Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Embossimg folders - weekly deals






Hi Stampers

Here are this weeks' deals and it seems there's a theme going on here.  Embossing folders!  These are some of my favorite 'tools' for adding dimension to a card.  And, you know the best part?  They are always affordable @$7.95 but this week Stampin' Up has made it even sweeter.  Check out this nice assortment ... prices are good until Monday Feb 2 at midnight (mountain time).



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Beautifully Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
BEAUTIFULLY BAROQUE TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER
Price$7.95 $5.96
Decorative Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
DECORATIVE DOTS TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER
Price$7.95 $5.96
Lovely Lace Textured Impressions Embossing Folder by Stampin' Up!
LOVELY LACE TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER
Price$7.95 $5.96
Lucky Stars Textured Impressions Embossing Folders by Stampin' Up!
LUCKY STARS TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDERS
Price$7.95 $5.96
More Amore Ensemble
MORE AMORE ENSEMBLE - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Price$9.95 $5.97
Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder by Stampin' Up!
POLKA DOT TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER
Price$7.95 $5.96
Texture Boutique Machine
TEXTURE BOUTIQUE MACHINE
Price$29.95 $22.46
Zig Zag Textured Impressions Embossing Folder by Stampin' Up!
ZIG ZAG TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER
Price$7.95 $5.96

Monday, January 26, 2015

Paper Pumpkin Redux



Hi Stampers

Well, I think I'm finally finished going through my craft room closets to become more organized (and purge!!!).  I can't even count the number of shoe boxes (and other boxes, tins, and jars) that were only holding a few items - most of those contents got tossed.  There were scraps, snippets of ribbon and other junk that I must have just scooped into a box so my room would be 'cleaned up' looking.

But, guess what I found?  A cute little red box with the introductory Paper Pumpkin kit inside.  I had quit Paper Pumpkin after only a couple of months because I didn't think the quality or quantity warranted $20.  For instance, the set I'm showing you at the end of this post only contained supplies for 4 cards and I had to dig into my supplies to supplement that.  But... that was then... and now Stampin Up has really upped their game.  I'd been tempted to try them again, and I finally have.  I don't know what will be in the kit for me the middle of February but I'll share with you.  I'm still a little skittery about PP so I only bought the one month but, if I'm happy with it, I'll go for more.

Here's what subscribers received in January!



Pretty darn cute, right?  And, there's plenty to make it worthwhile.  I'm impressed.

Here are the 4 cards that I made from that first kit... the best part of that one was the acrylic block that was included.  Anyway, like I said, that was then, and this is now... so lets hope for the best.




Have a great day... and thanks for dropping by!

{{hugs}}

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Lotus blossom



Hi Friends

I've finally uploaded my pictures of my January crazy card club card.  We have themes that are loosely followed ;-) and this time it was to do a monochromatic card.  I chose blue but when I stamped the Lotus blossom on the cardstock I wasn't thrilled with the result.  So, out came the whisper white and I liked it much better.  There are 3 lotus 'steps' in the set but, after experimenting with various inks, I decided I liked the look of just the #1 and #2 stamps to create my flower.  Yes, Stampin' Up does put the numbers in the set for you to follow.



If you look closely at the three samples in this picture, the ribbon treatment is different in each one.  I struggled to choose the best option without using a button.  I try to create cards each month that are "mail friendly" because I like to know they've arrived intact.  Here are two ideas I had...



That's a paper button - card stock from a punch


not a very good bow, but this one was considered.


My only 'bulkies' were these little pearls that I colored with blendabilities ... don't try this with markers unless you enjoy having colorful fingers... it won't stay on.  But with the alcohol markers (blendabilities or Copics) it works great to color coordinate your pearls and rhinestones.

Here is the one I went with... just a simple knot with the bakers twine.



Hope you like it....

{{hugs}}

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

weekly deals Jan 20 2015




Hi Stampers

Today I was going to share my newest 'crazy card club' creation but decided I'd like to show you the wonderful deals going on this week at Stampin' Up!  

I think you'll find something here to tickle your fancy ... lots of pretty colors to brighten up a grey day... what do you think?

I'll be back in a few days - maybe tomorrow? - with my 'crazy' card.  It's not so crazy really... I've used the 'lotus blossom' in the new sale a bration catalog and I love that set.  Not to mention the fact that it is FREE with a $50 SU purchase... wow.

Today I am cleaning out two closets which are a total mess.  I really have two passions... tole (decorative) painting and stamping.  It's a bit of a problem storing supplies for both hobbies so I'm trying to rearrange stuff.  I'm also thinking of having a big **SALE** ... please visit often as I'm planning to offer some retired stamp sets here on the blog before putting them up on eBay.  

Sound like a good plan?  Come back soon... progress is being made (I think).

                                                                {{hugs}}



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2013-2015 In Color Stampin' Write Markers
2013-2015 IN COLOR STAMPIN' WRITE MARKERS
Price$14.95 $11.21
2014-2016 In Color Printed Clothespins by Stampin' Up!
2014-2016 IN COLOR PRINTED CLOTHESPINS
Price$5.95 $4.46
2014-2016 In Color Stampin' Write Markers
2014-2016 IN COLOR STAMPIN' WRITE MARKERS
Price$14.95 $11.21
Basic Gray Baker's Twine by Stampin' Up!
BASIC GRAY BAKER'S TWINE
Price$2.95 $2.21
Bermuda Bay Baker's Twine by Stampin' Up!
BERMUDA BAY BAKER'S TWINE
Price$2.95 $2.21
Box Of Chocolates Kit -- Digital Download
BOX OF CHOCOLATES KIT - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Price$9.95 $5.97
Crushed Curry Baker's Twine by Stampin' Up!
CRUSHED CURRY BAKER'S TWINE
Price$2.95 $2.21
Stampin' Blendabilitiesâ„¢ Markers Skin Tone Assortment by Stampin' Up!
STAMPIN' BLENDABILITIES™ MARKERS SKIN TONE ASSORTMENT
Price$22.95 $17.21