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TECHNIQUE CLASS SAMPLES - APRIL

I love the challenge of TECHNIQUE class.  It challenges me to come up with techniques and then apply them to cards.  April featured 3 different techniques.  

This technique I called 'custom background".  It used a variety of techniques.  The card is cased (thank you).  This card used the following techniques:  masking, sponging, and stamping off.  Time consuming, but the results were beautiful.  Do you agree?

The technique for this card was "embossed resist".  Notice it on the butterfly.  Cased with modifications (thank you)

The technique for this card was "layered markers".  By using different colors, you can layer the colors so it looks like you watercolored the image.  Again the card was cased and modified (thank you).

If you'd like to try some different techniques, then join in next month (May) for the TECHNIQUE CLASS.  You will love it.

WOW CLASS - March Part 2

Here are the other 2 cards.

Join us in April for another WOW class featuring product from the Summer Smooches Sneak Peek.

WOW CLASS - March

WOW WOW WOW - Mouthwatering Stamp Set, 1/2 pack of Sweet Shop Specialty DSP and a box of Jelly Bean Brads made for some cute cards.  Here are 2 of them.

TECHNIQUE CLASS SAMPLES

We did a whole lot of kissing at March's technique class.  Reverse Kissing, Twisted Kissing, Two Color Kissing and just plain ole kissing.  Always fun.

Plain kissing, Reverse Kissing

Two Color Kissing

Twisted Kissing

BIG SHOT CLASS SAMPLES

Here are the 2 cards we made at the March Big Shot Class.

Island Floral Bigz Die, Berry Blossom DSP, FREE SAB brad

Lattice Bigz Die, FREE SAB ribbon

APRIL CLASSES AT THE BEEHIVE

The first week of April is Spring Break up here in Cadillac.  Gary and I will be out west skiing (yes they have snow), so no classes that week.  But 3 weeks left in April is jammed packed.  Here are the classes:

TECHNIQUE CLASS – Mon, April 9, 7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature 3 techniques.  You will make a card using each of the techniques and also a 6x6 page of each technique for your technique book.  Cost of the class is $15 or FREE if you place at least a $25 order placed at the class (before shipping and tax).  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by April 6.

 BIG SHOT CLASS – Thur, April 12, 7 pm

At the class you will make 2 cards and one 3D items all using the Big Shot.  The projects will be designed around the holiday, season or an occasion.  Come try out a die or folder and learn other things you can do with it.  Cost of the class is $10 or FREE if you place at least a $25 order placed at the class (before shipping and tax).  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by April 9.

 123 CLASS – Thur, April 12, 7 pm

Why not attend this class along with the Big Shot class?  This class is a quick one.  It is a drop in class between 7 – 9 pm.  If you only have 1 hour, you can make 2 cute simple cards for $3.  Good way to get that birthday card or thank you card made.  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by April 9.

 SCRAPBOOKING CLASS – Wed, April 18, 7 pm

Tonight you will make a 2 page, 12x12 scrapbook layout designed around the season, holiday or occasion.  Cost is $10 for the class or the class is FREE with a $25 order placed at the class (before shipping and tax).  A 12x12 page protector is included with the class.  RSVP by April 14.

 WOW CLASS – Mon, April 23, 7 pm

The class is FREE but you must purchase the featured stamp set or featured product to attend.  You will make 4 cards that you will say WOW after you get done.  They will have multiple layers, embellishments and more.  We will make these cards all together and I will step you through each card.  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  The featured product this month is from the Summer Smooches Special Offer.  Cost is $25 and includes the Bright Blossoms Clear-Mount stamp set and the Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads.  Remember the class fee is payable with your RSVP that is needed by April 6.

Hope you will join in for a class or 2.

WOW CLASS - February Part 2

Here are the other 2 cards we made in February's WOW Class.

Butterfly was created by cutting off some of the flower petals.  Calaypso Coral and Lucky Limeade again.

Heat embossing on vellum card stock.  Wisteria Wonder and white.

Join us for March 26, WOW class.

WOW CLASS - February

WOW - you missed a great class if you didn't attend.  The featured WOW products for February were the Mixed Bunch stamp set, Blossom Punch and 1/2 pack of Berry Blossoms DSP.  This order was $50, so each participant got a FREE SAB product too.  We made 4 WOW cards and used some new products too.  Here are the 2 of them.  Check back later for the other 2.

Love these colors.  Calypso Coral, Lucky Limeade.  Notice the cute brads and ribbon from SAB.

Love this one too.  Daffodil Delight, black and white.  Notice the jumbo pearl from the Occasions mini.  Big Shot Tasteful Trim die and perfect polka dots embossing folder.

Next WOW class is Monday, March 26 at 7 pm.

FEBRUARY TECHNIQUE CLASS

This class can be a challenge, but oh so fun.  We try 3 new techniques each month.  You make a sample for your Technique Book and a card to send to someone.  Here are the 3 techniques we did for February.

Faux Flocking/Suede

Distressed Glue

Faux Metal Embellishing

FEBRUARY 123 CLASS

123 = 1 hour of time, 2 cards for $3.00

Here are the 2 we made in February.  Enjoy!

Thanks to Janet Wakeland for the samples.  Tea Shoppe stamp set and Twitterpated DSP

FEBRUARY BIG SHOT CLASS SAMPLES

The Big Shot has got to be one of my favorite tools.  I love using the dies, embosing folders and now the new framelit dies.  This month I featured Valentine's Day projects.  Here are the 3 we did.

Milk Carton die and the new Hearts Collection Framelit Die and Fashionable Hearts Embosslit die.

Th Adorning Accents edgelit dies and embossing folders.  Also the Everyday Enchantment DSP from SAB.

