I have a funny story to tell about a simple card that went on to big things.

Three years ago I shared some cards on my blog from a team swap.

One of them was this card by the lovely Debbie Hand.

Over the years I noticed  that a lot – and I mean A LOT – of visitors were coming to my blog to visit this card, mainly from Pinterest.

Many have emailed me about it. Most shared how much they liked the design. Some had CASEd it. Occasionally people asked how to make it. I even had an angry email (“why don’t you ladies give instructions!”). Yep, it’s an interesting life, isn’t it?

I sent many emails explaining how I believe, just by looking at it, that the card was made. But in the past week alone I’ve received another 5 emails about it! So, I’m here today to provide as much info as I can about this card.

Debbie and I have had a big chuckle about it too.

HOW DO YOU MAKE IT?
1. Create a standard card base, with the fold on the left side.

2. Using your paper trimmer, cut out a section from the card front.

3. Punch a semi-circle from the card front with a circle punch.

4. Embellish card front and add a flower to the inside so it peeks through the punched semi-circle opening.

Yep, it really is that easy!

FAQ

- The original card was created using the now-retired stamp sets Bird on a Branch (for the speckled image and also the sentiment) and Cottage Garden for the flower.

I hope this helps. Have fun recreating this cool card!

Cheers,

Oh my goodness, it has been far too long since I said hello here on the blog! Life has been so busy that I’ve only had time to post to the Facebook page.

Here are some projects I shared over there recently. [If you hang out on FB make sure you like the page so you don't miss anything!]

I know you’ll love Stampin’ Up!’s current * AMAZING * promotions! They’ve caused a stir, that’s for sure….

What are they?

1 – All orders over $400 will score you a bonus $60 in free product.

Add that to the usual $60 you get and that gives you (counting on fingers and toes here…) at least $120 in FREE PRODUCT. No kidding!

TIP: Don’t forget you can now order ONLINE anytime, in the comfort of your home. Just click here to get started, or contact me as usual and I’ll be happy to do it for you.

2 – Join Stampin’ Up! and get a bonus $60 in your starter kit.

If you’ve thought about joining Stampin’ Up! in the past but are still sitting on the fence, well now is the time to take that leap. Check out all the benefits of doing so here. Once you’ve joined you can enjoy all the perks… like ordering sneak peek products from the NEW catalogue from 31st of May. ** Squeal ** Aren’t we lucky!!!

*These promotions run until May 30th.

So why have I been away from my blog for so long?

I’ll be back *soon*  to explain all :)

Do you love crafting with a TRAVEL or POSTAGE THEME?

The new Limited Edition Sent With Love suite of products fits that bill perfectly.

Rubber stamps and patterned 12×12 papers feature images of planes, postage stamps, maps, arrows and more. They will all work together to create fabulous projects…. scrap pages, cards, journals, note paper and fun embellishments for your 3D projects.

Twelve sheets of patterned paper (Designer Series Paper, 2 each of the 6 double-sided pages), $18.95

Sent With Love stamp set, available as clear-mount only, $33.95

SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFER: 20% DISCOUNT

The bundle includes:

• Sent With Love STAMP SET, clear-mount
• pack of 12 sheets of patterned papers,
• PLUS coordinating pack of CALYPSO CORAL BAKER'S TWIN

$46.25 – this is a 20% saving off the retail value!

To order the bundle (or any items separately) contact me via email OR place the order yourself via my ONLINE STORE.

No matter how you order, you will always be eligible for the exclusive benefits offered to my valued customers!

Happy stamping,

Over the past month a few friends have been on my mind. You know the kind of thing – birthdays, exciting promotions, and 'thinking of you' reasons.

So often that happens and we get busy and life gets in the way. I don't always get around to letting them know I'm thinking of them.

Well, this month I did something about it. I made this tea bag pocket so we could have a 'virtual cuppa'! Not quite as good as catching up in person, but the next best thing.

Make your own!

1. Adhere Sycamore Street patterned paper to 12×12 Rich Razzleberry cardstock using the Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets (p177 Annual Stampin' Up! catalogue).
   These adhesive sheets are briliiant! Kind of like a 12×12 sheet of snail adhesive :)
2. Cut cardstock/DSP sandwich in half so you have two 6" x 12" panels. They can fit in the Big Shot now.
3. Cut out large tag using Two Tags Bigz Die.
4. Place a panel of Rich Razzleberry cardstock over the bottom half of large tag on Two Tags Bigz Die, and cut.
5. Stitch or adhere the pieces together to create a pocket. Pop a tea bag or treat inside.
6. Decorate as desired!

And here is one of the coordinating cards, based on a class I held recently…

Tea Shoppe stamp set, Sycamore Street DSP, buttons and ribbon (Sale-a-bration exclusive), bakers twine, Rich Razzleberry cardstock and ink.

The Sale-A-Bration party is winding down; FRIDAY 22nd MARCH is the last day to get your orders in or join up with the 25% larger starter kit. 

Don't miss out on the chance to earn FREE products from the 2013-2014 annual catalogue, or the exclusive 2013 Sale-a-bration items!

Need a reminder of how it works? Click here.

Happy stamping,

Snowflake Soiree stamp set and Window Frames Collection framelit dies: both carryover items and available in the current Seasonal Catalogue by Stampin' Up!. 

Don't worry, it's not Christmas already!

But I know I'm not the only who vowed that Christmas won't sneak up on me this year. So to inspire us to make a few festive cards each month I'll be posting a Christmas project on the 25th (or thereabouts) each month.

So who's with me?

Today's Christmas project is one I just HAD to share with you. It was made by a fabulous stamping friend, Jenny, who not only is a gorgeous lady but is extremely talented. It's such a treat to get one of her cards, and her last Christmas card actually took my breath away!

Catalogue tip: Did you know that the Snowflake Soiree is still available? It was in the Christmas seasonal catalogue, but you'll find it listed on p34 of the new Seasonal Catalogue as a carryover item. AUD$41.95  for clear mount. LOVE how it works so perfectly with the Window Frames Collection framelit dies for the Big Shot (also a carryover item, aren't we lucky?).

Happy stamping,

p.s. WordPress has a cool new feature: a LIKE button! If you don't have time to leave a comment, let me know you've visited by clicking it (it's just below, next to the star). That would be awesome. Blog subscriber? You might have to visit the web page to see it.

The Sycamore Street suite is a fun inclusion in this year's Sale-a-bration offering. This exclusive suite includes coordinating patterned paper, ribbons and buttons.

So bright and striking! 

Today's card shares are from last month's team swap. Enjoy!

Jessica Williams

Melissa Mulcahy

Jenny Stewart

Delani Smith

Nicole Clare

Coordinating colors are Island Indigo, Pool Party, Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry, Sahara Sand and a touch of Summer Starfruit.

You can choose one of the Sycamore Street products for FREE with every $100 purchase from any current Stampin' Up! catalogue. There are 19 different gifts to choose from in total, though, so choosing which one is definitely the hard part.

Tip: Did you know that with a $300 order you choose 3 FREE Gifts and as a bonus Stampin' Up! will throw in a pack of Silver Glimmer paper? Cool! As well as this, you still get the usual benefits of $50 worth of additional free products to choose!!!

But only during Sale-a-bration… and that finishes in just over a month! Contact me for more info. 

Happy stamping,