September 11, 2019

Waterfront

Last Thursday was a Technique/Stamp Club night and this group also wanted to know how to use the Pigment Sprinkles so we made a Christmas card with them this time.

This is basically the same card that the other Technique Club made, just with a switch of designer series paper and sentiment.  You can see the other card here.  The Pigment Sprinkles are very easy to work with, just a little messy.

Stamps: Waterfront, Itty Bitty Christmas

Cardstock: Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Night Before Christmas

Ink: Cherry Cobbler

Accessories:Stitched Rectangle Shapes, Pigment Sprinkles,

 Stampin' Spritzer, Linen Thread, Mini  Glue Dots,

 Stampin' Dimesionals

Yesterday I got the name banners done for Hanna and designed four cards for her to choose from for the school cards she wanted.  She picked her design so today my plan is to get all 60 of them made so I can either mail them off to her or meet them somewhere.  I am certainly glad that the Cubs do not play on the west coast very often because these late night games are getting to me.  Slow start to the morning after being up so late last night!!  One more tonight and then they are back in our time zone!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 10, 2019

To A Wild Rose

One of my goals . . . which I am trying really hard to keep . . . is to have some kind of funky fold at each Make-It-Monday.  Judging by the comments I heard last night, I think people really like it.

This flip-flap card is one of them that everyone made last night.  I had a variety of sentiments that people could put on the front.

When opened up it gives you a smaller space to write your message, but sometimes that is okay . . . short and sweet.

Stamps: To A Wild Rose

Cardstock: Mossy Meadow, Petal Pink, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Bird Ballad

Ink: Mossy Meadow

Accessories: Wild Rose Dies, Every Season Punch Pack, 

Pearl Basic Jewels, Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today I am going to get started on making the name banners for the new staff members at Hanna's school. I told her this morning it has been a while since I have had a week with not much to do and that I felt like standing on my feet for a longer period of time.  Once I get those done, I have some other cards that I need to make for her as well.  

This evening John and I have a funeral visitation to go to so I am hoping I can convince him to stop and eat somewhere along the way!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 9, 2019

Parcels & Petals

September is a great month to stock up on designer series paper, and there is none better than the Pressed Petal Paper.  The rich tones of the paper remind me of fall flowers.  And what is even better is that it is on sale this month!!

Again . . . I am letting the paper do all of the work . . . there is very little stamping on this card, but anyone would love to receive this personal birthday card.  It is one everyone will be making tonight at Make-It-Monday.

Stamps: Parcels & Petals

Cardstock: Merry Merlot, Rococo Rose, Mossy Meadow, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Pressed Petals

Ink: Rococo Rose

Accessories:  Magnolia Lane Ribbon Combo Pack, 

Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

Yesterday was a great day of stamping with a super lunch thrown in!!  I finished cutting cardstock when I got home and stuffed envelopes last night. We took a break from watching baseball so I got them done early and called it a night.  

Today we are having someone come and clean out our dryer vent and also do our winter service check on our furnace.  I don't really want to think about winter but when they said they could come today and do both things it seemed like a good idea.  I will try to load the car between raindrops today and head to Iowa City for Make-it-Monday mid-afternoon.  For once I don't think there are any errands to run before hand!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 8, 2019

Free As a Bird

This is definitely more of a spring card than fall, but the Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper is too pretty to wait that long to use it!!  And as an added bonus this month, it is on sale!!

I believe this card is one that I received as a swap at Stamping School, but there was no name that I could find to give credit to.  It is one that everybody will be making at Make-It-Monday.

Stamps: free As a Bird

Cardstock: Pool Party, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Bird Ballad

Ink: Memento Black, Crumb Cake

Stampin' Blends:  Pool Party Combo Pack, Crumb Cake Combo Pack, 

Old Olive Combo Pack, Petal Pink Combo Pack

Accessories:  layering Ovals Dies, 5/8" Burlap Ribbon, 

Frosted Flower Embellishments, Mini Glue Dots 

Yesterday was a PERFECT day for a football game!!!

The weather was awesome, the food was great, and the company even better!!  The Hawks won and even scored at our end of the field which was an added bonus.  I got home in enough time to take a short nap before heading to a delicious fish fry at a friend's house.  A great fall Saturday.

Today, Luetta and I are getting together for lunch before heading to a Susie stamping event this afternoon.  Another perfect day!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 7, 2019

Band Together

There is something about the big flower image in this stamp set that I just really really like!!  There are so many ways that you can use it.  This is one of the cards, which I found on Pinterest, that everyone will be making at Make-It-Monday.

I love the way the image is cut, popped up on dimensionals, and the sentiment is in the recessed area.  Gives it a special look without a lot of other accessories.

Stamps: Band Together, Bloom & Grow, Birch

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Memento Black, Crumb Cake

Stampin' Blends:  Old Olive Combo Pack, Mango Melody Combo Pack

Accessories:  Versamark, Black Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Stampin' Dimensionals

By the time most of you are reading this I will have been on the road and probably already tailgating for a period of time!!  We start early in my family!!  It looks to be a beautiful day for a football game.  Tonight John and I are going to a fish fry at some friend's house.  I love how the schedule worked out so that I could do both things.

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 6, 2019

Harvest Hellos

An apple a day keeps the doctor away or so I have been told.  If one apple is good, then three must be better, right?  This is one of the cards that I received as a swap when I was at Stamping School.  It came from a demonstrator that has Karol's Creative Corner.

I love love love the fact that we have a punch to punch out the apples, leaves, and stems.  So much easier to use at a class than the dies and Big Shot.  And not nearly as heavy to carry either!!

Stamps: Harvest Hellos, Healing Hugs

Cardstock: Granny Apple green, Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso,

Daffodil Delight, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: Brights 6" X 6"

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories: Apple Builder Punch, 1/2" Textured Weave on it Apple Green Ribbon, 

This morning has been a very busy morning!!!  I am happy to say that I now have a working dryer and my mountain of laundry is well on its way to being done.  The repair man came early this morning so my morning routine was kind of messed up and I forgot to post this.  I left to run some errands as soon as he was finished so I could be home this afternoon to get things ready for Make-It-Monday.

I am also happy to say that for the first time in eight weeks I do not have an open wound on my leg!!  It sure does seem weird to not have some type of bandage on it, but I will take it.

This afternoon I am hoping to get everything cut for Monday so I can stuff envelopes during the Cubs game tonight!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 5, 2019

Christmas Gleaming

Once again another card that we made at Stamping School . . . this time a full regular sized card.  All of the elements of this suite are pretty awesome.

I was not sure about the foil elements when I saw them in the catalog, but after working with them I am sold.  They are much easier to take apart and adhere than I thought they might be.

Stamps: Christmas Gleaming

Cardstock: Pretty Peacock, Sahara Sand, Mossy Meadow, Very Vanilla, Copper Foil

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Ink: Night of Navy, Mossy Meadow,  

Accessories:  Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack,
Star Designer Elements, Brightly Gleaming Foil Elements,
1/2" Classic Weave Ribbon,

Stampin' Dimensionals

I did it . . . finally!!!  Everything from this summer is stamped up and all of the stamp sets and supplies are put away!!  It took me way longer than I thought it would but it is done!!  Now I can go on and play with some new stuff.  I do need to get the stuff ready for Technique/Stamp Cub tonight, but I should have plenty of time for playing!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 4, 2019

Christmas  Gleaming

When we were at Stamping School we made some pretty neat samples of cards made with this stamp set.  I think they tried to use as many of the products in the suite as possible so that we could see them all.

This card is not your traditional size but I do love the layout!!

Stamps: Christmas Gleaming

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Mossy Meadow, Very Vanilla, 

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Ink: Pretty Peacock, Delicata Copper, 

Accessories:   AquaPainter, Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack,
Brightly Gleaming Foil Elements,
3/8" Reversible Old Olive/Pretty Peacock Ribbon,
Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels

 Mini Glue Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

By popular demand, Stampin’ Up! is bringing back the Designer Series Paper Sale! During September 4–30, you can buy three packages of select Designer Series Paper, and get one FREE!

Here are the details:

• Sale Dates:  September 4–30
  • Order Deadline:  September 30, 2019; 11:50 pm (MT)
• Only Designer Series Papers listed in the table below qualify for this promotion. You may mix and match papers from any of the listed papers.
• There is no limit to how many times participants can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper, and get one free during this sale.
• In the online ordering system, when three qualifying Designer Series Paper packs are entered, a prompt to add a free Designer Series Paper will appear.
• In the online store, if a you order four packages of the same qualifying Designer Series Paper, you will need to enter three together and then order the fourth free item separately.
• Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit does not qualify for this sale.
• Designer Series Paper ordered with Stampin’ Rewards does not qualify for this sale.

Here are the Designer Series Paper Packs included in the sale:

#149100	166	PERENNIAL ESSENCE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149443	166	SEE A SILHOUETTE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149481	167	COME SAIL AWAY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149484	165	MAGNOLIA LANE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149488	165	GARDEN LANE DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149489	165	FOLLOW YOUR ART DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149497	165	WOVEN THREADS DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149589	166	DINOROAR DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149592	166	BIRD BALLAD DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$11.50
#149500	167	PRESSED PETALS SPECIALTY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER	$14.50

The long day of appointments yesterday was totally worth it to get another clean bill of health!!!  So this afternoon I am planning on spending the majority of it in my stamping room getting ready for fall events and classes!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 3, 2019

Christmas Gleaming

Stamping School always chooses one suite to feature and then they build their make and takes around that one suite.  This year it was the Brightly Gleaming Suite.  Of the suites in the catalog it was probably my least favorite . . . but I don't think I can say that anymore. 

The Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Folder is pretty cool . . . especially when used with the foil paper as shown on this ornament!!

The new Delicata Inks, although they take a while to dry are worth it.  They stamp quite well on dark cardstock and show up like other inks do not.

This particular card was a fancy fold card and opened from both sides.

Stamps: Christmas Gleaming

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Very Vanilla, Copper Foil

Designer Series Paper: Brightly Gleaming

Ink: Night of Navy, Delicata Copper, 

Accessories:  Stitched Shapes Dies, 

Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Folder, 

Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack, Star Designer Elements, 

Linen Thread, Mini Glue Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today is going to be a day of appointments . . . with the first one starting at 9 and the last one at 4.  I am beyond thankful, grateful, and blessed for the last three healthy years.  It was three years ago today that I started my first chemo infusion.  I was scared, apprehensive, and worried!!  But what changes three years have brought . . . more time with my wonderful family,  seeing Hanna happily married to a wonderful guy, Jake, travels galore, and so much more!!  I am truly a blessed woman!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 2, 2019

Free Skate

The other day I shared a card just like this one only using a different color scheme.  You can see that card here.  The designer series paper in the pack Feels Like Frost coordinates with these pastel colors but then also with the darker colors of Night of Navy and Pretty Peacock.  And each color of cardstock gives the paper a different look.

Again this card is super simple and could work for any occasion with a change out of sentiments!!

Stamps: Free Skate, Frosted Foliage

Cardstock: Purple Posy, Whisper White, Silver Foil

Designer Series Paper: Feels Like Frost

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories:  Frosted Frames Dies, Versamark, 

Clear Embossing Powder mixed with Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, 

Heat Tool, Seaside Spray 1/4" Metallic Ribbon, 

Timeless Label Punch, Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

After running a few errands yesterday morning and getting some groceries the rest of the day was spent in rest.  Not so today . . . as soon as I am done posting this I am heading out the door to meet up with Julie and Jason in what has become a Labor Day tradition . . . going to a flea market in Iowa City.  I absolutely need no fleas today but this is such a great one . . . in fact most of my stamp room has been outfitted with fleas from this flea market!!!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

September 1, 2019

Most Wonderful Time of the Year Suite

FOUR More Days . . . until you can order your very own Most Wonderful Time of the Year Suite!!!  It comes complete with stamps, dies, designer series paper, self adhesive images, and embellishments!!!  This is just one of the samples of the awesome cards you can make with it!!

I had an opportunity to play with it some when we were in New York the last part of July.  Susie had received one on her incentive trip and brought it along so we could make some things with it!!  It is pretty great and you are going to want your very own!!!!

