Canada Ink's Up! Blog Hop

Canada Ink's Up! Blog Hop!

Welcome to January's Blog Hop!

We are a group of demonstrators from Canada and we love to share our creations with you!

The card I designed features a sea turtle! A true love of mine!

Directions:

I started with Night Of Navy Card Stock cut to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and scored at 4 1/4" for the card base.

Cut a piece of Thick Basic White C/S to 4" x 5 1/4". This is the art panel.

Using Balmy Blue Ink stamped off one time and two times for a lighter shade, stamp the bubbles onto the art panel a few times.

Stamp the fish using Night Of Navy Ink.

On a scrap piece of Basic White C/S stamp the sea turtle using Balmy Blue Ink, stamped off once and the detail stamp using Night Of Navy Ink stamped off one time. Fussy cut the sea turtle and adhere it to the art panel using Dimensionals.

Using Calypso Coral Ink, stamp the sand dollar and the sentiment from Lighting The Way Stamp Set onto scrap Basic White C/S. Cut out both. Flag cut the end of the sentiment. Attach both using Dimensionals. 

Add some Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls to the bottom of the panel to finish the card off.

Be sure to hop around and see all the other amazing projects!

Blog Hop

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Arlene

Product List

Sea Turtle Photopolymer Stamp Set [160500] $29.00	Lighting The Way Cling Stamp Set (English) [160491] $32.00	Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls [160449] $12.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] $12.00
Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867] $12.75	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110] $11.00	Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad [147101] $11.00	Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad [147105] $11.00
Paper Snips [103579] $15.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $6.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $5.50

Embossed Thank You Card

 Embossed Thank You Card

Hello Stampers! 

Sometimes you just need a simple but elegant card that is quick to make. This is one of those cards!

Directions:

Cut a piece of Thick Basic White Card Stock to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and score it at 4 1/4".

Cut another piece of Thick Basic White C/S to 4" x 5 1/4" for your art panel.

Using a Stampin' Up! Blending Brush and Calypso Coral Ink, gently add some ink to the panel. *Tip: add the ink to the brush, then rub most of the ink off onto scratch paper. Then gently sponge onto the panel. This will give you a very soft layer of ink. Keep adding the ink until you are happy with the coverage.

Using a fine mist spray bottle, spritz a small amount of water onto the panel. This will give you a very unique water droplet look. Let it dry thoroughly. 

Stamp the floral image from Dainty Delight using Memento Black Ink. 

Using your Wink Of Stella Brush, splatter some onto the panel. Attach this panel to the card front using Dimensionals.

On a small piece of Basic Black Card Stock, stamp the sentiment using VeraMark Ink and heat emboss using White Embossing Powder. Trim and attach it to the card front using Dimensionals.

Cut a piece of the Metallic Mesh Ribbon to 8" and cut lengthwise into 3 sections. *Tip: I wanted a soft looking bow so by cutting the Mesh Trim down into 3 length sections it's daintier. Also cut a piece of the White Crinkle Ribbon. Tie into a bow and attach it to the card front using a Glue Dot.

I hope todays card gives you some inspiration!

Happy Stamping and Creating!!

Arlene

This is a list of the products I used. Simple click on any of the photos and it will take you directly to my Stampin' Up! store. I appreciate all orders! 

Product List

Dainty Delight Cling Stamp Set (English) [161078] $34.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] $12.00	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $12.75	Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad [147101] $11.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $8.25	Blending Brushes [153611] $17.00	Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897] $11.00	Metallic Mesh Ribbon [153550] $11.00
Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326] $10.25	Versamark Pad [102283] $13.00	Basics Embossing Powders [155554] $25.00	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $41.00
Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Paper Snips [103579] $15.00

February Paper Pumpkin Sneak Peak

 February Paper Pumpkin Kit

Isn't that little frog adorable!! For the first time ever Stampin' Up! has 2 coordinating dies that you can purchase for this kit!

ABOUT THE KIT

Name: Sunshine & Smiles

This kit includes:

• Everything you need to create 9 radiant cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes.
• A sweet springtime photopolymer stamp set.
• A Mango Melody Stampin’ Spot
• A fun peek-through window scene on each card!
• Cute precut critters and labels, fun raindrop embellishments, and more! 

Finished card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Cajun Craze, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Mango Melody, Old Olive, Shaded Spruce

Don’t forget! This kit perfectly coordinates with the Rain or Shine Suite Collection (item number: 160556).

ADD-ON

Sunshine & Smiles Dies (Available for purchase starting 11 January, while supplies last)

Item number: 162486

$8.25 CAD

This add-on includes:

• One coordinating frog-shaped die: 1-1/8" x 7/8" (2.9 x 2.2 cm)
• One coordinating flower bouquet die: 1-1/8" x 7/8" (2.9 x 2.2 cm)

Note: Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine sold separately.

Sign up here!

It's also Sale-a-bration and if you purchase a 3, 6, or 12 month pre-paid Paper Pumpkin Subscription you will earn free product!!

Product List

3-Month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription [137859] $90.00

6-Month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription [137860] $171.00

One year Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription [137861] $325.00

Exciting news!!

EXCITING NEWS!!!

It's the best time of the year! Not only does the NEW January-April 2023 Mini Catalogue start today but it's also Sale-a-bration time!

It's the best time to earn lots of free exclusive products! For every $60.00 you spend you can choose a free item from the Sale-a-bration Catalogue. This year there will only be ONE Sale-a-bration promotion so don't miss out on earning free goodies!

If you join my team during Sale-a-bration you earn even more great products!

Join My Team

Shop the SALE-a-bration Catalogue HERE

Shop the January-April 2023 Catalogue HERE

Earn Free Stamp Sets

The only thing better than new stamps is free stamps! I hope you find some time today to look through the new catalogues. 

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Arlene

Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year!!

I wish everyone a happy and healthy 2023. Thank you for following along on my Blog and sending me comments! I love hearing from you.

I have a sneak peak card for you today. It's the adorable "Thanks A Bunch" Stamp Set that will be one of the free Sale-A-Bration offerings starting January 5th, 2023.

 Who knew carrots could be so cute!! 

I started with a piece of Thick Basic White Card Stock, 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored in half at 4 1/4".

Cut a piece of the New "Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper" to 4" x 5 1/4" and attach it to the card base. This DSP is another free Sale-A-Bration offering! It has 48 double sided sheets!

Cut a piece of Vellum to 4 5/8" x 3 5/8" and attach over the DSP layer. *Tip: add adhesive to the Vellum where it will be covered by the art panel so the adhesive doesn't show through.

Cut a piece of Basic White C/S to 3" x 4". Stamp the carrots in 2nd generation Pumpkin Pie Ink. What does 2nd generation mean?? Ink up the carrot stamp, stamp off once onto scrap paper then stamp onto the C/S. This gives you a lighter colour. Stamp the carrot detail stamp in full strength Pumpkin Pie Ink. Stamp the carrot tops in Garden Green Ink. Stamp 3 more carrot tops onto scrap paper, fussy cut and attach over the stamped carrot tops using Dimensionals.  

Cut a piece of Crumb Cake C/S to 3 1/8" x 4 1/8" and layer the art panel onto this.

Wrap some Crumb Cake Essentials Bakers Twine around this panel 2x's and tie a bow onto the right side. Attach this layer to the card base using Dimensionals.

Stamp "Thanks" and "a bunch" onto Basic White C/S using Memento Black ink. Cut apart and attach to the card using Dimensionals.

Add a Bumblebee Trinket or whatever you have on hand to finish off the card.

I hope you have enjoyed todays card!

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Arlene

 

 

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On Thursday, December 15th only, 

Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on orders subtotalling $100 CAD or more!

This incredible deal will last for 24 hours only, so get your orders ready for Thursday and SAVE SAVE SAVE!

Don't forget that our LAST CHANCE SALE is going on too, so this is a great time to get your favourite retiring products and combine your order with FREE SHIPPING too! Remember, these items are available while supplies last, some are already gone and some are on low inventory.

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Thanks so much for shopping with me! 

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Arlene

Quick And Easy Christmas Card Layout

Quick And Easy Christmas Cards

This is a super quick, yet beautiful Christmas card layout! Use any Designer Series Paper, ribbons and embellishments that you have on hand to quickly make some for yourself and all your friends and family!

For this card I used the Very Best Trio Punch to add some interest to the vellum layer. I also backed the vellum with Basic White C/S so it stands out more.

All three cards use the same layout and measurements. 

The card bases are Thick Basic White or Night Of Navy Card Stock cut to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and scored at 4 1/4".

The Designer Series Paper measures 3 1/2" x 4 3/4".

All of the cards use a Lasting Label Basic White C/S tag stamped using Memento Black Ink and the Decorated With Happiness Stamp Set. I added them to the card front using Dimensionals. If you have concerns over the thickness when mailing your cards just attach the label with glue. 

I used a few different ribbons, Champagne Rhinestones, punched or die cut leaves from Basic White C/S or Gold Foil Sheets and the Gold Holly leaves.

Mix and match with anything you have!

I hope this helps you when you are making your Christmas cards this year!

Leave me a comment, I love to hear from you!

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Arlene

 Shop with me here. I appreciate all orders :)

Product List

Decorated With Happiness Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [159704] $32.00	Boughs Of Holly 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [159600] $16.50	Snowflake 12 X 12 (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Vellum [159832] $13.75	Christmas Banner Dies [159576] $45.00
Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $7.00	Lasting Label Punch [158651] $26.00	Bough Punch [157711] $26.00	Very Best Trio Punch [159878] $29.00
Gold Holly Leaves [156311] $10.25	Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins [159964] $9.75	Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Shimmer Ribbon [152156] $9.75	Old Olive & Sahara Sand Twill Ribbon Combo Pack [158955] $11.00
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels [151193] $8.25	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $8.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] $12.00	Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867] $12.75
Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110] $11.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $34.00	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $170.00	Paper Snips [103579] $15.00
Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $5.50	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $6.00