I'm Leaving on a Jet Plane

...off to Stampin' Up! convention in Salt Lake City ... Yahooooooooooo!  (I had to learn this "yahoooooo" because at convention everytime a new product is announced (and many given away), we all scream ... "yahooooooo!"   Just practicing!

Okay, here's my favorite swap.  I was going to save this for a Punch Me Silly Class, but after putting together thirty of these card fronts, I don't think I want to make any more!!! 

Is she not adorable?!!!!   Okay, here's a quiz for you ... can you guess how many different punches were used to create this beauty????   Hint, one shape if from a Big Shot Die, not a punch.  You will soon find out.  But, before you read on, see if you can guess ...

Oh, by the way, I made one with white hair and sponged concord crush (purple) on the tips.  It was awesome (looked just like a sophisticated purple-haired lady), but it was just too much work to make 30!

Supply List:

CARDSTOCK:  Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Pacific Point & Real Red
DSP:  Brights Collection Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (pg. 185)
EMBOSSING FOLDER:  Perfect Polka Dots (pg. 219)
BIGZ DIES:  Scallop Squares Duo (pg. 223)
MISC:  Gold Lame Smooch (pg. 203), Rhinestones (pg. 198), Black Marker and a piece of a blue feather from a package of feathers from Dollar Tree!

OKAY ... Here are the punches used (see pages 209-213)

Small Oval & Postage Stamp (Hat)
Bird Builder & Decorative Label (Hair)
Ornament (Face & Turtle Neck)
Owl Builder (Lips)
Lace Ribbon Border (Pumpkin Pie background)
Scallop Edge Border (Pacific Point trim under White Scallop Square)

SO IF YOU GUESSED ... 8 ... PUNCHES USED, YOU GOT IT RIGHT!

Hope you enjoyed this!  I'm saving this swap for the really great card swaps I see.  Sometimes the "swappers" can get a little picky.  They don't want to swap their works of art for just a simple swap.   I'm loaded and ready for some serious swapping this year!!!

As time permits during convention, I will try to post some quick photos of my favorite swaps so you can share my fun!  Stay tuned!!!  YAHOOOOOOOOOOOO!

3 Days to Convention!

It's been a crazy, busy few days and hence, no blog postings.  Returned from PA and then busy getting my swaps ready for convention.  A swap is a CARD FRONT (made with 1/4 sheet of cardstock) to be exchanged swap for swap with other demonstrators throughout the country.  I made 130 swaps; and if all goes well, I should be bringing home 130 card fronts (swaps) to share with my Divas and blog followers.  This is one of my favorite parts of convention.  The ideas are incredible ...

Here's one of my four swaps:


 

The rules of a swap are that you have to use current product and all Stampin' Up! items.  Since the new catalog just came out July 1 and we leave July 12, time is a factor.   For this card I used the following items:

STAMP SET:  Strength & Hope (pg. 4 of Summer Mini - only available through Aug 31, 2011)

CARDSTOCK:  Pear Pizzazz and Old Olive

DSP:  Paisley Petals (pg. 184)

INKS:  Pretty in Pink & Old Olive

PUNCHES:  1" & 1 1/4" CIRCLE PUNCHES & Corner rounder Punch

DIES:  Clearlits Die (pg. 224)

RIBBON:  Pretty in Pink 3/8" Taffeta (pg. 195)

MISC:  Sponges, Dimensionals, Rhinestones & Glue Dots

This stamp set, Strength and Hope, is in my opinion a staple stamp set.  We, unfortunately, all know way too many people who have had the cancer diagnosis and are fighting a tough battle.  The butterfly is a symbol of Hope.  I will be using this set for years to come to have cards made with this set on hand at all times. 

Check back Tuesday a.m. for my favorite swap!!



Still Some Stamp Sets Left

Just back from our stay in PA with my sister and brother-in law.  Love being there and love returning to Sun City!   Great quality time with family and friends and lots of hugs and kisses from the Grandkids ... just love that!   Thanks again to Mary Jane and Bill for a WONDERFUL stay!!!

Had a lot of reservations for my retiring stamp sets marked down over 40%.  Still have a few left.   If you were like me and gone for the weekend, here's what's left.  Just email me to reserve what you'd like and you can either come get them on now or I will save them for you til I see you next.

C=Clear Mount -- W=Wood Mount

2010-2011 CATALOG:

Pg. 10 Birthday Bakery $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Birthday Bakery $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Punch Potpourri $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Punch Potpourri $10C
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10W SOLD
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10W SOLD
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10C
Pg. 12 Apple Blossoms $12C SOLD
Pg. 13 Long Fellows $12C
Pg. 60 Things I Love $10W
Pg. 75 Happy Together $9W SOLD
Pg. 79 So Cute $8C
Pg. 93 Forest Friends $9W
Pg. 96 Bugs & Kisses $16W SOLD
Pg. 110 Hello Again $8W
Pg. 120 Cheap Talk $16W
Pg. 122 Great Friend $11
Pg. 135 Pick a Petal $18W SOLD
Pg. 153 Wonderful Favorites $25W SOLD
Pg. 160 Defining Alphabet $26W SOLD
Pg. 161 Define Your Life $30W SOLD

