Popped Up Focal Point Technique with Sheltering Tree and More!

I was inspired and originally cased this card from fellow Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, Josee Smuck. My original blog post with lots of photos, measurements and step-by-step instructions can be found at www.serenestamper.com , blog post April 13, 2017: www.serenestamp...
Due to the popularity of this card, I decided to create a video too! In the video I used “Sheltering Tree”, the April 2018 “You Are My Anchor” Paper Pumpkin stamps and the new “Love What You Do” stamp set (available May 1, 2018). “High Tide”, “Just Add Text” and “Waterfront”stamps were also used on the cards. This “Popped Focal Point” technique is so easy and a ton of FUN - I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!
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[@tbate77]

It’s so much fun to watch you fix the bloopers. The cards are better with the changes. So great!

[@Serenestamper]

Glad you like them!

[@PaperToPetals]

Wow! That’s all I have to say! There are no mistakes in crafting, only opportunities to be more creative! Love these cards! Thanks for sharing!

[@rebeccasmithwick7001]

Hello Tina! Always love watching your creative process. Thank you! 🎉

[@Serenestamper]

You are so sweet! Thanks for watching!

[@AKgalStamps-Donnamarshall]

Great cards! I love your tip about chapstick! This video is several years old but new to me!!

[@mariannenogle6172]

Love this technique and how you showed us steps to fix a boo boo. Your lighthouse card is beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Marianne! Thanks so much for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed my video. Happy stamping!

[@claudettefiliputti6006]

In just a couple of minutes you gave me three or four tips to making stamping easier. Thank you for your inspiring designs and techniques.

[@carol-annemuise139]

love the chap stick to stick stamp to block. what a great set of cards...love your creativity. have a great day!

[@denisestoner4241]

Tina, this is a beautiful set of cards, the design is awesome and the colors really make the card. I really enjoyed watching you create!!! I'm from Ohio, and wished you were closer to me!!! Be blessed always!

[@Serenestamper]

Hello Denise in Ohio! Thank you for all your wonderful comments! I am so pleased that you're enjoying my videos - knowing wonderful people like yourself are enjoying them and being inspired with my cards & projects is the reason I make my videos! Happy stamping!

[@luannrice8450]

I love this idea. It's so much fun to watch your videos. You live in a beautiful country.

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Luann - I am sooo glad you're enjoying my videos! And yes, Canada is beautiful for sure! xx

[@victoriakeppler4049]

I'm going to make the lighthouse one for Father's Day, but since he was in the Navy, I'm going to use the anchor. Thanks for these cards!!!

[@dorcasbowers8289]

Great job I love the addition of the birds

[@pattiepan]

I think that the birds and the grass really make the card work great.....you can incorporate it on your next one. love it. pat

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Pat - thanks for your comment. I agree with you - I love the cards and grass on the cards! Happy stamping!

[@Serenestamper]

meant to say 'birds and grass'..

[@functionoflightone]

First I LOVE that you use chapstick to adhere your stamp to the block. I have used gluestick in the past, but I think your way is cleaner/tidier. Second I LOVED how you fixed the stray ink... that inkblot/grass addition was perfect. Thank you for all the inspiration.

[@neiceleonard5574]

Beautiful Tina. You are the "Fixing boo boo's Queen"😀

[@Serenestamper]

Awww thanks Neice Leonard! I guess I embrace the 'challenge' of fixing a boo boo LOL

[@laurakelly3877]

Loved all the cards. I also love how you show how to cover mistakes. This is a great help especially for those who are new and could become frustrated with errors. Thank you!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Laura! Thanks for your comment. I'm glad you enjoyed this video! HAPPY STAMPING!

[@audreyaitken1037]

Wow! First time I've seen the Chapstick used in stamping! Such a beautiful technique used for these gorgeous cards!

[@andreaschultz5323]

Love learning this technique! Thanks for the clear instructions and the mister tip!

[@cjsimplyscraps]

Love the “light “ on the lighthouse with the wink of Stella and the 2 tone saying.really great tips

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much Carol!

[@janicehilton8884]

Chapstick? Brilliant. Thank you soooooo much. It works beautifully. I love, love these cards and especially the stamp sets which are my fave.

[@raeannoh]

These cards are beautiful. I like the tip about using chapstick.

[@andreaschultz5323]

Great technique! Thanks for the clear instructions and the mister tip!

