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 Welcome to the Luv 2 Stamp Group’s 2023 Blog Hop! We are excited to share projects with you again for the third year. This year we are shaking things up and bringing you all new monthly themes to inspire your next project! Once you are done with each post, scroll down to the bottom and you will see a list of Blog Hop participants, you can click on their name to go to their post, or you can click the next button to go to the next post in line. Happy crafting! This month’s theme is 3D Sweet Treats.  My treat is not so sweet, it's more salty but it'll be a great treat for your friends who have more of a salty tooth rather than a sweet tooth. I CASEd this project from the catalogue. I could not resist creating this cute nutty gift.
Materials Used: |
 Step 1: Stamp & die cut sentiment. |  Step 2: Stamp envelope and add DSP on flap. |  Step 3: Add DSP pieces to card front. |
 Step 4: Add decorative layer. |  Step 5: Adhere card front to card base. |  Step 6: Layer pieces on back of sentiment. |
 Step 7: Add liquid glue to edges and dimensionals in the middle of the sentiment piece. |  Step 8: Attach label and add embellishments. |  Step 9: Attach insert and decor pieces on inside of card. |
Are you a crafter that needs cute packaging for other things you make? That's exactly what I needed to design. I have a craft fair coming up and I have started making bracelets to sell. I didn't want to just have a bracelet in a bag, so I decided to create a cute package that can be gifted right away. I wanted a package that was cute but simple because I am going to making hundreds of these! If you would like to purchase supplies to make this project, click here.
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Santa's Delivery, All That Dies
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Real Red
Specialty Paper/DSP: Sweetest Christmas
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels, 2022-2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack
Other: Clear Envelope
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Real Red
Specialty Paper/DSP: Sweetest Christmas
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels, 2022-2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack
Other: Clear Envelope
 Step 1: Heat emboss your sentiment on a Real Red label. |  Step 2: Attach DSP to one side of the card stock piece. |
 Step 3: Adhere cardstock around the bottom of the clear envelope. I like to leave the opening at the bottom so that the packaging can be reused. |  Step 4. Adhere label with dimensionals, add Baker's Twine tied in a bow. |
 Step 5: Add embellishments. |  Step 6: Add your bracelet or other goodie in the bag. |
Are you ready for the holidays? Here is a cute card for the holiday season with a faux wrap around ribbon. I saw projects on Pinterest that had this cute wrap around ribbon but when I tried it, the ribbon just kept bulging and didn't look right. I finally decided to try to fake it by splitting the ribbon in two. It worked! Check the steps below to see how I faked this wrap around ribbon. If you would like to purchase supplies to make this card, click here.
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Stamps/Dies: Sweet Candy Canes
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic White
Specialty Paper/DSP: Sweetest Christmas
Ribbon: Real Red & Garden Green Ribbon
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic White
Specialty Paper/DSP: Sweetest Christmas
Ribbon: Real Red & Garden Green Ribbon
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels
Measurements:
1. Basic White Rectangle (7”x5” scored at 3-½”)
2. DSP Rectangle (2-⅞”x 1”)
3. Garden Green Ribbon (12”)
4. Real Red Rectangle (4-¾”x3-¼”)
5. Real Red Rectangle (4-¾”x3-¼”)
6. Basic White Rectangle (3-⅜”x1-⅝”)
7. Real Red Rectangle (1-½”x3-¼”)
8. DSP Rectangle- (5-¼”x2”)
9. Basic White Envelope (5-⅛”x3-⅝”)
10. DSP Rectangle (4-½”x3”)
2. DSP Rectangle (2-⅞”x 1”)
3. Garden Green Ribbon (12”)
4. Real Red Rectangle (4-¾”x3-¼”)
5. Real Red Rectangle (4-¾”x3-¼”)
6. Basic White Rectangle (3-⅜”x1-⅝”)
7. Real Red Rectangle (1-½”x3-¼”)
8. DSP Rectangle- (5-¼”x2”)
9. Basic White Envelope (5-⅛”x3-⅝”)
10. DSP Rectangle (4-½”x3”)
 Step 1: Adhere sentiment piece to basic white rectangle. |  Step 2: Attach one piece of ribbon ~2inches to the left top corner. |
 Step 3: Tie a bow with the remaining piece of ribbon, adhere with glue dot, and trim tails. |  Step 4: Attach card front to card base. |
 Step 5: Attach DSP to card front. |  Step 6: Attach sentiment with dimensionals. |
 Step 7: Attach card stock and decor piece inside card. |  Step 8: Stamp sentiment in bottom left corner of envelope, attach DSP to envelope flap and trim. |
Video Tutorial
Before I arrived in Anaheim, I had to work hard to get my swaps ready. I am a major procrastinator, it's the only way I am hyper productive. 🤷🏻♀️ I've been this way my entire life. In high school, I used to do my homework in the car on the way to school. I still graduated with a 4.2, so I guess it worked! Anyway, I was able to finish 50 swaps in 2 days but was not able to put them in clear envelopes before I left. I didn't want to work on them when I was in Anaheim, so I decided to work on them at the ABQ Sunport and the Denver Airport while I waited for my flights. Thankfully my bestie also had work to do so we both worked to be able to enjoy our trip once we arrived. I've already blogged this project, if you would like more info on the card, click here.
