Nutz about Stamping

Why not give this cute Halloween window box a try?

Today I have super cute Halloween treat box or window box idea to share with you, using the Scary Cute bundle:

Place a flameless candle in this cute little box and use it as a décor item or fill a small cellophane bag with candy and use the box as a wrap for the candy.

Here's what you need to make this cute box, and a full set of instructions too. 

SUPPLIES:

Stamp Set: Scary Cute (Cling 159850) * Buy as a Scary Cute Bundle (159852) and save 10%

Ink: Memento Ink (132708); Basic Black Stampin’ Blends (154843) Dark

Paper including cutting dimensions:

        Basic Black Cardstock (121045) 10 3/4” x 5 ½”

        Mango Melody Cardstock (146989) 11” x 3 ½”

        Basic White Cardstock (159276) Scrap for tag

        Cardstock Vellum (101856) 11” x 3 ½”

Misc: Scary Silhouettes Dies (159851) *; Linen Thread (104199); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Bone Folder (102300); White ¼” Crinkled Seam Binding (151326); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Heat Tool (129053); Take Your Pick (144107); Paper Snips (103579); Paper Trimmer (152392); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653) or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (150673); Pencil with sharp point

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the long side of the Basic Black cardstock along the top of the paper trimmer and score at 2 5/8”, 5 ¼”, 7 7/8”. And 10 ½”.
2. Turn the BB cardstock so short end is at the top and score at 2”.
3. Place the other long side at the 3/8” mark on the other side of the paper trimmer track and mark the middle of each 2 5/8” section with a sharp pencil through the track. 
   
   
   
   
4. Place the ‘tree’ die in the center of the first panel with the top of the die at the pencil mark and run through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine. Repeat with other three panels.
5. Use the paper snips to cut from the bottom edge up to the 2” horizontal score line along the vertical score lines. Trim off the 1/4” section below the 2” score line and cut a slight angle on the rest of the 1/4” section. 
   
   
   
   
   
6. Use the frame to cut 4 panels from the cardstock vellum.
7. Stamp each of the single children on a vellum panel with Memento ink. Dry ink with low setting on Heat tool. If image is not solidly black, fill in areas with the Dark Basic Black Stampin’ Blend. With the stamped side up, glue to inside of the black cardstock with liquid glue covering the openings. The unstamped side of the vellum will be to the outside of the box.
8. Cut 4 of the tree die combined with the frame from the Mango Melody cardstock. Use the paper snips to cut off the branches leaving just a narrow frame. Glue these to the right side of the box.
9. Now fold on the score lines and burnish with the bone folder. Apply liquid glue to the ¼” flap and close the sides of the box. Allow the glue to dry, then close the bottom.
10. Stamp greeting on scrap of Basic White cardstock and cut out with the label die. Punch a hole in one corner with the Take Your Pick and thread a length of Linen thread through the hole. Tie a knot in the thread and adhere the knot to a top corner of the box with a mini glue dot.
11. Use the Dark Pumpkin Pie blend to color about 6 inches of the White ¼” crinkled seam binding.
12. Tie an overhand knot in the seam binding and adhere to the corner over the Linen thread knot with another mini glue dot.

Here's what a flameless tealight looks like - super cute right!

Get ready for another amazing kit to help you keep organized all year long

Get ready for the latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! The Birthday Card Organizer Kit has everything you need to plan ahead and never forget another birthday again! 

 

KIT DETAILS

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• Kit includes one 8" x 10" (20.3 x 25.4 cm) monthly planner with space to record birthdays each month as well as a pocket sleeve to hold birthday cards.
• Includes 12 full-size birthday cards, 6 of 2 designs, and 12 coordinating envelopes.
• Includes Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesive-Backed Embellishments, and Tear & Tape Adhesive
• Includes die-cut florals and pieces ready for you to use­—no prep work required!
• Includes sticker sentiments and die-cut labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
• Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Evening Evergreen, Petal Pink, Sahara Sand, and Soft Succulent

THINK CHRISTMAS - wouldn't this kit make a great gift idea? For you and a friend or two? I know I will be buying a couple to tuck away for the holiday (and birthday) season!

 

Click here for my USA store and here for my EU store! 

 

 

What 3 colors would you choose for this week's card challenge?

I love a good color challenge because it helps me do something that I don't do very often: color! Which is odd to admit because I find coloring so satisfying - when it's done. So this week I rolled up my sleeves and decided to join the fun: 

 

When I looked at my stamp set collection, however, I realized why I don't color so much. I don't have many line art stamp set; I am more of a stamp and go crafter so most of my collection are solid images that don't take a lot of time to use. 

But. I do have the Happy Hedgehogs set and found a fun image to color. 

I chose of couple of these images and my Stampin' Blends: Crushed Curry, Old Olive and Crumb Cake. I also used 2 Brushed Brass Butterflies as my metallic choice - I deliberately added them a bit 'crooked' so that they look like they are in flight. 

When I first created the layers for my card and laid out the pieces, the base seemed really plain. So as a final touch I used my Splatter embossing folder (from the Stripes & Splatters embossing folder set) to add some texture and detail. 

Here's my card:

And now it is your turn - see what you can create this week using this fun color challenge. And if you want to see what the other design crew members create, click here to head over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

Only 4 hours remain!

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Here's a great deal to help you stock up on your crafting supplies

Now is the perfect time for you to stock up and save on your favorite Stampin’ Up! products! What’s the big occasion? On 4 October 2022 only, Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on orders subtotaling $75 USD (€75) or more.

 

And the same offer applies to my online store in Europe!

 

So grab your wishlist and catalog and check out what you need for your holiday season cards this year. Then click the link below to head over to one of my two online stores:

Here's the link to my USA store:

And here is the link to my EU store:

 

This incredible deal lasts for 24 hours only, so head over to my store and start sharing the news with all your crafty friends!!

12 Weeks of Christmas begins tomorrow!

Just 24 hours until the 12 Weeks of Christmas newsletter series begins! Remember, you need to be on my mailing list to get this exclusive series of holiday project newsletters (every week for 12 weeks).

 

 

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Want to learn the perfect color combinations for fall cards?

Hello everyone! Where I live, fall has arrived and the changing colors have inspired the beautiful birthday card I will be showing you how to make, using my favorite fall ink pad color combinations. I will be using my Leaves of Holly bundle to show you that this stamp set and die pack are not just for Christmas. Shall we get started?

 

First let's have a look at the Leaves of Holly bundle which is the perfect combo to celebrate the season. I will be showing you a card idea but you can use the bundle for tags, and gift boxes with the classic Christmastime foliage.

 

 

 

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want which is what I will be showing you today. (The bundle is also available in French)

For my paper layer I chose an unusual pack: Hues of Happiness. Yes, one side is very floral but the other side is not. So versatile! 

Here's my card. See a list of supplies and measurements and my video tutorial below. 

 

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Leaves of Holly (bundle #159608); Happiness Abounds (159238)

 

Ink: Real Red, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Cajun Craze

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3" x 4 1/2"; (3) 3 1/2" x 2"; 2 3/4" x 1 1/2" ; 1 3/4" x 1 1/2" 
        Old Olive: (2) 1 1/2" x 2 1/4" 

        Hues of Happiness: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" 

 

Misc: Hues of Happiness designer series paper (158822); Ribbon (optional); Fine Tip Glue Pen (138309); Elegant Faceted Gems (152464)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Today is the big day, are you joining all the fun? I sure am!

This Saturday, 1 October is World Card Making Day and Stampin' Up! is throwing a global event!

During this free virtual event we will come together as a crafting community to do what we all love—make cards! 

Event Details

Who: Anyone!

When: Today, from 2:00–5:00 p.m. (MT)

Where: Online

Price of Event: Free

Language of Event: The event will be in English with language interpretation voiceover and subtitles in English, French, German, and Dutch

Here are the bundles we are using today! 

Bundle One: Cottage Rose

Bundle Two: Cottage Wreaths

 

Bundle Three: Warm Welcome

The Warm Welcome Bundle is brand new and you will be able to order it from the January–June 2023 Mini Catalog! Join the fun today and get a sneak peek! 

 

And click here for the measurements so you are ready for this big event!