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There is no better time to join my team

If you’ve ever thought about joining my Stampin’ Up! team, now is the perfect time because Sale-a-bration, our BIGGEST promotion of the year is now on and you can earn free products from this catalog by placing a preorder for the brand new MINI catalog, also releasing in January!

Oh but it gets much better than this! Join my team between now and March 31st and look at the BONUS you get in your "I want it all" kit:

 

Join Stampin’ Up! (and my team, yay!) between January 3–March 31, 2020, and receive the Mini Paper Cutter, 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper sampler, and your choice of stamp set. *Host stamp sets and Sale-A-Bration stamp sets not included.

• The 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Sampler in the Join offering has samples from the Lily Impressions Designer Series Paper (Sale-A-Bration brochure), Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper (January–June 2020 Mini Catalog), Country Club Designer Series Paper (January–June 2020 Mini Catalog), Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper (January–June 2020 Mini Catalog), Tropical Oasis Designer Series Paper (January–June 2020 Mini Catalog), Best Dress 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper (January–June 2020 Mini Catalog).
• 12 double-sided designs (two double-sided sheets from six different Designer Series Paper packs) QTY: 48 sheets total (four each of 12 designs)
• Mini Paper Cutter Dimensions: 7-5/8" x 5-3/8" x 1-1/4" (19.3 x 13.7 x 3.2 cm

 

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Learn one project that will last the whole year

In today's video I am going to show you how to make a gift card holder. It's a nice time of year to learn how to make this project so that you can use the supplies you have at home all throughout the year to make similar ones. 

For my gift card holder I used the Painted Poppies bundle:

Painted Poppies Bundle
$52.00

 

 

 

 

I have made many projects with this bundle since it was available for order on 3 January. To see one of them, click here. The entire product suite is amazing and I love the colors in it:

• Poppy Parade
• Calypso Coral
• Flirty Flamingo
• Crushed Curry
• Old Olive
• Mossy Meadow
• Pool Party
• Rich Razzleberry
• Blackberry Bliss

I also used the Golden Honey designer series paper which you can earn for free until 31 March!

Golden Honey Specialty Designer Series Paper
$0.00

 

 

 

In case you didn't know this, the Golden Honey paper coordinates with the Honey Bee bundle in the Mini Catalog - gotta love that!

Here's my gift card holder and video (below). Why not give it a try?

Golden Honey Gift Card Holder

Stamp set: Painted Poppies bundle (153827); Perennial Birthday (145760)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Poppy Parade Combo (147275); Basic Black (147942)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic Black: 11" x 4 1/4" 
        Golden Honey paper: 4" x 3 3/4"; 3 3/4" x 1 1/2"
        Whisper White: 3" x 1 3/4"; 2" square
        Basic Black: two scrap pieces for border die

Other: SNAIL adhesive; Layering Circle dies (141705); Tear & Tape adhesive; Silicone Craft Sheet; die-cutting machine 

Here's my video showing how to make this gift card - thanks for watching!

 

How to organize your crafting supplies this year

If you are looking to get better organized with your crafting supplies this year (perhaps a New Year's resolution?) you need to consider: Storage by Stampin' Up!

The photo below shows the entire system:

 

Here are some features and benefits of Storage by Stampin’ Up!:

• Keeps products organized, tidy, visible, and trackable at all times.

• Ensures that your Stampin’ Pads, Stampin’ Write Markers, and Stampin’ Blends are all stored horizontally, as recommended.

• Designed to be stylish, durable, compact, stackable, and modular.

• Blends in naturally with most home decor with its white neutral color.

• Stacks vertically and can be arranged to fit practically any flat workspace.

• Easily assembled and disassembled for rearrangement and/or cleaning.

If you are looking for one way to start your storage system here's what I recommend:

Ink Pad & Marker Storage Trays
$14.00

 

 

 

 

INK PAD & MARKER STORAGE TRAYS, #149168, $14.00

Why start here? Because a system to keep your ink pad and markers ready to go is perfect as you use these (well, at least the ink pads) every time you craft. 

Here are the juicy details:

• Set of 5 white plastic trays in one pack
• Each tray stores one Stampin’ Pad and one Stampin’ Write Marker (or Watercolor Pencil)
• Stack several trays together or combine with other storage products
• Peel-and-stick silicone feet are included to protect your surface and prevent slipping
• Each tray: 5″ x 5″ x $-1/16″

I have my system in my dining room closet and LOVE that everything is organized by color groupings: Neutrals, Brights, Subtles and Regals. No guessing anymore and no piles of pads falling all over the place!

