A bit of Origami fun

Here in the Greater Sydney region of NSW, we are in the middle of another lockdown. It meant that we had to stay home during school holidays, and have spent this week with homeschool.

With our lockdown being extended for a second time in a few short weeks, it has become the new "norm".

My girls spent much of the holidays making cards, which meant I was able to do the same!

I stepped away from our Stampin' Up! products for just a moment (what?!) to make my neighbour a birthday card. She shares my love of Japanese things, so I dug out my lovely Japanese papers that have been tucked away for a time to make this.

I've used retired Not Quite Navy cardstock (so still using some SU products!) for the card base & some Shimmery White behind the lovely patterned paper. The butterfly is copper paper. Simple, but I love the result.

To follow in my origami folding, this months Cards to Go kit may have had a mostly Christmas in July theme, but one card that wasn't Christmas themed was a fun origami flower card.

The flower opens and has a sentiment in the centre. If you'd like to see a quick video of how to fold the flower, you can find it on my YouTube channel HERE.

The card itself is a 6" x 6" (or 15.2 cm x 15.2 cm) card (so, 6" x 12" piece folded into a square) and each of the smaller squares are 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" (3.8cm x 3.8cm).

I have used the 2021–2023 In Color 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper, on Basic White.

If you're interested in trying a Cards to Go kit, just me know. There is no commitment. You can let me know if you'd just like to do it once, or every now & then. There is full instructions emailed after each kit goes out. Local pick-up or choose to have it posted to you.

What have you been doing during lockdown?

Using your papers - to buy more! 15% off Selected DSP

There is a SALE on selected Designer Series Papers (DSP) from today for the month of July.

You will receive 15 % off the following DSP's:

• BEAUTY OF THE EARTH 12" X 12"
  
• BLOOM WHERE YOU’RE PLANTED 12" X 12"
• HAND-PENNED 12" X 12"
• IN GOOD TASTE 12" X 12"
• IN THE WILD 12" X 12"
• PANSY PETALS 12" X 12"
• SWEET SYMMETRY 12" X 12"
• TIDINGS OF CHRISTMAS 6" X 6"
• YOU’RE A PEACH 12" X 12"

Find them HERE.

Since here is the Sydney region we are in lockdown, it is a great time for crafting!

Here is a card I copied or CASEd from our catalogue that uses the Pansy Petals DSP.

The flowers and leaves are cut straight from the DSP. I used the coordinating Pansy dies, but you could easily fussy cut them. The stamp is from the Pansy Patch set. 

Another great way to use up & show off your favourite DSP is a Fun Fold card.

There are so many different types fun fold you can try, but here is a easy one to start with

This card uses the Pattern Party Host DSP (you can earn this with a qualifying order), but you could use your favourite DSP. 

The tag on the front is using the Tailor Made Tag dies and the stamp is from the Biggest Wish set.

To make this card, you simply fold the front of the card in half back on itself.

Try making this fun fold card yourself with your favourite DSP - I'd love to see the results!

Happy crafting.

Card Swap for a Creative Carnival

 Stampin' Up! is such a great community. I have made some wonderful friendships through Stampin' Up! and card making. Demonstrators support each other and encourage wherever possible.

Next month I will be participating in an event held by other demonstrators who are willing to share their time, talent and tips on cardmaking classes and more.

As part of this, we could participate in a card swap. If you've never heard of this before, it is where a group of people agree to make a number of the same card to the "swap" with others in the group, so that you end up with a number of other lovely cards. These can be used for inspiration, to display at events, or to use!

Here is the card I made, and a list of supplies used. Click on the photo below for the "Shop Now" option.

Pale Papaya card base & layer embossed with Ornate Floral embossing folder
Pattern Party Host DSP die cut with Hippo & Friends dies
In Color Shimmer Vellum in Pale Papaya die cut with Hippo & Friends dies
Basic White cardstock die cut with Penned Flowers dies
Pool Party cardstock (hand cut flag) stamped with "hello" sentiment from Artistically Inked Stamp Set in Misty Moonlight ink.
White twine from the Baker's Twine Essentials Pack.

Let me know what you think!

CASEing the New Catalogue!

 My latest Cards on the Go kits have gone out, and I CASEd the new catalogue.

I had heaps of fun making this one!

It uses a stencil easily made with the Brilliant Wings dies and our blending brushes to create a background for the butterflies. Click on the image above for a list of items I used on this project.

Here are some quick progress photos so you get the idea.

Can you find what page (or pages) it is on in the Annual Catalogue?

Hand-Penned Suite Collection

Over the next few months, I will focus on a particular Suite Collection or Bundle from the new Annual Catalogue. 

There are so many beautiful stamp sets and products, that it’s good to focus on one thing at a time. 

First up is the Hand-Penned Suite Collection. 

You can purchase the collection under one item number (155503) and you will receive:

• Hand-Penned Petals Stamp set (10% off)
• Penned Flowers dies (10% off)
• Hand-Penned Designer Series Paper (12" x 12")
  
• Genial Gems

If you’d like even more, you could add:

• Hand-Penned Memories and More Card Pack (155505)
• Hand-Penned Memories and More Cards and Envelopes (155501)

OR you can purchase any of the above separately. 

Today, I had my first play with the stamp set, dies and cards & envelopes to get this

I’ve stamped using the new 2021-2023 In Colours with the stamps, die cut the image, added some white twine behind it along with one of the square vellum doilies (which I coloured using a blending brush and Fresh Freesia ink). This is all set on a Hand-Penned Memories and More Card (with the Envelope underneath). Click on the photo above to shop the products.

The New Catalogue is a GO - Join me!

 It may be a rainy day here in the, but the excitement over the new catalogue puts a shine on the day!

Have you got your copy? Have you marked all your favourite things? Made a list? does your list continue to grow? Click on the link to the right to view a  PDF of the catalogue.

 

No matter how long your list is, you should definitely consider the value of this months JOIN+ offer.

You spend $169, and get FREE SHIPPING as well as choosing up to $283 worth of products. That is a saving over over $114!! You can't ignore the value in that!

There is no obligation to "sell" or hold events or anything at all.

CLICK HERE to find out more.