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Round Or Square? Mojo 154

Just two more days until the Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog goes live!  Today's post promises to tempt you with oodles of Holiday Mini sneak peeks!  Watch for the NEW PRODUCT ALERTS!

COMING UP TOMORROW:  This week's Tuesday Tutorial will include a video with tips to add a little extra oomph to your Holiday Mini Catalog stamping and paper projects.

 

I couldn't choose between the two Mojo Monday sketch options (MOJO154) created by Julee Tilman so I opted to play with both.  Please leave me a comment at the end of this post if you enjoy them!

ROUND CARD (approx. 4 1/2" in diameter)

Click here for a tutorial on making a round card using the Big Shot and the Scallop Circle Bigz Die

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIP:  Using Stampin' Up! Basic Jewels Rhinestones, I added instant bling to the ornaments and big button.

Stamp Set:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  A Cute Christmas (WM 120825, CM 121133, available 9/1)
Paper:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Candy Cane Specialty Designer Series Paper (120809, available 9/1), Baja Breeze (111352), Real Red (102482), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Real Red (103133), VersaMark Pad (102283)
Cool Tools:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Scallop Squares Duo Bigz Die (120903, available 9/1), Scallop Circle Bigz Die (113468), Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), Circle Scissor Plus (112530), Glass Mat (112531), 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch Extra Large (118874), Modern Label Punch Extra Large (119849), 1 3/8" x 5/8" Oval Punch Large (119863), Heat Tool (100005)
The Perfect Touch:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Candy Cane Big Designer Buttons (121718, available 9/1), Basic Jewels Rhinestones (119246), White Embossing Powder (109132), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

SQUARE CARD (approx. 4 1/4" Square)

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIP:  I used a VersaMarker to isolate just two trees from the "A Cute Christmas" stamp.  Heat Embossing with White Embossing Powder added a crisp finish. 

 Stamp Set:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  A Cute Christmas (WM 120825, CM 121133), NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Bright Christmas (WM 121678, CM 121318, available 9/1)
Paper:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Candy Cane Specialty Designer Series Paper (120809, available 9/1)
Ink:  Real Red (103133), VersaMarker (100901)
Cool Tools: NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Scallop Squares Duo Bigz Die (120903, available 9/1),  Scallop Square Bigz Clear Die (115950), Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  2 1/2" Circle Extra Large Punch (120906, available 9/1), Heat Tool (100005)
The Perfect Touch:  NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  In Color Glimmer Brads (121005, available 9/1), White Embossing Powder (109132), Whisper White 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (119262), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

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Itty Bitty Mojo Magic

Little Stampin' Up! punches can translate card stock into a great, big WOW!  The punched hearts, flowers and circles combine to produce their own patterns.  And, ooh la la . . . the Basic Jewels Pearls (hooray for these new stick-ons) are nothing short of exquisite.

Notice anything different about this week's Mojo Monday Sketch (MOJO153)?  I contributed the sketch design and am doing the happy dance in anticipation of seeing the direction you take it! 

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Squares popped out using the Stampin' Up! 1 1/4" Square Punch layer perfectly over the Scallop Square Punch.  I adhered them with Stampin' Dimensionals for a little 3-D action.
• Have you ever laid eyes on a more glorious "U?"  The Broadsheet Alphabet stamp set promises to give delightful character to every letter of the alphabet.  There's a coordinating accent set to make it even more versatile.  Broadsheet Accents sold separately.
• NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Is it time for the Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog yet?  Well, it will be on Sept. 1 along with the opportunity to purchase the Candy Cane Big Designer Buttons collection.  Colors include Blushing Bride (used on my card), Garden Green, Baja Breeze and Real Red.

Like what you see?  Please leave me a comment below.  I enjoy reading your feedback!

STILL TIME TO PLAY AT THE PPA!   Does your inspiration need a nudge?  Check out our latest Pals Paper Arts challenge and release your inner artist!  Deadline  is Tuesday, August 24 at Noon CST. Click for details.

ORGANIZE YOUR STAMPING SPACE!  Stay tuned for my Tuesday Tutorial Video and tips to "tame" your card stock and more.

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Stamp Sets:  Fabulous Phrases (WM 117002, CM 120501), Broadsheet Alphabet (WM 118724, CM 120585), Confetti (WM 116960, CM 120465)
Paper:  In Color Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (117158), Rose Red (102544), Blushing Bride (119796), Very Vanilla (101650)
Ink:  Basic Black (101179), Rose Red (101778)
Cool Tools:  Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309), (Heart Punch Small (117193), Scallop Square Punch (119884), 1 1/4" Square Punch (119865)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Jewels Pearls (119247), Mini Library Clips (109857), Candy Cane Big Designer Buttons (121718, available 9/1), Linen Thread (104199), Pear Pizzazz 1/2" Stitched Poly Ribbon (119265)

*CLICK STAMP IMAGE TO ENLARGE.

Mojo 151 and Sneak Peek Day 4

Welcome to another Holiday Mini Catalog Sneak Peek PLUS my design team card for this week's Mojo Monday Sketch (MOJO151).  Think Fall and you'll "fall" in love with the soon to be released Autumn Spice Specialty Designer Series Paper.  It will be available for purchase when the Holiday Mini Catalog goes live on September 1!

