tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6824729442259428952024-03-05T05:30:08.797-05:00SereniTea-sbSit with me. Chat over card making and paper crafts. Have a cup of tea. Watch the birds. Pray. Are you seeking serenity? Sit with me.
Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.comBlogger185125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-58458926318050083372021-10-26T04:33:00.005-04:002021-10-26T04:33:00.205-04:00TUESDAY'S TECHNIQUE: Paper Ink Stamp for Beginners<p> With Stampin' Up! we follow the concept of "PAPER INK STAMP".</p><p>1 - PAPER "Let the paper do the work" an introduction to Designer Series Paper DSP and how to design and assemble beautiful cards with coordinating products and with a minimum of supplies needed. </p><p>DSP (Designer Series Paper), Basic White cardstock, and adhesive are the basic products.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKEviw5vo4IsJ7UwdZOpBI1miiRiztVsKf3DWSHqTTNt0REs6L5P-cvG65sKwF6V3GYF2MUZ_fk5ubUMZlgs-YfgbCqEwgCkTvpNq0_A4jzeWJ8C0HPioSpfAGvzhNj0gb7IsBBaFeQpLi/s720/IMG_20210723_083258_267.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKEviw5vo4IsJ7UwdZOpBI1miiRiztVsKf3DWSHqTTNt0REs6L5P-cvG65sKwF6V3GYF2MUZ_fk5ubUMZlgs-YfgbCqEwgCkTvpNq0_A4jzeWJ8C0HPioSpfAGvzhNj0gb7IsBBaFeQpLi/s320/IMG_20210723_083258_267.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>2 - INK </p><p>Learning to use ink from the pad, from the reinkers bottle as a liquid, and by inking with the Stampin' Write Markers directly on the stamp. </p><p>Using tools: blending brushes, aqua painters</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8LKW2y0jcR_OGgcai0OdEVHog2uMFluZvPyvlPpg5M-ck1vHOKv96nQzBE0RRP6mAb0N0s73lpmrpZkBSyDU1rHOOPQM3qtJExM_qcLYXUE0YHLz7D9QW0jjBVCcE6P2XAnDMOGOVs1RK/s960/IMG_20210915_113056.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8LKW2y0jcR_OGgcai0OdEVHog2uMFluZvPyvlPpg5M-ck1vHOKv96nQzBE0RRP6mAb0N0s73lpmrpZkBSyDU1rHOOPQM3qtJExM_qcLYXUE0YHLz7D9QW0jjBVCcE6P2XAnDMOGOVs1RK/s320/IMG_20210915_113056.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Re-inker bottles and the Aqua Painter. Squirt out ink on a non-porous surface. Use like paint.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>3 - STAMP</p><p>Learn how to put the labels on the stamps, ink up a stamp. How to stamp. How not to stamp. Why not to rock the stamp. How to clean the stamp and when.</p><p><br /></p><p>Stay tuned for TUESDAY'S; TIPS, TOOLS, TECHNIQUES for Beginners and Avid paper crafters </p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-84610403718667737302021-10-19T04:30:00.001-04:002021-10-19T04:30:00.195-04:00TUESDAY'S Tips: Envelopes<p>A question about envelopes - what do you use and where do you buy them - was asked at a recent class.</p><p>From my experience, envelopes can be made of any type of paper, color or weight of paper, or size.</p><p>The WEIGHT of paper matters - will it tear easily, will it protect your card in mailing? Is it too thick, will your card get stuck in the postage meter, or will the thickness of the envelope or the card add more postage. Any bump on the card - ribbon knot, sequin, jewel, or dimensional - may add extra postage costs or need "Non-Machinable" printed on the front of the card.</p><p>I've used old calendar pages because I love the colors and prints - make sure the paper isn't too thin and that you use a white address label so your addressee is visible.</p><p>I've also used 65 lb. paper - not quite the weight of cardstock, but heavier than copy paper - because no extra layer to cover most embellishments is needed.</p><p>I use an envelope punch board, a retired Stampin' Up! product, but currently available at most craft stores or online. </p><p style="text-align: left;">The <b>A2 size Envelope</b> - <b style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">4 3/8 x 5 3/4" - </b><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> considered an invitation or greeting card size and most often made with 24 lb. paper - is the size we use for cards that are 1/2 of an 8 1/2 x 11 piece of paper/cardstock. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;">You can find Stampin' Up! envelopes for<b> A2</b> cards <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/envelopes-medium-very-vanilla" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p style="text-align: left;">A 5x7 card is considered a "large card", and usually is first class for mailing.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Slimline cards and Mini Slimline cards fit in the envelopes most people keep for their own use: </p><p style="text-align: left;">A <b>#10</b> - <b>Business Envelope </b>for a Slimline card</p><p style="text-align: left;"> A <b>6.75 x 3.75</b>"<b> letter envelope </b>for a Mini Slimline card</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs2I6rSUYKo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slimline cards</a> are found here. You can use any Designer Series Papers, and mail it in a #10 envelope.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqRfQU4atrY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mini Slimlines</a> are found here with Karen Titus and can be mailed in a Letter size envelope. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">The A2, #10 and Letter envelopes mentioned in this post are for U.S. and Canada. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">There are many sizes of envelopes used for a variety of mailings. If you are hand delivering your card, you have options of decorating your envelope or using cards that are embellished and folded.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> There is much more information on the internet, by country, too.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;">Thanks for stopping by for <b>Tuesdays: Tips.</b> I'm always available for questions or comments. Be Blessed! sb</p><p style="text-align: left;">Follow Card Connoisseur on Face Book and Instagram. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></div><table class="wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-18002 edit-active" data-disable-theme-styles="1" data-reconstraction="1" data-table-columns="3" data-wptb-adaptive-table="0" data-wptb-apply-table-container-max-width="1" data-wptb-breakpoint="desktop" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count="3" data-wptb-even-row-background-color="#FFFFFFFF" data-wptb-extra-styles="LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=" data-wptb-header-background-color="#5E130CFF" data-wptb-odd-row-background-color="#FFFFFFFF" data-wptb-responsive-directives="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" data-wptb-table-container-max-width="800" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width="340" role="table" style="animation: 0.3s ease 0.7s 1 normal forwards running show; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); color: #7a7a7a; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: auto; min-width: 100%; opacity: 0; overflow: visible; table-layout: fixed; width: 800px;"><tbody><tr class="wptb-row" style="background-color: white;"><td class="wptb-cell" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width="true" data-x-index="1" data-y-index="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); box-sizing: content-box; padding: 6px; position: relative; vertical-align: middle;"><div class="wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-5" style="border: 1px solid rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); position: relative;"><div class="" style="color: inherit; font-size: inherit; position: relative;"><p style="color: inherit; font-size: inherit; margin: 0px !important; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">3.625 inches by 6.5 inches</p></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-85850639232696480932021-10-16T06:34:00.000-04:002021-10-16T06:34:07.555-04:00Basic Cards with Stampin' Up<p> Sometimes starting a new hobby seems daunting when you look at how others thrive at it. But don't let that stop you from being part of the community of card makers! Making a card is a past time, a hobby that is enjoyable. Whether you are a master artist or a lover of color or simple art, cardmaking is for you.</p><p>Here are three cards that demonstrate how simple yet beautiful a card is. </p><p>The first card (top left) has a tag with background stamp, sentiment and<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/well-suited-twine-combo-pack" target="_blank"> twine</a>. The texture of the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/basic-white-8-1-2-x-11-cardstock" target="_blank">basic white cardstock sold by Stampin' Up</a> is quite smooth. You could assemble this card in a short time, have several on hand, and be prepared to send a note of encouragement or a "hello" at any time.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgacVOYC9OG9o0ekybcbPmkuy-N13_XCTTsvvVFYttz-qlPQH8s2FSJguCA4LoVq4VWQ7-ZPLfLaKh4ri4fvDZFRDvQ88fq4i6e9AP56K1CeS0UciSki-EwG6ylXBGQ7iv-lVWzvKFWLq/s430/basic+cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="430" data-original-width="370" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgacVOYC9OG9o0ekybcbPmkuy-N13_XCTTsvvVFYttz-qlPQH8s2FSJguCA4LoVq4VWQ7-ZPLfLaKh4ri4fvDZFRDvQ88fq4i6e9AP56K1CeS0UciSki-EwG6ylXBGQ7iv-lVWzvKFWLq/s320/basic+cards.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p>The second card (top right) has a colored base card, and texture is added by the use of an embossing folder. The same tag is used with the same sentiment, though a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/snowflake-splendor-1-4-(6-4-mm)-ribbon" target="_blank">piece of ribbon</a> replaces the twine. </p><p>The third card's design includes more components: a stamped image in coordinating colors, two colors of twine resulting in more texture. The tag is punched with a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/lovely-labels-pick-a-punch" target="_blank">tag punch</a> and popped up with dimensionals.</p><p>Here's the link to my online store where you'll see these products and more ideas, check out the calendar for events and be inspired.</p><p> <a href="http://Www.susanboback.stampinup.net" target="_blank">Www.susanboback.stampinup.net</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Thanks for stopping by! Be blessed! sb</p><p><br /></p><p> </p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-6997660664614957782021-10-14T16:00:00.242-04:002021-10-14T16:00:00.182-04:00MYSTERY & The MASK Card ClassYou probably didn't realize you had the ability to solve a mystery!<div><br /></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">MYSTERY & THE MASK - Card Class </span></div><div><div data-block="true" data-editor="2b6eg" data-offset-key="2851b-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="2851b-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="2851b-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="2b6eg" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">MYSTERY CARDS Inspired by Karen Titus, Ind. Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and my Team Leader. </span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;">But first to encourage conversation and community, we'll have some fun with a Seek & Find puzzle I created. You can design your own at <a href="http://www.education.com">www.education.com</a>.</span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJySgpWaQyXmWJcWQfw4ey_img9cT4K5bcpBfLLFNf9iv4zPe-e1IUPuICwSxOJ8IE7hrS0GiymReU_Z4oTXOBfuNJ5z6VkYqCPBjazfbdFwicffzEfsWA5Bs4S_jHjtslEIK0jhuvk6d/s960/IMG_20211013_195217.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJySgpWaQyXmWJcWQfw4ey_img9cT4K5bcpBfLLFNf9iv4zPe-e1IUPuICwSxOJ8IE7hrS0GiymReU_Z4oTXOBfuNJ5z6VkYqCPBjazfbdFwicffzEfsWA5Bs4S_jHjtslEIK0jhuvk6d/s320/IMG_20211013_195217.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><span data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: medium; white-space: normal;">Here are the clues: (I'm CASE-ing from Karen Titus. CASE is Copy And Share Everything, very much encouraged in the card making community)</span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 – A2 CARD BASE IN A COLOR (one piece of 81/2” x 11”, </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">folded in half, it measures 5 ½ x 4 ¼ “)</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – WHITE LAYER (4 x 5 ¼”) Note that the layers are 1/4 “ smaller on both sides.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – Coordinating piece to the card base DSP (Designer Series Paper) 1 x 4” <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – Coordinating piece of DSP 1 ½ x 4”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">A Punched out, Die Cut or Fussy Cut (hand cut) image as an
accent<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Instructions:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]--> Attach the DSP pieces in your choice of design to the white layer<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Attach the white layer to the base card.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Add the accent image and sentiment if desired.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>You’ve solved Mystery #1<b><o:p></o:p></b></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYiOVH4Ec1JBTap4AhvEDjU8-Pb3fLV4GepEy1THMJEvRkeCzYzW129oxwavOAewLEAMPZKZvKKqRJ45avYlxquoL66vaMnKeOyQYxplzbY_XrtOIGbOXA6MRi8mM8viyg-7QSeBLhX7Zi/s960/IMG_20211013_193732.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYiOVH4Ec1JBTap4AhvEDjU8-Pb3fLV4GepEy1THMJEvRkeCzYzW129oxwavOAewLEAMPZKZvKKqRJ45avYlxquoL66vaMnKeOyQYxplzbY_XrtOIGbOXA6MRi8mM8viyg-7QSeBLhX7Zi/s320/IMG_20211013_193732.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>The tulip DSP is perfect for this layout. The blue version is similar.<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge44r2cVs9uRuunV9_G_MbehKsWAT4RX-nXHZ9g8Lb58AZoBYLRqV_Kxd5aJDd4zPyuZuqwOndqoEC1huMKElQi7UfLp2J9xaU3A9ddHOFXx8I8eEUzsBGPkOGs4J84sS74MSJmV0yAyrZ/s960/IMG_20211013_193841.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge44r2cVs9uRuunV9_G_MbehKsWAT4RX-nXHZ9g8Lb58AZoBYLRqV_Kxd5aJDd4zPyuZuqwOndqoEC1huMKElQi7UfLp2J9xaU3A9ddHOFXx8I8eEUzsBGPkOGs4J84sS74MSJmV0yAyrZ/s320/IMG_20211013_193841.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>MYSTERY CARD #2 – taking Card #1 up a notch<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – A2 COLORED CARD BASE <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – 2 ½ “X 3 ¾” PIECE OF THE SAME COLORED CARD BASE OR COORDINATING COLOR<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – BASIC WHITE LAYER, 4 X 5 ¼ INCHES. NOTE THAT IT IS ¼ “SMALLER
ON BOTH SIDES<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 – 2 ¼ X 1 ¾ INCH WHITE LAYER PIECE (NOTE THAT THIS PIECE
IS ¼” SMALLER THAN THE COLOR PIECE)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">A Punched out, Die Cut or Fussy Cut (by hand) image as an accent.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>2 </b>– DSP 3 ¾ X 1 ¾ “AND 1 – 3 ¾ X 1” <o:p></o:p></p>Instructions:</div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="9paa4-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">1.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">Attach the DSP PIECES (3) TO THE BIGGEST BASIC WHITE LAYER IN YOUR CHOICE OF DESIGN.</span><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->2. Layer the image (PUNCHED, DIE CUT OR FUSSY CUT PIECE) on the smaller white layer, then attach the white to the smaller color layer. </p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">33.Attach the smaller layers with image in your </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;">choice of design to the card front.</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;">.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><!--[endif]-->4. Add sentiment if desired.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>CONGRATULATIONS! YOU’VE SOLVED MYSTERY 1 & 2!</b> Make easy cards with these 2 patterns to use up small pieces of DSP, or when an easy, quick card is needed, or when making many cards at a time.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="2b6eg" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>THE MASK in today's "Mystery & the Mask" Class is a stencil.</b> Create backgrounds with color coordinated inks, using the Blending Brushes or sponge daubers.</span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Build your card front with one of these sample prints. Layer as you did for the Mystery Card. Embellish with a die cut or fussy cut (hand cut) image.</span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqud0Zf6GDzoJaSX01OUpKAOeMBXjZ26gK4K_nGmA97IfckALRyMZ_EXD-47HxHxXKkjFnnjXTQB7I0c7R9uWDsFKvAyspetmAlZVU0n8v1YCGXQ1cQ5xN6sqefPAatGCiduhEtm8ihh_J/s935/IMG_20211007_200636_kindlephoto-327484361.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="935" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqud0Zf6GDzoJaSX01OUpKAOeMBXjZ26gK4K_nGmA97IfckALRyMZ_EXD-47HxHxXKkjFnnjXTQB7I0c7R9uWDsFKvAyspetmAlZVU0n8v1YCGXQ1cQ5xN6sqefPAatGCiduhEtm8ihh_J/s320/IMG_20211007_200636_kindlephoto-327484361.jpg" width="246" /></a></div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><br /></div>If you aren't fond of white as the back color, with a lighter shade of ink, sponge or use the blending brush, and lightly add the color first over the whole card base, then use a darker shade with the stencil, making sure to add more ink to make the pattern of the stencil stand out. (no photos of that technique)</div><div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="efn3q-0-0" style="direction: ltr; font-family: inherit; position: relative;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf4u43v8XGdL-4XAyZFMGgFo3icBsRzr8Nl88GizKPZIzDzhb9WGtqJ_FHYm7Zw_O1VCJjS-S0-N62GKMefumL3cE2iWEBzRhU9QZTFmuxnkBHLhblobcC0H2iVtWvahl5cIgBzsCMbN8L/s960/IMG_20211007_200941_kindlephoto-327607370.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf4u43v8XGdL-4XAyZFMGgFo3icBsRzr8Nl88GizKPZIzDzhb9WGtqJ_FHYm7Zw_O1VCJjS-S0-N62GKMefumL3cE2iWEBzRhU9QZTFmuxnkBHLhblobcC0H2iVtWvahl5cIgBzsCMbN8L/s320/IMG_20211007_200941_kindlephoto-327607370.