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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. 

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  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: 

*current host code link:   D6QRFZ7J

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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  • Music From the Heart; in a rainbow of colors!

    I saw a card like this online made by Diane Barnes and had to make it for my friend Becky's workshop a few weeks ago.  She loves color!  It's made with the Music From the Heart stamp set seen here.   It's just $17!

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    We stamped the treble clef multiple times and the greeting on a separate piece of White CS.  Then we fussy cut the words apart and colored each one with a Blends marker.  

    The rainbow of sponged colors are done on another piece of card stock measuring 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"; the same size as the finished card.  Our sponge daubers work perfectly here.  It looks pretty messy but you are only seeing a 'peek' of in on the edge so it really doesn't matter much. It's the rainbow of colors you're wanting on the edge. 

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    Measurements:

    • White full card 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
    • White sponged layer is 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"
    • White stamped layer is 3 3/4" X 5 1/2"

    Details:

    • Ink colors are Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Pacific Point, Gorgeous Grape.
    • Blends colors are Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Light Navy, Dark Highland Heather  

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    Two April ordering specials to choose from:

    All online orders in April will receive my tutorial of the month; with 16 cards

    featuring the Ornate Garden products seen here.

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    Orders between $55 and $99 will receive a free Simple Shammy!

    Use this host code for April: MMM4SXSB  

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    Or….

    Join my $1000 party! 

    The first 10 people in April to order over $100 using this exclusive party host code 49HFZ6G3 will get a free Little Ladybug cards class that includes the stamp set and a 4 cards pre-cut kit! 

    There are 4 sets left!

     

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  • Did you want a Little Ladybug stamp set? Now you can get one; FREE!

    The cute Little Ladybug stamp set from the Sale-a-Bration promotion was very popular; everyone wanted it!  It was free with a $300 order but that was difficult for many people to achieve.  

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    If you've been wishing and hoping for this set now you can get one; from me!  I have 10 of them and the first 10 people to order over $100 online using this host code will get one. 49HFZ6G3  **I have 1 left as of April 10th.  

    **I suggest you consider getting any of the new Ornate Garden products OR get the retiring 2018-20 In Colors before they retire later this month.  Everything goes fast once the retired list comes out! 

    Besides getting a free stamp set you'll also get a pre-cut cards kit and written tutorial!  Here's one of the cards in the kit; it's a cute, interactive waterfall card.  

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    Here's how it looks when you pull the ribbon; you get to see every ladybug.  The card opens up also with more fun inside! 

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    Everything is cut out and ready for you to stamp using your very own brand-new Little Ladybug stamp set!  

    The kits will go out mid-late April; as soon as the reserved sets are spoken for.  If you're wondering if there's any left just send me an email at lagreff60@gmail.com to check.  

    Click here to order. Be sure to use this host code when you order online:  49HFZ6G3

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    All online orders in April will receive my tutorial of the month; with 16 cards

    featuring the Ornate Garden products seen here.

    Ornate Garden collage Save

    Orders between $55 and $99 will receive a free Simple Shammy!

    Use this host code for April: MMM4SXSB  

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    Or….

    Join my $1000 party! 

    The first 10 people in April to order over $100 using this exclusive party host code 49HFZ6G3 will get a free Little Ladybug cards class that includes the stamp set and a 4 cards pre-cut kit! 

    Little Ladybug free class Save

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  • Spring Retreat; get it in a bag ‘to go’!

    Due to the current pandemic our Spring Retreat has been changed to a kit to go.  Sadly I won't get to pamper my gals at the event but everyone can stamp safely in the comfort of your own home.  I have a bunch of fabulous projects, gifts and surprises planned for the kits to go!   

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    Cost is $45 and includes the following:
    – $20 in Stampin' Up! products (including the Well Dressed Designer paper) and 20 projects!!
    – a pre-cut cards and gifts class with 12 projects (including 8 fun fold cards!) with envelopes
    – a Birthday cards class with 8 cards with envelopes
    – printed tutorials for both classes!
    – cute surprises and yummy treats
     
    *Pre-pay by tomorrow, April 7th to get a free, super cute bonus project!
    Registration is closed for this event. 
    *Projects will not be stamped but will need mostly greetings; we'll do the rest for you!
    *Opt for pick up or add $12 for shipping directly to you. 
     

     

    Ssh, here's a sneak peak of one of the classes:

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    Two April ordering specials to choose from:

    All online orders in April will receive my tutorial of the month; with 16 cards

    featuring the Ornate Garden products seen here.

    Ornate Garden collage Save

    Orders between $55 and $99 will receive a free Simple Shammy!

    Use this host code for April: MMM4SXSB  

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    Or….

    Join my $1000 party! 

    The first 10 people in April to order over $100 using this exclusive party host code 49HFZ6G3 will get a free Little Ladybug cards class that includes the stamp set and a 4 pre-cut cards kit! 

    I have 8 spots left as of today.

     

    Little Ladybug free class Save

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