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Check out the clearance rack refresh that updates today, September 24, 2024! While supplies last! Run, don't walk to see these deals!

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Melinda

September 2024 Paper Pumpkin Unboxing: Autumn Abundance REPLAY

2024 Stampin' Up! Holiday September to December Mini Catalog & Scrapbook...

Join me for a walk through the new holiday catalog and scrapbooking brochure! 

3 Nests of Winter Suite Card Ideas: 2024 Holiday Stampin' Up! Catalog is...

Get the free project sheet for these cards here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/mJxdbRo/nestsofwintertutorial

In celebration of the launch of the September to December 2024 Mini Catalog (aka the holiday catalog) here is a free project sheet for three Nests of Winter Suite card ideas. I will be using the Nests of Winter Suite products *stamp set, dies, paper, etc* to create these cards.

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 11" Score: 4-1/4, 5-1/2 and 6-3/4" (Copper Clay Cardstock)
• (2) Nests of Winter DSP: 4 x 5-1/4 (one for inside and one for outside of card)
• Card Front DSP Strip: 2 x 5-1/2" (Nests of Winter DSP)
• Inside DSP Strip: 1 x 5-1/4"
• Inside Deckled Rectangle Die Cut (Size: 3 x 4-1/4") Basic White Cardstock
• (1) Deckled Circle Die Cut (Size: 2-3/4") Basic White Cardstock 
• (1) Deckled Circle Die Cut (Size: 3-1/4") Early Espresso Cardstock
• (1) Die Cut Birds from DSP (two birds) Nests of Winter DSP
• (3) Pine Tree Die Cuts (Shaded Spruce Cardstock) Winterly Tree Top Dies 
• (2) Branch Die Cuts (Early Espresso Cardstock or Pecan Pie) Winterly Tree Top Dies 
• (2) Pussy Willow Die Cuts (Basic White Cardstock) Winterly Tree Top Dies 
• Copper Clay Natural Tones Linen Thread (About 30 inches)
• (6) Earth Tones Shimmer Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

Fold on your three score lines so the fold looks like an M (think mountain - valley fold) see the video tutorial for this part if needed. Once you have your score lines folded you are actually going to glue them together so the two score lines meet and now you have a 1-1/4" flap inside your card that will become the fun fold.

Stamp "A friend like you brings me happiness" in Shaded Spruce ink on the Deckled Rectangle Die Cut. Set aside.

For the inside of the card: 

• glue the Bird Pattern DSP strip onto the fun fold flap inside the card (1 x 5-1/4" strip)
• glue the Birch DSP panel to the inside of the card (4 x 5-1/4" panel)
• add glue only to the top of the Deckled Rectangle and then adhere it to the fun fold flap

For the outside of the card: 

• glue the Pussy Willow Copper Clay Pattern DSP panel (4 x 5-1/4" size) to card front
• wrap the thread around the 2 x 5-1/2" strip in Birch pattern three times and then glue to card front
• glue the two deckled circles together and then add circle to the center of your card front with dimensionals
• decorate the circle with your die cut bird duo, pine branches, pussy willow die cuts and die cut branches (arrange how you like around the birds)
• add several earth tones shimmer gems to the circle
• tie a bow with the thread and glue to the side of circle

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 7-1/2" Score: 3-1/4 and 6-1/2" (Cherry Cobbler Cardstock)
• Copper Clay Panel: 3 x 5-1/4"
• Copper Clay Strip: 7/8 x 5-1/4"
• Bird Pattern DSP Panel: 2-3/4 x 5"
• Bird Foot Print DSP Strip: 3/4 x 5"
• Basic White Insert: 3 x 5-1/4"
• (5) Fussy cut berry clusters from DSP
• (1) Pine Tree Strip Cut From Frame Die: 5-1/4"
• (1) 2-3/8" Circle (Cherry Cobbler Cardstock)
• (1) 2" Circle Bird Foot Print DSP
• (1) Die Cut Bird from DSP
• (2) Die Cut Pine Branches (Garden Green Cardstock)
• (3) Earth Tone Shimmer Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

Glue the DSP to the Copper Clay layers and then glue to card front. Add the strip of pine branches to the back fold panel.

Stamp sentiment onto the insert and glue inside of the card. 

Glue the circles together and add die cut bird with dimensionals. Add two die cut pine branches under the bird.

Add glue only to the right side of circle and adhere to back fold panel. This becomes your fun fold and the left side of circle will hold the card closed.

Glue berry clusters along the pine strip on back fold.

Finish with shimmer gems.

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" Score: 4-1/4" (Very Vanilla Cardstock)
• Basic Beige Layer: 4 x 5-1/4" 
• Shaded Spruce Layer: 4-1/4 x 5-1/2"
• (1) Bird Duo Die Cut (from DSP)
• (1) Sentiment Die Cut (Basic White Cardstock) Something Fancy Dies
• (2) Fussy Cut Berry Clusters (from DSP)
• (6) Earth Tones Shimmer Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp thanks sentiment onto the white die cut in Cherry Cobbler ink. Set aside.

Emboss the Basic Beige layer with the Birch Wood 3D Embossing Folder. OPTIONAL: ink with Whisper White pigment ink pad for a white wash look.

Glue Basic Beige panel to card base.

Cut the pine frame die into the Shaded Spruce layer and remove center piece. Add to card with foam adhesive strips. OPTIONAL: Add some shading with Blending Brush to pine needles along the frame with Memento Tuxedo Black ink (prior to removing the center piece of die cut)

Color over the birds with Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blend. OPTIONAL: add some shadow with Bronze Stampin' Blend to birds.

Add birds (now cardinals or red birds) to the right side of card with dimensionals. Glue sentiment to bottom left corner and glue berry clusters to either side of sentiment. 

Finish with Shimmer Gems.

I hope you enjoyed today's card class!

I have listed the products used for today's cards below. No host code needed to shop with me. 

I have a Petunia Pop free class with purchase September 1 -10, 2024

(Thoughtful Wishes/ Thoughtful Journey  are the Featured Bundle and DSP for Class as well as In Color DSP in Petunia Pop)

Spend $50 receive 3 card kits, pre-recorded video and PDF project sheet

Spend $100 receive 6 card kits, pre-recorded video and PDF project sheet.

Card kits are expected to ship September 30, 2024. If you have questions please reach out to me via email.

Happy Crafting! And enjoy the new holiday catalog!

Sincerely,

Melinda

More Than Autumn Pumpkin Spice Coffee Card! REPLAY *this card is going o...

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How to Make a Latch Fold Card (featuring A Little Latte Suite)

Get the free project sheet here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/LjZyvlB/latchfoldtutorial

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 6-1/2" Score: 4-1/4" (Pecan Pie, Early Espresso or Lemon Lolly Cardstock)
• Latch Fold Piece: 3-1/2 x 3-1/4 Score: 2-3/4" on the 3-1/4" side
• DSP Large Piece: 4 x 5-1/4"
• DSP Strip: 2 x 5-1/4"
• DSP Small Piece: 2-1/2 x 3-1/4"
• Basic White Piece: 2-1/2 x 3-1/4"
• (1) Large Nested Essential Die Cut Rectangle (Size: 2-3/8 x3") Pecan Pie or Early Espresso
• (1) Medium Nested Essential Die Cut Rectangle (Size: 2 x 2-5/8") Basic White 
• (2) Die Cut Coffee Cups from Little Latte DSP
• (2) Strips of Polka Dot Trim (3-1/2")
• (3) Swirl Dots

INSTRUCTIONS

• Cut card base 5-1/2 x 6-1/2" Score at 4-1/4" 
• Cut the latch fold piece to 3-1/2 x 3-1/4" Score at 2-3/4 on the 3-1/4" side
• Add glue to the small flap at the score line of this latch piece and tuck behind the large DSP panel (4 x 5-1/4" piece) on the right lower part of the card - about 1/4" from the bottom of the DSP panel
• Add small DSP piece to this panel with glue
• Add the DSP strip to the left side of the card base
• Stamp greeting onto the Nested Essential die cut in Early Espresso or desired ink color
• Decorate with die cut rectangle coffee mugs and glue to the layering die cut
• Add glue only to the left side of this die cut and adhere to the left flap in line with the latch panel on the right (I recommend Seal+ or multipurpose glue)
• Stamp sentiment on the Basic White panel for the inside of the card and glue behind the latch fold flap
• Now all of your pieces should be in place!
• Slide the latch fold BEHIND the rectangle die cut to close your fun fold!
• Finish with swirl dots
• OPTIONAL: Add two pieces of the trim on the right of the latch fold panel for extra texture and pop *use Stampin' Seal+ or strong adhesive*

VARIATIONS

Add COFFEE WITH FRIENDS STAMP SET - Mixes seamlessly with A Little Latte Suite

Use AUTUMN LEAVES with LATTE LOVE to create your own DSP! What a fabulous combination!

Color Combination: Basic Beige, Basic White, Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Early Espresso

I hope you enjoyed today's card ideas!

DID YOU KNOW...

• Stampin' Up! is having a sale on ANNUAL CATALOG DESIGNER SERIES PAPER! Yes, August 6 -31, 2024
• If you earned Bonus Days coupons in July you can redeem them in August!
• PAPER PUMPKIN AUGUST 2024: Time for Cake
• Subscribe by August 10, 2024 and get a bonus stamp set in this month's kit!

Happy Crafting!

Melinda

3 Different Ways to Create a Sky for Scene Cards (Have you seen the From...

You can download the free project sheet for today's cards here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/2qksFrl/3scenecardideas

3 fun ways to make backgrounds for scene cards! It's easier than you think!

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CARD 1 of 3

• Card Base: 4-1/4 x 11" Score: 5-1/2" (Lemon Lolly Cardstock)
• Insert: 4 x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• Night of Navy Deckled Rectangle 3-3/4 x 5-1/8"
• Basic White Deckled Rectangle 3-3/8 x 4-3/4"
• Basic White Deckled Rectangle 3 4-1/4"
• Basic Black Deckled Rectangle (plus scrap piece optional)
• Thanks Die Cut (Thanks & Beyond Dies Add-On)
• (1) Lemon Lolly Circle (Size: 2-3/8" Circle)
• (5) Sparkle Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

To create your night sky with Stampin' Blends (from the top down)

• Night of Navy Dark (about three or four lines across)
• Night of Navy Light (same as above)
• Misty Moonlight Dark (same as above)
• Misty Moonlight Light (same as above)
• Boho Blue Dark (same as above)
• Boho Blue Light (same as above)

I recommend just meeting the new color at the line of the last color. Don't feel like you have to color over the prior color. The stampin' blends are alcohol based markers that will blend nicely. If you do feel something is too dark try going over it with the lighter blue or use your Color Lifter. While the Color Lifter is not an eraser it will pull up and make the area used much lighter. I did not use my color lifter for this.

My goal with this was not to be perfectly blended but to create a cool, moody night sky for our moon. Let panel dry for a few moments before stamping onto it.

To Stamp: 

• Moon stamp from Under the Moon Stamp Set onto the Lemon Lolly circle with Gray Granite ink 
• Stamp the farm house from From our Home Stamp Set onto the same moon in Memento Tuxedo Black Ink 
• Fill in the entire house image with Stampin' Write Marker in Basic Black
• NOTE: You could also use your Stampin' Blends in Basic Black but I recommend masking the house before stamping the moon in that case
• Position your hillside die cut in black so you know where to stamp your trees from the Scenic Pumpkin Patch Stamp Set

Assemble Card:

Glue the Night of Navy to card first then the Basic White Layer.

Position your moon upper left of the Night Sky you created. Line up the hillside die cut in Black. Add the leftover piece in corner if you think necessary. I did add an extra snipet to mine in the left corner. Stamp those threes if you haven't already before gluing the moon and hillside to your sky scene.

Glue to card. Glue Thanks die cut (or desired sentiment) to the bottom of the hillside.

Finish with sparkle gems! PS don't forget to glue your insert into the card!

CARD 2 of 3

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" Score: 4-1/4" (Peach Pie Cardstock)
• Insert: 4 x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• (2) Basic White Deckled Rectangle 3-3/4 x 5-1/8"
• (7) Sparkle Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut the Deckled Rectangle Die. Then line up the tree scene die from Grove dies and die cut again with Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine.

