Showing posts with label Wedding. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding. Show all posts

Thursday, April 25, 2019

Anniversary Cards

Life got a bit hectic this last week, so I am a little behind on posting here to my blog.   Even though I Haven't posted, I have been creating numerous styles of cards.    Today I will share the two anniversary cards I made. 

Tonic Cardmaking Magazine (Tulips)
Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils
FSJ Yummy Dots Embossing Folder
FSJ Rainbow Drops


FSJ Heart Strip Die Set

I used the die cut hearts (the pieces that were cut out) as accents on the inside and back of both cards.   Felt it added an extra touch to both of them.

Thank you for visiting my blog today.
Mary

Monday, April 15, 2019

In Love Stamp Set Perfect For Many Occasions - Penny Black Stamp Set

Have you ever seen a stamp set and knew the minute you saw it that you had to have it?   That's how I felt when I saw this darling stamp set called "In Love" from Penny Black.  I'm really blessed that Scrapbook.com is local for me, so I can pick up orders the day after I order them typically.  I couldn't wait to make a card with this one.

Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set - used for coloring

Penny Black Stamp Set - In Love

This set is so versatile ... anniversary, wedding, I love you, thinking of you and MORE!   If you masked off the balloons, you could use it for a friendship card too.

Thank you for visiting my blog today.
Mary

Monday, November 26, 2018

Rustic Wedding Die Set - Lace Heart

I am a big fan of intricate dies, and Crafter's Companion has quite a few.  I got this set from HSN on craft day a couple weeks ago.   This is is the Rustic Wedding Lace Heart Metal Die Set that is part of the Signature Collection by Sara Davies.




The card stock and pearls are from FSJ.   The Hello & Butterflies are also Crafter's Companion products.  They are from the Create-a-Card Butterflies Accessories Pack Die Set.

I had so much fun creating this card, that I had to make another.   This one uses the same die set, but I used Spectrum Noir Metallic Markers (Crafter's Companion) over one of the hearts to add a bit of shine to it.   The heart on the left has the metallic green over the top. 



Thank you for stopping by my blog today.
Mary

Thursday, August 23, 2018

Life's Moments Stamp Set Anniversary Card #2 - Fiddle Leaf Embossing Folder - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Life's Moments Stamp Set SS-0628 Set of 10 Stamps
Fiddle Leaf Embossing Folder EF-0029

I used many of the same Fun Stampers Journey (FSJ) products as I did for yesterday's card.   So many different ways to use the same things but give a totally different look.   The solid colors you see around the leaf images is created with FSJ inks which were stamped on a Whip Cream Card Stock base.   Using the Square Paper Punch Cartridge with Handle, I cut the images out then rounded the corners with my scissors.

When you use an embossing folder and would like to have the embossed images "POP", just gently run your ink pad over the top.   That's what I did with the Fiddle Leaf Embossing Folder image above.   Then added in a bit of Bronze Silk splatters over the top.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:


Life's Moments Stamp Set SS-0628 Set of 10 Stamps
Fiddle Leaf Embossing Folder EF-0029
Fresh Sage Thread AC-0132
Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Peaches & Cream Card Stock CS-0144
Peaches & Cream Ink Pad IP-0149
Rustic Rose Ink Pad IP-0151
Fresh Sage Ink Pad IP-0150
Chambray Shirt IP-0153
Bronze Silk IP-0091
Craft Glue AD-0111
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Easy Glide Permanent Adhesive Runner AD-0081
       Refill AD-0082
Square 1 1/2" Paper Punch Cartridge TO-0028
Paper Punch Cartridge Handle TO-0031 (only one handle needed to use with all cartridges)


August/September 2018 Promotions


 
 
 
 
 Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Life's Moments Anniversary Card #1 - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Life's Moments Stamp Set SS-0628 Set of 10 Stamps

Anniversary cards are a celebration of love to be shared with friends and family who are celebrating their special day.   Yesterday I wanted to create a couple of anniversary cards one specifically for a wedding anniversary (shown above) and also one for a general anniversary (shown tomorrow).   A general anniversary could be used for any type of celebration such as a job anniversary, wedding, etc.   For a wedding anniversary I like to incorporate hearts.   "Love Is" paper punch cartridge from FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) was the perfect tool to use to create single and layered hearts.   It has 3 different size hearts in it which I punched out in two different colors.   The single hearts were covered with Journey Glaze and Sparkle Cuts.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:


Life's Moments Stamp Set SS-0628 Set of 10 Stamps
Love Is Paper Punch Cartridge TO-0006
Square 1 1/2" Paper Punch Cartridge TO-0028
Paper Punch Cartridge Handle TO-0031 (only one handle needed to use with all cartridges)
Journey Glaze AD-0002
Journey Sparkle Cuts AC-0151
Summer Play Sparkles AC-0280
Fresh Sage Thread AC-0132
Good Life Prints PP-0055
Oatmeal Cookie Card Stock  CS-0023
Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Rustic Rose Card Stock CS-0142
Chambray Shirt Card Stock CS-0145
Rustic Rose Ink Pad IP-0151
Fresh Sage Ink Pad IP-0150
Chambray Shirt IP-0153
Craft Glue AD-0111
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Easy Glide Permanent Adhesive Runner AD-0081
       Refill AD-0082

August/September 2018 Promotions


 Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Triangle Treat Die Set Used to Creat A Cake Full of Party Favors - Fun Stampers Journey Products

It's always so much fun to create something unique and different to use as a gift, packaging, or decoration.   The Triangle Treat Die Set offers all 3.   It can be used as a gift package/box, a party favor, or as a table decoration for a special event.   Whether a birthday, wedding, shower, retirement party etc, these darling boxes will be the perfect accessory to the decor. 

Yesterday on my blog, I showed you an individual slice of cake that I made.   Today I want to show you how you can make a full cake using 8 of these put together.    Here are some photos of my completed projects (note:  I used 6 so that you can see what the inside would look like):

Doesn't this look good enough to eat!  Each cake slice top was embellished just a little bit differently.  I switched out the colors of the roses and the dots are both gold and silver.   Imagine the possibilities of cake flavors (change the card stock color), frosting (change out the ribbon), and decorations for the top (change it out for any occasions).

By lining up the ribbon with the center end scallop on each slice, it keeps the ribbon lined up all the way around when put together for the full cake.

A bit better view of the top of the slices and the differences in the silver/gold dot layouts.

The Triangle Treat Die will work in the Amaze Machine, Platinum 6 (pre-order it now), and the Platinum Machine.   For the Amaze and the Platinum 6, it's a bit tighter of a cut but doable.  This is the way FSJ has demonstrated cutting out the die with the smaller platform machine.   You will need to cut the end piece twice.   Each slice of cake will use an 8 1/2 x 11 inch piece of card stock.   Cut the card stock down to accommodate the long die.   Then cut out the end pieces with the remaining piece of card stock.   3 runs through the machine.   I highly recommend taping (washi tape works well) the dies down so they do not move while cutting.  


With the Platinum Machine, it will allow you to cut a sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 inch of card stock at one time.   No need to cut the sheet into two pieces.  I laid the dies at an angle.   This gave me a bit more room to work with them.   Either way, you will still use one full sheet of card stock per slice of cake.   This is how I laid it out before running it through my Platinum Machine.



Reminder, you will still need to cut out two of the end pieces.

Tips:

1.   Craft Glue worked extremely well with this project.   I like that it allows me to move the card stock into place.   Allow each section to set up/dry before moving on.   This will allow for a stronger hold.
2.  FSJ White Liner Tape was perfect for the back of the ribbon.   It allowed me to place and secure it to the cake slice.
3.   Craft Glue (not glue dots or white liner tape) worked the best for securing the scalloped ends.
4.   Create some areas to allow the slices to dry with the scallop tip facing down (I put it between to bottles of liquid) so that the bow can dry flat.
5.   Allow to dry completely before adding candy etc to the inside.

