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Lattice Framed Art

Well I am finally getting around to posting my latest framed art. It features the new Lattice Sizzix die. 

When I saw this die, I knew I just had to have it. It is one of my favorite things from the new catalog. 

I also used a few other new items. The Cottage Wall Designer Series Paper, For All You Do  stamp set, Rich Razzleberry card stock and ink .

 If you would like to learn how to create framed art consider taking my Framed Art Class being offered on  August 16. Contact me for more information or to reserve your spot in the class.

I made one like this for my friend Debbie for her birthday. 

Happy Birthday Debbie!

She is still celebrating.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

FREE Big Shot Class

Would you like to attend my next Big Shot class. It is a FREE class. 

All you have to do is purchase $50 in Big Shot products from July 15 until August 15 from me or online at my website ginascardsandmore.stampinup.net, then click on SHOP NOW. 

The next class will be held August 23 from 1-3PM.

Don't miss out on this class. We will make some cute projects.

This basket was just one recent project made in my Big Shot Class. It used the Stampin' Up! exclusive dies Scallop Envelope and  Birds & Blooms.

It also includes the new Raspberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper and the In Colors Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo and Crushed Curry card stock.

 Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Hit the Road card

This adorable card features the Hit the Road stamp set. You won't find this stamp set in the catalog, it is on the Dormant List. 

You can still purchase items from this list.

 It is item #113242 only $19.95. 

What an adorable set. It even comes with luggage and a canoe that can be put on the hood of the jeep. 

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Give Thanks Framed Art

Here is  my latest Framed Art. 

Inspired by page 13 of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog. 

I changed the size to fit my 5 x 7 frame.  

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Have you ever wanted to learn how to create framed art?

Well I am offering a Framed Art class in my home 

August 16 from 3:30- 6PM 

The cost for this class is $20. We will create a new framed art you will want to proudly display. Class size is limited so reserve your space today. Frame and supplies needed are included. Contact me today at ginadygert@yahoo.com

Raspberry Lemonade Purse and cards

Happy Birthday to my friend Michelle. She loves purses so I made her this cute purse with a few cards. 

This purse feature new Raspberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper with coordinating In Colors Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry. 

This paper also matches the new Razzle Dazzle stamp set (image on card). 

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Tall Tales Framed Art

I LOvE making framed art. It makes such a perfect gift to give a friend or two.

This particular Framed Art was made from Tall Tale Designer Series Paper. 

I was inspired by one of the pieces and

 decided to make a smaller version to fit into this frame. I also used Chocolate Chip Pattern Designer Series Paper, Rose Red and Whisper White card stock.

I wanted the giraffe to look as if he was floating over the hills in his Hot Air Balloon, so I layered the pieces using Stampin' Dimensionals. 

Stampin' Up! has a new stamp set called Animal Stories that features a giraffe just like this one, but about 2 1/2" tall.

If you would like to see what other new stamp sets are available in the new 2009-10 Idea Book & Catalog, go to my website www.ginascardsandmore.stampinup.net and click on contact me. Fill out the online form and I will send you a catalog.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Melon Mambo purse

Norma, Paulette and I went to Lorie's house last night. There I made my own purse. Isn't it just precious. 

Later I will finish my cards to go inside.

 This purse is made from one of the new In Colors available July 1st. It is called Melon Mambo. 

The hardware on the purse is the Filigree Designer Brads with Clear Rhinestones Brads in the center.

I stamped the flower from the new stamp set, Kind & Caring Thoughts Hostess, a Level 3 set.

Hand Crafted by Gina Dygert

The More the Merrier Birthday card

 I love Cupcakes on a birthday card. 

My card features many new In Color, Melon Mambo and Crushed Curry card stock, an Bermuda Bay polka-dot ribbon. 

The new hostess stamp set The More the Merrier has these cupcakes, 5 in a row. 

The cupcake with a heart on it inspired me to create this adorable cupcake out of punches and paper. 

The base is a 1 3/4" square that has been crimped and sides tapered. The frosting top is created using the Wide Oval Punch and the Small Oval Punch. You punch out one Wide Oval, then 3 small divets from the bottom using the Small Oval Punch. Round and rough edge. Finish the cupcake off with the medium heart cut from the Heart to Heart Punch.

Hand Crafted By Gina Dygert

Flower Fancy Birthday wish

I LOvE this card I recently did with my Stamp Club ladies. 

The beautiful paper behind the flower is Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper. It is still available to order, but only until June 30.

It uses the Flower Fancy Stamp Set that I earned free. 

Would you like to earn FREE stamping supplies?

Contact me today at ginadygert@yahoo.com or at my Stampin' Up! website, Click on Contact me and fill out your information and I will be in touch with you soon.

Hand Stamped by Gina Dygert

Branch Out Thank You

 Here is another card using Kiwi Kiss card stock. 

The 2008-09 In colors have been fun to use. 

The 1 1/4" Pink Pirouette Grosgrain Ribbon is still available at at 25% savings. Item #111363 only 5.96. 

Don't delay after June 30 you will no longer be able to order the last chance items.  

Contact me to place an order at ginadygert@yahoo.com or go on line at www.ginascardsandmore.stampinup.net and click on shop now.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Good Bye Kiwi Kiss

I will miss the 2008-09  IN Colors. I have enjoyed using them.  

Here is a cute Scallop Card we made last month in my Stamp Club. 

It features the Fun & Fast Notes Stamp Set. This card was a hit. 

Using my Big Shot Cut out my card shape. For the envelope we did a reverse masking technique.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Congratulations Mitchel

Congratulations to the Class of 2009!


Well it is official. Mitchel has graduated. 

Soon he will be off to college. 

What a wonderful young man he has become.

 I am so proud of him. 

Today and everyday.  

<-My Boys, Ryan, Mitchel and Jonathan

Here is a simple card I made for him.  

I used the Great Grad stamp set to create this card. Using his school colors Ruby Red and Basic Black. 

This is a wonderful graduation set. 

Don't miss your chance to own this set.

Hand stamped by Gina Dygert

Bubbles Scrapbook page

Bubbles are everywhere on this scrapbook page. 

To create all the circles I used my Circles punches along with the wonderful Circle Scissors Plus circle cutter. 

There are a few important things to remember when using this tool: 

whatever you are cutting needs to be fasten down to the glass mat, you can either tape the ends with some masking tape or use Dotto on the underside. 

Next you will need to hold the device down on the black section of your Circle Plus, spreading your hand over the whole side.  

When using the cutting tip you really do not need to push too hard. 

The paper should cut with ease.

The base of this scrapbook page is a Sheet of the Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer Series Paper. 

This paper is on the Last Chance List. Don't miss out on purchasing the accessories before they are gone for good. 

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Spring Pictures scrapbook page

This scrapbook layout may look familiar to those of you who took the Springtime Banner card class. 

I used the same basic elements from that card and made it into a double page layout. 

The base of the pages is crafted by 

layering Basic Gray on top of Almost Amethyst. Each picture is framed with Certainly Celery. These colors along with Pretty in Pink and So Saffron coordinate with the Tea Party Designer Series Paper used in the background for SPRING.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Beautiful Little Baby Scrapbook page

This may look a little familiar to you all. I made several of these cute bunnies (like the one from the  Beautiful Little Baby suitcase) I thought it would be a great addition to a scrapbook page.

To dress up the Barely Banana card stock I stamped images from the Seeing Spots stamp set on the page with Barely Banana ink. This allows the images to be seen but blend into the background.

Hand stamped by Gina Dygert

Seeing Spots Thank You

I love Pretty in Pink and Chocolate Chip together . It sure does make for a cute card. 

Seeing Spot stamp set is on of the many stamp set due to retire. I LOvE it because it makes a cute and simple card.

To see a complete listing of stamps that will go away July 1st, Click HERE. 

It is you Last Chance to get these sets.

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Butterfly Thank you

Here is a technique card I did. It features Sponged Scenery and a Faux Background. 

 

I used Pocket Silhouettes and Oval All stamp sets.

Hand stamped by Gina Dygert

Graduation Announcements

Well my oldest son is graduating from High School this year. 

I wasn't sure what kind of graduation announcements I would send out. I decided I would purchase school announcements but I had to add my own touch to them.

 

I used the Great Grads stamp set. I Stamped the grad image twice, once in Ruby Red ink and once in Basic Black ink. I cut out the black graduation cap attached it to red one with Stampin' Dimensionals to make the hat stand out.

The inside envelope usually has a seal on it since the envelope isn't sticky so I used the circular stamp. Instead of leaving a G in the center, 

I decided to print up the high schools letters on a piece of Ruby Red card stock. Punched it out and glued it in the center. 

The seal is actually adhered with dotto, so it won't rip when opened. I thought this was a cute touch to my announcements.

 

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Beautiful Little Baby Suitcase

This adorable baby suitcase was created for my neighbor who just had a baby. 

Congratulations Ruby. 

The suitcase is crafted from Pink Pirouette card stock and stripped ribbon. To get a cute pattern I used Itty Bitty Background stamp set.  Don't forget to use Sticky Strip to attach the ribbon.

The bunny is created from mostly oval 

punches: wide, large and small. I sponged each shape with Pink Pirouette Ink. 

The words beautiful little baby is a single stamp that Stampin' Up! offers on page 208 of the Idea Book and Catalog. 

If you would like to receive a copy of this wonderful idea book. Contact me by clicking here

and fill out the form. 

The latch on this  case is created with by the Designer Label punch and a Riding Hood Red button from the 

Button Bouquet Designer Buttons.

Inside I had half a dozen cute as a bug onesie cards and matching envelopes.  

I love the little lady bug from a dormant set called Bugs & Kisses.

Hand Crafted by Gina Dygert

Explore Scrapbook page

Here is another scrapbook page created quickly using a Simply Scrappin' Kit, the Hoppy Memories Simply Scrappin' Kit. 

 I love the pattern paper and self adhesive die cuts. 

They add a cute touch to the page. 

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

Brothers Scrapbook page

Another page created by using the Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit.  

On this page I layered the self adhesive die cuts. 

Using the Big Shot and the GoGo Alphabet Sizzlits Dies

 

I was able to cut out the titles for the page and yesterdays page. 

I would have to say this is my favorite alphabet to use in my scrapbook. You can get several different looks by using all capitals, all lower case, or a combination. 

Hand Stamped by Gina Dygert

Sisters Scrapbook page

This scrapbook page was created quickly with the assistance of the Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' kit. 

Simply Scrappin' Kits come with card stock, pattern paper, and many self adhesive die cuts.

To create this beautiful Flower, 

I used my Big Shot and the Scallop Circle and Flower Daisies #2 Bigz Dies. Layering them with a button from the Button Bouquet Designer Buttons. 

Hand stamped by Gina Dygert

What a pleasant surprise to wake up to this morning and see my card on Stamper's Showcase. 

To see what other cards I have had published in this great resource for demonstrators click here

This card was one I originally did in my Stamp Club. 

For more details about this card visit my original post for this card by clicking here.

crafted by Gina Dygert

Party Hearty

 Here is a simple birthday card made from Party Hearty stamp set.  I used yesterday's card for inpiration to whip up this quick card to wish my sister's fiance, a Happy Birthday!

 

One of the nice things about Stampin' Up! stamps is the ability to mount the stamps how you prefer to use them. I mounted the 5 hats, each one separately instead of keeping them in a row. This allows me to stamp each in a different color. The party hats are stamped in the following colors Pacific Point, Kiwi Kiss, Summer Sun, Riding Hood Red and Tangerine Tango. 

I will miss the In Colors when they are no longer available. 

Don't miss out  on getting these beautiful In Colors, order them by June 30.

Hand Stamped by Gina Dygert

Flip Tag (Slider-Pull-Up) Card

Tonight I will participate in the Round Robin at my Upline's meeting. I plan to show fellow demonstrators this Technique to make an unique card.

 You pull up on the ribbon to reveal a cute surprise. 

It may look hard. But it really is a simple technique.

You too can make this card.

 I would love to show you how. 

Contact me today at ginadygert@yahoo.com

Hand crafted by Gina Dygert

If the Halo fits

Here is a card I recently did at a workshop. This adorable angel comes from the If the Halo fits stamp set.

It features Earth Elements Textured card stock  and Bella Rose Designer Series Paper. 

May 1-31 Buy three packs of Designer Series Paper or 12 x 12 textured card stock and get one FREE!

hand stamped by Gina Dygert