Easter Friends - Ducks, Chicks and the Sweetest Little Rabbit

Sending Happy Easter wishes for a memorable Easter weekend your way. Whether you spend the holiday with your family and loved ones, with special friends, your congregation, or on much needed vacation my wish is for you to enjoy the time and to count your blessings.

The cards I'm going to share with you today were made with the Easter Friends stamp set featured on page 27 of Stampin' Ups! January to  June Mini Catalogue. There are 8 red rubber cling stamps in this set.  

Easter Friends #157737

I also used another stamp from the Mini Catalogue for a background in some of my cards.  It's called Oceanfront #157862.  This is a Distinktive 9 piece photopolymer stamp set, that's well worth having in your stamp collection.  The borderless images in this set are designed to blend seamlessly when slightly stamped over one another.  The panorama's you can build with this stamp set are not limited to seaside or beachfront views, they are only limited by imagination.

Oceanfront #157862 

So here is a sampling of my cards.  All of the images were stamped on Whisper White card stock with Momento Ink.  The duck, chick and rabbit images were coloured with Water Colour pencils and with the 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" frame from the Scalloped Contours #155560 die set on page 158 of the Annual Catalogue.  I used a variety of retired designer series papers for the mat layers.

Here are six of the different cards I made 

Duck:  Thank You For Your Order 

I used the Ocean Front images for the sky and grassy meadow in this card.  The sky was stamped in Pool Party and the grass was stamped with Pear Pizzazz.  The two mats are cut from Ombre DSP and measure

4 x 5 1/4" (Pool Party) and 4 1/8 by 5 3/8".  The duckling is coloured using Daffodil Delight and Crushed Curry watercolour pencils and the beak and feet for all images are coloured with a Pumpkin Pie watercoloured pencil. 

I stamped three chick images and fussy cut them.  The mats for this one were cut from Jars for All Seasons DSP (retired).  

This duck is simply adorable on his own, and certainly brought a smile to my face.  For this card I stamped direct to the Whisper White card stock.  

This bunny makes you go "ahh" the moment you stamp it, because the image stamps so well.  The card base on this one is Smokey Slate followed by two layers of Peony (retired) DSP.  Because both the papers and the image are super feminine this turned out to be a really good combination and so I used various papers from this DSP pack to complete my cards.   

To use up my scraps, I changed up the bottom matt and instead cut two strips of the Peony DSP matted on a layer of 4 1/4" x 5 1/4" Whisper White cardstock.  The strips measure 4 1/8 x 1 7/8" wide.  I've also added some flowers punched from the DSP.  The gray in the bunny's coat was achieved by using a very light stroke technique with a basic gray watercolour pencil.  The cheeks are coloured with a Calypso Coral watercolour pencil. 

I coloured this bunny a little darker and used a blending medium and the watercolour pencil to move the colour around.  You have to be super careful when you do this technique as Whisper White card stock will peal if it absorbs too much blending medium.  I didn't have any pink pearls or other gems so I coloured regular pearls with a Rocco Rose blend and they turned out a nice soft pink to match the Petal Pink layer on this card.  

Well that is my selection of Spring cards.  I hope you enjoyed them and will leave me a comment or ask my a question about how these cards were made.  I'd be happy to help and always appreciate comments.    I can really see using these animal images for baby cards in the near future.  Unfortunately they retire the end of May when the new Annual Catalogue becomes available so if you would like to own the Easter Friends stamp set you should order it soon before it's gone forever.  

Happy Stamping!

Penny Tokens Stampin Spot 

HOSTESS CODE FOR APRIL:

If you're planning on placing an order from my online store, please remember to add my April Hostess code at the check out if your order is less than $200.00 before Shipping & Handling.  You're get a gift from me and a thank you card.  If your order is over $200.00 no worries, you automatically earn Stampin' Rewards based on your order total and get your own free stuff.  

Annual Catalogue May 2022 to 

April 2023 Live on May 3rd!

If you live in Canada ask me how you can get a free copy of this catalogue.

Some Beachy Cards

Who doesn't like the beach?  So many of my friends and family have been saying lately that they can't wait for a trip or for the summer so they can go to the beach, so I decided to use a beach theme for some of my latest birthday card creations.

Stampin' Ups! January to June Mini Catalogue includes several stamp sets that make it super easy to create beach scenes.   They are Oceanfront Photopolyer Stamp Set, Paradise Palms Bundle, and the On the Horizon Bundle  Here's a selection of cards that I made one afternoon last week.  

Happy Stamping!

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Have you heard the news? The 2021–2022 Annual Catalogue will be retiring soon! I don't know about you, but for me it's always sad to see a classic Stampin’ Up! catalogue take a trip to retirement.

But, on the other hand, I'm always excited and looking forward to all the new products Stampin' Up! will be bringing with their newest release. I hope you feel that way too!

You may or may not be aware, but with every retiring catalogue there is an awesome called the Last Chance Products promotion! This will be your last opportunity to stock up on your favourite products from the current catalogue before they’re gone for good.  

What will be gone?

