Nutz about Stamping

Announcing new, time sensitive Sale-a-bration products

I am so excited to announce that Stampin' Up! will be release a second set of Sale-a-bration products this week and you can earn them for free with a qualifying order beginning February 15th!

Click on the photo of the Sale-a-bration brochure below for a sneak peek of these additional items;

As demonstrators, we get the opportunity to acquire these items a couple of weeks before you so that we can create some sample ideas to share. So that's what I did.

The sample below uses the Painted Seasons bundle - and I chose a strip of the designer series paper to feature on my masculine birthday card. When I saw the patterns on this particular design I immediately thought of Lovely as a Tree so chose that for my set.

My one issue was that the Painted Seasons paper has Whisper White as its neutral color and when I first laid out my card design it seemed too white. So I grabbed one of my Stampin' Sponges and brushed Early Espresso and Call Me Clover around the layers to give them a more vintage and less stark look. 

I also used my Early Espresso and Call Me Clover Stampin' Write Markers to color and stamp the pine cone image from Lovely as a Tree. Each time I inked this image I stamped off onto a scrap piece of paper before stamping onto my card layer to achieve a more muted and vintage look there as well. 

Here's my Lovely as a Tree card: 

 

Some of you have emailed me to ask me to show you what I would do for my card insides as well. I usually keep the insides pretty basic because I love to write a note as well. Plus I am aware that a lot of extra bits add weight which will affect my costs for mailing.

Here's what I did for the inside of my card:

 To place a qualifying order and earn the Painted Seasons bundle for free, click the image below to link over to my online store! Let's have fun crafting together! 

How to create a Valentine for your manly man

Are you looking for a more masculine Valentine idea for your 'manly' man? I have a fun idea to share with you today - it is really easy to create and you man will love it especially if he loves hot-rods, choppers or loves to build things. 

What makes this Valentine masculine? First, the colors chosen: Crushed Curry and Tranquil Tide. The neutral is Very Vanilla which adds an antique neutral feel. 

The Geared Up Garage bundle and Classic Garage designer paper continue that masculine tone; don't you love the patterns in the designer paper? 

Geared Up Garage Cling Bundle
$48.50

Classic Garage 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

And because this is a Valentine's Day card for your manly man, a new hearts are in order too, using the Be Mine Stitched framelits. If you want to order these products click on any of the product photos to link over to my online store. 

Be Mine Stitched Framelits Dies
$35.00

And here's the masculine Valentine - what do you think? I think the phrase is super fun and your man will love it! Under the card photo is a list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Have fun! 

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Geared Up Garage (148590); 
• Card Stock – Crushed Curry (131199); Tranquil Tide (144246); Very Vanilla (101650); Silver Foil (132178)
• Stamp Pads – Basic Gray(149165) 
• Misc. – Classic Garage Designer Series Paper (DSP)  (148482); Garage Gears Thinlits Dies (148521); Be Mine Stitched Framelits Dies (148527); Dimensionals (104430);  Fine Tip Glue Pen (138309); Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets (144106)

Measurements:  

• Crushed Curry:8 1/2” x 5 1/2”, scored at 4 ¼”
• Tranquil Tide: 5 ¼” x 4”; scraps for hearts 
• Very Vanilla : Scraps for hearts 
• Silver Foil:  Scraps for die cut
• DSP:                       5” x 3 ¾”

  Instructions:

1. Start with die cutting your hearts.  If you want to make them easy to adhere, I recommend using the adhesive sheets –put your cardstock on it and then cut.  (I keep a container with cardstock that I’ve add the sheets to just for this purpose!)  Cut out the ones in both Very Vanilla and Tranquil Tide.  Choose the sizes you prefer (I used the 2 medium sized ones with the scallops –cut them out  together with the smaller one inside the larger one to get the heart frame.  For the green ones I used the 3 largest ones without the scallops).  
2. Die cut out the foil piece. (I also used the adhesive sheets on the back )
3. Stamp the sentiment on the Very Vanilla solid stitched heart using Basic Gray ink.
4. Attach the background hearts in whatever direction you choose by either removing the adhesive sheet backing or fine tip glue pen.
5. Attach the heart with the sentiment using dimensionals.
6. Attach the silver foil die cut on the top of the sentiment heart.
7. Stamp the inside with either an anniversary or valentines sentiment.  (If you prefer to add a sheet of very vanilla to the inside, cut a piece 5 ¼ x 4” and then stamp your sentiment)  

