Reach for the Stars for New at SU June Blog Hop

Welcome to our June NEW AT SU! Blog Hop! We love to share creative card ideas from Stampin' Up! with you. Today we have projects featuring kids cards using new 2023 - 2024 Annual Catalogue products. June is a big birthday month in our family, with 3 grandchildren having birthdays in June! One of them is a fan of space flight so I was lucky enough to be able to use the Reach for the Stars bundle to create a birthday card for them.

For this card, I used a variety of products from the Star Gazing Suite, including the stamped images and a sentiment from the Reach for the Stars stamp set, the Star Gazing 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, which formed a background layer as well as provided die cut images, and the Reach for the Stars dies for die cutting not only the stamped images, but also the planets on the DSP.

• I started with Blackberry Bliss as my base and added a panel of the Star Gazing Designer Series Paper in a purple/red shade.
• I stamped the rocket and the space guy in Memento Ink on Basic White cardstock then die cut them using the Reach for the Stars Dies.
• Using the DSP pattern with all the red/orange/purple planets, I die cut a ringed planet and a smaller round one. To die cut the ringed planet, you first have to die cut the planet with the round die, then, cut the rest of the ring with the ring die. That part gets glued on after the planet itself is glued down.
  
• The space ship and astronaut were mounted on Dimensionals. I used black. Parts that overhung the edge of the DSP were trimmed off.
• I stamped the sentiments in Blackberry Bliss on Basic White, then used the Banners Pick-a-Punch to create the banner you see.

I hope you enjoyed this project made with Reach for the Stars bundle available in the new Annual Catalogue, and the Stargazing DSP! It's a great design for kids!

Please take a moment to comment at the bottom of this post and let me know how you liked my project or ask me a question about the technique used. Don’t forget to scroll back up and keep hoppin’ with us! – Thank you!

Keep Creating!

Heather Cooper

Please contact your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator if you have any questions or to make a product purchase. If you do not have a demonstrator, I would be happy to answer any questions about products, or the techniques shown here. 

Here's the list of bloggers in our New At SU June Blog Hop to help you keep on track: 

Product List

Reach For The Stars Cling Stamp Set (English) [161176] $34.00	Reach For The Stars Bundle (English) [161186] $72.75	Waves Of Inspiration Cling Stamp Set (English) [158833] $32.00	Stargazing 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161175] $17.00	Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133675] $13.75
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $14.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $9.00	Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad [147092] $12.25	Banners Pick A Punch [153608] $37.00	Reach For The Stars Dies [161185] $47.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $175.00	Stampin' Seal [152813] $11.00	Black Stampin' Dimensionals Combo Pack [150893] $8.25	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $8.00

Seaside Bay for Speed Stamping As You See It Challenge #301

Well, as exciting as our 300th Challenge was, it's time to get back to our routine, and the next challenge on the roster is a speed stamping challenge created by team mate Heather H.

Not that speed stamping isn't exciting! It's guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping for sure. You see, you have 10 minutes only to make a card and you have to time yourself from the moment you start cutting cardstock or stamping images, or whatever your first moves will be. Now, you are allowed to gather all your materials and plan your card out in advance, but as soon as you physically begin working on your card, the time starts to count down. Mine took 5 min. and 57 sec. It's simpler than I typically make my speed stamping cards, but I had already tried one that required a lot of die cutting and I ran out of time, so this one is mostly stamping! What a difference that makes! (Just a little heads up for you!) Here's a closer look:

• I started with a Coastal Cabana card base and added a 4" x 5 1/4" panel of Hello Irresistible 6" x 6" DSP to the front.
• On a piece of 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" Basic White Card stock, I stamped the images you can see starting with the sentiment at the top, from the Seaside Bay set, in Crumb Cake, the sandpiper in Crumb Cake, the two sets of shells in the sand, which are stamped in Petal Pink and had the rock'n'roll technique with Crumb Cake added before stamping. The large grasses are Pretty Peacock and the small ones are Granny Apple Green.
• I added this panel to the card front and used some retired Faux Seaglass Shapes.
• I hit the timer stop and I had 4min. and 3sec. left which means I used 5min and 57sec.

Here's a reminder of the promotions still going in June:

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BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

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COUNTRYSIDE INN 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

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DELIGHTFULLY ECLECTIC 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

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EARTHEN ELEGANCE 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

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FRESH AS A DAISY 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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GLORIOUS GINGHAM 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$14.50 CAD | $12.32 CAD

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HELLO, IRRESISTIBLE 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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INKED BOTANICALS 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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LES SHOPPES 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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LET'S GO FISHING 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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MASTERFULLY MADE 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

161175

STARGAZING 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

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ZOO CREW 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

$17.00 CAD | $14.45 CAD

Don't miss out on the chance to stock up on your favourites!

There are many privileges you get as a Stampin' Up! Demonstator! One of the best is a 20% discount on your SU orders! Until the end of June, you can get more for your money when you purchase a starter kit. Instead of the regular $165 worth of any current Stampin' Up! products you get in your starter kit for only $135, you get $206 worth instead! That's an extra $41 worth of products! Contact me if you'd like to join my team!

If you live in Canada, and don't have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I'd love to be yours. I can help you with ideas, get you catalogues and provide you with Stampin' Up products. You can leave a message in the comments or contact me using any of the methods listed in the right side bar at the top of the page. You can shop with me from anywhere in Canada by clicking on the SHOP NOW button in the top menu or clicking on any of products below from my Online Store.

Product List

Seaside Bay Cling Stamp Set (English) [160436] $36.00	Oceanfront Photopolymer Stamp Set [157862] $30.00	Hello, Irresistible 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161139] $17.00	Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297] $13.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $14.50
Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [147116] $12.25	Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [147108] $12.25	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [150083] $12.25	Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [147095] $12.25	*Faux Sea Glass Shapes [158139] $11.00
Stampin' Seal [152813] $11.00

*Retired Product - no longer available through Stampin' Up!

Exploring in Colour with Gone Fishing for As You See It Challenge #300!!

I can't believe this is As You See It's 300th Challenge! The time has flown by, but isn't that the way when you're having fun! We're celebrating our 300th challenge with a theme - Adventure, and prizes - 6 stamp sets in all, one for each Design Team Member to choose a winner. You've got to try this one out! Here's the Challenge Banner:

We're looking for projects that celebrate the spirit of adventure, including travel, exploration, extreme sports, and daring! Here's what I came up with, an alternative Paper Pumpkin project with a slimline profile for the background and images from the Going Fishing bundle.

• Using one of the card bases from the May Paper Pumpkin kit, Exploring in Colour, I opened it up and trimmed the top, bottom and sided to fit a slimline profile.
• I used some of the wave edges from the Gone Fishing Dies to extend and blend the lake edge. They also add some texture to the waves.
• I used a tag and a die cut compass from the set, and one of the sentiments to create the Cheers to Another Adventure sentiment, which is perfect for this theme. From the stamp set that goes along with the Paper Pumpkin set, I also stamped the enamel camping mug and fussy cut it out to add to the sentiment tag.
• From the Gone Fishing stamp set, I stamped two fish using two step stamping, and die cut them. 
• I did the same with the lure, two step stamping and die cutting. I added some linen thread through the top of the lure and tucked the ends under the piece of Let's Go Fishing Designer Series Paper behind the Paper Pumpkin card base, glued to the  3 1/2" x 8 1/2" Mossy Meadow card base the whole thing is built on, though you can't see it in the photos.
• I used some Brushed Metallic Dots to highlight some aspects of the card.

Starting on Thursday, June 1st and extending right until the end of June you can save 15% on selected Designer Series Paper from the 2023/2024 Annual Catalogue!! This paper has some amazing designs that is perfect for card making, scrapbooking, gift wrapping, home decor and many other uses! Stock up in the month of June and save. 

Scan this QR Code to see the flier with more information on the paper that is on sale.

If you live in Canada, and don't have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I'd love to be yours. I can help you with ideas, get you catalogues and provide you with Stampin' Up products. You can leave a message in the comments or contact me using any of the methods listed in the right side bar at the top of the page. You can shop with me from anywhere in Canada by clicking on the SHOP NOW button in the top menu or clicking on any of products below from my Online Store.

Product List

Gone Fishing Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161535] $29.00	Gone Fishing Bundle (English) [161542] $68.25	**Exploring In Color Cards & Envelopes [163113] $13.75	Let's Go Fishing 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161534] $17.00	Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676] $13.75
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $14.50	Linen Thread [104199] $7.00	Brushed Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots [156506] $12.25	Gone Fishing Dies [161541] $47.00	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $175.00
Stampin' Seal [152813] $11.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $7.50	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $6.00

**Must be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to be able to order these