Category Archives: DIY

Designer Series Paper Share

Posted in Designer Series Paper, DIY, DSP, New Catalogue, Paper Share, Shop, Stampin' Up, Uncategorized by

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Hello, friends!

I hope all the mom’s out there had a great Mother’s Day this past weekend! My day was wonderful! We spent time at the zoo, I took a nap, and of course I got to spend time with my boys’. A perfect day!

Today I have something super exciting to share with you! I have decided to do my first-ever Designer Series Paper Share! I’m so excited!

Seriously, once you see the new catalogue on June 1st, you’re going to want it all, and this is the perfect way to get it!

I’ll purchase all Designer Series Paper, and you pay a fraction of the price to get a little bit of everything. I will package up all your items in labelled bags, so you know exactly what colours and items are in each bag.


Here’s how it works:

Crafters sign up for the share, with each group consisting of 6 people. Once the catalogue goes live on June 1 and the group is full, I will invoice you and then place the order. When the items arrive, I will sort them, divide them, cut them into 6×6″ pieces, and bag and label them. You can pick them up at my place in Hamilton, ON or for a $15 fee, I can mail the share out to you. I will mail them in a Priority Post box so that it gets to you a quickly as possible and I will be able to track the parcel.


What you get:

  • 120 pieces of Designer Series Paper, each piece is 6×6″

  • Packaged and labelled for you

  • Cost: $60 (all taxes included)


How do I sign up?:

You can sign up by emailing me directly at thestampingirl@outlook.com. Please use the Subject Line ‘Paper Share‘.

Please email me with any questions or use my Contact Page.

Designer Series Paper Includes: Tea Room Specialty DSP, Broadway Bound Specialty DSP, Share What You Love DSP, Graceful Glass Designer Vellum, Twinkle Twinkle DSP, Under the Mistletoe DSP, Nature’s Poem DSP, Petal Promenade DSP, Tranquil Textures DSP, Animal Expedition DSP, Garden Impressions DSP, Best Route DSP, Tropical Escape DSP, Wood Textures DSP.

Thanks for visiting today!

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New! Animal Outing Stamp Set Sneak Peek

Posted in Animal Outing, Annual Catalogue, Cards, DIY, New, New Catalogue, Stampin' Up by

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Hello friends!

Today I have the cutest card to show you featuring a BRAND NEW stamp set from Stampin’ Up! This cute Kangaroo and baby Koala are from the new Animal Outing Stamp Set that will be in the new 2018/2019 Annual Catalogue! The catalogue and set, along with some other amazing new products will be available on June 1st!

Do you know how soon that is?! It’s only one month away!

I am so excited about the new catalogue and can already tell you that you will absolutely love it. New stamps, suites, kits, and embellishments, oh my!

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You may even notice something else that is new on this card, and that is our new Pearlized Doilies. These are beautiful new doilies that have a pearl finish on one side, and white on the other. I think these are going to be so versatile and they really can be used for any project. They just add that little extra something, you know?

If you want to get a copy of the new catalogue, as well as a chance to use some brand new product, be sure to RSVP to my Catalogue Launch Party on Friday, June 8th. You can view full details on my Events page, or on Facebook!

Stayed tuned for more new product samples on my blog. I’m so excited to share them items with you!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Celebrate Card w/ Video, Plus Tips!

Posted in Annual Catalogue, Big Shot, DIY, Shop, Stampin' Up, Thinlit Dies, Tutorial, YouTube by

Hello friends and happy Sunday!

We’re in the middle of an April ice storm here in Hamilton…what the heck?! I am so ready for Spring! BUT, being stuck inside has it’s advantages as I was able to film and edit my latest video all in one day! Winning!

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Today’s card is so pretty, isn’t it? Not only does it have a little bling, but I made it using absolutely NO stamping! I do love to stamp, but sometimes you just gotta change it up, you know?

For this card the main items used are the Eclectic Layers Thinlit Dies and the Celebrate you Thinlits (coming out June 1st).  A full list of supplies used for this card is located at the end of this blog post.

You can watch the full video tutorial below.

Direct link to video.

I really hoped you enjoyed today’s tutorial! Here is a closer look at the card.

