Friday, July 31, 2009

AND THE WINNER IS...

VICTORIA S.!
Congratulations to Victoria, who won the random drawing for the Royal Blog Tour candy from me! :)

GOOD NEWS: I talked to the computer's "doctor" this morning; it LOOKS like I will get it back sometime this weekend!!! :D So, I promise to post FUN THINGS on Monday (assuming everything's working well! :D) YEA!!!!!!

Have a WONDERFUL weekend, and don't forget to STAMP something!!!!

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Please stand by...!

I'm SO sorry! After three great days of the tour, I wanted to be able to have stuff up and going - but my computer is NOT working. :( No scanner, no pictures, no NOTHING - I'm on Kenn's computer to let you know.

Those of you who pray, PLEASE do so - we so cannot afford this!!

Thanks, dear friends! I HOPE to be able to post soon!

Sunday, July 26, 2009

BLOG TOUR - DAY TWO!

CLICK HERE or scroll down for DAY THREE samples!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WELCOME to my blog! I've been so excited about showing you some wonderful creations I've made with my feature set, THE MORE THE MERRIER. It's a level three hostess-only stamp set, which means you can only EARN this stamp set by hosting a party that has over $500 in sales. Contact your demonstrator - or, if you don't have one, ME! :D - for details!!! (You can view this stamp set on page 17 of your 2009/10 Idea Book & Catalog!)

I HAVE BLOG CANDY TO GIVE AWAY AT THE END OF THIS TOUR! All you have to do is leave a comment - and you may enter each day, so up to THREE entries per person! Be SURE and leave your email address so I may contact you. I'd really like to know what you think of each day's entries! The winner will receive SWEET LITTLE SENTIMENTS, a retired hostess-only stamp set, valued at $12.95!

Now, on with the show! I'm going to show you three samples each day: one card, one 6x6 scrapbook page, and one 3D project - and I'll probably have a few more to throw in as we go! :D IF you don't see something one day that floats your boat, come back the next day! :D Who knows what you might find??

Also, there are a LOT of samples on my blog. Please bookmark me, so you can come back when you have more time, and look around to your heart's content. :) My goal with my blog is to show you projects that YOU can do at home, not that you'll look at and say, "HOLY SMOKES! That's GORGEOUS!!!", and then not even attempt. :D I want you to know you can do it, and - if you don't like a color combo or a certain accessory, CHANGE IT! - and then DO it. :D

Please note: You can see any of the pictures larger by just clicking on them!! SCROLL DOWN FOR YESTERDAY'S BLOG TOUR POST!

If you have ANY questions, PLEASE don't hesitate to ask me! My contact information is in the sidebar; I'd LOVE to hear from you!

Now, ON WITH THE SHOW!

The Card

Card stocks: Melon Mambo, Basic Black, Whisper White, Bermuda Bay

Ink: Jet Black Stazon, Melon Mambo, White craft

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER!, Boho Backgrounds, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: IN COLOR Stampin' Write Markers, dimensionals, modern label punch, 1" circle punch, 1-1/4" circle punch, 1-3/8" circle punch, 1-3/4" circle punch, word window punch, scallop edge punch, white gel pen (frosting! :D)

Fun, isn't it! :) Make several of these up at one time, and give a card and a cupcake to your co-workers for their birthdays! :D


The 6x6 Scrapbook Page

For some reason, this set certainly lends itself to Halloween layouts! :D I had a lot of fun designing this one.

Card stock: Basic Black, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie TEXTURED

Ink: Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Versamark

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: 1-3/8" circle punch, 1-3/4" circle punch, modern label punch, dimensionals, embossing buddy, Chocolate Chip and Garden Green Stampin' Write Markers, heat tool, black embossing powder, watercolor brush and bleach.

This was SUPER fun to do; the bleached areas actually came out almost perfectly matching the Crushed Curry!

The 3D Project
I'm showing you the same IDEA in two different celebrations here. :) The one on the left is a great birthday bag; the smaller picture is a Halloween bag. :) They're super simple; just cut your card stock 1/4" wider than your bag. Cut it twice as tall as you want the ffront to be PLUS 1/2"! Fold it so the 1/2" is in the middle, and cut out a section for the handles to go through.

