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Stampin' Royalty Challenge #53

2011-01-04T21:22:00.000-08:00

This week at Stampin' Royalty the Goddess's are challenging you to a birthday challenge. It's been a year since Stampin' Royalty was launched and we thought it would be fitting to have a birthday challenge this week.

I created this card with having my brother in mind as it is his birthday on the 8th. I wanted to make it all 'man-like' and not too frilly. I hope it's manly enough for him. Now if I can just get my act together and actually put it in the mailbox.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#101650 Very Vanilla
#105120 Baja Breeze

Designer Series Paper
#117163 Elegant Soiree

Ink:
#111833 Baja Breeze
#102977 Night of Navy
#115657 Soft Suede

Stamp Set:
#111664 On Your Birthday
#115778 Circle Circus

Punches:
#119862 Designer Label Large

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#119772 1-1/4" Marina Mist Ribbon Grosgrain Striped
#113146 Hodgepodge Hardware Designer Label Set

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #47

2010-11-24T01:00:00.000-08:00

This week at Stampin' Royalty the Goddess's are challenging you to a sketch challenge. I know I've said it before but I have to say it again...I LOVE sketch challenges. It makes life a whole lot easier for me. With the 2 kids I barely have time to craft anymore.

This challenge came in handy as I had to create a birthday card for a friend of mine. She's not much of a pastel or bright person. She is definitely NOT into pink. I really had to channel into the "nature" colours and this is what I came up with. Since last week's challenge of patterned paper I thought I would think out of the box a little bit and that's how I came up with these squares. I thought to myself, "self, why do you have to use one piece of patterned paper, why not use several?" So, I thought I would be daring this week.

Let me know what you think by leaving a comment. Thanks for looking.

On the inside I purposely didn't colour in the stamp again. After stamping the flower for the front of the card I stamped it on the inside of the card so it has the faded look. I didn't want the flower to be too overpowering (on the inside).

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#119795 Pear Pizzaz
#101650 Very Vanilla
#119682 Marina Mist

Designer Series Paper
#117167 Greenhouse Gala

Ink:
#119668 Marina Mist

Stampin Write Marker:
#120974 Tangerine Tango
#119679 Marina Mist
#120975 Wild Wasabi

Stamp Set:
#111664 On Your Birthday
#120618 Friends Never Fade

Punches:
#118402 Scallop Trim Border
#119865 1-1/4" Square Large
#120907 Decorative Label Punch
#119859 2" x 1-3/8" Oval Extra-Large

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals
#101055 Crystal Effects

Accessories:
#119772 1-1/4" Marina Mist Ribbon Grosgrain Striped

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #46

2010-11-17T04:00:00.000-08:00

This week at Stampin' Royalty the Goddess's are challenging you to all things that have patterned paper. It can either be a scrapbook page, a card, a 3D project...anything. Just as long as the main focus is the patterned paper.

I've had this idea for quite some time and I thought that this would be perfect for this challenge. I had created a project that contains the current month last year and it works for looking at the big picture for that month but I soon realized that I really couldn't fit in a lot of "To Do's" in the boxes plus I work on a weekly basis especially when my husband is in the Territories working for 2 weeks every month.

I used the "Wish List" stamp out of the Taking Care of Business stamp set because it really is a list of things I hope to get done that day plus the "To Do" stamp was too short.

I had sent a picture of this to my niece as a preview last week and she had a great idea. Instead of a "To Do" list it can also be used as a menu for the week. I thought it was brilliant because when my husband is home we never know who will be cooking that night so I'm always the one asking him what's for dinner which causes a lot of confusion and arguments. I'm definitely going to change mine to a menu chart when he's home and a "To Do" chart when I'm "single" for 2 weeks.

Basically, I divided the length and width into 3 parts. I cut the patterned paper accordingly and pasted them on to the clipboard. Where each of the patterned paper met, I glued in the Night of Navy Ribbon.

I love my Scrappin' and Gabbin' nights because I get so many ideas from my fellow scrappers. I was going to stamp the "Wish List" stamp on several sheets of paper and trim them so I can have a stack of them. My fellow scrapper, Jessica, had suggested I laminated them but I don't have a laminating machine. Sarah then suggested packing tape AND so that's what I did. I stamped on Whisper White cardstock, trimmed it and I covered it with packing tape and trimmed the tape. Now I'm being environmentally friendly and just using an dry erase marker. Big shout out to Jessica and Sarah for their suggestions!!!!

Oh yes, the last 2 boxes are for "To Do" lists for myself and my husband.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#100867 Night of Navy
#100730 Whisper White

Designer Series Paper
#117167 Greenhouse Gala
#117392 Blueberry Crisp

Ink:
#102977 Night of Navy

Stamp Set:
#111610 Calendar Alphabet & Numbers
#115090 Taking Care of Business

Punches:
#119857 Word Window Large
#119849 Modern Label Extra-Large

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals
#101055 Crystal Effects

Accessories:
#109036 Night of Navy 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #45

2010-11-09T21:23:00.000-08:00

This week at Stampin' Royalty the Goddess's are challenging you to a photo inspiration challenge. Remembrance Day is tomorrow here in Canada and it's time to remember those who have given their life for your country. Wherever you come from, your challenge is to make something to remember those who have given their lives for your country.

Here's my take on this week's challenge. I can't get enough of the Elegant Lines Textured Impressions. I really didn't have any stamp images that was appropriate for this occasion so I chose to use an embossing technique instead. I think it worked well. It's simple but still effective.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#119685 Cherry Cobbler
#101650 Very Vanilla

Ink Pads:
#119669 Cherry Cobbler

Stamp Set:
#120142 Occasional Quotes (Hostess Set)
#120453 Just Believe

Punches:
#120907 Decorative Label
#119851 Curly Label

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals
# 1 3/8" Circle
# Scallop Circle

Accessories:
#113439 Big Shot
#119277 Textured Impressions Elegant Lines
#119768 Real Red 1-1/4" Grosgrain Striped Ribbon

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #44

2010-11-03T04:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a colour challenge.

I love colour challenges because it makes me think out of the box. I love this colour combination, although I did make a mistake by using Riding Hood Red instead of Cajun Craze the first time around. I have to remember to not create cards after 11 at night or at least try and prepare the card stock the night before I actually put it together.

Stampin' Up's Embossing Folder really add a punch to the plain card stock. It just gives it that 'zing' that I needed. I'm loving it and I think I'll have to order some more.

I used to hate colouring using the Stampin' Write Markers but after this project I'm hooked!!!

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#119795 Pear Pizzaz
#119684 Cajun Craze
#119682 Marina Mist
#105118 So Saffron
#100730 Whisper White

Stampin' Write Markers:
#120948 Pear Pizzaz
#119678 Cajun Craze
#119679 Marina Mist

Ink Pads:
#119784 Pear Pizzaz

Stamp Set:
#120453 Just Believe

Punches:
#119871 3/16" Corner Small

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#113439 Big Shot
#119277 Textured Impressions Elegant Lines
#119246 Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #43

2010-10-27T11:45:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a sketch challenge.

I love sketch challenges. It gives you a starting point and sometimes it may look like the sketch or it's slightly changed. I needed to create a birthday card for my friend's son who just turned one and as you know boy/male cards are always a challenge for me. This is what I came up with. Enjoy.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
# Baja Breeze
# Pacific Point

Designer Series Paper
#117163 Elegant Soiree

Ink:
#111837 Pacific Point
#111833 Baja Breeze

Stamp Set:
#114403 Look Who's Turning

Punches:
#120907 Decorative Label Punch

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#100982 Hemp Twine

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #42

2010-10-20T04:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is Ribbons, Ribbons and Ribbons.

