What to do, what to do My preorder “stuff” came in and I could decide whether to play with it or make a card! If you would like to know how to be able to preorder Stampin’ Up! products before they become available to the public, contact me and I’ll give you the inside scope! (479) 876-7453 rachelbrumley@cox.net In the end I decided to make a card for my… Read More »
For today’s card, I used the Fabulous Florets Stamp Set. I can’t believe this set is retiring because it was so popular! Please note, if you do want to get this set, the clear version is no longer available, but you can get it in the wood mount. The flowers and butterfly were stamped with Versamark, coated with White Stampin’ Emboss Powder and set with the Heat… Read More »
For today’s card I used a non-SU stamp (gasp!!!). I selected this one for my friend Diana’s birthday. Yes, she does like the flowery ones I’ve sent in the past but when I saw this stamp on Pinterest, I fell in love with it. Diana, my other friend, Becky, and I have been close friends since high school and I thought this one would be perfect for her.I pulled the… Read More »
Latest Retiring Stamp Set and Accessories List: 2014 Retiring Stamp Sets 28 April 2014 2014 Retiring Accessories 28 April 2014 Mother’s day is not only for mothers but also for mother figures, including grandmothers, great-grandmothers, stepmothers, and foster mothers. I did not realize it was also celebrated around the world! (from the Wikipedia) It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in spring. (e.g.,… Read More »
Retiring Stamp Sets no longer available: Birthday Cake (Wood) Rev Up the Fun (Clear and Wood) Simply Star (Clear) Tag it (Clear) Woodgrain (Clear) Retiring Accessories no longer available: 2012-2014 In Color 12″ x 12″ card stock 2012-2014 In Color 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Gum Green 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Midnight Muse 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Primrose Petals 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock… Read More »
I saw this card on Facebook and fell instantly in love with it. I changed it slightly but the original was made by Michelle Last (UK demo). I think it’s so soothing and calming. The Apothecary Art Stamp Set is one that I have not used in a long time and had forgotten how beautiful it is. If you noticed the pearls, they reflect the darker color (Island Indigo) and… Read More »
The retirement list is coming out on April 20, 2014 and I am having my annual “guess which stamp sets retire” contest. So pull out the catalog and guess which ones will retire. Stay tune for more information in the next couple of days! You don’t have to live in Seattle to appreciate some gorgeous grunge–use any of the five grunge-inspired elements in the Gorgeous Grunge Stamp Set to “dirty”… Read More »
I know that the Expressions Thinlits is retired but I love this die and will continue to use it! I pulled it out it for today’s card featuring the word “Love” from the set. With all the gloomy weather around here, it’s time for a bright and cheerful card and I think this does the trick! What do you think?I started off by inking up the Off the Grid… Read More »
Share your happiness with others with the Happy Watercolor Stamp Set. It was created specifically for watercoloring and it coordinates with the Watercolor Wonder Suite. This limited-time set is only available from January 3 through May 31, 2014, so order yours today! I love, love this set and have used it numerous times: Happy Watercolor, Happy Me Like to Watercolor? Jan 2014 Thank you cards I didn’t think I liked Crisp… Read More »
This beautiful exclusive set contains three sketches and three sentiments perfect for a lovely sympathy card, birthday card, or thank you card. The imagery in the Simply Sketch Stamp Set is perfect for water coloring and is available with a qualifying order of $150.00 or more. Contact me for details on how to purchase this gorgeous stamp set.I cased this card from Pinterest and Lisa Young. Thanks Lisa! What I… Read More »
