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Party Fun and Happy New Year! December InKing Royal Blog Hop

16 Comments / Blog Hop, Misc Holidays /

Welcome to InKing Royalty’s December Blog Hop! During this year’s blog hops, we are having fun with our stamping favorites – our favorite themes for seasonal cards and projects.

This month’s projects are all about party fun – festive gatherings like New Year’s, birthdays and other fun times. How fun! We are excited to share our creations with you today! After you read my post, I hope you’ll hop over to the next person on the list at the base of this post.

Today I am excited to share a super simple Happy New Year card using the Gold/Rose Gold Specialty Paper. This paper pack is perfect for that added sparkle on all your holiday cards.

I began with a Very Vanilla card base and keeping with my them of simple but elegant, added an embossed layer of trees (Evergreen Forest folder) in Very Vanilla CS.

I then used the Gold/Rose Gold Specialty paper and cut Happy New Year with the Word Wishes Dies (pg. 166 AC). I used a small hole punch to create the added bling from the remains of my cut outs. This paper is so gorgeous I just did not want to waste any of it.

For the inside of my card I stamped the greeting from Heartfelt Wishes using Cinnamon Cider Ink and added some more homemade bling!

I do wish Stampin’ Up! had a Gold ink pad, as the Cinnamon Cider does not match perfectly, but it is close. I could have heat embossed the greeting with VersaMark ink and our Gold Embossing powder, but then it would not be a super simple card. LOL

I hope you enjoyed today’s post and will hop along to our next stop at Avery’s Owlery with Lynn Kolcun. There’s lots of inspiration to be found in this group – and you don’t want to miss it!

Have a Blessed Christmas and a Very Happy New Year! And before you leave please help me in wishing my upline and amazing leader, Brian King, a very Happy Birthday-with a sneak peek at the Flowering Rain Boots Bundle!

Happy Birthday Brian!!! Rain Boot Bundle coming January 4, 2022!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Thank you for hopping along with us. If you get stuck during the Blog Hop, please use this line-up as a guide:
  1. Brian King at Stamp with Brian
  2. Pam Morris at Tap Tap Stamp
  3. Renae Novak at Blessed by Cards
  4. Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
  5. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
  6. Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
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Word Wishes Dies
149629 $36
Evergreen Forest
153576 $10
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Very Vanilla CS
101650 $9.75
Gold/Rose Gold Specialty Paper
156844 $5
Heartfelt Wishes
156541 $$21
Cinnamon Cider Ink
153114 $7.50
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Stampin’ Adhesive
152813 $8

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Get Your Jingle on with Holly Jolly Wishes!

Christmas 2021 /

Today’s card is just plain fun. I used strips of designer series paper from Sweet Stockings and a few Cherry Cobbler stars from the Stitched Star Dies and a greeting from Holly Jolly Wishes.

What a super easy and fun card to create for the holidays. This is was Sara Douglas calls a 4 step card. Here are the four steps.

  1. Cardstock
  2. Stamps
  3. Designer Series Paper
  4. Accessories

My accessories may be a little stepped up as I created the bling using the Stitched Star dies, so perhaps this is a 4½ step card! LOL I began with a Cherry Cobbler card base and added 4 strips of the Sweet Stocking Designer Series Paper that measure 1 x 3¼.

The greeting is from Holly Jolly Wishes, stamped on Basic White cardstock in Cherry Cobbler and cut out using one of the labels from Seasonal Labels Dies. Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to attach greeting label to the card front.

