Try Different Colors this Holiday

Today’s share features the stamp Happy Ornament and of course watercolor!  I used the colors Sweet Sugarplum, Rich Razzleberry and Smoky Slate.  I have been seeing these colors a lot lately so that inspired me to try a color pallette not traditional in Christmas cards.  I also used the 1/2″ punch to make the little corners and a splatter technique using Wink of Stella. Enjoy!

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Card Dimensions:

  • Smoky Slate Cardstock – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″
  • Rich Razzleberry – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″
  • Shimmery White Cardstock – 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″

Supplies Used:

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Happy Stamping!
~Jo
Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!

October Specials

From Stampin’ Up!:

Don’t forget to take advantage of the buy three get the fourth FREE DSP sale going on now until October 31, 2016. To see the full list of papers on sale [CLICK HERE]

From Me:

As a thank you for supporting my business, with any order of $35 or more (before  shipping and tax) you will receive a FREE Sampler of assorted 6″ x 6″ Designer Series  Paper!

 Just enter the October Hostess Code 2QQBH6AH when you place your order online. I  will send your gift to the address used for your order. If your order is $150 or more DO  NOT enter the code. If you enter the code you won’t get your Stampin’ Rewards for  FREE goodies and I wouldn’t want you to lose out on those! I will automatically send  your gift when the order is placed.

This offer is only available only through Joanne Mulligan, an Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator.  At this time I can only accept orders in the United States.  

To shop with me [CLICK HERE]

Take a Walk Down Candy Cane Lane

During the month of October, Stampin’ Up! is offering a great deal on Designer Series Paper (“DSP”)…Buy three packs and get the fourth pack for FREE. Now is the time to stock up on these gorgeous papers and take full advantage of this awesome sale!!

[Click here for the full list of Designer Series Papers on Sale]

Now on to today’s share! Today’s card features the Cookie Cutter Christmas stamp set and punch (available separately or as a bundle), Candy Cane Lane Designer Washi Tape and the fun DSP Candy Cane Lane, which happens to be one of the Designer Series Papers on sale. Enjoy!

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Card Dimensions:

  • Crumb Cake cardstock – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″
  • Real Red cardstock – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″
  • Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper (Assorted Mints) – 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Real Red cardstock – 2 3/4″ x 4″
  • Crumb Cake cardstock – scrap piece approx. 2″ x 4″
  • Whisper White cardstock – 3/8″ x 2 3/4″ (2 pieces)
  • Candy Cane Lane Designer Washi Tape – 3 1/2″ (2 pieces)

Supplies Used:

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Happy Stamping!
 ~Jo
Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!

 

 

 

Quick n’ Easy Saturday – Little Vampire Card

It’s Saturday so that means a Quick n’ Easy Card!  Today’s share is a cute Halloween card featuring the sets Cookie Cutter Halloween and Spooky Fun, Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series Paper and a touch of Wink of Stella!  Enjoy!

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Card Dimensions:

  • Basic Black cardstock – 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ scored at 4 1/4″
  • Basic Gray cardstock  – 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series Paper – 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″
  • Whisper White cardstock – 2 1/2″ x 3 3/4″
  • Pumpkin Pie cardstock – 2 3/8″ x 3 5/8″
  • Whishper White cardstock – scrap piece approx. 2″ x  2 3/4″ (for the vampire)

Supplies Used:

 

Double Z Gate Fold Card Using Merry Mice

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Today’s share is a fancy fold, not sure the official name but to me it is a Double Z with a Gate closure, so I am calling it a Double Z Gate Fold card.  I love that it is very easy to do and always a hit with everyone.
It features the sets Merry Mice and Wonderful Year and of course no card of mine wouldn’t be complete with out using my trusty Aqua Painters or the Big Shot.
As a side note, I do LOVE my Big Shot and I know it is a HUGE investment.  With the holidays on the horizon, why not add it to your wish list and maybe you will find one under your tree!  For more info on how to do this please check out my blog post from September 26, 2016.
Another way to get the Big Shot is to have a workshop and earn Stampin’ Rewards to help with the cost. It can be in your home with friends, collecting orders from the catalog or why not try a Facebook workshop!  Contact me for more details.
Enjoy today’s share!
 
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 Card Dimensions:
  • Whisper White cardstock – 5 1/4″ x 12″
  • Cherry Cobbler cardstock – 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″
  • Garden Green cardstock – 1 3/4″ x 5″ (2 pieces)
  • Whisper White cardstock – 2 1/4″ x 3″
  • Cherry Cobbler cardstock – 2 1/2″ x 3 1/4″
  • Warmth & Cheer Washi Tape – approx. 4″ (2 pieces)
 Supplies Used:
 Happy Stamping!
~Jo

 

Celebrate World Card Making Day!

There is no better way to let someone know you are thinking about them than by sending them a hand stamped card. We seem to only send cards on those important days like birthdays, anniversaries or holidays but a  card is such a simple way to say…I’m thinking about you or I’m here for you.

To help with your card making, from October 1st – October 5th, Stampin’ Up! is offering several card making essentials on sale.  And from October 1st – October 31st, Designer Series Paper is buy three get one FREE! Time to stock up on these staples!

Please see below for full selection of products available during this promotion.

So this year on October 1st, get out your stamping supplies, get together with friends and make someone a card just to let them know how important they are to you!

[Click here to see all card making essentials on sale 10/1/16 – 10/5/16]

[Click here to see the DSP on special for the Buy 3 get 1 FREE sale from 10/1/16 – 10/31/16]

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Thank you for visiting!  If you would like to get a notification each time I post a project share, specials from Stampin’ Up! or myself, class schedule or video, please make sure you click “Follow By Email” at the top of this post.  That way you won’t miss a thing!  As always, please feel free to share any post on Pinterest or Facebook!  Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!
Happy Stamping!
~Jo

 

Time to Start Those Holiday Wish Lists!

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Before you know it Christmas will be here.  If you have a huge wish list, why not give it to someone who loves you so they can get you exactly what you want this holiday season…stamps and accessories from Stampin’ Up!

I do this as a service for my customers all year round, not just Christmas time.  Something to keep in mind for birthdays and anniversaries too!

Just print out a copy of my Wish List (see below for the link) and give it to someone. Orders can be placed through my online store at (joloves2stamp.stampinup.net) or by email (joanne@stamptilyoudrop.com).  The order will be shipped directly to them so all they have to do is wrap it up and give you the best gift ever!  If they prefer, I also have Gift Certificates available in any denomination.

[Click Here to Print a Copy of My Wish List]

If you have any questions, please contact me any time!  I would be glad to help be your personal shopper this holiday season!

Thank you for visiting!  If you would like to get a notification each time I post a project share, specials from Stampin’ Up! or myself, class schedule or video, please make sure you click “Follow By Email” at the top of this post.  That way you won’t miss a thing! And in October Stampin’ Up! has some terrific specials planned that you will definitely want to take advantage of!!  As always, please feel free to share any post on Pinterest or Facebook!  Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!
Happy Stamping!
~Jo

Happy Stamping!

~Jo

Halloween Treat Box

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Hello everyone!

It has been a very busy few weeks, between family commitments and not feeling well,  I apologize that I have not been able to devote as much time to my stamping business as usual. But the beauty of having my own business is that I can set my own hours and if I need to take a little time off I can.  That’s one of the reason I love being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator!  As long as I meet my minimum requirements for the quarter I can take off as much time as I need to.

But I am back and have been busy in my stamp room this past week creating projects and videos for the upcoming holiday season, I can’t wait to share them with you!  I also spent the entire day with two fellow demonstrators on Saturday planning our upcoming classes showcasing all the great products in the 2016 Holiday Catalog and including some great gift ideas.

Today’s share is a cute little Halloween Treat Box utilizing the Gift Box Punch Board. This tool is amazing!  It can make several different sized boxes in both square and rectangle shapes and once you get the hang of it they are so easy to put together. Not only great for holidays treats and small gifts but perfect for wedding favors too!

Enjoy!

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Project Dimensions:

  • Pumpkin Pie cardstock – 8″ x 8″ (this will make a 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ box)
  • Thick Whisper White cardstock ( 2″ x 5 1/2″ used for the mummy & skeleton)
  • Whisper White cardstock – small scrap approx. 1 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ for the tag
  • Halloween Night Specialty DSP – 2″ x 12″ (I used the striped DSP)
  • Silver Glitter Ribbon – 22″
  • Silver Thread – 6″

Supplies Used:

Thank you for visiting!  If you would like to get a notification each time I post a project share, specials from Stampin’ Up! or myself, class schedule or video, please make sure you click “Follow By Email” at the top of this post.  That way you won’t miss a thing! And in October Stampin’ Up! has some terrific specials planned that you will definitely want to take advantage of!!  As always, please feel free to share any post on Pinterest or Facebook!  Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!
Happy Stamping!
~Jo

October Class Schedules

Let’s get ready to celebrate both Halloween and World Card Making Day!  

World Card Making Day is October 1st this year and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by getting together with us and create 5 cards that are perfect for a variety of occasions!

And let’s not forget Halloween!  You will be making a set of adorable “BOO” boxes using the Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series paper, two little treat boxes using the Jar of Haunts set and a treat bag using the set Cookie Cutter Halloween and the coordinating punch!

For more details and class dates please click here!

I can’t wait to see you all in Ocober!!

~Jo

 

 

 

New Holiday Catalog Highlights!

Here are some videos brought to you by Stampin’ Up! showing some of the fabulous new stamps and accessories available now through January 3, 2017!

Products Showcased Today:

Please let me know if you have any questions about any Stampin’ Up! product. And if you would like to see a video showcasing a particular stamp set, how to use a tool or accessory send me an email I would be happy hear your thoughts and ideas! I’ll be sure to mention you if I use your idea!
Have a wonderful Friday!
Happy Stamping!
~Jo