Kid creations!

Here are a few of the kids' creations for thank you cards. Some had already been given away before I got a picture of them.

This one was made by JR & Sierra for Mom & Dad (do you see the M and D?) :) It even had the cutest note written in side...definitely a keeper!

How creative is this one to make a bow for the top of the card?

I love how this one was modified to have a back page...just add staples backwards :)

The picture doesn't really show the creativeness in this card....the front square it actually cut out so it pops out at you like a spring. It was so fun to watch the kids create without me telling them what they can and can't use :) Too precious!

Thank You Reindeer

Sunday we sat down to make thank you cards from Christmas. This is the card I made to send out for family gifts. You'll see some of the kids' creations tomorrow...so fun :)
Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Real Red
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Dasher, Thank You Kindly
Accessories: Platinum Shimmer Paint (YEAH, it will still be available after the Holiday Mini!), Sponge, Sponge Daubers

Snowy Tree

I think the hardest part for me living where we live now is no snow! There are some days I wish I could wake up to a beautiful coating of a white blanket on the ground. This is the last card I made for my friend. They really enjoy snow skiing so I knew this card would be perfect. The tree is stamped on glossy cardstock. After the ink drys, use a white crayon to create "snow" on the tree. Tear a piece of scrap paper and layer on the bottom of the tree to create a "snow bank". Ink brayer with ink and brayer over top of image. Wipe off excess ink and remove scrap paper, and you've created a snowy card. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Brocade Blue, Glossy White Cardstock
Ink: Garden Green, Chocolate Chip, Brocade Blue, Gold Encore
Stamps: Lovely as a Tree, Four the Holidays (available until Jan. 4!)
Accessories: Brayer, White Crayon

Punch Reindeer

This was card #3. Yes, you've seen this card before....from the stamp-a-stack Christmas cards. This is just the mini version of this fun card.
Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Real Red, Close to Cocoa, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black
Stamps: Christmas Punch
Accessories: White Gel Pen, Dimensionals, Punches: Jumbo Snowflake, Large Oval, 1/4" circle (retired), 1/2" circle

Reindeer

This is card #2 from the special project for my friend. I also made this one with her daughter in mind...a little on the fancier side. I'm also giving you a sneak peek from the Occasions Mini (begins Jan. 5)....see the dotted background?? It's made with the new SU! Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Folder. I love polka dots and I love Impressions Folders so....PERFECT match!!!! The antlers were inked with Platinum shimmer paint. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Whisper White, Soft Suede
Ink: Soft Suede
Stamps: Dasher, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Accessories: Soft Suede Polka Dot Ribbon, Platinum Shimmer Paint, Dauber, Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Folder, Big Shot

PINK ornament

I did a special project for a friend again this year. I created four cards for her to use on her kids' Christmas gifts. These cards measure 4 1/4" x 4 1/4". She loves having me make these cards for these special gifts so they stand out. Since I know her kids very well, it's always fun to personalize them just a bit. This one is obviously for her daughter...couldn't resist the pink & brown with sparkle! Any of these cards would work for Christmas thank you cards as well! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Pink Passion, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink: Pink Passion
Stamps: Delightful Decorations (available until Jan. 4)
Accessories: Ornament Punch (available until Jan. 4), Champagne Shimmer Mist...haven't had a chance to order shimmer mist yet??? EXCELLENT NEWS....you'll still be able to order it from January-June!

Merry Christmas

from our home to yours. May you have a blessed Christmas Day!

Christmas Eve

Enjoy the anticipation of the day. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Old Olive, So Saffron, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive, So Saffron, Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Patterned Pines and Four the Holidays(only available until Jan. 4!!!!)

