My dear kind &………..

I decided to participate in this weeks challenge (SSC102) from Stamping 411.  I don't know if you are familiar with Stamping 411 but it's a blog where you will be able to get the 411 and basic instructions for stamping with style! Learn how to: cut your paper condition your stamps basic design principals techniques and of course, enter weekly challenges Check them out sometime!  Stamping 411 Here's my card I am… Read More »

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Simple Friendship

Today's card kicks off something new I am offering with the start of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog.  It's card kits for all of you that are just too busy to attend classes or live too far away to come to my classes.  I'll be adding new card kits often so please be sure and check out the "Card Kits" tab on a regular basis.  The first card kit features… Read More »

Country Morning

This stamp set is called Country Morning and it's a Hostess Level 1 Stamp Set.  I decided to use the Bella Rose Designer Series Paper even though it's retired because the checkered pattern in that pack looks so country. The main image and the sentiment are both stamped on Naturals Ivory using the Brown Stazon Ink.  I colored in the rooster using Ruby Red, Old Olive, Creamy Caramel, More Mustard,… Read More »

On Newsstands!

Stampin' Up! is currently featured in a few magazines, and we're excited to share these editorial placements with you! Better Homes & Gardens 100 Decorating Ideas under $100 (July 2009 issue)Stampin' Up! is featured in a two-page spread which encourages dressing up everyday basic furniture with our craft supplies such as Designer Series papers, punches, and Décor Elements. Specific products featured include our Scallop Circle and 1-3/8" Circle punches, and… Read More »

A Kind Word

I cannot believe I am making this card for my granddaughter, Sydney, so far in advance.  Her birthday isn't until  13 September.  I'm usually rushing around making a card and trying to get it in the mail before her birthday!  I love these two little girls from a Kind Word and they are perfect for my 10 year old granddaughter. I decide to use Parisian Breeze DSP which retired last month… Read More »

And the winner is?????

I want to thank everyone for their gracious comments.  I really enjoy updating this blog and I'm so glad that many of you are inspired by my postings. The winner of the blog candy is No. 27    Such talent and the graciousness to share with all of us ……. Posted by: Liz | July 07, 2009 at 12:03 PM Liz Please contact me at rachel@stampingbyrachel.com and let me know what you… Read More »

We are very excited to announce that our blog tour is only a few weeks away, and the team is hoping to bring you a fantastic tour of creativity and fun! If you want to know all about the coming tour, then please subscribe to this blog. You'll notice that we have posted some fantastic interviews with some of your favorite stampers! There will be more to come and lots… Read More »

Friends 24-7

This stamp set is one of my favorites because you know I love floral stamp sets!  The designer series paper is Raspberry Tart which retired last month (boohoo).  I decided to use watercolor paper with this card.  I stamped the image with Black Stazon, then colored in the flowers with Regal Rose and Rose Red Stampin' Write Markers.  The leaves were colored in using a blender pen and Kiwi Kiss… Read More »

Animal Stories

This has got to be one of the cutest stamp sets from Stampin' Up! in a long time!  I love this stamp set and my preference is usually the flowery ones.  All the images are cute from the Giraffe to the Elephant to the Whale to the Owl (which I think is a cat!). I used the Tall Tales Designer Series Paper with Brilliant Blue and Old Olive card stock. … Read More »