Unchartered Territory

Good Afternoon. Today I thought I would share with you a card that was not "Christmasy". I just love this card. It reminds me of peaceful and tranquil moments. I guess we all need that in the hustle and bustle of Christmas! This card was created by my friend, Tammy Quintrell. Enjoy!

Set: Unchartered Territory
Cardstock: Baja Breeze, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, and Elegant Soiree Designer Series Paper
Ink: Versamark Pad
Accessories: Silver Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Oval Punches, Scallop Edge Border Punch,
Dimensionals, Very Vanilla 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, and Hemp Twine

Don't forget to keep checking back to see the latest in card creations! Hope you are getting your shopping done and your Christmas Cards in the mail!

Sparkly and Bright

Good Morning. Hope your week is going well. I just think it is going way too fast. Although, the weekend always looks brighter! Today I am sharing a card made by Tina Fox again using the Jolly Old Saint Nick set along with Sparkly & Bright. Enjoy!

Sets: Jolly Old Saint Nick and Sparkly & Bright
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Whisper White, and Bashful Blue
Ink: Night of Navy, Basic Black, and Real Red (to color in)
Accessories: Northern Flurry Textured Impessions Embossing Folder, Dazzling Diamonds, and
Two Way Glue Pen

Don't forget to check back again to see the latest. Hope everyone has a GREAT day!

Jolly Old Saint Nick

Good Morning. I figure that a crooked scan is better than no blog post this morning. Sorry, but I am running out the door in a little bit and don't have time to fix it. Nonetheless, hope you enjoy it! This card was created by my friend Heather Boedeker. It is such a vivid and beautiful card.

Set: Jolly Old Saint Nick and Just Believe
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Soft Suede, and Very Vanilla
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, and Newsprint Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Blender Pen, Dazzling Diamonds, Two Way Glue Pen, Extra Large Decorative
Label Punch, Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding, Deck the Halls Designer Buttons,
Petals a Plenty Textured Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, and Scallop Circle # 2
Die

The winner from Thursday's drawing is ... Genny Resch. She will receive the NEW Handmade By Stamp from the NEW Occasions Mini Catalog. You should be received this catalog in the mail within the next week. Make sure you take the time to sit down with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy it as the products are just, just , just ... exciting!!! Hope your Monday is a good start to a new week!

Jolliest Time of the Year

Good Morning! I wanted to share with you today a Christmas card to get you in the "mood". The mood to make Christmas cards! Hope you enjoy it.

Set: Jolliest Time of the Year
Cardstock: Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White
Ink: Tempting Turquoise and Basic Black and Various Markers
Accessories: Northern Flurry Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Scallop Edge Border
Punch, Dazzling Diamonds, Two Way Glue Pen, Dimensionals, Extra Large
Scallop Oval Punch, and Large Oval Punch

The winner of my last drawing was Karen Siegman. She will receive a sampler of the Autumn Spice Designer Specialty Paper. Congratulations, Karen. Okay, here is another opportunity ... shoot me an e-mail or send me a comment so that I know you are back on board in checking my blog and I will enter your name in my drawing. Winner will receive ... a new item from the NEW Mini Occasions Catalog! Surprise. Who doesn't enjoy pleasant surprises?

Autumn Spice

Good Morning. Wow, was the wind and rain blowing last night? It sure was at my house. It was so nice to be snuggly and warm in my bed, though. Hope you enjoyed the sunshine this morning? Our featured card for today was created by Lori Staley, a demonstrator friend of mine. I think she created an easy, but gorgeous card. Hope you enjoy it! The technique she used on the leaf was stamped in More Mustard ink and then she used a markers to color in certain spots. It adds color to the leaf and makes it look quite natural!

Set: Day of Gratitude
Cardstock: Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, and Autumn Spice Specialty Paper
(great way to use scraps)
Ink: More Mustard, Early Espresso, and Markers (Cajun Craze and Old Olive)
Accessories: Ticket Corner Punch and Dimensionals

Shoot me an e-mail or leave me a comment so that I know you are checking in on my blog this week and I will enter your name in my drawing. The drawing will take place tomorrow. The winner will receive ... a sampler of the Autumn Spice Specialty Paper.

Christmas Postcard

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Cindy Fagundes, a fellow demonstrator. This is perfect for those vintage Christmas card lovers! Enjoy!

Set: Christmas Postcard
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, and Newsprint Designer Series Paper
Ink: Basic Black and Crumb Cake (to sponge more color on the Newsprint and center piece)
Accessories: Retired Basic Black Organza Ribbon and Perfect Polka Dots Textured Embossing
Folder

Check back in tomorrow for the latest in stampin' creativity! Hope you have a GREAT day despite the rain!

Another Day of Gratitude

Good Morning. I am back from my extended vacation. Thank you all for your patience and your faithfulness in checking the blog. Boy did I ever "catch it" on Friday evening --- for not posting for awhile! The card that I am sharing today was created by Susan Deitch, a fellow demonstrator. I love the color combination that Susan used here. Enjoy!

Set: Day of Gratitude
Cardstock: More Mustard, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, and Cajun Craze
Ink: Early Espresso, Pear Pizzazz, More Mustard, and Cajun Craze
Accessories: Corner Rounder, Vintage Wallpaper Textured Embossing Folder, Curly Label
Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, Early Espresso 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon,
and Dimensional

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see our next cool card post. Hope your week gets off to a good start!

A Little Bit of Halloween

Good Morning. Today, I thought I would share a little bit of Halloween with you. I am not a big Halloween person, but I do think this card is cute. This card was created by Amy Haskedakes, a fellow demonstrator. Enjoy!

Set: Wicked Cool
Cardstock: Basic Black, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White, and Wicked Fun Specialty
Designer Series Paper
Ink: Basic Black and Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: 1" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 2 3/8" Scallop Circle
Punch, Dimensionals, and 5/8" Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon

For those of you who are attending my class tomorrow, I just can't wait. I am working on some cool projects for you to put together. Also, I will be demo-ing a couple of awesome techniques. I am so looking forward to tomorrow. Just a "heads up" that I will not be posting on here again until November 1, (scary - wow, Christmas is around the corner) as I will be out of town most of next week. Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

Candy Cane Christmas

Good Morning. Yes, I am up and about this morning. As a matter of fact, I have been moving around since 6 a.m. Haven't even had any coffee. For those of you who thought you I missed yesterday's post, look for my previous post as I did make a post before midnight last night! Don't want you to miss the second card. I forget to mention previously that all of the cards in the October Kit to Go use the NEW Candy Cane Christmas Designer Series Paper. When I saw it in the Holiday Mini Catalog, it didn't do much for me, but seeing it used makes all the difference in the world! This card also uses the NEW Tinsel Trim which I am loving.

And you are asking ... How do I get one of these kits? Let me know by November 6, if you are interested in one. The October Kit to Go includes cardstock and embellishments to make a total of 12 cards (3 cards - 4 of each design). They all use the same stamp set A Cute Christmas; however, you can also substitute a set of your own. The kit comes with instructions and pictures. What a great way to get started making your Christmas cards. They are $20 each and payment isn't due until I deliver.

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow for our latest creation. Hope you have a fabulous day!

A Cute Christmas

I made if before midnight!! I know I am posting late, but I made it! This has been a very hectic week for me. However, I am perservering. Hope you enjoy this card that is in our October Kit to Go. Check the previous post to get all the details on how you can get your Kit to Go and get a jump-start on your Christmas cards this year. Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the last in the series of three in our October Kit to Go.

October Kit to Go

Good Morning. This is the first in our series of three cards in the October Kit to Go. This Kit to Go is a fabulous way for you to get a jump-start on your Christmas card making for the year! You will get enough cardstock and embellishments to make 12 Christmas cards. The kit includes instructions and pictures. The set used in all three cards is A Cute Christmas. However, you can always substitute another set and your cards will look just as nice! Oh, by the way, this card is unique, as on the inside, you can make it a gift card holder, or if you don't want that feature, you can leave it out. Surprise!



Important info: Kit includes cardstock and embellishments for 12 cards (3 designs - 4 cards each --- the other two cards will be posted in the next two days). You will be putting a variety of Designer Series Paper, Textured Paper, and embellishments in your cards. You provide the stamps and ink. You will receive instructions and pictures for assembling. The set being used for all three cards (different image each time) is A Cute Christmas. Fee: $20 for the October Kit to Go.



Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the next in the series of 3 in our October Kit to Go.

Day of Gratitude

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today is from a NEW set in the Holiday Mini - Day of Gratitude. I just love this set. It is very versatile. Hope you enjoy it as much. We will be using the set on Saturday at our class. This card was created by Kelly Rogers, a fellow demonstrator. Enjoy!

Set: Day of Gratitude
Cardstock: Early Espresso, Whisper White, and Pear Pizzazz
Ink: Early Espresso, Pear Pizzazz, and Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz, Pear Pizzazz 1/2" Stitched Poly Ribbon, Corner
Ticket Punch, and Extra Large Oval Punch

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow for the latest card idea. Have a GREAT day!

Extreme Elements

Good Morning. Loving the sunshine today! This card was created by Rachel Yurkanin, a fellow demonstrator. I don't know what you are thinking, but I am thinking that this card just screams teenage boy! It would not typically be the kind of card that I would send, but I just love the colors. I think that what makes this card so unique is that it only takes one accessory (2 1/2" Circle Punch) to make it look so nice. Enjoy!

Set: Extreme Elements and Extreme Skateboard
Cardstock: Not Quite Navy, Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, and Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, and Night Quite Navy
Accessories: 2 1/2" Circle Punch

Don't forget to check back in on Monday for some more cool cards to create!

Charming

Good Morning. This card was created by my friend, Heather Boedeker. I met up with her at our local regional event a couple of weeks ago and we both SWAPPED cards. She always does such a great job on her cards. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Set: Charming and Tiny Tags
CS: Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, and Naturals Ivory
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Victoria Crochet Trim Ribbon, Jewelry
Tag Medium Punch, Dimensional, Perfect Details Texturz Plates, and Antique
Brads

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the latest in card crafting!

Baby Bundle

Good Afternoon. Hope you are enjoying the sunshine? I love it. Looks like rain for tomorrow, though. This sample was created by Kathleen (no last name on it) and I really like it! Unfortunately, I can't figure out what she used on the So Safron piece. I looks like she used a texturz plate. However, I can't find it in the catalog. I saw it used on another sample that I received too??? Also, take note, the actual card is in Textured Whisper White. You can't really see it here, but it definitely adds to the card. Enjoy!

Set: Baby Bundle

Cardstock: Whisper White, Whisper White Textured, So Safron, Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz, and

Nursery Suite Specialty Designer Series Paper

Ink: Basic Black, Baja Breeze, and Markers: Pear Pizzazz, So Safron, and Baja Breeze

Accessories: Basic Rhinestone, Dimensional, Baja Breeze Striped Grosgrain, Eyelet Border

Punch, Scallop Oval Extra Large Punch, and 1 3/4" x 7/8" Oval Large Punch

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the last card sample of the week! What a good way to end your work week!

Kind Autumn Days

Good Morning. Loving these cool mornings and evenings. The card that I am sharing with you today was made by Leslie Percival, another demonstrator. This is a simple, but nice looking thank you card. I do like the fall colors. Enjoy!

Set: Autumn Days and Thank you Kindly
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Pear Pizzazz, Very Vanilla, Pumpkin Pie, and Sweet & Sour
Specialty Designer Series Paper
Ink: Chocolate Chip and Pumpkin Pie
Accessories: Sponge (Sponging along the edges) and Scallop Edge Border Punch

Don't forget to check out my web-site at www.faithfulstampers.stampinup.net as the Clearance Rack Blitz has some NEW items. Click on Products and then Shop Now. Click on Clearance Rack on the left hand side. Click the down arrow on the right hand side where it says "show" and then click "all" so it will give you all the clearance products. Some have sold out and they have replaced them with new products!

Hand Knit

Good Morning. What a cool, nice morning it is. Just my kind of weather. Hope you are gettinga good start off to your week. Today I am sharing a sample from Tracy Bygate. This is the first time that I have seen this set used. I think she did an excellent job!

Set: Hand Knit
Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Not Quite Navy, and Elegant Soiree Designer Series Paper
Ink: Early Espresso
Accessories: Bitty Buttons, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Perfect Polka Dots, Finial Press
Textured Impressions Embossing Folders, Scallop Trim Border Punch, and Small Corner
Punch

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the latest. Have a GREAT day!

Serene Snowflakes

Good Morning. A beautiful sunny morning; love it! The card that I am sharing with you today was made by Shelley Hull, a fellow demonstrator. I have to say that I have always liked this set and I am glad that it is in the catalog. Enjoy!

Set: Serene Snowflakes and ?? -- Okay this is driving me crazy... where did this tag stamp
come from? I even think that I own it, but can't find it (e-mail me and the first person
to do so with the name of the set, gets a set of 6 Christmas cards for FREE)
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Whisper, White, and Brushed Silver
Ink: Night of Navy, Marina Mist, and Silver Encore
Accessories: Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, Night of Navy 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Large Tag,
and Extra Large Tag Punch

And the moment that you all have been waiting for ... the winner of the blog "candy" from yesterday ... 6 cards w/envelopes ... goes to ... Lynda T. Congratulations, Lynda.

Don't forget to check back in on Monday for another week of fabulous card ideas! Have a GREAT weekend!

Aviary

Good Morning. Isn't this a beautiful card? Unfortunately, I cannot take credit for this one. This card was created by Connie Reitz from Hershey, PA. It is so simple, but so nice looking. This is one set that I don't have, but I saw many things done with this set last weekend which makes me want to add it to my "collection".



Set: Aviary

Cardstock: Pacific Point, Whisper White, Melon Mambo, Baja Breeze, Daffodil Delight, and

and Certainly Celery

Ink: Pacific Point and Chocolate Chip

Accesories: Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Basic Rhinestones, Basic Pearls, and Backgrounds I

Texturz Plates (background for Melon Mambo - hard to see when scanned)



Drop me a comment or shoot me an e-mail to let me know that you checked my blog today and I will enter your name in my drawing that will take place tomorrow morning. The winner will receive a set of six cards and envelopes. Have a great day!

A Cardinal Christmas

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Sherry Ishman-Lynch. I just love how she used the tag and button together. Simple, but quite cute.

Sets: A Cardinal Christmas and Vintage Vogue
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, and Crumb Cake
Ink: Soft Suede and Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Silver Foil Smooch Spritz, and Brights Designer Buttons

Don't forget to check back in tomrorow to see what I have up my sleeve! You just never know.

Christmas Collage

Good Afternoon. What dreary weather! That is okay, I am not going to let it get my spirits down; hope you don't either. Today I am sharing a new set with you from the Holiday Mini Catalog. This card was created by Carolyn Bosley, a fellow demonstrator. The cool thing about this card is ... it is very easy to make. Enjoy!

Set: Christmas Collage
Cardstock: Very Vanilla and Real Red
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, Real Red Taffeta Ribbon, Silver Tinsel Ribbon,
Petals-a-Plenty Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Top Note Die, Dimensionals,
and Scallop Edge Border Punch

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see another cool creation!

Tags til Christmas

Good Morning! Yes, I know, another rainy Monday, but it could be worse. This week I will be sharing samples from a Stampin' Up! Regional Meeting that I attended over the weekend. I collected 58 SWAPS. Of course, I had to make 58 SWAPS to get them. Also, I participated in a mailing SWAP prior to that and received those late last week. Hope you enjoy all of them! It should be a week full of posting fun. The card that I am sharing with you today uses a NEW set from the Holiday Mini Catalog, Tags til Christmas.

Sets: Tags til Christmas and Curly Cute
Cardstock: Whisper White and Marina Mist
Ink: Night of Navy and Whisper White Craft Pad
Accessories: Dimensional, Basic Rhinestones, Northern Flurry Textured Impressions Embossing
Folder, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, and Northern Frost Decorative Strip Die

I did just realize that I forgot to announce the winner of our last "blog candy". I apologize for leaving you hanging! The winner is ... Krystal D. Congratulations, Krystal, she will receive a pack of the Basic Pearls. Thanks for checking in on me!

Cherry Just Believe

Good Morning! I think that I have posted this before, but want to post it again since it is the last in the series of 3 in the September Card Kit to Go. I was hoping to have this posted yesterday, but it just didn't happen. If you are interested in one of these kits, please let me know by Monday, October 4. I am extending the deadline since I didn't have the last one posted until today.

There are 12 cards in the September Kit to Go. You will get 4 of each of three different designs. The cardstock is cut and embellishments are provided. You provide the stamps and ink. Instructions are included and pictures of each design are provided. The fee is $20 for all 12 cards.

Hope you all have a marvelous weekend! Enjoy the 1st day of October.

September Card Kit

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today is the second one in the series of three in our September Card Kit to Go. These kits are great for getting your cards made fast! You will receive the cardstock and embellishments for 12 cards. You provide the stamp sets and ink. There will be 4 each of 3 different designs. Tomorrow I will be posting the third design. The kits are $20 for 12 cards and include instructions and pictures of the cards. If you are interested in one of these kits, please let me know by Thursday, September 30.



Hope you all have a GREAT day! I just love this weather (now that the rain is over).



Drop me a comment or e-mail me so that I know you have read my blog today and I will enter your name in my drawing. The drawing will take place tomorrow and the winner will receive a pack of the Basic Pearls! Who couldn't use those to add "pizzazz" to their cards??

Just Believe Card Kit

Good Morning. Today I am sharing with you one of the cards from the Just Believe Card Kit for the month of September. This kit includes all the cardstock and embellishments to complete 12 cards. You would get 4 of these cards to make. You supply the ink and stamps. All three cards in the kit will be using the Just Believe set which many of you have purchased. The kit also comes with instructions and pictures of what the cards should look like. The fee is $20 for 12 cards. Please let me know by Thursday, September 30, if you would like to purchase one of these kits.

