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BUTTERFLIES ON MY MIND

October 7, 2020

I’m thinking butterflies for today’s card and the Butterfly Gala stamp set and matching Butterfly Duet Punch joined in!

Do you have an “unused pieces bowl”? I do and pulled out the medallion die cut so those butterflies could sit prettily on it! I couldn’t leave the card front plain so it was embossed with the Subtle 3D Embossing Folder to add just a touch of texture.

I wanted to play along so pulled layout from the new CAS(E) this sketch challenge.

Here’s the list of products used.

Butterfly Gala Photopolymer Stamp Set [148580] $29.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $11.25	Rococo Rose 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [150882] $12.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25
Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524] $20.00	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin’ Pad [147099] $10.25	Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack [152475] $12.25	Butterfly Duet Punch [148523] $24.00
Subtle 3D Embossing Folder [151775] $13.50	Many Medallions Dies [153584] $46.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $5.50	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00
Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00
Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Happy Stamping!

A BEVY OF WINTER TULIPS

Cynthia Stevenson

October 6, 2020

Birthday

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Ok, I know that tulips don’t bloom up here right now, but don’t we all need a pretty blast of summer colours right now?

There they are! I used the Timeless Tulips Bundle to create this bevy of blooms and a “few” of the inks from the Brights Colour Collection! The matching punch in this bundle made it super easy to build this bouquet! I also used a piece of designer paper from the Playing with Patterns collection(152490) which is 15% off right now!

Where did I get this ideas for summer colours? From the new challenge from SUO Challenges(Stampin’ Up Only).

I took on the challenge of using every one of these beautiful colours so my tulip garden would shine!

Here’s the list of products used.

Timeless Tulips Bundle (English) [153793] $43.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $11.25	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Playing With Patterns 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [152490] $15.75
Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad [147096] $10.25	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin’ Pad [147097] $10.25	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad [147094] $10.25	Mango Melody Classic Stampin’ Pad [147093] $10.25
Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Pad [147095] $10.25	Banners Pick A Punch [153608] $31.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00
Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Enjoy and Happy Stamping!

IN THE PINES BUNDLE

Cynthia Stevenson

October 5, 2020

Christmas, Techniques

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Hi and welcome! Today’s card features the In The Pines Bundle and a fun (but messy) technique!

This In The Pines stamp set is a “2-step” stamping set and I wanted the trees to have snow on them! So, I used the 2nd step image and heat embossed it with White Emboss Powder. Then added the Garden Green ink after. The messy part is that the ink stays wet – but a quick blast from the Heat Tool helps to set it so you don’t get it all over your fingers!

The background designer paper design in from the “Tis the Season pack(153489) and you can save 15% when you purchase it this month.

I pulled the new sketch layout from Freshly Made Sketches and used it as a starting point.

This is a simple card that delivers a bright Christmas greeting, especially with the touch of red ribbon!

Here’s the list of products used.

In The Pines Bundle [155182] $70.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $11.25	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	‘Tis The Season 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [153489] $15.75
Garden Green Classic Stampin’ Pad [147089] $10.25	Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad [147084] $10.25	Versamark Pad [102283] $13.00	White Stampin’ Emboss Powder [109132] $8.25
Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $41.00	All The Trimmings Ribbon Combo Pack [153541] $11.00	Banner Triple Punch [138292] $28.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00
Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00
Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00
Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

I hope that you will give this technique that I used a try and have fun stamping!

THE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SALE IS LIVE!

Cynthia Stevenson

October 2, 2020

Stampin' Up! Specials

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This is the perfect time to stock up for your fall projects, Christmas projects and any occasion projects!

So, make sure to take advantage of these great 15% off deals and add some beauty to your stamping space!

Download your copy of the flyer and go!

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Happy day to you!

THANKFUL FOR THE PUMPKIN

Cynthia Stevenson

October 1, 2020

Thank You, Thanksgiving

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Welcome to you! Today I made my own pumpkin because that’s what you have to do when you don’t have a pumpkin stamp, lol!

There it is in all of its shiny metallic glory! I’m pretty proud of it actually and thankful that I purchased the beautiful Brushed Metallic Cardstock(153524) to use. Then, all it took was the Layering Ovals dies(the smallest one) to cut out 5 ovals! Then, to add some texture, out came the Subtle embossing folder. I attached each oval using our Mini Glue Dots to form the pumpkin shape. The leaves are courtesy of the Forever Blossoms stamp set and matching Cherry Blossom Dies.

I really liked the card layout challenge posted by The Paper Players and it fit well with my autumn-themed card.

Here’s the list of products used.

Country Home Photopolymer Stamp Set [147678] $29.00	Forever Blossoms Cling Stamp Set (English) [151457] $31.00	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [146981] $12.00	Very Vanilla 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [101650] $13.25
Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524] $20.00	Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper [153520] $20.00	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad [147088] $10.25	Terracotta Tile 1/2″ (1.3 Cm) Scalloped Linen Ribbon [149705] $11.00
Layering Ovals Dies [151771] $48.00	Subtle 3D Embossing Folder [151775] $13.50	Cherry Blossoms Dies [151456] $49.00	Banner Triple Punch [138292] $28.00
Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25
Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00
Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Thank you for visiting today and happy stamping to you!

IT TAKES A VILLAGE

Cynthia Stevenson

September 30, 2020

Anniversary/Wedding, Birthday, Congratulations

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It took a village – of 3 stamp sets, lol to create today’s card. And… a little water colouring too!

There’s nothing like a bright, pretty card to put a smile on one’s face! I took the combination of colours from a stamping group that I follow on Facebook and went to work. Those pretty blue flowers are from the Forever Blossoms stamp set(151457) and the matching Cherry Blossom dies(151456).

They were first stamped with Pacific Point ink and then I took a Water Painter and pulled the colour into the middle of each flower. TIP: It’s best to use Shimmery White cardstock as it doesn’t pill.

Then, out came the Forever Fern Bundle(154094) stamped with Shaded Spruce and Crushed Curry Ink. Next, for the sentiment, Many Mates stamp set(152633).

Here’s the list of the products used.

Many Mates Cling Stamp Set (English) [152633] $31.00	Forever Blossoms Cling Stamp Set (English) [151457] $31.00	Forever Fern Bundle (English) [154094] $73.75	Coastal Cabana 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [131297] $12.00
Shaded Spruce 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [146981] $12.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Shimmery White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [101910] $13.50	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin’ Pad [147087] $10.25
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad [147088] $10.25	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin’ Pad [147097] $10.25	Pacific Point Classic Stampin’ Pad [147098] $10.25	Water Painters [151298] $16.25
Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [147906] $13.50	Cherry Blossoms Dies [151456] $49.00	Banners Pick A Punch [153608] $31.00	Whisper White 1/4″ (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326] $10.25
Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25
Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00
Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

I had fun with this card and hope that it brings a smile to your face! Happy Stamping!

STILL SCENES AND SNOWFLAKES

Cynthia Stevenson

September 29, 2020

Christmas

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The weather is chilly here so I played with some snowflakes and the Still Scenes stamp set(150503) and matching Snow Globe Scenes dies(150655).

Did you notice the background papers? They are a returning favourite from last year, Feels Like Frost Specialty designer paper(150444). This paper is the reason for the sentiment in the globe!

I’m playing along with the new CAS(E) this sketch layout but changed the placement of the sentiment from the Snowflake Wishes bundle.

A trio of snowflakes done in Silver Emboss powder adds the final touch.

Here’s the list of products used.

Still Scenes Cling Stamp Set [150503] $30.00	Snowflake Wishes Bundle (English) [155172] $75.50	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $11.25	Highland Heather 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [146986] $12.00
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Feels Like Frost Specialty 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [150444] $20.00	Highland Heather Classic Stampin’ Pad [147103] $10.25	Versamark Pad [102283] $13.00
Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder [109131] $8.25	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $41.00	Snow Globe Scenes Dies [150655] $42.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00
Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00
Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Our weather is supposed to warm up a bit this week, here’s hoping! It’s way too soon for cold weather!

Happy Stamping!

YOU MEAN SO MUCH

Cynthia Stevenson

September 28, 2020

All Occasion, Techniques

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Hi and welcome, your visits to my blog mean a lot and I thank you. Today’s card is a pretty tribute to my visiters.

This card has several different colours to it and was a bit of a challenge as I don’t usually use these particular colours together. I chose to use the Forever Blossoms stamp set(151457) and stamped that lovely spray in Bumblebee. There is a very light wash of Seaside Spray on the background and I used our new Water Painters(151298) to apply the colour.

This idea came from the FabFri Colour Challenge.

Here’s the list of products used.

Forever Blossoms Cling Stamp Set (English) [151457] $31.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $11.25	Gray Granite 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [146983] $12.00	Seaside Spray 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [150883] $12.00
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad [150085] $10.25	Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin’ Pad [153118] $10.25	Bumblebee Classic Stampin’ Pad [153116] $10.25
Water Painters [151298] $16.25	Misty Moonlight 1/4″ (6.4 Mm) 2020–2022 In Color Ribbon [153624] $8.25	Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $6.75	Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder [152718] $12.25
Stitched Rectangles Dies [151820] $48.00	Banners Pick A Punch [153608] $31.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00
Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

I enjoyed creating this challenge card and thank you again for visiting. Happy Stamping!

THE SEASON OF SPARKLE IS COMING

Cynthia Stevenson

September 25, 2020

Christmas

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Ok, with the chilly weather setting in I couldn’t help but create a card with sparkly snowflakes! And……today being the 25th means that Christmas is only 3 months away!

I pulled out the retired Silver Glimmer paper for this because it just seemed right to add that special sparkle. And that led to using the Silver Emboss Powder for the sparkly greeting along with a beautiful design from the Snowflake Splendor designer paper(153512).

The layout came about because of the new Freshly Made Sketches challenge.

Here’s the list of products used. Note, the silver glimmer paper is not listed.

Snowflake Wishes Bundle (English) [155172] $75.50	Misty Moonlight 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [153081] $12.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper [153512] $15.75
Versamark Pad [102283] $13.00	Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder [109131] $8.25	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $41.00	Pearl Basic Jewels [144219] $6.75
Tasteful Labels Dies [152886] $42.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $5.50	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00
Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00
Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Happy stamping!

MY GUYS

Cynthia Stevenson

September 24, 2020

All Occasion

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Hi there. Today I am paying tribute to my guys, Max and Riley. Max was our Cairn Terrier and Riley our orange tabby cat!

I do miss their footsteps and snuggles! They had an amenable relationship most of the time, lol, but there were other times that made life very interesting and hilarious!

The Paper Players challenge came at just the right time, when my guys were on my mind, so I played along!

Here’s the list of products used for you. Click on any picture and it will take you directly to my online store.

Pampered Pets Bundle [154069] $54.00	Real Red 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [102482] $12.00	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100730] $13.25	Playful Pets Designer Series Paper [152489] $15.75
Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad [147084] $10.25	Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker [100082] $4.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $8.25	Gray Granite Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154886] $12.00
Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154904] $12.00	Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154897] $12.00	Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154885] $12.00	Stampin’ Blends Color Lifter [144608] $6.00
Tasteful Labels Dies [152886] $42.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $11.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $5.50
Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stamparatus [146276] $67.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00	Paper Snips [103579] $13.50
Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Simply Scored [122334] $41.00	Bone Folder [102300] $9.50

Happy day to you and happy stamping!

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BUTTERFLIES ON MY MIND

A BEVY OF WINTER TULIPS

IN THE PINES BUNDLE

THE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SALE IS LIVE!

THANKFUL FOR THE PUMPKIN

IT TAKES A VILLAGE

STILL SCENES AND SNOWFLAKES

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