Rick Adkins

Saturday, August 1, 2020

Seaside Notions Thinking of You Card

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I have a super cute little card for you using the Seaside Notions Stamp Set which is perfect for a fun little beachy card. I created a thinking of you card today because I was running low on them and wanted to build up my stash of cards. This card was featured in my July Monthly Card Class. Each month I offer a online card class featuring a new stamp set or bundle. You can pay to come or you can earn your spot for free with a $35 purchase using my monthly host code before the cut off date. Here's a look at my card.

Tips & Tricks:

This is a easy card actually to create once you get all the pieces lined up correctly. That was the longest part about creating this card. Each section has less than an 1/8" between them and it looks funny if they are off even the slightest little bit. So, take your time here to get them in the right position. I took three pieces of different color cardstock and cut them all to size. And embossed them all at the same time using the Seabed 3D Embossing Folder. I then placed them onto a piece of Seaside Spray Cardstock which was then added to the Thick Whisper White Card front.

I used the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch for my sentiment. I stamped the shell image from the Seaside Notions Stamp Set in Seaside Spray Ink and then Stamped my Sentiment in Basic Gray(I think is the ink on the sentiment). I then punched it out with my new favorite punch and added it to the front of the card with Stampin' Dimensionals.

You can see above all the dimension that the Seabed 3D Embossing Folder left. Again I found it easier to run all the pieces at the same time all lined up for a seamless transition from panel to panel.

Project Recipe:

Here's a little image I've created for you to be able to pin it to your Pinterest boards to remember the main items used in today's card. You can check out all my Project Recipes on my Project Recipe Board by clicking here.

Thanks for dropping by today I hope that you have a wonderful weekend and remember if you need any of the supplies you have seen today you can pick them up in my online store 24/7 by clicking on the item in the Stampin' Up! Shopping List below. If you would like the tutorial for this project along with the three other cards I designed using the Seaside Notions Stamp Set I just updated all the items in my Tutorial Store you will find it among other tutorials there as a instant download once purchased.

Happy Stampin'
Rick Adkins

Use the Host Code on any order of $35 (before taxes & shipping) or more by August 14th and receive my August Monthly Card Class Kit & Invitation to my Zoom Live Class featuring the Ridiculously Awesome Stamp Set as a Thank You. ($25 value) In the Kit you will receive the supplies to make four different card designs. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code. You will forfeit your Stampin' Rewards if you do; and I want you to get those rewards. Monthly Card Class Kits will be mailed to you by August 22nd.

If you place any size order with me during the month of August, you will receive the August Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle from me as a little thank you. This month's tutorial bundle has ten project tutorials that feature our favorite new Cozy Critters products from one of the new Stampin’ Up! Catalogs. The Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle can either be earned for FREE with any size order or Can be purchased for $22 from me.

Don't forget about Bonus Days are going on now! You get reward for shopping now with every $50 qualifying order. and you get to spend the $5.00 coupon codes when you shop in August.

I just announced my August-December Mini Catalog Paper Share yesterday! So if you would like to get a sample of all the designer series papers in the new Holiday Mini Catalog you can click here to register and see what's included! I also have two add on options for you as well on for some Returning Favorites and the Annual Catalog Paper Shares As well. Click here to register for your share and learn more.

Stampin' Up! Shopping List:

Seaside Notions Cling Stamp Set [149278] $23.00	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272] $8.25	Seaside Spray 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [150883] $8.75	Pacific Point 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [111350] $8.75
Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122925] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad [150085] $7.50	Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad [149165] $7.50
Seabed 3D Embossing Folder [152700] $10.00	Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch [152709] $18.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Stampin' Seal+ [149699] $12.00
Stampin' Seal+ Refill [152812] $8.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.00

Friday, July 31, 2020

Nothing Better Than Cocktails Card Video Tutorial

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am going to share with you a super cute card that I made using the Nothing Better Than Stamp Set. I made this card because you know sometimes adulting is hard! This is a card that you could send to a friend that is going through a tough time right now and I am sure that we all know someone during the pandemic that feels this way, that just might need a little pick me up. So, this would be a great card to send to them. Here's a look at the card.

