Saturday, December 29, 2012

Monthly swap - Get well wishes

Thanks to Karen Gawlik!  Love this swap!

Paper:  Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Cajun Craze, DSP Comfort Cafe
Ink:  Soft Suede, Summer Starfruit, Basic Black
Stamps:  Love and Sympathy, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Word Play
Accessories:  Summer Starfruit ribbon, Apothecary Framelits, Bitty Border Framelits, Dimensionals

Happy stamping!
Stef

Friday, December 28, 2012

Gingerbread 3x3 card

This is the final 3x3 from my swap.  It is clean and simple.  The Gingerbread dude is embossed with the fun scented powder from the Holiday catalog.  Unfortunately it looks much nicer in person than in photos. 

Happy stamping!
Stef

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!  Have a wonderful Christmas and don't forget the reason for the season...Jesus!  He loves you and wants to be your Savior.  How wonderful that, on HIS birthday, we can gather with family and friends to exchange gifts.  What do you plan to give to HIM today?

Merry Christmas!
Stef

Monday, December 24, 2012

Monthly card swap - Pumpkin punch art

I LOVE punch art!  Thanks to Susan Creer!

Stamps: Gently Falling, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper:  Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Comfort Cafe DSP
Ink:  Pumpkin Pie
Accessories:  Old Olive scallop dots ribbon, Extra large oval punch, word window punch, modern label punch, bird punch, woodgrain folder, vintage wallpaper folder, dimensionals

Happy stamping!
Stef

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Doily 3x3 card

This is a darling 3x3 swap done in Raspberry Ripple and Primrose Petals.  I can't give anyone credit for this card from the swap.

Happy stamping!
Stef

Friday, December 21, 2012

Doily 3x3 Card

This was a fun card and it came with confetti inside the card!  I think that Margie Cross from Great Falls, MT made this card.  There is a cute little Christmas tree inside the card.

Ink: Gumball Green
CS: Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler
DSP: Be of Good Cheer and Snow Festival (Christmas tree inside card)
Accessories: Old Olive Brad, Punch Pack (Christmas tree), Doily punch, dimensionals

Happy stamping!
Stef

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Joy 3x3 Card

This is a lovely 3x3 Christmas card.  There are lots of punches in this project and the inside was nicely done; I totally spaced on taking a picture of the inside.

It is really snowy and windy here this morning.  The electricity has already blinked off once so I am bracing myself for a power outage due to the high winds.  The weather looks nasty for the day.  Hope you all stay warm!

Happy stamping!
Stef

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Candy Cane 3x3 card

Brenda Bierens made this cute 3x3 card.  I love it!  Behind the candy cane opening she layered ribbons in alternating colors to mimic a candy cane.  Thank you, Brenda!

Happy stamping!
Stef

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Mitten 3x3 card

This is a fabulous 3x3 card and one of my favorites!  The scrapbook paper, mitten punch and the mitten yarn look great together!  Wish I had a name...

Today I got all 50 of my Christmas cards in the mail AND I sent packages to my three grandmothers (cards...shhh...).  I also bought a roll of 100 forever stamps because the gal at the PO told me that postage was set to go up in a few weeks.  Hopefully the roll will keep me for a bit.  LOL!  Wednesday is our last day of school for the year and I am so excited!!!

Happy stamping!
Stef

Monday, December 17, 2012

Tri-fold 3x3 Christmas card

It is so overcast today (and has been) that my pictures are not that bright.  I wish that I could give credit to someone but this person in the swap did not include a recipe.

Happy stamping!
Stef

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Monthly swap card - Thanks card

This is a great card!!  Thanks to suzistamps!

Stamp Set:  Full of Blessings
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Soft Suede, Sahara Sand, Old Olive, Black
Cardstock:  Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla
Accessories: Summer Starfruit ribbon, naturals brads, mini glue dots, mat pack

Happy stamping!
Stef

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Monthly swap - Happy Birthday

Thanks to Tisha Jarboe for this great card!

