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Coming July 1st: Designer Series Paper Buy 3, Get 1 Free Sale!

Stampin' Up!'s Designer Series Paper Sale - Buy 3, Get 1 FREE! Dawn Olchefske, Stampin' Up! demonstrator  #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking  #papercrafting #scrapbooking

We know how much you love Designer Series Paper, so we've got a fantastic deal for you! 

Get ready for some free paper with an incredible offer of buy 3, get 1 free on select Designer Series Paper packs. 

Date: July 1-31

Designer Series Paper included in the sale:

(note: selected DSP can be found in the catalog on pages 189-192)  

The sale runs 1-31 July and will be a great time to stock up! 

Get ready for some savings starting Sunday (I know, can you believe it will be July already-in just 2 days?  Summer is going fast!)  

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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New Stampin' Blends are Here!

Stampin' Blends are now in stock!  Dawn Olchefske, Stampin' Up! demonstrator #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #papercrafting #stampinblends

We know you’ve been waiting on the new Stampin’ Blends colors introduced in the 2018-2019 annual catalog.  And now they are here! 

All new and returning colors are in stock.

If you have a catalog, you'll find them listed on page 205.  Or you can visit my online store and purchase your Stampin' Blends here

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #287: Birthday Backgrounds Fireworks

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

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC287 Home Sweet Home #dostamping #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #diy

Stampin' Up! Birthday Backgrounds fireworks card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC287 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting, #birthdaycards #4thofjuly

During my first look-through of the catalog, I immediately thought of fireworks for the Birthday Backgrounds stamp set.  This card has been in my head since then and today it's perfect for our photo inspiration Thursday Challenge.

How'd She DO That? tips for Celebrate card:

  1. Stamps: Birthday Backgrounds, Picture Perfect Birthday
  2. Paper:
    • Whisper White Thick (8-1/2" x 5-1/2" card base) 
    • Whisper White (4" x 5-1/4 and scrap for 2" Circle Punch)
    • Blueberry Bushel (1-1/2" x 5-1/4")
    • Real Red (3/8" x 5-1/4" and scrap for Starburst Punch)
  3. Ink: Real Red, Blueberry Bushel
  4. Other:  2" Circle Punch, Starburst Punch, Silver/Whisper White Baker's Twine, Basic Red Rhinestones & Stampin' Dimensionals
  5. Shopping Links:  See below for a full supply list with links to shop online

Stampin' Up! Birthday Backgrounds fireworks card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC287 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting, #birthdaycards #4thofjuly

And look...I got to use the new Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels.  It made me giddy!  I put several throughout the card.

Apparently I like the 2" Circle and Starburst Punches, as I've been using them a lot lately.  For me, punches are great for quick and cute cards.  If you don't already have these two punches, I highly recommend adding them to your punch collection!

I suspect many of you will be spending next week with your family and celebrating the 4th of July.  Be safe!

And thank you to all the men and woman who made our freedom possible.

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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Stampin' Up! Birthday Backgrounds fireworks card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC287 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting, #birthdaycards #4thofjuly

 

  


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VIEW: NEW Stampin' Up! Catalog

Want a sampling?  Check out my Annual Catalog Product Shares

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July Stampin' Pad Family Promotion begins Sunday

I'm excited to announce the upcoming Stampin' Up! promotion!  Get a FREE Ink Pad Assortment when you join my Team - woohoo!  Choose any color family assortment ($67.50 value) and add it to your Starter Kit order - July only!

Join Stampin' Up! during July 2018 and get a FREE set of Ink Pads (your choice of color family) Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #DOstamperSTARS #joinstampinup

Promotion Dates: July 1–31, 2018
(remember "Mountain Time")

Details

  • Free assortment of Classic Stampin’ Pads available only to new demonstrators who submit applications within promotion dates.
  • Each Stampin’ Pad Family is an assortment of 10 coordinating ink pads from one of the following color collections: Brights, Neutrals, Regals, Subtles, and 2017–2020 In Colors. ($67.50 value)
  • The 2017–2020 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pads bundle (item 150289) is exclusive to this promotion and includes all colors in both the 2017–2019 In Colors as well as those in the 2018–2020 In Colors.
  • The Neutrals assortment does not include the three Basic colors: Basic Black, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White.
  • New demonstrators who submit their IDA before July 1 or after July 31 will not be eligible for this promotion.

