Last night at club one of my customers – Karen brought this card she made.  And I just had to share it!

She used the Frightful Sight DSP, Wicked Cool and Out on a Limb stamp set, Owl punch and the Pennant Die for the scalloped circle.  Isn't cool?   Actually wicked cool and now we owl love it!!!  

It's time to think about those cool treats for my favorite trick or treaters and my co-workers.  Here is one that we made at my clubs this week.

It has one of my favorite treats in it!

So quick and easy to make!   Love it with the Simply Scored tool. . . . with the markers I can mass produce them by just scoring where I have the markers.  Do you have your Simply Scored yet?  Check out closly the witches hat and shoes – see the glitter glue?  So easy to use and no mess!   You'll find this in the Holiday Mini Catalog – and it is a MUST have!

Blessings!

Over the weekend, I played with some of my fall stamp sets.  I know I wanted to create a fun make-n-take for my clubs this week.  Here is one of the fun ones!  It's also a winner because my club members will be making this at my clubs this week.  (always room for more – come and check it out!)

Don't you think it turned out cute?  If you place an order online this month, this will be mailed to you in your thank you note!  So, either come to my club or order online and get yours!

By the way, I checked out the Clearance Rack yesterday – some new goodies there!!!!

Blessings!

I'm SUPER excited today. . . for several reasons! 

• Stampin' Up! announced several awesome promotions today!   WOO Hoo!  You'll want to read on for more info
• I have a weekend of crafting ahead of me – many ideas and classes to get ready for!  PLUS I have my hostess clubs this week and I have a stinkin' cute idea to share!  
• I had an awesome workshop last night with Marni and her friends and have a big workshop next week with Michelle that I am looking forward too!

I had this idea in my head for a couple of weeks and didn't really have a chance to try it out. . . It's in the cute and unique category. 

I'm lovin' the new 1 x 8" treat bags!  Here I used them for the "legs".  Fun Fun!  I'm sure he'll get a few comments in my Halloween display.  I used my second most favorite BFF (Best Friend Forever!) for this project – the BIG SHOT!   How would you like one for FREE?  Do you want to be a Big Shot?  Well, read on for more info!

I was super surprised this morning when I saw that Stampin' Up! is giving new team members a FREE Big Shot or $100 in free products when they join in the month of October!!   Wowza!   Think about it – here's just a couple of the highlights for you!

• You'll receive items valued at $445 for $175!
• Customize your items – including the Big Shot.  Pick what you need and want!
• Perfect timing!  Earn some extra $ or create awesome handmade gifts for Christmas! AND sale-a-bration is right around the corner
• You can do a little or a lot as a demonstrator – you get to decide!
• Access to thousands (and I mean thousands) of ideas to inspire you and share with your friends!   You never have to come up with a project on your own if you don't want!

Give me a call to get the details!  Hurry – only lasts for the month of October!   And – oh, wait there's more!

In perfect timing for holiday gift giving.  Think about this – you need a quick little gift for someone.  You have nothing on hand.  You'd like the gift to be a little personal and valuable to your friend.   Here's the perfect solution.  Right now when you buy 2 Simply Sent Card Kits, you get a free coordinating stamp set!  These are awesome gifts – they don't even spoil on your shelf!  Check them out on pages 192 and 193 in the Idea Book & Catalog.  Perfect price range of 11.95-13.95 and come complete with ribbon, envelopes and accessories! 

Oh, wait there's MORE!   – but, wait for tomorrow!   hehe – can't spill all the beans at once!

Blessings!

This Thursday is your chance to make these adorable houses. . . I still have a little space in the class so, make sure you sign up to hold your spot today!

You won't be disappointed in your houses of haunt!!!   There are 3 class options for you to choose from;

• $20 class fee includes a 1/2 pack of Frightful Sight Designer Series paper
• $35 class fee includes the DSP and a clear mount stamp set used on the houses – Out on a Limb
• $40 class fee includes the DSP and the wood mount stamp set Out on a Limb

Grab your girlfriend and RSVP for this class today! 

Blessings!

That's right – at the Peters house today, it's the annual get together that Jim and I put on for all of our family and friends.  We look forward to it.  It's lots of work but, it's truly a labor of love.  Jim cooks a Booya (a tomato based soup) over a fire. 

We'll have over 100 people here later!  It's so much fun. . . stop over if you are in the area.

In honor of the Booya, my project today is inspired by that – and my friend Tami.  I think Tami was inspired by our friends Susan and Janet.  They are all very talented stampers!  I did add a couple of improvements – isn't it cute!!!

What a hoot!   Or I guess it's a boot!!!  Believe it or not, it uses the stocking die from the Holiday mini catalog!  And it's got a box in the middle to add a few treats!

I am having so much fun making Halloween stuff this year!   Guess I should have done a whole Halloween decor class!  Well, I'm off to get stuff ready for later – Have an awesome day everyone!
 

Blessings!

I have a few customers(names not mentioned to protect their innocence  hehe!) who are fanatical about Halloween.   As I was thinking about projects to inspire them, I knew I wanted to create a banner – and it was so much fun to create.  It's one of those projects where as it comes together, you squeal in delight! 

