Valentine Suckers to Make Using the PS I Love You Stamp SetFebruary 6th, 2012 Posted on February 6th, 2012, 2 responses.
Are you planning to make Valentine’s with your kids, or do you buy them from the store? We have always made them…paper crafting is my JOB after all, so how could we buy them? Well this year I have a 6th grader (no valentines for her) and my 3rd grader informed me that her class isn’t doing them anymore, either. That leaves me with the 1st grader. My fingers were crossed. She came home from school the other day, saw these 2 suckers on my desk and immediately got started on making 25 of them. Not even joking. She got busy right away and worked on them until they were done, stopping only to sleep and go to school!
The only thing I did for her was cut the 3 x 6 pieces of cardstock and thread and tie the ribbon. She did everything else. NOTE: 3 x 6 fits perfectly when cutting 12 x 12" cardstock with no waste, but a 3-1/4 x 6 gives you more room to line it up on the die…she had to work at it to get it lined up to cut right on the die. There was barely enough room to make the cut. She has a bit of perfectionism running through her blood, so I was worried it would send her over the edge, but she did great! View the video to see how it was made: If you don’t have the Scallop Squares Duo die, you can use other shapes, or simply cut your cardstock to 3 x 6 and fold in half. Stampin’ Up Supplies:
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Moving Cards: Stocking Pop-Up Christmas Card!November 2nd, 2011 Posted on November 2nd, 2011, 15 responses.
This looks like an ordinary Christmas Card, right? A cute little stocking with my favorite Jingle Bells, some Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Series Paper, and some textured cardstock…cute and fun.
Now, imagine opening it up looking for the regular ole run-of-the-mill Christmas Gretting and signature. Instead, you find this:
A Pop-up element that is sure to surprise and delight the recipient! I’m not joking when I say this is SO STINKIN’ SIMPLE! Watch! Yes, I Know! Easy peasy! Can you tell I was pumped about this card? I have a really fun idea to take this type of card up even another notch and add even more fun and surprise to the inside of this card….that video will be coming to StampNation within a week. Be on the lookout! Also, members, I’ve been doing my homework. Many of you asked for more fall projects…they are coming! TONS of awesome things are going on at StampNation…. Click here for the details and registration. Measurements:
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This card was entered in the following challenges: The Paper Shelter, Artimpressionsstamps, Crafting For All Seasons, The Pixie Cottage, Stampavie, Fresh Brewed Challenges, Ribbon Carousel, Papertake Weekly, All That Scraps, 7 Kids College Fund Click on of the buttons below to share this post! Thank you!!!!!!!!! Stampin’ Up Fall BannerOctober 26th, 2011 Posted on October 26th, 2011, one response.
Hey, Friends! Hope you are well on this crisp fall morning! I love, love, love this time of year! This is also the time of year where we start making the switch from Fall and Halloween projects to Christmas! Are you ready? I’ve got a couple things to inspire you.
On to today’s project!
I have a tease in here again…do you see it? The Doily…demonstrators can order it when the next Mini Catalog comes out on pre-order. Customers, I believe it will be January 5. If you aren’t a demo yet, and are interested, be sure to check out the FREE Big Shot (or $100 shopping spree) being offered through October 31. Click here for more information.
I used quite a bit of fun stuff on this project:
Oh, my goodness…I JUST realized there are NO LEAVES on this banner! What is WRONG with me? I’m off to add some. Yikes! A fall banner with no leaves?
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Stampin’ Up Moving Card – Fancy FoldsOctober 19th, 2011 Posted on October 19th, 2011, 32 responses.
Thanks to everyone that left a comment on my Youtube Video yesterday asking kind of Stampin’ Up Holiday Card Ideas you are looking for!! Quite a few of you said "Moving Cards"!!! Since this is birthday week at my house (my daughter, then mom, then hubby all in one week!), I needed to make some special cards today. Special cards. You want to see moving cards, fancy folds and 3D cards. My wheels started turning!
View the video to see what I came up with and how to make it. Measurements for Accordian Fold Tag:
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This fun folding card gives you a ton of room for mutliple signatures, love notes or stamping fun!
What do you think? Leave me a comment and let me know what you think, and be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post to share this on social media!
Here is the same card, different papers and embellishments. This one is for my mom!
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Holiday Card Series…. I’ve been a stampin’ fool and I’ve got 12 Holiday cards that are perfect for mass-producing: Coming soon for StampNation Members! Click here for the details and membership benefits. You will love all there is to offer on this great membership site!
I entered today’s card in the following challenges: Stamptacular Sunday, The Crafty Pad, 365, Fab’n Funky, My Time to Craft, IC Sketches, Top Tip Tuesday, the Pink Elephant, Lexi’s Creations Wild Card Wednesday: Sweet Tooth Day!March 2nd, 2011 Posted on March 2nd, 2011, one response.
