You're Fabulous

Summer is creeping to an end very, very soon.  As I was looking through my pictures, I found this cute gift we gave to our health clerk at the end of the school year.  We filled it will all kinds of office treats she uses.  I'm thinking of doing something similar for our new teachers when my kids go back to school in just over a week.

Simple and useful!  I used a stamp set that we received last year at Convention that was exclusive to demos...but you could easily substitute any stamp set for the tag!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilaa

Ink:  Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise markers

Stamps:  I am...

Accessories:  Labels Collection Framelits, Big Shot, Punch, Ribbon

Friday, August 16, 7 p.m. Stamp-a-Stack Stamp Camp.   Fifteen card designs will be available for you to create ten cards.   All supplies will be provided except adhesive.  Please bring your own.   Fee:  $20—Stamp Club Members/Demonstrators; $25—Customers/Guests ($5 when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP by August 12 and receive $5 off class.

AND....I'm BACK!

AH!  Convention was AWESOME and exactly the boost I need to get going again.  Over the next few days, I'll be sharing things from Convention, but I really want to start again with the regular posting projects on the blog again.  The summer has been a wonderful one spent with my family.  After attending Convention, I'm ready to create again.  Since today is Big Shot project day, it seems only appropriate that I share one of my swaps I made at Convention.  Wouldn't you know it that I forgot to take a picture of it before I left so you get the view through the clear envelope.

Just keepin' it real!  I created this card with this card in mind.  I loved this dress in the Bermuda Bay color!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Bermuda Bay, Very Vanilla, Smoky Slate

Ink:  Bemuda Bay

Stamps:  Sweets for the Sweet

Accessories:  Big Shot, Dress Up Framelits, Chevron Impressions Folder, Brayer, Rhinestone Jewels, Silver Ribbon (available soon in the Holiday Mini :), 7/8" scallop circle punch, small oval punch, Dimensionals

Here are just a few quick things you need to know now! :)

PAPER PUMPKIN

Use the promotion code PUMPKINDEAL to join Paper Pumpkin before August 31, 2013, and pay only $10 a month (plus tax, where applicable. Shipping included!)  for the first two months.   Click here to sign up today!  Just a few details:  For new subscribers only.  Promotion applies only to the first two months of a new subscription. After receiving two month's worth, the price for each month's kit will go to the regular price: $19.95.  You must join by Saturday, August 31, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT).  Subscribe NOW! :)

UNDEFINED

Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn't find the perfect image? Maybe you have a special family logo or a sketch you'd like to have as a stamp. Well now YOU can! Undefined is Stampin' Up!'s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.  When you carve your very own stamp, you will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!  How exactly do you carve a stamp?  Check out this video to see how awesome this new product is!  Intrigued? We know you want to get your hands on the kit and start carving your own masterpieces. Here are the item numbers you'll need (we suggest adding a refill kit on your first order . . . trust us, you're gonna want it).

Item #	Description	Price
133402	Undefined Stamp Carving Kit	$19.95
134808	Undefined Refill Kit	$9.95
124236	Clear-Mount Cling Foam*	$10.95

*Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks in the kit.

Included in the Stamp Carving Kit: 2 carving tools 3" x 4" rubber 3" x 4" foam 4 wood blocks (various sizes) 1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker 3 postcards Instruction sheet Stamp image templates

Included in the Refill Kit: 3" x 4" rubber 3" x 4" foam 4 wood blocks (various sizes) Instruction sheet RECRUITS! New recruits get to pick one of four project kits for free in addition to their starter kit when they join Stampin' Up!  (After seeing the build a banner kits at Convention, that was the FIRST thing on my order when I got home.  You can come to my class in September for FREE when you become a DEMO!  I can't wait to add this cute decoration to my holiday decor!  Sign up before Aug. 31 for this great offer! Kit Options: Option Kit Description Item Total Value 1 Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit 133507 132698 $29.90 2 Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Christmas Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit 133507 132697 $29.90 3 Thankful Tablescape Simply Created Kit 133463 $19.95 4 Tag a Bag Bundle AND Tag a Box Bundle 131371 131372 $22.45 The first three project kits are from the holiday catalog and the last option is from the annual catalog. FREE Designer Series Paper! Buy three packs of select Designer Series Paper and get one for free!  Take advantage of this special by July 31!

Thursday, August 1, 7 p.m. Technique Night.  Create two projects using new techniques I learned at Convention.   All supplies will be provided including adhesive. Fee:  FREE—Stamp Club Members/Demonstrators; $7—Customers/Guests (FREE when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP today. 

Hello!

Sale-a-Bration time is ending this week.  When I first got the SAB catalog, I really couldn't imagine how I would ever use the set Feeling Sentimental.  Well, of course, I just had do see a few AMAZING ideas, and I was HOOKED!  Here are a few cards I've made this month using the telephone booth.

Seriously so fun!  I love this set now and have had so much fun creating with it.  With your $50 purchase, you can get the adorable set!

Order your supplies here.

Top Card:

Cardstock:  Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Neutrals DSP; Ink:  Early Espresso;  Stamps:  Feeling Sentimental;  Accessories:  Sponge, Linen Thread, Silver Basics Designer Buttons, Natural Trim Ribbon

Bottom Card:

Cardstock:  Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White;  Ink:  Black Stazon, Real Red Marker;  Stamps:  Feeling Sentimental, Just Believe

Pop Top Butterfly

I'm finally feeling a bit better.  I had a head cold that just wiped me out!  Here's a card I created awhile back.  I love these cute pop tops...they make great accents!!!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, Summer Smooches DSP, Polka Dot Parade, DSP

Ink:  Basic Gray

Stamps:  Embellished Events

Accessories:  Bitty Butterfly Punch, Natural Trim Ribbon, Soda Pop Tops, Dimensionals, Rhinestone Jewels, 1" circle punch, tombow, Big Shot, Chevron Folder

Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. Technique Night.  Create two projects using products from the Spring Mini with a new technique.   All supplies will be provided including adhesive. Fee:  FREE—Stamp Club Members; $7—Customers/Guests (FREE when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP by March 4.

Friday, March 15, 7 p.m.  Stamp Camp.  Fifteen card designs using products from the Spring Mini & the Sale-a-bration will be available for you to create ten cards All supplies will be provided except SNAIL adhesive.  Please bring your own.    Fee:  $20—Stamp Club Members; $25—Customers & Guests  ($5 off when you place a $40 the night of the class).   RSVP by March 10.

Did you see this news article over the weekend?  Sadly, this is a family that we know.  I knew I had to get a card to the family right away.  I was so glad I had this card ready to go...I just needed to add the "With Sympathy" stamp.

What kinds of cards do you keep in your stash?  I need more cards like this where I just can add a greeting when I need the card.  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink:  Basic Black

Stamps:  Lovely as a Tree, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories:  Neutrals Buttons, Basic Black Polka Dot Scallop Ribbon (the backside), Big Shot, Apothecary Framelits, Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Paper Piercing Tool, Sponge

WEDNESDAY, February 6, 7 p.m. (Not the usual Thursday) Technique Night.  Create two projects using SAB products.   Fee:  FREE—Stamp Club Members; $7—Customers/Guests (FREE when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP by February 4.

I Love You Chalkboard

Here is the other card from last night's technique night.  I'm loving the chalkboard technique!  I have lots of thoughts running through my mind of ideas for this style of card.  It's super simple to get the chalkboard look.  Rub cardstock with embossing buddy.  Stamp the main image in Whisper White craft ink and then emboss with White embossing powder.  Pick up a bit of ink on a piece of soft fabric and rub on cardstock to look like the chalk board has been wiped off.   The lines are drawn on with a white colored pencil and a ruler. On this particular card, I stamped the heart outlines and wiped them lightly also with the soft fabric.  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Basic Gray, Polka Dot Parade DSP

Ink:  Whisper White Craft

Stamps:  Hearts a Flutter, My Little Valentine

Accessories:  Flower Trim, Ribbon, Heat Tool, White Embossing Powder, Tombow Multi, Needlepoint Border Textured Impressions Folder

Christmas Door Wreath

I loved this idea I saw here.  I made mine a little simpler  It looks great :)  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Crumb Cake, Wild Wasabi, Very Vanilla

Ink:  Crumb Cake

Stamps:  Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories:  Bird Builder Punch, Real Red Ribbon, Sponge, Brads, Paper Piercer, Big Shot, Bitty Banners Framelits

Christmas Tray

I had so much fun making my Halloween decoration that I decided to order another tray and make one for Christmas.  I love how it turned out!

It's so festive and fun!  I think I just might create one for each holiday  :)  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Be of Good Cheer DSP, Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green, Very Vanilla, Silver Glimmer Paper

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green

Stamps:  Tags til Christmas, Wacky Wishes, Pennant Parade

Accessories:  Big Shot, Holiday Ornaments Framelits, Merry Minis Punch Pack, Mitten Builder Punch, Holiday Collection Framelits, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details, Cherry Cobbler Sweater Trim, 1 1/4" Scallop Circle Punch, Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine, Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons, Regals Designer Buttons, Mini Glue Dots, Dimensionals, Decorative Label Punch

Thursday, December 6, 7 p.m. Technique Night.  Create two Christmas projects.   Fee:  FREE—Stamp Club Members; $7—Customers/Guests (FREE when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP 

Sucker Pumpkin

Today we're off to the Pumpkin Patch so I knew which project I wanted to share today!

Isn't this pumpkin fun?  I just cut a strip of CS about 2" x 8 1/2" and scored it at every 2", punched a hole for the tootsie pop stick to come through, inserted the sucker, and sealed it up with Sticky Strip.  I added a pumpkin on front and on back (3 Extra-Lg. Ovals) and added a face.  Stamped the greeting on Gumball Green CS with the illuminate glimmer stamp pad, punched out with the word window punch, punched out a hole for the tag to fit on the stick, slide it on, and tied it up with ribbon!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Pumpkin Pie

Ink:  Basic Black Marker, Illuminate Glimmer

Stamps:  Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories:  Paper cutter & scoring blade, Ribbon, Word Window & Extra-Lg. Oval Punches

Check out the Clearance Rack today...over 70 items have been added!!!  Envelopes in Naturals White & Naturals Ivory for $2.59 are a STEAL.  You bet I stocked up to mail out Christmas cards!  I also ordered the magnet sheets.  I NEED these to store my Framelits in the Clear-Mount Stamp Cases so the Framelits aren't all over everywhere and getting lost!  They still have a bit of 99 cent fabric as well!  Order now!  Supply is limited and will go QUICKLY at these prices!

Be sure to join me on November 16 at 7 p.m. for our annual Christmas card stamp-a-stack stamp camp.  Fifteen Christmas card designs will be available for you to create ten cards.  All supplies will be provided except SNAIL adhesive.  Please bring your own.  Fee:  $20--Stamp Club Member; $25--Customers & Guests ($5 off when you RSVP by November 13).

Ho Ho Ho!

I love the Holiday Frame Impressions Folder in the Holdiay Mini.  It's the perfect accent for an easy card.  This card idea is quite simple...embossed card front with dazzling diamonds added to it using the 2-way glue.  You can add almost any Christmas stamp to the center and have the perfect holiday card!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Real Red, Whisper White

Ink:  Real Red

Stamps:  Embellished Events

Accessories:  Big Shot, Holiday Frame Impressions Folder, 2-way glue, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Dimensionals, Ribbon, Wide Oval Punch

Thank You Colors

As I was stamping, I found this card sketch in a past Stampin' Success.  The original card had stamped strips of paper.  I decided I wanted use different Impression folders to create this card.  I love the result!

This would be a fun card to create for many different occasions...just change out the colors and the greeting.Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Midnight Muse, Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green, More Mustard, Whisper White

Ink:  Midnight Muse

Stamps:  Lacy & Lovely

Accessories:  Big Shot, Chevron, Argyle, & Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Designer Label Punch, Extra-Lg. Oval Punch, Merry Minis Punch Pack, Rhinestone Jewel, Dimensionals, Gumball Green Ribbon (YUP, this is the FREE ribbon when you place a $40 order this month!!!!)

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Illuminate Snowflakes

You know I had to try the Illuminate Stamp Pad with snowflakes.  I created the same cards just switched up the order of the card so you can see what the illuminate looks like on the Marina Mist and on the Whisper White (although it's hard to see in the pictures).  It's lovely on both cards!

I think I'll be using this stamp pad on my Christmas cards!  Who doesn't want a little extra sparkle on their holiday cards?!?  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Whisper White, Marina Mist

Ink:  Illuminate Glitter Watermark, Marina Mist

Stamps:  Petite Pairs, Mixed Medley

Accessories:  Ribbon, Sm. Oval Punch, Dimensionals

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Happy Birthday!

Last night I was stamping for fun.  I looked through some past Stampin' Success magazines and saw a card layout I wanted to try out.  I like how this card all came together.  It's very fitting to share it today, too, because it's my sister's birthday today!  Happy birthday, Amber!  Love you!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Rich Razzleberry, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White

Ink:  Pretty in Pink, Rich Razzleberry, Tempting Turquoise Markers

Stamps:  You're Amazing

Accessories:  Big Shot,  Fancy Fan Impressions Folder, Labels Framelits, Dimensionals, Pretty in Pink Ribbon, White Baker's Twine, Color Spritzer

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Boooooooo!

Are you ready for Halloween? My kids are already talking about how they would like to dress up.  The past couple years we've done a family theme.  This year there's a bit of a debate if we could pull off a family theme and make everyone happy.  It's got me thinking about Halloween.  I wanted to use our new Illuminate Glimmer Watermark stampin' pad since that will be the focus of our technique night next Thursday. I came up with this fun Halloween card.  I'm loving this adorable Halloween stamp set in the Holiday Mini...Googly Ghouls.  

The stamping on the Basic Black CS is done with the new Illuminate Glimmer Watermark Stampin' Pad.  In case you missed, it's on p. 23.  I completely missed it until I went to convention and saw it in the Product display area.  That was the first thing I ordered after I came home from Convention :)  Hope you can join me on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 7 p.m. to create this fun card and play with the Illuminate Glimmer Watermark Stampin' Pad!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Howlstooth & Scaringbone DSP

Ink:  Illuminate Glimmer Watermakr, Basic Gray

Stamps:  Googly Ghouls

Accessories:  Basic Black Scallop Ribbon, Googlies, Dimensionals

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Birthday Butterfly

I ordered the new spritzing tools before I went to Convention, but I didn't have time to use them.  While at Convention, I attended an evening technique class.  One of the presenters specifically focused on spritzing.  I couldn't wait to get home to create!  Tonight's technique class will be all about the spritzing tool.

For this card, I cut out the butterfly with the Big Shot and then laid it on top of the Very Vanilla CS.  I filled up the spritzer with 10 drops of reinker and rubbing alcohol.  Spritz, spritz...and we have a beautiful masked butterfly.  I stamped the greeting and then matted the Very Vanilla CS with Tangerine Tango.  I wanted some ribbon to match so I spritzed Vanilla seam binding with the same spritzer and added the ribbon to the card.  Want to create this card and learning more spritzing techniques?  Join me tonight for tonight's technique class!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Tangerine Tango, Very Vanilla, Howlstooth & Scaringbone DSP (who says it's just Halloween paper?!)

Ink:  Tangerine Tango

Stamps:  Wacky Wishes

Accessories:  Big Shot, Beautiful Butterflies Die, Vanilla Seam Binding, Stampin' Spritzer

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Halloween fun

One of the best things about convention is the swaps.  I received this swap from Michelle Moseman.  Since Halloween is the next holiday, I loved getting the Halloween swaps :)  Can't wait to start creating spooky cards!

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Cardstock:  Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White

Ink:  Versamark, White Craft, Basic Black

Stamps:  Tricky Treat, Tiny Tags

Accessories:  Basic Black Scallop Dot Ribbon, Baker's Twine, Jewelry Tag Punch, Big Shot, Chevron & Designer Frames Impressions Folder, Dimensionals, Heat Tool, Black Embossing Powder

   

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Friday the 13th!

Hi Friends!  I'm sure you've wondered where I have been.  Family vacation for my sister's wedding took us away for a bit...and it was WONDERFUL!  We had a fantastic time while on vacation, and my sister was an absolutely beautiful bride.  Now I'm busily getting ready to head to Convention next week (YEAH!!!!!!!).  Haven't decided how many swaps I'll make this year...I'll I know is I better get busy if I want to take any.  Today I'm taking a little break to celebrate my birthday with my family :)

I'll check back in soon :)  Happy Stampin'!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Wild Wasabi, Marina Mist

Ink:  Wild Wasabi, Marina Mist

Stamps:  A Fitting Occasion

Accessories:  Curly Label Punch, Paper Piercing Pack, Paper Piercer, White Gel Pen, Ribbon

 Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Framed Trees

I love the new Paper-Piercing pack!  It was my favorite new thing in the catalog....so I'm still not sure how I left it off my first order I placed.  You can bet that I ordered it as soon as I got my shipment and realized it was missing.  I created this card by cutting out a mat using the Apothecary Accents Framelits on a piece of CS.  I then used the CS as a mask to sponge ink on the card front and then stamp the tree images.  I used the mat pack to punch around the inside edge of the sponging.  Very quick and simple card!  Be sure to join me for Technique Night on TUESDAY, July 10, to see how else you can the amazing Paper-Piercing pack!  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink:  Basic Grey, Basic Black

Stamps:  Lovely As a Tree

Accessories:  Apothecary Accents Framelits, Essentials Paper Piercing Pack, Big Shot, Ribbon, Neutrals Buttons, Tombow Multi Adhesive, Sponge, Paper Piercer

  

Haven't seen the new catalog yet?  Contact me today, and I'll get one your way!

Pastel Daisies

I was a bit surprised to see the Pastels on the retiring list!  This is one of the first techniques I learned when I first started stamping...Poppin' Pastels.  Stamp the image in versamark, daub a sponge dauber in a pastel, and daub on stamped image...continue with the rest of the colors on your image. :)  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Daffodil Delight, Tangerine Tango, Whisper White

Ink:  Tangerine Tango, Versamark

Stamps:  Upsy Daisy

Accessories:  Pastels, Daffodil Delight Ribbon, Sponge Daubers

Swing Heart

This was my first try at creating a cut out swing card.  I cut out the heart on both sides and then had them fold together to create a heart.  Hearts aren't just for Valentine's Day.  Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Crumb Cake, DSP (Retired)

Ink:  Crumb Cake

Stamps:  Delightful Dozen

Accessories:  Big Shot, Hearts Collection Framelits, Sticky Strip, Pear Pizzazz, Sponge