Seasonal Branches – Simple Christmas Card

 

The Seasonal Branches Bundle is one of the bundles in the new 2023-2024 annual catalog, and I love it because it is one of those sets that is very versatile. I made two cards on my Facebook Live video on April 18 that highlight the use of this set for a Spring/Summer card and a Fall card. If you missed the video, you can watch the replay here.

Today, I wanted to share an idea for this set to make a very simple Christmas card. Although it is simple, just a touch of color on a white base makes it a bit more elegant. It is also a card that you can “mass produce” quickly if you want to make a lot of the same card.

  • To begin, Emboss a 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″ piece of Basic White cardstock with the Basics Dots folder and adhere it to a Basic White card base that is 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″.
  • Crop one large and two small branches out of Pebbled Path cardstock using the Seasonal Branches Dies. Glue them onto the card front, arranging them into a tree formation. Refer to the photo for placement.
  • Using Memento ink, stamp the large berries image onto a scrap of Basic White cardstock, and color the berries with the light Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blends. Adhere to the card front over the tree branches using dimensionals.
  • Stamp the greeting onto a scrap of Basic White cardstock and crop with the die from the Timeless Arrangements die set. Attach to the card front with dimensionals. I used a greeting from the Inspired Thought stamp set, which is retiring very soon. If you don’t have this set, you can substitute a simple Christmas greeting stamp that you have.

 

 

  • For the inside, stamp a sentiment onto a 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″ piece of Basic White cardstock using Memento ink,  then adhere to the inside of the card. Again, I used a sentiment from the retiring Inspired Thoughts stamp set, but substitute a sentiment of your choice.

 

I hope that this shows you to think outside the box a bit with this stamp set and that you can make it work for you throughout the year for many different occasions.

At the time of this writing, the new products will not be available for order until May 2nd. I have listed the order numbers for them, as well as the current products used for this card.

  • Seasonal Branches Bundle – 161365
  • Timeless Arrangements Die Set – 161525
  • Pebbled Path Cardstock – 161722

 

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FB Live Recap: Seasonal Branches – Summer and Fall

 

It’s always fun to get new products, and even more so when there are also new colors to play with! That’s exactly what I was able to do for my video this week. The stamp set I used is the new Seasonal Branches bundle, and I used several of the new In-colors and returning color Lemon Lime Twist.

Watch the replay here if you weren’t able to catch the live video. I’ll also be posting directions for a simple Christmas Card using this bundle on my blog later this week, so be sure to check that out.

 

Here’s the cardstock requirements for the Summer card:
  • Card Base: Basic White – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Lemon Lime twist – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″, cut two
  • Second Layer(front): Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series Paper- 5 1/4″ x 2″and Basic White 5 1/4″ x 2″
  • Second Layer (inside): Basic White – 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Branch, Bird, Leaves, Flowers: Scraps of Basic White

 

For the Fall card, you will need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Cooper Clay – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Boho Blue – 5 1/4″ x 4″, cut two
  • Second Layer (front): Watercolor Paper – 5″ x 3 3/4″
  • Second Layer (inside): Basic White – 5″ x 3 3/4″
  • Bird, Leaves: Scraps of Basic White
  • Tree/Branches: Scraps of Pebbled Path
  • Pumpkins: Scraps of Pumpkin Pie

 

Most of the products I used will not be available until May 2nd. I’ve listed the product numbers for them below, as well as the current products used.

  • Seasonal Branches Bundle – 161365
  • Lemon Lime Twist Cardstock – 144245
  • Copper Clay Cardstock – 161721
  • Boho Blue Cardstock – 161724
  • Pebbled Path Cardstock – 161722
  • Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series Paper – 161289
  • Boho Blue Stamp Pad – 161650
  • Copper Clay Stamp Pad – 161647
  • Pebbled Path Stamp Pad – 161648
  • Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends – 161673
  • Moody Mauve Stampin’ Blends – 161660
  • Bubble Bath Stampin’ Blends – 161718
  • Copper Clay Stampin’ Blends – 161662
  • Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends – 161682

 

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FB Live Recap: On The Ocean

 

When I first saw the On The Ocean stamp set in the Jan-April 2023 mini-catalog, I was drawn to it, but I hesitated to purchase it because I thought it would be long gone after the mini-catalog retired at the end of the month. As a demonstrator, I was able to preview the new annual catalog at the end of March and to my surprise and delight, the On The Ocean set is being carried over! So of course I purchased the set with my next order, and I’ve made a couple of cards that I recreated on my video this week. Several of the images are made with distINKtive stamps, so when you stamp they are already pre-shaded.

If you weren’t able to watch the live video, you can watch the replay here. Be sure to follow me on Pinterest as well for other ideas using this and other products from Stampin’Up!

 

 

For the card with the die-cut ship, you will need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Night of Navy – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: By The Bay DSP – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Stamped Layer: Basic White – 5″ x 3 3/4″, cropped with the second largest Deckled Rectangle Die
  • Ship: Scrap of Early Espresso
  • Sails: Scraps of Night of Navy and Crumb Cake
  • Flag: Scrap of Night of Navy
  • Skull and Crossbones: Scrap of Basic White
  • Inside Layer: Basic White – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Inside Strips: Night of Navy – 4 1/8″ x 5/8″; By The Bay DSP – 4 1/8″ x 1/2″

 

 

For the card with the die-cut waves, you need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Night of Navy – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Basic White – 5 1/” x 4″, cut two
  • Waves: By the Bay DSP – 5 1/4″ x 1 1/2″;  Pool Party – 5 1/4″ x 1 1/2″
  • Flags: Scraps of Basic White

Here is the product list to make these cards. Keep in mind that the By The Bay DSP will be retiring with the mini-catalog and is NOT being carried over to the new annual catalog.

 

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FB Live Recap: Rhino Ready Fun-Fold Card

 

For my video this week, I made a cute fun-fold card using the Rhino Ready bundle. This was my first play with the set, and I absolutely love it! The rhino images are just too cute, and the coordinating dies pair perfectly to make sweet backdrops for the rhinos.

The inside of this card has a surprise element of the rhinos popping up and is sure to make you smile.

If you weren’t able to watch my live video, you can watch the replay here.

 

Here are the cardstock requirements to recreate this card:
  • Card Base: Flirty Flamingo – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Hello Irresistible DSP – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Inside Layer: Basic White – 8 3/8 x 5 3/8″m score at 4 3/16″
  • Sun: Hello Irresistible DSP –  4″ x 4″
  • Grass: Scraps of Hello Irresistible DSP
  • Tree Trunks: Scraps of Early Espresso
  • Tree Leaves: Scraps of Garden Green and Old Olive
  • Rhinos and Birds: Scraps of Basic White

 

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FB Live Recap: Two Easy Irresistible Blooms Cards

 

For my video this week, I wanted to show you how easy it is to make gorgeous cards using the Irresistible Blooms bundle and coordinating Designer Series Paper. I must admit, I didn’t jump on this set the first time I saw it as I thought, “Who needs another floral set?” But I was wrong in my thinking! The dies in the bundle crop out the two sizes of flowers as well as three different sets of leaves from the Designer Paper plus extra detailed leaves and background images. This really is a handy set to have, and with being able to cut out the images from the DSP, you can quickly make cards without a lot of stamping and coloring. Of course, if you have the time and love to color, by all means, use the beautiful detailed stamps to create your floral images.

If you missed my live presentation, you can watch the replay here. Be sure to follow me on Pinterest and my Facebook Group Page as well for other tips and ideas using Stampin’Up! products.

 

 

For the “Hello” card, you will need the following cardstock:

  • Card Base: Basic White- 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Soft Sea Foam – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8 (cut two)
  • Second Layer: Basic White – 5 1/4″ x 4″ (cut two)
  • Die Cut Circle: Soft Sea Foam – 4″ x 4″
  •  Flowers and Leaves: Hello Irresistible Designer Series Paper
  • Greeting: Basic White – 1/2″ x 2″
  • Inside Strip: Hello Irresistible DSP – 1/2″ x 5 1/4″ strip

 

 

Here are the cardstock requirements for the Birthday card:

  • Card Base: Flirty Flamingo – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Basic White –  5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″ (cut two)
  • Second Layer: Two different pieces of Hello Irresistible DSP, cut at 5 1/4″ x 2 1/4″ and 5 1/4″ x 1 3/4″
  • Stamped Flower and Leaves: Scraps of Basic White
  • Detailed Die Cut Leaves: Scraps of Granny Apple Green
  • Greeting: Basic White – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

I’ve listed the product used for these cards below. Please shop with me here if you’d like to purchase any of them or any other Stampin’Up! product. Thank you for your support!

 

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FB Live Recap: Easter Mini Treat Bag

 

Here’s the perfect little treat bag for your Easter goodies! Quick and easy to make, the bag only uses a 6″ x 6″ piece of Designer Paper, then decorate as you wish.

If you missed the live presentation this week, you can watch the replay here. Be sure to join me here every Tuesday at 2 p.m. ET for more ideas, projects, and tips.

For the treat bag, you will need a 6″ x 6″ piece of Designer Paper of your choice, scored at 1″, 2 & 3/4″, 3 & 3/4″, and 5 & 1/2″. Turn 90 degrees and score at 1″; this will form the bottom of the bag. For my sample, I used a piece of Dandy Designs DSP.

I decorated my bag with the carrot and leaf images from the Thanks A Bunch stamp set, stamping the images on a scrap of Basic White cardstock, then fussy cutting.

Here’s a list of products I used for my treat bag. If you would like to purchase any of them or other Stampin’Up! products, you can shop with me here. As always, thank you for your support!

 

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FB Live Recap: Fun-Fold Easter Bunny Card

 

For my video this week, I used the sweet little Easter Bunny images to decorate this fun-fold flip card. I also used some of the Dainty Flowers DSP, but any pretty flowery DSP  would work too.

If you missed the live presentation, you can watch the replay here.

 

Here are all the cardstock dimensions needed to make this card:
    • Card Base: Highland Heather – 6 3/4″ x 5 1/2″, scored and cut as shown on video
    • Cardstock Layers: Daffodil Delight: 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4″, 2 3/4″ x 4″, cut two at  5 3/8″ x 1 1/8″
    • DSP Layers: Dainty Flowers DSP – cut two at 1″ x 5 1/4″
    • Stamped Layers: Basic White – 2 5/8″ x 2 5/8″,  2 5/8″ x 3 7/8″

 

Here are the products I used for this card. The Dainty Flowers DSP was one of the free Saleabration items for Jan-Feb 2023 and is no longer available — you can substitute any of your favorite Designer Papers.

 

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FB Live Recap: Simply Succulents Masking Technique and Treat Box

 

Use a background die as a mask, and you have two different ways to use it! On my video this week, I showed you how simple this technique is as well as how you can create two similar but different cards. I also used some of the images to make a cute treat box that can be used as a table favor or small gift.

You can watch the replay of the presentation here. If you haven’t joined my Facebook Group page, be sure to do that so you don’t miss any video presentations as well as other information. Also, join my email list to receive important StampinUp! announcements and exclusive project ideas.

 

Here are the cardstock requirements for the card with the large die cut:
  • Card Base: Soft Sea Foam – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • Die Cut Layer: Soft Sea Foam – 5 1/2″ x 4 1/8″
  • Succulents, Flower Pot, and Greeting: Scraps of Basic White
  • Die Cut Succulents: Scraps of Mossy Meadow and Mint Macaron
  • Inside Layer: Basic White – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Inside Strips: Soft Succulent  – 4 1/8″ x 5/8″;  Soft Sea Foam – 4 1/8″ x 1/2″

 

For the Masked background card, you will need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Highland Heather – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer (cut two): Soft Succulent 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Second Layer (front): Soft Sea Foam – 5 1/8″ x 3 7/8″
  • Second Layer (inside): Basic White – 5 1/8″ x 3 7/8″
  • Succulents and Greeting: Scraps of Basic White

 

To make the Treat Box, you will need the following cardstock:
  • Box: Basic White Cardstock (or color of your choice) – 4 3/8″ x 4 3/8″, score each side at 1 1/4″
  • Succulents and Flower Pot: Scraps of Basic White

 

You can shop with me here if you would like to purchase any of the supplies listed to make these projects.

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FB Live Recap: Around The Bend

 

For my weekly video, I used another new stamp set/bundle from the current mini-catalog called Around The Bend. I especially like the dies that are in the bundle, and my video this week reflects that. I also like that the dies can be used to create backgrounds and embellishments for cards using other stamp sets. The designer paper that I used for the set is one of the free items for the current Saleabration period which ends next week, so be sure to place a minimum order of $50 to be able to receive this paper free!

If you missed the live presentation, you can watch the replay here.

If you’d like to recreate any of these cards, I have the cardstock dimension requirements and supply list below.

 

 

For the Floral “Hello There” card you will need:
  • Card Base: Rich Razzleberry – 5 1/2″ x 7 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″, cropped with the curved scallop die on the shorter side
  • First Layer: Dainty Flowers DSP – 5 3/8″ x 2 1/2″
  • Inside: Basic White – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Flower: Scraps of Rich Razzleberry and Fresh Freesia
  • Leaves: Scraps of Old Olive

 

 

For the “You Are A Blessing” card you need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Rich Razzleberry – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
  • First Layer: Dainty Flowers DSP – 5 1/2″ x 4 1/8″
  • Second Layer: Basic White – 5 1/2″ x 4″
  • Flowers for Front and Inside: Scraps of Rich Razzleberry and Fresh Freesia
  • Leaves: Scraps of Old Olive and Soft Seafoam
  • Inside Layer: Basic White – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″
  • Inside Strip: Dainty Flowers DSP – 5 3/8″ x 1/2″

 

 

Here’s what you need to recreate the Gnome card:
  • Card Base: Rich Razzleberry – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
  • First Layer: Dainty Flowers DSP – 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • White Curved Layer: Basic White – 3 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
  • Pink DSP Layer: Dainty Flowers DSP – 3 3/4″ x 2 3/4″
  • Blue DSP Layer: Dainty Flowers DSP – 4″ x 3 1/4″
  • Greeting: Basic White – 3″ x 1 1/2″
  • Flowers: Scraps of Rich Razzleberry and Fresh Freesia
  • Leaves: Scraps of Soft Seafoam
  • Inside Layer: Basic White – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″

 

To order any of the products used to make these cards, you can shop with me here. Keep in mind that the DSP used is only available as a FREE product during Saleabration, which ends on Feb 28th!

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FB Live Recap: Seaside Bay

 

Having just returned from the Caribbean, what better time to start playing with the Seaside Bay bundle?  The Coordinating Designer Series Paper is perfect for seashore backgrounds. If you missed the live video, you can watch the replay here.

 

For the seashells card, you need the following cardstock:
  • Card Base: Flirty Flamingo- 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Petal Pink – 5 1/4″ x 4″, cut two
  • Second Layer: Basic White – 5″ x 3 3/4″, cut two
  • Greeting, Stamped Shells, and Pearl: Scraps of Basic White
  • Small Pink Shells: Scraps of Petal Pink

 

Here are the cardstock requirements for the shorebirds card: 
  • Card Base: Coastal Cabana – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
  • First Layer: Crumb Cake – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″, cut two
  • Second Layer (front): By The Bay Designer Series Paper – 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Second Layer (inside): Basic White – 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Shorebirds: Scraps of Basic White
  • Inside Strip: By The Bay Designer Series Paper – 5/8″ x 5 1/4″

 

I’ve listed the products needed for the cards below. You may shop with me here if you would like to purchase any of the products. As always, thank you for your support!

 

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