How about some inspiration – Stampin’ Up!

Coffee Cup Stain Technique Today I’m so excited to share a fun background technique with you! My desk is a graveyard of coffee and water cups. By happy accident I noticed a cup ring on a sheet of cardstock. I thought that it would be so cute to use this on a card background with our Perfect Blend Stamp Set!! This technique is simple and fun! The best part is… Read More »

New My Paper Pumpkin Video!

Click on video above to watch. Stampin’ Up! has produced a quick video showcasing the latest (January) Paper Pumpkin Kit. Like what you see? Check out the savings on a 3 month pre-paid subscription below!   PAPER PUMPKIN SALE!  For the first time ever, Stampin’ Up! is lowering the price of their 3 month prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscription. During Sale-A-Bration (January 6-March 31) you can save $5 and instantly qualify… Read More »

I Love Lace – Stampin’ Up!

First time I’ve stamped since I got sick and it was very exhausting!  I guess I don’t have all my strength back yet.    I wanted to keep this card quick and simple. It started out to be a one layer card but I thought it looked too plain.  Adding the Cherry Cobbler as the base card gives the card a little pop.To create the one strip of the I Love… Read More »

Weekly Deals, ends 19 Jan 2015

The  weekly deals are available through my Stampin’ Store, – remember these change every Tuesday.   Come and look at the deals and place your order right away for these great, discounted products. Please note that weekly deals will be offered while supplies last!  The discount will appear in your shopping bag when you check out. Angled Tag Topper Punch [133323] $22.95 $17.21 Blackberry Bliss 3/8″ Satin Stitched Ribbon [133668] $8.95 $6.71 Hello Honey… Read More »

Hello Life

I’m still down with pneumonia and unable to make any cards.  I thought you might enjoy the valentine’s day cards made by one of our conceptual artists. Jen C. ~~Rachel The new occasions catalog is out, and I’m so excited for everyone to see the great new products for sale. I have so many favorites that it’s difficult to pick just one! One stamp set that stood out for me… Read More »

Sharing Time

Sorry but I am still laid up with recovering from pneumonia so I haven’t been working in my craft room.  I did try to make a simple card yesterday but it didn’t turned out. Instead, I thought I would share some gorgeous cards I found on Pinterest.  I have these stamps and I will be casing these cards because I think they are beautiful.  My new favorite stamp set is… Read More »

Stampin’ Up! Video’s on the new Occasions Catalog

I’m still down with pneumonia so I thought I would share these Stampin’ Up! videos.Make a berry basket that’s just the right size to hold a little something special. Watch this video to learn what you can do with some paper, a Big Shot, and the Berry Basket Bigz L Die. Create your own cheery paper bouquet with this kit. Watch this video to learn how to make each type… Read More »

WHOOOHOOO Sale-a-Bration is here!

Woohooo – the biggest Stampin’UP! sales of event of the year is here. It’s our most anticipated event with something for everyone- hostesses, customers, new demonstrators, current demonstrators.  I can’t wait to help you maximize your spending power and crafting time with awesome new products and great deals. Our biggest sales event of the year isn’t just about sales—it’s about rewards, too! Earn free products when you shop, join as… Read More »

Hello You – Stampin’ Up! – Masculine Monday

I finally got the crud that everyone is coming down with!  This was a quick and simple card to make.  I used the new Hello You Framelits from the Occasions catalog which goes live on 6 Jan (Tuesday).  I love so many of the new items from this catalog and then with the free items from the sale-a-bration, it’s couldn’t get any better! Hey, I will be having a special… Read More »

Faux Rusted Metal Embellishments – Stampin’ Up!

These are beautiful!  Found these on the Stampin’ Up! Blog.  Enjoy! I love all things shabby and vintage, and although this passion doesn’t surface much in my papercrafting projects, it’s always fun to play. A little while ago I visited an absolutely fabulous salvage yard where I found loads of rusted metal filing cabinets, signage, and almost anything else you could think of. My mind was spinning! How could I… Read More »