See how the Josephs Coat Technique is done; with video & free project sheet

April 24, 2024

Here's another project made on last week's Live video; it's the Josephs Coat technique using the new, upcoming Leaf Collection stamp.

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That greeting stamp & scalloped oval die-cut are from the new Unbounded Love bundle from the upcoming 2024 Annual Catalog. I showed how to do this technique in the video here. I also have a free project sheet with directions.

Here are the steps:

Sponge ink all over a neutral piece of card stock – Pretty Peacock, new Summer Splash and lastly Granny Apple Green.
Wipe off any excess ink with a tissue to remove moisture. Swipe with an embossing buddy.
Ink your stamp in Versamark ink. Heat emboss with Clear embossing powder.
Use a water-based ink pad like Memento Black and rub or tap the ink over it all. This is called 'Direct to Paper'.
With a damp tissue or paper towel, wipe off excess ink from the embossed area. It will not stay on the embossed area.
Finish your card as you'd like.

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I inked the stamp again in a few colors – Granny Apple Green & Summer Splash, and fussy cut some leaves out for accents. Dies used above include Something Fancy & Stylish Shapes.

The card below features an emboss resist technique. Same colors but the steps are different.

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First I stamped using Versamark ink onto White card stock and heat embossed with clear embossing powder.
Then I added ink over the clear embossing; using Blending Brushes. Inks include: Summer Splash, Pretty Peacock and Granny Apple Green. *This must be water-based ink!
Use a damp tissue or paper towel to wipe off excess ink that will not stick to the embossed areas. Done!

The greeting is from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set (online exclusive) and the tags are from the Something Fancy dies (carrying over).

Click here for the free project sheet: Download Leaf Collection Josephs Coat cards

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Which card do you prefer above? Left or right?

Below is the video on how I made this card along with a few resist techniques featuring new Annual Catalog products. I hope you watch it AND subscribe to my YouTube channel too.

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April Specials:

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Gorgeous Scenic Coast card kit to go or tutorial

May 7, 2026

I knew from the first time I saw the Scenic Coast specialty paper that it would be my top choice for kits in May. It’s just plain stunning!

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These cards are big WOW’s that you’ll enjoy making and gifting. They feature brand new products plus they’re so easy to make too!

My kit to go includes 1/2 pkg. of the Scenic Coast 6″ DSP, a share of Sunset sequins and the new Floral Flight black accent die-cuts. You’ll also receive the 10 pre-cut cards including die-cuts and punched pieces. It’s a great deal for almost $20 in product plus the card kit and PDF tutorial for just $32. Go here to reserve the pre-cut kit.

Or, if you prefer to receive the PDF tutorial only click here. Both options include exclusive access to the video tutorial!

The kit to go will be sent out at the end of May. The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately.

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Don’t forget about my Mystery Box offer; I still have 5 left!

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And the new specials in May; it’s a great time to shop!

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New Mystery Boxes available now!

May 6, 2026
I recently held a BOGO event for my local customers, and I wanted to extend a similar offer to you.

Here’s how it works: If you place an order over $100, I will send you a mystery box filled with Stampin’ Up! products for free. I’ll even pay the shipping to you! It’s an amazing deal!!

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Don’t wait to grab yours! I have a limited supply.

Each box includes at least $200 in product value and includes these items:
- 2 stamp bundles with either dies or punches
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- 1 thick bunch of 6 X 6″ designer paper
- an embossing folder or set of dies
- 2 ribbons or twines
- 8 handmade cards
- 2-3 hand-cut acrylic clear blocks
- many will include the following – a Paper Pumpkin card kit, gems, ink, ephemera, cards & envelope pack or stencils
This is a sample photo of what your box might include:

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Go here to shop; I still have some left! Before you order; message me to see if I have some left.

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Remember; you can shop the NEW CATALOG, the new Online Exclusives, the Last Chance List or the new kits!
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May Specials! It all starts today!!

May 5, 2026

Shop from the new May-August 2026 catalog here!

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Get the 5 new magnetic ink pads FREE with purchase of the Stampin’ Up! Starter kit in May! Go here to get yours.

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Get my Tutorial of the Month FREE with any size online purchase

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The May Product of the Month (POM) is the Berry Botanical Vellum DSP. Redeem it for $5 once your order reaches the $75 mark.

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2 NEW & fabulous kits are available. Check them out here.

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