Why not join me in my interesting design challenge

This week's Paper Craft Crew design challenge is really interesting. Have a look below and leave a comment telling me which row catches your eye.

For me this was a challenge indeed. I decided not to create a Valentine card, even though Valentine's Day is just around the corner. 

I decided to create a vintage card instead. Which meant that I could either do the top row or the left column. 

To design my card I started with my designer paper choice. I don't have much that would be considered 'vintage' but I do have the Classic Garage designer series paper which have vintage patterns and colors:  Basic Black, Basic Gray, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Read Red, Tranquil Tide, Very Vanilla and Whisper White.

Classic Garage 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

I decided right away that I would choose a pattern that had Tranquil Tide as I wanted that to be one of my layer colors. I found the pattern that I liked and cut it as a layer as well, 1/4" smaller than Tranquil Tide. 

Then, something new, which just happens to be a die-cut too! I just got the Well Written framelits and chose to use 'happy' as the phrase on the front of my card:

Well Written Framelits Dies
$40.00

 

The rest of my card just fell into place - the layers under the 'happy' phrase and two layers to feature the phrase. I added three silver Metallics Sequins to add some sparkle and the shape of the sequins closely match the design in the paper! (tip: add the 'birthday' die-cut to the inside of the card to make it a birthday card)

Simple but oh so cute and I love the way the sequins shine in the light. I added a Basic Black Solid Baker's Twine knot up the left side and my card was done. 

If you want to see what the other design crew members created for this Tic Tac Toe challenge, click the link at the very top of this post. Give our card map challenge a try! And leave a comment under this post to let me know which row or column you might try!

Do something awesome every single day

The perfect phrase for all of us, right? And funny, but it is one of the phrases in the En Route stamp set too! 

Today I have an amazing card idea - it is colorful, has texture, angles, bright colors - it is amazing! I have said many times already that I adore the Best Route product suite - every product in the suite is fun to craft with and each goes way beyond cards. 

En Route Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$21.00

Best Route Enamel Shapes
$7.00

Maps Etc. Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
$9.00

Best Route Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

Here's the card I have been raving about - under the photo you will find a full set of instructions. 

Supplies:

• Stamp Set: En Route (146591 – wood; 146594 – clear block)
• Cardstock and Paper: Best Route Cardstock Pack (146898), Whisper White (100730), Best Route Memories & More Card Pack (147036)
• Ink: Blueberry Bushel (147138), Gray Granite (147118)
• Miscellaneous: Maps Etc. Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (146822), Best Route Enamel Shapes (146900), Best Route Washi Tape (146901), 2” Circle Punch (133782), 1-3/4” Circle Punch (119850), Layering Circles Framelits (141705), Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine (143263), SNAIL Adhesive (104332), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108), Paper Snips (103579)

 

Measurements:

• Mango Melody card base: 11” x 4-1/4”, scored at 5-1/2” the folded in half plus pieces that are 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” and 4-1/2” x 4”
• Blueberry Bushel: 3-3/4” x 5”
• Whisper White: 3-1/2” x 4-3/4” plus scrap about 1” x 4”
• Blueberry Bushel washi tape: about 3”

 

Instructions:

1. Run Mango Melody card base through Maps Etc. Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder using Big Shot. Set aside.
2. Trim three smaller cards out of the Best Route Memories & More Card Pack so two pieces are ½” wide on the long (4”) edge of the card and so one other pattern is ¾” wide. Using SNAIL adhere those on the Mango Melody scrap that is about 4-1/2” x 4” laying them down at an angle and making sure to leave a small gap between strips. Trim at an angle on one edge. Hold that piece down onto the larger Whisper White piece and mark it so you know how to trim the other end. Trim it.
3. Holding that piece back down on the Whisper White align where you want the sentiment to go, ink with Blueberry Bushel and stamp. If you don’t adhere it first, you can always redo if your stamping goes awry. Once it looks right, adhere strip piece to Whisper White with SNAIL.
4. Using Gray Granite stamp road map image onto Gray Granite cardstock and punch out with 1-3/4” Circle Punch. Using 2” Circle, punch Mango Melody. Using 2-3/8” circle die, cut out a circle from the Blueberry Bushel Memories & More card (it is the one with a white circle in the center). Adhere Gray Granite to Mango Melody with SNAIL. Adhere a strip of Blueberry Bushel Washi Tape across top of Gray Granite making sure to wrap it around back. Using SNAIL adhere that piece to the larger Blueberry Bushel circle.
5. Stamp bicycles in Blueberry Bushel along bottom of the 4” Whisper White scrap. Trim so that it’s about ½” wide. Using Paper Snips trim to create an arrow. Using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, adhere to top of circle piece.
6. Adhere Whisper White larger piece to Blueberry Bushel base with SNAIL. 
7. With Stampin’ Dimensionals, adhere circle to front of card so it is over the three diagonal strips. Also with Dimensionals, add Blueberry Bushel to card base.
8. Apply Best Route Enamel Shapes to left of sentiment.

How to wish someone a special birthday

Today's Broadway Birthday card idea is the perfect card to wish someone a special birthday! The colors and paper choices have a masculine feel and the phrase packs that wow factor. 

The products used to make this striking card come from the Broadway Bound product suite - pages 68-69 in the Annual Catalog:

Broadway Birthday Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

Metallic Pearls
$7.00

Broadway Bound Speciality Designer Series Paper
$14.00

Black 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Satin Ribbon
$7.00

 

You can save 10% on the stamp set and framelits but purchasing the bundle: #148321

Broadway Birthday Photopolymer Bundle
$41.25

 

This Broadway Birthday stamp set makes such fun card ideas - here's just one idea. Don't miss the instructions under the card photo!

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets –  Broadway Birthday (147067)
• Card Stock – Whisper White (100730) Basic Black (121045)  
• Stamp Pads – Memento Black Ink (132708)
• Misc. – LayeringCircles Framelits (141705) Candle Embellishments (146281) Black Satin ribbon (146250) Metallic Pearls (146282) Broadway Specialty Designer Paper (146277) Gold Foil paper (132622) 

 

Measurements:  

• Whisper White cardstock                       8 ½” x 5 ½: 
• Whisper white cardstock                         3 ¾” x 5” 
• Basic Back cardstock                               4” x 5 ¼” 
• Broadway Specialty Designer Paper      3.75 ” x 2.5” 
• Broadway Specialty Designer Paper      3.75 ” x 2.5” 
• Scrap white & Scrap Gold foil for circles

Instructions:

1. Score and fold the ½ sheet of Whisper White cardstock in half 
2. Adhere2.5” pieces of Broadway specialty paper to 4” piece of Basic black overlapping in proportion of print that is pleasing to you 
3. Wrap length of Black satin ribbon across front of card securing to back side of 4” piece of cardstock 
4. Adhere layered/ribboned piece of Black cardstock to front ot card
5. Stamp “Make a wish” image with Memento black ink on Whisper white cardstock
6. Die cut stamped image with layering circles framlelits 
7. Die cut Gold Foil paper with scalloped circle from layer circles 
8. Adhere Whisper White greeting circle onto scalloped Gold piece
9. Adhere greeting to card front
10. Add three Gold Metallic pearls
11. Add 3 ¾” x 5” piece of whisper white to inside of card
12. Stamp greeting of choice and or add hand written message
13. Place in envelope and hand deliver or mail to brighten someone’s birthday. 

How to make a fabulous Father's day card

Want to tell your father how fabulous he is? Then create this fabulous Father's Day card idea - quick to create but packs a wow factor!

Here's what I used to create my card - you can click on any of these small images to link over to my Online Store:

Banners For You Photopolymer Stamp Set
$27.00

Tabs For Everything Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

In Color 2018–2020 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

Banner Triple Punch
$23.00

 

 Create your own stamped banner using the Banners for You stamp set using words in the set that describe your father. Then use this banner as a layer on your card. 

 

Then add some embellishments, such as Linen Thread and Metallics Sequins.

Here's a list of what you need to make my father's day card. Why not give it a try?

Stamp set: Banners for you (141710), Tabs for Everything (143907)

Ink: Blueberry Bliss, Sahara Sand

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Blueberry Bliss: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; scrap 2 3/4" x 2"
          Sahara Sand: 4" x 1 7/8"
          In Color designer series paper (Blueberry Bliss polka dots): 5 1/4" x 4"
          Whisper White: 3 1/2" x 1"

Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Bunch of Banners framelits (141488), Stampin' Dimensionals, Metallics Sequins, Linen Thread, Fine-Tip Glue pen

Wow your dad with this outstanding card

Father's Day is almost here so why not make this outstanding Father's Day card to show him how special he is!

Introducing the brand new Lined Alphabet bundle - a set of 38 stamps + 34 edgelit dies! The beauty of this bundle is the unlimited number of words you can create - you design the combos you need!

Lined Alphabet Photopolymer Bundle
$143.00

Tabs For Everything Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

 

Click here to shop at my Online Store = USA

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This bundle has so many amazing possibilities for creating words. This week I am going to show you how to diecut letters after you have stamped them to make this outstanding Father's Day card. (see my video below)

 

Stamp sets: Lined Alphabet (bundle and save 10% 148390), Tabs for Everything (143907)

Ink: Night of Navy, Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Night of Navy dark (1440439), Smoky Slate dark (145055)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Night of Navy: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
          Smoky Slate: two strips: 1/4" x 4 1/4"
          Whisper White: 2" x 41/4"; 1 1/2" x 3"

Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, SNAIL adhesive

Here's my video - enjoy!

 

 

Why you need to see June's amazing crafting kit!

Because perfectly coordinated products have always been one of Stampin’ Up!’s key strengths—and the June kit is something amazing you can enjoy—we designed June’s Paper Pumpkin kit as a stepping stone to the spectacular Broadway Bound suite on p. 68–69 of the 2018–2019 annual catalog. Wooh!

Our uniquely designed June kit and coordinating suite expands your crafting experience from a single kit to creating with a full range of products offered by Stampin’ Up! . . . and this in turn opens the door to you being able to discover more about Stampin’ Up!’s full product line.

Paper Pumpkin is perfect for both new and expert crafters! Each month a fully designed project kit arrives in a delightful box filled with stamps, ink, and paper—everything cut and ready to go so you can skip to the fun. Just think of it as creativity in a box.

Click here to subscribe! (Subscribe by June 10th to get the June kit)

Here are 5 reasons why you should consider a subscription:

• For a wannabe crafters who don’t know where to start: it’s all-inclusive, quick to assemble, and inexpensive.

• For people who want to attend a stamping event but haven’t yet: try this convenient and totally flexible subscription.

• For the long distance or busy customers: Paper Pumpkin is like a class that comes to you every month.

• For a hardcore crafters: you'll enjoy the monthly creative surprise, the stamps to use on a variety of projects, and stepping up the projects from the kits.

• For people who want a built-in reason to get together: Paper Pumpkin can be the perfect reason to enjoy a fun project and each others’ company. 

Want to learn more? Click here! 

Want to see one of our recent kits? Read on!

With Father’s Day is right around the corner, and whether your favorite guys are sports fans or outdoorsmen or techie nerds, they’ll never tire of getting a handwritten “I love you” in big, swirly letters on their special day, especially inside a card made by you.

