Father's Day 2013

This is the fun Father's Day card I made this year.  It features retired DSP Parker's Patterns and retired Best Dad Ever stamp set.  I was so sad to see both of those items go.  I also used the Square Lattice Embossing Folder (#119976, p. 191), which is one of my favorite "go to" embossing folders.  It works especially well for masculine cards.  Please leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

Modern Mosaic Birthday

This Modern Mosaic birthday card was made for my cousin's birthday. I wanted something bright and cheery, but needed to be able to put it together quickly. Love that Modern Mosaic set!  Look closely at the left side to see the detail of the Mosaic Embossing Folder.  This card features a fun mix of colors:  Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Strawberry Slush, Summer Starfruit, Baked Brown Sugar, and a fun twist of retired Melon Mambo Scallop Dots Ribbon.

New Clearance Rack Items!

Check out the Stampin' Up! Clearance Rack!  Lots of new items have been added and they are available at great bargain discounts while quantities last.  Click HERE to see all the great deals!

Grab Your Greetings!

Save 25% off three great greetings sets from Stampin' Up!  You can never have too many greetings sets--they are great to have to mix and match with all your stamp sets.  This deal only lasts until June 30, so don't miss out--Grab Your Greetings today!  Click HERE to order.

Masculine Clockworks

Here is a simple, masculine card that would be perfect for Father's Day, Birthday, Thank You or any other special occasion.

Stamp Set:   Clockworks
Paper:  Basic Gray, More Mustard (Retired), Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Cajun Craze, More Mustard (Retired), Basic Gray, Night of Navy, Gumball Green
Bling:  Rhinestone Basic Jewels

Gingham Garden & Modern Mosaic Birthday

Here is a sneak peek into some of the upcoming products in the new 2013-2014 catalog.  This is the birthday card I made for my daughter using several brand new items.  It has a fun feel to it, while being just classy enough.  I layered strips of DSP together, then ran it through the Big Shot with the new Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder for some great texture; and I also used the DSP for the inside to give it more pop!  The adorable flower was made using the new Simply Pressed Clay & Mold from the new catalog, and I just colored it with a Daffodil Delight Marker.  Sooooo simple!  It's so fun and easy to make your own bling and color it to match with this new product!  I absolutely LOVE it!!!

Want to see more from the new catalog?  Come to my New Catalog Open House Saturday, June 1, from Noon - 4:00.  There will be lots of fun new samples, prizes, make & takes, and you will even get a chance to make your own Simply Pressed Clay Designs!  For details and to RSVP, go to my website here.

Stamps:  Best of Birthdays (132929), Banner Greetings (129711-new catalog Hostess Set)
Paper:  Pear Pizzazz (131201-new catalog), Basic Black (121045), Whisper White (100730), Gingham Garden DSP (129310-new catalog)
Ink:  Jet Black Staz-On (101406), Strawberry Slush (131178-new catalog)
Embossing Folder:  Modern Mosaic (129984-new catalog)
Framelits:  Ovals Collection (129381)
Markers:  Daffodil Delight (119677)), Pear Pizzazz (131266-new catalog)
Special Touches:  Simply Pressed Clay (130685-new catalog), Buttons & Blossoms Simply Pressed Clay Molds (131272-new catalog), Dimensionals (104430), Rhinestone Basic Jewels (119246), Stampin'
Glitter (102023), Crystal Effects to firmly adhere the Rhinestone in the flower center (101055), 2-Way Glue Pen to adhere glitter to flower petals (100425)

Life Marches On . . . .

I know I haven't posted for quite a while, but life has been a little busy.  I helped my daughter find a new apartment, then she wanted it painted before she moved in.  Unfortunately, she was working 7 days a week and not able to get things done.  So, I spent a full week helping paint, move, unpack, clean and organize her new home.  It looks so nice now!  Of course, when I got home again, I realized how far behind I was in my stamping things . . . sooooo I have been in overdrive working with the new products, making new samples, planning & creating fun activities for my upcoming open house, planning and holding classes, and working with the Circles of Care at Messiah Lutheran Church with their card projects.  Whew!  Oh yeah, we have lots of spring birthdays in my family too. . . .and then there are the graduations!

Sadly, this week I also said good-bye to Kevin Kertz, a dear friend who lost his 4-year battle with cancer at age 52.  He was a true man of faith, never wavering in his attitude of hope and certainty of eternal life with Christ.  He lived a wonderful life of service during his short time here on earth; now he rejoices with the angels!  My tears are for his wife Debbie and his daughters, Amanda and Holly; and for what might have been . . . It is always hard to say goodbye.

Check back soon for some great sneak peeks of the new products coming in the new catalog that premiers June 1.