Stamping with Michelle

Decorative Borders Birthday Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Decorative Borders and Something Fancy
    Ink: Orchid Oasis and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        Orchid Oasis - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 1/2" x 3 3/4"
        Tahitian Tide - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Basic White - 4 1/4" x 3 3/4" and 2" x 3"
    Accessories: Something Fancy Dies, Tahitian Tide Light and Dark Blends, Orchid Oasis Light and Dark Blends, Parakeet Party Light and Dark Blends, Daffodil Delight Light and Dark Blends, Orchid Oasis Metallic Woven Ribbon and Stampin' Dimensionals

We are all super busy these days, and it is easy to have special occasions sneak up on us.  Today's card is a birthday card that is perfect for those times when you look at the calendar and you realize that your best friend's birthday was yesterday.  I like the sentiment on this card....who can argue with stretching out a birthday celebration, lol.

Finally, when you place an order on my website of at least $30 in the month of March using hostess code ZPPZAK3J  I will send you a card kit containing the supplies to make these four cards that we created at my last card class.  I will also email you copies of the samples along with supply lists.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

March Specials and Promotions

Get a free box organizer in the April Paper Pumpkin.  This organizer fits perfectly in a Paper Pumpkin box and will help you organize your supplies from past kits.  Subscribe by April 10 so you don't miss it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make sure you check out our online exclusives, products that aren't shown in any print publication!  Check them out on my website here.

Happier than Happy Birthday Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Happier than Happy and Go To Greetings
    Ink: Early Espresso and Mossy Meadow
    Card Stock:
        Crumb Cake - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" 
        Early Espresso - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Happy Forest Friends Designer Series Paper - 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
        Pear Pizzazz - 3" x 4 1/4"
        Basic White - 3 1/2" x 4"
        Mossy Meadow - 2 1/2" x 3"
    Accessories: Happy Forest Dies, Desert Details Dies, Something Fancy Dies, Faux Suede Trim and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

 

One of my nephew's had a birthday last month, and our tradition is that my husband and I take the birthday child out for dinner around their birthday.  We got to do that a couple of weeks ago and this is the card that I gave him.  I chose to use the Happier than Happy set with the cute, little bear in it.  I've got several different die sets that I pulled out, but this card actually came together really quickly once I got started.

When you place an order on my website of at least $30 in the month of February using hostess code XX9ET2M6 you will be entered into a drawing for a mystery grab bag of products valued of at least $40.  These products are all retired, but they are new and unopened. Winner will be announced at the beginning of March.  Congratulations to Adele Nichols who was the winner for the month of January.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

February Specials and Promotions

This February, you can use the fun and cheerful cards in the Sunshine and Smiles kit to bring joy and happiness to those around you.   Subscribe by February 10 so you don't miss it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Decorate for spring with this adorable wreath!  The Wreath in Blooms kit is just what you need to chase the winter blues away.  Check it out on my website here.

Adorable Owls Birthday Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Adorable Owls (Saleabration) and Charming Sentiments
    Ink: Soft Suede and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        Soft Suede: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Crushed Curry - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Delicate Desert Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        Basic White - 5 1/4" x 4"
    Accessories: Desert Details Dies, Crumb Cake Light and Dark Blends, Soft Suede Light Blends, Pumpkin Pie Dark Blends, Daffodil Delight Dark Blends, Poppy Parade Dark Blends, Red Rhinestones and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

 

Last week, one of my nieces turned thirteen.  We had her family birthday party yesterday, and this was the card I made for her.  I decided to use the Adorable Owls set (which really is adorable!) and it was a huge hit.  These owls are a Saleabration option that can be chosen for free with a $50 purchase.  I stamped him in Memento Black ink and colored him with my Blends markers.  Super easy and super cute!

When you place an order on my website of at least $30 in the month of January using hostess code YCRAC772 you will be entered into a drawing for a mystery grab bag of products valued of at least $40.  These products are all retired, but they are new and unopened. Winner will be announced at the beginning of February.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

January Specials and Promotions

The Key to My Heart kit will help you share your love with others, whether it on Valentines Day or any other day of the year.   Subscribe by January 10 so you don't miss it.

Dragonfly Garden Birthday Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Dragonfly Garden and Charming Sentiments
    Ink: Orchid Oasis and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        Orchid Oasis - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 1" x 3 1/2"
        Parakeet Party - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Daffodil Delight - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        Basic White - 1" x 3 1/2"
        Vellum - 2" x 6"
    Accessories: Sentiment Silhouette Dies, Fern Folder, Dragonflies Punch, Orchid Oasis Dark Blends, Parakeet Party Dark Blends, Daffodil Delight Dark Blends, Iridescent Rhinestones and Stampin' Dimensionals

I've got another family birthday card to share with you today.  My niece turned eleven a couple of weeks ago, and this was the card I created for her.  As I was looking over my stamps, trying to decide which set to use, my eyes lit on the Dragonfly Garden and the concept of stamping on vellum and coloring the back came to mind.  I haven't done that in while and it is a really cool look which lends itself well to the dragonflies.  One tip I would tell you is to make sure that the Memento ink is completely dry on the vellum before you try to color it.  Because the vellum isn't as porous as regular card stock, it takes longer to dry. I actually used my heat tool to speed up the drying time. 

When you place an order on my website in the month of October using hostess code K4QJBEDQ I will send you my Hello Harvest tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

October Specials and Promotions

Create nine whimsical Christmas cards featuring Santa and his reindeer with the October Paper Pumpkin kit.   Subscribe by October 10 so you don't miss it.

Season of Chic Birthday Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Season of Chic and Peaceful Moments
    Ink: Flirty Flamingo, Petal Pink, Blackberry Bliss, Rich Razzleberry and Versamark
    Card Stock:
        Soft Succulent - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Evening Evergreen - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Texture Chic Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        Sahara Sand - 2" x 3"
        Basic White - 2" x 5"
    Accessories: Seasonal Labels Dies, Chic Dies, Metallics Embossing Powder, Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon, Simply Elegant Trim, Rustic Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots and Stampin' Dimensionals

This past week my mother-in-law celebrated her 85th birthday.  I knew I needed a special card, and this is what I came up with.  I started by pulling out the Texture Chic Designer Series paper and selecting a pattern that I wanted to use. I decided to emboss the happy birthday to help bring out the gold in the paper, and from there it was a fairly simply matter to add flowers and ribbon as accents.  I was pretty pleased with how it came out.

When you place an order on my website in the month of September using hostess code K4QJBEDQ I will send you my Hello Harvest tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

October Specials and Promotions

Create nine whimsical Christmas cards featuring Santa and his reindeer with the October Paper Pumpkin kit.   Subscribe by October 10 so you don't miss it.

#SimpleStamping Friday: Biggest Wish Birthday

Materials:
    Stamps: Biggest Wish and Christmas Banner
    Ink: Polished Pink, Mango Melody and Granny Apple Green
    Card Stock:
        Mango Melody - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 2 1/4" x 3 3/4"
        Polished Pink - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Basic White - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8" and 2" x 3 1/2"
    Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals

 

One of my nieces turned nine this week, and we will be celebrating this weekend.  This is the card I made for her, and it just so happens to be a #SimpleStamping card perfect for #SimpleStamping Friday.  I had a thought to use different images of the word happy and create an all over background in fun happy colors.  I love the way it turned out!

When you place an order on my website in the month of September using hostess code 43TZZVJG I will send you my Hello Harvest tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

September Specials and Promotions

The September Paper Pumpkin kit, Spooky Treats, will help you create 18 treat boxes that you can share with friends and family for Halloween.  Subscribe by September 10 so you don't miss it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Don't miss our weekly deals all throughout the month of September.  New deals will be announced every Thursday.  You can view the weekly deals on my website here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 For the month of September, you can purchase a die sets for six of our stamp sets.  Check out these limited time bundles here.

Splendid Stems Birthday

Material:
    Stamps: Splendid Stems and Charming Sentiments
    Ink: Pear Pizzazz and Versamark
    Card Stock:
        Basic White - 5 1/2' x 8 1/2' and 3" x 4"
        Blackberry Bliss - 5 1/4" x 4" and 1 1/2" x 3"
        Splendid Day Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        Pear Pizzazz - 2" x 4"
        Pool Party - 2 1/2" x 3"
        Fresh Freesia - 2" x 3 1/2"
    Accessories: Splendid Stems dies, Sentiment Silhouettes Dies, Heat Tool, Basic Embossing Powder, Open Leaf Trinkets and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

Last month my grandmother celebrated her 90th birthday, and, over the weekend, the whole family gathered to celebrate.  There were almost fifty and we haven't been all together since before Covid.  It was so nice to gather and celebrate the life my grandmother has lived.  Although she's started to slow down a bit over the last couple of years, I can only hope to have half her energy if I'm blessed enough to live to be her age!

I needed a card that was as special as she is, and I chose the Splendid Thoughts suite.  I love the shimmer in the designer series paper and the stamps and dies allow for a card that gives a rather artsy feel without being overly complicated.

