Last Day for my September Drawing

Sunday, September 30, 2018
I'm sorry that I have been a little MIA this week - I didn't even realize that I had forgotten to prepare some blog posts for you.
I'm pretty excited that I get to hear our son, Jeff, sing this morning. Such a treat for this proud mama.

Today is the last day to get in on my September Special!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!
I will draw a name Monday Morning and post the winner on my blog tomorrow. Will it be YOU!!??
 
Thanks for stopping by today!
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Inspiring Black & White

Tuesday, September 25, 2018
I love this gorgeous card in Black & White that is inspired by Mary Brown
Of course I used my favorite BLENDED SEASONS stamp set that was exclusive to August 2018.  I'm so glad I invested in this bundle - it is so versatile. I allow myself to feature retired product at my Tuesday COME STAMP WITH ME class and this one sure was a hit!!
A little Light Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends for the centers of the flowers really set it off.
Here are the other products I used on this card:
Black 5/8" Glittered Organdy Ribbon
Basket Weave Dynamic Textured Embossing Folder
You're Inspiring Stamp Set
Stampin' Dimensionals & Mini Glue Dots
Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!
 
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
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5 Weeks Until Gracie's 13th Birthday!

Monday, September 24, 2018
If you are keeping track, you will have noticed that Gracie is wearing the same top in this 8 year  photo as she was in her 7 year photo. She has always been such a little peanut - which, of course, is the name of the little elephant she is holding.
Gracie loved to play with all of Gramma's stuffed elephants!
Gracie's treat this week is...
Some pretty pink lip gloss.  At 13 she is all about dolling herself up with lip gloss and even some mascara.
To get the lovely lipstick clip art on the tag I simply printed out the lipstick when I googled lipstick clip art. I wanted to make one with punches but this came up and it was perfect.
Talking about lovely lipstick - LOVELY LIPSTICK is one of our new In-Colors in the 2018-2020 collection. You can check it all out HERE
Pictured here is LOVELY LIPSTICK, GRAPEFRUIT GROVE and CALL ME CLOVER. Three of the five In-Colors for 2018-2020. I made these cards for my IN COLOR CLUB Members using the PETAL PALETTE Stamp Set.

Thanks for stopping by today!
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Delicate Lace

Thursday, September 20, 2018
This beautiful card was a swap card I received when I went to a Stampin' Up! event. It was made by a new demonstrator friend Cindy Westerink
 Such a stunning card using the PETAL PROMENADE DESIGNER PAPER

The coordinating colors are FRESH FIG and WHISPER WHITE
Doesn't the DELICATE LACE EDGELITS make this card striking??!!
The stamp set used is called STITCHED ALL AROUND
The 3/8" FRESH FIG MINI RUFFLED RIBBON and the WHISPER WHITE 1/8" SHEER RIBBON used together is so perfect.
And don't you just love that new TUFTED Embossing Folder?? It is one of my very favorites.

Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!
 
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
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BOO!, a special from Stampin' Up! and a Special from ME!

Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Time to start thinking about the next "holiday" and what the gals might want to make on COME STAMP WITH ME TUESDAY CLASS. Not everyone sends out halloween cards, but several have grand kids that love to get the hand stamped cards.
Besides - why not send a card to brighten someones day??
This card was CASED (copy and share everything) from Melissa Davies 
Product used: Sweet Home Stamp Set and Thinlits (retired)
Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG and it goes perfectly with the DASHNG DEER bundle.
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
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More Animal Outing

Tuesday, September 18, 2018
I seriously cannot get enough of these darling little animals
How simply fun is this!!
This darling card was inspired by Steshia Bloodhart.
What I changed up: I used a different background designer paper, and my animals are colored a bit darker than Steshia's. I love the way it turned out but I will admit, a punch would have been quicker than die cutting all those branches to go around the edge.
Product used: Animal Outing Bundle

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6 Weeks Until Gracie's 13th Birthday!

