I Felt Another CASE Coming On!

The Pretty Pals stamping group I belong to just had a blog hop where we CASE-d the catalog, which means we found a design from the catalog that we wanted to replicate, making changes as we saw fit, and using our creativity to make the card our own. (CASE = Copy and Share Everything!)

Well, I had so much fun, I wanted to do it again! In the back of the new Annual Catalog is an index of all the bundles. On p. 161, I found a card design that I loved and wanted to recreate. I decided to make mine a portrait card instead of horizontal. Here’s my card:

This is a fun color palette: The card base is So Saffron, with the sentiment piece in Mossy meadow. The candles are cut out in Bermuda Bay, Sweet Sorbet, So Saffron, and Flirty Flamingo.

I started out with a card base of So Saffron, cut out at 8 1/2″ by 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. I then took a scrap of So Saffron cardstock (about 3″ by 5″) and two of the Stitched Rectangle dies closest in size, and used washi tape to lightly adhere them to the Saffron scrap without the two rectangles moving. I ran the panels through my Cut and Emboss Machine to create a stitched ‘frame.’ I turned the frame over, and put Tear and Tape all around the back of the frame, then adhered the Vellum panel to the back of the rectangle frame; I then set that framed piece aside.

I took panel of Basic White to fit behind the frame, (approx. 4″ by 2 3/4″) and I stamped it with various sentiments from the Charming Sentiments stamp set with Mossy Meadow. I put Tear n Tape carefully around the edges of the sentiment white piece. I laid the white stamped panel onto the table surface, then placed a few multi-colored sequins (retired) down on the middle of the stamped white sheet. I then carefully laid the Saffron frame (with the 4″ by 2 3/4″ vellum attached behind it) down ONTO the white sheet with the sequins on it. I then had a little shaker frame!

I used tape adhesive to then place the entire framed piece onto the card front. Cute! You can see the printed words through the vellum! I then stamped a sentiment from the Charming Sentiments onto a scrap of Basic White cardstock, and cut it out with the coordinating die. I used a Mossy Meadow strip of 3 3/4″ by 3/4″, cut banner points out of each end of the strip, and tied a length of baker’s twine around the banner with a bow on the side. I then adhered the sentiment to the Mossy Meadow piece with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Finally, I cut out four candles — one in each color as specified above — and adhered them to a white candle base to make the candle looked striped. I cut a ‘flame’ out in Mango Melody and tucked the candles into the back of the banner.

Here is the Charming Sentiment Bundle, if you haven’t noticed it yet. It’s SO cool, because you literally use a die to cut around your sentiment message — very on trend. See the little candles? They’re a cute bonus, for sure!

I hope you liked this fun project. The entire list of product used can be found at the bottom of this post!

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! We post, we share, and just enjoy life! Here’s the link to request to join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

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Mary

Pals Blog Hop: CASEing the Catalog!

Welcome to the Stampin’ Pretty Pals’ Blog Hop! This month, the theme is “CASE the Catalog.” Design Team Members chose a card from the new Annual Catalog and CASEd it with their own creative twist. We really hope that you are inspired by all the amazing creations the Pals are sharing with you! As you hop from blog to blog, we would love for you to leave a comment. You will find the lineup at the end of my post to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.

For this blog theme, I decided to re-create a card found on p. 98 in the Annual Catalog. For the most part, I made it just like the card in the catalog, but in a different color palette.

I chose my color palette based on the beautiful hues of the new Abigail Rose Designer Series Papers: Petal Pink, Soft Succulent, Crumb Cake, and Soft Suede. Below is the catalog photo that I cased found on p. 98. Isn’t it fun to see how a different color scheme can change the entire ‘feel’ of the card?

My project began with a Basic White card base of 6″ by 6″, scored at 3″, as specified in the project ‘recipes’ provided by Stampin’ Up! I then covered the front with a panel from the Abigail Rose DSP set. These papers are a combination of beautiful neutral shades that I love!

