NOEL

 Have you ever questioned just what the word NOEL means.  Well, I have and after making this card, I wanted to know the origin of the word as well as what it exactly means for us today.

Webster says this:

English speakers borrowed the word noel from French. It can be traced further back to the Latin word natalis, which can mean "birthday" as a noun or "of or relating to birth" as an adjective. (The English adjective natal has the same meaning and is also an offspring of natalis.) Noels were being sung in Latin or French for centuries before English-speakers started using the word to refer to Christmas carols in the 18th century. An early use of noel (spelled nowell) to mean "Christmas" can be found in the text of the late 14th-century Arthurian legend Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

So in essences, it means Christmas, birthday, natal.  For us, we celebrate Christmas, the birth of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ!

I always find it interesting to find the meaning of words that we use & sing but never really know the true meaning.  So next time you are perplexed by the meaning of a word, go and look it up.  We all have technology in our hands (ex. smartphone).

If you are interested in purchasing any of the Stampin' Up products used today, many of them are available in the Annual Catalog but most will be in the mini catalog which will premier on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.  Refer back to my blog for further details.

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Herringbone Card

 Everyone has been busy making the quilt cards.  I wanted to try my hand at the herringbone quilt card.  I decided to do mine a little different by cutting my strips a bit smaller and laying out a pattern for my pieces to follow.

These cards really did turn out beautiful and I am pleased with them.  If you are interested in any of the Designer Series Paper I used or any other supplies, click here to go to my online store.  Your business is much appreciated.

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Paper Pumpkin - September 2023

 Paper Pumpkin

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August 18, 2023-LIVE-All About Autumn DSP & Rustic Crate Stamps & Dies

 Are you ready for FALL?  If you live in the south I am sure you will answer, YES!!  A hundred times YES.  We live in climates everywhere these days where the heat & humidity make it unbearable for most of us.  I know that many of us are spoiled by central air and we have become accustomed to a steady temperature year round.  

But still, we long for bulky sweaters, hot cocoa, the smell of hay, long walks under a canopy of God's beautiful artistry of golds, reds, browns, yellow & green.  Roasting marshmallows over an open fire....well you get the picture.  Many of us long for a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks or starting a roaring fire in the fireplace.  Whatever your dream of fall is, it is the reprieve from the summer heat.

Today's card gives us a glimpse into the fall we all long for.  And I had so much fun making these cards.  If you are interested in the items used in today's feature...you will have to wait until September 6, 2023 when our mini catalog goes live.

If you want to order any of the other products that are in the annual catalog, click here.

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Christmas Classics Stamps & Dies Bundle

 Christmas Time, Christmas Time, Christmas Time!!  Yes, you guess it...I am in full Christmas Mode!!  It's almost September and the new Mini "Holiday" Catalog will launch for all of you to see on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.  

You will not be disappointed with this catalog.  It is stunning with so many beautiful items.  If you watched my unboxing YT video, you saw first hand my excitement.  Everything is gorgeous.

My first installment is usning the Christmas Classic Bundle.  It is a gorgeous bundle that gives us so many elements that we can use across the board with incorporating many other stamps, dies, & embellishments.

If you are interested in any of the items I used, please click here.  Please remember that the items used today will not be available until September 6th, but go ahead and make your wish list.  

Catalogs are rolling out now, so please let me know when you receive yours.

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Just Scrap It

 We all have them, we rarely know what to do with them, but now you have the instructions to help you use all of those left over pieces from your DSP.  Most of the small pieces left over in our 6" x 6" packs are less likely to get used.  But now you can find homes for these left-over pieces.  Just cut them down and glue them to the front panel of cards.  

In this tutorial you will find the instructions for breaking these unused pieces into useful designs for making beautiful card fronts.

If you are interested in purchasing any of the supplies I showed in today's tutorial, please click here to go to my online Stampin' Up site.

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Level Complete

 I was in the need of two birthday cards for my two teenage grandsons.  So with every teenager (especially boys) loving video games it was a given to choose "LEVEL COMPLETE."  Such a cute stamp set and perfect for anyone who loves gaming.  

If you like this tutorial and would like to purchase any of the products I used, click here to visit my online Stampin' Up store.

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Easy 10 minute card when you need to create in a hurry

 Have you ever had the need of a card like NOW?  Of course you have!  We all have.  When time is an issue, always remember that you can come up with something that is handmade and adorable without spending hours in your craft space creating.  Just grab a card base, a piece of designer series paper, some adhesive, a stamp set and GO!!  You got this!!

If you would like to shop for any of the products I used in this tutorial, click here.

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AUGUST HOST CODE

 

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Use this host code when placing an order and you will receive a free gift from me.

For Order of $35.00-$149.99

anything $150.00 & over DO NOT use the host code.

I want you to receive the stampin' rewards.

You may ask yourself, how does using the host code benefit me?

It allows me to collect the stampin' rewards from smaller orders and I in turn use the stampin' rewards to redeam for free gifts for all of you.

Kits are on SALE August 1-31, 2023

 

For the month of August 1-31, 2023 all kits on SALE!

Some are up to 30% off their regular price.

Be sure to click the link below to browse the kits.

This is a great opportunity to share cardmaking with with friends & family.

Maybe you have a grandchild who would love to make their own cards.  This is a great option for them.  Everything you need is in the kit so they don't need any other supplies to make beautiful handmade projects.

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Sweet Citrus + 5 x 7 Card = One Zesty Happy Birthday

 Nothing screams summer like fresh cut lemons made into a picture of ice cold lemonade.  Can you smell the crisp lemons and the sweet goodness of a pitcher of lemonade with fresh slices of lemons swirling around with the ice cubes?  Sipping it while sitting on the porch on a warm summer night.

I bet you are wanting a tall glass right now!!  LOL  Well if that's the case then you are going to love this card and you will need this stamp set and hybrid die set in your stash.

If you would like to purchase any of the Stampin' Up items I used, please click here!

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YouTube Video Tutorial Below

Many times some fantastic dies can be overlooked and not always do we need to stamp everything we do.  And that is what I am showing you today with the two die sets I chose to make these pretty cards .  Now, I'm not dismissing inks & stamps by no means.  I did this to show that we don't have to depend on ink & stamps to make a beautiful card for someone.  Of course you will need a die cut machine, the dies and some pretty DSP with matching cardstock.

If you would like to purchase any of the products shown in this tutorial click here.

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24 HOUR STAMP SALE

JULY  19, 2023 ONLY

Find yourself staring at multiple stamp sets from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and can’t decide which ones to get? You won’t have to stare for much longer because on 19 July 2023, you can get those stamp sets you’ve been wanting at a 15% discount! But you and your customers will have to act fast because this lightning deal will only last for one day, so make sure you are ready to shop ‘til you drop! This is definitely a deal you don’t want to miss out on. 

Please note that this sale does exclude host stamp sets.

Live Event-Side Panel Card with Elegance

 If you didn't catch the live today, don't worry!  I got your covered right here on my blog.  All of my designs can be found on the blog along with pictures, pdf, links, and of course the YouTube video.l

And if you saw something you really want to purchase with Stampin' Up, you can find all the items I used in the pdf and click here to shop everything Stampin' Up.

YOU TUBE VIDEO

Take Two - Spinning Strip Quilt Card

 From time to time we all need a "do over." And that time came to me when I heard that my first video where I did the Spinning Strip Quilt Card was out of frame to the point that it was not a usable video.

Staying in frame is one of the hardest things that us YouTube Creators deal with.  Yes, there are other frustrations such as internet issues, upload issues, editing issues, saving your file issues, and the list could go on and on but the "staying in frame" is one of the most difficult things I deal with daily.  I am trying to get better at this but it is a work in progress.

I do feel that sometimes this happens and it doesn't effect the quality of the video such as putting glue on a piece of DSP or cardstock.  As long as you can see the placement of the piece in question.

I do hope that by me doing a "do over" it will make it easier for you to follow.

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies I used please click here to go to my online Stampin' Up store.

I very much would appreciate your business.

Also, I have links to my All Time Go To Craft Supplies...these are items that Stampin' Up does not carry but still itmes that I turn to almost everytime I craft.

Just click on the link to get the item.  Thank you so much for your support to my Amazon links and my Stampin' Up Store.

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Christmas in July-Horse & Sleigh Christmas Card #1

Can you believe it's Christmas in July?  Well it is and I am aware that this isn't for everyone but for us who like to get a head start on our Christmas Cards, it is a necessary evil.  Not that anything concerning Christmas is evil...after all it is a time to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus.

