5/30/2024

Throwback Thursday - Make Stars for the Christmas, Summer Parties and more!!!

Creating paper stars with Designer Series Paper (Stampin' Up!'s version of patterned paper) is a delightful and versatile craft that can add a touch of magic to any occasion, whether it's Christmas, a summer party, or any other celebration.  Paper stars are not only visually appealing but also relatively easy to make, making them a great activity for crafters of all ages.  Here's a quick guide to creating beautiful paper stars for various occasions!






Thank you for your support, and your online orders! I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
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5/29/2024

May Paper Pumpkin Unboxing - Stampin' Up!

Unboxing the May 2024 Paper Pumpkin Subscription Box from Stampin' Up! is an exciting experience for crafters and enthusiasts alike. As you peel back the layers of packaging, the first thing that strikes you is the vibrant and thoughtfully designed exterior, hinting at the creativity contained within. Opening the box reveals a neatly arranged collection of crafting supplies, each component meticulously chosen to inspire and delight. The signature light blue tissue paper offers a delightful pop of color, setting the stage for the treasures beneath.  If you are considering subscribing, I'd love to have you join me each month as we put together our Paper Pumpkin Kit and make alternative cards using the kit as well.  This put-together takes place FREE on zoom for my Paper Pumpkin Subscribers and my Stamping Beauties Team!  See the video below to see this month's unboxing.


Click Here to Join Paper Pumpkin


Thank you for your support, and your online orders! I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/24/2024

Free Tutorial Friday - Spotlight Stencil


Beauty and the Stamper’s Free Tutorial Friday


Spotlight Stencil - Penciled Pear


Order any items in this tutorial at my online store: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net






Directions

Stamps:  Penciled Pear


Ink/Coloring: Memento Black, Lemon Lolly, Pool Party, Basic Black


Paper: Basic White Thick


Punches/Dies: 3” Circle Die, 2 ⅜” Punch


Adhesives: Stampin’ Dimensionals



CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE CREATE ALONG VIDEO


Directions

Cut Basic White Base at 5 ½” x 8 ½”, score at 4 ¼”

Cut (3) Basic White Layer at 5 ¼” x 4”


Punch 1st Layer with 2 ⅜” Die, 2nd Layer with 3” Circle Die to make stenciled that can be used over and over


Use Blender Brushes to Stencil Circles one over the other (offset)


Stamp in Basic Black and then flick speckles using the cap of a basic black marker


Adhere with Dimensionals and your card is recipient ready!





Product List

Thank you for your support, and your online orders! I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
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5/23/2024

Choose Online Classes for a Fun Time!

Here are the items we made at today’s Paper Party & Bingo Event.





So much fun and prizes were at today’s event.  I hope you will join me in a future online class/event.

My online card making class is a fantastic way to tap into your creative side and master the art of crafting personalized greeting cards. My classes are designed to cater to a range of skill levels, from absolute beginners to seasoned crafters looking to refine their techniques. Typically, my online card making class will include, step-by-step live sessions where you can interact with the me and fellow participants.

Materials covered in these classes often include a variety of card stocks, embellishments, stamps, inks, and cutting tools. You will learn different card making techniques such as stamping, embossing, die-cutting, and layering to create depth and texture along with tips for adding personal touches that make each card unique. 

Some event classes may include pre-made kits with all the necessary supplies, making it easier to get started right away.

Handmade cards are perfect for birthdays, holidays, thank you notes, or just to brighten someone's day. The personal effort and creativity put into each card can make a significant impact on the recipient, showing them that you care. Moreover, card making can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby that allows you to express yourself artistically. Whether you're looking to make heartfelt gifts or simply enjoy a new craft, an online card making class offers endless possibilities and a supportive community to help you along the way.  If you are interested in participating in one of my classes, please add your email (to the pop-up when you come to BeautyandtheStamper.com) and I will add you to my mailing list that announces my online & in-person classes each month.


Thank you for your support, and your online orders! I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
 Jean Piersanti 

 *My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
 *Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
 *Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/22/2024

Plan With Me using Ephemera and Stickers


Plan With Me using Ephemera and Stickers



Decorating your planner with ephemera and stickers can transform a mundane organizational tool into a vibrant, personalized masterpiece. Ephemera, which includes items like ticket stubs, postcards, and other paper memorabilia, can add a nostalgic and unique touch to your planner. Stickers, on the other hand, bring color, fun, and even functionality to your pages. By integrating these elements, your planner not only becomes more visually appealing but can also serve as a creative outlet and a reflection of your personality.

