Sneak Peak...

Yesterday I posted a bonus project I made from UStamp Spring '09 and today I am posting another card from the UStamp Spring Tutorial.
I am giving you a sneak peak at one of the cards (out of 5) I made from Project #2.
Included with this set is a box to put the cards and envelopes in.
The best part is that I learned how to stamp one piece of Whisper White cardstock (which would make it my DSP) and cut it in a fashion to make 5 cards and decorate a box...how cool is that!
If you want to see the rest of the cards and box you will have to sign up for UStamp Spring 09. Trust me you won't be disappointed. The tutorials are tops, videos are fantastic, and the projects are spectacular.
Go ahead and check out their site; I dare you.

Note cards to Go

Mini Tote and Note Cards

Reciepe:

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes,

Paper: Sweet Always DSP. Whisper White, Pretty in Pink. Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic Ink Pad, Pretty in Pink & Pumpkin Pie markers

Embellishments: Eyelet Border Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8 circle Punch, Jumbo Eyelets, Pretty in Pink Grosgrain Ribbon

Thanks for stopping by today and make time to stamp.

National Scrapbook Day Preparation

I just wanted to let you know that I will not be posting until after the weekend.
I am preparing for National Scrapbook Day on Saturday and need to get organized for this event.
Thanks for stopping by and I will have something new to post on Monday.

Wish Big

This is another birthday card I made with the students on Monday. I think the fabulous spring weather we were having brought out the bold brights and makes me smile.
My biggest fear is forgetting something at home that I need to make the card as planned. Guess what? I forgot the small and large wheel I had planned on using for the orange and turquoise on this card. My plan was to teach the students how to use the wheel using the same colour ink as the cardstock but the card turned out fine anyways.
In hind sight everything worked out becasue this gave a more relaxed lunch for the students. I have to remember to make the cards clean and simple as they do have to eat their lunch in ten minutes and then have 40 minutes to stamp two cards.
The kids were happy wioth their cards anyways and that is what counts.

Simple & Fun

On the weekend, I was preparing for the volunteer work I do at my children's school when the weather was sunny and gorgeous outside...this is the reason for the popscicle card.

Today is rainy and cooler so the orange creamscicle has lost its appeal.

This card was demonstrated last summer but I thought it would be perfect for the students to do during lunch break.

It is simple and fun and I had a variety of flavours - gabel green (lime) yoyo yellow (lemon), and only orange (orange).

Recipe:

Stamps: Tart and Tangy, Family Phrases

Paper: Only Orange, Gabel Green, YoYo Yellow, Whisper White

Ink: same as cardstock colours

Embellishments: Coordinating ribbon, popscicle sticks, scallop circle punch, 1 1/4 & 1 3/8 circle punch, dimensionals

Pop-Up Card Challenge

When it comes to fashion, I always feel I am slow to catch on to the latest trend.

Actually, I tend to be a bit conservative in everything I do; including stamping.

It was not until I saw what Heather had created using the new Pop-Up die from Stampin' Up! that I fell in love with it.

Heather had given everyone in her downline the pieces to build our own idea and I could hardly wait to get at it. I have had the package from Heather for a week and finally got to making my Pop-Up card.

I used a stamp set that is now retried but when I saw the colours of card stock Heather had sent me, all I thought of is a little princess.

I made the card up last night, took the photos this morning and gave the card away already to a little princess who just turned one. I hope you like it Elysse!

Thanks for stopping by stampers-I know it has bee a few weeks since my last post. I will try to be more disciplined in this area.

New Occasions Mini and Become a Demonstrator

You can now order from the new Occassions Mini starting April 1st. Click on the link on the right side bar to view the online catalogue or click here.

Stampin' Up! has a few promotions going on right now and they want to offer you some savings.

With the release of the new Occassions Mini , this makes it so easy to participate in the "Get Connected" Promotion.

Also, there is the Free Catalogue promotion (a value of $11.95) still on and you can see more details by clicking on the right side bar.

Don't forget the "3 Easy Payments" Promotion as well. If you love stamping, now is the time to take advantage of this super offer. For more information on this scroll down.

Get Connected Promotion
Dates: April 1-30, 2009
Customers: Spend $50 on the Occasions Mini Catalogue products and choose any one item from the "Under $12" page in the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalogue for free.
Hostesses: Hold a workshop of $200 or more and choose any one item from the "Under $12" page (page 208) in the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalogue for free. For every $200 spent at a workshop, the hostess will receive another "Under $12" item free.


Now is a Great Time to become a Demonstrator

Stampin' Up! announced a great new way to become a demonstrator...The 3 Easy Payment Plan !This is a fabulous idea, since we are all feeling the pinch of the economy and 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.
Read about the Starter Kit here (including details on how to join)

3 PAYMENT DETAIL:
Payment #1 (charged when you order) -$69.68 (+ sales tax)
Payment #2 (charged April 15) - $69.66
Payment #3 (charged May 15) - $69.66
Choose a FREE stamp set of your choice.

SIGN UP IS EASY:
Start by printing the order form and customize your starter kit.
What are you waiting for fill out the 3 Easy Payment form . Contact ME if this is something you are interested in (Sorry, Canadian Residents only).
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.I would love to have you join my team! If you have any questions please e-mail me.

Blooming with Love

I am so excited for Monica, Zoe & Natalie over at "Stamp With Us" because today is the first day of their challenge. The challenge is for everyone out there who shares the love of papercrafts and all things Stampin' Up!
I love papercrafting and absolutely love Stampin' Up! so I plan on playing along.
Recipe: All Stampin' Up! products.
Stamps: Blooming with Love
Paper: Delicaste Dots DSP, Sahara Sand, Bashful Blue, So Saffron, Certainly Clelery, Water Colour Paper
Ink: Black Sazon, So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Old Olive, More Mustard, Ballet Blue Stampin WSrite Markers
Embellishments: certainly celery 5/8" cotton twill ribbon, aqua pen, lace punch, dimensionals
I hope you will join in on the challenges at "Stamp with Us".
Thanks for dropping in on me and find time to stamp today.