I love Christmas and I always enjoy the break that comes with Christmas in July.  It gives me that needed break to step out and create with those warm glowing colors of the season.  Reds, Greens, Golds and everything that sparkles.  Be it the gleaming lights or the snow-covered roofs...it is a magical time for anyone that embraces Christmas.

With the new offerings in the Online Exclusives, we have a few new items to play with before the new mini catalog premeirs in September.  I am sure that it will be full of all the beauty of Christmas.  I can't wait to see the offerings for this coming season.  

If would like to purchase any of the items I used in making these cards, click here!

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If you need to watch the video again, it is located at the bottom of this blog post.

Cute Little Treat Box with Matching Card featuring Paper Florist Dies

 Every now & then, we need a little gift to give someone who goes out of their way for you, or someone you know that could use a little something to brighten their day.  Well, look no further because this could be just the ticket.

Such a cute little box that you could fill with anything you like.  Cookies, candy, perfume, lotion, handsanitizer, jewelry and the list could go on and on.

You could always include a gift card too.

I used DSP on both of these sets.  And they both turned out so pretty. 

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Accordian Fold Card Featuring Copper Clay In-Color & Fresh as a Daisy DSP

 Are you a fan of FUN FOLD CARDS?  If you answered yes, you are not alone.  I don't know if it's because they are delightfully intriguing to make, so much fun to give and sometimes very challenging for us as a cardmaker.  For me, I love a good challenge and I'm always looking for something that is a challenge as well as easy to teach.

I think I found both in the design of this card.  I had so much fun with it in both the design and in teaching it in the video tutorial.

I hope you too will love it as much as I do.  Play with the design and feel free to change it up as well.  It has so many possibilities that you can dress it up or down to meet whatever occasion you need a card for.

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Affiliate Links from Amazon

 I have decided to try using affiliate links via Amazon to help generate income and also help you with products other than Stampin' Up.

As many of you know, I use many products which Stampin' Up doesn't carry.  With that being said, these are products I would be at a lose without.  So if you would like to purchase any of these products I will have the links listed below and at the bottom of each video I produce going forth.

I am going to demo a Stamping Platfoam within the week that I feel will help many of us who did not have the great fortune to aquire a Stamperatus when Stampin' Up had them.  Every crafter needs a Stamp Positioning Tool in their stamping studio and after researching many items I believe the this one to be the closest to our beloved Stamperatus.  So, be on the look out for that video coming soon.

There are many other items that I use daily that you may be interested in as well.

Even if you aren't interested in the products I list, if you click on my links before you you shop on Amazon, I will still benefit from it.  I will get a little kick-back by just you clicking.  I would greatly appreciate this as I am working very hard to earn income so I can continue doing what I do and bring quality videos to you each week.

Amazon Links

We R Memory Keepers Precision Press

Lady Bug Desk Vacuum

Post it Flags

Post it Tape

Tim Holtz Acrylic 12" Ruler

Art Glitter Glue w/ fine tip

Art Glitter Glue 16 oz refill

Basic Grey Craft Magnets-2 pk./2 sizes

Totally Tiffany Craft Workstation

Totally Tiffany Paper Handler 12 x 12

Totally Tiffany Paper Handler 8.5 x 11

Gamsol Blending Meduim

Blending Stumps with sandpaper sharpener

EK Reverse Craft Tweezers

EK 3/8" Circle Punch

Bic Mechanical Pencils

Spellbinder 2 pk Embossing Mats

Bic Mechanical Pencils

Tombow Mono Sand Eraser

Xyron Adhesive Eraser

Tim Holtz Micro-Serrated Titanium 9.5" Scissors

Spinning Strip Quilt Card Featuring Masterly Made DSP (Designer Series Paper)

 Oh the joy of a Quilt Card and this one has such a beautiful design.  And you can use up some of those scraps we all end up collecting with our other cards.

This is made with 1/2" & 1/4" strips.  You will need to make sure your strips are longer than your 4" square of copy paper that you do your layout on.

If you are interested in any of the products I used you can Click here to access my online Stampin' Up store.  All of the items # will be listed in the pdf tutorial below.

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