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Perfect card for a simple sentiment

I love this card for its simplicity. It could be used as a birthday card or sympathy card.

Supplies required and directions are shown below. If you are missing the needed supplies, click on the shop now button to see all the amazing products offered.

Cut paper as follows;

  • card base – 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 – fold in half so card is 4 1/4 x 5 1/2
  • Pear Pizazz – cut to 4 x 5 1/4 (mat)
  • Very Vanilla – cut to 3 3/4 x 5 (cut 2)
  • Punch one each Pear Pizazz & Very Vanilla

Using a scrap paper 3 3/4 x 5″ punch a 2′ circle where you would like the circle to show on the card front. I placed it a bit to the side about 1 1/2 ” from the bottom Place this piece of paper over the very vanilla cardstock. Using the sponge brayer, gently run it over the pear Pizazz ink in one direction only for even coverage. Roll it over the circle (again one direction only) until you like how it looks then remove the scrap. I chose to make it very light at the top and darker as you go to the bottom of the circle. Stamp the tree image using Old Olive so it lies just below the circle but so the branches overlap the circle.

Adhere the matting to the front of the card Wrap the ribbon around the base of the very vanilla, below the stamped image and tie a knot or if you prefer a bow. Adhere to the matting on the front of the card Stamp a sentiment to the punched out label then adhere to the pear pizazz label using the snail adhesive. I used the Happy Birthday from the Beautiful You Stamp set for this card but you could put any sentiment on to suit the occasion. Place dimmensionals to the back and adhere to the front of the card so it overlaps the ribbon. Adhere the second Very Vanilla card stock to the inside of the card and either write or stamp another sentiment.

And there you have it a beautiful but simple card

Crumb Cake 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [120953]
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [131201]
Very Vanilla 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [101650]
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin’ Pad [147104]
Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad [147090]
Rooted In Nature Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146482]
2″ (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch [133782]
Tailored Tag Punch [145667]
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals [144108]
Snail Adhesive [104332]
Sponge Brayers [141714]
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National Lighthouse Day

National Lighthouse Day honors and commemorates a beacon of light that symbolizes safety and security for boats at sea.

On August 7, 1789, through an Act of Congress, the Federal Government took over responsibility for building and operating our nation’s lighthouses. The government recognized the importance to ships at sea to find safe harbor during fog and storms. Over the years, lighthouses have saved many ships, and an untold  number of lives.

Throughout maritime history, Lighthouses have shined their powerful, sweeping lights through the fog and storms, allowing ships of all kinds to find their way back to port during inclement weather. With the advent of radar and GPS technology, lighthouses have taken a back seat in guiding ships to port. However, they remain the universal symbol of safe harbor to ships and communities that rely upon the sea for their livelihood.

 There are numerous local and national lighthouse preservation societies and lighthouse organizations. They serve to preserve and promote lighthouses, and their historical significance to communities, and to the nation.

Enjoy National Lighthouse Day by visiting a lighthouse, or learning more about your local lighthouse preservation society. Or, read a book about lighthouses.

Origin of National Lighthouse Day:

On this day in 1789, the U.S. Congress enacted legislation allowing the federal government control over the creation and maintenance of lighthouses.  This special day evolved out of this event, and in recent years, through efforts to preserve lighthouses as a important historical symbol in America.

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TIME TO CASH IN

Time to cash in those Bonus Codes you earned in July.

If you have earned Bonus Days coupon codes in July, they need to be redeemed by August 31. Not sure what to buy with your coupons? Use their coupon codes to get some great products from the 2019-2020 annual catalog!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me to discuss.

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July 30 – National Day of Friendship

The world is filled with too much hatred, too much fighting and too much mistrust of others. The International Day of Friendship is certainly an opportunity to stop, and to reverse, these worldwide problems.

According to the United Nations, the official sponsor of this special day, the International Day of Friendship is a day set aside to promote friendship among peoples, cultures and countries. Today is a time to encourage efforts towards peace, and to build bridges among different people. It is a day of respect for others, and a day to celebrate diversity.

According to the United Nations, on this day people, groups and governments should hold events and activities to promote mutual understanding and reconciliation.

On an individual level, use this day to promote friendship in big and small ways. You can begin by “extending an olive branch” to a sibling or a family member, a neighbor, or an old friend who we’ve had a falling out with. If we all try just a little the world will be a friendlier, more peaceful place.

Origin of International Day of Friendship:

The origin of International Day of Friendship has roots as far back as 1919 in the United States. The country of Paraguay  first celebrate this day on an national level on July 30, 1958.  Other countries with early celebrations include: several countries in South America, Bangladesh, India, and Malaysia. Different countries celebrated this day on varying dates in July, August and April.

In 2011, the United Nations declared this an official international day, to be celebrated annually on July 30th.

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July Paper Pumpkin Refills are now available

Didn’t your just you love the Paper Pumpkin kit for July?  

Would you like more supplies to add to your collection? Well now is the perfect time to order the refill kit, but you need to hurry because the refill kits sell out quickly. You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to order this item.

Don’t forget about July Bonus Days, for every $60.00 CAD spent, you will earn a Bonus Day Coupon which you can redeem in August for additional products.

If you are not a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, Why not? This great kit is like getting a Christmas present every month and you will be amazed by all the unique cards you can make.

