Three Thank You Cards
If you’re looking for a few cool thank you cards, look no more! And these are perfect for the men in your life…or a great gift for the men in your life to send.
Hello, friends! Autumn is here—leaves are changing, there’s a chill in the air, and Halloween (a favorite at our house!) is just around the corner. And if you happen to be looking for a different look this Halloween, I’ve got you covered! November 1 is the first day of a Mexican holiday known as Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead (celebrated to honor loved ones who have passed) and the colors associated with it are bright and festive.
In fact, sugar skulls—a traditional symbol of Día de los Muertos—have taken over Halloween decorations in the last year or two, and since the holiday catalog’s Mr. Funny Bones Stamp Set (item 142245) includes a teeny tiny sugar skull—it got my gears turning. I decided to whip up a party theme based around Day of the Dead décor—the bright colors, the bold sugar skulls—and it’s so much fun! Halloween doesn’t have to be dark and spooky; why not make it bright and colorful?
I started with a color pallet, and for me, there’s no better way to go bright than with one of my all-time favorite color combinations: Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, and Bermuda Bay. A few touches of silver and black—with Basic Black Metallic Thread (item 141695), Silver 3/8″ Glitter Ribbon (item 142015), and Silver Glimmer Paper (item 135314)—added some bling. (Because no party is complete without bling!) And all of my stamps are from the fabulous Mr. Funny Bones Stamp Set; that tiny sugar skull stamp inspired it all!
One of my favorite ways to add texture and dimension to a project is with decorative masks—and this fabulous teardrop design from Seasonal Decorative Masks (item 141848) is perfect for Halloween. Doesn’t it remind you of ghosts?
The Layering Circle Framelits Dies (item 141705) were integral in creating each of the items featured here—I used them for every single project! The tiny scalloped edge in a contrasting color makes for such a sharp frame, and these Framelits make them perfectly in a variety of sizes.
I’ve used another of my favorite tricks throughout this collection as well—custom-made black embossing powder. Simply stamp your image in Basic Black Archival ink (item 140931), cover with Clear Stampin’ Emboss Powder (item 109130), shake off the excess, and heat set. Voilà! A bright, shiny, crisp black image.
Thank you so much for joining me today. I hope Mr. Funny Bones has inspired YOU to change up your Halloween party décor this year!
Cheers!
Shannon Lane
Artisan Design Team 2015–2016
While you could use these Framelits with just about any stamp, I’ve chosen to feature the coordinating Shooting Star Stamp Set (item 141619) and create a little galaxy-inspired theme to share with you today.
I started with a panel of Watercolor Paper (item 122959) and applied a wash of Tempting Turquoise (item 126952) and Elegant Eggplant (item 126969) inks using an Aqua Painter (item 103954). Once the paper was completely dry, I stamped a few of the small stars in Whisper White Craft ink (item 101731) and then cut the arch track.
I embellished the card using the Confetti Celebration Stamp Set (item 142034) star, which was stamped on Shimmery White Cardstock (item 101910) in Tempting Turquoise ink and then fussy cut. I also added the “It’s your day!” from this same set stamped in Elegant Eggplant ink.
The shooting star and moon were stamped on Shimmery White Cardstock in VersaMark ink (item 102283) and embossed using Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder (item 109131) and the Heat Tool (item 129053).
I added a little more watercoloring to the tail of the star, plus some Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details (item 127845). Then I followed this great tutorial by Stampin’ Up! to put everything together
This card was so much fun to make that I decided to try one with a full circle track, too.
This time I cut the tail off the star to help it spin more smoothly and not get caught on my layered embellishments and Silver Metallic Thread (item 138402) loops in the center.
I hope you’ve enjoyed these fun designs and that they inspire you to give your own spinner cards a try!
Jennifer Frost
Artisan Design Team 2015–2016
The Season of Gratitude Kit includes everything you need to shake things up with eight fabulous fall shaker cards! They say you should “throw kindness around like confetti,” but we think it would be fun to “throw gratitude around like falling leaves” too—this is the kit to help you do that!
Watch a quick video on our YouTube channel to see how fun it is to create these cards. You can follow the instructions to complete your Paper Pumpkin project as shown in the video, or you can use your creativity to come up with something new. Here are some ideas to get you started.First, if you fold the card base, you can create a tiny treat bag and a shaker tag. This project uses all supplies from the kit.
We’re going totally nuts over this next project! Tie in some of your favorite Stampin’ Up! products like the Acorn Builder Punch and the Serene Scenery Designer Series Paper Stack to create a cute little acorn card.
Finally, be sure you hang on to your stamp set so you can keep on creating with it long after you finish your kit. The sentiments in this set work for so many occasions!
Raise your hand if you are falling for the Season of Gratitude kit? We totally get it! Pick up your refills here, while supplies last, and make it the best season ever!
Hello everybody,
Wanted to update you on my husband and let you know why I haven’t posted anything since the 18th. As most of you know, Jack is a diabetic and he has neuropathy in his feet. Jack goes to the Wound Clinic about twice a week for open wounds on his legs (related to diabetes) and they found a hole in his left foot. He may have stepped on a nail, or something, who knows. They were treated it but it got worse and infected so they admitted him to Roper-St.Francis, Mt Pleasant Hospital.
After a questionable MRI, the vascular doctor went through vessels from the groin area to see how bad the circulation to the foot was. He had zero circulation from the knee down in the left leg and about 50% in the right leg. They tried to open the veins but were not successful when they got to the foot.
The Doctor determined that he needed to have part of his foot and big toe removed because there was no blood going to it and it would never heal unless there was circulation. So they removed it on Friday, the 21st. He has been in the hospital since the 14th. He is in Intensive Care but they expect to move him to a regular floor today or tomorrow. He will then need to go to rehab so they can work with him in Physical therapy to be able to walk, and yes, he will need assistance.
Anyway, it has been pretty hectic with me going up to the hospital about twice a day. He is lonely and wants company. He also has Mersa, an infection, that when you go to visit him you must wear a gown and gloves. They were just allowing family up while he is in ICU. On a lighter note, he will call me around 5AM, in the morning and want to know what am I doing? Hah! like what do you normally do at 5 in the morning…………….SLEEP!
Jack is on everyone’s prayer list and We sure do appreciate all the prayers and well wishes. Will keep you informed and hope to get back to posting some cards soon. It is hard to be creative when there is so much on your mind.
If anyone knows of a reliable construction company that installs bathrooms, etc., let me know. It looks like I am going to give up my beautiful craft room for a full bath and bedroom. The stairs just aren’t going to work anymore. Hugs, Patti
Hey Stampers and crafters,
I have been quite busy this week with Jack being in the hospital, and going back and forth. In addition, I think every appointment from the Hurricane week that was cancelled was rescheduled for this week and I have appts right through Friday.
In view of this I will be rescheduling my stamp camp to the 4th Saturday of the month and NOT the normal 3rd Saturday. We will be doing Holiday cards and a 3D project. Look for my flyer later in the week. Hugs, Patti
Hey Crafters,
No posting of cards or projects yet, but soon I hope. Right after the cleaning up of Hurricane Matthew, my husband Jack landed in the hospital and we could sure use your prayers.
He has Diabetes and has developed an infection in the bone of his foot. So much has been going on here that I have not had time to create anything. Keep checking back with me. I am really looking forward to be able to stamp and have some fun. Hugs, Patti
Need to take care of some details around the house thanks to Matthew! Fortunately, we were able to get away when it hit and returned back safe and sound. Keep in touch! Hugs, Patti
I embossed the copper foil paper, page 47 in the HC, with the embossing folder, Pretty Paisleys, same page. The DSP is Fruit Stand from the AC on page 173. In addition, from the same catalog, page 194, I used a die from the Flourish Thinlits, on the Pumpkin Pie Glimmer paper, page 55 of the HC. I added that to the sentiment, from the Set, First Sight page 46 of the AC. The 3/8″ Ruched ribbon can be found on page 178, also in the AC.
This card we made at our Wednesday morning club. The set, Christmas Magic, is the perfect set to add to your collection. It has beautiful images and wonderful sentiments. If you have been keeping track, I have used it several times in my blog. I think I will certainly get my money’s worth on this one.
I did the sky on Whisper White card stock, in Dapper Denin, and splattered white craft ink refill, page 180 of the AC, mixed with a little water using a paint brush. The sentiment is a banner cut out and held with our Bow Paper Clip embellishments found on page 177 in the AC. I used Marina Mist to highlight the snow drifts, and used a blender pen, to color the images with our classic inks.
I love this set because it is so vintage looking. IN this card I used a monochromatic technique which requires different shades of one color. Here I selected the brown family using Tip Top taupe, crumb cake and soft suede. The image is stamped on Very Vanilla card stock. The set can be found on page 22 of the HC.
This card was created using the set, Cookie Cutter Christmas, page 6 of the HC. The sentiment is from the set, Oh, What Fun, found on page 31 of the AC. I used the Warmth & Cheer washi Tape from the HC, page 13 of the HC. This is one of those Clean and Simple cards. Hope you like it.
I’ve always thought the Moroccan Nights set (and suite of products) is so cool, so I asked one of our artists to make some unique projects for me to share with you.
The first Moroccan Nights project was Shalae’s birthday packaging. The center part is just the DSP rolled into a tube and secured after cutting fringe on both edges—a perfect place to put rolled up birthday bills so they don’t fall out or get lost.
The other projects—all four fabulous cards—are great ideas for World Card Making Day! As always, photos just don’t do these cards justice. I wish you could touch them and see them up close. They’re beautiful cards with lots of texture!
If you like options (like me) and you’re looking for a simpler way to prepare for World Card Making Day, order the Oh, Happy Day card kit (if you haven’t already) and join Sara and me during her Facebook event on September 20 for tips on making some fun cards for any time—night or day. (Get it? Moroccan Nights or Oh, Happy Day! I thought it was a cute…thanks for humoring me just a little!)
There is no better way to show someone you care like sending handmade card. In a sea of junk mail and bills, a card is a simple thing that really stands out. October 1, 2016, is World Card Making Day and it’s a great time to make and send a card to someone to just say hello or give them a little recognition or love! And what’s even better is that from October 1-5, cardmaking essentials are up to 25% off. Stock up so you can share your love all year long! Contact your demonstrator to place an order, or shop now!
Here’s a list of cardmaking staples that are being discounted in celebration of World Card Making Day:
| Item | Description | Discount | Retail Price | Sale Price |
| 138339 | 2015-2017 In Color Card stock | 15% | $8 USD/$10 CAD | $6.80 USD/$8.50 CAD |
| 141413 | 2016-2018 In Color Card stock | 15% | $8 USD/$10 CAD | $6.80 USD/$8.50 CAD |
| 141697 | 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper | 25% | $11 USD/$14.50 CAD | $8.25 USD/$10.88 CAD |
| 141698 | 2016-2018 In Color Envelope Paper | 25% | $11 USD/$14.50 CAD | $8.25 USD/$10.88 CAD |
| 133774 | Envelope Punch Board | 25% | $20 USD/$27 CAD | $15 USD/$20.25 CAD |
| 141651 | Designer Tin of Cards Project Kit | 25% | $27 USD/$36 CAD | $20.25 USD/$27 CAD |
| 129027 | Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill – Buy a Fast Fuse Adhesive (item 129026) and get a Refill for FREE! | $7.50 USD/$10 CAD | FREE with purchase of Fast Fuse Adhesive |
Details
- Promotion period: October 1-5, 2016
- Ordering Deadlines:
- Phone/Fax/Mail: October 5, 2016, by 6:50 PM (MT)
- Online: October 5, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT)
We can all use more Designer Series Paper, so we’re confident that you’re going to love this news: October 1 through 31, buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free! That means now is a great time to save on some of our most popular paper designs. Contact your demonstrator to place your order, or shop now!
Here’s a handy list of our current Designer Series Paper you can save on during this promotion:
| Item # | Product Name |
| 141663 | Floral Boutique Designer Series Paper |
| 141645 | Moroccan Designer Series Paper |
| 141660 | Fruit Stand Designer Series Paper |
| 141654 | Blooms & Bliss Designer Series Paper |
| 141630 | Festive Birthday Designer Series Paper |
| 141640 | By the Shore Designer Series Paper |
| 141986 | Presents & Pinecones Designer Series Paper |
| 141981 | Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper |
Details
- Promotion period: October 1–31, 2016
- There is no limit to how many times you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free.
- Specialty Designer Series Paper and Designer Series Paper Stacks do not qualify for this promotion and cannot be redeemed through this offer.
- Designer Series Paper purchased with Stampin’ Rewards or the Stampin’ Rewards 50%-off perk does not qualify for the promotion.
- Designer Series Paper purchased as part of a Starter Kit does not qualify for this promotion.
- Promotion Deadlines:
- Phone: October 31, 2016, by 6:50 PM (MT)
- Online: October 31, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT
