I wished I had a card to share with you but I've been under the weather lately.   My asthma is acting up and I've had to go to the doctor.   But I have something that is much better – an opportunity to get a FREE Stampin' Up! catalog which will be released on 1 July 2009. If you would like a new Stampin' Up! catalog, please let me know.  It… Read More »

For many people, scrapbooking has played an important role in their lives. It may have started with something simple: the first time they placed a sticker on a piece of paper or picked up a camera. Perhaps for you, it was the first time you realized you could make money doing what you love! But no matter what brought a person to scrapbooking, all scrapbookers have something in common with… Read More »

This post will stay at the top until Tuesday, 26 May 2009.   Please scroll down for the latest cards and projects. Because of your bravery, courage, and sacrifice, Liberty and freedom are still ours. We are deeply grateful   Memorial day should be a time of reflection, remembering those who have gone before us, paying the ultimate sacrifice for freedom, their lives. These two cards are going to the Cards… Read More »

Well almost!  I was able o order the new Fall-Winter 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalogs.  Aren't you excited about seeing what Stampin' Up! is offering on 1 July 2009?  Stay tune for the date of the Open House Party which should be sometime during the first week in July.  Starting on 1 June, I will be able to pre-order all kinds of fun stuff like the new in-colors and a… Read More »

I am so sorry but I've been neglecting this blog and you!  I've been so busy with a group I recently joined called Business Stampers Coaching Group.  I'll try to do a lot better in the future.  I received this stamp a couple of weeks ago and have been aching to try it out.  I think it's one of the prettiest flowers in a vase stamp I've seen in a… Read More »

This is not a Stampin' Up! stamp but I wanted to use it anyway for my daughter Stephanie.  This is the way I remember Stephanie and not the 31 year old she is today.  I guess it's because she is the baby of the family. This is the card I made for my oldest daughter Deena.  As you can see by the style of the cards, they are complete opposites.… Read More »

I don't know if you are aware that we have a Product Price Guide where you can find products in a specific price range for easy shopping.  It's the perfect place to go to when you are shopping for a gift for a special occasion.  It's broken down into products under $10.00 $25.00 $50.00 $100.00 What's even better that within each price range, it's broken down further into categories such… Read More »

Today's card is in celebration of Cinco de Mayo.  I did not have an appropriate SU stamp so I thought I'd used this cute little guy instead (I've had him for a couple of years).  The rest of the post includes the history of Cinco de Mayo and my favorite meal to make on this special occasion – Chicken Mole!  I've also included the recipe. History of Cinco de Mayo While not… Read More »

Rubber Stamping On Chocolate by Susan Rice Give a hand stamped romantic treat to your sweetheart by stamping extra special chocolates. You will need some cooking oil, store bought chocolates, little paper liners for individual chocolates to sit in and small clear acrylic rubber stamps. Experiment with different chocolate brands. It may be easiest to begin on solid chocolates. 1. Place a small amount of vegetable oil on a paper… Read More »

  It's time for another Christmas Stamping all Year Long Blog entry.  I bet you've never heard of red snowflakes - I thought I'd try something a little different.  Another card down toward my stash of Christmas Card for 2009.  Am I ever going to be ready!  How about you – have you started on your Christmas cards? Recipe: Stamp Set:  Snow Swirled for sentiment Paper:  Old Olive, Natural Ivory, Bravo… Read More »