Last Day of Saleabration

This is one of the layouts I made using the Free Saleabration Stamp Set Kindness Matters. All you have to do is a put a $50.00 order in today and then you get to select a free stamp set.

I also used the Peekaboo Frames Die! I think it really adds another element to the bottom of the page. When I first saw these Hat Pins in the Occasions Mini Catalog, I did not know what I would use them for. I wanted to add another element to this scrapbook page and I think it worked out perfectly!
I played with the Soft Suade, Pretty in Pink and Rich Razzleberry Markers to add a dimension to the butterfly in the Peekaboo Frame!
I used the faux wood technique to add texture to the background. All you do is take your ink pad from the top of the page and run it down to the bottom. You repeat this step until you get the look you want!
This is the Petite Pocket Die! I thought this would be great for little tid bits. Plus I used the Early Espresso Baker's Twine to hold the top closed.


Happy Scrappin!

Team Meeting - March

Here are some wonderful technique cards from my upline Pam Southard. Since I am away, I have not been stamping, but I will return soon!





Just a reminder, this is a great time to sign up to be a Stampin' Up Demonstrator. You can do it for a hobby or a business, whatever you want. Plus you will get a ton of ideas and so much more. Just Click Here and hit the button Join Now!


Happy Stampin'

Saleabration - 10 Days Left!

I just want to let you know you only have 10 days left to take advantage of Saleabration. For every order of $50.00 you will get a free stamp set or accessory out of the Saleabration catalog for free! I made this card with Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper. I absolutely love this designer series paper, so don't miss out.

You can order online or email me your order.

Happy Saleabration!

Micky's House

I have been playing with My Digital Studio and made this page from our Disney vacation. My youngest son just loves Micky so it was so much fun to see his face light up in his house and to see everthing. Memories are great! I used the circle punches to make the Mickey! Just a reminder: you can get My Digital Studio Express for free for a limited time! Check it out here!

Happy Scrappin'

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Here are the cards I made with Nolan's class! They had a blast with the Big Shot and then the punches. Pretty good for 5 and 6 year olds. I love crafting with kids. They are so creative.


I took the Silver Glimmer Paper and put it in Daffodil ink - I used a sponge and sponged it with ink.

Mickey Mouse Signature Books

These are the books I made for the boys. We are headed to Disneyland tomorrow and they did such an awesome job on the car ride to Woodland, so we decided to tell them now. I can't figure out if they are so tired from the ride they are not comprehending where we are going, or they are not quite sure what Disneyland is. Either way I know when they see where we are tomorrow they will love it. Can you tell I am so excited. I am pretty impressed with my energy right now since I just drove 9 hours!
These are very simple, I used the 2 1/2 inch Circle Punch and 1 3/4 Circle Punch. Then the bow tie was made out of the triple heart punch and Silver Glimmer Paper. I did use the Polka Dots Ribbon (Cherry Cobbler) on the top.

Happy Crafting,

St. Patrick's Day Gifts

Here is a gift I made for my son's teacher and his bus drivers (he has two because he is only a morning kindergartener). I got the idea from Stampin' by the Sea. In crafting we don't call it copying, we call it casing, because we always have to put our own spin on things. I made the tag by using the My Digital Studio download called Lucky Framable Designer Template. You can access this download by going clicking here and putting this code in the search area 129930.
Remember you can still check out My Digital Studio for free, just go to my online store and check out the My Digital Studio on the left hand side and you will see the express for free.



Supplies:
My Digital Studio - Lucky Framable Designer Template $1.95 129930
Large Cellophane Bags 102210 $4.95 (50 per package)
Wild Wasabi 1 1/4 Striped Grosgrain Ribbon 125059 $9.95
Linen Thread 104199 $4.50
Perfect Pennants Big L Dies 123126 $32.95
2 1/2 Circle Punch 120906 $16.95

Happy Stampin'

St. Patrick's Day Scrapbook Page

Here is the scrapbook pages we made last night at Stamp a Stack class. These pages were versatile incase someone wanted to use it form something else.
I used the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch and cut one of the petals to make it look like a clover. I also used punches on the pot of gold.



Supplies:
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes 115370 $36.95 only available in wood and Fresh Vintage Stamp Set Wood 125115 or Clear 125117 Free with a $50.00 order - ends March 31st.
Loving Thoughts Stamp Set Wood 125483 $29.95 Clear 125845 $23.95
Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper 126154 Free with a $50.00 order
In Color 2011-2013 Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack 122384 $21.95
Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch 122464 $23.95, 1 3/4 Circle Punch 119850 $16.95, Scallop Circle Punch 119854 $16.95, Word Window Punch 119857 $15.95
Lucky Limeade, Very Vanilla, Pool Party, Silver Glimmer Paper, & Basic Black

Happy Crafting,

Proud Mom

I am so proud of my son who is in Kindergarten. He had this class project on transportation. I asked what he wanted to do so he told us he wanted to build a car. My husband when shopping for a model car they could put together. He did not like the color though, so Eric got some silver spray paint to change the color. He put it all together and was so proud, but he told us it needed a road, mountains, clouds and the sun. We made use of all of my Stampin' Up products. He even had the idea to put snow on the tips of the mountains.


