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Free-form waves using the Floating Technique


We made this gorgeous 'wave' card at a Team meeting last month.  I used the Waves of Inspiration bundle and a Blending Brush for the sky. 

The colors are Bermuda Bay, Pacific Point and White.  See those gorgeous gems?  They're called Rhinestone Waves Basic Jewels and there are 168 in a package for just $6.50!  See them here. 

I had a bunch of curvy foil pieces left over after die-cutting a bunch of these waves from the two blue colors in the Blue Foil paper seen here.  I challenged myself to use them and came up with a free-form wave using the Floating Technique.  

I adhered various die-cut foil pieces to a Window Sheet using Multipurpose liquid glue and added them to the card with Stampin' Dimensionals.  This take a bit of patience as you can imagine!    

Here are some tips to achieve this:

  • It's best if you start at the bottom and add just a few pieces. Let it set to dry. 
  • Adding a weight over them while they dry helps keep them flat. The foil likes to curl up.
  • Next form the top of the wave.  I used one of the long curved pieces for this.  
  • Add just a few pieces at a time and let them dry.  They slide easily!
  • Fill in the center of the wave a few at a time. Again, add weight over it all to set & dry.  
  • Trim off the sides of the Window sheet at 4" to fit the White layer. I fussy cut the top to match the foil wave.  
  • I adhered it to the textured 'Bark 3D' White 4" X 5 1/4" piece of CS with mini dimensionals.  

This card is part of my Waves of Inspiration tutorial and video with 11 projects!  This is available to anyone who purchases the Waves of the Ocean Collection from me or purchases my Waves of Inspiration kit to go. 

Click here for the details.  Be sure to opt in for the kit by March 17th. 

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March Specials: 

Host codes: EU76H4H7

 *click here to order 

If your order is over $50 you'll receive a free embellishment

from the Jan-June catalog in your thank you card.

Email me to opt in for my Waves card kit to go here; it includes the Waves bundle!

Or the Flowering Fields kit seen here. 

  

Don't forget about my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!  

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  • Use the Double Wonder Template to make 11 quick cards! Join me Thursday night!


    Do you ever planned a stamping session focusing on just a few products? It's easy to get overwhelmed with everything you own.  Using this method is actually quite liberating and fuels the creative process.  I've started doing that more and more often especially when planning my card kits to go.  I pick Stampin' Up! products from the same suite and choose some sketches or layouts for card ideas.  the process is so enjoyable this way!  

    Lately I've been seeing groups of cards using the Double Wonder template and had to try it.  It was originally designed by Shannon West from Stampin' Up!  It's so clever!! You start out with 2 pieces of 6" X 12" designer paper and using the pieces you can quickly have 11 finished cards!

    Look at these! I'll be making these cards Live tomorrow night at 7 pm CT. Join me either here on FB or on Zoom.  

    Here are the steps: 

    1. Pick out 2 different sheets of 6 X 12" designer paper and 11 card bases.  Make sure you have some ribbons or embellishments to match.  
    2. Use the template below to cut your designer paper; cutting both at once. 
    3. Grab some scraps of White and coordinating colors for punches/greetings. 
    4. Cut 4 pieces of layering card stock at 3 1/4" X 5" and one 3 3/4" square for the bonus card. (I used White)
    5. Choose a stamp set & ink to coordinate. 
    6. Or use the new Share Sunshine Covid-19 digital download like I did for my greetings. No stamping needed!  You can purchase that here. https://covid19.stampinup.com/products/giving-back-us-ca Price: $12.00 USD
    7. Come back here tomorrow night so we can stamp together.
    8. Or use this link to join via Zoom. *see tips on zoom meetings below  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88215870191

    I chose to use the new Ornate Garden designer paper for my cards.  Anything goes but a non directional design is best; try not to choose a paper that needs to be north and south.  


    Below is the template but click here to download the Double Wonder Designer Paper cards & template 

    Zoom meeting tips:

    1. You will need access to a camera and/or microphone to participate.
    2. You may need to download Zoom to join; depending on the device you are using. It's free!  
    3. You will be muted when you join to prevent a lot of background noises. 
    4. If you'd like to speak you can un-mute yourself you can do so; or press the spacebar. 

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    Online orders please use this host code for April:

    RBXHNWMV

    If the order is over $55 you'll get a free Simple Shammy cleaner from me! 

    Check out the retiring products below; while supplies last!

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  • Fast & Easy Men’s cards; a kit to go option while supplies last


    Let's face it, most of us are drawn to either cute or floral stamps.  So when it comes to cards for men we struggle!  But our men need cards too, right? I can certainly help you build your stash of masculine cards. Look at these: 

    Stock up on men's cards the fast & easy way; with this fabulous kit to go! No stamping needed!  You'll love making them with my step by step directions and the products included in the kit. 

    I have a limited number of these kits available now; much of this product is retiring. 

    There are 12 cards with envelopes in this kit!   You'll receive 1/2 pkg of Come Sail Away Memories & More cards pack and Memories & More cards and envelopes plus a pre-cut kit needed to complete your cards.  It also includes one package of Basic Brads, two spools of twine (Navy & Navy/Sahara Sand) and a few Sail Away trinkets. 

    You will need a few inks (Balmy Blue, Night of Navy & Yellow) for sponging along with mini glue dots, dimensionals and liquid adhesive. 

    The written tutorial is included and will be emailed directly upon payment.  The cards kit will be mailed out at the end of May. 

    There are two choices here; one includes product and pre-cut pieces shipped to you and the other is a pdf tutorial that is emailed to you.  Purchase using the links below.  

    **If you want BOTH of my May card kits to go please email or message me for a combined shipping price.  See the Quick & Cute May cards here. You can see them both on the links below. 


    Click here to purchase the products & pre-cut kit.  Or click here to purchase the pdf tutorial.  

    Here are a few of my favorite cards: 


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    RBXHNWMV

    If the order is over $55 you'll get a free Simple Shammy cleaner from me! 

    Click below to see all of the retiring products while supplies last. 

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  • Covid-19 Giveback; a timely digital stamp set you can use today!!!!


    Stampin’ Up! is committed to making a difference in our global communities and caring about people first. As part of our Making a Difference program we’re offering a product giveback opportunity to support organizations that are helping COVID-19 frontline responders and communities vulnerable to the pandemic.

    You can purchase the Share Sunshine PDF Download and we will donate 100% of the proceeds to COVID-19 efforts.

    The Share Sunshine PDF Download is a digital stamp set that’s packed with both lighthearted and heartfelt sentiments and imagery relevant to the unique COVID-19 and social distancing situation we’re currently experiencing–including many ideas that came from you and your customers! You can use the download in your cardmaking and papercrafting projects. Simply print the imagery on cardstock and cut it out using our Paper Trimmer, punches, or dies. Since we are physically distanced from each other, now is a perfect time to share sunshine with our friends and family by sending cards!

    Let’s work together to make a difference! Here are some tips to consider:

    • Use the lighthearted and heartfelt sentiments to brighten someone’s day–friends, family, neighbors, and even strangers! 
    • You can start crafting with the PDF download right away–with no shipping costs or delays!
    • Share your projects on social media and tag them with #sharesunshine.

    Product: Share Sunshine PDF Download. Buy it here!

    Price: $12.00 USD

    Dates: April 28 – June 2, 2020 or later; if the offer period extends beyond June 2


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