Acetate Treat Box

Another fun treat box I made using a tutorial from SCS. Perfect for a quick and easy Christmas treat (or any other time of the year). I like that the receiver can see the yummy goodies inside! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: So Saffron, Merry Moments DSP, Window Sheets
Ink: Old Olive, So Saffron
Stamps: Season of Joy
Accessories: Dimensionals, Paper Cutter w/ Scoring Blade, Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8" & 1 1/4" Circle Punches, Crop-a-dile, So Saffron Grosgrain Ribbon, Sticky Strip

Santa's Suit Treat Bucket

I had fun playing with this tutorial from SCS. I love that it gives me another use for the pillow box die. You could use this bucket for a lot of holidays! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White, Bride Specialty Paper
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red
Stamps: Christmas Punch
Accessories: Curly Label Punch, Big Shot, Pillow Box Die, 1/2" circle punch, sticky Strip, Circle Scissors Plus, Glass Mat, Dimensionals, 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo Brads, Horizontal Slot Punch, 1/2" Real Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Christmas Punch winner is....

Roxanne J.!

Glittery Ornaments

For this month's demo meeting, I decided to make these glittery ornaments. I absolutley LOVE how vibrant they turned out this year. I squeezed about 10 drops of reinker into an ornament and then added about 1 TBL (maybe a bit more) of water. Be sure to wear gloves on both hands...or else you'll have a hand that looks like you lost a battle with the ink. Swirl the color around until the inside is coated with the color. If you're creating more than one ornament w/ the same color, pour the liquid into another ornament and repeat....otherwise, just discard the liquid. Pour matching colored glitter into powder pal tray and then pour into ornament. Shake glitter around until inside is completely covered. Dump any excess glitter back into the powder pal tray. Ta-da, you have a BEAUTIFUL ornament in just the color you wanted. :) Each glitter container that SU! sells makes about 4 glitter ornaments....so plan accordingly.


Order your supplies here.
Reinkers: Red...Real Red, Blue...Bashful Blue & Brillant Blue, Gold...More Mustard & Barely Banana
Glitter: Red...Fine Galaxy Red, Blue...Fine Supernova Aqua, Gold...Fine Galaxy Gold

1st Christmas Ornament

One of the things on a wish list we were given this year included a personalized ornament. Since the couple was married this summer, I thought it would be appropriate to stamp the happy couple with their wedding date. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Window Sheets
Ink: Stazon Black
Stamps: All in the Family, Calendar Alphabet & Numbers
Accessories: Circle Scissors Plus, Clear Ornament, Sharpie Markers, Faux Snow

Note of Thanks Tree

Trees seem to be the perfect image for thank you cards this week. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Garden Green, Close to Cocoa, Whisper White
Ink: Garden Green, Close to Cocoa
Stamps: Lovely as a Tree, Thank You Kindly
Accessories: 1 1/4" square punch, 1/16" punch, Chocolate Chip Corduroy Buttons

Thank You Fall Tree

I love this stamp set. I love it even more than I can use it for more than just sympathy cards. It fits perfectly with the greetings in the "Thank You Kindly" stamp set. I inked the tree in Creamy Caramel and then tapped on the marker tips of Garden Green, Really Rust, Pumpkin Pie, and Chocolate Chip. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Garden Green, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Old Olive, Creamy Caramel, Garden Green, Really Rust, Pumpkin Pie, and Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Thoughts & Prayers, Thank You Kindly
Accessories: Sponges

Extreme Skateboarder

My friend, Tammy, made this card for J.R.'s birthday. He loved it! Of course, no one was as proud as Tammy's son who proudly told everyone that his mom made that card. :) So cute!! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay
Ink: Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay, Basic Black
Stamps: Extreme Skateboard, Extreme Elements
Accessories: Dimensionals, Bermuda Bay Polka dot ribbon

Graduation

Last month, I was asked to make some graduation announcements for my sister-in-law. This card came together quickly when I sat down to make them. I used the colors of her college...black and yellow. Congratulations, Danielle! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Basic Black, Summer Sun
Ink: Basic Black
Stamps: Tassel Time (retired)
Accessories: Black organza (retired), Paper Piercer, Mat Pat, Metallic Brads, Dimensionals

