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Thankful Banner & Place Setting - Special Offer

 I will not be posting for the next 8 days, so here's some special offers:

Place a $25 order, (before tax & shipping) thru my Stampin' Up! website  will receive this Thanksgiving tutorial free.

Place a $50 order (before tax & shipping), you'll receive the tutorial & the Autumn Meadows Designer Series Paper pack as a Thank you from me.

Place a $100 order (before tax & shipping), you'll receive the tutorial & the Pocket Silhouettes stamp set as a Thank you gift from me.

This offer expires November 1st, 2009. Autumn Meadows DSP & Silhouettes stamp sets will be mailed Monday, November 2nd.

 

 

Prepare to transform your holiday table into a holiday tradition this Thanksgiving. Make a gorgeous banner to remind your family of the reason for the season, then decorate your table with elegant place settings or make special treat holders to give to neighbors and friends to show them how much you appreciate them. Once you see how simple and affordable these are, decorating the table just may become a family tradition for future holidays.

In this tutorial you will make:

A Gorgeous Thankful Banner

Six Place Cards or Mini Note Cards

and Six Napkin Rings or Sweet Treat Holders

The projects feature unique uses for the Stampin' Up! Table Setting Bigz XL Die along with the Autumn Meadows Designer Series Paper, Pocket Silhouettes stamp set, ribbon, jumbo eyelets, and brads.

   

  

 
 

 

Non-Consumable Supplies Used

m# Item Description √ Item# Item Description √

111672 Pocket Silhouettes stamp set

112004 1-3/4” Circle Punch (Alternate Sweet Treat Holders)

103579 Paper Snips 101227 1/16" Circle Punch

107305 Large Oval Punch

116854 Frost White Shimmer Paint

108362 Crop-a-Dile

102892 Sponge Dauber

100908 Chocolate Chip Classic Ink

101816 Chocolate Chip Craft Ink

100071 Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker

101930 Iridescent Ice Stampin' Emboss Powder

100005 Heat Tool

113439 Big Shot

116819 Stampin' Up! Table Setting Bigz XL Die

113478 Extended Cutting Pads

 

Accessories & AdhesivesItemscription Approx.

108432 Eyelets, Jumbo - Pewter 12/set

104336 Brads - Silver 12/set

104294 Sticky Strip 16”/set

103683 Mini Glue Dots 32/set

104331 SNAIL Adhesive Refill 40”/set

112084 On Board Loads of Letters 1/3 sheet/set

104430 Stampin' Dimensionals 12/set

 

Try these ideas or some of your own:

For a Perfect Gift

Re-create these projects using different Designer Series Paper and matching card stock for any holiday or season, birthday, or occasion.

Make several of each Sweet Treat Holders and banners using this tutorial and keep on hand;they are great for your home decor or as last minute party gifts.

Use the Merry Moments DSP for Christmas, Cast-A-Spell DSP for Halloween, or try the Love Sparkles Simply Scrappin’ Kit for a fun Valentine’s Day project.

Substitute the Autumn Traditions Designer Series paper for a more traditional Thanksgiving look.

Use the Tall Tales DSP to make an ‘A-B-C’ banner for your favorite teacher or kid’s room and Sweet Treat Holders for each student.

Use the Happy B-Day Simply Scrappin’ Kit to make a fun banner for your next birthday party. The Kit comes with self-adhesive die cut letters, so there is no need to color chipboard! Make matching napkin rings and place cards for the table and send each guest home with a coordinating Sweet Treat Holder.

Make a banner or Sweet Treat Holder using the Cottage Wall or Razzleberry Lemonade DSP for a great 'Get Well Soon' or a 'Thinking of You' gift.

Host the Perfect Party

 

Prepare the kit by cutting the supplies and organizing the pieces for each project in 12” x 12” Stampin’ Up! Craft Keepers and let each attendee create a set to take home! It will be a fun and memorable party for all.

Re-create these layouts using the Pink Flamingo, Tea Party, or other fun DSP for a great party where each guest can make their own Sweet Treat Holders and a festive banner to take home. (Great for crafty kids, tweens, teens or a ladies night!)

Make fun prizes and party décor for your next game night using the Jackpot DSP. Use the banner to spell out ‘BINGO’, ‘BUNKO’, or ‘POKER NIGHT’.

For Your Favorite Charity or Fundraiser

Make the set as a gift to a local charity or school to auction off at a fall festival or other fundraiser.

There are endless possibilities…get creative and have fun!

 

Technique Tuesday - Penny Spinners

 

1) Use Word Window punch or hobby blade to cut a 3/8" slot (straight, zigzag, or curved) into your card
 
  stock. Stamp card stock as desired.

2) Sandwich a Stampin' Dimensional between two pennies.

3) Insert pennies into slot, carefully pulling at edges to avoid tearing card stock.

4) Stamp and cut out your spinner image. Adhere to penny.

5) Adhere card stock piece with spinner to your card using Stampin' Dimensionals.

 

 

If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!

Deals of the Week #3

    
  

1/2 Inch Library Clips #112581 Regular Price: $6.95
Price $3.99

Basic Jumbo Grommets  #114348

Regular Price: $6.95 

   Price: $4.49

 

 

 

Circle Designer Brads  #112517 Regular Price: $5.95
Price: $3.99                 Mini Library Clips  #109857 Regular Price: $12.95   Price: $8.99

 
 

Halloween Mini Hershey Bar Holders

Finally....I have the directions with photos. I would have posted it yesterday, but everything I touched, I ruined. I couldn't measure, I couldn't cut them correctly,  and then the battery went dead in my camera while I was trying to photograph : ( ugh! (I've deleted the original post, that had no directions, so it's not so confusing). Plus, the one on the left, the skull is upside down, but I put it in the photo anyway.

   

 

 

1. 10" x 2-1/2" card stock. Score at 7/16", 1", 3-1/4", 3-3/4", 7-1/4", 7-3/4". I hope you can see the score lines. 

 

 

 

2. Use the Word Window punch between the 7/16" score line and the 1" score line.

 

 

3. Fold on score lines.

 

4. Cut a sheet of Cast a Spell Designer Paper 8-14/16" x 2-1/4"  and attach to black card stock with snail, beginning on the opposite side where you punched with the Word Window. I didn't score the DSP, since it's thinner than the card stock and folds easily.

5. Attach a 2-1/2" piece of sticky strip between the edge and the 7/16" score line.

 

 

6. Fold again on score lines , fold over and attach sticky strip to the inside of holder.

 

Side View:

Front view: 

 

7. Insert candy bar.

 

8. Fold lid over. Make a tag and adhere. You could use velcro to hold it closed, but I used snail. I thought a class of 4th graders aren't going to want to save these...they'll just tear them open for the candy : ) On all of these I used  the Spooky Treats rub ons.

 

I hope you enjoy making these and if you have any questions, please let me know. Have a great evening!
 
 

Start Your Own Business & Get My Digital Studio Software!

Is crafting a big part of your life? Wouldn't you love to earn money while doing something you enjoy? How about the convenience of setting your own hours? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then Stampin' Up! is the perfect opportunity for you.

Doing what I love, and sharing what I love with others are just a few of the benefits that made me decide to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I love sharing my passion for stamping with family and friends, meeting new people, and having the chance to build a great business doing so. And being able to set my own schedule is a definite plus! If you're interested in becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, follow these easy steps:

1. You'll need my password which is Beth
2. Then, click here and then look for the image to the left to join Stampin' Up!
3. Read, print, and sign the Independent Demonstrator Agreement.
4. Purchase your Starter Kit—there are two options!
   • The $199 traditional Starter Kit contains over $335 worth of stamping and business supplies!
   • The $185 Digital+ Starter Kit contains over $295 worth of stamping and business supplies, including the all-new My Digital Studio^™ software.

Once you've completed the above steps, Stampin' Up! will send you a password so you can log in to the Demonstrator Web Site where you'll find an abundance of tips, ideas, and training to help you.

Extra Bonus:  for every person who joins my team until January 1, 2010, I'll send you a stamp set of your choice, from the Holiday Mini Catalog.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please let me know.

Technique Tuesday - Stained Glass

1) Cut a piece of vellum paper to your desired size and choose a line-art stamp image that gives you a    
  defined area for coloring.

2) Stamp your image in VersaMark or Basic Black Craft ink. Heat emboss the image with Black or Clear Stampin' Emboss powder.

3) Flip over the vellum paper and color in the image using Stampin' Write markers or Watercolor Wonder Crayons. If using the crayons, blend colors with an Aqua Painter or blender pen.

4) Attach finished piece (embossed side up) to your project.

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by.  

Halloween Treat Pails

I was at Target today and found these little pails in the dollar bin. I added some Halloween M & M's in a cellophane bag, tied with a ribbon and stamped a simple tag. I think they are rather cute. I might buy some more tomorrow : )

Have a good evening!

 

Deals of the Week - #2

 
These products are at least 25% off and on sale until October 19th.

   

Flower Burst Embosslit Die Regular Price: $11.95 Preferred Price: $5.99

Perfect Setting Bigz XL Die Regular Price: $42.95 Preferred Price: $25.99

Three Tier Cake Pop-Up  Bigz XL Regular Price: $39.95 Preferred Price: $25.49

Here's an even sweeter deal: order 1 of each from me this week and I'll send you my  On-line Projct of the Month for the next 3 months FREE!

If you prefer back issues, please send me an email, letting me know your preference. To view past issues, please click on my new addition, Beth's Stamp Store.

To place an order from my Stampin' Up! website, please click here.

 Thanks for stopping by! I appreciate your business!

Tootsie Roll Treat Bag

This treat bag was made using the Bag with Scallops die cut. I cut a sheet of Cast A Spell DSP 2-1/2 x 12" and ran it through my big shot. I used a narrow piece because I'm not assembling with the sides of the bag and didn't want to waste any paper. I attached one end of the Tootsie Roll inside the bag with a little bit of snail.  I then used the same DSP and turned it over to use the coordinating side cut 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" and used a Spooky Treats Rub on. I then cut a 5" piece of black & white grosgrain ribbon (love this ribbon) folded it in half and attached to the back of the label with snail and then attached it to the bag over the flap to hold it closed.

I know it didn't take longer than 5 minutes. I know I could make 20 in about an hour. These may be the treats I send to school and save the Hershey bars for me : ) So, if your looking for a little something to send to school this Halloween, you might want to give these a try.

Thanks for stopping by!

Halloween Treat Box

 

I made these little treat boxes with the #2 Box Die, didn't score the lid and left it open. Punched a hole for the handle...really fast and easy. I'm trying to decide what to make for my sons class for Halloween and can't decide. I have a few more ideas and I'll be posting them over the next couple days. 

If you have any questions, please let me know. 

 

If you would like to place an order, please click here.

  
  
  

October Project of the Month

 

 

Make 10 beautiful cards fast using this unique One Sheet Wonder template. A One Sheet Wonder is a technique for using a single stamped sheet of cardstock cut into multiple pieces to create a quick-to-make set of cards, 3-D projects or scrapbook pages. This set features rich colors that span the seasons making it a perfect set to use year round or give as a gift for any occasion. Not your ordinary One Sheet Wonder, this tutorial will help you make fantastic cards with detailed accents and embellishments that make each card unique and special.

In this class, you will make:

• Ten All-Occasion Cards with Envelopes

• One Coordinating Wrap for the card set

These projects feature the Medallion stamp, Elementary Ribbon Originals and the colorful Baby Wipe Technique. This One Sheet Wonder makes a beautiful set of cards with a mixture of rich colors. All the inspiration you need to make thoughtful cards to have on hand or to give as a gift. When you finish, make the projects again using a different color theme, technique or stamp set and enjoy the fast and beautiful cards you can create!

For more information or to order this month tutorial, please click here.  

 

My Digital Studio from Stampin' Up!

 

• Exclusive Stampin' Up! Content

  • Stampin' Up! artwork and accessories available in a digital format.
  • Stampin' Up! colors allow for perfect coordination when embellishing professional print projects with traditional embellishments. Add depth and dimension when you combine digital with handcrafted.
  • With My Digital Studio, your favorite images and colors need not retire--you can keep using them for years to come!
• My Digital Studio starts with nearly 2,000 unique elements--stamps, embellishments, templates, kits, punches, Designer Series papers, card stock, borders, and more.
• Intuitive design for easy navigation and project creation.
• Plenty to do for more advanced users including
  • Customizable stamps and embellishments
  • Photo, background, accent, and page editing
  • Multimedia features including music, videos, and links
• Automatic photo fill for effortless design.
• Program is on 2 DVDs, making downloading quick and simple.
• The program is stored on your computer, not on the web, so you can take it with you.
• PC and Mac compatible.
• Training and quick start materials available to help you learn more.
• Use My Digital Studio as a design tool--create projects digitally before crafting it in paper, or create flyers to print or e-mail to friends & family.
  

 

Home Decorating Ideas from Stampin' Up!

Beautify your home all year with this decorative tree project—demonstrated by Stampin' Up! cofounder and CEO Shelli Gardner. It's an older video, but a good one for ideas with the holidays approaching.

 

 

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Watercolor Wonder Crayons

The Watercolor Wonder Crayons are amazingly versatile; these artistic-quality, highly pigmented crayons coordinate with our exclusive colors and can be used in many different ways.

• Color directly on the stamp. Then spray either the stamp or the paper with water before stamping. If you spray the stamp, the color will look more faded. Spraying the paper results in more vivid color. You can also stamp an image, then spray the stamp with water and stamp again. This will create darker and lighter images

 

• Color directly on a piece of scratch paper to create a palette, and use an Aqua Painter or watercolor brush to color the image.

 

• Color an image with the crayon, then blend with a watercolor brush. The water-soluble crayons make it easy to blend colors.

 

• Color an image without using water. Watercolor Wonder Crayons can be used on any card stock. For best results, use watercolor paper. When stamping and coloring line-art images, the Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad is the best choice when using Very Vanilla or Whisper White card stock. Use a Jet Black StazOnT pad with all other card stock, including watercolor paper.

 

If you have any more questions, please let me know. Thanks!

 

Technique Tuesday - Watercoloring

1) Dip the tip of a blender pen on to the corner of a Stampin' Pastel, then apply color to the stamped image.

OR

1) Brush the tip of a blender pen, Aqua Painter, or wet watercolor brush directly on the tip of a Watercolor Wonder Crayon, then apply color to the stamped image.

OR

1) Color a section of the stamped image with a Watercolor Wonder Crayon or Watercolor Pencil. Then use a blender pen, Aqua Painter, or wet watercolor brush to blend color as desired.

OR

1) Press the closed lid of a Classic Stampin' Pad down against the inked pad, then open the lid. Use a

  blender pen, Aqua Painter or damp watercolor brush to lift the ink from the small pool of color in the lid and apply to stamped image.

 

 

Thanks for looking!

Graveyard Treat Holder

 Stamps
• Graveyard Gala stamp set

Paper
• Going Gray textured card stock
• Pumpkin Pie textured card stock
• Whisper White textured card stock

Ink
• VersaMark® pad
• Black Stampin’ Emboss® powder

Accessories
• Old Olive 5/8" grosgrain ribbon
• Linen thread
• Spooky Treats Rub-Ons
• Stampin' Dimensionals®
• 1/16" Circle punch
• 3/4" Circle punch
• Sizzix® Big Shot™
• Pillow Box Bigz™ die

 

Boo Treat Bag

 Stamps
• Little Boo stamp set

Paper
• Basic Black card stock
• Whisper White card stock
• Night & Day Specialty Designer Series paper
• On Board Loads of Letters

Ink
• Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad®
• Basic Black Craft Stampin' Pad®
• Clear Stampin' Emboss® powder

Accessories
• Pumpkin Pie 1-1/4" striped grosgrain ribbon
• Vintage brads
• Stampin' Dimensionals®
• 1/16" Circle punch
• 1-1/4" Circle punch
• 1-3/8" Circle punch
• Sizzix® Big Shot™
• Fancy Favor Bigz™ XL die
• Sewing machine and thread

 

Deal of Week Is Back!

