Sunday, April 12, 2009
Second Attempt at Kristina Werner's Color Challenge #49
Kristina Werner Challenge #49
OK, so I decided to try one of Kristina Werner's color challenges again....... This is the first one I tried, not sure how I feel about it. I used the Cheeap Talk stamp set, I LOVE those cute little birds. I had trouble incorporating the Rose Red into the mix, seems to make it a little juvenile, but it's growing on me :)
Friday, April 10, 2009
BIG Impressions
Well, what a weekend I had when I was out of town. Have you ever been so close to the edge of the bed that it surprised you when you went to get out and just fell? Well that's exactly what I did. When my foot went to the ground, it slipped and I literally fell "onto" the corner of the night stand before I hit the ground. I was in PAIN for a couple of days, complaining and groaning, and missing work until I finally decided I should go to the doctor even though it didn't feel like they could do anything. X-rays showed I actually have two broken ribs, broken to the point the ends are rubbing together which is the cause for the popping and grating when I move..... You probably didn't want to hear this so graphically, huh? To make a long story short, by going to the doctor, I now have powerful DRUGS which make life much more enjoyable and less painful. Anyw
ay, stamping must go on, right???????????????
I also had to try this cute little flowerpot card that I've been seeing everywhere. It's so easy to make, but took me forever to decide on the flowers I wanted to use on the insert. I must have cut out 15 different flowers, trying to mix them, but I liked these the best. These flowers were created by using the "Simple Flower" embosslits die which not only embosses, but cuts it out too. How easy can that be? I used some Rhinestone Brads and a colored button, which I believe is retired now. I
also punched out a flower from the Boho Blossoms punch to dress up the riding hood red flower. The leaves you see is using the "Little Leaves" sizzlits die and running through the Big Shot. This die cuts the leaves out so you don't have to. Did you notice the cute little tag I hung on the 5/8" striped Riding Hood Red ribbon? It's a new stamp out of the Occasions Mini Catalog called Oval All #113790 and then after I colored it, I punched it out with the Brand New Scallop Oval Punch, also from the Occasions Mini Catalog! Speaking of the Occasions Mini catalog, did you know that if you purchased $40.00 of merchandise from this Mini Catalog, you could cho0se a FREE "Under $10.00" item from page 208 of the Spring-Summer Catalog?????? Check it out, because there are some really cute stamps and also some Mini Note Card kits. Each of the note card kits come with two stamps that keep on stamping even after the notes are gone.
I also "copied" this cute Masculine card thinking it was very clean and really nice for a man; could be fathers day, birthday, thinking of you, etc. All I did was run the front of the Whisper White cardstock through the Big Shot using the Texture Plates Kit #4. I don't know what this impression might be called, but I'll call it "wood" LOL. The other impressions are much easier to name than this one, but this is the one I really love! The Texture Plates are great. There are three plates per set, each are double sided, so you get 6 impressions for only $9.95. The Backgrounds Plates are just as fun and again there are 6 images on three sheets for only $9.95. Using these background/texture plates really make a difference in your cards and projects as it gives them a 3-D image you wouldn't otherwise have, and dresses them up making an even bigger "impression" on your friends, family and customers. How do you like that play on words...... Anyway, the stamp I used is from the Eight Great Greetings stamp set displayed in the new Occasions Mini Catalog. What a cute set it is with so many different ideas and uses for lots of occasions. The reason I bought it in the first place is for the bunny; she is SO cute. I mounted the stamped image on a square of Chocolate Chip Cardstock and adhered it to the card using dimensionals to pop it up from the card. The last thing was to tie a piece of 1" Double Stitched Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon. This is such an easy, stunning masculine card...... Homemade cards don't have to be really hard to be gorgeous do they?
When I was at our Demonstrator Meeting last week one of the girls showed how she ran her business card through the Big Shot using her Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die. Well, I tried it and it is soooooo coooooool. What do think?