There are only 10 days until Christmas, so go ahead and get your Jingle on! Happy Stamping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Holly Jolly Wishes
156362 $21
Stitched Stars Dies
150653 $38
Seasonal Labels Dies
156299 $38
Sweet Stocking DSP
156281 $11.50
Cherry Cobbler CS
119685 $8.75
Cherry Cobbler Ink
147083 $7.50
Basic White CS
159276 $9.75
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Stampin’ Dimensionals
104430 $4
Liquid Glue
110755 $4
Add All to Cart

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Holiday Shaker Card-Make It Monday #37

Christmas 2021, Make it Monday Videos /

Today I am so excited to share a super easy and fun shaker card using a clear envelope. You can get a pack of 50 envelopes for only $6, #102619 on page 136 in the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog.

pdf supplies and instructions

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Snowflake Wishes
158267 $27
Balmy Blue CS
146982 $8.75
Balmy Blue
147105 $7.50
Basic White CS
159276 $9.75
Clear Envelopes
102619 $6
Evergreen Elegance
155579 $40.50
Evening Evergreen
155576 $7.50
Basic Gray Ink
149165 $7.50
For Unto Us
153335 $21
Tear n Tape
154031 $7
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A Call for Change-A Call to Evangelize!~Sunday Wisdom

Sunday Wisdom /

During this Advent Season we continue to hear from John the Baptist and his message is simple, conversion.  It is a loud and boastful call for us to evaluate what is important in our lives and perhaps, change our direction.  What is it that keeps us from living authentic lives, the life Christ has called us to live?

This gospel is also a call for evangelization.  How well do I share my faith with others?  Of course not everyone will listen, but my friends the love of Christ and His Mercy is so powerful, I do not want you to miss out on living a life of being loved unconditionally by our Savior.

So, this Advent Season I pray we can all lay down our brokenness and our burdens and put on the face of Christ, so that we can be empty and little allowing the Holy Spirit to fill us and bless us with the fire of His love.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Glittery Holiday Pinecones-Favorite Things Friday

2 Comments / Christmas 2021 /

I don’t know why but this time of the year, I seem to be drawn to pinecones and trees and of course all things snowmen. I am loving the Christmas to Remember Bundle. I told myself that I have enough pinecones, but of course I did not listen and so today I bring to you two favorites, pinecones and glittery backgrounds.

The greeting is from the Christmas to Remember stamp set and the background is some of the dies from the Christmas Pinecone Dies. You can save 10% when you bundle the set and the dies, #156806, I just love the greetings in this set and I stepped up the background a bit by using the Gold/Rose Gold Specialty paper featured in the July -December mini catalog.

Supplies

  • Cherry Cobbler CS- 5½ x 8½, (card base)
  • Very Vanilla CS-2½ x 3½
  • Gold/Rose Gold Specialty DSP- 6×6
  • Early Espresso CS-3 x4  
  • Christmas to Remember Bundle
  • Seasonal Label Dies
  • Cherry Cobbler Ink
  • Stampin’ Cut n Emboss Machine
  • Stampin’ Seal Adhesive/Liquid Glue
  • Stampin’ Dimensionals

Directions

  • Score card base in landscape position (aka longer side) at 4¼. Fold and burnish to create card.
  • Use the Stampin’ Cut n Emboss to crop background die with the Gold/Rose Gold Specialty Paper. Attach to card front.  I used Liquid Glue, but you can also use the Adhesive Sheets, just apply the sheet to the cardstock before running it through the Stampin’ Cut n Emboss Machine.
  • Next crop the outline die for the pinecones using Early Espresso CS.
  • Stamp the greeting in Cherry Cobbler on Very Vanilla panel and crop with coordinating die from the Seasonal Label Dies.
  • Add 4 x 5¼ panel of Very Vanilla to the inside and decorate as desired.

Both of these Christmas Bundles coordinate with each other and when you order these bundles, you save 10%. I hope you have a great day and create something beautiful to share with someone special in your life. Happy Stamping!!!!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Christmas To Remember Bundle 156806 60.25
Christmas Season Bundle
156801 $54
Cherry Cobbler CS
119685 $8.75
Cherry Cobbler Ink
147083 $7.50
Gold/Rose Gold DSP
156844 $5
Early Espresso CS
119686 $8.75
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Liquid Glue
110755 $4
Adhesive Sheets
152334 $10
Stampin’ Dimensionals
104430 $4
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December Paper Pumpkin Last Call

Sales and Announcements /

Tomorrow, December 10 is the last day to sign up for the “Lots of Pun” Paper Pumpkin Kit!

