Ink Days

Masculine Card Class

2012-02-16T16:11:00.000-08:00

I still have 4 spots left for Monday Feb. 20th, 7-9 pm class.

We are making 5 cards with envelopes that the Men in your lives are sure to love!

Cost is $25.00 Please bring your basic supplies.

Call or email me today to reserve your spot!

604-466-0242 or stampwithkristy@shaw.ca

February's Club & Masculine Card Class

2012-02-10T09:31:00.000-08:00

Here are the cards we made this month.

I just had to get the Sale-a-bration DSP and Fresh Vintage Stamp set, so why not use it, right?!

Don't know if you can see the detail on the card, but we used the Adorning Accents Edgelits dies and embossing folder. And love those Large Pearls from the Occasions Mini.

This was a fun card and simple too! It's called a Half Cut Card.

We used the Labels Framelits die as well as the Adorning Accents Edgelits too!

Never really liked the color Poppy Parade till NOW!

The colors look so nice together!

Here are 2 of the cards we are making in the Masculine card class coming Sunday Feb. 19th

1-3pm (7 spots left) and Monday Feb. 20th 7-9pm. (4 spots left)

We are making a total of 5 cards for the men in our lives!

all for $25.00.

Please bring your basic supplies!

I also have a Kids only Card class (for kids 6 and up) on Saturday Feb. 25th, 1-2pm.

We are making 2 cards and a treat holder all for $15.00. (4 spots left)

Please bring your adhesive, and scissors.

Call or Email me to reserve your spot!

January's Thank you And Vanessa's Birthday!

2012-01-31T11:08:00.000-08:00

Here is my 3x3 Thank you card for January's Orders! Really like the Framelits dies! And can you see the Edgelits embossed hearts?!

Vanessa Celebrated her 3rd Birthday in January!

She wanted to make her birthday cake this year!

They did a great job!

The card I made for her.

Here is the card my Mom made for her. Dora is hand drawn and painted on watercolor paper.

(Vanessa loves Dora!)

Hope you had a wonderful January!

Kristy

Cupcake Gift Set Class

2012-01-24T19:32:00.000-08:00

I have 3 spots left for Sundays Cupcake Gift Set Class. This Sunday Jan. 29th, 1-3 pm at my house.

We are making these 3 cards:

All to go inside the gift box we are making!

The "Sweet" tag is embossed with Vanilla emboss powder! (smells good enough to eat!)

Oh! and I can't forget the chocolate that gets wrapped up too!

The envelopes fit nicely in the box as well.

If you are interested in making this cute set, call or email me today!

January's Stampin' Club

2012-01-13T14:34:00.000-08:00

Here are the projects we made this month.

This is a CASE from the new Occasions Mini catalogue. I added the Vanilla Emboss powder and the Dazzling details Cherry Cobbler (also from the mini). The Ribbon and Brad used are part of a free kit with Sale-a-bration purchases starting January 24th!

Here is the treat box we made using the Kraft boxes in the Occasions Mini. This is a great deal 4 boxes for $3.50 (124106). And they are food safe! Love this Sweet Shop Designer paper from the mini also!

You can view the Occasions mini online, or contact me today to get a hard copy.

Happy Stampin'!

Kristy

Up coming Class!

2012-01-05T12:06:00.000-08:00

Please click on the picture to make it larger!

I loved Mary Fish's creation and just knew I had to make one for myself!

Hope you will join me so you can make one of your own!

Kristy

Hand Made Christmas Cards!!

2011-12-27T20:29:00.000-08:00

Look at some of the Beautiful Christmas Cards I received over the Holiday

The first is made by Ann:

By Sharon:

A Digital Card From Alison:

Made by my Mom (Victoria):

By Shireen:

Made By Dana:

By Shirley:

By Gail:

Made by Sue:

Made By Carol:

Thank you for all of your Beautiful Cards! I love them!!!

December's Stampin' Club

2011-12-16T15:08:00.000-08:00

This month I continued to use up my supply of Letters to Santa Designer Paper!

I found this cool tree, online somewhere. It is made by cutting a circle in half and folding that half to make the tree. Don't know if you can tell from the picture but we dyed the silver glimmer paper pink! By using Pink Pirouette reinker and a sponge! Let it dry and you've got pink glimmer paper!

We also made this double "Z" fold card too!

Can you see the iridescent ice emboss powder ornaments?

And a gift holder instructions by Natasha Hein. Click on her name to see the instructions.

Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas!!

Update!

2011-11-14T09:49:00.000-08:00

Here is an update for the month of November!

I have been so busy trying to get all of my Craft Fair Items made for Our Open House Nov. 26th.

I'm a little behind!

For November's club we made this Santa's Sleigh card. I CASED the sleigh from Sandra Hanedanian.

Look at the hobby horse, it's made using the stocking punch!

We also made this card using the Holiday Stocking die! Can you see my new favorite accessory?

The mini Jingle Bells!! Love them!

Here is my little "thank you for your order" 3x3 card that you will receive this month.

And forgot to post October's "thank you" card too!

This is one of the Stamp-a-stack cards we did! Thanks to Barb for the idea!

And another one of Barb's creations that I used at my Stamp-a-Stack.

I will be posting what I've been busy making for the Open House!

Hope to see you on Nov.26th!

Christmas Celebration!

2011-10-29T13:44:00.000-07:00

We are hosting our Annual Christmas Open House.

Please "Click" on the Invite to view it.

This year we welcome Erin to our team!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Stamp-a-stack Update

2011-10-20T09:17:00.000-07:00

Just to let you know that there are only 5 spots left in Sunday October 23rd Christmas Stamp-a-Stack class.

And 1 spot left for Monday October 24th Class!

If you have been thinking of coming, now is the time to let me know! We are almost full!

(see the next post for all the details!)

See you all soon!

Kristy

Christmas Stamp-a-Stack Class

2011-10-16T17:37:00.000-07:00

I'm offering 2 dates for my Christmas Stamp-a-Stack Class

Join me on Sunday October 23rd, 12:00-3:00 pm

Monday October 24th 6:30-9:30 pm

You will be making 12 cards with envelopes, 3 of each 4 designs.

I will have 4 stations set up for you to move around at your own pace.

You will have 3 hours to complete the cards (will only take 2 hours if you're pressed for time).

Cost is $30.00 (please pay at time of registration) Please bring your own adhesive.

Space is limited!

Email me to reserve your spot today!

October's Club

2011-10-08T19:25:00.000-07:00

Here are October's Club Projects.

The first is a copy right from Shelli Gardners Blog

I just love it! Made from the Petal Cone Die and Perfect Pennant Die. And Yes! That's Dazzling Diamonds all over!

My next card is a copy from my downline Barb Kark.

Love how his eyes are peeking out!

So easy to make too!

I had a lot of fun recreating these projects just in time for Halloween!

September's Stampin' Club Projects

2011-09-17T15:52:00.000-07:00

Well, we are back into our routine around here! Back to school, sports, and work!

Thank goodness for the Summer break. It makes you forget how busy you actually were!

I am SO thankful to have a great group of ladies again for my Stampin' Club.

Here is what we made this month.

This card is a Center Fold Step Card. I used all the great new products from the Holiday Mini.

If you haven't seen it you can view it online! This is the first time I made a lolly!

And the other card we made is a Z Fold Card.

I used the Spice Cake fabric that co-ordinates with the Spice Cake DSP.

The ribbon is a ripped strip of fabric. And the leaf is made from fabric attached to a piece of Sticky Sheet and ran thru the Big Shot.

I'm so excited to use some more of the great products from the Holiday Mini!

You should see the Christmas stuff!

Pennant Parade

2011-07-20T17:55:00.000-07:00

I'm loving this Pennant Parade stamp set and matching punch Petite Pennants Builder!

I also used the verse from the Create a Cupcake stamp set.

Colors are Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade and Whisper white.

I had a peek at the new Holiday Mini and all i can say is.... I can't wait till September!!!

Having a really hard time trying to choose something for my pre-order.

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2011-07-16T14:17:00.000-07:00

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Floral Lantern

2011-07-15T14:08:00.000-07:00

Wanted to share the lanterns I made for our Open House.

Cute and super easy to make!

You can see the glow of the battery operated tea lights too.

You find the stamp set (Fabulous Florets) and the new in colors in the new catalogue. Check out the link to it here!

Happy Stampin'!!!

Sneak Peek! and a Birthday!

2011-06-23T11:14:00.001-07:00

With the launch of the new catalogue date of July 1st, I can only show you samples of cards made with the new stamp sets.

So here is the first card I've made with one of my new sets called Pennant Parade and new punch called Petite Pennants Builder.

I made this card for Vincent's Baseball coach in the team colors. (the baseballs are from a retired set).

This is the card I made for Tasha's Birthday. (and later made a larger retirement card for my Co-worker Sue.) I CASED it from a talent SU! Demo named Robin Merriman. (See her card here).

Don't know if you can see it, but the flowers are embossed with Melon Mambo emboss powder on the Velum.

Looking forward to sharing more after our Open House this Sunday!

Kristy

June's Stampin' Club Projects

2011-06-10T16:39:00.000-07:00

This month we tried the Double Emboss technique.

Using the new Melon Mambo emboss powder and Flower Garden emboss folder.

The stamp set used is also from the Summer Mini called Fabulous Florets.

I knew I just had to have that Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch.

We used it to create this card.

I love the Summer Mini Catalogue!

(I went a little crazy with my order from it this time!)

And Very soon we will have lots of new stuff from the New Catalogue (July 1 st)!!!!

Hope you can make the Open House, so you can get yours too!!!

Open House!!!

2011-06-01T19:59:00.000-07:00

You can click on the picture to enlarge it! Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

More for Women's Night!

2011-05-22T10:44:00.000-07:00

Look what Barb's been up to! Almost ready for Women's Night!

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday night!

Women's Night

2011-05-05T18:29:00.000-07:00

The Women's Night is coming up May 27th (friday night) starting at 6:30, location:

Albion Elementary School
10031 240th Street
Maple Ridge

Barb and I hope you can join us! There will be many other types of Vendors also.

We plan on having a display of projects and up coming classes. And will also have hand made gifts on site for sale! Items for sale will include cards for Dad, Teachers, Thank you, Birthdays and more. Small gifts for sale include Nugget tins with chocolate, Garden ornaments, Hair accessories for the girls, and Stationary sets.

Looking forward to seeing you all!

Kristy

April's Catch up!

2011-04-25T10:21:00.001-07:00

Wow! What a bad Blogger!

Time to bring you up to speed!

Here is April's Club Projects...

The card we made has a fabric flower layer.

The Easter treat holder uses the Petal cone die.

This project was shown at the Stampin' Up! Vancouver Regional Convention.

Lots of Birthday's this month!

(I celebrated mine too!)

Here is the card I made for my husband.

Inside:

Here is my 3x3 "Thank you" cards this month.

The Card I made for Melaina's Birthday.

Close up of the flower.

Barb celebrated a Birthday as well.

Here is the card I made for her, with matching envelope.

Close up.

I was also busy this month with creating Easter gifts for Vincent's class.

So, before I gave them all Jelly Beans, I gave them floss on a stick!

April is Dental Health month!

I bought a box of floss on a stick for kids put them in a cello bag and created a topper.

I used the Top Note die for the topper and the Tooth Fairy stamp.

Here's the close up:

I received some Beautiful hand made cards for my Birthday! I will have to take some pictures to share them with you!

Happy Stampin'!!!

March 3x3 Thank You Card

2011-03-15T12:48:00.000-07:00

Here is my 3x3 Thank You card for March.

If you placed an order with me this month, this card will be in with your order! (or mailed to you if you placed an online order!)

This is a CASE from another Vancouver Regionals Make n Take.

(the original card is 3x6)

Speaking of Regionals, here are the swaps that I made.

I made a total 50 card fronts to swap, and got back so many nice samples! Next time your at my house be sure to bring your cameras.

Happy Stampin'!!!!

March Stampin Club & Shelli!!!!

2011-03-10T21:53:00.000-08:00

We went to the Regional Stampin Up Convention in Vancouver February 26th!

We had SO much fun! Wish we could do it more often!

I ended up with 50 cards swapped out! Beautiful cards made by so many talented demonstrators! Plus we got to do make n takes! 5 in total! but I only finished 2! ( I was having way too much fun!)

For my Stampin Club this month, I decided to do one of the cards that Alison Solven showed us how to do during the convention.

A pop out card!

Here's the front:

And the inside:

And the second card was CASED from one of the make n takes at the regional convention.

Close up of the punched out flowers.

And the best part of any Stampin' Up! Event.... Meeting Shelli Gardner!!!!!

Like I told my Club members I was star struck! She is the nicest, most down to earth woman, so inspiring, and talented. Do you think I could say anything!?

If I could do it again, which I hope to do again, I would let her know that I'm so Thankful to be a small part of such a wonderful company!

What a great day! I was left with so many new ideas swirling around in my head! SO excited to share them!

Kristy

Card Share

2011-02-27T10:50:00.000-08:00

This card share was sent to me by a talented young lady named Makenna.