I took another panel of Basic White cardstock measuring 6″ by 3″ and stamped some leaves using the Color & Contour stamp set in Soft Succulent ink, stamping off some of the images, and keeping others darker. Be sure to anticipate where you will eventually add your flowers, and what part of the panel will be cut off diagonally. I then took a Water Painter, and applied some ink to fill in the leaves. I also created a spatter look by flicking the water painter against my finger with some Soft Succulent ink and water combined. I then took my Scalloped Contours dies and cut out a scalloped border diagonally along the border. I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to attach it to the card front.

I stamped three flowers on scraps of Basic White Thick cardstock — one in Petal Pink full strength, one in a stamped-off Petal Pink, and one in Soft Suede ink. I fussy cut them out, and then used my Water Painters to add more color to the flowers. I added them to the card front, some with tape adhesive and at least one popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I used a small rectangle of Soft Suede, and heat embossed the sentiment on it using white embossing powder, then cut the sentiment panel into a rectangle. I tucked it in and adhered it to the card. I added three Iridescent Rhinestones to finish off the card.

Our catalogs are such a GREAT source for ideas. I loved creating this fun slimline card in the same style as the new catalog! More inspiration awaits, so use the lineup below to visit the rest of the Design Team. The Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created! Then, please mark your calendars for our next blog hop on July 13th. Our theme will be “Create Your Own Background” when our Design Team creates a background using any technique they wish, such as stencils, stamping, watercolor, embossing but not DSP.

Until then, have fun in your craft space!

Stampin’ Pretty Pals Blog Hop

  1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
  2. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
  3. Ann Murray at Murray Stamps INK
  4. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
  5. Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
  6. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  7. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art
  8. Windy Ellard at Windy’s Wonderful Creations
  9. Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
  10. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
  11. Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
  12. Deb Walker at Deb Stamps Life
  13. Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’———YOU ARE HERE!
  14. Jill Loveland at Simple Stamping
  15. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
  16. Amanda Howard at Papercrafting With Amanda
  17. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
  18. Melissa Seplowitz at The Stamping Ninja

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! We post, we share, and just enjoy life! Here’s the link to request to join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

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Mary

Sweet & Happy Forest Friends!

I created a fun little challenge card, utilizing some darling new Designer Papers called “Happy Forest Friends!” Isn’t it fun? Who wouldn’t smile when they received that sweet bear in the mail?

This card goes together very easily. Here are the measurements:

  • Solid Color Card Stock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″; fold @ 4 1/4″
  • Striped or other patterned DSP . 2″ x 5 1/2″
  • Coordinating Cardstock piece, dry embossed or stamped with a small stamp with the same color ink as the paper (to make a background). 3″ x 3 3/4″
  • Contrasting Cardstock that picks up a color from striped piece 2 1/2″ x 3″
  • Basic White 2 1/4″ x 2 3/4″, 5 1/4″ x 4″ (for inside of card)

Adhere your patterned DSP (2″ x 5 1/2″) to the card across the middle of the card, from left to right. Take your dry embossed (or background stamped) panel of cardstock, and place at the top border of the card, coming down over the patterned DSP, about an inch in from the left. Adhere.

Take your ribbon, and wrap around front of card coming from the back, as well as both layers on the front, horizontally, centered in the middle of the card. Tie a bow to the right of the embossed panel. Take your white (2 1/4″ x 2 3/4″) panel and stamp! Decorate with any images and a sentiment if you so desire.

Mount your white stamped image onto your colored cardstock panel (2 1/2″ x 3″), and then attach panels to your card front over the ribbon coming around from the back, centering it over your longer strip of DSP. Use dimensionals to make the panel pop. Add the 5 1/4″ x 4″ white panel to the inside of the card, and add embellishments to front of card if you want to.

For my front, I simply fussy-cut out a bear from the Happy Forest Friends Designer Series Papers — I love the bear’s cute expression! I then heat embossed a sentiment from the Charming Sentiments stamp set and used the coordinating dies to cut out the sentiment. It’s so fun!

