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Exciting changes are coming!

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Over the past few years I have have grown in so many ways. I decided last year to make my health a priority and have lost close to 70 pounds. I am off several medications and feel so much better. This year I decided it would be my year of joy. I would do things that make me happy and be around those that bring me joy. I have been purging my house of old unwanted things and replacing them with items that make me smile.

In turn my crafting has changed as well. While I love making cards, I have found great joy in scrapbooking again and I have found a new way to papercraft in junk journaling. These outlets really make my creativity shine and my heart full.

With all this said I have decided to completely rebrand myself with a new name, website and logo to match my new attitude and crafting style.

I have enlisted the help of a fantastic web designer who will be helping me on this journey. It will be a fresh clean look, uncluttered and easy to navigate.

My hope is that it will be a place to come and learn, try new things and feel like you are visiting an old friend for a day of creating.

I will be offering different things both in person and online, things I hope will inspire your creativity.

I cannot wait until I unveil this new website, and for you to join me in Jo’s Craft Corner.

Happy Stamping!

Jo ❤️

Bye..Bye..Bye

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With the anticipation of the new Spring Mini Catalog also comes the sadness of saying good bye to some of our favorites from the Fall/Winter Mini Catalog.  If there are any items on the retired list that have been on your wish list, now is the time to get them before they are gone!

Between November 21, 2023 and January 3, 2024 you can order products on the retired list with some discounted as much as 60%!!

Promotion Details:

  • Not all items on the Last Chance Products List will be discounted.
  • All products are available while supplies last, and there are no purchase limits.
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit and redeemed as a 50% off item or with Stampin’ Rewards.
  • Stamp sets are not guaranteed during this promotion and are while supplies last.
  • Discounts are automatically applied when sale items are added to any order, including Starter Kits.

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If you have any questions please reach out. I am here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Joanne

~Making the world a happier place one card at a time

Time to stock up on holiday crafting essentials during the Annual Seasonal Sale!!!

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Create more by spending less during the Annual Seasonal Sale! Between November 14–16, you can get select products from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog up to 20% off. Have your eye on something from the new color collection? Don’t miss your opportunity to shop the colors you’ve been craving during this phenomenal sale! 

You can stock up on supplies for all your upcoming handmade projects or embrace the season of giving and buy something for your fellow crafting enthusiasts. Make sure to act quickly on this limited time only deal!

PROMOTION PERIOD: November 14th – November 16th 2023

PROMOTION DETAILS:

  • 10% off ribbons and trims.
  • 15% off inks, including pads, refills, markers, and Blends. Bundles are not included.
  • 20% off papers, including cardstock, specialty paper, and Designer Series Paper.
  • Shop online to see the full selection of discounted products available. This is a limited time offer.
  • Discounts are automatically applied when sale items are added to any order, including Starter Kits.
  • Please keep in mind that due to the high volume of orders, the distribution center may fall behind typical shipping time frames. Stampin’ Up! will do everything they can to return to our regular service levels as quickly as possible.

Please note: Some items may sell out due to high demand. The discount will automatically be applied to qualifying items that are in stock. Per our updated policy, backorders are not available. 

Be sure to use the Host Code XAUJ7X69 when placing your order if your total is under $150. If over $150, DO NOT use the Host code because you will qualify for Stampin’ Rewards good for free items!

All who place an order of $75 or more during this promotion period and use the Host Code or spend over $150 on their own will be entered into a drawing to win a special gift bag filled with a stamp set and accessories – retail value will be $75 or more!!

Happy Stamping!

Joanne

~making the world a happier place, one card at a time

FREE SHIPPING 72 HOURS ONLY!!

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TIME TO STOCK UP!!

FREE SHIPPING 72 HOURS ONLY

Be sure to take advantage by stocking up on your favorite paper crafting supplies!!

PROMOTION PERIOD:

October 9th – October 11th 2023

Promotion Details:

  • Free shipping applies after the qualifying amount has been met.
  • The minimum qualifying amount to receive free shipping is $75 USD or more (before tax).
  • Free shipping only applies during the 72-hour period the promotion
  • With the exception of month-to-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions, all Stampin’ Up! products qualify for the promotion.
  • Prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions are eligible for FREE shipping under the same rules as all other Stampin’ Up! items during the promotion.
  • The free shipping promotion does not cover any additional costs for expedited shipping.