Watch the Manly Moments unboxing video now so you can see what this kit was all about!

 

How to create an unusual masculine card

This week I am so excited my card idea and video tutorial showing you how to create an unusual masculine card layout idea! I chose the Truly Tailored bundle and left over pieces of the True Gentleman paper. 

This bundle is the perfect set of products to create Father's Day cards! The stamp set is only available until May 31st but the punch will be in the next annual catalog. Click here to link to my online store. 

 

Truly Tailored Clear-Mount Bundle
$34.00

 

Here's my card. I added a layer of Very Vanilla card stock with a strip of different True Gentleman paper at the bottom:

 

 

  

Truly Tailored Father's Day card

Stamp set: Truly Tailored (bundle with the punch to save 10%: 147752

Ink: Tranquil Tide

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Truly Tailored: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
          True Gentleman paper (145593): 4" x 1 3/4"
          Chocolate Chip: two pieces 2 3/4" x 2"
          Very Vanilla:  three pieces 2 3/4" x 2"
          Night of Navy: two pieces  2 3/4" x 2"

Accessories: Big Shot, Seaside embossing folder (141481), Tear & Tape adhesive, SNAIL adhesive, Night of Navy Corduroy ribbon #145597 (13"), Stampin' Dimensionals

And here's my video tutorial: thanks for watching! 

 

How to rock an unusual masculine birthday card

This week a friend is celebrating his birthday and I thought you might like to see the birthday card I created for him. I chose my Truly Tailored bundle and my Stitched Shapes framelits to create his card, along with colors I prefer to use for masculine birthday cards:

Truly Tailored Clear-Mount Bundle
$34.00

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies
$30.00

 

My goal is sharing this card is to show that you don't need a lot of products to create a masculine birthday card and that it takes just a few minutes to create one too. I feel that the layout is also a fun way to rock a masculine card idea and several punches from scraps takes no time at all. 

Don't miss a full list of supplies and my video tutorial underneath the card photo below. And if you want to order the Truly Tailored bundle before it retires on May 31st, click here to link over to my Online Store. 

 I angled the photo so you can have a peek at the inside of my card - using another Always Artichoke punched shape:

 

 Truly Tailored Birthday card 

Stamp set: Truly Tailored (bundle #147752)

Markers: Always Artichoke, Basic Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Basic Black: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3 3/4" x 5"; 2 3/4" square
          Whisper White: 3" square
          Always Artichoke: scraps 2 3/4" x 2"
          Crumb Cake: scraps 2 3/4" x 2"; 2" square

Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Stitched Shapes framelits dies (145373), SNAIL adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video tutorial - listen for my tips about additional elements you can use to add extra visual interest:

How to make a masculine, nautical card

I seem to be on a masculine card kick lately, have you noticed? I think it is because some of my new sets are masculine in nature and I love using them. 

This week I show you now to use your You Are My Anchor Paper Pumpkin kit stamp set and create a unique idea using it - a masculine card that could show friendship or love. 

Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit program - you subscribe here and every month you are mailed a kit that is completely unique and has all the pieces you need to make a bunch of fun projects!

Here's the April kit, You Are My Anchor - so you can see what one kit looks like (each is unique) and the set I used for today's card and video tutorial:

Doesn't the stamp set make you think of beach themed cards and scrapbook pages too? 

When designing my card I chose one simple set of framelits: Stitched Shapes. It has a stitched edge around each framelit which makes me think nautical as well. 

Here's my card - I explain how I made the background layer on my video - don't miss it underneath the card photo:

Stamp set: You Are My Anchor

Ink: Poppy Parade, Night of Navy

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Poppy Parade: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 6 strips 1/4" x 5"
          Night of Navy: 4 1/4" x 3 1/4"; 6 strips 1/4" x 5"
          Whisper White: 3" x 4"; 1/4" x 2 3/4" (for phrase); 2 3/4" square (for die-cut circle)

Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Stitched Shapes framelits (145372), SNAIL adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video - enjoy!

Surprise the gentlemen in your life

I am so happy I purchased the Truly Tailored bundle in the Occasions catalog. It is so much fun to craft with - who knew! I often struggle creating masculine card but this bundle makes crafting card for men a breeze!

Truly Tailored Clear-Mount Bundle
$34.00

Woodland Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
$8.50

 

For my card base I wanted something other than designer paper as a layer or direct stamping onto the Crumb Cake. So I used my Big Shot and Woodland embossing folder to add a subtle touch in the background - something that would not compete with the stamped layer but would have a masculine touch. 

After I stamped the Very Vanilla layer using the phrase and other elements in the Truly Tailored stamp set, I set it aside for a bit thinking that something was missing. After a bit of thinking I ended up stamping the mustache and bow tie a second time on scrap Very Vanilla and layering it on top of the original. You can't see it well in my photo but it does add a bit of extra visual interest on the card. 

Here's my card - what do you think? (add a comment under this blog post - I love hearing from you!)

Remember that the Truly Tailored bundle is available (with at 10% discount!) only until May 31st. Perfect timing for Father's Day! Click here to link over to my Online Store!

How to tell someone they look sharp

Hi all! One of the most common requests I get is to show how to make cards for men and with Father's Day is creeping up slowly I thought I would create a video tutorial to show one card idea using the Truly Tailored bundle, found on page 45 of the Occasions catalog. 

I really like this bundle but it doesn't require the Big Shot - you can stamp, punch, assemble and mail! But as every week I share a card idea using the Big Shot I combined this bundle with the Stitched Shapes framelits to add a fun detail to my card. 

At the end of my video I share some additional ideas - so don't miss these extra fun card tips. 

Here's what I used to make my card - you can click on any of these photos to link over to my online store - remember these products will retire forever on May 31st and some are only available as supplies last. So don't delay and be disappointed. 

Truly Tailored Clear-Mount Bundle
$34.00

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies
$30.00

Truly Tailored birthday card 

On my video, I share all product information and cutting dimensions - enjoy!

Tell your epic Valentine they are simply awesome

Today I have one final Valentine to share with you. One that is the perfect way to tell your Valentine they are epic and awesome. The Epic Celebrations stamp set is the perfect choice with its masculine elements that are fun to color using your Stampin' Blends. 

This card takes only minutes to create and your Valentine will love to open it tomorrow, knowing that it was made especially for them! Don't forget that Epic Celebrations is free with a $50 (60 Euro) order during Sale-a-bration (ending March 31st). So if you don't have this set yet, place a qualifying order so you can make it in time for Father's Day or perhaps a son's birthday. 

Here are some of the supplies used to make this card - and there is a full set of instructions under the card photo to save you time and effort!

Epic Celebrations Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$0.00

Smoky Slate Light Stampin' Blends Marker
$4.50

Pool Party Dark Stampin' Blends Marker
$4.50

Bermuda Bay Light Stampin' Blends Marker
$4.50

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies
$30.00

 

Epic Celebrations Valentine

Supplies:

Stamp Sets: Epic Celebrations (147236 - clear mount; 147232 - wood mount)

Inks: Tuxedo Black Memento Pad (132708), Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad (131171), Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad (126982), Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Write Marker (144033 for set of 2017-2019 In Color Markers), Light Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blend Marker (145054), Dark Pool Party Stampin’ Blend Marker (144594) & Light Bermuda Bay Stampin’ Blend Marker (144580)

Paper: Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Bermuda Bay (131197) & Pool Party (122924) Cardstock 

Embellishments: Lemon Lime Twist 1/2” Finely Woven Ribbon (144135)

Other: Fast Fuse Adhesive (129026), Big Shot (143263), Stitched Shapes Framelits (145372), 1-1/2” Circle Punch (138299), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Simply Scored Scoring Tool (122234), Paper Snips (103579)

Measurements:

• Bermuda Bay: 5-1/2” x 8-1/2”, scored and folded at 4-1/4”;
• Whisper White: 5-1/4” x 4”, 3”x3” and scrap for the smaller sentiment circle
• Pool Party:  5-1/2” x 1-1/4” 

Instructions:

1. Using the shoe image and Bermuda Bay ink, stamp the shoes in a random pattern on the front card panel.  Stamp an additional pair of shoes in the bottom right corner of the Whisper White cardstock.  Clean the stamp.
2. Stamp the shoe image on the 3”x3” piece of Whisper White cardstock using Memento Ink.
3. Colour the soles of the shoes using the Light Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blend marker.
4. Colour both of the shoes (except for the laces) with the Dark Pool Party Stampin’ Blend marker.  Using the Light Bermuda Bay Stampin’ Blend marker, add a line of colour around the tip of the left shoe, and the sides of the shoe tongues.  Blend out the lines using the Light Pool Party Stampin’ Blend marker.
5. Colour the shoe laces using the Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Write Marker.
6. Die cut the shoe image using the large circle from the Stitched Shapes Framelits.
7. Stamp the dot image from the set in a random pattern all over the piece of Pool Party cardstock, using Pool Party ink.  
8. Using Memento ink, stamp the sentiment on a piece of scrap Whisper White cardstock.  Punch with the 1-1/2” Circle Punch.  You will cut off part of the word ‘awesome’.  Clean the stamp and stamp the sentiment again on scrap paper using Bermuda Bay ink.  Cut out the word ‘awesome’ using your Paper Snips, and glue it to your punched sentiment.
9. Cut a 6” piece of Lemon Lime Twist ribbon.  Glue this to the back of the piece of Pool Party cardstock so that about 1/3” of the ribbon is hidden behind the cardstock.  Using your Fast Fuse, glue the entire layer to the card base.  Cut the excess ribbon off with your Paper Snips.
10. Adhere your main image to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals, and the sentiment flat to the card using Fast Fuse.  Glue the large piece of Whisper White cardstock to the inside of your card.

How to create wicked masculine cards

There's a new bundle in the Occasions catalog (pages 44-45) that will help you make wicked masculine cards! Introducing the True Gentleman product suite: classic patterns and elongated hexagons that make this suite tasteful, tailored and irresistible!

 

Truly Tailored Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$20.00

True Gentleman Designer Series Paper
$11.00

Tailored Tag Punch
$18.00

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Truly Tailored card

Here's how to make this wickedly simple card:

• Supplies:  Truly Tailored (145735 clear, or 145732 wood)
• Paper – Very Vanilla (101650); Tranquil Tide (144246); Night of Navy  (100867)
• Stamp Pads – Tranquil Tide (144085); Night of Navy (126970)
• Misc.- True Gentleman Designer Series Paper (145593); Tailored Tag Punch (145667); Stampin' Dimensionals (104430); Paper Snips (15379); Stampin' Trimmer (126889); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

 

Measurements:  

• Night of Navy 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
• Tranquil Tide:  3-7/8" x 5-1/8", scrap
• Very Vanilla: 3-3/4" x 5", scraps
• True Gentleman DSP: 5/8" x 6", 1/2" x 4", 3/8" x 3"

 

Instructions:

1. Adhere the DSP strips diagonally at the bottom of the Very Vanilla layer, trim excess.
2. Add this to the layer of Tranquil Tide and then to the card base.
3. Stamp main image once in Tranquil Tide and once in Night of Navy on scraps of Very Vanilla.
4. Crop the Night of Navy image and a scrap of Tranquil Tide with the Tailored Punch.
5. Trim around the stamped image and then layer onto the Tranquil Tide piece with Stampin' Dimensionals. 
6. Fussy cut the word "sharp" from the stamped Tranquil Tide image and adhere over the Night of Navy word.
7. Stamp the bow tie in Tranquil Tide on a scrap of Very Vanilla, fussy cut and add to the main image.