Monday, September 30, 2019

Series: Monday Make It - Send It #11 (Going on an adventure of a lifetime).....

My video this week features the Silhouette Scenes set &
dies, and designer paper!!  (pgs. 132-134 Annual Catalog)

       I can't wait for my adventure of a lifetime in July
to Maui--compliments of StampinUP!!


THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR THEIR MORAL SUPPORT
AND SUPPORT OF MY SU BUSINESS THIS PAST YEAR!!

This dream trip was made a reality because of all of you and
to show my appreciation...... I
want to invite you to an Hawaiian Luau!!  (some details are mentioned on this 
YouTube video & location will be disclosed if you contact me.)
I hope you live in Central IL and are able to attend this fun party!!

If you have any questions on the card after watching the video,
please let me know.  Thanks a lot-  Lori Helvick


                                                 
                         

Saturday, September 28, 2019

FUN MAIL- PART #3 (Annual posts w/ the hand-stamped B-Day Cards I Recd)

 This is the "Floating Frame" technique made by Sue B.
I have not tried this yet, but have seen some beautiful cards made
with that concept (Sue's card being one of them)!!

Tina F. sent me this fun and whimsical card made with the Pandas.
Still love the cuteness of this stamp set!!


Butterfly birthday wishes came from Marty C.
She used the Rectangle Stitched Dies along with the
ever-popular butterfly paper from Sale-A-Bration!


June B. sent a late birthday card so apologized for that.
Most of my cards I sent out lately have been late too, so no worries at all  : )


This fun-fold card was made by Ida P.


I opened up this card a bit so you could see the fold.


Shown from a top view, so you can figure out the fold maybe.


Thank you, thank you, one and all for all the Birthday texts, FB posts, and 
cards I have recd this past week.  Of course, I have gotten
some Hallmark cards from folks as well, but since I'm in the "biz"
I will only be showing the hand stamped ones!!   : )

I appreciate you visiting.....Lori


Friday, September 27, 2019

FUN MAIL- PART #2 (Annual posts w/ the hand-stamped B-Day Cards I Recd)

 Card made by Alice P.
She used the Free As A Bird Stamp Set &
Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper.
What a great coloring job, right?

 The Autumn Birthday Card was made by Jenny T.
I like the torn edges for a fun rustic look!

 Lynn F. made this card from a Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Are you a subscriber?  If not, you have until Oct. 10th
to get signed up, and then you too will receive a fabulously 
fun box in the mail (will ship out Oct. 10th).

Tri-fold card was made by Nina P.
I like the color combo she used for fall.


Its SO fun to get hand stamped cards in the mail isn't it?
Every year I feature the birthday cards I receive, and still have
more for a couple days yet......stay tuned!!

Thank you for blogging by......

Lori Helvick


Wednesday, September 25, 2019

FUN MAIL- PART #1 (Annual posts w/ the hand-stamped B-Day Cards I Recd)

 Made by Kim B.
She used the Pressed Petals Washi Tape & the
Gold Faceted Gems.  (just a few of the StampinUP items featured)

 This fun fold card was made by Jan P.
Jan almost always sends me something different
and unique that she finds on-line.

 A pink and white card made by Connie B.
Oh my, there are 7 candles on this card.....
I hope that does not mean she thinks I'm 70!!  LOL

This card was made by Jo P.
On pg. 171 in the Annual Catalog, you will find
the Magnolia Lane Kraft Cards & Envelopes that she used.
For years and years, Jo & I always speculated (w/ the new catty reveal) if & when
"Lovely As A Tree" set would retire.  Well, as we all know that
stamp set DID retire & this is Jo's simple tribute to that wonderful set!!
She said "I'm blue it's gone"  LOL


Thank you everyone for the very creative and beautiful cards I recd
for my birthday the other day.  Who doesn't like FUN MAIL, right?
(even if it means I'm one year closer to reaching the BIG 6-0)
Next year on that folks......YIKES!!

Thanks for blogging by.....Lori

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Floral Essence Stamp Set & Perennial Essence Designer Paper by StampinUP

I cased this card from friend and fellow demo Debbie K.
Color Combo Includes:
Smoky Slate, White, Blackberry Bliss

StampinUP Products used:
--Natures Twine pack 
--Perennial Flower Punch
--Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper
--Vellum Card Stock
--Merry Christmas Dies
--Metallic Gold Pearls


I appreciate you blogging by today!!  Lori


Monday, September 23, 2019

Beautiful Designer Paper & Foil Sheets Do All the Work on This Card!!

