Caroling with The Paper Players

It’s Sunday, and I thank you for joining me for the reveal of today’s The Paper Players card.  We have a clean and simple sketch for you this week, courtesy of Anne Marie Hile.  I really did try to be clean and simple.  And you have to admit, compared to last Thursday’s card, this is clean and simple for me!  I may use this as my Christmas card design this year.  I LOVE the Mocha Morning Specialty Designer Series Paper.  It is so rich and yummy!  Of course, the “Carolers” image, from A Christmas Carol is right up my alley! However, in keeping with the clean and simple theme, I did not watercolor it, as I would have liked.  I hope that you enjoy “Caroling with The Paper Players”.

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips: Clean, Simple and Classy
  •  Let the paper work for you! By selecting a rich pattern from the Mocha Morning Designer Series Paper collection, I did not have to spend time adding lots of embellishments.  The paper itself typifies class and elegance!

  • Select satin! For a classy and elegant look, choose a satin ribbon.  In this case, nothing beats the richness of Early Espresso.  I realize that this color retired, but I had a nearly new roll of it which I needed to use up.  If you do not have Early Espresso, substitute Basic Black or Chocolate Chip…or even Very Vanilla!
  • Heat Emboss to add some gloss!  A little VersaMark ink and Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder adds to the overall elegance and formality.
  • Pennants and Pearls!  Of course, we all know that Basic Pearls go with everything!  I have used a configuration of five, in keeping with the “odd number rule”!  Flagged ends on sentiments are all the rage, and once again, it adds a touch of class!
Clean and simple is really a challenge for me.  But I restrained myself from adding lace, antique brads, safety pins and all of the other trinkets I usually add to a card.  And no Seven Sided Tool for me, either.  Of course, the most difficult thing was keeping my Color Spritzer Tool in the drawer.  (I even took it to Salt Lake City with me…no lie!) The little speckles you see are “built” into the Naturals Ivory card stock I used.  So…I am anxious!  What do you think of today’s card?  Please leave me a comment to let me know.  Questions about today’s card?  I am always just an email away! Until next time…
Coming Soon:  Blog Candy, Retired Stamp List, So Seriously Birthday Card for Michelle the Handler

Stamp Set:  A Christmas Carol (W 122635, C 122637);  Inks:  VersaMark (102283), Soft Suede (115657);  Designer Series Paper:  Mocha Morning (122366); Card Stock:  Naturals Ivory (102316), Soft Suede (115318), Brushed Gold (102935);  Tools:  Heat Tool (100005), Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109133), Sponge Dauber (102892); Glitz and Glam:  Basic Pearls (119247), Early Espresso Satin Ribbon (retired)

A Peek at the Players

The Paper Players is one of my favorite challenges, and I am so happy to be a part of such a talented Design Team.  In keeping with a tradition that I have started, I am sharing a peek at the card which will be revealed in its entirety tomorrow. 

Card Winner

Congratulations to Dale Morin, who was randomly selected to receive the Beau Chateau card which was created for the Pals Paper Arts challenge.  A big “thank you” goes out to everyone who left comments.  Your comments really are important to me, and I appreciate them so much.

Christmas Keepsake Project

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Isn’t this keepsake box just gorgeous?  It can be yours simply by purchasing the $99.00 Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit.   Not only will you receive over $185 worth of product, you’ll also receive the Christmas Keepsake Project Kit, a $40 value, for FREE. 

Here is what is included:

  • Keepsake box
  • Scallop borders (cut from Tasteful Trim Bigz XL Die)
  • First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper strip (2)
  • Holly Berry Designer Series Paper piece
  • Real Red Top Note (cut from Top Note Bigz Die)
  • Real Red Decorative Label (cut from Matchbook Bigz XL Die
  • Wild Wasabi Card Stock strips (3)
  • Naturals Ivory Card Stock piece
  • Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Fabric
  • Real Red 1-1/4″ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
  • Real Red 5/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon
  • Victoria 5/8″ Crochet Trim
  • Linen Thread
  • Champagne Fine Galaxy Stampin’ Glitter
  • Vanilla Pearl 1/2″ Simply Adorned Bauble
  • Pearl Basic Jewels (1 pkg.)
  • Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Buttons
  • Mini Vintage Tags
  • Pines and Poinsettias (an exclusive stamp set)

The $99 Starter Kit is a terrific deal which can be customized with the stamp sets and colors of your choice.  It’s friendly on the budget, while still garnering you ALL of the perks associated with Stampin’ Up!  through December 31st.  If you happen to reach $300 in total sales, you will be able to “renew” for three more months….which would take you right into Sale-A-Bration time.  Plus,  by purchasing the kit now, you will be able to take advantage of the Holiday Mini preorder on August 1st.  There is no commitment to host workshops or get outside sales, and there is no penalty to drop.

Become part of a wonderful group of friends who share orientation and monthly meeting calls, who have access to two private blogs, and who participate in PPA challenges and Pals blog hops.  I am always available to help you. 

Why choose to purchase your kit through me?  I am a professionally educated mentor who is dedicated to helping  members of The Schach Pack.  I truly care. 

“Ann is the best.  She is always there when I have questions.  You can tell that she must have been an excellent teacher, because she explains things clearly and is always patient.  When I was trying to start a monthly club, Ann freely shared ideas and was there to encourage me every step of the way.”  L.S.

“Ann is so sweet.  Not only does she share her time and talent, she also gives, gives, gives.  As a new demo working with limited supplies, Ann sent me a “care package” filled with paper, ribbon, markers, and tons of cards that she had created. ”  B.C.

No…I am not offering you any fancy or expensive incentives…the Starter Kit with the Christmas Project Box is already a fabulous value.  What I am offering you is simply me.  I will give freely of my time, my talent, and my expertise.  If you are ready to purchase the $99 Starter Kit now,  please click HERE.  And if you questions that you would like to have answered, just EMAIL me.  Until next time…

Beau Chateau for Pals Paper Arts

It’s Thursday and time to play at Pals Paper Arts! And what better way to get those creative juices flowing than with a sketch by talented Pal, Margaret Moody!  I hope you enjoy this vintage-style friendship card featuring the gorgeous Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper!

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:  Vintage and Lovin’ It
  • Have a yearning for Faux Burning?  It’s so easy!  Simply tear the Designer Series Paper up and towards you, then blacken the edge using a Sponge Dauber and Soft Suede ink.

  • Spritz and crinkle for a vintage wrinkle! I took First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper, and tore and distressed the edges with Soft Suede ink.  Then I spritzed it with Stampin’ Mist, and crumpled it up.  After carefully unfolding the rectangle, it was allowed to air dry.  It forms a fabulous mat for the Chicken Wire pattern!

  • Who can resist Emboss Resist?  The Flourish from Elements of Style was inked in VersaMark and stamped onto the Chicken Wire paper.  It was then heat embossed using Clear Stampin’ Emboss Powder.  Next, Marina Mist ink was applied over the top using a Stampin’ Sponge.

  • A butterfly flutters by…on a pearl encrusted Mini Clothespin! A whimsical touch which adds so much!

  • Scrunchy and bunchy! Shirring ribbon is a breeze.  I simply pull a thread and shirr away!

  • The “Pearl-fect” Punch! A Blossom Bouquet Triple Punch flower is cut in half and decked out in Basic Pearls. This is designed to make you say “Wow”!

I hope you enjoyed today’s reveal.  Remember, this card will be winging its way to one lucky person who will be randomly selected from everyone who leaves comments today and yesterday.  The winner will be named in the next post. 

So…what do you think of today’s card?  I think the Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper is a wonderful choice for creating a vintage/shabby chic style of card.  As always…I LOVE answering your questions about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use.  Never hesitate to email me!  Until next time…
Coming Soon:  Blog Candy, CASE of the Week, a special birthday card for Michelle the Handler, and my HUGE retired stamp list  

Stamp Sets:  You’re a Gem (W 122268, C 122270), Elements of Style (W 118611, C 120045), Creative Elements (W  122645, C 122647); Inks:  VersaMark (102283), Soft Suede (115657), Marina Mist (119668);  Designer Series Paper:  Beau Chateau (122357), First Edition (121878);  Card Stock: Pink Pirouette (111351), Baja Breeze (111352), Very Vanilla (101650);  Tools:  Heat Tool (100005), Clear Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109130), Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch (122464), Sponge Dauber (102892), Stamping Sponge (101610), Distressing Essentials (118762), Cutter Kit (106958);  Glitz and Glam:  Baja Breeze Seam Binding (122331),  Mini Clothespins (122942), Basic Pearls (119247), Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz (118772), Vintage Trinkets (118764)