Gilded Autumn Card

The Gilded Autumn suite is one of my favourites from the August-December 2020 Mini Catalogue and this card shows it off so well. The soft colour palette of Mint Macaron, Crumb Cake, Cajun Craze, and Early Espresso is accented with stunning copper foiling.  I love it!

The stamp set has many beautiful leaf images and a gorgeous font for the sentiments.  The coordinating punches make it easy to quickly stamp and punch all the leaves you need for your project.

I designed this card back in July but didn’t get it posted so I’ll take this opportunity to post it and wish all my friends and family in the US a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Products Used:

Beautiful Autumn Bundle (155189)
    - Beautiful Autumn Stamp Set (153450)

    - Autumn Punch Pack (153609)

Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper (153520)

Very Vanilla Thick Cardstock (144237)

Very Vanilla Cardstock (101650)

Early Espresso Cardstock (119686)

Mint Macaron cardstock (138337)

Cajun Craze cardstock (119684)

Crumb Cake cardstock (120953)

Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193)

Stitched Shapes dies (152323)

Ink:

    - Crumb Cake (147116)

    - Early Espresso (147114)

    - Cajun Craze (147085)

More Halloween Fun - Home Decor

Here are a couple more Halloween projects using the Magic in this Night suite from Stampin' Up!

Magic in this Night Banner

I love creating banners. They make great home decor pieces and are so simple to make.  They also fold up so they are easy to store and pull out as the seasons change.

I started with Basic Black cardstock and added the designer series paper (DSP) from the Magic in this Night pack. The border die cut from black glitter paper continues across the banner with each panel showing a different punch or die. The cat punch, bats, and spiders, all cut from the black glitter paper, create a glittery focal point for each panel. The playful alphabets dies spell out BOO! And the stamp set is featured on the last panel.

To The Bat Mobile!

No, not the batmobile!

This was so fun to make.  I started with a piece of cardstock 4-1/4" x 2-1/2” and scored it on the short edge at 1/2”, 1”, 1-1/2”, and 2”

I folded on the score lines and added adhesive to create a tube.  I threaded the metallic mesh ribbon though the tube and tied it to create the hanger.  Two strips of the border dies cut from black glitter paper were added on each side as well as an additional strip of the glitter paper. The Happy Halloween was stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black ink and then restamped with Versamark and embossed with clear embossing powder.  I fussy cut around it and added it to the top of the mobile.

I then strung twine through the holes and then added bats and spiders cut from the DSP and from glitter paper at various lengths. I created 3D bats with three of the same shape, scored down the centre and glued together around the twine.

The stamp set and dies can be purchased separately or as a bundle with 10% off. The DSP is a great mix of Halloween and floral images that can be used for any occasion.

Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween!

Products Used:

Hallows Night Magic Bundle (155188)

    - Hallows Night Magic Stamp Set (153356)

    - Halloween Magic Dies (153565)

Magic in This Night Designer Series Paper (153517) 

Cobwebs 3D Embossing Folder (153578)

Black Glitter Paper (153518)

Metallic Mesh Ribbon (153550)

Memento Tuxedo Black ink (132708)

Versamark Ink (102283)

Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder (109130)

Halloween Magic

The Halloween products in the Aug-Dec 2020 mini catalogue are a real treat this year. Some spookiness, some cuteness and a whole suite of magical elegance. 

Here are a few ideas for treats you can share featuring products from the Magic in This Night suite as well as other products from the mini catalogue. 

Label Die Bag Toppers

The bag topper shown above was super easy using the Halloween Magic dies and the Mosaic Gusseted bags.  Add a little of the gorgeous Metallic Mesh ribbon and a few glittery bats and you’re done!

Little Treat Boxes

The Little Treats dies are so versatile and are perfect for every occasion with just a change of colour and embellishments. Here I’ve used Basic Black cardstock which I’ve embossed with the Cobwebs 3D embossing folder from the suite. Wrapped with a strip of the Magic in this Night designer series paper and tied with the Black Glittered Organdy ribbon it’s all set to add a yummy treat. The spider adds just the right amount of spookiness.

Round Tins Treat Holders

The round tins are larger than I expected and can fit packaged or homemade treats. I love that they are food safe.  I added a scalloped circle cut from the black glitter paper and a label punched from the DSP using the Label Me Lovely punch, and a stitched circle stamped with one of the great sentiments from the Hallows Night Magic stamp set.  The orange and purple wrapped chocolates from Quality Street Chocolates were a perfect treat to include.  

  

Label Dies Candy Stick/Lip Balm Treat Holders

The label shapes from the Halloween Magic dies also make great treat holders shown on page 52 of the mini catalogue with lip balms in them.  With a few adjustments I found they worked for candy sticks I found at Bulk Barn as well. 

Curly Wurly Treat Holder

This treat is a longtime favourite of mine.  Credit goes to Sam Hammond Donald from Pootles Papercrafting.  They are super simple to make and you can make 5 from one sheet of 12 x 12 paper. Simply cut the paper into 3" x 9" pieces and wrap them around using Tear & Tape or Seal + adhesive to secure.  The Curly Wurly chocolates can be found at Walmart, Bulk Barn, or anywhere British candies are sold.  Finish it off with a quick label and a bit of Metallic Mesh ribbon.

So many great options to create some fun, spooky treats!  Happy Halloween!

Products Used

Hallows Night Magic Bundle (155188)

    - Hallows Night Magic Stamp Set (153356)

    - Halloween Magic Dies (153565)

Magic in This Night Designer Series Paper (153517) - Save 15% until Oct. 31, 2020!

Cobwebs 3D Embossing Folder (153578)

Black Glitter Paper (153518)

Iridescent Pearls (153549)

Metallic Mesh Ribbon (153550)

Little Treat Box Dies (153571)

Mosaic Gusseted Cellophane Bags (153509)

Round Tins (153544)

Label Me Lovely Punch (151296)

Glittered Organdy Ribbon - Black (147897)

Many Mates meet InColors

One of my favourite things about the launch of a new catalogue is the introduction of new In Colors. For this card I had to use them all!  Bumblebee, Just Jade, Magenta Madness, Misty Moonlight, and Cinnamon Cider - which one is your favourite?
I also used the new Many Medallions dies. This card has very little stamping, letting the new Many Medallions dies and the beautiful In Color ribbons and enamel dots do all the work.

Products used:

Whisper White thick cardstock (140272)

Whisper White cardstock (100730)

Many Medallions dies (153584)

Many Mates stamp set (152633)

Save 10% with the Many Mates bundle (154083)

In Color ribbon

- Bumblebee (153622)

- Just Jade (153621)

- Magenta Madness (153623)

- Misty Moonlight (153624)

- Cinnamon Cider (152482)

In Color enamel dots (152480)

Versamark Pad (102283)

Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder (109131)

Heat Tool (129053)

Stitched Shapes dies (152323)

May Classes To Go

One of my favourite parts of being a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator is holding classes to share my love of stamping.  Since we can't get together right now, I will be offering my classes in a 'to go' format.  This month I will be featuring three bundles.  One that will be retiring with the current annual catalogue on June 2, 2020, one that will continue to be available in the new catalogue, and one that is brand new in the new catalogue but is available now!

In each To Go class your class fee includes the featured bundle and tax and shipping.
Plus you will receive FREE from me:
- the paper and embellishments, cut and ready to create 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
- a tutorial outlining the steps to create the cards

Additional supplies will be needed to complete the cards but will be outlined in the tutorial. These will generally include:
- ink pads (cards will be designed so that colours you likely have on hand will work)
- selection of your preferred adhesive
- blocks for the stamps

Oh no! Say it isn't so! - class fee $72
register by May 18

This class features the Clubhouse Bundle which includes the Clubhouse Stamp Set and the Golf Club Dies. I'm so sad it will be retiring June 2. Don't miss out!

CLUBHOUSE CLING STAMP SET

Celebrate all things masculine and sporty with the detailed golfing, line-art images in the Clubhouse Stamp Set. Create a golf-themed greeting card for the men in your life.

GOLF CLUB DIES

Create fun cards and projects for the golf lovers in your life using the Golf Club Dies. The dies include a die-cut golf ball, golf clubs, golfer, and more. Pair with the coordinating Clubhouse Stamp Set to quickly cut out stamped images from the set. Make Father’s Day cards, birthday cards, and more! Great for masculine projects.

(substitution minimum order amount (before tax and shipping) = $56.50

Yay! It's going to stay! - class fee $90
register by May 31

The Timeless Tropical Bundle, which includes the Timeless Tropical Stamp Set and the In the Tropics Dies will be the highlight of this class. It will continue to be available but not with the bundle savings of 10%

TIMELESS TROPICAL CLING STAMP SET

Create memorable projects with the retro tropical imagery in the Timeless Tropical Stamp Set. Combine the tropical images with the striking sayings to make greeting cards to brighten someone’s day.

IN THE TROPICS DIES

Create fun tropical die cuts for cards and projects using the In the Tropics Dies. The dies include die-cut palm trees, hibiscus flowers, a pineapple, and more. Pair with the coordinating Timeless Tropical Stamp Set to quickly cut out stamped images from the set. Make thank you cards, birthday cards, and more.

(substitution minimum order amount (before tax and shipping) = $71

Oh wow! You can get it now! - class fee $80
register by May 31

The Ornate Thanks bundle includes the Ornate Thanks stamp set and the Ornate Borders dies. This early release bundle is part of a whole suite of beautiful products.

ORNATE THANKS PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
Make thank you cards and other paper crafts to express gratitude to those you love using the Ornate Thanks Stamp Set. These photopolymer clear stamps make it easy to stamp a thankful sentiment right where you want it on your project. A variety of sayings help you find the perfect words to express your thanks.

ORNATE BORDERS DIES
Create lacy, floral borders and accents using the Ornate Borders Dies. These dies are great for your handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and other paper crafts.

(substitution minimum order amount (before tax and shipping) = $63.00

Ready to register?  Here are your options:

Option 1: Email me at c.carmichael@bell.net.  Let me know which class or classes you would like to sign up for and you will pay your class fee(s) which includes shipping via etransfer. Payment by cheque may also be possible if you are an existing customer. If you already have the featured bundle, you can order other products as long as your order meets the order minimum posted for each class.

Option 2: Place your order online at stampwithchris.stampinup.net using the host code M9GSDNRC. You will need to order the featured bundle for the class you select.  OR, if you already have the featured bundle, you can order other products as long as your order meets the order minimum posted with each class. Your order will ship directly to you and I will drop off or mail your class materials to you.

Option 3: Order the packet of cardmaking supplies for only $15.  This option is only available to my team of Happily Ever Crafters.  Join the fun today!

For all options, packets will be ready for pickup or mailed out starting May 25