My first thought when I saw the Wonderful World bundle in the Sale a Bration catalog was "I don't need another flower set"...but I still got it.  And, once I started using it I couldn't stop!  Check out all of these ideas.

I know fussy cutting is not for everyone but sometimes it really is worth it! Check out how nicely this flower stands out on the card.  I added a few of the Adhesive Backed Sequins for some bling.   

This is a design I use over and over! It's an easy one to replicate and it always shows off our gorgeous papers. 

Here's a slightly different option. 

I did a little of everything on this one. Fussy cutting, embossed background, multi layers, bling...
​I love how it turned out! 

For this one I used one of the stamps in the bundle.  This card was one of my make and takes at my Open House last weekend.  

Another card using the stamp.  It's a quick design that really shows off more of the papers.  

This group of cards are thank you notes for my customers this month.  Again, same layout as above, but I particularly liked how the flowers could be cut with the punch to look like postage stamps. 

Don't forget you can earn this bundle for FREE with a $100 order through the end of August.  Current Host Code is KZ9VYDQS. 

Saturday was my Open House for the new July - December mini catalog and the new Sale a Bration items.  I have been playing with a lot of new product to create samples to share.

One of the stamp sets I was drawn to right away was the All Bundled Up set. These little critters are so cute! I love an image that is perfect for coloring with my Blends and this moose did not disappoint.  

The other new product I'm really enjoying is the Host only Designer Series Paper pack Celebrate Everything.  This pack of paper contains 48 sheets and is only available on orders over $150 which qualifies for Host rewards.  Let's talk if you'd like to earn this paper for FREE along with Sale a bration items! 

Be sure to hop along with us on our Monday Montage blog hop.  Click next to see what Wendy has in store and back to see Elizabeth's project!  We are always glad to have you join us. 
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The cheese and bread images did not speak to me with this kit but I was pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to create alternatives when I sat down to work with it!

I didn't want to use the  panel with the pink blanket type image in the middle so I cut around it and loved how it created the pieces that lined up nicely in the corners. 

Cutting this card in two pieces allowed me to get even more use out of it. I typically cut the front and back pieces to 4 x 5 1/4 and then layer on cardstock. 

The Brushed Brass Butterflies were the perfect accent to add. 

Don't forget about cutting apart the envelopes to use the inside design. 

Cutting this card front in four pieces created a different look.  Very simple! 

I love how this one turned out! I used Calypso Coral as the additional color for this monochromatic look.  

Which is your favorite?

Thanks for joining us for another Monday Montage Blog hop on this holiday.  I hope you are able to spend some time with friends and family this weekend.

I'm so excited for the launch of the new July-December mini catalog and Sale a Bration. So many great new products to play with! I can't get enough of the Splendid Day Suite and the coordinating Pool Party and Sea Foam Cards and Envelopes that you can earn for free during Sale a Bration.  Pairing these card bases with the suite lets you create beautiful cards quickly. 

I created a whole stack of cards after die cutting a few pieces and then getting busy crafting! 

I love the texture created using all the die cut elements.  Plus I had to add a little bling. 

Some of these cards are truly simple.   A card base, a piece of Designer Series Paper and a few die cuts...that's it!

I stamped the images onto Designer Series Paper and then die cut them out. 

Layering your die cuts is an easy way to create a card with a lot of dimension. 

This one might be the most simple of all but the paper is so pretty that it really stands out. All of the papers have a foil side. 

This one was inspired by the Stampin' Up! catalog samples. 

Another very simple layout featuring some of the coordinating Designer Series Paper.  I also stamped on the sentiment die cut with one of the stamps to give it more dimension. 

Be sure to hop along to check out Julie's work or back to see Elizabeth's! 

These little piggies are so cute! I had fun playing around creating cards with them.  

This first one even used up a scrap of Happy Forest Friends Designer Series Paper I had on my desk.  I love when that works out.  A little coloring with my Blends and this piggy is in her happy place! 

This one was an experiment.  With my Blends I added pink on top of the grey and at first I wasn't sure what I thought of it but it really looks like a dirty pig! 

I paper pieced the balloon for some added color. If you are a fan of animal sets this one needs to be in your collection.  

