On the CASE with A Floral Tag

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floral tag

Nicole and I are back On the CASE. Our mission: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs, and break down gorgeous samples step-by-step, just for you! CASE means to Copy and Share with Everyone, and that is exactly what we will be doing. We hope you enjoy the cards we CASE and the free tutorials included in our posts. Sadly, this is the last CASE from both the 2017 – 2018 Annual Catalog and the Occasions Catalog.  But on the upside, our next CASE will come from the new Annual Catalog.  SO… let’s get stampin’!

On the CASE: Lots of Love
A Floral Tag
Stamp Set:  Annual Catalog Page 87; Sample Page 181

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The floral tag created with the Lots of Love stamp set is adorable! I like to surprise my friends with homemade cookies and candies, and gift tags such as this are the perfect touch.  Even though I had to improvise on the sentiment, (the catalog sample uses Brushwork Alphabet, which I do not own), I had fun creating today’s CASE.

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Colors of the Day
Stamps and Papers and Inks … Oh, My!

Stamps: Lots of Love (Retiring May 31, 2018), Crafting Forever (sentiment)
Paper:  Whisper White Cardstock (3-3/4″ x 2″,  3-1/2″ x 3″, scrap)
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Powder Pink Stampin’ Write Marker, Tangerine Tango Stampin’ Write Marker, Tranquil Tide Stampin’ Pad and Stampin’ Write Marker
Other: Scalloped Tag Topper Punch, Paper Snips,  Basics Pack 2 Washi Tape, Powder Pink 1/2″ Finely Woven Ribbon, Whisper White Baker’s Twine, SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals (Ann’s stepped-up version: Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Clear Faceted Gems)

“On the CASE” Notes
Your Step-by-Step Guide

1.  Punch the tag using the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch. Wrap two pieces of Tranquil Tide Washi Tape around the bottom of the tag.

2.  Using the sentiment from the Crafting Forever set, selectively ink the word “friends” with a Tranquil Tide Stampin’ Write marker.

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3.  Stamp the flowers as follows:  Large Flower – Pool Party;  Leaves – Tranquil Tide; Leafy Frond – Pear Pizzazz; Small Flower – Powder Pink and Tranquil Tide (selectively ink with Stampin’ Write Markers);  Buds – Tangerine Tango and Tranquil Tide (once again use markers).  Fussy cut with paper snips.  Adhere to the card with dimensionals.

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4.  Stamp a second large flower, and snip out the middle section. Adhere to the main focal point with dimensionals.

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5.  Add approximately 8 inches of Powder Pink Finely Woven Ribbon through the top of the tag. Tie a Whisper White Baker’s Twine bow around the pink ribbon. Enjoy!

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To “step up” the tag,  I added Rhinestones and a single Clear Faceted Gem.  It looks awesome in person.

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I can’t wait to bake  up a batch of  goodies and present them to a friend with this tag attached!

How Hard Was It to Crack This CASE

Nothing tricky here! It’s a fun tag to create, and I hope you will give it a try!   Difficulty Level:  2 out of 5, only because it takes time and needs to be fussy cut.  And be sure to add the rhinestones and gem – you won’t regret the sparkle!

 #SUontheCASE

Nicole and I hope our projects today inspire you to try CASEing the catalog, too! We’ll be “on the case”, looking for the hashtag #SUontheCASE on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ & Pinterest). If we find one of your projects, we’ll share it, like it, repost it – we’ll do it all!

On the CASE: Picnic with YouNow head on over to Nicole at  Pixel Maven’s Retreat to see the CASE file she has been working on.  Nicole always writes the BEST tutorials!

Looking for information about The Stampin’ Schach Product shares?  Just click HERE!

