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Category: Holiday Projects

  • Flurry of Wishes Vintage Elegance Christmas Card & NEW Class by Mail!

    This last weekend I held the first of my Holiday Card Series – this is something new I’m doing this year where I’m running 4 Holiday Card classes between now and the end of November and each one will give you a stack of cards that will get you well on your way to getting your holiday cards done this year.  PLUS – everyone who participates in 3 of the card series classes will receive a $15 shopping spree from me at the end of the series.  Participate in all 4 and you get a $20 shopping spree!  How stinkin sweet is that?  And yes!  This even goes for those of you participating in my class by mail program. Smile   You can get more details about this at the bottom of this post!

    But back to the card I wanted to share today – this oh so pretty vintage & elegant Christmas card using the Flurry of Wishes!

    LOVE!  If I do say so myself. ha ha ha!  Like I mentioned, it was part of the first Holiday Card class that was all about the Flurry of Wishes stamp set – here is everything we made:

    But we are talking about this card today… and I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite touches with it.

    Tips for making this card:

    • Stamp your main image in a slightly darker ink color than the cardstock – in this case, we stamped with Tip Top Taupe ink on to Sahara Sand cardstock.
    • Fill in a few of the outlined shapes using the white Chalk Pen.  It gives a soft look and highlights some of the detailing of the image.
    • Take it up a notch by adding a few small pearls as well!  They are subtle but really add to the elegance factor.
    • For the sentiment, layer your cardstock over some of the A-MA-ZING In Color lace trim – again we were using the Tip Top Taupe trim.  It is wide enough to be a great layering ribbon.
    • I am in love with the wooden Snowflake embellishments so one had to come out for this card and again, a few more little pearls!

    It all comes together for a great card that doesn’t actually take that many supplies and can be quick to mass produce as well.  Always a perk, right?

    Flurry of Wishes – Class By Mail is Here!

    Everyone loved this class this weekend and raved about the cards and the value; and I wanted to share it with those of you who aren’t able to attend my classes in person!  So, I am offering this (and the rest of the Holiday Card Series) as a class by mail.

    In this class you’ll get:

    • Precut supplies & accessories for 10 cards – 2 of each of the 5 designs
    • Pre-punched elements for the cards
    • PDF instructions walking you step-by-step through how to complete each of the cards
    • Priority shipping of your kit to you
    • (optional) the Flurry of Wishes photopolymer stamp set and Snowflake punch!  <— BEST VALUE ADD-ON  —  SAVE over $10 off the class kit when you include the stamp set & punch in your kit

    Live outside the US or don’t need the kit – PDF instructions ONLY option is also available

    NOTE – I am finishing up the pdf instructions now, so they will start being emailed out to everyone Friday, Oct 2nd.  Class kits will be mailed starting next week.


    Kit choices – includes priority shipping



    If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let me know at jennifer@nwstamper.com .  So, give this idea a try and have fun playing as we head into the fall and holiday season!

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  • Get your Halloween on with this CUTE Halloween Owl from Howl-o-Ween Treat

    We all have one… that secret indulgence item that you see, and love… but aren’t quite sure how much you’ll use it.  So most of the time you talk yourself out of it, opting to save for something you are sure you will use for.  And that is totally the grown up and mature thing to do.  Smile  But every now and then, we need to splurge on ourselves.  Give ourselves a treat!  I know I often think about doing something special for my kiddos – whether it is a surprise family movie night, going out for ice cream, or letting them pick out a new outfit for the first day of school!  Which they looked so cute in by the way, don’t you think?!

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    So, what I’m saying is that it is so much easier to think of splurging on SOMEONE ELSE that we love.  But sometimes it should be your turn!  Today I’m sharing one of the first cards I made with my personal splurge from the new Stampin’ Up Holiday Catalog – the Howl-o-Ween Treats stamp set & die bundle! 

    I loved this sweet owl and even though I don’t make many Halloween cards, it made me happy every time I looked at the page in the catalog featuring this bundle, so I knew I should get it.  And I’m so glad I did!  We all can use a little extra happy in our lives, right?

    Tips for making this card:

    • When getting the stamp set, save yourself time AND money by picking up the bundle and getting the framelits to match!  You save 15% off both the stamp set and the diesimage
    • Ok, now that you know you don’t actually have to cut anything out by hand, now you can focus on the fun of picking what you want to mix and match!  In this case, I wanted the owl (I always want the owl!) and the cute pumpkin trick-or-treat bucket.  I kept it simple by stamping the owl in the new Archival Basic Grey ink and the pumpkin in Tangelo Twist.  Then just cut them out using the framelits so you can pop them up on your card using Stampin’ Dimensional foam dots.

    • I was keeping it simple, so I just stamped the “Trick or Treat” sentiment from the stamp set repeatedly down the left side of the card.  Keep it to the left edge of your card, so you have space to adhere some Very Vanilla cardstock on the right side of the card front.
    • Break things up by adding some of the Tangelo Twist striped cotton ribbon from the Annual Catalog down the center of the card to cover the edge of the Vanilla cardstock.
    • Finally, I had to add my favorite touch, the “eyeballs” in the corner!  I wanted to add something and couldn’t decide what, so I grabbed my Pearls and a black Sharpie and thought about coloring the pearls black.  However, after running the sharpie along the top of the pearls, I loved how it ended up looking like little eyeballs… doesn’t it? Smile So I didn’t bother trying to color too much and just let them add to the Halloween ambiance!


    Besides, I figure I still have Halloween treats and scrapbook pages coming up and these stamp images are big enough to be perfect for those projects as well!  Here is to a fun kick off to fall!

    Don’t forget, 1 week left to try out Paper Pumpkin project kits by mail & SAVE 50%!

    Get a fun project kit in your mail each month with Paper Pumpkin and have everything ready for you to get started creating!  You get:

    • a project kit with all papers and embellishments precut and ready for you to create with
    • an exclusive stamp set
    • 1-2 ink pad squares (different colors each month!)
    • a clear block to use with your stamps your first month

    It is a surprise each month what you are going to get, but when it is on sale for only $10/mo INCLUDING SHIPPING for your first 2 months, it is totally worth giving a try!  Right?  You can skip a month or cancel at anytime.  So why not?

    September’s kit I’ve seen and it is a fun fall treat bag project – so if you are only into cards, might I suggest signing up NOW so you can get the savings and then you can just skip September (sign up and then go back to your account page and say “skip this month”) and be ready for the fun in November and December.  If you love little 3D projects and fun treat ideas, then you don’t want to miss out on September. 

    Get the deal and sign up here

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  • 2015 Holiday Catalog Sneak Peek Preorder Video

    2015 Holiday Catalog Sneak Peek Preorder Video

    You know how we’ve talked before about how I’m crazy and I take craft supplies on vacation?  Well, I pulled an even crazier one this time!  As my family headed out for a short road trip up to the San Juan islands my Holiday Catalog Preorder had just arrived.  So, since I didn’t get a chance to open and play before I had to go, I just grabbed the entire box and took it with me!

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    On the way to the ferry, I decided to mount some of my stamps during the drive.  I was mostly done popping out the rubber to mount on my blocks when we had a milk accident in the back seat (someone… Caitlin… spilled her milk all down her front)  By the time I was done cleaning that up, we were at the ferry terminal and I was trying to clean out the car of trash including stamp rubber pieces, etc.  I was getting ready to toss the bag into the dumpster and with one last glance into the bag, I noticed one more flower stamp still in the rubber sheet!  WHEW!  So glad I saw that and was able to pop it out before throwing it away.

    So if you are mounting your stamps, make sure you check that you got them all before you throw away the rubber!

    2015 Holiday Catalog Preorder Unboxing Video!

    Alright, well you are probably here to actually see what is new and exciting!  I was so excited as I unpacked this box of goodies:

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    The video is a little echo-y since I pulled it together at night in one of the rooms of the vacation house… but there are lots of close ups!


    if you are viewing this from email, click here to view the video!

    Now that I have done the preorder goodies video, you better believe I’m going to be cutting into these papers and inking up these stamps.  Hopefully even today!  I’ll be back sharing more soon.  And make sure you are subscribed to my You Tube channel so you can catch all the future videos as I get them posted.

    In the meantime, I’m going to relax for one more day.  Smile

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    Have a great day!

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  • So Many Holiday Catalog Sneak Peeks–Can You Pick A Favorite?

    holiday catalog 2015 copyOk, here is the scoop.  I know a bunch of you out there are totally curious about the Holiday catalog coming out… and let me tell you, it is a good one this year, just ask my credit card company Winking smile.  But while I wait for my preorder to arrive, I thought I would do one more post because I realized I took a lot of pictures of the new holiday products on the Convention Display boards but never actually posted most of them! So enjoy and imagine getting all your holiday crafting done BEFORE the craziness of the holidays has hit.  Wouldn’t that be awesome?!

    Now – if you see something you love, you have a couple options:

    1. Watch for your catalog to arrive in the next few weeks if you are one of my customers, and then get your wishlist started so you can shop Sept 1st when the catalog goes live
    2. Host your own preview party!  I’ll have many of the items in the catalog and you can host a craft night for you and your friends at the end of this month or early next (online or in person) and I’ll plan projects for you to do or share using the newest fun stuff.  PLUS you’ll earn free credit to pick out some of the items to get for free!  How sweet is that?
    3. BEST DEAL YET!  If you join my Fun n’ Crafty Stampers group anytime this month, you can get your favorites NOW!!  Pick out up to $125 in product from the Annual catalog OR ANYTHING in the Holiday Catalog to get for only $99, skip the shipping… and start playing next week.  Start shopping for your kit here.

    Ok, with that, check out all the fun goodies:

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    There are super cute kits coming, from shaker cards to a set of gift tags!  I’ll be running classes on these for sure… so keep an eye out for those popping up on the schedule.

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    Plus lots of fun Halloween items:

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    Can I just say that I NEEDED this owl?  I don’t do Halloween items much but I knew it would be cute for treats, scrapbook pages, and even cards if I chose.  So, guess what was one of the first things on my preorder list?  Yup!  This guy!  Can’t wait for him to arrive. Smile

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    And of course lots for fall:

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    And TONS of good stuff for Christmas and Winter time:

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    If you are someone who loves Project Life, there are some great new kits including the Hello December kit that is perfect for documenting your life and traditions through the month of December.  I made one last year and it was my favorite album yet and so I know I’ll be making another for this year!

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    And some items that are good for all seasons or even just tools for throughout the year:

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    You may not be able to tell, but that birch tree background is an embossing folder!!

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    There is a new punch that punches 2 different corners plus the straight slot!

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    And a pillow box thinlit too!

    Plus almost all of these dies are available as part of a bundle where you can save 15% off the price of the die and coordinating stamp set.  Total score, right?!

    And YES!  If you decide to pick up the starter kit, you can totally take advantage of those bundles and discount pricing so you can save even more!  Plus, once you’ve signed up by purchasing your starter kit, you’ll actually get 20% off all your future orders from the Holiday catalog too.  You know, just an FYI. Smile

    So what is your favorite?  See anything you can’t wait to make room for at home?

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  • Easter Punchart Throwback Card and a FREE SHIPPING announcement!

    I had remembered that I had a card that I LOVED that was a punch art bunny, and so I decided today to go digging it out to remind myself what it was.

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    Isn’t that bunny super cute??

    Well, since he uses some retired punches (like the small oval and the itty bitty punch pack) I thought I’d share how you could make this guy with punches that are still available.  He comes out a little bit larger, but still oh so cute.

    For a size comparison, here is how your new bunny is going to turn out:

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    I know, I’ll have to turn him into a completed card later, but I wanted to show you quick how to pull this bunny together!

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    What you will need is the following:

    Punch out 3 of the ovals, two for the ears and one for the “feet”.
    Punch out one each of the circles for the head and body
    Punch out the smallest flower from the Boho Blossom punch for the tail

    You may notice in the bunny card at the top of the page, I sponged the edges of all the pieces to help them stand out a little better.  I like sponging with Sahara Sand for a subtle color that don’t look too dirty on the bunny.

    Layer together starting at the top of the bunny and finishing by tucking the last oval punch underneath the bottom of the bunny.  Easy and done!

    how to make a punch art bunny instructions

    It’s Coming!!  Free Shipping & my Spring Adhesive Sale!

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    Starting on Monday, Stampin’ Up will be giving ALL orders (except expedited orders) free shipping no matter the minimum amount!  So, make sure you get those wishlists ready!

    Plus on top of that, I’ll be running my Spring Adhesive Sale! Stock up on your favorite adhesives at big discounts!

    Make sure you are on my mailing list to get all the details first!  Sign up here

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  • Curvy Keepsake Easter Bunny Tutorial for the Fun n’ Crafty Blog Hop!

    Yay!  It’s time for another Blog Hop with the Fun n’ Crafty stampers, my lovely and talented downline that I’m blessed to have connected with and become friends with over the last few years!  (I told you SU is pretty awesome, right?)  Well, today we are doing our monthly blog hop a little bit early because we wanted to share with you some Easter ideas while you still had time to make them!  And while I had plans to make another card to show you, I got knocked out with a stomach bug over the last few days, so it was all I could do to get this little video tutorial filmed.  So I hope you like it!

    So here is my little bunny box for you.  I think I’m going to fill mine with jelly beans and put them in my kids Easter baskets this year – because that is what is so awesome about this, it is a treat box AND a cute decoration in one!

    I’ve also been making this in my card classes this month as a bonus project (I have one left coming up this Saturday if you are in the Seattle area Winking smile) and everyone have been having lots of fun with them and so I can vouch that ANYONE can make them.

    Tips for making this project:

    • When putting together your box and adhering your ears, make sure you are using VERY STRONG adhesive such as the Fast Fuse or Sticky Strip.  I wouldn’t trust snail or liquid glue to hold up over time.  In fact, my first couple boxes I made last year I used snail and they started popping apart a few weeks later.
    • I built my box first and then adhered all the punched elements – mostly with liquid glue.  I saved my inking with pen for last so I could see how it all had come together.
    • Here is a list of the punches used (see the supply list at the bottom of the page for pictures of each of these punches if you are more visual like me!)
      –  Extra Large Oval
      –  Large Oval
      –  Modern Label
      –  Owl Builder
      –  1/2” circle
      –  Mini treat back die
    • If you need any of these supplies, now is a great time to get them thanks to Sale-a-Bration!  For every $50 you spend, you’ll get to pick out something free… in fact, you can even pick out a refill for your Fast Fuse as a free item if you want!Check it out:  Original Sale-a-Braiton Items  |  March additions  |  Annual Catalog Choices

    I also put together a Video Tutorial for How to Make the Bunny– now the first few minutes are tips and tricks for the curvy keepsake box and then I start step by step walking through going from punches to bunny!

    (note – if you are reading this from email, you won’t see the video so click the link above)

    I’ll be back later with more fun Easter ideas but in the meantime, don’t wait!  Check out the great projects shared by these lovely ladies and don’t forget to give them some love along the way!
    **Blog hop starts at 7am PST on 3/25**

    Fun & Crafty Blog Hop

    Tobe B. of The Craft Sea

    Sarah G. of 1200 Some Miles

    Jennifer B. of Northwest Stamper <—YOU ARE HERE

    Pam W. of Stinky Tofu


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  • Some Love and a Blog Hop

    I’m so excited!  The Fun n’ Crafty monthly blog hop is back and with new chic graphics too!  I am very lucky to have the talented Stacey Lane in our group who graciously offered to take over running this hop.  She has super ideas for the next 5 months of hop themes and we have more folks getting excited to participate, so you won’t want to miss it each month!  And if you ever want to join us and be a stop on our hop, all you have to do is hook yourself up with a Starter Kit from myself or one of the awesome folks from across the US in our group and get a great deal on your supplies and then tell us you want to be a stop on the hop and you are in!

    This month, our theme is LOVE and I have a couple ideas to share with you then make sure to check the list at the bottom of the blog to see even more great ideas!

    I had extra scraps and a half idea after putting together my Stacked with Love class and so I started playing around and just having fun and this sparkly card came out!

    Project Tips:

    • The Stacked with Love designer paper stack gives you a ton of patterns all in the same black/white/red color scheme, so it is fool proof to pick and choose a couple patterns to use on your card and know they will complement each other.
    • Add a softer touch of burlap by cutting off the seamed edges of the ribbon and then pulling threads to get a soft fringe look.

    • Use the Red Glimmer Paper to cut out a sparkly butterfly (the Butterfly Thinlit die set)!  Not only does it look pretty, but the paper is really stiff and sturdy, so it is really easy to work with in this intricate die.  No wax paper required! Smile
    • And speaking of the pieces from the intricate die, you don’t have to throw them all away!  Grab a couple and layer them together to create a cute little heart that is a perfect tiny accent for your sentiment.

    Fun right?

    Then the next card, I had to share.  I know, I know… you’ve seen my other versions of this card, but I got the idea to do it for a class and so for my technique class on using designer paper, I pulled this together and I think it is my favorite version yet!

    Project Tips:

    • You’ve heard most of the tips before with my prior cards, but like usual, pick out your 5-6 patterns of designer paper and lay them out BEFORE you start gluing down.  This makes sure you like the effect you get with the smaller pieces of the patterns.
    • Glue your strips onto a scrap piece of cardstock, so you can then use it however you like as one big piece instead of having to continue to futz with the little pieces.
    • Adhere your complementary cardstock piece first and then add your strip of custom designer paper near the TOP edge of the cardstock.  If you have it to close to the bottom of the cardstock strip, when you add your sentiment it will overlap too much of the patterned paper and you stop being able to see them.

    • And when you are doing white/black/red as your color combination, GOLD is always a great choice!  Add some gold baker’s twine and then use our mini stapler to staple some gold sequin trim to the top of the card.  Bam, you got bling!

    Love it! 

    I hope you enjoyed my ideas.  These lovely ladies have also put together projects to inspire you.  So make sure to check them out and if you wouldn’t mind, leave them a comment along the way.  I love these ladies and hopefully you will enjoy all the ideas they have put together for you. Smile 

    Fun & Crafty Blog Hop

    Happy Hopping!

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  • Twitterpated Valentine’s Card from the Upcoming Stacked with Love Class by Mail

    Anyone ready for some Valentine’s?  I had so much fun working with the new You Plus Me stamp set and Stacked with Love paper stack (LOVE that you can get them in a BUNDLE!) that I just had to put together a class showing a number of fun different options you can do using just a few supplies.  Right now I’m up to 8 cards, so that is the offical count for the class… but I have a few more in the works and I’ll make sure to add them as bonus ideas to the instruction set as I finish them. Smile  In the meantime, I wanted to share today one of the cards I really liked from the set:

    I like how clean and simple it is and still isn’t a boring card.  Would you agree?

    Tips for making this card:

    • Mix and match the patterns from the Stacked with Love designer paper stack to create interesting patterns on your card.  This card uses 3 papers:  the Coral linen paper under the sentiment, the red stripes, and the XOXO piece – all from the same pack of paper.
    • Use your stamps to add extra touches like the hearts and arrows, which come from the You Plus Me stamp set.
    • Keep things from looking too boxy by tearing the left edge of your sentiment.  It is a subtle touch but keeps everything from being too squared off!

    Here is a quick peek at the 8 cards I’ve already finished using this same stamp set and paper pack:

    The class includes the following supplies:

    • Stacked with Love designer paper pack
      all required pieces for the 8 class cards will be precut for you plus you get to keep everything not used in those cards
    • 20 white notecards and envelopes
    • Itty Bitty Accents Epoxy Stickers pack
    • All precut cardstock needed for the 8 class cards
    • All additional ribbons and accessories needed for the 8 class cards
    • Photos of all the cards plus instructions for each card
    • (optional) You Plus Me stamp set – save $3 from the catalog price when you add it with your class registration!

    Kit by Mail Option:  Instructions, all supplies, plus extras – all for only $25 plus shipping if required!
    SAVE & add on the stamp set we use for all the cards for only $16 clear or $23 woodmount.  That is $3 less than the catalog price!


