For Love of Paper

Another Dasher Card

Like so many other people I love the Dasher stamp. You can purchase it singly and it's only $8.95. Whoo hoo! That must be why it is the #2 selling stamp (right behind the Medallion stamp).

I totally CASED (copy and share everything) this card from someone but I don't know who it was anymore. It was rather quick and easy. Definitely a card that could be mass produced.

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Dasher (116816) and Jolly Wheel (112479)

Inks: Chocolate Chip (100908)

Paper: Real Red (102482), Very Vanilla (101650), Old Olive (100702) and Merry Moments DSP (115672)

Other: Stampin' Sponge (101610), 3/4" Real Red Polka Dot Ribbon (115608), 5/8" Chocolate Chip Ribbon (109051), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Mini Glue Dots (103683) and Tag Corner Punch (107215)

Remember you can purchase any of the supplies you'll need to make this card online anytime 24/7!

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Christmas Wreath Class Added!

I received such an overwhelming response to this Paper Christmas Wreath I've decided to add it as a class and a kit.

Here's the scoop:

Class: Curly Paper Wreath

When: Tuesday, November 17th from 6 to 9 pm or

          Saturday, November 21st from 9 am to Noon

Where: My house in Leander, TX

Cost: $20 for class or a kit

        $20 plus shipping if you would like a kit mailed to you (please email me for this option)

RSVP: ASAP this class is next week!

Don't miss out on great projects like this!

Today marks the sixth week in the 12 Weeks of Christmas. What is the 12 Weeks of Christmas you ask? Each week I send out an email featuring an exclusive Christmas project such as cards, wrapping or tags, gifts and home decor. The only way you can get your hands on these terrific projects is to sign up for my monthly INKspirations newsletter. Just add your email to the newsletter sign up box in the upper left hand corner of the page and not only will you begin receiving my monthly newsletter but also an exclusive 12 Weeks of Christmas Project every week through mid December.

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Christmas Cards II

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Class: Christmas Cards II

Each participant will be making 5 of the three cards shown for a total of 15 cards. You will also receive envelopes. Learn to create your own embossed cardstock using the Sizzix Big Shot and accessories.

When: Saturday, December 5th from 9 am to Noon or

          Tuesday, December 8th from 6 to 9 pm

Where: My house in Leander, Texas

Cost: $20

RSVP: Prepayment is due by check or Paypal no later than Monday, November 30th. If paying by check please email me at chris@forloveofpaper.com for the address.

A few seats left for the Christmas Cards I Class

Tomorrow, Monday, November 2nd is the deadline to sign up for the first of two Christmas Card Classes.

Christmas Cards I Class will be held next Saturday, November 7th from 9am to Noon and on Tuesday, November 10th from 6 to 9 pm at my home in Leander.

You will be making five of each of the three designs shown for a total of 15 cards. You will also receive envelopes for all of your cards, all for only $25.

Please remember prepayment via check, cash or paypal is due no later than Monday, November 2nd. You can use the Paypal link below, drop off cash or drop a check in the mail (please email me if you are paying by check).

Don't delay sign up today!

Christmas Pine

When someone says "Stampin' Up!" two stamp sets immediately come to mind, Heartfelt Thanks (now retired) and Lovely As A Tree. Lovely As A Tree has been used in so many ways and yet I still never tire of it. One of the things I love about the set is that it lends itself well to masculine cards (always hard to come up with) and to Christmas Cards and it isn't even a Christmas set. So if you're looking for a stamp set with a lot of versitility I highly recommend Lovely As A Tree (# 115026 pg. 110).

So how did I make this lovely card?

1. Cut the following pieces:

• Very Vanilla Card Base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4" and 2" x 3 3/4"
• Chocolate Chip 5 1/4" x 4"

2. Run the Chocolate Chip Cardstock through the Sizzix Big Shot with the swirly texture plate from Stampin' Up! Backgrounds I.                                                                    Tip: Spray the cardstock with rubbing alcohol using a misting spray bottle before you run it through the Big Shot. This will make the plate leave a deeper impression on the cardstock.

3. Ink the pine tree stamp using Old Olive and Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Markers. Stamp onto the smaller piece of Very Vanilla.

4. To give the tree warmth using a Sponge Dauber with Old Olive Classic Ink and lightly pounce the dauber over the tree.

5. Sponge the edges of all the cardstock pieces using Chocolate Chip Classic Ink.

6. Assemble the layers and add a Red Gingham knot using a Mini Glue Dot.

Supply List

Stamps: Lovely As A Tree

Inks: Old Olive and Chocolate Chip Classic Inks and Stampin' Write Markers

Paper: Very Vanilla and Chocolate Chip

Other: Sizzix Big Shot with Backgrounds I, Stamping Sponge, Sponge Dauber, Mini Glue Dots and Red Gingham Ribbon

Embossing folders and brayers make for a WOW look!