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> I love crafting with you! Thank you for spending the afternoon with me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In today's class one lucky crafter will find a coupon on the inside of the "wrap" that is made with fabric-looking DSP on their snack cup.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhE8ecZQnGp5g_Z6GuMO6FVSGUqCmVhS0adYzarTzcxJb-MVe64ifAeRCzzfGDccasqZ-Tl-eCRDiAcYNVx6_utNxtAKHmzK1MEIdwS_kmeE79BGJabs8h-tYLqzG_6jpsbiszTM7xKPNc/s960/IMG_20211013_181213.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhE8ecZQnGp5g_Z6GuMO6FVSGUqCmVhS0adYzarTzcxJb-MVe64ifAeRCzzfGDccasqZ-Tl-eCRDiAcYNVx6_utNxtAKHmzK1MEIdwS_kmeE79BGJabs8h-tYLqzG_6jpsbiszTM7xKPNc/s320/IMG_20211013_181213.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvDIeQkKuQWvR49Qt2LbBJS8gP6VPriV8giA-PueRUY06x4bvRvN_rjL4L5jOPwSttkFaeV8j5_5K2XYoVrBd9A6bHq1PBG9YNqmrafCmW2mItSxjffXK9Hg667fbSYbWkEspVdlLrcZ0X/s960/IMG_20211013_181523.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvDIeQkKuQWvR49Qt2LbBJS8gP6VPriV8giA-PueRUY06x4bvRvN_rjL4L5jOPwSttkFaeV8j5_5K2XYoVrBd9A6bHq1PBG9YNqmrafCmW2mItSxjffXK9Hg667fbSYbWkEspVdlLrcZ0X/s320/IMG_20211013_181523.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by! Be blessed! sb</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Before you dash off, do you realize that you can get <b>$125</b> worth of products for <b>$99 with free shipping? </b>And then beginning with your first order, a<b> savings of 20%.</b> You can stay a hobbyist and never sell to anyone but yourself; or you can share these amazing products with friends. In addition, you get further discounts, <b>see new products</b> before they are sold, get rewarded for sales, and be part of a creative community. Read how Stampin' Up! has changed my life here <a href="http://www.susanboback.stampinup.net">on my Stampin' Up! webpage</a>. 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EDEN'S GARDEN NOV 1!<p> <a href="https://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/Promotions/2021/10_Edens-Garden/10.01.21_FLYER_EDENSGARDEN_Q4OOP_US.pdf" target="_blank">Eden's Garden Suite is an early release from the January Mini Catalog</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAnAiyp6NsslXWrLW1l5l5USJSSbAQv6oOVAsmWf8NHKt990ETS257RFDSVRibX9eDLYBY1Mqn2ZzE4KKnI02x1-7eKaUu3L4Jf-yVh3yVR6d4z66AOctUUwmp4PJf-ybvwftIt8l6ezbL/s1200/09.28.21_DSHAREABLE_EDENSGARDEN_Q4OOP_EN.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAnAiyp6NsslXWrLW1l5l5USJSSbAQv6oOVAsmWf8NHKt990ETS257RFDSVRibX9eDLYBY1Mqn2ZzE4KKnI02x1-7eKaUu3L4Jf-yVh3yVR6d4z66AOctUUwmp4PJf-ybvwftIt8l6ezbL/s320/09.28.21_DSHAREABLE_EDENSGARDEN_Q4OOP_EN.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>I love green! and greens are the colors featured in the new Eden's Garden Suite of products, available November 1, 2021. 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And I just can't wait to use them and the Cotton Specialty papers that go with this suite.</p><p>Check out the link above, and watch my blog for more ideas with Eden's Garden!</p><p><a href="http://www.susanboback.stampinup.net">www.susanboback.stampinup.net</a></p><p>Susan Boback, Independent Demonstrator for Stampin' Up!</p><p>Thanks for stopping by - be blessed! sb</p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-35322959212616985002021-10-02T16:07:00.001-04:002021-10-02T16:07:00.204-04:00WORLD CARD MAKING DAY Projects<p> </p><p class="MsoNormal">WELCOME TO WORLD CARD MAKING DAY! Did you know that you are
joined by card makers all around the world today and during this week – all of
us are getting together in friendship and fun to make a card!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-ZrQwImRpVdjgycC6k2YyZSF-NwRQViGDQ2wIi4rYMrvk_H3alqCLpiuXk7MlOLwRmjCLisiauTI6RMQWI9YHaSicuB3zix_g65e-4eFcsPmSDAsLqb2d2IlnNH169IEVOw_p3Zl0WoS1/s960/IMG_20210930_070037.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-ZrQwImRpVdjgycC6k2YyZSF-NwRQViGDQ2wIi4rYMrvk_H3alqCLpiuXk7MlOLwRmjCLisiauTI6RMQWI9YHaSicuB3zix_g65e-4eFcsPmSDAsLqb2d2IlnNH169IEVOw_p3Zl0WoS1/s320/IMG_20210930_070037.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>CARD #1 This is a basic card - for beginners <o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The size of the card is 4 ¼ inches x 5 ½ inches.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the USA this is referred to as an “A2”
card.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Memorize this measurement. It is
equal to ½ of a standard piece of paper or cardstock 8 ½ x 11 inches. Knowing
this size will help so you can cut layers which are 1/8 – ¼ inches
smaller.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>FACT #1 - Out of each 8 ½ x 11 inch piece you can get
two cards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What size is an A2 card? 4 ¼ x
5 ½ inches. <o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here is the YouTube link for the Origami Fold card we’re
making today on World Card Making Day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://karentitus.com/easy-origami-fun-fold-shadowbox-cards-to-make/">https://karentitus.com/easy-origami-fun-fold-shadowbox-cards-to-make/</a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal">To make this card, we will use:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 – A2 white base card – what size is it?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>See <b>Fact #1 above</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 layer size 4 x 5 ¼ - note that this layer is ¼ inch
smaller on both sides than the A2 card base size.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 – 2 ½ inch x 2 ½ inch square Gold Layer<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 – 3x3 inch square double sided (Must be double sided for
this project) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>for the Origami piece.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This piece is the focal point of the card. <b><i>FACT
#2 Double sided paper is needed for the Origami fold piece. <o:p></o:p></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLlDNQvr4CrJXWoH1Vn0cz13IiLmrOZNfw9wpJ2WQ7UGw2Ps7oPReC2KFjMDNk_xBwLSR9hUl9K4F9CLea5HKAVAgKuStLT8RkJiDsv2jYOBvfgQ94ib8d3RTI6JGA7aAKsQVvo9p3vjv/s960/IMG_20210930_070457.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLlDNQvr4CrJXWoH1Vn0cz13IiLmrOZNfw9wpJ2WQ7UGw2Ps7oPReC2KFjMDNk_xBwLSR9hUl9K4F9CLea5HKAVAgKuStLT8RkJiDsv2jYOBvfgQ94ib8d3RTI6JGA7aAKsQVvo9p3vjv/s320/IMG_20210930_070457.jpg" width="240" /></a></b></div><b><br /><i><br /></i></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 – Sentiment – For today's projects, I've stamped 5 sentiments. Pick one. Use the remaining 4 for the next projects. (If you are making this card beyond WCMD choose a sentiment to coordinate with your paper theme.) <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 – World cut out <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Adhesives used are double sided tape; or tape runner or
<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/glue-liquid-multipurpose" target="_blank">Tombo glue</a> – which is recommended as so very little is needed to stick firmly; and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-dimensionals" target="_blank">Dimensionals</a> to "pop up" the world cut out in the center of the Origami square. <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/mini-glue-dots" target="_blank">Glue Dots</a> are also used to attach ribbon or small die cuts.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpu28SERfPRq9QXbJsYNamgbe8wkNloNJr2qg4jsIeh20G3AuVlp_XkqqkxlJUrr6hG1OqbKgwfAYWQaw_x39lHDFdOKYiKJcojWSuYFJspcqOWdi9t6iZhqzXcP_hBPpfJfVK3dZ8wTiS/s788/IMG_20210930_074050_kindlephoto-113497563.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="698" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpu28SERfPRq9QXbJsYNamgbe8wkNloNJr2qg4jsIeh20G3AuVlp_XkqqkxlJUrr6hG1OqbKgwfAYWQaw_x39lHDFdOKYiKJcojWSuYFJspcqOWdi9t6iZhqzXcP_hBPpfJfVK3dZ8wTiS/s320/IMG_20210930_074050_kindlephoto-113497563.jpg" width="283" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">World of Good (retired) is the Designer Series Paper that I've chosen for this card.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u>Kits for this project will </u></b> require adhesive to attach the layers to the
card. A Dimensional is included for the world cut out.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Fold the square according to the Origami pattern. Watch the video - it is fairly simple. Here it is partially folded.</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh72fPt1GaYuX6ePTvx1kZRuji1Xd66_LORryuIbqVvLn97sl-CjQEJ30XWQLwacQz23FwNzou6hn2RI_NHzAcJkSf9eHfUKSSCKD1PpXCOgIxJYzAFr5wEvLNy0ZN99gZX0hXzsNqZ36XJ/s960/IMG_20210930_070606.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh72fPt1GaYuX6ePTvx1kZRuji1Xd66_LORryuIbqVvLn97sl-CjQEJ30XWQLwacQz23FwNzou6hn2RI_NHzAcJkSf9eHfUKSSCKD1PpXCOgIxJYzAFr5wEvLNy0ZN99gZX0hXzsNqZ36XJ/s320/IMG_20210930_070606.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div>This photo shows both sides of the completed folder piece. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrmUdmmH5ZRImoxjXPZAVf-7bM3aDrjEFQsvrWVyjccAm1Ar5liX7gtECYarDBbq4jrqaZ0GsaTKneo_0tk_Bx_mkcYQi3EqFCT1yRVKEb3V9MWlpBu7gklmJwCXPAqNkXNst3Z6zU8BDp/s960/IMG_20210930_070641.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrmUdmmH5ZRImoxjXPZAVf-7bM3aDrjEFQsvrWVyjccAm1Ar5liX7gtECYarDBbq4jrqaZ0GsaTKneo_0tk_Bx_mkcYQi3EqFCT1yRVKEb3V9MWlpBu7gklmJwCXPAqNkXNst3Z6zU8BDp/s320/IMG_20210930_070641.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<p class="MsoNormal">Attach large layer to card base.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Attach the Origami piece to the gold square, then attach them to the layer on the card. Look at the completed card for placement. Use the "world' piece and center it on top of the origami piece. Attach
it with a dimensional so that it’s raised above or “popped up”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> It is difficult to see here. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCScvAIwfbnkryzYS2WOVp91twmkf-cNhbKciww1mvdfI-arDdl1pzLefSKJto07B57MxmyxnuPaXfpf-pbQ_QV9cg6npp_JaylD1APi9tk65OfW86Io-KsKb7hScMlFcJUjvkPXZk7tG/s538/IMG_20210930_071050_kindlephoto-113075613.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="538" data-original-width="467" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCScvAIwfbnkryzYS2WOVp91twmkf-cNhbKciww1mvdfI-arDdl1pzLefSKJto07B57MxmyxnuPaXfpf-pbQ_QV9cg6npp_JaylD1APi9tk65OfW86Io-KsKb7hScMlFcJUjvkPXZk7tG/s320/IMG_20210930_071050_kindlephoto-113075613.jpg" width="278" /></a></div><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">This A2 card will mail at first class for 58 cents, a regular
stamp.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If any lumps or bumps of
embellishments or ribbons are on the card that don't permit the card to fit through the 1/4 inch postage machine, additional postage for each ounce
must be added. </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Or get in the habit of placing a piece of cardstock or lightweight card board over your card inside the envelope to protect it in mailing.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>This is why I like the 65 lb. paper for making envelopes because it
protects the card.</i> </p><p class="MsoNormal">No one wants to receive a card where the embellishments
are sticking through the envelope or where they owe postage on it.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This is a simple card pattern for a beginner card maker, that you can use again and again:</p><p class="MsoNormal">One layer on top of the base card. Add a coordinating piece. Add a sentiment. Ribbons and die cuts can be added too, but meaningful cards do not have to be fancy or layered with
many sections.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Now that you know the size of an A2 or a basic card, keep <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/basic-white-8-1-2-x-11-cardstock" target="_blank">basic white cardstock </a>on hand for your card bases.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Color cardstock can be added to every basic white card by layering.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Remember that the <b>A2 is 4 ¼ x 5 ½ </b>– so the <b>first layer will measure ¼ inch smaller or 4 x 5 ½</b> inches.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The other factor to keep in mind is that with a white card base, you don’t have to add a white layer on the inside to stamp a message or write a note.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The goal for today around the world is to make a card and
to SEND that card!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you for
participating in making and sending cards. I say that we are “cheering up the
world, one card at a time.”<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>CARD #2 – PURSE/TOTE with 4 cards – all from one 12x12 piece of paper.</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif2QrAYPKKU_Tb0r6xbgoNz1gbQvhi1xLTBEX4qK4nD_rJXtnJK96t5j69_cPk5htwdBEboU0Z9sVfprFUz-w6hJV3_IlPVSRICwxPNIwdsOz_emYVZVj9mmZ-vr_jlqkjW7lRg3mb4Qx2/s960/IMG_20210930_065738.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif2QrAYPKKU_Tb0r6xbgoNz1gbQvhi1xLTBEX4qK4nD_rJXtnJK96t5j69_cPk5htwdBEboU0Z9sVfprFUz-w6hJV3_IlPVSRICwxPNIwdsOz_emYVZVj9mmZ-vr_jlqkjW7lRg3mb4Qx2/s320/IMG_20210930_065738.jpg" width="240" /></a></b></div><b><br /></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Tune in to Karen Titus on YouTube to make the Purse/Tote for Project #2 </b>Please refer to Karen’s video for the instructions. You can stop a video at any point and rewatch as many times as needed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtHKnE6vI7Y&t=1586s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtHKnE6vI7Y&t=1586s</a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b>@ 13:38 minutes on the video</b> is where the
Purse/Tote with Cards starts playing. Find that by sliding the red bar under the video over to this time.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Begin with a 12x12 piece of Designer Series Paper. Since Stampin' Up! products are coordinated, you don't have to struggle with matching papers and embellishments. Double sided printed papers work best for this project.</p><p class="MsoNormal">The purse and handles are made from <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the 12x12, by cutting 2, 1 inch strips off of one end. That leaves a 4 x 10 section to be used on 4 cards.</p><p class="MsoNormal">I've chosen <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/pansy-petals-designer-series-paper" target="_blank">Pansy Petals Designer Series Paper</a> for my purse/tote and cards.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbNfW7VofIitM6xSpzzgVuJieP47u9YuRNPjNYZXBiI97jlc5GV7LLATARYunjgum86AotsyrEXILmF8OG7FBHw6Hl9RO-F7DH3OUNBRP0f6nn6-lXv6tySOwQJcEJg9nShJYPCm4Elft/s960/IMG_20210930_065354.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbNfW7VofIitM6xSpzzgVuJieP47u9YuRNPjNYZXBiI97jlc5GV7LLATARYunjgum86AotsyrEXILmF8OG7FBHw6Hl9RO-F7DH3OUNBRP0f6nn6-lXv6tySOwQJcEJg9nShJYPCm4Elft/s320/IMG_20210930_065354.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;">From one side of the 12x12 paper, cut 2 one
inch strips and set aside – these are the handles. This leaves you with a 12 x
10 piece of paper.</span></div><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span>Next,
turn the paper 90 degrees so that the 12 inch side is on the top and cut it at
8 inch mark from top to bottom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That
gives you a 4 inch by 10 inch piece. This piece can be cut in four pieces to
make the card fronts, but set that aside for now.<o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyExvsYRJiKllu-Gl6v4ZONeHCDUeBe2pWwHpQuUaejJBRAL7_ul1uIx4rJh6com7EAtc3TDQ0mtcTMV_UDfpohpcy5VIz5E-jE2iC7FF41xBq9EwULuxxVMU78wWQSiFffTjj9kx1ylAV/s960/IMG_20210930_065503.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyExvsYRJiKllu-Gl6v4ZONeHCDUeBe2pWwHpQuUaejJBRAL7_ul1uIx4rJh6com7EAtc3TDQ0mtcTMV_UDfpohpcy5VIz5E-jE2iC7FF41xBq9EwULuxxVMU78wWQSiFffTjj9kx1ylAV/s320/IMG_20210930_065503.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><b>+ <i>SEE #12 below for card instructions</i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span>You have the large piece for the purse/tote. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is an 8x10<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>piece and position it so the 10 inch side is along the top. (you could also make the purse/tote out of a regular piece of cardstock (8 1/2 x 11) without making the coordinating cards)<o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkiXQ0GQZ-dxMeb10Yu9o98hPuAg5OhDgQeJUlo2Jo5ssc1Owwwkl9OnO0hb4uluruZxmN6b2O7HuaP7ucdhCeHSwD15MFZfZrsiRNISLpwiUvvQFcDtHnbySW3AtOS5CNHB1bDUcg54uM/s960/IMG_20210930_065438.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkiXQ0GQZ-dxMeb10Yu9o98hPuAg5OhDgQeJUlo2Jo5ssc1Owwwkl9OnO0hb4uluruZxmN6b2O7HuaP7ucdhCeHSwD15MFZfZrsiRNISLpwiUvvQFcDtHnbySW3AtOS5CNHB1bDUcg54uM/s320/IMG_20210930_065438.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; text-indent: -24px;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -24px;">Score from top to bottom at 4 inches and 6 inches. Scoring is done by using a stylus or score blade (depending on your tool) and making an indentation in the paper so that you can fold on this clean line/score line. <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-trimmer" target="_blank">This is the tool I use for scoring.</a></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiqt_oHNo5HqGl7uQWZJgr1JV4DH4-FoxwCMLVW1A3bA5QwqtfmZfgZmEGrbNYwIMc-I_vyR_O51eD0OcvzidbeNG3YyLOUPIOUpJRg9zRDsVpELBVe0PDmxcFskHqTR1y4iX9TYokrZ-A/s960/IMG_20210930_071537.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiqt_oHNo5HqGl7uQWZJgr1JV4DH4-FoxwCMLVW1A3bA5QwqtfmZfgZmEGrbNYwIMc-I_vyR_O51eD0OcvzidbeNG3YyLOUPIOUpJRg9zRDsVpELBVe0PDmxcFskHqTR1y4iX9TYokrZ-A/s320/IMG_20210930_071537.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Fold towards the inside, on both of these score
lines, and make those into </span>two tabs, one on each side of this bottom part<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">, as shown above, and you will see the purse/tote now has a bottom.</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">6.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When you see
