Scrappin' & Craftin' with TLC

Good-bye Stampin' Up! HELLO Simply Stated Vinyl, LLC

2011-10-30T16:53:00.000-04:00

Well the time has come for me to say good-bye to Stampin' Up! It has been a wonderful 8yr ride, I'm grateful for all the woman/friends I've made over the years. The memories will stay with me for a lifetime :-)

While it's good-bye with Stampin' Up! my crafting days are not over. I will be posting from time to time some of my creations. I'm also happy to announce that my husband & I have started a new business called Simply Stated Vinyl, LLC. We create simple unique custom vinyl decals for your home, car & more and ship it right to your door!

Our website simplystatedwallart.com is still under construction but you can follow us here, "Like" us on Facebook @ Simply Stated Vinyl, LLC or follow us on Twitter @SimplyStatdWall.
I'm looking forward to this next chapter in my life & hope you can come along and join me.

I was a little busy this weekend creating a collage frame for a friend of mine. If this is something you'd like to create for yourself, family member or friend please feel free to contact me @ traci@simplystatedwallart.com. It's a great way to preserve all those special items you may have sitting in a box or bag.

So until we "meet" again........

The New 2011-2012 SU Catalog is here.................and so am I :-)

2011-07-01T17:42:00.000-04:00

Thanks to a customer I have survived another year with Stampin' Up! Something MUST be in store for me that I keep trudging on :-)
While my Stampin' Up! life has been slow I personally have been quite busy. I'm wrapping things up with my eCDA course & hope to submit all my information in the fall. I will also be working more come September at the preschool :-) I will no longer be president of the PTA there so I'm hoping I can use that "free" time for Stampin' Up!

I haven't received my new catalog or even looked at the online version yet but I'm sure there are LOTZ of great things in there. You can view it here in addition to the summer mini which is available until August 31, 2011. Something that's new, hostess benefits! We now have hostess dollars which can be used to buy hostess exclusive products or you can pick merchandise from the catalog! You can even pick items for 50% off!
So if something catches your eye & you JUST GOTTA HAVE IT you can click here & shop away or contact me if you'd like to get together with some friends & earn FREE products. There's sure to be something for everyone.

$99 Starter Kit and Free Project Kit Promotion

For anyone out there that would like to become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, there is a FANTASTIC deal going on. You can sign up now until July 31, 2011 for only $99. This starter kit contains over $180 in products and business supplies--including new products from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog!

Plus, when you join in July, you will get a Christmas Keepsake project kit absolutely FREE--a $40 value! This exclusive kit contains everything you need to create a beautiful Christmas Keepsake Box to hold your most treasured Christmas memories. Contact me for more information.

I know I flooded you with a lot of information today but hey, it's summer & you should have nothing but time ;-)

Looking forward to creating some new projects in the year 2011-2012.
Until then I wish you all a very Happy, Fun & Safe Holiday Weekend!!!!

Tootles ;-)

Last Chance Lists are Here

2011-06-13T11:13:00.000-04:00

Dates: June 1-30, 2011 (select items while supplies last)

Details
It's time to say goodbye! Hundreds of products from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog and Definitely Decorative brochures are retiring, and now is the time for you to get them before they're gone.
Contact me or order right on my website.

I've been Missing but I've been in Action

2011-02-24T17:17:00.001-05:00

Hello out there, sorry I have been away for months. One thing about my Stampin' Up! Business is that I can put in as much or as little time as I want. While I haven't been busy with classes & such, I have been busy creating pages which I'll show you in a bit.

Besides the holidays keeping me busy along with my job, kids, etc. The main reason I've been away is I've become a student again, YIKES! My job has become part of this Quality Stars Program & they along with Chase Bank awarded grants. I, along with 3 other co-workers, was picked to go for my eCDA. This is a credential that will allow me to be a head teacher in a preschool program. I'm quite excited & overwhelmed all at once. It's a lot more work than I thought, I had tried about 10 years ago to follow this path but life had other plans for me. I'm happy that my path has brought me back here. It's an online course with meeting up with my classmates once a month. The hardest part about this is putting together a portfolio. It's a lot of work but will be so worth it in the end!

Now on to some crafts. Like I said I haven't had my classes but I have been busy scrappin' which is why I became a demonstrator in the first place. Me & a group of orphaned demonstrators (that means either our direct uplines are no longer active or live far away) we try to meet once a month & share ideas. I don't have too many to share these days but I LOVE seeing them :-)
When we get together we would make a project & swap cards. Over the summer we decided to change things up a bit. We decided to create scrapbook pages, however there's a twist. Each of us creates 4 of something; the title, the embellishments, the journaling block, the background page & or a border. We come up with a color combination & theme for our page the night we meet. Then when we get together the next month & put our page together. It is so much fun & the out come is a way better page than I would have come up with if I had to create the whole page ;-)
Now I'll share the pages we created. I'm happy to say that I am almost done with my 2010 scrapbook. But I have Debra's preschool album to finish & I have to start Andi's preschool album, not to mention make our Disney one. Just when you think u catch up, BAM.
So I will leave you all with my creations.
Thanks for taking the time to stop over & take a look. Hope to "see" ya'll soon ;-)
If you would like to see all my scrapbook pages you can view them on my facebook page

Page one

Page two

Page three

Page four

Page five, this one is my "flip" page. The title is so pretty & I wanted to use it but with all the other elements it was too much. So I chose my favorite layout using the flip. I take so many pictures & feel I need them all :-)

Here is what's underneath the flip

I felt this one had too many elements also & wanted to use them all. I purchased these portfolio page protectors at a crop i attended. The middle page wasn't part of the swap I added that. below you'll see how it is in my book.

First page of my 2010 album

here are the other two pages the flap open to the right.

Online Spectacular

2010-11-22T19:43:00.000-05:00

Now through November 30, 2010 you can save up to 50% on select products and get FREE SHIPPING with an order of $150 or more!

If you'd like to take advantage of this FANTASTIC offer just click here or email me.

Wishing you & yours a VERY Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

10 yr old birthday party

2010-06-08T17:19:00.000-04:00

I had donated a basket of goodies & a free class to a friend's school for a fundraiser. The winner was SO thrilled & decided to use her FREE class for her daughter's birthday party. Since we want to encourage the youth of today to read they'll be making their own book mark & an 8x10 layout because what girl doesn't want to have pictures of her & her friends hanging in her room!
The sample shown here is 81/2 x 11 so that I can then add it to a 12x12 piece of card stock for my Disney album. How cool is it that my job allows me to create a page for my own scrapbook! Can you say that about your job? Want to learn more? click on the "join my team" link to the right to learn more. If you'd like to have your own class or a class for your child's upcoming birthday then email me & we can work something out.

These projects use Rich Razzleberry 1/2" polka-dot grosgrain ribbon, Cottage Wall DSP, Orchid Opulence cards stock (which are all retiring), Old Olive card stock, Stampin' Up! Backgrounds I Texturz Plate, Embosslits Beautiful Wings Die, Big Shot machine, Ticket Punch, Old Olive classic ink and Phrase Starters II stamp set (retired).

Thanx for stopping by :-)

Last Chance Lists are here!!!

2010-06-01T15:41:00.001-04:00

Now through June 30, 2010 get your last chance products before they're gone for good! You can purchase right from my online store or send me an email. Below you will find the links for each list as well as sale items.

Last Chance Stamp Set List

Last Chance Definitely Decorative List

Last Chance Accessories List

*Products available while supplies last

April's Specials & Promotions

2010-04-10T10:54:00.008-04:00

Want to be one of the first to own a stamp set from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog? From April 1-30 only, you can buy the brand-new Awash with Flowers Two-Step Stampin' set—or get it FREE when you host a $350 workshop!

Item	Description	Price
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)	$39.95
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)	$27.95

Plus, get 20% off a selection of spring-themed Two-Step Stampin' sets -- no additional purchase necessary!

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
113824	94	Greenhouse Garden	$25.95	$20.76
113734	98	Fifth Avenue Floral	$24.95	$19.96
111578	101	Flower Fancy	$36.95	$29.56
113258	112	Trendy Trees	$17.95	$14.36

This offer only lasts until April 30, so call me (914)471-2881 or email me to book your workshop today!
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Thinking of joining the Stampin' Up! Family?

Now would be a GREAT time to join!

Special Offer Dates: April 1-May 31, 2010 (or while supplies last)
Special Offer Details
From April 1-May 31, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator and receive two FREE technique DVDs.

Free Technique DVD Details

	Item	Description	Retail Value
	118082	Workshop Wow DVD 2008-2009 (140 min.) Includes 19 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques.	$24.95
	113106	Workshop Wow 2007-2008 DVD (117 min.) Includes 18 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques for use in preparing for workshops.	$17.47
Total Value		Over 250 minutes of stamping and paper crafting ideas!	$42.42

*DVDs are in English only

contact me today if you'd like to join my Stampin' Up! family

Happy Spring!

What's exciting & NEW with Stampin' Up!???

2010-04-08T20:38:00.002-04:00

Stampin' Up! has just announced their plans for a color renovation in the upcoming 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog! This is the second color change I've experienced since I joined in 2003. It took some getting used to but the out come was great & I know this one will be too! I played around a bit with some of the new color combinations & they are FABOO (my new word, LOL), I really think you guys are going to love them!

Here's what to expect:

10 In Colors are returning to be part of our new color collection
5 NEW colors will be added
5 NEW In Colors will be released July 1, 2010 & will stick around for 2years!! Then, in July of 2011, 5 more In Colors will be released making it a total of 10 additional In Colors available at all times.
So in a nut shell 40 Core Colors & 10 In Colors will make up our NEW Color Collection which are now called Brights, Neutrals, Regals & Subtles.