Paper Pumpkin Monthly Stamp Camp in a Box!

What is Paper Pumpkin?

Paper Pumpkin is our monthly One-Stop Box™ that offers a unique variety of paper projects for subscribers of any skill level to enjoy! These thoughtfully themed and all-inclusive craft kits encourages you to explore your creativity, try new techniques, and discover an love for papercrafting. CLICK HERE

Why Paper Pumpkin?

Paper Pumpkin is super easy because everything is pre-cut and ready for assembly. It is an impressive collection of our products, from that one-of-a-kind ink pad to our eye-catching embellishments. This easy and exciting way to stock up on supplies—and create small-batch projects for occasions of any kind—will inspire you to keep on creating. So let your imagination soar and use the stamps and inks provide to continue crafting even after your kit is completed. CLICK HERE

Remember…..never under estimate a Crafty Woman! LOL

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Free Shipping Today Only!

Christmas 2021, Sales and Announcements /

FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $50 or more, today only! This an awesome time to get that favorite bundle you have been thinking about and to stock up on those every day essentials like Stampin’ Seal Adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals and of course our beloved ribbons and gems.

TODAY ONLY! FREE SHIPPING on all order of $50 or more!

Today’s card features the Christmas Season Bundle, #156801 $54 and when you add it to your cart, you will enjoy free shipping.

Supplies

  • Evening Evergreen CS- 5½ x 8½, (card base), 3-1/8”circle)
  • Painted Christmas DSP- 2 x 5½ and 2-7/8”circle
  • Basic White CS-1 x 3, 3 x 4, 4 x 5¼  
  • Christmas Season Bundle
  • Peaceful Deer Stamp Set
  • Soft Suede Ink
  • Early Espresso Ink
  • Layering Circles Dies
  • Stampin’ Cut n Emboss Machine
  • Stampin’ Seal Adhesive/Liquid Glue

Directions

  • Score card base in landscape position (aka longer side) at 4¼. Fold and burnish to create card.
  • Layer 2 x 5½ Painted Christmas DSP with small brown pinecones to the left side of card front..
  • Next use the Layering Circle Dies and use the Stampin’ Cut n Emboss machine to crop a circle from Evening Evergreen CS and the Painted Christmas DSP (colorful pinecones). Layer together and attach to card front. 
  • Stamp the small pinecones in Soft Suede and Early Espresso ink and crop with coordinating dies from bundle. Create as many pinecones as desired.  I layered two on the circle, one on the lower portion of the card and one inside.
  • Stamp the greeting in Early Espresso ink on small white CS out with small label from Seasonal Label Dies. 
  • Layer greeting across lower portion of circle on card front.
  • Attach 4 x 5¼ white panel to the inside and decorate as desired.

Take advantage of today’s FREE SHIPPING by adding this sweet Christmas Bundle to your order. There are so many wonderful holiday bundles to choose from and remember most of them will be retiring very soon. Don’t forget to apply the host code: V4G76UPF. Thanks so much!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Christmas Season Bundle
156801 $54
Peaceful Deer Bundle
156391 $36
Painted Christmas DSP
156292 $11.50
Evening Evergreen CS
155574 $8.75
Layering Circle Dies
151770 $35
Early Espresso Ink
147114 $7.50
Soft Suede Ink
147115 $7.50
Basic White CS
159276 $9.75
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Stampin’ Seal Adhesive
152813 $8
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Holiday Angel

2 Comments / Christmas 2021 /

Today’s card features the Angels of Peace stamp set pictured in the July-December 2021 mini catalog. These sweet angels make adorable Christmas cards and tags! I love creating holiday cards with our holiday designer series paper packs. It is super fast and easy.

Supplies

  • Cherry Cobbler CS- 8½ x 5½ (card base)
  • Cherry Cobbler CS- 3 x 4  
  • Tidings of Christmas DSP – 2 x 5¼
  • Very Vanilla CS-2¾ x 3¾ , 2¼” circle, 4 x 5¼
  • Angels of Peace Stamp Set
  • For Unto Us Stamp Set
  • Layering Circle Dies
  • Evening Evergreen Ink
  • Cherry Cobbler
  • Blender Pen
  • Stampin’ Cut n Emboss Machine
  • Basic Jewel Rhinestones
  • Stampin’ Seal Adhesive
  • Stampin’ Dimensionals

Directions

  • Score card base in landscape position (aka longer side) at 4¼. Fold and burnish.
  • Stamp angel in Evening Evergreen ink on Very Vanilla rectangle and greeting from For Unto Us on 2 ¼” very vanilla circle.   
  • Layer the angel on 3 x 4 panel of Cherry cobbler and attach to card front.
  • Add rhinestone to the greeting and use Stampin’ Dimensionals to attach to lower right corner of angel.
  • Use the blender pen and Cherry Cobbler ink to add a touch of color to the bird.
  • Layer 4 x 5 ¼ very vanilla panel to the inside and decorate as desired.

This is a super fast and easy holiday card. and since there are only 17 more days until Christmas, it is perfect. Start making your wish list because tomorrow, Wednesday December 8th you can enjoy FREE SHIPPING on any order $50 or more. This is a one day only sale, so start making that wish list. Don’t forget to apply the host code to our order. Current host code is: V4G76UPF Happy Stamping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Angles of Peace
156365 $21
For Unto Us
153335 $21
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Layering Circles dies
151770 $35
Cherry Cobbler Ink
147083 $7.50
Cherry Cobbler CS
119685 $8.75
Evening Evergreen
155576 $7.50
Tidings of Christmas
155718 $11.50
Blender Pen
102845 $12
Very Vanilla
101650 $9.75
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Basic Jewel Rhinestones
144220 $5

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Santa Treat Box-Make It Monday #36

Christmas 2021, Make it Monday Videos /

Today’s Make it Monday video is a fun and super simple Santa treat box with matching tag. It is perfect for teacher looking to give their students something special for the holidays. It is also great for co-workers too because after all, adults love treats too!

make it monday pdf tutorial

Click button above for the free download of all supplies and measurements for the Santa Treat Box. Enjoy!

I hope you have fun creating these super sweet treat boxes. If you do not have a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I would love to take care of you! If you are like me and absolutely love everything Stampin’ Up! now might be the time to join my team. CLICK HERE for more information and reasons to join.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

Real Red CS
102482 $8.75
Real Red Ink
147084 $7.50
Basic Black CS
121045 $8.75
Gold Rose Gold Metallic CS
156844 $5
Tailor Made Tag Dies
155563 $22
Stampin’ Cut n Emboss
149653 $120
Real Red Ribbon
153535 SALE $5.95
Basic White CS
159276 $9.75
Liquid Glue
110755 $4
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Prepare the Way! ~Sunday Wisdom

2 Comments / Sunday Wisdom /

In today’s gospel John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord, thus fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy. Advent is a time of coming to Christ and it announces to us all that -We matter to God!  God will never abandon us.  God is constantly calling us back to him with hearts and hands and voices. We must trust that God’s words are true and let go of all our worries and concerns by continually seeking God’s will in our lives.

The Season of Advent offers us an opportunity to welcome the Holy Spirit and to open our hearts to a journey of love.
Advent is a faith journey into which we are all invited.  So we have to ask ourselves……..How strong is my faith?  What causes me to doubt? 

Advent takes us to an all new level, an attitude adjustment if you will.  And with this new adjustment comes a change of heart, one that believes and announces Christ’s forgiveness, allowing us all to live our life’s journey more open to God’s grace.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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