I wanted to feature all the new stamps we have at our on-line store. We got a JustRite order and I made these two cards. Then one of our sales reps asked me to teach a class at her company’s trade show in March and i devoted all my time to working on that instead of the other new stamps. Be sure to check out what we got at the store www.stampexpressstore.com. And, maybe I’ll give you a sneak peak next week of the projects we are doing with the new Irogetin pencils from Tombow. One of the classes at the trade show will be focusing on these.
For my mom’s birthday in March, I made a spring-like card with flowers and a saying about flowers. I used the circle cut-out card from Stamp Express, paper from BoBunny, dies from Spellbinders, Copic markers, Martha Stewart punch, and of course stamps from JustRite.
The kid’s birthday card is sooo cute with animal print paper from BoBunny, stamps from JustRite Copic markers, Stamp Express quality cardstock, Martha Stewart punch and buttons from my stash. I hope you enjoy these.
Celebrate Kids
Flower Circle Card
Everyone loves receiving Valentine cards. Parents, lovers, children, grandchildren, and friends all enjoy a greeting on that special day. Here’s a selection you can copy or embellish upon. Designer papers are from BoBunny, cardstock is Stamp Express quality cardstock. Dies are Spellbinders and Accucut. Cupcake stamps are from Hero Arts. Sentiment stamp is JustRite, and the bunny is Stampavie. All coloring is done with Copic markers. Remember when cutting images out by hand, move the paper instead of the scissors for a smoother cut. Also, cut just outside the lines so that you can see the stamped outline. Embellishments include Prima flowers, butcher twine from Stampin’ Up, and glued on beads for the cupcake decorations. These are such fun to make, you’ll want to make more. All products are available at www.stampexpressstore.com. During January, everything is 30% off! Start crafting!
Valentine #1
Valentine #2
Valentine #3
It’s time to send notes of appreciation for all those wonderful holiday gifts and thoughts you received in the last few weeks. Here are three easy cards to slide you into the creative mood. Sometimes it is difficult to transform from holiday mode to everyday life. Start off with these “no brainer” cards and you can develop more ideas as you go.
I used the circle cut out cards from Stamp Express. They now are available in colors like black, red, yellow, green, pink, blue and purple as well as white. Cover the bottoms with Bo-Bunny designer paper, and add a stamped message, sticker or image. Purchase circle cut out cards here.
Still in the winter theme I used a snowflake sticker on the black and white sample. The Sizzix tag sports the sentiment leaving the inside to write a message. On the key collage, I finally got to use Stampin’ Up butcher twine with an Accucut buckle and the stamped message on the circle. This stamp is from Hero Arts, but you could use any that fit the round Nesties circle. My third card is thinking of Spring. Daffodils are Just-Rite and colored with Copic markers. The ribbon is May Arts. Check out stampexpressstore.com for all supplies. There is a SALE going on in January.
Now write a brief message and send these notes out to those you love. Friends and family would much rather receive a real card than an e-mail blurb from you in the new year!
Happy 2012!
Thank You Card #1
ThankYou Card #2
Thank You Card #3
When you need a small remembrance during the holidays these candy favors are great. Use them for co-workers, teachers, beauticians, neighbors, and children. Purchase the clear plastic containers at
www.stampexpressstore.com Cut holiday double-sided paper to 4-1/2″x3-1/2″. round the corners and punch a 1/4″ round hole at the top. Insert into plastic. Fill the bubble with small candies. Close and tie with a ribbon about 9″ long. Decorate the front with flowers, stickers, or stamped images. Cut two scalloped circles with Nesties. We used 2-1/2″ and 2-3/4″. Or, you can punch them out if you have punches about that size. Stamp a message or picture on the circles and glue to the back. We used Just-Rite stamps. Everyone will love this unique gift.
- Front View of Party Favor Sample
Back View of Party Favor Sample
These circle cut-out cards are such FUN to make. (and easy too). Cut designer paper to cover the front with a narrow border. Then choose a stamped image (we used Just-Rite stamps) that can be cut into a circle and layered. We used the Nestabilities from Spellbinder in our Cuttlebug die cut machine. The images were colored with Copic markers, but you could use pencils or whatever your choice of coloring technique that you like. Some elements were mounted on foam tape for a 3-D effect. Ink pads used were Memento from Tsukineko. The blank diecut cards are available at our online store along with other products used in these projects.
