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"

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

 

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:

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:

March Cards with Tracy

March Table Favors & Drawing Prizes

 

March 2024 Special: Cardstock Carnival

 

     Save big on your favorite cardstock colors with the Cardstock Carnival special!  During the month of March, enjoy savings on individual cardstock packs, special bundles, and an exclusive selection of cardstock die-cuts!  Available March 1-31, 2024 while supplies last.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

Gnomes for Spring Special

 

         Get ready to be delighted by a new product collection featuring heart-warming patterns and beautiful spring colors!  The Gnomes for Spring paper collection features a delightful new paper pack, plus coordinating stickers, stamp sets, dies, and more!  Save 20% when you purchase the special items together in the Gnomes for Spring Product Bundle  or  in the Gnomes for Spring workshop kits that include one of the exclusive stamp sets.  Over available until March 31, while supplies last.

     Here are some fun projects I made with gnomes paper and stamps:

Love Notes Special

     Over the past several days I have had lots of fun playing with the adorable Love Notes products!  This paper is sooo cute I had to stock up on it!  There are both cardmaking and scrapbooking workshops available!  Love Notes products can be ordered individually or in bundles for savings.  To order click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

      Here are some cards I made with the Love Notes product line:

 

February Cards with Tracy

 

Be Mine Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Stamps: Heartfelt Thoughts C2008 

Paper: Flamingo, Black, White Daisy

Ink: Black

Embellishments: Black Glitter Paper, Sparkle, Bitty Sparkles

Tools: Floral Heart Thin Cuts Z7120, Big Shot, 3D Foam

Thanks Scrabble Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Stamp: Letter Tiles D1991

Paper: Pixie, Pewter, White Daisy

Ink: Ballerina, Pewter, Charcoal

Embellishments:  Sparkles

Tools: Letter Tiles Thin Cuts, Stitched Hearts Thin Cuts Z4182, Hearts Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Sponge Pod, Tweezers

Feel Better Soon Card 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Stamps: Sounds Like It Hurt B1833,  For All Occasions D2052

Paper: Dotty For You, Lagoon, White Daisy

Ink: Mist, Lagoon, Canary, Green Apple

Tools: Sounds Like It Hurt Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam

Good Friend with Chocolate Card  3 1/2" x 8 1/2"

Stamps: Love Notes CC12413,  Eat Chocolate D2148

Paper: Love Notes, White Daisy, Mocha

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Mocha

Tri-Blend Markers: Earth Brown, Blend, Earth Brown Shades, Coral Blend, Light Yellow Blend

Embellishments: Mocha Glitter Paper, Gold Shimmer Brush, Love Notes Puffy Stickers

Tools: Love Notes Thin Cuts CC12414,  Eat Chocolate Thin Cuts Z4687, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Tweezers

February Table Favors & Drawing Prizes

Valentine Slider Box Table Favors 1 5/8" x 3" x 5/8"

Paper: Heart Happy (small version), Candy Apple, White Daisy

Embellishments: Red Bitty Sparkle, Hershey's Nuggets 

Tools: Basic Hearts Thin Cuts Z3317, Stitched Hearts Thin Cuts Z4182, Big Shot, Cricut, Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, 3D Foam, Scoreboard, Stylus, Bone Folder, Tweezers

Paper Cuts: Box--3 5/8 x 5 1/4, score all 4 sides at 1/2" & 1 1/8"; cut away 3 outer boxes on all 4 corners;  Sleeve--3 1/16" x 4 5/8", score L @ 5/8", 2", 2 11/16", 4 1/8" (adjust as needed); Letters--AP Cricut Cart p. 37, 38, cut at 3/4"

Candy Bar Box Drawing Prizes 2 1/4" x 5 7/8" x 3/8"

Stamps: Eat Chocolate D2148

Paper:  Flower Shoppe or Mix-In, Mocha, White Daisy

Ink: Mocha, VersaMark

Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Mocha Opaques, 1.55 oz Hershey Bar

Tools: Eat Chocolate Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Scoreboard, Stylus, Paper Trimmer, Craft Heater, 3D Foam, Tweezers

Operation Smile Fundraiser Candy Tubes

Stamp: Just for You W2037 mini stamp

Paper: White Daisy

Ink: Flamingo, Lagoon

Embellishments: Teal & Pink Glitter Papers, Baker's Twine, Tube (Amazon.com), Custom M&Ms

Tools: 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, Dot Punch

 

February Stamp of the Month: SAY IT WITH FLOWERS

 

       The February Stamp of the Month is Say It With Flowers, available with and without metal Thin Cuts dies.  Purchase it outright or get it discounted 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 stamp set:

Winter Special: Love Notes

         Celebrate special relationships and make precious moments even more memorable this Valentine's Day with the exclusive Love Notes collection!  Featuring an adorable paper pack with coordinating stickers, cardstock, stamp set, and metal dies, this special will help you craft beautiful cards, scrapbook pages, and more.  Save 20% on these items with the Love Notes product collection or with 2 different workshop kits---one for scrapbooking and one for cardmaking!  Available Jan. 1 - Feb. 29 while supplies last.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

Let's Party!

 

      Let's Party is the January 2024 featured product suite.  It's chock full of paper, stamp sets, metal dies, embellishments, etc. to get this party started!  Products can be purchased individually or in discounted bundles for both scrapbooking and cardmaking.  Here are some cards I made with this stamp set:

January Stamp of the Month: Looking Forward

 

       

        Happy New Year!  The January 2024 Stamp of the Month is Looking Forward.  It's very timely for this time of year when people are making resolutions and setting goals for the year.  This stamp set is great for scrapbooking your plans, but also for cardmaking.  It retails for $19.95, or $29.95 with the Thin Cuts dies option.  Better yet, get it discounted 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 stamp set: