Mask that...

Hi Beauties~

Hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend.  I enjoy those long weekends, because it gives me time to spend with family and friends and of course, extra time to get some stamping time in.  This is the card I made this weekend.

I love all the masks that have been around over the years and especially the stars that are in the current Stampin' Up! catalog.  I wanted to make my own butterfly mask and in this video will show you how easy it is to make your own masks with just some paper and punch(es).



Get your punches now and start making your own masks~



Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Washi Wednesday - Color that tape!!!

Hi Beauties~


It's Washi Wednesday...  Not much to say today except think of everything you can do with your Washi Tape!  Please send me any Washi Tape ideas that you have that I may not be aware of.  Until then, check this fun stuff out!















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Weekly Deals and Holiday Catalog - Stampin' Up!

Hi Beauties~

It's Tuesday again and that means it's time for Weekly Deals...YAY!!!  This week, they are really focusing on the Simply Pressed Clay products and inks to color the clay.  I have my set of all of these, so I won't be ordering anything, but I love all of mine and would surely tell you to get yourself some.  Especially while they are such a great weekly deal sale.

  

Also, I got my order of from the new Holiday Catalog.  Here is a video of the catalog, along with some of my favorites and a showing of the products.  Enjoy!!! P.S. Please ignore my nails, it is time for a manicure ;)


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Hello Honey, let's Build a Bouquet

Hi Beauties~

Today we are going to build a bouquet with Petite Petals and one of the newest Stampin' Up! In-Color's Hello Honey.  I saw a similar card and was inspired to create this card as I was browsing through my newly built Facebook page, I wish I knew who posted it, so I could give them credit for the inspiration.

I just love this color and the new Washi Tape that goes perfectly with this card, don't you agree?  Let me know your favorite In-Color.

 

Petite Petals Wood Stamp Set	133152
Price: $15.95
One shape, one idea, but six lovely flower designs to grow a diverse and gorgeous garden. You'll love how these wood mount images coordinate with the Petite Petals Punch and make perfect posies a reality. Set Quantity: 6

Petite Petals Punch	133322
Price: $12.95

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Good Crafternoon - You've been framed!

Hi Beauties~

I love my crafternoons!  It is when I get a little time alone to do my crafts (usually on a weekend).  Today, I want to show you how I turned the Hardwood stamp into a frame rather than just a mere background.  I stamped crumbcake card stock with baked brown sugar ink, then using my Stampin' Trimmer, I cut out the inside of the card stock to the size I wanted.  Then I spritz it with water and crumpled it to get a more weathered wood look.  This made a perfect frame for my flower.  Using Old Olive and Cherry Cobbler Blendabilities to color in my stamped images, I believe these inks make the images come to life.  I just love the new blendabilites and can't wait to see more and more colors come out in the future.  I used the standard A2 card size and trimmed the opposite corners with a my corner rounder punch.  These are just a few of the items that I used to create the Sympathy Card pictured below.

 Remember, just because it is a background stamp, doesn't mean it has to be used only as a background.  Get those creativity juices flowing and have a wonderful CRAFTERNOON !!!

In my Opinion:  Although the clear stamps are less expensive, I prefer the wood stamps for large backgrounds.  It makes it much easier and less messy.  Plus it's always ready with very little prep time.

 

Hardwood Wood Stamp Set	133032
Price: $17.95
When you walk into a house and see beautiful hardwood floors, you instantly drool. Get that same reaction to your cards with this wood mount background stamp.

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Partridge & Pear Tree

Hi Beauties~

Today I want to share with you a couple of cards I made this week.  I just received my Partridge and Pear stamp set from the now available Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog and just had to play with it.  I used my Blendabilities markers to color these two cards.  If you want to learn how I made the quilted look, or see my full view of the holiday catalog follow my youtube channel, and keep an eye out this weekend for both.

What a different a change of color can make!

Check out the new Holidays Catalog by clicking here now!


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Partridge & Pears Wood-Mount Stamp Set	133854
Price: $17.95
How do you balance holiday tradition with something new? With a proverbial partridge in a pear tree, of course! Adorn your cards, invitations, and gifts with the perfect finishing touch. Set quantity: 5.

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New Logo and Weekly Deals

Hiya Beauties ~

I just love this new picture that my cousin Jim at Doody Doodles made for me and had to share it with you all.  What are your thought?  I think it is the beez knees!!!  I have been doing some stamping, but not been able to get the pictures uploaded yet.  I will be doing some more videos today as well as some pictures of some pretty cards that I have made.  I will get them up as soon as possible, but I just had to share this great little picture that Jimbo made for me.

