Ho Ho Ho – It’s Santa!

Ho ho ho! It’s Santa! He’s here to tell you it’s Sunday, and time to play with The Paper Players!

Ho ho ho It's SantaThis week, Anne Marie has a fun sketch for us. While I seized the opportunity to create another holiday card,  I can’t wait to see what YOU create!

Ho ho ho It's Santa
Colors of the Day
Ho ho ho It's Santa
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

I love Stampin’ Up!’s Memories & More Card Packs. The Santa Express card pack contained a card featuring this amazing Santa.  With just a few snips of the scissors, Santa was freed from the card and was ready to take his place on the card base. The sentiment and stars were also from the card pack. I used a Soft Succulent Stampin’ Blend to quickly color them.  Adhering them to the card was a breeze with multipurpose liquid glue.  Snowfall Accents Puff Paint add a playful touch of texture to Santa’s beard and hat.

Ho ho ho It's SantaTo download the free step-by-step tutorial for today’s Santa’s Ho Ho HO card, which includes all the paper measurements and all of the current products used, please click on the button below. For every card which has been posted on my blog since 2019, there is a free tutorial.

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  • SAVE at least 20% ON EVERYTHING YOU PURCHASE! Once you join, you’ll enjoy a discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up!® items.
  • NO PRESSURE OR OBLIGATION TO SELL TO OTHERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.
  • THERE’S NO RISK! NO PENALTY TO DROP! If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter after you sign-up, you automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter. To continue, you will need to reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) to renew from quarter to quarter. If you don’t reach $300 in sales, you can “drop” with no penalty.
  • CONTINUE the BENEFITS and DISCOUNTS! From the time you join through the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter, you will be able to take advantage of demonstrator discounts and benefits. The Quarters are January – March, April – June, July – September, October – Dec. You will have the balance of the quarter in which you join PLUS the first full quarter to reach your first $300 in sales (includes personal purchases) and renew for another quarter.
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Schach Pack Pals and engage with a community of other stampers.
  • Questions about joining? Email me at ann@thestampinschach.com. If you are ready to join NOW, CLICK HERE!
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Ready to order supplies to make your own cards? I would love to be your Demonstrator. Click Here to place an order in my online store.

When checking out, if you apply the Host Code to your online orders of at least $75, but under $150, you’ll get a free gift from me. If your order is over $150, please do not apply the host code – you will be receiving your own host rewards, as well as your gift from me.  All orders of $50 or more earn points toward my Loyalty Rewards Program.

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Looking for an oldie but goodie? Check out my retired stamps which I have for sale.  Some prices have been reduced.

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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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Your Light Shines Brighter Than You Know

“Your light shines brighter than you know.” Sometimes when a situation is difficult, finding the right words to say is hard.  That is the time when the perfect sentiment can make all the difference. It’s Sunday, and time to play with The Paper Players.

Your Light Shines Brighter Than You KnowThis week, the lovely Laurie is hosting our Clean and Simple challenge. She has selected a Nautical theme for us.

Your Light Shines Brighter Than You Know

I love the new Lighthouse Point stamp set and Lighthouse dies, and felt they would be perfect for this week’s card.  I can’t wait to see what YOU create.   But,  remember, by clean and simple The Paper Players mean cards that:

  • Have minimal layers and embellishments
  • Have plenty of open space
  • Are simple and uncluttered
Colors Of The Day

Your Light Shines Brighter Than You Know

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

Lighthouse images are powerful.  To me, they symbolize security and strength, their beacons of light providing guidance through the unknown darkness.  Today’s card was made for my sister, who is battling Stage IV metastatic lung cancer.  It was discovered a few months ago when she had a heart attack.  My parents passed when I was just out of college, and it was my sister who held our family together.  Several years older than me, she was my guiding light, my beacon in the darkness.  She has always been a pillar of strength for me, and now it is my turn to be that pillar of strength for her. I know our days are numbered, but her light shines brighter than she will ever know.

Your Light Shines Brighter Than You KnowToday’s card is easy to create. The lighthouse die set does all the work for you.  Did you know the Drybrush background stamp can create a pretty nifty water effect?  And the Sun Prints designer series paper collection contains this pattern which is perfect for a foggy night sky at sea. To download the free step-by-step tutorial for today’s Slimline Die Cut Lighthouse card, which includes all the paper measurements and all of the current products used, please click on the button below. For every card which has been posted on my blog since 2019, there is a free tutorial.

2022 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
2021 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
2020 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
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Hurry! Sale-A-Bration ends August 31st!
Do You Have A Big Wish List? Join Stampin’ Up! During SAB
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Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-A-Bration and receive the amazing Making Plans Collection for FREE!

Do you have a BIG WISH LIST? Consider becoming a Stampin’ Up!® demonstrator. The Starter Kit is a great value! For $99, choose $125 worth of products, and it ships for FREE (an additional 11% savings)!  Plus,  if you join during Sale-A-Bration you will receive the amazing Making Plans collection, including a fabulous planner and exclusive stamp set for FREE!

Here are just a few of the perks of being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator:

  • SAVE at least 20% ON EVERYTHING YOU PURCHASE! Once you join, you’ll enjoy a discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up!® items.
  • NO PRESSURE OR OBLIGATION TO SELL TO OTHERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.
  • THERE’S NO RISK! NO PENALTY TO DROP! If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter after you sign-up, you automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter. To continue, you will need to reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) to renew from quarter to quarter. If you don’t reach $300 in sales, you can “drop” with no penalty.
  • CONTINUE the BENEFITS and DISCOUNTS! From the time you join through the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter, you will be able to take advantage of demonstrator discounts and benefits. The Quarters are January – March, April – June, July – September, October – Dec. You will have the balance of the quarter in which you join PLUS the first full quarter to reach your first $300 in sales (includes personal purchases) and renew for another quarter.
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Schach Pack Pals and engage with a community of other stampers.
  • Questions about joining? Email me at ann@thestampinschach.com. If you are ready to join NOW, CLICK HERE!
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Current Host Code Information

Ready to order supplies to make your own cards? I would love to be your Demonstrator. Click Here to place an order in my online store.

When checking out, if you apply the Host Code to your online orders of at least $75, but under $150, you’ll get a free gift from me. If your order is over $150, please do not apply the host code – you will be receiving your own host rewards, as well as your gift from me.  All orders of $50 or more earn points toward my Loyalty Rewards Program.

Current Code: KWWYHZWC
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Looking for an oldie but goodie? Check out my retired stamps which I have for sale.  Some prices have been reduced.

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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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  • The $99 Starter Kit is the BEST DEAL EVER! Check out the details HERE.
  • Join Paper Pumpkin
  • Check out the Clearance Rack and save!
  • See my Retired Sets for Sale.
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Floral Fun Fold

A floral fun fold card, with its fussy-cut focal point, awaits you in today’s post. Plus, Nueve has some exciting news! It’s time to play at Festive Friday – Home of the Inspo List!

floral fun fold card

For this week’s challenge, we are inspired by Grandparents Day.  Remember, at Festive Friday, you do not need to actually celebrate or make a card for the occasion featured. Your goal is to simply use three or more items from the inspiration list on your project. I used fancy fold, plaid, and pearls to create my card. I can’t wait to see what YOU create!

floral fun fold card
Colors Of The Day
floral fun fold card
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

Oh my gosh!  Can you say easy? Today’s card is one in which the designer paper does absolutely all of the work. Paired with a joy fold design, the result is a sweet card perfect for almost any occasion.  Basic White die cuts and a gorgeous floral image, fussy-cut from the Awash in Beauty designer series paper, takes center stage.  Ribbon holds the flap in place, while a sprinkling of pearls adorn it.

floral fun fold card

To download the free step-by-step tutorial for today’s  Floral Fun Fold Card,  which includes all the paper measurements and all of the current products used, please click on the button below. For every card which has been posted on my blog since 2019, there is a free tutorial.

2022 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
2021 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
2020 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE
2019 FREE Tutorial PDF Gallery – CLICK HERE

For more inspiration, be sure to visit the rest of the  Festive Friday Challenge  Design team.

Ann Schach

Beth McCullough

Sharon Hashimoto Burkert

Melanie Hungerford

Helen Jennings

Melva Peters

Jaydee

Diane Evans 

Joanne James- off this week

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Nueve’s Notes

Hey, everyone! It’s me! Nueve! I’ve got exciting news! I am so excited, I can hardly keep my nub from wiggling!  I went to North Dakota to a big dog show and became a CHAMPION! I’m a champion!!! I’m not sure what that means, but it sure made my Mom, my Dad, and my best friend, Michelle, very happy.   Being so happy must have given Michelle super-powers,  because she was able to lift all 82 pounds of me into a giant flower pot for a picture.  I was happy, too.  I gave her kisses because I know she likes them.