This week at the kids’ school is Teacher Appreciation Week and today is Sweet Tooth Day!
Oooh, Ghirardelli Toffee Interlude…have you had these? Absolutely Divine….and what makes it even better? A little Designer Series Paper…Springtime Vintage to be exact! Some fabulous ribbon. A stamped sentiment. A touch of bling. I could have really fancied these up, but with the moving of the rooms (details here), quick and easy was the way to go this time.
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Stampers’ Q&A: How Do I Assemble Stampin’ Up’s Candy Wrapper Die?October 4th, 2010 Posted on October 4th, 2010, 5 responses.
Have you seen this stinkin’ cute (120890) Candy Wrapper Die in the Stampin’ Up Holiday Mini Catalog? It is too darned cute for words! I had a little trouble figuring out how to assemble it, so I thought I would film a video to show you how! Once you power through the learning curve, it’s easy peasy and ADORABLE! See for yourself!
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Blossom Party Big Shot Die Gift BagApril 27th, 2010 Posted on April 27th, 2010, one response.
If you are a Facebook Fan (click here to visit), you would have seen the cards that Eva made last month for her friends’ birthdays. Between my 3 girls, we had about 15 birthday party invitations. Wowsas! That puts a pinch on the wallet, and really works out the Mom Taxi Service. Luckily, my girls love to craft and they make the cards and even decorate the gift bags. You know Stampin’ Up’s In Color Line has Rich Razzleberry and Melon Mambo, but did you know Target has those 2 colors in TISSUE PAPER!!?? That sure made it a snap to get Kraft Gift Bags and make a quick, coordinating bag for the gift. Eva and I cut out a bunch of flowers from the Blossom Party Big Shot Die and she went to town! This bag is her creation! And if you’re a new blog reader of mine….Eva is FIVE. She did a great job, didn’t she? Stayed tuned…next month you will see more of the Blossom Party Die, and club gals, you’ll be playing with it! Want to join one of my clubs? Details here for Local Club and Online Club.
Glittery Brad Video TutorialApril 21st, 2010 Posted on April 21st, 2010, one response.
Today I wanted to show you how to make this “Glitter Brad“. It’s sassy, isn’t it!!?? I started with a 5/8″ Neutral Brad from Stampin’ Up!, smooshed a Pop Up Glue dot on top of it, spread it out a bit and rolled it in my Champagne Fine Galaxy Glitter! See yesterday’s post and video on how to make the gift card holder. See all the glittery awesome-ness for yourself!
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I hope you have a wonderful day! I have my last class today before the cruise. The kids are counting down, especially Eva (the youngest Pooler girl)! She counted the days down for us last night before going to bed. So cute! Have you signed up for my e-mail newsletter? You can do so here. You will get exclusive projects, tutorials, information and specials only for Catherine Pooler’s newsletter subscribers….and it’s delivered straight to your inbox!
Very Vintage Jumbo Wheel Gift Card HolderApril 20th, 2010 Posted on April 20th, 2010, 4 responses.
Hey, Stampers! I hope you are having a great Tuesday. I’m in the middle of a super busy week…I had a downline event last night (I will share samples later on my Facebook Page, so be sure to hop over there and become a fan!) Tonight and in the morning, I have my Scrappers’ Express class, then Thursday I will go set up my group’s booth for the Southern Women’s Show and Friday I will be working it all day (if you’re in Raleigh, come in and see me!). That leaves Saturday…that is packing day! I’ll be gone all next week on Stampin’ Ups Cruise, but I am setting up posts for you all week long. PLUS, I will be having a special, so be sure to check back here or sign up for my e-mail newsletter so you don’t miss out! On to today’s project. This is a simple envelope (YUP, envelope!) that was sealed, wheeled, cut, crimped and embellished, Put a gift card or a love note inside. Quick, easy and darling! View the video to see how easy it is.
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Check back tomorrow and I’ll show you how to make the Glittery Brad!
Stampin’ Up Fancy Favor Box DieApril 3rd, 2010 Posted on April 3rd, 2010, one response.
Happy Easter Weekend everyone! Today I have another little Easter treat to share with you in case you have a last minute gift you need to put together. You can also make these for other types of candies for use all spring long and again for Mother’s Day! Here is my first project. I used the Fancy Favor Big Shot Die and cut out my box, then I put a 2 x 12″ strip in to cut again the wavy top and make the score lines. I adhered that to my box, then assembled, then punched the Curly Label Punch to make a window for the bunny. I thought this was cute, but it wasn’t really what I was going for. See how to assemble the Fancy Favor Box here.
My next shot at creating a cutie little Easter Treat was to cut the Fancy Favor Box about 2″ short of the top as shown in the picture. This gave me a short box perfect for a basket with a handle. This was it! Alana claimed these for her teachers, I hope they liked them!
View the video to see how to make this sweet eyeleted handle!
You know you want a Big Shot of your very own to make fabulous and easy projects like these. Hop over to my Online Store, and it will be delivered to your door. Remember, orders of $150 or more get HOSTESS BENEFITS (and you’d be half way to getting $20 in free merchandise from me). Yes, my friends…that means FREE STAMPIN’ GOODIES FOR YOU! Supplies:
Have a wonderful Easter and be sure to check back here Monday morning. I have a special announcement for you! Shades of Spring Designer Series Paper Easter/Spring BasketApril 1st, 2010 Posted on April 1st, 2010, 2 responses.
Hi Stamper friends! I’m a bit tickled today! What do you think of my pictures? I got a photography lightbox, woohooo! The photos look nice, I think! What do you think? I was just thinking the other day that I haven’t posted many videos this month. Usually I post 3 a week. Well, mom duties took priority with my 2 big girls home for the first 3 weeks of March, then the littlest girl has been on spring break this week. I’ve said it before, I feel lucky that I have the flexibility to be home for them when they need me. We didn’t do anything “big” for their breaks, just some smaller fun things like ice skating, roller skating, swimming at the YMCA, movies, play dates, and of course, crafts. But that’s what “real life” memories are made of, right? Plus, I figure those girls are getting a pretty big treat in 3 weeks and 2 days…but who’s counting? I have earned 6 out of the 6 Stampin’ Up Incentive Trips that I have been eligible for, and Randall and I have made the most wonderful memories of our own. Now it’s the girls’ turn to come along with us. On April 25 we all leave for the Stampin’ Up! Incentive Trip to the Southern Caribbean. Yipppee! Ok…enough rambling…my project today is an Easter (or Spring!) basket. It’s simple to make with a square sheet of paper. I used a 9×9″ peice of Shades of Spring Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up and scored at 3″ all the way around. Cut on 2 opposite sides to the center score line, fold on all score lines. On each side, bring the top inside corners of the outside squares to meet in the middle of the middle square. HUH? Does that make sense? Here, just view my video, it’s short ’cause this is EASY!
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Check back tomorrow, I will have another spring basket to share using the Fancy Favor Big Shot Die! Fancy Favor Big Shot DieMarch 10th, 2010 Posted on March 10th, 2010, 2 responses.
How stinkin’ cute is this Bunny Box!!!!!!!!!!! oh. my. goodness. I know! I’m dyin’, too. My Cards and Projects Club Members got to make this box at their FREE CLASS this weekend. Want to make something equally as cool? Join my Local or Online Cards and Projects Club and the projects you make with me will turn you into a pro papercrafter! And if you hurry, today is the deadline to get in on OCP for March. Send me your shipping fee, place your order and I will have your make and take kit out to you by Friday. Check out how easy it is to assemble the 115965 Fancy Favor Bigz Big Shot Die.
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Chipboard Heart Ornament – Embossed!February 8th, 2010 Posted on February 8th, 2010, 2 responses. Happy Monday! I have another project for you today for the Valentine’s Tree that I’ve been working on and it involves Embossing and chipboard! You can also use this adorable heart to embellish a card, scrapbook page, notebook cover, etc. Several embossing and chipboard tips:
I hope you enjoy the video! Be sure to leave a comment to let me know what you think and if there are other embossing projects you’d like to see! I’ve got a few planned, but I’d love to know what you would like to see as well! (I actually filmed this video a few weeks ago, BPN…before pretty nails. Haha!)
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If you want to cut your own chipboard hearts:
Did you know if you purchase the Big Shot machine and $50 worth of dies (or other goodies), your order total will be over $150. You will get for FREE, 3 Sale-A-Bration sets, a Level One Hostess Stamp sets and $15 in free product of your choice! Happy Stamping Everyone! Tiny Tags Stamp Set, Jewelry Tag PunchJanuary 21st, 2010 Posted on January 21st, 2010, one response.
Hey, Friends! Today’s project is a little gift that I gave at a recent party I had. Look at how an ordinary Hershey Bar turns into something special with a little bit of the Sending Love Specialty Paper, Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon and a stamped Jewelry Tag. View the video to see how I measured and cut the paper and how to make the cute little jewelry tag!
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Visit the gallery to see more samples with Tiny Tags (under Occasions Mini Catalog) and more! You can purchase a whole spool of Pink Satin ribbon, or get 3 yards of 9 different colors here. Happy Stamping Everyone! All January Online Orders placed get entered to win my Stamp of the Month, Wings of Friendship. |
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