Becca the Birthday Girl

Becca was a birthday girl yesterday.  She was so exhausted after her 24 hour challenge.  I think the best present was sleep!  Here's the card I made for her:

Stamp: iPodabella

Cardstock: Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, and Certainly Celery patterned dsp

Ink: Basic Black ink pad and the following markers: Blushing Bride, Regal Rose, Certainly Celery, Tempting Turquiose, Cajun Craze

Accessories: heat tool, liquid applique' and a rhinestone

Tomorrow I'll feature the card my sister made for Becca.  Happy Sunday!

Envelope Punch Board

Thursday evening, demonstrators were informed that the Envelope Punch Board was so popular that supplies were running low.  By yesterday afternoon, the item was put on backorder.  I'm glad I've got mine.  Check out my pretty envie!

This pretty envie goes with a birthday card for a lovely young lady.  I'll be posting her card tomorrow.  Happy Birthday, Becca!

Everyday Occasions

Yesterday, Stampin' Up! released the Everyday Occasions cardmaking kit.  You get everything you need - cardstock, envelopes, stamps, ink, and accessories - to create 20 cards for almost every occasion!  Click here to see the flyer

Supplies of the new envelope punch board are running low.  Get your now before they go on back order.



As promised, here is the birthday card I made for my sister.  She and my brother-in-law are partners in a California winery.  This card seemed appropriate for the celebration.

Happy Birthday, Sis!

Wahoo!

Today's card is from the September Paper Pumpkin kit.  All supplies you need to create a fun project - paper, stamps, ink, and accessories.

It's a great card to use for special achievements like graduations or promotions.

Today is my sister's birthday; so I'll post her birthday card tomorrow.  Can't have any peeking.

Bite Me!

Yesterday, Stampin' Up! release a new photopolymer stamp set that's perfect for Halloween - Bite Me!

Check here to view flyer

Today is Gaylene's birthday.  I made a Z fold card for here in green (her favorite color).

To make this card take 12x12 cardstock cut off a piece at 5-1/4".  Then score at 4-1/4", flip over and score at 8-1/2".  Easy, peasy!  These cards are great when you've got lots of writing or need to have the office sign it for a co-worker.  Happy Birthday, Gaylene!

Weekend Wedding

My sister, Melissa, made today's card.  She, her husband and another couple went to their friend's daughter's wedding here in Illinois.  I got to be "Auntie Karen" to the girls and pets.  We had a great time together eating pizza and watching FoodTV.  Elton, the dog, is the best foot warmer!

Stamp Set: Best of Brides & Babies

Cardstock: Whisper White, Brushed Silver

Ink: VersaMark

Accessories: Heat tool, silver emboss powder

The stamp set is from the Best of 25 years Stampin' Up anniversary sets.  The card is simple and elegant.  Perfect for a wedding.  Great job, Melissa!

First Day of Fall

It's the first day of Fall.  The air felt just a little bit crisp this morning when I took the dog out for his morning walk.

Stamp set: Gently Falling

Cardstock: Pool Party, Crushed Curry, Very Vanilla and Spice Cake dsp

Ink: More Mustard, Crushed Curry, Pool Party

Accessories: 1/4" More Mustard grosgrain ribbon

Nothing says Fall like leaves; so my card today showcases leaves.  I used the More Mustard ink for the outline and Crushed Curry for the body of the leaf and acorn.  I used the Pool Party for the outline and then stamped off once for the body of the leaf.  This card is a good example of two-step stamping.

Enjoy the first day of Fall!