Craft Beautiful Cards with the Mini Cut & Emboss Machine

By | March 9, 2022
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Stampin' Up! Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine | Just Stamp Celebrate Sunflowers & Wild Cats

Look what I made! Stamps, ink, paper and die cuts  cranked through the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine did this.

These two cards were crafted during a Facebook Live Happy Hour. I shared the projects along with supplies, measurements and the step-by-step instructions.

In case you missed it, I have linked the edited video below. Alternatively, you can click over to the YouTube Just Stamp YouTube channel and view. While you’re there, be sure to subscribe and set up notifications to be alerted of upcoming video tutorials.

To catch upcoming live presentations, follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook.

 

Meet the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

It’s one of my coolest tools in my world of card making. The Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine is the prime example of the idiom “good things come in small packages.”

Sitting literally within arms reach on my craft table, Mini is my latest BFF. Together Mini and I create ’til the wee hours of the morning, and I still am overcome with the same giddiness I experienced when I made my first card nearly 30 years ago. A few years later, I remember when I first cranked a die and paper through my personal cutting machine around 2008. I was cutting banners, letters, flowers, notecards — you name it it — night and day!

That was then. Now 20+ years later, the Mini cutting and embossing machine is the mighty thing in a small package. The Mini performs virtually the same jobs that the standard size Cut  & Emboss Machine, but it’s special.

  • It’s about half the size, and much lighter in weight. The compact sizing saves lots of precious space on the craft table.
  • Just like the standard size machine, the Mini cuts crisp and precise die cuts. It embosses, too.
  • The Mini is easy to use. Just like the standard machine, all plates are numbered and labeled, making it fast and easy to master operation.
  • The Mini is conveniently portable for packing up and crafting on the go. Take on a weekend getaway or to the all-day stamp camp. Just fold the platforms and carry with the comfortable handle.
  • The Mini is compatible with a large selection of Stampin’ Up! embossing folders and dies.
  • The Mini is regularly half the price of the standard machine.

Great news! Now through March 31, the Mini is 20% less! Regularly $60, the Mini will set you back just $48 plus tax and shipping. 

Here’s George from the Stampin’ Up! Home Office to share more amazing things the Mini can do.

 

Click HERE to learn how to emboss with the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.

Save On Select Compatible Bundles, Too!

Now through March 31, these bundles are discounted 20% off regular price. Be advised, this is While Supplies Lasts.

Stampin' Up! All Squared Away Bundle

All Squared Away Bundle #158381
Reg. $50 SALE $40

Stampin' Up! Art Gallery

Art Gallery Bundle #156227
Reg. $56 SALE $44.75

Stampin' Up! Beauty of Friendship

Beauty of Friendship Bundle #155834
Reg. $58 SALE $46.25

Stampin' Up! Celebrate Sunflowers

Celebrate Sunflowers Bundle #154065
Reg. $57 SALE $45.50

Stampin' Up! Garden Wishes

Garden Wishes Bundle #156220
Reg. $57 SALE $45.50

Stampin' Up! Hydrangea Haven

Hydrangea Haven Bundle #159519
Reg. $58 SALE $46.25

Stampin' Up! Pansy Patch

Pansy Patch Bundle #155674
Reg. $57 SALE $45.50

Stampin' Up! Quiet Meadow

Quiet Meadow Bundle #155847
Reg. $59 SALE $47

Stampin' Up! Seascape Bundle

Seascape Bundle #158359
Reg. $52 SALE $41.50

Stampin' Up! Sweet As A Peach

Sweet As A Peach Bundle #155823
Reg. $41 SALE $32.75

Stampin' Up! Welcoming Window

Welcoming Window Bundle #156220
Reg. $56 SALE $44.75

Stampin' Up! What's Cooking

What’s Cookin’ Bundle #155845
Reg. $51 SALE $40.75

Stampin' Up! Wild Cats

Wild Cats Bundle #155507
Reg. $43 SALE $34.25

Just Stamp Gift With Purchase

Get your Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine at 20% savings and receive TWO free class tutorials when you shop with the Host Code HNE7BSW4 by March 15, 2022.

SHOP HERE

Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin with Bonus Projects

By | March 7, 2022
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February Paper Pumpkin Kit

Safari-inspired animals, beautiful botanicals, and playful patterns were the highlights of February’s Paper Pumpkin kit. The whimsical kit makes 9 wildly playful full-size cards perfect for kids and the young at heart. A roller skating elephant, a hula-hooping orangutan and a cupcake-wielding giraffe — all so silly.

