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.

Spotlight on Nature

 Spotlight on Nature



If you have followed my past designs you have probably caught on that I have two favorite Stampin' Up! color combinations: Night of Navy/Pool Party and Pumpkin Pie/any pink.... any!!  So it is no big surprise that I am combining the Pumpkin Pie and the new SU color Pretty in Pink for today's creation. 
The Spotlight on Nature dies can be used for any stamp set, any design since they are not directly related to the images in the coordinating stamp set.  They are decorative circles that offer such great versatility.  I love when I can buy something and can use it for so many projects. 
And the inside becomes and added surprise!



Items Used:

Spotlight on Nature stamp set
Spotlight on Nature Dies
Stampin' Blends: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink
Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels


Inks:

    Memento Tuxedo Black
    

Paper/Dimensions:

   Pretty in Pink Cardstock: 7" x 4¼", scored at 5½" ; 1½" x 4¼"
   2024-2026 InColor DSP: 1¼" x 4" (x 2)
   Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 4" (x 2); 3½" x 3½"
   Pumpkin Pie Cardstock: 4" x 4" (x 2)

I created a link that has everything you need to make this card in one convenient click.  Click HERE and you will have the opportunity to remove anything  from the cart that you already have on hand. 

Cutting the dies is what takes the most time on this card. ( I did this design for a Sip and Stamp and did A LOT of die cutting to prep!!!)   But after that, it all comes together so beautifully,  Check out the video instructions:





Seaside Wishes ~ Twisted Easel Card

 Welcome to the beach!


I'm hanging in Cape May, NJ this week as my husband attends some work-related conferences.
Have you seen the Seaside Wishes bundle from the new Stampin' Up! catalog?? Where else can I sit and create while watching the dolphins play in the ocean??  This was the perfect time to make some "beachy" cards and I love the simple elegance that the Twisted Easel Card brings to any theme.   Let me show you how easy it is to create this fun fold!
The Seaside Wishes bundle contains the stampset,
dies AND an embossing folder.  All this for just $47.50
(take an additional 10% off if you order before 6/30/2024).
JUST CLICK ON THE PHOTO FOR MORE INFO

Supplies:

       

St  Stamp Set: Seaside Wishes (163494)

·       Card Stock and Paper: Summer Splash (163797); Basic Beige (164511); Basic White (159276); Country Woods 12” x 12” DSP (163393)

·       Stamp Pads: Crumb Cake(147116); Pecan Pie (161665)

·       Tools: Seaside Wishes Hybrid Embossing Folder (163497)

·       Miscellaneous: Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine (149653)

 

Measurements:

Summer Splash CS: 9½” x 4”, scored at 4”, scrap

·       Basic Beige CS: 3¾” x 3¾” (x 2), scrap

·       Country Woods DSP: (Blue piece) 3¾” x 3¾”, (Wood plank) 3¾” x 1¼”

·       Basic White CS: scrap


Instructions:

 

  • Score the Summer Splash CS at 4”, then score the 4” x 4” flap diagonally.
(shown on Basic White cardstock so you can see the score lines)




  •     Cut one piece of Basic Beige diagonally. Stamp the sand in Crumb Cake ink then adhere to either side of the diagonal scoreline.

3.    

  •     Cut the blue piece of Country Woods DSP diagonally. Tear the DSP to expose the white. Adhere to either side of the diagonal scoreline, over the stamped Basic Beige CS.


  •      On Basic Beige CS scrap, stamp the sand dollar in Crumb Cake ink and stamp the large and small starfish in Pecan Pie ink. Die cut all, then emboss the sand dollar. Die cut the other shell from the Basic White CS scrap. Die cut the seaweed from the Summer Splash CS.

  •      Adhere the shell, the seaweed and sand dollar to the lower half of the diagonal scoreline. Add the large starfish with the mini Stampin’ dimensional.


  •      Stamp the sand on the second piece of Basic Beige CS with Crumb Cake ink and add your sentiment in Pecan Pie ink. Adhere to the inside, along the left side. Adhere the strip of Country Woods DSP along the right side.

  •      Add the small starfish using the mini Stampin’ dimensional so that it will prop the diagonal flap up.



Here are a few more Twisted Easel Cards using the "Everyday Details" stampset!




Be sure to join my group on Facebook - "Stamping with Card Zen by Jen" so you never miss any specials or tutorials!  And don't forget to follow my YouTube channel and check out my Manic Monday 5 minute cards!

Layering Florals ~ Manic Monday 5 Minute Card

 It's just another Manic Monday!


Grab your supplies and we'll make this in just 5 minutes!





The Layering Florals 3D Embossing Folder from Stampin' Up!® is truly the star of the show.  The images are so details and deep that they jump off the paper.  Add some simple punches and you have a quick, easy and elegant card for any occasion.  Let's get our supplies together!



Items Used:

 Layering Florals 3D Embossing Folder
Heartfelt Hexagon Stamp Set
Hexagon Punch
Boughs Punch
Any White Ribbon
Pretty In Pink Stampin' Blends marker
Blending Brush

Inks:

    Pretty in Pink 
    Shaded Spruce
    Berry Burst
** In the video I told you we would use Shy Shamrock..... just kidding!!!
    

Paper/Dimensions:

   Pretty in Pink: 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼" 
    Shy Shamrock Cardstock : 4⅛" x 5⅜" plus scrap
    Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 5¼" plus scrap
    Shaded Spruce Cardstock: scrap


I am not going to lie, this was not one of my best videos, but the card is so fun and easy, I didn't want to delete it!  I will look back at it in 5 years and shake my head, I hope.

Check out the video here:
                            


Here are a few other cards made using the same technique.



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Country Flowers and the Tearing Technique

 

Country Flowers and the Tearing Technique




This is not quite a "5-minute" card but the little bit of extra time is worth it!  And once you get rolling, you can make several of these in a jiffy!

There are some beautiful stampset and dies heading our way in the new May-April 2024 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.  As a demo, I get to order in advance and I love this perk.  The other perk of being a demo is the amazing community of women (and men) that surround us.  When my kids were little, my world revolved around them...just keeping them alive was a full time job, but I had a full time job too! This didn't allow a lot of time to garner friendships or even sustain the friendships I had in my younger years.  When the kids left the house, I felt a void. Don't get me wrong, the husband and dogs were great, but I needed more.  The Stampin' Up! community has been such a blessing to my life.  It really is about more than inks and stamps.  Many of these ladies have become my best friends. Why am I telling you this sappy story?  Stampin' Up! has a  special "join" offer starting on May 1st and I am extending the invitation to join our community - not just for the discounts, but for the friendships.  **See more info about the special offer at the bottom.

Okay, but for now, let's put the tissues away and get on with this card!

Items Used:
 Country Flowers Stampset
 Thoughtful Wishes Dies
 Country Woods DSP
 Stampin' Blends (Calypso Coral, Balmy Blue, Bronze and Shy Shamrock)
Neutrals Adhesive-backed Sequins
(*once the new catalog goes "live" on May 1st, I will add a link to shop for these items!)

Inks:
 Tuxedo Black Memento
 Pecan Pie 
 Calypso Coral
    
Paper/Dimensions:
    Early Espresso Cardstock: 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼"
   Petal Pink Cardstock: ¼" x 4" (x2)
   Country Woods DSP:
        Lightest Design = 2" x 4"
        White/Gray Wood plank Design= 1½" x 4" (x2)
         Blue Wood Design= 1½" x 4" (x2)

Here is the video showing you how easy it all comes together - and get a sneak peek of the Country Wood DSP!


I love how easy it is to create a rustic, yet elegant card using the tearing technique! 

Here is the info on the starter special!



Click the image to get more info (on 5/1 or after)

New demonstrators will receive the following products in their Starter Kit at no additional cost:

  • 2024–2026 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle
  • 2024–2026 In Color 8-1/2" x 11" (21.6 x 27.9 cm) Cardstock
  • 2024–2026 In Color 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper
  • 2024–2026 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers

 

In addition to the In Color products, new demonstrators will pick $125 USD | $165 CAD worth of products of their choice. They will also receive free business supplies with their order and free shipping. Not to mention all the fun that comes with being a part of our wonderful crafting community.

When a new demonstrator joins, all In Color products will be automatically added to their Starter Kit.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me one of the following ways:

E-mail= CardZenByJen@yahoo.com

Join my Facebook group= Stamping With Card Zen by Jen

I would love to get you know you better!




Magnetic Bookmarks - Stampin' Up!® style!

 



I can't believe that my last post was in October!!! It has been a very busy last quarter of the year with craft fairs, Christmas special orders and, well, life!!!  I shared how to make magnetic bookmarks in my in-person Sip and Stamp in October and they loved them!  So I made some other designs and added them to my craft fair stash. They make a great gift for kids, adults, teachers, book clubs, church groups - really, anyone who can read. But, the best part is that my cousin decided to raise money for a local animal rescue this Christmas, Animals Matter of Clearfield County.  As a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I get to preorder from the upcoming catalog (Jan-April 2024) and had already ordered the Doggone Friendly stamp (photo below).  To help raise funds, I sold the dog bookmarks for $3 each (42 of them so far) and gave all the money to the organization.  Why am I telling you this??  Because you can do this for your local organizations too! Let me show you how!

Look at the adorable faces on the Doggone Friendly 
stampset!  


Bee Mine Designer Series Paper

Bee My Valentine stampset


Items Used/Dimensions:

    Bee My Valentine Bookmark
    
    Bee My Valentine Stampset (available to order on 1/4/2024)
    Sweet Sorbet Cardstock - 2" x 8½", folded at 4¼"
    Daffodil Delight Cardstock (for punching)
    Bee Mine DSP - 1⅞" x 4 (available to order on 1/4/2024)
    Tuxedo Black Memento Ink
    Crushed Curry Ink
     2" Circle Punch
    Magnetic Vent Covers (sold at hardware stores) 
    
    Doggone Friendly Bookmark
    
    Doggone Friendly Stampset (available to order on 1/4/2024)
    Nine Lives Stampset (retired)
    Copper Clay Cardstock - 2" x 8½", folded at 4¼"
    Early Espresso Cardstock (for punching)
    Very Vanilla Cardstock - 1⅞" x 4 (available to order on 1/4/2024)
    Early Espresso Ink
    Copper Clay Ink
     2" Circle Punch
    1⅜" Circle Punch
    Magnetic Vent Covers (sold at hardware stores) 

Some suggestions:
    ~Don't put anything bulky (rhinestones, etc) on the part that will be in the book.  
    ~Watch the video for the easiest way to apply the magnets!
    ~Adhere the DSP to the front of the bookmark BEFORE you apply the magnet to the inside! (Trust         me, much easier!!)
    ~Adhere the circle LAST!

 Here is the video showing how all this comes together:


    



Here are some other bookmarks made using the same process.

The All About Autumn paper is sold out, but many 
didn't know what to do with the "library" images.  If you don't have
any, reach out on the Facebook groups for some leftover pieces!
The book stamp is from Make It Happen and the sentiment
is from Best Chapter.

The paper is from Bee Mine DSP and the stampset
is Bee My Valentine. These items are available starting
1/4/2024 in the Jan-April 2024 catalog.

I used the Brick and Mortar 3D embossing folder
for the bricks and sponged it with Early Espresso. I used the Suit and Tie Dies
fort he middle one. The key paper came from a retired DSP (can't remember
the name).  Just look through your paper stash and see what works!

Here are some others I made and sold at my craft fairs.



Quick and Easy Calendar/Notepad Gift

  It's just another Manic Monday!






We are inching our way to the end of the year and it is time to start making calendars.  These make great gifts for everyone! And they are so simple to make...Shhhhh!!! Don't tell anyone!



Items Used:

Tear-off mini calendar
Sticky notepad
Simply Scored
2" Circle Punch
2⅜" Circle Punch

 Ink: 
    Berry Burst   

Paper/Dimensions:

    Berry Burst Cardstock: 11" 4¼" , score along the long side at 5½" and 8¼"
    Berry Burst Cardstock : 5½" x 4¼"
    Lemon Lolly Cardstock: 3¼" x 3¼", 3¼" x 2½"
    Lemon-Lime Twist Cardstock: to punch larger circle
    Basic White: to punch smaller circle
    Bright and Beautiful DSP: 5¼" x 4" (will need two coordinating patterns)
    
Stampet:
    Ridiculously Awesome (retired)

Here is the video showing how quickly this all comes together.  Really, you can make several of these in a jiffy!



I would love your feedback on this project.  What are your thoughts??  Do you prefer to see 5 minute cards or projects?  


It's a 35 year anniversary special!!!

Don't miss out!!!! If you are paying full price for Stampin' Up! products... stop the insanity!!!  Become a demonstrator today and immediately start saving $$$$$.   There is a special in the month of October that will give you a huge savings.  (And I would love to have you become part of my team!)
Join my team in October and you get to choose!!
Option 1: Get 35% OFF the normal cost of a Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $125 worth of product for only $64.35!

Option 2: Get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $168.75 worth of product by spending $99!

Shipping on your starter kit is FREE! And you get free registration to the Stampin' Up! Onstage virtual event.  

While a demonstrator, you will get 20%-25% discount, access to catalogs before they go live and the ability to preorder!

There really is no downside.  Please feel free to contact me with any questions! (CardZenByJen@yahoo.com)



Click here for more information!

All About Autumn Leaves ~ Manic Monday 5 Minute Card

 It's just another Manic Monday!





The All About Autumn paper is so beautiful on the front and the back.  Let me show you how to cut it to get more cards from those gorgeous pieces!  You will be making 3 cards in the time it takes to make one!



Items Used:

 Autumn Leaves dies
All About Autumn DSP
    

Paper/Dimensions:

    Copper Clay Cardstock: 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼" (x 2)
    Early Espresso Cardstock : 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼"
    All About Autumn DSP: Cut as shown in video.


Check out the video here: