A mess of 3" x 3" cards...

I love 3x3 cards.  They're perfect to go on a package or in a bag.  A set makes a good gift all it's own as well.  Here are some 3x3 cards to inspire you:

Babies - girl and boy

Elegant wedding cards

Boy and girl birthday cards in coordinating colors

Manly cards using the best ever Guy Greetings stamp set

Feminine cards using the Flower Patch stamp set and masking

Flowering Fields and Flower Patch...

Today's card using some elements from all our current catalogs.  This is a fun feminine birthday card.

The card size is 5-1/2" x 3-1/2" to give it a taller look.  The flowers and designer paper are from the Sale-a-bration catalog.  When you spend $50, you can get one of these products free - Flower Fields or Wildflower Fields Designer Series Paper.  The words are from the Flower Patch stamp set in the annual catalog.  They are stamped in Versamark and heat embossed with White Embossing Powder.  The enamel dots are from the It's My Party Enamel Dots pack in the Occasions Catalog.  This card also looks lovely in just black and white.  

Flower Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set 134207 Price: $26.00 Oh, the flowers you can make with the images from this set! It's got all the shapes and sizes you'll want plus great greetings and several stems for endless possibilities. This is a Two-Step Stampin' set, which gives you so many creative options--combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 19 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, d, g, h

It's My Party Enamel Dots 140554 Price: $4.00 Go dotty. Peel and stick these enamel dots all over your projects. * 96 Dots * 3/16", 1/8" | 4.8 mm, 3.2 mm * 16 each of 3 colors: Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Mint Macaron

Wildflower Fields Designer Series Paper 141022 Price: $0.00 Take time to smell the wildflowers, then cover your projects with sweet blooms. Each sheet is double sided for double the creative options. * 12 sheets, 2 each of 6 double-sided designs * 12" x 12" | 30.5 x 30.5 cm * Acid free * Lignin free Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Blackberry Bliss, Calypso Coral, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Old Olive, Whisper White

Flowering Fields Clear-Mount Stamp Set 141303 Price: $0.00 Stamp a flowery field that lasts and lasts. Mix and match flowers for a casual look or use a just a few. Combine with greetings from your favorite stamp sets for the perfect creation. Our clear-mount stamps * Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps. * Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time. * Are precut so you don't have to trim. * Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage. * Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). * Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 7 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, h

A fun Floral Framelits card....

Today's card is from one of our new Crew Stampers, Lucy Taylor.  Lucy made this fun flower shaped card for our last Demonstrator meeting.

One of the things I like best about our stamp sets, is that you can mix and match to make a bazillion different looks.  I love the colors on this card as well.  

Here is the card open.  You can see she folded her card in half first, then ran it through the Big Shot with the Floral  Frames Die, leaving the fold inside the die so it wouldn't cut. She used a smaller die for the front and inside.  Beautiful card Lucy!

Supplies used:
Flower Patch, Crazy About You, Garden in Bloom, Gorgeous Grunge stamp sets
Floral Frames Collection Framelits Dies
Mossy Meadow, Whisper White, Hello Honey card stock
Mossy Meadow, Basic Black, Rich Razzleberry, Watermelon Wonder, Soft Sky ink
Rhinestone Basic Jewels

Floral Frames Collection Framelits Dies 127012 Price: $27.00 Create die-cut accents and shapes in record time with Framelits dies and the Big Shot. Framelits' open design allows you to place them where you want for precise cutting. Layer several die cuts or use individually. * 5 dies * Largest image: 5-1/4" x 5-1/4" * Use with Big Shot

Flower Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set 134207 Price: $26.00 Oh, the flowers you can make with the images from this set! It's got all the shapes and sizes you'll want plus great greetings and several stems for endless possibilities. This is a Two-Step Stampin' set, which gives you so many creative options--combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 19 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, d, g, h

Garden In Bloom Photopolymer Stamp Set 139433 Price: $25.00 You don't have to wait for the right time of year to make your garden bloom. All you need is this stamp set, ink, and paper. This is a Two-Step Stampin' set, which gives you so many creative options--combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 20 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, h

Crazy About You Clear-Mount Stamp Set 138859 Price: $39.00 Whatever you need to say, this set will help you say it. Mix and match words to come up with just the right message. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 33 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): d, g, h

2014-2016 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock 133681 Price: $7.00 The best projects start with the best products. Start your projects with our high-quality cardstock, formulated especially for discerning crafters. The ultrasmooth surface is ideal for stamping, so you get clean, crisp images. And it's dyed with pure color all the way through so there's no white core. * 20 sheets * 8-1/2" x 11" * 4 sheets each of 5 colors: Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist * 80-lb. weight * Acid free * Lignin free

Single Layer Swaps - Day 2!

I have two more beautiful cards to share with you today.  They both used a collage look, but with different twists on their cards.

The first card is from one of our newest Crew stampers, Vicky Collins!  Vicky used the By the Tide stamp set to make a great background then added her sentiment on top with some of our new Cherry Cobbler Thick Baker's Twine.

This is Vicky's first swap and she did a fantastic job!  Super cute!

Supplies used:
By the Tide and Guy Greetings stamp sets
Night of Navy, Real Red, Tip Top Taupe, Memento Black & Mossy Meadow ink
Whisper White card stock, Cherry Cobbler Thick Baker's Twine

Our next card is from Sylvia Meyer.  She used the Flower Patch stamp set to create a colorful background, then used the Ovals Collection Framelits to make a window for her focal point.

I love how she masked off the edges, then used a marker to make the border.  It's a faux layer!  

The inside sentiment is also the outside sentiment.  I love the little flower embellishment.  Adorable!!!

Supplies used:
Flower Patch stamp set
Flower Fair Framelits Dies (small flower) and Ovals Collection Framelits Dies
Whisper White, Daffodil Delight & Old Olive card stock
Melon Mambo, Memento Black, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive & Tempting Turquoise inks, Tempting Turquoise marker

By The Tide Clear-Mount Stamp Set 129120 Price: $20.00 Breathe in the smell of the sea and discover some of the marvels brought in By the Tide. These clear mount images will have you pining for low tide and the sound of ocean waves. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 7 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, e

Flower Patch Photopolymer Bundle 136788 Price: $43.25 Bundle and save! Buy these two coordinating products and save 15%. Flower Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set Oh, the flowers you can make with the images from this set! It's got all the shapes and sizes you'll want plus great greetings and several stems for endless possibilities. * Quantity: 19 photopolymer stamps * Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, d, g, h Flower Fair Framelits Dies Cut a garden of flowers in record time with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot. * 11 dies * Largest image: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" * Use with Big Shot

Ovals Collection Framelits Dies 129381 Price: $27.00 Create die-cut accents and shapes in record time with Framelits dies and the Big Shot. Framelits' open design allows you to place them where you want for precise cutting. Layer several die cuts or use individually. * 7 dies * Largest image: 4-1/4" x 5-1/8" * Use with Big Shot

Mixing it up with bundles!

One of my favorite things about our catalogs is the availability of bundles!  Yes, by purchasing the stamp set and coordinating die or punch, you can save 15%.  Of course, I must have ALL THE BUNDLES, so it's a great deal.  I mean, who doesn't want to save money?  I love the Flower Fair/Flower Patch Bundle in the big catalog and the Crazy About You/Hello You bundle in the Occasions catalog.  So what is to stop me (or you) from mixing and matching?  NOTHING!!!

Today's card uses the Flower Patch stamp set and Flower Fair Thinlits dies, along with the Hello You dies in the Occasions catalog.  I really love the Hello You Thinlits - one of my top 5 favorite new items.  The best thing about getting the stamps and dies, is that you can have them forever and never have to buy them again!  Use them hundreds of time if you want.  I know I have dies that have been loved thousands (well, at least many hundreds, but it seems like thousands) of times. Okay, now for our project today:

Don't you love the script used in the dies?  

A little closer look!

 Supplies used:
Flower Patch stamp set and Flower Fair Framelits Bundle, Hello You Thinlits Dies
Crushed Curry, Tangelo Twist, Whisper White card stock
Crushed Curry, Tangelo Twist and Blackberry Bliss card stock
Tangelo Twist 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon, Rhinestone Basic Jewels

Hello You Thinlits Dies 137363 Price: $24.95 Say hello to graceful die-cut sentiments. Includes four words: hello, happy, you, and thanks. Use with Big Shot and Standard Cutting Pads. 4 dies: largest image 4-1/4" x 1-1/2" (10.8 x 3.8 cm).

Flower Patch Photopolymer Bundle 136788 Price: $43.25 Bundle and save 15% Flower Patch Stamp Set + Flower Fair Framelits Dies.

Flower Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set

Flower Fair Framelits Die

 

Tangelo Twist 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon 133669 Price: $8.95 Gorgeous soft satin ribbon with tone-on-tone stitched lines down the center. In 2014-2016 In Colors. 10 yds.

Big Shot Special & Flower Patch!

Happy August everyone!  I'm really excited about this month.  Lots of stamping events and specials happening - the Big Shot Special, Christmas in August and back to workshops.  The girls will be back in school this month and Kim is coming home for a month or so after graduation from Florida State tomorrow!  Yay!


