DIY Calendar November 2020: Dragonfly Garden

Posted on November 1, 2020 by mauistamper

What is this Dragonfly Garden, Maui Stamper? It is not in my catalog!! It is not in my mini!!

Nope. You’re right. It’s a super-dee-duper sneak peek of a set we’ll all be lovin’ up big time in January. Demonstrators who signed up for our fall virtual event were given the opportunity to buy it early. And yes, I did!!

Maui Stamper Stampin Up DIY Easel Calendar November 2020 Dragonfly Garden

Stamps: Dragonfly Garden (2021), Right Triangle
Color Palette: Whisper White, So Saffron, Calypso Coral, Cinnamon Cider
Accessories Dragonflies punch (2021 oh YES), Stampin’ Blends, Dimensionals

Choosing colors for this was HARD. I went through multiple combinations, but this one felt right for fall. It was hard to keep it clean too – I started experimenting with backgrounds and quickly realized that in such a small space, less is truly more.

The 2021 Easel Calendar pdf is for sale! For just $5, I’ll send you a pdf and cutting instructions to make your own calendar. If you start this month, you’ll have plenty of time to make them as gifts, and this small format (3.5 x 3.5) is an easy size for creating. Don’t put your email in the comments – click on Contact the Maui Stamper to send it to me securely, and I’ll send you an invoice via Square. Requested one in the past and never paid it? No shame, I don’t judge, send again and we’ll get it done!

It will be time to order this soon enough – but this month there’s another sneak peek with a Christmas bonus!

This sneak peek bundle is available with benefits – you’ll get the stamps and dies that will be featured in the January – June mini catalog PLUS a coordinating Christmas stamp set and a stack of holiday Designer Series paper! Shop HERE and have it first on your block (Zoom block? It could happen!)

Ready for more November DIY Calendar inspiration? Visit Cheryl and Crystal to see what they’ve created this month. And join us with your own!

February DIY: Lovely Lilypad

Posted on February 1, 2020 by mauistamper

WHOOSH!

February is upon us and January is in the rear view. I’m glad there will be an extra day in February this year, because I need it! (See previous post, lol.) Here’s to the turn of the calendar:

Stamps: Lovely Lilypad (SAB 2020), Artisan Textures
Color Palette: Whisper White, Lovely Lipstick, Seaside Spray, Pear Pizazz
Accessories: Happiness Blooms Enamel Dots, White Craft Ink, White Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Embossing Buddy, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Wink of Stella, paint brush

I wanted to use the embossed image technique for the Lilypad, but I wasn’t happy with what I was coming up with using the Blender pens, the Aqua painter, or the Stampin’ Blends, so I pulled out the actual, bona fide, genuine article – the paintbrush.

I’m not trained by any stretch of the imagination, so this was absolutely trial and error, but I had a great time and I’m happy with the results so I count it for a win! A little Wink of Stella gives it a little shine.

Do you make your own DIY Calendar? It’s quick and easy, and so gratifying to see on your craft desk every month. Click on “Contact the Maui Stamper” above if you’d like to purchase your own calendar – I sell the pdf for just $5 so you can make as many as you like.

Stop by to see what Crystal and Cheryl are doing for February. And if you’re ready to shop, visit the Online Store!

Miss that Crazy Moose!

Posted on December 1, 2017 by mauistamper

There are MANY MANY WONDERFUL holiday stamps in the 2017 Holiday catalog, but my-oh-my did I love this crazy moose from 2016!

Stamps: Jolly Friends, Tin of Tags (both retired)
Color Palette: Whisper White, Basic Black, Crumb Cake, Emerald Envy, Daffodil Delight
Accessories: Red Glimmer paper, Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer paper, Jolly Hat Punch (retired), Stampin’ Dimensionals

He’s such a dorky guy. I have a special corner of my heart reserved for dorky guys. Not that Mr. Maui Stamper or Son of Stamper are dorks – no, no no! I’m just fond of dorky guys. That’s all.

2018 is just around the corner, and I’ll be done with retired stamps at least until the new Annual Catalog comes out! Whew!

To get your December off to a jolly start, Cheryl and Crystal have also shared their calendar pages for this month. Ho ho ho!

The abundance of November

Posted on November 1, 2017 by mauistamper

It’s a little late for figs, although I have to admit that I made a lovely dish with them this summer. If I’d had the 2017-2018 In Colors when I made this calendar page, I absolutely would have made it in Fresh Fig. But there you go. We are operating in an alternate universe with these calendars.

Stamps: Fabulous Flora, Gorgeous Grunge (sorry, both retired from the 2016-2017 Annual Catalog)
Colors: Elegant Eggplant, Always Artichoke, Soft Suede
Accessories: Aqua Painter

An Aqua Painter is an indispensable tool on my craft desk. I have multiples just because I use them so often. They need to be everywhere.

Take a moment to be inspired by the creations that Crystal and Cheryl have created for November. You’ll be glad you did.

Want to create your own DIY Easel Calendar? I have just a few left – check THIS POST for details.

Rocky Raccoon

Posted on October 1, 2017 by mauistamper

Love this little raccoon! It amazes me how quickly something gets moved to the back of the stack when new goodies come along. It’s been a while since I’ve played with Foxy Friends, but clearly, Rocky is perfect for October.

Stamps: Foxy Friends
Color Palette: Whisper White, Smoky Slate, Basic Grey, Tangerine Tango
Accessories: Stampin’ Write Markers, Aqua Painter

When I told Crystal his name was Rocky Raccoon, she didn’t get it. Even when I started to sing. As in, she had no idea that there was a SONG. By the BEATLES. It’s moments like this that make me feel O.L.D. Sigh.

Using Stampin’ Write markers on a stamp to get multiple colors out of one impression is one of those things that makes me happy. Plain and simple happy. Not hard at all happy. Let’s drink cocktails while we’re writing blog posts happy (oopsie).

Cheryl and Crystal have October inspiration for you as well – enjoy!

I still have a few DIY Easel Calendar kits and refills available. Visit THIS POST for details.

Sweet Maui Pines

Posted on September 1, 2017 by mauistamper

Ah, I was a happy Maui Stamper when I saw the Pop of Paradise stamp set would carry forward into this year!

Stamps: Pop of Paradise
Color Palette: Daffodil Delight, Crushed Curry, Old Olive, Pear Pizazz, Whisper White
Accessories: Paper Snips, Stampin’ Write markers, Glue Dots

I fussy cut that one pine with my paper snips and attached it to the calendar with a couple of Glue Dots. They give a tiny bit of lift without too much height – more visual height that actual height.

2018 DIY Calendars and Easel Calendars are ready to ship! I’ll post the details later today.

Crystal and Cheryl have more great DIY calendar inspiration for you today – head over and see!

August flowers on the line

Posted on August 1, 2017 by mauistamper

This is the month when things start to get really HOT on Maui. I’m a sunshine and warm weather girl, but even I wilt a bit with our late summer heat. These sweet posies, however, will stay fresh all month long:

Stamps: Swirly Bird
Color Palette: Peekaboo Peach, Tangerine Tango, Pear Pizazz, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Accessories: Big Shot, Swirly Scribbles Framelits

The color on the flowers isn’t even sponged – I inked them up with the Peekaboo Peach and then tapped the edges into the Tangerine Tango pad. It’s almost too easy. I also toyed with the idea of putting at least one of the blooms on a dimensional, but with these calendars I prefer as flat a profile as possible, so it was Tombo (the Wonder Adhesive) to the rescue.

Cheryl and Crystal have created fabulous August designs – stop by and see what they’ve done!

July’s all wrapped up

Posted on July 1, 2017 by mauistamper

I’m all about the Red, White, and Blue, but for the past few years I’ve looked for motifs other than the Stars and Stripes. There’s nothing wrong with them, but I like a little creative challenge. This month, I’m using the bow retired from the Circle of Spring for my calendar.

Stamps: Circle of Spring (retired)
Color Palette: (Real) Red, (Whisper) White, and (Night of Navy) Blue!
Accessories: Wondrous Wreath Framelits

Hope your entire month is Star-Spangled!! Check out the creations featured by Crystal and Cheryl this month.

July 1 brings Bonus Days back to Stampin’ Up! Spend $50 in July and earn a $5 reward to spend as you choose in August – with no limit. What’s on your list?

Has your wishlist grown? If it’s near $100, consider joining the Maui Stamper team. There’s no obligation, and in July, Stampin’ Up! is making the deal even sweeter. Your $99 (no additional tax or shipping) always includes your choice of $125 in Stampin’ Up! product. In July, it will include an additional $52 in essential tools – snail, snips, bone folder, grid paper, and two D blocks – PLUS the not-yet-released Carols of Christmas stamps from the Holiday 2017 catalog. Check it out!

Happy Wanderer

Posted on June 1, 2017 by mauistamper

Warning: once we get to June, my calendar images may include retired stamps. I create the calendars in January. It is what it is.

This little gem comes from the retired So Sublime stamp set. It’s colored with an Aquapainter and a few markers and it’s as simple as can be.

I’m not a camper, but how could you resist an adventure in such a cute little roll-along?

Stop by and see what Cheryl and Crystal have designed for June!

An elephant never forgets

Posted on May 1, 2017 by mauistamper

The whimsical images from the 2016-2017 Host set Love You Lots have just the right size and energy for my little calendar pages. I prefer a clean and simple design for the months, and this little Ellie and her Mousie friend need nothing more than a little color.