I Can't Thank You Enough!!

 I just got done typing up an article for the local newspapers in my area and will attach it for you all to read. I am just overwhelmed and humbled at the response that I received to our Veteran Thank You card drive.

Subject: Veteran Thank You Cards Drive

Hello,

If you are looking for a "feel good" news article, I would like to contribute. 

I conduct stamping classes and a Weekly Facebook Live where I teach ladies how to make All Occasion cards. I have been doing a Veteran Thank You Card drive every year for the past 7 years, I enlist the help from my friends and Facebook friends that watch my Weekly Facebook Live. When I started this in 2019, I thought "what a wonderful cause" and hoped to collect 100 cards, I received 135 cards.

I cards are given to Theresa Schindler who is a Badger Girl State delegate, she takes them with her to Oshkosh for the girls to use as one of their projects during the week that they are there. The girls write personal thank you messages in the cards, the cards are then shipped to the different airport hubs in Superior, Madison, Milwaukee, LaCrosse, Wausau and Appleton/Green Bay; from there they are distributed to the Honor Flights that our Veterans go on and become part of the "Mail Call" when the Veteran come back from their flight to Washington D.C.

This has become a yearly Veteran Thank You card drive, I always tell the ladies that we all have a Veteran in our life that we want to honor. For me it is my dad. This year was no different, we started making cards in January with a deadline of June 1, 2026. The cards have been coming in and have been sent to me from Iowa, Colorado and different parts of Wisconsin. I have had cards personally dropped off from Neillsville, Loyal, Granton, Greenwood and Spencer. 

As of right now, I have received 1017 cards!! I have attached some pictures that you can use if you so desire. This is just a small sample of what we have done. I don't remember when for sure but the Clark Co. Press did an article, possibly from 2020 or 2021. I will be delivering the cards to Theresa in early June.

Thank You

Cindy Ehlers

May 2026 Kit Class

 May Kit Class &

Class to Go Invite

Here are the details for my next class:

Card #1 - Thank You

Card Kit Class - Everything that you will need to make your choice of 5, 10 or 15 cards with envelopes. The cards will be All Occasion, just what we all need throughout the year! You work at your own pace. Class to Go! Is a class where you can stay home and make the cards at your leisure, both use the same cards. The cards are simple design All Occasion. Mix up the Designs and stock up! You can make one of each, 2 of each or whatever you want! Although I encourage making more than one of a design, as it is easier; but whatever you want!!

In Person Class Date –

Wednesday

May 27, 2026

Any Time After 4:30 p.m.

Card 2 - Graduation card

Location – Schmitty's in Neillsville

Feel Free to Invite a Friend!!

Card #3 - Retirement 

Cost - $17 for the 15 card class, $12 for the 10 card class and $7 for the 5 card class. The class includes everything that you will need to make the cards! Did I say with envelopes?!!! YES!! BUT WAIT………..A ten card class is FREE if you make a $30 Stampin’ Up! Purchase from me!

Card #4 - Wedding Card

Pick your favorite cards ahead of time, I will get them ready for you, that way you will get the cards that you want, but you can always pick them that night. Seeing them in person, they are always prettier.

Card #5 - Father's Day or Birthday

Class to Go! Same cards as the Kit Cards. You will receive the card kits, all you need to supply is the ink, simple stamps and adhesive. The kits have everything that you need; card bases, layers, embellishments, die cuts and more. You will also receive a card tutorial that gives you step by step to make the cards along with color photos of the card.

Card #6 - Birthday Wishes

So check your calendars and let me know if you can join us for our Kit Class, if you can't make the in person class, why not consider the Class to Go!

Card #7 - Masculine Birthday

You are receiving this email because you have attended a class, bought a Class to Go or placed an order with me.  If you do not wish to receive these emails, just let me know and I will remove you.  Thanks Much

Happy Stamping!!

Cindy

Everyday Beauty Stampin' Up! Kit

 I was able to make another Stampin' Up! Kit as I was healing and needed to take it easy. It is called the Everyday Beauty Kit, a kit with everything to make 9 cards. The kits are so nice, the stamp set, stampin' spot, all of the embellishments, dimensionals and matching envelopes

I think that the cards turned out just awesome! Even though this kit is retired, doesn't mean that I didn't enjoy myself.

Know someone who would like to make cards but make the investment? A kit is the perfect answer, just go to my website and select Kits to see all of the cards offered.

Thanks for stopping by.

Cindy

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Every Monday - FACEBOOK LIVE AT CINDY'S STAMPING STUDIO AT 5:30 P.M.

• Monthly Technique Class - Wednesday, May 13, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!
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• Monthly Kit Class - Wednesday, May 27, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!

Also, please feel free to place your Stampin' Up! Order by using the link:  Shop with Cindy!

Stampin' Up! Wow Tip: Mirror Stamping

Wow Tip: Mirror Stamping

Let’s say you have a cute, little bee stamp facing in one direction, and you would like to give it a friend. How could you make it work? Mirror (AKA Reverse) Stamping will bring these bees together!

Step 1: Die cut a heart shape from Basic White Cardstock. Then, stamp the bee image with Memento ink on a Silicone Craft Sheet. Note: This technique will also work with the new Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad, now available for preorder. Step 2: Place the die-cut heart on the stamped image and rub it with your finger to transfer the image. Step 3: Stamp the image again on the heart so that the bees are facing one another. Supply List Stamps Sweet Bugs Stamp Set Ink Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad or Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad VersaMark Ink Pad Cloud Cover Stampin’ Blends Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends Pool Party Stampin’ Blends Paper Basic White Cardstock Old Olive Cardstock Petal Pink Cardstock Cute as a Bug Designer Series Paper Glitter and Specialty Finishes Basics Wow! Embossing Powder (white) Adhesives Stampin’ Dimensionals Tools Endless Love Dies Silicone Craft Sheet ***********************************************************************          What is Happening Every Monday - FACEBOOK LIVE AT CINDY'S STAMPING STUDIO AT 5:30 P.M. Monthly Technique Class - Wednesday, May 13, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go! Monthly Kit Class - Wednesday, May 27, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go! Also, please feel free to place your Stampin' Up! Order by using the link:  Shop with Cindy!

 

Facebook Live Replay - Scalloped Blooms

 I had a lovely Tri Fold Fancy Fold card to share using the Scalloped Blooms stamp set. The Scalloped Booms can be found on Page 46 of the NEW May-August Stampin' Up! Catalog and is part of the Bloom Boutique Suite.

Here is a close up of the card:

This card was so much fun to make and easy!!

Project Recipe:

STAMP SET: Scalloped Blooms (Page 46 May-August SU Catalog)

INK: Secret Sea

PAPER: Cloud Cover Base, Secret Sea, White, Velvet Meadow DSP

ACCESSORIES: Dreamy Flowers Gems (2)

CUTTING & SCORING:

• Cloud Cover Base 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" Scored at 2 1/8" each end
• Secret Sea 4" x 1 5/8" (Cut 2), 4" x 1 3/4" (Cut 1)
• Velvet Meadow DSP 3 7/8" x 1 1/2" (Cut 2, one for the Top & one for the Bottom)
• White 3 7/8" x 1 7/8" Tag & 3 3/4" x 5" Inside

Once the cutting is completed, it is really easy to put the card together. Watch the video for all of my tips!

Thank you for stopping in, I hope to see you here again.

Take care.

Cindy

*********************************************************************          What is Happening

Every Monday - FACEBOOK LIVE AT CINDY'S STAMPING STUDIO AT 5:30 P.M.

• Monthly Technique Class - Wednesday, May 13, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!
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• Monthly Kit Class - Wednesday, May 27, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!

Also, please feel free to place your Stampin' Up! Order by using the link:  Shop with Cindy!

Wednesday Wow - So Berry Sweet

So Berry Sweet

All images © Stampin’ Up!^®

Stampin’ Up! Supplies:

• STAMPS – Made with Sweetness Bundle (167492)

• PAPER – Crumb Cake 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (120953), Daffodil Delight 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (119683), Basic White 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (166780), Wood Grain Wonders 12” x 12” Designer Series Paper (167428), Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper (149612)

• INK – Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin’ Pad (165286), Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad (147094), Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin’ Pad (147138), Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin’ Pad (147095), Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin’ Pad (147092), Tuxedo Black Memento Pad (132708), Versamark Pad (102283)

• OTHER – Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653), Heat Tool (129053), Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder (164049), Wow! Embossing Powder Basics (165679), Water Painters (168253), Antique Pearls (164679), Linen Thread (104199), Multi-purpose Liquid Glue (110755), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

Cutting & Scoring:

• Crumb Cake Cardstock – 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” scored at 4-1/4”

• Woodgrain DSP – 4-1/4” x 5-1/2” (light), 1-1/4” x 5-1/2” (dark)

Instructions:

• Watercolor fruit colors (Daffodil, Blackberry, Blueberry and Strawberry) on 1/2 sheet each Fluid 100 Watercolor paper. Set aside to dry.

• Fold card base and adhere DSP layers.

• Die cut smallest index card shape using Basic White cardstock. Emboss lower section with Forever Plaid 3D folder. Stamp sentiment on tab section using Memento. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals add embossed layer to card front.

• On Daffodil Delight cardstock, heat emboss large sentiment using Versamark ink and white embossing powder. Fussy cut and adhere to embossed layer using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

• Die cut fruit, stems, and flowers. Solid Strawberry layer is cut from Daffodil Delight watercolor. Layer die cut images using multipurpose liquid glue. Add fruit to focal image as shown.

• Add Antique Pearls to flower centers and tie a double bow using Linen Thread, adhere with Mini Glue Dot. Enjoy! 

 Thanks for stopping in, have a good day!

Cindy

**********************************************************************          What is Happening

Every Monday - FACEBOOK LIVE AT CINDY'S STAMPING STUDIO AT 5:30 P.M.

• Monthly Technique Class - Wednesday, May 13, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!
• 
  
• Monthly Kit Class - Wednesday, May 27, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!

Also, please feel free to place your Stampin' Up! Order by using the link:  Shop with Cindy!

May Kit Class Sneak Peak - Scalloped Blooms

I have been busy working on the May Kit Class Cards, in person class is Wednesday, May 27th and the class is available as a Class to Go! PLUS, place an order with me during the month of May and I will gift you a FREE Class to Go!

 This paper is just so lovely and makes the most prettiest cards. Stay tuned, I will be posting all of the cards for you to select from as soon as I get them all finished.

Thanks for stopping by, take care.

Cindy

*********************************************************************          What is Happening

Every Monday - FACEBOOK LIVE AT CINDY'S STAMPING STUDIO AT 5:30 P.M.

• Monthly Technique Class - Wednesday, May 13, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!
• 
  
• Monthly Kit Class - Wednesday, May 27, 2026; in Person at Schmittys in Neillsville or A Class to Go!

Also, please feel free to place your Stampin' Up! Order by using the link:  Shop with Cindy!