Springtime Joy - it's not just a feeling ...

... it's also a really cute stamp set. 

While the images are adorable, it was the easter sentiment that really spoke to me.

 

Back to those cute images though, nothing like a fancy fold card that shows them all.

  

I think these images would also make cute baby cards.  With a "welcome" sentiment or mash up the two stamps and make a " welcome new beginnings" card.

One of the best benefits of Stampin' Up! is the amazing community of demonstrators who freely share - this fancy fold was shown to me by fellow demonstrator Elizabeth Green. She probably told me what the name of the fold was too but I didn't write it down.  And if I didn't write it down...

To make this card you need one standard card base (8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored on the long side at 4 1/4") in your choice of colour and a second just slightly smaller card base of basic white (8" x 5 3/8" scored on the long side at 2" and 4").

When securing designer paper to the front of the card (5 1/4" x 4"), only use adhesive around the edge. This way when you punch out or die cut the window in the front of the card, you can use just the cardstock layer and save the dsp cut out for another project.

Secure the white layer to the colour layer and then add the strip of dsp (5 1/8" x 1 3/4") to fold first. Then you can line up the cardstock cut out in the window.  Remember to only put adhesive on the right side of the piece - unless you want to glue the cards shut, I guess that's an option too.  Just, maybe not a good one.

I also love to make (and hand out) treats.  Using the beautiful - yes, it's pink and still I love it - Love You Always specialty paper, this was another great project for the cutie patootie sheep to make an appearance.

Did you notice the polka dot ribbon? I love love love this ribbon.  It's about to retire. Now usually, retiring is a great thing 😉 but in this case, I will be really sad to see it go. There are lots of items that will get their last hurrah this month before they are gone forever.  sniff sniff.  Ok, it's just craft supplies - but I do get attached.

Lucky for me, the new catalogue starts on May 4th - the force to buy is strong with this one. (I am sitting here giggling as I write this - I amuse myself so much).  To see the last chance items, best to visit my online store - it updates as things sell out so will be the most accurate.

http://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=SEJRGJ23

Need a new annual catalogue? I'll have them in my hot little hands next week. Leave a comment if you want one and I'll hook you up.

I hope you all have a happy Easter - whether you celebrate the religious holiday or just enjoy candy and a long weekend. And find lots of joy in this spring. We could probably all use a new beginning in something or another.

Happy stamping!

Tracey