Cupcake Wars??

Good Morning, Stampers! I LOVE CUPCAKES! So, when Shelli posted a Creative Challenge for March that features cupcakes (see the challenge here) I just knew I needed to participate! I don't watch much t.v., however, I really do enjoy watching Cupcake Wars on the Food Channel. This was the inspiration for my cupcake challenge entry: Yes, ALL of these cupcakes are made from Stampin' Up! products!!

From left to right:

A Triple Chocolate Chip layered cupcake topped with a ribbon of Espresso. The holder is created with a Very Vanilla and Champagne Glass Glitter perfect setting

A Whisper White Itty Bitty flower cupcake topped with a Dazzling Diamond Strawberry. The holder is created with a Red Glimmer paper perfect setting.

A Daffodil Delight pompom cupcake topped with a Vanilla Rosette. The holder is created with a Shimmery White perfect setting. ALMOST good enough to eat!!

Wish me luck!

Happy Stampin'!!

April Framed Art

Good Morning, Stampers! Here is the Framed Art for the month of April - Happy Spring (or Easter). The class is Monday, April 4th @ 7pm. If you are unable to make the class, this is also available as a kit. The fee is $10 without the frame or $15 including the frame. Contact me to reserve your space/kit! Happy Stampin'!

Weekly 3/$5 Class

Good Morning, Stampers!

Here are the cards we will be making this week at my 3/$5 class. All 3 of these cards can be completed in under 1 hour! Can't make the class? This is available as a kit, too!

Happy Stampin'!

Fun Flowers Bookmark Kit

Good Morning, Stampers! I have a new kit to share with you today! The Fun Flowers Bookmarks are so full of texture & shimmer you'll want one in every color! This sample is shown in Daffodil Delight but YOU choose ANY Stampin' Up! color you'd like! Each kit is $3.95 and includes step by step instructions and all of the supplies to create your bookmark (Antique brad styles will vary) (Shown here with my Stampin' Bible)

Happy Stampin'!

Simple Monkey

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This little monkey comes from the Fox & Friends stamp set (w117020 $18.95- c118565 $14.95) This stamp set is great for kids of all ages!


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Fast & Fabulous Friday

Good Morning, Stampers!

My Fast & Fabulous Friday project for you today is this simple Easter Card. I stamped the eggs from the Easter Blossoms stamp set (w121905 $25.95 - c122057 $18.95) in several Soft Subtles colors and the sentiment in Chocolate Chip. I added the Eyelet Border Punch (119853 $15.95) along the bottom & lots of Dazzling Diamonds glitter (102023 - $4.50) on the eggs to make them sparkle!

Happy Stampin'!

Good Morning, Stampers!

Here is an adorable little notecard featuring the Easter Blossom's stamp set (w121905 $25.95 - c122057 $18.95) & the Boho Blossoms punch (119858 - $16.95) These would make cute Easter basket tags, don't you think?

1. Cut a 2" x 4" piece of Peach Parfait cardstock.
2. Punch a 2" piece of Whisper White cardstock using the Dotted Scallop Ribbon border punch. Adhere to Peach Parfait DSP & adhere to card.
3. Punch blossoms from Baja Breeze cardstock & distress with Moonlight Smooch
4. Punch blossoms using Always Artichoke cardstock & cut to create leaves.
5. Stamp sentiment.
6. Adhere blossoms & leaves to card.

Happy Stampin'!!

Simply Adorned & Sale-A-Bration

Good Morning, Stampers!

Our Simply Adorned jewelry line offers high quality charms in a variety of shapes and sizes. You can show off your artistic talents or simply insert a photo. Either way, you are sure to get lots of "OOHS & AAHHS" when you sport this beauty!

Take advantage of the Sale-A-Bration promotion and receive a FREE SALE-A-BRATION product when you order the Simply Adorned charm (116798), chain (116800) & Charming Stamp Set (w116519)

To create charm:

1. Stamp in More Mustard ink on Very Vanilla cardstock insert.

2. Color flower image directly onto the stamp using Cherry Cobbler & Always Artichoke markers and stamp onto the Very Vanilla insert.

3. Paint flowers with Moonlight Smooch Peralized Accent Ink.

4. Adhere pearls to the center of the flowers.

5. Punch a piece of Cherry Cobbler cardstock using the Dotted Scallop Border Punch and adhere to the insert.

6. Insert into charm & embellish with ribbons, baubles, etc.

This would make a great Mother's day gift!

Happy Stampin'!

Only 9 days remain!

Good Morning, Stampers!

There are only 9 days left to take advantage of the Sale-A-Bration Promotion! Don't miss out on your opportunity to earn FREE stamps!!

Enter to win!

Place an order with me from March 22 - March 25

and automatically be entered into a drawing for a

FREE Level 2 Hostess clear stamp set

Something To Celebrate

Contact me to place an order. Not valid on current orders.

View the Sale-A-Bration Brochure here

Good Luck & Happy Stampin'!!

Another April "Sneek Peek"

Good Morning, Stampers!

Have I mentioned before how much I L O V E this new Paisley Petals Designer Paper (122367 $9.95)?? The colors are so vibrant & rich-looking! I created this little note with the new products from the upcoming 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog. Beginning April 1st, you too, can get you hands on these products! Stay tuned for all of the details on the upcoming April Spring is Blossoming promotion!
Happy Stampin'!

Weekly 3/$5 Class - Spring is in the Air

Good Morning, Stampers!

Here are the cards for my 3/$5 we will be making this week. The theme is Spring is in the Air. Create all three of these cards in under an hour! Can't make the class? A kit is available, too!

Happy Stampin '!

Fun Flower Basket

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This project was shown in the April Edition of Stampin' Success - a Demonstrator Only publication. This is too cute to not pass on! It was created with the Island Floral (118871 $21.95) & Fun Flowers (121812 $32.95) Bigz XL Sizzix dies You can find all of the supplies & instructions here

Happy Stampin'!

Fast & Fabulous Friday - Sale A Bration Style

Good Morning, Stampers!

It is FRIDAY!! Time for a Fast & Fabulous project in under 5 minutes! Today's project is a 6x6 scrapbook page featuring the Sale-A-Bration 'freebies" Ice Cream Parlor DSP (122242) & ribbon (123529) There are only 13 more days to get your hands on these FREE products!

1. Cut polka dot DSP to 6x6
2. Run a 4 1/8" x 4 1/8" piece of Daffodil Delight thru the Sizzix Big Shot using the Framed Tulips embossing folder (121809 $7.95).
3. Tie a ribbon knot around square & adhere to page.
4. Punch a 1 3/4" circle in Tempting Turquiose & adhere to page.
5. Punch a 1 3/8" circle in Pacific Point & adhere to page.
6. Punch a 2 1/2" circle in Pumpkin Pie & adhere to page using dimensionals.
7. Add 3 Quick Accent circles.

With all of the Quick Accents that are included in the kit, this can easily be adapted to any size scrapbook page!

Happy Stampin'!!

A Special Note from Stampin' Up!

Relief Efforts In Japan

Like all of you, we are deeply saddened by the recent earthquake in Japan and Pacific Tsunami. Our hearts go out to all of those who were affected. On behalf of our Demonstrators & Customers, Stampin' Up is making a donation to the American Red Cross' Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund.

If you would like more information on the relief fund, please visit the

American Red Cross web page

Happy St. Patty's Day!

Top O' the Mornin', Stampers!

Enjoy all things GREEN today!

Happy Stampin'!

3/$5 Class

Good Morning, Stampers!

This week's 3/$5 class is being held at my house due to student testing at the Center. The theme for this week is Spring Flowers...

Happy Stampin'!