(Makenna is only 9 years old!) She made this card for her cousin Hannah's 10th birthday.

(I think we have found a future Stampin' Up! Demonstrator!)

Thanks for sharing your beautiful card Makenna!

Getting caught up!

2011-02-20T09:49:00.001-08:00

We have been renovating our home, which seems like forever!

We have new kitchen (almost done) and we had the hardwood floors refinished!

So we had to move out of the top floor of the house, since the hardwood goes into the bedrooms too!. I promise when I'm all done painting the miles of base boards and trim, I'll post before and after pictures.

But for now I have to get caught up with what I've been up too!

I had a Mystery Hostess contest for this month! Lots of fun!

You had to place a $60 order (before shipping and tax) to get your free Sale-a-bration stamp set and then be entered to win $20 in free merchandise and a free level one hostess set!

Vincent picked the name out of the bowl:

Congratulations Gail!!!!!

Here are February's Stampin' Club projects:

I printed the "Sew Thankful" from My Digital Studio.

This next card is the Flip card that was shown in my monthly Stampin' Success magazine (every demonstrator receives). Original made by Lori Vonada. I made it my own by doing a sewing theme. Such a fun card to play with!

February's 3x3 Thank You card, included in every order bag.

We celebrated Vanessa's 2nd Birthday in January.

(can't believe our baby is 2!)

I made a few quick pages on My Digital Studio to email to family and friends. (I love that I can email them! Family loves it too!) If you click on the pictures it will enlarge.

You are now up to date with what I've been up to!

I am now working on my swaps for Saturday's Stampin' Up! Vancouver Regional seminar!

Should be 400 demonstrators in one room, making cards, watching demonstrations of "WOW" projects, and having a ton of fun! Just some of the perks of being a demonstrator!

I'm sure I'll have tons to share!

3x3 Thank you

2011-01-31T20:41:00.000-08:00

Inspired by other demonstrators, I have decided to add a little 3x3 Thank you card to all of my orders. For the month of January I CASED this card from the back of the New Occasions Mini Catalogue! All of the Stampin' Up! catalogues (including the mini's) are full of easy to recreate cards! I challenge you to CASE one today!

Barb and I had a stamping morning together, and here is the 3x3 card she made!

Can you spot the Top Note die cut in this card?

Love it! New ways to use those dies!

Will be posting February's 3x3 card soon! OR maybe I should keep it a surprise!?

January's Projects

2011-01-06T13:32:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

Hope you all had a nice holiday!

Here are the projects we made for January's Stampin' Club.

Love my new stamp set from the mini "Valentine Defined".

And another favorite Glimmer paper!!

Here is the album we made from the tins in the clearance rack. You can shop the clearance rack from my web site hit the "Shop Now" button!

And have to show off my Family!

Thanks for having a look!

Have a great day!

Christmas Open House

2010-12-04T20:19:00.000-08:00

It was so nice to see everyone at the Open House!

It gave us a chance to catch up and get into the holiday spirit!

A HUGE THANKS to Barb and Michael for opening and decorating their home.

Michael made all of the food and treats for us! Have a look!

One of the many displays.

The whole food table.

The Prizes.

We gave out tickets for RSVP, bringing a friend, and for having random things like lip gloss!

You were then able to enter your ticket into the prize you wanted to win.

Our Make 'N' Take Table.

We had 2 to do!

We also had a few homemade gifts for sale too.

(Table is looking a little bare at the time of this photo!)

Enjoying the food!

Barb and I.

Thanks again to everyone for the wonderful evening!

Looking forward to doing this again next year!

Merry Christmas!

November's Club and Tag Class

2010-11-21T08:28:00.000-08:00

I held a Tags Till Christmas Class this November.

We made the little box too!

I had seen a bunch of these tag boxes online, but in the end had to come up with my own pattern in order to fit the tags that I wanted in it!

We ended up making 10 different tags using all the stamps from the Tags till Christmas set.

It took longer then I thought to make, but was worth it!

Here are this months Club projects.

A great little gift card holder. Barb shared her pattern with me! Thanks Barb!

The inside.

My favorite! A Hot Chocolate pouch!

And we played with the Letterpress plates to create this card.

We used whisper white craft ink which can be a little messy, but loved how simple it was to create this card.

Barb and I have been working hard on getting everything ready for the big Open House on Nov. 27th. We have made lots of little stocking stuffers for sale too!

Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Kristy

Vincent's Birthday!

2010-10-29T12:31:00.000-07:00

Last week was Vincent's 6th Birthday!

We celebrated at home with family, and he was spoiled as usual!

I made him a Sponge Bob card!

My Mom made him a Candy Shop card!

Then we were off to the Great Wolf Lodge for the weekend!

What a wonderful place to go! We were so tired after though!

Happy Birthday Vincent!!

Christmas Celebration!

2010-10-21T12:39:00.000-07:00

Please join us for our annual Christmas Open House!

This is a night of appreciation for you! Prizes! Make n Takes! Appies & Refreshments!

& Christmas Cheer!

Please see the attached picture for all the details!

(click on the picture to read)

Hope to see you there!

Kristy

October's Stampin' Club Projects

2010-10-09T23:25:00.000-07:00

Hope you're having a great Thanksgiving weekend!

This month we used my new favorite stamp set from the mini catalogue called "French Foliage". And I bought myself a brayer! Don't know why it took me 4 years as a demonstrator before I got this cool tool....but it did!

Anyway we used it to do this cool technique called Emerging Color.

First you sponge ink (more mustard, ridding hood red, tangerine tango, old olive, and soft suede) all over glossy card stock. Then you ink up your leaf in versa mark, stamp, pour clear emboss powder and heat. Once cool ink up your brayer in Chocolate chip ink and roll over image. Let dry and wipe off excess ink on the leaves. Fun technique!

Our next card used French foliage and Seasonal Sentiments stamp sets (from the mini). #2 leaves die for the Big Shot. Used some Log Cabin Smooch Spritz too! Oh and love the little brads that look like metal buttons from the Vintage Trinkets.

And Last we made a Treat holder out of the Candy Wrapper die from the new mini.

The word "Gratitude" is from the stamp set Fabulous Phrases. Spritzed this too with Log Cabin Smootch. We added a Lindt Chocolate Ball to the inside. (Wonder how many of those made it home?)

Thanks for a great time Ladies!

Happy Thanksgiving!

September's Stampin' Club

2010-09-26T21:40:00.000-07:00

Here are the cards that my Stampin' Club made this month!

The first card I used the "Inking the Emboss folder technique"

We inked up the Spider web folder with Classic Basic Black ink and put our whisper white cardstock in and ran it thru the big shot.

Cool Huh?!

The second card is a case of Mary Davidson's card.

We used the "Post it Note Technique" to mask for the moon.

And last this is inspired by Dawn Griffith.

(I changed the size to fit the licorice)

And of course had to do a Halloween theme!

Wouldn't this be great for your child's class mates!?

Thanks Ladies for a great time!

Kristy

Playing Catch Up!

2010-09-05T16:41:00.000-07:00

Wow! Where has Summer gone?!

Feel like I'm playing catch up!

Look what I found in my mail box! (of coarse it was weeks ago!, but finally had a chance to snap a picture of it!)

Gail sent me this beautiful card! I love everything about it!

Be sure to check it out in person the next time your at my house!

And another share:

The mom's group ("The Wonder Mom's") I get together with put on a golf fundraiser to raise money for breast cancer.

I wasn't able to attend, but was able to donate a basket for the auction.

I also made the Thank you cards.

These wonderful women raised $5,000.00!!!!!

Isn't that awesome!!!!!!

(The basket before I wrapped it up!)

I'll have more to share soon!

Kristy

Summer Pictures

2010-08-07T19:22:00.000-07:00

With so many great shots of the kids this summer, I just had to play with My Digital Studio!

It's so easy to do, and I didn't make a big mess doing it!

Gotta love that!

(You can click on the picture to make it bigger.)

I'm sure there will be more to come!

Owl Card

2010-07-31T08:46:00.000-07:00

So I finally got a chance to play with the new Owl punch!

I used the Woodgrain background stamp in Pear Pizzazz ink on Pear Pizzazz Cardstock.

The owl has Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Real Red Cardstock, and Greenhouse Gala DPS. Daffodil Delight CS for the branches. "Gratitude" from the stamp set Fabulous Phrases, is stamped in Pear Pizzazz ink. That was stamped on Whisper White CS punched out with the large oval punch. Baja Breeze CS punched out using the scallop oval punch.

I also used my new fav Brights Buttons! and Pumpkin Pie 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon.

I really like the Owl punch and have to get some googly eyes for him!

Hope you have a great long weekend!

More New Stuff!

2010-07-20T22:28:00.000-07:00

I love this New Stamp set, Aviary!

Had to choose colors from my new favorite color family The Brights Collection.

I used Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, and Old Olive.

Of course I had to get the Designer Buttons to match!

And don't forget the 1/8" Pumpkin Pie Taffeta ribbon!

Off to play with some more!

(I have the Two step Owl Punch I have to play with!)

New Toys!

2010-07-16T17:54:00.000-07:00

I was playing with my new toys today and had to make this card from the new catalogue!

But instead I used a new in color called Concord Crush. I also used the bashful blue satin ribbon from the Summer Mini catalogue. I knew when I saw it, I had to have the Elegant Lines Embossing folder for the Big Shot!

Almost forgot that the "Thanks" is from the new stamp set, Fabulous Phrases.

It was so nice out today I had to take a picture outside!

And a picture inside the house. (You can see the greeting a little better)

I'm sure you'll see more cards with this folder from me!

I just love it!

Open House!!!

2010-07-15T11:31:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all the wonderful ladies that came to our Open House!

We welcomed in the New 2010 - 2011 Catalogue!

Here are some pictures before the Barb's house got really full!

At the Open House you could win tickets. You then got to enter your tickets in the jar with the prize you wanted to win!

Look at our prizes:

We had lots of little displays set up around the house.

This is our digital corner:

New Catalogues!!!!

We gave out "Card Candy" to everyone as our thank you for coming!

Here is our Make'n' Take table.

(We had 2 to make! )

Look at all the FOOD!!!!!!

Barb's husband Michael, made all of the goodies!

It was awesome!!!!

Here's Barb! Getting the refreshments ready!

My Mom (Vickie) getting a sneak peak at our "Rubber Garage" sale.

More displays:

Our Punch Bowl:

You could try out all of our punches and take the shapes home with you!

A HUGE thank you to Barb and Michael for hosting our Open House!

We had alot of fun!!! And are looking forward to our Christmas Open House in November!

Hope you can join us then!

Baseball

2010-06-20T22:38:00.000-07:00

Vincent's first season of Baseball wrapped up with a fun day!

He even got a medal!

I made a card for Coach Brian, using the Just Baseball stamp set.

Looking forward to next season!

Your Invited!

2010-06-20T22:25:00.000-07:00

Your all invited to come by Barb's house to welcome in the New catalogue!

Come check out the new in colors!

Make a few cards! Earn tickets & Win prizes!

Lots of fun to be had!

(Click on the picture to enlarge)

Please RSVP by July 2nd! Hope to see you all there!

May's Stampin' Club Projects and Swaps

2010-05-25T22:32:00.000-07:00

Here are the cards we made in class this month using the Elegant Trio stencils.

We sponged on Rose Red, and Chocolate Chip ink.

We made a Burlap Card that I learned online from Sherri Barron (see her card here)

We used the Log Cabin Smooch Spritz with the stencil.

I joined a 2 swaps for the Summer mini catalogue and wanted to share a few of the cards!

The first is made by Lisa Cheney (click here to see her blog)

She used the Stamp set A Little Bit of Magic.

Here is the same stamp set. This card made by Dorothy Seatter (click here to see her web site)

Here is the set Blissful Bride made by Linda McKenzie (her web site)

Here is the same set made by Ellen Baker

I'll post some more of these awesome swaps.... soon!

Mother's Day

2010-05-15T08:37:00.000-07:00

Hope you all had a wonderful Mother's Day! I did!

Yes, my son has green hair! It was for "Crazy Hair Day at school! (It took a few days to wash out)

I wanted to share the card I made for my Mom.

I kept it simple. I used my markers to color in the stamp (Inspired by Nature).

And to finish it off... some Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz.

(Love that stuff!!)

Here's the close up. Really Shimmery!

Have a great weekend!

April's Projects & A Birthday Party!!!

2010-05-01T12:43:00.000-07:00

April's Stampin' Club Projects

We played with the big shot to make these cards.

And decided to "dress up" our envelopes.

We also made our own button!

For this card we used the beautiful wings embosslit die.

And lined our envelope.

Makenna's Birthday Party!

I had my first Birthday class!

Makenna asked if I could come to her 9th Birthday Party and make a few projects.

I have to say I was a little worried with 11 girls and 2 boys!

But I must say they were AWESOME!!!!

We made a Mother's day card:

Their Goodie Bag:

(Makenna's mom had the goodies to fill them)

And a monogram bookmark.