Ribbon used is:   Cocoa Powder Gingham AC-0110
Card Stock is:  Cocoa Powder Card Stock CS-0008
Embellishment is:  Fashion Gold AC-0292 and Fashion Silver AC-0293
Adhesives:   Craft Glue AD-0111  and White Liner (used on the ribbon) AD-0001
Dies:   Blooming Details Die DI-0327 and Triangle Treat Die DI-0458
Flowers:  Meadow Flowers AC-0406 and Cottage Flowers AC-0405


July 2019 - Fun Stamper Journey Coach Starter Kits:

 


Would you love to get a 20% discount on all your FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) purchases? (excludes business supplies)  Becoming a Hobby or Business Coach is a great way to do this.   As a Coach we receive a 20% discount automatically on our orders even for items on sale!  We have the lowest quarterly quota in the industry (only $150 per quarter - retail value).    AND the quarter you join in, you don't have a quota to meet!!!   So if you joined this month, you wouldn't have to meet your quota until the end of December 2018.   The price of the starter kit does not count towards your quota. 

Two brand new starter kits were introduced as of July 1, 2018.   Click here to read the pdf that tells you about the kits.   You have your choice of the $49 kit or the $149 kit.  Each comes with a product credit for you to choose exactly what you want in your starter kit.   Also, you will receive a coupon code for 50% off either the Platinum 6 or the Platinum Die Cutting Machines!   What an awesome deal right now.

If you have questions, please let me know.   There is also additional information on my Fun Stampers Journey Business Website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/pws/marydirector/tabs/join-my-team.aspx

When you are on the above link, you will be able to sign up there.   I would love to have you as part of my team of Fun Stampers Journey Coaches!

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards






Monday, July 9, 2018

Triangle Treat Box Die Set Can Make The Cutest Piece of Cake - Fun Stampers Journey Products

The Triangle Treat Box DI-0458 makes a darling box for party favors.  But did you also realize you can make it to look like a piece of card!   How wonderful would like be for wedding favors.   The finished piece measures 3 1/2 x 2 x 3 inches.

Today I will share with you some of my photos of the cake piece.   Then hopefully in the next couple of days I will be able to share some tips on how to put it together.   It's easy to do with our craft glue gun.  

NOTE:   It is supposed to work with the smaller machine (Platinum 6 that comes out end of August and the Amaze Machine).   With those machines it will be a tight fit.   I used my Platinum machine and angled the die.   Each slice will end up using a full sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 inches card stock.

Back side and top.

Side, back, and top.

The Meadow Flowers AC-0406 were a perfect topper.  
Leaves are from the Blooming Details Die DI-0327

The other side profile of the slice.

If you are very careful, you can fold a 
1.69 ounce bag of M&Ms in the slice and
close the lid.

Ribbon used is:   Cocoa Powder Gingham AC-0110
Card Stock is:  Cocoa Powder Card Stock CS-0008
Embellishment is:  Fashion Gold AC-0292
Adhesives:   Craft Glue AD-0111  and White Liner (used on the ribbon) AD-0001


July 2019 - Fun Stamper Journey Coach Starter Kits:

 


Would you love to get a 20% discount on all your FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) purchases? (excludes business supplies)  Becoming a Hobby or Business Coach is a great way to do this.   As a Coach we receive a 20% discount automatically on our orders even for items on sale!  We have the lowest quarterly quota in the industry (only $150 per quarter - retail value).    AND the quarter you join in, you don't have a quota to meet!!!   So if you joined this month, you wouldn't have to meet your quota until the end of December 2018.   The price of the starter kit does not count towards your quota. 

Two brand new starter kits were introduced as of July 1, 2018.   Click here to read the pdf that tells you about the kits.   You have your choice of the $49 kit or the $149 kit.  Each comes with a product credit for you to choose exactly what you want in your starter kit.   Also, you will receive a coupon code for 50% off either the Platinum 6 or the Platinum Die Cutting Machines!   What an awesome deal right now.

If you have questions, please let me know.   There is also additional information on my Fun Stampers Journey Business Website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/pws/marydirector/tabs/join-my-team.aspx

When you are on the above link, you will be able to sign up there.   I would love to have you as part of my team of Fun Stampers Journey Coaches!

