This month's hop features the next special occasion...Valentine's Day...so, it's only fair that the kit would be named "Heartfelt Love Notes".  The stamp set includes six different sentiments and four "Love Note' images. Every box is filled with everything you need to create 16 Love Notes...even comes with the envelopes!

I decided to take one of the love notes and cut off the front flap...leaving only the pocket portion to alter.

I have been in a heat emboss crafting crave this last month!  Whoa!!  Say that 3 times real fast...quite the tongue twister.  Buuut, so much fun!  This picture doesn't show off the shine of the clear embossed "Happy Valentine's Day", but you can definitely see the gold foil hearts on the pocket.

I cut off the scalloped edge of one of the note cards and matted it with Rich Razzleberry cardstock to give it a little color contrast to the Flirty Flamingo pocket.

And, look!  There's the flap that I cut off...and, the scallops from the note card.  Teehehe!  The vellum heart was part of the kit, as well as, the gel dots and ribbon.  I cheated and used a regular fork to create that awesome bow!  That is my go-to technique when I want both tails to display from behind the knot.  It gives such a more finished and clean look.

Isn't this just adorable?!!  Lots of heat embossing...the sentiment and little envelopes.  I love how the gold embossed mini envelopes came out on the Rich Razzleberry cardstock...very rich looking.

What do you think?  In my creative dreams, I was striving for elegant, which is a bit different from the modern look of the original pocket note card.  :)  If you haven't done any heat embossing lately, you need to pull out that Heat Tool and have some fun.  I can't seem to put my gun down for very long before I'm heat embossing something new.  I'd love to have you share your creations with me.

To get more inspiration for alternative ideas creating with the January Paper Pumpkin kit, make sure you visit the other A Paper Pumpkin Thing Group members' blogs to see what projects they have to share.  I'll be on your heals to soak in the new ideas and inspiration.  Thanks for stopping by....stop back again real soon.

At this time, you are now ready to hop on over to Kelly Acheson’s blog.  You won't want to miss traveling on as I know that she will have something adorable to share with you.  If you prefer to work your way backwards, you can jump back to Melissa Thomas's blog.  Either way, be sure to work your way through all of the blogs so you don’t miss a thing!

List of Hop Participants

I am very grateful to everyone that stops to visit me... I appreciate you and all of your wonderful support of my favorite stamping business.  I love the visits; and it warms my heart to read your thoughts you share with each comment.  If you haven't already, please share and invite your friends to stop by.  Oh, and subscribe to my blog so that you don't miss a single post.  I can't express how very passionate I am to share my love for papercrafting with you.

 

DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FUN-FILLED KIT -- and FREE SALE-A-BRATION CHOICES WITH A QUALIFYING SUBSCRIPTION!!  You won't want to miss subscribing to get your little Paper Pumpkin boxes in the mailbox because these projects are perfect for gift giving....no matter the holiday.  Subscribe with me today! 

 

 

 

How do I know if Paper Pumpkin is right for me?

If you can answer "Yes" to any of these questions, then Paper Pumpkin is the perfect solution for you!

• I want a creative escape but I don’t have a lot of time.
• I’m not sure I’m ready to commit to papercrafting, but I want to try it.
• I love to create but I don’t always feel creative.
• I need some fresh project ideas.
• How can I craft when I don’t have all the “crafting stuff” I need?

Go ahead....give it a 3-month, 6-month or 12-month test drive and get in on all the FUN!!  Plus, earn FREE Sale-A-Bration items to boot!  If you end up not enjoying it (GASP!!), you can cancel your subscription.  But, I'm sure you will be very happy and excited to see what the next month will bring you.  Trust me!  I've been a subscriber for over 3 years and I get anxious to receive my little orange box in the mail near the middle of each month.  **squeal**

 

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What additional supplies do you need to create these projects? All the items used are from Stampin’ Up! and can be bought through my online store HERE or click on the items below. A printable supply list is available as well!

