"What's Black and White and Red All Over?"

"The Newspaper!".... HA HA HA!

Or in this case, today's card (which technically is Basic Black, Very Vanilla, and Real Red!)...

I am so excited to share this card with you today, so whether you are a follower of mine or if you hopped on over here from Mary Fish's blog (I'm her featured Guest Stamper today!), then welcome!  I'm glad you're here!

I am LOVING the new Modern Medley Designer Series Paper, and I can't ever choose just one pattern to use so I combined a bunch of the sheets from that collection for today's card.  To me, nothing says "Elegant Christmas" more than black, white, and red, and I only have a few Christmas cards in my stash right now, so I decided to pair the DSP with the Joyful Christmas stamp set.  

I am IN LOVE with the result, and even though I told myself that I would not sit at my craft table like a robot manufacturing 50 of the same Christmas card this year, I just may have to make a few more of these:

I embossed the poinsettia with Silver Embossing Powder on Real Red twice, then cut the images out and layered them with Stampin' Dimensionals.  I knew that I wanted to create some sort of separation between the DSP patterns, and what says "Christmas" more than sparkle, so Silver Glimmer Paper it was!  A little bit of Dazzling Details on the center of the flower adds more sparkle to this already glimmering card!

Do you want to receive this card in your mailbox???  

Then join my Stamp of the Month Club next month - Joyful Christmas is the featured stamp set and this is one of the three cards you will receive!

Read on for more details on my Stamp of the Month Club!!!

Do you want to build your stamp collection with NEW stamps each month 

AND 

get some fun and pretty ideas on how to use them?  

If so, then my Stamp of the Month Club is for you!

Each month you will receive:

1) A Clear Mount Stamp Set Valued at $13.95-$16.95 (Wood Mount available for an additional $5.00)

2)  Three Demonstrator Quality cards made by me WITH envelopes!

3)  Detailed Picture Tutorials to make each card emailed to you

4) A Surprise Embellishment (Valued $2.95-$5.95) - All embellishments will be NEW and UNOPENED packages!  (Ribbon, Buttons, Washi Tape, Etc.)

You get ALL THIS for only $38.95 per month!  And that price INCLUDES the shipping!

Here's the details of HOW IT WORKS:

1) On the 1st of each month I will post the Stamp of the Month and show you the three cards that you will receive in your package.

2) You have until the 7th of the month to email me at stampinontherange@yahoo.com  to let me know that you want a spot in that month's club.

3) I will email you a Paypal invoice and you will have until the 9th of the month to pay it.

4)  I will order all stamp sets/embellishments on the 10th of the month.

5)  You receive your NEW GOODIES and CARDS in your mailbox!  Yeah, it's just like Christmas!  Except every month!

YOU MAY NOW ORDER ANY PREVIOUS MONTH'S CLUB!  JUST EMAIL ME LETTING ME KNOW WHICH MONTH YOU WOULD LIKE AND, AS LONG AS THE STAMP SET IS NOT RETIRED, NO PROBLEM!

* You can substitute an equal value stamp set if you already have that month's set.  You will still get the same 3 cards for that month!

* Participate for 3 consecutive months and get an extra Surprise Embellishment with your 3rd month's shipment!

* Participate for 6 consecutive months and get $10.00 OFF your 6th month's order AND an extra Surprise Embellishment with your 6th month's shipment!

* Participate for 12 consecutive months and get your 13th month FREE and TWO extra Surprise Embellishments in your 13th month's shipment!

If you have any questions, please email me at stampinontherange@yahoo.com

Thanks so much for visiting today!  Happy Stamping!

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Joyful Christmas

Ink:  Versamark, Black Staz-On

Paper:  Modern Medley DSP, Real Red, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Silver Glimmer

Embellishments:  Dazzling Details

Tools:  Silver Embossing Powder, Heat Tool

A New Technique... Faux Tiling!

I stumbled upon this great tiling technique on Pinterest and had to give it a try!  I love this background for a simple one or two layer card.  Take a look:

I stamped Daydream Medallions in Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry, and Baja Breeze before scoring.  As luck would have it, the scoring ended up creating a square in the exact spot where I needed to put my sentiment... when I replicated this card, that didn't happen!  Tip - You may want to score first, stamp your sentiment where you want it, and then work outward stamping the Daydream Medallions. 

Happy Stamping!

Supplies Used: 

Stamps:  Daydream Medallions, Made for You

Ink:  Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry, Baja Breeze

Paper:  Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White

Embellishments:  Basic Rhinestones

Tools:  Simply Scored

Butterfly Bundle!

Just popping in today to remind you all of the great special going on the now through the end of September... 15% OFF THE BUTTERFLY BUNDLE!

Bundle Item	Page in Catalog	Description	Retail Price	15% Savings Price	Amount Saved!
135311	90 183	Butterfly Bundle (Clear-Mount) Papillion Potpourri Clear-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch	$30.90	$26.27	$4.63
135312	90 183	Butterfly Bundle (Wood-Mount)  Papillion Potpourri Wood-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch	$34.90	$29.67	$5.23

Here are a few cards that I have made in the past using the Papillion Potpourri set and the Bitty Butterfly Punch:

Be sure to take advantage of this Special Bundle by September 30th!  And click on the link at the top of this page to go to my Online Store!

Happy Stamping!

September Stamp of the Month Club... Better Late than Never!

Hi friends!  Here are the details for the September Stamp of the Month Club featuring:

Wetlands

This month, you will receive two cards and one bookmark/tag with your order, as well as detailed photo directions of how to complete each project.  Read on for more info about the Stamp of the Month Club.  Since I am late announcing the club this month, you will have until the 22nd of September to email me that you want to join September's Club... and don't forget - you can still order August's Club too!

