Are you in the mood for a little blog candy today? It is delicious…and calorie-free! I have assembled a collection of this and that, and with the exception of the lace, it is all Stampin’ Up! Here is what you will be receiving:
Over 50 6″ x 6″ pieces of Designer Series Paper (all from Patterns Pack III)
24 pieces of 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ printed paper from the Country Living Cards A La Carte kit
One On Board Book…Bird (unopened)
Approximately 10 yards of Sleigh Bells Ribbon
18 assorted Khaki Corduroy Brads and Buttons
Floral Fusion Felt Flowers (Over 130 pieces)
Crochet Lace Ribbon (Spare Parts, approximately 3 yards)
One of my cards
Participation couldn’t be easier! All you need to do is leave a comment on any of this week’s posts, starting today, until 9:00 PM CST Friday, October 1st. You may comment each day, if you wish and increase your chances of winning. At that time, I will use a random number generator from Random. org to select a winner. The winner’s name will be posted on my blog Saturday, October 2. Note: The winner will have 24 hours to email me their name and mailing address! So be certain to check in on Saturday!
Since there is not a card to comment on today, and if you are at a loss for words, here are some simple “comment starters”:
What is your favorite technique?
Do you have a favorite tool that you like to use?
Is there a favorite style of card that you like to make?
Do you prefer wood mount or clear mount stamps?
Are there any tutorials that you would like to see?
As for me, my answers would be: I like distressing…the color spritzer tool…vintage cards…clear mount stamps…and too many too list!
Would you be interested in learning more about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator? If the idea of earning extra money and being your own boss appeals to you, then email me today. I would love to discuss this business opportunity with you and answer any questions that you may have! Until next time…
I have had such a hectic weekend! Adding to my stress is the fact that my husband is having oral surgery this morning. Arghhh! Plus, I didn’t get any stamping done, so now I am behind. Luckily, I still have a card that I can share from my Dirty Dozen “How Does Your Garden Grow?” Gallery and a new “Muffy the Boxer” video. Enjoy “May Happiness Touch Your Life”!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:
A stitch in time! For a unique twist, try a blanket stitch to set off your sentiment! I simply paper pierced around this sentiment, from Herb Expressions, using the Template in the Mat Pack. I then used Linen Thread for the stitching.
Butterflies and blooms! What sets off a few roses and lilies better than blue butterflies for an unexpected “pop” of color! And making those butterflies is so easy with the Beautiful Wings Embosslits and Big Shot. Hint: Want to update this look? Add a few Basic Pearls...you will be surprised at how they compliment the “country style” of this card.
Spritz and smooch! Log Cabin Smooch Spritz adds a realistic touch to the lilies made from the 5-Petal Flower Punch. A few speckles were added to the sentiment with the Color Spritzer Tool and a Chocolate Chip Stampin’ Write Marker.
I had plans to create a card with one of my new Holiday Mini sets this weekend to post today. But, I know that we have all been in the same position before where life gets in the way of stampin’! So please…forgive me!
Muffy the Boxer at Seven Weeks
This is the last video that I will receive before we bring Muffy the Boxer home. This was not a good day for little Muffy, as she was giving her breeder fits. She did not want to stay in the chair…nor did she want to show off her pretty face. She is Boxer through and through! And those of you out there that are Boxer lovers will recognize those Boxer traits that are emerging already…including boxing with her front paws. In the words of her breeder, “she is a little wild puppy girl!” But she assured me that Muffy is “very loving” and that I will “have lots of fun with her.”
Coming Up This Week:
Tuesday…Blog Candy
Wednesday…PPA Sneak Peek
Thursday…PPA Card with Bow Tutorial
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Need a free Holiday Mini Catalog? Just let me know and I will drop one in the mail right away!
I hope that you enjoyed today’s card! Please leave me a comment to let me know what you think. And remember, if you ever have any questions about the cards that I make or the techniques that I use, I am only an email away! Until next time…
The Paper Players challenge this week is an inspiration challenge featuring this adorable inspiration photo selected by the ever-so-talented LeAnne Pugliese. Isn’t this just too cute? LeAnne’s daughter recently gave birth to an adorable baby girl, so it is no wonder she has been
looking at girly-girl things! Of course, when I first saw this picture I saw spots before my eyes…Pretty in Pink ones that is! Enjoy today’s quick and easy “Pretty in Pink Polka Dots” baby card!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:
Punch a bunch! The 1″ Circle Punch was used to create polka dots from textured Pretty in Pink card stock. These were then randomly adhered to textured Early Espresso card stock. Remember to extend several circles over the edges and trim!
Accentuate! To keep the sentiment from disappearing into the background, I used Pink Pirouette card stock for slight contrast. An Early Espresso“Giraffe” from Fox and Friends also draws the eye to “baby” from A Word for You. I love this set because of its versatility. It’s so easy to ink up just part of the phrase with a Stampin’ Write Marker!
Glitz and Glam! One of the elements of the inspiration picture which jumped right out at me was the beautiful bow! I created my double bow from Pretty in Pink 5/8″ Satin Ribbon. And of course, what Giraffe doesn’t deserve a few Basic Pearls!
Fun and quick, with a modern edge to it? What do you think? Please let me know by leaving me a comment before you go!
Questions and Answers:
Need a tutorial on how to make the beautiful roses on this cardfrom yesterday’s post? Julie Williams at Simi Stamper has a wonderful tutorial. Just click here.
How do I make my bows, and will I make a tutorial on how to make them? I think I could manage that. But give me a few days…I have to wait until my husband is at work and all is quiet in the house! Plus, I need to get a new tripod so that I can film at a different angle. I am still new at making video tutorials, and I know that my first efforts have been horrendous. However, I am trying to learn from my mistakes!
When will Muffy the Boxer arrive at the Schach house? She will turn 8 weeks old on October 4th, so it should be around that time. We are indeed getting anxious!
And remember, if you have questions about the cards that I make or the techniques that I use, don’t hesitate to ask. I am only an email away! Until next time…
Stamp Sets: A Word for You (W 117032, C 120528), Fox and Friends (W 117020, C 118565); Ink: Early Espresso (119670), Early Espresso Stampin’ Write Marker (119680); Card Stock: Pretty in Pink textured (119937), Early Espresso textured (119691), Pink Pirouette (111351); Tools: 1-3/8″ x 5/8″ Oval Punch (119863), Scalloped Oval Punch (119856), 1/3/4″ x 7/8″ Oval (119855); Glitz and Glam: Pretty in Pink 5/8″ Satin Ribbon (117289), Basic Pearls (119247)
