Card Class - Christmas

Hey there! Finally getting the photos up for the card class on the 7th. Sorry they are not the best of quality. The first card which is in more traditional colors can have a greeting placed inside or a 2 1/2 X 3 1/2 size landscape wallet photo. The retro color Christmas card features the colors we used in our last class and is pretty while also being simple and quick!

Class is at 5:30pm on the 7th. Remember if you do not live in the area or are unable to attend a kit is still available to you at the same price ($10) plus shipping.

Create Layout

Hello all! So glad to be creating again... had a few weeks of with the chaos of life. This "Create" layout will be the layout we do in our next scrap class on the 7th of November. Class is at 7:00pm if you are interested in joining us. If you do not live in the Las Vegas area and are interested in joining in on the fun I do have the ability to "skype" you in to class and your kit can be shipped.

This layout can be customized to your color preference... just let me know when you RSVP.

Class is $20 and includes your kit. All you need to bring is your basic tools such as trimmer, scissors, and of course your favorite adhesive.

Quick and Easy Frame Layout

Today I am sharing a quick and easy layout that is wonderful for a 12X12 frame. Great gift giving idea as well!

I am going to do my best to get back on the wagon with regular posts. Thank you all for your patience as I have slacked off lately with all that has been going on in my personal life.

Card Class

I am super excited to be offering a card class again. I have done them in the past and had to take some time off from doing so. It was so convenient to have cards for many occasions to grab at a moment's notice. For this first class I am recreating two cards straight out of the Idea Book & Catalog. Every time I thumb through the IB&C these two cards (found on page 98) catch my eye. So without further adieu...

Class will be held on Monday, October 10th at 5:30pm.

Cost: $10

We will be making three of each design.

Don't forget your scissors, adhesive, and Stampin' Dimensionals.

Please RSVP to reserve your card kit!

Build-A-Bear Building Blocks

I am super excited to be the proud owner of the Build-A-Bear DieCut! I am having so much fun with this new diecut and in preparation for my middle daughter RoseMarie's upcoming birthday party at Build-A-Bear I have created this layout.

Hopefully from the angle you can see the dimension of the layout.

Close-Up of the first bear.

Close-Up of the Second bear.

This layout will be for our next Monday Night Me Time scrapbooking class.
Class will be held on Monday, October 10th at 6pm.
Cost for the kit is $20. If you are a grandfathered in member you know what your discount is.
There will be the option of boy or girl bears and a few color options as well. When you RSVP please let me know if you want both girl / both boy / or one of each gender for the bears as well as if you want any pink on the layout or not.

Changing Things Up

So today instead of sharing more regional projects I decided to show you the swaps I made for regionals.

I LOVE my first one with the apple. It was so fun to make and I think it would be great to use for teacher appreciation week later in the school year. The second card I struggled with. I did my backgrounds and my base and then the original idea I had for the designed element was not cute as I had envisioned it. (Supposed to be a coffee cup.) Anyhow, I stared at this card for days trying to come up with plan two and the heart is the result. I still wish it had more flare. Needless to say I swapped all of the apple cards and wound up with only some heart cards left at the end of the day!

More Fun Project Ideas!!!

So, I have more fabulous projects from Regionals to show you. These two are the make-n-take projects we all got to complete during the day.

Sample Display

Sample Display

Great Day, Great Fun, Great People!!!

(More samples coming soon.)

Great New Friends

I have another batch of projects to show you from Regionals, but before I do I wanted to show you pictures of some fabulous people I met. I made a new friend from Arizona by the name of Lori. Here is a picture of her and I along with another new friend that we met by the name of Karen. You will also notice that there is a fourth person in our photo. It is none other than.... Shelli Garnder (the founder and visionary of Stampin' Up).

Sherry, Shelli, Lori, Karen

Sherry & Shelly

ABC123

Next Monday Night Me Time is coming up!
Monday, September 19th at 6:00pm
Check out the layout below...

This layout will be featuring the technique of gathering your ribbon as well as accenting your paper with Crystal Effects and buttons. I have several color options for this layout to meet your needs. The layout is intended for a baby or school themed layout but really can be adapted to any theme you wish by simply changing the title.

The first is a pink background (like the sample layout) with a multicolored circle pattern on the opposite side.

The second option is a yellow pinstriped background with a lined paper pattern on the opposite side.

SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT

The third option is a white with blue and green circle background with a green with white polka dot pattern on the opposite side.

The fourth and final option is a blue circle background with a multi-colored striped pattern on the opposite side.

Kit colors are on a first reserved basis. Please let me know which kit you would like when reserving your space in class. I have twelve kits available. As always if you live out of state and would like a kit you can purchase one and have it shipped to you. The class/kit fee is $20 (plus shipping if applicable).

I look forward to seeing you! Please let me know if you have any questions...

Cute Cards - More Samples from Regionals

Here are some more cards I snapped pictures of at Regionals. I especially like the lollipop card. It was such a great opportunity to get to see all of these wonderful samples!

Stampin' Up Regionals - Project Ideas

I was so grateful to get to go to the Stampin' Up Regional event in Henderson last Friday. I met some wonderful people and got to see lots of amazing product samples as well as make-and-take a few projects. I even participated in swapping cards. All of this means I have lots of photos to show you.

To get us started here are some project samples and demo boards.

I can't wait to show off everything I learned!!!

If you would like to host a party and receive some FREE Stampin' Up merchandise please let me know. I am offering a booking incentive to anyone who hosts a party in September... a FREE classic in pad in the color of your choice.

If you don't live in the area there are ways you too can earn FREE merchandise. You can host a "book" party or a party in a basket where I send you a make-and-take to do with your friends and you collect orders earning FREE stuff!!! As always you can also place an order of $150 or more retail price and earn the hostess benefits.

Kit for Sale - One Left

I have one Circus layout kit left. The cost is $20, or $10 if you attended my class and would like a duplicate.

Please let me know if you are interested.

Next MNM Class - ABC123

Come one come all to the next Monday Night Me Time (MNM) class!

Monday, September 19th at 6:00pm.

The class fee is $20 and includes your kit. You bring trimmer, adhesives, etc.

The title of the layout is ABC123 and can be themed for a back to school, baby, or young child.

I will have different colored kits available to suit your needs on a first come first serve basis.
The options are:
lined white paper background (good for older children/back to school)
pink patterned abc background
blue patterned abc background
yellow patterned background
light green patterned background

Please RSVP as soon as possible so that you can ensure which color kit you want and so that I can prepare kits for you!

As always if you are unable to attend or live outside of my area you can always purchase a kit (US only) for the class fee plus shipping.

Class Tomorrow...

I can't wait for class tomorrow. I am looking forward to a great evening with fabulous friends. I have missed having classes!!! In case you didn't see it the first time around here is a photo of the layout we will be creating (this time a little better quality picture).

I do have one spot left in class/one kit available for sale. Cost is $20 (plus shipping if you are not attending).

Stampin' Up Remake - Edition 2

I just loved this card I saw in a bonus insert in scrapbooks etc. magazine. The design by Polly Maly was clean and simple and the end result really caught my eye. So for this reason I decided to remake this card as my second edition of Stampin' Up Remake. I hope you enjoy!

My rendition using only SU Products.

Version by Polly Maly

Card Challenge Submission

Here is my creation for the latest Craft Project Central monthly card challenge.

You can play along too! Just click on the CPC link above and scroll down the page to the post about the August card challenge!

FREE Designer Series Paper

During August, get a FREE package of Stampin’ Up!’s® exclusive Designer Series Paper— a $10.95 value—when you buythree! Choose from a wide variety of designs and colors available in the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog and 2011Summer Mini Catalog. Find a Designer Series Paper for every crafting occasion, every crafting project, and every creative mood.

You can browse the selection of Designer Series Paper, view other 2011-2012 IDB&C products, get project ideas and so much more on my Stampin' Up web page.

Don't forget I am always looking to build my team of enthusiastic scrappers, stampers and card makers so ask me for details today!!!

I'm A Winner!!!

So excited to share with you that my creation for the CPC card challenge was this month's winner!!!

They just posted a new card challenge for this month, stop on by to play along.

They have also posted their first project for the month of August, be sure to check it out!

Surprise Candy Box & Easel Card

In this fabulous project designer Kim has shown a great new take on an easel card. I like how she used the Top Note Die to create this masterpiece. The coordinating box is great for any occasion!
Make sure to check our Kim's project as well as all CPC projects featured on my blog this month at Craft Project Central. If you would like directions to July's projects it is only $10 to subscribe!!!

Pennant Parade

If you do not yet have Stampin' Up's Pennant Punch you are for sure going to want to order it to be able to create this project. You can visit my Stampin' Up page to view products and place your order.

Make sure to check out this talented designer Anne Marie on her blog. If you would like directions for her project (and why wouldn't you???) you can join Craft Project Central for the month of July.

Flower Headbands

I can't wait to learn how to make these flowers. Better yet is that they are on a headband... yep that's right you can now create for any occasion to match the kiddos clothing!!!

Designer Joanna has such talent. You can visit her blog here. Make sure to leave her a comment and let her know how fabulous her creation is.

If you would like instructions for her project make sure to join Craft Project Central for the month of July, you will have access to all July projects.

Party Favor Collection

You are sure to love this Party Favor Collection as much as I do. My kiddos would think I was "supermom" if I did this for them. (They gave me a card for my birthday with the SuperMom logo so I guess they already do!) I am thinking great ideas for back to school teacher gifts and even Valentine's gifts as well.

Make sure to check out designer Kim's blog here.

If you want directions for this or any other project featured this month from Craft Project Central click here.

Circus Time with Punch Figures

Here it is! The first class I have done since going back to work full time. I will be teaching this page class on Monday, August 8th if you live in the Las Vegas/Henderson area and would like to attend.

I LOVE how this turned out!!!

Anyhow, I cannot take full credit for the punch art. The Elephant was inspired by Ellen Kemper. The clown and lion were also inspired by others but the picutres I have saved to not have a watermark with their names. (If it is you please let me know!!!)

