Green and Black Birthdays

What is it about green and black that I just love? Everytime I pair up Old Olive and Basic Black, I have to make another card using the same colors! This first card is a birthday card for my big sis an the second card is a birthday card for my dad. Who, by the way, is visiting me this week during his birthday. I feel so special. I actually need to leave to go pick my mom and dad up at the airport in just a few minutes. Just wanted to post these real fast! Happy Stamping!!

Stamp Camp Fun!

Stamp Camp was certainly fun this month. Halloween is just so much fun whatever you make, do or dress up as! On this card we used the brayer over a Versa Mark stamped image. The stamp set is "House of Haunts" and the DS paper is "Cast a Spell".

Of course, "From the Crypt" is a favorite stamp set of mine, just because the designs are so cool! We "rocked" our orange spider in black to get the tips a different color. We used ink pens to color in the greeting in different colors. The greeting came from the level 1 Hostess set, "Holiday Best". We also added some black glitter to the card to give it a little zing!

Boy, oh boy! I sure have seen this cute little coffin floating around blogs and splitcoast stampers a lot this season. The pattern is directly from Martha Stewart's site. Click here to get the pattern. So these are just 3 of our stamp camp make and takes. Happy Stamping! Happy Haunting!! :)

Creepy Crow Card Tutorial

I thought I was losing my mojo for stamping. I felt uncreative and bored. I was browsing Splitcoast Stampers when I came across a card by Michelle Zindorf. I was totally engrossed with her style. I quickly clicked over to her blog and went nuts! My juices started flowing again! I think over the past couple of years, I had been using more designer paper for my backgrounds and forgot to use my whole stamp set, like I used to!!!! I quickly ran down to my stamp room to recreate her card that I posted here: Michelle likes using the brayer and teaches classes on how to use it all over the country! I have a brayer, but just never used it. Why? I don't really know. I guess it was because I haven't been real successful at it. After looking at her blog, I pulled it out again for the first time in probably 8 years!!! Yes, 8 years! Needless to say, we will be using the brayer at our next stamp camp on the 28th of this month! Ha ha!

Okay, so now that I have given a shout out to Michelle for getting my mojo flowing again, on to my card. I love paper, stationery, etc... like I have said in the past... yada, yada, yada! Anyway, I got an email from on of my favorite sites that I have ordered from in the past, (Stationery Studio) great website with great stuff and I saw this Halloween Invitation. My head was spinning with ideas!!! Even though I broke a lunch date to stay home and clean, I couldn't help myself and I am so pleased that I did!! Sorry, Linda and Cathy! Hope you forgive me!! So here is my VERY FIRST TUTORIAL!! YEAH!!

The finished card.
1. You will need a brayer, Versa Mark Pad, Basic Black pad or Staz On pad. More Mustard and Pumpkin Pie ink pads, glossy card stock, black ribbon and, if you choose, punches for the Halloween sentiment.
The stamp sets that I used are: Graveyard Gala, Autumn Days, Branch Out, Teeny Tiny Wishes and the retired set, Simple Shapes.

2. Stamp the moon (circle) with Versa Mark on to glossy card stock.

3. Using the lighter color first, brayer it on to the bottom of the card. Use the darker color for the top of the card. The circle will show up during this step.

4. Tear a piece of paper and place it just below where the two colors meet. Brayer it in the darker color again to give it shape.

5. This is how it should look.

6. Take the tree from Branch Out and turn it upside-down to make it look like the tree is above.

**Branch Out stamp set is on the Dormant List and is not in the current catalog. If you don't have this set, it is one I highly recommend. It is also one of my favorites!! :)

7. Stamp the crows on the trees from Graveyard Gala. 8. Using the Autumn Days stamp set, stamp the wild weeds over one another to make it look wild. I even turned the stamps over and used the bottoms to make more weeds.

9. Adhere the glossy cardstock to Basic Black card stock. If you look closely, you will notice something has changed on my card. I only have one crow and my weeds are a little different. Why? Because after all that work, when I went to adhere the glossy to the black cardstock, I didn't notice how messy my hands were and I got BLACK FINGERPRINTS all over my card! UGHHHHH! So I had to go back and start over. Make sure your inky fingers are clean!! Oh well, didn't I say this was my FIRST tutorial! hee hee! 9. Add whatever you like to the inside of the card...

10. Add ribbon and a punched out sentiment and voila'! The finished product!

How did I do??

Creativity Unleashed!

I love it when I can let my class go free to get creative! These ladies did such a great job, that I had to photograph their finished products. This is my original. I gave them chipboard, paper and stamps and let them go! Look how great their finished products turned out!

Jodi's frame is below. She used an orange jewel on the skeleton's tooth. Looks great!I love how Alison sponged her background. Especially around the tree! So artistic!

I love the white scrolled paper as the background on Linda's frame, but I really love her little frame where she used the crows and sponged the background yellow. Fun! Fun!
Linda's small frame...
Alison used the crows on the inside of her card with the circle punches! So creative!!

Thanks for coming to class ladies!! Hope to see you at Stamp Camp on September 28th!! It will be spooky and fun!

Spooky Sponged Card

It is rare that I see a card that I just HAVE to try right away, but I saw this card on SCS, by Michelle Zindorf, this morning and I couldn't wait! I ran right down to my "office" and got started! I LOVE IT!!!!!! It was so much fun to make, even though I have a horrible head cold! I actually felt like I accomplished something today!! Check out Michelle's blog here.

Boxes, Bags and More Class

Good afternoon! Where is the sun? The clouds are making me sleepy!!! Here is what we accomplished in today's "Boxes, Bags and More" class. The frog looks so cute and easy, but it was time consuming and not quite as easy as it looked. I will post the directions later.

I like this "Game Night" bag. Perfect for a little treat to give out at a party. We used the "Game Night" stamp set and the "Jackpot" paper. We stuffed the bag with a deck of cards. We used the XL die, "Elegant Bag". I think it turned out nice and the silver strips make it look Las Vegas-ie!! LOL

How darned cute is this Birthday Box. I have made this Mini Pizza Box before and it is tooooooo easy! Love that! You can find the tutorial on the Splitcoast Stampers website. We used the "Fast and Fun Notes" and colored them in with the new in-color markers. Topped it off with the new Bermuda Bay ribbon. I just love things that match!! :)

I am giggling because I just noticed that my frog's foot slid to the center of the bag. Rib-butt! This project is so cute, but was a pain in the butt to make!! ha ha! As cute as it turned out, I can tell you now, that I would never make multiples of this for a birthday party. Maybe it gets easier the more you make it, so I shouldn't knock it totally. However, all the gals at class agreed! :)

Okay! Now my favorite! Love this box! I also have made this before, but I just love the new "Autumn Meadows" DS paper. Perfect for a Thanksgiving gift! You can find the tutorial here...

Another Medallion Card

This was one of the first cards that I made with the Medallion stamp. It is a 5X5 card. I stamped the image and then used the Circle Cutter to cut it out. When I realized that it was a tad harder than I thought to get it perfect, I cut another circle and laid the circle on top of an "up-side-down" medallion and rubbed my hands over the paper. Viola'! Not bad for not seeing what I was doing! ha! Sometimes big stamps just work easier that way.

I LOVE HALLOWEEN!

I don't know if this has ever happened to you fellow bloggers, but my camera had such a hard time focusing in on this card, I had to take quite a few pictures to get it clear. I also had to take the picture with the card at an angle to get it this clear. I was wondering whether it was the wrinkled paper or the printed paper itself? HMMM?? The only decent picture I took of the front of the card is way off center, so please forgive.
Anyway, I LOVE Halloween and I LOVE this card! I used "From the Crypt","Graveyard Gala"
and "Eat, Drink and Be Scary". The orange card stock is the new in color "Dusty Durango" and the printed paper is from the new Mini Occasions Catalog. I am crazy about it! More Halloween goodies to come. Hope to see you at my "Boxes, Bags and More" class on the 31st.!

August Stamp Camp Cards

It is so sad that I have not gotten on my blog frequently enough to post cards. Now I have to try and do them all at once! Sorry. This month's stamp camp was a little tougher than most, but I had some of my most experienced card makers there, so it wasn't so bad.

I saw this tutorial for the Tri-Shutter Card on SCS and I knew I had to try it. I ended up making it 3 different times, not because it was hard, but because I didn't know what paper to use! This black and white paper will be out in the Mini Occasions catalog that should be in the mail soon. I love it! There is so much you can do with it! I can't wait to show you what I am working on now, but I am waiting for my shipment of ribbon to come in before I can finish it. You'll love it, I just know!!

This Medallion card was a hit. For camp, I changed the Real Red card stock to Ruby Red and changed the ribbon as well, and I think the cards that the ladies made turned out better. Never-the-less, this stamp is gorgeous and looks so great on textured paper.

Does this Thanksgiving card look familiar? It is because I made it for my husband for Father's Day. You can see it here. I liked it so much, I wanted the gals to give it a try. Lexicon of Leaves is another beautiful new stamp set.

I have had so much fun with my new butterfly punch and the Folded Flowers XL Die from SU! that I can't stop making cards using them both. Another BIG favorite of mine is this paper! It is a new Designer Series paper called "Cottage Wall". LOVE IT!

Hope to see you at my next class, "Boxes, Bags and More!" on August 31st!

Thinking of You

I really enjoyed making this card. I like how the flower and the butterfly look together!! I just love it when Stampin' Up! makes punches that fit perfectly with stamp sets. Look how easy it was to cut out my butterfly. You can find the butterfly punch on page 187 of the new catalog or just click here. So cute! I also used the new Sizzix XL die cut, "Folded Flowers". You can find this die on page 201 or click here. I also used the 1 3/8 and 1 1/4 circle punches for the center of the circle. Paper used: Whisper White, So Saffron and Certainly Celery card stock and the DS paper, "Tea Party". The stamp set I used is also new. It is "Teeny Tiny Wishes". This set is loaded with sayings that you can use over and over again!
Can't wait to show you all the new fun products at my two classes this month! Sign up soon!