Be sure to use the Host Code XDDKXYNS when placing your order if your total is under $150. If over $150, DO NOT use the Host code because you will qualify for Stampin’ rewards good for free items!

All who place an order during this promotion period and use either the Host code or spend over $150 on their own will be entered into a drawing to win a special gift bag filled with a special stamp set and fun accessories – retail value will be $75 or more!!

Let me know if you have any questions!

Happy Stamping!!

Joanne

~Making the world a happier place one card at a time!

Hello Autumn!

Posted in Autumn Cards, Stamp Set Spotlight, Techniques by

One of my favorite suites in the September – December Mini Catalog is the All About Autumn Sweet (#162193 $105.75 USD). Fall is my favorite season so it’s no surprise I was drawn to this suite. It features the Autumn Leaves stamp set, matching dies, copper and natural ribbon combo pack, Distressed Tile 3D embossing folder, Oxidized Copper 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper and All About Autumn 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper (all products can be purchased separately).

I had so much fun creating with this suite, and this is one card that gets a lot of compliments.

I used Pretty Peacock for the card base with the same color panel embossed with the Distressed TIle 3D embossing file. To get the emphasize the distressed look of the embossed panel I used Metallic Copper Enamel Effects. It really brings out the copper in the leaf and veins.

How to create the distressed background using Metallic Copper Enamel Effects

I attached the panel to the main card with dimensionals to make it pop a bit. Then from the Distressed Oxidized Copper DSP I cut one large leaf and two mall leaves and the veins from the Pretty Peacock and Copper DSP. After attaching the veins with mono glue I added it to the card front again with dimensionals. The saying “Autumn teaches us that change can be beautiful” was stamped on Very Vanilla cardstock using Pretty Peacock ink, then cut out using the frame in the Autumn Leaves dies. To add a little sparkle I used 2023 – 2025 In Color Dots on the saying.

For the inside I stamped “I’m Thankful” on Very Vanilla using Pretty Peacock. I added the two remaining leaves to tie it all together.

Cutting Directions:

  • Pretty Peacock card stock – cut 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • Pretty Peacock card stock – cut 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Very Vanilla – cut 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Copper Oxidized DSP – cut 3 1/4″ x 5″ (the large leaf and two small leaves can fit on this piece)
  • Pretty Peacock & Copper Oxidized DSP – cut 3″ x 4″
  • Scrap piece Very Vanilla at least 1 1/2″ x 2″

Supplies Used:

In person classes to start up again!!

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I have finally been given the go ahead from the church to start classes again. and I am soooo excited!! It has been a long time and I have really missed being able to stamp with you.

I am finalizing my class schedules right now through November with the first class to start on Saturday, July 31st.

Be sure to check back later this week for the full class announcements, can’t wait to see all of you!!

Please refer to my personal message on classes for guidelines.

Happy stamping!!

~ Making the world a happier place, one card at a time

Joanne

Oh Bee-Hive!

Posted in 2020 January - June Mini Catalog, Designer Series Paper, Fancy Folds, Retired Products, Special Promotions, Techniques, Uncategorized by

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One of my favorite sets in the 2020 January – June Mini Catalog is Honey Bee.  It coordinates with the Detailed Bees dies and will be one of the sets retiring on June 2, 2020.  The Golden Honey DSP was a Sale-A-Bration gift at the $50 level and is no longer available but there is still a way to receive a pack of this gorgeous paper.  See the contest below for all the details!

I didn’t stamp too much on this card because I wanted the detail in the DSP to showcase the card.  Also I didn’t use the dies so it is perfect for a beginning or casual stamper.  To step it up you could die cut the bee on the front and attach with dimensionals to give it some depth.  

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For the card base I didn’t use a full piece of cardstock.  When closed it gives the illusion of a full card but when you open the flap you have the greeting hiding behind the bee and another layer of DSP with ribbon so the inside is as pretty as the front.

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Card Dimensions:

  • Basic Black cardstock – 5 1/2″ x 6 3/8″, score at 4 1/4″
  • Whisper White cardstock 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ – cut two
  • Gold Foil – 2″ x 5 3/8″ and 2 5/8″ x 2 5/8″
  • Black Foil – 2 5/8″ x 2 5/8″
  • Black & Gold Honeycomb DSP 1 7/8″ x 5 1/4″
  • Bee and flower DSP 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Gold metallic-edge ribbon 5″

Directions:

  • Stamp the bee on a small Whisper White square using Black Stazon ink with the greeting above. Color the bee body with a Crushed Curry Stampin’ Write marker.  Add some shimmer to the wings with Wink of Stella.
  • Stamp the flowers on the other Whisper White square again using the Stazon ink.  Color with the Crushed Curry marker.
  • To create the coordinating black ribbon, lay the ribbon on your grid paper, place a sheet of cardboard behind it.  Taking a Basic Black blend color the Gold Edged ribbon, set aside to dry.  Since the Blends are alcohol based they dry pretty quick.  This works for any light colored ribbon, using this technique you can always have ribbon to match your projects!
  • Attach the honeycomb DSP to the gold foil panel and then place on the flap on the left of the card front
  • Attach the bee panel to the gold foil square then attach to the flap in the center as shown, taking care to only put adhesive on the RIGHT side.  That way the card will open.
  • Wrap the ribbon around the bee and floral DSP attaching to the panel in the back.  Attach entire panel to the inside of the card.
  • Adhere the inside greeting to the black foil square then to the center of the card, making sure the outer greeting completely covers this panel.  This will hide the “surprise” for the recipient.

Try using the ribbon technique and fold with other stamp sets and Designer Series Paper, I would love to see what you come up with!  Send me your creations and I will display them in my customer gallery!

Supplies Used:

Additional Supplies:

How to win a package of the Golden Honey DSP

Love the Golden Honey DSP but didn’t get a package when Sale-A-Bration was going on?  Well now is your chance!  All you have to do is:
  • purchase the Honey Bee Bundle or the Honey Bee Stamp Set and
  • use Hostess code DJPSQ474 when placing your order and
  • you will be placed into a drawing to win a package of Golden Honey DSP!

BONUS: When using the Hostess Code DJPQ474 and placing an order $35 or more you will receive a DSP sampler pack as a free gift as a thank you for supporting my business!

The winner will be announced on June 3rd and the DSP pack will be shipped to the address on your order.  Be sure to place your order soon, retiring products are only available until June 2, 2020 or while supplies last.

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If you have any questions on the project featured, please let me know. I would be happy to help!

Happy stamping!

Jo

~Making the world a happier place, one card at a time

 

Bye..Bye..Bye

Posted in 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, In Colors 2018-2020, Retired Products by

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With the anticipation of the new Annual Catalog also comes the sadness of saying good bye to some of our favorite sets, colors and accessories. What are some of your favorites? If there are any items on the retired list that have been on your wish list, now is the time to get them before they are gone!

See Annual 2019-2020 Catalog Retired List Here

See January – June 2020 Mini Catalog Retired List Here

Place an order over $35.00 using the host code DJPSQ474 and receive a Designer Series Paper Sampler as a personal thank you from me! Your sampler will be mailed to the address on your order at the end of May.

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Here are some of my favorites that are retiring.  Remember, this is just a partial list of all the products leaving, be sure to view the entire list by clicking above.  And don’t forget to place your orders as soon as possible, the retiring products are only available until June 2, 2020 or while supplies last.

From 2019-2020 Annual Catalog:

From January – June 2020 Mini Catalog:
If you have any questions on any of the retiring products, please let me know!
Happy stamping!
~Jo
~Making the world a happier place, one card at a time!

Featured Stamp Set – Eastern Beauty

Posted in 2017-2018 Annual Catalog, Big Shot, Card Ideas, Card Share, Designer Series Paper, Featured Stamp Set, In Colors 2017-2019, Quick n' Easy, Special Promotions by

Welcome!  This is going to be the first installment of my new series that will feature one particular stamp set from any of our current catalogs.   I always find there are sets in the catalog I might not like or I just turned the page not giving them a second glance UNTIL I see what others have done with it, then it becomes a must have.  Or maybe you have a set that hasn’t been loved in a while, all you might need is a little inspiration to make some fabulous works of heart.  I hope you enjoy this series and if you have a particular set you would like me to feature, please send me an email and I will do my best to use it in future posts. Enjoy!