    Class Options



    Instructions Only Option:  Already have the supplies and just want the instructions?
    I will have them to send out next week and you can order yours for only $3.95.



    If you are in the Seattle area, join me for this class in person on 1/17 at 7pm in Redmond,WA  (register here)

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  • Seasonally Scattered Valentine’s Box & NEW Product Shares!

    You’ve probably seen my projects and others using Seasonally Scattered and many of them were focused on the Thanks and Merry sentiments.  You know, because they fit so well for fall and for winter.  But before the stamp set disappears in a couple days (last day to snag it is Jan 5th!) I wanted to share this project I created for the Convention Display boards this summer.

    You may have seen this project on my blog from a long while back:

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    And with that card I did heat embossing and sponging, but I had an idea to do something similar but wanted to really make the “LOVE” sentiment POP!  So I started working and I kept grabbing for things I hadn’t used in a while and this box came out:

    See?!  Now do you see why I can’t believe this set is not continuing on for Valentine’s Day?

    Anyway, I had lots of fun making this box and you could totally use bits and pieces from the box to make a card or make your own special box for someone you love.

    Tips for making this project:

    • Use the kraft gift boxes for your base.  They are very inexpensive easy to pop together, and very sturdy for your box.
    • Start by heat embossing your LOVE image onto a piece of Watercolor Paper using versamark and black embossing powder.
    • Use the Aqua Painter and your Real Red ink pad to color in the paper EXCEPT for the “LOVE” sentiment.
      NOTE – when picking up color with your Aqua Painter, make sure to pick up the color from your ink pad LID and not the surface of the pad itself to avoid diluting your ink pad in one spot.
    • Cut out the sentiment using the Oval framelits and then cut out a bigger Oval from the white crepe filter paper.  Fringe the edge of the larger oval and layer behind.
    • Stamp around the edges and heat emboss another piece of watercolor paper for your top using just the scatter design portion of the LOVE stamp.  This gives you the coordinating look on top.
    • Add a spiral flower using the Spiral Flower die (use glue dots or liquid glue to hold your flower together) and add some watercolored scraps of the filter paper to the middle of the flower for filler.

    • Did you know? You can color the Vintage Faceted buttons with your Blendabilities to make them custom fit your projects?  That is what I did here with my Cherry Cobbler blendabilities!

    And there you have it, a great little box for that special someone for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year.

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    Try it all out first with my Product Samplers!

    The details are up!  In 2 days (or as I get the shares filled), I’ll be placing the order for everyone’s samplers of the newest papers and accessories from the spring Occasions catalog!  This is a great way to try it all out without breaking the bank paying for full packs of everything.  Then once you see it in person, you can decide which items you love and which you are good with just a couple pieces. Smile  It’s a win-win!

    2015 Occasions Catalog Full Product Share

    BONUS – this year I’m offering a bonus to everyone who signs up for the “I Want it All” sampler and you get a bonus sampler of the coordinating Sale-a-Bration Paper, Ribbon, and Buttons!  That’s a whole lot of goodies for only $26 (plus shipping if needed).

    2015 Occasions Catalog Product Share Bonuses

    Check out my Product Shares page for more details

    Email me at jennifer@nwstamper.com to reserve your spot today!

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  • Rediscovered: Season of Style Quick Cards!

    Someone reminded me of this class I did a while back and that the Season of Style cards and Cherry Cobbler ribbon are both on the Year-End Blowout Sale for cheap!  So I thought I would offer to anyone who purchases the Season of Style cards from my online store, I’ll send you the tutorial for FREE for this set of 20 unique cards!

    Season of Style Designer Tags Card Set
    20 Cards Quick!
    Free instructions when you get these items from the clearance rack or $3.95 for just the instructions

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    or just get the photos and basic instructions for all 20 cards emailed to you for only $3.95:




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  • Last Holiday Projects with the White Christmas Stamp Set & SNEAK PEEK!