Friendship Medallion

OMG! I am totally in love with this stamp! This is going to be one of those stamps that I will want to pull out every time I make a card! The beautiful "Medallion" stamp from SU! can be use for absolutely any occasion! I have seen countless sample cards that are so gorgeous using this stamp. We will be using this stamp in my upcoming stamp class! For this card, I stamped the image twice and cut out the center of the red image using the 1 3/8 inch circle punch. So simple, so beautiful! Can't wait to show it to you at camp! Happy Stamping!

Pendant Park

Where has this summer gone? I can tell you where mine has gone. Basketball. Loving that my daughter is playing, but it has taken almost our whole summer. I am so proud of my daughter and husband... Their team took 2nd place in at Nationals in Orlando. I love that they are together, spending such quality time together. Picture below...


Okay, now on to the card. This card is from the new stamp set, "Pendant Park". The beautiful brown paper is one of the new in colors, "Soft Suede". I used it with Basic Black, Always Artichoke and Very Vanilla card stock. Simple card, but so lovely. :)


My husband is the coach on the left and my daughter is number 34!! :) Way to go Cager girls!!

While I was waiting for my new stamps to arrive from SU! I made this card. The unfortunate thing is that I forgot to post it early last week. Then my in-laws came for a week and my blog was the last thing on my mind! Anyway, here is the card and here is a picture of my daughter and her grandparents at lunch one day. Hope your 4th was as great as mine was! Down to the craft room to start using all my new stuff!! YAY!!

Animal Cracker Box and Bag with Scallops

Oh my gosh, this box was so easy! I found this tutorial on this great little animal cracker box on Tracy's blog, Inky Doodles. One sheet of paper is all it takes! So much fun to make into your own design!! For this box I used Old Olive, Melon Mambo and Basic Black card stock. Two jumbo brads, black hemp string, and "Beautiful Butterflies" Sizzex die. The design in front came from the "Tulipe" die found only from Stampin' Up! I cut the design to fit the box. The "for you" stamp came from the stamp set "One of a Kind". Easy as that!

For the scallop bag below, I used the "Bag with Scallops" die cut from Sizzex's. Since the was the first time I used the die and I was short on time, I didn't decorate it. At least you can see how cute the bag is!! I will be making more of these at a later time.

Father's Day Card and Mini Pizza Box

"Lexicon of Leaves" and "Teeny Tiny Wishes" are two new stamp sets available July 1st. I knew I would like this leaf stamp. It stamps clearly and I love that! For this card I also used the new SU! punch called "Modern Label". The current "Word Window" punch fits perfectly with the new one and together they make a beautiful label. Soft Suede is the mat color on the card. I stamped the leaf image twice, cut it out and used dimensionals to make it pop. I colored the leave in with chalks. It turned out pretty nice, don't you think?

This morning I saw Jen Del Muro's tutorial for the "Mini Pizza Box" and I had to try it! Talk about EASY!!!!! I love easy!~LOL Click here to see her tutorial. Hope you will try one!

Echoes of Kindness

As much as I like the way this card turned out, it was really hard for me to make. I like these colors, but they are not colors that I would usually use. That is the good thing about using printed paper in cards, the colors make you think outside the normal color combinations. The new Razzleberry Lemonade paper made me do just that. For the card stock, I used the new colors Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry. The new ribbon is great and Rich Razzleberry is it's name. Now, I am off to shop with my daughter on the HOT June day!

Circle Circus

Oh! Sunday is over and Monday is here. What a wonderful morning it was yesterday. Now to the start of the week...... UGH!
In the next few days, I will be making more cards with the new set "Circle Circus". That way you can see as much of the stamp set as possible. There is so much you can do with this set and I really like it. I also used two of the new colors. Bermuda Bay and Soft Suede. I can tell you already that my favorite is Soft Suede. I love using brown and you will probably see me use this one often.

Manhattan Flower

There is nothing better than a morning like this morning. It is cool with a slight breeze. It feels like a September morning in Georgia, rather than June. I will take any break from the heat that I can get. I am sitting on my deck having coffee, with laptop in hand. The birds are chirping and I can hear the occasional hammering of a Wood Pecker. It seems like the whole neighborhood is still asleep. It feels so peaceful and I wish the whole day could feel like this. Even my younger dog, Kinley feels at peace because he is not going crazy to bark at the squirrels in the trees. God is good!
Okay, for the card. I can't believe that I have had the embossing folder "Manhattan Flower" from SU, of course, for a couple of months and this week was time that I have used it. It is so beautiful! It looks so elegant on Whisper White card stock. The DS paper that I used is from the Parisian Breeze packet that will not longer be available. I loved using this thick specialty paper for making boxes. You also could make a card out this thick paper alone. Sorry to see it go. Well, my stamping friends, I hope your day brings you as much peace as I am feeling now. Enjoy your Sunday! Regina :)

Rasberry Tart Birthday

I can't wait for you all to see the new catalog! The ideas! Oh, the ideas!!! I have not had a chance to play with my new stuff yet, since it has been a busy week, but keep looking for it because it won't be long.
Once again, Chat inspired me with here card here. Her card is gorgeous. I chose to the Raspberry Tart DS paper, along with Rose Red and Pink Pirouette card stock. I just love the Flower Daisies #2 Die Cut from Sizzix.

The New "In Colors" Are Here!

I received my new catalog yesterday and it is already filled with many post it notes!! I absolutely love the new catalog layout! The ideas are fantastic! Also with the new catalog, I was able to preorder some things! Just look at the new "In Colors! Just look at that lovely ribbon! Ah! I am in heaven! I love new things!! Especially when it has to do with stamping or scrapping. I really dig the new color names! Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay. I can't wait to stamp with the Soft Suede. It just looks so rich! I will break down the paper colors for you later today. Can't wait to set up a stamp camp loaded with new ideas!! Happy Stamping!!

Black Butterflies

I love black and green together, so when I saw Chat's card over at "Me, My Stamps and I" it totally inspired me! The black just makes the butterflies pop out! The saying came from the stamp set "Hope Happens". The DS paper came from the Simply Scrappin' packet, "Hoppy Memories" and the butterflies were cut with Sizzix's "Beautiful Butterflies" die. Thanks for inspiring me, Chat! I love your card and mine too! :)

Inspired Style

I love getting inspired from other blogs. I whipped out 4 cards yesterday that were inspired by others. This card from Heather Nichols blog inspired me. I love her blog because she uses the Kraft Cardstock quite a bit with white ink and her cards always look so clean and natural. She is very talented.
For my card, I used two stamp sets; "Simple Friendship" and "Embrace Life". Whisper White craft pad, Kraft, More Mustard and Close to Cocoa card stock. The ribbon is Chocolate Chip taffeta ribbon. Thanks for inspiring me, Heather!

Rockabilly Recipe Book

My dear friend, Cathy celebrated her birthday yesterday. She saw a recipe book that I made for my niece over a year ago and simply teased me that she would like one... Well, I finally got around to it! Above is her birthday card and below are pictures of the recipe book. SU's Rockabilly paper really makes it pop! I wish I had more time to make each page a little more decorative, but I think she will be happy to get the recipes. Now, she just needs to share all of her recipes with me!! :)

It's a Loop Thing

Since I won't get my new catalog until Thursday, I am guessing that this little stamp set and paper will be in the new catalog because it wasn't on the "Last Chance" list. The decorative paper and stamp set were a Level 3 Hostess package in the current catalog. The stamp set was called "It's a Loop Thing" and the DS paper is "Hand Drawn". I really hope to see the paper again, because it was absolutely adorable! The saying is from the stamp set "Smarty Pants".

Ocean Commotion

A little "Ocean Commotion" in the summer! Again, I highlighted all the retiring "in - colors". Something to think about getting before they are gone.

Rustic Rooster

I can't believe that this is the first time I am using this stamp set and it is retiring. I really like this set, but just had not pulled it off the shelf until today. I am going to keep this one because I know I will use it again. It was a level 2 hostess set. All card stock is retiring... Kiwi Kiss, Tangerine Tango and Baja Breeze.

Saying Goodbye

I have been under the weather the past few days. On top of that, we are doing some remodeling in our home. Stamping seems to be a luxury that I am not finding time for lately. However, I am very excited about the new catalog and the new "In-Colors". This birthday card was made with the "Doodle This" stamp set that is retiring. You have until the end of June to buy this before it is gone forever. I also used Kiwi Kiss card stock which you also will not see anymore. Be sure to check out the list that is retiring and stock up on items that will no longer be available. Happy Stamping!

Scrapper of the Year!

goes to Alison Nadeau! She just does the most amazing layouts! Look at her mosaic with the beautiful flowers and trees in her yard! I just think it is beautiful! I love scrapping with her and getting all her wonderful ideas! :)

Linda's Graduation Cards

My fellow stamper, Linda, made these graduation cards the last time we all got together to work. She used the "Great Grad" stamp set on page 46 of the catalog and is now on the retiring stamp list. If you like these cards you may want to snap up this stamp set before it is gone forever. To see the retiring list, click here.

Happy Father's Day

Well, the cute baby birds on top of our t.v. outside have spread their wings and flown away. I was checking on them daily and it looked as though they were ready and sure enough, I went out their Saturday and they were gone. I love spring! Unfortunately, we have had so much rain! I guess that means more time indoors to stamp!! I just spent the weekend scrapping with friends, while my daughter and husband were off at a basketball tournament. I had to stay home with the dogs since it was an overnighter. Such fun! Anyway, here are a few Father's Day cards using the "And Many Mower" set. This is the cutest Father's Day/Men's Birthday stamp set that Stampin' Up! has come out with. Hope all the dad's in our family will enjoy their cards!!

No Time for Cards... Here is why...

Basketball, Tennis, Spring all around me, 8th grade formal!
Whew!

Queen's of the Court

I made these cute little notebooks for my tennis team and gave them out at our party last night. We all had such a great time and even wore crowns to prove that we are queens! LOL! This new cricut cartridge is just the best! I believe it is "Sports Mania", but I will have to run downstairs and double check. Below are pictures of some of the queens!

