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Congratulations (Hand-Penned Petals)

by Kylie May 16, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, a couple of days ago I took part in the monthly Blog Hop with the Stampers Anonymous team. The theme was to create a card based on a sketch. I struggled a little bit with the design and after I had finished I decided to try and make another one that I liked more. As I was flicking through the catalogue I came across a card (see page 72) which featured fabulous colour combinations and I realised I could use parts of this card for my design. Don’t you just love how awesome the catalogue is for inspiration?!

To make this card I used papers from the Pattern Party Designer Series Paper pack. (This is one of the Stampin’ Rewards you can choose once your order reaches a certain value). I added a little piece of Pale Papaya between the two sections to really give it a nice finish. I didn’t do this step on the card I made the other day and I think, if I had, it would have made all the difference.

The floral image is from the Hand-Penned Petals stamp set. I’ve used Polished Pink, Pale Papaya, Coastal Cabana and Granny Apple Green (stamped off once) to add colour to the image. The sentiment also comes from the Hand-Penned Petals stamp set.

Here’s the card…

I’m so happy with how this card turned out. As it is quite a busy card, I left it at that but if you felt like you needed to something more then you could think about adding some rhinestones, Genial Gems or the 2021-2023 In Color Jewels – so pretty!

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Listed below are the supplies used to create the above project. If the stamp set, die set, etc, also comes a part of a bundle or suite, I link to all so that you have choices. I also link refills and basic supplies like adhesives which correspond with items used to make my projects. These links take you to my online store.

May 16, 2021 0 comment

Birthdays Blog Hop Challenge Way To Goat

Stampers Anonymous Blog Hop #30: Sketch Challenge

by Kylie May 14, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, welcome to the Stampers Anonymous Blog Hop day! Thanks so much for hopping with us this month. The theme for our May 2021 Blog Hop is to create a card based on the sketch below.

Here’s the Challenge…

Here’s the card…

Initially, I thought this sketch was going to be super easy but I soon realise that I underestimated it. I don’t tend to do a lot of split backgrounds. It’s usual for me to have only one patterned paper or one colour of cardstock or even a stamped background. Mixing and matching isn’t something I do very often at all. So I started swimmingly…I picked the stamp set – Way to Goat, picked the patterned paper and the coordinating cardstock. Then I started to assemble it and realised I needed another piece of paper but nothing quite fitted. Thankfully the Way to Goat stamp set had a cute tin can stamp which was perfect to randomly stamp and create my own patterned paper.

Let’s continue on the hop…

You might have come here from Nikki Stalker’s blog. Next up, please hop along to Elizabeth Yager’s blog. Here’s a list of all the participants:

Nikki Stalker

Kylie Page | Stampers Workshop (You Are Here)

Elizabeth Yager

Melissa Gifford

Sharon Wilson

Thanks for hopping along with us. Sketch challenges are always fun, and I’m inspired to try and create another card based on this one. I hope you’ll play along. Please continue on the hop and see the fabulous projects by the wonderful Stampers Anonymous ladies.

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May 14, 2021 7 comments

CASE the Catalogue Pampered Pets Video

I Hope Your Day is a Real Treat (Pampered Pets) – CASE the Catalogue (Video)

by Kylie May 12, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, while doing my Facebook Live walkthrough of the new catalogue today, I pointed out a few cards which I LOVE and said that I wanted to CASE (Copy And Share Everything) them. One of these inspiring cards can be found on page 55 of the new catalogue and features the super sweet Pampered Pets stamp set. Such a cute set!

Here’s the card…

This really is a quick card to create. I’ve made a video so you can see my process. I hope this card inspires you, as it did me, to head into your craft space today.

Here’s the video…

If you are interested in creating this card too, all the items you need can be found in my online store.

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Designer Series Paper Get Well Soon Hand-Penned Petals

Feel Better Friend (Hand-Penned Petals)

by Kylie May 8, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, my process for creating changes depending on my reason for creating. Today, I was tidying up my desk and saw the new Hand-Penned Petals Designer Series Paper. I starting flicking through the paper, admiring all the gorgeous illustrations. I was thinking to myself that I’d probably find it difficult to use the floral side of the paper as it is ‘too busy’ for my usual style. It got me thinking that many of you might feel the same way. So I decided to use the paper and create a really pretty, and quite simple, card that shows off this beautiful paper (and not in a busy way).