    I’m finally finishing up sharing my holiday projects and in a way I’m sad about it.  I LOVED the White Christmas stamp set from Stampin’ Up but only started using it really in the last few weeks.  Turns out I was right to love it because it always seems to turn out so cute!  Even on something as simple as a gift tag, like this:

    Quick, easy, and festive for that special gift.

    Tips for making this tag:

    • This is one of the very few times I will tell you to punch your circle BEFORE stamping  The spacing is very particular and so it is so much easier if you punch first because you can see what you are doing thanks to the stamp set being a photopolymer (completely clear) set.
    • Stamp your banner sentiment in black ink FIRST and then add your snowman in the space that fits under the banner.
    • Use your Stampin’ Write markers to color the “banner thread” and to color in your snowman and add snow (I used Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, and Soft Sky)
    • Use the 1-3/4” circle punch for the circle and then the 2-3/8” scallop circle for the accent.  Add to a tag made from a 2” strip punched on top with the scallop tag topper to make your tag.
    • Add a All is Calm snowflake embellishment (on sale through Jan 5th after which it is discontinued) for a great touch of metallic shine.
    • Top it off with the Woven Satin ribbon from the 2014 Holiday Catalog – such a soft and pretty ribbon!  Also only available until Jan 5th.

    Sneak Peek!

    I also had to share a quick project I made using the new Treat Bag framelit coming out in the 2015 Occasions Catalog – Stampin’ Up’s spring catalog.  It is so easy to make and was perfect for me to use to send some movie ticket gift cards to my family this year.

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    I made it out of the Nordic Noel designer paper from the 2014 Holiday Catalog and stamped the deer and sentiment from the White Christmas stamp set.  Wrap with some Gold Satin ribbon and add Gold sequins and the Nordic Designer buttons to break up the paper pattern and add just a touch of decoration.  I can’t wait to play more with this die!  It also comes with lots and lots of extra accent dies. I show them all on my Occasions Catalog sneak peek video here – http://youtu.be/qZ8UNeXhJrc?t=6m10s

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  • Christmas Fun with a Punch Art Snowman Gift Card Holder

    Well, another Christmas is past and it was a good one this year for our family.  We had a great day relaxing at home on Christmas and then a noisy day on the 26th with family and cousins. Smile  But isn’t that the best kind of day, at least for kids?

    I had two more Christmas projects I wanted to share and today is a gift card holder I made for a friend.  It started out with a fun punch art snowman gift tag that I converted to a belly band for the holder.

    Punches used for the snowman:

    • 1-3/4” Circle Punch
    • Wide Oval Punch
    • Banner Punch
    • Starburst Framelit (for the background)

    It is really easy to put him together too!  The hat is 2 wide ovals punched out in black (you just trim down one to make the top hat part), his head is the 1-3/4’ circle punch in white, then the body is a wide oval punch in white.  Glue those pieces to a strip of patterned paper for the scarf so he looks about how you like (I used the Trim the Tree designer paper stack – also on discount right now).  Punch out a second piece of designer paper using the banner punch and glue at an angle to create the other tail of the scarf.  His nose is just a freehand cut scrap of Pumpkin Pie cardstock and then I drew on his eyes, mouth, and buttons with a black marker. 

    Add accents like the All is Calm snowflake embellishment (another discount item) to cover up where you adhered the banner punch and a little pearl in the middle for flair.  I also used the Chalk Pen to make dashes around my Starburst framelit die cut for the background and to make the white trim on his hat.

    Pretty cute, huh?

    He was made onto a belly band as the gift card hold was a trifold card.  On the front and inner flap, I decorated with the Trim the Tree designer paper.

    Then you flip it open to reveal a space for your message and the gift card.  I actually added a second pocket to the top flap so they could have 2 gift cards inside.  And the pocket had a little space cut out for easier grabbing using the small oval punch.

    It was easy and fun to make and I hope my friend liked it!

    I also know that those instructions for the snowman may have been a bit tough to follow, so I’ll try to put together a video to help show what I was talking about. Smile 

    And like I mentioned, both the Trim the Tree paper and the All is Calm snowflake embellishments are part of the Year End Blowout Sale!  They are only available for about another week, so grab then now so you can get started on your Holiday scrapbook pages or projects for next year!

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