MDS Blog Hop… This One’s for the Men!

Happy Friday!!! It's MDS Blog Hop day!! Today's challenge was right up my alley… it was to create something for the men or boys in our life! I didn't have a hard time finding photos, in fact…. couldn't decide which ones to use! If I hadn't been on vacation this week, I probably would have been an overachiever and done a couple pages….

What I landed on were photos from Father's Day 2009 (still on that 2009 album!).  I had fun with the "Woodland Walk" DSP for this one – it's so rich looking! It was one of my favorite DSPs we ever had…. I miss it, and glad I can still use it in MDS!

To create the looped Grosgrain Ribbon is actually a fun little trick I learned at Leadership Conference!! All of your embellishments are also saved as a JPEG in your Photo Files on your computer. If you add the ribbon as a Photo instead of an Embellishment, you have photo cropping capabilities! Which means you can crop the bow so that you just have the loop — so cool!

You'll also see that I filled the photo into the Half Circle Punch! Did you know that you can fill ANY punch with a photo? Another fun trick, here's how: Add your punch where you want it, sized the way you want it and all. Then add Designer Paper as the fill. Once you've filled the punch, double click on it to pull up editing options — drag the DSP all the way out of the punch out so you are left with an empty space, then click "Replace Image" at the bottom, and select the photo you want in it's place!

(In addition to the My Digital Studio software and content that comes with it, I also used the following downloads: Woodland Walk DSP, Grungetown  Kit, Half Circle Punch, Candy Lane Buttons, Deck the Halls Buttons, Simple Stitches, 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain and Bold Branches Stamp Brush Set)

Now "Hop" on over and see what cupcake themed, digitally created things the other girls have done!

Countryside Card Kit Now Available!

Our May Card Kit of the Month – Countryside – is NOW Available!!!!

This is one I know many of you have been waiting for….. a rich, masculine set!!! The two additional designs that you'll receive with the purchase of the kit are just as striking as the Ad cards! You'll love them!

Here is a look at the featured cards:

For more details on this kit and/or to purchase it, Click Here!

PDF File Pack available to Stampin' Up! Demonstrators – Click Here for more info! (Heartfelt Stamper's Team Members have FREE Access on our Team Yahoo Group!)

Button Latte Circus

My goal for this card was to use these 2 buttons from the Button Latte Designer Button Pack in a unique way. Here's what I came up with!

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• The white flower button in the middle of the scallop image is jazzed up by punching out a Bermuda Bay circle from the Crop-A-Dile, attaching it with a Mini Glue Dot, and lacquering the top with Crystal Effects!
• The brown flower button on the lower right hand corner got it's attitude by slicing off a thin piece of White Cardstock and tying it through the button – no ribbon needed!
• Adding punched out images – textured punch outs over top of solid in the same tone – is a great way to add some sass, as shown here with the circle background!
• HURRY!!! The Bermuda Bay color is going to be retiring in just a few short weeks!!! Order while you still can using my Online Ordering link below or in the right hand sidebar!
  

WHAT TO ORDER:

Circle Circus Stamp Set (115778), Real Red Cardstock (102482), Bold Bright Textured Cardstock – Real Red (108698), Real Red Classic Ink (103133), So Saffron Cardstock (105118), So Saffron Classic Ink (105213), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Bermuda Bay Cardstock (115317), Bermuda Bay Classic Ink (115655), Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon (115610), So Saffron Patterns DSP (112152), Button Latte Designer Buttons (114333), Scallop Circle Punch (109043), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217), 1" Circle Punch (109046), Crop-A-Dile (108362), Mini Glue Dot (103683) and Crystal Effects (101055)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To register for the June Scrapbooking Class, "It's a Journey"!! Click Here for more details!!
  
• To register for the June Card Making Class, "Cards for Him"!! Click Here for more details!!
  
• To order from the Clearance Rack Today!!! Click Here to get started!!
  
• To join the Stampin' Up! Family and receive two FREE Technique DVDs! Click Here for more details! Contact Me to get started today!
  
• To order your favorite Retiring Stampin' Up! Colors before they are gone forever! Click Here for more details!
  
• To place a qualifying order to receive FREE Designer Brads! Click Here for more details!

A Vintage Detour

I did a Video Tutorial a few days ago showcasing a card done with the Sentimental Journey Stamp Set and Travel Journal Designer Series Paper (Click Here to View). Here is another card showing these products with a different look!

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• Corduroy Buttons are the perfect touch to any masculine card! I jazzed up this card with this accessory in Pumpkin Pie.
• The Pumpkin Pie Designer Button on this card has been taken outside the box by inserting a 5/16" Neutral Brad through the holes instead of thread!
• I was thrilled to break out the "My Way" Punch for a change! This is a punch that has been collecting a bit of dust on my shelf – but with this stamp set… it's the perfect match!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Sentimental Journey Stamp Set (Wood – 118513, Clear – 120075), Travel Journal Designer Series Paper (117156), Cog On Board (117237), Very Vanilla Cardstock (101650), Pumpkin Pie Cardstock (105117), Pumpkin Pie Classic Ink (105216), Garden Green Classic Ink (102272), 5/16" Neutral Brads (112534), Sherbet Designer Buttons (116312), Pumpkin Pie Corduroy Buttons (114342), Very Vanilla 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon (109055), 1 3/4" Circle Punch (112004), Corner Rounder Punch (109047) and My Way Punch (110709)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To register for the June Scrapbooking Class, "It's a Journey"!! Click Here for more details!!
  
• To register for the June Card Making Class, "Cards for Him"!! Click Here for more details!!
  
• To order from the Clearance Rack Today!!! Click Here to get started!!
  
• To join the Stampin' Up! Family and receive two FREE Technique DVDs! Click Here for more details! Contact Me to get started today!
  
• To order your favorite Retiring Stampin' Up! Colors before they are gone forever! Click Here for more details!
  
• To place a qualifying order to receive FREE Designer Brads! Click Here for more details!

June Card Class: Cards for Him!

I'm so excited to announce my June Card Class offering to all of you! Making Masculine Cards is a common struggle for most Stampers… and with this class I'm here to help!! Here are the details, hope you can make it!

Saturday June 12th
10 am – 1 pm
at 67 Covington, Irondequoit, NY

Cost: $15 (that's just $3 per card with envelope!)

Non-Refundable Pre-Pay Deadline June 5th:

Come make cards for the men in your life! Not only will you go home with 5 cards and envelopes, but you'll learn some fabulous techniques – 1 being how to create faux reptile skin with some ink, paper towels and embossing powder!

To Register for this Class via check or money order, make it payable to Aly Schilling and send to 67 Covington Rd, Rochester NY 14617. Or, you can pay online now using a safe and secure checkout with your credit/debit card using the link below ($1 transaction fee applied).

Hope you'll join us!

To register for this Class Online Now, Click Here:

Cards for Him via The Aly Stamps Boutique:
Can't make it to this class but still want to have the set of cards? No problem! I'll make them for you. This assortment includes all 5 cards from the June 12th Card Class I'm holding in my Stamping Studio. Purchase this card set and receive 5 masculine cards, perfect for any occasion and 5 envelopes. 4 of the 5 cards are standard in size, 1 card is 6" x 3" – the perfect size for a check or money. Use the cards to send to the men in your life, or give the full card set as a gift. Sentiments Included: "you came, you sawed, you fixed. thanks for all you do.", "Travel", "God writes the gospel not in the bible alone but on trees and flowers and clouds and stars.", "Game On!" and a blank card.

This set is only available for order through June 28th. Order by June 14th to receive by Father's Day.

Cost: $20, discount on multiple quantities

1 Set (5 Cards, 1 of each) $20.00 2 Sets (10 Cards, 2 of each) $38.00 3 Sets (15 Cards, 3 of each) $54.00

Cards for Him PDF Class File for Demos:
If you are a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, then you may purchase a PDF File containing full colored photos, dimensions and step by step instructions for completing all 5 of these cards. Please note that 1 card in this file pack is not an original design of mine, it was taken from a Stampin' Up! Regional Seminar and I do not claim any design credit. The file's pricing has been reduced to reflect this. Use this file for your own personal use, or offer it as a class offering to your customers.

To purchase the Cards for Him Class PDF File ($6) Click Here:

JUST ANNOUNCED!!!

• The Sage Shadow 12×12 Cardstock is SOLD OUT and no longer available for purchase!!! That's right Retiring Colors are beginning to sell out – it's no joke when I say order what you want while you still can! Be sure to contact me as soon as possible (within the next few days if possible, definitely before June) with your retiring color orders. I would bet money that we will wake up on June 1st to a MASSIVE Sold Out list – so May is THE month!!!
• 3 More Digital Downloads!!! Boy is National Scrapbooking month in FULL SWING! Check out the newest listing below. The images can all be viewed in my online store.

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To watch the Spring Retreat Highlights Video Here!
  
• To order from the Clearance Rack Today!!! Click Here to get started!!
  
• To join the Stampin' Up! Family and receive two FREE Technique DVDs! Click Here for more details! Contact Me to get started today!
  
• To order your favorite Retiring Stampin' Up! Colors before they are gone forever! Click Here for more details!
  
• To place a qualifying order to receive FREE Designer Brads! Click Here for more details!
  

New Video: Smootch Spritz Chipboard!

A week or so ago I began doing Video Tutorials, and the very first one that I did was on Smootch Spritz – Click Here to View! Well, I have another Smootchy Video for you – this one is about using the Spritz to cover raw chipboard.

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

As this video and card demonstrates, Smootch Sprtiz doesn't have to be just girly! In fact, this card would make a fabulous Father's Day Card this year – Order the products now using the supply list below and my Online Ordering Button and you'll get your order in on time for Father's Day creations!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Sentimental Journey Stamp Set (Wood – 118513, Clear – 120075), Travel Journal Designer Series Paper (117156), Cog On Board Book (117237), Silver Foil Smootch Spritz (118771), Gold Glow Smootch Sprtiz (118770), Color Catcher (121093), Rich Regals Textured Cardstock – Night of Navy (108696), Kraft Cardstock (102125), Very Vanilla Cardstock (101650), Night of Navy Classic Ink (102977), Bashful Blue Classic Ink (105209), Night of Navy Stampin' Write Marker (100069), Clips Assortment (112580), Linen Thread (104199) and Color Spritzer Tool (107066)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To watch the Spring Retreat Highlights Video Here!
  
• To register for the May Card Making Class!! Click Here for more details!!
  
• To order from the Clearance Rack Today!!! Click Here to get started!!
  
• To join the Stampin' Up! Family and receive two FREE Technique DVDs! Click Here for more details! Contact Me to get started today!
  
• To order your favorite Retiring Stampin' Up! Colors before they are gone forever! Click Here for more details!
  
• To place a qualifying order to receive FREE Designer Brads! Click Here for more details!
  
• To order your May Card Kit of the Month!! Click Here for more details!

May Card Kit of the Month!

Do you love having cards designed for you and all of the pieces cut and ready to go?  Then the Card Kit of the Month is for you!  The May Card Kit of the Month is now available! The deadline for placing orders is May 15th.  Here's a look at the 2 sample cards for this month.

You can purchase the May Card Kit of the Month Online Today – for more details Click Here!

If you're a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, you can purchase the Card Kit File Pack – for more details Click Here!

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!