Join Stampin' Up! during July 2018 and get a FREE set of Ink Pads (your choice of color family) Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #DOstamperSTARS #joinstampinup

Print: Stampin' Pad Family flyer

Here's a little bit of my Stampin' Up! story:

This promotion has me looking back on very first Stampin' Up! convention 8 years ago in Orlando (I had only been a demonstrator for one year).  As it was my first, I didn't know many people.  I was rooming with people I had never met before, but had found through Stampin' Discuss.  I attended classes by myself, but was never alone, as demonstrators who found out I was by myself, befriended me in each class.  This first convention sealed the deal for me.  Meaning - my life changed that week.  I saw average, ordinary, but extraordinary women receive recognition after recogniton as they crossed the stage.  These women looked like me.  If they could do it - I could do it! 

In addition, Shelli Gardner's (CEO and Co-Founder of Stampin' Up!) wrap up speech was exactly what I needed to hear at that time of my life.  At the time, I was a Controller for a small company and was struggling with my personal ideals and the ideals of the owners of this company.  It just wasn't working.  Then I hear Shelli talk about how future conventions would take place in Salt Lake City and why.  I know many demonstrators were disappointed with the news at the time, but I hung on her every word as she explained her reasoning for the decision.  She was saying what I wanted the owner of a company to say.  What did she say?  In a nutshell, that she valued her employees and their families!  Here was someone who walked the talked.  Wow - can you imagine that?  Not too many people do that.  It was what I was searching for and I found it in Stampin' Up!

I returned home and immediately set a goal to turn this "disount saving" demonstrator into a business demonstrator.  I set my sights on earning the incentive trip and to walk across the stage the following year (which I did!).  I'll be honest, if I hadn't experienced the magic of a Stampin' Up! convention, I don't know where I'd be today.  But even back farther...if I hadn't said "yes, what the heck, I'll be a Stampin' Up! demonstrator", I know that I'd probably still be unhappy in that job.  So take that leap of faith - you never know where it will lead you.  What do you have to lose? 

Maybe the real question to ask yourself is, "What do you have to gain?" 

If you're thinking of joining Stampin' Up! - July will be a great time to join.  

The Stampin' Up! starter kit is only $99:

  • Choose $125 in merchandise. 
  • PLUS an ink pad family (worth $67.50) - during July
  • FREE shipping saves 10%!

I'd love to have you join my DOstamperSTARS community.  Whether you're looking to save money on your hobby or earn money with your hobby, there's a place for you with the STARS!  I look forward to welcoming you!

Learn more here

Got questions?  Contact me at [email protected]

Thanks~Dawn O

 


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Dandelion Wishes Double Triangle Fold Card

I'm excited to announce, I'm the Guest Tutorial Author on Splitcoaststampers today!   I'm sharing a DoubleTriangle Fun Fold card photo tutorial that I did for Splitcoaststampers. Woohoo!

  

Stampin' Up! Double Triangle Fun Fold card using Dandelion Wishes by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #papercrafting #funfold #doubletriangle #dandelionwishes

How'd She DO That? tips for Double Triangle Fun Fold card:

  1. Stamps: Dandelion Wishes
  2. Paper:
    • Whisper White Thick (score 11" x 8-1/2" in half (4-1/4") one direction, then turn and score in half again (5-1/2") - cut in half on the diagonal)
    • Whisper White (4" x 5-1/4" and scrap for 2" Circle Puncht)
    • Melon Mambo (scraps for two Starburst Punch circles)
    • Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper (4" x 5-1/4" - cut diagonally)
  3. Ink: Melon Mambo
  4. Stampin' Blends:  
  5. Other:  2" Circle Punch, Starburst Punch, Stampin' Trimmer, Powder Pink 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon, Basic Rhinestone Jewels & Stampin' Dimensionals
  6. Shopping Links:  See below for a full supply list with links to shop online

Stampin' Up! Double Triangle Fun Fold card using Dandelion Wishes by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #papercrafting #funfold #doubletriangle #dandelionwishes
 

Stampin' Up! Double Triangle Fun Fold card using Dandelion Wishes by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #papercrafting #funfold #doubletriangle #dandelionwishes
For a full step-by-step photo tutorial, click on Double Triangle Fun Fold Card.

This was the first time I played with the Dandelion Wishes stamp set.  I'm looking forward to playing with it some more!   Add it to your shopping bag today!  

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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Stampin' Up! Double Triangle Fun Fold card using Dandelion Wishes by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #papercrafting #funfold #doubletriangle #dandelionwishes

 


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Beautiful Accented Blooms

I'm so excited about the way this Accented Blooms card turned out.  It's watercolored (which I'm not the best at).  But, when you use our Shimmery White paper, anyone can look like a watercolor expert - even me!  

Stampin' Up! Accented Blooms card shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping  #papercrafting #accentedblooms #thankyoucards

How'd She DO That? tips for Accented Blooms card:

  1. Stamps: Accented Blooms
  2. Paper:
    • Night of Navy (4 1/4" x 11" card base)
    • Shimmery White (4" x 5 1/4")
    • Petal Pink (scrap for punch)
  3. Ink: Versa Mark, Sentiment-Calaypso Coral, Leaves-Old Olive, Flowers- from top going counterclockwise
    • Daffodil Delight and Crushed Curry
    • Night of Navy and Crushed Curry
    • Calypso Coral and Poppy Parade
    • Petal Pink and Calypso Coral
    • Pool Party and Tranquil Tide
  4. Other: Tailored Tag, Heat Tool, Embossing Buddy, White Stampin' Emboss Powder, Blender Pen, Calypso Coral 1/4" Ombre Ribbon and Stampin' Dimensionals
  5. Tips
    • Ink flower image with Versamark ink, stamp on Shimmery White Paper, then cover with White Stampin' Emboss Powder. Remove excess and melt with Heat Tool.
    • Use blender pen and ink pressed into the ink case lid for coloring. 
    • Start with the lighter color then come back with the darker color.
    • Was going for a  watercolored look, so I didn't mind it the flowers weren't fully colored in.
  6. Shopping Links: See below for a full supply list with links to shop online


Stampin' Up! Accented Blooms card shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping  #papercrafting #accentedblooms #thankyoucards

As you know...Accented Blooms is my favorite stamp set from the new 2018-2019 Annual Catalog. Check out my Accented Blooms Pinterest Board for even more inspiration!

Besides the beautiful floral image, I find myself reaching for the "thank you" and "hello" sentiments in the set.   Add the Accented Blooms stamp set to your shopping bag today (and the Tailored Tag punch - if you don't already have it).  

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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Stampin' Up! Accented Blooms card shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping  #papercrafting #accentedblooms #thankyoucards
 

 


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VIEW: NEW Stampin' Up! Catalog

Want a sampling?  Check out my Annual Catalog Product Shares

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DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #286: Very Vintage Host Set & Darling Label Punch Box

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

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC286 showCASE Annual Catalog pg 115 #dostamping #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #diy
For this week's Thursday Challenge, my eye was drawn to the stamping in the opposite corners.  So that is what I chose for my showCASE card.  

Stampin' Up! Very Vintage Host set and Darling Label Punch card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC286 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting #stampinrewards #birthdaycards #veryvintage

I chose the Very Vintage set that includes a flower "bunch" and stamped them with Rich Razzleberry ink. Then with the Clear Wink of Stella Glitter Brush, I lightly blended the ink on just the flowers.  In real life the flowers look gorgeous!

