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Creative Inking Blog Hop: Saying Goodbye to Favorites

Welcome! This month for our blog hop theme we are saying farewell to some of our favorite retiring items...

So I decided to share this lovely card butterfly card with you today. I have a free PDF tutorial for you at the end of this post. The beautiful ornate frame die on this card is new and will be staying (yay!), but the pretty butterfly die, embossing folder, and the cute Label Me Bold greetings stamps are retiring (darn!).  The greetings are "relief image" stamps so the ink (Basic Gray used here) is actually on the rectangle around the word and the word becomes whatever color your card stock is. So I stamped the greeting on white which makes my words white - cool, right?!

The butterfly comes from the awesome Butterfly Beauty die set. This set of dies has two LARGE dies that are an entire series of butterflies which are meant to layer. For this card I used just the large detail die (the other big die in the set is a bit wider and layers under this one so you can have two tone butterflies). You can cut all of the butterflies using a  4 1/4" x 5 1/2" piece of card stock like I've done in this photo, and then cut them apart to use on different projects OR you can cut a small square of card stock and just cut the one you want (and trim off the excess).

In this close up photo you can see that I embossed a piece of vellum with the retiring Beads and Baubles embossing folder. I layered it over Petal Pink card stock which gave the card a very soft, delicate look. At the center of my butterfly, I've added a bit of "bling" with the Champagne Rhinestones. 

For the inside of the card I added the sentiment in Basic Gray from the Positive Thoughts stamps set and then die cut a few of the tiny butterflies from the Butterfly Beauty set of dies. The strip of designer series paper is from the Best Dressed Designer paper pack which is retiring. Did you know there is an exclusive Facebook group JUST for Stampin' Up! demonstrators to get ideas? It is managed by Stampin' Up! and is called "Demonstrator Planning Place". Hundred and hundreds of amazing card ideas shared continually! That is where the inspiration for this card came from, a fellow demonstrator, Donna Ross shared a pink and gray card that totally inspired me! Thanks for the idea Donna!

I love the elegant, finished look that you get when you add ribbon to your card - so I added a beautiful bow with the gorgeous Petal Pink 1/4" Metallic Edge ribbon - I'm so, so sad this one is retiring!!

Here is a free step by step PDF tutorial for you that includes all the measurements and walks you through how to make this card step by step:

Click here for the free PDF tutorial.

Now it is time to hop along and visit my blogging friends to see what their favorite retiring items are! Click here to visit BJ Peter's blog!

Or you can click this like to go back to see what Sue Lehrer's favorite is!

Have you joined my Suestampfield Facebook group yet?! All are welcome to join - we have one rule, be kind! In my group I do video tutorials, like this cute Box Card Fun Fold that I share last night AND in the files section I have an album chock FULL of free PDF tutorials, including the one for this box card fun fold. I look forward to seeing you there! You can click here to join. Happy creating!

Susan

This Little Piggy Wears A Mask

Can you believe this adorable piggy stamp set is retiring?! Scroll down for details on what is retiring and what is on SALE or click here to see the retiring list. I also have a video and PDF tutorial for you on how to make this card. Social distancing is tough, and we miss our friends and family. Make and send this sweet little card to your loved ones so that they know you are thinking of them. This cute little mask is easy to make - it even looks pleated like real hospital masks!

The inside greeting and the "Hey, friend" greeting on the front are both from the awesome Itty Bitty Greetings stamp set (which is NOT retiring). Special thanks to demonstrator Candy Ford who created this card and I added my own touches to it.

The mask is a tiny piece of cardstock, 3/8" x 5/8" with score lines every 1/8" made with the Simply Scoring tool - see tips in the video below for an easier way to score this small piece. The piggy is colored with the Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo and the Light Crumb Cake for the hooves and dirt...

Speaking of Stampin' Blends, I just wanted to let you know that even though they are on the retired list - they are not retiring! The combo packs are being renamed and will have a new item number, but they will be in the new catalog. Single markers, light and dark, ARE being retired though. So you may want to go through your existing blends and make sure they are all still working as this is the last chance to replace just one marker in the set.

For a free PDF Tutorial of this card, click HERE.

RETIRED LIST: You will see some asterisks on the PDF, this is what they mean:

*Host sets can only be purchased using Stampin' Rewards when your order is over $150 before tax & shipping.

**While the items in these bundles are NOT retiring, after June 2, 2020, they will no longer be offered at as a bundle with a 10% discount.

***Bundle includes some products that are not retiring; refer to the retiring list above to see what individual products are retiring.

