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Scalloped Tag Topper Punch Card Closure

It’s been a busy time filled with kid’s activities and sharing in their awesome accomplishments. I will take time to share more on that with you in another post, but wanted you know that even though I’ve been away from posting my thoughts have been with you all. I don’t know about you but this long Winter has really taken a toll on me and my energy level. But today on this first day of Spring I wanted to share a beautiful Spring card that has a special closure that features the new Scalloped Tag Punch.

I just love the colors on this card and how it beckons Spring to come. I know I am so ready for warmer weather…. my aching joints are crying out for it to come soon! This card was inspired by a make & take Addy Jester designed for us at a team meeting. I added my own little flare by using the Chalk Talk Framelits Die. So let me share with you how to make this card…

Scalloped Tag Topper Punch Card Closure

• Petal Parade Stamp Set – wood (#133599), clear (#133602) SAB Product
• Perfect Pennants Stamp Set – wood (#133227), clear (#133230)
• Pool Party Classic Ink (#126982)
• Basic Black Classic Ink (#126980)
• 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ Sahara Sand Cardstock (#121043)
• 2 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ Pool Party Cardstock (#122924)
• Crisp Cantalope Cardstock (#131298)
• Chalk Talk Framelits Dies (#129983)
• Stampin’ Trimmer (#126889)
• Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (#133324)
• Scallops Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (#132971)
• Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper (#133521) SAB Product
• Crisp Cantalope Twine from the Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack (#133522) SAB Product

Start with a 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ piece of cardstock. You will be punching on both 5 1/2″ ends. Insert cardstock into the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch all the way and center from top to bottom. Before you punch look from the back so you can see that the card stock is pushed flush all the way into the edge of the punch. You will do the same on the opposite side. See photo and tip below to get both sides matched up.

TIP: To easily match up both sides so they are aligned insert the opposite side of the cardstock and when looking from the back pull the side of the cardstock that you already punched back over to where you are punching now and you can visually align both sides up to match.

Now with both sides punched you will score the right side of your card. Use the Stampin’ Trimmer and score down along where the punch cut into the cardstock. On my Stampin’ Trimmer the cardstock lined up at the 7/8″ mark as shown above.

Once you have the first side scored you will then cut away the extra pieces as shown above.

You will then do the same thing to the other side that you punched… but on this side you will only need to cut the pieces away and NOT score.

Once both sides are complete you will slide the piece of cardstock back into your Trimmer and the side that a has the cut and score you will score again at the 4 1/4″ mark. This will become the back/inside of your card and will make more sense as you go along.

When you are finished this is what you should have. You can discard the cut out pieces.

Fold your card on score lines and finish as desired. For my card I attach a 1 1/2″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Designer Series Paper (DSP) on inside right edge as shown. I used the lovely Sweet Sorbet DSP (#133521) that you can earn for FREE right now during Sale-A-Bration. On the outside flap I embossed a 2 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Pool Party Cardstock with the NEW Scallops Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (#132971) found in the Occasions Catalog.

Pictured above are all the products I used to complete my card. Item numbers and links to my online store are listed in the supplies at the beginning of the tutorial to make it easy for you.

To finish my card off I tied the Scallop Tag Punched ends together with a piece of Crisp Cantalope Twine found in the SAB Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack shown below.

Look at all this yummy goodness you can earn for FREE during Sale-A-Bration. The twine from the Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack (#133522) was the perfect touch for my card. The Pack comes with three spools (10 yards each) of beautiful twine and a sheet of adhesive-backed die cut images printed on cork.

Here’s to the coming of Spring! Sending good thoughts your way!

Don’t miss your chance at grabbing your favorite Sale-A-Bration (SAB) products. Once March is gone so are these products. During this awesome promotion you get to choose a FREE SAB product for every $50 you spend. Place at least a $50 order in my online store using this HOSTESS CODE 6U6XKXKX by March 28th and not only will you get to choose a FREE SAB item I will send you this card so you can have to send or have to duplicate.

“May the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Blessings and Happy Stamping!
Anita Haines

Rolling Out The Red Carpet!!!

It’s that time again… The Oscars are here!!!

All the Stars are walking the Red Carpet looking all so dapper with the men in their prestine tuxes and women in ravishing gowns. Attention has been given to every single detail from the fashion designer chosen to their hair, makeup, shoes and of course the beautiful accessories which add the finishing touches. After all, who doesn’t love bling!

All the excitement and anticipation to see who the top award winners will be has been building up for weeks but now it’s time for all the nominees to shine as they celebrate the journey of the carpet! We each get to participate in all the excitement as we sit by the TV to get a glimpse of our favorite stars or follow, post and tweet away on social media and somehow feel connected as we cheer them on in hopes that they take home the coveted golden man known as “Oscar”.

Well Tonight I am also rolling out the RED CARPET for a special STAR…

… It too is showcasing it’s DESIGNER brand and is the complete package including the finishing touches of fun accessories. But this special STAR is close to my heart as it brings creativity and simplicity and offers me the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life through the simple action of making and giving a hand stamped card.

