stylin' stamper

Sale-A-Bration Has Begun!!

2012-01-24T09:13:00.000-05:00

SAB is here!!! I'm so excited to share the catalogue with you, so you too can revel in the freebie goodness!! :) Ribbons, brads, Designer Series Papers, stamps galore! Lots to choose from... and I can't wait to see what you choose :)

And now a card for you :) This isn't featuring SAB items, however... if you purchase all that is needed for this card, you will qualify for a SAB Freebie!! :) This card features the mirror/reflection technique. I will be working on a pictorial tutorial for the blog this week.

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Old Olive, Basic Black, Whisper White
Stamps: Lovely As A Tree
Ink: Marina Mist, Old Olive, Jet Black Stazon
Accessories: Framed Tulip Textured Embossing Folder for the Big Shot, sponges or daubers, window sheet/acetate/stamp-a-ma-jig imaging sheet

If you purchase ONLY the stamp set, a pkg each of whisper white, basic black, and old olive cardstock, your total before shipping and taxes will be 60.20, which qualifies you for a reward from the SAB mini FREE!!! If you purchase EVERYTHING you need to make this card (and many many many more cards or scrapbook pages!) plus a white gel pen, your total will be 120.85 earning you TWO SAB freebies!!! :) Of course, you can choose to purchase anything your heart desires to earn your freebies, this is just one suggestion :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Sale-A-Bration sneak peek!

2012-01-18T08:00:00.000-05:00

I was blog surfing the other day, and I went back to my friend Corinne's blog... she's an amazing stamper!! Anyway, I saw this card box she made, and thought it was a great idea for a card! So I case'd it! Ok, so I didn't do it exactly, but I did use hers as an inspiration point :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Soft Suede, Pear Pizzaz, Calypso Coral
DSP: Everyday Enchantment (SAB)
Accessories: Edge embossing folders (Occasions Mini), 5 petal punch, paper snips, Everyday Enchantment Brad bundle (SAB)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Things are gonna change!

2012-01-16T17:07:00.000-05:00

Things are going to change around here... I recently read an article about blogging, and bascially it is saying "don't beat yourself up" and "it's ok to not post every day!" So I'm not going to make big promises, or post every day... I will aim for a couple of posts a week! :)

In the meantime... I'm offering a new class "Christmas Through the Year!" Getting our Christmas cards done 4 at a time every month! :) I will still do stamp -a-stacks in Nov/Dec etc... but this will help ease the stress of it come October!! :)

I'll share one with you now... It's unique in that it's PINK!! :) The classes will be the 3rd Monday of every month, and the cost will be 12$. :)

Also, the Occasions Mini is now live!! It's got some amazing things in it... new Framelits, embossing folders, stamps, accessories and more! You've got to check it out! AND Sale-A-Bration is coming, so keep your eyes peeled!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

I'm back!!

2011-10-12T09:01:00.000-04:00

I'm not sure where I went, but I'm back. This week things are crazy with Michael working 72.5 hours between three jobs, me finishing up a two week extra job, and my regular job... yes, the pay cheque at the end of this time will be great... but... in the meantime a lot of other stuff is suffering!!

I have three ladies signed up for the MARKER CLUB!! We need a fourth to get started... is that person YOU!? The cost would be 50$ per month for 4 months (consecutive, or alternating it's up to the clubbers!), plus shipping and taxes. You'll learn a new technique to use your markers every month. You will get the minimum hostess rewards of $35 for ANYTHING YOU WANT!!! Plus, you will get the case for the markers and at least one set of markers on your turn as hostess, and the months you are not the hostess, you will still get your marker family, plus anything else you need :) It's WIN WIN!!! Let me know when you'd like to start :)

So... there's card club tomorrow night. We'll be making a Christmas card, and a Fall themed card. Start building your enthusiasm for the Christmas Card class coming up in a few weeks time! :) The card pictured below is a sample of one of our cards for tomorrow night :)

Have a happy day!
See ya! :)

Tool Time Tuesday - Mat Pack!

2011-08-30T10:26:00.000-04:00

Good morning!! Sorry for missing yesterday's posting, the day started out with the internet being 'out' on our street, to getting extremely busy!

So I'm back, and it's Tool Time Tuesday! This wasn't a suggestion by someone on the Facebook Page contest for your favourite tool. However, it is one tool I have sold a lot of, and use frequently!!

Punch holes and set eyelets on a mat to protect your tabletops. With the Mat Pack, you'll set eyelets and create beautiful pierced designs in card stock or projects without harming your stamping surface. Mat, paper-piercing pad, and paper-piercing template are each are 4" x 4".

I don't use eyelets that often, and we don't even sell them anymore... but I know lots of you have them in your stashes! I use mine for paper piercing, a LOT! I use it to put holes in projects to insert brads easier. I love how the template lets me pierce holes with precision, and symmetry! Now all my brads and eyelets, and faux stitching line up wonderfully!! :) It's a tool I would not be without in my paper crafting world :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Hobby Horse Stitched Stocking

2011-08-26T08:00:00.001-04:00

With a tip of the hat to Jackie T. for inspiring this great idea!! I'm not one to see a different idea with a punch, but when I saw the Stitched Stocking stamp set and the stocking punch turned upside down, WOW!!!! How cool was that?! :)

This would be great for a baby card, a little boys birthday, or a vintage style card too :)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Stitched Stocking (upcoming Holiday Mini)
Cardstock: Not Quite Navy, Soft Suede, Early Esspresso, Very Vanilla, Whisper White
Ink: Not Quite Navy, So Saffron (marker for mane), Crumb Cake, Basic Black
Accessories: Stocking punch, gold brad, chocolate chip polyester twill ribbon(sadly, retired), square lattice embossing fold for the Big Shot

I just love this guy!! I can't wait to make more for craft shows and baby cards! :)

Just a reminder that the Summer Mini is coming to a close this month, and the 1.25inch ribbon share, and DSP special are also closing this month!

Sign ups for clubs are happening as well :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Stitched Stocking with Faux Flocking

2011-08-25T14:47:00.001-04:00

Good afternoon!! Ha ha ha, I totally didn't intend for that blog post title to rhyme! But it does, so we'll just move on :) According to my friend, Lynn, it's less than 4 months till Christmas now! Yikes, better get a move on for the Craft Shows, and Christmas cards to be sent out :)

This stamp set and punch are from the upcoming Holiday Mini! Gotta love 'em!!:)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Stitched Stocking (from Holiday Mini), Christmas Greetings
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White
Accessories: Cherry Cobbler/White bakers twine, stocking punch, dots embossing folder, paper snips (for flocking), stampin' dimensionals, paper piercer

Here's a close up photo of the faux flocking. I loved flocking, but it retired. So one day I was distressing the edges of my paper and I was getting this fine 'snow' like stuff piling up on my work surface. So I put it to use! Today I did it on purpose :) It just adds that little 'pop' to a stocking, don't ya think?

STEPS FOR FAUX FLOCKING
1. Select a scrap piece of cardstock, in this case, Whisper White
2. Using the back of your paper snips just rub the edge of the cardstock until you get a small pile of paper fluffs.
3. Don't sneeze, or you'll have to begin again ;)
4. Use a thin layer of Mono Multi glue where you want to adhere your faux flocking.
5. Dip your sticky item into the flocking and adjust as necessary, or pinch up a little bit and drop it on, whatever suits your needs/project.

Now you have some faux flocked stockings! The possibilities are endless... various browns will get you a dirt or sandy look, you can faux flock some flowers to add dimension or pollen! I'd love to see what YOU do with faux flocking! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

A Couple of Classes :)

2011-08-24T21:06:00.000-04:00

CARD CLUB

Date: THURSDAY September 1st
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $8

We'll be making 2 cards again this season... Autumn themed! We'll be using some stamps from the new Idea Book & Catalogue. We'll be making the Sunflower Card plus one other Fall themed card :)

Please bring a basic tool kit to class - sharp/pointy scissors, wet/dry adhesive, and paper trimmer.

FABULOUS FUN FOLDS - ENCORE!

Date: Saturday, September 10th
Time: 2-5pm
Cost: 15$
Description: The first class was a huge success, and some ladies wanted to attend but could not due to scheduling, so I am having an encore performance! We'll be making the dresser, a never ending fold, a tri fold card, and one simple card to relax our brains after all the folding!

Please bring a paper trimmer and sharp pointy scissors to class, as well as wet and dry adhesives!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Tool Time Tuesday - Stampin' Scrub!

2011-08-23T08:00:00.000-04:00

I thought I would take some of the 'favourite tools' from the facebook fan page contest, and feature them on Tool Tuesday!

April H. said this " I would have to say my stampin' scrub because I loathe when my stamps get dirty LOL. I love being able to clean them super fast and super well. I might be a geek ;)"

Stampin' Scrub102642 $20.95
Stampin' Scrub Refill Pads 101230 $12.25
Stampin' Mist 102394 $5.50
All can be purchased in my online store!

I had to laugh out loud, because I too can be geeky about cleaning my stamps! The Stampin' Scrub is amazing for getting into the nooks and crannies and detailed parts of your rubber stamps. The scrub pads have a nap to them, so they get into those grooves and get the ink out. The Stampin' Scrub is easily cleaned as well. Depending on how often you stamp, will dictate how often you will have to clean your scrubbing pads. I do it on an 'as needed basis'... as in, it needs washing as my stamps are not coming out clean! :) You can just pop the pads right out of the scrubber case and wash them with a gentle hand soap in the sink, and let them dry over night. Do NOT, I repeat, DO NOT use the heat gun to speed dry your scrubbing pads.... don't ask ;) You can speed it up with a hair dryer as it doens't get nearly as hot as the heat tool. ahem.

To use your Stampin' Scrub, just spray it with some Stampin' Mist on the side labeled "wet" (it has raindrops on it!), rub your inked up stamp on it, and the mist will suds up just a bit. Then rub it on the dry said (it has an umbrella marked on it!). VOILA! You are done :) I like to clean all over the pads so as to not wear them out in one spot.

I LOVE my Stampin' Scrub! It makes cleaning your stamps easy peasy, and the Stampin' Mist also conditions the rubber to keep it in excellent stamping shape! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Ribbon Share - with a sample!

2011-08-19T08:00:00.007-04:00

So, since I'm offering the fabulous ribbon share for the 1.25 inch striped grosgrain ribbon, I thought it would be prudent to share a project using this ribbon! :) I used to find it difficult, with it being so wide... but not so much anymore! It adds such a flair to a card or scrapbook page, or altered project! :)

This is a great masculine birthday card, quick and easy too! :) Please excuse my finger... the lighting was terrible everywhere I took a photo, and so this was the best one! LOL!

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake
Ink: Night of Navy
Stamps: Perfect Punches
Accessories: Big Shot Top Note Die (awesome!), night of navy wide striped grosgrain ribbon, hemp twine

Have a happy day!
See ya! :)

Embossing folders and Stampin' Pastels (aka Chalk!)

