DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #194: Sneak Peek Seasonal Bells & Holly Berry Happiness Bundles!

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

So excited for today's Product Spotlight Punches challenge!  Last week I received my Holiday Catalog preorder and I knew exactly what I'd be using for today's Punch challenge...new holiday punches.  Specifically the new Bell Punch and Holly Berry Builder Punch.  Both come in a bundle with matching stamp sets...Seasonal Bells and Holly Berry Happiness.  Definitely on my top favorites list!   Coming soon...September 1st.  

Season Bells & Holly Berry Happiness card - 6 steps

1. Run 4" x 5-1/4" piece of Mint Macaron cardstock through Big Shot with the new Pine Bough Texture Impressions Embossing Folder.  Adhere to folded 11" x 4-1/4" Mint Macaron card base.
2. Stamp bell with Emerald Envy on Mint Macaron cardstock and cut with Bell Punch.  Punch several leaves and berries out of Emerald Envy and Cherry Cobbler cardstock using Holly Berry Builder Punch.
3. Assemble hollies and berries with glue dots at top of bell.  Wrap Cherry Cobbler Metallic Thread (from combo pack) around two fingers and adhere between berries and holly leaves.
4. Adhere 2-1/2" x 3/4" strip of Presents & Pinecones Designer Series Paper to 2-1/2" x 3-3/4".  Position bell on the panel, so you know where to stamp greeting from Holly Berry Happiness with Cherry Cobbler ink.  Adhere panel to 2-3/4" x 4" piece of Cherry Cobbler.  
5. Wrap Emerald Envy Silky Taffeta Ribbon (from combo pack) around panel and tie in knot.  Adhere bell in place with Stampin' Dimensionals
6. Adhere completed panel to card with Stampin' Dimensionals. 

Oh my gosh...I'm totally lovin' this card.  It turned out almost exactly as I envisioned it.  Love it when that happens.

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Enjoy~Dawn O 

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

• Judy Strickling
• Robyn Rasset 
• Sharon Bennett
• Angela O'Neill
• Connie Plaumann
• Dawn Olchefske
• Dawn Thomas
• Jan Carlson
• Joan Weidling 
• Michelle Harrington

 

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies 
(click on products to shop online.  Note: Holiday Catalog products coming 9/1)

Seasonal Bells Wood-Mount Bundle [143532] Holiday Catalog	Seasonal Bells Clear-Mount Bundle [143533] Holiday Catalog	Holly Berry Happiness Photopolymer Bundle [143505] Holiday Catalog	Presents & Pinecones Designer Series Paper [141986] Holiday Catalog	Presents & Pinecones Cardstock Pack [141987] Holiday Catalog
Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337]	Emerald Envy Classic Stampin' Pad [141396]	Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad [126966]	Big Shot [143263]	Pine Bough Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [141831] Holiday Catalog
3/8" (1 Cm) Ribbon Silky Taffeta Combo Pack [141989] Holiday Catalog	Metallic Thread Combo Pack [142003] Holiday Catalog	Glue Dots [103683]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

 

 
 

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Thank You for Shopping with Dawn  

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SHOP: Clearance Rack

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(learn more here)

Don't forget: Bonus Days Coupon Code Redeemption - August Only 

 

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

August VIP Host Code = 723WNVW9
(learn more here)

Don't forget: Bonus Days Coupon Code Redeemption - August Only 

Guest Stamper Sunday: Connie Plaumann Wonderfall Projects

It's Guest Stamper Sunday again and today I'm featuring one of my long distance DOstamperSTARS Connie Plaumann, from WI.  Connie joined Stampin' Up! last fall.  Oh my, she's coming up a her one year anniversary very soon.  She's a big Stampin' Up! fan and has already enjoyed a Stampin' Up! Regional Event and Convention too!  Here we are at convention just a few months ago.

Me, Connie, Frances and Debbie

One of the things Connie did immediately after joining Stampin' Up!, was create a blog, Creative Possibilities.  She's been busy stamping and sharing ever since.  She's also a regular participant in the DOstamperSTARS Monthly Creative Challenges I offer for my group. 

You're in for a treat as Connie shares two Holiday Mini Catalog "Wonderfall" projects.  You're gonna love 'em!!

Wonderfall Broom

Isn't this just stinkin' cute!!  She got inspiration from fellow demonstrator Mary Brown.  Hmm...I may have to make one of these brooms.  What a cute centerpiece!

Wonderfall Card

Here's a matching card too. 

Wonderfall Stamping Supplies
(as shown on pg 33, Holiday Mini Catalog)

Wonderfall stamp set - wood (128084)
Wonderfall stamp set - clear (128087)
Autumn Accents Bigz Die (127812)
Woodgrain Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (127821)

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Be sure to stop by Connie's blog, Creative Possibilities

• Check out the Wonderfall Broom picture tutorial 
• Check out the Wonderfall Card supply list w/additional pictures

 Thank you Connie, for sharing your talent and enthusiam for Stampin' Up! with us!

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Ann Truenow's Flower Garden Swap Card - Sweet Like Her!

When I think of Ann's stamping style, I think of sweet and simple, just like her!  Which is also the perfect description for her card that I'm sharing today.  She paired the new Hostess Level Two "Love & Care" stamp set with the new "Flower Garden" Texture Embossing Folder.  Just simply sweet!!

 

For a full supply list, check out Ann's sweet blog, Stamp With Ann.  Be sure to say, Dawn sent ya!

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Jan Carlson Pulls Out All the Punches for Singing Mouse!

