Pumpkins is NEW Colors!!

 My traditional Pumpkin Coasters sold well last week.....so I added 2 more colors!  The Bluegreen ornamental pumpkin is my FAVORITE!!  But the are SO expensive!  Now you can have a COASTER!!  I also colored 2 in a lighter orange.  This stamp is a perfect Coaster stamp as it actually makes the imperfections look intentional! 

 I can take orders for MORE pumpkins or grab 'em thru Oct, 31 every Saturday at Independence Uptown Market.  8-1pm.  I need to check the outside Vendors this week for ALL the Fall Decor!

Fall Lip Balms

 More Fall items coming to the Market this Saturday 8-1pm.  Fall Colors and Burt's Bee's Lip Balm.  

I cut tons of Acorns and Leaves so I can embellish quickly and mix and match.

And Plaid paper is always good for Fall,  this Calypso Coral ribbon is Gorgeous!!  Let some Fall....in your cart!  168444  $9.00

SHOP local every Saturday thru Oct. 31 at the Independence Uptown Market! Carter Gardens had MUMS last week!! 

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Fall Snack Packs and RAK gifts......

 I have been out of the workforce for 4 years and RAK "Random Act of Kindness" was a day we celebrated co-workers and just being  NICE to someone.  That memory is what inspired these Snack Packs.  A little gift as is or enclose a Gift card for a Bigger Gift!  I try to choose Healthy Snacks and Drink options.  Kind Bars are Gluten Free as well as the Nuts. 

Belvita Pumpkin Biscuits and a Tea Bag.

I have several customers who use these for Workout/Walk partners, Lunch Bunch, Grandkids, Birthdays, Drive Thru Food spots, Delivery Folks and even to hand out to a Homeless person with a Bottle of water.  

I have added FALL Snack packs for this Saturday at the Independence Uptown Market.  I LOVE Fall and lets celebrate one another every day!  

Kind Bars,  The Thanks and Giving Stamp set provided this Wreath and Acorn above! 168339  $20.00. What a Great Fall stamp set with all the Thankful Greetings!

 I also have Instant coffee, Real Lemonade and Dunkin' Drink mixes.  Simply Leaves Bundle was used for the colorful Leaves.  168165  $45.00  Stamps and Punch!

And single Hot Cocoa and Apple Cider.  Find a cover and Sentiment you like and we can tailor the Snack to your liking.

And there is plenty of room to slip in a Gift card or even CASH!!  The small leaves were very easy to fussy cut!

The Designer paper is Retired but we have so many Beautiful papers.  SHOP 24/7 in my Online store: kathyswanson.stampinup.net

Shop Local this Saturday 8-1pm at the Independence Uptown Market.

More Fall Cards

 I finished the cards I blogged about the other day and used some additional embossing folders and Vellum!  I love how these turned out and 30 NEW cards will be on the RACK in the Morning at the Independence Uptown Market.

This first card is a Book Fold and uses a New Embossing folder called Softly Woven,  so much Texture!! 168466  $12.00.  I cut my Designer paper in rectangles so you can mix, match and FLIP!!  For maximum pattern mixing.  I love how the Golden Glow Embossed edge pulls the color across the card from the Floral pattern.  168351 Sunflower Fields  $13.00 12X12 Designer paper

These 2 cards use the Sunflower and Retired Leaf embossing folders.  Both cards had Crumb Cake ink drug over the embossing.  Your pressure on the INK pad controls the saturation of color!  A bit of Vellum for accents.  167099  Vellum  $10.00  12  12X12 sheets

This Sunflower paper was perfect for the Sunflower embossing folder.  No inking this time, just embossing to give texture and movement to these Flowers.  Circle Dies look like a Flower popping off the card front.  166145  Sunflower 3D embossing folder $12.00

This long Retired embossing folder was a perfect partner with this paper Pattern.  The embossing blurs the images and the paper above the embossing has a Monet look!  I added a Vellum Daisy for an accent.

These last 3 cards are not embossed but just as beautiful!  Daisy, Leaves and Acorns for embellishments.  The Thank You card below is the OOPS and see how that Circle covers the OOPS!  Grab some paper and embellishments and make some cards this weekend!

Visit me at the Independence Uptown Market to SHOP these NEW cards and grab some FRESH produce!  8-1pm.

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Embossing Folder Technique

 Embossing adds such a lovely Texture to cardstock AND Designer paper.  Dragging an INK pad over an Embossed image highlights the Embossing and adds depth to a card.  This Leaf folder is Retired but paired perfectly with this Painted Patch Designer paper.  Timid Tiger card base, Cajun Craze ink.  Open your INK pad and gently drag across the surface.  Ink smudge the edges or not....I accented the Sentiment with a Leaf and Acorn.  

Another Painted Patch Pattern with the Sunflower 3D embossing folder.  Cajun Craze card base and Ink.  The Ink makes the Sunflowers pop from the background.  I added a Retired Daisy Die as an accent.

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Sunflower Fields

 I also Chopped Sunflower Fields paper in 3 pieces and here are 2 of my cards. First on a Old Olive card base.  All these patterns have Sunflowers and I found a Retired set and added a Sunflower as a focal point.  I colored with the NEW IN color Shimmer pens!  Golden Glow and Peaceful Pine.  Lots of Shimmer!!

On this Cajun Craze card base a checked patterned anchors the Sunflowers.  I used the Leaves and an Acorn for accents.

Sunflower Fields 168351  $13.00  Shop my website 24/7:  kathyswanson.stampinup.net

See these cards and MORE this Saturday at Independence Market.  8-1pm.

Flash Sale starts TODAY!!

 I just did my Shopping and there is a great variety of Stamps in this SALE!  Some are parts of bundles so shop wisely for the Best price!  There are Halloween, Fall and Holiday stamps in this SALE!  And Always check the LAST CHANCE category!  kathyswanson.stampinup.net

Sale runs 9/16 thru 9/18

Painted Patch

 I have been hoarding this paper until Fall.....we had a Day and then back to 90 degrees so I CHOPPED it up anyway!  I have not used this Technique for a long time.  Cut at least 3 patterns 4 X 5 1/4.  Stack them and then CHOP them into 3 pieces.  Use Angles or stick to Rectangles.  Mix and match for a Pattern mixed background!  Here are my card fronts:

3 patterns above on Timid Tiger card base.  

Below I used 2 like patterns and threw in a scrap from the Sunflower paper(more of that tomorrow) on a Cajun Craze card base.

And this Mix is on Secret Sea card stock.  Here you see what happens when you want a different pattern and the Angle is not quite right!  You improvise and COVER the OOPS later!

And here is a finished card,  I stamped and colored some Pumpkins and used Timid Tiger for the Sentiment.  Now that I study this picture....I see Acorns, Leaves and even Mushrooms!  I need to use those DIES I featured last week and add some embellishments!!

Painted Patch 12X12 paper 168430  $13.00

Shop my website and Select Stamps are 15% off 9/16-18!!

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Flash Sale 9/16-9/18

 

The 15% discount will apply to select stamp sets, which are only available while supplies last. See and shop all qualifying stamp sets in the online store on 9/16!!

I have a few stamps on my Wish List!  Can't wait to see what is ON SALE!!  If you reach $75 add the Product of the Month to your order for $5.

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Paper Pumpkin Preview

 Today I am sharing a Preview of the next 3 Paper Pumpkin kits.

OCTOBER: NOEL GREETINGS

Subscribe September 11–October 10

Craft elegant, layered Christmas cards in a sophisticated neutral palette.

• Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs with 10 coordinating envelopes

• Precut paper pieces

• Gold foil accents

• Coordinating colors: Basic Beige, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake,

Mossy Meadow (Premium Stampin’ Spot), Pecan Pie

Coordinates with the Neutral Noel Suite Collection (item 168469)!

NOVEMBER: TAGS OF JOY

Subscribe October 11–November 10

Elevate your Christmas gifting with handcrafted tags adorned in eye-catching gold foil.

• Makes 12 tags: 4 each of 3 designs

• Precut tags and paper pieces

• Green twine

• Coordinating colors: Cherry Cobbler (Premium Stampin’ Spot), Crushed Curry,

gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Real Red

Gleaming gold foil on every tag!

DECEMBER: TIMELESS FLORA

Subscribe November 11–December 10

Craft gorgeous all-occasion cards with timeless floral imagery.

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes

• Precut paper and vellum pieces

• White baker’s twine

• Coordinating colors: Bubble Bath, Cajun Craze (Premium Stampin’ Spot),

Crumb Cake, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petunia Pop

Includes a FREE additional stamp set!

And don’t miss the special add-on that coordinates with all three months: the Layered Tags Dies Add-On (item 168663) —available beginning September 11 and only while supplies last!

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Americana Cards

 Vacation is over and Market is back Saturday 9/12. 8am-1pm. I did not get as much accomplished as I had planned.  Not having POWER for 3 days really put me behind and wore me and Jo OUT!  But all is well now and I have lots of new items in the works!  Come see me Saturday for a glimpse of FALL and Americana cards and Nivea.

I love how this Retired embossing folder looks like a fluttering Flag!  Not Quite Navy card stock came out of the Retired Bin for a spin!  

The Stars Embossing folder is another Great Background!  

More Fluttering on Real Red this time with an inspiring sentiment.

A Few Stars and this Birthday Bear turned out so cute!

Patterned Paper and Arch Dies create a nice Focal image for this card.  All images colored with Stampin' Blends.

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Americana Nivea Hand Cream

 This Stamp set is from 1999!  A lady is selling off her Mother's collection at a Storage facility until the end of September.  I spoke with her a few months ago about ways to sell Retired items and she is ALL in to rehome these items.  She has LOTS!  Mostly wood mount and this set was not even mounted on the BLOCKS!  I LOVE RED Rubber stamps and I only bought this set.  I showed some serious restraint!  

I love these images and knew they would fit well on Gift items.  And so easy to COLOR!!  As we celebrate Labor Day let's Share some LOVE with Family, Friends and All Others you come in contact with!  We are a bit broken right now, but we are America!  I will also be making some Americana cards.

The case is yellowed with age, but the stamps LIVE on........I did a poor job of trimming as I FORGOT this was a thing!  And started over...and may have used the wrong block for the 3 stars!  If your stamp is crooked it a very likely you will stamp crooked!!  If you are interested in seeing this Storage Unit the seller is Michelle Cunningham.  Search her on Facebook and you will see her post.  You must message her and set up an appointment to shop.  The Storage unit is in the Lakewood area.  If you need any more info message me or leave a comment.

Nivea Refresh for Fall

 I will have NEW FALL designs for Independence Uptown Market 9/12.  It may not feel like Fall yet....but hopefully soon!  I used some Fall papers and did some coloring on the Greetings.

Leaves, Mushrooms and the adorable Acorn!

And always room for some Purple!  My garden beds are full of Russian Sage, Purple Statice and even a Day Lily bloomed this week.  I should of taken a picture!  I have been watering faithfully to keep things alive!

Stop by the Independence Uptown Market this coming Saturday 9/12 and SHOP local!  We are open 8am-1pm.

September Product of the month

 

Luxe Foliage 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper (168599)

With Halloween and Christmas fast approaching, don’t forget to spend some time celebrating Cardsgiving—one of our favorite unofficial holidays centered around making and gifting cards. The Luxe Foliage Designer Series Paper is perfect for all your holiday needs and beyond, with shimmering foil and beautifully-designed details perfect for creating glimmering layers or fussy cutting shining images. Whether you’re making cards for a friend or planning a Cardsgiving celebration, this paper is sure to be the star of the show.

The New September-December catalog and Online Exclusives Launch September 1st!  Spend a minimum of $75 and you can purchase this paper for $5!!  

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Baby Card restock......

 Lots of Babies being born this Summer and I needed some NEW Baby cards.  I made 17 and here are a few that will be on the racks at the Independence Uptown Market 8/29.  Come SHOP local Saturday 8-1pm.   I also have NEW Coasters!!

I used lots of Bright colors and love embossing the Background so the look like little Quilts!

This set was on the Last chance list and I snagged one before it was gone!  Love this Rattle Die and the Hanger.

This sentiment is one of my Favorites and this Retired Stamp set will always be on my Shelf!

We have Girls and Boys and Neutral for when the Gender has not been revealed!

A nearby vendor makes Stuffed Elephants and I always try to have some Elephants in the Baby Cards!