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November Christmas Card Kit

Sign up for the November Christmas Card Kit and receive a fun and festive package sent right to your door! This kit is available to anyone across Canada, whether you are a true beginner or an avid crafter.

Each package will include all the supplies needed to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs) Envelopes and full PDF instructions will also be included so you can make each card following the step by step instructions, in the comfort of your own home.  There might even be a bonus or two, inside your package.

Please note that the stamp set is not included. You can substitute your own stamp set or you can purchase the stamp set as an add-on, to make these cards. 

Each month I will present a new kit to make.  The featured stamp set will be highlighted  in case you would like to add it to your monthly kit. 

The date associated with the event is the registration deadline. Sign up for before the 15th of each month to be included in the months Club. Currently, this is not an in-person event. You will complete the projects in your own time instructions provided.  However, I am always available to answer questions.

How to Order:

  • Register for the November Card Club kit here
  • Fill out your contact information and advise me which option you choose.
  • Once confirmed, I will contact you to advise. Payment can then be made via PayPal or an e-transfer to susanbeale@canadianstamper.com
  • Once paid, I’ll place the order for you and send you everything in one fun package!

The last day to register for this class is Nov 15th The card kit will ship the week of Nov 29  or sooner.  

The November Christmas Card kit includes the following: 

  1. Paper supplies, all pre-cut and ready for you to create 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
  2. All die and punched elements included
  3. All embellishments to add a little extra to your cards
  4. 6 Envelopes
  5. PDF step by step instructions
  6. A sheet of mini dimensionals

OPTION 1: $30.00

  •  – Includes all supplies as noted above
  •  – Your cost includes tax and shipping from me to you,

OPTION 2 (Stamp/Die Bundle Add-on) – $79.00 

  • Includes all items noted in the Kit details above.
  • Includes the Poinsettia Petals Bundle (Stamp/Dies) as shown
  • You cost includes tax and shipping from me to you. 

You will need the additional supplies required to complete the cards.

  • – Block for your stamps.
  • – Selection of adhesives (i.e. Liquid Glue or Stampin’ Seal tape)
  •  – Ink Pad – This kit uses the Stampin’ Up! colour Real Red 

Do you like sneak peaks?

I love sneak peaks, especially as Christmas approaches. I know it’s only November but I am on countdown. It’s my thing and I get more excited as we get closer and closer. Right now, there are only 55 days until Christmas Day. It is coming fast so I wanted to share this gorgeous bundle with you.

This is an early release from Stampin’ Up! As of Nov 3, you will be able to order the Curvy Celebrations stamp set. This is a wonderful set that will inspire your creativity. The stamp set can be purchased separately but don’t you just love the coordinating dies? Purchasing them as a bundle will save you 10% and who doesn’t love a savings. Click here to shop now and you will be able to get a head start on holiday crafting.

Here are just a few card examples to inspire you.

As well as being able to order the Curvy Celebrations stamp sets 2 months early, Stampin’ Up! have also released limited edition Christmas products that coordinate with the Curvy Dies so you can create beautiful Christmas cards.

Below is a picture of the QUITE CURVY VARIETY BUNDLE (Item 158396) includes everything you need to create cards for a variety of upcoming special occasions such as Christmas, New Years and even Valentines day. All products can be purchased separately so you can pick and choose what works for you.

One of the perks of being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator is being able to pre-order these releases at a discount! If you’d like to do that, I invite you to join my team of Canadian Stampers. Click here to join my team. For just $135, you’ll get to order your own customized Starter Kit with $165 worth of products! all with free shipping.

As a qualified demonstrator, you will also enjoy a 20% discount on future purchases. What better time to join and fulfill all your crafting needs at wonderful prices.

 

Sponging Technique

I wanted to share a couple of cards I made using the sponging technique. This technique is a great way to add an interesting background to your cards.

First of all, to block of the part I wanted to colour, I cut out a U-shaped template from a 6×6 piece of light cardboard as shown below.

By doing this I ensured the cut out was 1 1/2” in width, which is what I wanted, but you could make it wider if desired. With a template, I don’t have to use a bunch of paper and tape to mark out my block, plus I can re-use the template for a second or third card. I used small pieces of washi tape to secure my card base to scrap paper then placed the template over the card and secured it with more washi tape as shown. I like using washi tape because it easily removes and doesn’t pull on the paper like some painter tape does. Once all is secured, I am ready to go.