Come on back soon as I will share more about the entire Storage by Stampin' Up! system. 

I absolutely love these playful products!

I have already shared a few project ideas to inspire your Valentine's crafting this year and today I am back with another one!

So let's start with the From My Heart Suite:

From My Heart Suite Bundle (English)
$88.25

 

 

 

So yummy - and in a real way with those fun Heart Foil Tins! And when you put them into the oven to bake up a delicious treat, turn to the rest of the products and create this card. 

Although the layout is simple, the diagonal stamping (Crumb Cake ink on Crumb Cake card stock) adds visual interest, as does the black arrow. Tip: carefully place the black arrow so that the heart layer fits on top nicely. 

The stamped and punched hearts are easy-peasy and add a lovely and colorful detail to the card front. Can you figure out where the top heart came from?

Add the My Heart Faceted Gems for the final touch and your card is done - before those baked goodies are out of the oven! 

Heartfelt Valentine

Here's how to make this card:

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Heartfelt (151427 or bundle: 153775)
• Card Stock – Whisper White Thick (140272); Real Red (102482); Crumb Cake (120953); From My Heart Speciality Designer Series Paper (151189)
• Stamp Pads – Crumb Cake (147116); Memento Tuxedo Black (132708)
• Misc. – Heart Punch Pack (151292); Real Red 3/8” Double Stitched Ribbon (151155); From My Heart Faceted Gems (151154); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Paper Snips (103579)

Measurements: 

• Whisper White Thick: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” scored at 4 1/4"
• Real Red: 3 7/8” x 5 1/8”
• Crumb Cake 3 3/4” x 5”           

Instructions:

1. Stamp sentiment in Crumb Cake ink at a diagonal across the Crumb Cake layer as shown.
2. Stamp arrow with Memento ink only inking up the point end - stamp. Clean stamp. Ink up the fletching end and stamp making the arrow longer so you’ll see more of it behind the punched heart.
3. Add Real Red ribbon ash shown.
4. Punch detailed heart from DSP and layer on Real Red Scalloped Heart and then to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
5. Add Faceted Gems where desired.

You need to see my unusual take on this card map

Here's today's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge and as soon as I saw it I decided to do something unusual with the large center image. 

I didn't want to use a punched image with a layer. Instead, I knew right away that I wanted to use my Painted Poppies stamp set and replace that center image with not one, but three poppies. 

Do you ever get that sometimes? When you see a card map or another card and this idea pops into your head? That's what happened to me. 

So I grabbed my Painted Poppies bundle:

Painted Poppies Bundle
$52.00

And my Stampin' Blends:

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

 

and set to work by stamping and coloring the poppies and leaves. Then the rest was pretty simple. I laid the poppies and leaves on the Granny Apple Green card front (did you spot the Versamark stamped background?) and then when I was happy with how they looked, I adhered them down. 

That left the phrase. Again, an idea popped to mind: to use my Well Written dies instead of a stamped and punched phrase:

Well Written Dies
$40.00

 

The final touch was to add a few of the Peaceful Poppies Sequins and taa-daa, my card was complete:

I love the simplicity of this card and the 'hooray' can be used for so many different occasions, too, can't it? If you want to see what the other design crew members created for this challenge, click here!

I'm so lucky to have a special friend like you

If I asked you how a special friend might be, who would immediately come to mind? And what makes this friend special? The fun you have? The history you have? That you think alike? 

My life has blessed me with so many wonderful friends - from school, when I first began teaching, and even moving to new countries. Every place I have lived has brought me a special friend or two or three, most of whom I am still in contact with today. These special friends have really enriched my life and I hope I have made a small difference in return. 

When was the last time you made a card for your special friends? If it has been a while then it's time to order the From My Heart Suite (pages 8-9 Mini Catalog) and get crafting!

 

From My Heart Suite Bundle (English)
$88.25

 

 

 

Now before you faint from sticker shock, the price above is for everything in the suite! You can purchase these items separately, but why? Two punches! Heart Foil tins! Faceted gems! Frankly, each product is super cool and a must-have. 

The card below uses a lot of these products so why not give it a try? Make several and mail them to your friends so they know how much they mean to you (hint: see how to make this card under the photo). And then sit back and smile because you just made someone's day a bit brighter in return. 

From My Heart friendship card

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – From My Heart (151417); From my Heart Bundle (153775)
• Card Stock – Real Red (102482), Whisper White (100730)
• Stamp Pads – Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)
• Misc. – From My Heart Specialty DSP (151189);  Heart Punch Pack (151292);  Whisper White 1/4" Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon;  SNAIL Adhesive (104332);  Dimensionals (104430);  Mini glue dots (103683)

 

Measurements:

• Real Red: 4 ¼” x 11”, scored at 5 ½”;  plus scrap for heart
• Whisper White: 3 ¾” x 5”
• DSP: 3 5/8” x 4 7/8”

           

Instructions:

1. Using the scalloped heart punch, punch out one Flirty Flamingo heart and one Real Red heart from the 12x12 sheet of hearts, included in the package of specialty paper.
2. On the Red Heart, stamp your sentiment using Tuxedo Black ink.
3. On scrap of Real Red, stamp the dotted outline heart in Tuxedo Black Ink, and punch out using the “plain” heart punch.
4. Adhere this piece to the Flirty Flamingo heart.
5. Assemble your card as shown.Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to adhere the Sentiment.
6. The ribbon bow is adhered with a glue dot.

How to turn showers into beautiful flowers

In today's video I am going to create a super cute friendship card, using the brand new Under My Umbrella stamp set (page 42 Mini Catalog). If you want a copy of this catalog, click the photo of the cover of the catalog on the right side of my blog to download it to your device. 

 

Under My Umbrella Bundle (English)
$30.50

 

 

 

As you look at the images in the photo above you will note the images are 'line art', which means they are perfect for coloring with markers, Stampin' Blends, watercolor pencils, etc. But there is another way too, which I hope you will try someday.

I explain in my video below that I won the Under My Umbrella stamp set at Stampin' Up!s On Stage event (like a convention) in November. At the event we were given a copy of the Mini Catalog, got to see all the new products and see other demonstrators create amazing projects using the products. A really fun part about On Stage are the prize patrols and during one of them I won the Under My Umbrella set. The Umbrella Builder punch didn't come with my prize and after a bit of deliberation I decided this week to add it to my stamping collection. So you will see it in another video, coming soon, along with the reason I decided to purchase the punch. 

Back to today's card. I recently saw a card that I loved and decided to create my own version to share with you today. I wanted to use the Peaceful Poppies paper on my card front and so chose two pieces; one for a large background layer and a different design for the umbrella itself.

 

Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper
$11.50

 

 

 

You can see more on the video and watch me create this card from beginning to the end. 

Under My Umbrella friendship card

Stamp set: Under My Umbrella (bundle: 153786)

Ink: Old Olive, Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Whisper White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3 3/4" x 2 1/4"
        Peaceful Poppies: 5 1/4" x 4"; 3" x 2"

Other: Peaceful Poppies designer series paper (153214); Stitched Rectangles dies (148551); Stampin' Dimensionals; Mini Glue Dots; SNAIL adhesive; Peaceful Poppies Sequins (151325); Whisper White Crinkled Seam Binding (151336); die-cutting machine

Here's my video - watch for extra tips along the way!

 

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Here's a peek at a card I recently shared in one of my  newsletters, using the new Honey Bee bundle:

Could this stunning card be a Valentine?

I think the answer is: YES! Today I have a lovely Silhouette Scenes card that has a lovely shine to it, because it is heat-embossed with black embossing powder. 

As with any of Stampin' Up! bundles you can purchase this stamp set separately, or bundle it with some beautiful and unique dies:

 

Silhouette Scenes Bundle
$52.00

 

 

I love the solid images in the stamp set - they kind of cry out to be embossed don't they? And this card idea doesn't disappoint. If you have never embossed before all you need to get started are four products: ink (I love Versamark for its versatility), a stamp (solid works best as a beginner), card stock (or watercolor paper) and a heat tool. You have already seen the stamp set above, you likely already have card stock at home so here's all you need to add:

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
$30.00

Versamark Pad
$9.50

Once you have these products you can made stunning cards like this one. Follow the instructions under the photo to make this card at home. Tip: if you don't own the fun Pigment Sprinkles try a piece of your favorite designer paper instead. 

Silhouette Scenes Valentine

Supplies:

• Stamp set: Silhouette Scenes (149223) *available in a bundle (151058)
• Cardstock: Bermuda Bay (131197), Daffodil Delight (119683), Basic Black (121045), Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper (149612), Whisper White (100730)
• Ink Pad: Bermuda Bay (147096), Versamark (102283)
• Misc: Shimmer Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder (149512), Heat Tool (129053), Blender Pens (102845), Pigment Sprinkles (149663), Stampin’ Spritzer (126185), Stitched Rectangle Dies (148551), Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (143706), Tear & Tape Adhesive (138995), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

 

Measurements:

• Bermuda Bay CS: 5.5" x 8.5"
• Daffodil Delight CS: 4" x 5.25"
• Basic Black CS: 3 15/16" x 2 5/8"
• Watercolor Paper: 2 9/16" x  3 3/16"
• Whisper White: 1 3/16" x 1 11/16"

Directions:

1. Fold the Bermuda Bay card base in half.
2. Use a die-cutting machine with the Subtles embossing folder to create texture on the Daffodil Delight layer. Adhere to card.
3. Die-cut the Basic Black cardstock using the 3- 15/16" x 2- 5/8" Stitched Rectangle die. Adhere to card.
4. Take a scrap of Watercolor Paper larger than the die size. Sprinkle a very small amount of Pigment Sprinkles (Bermuda Bay & Daffodil Delight) on Watercolor Paper, and then spray with a Stampin' Spritzer.
5. Let dry or use Heat Tool to dry quicker.
6. Ink the image stamp with Versamark, then stamp on onto Watercolour paper.
7. Sprinkle the Shimmer Black embossing powder on top, then use heat tool to set. TIP: I found that I had lots of spots that missed embossing power so I use and old Blender Pen to pick up Versamark ink from the pad, then colour the empty spots. Sprinkle more Embossing Power and heat set again!)
8. Cut out layer with the 2 9/16" x  3 3/16" Stitched Rectangle Die, then adhere to card.
9. Use a scrap Whisper White cardstock to stamp the greeting using the Bermuda Bay ink pad. Adhere to card using Dimensionals.

It's time for another fun card map challenge

It's time for another Paper Craft Crew card map challenge and this week's is really fun:

I knew right away that I wanted to use my Painted Poppies bundle and Peaceful Poppies paper:

Painted Poppies Bundle
$52.00

Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper
$11.50

 

These two products were on my very first demonstrator order. I love that Stampin' Up! demonstrators can pre-order catalog products so that we have time to play a bit before the catalog goes live. The moment I saw the Peaceful Poppies suite I knew that I had to order most of it right away. 

Here are the colors you need to stock up on if you want to add this suite to your crafting collection:

• Poppy Parade
• Calypso Coral
• Flirty Flamingo
• Crushed Curry
• Old Olive
• Mossy Meadow
• Pool Party
• Rich Razzleberry
• Blackberry Bliss
• And of course, Whisper White

So following the card map above, I chose a strip of the Peaceful Poppies paper and corresponding Old Olive and Flirty Flamingo strips. 

The rest was super easy: stamp the image and color it with my Poppy Parade and Old Olive Stampin' Blends:

Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

Old Olive Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

 

Here's my card - why not give it a try when your bundle arrives?

If you want to see what the other Paper Craft Crew members created for this week's challenge, click here. 

Join my countdown to a brand new catalog: day one

Today is the final day of my Mini Catalog countdown! And to show you some love, I have a fun Valentine idea to share. Valentine's Day will be here before you know it and I am always caught trying to create something last minute. Are you like me? If so, then read on because these lovely products are available to order now. 

This card uses the new From My Heart product suite and is oh so sweet isn't it? Did you know that you can now purchase an entire suite with only one product number? 

From My Heart Suite Bundle (English)
$88.25

 

Now the card photo above doesn't use the entire From My Heart suite but if you love Valentine's or have many happy occasions ahead this year (wedding? engagement party? anniversary) then you can save $$ by purchasing the suite all at once.

Psst: Want to see another Valentine using the same products? Click here!