This card is so simple but so rich. The combination of the Finial Press Embossing Folder and a brayer give it such a warm look and it is an easy technique. You should definately give this one a try.

What you'll need:

Stamps: Serene Snowflakes and Grateful Greetings

Inks: Soft Suede Classic Ink

Paper: Soft Suede and Very Vanilla

Other: Sizzix Big Shot with Finial Press Embossing Folder, Clear Rhinestone Brad, Mat Pack with hole piercer, Stamping Sponge and Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's how:

1. Cut the following pieces:

• Soft Suede Card Base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4" and 2 3/4" x 3 3/4"
• Very Vanilla (2) 5 1/4" x 4" and 2 1/2" x 3 1/2"

2. Stamp the next to largest snowflake from Serene Snowflakes using Soft Suede Classic Ink onto the top of the smaller piece of Very Vanilla Cardstock.

3. Below it stamp "Christmas Greetings" from Greatful Greetings using the same ink.

4. Run one of the large pieces of Very Vanilla Cardstock through the Sizzix Big Shot with the Finial Press Embossing Folder.

5. Ink up a brayer with Soft Suede Classic Ink and lightly run it over the embossed cardstock. It doesn't matter which direction you go, just be sure to cover the entire piece.

6. Sponge the edges of all three pieces of Very Vanilla using more Soft Suede Classic Ink.

7. Adhere the stamped piece onto it's Soft Suede CS mat. Pierce a hole using the Mat Pack and hole piercer and insert the Clear Rhinestone Brad. Adhere this onto the embossed cardstock using Stampin' Dimensionals. Then onto the Soft Suede Card Base using regular adhesive.

8. Adhere the remaining piece of Very Vanilla on the inside of the card and stamp the sentiment of your choice.

If you are loving this card like I am then be sure to check back next week. I will be unveiling the cards for the December Christmas Card Class and one of them is very similar to this card.

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Christmas Cards I Class

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Class: Christmas Cards I

Each participant will be making 5 of the three cards shown for a total of 15 cards. You will also receive envelopes. Each of these three cards are stunning. You will be using the new flocked paper from the Christmas Cocoa Designer Series Paper line and learning how to create your own textured cardstock using the Sizzix Big Shot and accessories.

When: Saturday, November 7th from 9 am to Noon or

           Tuesday, November 10th from 6 to 9 pm

Where: My house in Leander, Texas

Cost: $25

RSVP: Prepayment by check, cash or Paypal is due by Monday, November 2nd.

Do you have 3 hours?

In only 3 hours you could create all of this!

It's not too late to sign up for next Saturday's Photo Christmas Class. During class you will complete three wonderful projects all centered around photos.

Santa Suit Card - This trifold card has three panels. The center one is flat and the perfect place to add your traditional holiday greeting, while the other two panels are pockets. Allowing you to add photos and/or a letter.

CD/DVD Card - With so many families spread out across the country even across the world from one another adding photos to a CD or DVD is a great way to share moments and memories to those you love far away. While the outside of the card has a traditional picture with Santa the inside holds a CD or DVD you can load with tons of photos, just open the flap with the stripes. Ready for a high tech Christmas Gift? Take it a step further and make a digital album using the new My Digital Studio Software from Stampin' Up!

Christmas Explosion Box - When the lid is pulled off this delightful decoration "explodes" to reveal 12 picture panels. This makes a terrific gift for grandparents or add your own photos from Christmas' past and use it as part of your yearly holiday decor. Everyone is always wowed when you take the lid off.

Class: Photo Christmas

When: Saturday, October 17th from 9am to Noon

Where: My house in Leander, Texas

Cost: $25

RSVP: Prepayment by check, cash or Paypal is due by Monday, October 12th.

Gifts Galore

Do you find yourself searching for inexpensive, small, but meaningful gifts at the holidays?

Take a look at three quick and inexpensive gifts you can complete in the upcoming Gifts Galore Class on Saturday, October 3rd.

These gifts are perfect for for teachers, office mates, friends and that one person that slipped your mind.

Each participant will make a set of four coasters wrapped and ready to go (there are two choices for coasters, one is great for guys), an acrylic post-it note holder with matching pen and a Top Note chipboard wall hanging. You will receive complete written instructions for all three projects. Making them easy to recreate again and again. Change up the paper and stamps used and you've got an entirely new look. Not only are these fast but they are fun. 

Get a jump start on your holiday to-do list and sign up for class today!

What: Gifts Galore

When: Saturday, October 3rd from 9am to Noon

Where: My house in Leander, Texas

Cost: $25

RSVP: Prepayment by check, cash or Paypal is due by Monday, September 28th.