Peggy, Cathy, Kathi and Jean

Sophie, Lucy,Gianine, Jackie and Linda

Michelle and Leslie


Lynn and Renee

Sympathy Card

Two too many in one week. My brother-in-laws mother passed away this passed Sunday and a friend's father passed on Friday. I certainly don't like making these cards, but it sure is nice to have the stamps to do it, if need be. Hopefully, I won't be making another one for a while.

Happy Mother's Day!

I need to get these in the mail today! Happy Mother's Day everyone! What a special time to honor our moms! I use Fifth Avenue Floral and All Holidays stamp sets in these cards. Off to a birthday lunch!

Babies, Birthdays and the Gadget Queen!

I love gadgets! My daughter calls me the gadget queen. Everything in my kitchen has a purpose. It is the same way in my craft room. Many times, I would feel guilty about collecting so many different kinds of circle cutters, circle punches, die cuts, etc. However, I quickly learned that there are times that one cutting system doesn't work for all projects. This is the reason I love die cuts that nest! I knew I wanted to use this stamp, but every circle punch and other circle cutters that I used would not nest and layer just the way I wanted them to. I went to my die cuts that fit perfectly together and viola! Perfection! Love them! I am going to a baby shower today for one of our tennis pros and I was asked to make this card from our team. I think it turned out really cute! I don't get to use pink card stock and baby stamps very often! Nice to have those on hand, too! :)

A girlfriend on my tennis team is also celebrating a birthday tomorrow. I just love the Urban Garden paper pack. The colors are just so striking! Well, off to make some goodies for my tennis team! End of season party at my house this week! What an opportunity to craft! ;-)

For the Bride To Be!

Where has the last two months gone? I can't believe how crazy it has been. May is the busiest of them all! I have totally neglected my blog. I am hoping to catch way up in June! We will see! My niece just got engaged, so I made this card for her. I am glad I snapped a picture of it before I mailed it because it turned out so well! The cardstock is Pink Pirouette, Rose Red and Whisper White. The beautiful patterned paper is from the Bella Rose packet.

Birthday's Galore!

April is full of birthdays!! Here are just a few that I will be giving away. The two below are two of the cards we made at the April Stamp Camp. Happy Birthday, friends!! ;)

Spring Break in Mexico!

What a wonderful week it was! I am trying to get back into the grind but my mind is still on Mexican time! Slow and relaxed! I have not been to the craft room in a couple of weeks. I will get there this week to create something! Stay tuned! Don't forget to sign up for stamp camps Monday the 21st and Tuesday evening the 22nd.

Special Offer from me!

Happy first day of spring, everyone! Starting today through March 30th you can order the stamp set "Friends 24-7" on page 81 of the current catalog at 20% off. That is my discount! Email me today @ reginarunge@hotmail.com to take advantage of this special offer. This offer is only available through me!!

Another Notepad

I just had to try another one! I whipped this one out pretty fast!

Back to my old title

As promised before, I went back to my old blog title, however, I couldn't change my web address. The last title was only temporary. So... new/old blog title, new picture, same web address.

Cute Notepads

I can't believe that I haven't tried to do this before! I had seen so many decorated notepads and thought they would just take too much time. Especially since you have to take the wire binder off! Boy, was I wrong! This was so darned easy and fun!! I just love how they turned out! I am going to be making these forever, now! YAY!!

I made this notepad for my daughter. I used the "Just Jawing" stamp set with the Rockabilly DS paper. (Funny, I always thought it was Rockability) ha!

This one is a little more mature. The paper is from the packet "Bella Blue" and the sentiment is from the new stamp set "Sense of Time" that will be available to purchase on April 1st through our Occasions Mini Catalog. The monogram letter is from the "Lovely Letters" stamp set. Can't wait to make more of these little cuties!

A Mix of Cards

I have had this little stamp set "Cheers to You" for a while and hadn't used it. I am so happy that I did, because I really like this card! I made this for a friend who is having a birthday this week. Didn't it turn out cute?

I used two stamp sets for this card. The sentiment came from the stamp set "Bird on a Branch" and the cute little tree and boots came from "Branch Out". This is one of my favorite cards that I made this month.

Now, the dandy little stamp set will be available starting April 1st. You will see "Just Beachy" in the upcoming "Occasions Mini Catalog". The flip-flop card below was also made with this set. The set doesn't come with any sentiments so immediately I thought of the "life is good" stamp from a retired set. In the card below I used "happiness" from the stamp set, "Warm Words".

Taylor was going to a birthday party so I whipped up this little card. I watched Dawn's video over at "Dawn's Stamping Thoughts"

and saw her use packaging tap behind the punches to hold the glitter! Just brilliant! No gluey messes!

March Stamp Camp

I just love this little box. It was cut with the Big Shot and the Bigz XL die "Box #2" on page 194 of the catalog. It is so EASY to put together. We used the extra thick DS paper from the "Parisian Breeze Specialty" pack. How fun stuff it with a little surprise for someone!!

This card was hard to photograph. The white craft ink didn't show up on some of the pictures. I really like how this card turned out. We used the slit punch to close the card. Cut your card stock as usual and fold. Then cut off 1" from the front of the card. That will make your card fit perfectly in the little slit. The stamp set was Sale-a-bration set, "Polka Dot Punches".

Here we cut the circles with a die cut. The stamp set we used was "Simple Friendship" and the DS paper was "Urban Garden". Card stock is Baja Breeze and Not Quite Navy.

I absolutely love this "Bird on a Branch" card and this picture does not do it justice. Alison designed this card to share with us at stamp camp. You can't see it from this picture, but we used the Scor Pal to design a grid on the base of the card. The card stock used is Pacific Point and Garden Green with Pacific Point ribbon. Nice job, Alison! :D

This goes to show you that an easy card can look great! We used Cameo Coral card stock and with DS paper "Pink Flamingo" matted with Basic Black. The word stamp came from "Three Little Words".

Occasions Mini Catalog Easter Pre-order

Hi Stampers! Although the Occasions Mini Catalog is not available to your customers until April 1, SU! wanted to give customers time to create their Easter projects using our adorable new Easter stamp sets and accessories. You can pre-order these items now... To view the Occasions Mini catalog, click here.
Item
Description
Retail Price
113196
An Egg-cellent Easter
$21.95
113262
Wagon Full of Fun
$34.95
113822
Eight Great Greetings
$27.95
115421
Ocho saludos geniales (Spanish Eight Great Greetings)
$27.95
114643
Huit souhaits sympas (French Eight Great Greetings)
$27.95
113833
Egg Hunt Stampin' Around wheel
$6.50

Three Little Words

Here is another card with Rasperberry Tart. Isn't this paper just great? The color palate is just awesome! Kiwi Kiss, Rose Red, Real Red, Cameo Coral! These papers just compliment each other so well! The stamp set I used is "Three Little Words". I copied this layout from one I found on Splitcoast. I will have to do some digging to find the sample card since I never saved it. Have a happy "hump day"! :)

Fifth Avenue Floral

I can not get enough of this stamp set! I just love, love, love these flowers! The look cool in white too! This is a card for my good friend who just got engaged! The word set is retired "Word on Word". More to come!

HMMMM! Should I just start over??

What the heck?

Can you believe that I have been using blogger for over a year and have never had a problem...
I am still trying to fix this! Please bear with me! :0 Ugh!

This is driving me crazy!

So sorry if you are viewing my blog. I tried to change the background and everything went haywire! I have to leave for a tennis match, but will be back to fix it soon! All links are now at the bottom of the page.

Got to get this in the mail!

Just a quick post of a card I made for my nephew, Brad. He is turning 12! Happy Birthday, Brad!! Now, got to go get it in the mail!

Yummy For Your Tummy Bags

This bag is a sample of the goodie bags I made for my stamp campers last week! I started to make a little homemade treat of Peanut Clusters but my chocolate burned! That has never happened to me before! :( So I ran out and bought some peanut brittle to put in the bags. The little stamp is from the "Yummy" stamp set in the Sale-a-bration mini catalog that you can see here.

Alison's Valentine's Cards

Aren't these great? Alison always does such a great job with her cards! As a matter of fact, she will be making a card for us to do at our March Stamp Camp. I can't wait to see what she comes up with! Thanks for sharing, Alison!!

February Stamp Camp Cards

The new DS paper Rockability is so awesome! The gloss on the paper is so cool! I wish you could see it better from this card. The whole packet is great! The new eyelet border punch is also a new favorite of mine! Each catalog they are coming up with some new things that I just love and this is one of those things! The stamp set is "Big on Spring".
As much as I love deep purple, I never seem to use Elegant Eggplant card stock or ink. I stick with the same old favorites. I forced myself to make this card and actually it turned out pretty good. The silver balls actually look like pearl in this picture, but the compliment the color well. The stamp sets I used were "On Your Birthday" and "Doodle This".

Here is that nifty little box again! I think the gals had a good time making this. The scallop circle stamp is from the set "Love You Much". We used blender pens and ink pads to softly color it in. The tag saying came from the Sale-a-bration set "Yummy"!!

I love the simplicity of this card. This card is a good design if you need to make multiples!! The "Fifth Avenue Floral" stamp set is my new favorite. The DS paper the coordinates with this is Urban Oasis. It is sheik and fresh! Especially with these two colors!! I think I will make more of this card and send them to a friend!! :D
What can I say about not only the great color palate of DS paper "Raspberry Tart", but the wonderful, beautiful new stamp set "Branch Out". I will use this stamp set for many years to come!

So there you have it... Stamp camp make and takes, minus one card. I will post that later. Hope to see you on March 9th for our next camp!

Happy Birthday???

Well, it is my birthday today and it sure has been great!! Starting off with a little surprise breakfast from my tennis team, lunch with a good friend and well...yes... a little stamping! Top it off with dinner with my two favorite people (Mark and Taylor) and that makes it the perfect day!

The card in this picture started off with a little piece of scrap paper. I just wanted to see how this stamp would look on printed paper and I ended up liking it enough to use it in a card and this is what I came up with! The stamp is from retired set, "Finest Flourishes" and the words are from "On Your Birthday". Pretty cute for just messing around! What a great day! Life is good! ;)

Forever Friends

This is one of those stamp sets that I just loved and it retired before I ever got to show it at stamp camp. The "forever friends" is from "Beautiful Borders" and the leaves are from "Finest Flourishes". A beautiful set that retired too quickly for me!! I really like the simplicity of this card. Sometimes, simpler is better. I will be sending this to a dear friend for her birthday!! This next card is completely done with "Beautiful Borders". I like it too, but the dimensions were off for me. I think I should have made it into a 5x7 card. Oh well! Thought I would post it anyway.

Classy Valentine

I made this Valentine and 4 others just like it for Taylor's math tutor who will be giving them away with a donation for several causes. I can't remember if it was for the Rotary Club or another club, but I was happy to do it. I need to make 5 more of a different style. I like having a project like this. I used Bravo Burgundy, Gold and Basic Black card stock. Gold Encore pad with the "Always" and retired "Wonderful Words" stamp sets. Gold embroidery thread was circled around the heart. I actually think the card is prettier in person. I think I need to retake the picture with a white background. I just don't have the time to do it again... After tennis season! I am sorry to all of you that I have had to cancel stamp camp. I never guessed that this month would get so crazy for me. Hope you are stamping at home and will be ready for February's Stamp Camp!!

Let's Play!

Check out this new "Jack Pot" Designer Serier paper and "Game Night" stamp set. The "You're Invited" came from "Sincere Salutations". I guess I could have printed up a whole mock invitation, but I just left it blank. I just love this paper! There is so much you can do with it. I can't wait to use it for Bunko at my house in February. I am not sure what for yet, but I will figure something out! I can't wait for you all to see the new catalog! I am sure you will start sticky noting every page like I did!

Chipboard Love!

I have all this chipboard and I store it away and forget to use it! So I pulled it out today and inked it up with the Riding Hood Red pad and a sponge. The card actually looks better in person. The lighting didn't work well with this card, but I still like it. My goal this year is to use up all the extra "stuff" I own this year...like chipboard! ;) Oh yeah! I got my new catalogs yesterday! My wish list is three pages long! The new dies for the Sizzex are awesome!

Happy Heart Day

I am so pleased with this card. It is from the stamp set "Happy Heart Day". I surprised myself! The cardstock is Riding Hood Red, Kiwi Kiss and the DS paper from the Bella Rose paper packet. The ribbon is also Kiwi Kiss. Have a great winter day! :)

More Love You Much!

It is going to be a busy week, so I decided to do two posts today. Does the layout of the first card look familiar?? Click here to see what I am talking about. Scroll down to the third card. If you see a layout that you like, you can use it with anything! I really like the Bella Rose paper and I think it is perfect for Valentine cards. I will pick one of these two layouts to make at stamp camp!! Oh, we will have fun! It is going to get very cold here this week. It will be great to bundle up in a cozy sweatshirt and stamp...after cleaning the whole house and getting all the laundry done, of course! ;) Ha Ha!

Valentine Goodie Box

This is about one of the easiest boxes that I have ever made! Can you believe that this box is made out of this little hand-dandy envelope from our Sizzix die cuts. Click here to see what envelope I am talking about. Click here to view the die itself. The stamp set is from the "Love You Much" Valentine Bundle. I used my blender pen with Kiwi Kiss, Riding Hood Red and Pink Pirouette stamp pads. The stamp perfectly fits the scallop circle, so it was so very easy to make this box look cute! We will be making this cute box or one similar to it at this month's stamp camp. From what I understand, we are getting some great new dies for the Big Shot in this new catalog. I just got word that my catalogs shipped. I will be anxiously waiting for my favorite man in that big brown truck! I am looking forward to seeing you all on the 21st! Until then, happy stamping!!

Celtic Knots - Retired

Sorry this picture is a little crooked. I had the retired set "Celtic Knots" for sale last week and no one picked it up. Thankfully for me, because I needed for this Sympathy card. My friend lost her Grandmother this weekend. :( Once again I pulled out that Night of Navy card stock and paired it with Old Olive. The "with sympathy" came with the Beautiful Borders set. I was making cards this weekend and am not sure I am too happy with any of them. I will decide whether or not to share them today.. Have a good one!

Hand Drawn Bundle

Don't you just love this paper and the rub ons? Both are from the new catalog. The Hand Drawn Bundle is a Level 3 Hostess Set! I just love how cute the paper is! I am dying to get my new catalogs to see more!! Remember, the first day of purchase from the new catalog is January 19th! Stamp Camp is January 21st! Looking forward to seeing you all!

Love You Much!

It's funny to me that I could go almost a whole year without using Night of Navy card stock and once I pull it out, I continue to want to use it! The stamp is from the new "Love You Much" stamp set. The Love You Much Bundle is on sale until January 31st. I like showing that a "Valentine" stamp set can be used for so much for than Valentines!!

Thanks for coming!

Thanks to all of you for coming to my "Gone Crazy Sale"!! It was so nice to clean out my craft room. I will have the left over stamps available to buy at all stamp camps until they are gone. I haven't figured out the whole "e-bay" deal yet... Looking forward to seeing you at stamp camp January 21st. I can't wait to get creative!
I like this picture of Cathy happily looking through paper!

A Little Somethin'

Good morning! I finally had a little time to get into my craft room to stamp. My husband has been adding some shelves for me, (love him!!), so it has been a mess this past week. This first card is from a really cool NEW hostess Level 2 stamp set from the new catalog called "A Little Somethin' ". All stamps in this set are sized to perfectly be punched from a variety of SU! punches.
On this card I used the 1 3/4 punch with Spellbinders Nestabilites for the larger circle and scallop. I really like how the Night of Navy card stock made this card pop! I am going to use that color more this year! I get stuck on certain color combos and I need to design outside my box!! :)


My sister has a birthday coming up, so I made this easy little card for her with the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set, Riding Hood Red, Whisper White and So Saffron card stock, Riding Hood Red ribbon and the ticket punch.

Gone Crazy Sale

I have 164 stamp sets ready to sell! Nothing over $8.00!
Selected card stock for $.10 and beautiful 12x12 double-sided paper for $.25!
If you want to stock up on your stamps, this is the cheapest way to do it!
Hope to see you Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come early because they won't last!!

Have you noticed?

If you have been visiting my blog the last few days, you might have noticed that I have been playing around with my backgrounds. The last background made things a bit too busy and it was hard to focus on the words. This one is a little simpler and I think I am going to keep it! Hope you like it! Can't wait for everyone to be back on schedule again so I can get to making some cards!!! Hope you have gotten to stamp over the holidays!

Time to write "Thank Yous"

Time to write all the "Thank Yous" for all the wonderful Christmas goodies and gifts. I bought a bunch of this felt ribbon from the Holiday Mini Catalog and to be quite honest, I wasn't sure I would like it, but it really did look cute with Frosty Day DS paper, also from the mini catalog. If you ever think that you might not like something...try it! You might be surprised!!

Gone Crazy Sale!

I need the space, so I need to clear all of this out!!

Gone Crazy Sale!
Nothing over $8.00!
Tell all your friends!

I am selling over 100 retired Stampin' Up! Stamp Sets!
Many barely used, some NEVER USED!

Stamp Sets Include:
Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Easter, July 4th, Birthday, School,
Travel, Kids Stuff, Word Stamps, Fall, Winter, Spring and
SO MUCH MORE!

**Selected Card Stock $.10 a sheet!
**Beautiful, double sided 12X12 Scrapbook paper $.25 a sheet!

Wednesday, January 7th
from
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come early... things will disappear fast!

"Love You Much" Bundle

Christmas isn't even here yet, but this promotion is! This wonderful little bundle starts tomorrow. Click here to see the full ad!! All three items are brand new and you can be one of the first to buy them at a 20% savings between December 23rd and January 31st! That is a savings of a little more than $10.00!! Wow!
I just love how the new punch and the heart stamps fit perfectly together!!
Soon we will be thinking of Valentine's Day and you can get a head start! Email me today!

Photo Share...

Since I have not had a single moment to get creative, I thought I would share a few photos...
This is Taylor with my parents who live in Las Vegas. We went out there for Thanksgiving and it rained the whole time! I thought it never rained in the desert? It snowed there this week! Crazy! It was great being with them and of course it was so good to eat my mom's cookin'!

A good friend took a bunch of photos of Taylor and the dogs in our back yard for our Christmas Cards...This is the photo I picked. Of course, Harley sat there perfectly and Kinley barked at nothing, moved around, etc. I am surprised we even got these photos!!

They did well in this picture too!! Hasn't Kinley gotten so big!

Retiring Stamp Sets and 10% Off! Read on!

Can you believe that the new retiring stamp list is already here! Seems like this catalog just came out! I can't wait for the Spring and Summer catalog to debut in January! I have already gotten to view a few new sets and they are great! I can't wait to share them with you!Okay...there is a lot going on right now and I will try to make it as clear as possible...

**To view the retiring stamp sets click here! You can purchase retiring stamp sets from now until January 18th. Plus, now through December 23rd you can receive 10% off these stamp sets and receive FREE SHIPPING if your order is over $70.00!

Why is that such a good deal? That is a good deal because that is the same price Stampin' Up! Demonstrators receive! You get the same discount as I do! Again, 10% off Retiring Sets starting today, December 9th, through December 23rd!

Now is the time to buy them! Click here to view the sale. For those of you that don't have a catalog, click here to my website and then click on "Shop Now" to view the sale sets!! Email me with any questions or problems.
Happy Stamping!
Regina

Cathy's Work Day Cards

My dear friend, Cathy made 3 sets of cards to give out as gifts during our work day, today! Aren't they great? All paper, no stamps. What a great way to use your paper and allow the cards to be used however the receiver wants to by leaving them blank! Perfect! I believe this paper was from the Spring Silhouettes Designer Series paper pack from the Spring and Summer catalog. Love how she incorporated the scallop edge punch into the design! What a productive day, Cathy!! :)

Snow Swirled

This morning is the last of my stamp camps until January. It isn't really a stamp camp, it is a work day and I will be working on my cards as well. I made these two cards late last night and I can't decide if I like either of them enough to send to my family. I do love the red and cream striped ribbon!! I also like this tree a little too much. Maybe I need to try a different stamp set? Of course the ones that I send to everyone else will be much less detailed and will include of picture of my daughter with the dogs. I guess I will go back to the drawing boards.