****These items are NOT retiring but are being reconfigured with a new item number and name.

Now for the somewhat confusing bit. The following items are on the retiring list but are also in the new catalog. The ones retiring were made by a different supplier but are, in essence, the same as what will be in the new catalog. Some of these "old style" dies are being offered at an incredible discount and are definitely worth picking up (like the Nature's Roots Framelits dies).

In the Woods Framelits

Layering Circles Framelits

Layering Ovals Framelits

Layering Squares Framelits

Natures Root's Framelits

Be Mine Stitched Framelits

Stitched Rectangles Framelits

Well Written Dies

Woodlands Folder

RETIRED LISTS (check out the awesome discounts!):

Annual Catalog 2019-2020 Retiring List PDF

Annual Catalog 2019-2020 Stamp Sets Sortable Excel Document

Annual Catalog 2019-2020 Accessories Excel Document

January-June Mini Catalog Retiring List PDF

Thank you for stopping by! Remember, the retiring items are only available while supplies last and some will go very quickly, so shop now for the best selection.

Susan

Creative Inking Blog Hop: Sending Handmade Love

Sending handmade love, it's what the world needs now more then ever, one person at a time. And, fortunately, it is what we paper crafters do best!! I'm excited to share a simple card layout with you today that you can use to create a bunch of cards to get out in the mail using your supplies that you have on hand. The cards below have been sent out to health card providers with a special project that I've been helping my sister-in-law with.

I refer to this layout as the Three Panel Card layout and I have 5 different versions for you today plus the original card that inspired me which I received in a swap.  All of the card feature the Ornate Layers Dies, the Ornate Thanks Stamp Set, and the Ornate Garden Specialty Designer Series Paper.

First up: "Colorful Daisies with Soft Suede".  Here are the dimensions for this simple card layout:

Card Base: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", folded in half

White Layer: 3 1/2" x 4 1/4"

Designer Paper: Three pieces 1" x 4", preferably all the same pattern.

Paper for Ornate Layer Die: 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"

Layer for the greeting: 1" x 2 3/8"

Then we have some pretty spring green on "Colorful Daisies with Old Olive". The detail that you get with these stunning new Ornate Layers Dies is incredible!!

And last a cheerful pop of yellow on "Colorful Daisies with Crushed Curry". Which colorful daisy color combo is your favorite?!

By simply choosing a different pattern from the pack of Ornate Garden Specialty Designer Paper, we get a completely different look! Let's see, I think I will call this one "Spring Posies with Terracotta Tile"

And "Spring Posies with Old Olive".  The ribbons on the two Spring Posy cards are from the Ornate Garden Ribbon Combo Pack which is part of this fantastic Ornate Garden Suite of products.


This is the original card that I received in the swap that inspired me to make these cards, it was created by Minnesota demonstrator Carrie McHale - thanks Carrie!

My sister-in-law is staying with us during the pandemic and has been crocheting these "ear savers" for health card professionals to keep the strain off their ears from wearing their masks all the time. I have been helping add the buttons and getting them out to people. One batch went to Children's Hospital in St. Paul and one went to the staff in the ER at United Hospital. Both batches included one of the cards from above letting them know how much we appreciate what they do for our community!

 

Here is a video of this card layout with some tips for getting the panels perfectly lined up!

Time to hop along to BJ Peters!

Or you can hop back to visit Sue Lehrer!

Creative Inking Blog Hop: Springing Ahead

Welcome to the hop! Who is ready fro a creative escape?! I have a set of 3 lovely cards to share and a free PDF tutorial so you can make you make them from home!

Today I'm sharing this lovely trio of cards - to me they are warm, happy, and a promise of spring!

The layout for all three cards is the same - and on all three I'm using the products from the Timeless Tropical stamp set and the GORGEOUS Tropical Oasis!! This one pairs Cherry Cobbler with Early Espresso - one of my favorite color combos!

So Saffron for a bright and happy card! Same layout, Tropical Oasis Designer Series Paper once again!

A little masculine, a mellow Old Olive and Early Espresso - just a relaxing card with some extra texture from the Braided Burlap Trim.

I used the Neutrals Collection markers and colored directly on the stamp for the 1st step of coloring - see the tutorial for more details.

The 2nd step in coloring was adding the Watercolor Pencils - do you see the difference from left to right?! Really adds warmth!

This great saying went on the inside - also from the Timeless Tropical Stamp set.

Click here for the full PDF tutorial!


