Stacey's Stampin' Space

Friday Fun Punch Art - Penguin Pete

Today's post is bringing back another feature, Friday Fun Punch Art.  There are so many cool things you can create with punches and I LOVE being able to share all of them with you!

Today's fun creation is Penguin Pete... check him out...

Wouldn't he look cute on a winter scrapbook page?!?  He's super easy to make and only uses two punches, the rwo step owl punch and the boho blossoms punch (for the nose).  The black and white eye balls and the white body are all created with the owl punch also!  A full supply list is shown below.  If you have any questions, please post here or email me.  

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Stampin' Supplies:

Punches Used:  Two Step Owl (118074),    Boho Blossom (119858)

Other Supplies: Whisper White Card Stock, Basic Black Card Stock, Tangerine Tango Card Stock

 

Thursday Tool Tip - Craft and Paper Scissors

Hi Stampers!

Today I'm bringing back an old feature called Thursday Tool Tip.  This is where I share a tip about a product I could not live without in my stampin' studio.  Today I'm going to tell you a little more about the Craft and Paper Scissors, aka "My Ribbon Scissors"

The Craft & Paper Scissors #108360 $29.95

After you use these scissors just once, you'll be hooked!  These high quality, heavy duty scissors cut ribbon and card stock easily and beautifully, giving you a clean cut every time.  They have stainless steel blades, 3-3/4" blade length and they are ergonimically designed to fit your (right) hand.

I love these scissors because they cut through ribbon like butter.  You don't have to mess around with holding the ribbon just the right way to make the cut.  If you only have a small piece of ribbon to trim up, they will still work.  I only use mine for ribbon and I refer to them as "My Ribbon Scissors".

I chose these scissors to highlight today because I learned recently that even a man could tell the difference!  In my "Real Men Make Cards" Valentines Class earlier this week, one of they guys picked up my paper snips to cut a piece of ribbon.  While he was struggling with that, I gave him "My Ribbon Scissors" and told him to try those.  He coudlnt' believe the difference! 

If you are ready to place your order for your very own Ribbon Scissors, please click here.

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

It's time to Sale-A-Brate!

 

Today I want to make sure that everyone knows it's time to Sale-A-Brate!  This is Stampin' Up!'s annual promotion where you can earn FREE products, and it's going on now until March 31.  There are three ways to Sale-A-Brate!

 

 - SPEND!  For every $50 you spend on catalog merchandise (before tax and S/H) you get to choose something from theSale-A-Bration catalog for FREE. Download your copy or email me your name and address if you would like one sent in the mail (US only). If you spend $100 in merchandise, you will get 2 SAB (Sale-A-Bration) products.  There is no limit!

- HOST!  Host a workshop of at least $300 and earn one FREE SAB product in addition to all the other fabulous hostess benefits.

- JOIN!  Join Stampin' Up! during SAB and get 15% off your starter kit.  Plus, get a bonus bundle filled with over $50 in FREE products!

So, what are you waiting for? Order online or contact me today to schedule your workshop or for more information about joining the Stampin' Up! family!

 Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

Totally Easy Tuesday - Valentine's Card

Today I'm introducing a new feature on my blog.... I'm calling it Totally Easy Tuesday.  Every Tuesday I will post a stamping project that is easy... easy to make, doesn't have a lot of steps or require a lot of tools. I will be using the Big Shot on a lot of these projects because I really feel the Big Shot is a must have tool for every paper crafter.  It saves time and makes the projects easy!  These projects will be projects that you can easily duplicate, and if you don't have a Big Shot, I will try to offer alternative suggestions.  And I will share step by step instructions for these cards.

Today's card is a Totally Easy Valentine's Card.  Directions and a full supply list with links to the products is at the bottom of the post:

Directions and Supplies: 
1. Begin with a half sheet of Real Red Card stock(202482) (8 1/2 x 5 1/2).  Fold it in half and crease along the fold line with your Bone Folder (102330).

2. Take a piece of Basic Gray card stock (121044)  (4 x 1 1/2), and punch a decorative border.  In my sample I used the Scallop Edge Border Punch (119882), but you could use any of our border punches. 

3. Adhere the Basic Gray piece of card stock to the back of a piece of DSP (4 x 2) using SNAIL adhesive (104332).  Here I used Love Impressions Specialty Paper (121780) from the Occasions Mini Catalog. Then attach to the base of the card.

4. Using the Big Shot (113439) and theScalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslit (117332) , punch out a heart from Pretty in Pink Card stock.  If you want to dress up the card a little more, punch out more hearts.  If you don't have a Big Shot, you can use the Full Heart punch (119883) . Attach hearts to your card using SNAIL adhesive and/or Stampin' Dimensionals (104430).

5. Stamp greeting in Basic Gray Classic Ink (109120).  I used the Valentine's greeting from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set (115370). This stamp set is another "must have" for the paper crafter.  It's like the little black dress of stamping.... it has something for every occasion!

6. Don't forget to stamp your name on the back of the card and decorate your envelope!  You can order personalized name stamps or use one of the stamps from the Art By Design stamp set(104920). 

That's it.... totally easy, right?!?

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Need some inspiration for Valentine's Day?

Check out this card that will be featured at my class tonight.  I'm starting a new series of classes called "Real Men Make Cards"  and I'm kicking it off tonight with a Valentines themed class. 

Isn't this a beautiful card?  See the sparkly red strip along the bottom edge, that's the new Glimmer Paper, isn't it just beautiful?   The stamp set used is Valentine Defined and a full supply list with links to the products is included at the bottom of this post. 

TIP:  If you struggle when working with our rhinestones use the paper snips to gently lift them (be careful to make sure you get the glue dot, too!) off the package. Then you can easily move it to your project and place it in the exact place with the paper snips. Works with the pearls also! 

If you have any questions, please post them here or email stacey@staceystampinspace.com.

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Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Stampin' Supplies:

Super Stamps:    Valentine Defined (c-123057, w-121941)

Inspiring Ink:  Real Red (103133), Real Red Marker (100052), Pink Pirouette Marker (120969), Early Espresso Marker (119680)

Pretty Paper:  Pink Pirouette (111351), Early Espresso (119686), Whisper White (100730), Love Impressions Specialty DSP (121780), Red Glitter Paper (121790)

Popular Punches: 2 1/2: circle (120906), 2 3/8 scallop circle (118874),   small ovel (119863), 1" circle (119868),  heart to heart (119881),     pinking heart (117649) 

Amazing Accessories: Snail adhesive (104332),  Stampin' Dimensionals (104430),   Bone Folder (102300), whisper white organza ribbon (114319), rhinestones (119246), paper snips (103579), craft scissors (108360)

 

 

 

 

 

I'm trying to come back!

Well this was going to be my week to get back online and back to posting.... A NEW Year, a NEW blog (well, redesigned coming soon), and a great NEW mini catalog! But life is getting in the way of my plans... I've got not just one kid home sick this week, but two! And two sickies at the same time is no fun for anyone! So look for me back online next week with some fun projects. In the meantime, here is the brand NEW Occasions mini catalog. Just click on the image below to access the catalog.  Happy shopping!

 

Friday Fun Punch Art - Giraffe

For today's Friday Fun Punch Art, I have a more complicated project for you.  Last week's ladybug was pretty easy.... this friendly Punch Art Giraffe is a little more difficult.  Here he is:

That's a lot of punches used to create this baby!  Speaking of baby.... wouldn't this guy look cute on a new baby card?  I'd love to see what you can come up with using this Punch Art Giraffe.  Post a link to your projects here so we can all see!

I have listed the necessary punches for this project below.  If you have any questions on how she was created please post a comment here. If you'd like to order any Stampin' Up! supplies just click here to order online, and then click on "Shop Now".  
 

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Stampin' Supplies:

Punches Used:  Key Tag (retired), 1 3/8" circle (104401), 1" circle (109046), 1/2" circle (104390), 1/4" circle (retired, but you could substitute the circle from the new Itty Bitty Shapes 118309), 1/8" circle (retired, but you could use the small hole punch from the Crop-a-Dile 108362), Horizontal Slot (105089 - get it now, this is retiring!)