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This week’s set is Eastern Beauty and the entire Eastern Palace Suite.  When I first saw this set I thought to myself it’s OK, just not my cup of tea.  But I knew it was going to be a special for the month of May so I decided to order the bundle.  Once I started playing with it all I can say is WOW!!  This is one versatile set!

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For this card I used the colors Tranquil Tide, Fresh Fig and Very Vanilla.  To create the doily in the middle I used the two of the medallion dies and the largest circle from the Layering Circles framelits.  The fun thing about the Eastern Medallions Thinlets is how all the parts work together,  You can mix and match the rings to make all types of designs.

See how well they fit together!  You can run it through your Big Shot using all three at once, just make sure to use the Precision Plate and roll it through several times to get a nice cut.

I stamped a few accents and the greeting then mounted on a large circle of Fresh Fig. Add a strip of Eastern Palace Specialty Designer Series Paper and you are all set!

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Next up I decided to used the adorable notecards that are available as a FREE gift with the Eastern Palace Starter Bundle.

I again used the medallions but changed up the middle ring and added a third ring to create  delicate cut out on the front of the card.  I placed a piece of Lemon Lime Twist DSP and stamped accents in Dapper Denim and Lemon Lime Twist Ink.  To give it a little bling , a few small pearl accents were added.

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This card is super easy and super quick!  There is no stamping involved, instead it uses the new Eastern Gold Vinyl Stickers!  All I did was peel and place on the Tranquil Tide card.  It creates an elegant look with no effort!  So next time you need a card in a hurry reach for these stickers and you can have a card in minutes!

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This card uses all the elements I have shown you so far but adds a cute little gold tassel! The colors used are Tranquil Tide, Dapper Denim and Very Vanilla with accents of gold.

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For this card I used the new Oh My Stars Textured Embossing Folder (available 6/1/17). Colors used are Fresh Fig, Dapper Denim and Very Vanilla.  The border on either side of the center panel was made with Fresh Fig ink to create the tone on tone look.

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For the final card I decided to stray slightly from the colors in the suite and use Lemon Lime Twist and another new In Color, Berry Burst. To me this card says summer with the bright color combo!

I just love how every card is different yet uses the same stamps and accessories.  The little accent stamps can be used is so many ways, you can sit and play with this set all day long and not run out of ideas!  I am so glad I bought this set, it is sure to be one of my favorites and once you play with it I know it will become one of yours too!

For the month of May you can purchase two different bundles, each with a FREE gift from Stampin’ Up! See below for all the details!

Supplies Used:

Oh My  Stars TIEF Folder, Tranquil Tide Finely Woven Ribbon, Berry Burst Stampin’ Ink and Cardstock will be available June 1,2017.

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If you are interested in attending classes or any of my all day events be sure to visit my events page for a current schedule.

Happy Stamping!

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

May Specials

From Stampin’ Up!:

Out with the old….in with the new!!

Yes it’s that time of year again!  While we are always sad to see our favorites go, it is the perfect time to complete your wish list from the 2016-2017 Annual Catalog and the 2017 Occasions Catalog! And as a bonus many items are on sale at reduced prices!  What could be better!!!

Be sure to check out the entire list as items are selling out quickly and once they are gone they are gone forever!

To see all the items on sale and shop now at my online store [CLICK HERE]

Eastern Palace Bundle:

During May you will be able to purchase items from the Eastern Palace Suite, a full month before the 2017-2018 Annual catalog goes live!  And as an added bonus these bundles offer free items as a thank you!  This promotion is only available for the bundle pricing, a la carte items will be available when the catalog goes live in June.   This promotion runs May 1, 2017 – May 31, 2017

To view the available bundles please [CLICK HERE]

To shop now at my online store [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 Designer Series paper!

Just enter the Hostess Code FWYFSKEF when you place your order online. This code is good until May 19, 2017.  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]