Here is the Charming Sentiment Bundle:

And there are some extra fun dies in the bundle as well, including birthday candles! Here are the fun papers in the Happy Forest Friends DSP:

KITS PROMOTION – Buy One, Get One at 50% off!

Do you have kits from the Kits Collection on your wish list? Then you can save in June with the Buy One, Get One 50% off sale.  Here are the details…

  • Sale runs through June30, 2022.
  • All kits in the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! qualify for this sale.
  • Kit selection is based on availability.
  • You will need at least two kits in your cart for the discount to automatically apply at checkout.
  • There are no order limits on this promotion.
  • Click here to shop.
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

NEW KIT ADDED!

Get ready for the latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! The Love This Memory Notebook Kit has everything you need to create a simple and colorful keepsake full of cherished memories.

Kit Includes:

  • Kit includes one 8-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ (21.6 x 13.3 cm) kraft notebook
  • Includes sticker sheets, washi tape, and printed cards to decorate with
  • Includes the exclusive Love This Photopolymer Stamp Set and a Parakeet Party Classic Stampin’ Spot
  • Includes Tear & Tape Adhesive to help finish your project
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Mango Melody, Parakeet Party, Pumpkin Pie, Tahitian Tide
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

Food scarcity is an issue facing communities across the globe—we aim to make a difference and we hope you’ll join us. For each Nourish & Flourish Kit you purchase, we will donate $3 to support organizations working to end food scarcity. You can help make twice the impact by buying one kit for themselves and another as a gift!

Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! Here’s the link to request to join, where it’s no business, just fun: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

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Mary

A Fun Butterfly Pivot Card!

Today I’m featuring a pivot card fun fold that uses the beautiful “Awash in Beauty” Designer Series Papers in the new Annual Stampin’ Up! Catalog. I also used the adorable new butterflies in the Build a Butterfly Dies. Here’s the pivot card:

This card is fun because the front diamond shape seems to ‘pivot’ as you open it. And at every turn, you see more of the beautiful Designer Series papers in this set.

This card starts out with the following materials:

BASE: 

  • Blackberry Bliss (base): 4 1/4″ x 11″, score at 2 1/8” x 5 1/2″ 

FRONT: 

  • Basic White (image): 2 7/8” x 2 7/8” 
  • Designer Series Paper (left front): 3 1/4″ x 4 1/8” 
  • Designer Series Paper (image layer): 2 7/8” x 2 7/8” 

INSIDE: 

  • Designer Series Paper (left inside): 3 1/4″ x 4 1/8” 
  • Designer Series Paper (inside layer): 4 1/8” x 5 3/8” 
  • Basic White (greeting): 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4″ 

I actually watched a video by Lisa Curcio to help me with this easy fun fold. Here’s the link! Thanks, Lisa, for making it so easy with your great tutorial!

On the front, I cut out a butterfly from the Build a Butterfly dies using some retired glimmer paper. I also cut out a sentiment from the Charming Sentiments, using the matching die to cute our AROUND the sentiment — SO on trend! Here is the Charming Sentiment Bundle:

Notice how the sentiments are CUT OUT by the shapes of the dies. And there are some extra fun dies in the bundle as well, including birthday candles! Here are the beautiful Awash in Beauty Designer Series Papers:

After watching the video, you’ll see how easy it is to put one of these pivot fun fold cards together! I can’t wait to see yours – please post if on our Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

KITS PROMOTION – Buy One, Get One at 50% off!

Do you have kits from the Kits Collection on your wish list? Then you can save in June with the Buy One, Get One 50% off sale.  Here are the details…

  • Sale runs through June30, 2022.
  • All kits in the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! qualify for this sale.
  • Kit selection is based on availability.
  • You will need at least two kits in your cart for the discount to automatically apply at checkout.
  • There are no order limits on this promotion.
  • Click here to shop.
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

NEW KIT ADDED!

Get ready for the latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! The Love This Memory Notebook Kit has everything you need to create a simple and colorful keepsake full of cherished memories.

