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Halloween Boo Banner

Posted on August 7, 2013 by Karen GilbertAugust 7, 2013

Halloween Boo Banner

Halloween is still a couple of months away and I wanted to show you what you could do with the Banner Simply Created Kit and the Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit.

The banners and the accessory kits are fabulous as they save you time and energy to create designer banner – plus banners are all the rage right now.

Everyone has limited time and/or supplies so these two delightful kits solve those 2 issues. Woo Hoo!

Here’s How to Put the Banner Together

Create a couple of rosettes from other designer papers
Ink up the chevron emboss folder and transfer design by inserting canvas in the folder and rolling with a rolling pin.
The second banner background is created using the images from the Halloween Hello stamp set and randomly stamping the images using Black Stazon ink.
Create the bat by cutting out an oval, cutting in half and then use the large oval punch to create the wings.
Cover the bat with Versa Mark ink, sprinkle with Heat and Stick powder, melt with heat gun, sprinkle Black Glitter over the bat and heat again.
Stamp the “Bats About You” image on basic black paper with Whisper White Craft ink and cut out
Mount to a piece of Basic Black paper that you have treated with Heat and Stick Powder and Orange Glitter.
Create the third banner by attaching Designer Series Paper, create a rosette, and attach one of the large embellishments from the kit – attach a small Summer Starfruit button to the Black Vintage faceted button with Linen Thread and glue to one eye on the skull.
Stamp the candelabra image on Basic Black using Versa Mark and cover with Heat and Stick powder and then the Orange Glitter.
When the banners are completed, string together with the Jute Twine, leaving spaces to tie ribbon onto different places.

Voila, you have a Halloween banner

The letters were created using MDS (My Digital Studio) and then imported in Silhouette software and cut out using the Silhouette onto Whisper White card stock.

Stamps: Halloween Hello (c – 131721, w- 131718/, p21 2013 Holiday Catalogue)

Paper: Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Basic Black, Howlstooth DSP (retired)

Ink: Black Stazon, Whisper White Craft Ink, Tangerine Tango

Accessories: Banner Simply Created Kit, Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit, Big Shot, Chevron Embossing Folder, Oval Framelits, Versa Mark, Heat and Stick Powder, Orange Glitter, Black Glitter, 2-3/8 Scallop Circle Punch, 1-1/4” Circle Punch, Large Oval Punch, Linen Thread, MDS – Sweet Details Alphabet and Numbers, Silhouette Cameo

The banner kit comes with 18 5″ x 7″ canvas pennants – 6 each of 3 designs. Each of the banners have grommets in both corners and there is also 9′ of jute twine.

So, if you use 3 of the banners in a project, you will get 6 projects. Value or what.

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The Halloween Banner kit comes with rosettes, glittered die-cut accents, ribbon, buttons so you can do your banner up right!

If you choose to, you can use other papers, embellishments and ribbons to stretch this kit for 2 banners.

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Have fun and Happy Stamping

Birthdays at the Flower Shop

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Karen GilbertAugust 3, 2013

Birthdays at the Flower Shop Are Good

Birthdays celebrated at the the flower shop are wonderful, and a card made with the Flower Shop stamp set is even better.

First, though I want to show you a couple of new products that Stampin’ Up! announced at Convention 2013 and are now available to order.

These two products makes an interactive card so much easier to make and who doesn’t like easy.

But first, watch this video to see what these new Thinlits Card Dies are all about.

Circle Thinlits

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As you can see from the picture, there are some other goodies that you can use to go along with the cards and scrapbooks you create.

The other thinlit coordinates with the Labels Die Cuts

Labels Thinlits
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So on with the Birthdays at the Flower Shop

The Flower Shop stamp set has a matching punch – Pansy punch and some have had trouble lining up the punch and the stamp. I will be doing a Cool Tools Video Tip to show you how easy it is to line these up. Check back to see the post with video.

Stamps: Flower Shop (c – 130492, w- 130939 p94 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Perfectly Penned (c – 122892, w- 128703, p95 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Strawberry Slush, Midnight Must, Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Pistachio Pudding, Gingham Garden DSP

Ink: Midnight Muse, Strawberry Slush,

Accessories: Big Shot, Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder, Finishing Touches Edgelits, Itty Bitty Punch Pack, , Bitty Butterfly Punch, Bird Builder Punch, Pansy Punch, Silver Glimmer Paper, Rhinestone Jewels.

I just love the font on the Perfectly Penned stamp set and use it often as you can tell (heehee)

There are more new Stampin’ Up! products to be revealed during the month of August, so stay tuned.

Happy Stamping

Wedding Card Pop n’ Cut

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Karen GilbertAugust 1, 2013

Wedding Card with a Double Pop n’ Cut

Wedding cards can be so much fun to create and make. The card I will share today is for Lloyd’s daughter’s wedding this weekend. And did I ever have fun making this one. Yes, it was a little intricate but oh, so much fun!!!

Before I get to showing you the wedding card, I have some Stampin’ Up! news. The Holiday Catalogue is live today…and with lots of new goodies. It’s even INTERACTIVE..Wow

View catalogue products HERE. Don’t have the catalogue? Download the PDF or Email me and I will get one to you!

Watch this video and it will show you how to get the Layar app up and running on your i-phone, i-pad and android devices.

When you scan the interactive image in the catalogue, you will be taken to a video that will show you how to use the product…WOW!

Ok, I have more new products to share – I can hardly contain myself but it’s time to get on with the wedding card.

Now, you may ask how the double pop up was done. This technique was demonstrated at the 2013 Convention by Karen Burniston. The card stock is doubled and folded in half. Lay the fold is laid in the middle of the table leg and then cut out with the dress form pop n’ cut.

The link to the tuxedo template

tuxedo-template-1

Front

Inside

Stamps: Day Dream Medallions (c – 126467, w- 131976, p115 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Perfectly Penned (c – 122892, w- 128703, p95 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Yippee Skippee (c – 131344, w- 131341, p37 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Whisper White, Naturals White, Retired DSP

Ink: Black Stazon

Accessories: Big Shot, Dress Form Pop ‘n Cuts, Framelits: Dress Up, Floral Frames Collection, Hearts Collection, Squares Collection, Expression Thinlits, Delicate Design Embossing Folder, Champagne Glimmer Paper, Gold Foil Sheets, Silver Foil Sheets, Pearls, Flower Trim (Spring 2013 Catalogue), Rounded Corner Punch, Pearl Jewel, Versamark, Gold Embossing Powder

On the front of the card, one of the new Expression Thinlits Die was used. The trick to getting this die to cut cleanly and removing the paper from the die is wax paper easy.

When you build your layers for the sandwich:

paper, then 2 layers of wax paper and then the die. Use your paper piercer to poke gently into the small hole on the die and your paper will pop right out!

Expression Thinlits Dies
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The mirror on the inside of the card was done using the Silver Foil Paper Check it out HERE

Check back for my next post and I show you some of the other new products that are not even in the catalogues.

So in the meantime, Happy Stamping

Make and Takes 2

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 26, 2013

Make and Takes 2

Make and Takes 2 takes you through the remaining 2 projects that we were given to do during Convention. As promised I am going to show you these 2 stinking cute projects!

Note Cards with Packaging

Sometimes we are looking for a note card to send to someone. These note cards make a fabulous gift and when you package them in the Tag a Bag bags you have just stepped up your gift – who wouldn’t love to received these first as a gift and then a note from that person to someone else – Share the Love, make it a Random Act of Kindness, Pay it Forward. You will likely bring joy to someone’s life.

The note cards come with their own envelopes and measure 5″ x 3-1/2″ – there are 20 note cards and 20 envelopes – all Whisper White.

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The stamp set used for this project is Hello, Lovely (c – #130243, w- #130240 p22 2013/14 Annual Catalogue) and the colors are Bermuda Bay, Calypso Coral, Old Olive and Coastal Cabana

The final Make and Take 2 is a cute little card – actually it probably could be classed as a Clean and Simply card – sort of.

Again, this card uses the Hello, Lovely stamp set and the Gorgeous Grunge stamp set (c-130517, c – 130514, p109 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

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I think will will get a lot of use from this stamp set with its funky splatters and lines. I decorated the envelope…gives the mail carrier something to look at when they are delivering the mail

So, I will leave you with …”We Can Make A Difference”

Happy Stamping

I hope that you have enjoyed the information I shared about Stampin’ Up!’s 25th Anniversary and the fun times we had. A packed few days and I think that I am finally rested up…Thank goodness.

Make and Takes – Convention 2013

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 26, 2013

Make and Takes Are a Good Thing

Make and Takes or for me this time it was Take and Make from Convention. We are allotted time at Convention to complete our Make and Takes, however, I just never seem to finish. Then when I get home, they are pushed aside to never see the light of day.

However, this time I decided to make the Make and Takes into Take and Makes. When I got home, it was going to be a priority to finish these up and display them to my customers. So yesterday and today, that is exactly what I did.

There were four Make and Takes, using the Gorgeous Grunge Stamp Set, the Hello, Lovely Stamp Set and the Tag It Stamp Set. These 3 sets are what we got as part of our Convention Fee – plus a whole lot more that I am going to share with also.

The first image is the “Tag a Bag Gift Box” using the kits from the 2013/14 Annual Catalogue. These come in a package of 8 and all the boxes have acetate sleeves. The other image is of the Tag a Bag Gift Bags that come 10 to a package and have a subtle chevron design on the front. Both these items are food safe, so you can box or bag your goodies.

These are so stinking cute!!!!

Tag a Bag and Tag a Box

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Either of these sets can be purchased with a bundle, that is, you can purchase the Tag a Bag Gift Bags or the Tag a Bag Gift Boxes with the Tag a Bag Accessory Kit. Or, you can purchase each separately. The Tag a Bag Accessory Kit can be used for both.

I am going to leave with these 2 projects and I will be back later with the other 2, which by the way are just as stinking cute!

In the meantime…Happy Stamping

Secret Garden Birthday

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 25, 2013

The Secret Garden Birthday

The Secret Garden stamp set makes a fabulous birthday card. I know I have posted using this set a number of times but I do just love it. I promise that this will probably be the last one for a while using this set.

I also have some more pictures from Convention 2013 that I will share with you plus some new products

On this card, I have done the Whitewash technique and if you are looking for a video on how to do this technique, check out my Cool Tool Tips Videos HERE

Stamps: Secret Garden (c – 129144, w- 131940, p94 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Perfectly Penned (c – 122892, w- 128703, p95 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Smokey Slate, Primrose Petals, Coastal Cabana Summer Starfruit, Gumball Green, Quatrefancy DSP

Ink: Whisper White Craft, Smokey Slate, Gumball Green

Accessories: Big Shot, Framed Tulips Embossing Folder, Secret Garden Framelits, Markers: Coastal Cabana, Primrose Petals, Versamark, White Embossing Powder, Itty Bitty Punch Pack, Blender Pens, Aqua Painter, In Color Boutique Deals, Pearls

Here is a new product that Stampin’ Up! revealed at the convention. The first one is Undefined – a new way to create- Watch the video to find out what it is all about

Express yourself and have fun!

Carve Your Own Stamps
Undefined

Click on the picture to Shop My Store – There is an initial set that contains the carving tools and then you can purchase refill kits – -FUN

Finally a few more pictures from Convention 2013

This is a great idea – It’s a car freshener – The backing is cut from felt. This would make a great gift.

This is a gift from a friend who is a demo in Texas. She had the bracelet custom made – it’s mini dominoes that have been altered. So sweet! Thanks Laura

Finally this is a swap that I received from the Canada Ink’s Up Swap. The baby feet are made from the Simply Pressed Clay. The clay was flattened and then the baby feet stamped with the Baby Prints stamp set.

Visit my Simply Said with Karen Facebook Page to see more from Convention 2013

Convention 2013 Over For Another Year

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 22, 2013

Convention 2013 Oh What Fun!

Convention 2013 is over for another year and what fun it was. I know that I did not post a lot while I was in Salt Lake City, so please forgive me. Convention 2013 took on another format this year – 1 day shorter and more stuff to do and see, so needless to say I was very busy and then just dropped into bed each night.

I am home now, laundry done, and oh, had to have a quick little nap this afternoon, so I think I am good to go now.

There are a couple of things I would like to share with you from the 3 days, so here goes!

First is our group, Canada Inks Up!, lead by our fearless leader Alison Sloven. Alison was also one of the top 100 demonstrators and for her efforts, she is part of the Founder’s Group. This group of demonstrators is recognized based on their sales and leadership.

There was 22 at convention 2013 this year, coming from the Vancouver Area, Kamloops, Vancouver Island and even Saskatchewan. It was fantastic that so many of us could attend.

Next is Ronald MacDonald and you may ask why? Stampin’ Up! is now a global contributor to the Ronald MacDonald House Charities who help support children and their families all over the world.

We also set a record for the most cards sent from a single event. Convention 2013 will now be in the Guinness Book of Records. We had the official people from Guinness there and yes, I stood in a line up for over an hour. Can you say..”SORE FEET”!

Yes, this is the number we were up to when I got near the head of the line. Pretty good representation as their was about 6,000 demonstrators.

I am going to leave you with a couple of sample pictures done by demonstrators and put on display so that everyone can get ideas.

Convention 2013

I thought the display on the left was fabulous. It is done on a canvas and the brick wall is card stock which has been trimmed and sponged. The net is made from linen thread, the sky sponged with inks and then pictures of children having fun at the beach. Stampin’ Up! products are just not for making cards and scrapbooking. Mixed media is becoming popular and even I will be giving it a try.

Finally, I want to show you why my feet were sore. This is the number of steps I took in one day! More that the 10,000 steps that is a goal for a day.

I will be back with some more samples and be sure to check out my Facebook Page – www.facebook.com/simplysaidwithkaren

Happy Stamping

Convention 2013 – Making A Difference

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 18, 2013

Convention 2013 – Stampin’ Up! Making a Difference

Convention 2103, – and the theme is “Making a Difference”. This year there are a number of events planned around that theme. Tonight, we are trying to break a record – that record is to exceed the number of mailed cards from a single location and event.

We were all asked to bring a card to send to someone – that card must have images on the front and something on the inside – decorated, written. There will be verification that these two criteria have occurred on the card. It will be a fun happening as we try to break the record.

There are 5800 people attending Convention 2013 this year, so lets hope we get the job done.

Convention 2013 is going to be a bit different this year, so we don’t know what Stampin’ Up! is planning for us – all we know it will be good – swapping, prize patrol, recognition, idea boards, and classes – oh, yes, there are always the exciting announcements – -I wonder what they will be this year.

I have done some swapping already and here are some of the cards. I will have more to share over the next few days, so don’t forget to check back often.

First though I want to share a picture taken the other evening as we had a ride back to the hotel because it was pouring down rain.

Here are Elaine, Diane and myself in a horse and buggy. The horse’s name was Miss Liberty and she took us right to the front door of the hotel.

So now, here are some of the swaps I received.

Birthday Card

Flower Shop

Swallowtail Butterfly

I hope you enjoy these few tidbits of information about Convention 2013.

Happy Stamping

A Business Opportunity Awaits You

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 15, 2013

A Business Opportunity Awaits You!

A business opportunity is a few clicks away. Joining the Simply Said with Karen team and becoming a member of the Stampin’ Up! family is an opportunity that may interest you.

Answering a few questions may help you to clarify your desires and whether the business opportunity with Stampin’ Up! will match with your desires.

Do you have a desire to own a business?
Do you have a desire to lessen your daily commute and work at home in your pajamas?
Do you have a desire to add personal income to your family?
Do you have a desire to have a wonderful vacation with your family?
Do you have a a desire to lessen your income tax bill?
Do you have a desire to teach others how they can paper craft?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, I have a business opportunity to offer you.

Joining my team and creating your own business can really give you a sense of accomplishment and at the same time have fun.

Are you interested in hearing more about becoming a business owner? Contact me via email at karen@simplysaidwithkaren.com and I will return your email so that we can discuss the various possibilities.

In the meantime, check out the various information that is available on my Stampin’ Up! website

You will find a video with information on becoming part of the Stampin’ Up! team, demonstrator benefits, career path and so much more.

In addition to all the great items you will get in your Start-Up kit, Stampin’ Up! has announced an addition to your kit which is FREE

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From now until August 31, 2013, you can choose and receive one of these projects in your starter kit. The project kits feature products from the 2013/14 Annual Catalogue and the 2013 Holiday Catalogue

Contact me to discuss the business opportunity that awaits you!

Happy Stamping

A Bride to Be Is Beautiful

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 14, 2013

A Bride To Be Is So Beautiful

A bride preparing for her wedding is so beautiful. It is the anticipation of the wedding day, the preparations that go before the big day, the family and friends that surround her and the celebrations along the way.

Yesterday I attended a shower for a bride to be and it was a wonderful celebration with family and friends. She was glowing and the smile never left her face.

Of course, I did a hand-crafted card. And, yes, it does have a sneak peek from the new Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalogue.

Stamps: Flower Shop(c – 130942, w- 130939, p94 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Label Love (c – 130622 w- 130619 p33 2013/14 Annual Catalogue),

Paper: Raspberry Ripple, Baked Brown Sugar, Garden Green, Velum, 2013/15 In Color DSP Stack

Ink: Versa Mark

Accessories: Big Shot, Deco Labels Collection, Perfect Polka Dots Emboss Folder, Pretty Print Emboss Folder, Markers: Raspberry Ripple, Pink Pirouette/Rose Red Ribbon (2013 Occasions Catalogue), Artisan Label Punch, White Emboss Powder, Pearl Jewels

Did you spot the new product from the Holiday Catalogue? It’s the Pretty Print Emboss Folder. I can envision this embossing folder to be used in so many ways.

Wondering how I did the flowers? The images are stamped in Vellum with Versa Mark and embossed with white embossing powder. The flowers are colored using markers on the back of the image. This gives the flowers a stained glass appearance.

I can’t show you the folder but I can show you the stamp set and the matching punch I used. Tags are such a fun way to add interest to a card and the different sentiments with this set will take you many places.

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One question that I get asked is “What do you do with your left over designer papers and ribbon”, Well, use them to wrap your gifts. So I did just that. I used paper from the In Colors Stack that has been retired and ribbon from the 2013 Spring Catalogue. The bride is a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator so perhaps she will salvage some of the ribbon to use on her own creations.

I will be heading off to Salt Lake City this week, so check in with my blog to see the fun things that are happening at convention. This year’s celebration is going to be a great one, full of fun things to see and do and of course there is always the PRIZE PATROL.

Happy Stamping

Photography Can Sometimes Be a Mystery

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 11, 2013

Photography a Mystery?

Photography can sometimes be a mystery. I, for one, am not an expert on photography so I am constantly looking for tips that will help me improve. Yes, I have a point and shoot and for the most part it is fool-proof however, there are times when I don’t quite get the results that I am looking for when I’m done.

So what can I do to improve my photography abilities?

So having scoured the internet, I did find a couple of sites that do have simple tips. If it gets too complicated and uses words like aperture, then my mind just glazes over.

http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/quick-guide-to-taking-better-photos/

Here are a couple of tips from this site:

Get as close to the subject as you can. The subject needs to be the focal point whether it is a card, a person, or point of interest. It’s the details of the subject that we are interested in and not usually the surroundings (unless of course you are taking a scenic picture)
Hold the camera vertically or horizontal. Of course that will depend upon how many subjects you are trying to get into the picture. If the picture is of a single person and it’s the person you are interested in and not the surroundings then hold the camera vertical. Where there are 3 or more subjects in your picture, horizontal is good.
Try not to take your pictures in direct sunlight. Usually, they will have a glare and will often wash out the colour. This doesn’t mean to say that you can’t take pictures in sunlight, just be careful on how you position your subject.

I hope these few tips will help you in the future and take some of the mystery out of photography.

If in doubt, use photo enhancing software. That sometimes helps for those of us that can’t quite seem to get the hang of it.

Happy Photography!

Babies are Adorable

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 10, 2013

Babies are so adorable!

Babies are for cuddling, cooing at and adoring them. When you have 1 new baby, you can be busy, can you imagine having two new babies? Busy x 2!!!

One of my former co-workers did have two new babies, or affectionately known as “Instant Family”. This is the second baby card that I have done in the past couple of months and it was at least several years prior to that I had done a baby card.

I find that these events (not the twin part) come in spurts and there seems to be a pattern….first, it’s the pet. And this couple had 2 pets of the same breed, so there appears to be a pattern there! Or maybe it’s just my imagination.

I did acquire another baby stamp as I just had the one that I did the previous card with, so why not have another one…. I know, any excuse for another stamp set!

Here is the supplies that I used:

Stamps: Sweetest Gift (c – 130586, w- 130583, p59 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Whisper White, Pistachio Pudding, Tea for Two DSP, (2013 Occasions Catalogue)

Ink: Soft Suede, Soft Sky

Accessories: Big Shot, Large Scallop Edgelits, Markers: Marina Mist, Regal Rose (Retired), Subtles Candy Dot, Marina Mist Striped Organdy Ribbon (2013 Occasions Catalogue), Mosaic Punch, Elements Cute Clips (2013 Occasions Catalogue)

Notice how the sentiment is punched on the ends using the Mosaic Punch. When you can find other uses for your tools, that is a bonus. I also had to find an “s” to put on the end of the sentiment.

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Happy Stamping!

Fabulous Stamp Sets The Secret Garden

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Karen GilbertJuly 3, 2013

Fabulous stamp sets

Fabulous stamp sets are everywhere and to find one is relatively easy. For, me the Secret Garden along with it’s matching framelit is one of those sets.

Why do I find this stamp set to be so fabulous? Here are a couple of reasons:

First, its versatility. It can be used for a variety of cards for example, birthday, anniversary, sympathy, etc. It can also be used on a scrapbook page.

This stamp set comes with 5 different styles of flowers, set of leaves and a stem. Some of the ideas to use the flowers are as a bouquet, all tied up with a bow; how about using the pop-up die to create a flower shop style card.

The flowers come in line stamps, or full image stamps and lend themselves to embossing with embossing powder, or maybe adding some Dazzling Diamond glitter in the center, pearls or rhinestones.

On this particular card, I used the whitewash coloring technique. You can see the video for this technique HERE.

For added interest, the Smokey Slate card stock is embossed with the Woodgrain embossing folder and then sponged with Whisper White craft ink.

So, this is one of those fabulous stamp sets that will take you in many directions.

Stamps: Secret Garden (c – 129144, w- 131940, p94 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Round Array (c – 129090 w- 129087, p126 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Sahara Sand, Island Indigo, Smokey Slate, Pistachio Pudding, Quatrefancy DSP

Ink: Whisper White Craft, Primrose Petals, Pistachio Pudding

Accessories: Big Shot, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Secret Garden Framelits, Markers: Marina Mist, Primrose Petals, Summer Starfruit, Versamark, White Embossing Powder, Wild Wasabi Embossing Powder, 7/8” Scallop Punch, 1-14/” Scallop Punch, Blender Pens, Aqua Painter, Primrose Petals 3/8” Stitched Satin Ribbon, Pearls

Do you have fabulous stamp sets that you love to use over and over again?

Leave me a comment and let me know what it is.

Happy Stampin

Mosaic Madness Make and Take

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Karen GilbertJune 27, 2013

Mosaic Madness Set – Great Make and Take

The Mosaic Madness is a great stamp set and punch but before I go there, I want to give you a reminder about joining our email list.

Reminder: The Simply Said with Karen July Newsletter will be released next week. As well as having beautiful projects for you to recreate, I am also launching the Simply Said with Karen Referral Program.

So what you say, well, there is something in it for those that take part in the program.

So to find out more, make sure that are on the Simply Said with Karen email list.

You can check out all the benefits of being on the email list by clicking HERE. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.

1 Enter your name and email address in the sign up form

2. Submit the form

3. Confirm your acceptance when you have received the email

Now, it’s Mosaic Madness Time

Mosaic Madness when paired with the 2013-2015 In Colors makes for a great make and take card at a workshop, open house, class or club. I did this card for a workshop that was held a couple of weeks ago.

Because you may have all different levels of stampers and/or card makers at a workshop, the make and take needs to be not too easy or not too hard. It was this view that I took when designing the card. I also wanted to feature as many of the 2013-2015 In Colors as I could without overwhelming the card.

Stamps: Mosaic Madness (c – 130249, w- 130246, p123 2013/14 Annual Catalogue), Chalk Talk (c – 130634 w- 130634, p12 2013/14 Annual Catalogue)

Paper: Whisper White, Baked Brown Sugar, Pistachio Pudding

Ink: Baked Brown Sugar, Strawberry Slush, Costal Cabana, Pistachio Pudding, Baked Brown Sugar Reinker

Accessories: Big Shot, Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder, Mosaic Punch, 1-1/4” Circle Punch, Vintage Faceted Designer Button, Whisper White Bakers Twine, Baked Brown Sugar 3/8” Ruffled Stretch Trim, Tea Lace Paper Doily.

So how did I get the Baked Brown Sugar Bakers Twine? Easy as can be. Just put a piece of the Bakers Twiner into a few drops of Baked Brown Sugar reinker and you’ve got yourself a piece of Bakers Twine in the 2013-15 In Colors.

Mosaic Madness Stamp and Punch Bundle Clear – 132733, Wood – 132734

Purchase this stamp set and punch as a bundle receive a discount of 15%.

For the full details, visit the Simply Said with Karen online store HERE

Whitewash Color Technique

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Karen GilbertJune 25, 2013

Whitewash Color Technique – What is It?

The Whitewash color technique has been used for years and has now made its way to card creations. Yes, Tom Sawyer whitewashed the fence with his friend Huck and of course the term whitewashing has been used in many a speech.

However, to whitewash a card, is a technique that you can achieve in various ways.

You may remember a card that I posted a few weeks back and I said that I would do a video to show you how I did the flowers. Just to refresh your memory, here it is again.

The flowers look so soft and elegant and you can achieve this look with Whisper White craft ink, an Aqua Painter, Markers and a Blender Pen.

So, here is the video. I hope you enjoy and give this technique a try. It’s fun and adds another dimension to your card crafting.

There are also loads of other video techniques on my Cool Tools Videos Page. Check them out HERE

Here is some information on the Cool Tools that I used for the whitewash color technique.

Aqua Painter #103954; Blender Pens #102845, 2013-2015 In Color Markers #131260, Whisper White Craft Ink #101731

To purchase any of these cool tools visit my Online Store HERE