The most Luscious Paper!

 

 

I have to admit that I haven't fallen in love with a set of Designer Series Papers for a while now.  And, I'll admit, that pink tones are not the ones I am usually  drawn towards.  BUT - this paper, which is coming in the new Occasions Catalogue is absolutely luscious!  For one, as an artist, it has brush strokes.  And, for another, there are strokes of gold running through it!!!!!!!

I'm sorry you have to wait until January to order it, but I will be giving more peaks of it between now and then!

Remember - patience is a virtue.

Have a great day.

If you'd like to create this card with other DSP of your own - until the Occasions Catalogue comes out - or in preparation for when it comes out, you will need the following:   (Remember all the images are linked directly to their page on my website.)

All Things Thanks Stamp Set  143097

Rich Razzleberry Cardstock  115316/ Ink126950

Painted with Love Specialty Paper

 

Gold Foil Sheets  132622

Snail Adhesive 104332

Decorative Ribbon Punch 143721

Heat Tool   129053

Whisper White Embossing Powder 109132

Embossing Buddy 103083

Today's an Exciting Day!

 

Both my husband and I did not have to DO any Christmas concerts this year.  I retired as a music teacher in the spring of this year, and Greg had been a band teacher for over 30 years.  He is currently in the position of President of the Alberta Teacher's Association - so no concerts for him either.

However,  we do get to attend our grandson's FIRST Christmas concert.  I can't wait for all the cuteness of a Kindergarten performance - especially when they will be singing about wanting slippers for Christmas.  It's gonna make our day!

 
Now that I'm no longer focused on Christmas cards I can play with the new stuff that is coming up, but ALSO - play with products that I haven't even touched yet.

I like this floral image from "Floral Phrases" and the "Floral Thinlits" are so pretty.  I will be playing around with them a bit more.  I should point out that I modified the saying for this card.  The stamp actually reads, "A Special Note of Thanks to you.  I masked off the last two words with tape before inking the stamp and then removed that tape BEFORE stamping it on the card.   This is also the first time that I've used the Night of Navy Gingham Ribbon!  I have a soft spot for gingham ribbon - not fabric, just ribbon.  Not sure why.

Anyway, there you have it for today. 

Enjoy the Holiday Season with all it's little wonders.

Have a great day,

Joan

If you would like to make this card for yourself, here are the products you will need:

Night of Navy Cardstock 100687  Ink 126970

Whisper White Cardstock 100730

Floral Blessings Stamp Set 141767

Detailed Floral Thinlits  141482

Night Of Navy Gingham Ribbon 141232

Mini Glue Dots 103683

Snail 104332

New Toys to play with!

I received my pre-order box of goodies last week - products that are going to be available in the New Year in the Occasions Catalogue.  (one of the perks of being a demonstrator - preorders & sneek peeks!)

I always love those sets that have images which allow you to create your own background paper.  There are a couple of images in this "Lovely Wishes" set that allow you to do that.  I also created this card twice because this one floral image can be worked a number of ways.

I couldn't decide which flower "petals" were to be used with the outline image, so where the ink didn't quite cover the flower I used a blending pen to colour it in  - voila - all good.

 

If you are wanting to create these cards for yourself the products are shown below.  Remember, the "Lovely Wishes" stamp set is not available until January 3, 2018. The biggest time of the Stampin'Up! year - the NEW Occasions Catalogue and SALE-A-BRATIONS!!!!!

Hope all your Christmas planning is falling into place.

Thanks for stopping by.

Joan

Lovely Wishes Stamp Set 145924 Occasions Catalogue 2018

Peekaboo Peach Cardstock 141417/ Ink 141398

Berry Burst Cardstock 144243 / Ink 144083

Whisper White Cardstock 100730

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink 132708

Wild Wasabi Ink 126959

Blender Pens 102845

Silver Metallic Thread 138402

Tear and Tape Adhesive 138995

Snail Adhesive  104332

Whisper White Medium Envelopes  107301

Tessellating Punch Card

 

I was blog hopping this morning and came across a card by Lyssa Griffin Zwolanek (Song of My Heart Stampers) where she used the Everyday Labels punch and fit them all together like puzzle pieces.  Or, for the math geeks - tessellated.  Since this punch is being carried over until May 31, I decided to create a couple of cards using her idea, but with other images from the "Labels of Love" stamp set - which is also available until May 31.  

I used my Stamp-a-ma-jig to get the two stamps lined up nicely.  But I'm sure in the future I'll be using the Stamparatus once it's available.

I used Berry Burst for the "Celebrate a Wonderful Year" card.  It took nine punched images, some which where cut in half and adhered them to a white piece of cardstock measuring 4 x 5.25 inches.  A Metallic Edged Ribbon bow was added and some Rhinestones.

For the "Love" card, I used Cherry Cobbler and distressed around the edges just to make it a bit different.  The centre tag is raised with dimensionals with the ribbon passing underneath; and a heart and rhinestone finishing it off.

