Here’s the 2nd Christmas stamp-a-stack class projects that I’m holding Thur. Oct. 22. You still have time to register – email me or leave a message here. Cost of the class is $25 and you will make 3 each of the 4 cards here. If you’d like to make any of these cards individually, contact me for a supply list and a bundled supply discount!
These cards were made at my Christmas SAS class in September. I have another class with all new card designs on Oct. 22 with space for more people…if you’re interested in signing up, please email me: millerhouse@shaw.ca
If you’d like a list of supplies used for these cards, please leave me a message or email me and I will send them to you.
Here’s a look at some of the scrapbooking I got done during my retreat at Pender Harbour. When I go away and host the event, my main goal is to assist everyone in getting their projects done and choosing layouts, colour schemes etc. that they are happy with. I played around with my Sizzix machine a lot, as I’ve got some new dies I wanted to try. There’s so much to do with the Sizzix, and I don’t use it to its full potential yet. Anyway, here’s some scrapbook pages I worked on. Some need titles and journaling still, but that will happen this week before I put them away!
I spent an amazing weekend at my brother-in-law’s cabin in Madeira Park, Pender Harbour with some friends scrapbooking. The weather was glorious – full sunshine everyday. The view was spectacular (ocean front) and the company was totally entertaining. Here’s some photos of us “working” and of Marnie (not me) getting her groove on to Santana during a much needed creative break! I’ll post some of the finished products I was working on in the upcoming days.
After seeing so many cards using the Manhattan Flower textured impressions embossing folder I had to get one to see how it worked. It’s SO easy and gorgeous. It’s a Stampin’ Up! exclusive die made for the Sizzix (however it works with any die-cut machine). And it’s incredibly affordable ($10.95 Cdn). Stampin’ Up! has sized the die perfectly to fit across a regular cardfront. How easy is that?! I’m not sure who started this card, but I’ve seen a similar version in many different places – it’s CASEd (copy and share everything). Another thing I love about this card is the 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon in Basic Black!! I’m so glad the new 2009/2010 catalogue includes it.
This is a great card to make several of and leave off the “sentiment” until you need it. It covers all basis: birthday, sympathy, thank you, and more!
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I LOVE LOVE LOVE this stamp set and because of the price, I hesitated for a long time before buying it. I’m so glad I bit the bullet and did it. It’s so versatile, simple, and cute! This is very monochromatic and quick card to create. Again, an inspiration from last year’s convention swaps (YES, you need to come next summer). I just see so many different combinations possible with this stamp set. You can create family name placards, name tags, and so much more. To get “perfect” people, I recommend using the Stamp-a-ma-jig to set all the pieces in harmony.
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I’m starting to incorporate punches into my cards in a different way. I’ve signed up for an online “punch” class from a fellow Stampin’ Up! demonstrator who is a creative wizard when it comes to all those punches. Check out Natasha’s blog for pure inspiration. While this card didn’t come from one of Natasha’s designs, I’m hoping to complete her class and offer a punch club of my own, so I produced this card with inspiration from a swap that came from last year’s Convention – sorry, don’t know who the original designer is.
Products used:As a Stampin’ Up demonstrator, there are some new rules to follow regarding promoting other company’s products, and with that, there is going to be less “blog candy” give-aways on Stampin’ Up! demonstrator sites. However, even before “the rules” take effect, this great blog is offerring SU products as blog candy. You must check out Sandra Ferrell’s blog! Good luck.
Stampin’ Up!’s new butterfly punch allows me to make cards so quickly and easily. They’re simple, but delightful! This card is from my basic card class. This would make a great stamp-a-stack class because of how quickly you can assemble everything.
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Ok so this is over a year late in getting scrapbooked, but it got done and that’s the main thing. My inspiration was from a layout in Creating Keepsakes magazine using many photos on one page. I liked it because I could capture “moments” without having to use several pages for one event.
How it came together: I painted chipboard letters, but since all Stampin’ Up!’s in colors are only available in classic inks, I made my own Pacific Pointe craft ink. YES you can do it too. You will end up with a slightly lighter variation, but the tone is identical. You need to mix white craft ink refill with your in color classic ink refill. And voila – you’re ready to go. See photo….
If this looks even slightly fun, you need to find out how to join me next year in Salt Lake City – JOIN me. My team is growing and it’s going to be a great year to be with Stampin’ UP! Check out my SU website for more information.
