Party Time in the Forest - April Class Sneak Peek!

Hi friends!  We are back to in-person classes.  Hope you can join me this month to create these cute forest themed cards featuring the soon to be retired Happy Forest Friends Suite (annual catalog page s 46 & 47).  It's off to the woods for us!  Here is a sneak peek of the class cards:

20230422 sneak peek


In this class, you will be making 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs).  All of the supplies you will need to make the cards will be  provided in your kit or available in class.  The class fee is $25. 

Here are the time slots available, up to 12 people each.  If you are not able to finish your cards during the scheduled time, you can prep what you need in class so that you can complete the cards at home. 

  • Saturday, April 22nd
    • Session 1:  9 am to noon
    • Session 2: 1 pm to 4 pm
  • Sunday, April 23rd
    • Session 3: 9 am to noon
    • Session 4: 1 pm to 4 pm

Please contact me to reserve your spot ([email protected] or 808.384.5122).  Looking forward to seeing you in class!

Thank you.

Featured items used for class (not an all-inclusive list):

 


On the Farm - February 2023 Class

Happy February!  Here are the cards from my On the Farm class.  All of the cards feature the Flowers & More designer series paper from the new mini catalog (stampin’ rewards item, pg. 90) plus something from the farm (little pigs, geese, carrots) and a princess or something for girl’s day.  Recipes are included with each project and the supply details are listed at the end of this post.  Thanks for stopping by!

 

Card 1: Silly Goose

This card features the Silly Goose stamp set along with the Flowers & More designer series paper (DSP).  It is a panel card and instead of making each panel the same size, the left panel was sized larger (3 ¼” wide) to feature more of the DSP.  The layering circles dies were used to cut out the white and blackberry bliss circles.  Only attach the circles to the left side panel—you can secure using dimensionals.  Having the hearts thought bubble helps to finish it off-from the Conversation Bubbles Bundle.  Note: The image of the goose in the inner tube also fits in the circle.

20230218 Silly Goose 20230218 Silly good open
Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Sets: Silly Goose (available in cling of photopolymer), Conversation Bubbles*
  • Dies: Layering Circles, Conversation Bubbles*
  • Flowers & More Designer Series Paper (mini catalog stampin’ rewards choice) 3 x 4”
  • Fresh Freesia cardstock 4 ¼ x 11”, scored at 3 ¼” and 8 ¾”
  • Blackberry Bliss cardstock, die cut using 2 7/8” circle
  • Basic White cardstock, die cut using 2 5/8” circle, plus scrap for hearts bubble (1 x ¾” finished)
  • Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins – Petal Pink, 3 small and 3 large
  • Stampin’ Blends: Fresh Freesia; Blackberry Bliss, Daffodil Delight, Smoky Slate
  • Ink Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black, Fresh Freesia

* Available as a bundle for 10% off

 

Card 2: Birthday Piggy

This cute little pig is sending birthday wishes from his scooter.  The circle window is cut out of the card front and then nests with the matching circle size attached inside the card.  The inside layer also features a Z-fold (see photo below for assembly).  The die used to cut out the pigs was originally available during a special in September 2022, but now is available on the Clerance Rack at a discount while supplies last.  If you don’t have the dies, you can just cut it out using snips.  Note: The little pig with the cake and balloon also fits the circle.

20230218 Birthday Piggy

20230218 Birthday Piggy open

Assembly tips:

  • Before cutting the circle from the card front, attach the DSP but only secure it along the outside edges. Then cut out the circle using the 2 7/8” sized die.  You can then separate the DSP from the Starry Sky cardstock.
  • For the white cardstock that will go on the inside of the card, fold on the scored marks forming a Z-fold (see photo). Then attach it to the inside of the card.
  • Close the card so that you can see the white through the circle. Attach the Starry Sky circle that you cut out in the first step to only the right side of the white cardstock that is showing through the circle (the top Z fold).  Then when you open the card, the Z fold can fully open up.