The subscription kit is always a deal! For only $23.50, everything you need to create fun projects is delivered directly to your mailbox. Greater value is packed inside each box with the exclusive stamp set and ink each kit delivers. Subscribe by the 10th to receive this month’s kit.

Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin

The beauty of the Paper Pumpkin kits is that you can create the fun projects as designed, and CONTINUE creating with the exclusive stamp set and ink that each kit contains. Here are the Bonus projects I created by adding paper from my stash, along with additional ink colors.

Bonus 1: Welcome Baby

Safari Celebration Bonus Project

Knowing a Welcome Baby card would be useful in my card stash, I modified one of the kit projects. On a Basic White 2 5/8″ circle die cut, I layered the upper body of  the elephant. The snipped roller skates are on the inside of the card, along with sentiments.

Safari Celebration Bonus Project

 

 Bonus 2: Happy Birthday Orangutan

Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin Bonus Project

What can make a hula-hooping orangutan more amusing? How ’bout juggling frosted cupcakes! The card base and vellum circle were cannibalized from another kit project. The cupcake image and greeting are included in the exclusive stamp set.

Bonus 3: You Are So Amazing

Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin Bonus Project

Kit die cuts and patterned paper borrowed from a kit envelope created an all-occasion card with a more mature look.

I created the kit projects as designed and three bonus cards during a monthly Paper Pumpkin Escape episode on Facebook’s Just Stamp with AnaMarie page. All supplies, measurements and step-by-step instructions are provided. In case you missed it, here is an edited tutorial. Be sure to Follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook and set your notifications to be advised whenever I go LIVE.

Want more details and alternative projects about the February kit? Click over to the Paper Pumpkin blog HERE.

Upcoming March Kit, Beyond the Horizon

Beyond the Horizon Paper Pumpkin

The deadline to subscribe for the next kit is March 10. The Beyond the Horizon kit includes watercolor prints and designs inspired by the beautiful nature around us to create nine cards and coordinating envelopes. And paper pieces that perfectly coordinate with the New Horizons Suite Collection in the January–June 2022 Mini Catalog.

Kit Details

  • Includes all the supplies you need to create nine cards and coordinating envelopes.
  • An all-occasion stamp set to express gratitude, greetings, and gorgeous little designs.
  • A FREE stamp set to celebrate how grateful we are to have YOU as a subscriber. (That’s TWO stamp sets in one kit!)
  • Paper pieces and embellishments that coordinate perfectly with the New Horizons Suite Collection in our January–June 2022 Mini Catalog.
  • Elegant watercolor designs

Yay! The March kit will include two stamp sets! The bonus FREE stamp set is a big THANK YOU to all Paper Pumpkin subscribers.

Beyond the Horizon Paper Pumpkin Bonus Stamp Set

Want to create the special Paper Pumpkin projects? Subscribe by March 10 to receive the Beyond the Horizon kit with bonus stamp set. Subscribe here.

Show Off Two-Sided Designer Paper with a Pleated Fun Fold

By | February 19, 2022
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Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Fun Fold

 

This Fun Fold Shows Off Both Sides of Designer Paper

Is it hard for you to choose? Some pretty patterned papers make it difficult to decide which side to spotlight when crafting a handmade card.

Deliberate no more! This pleated fun fold card template showcases BOTH sides of patterned papers. One side is featured on the front, but the reverse side is strategically exposed as well — BOTH sides get fair exposure.

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Fun Fold

 

Step-by-Step Video Tutorial

Crafting the fun fold to show off the paper is easy. During this week’s Happy Hour with Just Stamp on Facebook Live, I shared the project along with supplies, measurements and the step-by-step instructions.

In case you missed it, I have linked the edited video below. Alternatively, you can click over to the YouTube Just Stamp YouTube channel and view. While you’re there, bemsure to subscribe and set up notifications to be alerted of upcoming video tutorials.

To catch upcoming live presentations, follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook.

Daffodil Card Class

Choose Class in the Mail or Live, In Person Crafting

Just Stamp | Daffodil Cards Class

Craft pretty spring cards for Easter, Mother’s Day or Just Because with your choice of THREE Options! Choose the Daffodil Cards Class in the Mail, In Person or PDF Download option. CLICK HERE for details.

