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Gorgeous Blackberry Beauty Cards Kit to Go!

I couldn't wait to get my hands on this gorgeous Blackberry Beauty Specialty designer series paper!  It is even prettier in person.  I knew I had to feature it for my August card kit to go. These beautiful cards came together almost effortlessly!  

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This specialty paper# is stunning with the gold foil accents.  And the coordinating Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack includes beautiful printed die-cuts and tags. The colors featured in it are Blackberry Bliss, Polished Pink, Early Espresso, Cinnamon Cider, Rich Razzleberry & Gold. 

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If you'd like to get this pre-cut cards kit to go, be sure to opt in by August 22nd here. The kits are mailed out at the end of August.  Or you can choose the PDF tutorial here. 

This kit includes the following:

• 1/2 pkg of new Blackberry Beauty Specialty DSP (6" X 12")
• a share of the Elegant Faceted gems
• Gold shimmer ribbon
• 1/2 pkg of the Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack
• 10 pre-cut cards; 3 of the 5 designs are fancy folds!
• the PDF tutorial including measurements, photos, supply list & step by step directions ($15 value)

The kit does not include pre-stamped images, adhesive or stamps. I used a few stamp sets for greetings including the Peaceful Moments, Heartfelt Wishes and Artistically Inked sets. You can easily substitute stamps you already own. 

*This kit will be mailed at the end of August, unless there are back orders. 

Go here to order the kit to go. It's $28 plus shipping.

Click here to purchase the PDF tutorial. $15

The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment. 

*This kit is what my monthly kit subscribers will receive.  I have a 2nd kit option I'll share with you tomorrow. 

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I shared my retired BOGO items for sale on FB Live last week.  There are over 99 items left; mostly stamps, dies, bundles and embossing folders.  You can see video here on YouTube.   However the most updated list is  in the album here on my FB page. *I update & delete items as they are sold.

This sale will stay open through August 14th.  If you have a list of current Stampin' Up! items you want to buy why not double dip and get lots more free with this BOGO?!  

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August Specials

Host code: 7JB43RUH

*click here to order

All online orders will receive a free PDF tutorial filled with projects featuring

the Harvest Meadow Suite!

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Get the Cute Star Adhesive-Backed Sequins with a $50 online order from me in August! 

Use this host code: H9HJQNC6

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• The Last Chance Sale starts Tuesday!! The Stamparatus is already low inventory!

  April 2, 2023

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  Tuesday starts our big Last Chance sale on both the Annual and Spring (January-April) catalogs.  However things are already selling out!  I wanted to give you a heads up on my favorite tool.  

  One of the biggest shocker on the retired lists is our Stamparatus seen here. It's already in low inventory! 

  I am SO SAD that it is retiring.  You may wonder why because it's an amazing stamping positioning tool.  There are some copyright & legal issues happening that is forcing Stampin' Up! to take it out of their product offerings. 

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  This means the magnets, grid paper are leaving as well.  So if you don't have a Stamparatus yet; get one today!  And if you do, I suggest getting a set of magnets here while you can. They're half off starting Tuesday, April 4th.

  Here's a video showing you the benefits of a Stamparatus. 

  And here's another one below on hinge step stamping. 

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  April Specials:

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  See the Jan-Apr 2023 Last Chance list here *sale prices start April 4th 

  See the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance list here

  *current host code: QBQB4TBF or BFE4C2KM

  Get a free specialty paper sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code above

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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

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• Easter Bunny Floating Panel card with a free project sheet & video tutorial!

  March 31, 2023

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  We made this sweet card at my March Card Clubs – it features the Easter Bunny bundle.  This bundle is currently unavailable.  you can get the Easter Bunny stamp set now but the Bunny punch is returning in May. 

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  It's a Floating Panel fun fold card; one of my current favorite folds lately.  It's both fun to make and easy to create too!  

  My colors include Fresh Freesia, Blackberry Bliss and Daffodil Delight.   Below you'll see the baby version. I gave my gals the choice of Easter or baby.  

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  The greetings for the baby card are from Charming Sentiments. Click here for the PDF project sheet for measurements & products used. 

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  I used a variety of products on this card: 

  • Stamps – Easter Bunny, Charming Sentiments
  • Ink – Fresh Freesia, Blackberry Bliss
  • Paper – Fresh Freesia, Daffodil, Blackberry Bliss, Basic White, Tea Boutique, Butterfly Kisses, Flowers & More host
  • Other – Basic Borders dies, Cane Weave 3D folder, Dimensionals, Brass Butterflies 

  Do you see his little cottontail? I tore off a piece from a cotton ball and rolled it into a ball. It's adhered with out Multipurpose liquid glue.   

