Beautiful Thistle for Tic Tac Toe Challenge #201

Happy Thursday!  Today is a big milestone for me….it’s my 1,000th blog post!!! For someone who considers herself “technology challenged” this is reason to celebrate! I couldn’t have done it without my amazing daughter who set up my blog and is always patient with me when I call for help. Leave a comment below for a chance to win some blog candy!

It’s time for another Tic Tac Toe Challenge! Today’s card is a fun fold featuring the Beautiful Thistle Bundle.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Thistle fun fold Thinking of you card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Here is this weeks Tic Tac Toe Challenge board.
Tic Tac Toe Challenge #tttc201-juststampin.com-Jeanie Stark Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
I chose the bottom row: gems, watercolor, floral
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Thistle fun fold thinking of you card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Measurements

  • Card Base (Gorgeous Grape): 4 1/4 x 11
  • DSP Panels (Highland Heather from Subtles 6×6  Designer Series Paper Assortment): 2 1/8 x 4 3/8, Cut 2 @ 3/4 x 4
  • Basic White: Cut 2 @ 7/8 x 4 3/8 (emboss with crosshatch 3D Embossing folder), 4 x 4 1/4 for the back, scrap to stamp and fussy cut sentiment on front

I stamped the flowers on Shimmery White cardstock with Stazon Ink. I used Granny Apple Green and Gorgeous Grape to watercolor the flowers.  I love the Stampin’ Up! water painters! They make it so easy to watercolor. Add a few drops of ink refill inside the lid of the ink pads, mix with a water painter, and color. I cut the flowers out with the coordinating dies. The large flower is popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals on the front of my card. I adhered the smaller flower on the back of my card.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Thistle fun fold thinking of you card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
You can view the complete list of products used below.

I haven’t made this “stand up” fun fold card in awhile.  You can click HERE for the photo tutorial and view two other versions of this card.

I hope you enjoyed today’s project for the Tic Tac Toe challenge and that you’ll check out all the fabulous creations from this week’s design team.  We would love to have you join us! The challenge boards are always full of fun elements that will surely spark your creativity. Pick 3 and play along!
visit juststampin.com for inspiration and more - Jeanie Stark Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
I have been celebrating my 10th Anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator this month with 10 Days of Giveaways. I have enjoyed sharing some of my favorite products, exclusive tutorials, card kits and more! I appreciate everyone who helped me celebrate by taking the time to leave comments, participate in my card swap, shop from my online store, purchase my card kit, adhesive tote, etc. You inspire me to keep doing what I do!

Let’s get to the final winner…Bernice P.! Congratulations Bernice! Email me your address and I will mail you the card kit to make the Irresistible Blooms fun fold card featured on my blog yesterday.

Here are all the winners in my 10 Days of Giveaways!
Day 1- Dawne– Hello, Irresistible card kit & tutorial featured HERE.
Day 2 – Mary Hopfner – bay window fun fold card kit featured HERE.
Day 3 –Nancy H. – Paper Pumpkin Box of goodies
Day 4 – EVERYONE who participates in my birthday card swap! Click HERE for details. *Please leave a comment if you plan to participate so I can make a card for you. Reminder…If you signed up to participate, your card needs to arrive in the mail to me by March 24th.
Day 5 – Pat V.- 3D embossing folder and ribbon
Day 6 – Carol Busby – Just Stampin’ Fun Fold Card Kit & 3D Project Buffet
Day 7- Chris from Pella- 10 note cards & envelopes
Day 8 -Juleen Henderson – Set of card bases and more of each of the retiring 2021-2023 In Colors.
Day 9 – Barb E.- Kit to create the nugget treat holder featured HERE.
Day 10- Bernice P.- Card Kit to create Irresistible Blooms fun fold card featured HERE.
*You must email me (j.stark@goeaston.net) with your address to claim your prize!

Would you like another chance to win? Of course you do!  In honor of my 1,000th blog post today I’m giving away 10 of my handmade cards AND the Scenic Garden (exclusive HOST) stamp set! Leave a comment below to enter today’s drawing!

Have a great day!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

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Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR

Just Stampin’ Rewards
I appreciate each and every order! Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me in March:

  • Handmade thank you card in the mail with any order.
  • 10 FREE Tutorials (in honor of my 10th anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator) featuring the Irresistible Blooms Bundle when you purchase the bundle from me in March. You’ll have 10 project ideas to start creating right away! You will also receive a card kit to create one of the cards featured in the tutorial.*Remember to add the current host code when you check out. Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR
     *Click on the image below to purchase.

  • Mystery Box– This is a gift from me to you when you place a $100 order with me (before tax and shipping) using the host code. Mystery boxes are filled with retired Stampin’ Up! products like stamps, dies, paper, punches, accessories, and more. You’ll also receive a handmade party favor (in honor of my birthday this month).I am de-stashing my craft area and this is a way to celebrate and share my retired products with you!

SPECIAL OFFER!!! Make sure you have the right “tools” for the job! Stampin Up! Adhesives in a special tote provided by Jeanie Stark www.juststampin.com - visit my blog for more information and a FREE gift.
Just Stampin’ Adhesive Tote
I’ve included my most used “go to” adhesives that I use for my card and 3D projects! This zipper tote includes:

  • Stampin’ Dimensionals
  • Tear & Tape
  • Mini Glue Dots
  • Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • Stampin’ SEAL
  • Stampin’ SEAL refill
  • My Favorite Precision Tip Applicator (Non Stampin Up!) *Just fill with Multipurpose Liquid Glue for your fine-tip projects (adhering small embellishments and detailed die cuts).
    Precision-tip Applicator- my choice for fine tip glue- visit juststampin.com for details. Jeanie Stark Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Cost: $45 (*Includes shipping & handling plus FREE zipper tote and 12 sheets of 6×6 Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper shown below.)
Stampin' Up! Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper - visit juststampin.com to get a FREE sample with purchase of my Adhesive Tote- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Put your adhesives to use right away making fun projects with this DSP!
Email me (j.stark@goeaston.net) with “Adhesive Tote” in the subject line. *Make sure you include your mailing address! Then send payment through PayPal. To do this, go to paypal.com, sign in or register for an account, click “Send” and fill in my email address (j.stark@goeaston.net). Fill in the amount ($45 which includes shipping), and Continue. If you do not use PayPal, you may send me a check.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Thistle fun fold thinking of you card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
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Celebrate with Me… It’s Your Day with Irresistible Blooms

Thanks for stopping by and helping me celebrate my 10th anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator this month. Don’t forget to leave a comment to enter my 10 Days of Giveaways! I love sharing some of my favorite products, exclusive tutorials, card kits and more! Welcome to Day 10! Today’s project is a fun fold card with a different take on a traditional Z fold.
Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms fun fold birthday, congratulations, graduation card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I love how this card can stand to display and how it opens from the bottom. It gives new meaning to “fun fold”!
Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms fun fold birthday, congratulations, graduation card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
There’s plenty of space to stamp a sentiment or write a personal message.
Stampin' Up! Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection- visit juststampin.com for inspiration and ordering information for this online exclusive collection- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I love everything about the Hello, Irresistible Suite ( an online exclusive)…the dies, sentiments, different fonts, variety of stamps, and especially how you can use the dies to cut flowers and leaves from the gorgeous Hello, Irresistible Designer Series Paper. Artistic and colorful designs with a touch of elegance, that’s what the Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection is all about! Perfect for all-occasion projects, you can elevate your cards and paper crafts by combining an artistic paper full of florals and color washes with coordinating stamps and die-cut images. The suite also includes elegant greetings and cute colorful embellishments. This suite collection will give you everything you need to create irresistible projects that make smiles bloom!
Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms fun fold birthday, congratulations, graduation card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
The tutorial to make this card along with 9 more (for a total of 10 in honor of my 10th anniversary) are part of my monthly rewards when you shop with me.  Check out my Just Stampin’ Rewards below.

My inspiration for today’s project came from a Christmas card I made back in 2020.

Stampin' Up! Arrange A Wreath fun fold Christmas card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Today’s card features one of my favorite colors from the past (Lost Lagoon) that will be making a comeback in the new 2023 annual catalog (in May). Is there a retired color that you would like to see come back?  Leave a comment below to enter today’s drawing. You could be the final winner in my 10 Days of Giveaways!

Let’s get to today’s random winner…. Barb E.! Congratulations Barb ! Email me your address and I will mail you the kit to create the nugget treat holder featured HERE.

Here are our winners so far!
Day 1- Dawne– Hello, Irresistible card kit & tutorial
Day 2 – Mary Hopfner – bay window fun fold card kit
Day 3 –Nancy H. – Paper Pumpkin Box
Day 4 – EVERYONE who participates in my birthday card swap! Click HERE for details. *Please leave a comment if you plan to participate so I can make a card for you. Reminder…If you signed up to participate, your card needs to arrive in the mail to me by March 24th.
Day 5 – Pat V.- 3D embossing folder and ribbon
Day 6 – Carol Busby – Just Stampin’ Fun Fold Card Kit & 3D Project Buffet
Day 7- Chris from Pella- 10 note cards & envelopes
Day 8 -Juleen Henderson – Set of card bases and more of each of the retiring 2021-2023 In Colors.
Day 9 – Barb E.- Kit to create the nugget treat holder featured HERE.

Have a great day!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

Click HERE to Shop 24/7

Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR

Just Stampin’ Rewards
I appreciate each and every order! Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me in March:

  • Handmade thank you card in the mail with any order.
  • 10 FREE Tutorials (in honor of my 10th anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator) featuring the Irresistible Blooms Bundle when you purchase the bundle from me in March. You’ll have 10 project ideas to start creating right away! You will also receive a card kit to create one of the cards featured in the tutorial.*Remember to add the current host code when you check out. Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR
     *Click on the image below to purchase.

  • Mystery Box– This is a gift from me to you when you place a $100 order with me (before tax and shipping) using the host code. Mystery boxes are filled with retired Stampin’ Up! products like stamps, dies, paper, punches, accessories, and more. You’ll also receive a handmade party favor (in honor of my birthday this month).I am de-stashing my craft area and this is a way to celebrate and share my retired products with you!

SPECIAL OFFER!!! Make sure you have the right “tools” for the job! Stampin Up! Adhesives in a special tote provided by Jeanie Stark www.juststampin.com - visit my blog for more information and a FREE gift.
Just Stampin’ Adhesive Tote
I’ve included my most used “go to” adhesives that I use for my card and 3D projects! This zipper tote includes:

  • Stampin’ Dimensionals
  • Tear & Tape
  • Mini Glue Dots
  • Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • Stampin’ SEAL
  • Stampin’ SEAL refill
  • My Favorite Precision Tip Applicator (Non Stampin Up!) *Just fill with Multipurpose Liquid Glue for your fine-tip projects (adhering small embellishments and detailed die cuts).
    Precision-tip Applicator- my choice for fine tip glue- visit juststampin.com for details. Jeanie Stark Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Cost: $45 (*Includes shipping & handling plus FREE zipper tote and 12 sheets of 6×6 Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper shown below.)
Stampin' Up! Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper - visit juststampin.com to get a FREE sample with purchase of my Adhesive Tote- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Put your adhesives to use right away making fun projects with this DSP!
Email me (j.stark@goeaston.net) with “Adhesive Tote” in the subject line. *Make sure you include your mailing address! Then send payment through PayPal. To do this, go to paypal.com, sign in or register for an account, click “Send” and fill in my email address (j.stark@goeaston.net). Fill in the amount ($45 which includes shipping), and Continue. If you do not use PayPal, you may send me a check.Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms fun fold birthday, congratulations, graduation card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
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Celebrate With Me – Retiring In Colors

Thanks for stopping by and helping me celebrate my 10th anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator this month. Don’t forget to leave a comment to enter my 10 Days of Giveaways! I love sharing some of my favorite products, exclusive tutorials, card kits and more! Welcome to Day 8! Today’s project is a favorite fun fold design (that can be vertical or horizontal) using the retiring 2021-2023 In Colors.
Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card ideas-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Here’s my original project that provided the inspiration for today’s card…the 2018-2020 In Colors.
Stampin' Up! Stitched Labels Dies and 2018-2020 In Color fun fold card ideas for friend, get well, thank you, birthday, and more - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
This fun fold was one of the cards that was included in my Just Stampin’ Card Kit To Go back in May 2020. I always include at least one fun fold card in each of my monthly kits. I made 5 different versions to show the versatility of my card kits.  I create them so that you can use any stamp set you already have to add a sentiment.  There’s so many possibilities for adding the flower depending on whatever sentiment you use. All you have to do it stamp and adhere! My card kits include everything you need to create…all cut, scored, and ready to assemble. Plus you can refer to the tutorials to create more on your own!

Here’s a look at each of the 2021-2023 In Colors (which will be retiring in April).

Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card idea with Pansy Patch and Painted Labels Dies-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Polished Pink
Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card idea with Irresistible Blooms and Painted Labels Dies-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Evening Evergreen
Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card idea with Framed Florets and Painted Labels Dies-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Fresh Freesia
Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card idea with Petal Park builder Punch and Painted Labels Dies-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Pale Papaya
Stampin" Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card idea with Peaceful Moments and Petal Oark Builder Punch-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Soft Succulent

Make sure you have ink refills, and your favorite color cardstock so you can keep creating with these colors before they retire! *These usually sell out fast!!!!

Which color will you miss the most? Leave a comment below to enter today’s drawing. You could be the next winner in my 10 Days of Giveaways!

Let’s get to today’s random winner…. Chris from Pella! Congratulations Chris! Email me your address and I will mail you an assortment of 10 Stampin’ Up! note cards & envelopes.

Here are our winners so far!
Day 1- Dawne– Hello, Irresistible card kit & tutorial
Day 2 – Mary Hopfner – bay window fun fold card kit
Day 3 –Nancy H. – Paper Pumpkin Box
Day 4 – EVERYONE who participates in my birthday card swap! Click HERE for details. *Please leave a comment if you plan to participate so I can make a card for you. Reminder…If you signed up to participate, it’s time to get your card made and in the mail to me.
Day 5 – Pat V.- 3D embossing folder and ribbon
Day 6 – Carol Busby – Just Stampin’ Fun Fold Card Kit & 3D Project Buffet
Day 7- Chris from Pella- 10 note cards & envelopes (to create cards like those shown HERE).

Want to receive my Just Stampin’ Fun Fold Card Kit and 3D Project Buffet to go this month? Click HERE for all the details. I have just a few spots remaining for this month’s kit!

Have a great day!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

Click HERE to Shop 24/7

Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR

Just Stampin’ Rewards
I appreciate each and every order! Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me in March:

  • Handmade thank you card in the mail with any order.
  • 10 FREE Tutorials (in honor of my 10th anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator) featuring the Hello, Irresistible Bundle when you purchase the bundle from me in March. You’ll have 10 project ideas to start creating right away! You will also receive a card kit to create one of the cards featured in the tutorial.*Remember to add the current host code when you check out. Current Host Code: BQC9CMAR
     *Click on the image below to purchase.

  • Mystery Box– This is a gift from me to you when you place a $100 order with me (before tax and shipping) using the host code. Mystery boxes are filled with retired Stampin’ Up! products like stamps, dies, paper, punches, accessories, and more. You’ll also receive a handmade party favor (in honor of my birthday this month).I am de-stashing my craft area and this is a way to celebrate and share my retired products with you!

SPECIAL OFFER!!! Make sure you have the right “tools” for the job! Stampin Up! Adhesives in a special tote provided by Jeanie Stark www.juststampin.com - visit my blog for more information and a FREE gift.
Just Stampin’ Adhesive Tote
I’ve included my most used “go to” adhesives that I use for my card and 3D projects! This zipper tote includes:

  • Stampin’ Dimensionals
  • Tear & Tape
  • Mini Glue Dots
  • Multipurpose Liquid Glue
  • Stampin’ SEAL
  • Stampin’ SEAL refill
  • My Favorite Precision Tip Applicator (Non Stampin Up!) *Just fill with Multipurpose Liquid Glue for your fine-tip projects (adhering small embellishments and detailed die cuts).

Cost: $45 (*Includes shipping & handling plus FREE zipper tote and 12 sheets of 6×6 Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper shown below.)
Stampin' Up! Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper - visit juststampin.com to get a FREE sample with purchase of my Adhesive Tote- Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Put your adhesives to use right away making fun projects with this DSP!
Email me (j.stark@goeaston.net) with “Adhesive Tote” in the subject line. *Make sure you include your mailing address! Then send payment through PayPal. To do this, go to paypal.com, sign in or register for an account, click “Send” and fill in my email address (j.stark@goeaston.net). Fill in the amount ($45 which includes shipping), and Continue. If you do not use PayPal, you may send me a check.

Stampin' Up! 2021-2023 In Color fun fold card ideas with Petal Park Builder Punch and Painted labels Dies- jeanie Stark StampinUp
Stamp Sets shown:
Irresistible Blooms, Pansy Patch, Framed Florets, Peaceful Moments, Petal Park (flowers)
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