Cowboy's Sweetheart!

Summer Smooches!

2012-04-12T16:19:00.000-07:00

Here is a project that I made using products from the Summer Smooch products that will be in the 2012-2013 catalog. The stamp set is # 125497 Bright Blossoms; DSP # 125409 Summer Smooches DSP; Ribbon #125583 Daffodil Delight 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon; Cardstock and Ink: Island Indigo, So Saffron, Lucky Limeade and Whisper White. I also used some of the Basic Pearls # 119247 on the flowers.

These products will also be used in my up-coming "More Bang for Your Buck" class on April 28.
Contact me for more details!

It's A Wrap Occasions Fun!

2011-10-11T08:25:00.000-07:00

I have been playing with the It's A Wrap Occasion (#123590 Wood or 123592 for Clear mount) set this week and have had a tremendous amount of fun using scraps of paper and ribbon to make these fun treats with our new 1"x8" cello bags (# 124134) in the Holiday Mini Catalog. I just know that my next trip to a candy store will take on a whole new meaning!

Wouldn't these make fun favors for a Baby Shower? You could use Jelly Beans or whatever else to make that "cigar" look! They are as much fun to make as they are to give out!

And how about some cough drops when a friend or coworker is feeling a little under the weather? These would be a great way to say "I care"!

And for your Hostesses? The possibilities with this set and the It's A Wrap Holiday (also in the Holiday Mini) are only as limited as your imagination!

Flower Fest Birthday Card, Gift Set and New Catalog Sneek Peek!!

2011-06-10T16:38:00.000-07:00

Today is my Granddaughter, Morgynn's birthday. And I needed a birthday card for a 5 year old. I think the fun and bright colors of this card and gift bag fit. When I called and asked mom what to get this child? CARS! So inside this cute, flowery, bright card are Matchbox cars! I think it's hilarious because they both fit!

The colors in this gate-fold card were selected from the Color Roundup Challenge #35. Which can be found here: http://rubberredneck.typepad.com/rubber-redneck/2011/06/color-round-up-35.html

The colors are: "Wild Wasabi, Melon Mambo and Tangerine Tango and Whisper White"

Stamp set used is "Flower Fest (#122280)" from the Summer Mini Catalog.

I also used the 1" Circle (#119868) and Fancy Flower (#118073) punches.

The Gift Bag is a plain white gift bag stamped in the same colors. For this bag I used two sets from the upcoming 2011-12 Idea Book and Catalog. Pennant Parade and Happiest Birthday Wishes. The Petite Pennants Builder Punch was also used to punch the pennants.

Blossom Triple Layer Punch

2011-06-09T06:51:00.000-07:00

This set was made using: Baja Breeze (#111352), Early Espresso (#119686) and Pear Pizzazz Pattern Paper (#117158). Accessories: Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch (#122464), Basic Jewels (#119246), and Early Espresso 1/4" Grosgrain ribbon (#120931), Paper Snips (#103579) and the Crop-A-Dile (#108362).
I have been asked for instructions for the notebook. So I will post them here in case anyone else wants them.
It is a cheap 4" x 6" spiral notebook found almost anywhere.

Tear a piece of paper from the book and make a template for the holes. Punch the holes with the Crop-A-Dile, Or use the "Handheld Punch Item # 101227". Use the Paper Snips to snip the edge of the card stock just to the holes. This allows you to cover the front of the notebook to the edge. Just poke the CS between the spirals.
Punch two flower centers with the Triple Layer Blossom Bouquet Punch from Baja Breeze CS. This is just the blossom part. From Early Espresso Punch two complete sets (outer ring and blossom), one outer ring and one solid flower. From Pear Pizzazz DSP Punch two complete sets.

Cut a piece of Pear Pizzazz 2" x 4" for the belly band and adhere to cover with Snail, or your favorite adhesive. Arrange Pear Pizzazz and Early Espresso blossoms in the four corners. Add a Baja Breeze blossom and outer ring to the center of the belly band. I used Multipurpose Liquid Glue on the blossoms. Adhere a Baja Breeze blossom to the solid Early Espresso flower. Then cut in fourths to make the corners on the belly band, add jewels to the flower centers and Voila! You are done!

This card was made from the same supplies as the notebook, the only difference being; Tools: Scallop Trim Border and Corner Punches. Whisper White CS, Pear Pizzazz Ink and "it's your day!" from a new hostess set called "Happiest Birthday Wishes." What a fun gift set they would make!

Cardstock: Basic Black andWhisper White. Accessories: Blossom Bouquet TLP, Scallop Trim Border, Corner punches. Basic Pearls, Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz.

Cards for my Stamp A Stack

2011-03-13T07:54:00.000-07:00

Inspired by: Cheralee Filion. Stamps: Eat Chocolate. Paper: Pretty in Pink, Early Espresso. Ink: Early Espresso. Accessories: Early Espresso 1/4" grosgrain ribbon. Decorative Label Punch, Ex LG Scallop Punch, Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz.