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Set: This Birthday Piggy
  • Dies: Playful Piggy Dies (available on the Clearance Rack while supplies last), Layering Circles
  • Flowers & More Designer Series Paper (mini catalog stampin’ rewards choice) 4 x 5 ¼”
  • Starry Sky cardstock 5 ½ x 8 ½”
  • Basic White cardstock 5 ¼ x 8”, scored at 4” and 6” along the long edge
  • Basic White cardstock, for pig image, approximately 2 ¼ x 3 ¼”
  • Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins – Balmy Blue, 3 small and 2 large
  • Stampin’ Blends: Petal Pink, Flirty Flamingo; Sweet Sorbet, Orchid Oasis, Parakeet Party, Daffodil Delight, Smoky Slate, Crumb Cake
  • Ink Pad: Memento Tuxedo Black

 

Card 3: Happy Carrots

Who thought carrots could be cute?  Just add some faces and they are!  The carrots are from the Thanks a Bunch Sale-A-Bration stamp set and the faces are from the Taco Fiesta stamp set.  I just used 2 of the 5 facial expressions.  What can you add a face to next?

20230218 Carrots

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Sets: Thanks a Bunch (FREE Sale-A-Bration $100 choice), Taco Fiesta
  • Flowers & More Designer Series Paper (mini catalog stampin’ rewards choice) 3 x 4”
  • Pale Papaya cardstock 5 ½ x 8 ½”
  • Evening Evergreen cardstock 2 ¾ x 4 ½”
  • Basic White cardstock 2 ½ x 4 ¼”
  • Ink Pads: Pale Papaya, Pumpkin Pie, Parakeet Party, Evening Evergreen, Memento Tuxedo Black

 

Card 4: Princess/Happy Girls Day

Girls Day is coming up and this kokeshi doll princess brought back memories of girls day dolls—remember the ones in the glass case with their intricate kimono, hairstyles and adornments?  This is a much simplified version and was made using punches. 

  • Tulip Builder Punch – For crown, face, and hair
  • Vintage Bottle Punch – For body and dress

Place the face in the lower section of the tulip (not the middle).  You can draw or stamp it—I used a face from the retired Cute Fruit stamp set.  Then give her rosy cheeks using the light Flirty Flamingo Stampin’ Blend.

For the dress, I used a print from the Flowers & More DSP.  Get different looks by using another DSP print and different color hair, along with coordinating cardstock colors.  I cut a V neck using snips but you can make it rounded or another design.

20230218 Girls day card

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Set: Inspired Thoughts, Cute Fruit (this is a retired stamp set that I used for the face, you can also draw the face instead)
  • Flowers & More Designer Series Paper (mini catalog stampin’ rewards choice) to punch bottle shape (dress)
  • Basic White Cardstock 5 ½ x 8 ½”
  • Basic Black cardstock 2 ¾ x 4 ¼”, scraps to punch 2 tulip petals (for hair)
  • Crumb cake cardstock 2 5/8 x 4 1/8”
  • Sweet Sorbet cardstock 2 1/8 x 5 ½”
  • Petal Pink cardstock to punch tulip (for face) and bottle (for body)
  • Gold Foil to punch tulip top only (for crown)
  • Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins – Gold, 3 small and 3 large
  • Memento Ink Pad Tuxedo Black
  • Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker (if you draw the face)
  • Stampin’ Blends Flirty Flamingo light (for cheeks)
  • Tulip Builder Punch
  • Vintage Bottle Punch

 

Supplies

Below are the supplies used for all the projects.  If you'd like to order any of the products, click on the pictured item to jump immediately to my website and shop or from the top menu, click on SHOP NOW.

Silly Goose Card:

 

Birthday Piggy Card:

 

Happy Carrots Card:

 

Princess/Girls Day Card:

 

Other:

 


On the Farm - February 2023 Class Sneak Peek!

Hi friends!  We are back to regular in-person classes this month!  Hope you can join me to create these cute farm animals, vegetables, and girl's day cards featuring products from the new mini catalog and Sale-A-Bration.  It's going to be farm-tastic!  Here is a sneak peek of the class cards:

20230218 Sneak Peek


In this class, you will be making 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs).  All of the supplies you will need to make the cards will be available in your kit or provided in class.  The class fee is $25. 

Here are the time slots available, up to 12 people each.  If you are not able to finish your cards during the scheduled time, you can prep what you need in class so that you can complete the cards at home. 

  • Saturday, February 18th
    • Session 1:  9 am to noon
    • Session 2: 1 pm to 4 pm
  • Sunday, February 19th
    • Session 3: 9 am to noon
    • Session 4: 1 pm to 4 pm

Please contact me to reserve your spot ([email protected] or 808.384.5122).Looking forward to seeing you in class!

Thank you.

Featured items used for class (not an all-inclusive list):


Sweet Treats - January 2023 Stamp Class

Hope you are having a great start to 2023!  Here are the cards from my Sweet Treats stamp and go class.  All of the cards feature the Dandy Designs designer series paper from Sale-A-Bration plus something sweet—milkshakes, sundaes, cherries and cute little owls.  Recipes are included with each project and the supply details are listed at the end of this post.  Thanks for stopping by!

Card 1: Chocolate Milkshake

This card features the Share a Milkshake bundle with two-step stamping along with the Dandy Designs designer series paper (DSP).  The glass was stamped in the lighter color first (Fresh Freesia), then the darker color (Gorgeous Grape).  Next the milkshake top was stamped in Soft Suede followed by the straw stripes in Gorgeous Grape.  I used the Fresh Freesia blend to fill in the rest of the straw.  The sentiment is from the Share a Milkshake stamp set too.  Finally, the heart topper was cut using one of the Share a Milkshake dies.  Milky dots in petal pink were used to dress it up further.  You can change up the colors of the milkshake to your favorite flavors and/or to match any DSP.  Perfect for any celebration!

20230121 milkshake card

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Set: Share a Milkshake*
  • Share a Milkshake Dies*
  • Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (FREE Sale-A-Bration $100 choice) 2 x 5 ½”
  • Crumb Cake cardstock 5 ½ x 8 ½”
  • Early Espresso cardstock 2 ½ x 4 ¼”
  • Basic White cardstock 2 ¼ x 4”
  • Fresh Freesia cardstock for die cut heart
  • Adhesive-backed Milky Dots – Petal Pink, 3 small and 2 large
  • Stampin’ Blends Fresh Freesia
  • Classic Ink Pads: Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape, Soft Suede

* Available as a bundle for 10% off

 

Card 2: Ice Cream Sundaes

It’s always the right time for hot chocolate sundaes with a cherry on top!  These shapes are all die cut from the Share a Milkshake dies.  For the ice cream pieces, the chocolate sprinkles are stamped using the dots from the Christmas Season stamp set.  The faces on the cherries are stamped using the faces from the Taco Fiesta stamp set.  The stripes on the straw were drawn using a Poppy Parade Blend.  The sentiment is from the Share a Milkshake stamp set.  Like the previous card, you can change up the flavors and colors to anything you would like!

20230121 ice cream card

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Sets: Share a Milkshake*, Taco Fiesta (for cherry faces), Christmas Season (for chocolate sprinkles on sundaes)
  • Share a Milkshake Dies*
  • Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (FREE Sale-A-Bration $100 choice) 3 x 4”
  • Early Espresso cardstock 3 ½ x 3 ½” and die cut hot fudge toppings from middle of this piece
  • Basic White 3 ¼ x 3 ¼” and for straw (die cut)
  • Calypso Coral cardstock 5 ½ x 8 ½” and for large sundae (die cut)
  • Mango Melody cardstock for small sundae (die cut)
  • Crumb Cake cardstock for 2 sundae cups (die cut)
  • Poppy Parade cardstock for 2 cherries (die cut)
  • Adhesive-backed Milky Dots – Mango Melody, 3 small and 2 large
  • Stampin’ Blends Poppy Parade
  • Classic Ink Pads: Soft Suede

* Available as a bundle for 10% off

 

Card 3: Cherries

Delicious and sweet, these cherries were punched using the Cherry Builder punch and the sentiments are from the coordinating Sweetest Cherries stamp set.  This card makes me want to go on a picnic or try to bake a pie!

20230121 cherries card

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Set: Sweetest Cherries*
  • Cherry Builder punch*
  • Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (FREE Sale-A-Bration $100 choice) 2 x 5 ½”
  • Pool Party 5 ½ x 8 ½”
  • Basic White cardstock 1 ½ x 3 ¼”
  • Real Red cardstock for cherries
  • Early Espresso cardstock for stems
  • Granny Apple Green cardstock for leaves
  • Adhesive-backed Milky Dots – White, 2 small and 1 large
  • Classic Ink Pads: Real Red, Early Espresso

* Available as a bundle for 10% off

 

Card 4: Sweet Owls  

These cute little owls are from the Adorable Owls Sale-A-Bration stamp set.  The panel card design hides a surprise owl under the first one.  To make this card, attach the basic black cardstock to the right panel using liquid glue or stampin’ seal.  Then fold the left panel on top.  Attach the 2nd basic black cardstock of the same size to the left panel using dimensionals and align it with the right side of the basic black cardstock that is attached to the right panel.  Now the bottom panel is hidden until the left flap is opened.  I colored the owls using Stampin’ Blends—but water color pencils or markers will work too.

20230121 Owl card

20230121 Owl card open

Here is the recipe:

  • Stamp Set: Adorable Owls (FREE Sale-A-Bration $50 choice)
  • Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper (FREE Sale-A-Bration $100 choice) 2 @ 2 x 5 1/4”
  • Granny Apple Green 5 ½ x 8 ½”, scored at 2 1/8” and 6 3/8”
  • Basic Black cardstock 2 @ 2 ½ x 3”
  • Basic White cardstock 2 @ 2 ¼ x 2 ¾”
  • Adhesive-backed Milky Dots – Night of Navy, 2 small and 1 large
  • Stampin’ Blends: Crumb Cake, Mango Melody, Balmy Blue, Granny Apple Green
  • Memento Ink Pad Tuxedo Black

 

Supplies

Below are the supplies used for all the projects.  If you'd like to order any of the products, click on the pictured item to jump immediately to my website and shop or from the top menu, click on SHOP NOW.

Milkshake Card:

 

Ice Cream Sundaes Card:

 

Cherries Card:

 

Sweet Owls Card:

 

Other:


Sweet Treats - January 2023 sneak peek!

Hi friends!  Happy new year!  Hope you can join me to kick-off 2023 and make these cute collection of cards featuring products from the new mini catalog and Sale-A-Bration.  It's going to be sweet!  Here is a sneak peek of the class cards:

20230121 sneak peek


You will be making 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs).  Your kit will include envelopes, paper, embellishments, and dimensionals to make the cards.  The modified class format is “stamp and go”.  Here is how it works:

  • Sign up for a time slot to stamp (up to 4 people each)
  • Come to my house to stamp your images, cut/punch/emboss as needed, pick up your kit, and pay for class.  Masks are optional.
  • Finish your cards at home--photos and recipes will be posted on my website. You will need markers, scissors and adhesive to complete the cards at home.   

The class fee is $25.  Here are the time slots available, up to 4 people each.  You will be able to finish stamping prior to the end of the hour.

  • Saturday, January 21 – 9 a, 10 am, 11 am, noon, 1 pm, 2 pm
  • Sunday, January 22 – 1 pm, 2 pm

Please email me to reserve your spot to stamp.  Looking forward to seeing you at “stamp and go”!

Thank you.

Featured items used for class (not an all-inclusive list):