these being made on the video, it makes more sense.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>They are 1 ½ inches into the bottom piece. You cut right on the fold/score
lines on each side, and then fold that tab piece in. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigfq_1J4kB_Yp1gIC8CWqubPYWiU_2qm9pXrrFGP6Iqi_gZ4Hc13yvh1SoD9TVv-6wZukeVGmwHQokjRJ9Qw9VyudjMRBBiPZmNDtmcRbSHKdL2KGAZUYqhFF35JnWnQLyznchrzY2Cv2k/s960/IMG_20210930_071740.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigfq_1J4kB_Yp1gIC8CWqubPYWiU_2qm9pXrrFGP6Iqi_gZ4Hc13yvh1SoD9TVv-6wZukeVGmwHQokjRJ9Qw9VyudjMRBBiPZmNDtmcRbSHKdL2KGAZUYqhFF35JnWnQLyznchrzY2Cv2k/s320/IMG_20210930_071740.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">7.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The purse/tote is basically made – now you’re
going to attach the sides.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Use an
adhesive that is strong holding – <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/tear-tape-adhesive" target="_blank">Tear & Tape</a> – a double sided tape; or
tape runner is used.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWCsRTaSGnCiXbsgLzbfwLlhNecww0lHjQKpI2JJCFxLkV3ern9AcpL-J6krG5orzPRzGgxPN3huA7G8IdjqqSmT-XVGNIAPR8BVCpV3Id_UwXLSpoWnTeIKufDD5C7_IvmWRyZ2U29reE/s960/IMG_20210930_071830.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWCsRTaSGnCiXbsgLzbfwLlhNecww0lHjQKpI2JJCFxLkV3ern9AcpL-J6krG5orzPRzGgxPN3huA7G8IdjqqSmT-XVGNIAPR8BVCpV3Id_UwXLSpoWnTeIKufDD5C7_IvmWRyZ2U29reE/s320/IMG_20210930_071830.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSp2eN8dTzNRaJFLLmqWTVXWdWrDlAcS30EDBYsF52cZyMxVS_HkVxWfSX6P2CfWdiGH5bwTTwRE3YNXmhHYkCwc2P-X3SCI7EV95etEqs2h5XUAqiURjVW2x-rK8Dyy1uYSb98Fasw19s/s960/IMG_20210930_071853.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSp2eN8dTzNRaJFLLmqWTVXWdWrDlAcS30EDBYsF52cZyMxVS_HkVxWfSX6P2CfWdiGH5bwTTwRE3YNXmhHYkCwc2P-X3SCI7EV95etEqs2h5XUAqiURjVW2x-rK8Dyy1uYSb98Fasw19s/s320/IMG_20210930_071853.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">8 </span></span>With the long edge along the top, and inside of purse/tote
facing up, attach adhesive tape on the upper right edge (that will be the
inside of the purse/tote). Taking both of the top edges in your hands, these
are one side of the purse/tote, pull them in towards the flap and attach them
together to make the side of the purse/tote.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Its kind of hard to explain. This is where watching this video will be
most helpful.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">9.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span>Repeat the same on the other side, making sure
to add the adhesive strip to one of the edge pieces. These sides are not meant
to be straight and square like a box; however, if you want your tote to be
square and exact, you can score the sides to equal the width of the tab.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1 </span></span>The last thing you have to do is attach the
handles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you want them to curve a
little you can take any straight edge like the dull side of the scissors blade,
a ruler or a bone folder and run it along the full length of the handle, like
you are curling ribbon.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">11<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The handles are attached with a brad, (4) one
for each end of the 2 handles.<o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2sdEHqMwe7swhI0E1DPeGUjJI5InZo5htwMnWg4ZPgv2mDH8Ti_RmxhJBNOvUoZqbsLQit1PRsNTa6JZYX_6PDrTCh5RTL28zQRqtWiwLIbiFLw5gg8I_ZUnauYbE9iQ_aZ8QPXhqg-7/s960/IMG_20210930_065738.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2sdEHqMwe7swhI0E1DPeGUjJI5InZo5htwMnWg4ZPgv2mDH8Ti_RmxhJBNOvUoZqbsLQit1PRsNTa6JZYX_6PDrTCh5RTL28zQRqtWiwLIbiFLw5gg8I_ZUnauYbE9iQ_aZ8QPXhqg-7/s320/IMG_20210930_065738.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8ryZhnZJGzEmyK8MKJKEvFJGILWSd8nqYK8Cjc7g3sdUc95RAx-8JDj6qgnCCMnaaq2Kxg-ykxeeSAejljckFQVUO1fZMpbWvJGo3MWoTJ6lOPAKl_lkl31tVJGKLvHi-nedohVzychJB/s960/IMG_20210930_065826.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8ryZhnZJGzEmyK8MKJKEvFJGILWSd8nqYK8Cjc7g3sdUc95RAx-8JDj6qgnCCMnaaq2Kxg-ykxeeSAejljckFQVUO1fZMpbWvJGo3MWoTJ6lOPAKl_lkl31tVJGKLvHi-nedohVzychJB/s320/IMG_20210930_065826.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">12</span></span><b>FOUR CARDS:</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Use 4, A2 white card bases.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With
the long piece left from the 12x12, <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><b>+(<i>as noted in #2 above</i>)</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">cut it into four - 2 ½” x 4” inch pieces to
make four simple cards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">13</span></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">You may wish to add </span>color coordinated cardstock for layering:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>¼ inch or more larger than 2 ½ x 4 inches, a sentiment and optional die cuts and ribbon.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its up to you because you are the artist!</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;">H Here are some samples of what you can do with the 4 pieces.<span>The die cuts are from the </span><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/harvest-meadow-suite-collection-english" target="_blank">Harvest Meadow Suite</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/pansy-petals-designer-series-paper" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Pansy Petals Designer Series Paper</a><span style="text-align: left;">, Penquin Playmates (Fall 2021 Sale A Bration), <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/detailed-pumpkins-dies-" target="_blank">Detailed Pumpkins,</a> Summer Shadows Dies (Fall 2021 Sale A Bration), <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/black-white-1-4-(6-4-mm)-gingham-ribbon" target="_blank">Gingham Ribbon</a>. Cardstock layers are Evening Evergreen (In-Color 2021-2023); Crumb Cake; Garden Green and can be found in the Annual Catalog.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiM1gFe-p5yghuxuSaXrXk4gQT4U7msnEoip2BenlLxJNKwIWfhSXJQ1pQBXip7-2vvcEA-55ZOOzwbf3pIRaw9h3O5cm2tgNwUSZCX5ycYH4a99EAoU1FQgUrIL0KGO-0md1a-rI8rI_F/s612/IMG_20210930_072504_kindlephoto-113228068.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="428" data-original-width="612" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiM1gFe-p5yghuxuSaXrXk4gQT4U7msnEoip2BenlLxJNKwIWfhSXJQ1pQBXip7-2vvcEA-55ZOOzwbf3pIRaw9h3O5cm2tgNwUSZCX5ycYH4a99EAoU1FQgUrIL0KGO-0md1a-rI8rI_F/s320/IMG_20210930_072504_kindlephoto-113228068.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg37Ug_f2PUxzicXWeYJrfIfZGx9TfGwRNXTkL-khb0YMEZ-tsW1XJTm4vv9i5SdlDQ-I9BPmgcqxtkwhU2l3m0CK0oGxjD8IZ6OzhHtRk8Ra3cApRYCT61f6ZW_x7N0o0HE33At4lS1uYP/s523/IMG_20210930_072858_kindlephoto-113287214.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="523" data-original-width="387" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg37Ug_f2PUxzicXWeYJrfIfZGx9TfGwRNXTkL-khb0YMEZ-tsW1XJTm4vv9i5SdlDQ-I9BPmgcqxtkwhU2l3m0CK0oGxjD8IZ6OzhHtRk8Ra3cApRYCT61f6ZW_x7N0o0HE33At4lS1uYP/s320/IMG_20210930_072858_kindlephoto-113287214.jpg" width="237" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDHZjksa216N7kfihllgQfS2wtef0CluSH8ZDoGtQ-hd5ZqmTPN4mv1UuhigYnzTe4JtxQKiTHenp0wbR5zBIL6Rrl6hi1x5NWH8cnL8fEtVxc3wWuSAxSOGxLR3_bZhsYhaNEX6f4B18R/s498/IMG_20210930_073032_kindlephoto-113335492.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="498" data-original-width="430" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDHZjksa216N7kfihllgQfS2wtef0CluSH8ZDoGtQ-hd5ZqmTPN4mv1UuhigYnzTe4JtxQKiTHenp0wbR5zBIL6Rrl6hi1x5NWH8cnL8fEtVxc3wWuSAxSOGxLR3_bZhsYhaNEX6f4B18R/s320/IMG_20210930_073032_kindlephoto-113335492.jpg" width="276" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxm1vKEJEDl4y5VsciqsBRB8aXXtUj_KheTx5t-F55at7rhFHeT5tagQvCeE1fMszEt37wiOd2b-45HZHObelHGfAwUVigaHSfYLUvfRsv0u_p8HS6xh5yf6yNRhnKBJPWD1Pu-j4Ia7YV/s522/IMG_20210930_073213_kindlephoto-113386703.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="522" data-original-width="410" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxm1vKEJEDl4y5VsciqsBRB8aXXtUj_KheTx5t-F55at7rhFHeT5tagQvCeE1fMszEt37wiOd2b-45HZHObelHGfAwUVigaHSfYLUvfRsv0u_p8HS6xh5yf6yNRhnKBJPWD1Pu-j4Ia7YV/s320/IMG_20210930_073213_kindlephoto-113386703.jpg" width="251" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdy88fOiC5-b7E75tY7wLUsiW1ldtxoL_WY97kHu6WmXiMhOV1QRJazc_l339G4QnkjCyibN_Lxeut1w6QScVhuv56Rida_u10NsgY6uBM6S-e5x5iV08mxiULtHvtMv6gP3uKWOUhQdLE/s453/IMG_20210930_073317_kindlephoto-113454607.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="398" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdy88fOiC5-b7E75tY7wLUsiW1ldtxoL_WY97kHu6WmXiMhOV1QRJazc_l339G4QnkjCyibN_Lxeut1w6QScVhuv56Rida_u10NsgY6uBM6S-e5x5iV08mxiULtHvtMv6gP3uKWOUhQdLE/s320/IMG_20210930_073317_kindlephoto-113454607.jpg" width="281" /></a></div>The Gingham ribbon is so versatile as one of many that can be dyed with a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/granny-apple-green-stampin-blends-combo-pack" target="_blank">marker </a>to coordinate.<br /><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;">This purse/tote will make a great
gift – or a great holder of craft supplies on your work table.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;">GIFTIE TREAT HOLDER – A bonus pattern<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;">This can be used for lip balm, a
small candy bar, currency, anything that would fit and used for a party favor
or something to give out to friends, etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Some people call these “gifties” and carry them in their purse for use
when you want to say more than thank you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><b> Instructions:</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Use
double sided paper.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cut it approximate
size 5 x 3 ¾ inches. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The score lines in the bottom (like the
purse/tote) will depend on your “gift” size.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Use ¾ of an inch.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Score at 2 1/4 inches and 3 inches across the
width, not the length.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This equals the ¾
inch that the “gift” will sit in.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Belt Piece. Cut a piece of coordinating paper ½ inch
by 3 ½ inches approximately.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This piece
will be glued over the scored section so that it holds the “gift” in
place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Glue ½ inch of each end down onto
the space above the scored line.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then
you may wish to cover the inside of this folder with a layer of coordinating
paper so that it covers up where you attached this belt piece.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Fold it in half at the score lines.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its like a card with a ¾” flat bottom with a
belt that holds in a candy or gift.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">6.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Ties: with a paper punch, punch 2 holes on each
side near the short edge about one inch apart.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">7.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Put your candy or gift inside the belt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bring the sides up together and weave a ribbon
in from each side and tie a bow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">8.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Make several. Use up your excess papers. Carry
with you where ever you go.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Use them for
friends, oR to tip your server. </p>
<br />
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><a href="http://www.susanboback.stampinup.net/">www.susanboback.stampinup.net</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;">P.S. I apologize for the numerical and other formatting errors!</p></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-50477285884407908852021-09-16T19:01:00.000-04:002021-09-16T19:01:00.223-04:00Backgrounds with Ink<p>Making prints for cards is one of many ways you can enjoy colors and perhaps discover a new interest. The products I use are Stampin' Up! and if you're not already purchasing your supplies with them, I'd encourage you to discover the quality and color coordination for all products. My personal page for ideas, specials and access to the current catalogs and kits is <a href="https://susanboback.stampinup.net/" target="_blank">found right here. Take a look then contact me with any questions!</a></p><p>There's so many techniques for making your own prints and backgrounds. Today we're going to work with re-inkers and water, on water colour paper. If you're new stamping or making cards, I welcome you to this creative craft. I love working with these water colour techniques because every image is different. But if you think in exact methods and wish all designs to be the same, this may be an "out of the box" technique for you. If so, I do encourage you to read and try these. You may be surprised at how beautiful ink and water can come together to create a unique print!</p><p><b>NOTE</b> I tried these techniques on heavy cardstock but the paper did not hold its shape when the print dried like water colour paper does.</p><p>You can air dry your prints or use a heat tool to speed it along. (Do not use a hair dryer. Please use safety)</p><p><b> TECHNIQUE #1</b></p><p>You'll need <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/ink%20refills?sort=relevance&ts=1631796213579" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dye based ink, preferably in liquid form</a> for this first project. A palette is needed for the ink. Any non-porous thing, but I use clear, firm cellophane, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/window-sheets" target="_blank">window sheets</a>, cut in a 3x4 piece so its easy to handle. Any small piece of clear plastic will work. I recommend <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-watercolor-fluid-100" target="_blank">this water colour paper</a> which is 5x7 size. It's perfect making 2 prints for 2 card fronts.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7pLy9S3z_X-eynRCJm0AgdzI7I8VL_uv-7w8pIVYplebGNGlG9XxaAmYySVy23fFFqf38OLkorJOZo1VNcQd2CV3lCBEvR1JK5QfJdLp8QUVuyfJG-wpBFcU6ZfmcczLTh_yOyxusLJAC/s960/IMG_20210915_113137.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7pLy9S3z_X-eynRCJm0AgdzI7I8VL_uv-7w8pIVYplebGNGlG9XxaAmYySVy23fFFqf38OLkorJOZo1VNcQd2CV3lCBEvR1JK5QfJdLp8QUVuyfJG-wpBFcU6ZfmcczLTh_yOyxusLJAC/s320/IMG_20210915_113137.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p>On one half of the paper, spritz water about 4 times. By using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-spritzer" target="_blank">this spritzer</a> you can gauge the spray area and amount of water. You don't want it too wet or too dry.</p><p>Put one drop of ink from the re-inker bottle on a palette. Spritz with water.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2mrXSAj7AVPnbGPNLYlbD4xLxtczqLUDpMS8a3wevzkz0ylnB5LKmbN-h8kfgym65Zcwfw8ow8n3-jTYBaQFSmmVPLeZQEFpA_xQrXPlviMVbW1cgxI7RxAI0Sy_F7kicjviKFIeHnRpz/s960/IMG_20210915_113056.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2mrXSAj7AVPnbGPNLYlbD4xLxtczqLUDpMS8a3wevzkz0ylnB5LKmbN-h8kfgym65Zcwfw8ow8n3-jTYBaQFSmmVPLeZQEFpA_xQrXPlviMVbW1cgxI7RxAI0Sy_F7kicjviKFIeHnRpz/s320/IMG_20210915_113056.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p>Next wet the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/water-painters" target="_blank">water painter</a>, which is a paint brush with a barrel that holds water, Squeeze the barrel, and pick up ink with it you've squeezed onto your palette. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA1D3gExi-ZArZOXV4Qn_poTpIe8rc778BHAlP5aFL0zYI4c1wv4AxLKtLIWHJHkmSkmuboXyzn14H9GH57uldouaHkbjUjdbF8ga5l3DwHtP5JPyXBq-RKmLLu7fyviI-yHm_Z-iApmjC/s960/IMG_20210915_113315.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA1D3gExi-ZArZOXV4Qn_poTpIe8rc778BHAlP5aFL0zYI4c1wv4AxLKtLIWHJHkmSkmuboXyzn14H9GH57uldouaHkbjUjdbF8ga5l3DwHtP5JPyXBq-RKmLLu7fyviI-yHm_Z-iApmjC/s320/IMG_20210915_113315.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Touch the wet spot on the paper and let the ink flow freely; and slide ink only in wet area. Its not the goal to cover the entire half page. </span><span style="text-align: left;">Let dry or dry front and back with heat tool.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijGqO-13sX0sViB4xH5v4BnGEb10KelQxsuWZuo3wZfjiisSVqBmwa7CgLUvUlLSVZaLq-VDQf2qQoQMCA6MyFufJxi1RHOebHRAxrfWX6JIeH1sb6jXo3eZ1TaOrp56cGmiyvKBbnXnqm/s900/IMG_20210915_114855_kindlephoto-217371718.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="900" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijGqO-13sX0sViB4xH5v4BnGEb10KelQxsuWZuo3wZfjiisSVqBmwa7CgLUvUlLSVZaLq-VDQf2qQoQMCA6MyFufJxi1RHOebHRAxrfWX6JIeH1sb6jXo3eZ1TaOrp56cGmiyvKBbnXnqm/s320/IMG_20210915_114855_kindlephoto-217371718.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>This photo shows this technique on the left. The ink is Pumpkin Pie.<br /><p>Stamp image on top of inked background now dry. </p><p><b>TECHNIQUE #2 SMOOSHING</b></p><p>Watch a YouTube video by Lisa Curio to see this technique.</p><p>On your palette, squeeze a drop of ink then spritz with spritzer until the ink puddles. Pick up the palette piece and quickly turn it upside down on the paper. Smooshing is when you swirl the window sheet piece or palette piece around on the paper which places the ink in unique patterns, and creates a different image each time. </p><p>Another option is to pull the inked window sheet/palette, upside down across the paper which produces an image of a different shape.