2 ways to add color to a solid image with video & free project sheet

April 11, 2024

Today's project is one we made at my March card clubs; it features the beautiful Quiet Reflection stamp set.

This set is returning in the 2024 Annual Catalog and I'm super glad! It's wonderful for both sympathy or thinking of you cards. And the best part is it's super easy to create with. See the Quiet Reflection set here.

My colors include Shaded Spruce & Starry Sky (retiring In Color). I used a few dies also – Thoughtful Expressions (retired and sold out now) and Garden Meadows dies seen here (for the arch).

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Do you know how I achieved the two-toned image of green trees with blue water? It's so simple!

How it's done: I placed my stamp set with the rubber face up. I inked up one half with Starry Sky ink (tapping the rubber with the ink pad) and then the other half with Shaded Spruce. The nice thing about doing this technique with this particular stamp image is that when you place your greeting strip across the image it covers up any white space left un-inked.

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I added a few of the Gold Adhesive-backed Dragonflies & Birds seen here. I love these so much! They're super thin and don't add any bulk to your projects.

In the video posted here on YouTube you can see how I made this card and another with an entirely different way to achieve a 2-toned image.

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April Specials:

*current host code links: CDYBRZ2T or W62MPU2R

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Here's a link to the Last Chance list

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A free gift with orders in April:

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All online orders in April will receive a free multi-project tutorial!

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March’s Paper Pumpkin; unique kit with sponging & stencils technique!

March 7, 2021
If you like techniques or sponging this might be the kit for you.

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The Here’s to You Paper Pumpkin Kit contains enough elements and embellishments to create eight cards and coordinating envelopes. With fields of wildflowers, scenery of mountain majesty, and sentiments of celebration you'll be able to create a beautiful variety of cards.

*Opt in by Wednesday, March 10th to get this kit.

Details:
- The kit’s exclusive Here’s to You Stamp Set has a sentiment for every celebration! Commemorate every milestone at any season of life with this versatile stamp set.
- Kit contains enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs—and coordinating envelopes. The kit’s contents include printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
- Card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"
- Includes four free stencils and a stamping sponge!
Subscribe to these awesome monthly kits to go here.

Or choose a pre-paid subscription here.

Did you know:
- Sometimes there are refills a week or more later but you never know if they'll have extras or not. And only Paper Pumpkin subscribers can get the refills.
- If you choose to subscribe to receive them monthly you can choose to skip one at anytime.
- SU always give us sneak peaks of the upcoming kits in time for you to opt to skip a month (or to add on an extra kit). It's totally up to you whether you receive it or not!
- My Paper Pumpkin subscribers get a bonus PDF tutorial each month with lots of extra ideas featuring the latest kit!
- There's a special FB group here just for Paper Pumpkin fans.
March Specials!

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Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

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All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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Quick Hey Chick card

March 5, 2021

Last week I received this cute card from Donna from the Stampin' Up! home office for reaching a sales milestone. I think it's sweet & simple! Two stamps and a bit of coloring.

It's one of those cards you could make a bunch of to share with friends for just about any reason.

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This card is a great reminder that we don't have to always layer everything evenly. Choose some random pieces from your leftover pieces (that coordinate of course) and place them on the card at will. Play around until you're happy and the card feels balanced.

The little 'hey chick' greeting and rhinestones add the perfect finishing touch!

See the Hey Chick & Hey Birthday Chick bundle here.

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New Catalogs are coming soon!!

**Reminder that if you are a current customer (ordered $50 or more in the last 10 months) of mine and would like a new Annual Catalog sent to you please contact me to get on the list!

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Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

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All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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Butterfly Bouquet Cards kit to go or PDF tutorial

March 4, 2021
The new Butterfly Bouquet products are incredible and I couldn't wait to make a kit to go with them. They remind me of springtime with the fresh colors & pretty papers. I've been sharing lots of ideas with these items this week. I hope you've enjoyed them.

These pretty butterfly themed cards include some unique folds & techniques. You'll love making your cards while learning new ways to use your brand new products.

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There are 5 different cards and you'll make 2 of each so you have one to save and one to share when you're done! Plus you'll have plenty of product left to make more cards with the PDF instructions you'll receive.

This kit includes the following:
- Butterfly Bijou Designer Series Paper
- Artistry Blooms adhesive-backed sequins
- a 10 cards pre-cut kit including die-cuts
- the PDF tutorial free!
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*Be sure to opt in by March 18th to receive it.

Order the PDF tutorial here.

Or add on the Butterfly Brilliance bundle at an extra 10% off (in addition to Stampin' Up!'s discount!). Email me to receive this option at lagreff60@gmail.com. **You'll then receive a free adhesive package and a bonus PDF of 15 more projects using your new bundle!

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Details:
- The PDF tutorial includes photos, step by step directions, measurements and a supplies list. *This is emailed to you immediately upon payment on my Shopify site.
- This kit will be mailed out Priority Mail at the end of March barring any back-orders.
- You will use your own paper trimmer to cut your Designer paper to complete the cards.
- You will need to fussy cut or die-cut a few butterflies from your DSP to use on some cards. Add on the Butterfly Brilliance bundle or the Brilliant Wing dies at an extra 10% discount (over Stampin' Up!'s discount!)
Email me at lagreff60@gmail.com with any questions.

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March Specials!

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Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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