Take it To Heart stamp set with the Hearts Collection framelit dies and Outlined Occasions stamp set from SAB.

Don't forget Sale-a-Bration (SAB) runs through March 31, 2012.  Enjoy!

JANUARY 2012 CLASS OFFERING AT THE BEEHIVE

MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR

We had our Christmas yesterday with our son.  Jacob had to work today so I've got the day to catch up and pick up.  It's snowing here and we have a white Christmas.  It's been a very slow start to the winter season.

Below is my class offering for January.  I hope you will join us in a class or two.  Lots of fun and we will be using new product from the Occasions Mini.  

Also, starting January 24 - it's Sale-A-Bration time.  Book your workshops soon as there are GREAT hostess benefits.  Don't miss out!

 

 BIG SHOT CLASS – Wed, Jan 4, 7 pm

At the class you will make 2 cards and one 3D items all using the Big Shot.  The projects will be designed around the holiday, season or an occasion.  Come try out a die or folder and learn other things you can do with it.  Cost of the class is $15 or FREE if you place at least a $20 order (before shipping and tax).  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by Jan. 1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

123 CLASS – Wed, Jan 4, 7 pm

Why not attend this class along with the Big Shot class?  This class is a quick one.  It is a drop in class between 7 – 9 pm.  If you only have 1 hour, you can make 2 cute simple cards for $3.  Good way to get that birthday card or thank you card made.  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by Jan. 1.

TECHNIQUE CLASS – Mon, Jan 9, 7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature 3 techniques.  You will make a card using each of the techniques and also a 6x6 page of each technique for your technique book.  Cost of the class is $15 or FREE if you place at least a $25 order (before shipping and tax).  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  RSVP by Jan. 6.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCRAPBOOKING CLASS – Wed, Jan 18 , 7 pm

Another new class I will be offering every month.  Tonight you will make a 2 page, 12x12 scrapbook layout designed around the season, holiday or occasion.  Cost is $15 for the class or the class is FREE with a $25 order (before shipping and tax).  A 12x12 page protector is included with the class.  RSVP by Jan. 13.

 WOW CLASS – Tues, Jan. 24, 7 pm

This is a new class I will be offering every month.  The class is FREE but you must purchase the featured stamp set or featured product to attend.  You will make 4 cards that you will say WOW after you get done.  They will have multiple layers, embellishments and more.  We will make these cards all together and I will step you through each card.  Bring your own adhesive, scissors, paper cutter and clear blocks.  The featured product this month is the Hearts Collection Framelit Dies – pg. 6 in the Occasions Mini.  Cost is $30 and is payable with your RSVP that is needed by Jan. 6.

Come join us for a fun night out with friends.  Remember to RSVP.

123 CLASS - December

Again 123 stands for - 1 hour of time (or less), 2 cards for $3.  This class is always quick and easy.  The cards are themed around the season, holiday or whatever sparks my interest.  Here are the two cards we made this month.  Why don't you join us next month for this quick and inexpensive class.  It will always be paired up with another class, but you can just do 1 or the other or both.

This month's class was themed around snowmen and we used the Snow Much Fun stamp set.

This card was Real Red and Very Vanilla cs.  Holly Berry Bouquet DSP, Real Red 5/8" Satin ribbon, markers and black classic ink.  Simple, fun and oh so cute.

 How cute is this rolly polly snowman?  Whisper White and Baja Breeze cs, black classic ink, markers, Northern Flurry embossing folder and Vanilla Simmer Smooch Spritz (hard to see).  You can add some rhinestones for more bling.

All cards were inspired by other great SU Demonstrators. 

BIG SHOT CLASS SAMPLES

The Big Shot class went faster this month.  We only did 2 cards and 1 3D item.  That left time to do the 123 Class if they had RSVP'd for it.

The first card used all Big Shot dies.  Garden green, real red, whisper white and early espresso cs.  Holly Berry Bouquet DSP, Dasher and  Four the Holidays stamp sets, 3/8" Very Vanilla Velvet Stitched ribbon, snow burst textured embossing folder

   

This card used fabric.  This was the first time I've tried fabric in one of our embosslit dies.  It worked so slick and the others were impressed too.  Always Articoke, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla cs, Deck the Halls fabric, Scaloped Heart of Hearts embosslit die, Pinking Heart Border punch, Hand-Penned Holidays stamp set.

Last item is our 3D item.  Isn't this an awesome ornament using the lattice die.  I might have to make some more of these for my tree.

 

Join us next month for the Big Shot class.   All of these were inspired/cased from other great SU demonstrators.

BUSY BUSY TIME OF YEAR

I love the holidays, but feel so rushed.  Halloween is over and now to put those decorations away.  Thanksgiving is the next one and we have so much to be thankful for.  Then the biggie - Christmas.  I love to decorate, but shopping is becoming harder and harder.  I don't know what to buy for people.  Gift cards seem so impersonable so this year I'm thinking of making some hand made gifts.  You can too because I'm offering a Sunday afternoon stamp camp/open house to come make a variety of hand made papercraft gifts.  These gifts will range in price from $3 to $10 each.  You can make one or many.  Here are some of the projects.  I'll add more as I get samples done.  Enjoy.  Supplies are limited!

#1 - Gift cards and matching box - $6

#2 - gift box with 8 small 3x3 notecards - $8

#3 - a gift bag with card - $3

#4 - altered notebook - $5

#5 - 6x6 personal scrapbook - $4

#6 - altered birdhouse - $5

#7 - glass Christmas ornament and gift box - $5

#8 - stamped mini frame and gift box - $3

#9 - framed holiday art decor - $10

#10 - cookie plate w/ Decor element applied - $7

TECHNIQUE TUESDAY

Boy did we have fun with Technique Tuesday.  A small group, but we laughed and created some unique cards.  I love to try new techniques, folds, etc.  It's fun to see how each card can be so different.  Here are my 3 samples.

Black Magic

Baby Wipe

Bouncing Brayer

All cards were inspired/cased from other great demonstrators.  Won't you join us for a class.  Next one is Christmas Cards on either Sept. 19 or 21.  Contact me ASAP if you'd like to get a start on your Christmas cards. 

SEPTEMBER CLASSES AT THE BEEHIVE

123 CLASS – Thur, Sept 1, 7 pm

123 CLASS – If you only have an hour or less, this is a great time for you to stop over between 7 and 9 pm.  1 hour, 2 cards, $3.00.  RSVP by Aug. 30.  The 2 cards will feature the new stamp set from the new Holiday Mini – GENTLY FALLING.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.

TECHNIQUE TUESDAY – Tue, Sept 6,  7 pm

Tonight I will bring back 3 old techniques that we haven’t used in awhile or may be new to you.  Cost is only $10 and includes all the materials for the 3 cards and 3 technique samples.   Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes. RSVP by Sept. 2

ACCESSORY OF THE MONTH – Designer Frames, Mon, Sept 12,  7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature the Designer Frames Textured Impressions Embossing Folders Set on pg.218 in the 2011/12 IB&C.  These frames are an oval and a rectangle.  They create a strongly-embossed highlight on your card.  We will make 4 cards using these embossing folders.    Cost is $15 for 4 cards and the Designer Frames.  RSVP by Sept. 1.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes. 

 CHRISTMAS CARDS – Mon, Sept 19 & Wed, Sept 21,  7 pm

We will be starting Christmas cards to get you ready for Christmas.  The classes are the same, but I’m giving you an option of the evening to come stamp-a-stack.    You will make 10 cards tonight (5 ea. of 2 designs).  Cost of $15 includes the 10 cards and envelopes.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Sept. 10.

 HALLOWEEN– Tue, Sept 27,  7 pm

We will also start getting you ready for Halloween.  We will make 2 cards and 4 cello bag treats.  We will be using the Howl-o-ween Creeps stamp set.    Cost is $8 for 2 cards and 4 cello bag treats ready to fill with your favorite candy.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Sept. 21.

 

Offered by your Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

Jackie Bottomley

5219 East 32 Road, Cadillac, MI 49601

(231) 775-5954 home

(231) 878-3570 cell

jbottomley@charter.net

website:  www.jbstampin.stampinup.net

blog:  //jbstampin.typepad.com

Payment is required in advance to secure your spot at the class.  If you RSVP and do not attend, you will still be responsible to pay for any merchandise cut or purchased for your spot at the class.

HEAT EMBOSSING IN COLOR

WOW WOW WOW - Just tried the color embossing party at a class this month and love it.  7 ladies attended this class so they could try before they buy the new colored embossing powder.  They bought because they loved it.  They heard me say over and over again not to mix the colors and they did a great job not mixing them up.  I used little plastic containers for each color, a coffee filter and spoon so they could work at a separate station for each color.  This worked well and kept the mess down to a minimum.  Don't forget to always used the Embossing Buddy when you are heat embossing.  Here are the samples we made.  (Cased, but modified from other great SU demos).

Melon Mambo, Wild Wasabi EP, Fifth Avenue Floral and Sincere Salutations stamp sets, Scallop Trim Corner and Decorative Label punches.

Look how stunning the Wild Wasabi colored EP looks on black.  Melon Mambo on the circle scallop.  1 3/4" scallop circle punch and Baroque Motifs stamp set. A little strip of Flirtatious Specialty paper too.

Floral Fillers stamp set using Wild Wasabi, Cherry Cobbler and Melon Mambo colored EP.  Just Add Cake DSP.  Punches used were:  butterfly, Pinking Heart Border and Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack.  Oh and added a pearl embellishment too.

This card was extra fun because we colored too using the Colored Pencils.  Stamp sets were Flower Fest and Sincere Salutations (still one of my favorites).  Cherry Cobbler, Wild Wasabi and Melon Mambo colored EP, Cheerful Treat DSP (hostess).  Retired Melon Mambo dotted ribbon, but replace it with the new Scallop Dots ribbon.

Hope you enjoyed these samples.  Remember if you can't make a class on the night it is scheduled, just RSVP and ask to make it at a later date.  I know everyone's schedules are busy and I don't want you to miss out on a class, so just let me know.

DESIGNER SERIES PAPER - ON SALE THIS MONTH

Just a reminder that Designer Series Paper ($10.95) is on sale this month (August).  Buy 3 packs and get the 4th pack FREE.  Earlier this month I did a class featuring DSP (designer series paper).  The class was FREE if you took advantage of the DSP special.  Here are the 3 samples we made at the class.  Again, samples were cased but modified from other great SU demonstrators.

Pocketful of Posies DSP, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry.  Stamp sets were Flower Fancy and You're a Gem.

Unfortunately, this DSP doesn't count toward the special.  Flirtatious Specialty, You're a Gem stamp set.

I love th new Petite Pennants Builder Punch.  How cute is this.  Just Add Cake DSP and Swirls & Curls Verses (Level 1 Hostess) stamp set. 

My classes are the best way to see and try out new products.  Come join us.

123 CLASS

123 Class is a quick class for busy people.  It is designed to fit into an hour or less where you can stop in anytime between 7 - 9 pm and make 2 cute cards for only $3.  It is held the first Thursday of every month, so just RSVP that you are coming and cardstock will be cut for you to make 2 cards.  If you want to make more than 2 cards, just let me know that too.

Here are the 2 cards we made in August.

This is the new Pool Party cardstock along with Lucky Limeade.  These are 2 of the new In Colors for this year.  Stamp set is Sweets for the Sweet which is used on the card below. 

Isn't this a way cute card.  Colors are Real Red, Daffodil Delight, and Tempting Turquoise.  Punches used were the 1" Circle and Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border. 

Join us next month on September 2 for my 123 Class.  Thanks to other great demonstrators for the ideas for these cards.  Cased, but modified some.

AUGUST CLASS SCHEDULE at the BEEHIVE

Here is my class schedule for August.  Hope you will join me for a class or two.  Remember any class can be taken on or after the date scheduled (to work better with your schedule), just let me know when you will be taking the class.  Also, any class can be done via the mail for $5.00 extra or at your home with 5+ guests.  Let's set a date.

123 CLASS – Thur, Aug 4, 7 pm

123 CLASS – If you only have an hour or less, this is a great time for you to stop over between 7 and 9 pm.  1 hour, 2 cards, $3.00.  RSVP by Aug. 2.  The 2 cards will feature the new stamp set from the 2011/2012 IB&C – SWEETS for the SWEET.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.

 DSP CLASS – Mon, Aug 8,  7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature some of the new DSP in the 2011/12 IB&C.  During August, your customers will get a FREE package of Designer Series Paper when they buy three, during our Buy Three, Get One Free promotion!   If you place an order for this promotion (buy 3, get one free DSP) tonight, your class will be FREE.  Cost is $5 for 3 cards or FREE.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Aug. 5.

 EMBOSSING IN COLOR – Tue, Aug 16,  7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature some of the new colored Emboss Power in the 2011/12 IB&C.  There are 5 new colors besides white, black, clear, silver and gold.  So let’s try some of the new colors on 4 different cards.  Cost is $8 for 4 cards.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Aug. 12.

 ALL TIED UP – Mon, Aug 22,  7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature the new 3/8” Ruffled Ribbon in the 2011/12 IB&C (pg. 194).  This ribbon is offered in the 5 new In Colors.   All 4 cards will feature some of this ribbon and you will receive 2 yards of each color ribbon (10 yds.)   Cost is $15 for 4 cards and 10 yds. of ribbon.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Aug. 12.

 ACCESSORY OF THE MONTH – DESIGNER BUTTONS, Tue, Aug 30,  7 pm

Tonight’s class will feature the stamp set Button Buddies on pg. 71 in the 2011/12 IB&C.  These stamps are so cute and designed to coordinate with the Designer Buttons on pg. 197.  Cost is $15 for 4 cards and a package of buttons.  When you RSVP by Aug. 12, please state what button family you want – Brights, Regals, Subtles or Neutrals.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, scissors and clear blocks to all classes.  RSVP by Aug. 12.

Offered by your Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

Jackie Bottomley

5219 East 32 Road, Cadillac, MI 49601

(231) 775-5954 home

(231) 878-3570 cell

jbottomley@charter.net

website:  www.jbstampin.stampinup.net

blog:  //jbstampin.typepad.com

 

Payment is required in advance to secure your spot at the class.  If you RSVP and do not attend, you will still be responsible to pay for any merchandise cut or purchased for your spot at the class.

LACE BORDER PUNCH

Wow this new punch creates a beautiful border which can be used in oh so many ways.  My July 25th class was $25 included the new lace border punch and 4 cards featuring the punch and new In Colors.  I hope you enjoy.

All 4 cards were cased and modified.  The inspiration comes from other great Stampin' Up Demonstrators.  Thank you for you creative spirit.

Join us for a class this month.  5 great classes.  Watch for my monthly calendar soon or visit my  website.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY

Where better to celebrate our nation's independence day than on the East Coast.  I'm writing this at my brother's kitchen table and our plans today are to go out of Glouster Mass. for a whale watching tour.  Can't wait, but need to get some dramaine.  Hope we see some whales.  I've never seen whales except at Sea World.  Had a whole family dinner last night.  Got to meet Gavin for the first time.  I approve :)  Met Jacob's friend from Boston as she came out to pick him up.  Jacob is spending July 4th in Boston/Cambridge.  He'll have FUN!.

This stamp set is in the mini.  Maybe we'll see one of these out in the ocean.  Enjoy!

Happy 4th!  Have you got your new catalog?  If not, contact me and I'll get one to you.  Also, don't forget my Open House on July 16 from 1-5 pm. 

FOLD 'EM CLASS

Earlier in June, I held a class where we folded cards.  We made 3 different cards that required folding, cutting and scoring.  Some precision was required for the cards, but overall they turned out cute.  All were cased from other great demonstrators.  Below are my versions of Fold 'Em.   The first two cards feature the Beyond the Garden DSP and Fabulous Florets from the 2011 Summer Mini Catalog.

This card required some precision cutting and scoring.  Once those were done, the folding went easy.  Below is how it looks open.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The open version of the card.  How cute.  Notice the postage stamp punched flower.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The next card required some precision cutting, scoring and folding.  This one proved to be harder than the first one.

This card folds flat to it into the envelope.  Slightly larger than a standard card.  Again cased from a very creative demonstrator.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This last card is done with the Big Shot.  Janet Wakeland sent me the card and I copied it exactly but used Daffodil Delight.  The picture below is the one from Janet Wakeland. My sample wasn't completed so I could show the girls how to do it. 

Hope you enjoyed the pictures.  Try out one of my classes some time.  We always are trying new stamp sets, punches, DSP or techniques.

123 CLASS SAMPLES

Well i'm back up and running again on my computer.  Trying to remember all my passwords, getting software reloaded and everything else really  has taken a long time.  Today I'm off from work for a few hours and I'm trying to get caught up.  Here are some pictures of the 123 Class for May.  We used the new Flower Garden embossing folder available in the Summer Mini.  What a beautiful embossing folder.

The first card we slightly sponged color over the raised embossing.  This really accented the embossing.

 

The next one was not colored and created a very elegant design in this sympathy card.

 

I hope you enjoy these cards.  Why not take a class?  I offer a different class each week or you can always get a class by mail or come another class night to make up a class.  Send me an email to jbstampin@charter.net for more info or my class schedule.

WORD PLAY Samples

This was the last month using the Word Play stamp set.  There are 12 stamps in this set and I featured four each month.  Here are this month's samples. 

This sample used the Lattice Big Shot die and a piece of the DSP that I got free from SAB.

I know, Christmas in March.  Well we got a head start on Christmas cards.

This is one of my favorites.  This features the inlaid embossing technique and the Puns from the Past stamp set.  Early Expresso and Mariana Mist make for a great combo.  Don't you think?

Simple, but elegant.  Black and white using the butterfly punch, elegant bouquet embossing folderand Pinking Heart Corner punch.

All samples were inspired and/or cased from other great demonstrators (thank you).

MARCH ACCESSORY OF THE MONTH CLASS SAMPLES

I hesitated buying these Game Spinner Hands and Take a Spin stamp set.  But once I started creating samples for the class, I was having a ton of fun.  Here are the 4 cards we made using the Spinner Hands.  The first three cards use the Take a Spin stamp set found in the Occasions Mini.  The last card uses the Cheers to You stamp set found in the IBC.  Enjoy!

BIG SHOT PROJECTS SAMPLES

The ladies at the Big Shot Projects class enjoyed doing some different things with their Big Shots.  I showed them how to make a template to be used with an embossing folder so that it would NOT emboss a portion of the cardstock.  This allowed for them to stamp an image on the embossed cardstock.

The stamp set is Bliss from SAB and the embossing folder was Finial Press.

The next project was this cute chicky box.  Again using the Big Shot dies and punches, we created this cute box to hold treats for Easter.

The last project showed them how to fold a 6 1/2" paper to make a large lattice.  Contact me for directions if you are interested in learning how to do this.

I will have additional Big Shot classes in the future.  So keep checking my Blog or website for class offerings.

WOW Class using Accessories

February's WOW class was a lot of fun using different accessories.  These cards took the ladies some extra time to make.  That is part of the reason they are WOW.  Lots of detail.  Thanks to those demonstrators that gave me the great ideas.  I cased most of these with some modifications.

This card was cased, but changed slightly.  The accessories we used here were the Vintage Trinkets, ribbon, Framed Tulips embossing folder modified for a smaller piece of cardstock, and water color pencils.  Stamp set is Nature Walk.

This card we learned to ruffle ribbon.  The ladies loved this WOW.

A step up from the first WOW class.  2 layers of the Build a Blossom stamp set and Blossom Petals punch.  Also used the Framed Tulips embossing folder and Antique Brads.

This last card used the Framed Tulips embossing folder again, glossy cardstock, white embossing powder and the watercoloring technique using reinkers.  Beautiful technique when used with Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set.

Check back soon to see what we did at the Stamp of the Quarter class. 

HAPPY VALENTINE's DAY

Monday is Valentine's Day and what is better than to receive a handmade Valentine from soneone.  I mailed out a bunch of them this week.  Most of them went to family just to let them know we love them and think of them often and some went to friends to say the same thing.  Here are some of the ones I sent.

Send someone a handmade card today and let them know you are thinking of them.  All of these cards were cased and tweeked from samples I saw from other creative demonstrators.

WOW Class Samples

Here are the 4 cards we made at the January WOW Class.  More layers, more detail, more embellishments.  Sign up for the Feburary WOW class which will be held on Feb. 7th.

Build a Blossom stamp set and Blossom Petals Punch

textured the flower using the Square Lattice embossing folder.

Wow - loving the new Glimmer Paper from the Occasions Mini

Uesed the new Framed Tulips embossing folder and the Glimmer paper.

Most of these were cased but tweaked with my variations.  Thank you for the ideas.

GETTING READY FOR CHRISTMAS

Wow - where does the time go.  I'm always so far behind and Christmas is a week away.  Cards to make, letters to write, presents to buy and wrap.  Yikes I've got to get going.

Here are two Christms cards we made at the 123 Class earlier this month.  The snowman is made with punches and the Big Shot.  The only stamping is the checks and that was with a daubber.

Here is a cute card using the Big Shot and Hostess L2 Peaceful Season stamps.  Still time to earn this set (until Jan. 3).  Use it for next year's Chirtmas cards.

Enjoy the holidays!

Thanksgiving Project Class

This was a fun class and we made 2 cards, embossed napkins and made either napkin rings or place cards.  Here are the samples.

Make n Take from Jan Wakeland Michigan event.  Thank you Jan!

I love this paper - Autumn Spice and stamp set - Day of gratitude

All items used the Day of Gratitude stamp set and Autumn Spice DSP found in the Holiday Mini. 

Why don't you make these items for your Thanksgiving table.  Contact me to order the product or go directly to my SU website.

Happy THANKSGIVING

FALL IS HERE - WINTER IS COMING

We had our first stay on the ground snow fall last Friday.  Woke up to about an 1" or more on the ground and the roads were a touch slippery.  But the weather man is predicting 55 degrees this week.  It was in the 50's today.  So when will winter arrive?  Well, I'm hoping to be skiing by the end of November, but first we need to get through Thanksgiving.  Here are some fall cards we made last week at the 123 Class. 