Ready to get On this CASE?  If you enjoyed today’s card, and would like to try your hand at creating your own CASE,  the supply list is located below.  Clicking on a product takes you right to my store.  Be sure to use this month’s Host Code.  Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code.   If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code.  You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

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As always, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away.  Until next time…

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Easy Elegant Card and Share Information

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easy elegant card

Who doesn’t love an easy elegant card? I know I do! And that is exactly what today’s card is – easy and elegant.  It features the new Detailed with Love stamp set, new Delightfully Detailed Laser-Cut Specialty Paper, new 5/8″ Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon, and the gorgeous returning color, Blackberry Bliss. So you can make your own card, I am including a step-by-step tutorial!

Colors of the Day

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The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips – Easy and Elegant
  • Stamps:  Detailed with Love Bundle (148327 W or 148328 C)
  • Paper: 
    • 100702 Whisper White (2-1/4” x 3-1/4”, 2” x 3”)
    • 140272 Whisper White Thick (4-1/4” x 11” scored at 5-1/2” to form the card base)
    • 133675 Blackberry Bliss (3-3/4” x 5-1/4”)
    • 146907 Delightfully Detailed Laser-Cut Specialty Paper (1 panel, approximately 3-1/2” x 5”)
  • Ink:  147092 Blackberry Bliss
  • Other: 143263 Big Shot, 141706 Layering Ovals Framelits, 146320 Detailed Trio Punch (included in bundle), 110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue, 104430 Stampin’ Dimensionals, 104332 SNAIL Permanent Adhesive, 103683 Mini Glue Dots, 146912 5/8” Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon, 147016 Rich Razzleberry 1/4” Velvet Ribbon, 144219 Pearl Basic Jewels

Instructions:

  1. Adhere the laser cut panel to the Rich Razzleberry cardstock and add to the card base.
  2. Punch each corner of the 2-1/4” x 3-1/4” piece of white cardstock using the decorative corner section of the Detailed Trio Punch, then round each corner with the corner rounder section. Ink the decorative corner image in Blackberry Bliss and stamp each corner.
  3. Wrap a piece of tulle ribbon around the center of the stamped panel, adhering the ends on the back. Adhere this panel to the card with dimensionals.
  4. Add two snippets of velvet ribbon as shown.
  5. Ink the sentiment in Blackberry Bliss and stamp onto Whisper White cardstock. Die cut with a layering oval framelit. Adhere to the card with dimensionals.
  6. Add a double tulle bow to the left side of the sentiment. Embellish the sentiment with three pearls.

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Don’t you just love this sentiment? How perfect to send to a friend!

Would you like to create your own card?  If you enjoyed today’s card, and would like to create your own,  the supply list is located below.  Clicking on a product takes you right to my store.  Be sure to use this month’s Host Code.  Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a little gift from me IF you use the Host Code.  If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code.  You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

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It’s time to reserve your Annual Catalog Shares!

Why should you participate in The Stampin’ Schach’s Annual Catalog Shares?  Here are three great reasons:

  • Packaging! Designer Papers are identified for you, so you don’t have to play “Which collection is this?”  Ribbons are wrapped onto plastic bobbins, when possible, not just thrown in a bag.  Just place them onto a round ring, hang them, and there they are…ready for easy access!
  • Amounts! You receive 6″ x 12″ rectangles of paper of the designer papers, except for the 6″ x 6″ paper stacks.  That’s a plus for those of you who are memory keepers!  Plus, the ribbons are cut into ample 1-1/4 yard samples, and Baker’s Twine are cut into 5 yard samples.
  • A chance to sample a little bit of everything without breaking the bank!

How Shares Work

Shares are a way to sample the new Designer Series Papers, Ribbons, and Embellishments at a fraction of what it would cost you to purchase all of them yourself. And the nice thing is I do all the ordering, cutting, counting and re-packaging for you!

Simply EMAIL ME (kimschach@msn.com) to reserve your spot in a share. When your share fills, I will bill you via PayPal, or you may send a check. I will begin sending out PayPal invoices May 25th.

