Eyelet Flower Tutorial and PPA Card


It’s Thursday and time to play @ PPA! This week’s Pals Paper Arts challenge is a theme challenge…Summer! And summer to me means a time for vacation, flowers, and butterflies…all of which are represented in this card. I hope you enjoy “Our Journey” through the design process!

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:

Ruffles ‘n Roses! I love the Eyelet Border Punch and I love making paper flowers, so I was thrilled when I spied this lovely flower in the latest edition of Stampin’ Success, the monthly magazine for Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. (You can receive your copies of Stampin’ Success by taking advantage of Stampin’ Up!’s current $99 Starter Kit Promotion!) Here’s the step-by-step pictorial:

Step1. Punch a circle from Daffodil Delight card stock using the 1-1/4″ Circle Punch. Cover the circle with Sticky Strip.

Step 2: Cut a 1″ strip of Daffodil Delight card stock. Punch one edge using the Eyelet Border Punch. Distress using a Sponge Dauber and Daffodil Delight ink. Tip: Distress both sides of the punched edge.

Step 3: Run this strip through the Crimper 3 or 4 times in order to break down the paper fibers and make the strip pliable.

Step 4: Remove the Sticky Strip from the circle. Begin adding the eyelet strip around the circle, pleating as you go. Tip: If you run out of paper, simply prepare a second strip and begin where you left off. This step may take a little practice to get the flower edges even!

Step 5: Using the Extra Large Bird Punch and Pear Pizzazz card stock, punch 3 wings to use as leaves. Distress the edges with Old Olive ink applied with a Sponge Dauber. Run through the Crimper for texture. Finally, apply a liberal “smooching” of Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz. Tip: While the flower is still wet from smooching, gently shape it in the cup of your hand, and allow it to dry. For even more body, add a slight misting of light hold spray starch!

Of course, the rest of the card is easy as pie!

  • Ink the “Our Journey” phrase from In a Word using Real Red and Basic Black Stampin’ Write Markers. Stamp onto Very Vanilla, and punch out with the Modern Label Punch. Pop this up onto a second Modern Label punched from Basic Black and cut in half vertically.
  • A touch of class, is provided by a snippet of Basic Black Satin Ribbon.
  • A Basic Black butterfly, made with the Beautiful Wings embosslit, completes the look !
I hope you enjoyed “Our Journey” together as I shared how to make the Eyelet Border flower. I was planning on doing my first You Tube video, but the learning curve using my Flip Cam is a little “curvier” than I expected. I am working at perfecting my video skills though, and as they say, “Practice makes perfect!” As always, I would love it if you would leave a comment to let me know what you think of today’s card. What do you think of this flower? And remember, if you ever have any questions about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use, do not hesitate to Email Me. Until next time…
Stamp Set: In a Word (W 117143; C 120057—Summer Mini); Inks: Daffodil Delight (119667—Available July 1), Old Olive (102277); Stampin’ Write Markers: Basic Black (100082), Real Red (100052); Designer Series Paper: Newsprint (117166—Available July 1); Card Stock: Basic Black (119922), Very Vanilla (101650), Daffodil Delight (119688—Available July1); Tools: Eyelet Border Punch (119853), Crimper (101618), Sponge Dauber (102892), 1-1/4″ Circle Punch (119861), Sticky Strip (104294), Big Shot (113439), Beautiful Wings Embosslit (118138); Glitz and Glam: Basic Black 5/8″ Satin Ribbon (117285), Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz (118772)

Apple Blossoms for Always Playing with Paper


Remember the new challenge that I told you about last week, Always Playing with Paper? This marks their second week of challenges, which happens to be a color challenge… and challenging it was! The colors included Brilliant Blue (or Pacific Point), Old Olive, Bashful Blue, and Whisper White, as revealed in this beautiful picture of sassy, little flip-flops:
Although this was not an inspiration challenge, the flowers on the flip-flops reminded me of the floral stamps included in the new Hostess Level 2 set, Apple Blossoms. So I grabbed my inks and stamps and set off to create! I hope that you enjoy today’s “Sneak Peek” card.
The Stampin‘ Schach Design Tips:
  • Don’t worry! Be happy! And make sure the sentiment fits the theme! These bright, cheery colors evoke happy thoughts, and as the sentiment states “Happy thoughts make happy days”.