Close to Nature

Okay! So it took me longer than a couple of hours! :)
The stamp set I used below is: Close to Nature. It is retired, but a beautiful little set.
Happy Stamping!!

Frosty Day Paper and Thanksgiving Cards

As much as I love the fall and all it's colors, Thanksgiving cards are probably the hardest for me to put together. Maybe it is because there isn't ever any real awesome Thanksgiving stamps? I started one and it was way too detailed to make 8 of, which is how many different families there are in my family, so I settled for something a bit easier. The Frosty Day paper was perfect for something "not so" traditional. That paper set reminds me of some real great colorful scarves. I used two retired sets to make this card.. SHHHH! I know! The words came from last years "Dotted Autumn" set and the pine cone came from...ahhh...give me a couple of hours to get back to the craft room to list it. It's too early and I need my coffee first. LOL! Anyway, I water colored the pine cone in with Kiwi Kiss and Chocolate Chip. Wow! I better go get my coffee! Be back in a couple of hours. :)

More Christmas Cardinal

I used this layout last Christmas for a card we made at Stamp Camp and I have been wanting to try it again. It took me a year to get around to it! LOL! This time I made it into a 5X7 card. I wasn't too keen on this paper and have neglected using it, but I really like how it all turned out. I used the Old Olive and Ruby Red stamp pads to water color the cardinal with the blender pen. I just think he (the bird) is so pretty that he deserves water coloring and nothing else. Maybe I should try some chalks next time I stamp him just to see what it will look like. I also used the Hodgepodge hardware from the last catalog. I should have used something current. Oh well! Have a good evening and Happy Stamping!!!! :)

Green Tea and Kinley

I have been making so many holiday cards that I wanted to take a break and since a good friend of mine is having a birthday, it gave me an excuse to break free from the holidays for an hour or so... I have always loved blues and greens together. The "Green Tea" paper is just so pretty!! Don't you think? I made the second card just because I had all the paper out. :)

This last picture is just a picture I have been wanting to share but have been forgetting to pull it up. Kinley spent an hour or so excitedly barking at a dog that was visiting our neighbors. There was no quieting him down or even catching him to bring him in. Once I finally rounded him up and got him back into the house, this is what happened. He fell asleep drinking water! Isn't that just the cutest darned picture you have ever seen? Can't help but just love him to pieces!! :)

A Cardinal Christmas

I don't know about you but I am SO ready to get this darn election over with. I can't even watch t.v. anymore. The negativity is about to kill me. Thank goodness I voted early! If you feel the same way I do... turn off the t.v. and go stamp! I plan to! That is much more peaceful. I am going to watch a movie tonight and just wake up in the morning to find out who won. I just can't take it anymore! Whew! Okay then, that was my soapbox for the day.... So how about this card?


I can't believe that I made two beautiful cards and put them in an envelope and mailed them without taking a picture of them! UGG! I really enjoyed water coloring this card. I used the Riding Hood Red and Mellow Moss ink refills along with the blender pens to paint the cardinal in. I need to try this method more often. It turned out beautiful. My "Merry Christmas" was a little crooked, but this was just a sample card for me to keep, so I wasn't real worried about it.
Hope your day is filled with stamping!

Many Merry Messages

It is getting cold here! BRRRR!! It isn't expected to last into the weekend, thankfully!! The one thing I love about living in Georgia is that it usually isn't very cold on Halloween night! Some years, it has been down right warm! I just love the fall! It is my favorite season and when I feel the best! The smell of wood burning, sound of football, a cozy sweater! Love it all!

As for the card....I know the colors are more fall than the traditional Christmas colors, but I wanted to try something a little different. Besides, there are so many non-traditional colors being used for holiday decorations these days. The word set "Many Merry Messages" is just perfect to use all by itself and that is exactly what I wanted to do. I will be using this set for several years to come. I love adding a little "bling" at the end of all those SU! cursive words with the long tails!! :) Just adds enough to make it interesting!!
Have a happy fall day! Hope you get some time to stamp!

Santa Rub On

I just got back from the most wonderful weekend of scrap booking! My friends and I have been "going away" for the past 3 1/2 years just to scrapbook. What a super, great time. I finished 16 pages!! I was very happy and didn't want it to end!! :(

Okay, on to the card!! Isn't he the most beautiful Santa you have ever seen. He is a rub on from the Holiday Mini Catalog. The rub-on package is "Old Saint Nick" on page 11. He was so gorgeous that I didn't want to put anything else on the card. The card stock colors are Very Vanilla, Bravo Burgundy and Brushed Gold. I think it is elegant enough to leave like this.

Photo Cards

So many of you want to include a picture with your Christmas card. You can still be creative and include a picture. I just love this first card. The white rub on just makes the card..oops, sorry, Taylor!! You make the card beautiful!!

I reprinted this picture of Taylor and her cousin, Katelyn for another sample. Look how easy it is to personalize the inside of the card with a personalized name stamp! You can see the personalized name stamp options on page 159 of the catalog. Start thinking about what you might need so that you can get your cards done in time!! Christmas is just around the corner!! :)

Creativity Unleashed!

Okee dokee! So, Monday was probably the most frazzled I have ever been preparing for a stamp camp... Don't know why, I just was. This little project (which I saw here) never got done in advance, so I ended up making it for the first time in front of the group... Not usually like me! Sorry gals!!
Jodi (pictured on the right) brought Paula (on the left) to stamp camp for the first time on Monday. They are pictured here holding that last minute project and just look how creative they got with it! SO CUTE!! They added hair (feathers) and pupils out of the Trio Flower Punch. It was so cute, I just had to take a picture of their creativeness!! Way to go, girls! Love it!

Punch Me a Turkey!!!

Okay, so I saw this cute little turkey in a Stampin' Up! magazine that I get every month. For the feathers, they used the scallop punch and folded it to make it look 3 dimensional. My sample didn't turn out so cute. Glue was caked everywhere! I was about to give up when I thought I might try the 5-petal flower punch and voila! It worked!! I am sure you all can figure out what punches I used to make this fella, so I won't list them... Gobble, gobble!!

Some of my FAVORITE cards!!!

I think these are my favorite cards because I just love, love, love this Christmas tree stamp from "Snow Swirled" on page 32 of the regular catalog. There is just no way to mess it up! It is gorgeous all by itself. This first card, I think, looks great with the "Ski Slope" designer series paper in the background.
This next card is our stamp camp card. Look how pretty the tree looks with a little bling!!! I think it looks so elegant. This is my favorite card of the month! I used the gold Encore pad to make it look more formal. It did the trick! Yay!! The card stock I used was Baja Breeze, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip and Very Vanilla.

This is a card I copied from Nancy Riley over at iStamp. She is a favorite stamper of mine that I follow. Check out her blog! I love it! Like Nancy, I used a rub-on for the greeting. The rub-ons are so great! This rub-on came from "Season of Cheer". Also in the mini catalog.

Deck The Halls

Here is another Stamp Camp card. The stamp set is "Deck the Halls" and the greeting is from "All Holidays". I love "All Holidays" stamp set collection because it covers everything!! The paper is from the "Holiday Treasures" 12x12 set. The ribbon, Riding Hood Red and the background card stock is Chocolate Chip.

Winter Post

This is the card we made at Stamp Camp. "Winter Post" is one of my favorite new stamp sets! There is so much you can do with this set. For the greeting, I used "Heard from the Heart". This was also the first time I have gotten to use our fun little felt snowflakes. I think this card came together well. The following cards are ones that I just displayed.


The ornament pictured here came from the Holiday Mini Catalog as well. I plan on making all of the ornaments from "On Board Trinkets" with Taylor. What a fun, winter day project to do with the kids!! :)

My Favorite Subject!!

Not hard to figure out... Taylor....

I reprinted some old pictures and used them for scrapbook and card samples. We did this scrapbook layout this week at stamp camp. These are my favorite pictures taken from my brother-in-law and sister-in-law's wedding. Here I used my fun, new and favorite machine... The Big Shot! Check it out by clicking on the Holiday Mini Catalog to the left. I used the "Join in the Cheer Decorative Strip Die and the Sizzlits die, "Swirls Scribbles". Both can be found in the Holiday Mini Catalog.

Where Do I Start?

Gosh, I am so far behind on my blog that now I am playing catch up and I don't know where to start! I have done a few grouping of cards so that my stamp campers can see a little bit of a variety, so I think I am going to have to start with a "Season to Share" adhesive kit. I love these new kits! Be sure to check them out on pages 182-183 in the catalog. They are so great if you are running off to a party or need a card or tag in a hurry! Here are just a few samples...

Busy Little Bee!

Okay, okay, okay! Don't give up on me! I have been working in my stamp room like one of Santa's elves! I just haven't had a chance to take pictures yet. Stamp camp is Monday and I have a full class, so I am getting ready. Can't wait to share with you all that I have been working on. Check back soon!
Still happily stamping!!
Regina

Where Have I Been???

Not in my stamp room! Busy, busy, busy! This weekend Taylor went to a Murder Mystery birthday party... "Killing for the Crown". She had to dress up like Miss Wisconsin. I only got a few pictures. This wasn't everyone. She had a blast! Taylor is 3rd from the right. What a fun idea!! I hear Miss Arizona was the murderer!! :0
Then Sunday we went to see some World Team Tennis hosted by Billy Jean King and Elton John. All $$ went an Aids foundation. It was so much fun. I am asking for a new camera so that I can take better pictures. Here is the best I have... First is of Roddick playing with Elton John, who, by the way is a pretty good tennis player. We were pleasantly surprised!! (SMILE)

Anna Kournikova...she is TINY!!


Sir Elton John talking to the crowd.

Extraordinary Craft Closet!!

My mother-in-law, Cathy, is very creative! She has been stamping for about as long as I have, but has been on a little hiatus because she didn't have the proper space to work. We all know that it is a pain to drag out boxes every time we need to make a card. So, this room has been a long time comin'! My father-in-law, Bill, just finished this wonderful new craft closet in a walk-in closet in their house! I am so excited for her. She even got new hardwood floors in the space. This goes to show you that you don't need a lot of room to have a good workspace.

