Happy Holly-Days Christmas cards for mini Creative Escape 2021

I am excited for a new beginning of fun card making days ahead! This is the first year I am putting on a mini Creative Escape! Don’t miss out! Register today! Fill out CE confirmation and return to me with registration fee.

We will be having the event at the Dallas Sr. Center, Dallas NC (about 5 min. from my house) November 6th from 8 am to 8 pm. There is plenty of room and you will be keeping company with friends while enjoying crafting.

Here are 2 of the 10 styles of Christmas cards you’ll be making. You will make 2 of each style for a total of 20 Christmas cards.

 
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Mini CE Conformation

Thanks for visiting!

Esther

Blackberry Beauty Suite

The colors are so rich and luscious in this suite! I just love looking at the colors! Previously, I showed you a card we made at Creative Escape and now, here are a few of the scrapbook spreads we made using Blackberry Beauty Suite

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When I’m creating a spread, it’s easiest to look at the colors listed in the Designer Series Paper. See which colors are listed for that particular DSP on the outside of the package. Stampin’ Up lists all the colors in the DSP there. It’s a great idea to keep your DSP in the package so you can always refer back to the packaging to tell you in particular which colors are in the DSP.

Next, which of the colors gives me that contrast or “pop” that draws your eyes in to make them want to keep looking at the colors.

I personally like the natural looking ribbon, Fine Art Ribbon #154561. It goes with the “natural” feel of the DSP but still has that elegant glimmer of gold woven in to match with the gold in the DSP.

The picture frame with the Rich Razzleberry back is from Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack.

You will notice that one of the flowers stamped in Rich Razzleberry looks like the flower heads are colored….this is done by stamping and then coloring with a Wink of Stella to spread the color and add a little shimmer.

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This was a fun spread to make! I took 1/2 inch strips of left over Blackberry Beauty DSP and wove them together. Don’t look too close to see a few places I didn’t get my over and under correct!

Small leaf die cuts are in the suite with stamp set, Beauty of Tomorrow….have fun with these! Let them fall all over your pages!

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The bad news :( I am so sorry sorry to be the bearer of bad news! Currently the Blackberry Beauty DSP #156485 is on backorder. It is due in around November 8th. I would suggest to go ahead and order so that it will be shipped out to you once it’s in stock.

The Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack is unavailable at this time so look around November 1st if you wish to add this item.Stamps and dies are available now.

You are sure to enjoy crafting with this beautiful paper!

Clearance Rack has been updated!!! Click here to see all the discounted items still available and to order direct from my web site. Or give me a call and I’ll be happy to help enter your order.

Dont miss out on our MINI Creative Escape!!!

  • Held November 6th - one day only 8 am to 8pm

  • Will be held at the Dallas Sr. Center in Dallas NC

  • Make 20 Christmas cards….2 of 10 styles

  • Confirmation sheets due Oct. 16th

  • flyer following

Mini Creative Escape Confirmation

And I have a beautiful simple fall card to share with you ….you can easily recreate and send a few yourself!

 
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Happy stamping!

Esther

Making Cards is a Wonderful Way to Connect

It’s not too late to join us for a Mini Creative Escape this November 6th! Go to last weeks entry to print off your confirmation and send via email or snail mail by October 16th.

You’ll have a grand time making 20 Christmas cards to use or give this year! Following are the other 5 cards we made at Creative Escape in September. I am planning on new designs for Mini CE.

The stamp bundles I plan to use for Mini Creative Escape are:

  • Knit Together

  • Sweet Life Stockings

  • Happy Holly-days

  • Great Tidings

  • Frosted Gingerbread

  • Peaceful Cabin

  • Whimsical Trees

  • Time of Giving

  • Classic Cloche

  • Christmas Season

For more information or questions, please reach out to me. I’ll be happy to help!

I always like to share the beautiful cards I receive! I love looking at them as much as you all do. These came from Peggy and Judy

My calendar has finally been updated! Yeah! Please check for events.

Also, please note, Spartanburg club may possible be a Zoom this month. I will hopefully know for sure Monday and will plan to text everyone. If I don’t get you texted, please contact me for Tuesday club details.

Thanks,

Esther

2021 Creative Escape Review......lets do it again next year!

We are all back home from a GREAT Creative Escape at North Myrtle Beach!

Although we won’t have another Creative Escape until - tentatively September 2022, I will be hosting a mini Creative Escape November 6th. It is one day 8 am to 8 pm on Saturday, November 6th. It will be held at the Dallas Sr. Center in Dallas NC. in the large room where they have Sr. Dances.

Below you will see the flyer. Please contact me with any questions. I would love to have all confirmations filled out to me by October 10th. I will then make sure I assign bundles and notify you so you can get full payment in by October 16th.

Mini Creative Escape Confirmation

It’s hard to describe Creative Escape…..it’s fun….it’s crafting….it’s friends….it’s new friends……it’s food…..it’s desert…..it’s relaxing……it’s tiring…..and we’re ready to do it again!

Here is a review of the fun times we had this weekend and a few of the cards we made! I’ll try to post more of the cards and scrapbook spreads next week.

And here are part of the cards we made this weekend.

I will get the calendar updated this week, but for now, here are upcoming events:

Tuesday, Sept. 28th - Workshop with Dee in Greenville at 10 am

Friday, Oct. 1st - 1st Friday Club at 4pm, Sara is our hostess.

Tuesday, Oct. 5th - Spartanburg Club at 7 pm

****This Thursday, September 30th - last day to order and receive Sale-a-bration gifts and last day to get extra perks for joining as a demonstrator (join by Sept. 30th and receive one of 12 bundles FREE!)

Thanks for visiting! Please reach out at any time, I”m happy to help!

Esther

Color and Contour Fall Card with Video Tutorial

Want one of those versatile sets that can be used for Spring, Summer, or Fall? A fabulous set would be Color & Contour bundle! It was a bundle I overlooked at first, but since I have purchased it, it has definitely been in my baskets in full use! The die set is fantastic! I keep using the frames for many of the cards I’ve made in the past few months….even using it for club this month with Pretty Pumpkins bundle.

Let’s focus on the stamps too…..The flowers can be used for a variety of seasons and with many colors. It comes with 2 different flowers. We chose the simple line one for this video. See how easy it is to use. I’ve included a sample card with the 2nd flower too.

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One Day Craft Event you won’t want to miss!

12 hours…..make 20 Christmas cards! Creative Escape is always a fun time, and this year I’m extending the fun and crafting for a one day event on November 6th.

It’s a Saturday….imagine walking in to the smell of muffins and coffee. You’ll set around in your group crafting 2 of 10 styles of Christmas cards all day long! The cost of $75 includes all your card consumibles like card stock, envelopes, ribbon and embellishments all cut and ready for you. You will be provided with adhesive and dimensionals for crafting. A light breakfast, cobb salad for lunch, supper and a mini dessert buffet will also be included.

In addition to the $75, I require a product bundle to be purchased through me that you will use and share with the ladies at your table during the event and then you will take home with you. A list is on the second page of flyer…..you can see it by clicking the flyer below.

It is best if you have your own ink pads/Stampin’ Blends alcohol markers with you for this event or share with a friend.

To sign up, please click on the button below for confirmation sheet and send via email or snail mail to me with deposit of $75. Please sign up by October 16th. No refunds after Oct. 16th.

I will have the absolute best massage therapist, Vikki, available if you would like to purchase minutes for chair massage.

This event will be held at the Dallas Sr. Center, Dallas NC.

Click here for Mini Creative Escape Confirmation Form

Magnificent opportunity!

11 more days to take advantage of a fantastic opportunity! What is it? Until the end of the month, Stampin’ Up is offering the Starter Kit for$99 to include:

  • $125 Your Choice of Stampin’ Up products

  • Free shipping on that $125 of products

  • your choice FREE one of the 12 product bundles on the flyer below

Before you say NO, please know that this is a special perk during Sale-a-bration. You DO NOT have to sell like me….although, please know that I do like what I do. If you never buy anything under your demonstratorship - it’s still OK to take advantage of the offer. If you do have a large wish list, you can order and get a 20% discount under your demonstrator number and if you wish to remain active, you would need to have $300 in sales each quarter.

I know I was worried about my sales….but that first event I did way exceeded my quarterly minimum and I’ve never been worried again.

Another perk is coming to my team meetings every couple of months. You always learn something new, get lunch and a gift in less than 3 hours or you can Zoom with me too!

Please contact me for any questions or concerns you may have. I’d be happy to chat!

Click here for 12 Free Bundles

Cards to inspire …..

I always love looking at the cards you create! Here are a few I’ve seen lately from Paulette and Debbie

THanks for visiting! Can’t wait to see many of you at Creatie Escape this Thursday!