1. Susan Melanie Rysted Lehrer 
2. Susan Campfield 
3. Bj Peters 
4. Amber Swift   
   
5. Colleen Vassos 
   
6. Lynn Streifert 
7. Lori Mueller    <--You are here
8. Dena Plummer Rekow 
9. Linda Bauwin 

Hello-hello stampers and paper crafters!  I'm so excited to have you visiting me. Welcome to my spot on the Stamp It Bog Hop for the month of January.  This month's theme is all about Valentine's Day.  OH. MY. WORD!...if you haven't gotten your hands on the Sure Do Love You bundle, you are missing out.  I am crazy IN LOVE with the Sure Do Love You stamp set and coordinating Lots to Love Box Framelits Dies.  **squeal**

If you have been traveling along the Stamp It Group Blog Hop, you may have come here from, Elizabeth Jeanne Thatcher's blog.  If this is your very first stop, I want to thank you so much for stopping to visit me. If you like to skip and hop and happen to get off track, the full blog lineup below will help you move along from blog to blog so you see all of the amazing creations.

 

 

I do find myself struggling to create clean and simple cards, but there is just something about creating a project with a mix of texture, dimension and pop.

 

 

Look at all that beautiful color!  I love the pattern from the Painted with Love Specialty Designer Series Paper and how well it compliments the polka dot pattern.

 

And THEN...with the Gold Foil stitched oval, the Gold Tinsel Trim, and the trimmed out Gold Foil using the Decorative Ribbon Border punch.  Simply lovely!

For more Valentine themed inspiration, make sure you hop on over to Gianna Melone-Sardella's blog and all the other Stamp It Group members' blogs to see what projects they have to share.  Thank you so much for stopping by....stop back again real soon.

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STAMP IT BLOG HOP GIVE AWAY

Good Luck to all!! One very lucky paper crafter will win this awesome Flying Home Stamp Set. To enter, you must leave a comment on any Stamp It Blog Hop post....AND, finally, you must include the correct hash tag...#stampitcontest with your comment.

 

 

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CONGRATULATIONS to our December Blog Hop Winner!

Barbara Brennan

 

 

Again, thank you--thank you--thank you!  I greatly appreciate you stopping by to visit me.  I love the visits; and it warms my heart to read your thoughts you share with each comment.  If you haven't already, please share and invite your friends to stop by.  Oh, and subscribe to my blog so that you don't miss a single post.  I can't express how very passionate I am to share my love for papercrafting with you

 

 

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IT'S SALE-A-BRATION TIME!!

 

Sale-A-Bration is under way and is, by far, the “most wonderful time of the year,” and not just because of the holidays.

 

 

Need an idea?  Start with my Sure Do Love You project:

 

 For every $50 you spend, you’ll receive a free Sale-A-Bration product. For anyone who has enjoyed Sale-A-Bration in the past, there is a new reward level, giving you more flexibility and options for your free items.

Let’s break it down:

• If you spend $50, you get one free level 1 product.
• If you spend $100, you get one free level 2 product, OR, you can choose two level 1 items.
• If you spend $150, you have the option to choose three level 1 items or one level 1 item and one level 2 item.

This new option allows everyone to create a personalized Sale-A-Bration experience!  **squeal**

All of the fine details about Sale-A-Bration can be found HERE
 

 

 

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Thank you for Shopping with Lori

• SHOP | VIEW: Stampin' Up! Annual 2017-18 Catalog online
• SHOP | VIEW: Stampin' Up! 2018 Occasions Catalog online
• SHOP | VIEW: Stampin’ Up! 2018 Sale-A-Bration Catalog online
• Clearance Rack -- Select products up to 60% off!
• Save 10% on a large selection of Stampin' Up! Bundles
• Save 10% on Occasions Catalog Product Bundles
• Subscribe to your creative escape with Paper Pumpkin
• Orders of $30 or more receive Dreamers Loyalty Rewards Points, accumulate and redeem for free stamps...print your copy!
• Use Hostess Code WNNHX3JB to get a FREE GIFT from me when you order $50 or more.
• STAMPIN' REWARDS:  Orders over $150 receive $15+ additional free product (you do not want to use the Hostess Code noted above...this is so YOU receive the Hostess benefits).

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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?  Please holler if you do.  I love and appreciate your comments.

ARE YOU A FACEBOOK FAN?  I would love it if you would "Like" my Lori Dreams Stampin page.

DO YOU CRUISE PINTEREST?  If you enjoy Pinterest, you can find my creations on Pinterest, too.

 

What supplies do you need to create this Card? All the items used are from Stampin’ Up! and can be purchased through my online store HERE or click on the items below. A printable supply list is available as well!

 

 

Product List

Sure Do Love You Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[145763]

$29.00

Sure Do Love You Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[145766]

$21.00

Sure Do Love You Wood-Mount Bundle

[145965]

$55.75

Sure Do Love You Clear-Mount Bundle

[145966]

$48.50

Powder Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[144244]

$8.00

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[120953]

$8.00

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

$9.00

Painted With Love Specialty Designer Series Paper

[145580]

$13.00

Gold Foil Sheets

[132622]

$4.00

Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad

[126950]

$6.50

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad

[126948]

$6.50

Love Mini Tinsel Trim Combo Pack

[145588]

$9.00

Big Shot

[143263]

$110.00

Decorative Ribbon Border Punch

[143721]

$16.00

Lots To Love Box Framelits Dies

[145653]

$33.00

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies

[145372]

$30.00

Stampin' Trimmer

[126889]

$30.00

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

[110755]

$4.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.00

Glue Dots

[103683]

$5.25

Click to view 2018 Occasions Catalog

HIP HIP HOORAY!  The best Stampin' Up! season of the year is HERE!  A brand new Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog & Sale-A-Bration brochure debut TODAY; and have set the stage for some promotion fun for all!  I have teased you with some sneak peeks of the new products for the past couple of weeks, but today is when you can finally get your hands on them!  **squeal**

Click to view Sale-A-Bration brochure

WHAT IS SALE-A-BRATION?  Sale-A-Bration is, one of the biggest Stampin’ Up! promotions of the year with many ways to earn FREE products.  It starts TODAY (Jan. 3) and ends March 31, 2018.  Here's the deal: for every $50 you spend (before tax and shipping), you get to choose something for FREE from the Sale-A-Bration catalog. That means it's the perfect time to purchase those products you've had your eye on while earning more products for free.

For anyone who has enjoyed Sale-A-Bration in the past, we have an exciting new announcement for this year: We now have a new reward level, giving you more flexibility and options for your free items.

That's not all!!  Enjoy Sale-A-Bration in 3 Different Ways:

1. You can EARN a FREE Sale-A-Bration exclusive product (see choices here) for every $50 you spend (before shipping and tax).
2. DO YOU HAVE A BIG WISH LIST?  Place an order of $250 or more and get $25 in additional Stampin’ Rewards.  You’ll also earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration product for every $50 you spend (total before shipping and tax).
3. THE.BEST.VALUE = THE ULTIMATE BUNDLE!! PLUS, ADD 2 FREE STAMP SETS!  Now is the time to purchase the $99 Starter Kit and join the Stampin’ Up! family!  Build your very own kit with up to $125 in your choice of products – that’s $26 FREE and the kit ships FREE (another 10% savings).  As a Sale-A-Bration bonus, add your choice of TWO FREE STAMP SETS (select from either the Occasions or Annual Catalog, any price).  Host and Sale-A-Bration stamp sets are excluded.

• No risk.
• No obligation to purchase more (but you’ll have at least a 20% discount if you do).
• No requirement to host workshops, teach classes, or seek sales.
• No penalty to drop!
• I welcome hobby stampers (aka "Happy Shoppers") when you purchase the kit through me.   Learn more about the benefits & discounts here.

NOTE:  Watch for another batch of limited-time products coming February 16!  *Product availability may be limited towards the end of the promotional sales period.

NEED COPIES OF THE OCCASIONS & SALE-A-BRATION CATALOGS? If you have not already designated another Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for your supply needs, I would be more than happy to send you both the Occasions & Sale-A-Bration catalogs to you.  Please contact me with your mailing information.

 If you plan to order through another demonstrator, please contact them directly for your catalogs.  Thank you.

Thank you for supporting my business and for giving me the opportunity to service your stamping and shopping needs!