Step It Up with Timeless Tidings

Hi There
By now those who I've mailed out the Holiday catalogue to should have received them - let me know if you haven't got a copy and you want one!  It starts on the 5th September (unless you're a demonstrator, in which case you can order now!) Yay!

Some of you will have received a card with your catalogue that showcases the Timeless Tidings Stamp set, if you're a regular reader of my blog, you'll remember a few posts back this Timeless Tidings Project Kit I showed you (Still in love with it, it's such amazing value for money and such stunning cards!).

Just in case you didn't receive the card, I thought I'd show it to you now, and also a "Stepped Up" version, when I go to Stampin' Up! events they often mention "stepping up" your cards, I really should do this more often, it was fun! lol.
Here is the first nice simple version:

My idea behind this was to show something that anyone could do, doesn't require lots of fancy cutting or punches that people may or may not have, and when I started stamping I would have been proud to be able to send this out to people as their "homemade" Christmas card.  It uses only the Timeless Tidings Stamp set, and 3 colours, Garden green, Pumpkin Pie and Cherry Cobbler.  The Cherry Cobbler has been "smudged" using a Blender Pen, these are clear pens that you can use to pick up colour and colour in with, or in this case once I stamped I used it straight away to move the colour inside the stamped image, just gives it a subtle hint of colour.  The other thing I did to make this card "bling" was spritzed it with a gold spray.  I used the (oh so in love with this) Gold Vegas Shimmer Paint.  I've poured some into a Stampin' Spritzer Bottle,(on a side note what amazing value are these? 2 for only $5!) topped it up with Rubbing Alcohol, shake it up and spray.......

Don't you just love that shimmer effect?
So, to step it up I wanted to use the same stamps in the same order, then add some extras, here's what I came up with:

Again it's not majorly complicated, but does require a spot of cutting with the Stampin' Trimmer, Paper Snips and the Layering Oval Framelits.  Then the added extra of the little metallic Leaves Trinkets, aren't they lovely?

If you look closely you can just see the gold glimmer on the tree oval.

The Flower I stamped twice on spare card, then cut them out and layered them up, it's a nice easy flower to do that with as the lines are not blurred in together.  Oh and in case you're wondering why the yellow colour doesn't look like Pumpkin Pie, it's because it's not! by the time I made this card I'd packed the Pumpkin Pie up to use in a class, so I went with Mango Melody instead😊

Well I hope this inspires you to create, do feel free to leave me comments, I always love to hear from people!
God Bless love
Heather xox

Team Day August 2018 Part 2

Hi there
As promised I'm back again to show you the Make&Takes that I created for our team day.

Initially I'd planned just to make one, but got a bit carried away, 3 later thought I'd better stop! lol
 My initial idea was to make one of the new cute little "Takeout Treats" boxes using the matching stamp set "Take Out Treats", so we did make this one:

Gotta tell you that ribbon is so soft! it's called Merry Merlot & Copper 5/8" reversible ribbon, and it's so beautiful!

Then I kind of felt that really we should try out the other 2 new embossing folders from the new Holiday Catalogue! (having used the Swirls and Curls one in Jenny's card)
Hence this card came in to being.  Using the new Corrugated Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing folder, also the Merry Christmas Thinlit dies, the Oh my goodness so amazing! "Shimmer Paints"  (do you get that I really like the shimmer paints? lol)  I've also added some of the Metallic Sequin Assortment (so pretty)

Ok and the other embossing folder is Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, just so you know the "Dynamic" embossing folders have more layers than normal embossing folders, they can emboss deeper, and so some parts are more deeply embossed than other parts (pretty cool!)  Oh and funnily enough those Shimmer Paints make a showing on this card too!

This is a 1/2 size card, I've used Soft Suede Cardstock to emboss, then burnished using a dauber over the top with Vegas Gold and Bright copper Shimmer Paints, the punch and saying are from the "Christmas Traditions Punch Box", and the punched piece underneath is the Everyday Label Punch.

The new Holiday Catalogue starts for ordering on 5th September, if you haven't got one and would like to check it out let me know.

I hope these have inspired you to create!
God Bless love
Heather

August 2018 Team Day!

Hi there
well today we had our Team day, had 12 of us there, I really enjoyed the get together with the girls from my team, and Simone, (my upline).  We had a play with some of the new catalogue items.  You can purchase items from the new Holiday catalogue from 5th September, unless you are a Stampin' Up! Demo, in which case you can buy them now!!

