December 7, 2019

Beauty & Joy

Again, here is another stamp set the I did not think I needed but have used a LOT!!!  Whether for Christmas or autumn, it is perfect!!

This card uses only cardstock and ink . . . very simple . . . without the need for a lot of embellishment!!  It is also one of the cards everyone will be making Monday night at Make-It-Monday.

Stamps: Beauty & Joy, Very Versailles

Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, 

Crumb Cake, Whisper White

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, Old Olive

Julie and I picked Hanna up at the airport yesterday morning and had a great day.  The highlight of their day was getting their picture taken with Joanna's mom outside of the Silo's Bakery.  Big treat for them!!

This is one of my favorite pictures of the day . . . the girls do love Waco!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

December 6, 2019

Birds of a Feather

Sending love from Waco, Texas, with this Birds of a Feather card!!  Actually, this is one of the cards that everyone will be making Monday night at Make-It-Monday!!

The birds in this set are so stinking' cute . . . I have used this set way more than I thought I would when I bought it!!!  And this chicken pairs great with the All Wired Up background stamp!!!

 

Stamps: Birds of a Feather, All Wired Up!

Cardstock: Real red Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Blends: Smoky Slate Combo Pack,  

Real Red Dark, Balmy Blue Dark

Accessories:  Stitched Shapes Dies, Stampin' Dimensionals

Julie and I had a great first day in Waco!!  Our AirBnB is really cute and very homey!!  She has it all decorated up for Christmas.

There are three bedrooms so we each have our own space!!  This is mine!!

I started my day with the most delicious cup of Texas Pecan coffee at Magnolia Table.

We spent the day shopping at magnolia Market and Manu other little shops. Let's just say it is a good thing I brought an empty suitcase with me so I can get everything home!!

This was the sight that greeted us as we walked in to our house last night!!

The only wrinkle in the whole day is that Hanna was supposed to get here last night but her flight got canceled.  She did make it as far as Dallas last night and has a flight into Waco that will land at 9:30 this morning.  So other than being a little short on sleep, she really will not miss that much. 

Everyday is a gift!!  Make the most of the gift you are given today!! 

Happy Stamping!!

December 4, 2019

Perfectly Plaid

Today's card comes from one I made at a stamping retreat in September. Another demonstrator, Kathy, brought this card as a shoebox swap for us to make.

Again . . . we are letting the designer series paper, do most of the work for us!!  The Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper is absolutely awesome.  And . . . even though it is sold out now, you will be able to get more of it next year!!

Stamps: Wrapped in Plaid, Itty Bitty Christmas

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Perfect Peacock, Whisper White, Copper Foil

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Ink: Perfect Peacock, Night of Navy

Accessories: Stitched Rectangle Dies, Layering Circles Dies, 

Pine Tree Punch, Starburst Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door to pick up Julie and head to the airport.  We will arrive in Waco this evening after a long day of travel. We are staying at an AirBnb and I am not sure what the WiFi situation will be so I many be posting and I may not while we are there.  We arrive home late Sunday evening, just in time for Make-It-Monday!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

December 3, 2019

Everything Festive

This is another swap I have picked up somewhere along the way.  Again I am not sure where or who I got it from!!

I will say that it reminds me of the Elvis song "Blue Christmas."  I don't traditionally think of blue as a Christmas color!!

Stamps: Everything Festive, Perfectly Plaid

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Seaside Spray, Whisper White

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories:layering Ovals Dies, Pine Tree Punch, 

Seaside Spray 1/4" Metallic Ribbon, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

After an early morning hair appointment I am ready to get down to the business of getting everything cut and organized for next Monday's Make-It-Monday.  I also need to pack, as Julie and I are leaving tomorrow morning for a Christmas Silobration in Waco, Texas!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

December 2, 2019

Christmas Gleaming

I love the Christmas Gleaming stamp set and I love even more the fact that there are punches for the ornaments.  Unfortunately, the beautiful designer series paper is all sold out.  Hopefully you were lucky enough to get some of it!!

This is a card I picked up as a swap somewhere along the way in the last three months.  I am not sure when or who it was from.

Stamps: Christmas Gleaming

Cardstock: Very Vanilla Thick, Pretty Peacock, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Ink: Pretty Peacock

, Accessories:  Ornate Frames Dies, Hammered 3D Embossing Folder, 

Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack, Star Designer Elements, 1/4" Copper Trim, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Success . . . I delivered my order of 200 Christmas cards this morning!!  Now I can concentrate on getting things ready for the next Make-It-Monday.  I would like to get that accomplished this afternoon and tomorrow!!  

Tonight is the Paper Pals Christmas get-together.  I need to find a stamping white elephant in my stamp room.  I really don't think that will be all that hard to do!!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

December 1, 2019

Itty Bitty Christmas

How can it possibly be December 1st already?????  Having Thanksgiving so late this year has really messed with my timing!!  Of course all of my travels haven't helped either!!

This is a super simple card that everyone made at Make-It-Monday last week. Once again, the designer series paper has done most of the work for us!!

Stamps: Itty Bitty Christmas

Cardstock: Balmy Blue, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Feels Like Frost

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories:  Basic Rhinestone Jewels

Today looks like a great day to stay inside, watch football, and work on my custom order of 200 Christmas cards.  I have a lot of them done, but am hoping that I can finish up the rest of them today.  It sure is a good thing I like sports.  It seems like I do the bulk of my stamping or assembling while watching some type of game on TV.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 30, 2019

Rustic Retreat

Once again, our card today comes compliments of Susie.  This is the card she took as a swap when we went to Las Vegas.  This is a great guy card for birthdays or thank yous.

It is also one of the cards we made at the last Make-It-Monday.

Stamps: Rustic Retreat

Cardstock: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Pressed Petals

Ink: Early Espresso,

Stampin' Blends:  Crumb Cake Light,  Old Olive Light

Accessories:  layering Circles Dies, 

Starburst Punch, Metallic Pearls, Stampin' Dimensionals

Jake cooked an awesome Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday.  After a little rest we were ready to go.  Our shopping extravaganza was quite a success.  We were out until about 11:00 Thursday night and then started again about 7:30 Friday morning.  After a stop at Menard's and Machine Shed in Des Moines, Julie and I made our way home.  I got home just in time to turn on the awesome Hawkeye football game!!   But man . . . did I sleep last night.

Today I am on the go again as I am going to Susie's this afternoon to stamp with some friends.  I surely do love the time we spend together!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 28, 2019

Day of Thanks

I had a friend come over the other day and made several Thanksgiving cards to send to people in care facilities in the area. 

This is the card that she made.  

Stamps: 

Cardstock: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Crushed Curry, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper:  Pressed Petals Specialty

Ink: Early Espresso

Accessories:  All Around Wreath Dies, Triple Banner Punch, 

Come to Gather Ribbon Combo Pack, Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensions

We arrived at Hanna and Jake's . . . actually we blew in with the strong winds, but no other problems.  The turkey is now in the oven and we are ready to watch the Macy's Day Parade.

Happy Thanksgiving to all!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 26, 2019

Special Celebration

Although this Bells Are Ringing stamp set and dies are designed for Christmas, they make absolutely awesome wedding cards!!

Pinterest was a wealth of inspiration when I went searching for ideas.  I am not sure who this traced back to, but I sure do like it.  I hope everyone stamping Monday night liked it as well.

Stamps: Special Celebration

Cardstock: Merry merlot, Whisper White, Silver Foil

Designer Series Paper: Feels Like Frost

Ink: Merry Merlot

Accessories:  Detailed Bells Dies, 

Silver 3/8" Metallic Edge Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

Can I just say that I hate being sick!!!  I woke up yesterday morning and knew I needed to go to the doctor again.  I am going to be on a first name basis with the office staff soon.  Nothing major, just a residual infection from the stomach virus last week . . . . a few antibiotics and I'm good to go.

John and I are leaving sometime today to head to Hanna and Jake's in Adel for Thanksgiving.  Julie and Jason will be coming tomorrow.  No cleaning and no cooking . . . what could be better!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 25, 2019

Christmastime Is Here Specialty Designer Series Paper

This Christmas Time is Here Specialty Designer Series Paper is just about the best thing since sliced bread!!!  As you can see here it does not have to be just for Christmas.  Now obviously I DON'T need more paper but I may just have to order an extra package of this.  You have until November 30th to get yours, too!!

This is one of the cards that everyone will be making tonight at Make-It-Monday.  Again, I am letting the paper do all of the work!!

Stamps: Perennial Birthday

Cardstock: Old Olive, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Christmastime Is Here

Ink: Cherry Cobbler

Accessories:  Stitched Shapes Dies, Layering Ovals Dies, 

Gold 1/4" Shimmer Ribbon, Gold Glitter Enamel Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Everything is ready for tonight's Make-It-Monday.  It just needs to be loaded into the car.  I have a couple of gals coming today to make some Thanksgiving cards.  They were supposed to come last Monday, but that didn't happen with the Wilson household being in a state of flu all week.  When they are finished I am going to start working on a couple of custom orders I have for Christmas. My goal is to have all of that done by Thanksgiving!!  We will see how I do!!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 23, 2019

Flourishing Phrases

When you are SHORT on time but long on designer series paper, you use it to your advantage.  I bought several packages of this paper for a custom order and only used certain patterns so I have a LOT of this left and will certainly be using it . . . it is so pretty.

This super simple card is one that everyone will be making at Make-It-Monday tomorrow night.

Stamps: Flourishing Phrases

Cardstock: Pretty Peacock Whisper White (inside)

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Accessories:  Versamark, White Embossing Powder, Heat Tool,  

Stampin' Dimensionals

Oh my goodness . . . what a Corridor Market Holiday Show this weekend!!!  I had my best EVER show and was pooped when I got home last night.  It never ceases to amaze my what people will buy at one show and not even look at, at the next show!!  I am done with shows for the year and am focusing on the remaining stamp classes and spending time with family and friends over the holiday season!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 23, 2019

Itty Bitty Christmas

When I saw these on a Facebook Craft Show group I belong to I knew I wanted to make some this year.  So I promptly bought the little hand creams that I could cover.  

And then . . . . forgot all about them until yesterday morning.  They are super simple to make and I made all of these yesterday morning in about thirty minutes before heading out to my craft show.

Stamps: Itty Bitty Christmas

Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Wrapped In Plaid

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories: 1/2" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, 

1 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Chalk Marker, Stampin' Dimensionals

The Arts and Crafts Show yesterday was awesome.  

Even though I was not sure I definitely had enough stuff to fill my tables and then some!!

I sent this picture to my son-in-law who does not necessarily like the hustle and bustle around the holidays.  The aisles were packed all afternoon long!!

I hope today is just as good as yesterday.  

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 22, 2019

Toile Christmas

I don't know what I am going to do with all of these shadow boxes but I sure do enjoy making them.  I saw one like this on a site I follow, CreativeLee Yours.  She used a rectangular frame, but since I had all of these square shadow boxes, I adapted it to fit.  I am pretty pleased with the way it turned out.

Since I absolutely love this cardinal and I still had several lying around as well as some branches from previous projects, this one came together very quickly.  I also love the Mercury Glass paper and the look it gives!!

Stamps: Toile Christmas

Cardstock: Basic Black, Whisper White, Red Glimmer, Vellum

Designer Series Paper: Mercury Glass

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Blends:  Real Red Combo Pack, Old Olive Dark, 

Soft Suede Dark, Pumpkin Pie Dark

Accessories:  Christmas Cardinal Dies, 

Heirloom Frames and Dies and 3D Embossing Folder, 

Merry Christmas Dies, Triple Banner Punch, 

Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door for the Corridor Market Holiday Snow at Bella Sala in Tiffin.

This is a great event and atmosphere with a ton of fun vendors.  Hope to see you there!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 21, 2019

Greatest Part of Christmas 

Once again I am sharing one of the cards I made at a stamp event that Susie had.  It is so easy, but yet so elegant!!  The perfect card to make if you needed to make a lot of cards in a short amount of time!!

It is one of the cards we made at the last Make-it-Monday.  The Mercury Glass Designer Series Paper is just absolutely awesome!!

Stamps: Greatest Part of Christmas

Cardstock: Blueberry Bushel, Whisper White, Silver Foil

Designer Series Paper: Mercury Glass

Ink: Silver Metallic

Accessories: 3/8" Silver Metallic Edged Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots

Okay . . . I am not sure which is worse . . . being sick yourself or trying to take care of someone who is sick when you are still not feeling very good yourself!!  I do believe men are the worst patients!!!  Needless to say we are still in various stages of our yuckiness.

I am supposed to do a big craft show tomorrow and Saturday.  At the beginning of the week it was really iffy but I think I will make it now!!! Looking forward to getting some fresh air and a view other than my living room and bathroom!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

November 20, 2019

Frosted Foliage

Susie is making my technique classes easy with cards I am making with her.  I did the Triple Time Stamping Technique with the first goup many years ago and decided it would be the perfect time to do it with the second group after making this card one Sunday afternoon.

I think they really liked this technique.  Snowflakes are the perfect stamp to showcase it.

Stamps: Frosted Foliage, Peaceful Boughs

Cardstock: Blueberry Bushel, Seaside Spray, Whisper White

Ink: Blueberry Bushel

Accessories:  Story Label Punch, Basic Rhinestone Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Man oh man . . . what a rough couple of days it has been.  I got home from Las Vegas about 5:00 Sunday night and knew I was really tired but thought it was from lack of sleep while I was there.  NOT!!!  I woke up in the middle of the night with the worst case of stomach flu I think I have ever had. I was not even that sick during chemo!!  I am still not feeling great but at least I am awake and can think somewhat straight.  

On Stage was awesome.  The new mini catalog is great and the Sale-a-Bration items are even better.

This was my table spot when we got there . . . 

I think I was most excited about my name banner and the ribbons I had underneath . . . especially the Flex Points achiever.  And then low and behold . . . the inspirational talk at the beginning of On Stage was all about practicing happiness . . . something that is right up my alley!!!  The other thing was to celebrate accomplishments, no matter how big or small . . . and I intend to do that as well!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!