I've had this recipe box for years now, I'd say at least more than 3 years and I haven't been inspired to cover it. I've always wanted to decorate it but I just couldn't figure out how I wanted it done. When I found out that Ribbons was the challenge this week I figured it was time to get inspired and face this task. I didn't think I would like the Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper but now I absolutely love it. I have several other DSP's but I find myself coming back to this frequently.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#102482 Real Red
#119795 Pear Pizzaz
#105117 Pumpkin Pie

Designer Series Paper
#117167 Greenhouse Gala

Ink:
#119669 Cherry Cobbler

Stampin' Write Marker:
#100052 Real Red
#105115 Pumpkin Pie
#100079 Old Olive

Stamp Set:
#114964 From the Kitchen of
#120618 Friends Never Fade

Punches:
#104401 1 3/8" Circle
#119865 1 1/4" Square Large
#119884 Scallop Square Extra-Large

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#109034 Real Red 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
#109052 Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #40

2010-10-06T04:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a colour challenge and let me tell you...it was a huge challenge for me and this is what I came up with. I like these colour challenges because it makes me use colours that I haven't used in awhile or even together.

Ever since we left Toronto I've been meaning to create Thank You cards for Connor's teachers at the day care in Brampton (Ontario) but I just haven't found the time. I think I'll have to make 3 more of these for his teachers and send them off with their little gifts.

The three flowers were stamped using Chocolate Chip ink pad but I just didn't re-ink the stamp. I just stamped it three times to create the faded look.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#119797 Concord Crush
#102067 Tempting Turquoise
#105118 So Saffron

Ink:
#100908 Chocolate Chip
#102283 Versamark Pad

Stamp Set:
#120444 Printed Petals
#115360 For All You Do
#120127 Silhouette Sentiments (Hostess Set)

Punches:
#119857 Word Window Large
#119855 Oval Large

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#112534 5/6" Neutrals Assortment Brads

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #38

2010-09-22T04:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is "Anything But A Card". It's been awhile since I've contributed to the blog and my fellow team members have been very patient with me as I had spent the whole summer in Toronto with my family. We figured since I was on maternity leave we might as well stay in Ontario as long as I could manage it. I even brought my scrapbooking luggage with me but it was so chaotic that I didn't even have time to make anything other than the give away's for Caitlin's baptism.

Here's proof that I brought my scrapbooking luggage with me. I wonder what those guys were thinking when they saw it ;-)

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

I created a holder for my post-it-note pad. I'm always trying to find new ways of keeping/holding/covering a post-it-note pad and this is what I came up with. This Bigz Top Note is so versatile. I find that I'm always using it for one of my projects.

I also covered the back side of it before running it through the Big Shot. It just gives it that clean look.

Key Ingredients:

DSP:
#117167 Greenhouse Gala

Accessories:
#108362 Crop-A-Dile
#113439 Big Shot
#108432 Jumbo Eyelets Pewter
#113463 Bigz Top Note
#109053 Bravo Burgundy 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
#108432 Jumbo Eyelets Pewter

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #24

2010-06-16T04:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a masculine project. I don't know about you but I always have a hard time creating a masculine card but thank goodness this challenge came along so that I can make a card for my dad and father-in-law.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

I used one of the sketches from the Mojo Monday's challenges as a base.

I'm actually using a card stock that will be available in the new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! catalog. As a demonstrator we receive the 2010-2011 catalog along with our pre-order this month so I figured -- let's play with my new products. I love receiving new products from Stampin' Up. It always feel like a birthday day.

The new card stocks that I had used for this project are Early Espresso and Crumb Cake. I'm usually not into neutrals but I just had to use Early Espresso because I'm loving the rich dark brown colour.

The Designer Series Paper is Sweet Pea but unfortunately, this DSP is now retired, but is still available to purchase if you have My Digital Studio.

Since I didn't use any stamp sets other than the Teeny Tiny Wishes for the sentiment I put the 4 colours on the inside of the card instead of a stamp.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#119686 Early Espresso (Available July 1st)
#120953 Crumb Cake (Available July 1st)
#121043 Sahara Sand
#101650 Very Vanilla
#100730 Whisper White

Ink:
#119670 Early Espresso (Available July 1st)

DSP:
#117161 Sweet Pea Designers Series Pack (available digitally for MDS)

Stamp Set:
#115370 Teeny Tiny Wishes

Punches:
#105090 Word Window
#116630 Modern Label

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#104336 Silver Brads

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #22

2010-06-02T07:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is Jazz it Up. Find an old project/card/layout and jazz it up - make sure to post your before and after picture.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

I created this favour box last week and I thought okay, now let's make it even more girly for my fave girl...Caitlin.
This is my Jazzed Up project. Now I can put a mini cupcake in the box.

....and this is the back. I had a lot of fun creating this...now I just have to make 59 more. I'll have to precut, pre-emboss, pre-stamp everything before we leave on July 8th. Wish me luck.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#100459 Pretty in Pink
#102762 Pink Passion
#100730 Whisper White

Ink:
#101778 Classic Rose Red

Stamp Set:
#114401 Jayne's Type Alphabet
#115092 Think Happy Thoughts
#120060 Itty Bitty Bits

Punches:
#104403 1 1/4" Circle
#118402 Scallop Trim Border
#109043 Scallop Circle
Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Accessories:
#108362 Crop-A-Dile
#113439 Big Shot
#113467 Sizzix Petal Card
#118138 Embosslits Beautiful Wings
#108432 Jumbo Eyelets Pewter
#109052 Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #21

2010-05-26T07:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a colour challenge...with Rich Razzleberry, Certainly Celery and Pretty in Pink.

My inspiration came from Ilina Crouse. She's an absolutely amazing Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I tweeked it a bit by using a band around the whole box and embossing the actual box.

I've been meaning to make a favour box for Caitlin's baptism in August and was just not inspired until this colour challenge came along. I thought it was a nice colour combination and tried it out. It's small enough to fit either a few small cookies or a cupcake. I'll need to figure that out when the time comes which reminds me I still have to confirm with the priest and create the invitations. Can someone say AY KARUMBA?!?!?!

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#105125 Certainly Celery
#115316 Rich Razzleberry
#100459 Pretty in Pink

Ink:
#100814 Classic Tempting Turquoise

Stamp Set:
#118598 Vintage Vogue

DSP:
# 115680 Kaleidoscope

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive

Accessories:
#113439 Big Shot
#113467 Sizzix Petal Card
#115962 Texturz Plate Perfect Details
#110712 Book Basics Small (chipboard)
#115953 Punch Windows Movers and Shapers

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #20

2010-05-19T02:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is a sketch challenge.

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

I personally love sketch challenges. It takes the thought out of how to plan the card and leave me with a lot of time for figuring out what DSP, card stock and what colour of ink to use.

This card emphasizes the fact that you really don't need a lot of stock on hand. With the Stampin' Up! products you can practically mix and match everything. I only used 2 different DSP from one set, 2 cardstock, 2 punches, 1 stamp set and 1 ink. How's that for versatility?

Key Ingredients:

Card Stock:
#102067 Tempting Turquoise
#100730 Whisper White

Ink:
#100814 Classic Tempting Turquoise

Stamp Set:
#111672 Pocket Silhouettes

Punches:
#105090 Word Window
#116630 Modern Label

DSP:
# 115680 Kaleidoscope

Adhesive:
#104332 SNAIL Adhesive
#104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #18

2010-05-05T07:00:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week over at Stampin' Royalty is "Anything But A Card".

Make sure to check out Sandra Farrell's (one of our fabulous design team members) Stampin' Royalty project for this week.

I've seen this project many times on the web and I've always wanted to try it. It was so easy to make and I LOVE it. I may have to do another one...for just because. I love the Embosslits Beautiful Wings. I've had it for quite awhile but I haven't had the chance to use it until now.

The Key Ingredients:
Card Stock: Pretty in Pink, Sage Shadow, Bashful Blue, Rose Red
DSP: Kaleidoscope
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Big Shot, Bigz-Top Note, Bigz XL-MatchboxSponge Dauber, Embosslits Beautiful Wings, Hemp Twine, Rhinestone Brads-Fire Circles, Whisper White Ribbon Organza

Connor's Last Day

2010-05-01T07:00:00.000-07:00

It was Connor's last day at his daycare yesterday and I wanted to create a card for 2 of the mothers. Connor has gotten close to 2 of his classmates and I wanted to keep in touch with them (the parents) so that we could have play dates and I get to have some female adult conversation. I got my inspiration for the stamping from Mary Fish...ofcourse. She's an absolutely amazing Stampin' Up demonstrator.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Awash with Flowers
Card Stock: Perfect Plum, Rose Red, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
DSP: Kaleidoscope
Ink: Regal Rose, Lovely Lilac, Pale Plum
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Whisper White Ribbon Organza, Silver Brads

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #17

2010-04-28T07:00:00.001-07:00

The Stampin' Royalty challenge for this week is using "Using Your Punches" for any project either it be a card, scrapbooking page or anything else your heart desires.

