Stampin Friends August 2023 Blog Hop - All About the Paper

Welcome to the Stampin Friends Blog Hop!

It is mid-August which means Christmas is ONLY four months away, just thought you needed a heads up, lol.  Although I did not make any Holiday projects for this hop, you can easily substitute Holiday paper for the projects.  

Our August blog hop is “All About the Paper”.  With so many paper designs Stampin’ Up! releases it is very difficult to not become a paper hoarder!  Raise your hand if you have stacks and stacks of patterned paper still wrapped tightly in their packaging!  Yup, guilty here as well.  It is just so pretty that I don’t want to “waste” it!  You’ll notice I used similar paper in a previous Blog Hop, that is because I have made it a rule to use what I do have and haven’t purchased to many ‘NEW” papers with this new catalog.  This was also a great way to show how versatile our papers are

If you are following along the hop, you have arrived from Steph’s Blog. Be sure to read through my Blog, comment below and continue to Jo’s Blog. If you get lost along the way, no worries, you can find a list of Blog Hoppers at the end of each Blog. ENJOY! 

MATERIALS NEEDEDStamp Sets: Crafting with You
Paper:
CARD: Petal Pink (5 ½” x 8 ¼”), scored at 4 ¼”)(card base)
CARD: Les Shoppes Designer Series Paper (DSP) - (3: 1 ¾” x 1 ¾”); (2: 1 ½” x 1 ½”)
CARD: All Together DSP (retired) (1: 1 ½” x 1 ½”)
ORIGAMI: (7 ½” x 7 ½”)
CARD: Basic White (3 ¾” x 5”); (Scraps for stamping)
CARD: Basic Black (4” x 5 ¼”);
Ink:
Momento Black and Basic Gray
Tools/Accessories: Crafting with you Dies; Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder

INSTRUCTIONS

1.   Today’s card I started with a base of petal pink cardstock, layered with a 4” x 5 ¼ ” piece of basic black cardstock.

2.   The next layer is a piece of 3 ¾” x 5” piece of basic white cardstock.  I stamped the sentimate randomly in momento black ink and then embossed it with Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder.

3.   I cut three, 1 ¾” squares out of Les Shoppes DSP paper and three more 1 ½” squares out of a different pattern.  I adhered them on top of each other and placed them on the card with dimensionals.

4.   To finish off the card, I stamp the image of the Stampin’ Cut & Embossing Machine along with the artist tools on basic white cardstock.  I used colored pencil to color them in with.  These were die cut out and adhered to the card front.

                  

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 For my 3D project I made an origami “box” to hold a succulent plant.  All you need for this a piece of 7 ½” x 7 ½” piece of DSP. We learned how to make these at my May Day Craft Celebration.  After I made the box, I placed a small dessert plate that I found at the Dollar Tree in the center.  This way you can water your succulent without ruining your holder. You can find a very helpful video here https://youtu.be/QOBgDGevpos, however below are screen shots from the video that shows how to fold your paper.

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PS: In case you didn't notice, check out the shrinky dink I made to accessories my succulent.

 So there you have it, my All About Paper projects!  I hope you enjoyed this month’s blog post and maybe you found a new papercraft to pursue!!  Comments of any kind (well hopefully nice ones, lol) are greatly appreciated.  When you are done be sure to hop on over to the next blogger, Jo on the list!

See you next month!

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Stampin Friends June 2023 Blog Hop - Lots of Layers

Welcome to the Stampin Friends Blog Hop!

 

I spoke to soon last month…where is the warmth?? Here in New England our weekends have been gloomy and rainy, yuck!  It is almost July and I believe we hit 80 degrees just a hand full of times.  For someone who is ALWAYS cold this is NOT GOOD.  But if there is to be a brite side, it gives me more time to create, lol!

This month our card feature is all about layers…hey, I know about layers all too well, clothing and paper. Let’s get to my card now, shall we.  My idea came from a card sketch that Steph supplied us with during COVID.  I did use most of the sketches but found some I still need to try out.

If you are following along the hop, you have arrived from Steph’s blog. Be sure to read through my blog, comment below and continue to Maureen’s blog. If you get lost along the way, no worries, you can find a list of Blog Hoppers at the end of each Blog. ENJOY!

  

MATERIALS NEEDED

Stamp Set: Let’s Go Shopping

Paper:  

• Basic White CS (5 ½” x 8 ¼”, scored at 4 ¼”; scraps) (card base)
• Les Shoppes Designer Series Paper (DSP) (4” x 5 ¼”)
• Les Shoppes DSP (1 ¾” x 5 ¼”)
• Daffodil Delight CS 2- (3” x 2 ½”)
• Les Shoppes DSP 2- (2 ¾” x 2 ¼”)

Ink:  Momento Black, Pecan Pie

 

Tools/Accessories:   Let’s Go Shopping Dies; Adhesive-Backed Solid Gems

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Did someone say layers?? I am pretty sure I succeeded with the requirements…
2. My card base is a 8 ½” x 5 ½” basic white CS, scored and folded down to a 4 ¼” x 5 ½”.
3. My first layer is a piece of Les Shoppes DSP (everything used   is from the Les Shoppes Suite Collection).  This is adhered with snail.
4. The second layer is the “banner” piece that measures 1 ¾” x 5 ¼’ cut from a piece of Les Shoppes DSP paper.  I adhered this to the left-hand side of the card base, leaving about a half inch to the left of the card.
5. The third layer consists of another piece of DSP adhered to a piece of daffodil delight.  (the sketch works with squares but I made mine into rectangle due to the stamp set used).  I also added the small sign frame to this piece with the words Happy Birthday on it. 
6. The fourth layer is similar to the previous one, but with this one I stamped the store front image and also added the food in the window.  This was colored using the Stampin’ Blends markers.  To give it added dimension I adhered the store front to the DSP with dimensionals.
7.  Lastly, I used the Adhesive-backed solid gems to embellish the front.

 

I hope you enjoyed this month’s blog post and found a fun way to use up some of your DSP!!  Comments of any kind (well hopefully nice ones, lol) are greatly appreciated.  When you are done be sure to hop on over to the next blogger, Maureen on the list!

See you next month!

 

Stampin Friends March 2023 Blog Hop - Monochromatic March

Welcome to the Stampin Friends Blog Hop!

It’s March Madness and we are going mad over monochromatic card designs!

March’s theme is monochromatic, and I know I say this every year, but boy do I have a hard time with it.  However, this year I think I nailed it.  My color of choice is an In Color that will be discontinued in a few short months, so be sure to stock up on your favorites.

If you are following along the hop, you have arrived from Steph’s blog. Be sure to read through my blog, comment below and continue to Barb’s blog.

If you get lost along the way, no worries, you can find a list of Blog Hoppers at the end of each Blog. ENJOY!

 

Have you all seen this new technique? Some people call it Floating Element Technique while others call it Floating Stripe Technique.  No matter what you call it, it is so much fun to do and believe it or not VERY EASY!

 

 

 

 

 

MATERIALS NEEDED

Stamp Set: Silly Goose

Paper: Basic White CS (5 ½” x 8 ¼”, scored at 4 ¼”; 2 ¼” x 5”; scraps)

Fresh Freesia CS (5 ¼” x 4”; 2- ¾” x 4”)

Window Sheet 4” x 4”

Dandy Designs DSP (2 – ¾” x 4”; 1- 2” x 4 ¾”)

Ink: Fresh Freesia; Momento Black

Tools/Accessories: Circle Dies, 1 3/8” Circle Punch; Basic Pearls; Loose Flower Flourishes  

1. First, fold in half the card base and adhere the 5 ¼” x 4” fresh freesia cs to the front.
2. Adhere the 2” x 4 ¾” DSP onto the 2 ¼” x 5” basic white cs.  Adhere this to the card front with dimensionals towards the left-hand side.  Be sure there is equal spacing on the top, bottom and left-hand side.
3. Adhere the strips of card stock and dsp onto the window sheet.  Leave equal distance between each strip.
4. Die cut a circle out of the window sheet lined with the strips of card stock and dsp (On my card, the circle is 3 ¼”).  Adhere this to the card front with dimensionals.  Half the circle covers the strip while the other half adheres to fresh freesia cs.  Because one layer is higher than the other, I applied two layers of dimensionals to the side going on the fresh freesia cs.
5. Next, I stamped the sentiment on basic white cs with momento black ink and punched it out with a 1 3/8” circle punch.  This gets adhered to the window frame circle.
6. Lastly, I embellished the basic white circle with some basic pearls and loose flower flourishes.
7. I also stamped the inside of the card with the first bumping geese.  I thought this was a nice touch to lift the spirit of the recipient of the card.
   
    

   
   

   
   
   

I really enjoyed putting this card together and can’t wait to showcase this in my next card class! It looks difficult but trust me, it was easy peasy!  I hope you enjoyed this month’s blog post!!  Comments of any kind (well hopefully nice ones, lol) are greatly appreciated.  When you are done be sure to hop on over to the next blogger, Barb on the list!

 See you next month!

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Stampin Friends May 2022 Blog Hop - Celebrating Men!

 

Welcome to Stampin Friends Blog Hop! This month we are celebrating men which is just fitting because next month we celebrate Father's Day here in the states.

 If you are following along the hop, you have arrived from Steph’s blog. Be sure to read through my blog, comment below and continue to Melissa’s blog. If you get lost along the way, you can find a list of Blog Hoppers at the end of each Blog.

ENJOY! 

I know most of us have a hard to buying for the men in our lives, so we tend to give giftcards.  My project this month makes giftcard giving much more fun!

I am using the product suite "He's the Man" from Stampin' Up!  Once again they have out done their self.  The suite includes everything you need to make masculine cards and 3D projects.  Here are mine!

Greeting Card:

SUPPLIES: Early Espresso Card Stock; Crushed Curry Card Stock; He's the Man 12"x12" Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP); Rustic Metallic Adhesive Dots

INSTRUCTIONS: Like I said Stampin' Up! really out did themselves and this time they did it by having one of their printed DSP sheets already laser cut.  There are a ton of pieces that can be used to quickly put a greeting card or scrapbook page together.

• Card Base = 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" early espresso card stock
• First Layer = 4" x 5 1/4" crushed curry card stock
• Second Layer = 3 3/4" x 4 3/4" camper print DSP checked print visible; 2 pieces of 1 1/2" x 3 3/4" camper print DSP with camper print visible.
• Lastly I did die cut the crushed curry "banner" to add to the cluster in the center of my card.  The circle piece and arrow is one of the laser cut pieces that comes in the DSP.  And yes I blinged a masculine card with rustic metalic adhesive dots.

Smores Themed Gift Card Holder:

SUPPLIES: Soft Succulent Card Stock; He's the Man 12"x12" Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP); Cajun Crase Card Stock; Rustic Metallic Adhesive Dots, Twine

SIDE NOTE: Please ignore the "seasonal" marshmallow peeps (lol).  

 

I thought I would disguise a gift card for my 3D project.  I think getting a gift card in your greeting card or one of the provided envelopes is soooo boring!  So here is an alternative way which can be replicated for anyone in your life. It's a mini smores kit that includes the gift card in the reusable waterproof case!  Just an FYI, you can buy the water proof case at most out doors shops.

 

INSTRUCTIONS: 

• For the case I removed the insert and used it as a template which I traced onto a piece of DSP. The piece of DSP used is approximately 6" x 4".  I then scored in the same spots as the "template" so it would slide into the case as the original insert.

                    

• For part of the "smores" kit, yes I used a snowman peep for the marshmallow and scooby snacks for the graham crackers (these are my favorite)!  I placed them in a cello bag and tied the top with some twine.  I then used one of the pieces from the laser cut sheet in the "He's the Man" DSP to decorate the cello bag.  
  

           

• If you have the mini Hersey bars you could add them to this kit.  I only had the large bars on hand so I made a pouch to hold it. You could "hide" the giftcard in this pouch also. 
• To make the pouch I used a piece of 5 2/2" x 6" DSP.  It is scored at 1 5/8" on either side when holding the piece of DSP landscape.  Then scored at 1/2" on one side when holding the piece of DSP portrait. Then I trimmed as shown in the image.
• Then you just place adhesive on the tab and on the flap to close up the pouch.  You can punch a circle or die cut a shape at the top of the pouch to expose more of the chocolate bar.
• Once again I used some of the pieces from the laser cut sheet of DSP, I die cut the banner out of soft succulent card stock and stamped the "compas" image in early espresso on the cajun craze DSP.  I then added this to the pouch with some twine.
  

         

 I hope you enjoyed my Celebrating Men card and 3D project!  Don’t forget, comments of any kind (well hopefully nice ones, lol) are greatly appreciated. 

When you are done here be sure to hop on over to Melissa’s Blog.         See you next month!

Blog Hop Index

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EARLY ESPRESSO CARDSTOCK (119686 | $9.25)

EARLY ESPRESSO INK (147114 | $8.00)

CRUSHED CURRY CARDSTOCK (131199 | $9.25)

SOFT SUCCULENT CARDSTOCK (155776 | $9.25)

CAJUN CRAZE CARDSTOCK (119684 | $9.25)
HE'S ALL THAT BUNDLE (159079 | $45.00)

HE'S THE MAN SPECIALTY DSP (159068 | $15.00)

RUSTIC METALLIC ADHESIVE DOTS (159082 | $8.00)

Stampin' w/Tiziana January 2022 News & Events

 

Stampin' w/Tiziana January 2022 News

HAPPY, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
Wow another year gone…but that only means another wonderful year starts!  If you’re a resolutions type of person, start getting those lists together!!  The only resolution I have is to get more stampin’ done!  I feel like I never put enough time in stampin’ for myself…so I will try again this year.  And this year better be the year for it to happen!  I have many scrapbooks to get started…with a much older nephew and two much younger nephews, plus a god daughter there are plenty of pictures to be scrapped!

