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Today's challenge: create something that reflects the holidays

Ohhh, this card map challenge is super fun, right? You can create whatever you want as long as it reflects the holidays! As soon as I saw this challenge I knew I would like it. 

I immediately went to my all time favorite Winter Holidays bundle: Trimming the Town suite. 

This suite just makes me happy and I love using it for my Christmas projects this year. If you haven't seen all the cards I have made so far this season, scroll back through my blog and have a look. Lots of fun ideas to give you inspiration.

For my card I chose to use the dies for a background with trees, dies for the houses (cut from a sheet of the corresponding designer paper), the stamp set for the background snowflakes and the designer paper for the phrase. 

My Trimming the Town card came together in mere seconds, and I love it:

Now it's your turn: have a look at your crafting supplies and see what you can create that reflects the holidays. If you want to see what the other design crew members made for this challenge, click here. We invite you to upload your project for us to see too - look the link under the challenge. 

 

You need to know about our online extravaganza happening today!

Are you just about ready to start your Christmas countdown? The big day is only weeks away, which means you are starting to think about your holiday papercrafting plans.

Perhaps you'd like to make an advent calendar, create some handmade décor, or prep some scrapbook pages. The possibilities are truly endless! And since the busiest shopping season is going on now, this is the perfect time to let you know that our Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza is happening today, with 10% off select Annual Catalog items.

 

Today Only! Yes, 24 hours only!

 

 

Not all items in the 2020–2021 Annual Catalog are included in the Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza discount offer. Click below to see the exclusions list.

 

Why is that special? Because that means that everything else is in the Annual Catalog is on sale!!!

 

Click here to see the list of exclusions.

 

How to create a beautiful Christmas gift card holder

In today's video I am going to show you how to make a beautiful gift card holder idea with the help of my Poinsettia dies and Stitched Nested Labels dies.

The Poinsettia dies are part of the fabulous Poinsettia Petals bundle - worth investing in! The dies have an insert piece that embosses while the flower is begin die-cut. So very cool. 

Here are the Stitched Nested Labels dies - also fab with the stitched edging all around - adds a lovely added touch. 

Combine these two packs of dies along with the Poinsettia Place paper.....

And look what you can create! Note: if you don't have the Stitched Nested Labels dies, try this idea with large shaped dies you do have on hand. 

 

Poinsettia Place Gift Card Holder

My gift card holder is for Christmas but one you know how to make one you can adapt it for birthdays, baby showers, retirements, etc. 

Here's what you need, including measurements. 

Stamp set: none

Ink: none

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Real Red: 5 1/2" x 3 1/4"; 2 1/2" x 3 1/5"
        Poinsettia Place: 5 1/2" x 3 1/4"
        Old Olive: 2 1/j5" x 2 1/4"

Other: Poinsettia Place designer series paper (153487); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Multi-purpose Liquid Glue; Poinsettia dies (153522); Stitched Nested Labels dies (149638); Trimming the Town designer series paper (153491); Stamping Emboss & Die-cutting Machine, Pearl Basic Jewels (144219)

Here's my video - watch all the way through for tips along the way and to see a second idea using a completely different set of products and paper. 

Here's how you can get your favorite products on sale!

Are you just about ready to start your Christmas countdown? The big day is only a short time away, which means you are likely starting to think about your holiday papercrafting plans.

Perhaps you'd like to make an advent calendar, create some handmade décor, or prep some scrapbook pages. The possibilities are truly endless!

And since the busiest shopping season is going on now, this is the perfect time to let you know that our Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza will be here soon, with 10% off select annual catalog items.

As a fellow crafter, you know that adding a personal touch to the holidays can make the season even more meaningful and fun. So don't miss this fabulous sale so you can make the world a more beautiful place this Christmas season!

Promotion Date: 24 November 2020    One Day Only

Watch this space for an announcement one day before this amazing sale begins - and for a list of products that will not be discounted. 

Then let the fun begin!

 

 

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How to be playful with a card map challenge

This week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge is super easy so I decided to do something a bit different. 

I decided rather than stamping and layering a scalloped rectangle, that I would go a bit rogue today and use something completely differing.

As usual, I started with my designer paper choice: Heartwarming Hugs. 

I decided to use two corresponding designs on my card and make one of them the complete card base layer. The right away I chose to use the Christmas Gleaming stamp set and matching punch to make the top layer - instead of the layered rectangle. 

I love this bundle - and am delighted that is was a returning favorite in this year's Aug-Dec catalog:

The rest was pretty easy. I decided that that top banner on the card map would be my phrase and I would attached it at a playful angle on my card. 

I love how it turned out, do you? 

Now it is your turn - give this card map challenge a try using what you have on hand at home. Why not share your final project over on my Facebook Page? Look for the card map image and post under there! 

You need to see this beary-y cute kit!

