I’ve been having a great time working with the Botanical Prints Product Medley.  Click HERE for my earlier post of a project from this wonderful set of products. This product medley is unique because, although it is NOT a kit, it contains an array of products that all coordinate with each other, with a beautiful, rich palette of colors and fresh botanical designs.

This card design is not mine!  It was on the Stampin’ Up Official Facebook page (which you should be sure to LIKE so you can see all their great posts!).  But that’s the beauty of Stampin’ Up!  They share so many beautiful ideas and designs, and encourage us to copy them, or as a place to start and create our own version.

Have you seen everything that’s included in this medley? It’s such a beautiful array!

Yes, you get all of that, with ONE order number!  I loved this card from Stampin’ Up! so much, I wanted to re-create it almost element for element.  I started with a Whisper White card base, and then added a panel of black 1/4″ smaller.  I then cut another white panel and ran it through using the Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.  I love the effect!

I then stamped some floral sprays using the stamp set in the medley, on a scrap piece of Whisper White Thick Cardstock, and colored them with our Stampin’ Blends.  So fun!  I cut out the stitched circle with the Stitched Shapes Die.  I used a strip of paper from the DSP included in the medley, and added a panel of ribbon.  I tucked both under the white textured panel before adhering to the black.

I popped the colored floral circle onto the card using Dimensionals, and added a sentiment using one of the included punch-out labels – so easy!  The little golden bees are included as well, and created a great finishing touch!

I hope you are finding JOY these days.  Stay safe, and spend some time for you. Remember, buying this Product Medley will early you a FREE PRODUCT through Sale-A-Bration, but only through March 31! The Product List is found below!

Product List

Botanical Prints Product Medley (English) [151301] $70.00	Stitched Shapes Dies [145372] $30.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $9.75
Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [121045] $8.75	Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143706] $10.00	Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00
Rich Razzleberry Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144602] $9.00	Whisper White 5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Flax Ribbon [148764] $7.00

Hello!

This has been quite a month, and I hope you are healthy and not feeling too anxious.  I am trying to combat my own stress (we’ve had huge changes to overcome at the high school where I work!) by looking for the silver lining as much as I can.  Many of us are getting extra time to craft, which is one of the best ways I have to relax and enjoy.  Extra time with family is precious in our busy lives and it’s been uplifting to see how our communities are coming together and helping each other.

Personally, I’m quite a homebody,  and don’t mind being here for longer periods of time.  However, as time goes on, “people who need people” will begin to feel isolated quickly. It’s the ideal time to make and send cards to friends and family who may not be getting out and having those important social interactions.  It’s amazing how ONE handmade card can make someone feel happy, special, and connected!

Above and below are some cards I made for the residents of our Assisted Living Center in my town:

They’re clean and easy, but will hopefully brighten someone’s day!  It’s a great way to use up materials you already have.  With Sale-A-Bration ending soon, now is the perfect time to get some goodies from your wish list and stock up on crafting essentials to earn extra rewards.  There has been another batch of products Go HERE to see all the free items you can earn by spending increments of $50!  Remember, Sale-A-Bration ends March 31st!

Stay safe,

Mary

I had my eye on the Botanical Prints Product Medley for awhile before I pushed the old Order Button, and I’m so glad I did! I finally had time to play with the medley this last weekend.  SO fun and pretty!  Here’s a project I created:

The options with this medley are many!  Here’s what you get with the entire medley:

The medley includes these exclusive products:
* Botanical Prints Cling Stamp Set—6 stamps; suggested clear blocks: c, d
* 48 sheets of 6″ x 6″ (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper: 8 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 4 sheets of die-cut accents: 2 each of 2 designs
* 4 sheets 3-11/16″ x 5″ (9.4 x 12.7 cm) laser-cut overlays: 2 each of 2 designs
* Old Olive 1/4″ (6.4 mm) Twill Ribbon, 10 yards (9.1 m)
* 12 copper-colored metal bee embellishments, 1/2″ (1.3 cm) each
* 7-piece Botanical Prints Dies (use with a die-cutting & embossing machine)

So here’s how I made my project: I started with a card base of Daffodil Delight.  I cut an Old Olive panel at 3 1/2″ x 4 1/4″ and adhered it to the card base.  I then took a panel of the Designer Series Paper from the medley and colored it with my blends. Notice that the background of the paper is already colored — this time in Terracotta Tile — and then you can do whatever you want with the flowers and leaves:  leave them black and white, color them, whatever!

