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 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. ;)
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!
 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?
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.
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.
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 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.
Materials Needed: |
 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. |
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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
When I first started out with this card, I had a fall/autumn card in mind, but it ended up being more of a Christmas card. I definitely think it could be a fall card, but I did not have the right sentiments/decor to fully embrace the fall vibes! I want to try this card with blue next to mimic snow in the background. This card was all about change! I originally planned to have the card base be very vanilla with the very vanilla card front, but it blended in too much and didn't look right. I quickly changed the card base to match the ribbon. If you would like to purchase products used in this project, click here.
 I started off by creating a frame with washi tape. You can make this thiner or thicker depending on the type of look you are going for. |  I used a blending brush to add color, water drops to remove color, and then stamped dots to create more texture. |  I then carefully took the tape off to reveal the faux frame! Be careful on this step! If you wait too long the tape will rip the card stock. |
 Once you take off the tape completely, this is what it'll look like. I think it's gorgeous just like this, but I couldn't stop there. |  Next, I added a ribbon around the bottom of the card front and tied it into a bow. |  I added the sentiment on the bottom right using dimensionals and added embellishments. |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Santa's Delivery, Design A Treat
Ink: Crushed Curry
Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Evening Evergreen
Ribbon: Evening Evergreen Windowpane Check Ribbon
Embellishments: Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots
Ink: Crushed Curry
Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Evening Evergreen
Ribbon: Evening Evergreen Windowpane Check Ribbon
Embellishments: Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots
I have some tea to spill, I bought this set a long time ago. I'm pretty sure I ordered it during the preorder and I had not used it! I get so excited and order all these sets and they become decor. Anyone else guilty of doing the same thing? I'm working on using every single item I purchase. I am getting better at it, but still not quite at my goal. It's going to start getting a lot harder to do too because I'm going to try really hard to earn the Mexico Incentive trip! Eep! We all start somewhere, right? If you would like to purchase any items to create this card, click here.
 I started this card with a sketch. As I said in other posts, sketching has helped me make a little less mess and waste less materials. I have a guide and I don't have to get as many materials down from shelves. |  I decided to stamp straight onto DSP instead of a plain piece of card stock. I tried the card stock and it just was too plain. I thought this yellow DSP sheet looked like a tablecloth, so it worked well as the tea background. |  I needed a tea bag from the DSP but didn't want to use part of the whole sheet. I decided to just die cut one right out of the card front and just cover it up. If you check the next picture, you can't even tell it is missing. |
 I originally wanted to use just one tea cup but knew it would look way too empty so I decided to stack the cups. |  I then added lemon slices as embellishments around the cups because you of course need lemon in your tea! |  Lastly, I decided to create a gift card pocket on the inside of the card. Now you can use this to gift a Starbucks gift card or another vendor that also sells tea! |
Materials Needed:
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Stamps/Dies: Cup of Tea Bundle
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Crushed Curry
Cardstock: Crushed Curry, Basic White
DSP: Rustic Harvest, Gingham Cottage
Embellishments: Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins
Ink: Tuxedo Black, Crushed Curry
Cardstock: Crushed Curry, Basic White
DSP: Rustic Harvest, Gingham Cottage
Embellishments: Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins
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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