Ornament Elegance Kit

Update (12/8/12): You are no longer able to order this kit as Stampin' Up! has sold out of them.  Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.  I have a kit coming in my next order so stay tuned for a contest to win one of these ornaments.

 

I'm sure you've seen the ornament on the front of the Stampin' Up! holiday catalog (if you haven't than you are missing out) and thought I want one of those.  At least I have many times!  This ornament is such a hit that it has become available for you--just in time to deck the halls with terrific trimmings you've made yourself!

 

Stampin' Up! has simplified this fun project so that you can quickly and easily achieve the same results. In addition to the kit, all you need is a glue gun, scissors, and adhesive. (Our Anywhere Glue Sticks [104045] are perfect for assembly.) Want greeting or place cards to go with those ornaments? The Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set (W 128048 C 128051) gives you perfect coordination.

 

Fancy a little sparkle and shine? Sprinkle on our Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter (102023)!

 

With this kit you will be able to create 10 heirloom ornaments--or stunning tags to attach to a special neighbor gift.

 

The Ornamental Elegance Kit (132832) is $14.95 and includes:

• Die-Cut Card stock Elements
• Cherry Cobbler 3-1/2" Scalloped Tulle Ribbon
• Natural Linen Thread
• Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons 
• Large Pearl Basic Jewels

Order these now at http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net so you will have plenty of time to make them for Christmas gifting--or for your family tree! Available while supplies last.

 

 

October

	Q&A Q: I love the ornament featured on the front of the Holiday catalog. How do I make it? A: That ornament is all the rage in the stampin’ world! This month, you can receive the Festive Paper-Piercing Pack with our Christmas Gift Promotion. You’ll be surprised that you can create such a beautiful ornament from paper. It takes a bit of time, but is actually pretty simple to do. And it makes a great gift. Here’s how! SUPPLIES: • Ornament Keepsake stamp set (#128048 wood $34.95, #128051 clear $25.95) • Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies (#127816 $24.95) Ornament Keepsake Bundle (#129949 wood $49.95, 129950 clear $42.95) saves you 15% when the stamp set and framelits are bought together! • Big Shot (#113439 $99.95) • Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink Pad (#126966 $5.95) • Old Olive Classic Ink Pad (#126953 $5.95) • Very Vanilla card stock (#101650 $8.50) • Simply Scored Scoring Tool (#122334 $29.95) • 1-3/8” Circle Punch (#119860 $15.95) • 3-1/2” Scalloped Tulle Ribbon (#127841 $6.95) • Multipurpose Liquid Glue (#110755 $3.95) • Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons (#127555 $5.95) • Large Pearl Basic Jewels (#125577 $4.95) • Linen Thread (#104199 $4.50) • 1/8” Taffeta Ribbon or other ribbon for hanging ornament • Rosette Die (#125594 $42.95) • Candlelight Christmas Designer Series Paper (#126901 $12.95) • Silicone Craft Sheet (#127853 $5.95) • Bone Folder (#102300 $6.95) • Hot Glue Gun and Glue *These supplies might be discountinued depending on when you are reading this. This ornament was from Stampin' Up!'s Holiday catalog available August 1, 2012 - January 2, 2013. Please contact me if you have any questions. Step 1: Stamp 20 of the larger ornament images on Very Vanilla card stock with Old Olive ink. Cut out with the coordinating Holiday Ornaments Framelits Die using the Big Shot. Stamp 20 of the small ornament images on Very Vanilla card stock with Cherry Cobbler ink. Cut out with the coordinating Holiday Ornaments Framelits Die using the Big Shot. Score 15 of each ornament in half from top to bottom using the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Fold in half along the score line. Step 2: Use the Multipurpose Liquid Glue to adhere three of the scored ornaments together. Adhere one half of the first ornament lined up with one half of the next ornament and then do the same with the third ornament. Leave one half of the first and last ornaments un-glued. Repeat the steps until you have created 5 sets of the 3-ornament groupings in each ornament style. Add Multipurpose Liquid Glue to the halves of the first and last ornaments in the 3-ornament grouping. Adhere to the back of an un-scored ornament of the same style. Repeat for all 5 sets of each style. Step 3: Punch a circle from scrap card stock using the 1-3/8” Circle Punch. Place the circle on the Silicone Craft Sheet. Add a line of hot glue around the edge of the circle. Position the necks of the larger Old Olive ornaments, flat side down, evenly around the circle. Press into the hot glue. Use the Bone Folder to avoid burning yourself. Nest the smaller ornaments with the larger ornaments. To finish up, add Tulle Ribbon and linen thread, and create a rosette to add to the center of the ornament with the clear button using hot glue. Punch a hole for ribbon at the top. Optional: Add Dazzling Details Stampin’ Glitter or Champaign Shimmer Mist to add sparkle to the finished ornament.
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Holiday Catalog Swap

I participated in a demonstrator swap with stamp sets from the 2012 Holiday Catalog.  These are the swaps and they are all GEORGEOUS!!  I love that we only had to make 6 cards so we were able to take our swap cards up a notch than normal with more people.  If you remember from here, my swap card was the Gingerbread man and women card.  Enjoy the beautiful creations from my fellow demonstrators who all rock!!





Snowflake Soiree created by Amy Deems






Look at that bling on this card, love it!!!





Wonderful Winterland created by Lori Smith



Perfectly Preserved created by Lynn Elrod-Clifton

Wonderfall created by Kim Williams

Googly Ghouls created by Elaine Swidzinski

Inside of card

These stamp sets are all in the holiday catalog that runs until December 31st.  If you want to order any or all of these sets, you can do so through my online store 24/7 @ http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net



Christmas Tree

I'm sure you're thinking it's weird to see Christmas cards already but I had to try out some of the new product I ordered from the 2012 Holiday catalog.  I wish I could remember where I saw this layout, but I just can't.  That's why I like to write posts after making the card cause I can give credit where credit is due.  Sorry if that person is you.
I love how the tree is actually cut out of the whisper white to show the designer series paper underneath.  This was easy to do using the new Holiday Collections Framelit Dies.  They go along with the Scentsational Season stamp set that you can order as a bundle and save 15%!

I absolutely LOVE how Stampin' Up! is starting to offer bundles of product at a discounted price.  And if you want the stamp set you should DEFINITELY order the framelits because you will love being able to do so many different things with both.

Supplies needed to make this card:
Card Stock: Crumb Cake base 4-1/4 x 5-1/2
                    Whisper White 4-3/4 x3-1/4
                     Be of Good Cheer DSP 2-3/4 x 5-1/2
                    Champagne Glimmer paper scrap for star and label
Stamp Set: Scentsational Season
                  Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink: Cherry Cobbler     
       Gumball Green (add a little color around modern label sentiment)            

Accessories: Stampin' Sponge
                     Gumball Green 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon
          Tools: Big Shot
                     Holiday Collections Framelit Dies
                     Merry Minis Punch Pack (Small Heart Punch from Holiday Catalog)
                     2-1/2" Circle Punch (used to round corners)
                     Modern Label Punch
  Adhesives: Snail
                    Stampin' Dimensionals

Remember: you can order any or all of these supplies directly from my online store 24/7 @ http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net

Gingerbread Card

I was participating in a demonstrator swap with my local group with stamp sets from the 2012 Holiday catalog.  I chose Scentsational Season and used the gingerbread from the set. 

I took inspiration from this card at www.splitcoaststampers.com (love this site for cards with the stamp set you want to use)  I knew I wanted to create a man and woman gingerbread and use some of the new product from the catalog.  How cute would this be for a couples first Christmas together?

Supplies needed to make this card:

Card Stock: Gumble Green base 4-1/4 x 5-1/2
                    Be of Good Cheer DSP 4 x 5-1/4
                    Whisper White 3 x 3
                    Comfort Cafe scrap for skirt
                    Red Glimmer Paper scrap for heart

Stamp Set: Scentsational Season
                   Delightful Dozen (used marker to get just Merry Christmas)

Ink: Early Espresso
        Gumball Green Ink Pad and Marker
        Cherry Cobbler Marker

Accessories: Natural 7/8" Cotton Ribbon (love this cause it can be stamped on like I did)
                      Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine
                      Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details
                      Basic Pearls Jewel Accents
          Tools: 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch
                      1-1/4" Circle Punch to round corner of Whisper White card stock
                      Scallop Trim Border Punch
                      Small Heart Punch
                      Sponge Dauber
     Adhesive: Snail
                      Stampin' Dimensionals
                      Mini Glue Dots

2012 Holiday Catalog

The 2012 Holiday catalog has been released!  If you haven't seen it you are going to want to get your hands on one.  I'm loving all of the product for the upcoming holidays as well as the new larger size (8-1/2 by 11) and page count!

Dates: August 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012.

See it Online (flash) here
OR
Download PDF of catalog here

I am planning to have an open house in August but with my mom's knee surgery next week, I'm trying not to have anything set in stone until I see how it goes.  If you placed an order through me within the year, you should have received your copy in the mail.  Contact me if you would like to get together before my open house to see this catalog.

Here's 2 samples of some products in this catalog.

Check back later this week to see how I made each of these cards.

If you are ready to start shopping this catalog to prepare for your holiday crafting, you can do so at my online store http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net than click on "Products, Shop Now."