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December Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop

Posted by Kimberly
on Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 · Comments (2)

December Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop

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I can’t believe it’s already December! I think this past year has flown by at lightning speed.  The good news is the Tutorial Bundle Design Team is ready to release the December Tutorial and it’s AMAZING.

Here is a sneak peek of our December Tutorial!

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Going Far

If you have never seen the Tutorial Bundle or this blog hop, it’s a special one.  I used the Going Far stamp set for this months tutorial and to inspire you for this months Blog Hop.  That’s the beauty of this design team.  Not only do we have a tutorial packed with great projects (cards and 3D), but we also share a different project on our blog hop for more inspiration.

 

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The Going Far stamp set was perfect to use my Stampin’ Blends.  In fact, interestingly enough I’ve not created a background using stamp images in forever.  I love how this card turned out and love how the colors pop!

Tip: I used the following Stampin’ Blends to color the globe images: Old Olive, Daffodil Delight, Pool Party, Bermuda Bay and Smoky Slate.  

 

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One of the reasons I love coloring with the Stampin’ Blends is the rich color it provides. It’s so beautiful.

 

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You will notice that I also went over the greeting with my Pool Party Stampin’ Blend to make the greeting pop just a bit more.  I added a few more embellishments to the greeting to complete the card.

 

Be Inspired 

Now be inspired by our amazing Tutorial Bundle Team. Simply click the button below to follow along with the hop.  You can purchase the December tutorial at the end of this post.

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Allison Okamitsu
Angela Meiritz-Reid
Constanze Wirtz
Erica Cerwin
Gail Davidson
Jacque Williams
Janneke de Jong
Julie Kettlewell
Kimberly Van Diepen
Linda van Welly-Zwolle
Lorri Heiling
Wendy Cranford

December Tutorial Release!

Looking for new ideas to inspire your creativity? The December Tutorial is filled with fantastic projects you don’t want to miss.  These ideas are not seen anywhere on the internet and great to look back on anytime for inspiration for only $15!

You can simply click the button below to purchase the December Tutorial!

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Supplies List

 

Price: $110.00

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New Tutorial Bundle Team & Hop!

Posted by Kimberly
on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017 · Comments (4)

New Tutorial Bundle Team & Hop

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It’s time for an all new Tutorial Bundle with an all NEW design team! I’m super excited about our new team and I think you will too.  Let’s get started!

 

Meet the Team!

Before I get started let me share the new design team with you.

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Many of our original designers are back and we have added a few new designers you are going to love. Each month the tutorial is packed with 12 beautiful projects (both cards and 3-D projects) that are exclusive and not seen anywhere on the internet.

 

Tutorial Facts!

You can become a subscriber,  you get 12 tutorials every month for six months – that is 72 tutorials all together for the next six months! These tutorials are EXCLUSIVE.  They are NOT seen anywhere else on the internet.  The cost to become a subscriber is $75. Basically, you are receiving the sixth tutorial FREE.

Subscribers receive the monthly tutorial on the first of each month delivered straight to their email.  Interested in becoming a subscriber? Click HERE to read more information and become a subscriber or the button below.

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Not interested in becoming a subscriber but would like to purchase the tutorials individually? No problem.

Each month the tutorials are available for $15 HERE.  You will find current and past exclusive tutorials and the tutorials are automatically sent your email ready for download.

-OR-

Purchase $50 in my Online Store and you will receive the tutorial for FREE for the current month.

My team receives this tutorial for FREE each month. It has been a fantastic resource for my team to use for business with the diverse projects shared in each tutorial.

Below is a little sneak peek of our August tutorial.  The projects are fantastic!!

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Lemon Zest Bundle

This month I used the Lemon Zest Bundle for my project.  I love this set and the Lemon Builder Punch.  This is a fantastic bundle.  Each month our Tutorial Bundle Design Team creates a project for the tutorial and a project for our blog hop.

Here is what I created using the Lemon Zest Bundle.

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I love the greetings in this stamp set!

Tips & Tricks 

Here are a few tips on how I created this card:

  • The background was created using the Pattern Party Decorative Masks with an Aqua Painter and ink.  I used Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, and Melon Mambo inks.
  • Once the ink for the background was dry, I created splatter using an Aqua Painter loaded with Melon Mambo ink and tapped it lightly over the background.

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  • I love adding small details to cards by using the Enamel Shapes.

 

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You can find all of the products I used for this project in the links below!

 

Time to Be Inspired!

I love that you will be inspired by so many artists today.  Your first stop is my beautiful friend Lorri Heiling.  Her projects are always gorgeous and I love her attention to detail.  Simply click the next button below to enjoy the hop!

 

 

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Please visit the All Star Tutorial Designers:

 

Don’t Forget

If you want to see more tutorials… check out my PDF library filled with fun tutorials to inspire your creativity.

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Happy Celebrations-Artisan Hop

Posted by Kimberly
on Thursday, May 18th, 2017 · Comments (6)

Happy Celebrations-Artisan Hop

Happy Artisan hop day.  That means lots of inspiring projects are about to be shared using the Happy Celebrations and Cool Treats stamp set.

I’m over the moon to share another project using the Happy Celebrations stamp set.  I have enjoyed this stamp set and coordinating embossing folders more than I ever thought I would.

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

 

So Very Happy

Actually, I’m sitting at Starbucks as I write this post and I’m not so very happy.  I’m outside sitting at the tables because it’s a comfortable 80 degrees and no humidity (that’s a miracle) and inside the Starbucks, it feels like -30! I didn’t bring a jacket so I figured sitting outside would be fine. That’s until I started feeling ants biting.  I’m guessing this is a no win situation… however I’ll make it a winner because the weather is gorgeous.

Okay, back to happy.

This card really made me happy because I love Watercolor Paper.  There is lots of watercolor paper on this card and a few other fun details.  Let’s get started.  I’m excited to share with you.

 

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

Tips & Tricks

  • I started this card using a piece of Watercolor Paper 3-3/4″ x 5-1/2″.  Using my Aqua Painter, I added a quick watercolor wash in the center using Rich Razzleberry ink.
  • Using the Stitched Shapes Framelits, I cut 3 different size circles then watercolored each using Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, and Old Olive inks.  WHOA! These colors knock my socks off.  I love how they blend. Each of the circles was attached to the main Watercolor Paper.

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

 

  • One of the details I fell in love with on this card is the doily.  We all know how much I love the little details, but this doily peeking above the circle makes me squeal.
  • The sweet scallop edge comes from the Cutie Pie Thinlits which is being discontinued.  I’ve loved this thinlit and mostly used it for the scallop.  Make sure to grab it if you love it.  It’s only available until the end of the month.
  • The best news about the Happy Celebrations stamp set… it’s being carried over into the NEW catalog.
  • Notice how that small strip of Basic Black cardstock really pops next to these colors? Love that.

 

Be Happy with Happy Celebrations

You can click the photos to see more details on each of the products in my Online Store.

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

 

Here is the coordinating texture embossing folders- Celebrations Duo.

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

 

 

The Last Details

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Hop

 

Lastly, I had a few details to finish the card.  Sequins are one of my favorite quick and easy embellishments and don’t forget the Enamel Shapes.  I love that our Enamel Shapes coordinate with our colors.  One more thing, I love how that little clip is holding on to my greeting.

 

Be Inspired!

It’s time to be inspired and see more inspiration using the Happy Celebrations and Cool Treats stamp set.  Your first stop is the creative Louise Sharp.  Simply click the button below to enjoy the hop.

Happy Celebrations, Stampin' Up!, Artisan Blog Hop

 

 

Eastern Palace Bundle

One last thing… the Eastern Palace Bundles are only available until May 31st.  Don’t miss out on this incredible deal.  Click HERE to see the bundles.  Remember, if you purchase these bundles through my Online Store, you will receive TWO tutorials with a total of 39 cards, 3D projects for you to create.  Click HERE to read more and see a sneak peek of the tutorial.

