Weekly Deals - Oct. 27-Nov. 2

October 2015 Paper Pumpkin

This has to be one of my favorite Paper Pumpkin kits!  I know I've said that a few times, but I feel they keep getting better and better!  First off, I love these colors.  Second, the stamp set is gorgeous and so versatile.  This font is to die for.

Here is what I came up with so far.  One is pretty much per the kit instructions, two are a variation of what I saw on the Paper Pumpkin Fan Club group on Facebook, and the last two are my own.  My stamp dropped out of my hand and the leaves stamped on top of the flower.  So....I covered it up with a piece of a circle!  On the third card, I just added the rows of piercing and a Calypso Coral Lots of Labels die cut.  Let me know what you think!

 

 

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Last call - SALE SALE SALE!

Don't forget, the last day to order any regularly priced stamp set is tomorrow, Friday, October 23! Just click on the picture to shop.

Weekly Deals - October 20-26

I think I "need" those file tabs and the bow punch!

SALE SALE SALE!!!!

This is so exciting....Stampin' Up! is having a 15% off sale on regular priced stamps.  It's a great chance to get those sets that have been on your list!  Don't hesitate though, it's only for a few days!  Just click the picture to shop, but wait until Monday, October 19 to get the discount.

It's also a great time to become a demonstrator.  Your discount would be awesome! Let me know if that interests you.  I'd be happy to talk with you about it.

Nanny treats

I was in the mood to use some of this adorable Halloween dsp so I decided to make treat holders.  I only have one granddaughter, but she usually goes trick-or-treating with her little cousins.  They were at my house this summer swimming in the pool.  They kept hesitating when they were trying to get my attention. I'm sure they couldn't figure out if my name was Michelle or Nanny.  They went with Nanny after hearing my granddaughter.  I thought it was the cutest thing ever!  They are the sweetest girls.

I saw a tutorial over at ChicknScratch.  I just adjusted it to the stamp sets I had.  It's such a fun and easy project.  I put a box of Halloween yogurt raisins and a fun sized candy bar in each.  I wish I could have fit more but I'm sure their parents are glad I couldn't.  

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This was a nice and easy sketch for the Pals Paper Arts sketch challenge!  I just got this adorable dog stamp set in and I had to ink it up.  I'm not a dog or cat lover, but I thought it was too cute to pass up.  For fun, I cut a little party hat for him and embossed it with dots.  Let me know what you think!  And please let me know if you decide to play along.  I would love to see what you create!

 

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Weekly Deals - October 13-19

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Travelers

I made one of these cards for a male friend whose birthday is coming up.  I decided to make a couple more while the stamps, inks and papers were out.  Do you do that?  I have a craft fair coming up soon so I am trying to build my stash of cards.

I used Traveler stamp set which I love.  I see myself using this a lot for masculine cards.  I took some Typeset dsp and inked it up with some Stampin' Sponges with the three colors - Lost Lagoon, Old Olive and Crumb Cake.  I love this combination of colors.  Let me know which one is your favorite!

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This is definitely a masculine combination in my book!  I had a little bit of trouble with it.  Add in a little orange, and I'd be fine, but without I'm lost!  This is about what our leaves look like right now in NH.  It seems late! I want to see the reds and oranges.  What does your foliage look like right now?

Why don't you give it a try!  Join us at Pals Paper Arts.

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29th Birthday

I truly love this stamp set!  I enjoy a little humor now and this set has some funny sentiments.  This one says, "from your 110 lb. friend" on the inside.

I used the White Perfect Accents to show that you can color them.  They're on sale in the Weekly Deals until October 12.  They are the "perfect" accent for me as they aren't bumpy for mailing.

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Weekly Deals - October 6 - 12

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Isn't this a beautiful color combination?!  It's so rich looking.  I decided to make a sympathy card because it seems I never build a stash of them!  I am also trying to get a pile ready for a craft fair coming up in early December.  That was one item I didn't have many of last year, and I got a lot of requests for them.  Please let me know what you think.  I really love reading your comments!

We would love to have you join us!  It's a fun way to make you think outside the box.  I love trying new color combinations and sketches!  

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Weekly Deals - Sept. 29 - Oct. 7

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Pals Paper Arts

This is my loose impression of the sketch.  It was a tough one!  Hope you like what I created.  I started with Into the Woods designer series paper and added the wreath from the Wonderful Wreath set.  I put a banner with a sentiment from September 2015 Paper Pumpkin and tied some linen thread on the wreath. I then stamped a few items from the Paper Pumpkin stamp set (acorn and leaves) and fussy cut.  This is such a cute stamp set!  I love my Paper Pumpkin subscription.

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Weekly Deals - Sept. 22-28

There are some nice deals here, especially just in time for Christmas!  The Lucky Stars embossing folder is one of my favorites for birthdays, Christmas, etc.  And the stars framelits are fantastic for both as well.  Click the graphic to shop weekly deals!

Paper Pumpkin September 2015 Alternative

Here's a quick alternative to this month's Paper Pumpkin.  The stamp set is adorable!  I will try to come up with more in the near future.  I just got home from a great weekend in Maine!

Now is a great time to subscribe.  Stampin' Up! will make a donation for breast cancer research with any subscription!

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I was very tempted to make a Christmas card with a big star or snowflake in the middle, but decided to make a Halloween card because I love this cute set!  I also love the spider webs.  I love that they can be reversed and used as a snowflake, or the center can be cut out for a pretty doily.

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August Paper Pumpkin Alternative

Ladies, do not throw away those pretty little Victoria's Secret bags!  I saw that black satin ribbon with the light pink edge and immediate thought of the August Paper Pumpkin!  I knew it would be a perfect match.  So...I cut the bag to get the ribbon handles out and then put it through my curling iron to straighten out the wrinkles.  What do you think?

Click on the item below to order Paper Pumpkin.  It's a fun box of creativity and you receive one each month.  Let me know if I can answer any questions on it.  You can buy prepaid subscriptions for 1, 3, 6, 12 months, or you can get a monthly subscription.  I can't wait until I receive the September Paper Pumpkin! Stay tuned for some alternative projects.

For a monthly subscription, click here:  Paper Pumpkin

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Weekly Deals - September 15-21

Just a heads up.....go to this link FAST and get your beautiful butterfly dies before they're on backorder!  These are probably my favorite Stampin' Up! product ever!  The mini treat back dies are great as well.  Ok, truth be told, I would take one of everything on this page!

p.s. Stampin' Up! is closed on Wednesday, September 16.

p.p.s.  I am giving away stacks of designer series paper with any order in September!  I'm close to a goal that I REALLY want to reach.  Thanks for any help you can give me!

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Love this fun color combination from Pals Paper Arts!  I couldn't figure out what to do for fall though.  This reminds me of summer and I don't want it to end!

I ended up making three cards with this combination.  The first needs to go to my friend today.  Then I decided to make a couple of back ups for my stash.  I changed them up a bit. Let me know which is your favorite.  My eye prefers the clean and simple one at the bottom.  Thanks for looking and commenting!  Please join us if you can at Pals Paper Arts!

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Weekly Deals: Sept. 8 - 11

My first Christmas card of 2015

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I finally did it!  I made my first Christmas card for this year.  I have no idea how many I will get to, but I know I will need a handful.  I can remember when I made about 80 per year.  I haven't been able to do that for the last few years.  As a matter of fact, I stressed over them so much that I chose not to send handmade.  I made several to give to close family members and sent store bought cards to the rest.  I'm trying to see if I can make a bunch this year but I vow not to stress.

The designer series papers in the new Stampin' Up! holiday catalog make it easy!  I will be posting a few samples in the near future.  Here is one using the Delicate Ornament thinlits and Embellished Ornaments stamp set.  The paper is Home for Christmas.  You can check out the patterns in the catalog by checking the link below.