If you don't have this Textured Impression die and would like to see it up close and personal, respond to this post and I'll send you one of my business cards that I texturized. You will love it too; so much so, you will HAVE to have your own Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die. How better to impress your customers.....what a fun idea!!
ay, stamping must go on, right???????????????I also had to try this cute little flowerpot card that I've been seeing everywhere. It's so easy to make, but took me forever to decide on the flowers I wanted to use on the insert. I must have cut out 15 different flowers, trying to mix them, but I liked these the best. These flowers were created by using the "Simple Flower" embosslits die which not only embosses, but cuts it out too. How easy can that be? I used some Rhinestone Brads and a colored button, which I believe is retired now. I
also punched out a flower from the Boho Blossoms punch to dress up the riding hood red flower. The leaves you see is using the "Little Leaves" sizzlits die and running through the Big Shot. This die cuts the leaves out so you don't have to. Did you notice the cute little tag I hung on the 5/8" striped Riding Hood Red ribbon? It's a new stamp out of the Occasions Mini Catalog called Oval All #113790 and then after I colored it, I punched it out with the Brand New Scallop Oval Punch, also from the Occasions Mini Catalog! Speaking of the Occasions Mini catalog, did you know that if you purchased $40.00 of merchandise from this Mini Catalog, you could cho0se a FREE "Under $10.00" item from page 208 of the Spring-Summer Catalog?????? Check it out, because there are some really cute stamps and also some Mini Note Card kits. Each of the note card kits come with two stamps that keep on stamping even after the notes are gone.
I also "copied" this cute Masculine card thinking it was very clean and really nice for a man; could be fathers day, birthday, thinking of you, etc. All I did was run the front of the Whisper White cardstock through the Big Shot using the Texture Plates Kit #4. I don't know what this impression might be called, but I'll call it "wood" LOL. The other impressions are much easier to name than this one, but this is the one I really love! The Texture Plates are great. There are three plates per set, each are double sided, so you get 6 impressions for only $9.95. The Backgrounds Plates are just as fun and again there are 6 images on three sheets for only $9.95. Using these background/texture plates really make a difference in your cards and projects as it gives them a 3-D image you wouldn't otherwise have, and dresses them up making an even bigger "impression" on your friends, family and customers. How do you like that play on words...... Anyway, the stamp I used is from the Eight Great Greetings stamp set displayed in the new Occasions Mini Catalog. What a cute set it is with so many different ideas and uses for lots of occasions. The reason I bought it in the first place is for the bunny; she is SO cute. I mounted the stamped image on a square of Chocolate Chip Cardstock and adhered it to the card using dimensionals to pop it up from the card. The last thing was to tie a piece of 1" Double Stitched Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon. This is such an easy, stunning masculine card...... Homemade cards don't have to be really hard to be gorgeous do they?
When I was at our Demonstrator Meeting last week one of the girls showed how she ran her business card through the Big Shot using her Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die. Well, I tried it and it is soooooo coooooool. What do think?If you don't have this Textured Impression die and would like to see it up close and personal, respond to this post and I'll send you one of my business cards that I texturized. You will love it too; so much so, you will HAVE to have your own Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die. How better to impress your customers.....what a fun idea!!
Saturday, April 4, 2009
3 Easy Payments to become a Demonstrator
3 Easy Payment Plan Has Been Extended
In slower economical times, people often look for more affordable ways to spend time with each other and relieve stress. The Stampin' Up! opportunity can provide what they need, plus an enjoyable and flexible way to earn money. The Three Easy Payments option helps out even more by allowing potential recruits to spread out the up-front cost of starting their Stampin' Up! business across three affordable payments. If they earn enough during their first two months as a demonstrator, their Starter Kit cost can even pay for itself!
The 3 Easy Payment Plan!
Fabulous idea if you ask me, since we are all feeling the crunch of the lovely economic times and REALLY NEED our discount on our stamping supplies!!!This limited time offer allows you to make a partial initial payment and still receive the Starter Kit right away.
3 PAYMENT DETAIL:Payments breakdown for the Starter Kit Price of $199 (April 1-30)
Payment #1 (charged when you order) -$66.34 (+ sales tax)Payment #2 (charged May 15) - $66.33Payment #3 (charged June 15) -$66.33
JOIN BEFORE April 30 AND YOU WILL:
Receive a special hand stamped gift from ME ☺
SIGN UP IS EASY:Start by printing the order form and customize your starter kit. Fill out the 3 Easy Payment form Contact Me -paperwork must be mailed to Stampin' Up!. You cannot join online if you want to take advantage of the payment plan.
