Today I'm sharing...Bloom Where You're Planted Suite card. This suite is one of my favorite suites from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. Both the colors, plants, pots and basket holders really appeal to me. The Plentiful Plants Bundle 155688 (and SAVE 10%) is fabulous! Plentiful Plants stamp set All your thank you's will be perfectly potted with this Plentiful Plants Stamp Set—no green thumb required. Perfect for cardmaking, this stamp set offers lush greenery and a gift of gratitude that never wilts. Who says you can't thank them and wow them at the same time? Perfect Plants Dies Create die-cut... Continue reading

Before I get started, I want to thank those of you who reached out to me for a "wellness" check (as my husband calls it). You have been missing my posts and emails, and started wondering about me. Which is super sweet! I have the best customers & readers! I had been gone for 10 days for the Stampin' Up! Maui trip - which was so much fun & relaxing (and well needed)! However, upon my return, I came down with a serious sinus infection which took me completely out of it for another 10 days. Strangely it's been a... Continue reading

Today is the day when Stampin' Up! closes out the Jan–June 2021 Mini Catalog! 2021 Jan-June Mini Catalog Giant Closeout! If you love great deals, our Giant Year-End Closeout event is the perfect time to shop. June 1, 2021–June 30, 2021 You’ll get deep discounts on some of your favorite products from the January–June 2021 Mini Catalog Retiring items are available while supplies last. Shop early to avoid missing out! Print/View the lists below so you're ready to SHOP & SAVE starting Tuesday, June 1: Jan-June Mini Catalog Closeout - PDF (retired list) Discounted Items ONLY - PDF (up to... Continue reading

The DOstamperSTARS are excited to bring you another Stamping with the STARS Inspiration Hop #DOswts363. This week we're sharing projects made with the new 2021-2023 In Colors. For today's New In Color Inspiration, the hardest part was deciding which new In Color to use. So I decided to let the Pansy Petals Designer Series Paper make my choice. It has 3 of the new In Colors in a gingham pattern. But then I couldn't narrow it down to just one color. So I did all three! Check them out... Also - I used my new favorite stamp set, Shaded Summer.... Continue reading

It's that time of year when Stampin' Up! closes out the Jan–June 2021 Mini Catalog! 2021 Jan-June Mini Catalog Giant Closeout! If you love great deals, our Giant Year-End Closeout event is the perfect time to shop. June 1, 2021–June 30, 2021 You’ll get deep discounts on some of your favorite products from the January–June 2021 Mini Catalog Retiring items are available while supplies last. Shop early to avoid missing out! Print/View the lists below so you're ready to SHOP & SAVE starting Tuesday, June 1: Jan-June Mini Catalog Closeout - PDF (retired list) Discounted Items ONLY - PDF (up... Continue reading

Today I'm sharing 4 gorgeous swaps made from Hand-Penned, Quiet Meadow and Color & Contour bundles. All three of these floral bundles feature a wide variety of flower images and fabulous sentiments. The matching & coordinating dies are "to die for" (ha, see what I did there?) These cards with their gorgeous floral images and sweet sentiments will make anyone's day extra special. These bundles are a must-have for any floral-lover. With their inspiring and uplifting sentiments that can be used for all sorts of cards, you'll be reaching for the Hand-Penned , Quiet Meadow or Color & Contour bundles... Continue reading

Today I'm sharing 4 heartfelt swaps made from Inspired Thoughts bundle (includes Inspiring Canopy Dies) Stumped on what to say? The Inspired Thoughts Stamp Set has oodles of heartfelt sentiments making it a complementary match to all of your favorite image stamps! And there is even coordinating Inspiring Canopy Dies that look fabulous with it. card inspired by Sharni Haines These Inspired Thoughts cards will help you create a card that speaks from your heart every time . This bundle is a must-have for any card maker. With it's clean and neutral font style combined with sentiments designed for both... Continue reading

Today I'm sharing 5 charming swaps made from Flowers of Friendship bundle (includes Flowers & Leaves Punch) The Flowers of Friendship Stamp Set includes flower imagery that is perfect for different coloring and stamping techniques. Add the Flowers & Leaves Punch to create a variety of flowers that will embellish any of your projects. These charming Flowers of Friendship Bundle cards will make anyone's day, whether your the sender or recipient! This bundle is a must-have for any card maker. With it's simplicity and elegance that can be used for all sorts of cards, you'll be reaching for the Flowers... Continue reading

With the launch of the new Annual Catalog, came some fabulous new In Colors. I'm very exited about the 2021-2023 In Colors collection. Each year I put together Color Comparisons and share a card that features each new In Color. Take a look... 2021-2023 In Colors Polished Pink Fresh Freesia Evening Evergreen Soft Succulent Pale Papaya www.DOstampingwithDawn.com Polished Pink 2021-2023 In Color Comparison Polished Pink Magenta Madness Melon Mambo Flirty Flamingo www.DOstampingwithDawn.com Fresh Freesia 2021-2023 In Color Comparison Fresh Freesia Purple Posy Highland Heather Gorgeous Grape www.DOstampingwithDawn.com Evening Evergreen 2021-2023 In Color Comparison Evening Evergreen Shaded Spruce Garden Green Mossy... Continue reading

The DOstamperSTARS are excited to bring you another Stamping with the STARS Inspiration Hop #DOswts362. This week we're sharing a sketch. Today's sketch was so much fun to make and it was surprisingly easy as well. I reached for several new products to play with. 158356 Color & Contour Bundle (with Scalloped Contours Dies) 155710 Polished Pink Cardstock, 155712 Polished Pink Ink 155475 Baker's Twine Essentials Pack And my very super duper favorite Host/Stampin' Rewards product... Patterns Party HOST Designer Series Paper! (FREE Stampin' Rewards choice with $180.00 order) How'd She DO That? Color & Contour sketch card: Stamps/Bundle: Color... Continue reading

Announcing my MAY DOstamping Shopping Gifts. When you shop with me, Dawn Olchefske, you have opportunities to earn FREE gifts. See details below. MAY FREE Tutorial PDF: Hand-Penned Suite FREE Ice Hand-Penned Suite 10-Project Tutorial PDF - MAY Place your order with me HERE Receive the FREE Tutorial PDF via email, along with your "Thank You" email from me Projects feature the Hand-Penned Suite products This is a personal offer from Dawn Olchefske (DOstamping) Earn DOstamping Loyalty Rewards STARS Gift - with $50 order DOstamping Loyalty Rewards Program Details: Place an online order at http://www.stampinup.com?demoid=61500 For every full increment of... Continue reading

Yay! Today is an exciting day...the first day of the Stampin' Up! 2021-2022 Annual Catalog! Below you'll find everything you need to know about the Annual Catalog and more: 2021–2022 Annual Catalog Download: 2021-2022 Annual Catalog PDF (large file) Available: May 4, 2021– May 2, 2022 Print: Shopping/Wish List Download: 2021-2022 Annual Catalog Recipes PDF Shop: Dawn's Online Store Shop by: Bundles (save 10%) Shop by: Product Suites ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Download: Paper, Pad & Marker Chart Download: 2021-2022 Color Chart with Hex Codes Download: 2021-2023 In Color Combination Chart Download: 2021-2023 In Color Products Thank you for shopping with me!... Continue reading

Today I'm sharing a Dawn Favorite. When I first looked at the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog from Stampin' Up! (coming May 4) - I was immediately drawn to the new Hand-Penned Suite of products! How'd She DO That? Hand-Penned Suite card Bundles: Hand-Penned Petals Bundle (155492) – includes Penned Flowers Dies Paper: Highland Heather (8-1/2" x 5-1/2" card base) Basic White (4” x 5 ¼”, large scrap for floral die cut, ½” x 2 ¼” for sentiment) DSP – 1 ½” x 5 ¼” Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento, Highland Heather, Daffodil Delight, Mint Macaron Other: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine,... Continue reading

The DOstamperSTARS are excited to bring you another Stamping with the STARS Inspiration Hop #DOswts360. This week we're sharing a super fun technique, the Baby Wipe Stamping Technique. An oldie, but goodie! I'm super excited to share my Baby Wipe Technique card with you today. Not only does it feature the fun stamping technique, but also a new stamp from the upcoming 2021-2022 Annual Catalog (coming 5/4/21), called Spiral Dye! As soon as I soon the Spiral Dye stamp, it reminded me of my girls tie dyed t-shirts they made in Girl Scouts. Fun memories. I also thought my grandson,... Continue reading

This time of year I'm often asked what my favorites are from Stampin' Up!'s retiring Last Chance List. Today I'm sharing my Floral Favorites - my must haves that I will miss! You know the saying, "April showers bring May flowers". Well, you won't want to wait to pick up these floral beauties, as they will be retiring soon. No matter what type of flower tickles your fancy, I'm sure you will find something to love. Inspiring Iris Fancy Phrases Gorgeous Posies To a Wild Rose Healing Hugs Dandelion Wishes Little Lace Beautiful Friendship If you love great deals, the... Continue reading

I'm already hearing from some of my past Product Share participants. You are excited to see what I'll be offering this year! We always have fabulous paper, ribbon and accessories that you'll want to get your hands on. A product share is an economical way to get a sampling of them! And... the I Want It ALL is my most popular share! If you're new to Product Shares... In a nutshell, it's like 4-8 people dividing up the cost and pieces of various collections of product (pattern paper, ribbon/trims and accessories). I do all of the work, by collecting the... Continue reading

I'm excited to share a Quick & Cute (QC) card made with a couple of new products coming May 4th, when the Stampin' Up! 2021-2022 Annual Catalog goes live! Flowers of Friendship stamp set (also available bundled with the Flowers & Leaves Punch) 2021-2023 In Color Stampin' Blends 2021-2023 In Color Jewels How'd She DO That? Flowers of Friendship QC card Stamps: 155358 - Flowers of Friendship or 155590 bundle (available 5/4) Paper: 155613 - Fresh Freesia (11" x 4-1/4" card base) 155776 - Soft Succulent (4" x 5-1/4) Basic White (3-7/8" x 5-1/8") Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento Stampin' Blends:... Continue reading

Everyone loves a bargain, right? Be sure to check out the newly refreshed Clearance Rack, filled with some awesome deals! With 40 previously retired items with drastic discounts, you'll find some incredible deals. Be sure to head on over to the Clearance Rack before they sell out. These deals will go fast! Thank you for shopping with me! Enjoy~Dawn O Shop with Dawn APRIL Host Code: CW4NQVEE APRIL Host Code Gift: Elegant Gems (w/$65 order) APRIL Ordering Gift: Ice Cream Corner Suite Tutorial PDF (see below) Last Chance to get Retiring Products Butterfly Bouquet Special Hey Birthday Chick & Hey... Continue reading

The DOstamperSTARS are excited to bring you another Stamping with the STARS Inspiration Hop #DOswts360. This week we're sharing a super easy & fun sketch. Today's sketch is a great way to use up your pattern paper scraps. I have lots of scraps left over from the Dandy Garden Designer Series Paper (from a project I did for my team earlier this year - I'll share it soon.) How'd She DO That? Dandy Garden sketch card: Stamps/Bundle: Dragonfly Garden (also comes with the Dragonfly Punch Bundle) Paper: Misty Moonlight (4-1/4" x 11" card bases) Basic White (4" x 5-1/4" for... Continue reading