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DOstamperSTARS Challenge #185: New Blooms & Wishes

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

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #185-Home Sweet Home

Ah, butterflies...always a great inspiration!  I'm doing a card at my next Stamp-a-Stack class featuring the Work of Art and Basic Butterflies thinlits (June 28th).  So I thought, I may as well get my sample ready for that and knock to things off my to do list.

Blooms & Wishes card created by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC185 #dostamping #stampinup

Butterfly Card Details:

  • Stamp image from Work of Art on a 4" x 5-1/4" panel of Whisper White.
    • Use new In Colors, Peekaboo Peach, Flirty Flamingo and Sweet Sugarplum.  
  • Die cut butterfly (Butterflies Thinlits) from center of stamped images
  • Stamp greeting (new Blooms & Wishes) with Memento Tuxedo Black ink

Blooms & Wishes card created by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC185 #dostamping #stampinup

At this point, the stamping should have been done.  But...when I stamped the greeting, I must have caught the edge just a little bit and a small black dot was stamped too.  Drats!  As I was short of time, I decided I needed a way to cover it up (rather than start all over).  So I continued stamping, incorporating it into the center of some flowers...clever, huh?

  • stamp additional images from Blooms & Wishes stamp set
    • daisy = Peekabook Peach
    • leaves = Flirty Flamingo
    • use Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker to add centers to the rest of the flower (ha...now they all look the same!)
  • Staple Whisper White Bakers Twine to panel and tie in a bow.
  • Adhere stamped panel to 4-1/4" x 11" folded Thick Whisper White cardstock
  • Adhere die cut butterfly in the cut out space with Stampin' Dimensionals (just in the center of the butterfly)
  • Attach Basic Jewel
  • Enjoy!

Not exactly what I had imagined, but it's definitely bright and cheery, don't you think?   

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)

 


  

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn 

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog

SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards! AND 2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)  

 


STARS Presentations: Robin, Karla, Jan, Jolene

At any of our DOstamperSTARS gatherings, we always have sharing time.  Many bring projects they've made, swaps they have received, class ideas or even business tips.  Sharing time always generate unexpected, but great conversations.  Here's some creations share at our meeting...

Robin Anderson

Sitting Here, DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Robin Anderson)

  • Sitting Here (141589)
  • In the Meadow (140751w or 140754c) 

Sitting Here, DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Robin Anderson)

Love the "pop-up" details!!

 

DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup

 

Pun Intended, Sitting Here, DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Robin Anderson)

  • Pun Intended (141804 - Stampin' Rewards choice).
  • Don't you just love her customized greeting...clever, clever!!

Robin is one of my 2nd level STARS and has been sharing more and more these past couple of years.  Someone I can always count on to contribute at our meetings.  Above are a couple of the fabulous cards she shared.  Thanks Robin!


Karla Larson

DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Karla Larson)

DOstamperSTARS presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Karla Larson)

Karla is newer to my group and it's been a delight to watch her grow and share!  Lately she comes with loads of surprises.  I didn't get pictures of all of them this time (I must have gotten distracted...squirrel).  But this "purse" box made with our wood mount stamp case (127551), was a hit!  Thanks Karla!


Jan Carlson

DOstamperSTARS Fun Fold presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jan Carlson)

Fun money holder...though we had to tease her that $1.00 was not quite the going rate - ha!

DOstamperSTARS Fun Fold presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jan Carlson)

 

DOstamperSTARS Fun Fold presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jan Carlson)

Double Slider Card

DOstamperSTARS Fun Fold presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jan Carlson)

  • Balloon Celebration (140675)

I can always count on Jan to do lots of sharing!  Above are some of her fun fold cards.  She also brought all of her swap cards she received from various groups she participates in (too numerous to share here).  Thanks Jan!


Jolene Harms

Biggest Birthday Ever DOstamperSTARS meeting presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jolene Harms)

  • Biggest Birthday Ever Bundle (142283)
  • Playful Palette Designer Series Paper Stack (141657) 

Penned & PaintedDOstamperSTARS meeting presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jolene Harms)

  • Penned & Painted (141938)
  • Blooms & Bliss Designer Series Paper (141654)
  • Petal Burst Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (141493) 

Pun Intended, DOstamperSTARS meeting presentation projects at Dawn Olchefske's Team Meeting #dostamping #stampinup (Jolene Harms)

  • 141804 Pun Intended (Stampin' Rewards choice)

Jolene is an unofficial STAR.  She's not in my group, but is friends with several of us and has been attending our meetings for a few years now.  She always shares lots of her projects with us!  Thanks Jolene!

They all did a fabulous job, didn't they?!  Everyone's contributions to our meetings are always what make for fabulous meetings that we all look forward to and want to attend.  A great way to get inspired!

Enjoy~Dawn O


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 Two Extra Free Stamp Sets with Starter Kit - June 2016

Join my DOstamperSTARS and receive two free stamp sets during June 2016 from Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Have you been thinking about joining my team?  I know some of you have.  Well, now is a great time to join, as you'll get to select two FREE stamp sets with your Starter Kit in June!  Any two stamp sets!!

Dates: June 1-30, 2016

Details:

  • New Team Members who join during June 2016 choose two stamp sets from the new annual catalog to be included in the Starter Kit for free.
  • Any two stamp sets of any value - woohoo!
  • Stamp sets only...bundles and kits cannot be selected as free stamp sets
  • Starter kit is $99, select $125 in product, PLUS the two free stamp sets!
  • Promotion Deadlines: Starter Kit application must be submitted online or by faxed by the times below in order to receive free stamps.

That’s right!  Every one who joins my DOstamperSTARS this month will get two FREE stamp sets in their Starter Kit. That’s an added value of up to $104, depending on which stamps you choose. It’s a pretty big deal! 

I'd be happy to have you join my STARS!  Check out my DOstamperSTARSand Joining Stampin' Up! pages for more information.  If you have more questions, just let me know, I'm happy to answer them for you. 


 

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn 

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
Extra Stampin' Rewards!
2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)  

 


More STARS Swaps for you, & event photos!

Today I have more swaps for you, as well as a few photos from our DOstamperSTARS Shoebox Swap Get-Together!   I enjoy hosting these events for my DOstamperSTARS team with the release of each catalog.  We have tons of fun, enjoy seeing each other and sharing our creations!

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Pun Intended shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Judy Strickling)

  • 141804 Pun Intended (Stampin' Rewards set)
  • Judy was very clever to use the Bokeh Technique for the background for card...just perfect!  
  • Learn how with my How'd She DO That? Bokeh Technique video  

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Time of Year shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Dawn Thomas)

DOstamperSTARS New Annual Catalog Shoebox Swap Event hosted by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

 

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Swirly Bird Bundle shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Rose Paulus)

  • 142353 Swirly Bird Bundle (stamp set with coordinating Swirly Scribbles Thinlits)
  • Greeting from Wetlands stamp set (126695w or 126697c) 

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Floral Phrases Bundle shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Jan Carlson)

  DOstamperSTARS New Annual Catalog Shoebox Swap Event hosted by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

 

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Gift of Love shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Joan Weidling)

DOstamperSTARS New Catalog swap - Thoughtful Banners shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Cathy Peck)

DOstamperSTARS New Annual Catalog Shoebox Swap Event hosted by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

We take our shoebox swaps very seriously - ha!  But seriously, we have a ton of fun!  We are always open for new people to join in the fun too.  With Stampin' Up!'s June's special of two free stamp sets (any value!) - now is a great time to get the starter kit (see details below)!  Don't procrastinate...sign up today!

 Enjoy~Dawn O


Stampin' Supplies (click on products below to shop online) 

 (Note - Stampin' Rewards sets are only available to choose for free with Stampin' Rewards awarded to orders of $150 or more!) 


 Two Extra Free Stamp Sets with Starter Kit - June 2016

Join my DOstamperSTARS and receive two free stamp sets during June 2016 from Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Have you been thinking about joining my team?  I know some of you have.  Well, now is a great time to join, as you'll get to select two FREE stamp sets with your Starter Kit in June!  Any two stamp sets!!

Dates: June 1-30, 2016

Details:

  • New Team Members who join during June 2016 choose two stamp sets from the new annual catalog to be included in the Starter Kit for free.
  • Any two stamp sets of any value - woohoo!
  • Stamp sets only...bundles and kits cannot be selected as free stamp sets
  • Starter kit is $99, select $125 in product, PLUS the two free stamp sets!
  • Promotion Deadlines: Starter Kit application must be submitted online or by faxed by the times below in order to receive free stamps.

That’s right!  Every one who joins my DOstamperSTARS this month will get two FREE stamp sets in their Starter Kit. That’s an added value of up to $104, depending on which stamps you choose. It’s a pretty big deal! 

I'd be happy to have you join my STARS!  Check out my DOstamperSTARSand Joining Stampin' Up! pages for more information.  If you have more questions, just let me know, I'm happy to answer them for you. 


 

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn 

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards!
2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)  


STARS Swaps: New In Colors!

This past Saturday I hosted a STARS get-together and shoebox swap.  As usual, we had lots of fun socializing, sharing, eating and of course, swapping!  Today I'm sharing some of the swap cards that feature the new 2016-2018 In Colors!

