Snowman Season and Wednesday Sketch Challenge

My little stamp space in the corner of our family room has been a happy, busy place recently.  Good thing I stamp mostly when everyone is at work and school because I talk to myself!  I'll try something and love it so much that I'll burst out, "That is SO pretty!" or "Ooooh, I can't stand the cuteness!"  Lily my pup, who snoozes on a giant pink beanbag next to me, will even get startled occasionally.  Stamping is not a quiet hobby here.

Here's this week's sketch on which my card is based.

My mind immediately went to LAYERS.  The more the better!  And since I had Snowman Season on my desk, that's what I used, along with some other super fun products.

These colors of Flirty Flamingo, Coastal Cabana, and Real Red are so fresh.  I'm not so great with combining colors, so when I use Designer Series Paper, I pull my colors from that.  This paper is called Let It Snow and did you know that Stampin' Up! prints the colors used right on the chipboard backing that comes with the paper?  So handy!  The colors are also listed in the catalog in each DSP pack's description.  Each time I order a DSP pack, I check my cardstock in the listed colors to make sure I have enough.  If not, I add a few packs and it ensures NO disappointment!

This snowman is SO happy!  I had to make him even happier by adding Snowfall Accents Puff Paint to the snowballs in the image.  This stuff is magic in a bottle.  Just shake it up, squeeze a bit out, then aim your heat tool at it and watch it puff.  It's addictive.  I have a stack of cards to share using this stuff, because I could not stop playing with it.  Watch the video here to see it in action and to see another card that uses the puff paint on a cloud image.

Card Recipe:

Snowman Season stamp set 

Let It Snow Designer Series Paper

Snowfall Accents Puff Paint

Whisper White Baker's Twine (backordered, but still orderable)

Stitched Rectangles dies

White Stampin' Emboss Powder

Heat Tool

Stampin' Write Markers: Coastal Cabana, Real Red

Cardstock: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Whisper White

Ink Pads: Real Red, Versamark, Memento Tuxedo Black

Adhesives: Multi Purpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals

Paper Trimmer

Paper Snips

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Stamping News - Tuesday Updates

New November Host Code Gift

New month, new host code, new customer thank you gift!  I put together a 6 Pack of Christmas Card Tutorials for you with any size order in my online store.  That's a $15 value!  This tutorial has the photos, step-by-step instructions, measurements, and supply lists for 6 amazing holiday cards that you are going to love.  I was jumping out of my seat as I made these (what can I say - Christmas stamping excites me)!  If your order is under $150, make sure to use host code 7YNXHH3W to let me know "Yes, I want the 6 Pack, Nicole!"  If your order is over $150, do not use the host code - you'll still get the 6 pack PLUS Stampin's Rewards (free Stampin' Up! product of your choice).  See this page for where to enter the host code.

Last Chance For November's Paper Pumpkin Kit

 There’s something about the holidays that brings out the crafter in all of us. Even non-crafters like making simple and fun projects to celebrate the season. And since “simple and fun” is Paper Pumpkin’s middle name, now's the time to subscribe!

Tags are easy to make, take very little time, and make your packages that much more festive.  The colors of November's kit are classic with a modern twist  and I love how they look together.  Paper Pumpkin subscribers receive a newsletter via email each month that includes an instructional video, alternate ideas for the kit, and an opportunity to obtain refill kits if you just have to have more.  For those who like printed instructions, those come in your shipped kit.  Sign up by November 10 to ensure you receive November's kit in its beautiful box.

Purple Posy Ink to be Discontinued

Special Message from Stampin' Up!:

Despite our efforts to resolve issues with Purple Posy ink, we have learned that the ink color is still shifting over time. This means that the color is coordinating more loosely than we typically allow with our colors. Due to these ongoing challenges, we have decided to discontinue Purple Posy classic ink. As of November 5, 2019, the following items will no longer be available to purchase:

Purple Posy Classic Stampin’ Pad (item 150084)

Purple Posy Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill (item 150091)

2019–2021 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Assortment (item 150087)

We are unable to replace Purple Posy ink pads for customers or demonstrators who have already received them. However, anyone with concerns regarding the color shifting properties of their Purple Posy ink pads may contact Demonstrator Support and we can offer a $7.50 usd/$10.25 cad coupon code as compensation. The coupon codes will expire on January 1, 2020.

The three item numbers listed above may still appear in the 2020–2021 annual catalog, but will not be available to purchase after November 5, 2019. All other Purple Posy products (such as Purple Posy Stampin’ Write Marker, Purple Posy Cardstock, Purple Posy Stampin’ Blends, etc.) will remain available for purchase.

While it's sad to say good-bye to Purple Posy inks pads and refills, remember that you can use the Stampin' Write Marker to color on your stamps.  You can still have the coordination that sets Stampin' Up! apart, especially since Purple Posy cardstock, ribbon, and Blends are all available.  If you have any questions, always feel free to contact me.

Cookies and Cards Class December 11

I'm so excited about this class!  Baking cookies is something my youngest daughter and I enjoy so why not combine the two, right?  We'll make 4 Christmas cards while enjoying a fresh batch of homemade cookies.  Two sessions are being offered and RSVP is required because of space limitations.  Class fee of $15 is payable at class and it's BYOA (bring your own adhesive - adhesive will be available for sale at the class).  

Click the session for which you'd like to register:

December 11 -- 10 AM to Noon

December 11 -- 7 PM to 9 PM

Come for the festivity, food, and fellowship!

Let's Stamp and Chat on Facebook Live!