Stamps:  French Foliage, Itty Bitty Banners
Ink:  Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, Gumball Green
Cardstock: Gumball Green, Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla
Accessories:  Gumball Green ribbon, Big Shot, Bitty Banner framelits

Happy stamping!
Stef

Monday, December 10, 2012

Updated You are Love Card

Here is my updated version of the Love card.  I am MUCH happier with this version and it took me less time to assemble all of the components than if I had used the Beautiful Wings embossslit for each card.  LOL!  The new butterfly punch in the next catalog will be perfect for this card.  I might break it out early; it is on its way to my house!!!  Hooray!

Happy stamping!
Stef

Stamps:
You are Loved

Colors used:
Raspberry Ripple
Whisper White
Pretty in Pink (card base)

Punches:
Full Heart
Decorative Label
Oval punch
Boho Blossoms
Butterfly

Supplies:
Big Shot
Vintage Wallpaper folder
Large Scallop circle die
Medium Scallop Circle die (two on the die)
3" circle die (wish I had the bigger one)
Sponges
Pearls
Paper Piercing tool and mat
Raspberry Ripple or Primrose Petals ribbon
dimensionals
Sticky Strip or Miracle Tape
Snail

Saturday, December 8, 2012

Club Project - You are Loved Feminine Card

Please forgive the multiple pinks in this card.  I just couldn't decide which color to use!  LOL!  I think that I will stick with Raspberry Ripple and Primrose Petals so that I can use the matching ribbon (it is already in my craft closet).  This is just the prototype.  I plan to either add olive in the card somewhere else or change the "Love" to a shade of pink.  I ran into the issue that the card base had to be cut out of 12x12 so I might even have to switch to Pretty in Pink or Whisper White because that is what is in my stash.

I will post an updated version of the card on Sunday or Monday.  I just finished working on 300 mailings for our church's Ladies Conference so time has been a bit of an issue.  (-:  I do have the other projects prepped and ready to go for Monday's club.  I did save this one for last and I still have to work on the larger card version for my 3x3.  I wanted to save some fun for today while the kids were at their grandparents farm.  

Stamps:
You are Loved

Colors used:
Regal Rose (switching to Raspberry Ripple?)
Whisper White
Pretty in Pink (switching to Primrose Petals?)
Old Olive (not sure if I am keeping it?)

Punches:
Full Heart
Decorative Label
Oval punch

Supplies:
Big Shot
Beautiful Wings folder
Vintage Wallpaper folder
Large Scallop circle die
Medium Scallop Circle die (two on the die)
3" circle die (wish I had the bigger one)
Sponges
Pearls
Paper Piercing tool and mat
Raspberry Ripple or Primrose Petals ribbon
dimensionals
Sticky Strip or Miracle Tape
Snail

Happy stamping!
Stef

Friday, December 7, 2012

Club Project - Masculine You are Loved Card

Sorry!  I totally forgot about posting yesterday even though I had this one ready.  Yesterday was crazy busy with errands and pictures in the Governor's Gardens.  I will post them soon to show off my two darling children.  (-:

Here is a card that would not be too "foofy" for the man in your life!  LOL!  I kept it simple; sponging and distressing add a deeper look.

Stamps:
You are Loved

Colors:
Old Olive
Whisper White
Pool Party
Cherry Cobbler marker

Supplies:
Stapler and staples
Decorative Label punch
Oval punch
Old Olive dotted ribbon
Scissors or distressing tool

Happy stamping!
Stef


Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Club Project You Are Loved 3x3 card

This card will be my demo project for the month.  All projects this month will feature the You Are Loved stamp set and get us ready for Valentines Day...hooray!  I plan to do a "normal" card in this design so come back tomorrow!

Stamps:
You are Loved
Love Blossoms wheel

Colors:
Crumb Cake (almost said Creamy Caramel...LOL)
Pretty in Pink
Regal Rose
Very Vanilla

Supplies:
Stampin Around handle and Regal Rose cartridge
Pearls
Scissors (distress edges)
Big Shot
Polka Dot folder (one of my favs)
Decorative Label punch
Oval punch
Sponges
Dimensionals
Snail

Happy stamping!
Stef

Monday, December 3, 2012

Holiday Packaging Bundles



Around the holidays, people are always looking for cute ways to package little treats and gifts for co-workers, teachers, neighbors, and friends. At 20% savings, holiday packaging bundles are an affordable and adorable solution. Simply add a treat or gift and assemble.