You'll want to take a look below to see if any of your favorites didn't make the cut & stock up before they're gone. Once June 30th is here they will no longer be available. I will be selling my inventory but not until July1 as it's a big NO NO to sell current items. You may contact me to see what I have & I will hold it for you until then.

click here to download the Fond Farewell Flyer

click here to download the New Color Collections flyer

A few Projects

2010-03-29T22:04:00.000-04:00

OK so a few weeks ago I told you I had a project done. I can now post it b/c my daughter wanted to give it to him early (his birthday is 4/6). Below is the picture of his gift which happens to be the project for my upcoming class on Wednesday, April 28th @ 7pm . It will make a GREAT mother's day gift!! The paper used will vary, if you'd like to attend email me.

Here are the projects I made for my occasions/sab mini workshop, a gift bag & bookmark, which we all decided to use as mirror flare instead :-) GREAT IDEA, although I guess we're not much for reading these days lol

this was julie's the one on the left is great but she felt it needed a little something so bam, a little saying makes it complete!

here are Korey's on the left & Toni's on the right, such talent

here are Amanda's creations, her book mark has a certain kind of look, can you guess from what???

Thanks for stopping by hope you enjoyed looking and don't forget if you'd like to attend my upcoming events send me an email

My Stampin' Up! Blog & My Upcoming Events

2010-03-14T14:22:00.000-04:00

Stampin' Up has added a new feature for demonstrators, a blog. I'm not sure how this will work out having two blogs but it's worth a shot. I'm going to create a quick tab for you to access easily, but for now just click here. My Stampin' Up! blog is actually located on my Stampin' Up! website so if you frequent that, that blog might be your "go too" for everything.

I'll be back soon with some photos of my latest project which will be my April Class, it's a gift for my brother so I can't post it just yet.

Here are some dates to keep in mind;
***Wednesday, March 24 Occasions Mini & Sale-A-Bration Open House Workshop ~ FREE event
Come make cute projects showcasing products from these catalogs. For every $50 order you will receive FREE products from the sale-a-bration catalog & limited items from the idea book & catalog.
***11am-3pm or 7pm-11pm
***My House
***Please RSVP so I have enough supplies cut

***Wednesday, April 14 Scrappin' with TLC Open Scrap Nite ~ $20 sitting Fee
Come work on your scrapbook or anything else with the company of friends. Bring your own supplies and/or use mine.
1. place a $25-$74.99 order THAT NIGHT, sitting fee is $15
2. place a $75 order or more THAT NIGHT, sitting fee is waived
please bring your own adhesives & cutting supplies
***7pm-12am
***My House
***Please RSVP space is limited

***Wednesday, April 28 Craftin' with TLC Flip n' Fold Brag Album ~ $25 class fee

Come make the cutest brag book ever! It will make a great mother's day gift to add photo's of their darling grandchildren, or give it to anyone else who want's to show off their family.
***7pm-12am
***My House
***Please RSVP so I have enough supplies cut

Check back soon & thanx for stoppin' by :-)

Winter Wonderlude!

2010-02-26T16:35:00.002-05:00

Today was the perfect day to post this. It's been snowing since late last night & I was able to take pictures of all the fabulous things from my weekend getaway & my YIAD card class. First I'll show you what we made at our INKredible Impressions Winter Wonderlude event. It was SO great to get away for a few days & see my friends & not have to worry about anyone but ME. I know that sounds selfish but hey I take care of my family on a daily basis & don't I deserve a little break? I'm so LUCKY my husband is the MAN that he is. Now on to the projects.

Here are the Make n' Takes. We used the On Board Heart Book & Sweet Pea DSP which are in the Occasions Mini on pgs33-34 & The Chalkboard Decor Elements for the mini chalkboard. The pin was made with fabric & the Stampin' Up! Flower Folds bigz xl die . Man it's AMAZING to me how much you can make using our products. We truly sell just about everything for all types of crafters!

On Saturday night we had a shoebox swap. That's where you cut & have all the supplies for each attendee to make your project. I so love this type of event b/c we get to be the "student" for a change. It's a great way for me to learn new techniques too. Here are most of the projects made, a few still need to be assembled b/c it's ALWAYS a late night & by the time you have 4 projects left you're so beat you can't go on, or you persuade your friends to make some for you ;-) After all they're just sitting around waiting for you to make their card, so why not keep them busy?

This was my card. I thought it was too cute & just had to have the gals make one.

The group of gals that are in my sideline are the MOST giving, generous & kind woman I think I've EVER met. Not too many were swapping, but those that did just gave me their swaps. I tell ya, could I ask for better friends??? Here are the cards I received, talk about talent!

This is the inside of the card that's on the bottom right.

My BFF in stampin' up! or should I say my side-kick Stef demo'd these flowers. I of course was NOT payng attention but will most likely learn it at our next side line mtg.

Now that I've shared the projects I'll share my friends.

Convention '08 gals reunited & all the ladies who helped make this event a success.

Pam Morgan a demonstrator & also an employee with Stampin' Up! came all the way out here from Utah to spend the weekend with us & share some great ideas with us. Stef & I volunteered to do a little demonstration on how classes are great but workshops are BETTER!! Man was it a great motivator for me to get back into that. So if you are interested in having your own workshop, contact me

Here, Pam got some one on one with Stephanie on how to make our little heart book. Here we all are working hard at our shoebox swap!

Ok Lynn Larson was FABULOUS!! This is a small display she showed us for a craft fair. She came all the way from Vermont to be here. She also showed us all the different things you can make using our bigshot, dies & fabric.

Here we are on our last day having a nice lunch. It was a great weekend & I'm looking forward to going again in August. If not for the whole weekend maybe just for one day.

Hope you enjoyed these pictures & a little glimpse into my Stampin' Up! world.

YIAD Card Class ~ Bigshot style

Here are the cards we made at my last Craftin' with TLC card class. While I was making my samples it just so happened that I used the bigshot on all of the cards. I always try to make these beautiful cards with a WOW to make sure my customers like them. As you can see these cards are very simple & you know what, that's what they prefer. They want to make cards that they can re-create at home. They really loved the cards, as did I. It gave me the oomph to hold more card classes.

Thanx for stoppin' by & hope to see you here again soon!

Sorry I've been MIA

2010-02-08T12:37:00.000-05:00

Hello out there, man have I been away for a while or what? Sorry about that. I guess I don't realize from November until the new year how hectic I am, between 3 of our birthdays & Thanksgiving in November & then Christmas. It's hard to keep up. I'm happy to say that I've been busy scrapbooking & held a class in January. My annual YIAD (that's Year in a Day) card class will be on Wednesday, February 24th. If this is one of your favorites then you won't want to miss it, contact me so I can reserve your spot, this class fills up fast!

So now, onto the viewing. I'm posting the frame we made at my January class & a link to view all the pages I've done. I hope you enjoy & check back later this month to see the cards we'll be making, plus ALL the projects I'll have made at my weekend INKredible event. I can't wait to get away from it all for an entire weekend. Should be TONZ of fun!
Thanks for stopping by!

If you missed this class & would like to learn how to make your own contact me & we'll set something up.

12 Days of Holiday Sales!

2009-12-12T14:11:00.000-05:00

Find great deals on Big Shot dies and select Big Shot supplies—December 11-22 only! Visit my Online Store to find great deals today. You can also email me your order.
Happy Holidays!!

xoxox
Traci :-)

Online Extravaganza

2009-11-23T18:29:00.000-05:00

Get up to 50 percent off select products and product bundles. But hurry-the Online Extravaganza ends November 30 and some items are only available whle supplies last!

To see a list of all the items included in this sale and to place your order just click here or you can email me with your order.

Hope you all have a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving Day!
xoxo
Traci

Holiday Gift-Giving Guide Promotion

2009-11-02T20:40:00.000-05:00

Make Stampin' Up! your one-stop shop for all your holiday gift-giving needs. With our Gift-Giving Guide you can quickly and easily find gifts for kids, teens, neighbors, and more! Plus, get a FREE Décor Elements (up to a $16.95 value) when you spend $50 on products in the guide.

Visit my Online Store today to place your order!

Download the Gift-Giving Guide (PDF)

Accents & Elements Scrap Tin

2009-10-29T00:05:00.000-04:00

So I was supposed to have a Craftin' with TLC night but never got around to a project. However I myself did do some craftin'. Not only will I be a vendor this year but my best friend volunteered us to run our church Holiday Craft Fair this year. SO that means I need to get busy.
I found this project on splitcoast & just LOVED it. With the help of my husband (he's so wonderful) he made me see how easy it was to actually put together. You see I'm a visual step-by-step learner but have been getting pretty good at looking at just a picture & figuring it all out. This will be one of the items I'll be making to sell. Hope you enjoy & keep an eye out b/c this could be an upcoming class ;-)
Thanx 4 lookin' & Happy Craftin'

This is the Accents & Elements Tin (empty) that is available to purchase while supplies last on the clearance rack. I used the old Island Blossoms Simply Scrappin' Kit, which was a hostess item, some soft subtles & rich regals brads, stampin' dimensionals, snail & sticky strip.

As you can see I kept this VERY simple since it will be the sample one shown at the fair. You could go crazy with adding all sorts of embelishments.

There are a total of 8 inserts, 4 on each side & can hold 18 wallet sized photos.

If this is a class you & some friends would be interested in taking please contact me & we can set something up!

Final deal of the week is from October 26 through October 31

2009-10-26T13:46:00.000-04:00

Pirate Party Kit #116213 pg175 for $9.99

Princess Party Kit #116214 pg174 for $9.99

click here to shop my online store

A few invitations

2009-10-24T18:47:00.000-04:00

Here are my most recent invitations. The layouts are the same & yet they look pretty different.

Hope you enjoy & thanks for looking!

My aunt asked me to make invitation's for my nonna's 80th birthday. I whipped these up in about an hour. Not to shabby eh?

So since today was a lousy rainy day I decided to make Deb's invitations. WOW can't believe she'll be 4 next month. Time sure does fly by!!

Deal of the Week #2 through Oct 19

2009-10-14T13:52:00.000-04:00

#115961 Perfect Setting Bigz XL die $25.99

#114515 Flower Burst Embosslits die $5.99

#116760 Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die $25.49

They're BACK! Deal of the Week #1

2009-10-02T10:21:00.000-04:00

Stampin' Up! brought back "Deals of the Week". During the month of October, Stampin' Up! will offer several discounted products as "Deals of the Week". There are no limits and no minimum purchase is required. Below are the products for week #1. If you would like to place an order just send me an email or click on the shop now button above.

Item #109183 - Trio Flower Punch - Special price is $10.99

Item #110709 - My Way Punch - Special price is $11.99

Item #109041 - 5-Petal flower punch - Special price is $10.99

Be sure to check back every Monday, here are the dates

Deal #1: Thursday, October 1, 2009; 12:01 AM (MT)

Deal #2: Monday, October 12, 2009; 10:00 AM (MT)
Deal #3: Monday, October 19, 2009; 10:00 AM (MT)
Deal #4: Monday, October 26, 2009; 10:00 AM (MT)

Until Next Time
Happy Craftin'

First Day of School ~ 8x8 Chipboard Album

2009-09-11T18:03:00.001-04:00

Hello out there, I hope this post finds you welcoming the fall like weather with great joy! I don't know about you but I LOVE the fall. I know it's technically not fall until Sept. 21 but it sure feels like it. Now that my daughter is in school I truly can remember what it was like growing up. Weird how those memories come to the surface once we have children. So I'd like to share a few photos of Deb on her first day of preschool (she's in the 4's class this yr) WOW!

For all u mom's out there to girls, Hannah Montanna seems to be the "new" thing for the 4yr old. All I have to say is, it's a good thing I like her music!! She picked out her outfit, right down to her princess socks (at least she hasn't "grown-up" that fast).

OK, so this seems to ber her new "pose" for pictures. Gotta luv it

Ah there's my little peanut. When u stand back she looks so little. God I love this Kid!

Now onto some "craftin" :-)

I made this album at one of my INKredible events a few years ago. It's been sitting on display ever since. It's our 8x8 on board chipboard album & I just love them. You can create the entire look & feel you want your album to have. So I figured since I ordered like 1,000 pictures (the online site I use had FREE shipping) I needed a home for the many pictures that just couldn't go into the scrapbooks. I tell ya I have to either A, stop taking so many gr8 shots B, stop ordering the pictures or C, add them to the projects I've made. So I did just that, I hope you enjoy viewing them. To see the entire book click here.

Until next time
Happy Craftin'

All About Andi

2009-08-28T18:17:00.007-04:00

So my little one turned 2 this past week. Not only did I FINALLY finish her 1yr album I made her a cute cake & her name plate for her room.

I must have bought the paint colors about a year ago hoping Stampin' Up! would come out with dsp to match. Well wouldn't u just know it, they did & it's called cottage wall. I just LOVE it!!

Minnie Mouse Invitation & Cake

My girls Debra & Andi ~ Hubster, Andi & Me

SO excited for her gifts ~ Deb showing her the Tinkerbell earrings

Hope you enjoyed today's post. Oh here is the one I made for Deb almost 2 years ago.

Michelle's annual summer class

2009-08-14T10:19:00.005-04:00

For the past two year's Michelle likes to get her friends together & have a class. It's a great way to see those she doesn't very often, me too as I they have all become such dear friends of mine. I also look forward to this b/c she keeps me on my toes for ideas. We always make a scrapbook page, card & anything BUT. So here they are, hope you enjoy. If this is something you'd like to do, well then contact me & we'll set something up.

Happy B-day 2 pg 12x12 layout

I found this sample on splitcoast & knew it would be perfect for the class. It uses 2 sheets of whisper white 12x12 card stock & the Happy B-day simply scrappin' kit (SSK). No stamps 7 EASY to make!!

Happy B-day Card

This card came right out of the catalog, see how simple that was? I find it so hard to come up with ideas that I regularly find something & either copy it exactly of change something, in this case I used the ice circle rhinestone brads instead of the button. This card again uses whisper white card stock for the base & the happy b-day SSK.

Desktop 2010 Mini-Calendar

I again visited splitcoast & found some various samples for this project & this is what I ended up making. I used the big shot & the top note die (my favorite die, so versatile). The designer paper was a level 1 hostess benefit from last year's catalog Prints Pack II. Some grosgrain ribbon, lg oval & scallop oval punches, adhesive & dimensional & voila a cute little calendar. If I decide to do the craft fair again I am DEFINITELY making these!!!

Well I hope you liked what you saw today & don't forget to contact me if you'd like to have your own class.

2009-08-04T17:25:00.005-04:00

Last Thursday I had my new catalog open house. It was an evening of creating & browsing through the catalog. Along with chatting & laughter with some great friends. I usually like to you to make 3 projects; a card, a scrapbook page & a 3-d item, so here they are. If you would like more information please feel free to contact me.

Celebrate..... Card

Card stock: Melon Mambo, Basic Grey & Naturals White
Classic Ink: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Elegant Eggplant & Going Grey
Stamp Sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, Celebrate Everything
Accessories: Clips Assortment
Adhesives: Snail Adhesive

Just For You...Box

Card stock: Bermuda Bay, Regal Rose & Whisper White
Classic Ink: Regal Rose
Stamp Sets: Oval All
Accessories: Regal Rose 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Big Shot, Box #2 Bigz XL Die, Lg Oval & Scallop Oval Punches
Adhesives: Stampin' Dimensionals & Mini Glue Dots

Summer Fun......Scrapbook Page (they made the right layout)

Card stock: Always Artichoke, Rich Razzleberry & Whisper White

Classic Ink: Melon Mambo & Rich Razzleberry

Stamp Sets: Taffy #'s, Doodle Fun alphabet (ret), Season by Season (ret)

Accessories: Orchard Ribbon Originals, Pretties Kit, Convex Sq punch (ret) 3/4" sq punch (ret)

Adhesives: Snail Adhesive, Mini Glue Dots & Stampin' Dimensionals

Until Next Time~Happy Stampin'

Summer Fun Deal of the Week #5

2009-07-27T12:42:00.002-04:00

You're going to LOVE our Heart to Heart punch, especially July 27-31 when it's just $10.99—that's more than 30% off the regular price of $15.95!

click here & select "shop now" to purchase

Designs by TLC

2009-07-27T11:58:00.005-04:00

So I had my first official Designs by TLC project. My godmother called and asked if I would make her girlfriends bridal shower & wedding invitations. Of course I said YES YES YES!!!!

I was all gung ho & excited until I got the colors, lavender & salmon pink. The closest colors we have to those are our lavender lace & cameo coral which are very pretty but not so elegant for a bridal shower or wedding. So I took it upon myself, with asking the bride-to-be of course, if she wouldn't mind vanilla & chocolate. Once she agreed I knew JUST what to do. I broke out the Big Shot & got started. Here are the bridal shower invites & thank you cards. I incorporated her colors in those. Oh did I mention that we no longer sell vanilla note card sized envelopes? So those were copied, cut & assembled....I can't take credit for those though, my friend Amanda helped with them, along with helping me design the wedding invitations.

Card Stock: Pale Plum, Very Vanilla & Chocolate Chip

Classic Ink: Pale Plum, Lavender Lace, Cameo Coral & Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Ivory Wide Organdy Ribbon (discontinued), Big Shot, Top Note Bigz Die & Manhattan Flower Textured Impression Embossing Folder

Stamp Sets: Manhattan Flower & Wonderful Words (retired)

Adhesives: Snail Adhesive

Here are the wedding invitations & thank you cards, I again incorporated her colors in these. The invitation itself is the envelope. I liked the square b/c I think it's elegant for a wedding but we no longer sell the envelopes so that is what we came up with.

Card Stock: Pale Plum, Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip & Vellum
Classic Ink: Pale Plum, Lavender Lace, Cameo Coral & Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Big Shot & Background 1 Texturz Plate, Eyelet border punch, Sponge

Stamp Sets: Thoughts & Prayers & Sincere Salutations

Adhesives: mini glue dots & snail adhesive

If you or anyone you know is looking for custom handmade invitations please feel free to contact me.

Until next time

Happy Stampin'

Summer Fun Deal of the Week #4

2009-07-21T19:17:00.004-04:00

Offer good July 20th 10am (MT) - July 27th 9:50am (MT)

click here & select "shop now" to purchase

10 yr Wedding Anniversary ~ Luau Style

2009-07-14T21:07:00.001-04:00

My girlfriend wanted to make her sister's invitations for her 10yr anniversary & LUCKY me she asked for my assistance. After quite a few different looks we decided on these 2 layouts. Hope u like & thanx 4 lookin'

Until next time, Happy Stampin'

Summer Fun Deal of the Week #3

2009-07-13T15:04:00.008-04:00

I know you're probably wondering where or what hapened to weeks 1-2, WELL i was having issues with my computer so I was unable to update my blog. I'm happy to say that for the most part I am getting along smoothly. I also apologize if you missed the other 2 specials :-(

So on that note starting July 13th (10am MT) through July 20th (9:50am MT)
Add sparkle to your projects with our Square Fire Rhinestone brads for just $6.99 - over 30% off the regular price of $10.95

Check back next Monday for Deal #4
Until then, Happy Stampin'

A New Look!

