Posts Tagged ‘Note Cards’
Retiring Set Rewind: Cute & Quick Cards with Button Buddies
It’s time for my Retiring Set Rewind! There are so many fabulous stamp sets about to retire, and I don’t want any stampers to miss out on getting them before they’re gone. Top of the list for today? It’s Button Buddies (see it online), as the cutest stamp set with the most possibilities for quick & easy cards.
Plus the Brights Buttons Assortment is one of the items available at a discount (40% off while supplies last! – 119747) on the Retiring Accessories “Something For Everyone” sale (learn more about that list).
These sweet cards were created with a Note Card & Envelope base (also retiring!! see them online)
To make these clean & simple cards, you’ll need:
- Button Buddies stamp set (122737 - see it online)
- Brights Collection Markers (119702 – see them online)
- Note Cards & Envelopes (set of 20 – 107311 – see them online)
- Mini Glue Dots (103683 – see them online)
- White Baker’s Twine (124262 – see it online)
- Clear Block C (118486 – see it online)
Actually, if you’re thinking about joining my Stampin’ Up! family, this is a great set of supplies to include in your Starter Kit!
Here are the project directions for the Marker to Stamp Technique on these cards:
Take your markers and color directly on the stamps — as many colors as you like.- When you’re ready to stamp, gently breathe over the stamp and your breath with reactivate any ink that may have begun to dry.
- Stamp on your note card and use the Mini Glue Dots to add buttons with Baker’s Twine.
Super simple!! If you are looking for a fun project to try with friends at home over the weekend, Spring Break or Summer vacation, here is a great way to get started!
You can order from my website using the links above. I can’t wait to see the cards you create!
Be sure to check the retiring accessories and stamp set lists for other things you’ll want.
Happy Stamping!
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Subscribe to the comments for this postSwallowtail: A little embellishment goes a long way
I think in all my years of stamping, I’ve only seen 1-2 stamps EVER that come close to meeting the beauty of the Swallowtail stamp (see it online – 129216).
These easy note cards are created using the Note Cards & Envelopes (see them online). I absolutely adore using the Note Cards for elegant yet simple projects.
I know the Swallowtail image is huge — nearly bigger than a standard card front (4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″). Don’t let it intimidate you!
Here are a few of my suggestions for using it:
- Use only a portion of the butterfly (like in the samples here)
- Go monochromatic – a single color shows off the beauty in the stamp perfectly
- Heat emboss the butterfly – be sure to use high end embossing powder (like from Stampin’ Up!) to capture all the detail
Happy Stamping!
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Sale-A-Bration Tutorials: Patterned Occasions
Only 3 weeks left of Sale-A-Bration, but the good news is that I have another tutorial for you! This week when you place an order with me, either online in my store or in person, you’ll get the next of Meg’s Final 5 Tutorials – for the Patterned Occasions stamp set (see it online – 129624).
Meg’s Final 5 Tutorial: Week 3 – Patterned Occasions
For this week’s tutorial, you’ll want the following supplies to be able to make the projects as shown plus another 2 projects: (click the product numbers to see the items in my online store, then add them to your shopping cart)
Makes 20 greeting cards with envelopes (5 designs in the tutorial):
- 119706 Brights Collection Assorted Card Stock $6.95
- 119702 Brights Collection Stampin’ Markers $28.95
- 126902 Polka Dot Parade Designer Series Paper $10.95
- 107311 Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes $5.95
Total of bundle before shipping and tax = $52.80
Then add the PATTERNED OCCASIONS Stamps (w-129621 or c-129624) to your order for free. The ideas shared can be used exactly with a variety of punches and Big Shot Framelits and Embossing Folders, or you can use them as springboard ideas for completing the projects at home using the punches you have on hand.
Let me know if you have any questions about this fun program – email Meg.
Don’t forget that when you sign up as a demonstrator with me during Sale-A-Bration, you’ll get all 5 tutorials! You can learn more about becoming a demonstrator on my website. Or if you’re ready to do it now, you can sign up directly online 24-7!
Happy Stamping!
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Sale-A-Bration Tutorials: Bloomin’ Marvelous
Where does the time go?! There are only 5 weeks of Sale-A-Bration remaining!
Don’t know about SAB? Definitely you need to check it out. Already know all about Sale-A-Bration? Perfect! Then you’ll know that Bloomin’ Marvelous is one of the stamp sets you can pick for free with a $50 order during the next 5 weeks.
And I have a fun bonus for you during the next 5 weeks!
Meg’s Final 5 Sale-A-Bration Tutorials
During the next 5 weeks, I’m going to offer a free pdf tutorial — 5 pages of samples, supplies and directions for making a set of cards with one of the Sale-A-Bration free selections.
How do I get this terrific pdf tutorial?
All you need to do is place an order online or in person with me during that week. Any order of any amount is fine — you’ll earn your Final 5 Tutorial for that week! Your tutorial will be emailed directly to you.
Do I have to order the items featured in the Final 5 Tutorial?
Of course not — you can order anything you want! Or you might choose to order the items listed in the Final 5 Tutorial supply list, so that you’ll have the supplies ready to make these projects as soon as your order arrives!
What if I sign up as a new demonstrator with Meg?
Then you’ll get all 5 tutorials! Plus you’ll get the terrific benefits of being a demonstrator: fun, fellowship, discounts on your orders and access to endless ideas. Oh, and there are only a few weeks left to get the Sale-A-Bration bonus with your Starter Kit — $156 in product of your choice for $99 — that’s a huge discount! You can learn more about becoming a demonstrator on my website. Or if you’re ready to do it now, you can sign up directly online 24-7!
Meg’s Final 5 Tutorial: Week 1 – Bloomin’ Marvelous
For this week’s tutorial, you’ll want the following supplies to be able to make the projects as shown: (click the product numbers to see the items in my online store, then add them to your shopping cart)
Makes 20 sweet note cards with envelopes:
- 129311 Tea For Two Designer Series Paper $10.95
- 123002 In Color 2011-2013 Stampin’ Write Markers $14.95
- 129406 Bitty Butterfly Punch $15.95
- 129399 Paper Doilies $2.95
- 107311 Note Cards & Envelopes $5.95
Total of bundle before shipping and tax = $50.75
Then add the BLOOMIN MARVELOUS Stamp Set (w-129651 or c-129654) to your order for free.
Let me know if you have any questions about this fun program – email Meg.
Happy Stamping!
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Cross My Heart: Sweet & Simple Birthday Card
Need a sweet and simple card idea? Got a package of Note Cards & Envelopes handy? (see them online) The Cross My Heart stamp set (see it online) is perfect for all occasions and great for guy cards.
Love this Designer Series Paper pattern? It’s from the Sycamore Street Designer Series Paper (SAB – free item – #127540). And when you use the Stampin’ Distress Tool (see it online – 127562) to add texture to the edge of the paper, then you can see both sides at once. No need to pick which side of the paper you like better 
Check out more Note Card ideas from my blog
Happy Stamping!
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Stamps: Cross My Heart; Ink: Summer Starfruit, Midnight Muse; Paper: Note Cards & Envelopes, Sycamore Street Designer Series Paper; Accessories: Two Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Summer Starfruit Stitched Satin Ribbon
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When You Need 250 Christmas Cards…
How many Christmas cards are you planning to make this year? When you’re thinking of making a large number (whether 40 or 400) then it’s important to pick the right design and layout.
Here’s a great card for duplicating – for several reasons:
- Card Base: it’s the Note Cards & Envelopes (see them online) so they come 20 to a package, pre-scored and with envelopes included
- Ribbon: you can get your roll for free with a September order of $40 or more – (shop now or click to learn more). Plus the knot is low-profile and shouldn’t cost extra postage to mail
- Stamps: the simple stamping with the Ornament Keepsakes stamp set (see it online) will be speedy and have a terrific impact – the bold images are perfect!
Looking for other ideas for Christmas card layouts you can make in large numbers? Here are a few links to past projects on my blog:
- Clean & Simple stamping ideas - simple stamping, but great overall effects
- Stamping 101 - basic stamping ideas to get you started with colors & layouts
- Workshop Projects – ideas that I shared as Make & Take projects at events
Happy Stamping!
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Stamps: Ornament Keepsakes, Seasonal Sayings; Ink: Raspberry Ripple, Gumball Green; Paper: Note Cards & Envelopes, Raspberry Ripple; Accessories: Scallop Edge Border Punch, Rhinestones Jewels, Gumball Green Stitched Satin Ribbon;
Cutest Punch Ever… the Owl Builder Punch
You should have heard the squeals when I showed this card at Erica’s stamping party last month! Needless to say, the Owl Builder Punch is the cutest punch EVER (see it online).
Loving the colors? They’re from the Patio Party Designer Series Paper (see it online – 126916). The paper is part of a whole suite of fun supplies (see more of them online).
I’m in love with the Note Cards & Envelopes (see them online). You can’t beat them for a quick card! Here are a ton of other ideas for them on my blog.
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Anyone for a Cup of Iced Tea Shoppe?
Only 3 days left to get the Make A Cake bonus ($48 value!) with the new $99 Demonstrator Starter Kit! (learn more) (or sign up now!)
One of my favorite things about being a demonstrator is the chance to attend Convention each year in July (it’s coming soon!), Leadership Conference in January and other fun events throughout the year. We get so many great ideas and the excitement over stamping is contagious!
Speaking of which, if you’d like to learn more about being a demonstrator and you’re here in central Illinois, be sure to join me tomorrow evening in Champaign for our monthly Demonstrator Event. Let me know if you’d like to attend as my guest and I can send you details!
This card was shared at Leadership in January, and the Tea Shoppe stamp set (see it online) was one I received for free during the Founder’s Circle Retreat last fall.
I love the idea though — very clever to cut a slit in the top of the Note Card so that the tea bag fits “inside” the cup! All the stamps on this card (including the frame for the Modern Label Punch) are part of the Tea Shoppe stamp set.
The Adorning Accents Edgelits (see them online) used at the bottom of the card are the perfect quick accent.
Looking for more quick projects to create this summer? You’ll want to see some other Express Stamping ideas from my blog.
Happy Stamping!
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Clean & Simple: Fifth Avenue Floral
Have you looked at the Note Cards & Envelopes in the Stampin’ Up! catalog? (see them online) I am completely addicted to these (more ideas on my blog). They’re clean, ready-to-stamp and I don’t even have to find envelopes to match them — they’re in the package!
This card features the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set (see it online):
Do you love the Elegant Thank You? It’s one of the A La Carte stamps that come singly instead of in a set (see a few online).
Happy Stamping!
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1 Set of Supplies: 4 Card Ideas
The Outlined Occasions stamp set is a terrific addition (especially for free!) to a stamping stash. The set includes some great words, perfect to complement a ‘fun’ color scheme or designer series paper.
Don’t forget that you only have 3 days left to order during Sale-A-Bration!
This card is based on the Note Cards & Envelopes (see them online) which come 20 to a pack, for only $5.95 (pretty nice, plus they’re convenient to have on hand). I made a couple of layers and scalloped the bottoms to add some interest. The words are stamped and colored with the matching Stampin’ Write Markers.
Here are the supplies you’ll need:
- 123002 In Color Markers 2011-2013 $14.95
- 122940 In Color Printed Brads $7.95
- 124329 In Color Assorted Card Stock 2011-2013 $6.95
- 119882 Scallop Edge Border Punch $15.95
- 107311 Note Cards & Envelopes (20) $5.95
And guess what? The total of bundle before shipping and tax = $51.75, which means you get to pick out a stamp set for free (like the Outlined Occasions set!) with your order, as long as you order before the end of the day on March 31st.
And even more convenient, when you order this from me, I’ll send you a pdf tutorial with directions and cutting sizes to make 4 different cards with this same set of supplies!
Here are some samples from my blog:
- Fresh Vintage stamp set
- Triple Treat Flower stamp
- Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper
- Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brads Bundle
- Elementary Elegance stamp set
- Sprinkled Expressions stamp set
- Outlined Occasions stamp set
Just remember to place your order before March 31st — after March 31st, the Sale-A-Bration special is over!
Happy Stamping!
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