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Autumn Guest Stampers

Stampin' Pretty — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:21:29 PST

Yesterday's Holiday Blog Hop was another "hopping" success. There were 15 blogs loaded with inspiration for fall and Thanksgiving. If you missed the fun, CLICK HERE. Be sure to mark your calendar for the FINAL Christmas/Winter Holiday Hop on December 1. Continuing the fall theme, I wanted to share two lovely cards (4 1/4" x 5 1/2") from my fellow...

Pals Holiday Blog Hop Part 2

Stampin' Pretty — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:43:25 PST

WELCOME to round two of three Stampin' Pretty Pals Holiday Blog Hops. Follow the Hopper Line-Up below to visit 15 blogs showcasing Fall and Thanksgiving paper crafts. Be sure to mark your calendar for the final Christmas/Winter Holiday Blog Hop on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Kris (Kween Bee Kreations) Carla (Carla's Scraps) Linda (Stampin' Seasons) Mary (Stampin' Pretty) Trish (Soul Stamper)...

Mojo Monday Sweet Season

Stampin' Pretty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:55:00 PST

Woo hoo! How about a new Stampin' Pretty blog banner in combination with another Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO112)! You are going to see plenty of holiday cards and ideas on my blog in the coming weeks. Need a Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog? Email me with your name and address (US only) for a FREE copy or click here for...

Daisy Wellness Wishes

Stampin' Pretty — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:52:25 PST

I hope to brighten an ill aunt's day with these die cut daisies in rich fall colors. If you are a regular reader, you know how much I love fashion and home décor magazines for inspiration. The patterned chair (below) from a Crate and Barrel catalog got the creative juices flowing. STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: The card base is 4 1/8"...

Curried Fresh-Cut Notes

Stampin' Pretty — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:32:26 PST

Here's a quick and cute Fresh-Cut Note for a friend. I love this little set of 15 Stampin' UP! die-cut cards and 15 envelopes. Beautiful alone (Whisper White) or adorable with a little jazzing up. At 4" x 4" (envelopes 4 1/4" x 4 1/4" envies) they are ideal for thank you's or gift giving.STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: For serious punch...

Pals Paper Arts Color Challenge PPA15

Stampin' Pretty — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:43:28 PST

Ready to play with fun and festive colors? This week's Pals Paper Arts Color Challenge (PPA15) is all about Ruby Red, Taken with Teal and Basic Gray. However, I took the liberty of swapping Taken with Teal with Bermuda Bay. Choosing something close to these colors is absolutely fine with the PPA :) Click here to see this week's Pals...

Mad for Masculine Cards

Stampin' Pretty — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:39:10 PST

NEW!!! During Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Extravaganza, receive a FREE Décor Elements product (up to $16.95 value) for every $50 qualifying purchase from the Holiday Gift Giving Guide. No limit. Woo Hoo! Click here for full details. I needed a masculine card for my brother-in-law and was inspired by the design in a home interiors catalog (below). It immediately triggered images...

Mojo Monday 111

Stampin' Pretty — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:07:40 PST

Welcome to this "edition" of Mojo Monday (MOJO111). This sweet sketch comes to life with a stamped sentiment and pretty patterned paper. STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: Make a bold statement with Stampin' Up!'s 5/16" Jumbo Brads. They come in an assortment of Chocolate Chip, Silver, Very Vanilla, Whisper White (White used on today's project). Stampin' Up!'s markers coordinate with Stampin' Up!...

Stampin' Up! Holiday Gift Giving Promotion

Stampin' Pretty — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:51:16 PST

Promotion Period: November 1, 2009 - January 4, 2010 Make Stampin' Up! your one-stop shop for all your holiday gift-giving needs. With this Gift-Giving Guide (click to open) you can quickly and easily find gifts for kids, teens, neighbors, and more! PLUS, for every $50 you spend on products in the Gift-Giving Guide, you can choose a FREE Décor Element...

Go Fish Go!

Stampin' Pretty — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:25:04 PST

I haven't disappeared :) My daughter, Caroline, was swimming at the Arizona High School State Swim Meet this weekend. We learned last week (after Regionals) that she qualified for the 500 Freestyle and 100 Backstroke . . . a sign "appeared" in our yard last Sunday letting her know. So fun that I simply had to take a picture to...

