Not the Usual Red, White, and Blue

Hello Stampin' Friends,

Another post from the Sisters in Stamping. This week we are sharing some red, white, and blue cards, but they are not used in the usual fashion. Most often, we see red, white, and blue and think patriotic items. Well, we're here to show you that you can use it in other ways. 

I used the Hey Chuck stamp set to make this card. Those chickens are the cutest.  They are so fun, quirky, and a bit sassy. 

This little guy is showing you how cool he is. Swim trunks, skateboard, what else does he need? I used the Basic 3D Embossing folders that are an online exclusive for the background. At first, I picked the dotted background because it make me think of "chicken" skin and then I realized it worked also with the swim trunks. So you decide. 

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping to see a little more of the red, white, and blue in an unusual way.

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Card Sketch Stampers Dozen June Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

It's time for another blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month we are using a card sketch as our inspiration.  Card sketches are great when you are finding yourself in a creative slump.  I also love how different every card turns out even using the same sketch as inspiration. 

This is a pretty easy sketch to follow and has so many options when you start thinking of what you can do. I used the strips behind the small rectangle to focus on using some designer series paper. Remember so many packages of designer paper is on sale this month, so get that order in. It's a great time to stock up and get all of your favorite packages. 

Below you will find my card. I love how it turned out. Berry Burst, Blueberry Bushel, and Lemon Lime Twist, the three colors that gave me my starting point of this card. 

I love, love, love typewriters. I really should have kept the one I had from high school. I saw one in an antique store (don't get me started that it was in antique store because I'm NOT that old and it doesn't belong there) and it was very expensive. Who would have thought they would be that high priced years later?

One of my favorite stamps (besides the actual typewriter, of course) in the set is the hello greeting that looks like the typewriter keys on even older typewriters than I had growing up. I only wish it was a full alphabet so I could make any greeting I wanted. I suppose I'll just have to make a bunch of "Hello" cards. 

Be sure to click the links below to keep hopping and to see how different, yet the same each bloggers cards are. You won't be disappointed. 

Returning Colors Stampers Dozen Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

Time for another great blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month we are sharing projects made using the seven returning colors. Which one are you the happiest about coming back? Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, Fresh Fresia, Lost Lagoon, Misty Moonlight, Pretty Peacock, or Blueberry Bushel?

I used the Cheerful Daisy stamp set for my card. The returning colors I used were Berry Burst, Fresh Fresia, and Lemon Lime Twist.

I first stamped with Fresh Freesia for the inside of the flower. The outline and centers are stamped in Berry Burst. Of course, the leaves are lemon lime twist. I used Memento Black to offset the colors and make the greeting stand out. 

This card can easily be duplicated using your favorite colors. Imagine a set of cards for a gift with each card in a different color. Such a fun gift. 

Don't forget to keep hopping by clicking on the links below. You don't want to miss out on even one project. 

Thanks for stopping by. If you haven't received your copy of the catalog yet, message me and I can get one to you.

Product List

Cheerful Daisies Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161290] $25.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.50	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $10.00
Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155613] $10.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.50	Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145] $9.00
Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [155611] $9.00	Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [147143] $9.00	Clear Block D [118485] $9.50
Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $26.00

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Fancy Fold Card with Sisters in Stamping

Hello Stamping Friends,

It's Sunday and that means another Sunday Fun Day with the Sisters in Stamping. This week we are focusing on fancy fold cards. I used one of my favorite folds but switched it up just a wee bit. 

I used the Zoo crew designer series paper for the focus of my card. It is such a fun pack of paper that you really can use to make some great cards without using stamps. I cut out three different animals. Since every animal is on a mode of transportation with wheels, I made my banners look like roads. 

Here's a view of the card semi open and you can see the inside. I used a small strip of the designer paper to bring the outside of the card inside and make it complete. I also used a greeting from the Little Monkey stamp set. 

So, you want to know what my favorite fancy fold is? It's the z-fold card. But this time I used a full quarter sheet of cardstock to give the illusion that it's just a regular card. but as you can see it's not just your regular fold open card after all. 

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping to see what other fancy folds are being shared today.

Product List

Zoo Crew 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161304] $12.50	Little Monkey Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161372] $21.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.50
Lemon Lolly 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161720] $10.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.50	Clear Block D [118485] $9.50
Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $26.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25
Paper Snips [103579] $11.00

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One Last Chance for 2022-2023 Annual Catalog

Hello Stamping Friends,

Today with the Sisters in Stamping we are sharing with you one last chance to get your favorite items from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog. There are so many great items that we are saying goodbye to to make room for just as many great new items in the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog. 

I used the Tea Boutique 6x6 Designer Series Paper and the Cup of Tea stamp set (the greeting) to make this card. To me, it's a great reminder that when life hands you lemons (which it certainly will) you need to make lemonade out of the situation and remember to take care of yourself.

The lemons on the corner of the greeting are cut out from the designer paper and attached using some dimensionals.  I used two different pieces of designer paper and cut them 3 3/4" x 5" and then cut them on a diagonal. It definitely adds a lot more dimension and interest to the card.

Don't forget to get those last chance orders in before May 1st to get your favorite items before they are gone forever. I can place the order for you or you can head over to my website and place it yourself.

Also, I hope you head over to the Sisters in Stamping to get a few more ideas using some retiring products.

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Going, Going, Gone Blog Hop with Stampers Dozen

Hello Stamping Friends,

It's another 14th of the month and that means it's time for another great blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month we are focusing on retiring products. It's going, going, gone. Well, some of it is already gone so if you want anything from the list you need to order today. Don't wait until it is gone and then you can't get it. Remember, some of the products are even discounted. 

I love this cute little bathing suit set, Sunny Splash. I love the vintage feel to the design of the suits. It's a fun set to make a card to cheer up a friend and to let them know they can always make a splash wherever they are. 

I made this a non-traditional card size in order to make a six bathing suits fit across the front. The name of the card size is slim-line. They fit in a regular business size envelope which makes it fun and easy to create because most of us already have those envelopes. The finished card size is 3 1/2" by 8 1/5".

Honestly, I think my favorite part of the set is the suit with the polka dots, but I'm sure you all would have guessed that anyway. And yes, I cut out each bathing suit by hand. I don't mind fussy cutting at all.

What's your favorite retiring set? Is it already in your stash or do you need to purchase it before it's gone? We have just over two weeks left with this current catalog and all retiring items are on a limited basis, so don't delay.

Oh, and not only is the stamp set retiring, but Bermuda bay is a retiring color. 

Please continue hopping by clicking the links below. You won't be sorry.

Product List

Sunny Splash Cling Stamp Set (English) [158784] $21.00	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad [147099] $8.00	Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad [147051] $8.00
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [147094] $8.00	Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [147095] $8.00	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad [147096] $8.00
Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad [147097] $8.00	Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990] $9.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25
Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297] $9.25	Clear Block D [118485] $9.00	Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00
Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Paper Snips [103579] $11.00

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