Simple Friendship Card with the Parisian Flourish 3D Embossing Folder

Hello Everyone,

I’m doing something really simple today.

In the same way Designer Series Paper can make a card front, so too can embossing folders.

Today I have embossed Very Vanilla card stock. For a different look, you can use coloured card stock or designer series paper!

The texture created with these folders is incredible to see.

I have emphasized the detail by applying some ink over the top with a blending brush.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

All that is needed is a sentiment. For this card I used dies as I had the Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine out. You could equally use punches.

Some coordinating ribbon completes the card. You can also colour ribbon with Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Write Markers or even Stampin’ ink pads!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code QACFP2SJ when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Making Stunning Cards with the Encircled In Beauty Dies

Hello Everyone,

Wow, wow, wow! Did you spot these dies in the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalogue?

I can see all sorts of possibilities with these dies so keep your eyes peeled for more ideas with these dies!

The bright card stock emphasises the intricacy of the design.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

Adding some ink to the aperture provides some contrast with the centre circle.

The Flowers & Leaves and Sprig punches were used to create the decorative elements. The pastel pearls were the perfect finishing touch.

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code QACFP2SJ when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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#StampAroundUK – New Catalogue Inspiration!

Hello Again,

1st of the month means a #StampAroundUK video hop!

This month everyone will be showcasing new catalogue goodies!

I’ve chosen the Expressions in Ink suite for my cards.

You can see how I made them in my video tutorial…..

Don’t forget to use the links on the description on You Tube to see everyone else’s videos!

This is just 4 examples of these cards. Just one pack of designer series paper will make 72 card fronts to decorate as you wish…. Excellent value for money!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code QACFP2SJ when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Old meets New Simple Floral Friendship Card

Hello Everyone,

I love the simplicity of today’s card featuring an old favourite with the fabulous new set Biggest Wish.

A stamparatus tool would be really useful to stamp the background if you have one.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial…

The coordination of the ribbon used pulls the whole design together.

This sample uses Blushing Bride and Blackberry Bliss.

Which is your favourite?

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code QACFP2SJ when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Monday Colour Challenge with the Sweet Strawberry Bundle

Hello Everyone,

It’s Monday, and that means a colour challenge!

This week’s selection is;

  • Poppy Parade
  • Pear Pizzazz
  • Pumpkin Pie

My card features the Sweet Strawberry stamp set and coordinating Strawberry Builder Punch…

You can see how I made this card in my video…

I really love how the card turned out!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

Jill has made this beautiful concertina card to celebrate a milestone birthday using the 2021 in colour inks, card stock and designer series paper.

Visit Jill’s blog here

Heather has used a sketch challenge to create this oh so elegant thank you card. I love the colour palette in this designer series paper.

Visit Heather’s blog here

Gez is getting the most out her designer series paper with these suit cards complete with tie and matching handkerchief.

Visit Gez’s blog here

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Simple Masking Technique with the Springtime Joy stamp set

Hello Everyone,

Masking is a useful but simple technique to achieve a different look with yours stamps without adding additional layers.

The front most image is stamped first and then covered with a paper mask. Cutting the mask from sticky note paper means it stays in place while the other images are stamped over the top.

You can see how to do this in my video tutorial….

Of course I had to get my Stampin’ Blends out to colour these little guys!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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One Card, Three Ways with the Art in Bloom Bundle

Hello Everyone,

I am so excited about this new product from Stampin’ Up!

The Art in Bloom bundle includes a stamp set, dies and a hybrid embossing folder!

The products can be used independently or in combination to make simple effective cards.

1. Simple stamping – use the stamps alone and colour them with your favourite medium or the two-step elements in the stamp set! I used Stampin’ Blends for my card.

2. Just emboss – use your Stampin’ Cut and Emboss to emboss your card stock. I’ve used Basic White and added colour with Blending Brushes. Why not try other card stock colours?

The ink picks out the embossed details.

3. Stamp, cut & emboss – easily line up your stamped images with the die and embossing folder. The die sits inside the folder which is specifically designed so that it is not damaged in the process – it’s so clever!

(Do not try this with your other embossing folders)

I raised the die cut pieces up on to dimensionals.

You can see how I made these cards in my video tutorial….

This shows just 3 options, but there are so many other combinations to try!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Monday Colour Challenge with Delicate Petals

Hello Everyone,

For this week’s Monday Colour Challenge I am working with;

  • Merry Merlot
  • Mint Macaron
  • Pacific Point

The Delicate Petals was on my desk to use again before it retires. I haven’t seen many samples using this set online either, which is such a pity. I think it is a lovely set.

I have layered the pieces together to create a dimensional floral embellishment .

The Double Oval punch was perfectly sized to cut the sentiment.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

The background stamp is easy to line up as it is photopolymer. I love how this lines up to create a full circle.

Which is your favourite?

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Don’t Forget Pretty Perennials!

Hello Everyone,

I’m sharing these cards today for a couple of reasons;

  • These beautiful stamps and dies are still available in the mini catalogue
  • To show how the new in colours work with SU base colours

Each card uses four colours, with darkest being used for the card base, sentiment and flower centres.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

White ribbons can be coloured to match your project so these are great to have in your stash!

I really love how the purple card turned… Though I am biased, Blackberry Bliss is one of my favourite colours!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Revisiting the Quite Curvy Bundle

Hello Everyone,

I thought I would use the Quite Curvy bundle again today.

This was an early release last December and was extremely popular.

I do love the little birds!

I’ve used the 2020 in colours as my colour scheme.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial

The Stitched So Sweetly dies were just the right size for the sentiment.

I think I like the Misty Moonlight base the most. What do you think?

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Simple Stamping with Treasured Medallion, (& Colour Challenge)

Hello Everyone,

Isn’t this stamp set gorgeous? I don’t recall seeing any samples using it and I am so sad I haven’t used it sooner…..

This colour challenge was a perfect opportunity to work with the set…

The colours I’ve used are;

  • Crumb Cake
  • Crushed Curry
  • Early Espresso

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

What do you think? Which colour option do you prefer?

I love how the Wink of Stella add shimmer and colour at the same time!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Monday Colour Challenge with Watercolour Shapes

Hello Everyone,

This week’s colour selection is….

  • Petal Pink
  • Calypso Coral
  • Early Espresso

With unusual combinations like this, I turn to “background builder” stamp sets.

So I picked this new set, Watercolour Shapes, to make this bokeh style card….

The bold lettering of the Biggest Wish stamp set was the perfect pairing.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

This card could be made in many different colour schemes!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Beginner Cards featuring the Shaded Summer Stamp Set

Hello Everyone,

If you are new to stamping, boy is this the set for you!

These cards are really simple to make and can be stepped up with coordinating ribbon and embellishments…

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

The open weave in colour ribbon is so soft and creates pretty bows for your projects.

Whether you want to keep it simple or step it up, the Shaded Summer stamp set can find a place in your craft stash.

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Playing with the Inspired Thoughts Bundle

Hello Everyone,

Today I am continuing with my journey through some of the new products released from the new annual catalogue from Stampin’ Up!

This is the Inspired Thoughts bundle.

The stamp set has some versatile sentiments for all occasions, whilst the dies create beautiful layered tree tops….

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial…

My original card was smaller and made with a black card base.

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Two-step Stampin’ with the Pansy Patch stamp set

Hello Everyone,

If you are looking for a fun and bright suite, look no further than the Pansy Petals collection!

With beautiful Designer Series Paper, delightful bumblebee trinkets, builder dies and distinctive two step stamp set there’s plenty of creative options!

A quick image search revealed pansies come in all sorts of colours!

I’ve stayed in the boundaries of the suite colours for today’s cards…..

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

This combo uses Rich Razzleberry, Blackberry Bliss and Daffodil Delight!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Monday Colour Challenge with Positive Thoughts

Hello Everyone,

This week’s Monday Colour Challenge is….

  • Gorgeous Grape
  • Magenta Madness
  • Granny Apple Green

I have chosen one of my favourite stamp sets to work with. I was pleased this one carried over in to this year’s annual catalogue!

This set works well for with a variety of colour palettes!

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

The Stitched Rectangles complement the details in the die cut panel.

Which card do you like best?

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Inspire.Create.Challenge #090 – Home Decor!

Hello Everyone,

Today I’m sharing my contribution to the Inspire.Create challenge. Design Team!

This time it’s something a bit different. The rest of the design team have made some wonderful samples as inspiration. You can see them here.

Why not give it a go? We’d love to see your home decor creations!

My project isn’t a new idea, I’ve seen various versions online, but this is my spin on it using the Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper.

The paper strips measure 6 inches by 3/4 inch and secured with multipurpose glue.

The Playful Alphabet dies were perfectly sized to make the banner for the centre, making this a customisable gift for any occasion.

I made these versions with the Hydrangea Haven papers!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The video tutorial for this project is available here

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Simple Stamping with the Colour and Contour Bundle

Hello Everyone,

Here’s another chance to see the new In Colours in action with the amazing Colour and Contour bundle!

I’m just doing some simple stamping today and decorating the envelope to match….

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

I love the nesting rectangles in the coordinating die set! Don’t forget, buying the bundles saves 10%!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Introducing the Simply Elegant Suite

Hello Everyone,

Oh wow! This new product suite is stunning!

This is called Simply Elegant and is made up of

  • Elegantly Said stamp set,
  • Elegant Tag Punch,
  • Simply Elegant Speciality Paper
  • Simply Elegant Trim

All the papers have one foiled side and are printed on Basic White, Very Vanilla, Basic Grey and Basic Black. And there is something for the guys too!

I’m keeping it simple for today’s cards.

You can see ho I made them in my video tutorial…..

The gold heat embossing compliments the foiling of the paper….

This one would look good with silver too!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code F2QFV2PT when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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