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Thursday, June 7, 2018

Wedding Card Using Vagabond Chips, Gel Press, and Rainbow Drops - Fun Stampers Journey Products




This is one of the Gel Press Backgrounds I created the other day.  I love all the details that the acrylic paint I used added to this creation.   The row of framed jeweled art work was showcased on my blog on Tuesday.

Gel Press Blog Post
This is the background I used for the card above.  It is a flipped image.



Jewel Look Art Work Blog Post

 I wanted to bring out the gold (done with Pan Pastels on the Gel Press) so decided to use Gold Silk on the Vagabond Chips frame I made, plus used our Fun Stampers Journey BrushGold Card Stock for the die cut flowers.   The Rainbow Drops add color and interest to the card.   I created this for a wedding, and placed a handwritten sentiment inside of the card.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Rainbow Drops AC-0178
Journey Glaze AD-0002
Journey Sparkle Cuts AC-0151
Vagabond Chips AC-0354
Journey Gold Silk IP-0096
Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Journey Brush Gold Card Stock CS-0134
Craft Glue AD-0111
Journey Brush Gold Pan Pastel JM-0096
Journey Sofft Tools JM-0098
Whip Cream Acrylic Paint JM-0106
Sweet Berry Acrylic Paint JM-0025
Gel Press JM-0107
Brayer TO-0087
Fashion Gold AC-0292
Blooming Details Die Set DI-0327


June 2018 Promotions!!!!



FREE Amaze Die Cutting Machine  (While supplies last)


The Fun Stampers Journey Banners & Bows Bundle is an amazing way to get the retiring "Amaze Machine" for FREE.      BD-0391  $89.70 (plus tax & $15 flat rate shipping)

May 1st through June 30, 2018:  When you purchase the die bundle below (all current dies), you will receive the Amaze FREE.   This is while supplies last as the Amaze Machine is retiring.    There is a flat rate shipping fee of $15 not included in the prices shown below.   Shipping is $15 because of the weight of the machine.  Amaze Machine is the full box (magnetic platform, cutting  plates etc) that we have always sold and those items are just not shown in the photo below.

NOTE:   Like all machines, the Amaze machine will remain under warranty for a year after the date of purchase. FSJ will be introducing a new machine in the new catalog, and this machine utilizes the same platform and plates as the Amaze machine. So rest assured, you will be able to purchase replacement plates for your Amaze machine for years to come.


BD-0391 Banners & Bows Bundle



Retirement Lists - Fun Stampers Journey Products

 


While supplies last - some are limited quantities.
Fun Stampers Journey has announced their retirement list of products.   Sales pricing starts on May 1 and goes through June 30, 2018 while supplies last.   They have had some items that have already sold out within hours of the announcement.
To view the full alpha list (pdf file), you can CLICK HERE.
 It shows the items listed by catalog and then page number. 
To view the full list by catalog page number, click here.
It is sad to see some of our favorite items retire, but the good side to this is that means new products will be coming our way as of July 1.

The full jewelry line is retiring!!!  That is one of the reasons our retirement list is longer than normal.  Some amazing deals on all of the retirement items.  
NOTE:   Any customer that places a minimum $100 order(s) (before tax & shipping) through my website during April/May/June 2018 will automatically receive a free copy of the brand new 2018/2019 Fun Stampers Journey Catalog.   That catalog will go live on July 1, 2018.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards


Friday, May 4, 2018

Anniversary Card Using Mystic Romance Prints and Heart You Embossing Folder - Both are Retiring. FSJ Products



The Heart You Embossing Folder (retiring) used with Journey Brush Gold Card Stock just gives this card that extra special look.  Just what I wanted for this special anniversary card.   It doesn't show in the photo, but I did use Sparkle Silk over the card front before attaching the fussy cut rose bouquet.   The roses on the front and inside of the card are from the Mystic Romance Prints Printed Paper.  This printed paper is retiring.   It's one of my all time favorites.   Order quickly if you want this, I'm predicting it will sell out quickly.  

Any time I have a darker card base, I add in an insert of Whip Cream Card Stock.   Perfect for a sentiment or handwritten note.   
 

