Speedy card making - even late at night.

I love being able to make a set of cards quickly and easily, and the latest tool from Stampin' Up! the Stamparatus is a great help when you want to turn out repeats of cards.

I was desperate to use this new stamp set (available to order from 5th September) after one of my team, Sam, created a great "make and take" at our team meeting last week.  The set is called 'Wishing You Well' and features a beautiful wreath, a floral bunch, flowers and a stunning bow. The four sentiments in the set give you a variety of uses too.

Here is the stamp set and my finished sample:

I used Pear Pizzazz ink for the floral section, with Highland Heather and Gorgeous Grape for the flowers, sentiment and bow. I also decorated the envelopes to match. Here are my finished stack of cards, I made these late at night (mainly because I fell asleep on the sofa earlier in the day), but with the Stamparatus it is so quick and easy to create multiple cards, as everything is set up once, and you just stamp, change the base card, and stamp again!

This style of stamp is called a DistINKtive (c) stamp, as it features the detail in the stamp to create the impression of depth of both the floral spray and the ribbon bow. I have found the darker the ink you use, the more stunning it becomes.  You will find these new style stamps in our current annual catalogue as well as our forthcoming Autumn/Winter catalogue.

The cards I have used are pre-scored and pre-cut and these are our Narrow Whisper White cards. You can buy them in a pack of 20 cards + 20 envelopes for just £7.50, The card size is 6.4cm x 11.4cm - perfect for little thank you cards. In fact, I shall be using these cards for my customers in August, as each person who orders through me receives a handmade card. They are on page 193 of the annual catalogue, photo below.

 I will share the Christmas Wreath version with you next week. Thanks for taking the time to visit us today. Hope to see you again soon. I will also upload a video version of how to make these cards. EMAIL ME if you would like to be sent the direct link.

 

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June classes - get MUCH more out of your stamps

I am so pleased that our brand new Stamparatus (stamp positioning tool and MUCH more) is now available to purchase. I know this will be a life saver, especially for those with dexterity issues, or those that struggle with clear, crisp stamping.

Just some of the benefits of using our Stamparatus:

• Less waste of cards and ink
• Better quality of stamped images 
• Easy repeat stamping for multiple cards.  Makes batch cards much quicker.
• NEW techniques, including mirror and wreath stamping

All this means you will get SO MUCH MORE out of existing stamp sets, as you will see them in a different light altogether. 

Click here or on the photo below for a basic video from Stampin' Up! on the Stamparatus

 So, onto our June classes. 

We will be featuring the Stamparatus and there will be plenty of Hints and Tips for you during the class, including some techniques you may not have even thought of. You will have plenty of hands-on time. Here are our 3 samples:

There are 3 techniques included on the above cards: (L to R) Easy mirror stamping, Wreath stamping, and Hinge/ Step stamping. I have a wide choice of stamps you can use, so you can either follow my samples or be adventurous and design your own! Everyone that attended last week really enjoyed the class and learning some new techniques.

Here are the cards in more detail:

Here is an example of Stamping in the round, also known as wreath stamping. Layer up your stamps (3 in this case), stamp once and then turn your card round (using a template (supplied at class) and stamp again... repeat all round your card.  Add a sentiment and you are good to go. Build as many layers as you wish. Use ink pads or marker pens.  

 

In this sample we are showing hinge step stamping. Stamp your image on the left hand side, then lift and move the plate over by 1 step to the right. Re-ink and stamp.... move and repeat.

Mirror stamping of images is a breeze..... stamp once on to your card, and then stamp onto one of our silicone mats, then place your card on top, face down.  You can mirror left-right or top-bottom.  I LOVE these cute animal images - view the stamp set here.

These are just a few of the techniques, and I will cover more of them in class, so you can experiment when you get home.

Remaining Class dates:
Saturday June 23rd Stacey Bushes 10-12pm
Tuesday June 26th Brackley (Evenley) 1-3pm (limited)
Tuesday June 26th Brackley (Evenley) 7-9pm

To get the best out of the class, bring your own Stamparatus if you have one already, or you can order one NOW (£46) and get your class for free. For this option, click on the PAY button below.


OR, you can just join us at class. EMAIL me to book your space.

I look forward to crafting with you soon.

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Get ready - BRAND NEW product to help your stamping

Stampin' Up! will be celebrating their 30th anniversary in the USA, and the 10th anniversary in the UK. What a better way to celebrate than to launch a brand new product which is all about stamping?

Let me introduce you to the STAMPARATUS.

      If you.......

• Ever had problem getting a crisp, clean image every time
• Like to use background stamps, but can't hold them
• Want to do multiple stamped images in the minimum time
• Like to do 2 or 3 step stamping but hate lining up
• Don't have enough blocks available

 THEN THIS product is for you.

 Have a look at this video for more details, or click on the image above.

• Compatible with Stampin’ Up!’s red rubber and photopolymer stamp
• Foam mat to use with photopolymer stamps
• Rulers and gridlines for quick measuring
• 2 open sides so you can stamp on larger paper
• 2 reversible plates: a total of 4 surfaces to work with
• 2 strong bar magnets to hold the paper in place
• Magnet storage areas
• £44.00

The Stamparatus will be available through a pre-order/reservation system. So make sure you reserve yours as soon as possible. I will send out links for direct ordering as soon as it is available. Here are the three reservation windows:

 Want to make sure you can be the first to reserve? EMAIL me to get the link first.
 

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