Today we're Creating a Simply Beautiful Card Using Stampin'Up! By the Bay Designer Series Paper. This set of 48 sheets with 12 unique designs & 4 of each. One side of each paper is embedded with a metallic or shiny clear portions of the designs.

Here's a quick look at the papers...

And here's today's card...

and a little closer look at some of the details...

You'll see this design doesn't include the embedded metallic...it reminded me of a beach scene... with the water in the foreground and the sky above....

By simply adding the seaguls (from On the Ocean) your mind is suddenly picturing the beach scene...right?

Then we added the gorgeous scripty greeting 'Thinking of You' (Go To Greetings) in gold embossing!

We chose the Night of Navy card base that makes the navy 'swish' on the paper just pop. And we added narrow side panels of gold foil to coordinate with the gold embossing.

By adding 3 clear rhinestones we can add some pizzazz to liven up our 'scene' without drawing your attention away.

So a Simply Beautiful card that is beautifully 'simple!'

Stop back Thursday and see what we did with another design from the DSP pack!

I'll give you step by step directions below followed by the supply list.

Remember:

*If you use this month's host code (CMD34HDM) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

*If you purchase $50 you can select from the Sale-a-bration brochure & receive a free product.

Directions:

1. Cut Night of Navy cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2; score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Cut the "beach scene" designer paper 4 X 5

    *Stamp verse (Thinking of You - Go To Greetings) in Versamark, sprinkle with Gold Embossing powder and heat with Heat Tool until shiny gold

    *Stamp seaguls (On the Ocean) in black ink (e.g. Memento)

    *Adhere 3 small rhinestones--see sample for placement.

 3. Cut 2 pieces of gol foil 1/2" X  3  3/4; adhere these to the sides of the designer paper using either Tear and Tape or glue dots 

    *Adhere this unit to the card front with glue.

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies now!

BY THE BAY 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) SPECIALTY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
$15.00

NIGHT OF NAVY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

ON THE OCEAN CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$23.00

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$6.00

VERSAMARK PAD
$9.50

METALLICS EMBOSSING POWDERS
$18.00

GOLD FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

GO TO GREETINGS CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$24.00

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Today we're Creating a Simply Gorgeous Card with Stampin'Up! Fancy Flora Designer Series Paper. Tuesday we created the cutest Easter basket with this designer paper---if you missed it check it out here click here .

This designer paper is stunning...

Of course, the photo doesn't really give you a good image but you can get the idea...here's today's card...

& a bit closer...

As you can see with the beautiful paper design we don't want to cover up any of it...we just need to add a touch of shine with the gold foil sprigs and the new Iridescent Pastel Gems. We added a bit more elegance with the Gold/Vanilla ribbon (a carryover from the holiday mini catalog).

Then for the last pretty detail we added a border with that awesome set of dies (Delicate Edges)...you just can't go wrong with that set of dies to push your design over the top!

And that's all you need for this spectacular card..remember there are 24 designs in this pack of designer paper so you can have 24 fabulous cards that use the same construction but are totally unique!

Stop back  next week --see what we're creating then!

I'll give you step by step directions below followed by the supply list.

Remember:

*If you use this month's host code (CMD34DM) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Petal Pink cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Calypso Coral cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/2, use the floral die (Delicate  Edges dies) along bottom edge. Adhere to card front with liquid glue. See sample for placement.

3. Cut designer paper (your choice from the 24 designs in Fancy Flora) 3 X 5 1/2; adhere to Calypso layer with liquid glue--see sample for placement.

4. Cut approximately 18" Gold/Vanilla ribbon, wrap around card front and tie in a knot slightly off center.

5. Die cut 2 sprigs (Around the Bend Dies #160649) from Gold Foil; adhere under ribon forming a V.

6. Adhere 1 large and 2 small Calypso Iridescent Pastel Sequins -- see sample for placement.

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies now!

IRIDESCENT PASTEL GEMS
$8.00

PETAL PINK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

CALYPSO CORAL 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

GOLD & VANILLA 3/8" (1 CM) SATIN EDGED RIBBON
$8.00

GOLD FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

DELICATE EDGES DIES
$30.00

FANCY FLORA 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
$12.00

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Today we'll show you How to Create the Cutest Easter Basket with Stampin'Up! Fancy Flora Desginer Series Paper.  I fell in love with this designer paper the first time I saw it & using it for Easter baskets works beautifully.

These are the designs in this gorgeous set of papers...

Here's a set of baskets created with 4 of these designs...

A closer look at one...

In this photo you can get a really good view of the designer paper pattern---the mix & blend of the color splashes is very appealing. There are 12 patterns in this paper pack & each side is anothe set of 12 patterns---you can create 24 unique basket designs. Then considering you have 48 sheets of paper in this pack....well,  you get the picture.

Stop back  Thursday --see what we're creating with this Fancy Flora DSP!

I'll give you step by step directions below followed by the supply list.

Remember:

*If you use this month's host code (CMD34DM) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

Select your design (6x6). Score each side at 2"-this looks like a tic tac toe board.

On 2 opposite sides cut up on the score line to the crossing score line--do this on both opposite sides. (see pink sample below)

In middle section of the 2 opposite sides make pencil mark at the mid point (at 1")

    a. cut from the midpoint to left intersection of that section with the crossing score line. Repeat on right side. Do the same to the opposite side. (See pink sample below)

    b. cut the end sections in approximate thirds...do this on both the left & right sections.  Repeat on opposite side. (See pink sample below)

    *Working on one side add a strip of Stampin'Seal to the inside edge of the 2 sections of 3 "fingers."

    *Hold pointed center section in one hand - bring up the closest "finger" on the left side & stick to the outside of the middle section...

(no clip needed--it will stick to center section with Stampin'Seal)

    *Then bring up the closest finger on the right side... stick it to the first finger...

   * Then bring up the 2nd finger on the left side..stick to previous finger...

    *Bring up the 2nd finger on the right... stick to previous finger...

    *Now bringing up the last (3rd) finger on the left--place this straight horizontally (there will be a bit of the previous fingers showing--we'll take care of that last).

 *Lastly bring up the 3rd finger on the right side-- make it straight horizontally...these last 2 fingers form the basket rim. Snip off the points showing above the rim on both sides.

    Repeat on the the other side.

    *Cut coordinating cardstock (in the single basket - Freesia) 8 1/2 X 3/4

    *Using a paper punch make small hole in the middle of both ends & in the center of both sides of the basket rim. Using brads or paper fasteners (found in office supply stores) push ends through hole/spread prongs to attach handle.

    *Cut approximately 9" of  ribbon (single sample uses Freesia); tie in bow--attach where handle is attached.

Your basket is ready for filling!

Supplies: Click on image below--you'll be in my store--order supplies now!

STAMPIN' SEAL+
$12.00

FANCY FLORA 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
$12.00

FRESH FREESIA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

FRESH FREESIA 3/8" (1 CM) OPEN WEAVE RIBBON
$7.00

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Today we're Creating Another Striking Card with Stampin'Up1 New Naturally Gilded Designer Series Specialty Paper! Last Thursday(3/2/23) we used this same designer paper to create our first card --if you missed it, check it out here .... Click here to see the card

This is a quick peek at the specialty paper..

 As you can see it features copper foil on white, silver foil on white, and gold foil on vanilla...such a stunning display of shining beauty!

Here's today's card...

And a litte closer to see that foil and images...

We used the Picture This die for the top layer--isn't that a perfect display of this designer paper?  Three lovely windows on to the copper foil wildflowers...amazing!

The sweet butterfly in copper foil is from the die set...Desginer Tags....it's a super useful set and you can use this dainty butterfly for a multitude of card designs.

The curly script for our greeting is from the Irresistible Blooms bundle--that new set of products found online...here's the brochure for all these products... Download DEMO_MKTL_FLY_US_0223_ONLINE_EXCLUSIVES

Stop back by next week to see what we're creating.

I'll give you step by step directions below followed by the supply list for the above card.

Remember you have until 3-10-23 to get the March monthly FREE Class featuring Irresistible Blooms Collection:

Here's how the FREE CLASS works! 

Click here for the full details https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2023/02/monthly-free-stamp-class-featuring-stampinup-new-irresistible-blooms-in-march.html

    Briefly you place an order (for anything) using the specific host code (this class host code is (MD6XQ92K)

        *For $35 order using the code - you'll receive supplies** to create 3 designs X 2 of each = 6 cards
        *For $50 order using the code - you'll receive the above PLUS a pack of embellishments or a roll of ribbon

Directions:

 1. Cut Cajun Craze cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base); put card front through the cross hatch folder (Basic 3D embossing folders).

2. Cut copper/white designer paper (Naturally Gilded) 4 5/8 X 3 1/2; adhere to card front--center well.

3. Cut Cajun Craze 5/8 X 4 3/4; die cut with Picture This dies; adhere over designer paper with dimensionals (using mini dimensionals works well with these thin borders).

4. Die cut butterfly (Designer Tags) from copper foil; adhere large Champagne Rhinestone to head, adhere butterfly to card with a glue dot.

5. Adhere 3 large Champagne Rhinestones under the right side window in a straight line.

6. Cut Pale Papaya 1/2 X 2 1/4; stamp verse (Irresistible Blooms) in black ink: adhere a small champagne rhinestone as the dot over the 'i'.  Adhere label to card front with dimensionals.

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies today & remember to use the special host code (MD6XQ92K) to receive the FREE class.

#161639 Naturaly Gilded Designer Series Specialty Paper

PICTURE THIS DIES
$34.00

CAJUN CRAZE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

PALE PAPAYA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

CHAMPAGNE RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$6.00

DESIGNER TAGS DIES
$32.00

COPPER FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

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This is the Last Call for FREE Stamp Class Featuring Stampin'Up! New Irresistible Blooms. These products are from the new collection that you are able to order NOW! Download the brochure here Download

 DEMO_MKTL_FLY_US_0223_ONLINE_EXCLUSIVES

OFFER FOR FREE CLASS ENDS 3/10/22

Here's the stamp set in the bundle---love the curlieques in the script--so playful yet really complements the artwork!

I want to thank all the ladies who took advantage of the first FREE class offered last month--the response was wonderful and the comments on the card designs appear to indicate we are headed in the right direction!

Here's a sneak peak of the upcoming designs for the March free class so you can get an idea of what will be in your free kits.

The dies in this new set are amazing--not only do they cut out the stamped  images but they also include a lovely beaded circle as well as a cut leaving beaded strands....

We are offering these free classes to help get your creative juices flowing with your stamps.  I know what it's like to sit an look at a bundle and not have a clue where to begin---these free supplies are all cut, die cut, and include embellishments for you--you'll be making those cards in a flash with the photos, measurements, and videos to show you quickly how to create them.

Watch at the beginning of each month for the free class for that month!

If you enjoy the free class click on the Events button at the top of this page and check out the classes we hold every weekend--they are all on zoom so it doesn't matter where you are!

Here's how the FREE CLASS works!

    *A  stamp set will be featured
    *At the end of the post (see below) is a list of supplies used in the 3 cards
    *You place an order (for anything) using the specific host code (this month's host code is (MD6XQ92K)

        *For $35 order using the code - you'll receive supplies** to create 3 designs X 2 of each = 6 cards
        *For $50 order using the code - you'll receive the above PLUS a pack of embellishments or a roll of ribbon

            **Supply packet contains cut/scored cardstock, die cuts, embellishments, tied bows.
Supplies not included-- stamped images, adhesives, or any other coloring tools.
        *When your order is placed you will receive via email on 3/11/23 a pdf with
        *Photos of each individual card
        *Complete list of measurements
        *Link to the video to follow at your own pace--
re-run it or stop it at any time & the link will be good for at least a year...
so you can access it again and again.

        Note: videos are usually less that 10 minutes per card & show you step by step with helpful hints.

Get your FREE Class--Order NOW!!!

Deadline for placing your order is 3/10/23 using the host code MD6XQ92K
Your email will be sent 3/11/23
Your card supplies will be mailed to you 3/20/23 

Note: I use the email & mailing address from your order placed with the host code---please be sure the info is correct.

Supply list: Click on SHOP NOW button on right side of this page (above my photo)

If you need the NEW Irrisistible Product codes:

161154 Bundle
161140 Stamp Set
161149 Die set
161139 Designer Series Paper
161153 Loose Gems
161598 Basic 3D folders (3 folders)

Click here for the remainder of the products used: Download Supply list