Who wouldn’t smile to see Ruff pop out of a birthday card or any card for that matter?

Ruff is ready to party! Constructed by using ‘altered’ punches he’s just adorable.  And so quick thanks to the awesome and easy to use  STAMPIN’ UP! Punches.

He is not my original creation but one that I got from fellow Stampin’ UP! Demonstrator Ellen Kemper, the unofficial ‘Punch Queen’ as I like to think of her.  Here’s a quick link to her blog:

http://blinkthinkink.blogspot.com/

Ellen is a true Punch Art aficionado and you will be inspired by her artwork so drop by her blog and see what awesome things she creates with her wonderful Stampin’ UP! punches.

Punches used in Ruff were (from top to bottom):

Photo Corners with tattering on edges for ears

Butterfly Extra-large with one wing trimmed and the nose is the Ticket Corner Small punch

1 3/8″ x 5/8″ Oval for chin

1 3/4″ x 7/8″ Oval front chest

2″ x 1 3/8″ Oval hind quarters

Altered Inside negative from Photo Corner punches

1/2″ Circle Cut in half

The bone was made from a diagonal piece of the Curly Label punch

Facial features were drawn with the Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker

I think you’ll have tons of fun using your Stampin’ UP! punches in this altered art form to add a touch of personality and charm to your creations.

Remember, if there is anyway I can help you with your creativity just drop me a line, meanwhile I hope you’re enjoying your summer this year!

Thanks for stopping by,

Katherine

The clever folks at Stampin’ UP! had to know how darling and addicting these Itty Bitty Bits Stamps, the Bitty Punch Pack, and the Bitty Buttons would be!  Just look at all the quick easy fun you can have with them…

Here I have created a trio of Bashful Blue Stars using the recently discontinued Small Star Punch as a background for one of the Itty Bitty Bits images and the Bashful Blue Striped Grosgrain Ribbon tied in a square knot to say a sweet hello to a new arrival!  I have added a touch of Stampin’ UP! Crystal Effects to the center images before adhering them with Stampin’ dimensionals to give them that shiny glassy look.  The card is then mounted on a standard size Bashful Blue     4 1/4 x 5 1/2 card.

Next I have created a cute little gift tag:

Using the Stampin’ UP! Bitty Punch Pack images to create a Tic Tac Toe design on this little gift tag adds a touch of whimsy to your gift wrapping.  The striking contrast of the Real Red and Basic Black is a favorite and is sure to draw your attention.

The tag inside has a simple greeting.

One last flash of inspiration before I leave you was a Happy Valentines Day card…

The possibilities are endless!

I hope you have a wonderful and safe Fourth of July weekend!

Happy Stamping!  Katherine

With the publication of their Summer Mini Catalog Stampin’ UP! introduced crafters and enthusiasts to their exclusive new little Itty Bitty Bits collection.  Featuring 9 unique Itty Bitty Bit designs this Stampin’ UP! stamp set is one that I’ll turn to frequently for those quick last minute cards that are needed for various events.

The clean lines and precious little designs are fresh and fun to work with.  Once again, Stampin’ UP! has brought together both form and function in creating a Punch Pack of 3 great mini punches in their sleek new locking and flat design, and a package of 64 clear Bitty Buttons to coordinate perfectly with the Itty Bitty Bits Stamp Set.

The tinniest white border around the stamped images, when punched, give a 3-D effect when mounted on color coordinated dots created using the 1/2″ Circle Punch.  Add a bit of ribbon and a greeting and it’s “easy peasy” and stinkin’ cute to boot!

Ink Colors:  Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Only Orange, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo.

Card stock colors: Same as above, Whisper White

Stamp Sets featured:  Itty Bitty Bits and Great Friend (‘for you’ greeting)

Embellishments used:  Melon Mambo, Polk-a-Dot ribbon, Bitty Bit Buttons, Mini Glue Dots, Tombow Multi Purpose Glue and misc. white embroidery thread

I hope you are enjoying your summer!  Thanks for stopping by. . .

Katherine

Let your graduate know how special they are with a graduation card made using Stampin’ UP! stamps and card stock.

Graduation cards are easy to customize for your graduates’ school colors using this  great pattern and Stampin’ UP!’s excellent card stock.

Stampin’ UP!’s exclusive 80lb. high-quality card stock is dyed with pure color all the way through.  Available as color family assortments or as individual color packages.  Stampin’ UP!’s card stock is acid free, lignin free, and buffered, qualities that make them safe for scrapbooking.

Follow the link to see the beautiful color palatte of Stampin’ UP! card stock: katherinepritchard.stampinup.net

Stampin’ UP!’s high-quality ribbon with a smooth satin finish on both sides will add instant elegance to your graduation cards.   Available in several of Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive colors. 5/8″ wide, approx. 15 yards and is available in the 2010 Stampin’ UP! Summer Mini Catalog for a limited time.

Supplies:

Stamps:  Well Scripted Stamp Set (Occasions Mini Catalog)

Cardstock:  Basic Black, Whisper White, Brilliant Blue, Summer Sun, Real Red

Ink:  Stampin’ UP! Classic Ink in Real Red and Brilliant Blue

Accessories:  Real Red 5/8″ Satin Ribbon, 1/4″ White Grosgrain Ribbon, 1 3/8″ Square Punch, Silver Brad, Dimensionals, Misc. DMC white floss

For more creative ideas be sure to visit my Stampin’ UP! website at: katherinepritchard.stampinup.net