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How to create a beautiful multi-layered Christmas card

For today's card and video tutorial (below), I am going to show you how to create a beautiful and multi-layered Christmas card idea using a combination of products:

• Christmas Gleaming stamp set
• Gleaming Ornaments punch pack
• Best Plaid Builder dies
• Best Year stamp set
• Heartwarming Hugs designer paper

Here are photos for these products - you can click on any of them to link to my store place an order Remember that these are time sensitive products. When our catalogs retire some of these products will no longer be available. 

Christmas Gleaming bundle: has a gorgeous pack of matching paper different to what I chose to use today. 

Best Plaid Builder dies:

Oh and it gets ever more yummy! You can bundle the Best Plaid Builder dies with the Best Year stamp set and save 10%:

And of course the Heartwarming Hugs paper:

Coming all of these fun products together to make this amazing

Best Plaid Builders Christmas card:

Stamp set: Christmas Gleaming (151464); Best Year (152568)

Ink: Real Red

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Whisper White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3" x 2"; 4 1/4" x 1"
        Real Red: 5 3/4" x 4 1/2"
        Heartwarming Hugs: 5 3/4" x 4 1/2"

Other: Best Plaid Builders dies (152720); Multi-purpose Liquid Glue; Mini Glue Dots, All the Trimmings ribbon combo pack (153541); Stampin' Dimensionals; Stampin' Write Markers: Real Red and Old Olive; Heartwarming Hugs designer series paper (153492); Gleaming Ornaments punch pack (150647); Regals Stampin' Write Markers (147155)

And here's my video - watch along the way for bonus tips and to see a second card idea using the same layout. 

Don't miss this amazing music, perfect to craft by!

Are you like me? Do you listen to music when you craft? I do all the time and depending on my mood I have a few Spotify playlists that I go to. I thought it would be fun to share my playlists with you too!

Of course, when I make Christmas cards I listen to Christmas music. My top two lists are:

The Christmas Hits has my faves of all time, including good old Bing Crosby. And Pentatonix: what more can I say? LOVE!

When is it not Christmas, I choose my playlists to match my mood. For example on weekend mornings, I listen to:

When stressed I listen to:

And when I feel like rocking a bit:

In case you can't yet tell, I have very eclectic taste in music - I have even listened to: 

To me, music helps to calm, invigorate, and definitely helps me to create! How about you? What playlists do you listen to - I would love some recommendations to try. Post your comment below! 

What would you create with this easy card map challenge?

This week's Paper Craft Crew challenge is super fun and I took a bit of a departure from the map:

 

I knew right away that the card base would have designer paper on it and that this would be a Christmas card. I am feeling a bit behind on my Christmas card list and need to get cracking'!

So I dug through my pile of holiday paper and immediately stopped when I got to the section for Trimming the Town. You just have to know that I LOVE this paper - heck, I love the entire product suite!

Seriously, what's not to love about this suite? The moment I saw it in the catalog I knew I had to have it ALL. So I did. 

I used the paper as a main layer and then stamped and colored the house and wreath with my Stampin' Blends

• Old Olive
• Real Red
• Pool Party
• Smoky Slate
• Misty Moonlight

Those colors coordinate fabulously! 

I really struggle with the circle background on the card map. Should it be a die-cut? A layer? A stamped image? In the end I decided to a bit of a cheat: it would be a bow instead. I just didn't have anything else that looked good. 

And the smaller banner I decided to place in a different spot and make it a phrase for my card. 

Here is my Coming Home card map challenge card:

And here is a side view:

Righty-oh! It's your turn now. Try our card map challenge and see what you can create. 

 

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Learn how to take 1 layout and make 4 beautiful cards!

Today I am going to show you how to create a playing Coming Home holiday card using this fun layout idea that I saw this weekend. Stampin' Up! held an On Stage At Home 'convention' event and 18,000 demonstrators participated. We saw two new catalogs (coming your way in January), saw a bunch of new products from those catalogs and learned new stamping tricks and tips. 

In one of the classes I saw this fun layout idea so decided to share it with you too.  Then I will show you how to take this 1 layout and make 3 more beautiful cards! 

For my holiday card I decided to use the Coming Home bundle:

I also chose three strips of left over Trimming the Town designer paper. 

The card layout I am going to teach you is perfect for using up strips. At the end of my video (below) I show you 3 other cards, one of them gives you a sneak peek into the next Mini Catalog - coming in January! 

Here's my Coming Home holiday card:

Stamp set: Coming Home bundle (155144)

Ink: Old Olive

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Pool Party: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Whisper White: 4" x 5 1/4"
        Trimming the Town: 2 pieces 3 1/4" x 1 1/4"; 1 piece 4 1/8" x 1 1/4" 
        Old Olive: 3" x 2"

Other: Trimming the Town designer series paper (153491); Snowflake Sequins (150443); Fine Tip Glue Pen; Stampin' Dimensionals; Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Here's my video! I would love to know which of the cards I share is your favorite - leave me a comment with you choice! 

You need to see this fabulous new set of products!

Introducing: Curvy Celebrations!

Celebrate with curvy stamps, dies, and more! Designed for a variety of special occasions, the Quite Curvy Variety Bundle includes everything you need to create one-of-a-kind crafts. Don’t let stress steal your spirit—get ahead and order this exclusive bundle for a festive and frenzy-free season!

Here's the entire suite of Quite Curvy products which you can buy at a discount (see ordering numbers and prices below!):

You can also buy items individually too:

Curvy Christmas stamp set:

Here's a cute sample:

Quite Curvy Bundle:

Here's a sample:

Classic Christmas 6" x 6" paper

And, of course, a sample:

Click here to link to my online store! 

 

ITEM	DESCRIPTION	PRICE
156228	QUITE CURVY BUNDLE Includes the Quite Curvy Photopolymer Stamp Set and Curvy Dies The Quite Curvy Bundle includes the Quite Curvy Stamp Set and the Curvy Dies.	$41.25
155364	CURVY CHRISTMAS STAMP SET Exclusive stamp set; available only during the Curvy Celebrations promotion. Create one-of-a-kind Christmas crafts with the Curvy Christmas Stamp Set! 13 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, f, h Coordinates with the Curvy Dies Perfect for Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day	$21.00
155969	CLASSIC CHRISTMAS 6" X 6" DESIGNER SERIES PAPER Exclusive Designer Series Paper; avaialable only during the Curvy Celebrations promotion. Add a festive touch to your seasonal projects with the Classic Christmas 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper. 48 sheets of double-sided patterned paper; 4 each of 12 designs 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Acid free Lignin free Colors: Cherry Cobbler, Sahara Sand, Shaded Spruce	$11.50
158396	QUITE CURVY VARIETY BUNDLE Includes the Quite Curvy Bundle, the Curvy Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set, and the Classic Christmas Designer Series Paper at a 10% discount. Create versatile and innovative crafts with the Quite Curvy Variety Bundle! The bundle includes the following products at a 10% discount: Quite Curvy Stamp Set Curvy Dies Curvy Christmas Stamp Set Classic Christmas 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper	$70.50

Have questions? Email me at: terri@nutzaboutstamping.com 

How many possibilities can you see with this challenge?

This week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge offers so many possibilities! 

This is a tic-tac-toe challenge which means you can design a card using three elements: horizontally, vertically or diagonally. 

I used to find theses challenges a bit overwhelming or intimidating but not this week. I was feeling ready for something different and had fun thinking of what I wanted to create and share. 

I narrowed down my choices through the process of elimination: 

• I wasn't in the mood for a sympathy card so that eliminated one column and one row. 
• I wasn't in the mood for clean and simple cards, mainly because I have so much designer paper waiting to be used. So that eliminated on row and one column. 
• I love monochromatic cards, and my customers always asked for masculine ideas, so that column was tempting. But. Natural element? Hmmm. 

Then I spotted the diagonal set: masculine, seasonal and designer series paper. And that was my choice. I looked again through my paper stash and saw some left over bits of the Trimming the Town paper:

This paper has such happy designs and colors so I chose two different patterns. And a very unusual layout idea too. I spotted this layout idea on a completely different challenge site and thought I would stretch myself and give it a try.

I used my Coming Home bundle for a couple of the elements and a strip of designer paper for my phrase. 

Here's my challenge card - fun, right?

Now it is your turn! Which row, column or diagonal will you choose for your next card design? Why not give more than one idea a try? We'd love to see what you created: feel free to share your card over at the Paper Craft Crew site. 

It's an exciting event in the Stampin Up! world

This weekend the Stampin' Up! world will be a-buzzing because it's our BIG On Stage event! Normally this event takes place somewhere in the world and thousands (yes, thousands!) of Stampin' Up! demonstrators swarm together and stamp up a storm. This is the event where we see the next new catalog, craft using some of the new products soon-to-be-revealed, catch up with friends we haven't seen in a while, swap cards and 3D items and ...... win fab products in the PRIZE PATROLS! (my fave)

Sadly, we can't meet up face to face this year but that hasn't stopped Stampin' Up! from holding On Stage - at Home! 

And this large box arrived as my On Stage (at home) swag bag! I couldn't wait to open it up but decided to wait until I could FaceTime with my Netherlands team and share the fun. 

Here are some of the products inside:

• a really cool, lightweight cutting mat with colorful stripes at the bottom - both in cm and in inches!
• three note pads: one blank, one with bullet journal dots and the third with graph/grid lines
• a sheet of stickers
• and a cool rainbow pen - it looks like I will get to write in all those different colors - how fun!

And there's more!

This bag is huge!!! Perfect as a carry on (while I get to travel again some day) or for toting supplies to craft with you and your friends.  

There is also a stamp set from the upcoming catalog (shhh) and three cute pins.

What a fun way to dip my toes into the excitement that's coming ahead. I cannot wait! Hey: why not join my team and all the fun we have every year? Want to know more? Click here!