[@WendysCraftDen]

Hi Tina Love this stamps set, I'm a new Demo and I try and buy older stamp sets for my collection and you never know which element of an oldie may come in use. Glad the Splodge Monster gets to you as you show how to overcome it. I do tend to start again but as usual the rest of the images are usually perfect. Thank You. Luvs and Hugs xxx

[@marilynvirella471]

Love the hint about using chapstick and pressing down in the middle of the dimensionals to release them. Very nice card, such a good technique. Thank you for sharing.

[@tbate77]

So love the lighthouse card! Love them all!

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much!

[@ellib2231]

Absolutely gorgeous results. Loved watching you fix your mistakes.

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Elli!

[@susancstufft2530]

Must try this method. Looks simple enough but very attractive when finished.

[@Serenestamper]

It really is!

[@Bigmist8k]

I love how you show your small mistakes! It reminds me that I’m “normal”, LOL because I do that ink stain thing all the time. Love the grass idea to cover it up.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Cass - so glad you enjoyed this video and yes, it's normal to get ink where we didn't want it. The challenge - and the fun - is figuring out how to fix it! LOL I always tell my stampers that they can't make 'mistakes' - just cover it up with stamped images, a ribbon, a flower embellishment,etc. Most times our cards with the 'boo boos' end up being our favourites! Happy stamping!

[@lauramartin7300]

LOVE this card and technique.. how you fixed where ink got on the card. Can't call it a mistake- a mishap.. lol The idea of using chapstick on your block!!! And it held the stamp. I'm hoping to try this after dinner. I 'm going to check blog for the sizes of cardstock that you used. Thanks for sharing.. And Thanks to Josee Smuck.

[@sherylefagan5132]

Oh my goodness it is 10:40 PM here in Washington state and I want to get up and get out of bed and make that card that is the most beautiful card I have ever seen ever and I said that earlier today about a card but I really mean it about this one and the one you made the boo-boo one is my favorite

[@helensmith6612]

I love that idea Tina, I think I'll use it. today.. It's nice to watch a Canadian once in a while. I'm in the east coast too near the ocean and I love doing cards with the sea and lighthouses and such. Thanks for sharing.

[@wakkywoman46]

I've spent my entire day watching your videos! You inspire me!

[@Serenestamper]

Thank you SO much! I'm so happy you're enjoying my videos! xx

[@PaperToPetals]

The color combinations are super cool!

[@JenE1098]

Incredible cards!!! Love the stamps and colors you chose....everything is just so pretty!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Jennifer - thanks so much for your lovely comment - I appreciate it! Happy stamping!

[@mariawaczek4823]

love the chap stick ides!!!!!!! thank you for your sharing

[@mariaserpa-gauvin8405]

Lovely lovely cards. Love this technique!

[@genevanull4533]

Love this idea...also like the way you leave your mistakes & show ways to cover them up.

[@abeph23]

I greatly enjoyed this video. Beautiful cards.

[@catherinearnott4903]

Hi oh my goodness. I usually just watch utube on my phone. Got broadband in house now. Just saw a fantastic video on my TV. Tutorial class. Cat punch and stamp tutorial. Wow wow wow. What a amazing talent you have. Thank you so much for sharing. Just subscribed.

[@eugeniapitts3296]

Thanks for sharing chapstick tip. Never heard of it and it works great. Thanks for keeping in the boo good and showing us how you fixed them. Gorgeous cards

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Eugenia! Thanks for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed my video. And give that chapstick/lip balm a go - it works super well! Happy stamping!

[@amytodd7216]

Thanks for sharing Tina! Love this technique! I forget who said it but “There are no mistakes in stamping, just happy accidents”. This was definitely a happy accident because adding the grass & birds turned an already beautiful card into a WOW Card.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Amy! Thanks for your comment. Love the 'happy accident' line - I'll be using that! LOL It reminds me of something Bob Ross, the painter, would say! hahah I was really pleased with how the boo-boo card turned out too! Have a great day and happy stamping! xo

[@w50mf1f]

It WAS Bob Ross who said it- many times ! Beautiful cards! I love this technique!

[@victoriakeppler4049]

I'm watching the replay, but would you believe I STILL have these stamp sets the card stock and stamp pads cause I love them all! What a great technique!

[@genehaney9191]

Beautiful cards and a big thank you for hiding mistakes hints

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

Glad you had the black ink to cover on the blue and green version. I like how the "grass" grounds the tree so it doesn't appear to be floating in mid-air. Card looks more finished with grass and the birds. Fun technique Gonna have to play with it. TFS!

[@evemercier3460]

Wow! Absolutely stunning

[@vickyclayton4764]

LOVE LOVE LOVE these cards. My Favorite is the one that you fixed with adding the extra stamping!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Vicky. Thanks for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed this video. I agree with you, the boo-boo card turned out to be my favourite too! Happy stamping!

[@marjorybetchkal1560]

All very beautiful cards

[@moirawilliams3998]

Lovely cards Tina - Thank you x

[@franceeldridge1960]

Wow! Magnificent cards. Thank You so much. I just discovered your You Tube channel a couple of weeks ago. I have learned so much from you already. I am a SU hobby demo and craft by myself. You Tube is my life line for making cards.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi France. Thanks so much for your comment and I'm so happy you're enjoying my channel! HAPPY STAMPING! xoxo

[@MyCraftyMind4U]

Awesome comeback on the 2nd card I actually love it better with the grass & birds it looks like it was intended 😁👍🏻💯I so loved them all you’re so awesome!!!

[@jeanwestackroyd2966]

Love those cards Tina, the colours look amazing. Thanks for sharing.

[@beckiweaver4055]

I will be CASEing this. I love this technique thanks so much for reminding me about this technique and sharing

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Becki! Thanks for watching and happy stamping!

[@ritaharris2372]

Great idea and very much easier than I thought.

[@tthappyrock368]

Thank you for all the tips along with the technique on the popped up focal technique! Love the use of the light house!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Terry! Thanks so much for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed this video and the technique. Happy stamping!

[@marshaknatcal104]

Where is the Love button? I can't get over how quickly and beautifully you corrected your mistake. I love everything about these cards! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@erinmarcks7150]

Marsha Knatcal Yes! Where is the LOVE button!

[@glendajansen2838]

This technique is so simple yet it gives such a beautiful impact. Love it Tina!

[@Serenestamper]

Hello my friend. Glad you enjoyed this - you'll have fun with it! Big hugs to you. xo

[@annenelson4364]

Wonderful technique!

[@dianalama1591]

Excellent how you corrected two areas of boo boos👍love your card making skills and ideas😍

[@judyholman7304]

Oh my goodness. I love this technique. Love these cards. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Judy - so glad you enjoyed this video. Have fun with this technique and Happy Stamping! xo

[@Richiedei50]

Love this technique.

[@shawnajones2038]

Love this technique and so simple ❤️

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Shawn! I use this technique time and time again! HAPPY STAMPING!

[@1tinac]

Great cards. Fun technique. Thanks for sharing.

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much!

[@padufs]

Beautiful. Love your tutorials.

[@jennij2567]

I am so glad I found you! Awesome tutorials! I'm going to be watching them all😊😊

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Jenni! I'm so glad you found me too! I'm happy that you're enjoying my video tutorials! Let me know if you ever have any questions. Happy stamping!

[@beverlypope7179]

Thank you Tina, for sharing. Love these cards! From Texas

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Beverly. Thanks for your comment - so glad you enjoyed this video. Happy Stamping!

[@steeglo1]

Beautifully done!!! Love it!!!

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much!

[@nyokasmith6611]

Wonderful layout!! The 3D effect is so great ! Thanks for the tutorial !!!

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Nyoka! Happy stamping!

[@shirleywoolsey9593]

Going to do that very soon. Thank you for sharing.

[@lynnbehnke6910]

Cool technique, and I love the way you fixed stuff! Thanks for sharing.

[@janetmuir6011]

Wonderful cards xx

[@glendajackson6244]

I love the cards you did a great job.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Glenda! Thanks for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed my video. Happy stamping!

[@goprettymama]

Wow so beautiful.

[@jacquelinebates5650]

I love the way you fix mistakes.

[@judithsigler9644]

GREAT, Tina! LOVE this technique! And the color choices were really lovely, too! Thanks so much for sharing your creativity! Happy Stampin’ n’ Creatin’! :-))

[@Serenestamper]

Hello Judith. I always love getting your comments - you always make me smile. So glad you enjoyed this video and technique. Happy stamping, lovely lady!

[@daphnehazell2917]

These are fabulous and had fun making some with my friend linda,s guidance, thank you

[@julierogers3256]

Just found your channel and I'm really enjoying your techniques. I wanted to share that a mono sand eraser works great for removing ink smudges from your projrcts. Love how your cover ups turned out...beautiful cards!

[@lindanoyes5076]

Beautiful cards. Thank you for suggestions on how to turn a mistake into an opportunity to embellish.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Linda. Thanks for your comment and I'm so glad you enjoyed this video (and my boo boos) LOL Happy stamping! xo

[@ScrappyMim]

Cool idea. Would also work in reverse and make a shaker card. Really appreciate your sharing the fixes for the ink mishap.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Lynn. Thanks for your comment and I LOVE your shaker card idea - brilliant! Thanks for watching and Happy stamping!

[@jancrissman4582]

Supper cards. Love your fixes...great video

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Jan!

[@phoebelanescott9307]

Beautiful!

[@eleanorhicks2154]

Loving this techniqie💕💕💕. I have the Sheltering Tree bundle and will be trying his❤️❤️❤️

[@SunshineStampsUSA]

I’m glad you messed up that card. It turned out gorgeous! 🥰

[@geebarn2]

Love these cards!

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Gee!

[@MB-in9eu]

Great technique video quickly covering many cards (or maybe your sweet voice made it seem quickly) with the modified “imperfections!”

[@ibetannerz]

Thank you! I make mistakes all the time .. I know they happen all the time and I love when tutorials I watch the person filming actually make a mistake lol makes me not feel so bad she realize it happens to all of us! 😀

[@lynneb9946]

I really like these cards. I can't wait to try this.

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Lynn - you'll have fun with this technique for sure. Happy Stamping!

[@tinagascon8175]

Gorgeous Cards ! Gave ma a great idea for Fathers Day Card! Thank You for sharing!💜

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Tina (great name btw). So glad you enjoyed this video and are inspired for your Father's Day card! Happy stamping!

[@SueB6491]

Thanks so much Tina for doing this video! Love this technique, I’m off to create!

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Sue - so glad you enjoyed this and it's always my pleasure to make these videos. Happy stamping!

[@narcydishon8389]

I love your cards💕

[@Serenestamper]

Thank you! xx

[@jeanheming]

your cards are amazing and I cant wait to try this tecknique!!! really loved the chap stick idea!!!and also your cover ups are awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks for sharing!!!

[@coralbalcom700]

Awesome, I am going to have to get the stamp set just for those birds!

[@dinahsoar6982]

Great cards. And so easy to make makes them even better.

[@Serenestamper]

Hello lovely lady. Easy and fun = a win win for sure! Happy stamping!

[@angelalittlewood4523]

I love the boo boo card! Also the lighthouse card. Gorgeous

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much Angela!

[@dianabaker6012]

Cute cards, thanks for showing how to make mistakes look like they were the original idea!

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks Diana! xo

[@leigh-annsmith4314]

You're a genius at fixing boo boos! I'm glad you keep it real 😁

[@Serenestamper]

LOL Thanks Leigh-Ann. You made me smile. xo

[@julynnenelson9467]

I am totally making a handful of these tomorrow, love this technique

[@GermaineMeilach]

Great card, especially love your correction technique. TFS

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much Germaine!

[@melissaharris9830]

Chapstick, what a great idea! I've been trying 2 figure out how 2 get stamps 2 adhere 2 the block, I've used the glue stick technique too but it's messy and doesn't work well enough. Can't wait 2 try ur technique! I also LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these cards!!! I know many have thanked you 4 sharing ur booboos and how you saved the cards, but it honestly is SO ENCOURAGING 2 us all!!! I just subscribed 2 ur channel!!! Ty 4 what you do! ❤

[@Serenestamper]

Hi Melissa. Thank you so much for your kind words and comments - I really appreciate them! And thank you for subscribing to my channel too! I've been saving the leftover backing from our new cling stamps and have been putting bits of the cling labels onto my clear stamps - works great and I don't have to use chapstick anymore. Give it try! Take care and HAPPY STAMPING! xx

[@goldpig1964]

Thank you for showing the fix-it!!!

[@sylysyly9759]

Beautiful cards....well done xo

[@Serenestamper]

Thanks so much!

[@andreah993]

Oh wow i love these cards. I also love that you left your mistakes in the video. (It makes you human lol ) I'm terrible at mat and lauering too so nice to see you do tgis especially on the green card lol. Thankyou for a great informative tutorial. You have a brand new follower......ME! Xx

[@joaniecanzone3370]

Love this technique! Great cards! I especially love the lighthouse.