With Sympathy

Today's card came about because of two things:  (1) needed to come up with cards for this month's stamp camp which will consist of sympathy cards.  We all need them but are not usually in a mood to make them when we really need them! and (2) I decided to join in on the late night stampers challenge #31 which is to  make a monochromatic card.   When I think… Read More »

Get Well Soon

It's time for another masculine card and I decided to use sketch SSC110 from Stamping411  for today's post. Here's my card  I used both Soft Summer which didn't make it into the catalog :-(  and Sincere Salutations.   I used Nouveau Chic Designer Series Paper for the background and added a touch of red around the main image to give it a pop! Thanks for visiting! To Order any of these… Read More »

Peace Within Card Directions

I have the card directions for the two cards that were showcased during the Royal Blog Tour 26-28 July 2009.  I will not able to complete the directions for the box that was displayed with the cards but I will have it finished within the next couple of days.   Download Peace Within.pdf (55.2K) Download Peace Within, Card 2.pdf (78.4K) Thanks for visiting – hope to see you tomorrow!

Would you like a free Big Shot?

Of course you would! From 1 August until 31 August 2009,  I am holding the most exciting promotion I have ever put together in my five years as a demonstrator.  I will be giving away a Big Shot (value $99.00), Page 194 of the Idea Book & Catalog to a very lucky person – totally free!  No shipping, no tax, nothing.  Just the Big Shot die cut machine. And how… Read More »

August Specials – Free Growth Chart and Designer Buttons

During August & September, Stampin’ Up is celebrating kids, and we’ve got 2 great deals for the young at heart. 1. From August 1-September 30 only, get the exclusive Decor Elements Growth chart – plus, receive a free applicator tool!   117519 Growth Chart $24.95 2. From August 1-31 only, spend $35 on stamp sets* from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (pages 74-90 – see… Read More »

Always Embrace Life

Hey what a neat saying from the titles of two stamp sets.  I usually put the title of the stamp set as the title of the post and I like this!  It's a philosophy we should all live by. I just can't stay away from the new in-colors.  They are beautiful, bold and bright and I love them anyway (LOL)!.  This card was inspired by one I saw several months… Read More »

Guest Stamper – Dorothy Conrardy

Today's guest stamper is Dorothy Conrardy.  Dorothy has been stamping for several years and became one of my customers about 3 years ago.  She is very creative and makes the most beautiful cards. About a week ago, I sent out a request for directions on how to make a Geisha girl out of punches.  This request was not for me but for Dorothy.  She had seen a picture of one… Read More »

And the winner is?………

Thanks for taking the tour and for all the wonderful comments you left on my blog. For me, it was like Christmas or my birthday – every time I received a comment it was like opening up a gift!  Thank you so much! And now I'm sure you're all wondering who won my blog candy. CANDY BLOG WINNER:  KATHY AT KLARRIVEY@COMCAST.NET Kathy, please let me know what you would like… Read More »

Final Deal of the Week – Heart to Heart Punch

You're going to love our Heart to Heart Punch, especially on 27-31 July when it's just $10.99 – that's more than 30% off the regular price of $15.95! Item #113694 $10.99, Page 187 Don't miss out on this great deal – To order this product or shop 24/7, click here Thanks for visiting!

Simple Friendship Card Kit

Just a couple of more days for this card kit – 31 July is the deadline. The neutral Colors of the Bella Bleu Designer Series Paper combined with the Simple Friendship stamp set gives this card set a vintage feel that brings us back to the days when sending hand-written notes to our friends and loved ones was common.  With this kit you'll create a card portfolio and 4 standard-sized… Read More »