Ink Colors used for the July Ocean Cards and Tags Kit; want to split a Paper Pack?

As a follow up to the July Whale Done Cards and Tags Kit post, here are the colors of inks that I used to stamp everything as shown. I used the upper set of inks the most, especially the first 3 colors.  The ones below were used less if you would rather not buy so many colors, however they would be quite useful if you are also planning on getting more of the printed Designer Paper pack and expanding your designs.

Shaded Spruce

Perfect Peacock

Just Jade

Calypso Coral

Granny Apple Green

Bumble Bee or So Saffron

Balmy Blue

And speaking of the Paper, if anyone would like to split a package of the Whale of a Time Designer Paper, let me know since I have someone else who is interested in doing this.  Just for your information and planning, if you are making up the whole set of 8 cards and tags as shown, it takes up about 1/4 of the paper pack. Making up 4 sets of cards and tags will leave only a few sheets left unused if you follow my same layout (I can show you what I did, just email me.) 

July Ocean Cards and Tags Kit --Whale Done!

The Whale of a Time Suite Collection of stamps, papers and embellishments in the new Stampin' Up Annual catalog seemed nice enough to get the whole thing, but I got really excited when I actually started to play with the papers and stamps at home.  The watercolor designs were so wonderful that I was having a really hard time deciding what to offer for the July Class, so I decided to use them all!  Don't worry, we'll still have the gorgeous Peony dies in the kit next month, but for now I'm offering a "fintastic" Oceans 8 Cards + 3 Tags Kit that includes almost every one of the 12 patterns in the 6"x6" Designer Pack instead!  

To aid your understanding the assembly of the cards, notice that there are four different card design layouts, each made up in two different paper patterns.  The complexity of the cards is more like my standard card classes rather than a Stamp-A-Stack (SAS) so not the easiest but definitely worth the little more time that they take to make up. I also used just about all of the stamps in the Whale Done set plus a few from Celebration of Tags, so I definitely recommend getting those stamps but you can still make up some great cards without them. The three tags are just something a little extra because sometimes you only need a simple tag on a casual gift and these are super easy to make and use. 

The top picture shows the two different styles of flip cards which make the best use of the "sea-nic" designs. The first pair of cards on the left  are Z-fold cards, where the whale seems to swim to the left through the kelp and along the bottom of the sea as you open the card. The second pair of cards on the right shows deep blue ocean waves but is almost a surprise as you open it to see the entire underwater scene revealed.  I love how it uses almost the entire 6" square of paper and coordinates with the circle accent which is still visible on the front. Plus there's still room to write a short note to go along with the coordinating images.

The cards to the left also have different layouts that work very well with the paper patterns.  The pair of gatefold cards on the left side show full underwater scenes, with die cut sparkly glimmer paper "kelp" leaves or a unique and delicate jellyfish. The stamps are from Celebration of Tags, so fitting with

this design.  The inside is blank so that you can add you can add your own words as desired.  The right pair of cards are top-opening flaps with lots of texture thanks to the new Seabed embossing folder and some swirling die cuts. The words inside match those stamped on the front, but of course you can choose different ones of your own.  

Because I was using some stamps from Celebration of Tags, it seemed only right to include a few tags with this clever stamp and triple-tags die cut set.  However, since I wanted to retain the undersea theme, I substituted some images for sea creatures that coordinated with a few of the sheets left from the paper pack.  You can punch an extra hole into the base and use the bakers twine to tie the tag onto the gift, or just tie a bow instead.  Either way, it's quick and easy with the Trio of Tags die (p. 183) and your Stampaliner that stamp and cut 3 tags in just like that!

Full printed instructions and color pictures are included in each kit. A swirl of sea-themed sequins adds a bit of flash to most of the cards which you may use as you wish or omit if you'd like them more subdued. I'm also making a list of more "whale done" ocean-themed puns that you can write on your cards, stay tuned!😄

The SU dies to cut out all of these different shapes for the cards come from many corners of my craft room, so be sure to order your Card Kit before the deadline date because once they return to their original places, I may not be able to find them again!  I'll order more Whale of a Time Paper packs as needed, but if you can request your Kit sooner rather than later, I can do that more efficiently and get your kits out to you faster. Thanks so much!

COST per Kit = $24*, or half-off ($12*) with any minimum $45 SU order or your previous Class credit). I have Venmo or Google Pay for your convenience.

* Cost is for one Kit only if you pick it up.  Shipping =  + $4.00 per kit to mail. (I'll weigh to get actual cost for multiple kits.)

NOTE: Stampin' Up will be offering Bonus Days July 1-30, when you can earn $5 coupons for each $50, to be redeemed in August. Such great timing!

Use the current Host Code SPTRZC62 to order directly from SU online and earn your Credit.  (But if your order is $150 or more, don't use the Code and keep the Rewards for yourself, I'll still give you Credit!) 

DEADLINE TO ORDER = Sunday, July 19 

Contact me with any questions. Hope you enjoy making "a big splash" with these cards just as I did in creating them!  Best fishes!!

Reminder: Deadline to order June Cards@Home Kit is coming soon!

Just a quick reminder that the Deadline to order this month's Card Kit is Sunday, June 14.  Remember that you can receive the Kit for FREE with your $45 minimum order using the Host Code PCKRMXT7 or if you have a Class Credit from a previous order.  After 6/14, I'll put any extra supplies away and start to think about next month's new designs.   

If SIP continues to make our in-person Stamp classes impossible, please send me your feedback about what you think about Cards@Home kits.  Should I continue them, and if so, what kind would you like to see?

• Larger kits:  like a Stamp-A-Stack (the May kit) or Designer Dozen = 12 cards for $24
• Techniques/Fancy Fold cards (might be a challenge with only printed instructions, but possible)
• A "regular" kit (like this month) - 4 cards for $15, more involved than SAS kits - uses new products, designs, different kinds of layouts.
• Suite Projects: take one Stamp Bundle and coordinating Designer Paper to make multiple designs.
• 3D projects - non-card projects like boxes, covered notebooks, gift bags, etc.
• Card Sets - Use one style of card, theme, or printed  paper to make up a set of 4-6 cards to give as a gift, may include matching box or bag.  These card sets are great to have ready on hand. 
• Any requests? You've seen a particular style/type of card and want to make it.
• Your suggestions?

I'd love to hear your thoughts, as this change in our lives at this time is a good time to re-evaluate everything we do and how we do it. 

Stay safe and well, everyone. 😊

Annual Catalog Kick-Off Promotions!

To celebrate the start of  the new Stampin' Up Annual Catalog, anyone who holds a party or shops during the month of June will receive an extra $25 in Stampin’ Rewards for orders over $250!  

• Your total Rewards would be at least $50 to get anything else you'd like!
• You can gather orders from friends to earn this Reward and keep it as the Host or share it with them.
• This promotion will be in effect from June 3 - 30, so get those wishlists ready!

This is such a great time to get all of those new Bundles and goodies that are coming out, contact me if you have questions. 

It’s a bundle bash! If you are thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, now’s the perfect time to join. Not only do you get a Starter Kit—already a great value at $99 for $125 worth of products—but from June 3 - 30, you can select any stamp/tool bundle from the new 2020–2021 Annual Catalog for FREE. You can earn extra income or just order as a hobbyist, either way you'll really enjoy the Demonstrator discount and perks! Contact me for more information.

June Cards@Home Kit

With the new Annual Stampin' Up Catalog coming live on Wed. June 3 at 11:00am (PT), it's exciting to think that we are going to have some brand new stamps, dies, and accessories to create new projects!  However, it also appears that we will still be Shelter-In-Place here in Alameda County for June, so I've created some cards that can be done with the new stamp sets if you order them, or simply completed with stamps you already have, or be handwritten*. I'll again be providing many die cut words for the card fronts so that the cards will be mostly complete when you assemble them, and will include printed instructions for assembly in each kit.

The upper left card features the newest group of In-Colors for 2020 - 2022: Cinnamon Cider, Just Jade, Magenta Madness, Bumble Bee, and Misty Moonlight!  Each flower color is accented with its own matching Enamel Dot in the center, and I love the contrast of using the white die-cut word "happy" against the black card base.  You could also add a narrow word strip below "happy" with "birthday", "Father's Day", "day", "thoughts",  "wishes" , etc.

Sometimes when a new SU catalog comes out, there will be a printed  Designer Series Paper that is so gorgeous that I know immediately I have to order it.  That was the case with Forever Greenery on the upper right card.  I really like leaf patterns, and this beautiful blend of many greens with Pretty Peacock is just wonderful.  Plus when there are coordinating Distinktive stamps, dies that cut every image plus more, and two coordinating embossing folders, this was one suite of products that I ordered immediately!  Even the reversible ribbon bow matches exactly.  I've created a corner-lock card which is a fun new layout and cleverly keeps the card closed when the corner is inserted.  We'll be making many more of these, to be sure!

The bottom two cards feature the Ornate Garden patterned Designer papers. On the left, the soft pink and minty green prints look so nice with the coordinating Ornate Borders die that accents this center opening card.  A bit of glitz from the gold embossed paper and small gems make this pretty card quite special and yet it's easy to assemble. The card on the right is all about sending someone some sunshine!  With its happy daisies on a green die cut border and sunny yellow papers everywhere, inside and out, it should bring a smile to anyone who receives it. Also note that this card has another fun fold which makes it stand out, just like it's pink and green partner.  Even more fun is the new border punch which decorates the inside and punches out the small yellow flowers on the front and inside, so cool!

Note that since I am die cutting words from the Well Written dies set, if you'd like to switch the words "happy" (Card 1) or "thanks" (Card 3) to a different die  (also "friend" or "wishes"), just let me know when you reserve your spot.  

Deadline Date to order this Kit: Sunday, June 14. 

Cost = $15 if you pick up, + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you.  

Kit can be FREE with a minimum $45 order ($50 if you would also like a copy of the new Annual catalog) when you use the current Host Code: PCKRMXT7, or if you have a previous Class Credit.  

(Note: if your order exceeds $150, do not use a Host Code, as you can keep the Host Rewards and still earn a Class Credit for a future class or get this month's Kit for FREE!)

(*Since I cannot stamp images for unassembled cards, you will receive blank white cardstock where I have stamped the samples.  You can simply use your own supplies, or save your blanks for the next time we meet if you want to complete the card exactly as shown.) 

As always, contact me with any questions.