Here's how to make the above card. Click here if you want to link over to my online store anorder the products used. 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Heart Felt Bundle [153775]
• Card Stock – Flirty Flamingo Cardstock [141416], Real Red Cardstock [102482]
• Stamp Pads – Versamark Pad [102283]
• Misc. – From the Heart Designer Series Paper [151189], Real Red Double Stitched Satin Ribbon [151155], White Stampin' Emboss Powder [109132], Heat Tool [129053],           

Measurements: 

• Flirty Flamingo: 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4, plus scrap for arrow and scalloped heart punch
• DSP: 4 x 5 1/4 and 3 x 4 1/4
• Real Red: scrap for embossed heart           

Instructions:

1. Attach DSP to card front
2. Stamp sentiment stamp and arrow with versamark and sprinkle with embossing powder. Heat set.
3. Punch out embossed heart image and punch out a scalloped heart. Hand cut the arrow.
4. Attach arrow to back of embossed heart.
5. Attach ribbon to scalloped heart
6. Use dimensionals to attach the image to the scalloped heart. Attach to card front.

Join my countdown to a brand new catalog: day two

In today's video I am going to show you how to make a super cute friendship card idea, using the brand new (and FREE!) stamp set called: The Gang's All Meer. This is the perfect set to wish someone happy birthday or show them support from the whole gang with a card or project created using The Gang’s All Meer Stamp Set. After all, what’s cuter than a bunch of meerkats?

Earn this adorable stamp set FREE with a qualifying purchase January 3–March 31, 2020, during our Sale-A-Bration promotion! This stamp set is also available in French.

The Gang's All Meer Cling Stamp Set (English)
$0.00

 

As I am sure you can tell, this is such a fun set to use, especially if you love to color using Stampin' Blends, watercolors, ink pads and bender pens or with your Stampin' Write markers. 

I chose to emboss the entire card front using another new product that I love, love, love! It's on page  39 of the Mini Catalog (download your copy by clicking on the cover image on the right side of my blog) as part of the Tropical Oasis product suite: Coastal Weave embossing folder.

Coastal Weave 3D Embossing Folder
$9.00

 

Use this folder to create projects that have a weave pattern or use it to add a little texture to your projects and give them a little island feel. It’s great for card backgrounds and other elements for paper projects. 

Ready to see my cute card (if I say so myself!)?

The Gang's All Meer friendship card

Stamp set: The Gang's All Meer (152294); Itty Bitty Greetings (151331)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Old Olive Stampin' Write Marker

Stampin' Blends: Soft Suede Combo pack (147273); Mossy Meadow Light (148545)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Old Olive: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Very Vanilla: 3 1/2" x 2"
        Soft Suede: two pieces 1/4" x 5 1/2; 3 3/4" x 2 1/4" 

Other: Coastal Weave embossing folder (151503), Peaceful Poppies Sequins (151325), Fine Tip Glue Pen, Braided Burlap Trim (151254)

Here's my video - watch along the way for some additional tips!

This is the biggest and best Stampin' Up! promotion of the year!

This is such an exciting weekend in the Stampin' Up! world! TWO new catalogs go live for ordering, one of the features FREE products with a qualifying order!

First, the Mini Catalog! If you want a digital copy, click the cover photo here or on the right side of my blog. 

 

Here's a quick video from Stampin' Up! introducing this amazing catalog:

AND if that isn't enough, Sale-a-Bration also launches too! Click on the photo below or on the right side of my blog to download your free copy!

I will share a lot more about Sale-a-Bration in the coming weeks, but for now here's what you need to know:

1. SHOP: You earn a FREE product from the Sale-a-Bration catalog every time you reach a threshold: if you spend $50 you choose 1 level 1 item. Spend $150, you can then choose three level 1 items or one level 1 and one level 2. And so on - for every $50 you spend you earn free product!
2. HOST: Gather your friends orders along with yours and earn the exclusive Little Ladybug Stamp Set for FREE, in addition to all the other hostess awards!
   
3. JOIN: See the video below for all the ah-mazing details!

Have questions or want to know more? Email me at: terri@nutzaboutstamping.com!

Join my countdown to a brand new catalog: day three!

Yes, the Mini Catalog goes LIVE today but I am off to work bright and early and want to spend some time tonight creating my mini catalog blog post which I will publish tomorrow. I still promise to continue with my countdown so you have lots of project ideas tucked away until your first order arrives!