  • Reinforce the theme! Polka dots are always fun. Old Olive Patterns Designer Paper adds a healthy “dotty” dose of fun, while the Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder adds sassiness in seconds when zipped through the Big Shot with Whisper White card stock!

  • Whimsy! What would a happy card be without a touch of whimsy? A snippet of 1/8″ Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon is all that it takes to give our posies pizzazz. While a trio of So Saffron butterflies, made with the Beautiful Wings Embosslit, draw our attention to the sentiment and the flower.

  • Fantasy flowers! For sure, these are not a real species! The bottom layers of petals were created by inking up the Larger Floral image from Apple Blossoms with Brilliant Blue ink. Layer number two was created using the Smaller Floral image and So Saffron ink. The centers were punched from Bashful Blue using the Itty Bitty Scallop Circle Punch. Those Itty Bitty Punches are just too cute!
I loved the sentiment that came with this set. It is perfect for, well, happy cards! Now I will admit that when I first saw this set, I wasn’t too sure about it. But now that I have inked it up and have imagined the possibilities, I am so happy that I selected it as one of my preorder sets.
Would you like to earn your own Apple Blossom stamp set? There are two possible ways:
  1. Host a workshop with me! If you are located in Southeast Iowa or West-Central Illinois, and would love to invite your friends to an afternoon or evening of Stampin‘ Up! fun, please email me. Have stamps…will travel!

  2. Join Stampin‘ Up! as a demonstrator! With Stampin‘ Up!’s $99 Starter Kit, there is still time to take advantage of the new catalog preorder opportunity! This is perfect for the hobby stamper! Plus, you will receive 30% off your first qualifying order if placed within 45 days (which would allow you to order from the new catalog!) For more information about joining The Schach Pack, my downline group, Click Here or Email Me.

Tuesday’s Tidbits:

  • There is still time to take advantage of my FREE catalog offer! If you do not currently have a demonstrator, email me, and I would love to drop you a catalog in the mail just as soon as I receive them! I would love to become your demonstrator! I pride myself on my customer service. This offer expires Friday, June 18th.
  • Save up those nickels and dimes for my huge Retired Stamp Sale! On July 1st, I will be listing 47 retired sets, ranging from new and unmounted to gently used.
  • Blog Candy is coming!
If you liked today’s card, and if you are looking for more inspiration, don’t forget to subscribe to The Stampin‘ Schach using the form on the left sidebar. And please, won’t you let me know what you think of today’s card? What do you think of this new hostess stamp set? Your comments are important to me, and I read them all. And remember, if you ever have a question about the cards that I create, or the techniques that I use, don’t hesitate to email me. Until next time…

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Stamp Set: Apple Blossoms Hostess Level 2 (W 118531; C 120139—Available July 1); Inks: Brilliant Blue (100691), So Saffron (105213); Stampin‘ Write Markers: Brilliant Blue (100057), Basic Black (100082); Card Stock: Pacific Point (111350), So Saffron (105118), Old Olive (100702), Bashful Blue (105120), Whisper White (100730); Designer Series Paper: Old Olive Patterns (112160); Tools: Big Shot Die Cutting Machine (113439), Beautiful Wings Embosslits (118138), Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (117335), Itty Bitty Punches (118309); Glitz and Glam: Delightful Daffodils 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon (119254)

Simple Sunday Thank You and Blog Candy Winner

With my retirement parties behind me, I have found myself in need of several “Thank You” cards.  With so many cards to make, I had to have something quick and easy…and mailable.  Although this card is clean and simple, it showcases the beautiful new Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Vintage Wallpaper.  And the sentiment is from the new Idea Book and Catalog release, Perfect Punches! And speaking of the new catty, if you do not have a current Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I will gladly send you a  FREE catalog if you EMAIL me by Friday, June 18th.  I will drop yours in the mail as soon as they become available!