The card design is quite simple although you can certainly step it up if you choose. Start by selecting an assortment of paper from the Hand-Penned Designer Series Paper pack. Die-cut a rectangle from each using the Stitched Rectangles dies. If you don’t have the dies, simply cut out the rectangles with your Paper Trimmer. Depending on your overall design, you could mat and/or pop up these die-cut shapes. I decided to mat the shapes but not pop them up this time.

I added another design of the Hand-Penner Designer Series Paper to a Soft Succulent cardstock base. I did tuck a piece of the Whisper White Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon underneath before adhering it. Then I added the three panels. I eyeballed this process but you could definitely be a little more exact with the use of a ruler.

The sentiment comes from the coordinating Hand-Penned Petals stamp set. I added a little more interest around the sentiment by adhering some leaves die-cut from the Penned Flowers dies. (Both the stamp set and the die set are available as a Bundle for a 10% discount). The final touch was to add a couple of the Pastel Pearls.

Here’s the card…

I love cards like this. They are pretty, quite quick to make and they enable you to really highlight the busier patterned papers. Although, I suggest avoiding a paper with squiggly lines for the background as I found it difficult to eyeball the placement of my pieces. As a result, my placement is a little crooked. Of course, if you used a ruler, you might have better luck!

All of the products used above are now available in my online store. Hooray! Aren’t we all LOVING the new catalogue?!

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May 8, 2021 0 comment

Birthdays Party Puffins

Happy Birthday Trio (Party Puffins)

by Kylie May 6, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, recently I attended an online Stampin’ Up!® event called OnStage. Before the global pandemic, these events were always fun to attend in person. Stampin’ Up!® always strives to make the Demonstrator only events fun and informative. At these events we get to see new products unveiled, with hints and tips to create awesome projects with them; there are business tips too and we also get to network with other demonstrators. It’s fun! Stampin’ Up!® encouraged us to create cards to “swap” virtually. This basically meant creating a card which we then displayed for other people to see during small Zoom networking sessions and we talked about how and why we created the card. I ended up making three cards because…well, who can stop at one?

My cards feature the new Puffin Party stamp set which is so fun! To create my card I also used the new Designer Series Paper pack called Pattern Party. This paper is only available to customers who meet certain buying criteria but it is definitely such a cool pack! It has fun colourful patterns on one side and lovely black and white designs on the other (and you know how much I love black and white papers!).

Here’s the first card…

Here’s the second card…

Here’s the third card…

You might be wondering why I made three cards that are ostensibly the same? I wanted to illustrate that by changing your colour combinations, you can easily change your audience. For example, I felt the Misty Moonlight card was potentially more of a masculine card. The bright Poppy Parade card could be more suited to a juvenile whereas the Pool Party/Flirty Flamingo card, with a few Rhinestones, could potentially be considered more of a feminine card.

No matter how you look at these cards, I’m sure you will agree the Party Puffins are so very cute! I know you are going to enjoy creating with them as much as I did!

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May 6, 2021 0 comment

Annual Catalogue Join My Team Promotions

The new 2021-2022 Annual Catalogue is LIVE! YAY!

by Kylie May 3, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalogue is now LIVE! YAY! I cannot wait for you to have a look through and see all the fabulousness within its pages. There’s more though – we have two additional fabulous promotions! Okay, sit back, get comfy, maybe even grab a drink and let me tell you all about it…

Introducing the 2021-2022 Annual Catalogue…

It’s here and just about every page is filled with ideas and inspiration. You can see all the goodies at my online shop or download a PDF copy by clicking on the image below.

New 2021 – 2023 InColours

Introducing the new 2021-2023 InColours – Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink, Pale Papaya, Soft Succulent and Evening Evergreen. Such fabulous colours!