2009-07-13T15:02:00.002-04:00

Hi out there, so I found this cute website that allows me to "dress up" my blog. I hope you like the NEW look of Craftin' with TLC. If there is anything I can do to make it flow better PLEASE let me know. TIA

I Got My Groove Back!

2009-06-15T19:25:00.008-04:00

So I had an open scrapnite/class on the 11th. It was the first time I combined both my events. I had noticed a decrease in my class events so I decided to try something new. I think it went fairly well, even though only 3 of the ladies made the projects they were able to do it at their leisure. They had the option of making a set of 4 money holder cards or a Gift card & Drink Packet or both.

I even got to get some of my scrapbooking done. I'm happy to say I only have 5 more pages to do in Andi's first year book (she'll be 2 in August). So here are the pages I completed, I have my journaling & a few accessories to add but at least they are done.

I also made these cute bookmarks for a customer who wanted to give her PTA staff a little gift. This was her last year as PTA President, I think they came out cute. She laminated them so they would hold up.

Hope you enjoyed this latest post, until next time.....Happy Stamping!

I've been having some "blogger" issues lately which is why I haven't updated in a bit.

End of the Year Gifts

2009-06-05T14:25:00.003-04:00

I can't believe that Debra finished her first year of Pre-School. It really seems like only yesterday I was sending her off.
I decided to make the director & her teacher's a little something. The whole class chipped in but I wanted to give something to them b/c the were all SO wonderful!

Here is an 8x10 frame I made for the director. I had found a similar sample & decided to re-vamp it. It uses quite a bit of or products; Pretties Kit, Flower Fusion Too, Home Decor & the Big Shot. Want to make one? Contact me & we can set something up!

I attempted a new way for these coasters, I used our rub-ons. I think they came out very nice. I did spray them to seal. I'm pretty sure they will be "sweat" resistant but if they get scratched the image might come off. These were for the head teacher & her aide's. They all say "Thank You" on them & personalized on the back.

Here are the bags I put them in. Really simple.

The entire class chipped in & we gave them cash so I made these money card holders for them.

If there is anything here you'd like to learn more about just contact me, maybe you could have a class with your friends :-)

Until next time, Happy Stampin'

Spring Fling projects Oh My!

2009-04-20T16:18:00.014-04:00

Hello out there, first let me start by saying this is going to be a LONG post b/c I have MUCH to share.
On Saturday I spent the day in New Jersey with my fellow INKsisters. Tina has a bi-annual event for us & this one was Spring Fling. It was a great day spent with old & new friends. But the best part was making what I'm about to show you. I think this will make up for me being away for so long, well I hope anyway.

Mrs. Rodgers Neighborhood

These are the ladies who keep me going creatively

Clockwise from top left Stephanie, Kelly, Me, Patti & Sue. Stef is the "leader" of the pack. She was so kind to take us all in & hold our monthly downline meetings at her house. We all have been orphaned (except Sue bottom left, she's Stef's direct downline) so it's gr8 to get together & create. Sue lives in Pennsylvania & Patti just moved to NC so we only get to see them at these events. And Kelly she is very talented (not that the other ladies aren't) & you'll see with one of the projects below.

Project #1
This has to be my absolute favorite project we've made at one of these events. Tina gave us the website where these frames were purchased so can you say, UPCOMING CLASS!!!! It uses the big shot, beautiful butterflies dies, decor elements, some DSP (designer series paper), ribbon & hemp twine. So simple to make.

Project #2

Wait until you see what this box does......

How cool is this? Now look at what's kept inside...

Birthday/Anniversary Calendar

Cards, Note cards & tags

Wouldn't this make a great mother's day, teacher or birthday gift?

Project #3

This card was designed by Kelly (pictured above). I wasn't too thrilled about it b/c it was the first time I used our NEW POP-UP die & my cake doesn't look too great. But it has grown on me & how fun, now you can make pop-up cards for those kiddies or "grown-up" kids. This dies is currently not available so you'll just have to wait......

My Swap
I haven't swapped in a LONG time but I needed to replenish my cards. This is the card I made (20 card fronts) and I received 20 different ones back. Don't worry I didn't post them all. You'll have to wait & see them in person ;-)

WOW Swaps!!
Here is my WOW swap. What's a WOW swap, well it's a project that makes you go WOW when you see it. I came across this project on splitcoast & decided to make one. It's a pouch made out of a 12x12 sheet of DSP, and it holds 4 cards & envelopes. TOO CUTE don't you think?

This was the first time I participated & let me tell you, it won't be my last. These ladies are SO amazing & talented. So sit back, & scroll down to see some FAB projects.

"Double Magazine Holder", Recipe/Card organizer, Single "Magazine" Holder

How cute, a great way to organize your cards/recipes

Left Picture~ Here we have another box to hold cards (back left) A Cute basket that can make a cute centerpiece filled with what else, CHOCOLATE, a girls best friend ;-) & I'm not quite sure what I'm supposed to do with the thing that has my initial on it but opened up it is TOO cute. It was too difficult to hold open & take a picture of, sorry.

Right Picture ~ Glass etched votive holder & a Tic-Tac-Tote, players anyone????

Here is a close up b/c it's too pretty, can you see the butterfly OK?

Card & Accessory Purse Box

This one was made by my friend Laura & has to be my FAVORITE. I just may attempt to make one. This particular one is empty but it holds cards & envelopes on the inside & then in these outer pockets you can store pens, a little note pad & yup, more chocolate (at least that's what I saw in a sample)

Treat Boxes

These boxes were made using the big shot & our box dies. You can't tell in this picture but the yellow matchbook is "embossed" using our new textured impressions die. These boxes make GREAT favors for any occasion. All you have to do is change the colors & voila you have an any occasion favor.

Well I hope you liked looking at all the WONDERFUL things you can make with paper, stamps & more. If you liked anything in particular & would like to learn more just email me & we can set up a class/workshop with you & your friends!!

Until next time

xoxo

I know I've been MIA

2009-04-07T16:21:00.002-04:00

Hello out there, sorry I haven't updated or added new projects, I have been a bit busy but I have lotz to share. I have my open scrap nite tomorrow so hopefully I'll get to update you later on this week.
Until then happy stampin' & scrappin'
xoxo

YIAD Card Class, Shoebox Swap Style

2009-02-26T21:06:00.014-05:00

I had this post sitting & never got around to posting it, so sorry!

Last week I held my annual Year in a Day (YIAD) card class, but this year I changed it up a bit (thanx Kir), I offered it as a shoebox swap. I used to attend these a lot with my sideline. The way these work is everyone brings a card plus all the paper cut up & ready for all to make. Then you just have fun & make away. It was a GREAT nite spent with some wonderful ladies I am happy to call friends, doing something I love! I was happy they all took on the challenge of coming up with their own card. I hope it helped them feel that they can do this. They all did a great job.

Here are the cards;

This was one of my cards. I came across this great tutorial on YouTube & new I just had to make it. It looks difficult doesn't it? Well it was a BREEZE. I used Stampin' Up!'s exclusive Pennant Bigz XL Die with the Big Shot to cut the Raspberry Tart DSP. I then glued them together on the rose red cs making a "pocket". I also wrapped the Whisper White 5/8" Organza Ribbon around the pennants. Then I stamped the flowers in cameo coral & old olive classic ink using the it's a loop thing stamp set (level 3 hostess bundle), glued the whisper white onto old olive. Next I stamped "thanks so much" using so many scallops (retired) in rose red punched it out using the new scallop circle & glued it to the scallop that was punched along with the die. It needed a little something in the middle so I added the new circle designer brads. I used stampin' dimensionals to add it to the card.

Here I made a birthday card using the same items. This layout is so versatile I'm using it for our Christmas cards this year. Want to learn how to make it? Contact me & we'll set something up.

This was Anja's sympathy card (her first card class), I tried to make the
shadow effect but it didn't come out quite how I wanted it to, OH well guess I have to keep practicing.

This was Rita's card, I chose to make it a child birthday card instead of a thank you. I also have to color in the dog with the stampin' pastels, this was my last card of the night & I was too tired to color.

Here we have Michelle's child birthday card which I just LOVED so fun to make :-)

Kirsten did the female birthday & I absolutely LOVE this one, I think it's my favorite. So pretty & easy to make. LOVING the new eyelet border punch. Gonna be my next purchase.

Toni searched High & Low to find the perfect baby card, well it was a HIT.

Another first timer, Lisa, was in charge on Anniversary. She decided to make it more masculine so we could give it to our hubby's. LOVED that idea, there's even a ticket inside "good for one kiss", how stinkin' cute!

Amanda found me on the demo locator & boy am I sure glad she did! She fits right in with our group & she sure is talented!

Here is the last card, I made it. I again used the Big Shot with our exclusive textured dies, background 1. Some retired dsp, birthday stamp & ribbon complete this male birthday card. I also used the 1 3/8" & 1 1/4" sq punches.

I hope you enjoyed looking at all the cards we made & if you & your friends would like to do this, well you can. I'm just an email away!

Until next time!

2/24/09 Color Challenge

2009-02-22T17:29:00.013-05:00

So I woke up today with all intentions of cleaning my house BUT I decided to work on my color challenge & prep for this weeks class. Now I am free this week to clean while Deb is in school, lucky me huh? Now I don't have any excuses it must get done!

