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

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:

  1. Sponge ink all over a neutral piece of card stock – Pretty Peacock, new Summer Splash and lastly Granny Apple Green. 
  2. Wipe off any excess ink with a tissue to remove moisture.  Swipe with an embossing buddy.
  3. Ink your stamp in Versamark ink. Heat emboss with Clear embossing powder.  
  4. Use a water-based ink pad like Memento Black and rub or tap the ink over it all.  This is called 'Direct to Paper'. 
  5. With a damp tissue or paper towel, wipe off excess ink from the embossed area. It will not stay on the embossed area. 
  6. 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. 

Leaf Collection Emboss resist Save

  1. First I stamped using Versamark ink onto White card stock and heat embossed with clear embossing powder. 
  2. 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!
  3. 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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Here's a link to the Last Chance list 

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A free gift with orders in April:

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Check out my available Kits & Tutorials here:

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All online orders in April will receive a free multi-project tutorial!

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  • Easy Tag Topper Gift card holder

    Today's the big sale!  Almost everything is 10% off from the Annual Catalog! *see the excluded list below

    Online Extravaganza 2020 Save

    This includes the following items plus bundles & even suites!  Go here to order: 

    • Stamparatus
    • Blends markers!
    • Punches & dies!
    • Most card stock packs (excluding White, Vanilla & Pumpkin Pie)
    • Ribbons & embellishments
    • Ink pads & ink refills – fill your collections of colors! 
    • Clear Blocks, Dimensionals, Designer Paper 

    Here is the list of excluded items for the sale.  download the 2020 Holiday Extravaganza sale excluded list

    **All orders using the host code below that are over $55 will receive 3 things FREE from me:

    1. a free Winter Snow embossing folder
    2. 10 free cards!
    3. my 22 project Curvy Celebrations PDF tutorial (see below)

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    I bet this year many of us will be giving gift cards more than ever.  This social distancing is hard but during the Holiday's it's going to be so tough!  If you are missing celebrating with your family this year I feel for you.  Holidays are meant to be enjoyed together. But if it keeps us and them safe I'm sure it's the right decision. But we don't have to like it, right?! 

    Here's a fun gift card holder you can make to give those gift cards in. 

    Santa tags Save

    I made one during last week's Facebook Live but you can see the video below, or here on my YouTube Channel. 

    Santa tags Save

    The measurements are as follows: 

    • 5” X 4 ¼” – score at ½” and 2 ¾", *get 4 from one sheet of CS
    • White tag – 2” X 6” scored at 4”, Black band is 1” X 5”
    • White rectangle die-cut (Stitched So Sweetly) is 2 3/4" X 1 5/8" 

    *The gift card is the last project on the video below; you can fast forward through the cards if you'd like. 

    Products Used:

    Tag Buffet stamp set, Stitched So Sweetly Dies, Fancy Tag Topper Punch, Red, White & Black CS, Blends markers, rhinestones

    Remember you can find me here on Facebook 6 times a month! 

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    Check out my November specials below:

    Current Host code is NQHKDKZR

    Order online here

    Winter snow free Save

    All online orders receive my FREE Curvy Celebrations 22 project PDF Tutorial! 

    Curvy1-0 Save

    Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're available in my Shop here.  

    Glue stands Save

    We can fit three in a box for almost the same shipping cost. They are $6 each and shipping is about $3-4 in US.   They make great gifts for your stamping friends!  

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  • We’re making explosion pop-up cards!!

    On my Stamp with Me Live I shared these cards and how easy it is to make an explosion card.  

    These cards look pretty ordinary from the front but there's a surprise inside; see below:

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    Isn't it cool?  And it's super easy to do.  It's a 6" square of designer paper that you fold in halves with a bone folder. No measuring at all!  

    Explosion inside Save

    Here's the template for the explosion card. 

    Tis the Season explosion template Save

    Here's a masculine birthday made with the Plaid Tidings designer paper and Many Mates stamp set.

    Explosin plaid Save

    These are so fun to make.  And you can add a bit more fun to the card by adding in some confetti, punched pieces or sequins to the inside.  What a surprise they'll enjoy! 

    Explosin plaid Save

    Join me here on the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 7:30 pm Central Time.  You can either watch or prep your pieces to create right along with me!  

    Here's the video: 

    Measurements to prep:

    Card base 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2"
    Front – DSP: one at 1 3/4" X 4 1/4" across, banners are 1 1/2" X 5 1/2" and 1 1/2" X 4 1/2"
    Greeting on a punched or die-cut circle, layered with other punches or dies.
    Inside DSP is 6" square, White is 2 3/4" square.
    Additional supplies:
    Ink, embellishments, bone folder, dimensionals, glue
     
    Products used:
    Cherry Cobbler, Shaded Spruce & Pretty Peacock CS
    Classic Christmas, 'Tis the Season & Plaid Tidings DSP.
    Other: Poinsettia Petals & Many Mates stamp sets, Snowflakes, Circles Collection & Poinsettia dies plus Tailored Tag & Label Me Lovely punches

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    November Specials!

    Current Host code is A2MTFYEB

    Order online here

    Winter snow free Save

    All online orders receive my FREE Curvy Celebrations 22 project PDF Tutorial! 

    Curvy1-0 Save

    Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're available in my Shop here.  

    Glue stands Save

    We can fit three in a box for almost the same shipping cost. They are $6 each and shipping is about $3-4 in US.   They make great gifts for your stamping friends!  

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    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  • 24 hour Holiday Extravaganza Tuesday, November 24th!

    This Tuesday is a huge sale on almost everything in the Annual Catalog!  There are a few exceptions but you can get your favorites or stock up on card stock, ink, embellishments & more all at 10% off!  That adds up and is almost like free shipping!

    24 hour extravaganza Save

    Here is the list of excluded items for the sale.  download the 2020 Holiday Extravaganza sale excluded list

    **All orders using the host code below that are over $55 will receive 3 things FREE from me:

    1. A free Winter Snow embossing folder
    2. 10 free cards from me!
    3. My 22 project Curvy Celebrations PDF tutorial.

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    Check out my November specials below:

    Current Host code is A2MTFYEB

    Order online here

    Winter snow free Save

    All online orders receive my FREE Curvy Celebrations 22 project PDF Tutorial! 

    Curvy1-0 Save

    Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're available in my Shop here.  

    Glue stands Save

    We can fit three in a box for almost the same shipping cost. They are $6 each and shipping is about $3-4 in US.   They make great gifts for your stamping friends!  

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

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