Ink, Stamp and Scrap

Blossom Builder Kit Continues

Here is another card that we will be making at Stamp a Stack next week.  Remember that you need to RSVP by the 11th (that's this Saturday!).  You can click HERE to RSVP.

I love using the Blossom Builder kit to make thee cards because it goes together so quickly.  The Edgelit die cut and Edgelit Accent embossing folder make the final touches!

Here are the supplies I used:

Paper: Twitterpatted DSP, Poppy Parade Cardstock, Whisper White Cardstock  
Other: Blossom Builder Kit, In Color Glimmer Brads, Flourettes
Big Shot: Adorning Accents Embossing Folder, Adorning Accents Edgelit

Have a great day!

February Stamp Club Card

I can't wait to share this card with you on Thursday night at Stamp Club.  You are welcome to attend the club as a member or just take the class for $15.  Here is the Valentine "WOW" card we will be making:

Tell me what you think by leaving a comment below.  I really enjoy getting your input so that I can make this blog better for you.  If you want to register for any of my upcoming classes you can click HERE for details.

 

Apothecary Art

One of my favorite new stamp sets from the Occasion Mini is Apothecary Art.  It coordinates with our new Framelit Cutters (the label set).  I would love to share this with you at Card Class.  This will be one of the cards we make on Feburary 16 at my home in Trumbull (06611).

I used the new Attic Boutique Designer Series paper and Pool Party Seam Binding.  I hope you can make this class if you live locally.  By the way, stay tuned for a GREAT announcement for those of you who love to feed your stamping passion with online tips and ideas.  How about some online classes and a monthly Demonstration just like what I do for my local ladies?  Details soon - check back often!

Have a great day!

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40th Birthday Sample and Carryover Products

I'm so excited that the Silver Glimmer paper is one of the carryovers from the Holiday Mini.  You can click on the flyer at the end of this post to see all the great products you can still get.  Here is the card I made for a very good friend who celebrated her 40th last month.  We had a great time at the party and I will be showing you a little of the MDS Memory Book I made later on.  

I used the following to make the card:

Cardstock/Paper: Wonder Wisteria, Whisper White, Silver Glimmer, Concord Crush DSP, Concord Crush
Accessories: Paper Doily Sizzlit, Scallop Circles #2 Die, Timeless Type Alphabet, Large Scallop Circle Punch

Classes are starting up for 2012 - don't miss out.  Click HERE to see all I'm offering.  If you'd like to see all the carryover products you can click HERE.

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Quick Christmas Cards

With Thanksgiving tomorrow I thought I'd show you some really cute and quick Christmas cards you can still consider making this year. Don't forget to take advantage of all the great specials available. You can see them in HERE.

If you need help ordering or would like to stop by my house for help with cutting just get in touch. I'm happy to help you in any way I can.

For this sample I used many of the stamps from the Tags til Christmas stamp set. I also used the fun new Square Duo die for the Big Shot. Don't forget that the first people to purchase the Big Shot on Friday get a great gift from me FREE SHOPPING DOLLARS in December! See the details HERE.

This sample uses the Tags Til Christmas Set and the square die again. I love the Candy Cane Christmas Designer Series Paper. I'm sure you can tell since I designed an entire scrapbook around it. If you want to make one there is still time to register. Just click HERE.

Have a great day!

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Wish Big

I love the new greeting set Word Play!  I used the Wish Big stamp on this elegant card.  Next week I will show you how it can be used for a playful, bright card.  Don't forget to check back.

Tomorrow is the last day to register for this week's Express Card Class.  If you live in the area be sure to click HERE and register.  Even if you can't make the class click on the link to see what we will be making.

Have a great day!
 

 

Neutrals are Cool

I just love the neutral color palette!  I'm having a great time with the new Crumb Cake.  I used it with the Soft Suede for this card.  On the bird I even sponged with the darker color. 

Don't forget that classes are posted and you can come to my house and make cards just like these.  Today is sample day so I will be posting lots of pictures during the day of the things we will be doing at our upcoming classes.  Be sure to click on Register for Classes to see all the details.

Have a great day! 

 

Sewing and the Big Shot

I had the best time making this purse.  I gave it to a friend over the holidays and forgot that I hadn't shared it with you.  I used the Scallop Square Die for the Big Shot to cut all the squares.  It was really easy to put together.  I hope to have some more sewing time in August and then I can show you some other creations.

Don't forget about the blog candy from Friday!

Enjoy your weekend -

Happy Valentine's Day

Today I wanted to share a venture that I'm taking on this winter - sewing with the Big Shot.  I have purchased all my fabric and am ready to dive in!  Here is the stack of material I will be dealing with in the coming weeks. 

We spent the day fixing up our newly renovated basement.  The kids love their new space.  My space got a little makeover too!  I will show you once I get it straightened out! 

Hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day!