I then cut three 1″ by 4″ strips of the DSP and popped them up with dimensionals onto the Old Olive panel.   I then added a bow from the beautiful ribbon that’s included in the Product Medley.  I stamped a sentiment from the included stamp set onto a Whisper White scrap, and punched it out using the Pretty label Punch.  I added a couple of pretty rhinestones, and the card was done.  So easy and so fresh.  I love, love this medley!  Shop below by clicking on any of the products!

Don’t forget that you have a few more days before Sale-A-Bration is over.  Buying this product medley will earn you a free product!  There are so many beautiful things to choose from! Go HERE to see all the options!  And hurry!  Sale-A-Bration ends on March 31!

Product List

Botanical Prints Product Medley (English) [151301] $70.00	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [119683] $8.75	Old Olive 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100702] $8.75
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144603] $9.00	Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00
Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad [147090] $7.50	Noble Peacock Rhinestones [149494] $5.50	Pretty Label Punch [143715] $18.00

Greetings to you all!  As you may be spending more time at home, I hope you’re finding time to just breathe and do something creative!  Although I’m still working at my high school, I am determined to use my at-home time to do things for me and my family.  I used to spend a lot of time at home working, but now I am trying to compartmentalize a little more, in order to keep my stress level down.  CRAFTING does that for me!  How about you?

Stampin’ Up! has a 3rd release of Sale-A-Bration items you can choose from for $50 (Level 1) and $100 (Level2) purchases!  These items are current catalog items that Stampin’ Up! is offering for FREE with qualifying purchases for the FINAL WEEK of Sale-A-Bration! Click the images below to check out the new items added (indicated by the text “REcently Added” on the new product images!)!

I am planning on enjoying a LOT of crafting time for the next few months, and what’s better than having an all-inclusive kit that contains EVERYTHING I NEED?

Paper Pumpkin believes in making a difference—especially when it comes to helping people build relationships through papercrafting. For April, we created a fun, family appreciation-themed card kit that will make it easy for you to share your hearts with those you love most: mom, dad, daughter, son, sister, and brother. April’s kit even includes Mother’s Day and Father’s Day sentiments, giving you the perfect way to show your appreciation for beloved parents on their special days. With eight mail-able cards and envelopes, this exclusive kit is a can’t-miss.  Click here to learn more and get signed up! You must order by April 10 to get this “fam”tastic kit!

Watch this video!

• Kit contains supplies for 8 cards and envelopes
• Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
• Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)

Coordinating Colors: Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Melon Mambo, Mint Macaron, Pear Pizzazz, Shaded Spruce, Soft Sea Foam

Thank you to all who posted on my Blog during the Pals “Critter” Anniversary Blog Hop!

I made a video of the Randomizer Wheel spinning with all the names of those who responded to this blog, but the video would not load with the blog program I have.  So here is a screenshot of the lucky winner!  She will receive her own free “Lovely Lily Pad” stamp set!

Rachel, I have emailed you.  Please respond with your mailing address.  Happy Stamping, everyone!

Mary

I just wanted to remind you that Stampin’ UP! is offering a ton of extra free gifts in your Starter Kit, that it’s really difficult to pass up this great deal!

The beginning of March means that Spring is marching in and before we know it Sale-A-Bration will be marching out. But, before it goes, I’m excited to remind you about the Second Release of Sale-A-Bration rewards. These new, limited-time rewards are amazing and make me want to jump for joy! New foiled paper, embossed colored vellum, and stamps, of course!  Go HERE for more information!

