Mouthwatering Birthday

Could summer be here?  I hope so as I now have the deck clean, the patio furniture is out and the flowers are planted.  Bring it on!

The new 2012- 2013 Stampin' Up! catalogue will launch June 1st.  It is packed with new goodies, from stamps to papers, to punches to die cuts.  

Also the new style ink pads will be available for order on June 1st and these ink pads feature the foam pad and with very little effort, you can ink up your stamps.  These pads also come with sticky labels in different languages and I used the extras to attach to the front and inside so that you can quickly see what colour you are using.  

The ink takes a bit longer to dry that the ones we are currently using, so patience is the key!!  Give the ink a few minutes to dry.

My card for you today is for Brody and it certainly says "Summer". What would summer be without Watermelon and Ice Cream.   OK, it also says Happy Birthday. 

Stamps: Mouthwatering, On Your Birthday (w – 111664 $41.95 p. 163 2011-2012 IB&C)

Paper: Summer Starfruit, Midnight Muse, Whisper White, Soft Suede, Chocolate Chip,  Comfort Café DSP

Ink: Midnight Muse

Accessories: Big Shot, Bitty Banners Framelits Die,  Markers: Real Red, Gumball Green, Primrose Petal, Soft Suede, Versamarker, Melon Scented Emboss Powder, Cherry Scented Emboss Powder, 2-1/2’ Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch.

The stamps were coloured using the markers, stamped on Whisper White and then coloured using the Versamarker.  I was then able to heat emboss with the Scented Emboss Powder.  The scent will last up to 2 weeks.

The watermelon stamp also fits nicely into the 2-1/2" Circle punch and the Scallop Punch makes it look like someone has taken a bit. 

The seeds are made using the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch.

Don't forget the retiring list!

On Your Birthday stamp set, the Versamarker, the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch will disappear on May 31st.  Check the lists out here.

Questions?  Email me Here

Until next time...

Finally Back on Track

I am finally back on track and now trying to play catch-up.  I would love just to getting stamping and inking but all those other things that I haven't done keep calling me.  I finally bought my flowers yesterday so will be getting outside to get dirt on my fingers.

As I haven't been able to do a lot of card making lately, I would like to share a Mother's Day card that I did.

Stamps: Loved Ones –

Paper: Naturals White, Whisper White, Early Espresso, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, Regals DSP Stack (Old Olive)

Ink: Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso

Accessories: Big Shot, Lattice Die, 3/4” Circle Punch, 1-1/2" Circle Punch,  Build A Blossom Punch, Neutral Designer Buttons

The Sunflower petals are punched using the Build a Blossom punch - 16 large petals and 8 smaller petals.  To get the curve on the petals, each petal was curved using the smallest file tool in the distressing kit and then manipulated a tad with my fingers.  Each petal was sponged with Daffodil Delight ink.

 

A 1-1/2" circle  formed the base of the sun flower.  Attach the larger petals around the circle and then add a second layer overlapping the base petals.  Finally, the smaller petals were added to the second layer.

The Sunflower's center was made using a circle punched from Early Espresso card stock, an Early Espresso Designer Button added and then attached to the flower.

Until next time...

Mother's Day Notebooks

All I can say is "Thank goodness this week is over". 

I was in bed for 4 days. I have not been so sick in about 10 years and it better not happen again for a very long time!!  I don't make for a very good patient.

OK, partially it was my fault because I didn't get the flu shot last Fall, so won't be missing it again this Fall. Oh well, hindsight is what 20:20?

I did miss out on Mother's Day though.  I can't say I missed it entirely because we will be celebrating likely next weekend. 

Here are 3 Notebook Holders that I made as gifts...2 have gone, 1 hasn't, so Tina if you are reading this stop right now!!  I know you won't heehee

 

Stamps: Betsy’s Blossom, Betsy’s Blossom Stampin’ Wheel

Paper: Sahara Sand, Raspberry Ripple, Whisper White

Ink: Gumball Green, Sahara Sand, Raspberry Ripple

Accessories: Big Shot, Circles #2, Gumball Green 3/8” Stitched Satin Ribbon, Naturals Designer Buttons, Linen Thread, and Scallop Edge Border Punch

 

Stamps: Creative Elements (c – 122647, $30.95 w – 122645, $40.95 p. 137 2011-2012 IB&C), Layered Labels

Paper: Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Summer Starfruit, Comfort Café DSP

Ink: Crumb Cake, Summer Starfruit, Pool Party

Accessories: Big Shot, Apothecary Accent Framelit Dies, Pool Party Ruffled Ribbon, Vintage Brad and Scallop Edge Border Punch

Stamps: Papaya Collage, Musical Note Stampin’ Wheel

Paper: Soft Suede, Whisper White, Baja Breeze

Ink: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze, Gumball Green, Primrose Petals,

Accessories: Big Shot, Labels Collection Framelit Dies, Baja Breeze Seam Binding Ribbon, Twitterpated Buttons, Eyelet Border Punch

Each of the notebook holders contain 4" x' 6" post-it notepads that you can put by the phone or even carry in your purse.  

It seems I am always looking for a pad to write on....but did I make myself one?...Guess the answer.

Enjoy and until next time....

Happy Mother's Day

Who said that there would be more time once you have retired?  I am still looking for that elusive time.

This week was a bit hectic starting with the "Me and Stampin' Up!" card class.  The 6 kids that were here along with their Mom's really enjoyed the afternoon and they did  excellent work on their projects.

Next, it was grandchildren sitting, painting the hallway and dining room, volunteering at a High School Track and Field event to help my brother out, lunch with a friend and now I'm sick with a nasty cold.  

The Bright Spot

However, I did receive my Stampin' Up! preorder plus the catalogue and you are in for a real treat. 

I was able to get some ink on my fingers especially using the new 2012-2014 In Colours - Midnight Muse, Summer Starfruit, Raspberry Ripple, Gumball Green and Primrose Petals.  They are beautiful.  

And the new ink pads to "die for".  

The pads are made from foam and are so wonderful to use leaving a clean and crisp image.  The only thing, is they take a bit to dry, but that is just getting used to them.  

I used the new stamp set, Betsy's Blossoms and the bird stamp is mostly solid rubber and there was no need to convince the stamp that it need more ink.  

Just a gentle "tap, tap, tap" and there was sufficient ink for a crisp image.  

Wowee...I may have to indulge myself in the rest of the colours. - What a drag!!!!

Stamps: Betsy’s Blossom, Loved Ones

Paper: Naturals White, Rich Razzleberry, Gumball Green, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White, Floral District DSP

Ink: Gumball Green, Midnight Muse, Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: Big Shot, Apothecary Accents Framelits, Pearls, Daffodil Delight 1/4”Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon.

Don't you just love the new ribbon?  The 2012-2013 catalogue goes "live" on June 1, at noon (CT).  You will also be able to view the new catalogue as well.  

I have a few more items to share with you over the next couple of day. - Of course, using new products. 

Until next time...

Kid's Craft Day

I know that I have been short on posts for the last week, but I've been busy creating crafts for the "Me and Stampin' Up!" class.

There are 6 children between kindergarten age and 10 years coming on Saturday to do some crafting...their Mom's are coming too to help them out, or better yet, Mom is coming to help me out!

I designed 2 projects for them...one is a banner with their name and the other is a hanging Spring picture.

These 2 projects will get them using the Big Shot, various punches and of course stamps.  Most of the Moms already stamp, so the kids have been exposed to most of what they are going to do.  

I have prepared a lot of the card stock and paper for them, so it won't take them long to get them done and it's all about keeping their interest.

Sample Name Banner

The kids were able to choose 2 their own favourite colours

Spring Has Sprung

I also have some other goodies for them to take home.  I know this is rather gender biased...the girls get a purse and the boys get a backpack.  Each has a surprise inside....

Plus they will all get an Angry Bird bookmark to help them out with their reading.

I sure hope they all enjoy what I have in store for them on Saturday and I still have my sanity on Sunday. heehee.

Until next time....