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Brayered High Tide

30/9/2020

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At the end of the online class I was teaching last week we spent a bunch of time just chatting, and as we were talking about landscape techniques Kylie mentioned the work of Michelle Zindorf.  Well, back in 2012, I hosted Michelle to teach her famous brayering technique classes.  

Many of the women hadn't been around when SU! carried the rubber brayer, or it never registered on their radar, so I pulled mine out (autographed by Michelle, of course) and showed them how nicely the ink rolled onto some Shimmery White cardstock. I couldn't just toss the inked-up paper, so I made a very simple card.
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Gotta say, there's nothing "Zindorf" about this card, LOL!  Ah, well, not everything can be a masterpiece.  I'm sure I'll still send it out!

Christmas Classes October Kits
 Ordering Deadline Tomorrow!

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Poinsettia Petals October Kit
Christmas Gleaming October Kit

Join me Saturday Morning For
​Crafting Fun & Prizes!

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​I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  If you don't have one of these kits to use,  just make some cards using your own stash. Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  
 
Here's some details for the day:
  • You will be able to nominate someone to receive one of the cards I create, and I will send it on your behalf, anywhere in the world.
  • If you're participating in Australia, you will be entered into a drawing for the Box Of Sunshine stamp set and a set of the 4 kit cards to make and send - there will be 2 winners!
  • More SU! swag and product to be won by Aussie participants.
I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

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Scenic Watercolouring Again

29/9/2020

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Last few days for this great offer:

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There are only a few days left to take advantage of the Get & Go Starter Kit promotion. Make these beautiful cards with your family and friends with the additional products. For more information, contact me or go to bit.ly/joinnancysteam.

Last week I taught an online class to my sister demonstrators in Kylie Bertucci's team.  I could choose any project I wanted, and decided to show them how to use their stamps to "watercolour" a scene, as I've shown you here. 

​Here's one card I made in advance to experiment with Shimmery White Cardstock:
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This was my inspiration photo that I found on the Internet.  I know it doesn't really look like it, but it is to inspire, not to duplicate!
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During the class I made this one, using our Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper, which really does work a treat!
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And my inspiration photo, which was taken by a friend on her summer trip to Maine this year.
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Here's what I used to make these cards:
146386
Waterfront Photopolymer Stamp Set - 146386

Price: $30.00

151650
My Meadow Photopolymer Stamp Set - 151650

Price: $37.00

149612
Fluid 100 Watercolour Paper - 149612

Price: $15.75

121717
Shimmery White A4 Cardstock - 121717

Price: $17.50

108605
Garden Green A4 Cardstock - 108605

Price: $15.25

121688
Basic Black A4 Cardstock - 121688

Price: $15.25

119982
Soft Suede Cardstock A4 - 119982

Price: $15.25

151298
Water Painters - 151298

Price: $21.00

147105
Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad - 147105

Price: $13.00

147089
Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad - 147089

Price: $13.00

147116
Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad - 147116

Price: $13.00

132708
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad - 132708

Price: $10.00

147103
Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad - 147103

Price: $13.00

147113
Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad - 147113

Price: $13.00

147107
Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad - 147107

Price: $13.00

152471
Antiqued Corners & Slides Elements - 152471

Price: $14.75

152392
Paper Trimmer - 152392

Price: $44.00

110755
Multipurpose Liquid Glue - 110755

Price: $7.00

103683
Glue Dots - 103683

Price: $8.00


Upcoming Classes & Events

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Crafting Fun and Prizes!
I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  If you don't have one of these kits to use,  just make some cards using your own stash. Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  
 
Here's some details for the day:
  • You will be able to nominate someone to receive one of the cards I create, and I will send it on your behalf, anywhere in the world.
  • If you're participating in Australia, you will be entered into a drawing for the Box Of Sunshine stamp set and a set of the 4 kit cards to make and send - there will be 2 winners!
  • More SU! swag and product to be won by Aussie participants.
I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

Poinsettia Petals Class Series

Deadline to order October's Kit is Thursday!

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Poinsettia Petals October Class Kit
Poinsettia Petals Tutorial 1

Christmas Gleaming Class Series

Deadline to order October's Kit is Thursday!

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Christmas Gleaming October Class Kit
Christmas Gleaming Tutorial 1

Monthly Card Classes

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​Due to current Covid-19 conditions in Melbourne I can only offer this class as a kit/online version.
 
I will provide a kit and written instructions to make the 5 cards shown above.  Participants will be able to add sentiments as desired with their own stamps and inks.  Kits can be picked up from my residence in Melbourne using safe, social distancing protocols, or I can ship via tracked satchel.  Come give this a try - perfect if you've always wanted to try my classes and can't attend in person.  
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Card Kit:  includes all the pieces and printed directions needed to create 5 cards.  You will need to supply your own stamps and ink for sentiments, as well as having basic adhesive (like Multipurpose Liquid Glue) for assembly. 
​Cost: $30 + $8.95 optional shipping. Australian crafters only, sorry.

Written Tutorial: Purchase the instructions including measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​
 
Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Third Saturday of the month, 2:00 pm AEDT (optional).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order.
 
Class Schedule:
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 8 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 17 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 12 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 21 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 19 December 2 pm AEDT
 
*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.

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Easel With A Twist Card

28/9/2020

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On Friday I showed how I re-vamped a card made with some bold peonies.  My original attempt had 4 flowers on it, but I removed one from the second edition.  That remaining flower has wound up on this card:
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Look at this fun fold that makes it twist and stand up!
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Here's some basic instructions for this card:

Whisper White Thick Cardstock: 
10.5 x 21 cm or 4 ¼" x 8 ½", scored at 10.5 cm or 4 ¼"
10.5 x 10.5 cm or 4 ¼" x 4 ¼"


On left panel of scored piece, score from top, left corner to bottom, right corner, dividing it into 2 triangles.
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Crease the diagonal score so that the bottom triangle folds to the inside.

Add glue to that bottom triangle and affix the square flush on all sides. You should have the top, left triangle free-floating. 
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Decorate the inside and outside as desired.  Add a sentiment or decorative element on Stampin' Dimensionals inside positioned to hold up the easel.

If you give this fold a try, please send me pictures, or post them to my Facebook Page.

Upcoming Classes & Events

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Crafting Fun and Prizes!
I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  If you don't have one of these kits to use,  just make some cards using your own stash. Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  
 
Here's some details for the day:
  • You will be able to nominate someone to receive one of the cards I create, and I will send it on your behalf, anywhere in the world.
  • If you're participating in Australia, you will be entered into a drawing for the Box Of Sunshine stamp set and a set of the 4 kit cards to make and send - there will be 2 winners!
  • More SU! swag and product to be won by Aussie participants.
I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

Monthly Card Classes

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​Due to current Covid-19 conditions in Melbourne I can only offer this class as a kit/online version.
 
I will provide a kit and written instructions to make the 5 cards shown above.  Participants will be able to add sentiments as desired with their own stamps and inks.  Kits can be picked up from my residence in Melbourne using safe, social distancing protocols, or I can ship via tracked satchel.  Come give this a try - perfect if you've always wanted to try my classes and can't attend in person.  
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Card Kit:  includes all the pieces and printed directions needed to create 5 cards.  You will need to supply your own stamps and ink for sentiments, as well as having basic adhesive (like Multipurpose Liquid Glue) for assembly. 
​Cost: $30 + $8.95 optional shipping. Australian crafters only, sorry.

Written Tutorial: Purchase the instructions including measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​
 
Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Third Saturday of the month, 2:00 pm AEDT (optional).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order.
 
Class Schedule:
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 8 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 17 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 12 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 21 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 19 December 2 pm AEDT
 
*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
Order Your Card Class Kit
Order Your Class Tutorial

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Poinsettia Petals Class Series

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This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give you complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:

Class Kit (Australian residents only): $35 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs.

Written Tutorial (Worldwide): $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Participants must have:
  • Poinsettia Petals Bundle - stamp set and dies
  • Die cutting machine
  • Ink pads: Real Red, Old Olive, Garden Green, Bumblebee -or- Crushed Curry, Soft Suede
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.

Class Supply List:
 https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/5796bdd7-b4f5-448f-9d64-9b4951fbd7d4?

Class Schedule
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT
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*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
Poinsettia Petals October Class Kit
Poinsettia Petals Tutorial 1

Christmas Gleaming Class Series

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This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give you complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:

Class Kit (Australian residents only): $30 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs. Note: you will be required to cut/punch your own DSP pieces.

Written Tutorial (Worldwide): $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Participants must have:
  • Christmas Gleaming Variety Bundle - stamp set, punches and Designer Series Paper
  • Heat Tool
  • Ink pads: Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Versamark.
  • Embossing Powders: Gold and Silver
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.

Class Supply List:  https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/06c1f3f4-80ea-4d83-8975-b476b0d1d52b?

Class Schedule:
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Sunday, 11 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Sunday, 15 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Sunday, 13 December 2 pm AEDT
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*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.

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Take Two

25/9/2020

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Remember back around 10 days ago when I asked you whether this card was a hit or a miss?
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 I got one response, which suggested a less vivid background.  Last night I was on a video chat with my upline and several of my "sister" demonstrators, and I pulled out the card and asked for their opinions.  They agreed that the background was fighting the flowers. ​We ran through a couple of options and landed on this:
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Now what do you think?  The flowers certainly take centre stage this way! Did you notice that I eliminated one of the flowers?  Don't worry, I'll put it to good use.
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I was so tempted to just chuck the entire card in the bin because I wasn't happy with it.  I'm glad I reached out for input instead, since those one-of-a-kind flowers are too interesting to throw away.

Upcoming Classes & Events

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September Monthly Card Class

It's not too late to purchase the written tutorial which includes pictures and measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​

​Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Saturday, 26 September, 2:00 pm AEST (optional – click here to find your local time).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order.
Purchase Your Class Tutorial

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World Cardmaking Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of October each year.  This has usually meant throwing open my home to anyone who wants to make cards for a good cause - paediatric hospitals in Phoenix and Melbourne.  This year will be different, because 2020, right?

I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  You can purchase your own kit here, or just make some cards using your own stash.  (Don't forget to add a clear block if you don't have one!)

Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

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Christmas Gleaming Class Series

This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give you complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:

Class Kit (Australian residents only): $30 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs. Note: you will be required to cut/punch your own DSP pieces.

Written Tutorial (Worldwide)
: $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Participants must have:​
  • Christmas Gleaming Variety Bundle - stamp set, punches and Designer Series Paper
  • Heat Tool
  • Ink pads: Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Versamark.
  • Embossing Powders: Gold and Silver
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.

Class Supply List: https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/06c1f3f4-80ea-4d83-8975-b476b0d1d52b?

Class Schedule

October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT
*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
Christmas Gleaming October Class Kit
Christmas Gleaming Tutorial 1

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Poinsettia Petals Class Series

This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give you complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:

Class Kit (Australian residents only): $35 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs.

Written Tutorial (Worldwide): $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Participants must have:
  • Poinsettia Petals Bundle - stamp set and dies
  • Die cutting machine
  • Ink pads: Real Red, Old Olive, Garden Green, Bumblebee -or- Crushed Curry, Soft Suede
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.

Class Supply List: https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/5796bdd7-b4f5-448f-9d64-9b4951fbd7d4?

Class Schedule
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT

*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
Poinsettia Petals October Class Kit
Poinsettia Petals Tutorial 1

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Beautiful Friendship 4 in 1

24/9/2020

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These are the projects I made in this week's Facebook Live.  You can watch the replay on Facebook or YouTube.  Catch me each week at 10:00 a.m. AET on Wednesday mornings and see what I'm creating!