Because holiday packaging bundles don't require any stamping, cutting, or creating, they give you the perfect reason to reach out to everyone who's giving gifts this holiday season-even if they are NOT papercrafters.

Trimmings & Tags Bundle
Item 132769
$13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes
  • Gusseted Cellophane Bags (25 bags; 5" x 3" x 11-1/2")
  • Snow Festival Designer Printed Tags (25 double-sided tags; 4-1/2" x 3-1/8")
  • Cherry Cobbler 1/4" Sweater Trim (10 yards)
Petite Treats Bundle
Item 132770
$13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes
  • Glassine Bags with die-cut edges (10 bags; 3" x 5" x 1-1/2")
  • Handmade Holidays Stitched Felt (8 pieces)
  • Gumball Green 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (10 yards)

Snowman punch art

Imagine my shock when I realized that Saturday was my brother's birthday (gasp) which meant that I forgot to put my swaps in the mail to Cheryl!!!  She graciously informed me that I could flat rate them to her and, as long as I had them to her mid-week, I could sneak into the swap.  Hooray!  Here is my cute snowman.  What a weekend though!  Bama barely won the SEC Championship and my hubby is sick. 

Pardon the funky angle...I had a difficult time getting just the right light to show the details.

Stamps: Fabulous Phrases

Colors:  Whisper White, Marina Mist, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie

Punches:  Boho Blossoms, Dec. Label, Word Window, Modern Label, Largest oval, smallest oval, smallest circle (punch pack)

Supplies: Big Shot, Woodgrain folder, Northern Flurries folder, Sponges, Gold brads, punch or paper piercing tool with mat, real red ribbon, white gel pen, Black marker, dimenstionals, snail adhesive

Happy stamping!
Stef

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Comfort and Joy Card

This cute swap was made by Kathy White.

Stamp:
Scentsational Season
Word Play

Paper:
Be of Good Cheer DSP
Cherry Cobbler
Vanilla
Gumball Green

Other:
Dazzling Details
Scallop trim border punch
Bakers twine, Cherry Cobbler

Happy Stamping!
Stef

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Joy Christmas Card

This is my favorite from this months swaps.  Thank you to Deb Lippert!

Stamps:
Joyous Celebration
More Merry Messages

Paper:
Cherry Cobbler
Basic Black
Very Vanilla

DSP:
Natural Composition

Ink:
Black
Cherry Cobbler
Soft Suede

Other:
Black embossing powder
Heat tool
Crochet ribbon
Jumbo Oval punch
Rhinestone jewel

Happy stamping! 
Stef

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Frosty Friends Card

This card is from Susan Creer.

The kids are finally on the mend...hooray!  I took them to the doc yesterday and he gave them antibiotics.  They both had sinus infections and one even had an ear infection (no pain)!  I always waffle about taking them to the doc about every little thing but I was very glad that I did this time!

Hope you are having fun prepping for the holidays!

Stamps:
Frosty Friends
Mixed Medley
Teeny Tiny Wishes

Paper:
Raspberry Ripple
Pool Party
Whisper White

Ink:
Raspberry Ripple
Pool Party
Basic Black

Other:
Raspberry Ripple ribbon
Labels Framelits
Word Window Punch
Modern Label Punch
Fancy Fan Folder
Markers
Sponge
Dimensionals

Happy stamping!
Stef

Monday, November 26, 2012

Holiday Keepsakes Card

I LOVE this card!  It does not look as impressive in the pictures but the rhinestones and champagne glimmer paper really pop on the card.  I would love to give someone credit but there was no name.

Happy stamping!
Stef

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Evergreen Card

This is another great card but does not look as good in photos.  I love this stamp set!!!  I was pleased to hear that it will be a carryover.  Shhh...

I am still at home with sick kiddos.  Travis and I are taking turns going to church today so that we can each have a moment of sanity.  LOL!   I get tonight so I can go to choir practice and also work with the kids choir to prep for the Christmas program.  I just love Christmas songs!!!

Happy stamping!
Stef

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Ornament Joy Card

This is another great card from the monthly swap but there was no "recipe" inside the card so I don't know who created it.

Sorry for the lack of posting these past few days; my kiddos have been sick and I totally forgot about posting.  LOL!  

Happy stamping!
Stef

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Merry Christmas Card

Thank you to Amy Petterson!

Stamps:
More Merry Messages
Christmas Lodge

Ink:
Cherry Cobbler

Paper:
Gumball Green
Cherry Cobbler
Be of Good Cheer DSP
Very Vanilla

Other:
Gumball Green marker
Basic Black marker
Extra lg oval punch
Designer Frames folders
Big Shot
Gumball Green ribbon
Dimensionals

Happy Stamping!
Stef

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

My stamping nook

Well...here goes!  I just spent over 12 hours sorting and pitching.  I had my sewing stuff and part of my stamp stuff in the closet and the rest of the stamp stuff was in the laundry room.  "Stuff" is such a great word; it accurately describes what we accumulate in our lives.  LOL!  Now the stamping closet is JUST FOR STAMPING (note to self).  Some of you have been curious what my nook looks like so here is the big reveal.  Hope you are not too disappointed. 

Below the desk (under the color caddy) there are plastic drawers of retired stamps, envelopes, etc.

Happy Thanksgiving!
Stef





Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Club Project Illuminated Evergreen card


The first card was my first effort but just not fancy enough for my club ladies!  I changed out the paper to Early Espresso from Basic Black and added a few layers and embellishments.  Hope you like it, Ladies!

Stamp Set:
Evergreen

Colors:
Early Espresso
Whisper White
Riding Hood Red

Punches:
Cupcake Builder (for the pot)

Supplies:
Early Espresso tulle
Faceted buttons
Glue dots
Illuminate pad
Early Espresso bakers string
Vintage folder (holiday catalog)
Champagne glimmer paper (LOVE IT)
Holiday framelits
Big Shot and pads
Dimensionals
Scissors
Snail

Happy stamping!
Stef

Monday, November 19, 2012

Club Project - Evergreen Card with a Twist

 This card was created by Suzanne Carlisle, my upline.  The ladies at club loved it and so the card below is my version.  Both of my club project cards will be made with the Evergreen stamp set.


 This is a fun club project!  It is fairly simple to make if you have the proper tools.
  1. Cut Vanilla CS long (4 1/4" x 11").
  2. On the Simply Scored score from the top right corner to the bottom left corner.  I made a mark down the entire 6" groove with a sharpie marker not long after I purchased it because the mark simplifies life.  (-:
  3. Fold the card in half and burnish heavily.
  4. Cut the DSP 2 x 5 1/2" long.  Cut it diagonally from the top right corner to the bottom left corner.  I lined up the corners in the groove of the cutter.
Stamp Set:
Evergreen
Delightful Dozen

Colors:
Very Vanilla
Early Espresso
Crumb Cake
Lucky Limeade
Always Artichoke

Punches:  
2 3/8" scallop circle punch
2 1/2" circle punch

Supplies:
Simply Scored
Festival of Prints DSP
Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding ribbon
 Big Shot and platform
3" circle die
Champagne shimmer paint (8 or 9 drops in a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol)
Dazzling Details (Cherry Cobbler or Clear)
Holiday Collection Framelits (the star)
Champagne glitter paper
Sponges
Adhesive, snail and sticky strip
Dimensionals

Happy stamping!
Stef

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Club Project Gift Card Holder


I always struggle with knowing what to do with gift cards; they get lost in the bags and you can't wrap them!  Here is a cute idea and you could hang it on the tree!