2011-08-19T08:00:00.000-04:00

Sorry I was AWOL yesterday. It was a busy day with the kids at VBS, swimming, getting ready to head to the trailer, Piranhas practice that got rained/thundered out, and then capping the day off with a Family Fun Night at the VBS the kids have been at this week! Phew... so I had the picture ready to go, but no time till late to put it up, so I saved it for today :)

I got this embossing folder out of the Summer Mini. When I first saw it in the mini, it had no appeal. I mean NADA. I was not wowed, nor moved to quickly add it to my order! Then I started seeing a few samples that I loved... and then a few more, and then I had to have it. :)

So we did this simple card at the August Card Club. The other card was time consuming, so it was nice to have something easy to go with it! The girls all used different colours... Tempting Turquoise, various pinks, and oranges, and each was beautiful! :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo
Embossing Folder: Flower Garden
Accessories: Stampin' Pastels (chalk) - Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight
Stamps: On Your Birthday (love it!)

Have a happy day!
See ya :)

Decorative Label Punch - Mat tutorial

2011-08-17T08:00:00.003-04:00

This is the completed project. For those who left comments and reminded me that the punch is the DECORATIVE label and NOT Designer Label... THANK YOU!!! :)

The consensus is to do more pictorial tutorials :) So I will work on that:)

These are the materials you will need.
Decorative Label Punch
Paper Snips
2 colours of cardstock

Tombow Mono Multi Glue
Punch 3 Designer Label punches - 2 of the matte colour and one of the focal colour

Cut one of the matte punched pieces in half length wise, from tip to tip. You will need to snip off the points so that they do not show. I do this after I have adhered the two cut pieces to the focal punched piece so as to avoid cutting too much off and losing the look on the front. Adhere to the back of the focal piece.

This is what the front will look like when the two matte pieces are adhered using Mono Multipurpose Glue.

Cut the second matte colour as shown in the photo.

Cut the points off of each cut piece so they do not show on the front. Adhere as shown.

The finished product!! You can see this particular label in use on this sunflower card!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Tool Time Tuesday - Paper Snips!

2011-08-16T08:00:00.001-04:00

I know I said I'd do the tutorial for the matte from yesterday's card... but it's late, the lighting is not very good... so I'll do it later this week, when the natural light abounds :) In the meantime....

I had a little contest on my Facebook Fan Page for favourite tools for paper crafting. Lots of variety that's for sure!!

One of my MUST HAVES for paper crafting are my Paper Snips! Seriously, these scissors are AMAZING!!! I have two pair. One pair is for cutting paper only. It cuts so clean, and sharp, and gets into the little crevices, and makes teeny tiny cuts when you need them too! My second pair is for ribbon only... and seriously, don't cut paper with my ribbon scissors or you will feel the wrath ;) LOL It's a running joke at my classes that you use the right scissors for the right materials :)

I cannot live without these scissors! The price for these bad boys is $14.95, and the item number is 103579. You have not lived until you have used them!!

Don't forget about the ribbon share and the DSP sale!

I will do the tutorial for the designer label punch matte later this week, with good light for picture taking!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Sunflower!

2011-08-15T08:00:00.003-04:00

I love Sunflowers, and have been dying to play with this stamp since I got it a few weeks ago, but was not feeling 'fallish' and that is how I think of sunflowers! Anyway, our good friends Aaron and Ada and their darling children are moving to Barrie next weekend. How sad for us, but happy he has finally found a teaching job!! We'll miss them terribly! We had a going away soiree for them after church this morning,and I was asked to make a card for them.... catch is that it had to be big enough for everyone to sign!! I don't generally make cards that large... but I did it :) I had to go with the biggest envelope in my stash and measure to that.

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight, Very Vanilla
Ink: Cajun Craze, Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight
Stamps: Sunflower, Whimsical Words (retired, SAB from last year!)
DSP: Newsprint
Accessories: Stampin' Write Markers, Designer Label Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

This photo shows the inside. I put some Daffodil Delight cardstock inside, to coordinate,and make it easier to sign! :) Thoughtful, I know ;)

I will show a tutorial tomorrow on how I made the matting for the Designer Label punch! It's fun and easy and adds so much to that punch!

Don't forget about the DSP special going on right now... plus signing up for clubs this fall!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

A Christmas sneak peek!!

2011-08-12T08:00:00.003-04:00

Along with all the ribbons I ordered for the ribbon share... I also ordered some Sneak Peek items from the upcoming Holiday Mini!! Now, while I cannot show you the entire stamp set or tool, I can show you a product of that!! :)

So at last night's Fun Folds Class, which was lots of fun... we wound down with one card that was simple and easy to complete for our foggy brains after all the fun folding and creating! :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Whisper White
Ink: (Stampin' Write Markers) Cherry Cobbler, Pacific Point, Marina Mist, Basic Grey, Tangerine Tango, Jet Black StazOn
Stamps: Snow Much Fun (from upcoming Holiday Mini)
Accessories: Aqua Painter

Sorry that the photo isn't better, but it's late, and no natural light, and probably the light behind from the computer screen wasn't such a good choice... but, did I mention it's late, and I have been cutting ribbon for quite some time now?! ;) LOL! Ok, back to the ribbon....

Have a happy day!
See ya!

The ribbon has arrived!

2011-08-11T21:41:00.000-04:00

The ribbon has arrived :)

I am spending the evening unrolling and cutting this awesome, amazing, fun ribbon into yard lengths! I hope to have it all pkg'd up by the weekend, and ready for posting for those that are far, and for pick up for those who are near... Near... Far... I sound like Grover from Sesame Street! LOL!

Anyway, there are a couple spaces left in the 2nd group if you missed out!

Have a happy day!
See ya! :)

Gate Fold Card - Fun Folds Class

2011-08-10T12:12:00.001-04:00

This is one of the cards we are making tonight at the Fun Folds Class! I LOVE pink and brown... :) I am also loving stamping on DSP! Who knew?! ;)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Pink Pirouette, Very Vanilla, Early Esspresso
Ink: Crumb Cake, Melon Mambo, Always Artichock, Crumb Cake, Pink Pirouette
Stamps: Awash With Flowers, On Your Birthday
DSP: First Edition
Accessories: Decorative Label Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

Don't forget about the August Ribbon Share and DSP special going on right now, as well as the Facebook Fan Page draw!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Preparing!

2011-08-09T16:39:00.002-04:00

I'm up to my eyeballs in fun folds... so no exciting posts today! :) I will probably get to another post tonight, or tomorrow, once I get these darn folds figured out on this one card :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

My Digital Studio Contest!

2011-08-08T15:33:00.001-04:00

SU! announced a new contest today!! I love contests :) I also love My Digital Studio!! I find I use it to get some scrapbooking done... I have yet to print something, but at least my photos are in `books` :) So to speak they are anyway :)

Win big with Stampin' Up!'s My Digital Studio Contest! Try your hand at digital designing using Stampin' Up!'s fabulous My Digital Studio products, and you could win $500 in FREE My Digital Studio downloads! (Finalists will win $125 in downloads.) Winners and finalists will also receive a digital pin for their DBWS site, personal blog, or Facebook page.

The contest is open to all demonstrators and customers who have access to My Digital Studio in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec) and will run from September 1 to October 15. Demonstrators and customers will be judged separately; ten finalists--five customers and five demonstrators--will be chosen by Stampin' Up! judges, and the public will determine six winners--three customers and three demonstrators--via online voting.

Contest information and flyers will be available on MyDigitalStudio.net on September 1, 2011. So get ready to design!

HOW FUN IS THAT!!!???

Call me today to place your order for My Digital Studio, or go online to my business website to place your order and have it shipped directly to you!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Sweets for the Sweet!

2011-08-05T08:00:00.000-04:00

I got this stamp set with my first order of the new catalogue year! It's so much fun to use, summery and whimsical looking. :) So much use for fun cards and scrapbook pages! :)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Sweets for the Sweet, Birthday Greetings
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Tangerine Tango, Daffodil Delight, Chocolate Chip
Cardstock: Whisper White, Tangerine Tango, Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise
Accessories: Silver brads, white taffeta ribbon, Dots Embossing Folder, Stampin' Dimensionals

Don't forget about the 1.25 inch Striped Grosgrain Ribbon Share that is going on right now. Also the Designer Series Paper special on till the end of August!! Also the Facebook Draw is also ongoing!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Bonjour!

2011-08-04T08:00:00.002-04:00

When SU! gave their demonstrators a sneak peek at the new catalogue in June, I knew I just LOVED this stamp set called "My Friend" :) However, I also loved the French version! I just didn't need to own two sets with mostly the same stamps in them. I had posted to a board I belong to, and someone had ordered the French by mistake, so she kindly parted with her French words, and I will purchase the English set today! :)

So last night at card club we used the Bonjour stamp for our card :) The above card was my sample for the class.

SUPPLIES: ALL SU!:
Stamps: My Friend
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla
Ink: Versamark
DSP: Mocha Morning Specialty DSP
Accessories: Heat Tool, Detail Black Embossing powder, basic rhinestone jewel

So when the girls were completing their cards, someone asked for the matching ink of the card, so I got out the Cherry Cobbler ink pad. They inked, and edged, and did some wonderful things their "Bonjour" :) So the card I made last night with the class, I added some Cherry Cobbler sponging. This is what turned out :) I also used a different paper from the Mocha Morning DSP... the black swirls are flocked!! It's soooo pretty!!!

So you can see from these two samples, they are the same layout, change out the paper, add some colour, and you have a new card! What a great way to use DSP!! Don't forget about the DSP Buy 3 Get 1 Free special!!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!!

Tool Time! - Colour Coach

2011-08-03T08:00:00.000-04:00

Last year Stampin' Up! introduced a new Colour Coach. The old Colour Coach was a wheel, the colours were small samples, and the wheel was not compact, even though it was flat. It served its purpose, and served us well. Then SU! introduced the New and Improved Colour Coach!!

The Colour Coach is now 2x4 inch swatches of full colour on the back, with colour combinations on the front. It has a full card for each SU! colour, a quick reference for all the colours in each collection, and blank cards to make your own combinations! It encourages colour combos that I wouldn't normally use, and has become one of my most valuable tools!! Isn't it pretty!? :)

The new Colour Coach is also very versatile, compact, and easy to take with you places. Because of the new style with the removable metal fastener, you can add in the In Colours to the Coach, and remove the old ones when they retire. You can rearrange your Colour Coach according to your own needs. I have mine arranged by Colour Family, while I know others have them by colour, or shade.

The Colour Coach is a valuable resource, available for purchase for only 18.95 (order number 120148). Each of the two In Colour Collections can be added for a cost of 3.25 each (pg 174).

I look forward to assisting you with your purchase of the Colour Coach!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Facebook page!

2011-08-02T14:14:00.000-04:00

I have a Facebook Fanpage. I post things there that don't get posted here, or at different times. I will run contests there that are not happening here... It's a great little community!

So...I'm going to run a contest on the Facebook Page. I'm coming up with some ideas for prizes... 1 free month of card class for the winner, if you are not local I will mail the card kits to you! When the fan page gets to 125 people I will do the draw using random.org. I will do a second contest/draw after we reach 125!! So get sharing with your friends, and family :)

The kit will be reflected on the season... Autumn, Winter, Christmas, or birthday... will be themed. I am MUCH better these days at mailing things out!! The business is blooming, and so am I! :)

Thanks for checkin' out the facebook page :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

A New Ribbon Share and Designer Series Paper Promo!

