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Amidst Christmas is a Happy Birthday Wish!

Posted on December 23, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

It always seems that birthdays in December are a bit overshadowed by Christmas.  So in honor of my friends birthday, which was on December 21, I decided to make a card for her using her favorite colors Always Artichoke and Old Olive.  I added the gold and black for elegance.  I like the results.  I hope this provides inspiration for your December birthday cards. By the way I don’t think this year she felt her birthday overshadowed by Christmas.  Her birthday was very celebrated.  She received many gifts and some were from Stampin’ Up!

Eat Cake birthday cardq

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Stamp Sets:  retired Eat Cake ( good substitute On a Pedestal), Four Square

Paper: SU black cardstock, SU brushed gold cardstock, SU Whisper White, SU Always Artichoke texture paper crimped with crimper

Ink:  SU classic ink pads Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Encore gold ink pad, SU Chocolate Chip marker, SU Old Olive marker

Accessories:  SU scallop square punch, Crimper, Stampin’ dimensionals

Techniques:  stamping, Two-step stamping

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A Snow Swirled Christmas

Posted on December 19, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

Well as usual I am behind on my Christmas cards.  But with the Snow Swirled stamp set I was able to make some elegant Christmas cards very quickly.  I used the SU kraft brown paper and made each card with one ink color .  Super simple!  I hope you’ve already mailed your cards for the holidays and not doing it at the last minute like me.

Snow Swirld Christmas cards

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Stamp Sets:  Snow Swirled, retired So Swirly jumbo wheel (a good substitute would be the Whimsy wheel)

Paper: SU cardstock kraft brown, SU Old Olive , SU Very Vanilla and SU Ruby Red texture

Ink:  SU classic ink pads Real Red, Soft Suede, Old Olive

Accessories:  SU wide oval punch, SU scallop edge  punch, SU dimensionals, SU 1/4″ real red grosgrain ribbon, SU jumbo wheel, green and gold ribbon, green and red self-adhesive gems

Techniques: stamping, tearing edge

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A no stamping gift card

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

This simple 3″ x 3″ Christmas card can be used for a gift card.  The poinsettia is made with this online template.  You can decide how big you want the poinsettia by either enlarging or decreasing the size of the template.  I cut out the pieces and with a stylus I embossed the leaves and stems.  After embossing I sponged the petals, leaves and centers with black ink to give the flower depth.  I used snail to adhere the petals and the centers then punched 4 holes to lace hemp twine then tied with a simple knot.

Poinsettia card

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Supplies used:

Paper:   SU kraft brown cardstock, SU Ruby Red cardstock, SU Old Olive cardstock, SU More Mustard cardstock

Ink:  SU basic black classic ink

Accessories:  SU Natural Hemp Twine,  SU 1/16 Inch Handheld Circle Punch, SU Stylus

Technique:  paper piecing, sponging

Happy Holiday Crafting!

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Voilà, Merci! It’s all gone to the French

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

Here’s another card I made using the little chef from the Voila! stamp set with a Christmas twist.  This card was made to thank a dear friend for a wonderful holiday dinner.  She also shares my addiction for stamping and loves all things French.  To thank her I made this card using the paper piecing technique with scraps from the Christmas Jingle Scrappin’ kit.

Voilà merci

Voilà merci thank you card - click for larger image

Stamp Sets:  Voilà, sentiment from retired Merci ( good substitute is  merci stamp from Chic Boutique)

Paper: SU cardstock Kraft Brown, Ruby Red, Old Olive and pattern paper from Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin’ kit

Ink:  ink pads Real Red, Chocolate Chip, Versa Mark and Chocolate Chip marker

Accessories: SU large oval punch, SU dimensionals, non SU oval scallop punch, red self-adhesive gems,  non SU ribbon

Techniques: stamping, paper piecing, heat embossing

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Introducing Clear Mount Stamp Sets

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

clear mount stamps photo

Well, you asked for it, and now you have it! Starting on January 5th, with stamps in the 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog and the 2010 Sale-A-Bration Brochure, Stampin’ Up! will offer exclusive stamp art in both traditional wood-mount, and the new clear-mount option.

You get the very best image quality because the stamps are made of the same rubber as in our wood stamps.  The difference is you can save on space because the stamps come in a space saving DVD-type clear box conveniently labeled on the side.  With these stamps you can position them on the clear blocks as you like and see through the block to see where your stamping.

