Monday, August 18, 2014

Triple Time Stamping

Triple Time Stamping is a fun and easy technique that always gets a "wow."  Here is a card we made at my "Beat The Heat" stamping class:

Thanks to France Martin for her inspiration!

Here is an angled view so you can see how I stamped the inside panel to coordinate with the front of the card.  I stamped the butterfly stamps with Hello Honey ink on a scrap of Whisper White, then punched them out and attached them with Stampin' Dimensionals to give it some dimension.

I am in L-O-V-E with the new In-Color, Blackberry Bliss!  It coordinates so nicely with Hello Honey and Sahara Sand.  This stamp set is called Kinda Eclectic, and (to be honest) I was not sold on it until I saw the beautiful creations people have been making.  The sun reminds me of a clock we had hanging in our living room when I was growing up in "The Wonder Years!" LOL  Now, I can't get enough of this set -- especially those lovely leaves!

Kinda Eclectic
Wood Mount     #135347     $27.95
Clear Mount     #135350     $19.95
Here’s what you need:

Whisper White/Very Vanilla card stock cut at
  •          2 x 3 ¼”
  •          3 x 4 ¼”
  •          4 x 5 ¼” (2 pieces – 1 for the card front, and 1 for inside the card)

Colored card stock cut at
  •          2 ¼ x 3 ½”
  •          3 ¼ x 4 ½”
  •          8 ½ x 5 ½”, folded to make a 4 ¼ x 5 ½” card

Stamps
Ink
Repositionable adhesive (You can use a very small amount of regular SNAIL adhesive, too.)
Permanent adhesive of choice to assemble card

Here’s how you do it:
  1. Place a small amount of repositionable adhesive on the back of the smallest rectangle of Whisper White.  Adhere to the next larger Whisper White rectangle, making sure there is an even border all the way around.  Do the same for the medium rectangle attaching it to the largest rectangle of Whisper White.
  2. Stamp all over the layers of Whisper White.  Be sure to stamp images along the edges of the layers.  Don’t worry if the images don’t stamp perfectly along the edges – it won’t matter once we layer them onto the colored card stock layers.
  3. Separate the layers of Whisper White that you just stamped. 
  4. Use a permanent adhesive to attach the smallest piece of stamped Whisper White onto the smallest layer of colored card stock.  Do the same for the medium-sized layers.
  5. Use permanent adhesive to attach the largest layer of stamped Whisper White onto the card front.  Then, attach the medium layers.  Make sure to line up the stamped images as close as possible.  Lastly, attach the smallest layers on top of the medium layers on the card front.
  6. Stamp the inside panel and envelope, if desired. 


Happy Stamping,

Thursday, August 14, 2014

RemARKable Stampers Pinworthy Blog Tour: New Beginnings

Hello, and welcome to the RemARKable Stampers Pinworthy Blog Tour.  Our theme this month is "New Beginnings."  I was thinking about all of the "New Beginnings" we have in life:
new babies, marriages, new homes, new school year, new friends, etc.  I also wanted to use some NEW stamps from the Holiday Mini Catalog since I just received my Holiday Catalog pre-order merchandise this week!  (smile -- consider this a sneak peek of the gorgeous Holiday Catalog that goes live on August 28!)

So, I decided to make a New Home card for a friend who recently moved:



I loved creating it, and it has lots of layers (so that makes me happy!).  I wanted to get the look of a 6-panel front door, so I used Sahara Sand ink to stamp the Hardwood stamp on Sahara Sand card stock. The "door" is 3 3/4" x 5", and the panels are 1" x 1 1/2" (4 lower panels) and 1" x 1" (2 upper panels). I used Stampin' Dimensionals to attach the panels to the door.  The "doorknob" is made with one of our Vintage Brads.  I cut the feet off of a Vintage Brad and then attached it to the "door" with a Stampin' Dimensional.

I wanted to create a Fall wreath for the door, and the Wondrous Wreath Bundle is a great stamp set that you can use to create all kinds of wreaths -- it is NOT just for Christmas! You can bundle this stamp set with the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies and save 15%.  This bundle is featured in the Holiday Mini catalog.

I used Hello Honey, Tangelo Twist, and Blackberry Bliss ink to create the wreath.  And cutting it out was easy-peasy with the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies.  I cut the sewn edge off of 10" of our Burlap Ribbon, then pulled out some long threads and made a bow out of 4 threads.  A glue dot attached the bow to the wreath.



I was on a roll, so I thought about adding some pumpkins to the corner.  The pumpkins are from the Fall Fest stamp set in the Holiday Mini Catalog.  This stamp set can be bundled with the Fun Fall Framelits Dies and you can save 15%!  I used Tangelo Twist to ink the pumpkin stamps, then cut them out with the framelits.  I used the fine point of the Mossy Meadow Stampin' Write Marker to color the stems after stamping.  Once again, Stampin' Dimensionals were used to attach them to the front of the "door."

I layered the "door" onto some Blackberry Bliss, then attached it to the Hello Honey card front.  I added some leaf images from the Fall Fest stamp set on the inside of the card, too. The greeting came from the new Holiday Home stamp set in the Holiday Catalog.  I cannot wait to create more with this fun set!



Now, it is time to see what Missy Bolinger has created for us this month.  Missy has a brand-new blog (woohoo!) -- click here http://creativeblessingsbymissy.blogspot.com/2014/08/remarkable-pinworthy-blog-tour-new.html

http://creativeblessingsbymissy.blogspot.com/2014/08/remarkable-pinworthy-blog-tour-new.html


Happy Stamping,








  

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Weekly Deals: August 12-18




Here are the Weekly Deals from Stampin' Up!  Let me know if you would like to place an order!