Here are the girls:

And here is the card and gift bag I made for Makenna.

I had a great experience with the kids, and would do it again!

I'm sure their moms are going to love receiving a hand stamped card!

Working with kids reminds me that there are no rules to stamping! The goal is just to have fun!

Sewing and Craft fair at the Tradex

2010-04-23T18:11:00.000-07:00

I met so many wonderful talented ladies last weekend.

Here is one of the young ladies that stopped by to do our Make N Take.

Her Mom was kind enough to take our picture!

Another creative lady! She put her own spin on the Make N Take.

There were 3 demonstrators (Pam, Anne, and Chrystal) on Friday that ran our booth.

And 4 of us on Saturday.

Here is Myla:

Leah:

And Barb:

Here's the group shot:

You can see a bit of our booth in this picture.

Thanks to Barb's husband Michael for making the awesome display boards!!

And our close up:

Thanks to everyone that came by to say Hi to us! We had a great time!

Another Year Older!!!!

2010-04-05T10:08:00.000-07:00

I think this was the first time I've celebrated my birthday on Easter!

(Nothing like the gift of chocolate on your birthday!)

Check out the card my Mom made for me....

Isn't it awesome!

Here is the card my Auntie Sharon made.

Love the little bees on the card, it just says spring to me!

Vincent made this card for me.

It's the Easter Bunny holding a colorful egg.

And this is the Easter Card my Mom made for us.

Love the color combo!

Oh, and had to share a picture of my birthday cake!

(thanks Mom!)

Make a wish!!!

I had a wonderful day!!!!

Thanks everyone!!!

Happy Easter!

2010-04-04T13:42:00.000-07:00

I used My Digital Studio to create this page of our children enjoying Easter morning!

Happy Easter to you all!

Barb's Card

2010-04-03T11:35:00.000-07:00

Look at what Barb made.....

She used the Kissing Technique.

I love the color combo!

Thanks for sharing Barb!

March Stampin Club Projects

2010-03-19T09:33:00.000-07:00

Sorry, I've been a bad blogger!

Here are a few cards to share:

Here are the masculine cards we made in the club this month:

This is a Flip Flop card.

I really like making these cards, once you get the cutting down!

Open:

Closed:

Thanks Ladies for spending your sunday and monday with me! Looking forward to April!

Valentine Share

2010-02-18T20:08:00.000-08:00

I had to share the Valentines cards my Mom made for the kids.

She did such a great job!

This is Vincent's:

And Vanessa's:

Here is a close up of the card I made for my hubby.

And the two small 3x3 cards for the kids.

Did you recognize the stamp set and punch?

Remember the Holiday Mini had the ornament punch and Delightful Decorations stamp set?

You don't have to make just Christmas cards with it, you can make fish!!!!!

Lots of fun!!!

February's Stampin' Club & Valentines Cards

2010-02-14T11:09:00.000-08:00

This month we made a Joy Fold card using the Sweet Pea Designer paper.

My new favorite Bird Punch, and some Old Olive Satin Ribbon, were also used.

For the flower and birds wing I did the faux suede technique (not sure if you can see it in the picture!).

The card open.

Next we did some kissing! (perfect for Valentines!)

We inked up the Medallion in Pumpkin Pie, then with the vines from Baroque Motifs inked in Rose Red we kissed them together! You then stamp the Medallion on to Whisper White cardstock! I love how it turned out!

And the last project is a treat pouch using the Curly Label Movers and Shapers Die.

A strip of Sweet Pea designer paper, Chocolate Chip Satin Ribbon, the Bird Punch, and medium cello bags to complete the pouch. Oh, and don't forget the candy!

Vincent and I worked together to make his class Valentines cards.

I got smart this year and decided to get a personal stamp made for Vincent.

(Poor kid only 5 years old and having to write his long name 20 times, not fun!!!)

We had fun being creative together!

Happy Valentines Day!

Simply Adorned and Share

2010-02-11T21:09:00.000-08:00

Here is my latest purchase from Stampin' Up! Yes! Stampin' Up! has jewelry!!!

And the best part is you can create anything you like and place it inside!

(Sorry, It's hard to see what I've put inside in this picture!)

Look at what Barb made me!

Just in time for Valentines!

(love the sparkly red hearts!)

Thanks Barb!

Vanessa's 1st Birthday!!!

2010-01-25T22:59:00.000-08:00

Wow, a whole year has gone by and my baby is growing up so fast!

So very Sad, but exciting to see her grow and change into a little person!

I made a butterfly note pads as party favors for the girls. And one using the 2 tag die for my son. The butterfly note pads were inspired by Madeline. (thank you Madeline)

Then I decided that the birthday girl will be eating cake, and needed a special bib!

So I made her one!

And a matching face cloth. I used some scrap fabric and ran it thru the Big Shot using the Beautiful Butterflies die. Then used the fancy stitching on my sewing machine.

Here is the card my talented mom made for their grand daughter.

(Love it!)

I cut out some more butterflies thru the die and attached them to fishing line.

Then hung them in my chandelier.

Here is the Birthday Girl!

Her Yummy cake that a friend made for us.

(thanks Steve!)

And Vanessa after the cake! Notice purple icing on the toes!

Then it was off to the bath!

We had a wonderful time watching her enjoy her Birthday!

Happy Birthday Vanessa!

January's Shoebox Swap

2010-01-18T20:30:00.000-08:00

Pam hosted a Shoebox Swap for us.

Here is what we made:

Here is Barb's card.

She used I (Heart) Hearts and Well Scripted Stamp sets.

This is my card.

I used my new Extra Large Two- Step Bird punch, and Jewelry punch.

Well Scripted, Vintage Vogue, and Tiny Tags stamp set.

Next is Pam's Card.

She used the Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits Die, the Sending Love Specialty paper, Sending Love Epoxy Brads, and the Scallop Trim Border Punch.

And Leah's card.

She used Fox & Friends and Thank You Kindly Stamp sets.

Here is Kathryn's card.

She used the Vintage Vogue, and Very Vintage Wheel.

And here is Kathleen's card.

She used the Medallion and Baroque Motifs stamp sets.

She taught us the kissing technique stamped on an embossed Whisper White piece.

Thanks again for all the great samples, ladies!

A Big Thank You To....

2010-01-09T20:25:00.000-08:00

......Barb!!!

Barb is my talented downline!

Just look what she made for me and my sample board!

She used some new products from the Occasions Mini catalogue.

She used the New set I (Heart) Hearts, and Well Scripted for the first one.

Next she used With All My Heart Stamp Set.

I love the black and white with a pop of color!

Sending Love Specialty Paper was used on this Beautiful card.

Along with the stamp sets Thoughts & Prayers, and Well Scripted.

Sending Love Specialty Paper, Well Scripted and I (heart) Hearts stamp sets.

And Barbs awesome stair step card, that she is making in her Stampin' Club this month!

I had no idea that she was making the same card in her class too! Great minds think alike!

She used the Love you Much stamp set.

Thanks again Barb! I love them!

Kristy

January's Stampin' Club

2010-01-05T13:39:00.000-08:00

Here are the projects we made for January's Club.

I had to come up with cards that we could play with new products from the Occasions mini.

I love the Stitched Sweet Pea Felt, so that's where the colors for this card came from. Chocolate Chip, Rose Red, Old Olive, and Pretty in Pink.

We played with the clear mount stamps... Well Scripted, Vintage Vogue, and Tiny Tags.

We did a faux lace border at the bottom.

Oh, and we used the new Jewelry Tag punch too!

And here is the second project! The Stair Step card!

Here it is shown closed, to fit into a medium envelope.

(don't mind my finger in the picture!)

And here it is opened!

(Yes, those are my little monkeys! Cute don't ya think!)

We used Rose Red, Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip, and Confetti White.

Stamp sets; Well Scripted, Love you Much, and Tiny Tags.

Had a wonderful time as usual! Such a nice way to start off the New Year!

Kristy

Decembers Demo Meeting

2009-12-31T13:08:00.000-08:00

We met at Pam's for our demonstrator group meeting and Secret Santa Gift exchange.

She had 2 great make n takes! The first one was designed by Anne Sanderson.

And the second make n take is created by Pam Lee.

We also did a swap! Here is Barb Kark's card.

Here is Allyson's card!

Kathryn Jung's card!

Lisa Fedoruk's card!

And the last card is made by Sue Hughes!

I always enjoy seeing everyone at the meetings! I look forward to the next one!

Tea light boxes and New stuff!

2009-12-26T20:57:00.000-08:00

I made these Tea Light boxes as a Christmas gift for all of my Stampin' Club Members.

I loved how they turned out!

(yes, they are battery operated tea lights!)

I followed Carole Annes instructions. (please click on her name to see her beautiful creations!) I did have to change the dimensions, as I didn't have

11- 1/4" velum.

I made this card for my Niece who turned 6 this december.

I used some new products from the Occasions Mini starting Jan 5th.

Oh, and what a great Mini it is! If you would like a copy please let me know!

Stampin' Up has come out with Clear Mount Stamps. What is that all about you ask?

Its the same great rubber That Stampin Up! already offers the only difference is that it has a cling image sticker that sticks to an acrylic clear block. So you can see where you are stamping!

I think this is a great idea and have already purchased the blocks and 3 stamp set too!

I used the new stamp set Vintage Vogue and Well Scripted here.

You can make this card by following Patty Bennetts tutorial. (check it out!)

I can't wait to play some more with my new stuff!

Kristy

Christmas Cards

2009-12-18T16:33:00.000-08:00

Here is the card I created for my Boss. I don't think he checks out my blog so I think it's safe! I used Taken with Teal and Chocolate Chip, a strip of the Holiday Lounge DP, and of course Dasher! (I love him). This is a larger card (5 1/4" x 8") so that all the staff could write inside!

This is the card I made for Vincent's Teacher.

I used Real Red and Chocolate Chip, Cocoa Specialty Paper, Plenty of Petals emboss folder and Dasher! Oh, and the ribbon is the real red polka dot.

And a few quick and simple tags.

Merry Christmas!

December's Stampin' Club Projects

2009-12-10T21:13:00.000-08:00

Here are the cards we made this month.

Sorry the pictures aren't the greatest! We have yet to purchase a new camera.

Do you spend alot of money for a high tech one or just a small point and shoot one?

I'm leaning towards the small one, just because they are easier to throw in your purse and go!

Both cards use the stamp A Brand New Year from the holiday mini catalogue ending Jan. 4th. The first card I followed Patty Bennetts tutorial for Pop Up Window Sheet Card.

And the second card is an Easel Card.

I love this card and can't wait to make more! They are so easy to make.

It's basically just adding a card front to a card base. The card front is 4 1/4" x 5 1/2".

The card base is 4 1/4" x 11" score at 2 3/4" and again at 5". Fold card in half at the 5" score, like you making a standard card. Then fold the lower portion in, creating a tent.

Adhere the the card front to the lower potion of the card or tent. Then all you have to do is place a stop for the card to rest against (I used the star punch outs with a dimensional )

Sorry I took the picture on my dark table. Try clicking on the picture for a better view!

Thanks Ladies for a great time as usual! And for taking the time to come to class during this busy time of year!

Christmas Card Class

2009-11-28T16:18:00.000-08:00

Here are the other 2 cards we made during my Christmas Card Class.

I had a wonderful time! I hope everyone enjoyed themselves!

Thanks Ladies!

Kristy

Up Coming Class

2009-11-17T14:43:00.000-08:00

If your free on Sunday Nov. 22, 2:30-4:30 pm and Monday Nov. 23, 7-9 pm, I still have a few spots open in my Christmas Card class.

Here is a sample of some of the cards we will be making!

We will be making 10 cards (2 of each 5 designs),

envelopes included.

Please email me to join this class! stampwithkristy@shaw.ca

Happy Stampin'!

Club Christmas Swap

2009-11-09T09:03:00.000-08:00

As promised here are the card fronts my talented Club members created!

The first is my card, which I cased from the Stampin Success Magazine.

I changed it up a bit, used what I had. I love the color combo! Rich Razzleberry, Silver, Whisper White and Basic Black.

Here is Melaina's card. She cut out those snowflakes by hand, 12 times! Crazy girl!!

So pretty!

Here is Kerry's card. She has put that Big Shot to great use! Love it!

Look at those Ornaments on Ann's card, one is embossed!

Love it! (and that designer paper too!)

This beautiful card is made by Sharon!

Loving the snowflakes!

Dasher got all glittered up in Vickie's card. Love this color with the designer paper!

Very pretty!

The Glitter Queen (Carol), made this card!

I love how it looks like the snowman is enjoying the snow fall!

So cool!

Love Shireen's stocking card!

Lots of detail!

Here is the card Luba created!

I love how she did the Happy Holidays Banner!

Very nice!

I love the antique look to Shirley's card.

This would be the card to give to the men in our lives, as we all know how hard it is to create cards for them!

Very nice!

Look at these cute little snowmen on Diane's card!

Love it!

And a little Holiday Cheer from Katherine!

Cocktail anyone???