If you are like me and love punches, then you are going to swoon over  the new Label Me Fancy and Label Me Lovely Punches. Plus, the punches coordinate with the Sale-A-Bration Second Release stamp set called “Tags In Bloom” Photopolymer Stamp Set. Ask me how you can earn this stamp set.

Since Spring is almost here, the card also features the gorgeous topical colors and images from the Tropical Oasis Suite. Below is a Supply List for your shopping. Enjoy!

Product List

Tags In Bloom Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [152292] $0.00

Label Me Lovely Punch [151296] $18.00

Label Me Fancy Punch [151297] $18.00

Happy Stampin!’

Mary

Welcome to the Pals’ Blog Hop! We’re so glad you’re here. You may be starting the hop here or coming from a previous Pal’s blog. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. This month we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Pals Blog Hop with “Critters” from the Stampin’ Pretty Pals.

I’m offering mystery blog candy (ie: Stampin’ Up! goodies) to one lucky winner. FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN, please share a comment HERE on my blog about YOUR favorite Stampin’ Up! critter, which can be an insect, animal, bird, or butterfly.  Please only play once, posting before Friday, March 13th, 2020 at NOON Central Time. The winner will be randomly chosen from the comments on this blog post.  Note: I can only ship within the U.S.

You’ll find the full line-up below to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.

As a high school teacher, I have become aware that a couple of my esteemed colleague-friends will be retiring this spring. Although I’m super excited for them to start a new phase of their lives, I’ll certainly miss working with them.  This extended circle fun fold card is for one of the soon-to-be retirees!

I learned of this card fold design from Too Cool Stamping’s Angie Leach. This card begins with a 9-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ piece of Bermuda Bay cardstock, scored at the 2-1/4″ and 6-1/2″ marks.  I used one of the Stitched Shaped Circle Dies to make the circle hole in the card. Come in from the long side, line up the first score line down the center of the circle, then cut.

After the folding the card base on the score lines, I decorated the front of the card with different patterns of Pleased as Punch Designer Series Papers.  I love how they all coordinate with each other — very fun colors, too!  The top flap has a 4″ x 1″ strip.  The bottom flap has a 4″ x 2-3/4″ layer with a 4″ x 1/2″ strip across the bottom.  Have you ordered yours?  I have a feeling they’ll be selling out fast!

I stamped the cute chinchilla stamp on a Whisper White card stock scrap with Memento Ink, and then punched out with the Starburst Punch. I cut an extra starburst in Bermuda Bay card stock, and mounted one on top of the other, a little offset.  I colored the shaded areas of the chinchilla with a Stampin’ Blend in Bermuda Bay.

 

Seriously, this stamp set makes my heart happy!  So many occasions,  such fun sayings!

I then added a 4″ X 4″ Whisper White layer onto the inside of the card, making sure not to get any Snail adhesive in the area  where the circle is cut out.  I stamped the retirement sentiment.

Finally, I cut out an oval Whisper White shape from the Stitched Shaped Dies, and one in Bermuda Bay as well, offsetting them.  I added Dimensionals on the bottom half of the circle and attached it to the bottom of the oval with the card closed.  I overlapped the top flap of the card just enough to keep it securely closed.  I added a couple of Rhinestone Jewels to add a finishing touch.  Lastly, I wrapped some Baker’s Twine and silver cording (from a Paper Pumpkin kit) and tied it in the front to add a bit of sparkle and bling!

More inspiration awaits! Use the Blog Hop Line-up below to visit the rest of this month’s Design Team. My fellow Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 8th, for our “Special Occasions” blog hop when our Design Team showcase projects for weddings, graduation, anniversary, baby, Mother’s/Father’s Day or any special occasion. Don’t miss the fun!

