Evergreen Elegance Sympathy Card


Today's card shows that even a stamp set meant for a Christmas cards can be used for other purposes.  I used the Evergreen Elegance Stamp Set to make this "sorry" sympathy card.  The Smoky Slate Textured Ribbon and the Pearls give it an elegant touch.

Card Details:
  • Basic Gray Cardstock:  4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2"
  • White Cardstock:  5 1/4" x 4"
  • Smoky Slate Cardstock:  5" x 3 3/4" - embossed on one side using the Greenery 3D Embossing Folder
  • The "sorry" sentiment is from the Art Gallery Stamp Set - stamped in Basic Gray Ink
  • The tree from "Evergreen Elegance Stamp Set" is stamped in Smoky Slate Ink and cut out using the Tasteful Labels Dies







 















 

Repurposed Christmas Gift Bag with Heartwarming Hugs DSP


Sharing a repurposed plain craft paper bag which I jazzed up for a pretty Christmas gift bag.  I used Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper and the Wonderful Snowflakes.  The "Merry Christmas" and "To and From" sentiments are from the Gifts Galore November Paper Pumpkin Kit.











 


Celebrate You Card with Artistic Dies


This card is a great way to "Celebrate" someone.  I love the way the Black, White, Smoky Slate and Pool Party all coordinate together.  I cut out the flower with Pool Party Cardstock using Artistic Dies.  The Black & White DSP strip is from the Pattern Party 12x12 Designer Series Paper.

Card Details:
  • Black Cardstock card base:  4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2"
  • White Cardstock layer:  5 1/4" x 4"
  • Pattern Party DSP strip:  5" x 3/4"
  • Smoky Slate Cardstock:  5" x 3 1/4"
  • The "Celebrate You" sentiment is from the Create With Friends Stamp Set and cut out using the Tasteful Labels Dies






















 

Merry Christmas with the Stampin' Up! Christmas Season Bundle


Today I am sharing my Christmas Card for 2021.  I used the Christmas Season Bundle to create this card.  The bundle includes the Christmas Season Stamp Set and Seasonal Labels Dies.  I made this card a larger in size since I like to include a family photo (5" x 7").

Card Details:
  • Smoky Slate Cardstock card base:  10" x 7", scored at 5"
  • Pool Party Cardstock:  6 1/4" x 4 1/2"
  • White Cardstock layer:  6" x 4 1/4", stamped first and then embossed with Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder










 











 

Black, White and Real Red Thank You


Today's Thank You card is simple with a pop of color with Real Red leaves.  The leaves were cut with Real Red Cardstock and Artistic Dies.  The Black & White striped paper strips are from the Pattern Party Designer Series Paper.  I glued the DSP pieces first on the White Cardstock card base and then added another White Cardstock layer on top.

Card Details:
  • White Cardstock card base:  4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2"
  • Pattern Party DSP:  3/4" x 5 1/2"
  • White Cardstock layer:  5 1/2" x 3 1/2"
  • White Cardstock square:  3" x 3", embossed with Greenery Embossing Folder 
  • The "thank you" sentiment is from the Art Gallery Stamp Set

















 

Heartfelt Goodbye For Now...

Thursday, December 5 Dear Stampin Friends & Customers, It’s been a pleasure sharing my crafty ideas with you over the last 20+ years. ...