Stamping with Michelle

Minute to Make It: Frosted Gingerbread Ornament Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Frosted Gingerbread
    Ink: Poppy Parade, Old Olive and Bermuda Bay
    Card Stock:
        Poppy Parade - 5 1/2' x 8 1/2" and 3 1/2" x 5"
        Basic White - 5 1/4" x 4", 3/8" x 3" and 4" x 5 1/2"
        Gingerbread & Peppermint Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
    Accessories: Gingerbread Dies, Scalloped Contour Dies and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

 

In today's Minute to Make It video, I show you how I created this card using the Frosted Gingerbread set:

The Frosted Gingerbread set contains three large images, reminiscent of gingerbread cookies.  These ornaments are one of them.  When I was creating this card, I started with colors pulled right from the designer series paper.  I added Bermuda Bay as a third color, and I like the contrast that it provides.  It is slightly untraditional color combination, but it provides a nice change of pace.

When you place an order on my website in the month of October using hostess code 9K3ENEWC I will send you my Christmas Season 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

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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.

#SimpleStamping Friday: Country Bouquet Valentine

Materials:
    Stamps: Country Bouquet
    Ink: Sweet Sorbet, Petal Pink and Pear Pizzazz
    Card Stock:
        Sweet Sorbet - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"
        Petal Pink - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Country Gingham Designer Series Paper - 2" x 5 1/4"
        Basic White - 3" x 3" and 3/4" x 3"
    Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, so I thought I would make a valentine for my #SimpleStamping Friday card.  This card uses the Country Bouquet stamp set.  This set has a coordinating punch, but the punch is unfortunately unorderable until April.  Fortunately for today, the point of simple stamping cards is that they only use stamps, ink and paper.  This card also uses the Country Gingham paper which is a nice addition to this card.

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.

#SimpleStamping Friday: Nature's Prints Best Wishes Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Nature's Prints
    Ink: Mossy Meadow, Sahara Sand, and Blackberry Bliss
    Card Stock:
        Mossy Meadow - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Basic White - 5 1/4" x 4" and 1 1/2" x 3"
        Sahara Sand - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        Blackberry Bliss - 1" x 5 1/8"

 

 

For today's #SimpleStamping Friday card, I pulled out one of the sets from the annual catalog that I love, but that I haven't played with much recently.  I always enjoy creating cards with very naturalistic stamps and I was super excited to see this set when it came out last year.  I think it is really easy to create a simple background with the images and then add a little layering to create a quick and easy card.

When you place an order on my website of at least $30 in the month of January 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 February.

Happy stamping!

Michelle

January 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.

Seaside Bay Sympathy Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Seaside Bay
    Ink: Night of Navy, Crumb Cake and Petal Pink
    Card Stock:
        Mint Macaron - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 1 1/2" x 2 1/2"
        Night of Navy - 5 1/4" x 4" and 2 3/4" x 3 3/4"
        Sahara Sand - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"
        By the Bay Designer Series Paper - 2 1/2" x 3 1/2"
        Petal Pink - 2 1/2" x 3"
        Basic White - 2" x 3 1/2"
    Accessories: Seaside Bay Dies, Something Fancy Dies, Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls and Stampin' Dimensionals

I don't know about it you, but it seems like I can always use a sympathy card.  I had my open house this past weekend, and this was one of the cards we did as a make and take.  I love the ocean, and so this bundle called to me right away.  Here's a another view from the side, and you can see where I used the pearls on the inside of the clam:

This card has a few more steps, but as a sympathy card, you often want to put a little more into the design anyway.

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.

#SimpleStamping Friday: You are Sunshine Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Desert Details
    Ink: Evening Evergreen and Calypso Coral
    Card Stock:
        Soft Succulent: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Balmy Blue - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Dry Brushed Metallic Designer Series Paper - 3" x 5 1/4"
        Basic White - 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"
    Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals

 

I am completely in love with today's #SimpleStamping Friday card.  I love it's elegant simplicity.  My favorite part is the Dry Brushed Metallic paper.  This paper is absolutely stunning and I feel like this card really showcases it effectively.  This would be a great card to send someone who just needs a little pick me up. If you wanted, you could add a few rhinestones, but I don't know that it needs it.

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.

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.

#SimpleStamping Friday: Beautifully Happy

Materials:
    Stamps: Beautifully Happy
    Ink: Melon Mambo, Coastal Cabana, Granny Apple Green and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        Melon Mambo: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Coastal Cabana - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Basic White - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8"

 

 

 

 

 

 

Today's #SimpleStamping Friday card is truly a simple stamping card.  It uses the new Beautifully Happy set from the January-April catalog.  This is a two step stamping set, so this card was easily created with a few ink pads and some quick stamping.  Certainly, this card, could easily be dressed up a little with a few rhinestones, but the point of this design was to keep it simple, so simple it is. 

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.

Special Person Framed Florets card

Materials:
    Stamps: Framed Florets
    Ink: Old Olive and Memento Black
    Card Stock:
        So Saffron: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (Saleabration) - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Basic White - 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
    Accessories: Framed Florets Dies, Daffodil Delight Dark Blends, Pumpkin Pie Light and Dark Blends, Old Olive Light and Dark Blends, Parakeet Party Metallic Woven Ribbon and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas cards are fun to create, but it is always fun to make the shift away from red and green into more spring-like colors.  This card features the Framed Florets bundle. I used the frame from the die sets and then stamped and die cut some of the flowers to place around the outside edge.  It was fairly quick to put together and would work well for multiple occasions.  

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.

#SimpleStamping Friday: Thanks a Bunch Card

Materials:
    Stamps: Thanks a Bunch (Saleabration)
    Ink: Pale Papaya, Pumpkin Pie and Pear Pizzazz
    Card Stock:
        Pale Papaya: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2"
        Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (Saleabration) - 1 1/2" x 5 1/4" (2)
        Mango Melody - 3 1/4" x 5 1/4"
        Basic White - 3" x 5 1/4"

 

 

 

 

 

 

It's Friday, which means it's time for another #SimpleStamping Friday card.  Today's card features the Saleabration set Thanks a Bunch and the Dandy Designs paper which is also a Saleabration option.  I've got to admit, I wasn't so sure about these carrots, but I figured, why not, and oh my goodness, they are so much fun! You get a couple of different carrot designs in the set which will give you lots of great options, and even better, the stamp set is free with any $50 purchase!

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.

Country Bouquet Sneak Peek

Materials:
    Stamps: Country Bouquet
    Ink: Real Red, Mint Macaron and/or Mossy Meadow
    Card stock:
        Basic White - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and 3" x 5 1/2"
        Sweet Sorbet - 5 1/4" x 4"
        Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper - 5 1/8" x 3 7/8" and piece for punching
        Crumb Cake - 3" x 3"
    Accessories: Something Fancy Dies, Country Bouquet Punch, Decorative Circle Punch, Real Red & Burlap Ribbon Combo and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

        

 

First things first, I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season.  I want to thank you for granting me the grace to take a little time away from the blog.  As it is for everybody, December is a such a busy time of year, and I just needed to let a few things go so that I could focus on some other more important things.  I had a wonderful Christmas and now I'm ready to shift back into a normal routine.

Today's card is a sneak peek from our upcoming January-April catalog which launches on Thursday.  These products mostly all come from the new Country Floral Lane Suite.  This suite enables you to create beautiful Valentine's Day cards but is versatile enough to be useful beyond February 14.  The other new product I want to point out on this card is the label.  It comes from the Something Fancy Dies.  Those dies are part of a bundle with a sentiment set, and they are Ah-mazing. I'm sure you are going to see a lot more of those in the weeks to come!

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.