This weeks colors are Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango & Old Olive. When I saw these colors I knew they'd work perfectly with Debra's 3rd birthday, her theme was Nemo. Her favorite color is orange so liking him was just a bonus I guess. Hope you like it. I think separately they are good but side by side it's a lot going on. Do you like how the front page with her big picture flips up? I learned this little tip at one of my INKredible events awhile back & use it whenever I have too may pictures & want to use them all. The blank spot up top is for my journaling, notice her invitations, that too is a match :-). I feel it needs a little something at the bottom near the cake picture, any suggestions??? I also had a lot of fun using the textured plates with the big shot, LOVE this new addition to Stampin' Up!
Be sure to check out my INK sisterz to the left for more projects using these colors!

Deb's 3rd B-day layout

Stamps
Inspired by Nature

Card Stock
tangerine tango 12x12 textured, pacific blue, old olive

Ink
pacific point classic

Accessories
on board timeless type, pewter jumbo eyelets, earth elements brads, 5/8" old olive grosgrain ribbon, scallop edge punch, big shot, su baskets & blooms bigz xl die, su backgrounds 1 texturz plates

Adhesives
snail, stampin' dimensionals

Non-Stampin' Up!
nemo stickers purchased at michael's

Until next time when I post the cards from this weeks Craftin' with TLC YIAD card class :-)

2/17/09 Color Challenge

2009-02-15T17:09:00.004-05:00

Hello out there, I hope you all had a nice valentine's day. Me & Deb went to the circus with some friends, her daddy put her "big girl" bed together & then me & the hubster went out to dinner, it was a very nice day all around!

I decided to post early b/c I'm going to be pretty busy this week. But it means I may have a few other things to post later in the week & they won't be scrapbook pages, well I can't promise ;-)

So for now here is this week's color challenge; Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Old Olive & More Mustard. If you know what these colors are off the top of your head your probably questioning the outcome, but I think I did a good job, with a little help from my friend & live color coach Kirsten.
This page is from my uncle's 50th surprise party last summer. I'm almost caught up with the 2 books I'm currently working on. I hope you enjoy the page & be sure to check out my INKsisters to the left for more projects using these colors.

Surprise 50th layout

Supplies

Stamps
none

Card Stock
bashful blue 12x12 textured, pacific point 12x12, old olive, more mustard

Ink
pacific point classic ink, bashful blue craft ink

Accessories
on board timeless type, on board essentials, cutter kit, lg star & star punches, big shot, stampin' up! top note bigz die, basic black stampin' write marker

Adhesives
snail, glue stick, stampin' dimensionals

Until next time :-)

2/10/09 Color Challenge

2009-02-07T12:20:00.008-05:00

This weeks colors are Riding Hood Red & Pink Pirouette, both are this years In Colors which are available until the end of July. I was browsing through my fellow satmpin' sisters blogs & came across this layout & liked it so I decided to use it for this page, thanx Pam. These pictures are from convetion. I've been a demo for 5yrs & walked across the stage with my fellow sisters. It was a great day!

Celebrate '08 SU Convention Layout

I'm so proud that I didn't add any other colors. I also decided not to alter the chipboard & keep it au natural. Just another way to use our chipboard. I did add the dsp to the tag & sanded down the edges.

Supplies:
Stamps
none

Card stock
pink pirouette 12x12, raspberry tart dsp

Ink
none

Accessories
on board timeless type, on board accents (retired) chipboard, fire rhinestone circle brads, basic black stampin' write marker

Adhesive
snail adhesive, glue stick

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50th b-day layout

Here is another page I did for my S-I-L 50th surprise party (we had a busy 2008). I decided to use one of the layouts from the YIAD kit I sent away for last year.

Until next time :-)

More Scrapbook Pages

2009-02-02T13:15:00.009-05:00

So as I'm getting ready to post this I'm wondering, are you sick of my scrapbook pages yet? I hope not b/c that is what I'm in the mood to create. I am creatively challenged and this is what i do better.
For the past 2 years I have been sending away for YIAD scrapbook kits my sidelines put together for their fellow demonstrators. I am fortunate that the pictures I take work pretty well with the layout/colors of the kits. Here are 2 more pages I created this past weekend using 2 layouts from last years kit. I do tend to change it up a bit to work with my MANY pictures I take. I've gotten better at not using as many pictures but it's VERY hard for me.
I hope you like :-) TFL

Mother's day/Father's Day Layout

Supplies

Stamps

all holidays, fresh cuts, celebrate everything, everyday flexible phrases (retired)

Cardstock

basic grey 12x12, so saffron 12x12, very vanilla

Inks

going grey, so saffron classic ink

Accessories

1/16" handheld punch, silver brads, basic grey taffeta ribbon

Adhesives

snail

4th of July Layout

Supplies

Stamps
swirling stars jumbo wheel (retired), stars & swirls (retired)

Cardstock
ruby red 12x12, night of navy 12x12, whisper white, so saffron

Inks
basic black jumbo cartridge, ruby red, so saffron, night of navy

Accessories
chipboard (sorry don't know where the lg star is from), star punch, sm star punch

Adhesives
snail, mini glue dots, stampin' dimensionals

Until next time :-)

2/2/09 Color Challenge

2009-02-02T11:09:00.003-05:00

Well I've been a happy stamper b/c not only have I made some progress on Andi's 1st yr album, I'm also working on our family scrapbook from last year. I really couldn't do ANY of it with out my WONDERFUL husband. I did get yelled at though b/c I was scrappin' just about all weekend but it's not like he had to watch the kiddies, they were out so I took advantage, wouldn't you? ;-)
Anywho since Colleen gave us all the colors for the year I worked on this page last week so I'm ahead of the game. I should also give a BIG thanx to her b/c she is why I'm scrappin'. I'm doing a "double whamy" so to speak so thank you Colleen! :-)

The colors for this week are Rose Red, Pretty in Pink & Close to Cocoa. They worked well YET again for my next layout/photos. Here's my page

Supplies:

Stamps

embrace life, letterpress alpha (retired), & whimsical lower (retired)

Card stock

close 2 cocoa 12x12 textured, rose red 12x12 textured, whisper white, & flowers for you dsp (retired)

Ink

rose red, pretty in pink & close 2 cocoa classic inks

Accessories

ticket corner punch, 1/16" handheld punch, pretty in pink taffeta ribbon, soft subtles brads (retired), blender pen

Adhesive

snail adhesive, stampin' dimensionals

Until next time :-)

Color Challenge

2009-01-28T22:33:00.005-05:00

So I decided to kill 2 birds with one stone today. Work on Andi's 1st year book PLUS incorporate this weeks color challenge I sometime partake in with my INK sisters. This weeks colors are Pink Pirouette & Basic Grey. It was quite difficult with only these 2 colors which is why I added the naturals white, not sure if that was OK with my INK sister Colleen ;-), hopefully she'll let it slide along w/the non-SU accessories, sorry I don't have an easter set, gotta purchase that ADORABLE a good egg set :-)
I don't LOVE the page but am happy with it. Hey I'm just happy I was able to make the darn page. I actually did it while Drew was making dinner & the girls were singing & dancing to Mamma Mia. See ANYTIME is a GOOD time to scrap :-)
So with having said that, why don't you take some time for yourself & take part in this color challenge, send me a picture & I'll post it on my blog.
Keep in mind it doesn't have to be a scrapbook page it can be ANY thing using those colors.

Supplies:
Stamps
upsy daisy & eastern blooms
Card stock
basic grey 12x12, pink pirouette, & naturals white 12x12
Ink
pink pirouette classic ink
Accessories
3/16" corner rounder, sm corner rounder (retired), 5 petal flower & scallop circle punches
sponge daubers, button bouquet, cutter kit, big shot, top note bigz die, & basic black stampin' write marker
Adhesives
snail adhesive, stampin' dimensionals, mini glue dots

until next time :-)

Another Scrapbook Page

2009-01-26T11:27:00.006-05:00

I was able to get another page done for Andi's First Year Book. I am quite happy with how it turned out, not to mention I didn't COPY this layout for a change. I gave myself a pat on the back for that :-) Aren't you all so proud? Thanx :-)

Supplies:
Paper
pretty in pink 12x12 textured
rose red & regal rose cardstock
patterned paper is from rojay's party store i think
Accessories
ribbon originals ~ flower fusion too, button bouquet, fire and ice circle rhinestone brads, fairy tale (discontinued), pink gingham ribbon (discontinued), tickey corner punch, snail adhesive, mini glue dots & stampin' dimensionals
Tinkerbell accessories purchased at Michael's crafts

Until next time :-)

Scrapbook Pages

2009-01-22T22:22:00.008-05:00

I had my open scrap nite last night & let me tell ya, we felt like fish out of water. We haven't gotten together since November, I know it's only 2 months but in a scrappers world it's like a year. This is one hobby that while it's just like riding a bike, you still need the training wheels. I don't know what MY problem was last night but I just wasn't "feelin" it. I mostly enjoyed chattin' & catchin' up with my girls. I only completed 1 two-page spread & completed the other one today. I actaully am quite happy with how they turned out considering.
Here you go & I hope you enjoy!

Supplies:
CardStock
regal rose 12x12 textured, whisper white 12x12, bashful blue & gable green
Classic Stampin' Pads
regal rose, gable green, brocade blue & lovely lilac
Stamp Sets
priceless, doodle alphabet (2007 spring mini) & letterpress alphabet (retired)
Accessories
ribbon originals~fairy tale (discontinued), paper crimmper, stampin' dimensionals & sticky strip
tinkerbell accessories (craft stores)

Supplies:
CardStock
pink pirouetee 12x12 textured (08-09 incolors), wild wasabi 12x12 textured (07-08 incolors), soft sky 12x12 textured (07-08 incolors) & whisper white
Classic Stampin' Pads
pink pirouette, wild wasabi, baja breeze (08-09 incolors), apricot appeal, close 2 cocoa & basic black
Stamp Sets
doodle alphabet (2007 spring mini), taffy #'s, short order #'s, a new little someone (retired) & nursery necessities
Accessories
water color pencils, blender pen, ribbon originals~fairy tale (discontinued), clear buttons, linen thread, pink gingham ribbon (discontinued), mini glue dots, stampin' dimensionals & sticky strip

Until next time
xoxo

The Spring/Summer 2009 IB&C is HERE!!!!

2009-01-20T19:57:00.005-05:00

Well if you have been waiting, then wait no more. You can now get your own copy of the SS 2009 IB&C & purchase those items. To view the catalog just click on the link to the left under SU catalogs or if you want to shop now just click on the link above (24/7) & you'll be directed to my SU website.

There are some great new products from corduroy buttons to crocheted flowers to NEW EXCLUSIVE dies for our Big Shot plus all the new stamp sets. I hope you enjoy the new catty.

Until next time

xoxo

Some Great things Going on!

2009-01-06T14:01:00.011-05:00

Hello all & Happy New Year! I'm sorry I never finished my 12 days project posts. This holiday season was a bit hectic for my liking this year. I am just starting to unwind from all of it, although we still have a few family members to meet up with this week then all should be calm again.

So I wanted to share some things that are going on in the Stampin' Up! World.
First the retired accessories list has been posted & you can view it Here. These items will be available while supplies last or through January 18, whichever comes first.

Second, get retired, retiring, and current products up to 50% off regular price!
Check out the Inventory Blowout Sale! going on until January 18th while supplies last.

If there are any retiring stamp sets you'd like to get or haven't seen what's retiring you can view it Alphabetically Here or Numerically Here.

Finally from now until January 30, 2009 get ready for Valentine's Day with the exclusive Love You Much Bundle (item 115405). All these items will be available in the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog beginning January 19, 2009. BUT if you purchase this bundle you save 20%.

The Love You Much Bundle includes the following:
Love You Much stamp set
Candy Lane Designer Series paper (Close to Cocoa, Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla)
Heart To Heart punch

If you would like to purchase anything that I have mentioned today just click here to be brought to Stampin' Up's! online store.

Until next time Happy Stampin' with TLC ;-)

12 Days of Christmas ~ Days 8 & 9

2008-12-17T09:51:00.008-05:00

Day 8~ Note Cards & Envelopes

Need to make a card for a teacher, friend or someone else on your list? Or do you want to give an inexpensive gift to them? Well these are cute, quick & easy.
All of these cards are made with our Pun Fun (left) & Owl Together Now (right) Stamp Sets.

Day 9 ~ Peppermint Patty Treat Boxes

How cute are these? Here is a great holiday project perfect for holding any little candy or treat. There are several designs to this project, so it can be used for a variety of other occasions as well.

Stamps:

Spotlight On Christmas - 111694

Best Yet (Hostess Level 1 - 111604)
Paper:

Real Red 8 ½ x 11 - 102482

Old Olive 8 ½ x 11 - 100702

Whisper White 8 ½ x 11 - 100730

Ink:
Stampin’ Write Marker Real Red - 100052
Stampin’ Write Marker Old Olive - 100079
Accessories:
Scalloped Circle Punch – 109043

Sticky Strip - 104294
1 3/8” Circle Punch – 104401

1 ¼” Circle Punch – 104403

1/16” Circle Handheld Punch (for tag) – 101227

Mini Glue Dots - 103683
Bone Folder - 102300
5 Petal Flower Punch – 109041

Gold Elastic Cord - 109867

transparency / acetate (for cover)

Stamps:
Spotlight On Christmas - 111694
Best Yet (Hostess Level 1 - 111604)

Paper:

Chocolate Chip 8 ½ x 11 - 102128

Very Vanilla 8 ½ x 11 – 101650

Ruby Red 8 ½ x 11 - 102030

Old Olive 8 ½ x 11 – 100702

Brushed Gold 8 ½ x 11 – 102935

Ink:
Gold Encore – 101017

Chocolate Chip Classic – 100908
Accessories:
Scalloped Circle Punch – 109043

1 3/8” Circle Punch - 104401

1 ¼” Circle Punch - 104403

1” Circle Punch - 109046

1/16” Circle Handheld Punch (for tag) - 101227

Gold Elastic Cord – 109867

Stampin’ Emboss Powder – Gold – 109129

Heat Tool - 100005

Sticky Strip – 104294
Mini Glue Dots - 103683

Bone Folder – 102300

transparency / acetate (for cover)

Stamps:

Wow Flowers – 111714
Best Yet (Hostess Level 1 - 111604)

Paper:

Whisper White 8 ½ x 11 - 100730

Brocade Blue 8 ½ x 11 – 101166

Lovely Lilac 8 ½ x 11 – 100427
Ink:

Brocade Blue Classic – 101102
Accessories:
Scalloped Circle Punch – 109043

1 ¼” Circle Punch - 104403

1 3/8” Circle Punch – 104401

1” Circle Punch - 109046
1/16” Circle Handheld Punch (for tag) – 101227

Bone Folder - 102300

Silver Elastic Cord – 109866

Rhinestone Brads Circle Ice - 109110

Sticky Strip – 104294

Mini Glue Dots – 103683

transparency / acetate (for cover)

I hope you enjoyed today's projects.

Until Tomorrow

xoxoxo

My Projects for the Ccraft Fair

2008-12-15T15:16:00.013-05:00

I realized I didn't share with you all that I made for the craft fair. I wish I could say it was a HUGE success for me but it was just an OK one. What matters is I had fun making these projects & I got out & socialized :-)

Porcelain Ornaments

I bought these at Micheal's and they sold like hot cakes :-)

Supplies:

Stazon Ink

Fine Point Sharpie Markers

Krylon Clear Glaze

For the hand print ornaments I used craft ink & then embossed with clear embossing powder. For some reason the girl ornaments came off after I sprayed them but was successful with the boys. I had to re-do them using the purple stazon ink which i didn't LOVE, but oh well.

Photo Hangers

I'm was a little sad that these didn't sell but not THAT sad b/c I REALLY liked them. Now I get to hang the middle one up somewhere in my house :-)

All the supplies used to make these are retired except the ink, ribbon & twill tape

Supplies:

Chipboard Frames

DSP & Simply Scrappin' kit of your choice

Rub-Ons

Stampin' Dimensionals

Classic & Craft Inks

Sponge Daubers

Sanding Blocks

Modge Podge

On Board Trinkets Ornaments

In addition to making cute ornaments you could use them as a tag on a gift.

These can be found in the Holiday Mini on page 14

Supplies:

Glue Stick

Silver, Gold & Copper Cord (retired)

Glue Dots

1/16" Hole Punch

Striped & Taffeta Ribbons

Altered Wooden Frames

I was very pleased with how these turned out & came home with 2 :-)

I purchased the frames at Michael's

Supplies & Tips

I sanded down the frames first then figured out which paper to use.

Then painted the frames using acrylic paint set aside to dry. You could choose a color that will coordinate with your paper. I used white paint & our re-inkers so that I would have a fairly coordinating color. You have to play around to get the color you want.

After the frames were dry I cut out the middle with my exacto knife.

Apply a thin layer of modge podge to your frame & place your paper on top, smooth out to get rid of any air bubbles.

To give it a finished look I then trimmed off any paper hanging off the edges & sanded them down.

Now you can decorate

Frames 1& 2 I used the new felt flurries (holiday mini pg18) & silver brads. I applied those with a dot of modge podge

Frame 3 I used the pretties kit (ib&c pg185)

Frame 4 I used our new taffeta ribbon (ib&c pg187)

Frames 5 & 6 I used flower fusion (ib&c pg182) & Rhinestone brads (ib&c pg185)

I also edged these frames with 1/4" grosgrain ribbon. I applied with crystal effects.

Gift Bags

Would you believe I didn't sell ANY of these?!?!?!?

Supplies:

Lg White Gift Bags (Stampin' Up!)

Sm White & Kraft Gift Bags (Michael's)

Dashing DSP (retired)

Summer Picnic DSP (ib&c pg169)

Martha Stewart Paper (brown/pink)

Sticky Strip

Snail Adhesive

Natural Hemp

1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

Tag Time Stamp Set (retired) & Real Red ink were used on the Christmas Bag

Hope you liked these projects. If you would like additional information feel free to contact me.

Until next time

xoxo

12 Days of Christmas ~ Day 5, 6 & 7

2008-12-15T14:19:00.008-05:00

Hello out there ~ so I've been trying to dedicate my weekends to my family so that's why I didn't post any updates this weekend. BUT it's going to make these 12 days specials hard to get to you before Christmas is here.
Today I am sharing 3 projects with you & will share 2 a day for the next week. I think that will get it all in before next week. I can't believe Christmas is NEXT week. I hope you enjoy today's projects & remember if you would like to purchase any of the items to re-create the projects below click here, plus if your order is $70 or more you get FREE SHIPPING that's a 10% savings. Now on to the FUN stuff

Day 5 ~ Gift Tins
These tins can be picked up at Michael's & make a cute gift for a teacher or coach or even to add in a basket for a hostess gift.

