Wreath Builder technique – Just Stampin'

Yesterday I shared a spring wreath birthday card I made using the Stamparatus. If you missed that post, you can see it HERE. I love the Stamparatus for many reasons, one of which is I get a “do over” if I don’t get a good image the first time I stamp. It’s so easy to just reink and stamp again…it stamps in the exact spot making it look great every time! Here’s a video showcasing the Stamparatus if you want to see it in action.

So, what do you do if you get too much ink? I’m sure we’ve all experienced inky fingers getting on our project after it was finished! I prefer not to start over again so I try to turn my “boo boos” in to new creations. Let’s face it, the recipient had no idea what my first attempt was supposed to look like (right?). Most times I just add an embellishment to cover it up (which is why I’m in love with the new Butterfly Duet Punch and Bitty Blooms Punch Pack). Unfortunately, that wouldn’t work with this particular oops! Look what happened when I stamped the sentiment (after I had stamped my pretty spring wreath).

Stampin' Up! wreath builder template - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I hate it when ink gets on the rim of the stamp and transfers to the paper! I did not want to toss my pretty wreath! So a quick fix was to stamp the sentiment again on a scrap of Whisper White cardstock, punch it out with the 1 1/2″ Circle Punch and cut a navy layer with the Layering Circles Framelits. Just adhere on top and mission accomplished!

Stampin Up Perennial Birthday and Accented Blooms wreath - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I like to challenge myself to find a way to “make it work” before tossing it in the trash and starting over. My friend Susan gave me a Tombow sand eraser and it helps to fix little smudges.

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You can purchase these from Amazon. If you have a stamping fix story or idea, I’d love for you to share. Email me (j.stark@myactv.net) or leave a comment below.

I can’t decide which card I like better. Do you have a preference?

Stampin Up Perennial Birthday and Accented Blooms birthday wreath card idea made using the Stamparatus and Lovely Floral Embossing Folder - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Are you ready to find out the lucky blog candy winner? I really do appreciate everyone who took the time to comment. The winner (chosen from random.com) is……..

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Beth Ann Halvorson! Here’s what Beth had to say:

Happy Birthday Month! I like to spend my birthdays with family and friends, eating tacos and/or pizza, and angel food cake with strawberries! Yum!

Congratulations Beth! Email me your address and I’ll put your birthday stamp set in the mail. I loved reading each and every comment the other day about how you like to spend birthdays. An underlying theme was certainly enjoying it with family and friends! My daughter is coming home this weekend for spring break so she can spend my birthday with me. She is the sweetest! I feel like the luckiest person in the world!

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Just Stampin’

Jeanie

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Product List (CLICK ON ANY PRODUCT TO SHOP ONLINE):

Accented Blooms Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146681] $20.00	Perennial Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp Set [145760] $22.00	Night Of Navy 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100867] $8.50	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [119683] $8.50
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730] $9.75	Uninked Stampin’ Spots [141822] $9.00	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [103033] $3.75	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144603] $9.00
Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00	Lovely Floral Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [148048] $9.00	Night Of Navy 1/2″ Gingham Ribbon [144232] $7.50	Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301] $7.00
Grid Paper [130148] $11.75	Small Grid Paper [149621] $6.50	Layering Squares Framelits Dies [141708] $35.00	Layering Circle Framelits Dies [141705] $35.00
Stamparatus [146276] $49.00	1-1/2″ Circle Punch [138299] $16.00	Big Shot [143263] $110.00	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00

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Welcome to the Pals’ March Blog Hop. We’re so glad you’re here because “Spring has Sprung” – at least on our blog hop if not outside! Our Design Team created beautiful projects to inspire you. You may be starting the hop here or coming from a previous Pal’s blog. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find the full line-up below to help you move, or “hop” along from Pal to Pal.

I’m excited to share a fun technique to make a simple spring wreath birthday card.

Stampin Up Accented Blooms wreath birthday card idea using the Stamparatus, Perennial Birthday stamp set and Lovely Floral Embossing Folder - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Several friends and family members have birthdays this month so I need quite a few birthday cards. The Stamparatus makes it quick & easy to mass produce! I attended a wreath builder workshop a few weeks ago (with Gina K of Gina K Designs) and absolutely fell in love with the wreath builder technique. I decided to make my own wreath builder template. I used the Stampin’ Up! Grid Paper and Layering Squares Framelits to cut the template. I started with a piece of 5 x 5 grid paper and used the lines to help me line up the die. I used the largest square and cut it twice. First I cut a straight square then I centered the die on top in a diamond and cut it again. I can use this template over and over again!

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus using the Layering Squares Framelits - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I used the same Layering Square die to cut my Whisper White cardstock to stamp my wreath design. I placed the square piece in my template. Next, I placed the small flower from the Accented Blooms stamp set on the cardstock piece where I wanted it and closed the Stamparatus so it stuck to the plate.

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I prefer to use the ink spots when I use the Stamparatus. I have most colors from the Paper Pumpkin kits; however, if you don’t have them you can use the classic stamp pads or purchase Uninked Stampin’ Spots from my online store and use ink refills to make whatever colors you want. I bought a few Uninked Spots for some missing colors I needed and it’s simple to do plus they save space and $. Win! Win!

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

To make the wreath just turn the paper to the right and secure in the template, stamp, and repeat all the way around (going from square to diamond).

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I added the sentiment by placing the stamp in the center of the wreath then closed the second plate on top of the Stamparatus to secure it. I inked it up and closed the plate. I love having the option to use both plates! I don’t have to remove my stamps so I’ll be ready to make more wreaths quick & easy without having to place the stamp again. I know it’s all lined up and good to go!

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Another great feature of the Stamparatus is you can flip the plate over and use both sides! And that’s exactly what I did to add the sentiment for the inside.

Stampin Up wreath builder template for the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I used my Stampin’ Blends to color the flowers and leaves.

Stampin Up Perennail Birthday card idea using the wreath builder technique and the Accented Blooms stamp set with the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Finishing the card was simple. My card base is 4 1/4 x 11 Night of Navy scored at 5 1/2 for a side fold card. The Daffodil Delight layer measures 4 x 5 1/4 and is embossed with the Lovely Floral Embossing Folder. I wrapped Night of Navy Gingham Ribbon around the embossed layer and secured it on the back before adhering it to the card base. I tied a simple knot on top with another piece of ribbon. The wreath is layered with a Navy scallop square and adhered with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I embossed the envelope to coordinate. This is one of my favorite color combinations.

Stampin Up birthday card idea using the Accented Blooms and Perennial Birthday stamp sets, Lovely Floral Embossing Folder, and the Stamparatus - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin Up Perennial Birthday and Accented Blooms birthday card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Check back tomorrow to see how I changed it up a bit when I made a little boo boo! Often I like my “oops!” just as much! Many different stamps will work to make wreath designs. You can bet I will be making more! See what you have and give it a try. I’ve listed the product links below. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

More inspiration awaits! Use the Blog Hop Line-up below to visit the rest of this month’s Design Team. My fellow Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created! Don’t forget to show us some love by commenting on our creations. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 10, 2019 when our Hoppin’ Pals share their “Families First” projects. Don’t miss the fun!

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Just Stampin’

Jeanie

Product List for Spring Wreath Birthday Card (CLICK ON ANY PRODUCT TO SHOP ONLINE):

Accented Blooms Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146681] $20.00	Perennial Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp Set [145760] $22.00	Night Of Navy 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100867] $8.50	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [119683] $8.50
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730] $9.75	Uninked Stampin’ Spots [141822] $9.00	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [103033] $3.75	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144603] $9.00
Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597] $9.00	Lovely Floral Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [148048] $9.00	Night Of Navy 1/2″ Gingham Ribbon [144232] $7.50	Layering Squares Framelits Dies [141708] $35.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301] $7.00	Grid Paper [130148] $11.75	Small Grid Paper [149621] $6.50	Stamparatus [146276] $49.00
Big Shot [143263] $110.00	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00