Stampin’ Up Sweet Shop Product Suite Video Tutorial #5April 23rd, 2012 Posted on April 23rd, 2012, 7 responses.
It’s freezing here today in Raleigh, NC…the kids had to pull some pants back out of their closets! That’s ok, because the Sweet Shop Product Suite by Stampin’ Up is making it so like summer in here this morning! The vibrant colors and darling images in the Sweet Shop Designer Series Paper and Sweet Shop Designer Stickers are so fun and are perfect for making summer time birthday cards, thank you cards, invitations or scrapbook pages. Thanks to the Mojo Monday Sketch for the inspiration today!
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I hope you’ve enjoyed this series…if you’ve missed any click the links below to view: Click here for the 1st video in this series. If you haven’t checked out my brand new e-book, Life Scraps…how to scrapbook your life through storytelling, I encourage you to! The price goes up on Wednesday. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND TO ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY! I think Karen sums it up perfectly: "I was exactly the kind of scrapper Catherine described as the overwhelmed scrapper who "got behind" and had thousands of images waiting. I faithfully had scrapped for 14 years and had 14 cover-busting albums, but I got behind and it had become a chore.
I read the first 20 pages of her book, Life Scraps, and saw that I had been looking at it all wrong. Her new approach about storytelling is so exciting, I can’t wait to get started. My life is FULL of stories and this is the way I can pass them on to future generations without burdening them with piles of books with hundreds of photos to look through.
I would treasure even a small book if my grandmother had written one that told about her real life, not just special events. I had previously done a lot with the pictures, maybe a title, and thought that would be enough. It’s not.
This book opened my eyes on every page. Thanks for opening my eyes to a new way to do this."
Thank you, Karen, for sharing your thoughts with me. I can’t wait to hear about your new scrapbooking journey!
Hope your Monday is fabulous and please drop me a note if you have any questions.
Stampin’ Up Sweet Shop Product Suite Mini CatalogApril 17th, 2012 Posted on April 17th, 2012, 4 responses.
Hello Friends! FIRST I must clear up a boo-boo I made! If you are a newsletter subscriber, you got a quick note from me saying your scrapbooking problems will be solved tomorrow, then I mentioned the 18th. I’m so sorry for those of you that I have teased long enough and are sitting on the edge of your seats…it is coming on the 18th. Which, now, IS tomorrow! So hold on tight, one more day! And please forgive me for getting you all excited, then making you wait one more day.
I do have some fun for you! How about #4 in our series using the Stampin’ Up Sweet Shop Product Suite from the Mini Catalog? Hope you enjoy today’s video! If you do, please click the like and share buttons! Thank you!!! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
Click here to view the Occasions Mini Catalog Click here to view this Product Suite in my Online Store!
Click here for the 1st video in this series. Please let me know if you have any questions and as always, thank you so much for popping in today!
Sweet Shop Product Suite Series #3April 13th, 2012 Posted on April 13th, 2012, 3 responses.
Are you ready for summer? We are smack dab in the middle of spring, but I’m seeing summer poking her head right around the corner. And if you were here in the stamping studio with me, you’d swear we were already there with these goodies from the Sweet Shop Product Suite by Stampin’ Up!
I’m glad you’re joining me today because I’ve got the 3rd video in the series using the these awesome goodies! They are fun with bright colors and yummy images. Literally yummy, because they are full of ice cream sundaes, cupcakes and cake! Today’s project builds on the 2nd video, so I’ve included the links below for your convenience if you missed them!
Click here to view the Occasions Mini Catalog Click here to view this Product Suite in my Online Store! If you are viewing this in a feed, click the title to visit my blog.
Click here for the 1st video in this series.
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How to Get a Good Crisp Stamped Image When Using Bold Rubber Stamps! Sweet Shop #2April 11th, 2012 Posted on April 11th, 2012, 12 responses.Boy that title is a mouthful! But that is exactly what this video is going to show you. Sometimes it’s a bit tough to get a nice bold, crisp, clear stamped image when you have a large bold stamp. Especially when using markers. View the video to see how to find success! (if viewing this in a feed, click the title to be directed to my blog)
Before I go, I have a tiny piece of news to share with you…I’ve been watching it closely and today the last order I needed came through (thanks, Shea!) and I earned the Stampin’ Up trip to FIJI! Can you believe it…Fiji? Are you kidding me? I highly doubt Fiji is a place that Randall and I would ever travel to (not that we wouldn’t WANT to!), so we are so greatful for the customers and downline that participate with me in my business so that we now have this amazing opportunity. I truly appreciate all of YOU that choose ME as your demonstrator. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Hope you have a marvy day (thanks again to Shea for the fun term, "marvy"!).
Sweet Shop Product Suite…another series for you!April 9th, 2012 Posted on April 9th, 2012, 3 responses.
It’s time for another series of videos and tutorials! Yay! This time we are going to use the deliciously wonderful Sweet Shoppe Product Suite from the Occasions Mini Catalog by Stampin’ Up! This Mini Catalog expires on April 30, so if you like these goodies be sure to order them before they are gone. Click here to view the Occasions Mini Catalog Click here to view this Product Suite in my Online Store!
