For Love of Paper

More Sale-a-bration Extravaganza Photos

2010-03-19T05:00:00-07:00

I thought yall might enjoy seeing a few more photos from our Sale-a-bration Extravaganza Event. It was great fun. This is the second year we've held this event and we're sure to do it again next year!

One of my favorite customers, Alice with my mom, Belinda

This card was created by fellow demonstrator, Melissa Smith and features the 2 Step Bird Punch. A very versatile tool!

Another Scallop Square Rag Purse done by fellow demonstrator Carol Bardin.

Wonderful layouts done by fellow demonstrator Lisa Besler. She created these using My Digital Studio.

Awesome Local Photographer

2010-03-18T05:00:00-07:00

I finally got around to posting a new photo of myself in the sidebar. Ever since then many of you have been asking if I had the picture taken by a professional? YES!

I feel so lucky to have been introduced to one of the best photographers in the Austin area; and then to have my photo taken by her. Whoohoo!

As many of you know I recently began working for MamaCents LLC. MamaCents is a business started by a mom here in the Austin area. She started the business because she wanted to find a way to help other moms make money. She did this by starting one of the best run children's consignment sales I've ever seen.

What does this have to do with my photos? Not only does MamaCents run a terrific bi-annual children's consignment sale they also have other events through out the year. In late January I had the pleasure of organizing a Mama Portrait Party. The hope was that a few lucky moms would get to have a portrait professionally taken and give it to their husbands for Valentine's Day.

Teri Mason of Teri Mason hosted us at her studio in Georgetown, Texas. We had such a blast. Most of us hadn't had a professional picture taken since our weddings. We all sat around chatting and snacking while we each had several turns with Teri. The results were amazing.

When I first met Teri at the MamaCents Children's Consignment Sale last fall I asked her if she used models for her promo shots. She replied, "no". I told her, "I never look like that when I have my picture taken" and she told me I must be using the wrong photographer then. Boy was she right!

Here are two other shots she got of me that day.

I was so amazed. I particularly love the one with the blue background because for me, I look skinny. I learned that's what a good photographer can do. She knows just how to have you stand and gets the perfect lighting to make you look like a million bucks.

You should definitely go check out her work and if you live any where near the Austin area she is so worth the drive. Click the logos below to see Teri's work and learn more about MamaCents.

Whatever Wednesday: Doesn't it look just like Shaun the Sheep?

2010-03-17T05:00:00-07:00

As I was surfing around online one day I came across the most adorable sheep and lamb cards done by Lynn Pratt. When I saw them I immediately thought of Shaun the Sheep.

For those of you who aren't familiar with Shaun the Sheep the show is currently a short on the Disney Channel. Shaun first appeared in Wallace and Gromit where he was sucked into the Knit-O-Matic. Now he has his own show and is totally hilarious. You can learn more on www.shaunthesheep.com.

So back to the card. This card is super simple. It uses the Scallop Circle Die, Scallop Oval Punch, Wide Oval Punch and Small Oval Punch. Oh and the Boho Blossoms Punch to make a puffy little tail on the back.

I am always amazed at the number of things you can create using the same tools. Punches are definitely worth the investment because you can make so many things with them.

Here's a little challenge for you. Create something using a punch in a non-traditional way.

Sizzix Fabric Flower Instructions

2010-03-16T05:00:00-07:00

Ever since I posted this fabulous fabric flower (pin) made using the Sizzix Flower Folds Die lots of people have been asking how to make them. I've finally finished a PDF tutorial that will show you how to make them yourself.

They are so easy!

Also very addicting so be careful!

Not only do these flowers make terrific pins they also look great on headbands, purses, scarves and lots more. The sky is definitely the limit.

Click the PDF image at right to get the instructions.

Also if you need to purchase the Flower Folds (115970) die remember this die is exclusive to Stampin' Up!

To place an order simply click on the Online Ordering button on the top right of this page or contact me by phone 512-259-5575 or email chris@forloveopaper.com.

If you're more of a hands on learner I will be offering a class on Saturday, April 17th. I'm still getting all the details together but should have them posted later this week. What I can tell you is this flower as a pin will be a terrific Mother's Day Gift.