PPA14 In the Pink (New Video)

Stampin' Pretty — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:09:30 PDT

RUN, DON'T WALK to the Pals Paper Arts "In the Pink" Challenge (PPA14). We are giving away over $100 in pink Stampin' Up! BLOG CANDY to participants in the challenge as a tribute to my sister-in-law, Karol Harris and my sister, Laurie Balousek, both having faced breast cancer with courage and determination. Our goal is to honor all those affected...

I'm Dreaming of a Pink Christmas

Stampin' Pretty — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:14:53 PDT

As unconventional as pink may be for the winter holidays, Pink Passion (used in each of my three cards today) is the perfect emblem for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This post continues my "In the Pink" tribute to my sister-in-law, Karol Harris (now battling breast cancer), my sister, Laurie Balousek (a breast cancer survivor) and all those affected by this...

Fifth Avenue Roses

Stampin' Pretty — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:26:18 PDT

It's Day 2 of my "In the Pink" tribute to my sweet sister-in-law, Karol Harris, and recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Click here for details and Day 1. Coming Up! This Thursday, the Pals Paper Arts design team will offer an all pink Stampin' Up! Blog Candy Giveaway for participants in their "In the Pink" Challenge (PPA14). Here's my...

Pink Mojo Monday 110

Stampin' Pretty — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:36:31 PDT

Are you "In the Pink?" As a tribute to my courageous sister-in-law, Karol Harris, who continues to battle Breast Cancer, and her devoted daughter, Kris Kilcoyne (Kween Bee Kreations), I'm going "pink" on every Stampin' Pretty project this week. PINK BLOG CANDY: This tribute will culminate with an "In the Pink" Breast Cancer Awareness Challenge on the Pals Paper Arts...

Stampin' Up! Tulipe Times Two

Stampin' Pretty — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:03:48 PDT

Have you been properly introduced to Stampin' Up!'s Tulipe Bigz Die? I prepared two Tulipe cards today to give you the opportunity to build a loving relationship. NOTE: The first uses the cut pieces and the second the remaining stencil. Nifty. So here's the thing . . . I saw this wonky color scheme on the chair below and decided...

Pals Paper Arts PPA13

Stampin' Pretty — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:53:10 PDT

Are you ready for a challenge? This week the Pals Paper Arts design team explores "Anything But a Card." Click here to play along and check out the Pals inspiration samples. I chose one of Stampin' Up!'s Silver Skinny Tins (108333) for my project. They're on sale in the On-Line Clearance Rack (while supplies last). You'll find the Clearance Rack...

Halloween Trick

Stampin' Pretty — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:09:29 PDT

Have you ever considered layering like colored card stock? This Very Vanilla on Very Vanilla sentiment offers a soft look that mimics embossing with minimal effort. What a delightful Halloween trick (or any time)! STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: My card base is 4 1/4" x 5 1/2". The dimensions of the sentiment are 2 1/8" x 1". The layers progressively are...

Meet Hercules and Hot New Stampin' Up! Deals.

Stampin' Pretty — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:45:15 PDT

I never imagined I would find a lizard endearing. Frankly, he's the first lizard in my life, having moved from relatively lizard-free Madison, WI to the Arizona desert last July. This little guy began visiting our Tucson patio daily, doing his push-ups (a territorial thing) and ultimately eating dead flies we swat for him (lovely, right?). If we don't show...

Mojo Monday 109

Stampin' Pretty — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:44:44 PDT

Is your Mojo ready to roll? This Mojo Monday Sketch (MOJO109) is another triumph by master sketch designer, Julee Tilman. My version is stamp-free. Merry & Bright Rub-Ons create a crisp sentiment and a perfect fit for Stampin' Up!'s Ornament Punch. STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: Stampin' Up!'s exclusive Textured Impressions Embossing Folders offer luscious textured detail. I was anxious to try...

Simple Merry Christmas

Stampin' Pretty — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:07:39 PDT

Are you tempted to share the personalized touch of handmade cards this holiday season but concerned about finding the time? With Stampin' Up!'s beautiful holiday Designer Series Paper and the Four the Holidays sentiment stamp set (below), you can send off plenty of "wow" for the holidays lickety split! STAMPIN' PRETTY TIPS: My simple layout today lets the patterned Merry...