More Festive & Bright Card Ideas (Available August 3rd) HALLOWEEN & FALL

How cool is this Festive & Bright Bundle?

Couldn't resist making more of these border stamp cards with a Fall and Halloween theme.

Card Measurements:

Card Base: 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 - Scored at 4 1/4" - Basic White Cardstock

Layering Piece: Cute Halloween Designer Series Paper (Orange & Black Stripe) - 2 1/2 x 3 3/4"

Gingham Ribbon 4 inches or so (a little extra to wrap around the back of the layer)

2 - Die Cut Ghosts in Basic White Cardstock

1 Sentiment Die Cut - Basic White Cardstock

Supplies:

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Trio Punch to round the corners of the DSP Layer

Multi Purpose Glue, Tear and Tape Adhesive and Stampin' Dimensionals

Stamps Used: Halloween Border Stamp, Spooky Sentiment and Spider Dangling from Web

Stampin' Blends:

Basic Black Light - Witch Hats

Pumpkin Pie Dark - Accessories on Hats and Broom Accents

Soft Suede Light - Broom Handles

Gray Granite Light - Broom Bristles

Smoky Gray Light - Tracing the webs

For those of you who really like creating photo cards or invitations but still want the handmade touch I made this Apple theme card and included a picture of my son the first time he picked his own apple at the farm. It was such a sweet moment. I love the coordinating apple die. I will be using that a lot!

Stampin' Blends: Poppy Parade Light and Dark & Old Olive Light and Dark. Just alternated as I colored all of those leaves and apples. Used a touch of Soft Suede on the branches.

This Stamp Set or Bundle will be available August 3rd when the new July-December 2021 Mini Stampin' Catalog goes live to customers.

You can purchase it as a preorder item now if you are demonstrator. You can also include it in your Starter Kit. Love a crafting community, first look, first buy and discounts? You get all of that when you purchase the starter kit - plus FREE SHIPPING! 

Purchase the Starter Kit

Grateful (Nuts About Squirrels) & Falliday Stamp a Stack

 

GRATEFUL SQUIRREL CARD

When I knew I was designing a Gratitude card I had to pick the squirrel who scored the acorn. There are two different squirrels to choose from in this brand new stamp set "Nuts About Squirrels" from Stampin' Up! I also incorporated the leaves and sentiment from another stamp set that coordinates perfectly, "Sparkle of the Season."

These stamp sets will be available to customers on August 3rd. If you do not want to wait you do have the option of adding them to a starter kit! As a demonstrator you can preorder these items now and that includes the starter kit. Questions, email me or message me and I'd happy to talk with you.

If you need a catalog (the new one is called July to December 2021 Mini Catalog from Stampin' Up!) message me and I'll get one out to you if you do not currently have a demonstrator.

Here are the details about this card:

Card Measurements:

5 1/2 x 8 1/2 - Scored at 4 1/4"

DSP Layer 4 1/4 x 5 1/2

Medium Scalloped Contour Die in Bumblebee

Basic White Rectangle 2 x 3 1/4"

Early Espresso Layering Piece - 1 x 5 1/2"

Basic White Sentiment Rectangle - 3/4 x 3 1/2"

Products Used:

Nuts About Squirrels Stamp Set

Sparkle of the Season Stamp Set

Timber Embossing Folder

Brushed Metallic Adhesive Dots

Beauty of Friendship Designer Series Paper

Basic White/ Bumblebee/ Early Espresso Cardstock

Bumblebee/ Crumb Cake/ Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pads

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Multipurpose Glue/ Stampin' Dimensionals

Clear Block Bundle

ABOUT FALLIDAY STAMP A STACK

What is a Stamp A Stack?

Just as it sounds. We make a stack of cards for you to give during the fall season. Perfect for fall birthdays, or just because you want to give a card.

Here's what you get:

• $40 Product goody bag (including new Timber embossing folder)
• 10 Fall themed card kits
• Shipping included
• PDFs & Videos for all the cards

Class Fee Options:

• $59 - Falliday Stamp A Stack
• $121.75 - Falliday Stamp A Stack (GET IT ALL both add ons)
• $76.00 - Add on just the Nuts About Squirrels
• $104.75 - Add on just Sparkle Of The Season Bundle

Other Info:

• The event will ship on August 31st.
• The PDF's and Videos will be emailed on August 31st
• When you add on the stamp sets above I pay your shipping and tax for the stamp sets. Heck of a deal!
• Last day to sign up is August 16th
• IF there is a backorder situation there could be a delay in shipment. However not seeing that as an issue at this time.

Be sure to sign up for my email list and I will get the event invitation to you! You can also request the event details from me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

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Thank you so much for spending time with me today! I hope you enjoyed this card which will be one of 10 Fall Theme cards in the Falliday Stamp a Stack! 

Have a great day and happy crafting!

Positive Encouragement Cards for Kids (Love Stellar Birthday Messaging)

My son Connor started Summer Camp last week. This camp helps Pre K kids transition to Kindergarten but for Connor there's additional transition concerns due to the autism support he needs at a new, much bigger school. Let's just say it's a big transition for me too. 

It's a very special time for him and I wanted to make something that would bring a smile to his face on his first day. He LOVES stars and space. Stellar Birthday Stamp Set fit the bill!

Card Measurements: 

5 1/2 x 8 1/2 and scored at 4 1/4" - Basic White Cardstock

Layering Piece 4 x 5 1/4" Basic White Cardstock

Sentiment for Boy Astronaut card: 1 x 2 1/4"

Sentiment Piece for Girl Card (Small Star Die from Tidings & Trimmings Bundle)

Products Used: 

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad

Pacific Point Classic Stampin' Pad

Stellar Birthday Stamp Set

Blending Brushes

Sponge Daubers

Shimmery White Embossing Paste & Spatulas

Star Stencil from March 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit

Banners Pick a Punch

Polished Pink Ribbon (for her card)

Stampin' Blends for Boy Astronaut:

Misty Moonlight Light

Gray Granite Light

Ivory

Cinnamon Cider

Stampin' Blends for Girl Astronaut: 

Polished Pink Light

Gray Granite Light

Ivory

Cajun Craze

Misty Moonlight and Pacific Point are the colors for the space background

The blending brushes have been a learning curve for me. I kept getting harsh marks on other projects so this time I decided to make the harsh marks the background! I actually loved the result. So, Misty Moonlight was blended to create the overall background and then I added in smaller dabs of Pacific Point with a Sponge Dauber in the lighter areas to create a two tone look.

This was my first time using the Shimmery White Embossing Paste and it was a very cool technique. If you have a sensory seeker who enjoys textures and sparkles this is such a nice addition to a card. It is true about cleaning up your stencil and spatula right away with warm water. Don't let it sit. It hardens quickly.

This is a pretty straightforward technique. The more opaque the better if you want the paste to really stand out against your background. That's what I chose here. You could also do a very thin layer which is a bit of a softer look. 

Just a note about the Mercury Glass Acetate. The silver side has a plastic layer you can remove. I used this to create the moon in the corner.

Festive & Bright Stamp Set from Stampin' Up! (My First Card Swap)

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Christmas in July Card Class Registration is Now Open!

 

I am thrilled to offer a Christmas in July Card Class this year! I plan to make it a tradition, actually. I filmed a quick video to tell you about it. Click here:

If you'd like more information on how to sign up, click here: How to Sign Up for Christmas in July Class

If you want to contact me directly with any questions regarding this class: stampingwithhart@gmail.com