Good morning! Hope your weekend is going well. It finally stopped raining here – so…we executed a “pause work” order on the Ark! Seriously. Had the FedEx guy NOT deliver on Friday because of “weather”. 😉
If you were able to join me last night for my Facebook Live, I appreciate you spending part of your weekend with me! If not, but you’d like to see the Memorex version – here ’tis on YouTube!
Now – I’ve had the distinct honor of being asked to join the The Paper Players for 2020 as a Guest Designer! Wow!! What a thrill. I hope that I can do them proud – and that each week my card (and those of the whole Design Team!) will inspire you all to get inky and crafty and join our challenges!!
For this week, I used the new Sale-A-Bration Power of Hope Bundle. Yes – it’s a stamp set, bundled with the Stone 3D Embossing Folder. And you can get the whole bundle for free with a $100 purchase during SAB. Take a look-see!
And here’s this week’s Paper Players challenge!
I started with a piece of Basic Gray card stock that I embossed in the Stone 3D Embossing Folder. Then I used several ink pads that I swiped across the embossed surface sort of randomly – Pretty Peacock, Mossy Meadow, Pumpkin Pie and a little Pineapple Punch that I sponged on last. Then I swiped an almost-empty Clear Wink of Stella across the surface. I matted the panel on Pool Party to create the card front.
I used the largest Stitched So Sweetly die to cut out a piece of Gray Granite. Then, with the tree image in the Power of Hope set, I stamped all around the edge in Gray Granite ink. Each time I inked the stamp, I stamped it off once on my scrap paper before starting on the panel. Then I stamped a few times before re-inking again.
I used the Stamparatus to add the Geisha image and the sentiment from Power of Hope in Soft Suede ink.
I also stamped the Geisha on a piece of Peaceful Poppies DSP and a piece of Tropical Oasis DSP. I fussy cut the dress from the Peaceful Poppies and the parasol from the Tropical Oasis. Then I adhered each piece to the panel with Liquid Glue.
On the card front – I used Glue Dots to wind a length of Gray Granite 1/2″ Textured Weave Ribbon into three loops. Then I popped the panel over top with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
I added a couple three Coastal Cabana gems from the Holiday Rhinestones and the card front was done.
On the inside, I added a second sentiment from Power of Hope in Soft Suede on a Gray Granite panel. Then, in stamped-off-once Gray Granite, I added the tree over top the sentiment – then stuck on another Holiday Rhinestone for good measure!
I used Liquid Glue to adhere the panel to a Pool Party mat and into my Thick Whisper White card base, popped the card front on with Stampin’ Dimensionals and the card was done.
The front of my Whisper White Medium Envelope got a full-strength Soft Suede tree on the front…
…and more of the Peaceful Poppies DSP on the envelope flap.
Et Voila! The Power of Hope set is lovely – serene and artistic – and perfect for paper-piecing! And I do love the bundled Stone 3D Embossing Folder – it really let me make some “slate”! Take all that and add in….FREE??! WOW! I hope you like!
Don’t miss out on my Double Peppermint Ordering Special, okay? Pick up $100 worth – get EIGHT peppermints (yes, that’s already HALF-WAY to your $40 Pepperint Reward) AND pick up the awesome Power of Hope Bundle for free! Winner Winner!
Now – before you reach for your ink and papers, check out what our amazing team has created to inspire you this week:
The Paper Players Design Team
- Jaydee
- LeAnne Pugliese
- Claire Broadwater
- Joanne James
- Laurie Schmidt
- Anne Marie Hile
- Ann Schach
- Allisa Steinlicht
- Stef Perry
- Mary Deatherage – you’re here right now!
TTFN
M
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**Please note: Due to an increased number of orders that I’ve recently been receiving that have been in the $10-$20 range, I’ve had to change my host code reward to include only orders of $50+. Unfortunately, it’s not fair to those who are ordering $50+ and there are not enough host $$ generated from orders under $50 to cover the $10 gifts. Therefore, I won’t be able to continue to offer that bonus on every order. Thanks for your understanding!
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And it’s a great time to SHOP. HOST. Or JOIN!
SHOP: During Sale-A-Bration, customers earn a FREE product every time they reach a purchase threshold. For example, if you spend $150, you can then choose three level 1 items OR one level 1 and one level 2. This gives you more flexibility to choose what you want. Below are the qualifying levels. When you look in your Sale-A-Bration Flyer, you’ll see the levels needed for each of the products!
- LEVEL 1 $50
- LEVEL 2 $100
HOST: For Jan – Feb – Mar, hosts with qualifying orders can receive the exclusive Little Ladybug Stamp Set (item 152384). For us here in the US, the workshop or individual order needs to reach $300 (before shipping and tax)! Check out this adorable stamp set – and this is FREE on top of your SAB choices, Stampin’ Rewards and Half-Price Item (when your workshop hits $450). Whoo-hoo!
JOIN: Finally – if you’ve ever thought of joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator (I’d love to have you on my team!), Sale-A-bration is an awesome time to join!
There are lots more details to be found on my Stampin’ Up! Promotions Page.
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Stamps-N-Lingers 2020 Jan – Jun Mini Catalog Special Bundles Available
As you’ve come to expect, I’ve gathered up some goodies from the new Suites (and beyond!) in the 2020 January – June Mini Catalog that coordinate perfectly with each other and will get you well on the way to making great cards and projects!