Here is a cute Reel I created for IG. I am trying to do better at creating and posting more reels on my business IG (@dinodanielledesigns) and my personal IG (@adventureismagical). I think they are so fun but they definitely take time and energy. I am working on balancing taking photos/videos on my phone, GoPro, and Canon to use on all social media platforms. I think I need a camera man. ;)
| | The Stampin' Up! OnStage 2022 event was hosted at the Anaheim Convention Center. This is the most gorgeous Convention Center I have ever been to. I was worried I wouldn't find the room right away so I did go quite early to give myself some time if needed. As soon as I arrived, I was greeted with a palm tree walkway, so amazing! I could just hangout outside for hours! I was impressed with the placement of signage and how easy it was to find the room. |
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When we arrived, there were check-in tables split by last name.
Not only have I been able to find other people that like crafting, but I have also found friendship! I visited San Francisco back in September and got to meet some women from our stamp group for the first time. They joined me in a birthday breakfast and I got to spend the weekend exploring the city with Kurstan. Anaheim was my second time visiting these ladies and it's just so crazy how close you can get to people that you don't see each day. Technology has definitely helped in that area! We are always messaging, seeing each other's posts, and crafting with each other so it feels like we hangout more than we do. So happy to have been able to spend some in-person time with them at OnStage! Thank you Stampin' Up! for creating this crafty community!
 I was a bit nervous and running late the morning of the event so I didn't have time to eat breakfast. I grabbed the most expensive pop tart of my life ($4) 😬 and enjoyed a "college" breakfast once I got settled. |  When we checked in, we were handed a box and an envelope. The envelope had our name badge as well as our ribbons for achievements. The box had our free products, logo merch, pins and lanyard. |  I was a little disappointed in our lunch. I like going to banquet style events because you usually get a really delicious warm meal, but we just got a boxed lunch. The lunch was good, but I'm not a huge sandwich person. |
The picture above is the first time we got a prize patrol that was for everyone! It was so much fun to get up, dance, and get free stuff! Who doesn't like free?
| | One of the best parts of the event was getting a sneak peek at new products. They had these pillars with new products and after stamping presentations there would be samples placed on the boards to showcase what the products could do. I wish they could do this with ALL the products. It would be so fun to see everything in the catalog in-person all at one time. I know that is a bit excessive, but it would still be really cool to experience! |
Congrats again to our Luv 2 Stamp Group's fearless leader, Patty Bennett! She got to stand on stage to celebrate her sales accomplishments! She works so hard and does so much for her team members and customers! I am so proud to be on her team!
Here are all the goodies I brought back from OnStage! Click the video below to see a closer look at each individual item.
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The best part of OnStage being in Anaheim was of course Disneyland! I had not been to Disneyland since I was about 7 or 8. If you would like to read more about my Disneyland adventures, click here to follow my adventures of my travel blog.
Sometimes you come across a DSP that completely speaks for itself. This paper is absolutely gorgeous and does not need much added to it. I decided on creating a simple stamping project. I stamped the sentiment in the top right corner and used white embossing powder since it was a dark background. The toughest decision was which card base color to use. If you would like to purchase supplies to make this card, click here.
 The first step is to heat emboss the sentiment in the top right corner. |  Next, layer it on a card base using Stampin' Seal or dimensionals. |
 Add a leftover piece of DSP on the insert. |  Lastly, add embellishments. |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Artistically Inked
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Basic White, Tuxedo Black Memento
Specialty Paper/DSP: Rustic Harvest
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Classic Matte Dots
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Basic White, Tuxedo Black Memento
Specialty Paper/DSP: Rustic Harvest
Embellishments: White Embossing Powder, Classic Matte Dots
Welcome to the Luv 2 Stamp Group’s 2022 Blog Hop! We are excited to share projects with you again this year. We hope to inspire you to create beautiful new projects. Each month we will have a different theme based on the next month’s celebrations using Stampin’ Up! products.