Thought I'd share a few of the things we got up to!
 First up I shared a bit about emotions and how we have the power to control our emotions rather than allowing our outside circumstances to control them.  Then we moved onto creating.  I had asked 3 of the ladies if they would create something for us all to have a go at.  Jenny had made up this cute card for us to create: Using the very cute "Signs of Santa" stamp set, matching Santa's signpost framelit dies, also the new "Swirls and Curls" Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, and the new Christmas Punch from the "Christmas Traditions Punch Box".  This was my version of her card (little different, and of course I didn't think to take photo of hers!

I'd also asked Rosalie to create a Make&Take for us, she created this beautiful card (again my version) This uses the lovely new Foil Edged Cards and Envelopes, and also one of my new favourites the Joyous Noel Glimmer Paper, also the Peaceful Poinsettia and matching dies.

had to give you a close up of this one:

I'd also asked Diane to do a Make&take for us, and she chose the Petite Treat Framelit dies and Treat Time Stamp Set bundle, which was fabulous as I'm not sure if any of the rest of us have these dies or stamp set! As it was a bit of a Christmassy Theme today with the holiday catalogue, She'd paired it up with the "Under the Mistletoe" Designer Series Paper.  If you buy these dies, let me know and I'll explain how to put the box together, once you know how it's easy!!  Oh and it's perfect for small presies, Diane had made up one to hang on the Christmas tree too, great idea!

I also made 3 things for Make&Takes but I might save those and show you in the next post (stay tuned!)

Simone also shared a little about her recent Stampin' Up! incentive trip, which was fabulous.

If you want to join us at these team days, do ask me how you can join my team, or click on the link above that will tell you more details.

I hope I have inspired you to create

God Bless love

Heather xox

More Sneak Peeks

Hi there,
I'm back again.....
After talking to Jenny one of my friends/downline we discovered that we'd ordered one of the same pre-order items, which are the "Santa's Workshop Memories & More Pack" and the matching cards and envelopes.  I ordered it because I've made some great cards with these packs before, and figured I needed to check it out (also because we have a CreateAbles team day coming up on 18th and thought it would be good to show the girls)  If you join my Stampin' Up! team before then you're welcome to come too!

Oh wow, Oh wow!  the cards are so fabulous, like the last post on Timeless Tidings Card Kit these make fabulous easy peasy cards! (and they're so cute!!)  I'm thinking this might be the way to go for the kids Christmas cards at just over a $1 per created card (probably less than that actually, as I didn't count in the stickers) BARGAIN!!

Oh of course you want to see them.....

 and guess how long it took me to create these cards?  about 1/2 hour, seriously I was sitting at the table 1/2 watching TV, and just picking out the cards from the memories and more pack, then sticking them onto the Poppy Parade cards, adding a couple of the stickers here and there, and voila 8 cards in 1/2 hour (so exciting)
Here they are individually/up close and personal......

 you can't see it but the little candy cane is all glittery (and it's a sticker) I've used 2 of the cards for this one.

 this one is just one card with a sticker (the holly and berries)

 I will admit to a touch of stamping and a punch made it into this card, and I've used 2 of the cards from the pack

 Of course it's an Elf thing lol  Ive used a couple of the little glittery stickers with this one, the cards come in 2 sizes, this one is the smaller of the 2 cards

 How cute is this? not sure you can see it but this is one of the specialty cards and has glitter on the tree and in the Elves hats, I've also stamped the saying and punched it out.

 We're back to one of the small cards again, and a sticker from the pack for the saying

 this one just didn't need anything, Santa has his bling, and a bling'y Ho, Ho, Ho!

Last but not least I've used 2 cards on this one, and a sticker, the bottom card is one of the specialty cards with the glitter on the snowflakes.

I just can't wait for Christmas, gotta find lots of people to send cards to now, 2 of my boys finish school really early so I reckon they're going to be taking Christmas cards in November to their mates and teachers!

If you've ordered from me in the past year, you should be receiving one the new catalogues in the mail (or in person if I see you).  If you're not sure if you're on the list, and want to make sure of it either make sure you place an order, or let me know!

I hope these inspire you to create
God Bless love
Heather xox

Sneak Peeks from the upcoming Holiday Catalogue

Hi there,
Can you believe it? the Holiday Catalogue is almost ready to go live on 5th September!  And guess what? I've got some of the new products (shhh!)  Well actually as a demonstrator I get to pre-order some of the new stuff (so exciting).  So I thought I'd share with you some of the bits I've had a go at making.