Need ideas? Check out my Tutorial Library.  Create in the comfort of your home.

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Make today GREAT and stamp something pretty.

You can find links to the CURRENT products I used for today’s projects below.

 

Price: $110.00

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Inspiring Monday-Card Buffet

Posted by Kimberly
on Monday, May 8th, 2017 · Comments (0)

Inspiring Monday-Card Buffet

This weekend I did a little cleaning purge of my desk.  It’s amazing what I find laying around when I finally sift through all of the piles of papers sitting around.  In fact, as I was sifting through my piles I found three cards I had to share.  I feel like I have a little card buffet to share with the cards that I found.

 

A Quick & Simple Technique

Recently I created a card using a fun technique that Stampin’ Up! posted on Instagram. If you haven’t followed them on Instagram, you should.  This feed is nothing but happiness and great eye candy. They share tips from the Artisans that are eye-opening and fun.

With that said, I don’t think my tip is AWE dropping, but I believe that it’s a quick and straightforward wow card you can create using the Big on Birthdays stamp set.  This stamp set will carry over to the new Annual Catalog which is super exciting.

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Use Your Markers

I find that I don’t use my markers enough.  Not because I don’t love them, but I forget about them.  I just stamped the Happy Birthday image onto Whisper White cardstock, then outlined the image using my markers.  Believe it or not, I created six fun cards using this technique, and the cards were SO simple and fast to create.

I love this stamp set because of the big bold images.  They are simple to color, and each had their unique look with the marker.  Isn’t that fun?

 

 

Everyday Hero

My next card uses the Everyday Hero stamp set.

I jokingly talk about being superwoman, and I bet we can all think of many women in our lives that we could give this title.  While I also jokingly say I’ve buried my cape in the backyard, I think I’ve had to put it back on a few times the last six weeks.  I don’t know; I believe this card is super fun and one that would make a mom smile.

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Of course, I had to add a little frilly to the card.  A doily made it all the more feminine, and the ribbon as well.

Card Buffet, Everyday Hero, Stampin' Up!

 

There is one thing retiring on this card that I probably did cry over- the Tags & Labels Framelits.  I’ve loved these dies and used them for SO SO many cards.  Make sure to check them out while they are still available.  The Everyday Hero’s set is one that is retiring also.  I’m sad to see it go as well but I think this will be a keeper for when I remind my friends what a hero they are.

Download a FREE tutorial to create this card HERE.

Love Sparkles

The last one I’m sharing for today’s card buffet is from the stamp set Love Sparkles.

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One of my favorite things I love to add to a card is using a greeting for the background.  It’s something very simple, but it always gives a fun look to a card. For this card, I used the Flirty Flamingo and Watermelon Wonder inks and alternated the colors with the greeting.  I added a touch of the Delightful Dijon for a pop of color.

Card Buffet, Love Sparkles, Stampin' Up!

 

Another die cut that is retiring and seen a ton of use in my stamp room is the Stars, Framelits Dies.  These are on sale, so get them before they are gone.  I love how the three layers of stars and the colors look together.
Card Buffet, Love Sparkles, Stampin' Up!

 

Lastly, I added the tiny greeting by stamping the greeting onto Basic Black cardstock using VersaMark ink. Then I placed White Embossing Powder over it and heated.  Again, this gave a little pop to the card.

 

I have a FREE tutorial for this last card that you can download HERE.

 

Inspiring Monday

I guess the moral of my story today is I should clean my desk more often.  Who knew these gems were hiding under stacks of papers.

The last thing these cards need on them is a matching stamped envelope with a stamp and address.  They are ready to leave my house for good and bring a smile to someone’s face.

A couple of reminders…

Check out the retiring list HERE.  Lots of great sales.  AND… another must check is the Clearance Rack.  GREAT buys and tons of fun things to stock up on.  Click HERE to see it.

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I’ve had a BALL with the Eastern Palace Suite.  Ths is one promotion I wouldn’t miss out on.  You can see all of the cards I’ve created using this bundle below.  Click HERE to see the bundles and get your free gifts before May 31st.  Remember, you get TWO tutorials when you purchase this bundle from my Online Store.  Combined together, these tutorials have 39 cards and 3d projects you don’t want to miss.

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Looking for fun tutorials that will knock your socks off? Click the photo below to see my tutorial library.

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May Tutorial Design Team Hop

Posted by Kimberly
on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017 · Comments (9)

May Tutorial Design Team Hop

It’s time to see the creativity unleashed from the Tutorial Bundle Team.  This is always a fun blog hop filled with great inspiration.

Today’s blog hop is all about the Eastern Palace Suite.

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Shimmer & Pizzaz

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One of the things I’ve been using a lot with the Eastern Palace Bundle is the Shimmer White Cardstock.  I love how this cardstock looks when you watercolor.

Once I added the Lemon Lime Twist Ink watercolored over the medallion, it was love at first sight.  The picture never does Shimmer paper any justice because you cannot see the shimmer in the photo.  I promise it’s shimmery and beautiful.

 

Tips & Tricks

Here are a few tips when creating this card:

  • I created the medallion by stacking the largest circle from the Layering Circles Framelits along with the Eastern Medallion Thinlits Dies using Shimmer White Cardstock.  The Eastern Medallion dies stack so beautifully together.  I also die cut another large layering circle using Whisper White cardstock.
  • Once I watercolored the medallion using my Aqua Painter and Lemon Lime Twist Ink, I layered it over the Circle die cut.  I found using a sponge dauber with Tombow Multipurpose glue to be most effective to keep the medallion adhered to the Whisper White cardstock.  I simply placed a small dab of the glue onto a sponge dauber, then dabbed over the back of the medallion.  It worked like a charm.
  • To keep the label with the greeting in place along with the twine, I used a staple.

May Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop

  • Creating the card front I stamped the 3 main circle images along with the star design in the center of each circle.  I love how the Fresh Fig, Dapper Denim and Lemon Lime Twist Ink coordinate together.
  • Lastly, don’t forget to add a little pizzaz to your medallion by using the Basic Rhinestones.  I love how this created attention to this intricate medallion.

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Did You Know? 

Every month this team of demonstrators comes together to create one of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen. This tutorial is unlike others.  It’s beautifully put together with great projects, step by step directions and fantastic photography!  Every month I’m blown away by the artwork and creativity from this team.

May Tutorial Bundle, Stampin' Up!, Dragonfly Dreams

 

Our May Tutorial features the Eastern Palace Suite and OH MY WORD… it’s amazing.  If you love cards and 3D projects, this tutorial will INSPIRE you!

Did you know you can get this tutorial for FREE? Yes, if you purchase either of the Eastern Palace Bundles available as seen HERE, you will receive this tutorial for free.  -OR- You can purchase the tutorial for $15.  Either way, don’t miss this!

Check out this sneak peek…

May Exclusive Tutorial, Eastern Palace Suite, Stampin' Up!

 

Be Inspired!

Next, it’s time to be inspired by the other Tutorial Bundle Design Team.  My dear friend Kylie has an amazing project for you.  Simply click the button below to see her project and the rest of the design team.

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Blog Hop List

Allison Okamitsu
Angela McKay
Cornelia Janssen
Erica Cerwin
Janneke de Jong
Juana Ambida
Kimberly Van Diepen
Kylie Bertucci
Louise Sharp
Rachel Tessman

 

Extra Tutorial… 

Lastly, this month I have an exciting tutorial I’m giving FREE to anyone that purchases the Eastern Palace Bundle this month.  This tutorial has 27 projects using only the Eastern Palace Bundle and ONLY what the bundle comes with.  Yes, that is two tutorials you will receive free when you purchase the Eastern Palace Bundle this month.  YAY!

 

May Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop

 

You can find all of the products I used for this project in the clickable links below. 

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