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Weekly Deals - Sept. 1-7

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I decided to use this Pals Paper Arts Color Challenge to make a get well for a male friend at work.  I decided to pull out Sheltering Tree.  I stamped the tree in Early Espresso and then the leaves in Delightful Dijon.  Then I added some leaves in Cajun Craze, the swing and grass.  After I put the sentiment on Old Olive, I decided I needed something for balance.  I took a piece of Rich Razzleberry cotton ribbon and cut the color off, then cut small strips and adhered below the mat. Then I put Candy Dots on top.  Please let me know what you think!

We would love it if you would join us at Pals Paper Arts this week!

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Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog

It's live!!  Go and check out the beautiful Stampin' Up! holiday catalog!  It's gorgeous.  I'm in big trouble because my list is long.  I also have a special goal to meet in September.  I would greatly appreciate any help.  If you've wanted to order something but haven't, or can't resist items in this catalog, please do so!  I will make it worth your while.

If you make a purchase from me by the end of September, you will receive a stack of designer series paper from me (6x6 gorgeous 2 sided papers in various prints).  Just click on the catalog!  And let me know if you ordered so that I can send your FREE goodies!!

I want to point out two items which are not so pretty, but truly amazing.  The Fine Tip Glue Pen is awesome!!  It has a fine tip for tiny areas on die cuts, embellishments, etc.  It is on Page 43 and there is a link below.  There is also a video to click on.  Also, the Precision Base Plate for the Big Shot is on Page 14 and it cuts intricate dies like butter.  No more wax paper or dryer sheets!   These two items are easily passed by with all of the pretty items in the catalog.

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This is a fun sketch from Pals Paper Arts!  I didn't have a clue what to do with it though.  I finally pulled out this paper and ribbon that I got from Lisa Pretto, who is awesome!!  The rimmed pearls were in my freebie box as well as some other goodies.  Thank you so much, Lisa!

Check out the fabulous patterns on this Farmer's Market dsp when you get a chance.  There are some fun prints!

p.s.  I really wanted to use a sentiment which says, "thanks a bunch."  Stampin' Up! needs one!

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I love this sketch from Pals Paper Arts!  It's a great way to use up dsp or cardstock strips.

I kept this one simple because I'm on vacation.  We don't have big plans.  It will be nice to relax around the pool, and maybe make a day trip or two. We had a pool party today for my granddaughter's 5th birthday. The girls had so much fun and it was perfect pool weather!

I wanted to try this gorgeous embossing folder from the new holiday catalog and had a few strips of the Into the Woods paper (more gorgeousness).  The sentiment is from Cottage Greetings. Isn't that font to die for?! Love this set.  

Please go over and check out the other entries for this challenge.  We would love to have you join us!  And please leave me a comment.  I love reading each one!

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August 2015 Paper Pumpkin

This month's Paper Pumpkin kit is gorgeous!  Check it out here:  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FQCr0Aqinfk

Right now, you can get Paper Pumpkin for half off!!  That's right, new subscribers can get the first two months at half off.  The promotion ends 9/10, so don't wait!  When you sign up, use the code HALFOFF in the coupon box to get the deal.  This is a cute little box of creativeness that you receive by mail each month. You can cancel at any time before the 10th of any month.  This is for any level stampers.  It's a great kit to take along to the library, a soccer practice, etc.

I love a challenge, so I made an alternative card last night.  I thought this one would look good with the gold thread.  Then I noticed the paper outside the flower cut outs.  Yes, I have issues.  Most would throw the sheet away, but I cut those pieces with smaller flowers so they weren't wasted.  I also changed the sentiment because I needed something different.  I'm sending to a friend who has breast cancer.  The pink and the bows are perfect for it, don't you think?

Check out Paper Pumpkin here:

https://mypaperpumpkin.com/en/?demoid=2126699