Inky Bee Stampers

If you are looking for a quick project that would make an excellent small holiday gift for book lovers…look no further! This bookmark came together quickly and is a well-suited project for making multiples at one time. The project involves ink blending, heat embossing and a small amount of coloring.

I started off with an 8″ x 2-1/4″ piece of Basic White Thick cardstock. Beginning at the top of the bookmark, I used a Blending Brush to blend Night of Navy ink approximately 1-1/4″ down, then I switched to Misty Moonlight ink, making sure to blend the Misty Moonlight and Night of Navy sections together for a smooth transition. I switched over to Highland Heather ink…and a fresh Blending Brush…and blended this ink around the middle of the bookmark. I was careful to leave some white space and very lightly blended areas on the left since the Shepherd image will sit here. A small section of Crumb Cake ink was blended below the Highland Heather ink, and I finished off the bottom of the bookmark by blending Copper Clay ink.

The “Peace on Earth” sentiment from the Shepherd’s Care Stamp Set was stamped in Night of Navy ink across the bottom of the bookmark. I then stamped the Shepherd and lamb image on the left of the bookmark and just above the sentiment in Smoky Slate ink. The Shepherd’s head covering was colored using the light shade of a Misty Moonlight Stampin’ Blend and then I lifted some of the highlights using a Color Lifter Stampin’ Blend. The ground beneath the Shepherd and lamb was colored in using the light shade of a Copper Clay Stampin’ Blend. I used a fine tip black marker to dot in the lamb’s eyes and noses and a white gel pen to lighten the headband and the tops of the lamb’s heads. I also used the white gel pen to dot in some stars above the embossed star.

VersaMark ink was used to stamp the star image onto the upper right of the bookmark, and I sprinkled this area with Silver Embossing Powder, then I set the embossing powder using a Heat Tool. An 8″ x 2-1/4″ piece of Night of Navy cardstock was adhered to the back of the bookmark using liquid glue. The extra layer of cardstock gives the bookmark some added sturdiness and hides the marker bleed through from the Stampin’ Blends. I used a corner round punch (purchased on Amazon) to round the four corners and an 1/8″ hole punch (also purchased on Amazon) to punch a hole at the top of the bookmark. Three lengths of Night of Navy Natural Tones Linen Thread was looped through the hole with a knot tied at the top. I used the Blending Brushes in Night of Navy and Copper Clay to carefully darken the edges of the white cardstock to complete the project.

I will be making more of these bookmarks in the coming weeks as gifts! If you would like to recreate this bookmark you will find detailed instructions on the linked pdf tutorial. Click on the image below to download, save and print the tutorial. Happy crafting!

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The Clearance Rack has been Updated – Up to 60% Off Select Items!

New items have been added to the Clearance Rack in our online store. You can shop and save up to 60% off select products.

Head on over to the online store to check it out! These items are only available while supplies last, so if you see something you want…grab it up quickly! Click here to visit my online store now.

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Paper Pumpkin Holiday Greetings Sale!

Santa Claus is comin’ to town a bit early this year—and he’s brought a holiday Paper Pumpkin sale! From now through October 10, 2024, anyone who signs up for our monthly Paper Pumpkin subscription as a new subscriber will receive 40% off their first kit. That’s right, 40% OFF! Be sure to use Promo Code HOLIDAY40 for this fantastic savings!

Where This Discount Is Applied
This discount will be applied to one kit in the first kit shipment of the Paper Pumpkin subscription, which means new subscribers will get 40% off the October Nests of Christmas Paper Pumpkin Kit. After that, each month’s kit will return to the regular price of $25.00.

Qualifying for This Discount
This offer is only for new month-to-month subscribers and is not valid on purchased or redeemed prepaid subscriptions. So, if you have previously used an email address for a Paper Pumpkin subscription, you won’t qualify as a new subscriber to receive this discount. Also, anyone who signs up as a new subscriber to Paper Pumpkin but cancels by October 10 will not receive any kits or discounts.

This offer is available only in North America, and the price of shipping is included in your subscription.

If you haven’t tried a Paper Pumpkin subscription I highly recommend that you do! Subscriptions are available in a month-to-month, 3 month, 6 month or 12 month subscriptions and you can pause, restart, or cancel your Paper Pumpkin subscription at any time. Everything that is needed to complete each monthly project is included in one box including easy-to-follow instructions.

Now that you’ve read through all the details, it’s time to head to paperpumpkin.com to subscribe and use code HOLIDAY40 to get 40% off your first month!  Reach out to me at inkybeestampers@gmail.com with any questions. Click on the image below to subscribe!

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October Paper Pumpkin Kit – Nests of Christmas

Spread some Christmas cheer with this cozy, all-inclusive crafting kit! Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin between now and October 10 to receive the Nests of Christmas kit. And don’t forget to use the Promo Code HOLIDAY40 to receive 40% off of this kit. You can read more about this special Paper Pumpkin sale in the article above.

Here is what is included in the kit:
• The kit makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs with 10 coordinating envelopes
• Tri-fold card bases and precut grosgrain ribbon
• Precut labels with specialty green foil
• Coordinating colors include Basic Black, Coastal Cabana, Granny Apple Green, Night of Navy, Real Red, and Shaded Spruce (Classic Stampin’ Spot)

Click here to view the flyer, which includes a preview of the November and December kits, too!

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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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Free Virtual Event – 2024 World Cardmaking Day! Registration is now Open!

Come join Stampin’ Up! on October 5 as we celebrate this day with a creative virtual event.  During this event you will have the opportunity to create five simple cards and some additional fun projects!  Crafters of all skill levels are invited and welcome to join.  The event and registration is FREE!  Mark your calendars now and join the event on October 5!

World Card Making Day Event Details:

• Who:  Everyone is invited!
• When:  October 5, 2024, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. (MT)
• Where:  Online
• Price of Event:  Free
• Registration Dates:  Now through October 4, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. (MT) Note: You must register for this event in order to receive a link to view it. Also, those who register will receive a gift after the event ends. Register so that you don’t miss out on the event link and a special registration gift!
• Language of Event:  Most of the event will be presented in English with language interpretation voiceover and subtitles available in English, French, German, and Dutch.
• Video on Demand:  We will record our stream of this event. Anyone who has the event link will be able to watch the recorded event starting October 8.
• Hashtag:  You post about the World Card Making Day event on social media using #SUWorldCardMakingDay2024. If you post with the hashtag, you’ll see your post appear on the event webpage as you watch the event!

Click here to register for this event between now and October 4! Click here to view the flyer.

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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 project. 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.