This was a recent class project and super simple!!
I used the following StampinUP papers & NO STAMPS:
--Blueberry Bushel Card Stock
--Whisper White (inside)
--Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper
--Gold Foil Sheets
--Pressed Petals Specialty Designer Series Paper


Please contact me with any questions, or if you would like to
add any of the above mentioned papers to an order  : )

Thanks for your visit!!  Lori Helvick

Sunday, September 22, 2019

Country Home Stamp Set & Pictures from our Peoria "Petite Retreat".....







I have been so busy the last several days getting some things
together for our very first stampin' retreat in Peoria, IL.
The retreat was Friday night, and all day Sat. and now that its
over I can get back to blogging hopefully.

If we have another retreat in the Spring or maybe Fall again,would
you consider joining us?  Even though our numbers were small this year
for our first attempt, I think both guests and demos had a very fun time!!

Thanks for blogging by.  I did not write anything about the card project
above, so if you have questions just let me know.  Lori



Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Merry Moose Stamp Set & matching Moose Punch.....I love him!!


Does anybody remember the show "Northern Exposure" ?
It was not my favorite show by any means, but I did like it & watched it.
This adorable moose makes me think of that show   : )

Anyway, the color combo includes--
Early Espresso, White, Crushed Curry, Mossy Meadow

StampinUP Products used:
--Neutrals Pack of 6 x 6 Designer Paper
(the curry strip w/ dots is retired)
--Merry Moose Stamp Set
--Moose Punch

(The scarf and very tiny star are both images in the set that
I stamped and then fussy cut).


If you have any questions, please let me know.
I appreciate you blogging by.   Lori


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I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Monday, September 16, 2019

Series: Monday Make It - Send It #10 Paper Pumpkin & what NOT to do with your ink pads!

 

   These 2 very easy "tropical" cards from Paper Pumpkin
will be mailed out tomorrow!!


                                                                        






                         

Sunday, September 15, 2019

To A Wild Rose Stamp Set with Whitewashing Technique

This was a project for a technique class a few months back--
(can't find where I ever posted it on my blog but if so, I apologize).

Anyway, this process is fairly easy to do.....
1) I used Versamark to stamp the images & sentiment.
2) Then applied white powder & embossed w/ heat gun.
3) Next step is to use an aqua painter dipped in Craft White Pad.
(just keep painting white on flower & leaves until desired white color)
4) Let air dry or heat set to dry.
5) Next comes the red and green colors using the same painting
idea w/ aqua painter in the 2 ink pads.
6) This dries pretty quickly & then blot excess water off with paper towel.

Hope this makes sense, but if you have any questions just ask.
Thanks for blogging by.....Lori


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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Saturday, September 14, 2019

Good Morning Magnolia Stamp Set & Magnolia 3D Emboss Folder

I used a couple layers of Mint Macaron card stock to make this card.
The top layer has been embossed with the GORGEOUS 
Magnolia 3D Embossing Folder.  Do you like it?

Other StampinUP Products used include:
--Magnolia Lane Ribbon Combo Pack
--Natures Twine  (needed Mint Macaron color)
--Good Morning Magnolia Stamp Set
--Magnolia Memory Dies
--Stitched Labels Dies
--Stampin' Blends
(I'm sorry its been awhile since this class project, & I can't
remember where the "Happy Birthday" comes from)!!


I'm so glad you blogged by today....
If you have a comment or a question, please let me know.
Lori Helvick- Demonstrator since 1999 & I still love my job!!


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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Thursday, September 12, 2019

Inspiring Iris Stamp Set by StampinUP & Incentive Trip Announcement!!......

 This was a relatively easy class card last month.
It features the following StampinUP Products:
--White Bakers Twine
--Stitched Shapes Dies
--In Color 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper
--Inspiring Iris Stamp Set

YAY-- IT'S OFFICIAL.....
As of 4:00 today I placed an order that put
me over the top with flex points and thus earned
my goal to make the Maui Trip!!

I'm SO excited and can't believe it has finally happened  : )
Thanks to all of you who supported my business this past SU year
in a variety of ways!!  Words cannot express how truly grateful I am!!
  THANK YOU VERY MUCH......Lori

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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Monthly Blog Waddle w/ Stampin Stray Ducklings-- Theme: Fall/Hallween (A "Wicked" Fun Fold Featured Here)......


I SHARE MY PASSION FOR STAMPS, INK & PAPER WITH A SPECIAL FLOCK OF LADIES CALLED THE "STRAY DUCKLINGS".  WHENEVER WE'RE TOGETHER, FEATHERS FLY BECAUSE OF ALL THE FUN WE HAVE!!                                     




This project was made for a recent class of mine
called "Fancy Fun Folds".