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:


Bird Melody Stamp Set SS-0496 set of 9 stamps
Bird Melody Die Set DI-0356 set of 8 dies
    BUNDLE AND SAVE
    Bird Melody Bundle BD-0273 (stamp & die set)
Mystic Romance Prints Printed Paper PP-0047  12 x 12"   (retiring)
Heart You Embossing Folder EF-0003 (retiring)
Journey Brush Gold Card Stock CS-0134  10 pack of 8 1/2" x 11"
Pomegranate Splash Card Stock CS-0027
Sparkle Silk IP-0126
Craft Glue AD-0111
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium



May and June 2018 Promotions!!!!



FREE Amaze Die Cutting Machine  (While supplies last)


The Fun Stampers Journey Banners & Bows Bundle is an amazing way to get the retiring "Amaze Machine" for FREE.      BD-0391  $89.70 (plus tax & $15 flat rate shipping)

May 1st through June 30, 2018:  When you purchase the die bundle below (all current dies), you will receive the Amaze FREE.   This is while supplies last as the Amaze Machine is retiring.    There is a flat rate shipping fee of $15 not included in the prices shown below.   Shipping is $15 because of the weight of the machine.  Amaze Machine is the full box (magnetic platform, cutting  plates etc) that we have always sold and those items are just not shown in the photo below.

NOTE:   Like all machines, the Amaze machine will remain under warranty for a year after the date of purchase. FSJ will be introducing a new machine in the new catalog, and this machine utilizes the same platform and plates as the Amaze machine. So rest assured, you will be able to purchase replacement plates for your Amaze machine for years to come.


BD-0391 Banners & Bows Bundle



Retirement Lists - Fun Stampers Journey Products

 


While supplies last - some are limited quantities.
Fun Stampers Journey has announced their retirement list of products.   Sales pricing starts on May 1 and goes through June 30, 2018 while supplies last.   They have had some items that have already sold out within hours of the announcement.
To view the full alpha list (pdf file), you can CLICK HERE.
 It shows the items listed by catalog and then page number.  
To view the full list by catalog page number, click here.
It is sad to see some of our favorite items retire, but the good side to this is that means new products will be coming our way as of July 1.

The full jewelry line is retiring!!!  That is one of the reasons our retirement list is longer than normal.  Some amazing deals on all of the retirement items.  
NOTE:   Any customer that places a minimum $100 order(s) (before tax & shipping) through my website during April/May/June 2018 will automatically receive a free copy of the brand new 2018/2019 Fun Stampers Journey Catalog.   That catalog will go live on July 1, 2018.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Thursday, January 4, 2018

Tone On Tone Lemon Drop Card Stock - Fun Stampers Journey Products

I wanted to share another example of the tone on tone technique using the exact same elements except a new color and a new sentiment.



Do you have a favorite?  The one on the left if from yesterday's blog post.  I like both of them and love all the depth and dimension each color shows.   I hope that you will try this technique too.   It is easy to do, but really gives the WOW factor to your project.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:


Yummy Dots Embossing Folder EF-0010
Everyday Script Stamp Set SS-0543 set of 5 stamps
Everyday Script Die Set DI-0405 set of 5 dies

    Bundle and Save

    Everyday Script Bundle   BD-0344
Summer Branch Die Set set of 1 die
Bloom Cluster Die Set set of 1 die
Lemon Drop Stock CS-0018
Hazelnut Blend Ink Pad  IP-0012
Journey Foam Squares  AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Easy Glide Permanent Adhesive Runner AD-0081
        Refill AD-0082
Glue Dots AD-0083
 Flutter By Paper Punch Cartridge  TO-0008
       Cartridge requires a Punch Handle  TO-0031*
   
*NOTE:   Handle will work will all paper punch cartridges, so you only need to buy one.   I have two handles so that I can set up two cartridges at one time.   But the handles do easily switched out.


JANUARY 2018 PROMOTIONS



What an awesome deals during the month of January 2018.   20% off clear blocks and storage items from Fun Stampers Journey!!!

(click on the following 3 photos if you need to enlarge them)





Please contact me if you have any questions. 

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Wednesday, January 3, 2018

Tone On Tone Creates Elegance For This Card - Fun Stampers Journey Products

It is amazing how elegant a card can look with using only one main color for all of the elements except for the sentiment.   With this card I used Banana Cream for all of the card stock.   The sentiment was stamped with Hazelnut Blend ink pad.

Look at all the elements of this card and the layering.   There is an embossed background, layered leaves, layered tiny butterflies, and a popped up sentiment.   This card could be used for any occasion by just switching out the sentiment.   You could also switch all the complete look of the card by doing it in a completely different color for the card stock.   Any color would work.


Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:


Yummy Dots Embossing Folder EF-0010
Everyday Script Stamp Set SS-0543 set of 5 stamps
Everyday Script Die Set DI-0405 set of 5 dies

    Bundle and Save

    Everyday Script Bundle   BD-0344
Summer Branch Die Set set of 1 die
Bloom Cluster Die Set set of 1 die
Banana Cream Card Stock CS-0087
Hazelnut Blend Ink Pad  IP-0012
Journey Foam Squares  AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Easy Glide Permanent Adhesive Runner AD-0081
        Refill AD-0082
Glue Dots AD-0083
 Flutter By Paper Punch Cartridge  TO-0008
       Cartridge requires a Punch Handle  TO-0031*
   
*NOTE:   Handle will work will all paper punch cartridges, so you only need to buy one.   I have two handles so that I can set up two cartridges at one time.   But the handles do easily switched out.

If you go to my video https://youtu.be/TLgo7C2pb5g  
and fast forward to the 5 minute mark, you will see exactly how our system works using the cartridge and the handle.





JANUARY 2018 PROMOTIONS



What an awesome deals during the month of January 2018.   20% off clear blocks and storage items from Fun Stampers Journey!!!

(click on the following 3 photos if you need to enlarge them)





Please contact me if you have any questions. 

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Video: Unboxing the May 2017 Bloom Box - Decorative Doily Stamp Set - Fun Stampers Journey

I call the Bloom Box Kit I receive each month from Fun Stampers Journey my "Happy Mail".   It is so wonderful to receive this box of beautiful products and know that I have a card making time ahead for me.  The Decorative Doily Stamp Set is featured in this month's Bloom Box.   It is elegant and versatile.   So many uses for this set from wedding, birthday, thinking of you, thank you, Mothers' Day and more. 

I took a video of the unboxing of this kit so  you could see how it arrives.   Scroll further down to see my cards that I created last night with the kit.   I just couldn't wait to make them.   If you are reading this via e-mail, the direct link to the video is:   https://youtu.be/hL_8ZSpHA1M



Remember with the kits, you don't have to follow the directions to a "T".   Feel free to switch out inks, and layouts.   The ideas featured in the instruction book are guidelines. 

Here are the cards I made with this kit:





The Bloom Box is a 6 month subscription.   The cost is $24.95 per month plus tax & shipping.   The first kit is the kit of the month in the month you place your order.   Then each kit after that is charged to your credit card on the 1st of the month and shipped a day or two later to you.   It is shipped via priority mail.

NEWS:  


1.  The retirement list (Break-up Sale and Clearance Sale) will be live as of May 16.   All items will be available while supplies last.   Also please note that this will be the day our new website goes live too.   Complete details will be posted as soon as I have them.

2.  New Website:   Goes Live May 16th.
When is the last day to order in the current system?
Sunday, May 14 is the last day to order.
Close all parties and place your orders by May 14 at 11:59 p.m.
The current system will close down on May 15.
The new system will be up on May 16.

When the new system launches, the Break-up Sale (30% off select items) and the Retirement Sale (50% off select items) will go live too. Items are on sale "while quantities" last.

 Please contact me directly if you have order questions or question about becoming a Coach/a member of my team.    As always, orders may be placed through my business website.    Don't forget you earn a FREE Bloom Benefit for each $50 increment of your order (before tax & shipping).   It's a "Thank You" gift from Fun Stampers Journey for using our products.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Friday, May 5, 2017

Doily Heart Happy Anniversary Card - Fun Stampers Journey



This card has layers, die cutting, fussy cutting, embellishments, accents of Silks, and even used daubers with ink to create the marbling in the background.   My inspiration was the Doily Heart Stamp Set and the card grew from there.

Card base is Tangerine Fusion.   I cut a smaller piece (3 3/4 x 5") for layering.   The layering piece  I used our new daubers with Turbo Teal ink along with Sour Lemon ink to rub into the card stock.  This created the marbling effect.   Gold and Bronze Silks were used as a splatter across the background.

The Heart Doily was stamped with was stamped with Tangerine Fusion Ink Pad and then fussy cut out.

The larger heart was cut out using the Heart-Felt Die Set, then was embossed with the Petals Wall Embossing Folder.

The hearts from Amazing Accents set were brush painted with Gold Silks to add a bit of simmer and shine to the wood.  When I attached them to the card I used our Craft Glue, pressed firmly in place, and let dry. 

Vintage Lace (this is on the retiring list that goes live May 10th) was attached to the card layer before I attached it to the card base.


Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:  

Tangerine Fusion Ink Pad IP-0005
Tangerine Fusion Card Stock CS-0036
Turbo Teal Ink Pad IP-0116
Sour Lemon Ink Pad IP-0115
Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Dauber Dowel Large TO-0138  Refills Large TO-0140
Journey Bronze Silk IP-0091
Journey Gold Silk IP-0096
Craft Glue AD-0111
Petals Wall Embossing Folder EF-0007
Heart-Felt Die Set DI-0033 set of 7 dies
Doily Heart Stamp Set AT-0072 set of 2 stamps
Amazing Accents AC-0201 set of 24 pieces
Vintage Lace AC-0166 .. 3 styles, 32" of each
White Liner Double Sided Tape AD-0001
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Amaze Die Cutting Machine TO-0134
OR
Journey Platinum Die Cutting Machine TO-0090


NEWS/PROMOTIONS:

Retirement list/sale will go live on May 16th.   Some truly amazing deals coming our way. 

Please contact me directly if you have order questions or question about becoming a Coach/a member of my team.    As always, orders may be placed through my business website.    Don't forget you earn a FREE Bloom Benefit for each $50 increment of your order (before tax & shipping).   It's a "Thank You" gift from Fun Stampers Journey for using our products.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Thursday, May 4, 2017

Just Married Stamp Set and Embossing Used For This Wedding Anniversary Card - Fun Stampers Journey


A few of our friends had wedding anniversaries this week, so I have been busy making cards to mail out.

This is the first time I have used the Fun Stampers Journey Embossing Powders.  For this card I used both the white and the black.   Very pleased with the outcome and love how shiny it gets when heated then dried.

TIP:   Using embossing powders is a great way to keep watercolor inside of the lines.  It acts as a barrier so the watercolor doesn't spread out unless the brush is larger than the area you are painting.

TIP:   PanPastels Colorless Blender is great to use when embossing.   Sponge it on with your Sofft Tool or with a Dauber Dowel going completely over the area you will be embossing.   Rub in firmly to the card stock.   Doing this with the PanPastels eliminates static on your card stock.  


Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:  

Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Deep Lilac Card Stock CS-0096
Journey Heat Gun TO-0083
Journey White Embossing Powder IP-0098
Journey Black Embossing Powder IP-0099
Deco Dots Stamp Set AT-0211 set of 1 stamp
Just Married Stamp Set AT-0086 set of 1 stamp
Dauber Dowel Large TO-0138  Refills Large TO-0140
Vintage Lace AC-0166 .. 3 styles, 32" of each (retiring product)
White Liner Double Sided Tape AD-0001
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Journey Ovals Die Set  DI-0042 set of 10 dies
Amaze Die Cutting Machine TO-0134
OR
Journey Platinum Die Cutting Machine TO-0090


NEWS/PROMOTIONS:

Retirement list/sale will go live on May 16th.   Some truly amazing deals coming our way. 

Please contact me directly if you have order questions or question about becoming a Coach/a member of my team.    As always, orders may be placed through my business website.    Don't forget you earn a FREE Bloom Benefit for each $50 increment of your order (before tax & shipping).   It's a "Thank You" gift from Fun Stampers Journey for using our products.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available