You can add highlights and depth to your stamped images like was done with the jet image using and of our Stampin’ Write markers.

STAMPS:
Delightful Dozen
Need For Speed

INKS:
Elegant Eggplant
Lucky Limeade
River Rock Stampin Write Marker

PAPERS:
Naturals White
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Regals Collection
2011 In Color 12 X 12 Textured Card Stock
Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - Neutrals Collection
River Rock 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock

ACCESSORIES:
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Neutrals Brads Bundle
Perfect Pennants Bigz Die
Pinking Hearts Border Punch
Stampin' Dimensionals

Labels: birthday card, masculine card

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:50 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Yesterday's post showed a cool way of using the Lattice die on a card, and today we're moving on to a different use for it!

STAMPS:
Calendar Alphabet & Numbers
Itty Bitty Bits

INKS:
Stampin Write Markers - 2010 In Color Assortment
Peach Parfait Classic Stampin Pad

PAPERS:
Baja Breeze
Blushing Bride
Daffodil Delight
Whisper White
Peach Parfait
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Subtles

ACCESSORIES:
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Lattice Stampin' Up! Bigz Die
Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
Stampin' Dimensionals

Labels: 3-D projects, Big Shot

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:59 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Layer our Lattice Bigz Die over card stock in tone-on-tone style for a subtle but elegant look.

This die was designed as a repeatable image, allowing you to create beautiful designs on larger projects as well. Die size: 5-1/2" x 6".

STAMPS:
Fabulous Phrases

PAPER:
Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - Brights Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Brights Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection

INKS:
Early Espresso Classic Stampin Pad

ACCESSORIES:
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Designer Buttons - Brights Collection
Floral Fusion Stampin' Up! Sizzlits Die
Lattice Stampin' Up! Bigz Die
Alphabet Simple Letters Stampin' Up! Bigz Die
Subtles Playful Patterns Designer Series Paper - Digital Download

Labels: Big Shot, card sample

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:35 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

STAMPS:
Established Elegance

INKS:
2011 In Color Stampin Write Markers
Cherry Cobbler Stampin Write Marker
Crumb Cake Classic Stampin Pad
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
Card Stock & Classic Pad 2011 In Color Kit

PAPERS:
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Regals Collection
2011 In Color 12 X 12 Textured Card Stock
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection
Naturals Ivory
Very Vanilla

ACCESSORIES:
3/4 Inch Circle Punch
Lucky Limeade 3/8 Inch Ruffled Ribbon
Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
Scallop Edge Border Punch
Stampin' Dimensionals
Mini Whisper White Square Envelopes

Labels: card sample

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 11:17 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Give your handmade cards the attention they deserve with card stands made with Designer Series Paper from the Big Top product suite!

In this case, Tempting Turquoise 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock is used as the base with the Big Top Birthday Designer Series Paper covering the front, and a strip of Real Red 12X12 Textured Card Stock was altered with the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch and added along the top seam.

This suite has beautifully coordinated Designer papers (both real and digital), stamp sets, regular and Jumbo wheels, matching buttons, an Accents kit and even a coordinating Textured Impressions folder for the Big Shot machine.

Be sure to check it and many of our other product suites out in my Online Store - these suites were specially designed to group products together to maximize their value in coordinating!

Labels: 3-D projects, Product Suites

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 11:04 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

You can add a natural look to this card by using the Woodgrain Background Stamp as the background for the stamped sentiment (click on image to enlarge and see detail).

The animal set Zoo Review gives you an easy way to capture the magic of the wild with these beautifully drawn line-art images.

STAMPS:
Woodgrain Background
Word Play
Zoo Review



INKS:
Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad
Cajun Craze Classic Stampin Pad
More Mustard Classic Stampin' Pad
River Rock Classic Stampin' Pad
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

PAPERS:
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Regals Collection
Confetti White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

River Rock 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock
Soft Suede 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock


ACCESSORIES:
Antique Brads
Aqua Painter
Decorative Label Punch

Labels: card sample

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:52 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

It's all in the details!

Our beautiful matching envelopes feature Stampin' Up!'s signature rounded flap to give your creations a softer finish.

Look at how the antique brads were added to create a different closure. These brads are a quick way to add a vintage look, with each brad designed to look like a vintage metal button.

