On the Twelfth Day of Christmas

On the twelfth day of Christmas:


I want to wish all of you Season's Greetings. May your holidays be filled with many blessings. Thank you Deanna for sharing your card!

The Eleventh Day of Christmas

On the eleventh day of Christmas a stamping friend sent to me:


Holiday Greetings using the Holiday Lineup stamp set. Thank you Robin! I love how she threaded the ribbon through part of the card using the Slot Punch.

The Tenth Day of Christmas

On the tenth day of Christmas a stamping friend sent to me:


A cute little snowman card to go with the foot of snow we have received in the last 8 hours. Thank you Carol for the Christmas greetings!

The Ninth Day of Christmas

After the eighth day of Christmas, our children started to arrive home and I somehow lost track of time. How nice it is to see everyone! With a little help from my friends I am going to post the remainder of The 12 Days of Christmas Cards before we leave for the airport to pick up the last child to return home!


This card was made using the Scallop Die. We made this card at a Christmas Card Workshop held back in November (what seems like ages ago!).

The Eighth Day of Christmas

On the eighth day of Christmas:


It is snowing again outside, so in the hopes of a "White Christmas" I am posting this snowflake card. The Big Shot and assorted dies have been a big hit this fall. Don't have one yet? Now is the time to take advantage of the Stampin'Up! Specials--free shipping, numerous discounts--check them out here. Let me know what is on your Christmas Wish List.

The Seventh Day of Christmas

On the seventh day of Christmas:


We put up our Christmas Tree! So it is fitting to share this Christmas Tree card.

The Sixth Day of Christmas

On the sixth day of Christmas:


I want to share with you a handcrafted card made with banana bark. Food For The Poor started its Banana Bark program to help the destitute of the Caribbean by creating hundreds of jobs. Bark shed naturally by banana trees is gathered and handcrafted to create this beautiful Banana Bark card. Want to see more cards or learn more more about Food For The Poor, go to www.foodforthepoor.org

The Fifth Day of Christmas

On the fifth day of Christmas:


I decided to look at things differently. This may sound a bit deep but those of you that know me well will understand. Perhaps we spend way too much time worrying about that perfect gift idea or our holiday menu. Take a moment to step out of yourself and the holiday madness and peak down from the top (like the view of the snowman). Do you like what you see?

The Fourth Day of Christmas

On the fourth day of Christmas a stamping friend sent to me:


I love how she cut the tailgate open and inserted a Christmas tree. Thank you Kelly for this idea (another Kelly--I know three other Kelly's, must be a popular name)! So is your Christmas tree up yet? I am trying to decide whether to put up our tree this weekend or wait and do it as a family once everyone gets home. Any thoughts?

The Third Day of Christmas

On the third day of Christmas:


I found this really "sweet" card. It is a slider card I received from a recent swap. Debby K created this card. For a tutorial on how to make a slider card, click here. The rick rack was made using the Scallop Edge Punch.

The Second Day of Christmas

On the second day of Christmas a stamping friend sent to me:


I love vertical stamps--just wish Stampin' Up! carried more. Thank you Kelly for this lovely card!!!

The 12 Days of Christmas Cards

Welcome to The 12 Days of Christmas Cards for 2008! Last year I ran 12 different card ideas--some mine, some from others (if you send me a handmade Christmas Card you may see your card in lights) in a 12 days of Christmas fashion! There was some discussion among my husband and I about when this traditionally should start and whether it should be a countdown or countup! Then I had this idea: "It is my blog and I can do it anyway I want!" Enjoy!!!

On the first day of Christmas:


Send out a Go Green card--reduce, reuse, recycle! I love this card because it is a remake from other old cards. It doesn't matter if the cards that were cut up were Christmas Cards or not because they were cut into pieces to form the boot. This same idea could be used with a Christmas Tree. So save this year's Christmas Cards and see what you can come up with--and if you make a mistake just grind it up to make guinea pig bedding!

Too Stinkin' Cute

Normally I only post cards and scrapbook pages but I am feeling Grandmotherly (no reason though!!) and fell in love with these soft soled baby shoes. The baby modeling them can be seen here. He is too stinkin' cute, also. The pattern is free at Tacky Living.

'I Wish‘ 6×6 Photo Fold-Out Photo Holder

Surfing along today, I found this darling project that uses 1/2 of the 'I Wish' Simply Scrappin' Kit on Amy Celona's Blog. Check out her creative ideas here.

Something Old, Something New

This has been sitting in my folder waiting to be posted since last Christmas! It came from Wendy - thanks for sharing!

Sorry You Couldn't Join Us

These are the cards we made at the Christmas Card Workshop yesterday. Everyone enjoyed them (sorry the ones with glitter did not upload as sparkly).

WOW Workshop

My Big Shot sure has gotten a workout this past week! We've been busy making cards and projects. Check out the following cards:

My Favorite Big Shot Die

My favorite die for the new Big Shot is the Top Note Bigz Die. Not only does this die work in the Big Shot but can also be used in other machines (for example, the Cuttlebug). Check out the following two cards to see how the Top Note Bigz die changes the overall effect.

World Card Making Day

Hope you had a chance to enjoy World Card Making Day. Following are some of the cards we made:

Big Shot

The Sizzix Big Shot for Stampin' Up! product line is a big deal! With the Big Shot you can cut over 50 different material types and duplicate creative and intricate designs quickly and easily. Stampin' Up! has designed exclusive dies that coordinate with current Stampin' Up! product lines--such as stamps and punches--as well as Sizzix dies that coordinate with the Stampin' Up! look and feel. The product line will continue to expand, so check back to see what exciting new things are on the way. Want to see the Big Shot in action? Host a workshop! Contact me today to learn more about the Big Shot.

Fall Frenzy Workshops

It is time to ramp up for Fall Frenzy--so many new Stampin' Up stamps and new products! Thank you to everyone for being so patient with my situation these last six months. I have missed all of you, the fun times, and great cards.

I am going to do something similar to what I did back in February--lots of workshop opportunities!!! Mark your calendars now! I will be offering a lot of new ideas, techniques and some fun new projects! Print the dates off so you can share them with friends and have a copy for yourself.

Saturday, October 4th, 10AM to Noon WORLD CARD MAKING DAY

A great way to start Fall Frenzy and celebrate World Card Making Day. Make six cards for the same low cost of ten dollars. All six cards will use new products and new stamp sets from the new Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog. Wait until you see these fun ideas. Reserve your spot by Wednesday, October 1st or sooner if possible.

Tuesday, October 7th, 7PM to 9PM WORLD CARD MAKING DAY

Couldn't make it Saturday...join us for the same cards!

Saturday, October 18th, 10AM to Noon WOW WORKSHOP

Join me for a workshop using the new Stampin' Up Big Shot. This new product works well with folders and die cuts offered by other manufacturers. Come see the die cuts offered only by Stampin' Up and all the unique things you can do with them--not just card fronts. We will create four cards and four projects, all for ten dollars. Reserve your spot by Wednesday, October 15th or sooner if possible. I will be limiting the number of spots so call early to get your name on the list.

Tuesday, October 21st, 7PM to 9PM WOW WORKSHOP

Couldn't make it Saturday...join us for the same cards and projects!


Saturday, November 1st, 10AM to Noon CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOP

Haven't gotten around to making those Christmas cards yet...no worry! Come and make as many cards as you want--eight cards for 12 dollars (eight different ideas), 16 cards for 20 dollars (two cards of each idea). Reserve your spot by Wednesday, October 29th or sooner if possible. Do you want to create your own card and come make cards while socializing with friends--the more the merrier! Contact me and we will sit down to figure out what you need, order it and have everything ready for that day.

No Tuesday Workshop VOTE

Saturday, November 15th, 10AM to Noon BOXES, BAGS, AND LIL' BEAUTIES

Start thinking about how you will wrap your Christmas presents in a homemade box or bag. Are you giving home baked treats to friends and neighbors? Come check out some sweet ideas to present them in. Are you giving gift cards? Come check out new gift cardholder ideas. This was a favorite workshop last year and promises to be better this year! Four boxes, four bags, and four gift cardholders (all with directions so you can go home and make more) for only 15 dollars. Reserve your spot by Saturday, November 1st or sooner if possible so I can be sure to order enough Designer Series Paper.

Tuesday, November 18th, 7PM to 9PM BOXES, BAGS, AND LIL' BEAUTIES

Couldn't make it Saturday...join us for the same projects!

Saturday, December 6th, 10AM to Noon LAST MINUTE GIFT IDEAS UNDER $5

This workshop will be a fun way to pick up those last minute gift ideas for co-workers, neighbors, teachers, etc These cute little Secret Santa gift ideas will serve you well all year long. Pick and choose which gifts you want to make. The first gift is five dollars, the second gift four dollars, the more you make the cheaper they get. Reserve your spot by Monday, December 1st or sooner if possible.


That's the workshop schedule for the rest of the year. Watch for a separate email regarding the new Project Classes I am starting and watch for even more ideas come January--A Few of MY Favorite Sayings, Catch A Star, etc. Don't forget Sell-A-Bration starts in February. You can earn free stamp sets for product purchased in February and March. This is a good time to book a workshop in your own home so your friends can earn free stamp sets as well. Ask me for details!

Remember you can invite as many friends as you would like to any of the workshops. Any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Reserve your New Stampin' Up! Catalog

Mark the date!!!

Tuesday, August 12th from 7-9 PM at Cyndee's House

The unveiling of the new FALL-WINTER 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

plus Three free Make and Takes and snacks (bring a friend and get a surprise)

Reserve your catalog now--cost is only $5 plus you will get a coupon for $10 dollars off your first order placed in August!!!

Email me today to reserve your catalog.

Shoe Box Stamping Party

It has been too long since I have had a chance to stamp so I am having a Shoe Box Stamping Party on Saturday, July 12. Check back after Saturday and I will post card samples. This will be a good time to catch up and have some fun with the ladies. Looking forward to seeing all of you!!!

Wedding Card

Here is the Wedding Card I have been giving for weddings this summer--it is so eloquent looking yet so easy to make! Enjoy!!

Surprise

For those of you who are still checking my blog--surprise! I have finally updated. Thank you for being so patient with me these last few weeks. I made the following cards at a workshop hosted by my upline (the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator I signed up under). I used the flowers from our Flower Fusion--custom-colored felt flowers that come in 14 flower designs in 3 colors. More than 130 individual pieces packaged in a fun tin. Hope you enjoy them! I promise to post again soon.

Let's Get Punchy

Who doesn't love punches...there are so many ways to use them! Come to the next workshop on Tuesday, March 18th from 6:30PM to 8:30PM and learn new ways to use the scallop punch, tab punch, word window, even the most common circle punch. You will make six very fun and clever cards for only ten dollars. Reserve your spot by Monday, March 17th. Hope you can join us!
This card we made as a bonus card at the last workshop (I used it as a reminder to myself to tell the ladies about the workshop -- otherwise, I am sure I would have forgotten).

Thinking Ahead

Can't believe I am thinking ahead to March and it is still February but I wanted to show you again how to use the Scallop Punch to make cute little treats you can share for St. Patrick's Day--this time around I am calling them my Peppermint Paddies. This set, called Pinch Proof, from the new caddy is so much fun to play with. Thank you Thelma for letting me borrow it--I might just have to buy one for my own use!

A Link to Splitcoaststampers

I've seen numerous versions of this cute little card on Splitcoaststampers. I love this website and all the wonderful ideas that you can CASE (Copy and Steal Everything). I've added a new link on the sidebar to the right that will take you directly to this fantastic website.

Card Swaps

I've been busy working on two card swaps. I made 24 of these using the Faux Tile Technique (unfortunately, the photo doesn't show it very well). Using the scoring blade on the paper cutter, I scored diagonal lines, in both directions, one inch apart. This reminds me of a lattice fence. I used Blossoms Abound and Full of Life (from the new Occasions Mini Collection 2008 which starts March 1st)


and 20 of these Z-fold cards(perhaps my favorite card lately). I used Embrace Life and DSP Ginger Blossoms. I can't wait until I receive 44 new card ideas!

A Splash of Color

Today's workshop included a lot of new techniques.

Another New Post!

I haven't loaded many new cards lately so if it seems like I am all of a sudden uploading cards like crazy, I am! The featured stamp set today is Garden Whimsy. It makes me long for Spring--which the groundhog said would only be six weeks away and that was last week--only five weeks now!!! Maybe???