On June 1st, I will place the orders for all filled shares. Once I receive the products, I will put the troops to work, and cut, count, measure and package up your goodies pronto. Because I want to get your shares mailed out as quickly as possible, I will expedite the order!  Your papers will be lovingly wrapped and identified to protect them; ribbons will be placed onto bobbins and embellishments will be placed into small bags. Once this task is completed, your shares will be sent out via the US Postal Service.

Here’s What Others Say About My Shares

“I can’t believe how quickly I received my share.  You are amazing!” – L.S.
“Your shares are so organized and arrive in pristine condition. I love the 12″x6″ paper samples – so useful for many projects without the expense of order entire packages of DSP. ” -N.R.
“I was so pleased with your last product share. It makes a big difference when you offer the DSP at the generous size of 6″ x 12″. You did a great job on the last one.” – L.P.
“Thanks for all your hard work on the paper shares. It was perfect when I received it. Thanks for placing the name of the paper between each one.” – J.M.
“What a delightful surprise to open up your carefully packaged SU! items, Ann. You always pack with such thoughtfulness and attention to detail.” – L.P.
“I received my shares today!! The package arrived perfectly. Love all the paper!!” – J.M.

Click HERE to see all of the options…and don’t forget to email me.
The first round of shares will close on May 31st at 6:00 PM CST.

As always, if you have any questions about the cards I create, the techniques I use, or this year’s Annual Catalog shares, don’t hesitate to email me!  Until next time…

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FF0008 Watercolored Card for Festive Friday

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It’s time for the Festive Friday Challenge, where every challenge is a party! For FF0008, we are honoring Wine Day and/or Watercolor. You can create a card to celebrate Wine Day (May 25th), or a card featuring watercoloring, or a watercolored Wine Day card or project!  Whatever way you decide to create is fine with us! We would love to have you play along, so don’t forget to link up.

This week I created a watercolored  card using the new  Serene Garden Bundle (148395), available June 1st.  I really love this photopolymer set, and I hope you will, too!

Watercolored Card
A Sneak Peek at the Serene Garden Bundle
2018 – 2019 Annual Catalog

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Colors of the Day

Plus these new colors :  Balmy Blue ~ Sea Foam Green

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

The background florals on today’s card were watercolored using Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, and Rich Razzleberry Stampin’ Blends.  A new color, Balmy Blue, was used to outline the image.  I usually use Soft Sky and a Blender Pen to highlight my watercolored images, but since Soft Sky is retiring, I decided to try one of our new colors.   Balmy Blue did the trick.  However, I did take a lot color off the Blender Pen before using it.

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The butterfly was inked in Rich Razzleberry, and accented with Clear Wink of Stella.  The bird was colored with Smoky Slate.  Once again, Clear Wink of Stella was used to add sparkle, as you can see in the picture below.

watercolored card

The Basket Weave Textured Impressions Embossing Folder adds a touch of texture to the Whisper White panel, which was matted onto Soft Sea Foam cardstock to form the card base. New Share What You Love Artisan Pearls are the perfect finishing touches.

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The Challenge Twists

As mentioned earlier, Festive Friday is a challenge with twists.  If you do not wish to create a Wine Day project, you could create a project featuring watercoloring.  We offer alternatives for each challenge.  Plus, if you play along with us, you will be earning Fest Points which can be redeemed for items such as tutorials (including the tutorial for today’s card), retired Stampin’ Up! products, design team cards, and even a spot as a Guest Designer! But remember:  To earn Fest Points, you need an account on the challenge site. Just click on login/register on the challenge site to get started.

To see all of the inspiration our Design Team has created for you, head on over to Festive Friday Challenges!

Would you like to create your own card?  If you enjoyed today’s card, and would like to create your own,  the supply list is located below.  Clicking on a product takes you right to my store.  Be sure to use this month’s Host Code.  Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a little gift from me IF you use the Host Code.  If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code.  You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

MAY: 6V6WCX7D

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Price: $110.00