STAMPS:
Elements Of Style
Itty Bitty Bits

INKS:
Baja Breeze Stampin Write Marker
Crumb Cake Classic Stampin Pad
Early Espresso Classic Stampin Pad

PAPERS:
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Subtles Collection
First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper
Mocha Morning Specialty Designer Series Paper
Naturals Ivory 8-1/2X11 Card Stock
Soft Suede 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection

ACCESSORIES:
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Bird Punch
Color Spritzer Tool
Crumb Cake 1/2 Inch Seam Binding Ribbon
Distressing Essentials
Floral Fusion Stampin' Up! Sizzlits Die
Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
Stampin' Dimensionals
Top Note Stampin' Up! Bigz Die
Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz
Linen Thread
Antique Brads

Labels: card sample

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:56 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

I love how Stampin' Up! has been spreading the love all across the globe. Did you know that we have demonstrators in England, France, Germany, Australia and New Zealand, just to name a few countries?

Well, Stampin' Up! South Pacific asked demonstrators to submit a commercial for the chance to win a shopping spree at our 2011 Pacific Convention in Melbourne, VIC. Here is their first place winner! (Submitted by Carolyn Bennie)



Remember....just bring the bare necessities :)

Labels: video

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 9:07 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

These itty bitty clothespins are so much fun to use as an accessory, and they don't take up as much bulk as you might think.

Don't forget that you can pair ribbon and strips of card stock back-to-back for a simple yet striking border on your cards.

STAMPS:
Short & Sweet
Tiny Tags

INKS:
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Perfect Plum Classic Stampin' Pad
Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
Rose Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

PAPERS:
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Brights Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Subtles Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection
Very Vanilla 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock

ACCESSORIES:
1/16 Inch Handheld Circle Punch
1/2 Inch Circle Punch
Jewelry Tag Punch
Mini Clothespins Adornments
Old Olive 1/8 Inch Taffeta Ribbon
Rose Red 1/4 Inch Grosgrain Ribbon
White Bakers Twine

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 9:15 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Stamp images often inspire creative gift ideas like with this Tears 3-D project.

The little girl umbrella image in the Lean on Me Stamp Set was the inspiration to create this cute tissue box.

With a handmade gift like this she’ll definitely be feeling better soon!

STAMPS:
Lean On Me
Netting

INKS:
Blush Blossom Stampin' Write Marker
Early Espresso Classic Stampin Pad
Marina Mist Classic Stampin Pad
More Mustard Classic Stampin' Pad
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Jet Black Stazon Pad

PAPERS:
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Subtles Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Regals Collection
Old Olive 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock
Watercolor Paper

ACCESSORIES:
Aqua Painter
Designer Buttons - Regals Collection
Stampin' Dimensionals
3/8 Inch Twill Tape

Labels: 3-D projects

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:56 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Textured Impressions Embossing Folders and Texturz Plates were used to create the colorful kite and festive card in this delightfully light-hearted Happy Birthday 3-D project!

STAMPS:
Bring On The Cake

INKS:
Baja Breeze Classic Stampin' Pad
Cajun Craze Classic Stampin Pad
Jet Black Stazon Pad
More Mustard Classic Stampin' Pad
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin Pad

PAPERS:
Baja Breeze
Cajun Craze
More Mustard
Pear Pizzazz
Very Vanilla

ACCESSORIES:
Aqua Painter
Backgrounds 1 Stampin' Up! Texturz Plates
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Natural Hemp Twine
Houndstooth Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die
Designer Buttons - Neutrals Collection
Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die
Petite Pennants Builder Punch
Stampin' Dimensionals
Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

Labels: 3-D projects

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:51 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

The addition of our 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon adds a hint of rustic flair to any project, instantly giving you that coveted vintage look!

HINT: If you want to give your ribbon a slightly distressed, aged look, hit it up with your heat gun a bit -- but don't overdo it and set the ribbon on fire, ok? :)

STAMPS:
Delightful Dozen
Growing Green

INKS:
Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad
Versamark Pad

PAPERS:
Confetti White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Brights Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Neutrals Collection

ACCESSORIES:
1/2 Inch Circle Punch
Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder
Crumb Cake 1/2 Inch Seam Binding Ribbon
Melon Mambo Stampin' Emboss Powder
Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
Sponge Daubers
Stampin' Dimensionals
Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz

Labels: Get Well soon

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:42 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

If you are anything like me and tend to have Facebook running most of the day long, you definitely want to like/subscribe to some of these pages!