I'll put the ingredients for the Halloween bag, WHERE IT DIFFERS, in parentheses. :)

Card stock: Melon Mambo, Basic Black, Whisper White (Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry)

Ink: Jet Black Stazon (Versamark)

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: Dimensionals, Modern Label Punch, Assorted IN COLOR Stampin' Write Markers (Word Window Punch, embossing buddy, heat tool, black embossing powder)

Can't you see a LOT of potential for this bag cover?? Oh, and do you see my "mock brads"? :D I just colored little circles with a Bermuda Bay Stampin' Write Marker! Easy, and I think it adds my all-important TEXTURE! :D

OK!! I'm off to do even MORE wonderful samples to show you! :) I hope you enjoy yourself today on the tour - and then, please take the time to STAMP something!! :)

BLOG TOUR - DAY THREE!

OK, so it's not like the other two posts - but it's still the same stamp set - and you can STILL enter to win on this entry!! :)

Yes, that's right. Today's are ALL about the SNOWMEN! :D If you've been around for a while, or taken a look at my blog, you'll notice that Christmas is my absolutely favorite time of year. I love to design Christmas projects!! :D Today's scrapbook page may look a little plain to you, but I think you'll see that a picture will be absolutely PERFECT on it!

The Card

Card stock: Shimmery White, Bermuda Bay

Ink: Jet Black Stazon, Bermuda Bay

Stamp sets: THE MORE THE MERRIER!, Christmas Punch (Level 2 Hostess-only set!!!)

Accessories: modern label punch, word window punch, assorted Stampin' Write Markers, dimensionals

I just LOVE this card! The Bermuda Bay is such a wonderful SUMMER color - but it works just as well for a cheery winter card, too! (And I LOVE snowmen, and snowflakes - this card just ROCKS. Wish you could see the sparkle IRL!!)

So, what do YOU think?? :)


The 6x6 Scrapbook PageCard stock: Whisper White, Bashful Blue TEXTURED

Ink: Bashful Blue, White craft

Stamp sets: THE MORE THE MERRIER!, Simple Friendship

Accessories: Gel pen, assorted Stampin' Write Markers, embossing buddy, white embossing powder, heat tool

It's REALLY hard to see the swirls from SIMPLE FRIENDSHIP on the background, but they're there, I promise! :) To get the snowmen that kind of translucent white, I colored with a gel pen, then wiped it off with my finger. :D I wanted to outlines to show, but I didn't want all-Bashful Blue snowmen! :D Again, it may look a little plain, but once you put the friendship photo on it, it's going to be JUST enough.

The 3D Project


I LOVE this project - and my mom's commented on it a couple of times, which means it's made an impact! :D It's also possible to lay this flat, so you could store these - say, if you made them for centerpieces for a women's luncheon - or you could mail them as a gift!

Card stock: Bermuda Bay, vellum

Ink: Jet Black Stazon

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER!

Accessories: Assorted Stampin' Write Markers, 2-Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds glitter, paper trimmer!

This votive square is 4"x4". It's easy to MAKE, but the coloring and the glittering take a bit of time to dry. :) It is SUPER-sparkly IRL; it's definitely going to catch the light! It's also big enough that you could use a REAL tealight or votive candle in it without much chance of it going up in flames. :D

I hope you've enjoyed this blog tour as much as I have!!!! It's always fun to challenge yourself, like making ONE stamp set your focus! :) I also hope you'll keep coming back; it's a fun ride from now until Christmas, and you won't want to miss anything!

My class schedule for the rest of the year will be up soon, so if you're local, I hope you'll come to some classes! And if you WANT this stamp set, contact me or your local demonstrator to book a party NOW!!! Don't wait; get your party on the books! If I AM your demonstrator, hold your party (at my house, honest!:D) by the middle of October and be invited to my hostess appreciation luncheon!!!!!

Now, scroll back up or down to go to the next blog. :D Have a wonderful time on the tour - and don't forget to bookmark me! :D

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Blog tour - DAY ONE!

WELCOME to my blog! I've been so excited about showing you some wonderful creations I've made with my feature set, THE MORE THE MERRIER. It's a level three hostess-only stamp set, which means you can only EARN this stamp set by hosting a party that has over $500 in sales. Contact your demonstrator - or, if you don't have one, ME! :D - for details!!! (You can view this stamp set on page 17 of your 2009/10 Idea Book & Catalog!)

