The Silver Stamper

  Hello, Stampers! These were the options for one of my July stamp camp projects.  Pretty simple.  All of the white areas are Shimmery White CS.  The color wash background is 4-1/4 x 3-1/2, the sentiment "tag" is 1" and the Champagne accent strip is 1/4."  We used Copper Trim on the Pretty Peacock version.  All stamping and the wash are in Pretty Peacock and Rococo Rose, are the card bases.  The daisies are each one full strength layer and one layer stamped off.  A good card to have in your stash for any occasion.  Products are below. Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net

Hi, Stampers! Well, here it is, almost June.  I would have thought that during full SAH that the time would just drag, but at least for me, it has flown by!  I hope it's been like that for you, as well. Since many graduation gatherings have been delayed, I decided it wasn't too late to post for you a graduation card you can make with a bundle and DSP you likely already have.  Inside, this card says, "Set sail in the direction of your dreams."  I think this is a perfect sentiment for someone starting a new stage in their life, either after HS or college.  I also added the sea birds and a sailboat inside. For measurements and supplies, click "Read in browser," if you are reading in email or "Read more" on my blog. Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net

Hello, Stampers! Aren't these face masks adorable?  Well I could have picked a prettier pattern for the second one, but I get so stingy with my time that if I'm experimenting and it turns out, it's going on a card!  LOL  I imagine you've seen them different places on the Net, but here is a link to the video that taught me - they really are pretty easy.  Lisa Fleming,  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBzo_zxdOnk&list=LL5V72yr7nEvrjYqurV6TT_Q&index=25&t=100s I do have a couple of photos and measurements for you, some suggestions and hints, so be sure to click "Read in browser" or "Read below" for those. Have fun! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net

Hello, Stampers!      The first thing that came to my mind when I saw this particular pattern in the wonderfully colorful See a Silhouette Designer Series Paper, was a storm at sea.  So... I grabbed my Sailing Home Bundle because it is perfect for that theme, but I also made a second one using the sentiment, "Let hope be your lighthouse..." from the High Tide set.   Read more of this post. Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net

FEBRUARY 15 - MARCH 31 Hello, Stampers!      Commencing February 15, SU! will be offering more $50-$100 purchase FREE items with its Second SAB Release.  Stay tuned! Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net

Hi, Stampers!       Another pretty, and simple card from January Stamp Camp.  A lovely card for any occasion, sympathy or Easter.  Email for a free, printable Project Sheet, and click "read more" for the easy instructions and supplies.  Let's get started... Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net Supplies and Measurements STAMPS – Your choice for inside of card PAPER – Highland Heather – 7-1/2 x 5-1/2, score at 3-1/4; Petal Promenade DSP (marble pattern) – 5‑1/2 x 1-1/4; Whisper White – 1-1/4 x 5-1/2; Basic Black – 5-1/2 x 1-1/2 (can be trimmed later); Graceful Glass Designer Vellum – any of the floral vertical panels – trim to 1-1/4 x 5-1/2 INK – Any color you choose for inside greeting; various Stampin’ Blends to color flowers panel OTHER – Mini Glue Dots, Tombow Multi liquid glue, paper trimmer; Glitter & Clear Epoxy Shapes

Hi, Stampers!      This beautifully detailed, but EASY, card is one of the projects from my January Stamp Camp.  Just send an email if you would like a printable Project Sheet.  Let's get started... Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net Supplies and Measurements STAMPS – Butterfly Gala (Punch Bundle) PAPER – Whisper White Thick CS – 4-1/4 x 11, scored at 5-1/2; Shimmery White scraps for butterflies; Blueberry Bushel – 4 x 5-1/4; Whisper White 3-3/4 x 5; Delightfully Detailed Specialty DSP - use one of the self-bordered panels INK – Memento Black, Blueberry Bushel, Balmy Blue, Granny Apple Green or Lemon Lime Twist OTHER – Big Shot, Tufted or other TIEF, Rectangle Stitched Framelits Dies, Butterfly Duet Punch, Sponge Daubers, Organdy Ribbon, Pearls Basic Jewels, Stamparatus (optional), Stampin’ Dimensionals and Mini Dimensionals

Inspired by LeeAnnGreff - YouTube "3Techniques with the Stamparatus" Hi, Stampers!      Here is another project from my November 10 Stamp Camp.  LeeAnn Greff has a great video on YouTube on how to create this "shadow" effect - or, as I like to call it, three-dimensional.  These subtle trees also work well for a sympathy card.  Just send me an email me for a printable Project Sheet. Happy Stampin’! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net Products, Measurements STAMP SETS – Winter Woods PAPER – Whisper White Thick – 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, scored at 4-1/4; Blushing Bride – 5-1/4 x 4, Rich Razzleberry – 5 x 3 3/4; WW for oval sentiment – min. 2-3/4 x 2 INKS – Versamark, White Craft, Black Stazon, Rich Razzleberry (Blushing Bride to decorate inside) OTHER – Stamparatus, White Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Big Shot, Layering Ovals Framelits (or large oval punch), Basic Jewels-Rhinestones, Embossing Buddy, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesives

Hello, Stampers!      First, on my Blog, scroll down to my post of October 30 for more info on the Snowflake Showcase Suite, which is now available for order.      SHOP BY PROJECT - what a good idea!  Somewhat limited to start, but just click the box above to head to my Online Store for the first projects - a sampling is below.  Here's how it works:  Click on the Project you think you would like to recreate and the next page provides a list of all the supplies needed, prices and a check box - be sure to uncheck the box for supplies you already have.        You can also SHOP BY COLOR and SHOP BY OCCASION.  Click above and explore for yourself.       BEAUTIFUL BLIZZARD CARDS HEALING HUGS CARDS

Hi, Stampers!      Still undecided what theme to go with for your Christmas and Holiday cards or a couple of new ideas for all-occasion?  Here's an easy answer.  Click above for a showcasing video on YouTube.  Love the snowfall stamp with the Stamparatus ladder technique!  Here are a couple of closeups of the stamp images.  Click here Snowflake Showcase Flyer  for more images and prices. SNOW IS GLISTENING  #149742 - $21 HAPPINESS SURROUNDS  #149744 - $17 HAPPY HOLIDAY STAMPIN'! Sue Duffy ~ mandsduffy@comcast.net All images ©Stampin’ Up!®

Hello, Stampers!      This is my entry for the Less Is More #383 Challenge - "Dimension."  I thought about doing a simple embossing folder background, but then thought about this easy, colorful technique I played around with when SU! first started carrying Brusho.  For this card, I used  4 of the 5 colors of Brusho from Stampin' Up!:  Prussian Blue, Brilliant Red, Gamboge (mostly orange with yellow), and Moss Green.  I hope this fun background is not too "busy" for the Less Is More team!  Here's the technique; it's pretty simple and you can find video tutorials on YouTube: Brusho can be messy, so you should probably lay down scrap paper, wax paper, or a silicone baking sheet. On a piece of the smaller size bubble wrap - bubbles up - (you might be able to see it above), cut larger than your desired background piece (my watercolor paper on this card is 3 x 4-1/2"), lightly sprinkle one or two colors of Brusho or use as many as you like!