Okay, mom!! I can't wait to see what you create!! Next is learning how to get your pictures on the computer so that you can share your cards with me and others. Oh yeah! Happy Stamping!!!! :)XOXO!!

Just click on the pictures to see in full size!! :)

Happy Birthday Card

I have been wanting to dig into some more of my Designer Series Paper. This printed paper is Maine Blueberry. I love it! Not Quite Navy looks so good with it! I used the Fresh Cuts Stamp Set and the Big Birthday Candle for the words. The paper in this catalog and the Holiday Mini are crazy good! I can't wait to pull out the new Ski Slope paper for some cards. The pictures in the catalog never do it justice. You have to see it in person to see how beautiful it really is! I will try to find some time later today to do more! As for now... it's off to do laundry! Get creative today, will you! Happy Stamping! ;)

September Stamp Camp

I love this picture! What a great looking group of stampers!! Welcome to your first stamp camp Jackie and Leslie! Hope you had fun! Cathy looks cute with the Grim Reaper hugging her!! Too funny! Below are a few cards and goodies that we made at stamp camp.

This was fun to make and so easy! The test tubes came from Michaels. I knew I wanted to use them, but was having the hardest time finding something fun to do with them... then I spotted this on Lisa Summerville's blog. Click here to find her pattern. I modified the pattern to fit one test tube. I will post the pattern shortly.

Didn't this card turn out cute? This is my favorite card that we made today. I love the colors and the glitter!!
Isn't it amazing what you can create with punches. Here we used all 3 oval punches, the word window punch and the horizontal slot punch. This card reminds me of the pumpkin patch in the Charlie Brown Halloween movie. Thanks for a fun day, ladies! Mark your calendars for October's stamp camp!! :)

Eastern Blooms

I just love the way the Eastern Blooms stamp set looks! It really is elegant! I don't know if you can see it or not, but the flowers are embossed. The Floral Frenzy Classy Brass fits the flowers perfectly! I used pens to stamp the different colors. For the top card, I used Whisper White,Basic Black, Ruby Red and Pumpkin Pie card stock. Chocolate Chip, Ruby Red and Summer Sun Pens. For the card below, I used Basic Black, Whisper White, Basic Gray, and Sage Shadow card stock. I used Certainly Celery and Sage Shadow Pens. I love the looks the markers give on this card. Now... off to organize for stamp camp! Happy Stamping!

Just Jawing and Tasty Sweet

I like the printed paper from "Ghostly Greetings" so much that I almost left the card without the lovely skeleton from the stamp set "Just Jawing"!! I added the glasses. Not sure if I like them or not. You will see more of this cute set. Here I used the chalkboard technique for the candy corns. I stamped everything with the Whisper White Craft pad and then used chalks to color in the candy corns. I went outside the lines with the chalk and I kind of like it that way. Kiwi Kiss is the background card stock and Kiwi Kiss ribbon. I just love Halloween!! Yay!! :)

Holiday Treasures

You know, when I first saw this paper, I wasn't too keen on the Chocolate Chip color in the "Holiday Treasures" 12X12 paper packet, but the more I see it, the more I like it! Here is the first Christmas card of the year from me. I used the "Punches Three" level I hostess stamp set(love it!!). Even though the color combo for the paper used Ruby Red, I used Riding Hood Red as the base of my card. I did use Ruby Red for the smaller square. Baja Breeze and Old Olive were the other two card stock colors. The Chocolate Chip ribbon is retired. This is the first time I have tried that sort of bow. Don't know what it is called, but it sure looks nice and crisp. I can't believe that we are starting to think about Christmas already!! Wow! I need to get my stampin' elf buddies started early this year!
Happy Holidays!
Regina

More Chills and Thrills Rub Ons

I finally got a chance to use my new Cuttlebug Spiderweb folder. The spider punch is from Martha Stewart's line and the saying is a rub on from the SU! "Chills and Thrills" group. Paper, of course, is SU!'s. I can't tell you enough how great the quality of Stampin' Up!'s card stock is. It truly is the best for making cards!! I am due to get my new Big Shot from SU! this Wednesday and I can't wait to get my hands on it. Unfortunately, that leaves me with trying to get rid of my Cuttlebug. It isn't even a year old. I wish I new SU! was going to be doing business with Sizzex!! Oh well, I love the new stuff. Have a happy day!

Beginners Class Cards

Here are the 3 cards we made at the beginners stamp class. We started out with two very simple cards and one that was a little more detailed. What a great group of ladies! Thanks for coming y'all! :) Hope to see some of you at Stamp Camp sometime!!

Alison has been busy!!

Look at what Alison has been up to!! Alison is so creative! I just love how she used the "Wonderful Words" stamp set at the stem of her flowers! Alison, you need your own blog. She also has some of the best scrap book pages that I have ever seen! Thank you for sharing!!

Chills and Thrills

I just love Halloween! Maybe it is because it is during fall, which is my favorite season? Maybe because my childhood memories of Halloween are so special? I don't know, but I love everything about it! I also love working with rub ons! The "Chills and Thrills" rub ons are so cute! You will be seeing more with them in the up coming weeks. The "Ghostly Greetings" paper pack is great too! The tag on the bag was made from the "Batty for You" stamp set. Oh, so many fun things to make! Happy Haunting!! ;)

Tutorial for the Box in a Bag

Hi Stamp Campers... I promised that I would post the link to the tutorial for the box in a bag. Just click here to see it! The are so fun and easy to make!!

Transparency Card from August Stamp Camp

I just realized that the transparency card that we made at stamp camp was missing from the "August Stamp Camp" post. Here it is, but the the products used are on the post below.

Convention Demo

Here is a copy of the fun card my upline, Angie, made for me from convention. I love how fun the inside is. It gets a little tedious to make, but the end result is cute!!

Envelope Card

I first saw a sample of this card here, and I had to try it out! This is made out of Stampin' Up!'s open ended envelopes, folded in half. How fun it pull out a secret note from the tab.
Isn't the paper just gorgeous!! The paper comes from the "Parisian Summer" 12x12 paper packet.

August Stamp Camp

Here are 3 more of the cards we made at stamp camp today!! I felt like making a transparency card and here is what I came up with. You might notice a similar layout in the front few pages of the new catalog. I just love Riding Hood Red card stock!!
This is what I used:
Stamp Set: Party Hearty
Paper: Riding Hood Red, Pacific Point, Whisper White and White Glossy. Printed paper is from the Urban Garden packet.
Inks: Kiwi Kiss and Pacific Point
Riding Hood Red Ribbon
I fell in love with this paper and couldn't wait to use it on a card. The background paper is from Urban Garden as well! Isn't it gorgeous! Kiwi Kiss and Not Quite Navy, along with Baja Breeze are the card stock colors. The stamp set is "Cute and Curly, cut out perfectly with the new Curly Label Punch! I am thrilled that Stampin' Up! has made more punches to go perfectly with their stamp sets. Lastly, I added a felt flower from the Flower Fusion Too and a little bling.
Does this card look familiar? I copied the same layout from another card I made here. This time I used paper from the Hawaii Papaya packet. I really wasn't sure what colors to mix with it, so I went to this wonderful website that gives you color combinations with Stampin' Up! colors. Click here to check out this site . You will never be at a loss for a color combination for your cards again!!

Babies and Birthdays

My niece, Katelyn turned 15 this past Monday. She needed a more sophisticated card than the usual fun card I make for her. Happy Birthday, Kate!! XOXO!
My oldest niece had her baby girl, Brooklyn last week. Here is her card. The large scallop is from Spellbinders. I love the Nestablilites that they make!! I can't wait to meet Brooklyn in person! I am sad that my family is so far away! :(
Yes, I have a big family! My nephew Logan turned one on the 22nd. He is precious! He is all the way in California. Wish I lived closer to all my family members. It is hard being away, especially in times when someone is sick. These are happy cards, though! :)

My First Blog Award!!

I am so excited to receive my first blog award!! Yay!! Sure does make me feel good!!

Lorri Heiling from Arizona sent it to me! She has me listed as "Taylor" because she saw the pic of Taylor and Mark and she thought it was me! Oh, I wish I looked as young as my daughter again! Those were the days!! Ha Ha! However, it made me realize that I don't really have my name anywhere except for the "About Me" section, so I will have to update that soon!!

I am thrilled to get this from Lorri because I stalk her blog all the time!! You can find her blog on my "Blogs I Frequent" list.

Now, I get to nominate 7 others!! How darned fun!

Here are the rules:
1. The winner can put the logo on her blog
2. Link the person you received your award from.
3. Nominate at least 7 other blogs.
4. Put links of those blogs on yours.
5. Leave a message on the blogs of the girl’s you nominated
Here is who I nominate for this award:

1. Lindsey: http://stampwithlinz.blogspot.com/

2. Angie: http://www.chicnscratch.typepad.com/ She has an incredible site!

3. Taylor: http://www.tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/

4. Di: http://dianagibbs.typepad.com/stampin_with_di/

5. Carol: http://stamplikecrazy.blogspot.com/

6. Julie: http://juliemonroe.blogspot.com/

7. Dawn: http://www.jademingmeidesigns.blogspot.com/ (She's up and rollin' again!)

Hope you enjoy their blogs! They really are great! :)

Party Hearty!!

I love this set and its name! Too cute! There are so many fun things you can do with this set and I can't wait to make more with it!! In this card I used the new 1 3/4 circle punch with the square scallop punch cut in half for the back ground!!
I thought it turned out rather cute!

It's A Stretch

I sure have had my share of "get well" cards lately!! My sister is in the hospital after having a tumor removed. We are so thankful that it was benign, but she is in for a hard recovery. Here is what I used:

Stamp Sets: It's A Stretch, Sincere Salutations

Card Stock: Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, Ruby Red and Cameo Coral

DS Paper: Bella Rose (again)

Photo Corners and Scallop Edge Punch

Get well, Lenora! I love ya!! ;)

Cricut Initial Birthday Cards

I had to make some cards in a flash and decided to use my cricut. I was actually pleased with how they turned out.

Seeing Spots with the new "in colors"!!

I love it when EASY things turn out so cute!! I made the birthday card for Taylor's friend. The candy box I gave away at a little gathering for my good customers. I love layering the punches. I can't wait until my order comes in with all the new punches!!

Have a great weekend... Off to the grocery store!

Do you want to learn how to make this bag?

We will learning how to make this cute gift bag at Stamp Camp this month. RSVP soon because I only have 5 spots left!! If you are new to stamping... try the "Beginners" class September 5th.

Chocolate Covered Cherries

Have you ever tasted the "Harry & David" chocolate covered cherries? They are heavenly and also my inspiration for this!!

I used the an embossing folder for the dots and I think they looked cuter in person. I used real red and old olive cardstock. Doesn't it look cute?

Love This Color Combo!

My upline, Angie, made me a card while she was at convention with this color combo and layout, so I used it in a card for a friend that is moving to Utah! (But hey, maybe I can visit if I ever make it to convention! ) Going to miss you, Tracy!! :( Stamp Camp won't be the same without you!!

I am not going to show you the cool card that Angie made yet, because we will be making it at stamp camp!! I just loved it!! Thank you, Angie!

The color combo (which I probably would have never used without seeing it first) is: Basic Black, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White and Cameo Coral! So cool!!

He just cracks us up!

Kinley is getting bigger! He is now heavier than Harley! He is so funny and animated, we can't help but laugh at him! Of course, Harley,(the serious one) just looks at him like he is stupid. He was so excited to be on a chair like Harley!!

Look at the way he is looking at Taylor!! He looks like he is carrying on a conversation with her!! LOL!

My serious one. It is all over his face that he is not amused with Kinley.

Lovin' That Kiwi Kiss!

I just love the way Kiwi Kiss looks! Not to mention that my favorite color is green!! I made the friendship card for my friend in Colorado and the Get Well card is for my father-in-law. I want to start using my Spiral punch more often. I have seen some great cards using it. I just tend to forget that I have it! More to come soon!

New Catalogs Are Here!!!

Heck, I nose has been buried in the new catalog any extra minute I get. Sorry I haven't posted!! Had company in from Colorado, Taylor turned 13 and school starts Monday! WHEW~! I will post later tomorrow!! I can't wait to get back on a schedule!! :)

I WANT MY CATALOGS!!!

WHERE ARE MY CATALOGS??? I HAVE BEEN WAITING EVERY DAY FOR THE FELLA IN THE BROWN SHIRT TO COME TO MY HOUSE AND I HAVEN'T SEEN HIM!! UGGGG! I AM KEEPING MY FINGERS CROSSED THAT THEY WILL COME TOMORROW! PLEASE!!

Oh! I posted her site already!! It has been so long I forgot!

http://stampersheaven.blogspot.com/2008/02/kit-kat-box-template.html

Oh, thank goodness! I did give her credit after all.

Remember this candy box?

Remember this candy box that I posted for our January stamp camp? I couldn't find the original designer to give her credit. I searched for her blog and never found it... Well, she found me! Glad to finally give her credit. Check out Sonja's site. It's loads of fun and now added to my favorites!!

http://sonjascene.blogspot.com/2008/01/im-back-with-peppermint-patties.html

Just had to share!

These are pictures of the roses in our yard late this spring. They looked so beautiful, I had to take pictures. My dear friend, Alison, showed us this mosaic technique at her monthly crop and I thought these pictures would work well. I was so excited about how they turned out, I just had to share!! I can't wait to do more!!!

Scallop Edge Punch

Here is a better picture of the new scallop edge punch I promised last week. I used it on the card below. It is so easy and fast!! The cost for this punch is $15.95 and so worth every penny! I can't wait to show you how it works!!

Heard From the Heart! Sneak Peek #4

Do you know what I love about this set? First off, I have always loved the old sets, similar to this one, with this long cursive writing, but I really love the fact that the extra words are already on there and I don't have to pull out my Stamp-a-majig to line-up and add the extra sayings!!! If I don't want the extra words, I can just use my pens and leave them off!! Quick and easy, that is the way I like it! Think of all the cute cards you can make with this set!

Sock Monkey - Sneak Peek #3!

Remember sock monkeys?!! Taylor got a pair of jammies at Target last winter with sock monkeys on them. They have made a comeback!! The first ones that I remember were made out of those thick winter socks that you wore with your "clutter boots" (leather hiking boots) and down vests and Levi button up jeans!! Yes, this brought back many old memories of growing up in Colorado!! You southerners probably have no idea what I am talking about!! Ha Ha!

I really like this set. It went great with the new Kiwi Kiss and Riding Hood Red card stock and Bella Rose paper. Oh, what fun to use for birthdays!! I wish my catalogs would get here! I want more, more, more!!!!

Sneak Peek #2!! Bella Rose Designer Series Paper

Here is one of the new Designer Series Paper Packets Bella Rose! To view it even closer, click on the picture!! I especially love the polka dots! The colors really jump out. See how they coordinate with the card stock below!! I am heading to the craft room to make some cards with this gorgeous stuff! You can start ordering Bella Rose on August 11th! I can't wait to see what else is new!

New "In Color" Colors!

You know, when I first heard the names of the new colors, I was like.... yada, yada, yada! Big deal! Of course, that was until I saw them! I just received my new shipment of colors and I LOVE them! Check these out!

Kiwi Kiss, Riding Hood Red, Pacific Point, Pink Pirouette, Tangerine Tango and Baja Breeze! Do you see what is sitting on top of the colors? A new scallop edge punch! Sorry that you can't see the design clearly. I will try to take a single picture of it again!!

I CAN NOT wait for the new catalogs to get here! Stay tuned for a view at the new Designer Series Paper! Love that too!!! Yay!!

Summer Picnic Dresses

Back from the beach!! The fourth was extra special this year being that we have never spent the holiday at the beach. The fireworks and the setting were just beautiful! I have a few birthdays coming up this month, so I actually sat down and got all my cards done! Wow!! I love this dress card! I first saw this card here:http://inkingart.com/

We made the bottom card at the June Stamp Camp using the Spring Silhouettes paper, but I just love the Summer Picnic paper (no longer available) that I have left over from the Occasions mini catalog.

Stamp Camp for the Girls!

Wow! What a crazy week for me. I did my monthly stamp camp on Monday, and on Tuesday I did a girls camp. I am also trying to get my daughter ready for an overnight bball camp. So, while the laundry is in the dryer, I thought I would do a quick post of the 4 cards we made at the girls camp. I preordered personalized name stamps for each of the girls from SU!, of course, and this is what they did.

SU!'s Retiring Stamp Sets

It's that time again! Click on the title to see the Spring and Summer retiring list. Out with the old and in with the new! I can't wait for the new catalog. Stampin' Up! will be revealing a new product line in 2 days. I can't wait to see what it is and I can't wait to share the news! :)

Best Friends

Harley has finally let Kinley lay next to him! This is a first! Aren't they cute!

Happy Father's Day!

I had fun making this group of Father's Day cards. My husband and his father both play tennis, so I used the Just Tennis stamp set. I wasn't paying attention when using the ticket punch on the corners and made a mistake, but covered it up using the word window punch and added a little bling. I think it turned out kind of cute!! Sometimes mistakes lead to more creativity!!

This card is for my father, who doesn't play tennis... It's okay, Dad!! ;)

This one is my husband!! Love ya, Mark!!

Chocolate Chip Fun!

My sister is getting married at the end of the month. So, I went looking for some ideas. I saw a few cards with using Chocolate Chip and Very Vanilla. I love how pretty the two look together, so I decided to make a couple of birthday cards as well.

Summer Picnic Fun!

I have to say that the Occasions mini catalog has been one of my favorites! I love the Die-Cut Blooms and I love the Designer Series Paper Summer Picnic! Often the pictures in the catalogs do not do the paper justice! Here is what I used for this card...
Card Stock: Bashful Blue, Real Red and Old Olive
Designer Series Paper: Summer Picnic
Die Cut Blooms
Stamp Set: All Holidays
Ink: Old Olive

I love this card... Click here!

I saw this card (click on title) on Jennifer's Sweet Designs blog and I fell in love with it... Here is my version.. I really didn't change much of anything, but I new I had to make one! I love the colors and the layout. I really like how the felt flowers enhanced the card. So easy...so cute! Stay cool...it's HOT out there!

Fresh Cuts

This is the first sneak peek into the new catalog! When you order the Fresh Cuts stamp set, you can add the matching die-cut cards for just $5.00. I got my set earlier this week and I am dying to find some time to mess around with it! For more information, just click on the title.

My Boys!

This is as close as I can get Harley to sit next to Kinley! As much as Harley is enjoying having a playmate, he hasn't quite relaxed enough to pose for a picture next to the little stinker.
Oh, how I just love kissing this little guy. Just look at him! We laugh because we call Harley our straight "A" student and Kinley.... well, his personality is like the "surfer/party dude". He just cracks us up! He is doing well moving around. He gets his stitches out Monday, so we will have to see what the vet says. His hind leg is shorter than the other and a little limp. I hope is gets stronger. No matter what, we just love this little dude!

Graduations Galore!

We have had a few graduations in the family this year. One of my nieces is going to CU Boulder so I use the black and yellow. Another niece graduated last year and just got accepted into UCLA... hence the blue and yellow. The other black and yellow grad card was for my second cousin who graduated from college. Oh, those were the days! I am feeling old!
Stamp Set: Great Grad
Card Stock: Basic Black, Whisper White, So Saffron, Ballet Blue
Large and small star punches

A Birthday Gift Card

Taylor went to a friend's birthday party and asked me to make her a card that included some kind of candy... So this is what I delivered!! :) A gift card was stuck inside the tri-fold card.



Here is what I used:
Stamp Sets: It's Your Birthday and Lovely Labels
Card Stock: Purely Pomegranate, Wild Wasabi, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White
Designer Series Paper: Darling Doodles
Certainly Celery Grosgrain Ribbon
Square Punch
All Stampin' Up! Products of course!!

A Sample of May Stamp Camp Cards

I really love how this card turned out. I made this card using bold brights, but I just had to change it to a softer color for stamp camp and I am glad that I did. Here is what I used:

Stamp Set: Big Birthday Candle

Card Stock: Sage Shadow, Certainly Celery and Whisper White

Ink and Markers: Basic Black Pad, Sage Shadow, Certainly Celery and So Saffron Markers

Ribbon: Certainly Celery

Silver Brads

Pop Up Dots

Sticky Strip for the ribbon

I got the idea for this card from....? I swear it was Nicole Heady's website, but as I searched her site to give her credit, I cannot find it! She used Basic Grey paper and of course here I used Stampin' Up! paper.
This is the actual card we made at stamp camp. I just love the "Summer Picnic" Designer Series Paper from the Occasions Mini Catalog. This picture or the mini catalog do not do the set of paper justice. Here is what I used:

Stamp Set: It's Your Birthday

Card Stock: Basic Black, Real Red and Whisper White

Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper

Real Red grosgrain ribbon

Horizontal Slot Punch

Nestabilites

Kinley and his hip surgery.. :(

This is Kinley. He is our new Sheltie pup. We love him to pieces! He is 7 weeks old in this picture, but is now 10 weeks. He went in for surgery this morning for a fractured hip. We don't know how or when it happened. He came out of surgery fairing pretty well, but his hip will never be normal. We pick him up from the animal hospital tomorrow. The next two weeks are going to be hard on the little guy... :(

Fresh Cut Stamp Set and Note Cards

Every year I am so excited for the new Stampin' Up! catalog to come out. I was thrilled last year when SU! announced that they would be coming out with 2 seasonal catalogs each year. The Fall/Winter 2008 catalog will be coming out around August 10th and I can't wait! SU! is allowing you a sneak peek into the new catalog by offering you a chance to buy one of the brand new stamp sets (Fresh Cuts) and matching note cards June 1-June 30. To view this special, just click on the title above. I hope this lovely stamp set is a prelude to a fantastic new catalog!!

Watercolor Pencils

This was the Mother's Day Card that I sent to my mom and my mother-in-law. It was fun working with the blender pens!!

Scrappin' Fun!!

I had so much fun with these pictures of Taylor! This is one of those times she actually had fun posing for pictures! Usually, it's "Mom, enough already!" I also love having a photo printer where I can make multiple copies of the same picture. I used them at the bottom of the page on the "Princess Page".
Here is what I used on the "Silly" page:
Card Stock: Rose Red, Basic Black, Groovy Guava, White Glossy
Printed Paper: Darling Doodles
Stamp Sets: Seriously Sassy, Just B
Extras: Flower Punch (not SU), Spellbinders Nestabilites, Cricut for letters

"Princess Page":
Card Stock: Blue Bayou, Soft Sky, White Glossy
Printed Paper: Spring Break
Stamp Sets: Perfect Princess, Just B
Punches: 1/2" circle, flower punches

Happy Mothers Day to you all!!! :)

Clean and Simple

While the husband is away, I don't worry, I just stamp and scrap!!! I am working on a small scrapbook that I made for Father's Day for my husband. I can't wait to share it with you!
Since I am not finished with it, I pulled out this card that I made several weeks ago. I still like it! I love the clean and simple look. This is another card with the SU! stamp set All Holiday. I think I will use it next time I scrapbook some pictures of friends. I used Basic Black card stock, ink and grosgrain ribbon coupled with Sahara Sand card stock. I can't wait to continue scrapping tomorrow morning!!

Magnetic Frames (Everyday Display)

These frames from Creative Memories are the coolest!! I earned this frame from my girlfriend who sells Creative Memories. This frame is a smaller version of the one for sale. Click on the title above to see the 12X12 version.
There just are so many things you can do with these! And the magnets are very strong, so nothing slips!!! Love it!!!! (Thank You, Alison!!)
Here is what I used:
Card Stock: Blue Bayou, Soft Sky, River Rock and Whisper White
Stamp Sets: Best Friends Alphabet Upper, Calendar, Full Calendar (Love these calendar sets!)
Punches: 1" Circle Punch, 5-Petal Flower Punch, Retired Flower Punch

I can't wait to do next month!

We Have a Winner!!!

Congratulations to Amy Dorsey for winning this month's drawing for the beautiful jumbo stamp, "From the Garden".
Amy, my daughter, Taylor, wanted me to let you know that she drew your name. :)

Keep your eyes posted for May's stamp set drawing. Hint, hint... It is a Level 2 Hostess Set!! Remember... you can enter as many times as you want!!
Looking forward to seeing you all in May!
Regina

Love the Colors!

Amy Dorsey had sent in a second card and I just realized that it didn't post! Sorry, Amy!!! Isn't it great! I just love the felt flowers! Those are one of my favorite embellishments that SU! has. Thanks for sharing, Amy!

What Is Stamp Camp?

At Stamp Camp I set up 6 different stations where you will make 6 different cards. Each station uses a different stamp set and usually a different technique. Half way through, we stop and have lunch, at which time, I usually do some drawings for free gifts. Then it's back to work! You bring nothing but $20.00. This price includes all supplies, lunch and snacks. We have a great time! I am looking forward to seeing all of you there!!! Scroll down and have a look at some of the things we have done!

Keep them comin' gals!!!

I am so excited that the entries just keep coming in! Here is Susan S.'s card! Love the colors and layout, Susan! Great job!!

Here is what she used:
Stamp Sets: So Many Scallops, Simply Sent, Three Thoughts
Card Stock: Pixie Pink, Pink Passion, and Brilliant Blue
Ink: Versa Mark, Brilliant Blue, Purely Pomegranate, Uni-Ball Signo Glo pen (love it)
Punches: Scallop punch, Ticket punch

Watercolor Pencils and Blender Pens!!

This is Amy D.'s entry for the free stamp.
Isn't this a great card? I love it because I have so many shell stamp sets and I usually set them aside and never end up using them! But most of all, I love that she pulled out the watercolor pencils and blender pens! Yea!!!! I think I will pull mine back out!

Way to go, Amy! This was a beautiful mix of colors!! Even though the ribbon is from Michael's, it goes perfectly!



Here is what she used....
Stamp Set: Beautiful Beach
Card Stock: Soft Sky, Chocolate Chip and Whisper White
Stamp Pad: Creamy Caramel
Stampin' Up!'s Watercolor Pencils and Blender Pens
SU's Silver Brads

She's a GROOVY GUAVA kind of gal!!!

Isn't this card gorgeous!

Alison will be my guest stamper at next month's stamp camp. This will be the card that she will be demonstrating! Here is what she used!
Stamps: Heartfelt Thanks
Paper: Groovy Guava cardstock and designer paper
Ink: Groovy Guava, Black, & Certainly Celery
Ribbon: Groovy Guava double stitched
Techniques: 2-step stamping and ink sponging

Love it, Alison! Thank you for your entry!

My Favoite Colors - Soft Sky and River Rock!!

Stampin' Up! Please don't retire these colors!!! I just love how these two colors compliment each other!

Here is what was used:
Stamp Sets: Just Like You, Stem Sayings, Happy Everything
Card Stock: River Rock, Soft Sky and Whisper White
Printed paper on cover of gift set: Spring Silhouttes
Ink Pads: River Rock, Soft Sky and Basic Black
Ribbon: Soft Sky and River Rock

Chalkboard Technique/April Stamp Camp

Splitcoast Stampers sent out a craft tutorial on the "chalkboard" technique. You can see it if you click on the title above.
Splitcoast Stampers a fantastic website http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ if you need ideas!! I highly suggest signing up for the "Weekly Inkling" and you will get an email once a week with tutorials like this one. You will not get junk mail or any other kind of stuff coming to your computer. It is very safe.

Here is the recipe for this card:
Stamp Set: Fabulous Flowers
Card Stock: Ruby Red, Chocolate Chip and Kraft
Ink Pads: Versa Mark Pad, Chocolate Chip
Chalks: Stampin' Pastels
Extras: Pop Dots and black sticker buds

Always/April Stamp Camp

I love the way the bird from the SU! set Always. Especially on Whisper White. It really shows off whatever ink color you decide to use.
Here is the recipe:
Stamp Set: Always
Card Stock: Blue Bayou, Basic Black and Whisper White
Ink Pad: Blue Bayou
Ribbon: 1/4 Basic Black Grosgrain
Punch: 1" circle

Father's Day Card/April Stamp Camp

I pulled this idea out of an old Stampin' Up! idea book. I hadn't made one in ages, but they turned out just as cute as I remember. I justed SU!'s small tag punch for the pocket. It is so easy, your children can make one!!

Mother's Day Cards/April Stamp Camp

I just love both Pretty Peony and All Holiday Stamp sets. Here we just did a simple card on glossy with Old Olive as the base card. This is the card from one station. The other two are just samples that I showed. This card makes me laugh because I copied the layout from the very first card I ever made at a "Dots" party. I think "Dots" changed their concept since then and is now "Close to My Heart". I laugh when I look at the old catalogs (Stampin' Up!) dating back some 10 years!
Soft and simple...glossy and my favorite River Rock card stock.

Stamp Camp This Monday!!

I am looking forward to seeing you all on Monday! There are so many things to show and so little time!

I love this card! This is a sample of one that we will be making at Stamp Camp. We are using a different color because I have used the Soft Sky card stock for another station. I hope Stampin' Up! decides to keep Soft Sky in the future. It retires at the end of this catalog season. This is my favorite blue out of all the blues in the regular line. Soft Sky and River Rock look so awesome together. I am going to buy a ton of Soft Sky and River Rock before they retire!! I have made a handful of cards with both those colors that I need to get photographed. Maybe later today, I can post... Happy Stamping!!

So Simple...So Classy!

I love browsing through blogs when I have a few minutes or need and inspiration. It is funny how a certain card design can inspire me... and then, when I sit down to work, something totally different emerges. I will continue to encourage you all, (my Stamp Campers) to take a few minutes to browse the blogs listed on my page. You will find that once you go into one of their blogs, they have a whole new group of bloggers that they track. You really can get carried away and it can become endless, however, it is one of my favorite past-times!!

I just love the simplicity of this birthday card. Sometimes, less is more!!

Here is the recipe:

Card Stock: Basic Black, Whisper White and River Rock