January's Hostess Code!!

Always looking for the hostess code?? Here’s a quicker way to be sure you are using the Hostesses code all the time when you want to place an order.  Just click this link and it will automatically have you shopping under me with January’s Hostess Code. https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=9G4RWJMZ.
 Be sure to use this code at check out if your order is less than $150.
This will put you in the Hostess Rewards Raffle at the end of the month!
Happy Shopping!

Last Chance For Real!

January 3rd is the last day to order from the July - December 2021 Mini Catalog!  Get those Holiday stamps and supplies you have been eying before it is too late!
 

January-June 2022 Mini Catalog!

By now, you should have received the new mini catalog to start the new year off with.  If you haven’t received it, please let me know and I will see where it is. If you are new to me and would like one, send me a request and I will get one in the mail to you asap.

Sunday, January 14th @ 6pm
Calendars and Cards - RSVP January 9th

Keep track of 2022 with some neat desk top calendars. We will be making four calendars (2 of 2 different designs) and two cards. 

This class is now a zoom class.  Look for an email with a zoom link a couple of days before the class.  You will also receive pdf instructions in case you can not make the zoom meeting.

Class Fee - $25

PLEASE NOTE: Please pay ahead to guarantee your spot. You are not registered for this class until I receive payment.

Following payment options accepted:
Paypal: stampintiz@gmail.com (friends and family please)
Venmo: @stampintiz
Check: (I can pm you the information)
Please bring your SNAIL or double sided tape.
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If you need a SNAIL for class please add $10 to class fee. This is yours to keep.
If you need a refill please add $5 to class fee. This is yours to keep.
If you come without one there will be a $3 fee to rent one.

January 10th - Last Call to sign up for Paper Pumpkin

January 10th is the last day to sign up for the Kisses & Hugs Kit!
We all know that roses are red and violets are blue—it’s time that love-themed cards got an upgrade! The Kisses & Hugs Paper Pumpkin Kit will help you express that forever kind of love with heart-shaped cards that would make Cupid jealous. 
The Kisses & Hugs kit is not bound to just Valentine’s Day, it works for all love occasions year-round like anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, or those “just because” days. Check out the teaser video below to get a taste of what’s included.

Details:

• Kit contains enough supplies to create 10 cards—5 each of 2 designs—and 10 coordinating envelopes
• Kit features an exclusive Two-Step photopolymer stamp set
• Kit includes a Gray Granite Classic Stampin’ Spot
• Card size: 4-1/2" x 4-1/4" (11.4 x 10.8 cm) heart-shaped cards; folded
• Coordinating colors: Blushing Bride, Flirty Flamingo, Gray Granite, Very Vanilla

Add-on Kit:
Name: Kisses & Hugs Mini Treat Boxes 
Item number: 160147 | $10.00
Details:

• Contains 20 mini treat boxes and 20 heart tags
• Gold cord: 10-1/2" yards (9.6 m)
• Finished size: 1-3/4" x 1-3/4" x 1-3/4" (4.4 x 4.4 x 4.4 cm)
• Printed with gold foil
• These coordinated treat boxes are not included in this month’s kit and are only available for purchase separately as an add-on online starting 25 January. You must be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase and they are only available while supplies last.

Sign up here!

   

Sunday, January 23rd @ 2pm

S.O.S. (stamp. out. stress.) Card Class - RSVP January 21st

In my S.O.S Card Class you will make 9 cards, three of three designs. Your class fee includes all materials to make your cards along with envelopes.
In this class, we will be using the stamp sets "Count on Me" and "Flowering Fields Suite" (this is from the new mini catalog)!
Class Fee: $25.00
PLEASE NOTE: Please pay ahead to guarantee your spot. You are not registered for this class until I receive payment.
Following payment options accepted:
Paypal: stampintiz@gmail.com (friends and family please)
Venmo: @stampintiz
Check: (I can pm you the information)
Please bring your SNAIL or double sided tape.
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If you need a SNAIL for class please add $10 to class fee. This is yours to keep.
If you need a refill please add $5 to class fee. This is yours to keep.
If you come without one there will be a $3 fee to rent one.

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Let me know what types of classes you are looking for!

This year I would love to expand my class offerings.  If you are looking for particular classes, please let me know.  Things I do have in mind are the following:
1 Christmas Cards every other month (great way to get them all done way before December)
2 Seasonal Sampler Class
3 Smash Books
4 Scrapbook Layouts

Another idea is to do more large group events.  What are your thoughts?  Would you love to do full day events or weekend events, or both?

Your suggestions are greatly appreciated!

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If you're not stampin', you should be!

Tiziana

Tiziana Milano - Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator - 401.413.9129 

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