Saturday, June 1, 2024

A New Adventure Begins...


      I'm embarking on a new adventure and I hope you'll come along for the ride!  After 15 years as a consultant for Close To My Heart,  I am now officially a demonstrator for Stampin' Up.  

     I am missing CTMH already, but I'm also excited for new experiences and opportunities.  Stampin' Up is a much larger company with many more products to choose from.  In the past they have primarily had a cardmaking focus, but now are working hard and fast to expand into the scrapbooking market as well.  Both companies are working in harmony to make this transition as smooth as possible for everyone.

     You will want to know that Stampin' Up has a LOT more products online than they have in the catalogs.  Be sure to check out the online store!  Each month I'll have a host code for you to add to your order.  If you order under my name and use the host code,  I will punch your rewards card so you can earn surprises.  My June host code is: RV2GPEPX.  

     The adventure begins....


June Cards with Tracy

 



Sweet As Honey Card 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: SU Bee My Valentine #162547
Paper: SU Bee Mine, Honey Butter, White Daisy
Ink: Honey Butter, Black, VersaMark
Embellishments: Vellum, Holographic Embossing Powder, Springtime Flower Sequins; Clear, Gold, & Black Shimmer Brushes
Tools: SU Bee Builder Punch, Sponge, Craft Heater, 3D Foam, Big Shot, Stitched Fancy Brackets Thin Cuts Z3686, Tweezers

I Ruff You Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: I Ruff You C2022
Paper: Mix-in X9058, Sage, White Daisy
Ink: Toffee, Mocha, Sage, Tuxedo Black, White Gel Pen, Blending Pen
Embellishments: Aqua Dots, Black Enamel Accents, Clear Shimmer Brush
Tools: I Ruff You Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Watercolor Pencils, Sponge, 3D Foam

Happy Anniversary Card  5 1/4" x 5 1/4"
Stamps: Many Wishes CC3228 
Paper: Gold Foil Paper, White Daisy
Ink: Acorn
Embellishments: Gold Glitter Gems
Tools: Floral Heart Thin Cuts Z7120, Big Shot, Tweezers, 3D Foam

Hooray for the Red, White, & Blue Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamp: Fourth of July CC6224, Happy 4th of July M1257
Paper: Slate, Candy Apple, Sapphire, White Daisy
Ink: VersaMark, Sapphire, Candy Apple
Embellishments:  Silver Glitter Paper, Sparkles, Black Embossing Powder
Tools: Star Punch or Star Thin Cuts, 3D Foam, Craft Heater, Tweezers




June Table Favors & Drawing Prizes

 



Tool Box Father's Day Table Favors 
Stamp:  Friendship Alphabet C1401
Paper: Hey Handsome, Red, Grey Wool, Charcoal, Black
Ink: Black
Embellishments: Screw Brads, Ribbon Slide, Wire, Hershey Nugget Candies
Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Piercing Tool, Wire Cutters, Bone Folder, Glue Dot, Fancy Tags Thin Cuts Z4305, Big Shot, Computer, Cricut Design Space (tools)
Directions: Tool Box--6 1/2 x 8 1/8, score L @ 1 1/2, 3, 4 1/2, 6;  score P @ 1 1/2 both sides (with shortest segment at the top); then score P again at 1" on both sides just to the 2nd score line; cut away 2 outside corners on same end.  Black Handle--2 3/4" x 3/8"; score both ends @ 3/8" & 3/4";  Grey Tray--2 7/16 x 4, score 1/2" all sides;  Tray Handle--3/4" x 4 1/2", score at 3/4" both ends, fold in half lengthwise & glue shut;  Candy Wraps--(3) 1"x3"

Father's Day Candy Box Drawing Prizes 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 1 1/4
Stamp: Every Thank You S2101
Paper:  Hey Handsome, White Daisy
Ink: Black
Embellishments: Black Buttons, Waxy Flax, Fun Size Candy Bars
Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Glue Dots, 3D Foam
Paper Cuts: Box Tray--7 3/4" x 5 3/8"; score @ 3/4" & 1 1/2" all 4 sides; cut away 3 outer boxes on all 4 corners;  Slider Wrap--7 1/4" x 4 1/2", score L @ 3/4, 3 1/4, 4, & 6 1/2"





Wednesday, May 1, 2024

May Cards with Tracy

 


Fractured Card 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: Voice of the Sea S2207
Paper: In Full Bloom, Capri, White Daisy
Ink: Black
Embellishments: Capri Glitter Paper, Sequins
Tools: Stitched Hexagons Thin Cuts Z3678, Glue Dots, 3D Foam, Big Shot
Directions: online search fractured cards

Boots & Umbrella Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: Rain or Shine D2226,  Precious Moments S2303
Paper: Honey Bunny, Flamingo, White Daisy
Ink: Black, Glacier, Journal Pen
Tri-Blend Markers: Pale Pink Blend, Pale Pink Shades
Embellishments: Bitty Sparkle, Clear Shimmer Brush
Tools: Rain or Shine Thin Cuts Z7147, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Tweezers

