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Just a quick picture for you today...here is a little framed decor that I made using the Work of Art stamp set that I received at the catalog premiere! It will be available for purchase on June 2!
As a reminder a selection of Project Life by Stampin' Up! products go on sale tomorrow! Stay tuned for details about a special #PLxSU product share that I am offering!
Wishing you a creative day!
Kerry
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Last night I attended the red carpet premiere of the new Stampin' Up! annual catalog -- it launches for the public on June 2nd! When you see what is on the inside you will fall in love with Stampin' Up! all over again...so many wonderful products...fabulous layout...gorgeous new In Colors! Like I said you will fall in love all over again!
Here's a look at the cover:
All attendees left with a brand new stamp set...so fun! You'll have to wait and see what it is but I will tell you it an incredibly versatile one and I can't wait to get started stamping with it!
Tell me...what do you notice on the catalog cover that you are most excited about? Please be sure to leave a comment and let me know!
Before the event I met up for dinner with some fellow Stampin' Pretty Pals members and we swapped projects. I have not photographed them all yet (you'll see them over the weekend), however I wanted to share the very CASE-able cards I brought that feature the brand new Project Life by Stampin' Up! (#PLxSU) line:
Not long to wait for the #PLxSU products...a selection will be available as of May 1! Additional items will be available when the catalog launches at the start of June.
Would you like to receive the catalog shown above for free?
I'm delighted to provide a free catalog to anyone makes a minimum $25 product purchase from my online store!
Place an order today to receive your free catty!
Wishing you a creative day!
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P.S. Click here to view all retiring products. All items are while supplies last -- order today before you miss out!
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Have you ever been half way to a celebration (and by half way I mean an hour or so into a 3-1/2 hour drive) and realized that while you were so busy making a cute set of note cards and a really fun gift bag (and documenting the whole thing for your blog) that you somehow managed not to make a card to go with the gift?
Has it happened to you? It did to me. Guess this means I need to make a really fabulous card when the baby arrives since I completely missed the boat for the shower!
When I showed you the little note card holder yesterday and the gift bag, I also showed you a "picture" that Brooklyn colored for the baby. Did you miss it? Here you go:
I mentioned that I made a set of coloring pages and I thought I would share the rest with you today:
These should give you a good sense for the scale -- all the sheets you see are standard 8-1/2" x 11" pieces of copier paper that I printed out here at home. MDS makes it so easy to create coloring pages like this and you can make them with any digital stamp brush set that has an outline. They are quick to make up and you can keep the little ones happy with coloring!
Next time you have a gathering that will include litttle ones, consider making up a batch of coloring sheets and setting them out with a nice fresh box of crayons! The coloring pages are certainly for more than just special occassions, they are perfect for a rainy day activity or even just a little quiet time.
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P.S. Click here to view all retiring products. If you see something you like, don't delay in ordering...all items are while supplies last.
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Yesterday I shared with you some sweet and simple thank you cards that I made to give at a baby shower. Today I want to share both the packaging that I created for the thank you notes and also for the store bought gifts. One of the things I love about Stampin' Up! is the ability to easily make coordinating items and that does not mean just paper based ones!
There are 12 thank you note cards tucked into this Tag a Bag packet:
To create the belly band, I brayered a strip (1.5" x 11") of Whisper White card stock and carefully folded it around the packet. It was not quite long enough to go all the way around so I made created the little "tag" to hold it all together. The "tag" is securely hold the belly band together thanks to a bit of Sticky Strip. I liked the idea of the "tag" being a little wider and that is what I did and I also wanted a little contrast and chose to use Coastal Cabana card stock. I debated if I would add any sort of sentiment and ultimately decided to echo what was used on the cards.
The main gift that we are giving at the shower is a set of Aden + Anais swaddling blankets. We used these with Britt and they are truly incredible! Perfect for swaddling, covering loosely over a stroller or car seat when dashing into a store in the sun, covering a changing table, and more. Though Britt has not been swaddled in ages (she's nearly 3), we still have ours. These days the girls use them as fun capes, togas, picnic blankets and all sorts of other things that they think up!
