What we made this month...

We made two of each card:

We used crystal effects on the can of sardines for a slimy gloss.

We used an oval punch to create the window to view the Happy Birthday on the inside. We also added chunky glitter to the balloon.

We played with the Color Wonder Crayons to create the watercolor effect. Also used the scallop punch for all the decorative edges. The inside of this card says, "From the Heart" so that it can be used for many different reasons.

February Stamping Class

Hey ladies, it's time for another class. This month we will be making 4 birthday cards and 2 get well/thinking of you cards. $15 gets you all the paper pre-cut, embellishments, envelopes, adhesive and instruction. Come have a fun girls' night out with us stampers. Reserve your seat by Thursday, February 4th, space is limited.

Who is coming:

Rachel L.
Ila Rae M.

Maybe:

Ashley L.

January Stamping Class

It's a new year and we are going to get started on some fun projects. My next class is this coming Saturday, January 9th 8pm-midnight. For a $15 fee you get to make 6 cards. I provide the paper already cut, all embellishments, envelopes, adhesive and the ideas. You just come and enjoy your girl's night out. I am not selling anything, so there is no pressure. We will be working on birthday cards and Valentine's cards.

Here is who I have attending so far:

Rachel L.
Ashley L.
Laura W.
Stacie S.
Ila Rae M.

If your name should be on this list, email me. I will be cutting paper on Thursday(so, I need a head count), and have limited seating, so reserve your spot today!

December Class

Okay, I know it hasn't been very long, but I wanted to make sure everyone could get their Christmas cards made and get them sent out in time. So, the next classes are:

Saturday, December 5th 7pm - midnight (that's this weekend!)
or
Wednesday, December 9th 7pm - midnight.

Again, you get to make 10 Christmas cards for only $15. Take advantage of this now, the price could very well be going up to $20 in January. Bring a black ink pad if you own one, and your favorite adhesive. These cards take a bit of time, but that's all depending on the quality you want them to be. So, plan on being here for awhile.

We always have treats, and a great time. Reserve your seat today!

November Creations.

Here's what we made this month:

Two of these. Snowflakes are embossed in white. Snowflake punch window to view the saying on the inside corner.

We made two of these. Tag punch window to view the image on the inside. The city here is stamped in navy, but we found it looked better in black.

We made two of these. The ornaments have crystal effects applied to make them look glossy and give them dimension.

We made one of these. This is a small note card you can use with a gift bag. The buckle was made with a punch and threaded with white ribbon.

We made one of these. The buckle and all other Santa coat details were created with punches.

We made two of these. The base of the card was made with clear acetate, and stamped on with StazOn ink. Brushed gold and copper cardstocks.

We attached the gold cardstock on the inside, someplace to write along with a background color for the outside.

November stamping classes

Okay ladies, so this is who I have coming to make 8 Christmas cards and 2 Thanksgiving/Thank You cards (Only $15? What a deal!):

Wednesday, November 18th 7pm-midnight

• Rachel L.
• Connie S.
• Ila Rae M.
• Stacie S.
• Monica C.

Saturday, November 21st 7pm-midnight

• Heidi M.
• Ashley L.

If you are not on one of the above lists, but should be, let me know ASAP. I am cutting paper tonight and tomorrow morning.

Our Creations!

So here is what we made last night: 2 copies of each - 1 fall card, 1 Halloween card, 3 Christmas cards.

Wednesday's class is still on!

Hey there gals!

My stamping class for this Wednesday (7pm-midnight) is still on! Message me today to save your seat. $15 for 10 cards: 2 fall, 2 Halloween, and 6 Christmas cards. In November we will mostly be doing Christmas cards and December will only be Christmas cards. It's going to be a blast! Let me know so I can cut enough paper and have plenty of embellishments on hand.

Creative Classes

Hey ladies,

Do you want to impress your friends or family with some handmade cards this year? Do you need a night out with the girls, no kids, no husbands? Do you want to learn how to stamp and be creative using different techniques and supplies? This is your chance to get some great ideas for cards, scrapbook layouts, and other creative projects. So, don’t miss out! Reserve your seat today. No need to worry if you aren’t crafty. I come up with the ideas, and cut the paper for you. All you do is assemble and add you own personal flair. No pressure, I’m not selling anything but creative inspiration.

All classes are held at my home on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7pm-12am.

The cost is $15 for 10 cards.

First classes are October 17 and 21: Autumn, Halloween and Christmas cards. Calendar coming soon to the bottom of this page.

My Craft (Escape) Room

This is my craft room, the room where I go to escape the chaos that my life entails. I walk in, shut the door, turn on some music and get creative. It is setup so I can stamp, scrapbook, wrap gifts, create fun artistic home decor, or just sit and get away from the kids. From my desk I can reach 2 turnabouts that hold dye ink and pigment ink. In front of me, I have tools like scissors, staples, adhesives, stamp cleaner, and markers and pens. To my left is a wall full of paper. Cardstock, designer papers, textured cardstock, scrapbook kits, and magazines and catalogs. On the wall to my right, there are ribbons, chipboard, metal accessories, drawers full of punches, sponges, watercolor tools, rub-ons, tools for dry and wet embossing, other kinds of ink pads, and a paper cutter. I also have drawers with different scrapbooks in progress. One for each child, a family scrapbook, one for my husband's childhood, and different vacations. I have my pictures (that are printed) organized in chronological order in a huge Creative Memories box. I also have loads of handmade cards filed in that flat rubbermaid container. Behind me is a closet full of rubber stamps. Large background stamps, regular sized stampes, and regular and jumbo wheeled stamps. If you notice the quote above my desk, "Too much of a good thing is wonderful!" It's the truth. Right to the left of the closet and to the right of the door is my embellishment station. A place where I can pound eyelets, attach brads, use the heat gun. Use a cutting blade and mat. This is also where I store beads, rhinestone brads, buttons, and below are scrapbooks that need to be filled with creative inspiration and photographic memories.