Monday, September 17, 2018
This is definitely a typical school picture, but at this point they have come so far from how it was when Dale and I were in grade school
I just love her little toothless smile!
Gracie's treat for this week is...FLUFFY STUFF!!
The cute little tag was made using the EASTER LAMB (retired) stamp because this cotton candy is called FLUFFY STUFF. I used the Shimmery EMBOSSING PASTE and the HEAT TOOL to give this little lamb her wool.
I imagine if Gracie keeps eating all this sugar she will end up with more missing teeth (LOL)
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Sentimental Sunday

Sunday, September 16, 2018
So sorry about the glitch in my Saturday post. I was planning to have my cards at the craft sale today, but our booth was too close to another card seller so she asked me to take mine down to be fair since I had not added my cards to the application. Next year we will know better.
Please plan to come to the craft sale at Georgetown Bible Church on Saturday October 27th from 9am to 3pm. All the details are on the side bar to this blog.
My Sentimental Sunday posts usually revolve around the grand kids. They are such a joy in our life.
Gracie is keeping very busy as a 7th grader.
She cheers for the 7th grade boys football team every Wednesday

It is so much fun to watch her "do her thing" out there on the track. Her complete team wasn't there for her to "fly" but she made the best of it.
At the varsity football game this past Friday she not only got to cheer during the 2nd quarter, she also sang the National Anthem with the Middle School Choirs.
 I especially love this photo because I caught Julie taking Gracie's picture. I just love her MOM tee shirt.
It was hard getting a close up photo, but she is in the front row far right. So much fun watching her. And the bonus is that Hudsonville won their game!!
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Ink Pads and Embossing Folders

Saturday, September 15, 2018
Today we are at our local Fair Grounds for a HUGE craft fair.
Mostly our booth is Dale's handmade soaps, lotions, candles, etc. but I will also have my cards there with a one day special of BUY 5 GET 1 FREE
For today's post I wanted to share a video with you from Stampin' Up! about our fabulous newly designed INK PADS

And here is another video featuring the TIN TILE DYNAMIC TEXTURED EMBOSSING FOLDER
Such great new products for your card making, scrapbooking and crafting.
Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG and it goes perfectly with the DASHNG DEER bundle.
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
Shop Stampin' Up! Christi's Store
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Join Paper Pumpkin with me
Shop the Clearance Rack - Save up to 60%
PLEASE USE THIS HOSTESS CODE WHEN PLACING YOUR ON LINE ORDER

Christi Waite, Christi's Creative Crew
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Christicreativecrew.blogspot.com
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Hand Delivered - A Wedding Card

Friday, September 14, 2018
Another Wedding Card to share with you today.
This one was inspired by Jan B
This card also features the DELIGHTFULLY DETAILED LASER-CUT SPECIALTY PAPER
SO STUNNING!
The intricate designs are 2 sided with WHISPER WHITE on one side and VERY VANILLA on the other side.
I used my POWDER PINK CLASSIC INK PAD to color the laser design.  I tried sponging it, and using the SPONGE BRAYER, but using the ink-to-paper technique gave it the deeper color that I wanted.  Granted I needed to re-ink my Ink Pad when I was done, but that is why the re-inkers are available, right??!!
I tried to follow Jan's instructions, but I was baffled - I guess I am easily baffled because I really love all of Jan's works.
Here is what I did...
I protected my work surface with GRID PAPER (any scrap paper will work) then I colored the one side with POWDER PINK INK as I stated above, dried it just a tad with my HEAT TOOL, then I added MULTI PURPOSE ADHESIVE to the back side using a STAMPIN' SPONGE.
I attached this delicate sheet to a piece of VERY VANILLA 12 x 12 paper. Of course you are going to get a touch of adhesive on the front but don't fret, and don't rub! Just use your EMBOSSING BUDDY to take away the tackiness.
To cut this design can be tricky, but since I had it attached to the 12 x 12 VERY VANILLA Card Stock I could cut it from the back side. Be aware that there is a border on this SPECIALTY PAPER 
so I cut one side off first before I cut it to my desired size. I chose 3 13/16 x 5 1/16 - crazy size, I know, but it worked for me and your STAMPIN' TRIMMER is a very accurate tool to use for every 1/16th inch.
I also cut a piece of VELLUM Card Stock the same size and attached it only in the center which would be hidden behind the STITCHED SHAPES OVAL (largest size).
Now I attached this piece to another piece of VERY VANILLA measuring 4 x 5 1/4 and then attached that to my POWDER PINK Card Base. The VERY VANILLA MEDIUM SIZE ENVELOPES are perfect color coordination for mailing your card
This HAND DELIVERED Wedding card is from a HOSTESS EXCLUSIVE Stamp which can be yours for only $13.00 when you have a workshop or order that reaches $150.00
I stamped the legs/skirt onto VERY VANILLA card stock and added the wedding cake on top of the skirt. Super easy to line up because of the Photopolymer totally see through stamp. As you can see in this image there is 3 layers to the wedding cake but mine only has 2 layers.  That is because only 2 layers fit in the largest STITCHED SHAPES oval framelit, so I hand cut them out using my PAPER SNIPS and attached them to the oval with the MULTIPURPOSE ADHESIVE. 
I colored in the gal with IVORY STAMPIN' BLENDS (hands and legs), SMOKY SLATE STAMPIN' WRITE MARKER (shoes & tray), POWDER PINK STAMPIN' WRITE MARKER (flowers) & LEMON LIME TWIST STAMPIN' WRITE MARKER (leaves). I added WINK OF STELLA to her dress and cake to give it some added shimmer.
The sentiment is from FLORAL PHRASES (as well as the inside sentiment)
Both Ovals were popped up on STAMPIN' DIMEN'SIONALS. A few BASIC JEWELS PEARLS added to the cake and small oval really set it off.
I hope all these details help you to be creative in your own card making. If so I would love to earn your business. Please use the links below to contact me or shop with me.
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
Shop Stampin' Up! Christi's Store
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Shop the Clearance Rack - Save up to 60%
PLEASE USE THIS HOSTESS CODE WHEN PLACING YOUR ON LINE ORDER
Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG and it goes perfectly with the DASHNG DEER bundle.
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!


Christi Waite, Christi's Creative Crew
christiwaite@gmail.com
Christicreativecrew.blogspot.com
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/christiwaite/ 
Christi
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Throw Back Thursday

Thursday, September 13, 2018
This card is a blast from the past!
One that I made years ago (probably 5 years ago), but I had a request for a firetruck card for a 10 year old boy.
To the rescue was YOU'RE MY HERO stamp set and BIRTHDAY CANDLES wheel (which I made over into a stamp)
This card was originally cased from Brian King
Although all of these products are retired, many of you might have these still on hand.
Thanks for stopping by today!
Here is the list to my quick links to contact me or to shop with me...
Shop Stampin' Up! Christi's Store
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PLEASE USE THIS HOSTESS CODE WHEN PLACING YOUR ON LINE ORDER

Stampin' Up!'s promotion for September is this wonderful Designer Paper called DASHING ALONG and it goes perfectly with the DASHNG DEER bundle.
How was the Dashing Along Designer Series Paper created? 
To create our exclusive Dashing Along Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up! used a mix of old favorites and new patterns to bring you beautiful, traditional Christmas paper.  This collection of patterns has an eclectic feel and is perfect for layering, and while the newsprint design isn’t Christmas-themed, it was selected for its versatility and popularity.  I hope you’ll love this Designer Series Paper as much as I do, and remember, it’s available for a limited time only!
PROMOTION DETAILS:
  • Promotion period: September 1–30 Dashing Along Designer Series Paper is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after September 30. 
  • In order to qualify, the event merchandise total must reach $250 (before shipping and handling). 
  • One package of Designer Series Paper may be redeemed per qualifying order, with no limit on how many packages of Designer Series Paper can be earned. 
  • Customer, Workshop, and online orders qualify. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be redeemed using Stampin’ Rewards.  You will receive this FREE gift with a qualifying order in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may earn. 
  • Dashing Along Designer Series Paper may not be exchanged for other paper. 
  • Deadline Online: September 30, 2018 at 11:50 PM (MT)
And I have a September Special for you too!!
For every $50 order you will get your name in the drawing to receive the TOIL & TROUBLE Designer Paper and the SPIDER TRINKETS which will be perfect for all your Halloween treats and card making. If a spider can be cute - these are it!

Christi Waite, Christi's Creative Crew
christiwaite@gmail.com
Christicreativecrew.blogspot.com
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/christiwaite/ 

Christi

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