Join+ = New Joining Promotion

It’s a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up!® As a new team member you will get even MORE FREE products in your customisable Starter Kit. From 04-31 May, you can get $283 (was $235) worth of products for only $169. Plus you will also get free business supplies, free shipping and all the fun that comes as being part of Stampin’ Up!®.

Annual Catalogue Kickoff Celebration – earn extra Stampin’ Rewards

From 4 May–14 June 2021, qualifying orders (see chart below) will receive the usual Stampin’ Rewards PLUS additional rewards! Stampin’ Rewards are available to those who place individual orders that meet the order totals shown here.

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_{**Stampinʼ Rewards cannot be used on a 50%-off item. Items that can be purchased with this 50% off include full-priced items and discounted stamp/tool bundles only. Suite collections, the Starter Kit, and the standard size Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine are not available for purchase at 50% off.}

Wow! Thanks for making it through to the end! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to message me. Otherwise, have fun looking at all the new goodies, making your wishlist – and happy shopping!

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May 3, 2021 0 comment

A Wish for Everything Hand-Penned Petals Mother's Day

Happy Mother’s Day (Hand-Penned Petals / A Wish for Everything)

by Kylie May 3, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, on the eve of the launch of the 2021-2022 Annual catalogue, I thought I would share a couple of cards made from products that will be available from tomorrow. YAY! I’m so excited for you to finally be able to see all the wonderful new products and inspiration!

Today I am sharing two versions of Mother’s Day cards. I made one for my Mum and one for my partners Mum. Can you believe Mother’s Day is just around the corner? Here’s your reminder in case you haven’t made your card yet. If only someone had reminded me that I need to account for interstate post now that I’m on the opposite coast from my Mum! Oops! Somehow I don’t think it is going to arrive in time. Oh well! I will FaceTime her on the day.

Okay, onto the card. I used the fabulous new Hand-Penned Petals Bundle. This is a two-step stamp set and die set (available separately and individually) and it will be available from tomorrow. It features line drawings and solid stamps to add colour. As you can see, the solid images do not perfectly match the line drawings. I confess it threw me at first but I love that it doesn’t have a perfect look. I actually used this stamp set in two different ways. The first way is as the focal point of the card. I simply stamped the line image and then added colour with the solid images. Very quick and easy. The second way I used it was to create the background of the card. This was also a quick and easy process. I stamped the line image in Versamark all over the card base and then heat embossed it. Next, I used a Water Painter to add some watered down ink to the flowers. It is such a fun look. I love this technique!

Here’s the first card…

Here’s the second card…

Which colour combination is your favourite? I can’t decide.

This is such a sweet card design and they really didn’t take long to make once I had worked out my design. I think you could try out many different colour combinations too. Don’t you think it would be fun to create a few cards like this to have on hand but just leave the sentiment off? You could add it later when required.

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May 3, 2021 6 comments

Hostess News StampingPals

Welcome to May 2021! (New Host Code)

by Kylie May 1, 2021

written by Kylie

Happy May 2021! We are in for such a good month on the stamping front this month. There’s so much happening! The biggest news is that the 2021-2022 Annual Catalogue will launch in just a few days with a FANTASTIC Joining bonus. Have you received yours yet? Almost all of the catalogues have now been posted. I have a few more to send out next week. I’ve already been through it and made my wish list – it is HUGE! So many awesome products. I know you are going to love it too.

On the not so awesome front, we are also only a few days away from the 2020-2021 Annual Catalogue retiring which means any product not moving on to the new catalogue will no longer be available.

Of course, we also have the latest challenge from the StampingPals and there’s a new Host Code for May! Let’s get into it…

Last Chance Products Sale – Ends 03 May 2021 (11.50pm AET)

The final days are here to grab your favourite products from the 2020–2021 Annual Catalogue. Many items have already sold out, and many more may sell out over the next couple of days. If you see something you have been wanting, please grab it while you can.

Hostess Code – May 2021

The new Hostess Code for May is now live. When ordering please use the code QB9KARW4 if your order is less than $250 to receive a little thank you gift from me. If your order is over $250, please do not use this code as you will be entitled to your own Hostess Benefits (plus you’ll still receive a little thank you gift from me).

StampingPals Challenge #15 | Colour Challenge

The new StampingPals challenge began today. We have a Colour Challenge for our theme this month. All you need to do is create a card using all of the colours above (you can add Basic White, Basic Black and/or Very Vanilla) and then upload it to the InLinkz form on the blog. One of our participants will also be invited to create a card and have it featured alongside our Design Team in July 2021. We hope you will enjoy playing with us!

Okay, I think that is all for today. Here’s to a happy May, everyone!

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May 1, 2021 0 comment

Challenge Happiest of Birthdays StampingPals Technique

StampingPals Challenge #15 | Colour Challenge

by Kylie May 1, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone! Welcome to the StampingPals Challenge for May 2021. This month we have a colour challenge and you can see it below. We were challenged to create a card using Highland Heather, Pumpkin Pie and Melon Mambo. You could also choose to add Basic Black, Basic White and/or Very Vanilla.

Here’s the Challenge…

Colour challenges can be just that – challenging! At first, I had no idea where to start and so I pulled out all the ink and swatched the colours to see how they worked together. They looked so pretty and before I knew it I had created a really pretty background. I really wanted that background to be the focus of my card and the Bokeh Technique popped into my head. Have you heard of this technique? It’s actually really simple and looks super pretty. Bokeh is “the blurred quality or effect seen in the out-of-focus portion of a photograph taken with a narrow depth of field” (Mirriam-Webster Dictionary). That’s the type of effect I wanted to create!

To create the card, I created a sponged a background of Melon Mambo, Highland Heather, and Pumpkin Pie using the Blending Brushes. Next up, I created my own template using the Layering Circles dies. Once this was created, I sponged White ink over my card base. Immediately, the Bokeh look began to appear. So cool! The card was finished with a sentiment stamped and embossed on vellum. The sentiment is from the Happiest of Birthdays stamp set. I die cut the sentiment out using the Scalloped Contours dies (which will be available from 4 May 2021).

Add some Multipurpose Liquid Glue to the back of the vellum. I try to stick to the areas where I have the embossing so that it doesn’t show through the other side. Add some White Twine (from the Snail Mail Twine Combo Pack), a few gems from the Elegant Faceted Gems and you are done!

If you want to see this process in detail, I do have a technique video you can watch.

Here’s the technique video…

This was such a fun challenge and the Bokeh technique is so fun too. I hope you’ll play along with us. All the details, and the Link up, is on the StampingPals blog.

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May 1, 2021 0 comment

Birthdays Designer Series Paper Happiest of Birthdays

Happy B-Day (Happiest of Birthdays / True Love DSP)

by Kylie April 30, 2021

written by Kylie

Hi everyone, if you are a fan of simple colouring then you will love today’s card. It’s all about colouring a piece of paper from the True Love Designer Series Paper pack. I love colouring this paper – I find it to be a relaxing way to pass the time. You don’t need to worry too much about colouring in the lines because after colouring in the flowers you then colour in the background with your Dark Basic Black Stampin’ Blends marker. It will colour right over the top of any ‘mistakes’. Truthfully, I don’t worry too much if I do go out of the lines. It happens sometimes.

After colouring the patterned paper, I matted it on a piece of Basic White cardstock. Now, you could add it to the centre of your card base, but for something different, I chose to position this panel off-centre.

All that was left then was to add the sentiment which comes from the Happiest of Birthdays stamp set. I added a few extra touches in the form of Matte Black Dots and some ribbon (which I coloured with the Pool Party Stampin’ Blends so that it match my flowers). It’s as easy as that to create a cool card for any occasion.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this feature of creating cards with the True Love Designer Series Paper. When we buy a pack of paper we do get quite a few sheets and I know some of you are scared to cut into it…just in case you ‘ruin it’ or run out of it. I am hoping I’ve inspired you to get your paper out and actually use it. You can always order more from my online store if you do happen to use it all up! These products are so fabulous and they are fun to use! I know your recipients are going to love receiving your gorgeous cards!

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