FAUX SUEDE FALL WOODGRAIN LEAVES...

This is a card I did for a Beginner's Technique Class this week.  It focuses on the Faux Suede  technique.  I usually end up doing flowers for this technique as it is always a "wow" and had planned to do so again.  But when I woke up this morning, I just felt like doing something other than flowers.  So I decided Faux Suede leaves would better fit the season.  Well, we did do a flower for their technique card, so the ladies still had their "wow".  :o)

Since it was a last minute switch, I cased myself from a card I did this summer and then changed it up a bit.  You can see the technique for woodgraining the leaves after doing the Faux Suede technique here: Woodgrained Autumn Leaves.  Enjoy!

FAUX SUEDE FALL LEAVES SUPPLIES:

• Card Stock – Early Espresso Core'dinations, Crumb Cake, Old Olive, More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler
• Ink – Soft Suede, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, More Mustard Classic
• Ribbon – Linen Thread (#104199, $4.50)
• Accessories – Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons (#127833, $6.95)
• Tools – Big Shot, Autumn Accents Die (#127812, $21.95), Woodgrain Embossing Folder (#127821, $7.95), Simply Scored Scoring Tool (#122334, $29.95), Stampin' Sanding System (#129367, $3.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95), Sponge Daubers or Stampin' Sponges

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OVER THE FULL MOON FOR TREACHEROUS TOXIC TREATS...

Today I have a card to share from an upcoming Beginner Technique class.  It features the Emboss Resist technique with masking (for the full moon).  I also included a Faux Suede piece to reemphasize that technique which we will also be learning at the class.

Normally I would have done more sponging/shading on the focal piece, but I wanted to keep it simple for beginners.  I colored the pearls black with a Sharpie marker.  Enjoy!

TOXIC FULL MOON TREATS SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Toxic Treats (W#127898 $28.95, C#127901 $20.95), Googly Ghouls (W#128060 $16.95, C#128063 $12.95)
• Card Stock – Basic Black, More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie, Champagne Glitter Paper (#127885, $4.95), Howlstooth & Scaringbone DSP (#126906, $10.95)
• Ink – Basic Black Craft, Pumpkin Pie, Tangerine Tango Classic
• Accessories – Black Stampin' Emboss Powder (#109133, $4.75), Pearl Basic Jewels (#119247, $4.95)
• Tools – Big Shot, Labels Collection Framelits Dies (#125598, $26.95), Heat Tool (#129053, $29.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95), Bone Folder, Sponge Daubers

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TECHNIQUE THURSDAY, Seamless Tiers / Triple Time With FREE Tutorial...

Today I have a card to share with you from my Beginner's Technique class last month.  It features the Rock & Roll technique which always amazes beginner stampers (and me, too!).  The French Foliage stamp set is PERFECT for this technique and is one of my favorite stamp sets to boot! 

This card also features the Seamless Tiers technique.  I first tried this technique back in May after getting an email newsletter with a card by Julia Stanton.  Since then I have seen many demonstrators calling it the Triple Time technique.  I call it Triple Layer Stamping.  Whatever name you choose, it is just a super fun technique!  I have included free instructions following the supply list, so you can try it out for yourself.

This another version I did using Cajun Craze for the mat colors.

FALL FOLIAGE TRIPLE CARD SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – French Foliage (W#120845 $19.95, C#121166 $14.95), Petite Pairs (W#122498 $28.95, C#122497 $20.95)
• Card Stock – Very Vanilla, Soft Suede (or Cajun raze)
• Ink – So Saffron, More Mustard, Old Olive, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler & Soft Suede Classic, Cherry Cobbler, Pumpkin Pie & Soft Suede Stampin' Write Markers
• Ribbon – Linen Thread (#104199, $4.50)
• Punches – 3/4" Circle (#119873, $12.95), 1/16" Handheld Circle (#101227, $8.95)
• Accessories – Naturals Designer Buttons (#127554, $4.95)
• Tools – Color Spritzer Tool (#107066, $12.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95) 

TRIPLE TIME / SEAMLESS TIERS INSTRUCTIONS:

1.  Cut your card stock as follows:

Very Vanilla Card Stock

• 2" x 3-1/4" 
• 3" x 4-1/4" 
• 4" x 5-1/4" 

Mat Card Stock (Soft Suede)

• 2-1/4" x 3-1/2" 
• 3-1/4" x 4-1/2" 
• 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" (fold for card base)

2.  Using temporary adhesive (use a 2-Way Glue Pen or Multi Glue and allow to dry before continuing), stack the Very Vanilla card stock pieces on top of each other, centering each piece on top of the other:

3.  Stamp images all over the Very Vanilla card stock as if it were one solid piece instead of stacked layers.  In other words, the images should cross over the layers.  This is what results in the "Seamless Tiers".  WARNING:  You will see blank unstamped areas close to each tier.  This is normal!  You will not see these when the card is finished.

4.  Take the layers apart.  Adhere the largest stamped layer to the center of the card stock base.

5.  Adhere the middle sized stamp image to the middle mat.  Adhere the smallest stamped piece to the smallest mat.  Adhere the small matted piece on the middle piece.  This will cover up the unstamped edges.

6.  Add ribbon to these two layers if desired.

5.  Adhere this set of finished layers on top of the largest stamped piece.  Finish card as desired.

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CLOCKWORKS NOTE CARDS FROM STAMPIN' UP! REGIONALS...

Still catching up on posts...  Today I have a note card set that was one of the Make & Takes from the Providence Regional Event.  Have you ever tried out our Note Cards & Envelopes?  You get 20 of these adorable note cards and envelopes for $5.95.  You can make 5 of these wonderful gift sets with each one.

The cards were very quick and easy to stamp, although I do recommend using a Stamp-a-ma-Jig for the clock faces.  I forgot to stamp the tag for the envelope at the event and I don't have the Clockworks stamp set yet, so I made my own with the Mixed Medley Hostess stamp set from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  There is a FREE mini tutorial for the envelope that all the note cards fit in at the end of the post as well as the directions for some common size envelopes.  Enjoy!

CLOCKWORKS NOTE CARDS SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Clockworks (W#127290 $23.95, C#127292 $17.95), One in a Million (W#126380 $26.95, C#126382 $18.95), Mixed Medley (Hostess Only W#128054 $14, C#128057 $10)
• Card Stock – Whisper White, Vellum, Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (#107322, $5.95)
• Ink – Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Gumball Green, More Mustard, Pool Party
• Ribbon – Calypso Coral Baker's Twine (#125573, $2.95)
• Punches – 1-1/4" Scallop Circle (#127811, $15.95), 3/4" Circle (#119873, $12.95), 1/16" Handheld Circle (#101227, $8.95)
• Accessories – Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons (#127833, $6.95)
• Tools – Simply Scored (#122334, $29.95), Simply Scored Diagonal Plate (#125586, $11.95), Stamp-a-ma-jig (#101049, $11.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95) 

ENVELOPE DIRECTIONS FOR NOTE CARDS HOLDER:

1. Begin with a 7-¼" Square piece of Vellum card stock.
2. With the Diagonal Plate in place on the Simply Scored Scoring Board, score two opposite sides of the square @ 2-7/8″. 
3. Score the other two opposite sides @ 3-7/8″.
4. Using a square punch, snip out the small triangular area where the score lines cross or intersect. 
5. Fold on the score lines and crease firmly with your bone folder.  Fasten three sides together with snail adhesive, leaving the third side open.  You can trim the bottom flap before adhering if desired.

This envelope fits four cards and four envelopes perfectly.  If you would like to make an envelope to fit a single card, here are the measurements for a few of the most commonly used sizes:

Standard A2 Card (5-½” x 4-¼”) 
cut paper 7-¾” square
score two opposite sides @ 3-1/8”
score two opposite sides @ 4-1/8”

3” Square Card (Love Note)
cut paper 5” square
score all sides @ 2-3/8”

Open End Envelope (3½” x 6½”)
cut paper 7-¾” square
score two opposite sides @ 4-7/8”
score two opposite sides @ 2-½”
score again on one long side @ 5-1/8”

6” Square Card (or scrapbook page) 
cut paper 10” square
score all sides @ 4-5/8”

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CAS FRIDAY, Mighty Oak Split Negative Card...

Just a quick post today as I am off to Physical Therapy.  This is a CAS card from one of my beginner technique classes held last month.  It features a focal piece with the Split Negative technique.  I love the stark contrast of this technique and I think it lends itself beautifully to a masculine project.  Hope you enjoy it! 

Don't forget that the Word Play stamps are now available as single stamps!  See my Single Stamps post for more information!

MIGHTY OAK SPLIT NEGATIVE CARD SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Lovely as a Tree (W#115026 $27.95, C#127793 $19.95), Word Play (W#120308 $41.95, C#120651 $28.95)
• Card Stock – Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
• Ink – VersaMark, Chocolate Chip Classic
• Ribbon – Old Olive and Chocolate Chip Satin (retired)
• Accessories – Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder (#109130, $4.75), White Stampin' Emboss Powder (#109132, $4.75)
• Tools – Heat Tool

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

MERRY CHRISTMAS! FREE Gift with Purchase for You!...