Celebrate You Card

I do appreciate you stopping by and shopping in my Canadian online store. Don’t forget to use the Hostess Code below to receive my rewards!

Thank you so much for visiting today! Happy non-stamping! 😉

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Colour Revamp Revealed

Posted in Annual Catalogue, Colour Revamp, DIY, New, New Catalogue, Retiring List, Shop, Stampin' Up, Uncategorized by

Colour Revamp

The spice of life is variety, and that’s especially true in the world of color. Stampin’ Up! makes a point to keep an eye on color trends across different markets and industries. When they see changes happening, they review their color spectrum to ensure that they remain consistently on top of the trends. This brings us to the 2018 Color Revamp! In order to keep bringing you the most current and on trend colours, they decided it was time to give their color collections a makeover.

You may have noticed from the Retiring Lists that many colours are going away. While I am sad to see some of my favourite colours go (goodbye my beloved Island Indigo), I am equally excited to see some returning favourites, as well as some brand new colours!

First, let’s take a look at the RETIRING COLOURS. They are below.

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Second, let’s new at NEW colours. Notice any returning favourites?!

New Colours

Next, let’s look at the FULL colour Reveal, including new Colour Collections.

Full Colour Reveal

Aren’t these colours delicious?! I am very excited about Merry Merlot, Mango Melody, Gorgeous Grape, and Balmy Blue! Oh, and did you see that Mint Macaron is coming back?! YES!

So, what do you think about these changes? I’d love to hear your feedback in the comment section of this blog post. I am absolutely excited about this and can just imagine all of the fun stamping we can have with these colours.

There is another change coming (I know, it’s a lot to take in), but the ink pads are also changing and I’ll post about those soon! And trust me, it is good!

When the catalogue goes live on June 1st, I’ll also have some colour guides available for my customers.

Be sure to sign up for my newsletter if you’re not already on my list!

Thanks for joining me today! Happy Stamping!

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Time to Say Goodbye

Posted in 2018 Occasions, Annual Catalogue, DIY, Retiring List, Shop, Stampin' Up, Uncategorized by

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Every year Stampin’ Up! comes out with a list of retiring products to make room for brand new items! While it is exciting, it’s always sad to say goodbye to some of our favourites! From now until May 31st is your chance to get these products (some only while supplies last) before they are gone forever!

Please take a look at the lists below to see what is retiring:

Due to high demand for retiring stamp sets, retiring stamp sets will be guaranteed available until May 25; all other products are not guaranteed and are only available while supplies last.

View all the retiring items in my Online Store HERE.

 

Retiring Stamp Sets
Retiring Bundles
Everything Else

Be sure to complete your wish list fast! Some times are only while supplies last and I’d hate for you to miss out!

Use HOST CODE C47YGANE when shopping so you can take advantage of my rewards!

If you have any questions at all, please contact me!

 

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Beautiful Brusho Card w/VIDEO and Tips

Posted in 2018 Occasions, Brusho, DIY, Perennial Birthday Stamp Set, Sale-A-Bration, Uncategorized by

Welcome friends! Today I am talking about Brusho and I have a video tutorial on how to create this stunning card using these Watercolour Crystals!

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You might have heard of the new Brusho Crystal Colour from Stampin’ Up! already, but just in case you haven’t, let me tell you about it! Brusho Crystal Colour is really a unique and highly pigmented watercolour powder and currently Stampin’ Up! offers  a set 5 different colours. These include Prussian Blue, Brilliant Red, Gamboge, Moss Green, and Yellow.

The powder can be applied to a variety of mediums including: watercolour, mixing with acrylics, simple sprinkling techniques and even wood staining! But for the purpose of this post, I did some good ole’ fashioned watercolour painting.

Before you get started, be sure to gather some of the additional watercolour painting supplies (as noted in the video below). You’ll also find a full supply list at the bottom of this post:

  • Two Mason Jars for water

  • A small bowl or other dish

  • Paper Towel

  • A Paint Brush

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Look how pretty this is! I love it SO much! This would make a perfect birthday or Mother’s Day card too!

But to get the most out of Brusho, I have some tips for you and really think you’ll find them useful. They are:

  • Brusho is a highly pigmented product, which means it’s really rich in colour and a little goes a long way!