Once I saw this punch art of a monkey I knew I had to recreate it. I'm not sure who is the originator of this monkey and when I took a picture of this monkey, I didn't get to read the back of the card to jot down the creator. If you happen to know who the originator is, please contact me so I can credit them.

I also had to try this "Side Stair Step" card that everyone seems to be creating. It was a lot of fun to make.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Look Who's Turning
Card Stock: Creamy Caramel, Chocolate Chip
DSP: DSP Chocolate Chip
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Markers: Chocolate Chip, Ballet Blue, Real Red, Only Orange
Punches: Horizontal Slot, Large Oval, Wide Oval, 1/2" Circle, 1-3/8" Circle, 1-1/4" Circle,
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Sponge Dauber

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #16

2010-04-21T07:00:00.000-07:00

I'm back in business for awhile...as long as my kids give me time to play.

The Stampin' Royalty challenge for this week is a sketch challenge created by our own Sandra Farrell.

Once I saw this, I knew I had to use it to create a card for Connor's teacher whose last day was last week Friday. Ms. Koba was Connor's favourite teacher. Whenever I arrived to pick him up guaranteed he is always near Ms. Koba or sitting on her lap.

As well, I just had to play with the Awash with Flowers stamp set that will be available in the
2010/2011 catalogue in July. I just had to have to this stamp set. I'm loving it!!! I'm sure this won't be the last time I will be using it.

The Itty Bitty Bits stamp set will be available in the Summer Mini catalogue. A sure 'must-have' as well.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Whimsical Words, Awash with Flowers, Itty Bitty Bits
Card Stock: Whisper White, Bermuda Bay
DSP: Razzleberry Lemonade
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Basic Black, Pale Plum, Mellow Moss
Punches: Punch Pack Itty Bitty Bits
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive
Accessories: Stamp-a-ma-Jig

Hiatus

2010-03-16T12:28:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to let my followers know that I will be on a hiatus for a little while until I get back into a regular schedule. The reason for my hiatus is because I just had my second baby on February 24th. Connor is now a big brother to Caitlin Anne Zamora Smith. She is quite the handful in addition to my overactive son. I love them both but they are keeping me away from my scrapbooking room. Hopefully, in a month or two I will get into a rhythm with the 2 kids and I can step into my craft room again...if they will let me.

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #9

2010-03-03T22:10:00.000-08:00

The Stampin' Royalty challenge for this week is an inspiration challenge. Immediately after looking at this photograph, I was drawn to the Stampin' Up! markers on one of the shelves underneath the plants.

Maybe it was because I was going to be due with my second child soon but this is what I came up with.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Hostess Level 1 - Love Bug, Whimsical Words
Card Stock: Lavender Lace, Whisper White, Apricot Appeal, Pale Plum, Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue, So Saffron
Ink: Basic Black, Lavender Lace
Punches: 1/2" Circle
Markers: Real Red, Barely Banana, Rose Red, Mellow Moss, Always Artichoke, Regal Rose, Ballet Blue, Summer Sun
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive
Accessories: 1/4" Elegant Eggplant Grosgrain Ribbon

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #8

2010-02-24T07:00:00.000-08:00

The Stampin' Royalty Challenge for this week is to use the following colours.

What I like about our challenges is that they really take you out of your comfort zone. Although, I do have to say that some of the colours are from my fave set of colours (Bold Brights), I wouldn't think of pairing some of them. As well, it makes me use the stamp sets that I haven't used at all or haven't touched recently.

For my layout, I was inspired by the Mojo Monday challenge from February 1st, 2010.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Short and Sweet, Of the Earth, Asian Artistry
Card Stock: Green Galore, Summer Sun, Pixie Pink, Only Orange
Ink: Only Orange, Versamark
Punches: 1 3/8" Circle, Scallop Circle
Tools: Big Shot, Texturz Background #1
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Buttons Latte

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #7

2010-02-17T08:00:00.000-08:00

This week's Stampin' Royalty Challenge is Masculine Cards. I don't know about you but I find making masculine cards the hardest thing to do. How do I make cards without any flowers in it? I really wish I had my gals with me this past Friday. I was supposed to have the last, last Scrappin' and Gabbin' night but I fell sick that night and had to cancel it. This is what I came up with without my inspirations.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: Whimsical Words
Card Stock: Creamy Caramel, Chocolate Chip
DSP: Designer Series Paper - Chocolate Chip, Sweet Pea
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Punches: Wide Oval
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Silver Brads

Valentine's card for Hubby

2010-02-15T22:58:00.000-08:00

I needed to make a Valentine's card for my hubby so I used the layout that I had created for our Stampin' Royalty Challenge #6 and tweaked it a bit.

Instead of using the I Heart Hearts stamp set for the front I used a paper that was scribbled on by my 1 1/2 year old son.

Enjoy!!

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #6

2010-02-11T13:28:00.001-08:00

This week's challenge in Stampin' Royalty is Love/Valentine's Theme but for us Goddesses we had to incorporate the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set. This is the stamp set that Stampin' Up is donating $2 from the proceeds of each stamp set sold to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund.

I had a Scrappin' and Gabbin' night last Friday and I thought this was a perfect time to create my card. I get so inspired when other crafters are around me. Let me correct that. I just really get wrapped up in the adult conversation especially now that I've started my maternity leave but still waiting for Smitty Baby ver 2.0 to pop.

But seriously, I did get inspired that night and this is the card that I came up with.

The Key Ingredients:
Stamp Sets: I {Heart} Hearts, Well Scripted, Season of Joy
Card Stock: Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Rose Red, Regal Rose and Pretty in Pink
Punches: Full Heart, Heart to Heart
Adhesive: SNAIL Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals
Accessories: Heart Treat Cups

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #4

2010-01-25T21:52:00.000-08:00

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #4 was a real challenge for me and I gave myself an even bigger challenge. The challenge I gave to myself was -- DO NOT use Bold Brights. I needed to get out of my comfort zone and use other colours. I looked for my colour wheel to give me some inspiration and wouldn't you know it, I couldn't find it. I was on my own....arghhhh.

Well, this is what I came up with....enjoy!!!!

Key Ingredients:

DSP:
Razzleberry Lemonade

Cardstock:
Dusty Durango, Whisper White, Ballet Blue

Punches:
Scallop Trim Border

Stamp Set:
Vintage Vogue

Ink:
Dusty Durango

Accessories:
Dusty Durango Grosgrain Ribbon Polka Dot, Mini Library Clip, Stampin' Dimensionals

Haitian Disaster Relief

2010-01-23T13:55:00.000-08:00

On January 12, 2010 a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, leaving in its wake devastation so overwhelming that the Haitian people and their leaders can only look for help from the outside to cope.
From now until February 28, 2010, $2 from every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set you sell will be donated to the American Red Cross' Haiti Relief and Development Fund. The Red Cross is already well-established in Haiti, and this money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need.

Click HERE to start shopping now!

I {Heart} Hearts - clear-mount (Block D recommended) (Item #: 118571) $24.95
I {Heart} Hearts - wood-mount (Item #: 117010) $35.95

Stampin' Royalty #3 - Single Layer Project

2010-01-17T21:54:00.000-08:00

This is the third challenge for our Stampin' Royalty group and I have been very negligent in posting the other 2 challenges. I will try and stay on top of things as much as I can.

I have had fun creating these cards. I love challenges...it gets the mind going.

Steps:

1. Punched a sheet with the Curly Label Punch
2. Taped it to the front of the card
3. Stamped the card using the En Francais stamp using Rose Red Classic Ink
4. Sponged the rest of the card using So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue Classic Ink
5. Removed the Curly Label punch
6. Stamped the sentiment on the white empty space

Stamp Sets:
En Francais, Well Scripted

Ink:
Rose Red, So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue

Punches:
Curly Label

Post-it-note pads

2009-12-18T10:12:00.001-08:00

Literally at the beginning of December I had a bright idea of making these notepads as gifts for friends and family...especially Connor's teachers at the daycare centre.

