Elegant Butterflies

Butterflies, butterflies, butterflies! I saw a card similar to this and thought it was the perfect card to incorporate the new Elegant Butterfly Punch. This new punch coordinates with the new stamp set, Papillon Potpourri. I've also paired it up with the butterflies from the stamp set Kindness Matters.

I used Raspberry Ripple, Primrose Petals, both new In-Colors, and Rose Red for the color scheme. The patterned paper is from the Subtles Collection Designer Series Paper Pack. These packs are a great way to get patterned papers in all the colors of one collection. You get 40 sheets, 2 each of 2 double-sided designs in each of the 10 colors.

To add a bit of texture, I embossed a panel of Primrose Petals Card Stock using my Big Shot and the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder. After stamping the Butterfly from the Papillon Potpourri stamp set and punching it out with the Elegant Butterfly Punch, I adhered it to the card with a Stampin' Dimensional. For a finishing touch, I added a Basic Rhinestone to the butterfly.

If you would like to order the products to make this card, contact me or visit my website and place your order directly from my online store!

Thanks for stopping by ~
Debbie D.

Polka Dot Blossom

I am in Love with the New Polka Dot Parade Designer Series Paper! It  is double sided, and comes in 6 vibrant colors. These are great to use to coordinate with several other paper sets.

For this card, I layered the Rich Razzleberry Polka Dots on a Whisper White Card Stock base. Then I used another white layer which I ran through my Big Shot with the Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder. Before adhering the embossed layer, I punched out the flower shape with the Blossom Punch. This technique gives an optical illusion effect. Until you look closely, or touch it, it looks like the Polka Dot Flower is on top of the white embossed piece.

For the flower center, I layered two Rich Razzleberry Buttons, tied them together with White Bakers Twine and adhered them onto the card with mini glue dots. Pretty simple, but pretty cute I think.

It's good to be back in the swing of things!
Hope you have a great day & thanks for stopping by ~

Debbie D.

Field Flowers

Oh my, I hope you haven't given up on me. I'm still here, just unable to spend much time in the studio these days. I am hoping that is all changing and I'll get back to a regular posting schedule.

So much going on. The New Annual Catalog was released on June 1. It is amazing ~ as usual! I know I say it every year, but Stampin' Up! has outdone themselves again. I for one am loving the new layout. Then there's the new products ~ Totally Awesome. No need to make a wish list, I want it all! The New In-Colors are scrumptious. Perfectly bright colors great for the summer and elegant enough for transforming into fall & the holidays. Speaking of scrumptious, wait until you try the newly designed ink pads. They are no longer felt, they are now Firm Foam. The Firm Foam releases more ink onto your rubber stamp, and stamps all your images beautifully. The new Designer Series Paper is gorgeous. There's something for everyone, and something for every occasion. And the new ribbons are fun too ~ Love the Stitched Satin and Grosgrain.

Today's project is one of the cards we did at my last class. I hosted a Card Buffet. I got the idea from a fellow demonstrator, and decided to try it with my customers. I designed several cards, and much like a food buffet, they got to "pick & choose" which cards they wanted to make. They each got to make 12 cards. It was a huge success, so I'm already planning my Christmas Card Buffet.

This card features the stamp set Field Flowers, and Designer Series Paper First Edition. This is a 2-step stamp set, which means you stamp with multiple colors & stamps to create one image. I stamped the stem first using Always Artichoke Classic Ink. For the flower I used Calypso Coral first, then stamped the outline with Cajun Craze. I love the look of stamping on printed paper, especially the words. I sponged the edges of the DSP with Always Artichoke to give it an aged look. The little butterfly was cut with my Big Shot and the Beautiful Wings Embosslit.

If you don't have a new catalog yet, let me know, and I'll get one to you right away.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Debbie D.

Season of Friendship ~ Retiring

Have you taken a last good look through the current catalog? There's just a few more days to get those items you need that are retiring. And just a reminder that I'm offering a 20% discount on REGULARLY PRICED Retiring Products. Please contact me with your order, this discount can not be honored though online orders.

