More from Stampin' Up! Manhattan Flowers

zoe tant stampin' up! demonstrator

I told myself I wasn't going to buy this beautiful embossing folder as I thought I'd seen lots of cards made using it and it wouldn't appeal to anyone, but I then saw examples of it used at Stampin' Up! training events and by other demonstrators in real life and decided that I couldn't really live without it.  It was good decision to need it as I've really enjoyed using it, not least in this example where I've used it on shimmery white cardstock and really it needs very little else as it is just so striking, elegant and beautiful.  I have however matted it onto designer series paper from the brights stack (real red) only 39p per double sided sheet, and basic black cardstock.  I cut the flower down slightly and then used the offcuts for my sentiment which is from Thank You Kindly.  I've also used a stamp from Strength and Hope to enhance the real red backdrop and you can see it more clearly on the image below which is the inside of the card.  Rhinestones, real red satin ribbon and crochet thread from my stash have just added the final touches for one of the many thank yous I need to send for all the gorgeous birthday presents I received at the weekend.  

Of course I had money for my birthday too and so can indulge my 'NEEDS' further.  The only difficulty is choosing what to have next! You probably have this problem with Stampin' Up! products too! Make a wishlist and dream and soon it will be yours.  Of course you could have it sooner if you think about being a demonstrator and then you get it much cheaper, with early access to new products and training to show you how best to use it! You  can tailor it all to suit your lifestyle and your needs.  Contact me to find out how I can help you to get the most out of being a demonstrator.  Let the fun begin......................

Looking forward to hearing from you.

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Hugs Zx

Stampin' Up ! Manhattan Flowers Wow

zoe tant stampin up demonstrator

We are so lucky as demonstrators and customers to now get our hands on the Big Shot and all the fabulous exclusive accesssories that Stampin ' Up ! has to offer.  Manhattan Flowers embossing folder is no exception and it lends itself so well to helping us make cards with wow factor that are clean, simple and elegant.  I didn't want to buy it, but once I saw all the fabulous swaps that other demos made for our recent training sessions and how it was demo'd by Stampin' Up! I could resist no longer.  It's worked well as this week's challenge from Mandi & Chrissie at Less is More is for 'White on White'.  I can tell you that the whole idea of clean and simple and less is more has challenged me for sure over the past few weeks.  We are all guilty in life of going one step too far and so this has helped me to focus on a different repetoire in my card making and I have to say I've really enjoyed it.  Today I was aghast at their challenge, but am glad to say I'm pleased with the result.  I must confess that the thanks has been done using the Big Shot with a gift  sizzlit from a US friend, but I hope that come October and our new Idea Book, that we'll have a wider selection of all these wonderful accessories. 

Now if you like parties and crafting why not join my team mate Emma and I for our Stampin' Up! party  at the Bentley Hotel in Lincoln on Wednesday 6 July.  Book by the 15th June and it's only £15, but thereafter £17.50.  Ticket includes materials, a la carte stamp and more. Contact me at martin.tant@homecall.co.uk for more details and to book.

Happy weekend and crafting everyone.

Hugs Zx

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Recipe
Whisper White Cardstock
Whisper White Organza Ribbon
Basic Pearls
Manhattan Flowers Embossing Folder
Thanks sizzlit (US)