Other Supplies:So Saffron cardstock, Chocolate Chip cardstock, Stamping Sponges

Thursday Tool Tip - Stampin' Dimensionals

For today's Thursday Tool Tip I want to tell you just how much I LOVE using my Stampin' Dimensionals....

I don't think anyone's crafting can be complete without using Stampin' Dimensionals.  I just love how easy it is to make images pop-out simply but putting a Stampin' Dimensional on the back.  I also love how you can layer them for even more depth in your project.  I especially love placing my punched out greetings on Stampin' Dimensionals, just to make them pop just a little more.  Here's an example of how Stampin' Dimensionals can improve the overall appearance of your project.  Click on the photo for a larger view and supply list.  Notice how the flowers that are placed on Stampin' Dimensionals really pop out at you and add more interest to the card?

 

Did you know that sometimes Stampin' Dimensionals can be a little stubborn, and they don't want to cooperate?  When that happens, simply press your fingernail on it so that you make a dent in it.  That makes the paper easier to remove from the back.

Did you also know that you can apply glitter to Stampin' Dimensionals and use them as an embellishment?

Do you know of any other tips and/or uses for the Stampin' Dimensionals?  If you do, please share them with us by posting a comment here.  If you haven't been using Stampin' Dimensionals in your projects and now realize what you've been missing, just click here to order online, and then click on "Shop Now".  A package of Stampin' Dimensionals is item #104430 and you get 300 in one package for only $3.95. 

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Stampin' Up! Mini Starter Kit Special

Hi Stampin' Friends!

Have you been thinking about joining Stampin' Up! but are worried about the initial investment? Do you love stamping, scrapping, cardmaking?  Would you like to get paid to do what you love?   If you've answered yes, I have the solution for you!!

From June 1-30, 2010, you can start your own Stampin’ Up! business for just $99with the special Mini Starter Kit!  If you are local to me in Purcellville/Northern Virginia, or across the United States, it doesn't matter, I am here to support you.  Join my growing team of demonstrators, and I promise you, you will have fun doing this!

The Mini Starter Kit—valued at over $180—contains the items listed below; while all items are recommended, you can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value.

• Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount)
• I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount)
• Clear-Mount Block C
• Homemade single stamp*
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2” x 11”)
• Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2” x 11”)*
• Melon Mambo Classic Stampin’ Pad
• Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad*
• Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad
• Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin’ Pad
• Basic Black 1/8” taffeta ribbon*
• Color Coach*
• SNAIL Adhesive

*Sneak peek items!

The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the standard Starter Kit. Plus, new demonstrator who join Stampin’ Up! in June, you will receive a free box of 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalogs during the first part of July!

Ready to get started? Click here to go to my Stampin' Up! website, then click on "Start your own business", then click on "Join Now".  You will need my passcode which is "stampwithstacey" (don't use the quotes when you sign up).  If you have any questions, please email me so we can set up a time to chat.

What are you waiting for?  Join today and start earning some money doing what you love to do!

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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Stampin' Up! Last Chance Retiring Lists are here!

Today's the day Stampin' Up! posted their Last Chance lists.  These lists show the stamp sets and accessories that will be retiring at the end of this month.  Make sure you take a good look to see if any of those items on your wish list are going, because this is the last chance you will have to order them from Stampin' Up!.  Some of the accessories are starting to sell out already, so make sure you check today and place your orders as soon as possible!  There are several lists for you to take a look at..... and new this year, sortable spreadsheets! 

Last Chance Stamp Set List

Last Chance Stamps

sortable spreadsheet)

Last Chance Definately Decorative 

Last Chance Definately Decorative (sortable spreadsheet)

Last Chance Accessories

 

 Be sure to check this out!  The Definately Decorative products are all 25% off and some of the accessories are up to 50% off.  When you're ready to place your order, just click here to order online, and then click on "Shop Now". 

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin',

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