Here's another set that will be gone after May 31 ~ Season of Friendship. This is one of my most favorite Home Decor pieces that I created. My Four Seasons Frame. This set comes with the tree, the four small stamps; flower, leaf bunch, snowflake and bird, and the saying; "The season of friendship lasts forever". This set is great, because it can be used all year long!

I know this is a busy weekend for you, but take some time to look through your catalog to make sure you don't miss out on getting those items you need that may just be gone soon.

Have a Safe & Happy Memorial Day!

God Bless those who are currently serving, have served, and those who have paid the ultimate price, to protect us, so we can enjoy this Holiday Weekend.

Thanks for stopping by ~
Debbie D.

Retirement Special

Here is another favorite stamp set that we're bidding a fond farewell to ~ Upsy Daisy. This is a fun set, great for shadow or background stamping with the solid flower design. It also has 3 sentiments, Birthday, You're on My Mind, and Thank You. The butterfly on this card is from the set Charming, which is another favorite that is on the Retiring List. This is the set that I used to make the charms for my Simply Adorned Jewelry. It will also be missed.

We are down to the last 2 weeks of Retirement, and things are starting to sell out. From now through May 31st, I am offering a 20% discount off of REGULARLY PRICED Retirement Products. When you order any Stamp Set, Accessory*, Decor Element, or Simply Adorned* Product that is on the Retirement List, I will give you a 20% discount on that product! This is my own personal sale, and is not sponsored by Stampin' Up! These orders must be placed directly through me and can not be offered on online orders.

*Regular priced merchandise only. Does not include already discounted products.

Check out the Retiring Lists in their entirety HERE. Then, contact me with your orders.

Thanks for stopping by ~
Debbie D.

Good Bye to More Friends

Fox & Friends to be more specific. This is another set that is on the list of Retiring Stamp Sets. These little guys are so adorable! I've paired them up with the A to Z background stamp, another set we must bid a fond farewell to, to create this fun Birthday card.

Another item that is on the list of Retiring Accessories is the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch. Here is a card that features this great punch. This card also features some of the In-Colors that will no longer be available after May 31. That's right, Poppy Parade, used in the first card, Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, used here, and Blushing Bride are all retiring. All card stock, ink pads, markers, etc. in these colors will no longer be available after May 31.

Hurry to my online store HERE where you can see everything that is retiring. Some of the accessories are even discounted up to 70% off!

Thanks for stopping by!
Debbie D.

So Long Simply Adorned

Okay, I'll be the first to admit that when Stampin' Up! announced that they were coming out with a line of jewelry, I wasn't thrilled. How was that connected with stamping? Well, I've learned to never doubt them. I fell in love with the Simply Adorned Chains, Charms and Trinkets! But now the time has come that we must say "good bye".

This is just one example of the beautiful necklaces you can create using these fabulous products. Sadly, everything used to make this sample is on the Retiring Stamp Set or Retiring Accessories List. But, on a happy note, some of the accessories are discounted! Take this opportunity ~ like I did ~ and stock up! These make great Mother's Day gifts, Birthday gifts or thinking ahead, Christmas gifts. Hurry to my online store HERE and order your Simply Adorned Jewelry before it's gone for good!

Here's a close up of the stamped image ~

Here is a list of products that I've used ~

• 121976 ~ Clearly For You Stamp Set
• 122270 ~ You're a Gem Stamp Set
• 116800 ~ Simply Adorned 24" Chain
• 116799 ~ Simply Adorned 1-1/2" x 2" Charm
• 121012 ~ Crystal Clear Bauble 5/8"
• 121014 ~ Vanilla Bauble 5/8"
• 121716 ~ Deck the Halls Designer Fabric
• 118480 ~ Chantilly Crochet Trim
• Butterfly Charm non SU
• Key Charm non SU

Thanks for stopping by today!
Debbie D.