April 2023 Paper Pumpkin Alternate Card Ideas: Maximize Use of Your Die ...

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Hello! This month's Paper Pumpkin Alternate Project Sheet is a little different because the measurements are for "note card" or thank you card size. You can modify these to the Paper Pumpkin card size if you like. Just wanted to note ahead of time these are smaller than the kit cards.

NOTE: I will also be featuring "preorder" item: Circle Sayings Bundle. This will be available to purchase for customers 5/2/2023. Demonstrators can order it now. This bundle can also be placed in the Starter Kit now. Questions? Email: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

Coordinating colors for the April 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit

CARD 1 MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5 x 7" score: 3-1/2" (Balmy Blue Cardstock)
• Granny Apple Green Cardstock Layer: 1-1/2 x 5"
• Basic Black Cardstock Layer: 1/2 x 5"
• Paper Pumpkin Leaf Die Cut: Cut to 2 x 5" 
• White Circle Punch: 2-3/8"
• Inside Layer: 3-1/4 x 4-3/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• Brushed Brass Butterflies (3)

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut the leaf die cut in half and trim the edges so it measures 2 x 5" Glue this to the card front (top). Take the Granny Apple Green piece and using the rectangles pattern stamp from the Paper Pumpkin kit, stamp a pattern across this panel in Granny Apple Green ink. Glue to the bottom of the card.

Glue black strip where the two layers meet on the card front for a clean, finished look.

Stamp desired greeting on circle. I used Circle Sayings to stamp "Sending you a" in Memento Tuxedo Black ink and "Thank you" in Granny Apple Green ink. (Love two tone looks with greetings, when possible). Note: you can also use the greetings from the Paper Pumpkin kit but I need a lot of Thank you cards for May, so I went with a thank you theme overall.

Pop circle up on dimensionals and place center on card.

Add Brushed Brass Butterflies or embellishments from kit. I added 3 butterflies around the leaf pattern. I think it adds a touch of Spring to the cards.

CARD 2 MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5 x 7" score: 3-1/2" (Petal Pink Cardstock)
• Shaded Spruce Cardstock Layer: 3 x 5"
• Paper Pumpkin Envelope Layer: 2-1/2 x 5"
• Paper Pumpkin Single Flower Die Cut
• Paper Pumpkin Banner Die Cut
• Calypso Coral Twine (from kit) (About 18")
• Inside Layer: 3-1/4 x 4-3/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• Iridescent Rhinestones from Kit (3)

INSTRUCTIONS

This card is simple and clean in design. This is one of the ways I like to "extend" the life of the kit with alternate cards. The Paper Pumpkin designed cards have this flower die cut as a layer on top of the floral trio die cut. By holding back that piece we can use it as a focal point on other cards. That's the idea here.

Glue down the Shaded Spruce piece first. After you trim down the envelope front to 3 x 5, wrap the twine around it as many times as desired. I chose 3 times. Glue this layer to Shaded Spruce piece.

Stamp desired sentiment on banner die cut from kit. I chose to stamp "Thank you" from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Calypso Coral ink. Pop up on dimensionals and add to upper left corner. Pop flower up on dimensionals and add to the right center over twine.

Finish with the rhinestones from kit

CARD 3 MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5 x 7" score: 3-1/2" (Basic White Cardstock)
• Paper Pumpkin Envelope Layer: 2-1/8 x 5"
• Paper Pumpkin Cherry Blossom Die Cut (Trimmed)
• White Circle Punch: 2-3/8"
• Parakeet Party Metallic Woven Ribbon (2 pieces about 5-1/2" each)
• Iridescent Rhinestones from Kit (3)
• Brushed Brass Butterflies (2)

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp the rectangles pattern stamp (from the kit) across the top and bottom of the card front in Balmy Blue ink. Trim the envelope to 2-1/8 x 5." Take the two pieces of Parakeet Party ribbon and tuck the edges behind this layer at the top for one piece and the bottom for the other piece. Glue to center of card.

Stamp "Celebrate" onto the white punched out circle using the stamp from Circle Sayings. Stamp "Enjoy your day" from the Paper Pumpkin kit in Shaded Spruce on the Petal Pink circle die cut. Pop this circle on dimensionals and add to the center of the larger circle. It is a perfect fit! Love this combo!