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  The Autumn Spice Specialty Designer Series Paper  (available 9/1) will dazzle you with pretty patterns in shades of Cajun Craze, Old Olive, More Mustard and Early Espresso.  This textured, heavy-weight card stock (hence the label "specialty") is fabulous for 3-D projects!
• The Stampin' Up! Color Spritzer Tool has finally made it to my personal tool box.  I never purchased it, harboring the fear that it would be too messy and would rarely see daylight.  Not the case at all.  Choose any Stampin' Write Marker and get spritzing!
• Stampin' Up! Sponge Daubers were used to add a vintage finish to the edge layers in Early Espresso Ink and VersaMark (the artichoke layer).  Even the envelope flap gets in on the action.
• NEW PRODUCT ALERT!  Add instant "glam" with the new Glimmer Brads in oodles of colors.  No mess either--can you tell I'm a "neatnik" about my stamping space?  Available in the Holiday Mini Catalog 9/1.
• Click to see all my Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog Sneak Peeks!  Bookmark the link and watch it grow with all my posts using products from the Holiday Mini. 

Like today's project or have a question?  Please leave me a comment below!

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NEW COLOR KITS!  I used many of the yummy new Stampin' Up! Colors today.  Supplement your color collections with these handy NEW Retrofit Color Kits!

COMING UP TOMORROW!  The Stampin' Pretty Pals will be strutting their stuff in 3-D for tomorrow's Pals Blog Hop.  Be sure to return for my blog hop post and AND MORE sneak peeks.  Then start hopping to see what the rest of the Pals created.

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Stamp Set:  Homegrown (Wood Mount 116986, Clear Mount 120486)
Paper:  Autumn Spice Specialty Designer Series Paper (120808, available 9/1), More Mustard (100946), Cajun Craze (119684), Early Espresso (119686)
Ink:  Old Olive (102277), Cajun Craze (119671), Early Espresso (119670), VersaMark Ink Pad (102283), Early Espresso Stampin' Write Marker (119680)
Cool Tools:  Stampin' Up! Color Spritzer Tool (107066), 1 3/4" x 7/8" Oval Punch Large (119855), 1/2" Circle Punch Small (119869), Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch (119275), Sponge Daubers (102891)
The Perfect Touch:  Early Espresso 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (119959), Glimmer Brad Basics (121003, available 9/1), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Crumb Cake Medium Envelope, Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper (available 9/1), 3/16" Corner Punch Small (119871)

Have a Seat for Mojo Monday

"Have a Seat" and get ready to be inspired by today's Mojo Monday sketch by Julee Tilman (MOJO150).

 

I loved the pillow in the Crate and Barrel ad below (sometimes it's the little things) and wanted to duplicate the colors.

I used the Stampin' Up! Color coach to narrow the field on what colors most closely mirrored the yummy pillow.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• The sweet little seat is one of four chair stamps in the new Stampin' Up! stamp set appropriately called--Have a Seat.  
• Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder is an absolute treasure for a big splash of texture.  I popped Cajun Craze card stock in the folder and zipped it thru my Big Shot.  Trés chic!
• A touch of Linen Thread dresses up the button holes and helps hang my "welcome" sign.
• I'm lovin' the new 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon.  I used Pumpkin Pie . . . the contrasting edges are so "dishy!"

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Stamp Sets:  Have a Seat (Wood Mount 116696, Clear Mount 120447, Fabulous Phrases (Wood Mount 117002, Clear Mount 120501)
Paper:  Cajun Craze (119684), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Elegant Eggplant (105126), Very Vanilla, (101650), Elegant Eggplant/Regals Patterns Designer Series Paper (117154)
Ink:  Elegant Eggplant
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (119277), 1 3/4" Extra Large Circle Punch (119850), 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch Extra Large (118874), 3/16" Corner Small Punch (119871), Scallop Edge Border Punch (119882), 1 3/8" x 5/8" Large Oval Punch (119863), Crop-A-Dile (108362)
The Perfect Touch:  Pumpkin Pie 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (119253), Linen Thread (104199), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Metallic Eyelets (105319), Brights (119747) and Regals (119744) Designer Buttons

Other:  Color Coach (121620)

A Little Halloween Mojo

What a sweetie!  I love this bewitching little cutie sittin' pretty on a pumpkin.  I even kept my New Year's resolution to attempt water coloring this year.  OK, it's July . . . but it's still 2010, right?  

So which water coloring method did I use?  I tried several (and my trash bin contains proof that they weren't all a good fit--LOL).  However,  I settled on using my Stampin' Up! Stampin' Write Markers and an Aqua Painter to bring my little witch to life.  Here's a tutorial from Splitcoaststampers with details on How to Use Stampin' Up! Markers to Watercolor.

Check out Julee Tilman's latest Mojo Monday Round or Square Sketch (MOJO149).

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• BIG TIP:  Allow neighboring colors to dry before water coloring "next door."  You can always use a heat tool (100005) to speed the drying process.
• Note the shadowing on the left side of the witch and pumpkin to add depth and enhance the watercolor effect.  That's a touch of Sahara Sand . . . a tip I learned from my Stampin' Pretty Pals Ann Schach and Melissa Young.
• This card is 5 1/4" square.  It fits "juuuuuust right, Goldilocks"  inside a Stampin' Up! Medium Square Envelope (107289).
• Gotta love the touch of bling the Stampin' Up! stick-on Jewels Basic Rhinestones provide.
• I sponged VersaMark on the edges of the card base using a Sponge Dauber.  Start OFF the card (with scratch paper below your project) and work toward and onto the card edges in a circular motion.

Like this card?  Please leave me a comment below!

THANK YOU!!  To my customers, readers and fellow demonstrators, thank you for your kind comments and inspiration to create.  You are such a big part of my recent honor at the convention of reaching #6 Stampin' Up! Demonstrator of the Year.  I'll be sharing more details soon!

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Stamp Sets:  Greeting Card Kids (Wood Mount 119887, Clear Mount 120633), Teeny Tiny Wishes (115370), Punch Potpourri (Hostess Level 1: Wood Mount 118394, Clear Mount 120124)
Paper:  Island Oasis Designer Series (117173), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Old Olive (100702), Rich Razzleberry (115316), Watercolor Paper (105019)
Ink:  Jet Black Stazon (101406), Stampin' Write Markers:  Pumpkin Pie (100076), Peach Parfait (Assorted In Colors, 119801), More Mustard (100076), Rich Razzleberry (120970), Old Olive (100079), Sahara Sand (105105), VersaMark Pad (102283)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), Scallop Square Bigz Clear Die (115950), Scallop Trim Punch (118402), Boho Blossoms Punch (119858), Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border (119275), Aqua Painter (103954), Sponge Daubers (102892)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Rhinestone Jewels (119246), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Things Go Better With Coke

Inspiration is everywhere and sometimes where you least expect it.  My daughter and I recently flew to northern WI for a "Women in the Woods" retreat for the women in my family.  The Coca Cola napkin (below) was delivered by the flight attendant with my apple juice and generous bag of 10 peanuts (LOL). 

The colors (including the new In Color Poppy Parade--the bright, clear red I was hoping for) and clean graphic style were translated into today's Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge (MOJO148).

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Bling, bling . . . . the new Rhinestone Jewels from Stampin' Up! add a sparkling accent.  There's good reason that they made My Gotta Have It List for new catalog products.
• Isn't that patterned butterfly hip?  It's from Butterfly Prints (also in the new catalog) and coordinates perfectly with the Stampin' Up! Butterfly Punch.
• Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder splashes up the Whisper White squares.  What is it about embossed white that looks so smashing?
• Card size 4 1/4" x 5 1/2".  Circles (largest to smallest) in diameter:  4", 3 3/4", 2 1/2", 2 1/4".  I love how the Circle Scissor Plus gives me the freedom to create the exact size I need.  Here are helpful tips on using the Circle Scissor Plus.

STAY TUNED ALL WEEK for more inspiration samples using products from the new catalog.  I'm having a total lovefest creating with them!  Here's the link to all my samples featuring cool, stuff from the Stampin' Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog!

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Stamp Set:  Butterfly Prints (Wood-Mount 121049, Clear-Mount 120738)
Paper:  Sunny Garden Designer Series (119831), Whisper White (100730), Basic Gray (121044)
Ink:  Poppy Parade (119782), Stampin' Write Markers:  Poppy Parade (Assorted In Colors, 119801), Basic Gray (120966)
Cool Tools:  Butterfly Punch Extra Large (119848), 1 1/4" Square Large Punch (119865), 1 3/8" Square Extra Large Punch (119877), Circle Scissor Plus (112530), Glass Mat (112531), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (119277)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Rhinestone Jewels (119246), Poppy Parade 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon (119263)

Mojo Monday Takes Flight

The Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge (MOJO147) earns its wings this week.  I used the Flight of the Butterfly stamp set to unite the half circle and little square elements of Julee Tilman's latest layout. 

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• A skinny snippet of Pumpkin Pie card stock looks like a faux stitch (perfectly matched) on the button.
• Take your square punches to a new level. The 3/16" Corner Punch crops opposing corners to give the square a fresh, modern look.
• The perfect flag?  Fold your ribbon in half and cut on an angle (from outside angled in to the fold) to get even points.
• Experiment with color.  I used my new Stampin' Up! Color Coach (121620, p. 165) to quickly come up with this bold combination.  Isn't it great to have River Rock back?

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Stamp Set:  Flight of the Butterfly (111564)
Paper:  Soft Suede Textured Card Stock (Assorted Neutrals, 121078), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Real Red (102483), River Rock (108640)
Ink:  Soft Suede (115657), Real Red (102482)
Cool Tools:  Butterfly Punch (119848), 1 1/4" Square Punch (119865), 3/16" Corner Punch (119871), Four Petal and Circle Shapes from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309), Circle Scissor Plus (112530), Glass Mat (112531)
The Perfect Touch:  Real Red 1/2" Grosgrain Ribbon (109052), Brights Designer Series Buttons (119747), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Simply Said "Let's Mojo!"

It's a delight sharing the new Stampin' Up! products with you on my Stampin' Pretty blog.  However, I have a few old favorite stamp sets and Simply Said (still current) was calling out to me this past weekend.  Things fell right into place when combining these stamps with this week's Mojo Monday Sketch (MOJO146) by Julee Tilman.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Don't they look like sweet little balloons?  I covered each of the flowers on the Simply Said dotted stem image with a circle cropped by my Itty Bitty Shapes Circle Punch (Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack of 3). 
• Using a snippet of the Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (in the Tempting Turquoise Polka Dot pattern) among the "balloons" pulls together the matching pattern on the left.
• Soft butterfly impressions.  I used VersaMark to ink up my butterfly (Hostess Level 2 Punched Posies) for a soft and pretty finish.  I love how the Punched Posies set works with Stampin' Up! Punches--in this case the Butterfly Punch.
• I knew the top right corner needed a little something but felt brads might be too busy with the "balloons."  I opted for a bit of tone on tone texture using Rose Red card stock and the Elegant Bouquet Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

I love hearing from you :)  Please leave me your comments and questions below!

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COMING SOON!  My "Gotta Have It" list for the new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog!  Click here to order your copy of the catalog or download it instantly!

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Stamp  Sets:  Simply Said (115066), Punched Posies (Summer Mini Hostess Level 2, Wood Mount 118535, Clear Mount 120030)
Paper:  Island Oasis Designer Series (Summer Mini, 117173), Rose Red (102544), Old Olive (100702), Tempting Turquoise (102067), Whisper White (100730), So Saffron (105118)
Ink:  Old Olive (102277), VersaMark (102283)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Elegant Bouquet Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Sizzlits Originals Ovals Die (114525), Butterfly Punch Extra Large (119848), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309)
The Perfect Touch:  Bitty Buttons (118761), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Mojo Monday 145

Ready to start your Mojo machine?  It's time for another Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge (MOJO145) and today's two fabulous options are sure to inspire you!

• My finished card measures 5 1/4 x 5 1/4". 
• Greenhouse Gala Designer Series paper will be available in the new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog on July 1.  Need a copy? I got 'em!  Click here for details.
• Greenhouse Gala's bold and classy floral designs are offered in Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Chocolate Chip, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie and Baja Breeze.
• The sweet Pumpkin Pie polka dot pattern is from Island Oasis Designer Series (Summer Mini Catalog).
• The touch of ribbon (a sneak peek of Daffodil Delight 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon) turns the square element into a birthday present!  The square Daffodil layer measures 2 3/4".
• I adore the polished look of adding matching designer series paper to the envelope.  To learn how easy lining an envelope can be, click for my tutorial on lining an envelope.

WE'RE DOWN TO THE WIRE! 

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Stamp Set;  Watercolor Trio (Summer Mini Catalog:  Wood Mount 117050, Clear Mount 120084)
Paper:  Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (Summer Mini Catalog, 117173), Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper (117167)*, Pear Pizzazz (119295)*, Daffodil Delight (119683)*, Pumpkin Pie (105117), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Pumpkin Pie (105216)
Cool Tools:  2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch (118874)*, 1 3/4" Circle Punch (112004), Extra Large Two Step Bird Punch (117191)
The Perfect Touch:  Daffodil Delight 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (119254)*, Sherbet Designer Buttons (116312)

Whisper White Medium Square Envelope (107289)

***Items marked with an asterisk (*) will be available on July 1 with the release of the new Stampin' Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.

Mojo Monday Silhouettes

Welcome to Mojo Monday!  Julee Tilman's Mojo Sketch (MOJO144) lends itself nicely to the Watercolor Trio images from the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini Catalog.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Don't miss the sneak peeks!  New in the 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog (and available July 1) will be the beautiful Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper and Vintage Wallpaper Textured Embossing Folder (well-defined patterns and a real "wow" with the Very Vanilla card stock).
• Also in the new catalog line-up will be this sunny Daffodil Delight card stock, part of the Stampin' Up! Color Renovation.
• I like the depth of Jet Black Stazon ink.  It really makes the stamped silhouettes crisp.
• A touch of matching Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper jazzes up the Very Vanilla Medium Envelope (107300) flap.  Here's my video on this simple technique.

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Stamp Set:  Watercolor Trio (Summer Mini Catalog: Wood Mount 117050 or Clear Mount 120084)
Paper:  Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper (117167)*, Daffodil Delight (119683)*, Basic Black (102851), Very Vanilla (101650)
Ink:  Jet Black Stazon (101406)
Cool Tools:  Vintage Wallpaper Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (120175)*, Large Oval Punch (107305), Scallop Oval Punch (114889), Curly Label Punch (112208), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Black 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon (115605), Black Brads (Vintage Brads, 109109), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Products with an asterisk (*) will be available after July 1, in the new Stampin' Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog.

Sneak Peek Day 3: Mojo and Crumb Cake

How about starting your Monday with a little Mojo and Crumb Cake?  Deliciously kick start your paper crafting project with Julee Tilman's latest Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO143).  And Crumb Cake?  That's the new Stampin' Up! name for their Kraft card stock.  Crumb Cake is part of the core color line up changes and available July 1 in ink, a Stampin' Write Marker and more. 

