Greetings!
Here it is, Week 3 (already!) of the 12 Weeks of Christmas from Sara Jane's Studio. Each week until December 25, subscribers to my newsletter will receive the basic instructions for making a special card, small gift, or other handcrafted item for the holidays.
With each newsletter will also be the opportunity to purchase a full kit for making the project. Alternatively, you have the option of purchasing pieces of each kit, if, for example, you already have the stamp set, and only want to purchase the supplies and pre-cut cardstock. AND, if you have good intentions, but there simply are not enough hours in the day, you'll also have the choice to buy the finished product.
This week's project is another card called: "'Tis the Season". It uses a very sweet stamp set called "Punch Pals". This set, as the name implies, was designed to work with many of the different decorative paper punches available from Stampin' Up!. Check it out, and enjoy!
PS If you'd still like to purchase the projects from Weeks 1 and 2, scroll down to the bottom of this newsletter for the links! |
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'Tis the Season Instructions
This card was designed by Stampin' Up! for the recent "World Card Making Day" celebration. I love the clean lines, and the use of classic red with a less traditional green. The ribbon embellishment is an added plus! It's quick and easy to make- I love that aspect of it, too! [One disclaimer: the card itself is a lovely shade of deep green called "Always Artichoke". The reproduction does not do the color justice!]
The stamp set is "Punch Pals". These stamps were designed to be used together with many of the decorative paper punchesfrom Stampin' Up!, including the tags and ovals, in addition to the various circle sizes and the scallop punch used in this card. Of course they are great to use all by themselves, too.
Start with 1/2 sheet of Always Artichoke cardstock, folded in half, to make the card itself. Cut a piece of Real Red cardstock 2-1/2" x 3-1/2", and a piece of River Rock cardstock (one of this year's In Colors) 2-1/4" x 3-1/4". Cut a piece of Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon about 13" long. Wrap it twice around the short end of the River Rock card stock, and tie in a square knot (remember: the ends go right over left and over, then left over right and over). The square knot is the most attractive knot, and even better, it stays tied! Trim the ends with a sharp pair of scissors. Attach the River Rock to the Real Red, leaving a 1/8" border of red all around. Attach this to the card, about 5/8" from the top edge, and 3/8" from the sides.
Punch out a scalloped circle from Real Red, and use the 1/16" punch to create a hole in each "petal". Alternatively, you can use an awl, or a large darning needle to make these holes. The punch will give you a cleaner finish, but the other methods work just fine. Mount this using Stampin' Dimensionals to the right of the ribbon on the River Rock.
Stamp the "Tis the Season" image in Always Artichoke Classic Ink on a piece of Very Vanilla cardstock. Punch out this image with the 1-1/4" paper punch. [ NOTE: the best way to do this is to turn the punch over, and insert your stamped image so that you can see it in the punch. That way, you can easily center your image before punching.] Mount this image using Stampin' Dimensionals on the scalloped circle.
Using Real Red Classic Ink, stamp the small snowflake from Punch Pals on River Rock cardstock. Punch it out with the 3/4" paper punch. Using Stampin' Dimentionals, mount the snowflake in the center of the "Tis the Seaon" image.
And, you are done!
To order kits for this project, see below. You can order the full project kit (stamps, supplies, embellishments, and pre-cut cardstock) or you can order partial kits according to your needs. You can also order a set of 10 finished cards if you like! See below for more details on how to order. |
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Order a Kit
Rest assured that when you order kit from me, you are not left high and dry! You can feel free to contact me at any time if you have trouble with your order, or need a reminder on how to use something. I want you to have fun, so I will work hard to guarantee your satisfaction!
You can order the stamp set and any or all supplies by going to my Stampin' Up! website and ordering online. Details are below. You will receive your order directly from Stampin' Up! 7-10 days from when you place it.
Purchase pre-cut cardstock and embellishments directly from Sara Jane's Studio by clicking on the "Add to Cart" button, below.
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Pre-Cut Cardstock & Embellishments Only
Includes enough envelopes, pre-cut cardstock and ribbon for you to complete 10 cards. The kit will include an extra envelope.
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'Tis the Season Complete Project Kit
Order pre-cut cardstock using the "Add to Cart" button, above. Then go to www.SaraMcKenzie.StampinUp.net and click on the SHOP NOW button in the upper right corner. Here is what you will need:
Catalog#
109489 Punch Pals Stamp Set $31.95
103133 Real Red Classic ink pad $5.25
105219 Always Artichoke Classic ink pad $5.25
104430 Stampin' Dimensionals $3.95
104403 1-1/4" circle punch $15.95
107217 3/4" circle punch $10.95
101227 1/16" circle punch $8.95
109043 Scallop circle punch $15.95
Other items you might need:
Catalog #
104152 Paper cutter $24.95
104332 SNAIL adhesive $6.95
104331 SNAIL refill $4.50
Shipping, handling and appropriate sales tax will be added at check-out.. |
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Order a Set of Finished Cards If you love the look of hand-crafted cards, but just don't have the time or inclinication, you can order Magic Snowflake from me. I will take as much care with your cards as if they were my own- and probably more!
Set of 10 Finished cards
Includes 11 envelopes (just in case!)
Cost: $45.00 (tax added at check-out)
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Kits Available from Weeks 1 and 2  Kits are still available for "Merry Frosty", pictured at left, and for the "Magic Snowflake", shown below.
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Forward this Email and Win! Dont' forget to forward this email to a friend to be eligible to win one of three great prizes:
- Rubber stamp(s) valued at $10
- A $10 Gift Certificate for Stampin' Up! products
- Four hand-made cards, ready to sent to your friends.
In order to enter my monthly drawing, simply Forward This E-mail to a friend using the link below. At the end of each month, I'll draw the name of the winner, and you"ll be mentioned in my newsletter.
The September winner was Susanne O of Hopkinton. Thanks to those of you who did not win- please keep trying! You can forward my newsletters as many times as you want. Every month is a new drawing!
The fine print: Your name will be entered once for each time that your forward my email. You must redeem your prize in the next calendar month. ie if you win in September, you must redeem your prize in October. The Gift Certificate can be used with orders totalling $50 or more. | |
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Don't miss my upcoming class to create a calendar for 2008. I'll provide a unique design for each month for you to copy or to make your own! They photocopy well and make great gifts, too!
Cost: $60 includes all materials
3 Sunday afternoons
1:30-5:00 pm
Oct 28- Nov 11
Held at my home in Sherborn
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Sara Jane's Studio Specials!!
50 for $50
Order $50 in Stampin' Up! product from me, and you can pick a number from 1-50. Once all numbers are taken, I'll randomly select the number for the winner of a $50 gift certificate towards Stampin' Up! products.
Referral Rewards
$10 Gift Certificate for any friend who orders
$15 Gift Certificate for any friend who hosts a party or orders $150+
$25 Gift Certificate for any friend who becomes a demonstrator.
FREE
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Shipping on email and phone orders of $35 or more.
Contact me at
508-479-5260
Don't have a catalog? You can view it on line here, pick one up for free at one of my classes, or contact me and I'll drop one in the mail to you for $5 to cover postage. |
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