Suitably Stamped with Michelle Suit

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“Belle’s Gown” Tutorial Now Available

Are you ready???  I’m SO excited to announce that the brand spankin’ 
NEW COLOR TUTORIAL
for
“Belle’s Gown”
is
NOW AVAILABLE!!
There are two ways you can get your very own copy…
1.  You can purchase the tutorial by clicking the PayPal link below for only $7.95 and the pdf files will be emailed directly to your inbox.

OR
2.  You can receive the lovely 5 page color tutorial as a FREE GIFT from me when you purchase either the Ovals Framelits (Item # 129381) or the Dress Up Framelits (Item #130101)
from my Online Store by JUST CLICKING HERE.
NOTE:  I will tell you that if you love making these dresses as much as I do and will be waiting to see who the next princess will be…it would be great to have both of these on hand.  🙂
I am having a blast creating these lovely princess dresses and I can’t tell you how overwhelmed I have been by all your wonderful emails and comments.  It just makes me want to create a little more “magic” for you!
Please keep stopping by to see what’s new and exciting with my Suitably Punched line of projects.  Also…keep sending in those requests!
Wishing you a magical day,

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Sweet Chicks, Pop Up Posies and a Special Offer

Hey there, Stampin’ Peeps!

I don’t know about you…but I’m ready to feel that warm spring sunshine in my bones.  I’m ready to relax in the hammock on the deck and listen to the sounds of spring.  Since it’s supposed to be in the “teens” here tomorrow morning I thought I’d better create some spring here in my stampin’ studio.

I love perusing Pinterest and I’m excited to see all the bright and cheery ideas that are popping up for Spring and Easter. (Are you dreaming along with me on Pinterest?  Come on in! The water’s fine! You can follow me “Suitably Stamped-Michelle Suit)   I’ll be sharing some new projects soon that were inspired by some that I’ve picked as favorites.  But now I want to share a fun project that I hope you’ll like.  It’s called “Spring Chicks and Place Cards”.
I recently met an awesome stamper who is a terrific friend and a brand new team member on our Trinity Design Stamping Team named Kim Fields.  Kim created some adorable little birds and I just fell in love with them.  I decided to take them and change them a little (because that’s what we do…).
Here’s what I came up with…

Aren’t they sweet?  I just sketched out the shape for the bird body and wing and transferred it to a scrap of cardboard to make a reusable template.  I then found some scraps of Designer Series Paper (this paper is from a retired suite).  You could use any design really.  You could even use card stock in your favorite spring colors and emboss them with one (or more) of the Embossing Folders.  The possibilities are endless.
The beak is punched from the Heart punch and adhered between the two layers.  The feet are made with 2 paper clips just opened up and glued inside between the front and back layers.  The eyes are actually the Basic Pearls.  I made them black by coloring them with a black Sharpie and letting them dry.  How cool is THAT??  You can make pearls in any color you’d like.  Woot!

The place card is made from a scrap of Pool Party Core’dinations card stock (#129321).  It’s embossed with the “Honeycomb” Embossing Folder (#129378).  I think that’s so stinkin’ cute!  It reminds me of chicken wire.  Right??  The Soft Suede tag and flower were made using the Pop Up Posies Designer Kit from the Spring Catalog (#131395)  It has SO many parts and pieces to create a bunch of fun projects.  Here’s a peek at what you get with the kit…

It’s just awesome.  I have a few other projects to share with you that I’ve created with my kit.  Stay tuned.

Ok…are you ready for spring NOW?  Head over to my Online Stampin’ Store and get everything you need to make your Spring and Easter the most special one ever.

**SPECIAL OFFER**  When you order the Pop Up Posies Kit from my Online Store you will receive a FREE PDF with other project ideas to create with it.  It’s an exclusive offer just for you.  Don’t miss out!**

Stamped Blessings,

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Bibbidi…Bobbidi…Boo! NEW Punch Art for You!

Hello Peeps!  Happy Wednesday!

Ok…I’ve had today’s punch art idea floating around in my head for about a week now and it feels SO good to  finally get it “done”.  If you’ve seen my recent projects, you’ve probably noticed that my body might be in Virginia but my heart is in Orlando.  🙂  More specifically….Disney World.

I decided to use the punch art creation I made as the focal point for a scrapbook page.  It fit in perfectly with the stamped sentiment I wanted to use and it’s definitely the right theme.  I have some adorable photos from Lindsay’s graduation photo session and I haven’t gotten them into a scrapbook yet.  So….this was the first step towards that goal.

All right….enough chatting….let’s get to the punch art!!

“Cinderella’s Coach”!  I created it using all Stampin’ Up! punches, framelits and card stock.  Isn’t that so cool??  Here’s another view…

And another..
I also used the Ovals Framelits to make the sweet “swags” at the top.  They remind me of the fabric on Cinderella’s dress.
Ok….It is really late here and I have SO much more to tell you.  *sigh*.  I will post  again today with new class dates/times etc. and lots more so be sure to stop back by for a visit.
Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday,
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NEW! “Scrapbook in a Day” Class Announced

You are cordially invited to the
“Springtime Flower Fair”
Scrapbook in a Day Stamp Camp
Saturday, April 6th
10 a.m- 2 p.m.
Come on over and “spring” into Spring with me by creating a beautiful 8″ x 8″ scrapbook.
You will be ready to start this season off on the right foot with 20 pages just waiting for your fun photos.
Here’s what is included…
8″ x 8″ Daffodil Delight Designer Printed Ring Scrapbook Album
10 ea. double-sided pages in polypropylene page protectors
Page Maps for all 20 pages created just for you with color photos for easy assembly
Beautiful Designer Series Paper cut to size
Coordinating card stock stickers, buttons and ribbon
1 full pack of Basic Rhinestones
Adhesive
You’ll go home with your finished scrapbook that’s sure to be a cherished keepsake for years to come.
Class Fee:  $50
Payment is due by the RSVP date (Friday, March 22nd)
PayPal Link below is available for quick and easy payments
Since this is a prepaid class, refunds will NOT be available.  If you are unable to attend, your kit will be available for pick up beginning on Monday, April 8th.

To register (pay for your class fee) simply click the “Buy Now” link for secure payments.

Class size will be limited to 12 stampers so don’t wait….Sign up to reserve your spot.
As always, please email me with any questions or leave a comment here on the blog.
I can’t wait to stamp with you soon!

Stamped Blessings,

 

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Introducing… Delilah!

Hello, stampin’ friends!

Spring is springin’ and the birds are singin’… FINALLY! I had a great weekend that included fun family time, a terrific stamping get-together with ladies from Trinity Design Stampers and Stamping With Style. I was excited and honored to win a card contest with a new wedding card and also to win the Judge’s Choice Award out of all categories! Here’s my card:

“Very Vintage Bridal” in Crumb Cake and Very Vanilla

I love the flower trim that’s in the Spring Catalog – it’s so vintage and absolutely elegant. The skirt was made with the 5/8″ flower trim. It comes in a yummy vanilla color and is easy to transform into any color of the rainbow.

Here’s what it looks like:

5/8″ Flower Trim – Vanilla #126869 
2yards each  $6.95

It also uses the Dress Up Framelits – this particular one has seen quite a bit of use the last few days! I can’t get enough of it! If you haven’t seen it, here’s what it looks like:
Dress-Up Framelits – #130101
$24.95
Now on to today’s project… Here’s a fun project with a new punch art critter that I created for a recent Easter card swap. Meet Delilah!

Delilah is peeking through the rabbit hole, checking to make sure that her Easter eggs are safe and sound… the Easter Eggs were created using the XL Oval Punch and then each one was embossed with a different embossing folder. I don’t know about you, but Delilah and I are ready for Spring!
 
Speaking of Spring, don’t forget that items in the Spring Catalog are available now for you to start creating your Spring and Easter projects. Hop on over to my Online Shop to see all the fun stamps and accessories that are now available.

Also, Sale A Bration is winding down….It will end on March 22nd.  Don’t forget that you can get one FREE ITEM from the SAB catalog with every $50 you purchase. Want to get an extra 20% Off ALL of your stampin’ supplies?  Just ask me how! 

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead…
    
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“Tale as old as time…” Punch Art

Happy Snow Day!  It’s a blustery, cold and snowy day here today and I LOVE it!  No school and NO work.  Wahoo!  I spent the morning in the studio working on a new punch art project to share with you.
I hope you’re ready for a little more “magic”.  After creating Cinderella’s dress last week my mind was just racing with new punch art ideas.  I sat and sketched out a few but this one was definitely at the top of my “To Do” list.  
Are you ready?? 
 Here it is…
This is Belle’s gown…on a canvas!  I am SO please with the way it turned out.
I added a little more dimension to the bottom of her dress by popping up folded pieces of the underskirt.
When I think about the relationship between Belle and Beast I think this stamp from the “Feel Goods” stamp set fits just perfectly.  I added an “enchanted rose” under glass…and then….
I used the “Hearts A Flutter” Framilits to create the flag banners.  They remind me of the ones they have hanging in the halls of the castle.  I added to them by using stamps from the Collage Curios stamp set and to finish it off along with a clock charm from the “Tea Time Trinkets” collection in the Spring Catalog.  (The Eiffel Tower-because they live in France…The Rose-for the Enchanted Rose…and the Clock-for the “Tale as old as time…” theme)
I will be posting a new Suitably Punched Tutorial very soon with the instructions on how to make Belle’s gown.  I’m really excited about that!!  I hope you are too.  Please check back soon for all the details.
For now…I’m off to get things ready for a yummy dinner for tonight.  I hope that wherever you are that you are warm and toasty and I hope you have a magical day.
Stamped Blessings,
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Tutorial NOW AVAILABLE!

WOO HOOO!!  The “Cinderella – She Believed She Could…So She Did” Punch Art Tutorial is now ready and available.  If you missed it, here are the details….

Get it for FREE…  When you purchase my choice for this week’s Suitably Punched Project which is the “DRESS UP” Framelits #130101 from my Online Shop.  To place your order JUST CLICK HERE  Your PDF file will be emailed to you after I get your order confirmation from Stampin’ Up!  (Remember…with every $50 you spend you will be eligible to earn additional FREEBIES from the Sale-A-Bration products until March 22nd.)

Buy it separately…  If you already own the Dress Up Framelits and would still love to make this fun project, you can order the color PDF tutorial for just $6.95.  Just click on the PayPal button in the right side bar here on my blog to “Buy” yours now.

Thanks SO much for the overwhelming response to this project.  You all have just touched me more than you can imagine and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Have any other questions?  Don’t hesitate to email me.  I’d be happy to chat with you!

Stamped Blessings,

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“Trash to Treasure” Video Tutorial

Hello my friends!
It’s here at last!  A fun, FREE video tutorial with easy to follow, step by step instructions for you on how to create the
 “Trash to Treasure Pillow Boxes”.
 
 
It’s definitely a project you can make at the spur of the moment. 
Check it out…  Just CLICK HERE.
I hope you have a blast making some of your very own.  I’d love to see what you come up with.
Stamped Blessings,
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“She believed she could…so she did”

Happy Saturday Peeps!
I’m beyond excited about this post and especially the card I’m sharing today.  By now you know how much I love finding new ways to use and create with tools that may not have been “made” for a certain purpose like punches and framelits.  Punch Art has turned into a passion for me and I love it SO much.  I love looking at them and thinking outside the box (or punch as it were) to find new “life” in them.  Whether it’s one of my “critters” or another fun design like on today’s card, it’s just so exciting for me when it all comes together.
Before I show it to you, though, I want to let you know about a fun, new adventure I’m starting here on my blog.  It’s called “Suitably Punched”.  Each week I will be creating with my favorite punch or framelit set of the week.  I’ll be posting the project here on my blog and sharing it on the Suitably Stamped Facebook Page and Pinterest as well.  Once it’s posted I will be offering a FREE Color Tutorial for the punch art when you purchase the punch/framelit of the week through me. Your tutorial will be emailed to you as a pdf attachment for you to use as your recreate the fun.
 Already own the punch/framelit of the week? No worries, you can purchase the tutorial for each project separately. Tutorial price will be based on the complexity of the project. The tutorial for today’s project is available for purchase for $6.95. I’ll have all the ordering info here for you with each project so it will be a quick and easy process for you and you’ll be able to get started right away. 
Sound fun?  I think so!
Alrighty….Here’s the very first 
“Suitably Punched” Design….
It’s simply magical.  I hope you like it!

I’m absolutely in LOVE with this design!   When I finished it last night I just kept staring at the card and smiling like a fool!  I woke up this morning and couldn’t wait to share it with all of YOU!
So….this week’s pick for “Punch/Framelit” of the Week is……..
The “DRESS UP” FRAMELITS
DRESS UP FRAMELITS   ITEM #130101   Price:  $24.95
I will let you in on a little secret….I already have sketches for several other projects using this adorable set of framelits and I’m just itching to start creating them.
Ok….  If you’d like a FREE, step by step, color tutorial on how to create Cinderella’s dress and the sweet, little birds too….just go to my Online Shop by clicking the shopping cart in the upper right section here on the blog.  You’ll find them in the “Spring Catalog”.  FYI….there’s a stinkin’ cute coordinating stamp set to go with them too!  Order both in a bundle for double the fun! 
Here’s a peek at the stamp set….
DRESS UP STAMP SET – ITEM #129174  –  Price $16.95
Ok….we are off on a fun family adventure today.  I’d love to hear from you!  Leave me a comment and let me know what you think!
And remember…. 
The right pair of shoes can change your life….
Just ask Cinderella!
Wishing you a magical day,

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“Sunny Side of the Street” Sweet Note Tote

Hey there, Stampers,

Want a fun, sweet project that’s sure to bring smiles and sunshine? 

I had an amazing time Saturday sharing this fun “Sweet Note Tote” with my Inkerbelle Stampin’ Team gals.  We had such fun and shared lots of laughs and stampin’ time.  They each got to create their own tote which included 4 beautiful monogrammed cards and 4 matching embossed envelopes.  Everything fit perfectly into the tote and they left with a fun gift to give (or keep for themselves…hee hee hee)
I will be scheduling a “Sweet Note Tote” class for those of you in the Northern Virginia area and I’ll be offering the project as a “kit” option too….so stay tuned. 
Ok…Here’s a look at the one like the girls made this weekend…

I love the “Sycamore Street” Designer Series Paper.  Wanna know what’s even better??  You can get it for FREE during Sale A Bration.  This paper is one of the 19 items you can get for FREE with every $50 in orders you place.  To see all 19 products JUST CLICK HERE  So…get your Wish List out and head to my Online Store to start getting those FREEBIES.
If you’re interested in either the “SWEET NOTE TOTE” class or kit, send me a note and I’ll put your name on the list and I’ll be in touch soon.  Until then you can check out my video tutorial by Clicking Here
Alrighty…have YOU stamped something today? 
If not…you should!  🙂  
Wishing you a magical day,