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Anna Palmer)

Dapper Denim

(6/14 eta:  Wow, I have received a lot of feedback on Anna's card.  You guys are lovin' it and why not, it's awesome!  See below for the supply list)

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Dawn Thomas)

Flirty Flamingo, Peekaboo Peach, Emerald Envy, Dapper Denim, Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Robin Anderson)

Flirty Flamingo, Peekaboo Peach, Emerald Envy,Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (LuAnn Graber)

Peekaboo Peach, Emerald Envy,Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Bobbi Peterson)

Peekaboo Peach, Emerald Envy,Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Diane Rosburg)

Flirty Flamingo, Peekaboo Peach, Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Jolene Harms)

Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Lisa Rasmussen)

Sweet Sugarplum

 

DOstamperSTARS In Color swap cards shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup (Karla Larson)

Peekaboo Peach

What a great showcase of the new In Colors!  I have to admit, at first glance I wasn't an instant fan of this years' colors, as I'm not generally a "bright" color sort of gal.  But these colors seem happy and you can't help but find yourself smiling at them.

When adding them to your wish list, don't forget the ink refills too.  See below for all of the In Color products available in the new Annual Catalog!

Enjoy~Dawn O


 

In Color Supplies (Individual and assortment packs)

2016-2018 In Color Collection #dostamping #stampinup

 


 

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn 

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards!
2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)  


Paper Pumpkin $5 Flash Sale & Sneak Peek!

Paper Pumpkin...Have you signed up yet?  If not - be sure to get in on your first month for only $5.00 with today's Paper Pumpkin flash sale!

Act fast...ends tonight at 11:50pm (MT)

Sneak Peek of June 2016 Paper Pumpkin.  New Subscribers $5 Paper Pumpkin flash sale - starts 5pm (mt) June 9th, sign up with DOstamping (https://mypaperpumpkin.com?demoid=61500)

If this is the sneak peek, I can't wait to get my kit!!  Looks like FUN!

$5 Paper Pumpkin flash sale - starts 5pm (mt) June 9th, sign up with DOstamping (https://mypaperpumpkin.com?demoid=61500)

New subscribers only...give Paper Pumpkin a try for only $5.00

  • Starts tomorrow, June 9th at 5pm (MT)
  • Ends Friday, June 10th at 11:50pm (MT)
  • Promo code:  ONEDAYDEAL

So...what is this Paper Pumpkin thing, anyways?

It's a paper crafting kit that is delivered to directly to your mailbox!  It's a surprise each month—anticipation for the surprise is seriously half the fun!  No worries, though, you'll have everything you need to complete the project: paper, stamps, ink, accessories, and more! (You will need adhesive & scissors.)

Sign up here:  (click) Dawn's Paper Pumpkin Subscribers!

Note:  You'll know you signed up with me when you receive a confirmation welcome email from me personally, within 24 hrs!


Why Subscribe with Dawn?  Here's why...

  1. You'll receive great customer service!
  2. Fabulous alternative ideas shared each month!
  3. Plus a "subscriber-only" bonus each month, filled with 10-12 additional alternative ideas!  (see last month's sneak peek)

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas BONUS PDF for Subscribers offered by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

View past kits, as well as alternative ideas:

Now are you ready to sign up?

Sign up here:  (click) Dawn's Paper Pumpkin Subscribers!

 


 

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn  

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards! AND 
2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here) 


DOstamperSTARS Challenge #184: Confetti Celebration & Pop of Pink Washi

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge.  This week we're having a "Color My World" challenge. 

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #184-Color My World Confetti Celebration with Pop of Pink Washi Tape card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC184 #dostamping #stampinup

This week's color challenge is a fun one!  This was one of the card selections at my Stamp-a-Stack class last week...a big hit!  saw a similar card while browsing on Pinterest a few weeks ago and really liked the layout (created by Janneke).  I changed up the colors to use the super fun Pop of Pink Designer Washi Tape and added a greeting to make it my own.  I must not have saved the Pin, as I can no longer find it. 

5 Steps to Confetti Celebration Birthday Card

  1. Attach Pop of Pink Designer Washi Tape to 4" x 5-1/4" of Whisper White cardstock.  
  2. Stamp greeting (from Confetti Celebration) with Tuxedo Black Memento Ink, then adhere panel to folded 4-1/4" x 11" Thick Whisper White card base.
  3. Punch Medium Star from Gold Glimmer Paper and adhere with Stampin' Dimensionals.
  4. Stamp star image (from Confetti Celebration) with Melon Mambo ink, punch with Medium Star Punch.  Put a Stampin' Dimensional on the back, but don't adhere yet.  Wrap Gold Metallic Thread around 2 fingers a couple of times and press onto the dimensional, then adhere star with thread to the card
  5. Adhere three Gold Sequin Trim pieces with glue dot

Confetti Celebration with Pop of Pink Washi Tape card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC184 #dostamping #stampinup

With 5 different Washi Tape collections to choose from, this layout could take on a whole different look & feel.   Just tear, tape, and transform your projects quickly and easily. Check out the new Designer Washi Tapes and add them to your shopping list today!

Enjoy~Dawn O 


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

 


Confetti Celebration with Pop of Pink Washi Tape card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC184 #dostamping #stampinup

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

 


  

Thank You for Shopping with Dawn 

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards! AND 2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)  

 


May Paper Pumpkin Kit: Many Manly Occasions 3-Alternative Ideas, Plus $5 Paper Pumpkin Flash Sale!

 Before I get started, I have to share an exciting announcement from Stampin' Up!...$5.00 Paper Pumpkin Flash Sale starting Thursday night!

$5 Paper Pumpkin flash sale - starts 5pm (mt) June 9th, sign up with DOstamping (https://mypaperpumpkin.com?demoid=61500)

New subscribers only...give Paper Pumpkin a try for only $5.00

  • Starts tomorrow, June 9th at 5pm (MT)
  • Ends Friday, June 10th at 11:50pm (MT)
  • Promo code:  ONEDAYDEAL

Sign up here:  (click) Dawn's Paper Pumpkin Subscribers!


 Have you seen the Many Manly Occasions Kit from May's Paper Pumpkin?

Paper Pumpkin May 2016, check out Dawn's variations of Many Manly Occasions #dostamping #stampinup

The Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin is a masculine kit of 8 cards (2 designs).  When you're done with the kit, you'll have a 20-piece stamp set (wow!), and Night of Navy ink spot to add to your stamping collection!  
 
And now...the Many Manly Occasions refill kit is available to purchase.  Here's what you get:

May 2016 Paper Pumpkin Kit, Many Manly Occasions Refill Kit (141574)

141574 Many Manly Occasions Refill Kit - $8.00

Contains supplies for 8 cards and envelopes and includes the following:

  •  8 laser cut cards (2 styles)
  •  8 envelopes
  •  8 corrugated cardstock pieces
  •  2 sheets of die-cut stickers
  •  1 sheet of epoxy star stickers
  •  100 adhesive dots

* Must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to order this item. 

 WATCH VIDEO: Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit in action...

  

  


 PLUS...Here's three alternative ideas for you - two with a feminine twist:  

Use one card to create three with Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

For today's cards, I used the supplies for one card and made them into THREE cards!
 
Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup
 
Lattice Card Base Cutting Template
  • Cut off card front at the score line
  • Trim off large lattice piece, leaving a 1/4" edge (for Lattice Love card)
  • Trim off small lattice piece, leaving a 1/4" edge (for Lattice Friend card)
  • You should be left with a piece approx. 7/8" x 4-1/4" (for Birthday Balloons card)
  • Cut leftover card base down to 4-1/2" x 3-1/2" (for Lattice Love card)
  • Save any additional leftover pieces for punching greetings

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Lattice Love Card

  1. Fold in half 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" piece of Basic Black cardstock.  Cut off 3" from the front flap (this could be optional, but I like the way it looks)
  2. Punch Melon Mambo cardstock heart using Sweetheart Punch.  Stamp greeting (from kit) with black ink onto card scraps and punch with new Duet Banner Punch.  Attach Basic Rhinestones and adhere to heart.
  3. Tie a bow of Basic Black Baker's Twine through one of the lattice spaces.  Adhere heart with Stampin' Dimensionals
  4. Adhere completed lattice piece to 3-1/2" x 4-1/2" piece of Basic Black cardstock, and then to 3-5/8" x 4-5/8" piece of Whisper White.  Adhere to left panel of card front with one "strip" of Stampin' Dimensionals down the left edge.
  5. Adhere 3-1/2" x 4-1/2" piece of White cardstock to inside of card (cut from cardbase)
  6. Enjoy!

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

 

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Lattice Friend Card

  1. Tie a bow of Basic Black Baker's Twine through one of the lattice spaces, then adhere lattice to front of folded 4-1/4" x 11" Basic Black card base.
  2. Punch Melon Mambo cardstock flower using Pansy Punch.  Punch Petite Pansy flower using orange corrugated paper (from kit).  Adhere both together with glue dot and attach a large Perfect White Accent to center (colored first using a black Sharpie marker) 
  3. Stamp greeting (from kit) with black ink onto card scraps and punch with the new Duet Banner Punch.  Adhere to card with Stampin' Dimensionals.
  4. Attach small and medium Perfect White Accents
  5. Adhere 4" x 5-1/4" piece of Whisper White cardstock to inside of card.
  6. Enjoy!

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Birthday Balloons

  1. Punch balloons from orange corrugated paper (from kit).  Tie on Basic Black Baker's Twine (approx 3-1/2" for each).  Adhere to 4-1/4" x 11" folded Soft Sky card base with Stampin' Dimensionals..  Bring strings together where they'll meet under the greeting strip and anchor with a Stampin' Dimensional.  Attach star stickers to the balloons.
  2. Stamp greeting with black ink.  For perfect placement, set (don't adhere) the white piece cut from the card front on the card, then stamp.
  3. Adhere "happy" sticker to the 7/8" x 4-1/4" white piece.  Adhere completed piece to card with Stampin' Dimensionals.
  4. Enjoy!

Cute options, right?  Get the Many Manly Occasions Refill Kit  today! 

And don't forget...new subscribers $5 for your first month flash sale:  

Dawn's Paper Pumpkin Subscribers!

Enjoy~Dawn O


Subscribe with Dawn, Get BONUS!

Many Manly Occasions Paper Pumpkin Alternative Ideas BONUS PDF for Subscribers offered by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

  • When you subscribe with me, you'll not only get today's alternative ideas (above), but 10-12 more BONUS ideas!
  • The BONUS ideas are delivered as a PDF to your inbox the first week of the following month.

Subscribe tomorrow (starting at 5pm - MT)!  


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Thank You for Shopping with Dawn  

View PDF:  NEW 2016-17 Annual Catalog
SHOP: Clearance Rack

Check Out: June's Promotions
(Extra Stampin' Rewards! AND 
2 Extra Stamp Sets when you Join my Team!)

NEW June VIP Host Code = U3VQZK9U
(learn more here)   


Featured STAR: Melinda Smith Decorative Label Window Box

You're in for a treat today!  Remember my post from yesterday, about the STARS sharing their Create & Play kit creations?  I'm sure you do, because I've heard from many of you that you enjoyed seeing their creations.  Well...I have one more for you, from Melinda Smith. 

DOstamperSTAR Melinda Smith Affectionately Yours Window Box shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

She created a box with her supplies and I was blown away by her creativity.  She agreed to share the instructions & template too!  See below:

Melinda's Decorative Label Window Box

  • Score 6-1/4" x 5" piece of Crumb Cake cardstock
    • On the long side (6 1/4”) side, score at 3/4”, 2-3/4”, 3-1/2” and 5-1/2”.
    • On the shorter (5”) side, score at 3/4” and 4-1/4”.  
  • Fold and reinforce all score lines with a bone folder
  • Refer to diagram, cut on all the dashed lines to create tabs along each of the long edges.  
    • Make a small diagonal notch on each edge of the tabs to cut off the actually scored line (this will make it easier to assemble).
    • Fold on the solid lines.
  • To ensure perfect window placement:
    • cut a label from lightweight scrap paper, using the Decorative Label punch.  
    • Center and adhere the scrap label to the large section between Flap A and Flap B.
    • Fold Flap A under, line up the scrap label in the window of the Decorative Label Punch, and punch the opening.
  • Add adhesive to the edge of the window sheet (3” x 1-3/4”) and attach it behind the window opening.
  • Finish off the the inside of the box (window side):
    • Punch a decorative label shape from the center of a 3-1/4” x 1-7/8” piece of Crumb Cake cardstock.
    • Adhere it to the inside of the box, over the window sheet, matching up the the window area
  • Use tear tape assemble box
    • Adhere Tabs 2 and Tabs 3 to inside of Flaps E.  This is the base of the box.
    • Adhere Tabs 1 to Flaps D.  This is the cover (which is attached)
  • Use a sponge to ink all edges with Crumb Cake. Let dry and decorate with washi tape.
  • Punch bow pieces using Bow Builder Punch, decorate with washi tape.  Assemble and adhere to box.
  • Enjoy!

DOstamperSTAR Melinda Smith Affectionately Yours Window Box shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

 

DOstamperSTAR Melinda Smith Affectionately Yours Window Box shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Download/Print: Decorative Label Window Box PDF (includes tips for bow too)

Let her know how much you like her box by leaving a comment, and I'll pass it along to her.  

The Create and Play Kits were a fun activity I did with my STARS team.  I'm sure I'll be doing it again. Join us (and get two free stamps - any value) so you can get in on it next time!  

Enjoy~Dawn O


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