How to make your own texturz plate for your Big Shot

Good Morning Stampers I was looking at DOstamping with Dawn's blog the other day and she showed how to make your own texturz plate for the Big Shot so I decided to try it.  I used the Tulipe Bigz Die because it's one of my favorite dies.  What I Did: To create the texturz plate, I glued two six by six inch pieces of the cardboard backing from the Designer… Read More »

Fond Farewell to Lovely Lilac

Good Morning Stampers:  So many of my favorite colors are going away this June but I know that I will have new favorites come July!  Lovely Lilac is a favorite from the Rich Regals Family.  Today's card features Lovely Lilac and Almost Amethyst – two colors that will be retiring.  I also used Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set which is 20% off this month. I really liked how this card… Read More »

Spotlight on Style Card Set Tutorial – Limited Time Offer

Let me show you how to get the most out of your stamping investment.  This tutorial will illustrate how to create four unique all-occasion cards using one all purpose greeting stamp set, an artistic stamp set, some ribbon and a few techniques. From wonderful to ‘WOW’ using a few essential supplies. The tutorial will also show you how you can take the same card design and use it for a formal occasion such… Read More »

Free Blog Candy

Good Morning Stampers:  How about some blog candy!  Would you like the Happy Moments Clear Mounted Stamp Set?    Well you can have a chance to win this stamp set by leaving a comment on my blog between now and 30 April 2010.  On 1 May, I'll select a winner using random.org. Thanks for stopping by  To place an order or to shop 24/7, click here

Another contest

Good Morning Stampers! Time for another contest.  If you are a customer of mine, be on the lookout for the Summer Mini Catalog.  If you haven't received it already, you will soon.  When you do receive it, hold on to it.  I'm going to be calling you to ask the following question:  "What stamp set on page __ begins with the letter __?"  If you can answer the question when… Read More »

Elements of Style – Sneak Peek

Good Morning Stampers: Today's card features the stamp set Elements of Style from the Summer Mini Catalog.  This set was given to all the attendees of the Leadership Training Conference held in Phoenix, AZ in January.  It's a gorgeous set and part of Shelli's collection. What I did: Ruby Red card stock was cut to 5 1/2" x 11". I folded it in half using the bone folder to give… Read More »

And the winner is????

Good Morning Stampers: The lucky person who will receive Whimsical Words (Clear Mount) Stamp Set is Number 19. Alvina Robicheau (robichal@gov.ns.ca) has left you a comment: What a beautiful card for a little girl. You did a great job with this one…as you always do! Alvina Please send me your mail address so that I can send you Whimsical Words. Thanks to everyone who participated.  Another contest will start tomorrow,… Read More »

WhooHoo!

Good Morning Stampers! I signed up for convention this morning and I am so excited.  I plan to be there from Sunday (July 18)  until Sunday (July 25).  Though the convention is only from Wednesday through Saturday, I am participating in the Late Night Stampers Group activities which include swaps, card making, WOW sessions and a lot of fun.  I'll be an instructor for the Monday 8:00 am Class (Big Grin!).… Read More »

Greenhouse Garden meets Shabby Chic!

Good Morning Stampers  Today's post features the Greenhouse Garden Stamp Set which is on sale for  $20.95 until 30 April 2010.  Click here for all the details.  I decided to make this card shabby chic even though this stamp set screams "Modern, Bold, Bright!".  I also am using Pale Plum which is due to retire on 30 June 2010.  This was one of my favorite colors and loved to combine… Read More »

Time is running out!

Good Morning Stampers: Eastern blooms Card Kit Whether for Mother's Day or for any day, this Eastern Blooms card set makes the perfect gift.  The bright bold colors of the Thoroughly Modern Designer Series Paper add such a beautiful splash of color to the over-sized cards, coordinating envelopes and gusseted envelope holder that your recipients are sure to be wowed.  This card kit will only be available until 15 April… Read More »