Next time, I really need to think of these things in October or early November. I've been delaying in posting this picture because I didn't want the recipients to see them before I gave it to them.

Stampin' Up's! 12 Days of Holiday Sales

2009-12-11T10:01:00.000-08:00

For 12 days only, you can get discounts on select Big Shot dies and materials. See below for complete offering.

SALE DETAILS:

•Orders may be placed as customer, workshop, or online orders.
•The sale ends Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 11:50 PM (MT).
•Items must be ordered by December 15, 2009, in order to arrive in time for Christmas.
•Discounts range between 15-25%.
•All items on sale will be posted on the first day of the promotion and can be purchased for all 12 days.
•There are no quantity limits and no qualifiers to receive the discount.
•Don't forget to add Holiday Mini Catalogue products and Retiring Dormant Stamp Sets to your order! Time is running out for these products! The Holiday Extravaganza Gift Giving Guide promotion will also be ending soon. All three promotions end on January 4, 2010!

SHOP WITH ME HERE!

Then click on the Shop Now button at the top right!

SALE PRODUCTS:

*Customers going through my demonstrator website will pay the preferred price! The regular price is the price without a demonstrator.*

Calendar Class - outcome

2009-12-03T09:42:00.000-08:00

I had my Calendar class on Monday with Jessica and I'm just amazed at how different the calendars look when someone else makes them. It's great because I can then get some ideas from someone else.

This is Jessica's final product.

I made another calendar for a friend back home in Toronto. Hopefully, she's not reading this so she will be surprised.

I never thought of putting these colours together and I have to thank the Colour Coach for that. I absolutely love how all of the colour combinations are already done for me. I tweaked it a bit but at least it gives me a start.

It's not too late to make one of these calendars. If you're interested in making one just e-mail me and we can set up an evening to get it done at my place.

Holiday Extravaganza Sale!!! -- November 23rd to November 30th

2009-11-23T14:02:00.000-08:00

Stampin' Up! Extravaganza Online Sale this week from Monday, November 23rd to Monday, November 30th.

For one week only, you can get amazing discounts--up to 50 percent off--on over 40 products and product bundles!

Remember these items are only available while supplies last.

Click here to shop now and quote the item number listed below or feel free to e-mail me at anytime and I'll order it for you.

Check out the complete list here.

Item	Description	Discounted Price
120280	Framed with Love Bundle Framed with Love stamp set Full Heart punch	$29.95
120281	Thank You Kindly Bundle Thank You Kindly stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$20.95
120976	Thank You Kindly Bundle (French) Tous mes remerciements stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$20.95
120282	Animal Crackers Bundle Animal Crackers stamp set Star Designer brads	$17.73
120283	Corduroy Button Bundle Kraft Corduroy buttons Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons Summer Sun Corduroy buttons Basic Gray Corduroy buttons Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$33.75
120284	Game Night Bundle Card Games stamp set Game Night stamp set	$27.45
120285	Four Square Bundle Four Square stamp set Scallop Square punch	$21.45
120286	Heart to Heart Bundle Love You Much stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$34.93
120310	Heart to Heart Bundle (Spanish) Te Quiero Mucho stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$34.93
120311	Heart to Heart Bundle (French) J't'aime beaucoup stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$34.93
120287	Chipboard Letter Bundle On Board Timeless Type On Board Loads of Letters	$16.95
120288	Double-Stitched Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon Rose Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon	$16.20
120289	Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle* Best Wishes & More stamp set Eight Great Greetings stamp set On a Pedestal stamp set Earth Elements Stampin' Spots Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Flower Designer brads	$102.57
120290	Build-A-Brad Bundle Calendar Alphabet stamp set Pewter Build-A-Brad Antique Brass Build-A-Brad	$34.17
120291	Enjoy Every Moment Bundle Enjoy Every Moment stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$35.37
120312	Enjoy Every Moment Bundle (French) Profiter de chaque instant stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$35.37
120292	Cheep Talk Bundle Cheep Talk stamp set Note cards Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons	$34.44
120293	Sock Monkey Bundle Sock Monkey stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$47.04
120313	Sock Monkey Bundle (French) Sing-chaussette stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$47.04
120294	Alphabet Bundle Jayne's Type Alphabet stamp set Lovely Letters stamp set	$69.54
120295	Simply Said Bundle Simply Said stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$44.31
120314	Simply Said Bundle (French) Amitié stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$44.31
120296	On Board Bundle On Board So Tweet On Board Batch of Blooms On Board Essentials	$34.11
120927	Christmas Décor Bundle #1 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Kraft, Real Red) Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$60.51
120298	Christmas Décor Bundle #2 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Chocolate, Real Red) Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$60.51
120299	Christmas Décor Bundle #3 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Old Olive, Real Red) Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$60.51
120300	For All You Do Bundle For All You Do stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$35.14
120315	For All You Do Bundle (French) Merci pour tout stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$35.14
120316	For All You Do Bundle (Spanish) Por todo lo que haces stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$35.14
120301	Striped Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pumpkin Pie 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon So Saffron 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Real Red 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$50.19
120302	Bling Bundle Sticky Pages Sticky Cuts Sweet Fine Supernova Stampin' Glitter Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter	$42.77
120303	Fresh-Cut Bundle Fresh Cuts stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$35.60
120317	Fresh-Cut Bundle (French) Fraicheur exuise stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$35.60
120304	Pendant Note Bundle Pendant Park stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$37.70
120318	Pendant Note Bundle (French) Adorable parc stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$37.70
120319	Pendant Note Bundle (Spanish) Un dia en el parque stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$37.70
120305	Sporting Bundle #1 Large Night of Navy Sporting Décor Elements Night of Navy Just Sports Décor Elements	$64.33
120306	Sporting Bundle #2 Large Chocolate Sporting Décor Elements Chocolate Just Sports Décor Elements	$64.33
120307	Sporting Bundle #3 Large Black Sporting Décor Elements Black Just Sports Décor Elements	$64.33
114864	Ginormous Flowers I Décor Elements	$37.77
114863	Ginormous Flowers II Décor Elements	$37.77
112534	5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$7.88
112533	5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$6.97
112081	Scallop Square punch	$16.07
113693	Full Heart punch	$16.07
113694	Heart to Heart punch	$16.07
112091	Scallop Edge punch	$16.07
112571	Circle Designer brads	$5.95
112579	Flower Designer brads	$5.95
112572	Star Designer brads	$5.95
114785	Small Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$37.77
114786	Medium Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$65.77
114791	Small Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$37.77
114792	Medium Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$60.87

Baby Card

2009-11-13T09:02:00.000-08:00

On October 28th, we had a surprise baby shower for one of our colleagues at the office. I was so organized with everything else except for her card. I had a mental block so this is what I came up with on the morning of the party before I had to leave for work.

Calendar

2009-11-08T22:27:00.000-08:00

I attended a Stampin' Up meeting a couple of months ago and was hooked on this calendar. My apologies I can't find the original person's blog post to give them credit.

Anyway, this calendar is usable for each month. The title for the month is the only thing that has to be created and changed each month. The dates are marked on the glass with an eraseable marker.

My husband absolutely loves this calendar. It keeps our days and weeks organized.

If you are interested in making this calendar for the New Year please don't hesitate to contact me.

Option 1: Check out my site for the various Designer Series Paper. Choose your DSP, let me know which one you have chosen and for $25 you get to make the calendar (I will supply the frame) and you get to keep the rest of the pack.

Option 2: For $20 choose a one of the designer paper from the Razzleberry Lemonade Series and I will still supply the frame.
The date for this class is Monday, November 30th at 7:30pm to 10:00pm. RSVP by Wednesday, November 18th to ensure that your DSP will be here for that night.

Swapping Cards

2009-11-01T09:32:00.001-08:00

On Thursday night, October 29th, I attended my upline's, West Coast Creators, meeting and it was awesome. I learned all about the My Digital Studio and talked about the business. It's always good fun to chat with this group because everyone has so many ideas and the best part is the Swapping of Cards. Everyone has a different style of making cards and I'm always at awe at everyone else's creations.

This is the card that I came up with. I used the ghosting technique. I'm in love with that technique. I'll have to figure out who's birthday is coming up next so I can make another one with this style.

Baptism card

2009-11-01T09:27:00.000-08:00

When I went to Toronto in September I had to make sure I made a Baptism card as well as the other cards that I had to make.

Yet again...this was a last minute card.

Anyone have any tips on becoming organized?

September - Baby Cards/Baby Shower

2009-11-01T09:17:00.001-08:00

In September, I hosted a baby shower for a dear friend of mine who is/was due in October.

I don't know why I do it to myself but I absolutely wait until the last minute to make a card and this is what I came up with. I really do need to make my cards in advance. If only I could be as organized as my other SU! friends.

I made the banner the morning of the party. Thank goodness the party didn't start until 1 o'clock.

Happy Birthday Card

2009-10-13T12:43:00.000-07:00

In mid-September, I left to go to Toronto for my niece's wedding. It was a joyous occasion and I felt old because she had chosen myself and my husband, Brian, to be the godparents. Still, it was beautiful and well-organized. A snippet of the video can be seen here. The videographers that she had hired were absolutely amazing. This video was taken and edited the day of the wedding and shown during the reception. They are top notch.

Before I left I had to create a few cards. One of them was the wedding card that I had posted previously and this one of the other cards. I made this card for Brian's son who turned 11 on August 6th. He's definitely one of our superstars.

Scrappin' and Gabbin' Night - Friday, October 2, 2009

2009-10-06T09:15:00.000-07:00

Ahhhh....it's been a long time since I've seen my friend Jessica and it was so good to see her that night.

I was so proud of myself, I actually got 2 pages done and this is the result. When I took the picture I just realized that I put '09 instead of '08. I'll have to change that tonight.

Jessica completed 2 cards and 2 pages as well. We're more productive when we're together because we bounce ideas off of each other.

This is what you can get done when you join us for Scrappin' and Gabbin'. In addition, you have full use of all of my Stampin' Up! products.

Next Scrappin' and Gabbin' night is Friday, October 30th starting at 7:30.

Feel free to contact me if you want to join in on the fun.

Clearance Rack

2009-09-29T09:28:00.000-07:00

Stampin' Up! has launched a new Clearance Rack section of their on-line shopping store. All items are retired or discontinued and most clearance rack products are marked at substantially reduced prices. This is not a short term promotion but rather a regular Stampin' Up! feature. Items will change continuously and sell out quickly so it's always a hot spot to stop when you are ordering on-line. Love it!

CLICK HERE and click on the PRODUCTS and then the SHOP NOW button (top).
Look for CLEARANCE RACK on the left side bar of the on-line store.

Wedding card

2009-09-10T13:11:00.001-07:00

I'm frantically making all of the cards that I have to use when I go back to Toronto and I finally got around to creating the wedding card for my niece. I can't believe how old I am since I'm saying that my niece is getting married next week. Next thing you know, she'll be telling me that she's pregnant.

Notepads

2009-09-02T10:07:00.000-07:00

I'm at it again....trying to use up all of my non-Stampin' Up! products. I made a bunch of notepads for a party. I will be putting a magnet at the back so people can put it on their fridge to write notes or for grocery lists.

The top portion is perforated as well for easy tearing. It's hidden by the patterned paper.

Flip Album

2009-08-31T12:43:00.000-07:00

These days I'm trying to use up all of my non-Stampin' Up! products because I'm trying to save all of my cardstock and DSP for classes.

I've been meaning to create a flip album for my friend and the time came when I had to do it in 2 days because she came over for a visit.

Here's the album. I did use SU! ink and stamp pad. I freehanded the words Life, Love and Laughter.

Baby Girl

2009-08-25T11:24:00.000-07:00

I needed to make a card for friends of ours who will be having a girl in December and this is what I came up with. Unfortunately it's not all SU! products but the edging and sentiment are. I love that ribbon. I need to find more excuses to use it.

Another Thank You card

2009-08-18T12:38:00.001-07:00

Connor's last day at his previous daycare was on July 3rd and I wanted to make a card and bring over some treats for them because they have been absolutely amazing with Connor. I can tell how much they really adore him. Let's face it, my son is a flirt.

Three Technique Opportunity Nights

2009-08-18T07:40:00.000-07:00

October 8th from 7:30 to 9:30pm
November 5th from 7:30 to 9:30pm
December 3rd from 7:30 to 9:30pm

At each of my three technique opportunity nights, you will learn a new technique and/or trick that we will put to use while making 2 or 3 cards.

As an added bonus if you sign up for all three technique opportunity nights, before September 31st, 2009 you will receive a FREE Stampin’ Up! 2009-2010 Catalogue (An $11.95 value)

Each month you must purchase at least $25.00 in Stampin' Up! orders

If you are interested in joining don’t hesitate these three Technique Opportunity Nights are limited to 8 people so RSVP early to avoid disappointment.

For all of my classes and clubs, please bring your own adhesives (SNAIL Adhesives, Stampin' Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Sticky Strips and Tombow) and 12" paper trimmer and sharp scissors!

Final Deal of the Week

2009-07-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

This is the last deal of the week. This Heart to Heart Punch (Item #113694) is on sale this week for only $15.99. Regular price is $22.95. That's a whopping 30% discount.

To take advantage of this offer please contact me directly or visit my Stampin' Up! website and click Shop Now!

Deal of the Week #4

2009-07-20T10:38:00.000-07:00

From July 20-27th, 2009 (at 8:50am) you can purchase Stampin' Up's! Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware (Item Number: 112454 - Page 178) for $26.99 regularly $41.95.

To take advantage of this offer please contact me directly or visit my Stampin' Up! website and click Shop Now!

Deal of the Week #3

2009-07-13T10:32:00.001-07:00

This week's Deal of the Week is the Square Fire Rhinestone brads.

From July 13-20th, 2009 (at 8:50am) you can purchase Stampin' Up's! Square Fire Rhinestone Brads (Item Number: 109112 - Page 179) for $10.99 regularly $15.95.

5-10-25

2009-07-12T20:36:00.001-07:00

5-10-25 --- Christmas in August

Create 5 cards in 10 minutes (but you actually make 5 cards each using 5 patterns so that's a total of 25 cards) for $25 dollars worth of Stampin' Up! products.

The following pictures are the cards you will be creating. Imagine creating 25 cards in one night. This will give you a head start with the Christmas Cards. I don't know about you but I always have every intention of starting to make my cards in October and it never happens. I can usually be caught in the beginning of December scrambling to figure out a design and making at least 50 cards or more.

Date: Thursday, August 13th
Time: 7:30 - 10:30
Place: My place

RSVP by July 31st to ensure that I have enough materials for everyone....and ofcourse there will be a door prize ;-)

If you let me know that products you would like (worth $25) by July 31st, I can have it for you when you come to class on August 13th.

This Week's Deal of the Week

2009-07-06T13:55:00.000-07:00

This week's deal of the week is the Big Shot Doctor's Bag.

Carry your Big Shot machine, cutting pads, and dies in stunning style. This black-and-white checked doctor’s bag makes storing and transporting your Big Shot machine easy and convenient. It has handles for carrying and a shoulder strap for when your hands are full of other crafting supplies.

For this week only, the Doctor's Bag is being offered for at a special price of $77.99 instead of the regular price of $103.95.

Deals of the Week

2009-07-01T21:43:00.000-07:00

Every week during the month of July, Stampin' Up! will offer one discounted product as a "Deal of the Week." With no limits and no minimum purchase required!

From July 1-6th, 2009 (at 8:50am) you can purchase Stampin' Up's! Scallop Edge Punch (Item Number: 112091) for $15.99 regularly $22.95

To take advantage of this offer please contact me directly or visit my Stampin' Up! website and click Shop Now!

As an added bonus, if you purchase the Deal of the Week this week, along with other new catty merchandise for a total of $50+, I will give you free shipping on your order! Make sure to email me with your order as my online ordering is unable to handle my own personal discounts.

New Catty Open House - Sunday, July 12th

2009-07-01T21:27:00.000-07:00

It's time, it's time for my 2009/2010 Stampin' Up! Catalogue Release Open House gathering!