We are running an awesome special on our Big Shot Die Cutting System this month.  Whether you have always wanted one of your own, or you already have one, this is a fantastic deal for everyone!  Here are the details:

If you've been waiting for the right time to purchase a Big Shot, that time is August! When you buy a Big Shot during the month of August, you'll receive your choice of one of five FREE exclusive stamp set and Framelits bundles--that's up to a $60 US value absolutely free! If you already own a Big Shot, we're also offering a 15-percent discount on these select bundles.

Sumthin' Sumthin stamp set with Word Bubbles Framelits
Oh My Goodies stamp set with Deco Labels Framelits
Day of Celebration stamp set with Chalk Talk Framelits
Daydream Medallions stamp set with Floral Collection Framelits
Bright and Beautiful stamp set (Holiday Mini Catalog) with Stars Framelits

Click here for more details and photos!

Today's wonderful card is by Demonstrator Andrea Sharp from Essex Jct., VT.  You can check out her blog at http://asharpstamper.com/.  Andrea used the new Flower Patch stamp set.

I love how the framelits coordinate with the flowers in this set!!

Supplies used:
Flower Patch stamp set and Flower Fair Framelits
Hello Honey, Basic Gray and Whisper White card stock, Moonlight DSP
Pool Party, Lost Lagoon, So Saffron and Hello Honey ink
Stylish Stripes embossing folder, Scalloped Tag Topper Punch, Lost Lagoon Stitched Satin Ribbon, White Baker's Twine

Flower Patch Photopolymer Stamp Set 134207 Price: $25.95 Oh the flowers you can make with the Two-Step photopolymer images from this set! It's got all the shapes and sizes you'll want plus great greetings and several stems for endless possibilities. Set Quantity: 19. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Flower Fair Framelits Die 133731 Price: $24.95 Cut your stamped images, create layers and frames! 11 dies. Largest image: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2". Coordinates with Flower Patch Stamp Set.

Flower Patch Photopolymer Bundle 136788 Price: $43.25 Bundle and save 15% Flower Patch Stamp Set + Flower Fair Framelits Dies.

Flower Patch & Weekly Deals!

I'm so happy to be home from our Florida vacation!!!!  We had a great time and visited 9, yes 9, sets of family.  We traveled to Tallahassee to spend the 4th with my oldest daughter Kim, then off to Bradenton Beach to visited my brother and his family, along with my Dad and his significant other Marilyn, and a surprise visit from Marilyn's son's family. Then off to Lakeland for a night at my Dad's, then down to Port St. Lucie to see John's parents, sister and family and brother and his kids.  Some time at the beach, then a dessert and coffee with our brother-in-law and his mother.  After a couple days, we headed up to Orlando and had dinner with John's nephew and his family, then a day at Universal Studios to see the new Harry Potter area.  We ended up getting home a day late due to weather and a long lunch in Tallahassee on the way home.  2 days of laundry, unpacking and doing some household chores and I can now do what I want to do.  Yes!  I think I need a vacation to recover from the vacation!!

Today's card is from Demonstrator Reta D. and uses the Flower Patch stamp set and coordinating Flower Fair Framelits Dies.  Reta's card won the "Best in Show" swap at our meeting last month.  Congrats!!!

I'm loving how all these stamps and dies go together.  TIP:  When stamping large block images like these flowers, it helps to use one of our Stampin' Pierce Mats to lay the card stock on before stamping.  It gives just a little to make sure the stamp completely presses on your card stock.  

Here's a closer look on how the dies and stamps work together. The best part is the stamps are clear photopolymer so it's super easy to line up the images.    

Supplies used:

Flower Patch & Flower Fair Bundle, retired Tangerine Tango Ribbon

Crushed Curry and Whisper White card stock

Inks:  Hello Honey, Blackberry Bliss, Elegant Eggplant, Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist, Crisp Cantaloupe, Strawberry Slush, Early Espresso

Flower Patch Photopolymer Bundle 136788 Price: $43.25 Bundle and save 15% Flower Patch Stamp Set + Flower Fair Framelits Dies.

Stampin' Pierce Mat 126199 Price: $4.95 Protect work surfaces as you paper pierce. Also get even pressure and ink coverage with detailed or background stamps. 1 mat: 6-1/2" x 9-1/2". Buy 1 for piercing and 1 for stamping!

1" SQUARE PUNCH Price: $15.95 $11.96	GOLD BAKER'S TWINE Price: $3.50 $2.63	LARGE TRIANGLE PUNCH Price: $15.95 $11.96	LITTLE LABELS PUNCH PACK Price: $16.95 $12.71
MELON MAMBO 1/8" TAFFETA RIBBON Price: $5.95 $4.46	MINI METALLIC CLOTHESPINS Price: $3.95 $2.96	SCALLOP EDGE BORDER PUNCH Price: $15.95 $11.96	SUMMER SMOOCHES KIT - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD Price: $9.95 $5.97

For more details on our weekly deals, click here!