So very pretty!

Told you my Stampin' Club Members are talented!!!!

Job well done Ladies!!! I don't want to give mine away!!!

I can't wait till they want to do the next one! Maybe a Birthday theme??

Hope they have inspired you!

November's Stampin' Club

2009-11-05T17:58:00.001-08:00

Here is the Double Pocket Card we made this month.

The card holds a tag as well as a gift card.

We used the Holiday Lounge designer paper, Delightful Decorations stamp set, Ornament punch, and my favorite ribbon Whisper White Organza!

(Gift card not included!)

Our second card we used 6 pieces of the Holiday Lounge paper punched out using the Ornament punch. We folded them in half, glued them together, and attached to the card to make this cool 3D ornament.

My club ladies also participated in a Christmas card swap, and I must say these ladies are talented!!! I think they should be teaching the classes!!! (I will post all of their cards later). Happy Stampin'

Halloween Projects

2009-10-26T21:19:00.000-07:00

I found some canvases at one of the dollar stores and thought they would make a great project.

So we painted then orange with acrylic paint, sprayed some sealer on them, and let them dry.

Then we used the decor elements Spooky Expressions (117568 for $6.95).

Rubbed those on, and then I sprayed them again with the sealer.

I think they turned out cute and was a great project to do with my son!

This cute little basket is made from the pillow box die!

(Not my design, something I found while surfing the net).

Hope you have a Haunting Halloween!

Birthday Invite and Digital Page

2009-10-22T21:25:00.001-07:00

Here is the invitation I made for Vincent's 5th birthday.

I used a technique called sooting. You hold a piece of glossy card stock in the flame of a candle, (watch the edges catch on fire easily), till it goes black. Then take your stamp and lay it in the soot and pull it off.

The stamp takes off the soot and leaves the image. Your fingers can also take off the soot too!

Spray with an acrylic sealer and let dry.

Here's the inside. I used a top note die as a scroll.

I got myself the New Digital Studio.

Look how easy it is to make a Scrap page in the same colors as the invitation!

The Beware Pirates stamp set is not in the software, but maybe one day available as a digital download.

You can purchase the Digital Studio through me or my web site.

There is also digital downloads that you can purchase without having to own the full studio.

Stampin' Up! also offers custom printing or you can print it out on your home computer!

I will have more pages to share as I play with it a little more!

October's Stampin' Club Projects

2009-10-08T21:43:00.000-07:00

We had fun creating this WOW card!

It's a Tri-Shutter card and it's easier than it looks!

Here it is open...

......And Closed.

Love that Dasher stamp!

Here is the Snow Globe card, that uses the new Hostess level 2 stamp set from the holiday mini.

And last a little 3x3 punched card.

We used the Large oval punch for the pumpkin.

The Word Window Punch for the stem, and the scallop edge punch to make the grass.

Have a great Thanksgiving Weekend!

September's Stampin' Club

2009-09-25T09:52:00.000-07:00

Here are the cards we made this month in my Stampin' Club.

Sorry the pictures aren't the best, time for a new camera!

The first one we used the new Shimmer paint from the Holiday Mini.

We sponged it on the embossed background, as well as stamped snow flakes with it.

It may be hard to see it shimmer in the picture (try clicking on the picture to enlarge it).

The Designer paper is the Christmas Cocoa Specialty paper from the mini.

Here is the Halloween card we made using the Sweet Centers Stamp set and Sweet Treat cups from the mini. I love Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive together!

This last card is so simple and has no stamping on it!

I punched out the Flocked Christmas Cocoa Specialty paper using the 1-3/4" circle punch.

Ran the Brushed Silver card stock through the Big shot using the Damask texturz plate.

I used Real Red and Basic Black card stock, and Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon.

A very quick card to make if you had to make alot of them!

I know it only September, but it feels good to get some ideas flowing for Christmas.

Hope you get inspired to get a started on your Christmas cards!

If you don't yet have a mini catalogue and would like one please let my know, email me at: stampwithkristy@shaw.ca

Cards to Share

2009-09-19T23:49:00.000-07:00

Sorry, It's been so long since I've posted any pictures.

With the start of a new school year, it takes a while before you get into the swing of things.

I hadn't used this Enjoy Every Moment stamp set for so long. I even have the matching jumbo wheel Daisy Dash.

I cased this card from the front of the new catalogue. It uses my favorite new stamp, Medallion.

Hope your enjoying the last few days of summer!

Monochromatic Card Swap

2009-08-30T09:20:00.000-07:00

Here are the Monochromatic Cards from the talented VC Rocks group!

It's harder than it looks to only use one shade of color. We couldn't use any neutral colors either (no Whisper White!) Even the ink, ribbon and brads had to be the same color.

The first card is made by Pat Huntoon

Love the Manhattan impression folder!

Made by Sheryl Brown

Love those vases made by using the oval punch!

Made by Alice Leal

Love that bear!

Made by Terri Tank

Very elegant looking!

Made by Kimber Kindle

Too Cute!

Made By Loni Holt

Love that Butterfly with matching glitter too!

Made by Diane Clark-Sutton

So pretty!

Made by Angela Walters

This card makes me want the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set!

Made by Kathleen Innes

So pretty! Lots of detail!

Made by Deb Walker

Yum!

Love these cards! Try making your own Monochromatic cards!

Send me a picture and I'll put it on my blog!

Have fun!

Welcome Gift

2009-08-22T22:32:00.000-07:00

We were lucky enough to host an exchange student from Spain this summer!

It has been a great experience having Rosalia here! It's going to be hard to say good bye.

We may just have to go to Spain to visit her!

I made her this card and note book as a little welcoming gift.

I'm getting lots of use out of my favorite butterfly die!

(I love the 3D affect of the butterflies!)

I used some retired kiwi kiss designer paper and ribbon, and it goes so well with the rich razzleberry, pretty in pink and so saffron!

Faux Alligator Purse

2009-07-31T10:05:00.000-07:00

When cruising the Internet, I came across these cute little alligator purses. (Of course now I can't find the original artist!)

I just had to have one! So I made my own pattern for them and I'm going to share!

Here's what you need: Big Shot, Stampin' Up! Top Note die, Heat tool, Cardstock, Crop-a-dile, ribbon, Powder Pal, Bone folder, Clear emboss powder, Versa Mark ink, Sticky Strip, cutter/ score blade, and scissors.

Cut out 3 of the top note ( I used Real Red cardstock).

Cut 2 pieces of cardstock measuring 1- 3/4" x 3".

Cut off the right side of 2 of the top notes (at the top of the curve)

Score the left sides at 1/2" from the curve.