The original cherry blossom die cut branch from the kit is very large and very beautiful. I decided to cut it into 3 pieces. The middle and small pieces of the cherry blossom are tucked slightly under the white circles at an angle on either end to make it look continuous. Place these pieces on dimensionals

Finish with butterflies and embellishments from kit

CARD 4 MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5 x 7" score: 3-1/2" (Calypso Coral Cardstock)
• Granny Apple Green Cardstock Layer: 3-1/4 x 4-3/4"
• Basic White Cardstock Layer: 3-1/8 x 4-5/8"
• Paper Pumpkin Cherry Blossom Die Cut (Trimmed)
• White Circle Punch: 2-3/8"
• Calypso Coral Twine (from kit) (About 12")
• Paper Pumpkin Calypso Coral Floral Die Cut
• Paper Pumpkin Stitched Rectangle Die Cut (rounded corners piece)
• Inside Layer: 3-1/4 x 4-3/4" (Basic White Cardstock)
• Brushed Brass Butterflies (2)

INSTRUCTIONS

Note: Of all of the alternates, this one has the most stamping (3 ink shades) and layers.

Stamp a background on the Basic White layer using the branch stamp from the kit in Petal Pink. Stamp this image in repeat all over the layer including stamping slightly off the edges to give it a "DSP" look. Stamp the single flower stamp from the kit in Poppy Parade ink throughout the layer between or over the branch pattern you just stamped.

Stamp Thank you in Granny Apple Green (or desired sentiment) on the rectangle die cut.

Glue the Granny Apple layer down first. Wrap the twine twice around your background layer and glue this to the Granny Apple Green layer.

Take the circle you punched out and with a Small Blending Brush (this step is optional) create a soft peachy look with Petal Pink ink and the blending Brush. Add the Cherry Blossom die cut (the bottom piece you trimmed) to the circle with dimensionals. Pop the circle on dimensionals too and add to card on the right.

Glue the sentiment to the Calypso Coral floral die cut along the bottom. Place this whole sentiment piece on dimensionals and tuck slightly under the circle.

Finish with butterflies.

NOTE: If you used the color card bases like I did, be sure to add your inside Basic White panel layers to the insides of your cards if needed. These bases are light but I still like the look of the layer inside the card as well.

If you do not have extra white cardstock, consider punching out the circles from the backs of the card bases in the kits. 

Stampin' Up! sells a pack of note cards and envelopes pre-cut and scored. While I made my own card bases for these alternates with cardstock on hand, I do highly recommend this product if you like making cards in this smaller size or if you send a lot of note and/ or thank you cards. I will include it with the product list. 

EVENTS COMING SOON!!!!!! We are two weeks away from the launch of the new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog! We are one week away from opening registration for two upcoming events to celebrate that catalog launch: 

1.) Paper Share!!!!!!!! (I open registration 4/26/23) If you are interested, please email me at stampingwithhart@gmail.com and I add you to the priority list. I'll personally send you the event link on 4/26. Because the registration period is so tight, advance notice is helpful as I sell these in groups of 4. Questions? Let me know.

2. 2023-2025 In Color Club

I will also open registration 4/26/23 for my In Color Club. I will be posting more details soon but if you'd like more information then email me at stampingwithhart@gmail.com and I can email you flyer for both of these events.

Speaking of 2023-2025 In Colors... the May 2023 Paper Pumpkin kit will feature the new colors, including one of them as the ink spot in the box! Be sure you are subscribed so you don't miss out on this kit: Subscribe

Happy crafting!

Melinda

April 2023 Paper Pumpkin UNBOXING & CARD ASSEMBLY: Plus, Details on My U...

Hello! I just received my April 2023 Paper Pumpkin kit so we are going to unbox and assemble in this video. I did not follow the instructions exactly and I share why in the video. 

I am BIG on alternates so there are times I hold back on die cuts and/ or embellishments so I can save them for alternate card ideas and this helps extend the life of the kit!

Before I jump into the Paper Pumpkin unboxing, there is BIG NEWS! Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 19, 2023, for ONE DAY ONLY, you can get FREE SHIPPING on orders of $75 or more (before tax).

Here is my April 2023 Host Code shop link: Shop with this link for Host Code

When you use my Host Code in the online store between April 2-30, 2023 and spend $50 or more (before tax) you will receive a FREE EMBELLISHMENT from me in May.