Click here for complete details on the Stampin' Up! Color Renovation.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• This week's Mojo Monday sketch offers three skinny panels (I took the liberty of making them longer) that were perfect for highlighting this modern stem from Apple Blossoms, a new Level 2 Hostess Set and Sneak Peek from the Stampin' Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog (available July 1).
• I received quick color inspiration for today's card from the new Color Coach, a fan style tool that holds all the Stampin' Up! colors in sturdy swatches.  It will be available for purchase after July 1 and is currently available as part of the $99 Mini Starter Kit Promotion.
• Stamping the Old Olive flower and layering the "just a little note" sentiment on top (both are from Apple Blossoms), adds extra interest.
• NEW PRODUCT ALERT:  The following Stampin' Up! products used in this post are sneak peeks and available July 1:  Apple Blossoms (Hostess Level 2), Daffodil Delight Card Stock and Ink, (don't miss) 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch. 

Last Chance Retiring Stamp List

LATEST UPDATES!!!  Last Chance Retiring Accessories List (with discounts on select items).

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Stamp Sets:  Apple Blossoms (Hostess Level 2, Available 7/1:  Wood-Mount 120394, Clear-Mount 120139)
Paper:  Basic Black Textured Card Stock (Assorted Neutrals, 1088693), Whisper White (100730), Daffodil Delight (119693), Crumb Cake (120953)
Ink:  Jet Black Stazon (101406), Daffodil Delight (119683), Old Olive (100730)
Cool Tools:  2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch (118874), 1 3/4" Circle Punch (119850)
The Perfect Touch:  Vintage Brads (Black, 109109), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Mojo Monday 142

Let's make some Mojo Monday magic (MOJO142).  I love having a sketch to kick start my card designs.  Julee Tilman's sketch this week (below) delivers, as usual. 

17 CHANCES TO WIN!  Be sure to stop back tomorrow (June 8) for the Pals Fond Farewell Blog Hop and Blog Candy Blowout.  Seventeen blogs showcasing the Stampin' Up! Retiring Colors will each offer a chance to win blog candy!

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• The Eyelet Border Punch adds pizzazz to both the card and allows me to coordinate the Whisper White Envelope.
• The envelope flap was trimmed to create a straight edge before adding the border trim.  You'll need a to add good adhesive when you are ready to seal.  I recommend either Sticky Strip (104294) or our 2-Way Glue Pen (100425)
• I tuck a Mini Glue Dot on the inside of the Library Clip (Clips Assortment, 112580) to keep the grosgrain knot in place.

LAST CHANCE STAMPS AND ACCESSORIES!  

Last Chance on Stampin' Up! Stamps

Updated Last Chance Accessories List*

****Stampin' Up! retiring products used on today's card are Cameo Coral Card Stock, Pink Flamingo Designer Series Paper and Vintage Brads.  Product numbers are in the recipe below.  Be sure to bookmark the Updated Last Chance Accessories Link for the latest status on sold out retiring accessories. 

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Stamp Sets:  Favorite Thoughts (Summer Mini Catalog: Wood-Mount 116968, Clear-Mount 120048), Tiny Tags (Wood-Mount 118091, Clear-Mount 118592), Circle Circus (115778)
Paper:  Pink Flamingo Designer Series Paper (113976), Real Red (102482), Basic Black (102851), Cameo Coral Card Stock (100475), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Jet Black Stazon (101406)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Daisies #2 Flower Bigz Die (114520), 1" Circle Punch (109046), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217), Eyelet Border Punch (113692)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Black 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon(109027), Vintage Brads (109109), Clips Assortment (112580), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Mini Glue Dot (103683) 

Whisper White Medium Envelope (107301)

Round or Square? Mojo Monday 141

Tomorrow (June 1) is a much anticipated Stampin' Up! day.  I'll be posting the retiring stamp and accessories lists on my Stampin' Pretty blog as soon as they are available.  Be ready to order your favorites.  Retiring products run out quickly.  I'll post regular updates throughout June to share what's still available and what's sold out.

 

Round or Square?  Julee Tilman's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO141) let's you choose (or do both)! 

Take a sneak peek at Daffodil Delight.  Woo hoo!  This luscious yellow and will be part of the Stampin' Up! Core Color Collection (see Stampin' Up! Color Renovation) beginning July 1 with the launch of the 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog. 

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIP:  Making this scalloped circle card starts with a Big Shot Die-Cut Machine and a Scallop Circle Bigz Die.  Click for my Scallop Note Card Tutorial.

ROUND SCALLOP NOTE CARD (approx. 4 1/2" in diameter):
Stamp Set:  Oval All (113790)
Paper:  Daffodil Delight (available July 1), Chocolate Chip (102128), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Chocolate Chip (100908)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Scallop Circle Bigz Die (113468), Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (117335), Boho Blossoms Punch (110711), 1/2" Circle Punch (104390), Large Oval Punch (107305), Scallop Oval Punch (114889), Circle Scissor Plus (112530), Glass Mat (112531)

The Perfect Touch:  Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

SQUARE CARD (4 1/2" x 4 1/2"):
Stamp Set:  Oval All (113790)
Paper:  Daffodil Delight (available July 1), Chocolate Chip (102128), Chocolate Chip Designer Series Paper (112164), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Chocolate Chip (100908)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Finial Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (115963), 5-Petal Flower Punch (109041), Large Oval Punch (107305), Scallop Oval Punch (114889)
The Perfect Touch:  Whisper White 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (109025), Summer Sun Corduroy Buttons (114343), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

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Mojo Monday 140

Here's the "scoop!"  Today's Mojo Monday sketch by Julee Tilman (MOJO140) can easily go from elegant to a bit wild and crazy, like this Sweet Scoops card for my grandniece, Melina.  I was clearly in the mood to play with punches and polka dots!

