This past Sunday I introduced stamping to seven wonderful women who attended a private class/workshop. Jamie was my wonderful hostess. Everyone had a fabulous time (as did I) and it was so much FUN to watch new people discover the joys of stamping for the very first time!
I wanted to keep the cards easy and ones that just used ink, stamps and paper. Of course, I had to show them heat embossing on at least one of the cards – that is always such a big WOW!
The ladies had such a great time that they decided to start their own monthly stamp club! I am super excited – I know we’re going to have good times together as I share more stamping techniques and projects with them. Here are the cards we made:
Our first card used the new “Happiness Surrounds” stamp set and Rich Razzleberry ink. This stamp set is so versatile, I love it! We added some pearls and rhinestones for a touch of bling to finish the card.
Card #2 was stamped with Night of Navy ink and the new “Snow is Glistening” stamp set. The colour coordination of our inks and papers is key and makes a simple card stunning! A little layering and some Dazzling Diamonds makes this card sparkly and so purrrtttyyy! (You know me and my glitter….must share it with others – life changing stuff!)
Card #3 featured the “This Little Piggy” set and our new “Buffalo Check” stamp. I showed the ladies how to add colour using ink pads and blender pens (green card) and aqua painters (pink card).
I also demonstrated how you can omit parts of a stamp, in this case the “Hogs & Kisses”, and use different sentiments from other stamp sets. This is a great way to get extra mileage from our stamps and to use them for any occasion!
Our last card was one that I cased directly from the annual catalogue, using “Stylish Christmas”. Easy peasy, with just Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive ink pad. Then we added the swirls with Versamark and embossed in gold. It would just be wrong NOT to show heat embossing to new stampers, don’t you think? LOL It was one of the first things I was shown when introduced to stamping and I think my jaw hit the floor. That was over 30 years ago (holey geez!) but you know what? Heat embossing STILL wows me!
Supply Lists:
Happiness Surrounds Card
- Happiness Surrounds Photopolymer Stamp Set [149744]
- Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad [147091]
- Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes [131527]
- Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730]
- Stampin’ Trimmer [126889]
- Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430]
- Twine Baker’s Whisper White [124262]
- Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301]
- Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220]
- Pearl Basic Jewels [144219]
- Clear Block D [118485]
Snow is Glistening Card
- Snow Is Glistening Photopolymer Stamp Set [149742]
- Clear Block D [118485]
- Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730]
- Night Of Navy 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100867]
- Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad [147110]
- Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]
- Fine-Tip Glue Pen [138309]
- SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]
- Stampin’ Trimmer [126889]
This Little Piggy Card
- This Little Piggy Clear-Mount Stamp Set [143922]
- This Little Piggy Wood-Mount Stamp Set [143919]
- Buffalo Check Wood-Mount Stamp Set [147797]
- Buffalo Check Clear-Mount Stamp Set [147794]
- Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes [131527]
- Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad [147090]
- Powder Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad [147147]
- Aqua Painters [103954]
- Blender Pens [102845]
- Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
- Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430]
- Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730]
- Stampin’ Trimmer [126889]
- Whisper White 5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon [146912]
- Clear Block F [118483]
- Clear Block D [118485]
- Simply Shammy [147042]
- Clear-Mount Stamp Cases [119105]
Stylish Christmas Card
- Stylish Christmas Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146773]
- Stylish Christmas Wood-Mount Stamp Set [146770]
- Clear Block E [118484]
- Old Olive 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100702]
- Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730]
- Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad [147090]
- Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad [147083]
- Versamark Pad [102283]
- Embossing Buddy [103083]
- Heat Tool [129053]
- Gold Stampin’ Emboss Powder [109129]
- SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]
- Pearl Basic Jewels [144219]
- Medium Whisper White Envelopes [107301]
Thanks for stopping by ~ I hope you were inspired by today’s project and that you’ll visit again soon!
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I sincerely appreciate every order I receive and as a token of my gratitude I want to give YOU something too!
Each month I combine 12 beautiful projects, with measurements, supply
list and step by step instructions, into a special PDF tutorial. When
you place your order through my online store I will email this exclusive
tutorial to you!
Each month I combine 12 beautiful projects, with measurements, supply
list and step by step instructions, into a special PDF tutorial. When
you place your order through my online store I will email this exclusive
tutorial to you!
When orders are $60 or more (before tax &
shipping) I will also send you an additional PDF with six more project
sheets, created by Frenchie (France Martin) and I!
shipping) I will also send you an additional PDF with six more project
sheets, created by Frenchie (France Martin) and I!
So that’s 18 free
tutorials (value of approx. $25), full of inspiration for you to enjoy for FREE! Just be sure to use the
special host code prior to submitting your order:
tutorials (value of approx. $25), full of inspiration for you to enjoy for FREE! Just be sure to use the
special host code prior to submitting your order:
If your order is $200 or more DO NOT
enter the Host Code
so that you will also receive your stamping rewards
(I will still send you the PDF tutorials).
Enjoy the day & HAPPY STAMPING!
enter the Host Code
so that you will also receive your stamping rewards
(I will still send you the PDF tutorials).
Enjoy the day & HAPPY STAMPING!
Glad you all had a great time. Your cards are so lovely.