Each Tuesday, I go live on my Facebook Page with about 30 minutes of stamping and chatting.  If you join me live, you can comment and ask questions and I can respond in real time.  Follow my page, then turn on notifications so that you'll be alerted when I go live.  Today's stamping demonstration is a card using the absolutely adorable Snowman Season stamp set and Snowman Builder punch.  It's perfect for making multiples!  Join me at 1 PM EST (10 PST, 11 MST, and noon CST).

Tiny Purse for 3x3 Note Cards and Envelopes

How was your weekend, friends?  We took a trip to Hershey, PA to watch the state cross country championship meet.  The boys' team from our daughters' school made it as did one girl from the girls' team.  Caitlin runs for Eden's team and went along as her teammate's roommate.  It was such a fun day!  We had a tailgate lunch after the races in our team tent with lots of photos and celebrating.  Then we walked over to Hershey Chocolate World for a tour and some shopping.  Did you know the streetlights in town are Hershey Kisses?  Even the park where the meet was held smelled like chocolate!  Someone told me the company intentionally pipes the aroma around the area but I have not verified that is true.  Whether true or not, it smelled divine!  Better than the sewage plant that used to sit on the course 😜.

On page 30 of the Annual Catalog is a set of 6 tiny note cards using Itty Bitty Greetings that I've wanted to make, but I wanted to gift them so I searched for a holder.  I found a tutorial on Splitcoaststampers for a cute little tote.  Hold on, because I have lots of photos to show you of this treasure!

Isn't it adorable?  I piled on the layers and added sponging with Soft Suede ink.  The Crumb Cake ribbon is one of two spools in the Come To Gather Ribbon Combo Pack.  I cut a piece in half length-wise to get a frayed look.  That bit of wood embellishment peeking out from behind the ribbon and leaf is a round tree trunk tag from Tags & Feathers Elements.  Did you know you can color on them with Stampin' Blends?  And did you know you can heat emboss them?  Yes!  They are fun to work with!

You can see how it holds 3x3 sized cards and envelopes.  I fit 6 of each in the tote. 

To make the 3"x3" note cards, I began with a 12"x12" sheet of Whisper White cardstock.  3" and 9" are where you'll score and 6" is where you'll cut.  That gives you (2) 6" x 12" pieces which you can then cut at 3", 6", and 9".  That gives you 8 note cards, although I used just 6 of them for this project.

When making projects like these, I love to pile products on my desk and dive in.  It's inspiring to see it in front of me like that, plus it limits my choices which makes it easier to create.

I could hardly stay in my seat while working on this!  It was so exciting to play with the different patterns in the Come To Gather pack and the colors of fall were gorgeous.  Do you know what really made me happy, though?  The sponging on the sentiment dies and the addition of the Basics Holiday Rhinestone Jewels!  That mix of vintage and sparkle makes my heart sing.

Here's the tutorial:

3" x 3" Note Card Tote

Here's what was on my desk to make this:

Come To Gather Bundle (includes bulleted products listed below - bundle is orderable November 11 when ribbon combo pack comes back in stock, or products can be ordered individually) 

• Gather Together stamp set
• Gathered Leaves dies
• Come To Gather designer series paper
• Come To Gather Ribbon Combo pack (back in stock November 11)
• Tags & Feathers Elements

Itty Bitty Greetings stamp set

Stitched Nested Labels Dies

Leaf Punch

Basics Holiday Rhinestones Jewels

Sponges

12"x12" Whisper White cardstock

3"x3" envelopes

Layering Squares dies

Ink Colors: Soft Suede, Merry Merlot, Mint Macaron, Cajun Craze, Pretty Peacock

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Mint Macaron, Cajun Craze, Pear Pizzazz

You can see other projects made with the Gather Together suite here.  

November's Gift (a $15 value)!

Facebook Live 10 29 2019 | The Beauty & Joy Episode

I went live this past Tuesday, but if you missed it you can watch it here on my blog.  Make sure to follow me on Facebook and turn on your notifications for The Joyful Stamper so you never miss a live.  You can also subscribe to my YouTube channel, The Joyful Stamper.  

I used Beauty & Joy, Toile Tidings Designer Series Paper, and Toile Tidings Glitter Enamel Dots for this easily mass-produced Christmas card.  Watch me make it in the video below, plus hear what's new in the stamping world (and with me, because I'm chatty 😊).



Here's a printable tutorial for you, friend!  Measurements, step-by-step instructions, photos, and linked supply list are here.  Just click on the image to download.

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They're Here - Christmastime is Here Medley, new Paper Trimmer, and November Host Code gift!

It's November 1 and that means you can now order the Christmastime is Here Medley and the new Paper Trimmer - yay!

Watch this video from Stampin' Up! to see just how beautiful the Medley is.




Aren't these samples gorgeous?  Which one will be your Christmas card this year?

Run to get these!  Order them now and you'll have everything in time to make your Christmas cards.

And don't forget to add the new Paper Trimmer to your order.  You'll need something with which to cut into that beautiful DSP (it's ok....you CAN cut that paper...no hoarding!)

• Paper Trimmer (item 152392); $25.00

~15-3/8 x 8 x 1/2” (39 x 20.3 x 1.3 cm)
~Includes 1 cutting blade and 1 scoring blade.
~Includes imperial and metric measurements.
~Ruler and grid protected by durable plastic cover.
~Point on cutting handle for precise measuring.
~Right-side grid for cutting thin strips.

Cutting Blades Multipack will be available to purchase in January 2020.

• ~Cutting Blades Multipack $12.00
• ~Each Cutting Blades Multipack unit contains four blades.
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November Host Code is Up!

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