Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Tea Together for The Spot Challenge #108 Mother's Day

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am sharing with my card for this weeks challenge at The Spot.  The theme for this weeks challenge is Mother's Day.  Everyone created projects for mother's day or to support of their mom.  I picked the Tea Together Stamp Set to feature on my project today.  One because it had a beautiful tea set, roses, and wonderful fonts.  And, secondly it was the perfect image to create a fun scene card with my stampin' blends.  Here's a look at my card. 



I started my card by stamping the tea pot and tea cup from the stamp set and added the rose buds and flower to both.  I stamped in tuxedo black ink and colored the pot and cup in with Balmy Blue Blends and added just a little color lifter to blend out the lightest color.  I colored the roses and flowers in Flirty Flamingo and Mint Macaron Blends.  To color the handles, top, and bottom of the cup I used a combination of So Saffron, Mango Melody, and Soft Suede to create the golden color.  


After coloring the cup and teapot in I set them aside to create the background.  I masked off part of the card to stamp the rose wall paper in the background.  Once I had all the roses stamped I removed the post it tape and was able to color both the wall paper and the table.  I started by coloring all the roses with Rococo Rose Blends, and Mint Macaron.  I colored the background with So Saffron blends with a couple layers of color.  I colored one layer of each color let it dry and then added another layer of color and blended it all out.  I then started to work on the table.  


For the table I used Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, and Bronze blends.  I added a little color lifter here and there to add a little texture.  To achieve the wood grain look it's a matter of keep layering and not stopping when you think it's not looking good, keep going and you will get the look you want.  Once I had everything colored I took the matching dies and cut out the tea cup and the teapot.  I then stamped the sentiment on to the card front.  I added the finished panel to a whisper white mat.  Everything was added to a Rococo Rose Card base.  


Once everything was cut out and added to the card front it was time to finish building the card.  I added a little of the Rococo Rose Scalloped Linen Ribbon between the wall and table to give the look of a trim.  I popped up the teapot with dimensionals as well as the tea cup.  I finished off the card by adding a few of the So Saffron Sequins from the Iridescent Sequins Assortment.  You can play along with use this week and check out what the other design team members came up with by clicking here.  Thanks for dropping by today, If you need any of the products you've seen today you can order them in my online store.  Some of the items are on the Last Chance List so don't wait to long.  
Happy Stampin'
Rick Adkins 

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Monday, April 27, 2020

Bonanza Buddies Birthday Card

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am going to share with you a card I made before the retiring list came out but haven't gotten around to sharing with you just yet.  I thought I would go ahead and share it with you today.  I was very sad when I saw this set on the retiring list last week.  It's a fun set and perfect for birthday cards, and projects for kids.  And, kids at heart too.  Whimsical animals, confetti patterns, and detailed birthday images are the main features of the Bonanza Buddies Stamp Set. They are perfect for birthday cards, party favors, and all your birthday creations. This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want.  Here's a look at my card using this fun stamp set. 


Bonanza Buddies Suite Bundle, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!, Birthday Card, Last Chance List 2020

This fun little card is probably one of my favorites that I made using this stamp set, well next to my card for the may Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle which features this Suite of Products.  I started my card by Stamping the lion which is done in a couple different parts by the way.  I stamped the head and body in Daffodil Delight Classic Ink and stamped the main in Mango Melody Classic Ink.  His little face was done in Tuxedo Black ink as well as the sentiment on the tag.  I have said it before this bundle is worth ordering just for the dies.  I love this stitched tag die!  Once I had the image stamped I used the matching dies and cut it out.  I then pieced him together.  I popped the head up in the main with a Stampin' Dimensional and glued everything together with a little Multipurpose Liquid Glue.  

