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DOstamperSTARS Challenge #173: Mini Drapery Fold with A Nice Cuppa

March 16, 2016

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge. This week we're having a "Home Sweet Home" challenge.

Yesterday was my local club class and one of the techniques taught was the popular Drapery Fold using a 3" x 7-1/4" piece of paper (video coming soon). So when I sat down to make today's challenge card, I thought the A Nice Cuppa Bundle would be nice with the Drapery Fold. Take a look.

However, since I'm using the Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack...it only comes in 6" x 6" sheets. My dilemma was how to convert the scoring measurements to a smaller piece of paper. Several scrap pieces and trial &error later, I came up with something I was happy with...yay! I'm referring to it as the Mini Drapery Fold.

Mini Drapery Fold Instructions:

6" x 1-3/4" piece of Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack
Use Simply Score Tool to score at 3-1/4", 3-3/4", 4-3/4", & 5-1/8"
Turn and put a "tick mark" at 7/8"
Use Stampin' Trimmer to diagonal Cut from the 7/8" mark to the 3-1/4" score line
Fold back and forth at each score line - like a fan fold
Adhere to card panel 4" x 5-1/4"
There may be a slight overhang on the right side, just trim off with scissors.
Decorate with teapot and tag cut with Cups & Kettles Framelits.
The small heart was cut using the Owl Builder Punch

I'm delighted with the way this card turned. How about you?

Enjoy~Dawn O

Be sure to check out more "Home Sweet Home" inspiration from my DOstamperSTARS Team (click on their names below):

Dawn's Stamping Supplies (click on products to shop online)

A Nice Cuppa Photopolymer Bundle [141074]	Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack [138442]	Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101650]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Big Shot [113439]	Simply Scored [122334]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Builder Owl Punch [118074]	Basic Black Baker's Twine [134576]
Calypso Coral 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon [134569]	Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments [119246]	Glue Dots [103683]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

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Posted at 08:01 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, 2016 Occasions Catalog, Bundles Save 10%, Card Making, Designer Series Paper, DOstamperSTARS, Folding Cards, Framelits, Home Sweet Home, How to, Thursday Challenges, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (16)

DOstamperSTARS Occasions Catalog Shoebox Swap

March 09, 2016

Here's the rest of the swap cards from the DOstamperSTARS Get-Together in January. Take a look...

Jolene's card is so dang cute! Love the way she uses the Washi Tape behind the birthday card. I may have to case it for my next local Card Buffet class (March 29th)!

What a nice variety of cards and inspiration! If you missed the first set of swaps, you'll find them here. Thanks STARS!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Stamping Supplies

Balloon Celebration Photopolymer Bundle [140810]	It's My Party Designer Series Paper Stack [140552]	Bear Hugs Wood-Mount Bundle [140822]	Bear Hugs Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139546]	Baker's Twine Combo Pack [140555]
Botanical Gardens Designer Series Paper [140583]	Sunburst Thinlits Die [140617]	English Garden Designer Series Paper [138440]	Bold Butterfly Framelits Dies [138135]	Butterflies Thinlits Dies [137360]
Rose Wonder Photopolymer Stamp Set [140697]	Botanical Blooms Photopolymer Bundle [140819]	Watercolor Words Photopolymer Stamp Set [138702]	Party Wishes Wood-Mount Stamp Set [140651]	Party Wishes Clear-Mount Stamp Set [140961]
It's My Party Designer Washi Tape [140556]	Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack [138442]	Tin Of Cards Photopolymer Stamp Set [138946]

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

2016 Sale-a-Bration Brochure PDF
NEW 2/16/2016 SAB Brochure - 2nd release

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
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Posted at 01:39 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, 2016 Occasions Catalog, Birthday, Bundles Save 10%, Card Making, DOstamperSTARS, Swaps | Permalink | Comments (0)

Paper Piecing Technique with Stampin' Up! Get Well Soup

March 04, 2016

Seems lately that many of us have had the winter crud and it just keeps hanging on. I found myself needing to reach for get well cards and I didn't have any - yikes! I needed to get stamping.

Stampin' Up!'s Get Well Soup stamp to the rescue! Soup is great for what ails you, but it's hard to send. So instead, stamp a card with the get-well message written in a bowl of steaming soup. It won't be hot, but it will help show your concern.

This card was inspired by a swap I received from Ann Schach. I real liked the paper piecing technique she used, especially over coloring the bowl. If you've never Paper Pieced before, see below for a photo tutorial. NOTE: Before I started stamping, I punched the top two corners of a 5" x 3-3/4" piece of Whisper White cardstock with Curvy Corner Trio Punch.

Step #1: Stamp image three times with Basic Black Archival Ink. Whisper White (5" x 3-3/4"), scraps of Pacific Point and Crushed Curry

Step #2: Use scissors to cut out Pacific Point bowl and Crushed Curry soup

Step #3: Now you're ready to put all your pieces together. Adhere the bowl to the stamped white panel. Then use a Fine Tip Glue Pen to adhere the "soup" piece inside the bowl. Voila!! (Also, punch heart from Red Glimmer Paper with Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack)

Didn't these turn out cute? My local stamping class ladies thought so, as it was very popular card choice at my last class! Many of these are going in the mail tomorrow in hopes of brightening someone's day!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Dawn Stamping Supplies (click on products to shop online):

Get Well Soup Wood-Mount Stamp Set [138768]	Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad [140931]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Pacific Point 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [111350]
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]	Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [131199]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272]	Red Glimmer Paper [121790]
Paper Snips Scissors [103579]	Curvy Corner Trio Punch [139683]	Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack [133787]	Fine-Tip Glue Pen [138309]

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
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3- month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Sale - ends March 31st
Weekly Deals - 25% off
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Posted at 12:15 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, Card Making, Clean & Simple, How to, Quick & Cute, Quick Tips, Thinking of You, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (5)

3/1 Weekly Deals: Tin of Cards w/Video, March VIP Host Code and More!

March 01, 2016

Weekly Deals

We've got some fabulous deals for you this week! To take advantage of 25% savings, be sure and add this Weekly Deals to your shopping bag.

Fun Frames Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

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Metallics Sequin Assortment

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$5.00

$3.75

Ornate Tag Topper Punch

[137416]

$23.00

$17.25

Red Foil Sheets

[139607]

$4.00

$3.00

Tin Of Cards Project Kit

[138378]

$27.00

$20.25

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Weekly Deal Tin Kit of Cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

138378 Tin of Cards Kit - 25% off

Who says organization has to be boring? This fun printed tin gives you plenty of room to store the cards that you make in this kit, plus room for more. Kit includes enought card bases and accents for 16 cards, 4 each of 4 designs.

Complete the kit using the Tin of Cards Stamp Set (item 138946). Stamps, ink, and adhesive sold separately. Instructions included.

16 card bases and envelopes
1 printed tin box with lid, 6-3/4" x 4" x 5-3/8"
10 sheets of 4-1/4" x 6-1/4" Designer Series Paper, 2 ea. of 5 designs
4 die-cut Designer Series Paper strips
Gold Glimmer Paper hearts
Die-cut accents
Printed acetate sheet
Gold foil strips
Metallic gold thread
1 sheet clear star epoxy stickers
Gold epoxy hearts
4 wood die cuts
9 file tab dividers
Coordinating colors: Bermuda Bay, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Mint Macaron, Wild Wasabi, white

Don't forget to get the coordinating Tin of Cards Stamp Set (138946)

WATCH VIDEO: Tin of Cards in action!

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Quantities limited, so get your deals early!

DOstamping VIP Host Code Program - March 2016

Did you know...each month you have an opportunity to earn VIP Gifts with me? Here's how:

When you place a qualifying order and use the VIP Host Code, you'll automatically be added to the "VIP Gift List".
VIP Gifts are mailed around 2 weeks after the end of the month
Check back each month for details on that month's gift and qualifying order amount (as it changes every month).
Limit: one gift per customer per month

March 2016

VIP Host Code: MUJGXP6V
Qualifying Order: $65 or more*
VIP Gift: Neutrals Candy Dots

if your order is $150 or more - do not use the host code, instead redeem the Stampin' Rewards at the time of placing your order. You will still qualify for the VIP Gift.
smaller orders may qualify when you place multiple orders throughout the month, using the host code, and they total up to $65 or more.

Paper Pumpkin on Sale during Sale-a-Bration - ends March 31st

The 3-month prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions is on sale during Sale-A-Bration (January 5-March 31, 2016)! It's a great way to make your Paper Pumpkin dollars go farther and earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration item. Plus get monthly bonuses when you subscribe with Dawn!

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Join the STARS during Sale-a-Bration! - ends March 31st

It's the best time of year to join Stampin' Up!

During Sale-a-Bration, when you join my team, you can choose $30 more of FREE product for your starter kit!
Which means you choose $155 in product for only $99!
AND...you'll receive a Paper Pumpkin kit!
PLUS - your kit ships for free for even more savings!
WOW - what a deal!

Want to learn more? Check out the links below:

FAQ's about joining Stampin' Up!
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NOTE: I've been receiving questions about joining my STARS Team and how your Paper Pumpkin subscription will work. I'd love to have you join my team and when you do, here's what happens with your Paper Pumpkin subscription:

Your Paper Pumpkin subscription will "transfer" over to your own demonstrator account
You will receive credit for your Paper Pumpkin kit towards your sales minimum (yours and anyone who subscribes with you)
ALL of my STARS Team Members receive the monthly Paper Pumpkin Bonus Ideas too - so you don't loose out on anything joining my team!

I look forward to you joining my team during Sale-a-Bration!

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DOstamperSTARS Occasions Catalog Shoebox Swap Get Together!

February 29, 2016

Last month I got together with my DOstamperSTARS Team. We had a potluck, shoebox swap, share time and lots of laughs! Here's a few pictures from the event and some of the swaps. I'll share the rest of the swaps next week.

Whether we're getting together at Stampin' Up! On Stage events, my house or online with our Facebook Virtual PJ Parties...we always have tons of fun! If you're looking to join Stampin' Up! I'd be happy to welcome you. I just know you'll enjoy our fabulous group!

It's the best time of year to join Stampin' Up! During Sale-a-Bration you can join my team for just $99 and choose $30 more of FREE product for your starter. Which means you choose $155 in product for only $99! PLUS - your kit ships for free! (ALSO - a Paper Pumpkin kit is included with your Starter Kit too!)

Got questions? Find the answers here.

Ready to join Stampin' Up! now?...Click "join now" button

Enjoy~Dawn O

Stamping Supplies

Bow Paper Clips Embellishments [140559]	Friends & Flowers Wood-Mount Stamp Set [140508]	Friends & Flowers Clear-Mount Stamp Set [140511]	Easter Lamb Wood-Mount Stamp [140740]
Botanical Blooms Photopolymer Bundle [140819]	Pictogram Punches Wood-Mount Bundle [140531]	Pictogram Punches Clear-Mount Bundle [140532]	Curvy Corner Trio Punch [139683]
It's My Party Designer Series Paper Stack [140552]	Grateful Bunch Photopolymer Bundle [140801]	Wildflower Fields Designer Series Paper [141022]	Rose Wonder Photopolymer Stamp Set [140697]

DOstamping VIP Host Code Gifts

Each month you'll have an opportunity to earn VIP Gifts with me, Here's how:

When you place a qualifying order in my online store and use the VIP Host Code, you'll automatically be added to the "VIP Gift List".
VIP Gifts are mailed around 2 weeks after the end of the month
Check back each month for details on that month's gift and qualifying order amount (as it changes every month).
Limit: one gift per customer per month

February 2016

VIP Host Code: 767W99CY
Qualifying Order: $65 or more*
VIP Gift: NEW - Confetti Texture Impressions Embossing Folder

* if your order is $150 or more - do not use the host code, instead redeem the Stampin' Rewards at the time of placing your order. You will still qualify for the VIP Gift.

