I know that many of you are wondering what the heck has happened to me... All is good - just busy! We've added six feet to our home - six little feet and this addition has kept us quite occupied. Many of you know that we've been providing weekend respite care to three wonderful little children and we're excited to have just had them move in with us. They are beautiful kids - a little girl who is 6, and two boys aged 5 and 4. We've been working hard to get them settled and to try to make life work as smoothly as possible.
So, for now, I must take a break from stamping classes - my craft room is not currently functional as it has been taken over by bunkbeds and dinosaurs, cars and other assorted things that hurt a lot when you unexpectedly step on them! But I am working on getting myself organized to continue taking orders... remember that Sale-A-Bration continues until the end of March and you can take advantage of the many free rewards that are available with every $65 of regular priced mechandise ordered. You can find all the details on my website here.
I do miss you all and hope to manage to balance a bit of stamping once we all get settled into our new routine.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Stamp-A-Stack
Okay, I'm a terrible blogger! Things have just been unbelievably hectic in my world... so sorry! I feel guilty everyday for not getting back on here. I will be back soon... For now though I only have a couple of minutes but wanted to let you know that I am planning a Stamp-A-Stack - I really need some time in my stamping room! So hope you can make it - we'll get to use some of the new products from the Mini Catalogue which I just received...
Friday, February 5th at 7:00 pm
~ or ~
Saturday, February 6th at 9:30 am
Email me (bevennis@shaw.ca) if you'd like to register.
Hope to see you soon! Happy stampin'!
Bev.
Friday, February 5th at 7:00 pm
~ or ~
Saturday, February 6th at 9:30 am
Email me (bevennis@shaw.ca) if you'd like to register.
Hope to see you soon! Happy stampin'!
Bev.
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Happy New Year!!!
Can you believe that 2010 is here already?! And can you believe how long I've gone without a post here?!!! So sorry - life has been hectic. We've had lots going on and my free time has been very limited... I'll tell you a little more about that in a future post!
For now, I wanted to drop in to say Happy New Year, let you know that I am still here and thinking about all of my stamping friends, and also mention that there's lots going on with Stampin' Up! right now... I'll post more details soon - hopefully tonight although I'm babysitting three little kids, including a 5 month old baby, so it might have to wait until tomorrow night. But you can get all the latest news on my demonstrator website - www.bevennis.stampinup.net. The most exciting news is that SALE-A-BRATION is now here and there are lots of exciting items to choose for free with every $65 in merchandise ordered until March 31st!
I must run now... but I'll be back soon!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
For now, I wanted to drop in to say Happy New Year, let you know that I am still here and thinking about all of my stamping friends, and also mention that there's lots going on with Stampin' Up! right now... I'll post more details soon - hopefully tonight although I'm babysitting three little kids, including a 5 month old baby, so it might have to wait until tomorrow night. But you can get all the latest news on my demonstrator website - www.bevennis.stampinup.net. The most exciting news is that SALE-A-BRATION is now here and there are lots of exciting items to choose for free with every $65 in merchandise ordered until March 31st!
I must run now... but I'll be back soon!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
12 Days of Holiday Savings
Stampin' Up! is having a big sale on Big Shot products... these special prices are available until December 22nd!
| Item | Page # | Description | Regular Price | Discounted Price |
| 114515 | 195 | Flower Burst Embosslits die | $15.95 | $11.96 |
| 114516 | 195 | Cherry Blossom Embosslits die | $15.95 | $11.96 |
| 115957 | 195 | Thanks Embosslits die | $15.95 | $11.96 |
| 114513 | 195 | Sweetest Stem Embosslits die | $15.95 | $11.96 |
| 115952 | 195 | Hi Embosslits die | $15.95 | $11.96 |
| 115951 | 197 | Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die | $99.95 | $79.96 |
| 113446 | 197 | Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 114509 | 197 | Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die | $29.95 | $25.46 |
| 113448 | 197 | Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 113457 | 198 | Tulipe Bigz die | $29.95 | $22.46 |
| 115954 | 198 | Two Tags Bigz die | $29.95 | $25.46 |
| 114524 | 199 | Fringed Flower Bigz die | $26.95 | $21.56 |
| 114523 | 199 | Decorative Accents Bigz die | $26.95 | $21.56 |
| 114534 | 199 | Flower Bigz Clear die | $26.95 | $21.56 |
| 113473 | 199 | 5-Point 3D Star Bigz die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 113472 | 199 | Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 113470 | 199 | Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 113465 | 199 | Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die | $26.95 | $22.91 |
| 115961 | 200 | Perfect Setting Bigz XL die | $57.95 | $43.46 |
| 113483 | 200 | Pennant Bigz XL die | $53.95 | $40.46 |
| 113484 | 200 | Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die | $53.95 | $43.16 |
| 116760 | 201 | Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die | $53.95 | $40.46 |
| 116759 | 201 | Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die | $53.95 | $40.46 |
| 114890 | 201 | Matchbox Bigz XL die | $57.95 | $49.26 |
| 113458 | 202 | Flower Layers Originals die | $21.95 | $18.66 |
| 114336 | 158 | Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 114334 | 158 | Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 114337 | 158 | Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 114335 | 158 | White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118797 | n/a | So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118798 | n/a | Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118799 | n/a | Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118800 | n/a | Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118801 | n/a | Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118802 | n/a | Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118803 | n/a | Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118804 | n/a | Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118805 | n/a | Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118806 | n/a | Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118807 | n/a | Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118808 | n/a | Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118809 | n/a | Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118810 | n/a | Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118812 | n/a | Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118813 | n/a | Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118814 | n/a | Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $15.50 | $11.63 |
| 118815 | n/a | Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2) | $17.50 | $13.13 |
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Sorry I've been gone so long...
We've had a lot going on and my "to do" list is just getting longer and longer! I haven't had much time to spend at my computer so that's why it's been so long since my last post. I know I still have the December card contest to post which I hope to do very soon... I started but was interrupted so just need to find time to finish. Soon, I promise!
In the meantime, I just thought I would pop in and post a card that I made for a workshop last month. It's using the Dasher stamp which many of you have ordered... It's a quick and easy card, especially when you use the Designer Series paper (this is from the Holiday Mini). The ink colour used on this card is Soft Suede.
Okay, must run! I hope your holiday preparations are going well... Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Door Prize Winners...
We had a wonderful day today with many of our stampin' friends dropping by for the Open House. It was great to see you all!
For those who could not make it, I thought you might like to see the cards that we had to be stamped. They are all simple cards. This first one is made with a stamp that most people don't even know about... it's called Simple Snowflake - it's an individual stamp for $9.95 and it's designed to be used with the Jumbo Snowflake punch. You could easily substitute any holiday greeting onto this card - this one comes from the Many Merry Messages stamp set.
Next, we used another stamp from that very last page of the Idea Book & Catalogue - this one is called Dasher and it's a $10.95 stamp. Dasher is stamped in Soft Suede and to give this card some bling, there is some Brushed Gold card stock - we discovered that many of you don't know about Stampin' Up!'s Brushed Gold and Brushed Silver card stock - you can find them on page 159. The greeting on this card comes from the A Cardinal Christmas stamp set. By the way, this is Rich Razzleberry card stock and ink on this card - a great, rich colour if you're looking to use something other than reds on a Christmas card this year.
The third card uses the For All You Do Stamp set with Rose Red, Elegant Eggplant and Old Olive ink and card stock. It also uses the Scallop Square Punch which is on sale until November 30th for only $16.07! The ribbon on this card is from the Holiday Mini Catalogue so is only available for a limited time - it's an Old Olive taffeta ribbon.Now, I know some of you are checking in to see who won the door prizes... just before I get to that, let me just mention that for those of you who were not able to come, but did place an order between November 1st and 28th, that your name was entered in the draws. We had 6 different draw bags and everyone put their names in for the favourite door prizes. I hope that all of the winners will enjoy their prizes! So, let's get to announcing the winners:
Winners of door prize #6 ~ Patterned Pine stamp sets (there were 3):
~ Karin
~ Jessica
~ Jayne
Winner of door prize #5 ~ Christmas Greetings stamp set, Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware and Crafters Tool Kit ($106.85 value):
~ Loletta
Winner of door prize #4 ~ Define Your Life stamp set, Scallop Edge Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch and Vintage Brads ($107.35 value):
~ Jo
Winner of door prize #3 ~ Stamp-A-Ma-Jig, Flight of the Butterfly stamp set, Colour Coach, Adhesive Eraser, Designer Buttons Playground, Filigree Brads and Clips Assortment ($106.50 value):
~ Ingmarie
Winner of door prize #2 ~ Tabletop Paper Cutter and In Colour Assorted Card Stock ($75.45 value):
~ Debbie
Winner of door prize #1 ~ Colour Caddy with Extender Kit ($105.90 value):
~ Jana
Congratulations to everyone! Again, thanks to everyone who came out and made today fantastic!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Huge Sale - Save 30%, 40%, 50%!!!
Stampin' Up! is having an amazing sale, but it's only here until November 30th! You can order these items online through my demonstrator website (www.bevennis.stampinup.net) or by contacting me... For those who received my email announcement of this sale, you may have noticed that I said this special pricing was only available through an online order... I've reread the "fine print" and discovered that this is not the case - you can order through me for the discounted price as well!
I'll be placing orders on Thursday, Saturday, and Monday if you would like to take advantage of any of these specials!
| Description | Regular Price | Discounted Price |
| Framed with Love Bundle
| $59.90 | $29.95 |
| Thank You Kindly Bundle
| $41.90 | $20.95 |
| Thank You Kindly Bundle (French)
| $41.90 | $20.95 |
| Animal Crackers Bundle
| $35.45 | $17.73 |
| Corduroy Button Bundle
| $67.50 | $33.75 |
| Game Night Bundle
| $54.90 | $27.45 |
| Four Square Bundle
| $42.90 | $21.45 |
| Heart to Heart Bundle
| $69.85 | $34.93 |
| Heart to Heart Bundle (Spanish)
| $69.85 | $34.93 |
| Heart to Heart Bundle (French)
| $69.85 | $34.93 |
| Chipboard Letter Bundle
| $33.90 | $16.95 |
| Double-Stitched Ribbon Bundle
| $27.00 | $16.20 |
| Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle*
| $170.95 | $102.57 |
| Build-A-Brad Bundle
| $56.95 | $34.17 |
| Enjoy Every Moment Bundle
| $58.95 | $35.37 |
| Enjoy Every Moment Bundle (French)
| $58.95 | $35.37 |
| Cheep Talk Bundle
| $57.40 | $34.44 |
| Sock Monkey Bundle
| $78.40 | $47.04 |
| Sock Monkey Bundle (French)
| $78.40 | $47.04 |
| Alphabet Bundle
| $115.90 | $69.54 |
| Simply Said Bundle
| $73.85 | $44.31 |
| Simply Said Bundle (French)
| $73.85 | $44.31 |
| On Board Bundle
| $56.85 | $34.11 |
| Christmas Décor Bundle #1
| $100.85 | $60.51 |
| Christmas Décor Bundle #2
| $100.85 | $60.51 |
| Christmas Décor Bundle #3
| $100.85 | $60.51 |
| For All You Do Bundle
| $50.20 | $35.14 |
| For All You Do Bundle (French)
| $50.20 | $35.14 |
| For All You Do Bundle (Spanish)
| $50.20 | $35.14 |
| Striped Ribbon Bundle
| $71.70 | $50.19 |
| Bling Bundle
| $61.10 | $42.77 |
| Fresh-Cut Bundle
| $50.85 | $35.60 |
| Fresh-Cut Bundle (French)
| $50.85 | $35.60 |
| Pendant Note Bundle
| $53.85 | $37.70 |
| Pendant Note Bundle (French)
| $53.85 | $37.70 |
| Pendant Note Bundle (Spanish)
| $53.85 | $37.70 |
| Sporting Bundle #1
| $91.90 | $64.33 |
| Sporting Bundle #2
| $91.90 | $64.33 |
| Sporting Bundle #3
| $91.90 | $64.33 |
| Ginormous Flowers I Décor Elements | $53.95 | $37.77 |
| Ginormous Flowers II Décor Elements | $53.95 | $37.77 |
| 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads | $11.25 | $7.88 |
| 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads | $9.95 | $6.97 |
| Scallop Square punch | $22.95 | $16.07 |
| Full Heart punch | $22.95 | $16.07 |
| Heart to Heart punch | $22.95 | $16.07 |
| Scallop Edge punch | $22.95 | $16.07 |
| Circle Designer brads | $8.50 | $5.95 |
| Flower Designer brads | $8.50 | $5.95 |
| Star Designer brads | $8.50 | $5.95 |
| Small Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements | $53.95 | $37.77 |
| Medium Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements | $93.95 | $65.77 |
| Small Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements | $53.95 | $37.77 |
| Medium Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements | $86.95 | $60.87 |
Saturday, November 07, 2009
A new Santa's Workshop
Many of you will already know about the new Santa's Workshop - with all new cards - that I'm planning for the first weekend in December. There are only 2 seats left for the Friday night class - if you'd like to join us on December 4th at 7:00 pm, be sure to register quickly! And, there are lots of seats left on Saturday, December 5th if you'd like to come then.