Tips & Tricks:

I took the 4 x 5 1/4" piece of Coastal Cabana Cardstock and embossed it with the Subtle 3D Embossing Folder before placing it on Stampin' Dimensionals onto my 4 1/4 x 11" piece of Coastal Cabana that I scored at 5 1/2" to make my card base. But before attaching it I wrapped some of the Coastal Cabana Ribbon from the Playing with Pattern Ribbon Combo Pack around it and tied the ribbon into a flat knot.

For my focal image I stamped the outline of the cocktail in the middle of my 3" x 4" piece of Whisper White Cardstock in Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. To add the two tone color to the center of the cocktail it works better if you use a couple Sponge Daubers. You want to use the Sponge Daubers to apply your two different color inks to the stamp. I used Coastal Cabana Classic Ink and Highland Heather Classic Ink for mine today. You could use any color you wanted to go with your card. But by using the Sponge Daubers you are applying less ink but you are also able to layer the inks together with a seamless blend.

Video Tutorial:

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Project Recipe:

I have created a Project Recipe Card for you to pin to your Pinterest Boards to make it easy for you to remember what main products I used to create today's project. You can check out all my Project Recipes on my Project Recipe Board by clicking here.

Thanks for dropping by today if you need any of the supplies you have seen today you can pick them up in my online store by clicking on the item in the Stampin' Up! Shopping List below.

Happy Stampin'
Rick Adkins

Don't forget about Bonus Days are going on now! You get reward for shopping now with every $50 qualifying order. and you get to spend the $5.00 coupon codes when you shop in August.

If you enjoy card making and love to play games I have a fun event for you coming up in August. I always loved playing Bingo as a kid, and even as an adult. This is a card class but we will be playing a few games of Bingo for fun as well. You can find out all about my Online Stampin' Bingo and Card Class along with Register by July 31, 2020 by clicking here.

Stampin' Up! Shopping List:

Nothing's Better Than Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [152507] $22.00	Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297] $8.75	Purple Posy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [150881] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad [147097] $7.50	Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad [147103] $7.50	Bumblebee Classic Stampin' Pad [153116] $7.50
Playing With Patterns Ribbon Combo Pack [152468] $10.50	Subtle 3D Embossing Folder [151775] $10.00	Sponge Daubers [133773] $5.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.00

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Summer Sampler Class Registration

Date: August 18, 2020

Time: 7 pm – 9 pm CST

Location: Rick’s Zoom Classroom

RSVP & Payment Due By: August 4, 2020

Cost: $46.00

Details:

Join me as I kick off my Home Décor Sampler Class Series with a fun little Summer Sampler. Samplers are extremely popular for home décor right now because you can create something for every season, holiday, or décor type.

This is a example of a Home Decor Sampler

Above is an example of what a sampler is I have had a few questions about it. So I wanted to share with you an example to better explain what you would be making in the class.

In this class we will be making a Summer Sampler that will be perfect for any home. You will receive a swag bag of products to use to make your sampler with some left over to make other projects You also have the option to add on the featured stamp set/bundle for this and the other classes in this series. Those that sign up for all five of my Sampler Classes will get a free embellishment sent to them from the January – December Mini Catalog in January. I will list all the dates of the classes at the bottom. So, that you can plan.

Space is limited so do not delay in registering!

In the Summer Sampler Class I am featuring the Daisy Lane Stamp Set you may add that on to your class or you can use something you may already own.

Sampler Series Dates:

Class:	Class Date:	RSVP & Payment Due:
Summer Sampler Class	August 18, 2020 7 pm – 9 pm CST	August 4, 2020
Halloween Sampler Class	September 22, 2020 7 pm – 9 pm CST	September 8, 2020
Fall Sampler Class	October 20, 2020 7 pm – 9 pm CST	October 6, 2020
Christmas Sampler Class	November 17, 2020 7 pm – 9 pm CST	November 3, 2020
Winter Sampler Class	December 15, 2020 7 pm – 9 pm CST	December 1, 2020

Included in the Class:

· ½ a pack of Designer Series Paper
· A bolt of ribbon
· A embellishment
· All the cardstock needed to create the sampler precut and ready to go
· PDF Printable Tutorial
· Includes USPS Priority Shipping to you

You will need your own 12 x 12 cardstock, frame, inks, and adhesive for this class. Once you sign up for the class, I will send out an email with the additional supplies you will need listed in the class. You can order what you need from my online store or use something you already own.

The cost of each class will vary based on the Designer Series Paper, ribbon, and embellishments.

Click Here to Register for the Class

July Paper Pumpkin Summer Nights Alternative Projects

Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am here to take part in the July A Paper Pumpkin Thing Blog Hop with two alternative projects using the July 2020 Paper Pumpkin Kit Summer Nights. For my two alternative projects today I used some items from this month's kit and some additional cardstock. Here's a look at my card alternative project.

For my alternative card I took one of the post cards that came in this month's kit and stamped the Firework/starburst image three times on the card front. I then added some Terracotta Tile Ribbon from the Ornate Garden Ribbon Combo Pack around the card and tied it in a flat knot. I placed my card front onto a Blackberry Bliss card base that was cut at 4 1/4" x 11" scored at 5 1/4".

I stamped my sentiment on to one of the labels from the kit, and added it to the card front with a few Stampin' Dimensionals. I finished off my card with a few of the star embellishments from the kit and a couple of the die cuts.

For my 3D project this month I created a little shadow box to showcase the stamped sentiment "oh the Summer Nights are all alight with everything Magic and Bright". I thought this was such a beautiful sentiment stamp that it needed a little attention. So, what better way to do that than to put it in a little shadow box. The shadow box was made from a piece of Blackberry Bliss Cardstock that I cut at 8 1/2" x 8 1/2" then I did a little scoring cutting and folding to make the frame. I added one of the postcards from the kit cut down to 4" x 4"; on to which I stamped the same fireworks/starburst image from the stamp set. Once I glued the frame together I added some of the same ribbon I used on my card and did a little embellishing with elements from the Summer Nights Paper Pumpkin Kit to finish it off. I would display this on one the little easels you can get. I actually just purchased one the other day just for this project and when I went to take my pictures I could not find it to save my life.

If you haven't seen the what this month's kit was designed to make here's a picture from Stampin' Up! of the intended projects.

Here's a little sneak peek at next month's kit as well with a little video from Paper Pumpkin. If you are viewing this post by email you may have to click here to view the sneak peek video.

Project Recipe Card:

I have a recipe card for you to pin to your Pinterest board. This way you can have a reference to refer back to to remember what products I used to make these alternative projects. You can check out all my Project Recipes on my Project Recipe Board by clicking here.

Thanks for dropping by today; if you need any of the supplies you have seen used on my two alternative projects today you can pick them up in my online store by clicking on the item in the Stampin' Up! Shopping List below.

Happy Stampin'
Rick Adkins

Use the Host Code on any order of $50 (before taxes & shipping) or more during the month and receive a gift from me in June as a Thank You. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code. You will forfeit your Stampin' Rewards if you do; and I want you to get those rewards.

If you place any size order with me during the month of July, you will receive the July Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle from me as a little thank you. This month's tutorial bundle has ten project tutorials that feature our favorite new products from the 2020-2021 Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog. The Creative Stampers Tutorial Bundle can either be earned for FREE with any size order or Can be purchased for $22 from me.

Don't forget about Bonus Days are going on now! You get reward for shopping now with every $50 qualifying order. and you get to spend the $5.00 coupon codes when you shop in August.