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• My Sweet Scoops sentiment inked in Whisper White Craft Ink left a beautiful, soft impression on Melon Mambo card stock.  Love it!
• The texture on the ice cream scoop (Sweet Scoops, Summer Mini Catalog) started with a "kiss."  Click here to learn how simple the Kissing Technique is (and view another Sweet Scoops sample).
• I used a retired Stampin' Up! 1/4" hole punch for all the tiny circles except the flower center (top right of the ice cream cone).  That's when I discovered I could have used the new Circle Punch from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (an adorable punch trio in the Summer Mini Catalog) for the whole thing.  Can you say "senior moment?"  It's a hint larger than 1/4" but would have been "just right," Goldilocks.
• The seriously cool matching clear Bitty Button gets dressed up with a sliver of Tempting Turquoise card stock as coordinating "thread." 
• The envelope flap comes to life with a Tempting Turquoise Polka Dot Pattern from Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (Summer Mini Catalog).  The Scallop Edge Punch gives it a flirty finish.
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STAMPIN' UP! RETIRING COLORS UPDATE:  If you have favorites in the Stampin' Up! Retiring Colors List, please order them NOW.  Many inks and card stock are on back order and some card stock colors have already sold out for good. 

Note: As of this post, card stock in Only Orange 8.5 x 11 and Sage Shadow 8.5 x 11 and 12 x 12 are permanently depleted.  I anticipate this list will grow rapidly due to a much higher than expected demand.

Click for the complete list of Retiring Stamping Up! Colors as part of the Stampin' Up! Color Renovation.

STAY TUNED:  Tomorrow I'll share another sneak peek sample using the new  Stampin' Up! Core Colors (Cherry Cobbler, Marina Mist, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso and Daffodil Delight (available July 1).

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Stamp Set:  Sweet Scoops (Summer Mini Catalog, Wood-Mount 117078, Clear-Mount 120078)
Paper:  Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (Summer Mini Catalog, 117173), Melon Mambo (115320), Rose Red (102544), Tempting Turquoise Textured (Bold Brights Assorted, 108698), Pumpkin Pie Textured (Earth Elements Textured, 108697), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Melon Mambo (115656), Pumpkin Pie (105216), Whisper White Craft Ink (101731)
Cool Tools:  Scallop Edge Punch (112091), Large Oval Punch (107305), Curly Label Punch (112208), 1/2" Circle Punch (104390), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (Summer Mini Catalog, 118309), 1/4" Hole Punch (retired)
The Perfect Touch:  Clear Bitty Button (Summer Mini Catalog, 118761), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Whisper White Medium Envelope (107301):  Scallop Edge Punch (112091), Island Oasis Designer Series Paper

Shelli's Sweater

Where do YOU get your inspiration?  I often discuss on my blog how home décor and fashion catalogs will get my creative juices flowing (stay tuned for tomorrow's post for another example). 

When Shelli Gardner (Stampin' Up! CEO and Co-Founder) visited me in Tucson for my Workshop of a Lifetime (full details here), she was wearing an adorable black and pink sweater.  Can you see the "translation" into the card (for Shelli) I created for today's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO 139)?

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• I see so many beautiful 3-D paper blossoms but honed in on the simplicity of Nina Dee's flower (she's one of my Stampin' Pretty Pals--woo hoo).  I punched circles, crumpled, assembled and voilà! 
• The sentiment from Favorite Thoughts (new in the Summer Mini Catalog) is one of my favorites.
• An Itty Bitty accent adds the perfect touch.  The little hearts and coffee cup are from the Summer Mini's Itty Bitty Bits stamp set . . . cropped with the coordinating circle punch from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (pack of 3 shapes).
• The ribbon on the box was applied using Sticky Tape--directly to the ribbon then folding and adhering. The ends are wrapped to the inside of the top of the matchbox so that it will open and close without removing the ribbon.
• 1" wide Melon Mambo designer paper gives a custom look to the Hershey's Nuggets.  Four tuck neatly inside the box.

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CARD:

Stamp Set:  Bella Toile Background Stamp (111598), Favorite Thoughts (Summer Mini Catalog: Wood-Mount 116968, Clear-Mount 120048), Itty Bitty Bits (Summer Mini Catalog:  Wood-Mount 117056, Clear-Mount 120060)
Paper:  Melon Mambo (1153320), Whisper White (100730), Basic Black (102851)
Ink:  Jet Black Stazon (101406)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine )113439), Stampin' Up! Top Note Bigz Die (113463), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (Summer Mini Catalog, 118309), Circle Punches, 1 3/8" (104401), 1" (109046), 3/4" (107217)

MATCHBOX:

Paper:  Melon Mambo Designer Series (115687), Basic Black (102851)
Cool Tools:  Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Stampin' Up! Matchbox Bigz XL Die (114890)
The Perfect Touch:  Basic Black 5/8: Satin Ribbon (Summer Mini Catalog, 117285), Sticky Tape (104294)

Mojo Monday Island Oasis

It's Monday and time to Mojo!  This splashy new Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (patterns at the end of this post) from the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini Catalog offers a big dose of pizzazz and lots of options for this week's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO138), designed by Julee Tilman.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• I adore this orange flower.  It's as simple as layering two Pumpkin Pie layers created with the 5-Petal Flower Punch.
• "In A Word" is my "it" set for sentiments in the Summer Mini Catalog.  "Journey" becomes "our journey" with a popped up dimensional and contrasting color.  Cool :)
• Adding the stripe designer paper to the Envelope Flap of a Whisper White Medium Square Envelope (5 1/2 x 5 1/2) gives a polished finish.  Here's a quick video tutorial on how easy adding designer paper to a flap can be!
• My card base is 5 1/4" x 5 1/4". 
• The Tempting Turquoise mat for "journey" is 2 3/4" square.  It would look great on a simple card all by itself, too.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Stampin' Up! is experiencing a higher demand than expected on the retiring colors and retiring color supplies.  Items may go on back order or be out of stock sooner than expected.  If you have any favorites, I suggest you place your on-line order as soon as possible.

Click here for a list of retiring Stampin' Up! colors.

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Stamp set:  In A Word (Summer Mini Catalog, Wood-Mount 117143, Clear-Mount 120057)
Paper:  Island Oasis Designer Series Paper (Summer Mini Catalog, 117173), Rose Red (102544), Tempting Turquoise (102067), So Saffron Textured (108696), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Tempting Turquoise (100814), Pumpkin Pie (105216)
Cool Tools:  5-Petal Flower Punch (109041), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217)
The Perfect Touch:  Jumbo Brads 5 1/16" Neutrals (112534), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Whisper White Medium Square Envelopes (107289)

Sweet Scoops for Mojo Monday

This week's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO137) made my heart pump in technicolor.  I loved Julee's layout suggestion to create a vertical stack of blocked colors.  I'm never shy of color and Tempting Turquoise (the ultimate for Blue Moon ice cream), Pumpkin Pie and Not Quite Navy offer a bright and fun way to surprise my soon-to-be six year old grand nephew, Ashtin.

I used the reverse kissing technique to create texture for the ice cream cone.  I simply inked up the ice cream stamp from Sweet Scoops stamp set (now available for purchase from the Summer Mini Catalog) and then "kissed" it, directly to the rubber with the texture stamp.

Here's a little before and after.  See the delicious difference?

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• The background texture is absolutely luscious.  It was created using the Stampin' Up! Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing folder, new from the Summer Mini (a Stampin' Up! exclusive).  
• I used a 1 1/4" Square Punch to create even blocks for the vertical row of color.  1 1/4" was too big at full size so I cropped them to 1" x 1 1/4".
• For added pizzazz, I layered the smaller star over the larger with a Stampin' Dimensional.  I don't know if I ever create a card without my budget-friendly Stampin' Dimensionals.
• Add a little splash to your sentiments by popping up one of the words in a contrasting color.

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Stamp Set:  Sweet Scoops (Summer Mini Catalog:  Wood Mount 117078, Clear Mount 120078
Paper:  Tempting Turquoise (102067), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Not Quite Navy (101722), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Tempting Turquoise (100814), Close to Cocoa (101341), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Not Quite Navy (101722)
Cool Tools:  Stampin' Up! Square Lattice Textured Embossing Folder (Summer Mini Catalog, 119976), Big Shot-Die Cut Machine (113439), 1 1/4" Square Punch (104400), Large Star Punch (110710), Star Punch (109045), Ticket Corner Punch (107214)
The Perfect Touch:  Pumpkin Pie 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (109030), Silver Brads (104336), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Clips Assortment (112580)

Whisper White Medium Envelope (107289), Pawsitively Prints (Build-a-Bear, 118060)

Mojo Monday 136

Add the hip and trendy Awash with Flowers stamp set (used above) to your collection before it's catalog release July 1 (in the 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog).  Pre-order offer ends April 30!! 

Place an order of $350 of more and get the Awash With Flowers stamp set FREE (plus  applicable hostess rewards).  Ends April 30. 

NOTE:  This FREE offer isn't available with an on-line order.  Please email me if you plan to place a qualifying order ($350 in product or more).  I can place the order manually to ensure you get the set with your order. 

Item	Description	Price
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)	$39.95
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)	$27.95

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Can you believe the Summer Mini Catalog sales period starts May 1?  I just love the anticipation of new stamps and accessories!  Need a Summer Mini Catalog (and don't have an active relationship with another demonstrator)?  Please email me your name and address (U.S. only) and I'll send you a complimentary copy.

Let's Mojo!  Check out this week's Mojo Monday Round or Square Challenge (MOJO136).

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Thanks heavens, for little stamps (think "Gigi" and Maurice Chevalier).  Check out the wee bird on the button.  The stamp is from a set of nine little cuties from Itty Bitty Bits, available May 1 in the Summer Mini.
• Itty Bitty Bits stamps coordinate with the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (set of three).  I used the tiny circle punch from the Pack to crop the bird.  Also available May 1.
• I simply adore a pretty envelope.  I recreated my collage of the Awash with Flowers stamps for the bottom corner of the Medium Square Envelope.  Amazing eye candy when the recipient pulls it from the mailbox!
• The Extra Large Fancy Flower Punch lives on!  Click for the Occasions Mini Extended Products List. 
• Card size:  5" x 5"

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Stamp Set:  Awash with Flowers (Wood-Mount 117062, Clear-Mount 120549), Itty Bitty Bits (Wood-Mount 117056, Clear-Mount 120060, Summer Mini Catalog), Wow Flowers (111714)
Paper:  Rich Razzleberry Textured Card Stock (115538, In Colors Assorted), More Mustard Textured Card Stock (118697, Assorted Earth Elements), Whisper White (100730)
Ink:  Rich Razzleberry (115658), More Mustard (103162), Real Red (103133)
Cool Tools:  Extra Large Fancy Flower Punch (118073), 1 1/4" Circle Punch (104403), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309, Summer Mini), Scallop Oval (114889) and Large (107305) Oval Punches
The Perfect Touch:  Real Red 1/2" Sending Love Epoxy Brads (117270, Occasions Mini), Playground Designer Buttons (116313), Rich Razzleberry 1/2" Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (115613), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Whisper White Medium Square Envelope (107289, 5 1/2" x 5 1/2")

Mojo Monday 135

 

Let's Mojo!  Today's Mojo Monday sketch offers lots of spots for fun details (like my sneak peek of the Summer Mini Catalog's Itty Bitty Bits).  Check out the latest Mojo Monday Sketch (MOJO135) below.

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• Create the exact size circle you need (1" to 6") with the Circle Scissor Plus.  Be sure to get the Glass Mat, critical for crisp results.  Click for my Circle Scissor Plus Tips.
• No need to obsess about a perfect match.  The More Mustard flower buttons (Playground Designer Buttons) look great with Crushed Curry.  I even liked the way the Chocolate Chip version of this button looked when I tried it, too!
• How about another Sneak Peek of the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini Catalog?  Today I tucked in a trio of Itty Bitty Bits flowers (a new stamp set) cropped with one of three Itty Bitty Shapes punches to coordinate with the stamps.  What could be better?  A collection of Clear Bitty Buttons to join the family.

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Stamp Set:  Picture This (Hostess Level 1: Wood-Mount 116928, Clear-Mount 118538)
Paper:  Crushed Curry Textured Card Stock (115538, Assorted In Colors), Crushed Curry Designer Series Paper (115686), Soft Suede Textured Card Stock (115538, Assorted In Colors), Soft Suede Designer Series Paper (115688), Whisper White Textured Card Stock (108693, Assorted Neutrals)
Ink:  Soft Suede (115657)
Cool Tools:  Circle Scissor Plus (112530), Glass Mat (112531), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439), Stampin' Up! Little Leaves Sizzlits Die (114511), Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402, available again July 1), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309)

Mojo Monday & a Sneak Peek

Let the Mojo Monday magic begin!  Today's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO134) offers a perfect panel for sharing one of the delightful sentiments from Favorite Thoughts, a sneak peek stamp set from the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini Catalog (available May 1).

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS:

• I confess.  I occasionally swoop paint brochures for paper crafting color inspiration when I'm shopping at the hardware store.  I translated the Benjamin Moore palette to Stampin' Up! Cameo Coral, Mellow Moss and Close to Cocoa.
• For a sophisticated touch, I added a scallop edge border to the envelope flap.  Trim the flap first to get a straight edge.
• New punches alert!!!  Isn't the tiny four petal punch sweet?  Itty Bitty Bits stamp set and three coordinating Itty Bitty Shapes punches will be at the top of your Summer Mini Catalog Wish List.
• Bookmark "Stampin' Pretty Summer Mini Sneak Peeks"  to see my growing samples of the upcoming products all in one place.

WHAT COLORS ARE IN?  A collection of fresh and fashionable colors are on the way!  Starting July 1 (with the release of the 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog), many Stampin' Up! colors will be retiring, In Color favorites will return and join the regular line-up and a new burst of color choices will appear (in addition to the new In Color collection).

Click here for full Stampin' Up! Color Renovation details. 

Mellow Moss, Close to Cocoa and Cameo Coral used on today's card will retire on July 1.  Stock up now or consider the alternative combination of River Rock, Soft Suede and Melon Mambo (all part of the Stampin' Up! New Color Collections on July 1).  

STAY TUNED:  Tomorrow my Stampin' Pretty Pals and I will bring you a parade of ideas with our Mother's Day Pals Hop.

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Stamp Sets:  Favorite Thoughts (Wood-Mount 117056, Clear-Mount 120060, Summer Mini), Itty Bitty Bits (Wood-Mount 116968, Clear-Mount 120048, Summer Mini)
Paper:  Cameo Coral (103124), Mellow Moss (102898), Close to Cocoa (101341), Very Vanilla (101650)
Ink:  Close to Cocoa (103139)
Cool Tools:  Itty Bitty Shapers Punches (118309, Summer Mini), Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (117335, Occasions Mini), Scallop Edge Punch (112091), Stampin' Up! Floral Fusion Sizzlits Die (115969), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439)
The Perfect Touch:  Mellow Moss Taffeta Ribbon (109069), Vintage Brads (109109), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Envelope:  Very Vanilla medium Envelope (107300), Cameo Coral Card Stock (103124), Scallop Edge Punch (112091)