Once you are done with each post, scroll down to the bottom and you will see a list of Blog Hop participants, you can click on their name to go to their post, or you can click the next button to go to the next post in line. Happy crafting! This month’s theme is Christmas.
Once you are done with each post, scroll down to the bottom and you will see a list of Blog Hop participants, you can click on their name to go to their post, or you can click the next button to go to the next post in line. Happy crafting! This month’s theme is Christmas.
Candy canes are a staple of Christmas. They are so inexpensive, delicious, and versatile. When I saw the Sweet Candy Canes Bundle, I knew I had to have it. The DSP works perfectly with the dies to cut out cute candy canes. The set also comes with dies to create a simple tag to put on a real candy cane. This bundle will work great for a whole gift package for someone special in your life.
Materials Used:
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Stamps/Dies: Sweet Candy Canes Bundle, All That Dies
Ink: Real Red
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic White
DSP: Sweetest Christmas, Real Red & White Glimmer Paper
Ribbon: White Glittered Organdy Ribbon
Ink: Real Red
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic White
DSP: Sweetest Christmas, Real Red & White Glimmer Paper
Ribbon: White Glittered Organdy Ribbon
Measurements:
Real Red Rectangle (5-½”x 8-½” scored at 4-¼”)
Basic White Rectangle (5-⅜”x4-⅛”)
Basic White Rectangle (5-¼”x4”)
Basic White Label die cut
Real Red Glimmer Label die cut
DSP Rectangle (2”x4”)
DSP Rectangle (¾”x3-⅞”)
Real Red Rectangle (4”x1-½”)
Real Red Rectangle (4-⅛”x11/16”)
White Ribbon (24”)
DSP Rectangle (3-¾”x3”) cut into 3 pieces (1-¼”x3”)
Candy Cane die cut from DSP
DSP Rectangle (5-¾”x2-¼”)
Real Red Rectangle (5-½”x 8-½” scored at 4-¼”)
Basic White Rectangle (5-⅜”x4-⅛”)
Basic White Rectangle (5-¼”x4”)
Basic White Label die cut
Real Red Glimmer Label die cut
DSP Rectangle (2”x4”)
DSP Rectangle (¾”x3-⅞”)
Real Red Rectangle (4”x1-½”)
Real Red Rectangle (4-⅛”x11/16”)
White Ribbon (24”)
DSP Rectangle (3-¾”x3”) cut into 3 pieces (1-¼”x3”)
Candy Cane die cut from DSP
DSP Rectangle (5-¾”x2-¼”)
 Step 1: Cut the white piece of DSP into 3 pieces, each measuring 1-1/4". Adhere the 3 white pieces and the red piece. |  Step 2: Adhere the real red cardstock across the middle of the card. |  Step 3: Tie the ribbon around the entire card front with the bow on the left or right depending on which candy cane you are using. |
 Step 4: Stamp the sentiment on the label and the bottom left corner of the envelope. |  Step 5: Cut the glimmer die in half and adhere the label to the front with each half sticking out to create an outline. |  Step 6: Adhere the label to the card front using dimensionals. |
 Step 7: Adhere the candy cane using dimensionals. |  Step 8: Adhere the card front to the base using Stampin' Seal or Liquid Glue. |  Step 9: Adhere DSP to envelope flap and cut excess. |
Video Tutorial
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With Thanksgiving upon us, I wanted to make another card you could gift to friends or family. This card uses autumn colors and features two warm beverages in the center. You could change it up by adding a pocket on the inside for a gift card. I paired the Warm Welcome Bundle with Perfect Plants Dies and Forever Flourishing Dies to create a really warm/decorated feel. If you would like to purchase supplies to make this card, click here.
 I started off by sketching. This is the first time using this cute notebook I got at OnStage. It's perfect for sketching card designs! |  I embossed the background and added Cajun Craze using a blending brush to add dark spots to the wall. |  I then added a small strip of Gray Granite to the bottom of the card. I also added Gray Granite ink using a blending brush. |
 I am not a huge fan of white outlines, so I colored the white to match the background using a Blends marker. |  I then used dimensionals to add the welcome mat as well as the door. |  I layered the planters on the right side with liquid glue and dimensionals. |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Warm Welcome Bundle, Perfect Plants Dies, Forever Flourishing Dies
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Gray Granite
Cardstock: Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Basic White, Crushed Curry, Gray Granite, Old Olive, Evening Evergreen
Specialty Paper/DSP: Brushed Metallic, Gingham Cottage
Blends: Early Espresso (D/L), Old Olive (D/L), Cherry Cobbler (D), Pumpkin Pie (D), Pool Party (D), Soft Suede (L)
Embellishments: Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots (not pictured-door handle)
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Gray Granite
Cardstock: Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Basic White, Crushed Curry, Gray Granite, Old Olive, Evening Evergreen
Specialty Paper/DSP: Brushed Metallic, Gingham Cottage
Blends: Early Espresso (D/L), Old Olive (D/L), Cherry Cobbler (D), Pumpkin Pie (D), Pool Party (D), Soft Suede (L)
Embellishments: Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots (not pictured-door handle)
Who loves sweater weather? I do! Fall is my favorite fashion season. I love sweaters, and I love boots, and I love beanies, and I love scarves! I just love the crisp air of autumn! This stamp set was absolutely adorable! I was so excited to purchase it and begin crafting with it. I decided to go with fall colors and the black and white leaf print DSP from the Rustic Harvest DSP pack. If you would like to purchase supplies to make this card, click here.
 I started designing this card by coloring the sweaters with different fall colors. It's funny because I actually have a sweater in each of these colors. :) |  I tried designing this card with just the black and white leaves. I thought it would make the sweaters pop, but it looked too bland so I opted to color them instead of leaving them white. |
 I wasn't sure if I was going to color all the leaves, but I think it looks better and more finished with all of them in color. |  I layered the DSP on a piece of Pumpkin Pie cardstock. This would look really good layered on any matching cardstock as well. |
 I then layered that piece on an Early Espresso card base. I almost placed it on a black base, but thought it would look too Halloween-ie. |  I added a few 3D leaf embellishments to add another layer. I love how the bronze leaf looks. |
 I then added only two of the sweaters on the card front. I really like to have the focal point over on the bottom right. |  Lastly, I added the cute sentiment, "Time for a Card-Again!" I love puns, they are so fun and sweet. |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Forever Friendship Stamp Set, Forever Flourishing Dies
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Basic White, Very Vanilla, Evening Evergreen
Specialty Paper/DSP: Rustic Harvest, Brushed Metallic
Blends: Pumpkin Pie (L/D), Cherry Cobbler (L/D), Cajun Craze (L/D), Old Olive (L/D), Evening Evergreen (L/D), Daffodil Delight (L/D)
Embellishments: Adhesive Backed, Seasonal Sequins
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Basic White, Very Vanilla, Evening Evergreen
Specialty Paper/DSP: Rustic Harvest, Brushed Metallic
Blends: Pumpkin Pie (L/D), Cherry Cobbler (L/D), Cajun Craze (L/D), Old Olive (L/D), Evening Evergreen (L/D), Daffodil Delight (L/D)
Embellishments: Adhesive Backed, Seasonal Sequins
If you couldn't already tell, I love the Breaking News Stamp Set. I have used it for a Graduation Card, a Christmas Card, and now a Welcome Baby card. I think this one turned out so adorable! I love the little shoes on this stamp from the Warm Welcome Stamp Set. I did want to include baby items behind it but didn't have another baby set, so when I do order one I will add those behind it. I decided to use two different colors of ink on the edges to really make the newspaper pop! If you would like to purchase supplies to make this card, click here.
 I started with Fresh Freesia on the edges and I did have to use the newspaper to make sure I did not add too much color on the edges. |  I then added Gorgeous Grape to give it a vignette look. It really makes the newspaper pop-off the card. |  I of course couldn't leave it black and white, so I added some color using blends. You can use any combo of colors you'd like. |
 I popped the newspaper up with dimensionals and attached the card front to the base using Stampin' Seal. |  I added the adhesive-backed stars. I think these really help to catch your attention. |  I didn't want the inside to be plain, so I mimicked the vignette on the inside cardstock as well. |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Breaking News, Warm Welcome
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink, Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape
Cardstock: Fresh Freesia, Basic White
Blends: Varies
Embellishments: Adhesive-Backed Stars
Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Ink, Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape
Cardstock: Fresh Freesia, Basic White
Blends: Varies
Embellishments: Adhesive-Backed Stars
About Me
Hello, my name is Danielle D. Diaz and I am an Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator in New Mexico. I look forward to creating with you using my favorite products from Stampin' Up!
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