I spent some time curating these NINE bundles for you to choose from. Like your own Personal Shopper. When you order them, you’ll save around 10-15% off ordering everything yourself! And every Special Bundle includes a FREE GIFT! 🙂
And – since it’s Sale-A-Bration EVERY bundle will get a couple of Sale-A-Bration Rewards. The more bundles you order – the more rewards you’ll earn. Heck – choose a couple three and get the retail cost over $300 (not YOUR cost – the RETAIL cost!) and you’ll receive the totes-adorbs Little Ladybug FREE!
Winner Winner!
Check all the bundles out right here on my Special Bundles Page – then use the handy form at the end to get your order placed!
NOTE: At the bottom of the form is a spot for you to put your choices for your Sale-A-Bration freebies. Please prioritize your favorites from first thru sixth choice (and select “Unspecified Choice” for the remainder, okay?) I’ll order them when I place your order – and will get as many of them for you as I can! Winner-Winner- better than a chicken DINNER!! If you’ve got questions on how to fill out the form – give me a holler!
But – the is a LIMITED TIME OFFER – so….don’t wait too long!
Get the Stampin’ Up! Products Used in This Project:
Card Cuts Used in This Project:
Thick Whisper White Card Stock: 4 1/4″ x 11″ (card base, scored and folded at 5 1/2″)
Pool Party Card Stock: 4″ x 5 1/4″ (mats for card front and inner liner)
Basic Gray Card Stock: 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″ (card front)
Gray Granite Card Stock: 2 7/8″ x 4″ Stitched So Sweetly Die Cut (sentiment); 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″ (inner liner)
Tropical Oasis DSP: Fussy cut parasol
Peaceful Poppies DSP: Fussy cut dress; Envelope flap
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Finn Fan Fix
Don’t be frightened by what you see next.
Ready?!
I caught a DOG-SHARK!!
I DID warn you! 😉
TTFN
M
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Well, there is no doubt I loved the card you created last night but what a pleasant surprise to learn it was for The Paper Players. Congrats! Their challenges and DT are great. I do have my favorites, however!. I know you’ll do them proud. Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo…you’re welcome!
I know – they’re one of my favorite challenges, so…it was cool to be asked! Thank you so much, Karen. For the kind words and the darned EAR-WORM!!! 🙂
What a pretty card! Love the colors and the embossed background is fantastic! Those dog sharks are one scary creature! Need to be careful out there. 😉
Thanks, Amy – it’s an awesome embossing folder! And yes – I usually walk around in a cage. Safer that way… 😉
Beautiful card! I enjoyed the FB Live last night.
Dog Shark… lol
Thanks, Gerri – was happy to see you on! 🙂
Great card! Love the technique you used to color the background – I’ll be playing with that myself. And thank goodness you didn’t catch a Tiger Shark – whew!
I know – a Dog shark was scary enough! Thanks, Sue – have fun with it! 🙂
So pretty! I’m so happy you are joining us at the Paper Player as a GD..welcome!
Thanks very much, Laurie – I was really honored to be asked! Appreciate all the kind words from y’all and the warm welcome to the team! 🙂
Big congrats on being selected for the DT for The Paper Players. That’s a smart group to ask you!
Love the card. So creative! That background really stands out.
Ooh, fierce dog shark. Glad you caught it!
Thanks, Susan! You’re very sweet! And yes – I bravely got the dog-shark off the streets! 🙂
Gorgeous card, love the texture!
Thanks so much, Allisa! 🙂
Lovely card, Mary! The colors are just wonderful…cool and calm! We are so happy to have you playing with us at the Players!
Thanks, Leanne – I appreciate the nice words and the warm welcome! 🙂
Lovely card Mary. Stamping the tree around the outside edge of the scallop die cut panel frames your geisha superbly! Wonderful design and colors!
Thank you so much, Stef! Appreciate it! 🙂
Absolutely stunning…as always! I LOVE the stone background you created. Welcome to The Paper Players Design Team!!!
Thank you so much, Ann – for the kind words and the warm welcome! Looking forward to the year playing with The Players!!
What a lovely card Mary – that inky textured layer is gorgeous! I love how you brought all the elements together to make a great oriental themed card. So looking forward to working with you on the Paper Players team this year!
Thanks, Joanne! I am really tickled to have been asked and am looking forward to the year with y’all! 🙂
Mary, we are soooo thrilled you joined us at The Paper Players. It is great to work with you and get to know you better. You know I live in ATL. Don’t you live in Fayetteville? I love your serene and uplifting card. The background is gorgeous and the sentiment so empowering! I hope you are having a great week! XX
Yes I do! And thank you so much – for the kind words and the warm welcome to The Players! 🙂
Mary, this is gorgeous! You showcased this set beautifully and I love the pop of texture. So happy that you are joining us this year as a GD. Welcome!
Thanks so much, Anne Marie! It was an honor to be asked – and I’ve loved the warm welcome! Looking forward to the year! 🙂
What a lovely card you’ve made with that peaceful image Mary. I love your colours and textures and that beautiful sentiment too.
One of the things I love about dogs is that they have these mouths full of extremely efficient teeth and yet they play with each other and with us, often at great speed, and never hurt a hair! Your little dog shark looks adorable! Vicky x
LOL – he’s the sweetest little dog shark I know! And yes – they have a very keen sense of what their teeth are doing! Thanks very much, Vicky! 🙂
Mary, so glad to have you on the DT for this year! I love that fabulous background for your card and the paper piecing! Thanks for rocking my challenge this week
hugs
jaydee
Thank you, JayDee – it’s really an honor for me! I appreciate the kind words and the warm welcome I’ve gotten from everyone! 🙂