Soft Saying Card Kit - Quick and Easy and Fabulous

The new 2017-2018 Annual Catalog from Stampin' Up! has so many fabulous things in it!  I am trying to convince a few more of my friends to try stamping out so I know that I need quick and easy projects for them.  Enter the Soft Sayings Card Kit.  This will definitely be a class for me.  This was one item that was definitely on my pre-order.  I got it and made it right away.  It took about 2 hours to create while I was dealing with my kids, so if you have uninterrupted time you can probably do it faster.  Here are the photos of all 10 designs, you make 2 of each card.  I stuck to the directions mostly:

The cards come in a few different sizes and come with matching envelopes.  The stamp set has fabulous sentiments and images that can be used for other projects.  And the card bases have this water color wash to them that are beautiful.  And the best part of this kit is that a REFILL is available!  This is something that I have suggested to Stampin' Up! so I am so happy about it!  I might have to order a refill kit (just the materials, not the stamp set, ink spot, or clear block) just to try my own designs!  

Thanks for stopping by today.  Head over to SSI for more Quick and Easy Cards!

  

A Paper Pumpkin First

Today at SSI we are talking about our favorites on Friday and my favorite is the latest Paper Pumpkin Kit.  I got it on Monday and couldn't wait to do it.  In fact I did it that day, right away.  Here is a peek at the instructions:

The kit makes 8 super cute shaker cards that are super easy to make.  They will be perfect to send thank you notes for someone hosting Thanksgiving or just a thinking about you note.  Here are some close ups of the cards I made:

Cards can be made either direction and I just followed the directions.  It is hard to see in the pictures but the Very Vanilla background is slightly embossed with the a diagonal stripe which adds an elegant touch.  The rich colors of the card stock and sequins make this card perfect for the fall season.  I wish we could by those sequins because they are beautiful.  The directions to make the shaker cards were so easy to follow and now I just want to make more shaker cards!  I can't wait until the refills are available for this kit!

Head back over to SSI for more of the Design Team's favorites on this fabulous Friday!

Tin of Tags Kit

Last year Stampin' Up! put out a fabulous tag kit.  And this year, they managed to top it with the Tin of Tags Project Kit.  These tags are quick and easy to make along with being super cute!  Here is a look at the kit:

So along with the supplies to make 30 (3 of 10 different designs) you get an adorable tin to store them.  And with the kit you get everything you need except the stamp set, ink, and adhesive.  Here is a look at the stamp set which is super cute and has uses well beyond the tag kit:

This kit did not take too long to make, probably about an hour.  There are two things I would mention.  No where in the directions does it tell you to stamp the "TO:" and "FROM:" on the back of the tags before you embellish the front.  I am thrilled to say that I actually remembered to do this.  I also ended up all the baker's twine they gave and dipped into my stash.  I made the tag strings a little longer then they suggested though.  Here is some pictures of the completed kit:

Here is a close of small groups of them:

The die cut tags are already treated with a pretty water color wash.

I love the tassels and wooden die cuts.

So fun, right?  I am definitely planning on offering this as a class and can't wait to show it off to everyone!  Below is a complete supply list.  

February Paper Pumpkin

I love the Paper Pumpkin kits.  Last month I used it to make a sweet Valentine's Day banner.  This month I was so excited to see an ADORABLE card kit.  It was very reminiscent of the awesome Watercolor Wishes kit to me, because it was easy, quick and cute!  Here it is: 

You get 9 cards and matching envelopes.  Here is a close up of each.  I did not really stray much from the directions.  

Here is a shot of the front of the envelope.  So pretty, right?

Do you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin?  What are you waiting for?  Head over to SSI where Anything Goes today where we have lots of great ideas to INKspire you!

Watercolor Wishes

Stampin' Up! really knows how to make awesome kits!  I just love them all.  I have quite a few of them and I actually just followed the directions exactly, I might have to order some kits again and just play with them.  Today I am going to share the Watercolors Wishes kit.

The first thing you need to know about this kit is that you need it!  It is awesome.  The cards are cute and easy to make.  I did the whole kit one morning, not in my scrap room and with my kids running around.  It took me about 2 hours.  The kit comes with a block, two ink spots, a great stamp set with lots of sentiments and of course all the supplies to make great cards with envelopes.  There are even some extra accessories once you are done your card.  I am going to share my favorite three cards from the kits and then two cards I made with the extras.  

I love those sequins, they are so pretty!

The wood accents are awesome!  And you have quite a few leftover when you are done!

Aren't those flowers super cute?  

Here is a note card I made really quickly using the Watercolor Wishes stamp set along with the Work of Art set.

I made a quick 3 x 3 card that would be perfect tucked in my daughter's lunch.  I love love those wood accents.  

The kit is wonderful!  But let's be honest, all the Stampin' Up kits are awesome!  Check the other ones out over at SSI.  