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  Here are the measurements:

  • Card base 4 1/4" X 11" score at 2 3/4" & 5 1/2". Scraps for bunny & circle punch. Two strips 1/2" X 1 1/2" for the floating panel hinges
    • DSP pieces four pieces at 1 1/4" X 4"
    • White front square 2 3/4", inside 5 1/4" X 4"
    • Blackberry Bliss square 2 7/8"
    • Greeting strips 3/4" X 3 1/2"

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  Here's a tip on the Floating panel:  You need just two pieces of card stock about 1/2" X 2 1/2". Fold them in half and adhere to the center fold; one on each side.  Your front panel is adhered to this. 

  *Watch the video below (or click here) where I share the tips on creating this card; it's the second project of 4! 

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  March Specials:

  See the new Online Exclusives here! 

  *current host code: QBQB4TBF or BFE4C2KM

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  See the Jan-Apr 2023 Last Chance list here *sale prices start April 4th 

  See the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance list here

  Get a free class kit with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!

  I have two left! *after that you'll receive a pack of 10 handmade cards! 

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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• Baby Swipe technique with tips & video! Plus retiring lists & colors.

  March 30, 2023

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  They released the retiring lists from the Annual & Spring catalogs yesterday.  Here are the lists:

  Here's the Annual Catalog retiring list: Download 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

  And here is the Spring (January-April) retired list Download January-April 2023 Mini Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

  *There is a sale on some of these retiring items but the discounts do not start until April 4th. 

  Here's a graphic on which colors are retiring. Go here to shop and get the items you need before they're gone! 

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  Sad to say good bye to these colors: 

  • Soft Suede 
  • So Saffron
  • Blushing Bride
  • Mint Macaron
  • Pear Pizzazz
  • Pacific Point
  • Mango Melody
  • Rich Razzleberry
  • Bermuda Bay
  • Merry Merlot
  • Sahara Sand

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  Which are returning?

  • Fresh Freesia!!
  • Misty Moonlight
  • Blueberry Bushel
  • Berry Burst
  • Lemon Lime Twist
  • Lost Lagoon
  • Pretty Peacock

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  Have you ever done the baby swipe technique?  It's so fun; playing with baby wipes and ink refills is a bit addictive!  

  I made this card for our March Team swap; the theme was to use a technique involving ink refills.  

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  My colors include Daffodil Delight, Polished Pink and Black.  

  Other products used:

  • Potted Succulent dies for the greeting die-cut
  • Dainty Delight dies – black die-cuts
  • Penned Flowers dies for the scalloped edge
  • Brass butterflies seen here

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  Can you spot the shimmer?  I used the Pearlescent paper from the Annual Catalog.  See it here. 

  It was the perfect sheen for this technique as the moist ink did not absorb quickly like it might for regular card stock. Glossy paper would also work well. 

  After I added the color, I let it dry for an hour or so.  Then I textured it with one of the embossing folders in the 3D Basics pack seen here.  These are currently out of stock but they'll be back in May. 

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  Below you can see the difference in my cards; especially the colors. One is soft and subtle and the other more vibrant.  This happens as you work with your baby wipe; the first few swipes are bold and the next few are much softer. 

  Tips for success: 

  • Fold and roll your baby wipe in a tube.  Hold it tightly and add a few drops of ink refills. 
  • Add each color separately in a row.  I tend to add enough for about 1/2" of surface. 
  • Start swiping off your paper and then onto it.  You can do straight swipes or get creative and add curves or swirls. Let dry.
  • Shimmery, pearlescent or glossy works best. But you can do it on regular card stock too. 
  • I suggest you use light to medium colors. 

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  Notice the colors of the butterflies? I colored the Brass Butterflies with a Polished Pink blends marker for the left card.  I wasn't sure I liked it or not so left them uncolored for my swap cards.  

  Watch the video here or click on the image below to see this technique. It's the last technique I share in the video. 

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  March Specials:

  See the new Online Exclusives here! 

  *current host code: QBQB4TBF or BFE4C2KM

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  See the Jan-Apr 2023 Last Chance list here *sale prices start April 4th 

  See the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance list here

  Get a free class kit with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!

  I have three left! *after that you'll receive a pack of 10 handmade cards! 

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  Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

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

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