Winter Woods

This stamp set is so beautiful and versatile.  You can use the trees for just about anything!  Check it out here and click below to order:

Click to view the catalog here.  And please let me know if you'd like a paper one sent to you!

Winner, winner!

The winner for my Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets is.......


Phyllis Sinclair.  Thanks so much for commenting!  Phyllis, please email me at shellsq922@comcast.net to claim your prize.   Stay tuned for my next giveaway!

p.s.  I'm heading out on vacation and will respond as soon as I can to any questions, comments, etc.!  Happy Stamping!

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Timeless Tidings kit

Stampin' Up! has knocked it out of the park with their card kits in the 2018 Holiday Catalog!  Check out the beautiful Timeless Tidings kit here:






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If you do not have a Holiday Catalog and you're not working with another demonstrator, please message me and I will get one right out to you!

Don't forget, during the month of September only (yes, you only have a few more days!!), you can get a FREE Corrugated Embossing Folder.  Just place an online order of $40 or more and use the Hostess Code of T6VN6SYU      

Paper Pumpkin September 2018

Check out this video and see how easy it is to make some adorable treats for Halloween!  You won't be able to get this



There are two ways to sign up for Paper Pumpkin.  One is a month-to-month.  You can skip for a month or cancel at any time. 

The other way is to order on a regular customer order as prepaid subscription.  You can get a one, three, six or twelve month subscription.  After you place the order, you will receive a code.  You will then go to paperpumpkin.com and enter your code.  It will show how many month you have remaining.

You need to sign up before the 10th of each month.  You'll get a kit shortly after and will then have just about everything you need to complete the project.  I take them to do on my lunch hour sometimes.  All I add is scissors and adhesive.  Once you see these kits, you will thank me for your crafty box of goodness each month! 

Here is the ordering information:  PAPER PUMPKIN

Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Embossing Folder

This was one of the first things that caught my eye in the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog!  It's so pretty!  And how can you go wrong with such an inexpensive item that gives such a WOW factor!  I've used it several times as you can see below.  I love it in Gray Granite with Frost White Shimmer Paint!  I plan on using it again soon with another color.  Which color do you think I should try?

Ok, don't laugh, but the first photo shows how I stamped too far up with the flowers in Country Home.  I originally wanted to put the bow to the side, and then decided to cover up the white space with the bow.   What do you think?  There's almost always a fix for mistakes in stamping!  Thanks for stopping by!

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Holiday Catalog Thoughts

Have you browsed through the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog yet?  Do you have a bunch of post-it flags or dog eared pages like I do?  I want to hear what your favorite item is.  For a chance to win a package of Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets, just leave a comment with your favorite item!  I will choose a random lucky winner.

If you do not have a Holiday Catalog and you're not working with another demonstrator, please message me and I will get one right out to you!

I have so many favorites in this catalog - the milk can or pitcher in Country Home, the Tin Tile Embossing Folder, Take Your Pick Tool, the Timeless Tidings kit, I could go on.  Here is my top favorite.  It's such a beautiful set and the watercolor wash background can be used on any occasion!





Don't forget, during the month of September only (yes, you only have a few more days!!), you can get a FREE Corrugated Embossing Folder.  Just place an online order of $40 or more and use the Hostess Code of T6VN6SYU       

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Sandy Stamparatus is Stylin'!

Heads up -- our beloved Stamparatus (I call mine Sandy) just got some accessories!  I'm really excited about the new additions.  These are available on October 1 for customers.  If you're not familiar with the Stamparatus, check out the video below.

HURRY!! Clearance has been updated!

Hope you had a great weekend!  Mine was pretty busy.  My son moved and I was on kid duty from Saturday at noon until Sunday at 6 p.m.  I love them dearly and they are great kids, but I'm beat!  I slept like a log last night.

I wanted to quickly let you know that Stampin' Up! updated the Clearance Rack.  They have some Fast Fuse and refills for those of you who love it!  I'm definitely getting some.  There are lots of other great products in there too, just don't wait too long or you'll miss out!  Click on the red banner below to go straight to the deals!

Brusho Dandelions

I truly love this Dandelion stamp set called Dandelion Wishes!  I decided it needed to be mixed with a Brusho background and here is the result.  I have also been dying to use this yummy new color called Mango Melody, so I went for a red, gamboge (orange) and yellow mix.  I think it matches pretty well.  What to do you think?

I started out by stamping the dandelion in Stazon on watercolor paper.  I let it dry for a bit and then started tapping out the Brusho crystals on the paper.  Then I spritzed with water.  I really love the different looks you can get with Brushos!  You can paint with them or use them like I did here.  I ended up using a sentiment from Happy Birthday, Gorgeous, and the die cut from Merry Christmas, Everyone! 

Watch the Stampin' Up! Video on how to use Brushos below.







Click on the images below to order or browse, and don't forget to use my September Host code to get a FREE Corrugated Embossing folder with orders of $40 or more!  (Host Code: T6VN6SYU ):

September Freebie when you order $40 or more and use this host code:  T6VN6SYU 

Corrugated Folder FREE!

Hello, Stampers!  Anyone who makes an online purchase of $40 or more with me in the month of September will receive the Corrugated Embossing Folder  FREE!  Just use a host code of:  T6VN6SYU   

This is an awesome folder.  It can be used in so many different ways!  I can see it used as a belly band wrap for gift items, on a card for texture, etc.  I will post some samples when I get the chance to play!

Check out the new Holiday Catalog here (or message me and I'll send you one.).  It's beautiful! Leave me a comment letting me know what your favorites are!  And click here to shop:  HOLIDAY

Tin Tile love

I must confess, I buy every embossing folder that Stampin' Up! comes out with. They are very affordable and they give a wow factor to a card.  I bought the Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Embossing Folder from the Holiday Catalog which went live yesterday.  I didn't buy the Galvanized Paper.  It's on my list, but didn't make the cut this time.  This folder is gorgeous in any color!

I keep seeing cards posted using the galvanized paper and the Tin Tile Embossing Folder.  I decided to see how the Frost White Shimmer Paint would work.  I used a Stampin' Sponge and dabbed it on. Here is the outcome.  I used two different sets on this.  I needed a sympathy so I used the Thinking Of You from Rooted in Nature.  I decided to frame it with the Swirly Frames photo polymer set.  This is a versatile set!  I can't wait to play more with it.

Thanks for stopping by!  Please take a moment to let me know what you think.  I love reading your comments.  Let me know if you have questions.  You can find any of the products in my online store (click on flower to the right to shop or browse).

Some of the products used (click to order):

Another cute tag set!

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Tags, tags, tags!

Check out this adorable new set from the Stampin' Up! Holiday catalog!  Can you imagine how many tags you can finish within a short time?   And how many scraps you can use up?!  If you need a holiday catalog and you're not working with another demonstrator, please message me.  I'll be happy to get one in the mail.







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Holiday Catalog!!

The Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog is LIVE!!  Go and take a peek.  You can start ordering NOW!  And don't forget to use the coupons you may have earned in August!!

https://youtu.be/TMlorNM24CA

Beautiful Blizzard Bundle by Stampin' Up!

Last Call for $5 coupons!!

Tomorrow is the very last day to take advantage of Stampin' Up! Bonus Days!!  For every $50 you spend, you will receive a $5 coupon to use in September.  Don't miss out!  There is no limit to the number you can earn or redeem.  I cannot wait to place my order in September using the coupons I've earned!  After you place your order (click on the graphic below), you will receive an email with the coupon which you can save until September.  Then the Holiday Catalog will be active!

Also, another item that will not be available after August 31 is the Blended Seasons.  It is a gorgeous stamp and die bundle that is very versatile.  Check them out by clicking here:

Starting Christmas

I am forcing myself into make a few Christmas cards each month so I'm not overwhelmed in October/November!  I probably should make more than a few though!  I used the Blended Seasons to make this one.  Blended Seasons is available for a limited time only, from August 1-31, and while supplies last.  Don't miss out on this beautiful bundle!  Click on the graphic below to order.

Animals Everywhere!

I loved the Animal Expedition bundle as soon as I saw it.  I hadn't thought about the versatility until I started playing with it.  I had so much fun!

There is the adorable bundle and also matching dsp called Animal Expedition.  Did you know that you can cut the images from the dsp with the dies?  You can even do a mirror image by placing the die on the back side of the dsp.  Just hold it up to a light to line it up  I saw that trick on a Frenchie Stamps video.  Brilliant!!  You will see the giraffe image cut both left and right below.  Also, you might notice the Subtle Dynamic Textured Embossing Folder on the background.  On the rhino, I inked it up with Crumb Cake and ran it through the Big Shot.  The giraffe card was not inked up.

The rhino was for a class card.  I gave everyone the choice of cutting the dsp or stamping the animal and coloring it in.  Most chose the cutting method.  In the last card, I stamped the giraffe and lightly colored in.  What would you choose?

Click here to see or purchase the bundle:

And here for the adorable dsp: