Disney Cruise Treats, Inspired by a Card: Merry Everything

Happy Thursday!  I'm so excited, we're officially on vacation and get to board the Disney Dream in just a few short hours.  I have to say our family loves all things Disney, and especially Disney Cruising, it really is relaxing and magical!!  One thing that really sets Disney apart is the service they provide, the Castmembers (CM), aka cruise staff, really go above and beyond to make your trip special.  In return we really like to do a little something for our dining room staff, stateroom host, and the kid's club personnel to let them know we appreciate their efforts.  For this trip I made these little treat bags filled with goodies (since we've been told the CM's don't have a lot of space and access to everyday items).  Of course I had to decorate it up and I received a wonderful card from my friend Michelle Suit, and knew it would be perfect for the cruise.  I used the Gorgeous Grunge stamp set to stamp on the bag and then used lots of different punches to make the pirate Mickey.  The tag is a sneak peak of the new Merry Everything stamp set and matching punch (which will be released next month in the Holiday catalog).  Then I just used some Basic Black Chevron Ribbon (and retired Real Red Grosgrain ribbon) to make a cute little knot.

Here's a picture of Michelle's original card, isn't it beyond cute?  I kept the colors and most elements the same since they were perfect but I did downsize the punches to make the Mickey head a little smaller for the bag.  You could easily use these bags for birthday or holiday treats, or just to let someone know you're thinking of them.

I know the CM's will love the treats and we're looking forward to a fabulous time.







Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today's project:

Big Shot

$99.95

Stampin' Dimensionals

$3.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Gorgeous Grunge Clear Stamp Set

$17.95

1/2" Circle Punch

$5.95

2" Circle Punch

$16.95

1-1/4" Circle Punch

$15.95

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Basic Black 3/4" Chevron Ribbon

$8.95

Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

$4.95

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Have a magical day and enjoy!

 

Diana

Hand Stamped Sentiments Color Challenge: Bright & Beautiful

Happy Wednesday!  We've reached the mid point of the week and boy do I have something special for you.  Today I decided to play along with the Hand Stamped Sentiments color challenge which totally had me thinking of Christmas so I decided to share a sneak peak at a brand new stamp set that will be in the new Holiday catalog that's released next week (and give you the opportunity to get this set for FREE, see later for all the details).

For this card I started with Baked Brown Sugar for the card base and then added a layer of Garden Green cardstock under the Whisper White layer.  On this I used the new Bright & Beautiful stamp set and used Stampin' Write Markers to color in the greeting before stamping and then used the Encore Gold ink to stamp the two small snowflakes on the Whisper White Piece.

For the main focal piece I stamped the largest star on Baked Brown Sugar cardstock with the same color ink and then cut it out with the Big Shot and Star Collection Framelits.  Next I took a piece of Cherry Cobbler cardstock and stamped the next size down star in Versamark ink and then embossed it with the Heat Tool and Gold Embossing Powder.  I added a Garden Green candy Dot from the Regals Candy Dots and attached the smaller star to the larger one using dimensionals.

I really liked how this card turned out and it's got lots of elements to help really make it stand out, so it would be a great holiday card (have you decided on what cards your making for the holidays???  I'm behind and haven't even started). 

Now I know I told you have the opportunity to get this brand new stamp set for FREE before it's even released for sale.  Here are the details:

Now is the perfect time to buy a Big Shot (if you don't already own one because between now and August 31 when you purchase a Big Shot you can select one of 5 stamp sets and coordinating framelit bundles for FREE.

When you purchase a Big Shot in August, you will receive one of five free stamp set/framelits bundles below, your choice!  Now if you already have a Big Shot don't worry, we have something for you as well, you can still purchase these designated bundles at an amazing 15% off! This is one deal you won't want to miss, it's only available from August 1-31-as these bundles are one-time only exclusives.

Two Choices:

1) Buy a Big Shot and get a free bundle below.

  and/or

2) Buy a discounted bundle below at a 15% discount.

