Elegant Birthday

My mother's birthday was this past weekend so of course I had to make a card for her.  I've been watching Krsitina Werner's 25 days of Christmas videos the last few weeks and she made a card that was this same size.  It looked so nice that I thought that I would give it a try.

The card measures 9" X 7" and is scored in half.  It will fit in a business size envelope.  For all the supplies, check the list below.  I embossed the pink pennants and the damask background with clear embossing powder and I love the way they turned out.  If you have any questions, please let me know!  Thanks for looking!

Supplies: (All Stampin' Up!)

Stamps: Pennant Parade, Well Scripted (retired), Friends 24-7 (retired), Calendar Alphabet and Numbers
Paper: Pink Pirouette, Very Vanilla, Soft Suede, Beau Chateau DSP
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Soft Suede
Accessories: Pennant punch, clear embossing powder, large oval punch, scallop trim border punch, heat tool, sponge, cream embroidery floss, dimensionals, Tombo Mono multipurpose glue

Jack-of-All-Trades

Here is the card that I created as my swaps for my monthly stamp group.  I had a customer request to hold a workshop in October and she wanted all Halloween themed projects.  I ordered this paper and this stamp set for that.  I couldn't wait to play with it.  I love the clear mount stamps.  They make 2 step stamping/layer stamping so much easier. 

I first stamped the pumpkins in Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede, and Lucky Limeade.  I then used a Versamark pad and black embossing powder for the faces.  I think the embossing buddy is one of the best inventions for paper crafting!!!  My pumpkins were practically flawless in regards to the heat embossing.  If you don't have one, I HIGHLY recommend purchasing one.

If you have any questions, please let me know.  Thanks for looking!!

Supplies:

Stamps: Jack of all Trades, Got Treats

Paper: Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, Frightful Sight DSP

Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede, Lucky Limeade, Basic Black (marker), Versamark

Accessories: Top Note Sizzix die, black embossing powder, embossing buddy, heat tool, sponge, dimensionals

Aviary Birthday

Yes, I'm still here and creating......I know it's been like forever since I've posted.  Life has gotten really busy and before I knew it weeks went by without me posting anything.  Anyway..............

Here is a the make-and-take that we created at a workshop I held last month.  It was the first time that I got to use my big shot at a workshop!  One woman said "I don't want to use it. I'm afraid that I'll break it!"  I assured her that she couldn't break it when using it properly.  I personally really think it's a wonderful tool and every paper crafter should own one!!!

Thanks for stopping by and come back next week for a pumpkin card.  If you have any questions, please let me know!!

 

Supplies:  (all Stampin' Up!)

Stamp Sets: Aviary, Petite Pairs

Paper: Nursery Nest DSP, Baja Breeze, Whisper White

Ink: Baja Breeze, Basic Gray, Pink Pirouette

Accessories: Top Note Sizzix die, sponges, scallop oval punch, oval punch, rhinestones

 

Free Big Shot

 

Have you ever thought about coming a demonstator, but you just weren't sure?  Would a free big shot be enough to change your mind?  During October when you sign up to become a demonstrator you can get a free big shot.  Already have one but still want to become a demonstrator?  You can get up to $100 in free Stampin' Up! merchandise.

If you would like to join my team and enjoy a 20% discount on all your purchases, just e-mail me at stampingwest@gmail.com. 

En Francais

This is the card that my customers created as their make-n-take at my last workshop.  They were experienced crafters so I was able to do a couple of techniques with this card.  It turned out really pretty and I'm very pleased with it.

We used the Gold Glow smooch spritz on the Early Espresso card stock and it is really pretty in real life.  This picture picked up a couple of the flecks.  If you have any questions, please let me know!  Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies: (All Stampin' Up!)
Paper: Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Pink Pirouette
Stamps:  En Francais (background), Artistic Etchings, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Early Espresso
Accessories: Very Vanilla seam binding, gold glow smooch spritz, cutter kit, word window punch, modern label punch

Stamp Group Cards

It's that time of the month again......stamp group!!  This one is special because tomorrow is my birthday and I get to stamp on my birthday!! YEAH!!  This is a card that I demonstrated at my last workshop.  I liked it so much I thought I would make it my swaps for my stamp group.

This card was created using the marker to stamp technique.  This is done when you apply the marker ink directly to your stamp.  Then you "huff" on it and then stamp it onto your card.  If you have any questions about this technique, just let me know.

Thanks for stopping by!


Supplies:  (All Stampin' Up!)
Stamps: Inspired by Nature  Happiest Birthday Wishes (hostess)
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
Paper: Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Whisper White
Accessories: Old Olive satin ribbon

Paper Promotion

If you LOVE paper like I do, this promotion is for you!  You can buy three designer series paper packs and get one FREE ($10.95 value)!  This offer is only good through the month of August!

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