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Technique Tuesday: Faux Ripped Paper

Take a piece of white paper and tear it along the longer edge, so that you have peaks.  Ink up a sponge wedge or a sponge dauber with classic ink.  Lay torn edges of paper over white card stock, drag sponge across torn edges onto cardstock below.  Start at the top of your cardstock and move the scrap paper down about an inch each time.  Repeat until the entire white cardstock is covered with the FAUX RIPPED PAPER technique.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Decorate the card to your liking,

HAPPY STAMPING,

Big Shot Lattice Die, a Stampin'Up exclusive !

If you are like me, you tend to use a new supply item lots, when you first get it.  One of the new items I got in my last order was the LATTICE BIGZ DIE, #115958, a Stampin'Up exclusive ($29.95).

Here are a couple of card ideas, using this Lattice Die in other ways, than the obvious:).

 

Did you know, that

* this Lattice die was designed as a repeatable image, allowing you to create beautiful designs on larger projects as well.

 * you can cut through multiple sheets of card stock, Texture Cuts wood sheets, window sheets, Décor Elements sheets, and more

* you use it with the Sizzix Big Shot Die Cut Machine and standard cutting pads G281, #113439, ($132.95 - great item to purchase during SAB, as you are getting two free stamp sets of your choice).

 
* the die size is: 5-1/2" x 6"

Enjoy your Monday and HAPPY STAMPING,

 

Next OPEN HOUSE Date

Here is what is happening in my stamping world... 

Remember, it is not too late to purchase the Starter Kit at a discount, plus receive a $60 added bonus with your kit: until the end of the month only.

Upcoming Drop In Classes for $5

Tuesday, March 29 from 7:30-8:30pm

Wednesday, March 30 from 9:30-10:30am

Wednesday, March 30 from 7:30 - 8:30pm

Each participant will make a 3D project and learn a new stamping technique in form of a card front with directions on the back.  Please bring your own favorite adhesive, all other supplies are included.  If you are interested in participating, please Email me so that I have enough material prepared for all participants.  This is a FREE class for all Club Members.

 

 

Welcome Spring OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY APRIL 3, from 2:30-4 pm

624 Cooper Street

Everyone is welcome to attend my OPEN HOUSE, I will have lots of SALE items from stamp sets, cardstocks and Designer Papers.  Since I have not had an OPEN HOUSE in a while, I am surprised how much I accumulate in just a few months.  There will be Door Prizes, displays and of course a FREE Make&Take for everyone to try some hands on crafting.  Please stop by anytime during those 90 minutes.

Have a great weekend and HAPPY STAMPING,

 

HURRY: Sale a Bration ends soon

 Before we say GOOD BYE to this year's Sale-a-Bration stamp sets, here is another really easy card with the PUNCH BUNCH set, that you can choose as your free set with any $60 order.  You can keep this card simple or make it as elaborate, as you wish.

HURRY, there is about one week left to get your Sale-a-Bration order forwarded to me, in order for you to reap the benefits. 

To place your order online 24/7 go to my website and SHOP NOW.

Today, you would see my regularly TECHNIQUE TUESDAY post, but in consideration of SPRING BREAK here in Campbell River, I chose to take the week off to spend it with my family (time well spend).  My apologies to you regular Tuesday blog people, please check back next Tuesday or sooner.

Birthday Wishes Card (5-1/2" x 4-1/4")
Stamps: Sincere Salutations Stamp Set Stamp Set Wood SAB Punch Bunch	Paper: Card Stock Very Vanilla 8 1/2X11 CARD STOCK 8-1/2 X 11 DAFFODIL DELIGHT CARD STOCK 8-1/2 x 11 PEACH PARFAIT CARD STOCK TEXTURED 12 X 12 BRIGHTS COLLECTION Ice Cream Parlor DSP & Quick Accents Pack
Ink: Classic Stampin Pad Basic Black CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD MELON MAMBO	Accessories: Glitter Dazzling Diamonds Snail Adhesive Permanent Stampin Dimensionals Sizzix Originals Ovals PUNCH EXTRA LARGE TWO-STEP OWL DESIGNER BUTTONS BRIGHTS COLLECTION RIBBON STRIPED GROSGRAIN DAFFODIL DELIGHT 1-1/4" Medium 3/4" Circle punch
Instructions   1. Fold Old Olive Textured Card Stock (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") to form card. 2. Adhere 3-3/4" x 4" Daffodil Delight Card Stock to card front. 3. Adhere 3-7/16" x 3-13/16" Ice Cream Parlor Designer Series Paper to Daffodil Delight Card Stock. 4. Distress edges of 4" x 1-1/4" Peach Parfait Card Stock. 5. Tie Daffodil Delight Striped Grosgrain Ribbon around Peach Parfait Card Stock. Adhere Peach Parfait Card Stock to card front. 6. Stamp sentiment in Basic Black ink on Very Vanilla Card Stock. Cut out sentiment using Ovals Originals Die. Adhere oval to front of card. 7. Stamp owl in Melon Mambo ink. Apply adhesive to the owl’s beak using 2-Way Glue Pen. Sprinkle beak with Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter. Cut out owl image using Paper Snips and adhere to oval. 8. Cut small circle from Peach Parfait Card Stock. Fold in half; fold in quarters; unfold. Adhere to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere button to center of small circle.

I am looking forward to posting again very soon...until then...

HAPPY STAMPING,

Technique Tuesday: Irresistable - Part 2

Last week, I posted the steps for EMBOSS RESIST.

This week, I would like to add on to this fun and surprising technique.

Supplies Needed:

 #102283 VersaMark Embossing ink, $9.95
 #102892 Sponge Daubers, $14.50 for 12
#109130 Clear Embossing Powder, $5.95 
 #100005 Heat Tool $38.95
#102599 Glossy card stock, $7.25

# four complementing classic inks

Step 1

Ink up your image in VERSAMARK ink and stamp it onto GLOSSY cardstock.   Sprinkle clear embossing powder over the image and heat set the image with the heat tool. 

 

Step 2

Cut four 1" strips from POST-IT notes to cover the embossed image. 

 

 

Step 3

Peel off 1 strip of sticky notes and ink this part with the lightest colour, using sponge daubers to apply ink over the embossed image.  Put the sticky note back on and take the next sticky note strip off to ink this spot with a slightly darker ink shade. 

Repeat a third and fourth time until the entire glossy card stock is covered in four shades of ink. Take a soft dry cloth and wipe off access ink from the embossed image to make it stand out even more.

Finish the greeting card by decorating it to your liking.

Purchase any of the supplies online 24/7 by clicking here and then the SHOP NOW button.  There are only 2 weeks left of SALE-A-BRATION, where you can choose a FREE stamp set with every $60 order.  Don't miss out on this great promotion.

 

Thanks for stopping by today for a new TECHNIQUE TUESDAY post.

HAPPY STAMPING,

 

 

Affordable PDF instructions

Did you know, that I am offering a variety of PDF files for most of my classes or craft projects?  Do you like crafting on your own time in the comfort of your home?  Then these Step by Step instructions for several projects ranging from $2.99 - $4.99 per PDF might just be what you are looking for.  It is crafty weather, so this weekend might be an inside, craft all day weekend for you - FUN, I've done it lots !

Click here to view my current selection of project PDFs! 

HAPPY STAMPING,

 

Happy Birthday Dominik !

This evening I said GOOD NIGHT to a very happy birthday boy.  It is so rewarding when children fall asleep with a smile on their face, even at the grown up age of 12 years - WOW.  Where did the time go?

  Enjoy your day and HAPPY STAMPING,

Technique Tuesday: Irresistable - Part 1

Resist Embossing

Supplies Needed:

. #102283 VersaMark Embossing ink, $9.95
. #102395 Brayer, $15.50 or #102892 Sponge Daubers, $14.50 for 12
. #109130 Clear Embossing Powder, $5.95 
. #100005 Heat Tool $38.95
. #102599 Glossy card stock, $7.25

1.  Ink up your image in VERSAMARK ink and stamp it onto GLOSSY cardstock.  Once you've embossed the image, ink a brayer (or sponge daubers) with your choice of Classic ink by rolling the brayer directly on the ink pad. 

  
  
2. Run the brayer directly over the embossed image, and then carefully wipe the ink from your image with a tissue. The embossed image will "resist" being coloured by the ink, leaving it to pop out from a background of colour!

Please click here to purchase any of the supplies 24/7 and have them shipped to your door.  Currently, during SALE-A-BRATION, you are receiving a FREE item of your choise with every $60 order.

 

Thanks for stopping by today, next Tuesday I will show you a varieation of this technique.

HAPPY STAMPING,

Chocolate Gift Bag

This weekend was filled with ever changing surprise weather. 

Friday I was driving home from Comox to Campbell River on the Inland Island Highway in a snow chaos to wake up on Saturday morning to a beautiful sunny blue sky.  

We spend this beautiful day once again up the mountain skiing and enjoyed powder and sunshine. 

This cute gift bag is from my Stampin'Up website.  For a complete list of supplies click here.

Have a great start to your week and HAPPY STAMPING,

Upcoming Classes

 

Tuesday, March 15th at 7:30pm

Bithday Class

2 gift boxes with matching greeting cards and

1 BUILD A CUPCAKE punch, all for $32

 

* make the 4 projects without purchasing the punch,    only $16

 

 

Wednesday, March 16 at 7:30pm

SPECIAL KEEPSAKES

 

Make two adorable keepsake folders for an upcoming birthday, easter or any other occasion.  Girls and women of all ages will find good use for them:).

Two keepsake boxes and 2 matching cards for $18

 

Both classes take place in my STAMP STUDIO, 624 Cooper Street.  Please bring your own favorite adhesive, all other supplies are included in the class fees.

To register call 250-202-2126 or email me at stamping@bellefleur.ca

 

Technique Tuesday: Textured Windows

With the Elements of Style set, #118611 wood mount set for $36.95 or #120045 clear mount set for $26.95, you do not need much accessories for your cards and pages.

1. The card below is simple and the embossed cardstock gives the card an interesting look.

2. Start with a 4-7/8"X3-3/4" piece of VERY VANILLA cardstock., #100730 variety pack - 40 sheets of neutral cardstock for $9.25. 

3. Stamp the large flower image with #119670 EARLY ESPRESSO classic ink, $7.25 onto this piece of VERY VANILLA.

4. Using the SIZZIX DIE CUT MACHINE and the #119976 SQUARE LATTICE embossing folder, $10.95, sandwich the stamped cardstock and run it through the Big Shot to emboss the cardstock. 

5. Using your PAPER CUTTER #104152, $35.95, cut this stamped and embossed piece of cardstock into 4 equal rectangles and adhere them onto a piece of 4"X5-1/4" of EARLY ESPRESSO cardstock (included in the above variety pack), leaving equal space between the rectangles.

6. Embellish your card with a greeting and the humingbird et VOILA - done.

Thanks for stopping by today!

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HAPPY STAMPING,