How'd She DO That? tips for Very Vintage card:

  1. Stamps: Very Vintage (free with $150 order)
  2. Paper:
    • Rich Razzleberry (11" x 4-1/4" card base)
    • Very Vanilla (4" x 5-1/4" and scrap for punching
  3. Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Tuxedo Black Memento
  4. Other:  Darling Label Punch Box, Basic Black Solid Twine, Clear Wink of Stella Brush, Share What You Love Artisan Pearls & Stampin' Dimensionals.
  5. Tip:  See below
  6. Shopping Links:  See below for a full supply list with links to shop online

Stampin' Up! Very Vintage Host set and Darling Label Punch card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC286 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting #stampinrewards #birthdaycards #veryvintage

I was so glad I ordered the Darling Label Punch Box, as I hadn't noticed that it matched an image in the Very Vintage Stampin' Rewards set.  Having said that, I hadn't planned to use it.  But I made a stamping boo boo.  When I stamped the bee image on the stamped panel, I think I overinked it, as it was way too dark.  So I needed to cover it up.  The Darling Label Punch to the rescue.

  • Stamp matching punch "outline" image first, then the bee image. 
  • Brush on Wink of Stella Glitter Brush on the wings. 
  • Then punched out with the Darling Label Punch
  • A Share What You Love Artisan Pearl was the perfect finishing touch!  

The moral of the story is...if you you're planning on redeeming your rewards for the Very Vintage stamp set, I recommend getting the Darling Label Punch Box too!  Add it to your shopping bag today!  

How do you get a FREE Stampin' Rewards (Host) set?  Good question.  Place an order of $150 or more and you can choose from a selection of stamp sets, just for you, including Very Vintage!

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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Stampin' Up! Very Vintage Host set and Darling Label Punch card by Dawn Olchefske for DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #DSC286 #dostamping #stampinup #cardmaking  #rubberstamping #papercrafting #stampinrewards #birthdaycards #veryvintage

   


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Quick & Cute meets Old & New!

I finally cracked open my Vertical Greetings stamp set.  I'm not sure what took me so long, but I'm glad I finally did.  I was drawn to it for it's simplicity.   So I chose to make my favorite...Note Card & Envelope.  I paired the stamp set with the new bright and cheery 2018-2020 In Colors to create a quick & cute card!

Stampin' Up! Vertical Greetings shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #diy #rubberstamping #papercrafting #birthdaycards

How'd She DO That? tips for Vertical Greetings card:

  1. Stamps: Vertical Greetings
  2. Paper:
    • Whisper White Note Card & Envelopes (5" x 3-1/2")
    • Pineapple Punch (1/2" x 5")
  3. Ink: Blueberry Bushel
  4. Stampin' Write Markers: 2018-20 In Colors, Soft Suede (from Neutrals Assortment)
  5. Other:  Grapefruit Grove 1/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Rhinestone Jewels, Glue Dots,
  6. Tips: 
    • Trim off 1/2" from front of note card
    • Use markers to color topiary image (breath on stamp before stamping on card) 
  7. Shopping Links:  See below for a full supply list with links to shop online

Stampin' Up! Vertical Greetings shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #diy #rubberstamping #papercrafting #birthdaycards

What a sweet little card!  Send a beautiful and simple greeting along with a beautiful image of topiary to lift anyone’s spirit.

The Vertical Greetings set is filled with sentiments for lots of occasions.  You'll be reaching for it all year-long!  Add it to  your shopping bag today! 

Enjoy~Dawn O

 


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Stampin' Up! Vertical Greetings shared by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping  #stampinup #handmade #cardmaking #stamping #diy #rubberstamping #papercrafting #birthdaycards

  


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VIEW: NEW Stampin' Up! Catalog

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June 2018 VIP Host Code = JKXGVFFD
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