Nutz about Stamping

Card Map

I love a good Card Map and in the past week saw one that intrigued me. It's not the kind of layout that I would normally consider and I think it's good to stretch myself in the creative department every once in a while.

Here's the Card Map I spotted:

Pretty cool, right? But then I sat down to create and kind of got lost - does that ever happen to you? To get my card map mojo back I decided to use some of the new Catalog products so here's another sneak peek for you:

 

Can't tell you about these new products just yet. You really don't want to miss my New Catalog Kick-off event, that's all I am saying! 

Now it's your turn - give this Card Map a try and see what you can create!

Sundays with Sizzix: Buttons #5 Sizzlit

Today I have a fun birthday card idea (adapted from a card I recently saw) featuring retiring products, your Big Shot and Buttons #5 Sizzlit. This is the perfect card idea to use up your scrap cardstock; I used the retiring 2011-13 In Colors. 

Buttons Birthday Card

Stamp set: Curly Cute #120510 (retiring)

Ink: Wisteria Wonder

Paper: Whisper White (8 1/2 x 5 1/2"); Wisteria Wonder (3/4 x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2 x 2 1/4"), Lucky Limeade (3/4 x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2 x 2 1/4"), Calypso Coral (3/4 x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2 x 2 1/4"), Island Indigo (3/4 x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2 x 2 1/4"), Pool Party (3/4 x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2 x 2 1/4")

Accessories: Clear Block D, Big Shot, Platform, Buttons #5 Sizzlit #113440, Snail Adhesive

And now for the video tutorial: enjoy!

I decided after the video was over to make a second card showing how to add Whisper White Baker's Twine and will post a photo of this card over on my Facebook Business page tomorrow. 

Paper Pumpkin

This week my May Paper Pumpkin kit should arrive and I can't wait to see the contents. This past weekend I had a few minutes to play with my April Kit, called Seriously. It is a super fun kit that has a cheeky nature designed to bring on a smile. 

Here's one of the cards I made: 

All the pieces came in the kit except for the blue stars which I punched out as added embellishments. 

Are you interested in learning more about the Paper Pumpkin subscription program? Then click here to read more about it and to sign up for your Welcome! kit. 

Dapper Dad

Did you know that I have a Stamps in the Mail club for my long distance customers? Each month I choose a different stamp set to feature and this month it's Dapper Dad - the perfect stamp set for masculine and Father's Day cards! (I'm so sad that Dapper Dad is retiring on May 31st - I LOVE this set!)

Here's how my club works:

• Each month I will contact you about the featured stamp set. If you already own the stamp set or it doesn't strike your fancy, you may select a different set (same price point or less)
• Each month you will receive a package in the mail with a NEW stamp set, and a second package with 3 fabulous, exclusive FINISHED samples for you to copy! (not files, or directions, or PDF documents, real full-card samples!) Copy them and then use them!
• You choose either wood mount or clear mount stamp sets
• You can add additional products to your order to save on shipping costs 
• Have a NEW friend join the club, and you get another FREE bonus stamp set! (24.95 or less)
• The club subscription lasts 6 consecutive months. You can rejoin after the 6th month if you want to continue.
• You can place your credit card on file for hassle-free billing or I can invoice you through PayPal
• US Club members only, sorry!

Here's one of the three Dapper Dad cards you will receive in the mail if you join my club this month:

I deliberately left off a sentiment so you can decide how you will use it - for Father's Day, retirement or for a masculine birthday.

If you'd like more information about my Stamps in the Mail Club, click here. And if you'd like to participate this month so you get the three different Dapper Dad cards, all you have to do is email me at: terri@nutzaboutstamping.com and I'll be back in touch.

Sundays with Sizzix: Two Tags die

I am going to be so sad to see the Two Tags die retire at the end of this month that I decided to use it for today's Sundays with Sizzix blog post. This die is so versatile - it can be used for cards, scrapbook pages, and super cute 3D items. 

Today I am going to show you a fun Up, Up & Away card idea that is quite different from other cards you might have made recently!

Two Tags Birthday Card

Here's another photos of the same layout but with one difference! Can you tell what it is? 

Stamp set: Up, Up & Away

Ink: Marina Mist

Paper: Marina Mist (4 1/4 x 5 1/2"), Whisper White (3 1/2 x 5 for tag die; 5 1/4 x 4"), Subtles Designer Series Paper Stack #117152 (Marina Mist 3 1/4 x 4 3/4") 

Accessories: Snail Adhesive, Big Shot, Platform, Two Tags die #115954, Perfect Polka Dots folder #117335, Marina Mist 1/8" Taffeta ribbon, Paper Snips, Dazzling Details, Clear Blocks A, B and C

And now for the video tutorial: enjoy!

If you'd like to place an order for the products used to create this cute card, click here to go directly to my Online Store. Or you are welcome to contact me at terri@nutzaboutstamping.com for ordering support. 

And a very Happy Mother's Day today to all my customers who are mothers out there in stamping land!

Secret Garden card

This weekend my Raleigh Techniques Club meets and I have three fun cards for them to create, one of which uses the fabulous Secret Garden stamp set.

But the technique isn't using that stamp set, it's showing them the technique of using Washi Tape to create decorative elements on cards!

Here's the Secret Garden card they will create tonight:

Yeppers, you can stamp on Washi Tape! But, after you do so you need to emboss it with clear embossing powder to help it dry and not smear (discovered that one the hard way, lol). Now you may be asking, "what is the pink patterned strip on the card front, I haven't seen that before". And you are quite right. But if you wait, say....three weeks you just might! (wink, wink)

This club will make two more cards using Washi Tape and I promise to post one of them over on my Facebook Business page early next week so check over there if you want another Washi Tape idea. 

And if you live in the Raleigh, NC area and would like to join my Techniques Club, I have a new round starting in July. This club fills up fast so contact me soon to join!

 

Swallowtail

Part of my amazing Fiji trip was the opportunity to participate in a card swap while there. I brought back 25 beautiful cards and over the next few weeks will share some of them here and some of them on my Facebook Business page. 

Here's one of the swap cards I received, using Swallowtail and the Delicate Designs folder:

Isn't that beautiful? Swallowtail has to be one of the most popular stamp sets in the Spring catalog. There are so many amazing cards and techniques that can be created using Swallowtail.

And what stamp set does the phrase come from, do you know? I can't say for now - you'll have to wait until May 31st to find out (hint, hint). 

 

Stamps in the Mail Club!

ANYONE can join this club no matter where you live! This club is done via the mail!

My May  Stamp Set choice is:  Dapper Dad, the perfect set for masculine cards and Father's Day:

Why join?

• No meeting dates and times to take you away from your family - no driving, no time out of your busy schedules
• Free full card ideas for every featured stamp set
• You choose the time you want to stamp
• No decision-making needed
• Sit back, relax and look forward to a fun package in your mailbox each month
• Club runs through two Catalogs - lots of new stamp sets choices coming your way!
• Participate for six consecutive months and you will earn a FREE hostess stamp set (clear mount)
• When club subscription ends you will have up to 7 new stamp sets in your collection!

Here's how my club works:

• Each month I will contact you about the featured stamp set. If you already own the stamp set or it doesn't strike your fancy, you may select a different set (same price point or less)
• Each month you will receive a package in the mail with a NEW stamp set, and a second package with 3 fabulous, exclusive FINISHED samples for you to copy! (not files, or directions, or PDF documents, real full-card samples!) Copy them and then use them!
• You choose either wood mount or clear mount stamp sets
• You can add additional products to your order to save on shipping costs 
• Have a NEW friend join the club, and you get another FREE bonus stamp set! (24.95 or less)
• The club subscription lasts 6 consecutive months. You can rejoin after the 6th month if you want to continue.
• You can place your credit card on file for hassle-free billing or I can invoice you through PayPal
• US Club members only, sorry!

Prefer a no obligation club? No worries! You can join for one month only whenever YOU choose! (without the hostess benefits offer)

Cost: $27 for Clear Mount OR Wood Mount for $30

Ready to join? Contact me at: terri@nutzaboutstamping to join this stress-free club!

