FLASH SALE ~ National Scrapbooking Day!

 

24 Hour Flash Sale Saturday May 2nd

 celebrating National Scrapbooking Day!

For 24 hours get 20% off select Memory Keeping Products!

CLICK HERE to shop the Flash Sale!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net

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24 Hour Flash Sale Tomorrow May 2nd!

Tomorrow is National Scrapbooking Day!  

Saturday May 2nd there will be a 24 hour FLASH SALE on Select Memory Keeping Products. Come back tomorrow for the Flash Sale!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

Michelle Loncar.stampinup.net

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Watercolor Leftovers ~ Color Dare #702

Welcome! Today I'm sharing an idea using the leftovers from a watercolor attempt. I say attempt because the flowers didn't turn out well with this color combo. I still had the leftovers and decided they would work great for this idea. 

This was made for the Color Dare Challenge #702. Using at least 2 of the colors in the graphic, create any paper craft you like. Free colors can be used with the challenge colors but do not add any extra colors beyond that. When you're ready to join our challenge use the direct link below the graphic.

Here is the finished card. Colors are Blackberry Bliss, Soft Sea Foam and Cloud Cover. The colors are for a Color Dare Challenge that went live last Friday, May 1st. This design was inspired by Patti Dolan and I couldn't wait to give it a try!

Direct Link to Color Dare #702

Using the Scalloped Wishes Bundle.....I LOVE this bundle.....I die cut the elements for the oval . I decided to use a piece of DSP from the Nature Walk pack and I splattered Blackberry Bliss ink over that layer. 

The flowers and leaves were die cut from leftover water colors and a piece of watercolor paper. When you watercolor with reinkers you get these wonderful puddles of ink left over. DON'T just wipe it up after you're done painting! Mix it up a bit then take your watercolor paper and blot it up. Turn the paper around and get all the pretty goodness onto that paper! Use the Glass Mat or Silicone Craft Sheet for your watercolor projects. They wipe clean after you're all finished.

Here are my puddles of ink mixed together a bit with a piece of watercolor paper ready to go. When painting you drop your ink with space between them. Once done painting move that ink around so it's diluted, close together and even mixing in some places. Lay the watercolor on top and press, smooth and soak up the ink. Soak up as much as your paper will hold.

NOTE: Our regular size Cloud Cover ink pad is not yet ready for purchase. In the meantime all you have to do is get the Uninked Stampin' Spots and the Cloud Cover Reinker. Viola! You now have a Cloud Cover ink pad.

This is what my piece of watercolor paper looked like after die cutting. You can see that I picked out the places I wanted to use for my leaves and flowers. I still have more space I can use on other projects!

Here is a look at the inside of my card. It's always fun to decorate the inside, too! Don't forget the envelope as well.

I hope you use this tip when you watercolor. Using the leftovers makes our supplies even more versatile and cost efficient!

Have fun and we can't wait to see what you create with our colors!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net

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Boutique Blossom ~ Color Dare #702

You know what Friday means!  It's time for a new color combo from Color Dare Challenge! This week we have a three color combo and you must use at least TWO of the colors shown. There are Free colors you can add but do not add any extra colors beyond that. See the graphic below for more info. When you're ready to join our challenge use the direct ink below the graphic.

Make any paper craft you like. Most of all.....have fun! We can't wait to see how you use our colors!

For my card I used all three colors: Blackberry Bliss, Cloud Cover and Soft Sea Foam. I also used some NEW products that will be available on May 5th....Tuesday!  Let's take a look!

If you know me you know I LOVE the Everyday Arches dies. Here I chose one that created a large enough space to include the flowers and a good sized sentiment.

The arch is a piece of DSP from the NEW Velvet Meadow pack. Some of the designs even have a flocked element! After die cutting the arch I snipped the corners from the left over piece and added them. It gives a nice finish to that layer and stops your eyes from roaming off the card. 

The images are gold heat embossed for the outline and stamped for the inside. This set is also NEW: Boutique Blossom Bundle. The inside image has differing textures that automatically give you the light and dark tones. The large flower is popped up for dimension and depth.

Here is how I stamped the inside of the card. It's always nice to add some images with the wording. Don't forget the envelope! That likes some love, too!