Questions? Email me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

The April kit has this iridescent foiling (looks holographic!) So pretty!
I was trying to capture it in a picture.

For those of you who may be new here or new to Paper Pumpkin, this is a monthly craft subscription box from Stampin' Up! The majority of the kits are cardmaking kits but a few can also feature 3D projects.

Paper Pumpkin kits are all-inclusive meaning everything you need to create the cards is inside the box. I would recommend scissors, your preferred adhesive and a couple clear blocks if you have them, but if you are brand new to cardmaking, there is adhesive provided in the kit each month. 

The next kit will be the May 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit:

Subscribe by 5/10/2023 for the May 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit
It will feature the brand new 2023-2025 In Colors available 5/2/23

Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin here: https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2212777

There are also prepaid subscription options available for Paper Pumpkin. You can find out more information on the Stampin' website or contact me and I can help.

Something to note: There will be a price increase on Paper Pumpkin starting May 2, 2023. If you would like to lock in the current price, I recommend purchasing a prepaid subscription for 3, 6 or 12 months this month before the price increases.  

Just to sum up, FREE SHIPPING starts at Midnight Mountain Time/ 2AM Eastern Time

The FREE SHIPPING OFFER ends at 11:59 pm Mountain Time/ 1:59 am Eastern Time

Thank you for visiting the blog! Happy crafting!

Melinda

Circle Sayings is a MUST HAVE Versatile Bundle: Easily Pair New Stamps w...

You can download the FREE Project Sheet for today's cards here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/SacR2FY/circlessaybythebay2023

Note: If you are already on my email list the project sheet has already been emailed to you.

Hello and welcome! Today I'm tackling how to combine old favorites with new products! There is a brand new bundle called Circle Sayings that will be available to customers starting May 2, 2023 and available for demonstrators to purchase now. You can also place preorder items in a Starter Kit and save! 

This project sheet takes simple card layouts with the By the Bay Designer Series Paper, a retiring paper pack that is currently on sale and we are going to pair it with this very versatile new bundle to make all occasion cards you will love! If you like the retiring items being used in this tutorial DO NOT WAIT to order them in my personal opinion.  Once last chance items are gone - they are gone! 

Here are the colors we are working with today

CARD 1

MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" score: 4-1/4" (Night of Navy Cardstock)
• By the Bay DSP: 4-1/8 x 5-3/8"
• 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Night of Navy Cardstock)
• Sheer Pool Party Ribbon - 2 Pieces (About 6" each)

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp "Sending you a..." in VersaMark ink on the Night of Navy circle. Stamp "Warm Hello" in VersaMark ink as well. Sprinkle white heat emboss powder and heat set.

NOTE: I recommend using an anti-static tool on the cardstock prior to adding the VersaMark ink. This helps prevent the powder from sticking to anything other than the ink.

Add one piece of sheer pool party ribbon across the DSP. I secure ribbon edges behind DSP with glue and then glue the DSP to the card front.

Place circle on dimensionals and add to card, upper right. Tie a bow and secure to bottom of circle with a glue dot.

CARD 2

MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" score: 4-1/4" (Coastal Cabana Cardstock)
• By the Bay DSP: 2-1/4 x 5-1/4" (Shell Pattern)
• By the Bay DSP: 1-3/4 x 5-1/4" (Wood Panel Pattern)
• 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Basic White Cardstock)
• Pool Party Grosgrain Ribbon - 1 Piece (About 6")

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp "Thinking of You" in Coastal Cabana ink at the top of circle. Stamp "Today" in Night of Navy ink. Stamp seashell stamp at the bottom of the circle in Memento Tuxedo Black ink. Color seashells with Stampin' Blends: Crumb Cake for Starfish, Night of Navy, Pool Party and Balmy Blue for the seashells. Assemble DSP panels. I added a piece of Tear and Tape on the back of Pool Party ribbon to help secure the two DSP panels together and glue it to the card base. Pop circle up on dimensionals and add to center of the card.

CARD 3

MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" score: 4-1/4" (Night of Navy Cardstock)
• Night of Navy Cardstock Strip: 1 x 5-1/4"
• By the Bay DSP: 4 x 5-1/4" (Shell Pattern)
• 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Basic White Cardstock)
• Pool Party Grosgrain Ribbon - 1 Piece (About 6")

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp seashells pattern at the top of circle and then again at the bottom of the circle in Memento Tuxedo Black ink if you plan to color seashells with Stampin' Blends. Stamp "Happy Birthday" in Night of Navy ink. Color seashells with Stampin' Blends. Stampin' Blends colors used on shells: Crumb Cake, Pool Party, Tahitian Tide, Balmy Blue and Night of Navy. Set aside.

Glue DSP to card base. Glue edges of ribbon to back of Night of Navy cardstock strip and glue to center of card.

Place circle on dimensionals and add to center of card.

CARD 4

MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" score: 4-1/4" (Balmy Blue Cardstock)
• By the Bay DSP: 4-1/8 x 5-3/8" 
• 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Basic White Cardstock)
• Tahitian Tide Twine (from 2022-2024 In Color Twine Combo Pack) - Enough to wrap 4 times or to desired amount

INSTRUCTIONS

Stamp Celebrate in Night of Navy ink on the circle. Stamp cupcake in Memento ink in the center of the circle if you plan to color with Stampin' Blends.

Stampin' Blends used on the cupcake: Petal Pink, Night of Navy, Tahitian Tide, Balmy Blue and Pool Party

Set aside circle.

Wrap twine around DSP as many times as desired. I wrapped 4 times, applied Seal around the edges of DSP and secured to card. Adjust your twine, if desired.

Place circle on dimensionals and add to right over the twine.

CARD 5 - Book Bind Fun Fold

CARD MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 4-1/4 x 11" score: 5-1/2 and 6-3/4" (Pool Party Cardstock)
• By the Bay DSP: 4 x 4" Swimming Fish Pattern
• By the Bay DSP: 1 x 4" Swimming Fish Pattern
• 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Pool Party Cardstock)

INSTRUCTIONS

Burnish the score lines with bone folder and then glue the book bind section to card. Glue DSP to card front.

Stamp Thank you and the line pattern stamp in VersaMark ink on the circle. Create pattern with lines if desired, but optional. Follow steps in prior card regarding heat embossing. This time use the gold heat embossing powder to match the gold fish pattern.

Add dimensionals to circle and place on card.

I hope you enjoyed today's free project sheet and card ideas!

Want to get the Circle Sayings bundle now? Preorder products now? Assemble your Starter Kit here: https://www.stampinup.com/join?demoid=2212777 

Here is how the Starter Kit works:

• You choose the products you want and put them into your Starter Kit up to $125.00 (cannot exceed this amount)
• You will only pay $99 (before tax) which is a $26 product savings
• FREE Shipping on the Starter Kit
• FREE Paper Pumpkin Kit included with your Starter Kit

After you have gotten your Starter Kit order completed you will get access to the Demonstrator Website and when you make purchases (after the starter kit) you can save 20% on orders as a hobby demonstrator! You can access a PDF version of the upcoming catalog before anyone else sees it and you can participate in Demonstrator Facebook Groups (if you'd like). There is so much fun and inspiration in the groups!

Have questions? Email me. I am happy to set up a time to talk or communicate by email if you prefer. You will find my contact information in the upper corner of this project sheet.

This is a great time to join and get those brand new In Colors and Color Refresh (called CORE Colors) with the demonstrator discount.

Thank you for spending some time with me today and happy crafting!

All About the BRAND NEW 2023-2025 In Color Collection from Stampin' Up!,...

Hello and welcome! The products featured in today's blog are PRE-ORDER items that will be available for customers to purchase starting May 2, 2023 when the new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog launches to customers.

Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

If you do not want to wait there is a way you can get these products now... DID YOU KNOW... you can put "preorder" items I am showing in today's video in the Starter Kit? That's right! You do not have to wait to get these brand new colors and preorder products when you join and you'll save $26 on the kit and get FREE shipping!

