Framelits Dies

One of the new products featured in the Occasions Mini Catalog is the Framelits Dies.  They are available in two collections; Hearts Collection and Labels Collection.  These Framelits are thin dies that allow you to see where to place the design before you cut.  So, you can stamp an image and know just where to place the die to get the perfect cut.  You can use a single die or layer them inside each other to create different sizes of frames.

The Labels Collection includes six dies and the approximate sizes (at the widest part) for the labels are:  2-15/16", 2-5/8", 3-1/4", 4", 4-11/16" and 5-7/16".  It coordinates with the Apothecary Art Stamp Set found on page 24 of the Occasions Mini Catalog.

The Hearts Collection includes six dies and the approximate sizes (at the widest part) are:  13/16", 1-5/8", 2-1/2", 3-3/8", 4-3/16" and 5-1/4".  It coordinates with the Take It To Heart Stamp Set found on page 14 of the Occasions Mini Catalog.

Just think of all the things you'll be able to do with them.  Perfectly place them on photos and stamped designs to see where the die will cut.  No more guessing.

To order yours, click on the Coffee Pot on the upper right.  It will take you right to my online store.

Until we meet again...

Just For You Valentine

And, here we have our final card made in class.  Because of the time limit, I had the cutouts done ahead of time but they did all of the punching.  I took the dies along to show them how each image was made.  Each guest left with my schedule and know that they are welcome at the Stamping Cafe to use the product for themselves.  I'm looking forward to having them stop by and using some of the product I wasn't able to take with me.

Stamp Set:  Teeny Tiny Wishes; Ink:  Wisteria Wonder; Card Stock:  Wisteria Wonder, Very Vanilla, Lucky Limeade, Cherry Cobbler, Pink Pirouette; Accessories & Tools:  Little Leaves Sizzlets Die, Hearts Collection Framelits Dies, Jewels Basic Pearl, Big Shot

Some made it a Valentine card, some made it a birthday card and some made it a Mother's Day card.  I think this was my favorite one of all of them.  The inspiration came from a design I saw while browsing and knew the class would appreciate it, too.  I don't remember where I saw it but I do thank the person who inspired it.

Until we meet again...

3 x 3 Love Notes

Yes, more Valentine cards.  But, these are just little love notes.  These are two sets of eight.  I thought it would be fun to make some small Valentine cards that would be great to add to a gift bag.   A box of chocolates, a pretty bow and a Valentine love note.  Well, it works for me.

Stamp Sets:  Outlined Occasions (left card), Teeny Tiny Wishes(right card); Ink:  Real Red; Card Stock:  Whisper White, Twitterpated Designer Series Paper, Red Glimmer Paper (left card), River Rock, Love Patterns Designer Series Paper, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White (right card); Accessories & Tools: Big Shot, Hearts Collection Framelits Die, Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Small Heart Punch, Stamping Sponge

Little love notes may be small but they can say so much.

Until we meet again...

Fresh Vintage Love

This morning I woke up to a rather unpleasant surprise.  My furnace is only blowing out cold air.  It won't be fixed until tomorrow so I'm just keeping busy and utilizing my oven for heat.  I'm taking a bit of a break from baking before I make a batch of cookies.

Today's card is another Valentine card.  I have a few to make to send to family and friends plus I have two swaps happening this week.  Oh, and a class being held at the Crafters Gift Boutique where I have a display.  It's going to be another busy week.

Stamp Sets:  Fresh Vintage, Three Little Words; Inks:  Lucky Limeade, Wisteria Wonder; Card Stock:  Lucky Limeade, Wisteria Wonder, Whisper White; Accessories & Tools:  Big Shot, Hearts Collection Framelits, Adorning Accents Edgelits Die, Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Clean and simple.  The new In Colors and the Fresh Vintage Stamp Set from the Sale-A-Bration Catalog are a perfect match.

Until we meet again...

Be Mine

As promised, here is the card I made using the new Hearts Collection Framelits Dies.  You can find it on page six of the new Occasions Mini Catalog.  I used one of the Heart Framelits to cut a heart in the center of the card so it would frame the heart with the figures which is actually attached to the inside of the card.  I've included both outside and inside photos of the card and I hope it gives you the idea of what I did.  When you close the card, the center heart is framed with Dazzling Details.

Stamp Sets:  Take It To Heart, You Are Loved, Outlined Occasions; Inks: Night of Navy, Real Red; Card Stock:  Night of Navy, Very Vanilla; Accessories:  Hearts Collection Framelits, Dazzling Details, Jewels Basic Rhinestones, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Scallop Oval Punch, Stamping Sponge


Another new Framelits Dies is the Labels Collection.  I've not had a chance to play with them yet, but I think it's about time.


Until we meet again...

Be Mine

This week has been busy watching six of my grandchildren so I've not had a lot of time to design.  I did manage to make two cards and one of them is shown below.  I've been having fun with the Hearts Collection Framelits that are coming out next week in our new Occasions Mini Catalog.

 Stamp Set:  Outlined Occasions; Inks:  Soft Suede, Real Red; Card Stock:  Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Red Glimmer Paper; Accessories:  Big Shot, Hearts Collection Framelits, Jewels Basic Rhinestones, Stamping Sponge

Remember to get that last order in from the Holiday Mini Catalog by January 3rd.  You can order through my online store by clicking the button on the top right or just call or e-mail me with your order and payment information.

Blessings from Marsha

Take It To Heart

Now that my Christmas crafting is winding down, I was in the mood to do something different.  I'm really excited about the new product featured in our new Occasions Mini Catalog.  Many of you may have already received your copy.  If not, let me know and I'll put you on the list to send you one.

Today's card is made with new products found in the upcoming Occasions Mini Catalog.  The Take It To Heart and the Hearts Collection Framelits Dies are the perfect match.  With Valentine's Day looming on the horizon, it just seemed right to let a little love shine.

Stamp Sets:  Take It To Heart, You Are Loved, Tiny Tags; Inks: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Real Red, Stampin' Write Markers in Certainly Celery, Pretty In  Pink, Pink Pirouette, Calypso Coral, So Saffron; Card Stock:  Soft Suede, Watercolor Paper, Red Glimmer Paper; Accessories:  Big Shot, Hearts Collection Framelits Dies, Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder, Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter, VersaMark, Jewelry Tag, Heat Tool, Silver Mini Brad, Stampin' Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive. Blender Pen

On the inside of the card, I stamped the Happy Valentine's Day sentiment from the You Are Loved Stamp Set with VersaMark and embossed it with a mixture of Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder and Dazzling Diamonds Glitter.  It added just the right amount of sparkle on the inside to match the sparkle in the Red Glimmer Paper on the outside.

And now, since I've forgotten mealtime again, I'm off to grab a bite to eat and keep working on next years' schedule as new classes are being added.  Stay tuned for what will be on the menu at the Coffee Pot Stamping Cafe!

Blessings from Marsha