Clear-Mount Rubber Stamp Features

  • Nine different sizes of clear blocks available individually or as a discounted bundle.
  • Blocks have ergonomic grooves on all four sides for easy grip and traditional wood-mount feel.
  • Stamps and blocks are durable and easy to clean with your Stampin’ Scrub and Stampin’ Mist.
  • Optional image labels on stamp backs let you decide if you want to see the image through the block or not.
  • Tight die-cutting for easy image positioning.
  • Large clear blocks can be used to create collages or spell words with alphabet sets.
  • Stamps store easily in standard, DVD-type cases with artwork on front and spine, making organization easy.

I am so excited and can hardly wait to get my clear mount stamps.  I am going to store mine in a DVD wire rack for easy storage.   Until next time!

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12 Days of Holiday SALES Starts TODAY through December 22!

Posted on December 11, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

Holiday Header

Right now is the perfect time to ask Santa for a Big Shot because many of the dies are on sale.  Visit the 12 Days of Holiday Sales page to see all the dies on sale.

Click here for information on our Dream Come True Big Shot Gift Bundle just perfect for holiday gift giving.

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Lovely as a Tree for Christmas

Posted on December 2, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

I love this stamp set.  So versatile!  I decided to make some quick Christmas cards and here’s what I whipped up.  Very easy.  If you are going to buy one stamp set for Christmas, this is it.  You can use it for so many occasions.

Lovely as a Tree Christmas cards

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Stamp Sets: SU  Lovely as a Tree, SU Snow Swirled (sentiment), retired SU So Swirly jumbo Wheel

Paper: SU Handsome Hunter, SU Ruby Red, SU Soft Suede, SU Very Vanilla

Ink: SU Encore! Gold pad, SU Real Red classic ink

Accessories: SU vintage brads, SU slit punch to create tag edges, SU sponge, SU paper piercer, SU mat pack, non-SU ribbon

Techniques: stamping, ink distressing, edge distressing

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Dormant Stamp Sets Discontinued on January 4, 2010

Posted on December 2, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

As promised, many of the stamp sets currently on our dormant list have been available for a year and now it is time to say goodbye. The following stamp sets will be discontinued on January 4, 2010.  So if you want any of the sets below buy them now before they’re gone.  Click on the stamp set to view stamp(s).

Item Number Stamp Set
113407 Back Woods
114492 Beautiful Baby
114486 Birthday Wish
113200 Branch Out
114496 Celebrations
113732 Central Park
113206 Classic Sketches
113226 Classy & Fabulous
114498 Flowers in Silhouette
113405 Font of You
113216 For the Bride
114494 Forever
109425 Friend by Definition
114488 Fun Flowers
113716 Garden Greetings
114490 Glad Friends
111580 Grand Soiree
113242 Hit the Road
113710 Lexicon of Leaves
113236 Man’s Best Friend
114423 Ocean Commotion
113728 Playful Petals
109276 Polka Dot
111544 Putt Putt
113240 Quilt Quips
113754 Really Retro
113403 Sip by Sip
113726 Sweet Stems
113250 That’s Funny
113688 Wonderful Watercolors
114028 Para la novia
114032 Acuarelas Maravillosas

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Voilà! Dinner is served

Posted on December 1, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

My friend held a dinner for all our friends to kick-off the holidays.  She had purchased the Voilà stamp set keeping in mind she wanted to use it to create menus and place cards.   For her holiday party I helped her create a menu holder and place cards for her dinner party.  This little guy is so cute and so versatile.   He can hold many different items on the platter in his hand.  He’ll add a touch of whimsy to your next dinner party.  This stamp set will make a great hostess holiday gift.

Voilà chef menu holder

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Voila place card

Stamp Sets:  Voilà

Paper: SU Handsome Hunter, SU Bravo Burgundy, SU So Saffron DSP,

Ink:  SU Encore! Gold pad, SU water color pencils

Accessories:  SU gold brads, Big Shot and Ovals die

Techniques: stamping

Stamp Sets:  VoilaPaper: SU Handsome Hunter, SU Bravo Burgundy, SU So Saffron DSP,Ink:  Encore! Gold pad, water color pencils

Accessories:  SU gold brads, Big Shot and Ovals die

Techniques: stamping

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HUGE SALE! Up To 50% off on select products NOW through November 30th

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Genevieve Valdes

Holiday Extravaganza starts today!  Please see all the great promotions just in time for holiday gift giving or for yourself.  You may order directly online, call or email me to place your order.  This sale ends Monday, November 30 so hurry now for fantastic deals.  Happy Holiday Stamping!

Click here to view all promotions.

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