Good Friday morning stamping friends and welcome to my Fun Fold Friday. Are you starting to make plans for the weekend yet? I’ll be working all day tomorrow, but I do have off Sunday and it’s our team meeting day. I’ll be working all day today too. They changed my schedule and have had me working Thursday and Fridays now. I used to always have off on Tuesdays and Fridays, those were my cays to get caught up with my stamping and blogging. 

Today’s card I made on YouTube Live on Wednesday. If you were able to join me or watched the replay, thank you. If you’d like to watch my video and stamp along, the measurements are below, just above the supply list, along with the link to my YouTube channel. Here’s my card for today.

I used the Stampin’ Up! Poetic Expressions Suite for my card today. The suite includes the Stampin’ Up! Thoughtful Expressions Bundle, Poetic Expressions Designer Series Paper and the Champagne Iridescent Dots.

My colors are from the Color Throwdown Challenge #775.

I started by adhering 2 panels of Poetic Expressions DSP to Bubble Bath mats using Liquid Glue. I adhered the layered panels to the front and left inside of the Basic White Thick card base using Liquid Glue.

On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the larger floral and the small, tall floral images from the Stampin’ Up! thoughtful Expressions Cling Stamp Set in Tuxedo Black Ink. I colored the images using Bubble Bath, Highland Heather and Parakeet party Stampin’ Blends Markers. I cut the images out using the Thoughtful Expressions Dies. I cut a panel of Bubble Bath and Vellum Paper using the largest circular die from the Thoughtful Expressions Dies. I cut the leave dies from a panel of Parakeet Party using the Thoughtful Expressions Dies. I adhered the Vellum die cut to the Bubble Bath die cut using Stampin’ Seal where the flowers were going to go. I adhered the larger floral image to the layered die cut panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I adhered the smaller floral die cut and the leaves under the larger floral image using Glue Dots. I adhered the layered die cut panel to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals only on the left side of the panel.

On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Thoughtful Expressions stamp set in Highland Heather Ink. I fussy cut the sentiment using Paper Snips. I adhered the sentiment to the top of the die cut panel using Glue Dots. I added Champagne Iridescent Dots to the artwork panel using Liquid Glue.

On the inside, I adhered a panel of Poetic Expressions DSP to the right side of the Bubble Bath mat. On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Thoughtful Expressions stamp set in Highland Heather Ink. I stamped the smaller, tall floral image from the Thoughtful Expressions stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the bottom of the panel. I colored the image using Highland Heather and Parakeet Party Stampin’ Blends Markers. I adhered the Basic White panel to the left side of the Bubble Bath mat. I adhered the layered panel to the inside of the Basic White Thick card base.

To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the larger floral image from the Thoughtful Expressions stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front. I colored the image using Bubble Bath and Parakeet Party Stampin Blends Markers. I adhered a panel of Poetic Expressions DSP to the envelope flap.

Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you liked my easel card calendar and will give it a try. I hope you will CASE this card and please feel free to post it in the comments of my Facebook page under my post. I’d love to see your take it. The list of measurements are below if you’d like to stamp along while watching the video. You can watch my video on my YouTube Channel Here.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=7m-k1M_m670%3Fsi%3DzuyyblRJ_uuRrZi5

If you watch this on my YouTube channel, please remember to subscribe so that you will get notified when a new video goes live. Thank you to those that have subscribed already. Happy Stamping!!

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   D9EX7ZXG

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog, the January-April 2024 Mini Catalog or from the Online Exclusives!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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New Joining Special Starting January 4 – February 29

Starter Kit Special during Sale-A-bration! Shop for up to $125 worth of anything you want, Pay $99 plus tax get FREE Shipping, and A FREE Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio!

The Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio is a paper crafter’s dream! The heavy-duty glass mat comes printed with a ruler and grid lines for easy measuring, while the large surface space gives ample room for spreading out while paper crafting. The safety-tempered glass has a heat and scratch resistant surface that wipes clean with the included cloth and water—no chemicals needed. The reusable cloth also cleans ink off your stamps! The nonslip, heat resistant, waterproof silicone mat features four palette squares for mixing custom ink colors or for holding small ink spots in place while crafting. Each component can be used separately, or you can use all three items together for a multipurpose paper crafting studio that’s both functional and elegant.

Option 2 – Instead of the Glass Mat Studio you can choose $125 worth of product PLUS an additional $30 worth of product of your choice when you join for $99. That’s a $155 value! 

There is never an obligation to sell. You can join just to enjoy the discount for yourself along with all the other Demonstrator benefits. You get early access to all the upcoming catalogs along with being able to preorder. You can attend the OnStage Event and any other events Stampin’ Up! has. Unsure about this? Contact me at creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com and we can talk. Being a part of the Stampin’ Up! Community is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I have made many friends along the way while doing what I love, Paper Crafting. This Joining offer is only good during Sale-a-bration which starts January 4 and ends on February 29.  

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2 New Kits Now Available

Rock Legend Kit

Create handmade cards for all the rockstars in your life with the Rock Legend Kit! This all-occasion paper crafting kit comes with everything you need to make cards that totally rock. Get crafting with die-cut paper pieces of electric guitars, lightning bolts, stars, and other awesome designs. Make eight cards (four each of two designs) with bold colors and preprinted sentiments to celebrate birthdays and more!

Kit includes:
*Predesigned projects
*Step-by-step instructions
*Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
*Printed sentiment labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
*Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
*Folded card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
*8 preprinted envelopes
*Enough adhesive to complete projects
*Adhesive-Backed Star Embellishments
*A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 4.4 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go

Product colors: Basic Black, Coastal Cabana, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Real Red

Rock Legend Kit #163272 $14

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Panda Friends Kit

Send adorable cards filled with love with the Panda Friends Kit! These irresistible pandas are perfect for celebrating love and friendship throughout the year. This kit includes cards in two different sizes to keep your crafting versatile and fresh. Use the preprinted sentiments to make quick multiples and send happy hello greetings to those you care about!

Kit includes:
*Predesigned projects
*Step-by-step instructions
*Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
*Printed sentiment labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
*Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
*Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 cm x 14 cm), 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ (21.6 cm x 8.9 cm)
*8 preprinted envelopes
*Enough adhesive to complete all projects
*Iridescent Sequin Embellishments
*A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 4.4 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go.

Product colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Lemon Lime Twist, Pool Party, Poppy Parade

Panda Friends Kit #163273 $14

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Sweet Springtime

Subscribe January 11 – February 10

Celebrate Easter and Spring with adorable cards and treat boxes!
• Makes 9 projects: 3 each of 3 designs
• Projects include printed cards, coordinating envelopes, and gift boxes
• Precut paper pieces, baker’s twine, and embellishments
• Coordinating colors: Petal Pink, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green,
Berry Burst, Early Espresso (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Crumb Cake

Don’t miss the coordinating Love of Spring Dies add-on!

The dies will coordinate with the January, February and March Paper Pumpkin Kit.

The Love of Spring Dies Add-On—available only while supplies last!

Item # 164396 $12.00

This exclusive add-on coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning 11 December. The add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!

Subscribe to the February Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 January and 10 February by clicking here!

Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

• Basic White Cardstock 2 1/2″ X 6 1/4″ (flowers), 1″ X 3″ (sentiment), 2″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner)
• Basic White Thick Cardstock 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″ (card base scored & folded at 2 1/8″ & 4 1/4″)
• Bubble Bath Cardstock 2 – 2″ X 5 3/8″ (dsp mats), 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (inner liner mat), 4″ X 4″ (artwork mat)
• Parakeet Party Cardstock 2 1/2″ X 3 1/2″ (leaves)
• Poetic Expressions Designer Series Paper 2 – 1 7/8″ X 5 1/4″ (card base panels), 2″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner panel), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)
• Vellum Paper 4″ X 4″ (artwork mat)

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