For the Record

Where did April and half of May go?  Egads!  I can't believe that my last post was on April 11.  Alot has taken place since then - I went on my first scrapbooking retreat the end of April.  What a fun weekend of crafting with friends, meeting new crafting friends and just getting some R and R!   I didn't get any scrapbook pages completed, but rather I spent most of the weekend preparing a number of samples from new products debuting in the new 2022-2023 Annual Catalog.  I inventoried my retired product and added the newly retired products/bundles from the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog.  I just had my 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Launch Party this last weekend.  We had fun catching up, looking through all the new goodies and crafting two make and take cards.  Of course, spring brings cleanup.  We are cleaning out of a storage unit and preparing for the proverbial garage sale.  I'm still cleaning out my office from 8 years of working at home.  It just never seems to end - does it?  How about you - what does Springtime chores have you been working on?  Now it's a chance to breath and get back into a routine - or maybe start and stick to a routine - lol! 

Tonight, I was working on a project to share with my co committee members for my 45th high school reunion taking place late summer.  The theme is Blast from the Past - and old vinyl records is one of the decorations.  I had to try out my For the Record Stamp Cling Stamp set to make some faux vinyl records.  They turned out looking so close to a vinyl record using Black Embossing Powder on Basic Black cardstock.  What do you think?  

The For the Record Cling Stamp set is in the 2022 January - June catalog.  I can't believe that another catalog will be retiring at the end of June!  And if June sneaks up on me like April/May did - I'm going to stay focused lol!  

This is a fun stamp set for the young at heart!  It includes 5 sentiments, the vinyl record and tracks images.  I love the two bolder sentiments on Basic Black cardstock and White Embossing powder - stands out really well!  And I am partial to the You're My Favorite Song sentiment as it says it all! 

For the Record Cling Stamp Set

I used a Smoky Slate 8 1/2" x 11" cardstock for my card base.  I stamped musical notes from the new Sweet Songbirds Photopolymer Stamp Set in Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad (stamped off once) all over the edges of the card front.  I stamped a few in the middle so they peek out of the vinyl record and sentiment.  

I stamped the vinyl record onto Basic Black 8 1/2" x 11" cardstock using Versamark Pad and then used heat embossed using Black Embossing Powder.  I cut the finished disc with the largest plain Layering Circle die.  I punched a piece of Real Red 8 1/2" x 11 cardstock with a 1" circle punch (retired), and a piece of Silver Foil 12" x 12" Specialty Pack sheet with a 3/4" circle punch (retired) and adhered them to the center of the disc with Multipurpose Liquid Glue.  I used my Crop-A-Dile Big Bite Punch (I found on Amazon) to punch a small hole in the middle of the circles.  I adhered to the card front using Stampin' Dimensionals.  I stamped the You're my Favorite Song sentiment with Versamark Pad and then heat embossed with White Embossing Powder.  I used the smaller label die from the Harvest Dies to cut out the sentiment.  I adhered this centered under the vinyl record with Stampin' Dimensionals.  I added Classic Matte Dots:  2 small Basic Gray dots, 2 small Basic Black dots and one large White dot colored with Dark Real Red Stampin' Blends.  I used a Basic White 8 1/2" x 11" Cardstock insert.  I stamped the "Happy Birthday" sentiment from the For the Record Stamp set with a Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad.  I adhered this to the inside of the card with Stampin' Seal.  

Here is a second card using the For the Record Sentiment.  I used the larger long and narrow die from the Seasonal Labels Dies to cut out the sentiment.  I chose the "You're Awesome" sentiment from the stamp set for the inside sentiment.  

I'm going to play more with this stamp set to make some colorful birthday cards in the next few weeks using the tracks image with the record but using colored inks! 

I've updated the lists of my retired products and bundles for sale and posted last Friday, 5/13 in preparation for last weekend's catalog launch party.  I've updated both lists based upon the products/bundles purchased so it should be current as of Sunday evening.  All newly retired products/bundles available are 60% off and previous products/bundles are 70% off.  Steals!  

Click Here to see a list of retired products list.  

Click Here to see a list of the retired bundles list.  

Please send me an email at bonnie_hershfeldt@comcast.net with the items you would like to purchase.  I'll send you a PayPal invoice and let you know if there is anything that is no longer available.  Payment is due upon receipt of the invoice please.  I can arrange for pick up if you are local to Frederick or I can ship to your home.  I'll add shipping costs to your invoice prior to sending to you, so please let me know your preference when you send me your list of items.  It's that simple!  