Class Details:

Monday. August 8th @ 6pm

$20 includes your kit and pdf instructions e-mailed to you.

You bring adhesives, trimmer, scissors etc.

If you are not able to attend or are not in the area you can still purchase a kit for the same price, plus shipping. If you are a Stampin' Up demo and would like the instructions for class use please contact me for details.

Registration Deadline is July 29th by noon.

Please contact me with any questions.

Something Sweet Treat Box & Card

This project brings me back it time to when I had a bubble-gum machine bedspread and room. I think it is such a clever way to give someone special a little sweet treat! You can check out this project at CPC. Make sure to also visit Monika at her blog and tell her how much you like this project!

Elegant Thank You

Here is the second card I made for the Swap I am participating in. As you can see, the original stamp is all one image with a swirl above and below the THANK YOU sentiment. I wanted to change things up a bit and give the stamp new life. I think I was able to do that with this design.

Supplies

Whisper White Card Stock cut to 3"X6" and scored at 3" for the card base.

  Pear Pizzazz Card Stock cut to 3X3 for card front.

Just Add Cake Designer Series Paper cut to

2 3/4" X 2 3/4" for front card element.

Elegant Thank You Stamp

Pear Pizzazz Stampin' Write Marker

Concord Crush Stampin' Write Marker

3/16" Corner Punch

Spiral Border Punch

Holiday Line-Up Swap Card

Merry Christmas... in July!

 Here is the Holiday Line-Up card featuring the Elf stamp that I have been working on for the past week or so.

Whew... all I can say is that is a lot of elves to color when you times it by twenty-eight cards. I think it was well worth it though and I am really pleased with how it turned out right down to the distressed edges on the elf background that remind me of snow. I hope the gals I am swapping with are equally as pleased.

Supplies
Holiday Line-Up Stamp Set... #111648... elves
Loads of Love Stamp Set... #104606... greeting
Basic Black Stamp Pad... #101179... to stamp elves
7-Sided Distressing Tool... #106958 (Cutter Kit)
     ...to distress the edges of the elf background
Whisper White Card Stock... #100730
     ...cut to 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"; 4" X 2 1/4"
Rich Razzleberry Card Stock... #115316
     ...cut to 4 1/4" X 2 3/4"
Crumb Cake Card Stock... #120953
     ...cut to 4" X 5 1/4"
Linen Thread... #104199
Brights Designer Buttons... #119747
The following Stampin' Write Markers to color the elves:
Rich Razzleberry... #120970... also used to ink the greeting
Baja Breeze... #120965
Pear Pizzazz... #119801 (2010-2012 In Color Set)
Not Quite Navy... #100059
So Saffron... #120969
Early Espresso... #119680
Also to color the elves/elf background:
Watercolor Pencils... #101879
Blender Pens... #102845
Bling for the elf hats:
Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter... #102023
Multipurpose Liquid Glue... #110755

My First Ever Craft Project Central Project!!!

I am super excited to share with you my first ever Craft Project Central project!

This photo box and easel are a great way to display and store your favorite summer photos. It is also a fun gift idea for Grandmas and Grandpas or Aunts and Uncles alike so that they can display their loved ones photos on a coffee table at home or desk at work.

If you would like directions to this project or any other project I feature from Craft Project Central this month please click on the link above... signing up for your monthly subscription is easy.

And remember to leave me a comment about what type of project you would like to see me create next. The winning idea will receive a FREE subscription to Craft Project Central for access to all of this month's projects. The winner will be chosen on Sunday the 17th!

Birthday Hat Favor Box & Card

I can't wait to get my hands on the directions for this project created by Julie. Her project is being featured on Craft Project Central.

The last couple of birthdays the kiddos have had I have wanted something unique for the party favors. Well, I think this fits the bill! Party favors can get crazy expensive and I always wind up with a bunch of little plastic toys all about the house when my kiddos come home from a party so I have been wanting to think outside the box. This little party favor hat could hold a little something for the kiddos to take home and provides a unique place that they will want to store their "treasure" in.

Card Swap...

I am participating in a Card Swap featuring stamp sets that are in the new catalog. Having a blast! I will be making a card with the Holiday Line-Up stamp set as well as a card featuring the Elegant Thank You stamp set. For the past few days I have been coloring elves, elves, and more elves... ten more sets to go. I am also trying a new color combination with this Holiday Line-Up card and I am liking it a lot. Check back in the next few days... when I get one card all set to go I will post it here for you along with a color challenge to boot!

Under the Stars Summer Vacation Project

Yet another design that is just too cute! This time from Lorri. Her project will be featured tomorrow on Craft Project Central.

I can't wait to try this one! I LOVE this stamp set and was so happy to see it carried over into the new catalog.
Make sure to leave me a comment about what type of project you would like to see me do next, or even a technique you would like to learn and you can win a FREE subscription to Craft Project Central for the month of July. Entries need to be received on or by July 16th when my project is featured as I will be choosing the winner then!