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In the Country with the Spotlighting Technique & video; a great alternative to coloring

On last week's FB Live I played with the In the Country stamp set seen here showing a variety of ways to color (or not) these scenic images. 

Today I'm showing the cards featuring the 'Spotlighting' technique.  This is a great alternative to coloring the entire image.  

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I used the Fabulous Frames dies for the oval die-cut. See them here.  I also used the Sending Support stamp set seen here.  Both this and the In the Country stamp set are free with any $50 Stampin' Up! purchase through February.  

I stamped the image first in Black ink and then die-cut the oval layers.  I used the Wink of Stella and Classic ink to color.  I love using Wink to color because the images end up sparkly.  

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If you don't have a Wink of Stella yet; I highly recommend them.  They're a subtle way of adding shimmer or sparkle to your projects.  And as you can see, you can use it for coloring too! I show how in the video below. 

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Tip: when the fluid in the Wink of Stella runs out, add a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol inside the barrel.  You'll get quite a bit more use of it.

All of the layers are adhered down but the colored oval and greeting; they're popped up with Stampin' Dimensionals.  

I added a piece of Fancy Florals DSP to the card base.  I cut a piece at 4" X 5 1/4" and then cut it in half for two cards. Other measurements are shown below. 

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I love the effect this Spotlighting technique gives.  It's fun and unique and saves time too! 


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I'll share more In the Country cards this week.  Click on this link or below to watch the video tutorial. *Be sure to subscribe to my new YouTube channel.  

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  • Neat Diagonal Fun Fold with a Gift card option – video & free project sheet too!

    Today starts 3 full days of Free Shipping!! 

    It's a great time to save money on your Stampin' Up! orders!

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    All orders over $75 will receive free shipping from today through Wednesday, December 11th.  Shop here. 

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    I shared this super cute fun fold card on last week's Live video. It has lots of layers but it's so easy to make!  

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    Besides the bright, happy holiday colors in the Take a Bow DSP I love that this fun fold uses your cardstock efficiently. Each diagonally cut card base is one half of an 8 1/2" X 11" sheet of CS. I forgot to take a photo of this aspect but I do share it in the video seen here. 

    Below is a photo that shows how it opens and the pocket available for the optional gift card.

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    My colors include Real Red & Garden Green with White. The diagonal layers are also easy to do.  Start with a rectangle and cut it in half on the diagonal making sure you cut it to match the diagonal. 

    My greeting & White die-cut is from the Christmas Labels bundle which is on the Last Chance list right now. See it here. 

    The Red die-cut is from Greetings of the Season dies and the pine bough die-cuts are from the Winterly Tree Tops and made from the Festive Glimmer paper. 

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    I added a double bow made from Red &  White Baker's Twine and Peppermint dots that are currently unavailable but will return at the end of December.  *They are NOT on the Last Chance list so they should be available for awhile!

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    I created a free project sheet you can print or download for this fun fold card. Click on the following link to get it.  Download Take a Bow November 2024

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    Below is the video I made for this card and another super quick fun fold card. Both of these make great use of your designer paper!  I hope you watch and make some. 

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  • Our annual Fundraising Event is tomorrow!

    If you're in or near Minot, ND I hope you'll stop in at our annual fundraising event Saturday, December 7th. 

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    We'll have lots of home baked and canned goods, cookie trays, breads & crafts too. We're also serving lunch from 11-1 pm.

    It's at 1st Lutheran Church from 9-2 pm and supports the following two charities.

    1. Matthew 25 who provides household goods for those in need.
    2. Hairball Haven which is a feline rescue center. 

    I've been baking & creating crafts like these:

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    Hot cocoa treats in baby food jars.

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    Home canned salsa

    I'll share more photos on my Facebook page after we set up today. 

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  • Beautiful ‘Notes from the Heart’ Paper Pumpkin kit in December

    Here's a sneak peek of the December Paper Pumpkin kit: 

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    This card kit includes the following:

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    Subscribe here by December10 to get yours! Or choose a pre-paid subscription here.  

    My subscribers & team members receive a free tutorial each month with multiple alternative projects like these from November's holiday kit.

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