Have questions? Reach out to me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com Ready to join? Start here: https://ida.stampinup.com/?demoid=2212777

Here are just a few of the preorder items you could add to your starter kit - and remember - you choose whatever you like but if you want the products used to make today's cards:

• Fresh as a Daisy Suite (Preorder only until 5/2/2023)
• Circle Sayings Stamp Set *This is where "warm hello" is from (Preorder only until 5/2/2023)
• 2023-2025 In Color Stampin' Pads Collection (All 5 Colors, Preorder only until 5/2/2023)
• 2023-2025 In Color Cardstock Pack 8-1/2 x 11" (All 5 Colors, Preorder only until 5/2/2023)
• Cheerful Daisy Bundle (if you do not want the entire suite, Preorder only until 5/2/2023)
• Fresh as a Daisy Designer Series Paper (if you only want DSP, Preorder only until 5/2/2023)

Featured In Colors: BOHO BLUE & PEBBLED PATH
Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

The card layout is the same. It's the daisies and In Colors that vary with each card.

CARD MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 4-1/4 x 11" Score: 5-1/2" (Basic White Cardstock)
• DSP Strip: 1-1/4 x 5-1/2" (Fresh as a Daisy DSP)
• In Color Cardstock Strip: 1/2 x 5-1/2"
• Scalloped Contour Die Cut 3-1/8 x 4-3/8" Size (Fresh as a Daisy DSP on the In Color Side)
• Daisy Die Cuts (varies per card)
• Sentiment Die Cut (Basic White Cardstock)

INSTRUCTIONS

Glue DSP strip and cardstock strip to the left side on card front.

Glue the scalloped contour die cut to the right.

Depending on your daisy combination, stamp and die cut desired size daisies. You have the option to make die cut daisies, stamped daisies or a combination of the two. I varied my combinations. You can reference the photos. I was inspired by the DSP for come of the color combos.

Build/ Stamp your daisies and add to the Scalloped Contour Die Cut Piece.

Stamp sentiment (this is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set - also brand new) because these cards will be going out with my catalogs and I wanted a warm greeting. Stamp this in desired coordinating In Color.

Featured In Colors: BOHO BLUE & COPPER CLAY
Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

Featured In Colors: MOODY MAUVE, WILD WHEAT & COPPER CLAY
Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

Featured In Colors: PEBBLED PATH & WILD WHEAT
Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

Featured In Colors: WILD WHEAT & COPPER CLAY
Fresh as a Daisy Suite
Sentiment is from Circle Sayings Stamp Set
2023-2025 In Color Ink and Cardstock

I hope you enjoyed this first round of preorder cards!

NEW ANNUAL CATALOG MAILING LIST

If you have placed an order with me in the last 6 months you will automatically receive a new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog unless you reach out to me to tell me not to mail it.

If you do not already have a demonstrator I would love to earn your business! Reach out to me and I'd be happy to get you on the mailing list.

NEW IN COLOR CLUB/ PAPER SHARE/ CORE COLOR CLUB COMING SOON!

I will be launching 3 events 7 days prior to the catalog launching! 

• 2023-2025 In Color Club
• 2023-2024 Annual Catalog Paper Share
• CORE Color Club *these are the new colors and returning colors being added to the collection*

Stampin' Up! has a policy in place where demonstrators cannot collect money for new catalog products for classes or events until 7 days prior to launch.

If you want to get on the waiting list for one or all 3 upcoming events, email me here and I'll make sure to send you the event link when it's time: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

MAY 2023 PAPER PUMPKIN - FIRST LOOK

Before I end this blog... the next Paper Pumpkin kit will feature the new In Colors! Because this post is ALL ABOUT the new In Colors I had to include this. I will be doing alternate projects using the In Color Collection end of May. Let's get EXCITED for this upcoming kit!

Make sure you are subscribed by May 10, 2023 for the Exploring In Color kit! 

If you have purchased a prepaid code, make sure it is activated prior to May 10, 2023

If you need to subscribe, click here: https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2212777

Thank you for spending time on the blog with me!

Happy Crafting,

Melinda

First Pre-Order Unboxing for the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog: How You Can G...

Hello Everyone! I will get more pictures uploaded to the blog soon but I did not want to wait to post the replay so you could get a good look at the preorder! Such an exciting time!

I will update shortly. In the meantime, enjoy the unboxing! 

Happy Crafting,

Melinda

Tea Boutique Cards and Envelopes 60% off! Shop the Retirement Sale & Sav...

Hello! Welcome to today's blog where I am focused on the outgoing Tea Boutique Collection from Stampin' Up!

Yes, these fabulous products are retiring and since it's one of my favorites I wanted to do a retiring product highlight. The Tea Boutique Cards and Envelopes are 60% off! Don't wait if you want these. The last chance has been wildly popular and things are selling out fast!

I have a complete shopping list below and more than one product used is on sale but I have to shout out that cards and envelopes deal...

I also want to give fellow demonstrator Patty Bennett a huge shoutout today. Patty is part of my upline and has very kindly selected me and two other demonstrators, Patti Dolan and Jennie Fetz, to be part of her Artisan Design Team for April, May and June 2023! 

Thank you so much Patty! I am so grateful for this opportunity and I look forward to designing for you in the coming months. Be sure to check out these demonstrators. They are all very talented women and business owners! Today kicks off my artisan projects for Patty's Team and all of you!

Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes in Sweet Sorbet
Tea Boutique DSP (Lemons)

Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes in Parakeet Party
Tea Boutique DSP (Tea Cups)

Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes in Tahitian Tide
Tea Boutique DSP (Floral Patterns)

I love easy these cards are to reproduce in multiples
Using coordinating colors and products cuts design time in half!

CARD MEASUREMENTS

Parakeet Party Card:

• Card Base - Pre Cut and Scored from Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes
• Tea Boutique DSP (Starry Sky Gingham Pattern) 2 x 5-1/2"
• Tea Boutique DSP (Stacked Tea Cups Pattern) 1 x 5-1/2"
• 1 Die Cut Tea Cup in Basic White Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut Tea Bag Tab in Basic White Cardstock
• 3 Heart Pearls
• 1 Piece of 2022-2024 In Color Twine in Starry Sky (About 2")

INSTRUCTIONS for Parakeet Party Card

Glue DSP to the left side of card front in two layers, teacups center on top.

Stamp teacup design on tea cup die cut in Starry Sky ink from the Cup of Tea Stamp Set.

Stamp "It's time for tea" on the tea bag tag die cut in Starry Sky ink. 

Glue one end of the twine to back of teacup. Glue the other end to the tea bag tag. Place both pieces on dimensionals and add to left side of card front.

Finish with Heart Pearls.

Tahitian Tide Card:

• Card Base - Pre Cut and Scored from Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes
• 3 Die Cut Hexagons (1-5/8" size) in Tea Boutique DSP
• 1 Die Cut Tea Cup in Basic White Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut Tea Bag Mini Tag in Basic White Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut Floral Piece in Basic White Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut from Something Fancy Dies (Longest, largest die) in Starry Sky Cardstock
• 1 Heart Pearl
• 1 Piece of 2022-2024 In Color Twine in Tahitian Tide (About 2")

INSTRUCTIONS for Tahitian Tide Card: 

Stamp tea cup with striped pattern in Tahitian Tide ink. 

Stamp "I just can't thank you enough" on the mini tea bag tag.

Stamp the plant in Parakeet Party ink on coordinating die cut piece. 

*DIE CUT BEFORE STAMPING FLOWERS* If you stamp first you may end up cutting off the flowers at the top of the plant. 

Stamp flowers in Starry Sky over the plant image. 

Glue the plant to the back of the teacup - tuck in twine as well if you want a tea bag tag here - and then place on dimensionals.

Glue Starry Sky die cut to left side center of card base. Place teacup on this on the lower end.

Glue 3 die cut hexagons to the right side of card.

Add Heart Pearl if desired.

Sweet Sorbet Card: 

• Card Base - Pre Cut and Scored from Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes
• 2 Die Cut Hexagons (1-5/8" size) in Tea Boutique DSP - LEMON Pattern
• 5 Die Cut Hexagons (1-1/4" size) in Tea Boutique DSP - LEMON Pattern
• 1 Die Cut Tea Cup in Vellum Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut Tea Cup - DETAIL OVERLAY - in Crushed Curry DSP Pattern
• 2 Die Cut Lemon Wedges in Crushed Curry Cardstock
• 2 Die Cut Lemon Wedges - DETAIL PIECES - in Crushed Curry Cardstock
• 1 Die Cut from Something Fancy Dies in Basic White Cardstock
• 3 Heart Pearls

INSTRUCTIONS for Sweet Sorbet Card

I created two versions of this card. The only difference is the die cut the sentiment is stamped on, just different dies from the same set - Something Fancy - and one card has die cut lemons, the other has two stamped lemons on the die cut wedge. You can create your cards as desired.

Create a pattern on the left side of card front with your die cut hexagons in the lemon DSP pattern. I wouldn't go further than two rows. It creates a fun, easy pattern. Glue to card base.

Glue the tea cup die cut overlay to vellum - NOTE - I highly recommend using Adhesive Sheets on the detail teacup die cut. It turns it into a sticker and you don't have to worry about mess on the vellum.

Glue teacup lower right. Be strategic about glue placement because it can show through vellum. A couple of glue dots or adhesive dots behind the design pattern should be fine. 

Add one lemon wedge to teacup with a dimensional. Add one lemon wedge to the sentiment with a dimensional.

Stamp lemons in Crushed Curry Ink. Stamp sentiment in Crushed Curry Ink. 

Finish with Heart Pearls.

DESIGN TIP: I was inspired to create these hexagon patterns from the card on the front of the January to April 2023 Mini Catalog. Before these catalogs retire, page back through and find some of your favorite cards in them and use those ideas for some upcoming cards. It's a great way to get inspired and not stress about a card layout or design.

If you have questions about the last chance sale or joining during the last chance sale, please email me or direct message me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

Countdown to Last Chance Sale: Find Out What's Retiring from the January...

Hello! Stampin' Up! kicks off the the LAST CHANCE SALE tomorrow and it's going to be for TWO CATALOGS at the same time!

I went through the Annual Catalog on Friday and today we are focusing on the Mini Catalog January to April 2023 from Stampin' Up! 

The sale begins at MIDNIGHT Mountain Time/ 2AM Eastern or translate to your time zone. I am on the East Coast.

I also have a Host Code for April 2023. When you spend $50 or more (before tax) using my April Code between April 2-30, 2023 you will receive a free embellishment from me. 

Here is the April Host Code information and shop link: 

April 2023 Host Code shop link: https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=SFUAW2FF

If you have any questions please reach out to me.

WHY TOMORROW - April 4th or after - IS A GREAT TIME TO JOIN STAMPIN' UP!

The Last Chance Sale kicks off tomorrow and will have great savings, of course! 

When you get the Starter Kit, you choose $125 in product and only pay $99 *before tax* That is a $26 savings, plus FREE SHIPPING and, yes, you can put Last Chance products in your Starter Kit

Here what is really cool if you join tomorrow...

NEW Annual Catalog preorder starts for demonstrators tomorrow! That means... if you purchase your starter kit on the 4th or the rest of April once preorder launches... you can put brand new items from the preorder in your starter kit too! 

So, what does that mean... you know those new In Colors 2023-2025 that will be in the new catalog... you can put those in your starter kit tomorrow when preorder kicks off! Those brand new and returing colors from the Color Refresh... you can put those in your Starter Kit starting 4/4...

You can start getting those demonstrator perks from the minute you put together your starter kit! 

Once you complete your Starter Kit purchase, you can access the Demonstrator Website and start looking at a PDF version of the upcoming 2023-2024 Annual Catalog (that launches to customers May 2nd) 

When you place your first Demonstrator Order... (this means after you have purchased your Starter Kit)  and you are now placing your first order as a demonstrator you will save 20%... on top of the Last Chance discounts! 

There are so many fun reasons to join and lots of creative inspiration and community... but the value is incredible and you don't have to wait for those gorgeous new colors.

So, become a demonstrator in April and take advantage of those perks or enjoy the sale as a happy customer and wait to start purchasing the new catalog goodies on May 2, 2023.

Because the Annual Catalog is BIG and there are tons of fabulous products in there, there is a designated "preorder" list for demonstrators. These are certain items from the catalog you can order ahead of time, so the entire catalog is not available for preorder but a good number of items can be purchased during preorder including those new color collections. 

So, if you have any questions about if the Starter Kit or joining Stampin' Up! are right for you, please reach out to me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

If you want to join tomorrow when those preorder items will be available then click here when you are ready to assemble that starter kit: JOIN STAMPIN' UP!

Have fun shopping the last chance sale tomorrow! While we are saying goodbye to so many things, WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE that new catalog! 

Note: Demonstrators are NOT PERMITTED to share the inside of a Stampin' Up! catalog prior to it launching to customers. This is one of the reasons it is such a benefit to become a demonstrator. We can take a picture of the cover only until it launches officially 5/2/2023 and then we can share those catalog pages with you.

You are going to love it! 

Happy crafting!

Melinda