floral fun fold card

It was really fun. People were telling me how handsome I was. I made sure to give them my “cute puppy” look.  Then they would say, “Aw! You are SO cute” and “You are such a GOOD boy!”  My whole butt wiggled with joy.

floral fun fold card

When we had our picture taken together,  the Judging Man told me I was handsome, and that I was a good boy. He looked grumpy, but he wasn’t. He was really nice, and I liked him.  I wanted to give him kisses.  But, no matter how much I like the judge, I’m not allowed to give him kisses. Michelle told me so. But, I think she just wants all my kisses for herself.

floral fun fold cardMom said because I worked so hard and was so good, I could have a cheeseburger and a toy. I really liked the cheeseburger, and for dessert I got Roberta Cookies.  They are SO yummy. Mom says they smell like people cookies.  Now that I am a champion, I’m going to miss Michelle. But, Mom said we can still visit her, and I can still give her kisses and make her laugh.  Making people happy is one of my jobs.  I am a working dog. I am Good Boy Nueve!

 

Woo hoo!  Stampin’ Up! released 10 more FREE gifts you can earn with a qualifying order during Sale-A-Bration!

New SAB August 2022
New SAB August 2022
New SAB August 2022

Start earning FREE Sale-A-Bration products with every $50 purchase (before tax and shipping)!

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Please note:  The following Sale-A-Bration items are no longer available:

Item 159940  POOL PARTY & SOFT SEA FOAM CARDS & ENVELOPES

Item 159938  TREE LOT DIES

Sale-A-Bration ends August 31st!
Do You Have A Big Wish List? Join Stampin’ Up! During SAB
Sale-A-Bration
Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-A-Bration and receive the amazing Making Plans Collection for FREE!

Do you have a BIG WISH LIST? Consider becoming a Stampin’ Up!® demonstrator. The Starter Kit is a great value! For $99, choose $125 worth of products, and it ships for FREE (an additional 11% savings)!  Plus,  if you join during Sale-A-Bration you will receive the amazing Making Plans collection, including a fabulous planner and exclusive stamp set for FREE!

Here are just a few of the perks of being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator:

  • SAVE at least 20% ON EVERYTHING YOU PURCHASE! Once you join, you’ll enjoy a discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up!® items.
  • NO PRESSURE OR OBLIGATION TO SELL TO OTHERS! There’s never an obligation to host parties, sell products, or purchase anything else after the kit.
  • THERE’S NO RISK! NO PENALTY TO DROP! If you reach $300 in sales by the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter after you sign-up, you automatically renew your demonstrator discounts and benefits for another quarter. To continue, you will need to reach $300+ in sales (includes personal purchases) to renew from quarter to quarter. If you don’t reach $300 in sales, you can “drop” with no penalty.
  • CONTINUE the BENEFITS and DISCOUNTS! From the time you join through the end of the first full Stampin’ Up!® quarter, you will be able to take advantage of demonstrator discounts and benefits. The Quarters are January – March, April – June, July – September, October – Dec. You will have the balance of the quarter in which you join PLUS the first full quarter to reach your first $300 in sales (includes personal purchases) and renew for another quarter.
  • JOIN TODAY! Purchase the starter kit through me and instantly become a member of the Schach Pack Pals and engage with a community of other stampers.
  • Questions about joining? Email me at ann@thestampinschach.com. If you are ready to join NOW, CLICK HERE!
***********
Current Host Code Information

Ready to order supplies to make your own cards? I would love to be your Demonstrator. Click Here to place an order in my online store.

When checking out, if you apply the Host Code to your online orders of at least $75, but under $150, you’ll get a free gift from me. If your order is over $150, please do not apply the host code – you will be receiving your own host rewards, as well as your gift from me.  All orders of $50 or more earn points toward my Loyalty Rewards Program.

Current Code: KWWYHZWC
************

Looking for an oldie but goodie? Check out my retired stamps which I have for sale.  Some prices have been reduced.

************

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…

siggy-1

  • The $99 Starter Kit is the BEST DEAL EVER! Check out the details HERE.
  • Join Paper Pumpkin
  • Check out the Clearance Rack and save!
  • See my Retired Sets for Sale.
  • Follow me on Facebook.
  • Follow me on Pinterest.
  • Subscribe to my YouTube Channel.
  • To receive my daily blog updates, subscription links are in the right sidebar.
  • If you are in need of any current catalog, and you do not have a demonstrator, please email me (kimschach@msn.com). I will send you one free of charge!