I HAVE BLOG CANDY TO GIVE AWAY AT THE END OF THIS TOUR! All you have to do is leave a comment - and you may enter each day, so up to THREE entries per person! Be SURE and leave your email address so I may contact you. I'd really like to know what you think of each day's entries! The winner will receive SWEET LITTLE SENTIMENTS, a retired hostess-only stamp set, valued at $12.95!

Now, on with the show! I'm going to show you three samples each day: one card, one 6x6 scrapbook page, and one 3D project - and I'll probably have a few more to throw in as we go! :D IF you don't see something one day that floats your boat, come back the next day! :D Who knows what you might find??

Also, there are a LOT of samples on my blog. Please bookmark me, so you can come back when you have more time, and look around to your heart's content. :) My goal with my blog is to show you projects that YOU can do at home, not that you'll look at and say, "HOLY SMOKES! That's GORGEOUS!!!", and then not even attempt. :D I want you to know you can do it, and - if you don't like a color combo or a certain accessory, CHANGE IT! - and then DO it. :D

Please note: You can see any of the pictures larger by just clicking on them!!

If you have ANY questions, PLEASE don't hesitate to ask me! My contact information is in the sidebar; I'd LOVE to hear from you!

Now, ON WITH THE SHOW!

The Card


Card stocks: Crushed Curry, Soft Suede, Dusty Durango (All new IN COLORs for 2009/10!)

Ink: Jet Black Stazon

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER!

Accessories: Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper (DSP), IN COLOR Stampin' Write Markers, dimensionals

Super-simple, right? But It's a really fun card, and not your traditional colors!


The 6x6 Scrapbook Page

This page was designed by my dear friend, Amy. Didn't she do a great job?? I never would have thought of these colors together!!

Card stock: Basic Black

Ink: Basic Black, Chocolate Chip

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER

Accessories: Razzleberry Lemonade DSP, sponge, paper snips, dimensional

AGAIN, super-simple, and REALLY original!

The 3D Project

This is a 2-4-6-8 box; take 1/2 of a sheet of card stock (so, it's 5-1/2"x8-1/2"). Score along the 5-1/2" side at 1". Turn and score the 8-1/2" side at 2", 4", 6", and 8". Using paper snips, snip UP from the bottom to the 1" line along the four score lines. Take the little corner where the 1/2" tab is off; fold, and stick everything together with Sticky Strip! (Clear as mud?? Maybe, if you tell me to, I'll have to do a video tutorial on this one!)

Card stock: Dusty Durango, Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip

Ink: Dusty Durango and Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Markers

Stamp set: THE MORE THE MERRIER

Accessories: Dimensionals, 1-3/4" circle punch, 1-3/8" circle punch, 1-1/4"circle punch, 1" circle punch, paper snips

Wouldn't this be a fun place setting favor for your family's Thanksgiving feast? You could fill it with candy corn, too, but it's not out in our stores yet. :D

OK!! I'm off to do even MORE wonderful samples to show you! :) I hope you enjoy yourself today on the tour - and then, please take the time to STAMP something!! :)

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Thursday, July 23, 2009

I can FINALLY announce my personal pick! :D

OK, so you all know Gina won the popular pick for best birthday card - and, again, CONGRATULATIONS, Gina! But I'd like to show you MY personal pick! :D

Congratulations, Tory! :)

Tory received her prize from me today - I've been waiting until she got it. She received, ordered and delivered directly from Stampin' Up!, a new MEDALLION BACKGROUND STAMP! She told me she'd seen it recently, and it was moving up her "Wish List" - so I marked it off for her. :D

She just got home from work and opened it a little bit ago, and here's what she said:

Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh! Lori! I was expecting something along the line of deminsionals or a blender pen or MAYBE a single stamp (you know like Dasher or somesuch) But, WOW! It's even grander IRL than I imagined! I can't wait to try this baby out. I've seen this used on several different blogs and it had creeped further up my wish list. Thank you so much! Wow! Thank you! You really shouldn't have. I'm already dreaming up ways to try this out. This is too cool! I love it! Thanks so much!

:D I like making people happy - and my Annual Birthday Card Contest is the BIG contest I run. :) So, start thinking about YOUR entry for next year! :D Have fun, Tory!!!