Where: My Place (I will give you the address when you RSVP)
When: Sunday, July 12th, 2009 from 2:00am to 4:00pm
RSVP: By Friday, July 12th, 2009 to meilani.z.smith@hotmail.com (to ensure that you receive a make 'n take kit)

Come and check out all of the new and exciting things the 2009-2010 Stampin' Up! Catalogue has to offer, watch demonstrations using new Stampin' Up! products, enjoy a snack or two, have the opportunity to win a fabulous door prize, view upcoming class samples, and make your very own 'make-n-take'.

Want to double or your chances of winning the fabulous door prize?

1) Join my Technique Club/Scrappin' and Gabbin' Night or register for one of my upcoming classes and receive an extra 5 door prize tickets
2) Book a workshop during August and receive "Double" Your Hostess Benefit Dollars" and receive 5 extra door prize tickets.
3) Bring a friend who is new to me, and you each receive an extra ticket for the door prize.
4) Place an order from the NEW 2009-2010 Stampin' Up! Catalogue and for every $25.00 you spend receive another door prize ticket.

Remember all orders placed on July 12th of $40.00 or more will receive a FREE CATALOGUE!!!!!!!!!!

And all orders placed on July 12th of $50.00 or more will receive a FREE CATALOGUE and FREE SHIPPING!!!!!!!!!!

Scallop Bag

2009-06-20T22:27:00.000-07:00

I made this favour bag quite awhile ago but I just didn't know how I would close it....and a thought came to me last night so here is the final product.

I made a mistake gluing but it worked to my favour. I used the backside of the DSP for the sides of the bag with scallops.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Set: Pocket Silhouettes, Short and Sweet
Designer Series Paper: Patterns Designer Series Paper Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink Pad: Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink
Other: Very Vanilla 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, Bag with Scallops Bigz XL Die

3rd and Final Card

2009-06-18T08:24:00.000-07:00

YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm finally done with the Thank You cards for my friend. This past week has been crazy with trying to organize all of the products from the new Catalogue and my "real" job...but I conquered!!!

I cased this card from my upline Ange. I just love this stamp set, I had to get it for myself.

Next project...playing with my new toys to make a card for the Make 'N Take during my Open House. Yup, you heard it. I will be having an Open House next month to show off the new catty and some of the products. Stay tuned.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Set: Fifth Avenue Floral, Short and Sweet
Card Stock: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue (textured), Whisper White
Ink Pad: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue, Mellow Moss
Other: Taffeta Mellow Moss ribbon

2nd Thank You Card

2009-06-16T12:49:00.000-07:00

I've been dying to use the new stamp set from the 2009/2010 Idea Catalogue so I figured I can use the Circle Circus stamp set for my friend's Thank You card. This is what I came up with. Can you tell I love Versamark? I LOVE, LOVE Versamarking. It's the most easiest but effective and subtle technique.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Set: Circle Circus, Short and Sweet
Card Stock: Brilliant Blue, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White
Ink Pad: Brilliant Blue, Versamark
Other: Large Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, 5/8" Whisper White Satin Ribbon

Huge Scrapbooking Sale

2009-06-13T23:37:00.000-07:00

Are you a novice scrapbooker and you don't want to spend too much money? Are you the type that wants a really good deal on items to make that special card? Well, my friend and I have the perfect solution for you.

Come by on July 18th between 10am and 2pm
20653 Thorne Avenue, Maple Ridge (E-mail me for directions!)

Product Brands:
Quickutz
Stampin’ Up!
Provo Craft
Zutter
Making Memories
Fiskars
Xyron
Jolee
K&Company
And so many MORE!

Product Type:
Die Cutting Machines
Adhesives
Hand Punches
Dry Embossing Plates
Paper Cutters
Ink Pads
Cardstock
Patterned Paper
Embellishments
Ribbon
Rub-On’s
Chip Board
Stickers
Glitter
Rubber Stamps
Acrylic Stamps
Storage Solutions
Idea books
And so much MORE!

Everything will be priced to sell!!!!

Thank You

2009-06-10T08:30:00.000-07:00

A friend of mine had asked me to make some Thank You cards for her and this one of the three that I had made - cased from Angela, my upline, but tweaked a little bit. I hope she likes it and hopefully she's not reading this right now. I was too excited, I had to post it.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Set: Sanded, Eastern Blooms (my fave stamp set - can you tell), Say It With Scallops
Card Stock: Glossy White, Really Rust, Pumpkin Pie
Ink Pad: Apricot Appeal, Really Rust
Other: Scallop Square Punch

Scrap and Gab

2009-06-06T21:04:00.001-07:00

Check off any of the items if it pertains to you...

1. I started a scrapbook album but I haven't finished it.
2. I just don't have the time to do it...family life gets in the way.
3. I don't have enough tools to create original pages.
4. I need to ask someone if this page looks good.
5. I need time away from home to get my creative juices going.

If you have checked off at least 2 out of 5 of these items then I have the perfect solution for you.

SCRAP 'N GAB nights!!!!!!!

Once a month, I'm offering a night of Scrappin' and Gabbin' to your hearts content all for a measly $5. You get some time away from your family to do your pages and you get to gab with like minded scrappers. Best of all, you can get ideas from each other.

So....for $5 you get to Scrap with us, Gab with us and best of all you get to use all of my tools.

Feel free to contact me if you would like to join in on the fun.

Revisions to the "Last Chance" List

2009-06-02T21:13:00.000-07:00

There have been a few slight changes to the Last Chance stamp and accessories lists.

The following stamp sets have been removed from the Last Chance Retiring Stamp List and will be available for purchase from the dormant list during the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog sales period.

114494 Forever
114492 Beautiful Baby
114486 Birthday Wish
114490 Glad Friends
114498 Flowers in Silhouette
114496 Celebrations
114488 Fun Flowers
114032 Acurelas Maravillosas

Also, the following items were added to the Last Chance Accessories List and are available for purchase while supplies last.

116209 Note of Thanks

116210 Birthdays Count

"Last Chance" Updated List

2009-06-02T18:42:00.001-07:00

Here's a list of the "Last Chance" accessories. This list will be updated daily for your reference.

Keep in mind that last-chance accessories are available while supplies last.