I re-visited the 4 in 1 technique that was taught to Kylie Bertucci's team by our sister demo, Shirley Jones.  I've shown it to you before here and here.

This time I made 2 sets of cards with the Beautiful Friendship stamp set.
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This one features what I'm calling my Autumn/Winter colour scheme: Merry Merlot, Rococo Rose, Seaside Spray, Old Olive, Mossy Meadow Bumblebee and Misty Moonlight.
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And this one is the Spring/Summer colour palette: Magenta Madness, Blushing Bride, Highland Heather, Pear Pizazz, Garden Green, So Saffron and Balmy Blue.

The sentiments are from the same set, and are all stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black.  I also added 3 of the smallest Rhinestone Basic Jewels to each.

Quick, fun and easy!  You should pull out your stamps and give this 4 in 1 techinique a try!
149252
Beautiful Friendship Photopolymer Stamp Set - 149252

Sale: $32.30

Price: $38.00

147112
Merry Merlot Classic Stampin' Pad - 147112

Price: $13.00

150080
Rococo Rose Classic Stampin' Pad - 150080

Price: $13.00

147090
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad - 147090

Price: $13.00

147111
Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad - 147111

Price: $13.00

150085
Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad - 150085

Price: $13.00

153118
Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad - 153118

Price: $13.00

153116
Bumblebee Classic Stampin' Pad - 153116

Price: $13.00

147005
Merry Merlot A4 Cardstock - 147005

Price: $15.25

153086
Misty Moonlight A4 Cardstock - 153086

Price: $15.25

106549
Whisper White A4 Cardstock - 106549

Price: $17.00

132708
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad - 132708

Price: $10.00

147105
Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad - 147105

Price: $13.00

147103
Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad - 147103

Price: $13.00

147104
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad - 147104

Price: $13.00

147089
Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad - 147089

Price: $13.00

147100
Blushing Bride Classic Stampin' Pad - 147100

Price: $13.00

153117
Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad - 153117

Price: $13.00

147109
So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad - 147109

Price: $13.00

153085
Magenta Madness A4 Cardstock - 153085

Price: $15.25

147007
Balmy Blue A4 Cardstock - 147007

Price: $15.25

144220
Rhinestone Basic Jewels - 144220

Price: $8.75

144107
Take Your Pick - 144107

Price: $17.00

102300
Bone Folder - 102300

Price: $12.00

152392
Paper Trimmer - 152392

Price: $44.00

110755
Multipurpose Liquid Glue - 110755

Price: $7.00


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Green Boho Indigo

23/9/2020

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Today Only!

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Today is your chance to stock up on stamp sets at a stellar price! For one day only, you can grab select cling and photopolymer stamp sets at a 15% discount. This stamp-tacular sale only rolls around once a year, so you won’t want to miss it!

Download the list of select stamps by clicking the button below, then go shop!
Stamp Sets on Sale
Nancy's Stampin' Up! Store

Yes - You Can Double-Dip!

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Join my team today choose $235 worth of product for just $169!  You can include the sale stamp sets and increase your starter kit's net value, however, if you need a die-cutting machine choose this for your starter kit and save $40, plus have $$ for some more products.  

​Then you can submit a second order and get both your 20% demonstrator discount AND the 15% off the sale stamp sets. You'll also get the two stamp sets and two 8-card kits in the Get & Go promotion!  Contact me for help getting this sorted, or click on the button below.
I Want To Join SU! and Take Advantage Of This Deal!

One Last Thing...

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If you're placing an order today, consider adding the Box of Sunshine Paper Pumpkin Kit and join me for World Cardmaking Day on 3 October! (Don't forget to add a clear block if you don't have one!)

On Monday I showed you a few cards made with the Boho Indigo Product Medley in the predictable blue colour family. Today I've got some cards that highlight the green die-cut elements in the kit.  Again, these are CASE'd from Selene Kempton.
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I'm loving the Garden Green, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake and Gold colour combination on these cards.  

​Here's what was used:
153132
Boho Indigo Product Medley - 153132

Price: $122.00

147116
Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad - 147116

Price: $13.00

147115
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad - 147115

Price: $13.00

106550
Very Vanilla A4 Cardstock - 106550

Price: $17.00

121685
Crumb Cake A4 Cardstock - 121685

Price: $15.25

119982
Soft Suede Cardstock A4 - 119982

Price: $15.25

108605
Garden Green A4 Cardstock - 108605

Price: $15.25

152392
Paper Trimmer - 152392

Price: $44.00

103683
Glue Dots - 103683

Price: $8.00

110755
Multipurpose Liquid Glue - 110755

Price: $7.00


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24-Hour Stamp Sale Tomorrow!

22/9/2020

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I don't usually dedicate an entire blog post to a Stampin' Up! promotion, but this is the biggest stamp sale of the year, and I wanted to share some thoughts.

There's something for everyone.
Seriously, no matter your taste or design aesthetic, this list includes the entire range.
(note: the sale list may differ depending on the market you're in - this is for Australia)

Get The List of Stamp Sets On Sale

Nancy's Favourites
These are the 2 on this list that I reach for time and time again! They work well with other stamps in your collection and with any colours.
149252
Beautiful Friendship Photopolymer Stamp Set - 149252

Price: $38.00

149438
Here's A Card Cling Stamp Set - 149438

Price: $38.00

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Cute for Any Age
These make me smile every time I see them.  I own Zany Zebras, and have put Way To Goat on my list for tomorrow!
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Zany Zebras Cling Stamp Set - 152536

Price: $33.00

152657
Way To Goat Cling Stamp Set - 152657

Price: $33.00

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Nancy's Other Must-Haves
These have been on my wish-list for a while, and this sale has pushed them to the top!
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Happiest Of Birthdays Cling Stamp Set - 152539

Price: $33.00

152607
Queen Anne's Lace Photopolymer Stamp Set - 152607

Price: $30.00

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One last note...
If you've been wanting to try the Watercolouring with Scenic Stamps that I showcased in a Facebook Live video and blog post a while back, all three stamp sets I recommend for this technique are included in the sale!  I used My Meadow and Waterfront on the card pictured below.
146386
Waterfront Photopolymer Stamp Set - 146386

Price: $30.00

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My Meadow Photopolymer Stamp Set - 151650

Price: $37.00

150483
Snow Front Photopolymer Stamp Set - 150483

Price: $38.00

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Blue Boho Indigo

21/9/2020

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It's no surprise that when I use the Boho Indigo Product Medley I reach for my blue colour palette, is it?  The indigo dye textile-inspired papers are so beautiful with their subtle colour variations that match several of our blues: Night of Navy, Misty Moonlight and Seaside Spray.

I CASE'd these two cards from Selene Kempton.  
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I know I keep saying it, but only because it's true!  This Boho Indigo Product Medley is SO MUCH FUN TO PLAY WITH!  Have I tempted you yet?  If so, you can pick one up here;

Upcoming Classes & Events

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September Monthly Card Class

It's not too late to purchase the written tutorial which includes pictures and measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​

​Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Saturday, 26 September, 2:00 pm AEST (optional – click here to find your local time).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order. 
Purchase the September Card Class Tutorial

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World Cardmaking Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of October each year.  This has usually meant throwing open my home to anyone who wants to make cards for a good cause - paediatric hospitals in Phoenix and Melbourne.  This year will be different, because 2020, right?

I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  You can purchase your own kit here, or just make some cards using your own stash.  (Don't forget to add a clear block if you don't have one!)

Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

See everything you get in the Box of Sunshine Paper Pumpkin Kit:

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Class Supply List:
These items are required to complete the projects.
  • Poinsettia Petals Bundle - stamp set and dies
  • Die cutting machine
  • Ink pads: Real Red, Old Olive, Garden Green, Bumblebee, Soft Suede
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.
If you're in Australia you can purchase anything you need here: https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/5796bdd7-b4f5-448f-9d64-9b4951fbd7d4?

Class Schedule:

October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT

*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
October Poinsettia Petals Class Kit
October Poinsettia Petals Class Tutorial

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Stitched Lace Daisy

18/9/2020

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Several months ago I received a Random Act of Kindness (RAK) card from Tanya Rees.  The card is so pretty I've been wanting to CASE (Copy And Share Everything) it.  This week I finally did as part of my bulk-batch card making.  I made 2 of each colour.
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The big Stitched Lace Die is so intricate that it can be a bit annoying to use if the bits (chads?) get stuck in the cardstock and/or die.  After cutting a couple of them I finally remembered the trick of putting a layer of wax paper between the die and cardstock. It acts as a dry lubricant and 99% of the bits come out with a quick pass of the Take Your Pick Die Brush.  To adhere it to the card base I used little dots of glue:
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I stamped the sentiment multiple times on a piece of cardstock and then sliced it into very narrow strips.
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Here's what I used to make these:

Upcoming Classes & Events

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September Monthly Card Class
Due to current Covid-19 conditions in Melbourne I can only offer this class as a kit/online version.
 
I will provide a kit and written instructions to make the 5 cards shown above.  Participants will be able to add sentiments as desired with their own stamps and inks.  Kits can be picked up from my residence in Melbourne using safe, social distancing protocols, or I can ship via tracked satchel.  Come give this a try - perfect if you've always wanted to try my classes and can't attend in person.  

​Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Saturday, 26 September, 2:00 pm AEST (optional – click here to find your local time).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order.
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Card Kit:  includes all the pieces and printed directions needed to create 5 cards.  You will need to supply your own stamps and ink for sentiments, as well as having basic adhesive (like Multipurpose Liquid Glue) for assembly. 
​Cost: $30 + $8.95 optional shipping. Australian crafters only, sorry.
RSVP Deadline for Kits is Friday, 18 September, but please sign up ASAP to ensure timely delivery.

Written Tutorial: Purchase the instructions including measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​
Buy Your Class Kit
Buy Your Class Tutorial

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Join me on Zoom to celebrate World Cardmaking Day!
World Cardmaking Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of October each year.  This has usually meant throwing open my home to anyone who wants to make cards for a good cause - paediatric hospitals in Phoenix and Melbourne.  This year will be different, because 2020, right?

I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  You can purchase your own kit here, or just make some cards using your own stash.  

Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

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Poinsettia Petals Class Series
This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give your complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:
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Class Kit (Australian residents only): $35 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs.  

Written Tutorial: $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Class Supply List:
These items are required to complete the projects.
  • Poinsettia Petals Bundle - stamp set and dies
  • Die cutting machine
  • Ink pads: Real Red, Old Olive, Garden Green, Bumblebee, Soft Suede
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.
If you're in Australia you can purchase anything you need here: https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/5796bdd7-b4f5-448f-9d64-9b4951fbd7d4?

Class Schedule:

October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT

*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.
Purchase the October Poinsettia Petals Class Kit
Purchase the October Poinsettia Petals Tutorial

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Evergreen Forest 3D Embossing Folder

17/9/2020

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I hadn't played with the Evergreen Forest 3D Embossing Folder yet, but I've been seeing some great projects with it, so I decided to give it a play during my Facebook Live video this week.  You can watch the replay on YouTube or Facebook.  I will confess, I felt like today was a bit of a comedy show/circus!

The first thing I did was to run 3 different types of foil through the embossing folder:
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I really did CASE the card in the Mini Catalogue (p. 35), except for changing up the sentiment.  
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As I said in the video, the Brushed Metallic cardstock went through beautifully.

The Red and Green Foil cardstock both had a bit of a cracking issue in the foil coating...which makes the evergreens look like they're dusted with snow...at least that's what I'm calling it!

Then the Feels Like Frost 6x6" Designer Series Paper.  It embossed with no issues, but be careful when cutting down to size, as the embossed parts will just rip apart with the paper trimmer's tracked blade...it's best to use a guillotine-style cutter (or cut to your desired size before embossing!)
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Oh, yeah - as soon as I ended the video I scooped up my Sponge Daubers and put them back in their case...this is the second time in the last few weeks that I've done this.  Sigh.  At least it hasn't been spills that mess up cards!
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Don't forget - if you live in Australia you can shop my Stampin' Up! store 24/7!

Upcoming Classes & Events

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September Monthly Card Class
Due to current Covid-19 conditions in Melbourne I can only offer this class as a kit/online version.
 
I will provide a kit and written instructions to make the 5 cards shown above.  Participants will be able to add sentiments as desired with their own stamps and inks.  Kits can be picked up from my residence in Melbourne using safe, social distancing protocols, or I can ship via tracked satchel.  Come give this a try - perfect if you've always wanted to try my classes and can't attend in person.  

​Online (Zoom) Group Assembly Session: Saturday, 26 September, 2:00 pm AEST (optional – click here to find your local time).  Meeting link will be shared when you place your order.
​
Card Kit:  includes all the pieces and printed directions needed to create 5 cards.  You will need to supply your own stamps and ink for sentiments, as well as having basic adhesive (like Multipurpose Liquid Glue) for assembly. 
​Cost: $30 + $8.95 optional shipping. Australian crafters only, sorry.
RSVP Deadline for Kits is Friday, 18 September, but please sign up ASAP to ensure timely delivery.

Written Tutorial: Purchase the instructions including measurements (in centimetres and inches) and create along with us using your own supplies. You can substitute papers and colours based on what you have.  International customers welcome!
Cost: $15.00 ​​​​
Buy the Class Kit
Buy the Class Tutorial

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Join me on Zoom to celebrate World Cardmaking Day!
World Cardmaking Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of October each year.  This has usually meant throwing open my home to anyone who wants to make cards for a good cause - paediatric hospitals in Phoenix and Melbourne.  This year will be different, because 2020, right?

I will be crafting cards from the Global Paper Pumpkin Kit: Box of Sunshine, and welcome everyone to come play along.  You can purchase your own kit here, or just make some cards using your own stash.  

Then we will prepare our cards to send out to some friends and family who could use a little bit of sunshine!  I hope you'll be part of the fun!

Zoom Info:
Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 am AEST (check your time zone here)
Meeting ID: 886 271 7277
Passcode: WCMD2020

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Poinsettia Petals Class Series
This class series will run October-December 2020, and will give your complete instructions to make 5 designs each month, plus an optional group assembly session via Zoom.  I am offering 2 options:
​
Class Kit (Australian residents only): $35 per month + postage if required.  Each month’s kit will include written instructions and supplies to make 2 each of the 5 designs.  

Written Tutorial: $15 per month. Each tutorial includes step-by-step instructions, pictures, and measurements in both centimetres and inches.

Class Supply List:
These items are required to complete the projects.
  • Poinsettia Petals Bundle - stamp set and dies
  • Die cutting machine
  • Ink pads: Real Red, Old Olive, Garden Green, Bumblebee, Soft Suede
  • Basic card-making kit: Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Bone Folder.
If you're in Australia you can purchase anything you need here: https://www.stampinup.com.au/shared-lists/5796bdd7-b4f5-448f-9d64-9b4951fbd7d4?

Class Schedule:
October Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 1 October.*
October Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 10 October, 2 pm AEST.
November Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 5 November.*
November Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 14 November, 2 pm AEDT.
December Kit Ordering Deadline: Thursday, 3 December*
December Zoom Assembly Session: Saturday, 12 December 2 pm AEDT

*Please order as early as possible to ensure timely delivery.

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