</p><p>Use the heat tool again to dry the paper which will dry flat if its water colour paper, with high cotton fibers and which can absorb the water. When dry, stamp your image on this background or add a die cut.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghAkdeu2d_dKYu4mVBERKFzNsc03vMYBHaxdjVQzWYBYQ5LpyNF94KjW10nT5g7-M7Lf_XZTarYK6kGxj4OoHrgnYDpeUaX4UNJgIzd3k2N-FW97qOz3QTudjUg7-d9T3d06Zd9Al5Oyxr/s960/IMG_20210915_121132.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghAkdeu2d_dKYu4mVBERKFzNsc03vMYBHaxdjVQzWYBYQ5LpyNF94KjW10nT5g7-M7Lf_XZTarYK6kGxj4OoHrgnYDpeUaX4UNJgIzd3k2N-FW97qOz3QTudjUg7-d9T3d06Zd9Al5Oyxr/s320/IMG_20210915_121132.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>You can also stamp on<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/harvest-meadow-12-x-12-(30-5-x-30-5-cm)-designer-series-paper" target="_blank"> Designer Series Paper </a>for another unique design. This paper is the Harvest Meadow, which like all DSP (Designer Series Paper) is double sided and coordinated with inks, card stock, ribbons, markers, and embellishments.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOvJJl33JAWzIGHM3Ym_ZRz-X95z0ZZH2_inG_tQgUt6vKLIw0rOFSFPZ-lLJl2PpOYS_QvfB9RzsIRsBf_aOKfdsx3Mm_kHKNSyPhHaumkjIQ46oqpbCBkVAiMnFJB4ztlAd00_Wg5j7S/s960/IMG_20210827_212247.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOvJJl33JAWzIGHM3Ym_ZRz-X95z0ZZH2_inG_tQgUt6vKLIw0rOFSFPZ-lLJl2PpOYS_QvfB9RzsIRsBf_aOKfdsx3Mm_kHKNSyPhHaumkjIQ46oqpbCBkVAiMnFJB4ztlAd00_Wg5j7S/s320/IMG_20210827_212247.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><b>TECHNIQUE #3 BLENDING BRUSHES</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>You can also use <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/blending-brushes" target="_blank">blending brushes,</a> instead of a water colour brush, with ink to create a background of blended colors. Although the photo shows the re-inkers here, I have found that tapping the blending brush on the ink cartridge is a better method for loading ink on these brushes. While you can tap the brush into the liquid ink, the ink from the cartridge has a lesser water content and produces a deeper colour.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3pddFZscAu2ZfznZza5OLGlxPoGT6T-oE4yH7BjA1JqSnUu1LwgrMXJnmiQRuZA4NmQpcC5-3Qwo1uMDMlHyg3Fj8850woswTsisuUxuBvKiAlwQov92xZZ64IqyWp3j1Eml2bEUtqYA_/s720/IMG_20210905_221652_705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3pddFZscAu2ZfznZza5OLGlxPoGT6T-oE4yH7BjA1JqSnUu1LwgrMXJnmiQRuZA4NmQpcC5-3Qwo1uMDMlHyg3Fj8850woswTsisuUxuBvKiAlwQov92xZZ64IqyWp3j1Eml2bEUtqYA_/s320/IMG_20210905_221652_705.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">The colors I used for this piece are Polished Pink and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-ink-refill-daffodil-delight" target="_blank">Daffodil Delight</a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Today we're using<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/delicate-dahlias-photopolymer-stamp-set-english" target="_blank"> Delicate Dahlias</a> which is available for free with a $100 order, which is part of the semi-annual <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/SALE%20A%20BRATION?sort=relevance&ts=1631797453763" target="_blank">Sale A Bration ending September 30, 2021</a>. I'd love to tell you about this and other amazing deals. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">(If you are reading this blog post after that date, just keep in mind that you'll have two opportunities to take advantage of free items, because Stampin' Up! has begun to host two Sale A Bration events per calendar year. So look for a mini catalog to premier in Jan - June with the Sale A Bration to be held Jan/Feb; and a second mini catalog will premier in July with the Sale A Bration for Aug/Sept.) </span></div><div><br /></div><div>To embellish the image, emboss with gold embossing powder and green embossing powder for the leaves.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYmDzAPcoXnYWC3_1_hWEB89EIqJQBqrMpgQ0DeaoJ0GIPwoGpAk60hsyiIeULd1p18ByzfFDTz5eCRgHUTL6ydUvSlmRAAmcOnhkqgY7Ww0XH0YEP0CE99E9SZZ-UHcWyM-6qq4beEVCQ/s652/IMG_20210905_221652_647.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="652" data-original-width="652" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYmDzAPcoXnYWC3_1_hWEB89EIqJQBqrMpgQ0DeaoJ0GIPwoGpAk60hsyiIeULd1p18ByzfFDTz5eCRgHUTL6ydUvSlmRAAmcOnhkqgY7Ww0XH0YEP0CE99E9SZZ-UHcWyM-6qq4beEVCQ/s320/IMG_20210905_221652_647.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>TECHNIQUE #4 EMBOSSING ON VELLUM</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>And yet another option is to use white embossing powder with the image on vellum. Then use this embossed layer over the background you've made with Blending brushes. Using vellum creates a more subtle look.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Place your stamp on the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/Stamparatus?sort=relevance&ts=1631797732315" target="_blank">Stamparatus</a> to stamp it exactly where you want it, get it straight with even pressure, or repeat for full coverage of the ink. Here the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/versamark-pad" target="_blank">versa mark watermark ink</a> is used before the embossing powder is added. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH_N_0UikmEFvmdmO8HSEqH1oetXjdkvIH5U9gz8jMLVoh6_z7Hsq6b8aBDQeu_z_TgVTW84LdWYV2m92rLCWmdevC6xL2fqsszHtaxncTOKGjqlJhKfZmhevJYOwwsIt_-zVoLzqRvYwq/s720/IMG_20210905_221652_728.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH_N_0UikmEFvmdmO8HSEqH1oetXjdkvIH5U9gz8jMLVoh6_z7Hsq6b8aBDQeu_z_TgVTW84LdWYV2m92rLCWmdevC6xL2fqsszHtaxncTOKGjqlJhKfZmhevJYOwwsIt_-zVoLzqRvYwq/s320/IMG_20210905_221652_728.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>The print below shows stamped images over the background made with Blending Brushes. Using bright colors will make their images show up better under the vellum. <br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0OqYYFWuU43zkqNPOfypAUM4JtmlgdMeOzckYg8b3ltAS3sSqhSYvIffBIlVBBbcNjwaoWlxbCb35uSjvxvACyiAFQ8pQ5b89Be8_jeMs7TBlti-CRJlJDhyphenhyphenAsQvYB_64X0GgLpAf0LJ1/s720/IMG_20210905_221652_713.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0OqYYFWuU43zkqNPOfypAUM4JtmlgdMeOzckYg8b3ltAS3sSqhSYvIffBIlVBBbcNjwaoWlxbCb35uSjvxvACyiAFQ8pQ5b89Be8_jeMs7TBlti-CRJlJDhyphenhyphenAsQvYB_64X0GgLpAf0LJ1/s320/IMG_20210905_221652_713.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/polished%20pink?sort=relevance&ts=1631797991836" target="_blank">Polished pink</a> and Pumpkin Pie are the Dahlia and daisy images.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcZW56rOyk01tQJY3tzNZRUT3pCq_2Qik1bPrS0X0z4rSYLDb_xnTiwqKPIkhuku2ysrl-GCKVfaqfsxrtMivevfA9wbJyUNx_uSmty4T1DQCZeFIghRFwMhhmTXR9wVGj-Ma5Xcqe_hhQ/s386/IMG_20210905_221652_788.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="386" data-original-width="386" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcZW56rOyk01tQJY3tzNZRUT3pCq_2Qik1bPrS0X0z4rSYLDb_xnTiwqKPIkhuku2ysrl-GCKVfaqfsxrtMivevfA9wbJyUNx_uSmty4T1DQCZeFIghRFwMhhmTXR9wVGj-Ma5Xcqe_hhQ/s320/IMG_20210905_221652_788.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Once your images are dry you can trim them to layer on card fronts for use with a variety of sentiments and embellishments. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few finished prints. I love the Delicate Dahlias with the water colouring techniques. This stamp set can be used for any season of the year. You could stamp in Pumpkin Pie and Daffodil Delight (orange and yellow) for fall; Real Red for December; Pink for Jan/Feb. Purples and blues for Spring or Easter. The colour combinations are many. Check out the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/ink?sort=relevance&ts=1631798287533" target="_blank">four color families of ink</a> and products here, and use your own combinations to create unique prints for card fronts.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk5kKN8l4rAaAgl1fKeiq1f6b5inO2z2Of71EP5kQgExXRaq1dzAeRk7js0kieocM5JEoZBZmOMaN0jRiG3FFrbXK2_f3qoQA7fsjZav4n3TqALIKekdIiK4F3jZ5kkeKsw_irA_7i2vvp/s960/IMG_20210901_075241.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk5kKN8l4rAaAgl1fKeiq1f6b5inO2z2Of71EP5kQgExXRaq1dzAeRk7js0kieocM5JEoZBZmOMaN0jRiG3FFrbXK2_f3qoQA7fsjZav4n3TqALIKekdIiK4F3jZ5kkeKsw_irA_7i2vvp/s320/IMG_20210901_075241.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div>This first print, while stamped on heavy cardstock, is not water color paper. While it took the ink and water well, it did curl when dry, even using a heat tool. In this instance, I had to cut the print down to make it into a card front, by cutting off the curled edges. Something to consider is what you're going to do with your prints. If making cards, be sure to choose water color paper.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5I-1hYu0lWSu9fHDQ9wYKJDndH4JgI7ZxcNh6oJ2EYlN2pQy9XzWq0Li4vI3OH4X7NscxnbD6qHLqn0CX6HJU7cHUcprfD8cE5V1wuqneAkrtrECE1whdNMdVJ3PN4NrS2uRYAlmN6tNh/s960/IMG_20210901_075420.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5I-1hYu0lWSu9fHDQ9wYKJDndH4JgI7ZxcNh6oJ2EYlN2pQy9XzWq0Li4vI3OH4X7NscxnbD6qHLqn0CX6HJU7cHUcprfD8cE5V1wuqneAkrtrECE1whdNMdVJ3PN4NrS2uRYAlmN6tNh/s320/IMG_20210901_075420.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The print below shows how the inks blend and spread if too much water is used. But if you are satisfied with your colours you can use the second stamp of this two-step stamp, and stamp the outline Dahlia and leaves to give it definition. See the samples below.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4RsD9-NuDy6vF8CZOyy1ltEcG8_ps8I6o30EcxesGNTZBvA8KsaWhZzc81_cUPdFXT0rkTNM58hTftZ_NjIoKw8RHmGiVLwChGmR0gx7JPjbRM9J1XHFEdDWAxmvNWSr4Rw4V8KIEILO/s960/IMG_20210901_090355.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4RsD9-NuDy6vF8CZOyy1ltEcG8_ps8I6o30EcxesGNTZBvA8KsaWhZzc81_cUPdFXT0rkTNM58hTftZ_NjIoKw8RHmGiVLwChGmR0gx7JPjbRM9J1XHFEdDWAxmvNWSr4Rw4V8KIEILO/s320/IMG_20210901_090355.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1YLZDcIXa_ocGIRXCfZHVN8wNAZ3sBMSYDEJ7ZZR7WZkaYLdK28WHOhTwGWQiAPoyGCgqpPrGQJxiJz4aWlXntEov8EVpBZCyThVuDvIB9x-3SfPzFHqBvjcoYqz4clIPVfp_RD3KNI2s/s720/IMG_20210901_093303_138.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1YLZDcIXa_ocGIRXCfZHVN8wNAZ3sBMSYDEJ7ZZR7WZkaYLdK28WHOhTwGWQiAPoyGCgqpPrGQJxiJz4aWlXntEov8EVpBZCyThVuDvIB9x-3SfPzFHqBvjcoYqz4clIPVfp_RD3KNI2s/s320/IMG_20210901_093303_138.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Before stamping any images with a two-step stamp, make a matching mark on each stamp where two images are the same so that when lining them up such as these prints show, you can get the petals that are shaped the same to match.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZa1GbbPp2HJaVCJv_0OJUrjuqzkzFavEoLiDWVFcoi2JWGHnQOQt431-jv0lD4Qb25n_Kb-wP4se8Mc376Aq5KqDWzcT4c1SUOnyqjEMWKYiNxRlo79wfvJFu_80q-LbaBsV4IfuW6z_/s720/IMG_20210901_093303_174.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZa1GbbPp2HJaVCJv_0OJUrjuqzkzFavEoLiDWVFcoi2JWGHnQOQt431-jv0lD4Qb25n_Kb-wP4se8Mc376Aq5KqDWzcT4c1SUOnyqjEMWKYiNxRlo79wfvJFu_80q-LbaBsV4IfuW6z_/s320/IMG_20210901_093303_174.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">There are lots of techniques and possibilities for making backgrounds and prints with ink. These are four that I use often. Make sure to click on the highlighted links for the Stampin' Up! products that I used. I'd love to see what you make. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If you're interested in the Sale A Bration or learning how you can get a discount on products and free items with a $99 order, I'll be happy to tell you. <a href="https://susanboback.stampinup.net/" target="_blank">Read about how Stampin' Up! has made a difference in my life - this community can made a difference in yours too! </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As always I appreciate you<span style="text-align: left;"> stopping by! Be blessed!sb </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><div><br /><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div></div></div></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-49850647542855426282021-09-13T01:33:00.001-04:002021-09-13T01:33:00.230-04:00Peaceful Christmas<p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOVUIx5UVlAQKqAE22JqwOngfrsd6Y2Udchsw-mdHKjggWTOkaQqKxzmjd6g5uizoq1_IiR50XYrdN4ulW8sMmLi81gfDdfSOjkeQSBsotWx8XzLfHM1Scu6_GZ0S7ye_DRLnsaeZ3m7s/s1170/10.21_PPOCT_BANNER1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="1170" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOVUIx5UVlAQKqAE22JqwOngfrsd6Y2Udchsw-mdHKjggWTOkaQqKxzmjd6g5uizoq1_IiR50XYrdN4ulW8sMmLi81gfDdfSOjkeQSBsotWx8XzLfHM1Scu6_GZ0S7ye_DRLnsaeZ3m7s/w516-h180/10.21_PPOCT_BANNER1.jpg" width="516" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>September 11 - October 10 is when you can order "Peaceful Christmas" Paper Pumpkin Kit. </p><p>Perhaps crafting for Christmas🎄 gifts or decorations has been a favorite hobby for you; or it may be that looking at Christmas decorations and craft supplies in October 🎃 is unheard of for you!</p><p>Since we want to have our projects completed and ready to send or give in a timely manner, we really do want to be planning and making in October. 🍂</p><p>When my son was in the U.S. Navy and stationed in Cuba, I had to have his Christmas items sent by the first of November. It was then that I welcomed the opportunity to purchase decorations and craft supplies far enough in advance to get his package to him on time.</p><p>While this was 25 years ago, I still think of that this time every year: of how excited I was to be packaging a mini, mini artificial Christmas tree with a set of battery-operated lights, and plastic "snow" and snowflakes. </p><p>Take a look at the next month of Paper Pumpkin. </p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">When you picture a peaceful Christmas, what comes to mind? Do you see snow outside your window, softly swirling through the sky? A tree trimmed with tinsel, a fire crackling nearby? Maybe you’re dreaming of decorating a holly jolly gingerbread house. Can you catch a whiff of Christmas cookies wafting through the air?</p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">Whatever it is you think about when Christmas comes to town, picture a peaceful Christmas with the Peaceful Christmas Paper Pumpkin Kit! This glimmering and gleaming kit is your creative kickstart to Christmas cardmaking. With sprinkles of snow, shimmering silver skies, and heartwarming holiday wishes, you’ll have enough elements and embellishments to create 10 Christmas cards and coordinating envelopes.</p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">And if you totally love the theme and papers, you can order more of the Designer Series Paper from Stampin' Up! Peaceful Place by clicking on this link: </span><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/peaceful-place-suite-collection-english" style="background-color: transparent;" target="_blank">www.stampinup.com/products/peaceful-place-suite-collection-english</a><span style="background-color: transparent;">. </span></p><p>So when the weather changes to cool, its football season on Sunday afternoons, colored leaves are falling to the ground, grab a cup of hot tea or cider, take your Paper Pumpkin kit, and craft some cards to send this Christmas! You'll be glad you made them in advance.</p><p>Use this link to check out this month's kit:</p><p><a href="https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2247413" target="_blank">https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2247413</a><br /></p><p>Glad you stopped by - be blessed! sb</p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-3857513421240660742021-09-09T09:58:00.000-04:002021-09-09T09:58:12.835-04:00Join me for Stampin' Up! Day of Service - September 16<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><div class="row" data-sf-element="Row" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: proxima_nova, sans-serif; margin-left: -15px; margin-right: -15px;"><div class="sf_colsIn col-md-6" data-placeholder-label="Column 1" data-sf-element="Column 1" id="Contentplaceholder1_TC3A1962E018_Col00" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: left; min-height: 1px; padding-left: 15px; padding-right: 15px; position: relative; width: 585px;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h6 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light_bold, sans-serif, sans-serif; font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.07rem; line-height: 1.1; margin-bottom: 9.5px; margin-top: 9.5px; text-transform: uppercase;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKQD-5BZgo59GUwAymlMHI1EKyNVKdXXsDK7qvtPzv87nOpoHWMkFrEf9zz598LcifgpWjQUZPWIji3DZZ8IPvKmN3JDXSONoH60Pt7tJbrVR4tJn_QH5bdJkVNW17exodEtZdGBLOMI4T/s431/istockphoto-669485574-170667a.jpg+health+care.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="399" data-original-width="431" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKQD-5BZgo59GUwAymlMHI1EKyNVKdXXsDK7qvtPzv87nOpoHWMkFrEf9zz598LcifgpWjQUZPWIji3DZZ8IPvKmN3JDXSONoH60Pt7tJbrVR4tJn_QH5bdJkVNW17exodEtZdGBLOMI4T/s320/istockphoto-669485574-170667a.jpg+health+care.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />STAMPIN’ UP! DAY OF SERVICE IS COMING SOON!</h6><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">From Stampin' Up! "Our Stampin’ Up! Day of Service will be held on Thursday, 16 September. This year, we’ll be focusing on heart health.