I also wanted to give you this weeks weekly deals as well.  There are a couple of great items I know I will be ordering, how about you?  If you see something you want, please order directly from me online 24/7.

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Copy and Share Everything - Pinch Top Box - Throwback Thursday

 Hi Beauties~

It's Throwback Thursday, so get out all those retired stamps, DSP, and colors...

I am so happy that their are so many wonderful stampers out there that I can learn from.  Just like you learn from me, I learn from others.  In the stamping world we often  use the acronym C.A.S.E., it means Copy And Share Everything.  I am casing a wonderful Pinch Top Box from Sam at Pootles.co.uk.  I saw this great box on Pinterest and had to CASE it for you.  I think this will make some great boxed gifts for Christmas this year.  So quick and easy.  All you need is a Simply Scored., some scissors and tape or glue.  A little decorating and you are good to go.

Measurements
Cardstock – 8 1/4 x 11″
Score on the LONG side at 2, 5 1/4, 7 1/4, 10 1/2″
Score on the SHORT side at 2, 6, 7″
DSP Panels - bottome piece 3 x 2 1/2″  and top piece is 3 x 1″




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Washi Wednesday - Congratulations Card using Washi Tape

Hi Beauties~  It's HUMP DAY!!! you know what that means???  That's right... It's WASHI WEDNESDAY <smile>

I love Washi Wednesdays, I hope you like it as much as I do.  I am so excited with all the new washi tapes that are out nowadays.  Stampin' Up!  has also come out with a whole bunch of new decorative tapes as well.  I just ordered them and am expecting UPS' Mr. Brown to deliver them by end of say tomorrow (so sad that it wasn't in time for this card).  I will make sure that I have the new tapes to show you next Wednesday.


Another one of my favorite are the Sassy Salutations stamp set.  It is only a small set of 6, but you can use it for so many occasions, I find myself using this set so often.

Sassy Salutations Clear Stamp Set	126707
Price: $17.95
Can I get a Z-snap? The greetings may not have a lot of sass, but the font sure does! This clear mount set is awesome for those fun cards and projects. Set Quantity: 6. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog. Don't forget to check out this weeks deals:   For Weekly Deals Click the link below: http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=1634&dbwsdemoid=2093073

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Reverse, Reverse... How to stamp a reverse image

Hi Beauties~

Ever wondered how stampers get that mirror reverse image?  If so, I want to show you how.  I made this card using wax paper to create this reverse mirror image.  Please read all the way to the bottom to see the youtube video created just for you!

I am really enjoying creating cards for my family and friends and more importantly sharing my "how to" with you so you can share with your family and friends as well.  If you too, are interested in demonstrating your techniques and stamping with your friends and family, please feel free to sign up as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and start your own business today.  I am sure you will enjoy it just as much as I do.  I would love to have you on my team and help you start your independent business today.  If becoming a demonstrator is not your passion today, then please feel free to follow me and  stamp along until you are ready.  For sneek peaks of future posts, see my videos and subscribe at www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl

Stamp set used in the featured card: Wetlands

 

Wetlands Wood Stamp Set	126695
Price: $21.95
Things are getting marshy in here! These wetland wood mount images are perfect for watercoloring and you'll love the all-purpose greetings also included. Set Quantity: 6 Featured Tool in this card:  Brayer

Brayer	102395
Price: $12.50
Provides uniform inking to larger areas like background stamps, or use it to create special ink effects. Includes handle and soft rubber attachment.

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Washi Wednesday is back...

Hi Beauties~

Here is the first Washi Wednesday in six months.  Sorry it has been so long - I have missed just as much as you.  I was so exited to be back in my studio again.  Today I am going to show you a couple of tips when making this card.  Can you tell by the picture what they are?

If not, watch this video to find out!

Don't forget to check out this weeks weekly deals.

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Stamping in New York.... Back in Arizona with more stamping to come !!!

Hi Beauties~

I am back from New York for a few weeks and am already loving being home in Arizona!  I don't even mind the heat!  I am back to ALL my stamp sets and most importantly, my Big Shot!!!

I can't wait to get back into making more videos for you all.  I did make some cards for our hotel guests quite often and they really enjoyed them.  Here are some of the cards I made while in NY.  Hope you enjoy them.

 This is a card that I made for my Dad's Birthday.  I used the What's you type for the background.

 This one I gave to my my grandson Trent for his first birthday, using Gorgeous Grunge and What's your type.  This card is similar to my Dad's birthday card.  That is because I made them on the same day because they both have the same birthday.

 This card was a fun one.  I sed the fleshtome blendabilities for the doggie.  I made this one for my brother.  He started his own salsa company called Mags & Tilly Salsa.  He couldn't go wrong because it taste just like my Grandma Esther's salsa.  I am so proud of him and can't wait to see where this venture takes him.

This card was just one of those happy accidents.  I was very pleased with the outcome and everyone who sees it, has told me how pretty it is.  I will show you in a later video how I did it.  So keep your eyes out for it.  I originally made it for my Mom, since I was really missing her.  My parents live in California, so we were 3000 miles from each other.  Well instead of sending this card, I decided to keep the card and drive cross country to go home and see her.  It was a great week!  I cried as soon as I saw her... No matter how old you get, it is always so comforting to be hugged by your Mom and Dad.

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Baby - Thank you, Thank you, Thank you

Hi Beauties~

My sister-in-law is pregnant and expecting her first child this month.  She lives across the country and I wanted to give her something she could use immediately.  So I made a stack of Thank you cards, as she just had a baby shower.

I sent them and within two days I received a lovely thank you from her.  She was so excited to be able to send a handmade personal card to the guests who attended her shower.  It warms my heart to know that she loves my crafts and appreciated the time that was put in to make a dozen thank you cards for her.  I also made a matching box using and idea from my June My Paper Pumpkin pinwheel, with just a quick scissor technique. 

Hope you like it.

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Gearing up for Father's Day

Hi Beauties~

As I get ready for Father's Day, I think of all the wonderful men in my life.  My little grandson, made my son a Dad, my Husband a Papa  and my Dad a Great Grandfather (aka Pop), this year.  I have made some great cards with my My Paper Pumpkin, but I had to use the Blendabilities to make this great card for my own Dad (Pop, as you already know).  I have many more cards to make this year over last year.  Here is one that I can't wait to get in the mail.  The Alphabet Rotary Stamp made it easy to personalize this card.

This was done with the Daffodil Delight and Old Olive Blendabilities.  I am also loving the Thick Twine, it looks great when it is unraveled piece by piece.  Now back to making more Father's Day cards for the great Dad's in my life!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrato

Bloom with Hope and Blendabilities

Hi Beauties~


Oh, the possibilities are endless, I am just loving both the Blendabilities alcohol markers and the Bloom with Hope Hostess set, coming in the new 2014/2015 Stampin' Up! catalog.  As you know, I have been very busy working on our hotel, but since these two items came in, I have made time to do some stamping.  Here are a couple of cards that I made using the Blendabilities (Stampin' Up!'s version of the Copic marker). 

 And the new hostess set that will be coming out soon, is the perfect stamp set to have for these markers.  The flowers are beautiful on their own, but then throw in some Cherry Cobbler and Daffodil Delight and you will be set to make these pretty cards on your own.

 I really love the rich colors on this flower, I felt like a real artist using the Blendabilities Alchol Markers!!!


Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Another Work of Art

I am just amazed at how simply Stampin' Up! has made it to create beautiful hand made greeting cards.  I can create a beautiful card in just seconds.  just grab a couple sets and some twine and you can come up with this simple card in under two minutes.  This Thank You hand stamped greeting card with be well received, I am sure!

I am so glad, that I am finally finding a little time to get some stamping in!!!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Loving the new stamp sets...

Hi Beauties~

Are you tired of the Work of Art stamp set yet?  Me neither.  I think this will be one of my classic go to stamp sets, along with georgous grunge (they work perfect together, by the way)  Here is the latest quick and easy card using, you guessed it, Work of Art.  This card took me about two minutes from start to finish, that is what I love, seeing that I am stamping lot's of thank you cards for our guests here at our new hotel (the Travelodge in Farmington, NY) .  Don't you think this is cute and simple?  It's just Crushed Curry and Cajun Craze on whisper white, one jewel and viola!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Pound Grape, then stamp grapes!

Hi Beauties~

I can't believe I have made time for stamping.  Well, if I can make time to go on a half day wine tour, then surely I can find time to make a few Thank you cards for the great servers at the vineyards.  Here is what I made with the Work of Art Stamp Set that will be coming out in the upcoming 2014/2015 Stampin' Up! catalog.  There are so many things you can do with this wonderful and versatile set.  Don't those grapes look so good!  Yummy!!!

 Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Happy Mother's Day

Hi Beauties~

Happy early Mother's Day to each and every one of you Mom's out there.  You are doing the hardest job in the world.  To celebrate my wonderful Mother. I made her this card.  I thought it came out so lovely, just like her!  This one of a kind creation is perfect for a one of a kind person.  I hope she enjoys it and I hope it gives you inspiration to create a card for someone special in your life.

 Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

What's your type?

Hello Beauties~


Okay, I am pretty sure you haven't seen too many sneak peeks of this stamp set from the 2014/2015 Stampin' Up! Catalog.  I won this "What's Your Type" stamp set at the Catalog Premier last month and have had so much fun playing with it (Thank you Prize Patrol).  I have had a hard time with the letters, but the shapes are awesome.  Here are a couple cards I made with this new set.  Enjoy!!!  Oh and I found this cute little flower frog at an antique show here in New York, so now I have something to hold my cards when taking pictures for you. YAY!!!

 This card above also has the Work of Art stamp set combined with the What's your type.

 This one was my first shot at letters.  

The letters come out rather large, so this would be better suited for scrapbooking, in my opinion.  

What do you think?

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You are a Work of Art

Hi Beauties~  I know it has been a long long time, my life has been very hectic lately and I haven't had as much stamping time as I would have liked.  My husband and I purchased a hotel in Farmington, NY and have put a lot of time into moving here from Arizona and also making sure this hotel gets up and running at a level that I feel is perfect for our guests experience.  If interested, you can check out our new hotel at www.travelodgefarmingtonnewyorkhotel.com, it is our little baby!    Although most of my life has been hotel, hotel, hotel, I did find time to go to the Stampin' Up! Catalog premier in Syracuse and took home a great new catalog and two stamp sets (I won one of them via Prize Patrol).  Well, my dear friends, here is a card I made with one of the new sets called Work of Art.  I think you may like the background that I used to take my picture of the card as well (just a little sneak peek, perhaps)  ENJOY!!!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Washi Wednesday - Faux Washi Technique

Hi Beauties~


Happy Washi Wednesday!!!  As promised, I am going to show you how I got the look of Washi tape with just some copy paper, Stampin' Up! Paper Trimmer, stamps and ink.


Wasn't that easy?  Here is the card I created in the video.

That was fast and inexpensive with a new look every time.  I will keep the templates for future quick Washi Tape looking cards.  I am traveling this week to New York.  I am pretty sure I will miss stamping with all of you, but when I come back I will make sure to get on here as soon as possible.  Thank you all for your support throughout the year.  I look forward to a wonderful 2014!


Remember, even though I am out of town or away from my computer, you can always order online from me at www.jeanpiersanti.stampinup.net


Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Think outside the box - Stamping Tips & Techniques

Hi Beauties,

I am loving this new trick I found to make my own faux looking Washi Tape.  Here is a sneak preview of the technique.  Tune in tomorrow to my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl to find out how I did this.  Make sure to subscribe to this blog and to my YouTube channel, so you will never miss any of my tips, techniques and great specials.

Here is another cute little label.  Can you tell me which punch I used to get this label?

Also, remember to think outside the box when creating you greeting cards and scrapbooks.  I used the round array stamp set here.  The close-up below I used to create the middle of this beautiful flower.

Hope you enjoyed today's Stamping tips.  See you tomorrow to show you how I created the faux washi tape.

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Quick & Easy Backgrounds for Handmade Greeting Cards

Hi Beauties~


Did you get a lot of Christmas gifts that came in bubblewrap?  I did, so I wondered if it would make a cool textured background for my hand made greeting cards.  The answer is yes!!!  I was so excited to see what a great background turned out.  First I tried it with ink refills and that came out way too messy and dark (too much ink).  Then I tried it by running it through the Stampin' Up! Big Shot in a sandwich bag.  That came out real nice.  I also tried it with the bubblewrap wrapped around a clear block and that came out just as well as the one I ran through the Stampin' Up! Big Shot.  So I decided that would be the one I showed you.  Very quick, very easy and such a great texture!  Here is the card I made along with a short video how to of how I did the background.

Wasn't that easy?  I hope you enjoyed this fast tip today!!!  And check out below how you can earn FREE MARKERS!!! Just for subscribing to My Paper Pumpkin.

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Quick, Simple & Easy Valentine

Hi Beauties~

Wow, it has been a while.  Hope your holidays were terrific.  Mine were great, with a lot of traveling.  I have been up and down the entire coast of California, been to Las Vegas twice and Reno is where I spent Christmas with my hubby's family.  I did have a great time, but I am happy to have a little time to relax at home and enjoy my craft room.  I wanted to get in a quick and easy valentine for you, since it takes a little longer when you have to make 20-30 little valentines for the kids schools, team and groups.  I thought this was a real neat one and also be used for a quick hello, thinking of you or thank you card.   I like it because this technique can also be used with virtually any punch.  Enjoy and Happy New Year to you and yours!!!

Don't forget to check out the new 2014 Occasions Catalog ~
CLICK HERE to View NEW Catalog

 

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