2011-08-02T12:55:00.001-04:00

WOW!!! I love Stampin' Up!'s Designer Series Papers (DSP). They offer versatility, colour challenges, and fun for any project - cards, scrapbook pages, altered art and more! They coordinate beautifully with all of our cardstock and ink colours as well!

From August 1st - August 31st SU! is offering a great special! Buy 3 packages of DSP and get one free! WHOOHOOO!! What a great way to increase the variety of your paper stash! The card shown here was created by Judy E. at our card club last month. It features the Nautical DSP from the Summer Mini Catalogue. It is one of the many sets of DSP you can choose from!

The July ribbon share was a HUGE success!! Thank you so much to all who participated!! We are now into August, and another ribbon share is ready! :)

Cost: $20.00

Participants: 10

Description: Get 1 yard of each colour of ribbon.

Colours* are: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, Not Quite Navy, Pretty in Pink, Soft Suede, and Wild Wasabi.

*Colours shown in picture are to indicate ribbon style and do not reflect the colours listed.

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Boy Birthday Card

2011-08-02T08:00:00.002-04:00

I find I struggle with boy birthday cards, now that Zachary is getting older. The dump trucks just don't cut it anymore! I can whip up a girly sparkly card in minutes for Julie-Anna who is almost 11, and Sophia who is almost 7, NO PROBLEM... It's almost like 'stump the chump' when it comes to the boys! Sadly, the skateboard stamp retired in June... doesn't mean I won't use it, but it became my go to stamp for the boys of all ages :)

However, if you use just the right colours, you can do a lot with Create A Cupcake and the co-ordinating punch, even for boys :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Old Olive, Real Red,Whisper White, Pacific Point
Designer Paper: Celebrations Scrappin' Kit/DSP pack (retired)
Stamps: Create A Cupcake
Ink: Pacific Point, Tempting Turquoise, Real Red
Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals

See, a fun boyish birthday card :) Bling it up and/or change the colour scheme, and it's fantastic for a girl!! :)

Just a reminder about next weeks FABULOUS FUN FOLDS CLASS!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Wisteria Wonder

2011-08-01T08:00:00.024-04:00

With the release of the new catalogue, came 5 new In Colours! The five new colours are: Wisteria Wonder (a lovely light purple), Island Indigo (a very cool blue), Calypso Coral (reminds me of a cameo brooch), Pool Party (what a fun name! It's a great light blue), and Lucky Limeade (a very fun colour of green).

The card I made here features Wisteria Wonder. I'm so loving this colour, and the Build A Blossom Punch! What does this flower remind you of? If you make a guess, I will send this card along to you, blank, so you can use it yourself! I will close the draw on Friday, August 5th at 8pm! Sorry it's so small!

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Whisper White, Wisteria Wonder, Concord Crush, Lucky Limeade
Ink: Wisteria Wonder, Lucky Limeade, So Saffron
Accessories: Big Shot Dots Embossing Folder, Build a Blossom punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1/2 inch circle punch, sponge

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Fabulous Fun Folds Class!

2011-07-29T08:00:00.004-04:00

So I've been asked to do a fun class, and this is it for August! :) Different kinds of folds for cards are fantastic!! :)

We'll be making the dresser card featured in this blog post, a never ending card, and a mystery fold. I'm also including one simple card to give our brains a break after creating the fun folded ones!

Wednesday, August 10th
7:30 pm
Cost: 15$
Space is limited to 6, and a few spots are already gone! Don't delay, sign up today :)

Don't forget about the RIBBON SHARE that ends this Saturday! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

So it's been a while, and a RIBBON SHARE!

2011-07-28T13:56:00.000-04:00

I lost my mojo for a while... ok, for a long while! But I'm back, I'm motivated, and I'm gonna get on top of things... including posting to the blog :)

I have a Facebook Fan Page now... lots going on there! I post a lot of events, product shares, and ideas there too!

Don't forget about my Business Website, where you can shop online 24/7! There's a fantastic clearance rack, up to date promotions, and more!

The NEW CATALOG is out!! WHOOOOHOOO!!! Lots of great stuff in there this year - new Big Shot dies, embossing folders, stamps, accessories, and 5 new colours!!

There's also the new Summer Mini, with lots of great new stuff in it too :)

So onward and upward!! :)

With the release of the new catalogue, there were a number of new ribbons added to the line up! It's so hard to choose just one! So I'm makin' it easy :) Once a month I am going to host a ribbon share :) This month it is the 1/2 inch scalloped dots grosgrain ribbon. For $15.00 you will get 1 yard of each colour of this fabulous new ribbon! Purchase 2 shares for $28.00. Must have 9 participants, and will open a 2nd block of shares when that is full!

Isn't it pretty!!? :)

The colours are: Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Chocolate Chip, Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink, and Tangerine Tango! Great for Christmas, Fall, Hallowe'en, and everything in between!

Deadline to participate: July 30th, 2011. Payable with cash or cheque only. Call or email with your number of shares, and share this with your friends!!

I will be doing another share next month,so keep your eyes peeled! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Card Club has resumed!

2011-04-01T23:19:00.000-04:00

I've been neglectful of the blog, but posting lots of my facebook fan page!

I just wanted to let you all know that card club has resume! The first Monday of every month at 7:30 we'll be getting together to make 2 cards with envelopes. The cost of the class is 8$. This months theme is Easter/Spring, and below is a sneak peek! Punches, embossing folders, sponging and more! Space is limited to 8, so sign up today!

As well, Stampin' Up! is offering GRAB BAGS!! Amazing deals to be had at the ONLINE STORE! Be sure to check out the clearance rack as well! Place your order directly and have it delivered right to your front door, and be guaranteed to get what you want!! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! If you would rather place your order directly through me, email me by 9pm on April 2nd and I will place my big order then! Payment due upon receipt of merchandise, cash and cheques only for this special!

Item	Description
125873	$6 Grab Bag (containing at least $24 worth of products!)
125874	$12 Grab Bag (containing at least $48 worth of products!)
125875	$18 Grab Bag (containing at least $72 worth of products!)

12 Days of Christmas - Day 4

2010-12-18T22:46:00.000-05:00

Phew, almost missed today's post!! It's been a busy day, bowling with the kids, babysitting the neighbour girl, tidying up, family movie night... wouldn't trade it for the world :)

So, today's card!

This is an oldie but one of my favourite, and most popular cards frm last Christmas! :)

Supplies:
stamps: Mr. Twigster - retired I believe! But he's too cute to put away for good!
ink: Jet Black Stazon, Real Red, Pumpkin pie, a blue for the shadow
cardstock: Whisper White
accessories: aqua painter to make the shadown on the ground, and dazzling diamonds glitter :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

2010-12-17T22:10:00.000-05:00

How time flies! We went to a Young Families Christmas dinner at church tonight. It was a 'specific potluck' in that we all brought something to the turkey dinner. I did the turkey and the gravy, another family brought mashed potatoes and apple pie/ice-cream, another snacks and drinks, another veggies, another stuffing, etc. It was SO good!! The kids had a blast, even without planned activities, they just loved to run and play with each other :) We'll have to do this again for sure!

So... on to today's card! :)

SUPPLIES:
cardstock: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White
ink: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight (for the star)
accessories: ornament punch, dazzling diamonds or rhinestones, I forget! I used both of those and pearls on these cards this year :)

I LOVE this colour combo... Cherry Cobbler is definitely my GO TO colour this Christmas :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

2010-12-16T08:56:00.000-05:00

Back to cards, on day 3!! Hmmm, maybe this should have been a countdown...?! LOL Only 9 more days till Christmas! Today I will double up I think, and share two cards, if you don't mind ;) They are both featuring the Marina Mist cardstock/ink, but the pictures look like it's two different colours! I hate that! LOL For the card on the left, I stamped the clear block D in Marina Mist onto scrap paper first, then stamped onto my card. I then rolled the edges of the clear block in Night of Navy and stamped directly over the Marina Mist. I LOVE how this works, and will be using it more in the future! :) Marina Mist is my new favourite blue!

Supplies:
cardstock: whisper white, marina mist, rich razzleberry, pink pirouette, night of navy
stamps: serene snowflakes, christmas punches, clear block D on the card on the left
ink: night of navy, marina mist, pink pirouette, rich razzleberry
accessories: marina mist ribbon, scalloped circle punch, 1 3/8 circle punch, retired rich razzleberry polka dotted ribbon

Have a happy day!
See ya!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 2

2010-12-15T14:24:00.000-05:00

Another day, another project! :) Today I think I'll show some ornaments that I have made :) These are all for sale, should you decide you want to purchase one or two :)

These were such fun to make!! Stretched my thinking beyond the 'page' for using stuff I have had, but didn't want to use, hoarding is such a problem for me ;) LOL

SUPPLIES:
accessories: Holly Jolly Rub Ons, Very Vanilla Seam Binding, Cherry Cobbler Marker
other: glass ball ornaments, irredescent "Easter Grass"

I didn't order the Cherry Cobbler seam binding, by mistake!! However, I had the vanilla, so I just whipped out my marker and dyed a few feet of it to match the ornaments!! :) It worked like a charm :)

These ornaments are $4.00 each, and there are more to choose from!!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 1

2010-12-14T19:51:00.000-05:00

I took photos of a pile of my Christmas cards, ornaments and projects :) I'm getting back on the blogging ball, and posting one a day until Christmas Eve... so, while that is really only 11 days, I can double up, eh?! :)

I LOVE THIS CARD!! It shines and sparkles more than this photo shows!!

SUPPLIES:
cardstock: Night of Navy, Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler
ink: cherry cobbler
accessories: silver glass glitter from the Holiday Mini, decorative label punch, white organza ribbon, silver shimmer paint, Northern Flurries Embossing Folder for the Big Shot

If you want to order for Christmas, the deadline is Dec 15th... and even that is not a guarantee! If your order does not arrive in time, I will print up a gift certificate for you to give to the crafter you love! :) All gifts ordered this month come GIFT WRAPPED - esp appealing to husbands and out of town gift givers :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

A Start Kit Special!

2010-11-11T14:45:00.002-05:00

This is like nothing you have seen before!!!

WOW!!! 50% off on Stampin' Up! Starter Kits!!

Come and join my team!!! Share what you Love and Love what you do!!

What do you call it when you get over $375 in crafting and business supplies for only $107.50? You can call it an amazing deal, but we’re calling it an amazing opportunity! From November 15-30, you can purchase either our...... Standard or Digital+ Starter Kit. Contact me for more info!!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Another MDS share

2010-10-19T09:54:00.000-04:00

I am so loving the MDS! I feel accomplished when I do up some pages and get them DONE!!! I love paper and scissors and embellishments, and will never give them up, but this is a whole new realm!! :)

We went to the drive in with the children for the first time this past summer. They had such a great time!! I think we'll try it once a summer from here on out! Gotta love all the fun stuff - noodle fights, great snacks, snuggle time, fun movies, and more! :) All this is done in MDS - My Digital Studio. :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Workshop Book - A - Thon!

2010-10-12T15:11:00.001-04:00

Stampin' Up! is hosting a BOOK-A-THON!! They are aiming to book 5000, yes FIVE THOUSAND, workshops TODAY!! You can host your workshop when you like, but you must book today!! When you book your workshop with me, you will recieve a FREE GIFT when you host your workshop! The catch is, you MUST book your workshop TODAY - October 12th!! Call me 905-646-5307 or email me today!

When you host a workshop, it can be live where we create some projects, or a catalogue workshop where yo collect orders and come away with lots of freebies!!! :) If you live afar, we can do an online workshop, and I will share some projects and instructions with you, and send you the supplies to create your projects!

Holy Clearance rack BLITZ!!!

2010-10-05T14:20:00.000-04:00

From October 5–18, Stampin'Up! is adding over two hundred discontinued items, some at up to 80% off to The Clearance Rack!!

Things to know about the Clearance Rack Blitz:

Orders for Clearance Rack items can be placed through my Online Store HERE . Once on my SU! web site click on Shop now ( top right) then on the left side click on Clearance Rack .
Qualifying orders are eligible for hostess benefits/Stampin’ Rewards.
While the Blitz last from October 5–18, some items, depending on availability, may be made available in the Clearance Rack in the future.
All discontinued items are available only while supplies last.
All sales of discontinued items are final.

I am going to place ONE big order from the clearance rack on THURSDAY OCTOBER 7th! Please get your orders in to me ASAP!!!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Another World Card Making Peek!

2010-09-28T21:54:00.000-04:00

We are doing a mandly card, so here's a sneak peek at that :)

I am LOVING the Newsprint DSP! It has such potential! I used it before on this card, if you want to see it in a different 'atmosphere' :) It is fun and fabulous!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

FABULOUS bonus for new demonstrators!

2010-09-27T16:00:00.001-04:00

WOW!!!! I went to a Regional Event held by Stampin' Up! on Saturday!! Lots of great ideas, and business tips!! I got my picture taken with Shelli, and am just waitin' on the ladies to email me all the photos from the day (sadly, I forgot my camera at home... *le sigh*). It was such a fantastic day meeting up with other demonstrators, and doing some great make 'n takes, getting some fabulous swaps back and more! :)

The best thing is this announcement!! First off, you still have time to sign up with the Stylin' Stampers and get this FABULOUS new tote bag absolutely FREE!!! I saw them on Saturday, and WOWZERS!! I wish *I* could get one... they look amazing, and you can be SO organized in them!!! It's the best tote bag I've seen out there yet!!

AND in addition to that... you can get a NEVER BEEN RELEASED (but will be in January with the Occasions Mini) stamp set called EAT CHOCOLATE! I saw so many fabulous samples of this set!! I'll share some here so you can get a glimpse of what awaits you!! You must sign up by October 9th to recieve this amazing chocolately deal!!! :)

Call me at 905-646-5307 or email me or sign up online at my business website. My password for the online independent demonstrator agreement is "Stylin Stamper" without the quotes :)

Now, onto the samples!! They are DELICIOUS!!! :)

I can't wait to hear from you!!!

Hey, don't forget about World Card Making Day this Saturday! 2-5 and 7:30-10! Here's a quick sneak peek at one of our cards for the day :)

Have a happy day!
See ya! :)

Silver Glass Glitter!

2010-09-21T21:59:00.000-04:00

Oh it's so pretty!!! It's not sparkly, but it is oh so shiney! I whipped up this card for my wee Sophia for her birthday last week. I wanted to put it in her lunch bag to surprise her, and she loved it! :) It was simple, but impressive :)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Perfect Punches - clear mount
Cardstock: Whisper White
Ink: Pretty in Pink
Accessories: Silver Glass Glitter (holiday mini), Glue Pen, Wide Oval Punch

I punched out the Wide Oval first, from the front of the little card - I believe it's 2x3 or so, some old retired pre folded cards with envelopes. Anyway, I punched out the oval, and then I carefully lined up the clear mount stamp to stamp inside. Another great reason to LOVE the clear mount stamps! :) I traced the outline of the oval and the little swirl with the glue pen, then sprinkled with the silver glass glitter! Here's a close up of the oval with glitter :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

World Card Making Day!

2010-09-20T22:51:00.000-04:00

Here's the class for World Card Making Day! We'll be making 2 each of these 5 designs - female birthday, male birthday, thinking of you, sympathy and thanks! Lots of fun :)

There are two classes that day as follows:

SATURDAY OCTOBER 2nd, 2010

2-5pm, and 7:30-10pm
The cost of the class is 25$ and pre payment holds your spot! Purchase 60$ from the current catalogues (linked on the right) and the cost of the class is reduced to 10$. :) Come out and get a head start on your card making for upcoming celebrations and events!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Sneak Peek at World Card Making Day!

2010-09-13T21:48:00.000-04:00

So I'm very much on the ball, and have all my samples made for Christmas card classes, World Card Making Day events, and have the coolest box made for the Christmas Tags class!! Just waiting on the order from the Holiday Mini to arrive on Wed, so I can get to making the tags to fill the box up! :)

So here's a sneak peek at one of the cards for World Card Making Day.... We'll be making 2 of each card - thank you, birthday man, birthday woman, sympathy and thinking of you. This is the thank you card :)

Supplies:
Cardstock: Peach Parfait, Early Esspresso, Very Vanilla
Ink: Peach Parfait, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake
Stamps: Perfect Punches
Accessories: Scalloped Oval Punch, Large Wide Oval Punch, 5/8 grosgrain ribbon

I love it!! I love the ruffled ribbon, and the colour combo! I'm not much of an orange person, but this Peach Parfait is growing on me! :D Here's a close up of the ruffled ribbon. So much fun, altho not easily mailable :D

A quick reminder of the Scrapbooking Vendor Faire on Saturday at the Allanburg Community Centre! Admission is only 4$ with 2$ of that going to the Humane Society! I'll post the flyer in a new post in a few mins :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Back to school with MDS!

2010-09-09T16:18:00.002-04:00

Ok, so I realized today that THIS YEAR'S back to school photos are still on Michael's BlackBerry. So I went back to 2009 to do them up instead :) I based my layout on a page done by Heather S. I LOVE using MDS (My Digital Studio), and forget how fun and easy it is! I love how many options I have and how quick and NOT messy it is! :) I love how I get my photos into albums without worry, and even tho I will NEVER give up paper scrapbooking, this is helping me catch up :)

I did some colour matching to get the red from the bean plants behind the kids, and to reflect a little of Zachary's back pack. I love that feature!! The colours are mainly Pacific Point, Early Esspresso, Basic Black, & Whisper White. I used stamps for "first" and fonts on my computer for "day of school 2009" :) Now if I could only remember what happened to Sophia's face at the end of summer, we'd be all set! That's what I get for waiting to scrapbook it :)

So if you are free on September 18th, come on out to the Allanburg Community Centre from 9-3 to check out the scrapbooking vendor faire! I will be there with my booth, and I'll have an MDS video running while I"m there :) Come on out and check it out! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Back to School cards!

2010-09-08T15:07:00.001-04:00

I made Back to School cards again this year. I have been making them for the teachers for the past few years, and decided that I should make them for the children as well! LOL! :) So I did. I made the same for the kids as I did for the teachers, just changed up the writing on the 'chalk board' :)
The teachers liked them, and the kids were happy to have a note from me in their lunches... I was even asked if they were getting a note EVERY day!! LOL! I will have to do this more often!

There is a 'make your own sale' sale happening for my newsletter subscribers! Sign up box is in the top right hand corner, under the header :) Sign up today and get the sale!

SUPPLIES:
Ink:
White Craft Ink (101731)

Cardstock: Real Red (102482)
Basic Black (100082)
Whisper White (100730)
Certainly Celery (105125)
Chocolate Chip (102128)

Accessories: Round Tab Punch (119864)
5 Petal Flower punch - for leaves (119880)
Signo Uniball White Gel Pen (105021)
Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker - for seeds (100071)

Stamping on Cake!!

2010-09-06T20:57:00.000-04:00

Yes, you read that right, stamping on CAKE! Today is my wonderful husband's birthday. We have an anual Labour Day BBQ at my Aunt and Uncle's house, and sometimes Michael's birthday falls on Labour Day :)

Anyway, b/c of the bbq, I said I would bring dessert. So baked up a fabulous, from scratch, chocolate cake. OOOOOhhh it is so good! I got a new recipe for chocolate fudgey filling from my friend Lisa, and it was a HUGE HIT!!! I mean, my cousin's husband thought it was from a local bakery!! WHOOT!

So I learned how to do a crumb coat, and I had a crumb free icing. I then put red shells on the bottom and the top of it. I wrote "Happy 35th Birthday Mike!" on it, but it still looked... well, boring. LOL It's true. It did. So I went down to my crafty studio, and came up with a swirly stamp from Christmas Presentation. I gently pressed the stamp into the icing, which had hardened just enough... and then piped red icing over the impression. SO EASY!!! I plan to do this more!! :)

So here's a photo :)

This was my first attempt at this. My hand was not too steady, and I think I need to adjust the consistency of my icing, or get a different tip. But overall, I am super pleased with how this turned out!! :D It tasted fabulous too :D

There's LOTS of cake here, enough for the children to take a piece to school, and for us to have it again after supper tomorrow night!! Insanity I tell ya... but a nice treat for the kids for the first day back to school!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Classes and Clubs and WORLD CARD MAKING DAY!

2010-09-03T21:27:00.001-04:00

Classes and Clubs!

Upcoming classes and clubs!

HOSTESS CLUB NIGHT!

Monday, September 20th, 7:30pm

There is room for one more. Email or call for details! Please bring basic tool kit (trimmer, fine point scissors, dry adhesive).

Christmas Card class
Monday, September 27th, 7:30

Let's get started early!! Cost is 25$ for 10 cards w/ envelopes. We'll be making 10 cards - 2 each of 5 designs. Spend 60$ in the catalogue, and your class is FREE!

World Card Making Day!
Saturday, October 2nd - 2pm-5pm, AND 7:30-10pm

About World Card Making Day

World Card Making Day is a holiday for card makers around the world to celebrate the creativity of handmade cards and the personal connection that they create between friends and family.

Celebrated the first Saturday in October, World Card Making Day endeavors to bring together card makers around the world at a time that is traditionally the busiest time of year for card- and gift-making.

About World Card Making Day Classes

Cost is 25$ for 10 cards w/ envelopes. We'll be making 10 cards - 2 each of 5 designs. Spend 60$ in the catalogue, and your class is FREE! We will be making an assortment of cards - 2 birthday, thinking of you, thank you, and sympathy. This is not a day long event, it is two classes on the same day!

Sign up now for these classes as space is limited!
Prepayment is required one week prior to class date. If you choose to purchase from the catalogue, 25$ will be credited to your order! :)

Stay tuned for more classes coming in October and November - gift classes and scrapbook classes!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

2010-09-03T15:22:00.000-04:00

Just a cute little note card to share with you. Actually, it's a wee birthday card, whipped up for someone's birthday, whom I cannot remember right now! LOL!

Supplies:
cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Pale Plum (retired)
ink: basic black, Rich Razzleberry, Pretty in Pink, Real Red
Stamps: Crazy for Cupcakes
Accessories: DSP, gold brads

I have a free tutorial for newsletter subscribers, be sure to subscribe today! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Fabulous New Holiday Mini!! Starter Kit Special too!

2010-09-01T09:05:00.001-04:00

The Holiday mini went live today, and there are so many fantastic things in it!! There's fabric, designer papers, ribbons, glittery brads, stamps, punches and more!!

I am placing an order TODAY if you wish to order something to get a head start on those Christmas cards and projects :)

Plus today starts the Starter kit promotion . When you sign up to be a Stampin'Up! Demonstrator during the month of September you will get this amazing tote ( see photo)

If you are interested in joining my Stylin' Stampers team you can always email me or call me if you want to chat about signing up!! Lots of great reasons to sign up - the discount, crafting and making money, making new friends, learning new stuff, and more!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Because I Care

2010-08-13T22:30:00.000-04:00

I am loving this hostess set! It's a level 1 set, and has so much potential for colours, water colouring, and more! Want to add this set to your collection? Host a workshop (now is a good time!) and earn it, or join the Hostess Club that is starting this September and earn it for free as well as other great goodies!

Supplies:
Stamps: Because I Care (hostess level 1)
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Garden Green, Cherry Cobbler
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Early Esspresso, Garden Green, watercolour paper
Designer Series Paper: Newsprint

Oh I love this card! I cased it from someone... I forget who it is, or I'd give credit. I will look and edit later!

Have a happy day!
See ya!

We're back!

2010-08-06T11:25:00.000-04:00

HOSTESS PROMOTION!

We are back from the trailer,and we had such a great time!! It was so relaxing to just hang out and have no commitments :)

I was able to create a few different cards while we were gone, but have yet to photograph them. That's today's project, along with dishes, laundry and swimming :D

So I will be back shortly with a new project to share! :)

In the meantime,there is a great special going on for the month of August!! :)

From July 27 to August 31, Stampin' Up! hostesses can earn an EXTRA $35 to use toward Stampin' Up! products of their choice when they host a workshop totaling $450 or more!
This extra benefit is included along with the standard hostess benefits they receive when they host a workshop. The standard hostess benefits include

A free 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue worth $11.95!
Free stamp sets only available to hostesses (with qualifying orders; select from the products on pages 10-16 of the Idea Book & Catalogue)!
Free Stampin' Up! products of your choice!

Workshop total (before tax and shipping)	Free Stampin' Up! merchandise		Extra, Extra hostess awards	Grand Total
$450 - $459	$45	+	$35	$80
$460 - $524	$50	+	$35	$85
$525 - $589	$60	+	$35	$95
$590 - $654	$70	+	$35	$105

This extra hostess benefit is only being offered for a limited time, so contact me TODAY to schedule a workshop!

WOW!!! Amazing deal!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Wow, it's been a while!

2010-07-23T22:07:00.000-04:00

Good intentions to post daily, and the summer is getting away from me fast! Julie-Anna has been to sleep away camp, we stayed overnight one night wtih my brother, Piranhas swimming is in full swing, soccer too!! It's just crazy. Next week we are away at the trailer, soI hope to get some posts set up to auto post while I'm gone :)

Anyway, I whipped up this MDS creation using a colour combination from the AWESOME AMAZING NEW COLOUR COACH!! :)

SUPPLIES:
ink: basic black
cardstock: baja breeze, soft suede, cherry cobbler
accessories: baja breeze grosgrain ribbon/knot, scallop trim border punch
stamps: favourite things

I love this combo!! I never would have thought of it on my own :) Cherry Cobbler is on my list of top favs of the new colours :D

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Whoa! My 200th post! :)

2010-07-09T22:39:00.000-04:00

Another MDS creation for you. Same sketch as yesterday, but flipped around. I LOVE IT :)

SUPPLIES (All MDS)
cardstock: textured garden green, colour matched blue on the top
designer series paper: Summertime Splendor (MDS only)
accessories: black and white brads, black satin ribbon/knot, oval punch, rounded corner square
stamps: Define Your Life, All Holidays
ink: basic black

Oh I love this!!! :) I used a square punch to make the bottom DSP. I just enlarged the punch, and paper fiilled. Then I wanted the corner of the paper with the orchids. If you double click on the punched image, it will let you drag the paper around until you get the part of the paper you want :)

Tomorrow is a big day, as it's our first swim meet of the summer! Sophia and Zachary have never done a meet before, so this should prove to be fun! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

MDS birthday and the AMAZING new Colour Coach!

2010-07-08T21:27:00.000-04:00

I belong to a group of demonstrators online. They had a Chat and Challenge tonight, which means, chat and try to create something with a sketch someone has created :)

So this is my take. I got my MDS out again, and I forget how much I love it :)

SUPPLIES: (All MDS)
cardstock: Textured Pumpkin Pie, Textured Rich Razzleberry
designer series paper: Tempting Turqoise Script
accessories: brads, modern label punch, grosgrain ribbon
stamps: A Little Birthday Cheer
ink: Basic Black

And now, for the fabulous colour coach!! It's new, it's revised, it's SO AMAZING!!! It's like a paint chip from the home improvement stores! The front is a full colour swatch of the colour in question. On the back are 2 different combos... "Creative Combination" and "Sweet Set" which makes you think outside the box! It also gives you a "Dynamic Duo" which also is amazing!! I cannot get over how awesome this tool is now!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Wedding Shower Card

2010-07-04T22:28:00.001-04:00

So my cousins daughter is getting married in a few weeks. Man, how time flies... I remember when she was born, and babysitting her and her older brother. Now both will be married folk come mid Aug! So there was a bridal shower today. I LOVE the Blissful Bride stamp set!! It's clear, of course :D Anyway, her wedding is all outdoors, and so the colour theme is green and brown. I helped her with the invites a bit, but what a pain that she wanted Kiwi Kiss as the green, and it's retired. She also wanted Early Esspresso as the brown, but it wasn't out yet! LOL! I did find a sheet of Kiwi Kiss for this card, and some old ribbon too :)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Blissful Bride (Summer Mini)
Cardstock: Early Esspresso Texture, Kiwi Kiss, Very Vanilla
Ink: Early Esspresso, Blushing Bride and Poppy Parade (2010-11 In Colours), Jet Black Stazon
Accessories: markers, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, ribbon, paper piercing tool, Vanilla Smooch Spritz, Stampin' Dimensionals, Distressing Tool from the cutter kit

I LOVE how this card turned out!! The ladies at the shower oo'd and aah'd over it :) Always makes me feel good when someone else says thing like that :D

Have a happy day!
See ya!

The NEW IDEA BOOK AND CATALOGUE goes LIVE TODAY!!

2010-07-01T12:30:00.000-04:00

WHOOT!!! I am so excited to share this with you!! :) There is some super amazing new stuff in here!! I am placing my first order on July 5th.

Spend 100$ and get a FREE Idea Book & Catalogue! Applies to online as well as in person orders!
Join my Hostess Club that starts this September, get a free catalogue!! Plus reap all the benefits of being a hostess without doing any of the work! :) WIN WIN!!
Book a workshop between now and September 30th, get a free catalogue, and an additional free class for you and 4 friends for another date!!
Book a workshop in July and get a Free book, a free class for you and 4 friends in August, and set of stamped cards and envelopes from me!

I have some new samples I will be posting over the next few days... can't wait to show you!!! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

Happy Canada Day!

2010-07-01T09:26:00.000-04:00

I know this card is a repeat post of one earlier in June, but I thought it befitting to the day :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Whisper White, Real Red
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red
Stamps: Canada Day Clear Mount
119889 $24.95 wood
120042 $19.95 clear

I sponged the edges of the word block with real red, to make it pop a little, then used Stampin' Dimensionals to pop it off the paper. I was inspired for this card by someone in my Summer Mini swap... I think Kathy Burke or Blair Moch, I forget, and didn't have it handy to reference!

I LOVE this Canada set!!! :)

Have a happy Canada Day!

See ya!

Teacher End of Year Gifts

2010-06-29T21:53:00.000-04:00

I'm back to creating. It's been an insane two weeks, but school is out, work is over for me for the summer, and we have a few days respite before we head into the summer months of busyness with swimming and soccer and more!

We have three wonderful children. They had three fantastic teachers this year. So I made them each a set of 6 cards with envelopes for their year end gift. They all expressed their thanks for them, with two teachers saying they had run out and would use them for special things only! LOL! :) Always good for the heart :)

SUPPLIES:
ink: Regal Rose, Rose Red, Wild Wasabi (returning in colour, new to the core colours! WHOOT!)
cardstock: Whisper White, Rose Red
stamps: Awash with Flowers (2 step stampin'), Because I Care (hostess set, level 1 new catty)
accessories: Purely Pomegranate satin ribbon (it is long retired, but it matched so well, and I am about using up my supplies now!), Dots embossing folder for the Big Shot - simple yet elegant :)

Have a happy day!

See ya!

The Yardsale Goes Online!

2010-06-24T22:29:00.000-04:00

The past several days I have been workingon uploading all my stamps, and more to Kijiji! Lots of stuff to be had... I am willing to sell and ship anywhere, for actual shipping charges!

So let me know if there is something you want, or desperately need! I will be listing ink pads and markers next Thursday when they technically retire :)

So, check out the YARDSALE ONLINE and go shopping! Keep checking back, as things are being added daily! :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

The yardsale continues!

2010-06-19T08:55:00.000-04:00

There's lots of stuff here today!! Stamps, inks, markers, patterend papers, cardstock, toolks, magazines, accessories, etc!! There's about 22 linear feet of stuff to peruse!!! :)

I'm open today until 1:30pm!

After today, I will be listing stamp sets and more on Kijiji! :)

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Because I Care!

2010-06-16T22:22:00.000-04:00

Ok, I do care, but that's not what this is about! LOL!! Because I ordered some new colours and such from the new catalogue preview for Demonstrators (what a perk!!), SU! rewarded us by giving us the Hostess Level 1 set "Because I Care" and I LOVE IT!!! Oh yeah.... I do!! :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Marina Mist, Early Espresso, Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Shimmery White
Ink: Marina Mist, Old Olive
Stamps: Because I Care (hostess level 1)
Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals, white organdy ribbon, corner ticket punch, Aqua Painter

To note: I stamped the floral part of the flower 3 times. I then cut it out, and then cut it out two more times, getting smaller each time. It gives the flower a bit of dimension, which you can't see very well on the photo, but it's WOW in real life! I popped the leaves up a bit to match. I also took the Marina Mist marker and traced around the edges of each flower petal, to add some detail. This set is SO MUCH FUN!!!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Scrapbook Yardsale - THE GREAT PURGE!

2010-06-14T08:59:00.000-04:00

So on Friday night, I sat down and reorganized my markers, taking out all the retiring colours, putting my new marker colours and insert into my marker case. Seeing the words "30 colours are retiring" sounds big... but SEEING all the colours piled up - markers, ink pads, etc.... it looks so much BIGGER!!

But that means there is more for YOU!! More to sell in the yardsale, kijiji, online, and ready for NEW new NEW accessories and colours and stuff!!!

28 ink pads I have to release to new homes. I did keep a few of my favourite colours tho :) LOL

Last night I sat and took my new catalogue out, and went through each and every stamp set I own. I haven't done the 'great purge' of that cupboard in a while it appears!! This picture doesn't even show it all. I have a banana type box that is almost full too!

Time to pass on the beauty to other folks :)

I do hope to create today, but am aiming on getting some class kits by mail put together and mailed out this evening, and doing some more purging today too!! :)

Have a happy day!

See ya!

I have not forgotten!!!

2010-06-11T15:21:00.000-04:00

I have not posted in a few days... I've been busy putting together the Canada Day invites, addressing them, etc. I've been putting the finishing touches on my pkg for Joel and Cheryl... and some other stuff that needs mailing out.

I also cannot find the cord for the camera. How annoying. I have some stuff to share!!

I got my new catty pre-order yesterday, and will make something with it today to share. AND I got my NEW CATTY!!! OH I haven't looked thru it all yet, but WOWZA!!! Lots of great great great new stuff!!!! New layout, more pages, and it's just gorgeous!!!! I can't wait for you all to see it :)

Have a happy day!!

See ya!

Have a Sweet Celebration!

2010-06-07T23:36:00.002-04:00

Zachary had a birthday party to attend yesterday. He insisted that Brooke's favourite colour was blue. I don't know if that is true or not (Amanda, can you enlighten me?! LOL). Anyway, I whipped up this card for her before the party :) The party was ghostbusters themed, and Zman got her a Littlest Pet Shop set... he wanted me to make a pet shop card, but um, I have nothing... so sparkley ice cream it is!!! :D

SUPPLIES:
stamps: Sweet Scoops clear mounts
cardstock: ballet blue, shimmery white
designer series paper: Maine Blueberry (retired)
ink: ballet blue, bashful blue, bordering blue, real red, chocolate chip, night of navy
accessories: polka dot embossing folder, white organza ribbons, markers, scallop trim border punch, stampin' dimensionals

I don't know if she liked the card or not, but I DO!! :D

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Happy Canada Day!

2010-06-04T14:32:00.000-04:00

Yes, you read it right :D I've been busy making our anual Canada Day party invitations :) We have had a bbq for the past 4 years, I think this is the 5th year for it. We invite church friends, school friends, and some neighbours... potluck with the salads and desserts. Then we all head down to Port Dalhousie for the big fireworks display!

I was super excited to see a fantastic CANADA set in the summer mini (linked on the right!). I HAD to have it, and have it I do :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Whisper White, Real Red
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red
Stamps: Canada Day Clear Mount
119889 $24.95 wood
120042 $19.95 clear

I sponged the edges of the word block with real red, to make it pop a little, then used Stampin' Dimensionals to pop it off the paper. I was inspired for this card by someone in my Summer Mini swap... I think Kathy Burke or Blair Moch, I forget, and didn't have it handy to reference!

There may not be a posting tomorow, as we are going to the Americana!! Sophia won it on a radio contest, so we'll be gone till after supper tomorrow evening :) FUN TIMES!!!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Sweet Scoops Hostess Appreciation Invite

2010-06-03T05:16:00.001-04:00

So this is the hostess invite with Sweet Scoops! It was fun to use up my Razzleberry Lemonade papers, and use the In Colours I haven't been using a lot of. I love this stamp set!! I see so much potential with it... it's in the Summer Mini, available till the end of July only!!

Stamps: Sweet Scoops (clear mount)
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Creamy Caramel
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry
Designer Series Paper: Razzleberry Lemonade
Accessories: Big Shot Top Note Die, Rich Razzleberry polka dotted ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals

Don't forget to check out today's update on the Retiring Accessories List to the right, and the Retirement Lists!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Hostess Appreciation

2010-06-02T21:15:00.001-04:00

So in my quest to earn the Disney Trip I have put the effort out to ramp up my business! So I'm hosting an appreciation night :)

Anyway, I made up a bunch of invitations... and thought I would share the pile with you :)

This is the pile of invitations, ready to be enveloped and mailed out :) I used up all my Razzleberry Lemonade paper and the outgoing In Colours as well :)

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Hugs and Wishes, Sweet Scoops
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo
Designer Series Paper: Razzleberry Lemonade
Accessories: Big Shot Top Note Die, Rich Razzleberry and Melon Mambo polka dotted ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals, Modern Label Punch, Wide Oval Punch

Tomorrw I will share a close up of the invite with the Sweet Scoops set :)

Don't forget to check out the accessories list to the right, and the Retirement Lists!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Mini starter kit, Last Chance lists, and more!!

2010-06-01T09:17:00.002-04:00

WOW!!! I have a nasty migraine, but I had to get online to check out the last chance list for retiring stamp sets, accessories, and decor elements! Thankfully, I'm not losing too many stamps, and just some accessories. Please note, the accessorie list 3rd column - REVAMPING!!! So while the list is long at 14 pages, we have to remember that 30 colours retired, so that's a lot of accessories! The colours have been juggled arund a bit, and lots of things are geting a make over!! It appears that all our punches will be going to the NEW STYLE too, FABULOUS!!!!!!

LAST CHANCE STAMPS LIST!
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LAST CHANCE ACCESSORIES LIST!
*please note that accessories are available on an as supplies last basis! I will update daily as supplies diminish!** Don't delay, order today!!* To ensure you get the items you need, place an online order and your stuff will ship directly to you!! I will be placing two orders in June - Sat the 5th, and Wed the 23rd. Please have orders and payments to me by those dates :)

**There is a link to the right that will take you to the updated accessories list so you can check on the status of the things on your wish lists :)

Another quick note you will not want to miss out on!! Several of the retiring items on the Accessories list are ON SALE!! Yes, you heard it here, ON SALE!!! Some are up to 50% OFF!! Amazing deals to be had :)

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LAST CHANCE DEFINITELY DECORATIVE!
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From June 1-30, 2010, you can start your own Stampin’ Up! business for just $119 with the special Mini Starter Kit!
The Mini Starter Kit—valued at over $220—contains the items listed below; while all items are recommended, you can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value.

Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount)
I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount)
Clear-Mount Block C
Homemade single stamp*
Whisper White card stock (8-1/2” x 11”)
Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2” x 11”)*
Melon Mambo Classic Stampin’ Pad
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad*
Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad
Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin’ Pad
Basic Black 1/8” taffeta ribbon*
Color Coach*
SNAIL Adhesive

*Sneak peek items!
The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the standard Starter Kit. Plus, new demonstrator who join Stampin’ Up! in June, you will receive a free box of 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalogues during the first part of July!
Contact me today to get started!

Last Chance List arriving tomorrow!!

2010-05-31T12:32:00.000-04:00

Keep your eyes peeled!! The last chance retirment list is coming tomorrow!! I have cards to share today, for my hostess appreciation night :) Just gotta get outside and photograph and upload. I will do that later today.

Just wanted to remind NOW about the reitrment list :)

Have a happy day!
See ya!

I'm lovin' the MDS!

2010-05-28T22:22:00.000-04:00

I am loving the ease of this program! I'm loving the fast pace (when I want it to be!) of getting pages and things completed! :) It's amazing!!

Oh, there is still so much more it can do, and I'm learning, and taking some webinars to learn more, and get CERTIFIED!! YIPPEE!!

So this is Sophia's birthday... she was five. Her birthday is in September ;) LOL I made her cake. I don't think I'll be making Dora again. Perhaps I shall sell the pan, to buy more digital downloads! LOL!

SUPPLIES:
I colour matched the background cs to the Dora cake icing!
Stamps: Enjoy Every Moment, Schoolbook Serif Numbers, Happy Birthday kit
Paper: Pixie Pink cs, Happy Birthday kit
accessories: drop shadowing, corner punch

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Guest Poster - Micheal Beaudry!

2010-05-26T23:17:00.001-04:00

My crazy wife made me do this while we were stuck in traffic on the I90 on our way home from Syracuse. I had gone to the Stryper concert in T.O.'s at the Reverb on Sept 27. The concert was absolutly awesome and my crazy wife loves me so much that she got me back stage passes to meet the band.

**I'm not crazy! ;) I do think Michael would LOVE to see some comment love for his efforts tho... he's mighty proud of his first attempts at scrapbooking! :)

Happy Victoria Day! :)

2010-05-24T17:10:00.001-04:00

o it's Victoria Day, and we often spend it here in Ottawa. So I thought, how fitting to share a page of our trip to Ottawa last year :) MDS of course... oh how I'm lovin' it!!!

SUPPLIES:
My Digital Studio software
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Filigree silver brad, Rich Razzleberry grosgrain ribbon, Rich Razzleberry brads
Stamps: Schoolbook Serif Alphabet, Schoolbook Serif Numbers
NOTE: I used a custom background paper, inserted a picture from our trip, and set the opacity to about 30%, LOVE IT!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

More MDS

2010-05-21T17:54:00.001-04:00

I saw this great card in a Scrapbooks Etc magazine, so I revamped it in MDS for Sophia's 5th birthday. It was last September. That's her with her teacher :)

Supplies:
cardstock: textured tempting turquoise, bashful blue, night of navy, not quite navy, whisper white

Patterned Paper: I forget, sorry!

Stamps: Vintage Overlay brush
Accessories: scallop trip border punch, button latte, write stuff II flower

ALL MDS!

BLOG CANDY WINNNER!

2010-05-19T22:44:00.001-04:00

So I had to draw for a new winner for my 5000 hits blog candy winner. Random.org drew a number, 26, and it was an annonymous comment... drew another, and it was number 29, and that's TERRIAVIDREADER (IN USA). Terri, can you email me asap with your mailing info so I can get your kit out to you!? :) THANKS!!!

If I don't hear from the winner by Sunday morning at 9am, I will draw another winner Sunday night!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

40th Anniversary card - smooched pansy!

2010-05-19T22:37:00.000-04:00

My neighbours from the neighbourhood I grew up in celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this past Sunday. Shout out to Jim and Sylvia for reaching such a milestone!! A fantastic accomplishment for sure!! Their children threw them a huge party on Sunday afternoon - more food than we could all eat, music, lots of pictures from the past 40 years, and visiting with friends and neighbours we had not seen in a very long time!

So before we went, I created them this simple yet elegant anniversary card.

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Shimmery White
Ink: Night of Navy, Summer Sun
Stamps: Medallian (background stamp), Well Scripted (yes, from the Occassions Mini, but I love it, and hope it makes it to the new catalogue in July!)
Accessories: White Taffeta Ribbon, Vanilla Smooch Spritz (on pansy, ribbon, and 'congratulations'), silver brad, Stampin' Dimensionals

I so LOVE how it turned out!! The Smooch Spritz was just the thing to take it up a level!

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Fabulous purses! (Top Note Die)

2010-05-18T09:11:00.000-04:00

At Christmas time I was making these fantastic purses to sell at local vendor fairs/craft shows. I also started making them as the projects for girls birthday parties! :) What a hit!

I recently had an order for two purses, and one was specifically asked to include turquoise and pink. Island Oasis paper is just the fit for that! So I made one... the other purse just had to be pink and girly, so I had one of those on hand already, but thought I would share it here too :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Tempting Turquoise, Old Olive (for the circle behind the cut flower 'clasp')
Designer Series Paper: Island Oasis (from the Summer Mini - link to the right)
Accessories: Rich Regals eyelets, white taffeta ribbon, Big Shot Top Note Die, Scallop Circle Die, Scallop Circle 2 die, Stampin' Dimensionals
Other: velcro

Here's the two purses together.

Have a happy day!

See ya!

Top Ten Reasons I love being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator

2010-05-17T15:19:00.002-04:00

Why I love being a demonstrator: (in no particular order!)

I get to set my own hours
I work from home
I have made some awesome new friends - other demonstrators and new clients
I have learned that I can be creative!
The discount is fabulous
The incentives are great!
I get to make money doing what I love
I get to share my love with people around me
Did I mention the great discount?! :)
It gets me out of the house to socialize, and have fun! (what job does that?!)

The starter kit is only 269.00 and includes the following:

2 packagees 8.5x11 assorted colours of cardstock
1 package of Whisper White or Very Vanilla 8.5x11 cardstock
5 stamp sets of your choosing (specific values)
5 classic ink pads in your choice of colours (choose all colours that are continuing!)
1 Versamark ink pad
Stampin' Scrub and Stampin' Mist
1 Snail adhesive
1 pkg of 3 Blender Pens
Stampin' Pastels
1 standard wheel handle, wheel, and ink cartridge
1 decor elements and applicator
1 box of 8 Idea Book & Catalogues
1 pkg of order forms
mini catalogues and other business supplies you will need to get started!

That's a value of more than $430.00!!! WOW!

As an added incenstive, if you sign up before May 31st, you get TWO Fabulous WORKSHOP WOW/TECHNIQUE DVDS FREE!!! That's a 53.95 value! There's not better way to get started then with tips, techniques, wow projects and more from other demonstrators, and the staff at the Stampin' Up! home office! I have been to two of these regional events and the stuff you learn is amazing!!

So don't delay!! I look forward to hearing from you and assisting you in getting started in your business!!

See ya!

5000 hits - blog candy WINNER!

2010-05-16T00:00:00.000-04:00

And the winner of the blog candy is.... Lorna May! Thanks to everyone who checks out the blog, became followers, and sends the comment love!! :) Below is a screen shot of random.org :) Ok, I can't figure out how to get a screen shot, so you'll just have to trust me :)

Lorna, please email me with your mailing information so I can get your Tropical Party mini scrapbook kit out to you!
If I don't hear from Lorna by Tuesday, May 18th at 5pm EST, I will draw another winner.

Check out THIS POST for information on the Class and Class Kit by Mail! There is still time to sign up,and I will be doing kits by mail until I run out of product! :)

See ya!

Holy Cow!!

2010-05-15T17:31:00.000-04:00

When I first posted my contest to get to 5000 posts, I figured it might be the end of May, or even into June before I got to that point.

Today, right now, we are FIVE POSTS AWAY FROM A WINNER!!! WHOOOOT! I guess I'll be random.orging tonight :D - OK, edited to say that when I started writing this post, we were at 4995, and now we are ove 5000!

How exciting!! I was featured on the Crafty Storage blog yesterday, and I guess it has driven a lot of traffic to my blog! YAY FOR TRAFFIC! :D

So, I'm so excited!! I'll have to start thinking of another contest to move us forward, and this has totally inspired me to get some more crafting done myself!! :D

Ok, here's another MDS project I'm sharing. It's a card. I might recreate this tonight with paper too :)
SUPPLIES:
My Digital Studio
Cardstock: Basic Black
ink: basic black
Designer Papers: Night of Navy, Basic Grey - Script, blooms, and another pattern I can't remember! LOL!
Stamps: Enjoy Every Moment

I love that I can change the opacity on my papers, and they get a vellum like look :)

See ya - shortly, I'll do the draw later tonight, after kids go to bed :D

An MDS Creation

2010-05-14T05:00:00.000-04:00

Ok, it's been over 6 months since JA turned nine. It's about time I did something with the photos!! :D I've decided that at least once a week, one of my shared creations should be digital. Afterall, what good is the software (which is AMAZING and can be shared between two computers! YAY for Stampin' Up!) if you don't use it?! :)

I should be able to share the supplies I used, but I can't. LOL! I was browsing so much and just pickin' through all the selections. I did use a preset layout, which was new for me. I was able to whip up this page lickity split!! JA's favourite colour is blue, so naturally, I used blue :) I made the cake from scratch thanks to Bernadette sharing her secret recipe! I carved and iced, and it tasted yummy and looked fun!! We had an UNsleepover... well, 3 girls stayed the night... the rest came in jammies, with pillows and stuffies. We watched a movie, played musical pillows, ate pizza, veggies/dip, and cake! It was so much fun!!!

Remember, a little comment love will get you more entries as we zip along towards 5000 hits!! :) Become a follower, post/facebook/tweet about the blog candy giveaway and earn extra entries!! :) Don't forget to let me know :)

See ya!!

Butterfly Pansy!

2010-05-13T12:34:00.002-04:00

Oh I am LOVING this new technique. The results are amazing, and it's not a tonne of work for a gorgeous result!! I have seen these all over the internet, and so put my hand to it this morning before work. Most samples I have seen use Eggplant Envy, but I don't have that colour reinker (I do however, happen to own THREE Night of Navy reinkers! LOL). So I went searching the net for other colours of pansy.

This pansy is called the "cheeky faced blue pansy" and it fit right in with the reinker colours I have!! So this is what inspired the pansy card below:

SUPPLIES:
cardstock: Night of Navy, Shimmery White, Summer Sun
ink: night of navy, summer sun (reinkers and markers)
stamps: Well Scripted (from Occassions Mini, now out of print, but hopefully it makes it to the new catty!)
accessories: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Butterfly Punch, Wide Oval Punch, White taffeta ribbon** (it's there, dyed Night of Navy!!), silver brad, Manhattan Floral embossing folder, aqua painter

**So I wanted to add a bit of 'pizzaz" to my card, and I have the awesome new white taffeta ribbon. It didn't show up against the shimmery white paper. What's a girl to do?! Dye it!! I started using the rinker, but I didn't have a container to put it in, so I whipped out the Night of Navy marker and coloured it. Turned out FANTASTIC!! Once the ribbon was dry, there was no ink transfer, now, if it gets wet, it's anybody's game, so we'll just keep our cards and scrapbook pages dry now :) LOL What a great way to get the ribbon of your choice of colour for ANY project you are working on!!!

Enjoy the day, and don't forget about the contest - a little comment love gets you another entry in the contest! :)

See ya!

Blog Candy!

2010-05-12T14:44:00.001-04:00

I recently had to reset my stat counter for some reason. No, not reset, I had to reinstall. I lost my counts. Oh well, such is life.

I have made a few decisions in the past few days. One is that I'm going to post something EVERY DAY (but maybe not always on Sat and/or Sun). It makes me create more. Sometimes it may not be creative, like today, so far. Sometimes it may be a SU! announcement, or special or something. But I'm trying to draw traffic to my blog, and therefore increasing my business :) You see, there's an incentive trip to the HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH!! So it's my motivator. Starting now :)

So, back to blog candy, and my stat counter. I see that I'm zipping along, heading quickly towards 5000 hits! I know, a drop in a pond compared to some, but it's my pond, my drop! :D So... for comments left between May 1 - until I reach 5000 hits will be entered into a draw for... one free Class By Mail Tropical Party scrapbook kit! Every comment you make* (one per blog post, you can go back and comment if you like!) will increase your chances of winning! When the stat counter reaches 5000, I will use random.org to choose a winner :) Earn extra entries by blogging about any of my creations from May 1 onward, posting on facebook, and becoming a follower. You'll have to put in seperate comments when you do each of those things. Yes, you can blog/facebook more than once about my creations, just link back to my blog in your post and put it in your comments :) Phew... I can't wait for all the commenting to begin!!! :)

* I have made changes to the commenting section, so you should have no problems now! :)

See ya!

Carry Over Items!

2010-05-12T11:39:00.000-04:00

Lots of items have been carried over from the Holiday Mini and the Occasions Mini! YAHOO!! Some seriously fun stuff :) Check out the flyer below to see images and names of what has carried over :)

Carry Over 2

See ya!

SCRAPBOOK YARDSALE! and Punch Your Lights Out Night

2010-05-11T09:44:00.000-04:00

Punch Your Lights Out Night! JUN 9 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM (Eastern) THURSDAY June 9th!! PUNCH YOUR LIGHTS OUT NIGHT!!! A new service I am offering. For 5$, you can come over to my home, and punch to your hearts content using my punches, big shot, and scraps of cardstock and designer series papers! I have LOTS of scraps! I will provide one ziplock baggie for your treasures. I will be offering this service again in June when I will have retiring colours to use up! :) We'll start at 7:30pm, drop in style. Please let me know if you are coming, so I can be listening for you at the door :)

Scrapbook Yardsale! JUN 18 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Eastern)
Who has a stash of stuff they have had good intentions for, but not used?! Me! I know I'm not alone, so let's turn our old into something new!! I'm hosting a Scrapbook Yardsale! Feel free to participate by bringing your unused items to my house to sell (email me for a form for listing your items), and whatever is sold you will get a credit to use in the Stampin' Up! cataogues. The new catty comes out July 1st, so you'll have lots of new product to choose from! If you cannot bear to part with any of your stash, feel free to drop in an shop! Lots of stuff to be had - stamps, stickers, kits, embellishments, tools, etc!
Friday June 18th 2pm - pm
Saturday June 19th 8:30am - 1:00pm

Sweet Scoops!

2010-05-11T09:15:00.000-04:00

Sweet Scoops is a fantastic set in the new Summer Mini (link to the right). Lots of potential for birthday cards, cheer you up cards, and just for fun ones too! Not to mention the scrappy potential for all those fun in the sun summer pages!

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Tempting Turquose textured, Old Olive, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie
Designer Series Paper: Island Oasis
Stamps: Sweet Scoops
Ink: Melan Mambo, Real Red, Old Olive
Accessories: Ornament Punch (sundae bowl), white taffeta ribbon, corner rounder punch, stampin' dimensionals

See ya!

Toilet paper tubes, not just for kindergarten anymore!

2010-05-10T12:44:00.001-04:00

This neat little scrapbook is made from toilet paper tubes! Seriously! :)
SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Crushed Curry, Tangerine Tango, Bermuda Bay, Melan Mambo
Accessories: Round Tab Punch, Island Oasis Designer Series paper, Melan Mambo polka dot gros grain ribbon, jumbo eyelets, Stampin' Dimensionals
Stamps: Tropical Party
Ink: Old Olive, Melan Mambo, Tangerine Tango, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Close to Cocoa

All supplies available in the Summer Mini and 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalogue!

I will be offering this as a class kit by mail! The price will be 12$ and will include (but not limited to) all of the following:

designer series papers cut to size
2 lengths of ribbon
jumbo grommets
instructions

Please email me to sign up for your class kit!

I will also be doing this as a class! For 25$ you will complete the project, which includes a full package (minus what you use in class) of Island Oasis Designer Series Paper! The class will be on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2nd, 7:30-9:30pm. PRE-PAYMENT is required by May 18th to ensure our supplies have arrived in time for the class.

See ya!

Stay tuned!

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Stay tuned for a cool, RECYCLABLE mini scrapbook coming later today (Monday). I am waiting for daylight to take photos!! I'll give you a couple hints... it uses something you use every day, and SU! wise, it's very summery :)

Again with the Cottage Wall :)

2010-05-08T05:00:00.001-04:00

More pictures from our Tulip Festival trip last Spring! :) Love that Cottage Wall paper... wish it wasn't gonna go the way of the dodo bird come June 30!! :) These pictures are of Sophia in her Easter dress. It has a bit of crinolin, and lots of material for spinning!! What 4.5 year old little girl doesn't love a spinny dress?!? And the flowers matched the tulips, and all matched Rich Razzleberry paper, which of course is a primary colour in Cottage Wall DSP :)

SUPPLIES:
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Pale Plum, Certainly Celery
Designer Paper: Cottage Wall (what else?! LOL)
Stamps: Rough Type alphabet from the Summer Mini
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Styled silver hodgepodge hardware, label punch, celery grosgrain ribbon, circle scissors plus

May is National Scrapbooking Month!

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And of course, there is a promotion :) FREE DESIGNER BRADS! I have a few sets of these, and love them!! Just wish I wasn't such a hoarder of them too! LOL! :) A goal this year is to USE USE USE my stuff!! So far so good... wait for tomorow's post of a scrapbook page for some hardware useage :)

Anyway, back to the special!
During National Scrapbooking Month, May 1-31, get a FREE package of Designer brads with the purchase of My Digital Studio™ (item 118108) or any of these stamp sets shown in the flyer below.

Choose from Floral, Filigree, Circle or Star brads, a value of at $8.50! (plus saving shipping and taxes on that too!)

What a fun deal!!
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See ya!

Storage of clear mount alphas!

2010-05-07T11:34:00.001-04:00

So I got Rough Type, from the Summer Mini catalogue. I've even used it already, on a scrapbook page! LOVE IT! However, as I was looking at putting it together, I wondered how I was going to keep the clear mount alphabet in some kind of order. With the wood mount alphas, you have a stamp case with slots in it to keep them from getting jumbled. All my wood mounted alphas are in neat tidy rows in their cases, in alphabetical order. I can't stand searching thru a jumble of stamps to find the letters I need, or to see if any are missing! So I pondered and started putting the labels on my foam. Then it came to me... keep the rubber 'matrix' that is usually tossed into the garbage! See the photos for how I will be storing my clear alphas :)

Here is the new stamp set, I was giddy with excitement when it arrived!! :)

And here it is opened, and ready to be put together :) LOVE that everything is die cut in the mini!

...and so I set about putting the label stickers on the foam of these awesome stamps. When I came up with this brilliance! :)

Do you see what I've done? I saved the 'matrix' of the stamps, you know, the outline of what was leftover! I put my labeled stamps back into the slots they came out of, and now the label shows through. So now I will be able to tell where the letters are, even tho they aren't quite in alphabetical order they are easy enough to find, and I will be able to tell if any letters or the big circle are missing. *AND* they won't fly all over when I open the case to get them out!! :) Genious I tell ya! :) I'm sure someone else has already thought of that tho! LOL!

I'm giving away some blog candy!! Check out THIS POST for details... a little comment love will get you entries into the draw :)

See ya!

A summer mini Video!

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I am just LOVING the Summer Mini!! WHOA BABY! It's got lots of potential... Stampin' Up! put up a great video for all you to see a glimpse of what is in the mini, and how others have used it :)

So... all these things are so tempting, and so diverse, and so much fun!! Call me today to book your workshop, email me to place an order, or go to my Stampin' Up! Business Website to place an online order that will ship directly to you!! With online orders you can also earn hostess benefits, and check out the clearance rack! :)

Have a fabulous day! :)

More Cottage Wall DSP :)

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I told you I love this paper!! :)

One of the perks, of the many many perks, of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is the awesome magazine we get each month. It's full of ideas for business and creativity!! There was a scrapbook page that I really liked in there, so I decided to take some of the elements of it that I loved, and put them to my own pictures :) This is what I came out with, and I love it!! :)

The pictures are from our trip to Ottawa and the tulip festival last year. Yeah, I'm in no way current with my scrapping! :)

I also did a patterned paper card front swap. One of the participants put some sticky strip on striped DSP and added glitter. It was fabulous! So I have done something similar here. I used a glue pen and stickified the patterns on the punched flowers and the strip of patterned paper between the photos, then added Dazzling Diamonds glitter! It is so sparkly in real life!

SUPPLIES:Cardstock: Night of Navy, Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White
DSP: Cottage Wall (did I mention how much I love this paper?! LOL)
Accessories: Large Flower Punch, 3/4 circle punch, Scalloped Trim border punch (from the SAB mini, but will be available in the new Idea Book & Catalogue in July!), Dazzling Diamonds glitter
Ink: Night of Navy stampin' write marker

Ornament Punch Flower card

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I have been seeing these around, and I have had my friend Lynn's punch since around Christmas time. It was time to use it, and make something fun!! This is also the project I did with the fabulous hostess club I have right now :) Ladies, those who didn't make it out, you missed a fabulously fun project! :)

SUPPLIES:

Cardstock: Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry
Ink: Rick Razzleberry
Accessories: Modern Label Punch, Ornament Punch, 3/4 inch circle punch, dazzling diamonds glitter, sponge daubers (for the edges of the Cottage Wall DSP)
Designer Series Paper: Cottage Wall (I love *LOVE* this paper!)

The Summer Mini is here!

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I'm getting my pre-order on Monday, so I hope to have a project to share with you by Monday evening orTuesday morning! Lots of fantastic things in the mini!!! Wedding, masculine papers, clear stamps, ribbons, papers, accessories and more!!

Click the download below to see your copy of the mini!!

Two Step Into Spring!!

2010-04-29T08:46:00.001-04:00

This promotion ends tomorrow!! I am placing an order, so let me know which stamps you want!! Awash with Flowers has amazing potential for beautiful Mother's Day cards!!! :) Not to mention birthday, thank you, thinking of you, sympathy, just because and more!! It's a sneak peek from the new catalogue in July, and won't be available again until July 1st!! Order now, don't delay!! Check out my Stampin' Up! site for online ordering, 24/7, shipped right to your door!

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Update on Joel!!

2010-04-24T13:51:00.000-04:00

To summarize... Joel and his Mom, Cheryl, got a weekend pass!!! They are home!! He has to start radiation on Monday at 1pm, but has to fast, so Cheryl is praying for an earlier time slot to open up for him this weekend :) Please join me in praying for Cheryl and Joel, and the family they have at home :)

I'm still collecting up cards to send to cheer Joel, cheer Cheryl, and some blank ones for Cheryl to use at her discretion :) Thank you so much to those that have sent cards for Joel and Cheryl! :)

I have one to share here, but gotta get it off the camera first :) Check back in a bit! :)

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A Moment of Brilliance!

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I was blog surfing just now. I am avoiding housework and the nasty swarmy bugs outside, like the plague! For now. Anyway, for the past couple months, I've been pondering something. I have now accumulated a few Stampin' Up! Clear Mount stamp sets. I am so loving them!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE them!! Seriously. I'm thinking of unmounting all my other stamp sets! :)

Anyway, I've been wondering how to store these beauties. I've thought of shelves... but they will fall over. I thought of the CD racks that we no longer use. but they are too small. Today, while blog surfing, I saw someone's storage solution... DVD BOXES! Duh, why didn't I think of that before? Michael was recently clearing out the stuff we have accumulated in our basement. We have 2 or 3 of these DVD boxes. I was wondering what to do with them.... and now I know!! I haven't dug them out yet, to see if they will work, but I can't imagine that they won't, since our SU! cases are the same size as DVD cases... so, let's give it a whirl!!

Here's what they look like... I'll take pics of my stuff in them later!

Colour Colour Colour!!!! It's a Renovation!!

2010-04-06T22:15:00.000-04:00

Stampin' Up! announced a new Colour Renovation today!! WOW!!! It's amazing!! New colours, retiring colours, and some old colours returning!! Check out the flyers below!

Some fantastic NEW colours!! Four families, with 10 colours per family. Lots of fabulous new looks are comin' your way July 1, 2010!!

So above are the colours that are retiring... I know, it's LOTS! BUT if you want them, you better stock up now!! That means that the cardstock, inks, reinkers, craft and classic ink, ribbons, papers, accessories and more in those colours will be gone as of the end of June!! ACT FAST to add to your stash!! :)

Clearance Rack!

2010-04-05T23:07:00.000-04:00

WOW!!! I have already told you about my Stampin' Up! website :) I love it!! Hostess Portal, specials, links to all the catalogues, etc.

I was introduced to the CLEARANCE RACK!!! WOWSA!! Stuff is up to 60% off!! Amazing... ribbons, scrappin' kits, designer series papers, buttons, 7 pages full of wonderful savings for you!! The bonus of it is that it ships directly to your door once you submit your payment!! I think *I* will be shopping there tomorrow :) LOL The image to the left is just a sampling of what is to be had on sale :) I'll have a special thank you card for all online orders placed, clearance rack or regular cataogue orders! :) ENJOY!!

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Sale-A-Bration Has Begun!!

Sale-A-Bration sneak peek!

Things are gonna change!

I'm back!!

Tool Time Tuesday - Mat Pack!

Hobby Horse Stitched Stocking

Stitched Stocking with Faux Flocking

A Couple of Classes :)

Tool Time Tuesday - Stampin' Scrub!

Ribbon Share - with a sample!

Embossing folders and Stampin' Pastels (aka Chalk!)

Decorative Label Punch - Mat tutorial

Tool Time Tuesday - Paper Snips!

Sunflower!

A Christmas sneak peek!!

The ribbon has arrived!

Gate Fold Card - Fun Folds Class

Preparing!

My Digital Studio Contest!

Sweets for the Sweet!

Bonjour!

Tool Time! - Colour Coach

Facebook page!

A New Ribbon Share and Designer Series Paper Promo!

Boy Birthday Card

Wisteria Wonder

Fabulous Fun Folds Class!

So it's been a while, and a RIBBON SHARE!

Card Club has resumed!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 4

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

12 Days of Christmas - Day 2

12 Days of Christmas - Day 1

A Start Kit Special!

Have a happy day!See ya!

Another MDS share

Workshop Book - A - Thon!

Holy Clearance rack BLITZ!!!

Another World Card Making Peek!

FABULOUS bonus for new demonstrators!

Silver Glass Glitter!

World Card Making Day!

Sneak Peek at World Card Making Day!

Back to school with MDS!

Back to School cards!

Stamping on Cake!!

Classes and Clubs and WORLD CARD MAKING DAY!

Fabulous New Holiday Mini!! Starter Kit Special too!

Because I Care

We're back!

Wow, it's been a while!

Whoa! My 200th post! :)

MDS birthday and the AMAZING new Colour Coach!

Wedding Shower Card

The NEW IDEA BOOK AND CATALOGUE goes LIVE TODAY!!

Happy Canada Day!

Teacher End of Year Gifts

The Yardsale Goes Online!

The yardsale continues!

Because I Care!

Scrapbook Yardsale - THE GREAT PURGE!

I have not forgotten!!!

Have a Sweet Celebration!

Happy Canada Day!

Sweet Scoops Hostess Appreciation Invite

Hostess Appreciation

Mini starter kit, Last Chance lists, and more!!

Last Chance List arriving tomorrow!!

I'm lovin' the MDS!

Guest Poster - Micheal Beaudry!

Happy Victoria Day! :)

More MDS

BLOG CANDY WINNNER!

40th Anniversary card - smooched pansy!

Fabulous purses! (Top Note Die)

Top Ten Reasons I love being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator

5000 hits - blog candy WINNER!

Holy Cow!!

Have a happy day!
See ya!