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">We are so excited to invite all to join us in making a difference! There are many different ways to participate and benefit your local communities." </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">"We invite you to</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">-<span> </span>support local causes you’re passionate about, or </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">-<span> </span>focus on heart health education, resources, and support </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><span style="font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.7em;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">- </span><span style="font-size: 14px;"> <span style="font-size: small;"> Participate in blood donation, </span></span></span><span style="font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.7em;">CPR training, d</span><span style="font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.7em;">onating needed<span> </span>items to a <span> </span><span> </span>local hospital</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><span style="font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.7em;">- Engage your community in a heart-healthy wellness activity</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><span style="font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.7em;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">-</span><span style="font-size: 14px;"> </span><span style="font-size: medium;">Donate or sende encouraging cards to healthcare workers</span></span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">Please share your Stampin’ Up! Day of Service experiences using #SUDifferenceMaker on Facebook and Instagram."</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">Card makers don't need an invitation to make cards and help cheer up the world, do we? </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">We have plenty of reasons right now to thank those who serve us, in many ways, medical or civil jobs. Let's show them their work makes a difference in our daily lives!</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">The Statement of Heart for Stampin' Up! in part is "making a difference" by helping others to enjoy their creativity and worthwhile accomplishments. </p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">SEPTEMBER 16 - Stampin' Up! Day of Service 2021. Join me in sending, giving, speaking, sharing your heart to those who serve our communities!</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">Thanks for stopping by. Be Blessed! sb</p></div></div></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-81635345363818890152021-09-08T04:00:00.026-04:002021-09-08T17:30:22.091-04:00Christmas Whimsy - New Kit at Stampin' Up!<p><b><span style="color: #20124d;"> Its a NEW month. Its a NEW kit too!</span></b></p><p><span face="proxima_nova_light, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 1.15rem;">NEW, Beginning </span><span face="proxima_nova_light, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: red; font-size: 1.15rem;">September 8</span><span face="proxima_nova_light, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 1.15rem;">: </span></p><p><u style="background-color: white; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem;"><span style="color: #20124d;">Christmas Whimsy</span></u><span face="proxima_nova_light, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 1.15rem;"> is an adorably festive card kit with a modern design! Santa’s elves might be hard at work in the North Pole but with this all-inclusive kit, the hard work is done for you! All pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to craft. The simple steps of this kit are perfect for beginner crafters and kids, too! Grab </span><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-collection" style="background-color: white; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem;" target="_blank">a kit </a><span face="proxima_nova_light, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 1.15rem;">or two and gather around for a simple Christmas activity that everyone will enjoy. The kit contains everything you need to create eight elf-centric Christmas cards including printed card bases, die cuts, embellishments, an exclusive stamp set, a Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot, and more!</span></p><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova, sans-serif;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><span style="font-size: 1.15rem;">If you love kits, try the </span><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-paper-pumpkin" style="font-size: 1.15rem;" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a><span style="font-size: 1.15rem;"> monthly kit, by subscription, or order the kits from past months which include all supplies except the stamp and ink. </span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">And, don't forget that any purchases made in September will qualify for the free <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/sales-specials/sale-a-bration" target="_blank">Sale A Bration</a> products, stamp sets, dies or Designer Series Paper that coordinate with seasonal sets in the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/whats-new/july-december-2021-mini-catalog" target="_blank">Mini Catalog</a>.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Here's my <b>September HOST CODE: GS6WYHG9</b></span></i></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><i><span style="font-size: medium;">That means if you order in September and choose me, Susan Boback, as your demonstrator, choose this Host Code so we can earn free product. Thank you!</span></i></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><br /></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;"><br /></p><div style="color: #666666; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-31524524852040490242021-08-28T17:48:00.001-04:002021-08-28T18:04:19.103-04:00Stamparatus Tool<p> I've had a request for how to use the Stampin' Up! - <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/stamparatus-(imperial-measurements)" target="_blank">Stamparatus</a>. I bought it to use instead of buying many sizes of clear blocks and for use with any large stamp. (Click on all the highlighted words to go to my current online store.)</p><p>There are three purposes I use it for: </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>to line up your stamp perfectly to re-stamp an image that needs more ink. Otherwise its near impossible to realign your stamp to print it again in the same spot.</li><li>to make sure your stamped image is placed directly where you want it when producing multiple cards that are the same. </li><li>to evenly space the same image down the page by moving the door with each print.</li><li>to use 4 different stamps with the 2 - 2 sided doors, without removing the stamps and attaching to a different block and realigning each time.</li></ul><p></p><p>Stampin' Up! also has provided videos for learning each of their products so watch all about the Stamparatus <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3teCr7Xo4G8" target="_blank">here</a> from 2017 or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-h3bejhZ2nk" target="_blank">here from 2020 which is more updated</a>, both on YouTube.</p><p>Note that I refer to the movable pieces as "doors" and in the video, they are "plates."</p><p>Here are some photos from my Stamparatus for your review. For this explanation I only have one door attached, and this door includes many spots of <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/mini-glue-dots" target="_blank">mini glue dots</a> or <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/cling-adhesive" target="_blank">here for cling adhesive</a> used to hold on the stamps that are not as sticky as they once were, so I apologize for that.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The grid shown is removable. It is used with the photopolymer (clear) stamps since they do not have the cushion that the cling stamps do. It is also easy to clean. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhPuat_heE75B6sdwLXXK95VxifqD6SiwuWbWO0uj4AmK8Y8A4vraLUyZinvfqRmISsINUihEcog9-NT4n_N8xK3D0_a5F-IjvN3EZfuq2n6iQnU-31NfLbQ6jNFVcH9X5CjWoB3hCbOqc/s699/IMG_20210827_194028_kindlephoto-12428368.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="343" data-original-width="699" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhPuat_heE75B6sdwLXXK95VxifqD6SiwuWbWO0uj4AmK8Y8A4vraLUyZinvfqRmISsINUihEcog9-NT4n_N8xK3D0_a5F-IjvN3EZfuq2n6iQnU-31NfLbQ6jNFVcH9X5CjWoB3hCbOqc/s320/IMG_20210827_194028_kindlephoto-12428368.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>This photo shows how the doors which attach on 2 sides are removable for moving to the next slot an inch apart. You'd want to do this instead of moving your stamp and if your design included one word that you wanted to print evenly, down the side of your page at evenly spaced intervals.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdIWGl5PGq9NOjnjqDej_dAOESgPI1UW8Lje5CFaoEXcDHvEAECr9jfJ1agQhR9ax86xCxvc3rRMCq1Pk7MpPHYtwdhTcvANvGVHXnM7Fr8kqjsfmMqAryj1GRjIwDcIHFAuG09bOJpko7/s960/IMG_20210827_194218.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdIWGl5PGq9NOjnjqDej_dAOESgPI1UW8Lje5CFaoEXcDHvEAECr9jfJ1agQhR9ax86xCxvc3rRMCq1Pk7MpPHYtwdhTcvANvGVHXnM7Fr8kqjsfmMqAryj1GRjIwDcIHFAuG09bOJpko7/s320/IMG_20210827_194218.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div>First use the very strong magnets to anchor your paper, making sure not to let them touch. Reports have been given that they crack if this happens although I have not experienced this. You may also choose to wrap each magnet with masking or washi tape to hang on to it. Place your stamp face down where you want it to print then press the door down on top of it so it clings and sticks as shown.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8ocv9863MnuLPdQsQN75e6Vt63Lhth3Msd9CDNxPJEPybLU0N7DVCqVqF-VmOtRDOLQQv82AADNsXl1V2c7P6_O30GiW4NBD58cyF8FsF8LjMHOX0aJQtWgE-3-4CKMf2Q0hwGK6ubEeS/s744/IMG_20210827_195211_kindlephoto-12843169.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="463" data-original-width="744" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8ocv9863MnuLPdQsQN75e6Vt63Lhth3Msd9CDNxPJEPybLU0N7DVCqVqF-VmOtRDOLQQv82AADNsXl1V2c7P6_O30GiW4NBD58cyF8FsF8LjMHOX0aJQtWgE-3-4CKMf2Q0hwGK6ubEeS/s320/IMG_20210827_195211_kindlephoto-12843169.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Next, ink up your stamp thoroughly then return the door so the stamp pressed down onto your paper. I prefer to use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/featured-products/ink-coloring/ink/ink-refills" target="_blank"> liquid re-inker instead of the larger ink pad</a>, using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/uninked-stampin-spots-" target="_blank">spot ink pad</a>.The hardest part is next where you must use a great deal of pressure with your fingers or fist or heal of your hand to imprint your image. There is a tool you can make yourself to accomplish this even pressure. (use a finial or similar wood shape that fits good into the palm of your hand. It is called a "Chuckie Tool" and was made by Gina K's friend Chuckie to help her with arthritic hands.</p><p>Pull back the door being careful to release the stamp from the paper without it moving. I've found it does raise up when the stamp is new and very sticky. If you position the paper in the corner, even without a magnet it should be easy to line up. Check to see if it needs re-stamping. And if so, re-ink your image and stamp as many times as needed to get the look you want.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf4nWqqbradmHaPDilcwn7sPxNdPt6_TbNZsjpydrwAWuFdI80yeuxtHBDXPQZ8Hg0Ek3ycND511IDAeKq7IIhgf4sYP0HfK-31hEIcqoRGLhrIVlpxATR2RHHZDzPixzda67u3UBlmLXo/s687/IMG_20210827_201333_kindlephoto-12943360.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="482" data-original-width="687" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf4nWqqbradmHaPDilcwn7sPxNdPt6_TbNZsjpydrwAWuFdI80yeuxtHBDXPQZ8Hg0Ek3ycND511IDAeKq7IIhgf4sYP0HfK-31hEIcqoRGLhrIVlpxATR2RHHZDzPixzda67u3UBlmLXo/s320/IMG_20210827_201333_kindlephoto-12943360.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">After you stamp one image, make a mask with that stamp by stamping it on a Sticky Note and reuse it over and over to block a portion of the image from double stamping where you don't want it to overlap. Keep it in the stamp set case.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Keep moving your stamp or the door till you have the images where you want them.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div>I used the mask on the flower when I added the leaves. I wasn't as happy with these images as I thought they were too dark. So I added <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/metallics-stampin-emboss-powders" target="_blank">metallic gold embossing powder</a> to set them apart. </div><div>These ink colors are <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-ink-refill-merry-merlot" target="_blank">Merry Merlot</a> and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-ink-refill-blushing-bride" target="_blank">Blushing Bride</a> with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-ink-refill-old-olive" target="_blank">Old Olive</a> for the leaves. I highlighted a few spots with the Rich Razzleberry Blends marker and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/rich%20razzelberry%20Stampin'%20Up!%20blends%20markers?sort=relevance&ts=1630184829532&pages=2" target="_blank">Daffodil Yellow Blends Marker</a> for the centers.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgyuJeqa1MEJbtShTcKIyFsMGTJjachcG5bsIRgorpxABbs59tuKyNkB2u1naOSZWfckPUzXJlAKOZA9wP0EMUneqlfpeneZIqp9NE09JdzP3zivJN8qHbi6CZM3wMW9w7yjeJPmIqidyA/s661/IMG_20210827_203728_kindlephoto-13847671.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="661" data-original-width="568" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgyuJeqa1MEJbtShTcKIyFsMGTJjachcG5bsIRgorpxABbs59tuKyNkB2u1naOSZWfckPUzXJlAKOZA9wP0EMUneqlfpeneZIqp9NE09JdzP3zivJN8qHbi6CZM3wMW9w7yjeJPmIqidyA/s320/IMG_20210827_203728_kindlephoto-13847671.jpg" width="275" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I made two prints with each color duo. The second prints are on <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/harvest-meadow-12-x-12-(30-5-x-30-5-cm)-designer-series-paper" target="_blank">Designer Series P</a>aper (Harvest Meadow) with Pumpkin Pie and Polished Pink inks with Old Olive leaves on one and Evening Evergreen on the second for a variation in cardstock. The stamp set is <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/sales-specials/sale-a-bration" target="_blank">Delicate Dahlias from the Sale A Bration brochure which does expire Sept 30, 2021.</a></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIG6R7tNxwZHrN4wng9MENdXannQriaSu2V8LfZOYuEY5JM7_NEL5SkeP9WBxFqAlXR6DZasEhwVmffneuTuFr2X67LgGm9gC6_sd93iMG7ITUh5bzJqVP5usNKJNVFl5CigT4WmS5lx2/s683/IMG_20210827_211901_kindlephoto-15787114.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="539" data-original-width="683" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIG6R7tNxwZHrN4wng9MENdXannQriaSu2V8LfZOYuEY5JM7_NEL5SkeP9WBxFqAlXR6DZasEhwVmffneuTuFr2X67LgGm9gC6_sd93iMG7ITUh5bzJqVP5usNKJNVFl5CigT4WmS5lx2/s320/IMG_20210827_211901_kindlephoto-15787114.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>In working with this two step stamp set, I have to admit that I like the image of the less detailed stamp better, at least for images on printed paper. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjisbXAU9QC014lmEcBkJltmYeP0hzHeCHH9VO-qNzxywoT4Yu3rLJzgGbZYzmhGrrG19yjHcRR9DqcL4mhK5rioApZ87cGjn7E_TYNQr7BPwCzavokLsUFT7OsbzByPpFS4WGBVIsfCEdF/s960/IMG_20210827_212247.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjisbXAU9QC014lmEcBkJltmYeP0hzHeCHH9VO-qNzxywoT4Yu3rLJzgGbZYzmhGrrG19yjHcRR9DqcL4mhK5rioApZ87cGjn7E_TYNQr7BPwCzavokLsUFT7OsbzByPpFS4WGBVIsfCEdF/s320/IMG_20210827_212247.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p>Now that they're done, it will be fun choosing the layers and base card colors, sentiments, and embellishments because <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/embellishments-ribbon" target="_blank">Stampin' Up! products</a> are all color coordinated!</p><p>So which colors and shades do you like? I'd like to try this Delicate Dahlia in blue. Please post a comment with your own project using this or similar stamp.</p><p>Thanks for stopping by! Be Blessed! sb</p><p><br /></p></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-54136907407673352442021-08-18T20:54:00.000-04:002021-08-18T20:54:53.152-04:00Tone on Tone Cards - No Ink or One Color<p><b><i>Card Idea #1: Tone on Tone with Paper - No Ink</i></b></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7Y0ndfUn2mnfvbrgVjWakY7pGv4G3XSfmKzgX1VdMymp3u2G1qqhNZLGvpOP4BtotfvK52xsNQzEPFo7yzNvzRzvRcG4BiLVDmA6G9N1ddxFFHp2HkwF1cPoCk1uT8wQj8tvPVHi__cc/s749/IMG_20210724_192247_kindlephoto-11105819.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="749" data-original-width="624" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7Y0ndfUn2mnfvbrgVjWakY7pGv4G3XSfmKzgX1VdMymp3u2G1qqhNZLGvpOP4BtotfvK52xsNQzEPFo7yzNvzRzvRcG4BiLVDmA6G9N1ddxFFHp2HkwF1cPoCk1uT8wQj8tvPVHi__cc/w265-h400/IMG_20210724_192247_kindlephoto-11105819.jpg" width="265" /></a> </p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Are you new to card making? Here's some basic measurements and folds to create the card base. Start with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/basic-white-8-1-2-x-11-cardstock" target="_blank">Basic White</a> cardstock for the card. With one 8 1/2" x 11" piece, cut it in half at the 5 1/2 " measurement. You will have two pieces. For this card, we'll use one for the card base and one to cut in two for layers.<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii87dcJW3qNTWFz50VURRHap_Ua1YpdzqTLflsBYsgDC5BrhE4C_bOW3jpJf-5uv0S2ssjcGdlZpeAhxBmGIlhtJwI_FvnpKXuefzxohbOuBWIkAQic92TdIujYHUiq-wtSZBu-4ol_Xos/s960/IMG_20210724_165030_kindlephoto-10199663.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii87dcJW3qNTWFz50VURRHap_Ua1YpdzqTLflsBYsgDC5BrhE4C_bOW3jpJf-5uv0S2ssjcGdlZpeAhxBmGIlhtJwI_FvnpKXuefzxohbOuBWIkAQic92TdIujYHUiq-wtSZBu-4ol_Xos/s320/IMG_20210724_165030_kindlephoto-10199663.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Scoring</b> is done by making an indentation in the paper with a "scoring blade" as shown here on the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/search/paper%20cutter?sort=relevance&ts=1627250573312" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">paper trimmer</a>, or with a scoring tool. Both tools put an even line, an indentation, to be used for a fold. </div><div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglpDtgL2gWGJlwBgr0kwNbUviOTRxD2ympynlUaDshUdT-ZqwePjTz1oR9fYQ1qOTjrm4e8_XHVB7KOmN8zZpzsaXaYH1moq0jASURLJY1A-zrUM0HJkzwY7AENs0odyGY_CxNsXdgDzyb/s782/IMG_20210724_164757_kindlephoto-9470044.