Watch Video Here


Thank you for your support, and your online orders! 
I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/21/2024

Why participate in Stampin’ Up! Swaps

Participating in Stampin’ Up! card swaps offers a multitude of benefits for crafters of all skill levels, fostering creativity, community, and inspiration. Firstly, card swaps provide an excellent opportunity to share your own creations and receive handmade cards from fellow enthusiasts. This exchange not only broadens your exposure to different styles and techniques but also allows you to appreciate the unique creativity of others. It's a wonderful way to learn new crafting methods, discover fresh ideas, and see the diverse ways that Stampin’ Up! products can be utilized.


Can you guess which one is mine?











Thank you for your support, and your online orders! I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties!
Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/20/2024

Stamp & Sail Creativity Cruise


A Crafting Retreat like no other. 
Unlimited food, fun and stamping time.

I hope you will join me for a fun and relaxing Mexican Riviera Cruise, where we will be creating cards, and many fun other types of paper-crafting projects!

 

Registration is now open, and seats are limited!

 

Date: October 16th - 20th, 2025

Ship: Firenze

Ports:

  • Los Angeles, CA (Embarkation)
  • Catalina Island, USA
  • Ensenada Mexico
  • 4 days of fun, creative stamping and paper-crafting projects!

 

Be sure to share with your friends and family! Even if your friend or family member isn’t a crafter, they can still vacation with us! Guests who cruise with us do not have to participate in the crafting portion of the trip. 

 

To participate in the crafting portion of the cruise, crafters must be at least 16 years of age. Stamping Registration is through Jean Piersanti (Beauty and the Stamper), while Cabin Booking is required through Carnival Cruise Line directly.

Please CLICK HERE for the Stamp & Sail Registration Form through Beauty and the Stamper.
 

Once we are in the new catalogs for 2025, I will choose the products that will be included in your package, along with the project kits. I will be sending a package to your home, and all you have to do is bring that along on the trip! PLEASE DO NOT OPEN THE PACKAGE SENT TO YOU BEFORE WE SET SAIL! As the dates get closer, I will send more information with other basic items you will need to create your projects!

 

Here are some more fun-facts about the cruise!

 

  • We are blessed to have 4 fun filled days for our paper crafting-fix! 
  • Projects will be self-paced, so you can work on these at your leisure
  • PDFs included
  • All meals included
  • Goodie bag will be included with great items!
  • Cruise t-shirts will be available (watch for email after registering for more details)
  • Prize Patrol
  • Tons of Games
  • PJ Party
  • 24 hour room service

 

I can't wait to spend time with you all! Please let me know if you have any questions!

I look forward to Stamping & Sailing with you!
Jean Piersanti
Beauty and the Stamper

JeanPiersanti@gmail.com

 

Register for Stamping Package Today

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE INFORMATION

Reserve your cabin by calling: 1-866-721-3225 ext.70229

 

Event Name:  STAMP AND SAIL

Booking # L6JQ47

Currency: USD

 

Day Port to Call Arrival Time - Departure Time

4-DAY BAJA MEXICO

THURSDAY LONG BEACH (LOS ANGELES), CA Departs 4:00PM

FRIDAY CATALINA ISLAND, CA 8:00AM5:30PM

SATURDAY ENSENADA, MEXICO 8:00AM 5:00PM

SUNDAY FUN DAY AT SEA All Day

MONDAY LONG BEACH (LOS ANGELES), CA Returns 8:00AM

 

Booking Terms and Conditions

Required deposits/payments must be up to date at all times to maintain your cabin(s). 

Cabins which do not have the required deposit/payment will be automatically cancelled. 

 

Guest Information:

We will require the guests full legal name, gender, date of birth and guest contact phone numbers with full per person deposit. 

Tickets are nonrefundable. Tickets are nontransferable and names changes are not allowed. 

 

Cabin Price Description

· Rates are quoted as an average per person based on number of travelers per cabin.

* Single occupancy is available at 200% of the average double rate for all categories. Please note to calculate the single fare you must first combine the cruise fare.