Stamps: Petal Pizzazz. Paper: Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Springtime Vintage DSP. Ink: Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz. Accessories, 1 1/4" circle punch. Early Espresso 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, Jewels - Basic Pearls.

Inspired by: Mary JoPrice Williams. Stamps: In Wilderness, Lovely as a Tree. Paper: Always Artichoke, Crumb Cake, Basic Black and Very Vanilla CS. Ink: Always Artichoke, Basic Black. Accessories: Sponge Dauber, More Mustard and Chocolate Chip Water Color Wonder Crayon. Aqua Painter.

Inspired by: Michelle Pollard. Stamps: Messages for Mom, Medallion BG. Paper: Perfect Plum, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White CS, Pear Pizzazz DSP. Ink: Perfect Plum, Pear Pizzazz, Versamark. Accessories: Extra Large 5-petal Flower punch. Jewels- Basic Rhinestones.

Stamps: Lovely as a Tree. Paper: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White. Ink: Basic Black.


Stamps: Thanks for Caring, Paper: Night of Navy and Whisper White. Ink. Night of Navy. Accessories: HodgePodge Hardware ribbon slide. Night of Navy 1/4" grosgrain ribbon.

My Craft Room is Useable Now!

2011-03-12T07:09:00.000-08:00

Finally! After a very long year, I have a mostly finished craft room to stamp and create fun projects in! It is not yet finished as I still need a new desk chair and to complete the organizing of my tools and other sections of the room, but at least I can STAMP!

Here are some pictures of my craft room.

My tool wall. Still under construction but sooooo fun!

Sorry for the poor lighting. Curtains for this window are in design mode yet.

Big Shot and Printer Station

Inspiration Station. I have more stamps than that, but many are still packed. Just getting set up.

Top: Paper Storage and Scrapbook Shelf. Bottom: General Crafting supplies.

The More I Seek You - Kari Jobe

2010-05-10T18:49:00.000-07:00

Don't complain about burnt toast!

2010-04-15T06:48:00.000-07:00

Hello Stampin Sistas!

Yep, it has been a while since I posted anything on the blog. I don't have new stampin projects to show today. But I do have a story that I thought of that might encourage us all to not worry about the little things.

As I made my toast this morning, I noticed with dismay (after I made my toast) that the toaster had been turned up. I grumbled to myself about people not putting things back the way they find them and went on.

Then I was reminded (by the Holy Spirit, I am certain) of my wonderful grandpa. My grandpa died in Feb of 05. Just a few days shy of his 95th birthday. He had outlived two wives and was currently married. He was a very old fashioned gentleman. He opened doors, did ALL the driving, and never uttered a curse word in front of a lady.

He and my grandma were married for over 53 years. She died at the age of 69 due to complications of a broken ankle. I believe I was about 13 at the time.

Soon after her funeral, my father talked Grandpa into coming to Idaho for a while. Not wanting to be alone in a house where he'd never before been alone, Grandpa agreed.

As my mom began preparing his breakfast one morning after arriving home, Grandpa watched her quietly. Grandpa ate the same thing every day. Eggs, instant coffee and black toast. As she popped the toast in the toaster and turned up the setting, my Grandpa said, "Honey, could you not make my toast so dark?"

Stunned, my mom turned around and said, "But Elmer that is the way you have ALWAYS had it!"

"I know" replied Grandpa. "Grandma burned it every day for over 53 years. But because I never wanted to hurt her feelings, I did not tell her that I didn't like it that way."

IN OVER 53 YEARS MY GRANDPA NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT BURNT TOAST!

It is my prayer that we all learn from my Grandpa and learn not to complain about something so minor as burnt toast.

Have a great and blessed day!

2009-08-24T12:32:00.001-07:00

Here is a card that I made today during the SUDSOL Chat & Challenge. This was a lot of fun and if you haven't tried it, you might give it a whirl!!

My latest stampin' projects!

2009-08-18T22:13:00.000-07:00

This Stationery box template came to me by way of one of my favorite stampers, Connie Stewart. The box was designed by Jackie Topa and was super easy with the tutorial found at: http://danniesdesigns.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/09/stationery-box.html

My box is a work in progress and I will post more pictures once the stationery is done.

To make this box, I used: To The Nines DSP, Chocolate Chip and Creamy Caramel CS, Basic Brown Classic Ink and the ribbon was from the ribbon bundle in the spring mini-catty. The stamps used are from the set "Wanted". I also found that the Scallop Envelope Big Shot die worked wonderfully to make a pocket for postage stamps! I just assembled the envelope, cut off the top flap and reversed it and glued it to the envelope.

This One Sheet Wonder Scratch Pad box also came from the FABULOUS (or THE BOMB as someone else put it) Connie Stewart. The box is her design and with her template it was a breeze to make!

The supplies used: Night of Navy and Ultrasmooth White CS, White Copy Paper, Night of Navy and White Grosgrain Ribbon, and Night of Navy Ink. The stamp set used was also "Wanted". We are horse people here in Nevada and this set will help me make some great gifts and is one of my family's favorites!

For a copy of the templates, please email me and I will get them to you.