We used the Rock N Roll technique on this card. 

 
Oh  and here was my favorite trick or treater - Brian Gravlin.  We only had 2 trick or treaters.  Brian of course got special treats.  He is my favorite!

This card was totally cased from Lorrie Skinner.  I loved the colors and everything about it -- so no need to redo.  This stamp set is French Foilage and I love it!

This week's class is Thanksgiving projects.  So join us this Monday (please RSVP) or stop back to see what we made.

 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Here are some more Halloween cards.  Don't be tricked today -

Share some treats with your friends and family. 

NOVEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE

I've got lots of classes to get you ready for the holidays.  Check out my class schedule and join in on a class or two.

123 CLASS or YOUR PROJECT NIGHT – Thur,  Nov 4, 7 pm

123 CLASS -. -. If you only have an hour or less this is a great time for you to stop between 7 and 9 pm. 1 hour, 2 cards for $3.00.  RSVP by Nov. 1.  This month will be Fall themed cards.

YOUR PROJECT NIGHT - This is a night for you to bring your projects to work on with friends. You may use my non-consumables with SU products purchased from me. A small amount of product available for sale. No charge. Please RSVP by Nov. 1.  Please bring your own adhesive, cutter, clear blocks and scissors.

  THANKSGIVING PROJECTS – Mon, Nov. 8  - 7 pm

We all need to be thankful for many things.  Tonight we will make 2 Thanksgiving cards, emboss 4 napkins for your Thanksgiving dinner and make 4 napkin rings or place cards.  RSVP by Nov. 5.  Cost is only $10 and includes all materials.  Bring your own adhesive, cutter, clear blocks and scissors.

 CHRISTMAS CARDS – Two Nights – Tues, Nov. 16 or Wed Nov. 17 - 7 pm

It’s not too early to start thinking about Christmas.  Two more months - November and December I will set aside 2 nights each month to get you started on your Christmas cards.  We will make 10 cards each night (5 each of 2 styles).  Cost is $15 and includes all materials and envelopes.  RSVP by Nov. 14.  You can attend one or both classes.  Bring your own adhesive, cutter, clear blocks and scissors.

 CHRISTMAS GIFTS – Mon, Nov. 22 - 7 pm

Tonight’s class will get you started on your Christmas gift giving.  You will make a washer necklace, a cinnamon stick ornament and a tea light candle holder.  RSVP by Nov. 14 .  Cost is $12 and includes all materials to make the 3 gifts. Bring your own adhesive, cutter, clear blocks and scissors.

 ACCESSORY OF THE MONTH – CANDY COUNTDOWN KIT  – Mon, Nov. 29 -  7 pm

In the Holiday Mini catalog, pg. 34 is the Candy Countdown Calendar Kit.  Tonight you will get 5 boxes and accessories to make gift boxes for the upcoming holiday season.    Bring your own adhesive, cutter, clear blocks and scissors.  Cost is $10 and includes all materials to make the 5 gift boxes.  RSVP by Nov. 14.  If you want the whole kit, please specify and add $15 to the class costs ($25). 

 

GET READY FOR HALLOWEEN

Halloween is a month away, but people start decorating for it now.  So I offered a class this week to get started on Halloween decorations, cards and gift boxes.  Next week is Part 2 of the class - More Halloween where we will make luminaries, a Halloween book mark and a card or more.  Here are the items from this weeks class.

Framed piece cased from pg. 6 of the Holiday Mini.  Uses Nite Owl DSP and Spooky Things Decor Elements.

This card was from a swap and cased.

Come back next week to see what we do on Oct. 4.

SAMPLES from MONDAY METHODS Class

Monday Methods or Technique class was a lot of fun last week.  We made 3 cards using different techniques and/or products.

This card's technique was the punched border strip flower.  I found that depending on how you pleated it around the circle, you could get it to lay flat or stand up.  To mail, you'd want it to lay flatter.  

This next card uses the faux pinwheel technique.  I love the look and will be doing this some more.

This last card used the wood sheets found on pg. 205 in the catalog   These squares were punched out and then tinted with ink and then stamped on.  Unique look and would work very nice for a masculine card.

These classes are fun because you get a chance to try some new techniques and/or products without having to struggle through it by yourself.  We got a few good laughs that night as we stumbled making these.  But once you do it, the next time it is easier.

More Fall Samples

 The weather here in Michigan has turned cold, wet and windy.  You would think Hurricane Earl had struck us.  This morning it was 43 degrees, but the sun is shining and the wind has died down to a breeze.  This weather puts me into the fall season mood.  Here is a card we did at the 123 Class (1 hours, 2 cards, $3).  This is one of the new stamp sets in the Holiday Mini - have you seen that mini yet?  I want it all!

 

This was cased from another Remarkable - Michele Reynolds.  I modified it some what but loved her color combination.

Stamp Sets - Paisley Prints, On Your Birthday

Ink - Garden Green, Cajun Craze, Poppy Parade

Accy - Texture Plates Kit #4, Scallop Oval Punch, Medium Oval Punch, Eyelet Border Punch

This is the other card we did at the 123 Class.  Isn't this beautiful. 

Stamp Set - Watercolor Trio (from the summer mini catalog - no longer available)

Ink - Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz

Accy - Vellum Cardstock, markers, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, Beautiful Wings embosslit die

Enjoy!

FALL IS COMING

Had a workshop the other night and the hostess wanted to feature Fall. I love all the seasons in Michigan.  Fall is the most colorful tho.  Here are the 2 items we made at the workshop and the hostess qualified for the Hostess special this month - which is an extra $25 in hostess benefits with a $350 or better workshop.  She ended up with $80 to spend!!!!  Want to earn your own free merchandise?

 

Crumb cake, garden green, more mustard, early expresso and very vanilla cs.  Gold embossing.  Square Lattice embossing folder, Modern Label punch, Word Window punch, corner rounder punch and Early Expresso 1/8" taffeta ribbon.  Autumn Days stamp set.

Always Artichoke Textured cs, cajun craze, crumb cake, very vanilla cs.  Square lattice embossing folder, early expresso ink, Pockets Silhouette stamp set.  This could also have been made into a 6x6" scrapbook page.  The guests had an option.

Next class is tonight - we will be using the Dotted Scallop Ribbon border punch.

FEATURED STAMP SET - JUST BELIEVE

Boy did we have fun last night at this month's featured stamp set class - Just Believe.  I created 4 cards with directions that the ladies made.  With this class, you not only get the stamp set, you get complete directions, all materials cut and ready to stamp and assemble, and you learn different techniques and use different tools.  Last night's class featured reverse masking, the color spritzer tool and several punches.  Did you know you can do this class via mail or purchase the directions from me as a PDF.  Contact me if you'd like to learn more and the charges.  Here are the 4 cards.

 

Next month we will use this same stamp set, but will create 4 different cards.  So sign up today!

Monday Methods Class Samples

Boy did we have fun spritzing and sponging at the Monday Method's class.  We did 2 new techniques, made a sample for their technique book and 2 cards.  The ladies loved it and were excited to try it on their own.

Sponging and Masking

I modified this card from a swap I received at Convention (thank you).  Pocket Silhouette was the stamp set and Not Quite Name and Soft Suede were the primary colors.  I will be putting together a tutorial soon showing how to make the horizon.  So check back soon.

Smooch Sprtiz Resist

This technique came from Splitcoast Stampers website.  It turned out to be a WOW.  The Presto Paper Speciality Paper is awesome for this technique.  You can check out the tutorial on Splitcoast Stampers.

Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder was used, Pacific Point and Tangerine Tango.  The Beautiful Wings embosslit die was used in addition to the Clear Circle bigz die.  We used the Gold Glow Smooch Spritz.

Enjoy!

123 CLASS SAMPLES

Do you know what 123 class is?  It's one hour, 2 cards, $3.  So this is the class for those busy people who only have a little time.  Truly the class goes really fast   Here are the 2 cards we did.  The Owl card did take some time, but isn't it adorable?

The hardest part was putting those tiny pupils in the eyes.  For those who struggled, I suggested using a black ink pen and making the pupils.

The other card we did used the Big Shot and DSP from the Occasions Mini - Island Oasis.  This DSP is available until August 31st.

Simple card, little stamping, some punching and putting it together.  Quick and easy.

This class is held the first Thursday of every month.  So plan on attending on Sept. 2nd.  See you then.

MORE CONVENTION SHARES & Class Samples

Last week's class was Convention Surprise.  I took some of my favorite samples of swaps from convention and cased and modified.  Here are the four samples from the class.  Enjoy.

Original was from Ruth Murphy.  I cased this pretty much as designed.  I had to call Ruth on how she did the yellow flower so nice in her sample.  She told me she created a mask and used Daffodil Delight with a sponge dauber.  Thank you Ruth.

Original from Jen Snyder.  Here is my cased and modified version.  Notice how nice the white gel pen makes the hydranga pop.

Original from a RemARKable (sorry can't remember her name).  This holds a Ghirardelli chocolate with a white ribbon tied around it to hold it in.  Yum Yum!

Original from Jan Wakeland.  This is my cased/modified version.  Jan presented this little gift to me at Convention.  It contained a RemARKable ark pin and a cute purple flower charm.  I LOVED it.  This uses the new Petal Card punch and Hostess level 2 Cute by the Inch stamp set.  Book your hostess party today and you could earn this stamp set FREE.

Don't forget - tonight is my 123 Class (one hour, 2 cards, $3) or bring your own project and just hang out with the girls.

MORE CONVENTION SHARES

I didn't do too many card front swaps this year.  I thought I would post some of my favorites over the next few days.  Hope you enjoy looking at them.  Some I will "case" for classes - so sign up for a class and bring a friend.

None of these are mine and I don't remember who made them.  So if it was you - thanks for sharing.

OFF TO CONVENTION

Whew - I'm exhausted now, what will I be in 5 days after I get back from Stampin' Up!'s annual Convention in Salt Lake City?  I'm leaving Wednesday morning and returning Sunday.  Just wanted to share some cards we did this week at the Accessory of the Month class.  It featured Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper.

Enjoy - and check back for more samples when I get back from Convention.

Another Sample

I love this set - Because I Care.  It has to be the hydrangea which in northern Michigan are in full bloom.  Most of them here are white and beautiful.  Here is a card I cased and did at one of my classes.  I'm going to be using his same set for the Technique Tuesday class I'm having.  We are going to try thumping.  

 

This card uses the new Marina Mist cardstock and ink.  I soooo love this color.  Also used is Old Olive cardstck and ink; whisper white cardstock; Square Lattice embossing folder and scallop oval punch and medium oval punch.  Enjoy!

If you'd like to attend my class - Technique Tuesday, it is at 7pm on July 13.  Contact me ahead of time so I make sure I have enough materials prepped. 

RemARKable New Catalog Blog Tour - Day 3

Can you believe this is the last day of the blog tour?  It sure has gone fast, but this isn't the end of more great ideas, tips and more being shared.  So check back daily to see what else we have in store to share with you.