Direct link to Color Dare #702

Now it's your turn to create and share! How will you use our colors?

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

Images©Stampin' Up!®

#showandtellwithmichelle #colordarechallenge #colordare #cardmaking #boutiqueblossom

Available Tuesday May 5th:

Boutique Blossom Bundle

Scalloped Blooms Stamp Set

Velvet Meadow Designer Series Paper Pack

Available Now:

Silly Old Bear Suite ~ Online Exclusive May 5th!

Coming Tuesday, May 5th is a collection of NEW Online Exclusive products! 

Let's take a look at the Silly Old Bear Suite.

I know we tend to associate this collection of characters with children, BUT take a closer look!

Di you know that the products in a suite are also available individually? They sure are! You can order just the ones you want.

I'm sure you can see many child centered things to do with this products in the suite. But let's take a look at the sentiments. 

Read those sentiments carefully and I think you'll agree they have many uses for adults, too. I can think of all kinds of occasions to use each one! Birthdays, anniversaries, just because, and more! This stamp set is one I bet you use over and over!

Ok now look at this set of dies! The possibilities are endless. All the different shapes will create beautiful layers on your projects. Nest them together to create even more lovely looks!

I hope I made you think out of the box a bit with these two products. Look beyond the obvious and who knows what you'll see and create!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

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#showandtellwithmichelle #onlineexclusives #sillyoldbearsuite #lookbeyondtheobvious

What's Up Wednesday ~ Scrapbooking Made Easy!

 Welcome to What's Up Wednesday. Let's talk Scrapbooking Kits. Are you a scrapbooker? Do you aspire to be a scrapbooker? It's really easy to get started with our scrapbook kits or use it as a starting point if you're already a scrapper!

Our SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP KITS
- Are designed projects that come in a range of project types.
- Are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects.
- Are available while supplies last.

This is the HEIRLOOM BOUTIQUE SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP KIT.

All products are Available starting Tuesday, May 5th. 

With this kit you'll make 3 double page layouts as seen below.... OR .... go rogue and use the materials to create your own design!

Here is a look at the kit contents. 

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Step-by-step instructions
- 9 sheets of Designer Series Paper
- 5 sheets of Two-Tone Cardstock
- 2 sheets of White Willow Cardstock
- 3 sheets of printed stickers and precut images
- Photo placeholders

Also available is a coordinated pack of Two - Tone card stock. Use this pack for additional embellishing, photo mats or even other craft projects.

Another addition could be the Heirloom Boutique Bundle of stamps and dies. Do you like to add stamped and die cut images to your layouts? This bundle coordinates beautifully with the kit!

The only items needed beyond the kit are a paper trimmer Stampin' Dimensionals and adhesive.

Our Scrapbooking Kits are a fantastic way to try your hand at scrapbooking. One of my favorite things about scrapbooking is reliving the moment again while you create the layouts! Then again as you share the album with others.

Come back Tuesday and take a look at the scrapbook kits we have available for you to start or continue your scrapbooking journey. You'll find them under SHOP --> Memory Keeping --> Scrapbooking Workshop Kits.

Happy Scrapping!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

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#showandtellwithmichelle #scrapbookingkits #scrapbooking #heirloomboutique

Paper Pumpkin ~ May

 The beautiful Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin can be yours..... if you sign up May 10th!

Paper Pumpkin is a fun subscription product you'll really love! You can subscribe in a couple of ways:

• pay as you go monthly
• three months at a time
• six months at a time
• 12 months for a full year of fun

You can even GIFT someone a Paper Pumpkin subscription!

No matter how you go you'll receive Stampin' Rewards if you've entered that program.

Did I mention that Paper Pumpkin is exclusive? Only subscribers can get the Paper Pumpkin kits and exclusive add-on products!

 

Click here for Paper Pumpkin information.

Stampin' Rewards: you must have an online account (free), opt in to Stampin' Rewards and spend at least $20 to earn 10% in Rewards. The Rewards will deposit into your account for use on a future order. 

So here's your assignment:

• set up a free online account
• opt in for Stampin' Rewards
• check out Paper Pumpkin (sign up by the 10th of the month)
• take a look around other products while you're there

Have a crafty day!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

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#showandtellwithmichelle #paperpumpkin #stampinrewards