This time, stamp the house from the From Our Home Stamp Set toward the bottom of the Deckled Rectangle you are going to color with your blends. Use the die cut tree scene to line up and stamp your house inbetween the trees but don't glue it down yet. Stamp the house in Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.

Stamp the house again on Stampin' Up! Masking Paper. Fussy cut and place mask over the house you stamped on the rectangle die cut.

Create your sunset sky with other Deckled Rectangle Die Cut with Stampin' Blends (from the top down)

NOTE: This time the die cut is horizontal or in the landscape position. The mask will protect the house image. You can color freely over the mask.

• Cajun Craze Dark (about three or four lines across)
• Cajun Craze Light (same as above)
• Pumpkin Pie Dark (same as above)
• Pumpkin Pie Light (same as above)
• Peach Pie Dark (same as above)
• Peach Pie Light (same as above)

Set aside to let the sky dry. it's ok to remove the mask on the house stamp now.

To color the house: 

• Poppy Parade Combo for House
• Pebbled Path and Basic Black Combo for the Roof and Porch Roof (and wraparound porch railing)
• Daffodil Delight Dark for the Windows
• Shaded Spruce for the tree and grassy around below the foundation of the house
• NOTE: Add detail to the trim with Stampin' Write Basic Black Marker (optional)

To color the Grove Scene Die Cut:

• Ink with Shaded Spruce ink pad or blends
• Use the darkest brown shade in the Natural Tones Stampin' Blends SU 100 for the tree trunks

Stamp "Home Sweet Home" from the From Our Home Stamp Set just above the house where the roof drops. (It kind of nests in there)

Once your panels are dry, glue the tree scene over the sunset sky scene with house. (It's ok if your die cut edges on the deckled rectangles are not perfect but if this bothers you just trim off the edges of the sunset scene layer before gluing the tree scene over it.

Finish with sparkle gems in gold.

CARD 3 of 3

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" Score: 4-1/4" (Night of Navy Cardstock)
• Insert: 4 x 5-1/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• (1) Night of Navy Deckled Rectangle 3-3/4 x 5-1/8"
• (1) Die Cut Tree Scene (Grove Dies) Basic Black Cardstock
• (1) Basic White 2-3/8" Circle
• (1) Die Cut Thanks in Basic White (Thanks & Beyond Dies Add-On)
• (7) Sparkle Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp moon in Basic Beige onto the Basic White circle. Stamp the farm house from the From Our Home stamp set onto the moon (no need to mask if coloring in with Stampin' Write Basic Black marker). Color in the image just as you did with Card 1. Optional: trim the bottom edge of the moon off when you place behind tree scene.

Add some black ink to the edges of the Night of Navy Deckled Rectangle with a blending brush.

Position the tree scene die cut over the Night of Navy Rectangle die cut but don't glue it yet. Place your moon where desired. Once you know where the moon is going, take the Whisper White Pigment Ink and a blending brush and create a radiating circle that will be larger than the 2-3/8" circle. This is going to become the glow of the moon so you can decide how soft or bold you want your white color.

Place the tree die cut scene on dimensionals. Place moon on dimensionals. Glue moon in the center of the white glow circle you just created. Then position and glue your tree scene.

Glue the die cut thanks lower right corner. Adhere this whole panel to Night of Navy card base.

Finish with sparkle gems in silver (to look like stars in the night sky)

I hope you enjoyed today's card ideas!

If you would like to participate in my free Halloween Potions & Spells Bundle Card Class the deadline to place an order is 7/31/2024

Email me if you have questions!

Here is the product list of what I used on today's cards.

Happy Crafting!

Melinda

SO EASY to make backgrounds with your Stampin' Blends Markers!
You choose your color combo and have fun with this!
Here is the combo I used for Card 1 (shown here and above)

I highly recommend Stampin' Up! Masking Paper as an
affordable and useful tool for your craft room
so you can make fun projects like this in repeat!
TIP: If you make a silhouette with a Stampin' Write Basic Black marker
you do not need to mask
If you use your Stampin' Blends Combo Pack in Black I recommend
masking your house prior to stamping this fabulous moon!