It's the perfect time to be a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! You can simply enjoy the discount for yourself or start a club by stamping with a few friends each month or make it a full time business. In my 4 years as a demonstrator, I have never had a day where I hated my boss or worried about getting laid off ☺
Do I look like I'm having fun??? I LOVE this job!
In slower economical times, people often look for more affordable ways to spend time with each other and relieve stress. The Stampin' Up! opportunity can provide what they need, plus an enjoyable and flexible way to earn money. The Three Easy Payments option helps out even more by allowing potential recruits to spread out the up-front cost of starting their Stampin' Up! business across three affordable payments. If they earn enough during their first two months as a demonstrator, their Starter Kit cost can even pay for itself!
The 3 Easy Payment Plan!
Fabulous idea if you ask me, since we are all feeling the crunch of the lovely economic times and REALLY NEED our discount on our stamping supplies!!!This limited time offer allows you to make a partial initial payment and still receive the Starter Kit right away.
3 PAYMENT DETAIL:Payments breakdown for the Starter Kit Price of $199 (April 1-30)
Payment #1 (charged when you order) -$66.34 (+ sales tax)Payment #2 (charged May 15) - $66.33Payment #3 (charged June 15) -$66.33
JOIN BEFORE April 30 AND YOU WILL:
Receive a special hand stamped gift from ME ☺
SIGN UP IS EASY:Start by printing the order form and customize your starter kit. Fill out the 3 Easy Payment form Contact Me -paperwork must be mailed to Stampin' Up!. You cannot join online if you want to take advantage of the payment plan.
It's the perfect time to be a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! You can simply enjoy the discount for yourself or start a club by stamping with a few friends each month or make it a full time business. In my 4 years as a demonstrator, I have never had a day where I hated my boss or worried about getting laid off ☺
Do I look like I'm having fun??? I LOVE this job!
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Happy Fathers Day
I know, it's way to early for Fathers Day..... but I was trying to come up with a card for Kristina Werner's color challenge using Chocolate Chip, So Saffron, Tangerine Tango and Whisper White using one of the new stamp sets from the Occasions Mini Catalog and this is what evolved. After looking at some of the other cards posted, they were all pretty elegant looking and I didn't see anything comical; so I think I will try that challenge again later.
On this card, I used all of the above colors.... wanted to use some corderoy buttons, but don't have any yet so I substituted a couple of chocolate chip jumbo brads that are new this year. The card looks pretty stark..... needs something more, but couldn't think of anything more. I stamped the image on scrap paper and cut out the hat and golf ball and adhered them on the original image making them stand out and give some dimension to the card.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
New Occasions Mini Catalog
The new Occasions Mini Catalog is now available for orders from April 1 through June 30. The catalog is chocked full of really fun new stamp sets and accessories and yummy designer series paper. If you like the Scallop Circle, Scallop Straight Edge Punch or the Eyelet Border Punch you will LOVE the new Oval Scallop Punch featured in this new catalog. What makes it even better is that there is such a cute new stamp set (Oval All #113790) that coordinates with this punch in the catalog. I have attached a link to the Occasions Mini catalog above if you don't already have one.Not only are there new fun stamp sets, but Stampin' Up is Offering a GET CONNECTED PROMOTION and for every $40.00 in product you spend out of the Occasions Mini, you can choose a free "Under $10" item from page 208 in the Spring-Summer Catalog from April 1-30. Also if you host a workshop totaling $150 or more you'll get one item from the "Under $10" page.
If you see something really fun let me know and we'll get it ordered for you. You can also go to my Stampin' Up! website and order on-line and have it delivered direct to your door. Also, if you order on-line, I have a punch card for every on-line order you do, and when it's full you will receive a free stamp set of any value as a thank you from me.
Have a fun April Fools Day!!!
Textured Impressions Die
I was at the Home & Garden show a couple of weeks ago and was making projects as I sat in the Stampin' Up! booth. This turned out really pretty and it is so extremely simple and elegant. I'm so hoping that Stampin' Up! decides to keep the Impressions Die, the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set and the Urban Oasis in the new catalog that will be coming out this summer. On this card I used Apricot Appeal cardstock and 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon and Garden Green for the Manhatten Flower impresion. I cut around the top of the flowers and adhered to the Apricot Appeal cardstock. I used the Chit Chat Rub-Ons for the Thank you greeting.
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