Envelope Liners Framelits Die Item # 132172
Regular Price: $26.95 US/$32.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $20.21 US/$24.71 CAN



Wildflower Meadow Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 129376
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN



Fancy Fan Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 127751
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN



Big Shot Die Bigz L Petite Purse Item # 125606
Regular Price: $32.95 US/$40.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $24.71 US/$30.71 CAN



Label Petite Curly Punch Item # 129405
Regular Price: $12.95 US/$15.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $9.71 US/$11.96 CAN



Natural 7/8" Cotton Ribbon Item # 127844
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN



Rosette Designer Bigz Xl Die Item # 125594
Regular Price: $42.95 US/$52.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $32.21 US/$39.71 CAN



Tea Time Ii Digital Kit - Digital Download Item # 129882
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$8.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $4.77 US/$5.37 CAN


Happy Stamping,

Friday, August 8, 2014

Guest Blog Post: The Creative Zone

Here is a fun article featuring Shelli Gardner, Co-Founder and CEO of Stampin' Up!  Just click on the link below to view the article and samples:
Guest Blog Post: The Creative Zone

I will be back with a fun project I have been working on!  See you soon!

Happy Stamping,

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Weekly Deals: August 5 - 11

It's Tuesday, so here are the Weekly Deals from Stampin' Up!:



Wisteria Wonder 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Item # 130017
Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.50 CAN
Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.38 CAN



Alphabet Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 130916
Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN



Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad Item # 131171
Regular Price: $5.95 US/$7.25 CAN
Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.44 CAN



Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 127023
Regular Price: $8.95 US/$10.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$8.21 CAN



Pear Pizzaz Classic Stampin' Pad Item # 131180
Regular Price: $5.95 US/$7.25 CAN
Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.44 CAN



Hearts A Flutter Framelits Die Item # 130159
Regular Price: $24.95 US/$30.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $18.71 US/$23.21 CAN



Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad Item # 131179
Regular Price: $5.95 US/$7.25 CAN
Discounted Price: $4.46 US/$5.44 CAN



Travel Log Kit - Digital Download Item # 126022
Regular Price: $9.95 US/$10.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $5.97 US/$6.57 CAN



Oh Baby Photobook Template - Digital Download Item # 129350
Regular Price: $17.95 US/$19.95 CAN
Discounted Price: $10.77 US/$11.97 CAN
Use Hostess Code KJVFH3Q4 and receive a free gift from me!  Be sure to allow me to view your contact information so I know where to send it.

Happy Stamping,

Monday, August 4, 2014

Holiday Carryover List Ends August 27, 2014

Just a quick post to let you know that the Carryover List from the 2013 Holiday Catalog ENDS AUGUST 27, 2014.  Get these products before they are gone forever!  (The Gift Bow Bigz L Die carried over into the 2014 Catalog, so it will still be available after August 27, 2014.)






The Gift Bow Bigz L Die WILL be available after August 27 since it carried over into the 2014 Catalog!

 
NOW is the time to get these items before they are gone forever!  Here are some projects I made with these retiring products:

 






Use Hostess Code KJVFH3Q4 and receive a special gift from me!  Be sure to allow me to contact you and access your address in order to receive your gift in the mail.

Happy Stamping,


Friday, August 1, 2014

WooHoo! Big Shot Promotion


I promised you a Big Shot surprise, and here it is:  Buy a Big Shot from August 1 - 31, 2014 and you can choose one of five stamp set/framelits bundles FREE!  Woohoo!  What?  You already own a Big Shot?  Well, that's great because you can purchase these five designated bundles at an amazing 15% off!  Now, that's a special everyone can love!  This is a deal you will NOT want to miss -- only available until August 31 as these are one-time only exclusives!

Here are the five stamp set/framelits bundles you can choose for FREE when you buy a Big Shot:

Bundle
Item Number
Stamp Set
Framelits
Discounted Price
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle WM
138923
Sumthin' Sumthin'
Word Bubbles
$33.75
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle CM
138920
Sumthin' Sumthin'
Word Bubbles
$31.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle WM
138924
Oh My Goodies
Deco Labels Collection
$42.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle CM
138921
Oh My Goodies
Deco Labels Collection
$35.95
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle WM
138925
Day of Celebration
Chalk Talk
$43.25
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle CM
138922
Day of Celebration
Chalk Talk
$37.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle WM
138911
Daydream Medallions
Floral Collection
$54.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle CM
138910
Daydream Medallions
Floral Collection
$45.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle WM
138644
Bright & Beautiful
Star
$50.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle CM
138200
Bright & Beautiful
Star
$43.95

This is a fabulous deal!  I have seen a "sneak peek" of the Holiday Catalog, and believe me -- you will want to get your Big Shot during this special promotion.  There are LOTS of fun new products you can use with your new Big Shot!  The Holiday Catalog will begin August 28.

Also, I am offering a special promotion for my customers.  Everyone purchasing a Big Shot or one of these exclusive bundles from me in August will get a coupon for 10% off any one item to be used in September, 2014.  Believe me -- the Holiday Catalog is SO good, you will want to use this coupon!

You can place your order online at http://nancyamato.stampinup.net or you can contact me at stampinnancy@gmail.com.  If you place your order online, be sure to use Hostess Code KJVFH3Q4 when you are checking out.  Also, please do not check "No Contact" because I won't know who you are or where to send your coupon!  :-)  Your coupon will be valid for 10% off any one item in the Stampin' Up! big catalog and the Holiday catalog during the month of September, 2014.

Please let me know if you have any questions!  I am going to be watching our Baltimore Orioles play the Seattle Mariners tonight -- Go O's!

Happy Stamping,