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3 Fun Projects & Video with the Circle Celebration stamp set

I tried not to order the Circle Celebration stamp set but it kept calling out 'Order me!'  So I caved….and am so glad I did!  The images seem like they're almost 'retro' style which I love.  I do enjoy creating my own stamped background and these are perfect for that.  

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Today I'm focusing on the cards on the right.  I made them with the Bokeh technique.  It's so fun and almost 3D in appearance.  

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You start out with a sponged background. I used our new Blending Brushes that are awesome! They are currently out of stocks but should be back at the end of March.

Randomly sponge ink colors onto our Basic White CS.  Choose colors that somewhat coordinate if possible.  this can be difficult for some who struggle with color combos. I choose colors that when mixed do not make mud.  How do I know which colors don't mix?  Trial and error of course!  Here I used Night of Navy, Bermuda Bay and Gorgeous Grape.  Aren't these colors gorgeous together?!!!

*Another combo I might pick are yellows, oranges & reds.  Or greens & blues!  

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Once you're done you add sponged circles using White Craft ink.  I made my own stencils by punching circles out of card stock.  I share tips on using and re-inking our White Craft ink in the video below.

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The greeting is from the Best Year stamp set in the Annual Catalog and the butterflies AND white dotted die-cut 'holes' are from the new Brilliant Wings bundle seen here.

Here is the video; I hope you watch it to see how to make these fun projects! 

Stop in here for tonight's Stamp with Me Facebook Live at 7:30 pm Central Time! We're making these paper quilting cards:

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Lots of March Specials!

Current Host code is 9UPP3WVQ

Order online here

And if your order is over $50 you'll also receive a free adhesive package from me 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

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

with 15 projects!

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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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• 2 more great card ideas with the Basic Border dies!

  April 20, 2023

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  Before you get to the projects today I want to let everyone know about the current shipping delays. Stampin' Up! had their highest sales day ever on April 4th – by almost 20 times the average!  Wow!  They are quite behind and have added extra staff and longer hours to get caught up.  So if you're wondering where your order is, it's coming….it will just be about 8-10 days longer than normal.  

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  This week I'm sharing our April card swaps from my Flowerbug's team. It's so fun to see what they make; everyone has their own unique style.  I LOVE swapping with them!  

  Annette chose the Beside Me stamp set for her card. She is a master at coloring and sponging.  

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  Her colors include Blueberry Bushel, Basic White & Black. The Blueberry Bushel layer is textured with the Timeworn Type folder; the greeting die-cut is from the Stylish Shapes dies. 

  She cut two curves for her card; one with the Basic White layer and another with a Black layer.  She colored the image in with Blends markers. 

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  Next is a neat card made by Karen who also used the Basic Border dies seen here.  

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  She used the die to cut off the edge of her card and then used that second piece to create a 'vertical window' for her By the Bay specialty designer paper. This pretty paper is discounted on the Last Chance List.  See it here. 

  Her greeting and die-cut layers are from the Something Fancy bundle in the Spring catalog.  It will be in the new Annual catalog but no longer as a bundle at 10% off. 

  See the Basic Border dies here:  I love these dies; they're so versatile.  Luckily they are carrying over into the new Annual catalog.

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  April Specials:

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  See the 2023 Last Chance list here 

  *current host code: SYZD4PH2 or SFHU3WMT

  Get a free specialty paper sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code above plus an embellishment if your order is over $100

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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• Free Shipping today only!! Floral Gallery dies & Art Gallery set at amazing discounts

  April 19, 2023

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  Today is FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $75; today only! 

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  If you dislike the added shipping costs, this is your chance to get the Stampin' Up! items on your list without that additional $$. Woo hoo!!

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  Our April Team card swap theme was to use a fancy border die and here's the beautiful card Candy made:

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  She used the Floral Gallery stamp set and the coordinating Art Gallery dies. Both are discounted right now on the Last Chance list; while supplies last. 

  The Art Gallery dies seen here are just $13.60 and were $34.  

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  The Art Gallery stamp set was $22 and is now just $8!!!  See it here.  Together you're saving $34.40 if you get it now on the Last Chance list. 

  There are sooo many other deals like this; don't miss the discounts

  PLUS FREE SHPPING TODAY!

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  Here measurements are:

  • White card base 4 1/4" X 10 1/4" score at 5 1/2", front layer is 3" X 3 1/2"
  • Evening Evergreen 3 1/4" X 3 3/4",
  • Pretty Prints DSP 4 1/4" X 2 1/4" 
     

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  See the Basic Border dies here:  I love these dies; they're so versatile.  Luckily they are carrying over into the new Annual catalog.

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  April Specials:

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  Get a free specialty paper sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code above plus an embellishment if your order is over $100

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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• Free Shipping Wednesday; April 19th only!

  April 18, 2023

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  I love our Free Shipping promotions!  

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  Take advantage of this promo AND the Last Chance sale to save big!  

  I'm sharing my top 15 favorite items that I think are the best deals right now.

  Click here for my Top 15 Last Chance items

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  I did add the Multipurpose Liquid glue on this list even though it's not retiring. However the price is going up to $5.50 in the next catalog.  It's on low inventory right now too! 

  I will not have a FB Live today; I have laryngitis so I cannot talk. 

  It's been a wake up call to see just how much I talk! ;)  

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  April Specials:

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  See the 2023 Last Chance list here 

  *current host code: SYZD4PH2 or SFHU3WMT

  Get a free specialty paper sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code above plus an embellishment if your order is over $100

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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