Archives for September 2014

CARD: So Grateful for You from Holiday Home

stampin up holiday home gratefulDon't you just love the new Holiday Home stamp set and coordinating Framelit dies in the Holiday Catalog? Too stinkin' cute! I am especially fond of the accessories that can go for Halloween, Christmas, or use the houses for something totally different. Like house-warming, change of address, new home, etc. Very fun. This card is a "Grateful" fall theme that would be great for Thanksgiving, thank yous and fall birthdays. By Wendy Cranford.

FUNDRAISER: Help us Stamp Out Breast Cancer – Free Tutorial

sobc team join us 5th Annual Stamp Out Breast Cancer Fundraiser Join us, OR simply make a donation All donations receive a free tutorial and entry to win our Door Prize of a complete set of Blendabilities! Whether you attend or not One of the many things I love about Stampin Up, is how we can use it to help others. Join me and our team of demonstrators and help us raise money for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer while having some stamping fun. A keynote speaker/survivor’s once had some very powerful words. She said “Last year, I attended this event and was encouraged to go get a mammogram. You talked about the importance of early detection. I was diagnosed, treated, and today, I stand before you Cancer free, Thank you.” Talk about changing lives! Together we can make a difference! blendabilities fundraiser door prize stampin upJoin us on Facebook When: October 18, 2014 Where: Harmony Hall 1660 Lakeview Avenue Dracut, MA 1:00pm - 4:00pm $20 Donation to attend thru Oct 17, or $25 at the door Click for printable flyer 100% of the proceeds go directly to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (part of the American Cancer Society) ATTEND OR SIMPLY DONATE
  • Attend free with each donation of $20
  • Receive a Free Tutorial for these projects with your donation
  • Entry to win Complete set of Blendabilities Markers & Memento Ink pad ($175+ value)
EVENT ATTENDEES ALSO RECIEVE
  • 5 Gorgeous projects
  • Entry into the GRAND PRIZE drawing of 1 of 2 Big Shots and more
  • Munchies
  • Inspirational Display Boards
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VIDEO: Bringing Sunshine into your life

feel goodsThose who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves... such a beautiful sentiment from the Stampin' Up "Feel Goods" stamp set. The "wooden" background is from the Hardwood background stamp. Check out today's video and learn how to create this gorgeous car, including a tip on how to get the best ink "coverage" from those background stamps.. Inspired by Jamie Hurley.

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CARD: Wondrous Wreath Christmas Card

wonderful wreath stampin upHere's a great Christmas card featuring the Wondrous Wreath stamp set in the 2014 Holiday Catalog, along with the Circle framelits. The wreath is cut from the circles, then popped up on Stampin Dimensioinals to make it pop off the card. Such a cool idea. This came from my Founders Circle swaps, but whichever of my friends made this...you didn't put your name on it. If you recognize it please let me know so I can give you credit for this great card!

CARD: Brewing up some fun with Founders Circle Swap

teeheehee stampin upHad some super "stinkin' cute" fun with the swap card I designed for Founders Circle this past week in St. George, UT (click for details). The theme for the event was the Holidays, and I always like to shake it up with a little Halloween. I promise to share more of the amazing swaps I received from the event, 113 total! Wow, that's a big swap. In case you were wondering what a swap with 113 of Stampin Up's top demonstrators looks like, here's my "Swap Selfie" hahaha! We were lined up throughout the entire first floor of the hotel, good thing Stampin Up books the entire hotel. 10406626_10152432708923763_2359298986789969595_n

Happy Handmade Birthday blessings – luckiest gal in the world!

