Happy Halloween

We did a little pumpkin carving here this weekend. Nicholas really got into it with dad, but Benjamin said he prefers to carve cakes than pumpkins. And me...I just take pictures and clean up !!

Nicholas is such a goof when the camera is out! Here he is carving up his pumpkin with a drill!


This year he decided to make an Android
pumpkin even tho he has an iPhone!

These are my husbands creations. I was wondering why he wanted to buy those gourds, now we all know. *Ü*

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Happy Halloween!

Evening Bag Clutch

I love this Silver Glimmer Paper! It's too bad you really can't see just HOW much it sparkles in the photo!! I made this evening bag clutch gift card wallet with the pattern in the 12 Days of Christmas 2011 edition.

I'll show you how I made the ribbon roses, but let me tell you, I am no expert. I watched several You Tube videos to try to figure it out. It's not hard at all, it's just a lot to hold onto at once.

Start with the ribbon on the roll (because I have no idea how much it really takes) and tie a knot in the end.
Start rolling the ribbon around the knot. You can twist it if you want it to be fuller.


Once you have it the desired size, then cut it from the roll, leaving a very short tail.

Stick it to several (like 10!) Mini Glue Dots or one large glue dot.

Peel from the Glue Dot Paper and attach to the project.

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Thank You Cards

I took this idea from a card on page 218 of the Idea Book & Catalog.

Cardstock: Baja Breeze, Perfect Plum, Marina Mist, More Mustard, First Edition DSP

Stamp Set: Flower Fancy, Curly Cute

Accessories: Designer Frames Textures Embossing Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslit, Big Shot, Linen Thread, Scallop Border Punch, Paper Piercing Tool & Mat

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There are so many benefits of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, including a 20 percent product discount!

A free monthly issue of Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only magazine, Stampin' Success!

Sneak peeks at brand-new products!

Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!

Regular get-togethers to stamp!

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U Rock My World

A couple of weeks ago I stamped a bunch of Falling Gently leaves on First Edition Designer Series Paper. This is the second card style I made with them.

I often will make a bunch of backgrounds and stamp them out and keep them on hand to finish later. Especially seasonal stamp styles like these.

Cardstock: Pool Party, Early Espresso, More Mustard, Very Vanilla, Pear Pizzazz
Stamp Set: Gently Falling, Perfect Words
Accessories: Blossom Party die-cut, Elegant Lines Embossing folder, BIG SHOT!!, pearls

Four Million Blog Hits!

Sometime in the middle of Friday night I hit 4 MILLION BLOG HITS!!!!! It's so unbelievable to think that in just 4 short years, I've had 4 million visitors! WOW!! Thank you, thank you!! That is so exciting!!

For those of you who prefer to receive your blog updates through RSS feed, I keep forgetting to tell you that I have that installed under the Subscribe to My Blog feature on the left hand sidebar.

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Spice Cake Designer Series Paper
Stamp Set: Gently Falling, Bring on the Cake
Accessories: Designer Frames Textured Embossing Folder, Peach Parfait Stitched Poly Ribbon, Subtles Designer Buttons, Circle Fire Brads

Well Worn Pedestal Stands

A few pedestal stands and candy made with the Well Worn Designer Series Paper.

If you would like to make some of these, the pattern and instructions are in the 12 Days of Christmas 2011 edition tutorial available on the right hand side bar or the tutorials page.

Poor Sarah...it took me the longest time to figure out what her problem was. If only she could talk! *Ü*

Super Sweet Gifts!

I received the most delightful package in the mail - sugar cookies from a blog fan!! Tiffany Thorpe of Tiffany's Sweet Spot took the time to personalized these and mail them to me! {Squeal} Thank you Tiffany - you certainly brightened my day!!

Isn't that sweet? Get it...sweet... ah ha!!


These are little works of art!

No, I'm not going to eat them, are you kidding me?! *Ü*

Awesome Promotions!

These were sent out for September promotions to Sr. Associate in my Inking Everything team! Way to go girls!! Enjoy your sparkles!

The cards were made by stamping Falling Gently leaves on First Edition Designer Series Paper then running them through an embossing folder in the Big Shot. They are embellished with Fun Flowers die-cuts and the new Spice Cake giant buttons.
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And speaking of the Big Shot...

How would YOU like to have one absolutely FREE??

From now until the end of October, when you join the Stampin' Up! family, you get a Big Shot absolutely FREE. You already have a Big Shot? Then you get $100 in FREE merchandise of YOUR choice. How can you say no to that?? What a great promotion!!

If you've been looking for an opportunity to do what you love, while getting a 20% discount on your favorite products, now is the perfect time!

In addition, the new-demonstrator Starter Kit--a steal at just $175--it contains over $345 worth of stamp sets, card stock, ink, accessories, and business supplies-everything you need to start your new business.

There are so many benefits of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, including a 20 percent product discount!

A free monthly issue of Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only magazine, Stampin' Success!

Sneak peeks at brand-new products!

Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!

Regular get-togethers to stamp!

Free access to an online community of 30,000+ crafters/stampers and creative artists, as well as 160,000+ project samples!

Plus, access to an exclusive video and training for your new Big Shot!

Joining my Inking Everything team has bonuses too - you get access to our private blog, exclusive projects just for you and complimentary copies of all my tutorials - including the new 12 Days of Christmas!!

Don't miss this BIG deal! Join today right

HERE. Let's get going, Big Shot!! *Ü*

October Stamp Clubs

Stamp Club projects for this month. A couple of Halloween and Fall items. Thanks to Twila Davis on the great idea for the tiny Reese's pumpkins. They are made with the scallop circle punch.
I'm loving that Stampin' Up! is now selling the long skinny cello bags. They make the most adorable treats! This topper uses the new Peekaboo Frames Die-Cut.

Pumpkin box made from two Mini Milk Carton Die-Cuts.

12th Day of Christmas

Day 12

Gift Bags

Making your own gift bags couldn't get any easier!

Thank you so much for all of your generous comments and enthusiasm during the 12 preview days! I had such a great time creating these and I can't wait for you to have the instructions. So without further ado...

2011 Edition of the 12 Days of Christmas is now available!

The 12 Days of Christmas 2011 tutorial contains the written instructions, patterns and step by step photos for creating all 12 projects previewed from October 1-12, 2011.

$12.95

You can order tutorials from the right hand sidebar or on the tutorials page.

11th Day of Christmas

Day 11

Snowman Ornaments

Who doesn't love a snowman? This no melt type come complete with water coloring instructions.

10th Day of Christmas

Day 10

Gift Box With a Scrapbook Top!

That pretty much says it all.

9th Day of Christmas

Day 9

Belly Band Cards

Fun folds with belly bands, something different for Christmas cards.

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8th Day of Christmas

Day 8

Holiday Handbags

Who wouldn't want a new purse for Christmas? Small gift size, perfect for jewelry, gift cards or candies.