The Forever Friends kit is part of the Stampin’ Up! Kits Collection and is on sale this month – August 2023. Below I’m going to share some cards that I made using the stamp set and additional supplies from the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog.
After you complete the cards in the kit you still have the stamp set left – and the ink spot. I decided to make some alternate cards using the Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper and other supplies from the annual catalog. I copied one card design from the kit and then create two more. In the video I’ll share with you how I split the Bordered Ribbon into 3 sections – and then used one on each card.
This was originally my Facebook Live from 7/17/2023 on my At Monika’s Place page. I’ve also uploaded it to YouTube for you to view there – see the link below.
Supply List
These are supplies that I used to complete this project – click HERE to add these to your shopping cart:
Forever Friends Kit
Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper
Card stock: Thick Basic White, Basic White, Lost Lagoon
Ink: Black Memento Ink, Crushed Curry, Lost Lagoon
Stampin’ Blends: Lost Lagoon, Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral, Petal Pink
Lost Lagoon Bordered Ribbon
Happy Labels Pick a Punch
2” Circle Punch
And here is the video. If you are reading this in an email you may need to click through to my blog or YouTube to see the video. And while you are there be sure to sign up for my YouTube channel so you know when I post a new one.
Stamp, Scrap & Create Retreat – this popular event is full for the in person retreat and only available as a to go option for this spring.
Retreat in a Box will include the same gifts, swag bag and make&take projects that the in-person retreat includes. Access to the private Facebook Group where all the projects photos, pdf instructions, and any needed videos will be posted. This time I will also be hosting a Zoom session on Thursday May 4th just for Retreat in Box participants. More specifics on that will be shared in the FB group. I’ll go over the projects, answer questions and we’ll have time to chat. You will be able to complete the projects from the comfort of your home when you have time available.
Retreat in a Box option does not include the stamp set/ink – you can add on the stamp set for $19 – we are using the Taco Fiesta set from the Jan-Apr 2023 Mini Catalog. A list of additional supplies like ink, Stampin’ Blends, tools will be provided in April. You will of course need your own adhesives and basic tools like scissors, paper trimmer, bone folder, etc. If you need to order any additional items I can order and add them to your box. Your box includes shipping priority flat rate box to your home – I cannot guarantee the date the box will arrive – that is dependent on the post office. My plan is to have them in the mail by May 1st and they should take 2-3 days to arrive.
How to Register & Pay
Payment for retreat in a box is due by March 20th so that I have time to order materials and prep your supplies.
Retreat in a Box is $85
Add-on Taco Fiesta stamp set is $19 (no additional shipping charges).
I will need your mailing address in order to mail your box to you – you can email that to me along with any questions at atmonikasplace@gmail.com.
If you have questions please let me know. If you need to order additional items please let me know and I can add them to the order.
Note: This class is only available in the US. No refunds for Retreat in a Box. Late payments incur a $20 late fee.
The Day at Farm Designer Series Paper from our Sale-a-bration offering is so darn cute. You can earn it for free with a qualifying order through Feb 28, 2023.
I have three cute cards to share with you today. I shared these on my FB Live on Feb 20, 2023. And we made these in my Cocktails & Cards class for February 2023. I love this paper, the bundle and these fun cards.
And here is the video. If you are reading this in an email you may need to click through to my blog or YouTube to see the video. And while you are there be sure to sign up for my YouTube channel so you know when I post a new one.
Join me for a class using the beautiful Sentimental Park Bundle from the Jan-Apr 2023 Stampin’ Up! mini catalog.
This class will be offered in person and by mail.
Payment for class is due by Feb. 12th so that I have time to order materials and prep your supplies for the class.
As part of the class you will receive the supplies to make 8 cards – 2 each of 4 designs. You will receive a pack of Designers Series Paper, roll of ribbon and pack of embellishments plus the card pieces for the 8 cards. That’s $30 in new product that you’ll have extras of to create more projects on your own.
In person attendees can use my stamp set and ink in class or add on the bundle.
By mail attendees can add on the Sentimental Park Bundle for catalog price of $52 or use your own from your supplies.
You will also need ink in the following colors: Night of Navy, Shaded Spruce, Mango Melody, Balmy Blue.
In Person class is $40 (limited seats available)
Class by mail is $48
Add on of Sentimental Park Bundle is $52 (plus choose a SAB item from the $50 category)
Register and pay at https://atmonikasplace.com/event-registration/
Class by mail packets will be mail on Feb. 27th.
Class participants will receive PDF tutorials for the 4 cards.
If you have questions please let me know. If you need to order additional items please let me know and I can add them to the order.
Note: this class is only available in the US
Hello! It’s time for our monthly A Paper Pumpkin Thing Blog Hop. A blog hop filled with alternate ideas using contents from the monthly kit. This month our kit is the Kisses & Hugs kit from January 2022. A group of us get together to create alternate ideas throughout the year and bring them to you in a blog hop.
The Kisses & Hugs kit is not bound to just Valentine’s Day, it works for all love occasions year-round like anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, or those “just because” days. You’ll see below that I used it for a very special occasion that just happened in our family.
Love You Scrapbook Page
When I saw this month’s kit I knew I wanted to make a scrapbook page. When all my boys were home for the holidays I had some family photos made. And we had Ryan and his girlfriend, Emily, and their two dogs take some photos as well. I was secretly thinking they were practice engagement photos. And then on New Year’s Eve at midnight Ryan did propose! So once I had my kit I knew I could use one of the photos and make a scrapbook layout. The photo I used is one of my favorites of them.
Supply List
The additional supplies that I added to complete this project were:
Simply Marbelous Designer Series Paper – free with a $50 order during Sale-A-Bration
Kisses & Hugs Add-on
A few notes about my page.
Cut apart one of the cards so that I could use the three individual hearts on my page.
Use a piece of the gray Simply Marbelous Designer Series paper and cut it in half. Cover the seam in the center with the large heart.
Stamp “love you” multiple times on the vellum heart
Stamp “love you” on the heart tag from the Add-on Kit and tie a piece of the gold twine through the hole.
The Kisses & Hugs Kit was designed as a card kit but you can also buy the Kisses & Hugs Add-on which are treat boxes. I used the heart tag and the gold twine from the add-on as part of my scrapbook page. And plan to use the boxes for some treats this month. This is what the add on looks like. I found some Strawberries & Cream Chocolate Truffles which should fit nicely inside these little treat boxes. You can still order the Kisses & Hugs Add-on – just add it to any of your regular Stampin’ Up! product orders
I hope you liked this alternate idea for the monthly Paper Pumpkin kit. Leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts.
The Blog Hop Continues
To continue through go and click on the next blog in the list below. If you are reading this in an email you may need to click on the title and visit the actual blog post on my blog to see the list below.
Don’t forget you have until the 10th of the month to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin and get that month’s kit. For February get ready for some playful fun a Safari Celebration is coming – Sign up by the 10th – go here.
Hi! I am a Stampin’ Up! independent demonstrator in Milton, Georgia. I love being creative and want to share it with you! On my blog I will share creative ideas using Stampin’ Up! products and you’ll also hear about my family and my dogs.
I look forward to helping you get your creative juices flowing!
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