Today I'm another year older, IMG_8995and I should be sad about it, I have plenty to be sad about. But reflecting back on this year, I feel the luckiest gal in the world! I have the best sons a mom can dream for, a great family, good friends and an amazing job with Stampin Up. Last night, my mom, kids and I shared my favorite meal at my favorite restaurant, Longfellow's Wayside Inn in Sudbury, MA. Here's our "Birthday Eve Selfie" complete with George the Photobombing Giraffe, who joined our family after a "real live" "Giraffe Experience" in 6 Flags Great Adventure New Jersey last month. Yes this really happened hahaha! 10599644_10204619800675899_1392743412160392345_n That little "hobby turned into a job" has introduced me to a whole new family of friends throughout the past 11 years. It has not always been, or ever was, "easy". I've had some pretty tough times, as we all do in our lives. But no matter what lives throws at me, the love and support of my family, friends and stamping family has helped carry me through. I truly am blessed. It's only 11 am in the morning and it's already been one of the best birthdays (ok I've been celebrating for a week now haha). I already had some handmade lovin' from my stampin' pals, and even my youngest son who made his own photo card from our trip to the Mayan Ruins earlier this year. My heart is overflowing with love. My dirty little secret: I only wish I were as good as getting cards in the mail. Being the "card lady" you'd think I would be better at this. I have good intentions, and so many cards even written and sitting on my desk waiting for envelopes or postage it's embarrassing. Maybe this will be my resolution to get better at getting them off my desk an into the mail. so now you know one of my "dirty little secrets" hahaha...the card lady is terrible at sending cards. The ideas were so beautiful I'm sharing a few: birthday-stampin up (3) Photo card from my son of our trip to the Mayan Ruins. Part of the Stampin Up cruise this past May. birthday-stampin up (1) From Elizabeth Jeanne Thatcher birthday-stampin up (2) From Stephanie Sherry birthday-stampin upFrom Liz Miller

UPDATE: High Flying Founders Circle Retreat fun

stratos phere jump 10532982_10152433622188763_3837328872725655892_n This year I was honored to attend the Annual Stampin Up Founders Circle Retreat. The Top 100 demonstrators in the company were invited to spend time in St. George, Utah with CEO and Co-Founder Shelli Gardner. You can view all of my updates on my Facebook Page, here are some of the highlights....

What happens in Vegas....

I opted to come into Las Vegas a day early so I could do the Sky Jump from the 108 floor of the Stratosphere Tower! 855' feet, straight down!! I saw this 2 years ago for the first time and have been dying to do it ever since. But I was so scared the night before I left, I talked myself out of it before I even got there. Then for some reason I changed my mind when I got there and weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee I DID IT!! It was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!! Here's the video:

VIDEO: DIY Gift Box Tops by Stampin’ Up!

making gift boxes with gift card die The Gift Card Envelope & Trims Thinlits Dies make fun envelope enclosures, but that’s not all you can do with these dies. In this quick video from Stampin Up, we’ll show you how you can use these dies to make super cute, super easy gift box tops. Gift Card Envelope & Trims Thinlits DiesGift Card Envelope & Trims Thinlits Dies#135854 Make the package as unique as the gift inside of it with a curvy keepsake box, courtesy of this delightful die set. Use with Big Shot and Standard Cutting Pads. Finished box size: 2-1/2" x 2-3/4" x 2-1/2".

CARD: Santa Sache fun for Christmas

santa-stampin up pattiGood time fun with the new Santa Stache stamp set from the 2014 Holiday Catalog and the Mustache framelits die. How stinkin' cute is this?? Santa and his hat are colored with Cherry Cobbler and Skin tone blendabilities markers. Created by Patty Chenail.

CARD: Bright & Beautiful Gold Stars

bright and beautiful-stampin upThis is such a beautiful holiday card, I love the gold embossed stars layered on each other. My apologies my bow got squished and I tried to fix it and I think I made it worse haha. You get the idea. Created by Julie Wagner. The stars were heat embossed, then cut out with the Stars Framelits and scored down the center. The background was created with the Simply Scored Diagonal Plate.

CARD: Wondrous Wreath Christmas card and video

wreath-stampin upThe Wondrous Wreath bundle (stamp set and Framelits) from the Stampin Up Holiday Catalog is one of the most popular new products for a great reason. It's awesome! Everything you make with it comes out fabulous. Check out this card from Jessica Taylor for an example. Below is a video from Stampin Up showing how to use the Wondrous Wreath bundle.

CARD: Fall Fest “Grateful” Pumpkins

fall fest-stampin up pattiI am in love with this "Grateful for you" fall card created with the Fall Fest & For All things stamp sets featured in the 2014 Stampin Up Holiday Catalog. This card was created by Patty Chenail. To create the pumpkins, she stamped in Tangelo Twist ink, then did the edges in Mossy Meadow ink. The were cut out with the coordinating Fun Fall Framelits.

CARD: Bright & Beautiful Holiday Stars

stampin up holiday catalog bright and beautiful-linda cullenThis great holiday card is from the new Bright & Beautiful stamp set in the 2014 Holiday Catalog. Perfect for both Christmas and Hanukkah. The main star shapes are from Star Framelits which match the stamp set, the tiny stars up the side were punched with the new Confetti Stars Punch, there is a panel of Silver Glimmer paper underneath for effect.

FREE “Reindeer Games Template” Download w/ qualifying orders

Special gift when you place an order of $50+ thru me, September 16-30 you will receive this free Reindeer Games Designer Template as a free gift from me. This is soooo flippin’ adorbs, a fun decor piece for the holidays. Hang ornaments from the reindeer’s andtlers or give him a… Read More

VIDEO: Tee-hee-hee Witches Halloween Card

tee-hee-hee-stampin upPeople call my witch....like it's a bad thing ~ I've been having a blast playing with new stampin "toys" featured in the Holiday Catalog that was just released from Stampin Up. Today's video is a great Halloween card from the new "tee-hee-hee" stamp set....this one is dedicated to the witch in all of us {insert witch laugh here}. The sayings alone make me laugh out loud. Created from Carolyn DelGrasso.

VIDEOS: Holiday Catalog Kits

stampin up simply created kits Looking for a fun night in? These new Simply Created kits from the 2014 Stampin Up Holiday Catalog are a great project to do with friends, or by yourself. All you need is stamps, ink and adhesive....the kits include the rest. Check out the videos below.

VIDEO: Make your own Custom Star Boxes

how to make custom star boxes-stampin up Today's video is from Stampin Up on how to make 3D stars in a plethora of sizes using Stars Framelits Dies and cardstock. Great for home décor, place cards, ornaments, and more. Make a few, make a lot—it’s easy when you know how. As shown in the 2014 Holiday Catalog on page 25.

CARD: Festival of Trees Christmas Card

festival of trees-stampin upHere's a fabulous Christmas Card featuring lots of new products from that 2014 Stampin Up Holiday Catalog. The stamp set is "Festival of Trees", with the coordinating Tree Punch and Nordic Noel and Under the Tree designer papers. From Angie Silva.

VIDEO: Tile Coasters with Blendabilities Markers

tile coasters (1)Looking for great gift ideas? Look no further than these tile coasters. You will be the "Rock Star" on your gift giving list when you give the gift of hand-stamped coasters, in fact you'll want to make sure you stamp "handmade" on the bottom or people will think you bought them in a store. If you have been following me for awhile, you may remember the Tile Coaster episode from my TV Show. These are similar, with a new twist, the Stampin' Up Blendabilities Markers make fantastic coloring mediums for the tiles. tile coasters Shown with Walk in the Wild & By the Tide stamp sets

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VIDEO: Snowflake Flip Card Die

snowflake die stampin up video 135855SIt’s easy to add movement to your holiday cards when you use the Snowflake Card Thinlits Dies. This video will show you how to use the dies to create a fun moveable card for holiday cards and invitations. Stampin Up Snowflake Card Die #135855 Make the package as unique as the gift inside of it with a curvy keepsake box, courtesy of this delightful die set. Use with Big Shot and Standard Cutting Pads. Finished box size: 2-1/2" x 2-3/4" x 2-1/2".

New Photopolymer Set: You’re Wonderful

stampin up youre wonderful stamp set youre wonderful stamp setStampin Up has just released a brand new flippinn’ adorable photopolymer stamp set called You're Wonderful  

CARD: Festival of Trees Christmas

festival of trees stampin upHere is a most beautiful heat embossed Christmas Card created from 2 news stamp sets featured in the 2014 Holiday Catalog: Festival of Trees & Letterpress Winter.

VIDEO: Grateful for All Things Card

for all things-stmapinupThis is a gorgeous technique using the Stampin Up ink pads and acrylic blocks that we attach our stamps to. Creating this super cool background effect. It's surprisingly easy, check out my video for the "how to". In minutes you can create this beautiful card.

CARD: For All Things – Fall Card

stampin up for all thingsHere is another fabulous card from our recent Stamp It Demonstrator Group "Shoebox Swap". This from my friend Dawn Gutro. She used the "For All Things" stamp set in the 2014 Holiday Catalog. A great Fall / Autumn card.

CARD: Seasonally Scattered Christmas

seasonally scatteredThis gorgeous Christmas card comes from the new Seasonally Scattered stamp set in the 2014 Holiday Catalog. Last week my team and I did a "shoebox swap" stamping event. This is always one of my favorite events, we each bring a project, then make everyone else projects. This card was brought by Kathie Rotti.