Kit Includes:

  • Kit includes one 8-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ (21.6 x 13.3 cm) kraft notebook
  • Includes sticker sheets, washi tape, and printed cards to decorate with
  • Includes the exclusive Love This Photopolymer Stamp Set and a Parakeet Party Classic Stampin’ Spot
  • Includes Tear & Tape Adhesive to help finish your project
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Mango Melody, Parakeet Party, Pumpkin Pie, Tahitian Tide
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

Food scarcity is an issue facing communities across the globe—we aim to make a difference and we hope you’ll join us. For each Nourish & Flourish Kit you purchase, we will donate $3 to support organizations working to end food scarcity. You can help make twice the impact by buying one kit for themselves and another as a gift!

Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! Here’s the link to request to join, where it’s no business, just fun: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

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Mary

Stampin’ Up!’s BOGO KIT SALE, JUNE ONLY!

What a fun day! This is my SECOND post for today, June 1, because there’s so much happening!

Do you have kits from the Kits Collection on your wish list? Then you can save in June with the Buy One, Get One 50% off sale.  Here are the details…

  • Sale runs through 1–30 June 2022.
  • All kits in the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! qualify for this sale.
  • Kit selection is based on availability.
  • You will need at least two kits in your cart for the discount to automatically apply at checkout.
  • There are no order limits on this promotion.
  • Click here to shop.
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

NEW KIT ADDED!

Get ready for the latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! The Love This Memory Notebook Kit has everything you need to create a simple and colorful keepsake full of cherished memories.

Kit Includes:

  • Kit includes one 8-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ (21.6 x 13.3 cm) kraft notebook
  • Includes sticker sheets, washi tape, and printed cards to decorate with
  • Includes the exclusive Love This Photopolymer Stamp Set and a Parakeet Party Classic Stampin’ Spot
  • Includes Tear & Tape Adhesive to help finish your project
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Mango Melody, Parakeet Party, Pumpkin Pie, Tahitian Tide
Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

Food scarcity is an issue facing communities across the globe—we aim to make a difference and we hope you’ll join us. For each Nourish & Flourish Kit you purchase, we will donate $3 to support organizations working to end food scarcity. You can help make twice the impact by buying one kit for themselves and another as a gift!

Come see what I share on my blog… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! Here’s the link to request to join, where it’s no business, just fun: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Mary

Stampin’ Up! January-June 2022 Mini Catalog Retiring List Has Been Posted!


And that means some great price reductions for you!

Hi, Stampin’ Friends! This is the FIRST of TWO posts today to bring you two big pieces of news. FIRST: The January–June 2022 Mini Catalog will be retiring soon, and there will be a selection of Last Chance Products, are only available while supplies last.

Stock up on your favorite products before they’re gone for good!  Save up to 50% on essential craft supplies beginning on June 1, which is TODAY!

Click here for a PDF copy of the retiring items list.

OR just go HERE to start shopping online!

LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS DETAILS:

The sale prices begin on June 1, all items on the retiring list are available only while supplies last beginning today.

  • All products are available while supplies last, and there are no purchase limits.
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit and redeemed as a 50% off item or with Stampin’ Rewards.
  • Stamp Sets are not guaranteed during this promotion and are while supplies last
  • Discounted Prices Sales Period:  June 1-30, 2022
  • Ordering Deadline:  June  30, 2022

It’s JUNE, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive a package of new Peekaboo Treat Bags! These are great for decorating and giving to special people, AND they’re food safe!

Here’s the Host Code you need:

GT4KWYEN (Non-Club Members Only!)

Please let me know if you have any questions. And be sure to join my Up North Stampin’ Gang Facebook page. We are having SO much fun over there! Here’s the link to request to join, where it’s no business, just fun: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Mary

Stampin’ Up! for Fun Packaging Needs, & TWO More Days to Get Over $90 in FREE Product!