Here are a few StampinUP Products used:
--Monster Bash Designer Paper
--Ornate Frames Dies
--Spooktacular Bash Stamp Set
--Wonderfully Wicked Stamp Set
--Wicked Dies
--Stitched Shapes Dies
--Silver/White Metallic Edge Ribbon

PLEASE CHECK OUT THE LINKS BELOW BY CLICKING
ON THE NAMES.  YOU WILL SEE SOME FABULOUS
PROJECTS MADE BY OTHER
STAMPIN STRAY DUCKLINGS!!  QUACK, QUACK!!

ALSO, I APOLOGIZE FOR THE SIDEWAYS VIDEO BELOW!!
JUST WHEN I THINK I GET THESE THINGS FIGURED OUT,
SOMETHING WEIRD HAPPENS!!  LORI


                  


                          

Monday, September 9, 2019

Video Series: Monday Make It - Send It #9 (w/ new holiday catalog set)

 
 This was a fun card layout I copied from an old catalog.
Color Combo:
Soft Suede, Terracotta Tile, Garden Green, Vanilla

Here are a few StampinUP Products used:
--Layered Leaves 3D Emboss Folder
--Stitched Shapes Dies
--Seasonal Layers Dies
--Sponge Daubers
--Black Memento Ink Pad
--Terracotta Tile Ribbon
--Burlap Ribbon
--To Every Season Stamp Set



  Both these cards will get mailed Tues. or Weds.
to a couple stamping friends.....

I love doing this "Monday Make It - Send It" video series!!
What do you folks think of this concept?
I appreciate you blogging by......Lori

  
                                                                       


                       

Sunday, September 8, 2019

To A Wild Rose Stamp Set and Wild Rose Dies by StampinUP!

Color Combo for my card today:
Flirty Flamingo, Black, White, Garden Green, Sahara Sand

StampinUP Products Used:
--Gallery Grunge Stamp Set
--To A Wild Rose Stamp Set
--Wild Rose Dies

This card was fairly simple to make, but if you have any questions
don't hesitate to let me know.  Thanks for the visit.....Lori


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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Friday, September 6, 2019

Beautiful Promenade Stamp Set & Tin Tile 3D Embossing Folder by StampinUP

For this class technique, I used a versamark pad & copper
embossing powder on black card stock.

Other StampinUP products used include:
--Classic Label Punch
--Beautiful Promenade Stamp Set
--Beautiful Layers Dies
--Tin Tile 3D Emboss Folder
--Copper Foil Sheets
--Vanilla Card Stock
--Memento Black Pad


I appreciate you blogging by.  If you have any
questions about this card or the products used, please ask.
Lori Helvick-- StampinUP Demonstrator


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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!


Wednesday, September 4, 2019

TODAY IS THE DAY-- THE HOLIDAY CATALOG GOES LIVE!!

The Wait Is Over! The GORGEOUS 2019 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog is HERE!

It's almost as good as Christmas - and it will definitely help you prepare for it! The gorgeous 2019 Holiday Catalog is now available to place orders from! Over 60 pages of beautifully coordinated products and endless inspiration!




 Contest entry from unknown demonstrator (notice #68)
This card features the products shown on pg. 53 in the Holiday Catty.
Have you started your Halloween projects yet or were you waiting for the new book?

 Another sample made from new holiday catalog product.
The Natures Beauty Stamp Set can be found on the very last page.
(For every set sold- StampinUP will donate $3 to mental health organizations).

This lovely winter scene was made with
the Snow Front Stamp Set (pg. 45)
 I can't wait to play with this set some more!!

Thanks very much for blogging by.
If you still are in need of a Holiday Catalog, please let me know.
Of course, I would be happy to help you with any holiday supplies you
might be needing in the next few months. 
I appreciate your support of my business in any way--Lori

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NEED STAMPS?  If you live in the United States,
I would be delighted to have you order from my on-line store.
Simply click on the "Shop Now" button above to get started & let me know
if you have any questions.
****If you place an on-line order between $50.00 & $149.00 during Sept. 2019,
you will receive your own choice of a ribbon or embellishment
from the Holiday Catalog (value to be $7.00 or less)****
 (If you are a local class attendee, you may have a FREE class instead of this).

To be eligible for the FREE gift,
Please use the following HOST CODE FOR SEPTEMBER--
EZ3C2HNN 

  Thank you for joining me!  Have a Happy Stampin’ Day!