Stampin' Up! en Español - for those who habla

By the way, this amazing and inspiring collection of cards featuring the Sale-A-Bration 'Fresh Vintage' stamp set was found on the Stampin' Up! UK page...so viewing beautiful artwork is just one more reason to join :)


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Labels: facebook

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 2:38 p.m. 0 comments links to this post

Ah, I love easel cards! I've created many in my day and they're just such a fun and neat twist on the classic card to send.

Be sure to watch this video to learn how to create one yourself with Brian Pulling from Stampin' Up!'s Head Offices...

Labels: video

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:31 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Sentiments like these never go out of style!

Elegant butterfly images are reminiscent of nineteenth century scientific illustrations, giving you that coveted vintage look.

Butterflies are also a wonderful image for conveying support when friends are going through a hard time.

You can get this set of 5 stamps FREE with a $60 purchase during Sale-A-Bration, in either wood or clear-mount.

STAMPS:
Kindness Matters

PAPER:
Whisper White Card Stock
Baja Breeze Textured Card Stock
Island Indigo Textured Card Stock

INK:
Baja Breeze
Calypso Coral
Cherry Cobbler
Island Indigo

ACCESSORIES:
Calypso Coral 3/8” Ruffled Ribbon
Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Stampin’ Dimensionals®
Scallop Edge Punch
Big Shot™
Designer Frames Textured Impressions Embossing Folders Set

Labels: Sale-A-Bration

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 11:40 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Labels: Countdown to Valentine

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 9:23 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Create a customized Valentine's card for your loved one by incorporating a romantic picture of the two of you together on it.

Use our Beveled Windowpanes to create a striking focal point, and highlight your important sentiments -- like was done on this card!

STAMPS:
Clearly For You
Dot, Dot, Dot
Elements Of Style
En Francais

INKS:
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
Soft Suede Stampin Write Marker
Craft Stampin Spots - Subtles Collection

PAPERS:
Blushing Bride 8-1/2X11 Card Stock
Very Vanilla 12 X 12 Smooth Card Stock

ACCESSORIES:
Antique Brads
Beveled Windowpanes
Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder
Distressing Essentials
Marina Mist 1/8 Inch Taffeta Ribbon
Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
Scallop Trim Border Punch
Stampin' Dimensionals

Labels: Countdown to Valentine

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 2:37 p.m. 0 comments links to this post

These 55 embellishments will make your projects burst with bright delight!

They’re perfect for fun, summer designs as well as any LOVE project you might need to get done (hint hint hint).

Use them with the Trendy Trees and Good Friend Stamp Brush Sets for ultimate coordination.

Coordinating colours include Chocolate Chip, Kiwi Kiss, Rose Red, and Tangerine Tango.

REMEMBER: if you haven't downloaded your FREE 30-day My Digital Studio Express trial version, you can still do that anytime!

Labels: Countdown to Valentine, MDS Mondays, My Digital Studio

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 9:10 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

Yes, Valentine's Day is ALMOST here and maybe you are freaking out that you have no appropriate stamps to use to make the perfect card.

Here comes the Be Mine Framable Designer Template, perfect to whip something up in record time!

This download includes:
* One-page 8-1/2" x 11" décor designer template
*33-piece stamp brush set

Coordinating colours: Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Cherry Cobbler

With the free trial version of My Digital Studio Express waiting for you, you can buy this and other digital content to pull together fast and wonderful projects. Try it out and let me know what you think :)

Labels: Countdown to Valentine, MDS

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 8:50 a.m. 0 comments links to this post

STAMPS:
Valentine Love

PAPERS:
Real Red
Regal Rose
Whisper White

INKS:
Real Red Stampin' Write Marker
Regal Rose Stampin' Write Marker
Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad

ACCESSORIES:
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
Full Heart Punch
White Stampin' Emboss Powder

Labels: Countdown to Valentine

posted by Caroline LeBel, Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator @ 9:36 a.m. 0 comments links to this post