Sundays with Sizzix: Perfect Polka Dots folder

I have a fun card to share today, using my Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots folder and Seriously Paper Pumpkin kit contents:

Seriously Paper Pumpkin Kit Card

Stamp set: Seriously

Ink: Cherry Cobbler

Card stock - Card base (8 1/2 x 5 1/2"), Layer (3 1/2 x 5"), Tag layer (3 3/4 x 2 1/8")

Accessories: Linen Thread #104199, Button, Snail Adhesive, Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots folder #117335, Paper Snips, Mini Glue Dots

And now for the video tutorial: enjoy - as I said on my video, if you don't have the April Seriously Kit at home use my card as a map inspiration!

 

To join the My Paper Pumpkin subscription program and receive fun kits each month, click here! Subscribe through me and I will send you a brand new Snail Adhesive to use with your first kit. Or email me at terri@nutzaboutstamping.com for more information.

 

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Seven

Today is the final day of my Gratitude Giveaway, which means I am on my way home from my week-long adventure in Fiji, thanks to YOU and my downline. 

This is a bright and happy thank you card. I used leftover scrap pieces of the Polka Dot Parade designer series paper, my Blossom Punch and my Boho Blossom punch and Oh, Hello stamp set:

And don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway details to thank you for your business in the past year - there will be seven "winners"! 

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Six

Today's Gratitidue Giveaway thank you card was created using My Digital Studio using a card map to help give me some inspiration. Here's the card map:

Last week I earned some free products for my team sales for the past quarter and I decided that since I sent my team digital cards each month that I would choose a the April Showers Kit for My Digital Studio. Here's the digital card I made using the April Showers Kit:

Took just seconds to make using the digital products in the kit!

Don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway offer which ends tomorrow: 

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Five

Today's Gratitude Giveaway thank you card also presents a mystery for you to solve as well! This is a clean and simple card using the Pop-Up Posies Designer Kit and the Lacy & Lovely stamp set:

 

I used my Color Spritzer Tool and Crumb Cake marker to add a spritz detail to the front of the card. So what is the mystery to this card?

What did I use to create the layer under the flower and banner images?

That's the mystery to this card! I can tell you that it is not designer series paper or a stamped image. So what did I use? If you want to know the answer, check out my Facebook business page later today to learn what I used - it's super cool!

And don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway offer while I am in Fiji on Stampin' Up!s incentive trip: 

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Four

Punches make card creating quick and easy and I have a great example to share with you for today's Gratitude Giveaway thank you card. 

I used the Bitty Butterfly and Scallop Square punches along with the Papillon Potpourri stamp set to make a quick card using Midnight Muse, Bashful Blue and Cherry Cobbler as my focus colors. Why not grab your favorite punches and see what you can create using this card as a card map idea?

And don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway offer - there will be seven of you who earn FREE products from the new Annual Catalog! 

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Three

Today's Gratitude Giveway thank you card has a bit of a twist on it. It's a thank you card for a baby gift - perhaps from a baby shower?

I am going to miss the Henry Says stamp set when it retires on May 31st. It's such a great set for baby (and child) cards and it's fun to create with:

 

 

Here's the thank you card I created using Henry Says:

I used the Delicate Details Lace Tape and Cuddles & Kisses stamp set to add accents and interest to the card front.

And don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway offer - there will be seven prize earners and one GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!

 

Gratitude Giveaway: Day Two

Today's Gratitude Giveaway thank you card was so easy to make and makes me so happy to look at. I used the Pop-Up Posies Designer Kit to add the embellishment layer on the front. 

Have you seen the Pop-Up Posies Designer Kit #131395? It's super cool: 

* 9 embossed paper tags (ea. 2-3/4" x 3-1/2"). 
* 9 fabric covered brads: 6 Very Vanilla (3/8"); 3 Summer Starfruit (5/8"). 
* Precut paper flower pieces layer into 9 flowers; 6 layers of one style in 2 colors and 3 layers of one style in 1 color
* 9 pieces of thick Vanilla Baker's Twine (ea. 8")
* Just for You wood-mount stamp (1 stamp: exclusive to this kit)

And here's my thank you card:

And don't forget my Gratitude Giveaway offer along with the: 

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Place the largest online order using my FIJI hostess code (FT7JGYD2) and you will earn an additional prize: A Year's Worth of Cards (with envelopes)! 

Learn more about my Gratitude Giveaway here!