Thanks so much for stopping by! Full supply list is below. Time to hop along...

Click here to see what fun project BJ has to share!

Or click here to visit Sue Lehrer's blog! Happy creating everyone - stay safe and well!

Susan

 

 

Merci Spanner Panel Three Layer Fun Fold Card

Have you tried this fun fold yet?!  It's super easy and you get three fun layers with a single card base - once you add in the secret ingredient, a strip of Window Sheet! I have a PDF tutorial below and a video walking you through the basics of this fun fold.

 

This is the first layer. The window sheet is almost invisible - the word merci is adhered to it. I love these gorgeous Parisian Dies - especially that stunning swirl flourish design! I lined up the flourish on the 2nd layer so that it was coming out of the script.

The second layer. The scroll flourish and the word Merci are die cut from the Champagne Foil sheets. I used the Parisian Blossom Specialty Designer Series Paper for the center and the side panels - some of the patterns in the paper have the Champagne Foil accents too, like this stunning floral - so gorgeous!! 

The third layer is the perfect spot to write your handwritten note of thanks - or you can stamp a greeting if you prefer. I used the same pattern of the pretty paper inside to coordinate with the front.

The delicate die cuts in Champagne Foil were adhered by using the Stamping Sponges and the Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I just squeeze some glue onto a plastic lid, dab the sponge in the glue and then dab it on the back of the die cut image. Make sure to have a scrap paper underneath to keep your work area clean!

The Petal Pink 1/4" Metallic-Edge Ribbon was wrapped around the center portion, then tied in a knot. I added a single Basic Pearl for the dot on the letter "i" in Merci. I love adding a pearl or a rhinestone as the finishing touch to a card! This fun fold was inspired by a Christmas card that fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrator Laura Seki shared on the Stampin' Up! exclusive Demonstrator only Facebook group.

Edited on 3/25/20: This is a mini version of the card shown above. Finished size when closed is 3" x 4". Here are the directions:

The mini card is 4" x 6", scored at 3". Then cut at 1" up to the score line and stop. Then cut up on the 3" mark and stop. That will form two end panels, 1" wide. The Designer Paper is 3/4" x 2 3/4" for each end panel, and for the inside. The Designer Paper on the center panel is 1 3/4" x 2 3/4". The Window Sheet piece on the mini card is 1" x 3".

The mini card when opened!

This is another version of this super fun fold using the FREE Sale-a-bration stamp set Happy Birthday To You and the Birthday Dies. Click on the photo above to visit the blog post with details on this card.

This video walks you through the basics of this fun fold (and I share some additional samples too). 

 

Click this link to download a free PDF tutorial on how to make this Merci Spanner Panel Card.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Have you joined my Suestampfield Facebook Group yet?! We would love to have you join us there! I share LOTS more of my projects, videos, and there is a file section where I have been adding my library of PDF Tutorials. You can join the group HERE. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Susan 

Adorable Bunny Box Basket!

Cute! What fun to make these for each of your Easter dinner guests to have at their spot! I have a video and a free PDF tutorial for you to download!

It's fun to decorate the back side of the box basket too!

The adorable bunny is from the Welcome Easter stamp set - which also has a lamb and a chick, all are super cute! I used the Light Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blend to color the bunny and I lightened the color on her cheeks with the Color Lifter.

The new So Very Vellum Specialty Designer Paper was perfect for this spring themed project - it is a NEW Sale-a-bration choice, free with a $50 order while supplies last or until March 31st. This paper will go fast, don't miss out! The colors are Pool Party, Soft Sea Foam, and Purple Posy. You get 2 12" x 12" sheets of each color in the pack.

The sweet posy flower dies that I used on the front and back of the box are from the Sending Flowers Dies - it is part of the Product Coordination Release and is only available while supplies last or until March 31st. I added some "bling" with the pink rhinestones from the Noble Peacock Rhinestones pack.

Two Ghirardelli Bunnies and Eggs chocolates fit perfectly in the box or one Russell Stovers Chocolate Egg is also a perfect fit!

The box base was a piece of cardstock that I scored and cut, see the tutorial below for the dimensions. I decorated the box with some of the stitched scalloped rectangle dies from the Stitched So Sweetly Dies.  These dies are have become one of my "go to" dies this spring - I just love the delicate scallop and stitching on this project!

The ribbon handle is attached with Tear & Tape, the Scalloped Linen Ribbon in Purple Posy matches the scallop dies giving the perfect finishing touch to this project! 

Here is a video showing how to make the box!