Item #	Product Description	CAN	Discount	Sale Price	Availability
112735	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN BLOSSOMS	12.95	0.5	6.48	Available
105143	DAYS TO REMEMBER 6X6 FR	11.75	0.5	5.88	Available
113888	RUB ONS MANY OCCASIONS	12.95	0.5	6.48	Available
109044	PUNCH SNOW BLOSSOM	13.75	0.5	6.88	Available
111364	RIBBON POLY TWILL SO SAFFRON 7/8"	11.25	0.5	5.63	Available
106961	STAZON REFILL WHITE	6.25	0.5	3.13	Available
114341	COURDUROY BUTTONS PACIFIC POINT	12.75	0.5	6.38	Available
114316	RIBBON ORIGINALS PIG TAILS	18.95	0.5	9.48	Available
111414	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN	12.95	0.5	6.48	Available
114351	DESIGNER HARDWARE HOORAY	6.25	0.5	3.13	Available
114338	COURDUROY BUTTONS KIWI KISS	12.75	0.5	6.38	Available
114019	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLEURETTES	13.95	0.5	6.98	Available
114317	RIBBON ORIGINALS DRESS UP	17.5	0.5	8.75	Available
102875	HEMP TWINE RED	3.95	0.5	1.98	Available
101259	HEMP TWINE BLACK	3.95	0.5	1.98	Available
113979	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS CANVAS CUTS	11.25	0.5	5.63	Available
114350	DESIGNER HARDWARE SOHO	6.25	0.5	3.13	Available
111363	RIBBON GROSGRAIN PINK PIROUETTE 1 1/4"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111365	RIBBON TAFFETA RIDING HOOD RED	8.95	0.25	6.71	Available
111847	RIBBON DOUBLE STITICHED BAJA BREEZE 1"	11.25	0.25	8.44	Available
111371	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED TANGERINE TANGO 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.19	Available
111373	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PINK PIROUETTE 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.19	Available
111372	RIBBON GROSGRIAN STRIPED KIWI KISS 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.19	Available
113884	RUB ONS FASHION DISTRICT	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
114318	RIBBON ORIGINALS VALET	17.5	0.25	13.13	Available
111374	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED RIDING HOOD RED 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.18	Available
111370	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PACIFIC POINT 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.18	Available
111415	RUB ONS GREATEST MOMENTS	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
113887	RUB ONS BRIGHT DELIGHTS	13.95	0.25	10.46	Available
111416	RUB ONS CHATEAU BELLA	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
111338	NOTES TEXTURED LOVE ASSORTMENT II	15.5	0.25	11.63	Available
111879	RIBBON SATIN KIWI KISS VERY VANILLA	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111277	RUB ONS A PERFECT DAY	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
110730	DIE CUTS POCKETS & PIECES	10.75	0.25	8.06	Available
107272	PUNCH KEY TAG	19.95	0.25	14.96	Available
113980	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER CANDY LANE	11.75	0.25	8.81	Available
111375	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED BAJA BREEZE 5/8"	12.25	0.25	9.19	Available
112010	DIE CUTS BLOOMS AGAIN	10.75	0.25	8.06	Available
113991	TASTE OF TEXTILES	11.75	0.25	8.81	Available
101399	STIPPLE BRUSHES	8.25	0.25	6.19	Available
112092	BUTTON BOUQUET	9.5	0.25	7.13	Out of stock
112139	NOTES CAROUSEL II	13.95	0.25	10.46	Available
111336	NOTES SCALLOP II	13.95	0.25	10.46	Available
111840	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PACIFIC POINT	3.5			Available
111841	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL TANGEIRNE TANGO	3.5			Available
111843	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PINK PIROUETTE	3.5			Available
111839	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL RIDING HOOD RED	3.5			Available
111842	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL KIWI KISS	3.5			Available
112161	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS KIWI KISS	11.75			Available
112042	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN GARDEN	11.75			Available
112156	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PINK PIROUETTE	11.75			Available
112150	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PACIFIC POINT	11.75			Available
112153	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS TANGERINE TANGO	11.75			Available
111844	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL BAJA BREEZE	3.5			Available
111836	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD RIDINGHOOD RED	6.95			Available
111838	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PINK PIROUETTE	6.95			Available
113966	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE	11.75			Available
109123	STAMPIN WRITE JOURNALER BASIC BROWN	3.95			Available
113981	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA BIRDS	11.75			Available
112157	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS BAJA BREEZE	11.75			Out of stock
113975	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RASPBERRY TART	11.75			Available
114037	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY SWEET SLUMBER	13.95			Available
113978	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN OASIS	11.75			Available
112041	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA ROSE	11.75			Available
112468	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SWEET ALWAYS	11.75			Available
111834	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD TANGERINE TANGO	6.95			Available
114039	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY ROCKABILLY	13.95			Available
108590	CARD STOCK NATURALS ASST 12X12	10.75			Available
111337	NOTES GIFT ASSORTMENT II	11.75			Available
112471	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RAINBOW SHERBET	11.75			Out of stock
112464	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MANCHESTER	11.75			Available
112006	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLOWER FUSION II	17.95			Available
111837	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PACIFIC POINT	6.95			Available
112461	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WASHINGTON APPLE	11.75			Out of stock
113993	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY PARISIAN BREEZE	13.95			Available
112155	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS RIDING HOOD RED	11.75			Available
111353	CARD STOCK KIWI KISS 8-1/2 X 11	6.5			Available
111348	CARD STOCK RIDING HOOD RED 8-1/2 X 11	6.5			Available
112172	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE BOY	23.95			Out of stock
100900	GIFT SACKS WHITE	3.5			Available
114605	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT MORE THOUGHTS	50.95			Out of stock
102264	COLUZZLE STARTER KIT	23.95			Available
111346	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 12 X 12	10.75			Available
111835	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD KIWI KISS	6.95			Available
111350	CARD STOCK PACIFIC POINT 8-1/2 X 11	6.5			Available
105668	TATTOO KIT I	16.5			Out of stock
111349	CARD STOCK TANGERINE TANGO 8-1/2 X 11	6.5			Available
109231	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT SENDING HAPPY THOUGHTS	64.95			Available
111351	CARD STOCK PINK PIROUETTE 8-1/2 X 11	6.5			Available
112165	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE GIRL	23.95			Out of stock
113950	DIE CUTS BUILD-A-FAIRYTALE	10.75			Available
111345	CARD STOCK TEXTURED IN COLOR 12 X 12	13.95			Available
105669	TATTOO KIT II	16.5			Out of stock
111833	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD BAJA BREEZE	6.95			Available
113936	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN HOPPY MEMORIES	23.95			Out of stock
111347	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 8-1/2 X 11	9.5			Available
107288	ENVELOPE WHISPER WHITE EXTRA LARGE	6.5			Available
104310	CRAFTERS TOOL KIT	49.95			Available
111352	CARD STOCK BAJA BREEZE 8-12 X 11	6.5			Available
113943	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN 2 SWEET	23.95			Available
113925	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SWEET NOTHINGS	23.95			Available
112179	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN LOVE STORIES	23.95			Available
113911	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUNSHINE GARDEN	23.95			Out of stock
112054	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN BEST EVER	23.95			Out of stock
111253	Blooms & Bulbs	7.75			Available
109684	Doodle	9.95			Available
111257	Happy, Happy Birthday	9.95			Available
109692	Love	7.75			Available
109568	My ABCs	7.75			Available
109682	Perfectly Pretty	7.75			Available
109687	See You Around	9.95			Available
109683	So Swirly	9.95			Available
111260	Something Fishy	9.95			Available
111262	Stems & Silhouettes	9.95			Available
105516	Watercolor Joy	7.75			Available
114528	Embosslit Flower	13.95			Available
116209	Note of Thanks	11.95			Available
116210	Birthdays Counts	11.95			Available
112966	Curly Label Bundle*	39.95			Available
115535	Hand Drawn Bundle				Available

Country Living Summer Cookout Kit

2009-06-01T21:31:00.000-07:00

This summer, Stampin' Up! has partnered with Country Living magazine to create a unique craft kit, which they will feature in their July 2009 issue.

This kit will help you create special memories with a fun and convenient, coordinated summer barbeque! You will be an instant star of the party.

The exclusive Country Living Summer Cookout Kit includes the following products:

8 die-cut table tents (2 each of 4 colours)
Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create 8 shish kabob invitations
12 die-cut coasters (3 each of 4 colours)
16 die-cut tags (4 each of 4 colours)
24 12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of 2 colours)
4 printed recipe cards
5 yards linen thread
Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
Dig In stamp set (item number 116700)

Selling Dates: June 15 - August 31, 2009 or while supplies last

Price: $32.95 (Item Number: 118070)

For more information or to order your exclusive kit today, please feel free to contact me at meilani.z.smith@hotmail.com

Last Chance List

2009-05-31T20:56:00.001-07:00

Good morning folks....at last, here's the Last Chance List.

If anyone is interested in purchasing the following items please don't hesitate to contact me or order online (24/7) because the system will tell you immediately if they are still available.

Have fun shopping!!!

"Last Chance" List Contest

2009-05-29T20:37:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year. On June 1st, Stampin' Up! will be releasing their "Last Chance" list, formerly known as the "Retiring List". As a demonstrator, I get the privilege of knowing the list of stamp sets that will no longer be available for sale as of July 1st. This will include the In Colours as well.

So....this brings me to my CONTEST!!!

Please e-mail me at meilani.z.smith@hotmail.com with your top 10 guesses of stamp sets from the current Spring/Summer 2009 catalogue that will retire (not including hostess sets) and receive the Darling Dots Level 1 hostess set plus free shipping with your next order with me.

The entrant with the highest number of correct guesses is the winner -- if there is a tie, then I will draw a name from those participants who have guessed the most.

Be sure to check back on Monday, June 1st to see the Last Chance List and the winner of the contest.

On a side note, if you have a favourite "In Colour" make sure to order your items now before they run out. Contact me for ordering details.