Happy Thursday! :D

Good afternoon! :) How are you today??? It's another beautiful day here in middle Tennessee; the temperature in the middle of the afternoon is only 82°!!! It;s AMAZING - and I'm so grateful! :)

Anyway. These two cards today are from Tuesday evening's ADVANCED TECHNIQUES class; we had a great time, and again the cards focus on using basic supplies. ALL TECHNIQUES ARE FROM TECHNIQUE JUNKIES! Go HERE to learn more - and tell Pat I sent you! :)

Now, on with the show!


Card stocks: Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, Summer Sun

Inks: White craft, Summer Sun, Old Olive

Stamp set: A Beautiful Thing

Accessories: Bone folder, paper trimmer, wide oval punch, scallop oval punch, dimensionals, Stampin' Write markers

Isn't it pretty? I really like this one - and it's a great technique, called REVERSE COLOR GRID.

Next card! :D





Card stock: Summer Sun, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White

Ink: Chocolate Chip

Stamp set: Dasher, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: Assorted Stampin' Write Markers, black fine point Sharpie, modern label punch, ruler

This one's called CUBIST TECHNIQUE. It's quite fun, and you can really do a lot just by changing the colors!!

OK, that's it for today! I hope you're looking forward to the BLOG TOUR that starts Sunday!!!! There are a LOT of great artists on the tour, and I know you're going to enjoy it. :)

Have a WONDERFUL day! And be sure to take the time to STAMP something!! :D

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Happy Birthday, Dad!!

A quick share today; it's my dad's birthday, and here's the card I made for him! :) This will probably be on an upcoming Quick Card Class agenda! :) It's super simple, and very elegant, in my VERY humble opinion. :D


Card stocks: Whisper White, Taken With Teal, Basic Black

Inks: Basic Black, Sahara Sand

Stamp sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: modern label punch, word window punch, eyelet edge punch, dimensionals

See how quick and easy?!?!? :D This would be great in so many color combinations!!!! If you do one, I'd love to see it!!

OK, gotta jet. :) Have a WONDERFUL day, and be SURE to take the time to stamp SOMETHING!!!

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Two sides of ONE sheet!

Don't forget the FANTASTIC weekly special - check out the link on the side bar! - and the BLOG TOUR coming up, starting Sunday!! Details are in the side bar! I WILL BE GIVING BLOG CANDY!!!!

Remember I was talking about that terrific new DSP, Merry Moments? Here's the same exact card - except for orientation - with two different sides of one sheet of DSP. I love them both! :D


Card Stock: Very Vanilla, Garden Green, Real Red (Except it looks like my original sample used Whisper White!!!)

Ink: Chocolate Chip


Stamp set: Dasher

Isn't it WONDERFUL DSP??? It's on page 28 or 160, and it's $9.95 plus shipping and tax for 12 sheets, 12x12. The item number is 115672; I KNOW I'll be ordering a few packs of this paper. :) Isn't it happy paper? CLICK HERE to go to my 24/7 website, then click on SHOP NOW.

Off to finish the last-minute stuff for ADVANCED TECHNIQUES CLASS for tonight!! Go stamp something, will ya already!??!? :D (Have a wonderful evening!!)

Monday, July 20, 2009

CHRISTMAS IN JULY!

I was saddened that a lot of my Christmas lovers couldn't come to class on Saturday; we had a GREAT time! It was nice and COOL, too, so all the windows were open; we listened to Christmas music, sang along, and just enjoyed things. :D

I think you're going to like the projects, too; no SPECIFIC instructions, although I might make the basket for a video tutorial. I know I still owe y'all one on the purses, too. It's just DOING it, and finding the time when it's QUIET around here, has been difficult lately. :D

OK. On with the show! Don't forget! Sunday starts the next BLOG TOUR! Check out the side bar for details - and I WILL have blog candy!!!

Be SURE and check out this week's SUMMER FUN SPECIAL; it's a GREAT deal!!!!!


Card stock: Real Red, Whisper White

Ink: Real Red

Stamp Set: Level 2 hostess-only stamp set, CHRISTMAS PUNCH

Accessories: Merry Moments Designer Series Paper, wide oval punch, dimensionals, 5/8" Satin Ribbon

SUPER simple - but this paper is soooooooooo awesome. Continue to watch for it - I've got one more project today, and two cards to show you later. :)





Card stock: Real Red, Garden Green

Ink: White craft

Stamp set: Level 2 hostess-only stamp set, CHRISTMAS PUNCH

Accessories: Embossing buddy, white embossing powder, heat tool, scallop oval punch, dimensionals, Merry Moments DSP (See?!?! Isn't it FUN??), Big Shot - YES! I STILL LOVE MY BIG SHOT!!!! :D, box die (cut twice), sticky strip

This box is the perfect size to hold some trial-size hand creams, maybe some chocolate - you'll be surprised! :D It's double-sided, so it looks like a coke bottle carrier. If you REMEMBER those.... :D

Last project!!!!


