Party On -- Continuing the Sale-a-bration Stampers Dozen Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

It's time for another great blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This time we are Partying on and continuing with our Sale-a-bration. We have just two weeks left in this years Sale-a-bration. Get those orders in soon. You don't want your favorite item to sell out before you get it. 

I absolutely love Fruit Salad designer series paper pack from the Sale-a-bration offerings. Of course, any one that knows me, knows that I am always crazy for the fruit stamp sets, punches, dies, or papers. I just need to have all of them. I have no idea what it is about them that makes me want them, but it's a pretty strong "NEED" when I set my eyes on them. (LOL)

For this card, I let the paper do all the work for me. With great paper like this, the real question is: Why wouldn't I let the paper do it's magic?  The orange and lemon are cut from the paper and added to the card with dimensionals. It is the perfect finishing touch. 

I used the Lifelong friends stamp set for the greeting. I felt a saying that says "picked" for a fruit card is the perfect match. 

Want to see more Sale-a-bration inspiration? Well, just scroll down to see the links and keep hopping. 

See the Annual Catalog HERE

See the Sale-a-bration Brochure HERE

There is also a Scrapbooking brochure HERE

But to see the complete selection of products available, including all of the Online Exclusives head over to my website, grab  a tea or coffee and start perusing. Don't forget to make your wishlist while you are checking everything out so you can place that Sale-a-bration order. 

Also, click the links below to continue to hop and find even more great Sale-a-bration  ideas. 

Thanks for stopping by. Come back soon.

All Things New

Hello Stamping Friends,

Remember me?  I know, I know, it's been too long since I have last visited it with you. But it's a new year and I'm going to make it a goal to blog more often. I miss sharing with you. I hope you will keep coming back for more inspiration. Don't forget I always welcome your comments on each post. 

It's time for a Stampers Dozen blog hop tonight. The theme is All About the New. We have a new mini catalog with great new stamps, papers, and accessories. Plus, we have the Sale-a-bration catalog. You know the drill something FREE with each qualifying order. Place those orders early before your favorite Sale-a-bration item is out of stock. 

For the sake of easing back into blogging, I choose to make a quick and super easy card. I actually didn't pick up a stamp to make this birthday card. The ephemera packs are like my new best friend. They are always there for me when I need them. (LOL)  This card uses the Birthday Treats Mix & Match Ephemera Pack. 

I also used the Timeless Plaid 6x6 designer series paper for the background design and color. I love a good patterned paper (polka dots, stripes, plaids, I'm not picky).  There is a strip of gold open weave ribbon on the left of the card to add some texture. I also used some antique pearls to finish the card. And no, not antique because I had a birthday this week either. HAHA

Although I didn't stamp anything I love how this card came together and I know I would love to receive it so why wouldn't anyone else?

Don't forget to keep hopping by clicking the links below. Also leave each blogger some love by commenting on their creations. 

Happy stamping. See you soon (that's a promise)!

A Gratitude Attitude Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friend,

It's been a hot minute since I posted and I have really missed you and sharing my projects with you. Thanks for always sticking with me. I definitely have a gratitude attitude for each and every one of my stamping friends.

This month's blog hop with the stampers dozen is all about gratitude. How appropriate for the month of November with Thanksgiving being the main focus. 

I know I have said it before, but I will say it again. I love Stampin' Up!'s designer series paper packs because they make creating so easy. You end up with beautiful cards with minimal effort. Great for those in a pinch moments or those I can't think of any creative ideas.

I used the 6x6 Splendid Autumn designer series paper that is pure artwork all on it's own. This paper is great to make simple cards. Add a greeting stamped on a paper ribbon and a cute little cut out pumpkin. Seriously so simple. The gold paper behind the designer series paper really adds so much to the finished look.

What are some other things you are grateful for? I have so many things that the list would be very long. I choose to find happiness as much as I can in life. 

Thank you for stopping by. Be sure to click the links below to keep hopping for more inspiration. 

Slipping into Fall Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

Can you believe September is just about half way over? Time seriously needs to slow down. I hope you are all well as you are settling in fall weather. Cooler weather means time for more crafting since you can't be outside as much, so get those stamping supplies out and get creating. 

Tonight's blog hop  with the stampers dozen is helping us slip into fall a little easier. Be sure to scroll to the end to get to the links to keep hopping. You won't be disappointed. 

I used the More than Autumn stamp set to make my fall card. I love the saying "Love you more than ......" in this set. I went with love you more than pumpkin season because I know so many people can't wait for pumpkin everything season to begin. Soooo, for those people, telling someone they love them more than pumpkin season means an awful lot. This is a fun set to play with and I love how this card turned out. 

I used the stampin' blends to color the latte, pie, doughnut, pumpkins, and hearts. Of course, I had to use some polka dot designer series paper for my background. The paper is from the Iconic celebration 6x6 paper. It has a little bit of everything in that pack. You NEED it. 

Here's the inside of my card. Just used a strip of the paper on the inside and stamped a cute little heart in the opposite bottom corner.  Quick and simple, but it leaves an impact. 

Remember to keep hopping by clicking the links below.

To order your own products to keep creating, click on my name below and it will take you to my website.  Don't forget you may want to get a head start on your Christmas projects, so order the supplies today. 

Hot Summer Nights Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

Welcome to another Stampers Dozen Blog Hop. Seriously, the months go by so quickly, don't they?  Anyway, this month's theme is Hot Summer Nights. I hope you are enjoying the last few weeks of summer and not complaining of those hot nights. 

This theme had me going in a few different directions. At first I thought of the beach and wanted to use the Beach Day stamp set. Then I was thinking ice cream is great on a hot summer night, so the Ice Cream Swirl set came to mind. BUT, ultimately the past few weeks I have been canning so many different vegetables from the farmers market that I decided to make a card for the people at the stand to say thank you. Over 80 different jars filled with fruits and veggies to enjoy all winter long. 

They are an Amish family that travels over two hours one way every Friday with all of their fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and so much more. I make sure to get there every week because they have great produce at even better prices. 

I used the 2024-2025 In Colors on this card so it would be cheerful, but when I realized the names I thought they were even more appropriate: Peach Pie, Petunia Pop, Shy Shamrock, and Summer Splash. The In Colors names spoke summer to me too and made me think of the farmers market because it's in the summer. I just canned peaches. And I buy flower arrangements from them each week.

The Attention Shoppers Stamp set and the Market Goodness stamp set paired so well together for this card. I always have my little hand held basket overflowing with fruits and veggies. So much so, that the Amish men help me carry the cases of tomatoes, peaches, beets, and cucumbers to my car. I have only been canning for the past two years, but I am enjoying the sense of accomplishment while making food for my family that is as natural as can be. I know exactly what is in each jar filled. Yes, it's a lot of work, especially on those hot summer nights (like last night I was up until 1 am), but enjoying it in the hard cold months of winter makes it all worth it. 

Remember to keep hopping by clicking the links below. You will love what you see. 

Also, it is time to redeem your Bonus coupons that you earned last month, so get those orders in before it's too late. 

Thanks for stopping by. See you soon. 

Christmas in July Blog Hop

Hello stamping friends,

I know it's been a super busy day here, but I hope you are loving all of the inspiration waiting for you. This is a blog hop with the Stampers' Dozen group. Theme this month is Christmas in July, of course. 

I choose to keep it simple with my card. If you are anything like me, you have the best intentions to make some grand Christmas cards and send them out, but you run out of time, don't make your cards, or worse, make them without sending them. Well, this card will take some pressure off of you and leave you feeling accomplished. Plus, it's still a pretty card that your friends and family will love to receive.

I used the Merriest Trees stamp set to create this simple, yet elegant card. The two-step stamping gives depth to the tree very easily. Three quick stamps and your card is stamped. Four pieces of cardstock and some dimensionals give your a complete card that is super quick and easy to make. This allows you time to still make all of your Christmas cards while leaving you plenty of time to do all of the other great holiday activities and events that you have on your list. 

I used shaded spruce and shy shamrock ink for this card. The cardstock is thick whisper white, regular whisper white, and shaded spruce. Minimal supplies makes this even better.

What do you think? Can you make 50 of these in minimal time? Don't you think people will love receiving it?

Don't forget to keep hopping. You're sure to love the other Christmas in July inspiration.

Also, we are almost halfway through July and that means we are halfway through the Bonus Days promotion. For every $50 in orders now through July 31, you will receive a $5 Bonus coupon to use in August.

Sunday Fun Day Template Copy

Hello Stamping Friends,

Welcome to Sunday Fun Day with the Sisters in Stamping. Today we are sharing cards made using the templates in the Annual Catalog on page 22. If you have even been in a creative rut, you are going to love using these templates to get your creative juices flowing again. 

The template I selected is very easy to duplicate. It's even easier when you use some designer series paper and the ephemera packs. 

I stamped directly on the soft subtles designer series paper using Memento ink. I used stampin' blends to color the peony flower. I used the label ephemera pack and the greeting ephemera pack for the strips from the template. The greeting is attached using some dimensionals.

It truly was quick and easy and can literally be made in minutes. Now, if you want you can easily embellish this card with some gems or ribbon.

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping to see some other templates from page 22 in use. 

Bonus days is in full swing, so place your order of $50 to receive a $5 Bonus coupon to use in August. 

Thanks for stopping by. See you soon.