Charming Day Card ~ Color Dare #667

How are you today? It's Friday so that means our Design Team at Color Dare has a new color challenge for you. Use at least 3 colors shown in the graphic seen below. There are Free colors to use in addition to the 3 from the graphic. Do not add any extra colors beyond that. Make any paper craft you like. When you're ready to join our challenge, Click Here.

For my project I decided to go easy and use some already colored flowers I had on my desk. The flowers were colored with Stampin' Blend Marker and fit the rules of the challenge so I was good to go. I kept the design simple and used the colors again for the background. I like how the Glimmer Paper adds a sparkly touch and the strip along the side a foiled touch. So much texture!

The flowers are popped up on foam for two reasons: first, it gives some extra dimension and second, it's a good way to stick something to glitter paper. I completed the design with a sentiment and some gems.

On the inside of the card I used cardstock for white space to write on. I added some more glimmer paper and another small flower ready to go. 

Direct link to Color Dare #667

Charming Day Stamp Set
Coordinates with other products!

Pastel Ombre Glimmer Paper

Flower Garden Foils

A few basic supplies used:

• Cardstock: Basic White, Lemon Lolly
• Ink: Tuxedo Black
• Stamin' Blends: Petal Pink, Strawberry Slush, Granny Apple Green, Old Olive
• Rhinestone Basic Jewels
• Stampin' Dimensionals

Now it's your turn to give our color challenge a try! How will you use the colors? We can't wait to find out! Have fun!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images©Stampin' Up

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Winter Scene Card ~ Team Challenge

 Hello! Today I'm sharing another project for our August Team Challenge. This challenge is to create a project with a Winter or Snow theme. Since I just got my order from our upcoming September Online Exclusives I was all set to create for this theme! 

I love using blues with snow/winter. Misty Moonlight is such a pretty shade of blue and pairs well with white and the glittery accents I've used.

I knew I wanted to use our Shimmery White Embossing Paste for the snowflakes so I used several of the dies to create a stencil. This time I used cardstock for the stencil but I think I'll make a new one using a piece of window plastic to make it last.

The image is simply stamped in Misty Moonlight ink in die cut circle. This circle is then layered on a die cut Glimmer paper a bit larger. Because it's harder to stick anything to glimmer paper I popped up the white circle with Stampin' Dimensionals. It sticks well and adds dimension. 

The addition of a bow and some Rhinestones finished the look. The photo doesn't really do it justice.

This is the stencil I created. Using a palette knife all you have to do is smear a bit of the embossing paste across the openings of the stencil. Scrape off the excess and gently peel up the stencil. Now you have a pretty, sparkly embossed image. Just let it dry for a bit then add to your project. It's a great way to accent your other details.

Winter Scenes
Available Sept. 3rd

Snowflake Kisses Dies
Available Sept. 3rd

Simply Said

Shimmery White Embossing Paste

Misty Moonlight Ribbon
Available Sept. 3rd

Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper
Available Sept. 3rd

A few more fun supplies to use:

• Cardstock: Basic White, Misty Moonlight
• Ink: Misty Moonlight
• Rhinestone Basic Jewels
• Tools: Palette Knife, Stampin' Dimensionals

Do you like this look? I love all the shimmer achieved in different ways! Thanks for stopping by!

Michelle Loncar 

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images©Stampin'Up

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What's Up Wednesday ~ Layout

 Welcome to What's Up Wednesday! This week I'm sharing an idea inspired by Janice Gilhooley for using only 3 sheets of 6" x 6" sheets of DSP! That's right....only 3 sheets!

I've selected my favorite DSP papers from the Beautiful Gallery Suite. It accents the blues, grays and tans in my photos nicely. You want your design to make your photos the star of your layout.

Once you have your 3 sheets of DSP selected, cut each piece into a 4" x 6" size. Now each piece has a 2" x 6" leftover piece. Take the 2" strips and cut in half to make 3" x 6" pieces. These small pieces will be used on the left page and the larger pieces on the right page. Ink the edges of the DSP by tapping them on the Secret Sea ink Pad. Set aside.

Cut a piece of Secret Sea CS to 5" x 10" and a second piece to 5" x 7". Use the corner die in one corner on each piece. Apply white pigment ink to accent this die cut using a blending brush. Set aside.

Die cut 3 flower, 3 leaf images and a title in Cloud Cover CS. Set aside.

For the layout base use full sheets of Secret Sea and White Willow. The white needs to be cut 1/2"one side then turned 90 degrees and trimmed 1/4". This gives you an an equal border on 3 sides with the right edge lined up with the base edge.

To assemble the LEFT page glue down the white to the layout base. My photos are 3" x 4" and fit well on the larger Secret Sea mat. You could also use a 4" x 6" photo and then have space for a journal spot. Position this photo mat on the base to determine where to stamp your accent images in 2nd or 3rd generation Secret Sea. You just want the images peeking out. Once your stamping is done glue down the photo mat. 

Next up is the DSP. Place the top strips and overlap the middle one onto the outer two strips. Do the same with the lower strips making the middle overlay. This gives the impression the strips are connected and run under the photo mat. 

Place the die cut flowers and leaves as shown. The title goes along the top of the photos and the Pressed Flower Motifs are scattered around the page.

Now let's make the RIGHT page! Place the DSP large pieces starting with the one in the upper right corner. Decide where to stamp the accent images and stamp them again using 2nd or 3rd generation ink then glue down the DSP. Glue down the photo mat with the die cut corner leaving the top edge free so you can slip a couple of photo edges behind. After they are placed you can glue it down on top of the other photos. Add the die cut flowers and leaves. Add your Pressed Flower Motifs as you like. 

There you go! A very lovely double page layout using only 3 sheets of 6" x 6" DSP! Change out the DSP for a totally different look! Want to use patterns from larger DSP sheets? Just trim them down to 6" x 6" and you're good to go! I LOVE this design and will be using it over and over again. Let's see if you can spot the design dressed in different colors/DSP!

Beautiful Gallery Suite

Mini Alphabet Dies

A few basic supplies needed:

• Cardstock: White Willow, Secret Sea, Cloud Cover
• Ink: Secret Sea, White Pigment
• Blending Brush

I hope you enjoyed seeing this layout. I hope you give this design a try!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images©Stampinup

#showandtellwithmichelle #layouts #beautifulgallery

Changes are Coming!

 

We are in for some changes with our SU products. I know, I know.....change is not a good feeling. Sometimes though it turns out exciting and fun! It just takes a little adjustment and an open mind.

Cling Stamps (Red Rubber Stamps)

Starting November 2025 Online Exclusives all NEW stamps will be clear Photopolymer. Materials for the red rubber are becoming hard to resource thus the transition. 

In December 2025, all cling stamps from the Sept - Dec 2025 Mini Catalog will move to Last Chance Products and only available while supplies last.

In April 2026, all cling stamps in the 2025-2026 Annual Catalog will move to Last Chance Products and available only while supplies last.

New Stamp & Die Packaging

Starting with November Online Exclusives there will be new packaging for all new stamps and dies. The new packaging will be a larger version of the of the envelope that dies currently come in. The envelope will measure 5-5/8" x 9" with an insert showing stamp or die artwork for quick identification. The sleek design will help us store more in less space!

Stampin' Write Markers

August 20, 2025, all Stampin' Write Markers moved to Last Chance Products and will be available while supplies last. The growing popularity of the Stampin' Blends has created a decline of interest in the Stampin' Write Markers so they are being phased out.

I'm excited about these changes! I'm looking forward to having more space for my stamps and dies! Right now I'm thinking I'll organize my stamps by storing them on their sides so they fit on my shelves. Bins will organize them according to theme to make searching faster and easier. Or maybe I'll keep them in alphabetical order like they are now. Possibilities await!

As for the red rubber stamps and Stampin' Write Markers going away, honestly I won't miss either of them. I love the clear stamps as they are so much easier to position and I use the Stampin' Blends all the time. So in fact, for me, there is only the packaging change I need to adjust to. 

What do you think of these changes? How will you adjust to them?

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up ® Demonstrator 

Images © Stampin' Up

Artistic Leaves Card ~ Color Dare #666

 Welcome to a new Color Dare Challenge! Each Friday we give you a new color combo to use for your project. For this challenge you must use all 3 colors shown in the graphic. We do give you some FREE colors to use in addition to the 3 shown. Do not add any extra colors beyond that. Be careful if you are combining challenges.