• All Catalogue Bundles (note some stamps and dies will be carried over to the new season and will be sold individually at 15% more than the current bundle savings price.)  
• All Designer Series Paper issued in 2021-22 Annual Catalogue
• Memory and More Packs
• In Colour Inks including ink pads, ink refills, markers and blends
• In Colour Card Stock
• In Colour Embellishments including ribbons, gems
• Miscellaneous product and supply items like masks, embossing folders etc.

Although products go fast and this sale has been ongoing since 23 March 2022, there are still opportunities to save up to 50% on essential craft supplies. So, for example, if you really loved some of the 2020-2022 In Colours like Cinnamon Cider or Misty Moonlight, this is your last chance to purchase them.

So, what are you waiting for? Start shopping now at my On-line store, by clicking here. After all, this selection of Last Chance Products are only available while supplies last.

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Use this hostess code on online orders between $50 and $200 before shipping and handling costs and you will receive a free gift from me as a reward.  Orders over $200 receive Stampin' Up! Rewards directly on the order.  

Do You Love The Ocean?

Waves of the Ocean Collection

March 1 to May 2nd, 2022

If you're a lover of water, beaches and distant shores you may be interested in discovering the depths of the ocean—and your artistic abilities—with Stampin' Up!s newest release, Waves of the Ocean Collection! 

This coastal collection includes a sea-inspired set of stamps and detailed dies. that are part of early-release products from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog. Purchase this collection between March 1st and May 2nd, 2022 (while supplies last) and you can also purchase a gorgeous DSP pack of paper made with imagery of hand-coloured paint, a set of blue-hued foil sheets for a sea of shine, and a package of radiant rhinestones for a splash of sparkle. You can purchase this as a suite, a bundle or individual stamps, dies and other products as an exclusive product purchase

With these seaside supplies, you’ll dive into inspiration and swim in a sea of creativity! To “sea” more and get yours, click here:

Note:  Check out this video to see what this amazing collection contains and what you can do with it.  If the closed captions come up in Dutch, just hit Auto Translate and choose the language of your choice.  

Contact me if you need more details or check it out on my on-line web store. 

Thanks for stopping by: 

If you're planning on making a purchase between $50 and $199.00 before shipping and tax don't forget to add my March Hostess Code to the end of your order.  If you do you'll receive a free hostess reward gift from me.  If you are placing an order in excess of $200.00 you'll automatically received  rewards on your order based on your total purchases and a hand made thank you card from me. 

My On-Line Web site is available 24/7 so you can shop when you want to shop.  Click here to go directly to my web site.

Click here to go directly to this promotion on my web site 

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Penny Hanuszak, Canadian Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator

Savings Are In Bloom at Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Save 20% on the Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine and Select Compatible Bundles:

If you're looking for a great crafting tool that's easy to use and fits easily in small places you'll want to own Stampin' Ups! Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine! This mini—but mighty—machine is durable, portable, and easy to use. It’s the perfect pick for budding beginners who want to branch out, papercrafting pros who want to craft on the go, or those who are short on storage space! With this trusty tool, any crafter can make precise cuts and embossed designs for their projects with one pass.

Check out this Video if you want to know more about this incredible machine:

During the month of March, you can snag the 

Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine at a 20% discount! 

This miniature machine is compatible with a large selection of Stampin’ Up! embossing folders and dies and they're also available between March 1st and 31st at 20% off.  That's a huge savings.   Check out the flyer here. 

As a bonus, Stampin' Up! is bringing back some of it's most popular bundles for this promotion only - Art Gallery, Celebrate Sunflowers, and Garden Wishes bundles. These promotional bundles are only available from March 1 to 31st or while supplies last. 

So if you don't want to miss out snag ‘em while you still can!  The Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and select compatible bundles can be bought together or separately. 

What You Need To Know About This Promotion: 

• There is no limit on the number of Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machines you can purchase during this promotion.
• While this offer may vary from market to market based on product availability, products will be available in all markets while supplies last.
• No backorders or substitutions will be allowed.
• The stamp-and-die bundles that can be found in a current catalog will be replenished until they retire. When they do retire, the bundles will be added to the Retiring List.
• Due to supply chain challenges, this promotion may be altered or ended early. Stampin' Up will post a Current Update with further information if this is anticipated.
• Discount applies on Stampin’ Rewards.
• You’ll find the products available during this promotion below, along with their discounted prices:

• 150673 Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine 
• REG $82.00 20% OFF $65.50 CAD
• 158382 All Squared Away Bundle
• REG $68.00 20% OFF $54.25 CAD
• 156227 Art Gallery Bundle*
• REG $76.00 20% OFF $60.75 CAD
• 155834 Beauty of Friendship Bundle
• REG $79.00 20% OFF $63.00 CAD
• 154065 Celebrate Sunflowers Bundle*
• REG $78.00 20% OFF $62.25 CAD
• 156220 Garden Wishes Bundle*
• REG $78.00 20% OFF $62.25 CAD
• 159519 Hydrangea Haven Bundle
• REG $79.00 20% OFF $63.00 CAD
• 155674 Pansy Patch Bundle
• REG $78.00 20% OFF $62.25 CAD
• 155847 Quiet Meadow Bundle
• REG $81.00 20% OFF $64.75 CAD
• 158359 Seascape Bundle
• REG $70.00 20% OFF $56.00 CAD
• 155823 Sweet as a Peach Bundle
• REG $55.00 20% OFF $44.00 CAD
• 159529 Welcoming Window Bundle
• REG$76.00 20% OFF $60.75 CAD
• 155845 What’s Cookin’ Bundle
• REG $69.00 20% OFF $55.00 CAD
• 155507 Wild Cats Bundle
• REG $58.00 20% OFF $46.25 CAD

*Items with an asterisk (*) are special purchase items only available during this promotion.

Thanks for visiting my blog today and happy March!  Spring is on it's way!

If you place an order under that is less than $200.00 (before shipping and taxes) on my online store during the month of March you will be eligible for a gift from me.  Just add the above hostess code at the end of your order.  If you are placing a workshop or personal order over $200.00 your order will receive Stampin' Up! Rewards directly.  

Click here to visit my On-Line store.  Open an Account with me On-Line and you can shop anytime you want to.  My On-Line store is available 24/7 

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Are You Ready To Sale-A-Brate in September

Sale-A-Bration Is Here Until September 30, 2021:  

Sale-A-Bration is one of Stampin' Up!s biggest promotions of the year!  During Sale-A-Bration, you can earn exclusive products for free! That's right, for every $60 you spend, you can add your pick of Sale-A-Bration products to your cart at no additional cost.

Our second Sale-a-bration this year is in full swing and lasts until September 30, 2021, so don't miss out.  There's still time to get your favourite FREE products while they are available.  Are you ready to SALE-A-BRATE?

Stampin' Up! 2021 Aug-Sep Sale-a-Bration Brochure

SAB Brochures: 

Click here for the English Version 

Click here for the French Version

Or, you can simply go to my web site and check out the Sale-A-Bration products that are posted.  Click here to go to my on-line store:

Contact me to learn more about Sale-A-Bration, how you can earn free products, host a party, or join my team.

If you're interested in joining my team during Sale-A-Bration you'll receive a free bundle of your choice from a select number of stamp sets/dies and punches. It's only $135.00 but you'll receive $265.00 in product.  Click here for more information on joining during Sale-a-Bration.  It's the best time of the year to join!  

Happy Stamping!

Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

It's My 15th Year Anniversary With Stampin' Up!

I'm a stamper and I love

everything about stamping!

When I attended my first Stampin' Up! workshop at a colleague's home in 2004, I never contemplated that it would be a life changing event.  That night I went home with my first Stampin' Up! catalogue and stayed up into the wee hours pouring through the beautiful pages and dreaming of all the beautiful things I could make.  That "idea book" and catalogue was like finding buried treasure!

Although I've been a crafter for more years than I can remember, none of the many hobbies I undertook provided such instant gratification and enjoyment as paper crafting.  I was searching for a hobby for my retirement years so it wasn't surprising in 2006 that I made the decision to join the vast network of Stampin' Up! hobby demonstrators and I've never looked back. 

My 15th Anniversary as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator was on June 6 this year and I'm happy to say that I'm just as enthralled today as I was so many years ago.  Being a hobby demonstrator has been very rewarding and enjoyable and I'm happy I made the choice. 

Imagine my delight when I received this beautiful package from Stampin' Up! last week, celebrating my 15 years with their company.  It was so nice to receive this recognition. 

What a beautiful keepsake.  Trust me I would have been delighted
to have just received the box!

My 15 Year Pin which I will wear proudly! 

If you're in love with paper, ink or stamps and are looking for an ideal hobby, paper crafting might be just what you're looking for.  Over the years I've made  friends locally and throughout the world who share my passion and love of stamping and creating.  Stampers are fun!  I've laughed, cried, hugged and participated in many wonderful stamping events in person and virtually with these women (and some men too) over the years.  Who would have thought that a hobby could be so rewarding.

So if you're hunting for a new hobby or expanding an existing love of paper crafting why don't you give some thought to joining Stampin' Up! too. Whether you join just for the discount or to build your own small home based business, don't delay.  A new sales period is being launch tomorrow with the release of the new Mini Catalogue and Sale-a-bration flyer, so it's the perfect time to sign up.

The July-December Mini Catalogue goes live on August 3rd, and will be available until December 31st, 2021.  

  

Join during Sale-a-bration and you'll be able to choose a FREE bundle 

From August 3 through September 30th you can build your own starter kit with $165 CDN in products of your choice for just $135. With FREE Shipping on this order and your choice of a FREE Bundle for signing up, it's a great time to join.

What are you waiting for? Your demo 20% discount begins the moment you become a demonstrator so talk to me before you sign up to find out how you can get the most value for your money and more free items.  Believe me I've got 15 years of experience as a team leader, so I can help you out.  If you have questions, contact me here.  

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Penny Hanuszak, Canadian Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator