Inky Bee Stampers

This card was created using the adorable Construction Zone Stamp Set, Nested Essentials Dies, and Neutrals 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper. When our sons were little, they were fascinated by construction vehicles…big and small and so I think any little boy would just love receiving this birthday card! Oh, and the Nested Essentials Dies, are a must have!

I started by adhering a piece of the Neutrals Designer Series Paper to the front of a Pumpkin Pie card base. Using the Nested Essentials Dies, I cut out a large banner shape in Pumpkin Pie and adhered the banner to the top center of the card front. The banner helps in breaking up all of the gray on the background and provides some interest. I also die cut 2 small and 1 large, rounded rectangle from Basic White cardstock. On the large rectangle I stamped the image of the cement mixer in Tuxedo Black Memento ink and used Pumpkin Pie, Smoky Slate and Pool Party Stampin’ Blends to color in the image. This rectangle was then adhered to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals and was positioned to the left, over top of the banner.

On one of the small die cut rectangles, I stamped the image of the man and colored him in using Pumpkin Pie and Pool Party Stampin’ Blends. This rectangle was adhered to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals and was placed onto the lower left of the card. The last die cut rectangle was reserved for the sentiment label and I stamped the caution tape image in Daffodil Delight ink and then stamped the sentiment over top of this in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. I adhered a short length of the black and white Gingham Ribbon over the lower right of the card front and adhered the sentiment label over top using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I stamped an additional sentiment onto the inside panel then stamped the forklift, gift and caution cone on the bottom of the panel – all in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. I stuck with the same color theme for these images and used Pumpkin Pie and Pool Party Stampin’ Blends to color in.

The crane was stamped onto the envelope front and colored with Stampin’ Blends. I added a piece of coordinating designer series paper to the envelope flap and trimmed the excess paper away from the flap. Multiple Classic Matte Dots in black were added to the card front to complete the card.

I had fun creating this card! It takes me back to when my boys were small! If you would like to recreate this card, you can download, save and print the pdf tutorial for this card by clicking on the image below.

It is Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

You may have collected one or more Bonus Days coupons during the month of July. It is now time to redeem those coupons during the month of August! Redeem your coupons in the Online Store from now through August 31, 2023.

If you placed an order through the Online Store during the month of July, then you received a $5 coupon for every $50 you spent. You will have received the coupon codes via email. If you don’t see your coupon code emails, then check your spam folder. Here are the details:

Redemption Period: 1–31 August 2023

Ordering Deadlines – Phone: 31 August 2023 at 6:59 p.m. (MT); Online: 31 August 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

• There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
• Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
• Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
• New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

Be sure to redeem those Coupon Codes! Ready to shop now? Click on the image below to go to the Online Store.

Kits Sale Starts Today! Save Up to 30% Off!

You can save up to 30% on amazing kits from the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! during the month of August! The Kits Collection contains a wide variety of options too! Here are the details:

• Sales Period: 1–31 August
• Ordering Deadlines – By Phone: 31 August 2023 at 6:59 p.m. (MT) or Online: 31 August 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)
• The sale only applies to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! (it does not include Paper Pumpkin kits).
• All order types qualify for this promotion.
• There is no limit to how many kits may be purchased.
• The kits will be up to 30% off as indicated on the website.
• No discount code necessary—the discount will be applied automatically.

If you are a new crafter or a really busy crafter, kits are an excellent option. Everything you need to complete the kit is included!

View the flyer for the Kits Sale promotion by clicking here.

August Paper Pumpkin Kit – Meaningful Flowers

Discover messages of friendship and loyalty in the flowers from the August Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit includes 8 cards, 4 each of 2 designs, and 8 coordinating envelopes. The kit is special because of the way it uses the meaning of flowers. On each card, you’ll find a small inscription of what the flowers represent. As you craft with the included vellum and watercolor paper pieces, you’ll know you’re sending a message of encouragement and loyalty to your recipients. 

To receive the Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin Kit you must subscribe no later than August 10, 2023!

Here is what the kit includes:

• 8 cards; 4 each of 2 designs
• 8 coordinating envelopes
• 1 photopolymer stamp set
• 1 Pretty Peacock Ink Spot
• Linen thread
• Vellum and precut paper pieces
• FREE Distinktive stamp set
• Adhesives
• Final card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
• Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Bubble Bath, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Misty Moonlight, Orchid Oasis, Pretty Peacock, Tahitian Tide

To view the Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin Kit flyer, click here.

Paper Pumpkin kits are such a great option. All materials are included in each kit along with instructions on how to assemble the projects. The kits are a great option if you are a new paper crafter or if you just want to dive in and start creating! Plus, you can pause and restart your subscription at any time. Paper Pumpkin kits are also fantastic if you’re travelling as everything is included in one box…just grab and go!

Ready to subscribe? Click on the photo below to start your subscription to Paper Pumpkin!

Join Me for My August Craft & Chat!

Would you like to have some dedicated time to work on your latest card or scrapbooking project? Would you like to gather remotely with fellow crafters to work on projects, chit chat, ask crafting questions, share a technique with the group, and generally have fun? If your answer is “yes” to any of these questions, then these Craft & Chat sessions are for you!

Join me for my next Craft & Chat on August 9th! Email me at inkybeestampers@gmail.com if you would like to join in and I’ll send you the Zoom video link! I’d love to see your smiling face!

My Craft & Chat sessions are held the second Wednesday of every month beginning at 7 pm Eastern and will last about an hour. Email me at inkybeestampers@gmail.com if you’re interested in participating!

August Host Code

Did you know that you can purchase supplies from me to make your own beautiful creations? And if you use my current Host Code, you will receive a free gift from me valued at $8 when you place an order of $25 or more (before shipping and tax). Use my August Host Code – D9JFXU4E.

I offer other Customer Rewards programs, too! To learn more about Inky Bee Stamper’s customer rewards programs, visit my Customer Rewards page here.

Products used to create today’s card are included below along with a link to each item that will take you to my online store.