The Fortunate Stamper - Stampin' Up! &Card Making and More

New Stampin Up Grab Bags

2011-04-02T08:19:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Here's another fun promotion! Starting April 1st until supplies last you can purchase grab bags filled with retired Stampin' Up merchandise at a fabulous price!

Clearance Rack Grab Bag (April 1, 2011-while supplies last)

Beginning April 1, and continuing only while supplies last, purchase $5, $10, or $15 grab bags in the Online Store, containing an assortment of discontinued paper products and accessories.

Grab a bag of Stampin’ Up! products! The $5 Grab Bag contains at least $20 worth of discontinued products, including any combination of products like the following: ribbons, Accents & Elements, chipboard, Designer Series Paper, or Simply Sent kit components. Grab bags do not contain stamp sets or tools.

The $10 Grab Bag contains at least $40 worth of discontinued products, including any combination of products like the following: ribbons, Accents & Elements, chipboard, Designer Series Paper, or Simply Sent kit components. Grab bags do not contain stamp sets or tools.

The $15 Grab Bag contains at least $60 worth of discontinued products, including any combination of products like the following: ribbons, Accents & Elements, chipboard, Designer Series Paper, or Simply Sent kit components. Grab bags do not contain stamp sets or tools.
All grab bag sales are final. No refunds or exchanges

Click HERE to check it out!

Have a great day!

Hugs,

Spring is Blossoming Promotion

2011-04-02T08:10:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Yes I am still alive! I can't believe I haven't posted anything in over a month! I have a stamp camp scheduled today so I will be adding the cards and 3-D project from that soon. In the meantime Stampin' Up has some awesome promos going on!

Get Sneak Peak Products from the new Idea Book and Catalog for a limited time only!

Spend $20* on any Stampin' Up! products and become eligible to purchase both the Four Frames Set and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper.
Host a $350* workshop and get the Four Frames Set and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper for FREE!

Item	Description	Price
125735	Four Frames Wood-Mount Set and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper	FREE with qualifying workshop!
125736	Four Frames Clear-Mount Set and Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper	FREE with qualifying workshop!

Four Frames Stamp SetW: item 123440 | $20.95
C: item 123442 | $15.95
Paisley Petals Designer Series Paperitem 122367 | $9.95

Hugs,

Inspired By Nature Sympathy

2011-02-26T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you stopped by!
Today's card is the last sympathy card for a while!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: thanks for caring, inspired by nature
INK:jet black stazon, not quite navy
PAPER: bashful blue, not quite navy, whisper white
ACCESSORIES: organza ribbon
TOOLS: none

Hugs,

More Sympathy Cards

2011-02-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you came to check out my blog today!
Today's card is another sympathy card (blah!)but I used up some card guts and have it on hand for the next time I need one. :(

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: inspired by nature, thanks for caring, butterfly prints
INK: dusty durango, wild wasabi, jet black stazon
PAPER: not quite navy, wild wasabi, whisper white
ACCESSORIES: rhinestone sticker, dimensional
TOOLS: butterfly punch

Hugs,

With Deepest Sympathy

2011-02-22T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card is never a nice one to make. My co-worker (and friend) has had a week full of tragedyand I just wanted to show her I really care.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: thanks for caring, elements of style
INK: jet black stazon
PAPER: pretty in pink, basic black, whisper white
ACCESSORIES: organza ribbon
TOOLS: big label punch

Hugs,

Happy Birthday Wishes

2011-02-18T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you stopped by today!
Today's card is my step-dad's birthday card. He's turning 65 on the 20th. It's simple and masculine just like he is!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: woodgrain, afterthoughts (hostess set)
INK: chocolate chip
PAPER: chocolate chip, crumb cake, whisper white
ACCESSORIES: chocolate chip corduroy brad (retired), dimensionals
TOOLS: heart to heart punch, 1/16" circle punch

Hugs,

Valentine Heart Pouch

2011-02-16T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by to visit me!
Today's project is what I made to give my oldest for Valentine's Day. My younger ones got the Owl Pillow Box. I apologize that the first picture is blurry-I didn't realize it until after I gave it to her. I made the pouch using the Petal Cone Die and then wrapped some gum in DSP to put inside.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: love you much
INK: rose red
PAPER: rose red, pretty in pink, love impressions dsp
ACCESSORIES: ribbon, eyelets, sticky strip
TOOLS: full heart punch, 2-step bird punch, petal cone die, big shot, crop-a-dile

Hugs,

Happy Valentine's Day!

2011-02-14T08:49:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Happy Valentine's Day! Hope you feel especially loved today!
Today's card is one I made for my oldest daughter who is 15. Aren't the wings super cute?!?! Of course the idea was not mine I saw it on Sarah's blog HERE. Have you figured out what the wings are made from? It's the bird body from the 2-step Bird Punch!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: love you much
INK: craft white ink
PAPER: crumb cake, whisper white, basic black, real red, red glitter
ACCESSORIES: dimensionals
TOOLS: full heart punch, 2-step bird punch, embossing folder, big shot

Hope you have a terrific day and thanks for stopping by!!

Hugs,

Love you Owl-ways!

2011-02-06T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! I am so thrilled with this project. It is 100% CASEd from Kay HERE. Is this not the cutest thing you've ever seen?!? So Sweet!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK: none
PAPER: retired DSP, pumpkin pie, blushing bride, pixie pink (retired), real red, whisper white, basic black
ACCESSORIES: dimensionals, sticky strip
TOOLS:scallop border punch, 5 petal flower punch. owl punch, 1/2" circle punch, heart to heart punch, pillow box die, big shot

Hugs,

Love Beyond Measure

2011-02-04T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a terrific day!!
Today's card is one I re-vamped from my thank you stamp camp last month and we made at my valentine's stamp camp last week! Here's the one from my thank you camp-bad picture I know! Thank you again Jennifer for your camera-you are so sweet!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: woodgrain, totally tool, i (heart) hearts
INK: chocolate chip, jet black stazon, stampin' write markers in daffodil delight, real red, sahara sand and going gray
PAPER: chocolate chip, crumb cake, whisper white
ACCESSORIES: chocolate chip corderoy brad (retired) dimensionals
TOOLS: 1/16" circle punch

Hugs,

Aviary Valentine

2011-02-02T07:56:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! Did you notice how much better my picture is? That is all due to my fabulous and super sweet downline, Jennifer who gave me her old digital camera (a REALLY NICE ONE!!) she probably couldn't bear to see another bad pic ;) hee hee just kidding!
Today's card is one I CASEd from Artchick HERE and did at my Valentine's stamp camp last weekend.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Aviary, Tiny Tags
INK: Real Red, Regal Rose, Basic Black
PAPER: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: none
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch

Hugs,

Sale-A-Bration Has Begun!

2011-01-31T09:27:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you had a great weekend! Mine was packed! I visited with my BFF, had a Valentine's stamp camp with all three of my downline in attendance :), a farewell BBQ for my sister-in-law's mother-in-law and went shopping for outfits for my upcoming formal banquet fundraiser for my work. All in all a productive and exhausting weekend!

So now on to the Sale-a-Bration promotion. From now until March 31st for every $50 in Stampin' Up product you purchase you get to choose a free item out of the Sale-a-Bration catalog . Who doesn't like free stuff?!?! There are adorable ADORABLE stamp sets, paper and ribbon and buttons and more!

Click here to download the Sale-a-Bration catalog

Questions? Email me!

Hugs,

Thank You Stamp Camp

2011-01-15T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card is one we will be making at my stamp camp today! It's simple but I like it! How about you?

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: fifth avenue floral (#113734), perfect punches (#120516)
INK: basic black (#101179)
PAPER: basic black (#121045), real red (#102482) whisper white(#100730), dsp
ACCESSORIES: black gingham ribbon (retired), mini glue dot (#103683)
TOOLS: scallop oval (#119856)

Hugs,

Thanks!

2011-01-13T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thank you for stopping by!
Today's card is another we'll be doing at my thank you stamp camp. A masculine one-woo hoo!!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: totally tool (#113256), woodgrain (#117100)
INK: jet black stazon (#101406), stampin' write markers
PAPER: crumb cake (#120953), whisper white (#100730), chocolate chip (#102128)
ACCESSORIES: chocolate chip corduroy brad (retired)
TOOLS: 1/16" circle punch (#101227)

Hugs,

Thank You Remix

2011-01-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for checking in with me!
Today's card uses some left over card guts from my holiday stamp camp and the Season of friendship stamp set. I love how you can take the guts change the stamp set and come up with another cute card!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: oval all (#113790), season of friendship (#111776)
INK: garden green (#102272), blushing bride (#119786), baja breeze (#111833) jet black stazon (#101406)
PAPER: baja breeze (#111352), whisper white (#100730), blushing bride (#119796), real red (#102482), dsp
ACCESSORIES: real red grosgrain ribbon (#109034)
TOOLS: 1" circle (#119868),1 1/4" circle (#119861), 1 3/8" circle (#119860), large oval (#119855), scallop oval (#119856), word window (#119857)

Hugs,

Thank You Daisy

2011-01-08T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you stopped by to visit!
Today's card uses the Upsy Daisy and Oval All stamp sets and the embossed resist technique. You can find step by step directions for this technique HERE.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: oval all (#113790), upsy daisy (#111710
INK: jet black stazon (#101406), versamark (#102283), blushing bride (#119786)
PAPER: blushing bride(#119796), basic black (#121045), whisper white (#100730)
ACCESSORIES: clear embossing powder(#109130)
TOOLS: powder pal (#102197), embossing buddy (#103083), small oval (#119863), large oval (#119855), scallop oval (#119856)

Hugs,

Stamp Camp Samples

2011-01-05T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a good week-it's been hard getting back into the swing of things!
Today's card is another from my holiday stamp camp-I hate posting with these horrid photos but have no choice other than not post at all until I can get my dang camera fixed. These are all taken with my cell phone.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: punch pals (#116588)
INK: jet black stazon (#101406) stampin' write markers
PAPER: baja breeze (#111352), whisper white (#100730), blushing bride (#119796), real red (#102482),dsp
ACCESSORIES: real red grosgrain ribbon (#109034)
TOOLS: 1" circle (#119868),1 1/4" circle (#119861), 1 3/8" circle (#119860), large oval (#119855), scallop oval (#119856), word window (#119857)

Hugs,

Christmas Stamp Camp

2011-01-03T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card is one from my stamp camp from Christmas. Simple and cute!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: delightful decorations (#116517)
INK: real red(#103133)
PAPER: real red (#102482), whisper white (#100730), old olive(#100702), dsp
ACCESSORIES: old olive striped ribbon (retired), adhesive jewels (#119246), glue dots (#103683)
TOOLS: ornament punch (#119847), snowflake punch ((#119852)

Hugs,

Retired Stamp Sets For Sale!

2011-01-01T14:41:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Can you believe it? I am on here again! ;) I just added some retired stamp sets for sale. I apologize for the pictures but you get the idea. They are all mounted and gently used and can be yours! I am charging $5 to ship and can combine shipping if you want more than one item. No shipping charge if you live locally and want to pick them up!

Click HERE to see the awful pictures but awesome deals!

Hugs,

Happy New Year!

2011-01-01T12:44:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Happy New Year! Here's to health, happiness and prosperity for 2011!

I am going to start out the year with a post from my holiday stamp camp. I know *SHOCK* a post with a picture of a project! I will apologize for the picture- my camera leaves so much to be desired and I am not quite sure how they market it as a camera as it takes AWFUL pictures-you can't even get a picture that isn't blurry! I am definitely going to get my old camera fixed soon!
My 3-D project from my holiday stamp camp was a penguin box I saw on Lisa Young's blog HERE. It was simple to make with my Fancy Favor Die and Big Shot-it is by far the die I use time and time again!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK: none
PAPER: whisper white (#100730), basic black (#121045), pumpkin pie (#105117)
ACCESSORIES: black brads (#119736), bermuda bay & melon mambo polkadot ribbon(retired), dimensionals(#104430), sticky strip (#104294)
TOOLS: 1/16" circle punch (#101227), heart to heart punch (#119881), full heart punch (#119883), large oval punch (#119855), scallop oval die (#114521), fancy favor die (#115965)

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a great weekend!

Hugs,

2010-12-28T09:23:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I hope you have been having a terrific holiday! I realize I haven't posted since the end of November! My life has been so hectic and I hate the camera I have so posting has not been at the top of my list of things to do. I do want to tell you about a great promo Stampin' Up is having right now though.

From now until January 24th receive FREE Bitty Buttons (a $4.95 value!)with the purchase of the exclusive Filled with Love bundle. The bundle includes the Filled with Love stamp set and the Love Patterns Designer Series Paper available in wood mount for $32.90 or clear mount for $26.90. Get a jump start on your Valentine cards and projects! Click HERE to shop now.

Hugs,

Online Deals!

2010-11-27T09:04:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I hope you are having a fabulous Thanksgiving Weekend! Have you ventured out to get some spectacular deals? If not you can still get a fabulous deal right here on your favorite Stampin' Up Products! There are so many things on sale right now plus free shipping on orders of $150 or more AND Hostess Benefits too! You won't want to miss out!

Click HERE to check out the deals!! Click HERE to shop now!!

Don't forget you also still have until Nov. 30th to join our awesome Stampin' Up family for only $87.50! Not sure if being a demonstrator is for you? The starter kit is customizable and has over $250 in product-there's no way to lose! Contact me if you have any questions at for2nately@aol.com.

If you're ready to sign up now click HERE then JOIN NOW on the left side of your screen. The password is fortunate_stamper.

Thank you to fellow demos Lyssa Zwolanek and Heidi Baks for posting this on their blogs!

Here’s what is in the CUSTOMIZABLE Standard Kit and the value of each:
1. Any $33.95 or lower Stamp Set
2. Any $28.95 or lower Stamp Set
3. Any $18.95 or lower Stamp Set
4. Any $9.95 or lower Stamp Set
Before we go on, note that the $87.50 kit cost has already paid for the 4 sets above valued at $91.80. That means EVERYTHING BELOW THIS LINE IS FREE!!!!!!
5. $19.95 Brights Patterns Designer Series paper stack (OR color of your choice) FREE
6. $16.95 Stampin’ Scrub® FREE
7. $8.95 Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon (OR ribbon at the same or lower price) FREE
8. $8.95 VersaMark® pad (OR ink pad at the same or lower price) FREE
9. $8.50 Card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Whisper White OR color of your choice) FREE
10. $7.95 Small Chocolate Songbird Tile Décor Elements® (OR Décor Elements item at the same or lower price) FREE
11. $6.95 Assorted color card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Getting Started OR assortment of your choice) FREE
12. $6.95 Clear Block C (OR clear block at the same or lower price) FREE
13. $6.95 SNAIL Adhesive® (OR adhesive at the same or lower price) FREE
14. $6.50 Fast Flowers Stampin’ Around® wheel (OR standard wheel of your choice) FREE
15. $5.95 Stampin’ Around Self Inking Handle (standard) FREE
16. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
17. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
18. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
19. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
20. $5.25 Uninked Cartridge (standard) FREE
21. $4.50 Stampin’ Mist® (OR StazOn® Cleaner) FREE
22. $3.95 Stampin’ Dimensionals® FREE
23. $3.50 Stampin’ Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE
24. $3.50 Stampin’ Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE
25. $3.32 Blender pen (single) FREE
26. $2.95 Marina Mist Classic Ink Refill (OR color of your choice) FREE
27. $1.95 Décor Elements Applicator Tool FREE
28. $1.17 Stamping sponge (single) FREE
29. Catalogs ($29.95 for 8), business forms, and other printed materials to get your business off to a great start! FREE
And were you thinking about getting My Digital Studio, maybe for Christmas? Here’s what is in the CUSTOMIZABLE Digital + Kit and the value of each:
1. $79.95 My Digital Studio™ software* (see description of this product below)
2. $8.50 Card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Whisper White OR color of your choice)
Before we go on, note that the $87.50 kit cost has paid for the My Digital Studio software & card stock above. That means EVERYTHING BELOW THIS LINE IS FREE!!!!!!
3. Any $26.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE
4. Any $18.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE
5. Any $7.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE
6. $16.95 Stampin’ Scrub® FREE
7. $8.95 Brights Designer buttons FREE
8. $7.95 Small Chocolate Songbird Tile Décor Elements® (OR Décor Elements item at the same or lower price) FREE
9. $6.95 Clear Block C (OR clear block at the same or lower price) FREE
10. $6.95 Assorted color card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Getting Started OR assortment of your choice) FREE
11. $6.95 SNAIL Adhesive® (OR adhesive at the same or lower price FREE
12. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
13. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
14. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
15. $5.95 Classic Stampin’ Pad® (color of your choice) FREE
16. $4.95 Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon (OR ribbon at the same or lower price) FREE
17. $4.95 Glue Dots® FREE
18. $4.50 Stampin’ Mist® (OR StazOn® Cleaner) FREE
19. $3.95 Stampin’ Dimensionals® FREE
20. $3.50 Stampin’ Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE
21. $3.50 Stampin’ Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE
22. $1.95 Décor Elements Applicator Tool FREE 23. Catalogs ($29.95 for 8), business forms, and other printed materials to get your business off to a great start! FREE

Enjoy your weekend and I hope to hear from you if you have any questions about the online spectacular or signing up to be a demonstrator yourself!

Hugs,

Santa's Pants Cocoa for Two Box

2010-11-14T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by to visit!
Today's project is another I made for my boutique. I saw it somewhere out there on the net but not sure where anymore!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK: none
PAPER: Real red (#102482), Basic Black (#121045 Whisper White (#100730)
ACCESSORIES: Gold Brads(#104337), Ribbon Slide (#111325)
TOOLS: 1/16" Circle Punch (#101227) Modern Label Punch (#119849) Scallop Edge Punch (#119853), Big Shot (#113439) Fancy Favor Box Die (#115965)

Hugs,

Simply Amazing!

2010-11-12T01:15:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers!
Here's a promotion you won't want to miss!

Join the Stampin' Up family between Nov. 15-30 for 50% off the regular price of the starter kit or the digital + starter kit ! Join to make a little extra money or to get your favorite products at a discount! Click HERE for more details.

Hugs,

Cocoa Cones

2010-11-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm happy you stopped by!
Today's project is beyond simple! I made cocoa cones. Simple add cocoa to a cake decorating bag, tie off, trim excess bag and insert into another bag. Add marshmallows and holiday colored sprinkles, tie off and decorate with a ribbon and a tag. I sold these at a boutique I did last weekend and had only 1 left!

Hugs,

Mini Chapstick Purses

2010-11-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a terrific day!
Today's project is one I saw and thought was adorable and it was so easy! You can see the original and a video how to make one yourself here. I added some Chapsticks to mine but it is perfect for earrings, candy or even a gift card!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK: none
PAPER: retired DSP
ACCESSORIES: Assorted Brads,
TOOLS: 1/16" Circle Punch (#101227), Boho Blossoms Punch (#119858)

Hugs,

Paisley Pumpkin Bag

2010-11-08T15:22:00.000-08:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by!
Today's project is a box made to look pumpkin-ish :) I've seen several out there on the net so good job ladies-it's super cute!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Paisley Prints (#121121 Holiday Mini)
INK: Pumpkin Pie (#105216) Old Olive (#102277)
PAPER: Pumpkin Pie (#105117) Whisper White (#100730)
ACCESSORIES: Brads, Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon(#109054), Dimensionals (#104430), Mini Glue Dots (#103683)
TOOLS: 1/16"Punch (#101227), Big Shot (#113439) Scallop Circle Die (#113468) Paisley Embossing folder (non-SU)

Hope you liked my project for today!

Hugs,

2010-11-06T11:06:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! ... Today I will be selling Stampin' Up Cards & Gifts for the upcoming Holidays at my friend Rachel's Annual Holiday Boutique! Hope to see you there!

1146 Waltham Circle, Simi Valley 93065

Hugs,

Wicked Halloween Treat

2010-10-31T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Happy Halloween & thanks for stopping by!
Today's project is a super cute one for any occasion-just decorate it in the theme you want! These would make great little gifts for office staff, co-workers or for a wedding or baby shower. I decorated mine in a Halloween theme since it's that time of year. I filled it with some Hershey Kisses-yum!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Wicked Cool #120600
INK: Basic Black #101179
PAPER: Whisper White #100730, Old Olive #100702, Pumpkin Pie # 10511, Rich Razzleberry #115316
ACCESSORIES: Non-Su Ribbon, Dimensionals #104430, candy, Candy Wrapper Bigz L Die #120890
TOOLS: Bitty Bat Punch #119279, 1 1/4" Circle #119861, 1" Circle #119868

Hugs,

The Versatile Owl Punch!

2010-10-29T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I have to say I LOVE this card. Super stinkin' cute!! We made it at my Halloween Stamp Camp and it was by far my favorite. I love how the owl punch can be used for more than just an owl.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: All Holidays #114916
INK: Basic Black #101179
PAPER: Pumpkin Pie #105117, Basic Black #121045, Whisper White #100730, Old Olive #100702, Rich Razzleberry #115316, Wicked Cool Specialty DSP #117400
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals #104430
TOOLS: Owl Punch #118074, Bitty bat Punch #119279, Word Window #11985, Modern Label #119849, Scallop Edge #119882

Hugs,

Spooky Wicked Cool

2010-10-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card is another from my stamp camp. I've seen a lot of similar cards out there on blogs and decided i had to make one too.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Wicked cool #120600
INK: Pear Pizzazz Marker #119801 (set of 5 markers) Basic Black #101179
PAPER: Wicked Cool Specialty DSP #117400, Pear Pizzazz #119795, Basic Black #121045, Whisper White #100730, Rich Razzleberry #115316
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals #104430, Black Shiny Stickers (non-SU)
TOOLS: Scallop Oval #119856, Large oval #119855, Bitty Bat Punch #119279

Hugs,

Oh my golly it's creepy crawly!

2010-10-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers!Thanks for stopping by! Can you believe I've posted 2 days in a row?! I know shocking!
Today's card is from my Halloween stamp camp-another picture from my cell so I am sorry it is really awful. The focal image is the spider from the Batty for You stamp set with googlie eyes glued on-I'm sorry it's so hard to see in the pic!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Batty for You #116576
INK: Basic Black #101179
PAPER: Basic Black #121045, Rich Razzleberry #115316, Whisper White #100730, Wicked Fun Specialty DSP #117400
ACCESSORIES: Spider Web Embossing Folder #120889, Dimensionals #104430, Googlie Eyes, Tombow Multi Glue #110755
TOOLS: Star Punch #119875, 1 3/8" circle Punch #119860

Hugs,

Halloween Stamp Camp Project #1

2010-10-24T15:22:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Yes it has been a long time since I have posted a project or a card! My life has become one hectic thing after another so of course it's the fun stuff that I don't have time to do! You will have to forgive my horrid photos my camera has decided to not work and after messing with it for a long time I don't see it coming back to life anytime soon. So I took pictures with my cell phone which leave something to be desired!
Today's project is from my Halloween Stamp camp. I got the tins from the Dollar Spot at my local store and decorated them with a moon and bats made with the Bat Punch and the 1 3/4" Circle Punch. The Pixie Sticks are topped with scallop circles with the Batty for You stamps on them. Super Cute if I do say so myself ;)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Batty for You #116576
INK: Pumpkin Pie #105216, Rich Razzleberry #115658, Basic Black #101179, Old Olive #102277
PAPER: Pumpkin Pie #105117, Rich Razzleberry #115316, Basic Black #121045, Old Olive #100702, Basic Gray #121044, Daffodil Delight #119683
ACCESSORIES: Pixie Sticks, Tin, Silver Tinsel, Staples, Dimensionals #104430
TOOLS: 1 3/4" Circle #119850, Bitty Bat #119279, Scallop Circle #119854, 1 1/4" Circle #119861, 1 3/8" Circle #119860

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2010-10-21T21:27:00.000-07:00

Hey there Stampers! Here is a brand new holiday promo!

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2010 HOLIDAY MINI

2010-10-14T09:23:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Check out the new 2010 Holiday Mini! Get a jump of Holiday stamping!

Shop Holiday Mini Here View PDF

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Extreme Surf Z Fold Card

2010-09-23T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I hope your week is going well!
Today's card is yet another from my most recent stamp camp. It uses 2 different technique-sponging and embossing and is not a regular card-it's a "z" Fold card.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Heard from the Heart, Extreme Surfboard
INK: Versamark, Baja Breeze, Pacific Point, Night of Navy
PAPER: Whisper White, Baja Breeze, Night of Navy
ACCESSORIES: Black Embossing Powder
TOOLS: Embossing Buddy, Powder, Pal, Heat Tool, Sponges

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Aviary Birthday Celebrations

2010-09-21T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by today to visit!
Today's card is another from my recent Birthday Stamp Camp and uses the Aviary stamp set. The sentiment comes from the Upsy Daisy stamp set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy, Aviary
INK: Jet Black Stazon, Poppy Parade, Pear Pizazz
PAPER: Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizazz, Sunny Garden DSP
ACCESSORIES: Daffodil Delight Grosgrain Ribbon
TOOLS: Scallop Edge Punch, Ticket Corner Punch

Have a super day!

Hugs,

Ice Cream & Presents & Cake Oh My!

2010-09-19T15:45:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I hope you had a great weekend! mine has been 100% nuts! I cleaned my house all day Friday then had 5 girls come over for my daughter's 9th birthday sleepover party-ay yi yi the squealing and giggling and racing down the hall lasted until after 11:30! They left by 10 then I frantically re-cleaned my house and prepped snack for my Birthday Stamp camp. We had such fun and I had some new faces which is always nice. I love visiting with my stampers! :) Today I had kitty adoptions and in a little bit I have family coming over for a bbq to celebrate my 9 yr olds special day. Phew!
Today's card is one we made at my stamp camp. I love the colors!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Cupcake Wheel, Birthday Bliss
INK: Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie
PAPER: Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: White Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals
TOOLS: Wide and scallop Oval Punches, 1 1/4" and 1 3/8" Square Punches

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Emboss Resist Paisley Pumpkins

2010-09-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you came by to visit!
Today's card uses the Paisley Prints stamp set and the emboss resist technique.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Paisley Prints, Elements of Style
INK: Old Olive, So Saffron, Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Chip, Versamark
PAPER: Whisper white, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals, Clear Embossing Powder, Sponges
TOOLS: Small and Large Oval Punches, Heat Tool

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Wicked Cool

2010-09-11T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I hope you are having a great day!
Today's card uses the new Wicked Cool stamp set and the Bat Punch. Super cute!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Wicked cool
INK: Basic Black, Old Olive SU Marker
PAPER: Pumpkin Pie, Lovely Lilac, Basic Black, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals, Old Olive Ribbon
TOOLS: Bat Punch, 1 /8" Circle Punch, Lattice Embossing Folder, Big Shot

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Aviary

2010-09-09T18:34:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to visit!

Today's card uses the very popular Aviary stamp set and has easily become one of my favorites!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Aviary, Elements of Style
INK: Cherry Cobbler, Jet Black Stazon, Not Quite Navy
PAPER: Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Ribbon
TOOLS: Scallop Oval Punch, 1 1/4" and 1 3/8" Circle Punches

Hope you are having a great day! Hope to see you here again soon!

Hugs,

Punch Potpourri

2010-09-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card is one I sent to a friend whose father passed away suddenly just to let her know I am thinking of her during this terrible time.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy, Punch Potpourri
INK: Perfect Plum, Elegant Eggplant
PAPER: Perfect Plum, Whisper White, Pale Plum
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: Boho Blossoms Punch

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Birthday Celebrations

2010-09-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm happy you're here!
Today's card uses more bits and pieces from left over card kits.I swear I will never be through them all!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy
INK:Rich Razzleberry
PAPER: Rich Razzleberry, Pink Pirouette, Pink Passion, Pear Pizzazz
ACCESSORIES: White Brad, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 5 Petal Flower, Boho Blossom, Large Oval and Scallop Oval punches, Scallop Circle and Top Note Dies, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you leave a comment to let me know you've visited! :)
Hugs,

Bouquet Bunch Birthday

2010-09-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses the Bouquet Bunch stamp set and All Holidays for the sentiment and of course....left over card kits! ;)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Bouquet Bunch, All Holidays
INK: Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Hemp Twine, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 3/4" and Itty Bitty Shapes Punches

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Thanks so Much

2010-09-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are doing well!
Today's card uses more left over card kits ( I am bound and determined to use them all up!!)and the new Level One Hostess stamp set called Punch Potpourri. I love this set as it coordinates with our punches!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Pocket Silhouettes, Punch Potpourri
INK: Perfect Plum, Basic Black
PAPER: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum, Whisper White, Old Olive
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: Word Window Die, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder, 2 Step Bird Punch, Word Window Punch, Decorative Label Punch (in the new Holiday Mini)

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Scallop Circle Flower

2010-08-31T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to check out my post today. Don't forget today is the LAST DAY to order from the Summer Mini Catalog. Check out the cute stamp sets and accessories before they are GONE!
Today's card uses some of my left over card kits and some Razzleberry Lemonade DSP (retired)for the flower.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Pocket Silhouettes
INK: Rich Razzleberry
PAPER: Whisper White, Pink Pirouette, Pink Passion, Pear Pizzazz, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
ACCESSORIES: Gold Brad (in center of flower), Sponge
TOOLS: Paper Piercer, Mat Pack, Scallop Circle, Word Window and 5 Petal Flower Punches

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Mojo Monday Almost Too Late!

2010-08-29T18:35:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! Hope you had a great weekend!
Today's card is my submission for this weeks Mojo Monday #153
It was designed by none other than the fabulous Mary Fish! She is one of my fave demos with her sophisticated clean style.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Sock Monkey, Butterfly Prints
INK: Basic Black, Bermuda Bay
PAPER: Bermuda Bay, Yo Yo Yellow, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Black Taffeta Ribbon, Button, Black Brads, Dimensionals
TOOLS: Butterfly Punch

Thanks for visiting and please leave a message so I know you've been here!

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Thank You so Very Much!

2010-08-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by today!
Today's card is one my mom made (hi Mom!!)while visiting me. We were using up some more of my never-ending pile of card kits. It's very similar to a card I posted a few days ago.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: I can't remember right now! duh!
INK:Basic Black
PAPER: retired DSP, Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Bermuda Bay
ACCESSORIES: dimensionals
TOOLS: 3/4" Circle, 2 Step Bird and Scallop Circle Punches, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder

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Thanks So Much!

2010-08-23T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm happy to see you!
Today's card is very similar to one I posted a few days ago. I just swapped out the kitty image for the dog one and added a sentiment from the Pocket Silhouettes stamp set. My mom needed a thank you note for her sister-in-lawwho took care of their dog while she was down here visiting me from WY. :)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Every Little Bit, Pocket Silhouettes
INK:Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: retired DSP, Crumb Cake, Bermuda Bay, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1 3/8" Circle and Scallop Circle Punches

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Thanks so Much

2010-08-21T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for joining me!
Today's card uses more card guts-can you tell I have a TON!! I used the sentiment from Pocket Silhouettes and the 2 Step Bird Punch. The Rich Razzleberry panel is embossed with the Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Pocket Silhouettes
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Crumb Cake, retired DSP
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: 2 Step Bird Punch

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Birthday Celebrations

2010-08-19T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you popped over to visit!
Today's card is one I helped my mom make while she was here visiting from WY. Super simple and perfect for my nephew's birthday!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy, Animal Stories
INK: Pacific Point, Chocolate Chip
PAPER: Whisper white, Crumb Cake, Tall Tales DSP
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: none

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Birthday Bike

2010-08-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses the single Motorcycle stamp embossed in Black Embossing Powder and I made a man card! *gasp* ;)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy (sentiment) Motorcycle
INK: Chocolate Chip, Versamark
PAPER: Whisper White, Not Quite Navy, Crumb Cake, retired DSP
ACCESSORIES: Kraft Corderoy Brads
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch, 1/16" Circle Punch

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Simple Kitty Card

2010-08-16T21:15:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you had a nice weekend! It was my daughter's 15th birthday on Friday and this is the card I made her. She's just as crazy about cats as I am ;)
Today's card uses the kitty from the Every Little Bit stamp set and some retired DSP-yes I am still trying to use up some of those left over card kits!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Every Little Bit
INK: Jet Black Stazon
PAPER: Whisper White, Bermuda Bay, retired DSP, Crumb Cake
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals, Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon
TOOLS: 1 3/8" Circle Punch and Scallop Circle Punch

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Tropical Birthday

2010-08-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Happy Friday the 13th! Today's my daughter's 15th Birthday! I can't believe how time is flying by!
Today's card is one I particularly like how it turned out. I used the Island Oasis DSP and the Tropical Party and Perfect Punches stamp sets

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Perfect Punches. Tropical Party
INK: Bermuda Bay, SU Markers, Basic Black, Regal Rose
PAPER: Island Oasis DSP, Bermuda Bay, Pumpkin Pie, whisper White, Basic Black, Chocolate Chip
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: Wide Oval and Scallop Circle Punches

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Every Little Bit

2010-08-12T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! So glad you stopped by! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card uses yet more of my leftover card guts from my Brides and babies stamp camp. I also used the new Every Little Bit stamp set. I LOVE this set! It is full of the most adorable little images!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Every Little Bit
INK: Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Tall Tales DSP (retired), Real red, Pumpkin Pie
ACCESSORIES: Pumpkin Pie Striped Ribbon, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1 1/4" and 1 3/8" Circle Punches, Heart to Heart Punch

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Baby Bundle III

2010-08-11T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for visiting!
Today's card is the third version of my cards made with my leftover card guts and the Baby Bundle stamp set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Baby Bundle
INK: Versamark Ink, SU Markers, Basic Black
PAPER: Brushed Silver, Whisper White, Basic Black, Bermuda Bay
ACCESSORIES: Silver Brads, Crushed Curry Polka Dot Ribbon
TOOLS: Word Window Punch, 1/2" and 3/4" Circle Punches, Ticket Corner Punch

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Totally Tool

2010-08-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses more leftover card guts, the Totally Tool stamp set and Every Little Bit stamp set. I love love that little hammer and nails to use with the Totally Tool set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Every Little Bit, Totally Tool
INK: Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: Going Gray, Whisper White, Basic Black, Creamy Carmel
ACCESSORIES: Silver Brads
TOOLS: Word Window & Modern Label Punches

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Tropical Party

2010-08-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you stopped by to check out my card!
Today's card uses more of my leftover card guts from one of my stamp camps. I also used the Island Oasis DSP and Tropical Party stamp set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Tropical Party, Perfect Punches
INK: Bermuda Bay, Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: Bermuda Bay, Island Oasis DSP, Basic Black, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip
ACCESSORIES: scissors
TOOLS: Modern Label, Word Window

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Punch Owl

2010-08-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a super day! My mom is visiting from Wyoming adn it's been so nice to have her here!
Today's card is an owl I made from punches ages ago and I finally put him on card. I used the retired Tall Tales DSP as my background an didn't add a sentiment so I can add it later.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK:none
PAPER: Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Tall Tales DSP (retired) Close to Cocoa (retired) Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Old Olive Striped Ribbon
TOOLS: 1/4", 1/2" & 3/4" circle Punches, Scallop Circle Punch, Boho Blossom Punch, 5 Petal Flower Punch, Round Tab Punch

Thanks for joining me today and I hope you come back again really soon!

Hugs,

Baby Bundle II

2010-08-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to visit!
Today's card is the same as yesterday's but in Bermuda Bay instead of Daffodil Delight. I stamped the images in Versamark Ink and embossed with Black Embossing Powder and then colored in with my SU Markers.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Baby Bundle
INK: Versamark Ink, Bermuda Bay, Basic Black
PAPER: Bermuda Bay, Brushed Silver, Whisper White, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Silver Brads, Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon, Dimensionals
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch, Word Window Punch, 3/4" & 1/2" Circle Punches

Hope to see you again soon!

Hugs,

Baby Bundle

2010-08-04T08:33:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! Hope you are having a terrific day!
Today's card is another using some leftover card kits. I used the new Baby Bundle stamp set and embossed the images with Black Embossing Powder and Versamark Ink.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Baby Bundle
INK: Versamark, Bermuda Bay, SU Markers
PAPER: Brushed Silver, BermudaBay, Basic Black, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Silver Brads, Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 3/4" and 1/2" Circle Punches, Ticket Corner Punch, heat Tool, Powder Pal, Embossing Buddy, Word Window Punch

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Tool Time

2010-08-01T19:19:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! I just got back from a fun time in Anaheim with my family and thought I'd better post something since it's been AGES once again!! Don't worry though I have a few things to share so I'll be posting more often this week.
Today's card uses some of my left over card guts, the Totally Tool stamp set and the new Every Little Bit stamp set that I earned for free :)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Every Little Bit, Totally Tool
INK: Jet Black Stazon, SU Markers
PAPER: Brushed Silver, Whisper White, Basic Black, Going Gray
ACCESSORIES: Silver Brads, Dimensionals
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch, 1" Circle Punch

Hope you had a fantastic weekend and that you come back to visit me again soon!
Hugs,

Wisking you a honey of a day!

2010-07-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's project is one I made for a boutique I participated in at a friend's house this weekend. I brought mostly things I already had made but wanted to bring a few newer items too.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Just Buzzing By
INK: Jet Black Stazon, Daffodil delight SU Marker
PAPER: PWhisper White, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Bit O'Honey candy, Small Cello Bag, White Gel Pen, Wisk (craft store $1 bin!)
TOOLS: 1/8" Circle Punch

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Tropical Thank You

2010-07-25T14:04:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I know it's been FOREVER since I posted a card! The summer, kids and work have been keeping me insanely busy!
Today's card is one using the Tropical Party stamp set, some Island Oasis DSP and the sentiment is from Because I Care Hostess Level 1 stamp set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Because I Care, Tropical Party
INK: Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Regal Rose, Old Olive, Basic Black
PAPER: Crumb Cake, Island Oasis DSP, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, Tempting Turquoise
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals, Scissors
TOOLS: Scallop Border Punch

I'm glad you stopped by and hope you are enjoying your summer!
Hugs,

2010-07-18T14:05:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Introducing... Click here for the pdf

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Happy Birthday Monkey

2010-07-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card is another using Fox & friends stamp set and the Whimsy Jumbo Wheel.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS:All Holidays, Whimsy Wheel, Fox & Friends
INK:Soft Suede
PAPER: Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Island Oasis DSP, Tempting Turquoise
ACCESSORIES: Black Gingham Ribbon
TOOLS: 1 1/4 & 1 3/8 Circle Punches, Star Punch, Heart to Heart Punch

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First Day

2010-07-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses the First Day stamp set and the sentiment from the Because I Care Hostess Level 1 stamp set. I also used some leftover card guts which is always nice sine everything is pretty much already cut!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS:First Day, Because I care
INK: Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Bermuda Bay
PAPER: Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Bermuda Bay, Whisper White, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Star Punch

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Thank You Hydrangea

2010-07-11T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card uses the new Hostess Level 1 stamp set called Because I Care. It's such a beautiful image!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Because I Care
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Whisper White, Basic Black, Pretty in Pink, Regal Rose
ACCESSORIES: Black Gingham Ribbon
TOOLS:none

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Baby Card

2010-07-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to check out my card for the day!
Today's card uses the Fox & Friends and the Tiny Tags stamp sets. I love the Island Oasis DSP too!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Tiny Tags, Fox & Friends
INK: Tempting Turquoise, Soft Suede, Old Olive
PAPER: Tempting Turquoise, Old Olive, Whisper White, Island Oasis DSP, Chocolate Chip
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1,1 1/4 & 1 3/8 Circle Punches

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Wishing You the Sweetest Day Ever!

2010-07-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by to visit!
Today's card uses one of the Sweet Treat Cups and the Something Sweet stamp set. Super easy and a fun treat for the recipient!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Something Sweet
INK: Real Red, Basic Black
PAPER: Whisper White, Real Red, Bermuda Bay
ACCESSORIES:Red Gingham Ribbon
TOOLS: 1 3/4" Circle Punch, Ticket Corner Punch

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Monkeying Around

2010-07-08T17:27:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you all had a fabulous 4th of July weekend! Ours was full of fun, family and friends!
Today's card uses some of my left over card guts from my last stamp camp and the Cheep Talk, Tropical Party and Fox & Friends stamp sets.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Cheep Talk, Tropical Party and Fox & Friends
INK: Old Olive, Soft Suede
PAPER: Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Only Orange, Island Oasis DSP, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Red Gingham Ribbon
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch

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Cheer to Tropical Party

2010-07-02T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers!I'm so happy you stopped by today!
Today's card is another we did at my last stamp camp. It is a total CASE from Oregon Stamper on Split Coast. You can see hers HERE

Hope you are having a great day and that you'll come back again to visit soon!

Hugs,

Motorcycle Just for You

2010-07-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Here's a card that we made at my Birthday Stamp Camp on Friday.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Oval All, Motorcycle
INK: Not Quite Navy, Pumpkin Pie, Versamark
PAPER: Not Quite Navy, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, Old Olive
ACCESSORIES: Star Brad, Dimensionals, Blaoc Embossing Powder
TOOLS: Large Oval, Scallop Oval, Ticket Corner Punches, Heat Tool, Powder Pal, Embossing Buddy

Have a super day!
Hugs,

Because I Care

2010-06-30T09:16:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card is another one using the new Hostess Level One stamp set from the new Idea Book and Catalog that starts tomorrow! You can earn one just by having a qualifying workshop for FREE!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Because I Care
INK: Jet Black Stazon, White Gel Pen, Certainly Celery and Ballet Blue Stampin' Write Markers
PAPER: Whisper White, Certainly Celery and Ballet Blue
ACCESSORIES:none
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch

Don't forget today is the very LAST DAY to order from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog. Don't miss out on those colors or stamp sets because once they are gone they are gone!

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I Scream You Scream We All Scream for Ice Cream!

2010-06-28T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses the Sweet Scoops stamp set and was super easy to do. I added Dazzling Diamonds Glitter to the ice cream with my 2-Way Glue pen to give it a little sparkle and the Pink Striped Ribbon to finish it off.

Thanks for checking in and I hope you come back again soon!

Hugs,

Happy Birthday CASE

2010-06-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm glad you stopped to visit me today!
Today's card is one I CASEd from Tammy over at her Stamp with Tammy blog
I used the Party Hearty and All Holidays stamp sets and Summer Sun, Bermuda Bay and Real Red. It's pretty self explanatory other than I did stamp off first when stamping the hats to get a lighter image so the sentiment was sure to show up.

Hope you are having a great day!

Hugs,

Because I Care Hostess Set Sneak Peek

2010-06-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for joining me today!
Today's card uses a brand new stamp set called Because I Care-a Level One Hostess Set available only when you hostess a qualifying show of $150 (or order that much yourself!) It has this beautiful hydrangea flower image! I didn't have much time so I did the spotlighting technique instead of coloring the whole flower in but I can't wait to make another with it all colored too.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Upsy Daisy, Because I Care
INK: Jet Black Stazon
PAPER: Apricot Appeal, Ballet Blue, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Jeweled Brad(non-SU), Bashful Blue Striped Ribbon
TOOLS: Large Oval, Wide Oval and Scallop Oval Punches, Ticket Corner Punch

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Bouquet Bunch

2010-06-24T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to visit. I hope you'll leave me a comment so I know you've stopped by!
Today's card uses some of my left over card guts from stamp classes past. I used the Bouquet Bunch stamp set and Tiny Tags stamp set and a tag from the Two Tags Die that is retiring but still available until 6/30.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Tiny Tags, Bouquet Bunch
INK: Jet Black Stazon, Stampin' Write Markers
PAPER: Whisper White, Really Rust, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive DSP
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: Two Tags Die, Big Shot

Hugs,

Tropical Party Birthday

2010-06-23T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I know it's been FOREVER since I've posted! With the kids out of school and me still working it seems like I have no time whatsoever! I did manage to stamp a few things the last few days so I will show you those in the next few days.
Today's card is one I made using the Tropical Party stamp set and my Stampin' Write Markers in Close to Cocoa and Old Olive. I also used the Log Cabin Smooch Spritz and the Lattice Embossing Folder. The sentiment is from the Elements of Style stamp set.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you are having a great summer so far!

Hugs,

Smooch Spritz & Butterflies

2010-06-16T08:43:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by today!
Today's card is super simple but I really like it! I applied Silver Foil Smooch Spritz to a panel of Whisper White, matted it on another panel of Whisper White, then Basic Black and finally onto Whisper White card base. The butterflies were stamped first with the Elements of Style stamp set in Basic Black then die cut with the Big Shot and Beautiful Butterflies Die and adhered with Dimensionals.

Have a terrific day and hope to see you again soon!

Hugs,

Elements of Pink

2010-06-14T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card uses my favorite stamp set of late Elements of Style and I also got to use one of the three mini punches from the Itty Bitty Punches set.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Elements of Style
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Pink Passion, Whisper White, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Black Brad, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1" and 1 1/4" Circle Punches, Boho Blossoms Punch, Itty Bitty Punch

Hugs,

Elements of Style Butterfly

2010-06-12T06:56:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are enjoying your weekend! Today is the first day of summer vacation for my kids but of course my hubby had to work so I was woken up at 5:15 this morning-ugh! Maybe I can sneak in a nap later ;)
Today's card is one I have seen on the net while surfing so I apologize if this is a CASE of your card for not giving you credit-but I will if you let me know :)

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Elements of Style
INK: Basic Black, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink Stampin' Write Marker
PAPER: Basic Black, Old Olive, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Adhesive Jewel (non-SU), Dimensionals
TOOLS: Ticket Corner Punch, 1" and 1 1/4" Circle Punches, Big Shot, Beautiful Butterflies Die

Hugs,

So Proud of You

2010-06-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a terrific day!
Today's card is another we made at my Dads & Grads stamp camp. It's quite simple but I really like it!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Go Graduate
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Whisper White, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Crumb Cake (Kraft)
ACCESSORIES: Dimensionals
TOOLS: Star Punch, 1 1/4" & 1 3/8" Circle Punches, Spiral Punch

Hugs,

Graduation Gift Card Holder

2010-06-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped by to check out my project for today!
This is another from my Dads and Grads stamp camp and totally cased from one I saw HERE.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: First Day, Go Graduate, Starring You
INK: Real Red, Versamark, Basic Black
PAPER: Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red
ACCESSORIES: Rhinestone Brad, Sticky Strip, Copy Paper & Embroidery Floss (for diploma), Black Embossing Powder
TOOLS: Heat Tool, Powder Pal, Top Note Die, Big Shot, Paper Piercer & Mat Pack, Ticket Corner Punch

Hugs,

Celebrate Today

2010-06-06T08:27:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! Today's card is one we did at my Dads & Grads stamp camp yesterday. We had a great time catching up and stamping! I love my group of stampers! This one doesn't necessarily have to be for a Dad but it's masculine.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS:Starring You
INK: Basic Black, Versamark
PAPER: Crumb Cake (Kraft), Old Olive, Whisper White, Ballet Blue
ACCESSORIES: Star Brads (non-SU), Dimensionals
TOOLS: Star Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Crimper, Paper Piercer and Mat

Hugs,

Congrats Graduate!

2010-06-05T12:01:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! Today's card is one I made initially for my stamp camp today but then went with another gift card holder instead. It was inspired by a card I saw on Splitcoast Stampers HERE.

Hope you are having a terrific weekend!

Hugs,

Father's Day Gift

2010-06-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! So glad you stopped by!
Today's project is one we are going to make at my upcoming Dads and Grads stamp camp. It was easy to make and I hope my ladies will like it as much as I do!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: All Holidays
INK: Chocolate Chip, Soft Suede
PAPER: Crumb Cake (Kraft), Very Vanilla
ACCESSORIES: Genuine Brad, Log Cabin Smooch Spritz, Sponge, Sticky Strip
TOOLS: Small Star Punch, 1 3/8" & Scallop Circle Punches, Paper Shredder, Crimper (for stuffing inside), Bag with Scallops Die, Big Shot

Hugs,

Just for You

2010-05-30T08:41:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for checking in with me today! Hope you are having a great Memorial Day weekend!
Today's card is one that we are going to make at my upcoming Dads and Grads stamp camp. I used the Silver Smooch Spritz and the single Motorcycle stamp in the Summer Mini.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Oval Al, Motorcycle
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Going Gray, Brushed Silver, Basic Black, Whisper White, Old Olive
ACCESSORIES: Silver Smooch Spritz
TOOLS: 1 1/4" & 1 3/8" Square Punch, Large Oval, Wide Oval, 1 1/4" Circle Punches

Hugs,

Go Graduate!

2010-05-26T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for joining me!
Today's card uses the Go, Graduate stamp set in the Summer Mini Catalog and the Spotlighting technique.

STEPS:

Stamp the graduate feet (hee hee)in Jet Black Stazon on Whisper White twice. Punch the desired spotlight with the 1 1/4 Circle Punch and mat with Real Red punched with the 1 3/8" Circle Punch.
Mat it onto Basic Black. Stamp sentiment on Whisper White and graduation cap and trim with scissors.
Run a piece of Tempting Turquoise through the Big Shot with the Square Lattice Embossing Folder and mat onto Basic Black and finally onto your Kraft (Crumb Cake)card base.
Add the focal image lining up the spotlighted piece with the original. Adhere spotlighted piece and graduation cap with a Dimensional. Add sentiment.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Go, Graduate
INK: Jet Black Stazon, Stampin' Write Markers
PAPER: Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Basic Black, Crumb Cake
ACCESSORIES: Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Dimensionals
TOOLS: 1 1/4 and 1 3/8" Circle Punches

Hugs,

Island Wishes

2010-05-24T09:14:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you had a terrific weekend!
Today's card uses the new Island Oasis DSP, the Tropical Party stamp set and the Square Lattice Embossing folder all from the new Summer Mini catalog!

STEPS:

Stamp the leaf image in Old olive, stamping off once, onto Whisper White card stock. Add the sentiment from the Cheers to You stamp set in Basic Black.
Mat onto Tempting Turquoise then onto Island Oasis DSP.
Punch some tempting Turquoise card stock with the Scallop Border Punch and add the back of DSP. Mat onto Old Olive and finally onto your Whisper White card stock base.
Run some Chocolate Chip card stock through your Big Shot with the Square Lattice Embossing folder and punch with the Wide Oval Punch. Trim to look like half a coconut and adhere piece of straw to back with Sticky Strip. Adhere to card.
Stamp flower image from Tropical Party stamp set in Pumpkin Pie, trim with scissors and add to coconut.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Cheers to You, Tropical Party
INK: Basic Black, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie
PAPER: Island Oasis DSP, Old Olive, Whisper White, Tempting Turquoise
ACCESSORIES: Sticky Strip, Straw, Square Lattice Embossing Folder
TOOLS: Scallop Edge Punch, Big Shot, Wide Oval Punch

Hugs,

Island Oasis Desk Calendar

2010-05-21T09:37:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! I apologize that my posts have been few and far between-I have been so busy between work and kids (sick ones too!) I just haven't been able to get back into the swing of things!
Today's project is one I've shown before but I made a few the last couple of days & used the new Island Oasis DSP. It turned out so cute!

Here's a side view

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: none
INK:none
PAPER: Island Oasis DSP, Old Olive
ACCESSORIES: Bermuda Bay Polka Dot Ribbon, Post-it Notes, Mini Pens, Self-Stick Calendars, Sticky Strip, 5x7 Acrylic Frame
TOOLS: none

Hugs,

Best Wishes

2010-05-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I am just loving the new Elements of Style stamp set in the new Summer Mini Catalog! If you haven't gotten this set it's a must have!

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS:Oval All, Elements of Style
INK: Basic Black
PAPER: Real Red, Whisper White, Basic Black
ACCESSORIES: Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon
TOOLS: Large, Scallop and Wide Oval Punches
Thanks for stopping by!

Hugs,

Elements of Style

2010-05-16T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Today's card uses the new Elements of Style stamp set and the Silver Foil Smooch Spritz. I love this new Smooch Spritz-it's so easy to use and looks super neat!

STEPS:

Stamp the ivy image from the Elements of Style in Basic Black on Whisper White and spray with the Silver Foil Smooch Spritz.
Add to a panel of Basic Black and tie Real red Grosgrain Ribbon around it. Adhere to Real red card stock base.
Stamp the hummingbird image from the same stamp set in Real Red and cut out. Adhere to card using Dimensionals.
Punch Whisper White (2) and Real Red (3)card stock using the Scallop Circle Punch, spritz with water, pierce centers with Paper Piercer and add brad through all 5 scallop circles.
Scrunch up each scallop circle until you achieve the desired flower look. Spritz with Silver Foil Smooch Spritz and add to card using Mini Glue Dots.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Elements of Style
INK: Basic Black, Real red
PAPER: Basic Black, Real Red, Whisper White
ACCESSORIES: Silver Foil Smooch Spritz, Brad, Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon
TOOLS: Scallop Circle Punch, Paper Piercer, Water

Hugs,

I Smooch the Smooch Spritz!

2010-05-15T13:59:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by!
Today's card is the first one I've made using the fabulous Vanilla Smooch Spritz available now in the new Summer Mini Catalog! It's so easy to use and makes your cards shimmery and beautiful with a spritz or two!

Here's a little closer so you can see the shimmer of the Vanilla Smooch Spritz

STEPS:

Stamp the flower image from the Elements of Style stamp set in Jet Black Stazon on Very Vanilla card stock. Color in flowers using the Barely Banana Stampin' Write Marker.
Spray the Vanilla Smooch Spritz on your stamped panel, let dry and then adhere to a mat of Basic Black.
Tie some Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon around it and tie into a knot. Add to your Very Vanilla card base.
Stamp the sentiment from the Oval All stamp set in Jet Black Stazon and punch with the Large Oval Punch. Add to Basic Black punched with the Scallop Oval Punch. Adhere to card using Dimensionals after spritzing with the Vanilla Smooch Spritz.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Oval All, Elements of Style
INK: Jet Black Stazon, Stampin Write marker
PAPER: Basic Black, Very Vanilla
ACCESSORIES: Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon
TOOLS: Large and Scallop Oval Punches

Hugs,

Bouquet Bunch

2010-05-07T00:00:00.001-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by to check out today's card!
Today's card is the last that we did at my last stamp camp. It is CASED from the awesome Becky Roberts! Her cards and projects are always top-notch!

STEPS:

Stamp the pot from the new Bouquet Bunch in Jet Black Stazon ink on Whisper White die cut with the 2 Tags Die. Color in. Stamp the leaves from the same stamp set also in Jet Black Stazon, color in and cut a out. Add to pot using a dimensional.
Stamp the sentiment from the Fresh Cuts stamp set in Basic Black and tie Dusty Durango and Chocolate Chip Ribbon around the tag.
Rough up the edges of a piece of Really Rust card stock and add to your card base of Whisper White.
Add a panel of Chocolate Chip card stock and a piece of Old Olive DSP to your card and finally add the decorated tag.

Thanks for stopping by! Be sure to leave a comment to let me know you've been here! :)

Hugs,

2010-05-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Hope you are having a great day!
Today's card is another swap I received at our annual WOOHOO stampers event. This one is from none other than my beloved upline Janelle! Isn't it gorgeous?!?! The photo does it no justice it's creamy and shimmery and beautiful!! She used some of our new Smooch Spritz to make it shimmer!

Hugs,

Island Floral Pixie Sticks

2010-05-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! I'm so glad you stopped in to visit! Today's project is super simple. I used the new Island Floral Die and die cut some flowers that I added to some big pixie sticks using some leftover brads I had in my ginormous stash. I add some Razzleberry Lemonade DSParound a recycled jar, added some Crushed Curry Polka Dot Ribbon and ta-da! A cute little vase of flowers. My stamp camp attendees got to take one home with them :)

Hugs,

2010-05-05T06:16:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by! This is another card we made at my last stamp camp using the emboss resist technique.

STEPS:

Stamp the flower image from the Upsy Daisy stamp set in Versamark on Whisper White, Sprinkle with White Embossing Powder and heat set with the Heat Tool.
Sponge Pale Plum and Perfect Plum over the the embossed image and all around the panel until you have the desired look. Wipe off excess ink from embossed daisies using a tissue.
Mat onto Crumb Cake (Kraft) and then onto Perfect Plum with a torn bottom.
Add a piece of torn Pale Plum under the Perfect Plum piece and knot a length of Very Vanilla Grosgrain Ribbon around it.
Sponge a panel of Whisper white card stock with Creamy Caramel and Soft Suede ink. Add to card base of Crumb Cake.
Add daisy panel to card. Stamp sentiment from Starring You stamp set in Basic Black and punch with the Word Window Punch. Add to Perfect Plum punched with the Modern Label Punch, then Pale Plum 1" Circle and finally a Crumb Cake Designer Label. Adhere to card.

INGREDIENTS:

STAMPS: Starring You, Upsy Daisy
INK: Soft Suede, Creamy Caramel, Basic Black, Perfect Plum, Pale Plum
PAPER: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum, Whisper White, Crumb Cake (Kraft)
ACCESSORIES: Very Vanilla Grosgrain Ribbon
TOOLS: Word Window Punch, Designer Label, Modern Label Punch, 1" Circle Punch

Hugs,

A Cute Idea for Mothers' Day

2010-05-04T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for stopping by to visit! I hope you'll leave me a comment to let me know you've been here!

Today I am going to show you the 3-D Mothers' Day project we did at my last stamp camp. I bought some of those little containers you can find in the wedding area of the craft store and we made these.

We decorated the tops of the containers with these flowers made of 5 scallop circles in Pretty in Pink. I pierced the center of all five using my Paper piercer and Mat Pack then added a brad and spritzed them with water. I scrunched each layer up while it was damp and then sponged some Regal Rose ink that bled into it because of it being wet.

We spelled out the word MOTHER using the Lovely letters Alphabet stamp set the punched them with the 1 1/4" Circle Punch. We matted the letters onto Pretty in Pink punched with the 1 3/8" Circle Punch and then finally onto Certainly Celery punched with the Scallop Circle Punch. We lined them up onto some organza ribbon and then added another scallop circle to cover up where the ribbon was adhered. We added a button to the bottom and a knot of Pretty in Pink Striped Ribbon to the top. It all fits nice and neat into the container. You can do any word you want like SISTER, FRIEND, or the person's name. I know I had seen this idea somewhere so if it was your idea please email me so I can edit my post to add credit where it is due :)

Hugs,

A Neat New Fold!

2010-05-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey there stampers! Thanks for joining me today!
Today's card is simply a 6x6 piece of Island Oasis DSP folded and deocrated with the Tropical Party stamp set. It almost looks like a shirt with a collar to me!

Simply fold your 6x6 paper in thirds and fold the corners over and decorate!
Have a great day!!

Hugs,