I hosted another Stampin' Game night last week and these are the cards we made. A few people joined over Zoom so the projects had to be ones that could be completed with stamps they had at home (no stamped images allowed in class packets per company policy). 

As you can see, the new Decorative Circle punch is amazing! Use it as a focal point, a backdrop or to stamp a sentiment on. You can't go wrong. This first card also features the Happy Forest Friends paper. 

The Sweetest Cherries Bundle was one of the game round prizes so I had to use it on one of the cards! This card could be used for so many occasions and I loved using the bright new In Colors. 

This card is our fun fold from the evening.  The middle section opens up to reveal your message. 

The Lasting Label punch is another one you need for your collection.  I paired it with the Design a Daydream Host Designer Series Paper Pack.  The patterns and colors are awesome in this huge (48 sheets) paper pack.

Also, make sure you don't overlook the Limited Edition stamp set.  Not only is it just what you need to meet the Angel Policy (if you sell your handmade cards that feature SU! products) but the great sayings like this one are a must for your collection! 

The final card used the beautiful Abigail Rose Designer Series Paper paired with the Uniquely Artistic stamp set. 

The new Solid Faceted Gems are my current favorite embellishment. Everyone who attended received a pack as their attendance prize. 

Which project is your favorite?  They are all different for sure! 

It's time for another Monday Montage.  I have to admit summer isn't even officially here but I feel like it's flying by.  The boys are out of school but one started his job and the other is off to camp so we are busy again. 

I'm still having fun playing with new products from the Annual Catalog. The Cottage Rose bundle is a favorite but one I've only used a couple of times so far. 

I always like the look of using colored pencils on colored card stock.  Here I stamped in Memento Black on Sahara Sand and colored with a white and Old Olive colored pencils. I cut out a number of die cuts on white, vellum and Old Olive card stock and tucked them behind my focal point.   

Don't miss the Stylish Shapes dies as well. I use them all the time! Add a big white twine bow and some rhinestones and it's complete. 

Be sure to click next to head to Julie post and back for Elizabeth's! 

Welcome back to another Monday Montage.  This week is the last week of school for my kids so I'm trying to get as much work done as possible so I can have some fun time with them before work and camps start up.

My projects this week all feature the Today is the Day Memories and More card pack. I love working with these packs because it makes it so quick and easy to make a stack of cards.  I start by grabbing matching card stock and then I see what I can create using the cards.  I often cut the 4 x 6 cards in half but also will trim them to 4 x 5 1/4 to use as a mat. 

For this first one I added a sticker to the middle of the phone and then mounted it on a base of matching strips of card stock.  I used  Gray Granite, Calypso Coral, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight and Mint Macaron.  It's a great color combo!

This one used all the leftover pieces from trimming the 4 x 6 cards down.  A great way to use up my scraps. 

On this card I used two 3 x4 cards turning one vertical and one horizontal. 

Layering these pieces looked a little like a polaroid to me. Some quick stamping on the base in Daffodil ink on Daffodil card stock creates texture for the background. I'm also loving the new Glossy Dots for adding bling to my cards.  Pictures don't do these gems justice! 

Be sure to click next to check out what Julie has created this week or back to see Elizabeth's project! Thanks for joining us. 

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In Color Ink Pad Collection
In Color Cardstock Collection
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Happy Monday! I'm excited to be participating in another Monday Montage Blog Hop with these talented ladies.  I'm also excited to show off new product from the recently released Annual Catalog.  SO many amazing items.  

Today I'm going to share a few cards I made with the Hues of Happiness Suite.  You can find it on pages 108 and 109 in the new catalog. When I first got the paper I started fussy cutting the flowers and then realized that most of the images had dies to match! SO much better than cutting them all by hand. 

Another new item I am in love with is the Stylish Shapes dies. I've already been using them a lot! This card really came together in a flash. 

The Glossy Dots are a perfect embellishment for this suite.  You can never have too much bling...right??

Adding a little Crinkled Seam Binding ribbon is a perfect little touch for this card. 

You really can let the Designer Series Paper do the work on these designs.  They come together so fast. All of the background pieces are cut to 4 x 5 1/4. This is my go to way of cutting 12 x 12 down for cards. 

Three cards all using the same basic layout but changed up just a little each time! 

Click next to check out Julie's creativity or back to see what wonderful creations Elizabeth has to share.