Anyway, we needed something to put these in and I had a nice crisp white cotton tote bag. I realized that Baby We've Grown is available as an MDS download so I purchased that so we could decorate the tote bag. Here is the bag all set to go:
A little ribbon tied by the handle adds a pretty little detail to the tote and I also used the "sweet girl" sentiment from one of the stamps in Baby We've Grown. I simply cropped this out so that the shoes would not be seen. Not sure just what I am referring to? See the shoe "stamp" here:
When working on the tote bag image, Brooklyn asked me to make some coloring pages. It is so easy to do with MDS and this was one that I created. I increased the size of the stamp images significantly and printed the pages on 8-1/2" x 11" paper. Brooklyn colored in this page, I laminated it, and then tucked in the tote bag too!
I'll be off at the shower with the girls this afternoon and won't be creating anything. How about you? Will you be making soemthing today?
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P.S. Click here to view all retiring products. If you see something you like, don't delay in ordering...all items are while supplies last.
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Hello friends! Today I'm sharing an idea for some sweet and simple thank you notes that are perfect for a baby shower or baby welcome gift! The girls and I are headed to a baby shower this weekend and I think thank you cards are a perfect addition to the gift.
These are quick and easy to make and won't cost a penny more to mail...and let's face it, no new parent needs to worry about a special trip to the post office to get things weighed!
The background was added using a brayer and I love that this technique ensures that each card is one of a kind!
Here's what you need to replicate these lil' thank you cards:
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Hello friends! Happy Friday! I've got a fun and cheerful new color combo for you today.
The inspiration? The new Project Life by Stampin' Up! (#PLxSU) card that is the backdrop for this birthday card...
The card also features the Tag It stamp set -- sad to see this one go! In clear mount the item # is 130303 and the purchase of this card supports the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Did you happen to catch the big oops in the top photo? Gotta love when you forget to apply marker to an area of a stamp!
Wishing you a creative day!
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Today I'm giving thanks...
Thanks to the incredible demonstrator support team at Stampin' Up!...they are the best!
Thanks to the team at Typepad for getting my blog back up and running!
Thanks to Becky Higgins and Project Life for partnerning with Stampin' Up!...truly excited to be scrapbooking again using a system designed to make it easy to preserve memories! Loving the #PLxSU line!
Thanks to all of you for reading along here at Peonies and Paper Chains!
The Project Life by Stampin' Up! items that I pre-ordered arrived yesterday and I had a chance to play. I've already put together a scrapbook spread and the fun little card you saw above...it is headed to Utah to demonstrator support at Stampin' Up!
Tell me...what is it you like most about the card? The stamps, the cool shaped label on which the "thx" is mounted, the bright and cheerful heart paper? Those elements are all from the #PLxSU line!
Wishing you a creative day!
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Hello friends! I've missed having the opportunity to share ideas with you here on the blog. As many of you know, there have been massive outtages for my platform. A big thank you to everyone at Typepad for getting things up and running again!
Today I'm sharing two cards with you and a re-cap of all the big Stampin' Up! happenings (and when I say big, I mean real BIG).
The soft and sweet color combo on this birthday card is Crisp Cantaloupe and Coastal Cabana paired with Whisper White and Early Espresso (my "go to" neutral). Download a PDF with tips and the supply list here.
This stitched up birthday card and paper garland feature the Six Sided Sampler stamp set. It is possible that you caught the card briefly on Sunday evening and it was created for the latest Stamp Review Crew blog hop -- be sure to see what everyone else created. Get details for making the card and garland from this downloadable PDF.
Now for all the BIG news from Stampin' Up!
APRIL 21 - 25: Stampin' Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING on everything from -- now is the perfect time to stock up! Please note that expedited orders are excluded.
RETIRING PRODUCTS: Download the retiring stamps list and the retiring accessories list. Retiring products are sellinq quickly and you can go straight to my online store to see what is available -- all items are only available while supplies last. If you see something that you want, that you order it right away!
These deals run April 22 - 28...and remember, FREE shipping!
NEW DIGITAL DOWNLOADS:
How cute is the Paw Parade Kit? Perfect for dog lovers!
MORE FREE FROM ME TO YOU! Receive the new annual catalog plus an accessory sampler FREE! I'm holding a virtual retirement party for orders placed from April 21 to 25 and individuals who purchase a minimum $75 in Stampin' Up! products will receive the new annual catalog plus a new catalog accessory sampler free! You must use the Hostess Code ADAJKXGQ and provide your contact information to take advantage of this exclusive offer from me! Limit 1 catalog + accessory sampler per person.
The accessory sampler? It will contain a mix of accessory items from the new annual catalog...I can't yet say just what those will be because I have yet to see what is in there! What a fun surprise! The accessory sampler will be sent in June.
Have a lengthy wish list? Consider purchasing the ultimate paper crafting kit and becoming a Paper Chain Pal. You'll enjoy a discount on all of your Stampin' Up! purchases (including the soon to launch Project Life by Stampin' Up! line) through at least October 31, 2014. While space lasts, you are also eligible for free registration to the Stampin' Up! Convention (July 17-20, 2014 in Salt Lake City) - travel and meals are on your own.
Want to know more about becoming a hobby demo to enjoy discounts on your purchases? Email me - kerry (at) kerrywillardbray (dot) com -- I'm happy to answer your questions!
Wishing you a creative day!
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Hello friends! The Stamp Review Crew is at it again and today we’re sharing ideas for the very fun and graphic set known as the Six-Sided Sampler! I’ll be really honest and tell you that I’ve owned it for quite some time but have not used it all that much – I’m very excited to see what everyone creates!
Now before I get to my projects, my apologies for any frustration some of you have had in recent days visiting my blog. My blog hosting service has been experiencing some technical challenges that rendered my blog inaccessible. This is the first time I’ve experienced such a thing in the nearly two years I’ve been with them and hopefully those challenges are now behind us!
Let’s get to my projects! I have two for you today and they are perfectly coordinated to one another:
A birthday card and coordinating garland! Wouldn’t you love to receive these in the mail for your birthday?
In addition to be hung on display, the garland is fabulous for draping on a gift bag, wrapping around a present or laying out on the party table. So many options!
The Remembering Your Birthday stamp set coordinates well with Six-Sided Sampler and you have several sentiment choices to use! The card and garland will be used for an upcoming birthday for one of Brooklyn’s friends and this playful font seemed the best choice for the five year old crowd!
I'm a big fan of Washi Tape and sometimes I used it in an unexpected way...like holding hexagons in place when stitching up a card front. Be sure not to press down too hard or you may risk pulling off some of the cardstock…trust me, I speak from experience on this.
Click here for your free downloadable PDF with the full supply list and sewing instructions.
Be sure to hop along and see what the rest of the crew has created to inspire you to pull out your Six-Sided Sampler set and get stamping today! Navigation buttons and the full hop line-up can be found below my signature.
Wishing you a creative day!
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Hello friends! For those of you who love Stampin' Up! as much as I do, I want to pass along some fun and important information!
1. Stampin' Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING on everything from April 21-25, 2014! A perfect time to order. Please note that expedited orders are excluded.
2. RETIRING PRODUCTS will be announced on April 21. For the first time ever both stamps and consumables will only be available while supplies last. If you see something on the list that you want, that you order it right away! The 2012-2014 In Colors shown above will be retiring and in fact the Raspberry Ripple ink refill is already gone.
3. RECEIVE A NEW CATALOG + ACCESSORY SAMPLER FREE! I'm holding a virtual retirement party for orders placed from April 21 to 25 and individuals who purchase a minimum $75 in Stampin' Up! products will receive the new annual catalog plus a new catalog accessory sampler free! You must use the Hostess Code ADAJKXGQ and provide your contact information to take advantage of this exclusive offer from me! Limit 1 catalog + accessory sampler per person.
The accessory sampler? It will contain a mix of accessory items from the new annual catalog...I can't yet say just what those will be because I have yet to see what is in there! What a fun surprise! The accessory sampler will be sent in June.
Have a lengthy wish list? Consider purchasing the ultimate paper crafting kit and becoming a Paper Chain Pal. You'll enjoy a discount on all of your Stampin' Up! purchases (including the soon to launch Project Life by Stampin' Up! line) through at least October 31, 2014. While space lasts, you are also eligible for free registration to the Stampin' Up! Convention (July 17-20, 2014 in Salt Lake City) - travel and meals are on your own.
Want to know more about becoming a hobby demo to enjoy discounts on your purchases? Email me - kerry (at) kerrywillardbray (dot) com -- I'm happy to answer your questions!
I have some projects in store to share with you this week, including the latest hop from the Stamp Review Crew!
Wishing you a creative day!
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