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="782" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglpDtgL2gWGJlwBgr0kwNbUviOTRxD2ympynlUaDshUdT-ZqwePjTz1oR9fYQ1qOTjrm4e8_XHVB7KOmN8zZpzsaXaYH1moq0jASURLJY1A-zrUM0HJkzwY7AENs0odyGY_CxNsXdgDzyb/s320/IMG_20210724_164757_kindlephoto-9470044.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjlshs6bPyBFAVmNdYotQETcHLtii17MHZWaizfbGenlQjZT15HwvqB7rqKUZePunGj5obZ02e5aivDFZ_nGryhyphenhyphenKPpKxTV6w_xeETrSpzo92jk9oaACdi5jV80UsMlb0HZfbLDx0iVzEp/s960/IMG_20210724_164826_kindlephoto-9760306.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjlshs6bPyBFAVmNdYotQETcHLtii17MHZWaizfbGenlQjZT15HwvqB7rqKUZePunGj5obZ02e5aivDFZ_nGryhyphenhyphenKPpKxTV6w_xeETrSpzo92jk9oaACdi5jV80UsMlb0HZfbLDx0iVzEp/s320/IMG_20210724_164826_kindlephoto-9760306.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO9-TQG4ULdKMex0NibTFyqb2malX8Tlliu8bp74cmHGOyCf_D0SGXmqWBTT0mUTfJHoH2thZsSsgNgGtqO4bOijE3IM0UK1fxIAcDxJxvjRl4T4ARvUDeINVkDsy0tBxvz5-TnJdNj73Y/s732/IMG_20210724_164847_kindlephoto-9821565.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="469" data-original-width="732" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO9-TQG4ULdKMex0NibTFyqb2malX8Tlliu8bp74cmHGOyCf_D0SGXmqWBTT0mUTfJHoH2thZsSsgNgGtqO4bOijE3IM0UK1fxIAcDxJxvjRl4T4ARvUDeINVkDsy0tBxvz5-TnJdNj73Y/s320/IMG_20210724_164847_kindlephoto-9821565.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Now that you've <b>scored </b>your card, and folded it in half, you have the standard card size used in the United States and is referred to an an A2. Here it is shown with the fold on the top and below, it is shown with the fold on the left. You'll use the measurements of 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" (<a href="https://www.rapidtables.com/convert/length/inch-to-mm.html" target="_blank">convert to metric here</a>) over and over. Its good to know them, as you add layers, since the layers can be cut 1/16th of an inch or 1/8 of an inch smaller, which leaves a small frame around the edge. Look at the first card on the top of this post. You can see the small <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/cardstock-8-1-2x11-cinnamon-cider" target="_blank">Cinnamon Cider</a> color frame around the white.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkKd6M4dG1nMU75FFj21nAx_3XbH8PGnzoM97V2ZZWXOXKWGqJ6CV8YANA7e8p0DuR3rTYNTBb1TNLK2QKlN4SghQfxQeQLPX5oe5E50ND4jNecDKtqFVYlGEiU4ulQujzB9xbfM3W2mjc/s691/IMG_20210724_164847_kindlephoto-9977318.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="691" data-original-width="421" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkKd6M4dG1nMU75FFj21nAx_3XbH8PGnzoM97V2ZZWXOXKWGqJ6CV8YANA7e8p0DuR3rTYNTBb1TNLK2QKlN4SghQfxQeQLPX5oe5E50ND4jNecDKtqFVYlGEiU4ulQujzB9xbfM3W2mjc/s320/IMG_20210724_164847_kindlephoto-9977318.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">All white cards - cardstock and embellishments - are beautiful for any occasion or holiday. Beginner card makers can design and assemble cards without purchasing many cardstock colors or inks. This card uses a white layer with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/timeworn-type-3d-embossing-folder" target="_blank">Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder</a> on Basic White Cardstock, cut a fraction smaller than the A2 card size.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/detailed-pumpkins-dies-" target="_blank">Detailed Pumpkin Dies</a> are available August 3, 2021, in the <a href="https://susanboback.stampinup.net/special" target="_blank">July-December 2021 Mini Catalog</a>. (If purchased during August or September 2021, a $50 purchase before tax and shipping will qualify for free stamp sets or Designer Series Paper, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/sales-specials/sale-a-bration" target="_blank">Sale A Bration.</a>)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhle0qAez_Y27szHAfxTLxNKahmVNgh5YhOrQnSxYibFGmtFYNHo8HufusRl9VZPIRtVyCwjSw-vnc1Ev4dK8WuS2KHebCcrJwkPllDNlgQ7fJGQgZf4O5mTXyBF4zcNSxC98uqYbS2CoRC/s614/IMG_20210724_174956_kindlephoto-10503866.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="614" data-original-width="431" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhle0qAez_Y27szHAfxTLxNKahmVNgh5YhOrQnSxYibFGmtFYNHo8HufusRl9VZPIRtVyCwjSw-vnc1Ev4dK8WuS2KHebCcrJwkPllDNlgQ7fJGQgZf4O5mTXyBF4zcNSxC98uqYbS2CoRC/s320/IMG_20210724_174956_kindlephoto-10503866.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Cut a vine, leaf or flower to build the design on the front. Here I added a pumpkin.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizV7_EzJ8FPHQvpWX-LPqVSRimFTBRQuFDGgCzDefyq1phSpLeKVnrZeD767mR_ogDOSi5-O-1RqP1qnFcxll5_v1sn47KvmUPmZulrOyUulAS4tP4wd7gl9Kf4XSjRTXRG7KIT7Ry2SRJ/s628/IMG_20210724_175042_kindlephoto-10737178.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="470" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizV7_EzJ8FPHQvpWX-LPqVSRimFTBRQuFDGgCzDefyq1phSpLeKVnrZeD767mR_ogDOSi5-O-1RqP1qnFcxll5_v1sn47KvmUPmZulrOyUulAS4tP4wd7gl9Kf4XSjRTXRG7KIT7Ry2SRJ/s320/IMG_20210724_175042_kindlephoto-10737178.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Or put a bird in the vine,</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipEVaX32KcYa-JVBmvSSUyTJJwDhqPfiUXc9DpDSscg1UD7DNGhUT1U82B-rQep1DqsMt46Tm74bkvgQp1mkcoSoBgAYGJIHm-ruF_DPJunvZseRkwJDjgpyj8_1XHJ_c274yfMNL0cUnz/s604/IMG_20210724_175103_kindlephoto-10864259.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="469" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipEVaX32KcYa-JVBmvSSUyTJJwDhqPfiUXc9DpDSscg1UD7DNGhUT1U82B-rQep1DqsMt46Tm74bkvgQp1mkcoSoBgAYGJIHm-ruF_DPJunvZseRkwJDjgpyj8_1XHJ_c274yfMNL0cUnz/s320/IMG_20210724_175103_kindlephoto-10864259.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Or move the vine to the right side and add a dragonfly.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7RnBEYy2-kvKsAKHqgAGtZG8O1Rhoak8ePGczkBMV2qvlortx9BCIw6GzXpvKdyhfCJ1e0o9EvsYsI0q2Zp80RUMX2U2vWOroZyPFzPspipSbvjRebnS82GWIIL2r6eP-PNUnu5BJr3xY/s572/IMG_20210724_175151_kindlephoto-10905067.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="572" data-original-width="418" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7RnBEYy2-kvKsAKHqgAGtZG8O1Rhoak8ePGczkBMV2qvlortx9BCIw6GzXpvKdyhfCJ1e0o9EvsYsI0q2Zp80RUMX2U2vWOroZyPFzPspipSbvjRebnS82GWIIL2r6eP-PNUnu5BJr3xY/s320/IMG_20210724_175151_kindlephoto-10905067.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>By trimming the embossed white layer by 1/16 or 1/8 inch, you could add a black layer, although it would look beautiful without. You're the artist!</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-rR_fYJbk6yb8Mvi6xPNXNHiVMegSfXPKUgxuLKpAl-XhlmJTwwW_GCTffMsl1tBQlrE1YahWY732e9IOtFz6S6RQ9dlQaoXKAIdkO_QXZUt_eFhYmqcnFMIOXMw8Pg5JVMzPdc_FmZB/s649/IMG_20210724_175423_kindlephoto-10946224.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="649" data-original-width="531" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-rR_fYJbk6yb8Mvi6xPNXNHiVMegSfXPKUgxuLKpAl-XhlmJTwwW_GCTffMsl1tBQlrE1YahWY732e9IOtFz6S6RQ9dlQaoXKAIdkO_QXZUt_eFhYmqcnFMIOXMw8Pg5JVMzPdc_FmZB/s320/IMG_20210724_175423_kindlephoto-10946224.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7Y0ndfUn2mnfvbrgVjWakY7pGv4G3XSfmKzgX1VdMymp3u2G1qqhNZLGvpOP4BtotfvK52xsNQzEPFo7yzNvzRzvRcG4BiLVDmA6G9N1ddxFFHp2HkwF1cPoCk1uT8wQj8tvPVHi__cc/s749/IMG_20210724_192247_kindlephoto-11105819.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="749" data-original-width="624" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7Y0ndfUn2mnfvbrgVjWakY7pGv4G3XSfmKzgX1VdMymp3u2G1qqhNZLGvpOP4BtotfvK52xsNQzEPFo7yzNvzRzvRcG4BiLVDmA6G9N1ddxFFHp2HkwF1cPoCk1uT8wQj8tvPVHi__cc/s320/IMG_20210724_192247_kindlephoto-11105819.jpg" /></a></div><p><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p><b><i>Card Idea #2: Tone on Tone with ink.</i></b></p></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOcQUpFe7QiDdqMQ4xeWb-x4mgJEngRbvBItRkSP_P4ShkNjHXJ5Wqcwhi3PNMuHjxoSiA2lWAzKwXuoTfQjAZJA6PSvpZyuhpKZUxGPzgJkGWHnakzSIBgXndOvrK2GIXsCdilEQ0ouG/s890/IMG_20210724_181314_kindlephoto-11325012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="890" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOcQUpFe7QiDdqMQ4xeWb-x4mgJEngRbvBItRkSP_P4ShkNjHXJ5Wqcwhi3PNMuHjxoSiA2lWAzKwXuoTfQjAZJA6PSvpZyuhpKZUxGPzgJkGWHnakzSIBgXndOvrK2GIXsCdilEQ0ouG/s320/IMG_20210724_181314_kindlephoto-11325012.jpg" /></a></p></div></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Using the same cardstock and ink colors, here <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/cardstock-8-1-2-x-11-highland-heather" target="_blank">Highland Heather Cardstock</a> as the layer, and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-pad-highland-heather" target="_blank">Highland Heather Ink</a>, I stamped with the August/September 2021 Sale A Bration stamp set <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/delicate-dahlias-photopolymer-stamp-set-english" target="_blank">"Delicate Dahlias."</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKm3s95BMwp00gzITDKYizYAyx4cbuM7FmbpRHuoF5K5dmZl9DJj5q2eP0XIgjyuYWHT4OY12kqbGiKg4bRsLYN5iIv62QoAg80zFcgMHJhAa99ci_4H3VpaB043VITFkjxJzwY4er1PuT/s890/IMG_20210724_181314_kindlephoto-11457074.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="890" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKm3s95BMwp00gzITDKYizYAyx4cbuM7FmbpRHuoF5K5dmZl9DJj5q2eP0XIgjyuYWHT4OY12kqbGiKg4bRsLYN5iIv62QoAg80zFcgMHJhAa99ci_4H3VpaB043VITFkjxJzwY4er1PuT/s320/IMG_20210724_181314_kindlephoto-11457074.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">To add dimension to this card I stamped the Dahlia on <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/cardstock-vellum-8-1-2-x-11-" target="_blank">vellum</a>. Taking the stylus end on the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/take-your-pick" target="_blank">Take a Pick Tool</a>, I traced each petal on the reverse side. The stamped image is visible through the vellum. This technique works best when outlining on the vellum that is placed on a soft or cushioned mat. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2f_K3tvCJ0Wv1sfVYaxlIq4EijBYotIwjsMIYQ1jV8IVg_5EA-qdysxvOP_J5PAHsfcV2QwAyfWzGG_BisdJJoUp5wyfHndtNZxBeBPqsXx2-M9B_FqLo0Jwgz_sxnmgm83eUTZ3rwkQP/s558/IMG_20210724_181330_kindlephoto-11644010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="542" data-original-width="558" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2f_K3tvCJ0Wv1sfVYaxlIq4EijBYotIwjsMIYQ1jV8IVg_5EA-qdysxvOP_J5PAHsfcV2QwAyfWzGG_BisdJJoUp5wyfHndtNZxBeBPqsXx2-M9B_FqLo0Jwgz_sxnmgm83eUTZ3rwkQP/s320/IMG_20210724_181330_kindlephoto-11644010.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">The vellum Dahlia could be added as another layer of the flower to the design.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">As another option for tone on tone with ink, you could stamp with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/versamark-pad" target="_blank">Versa Mark</a> ink. This is a watermark, clear ink, and will dry clear, so it will look the same color as the cardstock.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN3KmQPymLZ0QMKN5KsOsuhaLrr41pBLXlHtBZ1xH5svba_7tZovIi21BUJUEp-teoXagamLScDOOmnbfEpZX4BPGrYTZgDYdTuVr00jOcMyxYQmWrn6dMz0tEGN4zYfq-cwYojIPMkAMx/s960/IMG_20210724_182016_kindlephoto-11840457.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN3KmQPymLZ0QMKN5KsOsuhaLrr41pBLXlHtBZ1xH5svba_7tZovIi21BUJUEp-teoXagamLScDOOmnbfEpZX4BPGrYTZgDYdTuVr00jOcMyxYQmWrn6dMz0tEGN4zYfq-cwYojIPMkAMx/s320/IMG_20210724_182016_kindlephoto-11840457.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">As noted on the photo, I used <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/dafodill-delight-stampin-blends-combo-pack" target="_blank">Stampin' Blends Alcohol Makers</a> for the centers of the flowers including the vellum Dahlia, and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/products/wink-of-stella-clear-glitter-brush" target="_blank">Wink of Stella glitter brush</a>, to highlight the centers.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOBsbP0KEtXqvEJho-k32aSsZn_SPhqeYFbWwpDaKY0LGuSagyOYrAOkQrwaZLAOYE72rK77MY_CakE99h99kjjA40HfGXYB6YMF253ebVDJycLh8C5RBhush86SGmIABEwiA1mRVZ1AAw/s960/IMG_20210724_182629_kindlephoto-11934365.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOBsbP0KEtXqvEJho-k32aSsZn_SPhqeYFbWwpDaKY0LGuSagyOYrAOkQrwaZLAOYE72rK77MY_CakE99h99kjjA40HfGXYB6YMF253ebVDJycLh8C5RBhush86SGmIABEwiA1mRVZ1AAw/s320/IMG_20210724_182629_kindlephoto-11934365.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">As shown below, I also used clear embossing powder and heat embossed the leaves. With the 2021-2023 Stampin' Write (water based) markers, light green, and the Stampin' Blends, Old Olive, I shaded the leaves. Using the clear embossing powder adds dimension to the leave. See its shine.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSm7CCZtnTmdWbjOdZtJ3uZhzwzOFdYYGwX24e4yyDri1ZsRsUYseYZax-31H8z64PKArdIoGBiROjaVwDS6WHUWtCJhmRF1O90vphGdTfZSj5hFMjIbSien_e7WflvCllmBRxH4qvnDon/s960/IMG_20210724_190341_kindlephoto-12298215.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSm7CCZtnTmdWbjOdZtJ3uZhzwzOFdYYGwX24e4yyDri1ZsRsUYseYZax-31H8z64PKArdIoGBiROjaVwDS6WHUWtCJhmRF1O90vphGdTfZSj5hFMjIbSien_e7WflvCllmBRxH4qvnDon/s320/IMG_20210724_190341_kindlephoto-12298215.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Add the vellum Dahlia to the card with adhesive glue only in the center so the edges pop up. You can also curl the edges up or down with your bone folder.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiBUvKGbIXS9SHbhtkxXZEHwYfpzQKHWvJpgbd_XlGxJsBh64EmxekmT5jcyK-5wvcd1-lA0L-rJShNB3mQWFqZ18OH6AUt0mqTxM9fW6kzJU3qpklCLQV8oo8QIF6p59-wO_tTeQhk3JV/s960/IMG_20210724_190341_kindlephoto-12523195.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiBUvKGbIXS9SHbhtkxXZEHwYfpzQKHWvJpgbd_XlGxJsBh64EmxekmT5jcyK-5wvcd1-lA0L-rJShNB3mQWFqZ18OH6AUt0mqTxM9fW6kzJU3qpklCLQV8oo8QIF6p59-wO_tTeQhk3JV/s320/IMG_20210724_190341_kindlephoto-12523195.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After using both the ink on the same color cardstock, and the Versamark on colored cardstock, I think I prefer the look of the Versamark.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Make sure to click on the green highlighted words - they are the direct links to the Stampin' Products! I used for these cards.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Post your questions or photos of your versions of the cards in the comments or send me a message. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by! Be Blessed! sb</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-82457914138785439242021-08-08T10:28:00.001-04:002021-08-08T10:28:37.724-04:00CrossBridge Church August 8, 2021<iframe width="480" height="360" src="https://youtube.com/embed/HuVBzvQ3MuQ" frameborder="0"></iframe>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-51797586721474050892021-07-29T08:03:00.003-04:002021-07-29T08:03:29.496-04:00NEW - MINI CATALOG & Kits<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">NEW KIT COLLECTION!</div><p></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px;">With the new Kits Collection, you can now go online and choose from a variety of affordably priced, versatile kits for multiple occasions. For events—where everyone will choose and make their own kit—this allows new (and slightly nervous!) papercrafters to be in control and choose the kit experience that is most comfortable for them. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px; text-align: start;">Each kit will provide step-by-step instructions, giving them an expertly choreographed experience that encourages success and builds creative confidence. Kits are all-inclusive, precut, and ready to use; plus, new kits will be added regularly so be sure to check back often!</p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: proxima_nova_light, sans-serif; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px 0px 9.5px; text-align: start;">Here's one of the kits:</p></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVrqn8YgHvPRv4UFthVcQWgcKK_OMPiUtPffmY7ucnogGUBu0VzHnQ8TlJRfKBXaYokJsKp57UuiXHNt-0f0iNQTlD4phM_w0LGahHDWKNpQXXjj6USDaV3SK2WLr_P09E7z2ax7eeu767/s1200/06.01.21_KIT1_SHAREABLE_KITS_GOLIVE_EN%255B1%255D.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVrqn8YgHvPRv4UFthVcQWgcKK_OMPiUtPffmY7ucnogGUBu0VzHnQ8TlJRfKBXaYokJsKp57UuiXHNt-0f0iNQTlD4phM_w0LGahHDWKNpQXXjj6USDaV3SK2WLr_P09E7z2ax7eeu767/s320/06.01.21_KIT1_SHAREABLE_KITS_GOLIVE_EN%255B1%255D.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Click on the link below in the bottom of the left margin, to learn more about these kits. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Available June 1. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><i>And with the new <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/" target="_blank">Mini Catalog</a> starting August 3, there's a new line of Christmas kits. When you buy from the mini catalogue in August and September, your $50+ purchases will qualify you for free stamp sets and Designer Series Paper that you won't find anywhere else.</i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Kits are perfect for gifts or for someone who has no supplies to begin making because the kits come with everything needed. So if you are a stamper or a crafter you'll find a kit designed just for your interests!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">NEW - Mini Catalog and Sale A Bration rewards and Kits. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thanks for stopping by. Be blessed! sb</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-54845785418871773922021-07-25T17:14:00.004-04:002021-07-25T17:14:42.382-04:00#Pick 6 and Simple Card Layouts<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">#PICK 6! a Stampin' Up! Pattern</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pick 6 pieces of 6x6 inch double sided paper. Designer Series Paper - DSP - works well for this as all the colors are coordinated with cardstock, ink, markers, ribbons and embellishments.