Thanks a Bunch!

Thank you so much for attending my open house on Sunday. I had a fantastic time seeing all of you. Now the open house was Sun 9 Aug, but this post has been in draft form since then and I am finally reacquainting myself with my blog.

Where have I been?

This card was the one we made for the Make & Take. I apologize for the dark photo, my camera wasn't co-operating with me, or maybe I was just to tired to figure it out. The main card body is Chocolate Chip with Melon Mambo Textured CS on top of that. The Melon Mambo is a gorgeous, yummy colour and unfortunately this photo does not do it justice. You will just have to come on over and check out the new In colours in person.

Since the open house I have also re-created this card using some Bermuda Bay Textured Card Stock. This card has such a simple layout but can still make quite an impact with the bright vibrant colours.

I hope you enjoy today's post and am happy to see me back again! I am officially back for good as we are getting back into routine around here and therefore blogging will be back on schedule. There is so much to share with you!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Set: A Little Birthday Cheer, Circle Circus

Card Stock: Chocolate Chip, Whisper White and Bermuda Bay Textured Card Stock

Ink: Chocolate Chip, Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay Classic Pads

Accessories: Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain, Modern Label Punch, Sm Oval Punch, Dimensionals

Just Jawing Birthday

My neice's birthday was last week and this is the card I made for her.  When we were camping a month ago I was inspired by the bathing suit she was wearing.  I looked at her swimsuit and said, "Hey we have a stamp set that looks like that", so here is my creation!  I used the Just Jawing stamp set along with some of the Retired Rockabilly specialty paper.  I created my own designer paper at the bottom of the card using craft spots and crystal clear embossing powder.  I used the chunky glitter in the heart eyes.  The pretty in pink portion at the top is actually textured card stock as well.  It doesn't show up very well in the picture.  I love using the textured card stock, it adds so much to a card with so little effort. 

For the inside of the card, I wanted to use my Pop Up Cake Die.  This is what it looks like when you open the card. 

Why settle for one dimension when you can have three?  This die is perfect for creating wedding and party projects.  The Three Tier Cake Pop-Up Sissix Die sells for $53.95, Item # 116760. 

Instructions for assembly are included with the Die. There are so many different possibilities of what you can create with this cake.  All you need is a bit of imagination! 

Here is another picture to show you how it looks from the top. 

2 Great Promotions On Now!

During August and September, Stampin' Up! is celebrating kids, and we've got two great deals for the young and the young at heart.  

1. From August 1 - September 30 only, get the exclusive Décor Elements Growth Chart--plus, receive a free applicator tool!

2. From August 1-31, spend $45 on stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue, and receive a FREE package of Designer buttons--a $10.95 value!

Click HERE to order your growth chart today, or contact me at anytime to get yours.  This item would make a fantastic gift! 

Click HERE to view the growing up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue.  

Last Deal of the Week!

Here it is... the last "Deal of the Week"!  July is almost over, can you believe it?  

If you are interested in purchasing the Heart to Heart Punch at the fantastic price of just $15.99, then contact me today to order yours!  

I'm Back Again

Hi there folks!  

Well, I am back from camping once again with my family.  We went away to Balsam Lake Provincial Park.  It was a really nice trip, but am happy to be home and will be happier when all my loads of laundry are done.   I still have another week with my step sons here, so I probably won't see much stamping time until the long weekend.  

Don't forget I am having my New Catalogue Open House and Retired Stamp Set Sale on Sun 9 Aug from 1-5pm.  

The current deal of the week is the Styled Very Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware.  30% off.  On Sale for $26.99.  This sale is only good until Mon 27 Jul at 1150am.  At noon the next deal of the week will be announced.  If you are interested in ordering this deal please contact me as soon as possible.

I will be placing an order Monday morning if you are interested in ordering anything or if you are interested in ordering any of the In Colour Club products from my earlier post I can add those to it as well.  

I hope you are all having a great summer! 

Take Advantage of the In Colour Club!

Have you ever wished you could try out some new colours and products in smaller quantities before purchasing a full pack of just one thing?  If you answered yes, then here are some solutions for you!

Option 1:

New In Colour Stampin' Write Markers, set of 6 (value $25.95)

The new In Colours are Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry and Bermuda Bay.

8 1/2 x 11 Card Stock Assorted (value $10.50)

2 Sheets of Each Colour for a total of 12 Sheets of Card Stock. 

In Colour Polka Dot Ribbon (value $14.95/15 yds)

2 yds of Each Colour for a total of 12 Yards of Ribbon. 

 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (value $13.25 / 12 sheets)

2 - 6x6 Pieces of DSP in each colour for a total of 12 - 6x6 pieces of patterned paper. 

Patterns will vary between colours. 

Total Cost of Option 1:

$55.00 (price includes shipping and tax)

Markers, 12 sheets of Card Stock, 12 Yards of Ribbon and 12 - 6x6 pieces of Designer Paper.

Option 2:

Maybe you are not interested in the markers, or all 6 In Colours and would prefer the Classic Stamp Pads. Here is another option for you.  Choose which In Colour you like the best and receive the Classic Pad, the Ink Refill, 3 Sheets Card Stock, 3 yds Ribbon and 6 - 6x6 sheets of  Designer Paper

Total Cost of Option 2:

$20.00 (price includes shipping and tax) for 1 In color.

Buy all 6 In Colours in Option 2 for just $110, that is a $ 20 savings from actual retail price.

Contact me today to take advantage of this fabulous offer.  Please specify between Option 1 and Option 2 and if you go for option 2 please make it clear which colour you are interested in.  

To summarize:

Option 1: $55.00

Markers, 12 sheets Card Stock, 12 yds Ribbon, 12 sheets 6x6 Designer Paper

Option 2: $20.00 for one In Colour

Classic Pad, Ink Refill, 3 sheets Card Stock, 3 yds Ribbon, 6 sheets 6x6 Designer Paper

Have a great day!  

I'm Back!

Hi there everyone, 

I am trying so hard to get back into the swing of things, but after you spend a week of camping and relaxing in a new trailer it is hard to get back on track.  I have finally created a card using some of the new products and here it is. 

I really wanted to use some of the new In Colours and I ended up only using one.  Rich Razzleberry!

Isn't it a gorgeous colour.  When I was choosing my colour combination I was completely pulled toward Old Olive for the 2nd colour and then I looked down my paper racks for my 3rd colour and Voila!! Pale Plum was the lucky winner! 

I am just loving these new ribbons we have as well. Just love the polka dots!  I am planning on having an In Colour Club/Share as well so you can get your hands on all these exciting products available in our 6 new in colours! 

I sponged Old Olive Ink onto the card front.  Doing this changes the texture of the card stock giving it a bit of a suede look.  I stamped images from the Circle Circus stamp set in my 3 colours on Whisper White Card Stock then sponged versamark all over and embossed with Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder.  I can't seem to do anything these days without a little bit of bling! It makes me happy!  The Happy Birthday Salutation came from a new stamp set called Teeny Tiny Wishes.  This stamp set is a fantastic stamp set that has a greeting for all occasions.  

I added some paper piercing and the ribbon and voila! All done!  I hope you enjoy it and tomorrow I will have all the details of my In Colour Club for you!  

Have a great day!