Inky Bee Stampers

It is time for another Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop! If you are hopping over from Terry Lynn’s blog or you are starting with my blog…welcome and thanks for stopping by! Be sure to use the links below to check out more inspiration in the Hop today. Let’s get started!

My card for today was created using the Sentimental Wishes Bundle and the Sentimental Christmas 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper. This paper has become one of my favorites!

We have a fun fold theme challenge for today’s Hop. I’m calling this fun fold a Reverse Center Pop Out. Normally, this card would be presented with the center panel popping out on the front of the card, but this one is the opposite. My inspiration came from a YouTube video by Delight of my Art. Check out her channel when you get a chance.

The card base for this card measures 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ and is scored at 2″, 3-1/8″, 5-3/8″, and 6-1/2″. The two outer score lines of the card base are folded as mountain folds and the two inner score lines are valley folds. I selected a pine tree print and diagonal stripe print from the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper and cut panels to fit the outer sections for both the front and back of the card. A Christmas tree print was selected for the center section on the card front.

On a piece of Basic Beige cardstock, I stamped the “Have a very merry Christmas” sentiment in Shaded Spruce ink. I then used the third from largest circle die from the Stylish Shapes Dies to cut out the sentiment. A applied a small amount of Stampin’ Seal towards the top of the center panel and applied a folded piece of Shaded Spruce Satin & Sheer Ribbon, then I adhered the sentiment label over the attached ribbon using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

From the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper, I used the Sentimental Wishes Dies to cut out a stocking and a red bow. The stocking was adhered to the bottom of the sentiment label using a combination of liquid glue and Stampin’ Dimensionals. I then adhered the die cut bow to the top of the stocking using liquid glue.

I stamped an additional sentiment on the reverse back center panel in Shaded Spruce ink, then stamped the image of the candles using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. I colored in the candle image using a variety of Stampin’ Blends. I used a Blender Pen and Basic Beige ink to shade the two candles and a Garden Green Watercolor Pencil to shade the pine in the image. The panel was then adhered to the center back panel.

I repeated stamping and coloring of the candle image on the envelope front and a coordinating piece of designer series paper was adhered to the envelope flap. Three Pretty Peacock Adhesive-Backed Sequins were added to the card front.

I love a fun fold that allows you to show off beautiful paper and this fun fold does just that! This card makes a great display card as well!

If you would like to recreate this card you can download, save and print the pdf tutorial by clicking on the image below.

Again, thanks so much for stopping by my blog! Let’s get back to the Hop! You can click on the “Next” button to go to Amy’s blog and the top of the blog hop list, or click on any name below to go directly to that person’s blog. Enjoy!

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

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Starter Kit Special – October 1-31. Come Join the Team!

Join the Stampin’ Up! team as a demonstrator during the month of October! New team members who become a demonstrator between October 1–31 can get $155 worth of products in their starter kit for just $99! That’s an additional $56 worth of products in your starter kit!

Here are the details:

• When you purchase your Starter Kit, you will be able to redeem $155 of Starter Kit products for just $99.
• New demonstrators who purchase their starter kit before October 1 or after October 31 will not be eligible for this offer.
• Ordering Deadlines: By Phone: October 31 2024, at 6:59 p.m. (MT), or Online: October 31 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (MT).

Come join my team and take advantage of this great Starter Kit promotion! There is never any pressure to sell products…you can enjoy the 20% discount (after you join) for yourself. Joining as a demonstrator offers other great perks, too, such as access to Stampin’ Up! events and early access to upcoming products.

Click here if you’re ready to join!

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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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Kits Collection Sale – October 1 – 31

Kits in our Kits Collection will be up to 30% off during the month of October! If you are not familiar with Stampin’ Up kits, our kits come with everything you need to create a unique paper craft. We have crafting options for card kits, treat packaging, home decor, and so much more! Start shopping today, as kits are only available while supplies last.

Here are the details:

• ALL kits from our collection qualify for the discount.
• All order types qualify for this sale. There is no limit on how many kits you can order, as long as product is available.
• Orders must be opened and placed during the promotion dates. Orders opened before October 1 will not qualify for the sale.
• Kits on sale will NOT qualify for the Stampin’ Rewards 50% off.
• Kits can be added to a Starter Kit at their discounted rate.
• Coupon codes can also be used with discounted kits.

Ordering Deadlines:

• Phone: October 31 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)
• Online: October 31 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

Click here if you’re ready to start shopping the Kits Collection!

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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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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.  The last day to register for this free event is October 4 and you’ll find the registration link to join in below! 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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October 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 October Host Code – 2CDVJXZB.

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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.