Hooray for Reverse Words stamp set

Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration 2017, Reverse Words stamp set, Assorted Glimmer Paper, Stampin' Studio

I wanted to share a card with you that features the Reverse Words stamp set, which is one of the FREE choices you can select during Sale-a-bration.  The stamp set is simple and stunning.  The word Hooray in this card is not stamped but rather the Bermuda Bay “splotch” is what’s stamped, while the word is actually the card stock where the image has a void- thus “reverse word”.  Pretty clever huh?

Today’s Color Palette

Today's Color Palette 3-17-17

Let’s Take a Closer Look

Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration 2017, Reverse Words stamp set, Assorted Glimmer Paper, Stampin' Studio

Here you can get a better look at what I was referring to with the reverse words.  I also used some of the Bermuda Bay Glimmer Paper which comes in the 6″ x 6″ Glimmer Paper Assortment Pack and is another Sale-a-bration Choice.  The sentiment “For You” comes from the That’s the Tag stamp set.  I added a few of the White Perfect Accents just for fun.

Stampin’ Studio Tips

  • Coordination: One of the best things about Stampin’ Up! products is that when you use a color (like Bermuda Bay for this card)  all of the elements match.  What this means is that the cardstock, Designer Series Paper, ink and even the Glimmer Paper are all the same color, so your project looks flawless
  • Sizes: Bermuda Bay card base is  11″ x 4-1/4″ scored at 5-1/2″.  Whisper White card stock  is 4″ x 5-1/4″.  Bermuda Bay striped Designer Paper is 4″ x 2″, Glimmer Paper is 1/2″ x 4″.

Stampin' Up! Sale-a-bration 2017, Reverse Words stamp set, Assorted Glimmer Paper, Stampin' Studio

Here’s the Deal

Sale-a-bration ends March 31st so make sure you don’t miss out on getting the Reverse Words stamp set or the Glimmer Paper or one of the many other choices available.  All you have to do to get them is place an order of $50 or more and the choice is yours.

 

Day at the Beach Spinner Card

Stampin' Up! Day at the Beach Stamp Set, Sliding Star Framelits, Spinner Card, Stampin' Studio

Have you ever seen dolphins jumping out of the water?  There’s something about it that just gets you excited, just like when you’ve got something great to celebrate!  I created this spinner card using the Day at The Beach stamp set found on page 34 of the Occasions Catalog and the Sliding Star Framelits from page 192 of the Annual Catalog.

Today’s Color Palette

Today's Color Palette 3-16-17, Stampin' Studio

Let’s Take a Closer Look

Stampin' Up! Day at the Beach Stamp Set, Sliding Star Framelits, Spinner Card, Stampin' Studio

Using Watercolor Paper and Watercolor Pencils , I lightly colored the sand in Early Espresso, the water in Bermuda Bay and the sky in Pacific Point.  Next I used an Aqua Painter to blend those colors for the background.  After it was dry I used the Sliding Star Framelits to cut the “arch” where the dolphins would jump.  The sentiment comes from the Happy Celebration stamp set.  I stamped  the umbrella and then the dolphin once, masking it and stamping it a second time.  Next I colored these with the Watercolor Pencils too and did a bit of fussy cutting.

Stampin’ Studio Tips

  • Coordination: It wasn’t designed to go together, but I think the dolphins from Day at the Beach and the Sliding Star Framelits are a perfect match.
  • Easy:  I made a sandwich with a penny, two dimensionals, another penny, another dimensional and finally the cut out dolphins.  This “sandwich” was the slid into the “arch”.  As the card is tipped back and forth the dolphins jump and spin.
  • Sizes: Island Indigo card base is 11″ x 4-1/4″ scored at 5-1/2″.  Watercolor Paper is 4″ x 5-1/4″.  Scraps for the Dolphins and Umbrella

Stampin' Up! Day at the Beach Stamp Set, Sliding Star Framelits, Spinner Card, Stampin' Studio

Stampin’ Sisters Retreat Project 8: Window Shopping Card Set

Today marks my final post from our 11th Annual Stampin’ Sisters Retreat.  Over the past week 12 days I’ve shared with you all of the decorations, prizes,table centerpieces, and projects from the Stampin’ Sisters Retreat my sister Peggy and I put on March 3rd through March 5th.  This is the final project we made which is a gift bag with 6 coordinating cards and envelopes featuring the Window Shopping Bundle from the Occasions Catalog.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

The white on white cards are always a big hit.  Pair that with some Silver Foil Paper and you’ve got a sure fire hit.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

I love the candle cut out from the Window Box Thinlits Dies.  One pass through the Big Shot and you’ve got a stunning design.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

The sentiments in the Window Shopping stamp set are great for so many occasions.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

And now we’ve got three cards with some gold accents.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

Lots of gold shining through here and how about the coordination of the Metallic Ribbon Combo Pack for these silver and gold cards.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

This die cut design is my favorite from the set.  So many tiny intricate cuts from one die.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

We finished off the set with a coordinating bag to put the card set into.  This would make a wonderful gift.

Stampin' Sisters Retreat, Stampin' Up Window Shopping stamp set, Window Box Thinlits Dies, Stampin' Studio

Check out any Stampin’ Sisters Retreat Posts You May Have Missed:

Getting Ready

Treats, Surprises, and Prizes

More Fun

It’s a Family Thing

Any Occasions Card Collection

Cupcakes & Carousels Cards

Fun Folds Cards

Mini Scrapbook

Nailed It Cards

Gift Cards

Cool Treats Cards

Stampin' Sisters Retreat

Bye, bye…Until next year.