Tuesday: Morningside Club and Arbors West Club

Sept. 28th - Greenville with Dee

Esther

Countdown to Creative Escape and Mini Creative Escape!

We are working hard to get everything prepared for Creative Escape this year!!! Counting down, as of the time I am typing this….11 days! Most of those will be spent wrapping gifts, cutting for scrapbooking and cooking!

As I walked into my “stacked to the ceiling with stuff” stamp room, this site below brings a smile to me in anticipation of our Creative Escape time together this year…..may it bring a little anticipation to you too!

MINI CREATIVE ESCAPE……November 6th

Yes, this year, the first saturday in November, we’ll have a Mini Creative Escape. It will be 8am to 8pm at the Dallas Sr. Center in Dallas NC. This is just 5 min. from my home.

Projects will be 20 Christmas cards from 10 different bundles from the current June to December 2021 Stampin’ Up catalog.

We’ll have plenty of space to spread out, although you will be in groups so you can share the stamps and dies while you are at the event. And then you will take your product bundle home to keep as well as your 20 Christmas cards.

Please see the attached flyer. Print out the Confirmation or send an email with info. Payment in full due by October 16th. No refunds after October 16th.

Click here for Mini Creative Escape confirmation sheet
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Cards for your inspiration:

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Esther

Card Buffet this Friday/Saturday

Over 13 cards to choose from to make! You choose which cards to make and how many of each one. Cost is $2.50 a card - when you make 8 cards, your 9th one is FREE.

You may even bring your favorite sentiment to use if you want something different that what is currently on the card. Please RSVP if Friday fills, I will open Saturday morning

Friday - 1pm to 8pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm

There are Christmas, Fall, and All Occasion cards to choose from….you can see a few of them on the Perfect Plants post 2 weeks ago and a few of them are below.

This Tuesday….Spartanburg Club

Bring a new friend! We will be making a beautiful traditional Christmas card and a fall card. Your friends will be amazed at what they can do. Bring a new stamping friend and pick a free gift out of my free give aways.

Don’t miss out this month of SALE-A-BRATION freebies! This month, I’m highlighting the Be Dazzled Glimmer paper in club…you won’t want to miss a simple technique I’m teaching at club.

But in the meantime, my friend Ann S. has made a bunch of gorgeous cards with it I am excited to share with you. Stampin’ Up does say the Be Dazzled can dull your dies, so use sparingly with open outline dies as Ann has done here.

I love sharing cards that you all make!!! I just love looking at them all too! It feeds my love of seeing your creativity and all the color and design you create with! Here are a few I want to share this week from Judy and JoAnn. Thank you all for sharing! You will see a picture I took this past week of a hummingbird eating from my flowers on my deck :) so nice to receive a hummingbird card the same week :)

Thanks for visiting!

Esther

Christmas Gift tags using Penguin Builder Punch

 

60 and still learning! My assignment this week for my business builder group was to make a video and practicing editing it….OK, I am still in class 101, but here’s my video for this week.

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These cute little penguins are so fun and easy to make! The Stampin’ Up Builder punch perfectly punches out the outer part of the penguin, the inner white part and the feet.

The hat, scarf, and reindeer antlers are stamped and cut out - you design and use any colors!

I placed the penguins on a background of silver foil strips found in Whimsy & Wonder Specialty Designer Series Paper #156329 and used the Stitched So Sweetly Dies for a Real Red Tag Base #151690

You will find the video on my facebook - stamptogether by Esther

or on my instagram site - stamptogether by Esther

Also, at the next card buffet, there is a gift card holder you’ll get to make using the cute little penguins! Here it is:

Open the “gift card” card to a little pocket. Perfect to hold a gift card or cash for Christmas giving 2021!

To order supplies, go to my web www.stampinup.estherboyle.net

  • Penguin Place Bundle #156789 includes Penguin Place Stamp Set and Penguin Builder Punch

  • Whimsy & Wonder 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper #156329

  • Stitched So Sweetly Dies #151690 and die cutting machine

  • Real Red Card Stock #102482

  • Basic Black Card Stock #121045

  • Pumpkin Pie Card Stock #105117

  • Basic White Card Stock #159276

  • Variety of Stampin’ Up ink pads

  • Christmas to Remember Stamp set #156300

Thanks for visiting tonight! Hope to see you soon!

Esther

Perfect Plants scrapbook spread...Growin' Like A Weed

 

Most of us still have a few pictures of the kids doing life as a kid and growing up! I’m just going to have to decide which kid to put on these pages!!!

I’ve used Bloom Where You’re Planted DSP #155696 on 12 x 12 base neutrals color, Gray Granite. I did cut out all my plants from the DSP, but there are dies for both pots and plants if you would rather use those.

As interest, there is a viney stamp in the set that I used to stamp on Just Jade card stock with Just Jade ink and then die cut the letters for the title….it kinda’ makes the title stand out more.

And for a final embellishment….I used In Color Square Gems #155572. I’ve had my eye on using them and this seemed to be perfect using the colors in my pages….Cinnamon Cider, Just Jade and Bumblebee.

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Our other spread uses the Pretty Pumpkins Bundle. I love the dies, especially the tall one. Pretty Pumpkins Bundle can be seen on page 48 in the July to December mini catalog. One of my team, Ann, turned my on to how cute and easy to use this bundle is. Here are her creations.

For our Carving Out Memories scrapbook spread, I used 12 x 12 base of Soft Succulent card stock. The texture colored on to the card stock base was made by using the Blending Brush #153611 and Adorning Designs Decorative Masks #156328. You will find it on page 9 in the July to December mini catalog. I stamped the swirly pumpkin leaves stamp over it in Just Jade ink.

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Delicate Dahlias Card Challenge…..

Be crafting your entry for this card challenge! Text or Email your entries to me by August 31st. Here are the catagories:

Best Overall Card - prize of $25 Stampin’ Up shopping spree with me

  • Most Unique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Best Technique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Most Realistic Dahlia Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

Pictures of your cards are due to me by August 31st. Joyce Feraco, a top demonstrator from Michigan will be judging. I will email and text her pictures of each entry after August 31st. Be sure to only use currant Stampin’ Up products on your cards. Happy Stamping! And may your inspiration abundantly flow!

August Card Buffet…..please note change….

Sorry to be so wishy washy this month! I should have checked the times earlier for convention times but now I have and August Card Buffet will be this Thursday, Aug. 26th 10AM to 4PM. One my to do list for tomorrow is to finish up creating and cutting for Thursday, but here are a few of the new cards available to craft. Please RSVP!

And….as promised more awesome cards from our team meeting!

And I have just got to show you this really cute card…..sent from a friend of mine, Peggie G.

 
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Thanks for visiting! Esther

Wonderful card ideas for Christmas!

I am so excited to share from our awesome team meeting this past Saturday! We had 18 in person and 9 on Zoom and a super team meeting! Elaine taught how to make a pinwheel card….didn’t know it is so simple! We learned about hybrid embossing/dies and saw how to use some of the Sale-a-bration freebies!

If you enjoy stamping and want a little more stamping, you may want to consider joining my team by the end of September! There are extra perks during Sale-a-bration! Please reach out to me if you have questions or any concerns you would like more information on. I’d be happy to talk with you!

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Whether you want a discount and a little more stamping experience, build a business, or just some extra free things during Sale-a-bration, now is a great time to join my team!

For the $99 starter kit, you will receive:

  • Your choice of $125 worth of Stampin’ Up products

  • Extra perk during Sale-a-bration, 1 of 12 stamp bundles from the July to December catalog - flyer of free bundles following

  • discounts on orders put in through your demonstratorship

  • team meetings about every 2 months with cards, techniques, fellowship, food and gifts

  • the ability to order early from new catalogs

  • access to a wonderful group and call/text me any time

Here are some of the wonderful cards I received from my swap cards at team meeting. I will share more next week.

Here’s an informative video with a couple of ideas for you for Sale-a-bration freebie, Feels Like Home stamp set.

Be sure to check the calendar above! this weeks stamping events:

  • Morningside club on Tuesday

  • Sr Center card class on Thursday

  • Gastonia Club on Friday

  • Scrapbook on Saturday

I plan a CARD BUFFET on Tuesday of next week, August 24th from 10AM to 4PM

Have a wonderful week!

Thanks for visiting! Esther

Expressions In Ink Suite Stampin' Up NOW available w/video

We’ve long awaited the backorder to arrive for Expressions In Ink 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper! It has now arrived into Stampin’ Ups’ warehouse and is available for order. It is such a gorgeous paper whether you use it with Artistically Inked stamp set and Artistic Dies or another stamp/die set….it’s just beautiful, happy colors that make great backgrounds for your projects.

Included in the suite: Artistically Inked Bundle - Artistically Inked stamp set and Artistic Dies, Expressions In Ink 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper, and Expressions in Ink Ephemera Pack #155459 $75

Ordering the Expressions in Ink Suite will give you a $50 level Sale-a-bration gift or add some card stock and ink pads you need to reach a $100 level free gift!

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Elizabeth has designed a Waterfall Card for you using Expressions in Ink DSP along with All Squared Away Bundle pg. 117 in AC #158382 Please like and share our video tutorial. You will enjoy making this fun interactive card along with her!

To order, please visit my website: www.estherboyle.stampinup.net or contact me directly



Delicate Dahlias card challenge

Get your FREE Delicate Dahlias stamp set with $100 order and start planning your winning card!

  • Best Overall Card - prize of $25 Stampin’ Up shopping spree with me

  • Most Unique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Best Technique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Most Realistic Dahlia Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

Pictures of your cards are due to me by August 31st. Joyce Feraco, a top demonstrator from Michigan will be judging. I will email and text her pictures of each entry after August 31st. Be sure to only use currant Stampin’ Up products on your cards. Happy Stamping! And may your inspiration abundantly flow!

Sale-a-bration 2021

In full swing this year! Don’t miss out on free gifts! Here is one of my favorites….Peaceful Prints #156628. Free with a $50 order. I’ve used it for these cards. Stay tuned next week for more Sale-a-bration ideas!

Inspiration for you by you…..

Thanks for visiting! Please feel free to contact me any time you have a question or suggestion. I love hearing from you! Creative Escape info is nearing completion…it’s a lot closer than last week! :)

Esther

August Delicate Dahlias Card Challenge!!! Prizes and Winners...

Just around the corner - 2 more days and it’s time for Sale-a-bration! That means lots of freebies! For every $50 you order, you choose a free gift. There are some extra nice gifts for $100 of orders too!

One of those gifts is a set of 12 photopolymer Distinktive two-step stamp set called Delicate Dahlias. Here is my inspiration and August club card with this set. The technique is embedded embossing .

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Now that you have seen my card, it’s your turn! Yes, we have a Delicate Dahlias stamp set card challenge for the:

  • Best Overall Card - prize of $25 Stampin’ Up shopping spree with me

  • Most Unique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Best Technique Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

  • Most Realistic Dahlia Card - prize pkg of Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6 DSP

Pictures of your cards are due to me by August 31st. Joyce Feraco, a top demonstrator from Michigan will be judging. I will email and text her pictures of each entry after August 31st. Be sure to only use currant Stampin’ Up products on your cards. Happy Stamping! And may your inspiration abundantly flow!

More July Birthday cards…..

I think my birthday has come to an end for this year….actually I think I’m glad. Maybe this is the year I should start forgetting my age. LOL!

Update on Creative Escape…..I am hoping by this coming weekend to have confirmations out for you to give me stamp bundles, crafting preferences, craftmates, bedmates, food allergies and needs. I most keenly realize the time and am taking one thing at a time to see you at the beach in September! :)

If you DO NOT have a July - December mini holiday catalog and SAB brochure…..PLEASE contact me and I’ll get one in the mail to you!

Also, please like and share me on YouTube, FaceBook, and Instagram. It is appreciated! Thank you in advance!

I am planning a card buffet at the end of the month (August) but not in September….stay tuned for dates.

Team Meeting is coming up! Saturday, August 14th at 10 AM. We will be meeting at Park Street United Methodist Church, 120 Park Street, Belmont NC. This is where we meet the last time and because of their summer schedule, the only available time slot in August. I will plan to Zoom on August 14th at 4 PM for those who are not able to meet in person. I will need to know who wants to Zoom so that I can send invites and how many will attend in person. If you would like to make swaps, the theme is anything SAB or July - December catalog….have fun!

July Scrapbooking……

Come join us August 21st for Scrapbooking! Each month we make 2 two-page spreads. The following were spreads for July. It’s a fun way to get a little done each month in preserving your precious moments. Cost $18

Upcoming events…. Check Calendar above

Aug. 3rd - Spartanburg club at 7 PM - invite your friends/coworkers/neighbors

Aug. 5th - Zoom club, please contact me so I can send you an invite

Aug. 6th - 1st Friday club at 4PM - guests welcome! Please invite!

Thank you for visiting with me!

Esther