Secrets of magic revealed!No, I won't be wearing a mask, I'll just keep my face hidden hehehe - kidding (not really) but I don't think David Copperfield will be coming after me for revealing this secret. This technique definitely falls under "cards that make you go...WOW!"
Check out today's 2 part video series and learn how to create some magic...the magic card! The first video shows how to create the magic card, I've also created a template for you as a bonus! The second video demonstrates how to use the Many Marvelous Markers to blend and shade for dimension.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Sock Monkey Magic
February 12, 2010 by
Secrets of magic revealed!No, I won't be wearing a mask, I'll just keep my face hidden hehehe - kidding (not really) but I don't think David Copperfield will be coming after me for revealing this secret. This technique definitely falls under "cards that make you go...WOW!"
Check out today's 2 part video series and learn how to create some magic...the magic card! The first video shows how to create the magic card, I've also created a template for you as a bonus! The second video demonstrates how to use the Many Marvelous Markers to blend and shade for dimension.Love Bots – Great kids party thank yous and favors
February 11, 2010 by
For Valentine's this year, I got the new Love Bots in the Occasions Mini Catalog for my son. He was so excited, he actually put them all together himself yesterday. It was the cutest thing, and they were so easy.
I thought these little boxes not only made great Valentine's, they also make great kids birthday party thank you and favor boxes. Quick and easy.Cyber Wedding Expo: Invitations – Part 8
February 10, 2010 by
Thanks for all of your wonderful notes and comments on the wedding samples I've been sharing. I'm so thrilled you've enjoyed them, it seems like everyone knows someone who is getting married! I love it. Today's invitation comes from Audra Moncur, it's an elegant and simple tri-fold deisgn. The ribbon is a band around the left side, it pulls off to open.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Simply Adorned Charms
February 8, 2010 by
The much anticipated Simply Adorned line of charms is finally here! These necklaces and charm bracelets are all the rage, and they are so easy and fun to make your own. Join me for today's short video demonstrating how to create a reversible monogram charm necklace using the charms, designer paper and the Lovely Letters alphabet.With Sympathy
February 8, 2010 by
"Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort as close as a prayer" - I love this verse from the Close as a Memory stamp set. Sometimes we stamp for joy, and sometimes we stamp for pain...today's post is dedicated to the loss of loved ones and friends.
Over $15,000 raised & counting – Help Haiti
February 7, 2010 by
I love this company, and I'm touched over and over by the generosity of you ladies! In just 15 days, we've raised over $15,000 from the sale of the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (117010) to make a difference in the lives of those who continue to be affected by the January 12 earthquake in Haiti. From each of these sets, Stampin′ Up! will donate $2 to the Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund. Click here for more info >
Cyber Wedding Expo: Invitations Part 7
February 6, 2010 by
My cyber wedding expo of hand stamped ideas is still going strong! Today's contribution is from Sarah Schueler. Sarah steps outside the traditional wedding stamp set "box" with her invitation, she stamped this with the Friends 24-7 stamp set (113218). The crushed curry ink and paper can easily be changed to any bride's wedding colors.Photo cards: Is it Live or is it MDS?
February 5, 2010 by
How'd she do that? This card looks like it has several layers of photos, designer paper and stamps...but in reality it's 1 flat layer, created in My Digital Studio and printed as a glossy photo. The photo was then layered on chocolate chip card stock! It's amazing. Even in person it looks layered, you want to touch it hehehehe.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Punchy the M&M Lion
February 3, 2010 by
This is just the stinkin' cutest dang thing ... ever! Check him out, he's Punchy the Lion! Made from punches, and his body is a heart treat cup. Can you stand it?!?! Roooooar!
This is just an over the top in cuteness! The lion's head is the scallop circle punch, and the tail is the 2 step bird punch from the Occasions mini catalog. The heart cup is filled with M & M candy, turning this from card extraordinaire to treatCyber Wedding Expo: Invitations Part 6
February 2, 2010 by
These wedding invitation and rsvp cards are simple, elegant and timeless. Created to match the wedding colors of the bride, this is sample uses Mellow Moss, which can easily adapted for any color. The front lower portion of the inviation flips down to reveal a folder that holds the RSVP card and envelope.Jan Blog Candy Winner Announced!
February 1, 2010 by
February’s free blog candy stamp set is: Lovely Flowers Bundle
The level 3 hostess bundle includes 2 sheets of Lovely Lines Rub Ons, 9 sheets of 12x12 designer series paper and the flower lines stamp set.