  • I suggest you do not fully open the Brusho jar, but rather poke a couple of holes in the top with your Paper Piercing Tool (or other). This way you can ‘sprinkle’ on the colour when needed. Think of it as using a salt shaker!

  • You don’t always need to add water to your paper first, simply sprinkle and spritz! Sprinkle your Brusho colours directly on your Watercolour Paper and then spritz with your Stampin’ Spritzer! You can then blend with your paint brush or leave it as-is for a crystalized effect.

  • Watercolour Paper is optimal when using Brusho, but if you don’t have that on hand, use heavy cardstock.

  • It’s messy and spontaneous, and FUN!

If you have some tips to share yourself, please comment on the post as I’d love to learn as well!

Need some supplies? Oh, how I would appreciate your business! When you support my online store, it brings more amazing videos to you! Plus, be sure to check out my rewards program HERE!

Oh, and don’t gorget that Sale-a-Bration isn’t over until March 31st, so be sure to stock up on some of your FREE favourites when you spend $60 or more in my online store!

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If you’re looking for some more inspiration, be sure to check out my Local Events Page for all of my upcoming events! If you’re local to Hamilton, ON, there are several classes to chose from, and you can even join me at my Stampin’ Bingo event! Click HERE for more info.

Thank you so much for joining me today! Be sure to share this post on your favourite Social Media Platform and subscribe to my newsletter so you know about all the happenings at The Stampin’ Girl.com!

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Here is a list of products for today’s card:

Happy Wishes Watercolour Burst Card w/Video

Posted in 2018 Occasions, DIY, New, Sale-A-Bration, Stampin' Up, Video, YouTube by

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Hello friends and happy Sunday! I have a gorgeous card to show you today! It’s much more simpler than it looks, plus I used a stamp set that can be earned FREE as part of the Sale-a-Bration promotion too!

What is Sale-a-Bration?
Sale-a-bration is a three month promotion and it’s an awesome time to shop Stampin’ Up!, as well as join the Stampin’ Up! family of demonstrators. Here are all the details!

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If you’ve ever thought about joining the Stampin’ Up! family, now is the BEST time to join so you can take advantage of the amazing Sale-A-Bration promotion for brand new Demonstrators. On top of building your own kit, you get to pick TWO FREE stamp sets!

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Here are just  a few reasons why you’ll love our team:

  • Regular in-person and online meetings.

  • Team swap events.

  • Business training and coaching if you wish.

  • Exclusive online Facebook group connecting you to team members all over Canada.

  • 20% instant product discount.

  • Earn up to 40% commission on all personal purchases and customer sales.

  • SO much more!

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OK, so now onto this gorgeous card! I created a new tutorial to show you how easy it is to make a sweet watercolour burst card. I hope you love it!

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Watch the video tutorial below:

Don’t forget to stop by my Canadian Online Stampin’ Up! Shop to order the supplies for today’s card. With the stunning stamp set I used being available for FREE, it’s a great time to shop!

 

Thank you so much for stopping by and shopping with me!

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Quick and Simple Valentine’s Day Treat Holder w/VIDEO

Posted in 2018 Occasions, Big Shot, DIY, Stampin' Up, Valentine's Day, Video, YouTube by

I have a real treat for you today!

(See what I did there?)

But first, let me tell you some EXCITING news!

I am officially a YouTuber! I am so excited about creating my own YouTube channel and it just so happens that I have published my first official YouTube video with today’s project!

You can SUBSCRIBE HERE!

So onto today’s project, which is this really pretty Valentine’s Day Treat Holder!

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Seriously, how cute is this?!

And it’s not just for treats either! You can fit gift cards, two tea bags, fruit snacks, and more. It’s also perfect for ANY occasion.

For this treat holder, I used our new Sure Do Love You Bundle from the 2018 Occasions Catalogue (which also got me a FREE Sale-a-Bration stamp set since the bundle is just over $60.00)!

The Sure Do Love You Bundle is part of the Painted with Love Product Suite which includes the gorgeous Painted with Love Specialty Designer Series Paper that I used for the treat holder. I think the paper is my favourite product in the suite because it’s SO beautiful and so versatile (think Valentines, wedding, birthdays, etc.).