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi01uHcFlvmqfuFLRRE2ygP3Uiztsx4pmbDLdhodhbkd-XIgxsh-lvOO_odG31Wq4nes_wOVa1bUjfZDjOXVC8gRCkcn39j8sBYljzO7rKaY-lu6Nm6BbZSJAFq1aejnqdo4NB5aQswIcGN/s671/IMG_20210722_210228_kindlephoto-27687658.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="671" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi01uHcFlvmqfuFLRRE2ygP3Uiztsx4pmbDLdhodhbkd-XIgxsh-lvOO_odG31Wq4nes_wOVa1bUjfZDjOXVC8gRCkcn39j8sBYljzO7rKaY-lu6Nm6BbZSJAFq1aejnqdo4NB5aQswIcGN/s320/IMG_20210722_210228_kindlephoto-27687658.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Cut six pieces of DSP exactly like this pattern. Using each of the sections, 1-6, combine the pieces from all six pieces to make approximately 14 cards. Embellish or leave simply made.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcOhUKWsVbGQHN5pBwTtcY9m39f0KRIPwZUilvUVsXu1SOsCW7foIFipGVPQOgxbe0oUTMxAPPqRKWk2HBJ7jlLv-FM6xUwb1vlx8iT9SyPilmZOHHtp-Th5qpKXTTkN7dQyuU7_IGzq2U/s960/IMG_20210721_074901.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcOhUKWsVbGQHN5pBwTtcY9m39f0KRIPwZUilvUVsXu1SOsCW7foIFipGVPQOgxbe0oUTMxAPPqRKWk2HBJ7jlLv-FM6xUwb1vlx8iT9SyPilmZOHHtp-Th5qpKXTTkN7dQyuU7_IGzq2U/s320/IMG_20210721_074901.jpg" /></a></div>This card uses pattern #3. It looks like a mini quilt square, and is made with 2 squares attached to each other by cutting a slit half way into the center on each. Find the center/cutting point by folding to a point.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULcxVGFpasfDJNDzfE6jlFl6WB7ejwYrx1GPRAnVHuVlz1Eyi5fJpZKCC-DIw1kv4Y0lYebBPEuRJj5UxfYVt9eBCyP_c0ZLn7rQlOQ-wO2bpxwWxi7mgopCsVl7saHbil-sU_YssVJ7h/s960/IMG_20210721_075149.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULcxVGFpasfDJNDzfE6jlFl6WB7ejwYrx1GPRAnVHuVlz1Eyi5fJpZKCC-DIw1kv4Y0lYebBPEuRJj5UxfYVt9eBCyP_c0ZLn7rQlOQ-wO2bpxwWxi7mgopCsVl7saHbil-sU_YssVJ7h/s320/IMG_20210721_075149.jpg" /></a></div>Then cut each in at 1 3/4" (half of each 2 1/2" square). Slide the squares together at the slits. Fold opposite quarters in half, revealing the print on the other side, and rearrange until you're happy with how they look. This paper is white on one side. Glue the folded pieces down on both sides and trim, if necessary, so the square is even.<div><br /></div><div>Here is a closer look at finding the center and cutting half way in, then folding over the pieces. I used a bright color so it would be easier to see the slit and folds.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivrC-XaFHoTA41zkAxJu8Wgsli0Cx3D9jn5sY-eEIVRwqp_9z5jafpliQgIcEv6vHjbJ1jvEOJ4xdI5D83o-H_YCovmdVGrg2y-HtbNVoY0qBmv_nYXPNdWi0NQP2IRnv7pNZWxPye3PlM/s464/IMG_20210722_212233_kindlephoto-29045363.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="464" height="281" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivrC-XaFHoTA41zkAxJu8Wgsli0Cx3D9jn5sY-eEIVRwqp_9z5jafpliQgIcEv6vHjbJ1jvEOJ4xdI5D83o-H_YCovmdVGrg2y-HtbNVoY0qBmv_nYXPNdWi0NQP2IRnv7pNZWxPye3PlM/w262-h281/IMG_20210722_212233_kindlephoto-29045363.jpg" width="262" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1UaE-1X7t6i1oXvii3mA4uwZMeDQ5vHRo0M6N8m4kMOD_y-EjazOza4C7tY-1YvK8djDsei-arWqR0ai9OZlSWrZg9gKY7bOVS-9X-k5RF76k0TUceUJhANWhgTeUKxjwUFrOJ1kTCLEm/s509/IMG_20210722_212251_kindlephoto-29075354.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="496" data-original-width="509" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1UaE-1X7t6i1oXvii3mA4uwZMeDQ5vHRo0M6N8m4kMOD_y-EjazOza4C7tY-1YvK8djDsei-arWqR0ai9OZlSWrZg9gKY7bOVS-9X-k5RF76k0TUceUJhANWhgTeUKxjwUFrOJ1kTCLEm/s320/IMG_20210722_212251_kindlephoto-29075354.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs_6lOy3OJONw0iLKBAlOEE8oQySmTZIESFiun8I6gmLhqqCXhyphenhyphenNqpywW7uVt7K7EOBA6U7Vlq4xlsDkPfZHE_Bp6YjG1Pg5lfQYztcOTpT3fBwOg4SEcIqhosIRe3PzW_gN5895b7uuXI/s547/IMG_20210722_212354_kindlephoto-29099583.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="547" data-original-width="524" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs_6lOy3OJONw0iLKBAlOEE8oQySmTZIESFiun8I6gmLhqqCXhyphenhyphenNqpywW7uVt7K7EOBA6U7Vlq4xlsDkPfZHE_Bp6YjG1Pg5lfQYztcOTpT3fBwOg4SEcIqhosIRe3PzW_gN5895b7uuXI/s320/IMG_20210722_212354_kindlephoto-29099583.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgum30OfTajFIHn7E9nZgQisOlexB7qf0bUy7sMc3dkrserf7XlNqT8JqzL6NJkjJmjn7HBQKNKahADGFoclpKzQikC4dBV_0oy2ThdPThWT2PghebeivJKLwoJabT1GuRGznuQZDaeiaaE/s960/IMG_20210722_212441_burst_01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgum30OfTajFIHn7E9nZgQisOlexB7qf0bUy7sMc3dkrserf7XlNqT8JqzL6NJkjJmjn7HBQKNKahADGFoclpKzQikC4dBV_0oy2ThdPThWT2PghebeivJKLwoJabT1GuRGznuQZDaeiaaE/s320/IMG_20210722_212441_burst_01.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This is where flipping the pieces over and trying the other sides together matters. Not all patterned papers look good together, or maybe you don't want white as your reverse side.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wj1uYRVHUv0NjflNvZVP35plzKArHgHkBQNEj5ffyKJZWKtu2g-UR0TQXsw-4GaD95uYI__mSwIJD5vm1BTFgErvVB4MJEK3odhFJ__uC1cgZu0cTMpP3EdqCKhN6pHhMg40eRoSSyPt/s960/IMG_20210721_075656.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wj1uYRVHUv0NjflNvZVP35plzKArHgHkBQNEj5ffyKJZWKtu2g-UR0TQXsw-4GaD95uYI__mSwIJD5vm1BTFgErvVB4MJEK3odhFJ__uC1cgZu0cTMpP3EdqCKhN6pHhMg40eRoSSyPt/s320/IMG_20210721_075656.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Use a tacky glue to adhere both front and back, folded pieces together.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtyT9tDjdIejHbV-VAIipLP7wVpjmHB9irokYPNigjP0wHDEy7iaYJ47LxAzy6MuH556-GRyZeQ_kkUfGylYbtkz-1mcZvf0ew8SP8KVY5l9SY20o7jjbsSxA77oy5wCzyNAwhp6gVqVqW/s960/IMG_20210721_075602.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtyT9tDjdIejHbV-VAIipLP7wVpjmHB9irokYPNigjP0wHDEy7iaYJ47LxAzy6MuH556-GRyZeQ_kkUfGylYbtkz-1mcZvf0ew8SP8KVY5l9SY20o7jjbsSxA77oy5wCzyNAwhp6gVqVqW/s320/IMG_20210721_075602.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Place on the front of your card, layering with a solid color if you wish. (not shown)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>This next simple card layout uses a 4x6 piece of DSP and a contrasting strip of paper. Add a sentiment and embellish with ribbon.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNyrX_WSSR7yZQMmtZnZgSzZ3MrJD4G69cQRqtMJlcPu7LmWTW3fHJbt6L54DeiQypm8oXw3GEUZI15WEkXKFt2a5dcxpnHOcrrQFFCNj1sZVBR2DWCTGxZFz5Aud8M54By5ibPDt4RNru/s960/IMG_20210721_081748.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNyrX_WSSR7yZQMmtZnZgSzZ3MrJD4G69cQRqtMJlcPu7LmWTW3fHJbt6L54DeiQypm8oXw3GEUZI15WEkXKFt2a5dcxpnHOcrrQFFCNj1sZVBR2DWCTGxZFz5Aud8M54By5ibPDt4RNru/s320/IMG_20210721_081748.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Use a 2x3 piece of DSP in center. Embellish or add a sentiment or layer with vellum to mute the colors.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZjHylbP1AP3uNE-OhygFOBMjWe7RSyebKaE6LOzZobf9tRg3P84-VIl1heFKaavP55tZi4WP647ottZXE2GQIN-K1u1tQyd6cEg1F0DyGma5jkbivVB2ueZhwsfsO9YxkX5GQsagfrVM/s960/IMG_20210721_083304.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZjHylbP1AP3uNE-OhygFOBMjWe7RSyebKaE6LOzZobf9tRg3P84-VIl1heFKaavP55tZi4WP647ottZXE2GQIN-K1u1tQyd6cEg1F0DyGma5jkbivVB2ueZhwsfsO9YxkX5GQsagfrVM/s320/IMG_20210721_083304.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxj0QmS_aMQ0COe7cj18mJugdFfGrCcKKLBCOs5JgROgqcgUy-HO2UBkTJtiFCQR81wPtqFzXN9ck2o7OfW7uYkusCUOzpYWc7V0eCNv_qXKn_1nzQ66t7wqiA12WmFtrnPTijGjRnqdGo/s960/IMG_20210721_083613.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxj0QmS_aMQ0COe7cj18mJugdFfGrCcKKLBCOs5JgROgqcgUy-HO2UBkTJtiFCQR81wPtqFzXN9ck2o7OfW7uYkusCUOzpYWc7V0eCNv_qXKn_1nzQ66t7wqiA12WmFtrnPTijGjRnqdGo/s320/IMG_20210721_083613.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Color gingham ribbon with a coordinated marker. I find alcohol markers work the best because they dry quickly. Use mini glue dots or a fine tip ended glue to fasten. Add a flower and sentiment and your greeting is ready to send and share.<div>Enjoy making these simple card layouts. Then send them along their way to brighten someone's day!</div><div><br /></div><div>All of these products can be found at my online store, www.susanboback.stampinup.net. Send me an email if you are a first time customer, July/August of 2021, so I can thank you with a discount.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'd love to know if you're using the ideas and patterns found here at Serenitea-sb. Post your card in the comment.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks for stopping by! Be blessed! sb<br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixo-u_Joc_cOsMC0EtUN-j_G1G7GvgErv8r2B6G0apRkr_TdwxED7dAuWO-b2rgHchZlPpSTwcs6l3j_K9v3M6NnFO2dkQdrfLQOlBrIxTn0puqt5QAEF9U__qyoj-8-awiXz8gDuYUinR/s960/IMG_20210721_085208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixo-u_Joc_cOsMC0EtUN-j_G1G7GvgErv8r2B6G0apRkr_TdwxED7dAuWO-b2rgHchZlPpSTwcs6l3j_K9v3M6NnFO2dkQdrfLQOlBrIxTn0puqt5QAEF9U__qyoj-8-awiXz8gDuYUinR/s320/IMG_20210721_085208.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <p></p></div></div></div></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-32175497241239317582021-07-22T08:17:00.000-04:002021-07-22T08:17:01.359-04:00Christmas in July & Sale A Bration<p> Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog goes LIVE August 3, 2021</p><p>Here are a few card samples I made from the Whimsy & Wonder, Designer Series Paper - DSP - and Happy Holly-Days Suite, punch and Cling Stamp set and Time worn Type 3D Embossing Folder.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZSrEUqAhfxlb2fYc1noPKWQ4-lEzHOC7nQbL4tn_2TrSMdPeIqBV-LAYq1FiwP2rUsa7ORaMuHsQOTMc-LHgapXMZEqR3TUIdWcIQv6x9cZKa5tydWGfDM_AeIt9f6RSlQQXMMa4AqNJH/s960/IMG_20210717_232832_kindlephoto-16679226.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZSrEUqAhfxlb2fYc1noPKWQ4-lEzHOC7nQbL4tn_2TrSMdPeIqBV-LAYq1FiwP2rUsa7ORaMuHsQOTMc-LHgapXMZEqR3TUIdWcIQv6x9cZKa5tydWGfDM_AeIt9f6RSlQQXMMa4AqNJH/s320/IMG_20210717_232832_kindlephoto-16679226.jpg" /></a></div> This card pattern is a Tower Card with the fun new DSP Designer Series Paper Whimsy Wonder.<p></p><p>I CASEd (Copy and share Everything) the idea for this bird card from Jo Blackman, another Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGmL6GA4YBrwN-rgHs2sHjARa1tEQhp2WT0Z0alYO476Jl4ko1p-dZsgKMg-Wc98p78hzCUD7YN5lI3QBTNZhw6VR4bXAXq3gDNeox8eujmBztFY1yY8q_W34ODDBSp6yO-Wtbr6pKXHuq/s960/IMG_20210714_115016_kindlephoto-97598409.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGmL6GA4YBrwN-rgHs2sHjARa1tEQhp2WT0Z0alYO476Jl4ko1p-dZsgKMg-Wc98p78hzCUD7YN5lI3QBTNZhw6VR4bXAXq3gDNeox8eujmBztFY1yY8q_W34ODDBSp6yO-Wtbr6pKXHuq/s320/IMG_20210714_115016_kindlephoto-97598409.jpg" /></a></div> Card base is Evening Evergreen cardstock, A2 size card, 5 1/2 by 4 1/4.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim4xe8SzLa2aji5r76D9Q6oalVPAAJPQbdJxOiaiJRZsPnVNOT-_oekG1afoAhdHdv8Hv9WTxEzrMAf4drpTmvUgOxoJNKrJI9SE5Gf3Hno03Do63JMn_dUVLrJbB8qmRuNQVWym1N8tJk/s960/IMG_20210714_073550_kindlephoto-97670872.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim4xe8SzLa2aji5r76D9Q6oalVPAAJPQbdJxOiaiJRZsPnVNOT-_oekG1afoAhdHdv8Hv9WTxEzrMAf4drpTmvUgOxoJNKrJI9SE5Gf3Hno03Do63JMn_dUVLrJbB8qmRuNQVWym1N8tJk/s320/IMG_20210714_073550_kindlephoto-97670872.jpg" /></a></div>Card base is Garden Green cardstock and punched with Holly-days punch.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS512wUuM49Dihl4GBeux-9wnbbEPzK7uQoYatxC9Rh3oi-s0NhaJ8_PkgJGFvIdWw2ncF_NQg7t877qQsMMGPZnnk_2GmkUtdQNK45SfC7x3cImOBQ_q9oHOKvjvvaFqP_j0Uk6bTYawi/s960/IMG_20210714_072704.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS512wUuM49Dihl4GBeux-9wnbbEPzK7uQoYatxC9Rh3oi-s0NhaJ8_PkgJGFvIdWw2ncF_NQg7t877qQsMMGPZnnk_2GmkUtdQNK45SfC7x3cImOBQ_q9oHOKvjvvaFqP_j0Uk6bTYawi/s320/IMG_20210714_072704.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9JwITwlqb7njZT37l-bQONe-1Qo89ZHYeZncNkwTMEFoD41NhehzwU3ItSDnX5_6q_q4R1cfjuJoJSbBgGB_CNReXI2W38tEwLy_7NnjHmP2ZIsu-XDllpNYfWuARsl9f1G9y8xLU58_s/s960/IMG_20210714_070723_kindlephoto-97766091.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9JwITwlqb7njZT37l-bQONe-1Qo89ZHYeZncNkwTMEFoD41NhehzwU3ItSDnX5_6q_q4R1cfjuJoJSbBgGB_CNReXI2W38tEwLy_7NnjHmP2ZIsu-XDllpNYfWuARsl9f1G9y8xLU58_s/s320/IMG_20210714_070723_kindlephoto-97766091.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Inks used are Old Olive, Real Red, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso rubbed across the embossed image background made by Music, and Time worn Type 3D Embossing Folders.<p></p><p>Clear Embossing powder for the bird then filled in with Stamp in' Write, and Blends markers in Dark Old Olive, Garden Green, Lt. Soft Shade and Lt. Daffodils Delight. </p><p>Bird is hand cut.</p><p>Greens and tans also used for the holly leaves punched out of white.</p><p>Mossy Meadow braided trim, stretched apart.</p><p>Real Red cardstock</p><p>Basic White Cardstock</p><p>Real Red and Old Olive ink drop spritzed with water, then flicked with paint brush for speckled background.</p><p>Mini Glue Dots were used to attach bird, braid and holly.</p><p>Tombo Liquid Glue is the adhesive.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeFfMugV718iXCgPpChyphenhyphenBO1SAAI2Dq6KmDHJOK-Cir_ZRTysYVSclj_EVQ22wQxe3a7MUMhyphenhyphenu5u199aNGawYfgEVJ5UYFUh8g3dUrl368F8NhyILlyM7hXK0kjXU1WOOLYEQTrUO8oR65R/s960/IMG_20210714_070428_kindlephoto-97938041.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeFfMugV718iXCgPpChyphenhyphenBO1SAAI2Dq6KmDHJOK-Cir_ZRTysYVSclj_EVQ22wQxe3a7MUMhyphenhyphenu5u199aNGawYfgEVJ5UYFUh8g3dUrl368F8NhyILlyM7hXK0kjXU1WOOLYEQTrUO8oR65R/s320/IMG_20210714_070428_kindlephoto-97938041.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzWES2_P32iXEBfFgCasy0zjMsZGqlcTKeI9V5QRuyc8SwkqM-7kM2CoBzmmIyw_SENfxr-nlgpDo6rRJfbdM1a5BfoUl1d2XwlP7EoWKJV3rivIo7PwZwvhsvoVBw2iaZ4utw7feTmbiC/s960/IMG_20210714_065546_kindlephoto-97874744.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzWES2_P32iXEBfFgCasy0zjMsZGqlcTKeI9V5QRuyc8SwkqM-7kM2CoBzmmIyw_SENfxr-nlgpDo6rRJfbdM1a5BfoUl1d2XwlP7EoWKJV3rivIo7PwZwvhsvoVBw2iaZ4utw7feTmbiC/s320/IMG_20210714_065546_kindlephoto-97874744.jpg" /></a></div>Woodland Texture trees embossing folder is the background here. (Stampin' Up! retired folder)<p></p><p><br /></p><p>Learn how you can earn free stamp sets and beautifully coordinated DSP with a $50 order in August and September. Or get a Discount as my new customer.</p><p>Visit my webpage to see these products. Contact me about a Beginner Card Making Class.</p><p>www.susanboback.stampinup.net</p><p>View cards from class on this blog.</p><p><br /></p><p>Thanks for stopping by. Let's cheer up the world, one card at a time! Be blessed! sb</p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-22586406493171038562021-07-09T08:51:00.000-04:002021-07-09T08:51:11.416-04:00Card kits for Susie<p> Susie is my niece but we haven't seen each other much in the last 20 years. She's coming to visit this summer - to Northern Michigan from Arizona via Boston and southern Michigan. So I thought, "why not gift her a card kit complete with the instructions?" Her birthday is in a month anyway.</p><p>Susie and I visited for a few hours but that's not enough ever! I decided to post the suggested ideas on this blog so Susie can access them from where ever. Susie: this is for you! And, Happy Birthday!</p><p>These four cards have simple cut outs. Keeping it simple is using whatever materials you have to assemble a similar card. "Let the paper do the work" is our concept - your card does not have to be complicated to be meaningful, beautiful to others. I tell my class, "You are the artist! Make it how you want it to be!" </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7UytMqpltaGd7u8ixDL7lzjvf4hJzwSbsZ2cdmjVmd_0jptkhusl7Im7TVUTvalcnQenb2QOQWU4KKUzCkS03-ZEY3Nl_1zgFHUdfoqglUpXUmWgiObGTfqKMqwn4BxQtLQ4o4729Qxnw/s960/IMG_20210626_063158.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7UytMqpltaGd7u8ixDL7lzjvf4hJzwSbsZ2cdmjVmd_0jptkhusl7Im7TVUTvalcnQenb2QOQWU4KKUzCkS03-ZEY3Nl_1zgFHUdfoqglUpXUmWgiObGTfqKMqwn4BxQtLQ4o4729Qxnw/s320/IMG_20210626_063158.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Here is one finished card by just adding a few coordinated pieces. The pieces and ideas for this simple but cheerful card are found below. <div><br /></div><div>Next these photos are one of the kit cards from the new Stampin' Up! card kits.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCP8dBzazs-LAlA_dOCQOW7Sz1vyz87uQ_HjP91uh5CO1eP8l4kY8-LYn6m0suQ5ZHvhyU7vVLq3RUoAfR7Ndk1Lklpv0p-bqO60jjzzSEmdPr90kKtKxs1nHf3-aTrrThmovnwnEfu8T-/s960/IMG_20210626_063421.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCP8dBzazs-LAlA_dOCQOW7Sz1vyz87uQ_HjP91uh5CO1eP8l4kY8-LYn6m0suQ5ZHvhyU7vVLq3RUoAfR7Ndk1Lklpv0p-bqO60jjzzSEmdPr90kKtKxs1nHf3-aTrrThmovnwnEfu8T-/s320/IMG_20210626_063421.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgevsKcluv7uVwupa87vm9dlT2NPqdnG7I4_bHOHy3fYugqu0qht53Fm5LLQqYXouwzcAlJkHlNoy4_qNJ4ITcDWPsgNvMi4y-qC2yjBQSVqIUU1HqOiur_VVFTKIIAGVY2YkRNTTsr5KDe/s960/IMG_20210626_063437.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgevsKcluv7uVwupa87vm9dlT2NPqdnG7I4_bHOHy3fYugqu0qht53Fm5LLQqYXouwzcAlJkHlNoy4_qNJ4ITcDWPsgNvMi4y-qC2yjBQSVqIUU1HqOiur_VVFTKIIAGVY2YkRNTTsr5KDe/s320/IMG_20210626_063437.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The 2 pictures above show the inside space of this unique Post Kit. No stamping is involved.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEyZRO44oif6QNJxnvI8_eDHWSv3fP1S5fvBJ7sWjVk_uvRSFo3JdPiuf9-KUOeysWvCTiBF6WnRzfv9TC_ne2MFN7JW3IsKs4hqX4j07ePAmOlmZsFGuK63iT6fRaNjJSBoBOyMXKq1Z0/s960/IMG_20210626_063521.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEyZRO44oif6QNJxnvI8_eDHWSv3fP1S5fvBJ7sWjVk_uvRSFo3JdPiuf9-KUOeysWvCTiBF6WnRzfv9TC_ne2MFN7JW3IsKs4hqX4j07ePAmOlmZsFGuK63iT6fRaNjJSBoBOyMXKq1Z0/s320/IMG_20210626_063521.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The front of the card shows the "mail slot" where a pre made note card slips in. The sections are attached with Tear and Tape. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-SqKZsHS-6U7FsOLCmUd4zV_oSK_Cs6e4NVI_-NlVv9NF38Kxy6amwxpbo51Q1W4jPXuP43tLvZ3cmDGcGvtsWLDgB-8P25_sYCdrVV7y7wnzev9QE98DelyC8BCdrsQeeG_f1rbe2b7/s960/IMG_20210626_063541.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-SqKZsHS-6U7FsOLCmUd4zV_oSK_Cs6e4NVI_-NlVv9NF38Kxy6amwxpbo51Q1W4jPXuP43tLvZ3cmDGcGvtsWLDgB-8P25_sYCdrVV7y7wnzev9QE98DelyC8BCdrsQeeG_f1rbe2b7/s320/IMG_20210626_063541.