To enter, simply leave a nice comment on the blog on any post. You may enter as many times as you’d like. Click here for more info >
VIDEO TUTORIAL: Sweetheart Treat Cups
January 31, 2010 by
You just can't go wrong with Jelly Bellys, and Stampin Up's new Sweetheart Stamp Set and Heart shaped treat cups! Join me for today's video, and see that the hardest part is not eating all of the jelly beans. Another cool technique is this fabulous background, using Sending Love designer paper...soooo stinkin' cute! These heart treat cups are so dang cool.Presents to share
January 30, 2010 by
Don't you just love getting presents? Especially when they are a surprise! I was really excited to open my mail and receive this gem from my friend and downline Liz Miller. We attended SU Leadership and Regionals in Phoenix several weeks ago, and this paper rosette flower was one of the techniques we learned (click here to view video tutorial).Cyber Wedding Expo: Favors – Part 5
January 29, 2010 by
Just think how beautiful these little fancy "sculptured glass" bags will be for wedding favors (either on the wedding tables, or at the bridal shower). It's made with Stampin Up Window Sheets (this bag uses the thick sheets 114324).Cyber Wedding Expo: Invitations Part 4
January 29, 2010 by
This is a gorgeous, elegant and shimmery wedding invitation. It is a subtle, very vanilla on very vanilla layer. Uses the Wedding Sweet stamp set (115466) and is stamped in Shimmer White Shimmer paint. The inside is embossed with the Perfect Details texture plate (115962) for the big shot, and it matches the stamps on the front perfectly. There is a folder that has the HOTEL, RSVP, CEREMONY and RECEPTION detail cards stacked in it for a perfect presentation.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Glassine Treat Bags
January 28, 2010 by
Love is in the air, and so is the smell of cookies! Join me for today's video, and learn how to make this stinkin' cute Valentine's day treat bag perfect for the kids at school, co-workers and friends. this project uses the new Glassine bags from the Occasions mini catalog. I had to watch it twice, because I thought I'd completely the whole video without saying "stinkin' cute", but thankfully the second time around I caught two of them (wshew). I know you're probably thinking "only 2 she must be slipping".Online Ordering Clubs are here!
January 27, 2010 by
Brand new! Starting in Feb, I’ve just added a new service called the Online Ordering Club!
Similar to my original hostess clubs, which currently are over 150 club members strong & growing (I love guys!!!) both get access to my members only club website. The website is filled with bonus… Read More
Join Stampin Up today and be a part of something special
January 26, 2010 by
What does it mean to "join Stampin' Up"? I think this answer may be a little different for each of us. For me it started out as one thing, and has changed over the past 6 years. Originally, for me, becoming a demonstrator had nothing to do with demonstrating. It meant a discount on my favorite hobby. Soon my excitement caught on to some friends, who wanted to learn more, and before you know it I was learning how much I loved teaching people how to stamp. I loved watching them bloom and grow, and I still do.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Corner & Edge Punch tips
January 25, 2010 by
Join me for today's video, I'll share some tips on creating random sizes with the new Stampin' Up edge and corner punches.
Using the punches seperately makes a pretty accent to your project. When using them together, they make a stunning border that really draws attention. However, when you use the 2 together, you'll want to use a standard size (chart below). Sometimes the standard size doesn't fit the project you are creating, and that's where these tips will come in handy.Cyber Wedding Expo – Invitation Part 3
January 24, 2010 by
This is gorgeous wedding invitation folio The front folds down to reveal a pocket containing the RSVP card and directions. Groom specialty card stock-paper (116478) makes a beautiful black striped glossy front. The Bride and Groom's initials are stamped with the Lovely Letters Alphabet (115030), and a damask style stamp is used to complete the inside right corner from the Friends 24-7 (113218) stamp set.Cyber Wedding Expo – Medallion Invitation Part 2
January 23, 2010 by
This beautiful hand stamped wedding invitation is perfect when you are making hundreds of invitaions. The text is printed on the computer, the Medallion stamp (115223) is stamped in black with a clear rhinestone brad (113114) in the center.VIDEO TUTORIAL: Paper Flower Rosettes
January 22, 2010 by
Check out this paper flower rosette!! It's super cool. Today's video demonstrates how to create this beautiful technique, which I learned at a Stampin Up Regional event. This card uses Stampin' Up's sending Love collection (designer paper and brads) from the Occasions mini catalog. I {Heart} Hearts Valentine – help Haiti
January 22, 2010 by
This card was sent to me from my friend and downline Billie Dir. Isn't it gorgeous?
I was going to blog this in February, but since Stampin Up announced the Haitian Disaster Relief program yesterday, I decided to share this now instead of waiting. Stampin Up is donating a portion of sales from each "I {Heart} Hearts stamp set" (117010) to aide the Haitians. This card is not only a perfect way to say I love you, sales from the set uses are making a difference.Stampin Up Haitian Disaster Relief
January 21, 2010 by
Help make a difference in the lives of those who continue to suffer from the effects of the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12. From now until February 28, 2010, Stampin Up! will set aside $2 from the sale of every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (117010) and… Read More
Cyber Wedding Expo – Invitations Part 1
January 21, 2010 by
I've had a lot of requests for wedding invitation ideas for brides-to-be, so I'm starting a blog series of wedding ideas (samples and favors) that I'll call The Cyber Wedding Expo.
This first sample is a wedding invitation, it shows a textured frame background on shimmer white card stock. This background technique is created using the scallop oval big shot die, on board chipboard and the finail press impressions folder.
