Sign up for our mailing list and receive:
FREE Monthly Newsletter!
Exclusive Tips and Techniques!
Exclusive specials and sales!
Free Monthly Email with LOTS of Stampin Up Samples!
Class Schedules and Event Schedules!
...and MORE!
« April 2009 | Main | June 2009 »
Posted at 01:12 PM | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: stampin up contest, Stampin up demonstrator, stampin up product
Posted at 08:58 PM in Big Shot | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Earn a Free Big Shot, Hostess Bonus Promotion, Stampin Up Hostess dollars
Posted at 08:17 PM in Contests | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Stampin up contest, stampin up gift certifcate, Stampin Up retired list, win free stampin up product
Posted at 12:09 PM in Videos | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Shelli Garder on YouTube, Shelli Garner video, Stampin Up Decor Stencils video, stampin Up on YouTube
I am so excited about this new Big Shot Pop Up Cake Die. It is so much fun!!! I could hardly stand it!!!! Looks much harder than it really is!!! I can't wait until the next wedding cause guess what is going to be in their card!!! Check out the cool video!!!!
After watching this you can order this die directly from me online by clicking on the link at the top of the page on the right!!! Or contact me and I can get one to you ASAP.
Happy Stamping,
Chris
Posted at 10:39 AM in 3 D Projects, All Ocassion Cards, Big Shot | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Big Shot Dies, Stampin up Pop Up Cake Die, Wedding and birthday pop up cards
Punch white scallop and set aside. Punch circle from Only Orange with 1 3/8 punch set aside. Stamp orange from Tart and Tangy Stamp Set with Only Orange Ink and punch out with 1 1/4 circle punch. Assemble these pieces for the front, like the picture. Now back to your Only Orange Cardstock! Punch a bite out of that one using the scallop punch. Punch through only one layer of cardstock at a time so you don't damage your punch. Now for the inside of the card.
Orange
OrangeInk: Only
Stamps: Tart & Tangy and Smarty Pants
Accessories: Sticky Strip, 1-3/8" Circle and 1-1/4" Circle Punches, Horizontal Slot Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Corner Rounder Punch Pumpkin Pie 1/2" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
Posted at 10:04 AM in All Ocassion Cards | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Ice Cream Card, Popscicle card, Stampin Up Punches, Stampin Up Smarty Pants, Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Tart and Tangy
Using chalks for your cards making or scrap booking ideas is a fantastic way of adding extra color to your pages. Chalks can also be used to create shadows or to shade in the edges of torn or ripped paper.
Applying chalks to any project can be done in a variety of ways. There really is not any need to spend a large amount of money on specialized application sponges. You can simply use eye make up applicators, cotton buds, cotton wool all of which do the job just as well with a variety of looks, not to mention being a whole lot cheaper.
Using chalks can transform a piece of paper together with being relatively inexpensive and the results are always unique.
Before you begin to add chalk to any card making idea you have or to a piece of paper it is advisable to have a scrap piece of paper to hand so that you can experiment and work out which colors work well together. Depending on how dramatic you want the effect to be will be determined by how vigorously you brush the chalk on.
If you have begun to add the chalks to one of your card making ideas and have made a mistake, all is not lost, using an artists eraser will safely and effectively remove the chalk from the paper. This type of eraser is also handy for removing any stray chalk dust.
Once you have finished applying the chalk and are happy with the overall design you will need to use a fixative to stop the chalk from smearing. As tempting as it may be never use hairspray to set the chalk, it is particularly important if you are using the chalks for scrap booking because hairspray is not photo friendly and can react badly causing your photos to deteriorate.
Chalks are really great to use with rubber stamps. Using a Versmark inkpad to stamp the image you can then begin to apply the different chalk colors (remember to start with the lighter color first) and soon you will see the image begin to take shape.
Storing your chalks is important, it is recommended that you store chalks in a box with a lid and keep them as flat as possible, excessive banging and knocking of the box will cause the chalks to break up and worse of all mix together rendering them useless.
Chalks are extremely easy to get hold of, you can find them in most craft stores and they can also be obtained via the internet so keep your eyes open for a bargain!.
If you have never used chalks before it is well worth giving it a go, they are a great embellishing tool that will allow you to create works of art in seconds. They are inexpensive and a great way to create depth to any card making ideas.
Vicki Churchill writes for a site that specializes in Card Making Ideas also providing you with excellent tips and ideas for Scrap Booking.
Posted at 11:26 AM in Articles, How To's | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: stampin up Chalk Technique, Stampin up chalks, Using Chalks, Using chalks with card making
Posted at 11:27 PM in 3 D Projects, Big Shot, Videos | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: How to video sizzix Big Shot, Stampin Up Big Shot, Stampin Up Pop Up Ball Sizzix Die
by Monna Ellithorpe
Your scrapbooking layouts can make all the difference in how your pages look. The key is to have many scrapbook sketches available already there for you to choose from and to help you get over those times when your own creative ideas are at a standstill.
Your pages do not have to be perfect by any means and sometimes you will produce a page that no matter what you do, you are just not happy with it. Don't stress over it, just put it in your scrapbook and move on.
Remember scrapbooking is supposed to be fun, so don't make it into a chore just to get it done.
When you do find a sketch or layout that you like, experiment with it. Make your page about just one picture; add more pictures or less pictures; move them around; put the pictures on an angle; line them up and down or across. Walk away from it for a while and come back later with a fresh outlook and then just make the page and start another one.
I have discovered in my own scrapbooking sessions that if I have a sketch to go by, the hard part is already done. All you need to do is embellish with ribbons, buttons, lettering, stickers, glitter or what ever kind of embellishments you like the most. Cutting your mats and pictures with decorative scissors or if you have cutters with different cutting edges always adds a nice touch to your pages; experiment with different cutting edges.
A very important part of scrapbooking is "do not forget the journal box on your pages." In the future when family and friends look at your creative scrapbooking efforts they will want to know what was happening at the time, who is in the picture and where they were. This will keep the interest of any one viewing your scrapbook pages. It is such a disappointment when looking at a scrapbook full of pictures and you have no idea of who the people are in the pictures; no dates; no notes; nothing. Journal on every page even if you cannot remember the details, put as much information in your journal block as you can.
If you have quite a few pictures of one outing, a birthday party or some other event, it is always a plus and if you have the room to lay out many sheets of cardstock and just start laying your pictures out on each piece of cardstock as you go along. I have used this technique quite a few times and have been able to produce up to 10 pages in one session in my scrapbooking room. Believe me it is a great feeling to get so much accomplished at one time.
Below are some suggestions to help make better use of your time with your hobby:
1. Gather all of your pictures together from a single event.
2. If you have the room, lay out many sheets of cardstock and lay the
pictures on the cardstock at random.
3. Have sketches available to use as a guide.
4. Gather your embellishments that you plan to use; maybe you have a theme or just plan to use whatever appeals to you at the time.
5. Decide if you are going to cut your mats and photos with a straight edge or with a decorative edge.
6. Do not forget to make a journal box for each of your pages.
7. Don't worry if you are not able to finish your pages at one time. At least you have a start and the next time you have a few minutes a good portion of the decision making has already been done.
8. Last and most important, have fun and remember the event as you work on your pages.
Always remember enjoy your hobby and don't feel as if it is another job.
For more ideas, inspiration, learning to use your limited scrapbooking time more wisely and making great looking scrapbook pages, I would like to invite you to visit http://www.squidoo.com/Scrapbook-Sketches-500 which also includes free bonuses for cardmaking ideas and Christmas quotes.
"Copyright (c) Monna Ellithorpe. All Rights Reserved."
Posted at 02:57 PM in Articles, Scrapbooking | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: help with scrapbooking, Scrapbooking, scrapbooking articles, Stampin Up and scrapbooking
Posted at 03:57 PM in All Ocassion Cards | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Designer Series Paper sale, Great Friend Stampin Up set, Stampin Up card samples



Posted at 08:52 PM in 3 D Projects, Classes | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: 3d stampin up projects, Mother's Day gifts, scripture verse stampin up project
Are you or someone you know getting married!!! Or do you have an anniversary or Quinceanera coming up? I have designed the most beautiful invitations that will announce your event in the most elegant way! The invitations are priced extremely reasonable and are priced well below other home made invitations, not to mention they are very unique. I also offer 3 different buying options so that everyone's budgets can be met.
Here is the card!!
|
Get a sneak peek into the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog when you purchase the brand-new Jumble Alphabet stamp set at 20% off. This set of 52 die-cut, double-mounted stamps is perfect for scrapbooking because you'll never run out of letters! But don't wait—this offer is only good through May 31.
Contact me now to order your set or place your order online yourself by clicking the shop on line button on the right. |
Posted at 09:18 PM in Products on Sale | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Stampin Up Jumbo alphabet stamp set, Stampin up stamps on sale
Stampin Up just announced a Starter Kit for only $75!!!! There are over $82 worth of product not to mention the business products (case of catalogs order forms etc.) for only $75! You just can't go wrong!!! You can choose the items they are offering or substitute them. You can sign up to be a hobby demonstrator ( buy your own product at wholesale) or you can do it as a business. I am able to make 2 car payments with my bonus money each month.
I LOVE WHAT I DO
because the
Benefits of Being with Stampin Up! are HUGE
ASK for more information today on how these benefits could be yours too!
o YOU GET to own your own business
o YOU GET to enjoy the tax business of being in business for yourself
o YOU GET to set your own hours
o YOU GET a monthly free magazine
o YOU GET to attend events and special classes with other stampers
o YOU GET 20% off of product and 30% off your first workshop order
o YOU GET a monthly bonus check for your sales up to 20% (up to a total of 40%)
o YOU GET realistic incentives that you can work toward
o YOU GET to earn a free cruise!!!! You can do this, I did!!
o YOU GET free product
o YOU GET to be on a great team of stampers that share ideas
o YOU GET share your creativity with others
o YOU GET a night out of the house
o YOU GET lots of recognition for your achievements
o YOU GET to spend a fun girl’s time out and make money too!!!
o YOU GET to meet new friends and have lots of fun!!
o YOU GET to start a business for a very low start up cost
The support of your upline (the person who recruits you and signs you up) can be an important factor in the success of your business. You’ll want to be sure your upline is going to be able to meet your needs. Here are a few things I do for my group of demonstrators, and some reasons you should sign up with me!
Please contact me so we can discuss the benefits of signing up. If you can't wait to get started you can sign up online. Click here! and my password is stamp.
Posted at 10:59 PM in Articles | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: How to make a mini scrap book, Stampin Up Designer Paper, Stampin Up video