When you place an order on my website in the month of August using hostess code SYDNAQ7K I will send you my Splendid Thoughts tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

August Specials and Promotions

The August Paper Pumpkin kit, Sweet Sunflowers, will allow you to create nine beautifully designed cards in a watercolor style.  Subscribe by August 10 so you don't miss it.

Biggest Wish Birthday

Materials:
    Stamps: Biggest Wish
    Ink: Parakeet Party, Sweet Sorbet, Tahitian Tide and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        Tahitian Tide - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 1" x 4"
        Parakeet Party - 4" x 5 1/4" and 1" x 4"
        Basic White - 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
        Daffodil Delight - scrap
    Accessories: Sentiment Silhouette Dies, Parakeet  Party Dark Blends, Tahitian Tide Dark Blends, Basic Rhinestones and Stampin' Dimensionals

Today my baby boy, my youngest turns eighteen.  I now have all adult children.  It is so crazy to think.  For his birthday card, I again turned to some of our new In Colors which I just find to be so bright and happy.  This is a fairly simple card but it is super cheerful.  I finished it off with rhinestones that I colored with coordinating Stampin' Blends markers to give it some color.  I love how it turned out, and even though it isn't super adult looking it is bright and happy, just like my son.

When you place an order on my website in the month of July using hostess code S3DF3ZX7 I will send you my Season of Chic tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

July Specials and Promotions

The August Paper Pumpkin kit, Sweet Sunflowers, will allow you to create nine beautifully designed cards in a watercolor style.  Subscribe by July 10 so you don't miss it.

Happier Than Happy Birthday Card

Materials:
        Stamps: Happier Than Happy and Party Puffins
        Ink: Early Espresso and Calypso Coral
        Card Stock:
            Calypso Coral - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
            Crumb Cake - 5 1/4" x 4"
            Happy Forest Friends Designer Series Paper - 5 1/4" x 2"
            Pear Pizzazz - 3" x 3"
            Basic White - 3" x 4" and 1 1/2" x 3 1/2"
    Accessories: Happy Forest Dies, Tailor Made Tags Dies, Timber Folder, Decorative Circle Punch, White Frayed Ribbon, Iridescent Rhinestones and Stampin' Dimensionals

One of my nieces celebrated her seventh birthday this week.  I couldn't wait to order the Happier than Happy bundle but I've been so busy, I hadn't yet had a chance to play with it.  It seemed like the perfect opportunity to pull it out.  I have a lot of fun textures going on in this card, and it was a lot of fun to make. 

When you place an order on my website in the month of June using hostess code A2SEM9CQ I will send you my Happiness Abounds tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

June Specials and Promotions

 

 

From June 1-June 30, when you purchase one the kits in our Kits Collection, you can by a second kit a half price!  Kits are subject to availability.  View the entire kits collection by clicking here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The January-June catalog retires on June 30.  Be sure to check out the list of products that are going away and save up to 50% on selected retiring products.  Shop the Last Chance products by clicking here.

Charming Sentiments Birthday Card

Materials:
        Stamps: Charming Sentiments
        Ink: Night of Navy
        Card Stock:
            Basic White - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", 1 1/2" x 3 3/4" and 2" x 2"
            Night of Navy - 5 1/4" x 4" and 2" x 2"
            Abstract Beauty Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
            So Saffron - 2 3/4" x 2 3/4"
            Shaded Spruce - 1" x 2"
            Crushed Curry - 1" x 2"
    Accessories: Sentiment Silhouettes, Hive Folder and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

 

Yesterday was my oldest son's 24th birthday, and this was the card I created for him.  I just received the Charming Sentiments bundle last week, so it was a good opportunity to play with it.  I was really taken by the concept of die cutting specific phrases that could be used on your card, and I also loved how the dies came with the candles as part of the set.  There are so many possibilities with this bundle.

When you place an order on my website in the month of June using hostess code A2SEM9CQ I will send you my Happiness Abounds tutorial for free.  If your order is over $150, please don't use the hostess code so you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself.  I will send you the tutorial automatically.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

June Specials and Promotions

The June Paper Pumpkin kit, Pick of the Crop will enable you to create nine beautiful cards using seasonal images and sentiments.  Subscribe by June 10 so you don't miss it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From June 1-June 30, when you purchase one the kits in our Kits Collection, you can by a second kit a half price!  Kits are subject to availability.  View the entire kits collection by clicking here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The January-June catalog retires on June 30.  Be sure to check out the list of products that are going away and save up to 50% on selected retiring products.  Shop the Last Chance products by clicking here.