First up I want to show you the absolutely stunning Timeless Tidings Project Kit.  I never used to be into the Project kits but they seem to be getting better and better (either that or I just love the fact I can whip up cards in next to no time and these ones I don't even have to think about!)  Just an extra comment before you get to see them, I happened to be in the supermarket yesterday and was eyeing up Fathers day cards - you know checking them out to see what ideas I could garner from them...... and I nearly fainted when I saw the price of them! none of them were under $5 and most of them were quite simple printed cards.  So just sayin' that these stunning cards are only $1.75 each when you break it down, how's that for value?!!

I'm guessing you want to see them now after all the hype lol here they are as a group, the kit will give you 5 of each design.

and now for a little closer.....

 there are gold stickers for each one........

 pretty little rhinestone jewels..........

 You don't have to colour them in.......

 

There are also matching envelopes!

 

OH, and the stamp set itself that you can purchase to go with it is currently one of my favourites too! Look what I made with it.....

Cards don't have to be complicated to be lovely - this little tree (and the font in the writing) was what really drew me to this stamp set.  Can you see the gold shimmer on the card?

Guess what? another "new" product, although this one is a "returning" product.  After a few years apart I still love it lol, it's called Shimmer Paint, I've used it here by adding it to a Stampin' Spritzer, which are remarkably cheap at only $5 for a pair of them, topped it up with some rubbing alcohol, and spritz'd away.  I now need to buy more spritzers because there's 4 colours of shimmer paints which incidentally are only $14 each........ soooo worth it!

Well I think that's probably enough "talking" from me today I hope you like what you see!
New catalogues will be on their way to people shortly, if you've ordered from me in the last year I should be sending you one.  If not but you really really want one, place an order or just let me know!  If you can't wait, I do have Coffee&Cards class on next Wednesday, and my interactive class on Thursday 23rd (and those who attend will be getting one).

I hope this inspires you to create!
God Bless love
Heather

Thankyou and Tag Cards for August

Hi there,
Thought I'd share with you the cards you'll be receiving from me when you place an order this month.  If you're part of my Craft@Home group, you'll be receiving way more than this! (if aren't part and you want to know more, just ask)

So my first card is the Thankyou card, which uses the lovely Dandelion Wishes Stamp set, and also the Abstract Impressions Stamp set for the saying and underline.  Oh and the Detailed Trio Punch for the corners.

Then onto the tag card, which also uses the Abstract Impressions Stamp set,  the Itty Bitty Greetings Stamp set for the saying, which is cut out with the Classic Label Punch, and the tag itself is cut with the scalloped tag topper punch. Keep reading as I'll explain how to put it together after the photo.

 Right, so if you are one of the lucky ones who's placed an order with me this month, here's how to finish off your card.  The tag is all done for you, that is my gift to you (and if you've ordered from me it should be on your bag)  having said that the ribbon will need to be tied at the top with the white thread, and trim down the ribbon and thread till it fits onto your card.  Also in you bag will be a piece of card with holes in it, use this as a mask to press colour through, choose a light colour (I used Gray Granite, such a great colour!) and use a sponge or dauber.  Daub or sponge colour over the mask and move it round your card till it has lots of dots on the background. 

If you are ordering with me, there is a special this month from Stampin' Up! for every $90 you purchase, you'll receive a $9 gift voucher for use next month, don't forget to use my "open host code" WZTSTANH

I hope these inspire you to create
God Bless love
Heather xox 

Interactive Cards for August (Waterfall Cards)

Hi There
As the title says, this month we are doing Waterfall cards on Thursday 23rd August, as it is a mail out as well as "in person" class I have tried to limit the amount of stamping involved as I can't mail out pre-stamped bits for people, so if you do order this as a mail out kit, you'll just need to find a couple of appropriate sayings from your stache! Having said that I'll tell you what I used :)

So the first card I just couldn't resist using this really cute Animal Expedition Designer Series Paper

 I thought it was such a cute card that the saying "just a note to lift your spirits" from Lift Me Up Stamp set went so well with it.

The next card almost said Hello, but then I changed it to HB2U, seemed more "useable" like this.

this one uses the beautiful Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper, and the fabulous Large Letters Framelit dies, with a quick hark back to the Large numbers (no longer available)  And I've used the Hostess set Hand Delivered for the small flowers and sayings.

And a little video of them "in action"

Do let me know if you're interested in joining in the class $20 or getting a mail out kit $17
I hope for now this inspires you to create!
God Bless love
Heather xox