Supplies:
Bigz L Dies - Perfect Pennants 123126 $32.95
White Gel Pen - 105021 $3.95
Oval Scallop Punch 119856 $16.95
2 1/2 Circle Punch 120906 $16.95
SAB Designer Series Paper Everyday Enchantment 126154 Free with a $50.00 order. Last month to get free items from the Saleabration Catalog.
I just love children's creativity!

Happy Monday!

Stamp a Stack Class - Monday, March 12th 6:30-8:30 pm

Still have a couple seats left for Class! RSVP today 503-970-8475 or tara@wearethestampions.com
Stamp a Stack - You will have at least 5 cards to choose from, make 5 cards for $10.00, Free with a $20.00 Stampin' Up order, or 2 12x12 Scrapbook Pages for $10.00 or Free with a $20.00 order. You can make multiples of the same cards or scrapbook pages if you wish or you can make a variety. Each month will have a different theme. Please bring your own adhesive. If you would like to see cards or scrapbook pages we have done in past Stamp a Stacks, then go to my blog at www.wearethestampions.com I look forward to Stampin' with you soon!
Theme - Spring

Sneek Peek at the New Catalog

Stampin' Up is allowing us to purchase the Summer Smooches Suite out of the New Idea Book & Catalog coming out this June. You will be able to purchase the entire suite from April 1 - April 30th. If you miss this, then you will have to wait until June.
I just received the suite and this is my first card. There will be more to come soon.



Here is a list of the items available:
125495 Bright Blossoms Wood-Mount Set $16.95
125497 Bright Blossoms Clear-Mount Set $12.95
125409 Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper $10.95
125583 Daffodil Delight 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon $6.95
125411 Summer Smooches Designer Fabric $9.95
125589 Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads* $6.95
125626 Summer Smooches Décor Stencil* $7.95
125606 Petite Purse Bigz L Die $32.95
129919 Summer Smooches Photobook Template $17.95
129601 Summer Smooches Digital Kit $9.95
*Exclusive to the Summer Smooches Special Offer; will not be available in the 2012-2013 catalog

Host a Private Class during April and you will be making this card plus 3 more! Contact me today to reserve your spot!

Happy Stampin,

Easter Telescoping

This is my favorite card of the year. I just loved how this turned out. I have seen telescoping done with circles, and thought this would work perfect with the new labels.

This is the card when you pull on the ribbon on the top.

When the card is put together, it looks just like a regular card, but when you pull on the ribbon, you get a surprise! This is the telescoping technique. I just love the mushroom stamp in this set. Quite a few of the club ladies put the mushrooms on the inside of the card too.

Supplies:
Everybunny Stamp Set Wood 124089 $27.95 or Clear 122707 $19.95
Labels Collection Framelits Dies 125598 $26.95 (Includes 6 Different Size Labels)
Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder, Blushing Bride, Whisper White
3/8 Whisteria Wonder ribbon 122973 $9.95
Mini Brads 122941 $5.50 (200)



Happy Friday,

Easter Scrap Pages

I just love Easter. I love the colors, the meaning and making Easter Cards. I have to catch all those moments and scrap them too. This is the layout we made in the March Club. I used the Simply Scrappin Kit Easter Fever to create the page and then I had to add some punch art to make it pop.
I used the Wide Oval Punch and designer paper from the kit to make the eggs. I used the 2 1/2 Circle Punch and cut off the end to add a little dimension.

This page looks a little baron with out the photos, but once I add photos, this page will look great. I don't like to put too many photo mats on my pages, because then the ladies have more options to add photos.

Last but not least, my punch art bunny. This was made with all punches. I know my whiskers are a little off center, but isn't that what gives the bunny character?

Supplies:
Stamps:
Everybunny Wood 122705 $27.95 Clear 122707 $19.95
Accessories:
Melon Mambo Cardstock, Whisper White Cardstock and Pear Pizzazz (all in the Easter Fever Scrappin Kit), Easter Fever Scrappin Kit, Punches - 2 1/2 Circle, Wide Oval, Extra Large Oval, Large Oval, 1/4 Circle, 1/2 Circle, Itty Bitty Punch Pack, & Word Window
I will show you the Telescoping Easter Card tomorrow!

Happy Scrappin