Go to www.stampexpressstore.com/store/die-cuts.html/
Friends Fill Your Life With Joy
Plant Smiles
If you want to make quick and easy holiday cards, purchase these kits on our
website store here. Everything is cut out and ready to color and glue. Some background papers may vary because of availability, but the results are all perfect. The fence card is impressive and the gatefold card is simple while looking complicated. I colored everything with Copic markers, but you can use colored pencils. Be sure to stock up on Scor-tape and Tombow glues. And, get crafting for the holidays.
Gatefold Christmas Card
Click here to purchase the Gatefold Christmas Card Kit
Snowman Fence Card
Click here to purchase the Snowman Fence Card Kit
I love to keep lists! Lists of gifts for people, things to do, ideas to try etc. You can alter any plain inexpensive notepad to make list making more fun. Here are some examples of seasonal pads we are taking to the church holiday event in November. You can use any size. Just cover the front with cardstock add decorative paper and put a band over the top to hold it together. Then embellish to your heart’s content. I used BoBunny designer paper and Stampin’ Up paper. Cardstock is Stamp Express quality cardstock. Stamps are from Stampavie and JustRite. Buttons and flowers are from my stash. Ovals were cut with Stampabilities Nesties dies. Use Scor-tape so everything will hold up well with use. These supplies are for sale at www.stampexpressstore.com.
Santa Altered Note Pad
Fall Altered Note Pad
Give Thanks Altered Note Pad
We usually think of red and green for Christmas items. I thought I’d try some different colors to see how they work. The beige, cranberry, and forest green gives an oldtime antiquish look. Paper is BoBunny and Stamp Express. Stamp is from JustRite, and dies are Spellbinders Nestabilities. Of course, cranberry, forest, and beige are just various shades of red, green and white.
The warmest wishes card uses pink, lime and white. Again it is a matter of shades of the red and green. Stamp is JustRite, paper from BoBunny and Stamp Express. The embossed part uses C’ordinations with a Cuttlebug folder and then sanded. Ovals are Nesties and buttons from my stash.
Finally, the shaped card (using Nesties) is all aqua and green with white accents. The ornaments are JustRite cling stamps, paper is BoBunny and Stamp Express, ink from Memento by Tsukineko. All supplies are available at www.stampexpressstore.com. Order now and use your 10% off coupon for October.
Spirit of the Season Christmas Card
Warmest Wishes Snowman Card
Christmas Ornaments Card
House Mouse images just make you smile. And, this month’s Halloween set is adorable. Here are 2 of the 4 cards we have planned for the class at Olde Towne Books and Brew on Oct 1st. The Dracula mouse is being held off by the mouse with garlic! Stamps are from Stampabilities and colored with Copic markers. Designer paper is BoBunny, The second card uses Stamp Express pumpkin lovenotes. Inside we cut out just the vampire mouse and saying. Sign up for class now or order the stamps and materials at www.stampexpressstore.com. Our third card is one of the Christmas cards that Betsy Gibney is doing at the Locomotion Day on Oct 15 at the Stone Manse Bed and Breakfast. BoBunny holiday paper is topped with JustRite stamps and ribbon. Betsy has 4 holiday projects planned for her class that day. Barb is working on a gift idea and I’ll come up with something! Plus Myra is cooking and baking a delicious lunch and snacks. We hope to see you all at both of these events.
House Mouse Halloween Card
Halloween Lovenote Card (open)
Halloween Lovenote Card (closed)
Wishing You Joy Christmas Card
How cute are these apple cards? Tuck one in your child’s lunch box. Or give a homebaked gift to the teacher with one of these notes enclosed. Send one to someone who is the apple of your eye. Or add one to a scrapbook page with a photo inside. Packs of 6 are now available at www.stampexpressstore.com. On the pie card I marbleized the apple with the cube from Stampendous. The teacher stamp is from JustRite. I’m not sure about the pie, but think it’s Impression Obsession. Circles and bite marks were cut with Nesties from Spellbinders. And coloring was done with Copic markers. Try making an apple a day and keep the blues away!
What's Cooking Apple Love Note
Teacher Treats Apple Love Note
