Bella & Friends

Today I thought that I would share a couple cards that I made with the BELLA & FRIENDS stamp set.

Isn't this little puppy just the cutest!! The fluffy clouds are made using the SPRINKLES OF LIFE Stamp Set and the TREE BUILDER PUNCH

The clouds on this second card are cut from the UMBRELLA WEATHER FRAMELITS and Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper.

And just as I promised I will show you the AFTER picture of Lucy when we picked her up from her first puppy trim.

But first a reminder of how she looked the day we got her...

And now the AFTER picture!  Pet Smart was so great to take her picture and email it to us.

Notice her "visor" is trimmed up so nice and now she can see where she is going!! We can see some of her Bichon coloring coming through, but she still has her dark highlights.  Hoping she doesn't outgrow those.

She is a true Stampin' Up! enthusiast!! She got very excited when my shipment arrived yesterday

You all are the best for indulging me letting me share my puppy pictures.

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I just love these!! Can't wait to play with them!!

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Sheltering Tree Thank You

Another special order card!  You would think that with all the stamps that I have accumulated over the past eight plus years that I have been a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator I would have exactly what I need when someone asks for a special card. Every bicycle stamp I have was either too small or a tandem bike. What to do?  Well, pull out My Digital Studio, of course.  Sure do wish Stampin' Up! still had My Digital Studio available so I could add more stamps, paper and colors,but I am thankful for the stamps that I purchased before it was discontinued. This particular bicycle stamp is called Pedaling Past.  I did a mirror image so the bike could be facing the way I wanted it, then resized it to my needs, printed it out, cut it out and voila`, I had exactly what I needed.  I printed out the Thank You as well, then added my SHELTERING TREE, sponged the sky, and added the cute fence (non Stampin' Up!) and some yummy apples using the TREE BUILDER PUNCH

And guess what?  She liked it!! So glad when it all comes together.

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for August: 

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Thanks for stopping by!

Christi

Card inspired by Betsy

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Rockin' Reindeer

Before I forget...Here are the WEEKLY DEALS for August 18-24

I'm on a reindeer 'kick' I think, but isn't this reindeer card adorable?

I any of you have used the TREE BUILDER PUNCH

you might be groaning at how many little apples you need to stamp and punch

Never fear - here is a quick and easy tip for you.  Cut a strip of card stock (I used Wild Wasabi with Wild Wasabi Ink) 1/2" wide, then stamp your apples but not too close together.  Then slide the strip into the punch like this and then just punch, punch, punch. You can see I stamped a few of these a little too close, but it was a learning curve.  I only messed up 2-3 times.

Hope this little tip helps you out, this is such a great punch - you can see that I used the tree for the reindeer's antlers.  If you buy the coordinating stamp set SPRINKLES OF LIFE $3 goes to the Ronald McDonald Charity House - a super great charity that Stampin' Up! has joined with year after year.  The RMCH stamps are a one year only deal so get in on the super fun and versatile one and help out some families in need.

Here is a list of supplies that I used:

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Thanks for stopping by!

Christi

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Let's Get Patriotic

With Independence Day coming up this weekend I thought I would share some Patriotic Cards.

I created the Happy 4th of July using My Digital Studio.

This next one I loved because it uses the fabulous new SPRINKLES OF LIFE stamp set.  the HELLO comes from the HELLO YOU THINLITS, and all I did was use a SPONGE DAUBER to color it.

cards inspired by: Wanda, and Estie J (as seen on France Martin's blog)
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Sprinkle of Life

I love this card that Glenda Calkins made and had on her blog, and I love the new Cherry On Top Designer Paper Stack that she used.

In fact, the polka-dotty pattern is my favorite, but you only get 4-6"x6" sheets.  I have nearly used up all of that patterned paper, but when planning for my Tuesday Come Stamp With Me class I came across the retired Designer Paper Painted Blooms and thought I would give it a try with this polka dotty pattern.

