You are going to love my Tri-Fold Gift Card Holder. It's so easy to make and will leave the recipient saying, "You shouldn't have, but I'm glad you did". In my FB Live video replay below, I've used the Country Club Designer Series Paper and Clubhouse Bundle in demonstrating how to make my Tri-fold Gift Card Holder. And what perfect time for making and giving these. Dads, grads, and teachers will love them. Or use them for birthdays and congratulations or just because you want to surprise someone with something fun. 

The color combination on this Tri-fold gift card holder with the argyle DSP showcased is a take on black, white, and a splash of color.

Dimensions:

• Card base is 5 1/2" x 12", score at 4" from both ends, z-fold card base.
• Card stock layers (3) are 5 1/4" x 3 3/4".
• DSP for front is 5" x 3 1/2".
• Gift card pocket is 2 1/2" x 3 1/2".
• Make the focal image on front whatever size is necessary for your stamped image, etc.

The Country Club Suite isn't just for the male golfers in your life. I love the Blushing Bride card stock with the gray argyle pattern of this DSP.

This card has gone "preppy" with the argyle pattern and pink and green combo! Were you a high schooler during the preppy phase?

Please note that all products in the Country Club Suite are retiring. They are only available through June 2nd while supplies last.

Stampin' Up! supplies used in the cards above - Click on any link below to be directed to my website for easy ordering.

Clubhouse Bundle [153816] $41.25	Clubhouse Cling Stamp Set [151583] $19.00	Golf Club Dies [151580] $27.00	Country Club Designer Series Paper [151314] $11.50	Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad [147113] $7.50
Neutrals 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Cardstock [147003] $12.00	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $8.75	Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102584] $8.75	Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131198] $8.75	Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990] $8.75
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Lovely Labels Pick A Punch [152883] $23.00	1-1/2" (3.8 Cm) Circle Punch [138299] $16.00
Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00
Night Of Navy Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144036] $4.50	Old Olive Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144574] $4.50	Smoky Slate Light Stampin' Blends Marker [145054] $4.50	Flirty Flamingo Light Stampin' Blends Marker [147031] $4.50	Granny Apple Green Light Stampin' Blends Marker [146876] $4.50
Balmy Blue Light Stampin' Blends Marker [148540] $4.50	Simply Shammy [147042] $8.00

Look at all these amazing Stampin' Up! punches on the Last Chance/Retiring List! Oh, how I have enjoyed creating with so many of these.  What fabulous discounts on many of them. If you're feeling punchy and these items and deals are just too good to pass up, click here to order now. Border punches, label punches, builder punches, and more. Did you know you can use the Hot Air Balloon Punch to punch flower petals and make gorgeous paper flowers. Yep, one reason why it's been so popular. And use the Christmas Bulb Builder Punch for Santa's footprint. You'll have SO much fun using these very versatile punches!

All Last Chance Retiring products are available through June 2nd while supplies last. Grab them before they're gone.

Be sure to see the details of my Final Countdown ordering special below the photos.

Get up to 3 Stampin' Up! gifts from me when you order online at www.maryknabe.stampinup.net using Host Code VRVWXD7T now through June 2nd.

• Order $35 - $49.99, get 1 Free Stampin' Up! gift.
• Order $50.00 - 99.99, get 2 Stampin' Up! gifts.
• Order $100.00 or more, get 3 Stampin' Up! gifts.

Wishing you a great day filled with sunshine, happiness, and time for YOU. 

Learning new techniques is always fun. Here's one I learned recently from my friend and member of my Merry Stampers Team, Rita Holmes. Rita is the Queen of stamping techniques. I'm so happy she started sharing them via her Facebook Lives. I LOVE this technique - it's fun, easy, and gives unique results every time! In the following Facebook Live video replay, I'll show you how easy it is to do this technique as well as a variety of cards I made with it. Just you wait. You are going to love this technique too!

Nothing light beautiful colors and a simple "hello friend" to spread happiness!

I added a touch of bling with Glitter Enamel Dots to the flower centers above and the card below.

From Rooted in Nature Stamp Set - Be strong. Be happy. Be you.

I just had to put this strip of color to use on a card. It was too pretty to throw away.

Same re-inker technique, different color scheme.

Stampin' Up! products used in cards above - Click on links below to be directed to my website for easy ordering.

Seriously The Best Cling Stamp Set [151712] $19.00	Rooted In Nature Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146482] $42.00	Peaceful Moments Bundle (English) [153824] $52.00	Peaceful Moments Cling Stamp Set (English) [151595] $21.00	Poppy Moments Dies [151594] $37.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Refill [133456] $5.00	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad [147099] $7.50	8-1/2" X 11" Glossy White Cardstock [144240] $7.75	Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [147179] $3.75
Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [147163] $3.75	Blushing Bride Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [131157] $3.75	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [147164] $3.75	Gorgeous Grape 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146987] $8.75	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $8.75
Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676] $8.75	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702] $8.75	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [131156] $3.75	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [131158] $3.75	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [119672] $3.75
Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [115664] $3.75	Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297] $8.75	Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131197] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272] $8.25
Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Gorgeous Grape 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Mini Striped Ribbon [146940] $8.00	Bermuda Bay 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Mini Striped Ribbon [146939] $8.00	Glitter Enamel Dots [146934] $7.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00
Paper Snips [103579] $10.00	Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.00

Be Happy. Be Strong. Be You. And...Be Safe!

#stampinpeacebymaryknabe

Yes, things are looking up! As we've all been dealing with this year's pandemic, remote learning, changes in the way we do business, I have found that in all of these challenges there have been many blessings. Families spending more quality time together, people reaching out to others when they may not have taken the time to do so before, people cooking and baking at home, neighbors helping neighbors with grocery shopping and sharing of hard to find goods, and in every situation creativity is at the heart of what we've been doing. We've found new, creative, and innovative ways to do business, to educate children and adults, to shop for what we need with less concern for material wants, to entertain and be entertained, to stay connected while keeping our distance, and to show appreciation for essential workers. Creativity at its best and all of this is cause for things "looking up". I'm not sure I want life to return to "normal" as we knew it. I like the slower pace and not running around crazy busy. I like sending more happy mail. I like taking the time to nurture me with home projects and self care. Working at home full time without going out for breaks or dinners out, means I'm truly scheduling lunch and dinner breaks for myself without feeling like I have to work straight through my day. I'm even enjoying cooking for myself a bit more. And if you know me, I really don't like to cook all that much. Now, baking, I love that...because I love sweets, of course. So yes, things are looking up. Our businesses, our economy, our schools will all rebound in time while we focus on being strong, being positive, being patient, and being creative in our everyday lives no matter how they look. 

The Looking Up All Inclusive Card Kit seems to have taken on more meaning for me with all that has taken place in 2020. It's not just about cards anymore. It's about how I go about making cards, using the cards I make, and how I use them to interact and stay connected to the people I know and love and appreciate as well as those I may not know. I think it was just meant to be that this Stampin' Up! kit is staying with us another year to remind us to "keep looking up" no matter what life gives us. I'll look forward to more creating with this kit as well as the new kits we'll soon have the opportunity to create with. 

Here's a look at a few alternate cards I created with a watercolor wash. I've also included a video replay of a Facebook Live I did in April showcasing Stampin' Up!'s 4 All Inclusive Card Kits at the time with helpful tips and how to's as well as several alternate projects. I think you'll enjoy watching it seeing creativity at work.

All of these beautiful cards let me close my eyes and escape to happy places. How about you?

Please take a look at the video below showing alternate projects done with other Stampin' Up! All Inclusive Card Kits including Notes of Kindness, Lots of Happy, and Three Cheers to You All Inclusive Kits also.

Click on the links below for easy ordering of the All Inclusive Card Kits in my online store.

Looking Up Card Kit [149651] $27.00

Notes Of Kindness Card Kit [148266] $35.00

Lots Of Happy Card Kit [146388] $35.00

Three Cheers For You Card Kit (English) [151304] $27.00

Thanks for visiting my Stampin' Peace blog. My wish for you today is that things truly are looking up for you, that you are finding peace in the now and hope for the future. Stay safe, stay well, stay positive, and keep being creative.

I always enjoy learning new stamping techniques. I don't know how or when I came up with this Stampin' Block Dragging Technique, but I love it and am excited to share it with you! Take a look at my video demonstration. It includes how to's, tips, and a couple of different cards using this technique. 

The Colorful Seasons Stamp Set is retiring soon so if it's on your wish list get it while you still can.

Here are a couple more cards also showing the Stampin' Block Dragging Technique and Timeless Tropical Stamp Set.

 Stampin' Up! products used in cards above - Click on any photo to be directed to my online store for easy ordering.

Colorful Seasons Photopolymer Stamp Set [143726] $27.00	Timeless Tropical Cling Stamp Set (English) [151497] $23.00	Sahara Sand Classic Stampin' Pad [147117] $7.50	Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad [150085] $7.50	Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad [147115] $7.50
Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [147095] $7.50	Granny Apple Green Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [146877] $4.50	Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad [147093] $7.50	Mango Melody Dark Stampin' Blends [147944] $4.50	Terracotta Tile Classic Stampin’ Pad [150086] $7.50
Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $5.00	Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121043] $8.75	Seaside Spray 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [150883] $8.75	Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676] $8.75	Terracotta Tile 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [150884] $8.75
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Clear Block Bundle [118491] $71.50	Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143706] $10.00
Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Simply Shammy [147042] $8.00

Thanks for visiting stampinpeace.com. I appreciate you and wish you a great day.

Looking for a fun and inexpensive "do it yourself" gift idea? I've got one for you! Purchase some plain 4" ceramic tiles, cut some 3 3/4" squares from your favorite Designer Series Paper, and make coasters. They're quick, easy, and fun to make. The whole family can get involved. Coasters make nice decorative accents to your home and make great gifts for so many holidays & occasions - Mother's, Father's Day, Graduation, Birthdays, New Home, Teacher Appreciation, & lots more.

Watch my demonstration in my April 7th Facebook Live video replay for step-by-step directions and helpful tips for make your own tile coasters.

Petal Pink is the accent color in my living room, so Magnolia Lane Designer Series Paper was an easy choice when making these coasters for my own home. 

Stampin' Up! products used in projects above - Click on links for easy ordering.

Country Club Designer Series Paper [151314] $11.50

3/8" (1 Cm) Denim Ribbon [149590] $7.00

Magnolia Lane Designer Series Paper [149484] $11.50

Petal Pink 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Organdy Striped Ribbon [149441] $8.00

Thanks for viewing today's Stampin' Peace blog post. I hope you'll enjoy making some diy coasters for yourself and, perhaps, make some for gifts too. Have a terrific day!

I love Make It with Mary Mondays on my Stampin' Peace VIP Facebook Group. This VIP Group is for all customers, team members, former team members, class & event attendees, and Stampin' Peace followers. So be sure to join if you aren't yet a member. I host Facebook Lives 2-3 times each week with stamping and crafting demonstrations and creative challenges. 

Below is a video replay of my May 4th Make It with Mary Monday Facebook Live. Each Monday, I introduce a new card sketch and invite you to craft along with me. This week, I showcased the beautiful prints of the retiring Garden Lane Designer Series Paper. (If you love this DSP, order it before it's gone as it's only available while supplies last.)

This is the card sketch from which I drew inspiration for this week's Make It with Mary Monday Facebook Live.

The Rooted in Nature Stamp Set pairs so nicely with the botanical prints in the Garden Lane Designer Series Papers.

Embossing folders, embellishments, and ribbons are great to use in "stepping up" your hand stamped cards.
Here are a few alternatives to the card sketch and cards above.

Stampin' Up! products used for today's post - Click on links for easy ordering.

Garden Lane Designer Series Paper [149488] $11.50	Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102584] $8.75	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] $8.75	Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676] $8.75	Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146988] $8.75
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Rooted In Nature Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146482] $42.00	Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111] $7.50	Soft Sea Foam Classic Stampin' Pad [147102] $7.50
Subtle 3D Embossing Folder [151775] $10.00	Layered Leaves Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143704] $9.00	Mint Macaron 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Textile Ribbon [149480] $7.00	Garden Green 3/8" (1 Cm) Double-Stitched Ribbon [150434] $7.00	Metallic Pearls [146282] $7.00
Leaves Trinkets [146343] $8.00	Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels [150457] $6.00	Mossy Meadow Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [148546] $4.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] $5.00
Paper Snips [103579] $10.00	1-1/2" (3.8 Cm) Circle Punch [138299] $16.00	Banner Triple Punch [138292] $23.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00	Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00
Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.00	Simply Shammy [147042] $8.00

Thanks for viewing today's Stampin' Peace Blog Post. I hope you'll join my Stampin' Peace VIP Group on Facebook for 2-3 weekly Facebook Lives plus Creative Challenges each month.

Don't waste a bit of those beautiful Designers Series Papers of yours. Put those scraps of yours to good use with this easy technique that is fun to do and gives impressive results to your card making. I demonstrated the Scrappy Strips Technique in my Stampin' Peace VIP Group Facebook Live on April 30th. Watch this video replay, then give this card making technique a try. It's so easy to do. I guarantee you'll get stunning results while having lots of fun and using minimal supplies.

These first 2 Scrappy Strips Cards feature Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper & Foil Sheets. 

This was the first time I ever used Foil Sheets for card bases, and they are stunning.

My next 2 Scrappy Strips Cards showcase Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper.

These Peaceful Poppies Strips coordinate beautifully with Rich Razzleberry card stock for a very pretty card.

Dress up the inside of your Scrappy Strips cards with what else? A scrappy strip!


Different Peaceful Poppies DSP scrappy strips with Poppy Parade and Basic Black card stocks create a new look.

Stampin' Up! supplies used in the cards above - click on links for easy ordering. FYI...Noble Peacock Foil Sheets & Specialty Designer Series Paper and Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper are all retiring. Get them before they're gone.

Noble Peacock Foil Sheets [149495] $10.00	Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper [149493] $14.50	Noble Peacock Rhinestones [149494] $5.50	Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper [151324] $11.50	Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [115316] $8.75
Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793] $8.75	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00
Banner Triple Punch [138292] $23.00	Stitched Rectangle Dies [148551] $35.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00	Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.00

Wondering where I got the sentiments on these cards? They are part of the Share Sunshine PDF Download you can purchase for $12 as part of Stampin' Up!'s Covid-19 Product Giveback. 100% of the proceeds go to Covid-19 Relief Efforts. Get more information and purchase with this link: https://covid19.stampinup.com/products/giving-back-us-ca. Together we can make a difference!

Thanks for visiting stampinpeace.com. I appreciate you. Stay safe and do something creative everyday!

I love Make It with Mary Mondays on my Stampin' Peace VIP Group. Monday morning, I gave viewers the following dimensions to use in cutting card stock and Designer Series Paper. Then we all met for a Facebook Live in my Stampin' Peace VIP Group. I showed a card I created and then showed them how to using the same card sketch. Then I let viewers suggest what Stampin' Up! products I would use for the third card I would make using the same card sketch. Take a look at this video replay, then consider joining me for Make It with Mary Monday on my Stampin' Peace VIP Group on Facebook every Monday at 11am. 

This is the card sketch I used as inspiration for my April 27th Make It with Mary Knabe Monday Facebook Live.

Stampin' Up! products used in cards above - Click on links for easy ordering.

Bonanza Buddies Photopolymer Stamp Set [151567] $17.00	Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313] $11.50	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $8.75	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad [147096] $7.50	Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad [147093] $7.50
Dressed To Impress Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [151666] $18.00	Best Dressed 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [151319] $11.50	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702] $8.75	Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad [147092] $7.50	Daffodil Delight 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Ruched Ribbon [151311] $7.50
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Whisper White Medium Envelopes [107301] $7.50	Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $5.00	Bermuda Bay Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [144579] $4.50	Mango Melody Dark Stampin' Blends [147944] $4.50
Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Tailored Tag Punch [145667] $18.00	2" (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch [133782] $18.00	2-1/4" (5.7 Cm) Circle Punch [143720] $18.00	Label Me Fancy Punch [151297] $18.00
Paper Snips [103579] $10.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00	Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] $5.00	Snail Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Snail Adhesive Refill [104331] $4.50
Mini Glue Dots [103683] $5.25	Simply Shammy [147042] $8.00

Thanks for visiting stampinpeace.com. Have a great week.