Stamps, Paper, and Ink

Artisan Wednesday Wow - 4/10/13

Hi friends, it's time again for Artisan Wednesday Wow and I'm excited about it! You should have just come from Amy Bollman's always-fresh-and-amazing blog and welcome to our hop.

sunshine. and sprinkles. and whales. oh my!

I am in love with the Sunshine and Sprinkles Suite and you may be seeing it for three weeks in a row. Now that it came in my goody box from Stampin Up! I just can't seem to put it down.

For my first card I felt like the Window Frames Collection Framelits might look like portholes, and I went with that idea.

I love the way our blues work so well together, and wheeling three shades gave me an ombre effect, or gradations of color similar to the patterned paper. A couple of pumps with the Color Spritzer added a splashy bit of color! Lastly a thin coating of Crystal Effects make the fish and starfish shine.

Here is card number two.

I'm trying to use every sentiment that comes with this adorable set. Again, shiny hearts and an irresistable question, don't you think? Really what's really irresistable are the cheery colors and patterns in Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper - makes my heart happy!

All supplies are listed below.

Now on you go to Erica Cerwin's blog and her astounding and prolific pretties!

 

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Oh, Whale!, Oh, Wave! Jumbo Wheel

Paper:  Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Melon Mambo, Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper 

Ink: Baja Breeze, Marina Mist, Pacific Point, Basic Gray

Accessories:  Happy Whale Clearlits Die, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Cute Clips, 3/8" Striped Organdy Ribbon, 1" square and Postage Stamp punches, Big Shot.

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I'm excited to let you know that Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on EVERYTHING April 6-8 (excluding expedited orders)! That's right. There are no minimums or limits and all order types qualify (customer, demonstrator, workshop, online). Did I mention that the free shipping is on everything?

Contact me or order directly from my Online Store!!

Orders must be placed before 11:50 PM (MT) on APril 8th.  

Perfectly Imperfect? This and That....

A little bit of this... a little bit of that... a pinch or dash, a smidgeon, a mish mash......a hodgepodge.....

Wondering what I'm talking about?

How about a journal where you keep a smattering of thoughts, ideas, pictures or quotes, creative ideas or goals for a certain time in your life - the window that is NOW. Instead of a perfectly themed or chronological album, this style of scrapbooking involves a randomness that is fun and freeing! A perfectly imperfect look at your moments of life-on-the-go and all that is in it. 

It's the Epic Day Journal and bundle of related new products! I'm so excited about this line that I made a video for you today, highlighting the kit and sharing interesting ways that you might use these items.

  

The following video from Stampin' Up! is a fabulous musical invitation to try This and That journal. I hope it leaves you singing (and wanting to experience the thrill of creativity for yourself.) 

 

You can order through my online store HERE at 15% off. If you enjoy my blog and don't have a demonstrator, please consider helping to boost my business by ordering from me. I love what I do and I want to be able to keep sharing what I love!

Another surprise? For ANY ORDERS on ANY merchandise from April 6 - 8 there is TOTALLY FREE SHIPPING!! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Artisan Wednesday Wow - 4/2/13

Welcome to the Artisan Wednesday Wow Blog Hop, and happy April too! The first week of a new month means it's time to share our projects from the Stampin' Up! Facebook page with you. You should have arrived from Amy Bollman's blog. Isn't her ticket-filled card pure genius!

Crumb Cake and Calypso Coral - what a great pair. My go-to colors!

I am in love with neutrals and texture! The Secret Garden Framelits Dies gave me the perfect combination of both for this card! I discovered that I love using them with patterned papers because I can mold them for more dimension and a soft, shabby look.

I love the shimmer of the Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels! Painting them lightly with a mixture of Crystal Effects and a drop of Calypso Coral Classic Ink Refill makes it easy to permanently color them to match any project. Here's a closer look at the flower details. You know I LOVE flowers, right?

All supplies are listed below. Erica Cerwin's creation has an amazing layout with an array of flowers and a photo of a very special group. I know you'll enjoy seeing everyone's projects. 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Stamps:

  129141 (wood-mount) or 129144 (clear-mount): Secret Garden Stamp Set 
129633 (wood-mount) or 129636 (clear-mount): Vintage Verses Stamp Set
122655: Netting Background Stamp

Paper:

120953: Crumb Cake Cardstock
101650: Very Vanilla Cardstock 
129312: Print Poetry Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink: 

126975: Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad
126978: Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

Accessories: 

129328: Artisan Embellishments Kit
122976: Calypso Coral 3/8" Ruffled Ribbon 
129324: Large Rhinestones Basic Jewels 
119855: Large Oval Punch
113439: Big Shot 
127023: Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 

Artisan Wednesday Wow - 3/26/13

Hello, and welcome to the Artisan Wednesday Wow blog hop!  You should have hopped on over from Amy's blog and you're in the right place!  

How about a little whimsical festivity with Henry Says this month?   I just love his many hats!

I do think the Henry Says stamp set is perfect for so many occasions. And the perky plump elephant can be a plucky Henry or as on my card, a Poppin' Pink Henrietta! 