If you would like to recreate these cards at home, the products are shown below, each linked to my on-line store for easy access.

Thank you for supporting JJ Creations 

Have a Great Day

Joan

Berry Burst Cardstock 144243/ Ink 144083

Cherry Cobbler Cardstock 119685/ Ink 126966

Whisper White Cardstock 100730

Labels of Love Stamp Set Clearmount 144967

Everyday Label Punch 144668

Stamp-a-ma-jig  101049

Metallic-Edge Ribbon  Silver 144213

Rhinestone Basic Jewels 144220

Sweet & Sassy Framelits  141707

Dimensionals  104430

Shop the Newly Loaded Clearance Rack

The clearance rack has been updated with new AWESOME products! Lots of Big Shot framelits and embossing folders, card stock, ribbons and more! This is the best time to shop and pick up some. Prices are up to 70% off.

SHOP HERE
and you can use the Hostess Code:    XC94X3B2

If you have any problems with ordering, you can send me an email as well:

j-jeffery@live.com

Stock up on any of your last minute Christmas Card supplies , or look for gifts that you can pick up for the crafty people in your life.!

Merry Christmas

Joan

December Paper Pumpkin

 

I received my December Paper Pumpkin on Thursday and put it together today.  I just love these cards.  Everything was already die-cut and there were a variety of sentiments to choose from as well as some additional images.

If I were designing a card, I would never think to put Berry Burst, Peekaboo Peach and Calypso Coral together - but I love how they look on the little note card.  So I'll be using that combo again on one of my own creations.

If you'd like to start getting the Paper Pumpkin kits for yourself or as a gift, check out the page on my website  HERE.  In order to receive January's kit, you have to have registered by January 10.

You can also check out this previous post to get a bit more information.

Thanks for stopping by,

Have a great day,

Joan

Shop and Save in December

DON’T MISS these great ways to shop and save on Stampin’ Up! in December:

• Year-End Sales Event!  Dec. 1 – Jan. 2:  Special deals on select retiring and surplus items while supplies last.
• Reserve a Stamparatus on Dec. 5 – 30.  See the December 10 posting to find out more about the “Cadillac” of stamp placement tools. 
• BECOME A COLORING ARTIST:  Stampin’ Blends Markers available NOW.
• The Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalog!  View it on-line.
• Spend $200 or more and earn FREE products.  Get the scoop on Stampin’ Rewards.
• Spend $75 or more and earn the Metal Rimmed Pearls for FREE.
• Bundle up and save 10% on these Stampin’ Up! Holiday Bundles.
• A creative time saver! See chart below  - Developed by Mary Fish.

Paper Pumpkin Stockings

 

I finished making up these darling little stockings that were in the Paper Pumpkin in November.  I have to figure out what to do with them, now that I'm not teaching.  There are ten of them, so I was thinking of filling them with a candy cane, or something a bit more substantial and handing them out to the FedEx/UPS/Mail people during these next couple weeks.  They are being kept extremely busy these days with so many on-line orders.  Or I may fill them and keep them in my car to give to sales people who are sometimes in need of a little pick-up at this busy time of year.

I should be receiving the December Pumpkin any day now, and I can't wait to see what's inside.  Will it be Christmas related, or New Years, or something completely different.

Don't forget NOW is a perfect time to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin as a gift for someone for Christmas, for any of the timelines shown below.

1-Month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription - Price: $27.00

3-Month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription - Price: $79.00

6-Month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription - Price: $154.00

One year Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription - Price: $295.00

 

You have until January 10, 2018 to subscribe for the January Pumpkin.

 

Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit program by Stampin’ Up! Each month a fully designed project kit arrives at your door filled with stamps, ink, and paper—everything cut and ready to go, so you can skip to the fun. You'll enjoy fun projects like cards, gift packaging, home décor, and more.

 

Simply shop for the Paper Pumpkin HERE on my Website and click through the prompts.

Happy Stamping and thanks for stopping by.

Joan

 

Just Breathe.......

 

Keep remembering that, as you prepare for the holiday season. It's the time of year when we are the busiest with shopping, planning and creating. So remember, to take time for yourself, breathe, and enjoy some down time. I've had many stampers leave after a workshop saying that they had fun, they needed the time out of the house, and they were happy to have created something.

Date: December 22, 2017

Times: 6:00-8:00pm

Place: 9505 - 86 Street

Cost:$10.00

Create: 3 cards with co-ordinating envelopes.

Bring along a friend who has not stamped with me before and I will have a gift for both of you!

Please RSVP by Dec 19 !!!

RSVP for Evening Class HERE 

Remember to Breathe Deep,  find gratitude in the little things of the day and I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas. 

Joan

Monday, December 11 receive free shipping on all Stampin’ Up! orders. 

One last exciting offer before the holidays! We are offering free shipping for 24 hours only. 

Click on the picture above to connect to the product selection at my on-line store.
Anyone using the Host Code 7BNPACCB will have a chance to win a package of shiny goodies.  Club members will have their names put in twice.

Happy Shopping!

Joan