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Share Sunshine

Published on May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

It’s hard to believe June is right around the corner, with the snow we’ve been having. Isn’t this crazy??

Paper Pumpkin is the perfect way to jump into the world of paper crafting and get your creative “me-time” every month. Everything you need is pre-cut and comes with a complete set of instructions. So you are ready to skip to the fun part of crafting! As a Subscriber, you will always have cards and cute gifts on hand to suit any occasion. Your first kit even includes a free gift-a clear stamping block you can use over and over again. You’ll also build a collection of stamps and ink to use on other projects. There’s no pressure—you can cancel or suspend at any time. Subscribe by the 10th of the month to get started! Last month’s Paper Pumpkin sold out, so don’t delay.

Check out Sara’s video here

This exclusive Sara-inspired Paper Pumpkin kit is here to help you #sharesunshine. It includes supplies for eight handmade cards and is specially designed to help you create a box full of cheer. Once you’ve made all the cards, use any leftover pieces to decorate the box. Fill it with yellow goodies, add the included adhesive label, address it to someone special, and brighten their life with a little sunshine!

Box of Sunshine

Kit contains supplies for 8 cards and envelopes (2 cards of 4 designs)
Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm

Coordinating Colors: Basic Black, Bumblebee, Crushed Curry, Poppy Parade, Shaded Spruce, White, and Gold

Box of Sunshine Information: This kit includes extra pieces and stickers (including a sticker label) to help you create cards AND a Box of Sunshine filled with treats and goodies to send to a friend. (Treats not included.)

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

Subscribe for the June kit from 11 May–10 June at Paper Pumpkin
Supplies may be limited toward the end of each subscription period, so don’t delay.

Covid 19 Giveback

Published on April 28, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

This digital stamp set is packed with both lighthearted and thoughtful sentiments and imagery relevant to the unique COVID-19 and social distancing situation we are currently in. You can use the download in your cardmaking and papercrafting projects. Simply print the imagery on cardstock and cut it out using Stampin’ Up!’s Paper Trimmer, punches, or dies. Since we are physically distanced from each other, now is a perfect time to share sunshine with our friends and family by sending cards!

As part of Stampin’ Up!’s Making a Difference program, 100% of the Share Sunshine PDF Download proceeds will go to COVID-19 efforts through these organizations:

The World Health Organization’s COVID-Solidarity Response Fund
United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund

Help us make a difference today!

The download will be charged in US dollars; your financial institution will convert the charge into your currency based on current exchange rates.

The Share Sunshine PDF Download is for personal use only.
When you purchase the PDF download, please remember not to share it with others, as this takes away from the organizations we are trying to support–and encourage your customers to follow suit!

Stampin’ Up! will donate all proceeds to the following global organizations to help vulnerable communities and frontline responders. This means, that Stampin’ Up! demonstrators do not receive any commissions for this product, so that ALL proceeds go to the charities listed below.

Share Sunshine PDF Download. Click here to purchase your PDF

The World Health Organization’s COVID-Solidarity Response Fund

This fund supports the Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan, which includes:

Tracking and understanding the spread of the virus.
Ensuring patients get the care they need.
Buying and shipping essential protective gear for frontline workers.
Generating awareness for the general public on ways to prevent the spread of the disease.
Accelerating efforts to develop vaccines, tests and treatments.

Learn more about WHO here

United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund

This fund supports communities across the world struggling to cope with COVID-19. United Way is working to protect the most vulnerable by helping them access food, shelter, vital information, and more through United Way’s global network.

Learn more about United Way here

April Paper Pumpkin Alternative Card

Published on April 16, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

I do love my Paper Pumpkin Subscription. It has everything you need, each month to complete the products, whether they’re cards, treat/snack containers, gift tags, etc.
I used an additional little gem on the tag, from “Love what you do”, which is retired, but you can use a Pearl Basic Jewel and colour it with your favourite coordinating Stampin’ Blend marker.

I hope you like my first alternative video.

Click here for the tutorial YouTube video

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May Paper Pumpkin Surprise!!

Published on April 14, 2020April 20, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

Here’s a sneak peek at next month’s Paper Pumpkin (sorta)

The upcoming May 2020 Paper Pumpkin kit includes supplies to make 8 full-size cards (4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″) and 4 note cards (3-1/2″ x 5″) and will feature the new 2020–2022 In Colors (which will be revealed April 24)! plus Purple Posy. This means that Paper Pumpkin subscribers will be among the first to get their hands on new In Color products.