The entire suite pairs beautifully with the Gold Stampin’ Emboss Powder that I used for the banner on the treat holder too!

Direct Link to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zg7PdLtS5L0

I really hope you loved today’s project! Be sure to subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay updated on all things Stampin’ Girl!

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The Stamparatus is Coming!

Posted in Annual Catalogue, DIY, New, Stamparatus by

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Have you heard the most exciting news from the Stampin’ Up! Headquarters yet?

They are introducing their very own stamp positioning tool! This tool is beyond anything that is currently on the market and I am beyond thrilled to share it with you!

Watch the video below to learn 5 things you MUST know about the new Stamparatus!

Amazing, right?!

Now, things are going to be a little different when you place your order today as Stampin’ Up! is trying out a new Reservation System.

Beginning Nov. 16, 2017 at 4:00 pm EST, a LIMITED QUANTITY will be released for reservation.

  • Beginning Nov. 16, at 4:00 pm EST CLICK HERE, then click the banner ad for the Stamparatus and follow the instructions.

  • After receiving the reservations, Stampin’ Up! will place an order with the manufacturer and your Stamparatus will be shipped, with delivery on approx. February 1, 2018.

  • You will provide your credit card info now with your reservation, but it will not be charged until your Stamparatus is ready to ship.

  • You will receive an email from Stampin’ Up! letting you know when to log back in to your online account to finalize your order.

  • You can ADD other Stampin’ Up! products to your order AT THAT TIME if you’d like to receive Sale a Bration benefits!

If you happen to miss the November pre-order date, there are two other reservation windows available as per below.

Reservation Dates

So why do you need one? Because it will make you fall in love with stamping all over again with everything you can do with it, including:

  • Make multiples with ease

  • Consistently stamp crisp, clean images

  • If you want a darker impression, apply more ink and restamp—no need to start over

  • Make fewer mistakes, saving time and money

  • Easily create 2-step, 3-step, and 4-step stamped images using reversible plates

  • Develop new and specialized stamping techniques with adjustable stamping plates and precision placement

Product Details:

  • Compatible with Stampin’ Up!’s red rubber and photopolymer stamp

  • Foam mat to use with photopolymer stamps

  • Rulers and gridlines for quick measuring

  • 2 open sides so you can stamp on larger paper

  • 2 reversible plates: a total of 4 surfaces to work with

  • 2 magnets to hold the paper in place

  • Magnet storage areas

  • Retail Price – $65.00 CAD

I really can’t wait for you to get your hands on this! It will be a game-changer!

If you have any more questions, please feel free to leave a comment below or contact me directly.

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Carols of Christmas Bundle

Posted in Cards, Carols of Christmas, Christmas, DIY, Holiday Catalogue, New Catalogue, Shop, Stampin' Up by

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Hello friends! I hope you had a fabulous weekend! We’ve certainly been busy! We finally got started on new flooring in our basement since our last flooding, and I took my boys to an amazing farm for some apple picking and lots of play! Weekends pass way too soon, don’t they?

I have a couple of cards to share with you today using the new Carols of Christmas Bundle from the new Holiday Catalogue.

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I just love that Stampin’ Up! included Brown Craft Paper and Old Olive Cardstock together as the Merry Little Christmas Bundle.  Coupled with Basic Black Cardstock, it just looks so great and I think the colour combination really works! I even used the new Champaign Foil Sheets for the cute little deer that comes in the bundle as part of the framelits.

 

I should also note that the card above is also part of the Card Swap I am participating in with my Stampin’ Up! Team! I’m so excited to participate with such a wonderful group of ladies! If you want to know more about joining my team, click HERE!

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This is another beautiful card that I created with the bundle! Isn’t it stunning? I coupled it with the Be Merry Designer Series Paper from the Annual Catalogue, as well as the Pretty Pines Thinlits Dies and the  beautiful Silver Metallic Edge Ribbon.

I just love how both of these cards turned out! Is this bundle on your wish list?

You can see a complete list of all the supplies I used to create today’s card, with clickable links to My Canadian Online Stampin’ Up! Store at the end of this blog post. I’d love to be your Canadian Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator.

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Thank you so much for visiting!

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