Friendly Seagulls - Easy Valentine's Day Card

 Welcome back to my Manic Monday 5 minute cards!

Have you ever had a seagull steal your fries???   I did when we were visiting Atlantis several years ago and we laugh about it to this day. Why??  Because I LOVE fries.  LOVE them. But I am a fry snob.... I like fresh cut fries.  Don't get me wrong, I will eat any fries that are on my plate. But I search out the fresh cut fries.  

This was the perfect Valentine's Day card (or any day card) for my husband because he knows that he is just slightly above the fries on the "love chain". 

Items Used:

    Friendly Seagulls stampset (this is a Sale-a-Bration stampset)

    Hugs for Love stampset

    To the Point Punch

    Stampin' Blends: Real Red, Gray Granite, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight

    Red Rhinestones

Inks:

    Real Red

    Tuxedo Black Memento

    

Paper/Dimensions:

    Crumb Cake cardstock: 11" x 4¼, scored at 5½"

    Timeless Plaid DSP: one sheet for 3 punches

    Basic White Cardstock: 3" x 8½" for punches; 3½" x 4¾"

This really is an easy card to put together.  Here is the video!

Don't miss out on getting your Friendly Seagulls!  It is free with a $60 purchase until February 28th or while supplies last!

Just follow this link for all the items we used on this card and simply remove anything that you already have.

https://s.tamp.in/siQGaf

  Here is the pic of the other card I made using the same concept.  This was taken from the Stampin' Up! mini catalog.

Latte Love Gatefold Card

 

This has been one of my all-time favorite suites from Stampin' Up!® not just because I am a coffee lover, but because of the endless possibilities between the stamp set, dies and paper.  The Latte Love stampset will always be on my shelf.  If it is not on yours yet, don't delay.  It is currently on the "Last Chance" list so once it sells out, it is gone.  And it is currently on sale..... you heard me, on sale!

Items Used:

    Latte Love Stamp Set

    A Little Latte 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper

    Polka Dot Trim

    Natural Tones Linen Thread

    Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends

Inks:

    Night of Navy

    Pecan Pie

    

Paper/Dimensions:

    Early Espresso cardstock: 8½" x 5½", scored at 2⅛" from each side (see video)

    Pecan Pie Cardstock: 1⅞" x 5¼" (x2);  2¾" x 3¾"

    A Little Latte DSP: 1¾" x 5⅛" (x 2) ; 3½" x 1"

    Basic White Cardstock: 2½" x 3½" ; 3½" x 4¾"

Check out this quick video showing how it all comes together.

Here is another gatefold card using the Latte Love!

Ready to get your own Latte Love??   CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

            

Latte Love - Using up Strips

 

The Latte Love stamp set is near and dear to my heart. My husband jokes that you shouldn't talk to me until I have had at least two, maybe three, cups of coffee!

The Latte Love stamp set and dies and the A Little Latte Designer Series Paper creates such easy, beautiful cards!

Items Used:

    Latte Love Stamp Set and Dies

    A Little Latte 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper

    Peach Pie Stampin' Blends

Inks:

    Calypso  Coral

    Pecan Pie

    Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper/Dimensions:

    Early Espresso cardstock: 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼";  3¼" x 4¼"

    A Little Latte DSP: 4" x 5¼"; 3½" x 1"; random strips ½" wide

    Basic White Cardstock:  3" x 4" ; 3½" x 4¾"; scrap for die cut and sentiment

Here is the quick video showing how it all comes together!! 

     

                                                      

Come shop with me and get your Latte Love today!! SHOP HERE

Here are a few more Latte Love cards for you!

 

 

Easy Easel Calendars with Sticky Notes

Wow!!! I can't believe that 2025 is right around the corner.  They say that life is like a roll of toilet paper.... the closer you are to the end, the faster it goes.  I am  hoping I am nowhere near the end (I still have too many stamping projects to do) but it sure is going fast!  

Let me introduce you to the easiest desktop calendar/sticky note easel this side of the Mississippi!  I even taught this in one of my Sip and Stamps here in central PA. They loved it.  And imagine the gifts you can make.  The design is so versatile.  Just change out the stampset based upon your recipient.  Got a motorcycle enthusiast?? Use the "Legendary Ride" stampset.  Got a crafty friend??  Use the "Crafting with You" stampset. Need any help with ideas?? Just shoot me an email at CardZenByJen@yahoo.com.  I love a good challenge!

**As you will hear in the video, if you are using a tear-off calendar, do not make your sentiment seasonal.  Meaning, no merry Christmas or autumnal scenes. It will be on their desk or counter year-round so you want it to be something they can look at every day.  

I have loved making this calendar over the years and I know you will too!

Items Used:

    2¼" x 3" tear-off calendar

    3" x 3" sticky notes

    Unbounded Love Stamps and Dies

    Unbounded Beauty 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper

Inks:

    Calypso Coral Stampin' Pad

    

Paper/Dimensions:

    Peach Pie cardstock: 4¼" x 11", scored at 2¾" and 5½";  4¼" x 5½"

    Calypso Coral Cardstock: 2¼" x 3¼"; 3¼" x 3¼"

    Unbounded Beauty DSP: 4" x 5¼" (x 2)

    Basic White Cardstock: scrap for die cut

Here is a quick video showing how it all comes together.  Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don't miss anything!

Here are the other calendars shown in the video.  I would love to see what you make!

Ready to shop??  Head over to Stampin' Up! and grab some goodies!!

Just SHOP WITH ME!

Fractured Card Technique - Part #3

 Fractured Card #3

Welcome back to my 3rd and final version of the fractured card technique.  This is, by far, my favorite.  The possibilities are endless.  And it looks like you spent hours on it... when it was just about 30 minutes. 

Couple this technique with the new More Than Autumn stampset and dies from Stampin' Up! and you have the ultimate question..... ARE YOU TEAM APPLE OR TEAM PUMPKIN? 

Let's get to work!  You can shop for all the items used by clicking HERE. 

Items Used:

    More Than Autumn stampset/ dies

    Polka Dot Trim

    Wink of Stella Glitter Brush

    Ruler and Pencil

    Adhesive Sheet

Inks:

    Tuxedo Black Memento

    Smokey Slate

    Stampin' Blends: Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Granny Apple Green, Pecan Pie

    

Paper/Dimensions:

   Cajun Craze cardstock: 5½" x 8½", scored at 4¼"; 2¾" x ¾"

   Basic Beige cardstock: 4" x 5¼"

   Crumbcake cardstock: 1½" x 1½"   

   Basic White cardstock: 3½" x 4¾";  scrap for die cuts

  

I created a video showing how easy this comes together! 

I would love to know which method of the fractured card technique you like the most!  

Fractured Card Technique - Part 2

 Fractured Card #2

Welcome back to my series of fractured cards! This is by-far the easiest of the three!  This method lets the beautiful paper to all the hard work.  Just pick the patterned paper that works best for you!

Items Used:

    Thoughtful Wishes Dies

    

Paper/Dimensions:

   Mossy Meadow cardstock: 5½" x 8½", scored at 4¼" ; ¼" strips (x4)

   Old Olive cardstock: 1½" x 1½"

   Blackberry Bliss: 4" x 2"

   Meandering Meadows DSP: 4" x 5¼"; 4¾" x 1 "

Here is the video showing how easy it is!

Just use any beautiful background paper you have laying around!

Be sure to check back for the Fractured Card #3 - it is a showstopper!!!

Fractured Card Technique - Part 1

 

Fractured Card #1

This technique appears daunting, but trust me, it is easy.  In my 3-part series, I am going to show you 3 different ways to create these masterpieces.  

If I can do this, anyone can.  Let's start by getting our supplies together and our paper cut.  

Items Used:

    So Sincere stampset

    Autumn Leaves dies

Inks:

    Cajun Craze 

Paper/Dimensions:

   Early Espresso cardstock: 5½" x 8½", scored at 4¼" ; ¼" strips (x4)

   Basic White cardstock: 4" x 5¼"

   Cajun Craze cardstock: 2" x 2"

   Very Vanilla cardstock: scrap for die cut

   Country Woods DSP: 2¼" x 2¾" (x2)

   Unbounded Beauty DSP: 2½" x 4" (x2)

   Oxidized Copper Specialty Paper: 3" x 5"

Need some supplies?  Get everything you need to make this card added to your cart by CLICKING HERE!

Now that you have your paper ready, let's put it all together!  Watch the video to see how the magic happens.  Once you get the "gist", you will be making this card for every theme and occasion! It really is easier than you think!

Be sure to fold/curl those leaves to get a crisp 3D image!

Be on the look out for the second way to create these "fractured" cards!! Coming soon!

Harry Potter Themes Book Treat Boxes

 

Check out how easy it is to cover these book box treats with patterned paper.  They are a blank canvas just waiting for you to transform them into your masterpiece with just a little "hocus pocus"!

Want to get your hands on these book boxes before they disappear???  Just click here!

Here is the link to the video (s).  The first video ended too soon due to an incoming call... Yep, one of those days!

Video #1

Video #2

Grab a pack of treat boxes today for your favorite muggles!

Fluffiest Friends and the Book Binding Fun Fold

 

Join me as we create this adorable bear card using the Book Binding Technique and the Fluffiest Friends stampset.  You will be able to replicate this fun fold over and over using your favorite stampsets!

Items Used:

Fluffiest Friends stampset

Bee My Valentine stampset

Everyday Details Dies

Inks:

    Memento Tuxedo Black

    Stampin' Blends Markers: SU 200, SU 600, SU 700; Real Red, Daffodil Delight

Paper/Dimensions:

   Sweet Sorbet Cardstock: 4¼" x 11", scored at 4¼" and 5½"

   Daffodil Delight Cardstock: strip ½" x 5"

   Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 4" (inside); scrap for circle die

   Bee Mine DSP: 4" x 4"; 1" x 4"

Watch the video to see how easy this is!

As promised, here are the pics showing how to color your bear:

Looking for more inspiration??   Check out these cards using the same design.

The possibilities are endless!  I can't wait to see what you create.