Do you want to build your stamp collection with NEW stamps each month 

AND 

get some fun and pretty ideas on how to use them?  

If so, then my Stamp of the Month Club is for you!

Each month you will receive:

1) A Clear Mount Stamp Set Valued at $13.95-$16.95 (Wood Mount available for an additional $5.00)

2)  Three Demonstrator Quality cards made by me WITH envelopes!

3)  Detailed Picture Tutorials to make each card emailed to you

4) A Surprise Embellishment (Valued $2.95-$5.95) - All embellishments will be NEW and UNOPENED packages!  (Ribbon, Buttons, Washi Tape, Etc.)

You get ALL THIS for only $38.95 per month!  And that price INCLUDES the shipping!

Here's the details of HOW IT WORKS:

1) On the 1st of each month I will post the Stamp of the Month and show you the three cards that you will receive in your package.

2) You have until the 7th of the month to email me at stampinontherange@yahoo.com  to let me know that you want a spot in that month's club.

3) I will email you a Paypal invoice and you will have until the 9th of the month to pay it.

4)  I will order all stamp sets/embellishments on the 10th of the month.

5)  You receive your NEW GOODIES and CARDS in your mailbox!  Yeah, it's just like Christmas!  Except every month!

YOU MAY NOW ORDER ANY PREVIOUS MONTH'S CLUB!  JUST EMAIL ME LETTING ME KNOW WHICH MONTH YOU WOULD LIKE AND, AS LONG AS THE STAMP SET IS NOT RETIRED, NO PROBLEM!

* You can substitute an equal value stamp set if you already have that month's set.  You will still get the same 3 cards for that month!

* Participate for 3 consecutive months and get an extra Surprise Embellishment with your 3rd month's shipment!

* Participate for 6 consecutive months and get $10.00 OFF your 6th month's order AND an extra Surprise Embellishment with your 6th month's shipment!

* Participate for 12 consecutive months and get your 13th month FREE and TWO extra Surprise Embellishments in your 13th month's shipment!

If you have any questions, please email me at stampinontherange@yahoo.com

New Clearance Items Just Added!

Just popping in today to let you all know that SU! just added loads of great products to the Clearance Rack!

Click HERE to go to my Clearance Rack before supplies are gone!

Fun with Washi!

Today's card uses the popular polaroid layout.  For the "picture" portion, I used washi tape to create a fun focal point.  I have had this washi tape sitting at the back of my desk for quite a while, and I finally decided to take it for a test drive!  Boy, what was I waiting for?!  I love the stuff!  It is super easy to use, and not to mention, a great value!  You get three rolls for only $4.95!  

To create this square panel, I found it easiest to tape outside the box onto my work surface and then trace around the edges with my paper snips... nice clean edges, and you don't have to worry about tucking all those pieces of tape around the back.  Super quick and easy!

Happy Stamping!

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Oh Hello

Ink:  Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise

Paper:  Retired Brights DSP Stack, Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White

Embellishments:  Retired Brights Brads, Washi Tape

Tools:  Floral Fusion Sizzlits, Curly Label Punch

September's "Best of" Set...

Just popping in today to tell you about the new "Best of" set for September!  Take a look:

Best Of Autumn Clear-Mount Stamp Set	134390
Price: $14.95
Celebrate the change of seasons with some of our favorite autumn-themed stamp images from the past 25 years! The five-piece Best of Autumn Stamp Set brings together some beautiful fall images, along with a never-before-seen “Give Thanks” stamp that makes this the perfect set for your autumn projects!

CASE of a Chocolate Case!

Today's fun and cute project was CASEd from the wonderful Mary Fish, my talented upline!  She had a similar chocolate box on her blog a few months back, and I thought that it would make a super cute little gift!  Take a look:

The belly band slips off so that the box can be opened.

Inside the box are nine Hershey's Nuggets... all perfectly nestled in this cute little box!  Some coordinating Bitty Butterflies and Basic Pearls add to the delightful presentation!

Happy Stamping!

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Made for You, Papillion Potpourri

Ink:  Rich Razzleberry, Tangerine Tango

Paper:  Retired DSP, Daffodil Delight, Bashful Blue, Rose Red, Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry

Embellishments:  Basic Pearls, Brights Brads (Retired), Lucky Limeade Baker's Twine

Tools:  Bitty Butterfly Punch, Elegant Butterfly Punch, 2 1/2" Circle Punch, Delicate Doilies Sizzlits

Flying Butterflies... A Fun Surprise!

Yup, it's been quite a while since my last post... time flies!  No excuses, really.  But here's a fun new card to start my creative juices flowing again:

I embossed the Swallowtail stamp with Clear Embossing Powder then sponged Baked Brown Sugar, Strawberry Slush, and Coastal Cabana on top using my sponge daubers.

Here's a close up of my butterfly.  I love the versatility of the clear embossing powder!  And when you open up this card, this is what awaits you:

Fun floating butterflies!  I CASEd (Copy and Share Everything) this card from the talented Julie Davison!  Check out her blog for the directions for this card!

Thanks for stopping by, and Happy Stamping!

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Swallowtail, Papillion Potpourri

Ink:  Baked Brown Sugar, Coastal Cabana, Strawberry Slush, Versamark

Paper:  Coastal Cabana, Strawberry Slush, Whisper White

Embellishments:  None

Tools:  Heat Tool, Window Sheets, Elegant Butterfly Punch, Bitty Butterfly Punch, Clear Embossing Powder, Sponge Daubers