Here is the supply list and some tips:
Use any DSP --cut 1"x3" and wrap 12 Hershey nuggets.
Use Top Note w/Big Shot.
Use Gel Pen to hi-lite perforated areas on Top Note.
Use Snowflake die w/ white paper
Punch hole in center and add decorative brad
Punch one hole in each end of Top Note and thread ribbon through--tie knot and use as belly band for closure.

Here is another way to use this for someone who doesn't like sweets. a cute little gift card holder.

Here are a few tips:
Use Scallop Envelope die w/ Big Shot -cut 8 env.(Maine Blueberry DSP was used here)
Cut 8 note cards w/ Whisper White CS
Cut Certainly Celery Belly Bad
Cut DSP belly band w/DSP
Cut out one flower and center
Layer the center on top of flower and add colored brad

Day 6 ~ Gift Card holders
You know there are a few people on your list this year who you get gift cards for so why not make a cute holder for them. It adds that "special" touch so they know you put thought into their gift even though it's just a gift card. What's great is you can make them year round for birthday's & other occasions.

Here is the supply list:
Stamp sets:
Snow Burst
Glad tidings
Ink:
Riding Hood Red
Old Olive
Accessories:
Curly Label Punch (from bundle)
5/8" Old Olive Grosgrain ribbon
1/4" Real Red Grosgrain ribbon

Enjoy these other versions

Day 7 ~ Stationary Ensemble

This ensemble includes 3 cards, a post-it holder and a coordinating pen and how cute it all comes in a matching "purse". What lady doesn't love a purse?!?!

If you don't want to make the post-it note holder & pen you could just make a bunch of cards & envelopes too.

Here are the supplies used to make this project:
1 - 81/2 x 11" piece of paper scored @ 4 1/2" and 1 1/4" (coordinate it to the DSP you are using) Baja Breeze and Green Tea Designer Series Paper were used.
Designer Series paper-cut to (2) 3 x 4 1/2" for the accent piece on front and back of the purse
RSVPentel Pen - You will need a pen that you can insert a piece of paper into so that it coordinates with your "purse" (3 1/2" x 7/8")
Card stock and Designer series paper for the cards
A piece of card stock cut to 3 1/2" x 7 1/2" that is scored @ 3 1/2" and 4" for the post it note holder
Coordinating stamp set for cards and post it note holder
Sticky strip, brads, punches (scalloped circle and scalloped edge) and ribbon for accents

Here are a few more designs/colors

I hope you enjoyed today's gift giving ideas.

until tomorrow

xoxoxo

12 Days of Christmas ~ Day 4 CD Holders

2008-12-11T11:15:00.004-05:00

Is there someone on your list who loves hand picked music, like my dad? Or how about a CD of 2008 photos? I know my MOTHER would love that!! You can create those easily- but its the packaging that will make it all come together!
If you would like to purchase any of the items to re-create the projects below click here, plus if your order is $70 or more you get FREE SHIPPING that's a 10% savings, who doesn't love to save???

Here are a few samples for you to make.

Here are the supplies for CD Holder 1:
Frosty Day DSP (6” x 12” piece)
Close to Cocoa cardstock (1” x 11”) – for belly band
Bashful Blue cardstock (4-3/4” x 4-1/2”) – for inside insert
Tangerine Tango cardstock – scrap for punch
Kiwi Kiss cardstock – scrap for punch
Whisper White cardstock – scrap for punch
Deer Friends Stamp Set
Close to Cocoa Classic Ink
Scallop Circle Punch
1-1/4” Circle Punch
1-3/8” Circle Punch
Tag Corner Punch
Paper trimmer with scoring blade

To create: Score 6” x 12” paper at 1” on the long side and 2” & 7” on the short side. Fold to create pockets for CD. Add insert for notes. Use for your homemade photo CDs, music CDs, or DVDs.

Here are two more samples, the Bella Rose is my FAVORITE!!!

Until Tomorrow
xoxox
Traci

12 Projects of Christmas Day 2 & 3

2008-12-10T15:18:00.004-05:00

Sorry I missed yesterday, was a bit hectic around here. So I'm going to share 2 projects with you today. In addition there is a special going on until December 23rd, click here for details. If you would like to purchase any of the items to re-create the projects below click here, plus if your order is $70 or more you get FREE SHIPPING that's a 10% savings, who doesn't love to save???
Day2 ~ On Board Trinkets Ornaments (found in the Holiday Mini on pg14)
Here is the supply list:
On Board Trinkets Ornaments, Versamark, Encore Silver, Embossing Powder – clear & silver, iridescent ice; Glitter – chunky silver & red, Dazzling Diamonds; Pewter Build-a-Brad, Little Felt Flurries, 1” Double Stitched Baja, Taffeta – Riding Hood Red, Basic Gray, Whisper White, Silver Cord, Ribbon Originals; Rhinestone Brads, 2-Way glue, anywhere glue stick, crystal effects, mini glue dots; Seasonal Icons stamp set.

A few more samples too

Day 3 ~ Decorated Magnets
How stinkin' cute are these? I mean who has the time to think this stuff up, oh I know my upline Karen Barber. She is SO talented it's scary. She has made these for her beutiful grandaughters to enjoy. What an awesome gram she is.

Here is the supply list:
Defining Alphabet stamp set
ABC Images stamp set
Manchester DP
Baja Breeze striped ribbon
Black Craft ink
clear powder
heat tool
markers
Wide Oval punch
Xyron machine w/magnet-laminate cartridge
SU tin

Just in case those weren't cute enough, check these out

I hope you enjoyed today's projects, until tomorrow
xoxo
Traci :-)

12 Projects of Christmas ~ Day 1 Ornaments

2008-12-08T14:16:00.012-05:00

Hello out there ~ So my fellow Stampin' Up! sisters have been making ADORABLE projects & have been sharing them on their blogs so I thought why not share with you. I can NOT take credit for making ANY of these, unless noted. So I hope you enjoy the next 12 days of projects.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me. If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to re-create your own all you have to do is click here & shop. If you have never ordered online before you will have to create an account FIRST then you can add items to your cart.

It is only fitting I start Day 1 with projects created by the TALENTED Tina Rosenkrans. She is one of my uplines out in NJ.

Here are the supplies used for this ornament;
On Board Something Seasonal
1” double stitched Baja Breeze grosgrain ribbon
Whisper White taffeta ribbon
Ski Slope Designer Series Paper
Whisper White Stampin’ Pad
White embossing powder
Heat gun

Here are a few more samples she made

Until Tomorrow
xoxox

Ornaments for the Craft Fair

2008-11-30T17:24:00.002-05:00

Today I was able to get started on some projects for my church's craft fair. I figured I'd start with the easy things first. Here are the porcelain ornaments I made. I'm very happy with them. Hope you enjoy & thanks for stopping by :-)

A 50th B-day Present

2008-11-10T21:15:00.007-05:00

We celebrated my Uncle's 50th this summer, his bday is this month, so he was surely surprised. Anyway we are celebrating all the Novemeber b-days in my family, ME INCLUDED YEAH, this Saturday (there are 9 JUST on my dad's side, with with an additional 4 on mom's side). I wanted to make him something special to remeber that night. Of course I couldn't put all of them on this one page so I just used our immediate family ones.
Hope you enjoy :-)

Here is what Iused:
*Cool Carribean 12x12 cardstock (in-color 06-07)
*Brocade Blue cardstock
*Simply Sent Rock Star Card Elements Kit
*On Board Timeless Type which I embossed using the silver Encore ink & clear embossing powder
*The shadow box was purchased throguh Oriental Trading, they come in 3 finishes LOVE THEM!!!!

Holiday Happenings Class

2008-11-04T17:39:00.007-05:00

Here are the projects we will be making at my upcoming class. All the info is here so email me if you are interested @ tlcamardella@optonline.net

To keep the cost of the class down you MUST supply the following items, if you need any of these items let me know so I can order them or you can place an order online NO LATER than November 7th (that’s THIS Friday).

*snail adhesive & refill
*sticky strip
*stampin’ dimensionals
*glue dots
*scissors
*paper cutter (just in case)

When: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 (the day after my birthdayJ)
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: My Pad
RSVP: ASAP
Fee: $30 **non-refundable & you MUST pre-pay**
Spots Available: 12
** DSP & ornaments will vary

Once u start U just can't stop!

2008-10-28T13:35:00.006-04:00

So here are some more pages I worked on over the past few days. I MUST say Stampin' Up! products ROCK, just look at the difference in pages using non-SU vs SU pages, they just DON'T compare!

I will share more after my scrapbooking club meets next week on the 5th. HOpe I get a bunch more done, till then HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

A little of this, a little of that!

2008-10-23T17:09:00.013-04:00

So I had a very QUICK class last night. We made this cute tub using our new Decor Elements. They are SO easy to use. Contact me & I can email you the directions.

I then had some time to work on Andi's scrapbook. I felt SO bad that she is 14mo already & I didn't do ANYTHING. So I'm going to show you what I worked on last night. I was quite happy & can't wait until Nov 5th to work on it some more. Will you be there?

Then today I REALLY needed to work on Deb's b-day invitations & well, what do you think?

Some Great Crafttin' Days

2008-10-10T21:58:00.005-04:00

Man was I in my glory this week. I was stampin' & craftin' 3 days in a ROW!!! PLUS I have a workshop on Saturday so that's 4, WOO HOO, go me :-)

On Wednesday I had my open scrap night with I think the MOST amount of woman I've had yet, 12. I was so amazed that we all found the space to work. All felt very accomplished at the end of the night. Can't wait to do it again next month!!! sorry I don't have pictures, next time

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Thursday was the kid's craft day with 11 in total. The kids really enjoyed themselves & the projects & want to do it again, this time, get this, SCRAPBOOKING!!! startin' em young ;-)

Here they all are with the completed project, aren't they cute!!!

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Then today my friend Stef came over. She wanted to stamp SO BAD she sat in over an hours worth of traffic to get here & then sat in WAY longer traffic to get home. Now that's a TRUE stamper ;-)

We decided to get together once a month & make hostess gifts & door prizes & whatever else we feel like. Here are the things we made, some are incomplete. I will finish them up & add at another time.

Hope you enjoyed this weeks entry & until next time, Happy Craftin'

xoxoxo

Traci :-)

Easy Christmas Projects

2008-10-01T09:34:00.006-04:00

Hello Everyone! I can't beleive it's October & I was working on projects for Christmas. It'll be here before we know it. My friend & I decided we are going to do our church's craft fair again this year so I better get crack-a-lackin' anyway.

I have my monthly sideline meeting tomorrow & we had to come up with a project using the Spoghtlight on Christmas stamp set. I looked through my monthly Stampin' Up! magazine & found a cute paperbag project & just changed EVERYTHING but the layout.

You like? I do & it took me all of 10min to cut & put together. Now we all have 10 min right? Get to work & email me your project.

Here is what I used;

Spoghtlight on Christmas stamp set
Riding Hood Red, Kiwi Kiss, Night of Navy & Natural White Cardstock
Riding Hood Red, Night of Navy & Chocolate Chip Classic Ink
5-Petal Flower Punch, Lg Star Punch, Lg & Wide Oval Punches & Scallop Edge Punch
5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Stampin Dimensionals & sm stapler

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Nanci's workshop was a fun night, not everyone showed up but we all had a GREAT time. They got to use the NEW & AWESOME Bigshot & made the Basket & Blooms project. I think I have a few buyers in the future :-)

When we finally got started after a few door prizes they made 2 Christmas cards using the I Wish Simply Scrappin' Kit (SSK), yes you heard me right cards using the SSK. Stampin' Up! is bound to have products to use for ANYTHING!! I can squeeze out 60-80 cards using one kit & 1 pkg of solid cardstock.
Here are the cards I made.

Thanx for looking. Until next time when I have some time to stamp & play!!!
xoxo
Traci :-)

Halloween Treat Cups Tree

2008-09-23T14:50:00.004-04:00

I know, I know I've been MIA for a little bit. It's been a little hectic over here these days & I didn't have ANY chance to play. I had no choice for this one since it's for my class tomorrow night. This was a cute project that was shown to us at convention & when I saw it I JUST HAD to make it. I'm giving it to Debra's classroom for Halloween. Boy what am I going to make for Christmas???? Something with the Decor Elements I'm sure. So anyway I hope you all enjoy this cute project.

Here is what I used;

Ghostly Greetings DSP
Chills & Thrills Rub-Ons
Halloween Frights stamp set (holiday mini)
Elegant Eggplant ¼” grosgrain ribbon
Old Olive 5/8” grosgrain ribbon
Pumpkin Pie ½” striped grosgrain ribbon
Black gingham ribbon
Silver brads
1/16” & 1/8” handheld punches
1 ¾” & 1 ¼” circle punches
Tag punch
Sticky strip, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Crystal Effects
Basic Black, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie & Elegant Eggplant Classic Ink Pads

Order from me 24/7

2008-09-09T19:10:00.003-04:00

Well you heard me mention it at the end of the summer & now IT'S TIME!!! You can now order from me directly through my Stampin' Up! website. All you have to do is go to www.craftinwithtlc.stampinup.net click on Stampin' Up! Products -->Shop Now & there you go, shopping. You will have to create a customer id by clicking customer login.
Now whenever you need to have that right away item fell free to go ahead & order this way. If you would still like to email me your order you may do so, this is just ANOTHER option for you. I am so excited for this new feature & I hope you are too. Email me if & when you place an order this way & tell me your experience, what you liked, didn't like yadda, yadda.
I don't think I can have the privelage of this feature so I'll have to take your word on it.
Anyway have fun with it.
xoxox
Traci

First Day of School!!

2008-09-03T16:26:00.014-04:00

I know I should be doing work but I JUST had to share with you a few pictures of my Debra's 1st day of Pre-School. I just can't beleive how fast that went, she's old enough to go to school, YAY!!! I have to say she was VERY excited to go this morning, partially b/c I've been playing it up. She tends to be just like her mom when it comes to something new a little apprehensive but then watch out she is GUNG HO!!! So I had to make it exciting for her, i think it worked ;-)

So here she is with her GINORMUS backpack, I mean come on why must they make them get such a big one, just to hold a folder, lol
Gotta wear shades!!! It's a sunny morning :-)
Here she is with Uncle Keith, he is just as proud & excited as we are. I know we can count on him to be there for all her firsts, luv ya bro xoxox
Look I found my name, I'm a green apple :-)

Getting ready to leave. What a great day!!!

The process of thank you cards

2008-08-30T20:47:00.013-04:00

So you get a nice gift for you or MANY for a child. The right thing to do is send a thank you. Now to come up with a layout, that's MY hardest part. Well luckily today I was reading my Stampin' Success, a magazine with great samples & ideas that we demo's get every month, and came across this cute page in there
I thought "hey i have a similar picture of Andi that I could use" so I printed out my pictures got all my supplies ready & went to work. I had to make about 20 thank you cards from her birthday party. The first thing I did was make my first one, LOVED IT!!! Now to get to work, First I punched out all the pink pirouette scallop circles & riding hood red 1 3/8" circles. Then I stamped thank you using the seeing spots stamp set added a small button & assembeld those
Next I cut my kiwi kiss & baja breeze card stock & used the scallop punch. I adhered those to my kiwi kissThen I cut my whisper white card stock & stamped her name using kiwi kiss starting with the last letter first so I knew how far in I'd have to go. Then I stamped the flowers in baja breeze then added the picture & adhered that to my main page Finally I added my flower using dimensionals & here you go a BEAUTIFUL thank you card that doubles as a photo, I made these 5x7. Whose not gonna want to put this picture out on display, she's just too cute :-)I hope you enjoyed the process as much as I did making them. I have to tell you that these took me only about 2 hrs to complete from start to finish. I had a GREAT helper :-) So you too can make your thank you's, invites or whatever. You just have to MAKE THE TIME!!!
Until next time happy stampin!!

Color Combo Challenge

2008-08-30T20:32:00.005-04:00

So I haven't had much work this week so I've been a BUSY little beaver today. I decided to do this weeks color challenge & a project for a group of WONDERFUL ladies all in one (this is just a sample to show them, not the actual one). I didn't adhere the title on b/c I'm not too sure if I like it, do you? Let me know by leaving me a comment.

The color challenge is to use; Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Chip & Old Olive or Kiwi Kiss. I chose to use Kiwi Kiss one of our new IN COLORS. I used Fantastic Foliage, Whimsical Lower & Convex Square punch. I know they are all retired but that's the only fall set I have b/c it's one of my FAVS. I hope you like. Oh this is the clear envelope brag book.

Check out my fellow demo sisters use for the color challenge: Stasia, Lorraine

Scrapbooking & Some Decor Elements

2008-08-28T11:13:00.011-04:00

We had a great night last night for some MUCH needed scrapbooking. I was able to do 3 two page spreads. I couldn't think about the journaling or titles too much b/c I would just have gotten one done. So I opted to do that later on & keep going.

Here are some pictures of us working and the pages I got done.

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I have to tell you that I LOVE the new Decor Elements Line Stampin' Up! introduced this year. Here is the one I put up in my kitchen

Here are some samples of pictures I took at convention for phase 2

So until next week enjoy
xoxox
Traci :-)

Andi's 1st Birthday

2008-08-25T11:25:00.019-04:00

Here are some pictures from Andi's birthday. I think everyone had a nice time, I know I did.

I can't beleive a year has gone by already, time sure does fly when you are having fun!!

Hope you all enjoy the pictures, thanx for looking (tfl).

She has been getting brave & here she took a few steps, what a gr8 present!!

Here she decides to come get me & climb up the rock,

What a BIG girl :-)

Look at this BEAUTIFUL girl, I can't believe she is mine

Here we all our. Funny b/c when I look at this picture I think of my senior year class picture that we take on the rock.

Our beautiful family & the MESSY GIRL!!!!!

What a great night!

2008-08-20T23:21:00.007-04:00

So I just spent my evening doing what I LOVE and being with some of my greatest friends.

I had my New Catalog open house tonight & we made these 3 projects.

We had such a great time tonight & the best part, aside from being in their compnay, were the DOOR PRIZES, everyone left here with something, how fun! I'm pretty sure they were all pleased to get something.

The scrapbook page (8 1/2 x 8 1/2) & note card box I made at convention. I then bumped it up to make a 12x12 page spread.

The pictures on the page are from convention, we are actually making the page. These were the gals I spent my time in Utah with. Me, Stephanie, Kelly, Patti (in back), Kelly & her cuteset ever gram, Grace.

I hope you enjoy reading & seeing what they made. Until next time when I post some stuff from my trip to Utah.
xoxo

Welcome

2008-08-19T23:39:00.003-04:00

Hello & welcome to my blog. I decided to take the plunge & just go for it. I'm hoping this can be a place you visit often to chat, see great projects & just keep up with ME :-)

I hope I can keep up with it & for now I'm going to commit to posting once a week. If I happen to have some free time, yeah right, I'll do it more often.

So enjoy
xoxo