Card stock: Sahara Sand, Real Red, Bermuda Bay, Very Vanilla, Garden Green, Kraft, Whisper White

Inks: White craft, Ruby Red, Night of Navy

Stamp set: Level 2 hostess-only stamp set, CHRISTMAS PUNCH

Accessories: Window sheets, embossing buddy, white embossing powder, heat tool, 1-1/4" punch, 1-3/8" punch, scallop oval punch, Curly Label Punch, large tag punch, 1/8" circle punch, hemp twine, silver cord, 5/8" satin ribbon, dimensionals, sticky strip

This was some work, but REALLY fun!

I hope you'll come to a class this fall - I'll let you know when the schedule is up on my official site! I've got LOTS of great projects planned!! :)

So. I hope I've inspired you to start on your Christmas projects - we're on the downhill side of the year now, and you know it will snowball until it's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year again. :D So, go on. Go stamp something - and mark one gift off your list! :)

Sunday, July 19, 2009

GREAT LIMITED TIME SIGN-UP SPECIAL!

I can't tell you what a great deal this is! If you've EVER thought of joining my team - or just the family! :D - with Stampin' Up!, DO IT NOW. :D Here's the Summer Fun Deal! (To read more about what types of business YOU could run, GO HERE. :) ) Here's something to sweeten the deal: Be one of the first FIVE people to sign up to be a member of my team, and I'll give a set of the IN COLOR Stampin' Write Markers!!!

Summer Fun Recruiting Promotion

Dates: July 15 - August 31, 2009

Promotion Details:

Become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with the limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit. The Mini Starter Kit contains the following products:

Item Code

Page #*

Description

Retail Value**

115360

118

For All You Do stamp set

$28.95

115658

155

Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

115656

155

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

115659

155

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

115654

155

Dusty Durango Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

115655

155

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

115657

155

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

100730

155

Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")

$7.50

115315

155

In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")

$7.95

*All page numbers refer to the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog
**All products may be substituted for like items; see Mini Starter Kit order form for details.

Things to Remember:

  • Mini Starter Kit orders may be submitted through my website (password is keno1996), or mailed to Stampin' Up!'s home office:

Stampin' Up!
PO Box 550
Riverton, UT 84065 (But you'll need to get the forms from me!)

  • The standard Starter Kit ($199) will continue to be available during this promotional period. On the Online Application, the promotional Mini Starter Kit will appear as an additional option.
  • Recruits who join Stampin' Up! by purchasing the Mini Starter Kit are still eligible for any programs available to a new recruit. This includes but is not limited to the Extra 10 Percent Instant Income offer, Stampin' Start, and the opportunity to purchase a Business Booster Kit.
  • Recruits who purchase the Mini Starter Kit will receive the same business supplies as those who order the standard Starter Kit.
  • During the promotional period there will also be a standard Starter Kit incentive for new recruits who choose the standard Starter Kit instead of the Mini Starter Kit; new recruits who choose the standard Starter Kit will receive the following, along with the standard Starter Kit supplies:
    • All six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads
    • One pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")

    Incentive items have a $43.65 value and are not substitutable.

    Mini Starter Kit and standard Starter Kit incentive deadlines:

  • Mail-in IDA: Monday, August 31, 2009 (received in the office, not postmarked)
  • Online: Monday, August 31, 2009; 11:50 PM (MT)

FAQs

Q: Can new recruits purchase both Starter Kits?
A: No. New recruits must either choose the Mini Starter Kit with the promotional price of $85 or the standard Starter Kit for $199 with the additional incentive products (In Color Classic Stampin' Pads and In Color card stock).


Q: Can new recruits substitute products in the Mini Starter Kit with like items?
A: Yes. The catalog products (stamp, inks, card stock) may be substituted with like items.

Q: Can a recruit who purchases the Mini Starter Kit also purchase the Stampin' Memories Add-on?
A: Yes. She will have the option to add the Add-on to her kit for an additional $50.



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To love what we do,
and share what we love.
as we help others enjoy creativity
and worthwhile accomplishments -
In this we make a difference!

Friday, July 17, 2009

Hello, FRIDAY!

Good morning! It's FRIDAY! Do you have big plans for this weekend? I do - it's gonna be REALLY busy. :) But a lot of that time, I'll be stamping - so it's a GOOD thing! :D

Today's samples are ones that my dear friend, Amy, did to help me out when I was trying to get ready for the Open House at the beginning of the month.


Card stock: Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Pumpkin Pie

Stamp set: Sincere Salutations

Accessories: Razzleberry Lemonade DSP, Filigree Brad

The reason I love having Amy stamp things for my display board is that she does things I'd never have considered! :) But I always love what she does!!!


Here's the coordinating 6x6 scrapbook page she did:

Card stocks: Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Basic Black

Stamp set: Level 3 Hostess Only stamp set, THE MORE THE MERRIER - which is going to be my focus for the upcoming Blog Tour!!! You WON'T want to miss it - it's gonna be awesome! :)

Accessories: Large heart punch, small and large oval punches, dimensionals, Razzleberry Lemonaded DSP

Again, I NEVER would have thought to do this layout this way, but it's great!!!

OK. I'm off to keep working. :D I hope you have a WONDERFUL weekend planned, and that some of that time includes taking the time to STAMP something.... :D See you next week!

Thursday, July 16, 2009

TABRAY!!!!

Please send me your email address again! :D It's not allowing me to see your Blogger profile, and I need to ask you a question!
Thank you, Tory! :D

If I hurry....

I can publish this and say it's still morning! LOL!

Thank you SO much, those of you who said a prayer for me. There's lots going on IRL, and (to add to it!!!) yesterday morning I fell. In what could have been a very serious accident, God protected me! I've got some scrapes and sore muscles, but not nearly as bad as I thought I'd be the day AFTER. God is GOOD!

But to get on to what you're here for: the card. :D

I told you I'd be showing you more from the Medallion background stamp, so here's another. :D We made this Tuesday at my workshop; I just LOVE it!!


Card stocks: Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip (but we used Soft Suede for Tuesday's!); More Mustard on the inside

Ink: More Mustard, Chocolate Chip

Stamp sets: Medallion background stamp, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Define Your Life inside

Accessories: white gel pen, Pretties Kit, Word Window Punch, Modern Label Punch, dimensionals, ticket corner punch inside

Isn't it CLASSY???? Single layer, so very simple - yet I think it's STUNNING. :)

OK! Lots to do today, including getting ready for the big blog tour coming up!!! I hope you have a FANTASTIC day - and please, make sure it includes taking the time to STAMP something!!! :)

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

It's being one of THOSE days already!!!!

Listen, if you pray, just say a prayer for me, OK? Things are just twisting, and I could use a little support. :) THANK YOU!

Now, on with the show!

I purchased the new MEDALLION background stamp as one of the first things when the new Idea Book went live. and I'm having a BALL with it. I have a hard time "justifying" purchasing the background stamps sometimes, but this one is REALLY versatile!! Today's sample? A Christmas card!


Card stocks: Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red

Inks: White craft, Real Red

Stamp sets: Medallion Background, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: Embossing buddy, heat tool, white embossing powder, Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch, dimensionals

SO simple and quick, but effective, isn't it? :D I'll be showing you more samples as the days go by, but this is it for today. :)

I hope you're having a WONDERFUL day!!!!! Don't forget to take the time to STAMP something!!! And Don't forget the new BLOG TOUR coming soon - details in the side bar!!!!

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

I know, I know...!

I DO apologize, but there's been a lot going on in my personal life. I do apologize! So today, you'll get ALL the samples from my last 6x6 scrapbooking class! If you're in the area, I'm having a Stampin' Up! workshop tonight with MYSELF as the host. :D If you'd like to place an order, let me know - it will be the party shipping cost, not the individual. And if you'd like to COME, just let me know by 2 this afternoon! We're going to have a great time! :D

OK, on with the show!

Card stocks: Pretty in Pink, Basic Black, Whisper White

Inks: Pretty in Pink, Jet Black Stazon

Stamp set: Level 3 Hostess-ONLY, The More The Merrier

Accessories: Pretty in Pink, Pixie Pink, and Melon Mambo Stampin' Write Markers

I really like this one! It's perfect for lots of different pictures, like a girls' tea party, or a birthday, or any special occasion.

Card stock: Always Artichoke, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White

Ink: Always Artichoke

Stamp set: Autumn Days

Accessories: 1-3/4" circle punch, Always Artichoke and Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Markers, Tall Tales Designer Series Paper, sponge

Again, I think the simplicity of this set of pages works! Great for any outdoors shots, or any masculine need!

Card stock: Whisper White, Bashful Blue

Ink: Bashful Blue, Real Red

Stamp set: Christmas Punch

Accessories: Real Red Stampin' Write Marker, wide oval punch, Modern Label Punch, dimensionals

You just can't go wrong with Christmas! :D


Card stock: Melon Mambo, Soft Suede, Whisper White

Stamp set: Simple Friendship

Accessories: Soft Suede Stampin' Write Marker, five-petal flower punch, 1/2" circle punch

Simple, but eye-catching! This layout can be flipped any which way, and still be really appealing!

I hope you enjoyed today's show-&-tell! :D Have a wonderful day - and go STAMP SOMETHING!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

And the POPULAR contest winner is....


GINA! :D Congratulations, Gina; I'll contact you about your prize soon. :D There were lots of comments like "it could also work as a man's card", which boosted your popularity. Here's the card again - congrats again, Gina!

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

:D I'm here in the MORNING, aren't you surprised?!!? LOL!


GOOD WEDNESDAY MORNING!!!!! :D

Today's cards are with the new-to-me stamp set, A ROSE IS A ROSE. I think you can also safely say that they also feature the new IN COLOR, Melon Mambo. I LOVE this color - it's SO cheerful and bright! :D

Card stock: Whisper White, Melon Mambo, Green Galore

Ink: Melon Mambo, Pink Passion, Gable Green, Green Galore

Stamp set: A Rose is a Rose

I didn't even have to use a Stamp-a-ma-jig with this set - although you certainly could, if you wanted it perfectly positioned! (This is one of the projects we did at the Open House!)

Next card! :)

Card stock: Whisper White, Pixie Pink, Melon Mambo

Ink: Mellow Moss, Always Artichoke, Pixie Pink, Melon Mambo

Stamp set: A Rose is a Rose

Accessories: Ticket corner punch, dimensionals

I just love two-step stampin' sets!!! There's so much depth there, SOOOOOOOO easily!

OK. I still have a lot of work to do, and they're still replacing windows, so I'd better get to it. :D

Have a WONDERFUL day, and please, for your own sake, take the time to STAMP SOMETHING!!!! :)

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Holey Schmoley, WHAT A WEEKEND!!!

For those of you who didn't know, not only did I have the NEW IDEA BOOK & OPEN HOUSE on Thursday, but my sister and BIL came in that day, too. They left on Sunday, and between 10:00 a.m. Sunday morning and 2:30 Monday afternoon, Kenn and I drove OVER 300 MILES!!!!!!!! I'm sooooooo tired!!! The windows in the house are being replaced, too, so no rest for the wicke - er, ummm, WEARY. ;D

ANYWAY. Here we go with THREE samples, since I didn't get a chance to post yesterday!


New stamp set, new colors - what more could one ask for?!?! :D

Card stock: Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry, Soft Suede - ALL new IN COLORS!!

Inks: New IN COLOR Stampin' Write Markers in the following new IN COLORS: Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry, Soft Suede

Stamp sets: Teeny Tiny Wishes, Autumn Days

Accessory: dimensionals :D

SO easy! I LOVE the new IN COLOR markers - they make stamping with any of the colors SO EASY, and they're SOOOOOOOO portable!!!! If I were making my list, I'd be sure to put down a package of the new IN COLOR assorted card stock, and the new MARKERS, too! (CLICK HERE, then click on ORDER NOW! :D)


It's only 171 days until Christmas, and we ALL know they're going to FLY by!!!!! Never too early to start thinking about what your cards will look like this year - unless you're coming to my card classes this fall. Then you can let ME do all the planning for you! :D

Card stocks: Very Vanilla, Ruby Red, Garden Green

Inks: Ruby Red, Garden Green

Stamp sets: Simple Salutations, Autumn Days

Accessories: Garden Green, Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Markers

Again, REALLY simple - but I love pine cones. :D



And finally, for today, another SIMPLE one - this is dahlia folding, done with the new RAZZLEBERRY LEMONADE DSP. :)

Card stocks: Rich Razzleberry, Very Vanilla, Dusty Durango

Ink: Rich Razzleberry Stampin' Write Marker

Stamp set: Boho Backgrounds

Accessories: Ticket corner punch, scallop circle punch, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP

Yet again, showing that simple doesn't mean plain! :)

OK, so I need to get busy. If I can get motivated, that is - I'm SLEEPY! :D Go make out your wish list, and then mark what you want right away. Don't forget that, as a hostess, you could not only earn free stuff, but also get an invitation to my Hostess ONLY Appreciation Luncheon in October!!!!! I've already decided on the dessert to make. :D You WON'T want to miss it! Call me or email me TODAY to get on my calendar!!!! Oh, and take the time to STAMP SOMETHING, too! :D

Friday, July 3, 2009

It's FRIDAY, not Saturday!!

I'm so sorry I didn't post earlier! It feels like SATURDAY, with everyone home, and going garage-saling this morning with my mom and sister!!! So, here's another sample for you, using new product from the new Idea Book!!!

The ONLY stamp on here is the "sweetest ever" from the Level 3 Hostess-Only stamp set, THE MORE THE MERRIER.

Card stock: Whisper White, Melon Mambo (NEW IN COLOR!), Creamy Caramel

Ink: New IN COLOR Markers, specifically in CRUSHED CURRY, RICH RAZZLEBERRY, and MELON MAMBO; white craft, Creamy Caramel Classic.

Accessories: Big Shot, Stampin' Up! Backgrounds 1 Texturz Plates, brayer, paper trimmer, scallop oval punch, 1-3/4" circle punch, RAZZLEBERRY LEMONADE DSP, Modern Label Punch, white embossing powder, embossing buddy, heat tool, dimensionals, Crystal Effects

SO MUCH FUN, so summery!!! :) (This is not an original idea, as far as the ice cream cones go. I just tweaked it to suit me, and added the Crystal Effects.)

OK. So, go enjoy your time with your family and friends this weekend! Be SAFE - and it's OK with me if you sneak off to STAMP SOMETHING, or look at the NEW IB&C - just click on the link in the right-hand column!!!!!

Thursday, July 2, 2009

GOOD MORNING!! It's OPEN HOUSE day!!!

If you've never been to one of my open houses, I hope you're coming today. :D We stamp, we OOH and AAH, we laugh, we eat, and we OOH and AAH some more! :D From 4-7; email me if you need directions!

Today's two samples use the new MODERN LABEL PUNCH. This first card is one I made for my dear friend and great customer, Kathy's, birthday. :D

Card stocks: Whisper White, Gable Green, Melon Mambo (NEW IN COLOR!!!)

Ink: White craft, Melon Mambo

Stamp set: Teeny Tiny Wishes - NEW!!!

Accessories: Melon Mambo Polka Dotted Ribbon, Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch, pencil eraser, Big Shot, Top Note Die, glue dot, dimensionals

Isn't it FRESH?? I LOVE the new Melon Mambo!!!! It's glorious, so juicy! :D

This was my Father's Day card for my dad; he's a phenomenal gardener, and loves his lillies. :)

Card stocks: Whisper White, Summer Sun, Garden Green, Very Vanilla

Ink: Versamark, Garden Green

Stamp sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Accessories: Clear embossing powder, white embossing powder, heat tool, embossing buddy, Summer Sun, More Mustard, and Pumpkin Pie re-inkers, Aqua Painters, Modern Label Punch, dimensionals

I really like the way it turned out!

OK. I'm off to do the last-minute things for the open house! Have a wonderful day, come see me if you get the chance, and CERTAINLY take the time to STAMP SOMETHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Summer Fun = SAVINGS FOR YOU!!



Each week, Stampin' Up! will tell us something ELSE we can offer you for sale!!!! Add the scallop edge punch to YOUR order this week!

IT'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-2010 Catalog:



Click the catalog to download in .pdf format!



Click here to download the 2009-2010 Catalog Supplies

The 2009/10 IDEA BOOK & CATALOG IS HERE!!!! It will go live for you to browse and order from at 1:00 Central time!!!!!

Tomorrow is my NEW IB&C OPEN HOUSE, from 4-7. Come stamp with me using new products, get your own book, enter to win prizes, learn about a new contest - the fun just doesn't stop! :D You're going to LOVE the new IN COLORS!! Email me if you just can't wait for your book! :D