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend and that you're week is getting off to a good start. With rain, I am not sure that is possible! Enjoy!

Merry Crittermas

Good Evening. I didn't let you down. Just a little late in posting this evening. Emily helped me create this card so that I could do 33, yes, read it and weep, 33 SWAPS that we put in the mail on Friday! The good thing is, I will have 33 new samples for you all to see. Take note of the punch used here (NEW Decorative Label) as the white was punched with it. The red was punched with the same punch, but it was cut/paste (so to speak) together to get the matted red piece.

Set: Merry Crittermas
Cardstock: Bashful Blue, Real Red, Whisper White, and Sahara Sand
Ink: Basic Black and White Kraft
Accessories: Dauber, Basic Rhinestones, Real Red Satin Ribbon, Northern Flurry Textured
Impressions Embossing Folder, and Extra Large Decorative Label Punch

Check back in tomorrow and hopefully, I will have more to share. Have a GREAT week!

Iris Folding

Good Morning! Hope you are all getting geared up for the weekend? I sure am. Today Emily is sharing with you a special card with you. I call it "too much time on her hands", as I don't have the time or patience for this technique. She has made it before and just loves it! We apologize, but the top square got a little "chewed up" with the punch, but you should get the general idea. The recipe for the card is below. However, if you want specific instructions for the Iris Folding Technique, please e-mail me at faithfulstampers@cescowildblue.com and I will send you the document with the instructions.

Set: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Cardstock: Daffodil Delight, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler, and Greenhouse
Gala Designer Series Paper
Ink: Early Espresso
Accessories: 5-Petal Flower Punch, Half-back Pearl, Dimensional, Pinking Hearts Border
Punch

Hope you all have a marvelous weekend. Can't wait to see some of you tomorrow!

Eggplant Envy Upsy Daisy

Good Morning. Yes, this is scary ... two posts in less than 24 hours. Hope that add a little something to your day! The card that Emily made for today uses the NEW Basic Pearls. I think that just add a lovely touch to the card.

Set: Upsy Daisy
Cardstock: Whisper White, Crumb Cake, and Elegant Eggplant
Ink: Concord Crush
Accessories: Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Modern Label Punch, and Basic Pearls

I haven't seen anything in the works on Emily's desk yet, but she often surprises me. So, check back in tomorrow as I wouldn't want you to miss the latest. Have a GREAT day!

Dreams du Jour

Good Evening. I think that I have bit off more than I can chew! This week seems extra busy. In any case, Emily has volunteered to help me out by making some cards for the blog. Her creation today uses the Dreams du Jour set. Love this set; haven't used it much, but love it! Take note, the card is actually smaller. I like seeing different folds and different size cards. Enjoy!



Set: Dreams du Jour

Cardstock: Rose Red, Soft Suede, Whisper White, and retired designer series paper , but you

can easily use the NEW Newsprint for this

Ink: Soft Suede, Rose Red and Old Olive Markers

Accessories: Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, 1 3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, and Antique Brads



Check back in tomorrow as I am pretty sure Emily is working on another card for tomorrow too! Can't wait to see some of you on Saturday. Hope you have an awesome week!

Gray French Foliage

Good Evening. Yesterday was definitely one of those days that just got out of control! Please tell me you have had one of those and I am not the only one?? Oh well, count it all joy. The card that I made for today, uses the French Foliage set again. Loving it! Enjoy.



Sets: French Foliage and Teeny Tiny Wishes

Cardstock: Basic Gray, More Mustard, Riding Hood Red, Wild Wasabi, and Naturals White

Ink: More Mustard, Wild Wasabi, Cherry Cobbler, and Basic Gray

Accessories: Silver Brads, Modern Label Punch, and Word Window Punch



The winner of our blog "candy" from Tuesday is ... Peggy C. Congratulations, Peggy, you will receive the NEW Northern Flurry Textured Impressions Embossing Folder!



Check back in on Monday for the latest. Tomorrow is a busy day and I am sure I won't have the chance to post. Have a marvelous weekend!

French Foliage

Good Afternoon! Hope you all enjoyed your cool holiday weekend. I sure did. If only it were longer ...

The card that I am sharing with you today uses one of the NEW sets from the Holiday Mini Catalog ... French Foliage. I am not usually a "fall person", but this year I am really looking forward to the cooler weather. Enjoy!

Sets: French Foliage and Define Your Life
Cardstock: Cajun Craze and Confetti Cream
Ink: More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, and Soft Suede
Accessories: Hemp Twine

Drop me an e-mail or send me a comment to let me know that you are checking my blog and I will enter your name in my drawing. The drawing will take place tomorrow morning and the winner will receive a NEW accessory from the NEW Holiday Mini Catalog.

Vacation

Good Evening. I am sorry ... no pictures to post this evening. As a matter of fact, I have decided to take a mini vacation! Okay, I guess 7 days is more than a mini vacation isn't it? I have way too much to organize before next Tuesday gets here (back to school full time for us). So, I have decided to take a blogging vacation until then. With any luck, I will have something for you next Tuesday, September 7. Don't forget to check back in then! Hope you all enjoy your last days of summer vacation and have a blessed holiday weekend.

Thoughts of Fall

Good Evening. You know the saying ... Better Late than Never! The card that I have created for today brings fall thoughts to my mind. I am looking forward to the cooler weather. Enjoy!

Sets: Greenhouse Garden and Watercolor Trio (verse)
Cardstock: Very Vanilla, More Mustard, and Soft Suede
Ink: More Mustard and Soft Suede
Accessories: Early Espresso Taffeta Ribbon and Square Lattice Textured Embossing Folder

Check back in tomorrow for the next creation. Hope you have a GREAT Tuesday!

Pink Watercolor Trio

Good Evening. I know that "Good Evening" is a little different for me, but I do realize that I won't have a chance to post tomorrow so ... thought I better do it late tonight! The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Pamela Becker. I just love how she used this set. Again, I just think it is very versatile. Of course, when purchasing, versatile is what we are looking for! Enjoy!

Set: Watercolor Trio and All Holidays
Cardstock: Pretty in Pink, So Safron, Marina Mist, and Very Vanilla
Ink: Marina Mist, Pretty in Pink, So Safron, and Pear Pizzazz
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Dimensional, Pretty in Pink Grosgrain
Ribbon, and Top Note Die

Peach Watercolor Trio

Good Morning. I love the colors in this card that I created this morning. Hope you like them too! I just think you can do so much with this set. Of course, the card looks better in person. Enjoy the rainy day!

Sets: Watercolor Trio and On Your Birthday
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, Peach Parfait, and Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz and Peach Parfait (Markers
Accessories: Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch, and Moss Taffeta Ribbon (retired)

Mini Catalogs anyone? I received mine. Hope you received yours. The winner of the drawing is ... Davona P. She will receive a mixture of the NEW Glimmer Brads and a sampler of Autumn Spice Designer Series Paper.

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the latest!

Under the Stars

Good Morning. Hope you all had a good weekend. You know how you just can't give just any card to those special in your lives? It just has to be a "special" card for just the right person! Here is a card that I made for my nephew for his birthday. It hard to tell by the scan, but the marshmallow part of the Smores has Crystal Effects and Dazzling Diamonds sprinkled on it. Definitely one of those cards where the scan/computer doesn't do it justice. Enjoy!

Set: Under the Stars

Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White, and Always Artichoke

Ink: Early Espresso, Chocolate Chip, and Markers: Creamy Caramel and Close to Cocoa

Accessories: 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Dazzling Diamonds,

and Crystal Effects

Genny R. is the lucky one! She informed me that the "verse" from the Plum Greenhouse Garden card was from Flight of the Butterfly. Congratulations, Genny, you will receive an item from the NEW Holiday Mini Catalog. By the way, has anyone received their Holiday Mini Catalog? E-mail me with your favorite item from the mini catalog and I will enter your name in my drawing. Drawing will take place tomorrow morning. Winner receives an item (of my choice) from the NEW Holiday Mini Catalog!

Plum Greenhouse Garden

Good Morning. Most of the cards that I have been posting lately are from my quarterly meeting that was held a couple of weeks ago. I apologize for not putting many of mine on here lately, but I am playing catch-up before back-to-school. Cleaning out and straightening up and getting ready for the upcoming school year! This card that I am posting today was created by Claudia (no last name mentioned on the card). Enjoy!

Set: Greenhouse Garden and the words come from another set... can't find it off hand, but
the first person who e-mails me or sends me a comment with the name of the set
will win a prize from me!
Cardstock: Perfect Plum, Garden Green, and Whisper White
Ink: Perfect Plum (stamped off too), Pumpkin Pie (stamped off), Pretty in Pink, and Melon
Mambo
Accessories: Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Check back in tomorrow for the latest!

Navy Elements of Style

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Lynne Peters. I like how she used a different stamp in this set. We are so used to the other ones being used, but haven't seen much with this one. The colors are very different too, but look nice together. Enjoy!

Set: Elements of Style
Cardstock: Night of Navy, Very Vanilla, and River Rock
Ink: River Rock and Night of Navy
Accessories: Backgrounds I Texturz Plates, Scallop Trim Corner and Scallop Trim Border
Punch

Hope you check back in tomorrow to see what the next post is. Also, hope your week is going as well as mine!

Cherry Just Believe

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Kathy Johnson. I just love the colors on this card! Hope you enjoy it too.

Set: Just Believe
Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke, Very Vanilla, and Early Espresso
Ink: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler (Markers), and Early Espresso
Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch, Beautiful
Wings Die, and Vintage Wallpaper Textured Embossing Folder

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow to see the latest creation!

Perfect Punches

Happy Monday to you! My card that I am sharing with you today uses another new set that I am falling in love with! It is called Perfect Punches. I like the versatility with this set. Enjoy!

Set: Perfect Punches
Cardstock: Daffodil Delight, Real Read, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, and Certainly Celery
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: Perfect Polka Dots Textured Embossing Folder, Swirly Die, Daffodil Delight 1/8"
Taffeta Ribbon, 1 3/4" Scalloped Circle Extra Large Punch, 2 3/8" Scalloped Circle
Extra Large, 2 x 1 3/8" Extra Large Oval Punch, 1" Circle Punch, and Dimensional

Take Note -- The white flower parts were snipped with the Paper Snips which you can't see well
here. Hope you all have a GREAT start to your new week!

Artistic Etchings

Good Morning. Our featured card for today is the 3rd in our series of 3 in the August Kit to Go. This card uses a NEW set from the catalog --- Artistic Etchings. I think they are really getting into this vintage look this year.

The August Kit to Go can be purchased for $20. The kit includes instructions, pictures of the cards, cardstock and embellishments for a total of 12 cards. You provide the ink and sets. This is very much like a Stamp-a-Stack class that I have. Remember, if you are considering to purchase one, please let me know by Friday, August 20th. They will be ready by September 1.

Also, a reminder that I have an upcoming Stamp-a-Stack class on Friday evening at 6 p.m. I still have a few spaces left. Let me know if you wish to join us! I will be posting a card to share with you tomorrow morning instead of scrapbook pages. Unfortunately, Scrappin' Friday is on hold until I purchase a new camera (hopefully this weekend) as my husband left it out in the rain on a ship! I forgive him though ... pictures have been saved! Hope you all enjoy your day! I know I will.

Regal Because I Care

Good Morning! A beautiful, sunny, hot morning it is. Today I am posting the 2nd in our series of three cards in the August Kit to Go. This card also uses the Because I Care set. You can purchase this kit for $20 each. The kit to go includes instructions and pictures of the cards, all the cardstock and embellishments to make them, and you provide the stamps and ink. If you are interested in one of these kits, please let me know by August 20. The kits will be ready by September 1. Tomorrow I will be posting the 3rd card in the series.

August Kit to Go

Good Morning. I am sharing with you today the first card in a set of three in our August Kit to Go. This kit will include 12 cards (3 designs -- 4 of each card) and will be available for $20 each. I provide the paper and embellishments and you provide the stamps and ink. This month, the sets that I will be using are Because I Care (2 designs) and Artistic Etchings (1 design). I will be posting the other two cards in the kit in the next two days. If you are interested in one of these kits, please let me know by Friday, August 20. Enjoy!

And now ... the moment you have all been waiting for ... the winner of the Taffeta Ribbon (color of her choice) is ... Peggy C. Congratulations, Peggy! Let me know what color you would like ... this ribbon is used above and we will use it at our class on Friday evening too!

Studio Sketches

Good Morning. A hot one that we are being promised! Today I am sharing with you a sample made by a friend of mine, Lori Staley. What a beautiful card! Hope you all enjoy it as much as I do. This is a set that I would have never thought to purchase, but seeing what she did with it, makes me want to!

Sets: Studio Sketches and Favorite Thoughts (Summer Mini Catalog)
Cardstock: Pear Pizzazz, Early Espresso, and Designer Series Paper; can't find it... is it retired?
Ink: Early Espresso, Pear Pizzazz (Markers too)
Accessories: 3/16" Corner Rounder Punch and Very Vanilla 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon

I just love this new Taffeta Ribbon. Who would like some? Send me an e-mail or a comment to let me know you are reading my blog, I will enter you name in my drawing (to take place tomorrow) for a roll of 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (color of your choice).

Black Just Believe

Good Morning. I do apologize this morning for not posting a Scrappin' Friday sample, but my husband has the camera and I need that in order to get the pictures to you. Ahhh, forgot all about it. Instead you get my latest card creation. This set is growing on me more and more! I used it at my meeting so ... I don't own it ... YET! Enjoy.

Set: Just Believe
Cardstock: Basic Black and Cherry Cobbler
Ink: Basic Black and Versa Mark Pad
Accessories: Black Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Basic Black 5/8" Satin Ribbon, Square
Lattice Textured Embossing Folder, Modern Label Punch, and Word Window
Punch

Please check back in on Monday for my latest creation. Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

Friends Never Fade

Good Morning. I survived the cake auction last night at the fair! Wow, what a storm we had. We finally arrived home last evening at 11 p.m.

Today I am sharing a card made by Melissa Goodwin. She did an awesome job on this card. I always like to see samples of cards using some of the new sets. They amaze me when I look at them in the catalog and they do nothing for me ... then I see a card sample using them and then it is a different story! This is no exception.

Set: Friends Never Fade
Cardstock: Marina Mist, Very Vanilla, and Certainly Celery
Ink: Marina Mist, Certainly Celery, and Chocolate Chip Markers
Accessories: Vintage Wallpaper Textured Embossing Folder and Very Vanilla 5/8" Satin
Ribbon

Check back in tomorrow for Scrappin' Friday. I will be posting a 2 page scrapbooking spread.
Enjoy your day!

All Holidays

Good Morning. The card that I am sharing with you today was created by Pamela Becker. She did a great job on this cute card. Hope you enjoy it!

Sets: Watercolor Trio and All Holidays (not sure where the From the Heart comes from)
Cardstock: Pretty in Pink, Very Vanilla, So Safron, and Baja Breeze
Ink: So Safron, Old Olive, Baja Breeze, and Pretty in Pink
Accessories: Top Note Die, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Dimensionals, Pretty in
Pink Grosgrain Ribbon

Check back in tomorrow for the latest sample that I will be sharing.

Just Believe

Good Evening. I had all intentions of posting this creation earlier today, but my computer just wouldn't cooperate. Hope you all enjoy the blues... I just love them.



Set: Just Believe

Cardstock: Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, and Old Olive

Ink: Bashful Blue and Old Olive and Pacific Point Markers

Accessories: Square Lattice Textured Embossing Folder, Dimensional, Eyelet Border Punch,

1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, and 5/8" Marina Mist Satin Ribbon



Don't forget to check back in tomorrow for another cool creation!

Elegant Lines

Good Morning. This card was created by Susan Brummer. Susan created a fine, elegant card for me to share today. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Take note, the scallop oval punch out was brushed with Baja Breeze using a sponge.

Set: Perfect Punches

Cardstock: Basic Black, Baja Breeze, and Whisper White

Ink: Basic Black and Baja Breeze

Accessories: Elegant Lines Textured Embossing Folder, Scallop Oval Punch, 5/8" Black

Satin Ribbon, and Basic Pearls



Don't forget to check back in tomorrow for the next ultimate creation. Hope you all have a fabulous start to your week!

Green Elements of Style

Good Afternoon. Today I am sharing with you the Elements of Style set. Hope you enjoy the card!

Set: Elements of Style
Cardstock: Old Olive, Certainly Celery, Pear Pizzazz, Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper,
and Whisper White
Ink: Basic Gray and Daffodil Delight (sponged around Scallop Circle)
Accessories: Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Scallop Circle Die, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing
Folder, 1" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Dimensional, and Brights Brad

The winner of our blog candy from yesterday is ... Debi C. Debi will receive a stamp set from my stock. Congratulations, Debi! Our family is preparing for the Carroll County Fair and projects get turned in Thursday and Friday this week. Check back next week to see the latest creations as we will be busy getting ready for the fair the rest of this week!

Under the Stars Birthday

Yesterday my son turned 16! I just couldn't resist making this card for him. Just love the SMORES! I put some money in the card and told him, I knew he would just want SMORE (some more). Note, the bear and top Smores is cut out. Enjoy!

Set: Under the Stars
Cardstock: Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, and To the Nines Designer Series
Ink: Basic Black and Chocolate Chip
Markers: Close to Cocoa, Going Gray, and Creamy Caramel
Accessories: Bashful Blue Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Drop me a comment or send me an e-mail to let me know you are still checking in with me on the blog and I will enter your name in my drawing. Drawing will take place tomorrow morning. Drawing will be for ... you will just have to wait and see!