School is out here in Northern Minnesota, and Summer is a welcome season after a long, cold winter and very little Spring! I needed some quick and cute packaging for some small graduation gifts. I can always turn to my Stampin’ Room to find what I need. This time, I used the Timeless Tulips photopolymer stamp set and the Build a Butterfly Dies, along with the Tailor Made Dies to create my tag:

I used one of the largest tags from the Tailor Made Tags dies to create a tag, and then cut out a large butterfly in blue foil. I stamped the greeting from the Timeless Tulips stamp set, perfect for graduation, and then adhered the butterfly onto the tag.

I then used some silver curling ribbon to adhere the tag to the cellophane bag, and I was basically done. The blue butterflies shine so beautifully, and add a pretty touch to these feminine packages!

I hope you enjoyed my project today! Click on any of the products below to start shopping with me.

Hurry — It’s Almost Over — Amazing In-Color Starter Kit Special!

IT’S THE ULTIMATE STAMPIN’ UP! BUNDLE!

Get the products you love at the lowest price! Now’s the time to do it for yourself. Take advantage of the In Color Starter Kit Special for only $99 and get $191.50 worth of Stampin’ Up! products, including lots of new In Color products!

Why is now a great time to join? You get more bang for your buck during the In-Color Promotion!

  • When you join, you will be able to choose $125 worth of product from EITHER the JANUARY-JUNE Mini Catalog or the Annual Catalog, for $99 plus FREE SHIPPING! In addition, you get all the FREE products you see above!
  • DISCOUNT Time!  Once you join, you’ll enjoy a 20 – 25% discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up! items. You’ll see new products first, get your free catalogs early, and be able to pre-order all the good stuff!
  • I WELCOME HOBBY STAMPERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.  You will still enjoy all the benefits and discounts of being a demonstrator through at least August 1, 2022!
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Up North Stampin’ Gang, AND the Pretty Pals, a great NATIONWIDE group of wonderful stampers.  You’ll love it!  You’ll have access to private Facebook groups, receive newsletters, and will be able to engage with a community of other stampers.
  • JOIN RISK-FREE!  If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the next FULL Stampin’ Up! quarter, (September 30, since we are already part way throught THIS quarter), bravo!  You automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter.  Reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) from quarter to quarter to continue to renew.  If you don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of a quarter, you get an additional “grace period” the following month to catch up.  In the event you still don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of the grace period,  you “drop” your demonstrator status with no penalty.
  • GIVE IT A TEST DRIVE!  There’s no obligation to host workshops or parties, sell products to others or personally purchase anything beyond the kit!

If you have questions about joining, I am only an email away at marya2hanson@gmail.com.  If you are ready to join NOW and get these colorful goodies headed your way, go here starting May 3 through May 30!  CLICK HERE!


Please let me know if you have any questions. I can’t wait for you to join the fun!

If you order in May, please use this host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive brand new embellishments from me! Here’s the Host Code you need:

QRR72VBW (Non-Club Members Only!)

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Mary

A Butterfly Thank You Card!


I’m still enjoying my new products from the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog, available almost three weeks ago. Today I’m featuring another fun card from one of my favorites — the Butterfly Kisses Suite Collection:

I began with a Fresh Freesia card base of 5 1/2″ by 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. I cut two panels from the Butterfly Kisses Designer Series Papers (found below): one at 1 1/4″ by 5 1/2″, and one at 2″ by 5″. You can make your strips and panels as large as you want to!

I cut out a Stitched Circle, and then cut out a butterfly from the DSP. The fun part is that you can build any kind of butterfly you want using the Best Butterflies dies, in any color combo.

I used white embossing powder to heat emboss the sentiment from on Calypso Coral card stock. I then cut it out using the Charming Sentiments dies. How cool are they – they cut around your sentiment just perfectly!

I will be using these absolutely adorable butterflies all summer – they’re modern and fresh, and there are so many options that you can build, both stamping and die cutting.

Here is the bundle, which you can purchase at a 10% discount:

The Designer Series Papers, which come in 6 x 6″ pieces, are the cutest! These colors are so bright and modern!

I hope you enjoyed my project today! This collection is one that’s going to stay on my desktop for a long time to come. Perfect for spring, summer, and beyond! Click on any of the products below to start shopping with me.

Amazing In Color Starter Kit Special!

IT’S THE ULTIMATE STAMPIN’ UP! BUNDLE!

Get the products you love at the lowest price! Now’s the time to do it for yourself. Take advantage of the In Color Starter Kit Special for only $99 and get $191.50 worth of Stampin’ Up! products, including lots of new In Color products!

Why is now a great time to join? You get more bang for your buck during the In-Color Promotion!

  • When you join, you will be able to choose $125 worth of product from EITHER the JANUARY-JUNE Mini Catalog or the Annual Catalog, for $99 plus FREE SHIPPING! In addition, you get all the FREE products you see above!
  • DISCOUNT Time!  Once you join, you’ll enjoy a 20 – 25% discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up! items. You’ll see new products first, get your free catalogs early, and be able to pre-order all the good stuff!
  • I WELCOME HOBBY STAMPERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.  You will still enjoy all the benefits and discounts of being a demonstrator through at least August 1, 2022!
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Up North Stampin’ Gang, AND the Pretty Pals, a great NATIONWIDE group of wonderful stampers.  You’ll love it!  You’ll have access to private Facebook groups, receive newsletters, and will be able to engage with a community of other stampers.
  • JOIN RISK-FREE!  If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the next FULL Stampin’ Up! quarter, (September 30, since we are already part way throught THIS quarter), bravo!  You automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter.  Reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) from quarter to quarter to continue to renew.  If you don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of a quarter, you get an additional “grace period” the following month to catch up.  In the event you still don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of the grace period,  you “drop” your demonstrator status with no penalty.
  • GIVE IT A TEST DRIVE!  There’s no obligation to host workshops or parties, sell products to others or personally purchase anything beyond the kit!

If you have questions about joining, I am only an email away at marya2hanson@gmail.com.  If you are ready to join NOW and get these colorful goodies headed your way, go here starting May 3 through May 30!  CLICK HERE!


Please let me know if you have any questions. I can’t wait for you to join the fun!

It’s May, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive brand new embellishments from me! Here’s the Host Code you need:

QRR72VBW (Non-Club Members Only!)

Product List

Mary

“He’s The Man” in my World!


I had a special card to make for my husband on our anniversary, so I turned to the masculine papers of the new “He’s The Man” Designer Series Papers. This set of papers is unique in that it includes two 12×12″ sheets of pre-designed diecuts, to make a project even easier! Here’s the fun fold card I made him:

The fun fold is called a “Freestanding Floating Panel Card,” and I saw the tutorial on Susan Stampfield’s website: https://suestampfield.com/2022/04/the-freestanding-floating-panel-cards/#more-9943

I used two patterns from the “He’s the Man” Designer Papers, plus Basic White cardstock. Notice the bellyband that goes around the middle. The circle graphic is one of the pre-cut die patterns that comes with the papers. So easy! When opened, you can see the stamped sentiment on the inside as well.

Here are the basic instructions:

Card base:  5 x 7, scored at 1/2”,  1 1/2”,  5 1/2” & 6 1/2”

Turn to 5” side and score in at 1/2”, stopping at the score line.  There will be a scored square.   Flip and do the other opposite 5” at the top, 1/2” at intersecting score line.  Cut two squares out.  Make an angled cut.  Fold all the creases of the card base. (see video)

Take the larger white panels (2 x 5 1/2″) and adhere DSP to them (1 3/4 x 5 1/4”.)  Then adhere to front thin strips on the card base.  They should be even with top and bottom of card.

Floating mechanism:   Take the other two white pieces that are 1 1/2 by 4 1/2” and score at 1/2” and 1” with short end at top (score long).  Accordion fold for little tiny Z’s.  Hold the one for the left like it’s an actual Z.  Line up with the bottom of the DSP edge on the front center of card.  Right Z has to be a mirror image so the Z has to be backwards.  Adhere to card. (See video!)

Panels that will ‘float’:  Take the white panels at 1 1/2” by 5 1/4” and the DSP panels at 1 1/4” by 5”.  Adhere to each other, then adhere to Z panels FLUSH WITH THE BOTTOM OF THE CARD and centered.

The bellyband is 1” by 9 1/2”, (DSP) folded around the card.  Use Tear n Tape to seal the bellyband, making sure you can remove it easily from around the card.  Decorate the belly band!

These papers are truly gorgeous. See the upper left panel? Those are the diecut images that you simply punch out:

I hope you enjoyed my project today! Watching Susan Stampfield’s video just one time will make this card a fun fold favorite for you! Click on any of the products below to start shopping with me!

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Sending Butterfly Kisses


Your spring and summer card designs are all taken care of in this beautiful Suite Collection called Butterfly Kisses. I fell in love with it the moment I saw it in the new Annual Stampin’ Up! Catalog. Today I’m featuring two simple cards that you can make in no time, both relying heavily on the CUTE Designer Series Papers:

And here’s the second:

Both cards start with a 5 1/2″ x 4 1/4″ panel of Butterfly Kisses Designer Series Papers. For the top card I then built a butterfly using the dies, creating a white-outline with a pattern underneath. I adhered that butterfly onto a Bumblebee banner, and stamped a sentiment in Night of Navy. I then added a bow using the 2022-24 In Color Baker’s Twine. Easy and fun!

For the second card, I simply created a sentiment panel from Tasteful Labels Dies in Fresh Freesia cardstock, stamped in Night of Navy. To finish, I added some white baker’s twine at the back of the sentiment panel and added it to the card base.

I will be using these absolutely adorable butterflies all summer – they’re modern and fresh, and there are so many options that you can build, both stamping and die cutting.

Here is the bundle, which you can purchase at a 10% discount:

The Designer Series Papers, which come in 6 x 6″ pieces, are the cutest! These colors are so bright and modern!

How about these sweet little Fun Flower Resin Shapes? I used just one to pop onto the sentiment panel.

I hope you enjoyed my project today! This collection is one that’s going to stay on my desktop for a long time to come. Perfect for spring, summer, and beyond! Click on any of the products below to start shopping with me.

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Why is now a great time to join? You get more bang for your buck during the In-Color Promotion!

  • When you join, you will be able to choose $125 worth of product from EITHER the JANUARY-JUNE Mini Catalog or the Annual Catalog, for $99 plus FREE SHIPPING! In addition, you get all the FREE products you see above!
  • DISCOUNT Time!  Once you join, you’ll enjoy a 20 – 25% discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up! items. You’ll see new products first, get your free catalogs early, and be able to pre-order all the good stuff!
  • I WELCOME HOBBY STAMPERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.  You will still enjoy all the benefits and discounts of being a demonstrator through at least August 1, 2022!
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Up North Stampin’ Gang, AND the Pretty Pals, a great NATIONWIDE group of wonderful stampers.  You’ll love it!  You’ll have access to private Facebook groups, receive newsletters, and will be able to engage with a community of other stampers.
  • JOIN RISK-FREE!  If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the next FULL Stampin’ Up! quarter, (September 30, since we are already part way throught THIS quarter), bravo!  You automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter.  Reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) from quarter to quarter to continue to renew.  If you don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of a quarter, you get an additional “grace period” the following month to catch up.  In the event you still don’t reach $300 in sales by the end of the grace period,  you “drop” your demonstrator status with no penalty.
  • GIVE IT A TEST DRIVE!  There’s no obligation to host workshops or parties, sell products to others or personally purchase anything beyond the kit!

If you have questions about joining, I am only an email away at marya2hanson@gmail.com.  If you are ready to join NOW and get these colorful goodies headed your way, go here starting May 3 through May 30!  CLICK HERE!


Please let me know if you have any questions. I can’t wait for you to join the fun!

It’s May, and that means a new host code. Place an online order with me for $50 or more, and you’ll receive brand new embellishments from me! Here’s the Host Code you need:

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