The beauty of my Come Stamp With Me Tuesday class is that I have the freedom to use my retired stamps and accessories.
So  - What do you think?? This card will be out for the July 7th class - plan ahead to Come Stamp With Me!!
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Busy Week!! = Open House

The biggest thing keeping me busy this week (besides 2 classes) is that my NEW CATALOG OPEN HOUSE is this FRIDAY and SATURDAY.  the good part of scheduling events like this Open House is that it forces me to declutter.  Oh, Yea, for regular classes the ladies don't mind me having some current projects out, or even some Craft Sale items out to sell, but for an Open House I need all the usable space that I can get for Demonstrations, Make 'n Takes, Class Sign-ups, Snacks, etc.  Want to come??!! I sure do hope so because it is going to be a blast!
HERE are the details:
NEW CATALOG OPEN HOUSE

WHEN: You have 2 options: Friday, June 19, 6-9pm or Saturday, June 20, 10am-2pm

There will be:

• Door prize drawings
• Demonstrations
• Make and Takes
• Buy 1 Get 1 deals
• Chance to sign up for upcoming classes
• Snacks

No need to RSVP but I would love to hear if you are coming.

Here is a quick sample of one of the cards that will be out on display using some the NEW items found in the NEW CATALOG (I don't want to give away all the fun you will find at the open house)

My friend, and fellow Red Hot Stamper, Rachel, made this tag using the SPRINKLES OF LIFE stamp set with coordinating TREE BUILDER Punch. The bag is made using the NEW Gift Bag Punch Board.  The best part of this stamp set is that it is the designated 2015-16 Ronald McDonald House Charities and for every stamp set sold Stampin' Up! donates $3 to this worthy charity.  

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Sprinkles of Life Tree

The second card using the NEW Ronald Mc Donald Stamp Set, SPRINKLES OF LIFE is featuring the tree elements.  I love how the "cupcake liner" stamp doubles for an apple basket.

Oh, and yes, I cased this from a card I saw on Pinterest, you can check it out here.
OK - so I an only guess that you are going to WANT a new Stampin' Up! Catalog for your very own, right?!  If you have placed an order with me in the past 12 months I will gladly give you a complimentary copy.  If you come to my New Catalog OPEN HOUSE on June 19th, 6pm-9pm or Saturday, June 20th, 10am-2pm, then you will get a FREE copy as well.  Don't live in my area, but need me to mail one out to you?  $5 will cover the cost to have it shipped, just contact me HERE.
I'm super excited about the NEW CATALOG coming out and I know that you will love it too.  June 2 is the magic day that you can actually order from the Current Catalog AND the Occasions Catalog AND the NEW Catalog.  What a perfect day to get your order in.
Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have enjoyed both of the Ronald McDonald Stamp Sets.  Remember on June 2 you can actually order BOTH!!
Christi




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Sprinkles of Life Cupcake

This card was made using the NEW Ronald McDonald stamp set for 2015-16.  Ronald McDonald House Charities keeps families together and surrounded by love when their children are receiving medical treatment far from home. Stampin' Up! will donate $3 from the sale of this stamp set (and the Flaming Lingo through June 2) to the Ronald McDonald House Charity when our new catalog goes live on June 2nd.

Colors used are: Melon Mambo and Pink Pirouette. (inspired by Becky Roberts)
Using your imagination the cupcakes icing will make a great cloud, and the best part of this 22 piece stamp set is that it comes with a coordinating punch!! This card will be one of the cards featured at the June Stamp a Stack classes.  Want to know more? Here are the details...

June 2015 Classes

Stamp A Stack Class

Do you need a stack of cards for all occasions? This is the class for you! In this class you will be making 8 different All Occasion Cards.

Cost for this class is $12.00 or FREE with a purchase*

Pre order or Pre Pay for your class and receive a small gift from me.

Monday, June 1st, 7 PM OR

Wednesday, June 3rd, 10 AM OR

Saturday, June 6th, 10 AM

*minimum purchase $25.00

Please bring your adhesive along to this class.

Please RSVP by 7:00 PM the evening before any class
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