It's only October, but Stampin' Claus is coming to town early this year!  Get a FREE Festive Paper-Piercing Pack when you purchase the Ornament Keepsakes Set and Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper.

Choose from the following options:

Item	Description	Retail Value	Special Price
132260	Christmas Gift Pack (wood-mount) Includes Ornament Keepsakes Set (wood-mount), Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper, Festive Paper-Piercing Pack	$55.85	$47.90
132261	Christmas Gift Pack (clear-mount) Includes Ornament Keepsakes Set (clear-mount), Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper, Festive Paper-Piercing Pack	$44.85	$38.90
132262	Christmas Gift Pack Bundle* (wood-mount) Includes Ornament Keepsakes Bundle (wood-mount), Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper, and Festive Paper-Piercing Pack	$70.85	$62.90
132263	Christmas Gift Pack Bundle* (clear-mount) Includes Ornament Keepsakes Bundle (clear-mount), Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper, and Festive Paper-Piercing Pack	$63.85	$55.90

*Bundle options include an additional 15% off the stamp sets and Holiday Ornaments Framelit Dies

Promotion Details:

• You MUST use the numbers above in order to get your FREE Festive Paper-Piercing Pack. 
• The bundle option gets you an additional 15% off the stamp set and the Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies. 
• Any order type qualifies for this promotion - customer, workshop, or online. 
• This promotion has NO LIMITS!  For every bundle you buy, you'll get a FREE Festive Paper-Piercing Pack.  They make great Christmas gifts! 
• If you want your free gift, you need to make sure you place your online order by Wednesday, October 31, 2012; 11:50 PM (MT) or your phone or email order by 7:00 PM (MT).

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

NEW!! Single Stamps From Sets For Sale...

Have you ever wanted to buy just a single stamp or two from a stamp set?  Well, here is your chance!  You can buy single stamp images from these select stamp sets: Word Play, Perfectly Penned, and Seasonal Sayings.  This is a pilot program that Stampin' Up! is testing out and is a limited time offer.  Be sure to take advantage of it while you can!  Updated 10/25 with two new assortments!

Word Play

Perfectly Penned

Seasonal Sayings

NEW Assortment 1

NEW Assortment 2

Offer Details:

• These stamps are available on any order type: customer, workshop, or online. 
• Use the single stamp numbers above when ordering.
• The single stamps WILL NOT be sent to you in our typical cases or packaging; they will be packaged in cello bags.  If you'd like a case for your single stamps, you can buy our Clear-Mount Stamp Cases that come in packs of four (#119105). 
• This offer is available for clear-mount stamps only. 
• The stamps do not come with a Clear-Mount Block.  You will need to buy a block separately if you don't already have one. The recommended block sizes can be found in the charts above. 
• There's no limit on how many pieces you can buy. 
• This is a limited time offer available now through January 2, 2013.

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

MDS MONDAY, Print Prices Slashed Up to 50%!...

I am SO excited to let you know that Stampin' Up! has lowered all of the My Digital Studio print product prices permanently - yes, that’s right - permanently!!!  Now you can print your photobooks, cards, calendars, and other projects professionally for less.  You’ll notice some have even been lowered up to 50%!  The quality of our print products is top in the industry, and now our prices are competitive with the other big online printing companies too!  View the new MDS 2 Print Pricing

We've also improved our shipping costs by simplifying them.  Stampin' Up! used to charge a small "split shipping fee" for orders that had both print products and traditional Stampin' Up! products, but they've done away with that.  See the new My Digital Studio shipping prices on the second page of the Shipping Practices PDF.

To access the lower prices, make sure to get the latest update for your MDS 2 software—even if you’re using the trial version.  Open your MDS 2 program, go to Help and then Check for Updates and in a couple minutes you’ll be all set.

View Print Price PDF
View Bulk Price PDF

New Design Features in MDS2 
Along with lowering print prices, we added four more of the MDS 2 design features:

• CROP PUNCHES: Show off part of the punch and hide the rest 
• PAPER RIP OPTION: Create torn edges with Designer Series Paper, card stock, and photos 
• IMPORT FROM OTHER PROJECT: Toggle between projects to import elements onto current project
• MULTIPLE PAGE VIEW OPTIONS: View your page with trimmed bleed areas (in addition to viewing in single pages and spreads) 

See all new 75+ design features, and the latest fixes.

Update Your Software to Get the Lower Print Prices & New Features
To access the lower prices and new features, make sure to get the latest update for your MDS 2 software-even if you're using the trial version. Just go to Help and then Check for Updates and in a couple minutes you'll be all set.

Don't have MDS 2 yet?  What are you waiting for?  Try MDS 2 FREE for 30 Days in my online store:  MDS 2 FREE Trial.

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!