Bonanza Buddies Suite Bundle, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!, Birthday Card, Last Chance List 2020

On the tag I added a strip of the designer series paper and a little banner made from the designer series paper.  By the way my tage was cut from a scrap of Bermuda Bay Cardstock.  I also added some of the Daffodil Delight Ruched Ribbon tied with a little Whisper White Solid Baker's twine to add a little extra to this simple card design.  Next I started layering everything together.  I used a 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 piece of Terracotta Tile Cardstock to make a top folding card.  I added a piece of the Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper to a 4 1/8 x 5 3/8 piece of Grapefruit Grove Cardstock before layering it onto the card base.  

Bonanza Buddies Suite Bundle, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!, Birthday Card, Last Chance List 2020

When you use this designer series paper you will be inviting the party animals from the Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper to your crafting bonanza. This high-quality printed paper is excellent scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more. Pack includes fun party and animal patterns. The patterns in this paper are very fun and whimsical so if you don't like fun this paper isn't for you.  You should just keep scrolling past it in my online store.  Now if you love a little whimsy in your projects this is a must have.  


After layering up the outside I added a piece of whisper white cardstock to the inside with a strip of designer series paper to it to finish off my card.  I hope that you have enjoyed my card for today.  If you need any of the supplies you need to order them ASAP because most of the products are on the Last Chance List and selling quickly.  The items on the list are on a while supplies last basics.  The stamps are guaranteed to be in stock until May 22, 2020, but besides that it's get in where you fit in.  I will have everything listed below in the Stampin' Up! Shopping List and you can click on the items and it will take you directly to my online store.  Tonight at midnight is the last day for my special this week.  Which if you don't follow me on Facebook you probably don't know what I am talking about.  If you use my host code on any order of at least $50 (before shipping and taxes) I will send you a free Pack of Rhinestones.  Your order must be in by Midnight tonight to qualify for this offer.  Again thanks for dropping by today.  

  
Happy Stampin' 
Rick Adkins 


Use the April Host Code on any order of $50 (before taxes & shipping) or more during the month and receive a gift from me in May as a Thank You. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code.  You will forfeit your Stampin' Rewards if you do; and I want you to get those rewards.


If you place any size order with me during the month of April, you will receive the April Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle from me as a little thank you.  This month's tutorial bundle features eleven tutorials that use the outgoing 2018-2020 In Colors.  The Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle can either be earned for FREE with any size order or Can be purchased for $20 from me.

Order $50 (before shipping and taxes) of products from the Ornate Garden Suite of Products in my Online Store in April using the Host Code:  ZPBUDHR7 and I will send you’re the Ornate Garden Mega Tutorial Bundle for FREE as a thank you gift.  That is 90 tutorials featuring products from the Ornate Garden Suite (a $21 value) free for purchasing products from the Ornate Garden Suite from me this month free. 

Do not want to order but still would like to get the Ornate Garden Mega Tutorial Bundle featuring 90 projects with both metric and Imperial measurements for each project! You can purchase it from me for $21.00 US anywhere in the world in my online store by clicking here


If you have not joined my Paper Pumpkin Subscribers yet now is a great time to do so.  The May Kit will feature the 2020 - 2022 In Colors and Paper Pumpkin Subscribers will be the first group to get their hands on them this year a full two weeks before the 2020 - 2021 Annual Catalog goes live.  Paper Pumpkin is a great Crafty Subscription kit that comes right to your mail box each month for a low cost of $22.00.  It has everything you need to complete the predesigned projects ready to go.  It is a great affordable craft escape each month.  Click here to sign up!  Deadline for the May Kit is May 10th, 2020. Plus, as one of my subscribers you will receive a PDF tutorial of exclusive alternative projects emailed to you each month.   

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Friday, April 24, 2020

A Good Man - Global Video Hop April 2020

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am going to share with you my project for the April Global Video Hop.  This month our theme was Masculine projects, so I pulled out my A Good Man Stamp Set and created a card for you today.  I also will share the card I had done in another color scheme using the same design also.  But, I love the A Good Man Stamp Set and it's prefect for both Father's day, which by the way is just around the corner, birthday cards, retirement cards, and so much more.  Here's a look at my card. 


A Good Man Stamp Set, Global Video Hop, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!

I started out my design today by picking the colors.  I already knew what the design was because I had already made one in a different color scheme.  So I picked Crumb Cake, Real Red, and Blackberry Bliss as my colors for my card for the hop.  And I love how they look together.  I wasn't sure at first but I am very happy with the outcome.  

Video Tutorial: 


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A Good Man Stamp Set, Global Video Hop, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!

Sizes & Dimensions: 

You will find both the Imperial and A4 metric measurements for my card below.  The A4 metric measurements will be inside the parentheses.  

  • Crumb Cake Cardstock - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored in half at 4 1/4" (14.9 cm x 21 cm)
  • Real Red Cardstock - 4" x 5 1/4"  (14.4 cm x 10 cm)
  • Blackberry Bliss Cardstock - 2 1/2" x 3 3/4" (14.9 cm x 9.5cm)
  • Whisper White Cardstock - 4" x 5 1/4" inside (14.4 cm x 10 cm);  outside (14.9cm 9.5cm) cut with stitched rectangle die as shown in video
A Good Man Stamp Set, Global Video Hop, Rick Adkins, Stampin' Up!

Thanks for dropping by today for this quick little post.  Please make sure you hop along on YouTube for the Global Video Hop.  If you need any of the supplies you have seen today you can order them in my online store by clicking on the items below.  I can tell you that the Neutrals DSP has already sold out.  

Happy Stampin' 
Rick Adkins 


Use the April Host Code on any order of $50 (before taxes & shipping) or more during the month and receive a gift from me in May as a Thank You. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code.  You will forfeit your Stampin' Rewards if you do; and I want you to get those rewards.


If you place any size order with me during the month of April, you will receive the April Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle from me as a little thank you.  This month's tutorial bundle features eleven tutorials that use the outgoing 2018-2020 In Colors.  The Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle can either be earned for FREE with any size order or Can be purchased for $20 from me.

Order $50 (before shipping and taxes) of products from the Ornate Garden Suite of Products in my Online Store in April using the Host Code:  ZPBUDHR7 and I will send you’re the Ornate Garden Mega Tutorial Bundle for FREE as a thank you gift.  That is 90 tutorials featuring products from the Ornate Garden Suite (a $21 value) free for purchasing products from the Ornate Garden Suite from me this month free. 

Do not want to order but still would like to get the Ornate Garden Mega Tutorial Bundle featuring 90 projects with both metric and Imperial measurements for each project! You can purchase it from me for $21.00 US anywhere in the world in my online store by clicking here


If you have not joined my Paper Pumpkin Subscribers yet now is a great time to do so.  The May Kit will feature the 2020 - 2022 In Colors and Paper Pumpkin Subscribers will be the first group to get their hands on them this year a full two weeks before the 2020 - 2021 Annual Catalog goes live.  Paper Pumpkin is a great Crafty Subscription kit that comes right to your mail box each month for a low cost of $22.00.  It has everything you need to complete the predesigned projects ready to go.  It is a great affordable craft escape each month.  Click here to sign up!  Deadline for the May Kit is May 10th, 2020. Plus, as one of my subscribers you will receive a PDF tutorial of exclusive alternative projects emailed to you each month.   

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Stampin' Up! Retirement List is Here & Retiring Catalog Walk Through Video



Yesterday Stampin' Up! announced the Last Chance Retiring Lists for the 2019 Annual Catalog and the January-June Mini Catalog.  And I will tell you there's a lot of things on the list.  But, I can also tell you that some of the items that are listed are not going away completely some are being reconfigured into different packaging with different item numbers.  But, I will also tell you that there are some dang great deals on this list.  I want you to remember that products at this time are while supplies last.  The only exception are the stamp sets they are guaranteed availability until May 22, 2020.    




Don't forget to use my host code if your order is less than $150!  The April Host Code is: 

Catalog Retiring List Walk Through: 

Grab your catalogs a highlighter, and your favorite beverage and join me as I share with you what is on the Last chance list.  Mark your catalog as I walk through it with you.  


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