Stamp Set:
Petite Pairs

Colors:
Cherry Cobbler
Very Vanilla

Supplies:
Festival of Prints DSP
Empty toilet paper tube
Sticky Strip
Oval punches
Scallop oval punch

Happy stamping!
Stef

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Online Extravaganza starts November 19th!

November 19-28, 2012
The Online Extravaganza promotion is our biggest online sale of the year! We want to make it easier for you to get sales during a time when lots of people are doing their holiday shopping, but not necessarily holding Stampin' Up! parties. So during these 10 days only, you can get incredible discounts-up to 50 percent-on some of your favorite products!
In addition, there will be three products 20 percent off for 24-hours only on both the first and last days of Online Extravaganza-our very own doorbusters! Woot!
Monday, November 19, midnight - 11:50 PM (MT)
Page
Item
Description
Retail Price
24-Hour
Sale Price
181
125586
Simply Scored Diagonal Plate
$11.95
$9.56
186
113439
Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine
$99.95
$79.96
186
113474
Big Shot Doctor's Bag
$69.95
$55.96
Wednesday, November 28, midnight - 11:50 PM (MT)
Page
Item
Description
Retail Price
24-Hour
Sale Price
7
118941 Clear Block Bundle (Blocks A-I)
$66.95
$53.56
7
120279 Clear Block Storage Caddy
$16.95
$13.56
175
109127 Stack & Store Caddy
$34.95
$27.96












Happy stamping!





Stef

Friday, November 16, 2012

Sweet Deals from Stampin' Up!

Dates: November  1 - December 16, 2012
Promotion Details: November 1st through December 16th hostesses who hold a minimum $450 party during the promotion period will receive a FREE collection of Classic Stampin Pads--they can choose from Brights, Subtles, or Regals--a $49.95 value!  Plus, the free ink is in addition to the regular hostess benefits--INK-redible!


New demonstrators who join the Stampin' Up! family during the promotion period will received a FREE collection of Classic Stampin Pads--they can choose from Brights, Subtles, or Regals! It's INK-redible!

 If you have debated about whether or not to join (hobby demos still get all of the perks) now is a good time to try it out!   Try it for three months and, if it does not work, drop.  There is no penalty and no one calls to bug you.  The perks are:  free stamping magazine from the company, 20% off every order (the first one is actually 30% off), and a fabulous starter kit with bonus ink pads this month!  Call or email if you are interested.  I give as much support as my demonstrators want and will readily answer questions.




Due to our partnership with Sizzix, we are pleased to be able to offer a test run of the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine in our North American markets. We have 4,000 available to be sold only while supplies last. If this product test goes well, we may offer the Texture Boutique again in the future.
The Texture Boutique works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece. This machine embosses only; it does not die cut. Because this is a product test, the Texture Boutique is not branded with the Stampin' Up! logo. It comes in Sizzix packaging and is the same color and design that is sold in stores. We recommend you read the included instructions before using the Texture Boutique and that you pass the same recommendation on to customers who purchase it.
'Tis the season of giving, and the Texture Boutique makes a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to create their own elegant embossed art. To help you with your gift-giving needs, we're offering a special value bundle that saves you $5.90. If you prefer, you can also purchase the Texture Boutique alone. Looking for stocking stuffers? Pick up some additional embossing folders.
Texture Boutique Bundle
Item 132700
$39.95 (a $45.85 value)
Includes
  • Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
  • Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
  • Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
Texture Boutique Embossing Machine
Item 132657
$29.95
Includes
  • Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
 Happy stamping!
Stef

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Demo meeting mini album contest

Suzanne had a mini album contest and the winner received a $100 Stampin Up gift certificate.  I came in second.  (-:  Here are some of the other entries.  If you look back in my blog you will see my entry.  I don't think that I had enough pockets....




Happy stamping!
Stef

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Demo meeting swaps

At the demo meeting (see post yesterday) there were lots of swaps.  I did not have the time to participate in all of them so I decided to take pictures.  (-:  There was card candy (bling for cards) among other goodies!








Happy stamping!
Stef