Category: Techniques

Tin Tile Ceilings & Embossing Folders

So yesterday I showed you a couple of cardstock samples using the new Tin Tile Embossing Folder. Today I want to show you samples using all our Foil Papers.

First, check these ceilings out:
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Tin Tile Image-1Oh my gosh!! Breathtaking!

I made a few samples today using the Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. I used a sponge dauber and StazOn ink on each of our Foil Papers. They are super shiny so it was a little tricky to photograph…but still…stunning!
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Tin Tile-3Do you want it yet? I’d say Stampin’ Up! nailed it. Here is a sample made by the talented Lorna Raczynski using Mint Macaron Cardstock and then Bright Copper Shimmer Paint daubed on top. The possibilities are endless.
Tin Tile-4I hope these samples inspire you to create something beautiful. You can order this Tin Tile Embossing Folder and more from my online store HERE.

Use Hostess Code TF32B9E and receive a package of Festive Farmhouse Elements if your order is over $50 before shipping & gst.
Festive Farmhouse ElementsAlso, a reminder to register for the Stamp Cafe on September 29th. Deadline to register is Monday, September 17th.
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Thanks for stopping by,
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Dry Emboss It!

Have you ever tried to dry emboss your Designer Series Paper? It adds another layer of texture to your projects.

Here is one done on the Peekaboo Peach patterned paper in the Painted Autumn DSP pack:
Painted-Harvest-6We used the Layered Leaves Embossing Folder…but instead of putting the raised side up, we used the indented side (de-bossing). 

The next pairing is the Christmas Around the World DSP and the stunning Winter Wonder Embossing Folder:
Labels-to-Love-1Snow on snow…I love it!

And finally, a sample using the Quilted Christmas 6″ x 6″ DSP pack and the Quilt Top Embossing Folder:Christmas-Quilt-1Look how much it adds to the original striped pattern?

Remember, the Buy 3, Get 1 FREE Designer Series Paper Sale is on right now. Check the list for your favorites, but if you can’t make up your mind which ones to get, participate in the paper share. (The paper share closes on October 10th.) Here are the details again.

Designer Series Paper Share – October 1 – 10th

If you are undecided, and would like a little sampling of ALL the papers on sale, why don’t you consider participating in a paper share. All those participating will receive 1/2 a package of all of the designer series papers that are on sale this month.

    • Painted Autumn (holiday catalogue) – 6 each 12 x 12 sheets
    • Christmas Around the World (holiday catalogue) – 6 each 12 x12 sheets
    • Wood Textures (annual catalogue) – 24 each 6×6 sheets
    • Color Theory – 24 each 6×6 sheets
    • Petal Garden – 24 each 6×6 sheets
    • Whole Lot of Lovely – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Naturally Eclectic – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Coffee Break – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Pick a Pattern – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Be Merry – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Birthday Memories – 6 each 12 x12 sheets
    • Delightful Daisy – 6 each 12×12 sheets
    • Just Add Color Specialty – 6 each 12×12 sheets

That works out to 108 sheets of designer series paper. If you were to purchase packages of all of these papers you’d pay $185 + shipping and tax. But if you participate in this paper share you only pay $85 (plus shipping if required)!! What a great way to get a sampling of all these papers! Anyone in Canada can participate.

The Paper Share is only available until October 10th and will be ready for pick up or shipped the week of October 16th.

Request your paper share today!

Click HERE to place an order, and use this October Hostess Code at checkout: F3F76PWZ

I hope you are having a wonderful weekend with family and friends.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone,
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Ready to Roll

Ready to roll has a few meanings in our house this week:) We are back from a week of rest in the Rocky Mountains, and now it’s time to roll..to get a move on…to snap to it…to get’er done! Only 31 more days until the wedding and there’s no time for sitting around people! LOL!

But “ready to roll” also refers to a technique I’m going to share with you today. I’d like to introduce you to one of the fabulous tools Stampin’ Up! has: our brand new Sponge Brayers.

Sponge Brayers are one of those handy little gadgets that serious stampers love to have in their tool box. To use, simply roll it over your ink pad, then roll it over your background stamp or piece of cardstock. It lets you apply a thin, uniform layer of ink over broad areas – such as a background stamp or embossed cardstock. It is a very simple technique that even beginning crafters can enjoy.

Brayering makes embossed paper stand out! See the Irresistibly Floral Specialty Designer Series Paper on page 127 of the new annual catalogue to see what I mean!Technique-Roll-5You might think that your brayer doesn’t have enough ink on it, but usually there’s plenty. Try it out on a piece of scrap paper first to see if the brayer has the color saturation you want for your project. Technique-Roll 1Look how beautiful it looks on this Thank You Bag!Technique-Roll-2You can brayer over our Hearts and Stars Decorative Masks…
Technique-Roll-3And over plain cardstock to create an ombre effect of color…
Technique-Roll-4Wow! There are so many things you can use these brayers for!! Are you ready to roll?? If you don’t have one,  what are you waiting for? The Sponge Brayers are a great value – they include two handles and four sponges (1-3/4″ wide).

Sponge Brayers   #141714   $10.75

Remember the July Bonus Days. For every $60 you spend this month, you will earn a $6 coupon to use towards an August purchase. Click HERE to go to my online store.

Have an awesome day! Thanks for stopping by.
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