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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Double Z-Fold You're The Cherry On Top

YOU’RE THE CHERRY ON TOP!

Double Z-Fold card

CASED LET IT SNOW STAMPING 



HOW TO CREATE AND ASSEMBLE: 

  1. Fold your card base (11” x 4 1/4”; scored at 2 3/4” and 5 1/2”) at the two score lines, first in half, and second fold back towards the left edge and burnish.
  2. Adhere your larger piece of DSP (5 1/4” x 4”) to the inside of your card and the smaller piece (2 1/2” x 4”) to the “front flap”.
  3. Score your white strip of cardstock (11” x 1”; scored at 2 3/4” x 5 1/2”).
  4. Stamp the sentiment in the color of your choice on the right of the shorter section of the white strip. Adhere this to the inside lower right side of the card 3/4” to 1” from the bottom.
  5. Fold your card then adhere the longer part of the white strip to the left side of your card.
  6. On the largest piece of white cardstock, stamp all of your images in the colors of your choice. (Front sentiment, 2 milkshake glasses, 4 scoops of ice cream, 2 spoons, 2 straws, 4 cherries) They should all fit. You can do it with only one milkshake if that is your preference. * * Since the milkshake glasses and straws are a two step process, you want them to be two tone. So when inking the solid stamp, ink off on your paper before stamping the cardstock so that it will be a little lighter; otherwise it will basically look like all one color.  Personally I would practice on separate paper until you are comfortable with the effect.
  7. (Optional) While you are inking, stamp the front of your envelope to coordinate
  8. Stamp a little something on the additional piece of white cardstock (5 1/4” x 4”) and adhere this to the back side of your card. 
  9. Die cut out all of your images. 
  10. Adhere the sentiment to another piece of coordinating DSP.
  11. Create your milkshakes.  I recommend using the multipurpose glue for this as they allow a little movement while you are adhering.  
  12. When they are ready, you will be sticking them to the white strip only.  Before you glue it all down, arrange it on your card front making sure that nothing will be sticking outside of the “boundaries” of your card, Once you have it figured out, adhere it to your strip.
WHAT YOU'LLL NEED:

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Emboss Resist Thank You For your Kindness

                    THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS

Using Emboss Resist Technique

CASED Lorri Heiling


 


HOW TO CREATE AND ASSEMBLE: 

  1. First you need to decide which side of your DSP you want to use on your card front to determine the direction of the cut. Trim down your piece of DSP to 5 1/4” x 4”. Adhere it to your card front. Set aside.
  2. Stamp sentiment in Petal Pink  then run through die cut machine with stitched rectangle. Set aside.
  3. Rub the (2 3/8” x 3 5/8”) piece of Basic White cardstock with the Embossing Buddy, (AND your envelope front if you want to coordinate) stamp the flower image using Versamark ink and cover with white embossing powder; shaking off excess. 
  4. Using heat tool, emboss the design. You’ll know it is ready because it will be a shiny white. 
  5. Now, taking either your sponge daubers or blending brushes, blend Petal Pink and Flirty Flamingo inks on your design. Start inking off the page then move on to paper using circular motion until you achieve the look you’re going for.  
  6. When done, adhere this to the (2 1/2” x 3 3/4”) piece of Petal Pin cardstock.  Using Dimensionals, adhere this vertically centered to the left side of your card front. Adhere the sentiment using the glue on the part that will stick to image but dimensional to the back side that attaches to card. 
  7. Tie a bow with your ribbon and using a glue dot, adhere it to your card.  
  8. I also adhere the leftover piece of DSP to my envelope flap.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

AUGUST NEWSLETTER

 


August is upon us and kids are already getting ready to go back to school!  Crazy to think that they have to go back when it is still 100°.  I remember when I was teaching how brutally hot and uncomfortable it was!  And sometimes because of the heat the kids didn’t get to play on the playground during recess so we had to get creative and find ways for them to release some of that energy indoors.  For all you teachers out there working with these kiddos, hats off to you and have a great year! 

This summer has felt hotter than most but then again I usually traveled more and escaped the heat so I am not the best judge.  Luckily I will get a break this month. But I will still be holding my card classes so please check out my schedule and sign up for one.  In fact, sign up for more than one!  Bring a friend or two.  August is the last month that I am offering my “BRING A FRIEND” Special.  Check it out below.

So, I have a question I want to put out there and I am asking that you please reply with your response. 


I am trying to decide whether or not to offer a Stamp-A-Stack workshop this year.  I did it a few years back but haven’t been able to do it again.  A lot of work goes in to planning them so I need to start doing that right now if there is interest.  If you are unfamiliar with what a Stamp-A-Stack workshop is, instead of the standard card class where you come and make 4 cards, It focuses on a theme (Christmas in this case) and you make and take 12 cards home (usually 4 of each 3 different designs).  I have the doors open for 4 hours (or longer if needed) and like my other classes, I would offer an evening and a daytime option if the interest is there.  And I can be flexible and offer it over a weekend.  The class has a higher price point because not only are you making 3x the amount of cards, but, you will also be taking home additional products. 


So my Call to Action
is for you to reply and let me know if this would be of interest to you, and, would you prefer to have it on another day other than a Monday morning or Friday evening? (If so, what would work for you?). 


In the meantime, enjoy the rest of your summer and family time.

Be well and God Bless,

Amy

Amy Stevens

Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

acestevens1961@gmail.com

(602)-750-3333

stampinace.stampinup.net

BLOG: stampinace.com

     


WHAT’S NEW @ STAMPIN’ UP!

 



Do you feel intimidated or overwhelmed by all the supplies sometimes needed for cards?  Well this sale could be just the ticket for you!

These are all-inclusive craft kits some don’t even require stamping, the stamping is all done for you and all the embellishments and adhesives needed are included. From 1–31 August, we’re offering up to 30% discount on our Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! Our kits are great for new crafters, friends who need quick projects on hand, or anyone who likes to try new and different projects.   If you are sitting visiting a friend in the hospital or a nursing home you could work together on these.  If you want to take a simple craft along with you as you travel these are small and come in their own little box. View the wide variety of kits here.

 



As a reminder, for every $50 USD | $60 CAD you spend by July 31 (before shipping and tax), you’ll receive a $5 USD | $6 CAD coupon that can be redeemed during the month of August. So don’t wait. You can earn as many coupons as you want. 

Redemption Period: 1–31 August 2023

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes you can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes. 


SUMMER BRING A FRIEND SPECIAL:   

June -August bring a new friend and besides getting your extra ticket in the door prize drawing and a free card for you and your friend, I will take $5 off of your class fee. 



SHOP, TRACK, & REDEEM PROGRAM:


Don’t forget to keep track of your purchases.  Every purchase* (in $50 increments, before taxes) will earn you 50 points.  Earn 250 points and you get to redeem it for a free stamp set (up to $25 value) See the attached flyer or more information.  

*this excludes retired product sale items


CLASS/WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:  

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                              Friday, August 4 @ 6:30 p.m.              Friday, September 8 @ 6:30 p.m.

                        Monday, August 7 @ 10:30 a.m.                  Monday, September 11 @ 10:30 a.m


  • Class fee $15.00 (payable in cash)-fee waived with qualifying purchase made the same day. (Purchases payable with credit card or check)
  • Please bring with you scissors and your adhesives.  (If you need any adhesives or scissors, I have both on hand available for purchase.(Cash-n-Carry) 
  • Bring a new friend and both you and your guest can choose a card from my store, you get an extra ticket for door prize raffle. Summer Special you get $5 off your class fee!
  • Please RSVP at least one week prior to a class so that I can make sure to have materials available for you. 
  • CLASS IN A KIT: If you would like to purchase a class kit, the kit will include the materials needed to make the 4 cards all cut out and embossed however per Stampin’ Up! Policy, I cannot stamp or assemble the cards for you.  Cost $15 if you pick up the kit and @$18 if I ship them to you.(depends on postage)

 

JULY HOST CODE (good thru 07/31):  DQA4AMFQ

AUGUST HOST CODE (08/0-08/31):  HBBCRN6D

Please use this host code when placing orders online unless, your personal order is more than $150 (before tax) as you will receive free products. Feel free to reach to me if you have questions on how to use host code or how to earn your own free products. (You also need this host code on your SHOP, TRACK, AND REDEEM form to earn a FREE stamp set valued up to $25)

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