View the video to see how this card came together: Thanks to the Mojo Monday sketch for the inspiration! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks while I bring you more cards made with this product suite. Thank you for popping in today, I hope you have a lovely day!
Stampin’ Up! Sale-a-bration Favorites #7 in the Series: How to Make a Swing CardMarch 5th, 2012 Posted on March 5th, 2012, 8 responses.
The Sale-a-bration My Favorites Series has been one of my favorites so far! This series had lots of fun cards including:
Which is your favorite!? I wanted to wrap this series up with a bang, so I decided to do a Swing Card. I first tried one of these several years ago and honestly, I thought it was a bit too complicated and wasn’t impressed. StampNation Members! I have another way (I think it’s an easier way!) to get this same effect. Video coming… Details on membership: http://www.catherinepooler.com/stamp-nation-2/
I decided to give it another try and made several of them to get the hang of it with the measurements and folds and such and I’ll say, once you practice a bit they are quite easy to make! Be sure to have the measurements nearby and take your time. If you mess up a few times, don’t give up! View the video to see how to make a Swing Card! Measurements:
Does this make sense? The directions sound involved, and are tricky to write out, so let me know if I made any errors!
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I hope you have enjoyed this series of cards and videos! If you like the products seen here, they can be ordered in my Online Store. VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO ORDER STAMPIN’ UP DOWNLOAD THE SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG
Have you seen my exclusive My Friend Video Series? The first video kicks off with a Clean and Simple Card and teaches you how to tie a flat bow. CLICK HERE to see the first one, then be sure to put your info in the box to the right of the video to become a subscriber! Happy Day stamper friends!
Eva’s Sale-a-bration My Favorites Card #2March 3rd, 2012 Posted on March 3rd, 2012, 5 responses.
Hello Friends! Our plan was to leave for NY last night, but there is a big storm coming through so my mom said to stay put. We are leaving early this afternoon…wish us luck! No speeding tickets, minimal screaming from said children and safe travels! We’ll probably stay in a hotel somewhere around Harrisburg, PA. Luckily, Eva stamped some cards for her teacher last week so I have some beatiful art work to share with you! I cut the cardstock for her and helped her with ideas and we made this card together. It’s a beauty, don’t you think? And yessem! It uses some of my most favorite goodies. Stampin’ Up Supplies:
On Facebook I mentioned that I was playing with some swing cards the other day…stay tuned, for that and the 7th card and video in my Sale-a-bration My Favorites Series!
Sale-a-bration Favorites Bonus Video #2!February 29th, 2012 Posted on February 29th, 2012, one response.
Just wanted to pop in here to let StampNation Members know I just posted another bonus video tutorial in the series, Sale-a-bration My Favorites! Not a member yet? I invite you to join this passionate community of paper crafters committed to taking their craft to the next level. With the 159th video just added, you will never lack for inspiration or opportunities to learn. Click here to learn more and to start your membership: http://www.catherinepooler.com/stamp-nation-2/
Eva’s Favorites…Stampin’ Up Sale-a-brationFebruary 28th, 2012 Posted on February 28th, 2012, 7 responses.
Eva has jumped on board with my Sale-a-bration Favorites series! She made this card to give to her teacher tomorrow. She made another one that I’ll share with you later in the week, too. Quick post from me tonight. Being sick for almost a week has really put me behind, but I’m rounding the corner! Have a great one!
Sale-a-bration My Favorites Series #6 and Video TutorialFebruary 27th, 2012 Posted on February 27th, 2012, 4 responses.
I’m thrilled you are popping in here for the 6th project in my Stampin’ Up Sale-a-bration My Favorites Series! I am loving this series….the products, the colors, the designs, the fun! This card is a party for the eyes…all the colors and the patterns make me very happy. I started out with the same base as the other cards in this series. 4-1/4 x 11" folded in half, then a 4 x 5-1/4" layer textured with the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing folder. It definitely had a mind of it’s own and is overflowing with fun things to look at. View the video to see how this card came together. There are a lot of things going on with this card…leave me a comment and let me know what your favorite element on this card is!
I love the opportunity these little flag banners gave me to use several different patterns of DSP. I’ve been using banners and flags on lots of projects lately…different ways to use them to spice up your card making. Just love ‘em! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
Stampin’ Up Sale-a-bration My Favorites #5 One Layer CardFebruary 24th, 2012 Posted on February 24th, 2012, 5 responses.
Happy Friday, friends! I’m on the couch today with another darned cold. Yes, this is #11 since I had pneumonia in May. Absolutely ridiculous! I should have a counter here in the sidebar. This is getting old. I was able to make a One Layer Card for you today, though no video. We started this series with a pretty simple card. As the series has gone on, we’ve added layers, embellishments, accessories…
When creating a One Layer Card, focus on layering stamps with different shades of ink and consider adding some texture to your project. I added some texture using the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder and just inserted my cardstock partway into the folder. If you are interested in learning more about One Layer Cards, there are several threads and samples on StampNation.
Thanks to the challenge at Clean and Simple Stamping for the sketch to inspire me! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
My monthly newsletter comes out soon! Are you signed up? Subscribers will get a bonus card in this series and they also get my exclusive My Friend Video Series. Visit the front page of my website to view the first video in the series and to sign up! www.catherinepooler.com
Sale-a-bration Favorites Video Tutorial Series #4February 22nd, 2012 Posted on February 22nd, 2012, 19 responses.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here to check out the 4th card and video tutorial in the series on my Sale-a-bration Favorites! Today we are using (again!) the Elementary Elegance Stamp Set, Fresh Vintage Stamp Set, Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper and the Ribbon and Brad Bundle. All 4 of these products are FREE with a $50 purchase of Stampin’ Up product through my Online Store. (One free for each $50 purchase.) VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO ORDER STAMPIN’ UP DOWNLOAD THE SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG
This combination of colors (Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie and Very Vanilla) create such a fresh, romantic and vintage feel. I love it! I can’t tell you how much I am loving working with these projects. I usually do 5 projects in each series here (along with a couple bonus projects for StampNation Members)…but I don’t know if I can stop at 5 for this one! If you missed the first 3 projects click to view: Have you seen my exclusive My Friend Video Series? The first video kicks off with a Clean and Simple Card and teaches you how to tie a flat bow. CLICK HERE to see the first one, then be sure to put your info in the box to the right of the video to become a subscriber! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
Thank you for visiting today! Stay tuned, the 5th video in this series is a serious party of color and pattern…you don’t want to miss it!
Today’s project was entered in the following challenges: SUO Challenges, My Time to Craft, Tuesday Throwdown, Color Throwdown, Crafts and Me Challenges, Fresh Brewed Designs, Simon Says Stamp! Share with your friends if you like this post!
Stampin’ Up Sale-a-bration My Favorites #3 in the seriesFebruary 20th, 2012 Posted on February 20th, 2012, 5 responses.
We are on to card #3 in my series on Stampin’ Up’s Sale-a-bration…my favorites! I really followed a lot of design elements from my 2nd card, just tweaking a few things. I guess I loved the one from Friday so much, I wanted to use the idea again. I love using a strip of DSP this way. Just cut a piece 3/8" x 12, run your bone folder along it (think curling ribbon at Christmas Time) and it curls so nicely! It’s unique and fun and adds a great pop of color.
View the video to see how this was done and be sure to check out these amazing Labels Framelits from the Spring Occasions Mini Catalog. (If viewing this post in a feed, click the title of the post to be directed to my site).
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Before I go, I wanted to share a photo with you. On Saturday, it was 60 degrees and every kid and adult on our street was out hanging for about 6 hours. It was Glorious! Sunday that all changed…look what we woke up to this morning! Snow in Raleigh, North Carolina! It’s all gone now…maybe our only dusting for the year because spring is right around the corner!
Share with your friends if you like this post! Have a super day! Sale-a-bration My Favorites #2 in the Series Video TutorialFebruary 17th, 2012 Posted on February 17th, 2012, 7 responses.
I have a funny story about today’s card. Yesterday I filmed this video right before the kiddos came home from school, edited all the photos and started the blog post. All I had to do this morning was edit the video, upload and finish the post. Easy peasy! This morning when I began to edit the video, I found all kinds of things wrong it. It was an editing nightmare! yikes! So, I took a big breath and re-did the video. Like completely over. From scratch. This NEVER happens…I’m not a perfectionist, so I usually just go with "good enough, you get the point!" lol! I decided to tweak my design a bit and I actually think I like this card a tiny bit better than the first one! I also decided to turn lemons into lemonade and have some fun with the first video. I "edited" a lot out, but kept in a lot of bloopers and added some other fun stuff to it. I was glad to have some comic relief for myself after a few stressful obstacles I’ve dealt with this week. Where is the video? Well, I save some of my wackiest stuff for members of my site, StampNation. I guess I feel "safer" there and my ridiculousness isn’t all over the internet for everyone to see. So, if you are a member, hop over in a bit to see the edited/unedited version. Not a member? If you dare, CLICK HERE FOR DEETS and join us today!
Now on to the card. This is the 2nd video in the series on my FAVORITE Stampin’ Up Sale-a-bration products! I began running video series back in July and I have really enjoyed them. It’s a great way to see many different ideas using one set of supplies (sometimes with a few other goodies thrown in. I just can’t resist!!). If you’ve missed my past series, or just want to take another peek at them, CLICK HERE to peruse them all. If you missed the first card in THIS series, click here to view it!
What do you think of today’s photograph? I am constantly refining how I take photos. There are some bloggers out there with some top notch photos that I envy, but mine just aren’t at that level. I just started using Photoshop and I think they look a bit better. Also, do you like a plain white background, or one with some contrasting DSP like in this photo? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
Have a wonderful day and I hope you can carve out a few minutes to stamp today!
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