Friday's Card

Today's card is another share from Wednesday's busy crafting day.  I cased this from another Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, Tami White.  Case stands for Copy And Share Everything.  I changed a couple of things and I really love the way it came out!

So, details of card stock and measurements are below.  Here are some tips to create this card.

I used Mossy Meadow ink and stamped the first image and then stamped a second image without re-inking my stamp.  I then used a spray adhesive and adhered a USED dryer sheet (if yours are really wrinkly, iron first!) and trimmed to the size of card.  I then added some Dazzling Diamonds to add some sparkle.  

I then adhered my stamped image to the Brushed Gold card stock using snail adhesive.

Before adhering my Brushed Gold to the card base, I wrapped Early Expresso Tulle (retired) around the base and added a piece of twine for some contrast.

I added another piece of Very Vanilla card stock inside and stamped my sentiment in Mossy Meadow.  This sentiment is from another retired stamp set, Christmas Greetings. 



Ingredients for my card:

Early Expresso card stock for the base (8-1/2 X 5-1/2, scored at 4-1/4)
Brushed Gold card stock second layer (4 X 5-1/4)
Very Vanilla card stock (3-3/4 X 5 and for the inside 4 X 5-1/4)
Mossy Meadow Classic Ink Pad
Lovely As a Tree stamp set (oldest one in our catalog!)
Dazzling Diamonds glitter

Be sure to let me know if you have any questions!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Christmas in July

I missed posting yesterday, but I was pretty busy in Desiree's Craftroom.  Here is one of seven cards I made yesterday.  I'm getting ready for my Christmas in July Craft Fair on July 17th and 18th.  If you are local to the Branson area, I hope you will come see me at Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church from 10-4 on Friday and 9-2 on Saturday. 

For this card, I used traditional Christmas colors; Garden Green for the base and Real Red for accent.  I used the new Festival of Trees Stamp Set and Punch to create the trees.  First I tried White Craft Ink, but it took way too long to dry, so I did the second card in the Silver Encore Ink (retired).  I added Christmas Wishes from the retired Ornamental Pine stamp set and some Silver Glimmer paper stars to finish it off.

This is a simple, mail-friendly Christmas card that goes together quickly.  

Be sure to let me know what you think of this Center Step Card!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

It's Tuesday!

Weekly Deals

There's a little something for everyone in this week's deals.  If you love embossing folders, there are two more on sale this week.  If you love the glimmer paper, both the Dazzling Diamonds  and the Silver are on sale!  And the Mini Treat Bag thinlit die is on sale!  Woo HOO!  Please use Hostess Code:  YJEG9KEZ when placing your order.  And don't forget to check the Clearance Rack!  

Backorder Report - this is current as of Monday, June 22d.

30 June

120279: Clear Block Storage Caddy

2 July

138422: Tip Top Taupe 1" Dotted Lace Trim

6 July

138295: Tree Builder Punch

8 July

138447: Sweet Li'l Things Designer Series Paper

9 July

138425: Watermelon Wonder 1" Dotted Lace Trim

138426: Delightful Dijon 1" Dotted Lace Trim

10 July

138377: Cottage Greetings Card Kit

17 July

138378: Tin of Cards Project Kit

NOT ORDERABLE

138435: Neutrals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack

138436: Regals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack

140406: Watercolor Wishes Card Kit (not available until July 2015)

Seeking Hobby Crafters!

Stampin' Up! kicked off a new promotion for customers to become demonstrators.  As a demonstrator on my team, you belong to an exclusive on line community with access to daily inspiration and ideas.  Stampin' Connection is for demonstrators only where you will learn techniques, find answers to demonstrator questions, and more.  On the Demonstrator site, you will learn more about Stampin' Up! promotions and products.  You will also receive Stampin' Up! bi-monthly Stampin' Success (more ideas!).   AND you will be the first to see and order products from our upcoming catalogs.  

And the best benefit?  You will earn a discount on all the product that you already love -- with no risk after you join.  No parties, no pressure!  During June, when you join, you also earn two free stamp sets of your choice (they'll be added to your starter kit).  The Starter Kit is $99 and you get to select $125 of product (your choice!!) with FREE SHIPPING.  I love hobby stampers/crafters and welcome you to join my team.  

If you're interested in joining, please e-mail me so I can answer any questions you may have.  Want my help while signing up?  Just give me a call!  

Join now by clicking here.  

Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there.  Here are the cards I helped our grandkids, Bailey and Anthony, make for their Daddy.  We mailed them so Dad would have them in time for Father's Day.  

Bailey chose the train from the Traveler stamp set to remind daddy of the train ride they took together while visiting Branson.  Anthony chose the deer from Noble Deer (retired) because he loves to hunt with his Dad.  We also used Work of Art and the Happy Father's Day stamp is from one of our Paper Pumpkin kits.

I hope you enjoy their cards!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

June Paper Pumpkin

Do NOT watch if you don't want your surprise spoiled!!

Have you received your June 2015 Paper Pumpkin yet?  Mine's not here yet, but here is the Stampin' Up! video for this month's kit.  

https://youtu.be/Dxx1T3TBKM8

Well it has been a busy few days and today will be another busy day.  We have our grand kids with us so we've been trying to do things with them whenever the rain lets us.  One day we got caught at one of the playgrounds in a real soaker.  We got wet but didn't melt.

Yesterday we took them to see Amazing Pets in Branson and both of them really enjoyed that.  Today, we're going to see if we can take in Silver Dollar City.  The kids haven't seen Fireman's Landing and that will be a fun area for both of them.

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

Tuesday's Weekly Deals

Here are this week's deals at Stampin' Up!  Be sure to also check the clearance rack as there are also some good deals there as well!  Please use Hostess Code:  YJEG9KEZ when checking out!  

If you haven't already, be sure to hop over to my Facebook page, Desiree's Craftroom, and check out the stamp sets that I have for sale. Rather than post tons of pictures here, I've elected to just post in one place and send everyone there! I hope you're having a pleasant day wherever you are!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Watercolor Technique

I'm trying to learn how to watercolor using my Stampin' Up! Aqua painters -- these are great for the watercolor technique.  The trick is not getting too much water!  Look for another sample tomorrow!

Here's my first "shareable" results.  Yes, I tried many times before I was satisfied with this one.  Still more playing going on with this, so if you'd like to learn the watercolor technique, contact me to attend a class!  

On this card, I used Whisper White card stock, a clear block, and my ink pads.  Then I used my Aqua Painters to give it a watercolor look.

I would love to hear your comments.  Until then, 

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

Third Card for Blue Hallet Bag

Today, I'm sharing the third card I made for my Hallett Bag.  I love the Lotus Blossom stamp set from this year's Sale-A-Bration.  

I started out with one of the solid colors from the bag and added coordinating designer paper.  Then I stamped my Lotus Blossom on whisper white cardstock and adhered to the front.  On the inside I added a simple "Thank You" sentiment from the same stamp set.

And as a reminder, here is the bag this card will go into.  

Well, that's all for today.  I hope you enjoy today!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

New Four Panel Easel Card

Here is another card I made, especially for today.  It's my sister's birthday and since I know she opened her card, I can now share it with you!

I found this four panel easel card on Pinterest and knew I had to CASE it.  What is CASE?  Copy and share everything!  

A picture of the two of us printed on vellum.

Inside one panel wishing her a Happy Birthday.

Third panel - before I added the picture to the right panel.

Last panel.

My sister loves butterflies, flowers, and, of course, FAMILY!  I had so much fun making this card and she is carrying this around and showing everyone!  That's why I love to make cards!

Happy crafting,

Desiree'