Fabric

Did you know that Stampin' Up! also has an entire line of amazing fabrics?

Now, I've never been much of a seamstress (actually I'm not even close!) but I have been able to incorporate fabric on my projects and it just adds an entirely new dimension!

This past summer at the Stampin' Up! convention, my friend, Janet, received this adorable owl from a very talented demonstrator!  (We don't know her name but I just wanted to tell her "Thanks!" for making and sharing these cute owls with the rest of us!)

The owl was made from the Floral Distric fabric that coordinates with the Floral District suite of products!  Too cute!

Thank you Janet for sharing your cute owl with me!!

Happy stamping and creating!

Fall Leaves

When I saw this technique at convention on how to create these leaves, I knew I had to just give it a try!  It's actually pretty quick and easy to create!  I've been making little "clusters" of these leaves to put on card fronts and gift bags.

I've created a video to show you how easy they are to duplicate.

So Grateful Fall Card (above):
Stamps:
Wonderfall (128087;  $17.95)
Apothecary Art - for the "So Grateful" (125527;  $27.95)
Paper:
Very Vanilla card stock (101650;  $8.50 for 40 sheets)
Crumb Cake card stock (120953;  $6.95)
Orchard Harvest Designer Paper (126895;  $10.95)
Champagne Glimmer Paper (127885;  $4.95)
Ink:
More Mustard (126964;  $5.95)
Cherry Cobbler (126966;  $5.95)
Cajun Craze (126965;  $5.95)
Soft Suede (126978;  $5.95)
Accessories:
Autumn Accents Bigz Die (127812;  $21.95)

Fall Card (above):
Stamps:
Wonderfall (128087;  $17.95)
En Francais (109521;  $17.95)
Paper:
Very Vanilla card stock (101650;  $8.50 for 40 sheets)
Crumb Cake card stock (120953;  $6.95)
Champagne Glimmer Paper (127885;  $4.95)
Ink:
More Mustard (126964;  $5.95)
Cherry Cobbler (126966;  $5.95)
Cajun Craze (126965;  $5.95)
Soft Suede (126978;  $5.95)
Crumb Cake (126975;  $5.95)

Accessories:
Autumn Accents Bigz Die (127812;  $21.95)

Shop for these and all your other Stampin' Up! supplies 24/7 on my online store.

Happy Stamping and Creating!

Convention Make-n-Take Project

This was a fun card we created as a make-n-take project at Convention.  I just loved the layers and colors and all the images are from the Affection Collection stamp set.

Watch the video tutorial on this cute card.

Stamps:  Affection Collection item# 127949  $21.95

Ink: Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad  item# 126944  $5.95
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad  item# 126974  $5.95
Midnight Muse Classic Stampin' Pad  item# 126860  $5.95
More Mustard Classic Stampin' Pad  item# 126964  $5.95
Primrose Petals Classic Stampin' Pad  item# 126858  $5.95

Paper:  Early Espresso card stock  item# 119686  $6.95
Primrose Petals card stock  item# 126841  $6.95
Whisper White card stock  item# 100730  $8.50 (40 sheets)

Accessories:  Rhinestone Basic Jewels  item# 119246  $4.95
Stampin' Dimensionals  item# 104430  $3.95
Scallop Edge Border Punch  item# 119882  $15.95
Small Heart Punch  item# 117193  $5.95

Happy stamping and creating!

Jumbo Sticky Rounds

One of the many fun things to do at convention is get to try out new product!  I hadn't used the Jumbo Sticky Rounds before and I was able to get a hands on tutorial with them.

The Sticky Rounds are great for creating adorable flower rosettes with strips of fabric or ribbon.  It's just a twist and stick approach - so easy!

Once you've finished creating the size rosette you'd like, simply cut off any excess adhesive and stick it to your project!  The possibilities are endless!  Wouldn't these look adorable on a gift bag?

The Jumbo Sticky Rounds can be found on page 31 of the Holiday Catalog (item# 127852) that will begin on August 1st!  Do you have your copy?  Contact me today to get one!

Happy Stamping and Creating!

A Little Christmas from Convention 2012

In honor of the Christmas in July theme this month, I wanted to share some great Christmas projects from convention!

Bonnie Thurber shared some wonderful tips on how to maximize several products you'll see in the upcoming Holiday Catalog.  Do you have your copy?  Email me today and I'll get one to you.

Elf shoes - love it!

The Noel cards in the picture below will be in the Holiday catalog.  They come in a kit so they are quick and simple to put together.

Did you know that you can add a little color to the glimmer paper with ink and a sponge?  Too cool!

The Stocking Die is always a hit for Christmas!  Love these stockings and thought they'd make a great gift card holder.

Christmas Swaps Too!

Happy stamping and creating!

Convention 2012 Classes

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WOW!  The classes this year at Convention have been great and I'm not sure how much more information I can pack in!  From the time we enter the main stage area in the morning until the time I actually get back to my hotel room, we are going, going, going!


SU issued a challenge to each of us who attended the classes. If we'll post something about the class, we'll have a chance to earn free stamp sets!  Who wouldn't like to have free stamp sets?  So, here is my overview of the classes.

• I am SavvyPresentations by Donna Griffith, Meg Wheeler, Dawn Griffith and Laura Milligan.  So many great project ideas! #Convention2012
• I am Making MoneyPresentation by Pam MorganGreat information on maximizing the career plan!   #Convention2012
• I am Open for BusinessPresentation by Carrie Cudney
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• I am Earning an Incentive TripPresentation by Karen Hauley, Jill Hilliard, Meg Holland, Cynthia MillanGreat ideas on how to earn an incentive trip!   #Convention2012
• I am Having FunPresentation by Shannon WestWe had a blast in Shannon's class.  There was dancing and lots of laughs!   #Convention2012
• I am a LeaderPresentation by Brian PillingBeing a good leader is the "baby bear" approach - not too soft and not too firm.   #Convention2012
• I am Doing Business My WayPresentation by Bonnie Thurber, Tami White and Ronda WadeAlready implementing ideas from Ronda's presentation - card parties are being booked!   #Convention2012
• I am Reaching OutPresentation by Emily MontoyaExcellent information on Gen Y and how to get them involved in the SU business.   #Convention2012

It was a full schedule of great classes and I look forward to seeing what Stampin' Up! has in store for us next year (it will be their 25th anniversary, too!)

Stampin' Up! Convention 2012 Highlights

Convention 2012 - Saturday, Day 4

Here are photos from Saturday

Convention 2012- Friday, Day 3

Having a BLAST here at Convention!!! Check out some of the swap cards I will be bringing back home with me!

Here are photos from Friday

Convention 2012 - Thursday, Day 2

Here are photos from Thursday

Convention 2012 day 2 tour of HQ

Photos from our StampinUp! Headquarters Tour