D is for DSP

February 23, 2018May 13, 2019 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ 19 Comments

Welcome to my ABC “Sale-A-Bration” Series! This series showcases products from the 2018 Occasions catalog and Sale-A-Bration brochures. Today is all about one of my new favorite Designer Series Paper (aka DSP), The Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper. You can get this paper pack for FREE with a qualifying order. You get 12 sheets of 12 x 12 Spring-inspired paper with foil designs (3 each of 4 single-sided designs in Gold foil, Rose Gold foil. and Silver foil).

Stampin Up Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper - Free during Sale-A-Bration with a qualifying order - Visit my blog www.juststampin.com -Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I have been enjoying some “coloring therapy” lately. I love my Stampin’ Blends and used them to color the beautiful designs on the DSP.

Stampin Up Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper Birthday card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Both of these cards showcase simple layouts that you can use again and again with different DSP and sentiments.

Stampin Up Butterfly Basics stamp set and Springtime Foils Designer Series Paper Birthday card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

The sentiment on this card from Butterfly Basics. It is so versatile and can be used for birthday, Easter, Mother’s Day, Get Well, etc. I like the Powder Pink with the Rose Gold foil. The DSP measures 3 1/4 x 3 1/2 and the layer is 1/8″more. I used the Layering Ovals Framelits to cut and layer my stamped sentiment. I colored the flower from the DSP using Old Olive and Pink Pirouette Blends. I fussy cut it out and adhered with Stampin Dimensionals. Clean & Simple!

Stampin Up Butterfly Basics Stamp Set and Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper Birthday card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

My next card showcases the other two patterns from this DSP as well as my favorite dies from Sale-A-Bration, Celebrate You.

Stampin Up Celebrate You Thinlits and Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper All Occasion Celebrate card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

This is another clean & simple card design. It’s just 2 pieces of DSP ( 2 x 4) with a ribbon in the middle to cover the seam. (You could add a banner instead of the ribbon.) I love the Celebrate word die as it can be used for many different occasions. The silver foil die ties in with the foil in the DSP as well as the metallic ribbon. I added a couple of vellum punched leaves behind the sentiment.

Stampin Up Celebrate You Thinlits and Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper All Occasion Celebrate card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I used the Pool Party Blends to color the leaves to tie in with the card base.

Stampin Up Celebrate You Thinlits and Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper All Occasion Celebrate card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Here’s another version of this card. It could be for a wedding, shower, engagement, or anniversary. I added the die cut heart from Sunshine Wishes Thinlits and a couple of metallic enamel hearts. Quick & easy!

Stampin Up Celebrate You Thinlits and Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper Wedding or Anniversary card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Previously, I shared some cards I colored using the Petal Passion Designer Series Paper (another favorite of mine!). Click HERE to view.

Here’s a peek at all the new Designer Series Paper from the Occasions Catalog.

It’s no secret that I love DSP! I actually did a whole alphabet series on DSP! Here are links to several posts I did that show how to cut 6 x 6 and 12 x 12 DSP to make the most use of your paper. *The first link takes you to my first alphabet series, ABC’s of Stampin’ (which is a great series for anyone new to stamping). It also shows how I organize my DSP.

D is for Designer Series Paper

B is for Blooms & Bliss DSP

D is for Dapper Denim DSP

O is for One Sheet Wonder with DSP

Y is for Shades of Yellow

If you want to view the whole alphabet series with DSP, go to categories and click ABC’s with DSP. It will start with Z and go backwards. *If you want to start with A, go to archives and begin at October 3, 2016.

Here’s another look at today’s cards. Do you have a favorite?

You can purchase the products used to make today’s card from my online store. Click on the images below or Click HERE to shop.

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Have a Delightful Day!

Just Stampin’

Jeanie

Product List

Butterfly Basics Clear Stamp Set [138816] $36.00	Celebrate You Thinlit Dies [146840] $0.00	Sunshine Wishes Thinlits Dies [141489] $27.00	Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper [147193] $0.00
Silver Foil Sheets [132178] $4.00	Pool Party 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [122924] $8.00	Pink Pirouette 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [111351] $8.00	Vellum 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [101856] $8.00
Pink Pirouette Classic Stampin’ Pad [126956] $6.50	Pool Party Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144605] $9.00	Pink Pirouette Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144604] $9.00	Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00
Silver 3/8″ Metallic-Edge Ribbon [144213] $7.00	Metallic Enamel Shapes [141678] $7.00	Leaf Punch [144667] $16.00	Paper Snips Scissors [103579] $10.00
Big Shot [143263] $110.00	Fast Fuse Adhesive [129026] $10.00	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755] $4.00	Glue Dots [103683] $5.25
Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301] $6.50

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Blossoming Basket for Tic Tac Toe Challenge #36

February 22, 2018February 25, 2018 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ 13 Comments

Stampin Up Blossoming Basket Bundle All Occasion card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Today’s card features the new Blossoming Basket Bundle which is FREE during Sale-A-Bration with a qualifying order! This is such a versatile set as it can be used for just about any occasion…birthday, sympathy, get well, thank you…or just a card to give someone with a bouquet (or basket) of flowers to let them know you’re thinking of them.

I stamped the basket on Whisper White with Tuxedo Black Memento Ink. I used Stampin’ Blends (Stampin’ Up!’s premier alcohol markers) to color. Oh what fun it is to color with these markers! It is so easy and it amazes me every time! It makes me feel like an artist the way they add depth and shading. I realize these markers are a bit of an investment but trust me, it will be money well spent! You don’t need to start out with all of them. Get Old Olive and one or two of your favorite colors along with the Color Lifter to start. I do recommend buying the combo packs so you have the light and dark shades of each color. If you want to see more projects I’ve shared using the Stampin’ Blends Click HERE or HERE.

I wanted to be able to use this card for any occasion so I only inked up part of the sentiment (for you). That leaves me free to use any sentiment on the inside depending on occasion. I often make cards and leave the inside blank until I know who the recipient will be. I can’t wait to get my Stamparatus this week! I will be stamping a bunch of these baskets to color. Research has shown how therapeutic coloring can be (which is probably why adult coloring has become the rage). It is definitely my therapy of choice! (Not that I don’t appreciate the progress I have made due to my Physical Therapists but, coloring is pain free!)

The other feature of this bundle is the Basket Weave Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. WOW! Not only is that a mouthful but it really is dynamic! It adds so much texture to a project! This is a thick embossing folder so you only use one clear plate instead of two when making your “sandwich” for the Big Shot. I embossed the front of my Crumb Cake card base. Here’s a close up so you can really see the texture!

Stampin Up Blossoming Basket Bundle card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Check out this short video from Stampin’ Up! showcasing this bundle.

I knew I had to have this stamp set and embossing folder the minute I saw it! I love baskets and have a collection in my craft room where I store many of my Stampin’ Up supplies to keep them organized and handy.

This card would have been great for my alphabet series…B is for Blossoming Basket Bundle and Blends; however, I made it using elements from this week’s Tic Tac Toe Challenge! I went right down the middle with butterfly, green, twine. It really is fun choosing elements from the board to create! I hope you will give it a try and play along! You can click on the board to see what the rest of the design team created and to share your project.

Here’s another look at today’s card and matching envelope.

Stampin Up Blossoming Basket Bundle card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

You can purchase the products used to create today’s card from my online store.

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Have a wonderful day!

Just Stampin’

Jeanie

I am honored to be featured in an article on “Homemade Thank You Cards” on Gifts.com. You can click HERE to check it out!

Product List

Blossoming Basket Clear-Mount Bundle [147505] $0.00	Blossoming Basket Wood-Mount Bundle [147504] $0.00	Crumb Cake 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [120953] $8.00	Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [115316] $8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock [140272] $7.00	Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301] $6.50	Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad [126950] $6.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00
Rich Razzleberry Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144602] $9.00	Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144601] $9.00	Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144603] $9.00
Linen Thread [104199] $4.50	Basic Black Solid Baker’s Twine [141682] $3.00	Fast Fuse Adhesive [129026] $10.00	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755] $4.00
Glue Dots [103683] $5.25	Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108] $4.00	Paper Snips Scissors [103579] $10.00	Big Shot [143263] $110.00

Click on the image below to view the new Sale-A-Bration items.

Here’s more great ways to shop and save on Stampin’ Up! in February…

For every $50 you spend, you earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration product. New $100 level!
Earn FREE Sale-A-Bration products with Paper Pumpkin Prepaid Subscriptions! Click HERE for details.
Say hello to colorful creativity with Stampin’ Blends Markers. Click HERE for ideas and more.
Save 10% on Occasions & Annual Catalog Bundles
Spend $150 or more and earn FREE products with Host Rewards. Get a $25 rewards bonus when you spend $250 or more during Sale-A-Bration.
Host Code Exclusive! Earn Free gifts from me (card kits and more) with your order. Simply enter the host code at checkout. Host Code: SUMCMQRW Click HERE to shop.
Join the Fun and choose 2 FREE stamp sets as a bonus Jan. 3 – March 31! The $99 Starter Kit is the best deal of ALL. At a minimum, enjoy 20% off Stampin’ Up! products through July 31 (or longer). I welcome hobby demonstrators! Click HERE to learn more or contact me and let’s chat!

O is for Ornaments

November 1, 2017 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ 5 Comments

Welcome to my Holiday ABC series! I really enjoy decorating for the holidays and I love to put different theme trees throughout our home. One of my favorite trees is our collection of White House ornaments given to us by my mother-in-law. My husband has continued the tradition of giving these ornaments to family and friends. I made some 3 x 3 cards to enclose with the ornaments we will give this year.

Stampin Up Seasons of Whimsy gift enclosure card idea colored with Stampin Blends - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I used the Seasons of Whimsy Stamp Set and the New Stampin’ Blends (available today!) to create these cards. The exclusive Seasons of Whimsy stamp set is available with host rewards. Contact me for more information on how you can earn this stamp set (found on page 3 in the Holiday Catalog). This is a great set for Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day (or anytime you want to let someone know you love them)!

Stampin Up Seasons of Whimsy Stamp Set - For inspiration and ordering visit www.juststampin.com Jeanie Stark StampinUp

My card base is 3 x 6 Thick Whisper White scored at 3″. I stamped the ornaments on Thick Whisper White cardstock using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink and colored them with the new Stampin’ Blends. I used both the light and dark markers on my ornaments then fussy cut them. I added silver metallic thread to the back of each ornament and adhered with mini Stampin’ Dimensionals. My DSP measures 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 and is layered with Basic Black cardstock 1/8″larger. I attached Silver Bows with Glue Dots and added some Rhinestone Basic Jewels. Matching envelopes add the finishing touch.

Stampin Up Seasons of Whimsy gift enclosure card idea colored with Stampin Blends - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

The Stampin’ Blends made creating these cards & envelopes quick & easy!

Tuesday Newsday

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Color Me Happy Stamp set

Color Me Happy Project Kit

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Color Me Happy samples

Here’s a great idea…Purchase the Stampin’ Blends Marker Collection (Trust me you are going to LOVE these!!) and the Color Me Happy Bundle. When you purchase these together you become your own host and qualify for $16.00 in FREE Stampin’ Up! product. You can use your Host $ to get any of the exclusive Host only stamp sets (including the Seasons of Whimsy Stamp Set I used today) or any other products in the catalog or online (even Clearance items). *You want to make sure you have Memento Black Ink to go with your Stampin’ Blends. You can order that for FREE with your Host $ too! In addition, I always send thank you gifts, card kits, etc. each month to everyone who orders through me, even when you are the host! **This month, in addition to my thank you card kit for any order amount, I am sending some Stampin’ Dimensionals for any online order $70 or over. You can use these to pop up your images and/or sentiments in the Color Me Happy kit or your own creations! I love these and consider them my “Stampin’ Vitamins”.

Ready to learn more? Watch these video tutorials (and see some cool project ideas)!

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You can purchase any of the Stampin’ Up! products used to make today’s project from my online store. Click HERE to shop or click on the images below.

I promised to announce the winner of the Merry Patterns Stamp Set today….Congratulations to Sheila Collins! Woo Hoo!!!

Have a wonderful day!

Just Stampin

Jeanie

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