Today's stinkin' cute card comes from DOstamperSTARS Jan Carlson.  Jan loves punch art!  When we had our DOstamperSTARS "Singing in the Rain" Thursday Challenge...Jan pulled out all the punches for this card, literally!  Check it out...

 
To see a full supply list, visit Jan's delightful blog,
Stampin' With Jan

Be sure to say, Dawn sent ya!

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Laurie Zoellmer's Beautiful Butterfly, it's a Winner!

First off - Did you know the Stampin' Up! "Word Play" stamp set is on sale this month?  You didn't...well, it is!  In fact it is 30% off for the month of May 2011!  It's a must-have stamp set (in Dawn's opinion).  Check out all of the National Scrapbooking Month sale items here.

On to Laurie's card.  I can't believe I forgot to share her lovely card.  I realy like the way she used the Beautiful Butterflies Die with the Elements of Style stamp set.  With the added touch of the Rhinestone Jewels - it's just perfect.  The "Imagine the Possibilities" greeting is from the 30% off Word Play stamp set.  Her card was voted the most favorite at our DOstamperSTARS meeting in March.  Can you see why?

 

For a full supply list, check out Laurie's awesome blog, Laurie's Stampin' Spot.  Be sure to say, Dawn sent ya!

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Guest StamperSTAR Pixie: Stampin' Up! Four Frames

Today's Four Frames card was made by one of my DOstamperSTARS, Pixie Elletson. The warm colors of her card just speak to me. I also love the "peek-a-boo" corner she created - what a nice surprise. Didn't she do a great job?

Stamping Supplies
(Bold items are from the April 2011 "Spring is Blossoming" special)

Stamps: Four Frames, A Word for You
Ink: Early Espresso
Paper: Early Espresso, So Saffron, First Edition Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Big Shot, Square Lattice Texture Embossing Folder, Decorative Label Punch, 1-3/4" x 7/8" Oval Punch, Early Espresso 1-1/4" Striped Ribbon, Antique Brads, Stampin' Dimensionals

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Guest Stamper: Bobbi Peterson and Sew Suite Collection

You are in for a treat today!  When my Guest Stamper, Bobbi Peterson sent me her Sew Suite Collection cards, I had no doubt in my mind that the cards would be her usual outstanding work.  But when I opened her package...whoa, I couldn't believe my eyes.  Every card was better than the next one.  I couldn't decide which one was my favorite.  I loved them all and I think you will too!

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

Aren't they fabulous and creative?  Great job Bobbi.  For more inspiration from Bobbi, check out her "Out of the Box with Bobbi" blog (which she just started).  Thanks for sharing Bobbi!

Bobbi's Stamping Supplies
(bold items = from 2011 Occasions Mini Catalog)

Stamps:  Sew Suite, Pattern Pieces, You're a Gem, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Beary Nice Wishes, Occasional Quotes (level three hostess)
Color:  Sweet Stitches Designer Series Paper, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Wild Wasabi, Tempting Turquoise, Rose Red, Regal Rose
Paper:   Crumb Cake, Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White cardstock, Hostess Level One In Color Designer Series Paper Pack
Accessories:  Sweet Stitches Fabric, Tangerine Tango Pom Pom Trim, 1/4" Daffodil Delight Grosgrain Ribbon, Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding, Linen Thread, Sweet Stitches Designer Big Buttons, Bitty Buttons, Sweet Stitches Fabric Designer Brads, Eyelet Border Punch, 1-1/4" & 1-3/8" Circle Punches, Boho Blossom Punch, Big Shot, Square Lattice & Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folders, Top Note Die, Naturally Serif Decorative Strip Die, Stampin' Dimensionals  

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make these projects at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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2011 Occasions Mini Catalog (January 4th - April 30th, 2011) is loaded with tons of products for upcoming holidays like Valentines Day, Birthdays, Easter and More!

  

 

Guest Stamper: Laurie Zoellmer with Springtime Vintage Fabric

When I received Laurie Zoellmer's package in the mail, I was thrilled to see her use of the Springtime Vintage Fabric.  Fabric is a challenge for me.  I'm not a sewer, though my daugher is (don't know who she got that from).  So, I really loved seeing the fabric projects.  Especially ones I can duplicate, as none of these projects require sewing!!

 
 Fabric Flowers adhered to a dish towel

 

 

Stationary pack:  Fabric Flowers adhered to cardstock (the blue flower on the right is from the Springtime Vintage Designer Series Paper). 

 

Laurie's tips for:  Big Shot Fabric Adhesive Roll

1.  Iron Big Shot Adhesive and Springtime Vintage Fabric together
2.  Run it through the Big Shot with the Flower Folds Die
3.  Peel away the paper backing
4.  Iron onto the dish towel (pre-washed) or cardstock

Didn't she do an awesome job?  Thank you Laurie, for sharing your awesome talent with us!!  For more inspiration from Laurie - check out Lauries Stamping Spot.

 

Lauries Stamping Supplies
(bold items = from 2011 Occasions Mini Catalog or Sale-a-Bration Brochure)

Stamps:  So Happy For You (SAB), Tiny Tags
Ink:  Rose Red, Not Quite Navy
Paper:   Rose Red Very Vanilla cardstock, Springtime Vintage Designer Series Paper Stack
Accessories:  Big Shot, Flower Folds XL Die, Fabric Adhesive Roll (#122194), Springtime Vintage Fabric, Springtime Vintage Big Designer Buttons, Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding, Jewelry Tag Punch, Mini Glue Dots

Purchase the Stampin' Up! supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE

Enjoy~Dawn O

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