I still have some great deals on stamps, dies, paper, embellishments, packaging, etc.  So stop on by!

14 days left to get in on this awesome deal to get new 2022-2024 In Color products for free!  Join my team by May 31 and you will not only receive $125 in product for only $99 along with free shipping, you will also receive an additional $66.50 in new In Color Products for free!  That's over $191.50 in Stampin' Up! products for only $99. 

What 2022 - 2024 In Color products do you get for free?  

• 2022–2024 In Color Grid Paper (item 160009)
• 2022–2024 In Color Ink Pad Collection (item 161108)
• 2022–2024 In Color Cardstock Collection (item 159204)
• 2022–2024 In Color 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper Assortments (item 159253)

This is a great way to get new 2022 - 2023 Annual Catalog products.  Once you join, you will be able to take advantage of a 20% discount on all your future orders!  

This may be the perfect time to sign up - I would love to talk with you about joining my team so you can take advantage of this awesome deal.  Please call me at 303-507-5976 or email me at:  bonnie_hershfeldt@comcast.net.   

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Pick of the Crop - June 2022 Paper Pumpkin Kit

Looking for fresh ideas and designs for your summer cards and crafts? Then the Pick of the Crop Paper Pumpkin Kit is just what you’re looking for! This month’s kit is inspired by open markets, summer produce, and community. We can’t wait to see how you make the most of this sensational kit. And don’t forget about the mini canvas bag add-on!

For this month only you can purchase additional mini canvas shopping bags for a fun twist on card packaging. You will get one bag included in your kit, but there’s no need to stop the creativity there! Purchase more bags that you can stamp, color, and personalize. Just our way of expanding one of our favorite kits of the season!

Make the most of the summer season with fun sentiments like “Love you a whole bunch” and “You are the sweetest” stamped alongside a bushel of berries. You’ll love the stylized line art images that make it easy for you to show your creativity. And those cute mini canvas bags make this kit even more fun. Time to subscribe for the perfect summer craft!

This month's kit includes supplies to make 9 - 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" cards, 3 cards of 3 designs:    

• a Calypso Coral Classic Stampin’ Spot
• This kit’s stamp set is perfect for expressing your love, gratitude, and style. With sentiments that say “Love you a whole bunch”, “You’re the pick of the crop”, “You are the sweetest,” and so many more, you’ll be able to use this photopolymer stamp set for all of your summer projects.
• This kit also includes specialty vellum pieces to add a fresh touch to your cards.
• And you’ll get a Mini Shopping Bag (5-3/8" x 6"; 13.7 x 15.2 cm) which can be used to hold a couple cards for a unique craft element. (Additional bags available to purchase separately.)

The list of coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors are as follows: Blackberry Bliss, Cajun Craze, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Night of Navy, Soft Succulent 

 

Friday, June 10th is your deadline to order this yummy kit and get the adorable bag for free!  This would be an awesome kit to bring to June's Monthly Kit Gathering on, Friday, June 24th!

Beginning 6/13, you can order additional Mini Shopping bags (pack of 4 for $13).  Use your stamp sets/ink or color your bags to customize a gift package of a couple of your handmade cards to give to someone special. 

I have two upcoming classes:  Artfully Composed is a fun tropical collection in the 2022 January - June Mini Catalog.  Sun Prints is a new suite collection in the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog.  

Watch for details in this week's newsletter.  Don't receive the newsletter yet?  Sign up for my newsletter by selecting the Connect With Me menu item in the Menu above.  Under there select Subscribe to my newsletter and Blog Post and complete the small form.  Easy - Peasy!  

Artfully Composed Suite Collection

Sun Prints Suite Collection

 

As June is quickly approaching, I'll leave you with some inspiration for a masculine card for Father's Day using another new suite collection from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog - He's the Man!  Doesn't the title of this awesome masculine collection say it all!  I'll share more details in next week's blog about this awesome suite!  Amazing masculine cards for Father's day and birthday cards for that special guy!

He's the Man Suite Collection

Enjoy the beautiful early days of summer if you can this week.  I've got the door open, a slight breeze coming through tinkling my wind chimes and the birds are singing away!  

Enjoy your week and ...

Keep on Crafting!