Here's another favorite that is going away.  If you are a scrapbook – pay attention here because this was one of my favorite sets when I paper scrapbook (doing so much more digitally today). 

This project has been hanging on the wall in my studio for a couple of years.  I think it highlights the greatness of the Inspired By Nature set so very well.  I took the frame and discarded the glass and mat.  I then put a think coat of paint in the cream color on the backboard of the frame.  Using acrylic paints on my stamp, I then created the picture as you see it here.  Here's a close up for you.

You can see the background is really a white washed type look. . . .

What do you think of this cool project?  Can you see how great this stamp set helps you create works of art whether it is a picture, scrapbook page or card.  It's on the retired list so make sure you check it out soon!

Blessings!

Here is one of the "S's".  Here are some of the products I used;

Stamp Set;  Mixed Bunch*, Loving Thoughts*

Paper and Inks;  Twitterpated DSP, Blushing Bride, Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzaz, Basic Gray,

Big Shot:  Sans Serif Alphabet, Adorning Accents*, Fashionable Hearts Embosslit*, Little Leaves Sizzlit,

Accessories:  Multipurpose adhesive sheets, Trinket Hearts*, Basic Pearls, Basic Rhinestones, Bakers Twine, Baja Breeze Seam Binding, Pleated Satin Ribbon*, Dimensionals

Punches:  Blossom Punch*, Modern Label Punch, 3/4" circle

Items marked with the asterisk * are in the Occasions Mini Catalog that ends on April 30!!!

Blessings!

My sister Sally's birthday is coming up soon and last night, one of my downline gave me this idea.  She had done a class with these blocks inspired by a picture in our demonstrator magazine – Stampin' Success.  Those blocks said "mom".  You could do – "home", "love", "dad" and a myraid of other things!  You'll find the Decor blocks on page 181 in the catalog.  At only $9.95 – they have so many possibilities!

I used the Twitterpated DSP as my base and let the beauty of the paper choose the colors from there.  With the Mixed Bunch stamp set and a few accessories, I think I have something my sister will love.  I'm pretty sure she doesn't check my blog very often, so I think I'm safe.  I think I'm going to add just a couple of more details.  Check back tomorrow for some detail pics!

Blessings!

I am continuing to love the bright colors in the Summer Smooches DSP available this month.  You've seen the previous posts – now look at what I have done to make this cute handled bag.  The big flower was made with 5 strips of 1 x 12 inch DSP from Summer Smooches.  I added a greeting focal point using the labels framelits and a background texturized Pear Pizzaz piece.  Actually pretty simple and easy. . . How would you like to get a gift in a bag like this?   Do you think you would be saving this bag to give to someone else?   I think so!

Just a quick post today – have a great day!

Blessings!

Happy Easter everyone!   We had a quiet weekend – but, exciting.   My mother – the church organist always loved Easter for its special promises – and music.  I always think of her lots on Easter and this Easter she was on my mind a lot as I moved my faith in a new direction.  I hope each of you enjoyed celebrating this special holiday with family and friends.

I had a gift to give someone special on Easter.  I wanted the packaging to be terrific – but, I was running out of time.  I found this little box in my "stash".  I created a flower for the top, added some texture and ribbon and it turned out terrific!

I used the Fun Flowers Die for the flowers and the Island floral die texturized with the square lattice die for the flower.  If you look closely at the flower – it looks very texturized as well.   I used 3 of the smallest flowers on the Fun Flowers die.  Scrunched them all up and then separated the paper layers so that it revealed the texture in between the papers.  So there ends up being 6 flowers. 

This die doesn't show very well in the catalog but, is a go to die for me when I want to do something like this. 

With spring upon us, I am sure you could see yourself creating all kinds of fun with this die.  Many combinations of flowers, colors and textures are possible.  Imagine the possibilities!

Blessings!

Is a purse. . . . right!   You are going to LOVE this new die from Stampin' Up!  Available right now.  My club members LOVED making their purses this week! 

Sorry you missed it.  But, you can get the die all month long!   Check out the paper too.  The patterned paper is from the Summer Smooches DSP also available now!   I think these purses would be super cute for showers (wedding or baby – think diaper bag).  I was also thinking that I could put some $ in there for upcoming graduation parties.  Yep – loving this die! 

Check out this video on just how easy it is to make!

Have a great day everyone!

Blessings!

If you missed my Sale-a-Bration Open House last weekend, you missed this special make-n-take.   Check it out!  I used the fabulous Mixed Bunch stamp set and punch – you've seen a "bunch" of fun samples here on my blog using this stamp set – it's a must have – AND you can only get it until April 30!

Here's an added incentive – a Mixed Bunch Stamp Camp on April 14 at 9:30am.  RSVP by April 8 if you want the stamp set and punch!  Here's the details;  Make 4 gorgeous projects and receive a special price on the class, stamp set and punch!   Here are your options;

• Already have the stamp set and punch?  Lucky you – class is $8
• I need the clear mount stamp set and punch – $42 (retail $45.80 + $8 class fee!)
• I need the wood mount stamp set and punch – $47 (retail $52.91 + $8 class fee!)

Oh, and did I tell you there are only 2 days left in Sale-a-Bration?  Today and tomorrow!   Sooooooo – to give you a little added incentive, The first 5 people to call me with an order will get 20% off their order of $50 or more!!!!   Call me!   651-437-4440.

Blessings!

I needed a little table decor for my open house this weekend and thought these daisy's would do.  What do you think? 

I used the Daisy Die and layered 2 each of each size of daisy on a stick.  I fastened them to a dowel using lots of hot glue.  The vase is a container from a coffee drink.  I used crinkled strips of Certainly Celery for the leaves – attached with mini glue dots.  I used the remainder of the Certainly Celery strips to crinkle and put in the bottom of the jar. 

The striped grosgrain ribbon give the perfect finish to the vase.  Don't you think?

Here's the exciting part.  A customer saw them and ordered a bunch for an upcoming event!  Voila!  Love it!

Hope you have a spring sun shiny day!

Blessings!

This cute little purse can be yours!   It's actually a sneak peak for Aprils debut BUT, you can get one if you RSVP for my Sale-a-Bration Open House next Sunday 2-5pm.  The DSP and brads are new too!   I can think of lots of uses for this cute little guy – a girl always needs a few more purses! 

Sale-a-Bration is very near the end. . . I don't want you to miss out on your freebies.  So, stop by next Sunday, it's a stop-n-go kind of thing.  I'll have a couple of Make-n-Takes, displays and even a few prizes.   But, most of all, RSVP so you'll have one of these little gifts.

Blessings!

Needing a quick little treat to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?  Here's a quick and easy one!  Here's what I used;

• small cellophane bag filled with the gold "nuggets"
• Labels framelit cut in Wild Wasabi – folded in half for the topper base
• Brushed Gold cardstock for the gold banner
• Small scallop circle punch in black
• 1 3/8" circle from First Edition DSP
• St. Patrick's Day sentiment is from Teeny Tiny Wishes and stamped on Certainly Celery prints paper.  Punched with Modern Label punch
• Shamrock is made from Fashionable Hearts Embosslit
• Rhinestone Brad colored with yellow sharpie marker
• Shamrock stem is made using the wide oval punch

Wondering how the shamrock is made using a heart embosslit?  Check out the St. Patrick's Day banner from Monday's post – there's a close up there that will give you what you need. 

So, where are your gold nuggets in your life?  I myself am very grateful for the many blessings I have.  I hope you have a very blessed day today!