Today I picked the stamp set - Elements of Style.  It is on page 133 in the IB&C.  It is a beautiful set and has lots of potential.  The hummingbird is so beautiful and the say "Life is a mater of moments" is so true.  It is about those moments that take your breath away.  The sunrise or sunset.  The song of a bird or an eagle soaring.  I live in Northern Michigan and we have eagles, bears and lots of wildlife.  One day I looked out the window in my craft room (which overlooks a lake) and I saw an eagle flying with a fish in his talons.  What a sight.  Another day I say momma bear and 2 cubs cross the road about 100 yards in front of me.  I slowed down and watched her and her babies.  Moments that took my breath away.  I hope you can think of some of those moments that took your breath away.

Well here are my samples.  I don't think they will take your breath away, but I hope they inspire you to create and share!

This card features:  stamp set - Elements of Style; paper - concord crush, whisper white, Presto Patterns Speciaity Designer Series Paper; ink - Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz, Perfect Plum, Concord Crush, Poppy Parade; Accy - Ticket Corner Punch, stampin' dimensionals, paper snips.  I sponged the Perfect Plum ink over the Presto Patterns paper.  Isn't it beautiful?

 

Wanted to share a 3D item.  This cute milk carton can be filled with chocolate and given to a friend.  Maybe someone who provided one of those moments!  Paper - Sahara Sand, Whisper White; Ink - Versamark, Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, Soft Suede; Stamp Set - Elements of Style; Accy - Mini Milk Carton Bigz L Die, paper snips, stampin' dimensionals, mini library clip, Sticky Strip.

I saved my favorite till last.  I really like how this turned out and it was quite quick to make.  Paper - Soft Suede, Whisper White; Stamp Set - Elements of Style; Ink - Versamark, Soft Suede, Pink Pirouette; Accy - sponge, Scallop Oval Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals.

Thanks for your comments and time.  Now click on the box below to see what Diane Carr has created for your viewing pleasure.  Stop back often!

RemARKable New Catalog Blog Tour - Day 2

What beautiful samples have been shown on the blog tour so far.  I know I will be placing an order soon for some of the stamp sets, ribbon, accessories and paper that others have shared.  The creativity is amazing!  Today's samples come from the stamp set - Friends Never Fade.  That is so true.  I have made some wonderful new friends through Stampin' Up! and they are truly the flowers in my life.  This stamp set provides so many options and coordinates nicely with the Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper.  I used some on each of the 3 card samples.  Along with the DSP and stamp set, there is an individual stamp - Ornate Blossom, Big Shot Original Die - Blossom Party, and Decor Elements - Botanical Flower.  I'm thinking my laptop will be featuring these flowers on it's cover soon.  Enjoy!

This card features some of the new In-Colors and core colors.  Paper - Peach Parfait, Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Old Olive.  Ink - Baja Breeze, Peach Parfait, Stamp Set - Friends Never Fade, Accy - Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folders, Linen Thread, paper snips, stampin' dimensionals, mini glue dots, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack.

I LOVE this card.  I don't know if it is the colors or what -- but I will be making a few more of these.  This card also features some of the new In Colors.  Paper - Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie and Greenhouse Gala DSP,  Ink - Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie; Stamp Set - Friends Never Fade, Accy -  paper snips, stampin' dimensionals, Scallop Oval Punch, 1 3/4"x7/8" Oval Punch, Scallop Trim Border punch, and Perfect-Polka  Dots textured impressions embossing folder.

This card uses some of the old and new core colors.  Paper - Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, Greenhouse Gala DSP, and Presto Patterns Speciality DSP; Ink - Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Baja Breeze; Stamp Set - Friends Never Fade, Hostess L3 Occasional Quotes; Accy -  paper snips, stampin' dimensionals, paper piercing tool, mat pack, 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Extra Large Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Word Window Punch

I hope you enjoy your tour today.  Click on the box below to go to Diane Carr's blog to see what she has to share.  Stop back tomorrow for the last day in our RemARKable New Catalog Blog Tour. 

RemARKable New Catalog Blog Tour - Day 1

I am so excited to be part of this tour.  I haven't bought too many new stamp sets yet, but I'm sure after the tour I'll be placing an order.  You will find some amazing samples on this tour.  I hope you enjoy mine.

Today I'm using Artistic Etchings.  It is located on pg. 125 in the new Idea Book & Catalog.  I like this set because it gives you a lot of different options.  The circle stamp is very pretty by it's self or used as a background on cardstock.  The key adds a vintage look and can be used with so many other stamp sets throughout the Elements section in the IB&C.  Try using it with Vintage Vogue or Sense of Time.  Here are 3 samples I made for Day 1.  Enjoy!

This card uses the following:  Stamp set - Artistic Etchings; Paper - Elegant Eggplant, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Newsprint Designer Series Paper; Ink - Soft Suede; Accy - small oval punch, stampin dimensionals, snail

 

This card uses the following:  Stamp set - Artistic Etchings; Paper -Riding Hood Red , Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Newsprint Designer Series Paper; Ink - Riding Hood Red, Basic Black; Accy - 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Extra Large Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Extra Large Punch, Very Vanilla 5/8" Jumbo Brad, Paper-Piercing Tool, Mat Pack, Paper Snips, stampin dimensionals, snail

This card uses the following:  Stamp set - Artistic Etchings; Paper - Pendant Notes, Riding Hood Red, Newsprint Designer Series Paper; Ink - Riding Hood Red; Accy - Filigree Designer Brads, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Paper-Piercing Tool, Mat Pack, stampin dimensionals, snail.

Now click on the box below to go to the next stop in the RemARKable New Catalog Blog Tour.  Come back tomorrow for another stamp set I'll be featuring.  Thanks for stopping!