Get the free PDF Tutorial here!

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Make sure to place your order soon so that you don't miss out on the pretty So Very Vellum free Sale-a-bration choice! Happy creating!

Susan

More Fun With Fun Folds!

I love fun folds! Today I'm excited to share the Double Z Fold featuring the Painted Poppies bundle.  I have a link to a free step by step photo tutorial for you below and a video walking you through the project. 

Here is what the card looks like when it is closed. This version uses the pretty Rich Razzleberry cardstock and coordinating Stampin' Blends to color the poppy. 

And here is how it opens. Can you see the double Z?!

Stampin' Blends work great to color the images, you can really add some detailed shading with the combo pack - and if you go outside of the lines you can use the Color Lifter to fix it! In the PDF tutorial below a walk you through how to color with the Stampin' Blends.

I designed this card for my recent Stmap-A-Stack event - it was a hit! The attendees made 12 cards (4 designs, 3 of each design). They made 2 Poppy and 1 Razzleberry of this design. I'm sharing all of the designs this week in my Suestampfield Facebook Group - I would love to have you join me there, everyone is welcome!

The layer behind the poppy is a die cut label from the Painted Label Dies - not only does it cut the die shape but it adds an embossed detail around the border, so pretty! When you purchase the Painted Poppies bundle you get both the dies and the stamp set for a 10% savings.


The inside greeting is from the FREE Sale-a-bration Sending You Thoughts stamp set!

The Poppy is popped up with Dimensionals. And the Glittered Organdy Ribbon is the perfect finishing touch! I love to pair this ribbon with the Poppies!

Here is the video of this project from the Facebook Live on my Facebook page.

I have a free PDF Tutorial for you HERE.

Thank you SO much for stopping by today! Which color is your favorite, Poppy Parade or Rich Razzleberry? I love them both - just can't decide!!

Susan

Creative Inking Blog Hop: New Products with the Spanner Panel Three Layer Fun Fold!

Welcome to our Creative Inking Blog Hop! We had two themes to choose from this month, either the new Product Coordination products that are available to purchase now, OR a sneak peek at the new Sale-a-bration items that are coming out on March 3rd! I'm excited to share a super fun fold card called a "Spanner Panel Three Layer Card" using the FREE Sale-a-bration Happy Birthday To You stamp set and the NEW matching Birthday Dies which are available to purchase right now as part of the Product Coordination! I have a video tutorial and a free downloadable PDF tutorial for you today!

Front Layer. It's hard to see it in the photo, but there is a window sheet strip that connects the two end panels forming the 1st layer.

Second Layer. You can see the window sheet better in this photo on the open top layer. The word Celebrate is stamped in Soft Suede ink and layered on the panel embossed with the beautiful Parisian Flourish embossing folder.

3rd Layer. The perfect place to add your greeting!

The coloring on the cake was simple - I used a sponge dauber and the Petal Pink ink pad to sponge color in the center of the flowers, gently working outward to get the lights and darks. For the leaves I used the Watercolor Pencils (Old Olive) and the Blender Pen. A few basic pearls add a finishing touch to the flowers.

The pretty Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper has Champagne Foil accents in some of the designs, like the script in this pattern. So I used the Champagne Foil Sheets to die cut the cake plate for the cake - love the shine! The Petal Pink 1/4" Metallic Edge Ribbon is tied in a simple knot and attached to the base of the cake plate with a single glue dot. This fun fold was inspired by a Christmas card that fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrator Laura Seki shared on the Stampin' Up! exclusive Demonstrator only Facebook group.

In this Facebook Live video I walk you through this fun card (and I share a few other versions as well).  I hope you give this fun fold card a try! I have a free PDF Tutorial for you below!

Click HERE for the free PDF Tutorial!

Edited to add on 3/25: In the video above I show a mini version of the card, here are the dimensions. The card is 3" x 4" when closed. There is supposed to be a small pearl as the dot for the letter i. It must have fallen off when I took the photo!

The mini card is 4" x 6", scored at 3". Then cut at 1" up to the score line and stop. Then cut up on the 3" mark and stop. That will form two end panels, 1" wide. The Designer Paper is 3/4" x 2 3/4" for each end panel, and for the inside. The Designer Paper on the center panel is 1 3/4" x 2 3/4". The Window Sheet piece on the mini card is 1" x 3".

Time to hop along and see what BJ Peters has to share!

Or you can hop back and visit Kelly's blog!

Thank you SO MUCH for stopping by! Happy creating!

Susan