It was relatively quick and easy.  The base is the is the Perfect Pennants Die.  This is the perfect base for many holiday pennants to come!  Oh, and have you seen and heard about how trendy pennants are right now? 

Check out how stinkin' cute these pennants are!

Here's a couple of cool tips;

• If you look closely, you'll see that the letters have an irridescent quality to them.  I coated each of them with the Smooch peralized top coat.  It's easy – it goes on like nail polish and sure adds a ton to the overall look of the banner
• I used the Spider Web textured embossing folder on 2 of the pennants.  I coated it with a black stamping pad prior to running it through my Big Shot
• The stamp sets I used are Wicked Cool and Out on a Limb – perfect additions to the banner!
• The Designer Series Paper is Frightful Sight.  You'll get some of this paper when you attend the Halloween House Class Sept 29!  There's still room! 

Make sure you check back tomorrow and several times this week – there are COOL projects in store!  Here's the upcoming class list;

• Simply Scored Stamp Camp – Tuesday Sept 20 6:30pm
• Halloween Home Makeover Thursday Sept 29 6:30pm
• Hostess Club October 4,5 6:30pm
• Holiday Card Buffet October 12 9am-12noon

Blessings!

Have you seen the awesome little treat bags in the Holiday mini?  If you missed them, they are a MUST have!   the little 1 x 8 inch bags are so perfect for a little treat!   Check out the bucket of them I have ready for Jesse James Days in Northfield this weekend!

Aren't they cute?  These are filled with a little licorice but, check out what else you could do – and the possibilities don't stop there!  At 50 for $2.50 you'll want to order multiples to have on hand!

The toppers for these fun little (and versatile) bags are so simple.  Just fold over a 4" by 1 3/4" piece of cardstock.  I added a scallop square punch for a little pizzaz and then used the stamp set Batty For You with a 1 1/4" circle punch and there you have it!  Check out the set Batty For You – I have used this set so much for treats for this season!

And if those treats weren't enough. . . .check out what else I made!   A little chocolate, sweet and salt are a woman's friend!

I used the stamp set "Got Treats" for this one.

Pretzel rods covered with caramel, almond bark and some cute sprinkles.  Sorry though these, don't fit in the 1 x 8" bags in the mini catalog! 

I'm up early today for several reasons – I was very excited about clubs this week – several new club members – and oh boy were they happy to be here!   So much fun!!!!   Hostess club was a blast this month – wasn't it girls!   (There's always room for more if you want to get in on the action!).  One of the other reasons is my little buddy Barlow – the poor doggie is back to having seizures.  He has never had more than 1 in a day and none since we started him on medication in May.  Well yesterday he had 2 and he is sure having trouble with arthritis. . . . I'm a little concerned what the future holds.  OK, that's all for now – off to work!   Oh, yes a little update on the job.  It is going well.  Everyone is very nice. . . still learning names but, I'm getting there!

Blessings!

OK, I am really in the mode of gearing up my displays for upcoming fairs and craft shows because I have another cute project!  First, do you remember last spring when the petal cone die came out and I couldn't leave it alone?  Well, I got it out again. . . .

Isn't Frankie cute!   He was totally inspired by a sample shown at convention.  I think my trick or treaters would love to get their treasures in this little guy!  He's ridiculously cool!

Here's what I used;

• Big Shot;   Petal Cone and Tasteful Trim dies
• Punches;  3/4" circle, 1/2" circle, Round Tab
• Accessories; brads, dimensionals, sticky strip

That's it!  Quick and easy!  I think he'll have to be part of an upcoming Big Shot class!

Just a quickie (post that is) today. . . . I'm off to visit Grandpa and meet my dad today.  For those of you who follow me regularly, you'll remember that last year Grandma turned 100.  I haven't seen her for a few months so, I am excited to take her out for lunch. 

Remember, tell me your stories about making someone's day yesterday – if you share them we all get to smile!

Blessings!

Remember the awesome Halloween Decor class last year?  We ended up having several classes to accomodate everyone?  Well, here's a sneak peak of a Halloween Decor class for this year. . . . .

Isn't it cute?  The stamp set I used is a sneak peak from the Holiday Mini Catalog!  It's called "Out on a Limb".  So, don't delay in RSVP'ing for this class. . . remember last year was a full house!  Thursday, September 29 at 6:30pm. So, reserve the date and check back after Sept 1 to see the details! 

Other Updates!

Whew!  it was a great few days at the fair!  I loved meeting everyone and am excited for new club members, hostesses and class attendees!  Friday of this week I will be at the Pierce County Fair – in the round barn, so come and check it out!   I'll have some new projects – (hint- I received my pre-order products from the Holiday mini!). 

I'm busy putting the last touches on my outline for my MDS (My Digital Studio) class tonight. . . and getting ready for Big Shot class and Downline meeting later this week.   It will be a busy one! 

Have you ordered your ribbon shares yet?  I have group 3 done and am working on group 4, so let me know!  Check them out on my Product Shares page; 

Plus, I'm working on an announcement. . . but, I can't quite tell you the news just yet. . . . Stay tuned though!

Blessings!