Bundle	Item Number	Stamp Set	Framelits	Discounted Price
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle WM	138923	Sumthin' Sumthin'	Word Bubbles	$33.75
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle CM	138920	Sumthin' Sumthin'	Word Bubbles	$31.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle WM	138924	Oh My Goodies	Deco Labels Collection	$42.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle CM	138921	Oh My Goodies	Deco Labels Collection	$35.95
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle WM	138925	Day of Celebration	Chalk Talk	$43.25
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle CM	138922	Day of Celebration	Chalk Talk	$37.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle WM	138911	Daydream Medallions	Floral Collection	$54.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle CM	138910	Daydream Medallions	Floral Collection	$45.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle WM	138644	Bright & Beautiful	Star	$50.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle CM	138200	Bright & Beautiful	Star	$43.95

NOTES

• Purchase a Big Shot and receive a free bundle (choose one of the five exclusive bundles available)
• There is no limit to the number of times a customer may participate.
• The Bright & Beautiful Stamp Set is part of our holiday catalog (you get a sneak peak).
• Don't forget to check out other great bundles already available in the current catalog, as well as clearance rack and weekly deals (when your order is $150 or more you also qualify for FREE Hostess Benefits for additional savings).   For example, the Magnetic Platform is a must have tool for the Big Shot and Framelits and if you purchase both you're almost near the right purchase amount to qualify for hostess rewards.  (Could this deal get any sweeter?)

I know the Big Shot is an invaluable tool in my Stampin' Studio and I know you'll enjoy it as much as I do, plus you get me as your personal guide to teach you all the tricks and tips to make the most out of this amazing tool!
Below are easy ordering links for the products used on todays card:

Big Shot

$99.95

Bright & Beautiful Stars Clear-Mount Bundle

$43.95

Regals Candy Dots

$5.95

Stampin' Dimensionals

$3.95

Baked Brown Sugar 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

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I hope you enjoy and I would love to help you with your new Big Shot purchase, just let me know if you have any questions or need assistance in placing your order.

 

Happy Stamping,

 

Diana

Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Scrapbook Sketch Challenge: A Day at the Ballpark

Good morning!  I hope you had a great weekend.  We had a very rare weekend with nothing planned and everyone at home so we took advantage and relaxed and took care of a few things around the house, which thankfully included some crafting time which felt wonderful!  It's Monday so it's time for another challenge over on the Stampin' Stylin' INKspiration blog and this week it's the scrapbook sketch challenge.  I have to admit with everything going on I haven't been working on my layouts as I would like but I'll be making up for that soon.  Today's page is a nice and simple one from when we attended a Phillies/Nationals game last year.  It was a perfect day and we had a great time cheering our team on. 


Once again I went to My Digital Studio for this page and used a picture of the field that I took for the background as for an accent behind the photo (I lowered the level of opacity for a softer look).  Everything else was pretty straight forward.  Here's the sketch we were provided by Jennifer.  Make sure to go check out all the other great layouts the design team is sharing and play along for lots of fun.










Below is the supply list for the products used on this page:

Stamps
    Game Day Baseball\Game Day Baseball - ball, Color = CHERRY COBBLER 165,30,44
    _Designer Kits\Chillin Out Pocket Cards\Chillin Out Pocket Cards - bring on the fun, Color = 230,WATERMARK 255,255,255
    Game Day Baseball\Game Day Baseball - ball, Color = CHERRY COBBLER 165,30,44

Punches
    Basics\1.25 Circle Punch, Fill Color = 230,WATERMARK 255,255,255
    Extras\Embark Graduate - punches\Embark Graduate - banner 2, Fill Color = SMOKY SLATE 180,176,173

Enjoy and have a great day!

Diana 

Sketch Frenzy Friday Card Sketch Challenge: Peachy Keen

Good morning and Happy Friday!  I know I said this yesterday but I really am loving this cooler weather, we’ve even had the AC off and the windows open which is fabulous.  We’re looking forward to an exciting weekend, going to try to go river tubing which is a first for us as a family and I haven’t done it since I was a kid so it should be beautiful and relaxing.  Before we get started on all our weekend fun I have my card to share for this weeks Sketch Frenzy Friday sketch challenge.  This was a really fun sketch to play along with and I really let our DSP and colors drive the direction of this card. 

 I started with Hello Honey for the card base and then added a piece of Night of Navy cardstock that was embossed with the Big Shot and the Polka Dot embossing folder.  Next I added a piece of designer series paper from the Flowerpot DSP and I used the Apothecary Accents Framelits to cut out the shape along the bottom of the DSP.  Next I added a piece of Blushing Bride Chevron Ribbon.

 For the stamped image I used the Peach Keen stamp set, stamped it in Hello Honey on Whisper White Cardstock and then cut it out with the Circle Collection Framelits before making a mat with Lost Lagoon Cardstock and the Windows Collection Framelits and then embossed it with the Perfect Polka Dot embossing folder.  The greeting was attached to the cardfront with dimensionals (yes I do that all the time, can’t help myself!).

 

This card is nice and soft with the flowers but then a fun greeting which I really like.  Make sure to check out all the other cards the design team is sharing, I’ve seen a few already and I love them.  Do you’re weekend plans including a little stamping time?  If so we would love for you to come play along with our sketch challenge, it’s lots of fun!

 

Below are easy ordering links for all the products used on today's card:

Big Shot

$99.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$7.95

2014-2016 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$6.95

Circles Collection Framelits Die

$26.95

Stampin' Dimensionals

$3.95

Flower Pot Designer Series Paper

$10.95

Window Frames Collection Framelits Die

$26.95

Apothecary Accents Framelits Die

$24.95

Blushing Bride 3/4" Chevron Ribbon

$8.95

Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

2014-2016 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$6.95

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Have a great weekend!

 

Diana

Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration August Blog Hop: SSI Team Convention Swaps

Good morning!  It's that time again, time for this month's Stylin Stampin' INKspiration Blog hop.  This month all the designers are sharing the cards we made for a swap we have during convention last month.  It was so fun seeing several of the ladies at convention since most of us we only know from online and the ladies are so fabulous they really had some beautiful cards.

As you hop along, please be sure to comment and show some love on every blog! We are always excited to hear from our followers! You should have just left stop number (#5) on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop - Kim R. of Stamping with Kim.  If so, you are in the right spot. If a link doesn't work or you get off track, you will find the full blog hop lineup below.

So you may know by know that one of the stamp sets in the new catalog that I was o excited to see was the Boys will be Boys stamp set (I love the Lego image and all the other "boy" images).  For my swap card I decided to use this set and the Legos but use some non-classic colors to change things up.  I started with Hello Honey Cardstock for the cardbase and I embossed it with the Big Shot and the Polka Dot Embossing Folder.  Next I added a piece of Confetti Celebration Designer Series Paper that was matted with Tangelo Twist cardstock. I used some Strawberry Slush Thick Baker's Twine to wrap around the DSP.

For the main stamped image I used Momento ink to stamp the Legos on Whisper White cardstock (I love this ink as it's great for watercoloring to ensure no bleeding).  I colored in the Legos with Stampin' Write Markers and then punched it out with the 1 3/4" Circle Punch and made a mat with Tempting Turquoise cardstock and the Big Shot and Circle Collection Framelits.  The greeting is from the same stamp set, stamped in Strawberry Slush ink and punched out with the Modern Label Punch and was attached to the card front with dimensionals.

This card is so fun and perfect for someone who's a kid at heart, no matter the age.  I hope you enjoyed my project and easy ordering links for all the products used on this card are below:

Big Shot

$99.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Boys Will Be Boys Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$17.95

Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$7.95

Confetti Celebration Designer Series Paper

$10.95

2014-2016 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$6.95

Strawberry Slush Thick Baker's Twine

$3.50

1-3/4" Circle Punch

$16.95

Circles Collection Framelits Die

$26.95

Modern Label Punch

$16.95

Stampin' Dimensionals

$3.95

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Make sure to continue on the hop, Tonya is next and you can get to her blog by clicking the "next" button below.

Don't worry if you missed out on any of the blogs, you can access them all from the links below.  Enjoy the hop and all the beautiful cards!

Blog Hop Participant List:

1. Darcy J. of DJ's Stampin' Place
2. Donna S. of Organized Chaos
3. Cynthia R. of Ink-A-Doodle Creations
4. Jennifer C. of Happy 2 Scrap 4 Life
5. Kim R. of Stamping with Kim
6. Diana E. of Stampin' Fun with Diana
7. Tonya B. of Stampin' with Tonya
8. Shellie G. of Craft Smashup
9. Kathy P. of Katrina P's Creative Corner
10. Bree R. of Craft-Somnia
11. Heidi B. of Stuck on Stampin'
12. Pam S. of Stampin' in the Sun
13. Darla R. of Stampin' with Darla
14. Erica B. of Stamping Starlette