Create With Paper, Sylvie Drader Stampin' Up! Demonstrator in Canada

Round Corners

Rounded corners look really cool on any project. The corner rounder punch from Stampin' Up! is great for that. There are some little tricks to using this punch.  If you're having trouble achieving the results you want, watch this helpful training video. We hope these tips and tricks will help you better utilize your 3/16" Corner Punch.

 

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Tool Tip: Grid Paper

Is the grid paper (#102787) only for classes? Of course not!

It has many uses for any crafters at home. Being over 16" x 10", it protects your stamping surface. The grid lines make line up items on your project a snap.

You can also use use it as scratch paper (to clean up the blender pen or aqua painter for example).

There is also space to jot down notes.

Make sure to add a pad of grid paper to your next order. You'll wonder how you ever did without it.

Happy Easter

Happy Easter! He is risen! Jesus paid the penalty for my sin and came back to life. What an incredible act of love... and that has made all the difference in my life!

I thought today I would share a special time I had recently with my granddaughters. They had SO much fun with the Two-Step Bird punch! Wallpaper samples, a sheet of copy paper, some glue and the punch - that's all that was needed to keep them happy and creating for a while. The punch is so easy to use that they hardly needed help with it. I was amazed! 

And this punch is not just a bird and a branch... it's also petals and stems for flowers. Did you see the tulips I posted yesterday? Quite versatile this punch! Let me know if you would like to order it.

Tool Tip: Forget Me Not Keeper

Spring cleaning? Time to get organized? The "Forget Me Not Keeper" by Stampin' Up! is what you need!

This versatile, archival container provides a convenient way to store and organize photos, or to use as a card organizer for remembering the important people in your life. The twelve dividers allow you to organize photos by theme, month, or occasion.

■ White polypropylene with Silver metal snaps
■ 12 polypropylene dividers included
■ 8-5/8" long x 6-5/8" wide x 5" high when assembled
■ Ships flat
■ Archival quality, assembles quickly and easily
■ Holds approximately 720 photos

Don't forget to order this fantastic tool (item# 105525) to keep you organized.

Tool Tip: Tabletop Paper Cutter

A paper cutter is a basic tool for all card makers and scrapbookers. I just love Stampin' Up!'s tabletop paper cutter! Here is why:

- All edges are clean with any card stock. No more frayed edges on the Whisper White card stock.

- When my cards are not folded quite straight (does that ever happen to you?) I can trim off the smidge and it's all straight again.

- I never have to replace (and pay) for a blade.

- Measuring 17-3/8” x 7-1/8” x 2-3/4” with a detachable arm, I can easily cut a 12"x12" piece of card stock.

- I can cut 2 or 3 layers of card stock at a time, saving me time.

Ready to get your own? Shop online (item 106959) or email me.

Tool Tip: Cutter Kit

You'll love this portable cutting kit (Item #106958). This handy kit includes all of the tools you’ll need to perforate, cut, score, or distress your paper. It’s perfect for projects on the go! Includes a paper distressing tool and 3 Mini rotary tools: Cutting tool, perforating tool, and scoring tool.

• Want to build a card with an attached bookmark? Instead of just scoring the fold line, use the perforating tool. The recipient can then easily separate the bookmark from the card.


• Want to make "hills" on your project but frustrated with the little nicks left by the scissors? Use the rotary cutter and your Cutting Mat. You can then roll a wave on your paper - all smooth curves, no nicks.


• Want to distress the edges of you project? Use the distressing tool and it's done in a jiffy.


• Of course scoring your cards before folding them gives you a much neater finish. The rotary scoring tool part of this kit is ideal for the job.

Don't forget to add this very handy tool to your next order.

If you would like to place an order, browse and shop at my online store or email me. Your order will be delivered to your door anywhere in Canada. Orders over $50 qualify you for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate. This offer is available only through me.

Tool Tip: Color Spritzer

Want an airbrush effect on your project? This is the tool for you: the Color Spritzer Tool (#107066).

Insert the marker of your choice in the holder, squeeze the bulb and there you go. You will have to experiment a bit to get the effect you are after.

This tool is a must when looking for a vintage look so popular these days. And remember that Stampin' Up! markers will always coordinate with the colors in your project.

Add some pizzazz to your project today with a Color Spritzer Tool. Let me know if you need to order one. 

Tool Tip: Crop-A-Dile

What kind of a tool is that? Pretty scary looking if you ask me!

The crop-a-dile is quite a multipurpose tool. With it you can:

• punch 2 sizes of holes through just about anything including thick chipboard, CDs, stack of sticky notes and more...
• set jumbo eyelets
• set regular eyelets
• set snaps and other embellishments
• dry emboss small circles

And it does all this silently. No more waking up the family when setting eyelets late into the night...

Here are its two companion products:

jumbo eyelets

metallic eyelets

 

 

 

If you would like to place an order, browse and shop at my online store or email me. Your order will be delivered to your door anywhere in Canada. Orders over $50 qualify you for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate. This offer is available only through me.

Tool Tip: the Crimper

This tool is wonderful to add dimension and texture to a card or scrapbook page.  

Just position your card stock, squeeze the handle and turn the crank. Easy to use!

You can crimp card stock, Designer Series paper, envelopes, even On Board Chipboard.

For example:

- Punch a heart or a circle or any other shape, run it through the crimper, add to your project.

- Run a strip of Old Olive card stock through to simulate grass on your project.

- Close an envelope, cut it 1/3 and 2/3. Take the large piece, run it through the crimper. Now you can use the 1/3 piece as a lid and it will fit nicely. Of course, you need to decorate your envelope first.

Don't have a crimper yet? Give me a call (250 - 962 1674) or an email to place your order.

Punched Borders and Corners: a New Video

Have you seen Stampin' Up!'s new punches? They have a new design that makes even the larger punches easy to use. How easy? Well, I asked an 84 year old customer (Susie is so sweet) and a 6 year old child to try them... and they punched the Extra Large Fancy Flower with no problem!

Then there are the new corner and border punches. They are so pretty! They are a little tricky to use, however. So here is a video with Bonnie Thurber that will give you some great instructions. Watch out, she will "punch you out" with her ideas!

Do you realize that right now when you buy three full size punches ($22.95) you can get the Scallop Trim Border for free?

Of course, this is only one example of the Sale-A-Bration promotion. Browse this brochure to see all the items you can earn for free with every $65 order.

Let me know if you would like to take advantage of this promotion.

Tool Tip: Circle Scissors Plus

The Circle Scissors Plus (#112530) is a wonderful tool for cutting circles, perfect circles every time.

** No more jagged edges that you would get when trying to cut a circle with scissors.

** Choose any size circle between 1 and 6 inches, on a continuum. No risk of needing a circle "in-between" two sizes. It is very easy to adjust for the perfect size.

** Cuts through paper, card stock, photos.

** The transparent center allows you to see where you are cutting... easy to choose which part of a photo you want.

** You can cut or draw circles. The holder can adjust for various pen sizes. It also comes with a replacement blade. More can also be ordered.

** It is recommended to use a glass mat to keep the blade sharp.

I would love to show you how to use this tool. Contact me to set up a time.

Tool Tip: Bone Folder

Have you ever had trouble getting a nice crisp fold on your project? The bone folder comes to the rescue.

You can use the tip to score your card stock. Place your ruler where you want the fold and run the bone folder along the ruler.

Use one of the beveled edges to smooth the crease once your have folded your card stock. I like to line up my card stock properly and the score line will naturally do its job. If you rely primarily on the score line you may get a crooked project.

Use the bone folder to distress the edges of your card stock.Great also for making "faux suede." Watch for a tutorial on this technique soon.

Add the bone folder to your next order, you will reach for it all the time.

Tool Tip: Adhesives

Stampin' Up! carries a number of adhesives, each with its own purpose. You can see them all on p. 192 of the Idea Book & Catalogue or here online.
All of them are acid-free.

• 2-way Glue Pen: temporary when allowed to dry before adhering (it becomes just like a sticky note) or permnanent when adhered promptly. Great for glitter or stencils.
   
• SNAIL adhesive: this is my favourite. I don't get glue all over my fingers with this double-sided tape. Plus you can get refills. Great for cards and scrapbook pages as it is "dry" glue. Make sure to press well for best adherence.
   
• Glue dots: super sticky they are great for buttons and other 3-D elements. They come in two sizes, mini and pop-up.
   
• Stampin' Dimensionals: 1/16" thick foam dots, they are great for popping elements off the page. With 300 to a package, they go a long ways.
   
• Anywhere Glue Stick: This glue stick is rectangular, allowing you to spread glue into corners easily. Great for adhering Designer Series paper to chipboard as you can cover a large area easily.  

• Dotto: repositionable adhesive in a convenient dispenser. A must-have with the Circle Scissors Plus to keep the card stock in place while cutting. Also great as you build a card or scrapbook page and you are not sure where you want to place your elements.
    
• Sticky Strip: double-sided extra tacky strip. Use it to adhere micro beads or ribbon. Also great for 3-D items - although I personally prefer the Tombow Multi Purpose for that.
    
• Crystal Effects: strong adhesive in a liquid form. Add a dimensional, lacquered look to any stamped image. Adhere small beads to a project.
    
• Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive: temporary when allowed to dry first or permanent when adhered promptly. Beads, glitter, 3-D items, Designer Series paper to chipboard... it does it all. I love that you have a little bit of time to reposition before it is permanent. 

Need some glue for your project? Let me know and I will help you choose the one you need.

Don't forget... Select Big Shot dies and vinyl sheets on sale December 11 to 22 only. Plus you get FREE shipping anywhere in Canada during that time. Browse my online store and Email me your order.

Tool Tip: Adhesive Remover

Have you ever found messy glue residue on your project? Frustrating...

Well, no more. Here comes the Adhesive Remover! This great little tool removes unwanted glue residue quickly and easily.

Make sure to add it to your next order (#103684, $4.95).

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