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:

  • If a color combination sounds like it would be delicious for breakfast…go for it! Just kidding! But don’t you love Crumb Cake (the color formerly known as Kraft) and the new Core Color, Early Espresso together?  And I can tell you firsthand, that you will love the new Color Coach! In my opinion, it is one of the “must-have” items that every Stampin’ Up! aficionado needs in their arsenal of tools…and this is a valid tip! It suggests so many beautiful color combos! Definitely a wise investment!
  • Make every minute count! The Big Shot and a Textured Impressions Folder can add interest to a card in seconds! I know that Vintage Wallpaper will see a lot of use at The Stampin’ Schach!
  • Sentiments in seconds! The Perfect Punches stamp set includes sentiments for every occasion:  Christmas, birthdays, congrats, and friendship, as well as thanks.  And, each one coordinates with a Stampin’ Up! punch.  This would be another new catty purchase that I would place on my Wish List! When I first saw it available for preordering, I wasn’t sure about it.  But you know what…it is the perfect touch when you need a quick and easy card! Plus, you can “punch it up” a notch with layers when a more elaborate card is called for.  How versatile is that!
  • Even simple cards deserve a little bit of  lovin’ bling! And this card receives its dosage with snippets of the Early Espresso 1/8″ inch Taffeta Ribbon!
Card-making can be a family affair! Part of the rationale behind today’s design is that my family can get involved with the process.  My son, Brady, will be my “Big Shot Hero” while my husband, Kim, will be my “MICOP” (Man in Charge of Punching)! That essentially leaves me to assemble and add the ribbon.  Grantedly, this may require that I have to watch whatever is on ESPN, but you know what…I’m starting to like soccer!
Blog Hop Blog Candy Winner
Wow! What an overwhelming response to the Pals Farewell Blog Hop! With 295 comments at the closing buzzer, the winning comment (selected by using a random number generator, courtesy of  Random.org) is:
#201
Trish in Wisconsin said…

“The set retiring that I will miss the most is “Nursery Necessities” and the Wheel that goes with it. I used that set for more than just Baby cards and the Wheel also. I will keep on using it personally so I really won’t be missing it. I do hope that there are some really good New Baby ones in the New Catty. I really love the color combo that you chose to make your Card out of today, and thanks for sharing the cards that you made with “Spring Song”, which is also another one of my favorites. In fact a lot of the Stamps that are going I will continue to use personally. Thanks for the offer of the Blog Candy.     Cyber hugs, Trish in Wisconsin”
Trish, you will have 48 hours to email me your address.  Upon receipt of your address, your package will be mailed to you no later than Wednesday, June 16.  Congratulations, Trish!

News Flash
I just found out that I am the winner of the first Always Playing with Paper challenge for my King of the Grill card.  If you missed seeing it, just CLICK HERE!  Their latest challenge is underway today.  Check them out! 

More Blog Candy Heading Your Way
Don’t be disappointed if you did not win this round of Blog Candy from The Stampin’ Schach.  There is more in store!  This week I will be clearing out my stash of  Stampin’ Up! goodies, and I will be offering more Blog Candy!  Ink pads, markers, re-inkers, card stock, ribbons, brads…my retirement gift to you! So, if you are not a subscriber to The Stampin’ Schach, make certain to sign up today.  You don’t want to miss a thing!
Huge Retired Stamp Sale starting July 1! Stay tuned for more details.  My guess is that there will be close to 40 sets, several which are unused and unmounted. (Shh…don’t let my husband know about these).  Plus, the vast majority are very lightly used…some with only 1 stamp in the set ever inked. (Yikes…don’t let my hubby know about these either!). 
And finally, if you are a Blogger or html person, I need your help.  Since Blogger has redesigned some features, I have been having trouble with “wonky bullets”! My line of text is appearing one line below the bullet.  Who can tell me what I need to do?
Sometimes we can all use a little simplifying in our lives, and today’s card did just that! Please let me know what you thought about today’s card, and that yummy color combo…Crumb Cake and Early Espresso. (I have to go have a snack now!) And remember, I love answering your questions, so please feel free to email me if you ever have any questions about the cards that I create and the techniques that I use.  Until next time…


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Stamp Set: Perfect Punches (Wood-Mount 117022, Clear-Mount 120516—available July 1);  Ink:  Early Espresso (119670—available after July 1), Card Stock:  Crumb Cake (120958—available July 1), Early Espresso (119686—available after July 1), Very Vanilla (101650);  Tools:  Scallop Oval Punch (119856), Big Shot (113439), Vintage Wallpaper Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (120175—available July 1); Glitz and Glam:  Early Espresso 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon (119959—available July 1)