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Merry Card with SHINY red berries. The 'Merry' sentiment comes from Merry Cafe stamp set and is stamped in versamark and heat embossed with white embossing powder. 

Merry Card with SHINY red berries. The 'Merry' sentiment comes from Merry Cafe stamp set and is stamped in versamark and heat embossed with white embossing powder. 

A Little Merry Card - Sketch Challenge #GDP114

November 20, 2017
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HELLO & welcome to another Global Design Project challenge. This week we have an awesome sketch for you to follow.  I just love sketch challenges because sometimes coming up with the layout of a card is the hardest part.

My card uses this sketch pretty literally. Look at these darling little holly berry and leaves! I liked them so much I created 6 to repeat in the grid. The paper holly leaves are cut from the Christmas Quilt Thinlets, and the red holly berry is created by me! Ha, kidding but turning Perfect Accents into shiny red berries is super easy to do with Stampin' Blends. I started with a white Perfect Accent left on the sheet. Do not remove from the sheet, it's so much easier to color first and then remove. Simply color the accent with the dark Cherry Cobbler Blend marker. Alcohol ink dries quickly and creates NO transfer mess.  

Disclaimer: Using you Blends to color anything beyond paper may shorten the life of the marker. Be sure to take care, there is no need to push hard on the tip. Color the Perfect Accents lightly. Repeat coats as needed for the desired saturation.

Super shiny red berries created with a Cherry Stampin' Blend marker and white Perfect Accents. 

Super shiny red berries created with a Cherry Stampin' Blend marker and white Perfect Accents. 

The Global Design Project has a new challenge every week that you can play along with. Every week is a different type of challenge; It could be Colour, Theme, CASE or Sketch inspiration. The designers on the GDP team are active Stampin' Up! Demonstrators, super duper talented, and are from all around the globe!

Check out the Global Design Project blog to see all the various projects the designers have created and PLAY along with us. Be sure to tag your project with our challenge hashtag #gdp114. Happy Stamping! I can't wait to see what you create. 

Product List
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
[144965]
$17.00
Quilt Builder Framelits Dies
Quilt Builder Framelits Dies
[144673]
$30.00
Merry Music Specialty Designer Series Paper
Merry Music Specialty Designer Series Paper
[144623]
$13.00
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[131201]
$8.00
Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[101856]
$8.00
White Perfect Accents
White Perfect Accents
[138416]
$5.00
Cherry Cobbler Dark Stampin' Blends Marker
Cherry Cobbler Dark Stampin' Blends Marker
[144575]
$4.50
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
[109132]
$5.00
Versamark Pad
Versamark Pad
[102283]
$8.50
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
[144108]
$4.00

Are you Interested in purchasing Stampin' Up! products? I would LOVE to be your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator. If you live in the United States you can order your paper crafting supplies from my online store. So easy. THANK YOU!

In cards, challenge, stampin' up! Tags Global Design Project, Merry Cafe
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Merry Cafe - What Will You Stamp

September 25, 2017
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Hi everyone! This week the crew over at the What Will You Stamp Challenge blog is sharing creations made with the Merry Cafe stamp set.  I've used this set a few times using pieces more geared toward fall. The set has so many versatile images that can be used for all occasions.  This card today uses a few of the Christmas pieces from the set. Full supplies listed out below.

Visit the WWYS blog to see more fun creations using this set and play along with us! Happy stamping!

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Product List
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
[144965]
$17.00
Coffee Cups Framelits Dies
Coffee Cups Framelits Dies
[143745]
$30.00
Christmas Around The World Designer Series Paper
Christmas Around The World Designer Series Paper
[144629]
$11.00
Foil Snowflakes
Foil Snowflakes
[144642]
$6.00
Stitched Felt Embellishments
Stitched Felt Embellishments
[144619]
$9.00
Polka Dot Basics Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
Polka Dot Basics Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
[143709]
$7.50
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad
[140931]
$7.00
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
[126949]
$6.50
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad
[131180]
$6.50
Versamark Pad
Versamark Pad
[102283]
$8.50
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
[109132]
$5.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[100730]
$9.00
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[102482]
$8.00
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[131201]
$8.00

Below are a couple more projects using Merry Cafe projects that I've created previously. You can read more about them here and here.

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In challenge, cards, stampin' up! Tags Merry Cafe, WWYS, weekly challenge
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Merry Cafe - Stamp Review Crew

September 17, 2017
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How about a cup of CHEER?! Merry Café if the featured set this week for the Stamp Review Crew.  This cheerful set is packed full of fun images for all sorts of occasions. I chose to combine a few of the images together to create my own sentiment for a fall themed card about apple cider.  It is apple picking time in my neck of the woods. That means pie, cider and other apple yumminess.  This card will come in handy this season.

This card also features the Burlap background stamp.

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The Stamp Review Crew is a group of International Stampin' Up! demonstrators who want to show you how much you can do with one stamp set. Fun idea, heh? Each unique blog hop will feature one stamp set. Each stop along the hop will show you a different idea, or ideas using that set! Looks like I am the lucky one who starts this hop off. Next up on the Merry Café stamp review is the talented Karen Gooch, thanks for stopping by and happy stamping!

Holly Stene

Holly Stene

Karen Gooch

Karen Gooch

Product List
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
[144965]
$17.00
Coffee Cups Framelits Dies
Coffee Cups Framelits Dies
[143745]
$30.00
Burlap Clear-Mount Stamp Set
Burlap Clear-Mount Stamp Set
[143982]
$15.00
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
[109132]
$5.00
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad
[131180]
$6.50
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad
[140931]
$7.00
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
[126949]
$6.50
Vintage Crochet Trim
Vintage Crochet Trim
[144611]
$6.00
Corrugated Elements
Corrugated Elements
[144158]
$3.50
Twine Baker's Whisper White
Twine Baker's Whisper White
[124262]
$3.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[100730]
$9.00
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[120953]
$8.00
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[131201]
$8.00
Versamark Pad
Versamark Pad
[102283]
$8.50
In cards, challenge Tags Merry Cafe, Stamp Review Crew, Burlap Background Stamp
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Merry Cafe Hello Fall Card - TGIFC123

September 1, 2017

Hello FALL and Hello September!!! Can you believe August is over? I'm in denial a tiny bit. Our weather took the hint and has immediately cooled off. It is starting to feel like fall around here.

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Perfect timing for a project made with fall colors. It's a COLOR COMBO week over at TGIF Challenges. These three colors (Early Espresso, Peekaboo Peach, Soft Sky) immediately screamed fall to me. I used the 2-step leaves and Hello Fall sentiment from a new stamp set called Merry Cafe to create this Hello Fall card.  Merry Cafe is available for purchase today! Yippee.

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I also created a 3x3 love note using the same set. I love how the little accent piece fits perfectly into the sides of the label punch. Fun stuff.  To help inspire your creations using this color combo check out what the TGIFC design team created. Can't wait to see all of your projects. Happy stamping!

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Product List
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
Merry Café Photopolymer Stamp Set
[144965]
$17.00
Wood Textures Designer Series Paper Stack
Wood Textures Designer Series Paper Stack
[144177]
$10.00
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
[126974]
$6.50
Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad
Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad
[131181]
$6.50
Peekaboo Peach Classic Stampin' Pad
Peekaboo Peach Classic Stampin' Pad
[141398]
$6.50
Soft Sky 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Soft Sky 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[131203]
$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
[100730]
$9.00
Decorative Ribbon Border Punch
Decorative Ribbon Border Punch
[143721]
$16.00
Classic Label Punch
Classic Label Punch
[141491]
$18.00
Gold Metallic Thread
Gold Metallic Thread
[138401]
$3.00
Corrugated Elements
Corrugated Elements
[144158]
$3.50
2016-2018 In Color Enamel Shapes
2016-2018 In Color Enamel Shapes
[141410]
$9.00
Twine Baker's Whisper White
Twine Baker's Whisper White
[124262]
$3.00
Very Vanilla 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Lace Trim
Very Vanilla 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Lace Trim
[141672]
$7.00
In cards, challenge, stampin' up!, stamps Tags Merry Cafe, Hello Fall, Fall Card, tgif challenges
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Building blooms. 🌸🌸🌸 I think I spent the most time die-cutting flower bits for this card. Colors are: Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly, & Soft Seafoam. Card created for #gdp489 color challenge @global_design_project . Stamp & die bundle is called Impressions Abloom. #stampinup #cardmaker #cardmaking #cardmakingideas #cardmakinghobby #cardmakingchallenge #impressionsabloom #cardmakingreels #papercrafting
Ready for some springtime inspiration? I used the colors from @global_design_project #gdp489 challenge (Bubble Bath, Soft Sea Foam, Lemon Lolly) to create this card using the 'Imressions Abloom' bundle. This is super sneak, brand new bundle I receive
Ready for some springtime inspiration? I used the colors from @global_design_project #gdp489 challenge (Bubble Bath, Soft Sea Foam, Lemon Lolly) to create this card using the 'Imressions Abloom' bundle. This is super sneak, brand new bundle I received at OnStage. This bundle is so much fun, the dies are amazing. It'll be available for purchase in May. • How way to play along with @global_design_project : • Post your creation to Instagram or Facebook • Tag @global_design_project • Use the challenge Hashtag #gdp489 Are you ready for some BONUS inspiration on this Monday? It's time for another 'Monday Montage' insta hop. We are all sharing fabulous creations using Stampin’ Up! products. Next up in today’s insta hop is my friend Cheryl @nukumach1 Follow along with the Montage Montage crew on Instagram: Bree @Craftsomnia Cathy @sugarshackdesigns Charlet @i.heart.stamps - that’s me! Cheryl @nukumach1 Dani @danisthoughtfulcorner Elizabeth @seeinginkspots Emily @emkcreationsil Julie @creatingontherun - not hopping this week Rae Jean @mystampinmemories Wendy @tinkermom85 #stampinup #impressionsabloom #colorchallenge #cardmaker #cardmaking #handmadecard #papercrafting #mondaymontage
Anatomy of a swap! Watch me create multiples of this sweet butterfly card to trade with other cardmaker friends. While I wish it only took a minute, in reality making 20 cards takes a couple hours. Products used: Beautiful Butterflies Bundle Everyday Arches Dies Linked Together Dies Happy Day Stamp set Lost Lagoon Cardstock Pastel Ombré Glimmer Paper #stampinup #cardmaking #cardmakersofinstagram #swaps #onstage2025 #beautifulbutterflies #beautifulbutterfliesbundle #happiestdaystampset #everydayarches #Linkedtogether #cardmakersofinstagram #papercrafting #onceanartisanalwaysanartisan #stampinupartisan
Swaps! Stampin' Up! Artisans (past and present) organzied a card swap at OnStage. I received a handful of absolute beauties in trade for my card! Here was my make. I used many of my current favorites to create this card. Colors are Lost Lagoon and Le
Swaps! Stampin' Up! Artisans (past and present) organzied a card swap at OnStage. I received a handful of absolute beauties in trade for my card! Here was my make. I used many of my current favorites to create this card. Colors are Lost Lagoon and Lemon Lime Twist. Products used: Beautiful Butterflies Bundle Everyday Arches Dies Linked Together Dies Happy Day Stamp set #stampinup #cardmaker #cardmaking #swap #onstage2025 #beautifulbutterflies #beautifulbutterfliesbundle #happiestdaystampset #everydayarches #Linkedtogether #cardmakersofinstagram #papercrafting #onceanartisanalwaysanartisan #stampinupartisan
Hello! I rarely show my face on here but I thought I’d pop in between cards and say hello from Stampin’ Up! OnStage in Raleigh!!! My crafty HEART is so full catching up with old and new friends. The people are always the best part of any
Hello! I rarely show my face on here but I thought I’d pop in between cards and say hello from Stampin’ Up! OnStage in Raleigh!!! My crafty HEART is so full catching up with old and new friends. The people are always the best part of any experience, especially this one. I feel so lucky to catch up with my upline, old co-workers, the Artisan gals from various years, Monday Montage, TGIF challenges crew and even a sprinkle of Global Design Project peeps. So many lovely people who make my life better! It’s rare to find a place where you know so many people from decades of your life. Yay for stamping! I won’t spam you with all the many photos but here are a few. Yes, I’m usually a dork. ❤️❤️❤️
Sunshine and rainbows... such a fun theme.  I created this card for @global_design_project theme challenge #gdp487 - Lemon Lolly is such a fun yellow and I love it paired with Summer Splash. Bright and fresh. Stamp set is called Bright Skies. 

Are y
Sunshine and rainbows... such a fun theme. I created this card for @global_design_project theme challenge #gdp487 - Lemon Lolly is such a fun yellow and I love it paired with Summer Splash. Bright and fresh. Stamp set is called Bright Skies. Are you ready for some BONUS inspiration on this Monday? It's time for another 'Monday Montage' insta hop. My MM friends are all sharing fabulous creations using Stampin’ Up! products. Next up in today’s insta hop is my friend Cheryl @nukumach1 Follow along with the Montage Montage crew on Instagram: Bree @Craftsomnia Cathy @sugarshackdesigns Charlet @i.heart.stamps - that’s me! Cheryl @nukumach1 Dani @danisthoughtfulcorner Elizabeth @seeinginkspots Emily @emkcreationsil Julie @creatingontherun - not hopping this week Rae Jean @mystampinmemories Wendy @tinkermom85 WANT TO PLAY ALONG WITH THIS THEME CHALLENGE? • Create a new project with the current theme to play along with @global_design_project • Post your creation to Instagram or Facebook • Tag @global_design_project • Use the challenge Hashtag #gdp487 #stampinup #brightskies #brightskiesbundle #cardmaker #cardmaking #handmadecard #papercrafting #cloudcard ##brightskiesstampset #lemonlolly #summersplash #cardmakersofinstagram
My fav… pulling out an OLD stamp set from the stash to create a custom background. I played with type to match the background to the primary image using simple watercolor and stamps. Paint and stamp in same color. Easy. Color is Blackberry Bliss. Stamp sets are Stampin’ Up! oldies but goodies: Rough Type & PS I Love You. #stampinup #cardmaker #cardmaking #cardmakersofinstagram #useyourstash #cardmakingideas #cardmakingreels #papercrafting #handmadecard #cardmakingchallenge
All time favorite stamp set? How about favorite of the month? Year? I have so many "favs" and they rotate. Today we are sharing projects using our favorite stamp sets from our stash. There are certain stamp themes that I am certain to buy a
All time favorite stamp set? How about favorite of the month? Year? I have so many "favs" and they rotate. Today we are sharing projects using our favorite stamp sets from our stash. There are certain stamp themes that I am certain to buy and keep. Any stamp set with a typewriter... or camera image, purchased! I have loads. On this card I used two typewriter themed stamp sets. 'Rough Type', which is and old alphabet stamp set. Remember those? It seems like we don't have many aphabet stamp set options anymore. Good thing I kept so many around ... The typewriter image is from a stamp set called 'P.S. You're the Best'. Check out what my friends created using their favorite STASH stamps sets! Next up is @vickiboucher - And be sure to check out what all these talented people created! @simple_stamper @simplyfairies_kimfee @i.heart.stamps @vickiboucher @bellestampinwithann @stampin_met_monique #stampinup #usemystash #cardmaker #cardmaking #psiloveyou #roughtype #stamping #papercrafting #cardmakersofinstagram
Building blooms. 🌸🌸🌸 I think I spent the most time die-cutting flower bits for this card. Colors are: Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly, & Soft Seafoam. Card created for #gdp489 color challenge @global_design_project .

Stamp & die bundle is called
Ready for some springtime inspiration? I used the colors from @global_design_project #gdp489 challenge (Bubble Bath, Soft Sea Foam, Lemon Lolly) to create this card using the 'Imressions Abloom' bundle. This is super sneak, brand new bundle I receive
Anatomy of a swap! Watch me create multiples of this sweet butterfly card to trade with other cardmaker friends. While I wish it only took a minute, in reality making 20 cards takes a couple hours. 

Products used:
Beautiful Butterflies Bundle
Everyd
Swaps! Stampin' Up! Artisans (past and present) organzied a card swap at OnStage. I received a handful of absolute beauties in trade for my card! Here was my make. I used many of my current favorites to create this card. Colors are Lost Lagoon and Le Hello! I rarely show my face on here but I thought I’d pop in between cards and say hello from Stampin’ Up! OnStage in Raleigh!!! My crafty HEART is so full catching up with old and new friends. The people are always the best part of any Sunshine and rainbows... such a fun theme.  I created this card for @global_design_project theme challenge #gdp487 - Lemon Lolly is such a fun yellow and I love it paired with Summer Splash. Bright and fresh. Stamp set is called Bright Skies. 

Are y
My fav… pulling out an OLD stamp set from the stash to create a custom background. I played with type to match the background to the primary image using simple watercolor and stamps. Paint and stamp in same color. Easy. Color is Blackberry Bli
All time favorite stamp set? How about favorite of the month? Year? I have so many "favs" and they rotate. Today we are sharing projects using our favorite stamp sets from our stash. There are certain stamp themes that I am certain to buy a

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