You’re as Sweet as a Peach

1 Comment May 23, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This long weekend has been filled with gardening, games and sunshine. It feels like summer here in BC. I am the type of person who truly stamps my mood and I am HAPPY and so grateful this weekend.

I created my card based on an awesome card sketch from Freshly Made Sketches (FMS486)

I used most Pale Papaya to create this card and to embellish ( since I didn’t have any in-color jewels on hand) I used the sparkly Champagne Rhinestones.

The Basic Border Dies are perfect for creating the stitched curve!

Product List

Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $12.00	2021–2023 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $13.25	Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English) $49.50	Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25
Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Sponge Daubers $7.00	Label Me Fancy Punch $24.00	Basic Borders Dies $39.00
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels $8.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $5.50	Stampin' Dimensionals $5.50	Whisper White Medium Envelopes $10.25	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $82.00

If you love these peaches as much as me and would like to join my upcoming stamp camp I still have 2 spots left at the $45 option and if you are in the US you can always opt in to the PDF and Fb group option.

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Paper Pumpkin Alternatives- May 2021 Batter Up

Leave a comment May 22, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

I really didn’t think I was a baseball fan – but I LOVED playing with this month’s Paper Pumpkin. The images are fun and the cards feel crisp and clean.

I hope you get inspired by these alternatives.

The Night of Navy blends to colour the hat work so well and the White embossing on the hat makes for a nice touch.

This card has an overlay of crumb cake. I stamped the bats with Soft Suede ink and the All Star is second generation Soft Suede.

To complete this card I cut a Stitched Rectangle out of Midnight Madness to add a layer. I had to get creative with this one because I actually dropped my Sift Suede ink pad on both the baseball and the base card. That’s why I included a layer and crossed the bat over the ball. I was thrilled that I was able to still use both pieces from the kit.

If you are looking for an easy way to get crafting Paper Pumpkin is the perfect way to get your feet wet. Click the image below to subscribe to next month’s kit. Or contact me to get more information about the Paper Pumpkin kits.

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Colour & Contour Bundle Card

8 Comments May 18, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Today I was creating a fancy year end card to give to my teaching team (I actually need 3 of them – my cohort partner, my teaching partner and my E.A.) They are all so fabulous! I used two challenges to help give me inspiration.

I love the Gilded Leafing and the In Color Jewels. They just add a sparkle that makes everything look so special. To see ow I applied the Gilded Leafing ( and grab a tip or two on how to use the Heat & Stick powder) watch my video. If you like it please subscribe and shar it with others. Thanks!

Live in Canada and love the new In Colours? It’s not too late to join my In Colour club. Your first month may arrive a bit late but you’ll be able to join us for the zoom and replay when you get your items. Then you’ll be all set for the next four months.

Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock $11.25	2021–2023 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $13.25	Tasteful Textile 3 D Embossing Folder $12.25	Color & Contour Bundle (English) $69.25
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $8.25	Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $12.00	Soft Succulent Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $12.00	Simply Elegant Trim $10.25	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $12.00
Polished Pink 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $12.00	Versamark Pad $13.00	White Stampin' Emboss Powder $8.25	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) $41.00	2021–2023 In Color Jewels $9.50
Heat & Stick Powder $8.25	Gilded Leafing Embellishment $12.25	Sponge Daubers $7.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $5.50	Stampin' Dimensionals $5.50
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $163.00	Whisper White Medium Envelopes $10.25

Paper Pumpkin – May 2021 Batter Up!

Leave a comment May 17, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This month’s Paper Pumpkin was a Home Run!! The Batter Up kit came with 3 pieces of Double Bubble Bubblegum, a Night of Navy Ink Spot, fabulous envelopes and all the card bits, plus the best stamp set.

Check out the video below to see how quick and easy the three cards are to make.

You won’t want to miss next month’s Paper Pumpkin either. June’s ink-credible kit contains enough elements to create nine cards—and coordinating envelopes—including ink-stained paper pieces, an exclusive stamp set, and not one, but two Classic Stampin’ Spots! And, it all comes in a cute, colorful, and collectible box.

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Have A Peachy Day

4 Comments May 16, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

The weather here in BC feels like summer and these peaches transport me to my childhood, summer days in Penticton. I created today’s card specifically for the Freshly Made Sketches challenge. If you haven’t tried your hand at a sketch challenge you really should. Such a great way to design cards and sometimes really stretches your creative thinking.

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I have been enjoying playing with the Sweet As A Peach bundle. I am getting ready for a Sweet As A Peach stamp camp being put on by myself and 6 other demos. There will be 14 projects total!! Registration has ended; however I still have two spots remaining for Option 2 and unlimited spots for people in the U.S. to order the PDF and attend the online portion. Click the image below for all the details.

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Here is a full listing of the products I used to create today’s card.

Product List

Pale Papaya 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $12.00	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $12.00	You're A Peach 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $13.25	Sweet As A Peach Bundle (English) $49.50
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad $10.25	Sponge Daubers $7.00
Neutrals Stampin' Write Markers $40.00	Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels $8.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $5.50	Mini Glue Dots $7.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $5.50
Tailored Tag Punch $24.00	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $82.00

Cute Fruit In Colour

1 Comment May 15, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

In Colours are the BEST! I love all the Stampin’ Up! colours, but the In-Colours always add a touch of freshness to the year.

This card features a 2020-21 In-Colour ( Magenta Madness) and a 2021-22 In-Colour ( Fresh Freesia). I created this card for the Spot Challenge #161 – Color Challenge.

Check out all the new In-Colours on-line here.

If you love them, there is still time to join my In Colour Club ( deadline says May 10th – so you may not get your first month’s packet in advance, but you’ll be right on schedule for the next 4 months!)

Click the image to see all the details.

Product List

159229 $11.25	155613 $12.00	152718 $12.25	153070 $15.75	145667 $24.00
155560 $48.00	153301 $22.00	153117 $10.25	147095 $10.25	132708 $8.25
155571 $9.50	110755 $5.50	104430 $5.50	150673 $82.00

Love all the product you see? Join my team! We have an AMAZING deal this month. Receive $206CAD in product for only $135CAD!! Click the image for all the details.

Sweet As A Peach Stamp Camp

Leave a comment May 14, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Join me and 6 incredibly talented friends as we bring you our **Sweet as a Peach Weekend Stamp Camp!**

This will be a full weekend stamp camp, June 5–6, 2021, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm PDT on both days! It will be a fabulous weekend crafting together from anywhere in Canada!

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DETAILS CAREFULLY!

What does the **Sweet as a Peach Weekend Stamp Camp** include?

– 14 Make ‘n Take Kits for 14 awesome projects including all cardstock, envelopes, linen thread and any die cuts not included in the Sweet as a Peach bundle!

– Unlimited access to an EXCLUSIVE Facebook group just for stamp camp attendees!

– 14 Video Tutorials! These will be LIVE but recorded so you can watch later as well!

– 14 Written Tutorials in a printable PDF!

– An Entry into our Prize Draws!

All you need to supply are inks, adhesives, a paper trimmer to cut your Designer Series Paper and a die cutting machine such as our Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Option 1: Get all of the above **FREE ** with the purchase of the You’re a Peach Suite (155831) for $77.50 plus shipping/taxes from my online store. This suite includes the Sweet as a Peach Bundle (stamp sets & dies), You’re a Peach 12×12 Designer Series Paper and the cutest Mini Jam Jars! Here is the link to order from me: http://www.stampinup.ca/products/you-re-a-peach-suite-collection-(english)?hostcode=QGAVXEH4

Order by May 14th but sooner is better in case of backorders!

Option 2: Do you already have these products? No problem! Get the Make ‘n Takes, Facebook videos and PDF tutorials, as well as a ½ package of the You’re a Peach Designer Series Paper (cut in half, if being mailed), for $45! Email me at leahdixon41@gmail.com or DM me by May 14th if you’d like Option 2!

Option 3 (for outside of Canada only): For $25, you will have access to the videos and PDF tutorials, and can join us on Facebook! Email me (leahdixon41@gmail.com) or send me a DM by June 3rd.

Make ‘n Take packages will be mailed by May 24th. With the mail being unpredictable, there is a small possibility that they will arrive after the stamp camp. No worries as you can enjoy the weekend with us and put your Make ‘n Takes together afterwards! You can also pick up your package from my home in Port Coquitlam, BC.

This card is not part of the Stamp Camp – but a great example of the beautiful projects we will be making.

Paper Pumpkin – expressions in colour (May 11 – June 10)

Leave a comment May 12, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

What is Paper Pumpkin? Paper Pumpkin is a monthly One-Stop Box™ that offers a unique variety of paper projects for subscribers of any skill level to enjoy!

You will LOVE this month’s kit! Dream and discover In Color with this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit! With inspiring ink-stained
elements and a stamp set with sentiments for any occasion, sending a splash of smiles is simple.

ABOUT THE KIT

Name: Expressions In Color

Details

Kit contains enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and coordinating envelopes. This all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
Coordinating colors: Bumblebee, Evening Evergreen, Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink
As always, this month’s kit features an exclusive stamp set. But, this month’s kit also includes not one, but two Classic Stampin’ Spots!
Comes in a cute, colorful, and collectible box.
Coordinates with products from the Expressions in Ink Suite (item #155459).

Sweet As A Peach

Leave a comment May 11, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

My new product arrived this afternoon!! So I took the same card idea I had this morning and recreated the card using the FABULOUS peaches! The You’re a Peach Suite is so SWEET. The moment I saw this set in the new 2021-2022 Annual Stampin’ Up! Catalogue I knew I needed to have it.

I have a super sweet deal for you as well. If you purchase the You’re a Peach Suite from me before May 14th, using the host code: QGAVXEH4, you will get full access to the amazing Sweet As A Peach Stamp Camp that I am hosting with 6 other amazing Canadian demonstrators. Click the image to see all the details and to register.

Watch the video for some quick tips on how to ink up these cute peaches. And for a look at all the items in the suite.

Product List

159229 $11.25	155823 $49.50	155686 $15.75	122925 $12.00	146990 $12.00
155670 $10.25	147101 $10.25	147095 $10.25	133773 $7.00	151193 $8.25
102283 $13.00	109132 $8.25	129053 $41.00	110755 $5.50	149699 $16.25
104430 $5.50	103683 $7.25	107301 $10.25

Pretty Perennials

Leave a comment May 11, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This morning I created two fun cards using the soon to be retiring Pretty Perennials bundle. I added in a bunch of Stampin’ Up!’s new In Colors. Fresh Freesia and Soft Succulent work so well with Highland Heather and Pool Party.

After my FB Live this morning, I played around with the same layout using one of my other favourite retiring products – Fine Art Floral DSP. I made sure to use my favourite stamp from this set – the awesome “happy” and paired it with the Birthday for the Global Design Project Theme Challenge (#GDP291)

If you’d like to see the details of how I created the Fresh Freesia card, check out my video. If you enjoy it please subscribe to my you tube channel.