Pals Blog Hop Line-Up

1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty  First Hop – January 2010
2. Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts First Hop – May 2011
3. Brian King at Stamp with Brian First Hop – June 2012
4. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards First Hop – September 2012
5. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping First Hop – March 2013
6. Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping First Hop – March 2013
7. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations First Hop – August 2013
8. Amanda Merrill at Inkflair First Hop – April 2014
9. Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin’ First Hop – May 2014
10. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom First Hop – September 2014
11. Jennifer Michalski at Stamping Serenity First Hop – January 2015
12. Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose First Hop – January 2015
13. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs First Hop – June 2015
14. Debra Simonis at Deb’s Stampin’ Grounds First Hop – July 2015
15. Karen Hallam at Karen’s Stamping Habit First Hop – September 2015
16. Jeanie Stark at Just Stampin’ First Hop – August 2016
17. Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’ First Hop – September 2016
18. Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping First Hop – April 2017
19. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot! First Hop – May 2017
20. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art First Hop – June 2017
21. Leah O’Brien at Ink, Paper, Stamps, Oh My! First Hop – February 2018
22. Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink First Hop – June 2018
23. Jen Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen First Hop – October 2019
24. Ann Murray at Murray Stamps Ink First Hop – November 2019
25. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping First Hop – January 2020
26. Deb Walker at Deb Stamps Life First Hop – March 2020

 

Product List 

Witty-Cisms Cling Stamp Set [151686] $22.00	Itty Bitty Greetings Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146667] $36.00	Stitched Shapes Dies [145372] $30.00	Starburst Punch [143717] $18.00
Pleased As Punch Designer Series Paper [153558] $11.50	Bermuda Bay 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [131197] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00
Bermuda Bay Light Stampin’ Blends Marker [144580] $4.50	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad [147096] $7.50	Metallic Baker’S Twine & Sequins Combo Pack [152314] $0.00	Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $5.00
Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00

Did I get your attention?

The best deal out there is to join Stampin’ Up during Sale-a-Bration, but time is running out. If you would love to get your favorite Stampin’ Up products wholesale, you can join my team of stampers and no longer pay full price. If you plan to order more than $100 anyway, I highly recommend you join and enjoy the perks (and there are some GREAT perks!)

This deal is amazing! For only $99, you’ll receive these perks from Stampin’ Up:

• $125 worth of products from the Annual or Occasions Mini Catalog – you choose what you want!
• A Mini Paper Cutter – a wonderful paper cutter plus cuteness overload (just sayin’) FREE
• (48) 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper sampler – a little of all the new Designer Paper ($11.50 value) FREE!
• FREE stamp set of your choice – any value – wahoo! (up to a $45 value)
• A Paper Pumpkin kit ($20 value)
• FREE shipping on your Starter Kit ($12.50 value)
• 20 to 25% off all orders you place whether they are for you or friends
• Access to the 2020 Annual catalog early – yep, you can order before anyone else
• An invitation to join thousands of stamping friends at OnStage – Stampin’ Up’s annual convention

Guys! This is already valued well over $200 and the cost to you is only $99! (plus tax, remember shipping is free!)

Still not convinced this is the best deal out there? Then check this out. As a member of MY team, you’ll also receive an invitation to my team Facebook group, the Up North Stampin’ Gang! Here you’ll see:

• Lots of sharing among supportive and loving stampers
• A membership to the famous and fun Stampin’ Pals, with all the fun, contests, sharing, and fellowship that go with it!
• Stamping challenges to get your creative juices flowing

All of this for only $99! I’m tellin’ ya, this deal is awesome!

But Mary, I really don’t want to sell anything. That’s okay! I still encourage you to join my team. I have so many stampers who have joined simply for the LOVE of stamping.  95% of Stampin’ Up Demonstrators are Hobby Demos, in it for the discount and fun!  You don’t have to be a salesperson to be a part of my team. All are welcome and loved! Are you ready to join?

Click HERE to get more info and get started!