2011 SALE-A-BRATION Flyer:
Pg. 4 So Happy For You $10W
Pg. 5? Punch Bunch $10C
Pg. 8 Sweet Summer $10W
Pg. 8 Sweet Summer $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Bliss $10C
Pg. 10 Bliss $10C SOLD

OCCASIONS MINI CATALOG 2011
Pg. 4 A Slice of Life $10C

Still time to reserve a Girls' Night out where you get 6-7 of your friends together for a night of stamping.  No obligation for your guests to buy anything.  They simply pay $25 for their night out and leave with 12 cards and envelopes and 2 bookmarkers.   You supply only minimum drinks and some cheese and crackers.  I have two kits left (above papers) but can customize other designer papers to make whatever you'd like.  Call or email me today if you would like to have a fun-filled time with your friends.   AND, did I forget ... you receive free hostess sets and all the extra supplies for doing this.  It's a win-win-win for all!

It's all about Friends and Sharing!

If you've ever thought of becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, even if it's just to get all the great discounts and ideas, now is the time!!!   The regular price of the starter kit is $175  (a $300+ value).  Here's a list of the products you will receive in your kit ... but some can be changed if you already have them:

Easy Events Clear-Mount Set
Pennant Parade Wood-Mount Set
Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Brights 8-1/2" x 11" Assorted Card Stock
Just Add Cake Designer Series Paper*
Chocolate Chip 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon*
Note Cards (20)
Clear-Mount Block C
Blender Pen (1)
SNAIL Adhesive
Business supplies

 FOR JULY ONLY, it can be yours for only $99 AND you will receive a FREE Christmas Keepsake package (value $40) as an additional bonus.

You wonder where I get all my ideas ???  It's all part of being a part of Stampin' Up!   Email me or call me today for more information.

Happy 4th of July

A big THANK YOU to all of our service people, past and present, who have given us our freedom. This is in honor of you!!!

Again, I can't claim credit for these awesome cards ... just more samples found on Stampin' Up's Stampin Connection. The stamp set, Land of the Free on pg. 18 of the Summer Mini Catalog, is available through August 30th.


HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
Thank you Service Men and Women everywhere!!!

More Waxed Cards ...

Here are a few more finished cards from my class last week. This is a messy technique, using Beeswax and designer paper napkins, but the beauty is that it requires very little stamps, ink pads, etc. Just a nice diversion. Enjoy!

I don't know if you noticed or not, but the Framed Tulips embossing makes a perfect background for these images (pg. 218 of the NEW Catalog). If you have not received your new catalog, please contact me for information how you can get one. It is awesome!!! Check out the two new embossing folders on the same page ... Stripes and Houndstooth. Can't wait to get my order and start playing!!!

Thank you so much Dot and Alyse for coming to visit and making our cardmaking time so enjoyable!

Reserve Your Retired Stamp Set(s) Now!

Cheap Talk ...

It's official, you may now reserve one or more of my retired stamp sets marked down approximately 40% and no tax or shipping (for local SC customers). Just email me with the set(s) you want. I will take first come, first served. I will hold them for you til next time I see you. Out of state friends/customers, I will be happy to send you stamp set(s) but would have to charge $5 for shipping and postage. Still would be a great savings if you want more than one set!

Punch Bunch ...

Cheap Talk ...

So get out your old catalog, your Sale-A-Bration Flyer and your last Mini Catalog and start shopping.

I've marked the sets "W" or "C" after the price indicating "wood mounted" or "clear mounted". If there are one of each listed, then please let me know whether you want wood or clear.


See Below for list of Stamp Sets:










C=Clear Mount -- W=Wood Mount

2010-2011 CATALOG:
Pg. 10 Birthday Bakery $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Birthday Bakery $10C
Pg. 10 Punch Potpourri $10C
Pg. 10 Punch Potpourri $10C
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10W SOLD
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10W SOLD
Pg. 11 Because I Care $10C
Pg. 12 Apple Blossoms $12C SOLD
Pg. 13 Long Fellows $12C
Pg. 60 Things I Love $10W
Pg. 75 Happy Together $9W SOLD
Pg. 79 So Cute $8C
Pg. 93 Forest Friends $9W
Pg. 96 Bugs & Kisses $16W SOLD
Pg. 110 Hello Again $8W
Pg. 120 Cheap Talk $16W
Pg. 122 Great Friend $11
Pg. 135 Pick a Petal $18W SOLD
Pg. 153 Wonderful Favorites $25W SOLD
Pg. 160 Defining Alphabet $26W SOLD
Pg. 161 Define Your Life $30W SOLD

2011 SALE-A-BRATION Flyer:
Pg. 4 So Happy For You $10W
Pg. 5? Punch Bunch $10C
Pg. 8 Sweet Summer $10W
Pg. 8 Sweet Summer $10C SOLD
Pg. 10 Bliss $10C
Pg. 10 Bliss $10C SOLD

OCCASIONS MINI CATALOG 2011
Pg. 4 A Slice of Life $10C