And the AWARD for BEST NEW DESIGNER CARD KIT goes to….
Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit!!!

Let me introduce you to a basket full of goodness!!!

It feels wonderful to have 20 cards with matching envelopes ready to encourage, inspire, thank or celebrate the one who receives it!

The Hip Hip Hooray Designer Card Kit has absolutely everything you need to finish 20 cards.

The Hip Hip Hooray Designer Card Kit is a WINNER in my book! Just look at all those fabulous cards all finished!!! It makes me so happy!!!!

The best part is that these took so little time to make because they were a complete kit. I started them at my PMS Party on Friday night and finished them tonight while sitting on the couch watching the stars journey down the Red Carpet.

I love the stamps that are included in this kit. I know that they will be images that I can… and will use time and time again.

You don’t even need adhesive because all the printed elements are self adhesive die-cuts. You just peel them off the sheet and stick them down. How easy peasy is that? You can also pop up any of the elements with the Dimensionals which are included in the kit. Oh… and by the way, please ignore my very dry hands… it’s been a long Winter and I can’t seem to keep enough lotion on my hands. lol

So many different ways to use the stamps. You can stamp them one time or multiple times for a fun look. I always like to stamp the envelopes to match the cards and on this one I even used some of the extra die-cut images to jazz up the envies. Because who wants a naked envelope?

The tiny little Paper Clips are so adorable and add a fun “on trend” feel to the cards, especially when paired with the White Bakers Twine. Both are also included in this awesome kit!

Just look how cute this is! These simple little embellishments add so much to a card. Don’t you agree? Yep… me too.

Oh… did I tell you that the kit also comes with it’s own little ink pad. And who doesn’t love these little Stampin’ Spots. Basic Gray coordinates with everything and you can use our ink refills in them!

I’m sure you’ll agree that this kit is a winner and TODAY is you day! I know you too will find success with this awesome kit. Simply follow it’s step by step instructions or use it’s contents to do your own thing, but whatever you do order your kit soon. The Hip Hip Hooray Kit is only available while supplies last and at $19.95 I don’t expect them to last long so order your very own kit before they are gone. And hey… while you are at it go ahead and order an extra kit or two because they would also make great gifts!!!

Thank you so much for stopping by. You are all stars in my eyes. Ellen is now on stage and the Oscars have begun so I will sign off for the night. I welcome you to head over to my on-line store and get your kits. As a reminder…. it’s Sale-A-Bration time. You can earn FREE product for every $50 you spend so now is the time to get all those items from your wish list and FREE product as well! My ON-LINE STORE is always open 24/7.

Blessings and Happy Stamping!
Anita Haines

I Freakin’ Love You!!!

There is something fun and wonderful inside this vellum envelope that I am so excited to share with you, but first… isn’t this the prettiest envelope you’ve ever seen? I love how it quietly invites you to see what’s inside as it subtly hints of it’s contents.

Have you ever made a special card that didn’t fit into a standard envelope? Or just wanted your card to be encased in something a little extra special? The new Envelope Punch Board is a perfect solution! You can make any size envelope you need from any paper you desire. The Gold Fancy Foil Designer Vellum with tiny hearts found in the new “Celebrate The Everyday” Catalog was the perfect choice for my special card. I’ve also been thrilled with gold coming back into the lime light and used a number of gold products to add bling. I added a little extra touch of gold with the Gold Baker’s Twine and finished up with two items you can earn for FREE right now through our Sale-A-Bration Promotion ~ the Banner Blast Stamp set and Banner Punch.

Slipped out of the envelope you find a very unique and fun card. This was the card I made for “my true” this Valentines. See all the yummy gold! Including Hearts cut from our Gold Foil Sheets.

As it starts to reveal it’s true shape you begin to see why I feel in love with the design.

Isn’t this just sooooo FUN!!! The “Card in a Box” have been all the rage on Pinterest.

I just totally LOVE it so I thought it would make the perfect Valentine’s Day Card!!!!

From the top view you can see how the box has a couple of strips placed inside to hold the images that pop up. This fun polka dot paper called Sweet Sorbet is also one of the great SAB products you can earn for FREE.

I used one of my very favorite word sets “Yippee- Skippee!” How can you love love a set called that!

Another one of my favorite new products are the “Essentials Wooden Elements“. They come with lots of fun shapes. I used both the arrow and the heart on this card. My “True Love” is the most talented carpenter I know so the use of these little wood pieces was a must do for his card. We have been true loves for a long time… since jr. high school if you can believe that! I used to write this little symbol on everything… it not only meant “Todd Loves Anita” but also “True Love Always”… so I wrote it on the little heart I added to his card. <3 <3 <3

I can’t wait to make more Card in a Box projects! I’ll try and get a tutorial up you all so you can make your very own.

Me and my True! True Love Always! I’m so very blessed!

Don’t miss out on all the awesome FREE products you can earn during Sale-A-Bration. You can order directly from my online store and have it shipped directly to you!

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Blessings and Happy Stamping!
Anita Haines