*smaller orders may qualify when you place multiple orders throughout the month, using the host code, and they total up to $65 or more.

Today's the last day for February. Check back tomorrow for March's VIP Host Code Gift!

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
2016 Sale-a-Bration Brochure PDF
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Weekly Deals - 25% off
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Posted at 12:02 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, 2016 Occasions Catalog, 2016 Sale-a-Bration, Bundles Save 10%, Card Making, Designer Series Paper, DOstamperSTARS, Join Stampin' Up!, Spring/Easter, Swaps, Wedding | Permalink | Comments (2)

DOstamperSTARS Challenge #170: Sprinkes of Life meets Birthday Bouquet

February 24, 2016

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge. This week we're having a "Home Sweet Home" challenge.

What a fun photo inspiration we have for you this week! I honed in on the confetti cupcake balloon using the Birthday Bouquet Designer Series Paper. In addition, I pulled out the Sprinkles of Life stamp set and matching Tree Builder punch and started to play!

Cupcake Details:

Use Memento Tuxedo Black Ink & Sprinkles of Life stamp set
Stamp cupcake liner image onto Mint Macaron polka dot pattern from Birthday Bouquet Designer Series Paper. Fussy cut out.
Stamp frosting image onto Blushing Bride cardstock. Punch with Tree Builder Punch, and sponge with Watermelon Wonder ink.
Stamp cherry (I know...it's an apple, but lets pretend) onto Watermelon Wonder ink and punch with Tree Builder Punch
Stamp greeting image onto Whisper White Thick cardstock
Stamp banner image (from Number of Years Bundle) over the greeting from previous step. Die cut with banner die from Large Numbers Framelits

Medallion Details:

Die cut Circle Framelit from Pool Party cardstock (#5 from center)
Layer Pool Party circle onto 2-1/2" Circle punched from Whisper White
Adhere to die cut confetti pattern Circle Framelit from Birthday Bouquet Designer Series Paper (#7 from center) with Stampin' Dimensionals
Assemble cupcake & banner on center of medallion (cupcake is adhered with Stampin' Dimensionals, cherry and banner with Glue Dots)

With some of the leftover paper, I brought a little fun to the inside of the card...cute, huh?

Did you know...the Sprinkles of Life stamp set is this year's Ronald McDonald House Charities(RHMC) set? Stampin' Up! donates time and money to support Ronald McDonald House Charities. To date they've contributed over $1,000,000 to RHMC and their network of local RMHC Chapters. When you buy the Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set, they donate $3.00 to RMHC.

When you shop for the Sprinkles of Life stamp set, don't forget to add the coordinating Tree Builder punch too!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Be sure to check out more "Home Sweet Home" inspiration from my DOstamperSTARS Team (click on their names below):

Dawn's Stamping Supplies

Sprinkles Of Life Photopolymer Stamp Set [139971]	Tree Builder Punch [138295]	Number Of Years Photopolymer Bundle [140811]	Birthday Bouquet Designer Series Paper [140557]	Birthday Bouquet Cardstock Pack [140558]
Watermelon Wonder 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138334]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Watermelon Wonder Classic Stampin' Pad [138323]	Stamping Sponges [141337]	Big Shot [113439]
Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [133739]	Circles Collection Framelits Die [130911]	2-1/2" Circle Punch [120906]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Glue Dots [103683]

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
2016 Sale-a-Bration Brochure PDF
3- month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Sale - going on now
Weekly Deals - 25% off
Clearance Rack

February VIP Hostess Code = 767W99CY
(learn more here)

Join my STARS during Sale-a-Bration
Get an extra $30 in product!

Learn more here

Posted at 07:59 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, 2016 Occasions Catalog, Big Shot, Birthday, Bundles Save 10%, Card Making, Designer Series Paper, DOstamperSTARS, Home Sweet Home, Punch Art, Punches, Thursday Challenges | Permalink | Comments (3)

Sharing Six Birthday Blossom Swaps

February 22, 2016

I've got some more Birthday Blossom and Pansy Punch inspiration for you! These are swaps I received last year from various events last summer...Stampin' Up! Convention, Control Freak swap and more!.

I've got two favorites this time. This one is Denise Jorgensen's. I like the way she created clever little pocket for a tag or bookmark.

The second one is Julie Davison's swap. I like her color choices and layout.

LeeAnn's card used the Note Tag Punch Trick. You'll find a How'd She DO That video demonstrating the trick here: Note Tag Punch Trick video.

Don't forget...the Pansy Punch is on sale for 25% off - that's ends today!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Birthday Blossoms & Pansy Punch Supplies

Birthday Blossoms Wood-Mount Stamp Set [139167]	Birthday Blossoms Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139471]	Pansy Punch [130698] Weekly Deal 25% off	Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack [133787]	Cucumber Crush 1" Dotted Lace Trim [138423]
Twine Baker's Whisper White [124262]	Basic Black 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon [138430]	Watercolor Wash Wood-Mount Background Stamp Set [138704]	Watercolor Wash Clear-Mount Background Stamp [139538]	Elegant Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [138287]
Stylish Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [132174]	Boho Chic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [138286]	Note Tag Punch [135860]	Metal Rimmed Pearls [138394]

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn

2016 Sale-a-Bration Brochure PDF
NEW 2/16/2016 SAB Brochure - 2nd release

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
3- month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Sale
Weekly Deals - 25% off
Clearance Rack

February VIP Hostess Code = 767W99CY
(learn more here)

Purchase the Starter Kit during Sale-a-Bration
Get an extra $30 in product!

Learn more here

Posted at 12:15 PM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, Birthday, Card Making, Floral, Punches, Specials & Promotions, Stamp Share For Leaders, Swaps | Permalink | Comments (0)

Another Birthday Blossoms & Pansy Punch Card

February 19, 2016

Here's a another Quick and Cute card using the Birthday Blossoms stamp set and Pansy Punch (25% off Weekly Deal). It's also one of my favorite layouts that I haven't used in a very long time. Just a couple strips of the beautiful Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack and a fun flower embellishment, you're done in no time at all!

Dawn's Card Measurements:

Old Olive cardstock (8-1/2" x 5-1/2" card base)
Basic Black cardstock (4" x 2-3/4")
Very Vanilla cardstock (3-3/4" x 2-1/2")
Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper (3-3/4" x 3/4" and 3-3/4" x 1/2")
Calypso Coral cardstock (scrap for Pansy Punch)

By stamping the flower image on the Calypso Coral cardstock, there was no coloring necessary. Finish off with a Classy Designer Button and Basic Black Baker's Twine...and viola, your QC card is done!

Add Birthday Blossoms and Pansy Punch to your wish list today!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Dawn's Stamping Supplies

Birthday Blossoms Wood-Mount Stamp Set [139167]	Birthday Blossoms Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139471]	Pretty Petals Designer Series Paper Stack [138442]	Pretty Petals 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock Assortment Pack [139001]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045]
Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101650]	Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad [140931]	Pansy Punch [130698] Weekly Deal 25% off	Classy Designer Buttons [138393]	Basic Black Baker's Twine [134576]
Glue Dots [103683]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]

Shop Online Anytime

2016 Sale-a-Bration Brochure PDF
NEW 2/16/2016 SAB Brochure - 2nd release

2016 Occasions Catalog PDF
3- month Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Sale
Weekly Deals - 25% off
Clearance Rack

February VIP Hostess Code = 767W99CY
(learn more here)

Purchase the Starter Kit during Sale-a-Bration
Get an extra $30 in product!

Learn more here

Posted at 11:39 AM in 2015/2016 Annual Catalog, Birthday, Clean & Simple, Designer Series Paper, Floral, Punches, Quick & Cute | Permalink | Comments (0)