I've been working into using the Fall colors lately. Here I am featuring Very Vanilla, Pretty Peacock and Timid Tiger.  The pattern paper is from our 20235-2027 In Color 6"x6" DSP pack. I broke up the pattern a bit by cutting it into 3 strips. This lets the mat color show through and softens the look of the bolder pattern paper. The circle was die cut on the lighter side of the two-tone cardstock.

To get gems that color matched I used Rhinestone Basic Jewels and the dark Stampin' Blend Marker. I swirled the brush tip on the jewel and let it dry a little. After placing and pressing it on my card I touched up the top of the jewel with the brush tip.

2025-2027 In Color Sale
Cloud Cover, Darling Duckling, Secret Sea, Strawberry Slush and Timid Tiger

Stylish Shapes Dies

2025-2027 In Color 6"x6" DSP
Part of the Sale!

A few more products used:

• Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Pretty Peacock Two-Tone
• Inks: Pretty Peacock, Timid Tiger (on sale)
• Stampin' Blend Markers: Pretty Peacock
• Rhinestone Basic Jewels
• Linen Thread
• Stampin' Dimensionals

Be sure to check out the Sale! It's a great time to stock up or try a new color or two!

Now it's your turn to create and share at Color Dare. We love seeing how our colors inspire you!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images© Stampin' Up

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Beautiful Gallery Card

 I love what I have to share with you today! It's really quite simple to create but looks like it was a real challenge! 

Using one of my favorite DSP pack, Beautiful Gallery, this is a great way to create a stunning look for this particular pattern. The frame die from the Suite cuts all 3 layers shown at once. After that all you have to do is apply the adhesive strips to the outer and inner pieces. 

Place the outer piece on the card base first. Next place the middle layer gluing it directly to the card front. Finally, place the inner layer. Add a few of the Pressed Flower gems and it's done. 

It's so pretty just like this you don't even need a sentiment on the front.

The inside of the card is also simple. I used a piece of the DSP that was left over from the die cut to add a pretty touch to the inside. I haven't added a sentiment yet. I'll do that when I decide what I'll use the card for. 

Did I mention this card is really simple to make? What do you think? Will you give it a try?

Beautiful Gallery Suite
Products also available individually

A few basic products:

• Cardstock: Secret Sea, Basic White
• Foam Adhesive Strips

Why not give this design a try? It's quite simple but carries a big impact. Try it with other pattern papers for different looks. It will look wonderful no matter what!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images©Stampin' Up

#showandtellwithmichelle #cardmaking #beautifulgallery

Fall Card ~ August Team Challenge

In August we have the Team Challenge of creating a Fall item and this is what I created. When falling asleep the night before I thought about using Blackberry Bliss with Timid Tiger. I think it turned out to be a fun look.  

The Artistic Leaves stamp set is beautiful! I found I got the best results Stamping the details image in the darker color. The Timid Tiger is a 2nd generation stamping. This means I inked the stamp, stamped on scrap paper then without relinking I stamped on top of the detailed image. Play around and see what you like best with whatever color combinations you use.

I used Blackberry Bliss for the card base and the lighter side for the mats. The timid Tiger is the lighter side, too.  It was also the perfect time to add some Flat Pearls from the 2025-2027 In Color product line.

Here's a peek at the inside of the card. I had an extra leaf looking for a home. It's always nice to have a little decoration on the inside, too. I'll stamp a sentiment when I decide what I need to say when using the card.

Artistic Leaves 

2025-2027 In Color Sale

By the way, we have a great sale going in August: 2025-2027 In Color products are on sale for 15% off! This is a great time to stock up or try out the sale products. 

2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls
Part of the In Color Sale during August!

Timid Tiger Two-Tone Cardstock
Part of the In Color Sale during August!

Timid Tiger Ink
Part of the In Color Sale during August!

A few additional basic supplies:

• Cardstock: Basic White, Blackberry Bliss Two-Tone
• Ink: Blackberry Bliss
• Stampin' Dimensionals

Have you taken advantage of our 2025-2027 In Color Sale yet? I have! Be sure to check it out! 

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

Images© Stampi' Up

#showandtellwithmichelle #cardmaking #2025-2027InColorSale #teamchallenge