Supplies:  Most Wonderful Time of the Year Suite, White Cardstock,  

Memento Black Ink

Yesterday was an awesome day all around!!  I made it to Mount Pleasant to spend some time with the kids and Jake's parents and then headed up to Iowa City to tailgate and go to the football game.  Surprisingly there was not much traffic at the time I was on the road!!  And this was my view of the field!!  Absolutely perfect!!

And a Hawkeye win made it all that much better!!  Now to rest up today for the remainder of the week!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

August 31, 2019

Day of Thanks

One of my favorite techniques of all times is the Joseph's Coat technique and these feathers are the perfect stamp to show case it.  The Day of Thanks and the Gather Together stamp sets in the Holiday Catalogare going to be favorites of mine, I am sure!!

For some reason the fall colors just seem to work better for me when using this technique.  It may be because they are the colors I used when I first did it, but they seem to blend better together than some other combinations.

Stamps: Day of Thanks, Gather Together

Cardstock: Very Vanilla Thick, Cajun Craze, very Vanilla

Ink: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Daffodil Delight, 

Mango Melody,  Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories:  Versamark, Clear Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Brayer

Today is going to be a busy busy day!!!  I am leaving here as soon as I am done posting this to meet Julie and Jason and Hanna and Jake and his parents in Mt. Pleasant on the square to go to the craft show that is held there during Old Threshers.  When we are done with that, they will all go onto the grounds of Old Threshers for the rest of the day and I will head off to Iowa City to the first football game and tailgate of the season.  Since it is a night game it worked perfectly to be able to do both things!!!!!  GO HAWKS!!!!! 

💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤

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

Happy Stamping!!

August 30, 2019

Free Skate

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful . . . then gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous . . . is the only way to describe this designer series paper . . . Feels Like Frost.  One side has a beautiful winter scene and the other side is silver foil with designs drawn in.  Absolutely astounding in person!!

This is one of the cards I took for our shoebox swap on Saturday night at Stamping School.  Once again the paper does most of the work for you!!! 

Stamps: Free Skate, Frosted Foliage

Cardstock: Seaside Spray, Whisper White, Silver Foil

Designer Series Paper: Feels Like Frost

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories:  Frosted Frames Dies, Versamark, 

Clear Embossing Powder mixed with Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, 

Heat Tool, Seaside Spray 1/4" Metallic Ribbon, 

Timeless Label Punch, Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

I made progress on getting things stamped up and put away, but I still have more to go.  I will be working on that again this morning and then taking a break this afternoon to watch the Cubs!!  Maybe I can get some things stamped up so that I can put them together during the game!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

August 29, 2019

Beautiful Day

I just love this designer series paper and this card, which comes from a blog I follow, Stamp With Amy, showcases it perfectly.

I know everybody needs birthday cards and this one would be very easy to make up with different designer series papers and colors of card stock!! Super simple and you have them ready to go when you need them.

Stamps: Beautiful Day

Cardstock: Mossy Meadow, Whisper White

Designer Series Paper: See a Silhouette

Ink: Mossy Meadow

Accessories:  Stitched Rectangle Shapes Dies, Linen Thread, 

Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

The agenda for today is the same old same old . . . finishing up packets and then watching the Cubs tonight.  My hope is to go on to some new things but I told myself I would not go on to new until I had all of the other stuff stamped up and put away.  So far I am holding true to that!!!

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

Happy Stamping!

August 28, 2019

Perfectly Plaid

Friday night at Stamping School we had a shoebox swap.  We made ten cards that night and swapped 23 more so I have tons of new ideas!!  This is the card I took as my swap.  It uses the same idea as this card with the Tasteful Backgrounds dies.

The basic layout came from a card I made at one of Susie's events, I just changed up the colors.

Stamps: Perfectly Plaid

Cardstock: Whisper White Thick, Shaded Spruce, Real Red, Whisper White: 

Ink: Real Red

Stampin' Blends:  Crushed Curry Dark

Accessories: Tasteful Background Dies, 

Shaded Spruce/Gold 3/8" Striped Ribbon, Basic 

Rhinestone Jewels, Stampin' Dimensionals

I got quite a bit done yesterday but I still have a lot of stuff to get done from past stamp nights.  I didn't realize how much I had let it get stacked up . . . but I wouldn't trade my travels this summer fort anything!!

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

Happy Stamping!!