I wanted to paint her nails so I mixed up a little Crystal Effects and a drop of Melon Mambo re-inker. It's easy then to just paint it on with a pointy scrap of card stock. Know what else I painted? The jewels, now they are Melon Mambo to match her banner. It was fun to discover a way to coordinate the colors of my rhinestones with any of our fabulous shades!

Miss Henrietta is a happy 5 years old today (don't forget!) and is seated on a stool made with the small tickets from the Ticket Duo punch fanned out on the bottom of an oval. The rest of my supplies are listed below.

Hope it's a happy day for you! Keep on to visit Erica's blog, and enjoy everyone's projects.

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Henry Says, That's the Ticket

Paper: Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Brights Designer Series Paper Stack, Polka Dot Parade Designer Series Paper, Parker's Patterns Designer Series paper

Ink: Basic Black, Melon Mambo, Marina Mist

Accessories:  Ticket Duo Builder and Large Oval Punches, Rhinestones Basic Jewels, Baker's Twine, Typeset Alphabet Bigz Dies, Big Shot

This and That could be coming your way!

I just had to let you know of these great offers for fun products from Stampin' Up! I just received my new Polymer Stamps and Sent WIth Love Kit in the mail. You would love them!

But my absolute favorite, that I just ordered is below! The This and That product line is a totally exciting new way to journal your daily happenings, thoughts and ideas. It would make a great creative journal too!

Remember when a scrapbook used to be a place to save memorabilia? This collection brings that idea to a whole new whimsical, colorful and creative level.

You may buy the elements individually or as a set. Small enough to keep with you to catch whatever suits your fancy at the moment.

Here are the new Polymer stamps - our first set!

and our Sent with Love set is perfect for any time you want to send a sweet wish with a travel theme.

Visit my ONLINE STORE today to find out details and click SHOP NOW to place your order. While I'm busy celebrating, you could be delighting in your crafting with new supplies. 

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Live, Laugh, and Love

Hi everyone! 

I am sharing in a special way today. Many of you have heard me mention or read the comments about our daughter's wedding which will be very soon. So much excitement is going on at our house in these days of preparations.

I will be posting for the Wednesday blog hops, but I'm sure you will understand the break I'll be taking from regular posting over the next week or two. Crafting will consist of cutting place cards and making a fabric bunting, and decorating with flowers. More importantly, I'll be giving out hugs and smiles and creating special moments for our loved ones.

I thought you might like to get a glimpse from Emily's engagement photos, taken by the best photographer I could imagine, the amazing (and wonderful) Kelly Sauer.  Looking so forward to meeting the one who captures such beauty on film and shares her loving spirit with others. All credit and copyright for these photos goes to her.

No paper projects to share, but this mother's heart is bursting with happiness for these two dear ones.

Just had to let you know! Hugs~~

 

 

 

 

Make A Wish Card Video

Hi everyone! 

I decided to make a quick video for you on tips for creating the Make A Wish card that I posted yesterday.

I'm hoping to just keep making short videos for things that I'm currently working on or have just completed. It's getting easier to make them, I feel more relaxed, and hopefully my editing skills will improve. 

 

Thanks so much for taking a peek and letting me know what you think! 

If you'd like to purchase the supplies that I used to make this card, send me an e-mail and I'd be glad to help you.

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Artisan Wednesday Wow - 03/20/13

 

Wednesday is here and you know what that means!! Welcome to the Artisan Wednesday Wow blog hop presented by Stampin' Up!'s Design Team. We are happy to share the projects we make with the supplies they send us each month to show to you! Amy Bollman's projects are fresh, bold, great design and so fun. You should have arrived here from her blog. 

I instantly knew when I saw the Make a Wish stamp set in this month's box that I wanted to feature that sentiment and a birthday candle. I made a rolled up paper straw from the Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper, and replaced the I in "wish" with it.

I think it looks awfully cute!

I added a sprinkle of rhinestones and a few ribbon curls, a button and thread for embellishments. Hope you like it! 

Hop on over now to Erica's blog where she shares the most amazingly clever and beautiful things with us. 

Supplies are listed below. 

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Make A Wish

Paper:  Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper

Ink:  Melon Mambo and Marina Mist Stampin' Write Markers

Accessories:  3/8" Striped Organdy Ribbon, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Neutrals Designer Buttons

Vintage Verses Just Because

In our family, every once in awhile, we received a gift that we called "Just Because". It was always a surprise becasue it was not for a holiday or other special occasion, but just to day I love you. I love that the Vintage Verses stamp set carries this same sentiment! 

This set will only be available for a few more days!

The Adorning Accents Edgelits and the Apothecary Accents Framelits were used to create the curvy borders on the panels.

Thanks for taking a peek, have a great day! 

 

 

 

 

All supplies by Stampin' Up!

 

Stamps: Vintage Verses

Paper: Fan Fair Designer Series Paper, Very Vanilla

Ink: Basic Black

Accessories:  Basic Jewels Rhinestones, Victoria Crochet Trim, Adorning Edges and Apothecary Accents Framelits, Antique Brads, Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon