Simply Said

I'm working on a couple of projects that I can't talk about today – shhhhh – it's a surprise.  Stay tune for more information around the end of the month. I decided to make a very simple but elegant card for today's post.  I pulled out my poor neglected Simply Said stamp set and used the sentiment from it.  I like this sentiment and if I decide to sell my… Read More »

Free In-color Markers!

Free In-color markers to the first 5 people who sign up to become part of my Stampin' Up! Team, the Golden Girls.  This is in addition to the $25.00 gift certificate if you sign up before 31 July 2009.  At $85.00 for the start up kit, there couldn't be a better time to sign up as a demonstrator. Take advantage of this exciting offer now!  Click here for all the details.

Become a Golden Girl!

Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for only $85.00 (15 July – 31 August 2009) Have you thought of joining Stampin' Up! for fun?  Do you want a little extra to pay some bills or support your crafting habit?  Do you enjoy getting together with others who enjoy stamping as much as you? I'd love for you to join my team as a Golden Girl. As a BONUS…join between July 15 and… Read More »

Inspired by Nature

Today's card includes Splitcoast Stampers' Monday Challenge (Try a New Technique).  It's TLC229 hosted by Lynn in St Louis.  The challenge was to make a card using the faux grid technique.  You can get all the directions here.  I tried taking a picture with the white background but the picture seemed washed out so I decided to try a black background.  What do you think? Thanks for stopping by and see… Read More »

OOOOps!

It's the Fire not the Ice Rhinestone brads that are on sale until 7/19/09   The third deal of the week is July 13 – July 20 9:50 am (MT) Square Fire Rhinestone Brads Item #109112 Reg Price:  10.95, Sale Price:  $6.99 If you would like to order e-mail me or click here for 24/7 shopping Thanks for visiting!

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 »

Deal of the Week #3 – Square Fire Rhinestone Brads

   Square Ice (109113) regular $10.95 – Sale $6.99 To place an order, click here

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 »