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

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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!

Starting today,  there are THREE new stamp sets and TWO new Designer Series Paper packs that you can choose to add to your qualifying orders. You can see all the Sale-a-Bration items online here.

And you can start shopping for them all HERE!!

The Flowering Foils Designer Series Paper is so versatile as you can add color to it with any of our coloring products.

The Rise and Shine set is another reversible set and coordinates with the Cup of Cheer dies.

Well Dressed is a stamp set perfect for the men in your life.

Choose the “So Very Vellum” Specialty Designer Series Paper and you’ll get 6 sheets of colored and embossed vellum.

Tags in Bloom has some useful phrases as well as floral images, and coordinates with two of our label punches!

Don’t forget that all Sale-a-Bration items are available while stocks last. The Kerchief Card Kit has recently sold out and is no longer available. Don’t miss out on items that are still on your wish list!

Let me know if you have any questions!  And let’s get shopping!

Mary

Welcome to my Stampin’ Up! Product Spotlight!  Today’s post offers an in-depth look at the Botanical Prints Product Medley from page 61 of the Stampin’ Up! 2020 Mini Catalog!  The Botanical Prints Product Medley just happens to be one of My Favorite Things from this new catalog!  It feels vintage, classic and beautiful all at the same time!

The Botanical Prints Product Medley is a perfect example of Stampin’ Up!’s impeccable coordination.  The medley includes stamps, paper, dies, and accessories for creating cards and more

The medley consists of everything listed here: 

• Botanical Prints Cling Stamp Set
• 48 sheets of 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
• 4 sheets of die-cut accents
• 4 sheets 3-11/16″ x 5″ laser-cut overlays
• Old Olive 1/4″ Twill Ribbon, 10 yards
• 12 copper-colored metal bee embellishments, 1/2″ each
• 7-piece Botanical Prints Dies

WATCH IT NOW!  Stampin’ Up! shared this video (below) giving a close-up look into the contents of this gorgeous kit!

Welcome to the Pals’ Blog Hop! We’re so glad you’re here because this month’s theme is “Art from the Heart” and we think you’re going to love it! You may be starting the hop here or coming from a previous Pal’s blog. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find the full line-up below to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.

When thinking of a concept for my project today, I decided to take the “Heart” theme literally, and create my own Conversation Hearts.

I used the small heart die from the Stitched Be Mine dies, found in the Annual Catalog, to cut hearts in Coastal Cabana, Mint Macaron, Flirty Flamingo, Whisper White, Pineapple Punch, Highland Heather, and Peekaboo Peach cardstock. I then stamped all kinds of small sentiments from various stamp sets to make them look like candy hearts!  This is a great set of dies for all kinds of ‘love’ occasions, including Valentine’s Day!

I started with a Whisper White card base to which I added a Coastal Cabana panel. I then ran a panel of Soft Seafoam cardstock through my Big Shot using the Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder and adhered that to the card base.  I cut a platter from the Birthday Dies in Sparkle Glimmer Paper, and placed in on the card.  Then I placed the hearts on the platter and to the side of it, using Snail adhesive and Stampin’ Dimensionals.  Finally, I stamped the Happy Valentine’s Day sentiment and punched it out with the retired Heart Punch, and placed it on the front of the card.  A few Heart Epoxy Droplets added the finishing touch!

The inside of the card was stamped with a sentiment from the Heartfelt Bundle and a couple of extra hearts added in!

I hope you enjoyed my card that truly speaks of Art from the HEART!

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, March 11th, for our “Critter Card” blog hop when our Design Team showcase projects with animals, birds, butterflies or insects. Don’t miss the fun!

Pals Blog Hop Line-Up

1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
2. Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin’
3. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
4. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
5. Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink
6. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
7. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
8. Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
9. Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’   ————You are Here!
10. Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
11. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
12. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
13. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
14. Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
15. Leah O’Brien at Ink, Paper, Stamps, Oh My!
16. Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
17. Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
18. Jen Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen
19. Jennifer Michalski at Stamping Serenity
20. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art

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