Punch Boards

I love a quick and easy project that looks a lot more complicated.  Enter the punch boards.  Stampin' Up! has three of them and I have a project showcasing each of them to share with you today!

First let's take a close look at my project using the Envelope Punch Board.  I made a box to hold 6 cards from the Cottage Garden Card kit.  

Here is a peek at those cards. 

This kit is fabulous and only costs $16 for 15 cards!  To make the box, I simply took a 12 x 12 piece of card stock, punched and scored at 5" and 7" (I lined up my punch board to my grid paper to see where 7" is).  You do this on all four sides and fold up and the box will start to take shape.  You can use the corner rounder on all the corners as well.  I cut the flaps and adhered it together.  This was so easy!  I used the flowers from the kit as inspiration for the flowers on the box.  

Next up is the Gift Bag Punch Board.  I decided to try using the Typeset DSP to make a bag.  

I really like how this turned out.  The Basic Black and Very Vanilla pair nicely with the Mint Macaron.  This could be a cute favor for a bridal shower or a thank you for the school librarian.  

And finally I have the Gift Box Punch Board.  I used the Bohemian DSP because I just love the rich colors.  

These boxes are SO easy to make.  I tied it up with some Delightful Dijon lace and finished it off with a cute and quick tag.  

Thanks so much for checking out my projects!  Did you get to see the other creations from the design team members at SSI? 

American Pride

When the middle of May hit, I pulled out my patriotic decorations.  These stay out until a little bit after the Fourth of July.  I have always loved Americana themed decor.  And of course I have a lot of handmade decor.  Today I am sharing with you a banner I made using all sorts of Stampin' Up! goodies!  

The pinwheels come from a Paper Pumpkin kit from last summer.  Did you know, if you sign up now you can get the first two months of Paper Pumpkin for 50% off?  I love these kits.  Instead of using the pinwheels to attach to treat bags, I used them for this banner and a wreath as well.  This Build a Banner kit is retiring, but (spoiler alert) a new fabulous one will be in the next catalog.  I used the masks for the background of each banner in Real Red, Night of Navy and Smoky Slate.  I then used the star framelits and the stenciled "America" on them.  I actually used versa mark and embossed on the Real Red and NIght of Navy stars in white and Smoky Slate.  

Thanks so much for looking at my project.  I will be sharing more patriotic projects as the summer comes.  Did you see all the other patriotic themed projects over at SSI?  

Hello Life Decor Kit

Today I have a special home decor kit that is in this years Occasion's catalog.  Well it is also going to be in the new annual catalog coming out in June.  So I knew I had to get it and show it off.  Here it is:

Here are some close ups:

I pretty much followed the kit exactly but you can totally personalize it.  I really love the stamp set too!  Thanks for looking!  Did you see the other kit creations over at SSI?

Perpetual Calendar

Today I thought I would share a great new kit that will be available to purchase in the new Occasions Catalog; a Perpetual Calendar.  The kit comes with a box to store it, 12 sheets to record birthdays and tons of great embellishments.  You have to purchase the stamp set separately, but it is fantastic with these great little clusters of images that I am sure I will use for lots of other projects.        

I didn't use all of the embellishments because I was so excited to share this product.  It would make a great gift for anyone!  Thanks for looking.  For more calendar ideas, go to SSInkspiration.  

Second Day of Christmas

Back again to showcase another fabulous Christmas card.  Today I am featuring the November My Paper Pumpkin Kit.  We were given enough supplies for 8 cards (and envelopes) and 12 tags. 

Thanks for looking!  If you are interested in My Paper Pumpkin, please email me for more details.  You can sign up for the monthly subscription or purchase prepaid subscriptions (makes a great gift!).

Must Have Mondays - Many Merry Stars Simply Created Kit

 This past weekend I had to privilege of going away to a fabulous scrapbooking retreat with some fantastic ladies.  We laughed, we created, we ate, it was wonderful!  Aside from making huge progress on my son's album (more on that later this week), I cracked open this kit I purchased from the Holiday Supplement.  I absolutely love it.  It had everything you need, although I decided to add some hot glue to make sure everything would stick together nicely.  I only made 10 stars...I still have sixteen left.   

This product is only available while supplies last so don't delay! 

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My Paper Pumpkin

My Paper Pumpkin is a monthly craft escape.  For $19.95, you will get everything you need to create a paper project, except adhesive.  It's a surprise each month.  Here are examples of my take on these kits.  For two of the cards, I used the supplies provided and for the other I used some additional supplies I had in my craft room.  May's kit is a fantastic mini album...I can't wait to play with that! 

Want to join in on the fun?  Go to My Paper Pumpkin and choose me (Jennifer Gregorsky) as your demonstrator.  If you live in the Lehigh Valley, let me know when you get your first kit and maybe we can get together to create?