Today's card features a super fun stamp set that you can earn for free between today and 31 March. It's called The Gang's All Meer:

The Gang's All Meer Cling Stamp Set (English)
$0.00

The images in this set are super cute and fun to color and craft with as you can see in the card below. It's a tough call this year but I think The Gang's All Meer might be one of the most popular choices in the Sale-a-Bration catalog.

The Doily layer adds a colorful and eye-catching detail - see how to add color to it to coordinate with any papers you have at home. 

Come on back tomorrow to see my Mini Catalog announcement!

The Gang's All Meer birthday card

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – (The) Gang’s All Meer (152294)
• Card Stock – Whisper White Thick (140272); Whisper White (100730), Remnants Basic Black (121045)
• Stamp Pads – Whisper White Craft Refill (101780), Memento Ink (133456), Mango Melody (147093), Real Red (147084)
• Misc. –Heart Doilies (151191), Dimensionals (104430), Sponge Daubers (133773), Crumb Cake Blends Combo (144601), Granny Apple Green Blends Combo (147274), Soft Suede Blends Combo (147273), White Embossing Powder (149511), Heat Tool (129053), Heart Doilies (151191)

 

Measurements:  

Whisper White Thick:                4-1/4” x 11””

Birthday Bonanza DSP:            3” x 4-1/4”

Whisper White cs:                      3-3/4” x 4-3/8”

 

Instructions:

1. Score 4-1/4” x 11” Whisper White Thick cs, score at 5-1/2”.
2. Stamp Gang’s All Meer on remnant whisper white cs, color with the blends and trim out with paper snips. Add dimensionals on the back.
3. With the heart doilies, on the white side sponge the upper part of the heart with mango melody ink. Then on the edge apply real red ink with sponge dauber.
4. Adhere the 3” x 4-1/4” Birthday Bonanza layer to the Whisper White mat. Add dimensionals on the back and adhere to the main cs.
5. Adhere the heart doilie.
6. Adhere the Meers groupies.
7. Adhere the single meer to the front of the Meers groupies.
8. Stamp Happy Birthday on black remnants cs with craft ink. Apply white embossing powder and then heat set.

Join my countdown to a brand new catalog: day four!

Even if you are not a world traveler, you are going to LOVE the Parisian Beauty bundle. Why? Because the sentiments are lovely, the script for each stamp has an antique feel and the dies have words and frames! Check out this bundle on page 17 of the Mini Catalog. 

There is an entire suite of products to coordinate too. A 3D embossing folder, metallic edged ribbon, another bundle (wow!), and gorgeous patterns in the Parisian Blossoms specialty designer series paper. 

While you are waiting for this bundle to go live for ordering (here's the link to my online store), take stock of the following colors that feature in this paper:

• Cherry Cobbler
• Petal Pink
• Pool Party
• Whisper White
• Basic Black

So of course you want to see one card idea, right? Tuck this Parisian Beauty card idea away for when your first order arrives then be sure to give it a try:

Parisian Beauty friendship card

I love how the paper in this sample has the look of stamping onto the patterned paper and how the images in the paper match the stamps in the Parisian Beauty stamp set. So clever!

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Parisian Bundle (153778)
• Card Stock – Thick Whisper White (140272); Petal Pink (146985); Basic Black (121045)
• Stamp Pads –Memento Black (132708)
• Misc. – Parisian Blossoms DSP (151192); Petal Pink Metallic-Edge Ribbon (151194); Champagne Rhinestones (151193); Dimensionals (104430)

Measurements:

• Thick Whisper White: 5 ½ x 8 ½, ¾ x 2 ¼
• Petal Pink: 5 x 3 ¾
• Parisian Blossoms DSP: two pieces cut 3 ½ x 2 ¼                        

Instructions:

1. Score Whisper White Cardstock at 4 ¼, and fold in half, this is the base of the card
2. Adhere the DSP to the Petal Pink mat
3. Wrap the ribbon around the petal pink mat where the DSP pieces meet
4. Adhere this mat to the Whisper White card base
5. Using the die, cut out the tower using basic black cardstock
6. Adhere to the left side of the card
7. Stamp the sentiment from the stampset using Memento Black ink, cut the two ends at an angle
8. Adhere a piece of the Petal Pink ribbon behind the stamped sentiment as shown and adhere with dimensionals.
9. Add champagne rhinestones as shown on the stamped sentiment piece.