Two Cool You Are Loved Regional Cards

I attended the Stampin' Up! Regional in Louisville last Saturday and we had two super cute make & takes using the You Are Loved set from the Holiday Mini.  I know, I know…talking about Valentine's Day already seems a bit premature, but our projects were a great example of how this set can be used …

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Simple & Sweet Love & Care Cards

Can you believe it's almost September?!  Wow!  Next week is a big stamping week…the new Holiday Mini is available on September 1st!  But, don't forget about your last chance to purchase the limited-time-only items from the Summer Mini.  Only a few more days—August 31st is your last day!  Don't wait!  Order your favorites today from …

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February Demo Project Showcase – Part 1

Because I'm packing, packing, packing for my upcoming move, not much stamping is going on (so sad, isn't it?!)  In the meantime, here are some of the fantastic projects created by my Too Cool Demo Team and shared at our February downline meeting last week.  Many of the cards are Valentine's related, but you'll still …

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Vintage Wallpaper Faux Patina Embossing

I love the look of antiqued, layered, and distressed backgrounds, so one of my favorite things to do is experiment with textures, colors and techniques to see what Too Cool effect will emerge! Today's cards combine both heat and dry embossing with lots of sponging to create a beautiful background reminiscent of metal with a …

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Stamp Club Valentine’s Fun

Valentine's Day is only one month away…do you have your projects ready yet?  Here are some fun ideas that were shared at my Stamp Club event last week!    Carmen DeBruce created the Valentine's treat box designed to hold a package of conversation hearts.  She use the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set.  See the Conversation …

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Lots of Love Letterpress Plate & Tips

I mentioned a couple days ago that my January Stamp Club theme was "love."  The other project that we did last week used the Lots of Love Letterpress Plate.    Isn't it pretty?!  I love the debossed background with the single "love" inked in Craft Ink.  I saw this technique at Convention last year and …

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