Birthday Star

This was a quick note slipped into a lunch bag for a birthday last month. Apparently, Mom always puts a birthday card in your lunch when it's your birthday...glad this took me less than 2 minutes to whip up! :) Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Starring You
Accessories: Paper Piercer, Mat Pack

Thank You Star Flower

Thank you cards have been the cards needed the most in our house this month. I punched two stars out, punched through them w/ the 1/16" punch, inserted a brad into the center, and attached to the card front with dimensionals. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Bravo Burgundy, Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla
Ink: Very Vanilla
Stamps: Thank You Kindly
Accessories: Dimensionals, Large Star punch, 5/16" Jumbo Neutral Brads, 1/16" punch

Thank You from Harry Potter

J.R. insisted on Harry Potter cards for his thank you cards from his birthday party so I created "Harry" from the All in the Family stamp set. The wand is the golf club with part of the stamp masked. I drew on Harry's scar to complete the look. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Confetti White
Ink: Basic Brown, Certainly Celery, So Saffron, Blush Blossom
Stamps: All in the Family, Family Phrases, Family Accessories Too
Accessories: Aquapainter

Thank You Star

I'm trying to use up some leftover card kits from a previous class and made this thank you card. The faux stitching adds a little extra to this quick card. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Bordering Blue, Summer Sun, Whisper White
Ink: Whisper White
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Accessories: Large Star, White Gel Pen

Just for You

I realized as I sat down to make this card, I haven't used the Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder yet. I LOVE how this card turned out. Happy Birthday, Sis! Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Bordering Blue, Regal Rose, Whisper White
Ink: Whisper White
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Accessories: Big Shot, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder, Cherry Blossom Embosslits Die, Dimensionals, 5/16" Neutral Jumbo Brads

Big Shot Dies and Decor Element Sheets on SALE!

The sale begins Friday, December 11, 2009, and ends Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 11:50 PM (MT). Order by Dec. 15 to ensure arrival for Christmas.

114515 p. 195 Flower Burst Embosslits die Regular $11.95 Sale $8.96
114516 p. 195 Cherry Blossom Embosslits die Regular $11.95 Sale $8.96
115957 p. 195 Thanks Embosslits die Regular $11.95 Sale $8.96
114513 p. 195 Sweetest Stem Embosslits die Regular $11.95 Sale $8.96
115952 p. 195 Hi Embosslits die Regular $11.95 Sale $8.96
115951 p. 197 Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die Regular $74.95 Sale $59.96
113446 p. 197 Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
114509 p. 197 Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die Regular $21.95 Sale $18.66
113448 p. 197 Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
113457 p. 198 Tulipe Bigz die Regular $21.95 Sale $18.66
115954 p. 198 Two Tags Bigz die Regular $21.95 Sale $18.66
114524 p. 199 Fringed Flower Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $15.96
114523 p. 199 Decorative Accents Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $15.96
114534 p. 199 Flower Bigz Clear die Regular $19.95 Sale $15.96
113473 p. 199 5-Point 3D Star Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
113472 p. 199 Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
113470 p. 199 Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
113465 p. 199 Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die Regular $19.95 Sale $16.96
115961 p. 200 Perfect Setting Bigz XL die Regular $42.95 Sale $32.21
113483 p. 200 Pennant Bigz XL die Regular $39.95 Sale $29.96
113484 p. 200 Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die Regular$39.95 Sale $31.96
116760 p. 201 Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die Regular $39.95 Sale $29.96
116759 p. 201 Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die Regular $39.95 Sale $29.96
114890 p. 201 Matchbox Bigz XL die Regular $42.95 Sale $36.51
113458 p. 202 Flower Layers Originals die Regular $15.95 Sale $13.56
114336 p. 158 Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $10.36
114334 p. 158 Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $10.36
114337 p. 158 Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $10.36
114335 p. 158 White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $10.36
118797 So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118798 Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118799 Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118800 Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118801 Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118802 Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118803 Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118804 Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118805 Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118806 Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118807 Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118808 Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118809 Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118810 Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118812 Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118813 Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118814 Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $12.95 Sale $9.71
118815 Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) Regular $14.95 Sale $11.21

Heart Plate

Two of the guests at technique night chose the heart for the back of their plate. We used the Hearts & Brackets die for this plate and used the reverse image. The etching cream was used inside the image. I think I'll make a few of these for Valentine's day gifts. Order your supplies here.
Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (SU! Hearts & Brackets), Etching Cream, Sponge Brush, Rubber Gloves, Plate

"L" Plate

This is one of the plates I made with my mom. We only etched the center circle around the "L" on this plate. Order your supplies here. Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (Serif Essentials Alphabet), Etching Cream, Sponge Brush, Rubber Gloves, Plate

Snowflake Plate

I used the Snowflake #2 die for this plate and used the reverse image. The etching cream was used inside the image. Order your supplies here.
Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (Snowflake #2), Etching Cream, Sponge Brush, Rubber Gloves, Plate

Treat Plate

A couple weeks ago, I became very intrigued with glass etching. When I realized I could do it very easily with my Big Shot and the Decor Element sheets, I set to work. Aren't these so fun?!?! I thought they would be the perfect gift to give a plate of goodies on for the holidays. So...while my mom was here, we were very busy prepping her Christmas gifts :) I had to teach my clubbers how to do this technique at our last technique night. Everyone loved how their plates turned out. I'll show you different plates the next few days. This plate was created by using the actual letter on the backside of the plate. Order your supplies here.
Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (Serif Essentials Alphabet), Etching Cream, Sponge Brush, Rubber Gloves, Plate

Directions: Sandwich for Big Shot: Standard Cutting Pad, Bigz Dies, Décor elements sheet cut to fit die (if using alpha letter die, color side up), Standard Cutting Pad. Attach décor element to underside of plate (either the image or the reverse image). Put on rubber gloves. Daub on etching cream with a sponge brush over the décor element. Let set for 5 minutes. Wash off etching cream with running water. Peel off décor element and wipe dry.

Snowflake Tile

Another sample of the tiles we made a technique night. Sandwich for Big Shot: Standard Cutting Pad, Bigz Dies, Décor elements sheet cut to fit die (Color side down), Standard Cutting Pad. Attach die cut décor elements to tile. Display on a photo easel. Order your supplies here.
Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (Snowflake #2), Tile, Photo Easel

Happy Holidays, Stampers!

December's stamp camp will be held on Friday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. We'll be creating five treat boxes from the picture and 20 gift tags. You won't want to miss out on the festive fun. Fee: Stamp Club Members--$20/Customers & Guests--$25. RSVP by Tuesday, Dec. 8.

Want to win the Christmas Punch stamp set (Hostess Level 2)? One lucky winner will receive the "Christmas Punch" stamp set on December 21. Here are the ways you can enter to win the stamp set between Dec. 1-Dec. 21:

**Every $25 of product purchased, two entries (yes, club orders count)
**Attend stamp camp, three entries
**Become a fan on Facebook, one entry {Here's the link}
**Already a fan on Facebook, one entry
**Recommend a new stampin' friend, one entry
**Purchase a Stampin' Up! gift card, two entries for every $25


Dormant Stamp Sets Discontinued on January 4, 2010
The following stamp sets will be discontinued on January 4, 2010. These stamps can be found in the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog.

Item Number Stamp Set
113407 Back Woods
114492 Beautiful Baby
114486 Birthday Wish
113200 Branch Out
114496 Celebrations
113732 Central Park
113206 Classic Sketches
113226 Classy & Fabulous
114498 Flowers in Silhouette
113405 Font of You
113216 For the Bride
114494 Forever
109425 Friend by Definition
114488 Fun Flowers
113716 Garden Greetings
114490 Glad Friends
111580 Grand Soiree
113242 Hit the Road
113710 Lexicon of Leaves
113236 Man's Best Friend
114423 Ocean Commotion
113728 Playful Petals
109276 Polka Dot
111544 Putt Putt
113240 Quilt Quips
113754 Really Retro
113403 Sip by Sip
113726 Sweet Stems
113250 That's Funny
113688 Wonderful Watercolors
114028 Para la novia
114032 Acuarelas Maravillosas

Joy Tile

At technique night, we made these fun tiles using the decor elements sheets. Sandwich for Big Shot: Standard Cutting Pad, Bigz Dies, Décor elements sheet cut to fit die (Color side down for letters), Standard Cutting Pad. Attach die cut décor elements to tile. Display on a photo easel. Order your supplies here.
Accessories: Big Shot, Décor Elements Sheet, Bigz Dies (Serif Essentials Alphabet and Stars #2), Tile, Photo Easel

Christmas Postage Tag

Some of you have asked to be reminded of how to do the faux cracked glass technique. I made this card as a 3x3 card to be used as a tag. Stamp the stamp in Chocolate Chip ink on Very Vanilla CS. Punch out using the 1 1/4" square punch. Ink the CS with Versamark. Put square in Powder Pal tray and hold with craft tweezers. Pour over Glassy Glaze Enamel Embossing Powder. Heat with heating tool. Add another layer of Embossing Powder. Heat. Add another layer of Embossing Powder. Have the Sanded background stamp all ready in Chocolate Chip ink and while the embossing powder is still hot, stamp over the embossing powder. Punch out a 1 3/8" Chocolate Chip CS square. Adhere to stamped image. Stamp the background stamp on the Very Vanilla CS card front. Tie Chocolate Chip grosgrain around the card front and attach stamped image using dimensionals. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip
Sets: Christmas Punch, Sanded
Inks: Chocolate Chip, Versamark
Accessories: 1 ¼” & 1 3/8” square punches, Heat Tool, Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon, Powder Pal Tray, Dimensionals

Christmas Wreath

This wreath came together quickly using the Trio Flower punch. My trick for making a circle....punch a 1 3/4" circle from Very Vanilla and attach to card front. Attach flowers over the circle punch :) Add glitter using the tombow multi adhesive.

Exciting news! Shelli Gardner has been invited to appear on NBC’s TODAY Show tomorrow. She was invited to appear in recognition of Stampin’ Up!’s charitable giving over the past few years. Don't miss Shelli's interview.

Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Garden Green, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Stamps: Grateful Greetings
Accessories: Trio Flower Punch, 1 3/4" circle punch, Silver Elastic Cording, 1/16" punch, Platinum Shimmer Paint, Sponge Dauber, Chunky Essentials, Tombow Multi Adhesive

Holly Jolly Reindeer

Punches make Christmas cards easy. This reindeer card came together quickly using them. Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White, Close to Cocoa
Ink: Basic Black
Stamps: Christmas Punch
Accessories: Wide Oval punch, Jumbo Snowflake punch, 1/2" circle punch, 1/4" circle punch, white gel pen, dimensionals, paper piercer, mat pack

Simple Snowflake

I'm really enjoying the "under $10" stamp sets this year. The simple snowflake fits PERFECTLY with the Jumbo Snowflake punch. After I punched out the snowflake, I spritzed the shimmer mist over it. I like the simpleness of this card. Have you started your Christmas cards yet?

The winners from the Holiday Extravaganza are:
Package #1...Patterned Pines stamp set--Roxanne
Package #2... 1 3/4" circle punch--Charlene
Package #3...Fall Harvest standard wheel & 1 package of Whisper White envelopes--Nora
Package #4...2 SNAIL adhesive refills--Roxanne
Congratulations, ladies. Thanks to all of you who placed orders during the week.

Order your supplies here.
Cardstock: Bordering Blue, Whisper White
Ink: Bordering Blue, Whisper White Craft
Stamps: Simple Snowflake, Four the Holidays
Accessories: Jumbo Snowflake Punch, White Organza Ribbon, Champagne Mist shimmer mist, mini glue dot, Paper Piercer, Clear Rhinestone Brads