Spring for the PPA


I love Thursdays! It’s always exciting to see what people create for the Pals Paper Arts challenge. This week we are sponsoring a theme challenge…Spring! With the crazy weather that we have been experiencing across the nation, I think that we could all use a dose of spring. And to me, nothing symbolizes spring more than flowers. So I reached for Stampin‘ Up!’s, Abundant Hope stamp set, and my trusty Paper Snips.

The Stampin‘ Schach Tips:

  • Top off your card with the Top Note! With its classic styling, the Top Note die is the perfect complement to almost any design. And when zipped through the Big Shot with textured card stock, the look is understated yet elegant.

  • Customize and coordinate! And what better way to accomplish this than by using Build-A-Brads and your favorite Designer Series Paper. Don’t you just love how the “Dotted” Shades of Spring Paper looks with the matching brads?

  • Frames for fun…dimensionals for depth! The Scallop Trim Border and Corner Punches make a yummy Chocolate Chip frame for the jonquils. Snipping out the flowers and placing them over the sides of the frame adds depth, especially when they are popped up on Stampin‘ Dimensionals.

  • Repeat common themes for a card that looks pulled together! Rounded scallops, rounded corners, and rounded edges on the Top Note, plus dots, dots and more dots tie all of the details together.
I can hardly wait to see what you create this week for the PPA! Whether it is an image or a color that evokes a feeling of spring, I look forward to your card or project. As always, I appreciate the fact that you have taken the time out of your day to visit The Stampin‘ Schach. So please, leave me a comment to let me know that you were here. And remember, if you ever have a question about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use, never hesitate to email me. Until next time…
Stamp Set: Abundant Hope (W 117054, C 118547—Occasions Mini); Inks: Basic Brown (104315), Sahara Sand (105208), Summer Sun (100537), Always Artichoke (105219), Going Gray (103274); Designer Series Paper: Shades of Spring (117160—Occasions Mini); Card Stock: Chocolate Chip textured (108697—Earth Elements assorted), Summer Sun textured (108697—Earth Elements textured), Always artichoke textured (108696—Rich Regals assorted), Very Vanilla (101650), Chocolate Chip (102128); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Top Note Die (113463), Scallop Trim Corner Punch (118870), Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402), Paper Snips (103579), Build-A-Brad (109108—Antique Brass; 109128—Pewter), Blender Pens (102845), Stampin‘ Dimensionals (104430)

Sneak Peek and My Homemade Light Tent


Here is a peek at this week’s Pals Paper Arts card, which will be revealed in it’s entirety Thursday at 5:00 AM CST. It shouldn’t be too difficult to determine what went into the making of this card! So join me Thursday and find out if the card is as you envisioned it!

Need a photo/light tent, but don’t want to spend lots of money? Since several people have asked about how I take my photos, I will reveal the secret of my light tent. I made it! It was so easy…and inexpensive, too!

The Stampin’ Schach Tips:

  • Begin with 1/2″ PVC pipe.
  • Cut eight 16″ pieces, using a hacksaw. (I acted helpless, so me husband actually cut it for me. But the rest I did all by myself!)
  • Select four pieces to serve as legs and top each with a threaded connector.
  • Screw the legs into three-way elbows, and slide the remaining pieces into the elbows to form the top square of the frame.
  • Add a section of white poster paper.
  • Cover with white fabric. I simply used a twin sized sheet. Of course, this can be cut to size, but I just left it whole. You never know when you might need a twin sized sheet! Note the chip clip holding the sheet in place. Neccessity is the mother of invention, you know!
  • Two clip-on lamps are placed at the side.
  • One swing arm clip-on lamp is used for the top lighting source.
  • The light bulbs are GE Energy Smart Daylight 6500K (85394).

As you can probably tell, my light tent has a place of honor on my kitchen island. It was the only place that I could find to clamp the lamps on. Oh, well! My husband is a very patient man! I can also tell you that the man at the hardware store was very patient and helpful, too, when I explained what I wanted to build. He actually knew what the “do-hickies” were that I needed to connect all the pieces together!

Want to Shorten Your Wish List in a Hurry? Join the Schach Pack today! Just click on the link at the top of this post to see how being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator can benefit you! Enjoy the SPA treatment as you reach your potential as a Schach Pack Artist. I will be there every step of your journey! If you have been “on the fence”, Sale-a-bration is the perfect time to join and take advantage of the $169 Starter Kit price!

Remember, if you have any questions about the light tent, or joining The Schach Pack, don’t hesitate to email me. You know that I always enjoy chatting with you. Until next time…

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Guest Stamper Donette Barry


Isn’t this just too cute? Today’s card is the creation of Donette Barry of Castle Rock, Colorado. As you might guess, Donette is a multiple winner of several challenges, including the Pals Paper Arts challenge. I feel like a proud mother, as Donette is a member of my downline group, The Schach Pack.

Donette’s card features the adorable Stampin’ Up! Sweet Pea Designer Series Paper, Beary Best Friends stamp set, and the Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die. The little dress and shoes are paper pieced, while rhinestones accent the flowers. And the inside is just as adorable as the outside! Donette is more than willing to share her passion for stamping with you and your guests. All you need to do is book a workshop with her. In addition, Donette conducts classes and sponsors a Hostess Club. To access Donette’s upcoming workhops or to email her, CLICK HERE.

Would you like to receive the SPA treatment and become a Schach Pack Artist? I am committed to helping each member of my downline meet his or her potential as an artist and Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. As a member of the Schach Pack, I can take you through all aspects of cardmaking and stamping through exclusive technique sheets and tutorials which I am developing just for members of my downline. Let me help you reach your potential! And remember, you can use your discount to complete your Wish List! For more details about joining the Schach Pack, click on the link at the top of this post.

Don’t forget to leave a comment before you go! I know that Donette will be excited to read what you think about her card. And remember, if you ever have any questions about the cards that I make, techniques that I use, or Stampin’ Up! products, don’t hesitate to email me. Until next time…

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