Inspire Create Share: Stampin Up Convention 2014 Card Swap

I am so excited, and a little overwhelmed to have the opportunity to attend Stampin Up’s 2014 convention: Inspire. Create Share!

As part of a new recruit incentive, I was able to attend convention for FREE!! The attendance was waived for new recruits so I only need cover my expenses.

One of the big parts of convention is the swapping. There are many organized swaps, in addition to the ‘general swaps’. Essentially guests of the convention go around networking with other demonstrators, and instead of exchanging business cards, we will exchange GREETING cards! How cool is that?! The purpose is to get ideas for workshops and share your ideas with others. Initially I didn’t plan on making general swap cards as I was on a very limited budget – but the more I thought about it I changed my mind. This is my first convention, and in the chance that I do not have the opportunity again to go back I wanted to make sure I make the most of this experience.

 

Here are my cards that I made for the organized swap:

 

Robot Boys Will Be Boys Stampin Up card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

Robot Boys Will Be Boys Stampin Up card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

 

Here are the two cards that I made for the general swaps – these are both past projects that I made in workshops:

 

Just Sayin Stampin Up 'Love Ya' Word Bubble card Stampin Up Convention Swap by Wendie Bee

Just Sayin Stampin Up ‘Love Ya’ Word Bubble card Stampin Up Convention Swap by Wendie Bee

 

The second card is also a previous workshop project:

Perfect Blend Coffee Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

Perfect Blend Coffee Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

 

 

I will be live tweeting from Convention so be sure to follow me on Twitter:  @stamprightup

You can also see fun pictures of the highlights on my facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/StampRightUp?ref=br_rs

Vancouver Area Card Making Workshop: Birthday Bash!

Phewf! It’s been a little while since I have been able to post an update for you all!  A lot has changed for me, and I am now back in British Columbia in New Westminster.  Now that my craft room is all unpacked I am finally able to hold card making workshops again.  (YAY!)

The first class I did was a huge success so I hope that some of you will be able to join me for my second workshop in New Westminster. The theme for this card making workshop is “Birthday Bash”. Birthdays happen all throughout the year – so be prepared for them! This workshop will feature 3 cards: one feminine, one masculine and one junior (child / tween) card.

All the materials you need will be provided to make each card, all you will need to bring with you is basic supplies like Tombow or snail, pop dots / dimensionals and fine pointed scissors along with any other tools you find useful when crafting! I provide the project kits, complete with all materials and pre-cut card stock; all you need to do is learn the fun techniques and assemble the projects!

 

Here is the masculine birthday card design we will be making in this workshop:

Stampin Up Traveler, World Map & Postage Due Masculine Birthday Card by Wendie Bee Stampin Up Traveler, World Map & Postage Due Masculine Birthday Card by Wendie Bee

 

Here is what I used to make this card – click the item to purchase the supplies in my online store:

STAMPS:

 

CARD STOCK:

 

INK:

 

 

MISC:

 

A Perfect Blend: coffee gift card holder & card in one!

This weekend I just recently got my “Perfect Blend” stamp set from Stampin Up. I saw it in the catalog but didn’t think I loved it… until it arrived.  I give a lot of coffee gift cards throughout the year to many people as thank you gifts and I wanted to come up with something that is non-seasonal. Here is what I came up with:

 

 

 

Perfect Blend Coffee Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

Perfect Blend Coffee Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

 

Here are the supplies I used to make this card:

Stamps:  Perfect Blend, Dictionary background stamp

Paper:

  • Card base:  Chocolate Chip
  • Layer / mat:  crumb cake, very vanilla
  • Cup: whisper white

Ink:  Crumb cake, chocolate chip

Tools:  Word bubble framelit

Misc:  Early espresso 1/8″ ribbon, gold sequins

 

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To order any of the supplies used for this project call me today 514-482-4653 or email at stamprightup@hotmail.com

I can ship anywhere in Canada, including Quebec for as low as 10% of your order (before tax)!  • Now it’s even easier to shop with me!  I accept Credit cards, email money transfer and Paypal.

Video Tutorial: Stampin Up Circle Framelits Rainbow Card

I can’t believe it!! My first video tutorial!! It’s *really* basic, so be gentle with me – but I have an even better understanding of what I will do different next time so each video will get better and better!!

 

For my first video, I chose to do a tutorial on how to make the rainbow card I posted recently (click to find the list of supplies you will need to make this card)

 

Rainbow Circle Framelit Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

Rainbow Circle Framelit Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

 

 

 

Stampin Up Circle Framelit Rainbow Card #1

Spring is a little late this year, so I thought I would create my own happy spring right in my craft room!

This rainbow card is SUPER easy to make, and took about half an hour start to finish. AND it made TWO rainbows, so I can make two cards at a time!

This is the first one I made – be sure to check back as I will be posting my second card, along with a tutorial on how to create them!

Rainbow Circle Framelit Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

Rainbow Stampin Up Circle Framelit Card by Wendie Bee of Stamp Right Up

 

Here are the supplies I used to make this card:

Stamps:  Delightful Dozen (sentiment)

Paper:

  • Rainbow:  (Listed in order from largest to smallest):  Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Gumball Green, Tempting Turquoise, Soft Sky
  • Card base:  Night of Navy
  • Layer / mat:  naturals cardstock

Ink:  Night of Navy

Tools:  Circle Framelits, small heart punch

Misc:  Silver ribbon

Stampin Up Sale-A-Bration Banner Blast Card

With Sale-A-Bration is coming to a close, I thought I would share this card I cased using the Banner Blast stamp and coordinating punch set.  I just LOVE how easy this card is to make!!  I saw this card in my meanderings through social media somewhere and just HAD to case it – I love the clean & simple design.  I made a few of these cards to keep on hand to have ready when I want to send someone a note – this card is SUPER easy and quick to make multiples of at one time; almost easier than making only one!!

 

SaleABration 2014 Banner Blast by Stamp Right Up Sale-A-Bration 2014 Banner Blast by Stamp Right Up

 

Here are the supplies I used to make this card:

Stamps:  Banner Blast, Delightful Dozen (sentiment)

Paper:  Crumb cake, whisper white (inside panel & stamped images)

Ink:  Crisp Cantaloupe, Coastal Cabana, Smoky Slate, Daffodil Delight, Pistachio Pudding

Tools:  Banner blast punch, itty bitty shapes pack flower punch

Misc:  Sweet Sorbet Crisp Cantaloupe cord, pearl

 

*If this is your design, please comment below with the link to your original card so that I can give you credit for the design*

 

Want to create this project yourself?  I can show you how!  Contact me anytime to get the tutorial or RSVP FOR A WORKSHOP

To order any of the supplies used for this project call me today to place your order 514-482-4653 or email at stamprightup@hotmail.com

I can ship anywhere in Canada, including Quebec for as low as 10% of your order (before tax)!  • Now it’s even easier to shop with me!  I accept Credit cards, email money transfer and Paypal.

 

 

 

Stampin Up Petite Petals in my pocket

A family friend sent me this denim pocket stamp to cheer me up. I thought it would pair perfectly with Stampin Up’s new Petite Petals stamp & punch set. I also used the teeny tiny flower punch and the stamp from the Sale-A-Bration set. The banner and sentiment is from Lawn Fawn.

Here is the card I made with it & sent her to say thank you:

 

Stampin Up Petite Petals in Denim Pocket by Wendie Bee Stamp Right Up

Stampin Up Petite Petals in Denim Pocket by Wendie Bee Stamp Right Up

Valentine’s Day: Squirrels In Love

Just a quick post today to show you a card I made for Eric – we have an inside joke about squirrels, and since Stampin Up doesn’t have any squirrel stamps I went to my local scrapbook store & got this set from Kaiser Craft

Kaiser Craft Squirrels In Love Card by Wendie Bee

Kaiser Craft Squirrels In Love Card by Wendie Bee

A special thanks to Cee Cee for the inspiration for this card – I pretty much cased the entire thing, but just changed the paper & colors to fit with the supplies I had on hand.

SALE!! Stampin Up Weekly Deals: Feb 11 – 18 2014 ~ 20% off

Yahoo!! It’s that time again – this week’s deals are great.  I always seem to find something I want. (Great for me, terrible for my wallet).

The floral framelits, that coordinate with the Daydream medallions set, but they can be used for so many other things.  I haven’t had the chance to order them, but will certainly be adding them to my order this week!

 

Stampin Up Weekly Deals - FEB 11 - 18 - Wendie Bee Montreal Demonstrator

Stampin Up Weekly Deals – FEB 11 – 18 – Wendie Bee Montreal Demonstrator

Stampin Up: Speech Bubble Dies & Retro Fresh Washi

Hiya Stampers,

Just a quick post today to share a card I made for Eric’s Grandmother who spoiled us with cake & presents on our most recent visit.  I love spending time with family  ❤

They have a budgie bird named Pom Pom, so I wanted to incorporate a bird in the card somehow… He is bright colors so I wanted to make sure the card reflected that as well.

Here is what I came up with:

Stampin Up retro fresh washi tape Merci / Thank You card by Montreal Demonstrator Wendie Bee Stampin Up retro fresh washi tape Merci / Thank You card by Montreal Demonstrator Wendie Bee

Stampin Up’s retro fresh washi tape made this card ridiculously easy & quick to make on the fly (last minute).  The only cutting of paper was the card base and first layer… the tape I just pulled off a piece and layered each design onto the card.  I used markers to clor the toucan bird, and fussy cut him out and adhering him using dimensionals

Here’s a really neat trick:  Here is how I created a layered effect for the speech bubble :

  1. Die cut bottom layer of speech bubble in solid colored card stock.
  2. Using the same die, I placed it on white card stock then with a pencil, traced the shaoe on the INSIDE of the die.
  3. With the “Remerciements” stamp set, I used the small ‘merci’ stamp, inked in tangerine tango, coastal cabana, soft suede & so saffron
  4. Finally, I fussy cut along my pencil lines and popped up the cut out piece using dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by. And don’t forget – your comments are always welcome and appreciated!!

 

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Want to create this card yourself?  I can show you how!  Contact me anytime to RSVP FOR A WORKSHOP or to place your order. I can ship anywhere in Canada, including Quebec for as low as 10% of your order (before tax)!

Now it’s even easier to shop with me!  I accept Credit cards, email money transfer and Paypal.

Call me today to place your order 514-482-4653 or email at stamprightup@hotmail.com