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>In addition there is a space inside for a note from the sender. It folds in half and with the use of this envelope, send it on its way. Use a first class stamp. (Remember that any additional padding or increase in thickness beyond 1/4 inch will increase the postage by ounce.)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKLXxEKupTtL4VN92p_nTHkWFr1qVrLyVwaV6_Wyv9kLrkLv3FVOsiSZs7yFRpm7AiwQaJQXD5h8Mx-4RQePWPi7ru2Jc8MoQDBytvYciXLnmEK0QXgmE1AF1F-yWl5CGo1y1CrvnsY4z7/s960/IMG_20210626_063604.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKLXxEKupTtL4VN92p_nTHkWFr1qVrLyVwaV6_Wyv9kLrkLv3FVOsiSZs7yFRpm7AiwQaJQXD5h8Mx-4RQePWPi7ru2Jc8MoQDBytvYciXLnmEK0QXgmE1AF1F-yWl5CGo1y1CrvnsY4z7/s320/IMG_20210626_063604.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguseQmfqKHk4f2v8F5Ujyj98Ez_A_qcFfekEsXxL0J6-uJ0h4hLh5lLVcRlozxZH1_SdTotcoElGXfYeo3k4rKIHmeSjNyVPtSFuY5hFuCtDUgQdxIR00h3o33a9YUy3yTqZh6Sumk_C2p/s960/IMG_20210626_063623.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguseQmfqKHk4f2v8F5Ujyj98Ez_A_qcFfekEsXxL0J6-uJ0h4hLh5lLVcRlozxZH1_SdTotcoElGXfYeo3k4rKIHmeSjNyVPtSFuY5hFuCtDUgQdxIR00h3o33a9YUy3yTqZh6Sumk_C2p/s320/IMG_20210626_063623.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This card is planned with these die cuts with Tear and tape. Peel off the layer as shown on the back of the pink flower. It should be enough to attach each piece securely.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTmIzpxIiRUY-iFRpq6x17C8oxR1ALE7ntUPg6AZ1HcZkN2XrzKrnTQLzs7gBwRmIky1HRkDnHAvQVlKlUFeWcoENozA3A5LjDTlx2yWs-eSLfT64KiVj6frTvST885P3s_pG6TlGfi6r6/s960/IMG_20210626_063856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTmIzpxIiRUY-iFRpq6x17C8oxR1ALE7ntUPg6AZ1HcZkN2XrzKrnTQLzs7gBwRmIky1HRkDnHAvQVlKlUFeWcoENozA3A5LjDTlx2yWs-eSLfT64KiVj6frTvST885P3s_pG6TlGfi6r6/s320/IMG_20210626_063856.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If you're making cards with your own supplies, I recommend using Tombow Mono Liquid Glue. A little goes a long way, such as a dot or squiggle the size of thread.</div><div>For example, 75 card fronts and many more cards were assembled with one 25g or .88 oz container. </div><div>The adhesive shown is Tear and Tape.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1KbbiaoTN3Eyf0gGTuxmUuxLqCdAOq3soF3_pgYOvZkIMC9ku20hWGX9yyqHHPCkkN6gJVNJKfeAstwCOlNrK_QfwWcZ7n3n-gW40fxpz0DqwjjlfiK3FiljRwMUwlnb6q2y6kwOC1sO/s960/IMG_20210626_064840.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1KbbiaoTN3Eyf0gGTuxmUuxLqCdAOq3soF3_pgYOvZkIMC9ku20hWGX9yyqHHPCkkN6gJVNJKfeAstwCOlNrK_QfwWcZ7n3n-gW40fxpz0DqwjjlfiK3FiljRwMUwlnb6q2y6kwOC1sO/s320/IMG_20210626_064840.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>As shown in the very first photo, this card is from the paper pumpkin kit which is a monthly subscription, no experience or supplies needed.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbaBaQ4VarI-qBgUBeUeaTyeEW58xx3jmpmwR88eCk1zcenRa81Ntl7nsXNMje3LABPrZ3J7CUleuaZf3JfIdaCKW7RAs1yQgFikt1txj6TsRlkINa-VR_KUYKalwZi90OLidJeZAdqgdD/s960/IMG_20210626_065107.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbaBaQ4VarI-qBgUBeUeaTyeEW58xx3jmpmwR88eCk1zcenRa81Ntl7nsXNMje3LABPrZ3J7CUleuaZf3JfIdaCKW7RAs1yQgFikt1txj6TsRlkINa-VR_KUYKalwZi90OLidJeZAdqgdD/s320/IMG_20210626_065107.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMY2-iY3CLCiacp19Rz_HExZu9SVp0rraYFjqS2PFYBjUS0yql4vA-bZeO6k1njWx2FwTHu0r9PUN0NYRLKHunQnRJhq0ymS21f8k8r-Ck3eu6ccyu_gPaT57gVWBYexEAyVwduje6JgMg/s960/IMG_20210626_065127.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMY2-iY3CLCiacp19Rz_HExZu9SVp0rraYFjqS2PFYBjUS0yql4vA-bZeO6k1njWx2FwTHu0r9PUN0NYRLKHunQnRJhq0ymS21f8k8r-Ck3eu6ccyu_gPaT57gVWBYexEAyVwduje6JgMg/s320/IMG_20210626_065127.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhELGSUHqtoDHvJgTLcj2h3wCFmw4_IT3VqkLeFP9AKXQsqy3TRkH4c2jVCzf6dbM6CbwMJHrAOeOp6U7dPuJYBLolGv84EJRjGsWnFwQxo2-Ge6NphXzmWiBtFNUapje-awskODC1Ien7V/s960/IMG_20210626_065157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhELGSUHqtoDHvJgTLcj2h3wCFmw4_IT3VqkLeFP9AKXQsqy3TRkH4c2jVCzf6dbM6CbwMJHrAOeOp6U7dPuJYBLolGv84EJRjGsWnFwQxo2-Ge6NphXzmWiBtFNUapje-awskODC1Ien7V/s320/IMG_20210626_065157.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn-20kBOCYdA2kK9nMSLPyo_RbEE-Ii9JS_tBQpskgyBLUG_FonWQd_mxNTeayCJrGMu5r6O5xCM20dGi4WSgYAWJQc2q_DqyS2RenmKBzH6UoFfsbyHDGrceuhDCVySN318uwT_pa8kwE/s960/IMG_20210626_065244.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn-20kBOCYdA2kK9nMSLPyo_RbEE-Ii9JS_tBQpskgyBLUG_FonWQd_mxNTeayCJrGMu5r6O5xCM20dGi4WSgYAWJQc2q_DqyS2RenmKBzH6UoFfsbyHDGrceuhDCVySN318uwT_pa8kwE/s320/IMG_20210626_065244.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>You're the artist! Use these photos and samples. Design and assemble yours as your creativity inspires you.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXPIHiwZfTfe3Pyf3QRjhT5RJkemMroLcDth1Vlkb2J8nRZZxIpdlh4aT_PrB8XktUaV2LfcPdtjNwzV5E9GKeTgNAWPsUoeoq9fGa5neoHOtZd0Q11rH-ob7upPZWR4rfWRQAdqVZj-v6/s960/IMG_20210626_065318.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXPIHiwZfTfe3Pyf3QRjhT5RJkemMroLcDth1Vlkb2J8nRZZxIpdlh4aT_PrB8XktUaV2LfcPdtjNwzV5E9GKeTgNAWPsUoeoq9fGa5neoHOtZd0Q11rH-ob7upPZWR4rfWRQAdqVZj-v6/s320/IMG_20210626_065318.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>What do your cards look likeSusie? Post a picture. I'd love to see yours!<br /><p><br /></p><p>Some of these are from kits. For more information, ideas and products to create your own cards visit <a href="www.susanboback.stampin'up!.net" target="_blank">My Stampin' Up! Website</a>.</p><p>I'm always available for an internet chat where we can make cards with similar kits from me or Stampin' Up!</p><p>Leave your message here or contact me through messenger.</p><p>Thanks for stopping by. Be blessed. SB</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-10633996379697608022021-07-09T08:15:00.003-04:002021-08-03T07:02:39.037-04:00Its Here! 2021 Mini 🎄 Catalog and Sale-A-Bration!<p><br /></p><p>So who wants to think about Christmas, anyway?</p><p>Today's the day! The Stampin' Up! Mini Catalogs are released twice a year - January - June and July - December. And with each Mini Catalogue, there is a "Sale-A-Bration" small catalogue/flyer that you really want to get your hands on because.........................because with every $50 purchase from the Mini or Annual Catalogue, you'll be rewarded with a free item from the Sale-A-Bration!</p><p>Take a look at the ribbons, Christmas sentiment stamps, punch, harvest and pumpkin embellishments and dies, penguin and holly punches. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmow7JrDapf41INkJDQDkyb9HJF0p-hcq31cJkcQrFCWoh-TnE_PKy98VMMdvLFVEh7VEPGaxOFU0MQTwbG6k4yN-gGfoAc6lIOErNRklPexqjFTt5Itnl5OElyspNia72sG2vq6nE3bEg/s960/IMG_20210709_080104.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmow7JrDapf41INkJDQDkyb9HJF0p-hcq31cJkcQrFCWoh-TnE_PKy98VMMdvLFVEh7VEPGaxOFU0MQTwbG6k4yN-gGfoAc6lIOErNRklPexqjFTt5Itnl5OElyspNia72sG2vq6nE3bEg/s320/IMG_20210709_080104.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidWJFXuBoUBx56YrxAiFj8-e6KdA_wGIiAof3jHXRtwwGfLZloNo6rUnVXMNajVo5Hp9bLvnst0LxaQxK-KbSws2bg7zlHx65-Kw-LODXrl5sDkcpwmQVo6xp7ElxWQKrGak4FcgRN4nhT/s960/IMG_20210709_080211.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidWJFXuBoUBx56YrxAiFj8-e6KdA_wGIiAof3jHXRtwwGfLZloNo6rUnVXMNajVo5Hp9bLvnst0LxaQxK-KbSws2bg7zlHx65-Kw-LODXrl5sDkcpwmQVo6xp7ElxWQKrGak4FcgRN4nhT/s320/IMG_20210709_080211.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyZqeXmYgyCn-jl0Sfdf377Esp1VWMjnSUoyIx4kSDCNdB6PqSiUsV04qsIdc7H7nzHP-lB0KMHPSyWp-T7aPViNZ6F-lpHDtnTDi8JWy6flQxg52l-560PZkqsEYB8CBTg4PP9Norj8Im/s960/IMG_20210709_080457.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyZqeXmYgyCn-jl0Sfdf377Esp1VWMjnSUoyIx4kSDCNdB6PqSiUsV04qsIdc7H7nzHP-lB0KMHPSyWp-T7aPViNZ6F-lpHDtnTDi8JWy6flQxg52l-560PZkqsEYB8CBTg4PP9Norj8Im/s320/IMG_20210709_080457.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /><div>You can take advantage of seeing all the products and ideas by visiting my <a href="http://www.susan.boback.stampinup.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stampin' Up! Website</a>. You might even decide you want to get discounts on a regular basis and order early before other customers.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://Www.susan.boback.stampinup.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join my Team Save 20% with first order! </a><br /></div><p>How exciting is that? That's what makes great incentive - to look at your wish list, because now's the time to order so you can award yourself with new!</p><p><b>Fall/Christmas/Winter are the key words, play and discover are the actions and FREE is the plan!</b></p><p>Why wait until November to decide what your 2021 Christmas card will be like. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKDV4gn0R7rWjPvLYqLIKkeXDB6dG2fq2h0yMevXm93PMfOX1KqPxp1hjkHtSbntDi3s1lWtBJvdTjgcsOh-72xS2IZJfaId0ZVSX6hKqixJgOAO2LRrYNf69-fxT7OGPSEVOQUEgzHRgR/s960/IMG_20210708_121031.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKDV4gn0R7rWjPvLYqLIKkeXDB6dG2fq2h0yMevXm93PMfOX1KqPxp1hjkHtSbntDi3s1lWtBJvdTjgcsOh-72xS2IZJfaId0ZVSX6hKqixJgOAO2LRrYNf69-fxT7OGPSEVOQUEgzHRgR/s320/IMG_20210708_121031.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDYkk4MQumSM767GtFIfRRqMBZcSHVivX04uJb-1h24TMH5moJ32IHncYYQoOG5aeRs-xUxz0E7Vkn0lzp2vxqob5woG14V6g7QL31GQxKg_we9wZouP_QDWYSPcFnd7T_pbsHCmjkNsqs/s950/IMG_20210708_121048_kindlephoto-22530671.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="950" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDYkk4MQumSM767GtFIfRRqMBZcSHVivX04uJb-1h24TMH5moJ32IHncYYQoOG5aeRs-xUxz0E7Vkn0lzp2vxqob5woG14V6g7QL31GQxKg_we9wZouP_QDWYSPcFnd7T_pbsHCmjkNsqs/s320/IMG_20210708_121048_kindlephoto-22530671.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Here is one of the Sale-A-Bration free products. I love this DSP Designer Series Paper which coordinates with this cute Penguin Builder Punch.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuN2LyRdPl2lPpJib6dqFz4d3BPEQq2mNKh-_nWvrWjxa6QTTBtwlPL-vhPLnHjA7lY9l73L4azP7t_1dAyn_jqsTaAQzKOPO1HHOkN1qnEXc66cZ0L7a-Mea1tFyjUxlWpCWSq7uQ8hgS/s960/IMG_20210709_075343.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuN2LyRdPl2lPpJib6dqFz4d3BPEQq2mNKh-_nWvrWjxa6QTTBtwlPL-vhPLnHjA7lY9l73L4azP7t_1dAyn_jqsTaAQzKOPO1HHOkN1qnEXc66cZ0L7a-Mea1tFyjUxlWpCWSq7uQ8hgS/s320/IMG_20210709_075343.jpg" /></a></div><p>Why not try out the products with a Stampin' Up! class or hold a workshop. I'd love to show you how Stampin' Up! has made a difference in my life.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpQWffH7XClchKP5N5fgc_vV5st-kISlf8MKVsCiqBIjGXlRLSlkd6jAeGMIKfFOKJJa4x9FJOPxXp4Unp5BRwGCp_fogRkerl3pfMB4qLSCjH7pC_O1W-6RjW4BSaZObvHVhBO14ipYWT/s960/IMG_20210709_080348.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpQWffH7XClchKP5N5fgc_vV5st-kISlf8MKVsCiqBIjGXlRLSlkd6jAeGMIKfFOKJJa4x9FJOPxXp4Unp5BRwGCp_fogRkerl3pfMB4qLSCjH7pC_O1W-6RjW4BSaZObvHVhBO14ipYWT/s320/IMG_20210709_080348.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>As a paper crafter myself for 30 years, I don't like thinking about Christmas in August, but I do like making my cards in advance so they're all set to send. And I want to enjoy the holiday seasons without the stress of last minute projects. How about you?</p><p>And chatting around the table with friends makes paper crafting even more fun. As an option I' ll do video chat card making with you too!</p><p><b>Mini is the key word - Sale is the action - love what you do and share it is the plan! </b> </p><p>Thanks for stopping by! Be blessed! sb</p><p><br /></p></div></div>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-69867192584736719152021-06-21T17:02:00.005-04:002021-06-21T17:06:19.699-04:00Stampin' Up! Announces FREE SHIPPING JUNE 24 only<p> Stampin' Up! has announced FREE shipping for June 24 for 24 hours only!</p><p>What's on your wish list? With a $50 order or more, you will have free shipping. Thinking of a new Cut and Emboss Machine, replacement plates, or punches? </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgON3KW6RiqjsKjP03KqZEKTqANq9CZdVCu1n5kMQoOiq2dsprI9e4lyjImby_0baJP-xGJSLKsJFqHi-2NSvs2V9eZuxofVlEc5k8o4yNcjomkFGPFg0fJoKquXGfrcPh0MTH-FMiw1gbD/s1200/06.21.21_DGIF_FREESHIPPING_NA.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="313" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgON3KW6RiqjsKjP03KqZEKTqANq9CZdVCu1n5kMQoOiq2dsprI9e4lyjImby_0baJP-xGJSLKsJFqHi-2NSvs2V9eZuxofVlEc5k8o4yNcjomkFGPFg0fJoKquXGfrcPh0MTH-FMiw1gbD/w304-h313/06.21.21_DGIF_FREESHIPPING_NA.gif" width="304" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Take advantage of this opportunity! </div><br /><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-81152618598432708252021-06-16T17:23:00.001-04:002021-06-16T17:23:22.541-04:00How do I do that - Stamping?<p> I'm so pleased to meet you! Welcome to Beginning Card Making and Stamping. </p><p>"Stamping doesn't always have to look perfect!" that's what Sara says. That's what we all learn, and you will too! </p><p>Watch these videos that <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lNxfIuHViU&t=56s" target="_blank">CEO of Stampin' Up!, Sara</a>, has put together. And the best part of watching YouTube videos is you can stop and start according to your own needs in your own time frame. Or you can try out her instructions right then on your own Stampin' Up! products, and work right along with her, at your own pace!</p><p>Make sure to look for <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/stampinup/_created/" target="_blank">Stampin' Up! on Pinterest</a> as well. All the products from the recent catalogs are there, including many card designs made with these products. There isn't a lack of ideas.</p><p>If you don't have a catalog, you can contact me here in the comments or go to my website: <a href="http://www.susanboback.stampinup.net">www.susanboback.stampinup.net</a> and I'll add you to my mailing list!</p><p>Once you've learned the basic stamping, and started creating your own cards, you'll be sharing ideas and patterns continually. Do you know how to <b><i>CASE</i></b>? That is, do you know how to <b>C</b>opy <b>A</b>nd <b>S</b>hare <b>E</b>verything? When you're in that moment where you've lost your intention, or your focus, or your creativity, look for an idea from another card maker and <b><i>CASE</i></b> it! Just <i><b>CASE</b></i> it this way: <b><i>C</i></b>opy their idea <b><i>A</i></b>nd add your own perspective by changing the colors, or tag or sentiment or embellishment, then <b><i>S</i></b>hare <b><i>E</i></b>verything that the original artist started, giving them the credit! Its just what we do as crafters. So go ahead and <b><i>CASE</i></b> and perhaps you'll see your idea mentioned in a <b><i>CASE</i></b> too - a card idea, that is!</p><p>Make sure to refer to YouTube to watch Sara of Stampin' Up! for her weekly videos. </p><p>And check out this video on how the stamps came to be! <a href="stampin' up catalog 2021" target="_blank">how the stamp is made</a></p><p>Thanks for stopping by! Be Blessed! sb</p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-32628259681269144982021-06-06T19:24:00.001-04:002021-06-06T19:39:32.512-04:00<p><b>FRIDAY JUNE 11, 2021 CRAFT SUPPLIES FOR CANCER CARE</b></p><p>Please stop by our Garage Sale on FRIDAY JUNE 11 FROM 9:01 to 4:00. We're raising funds to help our community members with expenses they incur while being treated for cancer - Cancer Care of Marquette County, non-profit. When five (5) of my friends were diagnosed with cancer in December, I wanted to help them all. So instead of donating my treasures, I asked crafters to help by donating their crafting supplies, too, so we could help our community. I'll match up to <b>$100 </b>so please help us support this worthwhile organization! Information will be available too, and donations will be accepted. </p><p>Besides quality household miscellaneous items, winter boots, and Women's size 1X clothing, there will also be:</p><p> *<span> </span>a limited number of Stampin' Up! card kits</p><p>* <span> </span>retired Stampin' Up! stamps and Designer Series Paper </p><p>*<span> scrapbooks, plastic photo sleeves, stickers, 12x12 papers</span></p><p> *<span> </span>completed cards for you to send to someone affected by cancer</p><p> *<span> </span>annual Stampin' Up! catalogs</p><p>* Coupon Flyer for Stampin' Up! shopping with me, <a href="https://susanboback.stampinup.net/" target="_blank">Susan Boback</a></p><p><span>*<span> Info on the Beginner Card Class coming events</span></span></p><p><span>Craft supplies for sewing, general crafting, children's ministry, tiles, jewelry making, Christmas, and more.</span></p><p>We thank you in advance for caring for your community.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1w2ghDUs8feQcsPjRXBWrFdXZ51l0HbZSTrdkv-n_d_-7KEc-gE_xbzCpuj3zbtpZqrcLIyGIwimeD_RVlZujG7bFJN1Y7KwnYCATl5e4fbxrQGzS84WGG7au6kg44S-3oQufK1fm2CNV/s2048/ccmc-brochure-scaled.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1711" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1w2ghDUs8feQcsPjRXBWrFdXZ51l0HbZSTrdkv-n_d_-7KEc-gE_xbzCpuj3zbtpZqrcLIyGIwimeD_RVlZujG7bFJN1Y7KwnYCATl5e4fbxrQGzS84WGG7au6kg44S-3oQufK1fm2CNV/s320/ccmc-brochure-scaled.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-13579406305553955672021-05-26T14:52:00.000-04:002021-05-26T14:52:36.177-04:00My Stampin' Up! Website<p> Click this link to see the latest Stampin' Up! catalogs, products, designs. <a href="https://susanboback.stampinup.net/" target="_blank">Sharing what I love to cheer up the world</a>, check my calendar for in-person and virtual events, and more! </p><p> I love how every item is coordinated, so when you think you're not creative, you can discover that you are!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-682472944225942895.post-91123489022871273542021-05-22T09:11:00.000-04:002021-05-22T09:11:13.285-04:00UNITED THROUGH CREATIVITY<p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/sales-specials/free-creative-download" target="_blank">Sharing together!</a> Stampin' Up! has just released these new images to be downloaded at no cost to use on your projects. <br /></p><p><br /></p>Susan Boback, Card Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01556739164691911324noreply@blogger.com0