Thursday, December 31, 2015

2016 Occasions Mini Catalog Sneak Peek of "Party Wishes" Stamp Set

The 3 balloons (along with string) are images from "Party Wishes"
I also used the new "Party Punch Pack" to punch out the balloon image after stamping.
Color Scheme:  Soft Sky, Island Indigo, Night of Navy and White


The tag on this card features the Happy Birthday verse from "Party Wishes"
I also used a marker to pick up the words "make a Wish" for this layout instead of a circle.
The ribbon comes from the new "Bakers Twine Combo Pack".
The buttons are just buttons :) ..... but I used a pencil eraser tip in ink to make the colored dots!!


IF YOU LIKE THESE 2 & WANT TO DO, BEFORE YOU BEGIN- PLEASE WON'T YOU "PIN"?

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! ........ LORI




Wednesday, December 30, 2015

NEW- Balloon Celebration by StampinUP-- Straight or Slanted Layout?

SO VERY SORRY I DID NOT POST FOR A COUPLE DAYS......
MY COMPUTER WAS UNAVAILABLE MON. & TUES. BECAUSE OF A POWER OUTAGE.

Anyway, I'm bringing you a couple of samples that are similar &
 I'm asking your opinion please-  do you like the "straight" or "slanted" card layout better?

Please post comment here, and let me know your vote- or you can email me at:
stampinfool2006@yahoo.com 

Also, if you suffered a power outage where you live recently, let me know the duration
(I'm just curious).  Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the cards today with a brand new set!






Sunday, December 27, 2015

New StampinUP Bundle- Botanical Gardens Suite- Coming January 5


Bundle these items & Save 15%.......
-Botanical Blooms Stamp Set
-Botanical Gardens Designer Series Paper
-Botanical Builder Framelits Dies

I used all 3 of these StampinUP Products on this card.  I hope you like it.
As always, please ask if you have any questions and I love your comments as well.

Thank you-  Lori



Saturday, December 26, 2015

New Stamps- Party w/ Cake & Honeycomb Happiness "Sneak Peek"

Some brand new StampinUP items I used on this card:
Party with Cake Stamp Set
Honeycomb Happiness Stamp Set
Honeycomb Embellishments
It's My Party Designer Series Paper Stack

Color Scheme:  Mint Macaron, Melon Mambo, White, Black and Crushed Curry

ENJOY!!.......Lori



Friday, December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas & New Set- Sky Is The Limit

As I write this post, Christmas 2015 is just about over!  I hope you had a great day with family and friends. Happy New Year next week too.  May 2016 bring you lots of fun times & good health.

Today I'm showing some final Christmas cards and a "Sneak Peek" at a Sale-A-Bration stamp set.  The last card below features "Sky Is The Limit" which is available for FREE with a $50 purchase of StampinUP merchandise.  This Sale-A-Bration set will be here for a Limited Time......January 5th thru Feb. 15th!  (ask me for details).

Thanks very much for stopping by.  Lori



I made this project @ a Card Buffet in Sterling IL.
Thanks Mary & Debbie for such a beautiful card idea!


Creator Unknown
Simple Christmas card idea from a Convention Display.


Creator- Yours truly
Used Gorgeous Grunge & Elegant Dots Emboss Folder
Ask me how you can earn this new stamp set for FREE!








Thursday, December 24, 2015

Joyful Season and Let It Snow!

I'm running out of time to post Christmas cards, but had to get these 2 projects in.  The StampinUP set called "Joyful Season" is found on page 29 in the Holiday Catalog.  I love that 2 step stampin' Cardinal- very realistic!!

The 2nd card (not sure who made it) features the "Hearth & Home Thinlits Dies".  I've been reciting that sentence the last couple of days......"Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow".  For those of us who really like a "White Christmas", it appears its not in the cards this year......BUMMER!

Enjoy the samples today, and have a very blessed Holiday Season 2015 (with or without snow).......Lori Helvick














Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Timeless Love & Timeless Elegance Paper

The beautiful Anniversary Card today was made by Debbie and/or Mary from Sterling IL.  If you turn to page 29 in the Annual StampinUP Catalog, you will see "Timeless Love".   This stamp set, along with the "Timeless Elegance Designer Series Paper", was used on this project.  LOVE THIS CARD!!  Thank you gals for sharing.

Next Project......I made this gift card holder using the stamp set "Your Presents" from the current Holiday Catalog.  By using a Big Shot die like "Lots of Labels Framelits" (in this instance), you can make your own window to host cash or a gift card.

If you have any questions about these projects today, please let me know.  Thanks for stopping-  Lori

















Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Delicate Ornament Thinlits w/ Silver Glimmer Paper

These 2 Christmas cards I received were made by a couple demo friends of mine.  Aren't the "Delicate Ornament Thinlits Dies" just beautiful when used with "Silver Glimmer Paper"?  GREAT JOB LADIES, and thanks very much for the fabulous cards!!  Lori


Made by Terese B.


Made by Debbie K.






Monday, December 21, 2015

New- Going Global & Returning- Snow Place

I have a "Sneak Peek" card to show you today.  The NEW stamp set called "Going Global" along with the "Going Places" Designer Series Paper Stack were both used on this first card.  (shown on page 39 in the Occasions Catalog.

What?? You don't have a copy of the brand new Occasions Catalog?  Please contact me here (if you don't have a StampinUP Demonstrator currently), or email me at:  stampinfool2006@yahoo.com
I would be happy to send you a copy of this catalog, wherever you live in the United States.

The 2nd card today features the RETURNING stamp set called "Snow Place".  If you turn to page 48 in the Occasions Catalog, you will see that both this very cute stamp set and "Snow Friends" Framelits can still be purchased as a "Returning Favorite" from the Holiday Catalog.

If you have comments about the cards, or questions about any of the StampinUP Products used today, please let me know.  Thank you very much.  Lori




All StampinUP products used
The Lost Lagoon Ribbon is Retired though.



The inside of this Christmas Card reads:
"For The Holidays"




Sunday, December 20, 2015

Birthday Blossoms Set & Designer Series Paper

The 2 card samples today both have pretty flowers and StampinUP Designer Series Paper.  On the first card, the "Birthday Blossoms" Stamp Set was used along with the In Color 2015-2017 Collection.  The 2nd card used the "Crazy about You" Stamp Set.

Since the snow is missing in Illinois right now, I'm hanging onto thoughts of flowers in between my Christmas Card posts.  In a couple days, I hope to have some projects made with brand new products from the OCCASIONS CATALOG..........stay tuned!

Thanks for stopping by-  Lori






                

Friday, December 18, 2015

"Snow Way! It's Christmas already" ?

If you own the "Snow Place" stamp set from StampinUP, you probably recognize that verse.  On the card sample today, I have "Snow Way" on the front and the "It's Christmas already"? words on the inside. It sure does not seem like it's Christmas already where I live though. I'm really wanting some of that white stuff to come soon!!  Anyone else out there wanting a White Christmas?  (post here or send an EM please & share your thoughts).

In the meantime, enjoy the Christmas card sample and thanks for stopping by.  Lori









Thursday, December 17, 2015

Happy Birthday with "Your Presents"

Here are a couple birthday cards I made using the StampinUP set called "Your Presents".  I hope you enjoy the projects and thanks for stopping by!  Lori








Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Snow Place by StampinUP

There's a super cute snowman (actually 2) in the stamp set called "Snow Place" (pg.33 in Holiday Mini).  My personal favorite is probably the penguin though.  I've seen some VERY clever cards made with that penguin!  :)

At any rate, please see below each picture for some of the StampinUP products used on each card.  If you have any questions, you know the drill.........Lori Helvick



On display at a StampinUP Event- creator unknown.
Ovals Framelits Collection, Decorative Dots Emboss Folder,
Wondrous Wreath Stamp Set, and 5/8" Organza Ribbon.


On display at a StampinUP Event- creator unknown.
Lots of Joy Stamp Set, Tree Punch, Silver Glimmer Paper,
Fringe Scissors, and Rhinestone Basic Jewels.


Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Wild about Flowers

I thought I would get some more flower cards posted on my blog while it's still relatively nice out (in IL at least).  I hope you enjoy these 3 samples that all feature "Wild about Flowers" shown on page 74 in the Annual Catalog.

Let me know if you have any questions and/or comments.  Thanks- Lori Helvick











Monday, December 14, 2015

Zoo Babies & Go Wild Paper Stack

The card sample today is a cute baby card yet just a little WILD!  lol   The zebra image from the stamp set "Zoo Babies" was used in the circle punch.  Strips of the "Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack" make a cute background layer for this card as well.

Enjoy........Lori








Sunday, December 13, 2015

Sequin Trim by StampinUP brings a little JOY!

Although I have one Christmas card and one Thank You card today, both use a common embellishment from StampinUP!  The "Sequin Trim" on page 158 in the Annual Catalog can be used as one long pc. or you can separate it for individual sequins in place of jewels or pearls. (both cards did exactly that)

I made the Christmas card with the "Joy" ornament myself, and my friend Karen F. made and sent the thank you card to me.  I love Karen's card layout, and how she made such great use of the Bermuda Bay color Sequin Trim.  Very nice, and thanks to Karen for her inspiration and the "fun mail" I recd.  :)

If you have any questions about the cards or the StampinUP products used, please contact me here or send an EM to:  stampinfool2006@yahoo.com

Thanks- Lori Helvick










Saturday, December 12, 2015

Dove of Peace

I don't own the "Dove of Peace" single stamp but I do think it's beautiful.  The Christmas card below was made by friend and fellow demonstrator Chris Thomas.  Thank you for your inspiration Chris!

Also, shown below is a very cute candy bar holder/slider.  This was a 3-D swap at the StampinUP Convention, & I have no idea who made this project.  (I just took pictures of another demonstrators items she received).

I do appreciate you blogging with me on a regular basis.......tell your friends please!!  Lori Helvick













 

Friday, December 11, 2015

Wild about Flowers

Please enjoy the cards below with one common StampinUP stamp set........"Wild about Flowers".  I like all the images and all the sentiments in this set!!  (its shown on page 74 in the Annual Catalog).

Let me know if you have any questions please.  Thanks for stopping by-  Lori











Thursday, December 10, 2015

YEAR-END SALE w/ StampinUP

Year End Sale is Here!


Check out the great deals that Stampin' Up is offering! HUGE YEAR-END SALE. 
Stampin' Up!'s amazing year-end sale starts TODAY!  They've loaded up the Clearance Rack
with lots of new goodies - including many items from the Holiday Catalog.  With some great
products marked up to 60% off, this sale is not to be missed!  Click on the banner above to see 
everything that's on sale.  Sort by "newest" to make sure you catch everything.

Winter Wonderland Specialty Designer Series Paper

My first Christmas card today features some beautiful paper shown on page 23 of the Holiday Mini Catalog. This "Winter Wonderland" paper has gold foil designs in the package like the one I used below.

Please check out my list of some other StampinUP Holiday Mini products used on the card samples today.

Card # 1:
*  Wonderland Stamp Set

Card # 2:
*  Woodland Textured Embossing Folder
*  Christmas Greetings Thinlits Dies
*  Red Foil Sheets


I appreciate you stopping by my blog today.  This holiday season, take some time for yourself and do something you enjoy.........go stamp something!!  (smile)  Lori









Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Holiday book- "Your Presents" for Birthdays!

I made a couple Birthday cards for you today that feature the stamp set "Your Presents" from the current StampinUP Holiday Catalog.

Card # 1:

Color Scheme- Tempting Turquoise, Rich Razzleberry, Pumpkin Pie, and Vanilla.
StampinUP items- 1 1/4 Circle Punch, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder, Fabulous Four Stamp Set


Card # 2:

Color Scheme-  White, Pacific Point, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight.
StampinUP items-  Brights Sequin Assortment, Perfect Pennants Stamp Set, 1/2 in. Circle Punch


Both these projects are pretty easy, but please ask if you have any questions at all.  Thank you-  Lori









Monday, December 7, 2015

Festival of Trees Makes Open Latch Card

Today's project has a fun latch to lock and unlock my Christmas Card! Very fun to play with :)

The "Festival of Trees" (pg. 71- Annual Catalog) was used to make this card.  Also, I used the "Merry Moments" Designer Series Paper on page 143.  This Christmas Card was one of the projects at my "Holly Jolly Stamp-a-Stack" I had in November.

The last card below was a project for a different class.  I used the "Flurry of Wishes" Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini.  Also, I used the beautiful ribbon from page 29 in the same StampinUP Holiday book.

If you have any questions about either Christmas Card I made, please ask.  Thank you-  Lori



















Sunday, December 6, 2015

Delicate Ornament Thinlits Dies

You may have seen a matchbook cover before, right?  But when it is StampinUP style, its super cute!! The below 3-D Matchbook Cover was made by Mary and/or Debbie from Sterling,  IL.

The gals gave all the Card Buffet attendees one of these cute little candy holders as a thank you for coming on Tuesday.  Thanks my friends for the gift, and for always making us feel SO welcome!  :)  LOVE YOU GALS!

A "Red Foil Sheet" was used along with the "Delicate Ornament Thinlits Dies".  Both StampinUP items come from the Holiday Catalog which ends on January 4th.  The "Season of Cheer" Designer Series Paper was also used for the 3-D project.

The last card I made with "Your Presents" (also in Holiday book).  Sticking with my ornament theme today, this card has 4 cute little bulbs on it!  Color Scheme:  Garden Green, Soft Sky, White,  Smoky Slate, and Silver Glimmer Paper.  Let me know if you have questions about what I did please.

Thanks much!  Lori















Saturday, December 5, 2015

Vintage Leaves

On page 88 in the Annual StampinUP Catalog you will find the "Vintage Leaves Bundle".  This means you can save 15% when you purchase the "Vintage Leaves" Stamp Set and the "Leaflets Framelits" at the same time!!  I highly recommend this combo if you don't already have it :)  I LOVE MINE!!

Below you will find a couple cards that feature the stamps and Big Shot dies that I just mentioned.  If you have any questions about how the cards were made, or the StampinUP products used, please don't hesitate to contact me here, or email:  stampinfool2006@yahoo.com

Thank you very much.  Lori Helvick- StampinUP Demonstrator since 1999