If you sign up as a demonstrator between then and now, you will get to see ALL of the new colours and products AND preorder them as of May 2nd.

You have until May 10th to order your Paper Pumpkin, if you’re not already subscribed.

You still have time to subscribe for your April Paper Pumpkin – before tomorrow night.

Published on April 9, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

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Kit contains supplies for 8 cards and envelopes
Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)

Coordinating Colors: Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Melon Mambo, Mint Macaron, Pear Pizzazz, Shaded Spruce, Soft Sea Foam

Isolation, you say??? Have I got an idea!!

Published on April 2, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator1 Comment

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Ornate Garden Birthday

Published on March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

I love this new suite, that is available as of tomorrow, April 1st, 2020. It is actually in the new Annual Catalogue, coming out in June, but this early release is amazing.

Cut your card stock as follows:

Very Vanilla 8-1/2 x 5-1/2, score at 4-1/4, (2x) 5-1/4 x 4, + scrap
Vellum – 5-1/4 x 3
Terracotta Tile – scrap

Check out my YouTube tutorial here

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Ornate Garden Birthday

Published on March 28, 2020March 29, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

This beautiful floral suite is coming your way on April 1st. The Ornate Garden Suite is part of the selection for the new Annual 2020/21 catalogue, coming in June, but as an early release, we get to enjoy it before the catalogue comes live on June 3rd. This card was inspired by a card from a member of the Stampin’ Up! Design Team, Emma Goddard, in the UK.

Cut your card stock as follows:

Card Base – Very Vanilla
8-1/2 x 5-1/2, score at 4-1/4
Very Vanilla (cut 2) 5-1/4 x 4, plus small scrap
Garden Green – half sheet
Ornate Foil DSP – fussy cut flowers

I heat embossed the large floral design with gold embossing powder, onto Garden Green card stock, then fussy cut it out.

Die cut the larger of the scrolled frames from the Ornate Layers Dies, from the Garden Green card stock.

Emboss one of the Very Vanilla pieces, with the Ornate Floral 3D embossing folder. Layer onto the card base, adhering with your favourite snail or liquid glue.

On top of this, layer your Ornate Layers frame, and then place your embossed floral element onto this.

Place your fussy-cut flowers onto your embossed leaf/floral, adhering with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Heat emboss your sentiment, in gold and trim. Embellish with the gilded gems.

I hope you enjoy the tutorial video. Have a great weekend.

YouTube Tutorial – Ornate Garden Suite

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Sale-A-Bration Third Release Products Now Available!

Published on March 24, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

Sale-A-Bration Third Release products are now available for you to earn! These additional offerings include select, current Stampin’ Up! products, newly available to earn for Sale-A-Bration. You need to act fast though, because orders must be closed by March 31!

With the new 3rd release of Sale-A-Bration products, this is a great time to take full advantage of this promotion, including the Little Ladybug Stamp Set (item 152384) for hosts with a qualifying order of $375. And, if you’ve been thinking about joining my team now is a great time. Complete your sign-up process by March 31, so you can make the most of Sale-A-Bration; you will get a free Mini Paper Cutter, 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper Sampler, and your choice of a stamp set on top of the regular Starter Kit offering! How cool is that! And, after that – all your purchases are 20-25% off regular. And, (again), as a demonstrator, you get to see what’s happening a full month before everyone else AND (yep again) place a pre-order and get your new stuff ahead of everyone else. Just saying…. lol

If you would like more information, shoot me a quick email at crittersnink@gmail.com. Stay safe in this crazy virus ridden life, right now, and craft on!!

Class Update

Published on March 15, 2020 by Lise Taber - Critters'n Ink, Independent Stampin' Up! DemonstratorLeave a comment

Hi everyone

With the rapid spread of our favourite virus (not***), I’ve decided to postpone classes until May. I will post the dates and send out emails for those classes. If you can’t make it to a class or the times don’t work for you, I’m always happy to create a class just for you and your friends ( I need a minimum of 3 bodies), at your home. Just let me know or email me for more options.

Stay well, stay safe. Best regards

Lise