Deal of the week is back by popular demand...woo-hoo!

During the month of October, Stampin' Up! will offer several discounted products as "Deals of the Week." No limits and no minimum purchase required. Beginning today and ending October12th, this weeks deal is:

Trio Flower punch #109183 $ 10.99

5 Petal flower punch # 109041 $ 10.99

My Way punch # 110709 $ 11.99

If you would like to place an order, click here.

Thanks for stopping by!
 

Pop Up Ball Video

Sizzix and Stampin' Up!, two leaders in the crafting industry, have joined forces to bring you even more irresistible products! Bring your cards into the third dimension with the pop up dies for the Big Shot. In this video, Donna Griffith shows how to create our pop up ball.

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Stampin' Up! Clearance Sale

This is one sale you don't want to miss. I've listed a few items below, so don't wait...quantities are limited.  To view clearance items, click here.   

Alpine Ribbon Originals
Price: $6.99   113100 Word Flurries Rub-Ons   Price: $4.99    111417

 

Cranberry Crisp 1/4 Inch Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon
Price: $2.99    107886

 

On Board Trinkets Ornaments
Price: $8.99 113680

 

Thanks for stopping by!

Family Notebook Cover

Accessories: Hemp Twine Natural Glue Dots Mini Buttons Earth Elements & Neutrals Thread Linen Stampin Dimensionals Scissors Craft & Paper Punch 1 Inch Circle Ribbon Grosgrain Chocolate Chip 5/8 Inch Cards & Envelopes Long Notes Simply Scrappin' Home Again

Instructions 1. Create book of River Rock Long Notes by tying three stacked notes together using Natural hemp twine. 2. To create cover, adhere Designer Series paper (6-5/8" x 3/4") to front of booklet. Tie Chocolate Chip wide grosgrain ribbon (12") around front of cover. 3. Adhere flower self-adhesive die cut to Chocolate Chip textured card stock (3" x 2-3/4"). 4. Punch circle from Bordering Blue textured card stock (2" x 2") using 1" Circle punch, and adhere to centre of flower using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tie linen thread through holes of Very Vanilla button, and adhere to center of flower. 5. Adhere self-adhesive die cut letters to Chocolate Chip textured card stock using Stampin’ Dimensionals to spell “Family.” Adhere card stock to cover using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Technique Tuesday - Cracked Glass

 

1) Stamp your image, and cut card stock to desired size.

2) Apply VersaMark ink to entire piece of card stock using a brayer or direct-to-paper technique.

3) Sprinkle Glassy Glaze Enamel Stampin' Emboss powder over entire piece of card stock. Tap off excess powder, and melt remaining powder using heat tool. If you're creating a small accent piece, use the tweezers from the Crafters' Tool Kit to hold your card stock.

4) For small images, sprinkle on additional powder while the image is still hot. For larger images, allow card stock to cool and apply more VersaMark ink before sprinkling more powder over the image. Repeat up to four times.

5) Put your card stock in the freezer for a minute or two to ensure the glaze has cooled completely.

6) Remove card stock from freezer, and bend back and forth until the enameled layer cracks. Continue bending different portions of the card stock until you've achieved the look you desire.

7.  (Optional): To emphasize cracked look, sponge ink into the cracks in your enamel using a sponge dauber.

 

 

Good Thing Candy Bar

 

Stamps: Time Well Spent Hostess Set	Paper: Card Stock Whisper White 8 1/2X11 Card Stock Regal Rose 8 1/2X11 Designer Series Paper Prints Soft Sky 12 X 12 Dbl Sided
Ink Classic Stampin Pad Basic Brown Stampin Write Marker Regal Rose	Accessories: Punch Handheld 1/16 Inch Circle Thread Linen Sticky Strip Punch 1/4 Inch Circle Ribbon Grosgrain Chocolate Chip 5/8 Inch
Instructions 1. Wrap Soft Sky Prints Designer Series paper (4-1/4" x 5") around candy bar, and adhere using Sticky Strip. 2. Tie Chocolate Chip wide grosgrain ribbon (8") around candy bar. 3. Stamp greeting in Basic Brown ink on Whisper White card stock (3-5/8" x 5/8"). Color flowers using Regal Rose Stampin’ Write marker. 4. Punch multiple circles from Regal Rose card stock (1" x 4") using 1/4" Circle punch, and adhere behind tag to make scalloped edge. 5. Punch hole in top of tag using 1/16" Circle punch, and tie tag to candy   Thanks for stopping by!

 

Too Much of a Good Thing

Stamps: Time Well Spent Hostess Set	Paper: Card Stock Mellow Moss 8 1/2X11 Watercolor Paper 3.75 Inches X 5 Inches Card Stock Always Artichoke 8 1/2X11
Ink Stazon Pad Jet Black Classic Stampin Pad Mellow Moss Classic Stampin Pad More Mustard Classic Stampin Pad Bashful Blue Classic Stampin Pad Elegant Eggplant Classic Stampin Pad So Saffron Classic Stampin Pad Bravo Burgundy Classic Stampin Pad Always Artichoke	Accessories: Watercolor Brush Flat Punch Handheld 1/16 Inch Circle Watercolor Brush Medium Stampin Dimensionals Ribbon Gingham Moss Hodgepodge Hardware Pewter
Instructions 1. Stamp greeting image in Jet Black StazOn ink on bottom left of Mellow Moss card (4-1/4" x 11"). 2. Tear watercolor paper on left and bottom edges. Stamp stem and leaf images repeatedly in Jet Black StazOn ink. 3. Stamp two large flowers and one tulip flower in Jet Black StazOn ink on watercolor paper. Stamp two smaller blossoms and one tulip on to watercolor paper (1-1/4" x 4-1/4"). 4. Watercolor image using Always Artichoke, Bashful Blue, Bravo Burgundy, Elegant Eggplant, More Mustard, and So Saffron ink and watercolor brushes. Cut out two small blossoms and one tulip, and adhere to front of card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. 5. Adhere watercolor paper to Always Artichoke card stock (4-1/4" x 5-1/2"). Tear Always Artichoke card stock around outer edge of watercolor paper. Attach Pewter ribbon holder to lower left side of layered watercolor paper and Always Artichoke card stock. Tie Spring Moss gingham ribbon (4") to ribbon holder. 6. Adhere Always Artichoke card stock to card. Thanks for stopping by!

3 x 3 Happy Everything Card

Stamps: ON A PEDESTAL STAMP SET	Paper: Card Stock Whisper White 8 1/2X11 Card Stock Green Galore 8 1/2X11
Ink Classic Stampin Pad Brilliant Blue Classic Stampin Pad Green Galore Classic Stampin Pad Real Red	Accessories: Snail Adhesive Permanent
Instructions Happy Everything Card (3" x 3") Instructions 1. Stamp “Happy everything to you” in top right corner of Whisper White card stock, and adhere to Green Galore card. 2. Stamp gifts on separate piece of Whisper White card stock as follows: one Brilliant Blue, one Green Galore, and two Real Red. Cut out gifts. 3. Cut top portion from Brilliant Blue gift, and adhere it to one of the Real Red gifts. Cut top portion from second Real Red gift, and adhere it to top of Green Galore gift. Adhere gifts to card. 4. Carefully tie a bow in strip of Green Galore card stock, and adhere to top of gift.