Lots of Circles!

I got some really cute polka dotted cellophane to wrap a gift the other day and needed to create a card to match. This is what I came up with - a super easy way to create a colourful, textured background!

Stamps: Enjoy Every Moment

Paper: Night of Navy, Brocade Blue, Bashful Blue, Whisper White

Ink: Night of Navy, Brocade Blue
Tools: Heart to Heart Punch, 1" Circle Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch, Craft & Paper Scissors, 2-Way Glue Pen

Accessories: Brocade Blue Wide Grosgrain Ribbon, Bashful Blue Narrow Grosgrain Ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Stampin' Dimensinoals

Anniversary Butterflies

Woohoo!!! Three days in a row!

More fun with the Big Shot today! I needed a bunch of anniversary cards for the end of August/beginning of September, so this is what I came up with! I love the 6x6 card for a change, although I think that I would make the butterflies smaller next time. They take over the card! :)

Stamps: Together Forever
Paper: Take with Teal (textured cardstock), Certainly Celery, Whisper White, Retired DSP
Ink: Basic Black
Tools: Big Shot, Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die, Scallop Circle Die, Clear Circle Die, Paper Piercer, Mat Pack, Craft & Paper Scissors, 2-Way Glue Pen
Accessories: Fine Cosmo Glitter, Circle Rhinestone Brad, Silver Elastic Cord, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

New Wheels

More catching up! At the beginning of August, Craig's old car went to car heaven and he got a new set of wheels - a new model 2010 Chevy Equinox! It was a long process and I think it was hard for Craig to let the "old girl" go, but it was time. I am just so glad that he has something safe and reliable to drive! Anyway, while we were waiting for it to arrive at the dealer, I wanted to make Craig a card to acknowledge the moment! I had just gotten the new accessory kit for Loads of Love (Loads of Fun) and thought it would be fun to try and create an Equinox! It was a bit of work masking off the back of the Loads of Love truck and drawing in the back of the Equinox, but I am pleased with the way it turned out. One of a kind!

Stamps: Loads of Love, Loads of Fun, Say It With Scallops
Paper: Taken with Teal, Basic Black, Whisper White, Summer Sun
Ink: Taken with Teal, Basic Black, Basic Gray, Real Red, Only Orange, Going Gray, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip
Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig, Aqua Painters, Blender pens, Sponge Daubers, Craft & Paper Scissors
Accessories: Crystal Effects, Real Red Wide Grosgrain Ribbon, Only Orange Narrow Grosgrain Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals

So simple!

I have been having so much fun with my Big Shot lately. I had seen a sample posted online using aluminum foil and texture plates and I wanted to give it a shot. It's such a simple and inexpensive idea, but it looks so nice when added to a card! I prefer the matte side out, but both look amazing with the texture plates!

Stamps: Baroque Motifs
Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black
Tools: Big Shot, Texture Plates, Scalloped Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Craft & Paper Scissors
Accessories: Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (I used the non-dotted side!), Stampin' Dimensionals

Holiday Mini and Promotions!

Sorry for the delay - the Holiday Mini has been in effect since September 1, but it was also the first day of school - way too much excitement and lots on the to-do list!

Anywho - here is a link to the Holiday Mini. It is a huge one - jam-packed with amazing new products! There are new stamp sets, accessories, paints, rub-ons, sweet treat cups, jewelry, Big Shot dies, and most exciting - a sneak peek at Stampin' Up!'s new "My Digital Studio" software program which will allow you to digitally create a print a wide variety of craft items - scrapbook pages, calendars, greeting cards, and more! You will definitely want to make a big cup of tea or coffee before you take a peek at this mini - ejnoy every page!

You might also want to keep a few promotions in mind as you look at the new mini:

Sweet Rewards Hostess Promotion
From September 1-November 30, host a $330 Stampin' Up! workshop, and choose any one item* from the Holiday 2009 Mini Catalogue for just $14! Choose from our award-winning stamps, beautiful new Simply Adorned jewelry, exclusive Build-A-Bear Workshop products, or latest dies for the Sizzix Big Shot. With so much to choose from, you'll feel like a kid in a candy shop! Make plans today to host your own Stampin' Up! workshop and enjoy this sweet reward. Contact me to book a workshop!

Just for Kids Promotion
During September, Stampin' Up! is celebrating kids, and we've a great deal for the young and the young at heart. From August 1 - September 30 only, get the exclusive Décor Elements Growth Chart--plus, receive a free applicator tool! This very sweet item is only $33.95 while supplies last! Contact me today to order yours! A picture can be found here.

Don't forget that your online order is just a click away! You can order directly from my demonstrator website and your order will be shipped to your doorstep via UPS! Click here for more info!

We have a winner!

Sorry ladies - Craig and I headed up to the beach for a few days and then I forgot to post the winner of the draw! Congratulations to Diana, who won the free stamp sets! You will love the cute images and versatile greeting stamps as well! I'll linclude them in the bag with your order!

Thanks so much for your orders ladies! They should be arriving soon!

Special Order!

I will be putting in an order tomorrow evening after 6 p.m. (Tuesday) and I wanted to sweeten the deal a little! If you place an order of $50 or more directly through me (before shipping and taxes), I will throw in a free Classic In-Colour Ink Pad in the colour of your choice. Your name will also be put into a draw! The winner will receive two brand new, unmounted stamp sets - Darling Dots and Sweet Little Sentiments. These are two retired level 1 hostess sets from the Spring/Summer Catalogue and coordinate with each other beautifully - a great addition to your collection and a fantastic prize!

Anyway, if you are interested in placing an order, please let me know by 6 p.m. Tuesday!