I sponged the various colours I wanted to use across the blocked area. There really is no right or wrong way to do this, however I would recommend overlapping the colours so there are no hard lines. While doing this, you have to wonder, right? It’s not very impressive and looks rather messy as you can see, but once you remove the template you will see how cool it looks. I then stamped the images and sentiments from the “Prized Peony” stamp set in Tuxedo Momento ink over the coloured background. I absolute love how it looks and there are so many colour possibilities. What do you think? If you have any questions, please leave a comment below.

Prized Peony

To complete the card, I added a mat in a coordinating colour to the card front then applied it to a black card base which just makes the card front pop even more. I then stamped a sentiment to another piece of card stock and applied it to the inside of the card.

This card is a sneak peak, using the same method. This new stamp set will become available in the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog in the new year. As a demonstrator, I enjoy having a few perks, such as discounts on purchases or getting this stamp set in advance. If you would like to become a demonstrator and enjoy those perks as well, I would love it if you joined my team as a demonstrator. Whether you are in the same city as me or spread across Canada, my team, “Canadian Stampers” are a group of wonderful people who I support 100% of the time.

To join, click here and then click on “JOIN” in the top right corner. Not sure? Contact me and we can talk about it before you decide.

There are some wonderful benefits to becoming a demonstrator:

  • VIP Access:  Be the first to see catalogues and order new product!
  • 20% discount on all purchases and depending on how much you sell (or buy!) each month that discount can go up 
  • Minimum of 20% income on your sales
  • Exclusive website full of stamping samples to inspire you
  • Opportunities to attend conventions, regional events, and demonstrator get togethers
  • Opportunity to earn cash bonuses, product bonuses, and incentive trips

Purchasing the Starter Kit is a great value, and the best deal on Stampin’ Up! products. For just $135 you’ll get to choose $165 of product that you choose for yourself, based on your interests. You’ll also receive free business supplies, should you wish to create a home based business so there is plenty of support and I am always available to help. The entire kit is shipped free of charge. 

It’s always a great time to join and you’ll love being a demonstrator. You can make this opportunity work for you, on your own time schedule.  

Paper Pumpkin Alternatives

I often talk about the Paper Pumpkin kits but I don’t often share what I make with all the supplies once I receive the kit. I am sharing that with you today.

I usually make up a single card of each design (pictured above) as per the instructions. The October kit entitled “Joy to the World” gives you enough supplies to create 8 cards (4 each of the 2 designs) along with the stamp set and ink to complete the project.

This picture below shows just 5 alternative cards that I have made so far but I have so many other ideas that I will be working on this week. I also deconstructed some of the envelopes (love the printed red paper) to add even more supplies to my stash.

As you can see, each kit can be stretched to make many more cards so you always get more bang for your buck with each kit. There is even a Paper Pumpkin Fan Club on Face Book where people showcase all the alternative cards and projects they make from each kit. It is a great source of inspiration and you would be amazed at what people create.

November’s cute, gingerbread-themed kit contains enough supplies to create one-of-a-kind Christmas crafts! Whether you use the kit to create cute gift card holders or traditional cards, the choice is up to you. You can also create tasty-looking gift tags. With curly cutouts, sugary stickers, and delicious die-cut designs in a special-edition box, a jolly holiday will be on its way with this kit! If you want this kit, you will need to Subscribe by Nov 10th.

I also wanted to remind you that the Designer Series Paper sale is coming to an end as of Oct 31st. You can save 15% of selected paper packages so it’s a great time to stock up.

Now for a sneak peak. On of the perks of being a demonstrator (aside from the discount) is that I can access select products before they become available to the general public. I would like to show you this card I made from one of the new products which will be available in January as part Sale-A-Bration. I absolutely love Dragon flies and this set doesn’t disappoint. There is even coordinating Designer Series Paper to make your projects even more appealing.

Lest we Forget

Painted Poppies Thank you Card

I decided to take a break from making Christmas gift card holders for an upcoming virtual market and create something different. With Remembrance Day coming up and due to covid, the ceremonies normally done to honour our veterans will be very different. I created this card using the Poppy Parade and the Peaceful Moments stamp set. I am pretty pleased with how it turned out.

The two stamp sets below work so well together and I find I keep using them over and over again. The also come with coordinating dies so you can stamp the image then cut it out which makes card making so easy. Should you wish to purchase either of these stamp sets, you can visit my online store by clicking here.

Directions

Cut rectangle out of centre – 2 ½ x 3 1/2”. You can use a paper trimmer or if you have a rectangle die, it makes it easy to cut out.

Stamp large flowers on scrap paper and cut out to use as a mask and set aside (I used one large and stamped several smaller images)

Position and centre the rectangle within the cut-out piece of whisper white (secure with a mini glue dot on the back so it doesn’t move)

Stamp large Poppies on the cut-out rectangle ensuring a couple of the flowers go off the paper onto the larger white piece

Using the mask place the flowers over the stamped images of the rectangle (use a mini glue dot to secure them in place)

Leaving the mask in place, stamp the smaller flowers across the paper leaving room on the bottom for the sentiment.  

The mask will prevent you from stamping on the larger flowers.

Stamp the background stamp in Mossy Meadow across the paper to give the greenery some colour.

Stamp the sentiment on the bottom of the whisper white

Remove the mask and colour the flowers using the blender pens.

Adhere both pieces of Whisper White to the front of the card base.

Tie a piece of ribbon in a knot, trim (on an angle) and use a mini glue dot to secure to the front of the card.

Optional

Stamp an image to the other Whisper white piece 

Stamp Sentiment  if desired or leave blank

Adhere to the inside of the card.

Products used to make this card

Mossy Meadow Card Base – 5 ½ x 8 ½” (scored at 4 ¼”)

Whisper white – 5 ¼” x 4” (cut 2)

Scrap paper (for the masking technique)

Stamp Set – Poppy Parade (large and small flowers)

Stamp Set – Peaceful Moments (Sentiment)

Ink – Mossy Meadow

Blender Pens – Cherry Cobbler (light & dark)

Blender Pens – Rococo Rose (light & dark)

Blender Pens – Mossy Meadow (light & dark)

Ribbon – Ornate Garden

Making Gift Card Holders

Another option for gift cards, is to bake up a batch of cute Christmas crafts with the Jolly Gingerbread Paper Pumpkin Kit!

November’s cute, gingerbread-themed kit contains enough supplies to create one-of-a-kind Christmas crafts!

Whether it’s a gift card holder, a traditional card, or a tasty-looking gift tag, this sweet and seasonal kit is the key to heartfelt holiday gifting. With curly cutouts, sugary stickers, and delicious die-cut designs in a special-edition box, a jolly holiday will be on its way with this kit!

Details

  1. Kit contains enough supplies to create 15 gift card holders with coordinating envelopes.
  2. Kit contents can also be used to design traditional holiday cards, gift tags, and other paper projects.
  3. Contents arrive in a collectible, special-edition box!
  4. Project size: 2-1/4″ x 4″
  5. Envelope size: 2-3/4″ x 4-3/8″
  6. Coordinating colors: Cinnamon Cider, Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral, Mint Macaron, Shaded Spruce, Blushing Bride, and Whisper White

There are several options to choose from. You can sign up monthly and receive your own unique kit every month. If you don’t want to commit, you can try it out by purchasing a pre-paid kit for 1 month, 3 month, 6 months or 12 months. Click on one of the links below to see more.

Monthly – click here

One month – click here

Three months – click here

Six months – click here

Twelve months – click here

Speaking of newer Designer Series paper (DSP) , now is a great time to stock up with some beautiful papers. A select group of designs shown below are 15% off until the end of October and there are no limits on what you purchase. Tick! Tock! Time is running out. To shop now, click here to visit my online store.

I recently made up these gift card holders with some retired Christmas paper from last year. Small items like treat boxes or gift card holders are a great way to use up the old papers and make way for the newer Designer Series paper. I also used the new Poinsettia Petals bundle to stamp and cut out the flowers. I am loving this bundle as there are so many possibilities and different sized Poinsettia’s that you can stamp or cut out. Odds and ends of other stuff I had on hand were used to complete them.

This is a picture of the Poinsettia Petals Bundle I used on the gift card holders. As you can see, there are so many different sized flowers and leaves that it will suit just about any project you have in mind. These lovely flowers also suit very well in whites, silvers, blues. Who doesn’t like design options?

To purchase this bundle, click here

Gift Card Holder

Each year, my hubby asks me to make up a bunch of gift card holders for his team and every year, I look for a new way of presenting gift cards. I decided that this year I would create a wallet so came up with this design. I love how it turned out and there is a spot inside the card to write a personal message. To see the recipe on how to make this card, click here

This is the very last day to sign up and receive all the freebies.

Whether you craft as a hobby or are looking to start a business, this is a great time to join my team and become a demonstrator. When you purchase a starter kit for just $135 (CAD) you get to pick $165 (CAD) of products that appeal to you and your crafting style. So right off the bat, you’ll receive an additional $30.00 of products of your choice FREE

You will also receive the new “So Much Love” stamp set, ($20.00) and the “Queen Anne’s Lace” stamp set ($17.00) as well as a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels ($5.00) to embellish your card or crafting projects as well as 8 packs of pre-cut card stock of the coastal cabana pack and 8 packs of pre-cut card stock of the Granny Apple Green pack, to make a total of 16 cards (packs include envelopes).   So just for signing up you will enjoy over $75.00 of FREE products. To join my team and become a demonstrator click here I know you won’t regret it because there are so many amazing products, ideas and support available. Don’t forget to sign up with my September HOST CODE 29XEDHSU for all orders under $200.00 and receive a gift from me, just for signing up and joining my team.

Paper Pumpkin kit

Paper Pumpkin kits are a wonderful way to craft. They include everthing you need to make the monthly projects. They also make a wonderful christmas gift

This months kit is called Joy to the World because it is bringing people from around the world together. The Joy to the World Paper Pumpkin Kit is an exclusive holiday kit that provides a specially-designed box with enough supplies to create eight elegant cards, and an opportunity to connect with the Stampin’ Up! global community.

Sign up and join my team of Paper Pumpkin subscribers before Oct 10th and you will receive your kit by the end of the month. Once you’ve signed up, you can then join the Paper Pumpkin facebook page to see all the alternative cards people make using the same kit. It is inspiring! You can also become a pen pal to people all over the world, sharing cards and ideas. I now have seven pen pals and have already received three beautiful cards from around the world. I love this.

If you have never tried paper pumpkin (or would like to reactivate your subscription) Now is the perfect time. It makes a great gift for yourself or a perfect christmas gift for someone else. You have several options to choose from. You can subscribe monthly to receive a kit every month or you can choose a pre-paid kit for 1, 3, 6 or 12 months. As a monthly subscriber, shipping is included. Pre-paid prices do not include shipping. To subscribe, just choose whichever option works best for you. Click here to find out more

We all love gorgeous Designer Series Paper, and during this incredible sale, you can enjoy a 15% discount on select papers from our current catalogs! Now is a great time to stock up and save on some of our most popular paper designs! To visit my online store and see all the beautiful papers available, click here.

  1. There is no limit to how many packages of Designer Series Paper may be purchased during this promotion.
  2. Only select Designer Series Papers are available at a 15% discount during this promotion.
  3. Orders must be placed—and closed—during the promotion period for the 15% discount to apply.
  4. Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit or with Stampin’ Rewards qualify for the 15% discount

Joy to the World is here

I love subscribing to Paper Pumpkin and receiving a monthly surprise the kit offers each month.

This month it gets even better because the October kit is going global. October’s Paper Pumpkin kit was designed to bring people together—connecting to one another and spreading joy with each other around the world! 

The Joy to the World Paper Pumpkin Kit is an exclusive holiday kit that provides a specially-designed box with enough supplies to create eight elegant cards, and an opportunity to connect with the Stampin’ Up! global community.

If you have never tried paper pumpkin (or would like to reactivate your subscription) Now is the perfect time. It makes a great gift for yourself or someone else. You have several options choose from. You can subscribe monthly to receive a kit every month or you can choose a pre-paid kit for 1, 3, 6 or 12 months. As a monthly subscriber, shipping is included. Pre-paid prices do not include shipping. To subscribe, just choose whichever option works for you.

Monthly – You will be surprised every month with projects like cards, gift packaging, home décor, and more for just $30.00 a month (shipping included). Talk about happy mail!

1 Month – Enjoy a prepaid one-month delivery of Stampin’ Up!’s subscription kit for just $28.00. After you order, you’ll receive a code via e-mail to redeem your subscription at http://www.PaperPumpkin.com.

3 Months – Enjoy a prepaid three-month delivery of Stampin’ Up!’s subscription kit for just $82.50. After you order, you’ll receive a code via e-mail to redeem your subscription at http://www.PaperPumpkin.com

6 Months – Save $1 every month and enjoy a prepaid six-month delivery of Stampin’ Up!’s subscription kit for $158.00. After you order, you’ll receive a code via e-mail to redeem your subscription at http://www.PaperPumpkin.com

12 Months – Buy 11 kits and get one free when you purchase a prepaid 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscription for $300.00. After you order, you’ll receive a code via e-mail to redeem your subscription at http://www.PaperPumpkin.com

In order to receive this kit, you will need to subscribe by Oct 10th and not only will you get a head start on your holiday crafting—you will be able to create Christmas cards, share project ideas, and spread holiday cheer with Paper Pumpkin subscribers all over the world. There’s no better time to reactive a Paper Pumpkin subscription than for this very special edition kit! 

After you receive your kit, join the Joy of Paper Pumpkin Facebook group to make the most of this month’s kit.

Each Kit contains enough supplies to create eight cards, 4 each of two separate designs along with coordinating envelopes.

Kit includes die-cut pieces in English, French, and German. This will allow you to create cards you can use to connect with other people all around the world—in their language!

So how cool is that? Our world just got a little bit smaller.

Coordinating Colors: Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Just Jade, Soft Sea Foam

A great time to Get and Go

Can you believe September is just a few days away? Start the fall off right by taking advantage of the Get & Go Starter Kit promotion is meant to give anyone who signs up as a  Stampin’ Up! demonstrator additional products to help you get started right away. In addition to the already great valued Starter Kit, new demonstrators, will receive precut paper, stamps, and embellishments absolutely free. This offer is for a limited-time offer so sign up between Sept 1 – 30 and you will have a host of new products to get you started. I would love to welcome you to my team, so if you would like to sign up and take advantage of all these FREEBIES, Click here to sign up.

Here is what you will receive;

When you purchase a starter kit for just $135 (CAD) you will be able to choose $165 (CAD) of products that appeal to you and your crafting style. So right off the bat, you’ll receive an additional $30.00 of products of your choice FREE and who doesn’t love freebies?  

The FREEBIES continue because you will also receive the new “So Much Love” stamp set, ($20.00) and the “Queen Anne’s Lace” stamp set ($17.00) shown below as well as a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels ($5.00) to embellish your card or crafting projects.

The freebies continue, as a new demonstrator, you will also receive 8 packs of pre-cut card stock of the coastal cabana pack and 8 packs of pre-cut card stock of the Granny Apple Green pack, to make a total of 16 cards (packs include envelopes).   Did I mention this is also FREE? All this just for signing up. How cool is that? Below are just a couple of examples of how you can put it all together but the possibilities are endless

Also available to purchase as of September 1, is the new Stampin’ Cut & Embossing machines. The new machine comes in two sizes, a full size cutter for the bigger jobs and a mini cutter for those smaller die cuts and includes all the plates needed to get started.

To see more details, visit my online store for details by clicking here.

I would love to welcome you to my team, so if you would like to sign up and take advantage of all these FREEBIES, follow these steps;

Click here to visit my online store (see my name in the bottom left corner of the menu shown below?) then JOIN on the left hand menu. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on JOIN STAMPIN’ UP! After accepting the terms and conditions, you can begin creating your own personal customized starter kit. If you would like my help in putting together your own personal customized starter kit, please contact me and I will help you get started.

I believe in providing ongoing encouragement to my Canadian Stamper demonstrator team and the best customer service possible to all of my customers.  Anyone, regardless of experience can enjoy creativity and crafting especially with the fun kits that Stampin’ Up! has to offer so sign up today to enjoy all those freebies I mentioned above.

There is a full range of stamping and crafting products in my ONLINE STORE so check it out. What are you waiting for?

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