Score the 1-3/4" x 3" pieces at 1/2" on three sides (leaving the top unscored)

Cut out the squares on the bottom. Make a vertical score from the top middle, down about 3/4". (click on pictures to see)

Apply sticky strip to the sides. Cut a piece of ribbon measuring 13".

punch a hole in the middle/top of one of the sides. Feed ribbon trough and tie a knot.

Now for the Faux Alligator technique!

Apply Versa mark ink pad directly to the paper.

Pour Clear Emboss powder over. Draw vertical lines removing the powder with a bone folder.

Melt the emboss powder with the Heat Tool.

Repeat for all three top not pieces.

Start to assemble. Apply sticky strip to one the bottoms of the scored top notes. Remove sticky strip from the side pieces and attach to the bottom of the top notes.

Attach sides of top notes to side pieces.

Apply sticky strip to one side (inside) the last top note. Attach to the back of the purse.

Attach velcro piece to the front of the purse.

Finished!

Think of the possibilities! Add brads, eyelets, grommets, rhinestones.......

Have fun recreating and send me a picture!

stampwithkristy@shaw.ca

Big Shot Show Offs

2009-07-28T23:06:00.000-07:00

Here are the Big Shot Show Off swaps from the VC Rocks! Group.

The first is made by Jane Hignite.

Uses the Scallop Envelope die, large dots texturz die, and Buttons #5 die.

Made by Sunny Skye DeWeez.

Using Daisy Flower, Top Note dies, and texturz plate.

Made by Tessa Bouller.

Stampin' Up!'s Lots of Tags, and Stars #2 dies.

Made by Bonnie Sherwood.

Uses the Manhattan Flower embossing folder.

Made by CMB.

Uses the Clear circle, the Snowflakes set #2 , and the large dot texturz dies.

Made by Shari Dudek.

She used the Cherry Blossom Embosslits die.

Made by Maureen E. Buck.

She used the Stars #2 die.

By Catie Palmer.

Uses the Circle #2, Spring Flowers, and Bird with leaves and flower dies.

Made by Tia.

She used the Top Note, Little Leaves, and Simple Flower embosslit dies.

Made by Joyce Pacer.

She used the Eyelet texturz plate, Daisies #2, and Beautiful Butterflies dies.

Aren't they beautiful!

Be sure to see them in person on my display board!

New in Colors!

2009-07-28T22:50:00.000-07:00

Okay, so you know that these are truly the new in colors when you open a package of Smarties and out comes Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, and Crushed Curry!

Has Stampin' Up! teamed up with Smarties?

I just had to take a picture to show you!

I guess you will see these colors everywhere!

Summer Swaps

2009-07-28T20:53:00.000-07:00

This Summer I joined a yahoo group of Stampin' Up! demonstrators, called VC Rocks! (The "VC" stands for virtual convention). Every year Stampin' Up! holds a big convention for demonstrators. A big part of convention is the card swaps.

So for those of us that can't make it to the convention, this way we can all get the swaps!

I joined 3 swaps the first was called The Big Shot Show Offs.

Here is the card I made:

I used the Top Note, and Beautiful Butterflies dies, and the flourishes and small dots texturz plates.

Then I joined the Monochromatic cards swap. I chose to go with pink. So everything on this card is pink! The pinks I used are Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, and Regal Rose.

That's Pretty in Pink ribbon and brad too!

And last was a Shaped Card swap.

I used the scallop circle die to make this cute baby bib card.

Super easy to make too!

Check in again soon and I will start posting the swaps I received back!

(So many cute cards!)

July's Stampin' Club.

2009-07-19T23:03:00.000-07:00

July wrapped up our last club meeting.

I had a great time, and am so lucky to have a wonderful group of ladies!

I'm looking forward to starting back up in September!

I had made a little treat basket for everyone in the group. So they can stamp and snack during their summer holidays.

This month we tried faux alligator technique on the rich razzleberry cardstock, that goes through the melon mambo buckle.

All on a soft suede base.

Yes, I'm loving the new in colors.... just have to get use to the names!

The next card we made uses all of the in colors ink,

with my new stamp set circle circus.

And the last project for the month is this stationary holder. Made by Becky Roberts

check out her instructions here: http://inkingidaho.blogspot.com/2009/04/here-is-how-i-made-it.html.

I changed it up to hold the cards we made, the envelopes, and a little gel pen to write with.

Thanks for looking! Hope you having a wonderful Summer!

Swaps

2009-06-28T12:47:00.000-07:00

My Stampin' Club decided to do a swap of card fronts.

The results....awesome!

There were no rules or themes to the swaps, only to make a card front so we could mount them later.

We plan to do a Christmas swap next!

Here are the cards:

This is the one I made.

Shirley's card:

Carol's Card:

Diane's Card:

Ann's Card:

Shireen's Card:

Linda's Card:

Sharon's Card:

Katherine's Card:

Lori's Card:

Vickie's Card:

Luba's Card:

Love them all!!!

Thanks for participating!

(Can't wait to do Christmas next!)

Gifts & Club

2009-06-23T00:18:00.000-07:00

I'm a little behind on posting pictures.

First....

I wanted to share gifts I made for Vincent's Preschool Teachers.

Here are the cards. (I'm getting lots of use out of my Beautiful Butterflies Die!)

Here are the clip boards I made them.

I attached magnets to the back so it could go on their fridge.

And when they get tired of looking at my son, which I doubt they will :)

They can take the scrap page off and put their grocery list on it.

We were so lucky to have two wonderful teachers this year.

We will miss them!

Kindergarten here we come!

Here are the projects we made this month.

The first is a diorama card, using the Hoppy for you set.

This card folds up to fit into a medium size envelope!

Fun cards to make!

We also made gel card.

Can you see the other frog peeking through the gel "pond"?

Hope you had a great Father's Day!

Happy Birthday Mom!

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We celebrated my Mom's Birthday on the 31st of May.

We all met for lunch, as she had to work that afternoon.

This is the card I made for her.

I sponged ink on one of the flowers from the Pretties Kit.

Then punched a jumbo eyelet through it then used a jumbo brad to go through that.

Going to miss the the in colors, mostly the Kiwi Kiss and Baja Breeze!

I embossed the Happy Birthday with silver emboss powder.

We bought her a charm for her Pandora bracelet.

So I had to make her something to put it in!

This is the Bag with Scallops die for the big shot.

The gray flower is made with the embosslits die, Cherry Blossom.

The embosslits are really cool, you put in your piece of paper in the folder run it through the big shot, and out comes a shape cut and embossed for you ready to use!

And love the pink flower brads too!

Happy Birthday Mom!