This is a card that we had at the last Santa's Workshop and these cute little snowmen were quite popular! I really like the addition of the Snowflake Window Sheet at the top - makes for a really fun card! This card will not be included in the December Santa's Workshop - we'll have all new cards for that event!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
October Card Contest Entries and Winner!
Well, there were only 2 entries in the October Card Contest... These two came from Tiffany and her mom, Jamie. Here's Tiffany's first... This ice cream stamp set retired a while ago, but I had fun using it for several cards when it was current. I like how Tiffany added the bottom scoop of ice cream (although I'd be sad to have this happen if it were real ice cream!). The bright colours are vibrant and fun - I think anyone would love to receive a card like this.
Jamie's card is also fun and I love how she created the big bright moon in the background. I expect she likely cut out a circle and layered it on her background paper then used a brayer to ink up around it. When she removed the circle, this nice moon appeared. Notice also how she used glitter - maybe Iridescent Ice Emboss Powder (?) to create the stars. Definately a great card for a cat lover!Okay, so let's get to announcing the winner... Using the list randomizer here's the outcome:
- Tiffany
- Jamie
Now, we'll try another contest for November... The theme won't come as a big surprise and most everyone should be able to make a submission - it's Holiday/Christmas cards! Just to recap on the "rules" for the contest, your submissions must use only Stampin' Up! products (current or retired) and in emailing me your submission, you are giving me permission to post it on my blog. The prize will again be $20 in Stampin' Up! product plus a hostess stamp set. You will receive one entry in the prize draw per submission. Your submission (by email to be at bevennis@shaw.ca) must be received by November 30th.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Sunday, November 01, 2009
Santa Punch Art
Here's a fun and cute little Santa punch card... I've seen variations on this card on several blogs so I'm not sure who the original creator is, but whoever it is must be a very creative person! This little guy takes some work to create - lots of little pieces to fit together.
We enjoyed another afternoon of Santa's Workshop today... one more to come on Friday evening. The upcoming class is full, but if you are still interested, please let me know and I'll try to schedule a fourth date. I'm also interested to know if anyone would be interested if I put together a second Santa's Workshop with all new Christmas cards... If you would be interested, please email to let me know!
I'll be back tomorrow night with the October card contest entries and to announce the November card contest.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Punch Art Ornaments
Here's a fun and easy way to create Christmas card... this card comes from my friend Melanie and it is just so clever! Use your punches to create ornaments by punching them out of your favourite Designer Series Paper. Notice how she use a heart punch to add the little ornament holder at the top... is there a proper name for that part of the ornament? Hmmm, if there is, I don't know it! It's a bit hard to see in the photo, but Melanie added some glitter to the ornaments to dress them up a bit. Very cute!Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Santa's Workshop was a lot of fun!
With Christmas music playing, twelve stampers worked away at creating holiday cards this afternoon... It's always such fun to share our creations with enthusiastic stampers and today was certainly very enjoyable!
This "JOY" card was one of the choices and many people made it. I was really proud of this card. I think it's one that would really stand out in a Christmas card display. As many of you know, I love using the Big Shot and this card is a good example of that!
This card was not one of the Santa's Workshop cards... but I wanted to share it with you here. Isn't this little Build-A-Bear adorable? He takes a bit of work to cut and assemble, but he's sure worth it! I should probably add some white to the pom-pom on his hat... just noticed that now as I'm looking at on my computer. There are still a couple of seats available in next Sunday's Santa's Workshop... email if you'd like to join in the fun!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Butterflies...
I think that every single card with a butterfly on it makes me happy! This adorable card was a make and take at one of our demonstrator meetings. I had hidden it away with the idea that I would use it as a card for a Stamp-A-Stack... unfortunately I hid it so well that I managed to forget about it! Fortunately, I was doing some organizing in my craft room a couple of weeks ago (not that you would be able to tell now!!) and I found it. I adore the layout on this card. Maybe it will re-appear in a Stamp-A-Stack in the spring when we are getting back to butterfly season!
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
More Santa's Workshop Dates, Open House, and Deal of the Week
Hey everyone! Just popping in to give you the latest news quickly...
First, click over to my website to see details of this week's deal. If you want to try some new embellishments on your cards, scrapbook pages and other projects, this is the time to order!
I've been busy the last couple of evenings getting cards ready for this year's Santa's Workshop... we have 11 ready to go and two more that I will create tomorrow night. I've finally managed to work out some additional dates (thanks for your patience!). There's still space available this Sunday, October 25th starting at 1:00 pm. And, the two new dates are Sunday, November 1st at 1:00 pm and Friday, November 6th at 7:00 pm. If these dates don't work for you and you are still interested, please email me to let me know and I'll see if I can schedule another.
And, at long last, the Open House date is scheduled... It will be on Saturday, November 28th. Please mark your calendars - you won't want to miss this! I'll post more details soon, but let me just say that I am super excited about the door prizes - one door prize is the Tabletop Paper Cutter! Woohoo!!
Hope to see you soon... Until then, happy stampin'!
Bev.
First, click over to my website to see details of this week's deal. If you want to try some new embellishments on your cards, scrapbook pages and other projects, this is the time to order!
I've been busy the last couple of evenings getting cards ready for this year's Santa's Workshop... we have 11 ready to go and two more that I will create tomorrow night. I've finally managed to work out some additional dates (thanks for your patience!). There's still space available this Sunday, October 25th starting at 1:00 pm. And, the two new dates are Sunday, November 1st at 1:00 pm and Friday, November 6th at 7:00 pm. If these dates don't work for you and you are still interested, please email me to let me know and I'll see if I can schedule another.
And, at long last, the Open House date is scheduled... It will be on Saturday, November 28th. Please mark your calendars - you won't want to miss this! I'll post more details soon, but let me just say that I am super excited about the door prizes - one door prize is the Tabletop Paper Cutter! Woohoo!!
Hope to see you soon... Until then, happy stampin'!
Bev.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Welcome Baby
Here's
a quick and easy baby card that I made a couple of weeks ago... Actually, I made two - one in Regal Rose and one in Lavender Lace. I liked both and although I only spent about 20 minutes making both of them, I was quite pleased with the outcome. A few details... the stroller is from the Fun & Fast Notes set and the greeting is from the Short & Sweet set. I stamped both using StazOn ink and I carefully watercoloured using an AquaPainter. On the layer under the stroller, I ran the card stock through the ink to darken it a bit and give it some texture. I ran the background card stock through the Big Shot with one of the Texturz Plates to duplicate the dots that are on the stroller. And, of course, some ribbon finished the cards off perfectly!Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Deal of the Week - Week 2
Here are this week's deals...Item | Description | Special Price |
| 115961 | Perfect Setting Bigz XL die | $34.99 |
| 114515 | Flower Burst Embosslits die | $7.49 |
| 116760 | Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die | $34.99 |
These special prices are available until October 18th. Order today to be sure you don't miss out!
Saturday, October 10, 2009
It's time for Santa's Workshop!
Announcing the first date... there will be more!
This is one of the most popular stamping classes each year so I will offer additional dates. But, the first date will be Sunday, October 25th starting at 1:00 pm.
This class will feature all Christmas cards, in the same format as a Stamp-A-Stack. Cost is $15 and includes up to 7 cards, or you can keep stamping and we'll calculate your total based on $2 per card. Register at bevennis@shaw.ca.
This is a great way to start getting inspiration for your Christmas cards! The card shown here is another make and take from my last downline meeting. This one is Alicia's creativity. Isn't this stamp set - Lovely as a Tree - one of the most versatile sets? It's great for all seasons.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Friday, October 09, 2009
Be thankful
As we get ready for the Thanksgiving weekend, I thought I would share this lovely card that was one of the make and takes at my group meeting last weekend. This one is the creative work of Sonia. I just love the colours of fall and am so enjoying watching the leaves change colour right now... The designer series paper on this card make it a quick and easy one to create, but it's very beautiful.
I hope that you enjoy the Thanksgiving weekend. I look forward to reflecting on all the many things in my life for which I am thankful.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
PS - I know that many of you are anxiously waiting to hear about upcoming classes... I will post dates over the weekend, including the date of my Open House!
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Magical Birthday Wishes...
I'm just getting ready to head out to a 4th birthday party for little Chantal... I finished making her card and then realized that I had it all sealed in the envelope and had not even thought to take a picture! Silly me...
So instead, I'm sharing this adorable card that I received in a swap from my friend Alicia. I love how Alicia chose to colour this image... it could be one that would be very time consuming, but looks perfect just outlined in colour. Another idea for this that I've seen is to leave it completely uncoloured (is that a word? I don't think it is... oh well!) and then attach a couple of crayons to the front of the card so that the little girl who receives it can do her own colouring. I was thinking about that idea just now and then thought that you could maybe attach the horse layer with magnets to your card front so that she could take it off, colour it and then have a fridge magnet. That would be fun! Oh, but I would recommend stamping the image in Jet Black StazOn if you did this because it will not be as prone to fading as the Classic ink would be... or you could stamp in Craft or VersaMark ink and emboss in black which would be really cute!
Okay, I better go get showered... I have to go help decorate and then I'm in charge of entertaining the kids at the party today so I can't be late! : )
Bev.
PS - Happy birthday to our little neice Brooklyn who is turning 2 today! Wish we could be in Calgary to celebrate with you, but we will be thinking about you!! : )
(All images copyright 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!)
Friday, October 02, 2009
September Contest Cards
I received 3 submissions for the September contest... what great submissions! Here they are:
This first card was made by Tiffany. Some of you may have met Tiffany when she's come to stamping classes here with her Mom. She's a great little stamper and I always enjoy when she's able to come and stamp with us! I adore her ghost card. She's cut the ghosts and clouds out by hand and then used circle punches to make the moon and pumpkin. I particularly like how she dragged the stamp pad over the background card stock to make it look like night. Cute card, Tiffany!!
Tiffany's Mom, Jamie, also submitted a great fall inspired card. She did a lovely job of colouring in all these images... And, I really like the ground that she coloured in. It looks like Jamie used Watercolour Paper which makes watercolouring so much easier.
And the last card was submitted by Carol Lynn. I was thrilled to see her use these leaves. Stampin' Up used to carry them, but they were retired quite a while back. I always loved them, but unfortunately they were one of those things that I treasured so much that I never used them myself! It looks like Carol Lynn used the French Script background stamp on this card. This is such an elegant card.Thanks to all of you for entering the contest and sharing your artwork with us!
Now, it's time to announce the winner. Remember, your name goes in once for each card submitted and then I use a list generator to choose the winner... Here's what came up this time around:
- Carol Lynn
- Tiffany
- Jamie
Okay, time for a new contest... For the month of October, the contest theme will be KIDS! Anything for the littler ones in the crowd. Same "rules" as always... your submissions must use only Stampin' Up! products (current or retired) and in emailing me your submission, you are giving me permission to post it on my blog. The prize will again be $20 in Stampin' Up! product plus a hostess stamp set. You will receive one entry in the prize draw per submission.
Happy stampin'!
Bev.
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