Thankful Hedgehog Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: Little Hedgehogs S2404 
Paper: Capri, White Daisy
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Black
Tri-Blend Markers: Pale Pink Blend, Brown Grey Blend, Citrus Blend, Dull Green Blend
Embellishments: Capri Glitter Paper, Gold Shimmer Brush, Black Enamel Accents
Tools: 3D Foam, 3/16" Circle Punch

Happy Mother's Day Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamp: Say It All C1632
Paper: Love Notes, Peach, White Daisy
Ink: Black
Embellishments:  Silver Glitter Paper, Sparkles Assortment
Tools: Floral Heart Thin Cuts Z7120, Big Shot, Tweezers


May Table Favors & Drawing Prizes


Mother's Day Table Favors 
Stamp:  Say It All C1632
Paper: Textured Cardstock, White Daisy
Ink: Capri, 
Tools: Glue Dots, Tweezers, 1 1/2" Circle Punch, 1 1/2" Scallop Circle Punch, 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch Raspberry, Sundance
Embellishments: Sparkle, Satin Ribbon, Glitter Paper


Birthday in a Box Drawing Prizes 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 1 1/4"
Paper:  Party Time, Pixie
Embellishments: Pink/Aqua Glitter Paper, Bitty Sparkles, Party Time Stickers, Pink & Yellow Shimmer Brushes, 4mm x 1mm Magnets (Amazon.com), Betty Crocker Mug Cake Mix & Frosting, Candles, Balloons
Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Bone Folder, Corner Rounder, Glue Dots, 3D Foam, Tweezers, Baby Powder, Paintbrush
Paper Cuts: Box-8 1/2" x 12", score P @ 3/4", 2", 6 1/2", 7 3/4";  score L @ 2 3/4", 4", 8 1/2", 9 3/4"; on wide end trim away 2 outer corner sections;  on shorter end trim away 4 outer corner sections







 

Sunday, March 31, 2024

April Special: Joy in the Journey


      We have an April special:  Joy in the Journey.  Find joy in your crafting with this special only during the month of April while supplies last.  Enjoy special limited-time savings and exclusive products using our 2023-2024 Color of the Year---Journey!  To order click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.



Kimono Card 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: On Your Birthday D1960
Paper: Serenity, Sapphire, White Daisy
Ink: Black
Embellishments: Organdy Ribbon
Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus
Directions: Base--5 1/2" x 8 1/2", score L @ 2 1/8"on both ends to create gate fold card; score P @ 2" down 2 3/4" on both sides; then score L from the 2" horizontal score line @ 1 3/8" and 2 7/8" down to the bottom on both sides; put back in gate fold position and snip the horizontal score line to the vertical score line; fold upper corners to create a collar; add 1/8" trim; Belly Band--1" x 6 1/4"

You've Got Mail Card  4 3/8" x 4 3/8"
Stamps: Happy Snail Trails C2015
Paper: Gnomes for Spring, Sweet Leaf, Canary, White Daisy
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Black, Black Journaling Pen, Vivid Red ShinHan Marker
Tri-Blend Markers: Muted Brown Blend, Coral Blend, Ice Grey Blend, Light Green Blend, Tan Blend
Embellishments: Honey Bunny Dots, White Glitter Paper
Tools: Happy Snail Trails Thin Cuts, Postage Frames Thin Cuts Z4437, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Tweezers

Lattice Floral Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamps: Say It With Flowers S2402, It's the Little Things Cardmaking CC12311 
Paper: Thistle, White Daisy, Life's a Hoot
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Black
Tri-Blend Markers: Pink Violet Blend, Citrus Blend, Pale Pink Blend, Pale Pink Shades, Dull Green Blend, Yellow Green Blend
Embellishments: Pink Glitter Paper, Sparkles, Shimmer Brushes
Tools: Say It With Flowers Thin cuts, Big Shot, 2 1/2" Circle Punch, 2 3/4" Scallop Circle Die, 3D Foam, Tweezers, Piercing Kit, Cricut, Artbooking Cart p. 62  OR  Computer, Design Space Image #4075F

Gray Hare Card  5 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Stamp: Honey Bunny D2219,  Jennifer's Hand B1484,  Tiny Typewriter Alphabet D1222
Paper: Seas the Day, Peach, White Daisy
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Black
Tri-Blend Markers: Coral Blend, Ice Gray Blend
Embellishments:  Sparkles, Clear Shimmer Brush
Tools: Honey Bunny Scrapbooking Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Tweezers, 3D Foam










 

April Table Favors & Drawing Prizes


 







 

April Stamp of the Month: Little Hedgehogs


      The April Stamp of the Month is the adorable Little Hedgehogs!  It is available the month of April for $19.95, or only $5 with a $50 order.  To order click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.  Here are some cards I made with this so cute stamp set:





Friday, March 1, 2024

March Stamp of the Month: Just Chicken In


      This is the adorable March Stamp of the Month:  Just Chicken In.  It's available throughout the month of March for $19.95 or $36.95 with 5 metal dies for cutting out the images on your die cut machine.  Better yet, get it greatly discounted with a $50 purchase from my web site.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your page.  Here are a few cards I made with this cute stamp set: