Sale-a-bration Metallic Washi Tape

Playing around with the new metallic washi tape (#141020). Thought it would look nice as a back ground in some new cards. This is what I came up with..... 

One of my  favorite bundles is the Botanical Blooms Set. (#140819). As this card is a little larger than most cards (A-6   4 5/8 x 6 1/4), it was necessary to extend the border. The washi tape was laid side by side until it was wide each to reach under the edging. About 3 strips on the right side and 2 strips on the left side. Adding flowers, leaves and rhinestones colored with Pink Pirouette on the pink card. The center of each flower is a rhinestone covered with Dazzling Details gold  (#133755).

You can get your washi tape free, by going to elainepelletier.stampinup.net and ordering $50 in Stampin up products. Then add item 141020 to get your FREE washi tape.

Happy Scrappin' and Yappin'

#papercraftsbyelaine 


By request: 

Metallic New Adventure Card
This is a wonderful card that is easy to make. You can get all your supplies with the Stamps in the Mail Club. See details at the bottom of the page.
Supplies:
Botanical Builder Framelits Dies #140625 $33.00 or bundle with stamp set #410819 for $51.75 Wisteria Wonder 4.5 x 4.25
Whisper White card stock and envelopes (# 131527) 4.25 x 11 scored at 5.5 on the 11 side. # Either Sale-a-bration Metallic Washi Tape or Gold Glimmer Paper #133719
Extra Whisper White card stock 4.5 x 4
Old Olive card stock 4.5 X 4
Bone folder #102300 $7.00
Dimensional #104430 $4.00
Snail Permanent Adhesive #104332 $700
Gold Metallic Thread #138401 $3.00
Rhinestone Basic Jewels #119246 $5.00
To order these products you may order at elainepelletier.stampinup.net Or see our “Stamps in the Mail program” below.
Direction:

•   Using your Botanical Builder Framelits cut out 3 double layer flowers from the set, 5 fern leaves, and edge both sides of the Wisteria Wonder with the border framelit.
  
•   If you are using the Metallic Washi Tape line 2 strips on the left side of the cards stock and 4 on the right side of the cards stock. Be sure to line them up side by side. When using the Gold Glimmer paper be sure to cut to 5.5 x 4.25.
  
•   Place Gold backing to the front of your card.
  
•   Curl your flowers inside pieces down with a bone folder.
  
•   Place fern leaves, rhinestone basic jewels and gold metallic thread. Then arrange your 3 flowers
  on top. Using the 1⁄4 “ circle punch to the center with dimensional to add a pop.
  
•   Arrange flowers and adhere using dimensional.
  
•   Stamp you favorite sediment on 2 x 2 3⁄4 and adhere to your card.
  Order your supplies online at elainepelletier.stampinup.net or check out our Stamps In the Mail Club.
  

 

Never stress about not having the right color ribbon again!

 Always have the RIGHT COLOR RIBBON

You are almost done with a great project, and then you realize...... you have no ribbon that matches. Don't panic. As long has you have Stampin Up refills and white ribbon you can match your project perfectly. 

Supplies:

white ribbon
SU ink refill
Water
zip lock bag
hair dryer
gloves (optional)
wire hanger
cloths pins

1.  Cut the amount of white ribbon you are planning to dye. Remember the more ribbon you need to dye the more ink you are going to need. Let's start with 24 inches of white ribbon.
2. Place 15 drops of the ink refill color of your choice in the zip lock bag. Now spray water, about 3 full sprays, in the zip lock bag. Mix the water and ink together. 
3. Place your ribbon in the back and seal it removing as much air as possible. Now just rub the bag with the ribbon until the ribbon is the color you want. If it is not dark enough add more ink. Add water, if it is too dark. 
4.  Once you have the color you want, take the ribbon from the bag. Use gloves if you like. Pin the ribbon to a wire hanger. Using a hair dryer to dry the ribbon. 

 Dying your own ribbon is a great way to save money. I have bought several rolls of ribbon just to get home and they don't match. Using Stampin Up products and colors this will never happen again. 

Bonus tip: Want to have something on the ribbon. No problem. Stamp the ribbon once it is dry with Staz On ink or you can use a water base ink, but know it may run. Now you can have your own custom designed ribbon.

March STAMPS in the MAIL CLUB

 March is All about the MEN!

I hear all the time how, "I need a man card", "they are so hard to make", and "I need ideas for a masculine card". You are in Luck! March is "All About the Men".

 

These cards are floating cards. Notice how the inside is not attached to the card. Easy and fun to make. 

What come in the March Kit

•  Guy Greetings (# 137178 Photopolymer $26.00) 
•  Early Expresso ink pad (#126975 $6.50) I use this ink pad daily
•  Materials to make 2 cards, pre-cut, scored and with directions. Including dauber and top sheet.
•  $ 40.00 Including shipping and handling from SU

The Open Sea (# 123032 $19.00) optional Total $60.00 Including S&H
By ordering both stamps sets, you will qualify for a FREE SALE-A-BRATION item. This offer ends March 30th, 2016 

 

Stamps In the Mail Club. 

I love making cards, teaching great techniques and enjoying the finish products. However, so many of us work full time, have families and outside activities. When we want to enjoy a project, it should be waiting in our craft room for us to pick up and complete. (Not that lucky). I have away to change all that.

 Paper Crafting by Elaine will be offering an online kit, complete with stamps, paper and embellishments. No membership, just order the monthly  kit you want, and watch the mail. No monthly obligation.

Each month a card set will posted on Paper Crafts by Elaine . If you would like to make this set of cards, email, text or call me. You will receive your pre-cut, pre-punch cardstock, embellishments, etc from PaperCraftsbyElaine. I will even complete step by step directions. Then Stampin Up will ship you the stamps set featured and ink pad. Everything you need to complete the card set on your time. No driving in traffic! No remembering what time you are suppose to be at your class! And best of all, you can complete the kit any time.

To get started, just send me your email address. It's that simple.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stamps in the Mail Club

• What if I have the stamp set/ink pads already? Easy! You just pick something else you’d like from the Stampin’ Up! catalog. If it’s more, I’ll just add the difference to your PayPal invoice.
• What if I don’t use PayPal? Also easy! You can send a check or I can take a credit card over the phone
• Do I get everything I’ll need in the package? Yes! Well, 2 packages. One from me and one direct from Stampin’ Up!. The only thing you’ll need on hand is adhesive and scissors. Everything else is pre-cut, pre-punched, and  etc.
• What if I only want to do 1 month? That’s just fine! I’ll send an email each month with the supply list and project pictures. If you don’t want that kit, just send me a “no thanks” email. I promise to still be your friend     

Contact information:

ElaineBrown410@gmail.com

PayPal is at the same email address.

Snow Days are only Good for one Thing....

Playing in your craft room....

 

Well, NC is under a severe ice and snow storm warning. Office is closed; time to go crafting. 

 

I thought I would work on a few UFO projects. (Un-Finished Objects).  So, I started with a project for my office. As a girl that loves Disney, does it surprise you I worked on Donald Duck? I like using my Cricut, and learn it cuts so much better when I use good quality paper. Thank you StampinUp. This was the easiest project I have ever cut on my Cricut. 

 

This is a 12x12 framed 3D cut from my Cricut Explore.

 

My next UFO is a project for our bedroom. I wanted to add a new project over our bed. My husband painted the wall behind the bed cajun craze. Now it is my turn to add something new. 

Notice again, I used my Stampin Up products. This paper is from the Botanic Garden. The total framed picture is 20x24, so I used several sheets from the package. Pool Party made a great back ground. "Dream Together" is acrylic. Notice the die cuts from the Botanic Garden are also used in the center behind the flower. Of course, the heart dolly was inked with cajun craze. Stampin Up is so much more than just stamps. 

 

Happy Crafting, 

Elaine 

 

Get all your Stampin Up products at: elainepelletier.stampinup.net 

 

 

"In the Meadows" Making it your own

I love the stamp set "In the Meadow". It's great for scrapbook pages that have any nature context. Weather it is your camping trip, nature walk, trip to the mountains, or just deer in your back yard; this stamp set has a place on your pages. 

It is also great for card making. I made these two cards for several different occasions. 

Also notice, I added a deer to the second card, using a masking technique. The first card was designed for a mother who wanted to give a card to her adopted  daughter on her 18 years of being a part of their family. While the second card was used for an announcement to a family that was growing by "one deer".

Masking can add or remove any part of a stamp. Making them special for your family, friends or customers. It is also great for creating reflections, but that's another blog. 

Thanks for stopping by....... see you next week. 

Enjoying shopping with elainepelletier.stampuinup.net

Sharing and Caring....

Thought I would share with you some of the cards, products and creation displayed at the Open House. We had a wonderful group of ladies join us. 
So now we are sharing with another wonderful group of ladies. 

In the Meadow  Item #140754  $20.00

With just a little a little masking, and I have added a deer to second set of pictures. 

 

 So let talk about what kind of cards 

these cards can be used for. Any male cards comes to mind right away. But look closely; in the card above the sentiment leads you to other choices. Mother's Day, Valentines Day, Birthdays or anniversary, just to name a few.

Another stamp that allow for simple but effective changes. Looks great with simple easy changes. 

 This bundle is unique. The stamp set has some really great saying that you can make your own. Example is: It's time to Celebrate with cake". Using a cover technique you can create a stamp that just says, "Let's Celebrate"  This technique is easy; 

• Start by having a strip of paper to cover the part of the stamp you to not want in your project. 
• Place it on your page in the area you do not want stamped. I like to use the 2 way glue because it is temporary. 
• Ink your stamp, and stamp. Make sure to stamp the covered part on your paper you will be removing. 
• Remove your cover sheet and you are done.

 

 Notice how our tags do not say "with cake." 

Thank you for stopping by. Be sure to come by Stampin Up to order your Sale-a-bration items today. 

Shop with Elaine at: elainepelletier.stampinup.net.