Handmade Cards Three Ways with Daffodil Daydream by Stampin’ Up!

By | February 12, 2022
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Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

I love options! With the Daffodil Daydream Bundle featured in the January to June Mini Catalog, Stampin’ Up! has provided lots of creative options. Dramatic patterned paper called Daffodil Afternoon offered for free during the semi-annual Sale-a-bration promotion adds yet more options when paper crafting with the magnificent daffodils.

Here are three ways to craft with this lovely bundle featuring one of spring’s prettiest flowers.

Stamp, Color, Die Cut

Project number one showcases the beautiful sprays of daffodils on a Basic White ornate frame. The happy flowers have been colored using Stampin’ Blends and die cut with the outline dies included in the coordinating die set. Gingham and scallop lace ribbon create a soft, pretty card perfect for celebrating milestones like births, anniversaries, birthdays and successes.

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

Scrap Background and Die Cut Daffodils

Project number two showcases the happy flowers constructed with layered die cuts created with the coordinating dies set.

Patterned paper scraps in 1″ widths were adhered to a Very Vanilla layer, then cut into  1 1/4″ panels. After adhering the panels to the card base, the daffodils were constructed with die cuts of Daffodil Delight and Very Vanilla card stock. The dies set conveniently offers two dies of the same style, making it possible to cut a full flower with only one pass through the Mini Cut & Emboss machine.

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

Coordinating Patterned Paper as the Focal Point

Project number three was crafted with the coordinating Designer Series Paper that is a Sale-a-bration gift choice. One sheet of the paper pack has two wide borders of a daffodil field. The border was first cut to 4″ and the daffodils were then silhouette cut to create a striking card front focal image. Vellum was added behind the daffodil field to soften the Old Olive card base.

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream | Just Stamp Crafting Three Ways

 

The step-by-step video tutorial and measurements, along with supply and tool details, were shared during Happy Hour with Just Stamp on Facebook. A clean video is linked below.

To view similar tutorials subscribe to the Just Stamp YouTube channel. To catch live presentations, follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook.

Daffodil Daydream Bundle Three Ways Project Supplies

 

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Daydream

Daffodil Daydream Bundle
#157795 $54.75

Stampin' Up! Daffodil Afternoon

Daffodil Afternoon 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper
#158127  Sale-a-Bration Free Gift

Get Two Free Gifts

Receive the Bumble Bee Trinkets as a gift from me when you place an order of $50+ now through Monday, Feb. 14, using the Host Code W9RTKFRF. You will also qualify for a FREE Sale-a-bration pick.

Shop Here

The No Brainer Deal

Stampin' Up! Starter Kit Offer

Would you like to select $125 of your favorite items and receive two Bonus stamp sets for only $99? This is the offer from Stampin’ Up! through the end of February.

There’s more. You pay NO shipping. Plus, you’ll receive a bonus Paper Pumpkin kit with YOUR choices.

The Starter Kit is always the BEST deal, but not just because of the value of the products. The best value of the Starter Kit begins when you join the Stampin’ Up! and Stamparista Team, a crafty community of stampers. Click HERE to learn more about the perks.

JOIN HERE

Hugs & Kisses Paper Pumpkin with Bonus Projects

By | February 4, 2022
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Jan 2022 Paper Pumpkin Bonus Projects by Just Stamp

January Paper Pumpkin Kit

This month’s all-inclusive subscription kit is all about Valentines & Galentines Day. The Kisses & Hugs kit makes 10 elegant shaped cards that are beautiful. Soft colors and gold accents create Valentines and Galentines to send heartwarming wishes this February 13 or 14.

The kit is a deal! For only $22, everything you need to create fun projects is delivered directly to your mailbox. Greater value is packed inside each box with the exclusive stamp set and ink each kit delivers.

The beauty of the Paper Pumpkin kits is that you can create the fun projects as designed, and CONTINUE creating with the exclusive stamp set and ink that each kit contains. Here are the Bonus projects I created by adding paper from my stash, along with additional ink colors.

Jan 2022 Paper Pumpkin Bonus Projects by Just Stamp

Bonus 1

After completing the shaped cards in the kit, there were leftovers! I added Simply Marbleous Designer Series Paper, a Sale-a-Bration gift choice, to create an elegant project. Gold Shimmer Ribbon added the pop of pizzazz.

Jan 2022 Paper Pumpkin Bonus Projects by Just Stamp

 

Jan 2022 Paper Pumpkin Bonus Projects by Just Stamp Bonus 2

The kit’s spotted stamp helped create a soft layer to showcase a sweet sentiment with two Flirty Flamingo hearts. Card stock scraps were cut to 1 x 4 1/2″ and added to the card base. Tiny hearts in Flirty Flamingo were punched with the Dog punch, now retired.

 

 

Jan 2022 Paper Pumpkin Bonus Projects by Just Stamp

Bonus 3

The kits collection of small images inked up a fun, DIY designer series paper that was trimmed to narrow strips and matted on a Real Red card base to create a traditional Valentines card.

I created the kit projects as designed and three bonus cards during a monthly Paper Pumpkin Escape episode on Facebook’s Just Stamp with AnaMarie page. All supplies, measurements and step-by-step instructions are provided. In case you missed it, here is an edited tutorial. Be sure to Follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook and set your notifications to be advised whenever I go LIVE.

 

Upcoming February Kit, Safari Celebration

February 2022 Paper Pumpkin

Kit Details

  • Supplies to create nine cards and coordinating envelopes
  • Uplifting stamp set with celebratory sentiments
  • Stamps that say “yay!”, “fantastic!”, and other fun phrases
  • Paper pieces in colors from each of our current In Color collections
  • Safari-inspired shapes and patterns you’ll go wild for!

Want to create the special Paper Pumpkin projects? Subscribe by Feb. 10 to receive the Safari Celebration kit. Subscribe here.

Birthday Day Cards for Beginners, Experienced, Advanced Stampers

By | January 22, 2022
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Celebrating a birthday might be the Number 1 reason to send a greeting card.

This is the reason the Just Stamp Birthday Cards Series was born.

The Just Stamp Birthday Cards Series premiered earlier this month. Each episode presents 3-4 birthday cards to suit women, men, girls, boys, friends, family, co-workers — anyone.

Episode 2 featured the Kite Delight Stamp Set and included cards for beginning, experienced and advanced stampers.

Stampin' Up! Kite Delight

Kite Delight #157748  $18

Card 1 for Beginning Stampers

Stampin' Up! Kite Delight for Beginners

Simple Stamping

It doesn’t get any simpler than stamps, paper and ink. Card 1 requires minimal tools, one stamp set and two inks.

Card 2 for Experienced Stampers

Stepped Up Stamping

The layout and design for Card 2 includes layers and die cuts/punches. The design also introduces patterned papers for the background and twine/ribbon for texture.

Stampin' Up! Sunshine & Rainbows

Stampin’ Up! Sunshine & Rainbows
Free Sale-a-Bration Gift

Card 3 for Advanced Stampers

Technique Stamping

The final birthday card for the Kite Delight class combines three card making techniques: die cutting, heat embossing and color blending.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

This Birthday Cards Class Episode 2 was presented during Facebook Live  with Just Stamp. In case you missed it, I’ve inserted it here. To view similar tutorials subscribe to the Just Stamp YouTube channel. To catch live presentations, follow Just Stamp with AnaMarie on Facebook.

Be sure to FOLLOW and LIKE Just Stamp with AnaMarie to be notified of Facebook LIVE events and notifications.

Just Stamp Kite Delight Class

Free Class Kit

Receive the project materials prepped and ready for relaxing, easy crafting. Place a minimum $35 order using the Host Code DDCTYY4D by Monday, Jan. 24, 2022. Orders of $50+ receive an extra Bonus from me AND a Sale-a-Bration gift.

Shop Here

 

Give It a Whirl Interactive Card Featuring Stampin’Up!’s Sale-a-bration Otterly Awesome

By | January 14, 2022
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Will you be sending out handmade cards this Valentine’s Day? It’s one of the top card and gift-giving days of the year. It’s NOT just for lovers!

Connect with your peeps by sending a sweet handmade greeting to friends and family. Don’t have Valentine’s Day stamps? Look beyond Valentine’s Day stamps to get you started handcrafting special cards.

Take Stampin’ Up!’s Otterly Awesome. Today’s fun card example features a set you can snag for FREE with a $50 purchase during Stampin’ Up!’s BEST promotion of the year called Sale-a-Bration!

Awesome Otters features cute ocean critters peeking, floating and dancing. What could be CUTER?? It’s PERFECT for V-Day! Add the interactive element using the Give It a Whirl Die Set and the card becomes extra special to the 10th exponent!

Stampin' Up! Otterly Awesome

Otterly Awesome FREE with $50 Purchase

 

Give It a Whirl Dies # 154336 $39

Take a peek at the interactivity.

Stampin' Up! Give it a Whirl | Just Stamp Interactive Valentines Day Card Featuring Otterly Awesome

The “UR Otterly Awesome” card was the featured project during the today’s Happy Hour with Just Stamp on Facebook. Every Friday afternoon at 4 PST I go LIVE on my Facebook Page, Just Stamp with AnaMarie, and I share a project or class. I invite you to join me HERE.

In case you missed this week’s episode demonstrating how to make this fun card, I’ve embedded the edited version here. I share the materials, tools, measurements and step-by-step instructions to inspire you and help you create the project.

You can see how easy it is to make this fun interactive card when you use the Give It a Whirl Dies. The die set includes all the cutting tools you need to easily create spinner cards.

Want a Masculine Option?

Switch the card base color to Sahara Sand and add Real Red hearts. Easy peasy.

 

Man, women, young and old — the is a special Valentine’s Day card for all. Click here to shop for supplies.

In The Mail Card Class | Flowering Tulips Now Open

By | January 12, 2022
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This is For Them — A Gift for Valentine’s Day

Flowering Tulips Card Set
Cards in the Mail

Just Stamp Flowering Tulips Cards Set

Create a gift for Valentine’s Day! Handcrafted card set is a beautiful gift for Valentine’s Day and beyond. Or, use the cards individually for birthdays, sending thanks or just reaching out.
This class includes four full size cards, including a birthday gift card holder and fun spinner.
  • Two birthday cards
  • Thank you card
  • “Thinking of You” card
  • Mini Magazine Holder
Everything will be measured, cut and coordinated for you to stamp and assemble anytime, any place, anywhere. I do the prep for you so its perfect for all skill levels!

There are FOUR Options for this Class

Option 1: Class Kit with Flowering Tulips Bundle $91
Option 2: Class Kit without Bundle $39
Option 3: Step-by-Step PDF tutorial $9.95
Option 4: Stamparista Team Members $27

Option 1 – $91

  • Half Package of Flowering Fields Designer Series Paper
  • Full Pack of Embellishments
  • Evening Evergreen Windowpane Check Ribbon
  • Cardstock and die cuts for 4 full size cards and Mini Magazine Holder
  • Step-by-Step PDF
  • Flowering Tulip Bundles*
  • Level 1 Sale-a-Bration Gift
  • Shipping to your door step
*Discounted Price. Pay No Shipping, No tax.

Stampin' Up! Flowering Tulips Bundle

Option 2 Card Kit Only – $39

  • Half Package of Flowering Fields Designer Series Paper
  • Full Pack of Embellishments
  • Evening Evergreen Windowpane Check Ribbon
  • Cardstock and die cuts for 4 full size cards and Mini Magazine Holder
  • Step-by-Step PDF
  • Shipping to your door step

This is the option for those who already own the Flowering Tulips Bundle. You will need it to complete the class projects as designed.

Option 3 PDF Tutorial – 9.95

  • Step-by-Step PDF Only

Option 4 – $27

Stamparista Team Members – My first level team members can purchase this option for the make and take kits and PDF. This is a perk for belonging to my team!

 

To complete the cards as designed these supplies are necessary. Alternatively, you can substitute a similar stamp set.

  • Flowering Tulips Bundle #157678
  • Poppy Parade Ink #147050
  • Mango Melody Ink #147093
  • Calypso Coral Ink #147101
  • Pear Pizzazz Ink #147104
  • Acrylic Blocks or Stamparatus #146276
  • Adhesives: Multi-purpose Liquid Glue #110755 $4, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals #144108
    Stampin’ Seal+ #149699
General Crafting Supplies
Paper Trimmer #152392 $25
Bone Folder #102300 $7
Paper Snips #103579 $10
Simply Shammy #147402 $8

Options

Would you like add any additional supplies? Would you like free Porch Pick-up?  Questions? I’d love to help. Email me at amp@anamariepalmerin.com
Click here for registration link. Or Call/Text 951.782.8979.