Valentine Basket

Here is a great project made using the Big Shot and felt.  I used wool felt for the basket itself because it's a little heavier and made the basket sturdier.  I got this idea from Erika Martin.  I used the Baskets and Blooms Bigz die to make the basket and then the heart from the original Movers and Shapers to make the heart.  I just stitched it with embroidery thread and that was it.  The little tabs on the base make it really easy to sew - I just used one stitch per tab.

If you like to sew or have tried something different with the Big Shot and fabric - leave me a comment.  I will randomly draw one name on Monday to receive my new tutoial (available for purchase Monday) with instructions on making yesterday's box. 

 

  
  

12 Days of Heart - Day 10

Guess I'm still in a no-stamping mood.  This still conveys the heart theme though.  Tomorrow, I promise, more stamping:)  I'm finally happy with my camera settings.   Let me know what you think. 

For this card I used the following supplies:

 

  

12 Days of Heart - Day 9

I have to say this was a fun card to make.  I just kept adding things and it suddenly came together.  Leave me a comment to tell me what you think. 

Did you wonder how I got perfectly matched Pretty in Pink thread in the buttons?  It's cardstock.  I trimmed it off the side of some scrap and then used it like thread.  Sometimes it takes a couple of tries because it's so thin - but it's worth it!

Here is a closeup:

Have a great day!

 

12 Days of Heart - Day 8

Sorry this is so late - had the day off of work and you know how that goes.  A few errands took forever!  I have to admit one of them was to go to the fabric store and get lots of goodies to share in the next few weeks.  I think you're going to love them. I got candy sticks and vases to show you next week - what do you think I will do with them? 

Thanks to everyone who is taking time to fill out my little survey with the chance to WIN BIG!  Remember it closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, January 31.  Good luck!

 
Today's card has NO stamping!  I used the Pennant Die to make the triangles and the scallop at the top of the card - so cute!  Then I just ran a scrap of Regal Rose through the Big Shot again using the Heart Embosslit and wrapped the whole thing with Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon.  You can grab the scallop and pull the notecard out of the triangle holder.  I used the glittered DSP from Sending Love behind it.  Click on the picture to enlarge.  Leave a comment and tell me what you think  - would you like to try this layout in an upcoming class?

Build A Bear Card Class

Join me to stamp these cute Build a Bear cards.  I can't wait to show you how fun this product line is.  Everything works together - the stamps, dies and embosslits.  Please register by January 29 to make sure I have enough materials for you. The cost for this class is $15.   Please click here to register and pay for  your class.  You can also send a check - all the information and pictures are right there! 

Don't forget this is the last week to purchase my product samplers.  Go to THIS PAGE to get all the details.

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FREE Stamp Class Cute Box

Here is a cute box we made at the FREE Stamp Class on Friday night. We used the Matchbox Bigz Die to make the box and top.  Then we used the new Send with Love DSP, With All My Heart stamp set and Epoxy Brads to make the centerpiece.  We had a great time and everyone loved the new catalogs!  Take a moment to look at them and see if you agree. 

Have a great day!

 
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Too Cute Bear Card

THis is one of my first BEAR cards - I used the new Build A Bear dies for the Big Shot.  They are so cute!  I wish I had kids that would still enjoy these.  I can't wait until my neice and nephews' birthdays roll around this year - I am all set. 

The Designer Paper is new from the Holiday Mini to coordinate with the Build a Bear stamps and dies.

Have a great day!

With Sympathy

These embossing folders are so great!  They make cards so quickly - I make four at a time in just a few minutes. 

Unfortunately, I've sent out all four of these that I made.

Take a moment to call a friend today.

Make today a good one -

Quick Note

   
This is a quick note I've been using for a few weeks now.  I just change the greeting to suit my needs.  Went together really quick with the Big Shot - love that machine!

Have a great day!

 

Congrats to the Grad

We went to a gradation party this past weekend.  The man-of-the-hour just graduated from Trumbull High School (colors Black and Gold) and will be attending St. John's in the fall (colors Red and White with the logo like below). 

I used the Varsity Letters that were introduced last year along with the congrats from a recently retired stamp set.  The THS are embossed in gold and the STJ are stamped in Real Red.

To make the gold letters "pop" I ran the black layer through the Big Shot with the diamond Texturz plate.

For the money holder pocket I just used a scrap of black and then punched a scoop out with the 1" circle punch.  Hope you like it!

Inside the Black Tie Affair

Here is the whole package.  The flap over the top is a continuation of the silver from the front of the invitation.  The lower portion where the pocket is was created by making a 3.5 inch pocket from a 12 by 5.5 inch piece of Basic Black cardstock. 

The reception card is postcard size with white, silver and black cardstock.  The RSVP is our white notecard with envelope.  The belly band is a strip of 12 by 1.25 Basic Black with 21 inches of white organza ribbon wrapped around it.

I used a LOT of sticky strip to put this all together.  It was very fun and the bride picked then up with a smile!