September Workshop Card

Super simple card, yet has a lot of impact, using embossing folder and punches.

My Supplies List (all supplies and images by Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted):

Stamp Set(s): Button Buddies, Perfect Pennants

Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Papers: Rich Razzleberry, Certainly Celery, Soft Suede

Accessories: Sweet Buttons embosslit, Modern Label punch, Word Window punch, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder

Petite Purse

I just realized I never shared this little gem.  I found the instructions on Gwen's blog.  This was super easy to make.  It's itty bitty, just enough for a little candy bar or a little jewelry, pocket-sized hand sanitizer, endless possibilities.

My Supplies List (all supplies and images by Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted):

Stamp Set(s): None

Ink: None

Papers: Daffodil Delight, Basic Black, Ice Cream Parlor DSP (retired - SAB 2011)

Accessories: Round Tab punch, Polka Dot Melon Mambo ribbon (retired), Signo White Gel Pen

Language of Friendship

I have a new favorite stamp set lately.  It is a new set from the new Idea Book & Catalog, called Language of Friendship.  This stamp set coordinates with the Two-Step Bird punch and the Boho Blossoms punch.  What's even better, is that the way the stamps stamp, they line up perfectly with the punches, so that there is no waste!  Stamp once, then punch once, and you've got your pieces.  Totally awesome.

Today's card is CASE'd from Michele Reynolds.

My Supplies List (all supplies and images by Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted):

Stamp Set(s): Language of Friendship

Ink: Pool Party, Island Indigo, Lucky Limeade

Papers: Pool Party, Island Indigo, Lucky Limeade

Accessories: Designer Frames embossing folder, Two-Step Bird punch, Boho Blossoms punch, Basic Rhinestones, Sponge

Paisley Dedication

This post is dedicated to a special customer of mine... Pat! :D

Apparently I have never shared this card online, and it's one of Pat's favorites.  Since I've been busy working on cards for my Card Buffets lately, which I don't want to share until after each event; I thought I'd share this card.  This one was originally made for a challenge.  I can't remember which challenge it was now.  I never submitted it, thus never shared it.  Oops.

My Supplies List (all supplies and images by Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted):

Stamp Set(s): Tags 'til Christmas, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink: Mellow Moss (retired)

Papers: Bravo Burgundy, More Mustard, Paisley Petals DSP

Accessories: Decorative Label punch, Scallop Edge punch, Antique Brad, Mellow Moss taffeta ribbon (retired)

Teachers Gifts

I had some clear-mount cases lying around.  I've been wanting to do this for a long time.  I thought these might be perfect for my daughter's new teachers, so I got busy.

 The cover piece is DSP cut at 7" x 10".  I used My Digital Studio to design the "notes" layer.

This is the inside.  The pocket on the left is made with 5 1/2" x 6".  With 5 1/2" side on top, score 1/4" on each side.  With 6" on top, score at 3".  Fold the score lines and apply tape on the 1/4" portions.  Use a circle punch to create a notch.

Another option, is using the same DSP as the front piece, after you cut the 7" x 10" for the cover, use 1/2 of the bigger left over piece to create the envelope.  This piece is 5" x 6".  With 5" on top, score 1/4" on each side.  With 6" on top, score at 3".  With the 7" x 2" piece left over, you can cut it down to 5" x 2" and cover the top of the notepad.

I got the notepads from Office Depot.  The size I got is 5" x 8", in a pack of 12.  I then took it to the Business Center counter and asked them to cut the pads down an inch.  The cutting only cost me $1.25 for the whole pack.  You could also get the 4" x 6" notepads and possibly have room left over for a pen, too.  Just have to remember to get skinny pens, so they'll fit in the case when closed.

Backpacks

I made several of these oh-so-cute backpacks for kids for back to school.  I made some first time last year. HERE is the blogpost, complete with links to instructions.

 Side view:

When I made these last year, I used the Friskars paper trimmer and bone folder to make my score lines.  It was okay, but the way the paper folded, did not exactly line up perfectly.  This year, Stampin' Up! came up with the Simply Scored scoring board.

Simply Scored #122334

Oh my goodness, I could not wait to get my hands on that thing!  I love creating 3D items, and having this score board is heavenly.  My score lines now line up.  I know... it's the little things. :)

Here's what I've learned in using this board.

1. Stand up when scoring.
2. Hold Stylus at close to 90-degree to the board (almost straight up and down).
3. Don't go extremely fast down the paper.
4. Use the big end of the stylus, if you tend to jump tracks.

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