This refill kit contains supplies for 9 cards and envelopes.*

Your refill kit includes: 
• 9 card bases
• 9 envelopes
• 9 die-cut accent sheets and pieces
• 1 foil die-cut label sheet
• 3 laser-cut sheets
• 5 yds. linen thread
• 30 adhesive-backed sequins
• 3 silver paper clips
• 100 mini dimensionals
• 3 dimensional rings
• 150 adhesive dots

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: 

Balmy Blue, Mint Macaron, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz, Pretty Peacock, Sahara Sand, Seaside Spray, and Terracotta Tile

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Paper Pumpkin, a gift of fall

Details

Now is the time to try something new and exciting. The August Paper Pumpkin is an all inclusive kit that comes with everything you need to make 6 gift bags and 12 gift tags which is a perfect way to personalize your christmas gifts. I cannot believe I am saying that in July but time has a way of creeping up on you.

This wonderful kit coordinates beautifully with the Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle. This is a separate purchase of just $13.00 CAD and is not part of the August Paper Pumpkin kit and it is only only available to Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Important note: The Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle is not needed to complete the August kit projects.

Once you have completed the August kit, you will have extra kit components so you can easily combine them with the add-on bundle to make some beautiful cards.

This add-on is available beginning August 1, while supplies last so take advantage while you can. It includes 24 card bases of 2 different designs with coordinating envelopes.

Coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Merry Merlot, Mint Macaron, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, and Soft Suede

To take advantage of this wonderful kit and register before August 10, just click on the link below

https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-ca/sign-up/?demoid=2197642

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A simple card for any occasion

This is a cute card for any occasion. I left the inside blank until I am ready to use it.

Cut paper as follows; 
Purple Posy – card base. 11 x 4 1/4″ 
Whisper White – 4 x 5 1/4″ (x2) 
Silver Foil – 1/4 x 5 1/2″ 
Purple Posy – scrap – punch out butterflies 
Whisper White – scrap – sentiment 
Scrap paper – 6 x 4″

Fold card base in half and burnish edge, set aside. 
Align scrap paper approximately two inches from the left edge of the whisper white card stock to protect that side of the card. Make sure the paper is straight. Using the stamp set and the ink pad, randomly stamp images on the 2″ of card stock that is not covered. Adhere the silver strip of paper between the stamped images and the blank part of the card stock. This gives a nice separation between the two. Adhere to the front of the card using the snail adhesive.

Stamp sentiment on the white cardstock and die cut using the Free as a Bird hexagon die. 
Do the same with a slightly larger die cut for the foil background. Adhere the white sentiment to the front of the foil then using mini dimensionals add to the front of the card. 
Tie a bow and glue to the top of the sentiment or just below it on the top left edge. 
Punch out the two butterflies and glue to the front of the card.

Adhere the second piece of cardstock to the inside of the card. At this time, I left the inside of the card blank until I need it so I can add a sentiment later.

If desired, 
Using the second whisper white card stock, stamp a sentiment in the centre and then using the same stamp from the front of the card, stamp a bit of design in the corner or however you wish. 
Adhere to the inside of the card and you have a beautiful card for any occasion.

  • Supplies needed;
  • Purple Posy Cardstock – 150881
  • Whisper White Cardstock – 100730
  • Silver Foil Sheets – 132178
  • Beauty Abounds Stamp Set – 148726
  • Free as a Bird Bundle – 151123
  • Highland Heather ink pad – 147103
  • Butterfly duet punch – 148523
  • Silver Metallic thread – 138402
  • Snail Adhesive – 104332
  • Mini dimensionals – 144108
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Extra Extra – Don’t miss out

If you are based in the Canada, then now is the perfect time to become a demonstrator. Buying the starter kit is a wonderful chance to join my team and become part of the Stampin’ Up! community. You can choose to be your own best customer and enjoy discounts with each purchase you make, or you can earn an income if you choose to demonstrate the products at classes and parties. The choice is yours.

From July 1 until August 31, new demonstrators will receive an additional $40 CAD to put toward bonus products in your Starter Kit. You pay just $135 CAD and then choose $205 CAD worth of Stampin’ Up! products to put together a customized Starter Kit that suits you. Not only will you receive all those amazing products, you will also receive a $14 CAD coupon code which you can use the following month for additional product.

Just click on the link below and in the top right hand corner, click join now to become part of my team.

https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/default.aspx?culture=en-us&dbwsdemoid=2197642
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Wedding gift

Wedding or anniversaries are to be celebrated and remembered. I made up this 12 x 12 picture frame using the beautiful Magnolia designer series paper from the Stampin’ Up! annual catalogue. I left the green squares blank so special pictures can be added later. A perfect keepsake to commemorate the special occasion.

With Bonus Days going on during the month of July, now is the perfect time to stock up on crafting supplies.  If you are unfamiliar with this promotion, for every $60 cad you spend before July 31 (before shipping and tax) earns a $6 cad Bonus Days coupon code that can be redeemed during August 1–31. There is no limit to how many coupons you can earn in July and then you get to cash them in in August for even more products. So how great is that?

Just click on my shop now button to start earning coupons. Don’t forget to use the July Host code to earn hostess gifts.

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Keeping cool in the heat wave

Hi everyone, well we are certainly experiencing some hot weather this week. Given the Canadian winters, I have no problem with this. I was golfing last night with my ladies golf league in 38C humidity, and drinking lots of water. I even won the 50/50 draw so all in all, it was a good day.

At home I am staying inside in the air conditioning and doing what I love, crafting. I have a card class next week so was finishing up some of the prep work required. Below are the three cards we will be making. Each one is unique and requires different techniques which I like to demonstrate. If you have an interest in learning new techniques or would like to get together just to socialize while we make cards, please register on my blog. Next Class is Aug 14th and spots are limited.