Inky Bee Stampers

It is Thursday and you know what that means. It’s time for another Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop! If you are hopping over from Terry Lynn’s blog or you are starting off with my blog…thanks so much for stopping by! I know we will see lots of great inspiration in the blog today so be sure to use the links provided below to hop around!

My card was created using the Light the Year Bundle, Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder and the lovely Season of Elegance 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper.

We have a fun sketch challenge for the Hop and here it is…

Using the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder I embossed a white cardstock panel measuring 5-1/4″ x 4″. This panel was adhered to a black mat, then adhered to a Cherry Cobbler card base measuring 11″ x 4-1/4″ (and scored at 5-1/2″). A 3″ square of the Cherry Cobbler & Gold Season of Elegance Specialty Designer Series Paper was then adhered to the top of the card front. On a 2-7/8″ square of white card stock, I stamped the pine bough images on the lower left and right of the panel in Old Olive ink. I then adhered this panel to a 3″ square of black cardstock.

On scrap pieces of white cardstock, I used the two-step stamps to stamp two pinecones in Pecan Pie and Early Espresso ink. I also stamped the image of the candle in Basic Beige ink and the large lantern in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. Before using the Light the Year Dies to cut out these images, I first colored in the windows of the lantern using Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends. The candle was shaded with Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blend and the flame of the candle was colored in using a Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blend. I used a black Stampin’ Write Marker to darken the wick of the candle. I also die cut two leaf sprigs and two berry clusters from Old Olive and Cherry Cobbler cardstock. Once the berries were adhered to the leaf sprigs, I adhered them to the top of the lantern. The pinecones were adhered to the back of the lantern so that they were peeking out on either side. The lantern was then adhered to the 2-7/8″ square unit using Mini Glue Dots. The unit was then adhered over the Cherry Cobbler designer series paper square at an angle using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

The “All is bright” sentiment was stamped in Tuxedo Black Memento ink onto a scrap piece of white cardstock. I used the third from smallest circle die from the Stylish Shapes Dies to cut out the sentiment. The sentiment was adhered to the card front using a combination of Stampin’ Dimensionals and liquid glue and was positioned at the lower right corner of the decorated square.

I used the pine bough stamps to stamp across the top and bottom of the inside panel (back panel) in Old Olive ink. The “Sending love and light this time of year” sentiment was stamped in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. The panel was adhered to a black mat, then adhered to the back of card base.

To form the Tent Fun Fold portion of the card, I cut a piece of Cherry Cobbler cardstock to 4″ x 3″. With the short side facing up, I used my Stampin’ Up Paper Trimmer to score at 1/2″, 1-1/2″ and 2-1/2″. I folded the 1/2″ and 2-1/2″ score lines as valley folds and the 1-1/2″ score line as a mountain fold. I then used liquid glue to adhere one of the 1/2″ tabs to the inside bottom of the card front and the second 1/2″ tab was adhered to the inside bottom of the card back. Here is a side view of the inside of the card base. From this photo you can see where the 1/2″ tab is adhered inside of the rear of the card base.

On the envelope front I stamped the smaller of the two lanterns in Tuxedo Black Memento ink. I used Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends to color in the windows of the lantern. I used two Post It Notes to mask off first the left, then the right bottom of the lantern and stamped pine boughs on either side of the lantern. A coordinating piece of designer series paper was adhered to the envelope flap. To finish up the card I adhered a small Cherry Cobbler & Gold Satin Ribbon bow to the top of the lantern on the card front. Three clear Opal Rounds were adhered to the card front.

I really enjoyed pulling this card together for you! The Light the Year is such a pretty set. If you would like to recreate this card you can download, save and print the pdf tutorial by clicking on the link below.

Again, thanks so much for stopping by my blog today! It’s time to 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 the Hop!

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

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Two New Kits Added to the Kits Collection!

Two new kits have been added to the Kits Collection in the online store – the A Look Back Kit and the Alpine Air Kit. Everything needed to complete the kits are included in the box! Just start crafting!

A Look Back Kit

Record memories and worthwhile moments with the A Look Back Kit! This kit includes a variety of precut paper pieces, stickers, paper pockets, and other ephemera for you to decorate the spiral-bound notebook. With bright colors, gold details, and fun plant and graphic designs, this kit is perfect for memory keeping, journaling, and more.

Here are the details:

• Makes one 6-3/4″ x 8″ x 1″ (17.2 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm) spiral-bound notebook
• Featured colors: Basic Beige, Basic Black, Lost Lagoon, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Pretty in Pink
• Kit includes one of each item listed below
  • Predesigned project
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects
  • 1 spiral-bound notebook with 30 double-sided printed unique pages
  • Ephemera pieces and paper pockets for quick decorating
  • 4 sticker sheets: gold foil (1), letters (2), sentiments (1)
  • A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

Alpine Air Kit

The Alpine Air Kit has all the pieces you need to create nine all-occasion cards with an elegant mountain theme. Whether you want to say hello, wish a happy birthday, or show support, you can pair each sentiment with the water colored mountain scenes and precut paper pieces to make cards for any adventurer or nature-loving friend. 

Here are the details:

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
• Featured colors: Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath, Granny Apple Green, Misty Moonlight, Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce
• Kit includes one of each item listed below.
  • Alpine Air Photopolymer Stamp Set
  • Clear stamp block
  • Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin’ Ink Spot
  • Predesigned project
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • 9 printed envelopes
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects
  • A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

You can shop the Kits Collection by clicking here. And during the month of October, kits in the Kits Collection are up to 30% off! Woo hoo!

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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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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 – Last Day to Subscribe for Savings!

Today is the last day to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin using the HOLIDAY40 Promo Code to receive 40% off on the Holiday Greetings Paper Pumpkin kit!

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 (that is today!) 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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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.