Category: greeting cards

I Am A Visual Learner

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It’s no surprise that I like to create visual interest using contrasting colors, textures and depth. I am also a visual learner. So when I get a paper crafting kit, I look for a Youtube assembly video on Stampin’ Up!’s channel. This greatly reduces my time assembling the kit because then I don’t have to think about where all the pieces will go. The kits make it easy to stamp a stack of cards quickly when I have run out of ready to mail cards.

The Sentimental Rose Kit I mentioned a few posts back does have an assembly video in the Kit Collection Playlist on the Stampin’ Up! Youtube channel. Here is a link to that video.

If you opt to sign up for Paper Pumpkin, our monthly kit subscription box, Paper Pumpkin has it’s own Youtube channel to share the assembly videos on. Here is a link to the November 2021 Paper Pumpkin assembly video to give you an idea of what to expect when receiving kits from Paper Pumpkin. The video publishes around the 20th of each month which is about the time kits start arriving in mail boxes.

There are basic written instructions included in the kits as well. Are you a visual learner, like to read the directions or listen to audio instruction? Add a comment below with your learning preference. Hopefully, we have you covered when creating with the kits!

Super Awesome Kit Maker Shirley

P.S. The Kit in the header photo has an assembly video too. Here is the link for the No Matter the Weather Kit as narrated by our CEO, Sara Douglass.

Kits Make it Easy

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I used the Christmas Whimsy card kit to help create the stack of cards that went out in this week’s mail pick up. I really liked the images since they were seasonal and well, whimsical. Gotta have a little fun sometimes;) This kit was part of the Kits Collection offered in the online store. The Kits Collection designs won’t be featured in catalogs since they are only available while supplies last. As new kits are available, they are added to the online store. There is always a selection of kits to pick from.

The Sentimental Rose All Inclusive Kit is so pretty and versatile with the included stamp set. Seriously, you don’t want to miss this one!

What’s included in this kit…

A closer look at the included stamp set…

Another bonus is that all inclusive kits are gift ready. Just wrap, affix a bow and gift tag and done! Oh, except for the delivery part. Let Santa do that, lol! If you are ready to browse, zip to my online store through this link to see if there is a kit or 2 in stock that appeals to you.

I generally look for seasonal images and projects in a kit. What types of images and project types are you looking for in a kit? Add a comment below.

Super Awesome Stamper Shirley

Pretty Pillowbox Gift Box Kits in the Mail On Sale Now!

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Look at these Pretty Pillowboxes! They are converted from their smaller size to decorate a larger gift box so you can gift a little more in your package. Sooo cute! Gift boxes not your thing? Scroll to see a photo of the greeting cards you can make using the kit supplies.

One box features Woodlands Friends, shimmery, delicate, die cut snowflakes and new, soft touch ribbon. While the other box features the new spring catalog Heart and Home patterned paper showcasing bumblebees along with our bee trinkets, acrylic flower shapes, touches of lace and gold infused ribbon. Add a cinnamon cider doily too:)

Here is a photo of the supplies included in your kit…the pattern paper is die cut into the pillow box shape for you. Please note that the sentiments are not included since we can’t include stamped images in kits. In addition, order your kit quick because supplies are limited and will be swapped for other, equally as cute supplies as stock is depleted.

If greeting cards are what you are looking for, turn the kit contents into 4 greeting cards by adding your card bases to the kit supplies. I’ll have an assembly video to share with you to show how to do this.

EDIT: THIS KIT IS SOLD OUT!!! PLEASE CLICK ON KITS IN THE MAIL THROUGH MY BLOG MENU OR GRAPHIC SIDEBAR FOR THE LATEST KIT OFFERING, THANKS!

To complete the kits, I used the following items which can be ordered through my online store by clicking on the words.

Color and Contour stamp set

Pumpkin Pie stamp set

Soft Suede stamp set

Paper Snips

Stampin’ Dimensionals

Tombo liquid glue

If you are creating the 4 greeting cards, the card base colors I used are Cinnamon Cider, Pale Papaya, Fresh Freesia and Balmy Blue which can all be ordered through my online store but clicking the Shop Now button on the right side of my blog.

If you are looking to make your own Pillowbox Gift Boxes, you will need to order the Pretty Pillowbox Dies from my online store. Hurry, because they are on the Last Chance List which means once they are sold out, they are gone for good!

Thank You for stamping with me! I will email you a pdf idea file as a bonus thank you gift for ordering a kit from me. Super Sweet Deal!

Super Awesome Stamper Shirley

It’s Snack Time!

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This is what kept me going making the pile of cards I shared in the previoius mailbox post. The hand stamped greeting cards are now zipping through the postal system! I’ve got my St. Isidore’s cheddar from Inga @aroundthefarmtable, last of the season fall apple, pistachios, Utz pretzels and an almond flavored cupcake. A festive luncheon plate always makes me think about my Grandma hosting the ladies for afternoon card games and tea.

What are your favorite snacks while stamping? Add a comment below. Maybe we share some of the same favorites:) Or I’ll find new favorites from your suggestions. Yummo!

Super Awesome Stamper Shirley

#stisidoresfarmsteaddairy #aroundthefarmtable #snacktime

You’ve Got Mail!

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I love stuffing my mailbox with envelopes knowing they are going to cross the country and globe and land in my favorite persons’ mailboxes. Leave a guess as to how many envelopes I can fit in my mailbox in the comments section.

I’ll share how many went out in this mailing in a few days so people have a chance to leave some guesses. I’ll mail a greeting card to the person that guesses correctly or is the closest to the number. Good Luck Friends!

Super Awesome Stamper Shirley