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New to stamping or interested in becoming more professional at it? This fabulous online course “The Basics” from Stampin’ Up covers all sorts of techniques every stamper should know. There are 34 different projects with instructions and complete supply lists, and everything is printable so you can work on them at your own pace and file the sheets in a binder for later use. There are even coordinating You Tube videos!

The online class is divided into six categories:

• stamping basics (seven projects)
• the Stamp A Majigg (four projects, video)
• masking (four projects, video)
• embossing (seven projects, 2 videos)
• markers & watercoloring (six projects, video)
• Big Shot and punches (six projects, 2 videos)

Each section is designed to take you from the simplest, most basic use of the technique or tool and gradually layer on more advanced techniques, with tips along the way. The instructions are simple and precise, and you can view the videos an unlimited number of times, stopping at starting at will.

So whichever way you like to get your inspiration, it’s there. And at only $14.95 and downloadable to your computer or laptop, it’s easy and affordable to have inspiration at your fingertips wherever you go!

Note – when you download The Basics, chose “other application” when asked.

Click here to view the The Basics on my Stampin Up website. (Item #133385)

If you received a notice today about a malware something or other on my site today – rest assured that it’s not me – it’s the Stamping Top 50 badge on my sidebar.  I have removed the badge and things seem to be working again.  I’m not sure what was going on because I’ve had that badge for years – but I’ve removed it. 

If you missed today’s post using the cute Pop N Cuts base and Winged Hearts insert, here’s a direct link.

Winged Amore

Thanks to Sue for alerting me to the problem!  Hugs, Fran

15 new items were added to the Clearance Rack today!

Neutrals Flower Brads
Regals Flower Brads
Subtles Flower Brads
Pretty in Pink 5/8″ Satin Ribbon
Bashful Blue 5/8″ Satin Ribbon
Chantilly 1/2″ Crochet Trim
Artichoke 3/8″ Denim Jean Ribbon
2010-2012 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers
2011-2013 In Color 12″ x 12″ Textured Cardstock
Timeless Portrait Designer Series Paper
Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper
Well Worn Designer Series Paper
Beau Chateau Side Notes
Sweetest Stem Embosslits Dies
Flower Burst Embosslits Dies

Hope on over to my site and grab yourself some deals!  Hugs, Fran

Wishing you a very merry Christmas filled with friends and family.  I am so thankful that you take time out of your day to stop by my blog.  Hope your Christmas is beautiful!  Hugs, Fran

I needed to make a baby card for a friend who just found out that she’s having a grand baby!  I used A Little Birdie Told Me – and it just went on and on from there.  The largest Big Shot Scallop Circle #2 is 3 1/2″ inches in diameter and I cut the Whisper White piece 2 3/4″ with my circle cutter to make the center part of the card.



This is the Delicate Dots paper from SAB!  The little charm was made with Shrink plastic and the retired Little Layers Plus stamp.



Then I just kept going with the same design!  (Warning – you might get tired of this!)

These use the Washington Apple DSP –





The odd know was created because I punched the hole in the wrong spot.  In order to save it I did this…..



Only you will know it’s a mistake!  Enjoy!  Hugs, Fran

Here is a card and a set of stationery for Samantha’s vocal teacher.  Did you notice that it’s black and white? I wasn’t kidding when I said that I’m going through tons of this stuff right now!



The card has Whisper White base and a 4 x 51/4 black mat with another piece of 3 3/4 x 5 1/4 Whisper White.  The strip across the front if 2 x 5 1/4 with the small words stamped repeatedly across it (using a SAMJ)  The sentiment is stamped with Black Craft ink and embossed with detail black embossing powder and mounted on Dimensionals.  The only set used was Elegant Notes.



This is the stationery set. It is made up of 8 single sheet cards and 8 envelopes.  The band is made the same way as the card above – I just increased the length to 11″.  The black grosgrain hides the seam.



This is what the stationary looks like.  The ribbon might be from Michaels – it’s in that scary box of loose ribbon that I have stashed away in my closet!  There’s really no telling where it’s from – I’m sure you understand!  Enjoy!  Hugs, Fran