Inky Bee Stampers

It’s time for Amy’s Inkin’ Krew Team Blog Hop! If you are hopping over from Karen Finkle’s blog, or you are starting off the Hop from my blog today…Welcome! Our theme for the Hop this month is “Halloween Fun”, and we can interpret this any way that we’d like. I know you will see a lot of inspiration from my team members in the Hop today so be sure to use the links at the bottom of this blog post to check them out! This should be a fun one!

If you have followed my blog for any amount of time you know that I love creating scene cards…something that tells a story! This card was created using the fun Playful Ghosts Stamp Set and the Frosted Forest Stamp Set. The night scene on this card shows our little trick-or-treater walking under a big full moon to the next house on the block!

I selected a Fresh Freesia print from the Splendid Autumn 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper pack and I used a Blending Brush to blend Night of Navy ink around the edges – concentrating the color towards the top of the sky. I used the cloud stamp from the Playful Ghosts Stamp Set to stamp several clouds in Night of Navy ink. Using the Frosted Forest Stamp Set, I stamped the tree image on the left of the panel in Tuxedo Black Memento Ink. Stampin’ Blends were used to color in the tree image. I also used a Pebbled Path Stampin’ Blend to draw in a little hill towards the bottom of the panel.

I used a 2″ Circle Punch to punch out a moon from Lemon Lolly cardstock then lightly blended Night of Navy ink around the edges and across the surface. The Trick or Treat sentiment was stamped onto the moon in Tuxedo Black Memento ink, then adhered towards the upper right using Stampin’ Dimensionals. The stamped and colored panel was then adhered to a Peach Pie mat, then adhered to the card front. The Dracula and pumpkins were stamped onto white cardstock then colored with Stampin’ Blends and fussy cut. The Dracula was added to the bottom of the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals and the pumpkins were adhered using a little liquid glue.

On the inside panel, I again stamped and colored the tree and pumpkin images, then stamped the “Happy Halloween” sentiment in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. The panel was adhered to a Peach Pie mat, then adhered to the inside of the card.

I repeated stamping of the pumpkins on the envelope front and stamped the bat image from the Playful Ghosts Stamp Set just above the pumpkins. A piece of coordinating designer series paper was adhered to the envelope flap and I used a pair of paper snips to trim the excess paper away from the flap. I tied a small bow from Large Check Ribbon and adhered the bow to the left of the moon using Mini Glue Dots.

The Playful Ghosts Stamp Set is a stand-alone stamp set and can be found in the Online Exclusives section of the Online Store. So cute! If you would like to recreate this card you can download, save and print the pdf tutorial by clicking on the image below.

Thanks again for stopping by my blog today! It is time to get back to the hop! You can click on the previous button and that will take you to Karen Finkle’s blog or click on the next button to visit Terry Lynn’s blog. Or you can click on any name in the list below to jump to that person’s blog. Enjoy all of the eye candy in today’s hop!

• Christie King
• Mary Deatherage
• Karen Ksenzakovic
• Tara Carpenter
• Akiko Sudano
• Karen Finkle
• Carol Buckalew (You are here!)
• Terry Lynn Bright
• Amy Koenders

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Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions at inkybeestampers@gmail.com. I’m always happy to chat!

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Two New Card Kits Available Now in the Kits Collection!

Two new card kits have been added to the Kits Collection in the Online Store for September – the Card Keeper Kit and the Christmas Ornaments Kit!

Card Keeper Kit

Step up your handmade card collection with our Card Keeper Kit! This kit comes with everything you need to make 10 beautiful all-occasion cards. With a variety of sentiments, you can create an assortment of cards fit for birthdays, saying thanks, and more. And don’t miss the coordinating card container! This cute storage option is the perfect solution for keeping these all-occasion cards organized and ready to go. The Kit includes:

• Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
• Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs, and 1 card container (includes lid)
• Folded card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
• Card container size: Approx. 8-1/4″ x 6-1/4″ x 6″ (21 x 15.9 x 15.2 cm)
• 10 preprinted envelopes
• Enough adhesive to complete projects
• A 9-1/8″ x 6-3/4″ x 1-7/8″ (23.2 x 17.2 x 4.8 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go
• Featured colors: Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Pool Party

Christmas Ornaments Kit

Get into the Christmas spirit with our Christmas Ornaments Kit! This craft kit comes with everything you need to make 9 beautiful Christmas ornaments, including precut paper greenery, pinecones, bright berries, and festive details. Whether you gift it to a friend or keep it for yourself, this kit is the perfect solution for quick and easy Christmas crafting projects. The Kit includes:

• Predesigned projects
• Step-by-step instructions
• Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
• Makes 9 4″ (10.2 cm) & 3″ (7.6 cm) metal ring ornaments: 3 each of 3 designs
• Enough adhesive to complete projects (or use hot glue for easier assembly; hot glue not included.)
• Plastic pinecones and faux berries
• Pre-tied satin bows
• Metallic string
• A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go
• Featured colors: Basic Beige, brown, Cherry Cobbler, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock

Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. Order today!

Click here to view all of the kits available in the Kits Collection!

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The September-December 2024 Mini Catalog is LIVE!

The much-anticipated September-December 2024 Mini Catalog, the “holiday” catalog, is LIVE! This catalog is packed full of holiday goodness that will assist you in your holiday preparations, so I hope you are working on your wish list!

The thing I love most about this catalog is that it offers so many quick & easy options – making crafting easier than ever! I think you are going to love the new offerings!

You can find a digital copy of the new catalog on my “Shop My Stampin’ Up! Store” page by clicking here. However, if you would like to have a paper copy, please reach out to me via email to inkybeestampers@gmail.com and I’ll get one in the mail to you! The new Scrapbooking Brochure will also be posted to my site.

And of course, If you are in need of a demonstrator, I would be honored to be your demonstrator! Feel free to reach out to me anytime!

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New Scrapbooking Products Available Today in the Online Store!

Stampin’ Up! has released a Scrapbooking Brochure filled with new scrapbooking products!  Whether you’re a scrapbooking expert or brand new to the craft, we hope you love making, keeping, and sharing the meaningful moments in your life!

These new scrapbooking products are available to order now. You can click on the image below to see the new products.

This is a digital-only scrapbooking brochure, full of scrapbooking essentials and exciting new products.  So, you won’t find these products in a catalog.  As a companion brochure to the September–December 2024 Mini Catalog, the products inside coordinate with products from the mini catalog (and some online only products, too!).  The Workshop Kits and some new product releases *hint* Two-Tone Cardstock *hint* will add variety and inspiration to your holiday crafts this year!

Products will be available like the current Online Exclusive releases, meaning that some products will be reordered when inventory is low, and others will only be available while supplies last.

To check the status of product availability, visit the online store.

• If a product in this brochure appears on the online store and is orderable, then it’s available at that time.
• If a product in this brochure appears on the online store with a label “currently unavailable,” then it’s currently out of stock but will be restocked and will be available to order again after we have received additional inventory.
• If a product in this brochure doesn’t appear on the online store, then it’s no longer available in that market and will not be restocked. In this case, the product in that market is discontinued.

Be sure to order early to ensure the best selection!

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September Paper Pumpkin Kit – Autumn Abundance

The September Paper Pumpkin Kit, Autumn Abundance, is all about beautiful fall! The kit contains some whimsical fall-themed paper cutouts, and the kit will make a total of nine cards. If you would like to receive the Autumn Abundance Paper Pumpkin Kit you will need to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin no later than September 10.

Here are the Kit details:

• Makes 9 cards, 3 each of 3 designs
• Project includes printed cards and coordinating envelopes
• Laser cut card fronts, ephemera pack, and embellishments
• Coordinating colors: Cajun Craze (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Crushed Curry, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla, Wild Wheat

Paper Pumpkin Kits come with everything you need to complete the project! Once you become a Paper Pumpkin subscriber you will also be able to purchase the Add On to take your kits to the next level! Click here to view the promotional flyer and information on the Add On for this kit.

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September Host Code

Use my current Host Code and receive a free gift from me valued at $8 when you place an order of $35 or more (before shipping and tax). If you place an order greater than $150, do not use the Host Code as you will be eligible for Stampin’ Rewards (but you will still receive the free gift from me!). Use my September Host Code – Q42VZ44M.

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Below is a list of products used to create today’s card. Links for each item are included that will take you to my online store in case you’d like to purchase any of the items.