· Please note: any occupancy changes may require a cabin change, subject to availability.

· New cabin requests will be priced at the current rate at the time of request.

· Triple, Quad, Quint occupancy may require the use of a trundle bed.

· The Vacation Protection Program is optional – but strongly recommended – please see the "Optional Vacation Protection Plan" section below for more details.

All staterooms, inclusive of the balconies, are an entirely smoke-free environment. Smoking is prohibited in all guest staterooms and balconies. Guests who smoke in these areas will be assessed a $500 USD cleaning and refreshing fee on their Sail & Sign account.

 

Cabin Price Description - Rate Per Person (*DOUBLE OCCUPANCY)

8B 8B Balcony $373.00 Per Person/*Double Occupancy

8A 8A Balcony $370.00 Per Person/*Double Occupancy

4E 4E Interior $215.00 Per Person/*Double Occupancy

 

Payment Guidelines

Deposit $25 Per Person/Double Occupancy JULY, 8th 2024

2nd Installment $150 Per Person/Double Occupancy JUNE 18th, 2025 

Final Payment In Full Per Person/Double Occupancy AUGUST 2nd, 2025

 

. All requests require the appropriate amounts or booking is subject to being cancelled.

. Based upon the Payment Guidelines, cabin requests not deposited may be released without notice. 

. . In order to be covered by the Vacation Protection Plan, premiums must be received by the final payment date.

. * Single guests are required to pay 200% of the deposit amount – The system will recalculate the deposit amount required, during any occupancy changes.

. Fares booked under the Early Saver promotion and subsequently changed to a new rate code will continue to follow the Early Saver terms, conditions, and restrictions.

 

Optional Vacation Protection Plan

Cabins in 8B & 8A $65 

Cabins in 4E  $49 

. Each guest's Vacation Protection Plan premium is based on the price charged for their cruise vacation.

However, all travel elements purchased from Carnival are covered when the guest buys coverage, i.e., air, transfer, packages.

. Vacation Protection Plan premium for single occupancy will be higher than those listed above.

. Vacation Protection Costs are based on the total cruise vacation cost. The plan cost is fully refundable only if you are canceling outside Carnival's published penalty period.

 

Required Itemized Tax, Fee, Port Exp., & Fuel Sup  from Carnival Cruise Line

ANIMAL,PLANT,HEALTH FEE $1.68 Per Person/Double Occupancy

TAX, FEE & PORT EXPENSES $105.35 Per Person/Double Occupancy

CUSTOMS FEE AMOUNT  $6.97 Per Person/Double Occupancy

IMMIGRATION TAX  $3.00 Per Person/Double Occupancy

INTL DEP CRUISE ONLY TAX  $3.00 Per Person/Double Occupancy

Total $120 Per Person/Double Occupancy

· Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses, as used by Carnival Cruise Line, may include any and all fees, charges, tolls and taxes imposed on us by governmental or quasi-governmental authorities, as well third party fees and charges arising from a vessel’s presence in a harbor or port. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses may include U.S. Customs fees, head taxes, Panama Canal tolls, dockage fees, wharfage fees, inspection fees, pilotage, air taxes, hotel or VAT taxes incurred as part of a land tour, immigration and naturalization fees, and Internal Revenue Service fees, as well as fees for navigation, berthing, stevedoring, baggage handling/storage and security services. Taxes, Fees, & Port Expenses may be assessed per passenger, per berth, per ton or per vessel. Assessments calculated on a per ton or per vessel basis will be spread over the number of passengers on the Ship. Subject to applicable laws, Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are subject to change and Carnival reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full.

· PrePaid gratuities may be arranged covering the team service staff, Maitre D' and Cabin Steward.

All rates and terms are subject to change without prior notice.

 

Send Payments :

Carnival Cruise Line

MSRV 406n

P.O.Box 526170

Miami, FL 33152-6170

 

Guest Changes:

Name changes or additions are allowed at Carnival Cruise Lines discretion. Name changes are subject to cancellation charges and any rate increases. There is a service fee for any correction involving names, and for any changes to departure cities on Fly-Aweigh guests, and/or for any changes made on pre or post cruise packages within 60 days of sailing. For such late changes, supplement charges may also apply.

 

Medical or Physical Requirements:

Any Guest with special medical, physical or other needs requiring medical attention or special

accommodation during the voyage is requested to contact Carnival's Special Needs Desk at

specialneeds@carnival.com or by calling 305-599-2600 ext 70025, to discuss the details of their special needs.

Carnival recommends that any Guest who is not self-sufficient travel with a companion who shall take responsibility for any assistance needed during the voyage and in case of emergency.

 

Dining Preference:

Dinner in the Main Dining room is served in two sittings: Early (6:00 PM) or Late (8:15 PM). Dining assignment is confirmed when names and full deposits are provided. If your preference is not available, you may be waitlisted and an automatic email notification will be sent if clearance occurs. Due to limited number of large table availability, parties greater than 10 guests may need to be accommodated at different tables.

 

Cruise Ticket Contract shall be valid only for the person named on the form thereof for whom it is issued and cannot be transferred without Carnivals written consent. The terms and conditions set forth in the Carnival Cruise Ticket, as well as the policies and procedures provided on board, published on Carnivals websites and/or brochures are binding and incorporated herein by reference.

 

Travel Documents

U.S. citizens taking a "closed-loop" cruises (sailings that both originate and terminate in the same U.S. port) are not required to have a passport, but will need proof of citizenship such as an original or certified copy of a birth certificate, a certificate of naturalization, a passport card, an enhanced driver's license (EDL) as well as a government-issued photo ID. Children are also required to bring proof of citizenship and if 16 and over a photo ID is also required. For more information, please visit: http://www.carnival.com/cms/faqs/new_passport_requirement.aspx

Travel Documents

Minors Groups:

Guests under the age of 21 must travel with a relative or guardian of 25 years of age or older. Parent or guardian assumes responsibility for any minors they are traveling with and, may not under any circumstances, purchase alcoholic beverages for any guest under the age of 21. Must have a chaperone for every 8 minors.Guests 12 and younger: may travel in separate staterooms. However, minors must either be directly across the hall or next door. Minors may not be assigned to a balcony cabin without a relative/guardian. Guests 13 - 17 years of age: can be booked up to 3 staterooms away from their accompanying adult. Guests 18 - 20 years of age: do not have any restrictions and may book whatever location they prefer. Prepaid gratuities and/or damage deposits of $100 USD per minor guest may be required for minor groups of 8 cabins or more.


Thank you for your support, and your online orders! 
I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 

*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/16/2024

Embossing & Bleaching Techniques - Throwback Thursday

The bleaching stamping technique is an innovative approach often used in paper crafting to create unique patterns and textures. This method involves using bleach as a stamping medium to remove color from material in a controlled way, allowing artists and DIY enthusiasts to add a distinctive flair to their projects.


Embossing in stamping is a technique widely used in the arts and crafts world to add a raised, textured effect to card stock. This method not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of projects but also provides a tactile element that can elevate the overall design of handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and other decorative paper craft items.


Watch the, throwback, video below to see how to created a hand stamped card, years ago, using these techniques that can obviously be used today to create beautiful handmade cards that will wow your recipient!




                                                                                           


Thank you for your support, and your online orders! 
I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 
*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links

5/15/2024

Plan With Me! Classic Vertical Happy Planner

Decorating a planner with stickers is not only a fun way to express your creativity, but it also enhances productivity by making your schedule visually appealing and easier to follow. Here’s how you can get started on personalizing your planner with a variety of stickers.

First, choose your stickers based on your personal taste and the functionality you desire. There are countless options available, from vibrant and whimsical to sleek and professional. Consider using themed stickers that align with your activities; for example, use coffee cup stickers to denote coffee dates or meetings, and airplane stickers for travel days. Stickers can also be used for reminders, motivational quotes, or simply to mark important dates.

Next, plan out your layout. Before sticking anything down, it’s helpful to lay out your stickers on the pages to see how they fit together with your schedule and tasks. This step ensures that there's enough space for both your stickers and your entries, keeping the planner functional.


This week I chose to use my Girl Boss Sticker Pack to decorate my Happy. Planner.  I think it turned out to, not only be empowering, but will definitely keep me on track this week!




Thank you for your support, and your online orders! 
I greatly appreciate each one of you Beauties! 
Jean Piersanti 


*My YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stampinupgirl 
*Order Stampin' Up!: https://JeanPiersanti.StampinUp.net 
*Post May Contain Affiliate Links