh as a Daisy Suite of products is wonderful! Participants will get all the supplies, including new products, and create 6 fantastic projects (2 each of 3 designs) plus a bonus project. You can take this class in person, or do the "To Go" Option. The In-Person class will take place on Sunday, July 30th. "To-Go" packets will be mailed on Monday, July 31st. A PDF tutorial will be included for the "To Go" Option. Fill out your choice below ASAP. Limited Kits available. The Projects will be beautiful and Wow!

• Class A option includes:
• 1/2 package of the Fresh as a Daisy Designer Series Paper (DSP) 
  
• 1 package of the Adhesive-Backed Solid Gems
• Supplies to create 6 projects (2 each of 3 designs) + a bonus mystery project
• Cost for this class is $30 for in-person class + $9.50 Flat Rate Priority Shipping for the "To Go" option totaling $39.50.
• Class B Option includes:
• All the supplies in option A + the Cheerful Daisies Bundle $93 + $9.50 priority shipping for the "To Go" option. 

To reserve your seat or "To Go", simply continue to fill out this form. I will email to confirm your reservation and request payment by no later than July 16th.  Reminder that the In Person class is on Sunday, July 30th at 1:00 pm. I will ship "To Go" packets on Monday, July 31st. Deadline to register is July 16th. 

There are additional products that you need to complete the cards for this class. You will need additional stamp pads and sentiments of your choice. With two great promotions, you might consider combining your supply needs with the deals and steal below.

During the month of June, customers can join Stampin' Up! and receive $155 of product and pay just $99 (US Promotion). This is such a wonderful promotion. You can check out my blog about this join promotion for more details. 

Also in June is the Designer Series Paper Sale. You can stock up and save $15% off on most designer series papers. I have spotlighted some of my favorite designer series paper on my blog. Check it out.

I would love to have you participate In-Person or enjoy a To Go kit in July. Hurry though, because kits are limited and I'm working hard to prepare. Remember you will make two each of three designs + a fun bonus project. I cannot stamp any images for you, so be sure you have or include Option 2 to get the Cheerful Daisies Bundle. Reserve your kit today, so you are registered and get one of the wonderful project kits. 

I was on a walk when I saw these daisies. Boy they made me smile. I hope they make you smile too. Below I've listed additional supplies you will need to complete your projects. Remember the two great promotions you might take advantage of to combine with this class. Let me know if you have any questions.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

 

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to the perfect post today. It's the most wonderful time of the year with Stampin' Up! June is a great creative kick-off time as we look forward to those holidays right around the corner. Stampin' Up! knows that demonstrator rewards are the most appreciated by demonstrators, so Stampin' Up! decided to reward customers with more rewards when joining the Stampin' Up! family. 

When I became a demonstrator, I didn't think about what I should get. I didn't have many stamps, inks, or papers. We also didn't have the fabulous die-cutting systems there are now. Stampin' Up! also had suggested kit selections, so I just picked one that I liked. 

Today, you can customize and choose any products you wish. I'll talk about that in a bit. Let's look at the benefits of being a demonstrator.

DEMONSTRATOR BENEFITS

• Get 20%–25% off all Stampin’ Up! products.
• No “Selling” necessary…. unless you want to
• Earn additional income based on your sales and recruiting–just how much extra income is up to you.
• Set your own schedule and put in as much (or as little) time as you’d like.
• Get support through online training resources, a quarterly magazine, events, and a demonstrator-only online community with thousands of project ideas.
• Access to regular promotions, giving you an opportunity to contact customers.
• Opportunity to earn incentive trips.
• Chance to learn creative tips and techniques, share ideas, and meet new friends who love paper crafting as much as you do!

Now, what can I suggest for your starter kit? You have $155 of merchandise to choose and will pay j$99. That's free shipping too!

Starter Kit 1: Novice with very little stamping supplies 

Starting off with a stamp bundle with a punch is a great way for a beginning stamper. One that has sentiments for many occasions is best. It allows you to stamp a great card, and then step up your card with the coordinating punch. An assortment or cardstock, 5 must have colors, and some adhesives makes this a perfect beginner's kit.   

The bundle I would suggest is the Circle Saying Bundle. This is such a great beginning and all occasions stamp set. You can use stamp, ink, and paper, or step it up by using the punch. Add some coloring and you have created a wonderful card. Add a little sparkle too with the wonderful assortment of embellishments.

Starter Kit 2 : Has attending some classes and has some stamps and other supplies. Wants to do die-cutting and more challenging things. 

For this 2nd starter kit idea, since the stamper has gone to some classes and knows the basics and has some stamps and other supplies, it's time for more getting to be more confident. Stampin' Up! has 2 fabulous die-cutting machines. I really like to have customers begin with the Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine. So many of the dies and embossing folders fit through the Mini and it's easy to store and is portable. The Nested Essentails Dies are a perfect way to begin using the die-cutting machines more. Another die set that is perfect for many occasions is the Wanted to Say die set. This has wonderful sentiments and the shadow die to go with it.

Starter Kit 3 : Is an avid stamper and has stamped and attended classes. Has the die-cutting system, lots of stamps and things.

For this starter kit idea, It's time to really dig deeper into die-cutting with some beautiful dies that aren't coordinated with a stamp set, but are stand alone dies that can really take your card from nice to WOW!

There are a few die sets that you will want to add to your collection. The Petal Patterns dies are so cool. The Gorgeouse Garden dies will keep you crafting all day! Don't miss out on the Brilliant Backgrounds dies for fabulous textures. And don't forget to add Adhesive Sheets to your starter kit. This is a must when working with detailed dies!

Starter Kit 4 : Is in Avid stamper and just wants it all for coloring

I decided to focus on the Stampin' Write Markers. These are water-based markers and have many uses. You can simply color open line images, or step it up a little and use them to color the rubber stamps to get a variation of colors. Stampin' Blends are another popular way to color. Stampin' Up! has over 40 color pairs to choose from. You may also create a wonderful collection of Stampin' Blends. These alcohol markers are fabulous for coloring and blending.

There are no wrong choices to choosing what is best for you and where you are in your stamping journey. I didn't mention the acryllic blocks that are needed for the photopolymer stamps, so those could be part of your first order as a demonstrator. I hope you like my starter kit ideas.

By joining my Café Team, you will join a wonderful group of paper crafters. I will support you at any level you choose to participate in too. Most of my friends are hobby demonstrators and love to get their personal discount. My team can attend some events free and I have a Café team gathering each quarter (virtually and In-Person). I can support all levels of demonstrators. Contact me today to answer any questions or help you with the joining process. Maybe you are all ready to join. If so, join my Cafe' Team.

Happy Stamping,

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café