Summer 2009 Promotion for Hostesses

2009-05-29T07:58:00.000-07:00

Dates: June 1-30, 2009

Promotion Details for Hostesses:

The Summer Fun Hostess Bonus Promotion has two parts:

Stampin' Up! has announced a promotion for hostesses for the month of June

Hostesses who hold a $330-$524.99 workshop will receive an additional $25 in hostess free merchandise dollars.
Hostesses who hold a $525 or more workshop will receive an additional $50 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Contact me for further details.

Second Anniversary card

2009-05-28T20:23:00.000-07:00

I was finally able to finish off the second anniversary card...in between taking care of my sick boy. I had to create the flower 5 times because I wasn't happy with the placing of the Crystal Effects and I still ended up choosing the first one that I had done.

Key Ingredients:
Stamp Set: Congrats
Card Stock: Whisper White, Real Red, Pixie Pink
DSP: Sweet Always
Ink Pad: Real Red, Pink Passion
Other: Simple Flower Sizzix Embosslits, Stampin' Dimensionals

Non SU-Products: Versa Color - White

Crafting Again

2009-05-26T21:03:00.000-07:00

Ahhhh, the in-laws have left and the hubby has gone to work in the Territories!!!!! I now have time to play. Hopefully, the little critter is feeling better tomorrow so I can drop him off at his daycare.

This is the anniversary card I had created today for my in-laws. Don't know if I will be giving it to my sister-in-law or my mother-in-law. Their anniversaries are one day apart. I'll be making the second one tonight...hopefully.

Ingredients:
Card Stock: Yoyo Yellow, Only Orange, Whisper White
Designer Series Paper (DSP): Sweet Always
Die Cut: Birds and Blooms
Ink Pad: Only Orange
Marker: Really Rust
Stamp Set: Congrats
Other: Stampin Dimensionals, brad from Making Memories

Card for Swapping

2009-05-19T10:20:00.001-07:00

On Monday, I attended my first Sea to Sky Stampers meeting. For those of us who wanted to swap cards we just had to make sure we made enough cards for everyone. Because I didn't have time to create a new card, due to a week and a half long visit from the in-laws (from Ontario-they will be leaving this Saturday), I decided to improve on the Mother's Day card that I had made for my friend. Here is the result.

I 'edge dabbed' the card and the Bigz Top Note die cut. I also put Crystal Effects on the flowers.

At the back, instead of the gift card, I inserted my business card. At the back of the business card is a list of the products used to make the card.

Cardstock: Pixie Pink, Whisper White
Classic Ink Pads: Pixie Pink, Pink Passion
Stamp Set: Eastern Blooms
Other: Bigz Top Note die cut, Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon, Crystal Effects

I did learn a lesson from the swapping....I must do more layers. All of my cards that I have done in the past years have always been simple and less than 3 layers. I'll have to get myself out of that mindset and into this new one.

Another Flip Album

2009-05-14T19:55:00.000-07:00

After my Scrapbooking Retreat in April, I started another Flip Album but this time for my mother-in-law. This was her Mother's Day gift.

Cover

First page

Second page

Third page

Fourth page

Fifth and last page

Flip Album

2009-05-09T22:10:00.000-07:00

During the April 18th weekend, my friend and I went to a scrapbooking weekend retreat. I started on Brian's flip album and now I'm finally done....well sort of. I just have to write down the dates of the photos. This will be his Father's Day gift.

Need more embellishments?

Mother's Day Card

2009-05-09T14:06:00.000-07:00

I made this mother's day card for a friend of mine. She's absolutely amazing and she's so good with Connor.

I didn't use the SU cardstock because I'm saving them so I used the cardstock that I already had in my stash.

I used the Top Note large die, folded it in half and wrapped it around the front of the card. The stamp is from the Eastern Blooms set.

Note to self: Do not use textured paper when stamping.

Inside, I glued the top and bottom of the Top Note so I can insert a gift card. Hopefully she doesn't read this blog before our playdate today.

All done.....sort of

2009-05-07T15:27:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm finally done organizing my room....as much as I can. I'm pretty sure it will change again. The rack with the punches were inspired by Angela or maybe I should say her husband. You can check out her blog here.

I always try to keep the door closed but once Connor knows that I went in there, he run/crawls to the room. I have a computer table from IKEA underneath the main table so that wheels out to make another crafting area.

Notice how the bottom shelves are still not filled up....and all of you know why. The bookshelves were already there so instead of reinventing the wheel I made do with what I had. It worked out really well. I made a lot of trips to IKEA and I think I have to make one more trip.

My First Order....for myself ;-)

2009-05-06T19:43:00.000-07:00

My first order came in today. Than goodness I was home to receive them. I was so excited but I couldn't do anything until Connor went down for his nap. It was TORTURE!!!

Guess who was able to play with the box even before me.

Ahhhhh.....finally opened and unpacked but now to unwrap and put them away in my shelves.

Another video

2009-05-04T15:02:00.000-07:00

Another one of Arvin's creations starring none other than my cutie patootie.

Wedding Video

2009-05-04T06:48:00.000-07:00

My nephew back in Toronto is just starting up his video editing company. I really don't have to say much because the video just says it all. He's absolutely amazing. Check it out. I have to add that not only does he edit the videos but he's the one who films it as well.

For all of my Toronto contacts, feel free to e-mail me for his contact details.

The Little Monkey

2009-05-01T15:59:00.000-07:00

As you all know, my husband and I traded rooms or I should say my husband has given up his office for me and he has taken up room in our bedroom closet (my old scrapbooking space).

I still have to organize everything but there is one huge obstacle...and it comes in the form of a little monkey named Connor...my 9 month old son. I'm trying to figure out what should be kept in the bottom shelves that are not so valuable...so that he doesn't destroy it.

Feel free to check out Connor's blog.

Become a Demonstrator for a Whopping $99

2009-05-01T10:40:00.000-07:00

Last but not the least, the 3rd offer for the month of May. Stampin' Up! is offering those of you who are thinking about joining as a demonstrator for only $99!

This is not the standard Starter Kit, but instead one designed specifically with Scrapbookers in mind! It includes all of the Business Supplies listed in the regular Starter Kit, but has a smaller number of products included. This is great if you are a scrapbooker and particularly fabulous if you've been looking at the Starter Kit but having a hard time with the cost! I would love to have you join my team! Contact me if you have ANY questions regarding this offer.

Jumble Alphabet Set

2009-05-01T10:30:00.001-07:00

Also, for the month of May purchase a sneak peek stamp set from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue--Jumble Alphabet (set of 52; double-mounted)--at a 20 percent discount in celebration of Stampin' Up's 20th anniversary.

It will be $57.95 in the new catalogue, but you can get it now for $46.36! After May 31st, you'll have to wait until the new catalogue coming out in July to get a hold of this stamp set and this price will not be repeated!

Happy National Scrapbooking Month

2009-05-01T10:11:00.000-07:00

In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month Stampin' Up! has a fabulous offer for the month of May.

Buy three packs of Designer Series paper (including our Specialty Designer Series paper) or 12" x 12" textured card stock, and get a fourth one FREE!

New Customers - Free Shipping

2009-04-30T20:04:00.000-07:00

To celebrate being a "virgin demonstrator", I am offering to all of my new clients free shipping on your first purchase (through me of course) of any amount, made on or before midnight, Sunday, May 10th, 2009 (Mother's Day).

Remember this offer is only being advertised on my blog so make sure to tell all of your family and friends!

Scrapbooking Room - "Before"

2009-04-28T08:29:00.001-07:00

We've finally moved back into our apartment, after all of the repairs. My husband has graciously given up the den so I can have my own scrapbooking room instead of scrapbooking closet. These are the "before" pictures. I'm still in the middle of organizing everything and trying to figure out what I need to store various items.

Those boxes still have to be unpacked....arghhh!!!

Half of the things in the shelves are mine and half of it are my husband's...but no worries his stuff has now been removed. Now, I just have to get my act together and organize.

Christmas Cards

2009-04-28T07:21:00.000-07:00

This is a set of 5 "women" cards that I had given out as Christmas gifts to various family members and friends.

Thank You Note Cards

2009-04-17T11:51:00.000-07:00

I made these Thank You note cards to be given out to people who had attended and given us gifts for Connor's baptism but I never got around to writing in them and finishing the envelopes because we were not living at home where all of my scrapbooking supplies were.

I felt like my arms had been cut off without all of my supplies around me.