Greeting Card Kids Goes Vintage

Here she comes again!  We'll be visiting with this little vintage lady at our November Stamp Shoppe on 11/12 & 11/13 but I wanted to show you another way in which she simply lights up the room. Did you know that using the color pink in holiday projects is really hot this season; especially when partnering Real Red with Blushing Bride (click here to see more about Blushing Bride)?  Grab the Greeting Card Kids set #120633, Crochet Trim Ribbon #118481, Newsprint Designer Series Paper* #117166 and you're well on your way to completing this sweet greeting. 

*Click here to see a completely different use for the Newsprint Designer Series Paper. 

Mini Lunch Sack Sweetness

The little Mini Lunch Sacks aren't your ordinary brown bags... These cuties have scalloped edges and endless possibilities!  Check out a couple of ideas to get your creative juices flowing... But first, it all starts right here with these cute unadorned Mini Lunch Sacks (#121031):

Idea #1

A little ribbon and a sweet button goes a very long way to making a simple yet sassy gift package. The small box was made using the Big Shot (#113439), the Match Box Die (#114890) and the Tags till Christmas Bundle 1 set.

Idea #2

I love this gift bag - just think of the countless things that could be nestled in this little hostess gift bag! There are a couple of key components that make this thank you treat so special.  Autumn Spice Designer Series Paper (the colors are rich & the textures are stunning!) #120808, Linen Thread #104199, Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon #120999 and The Day of Gratitude Stamp Set (click here for other projects using this set) #120999.

Idea #3

This little ditty comes to life with the Holiday Gift Packaging Bundle #124084 available now though Dec. 19th. Add Deck the Hall Designer Series Paper #120810 and some Whisper White Satin Ribbon #114616 for the final touch.   



BINGO goes the extra mile!

B-I-N-G-O! Last weekend, a group of 25 of my fellow stampin' chics got together for a weekend away.  Yup!  25 chics in a laid back cabin setting on Canandaigua Lake with hours and hours of creative opportunities and just plain 'ole fun. I loved it!  My colleague Jen made a set of holiday Bingo cards (very similar to the shown) and we had a ball using them!  Now, as much as I love the holiday theme featuring the Jolly Bingo Bits #120857, I have also created the Bingo cards using the Every Little Bit Set #120558 for an all occasion game. 



Every Little Bit: Wood mount (117096). Clear mount (120558)

It's easy to bring these stamp sets to another level.  It would be a snap to use the Jolly Bingo Bits to create holiday gift tags. Grab the Decorative Label Punch #120907 and the Jolly Bingo Bits and viola, it's done!   



And how about this... Simply ink up the Bingo Card Stamp with a marker (just don't ink up the top area with the BINGO letters) and stamp it on card stock. Choose your favorite Every Little Bit stamps or the Jolly Bingo Bits and go to town.  Add a small ditty of ribbon (I really dig the texture of the Blushing Bride Stiched Poly Ribbon 119267 & use it whenever I can!) and you're done!

Handmade Holidays Made Easy!

Get ready for the Holiday Season with this great Handmade Holiday offering. Purchase select products–perfect for Amazing cards, Beautiful packaging, and Cherished gifts–at a 20% discount for a limited time!

Click here for additional details about this wonderful promo-

Here's a look at what's in a couple of the bundles:
Vintage Christmas Bundle #124067 wood $23.92
Vintage Christmas Bundle #124068 clear $19.92

Contempo Christmas Card Bundle #124071 wood $20.72
Contempo Christmas Card Bundle #124072 clear $17.52

Tags Til Christmas Bundle 1 #124077 wood $38.32
Tags Til Christmas Bundle 1 #124078 clear $31.92

*See the photo below for a glimpse at the Tags Till Christmas Stamp Set. 

Tags Till Christmas Bundle 2  #124478 wood $38.32
Tags Till Christmas Bundle 2 #124477 clear $38.32



Simply Adorned Jewelry Collection

One of the best features of the Simply Adorned Jewelry Collection is the versatility and ability to create jewelry that will appeal to anyone on your gift list.  The charms open to allow the flexibility of changing the
little interior pieces of 'artwork' for the seasons, specials occasions or to match an outfit.  If Aunt Suzy likes vintage adornments, then we work that angle for her.  If Sister Stella prefers simple clean lines then we make that happen for her.  Click here to see visit the different jewelry collection pieces and as a side note... you'll want to make sure you have Basic Rhinestone Jewels and Basic Pearls Jewels on hand.  The smallest sizes of each fit beautifully within each charm for the perfect finishing touch!

Check out those sweet pearls... Gotta love 'em!

The Simply Adorned Holiday bundle includes the Charming Stamp Set.  Click here to see what the holiday bundle includes. 

November Stamp Shoppe Teaser!

Is this little vintage girl the sweetest or what?! And... for all of the simplicity that this little lady offers, this card is packed with subtle touches that add jazzy dazzle!  Is that even a word? ((wink!))

When making this card, you'll be able to play with the Big Shot machine & Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Crochet Ribbon, Vintage Brads (these are the nuts I tell ya, the absolute nuts!) and we'll be using the Aqua Painters to give the fur on this little lady's outfit the pizazz that it deserves. 

Aqua Painters are used with a variety of mediums to blend & pull colors together.



Mark your calender today for the next Stamp Shoppe on Friday November 12th from 6:30 - 9:30pm or Saturday, November 13th from 10am to 1pm.  Please RSVP today for either day & reserve your stampin space. Hope to see you there!

Note:  The little lady above is from the Greeting Card Kids stamp set.  So versatile, the set offers good ole' vintage cuteness for everyday and/or special times of year. 

Gratitude & Simplicity!

Simply said... I really 'dig' fall!  The crisp air, the fresh fragrances and the vibrant colors are worth celebrating...

I'd like to share a few projects with you; these are the essence of simplicity and ease.  These are all Stampin' Up! designs and use minimal supplies to create.  Enjoy this easy, 'can do' fall inspiration!

The Day of Gratitude Stamp Set is featured in the two cards and scrapbook page. 

Card Stock: Old Olive (#100702), Cajun Craze (#119684), Whisper White ( #100730) & Early Espresso (#119686)

Ink: Old Olive (#102277) & Cajun Craze #(119671)

Sassy Extras: Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon (#109054), Extra Large Label Punch (#120907) and Neutral Brads (#119736)

Cards for a Cause

Please join me (and a couple of my sassy colleagues as we lead the charge) and share a smile through hand stamped cards...
It is our goal to gather as many community members as possible to make cards for 3 groups that we hold near and dear; The Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester, our troops serving oversees and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Rochester.  Here's the who, when & what of how you can help!

Cards for a Cause: A FREE Charity Event!


Saturday October 2nd
Open House Hours from 10 am - 2 pm
Trinity Communion Church. 759 Winona Blvd, Rochester NY 14617 (near Titus & St. Paul Blvd)

Come and make 3 cards to donate to good causes (I'll show you what to do if you need guidance!)
1. A holiday card to be sent to troops serving in the military

2. A card of encouragement to support our local Ronald McDonald House & families in need.

3. A card of hope to be distributed via the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester to lend support to women and men battling breast cancer.

As my way of saying thank you, you'll make a 4th card to bring home with you on the day of the event. All materials are supplied by me for you!

** I will personally donate 10% of all orders placed on the day of the event. You may choose to have a portion of your purchase go to BCCR or RMDH.

* This is a free event. A purchase is not required to attend. Bring a friend (or two) and make Cards for a Cause!

Please RSVP by Sept. 30th so that I can have enough supplies ready for all of us to support these wonderful organizations and people. Thank you!

You can make a difference with this card of hope to support someone battling breast cancer. 
No worries, I'll show you how!

Wicked Halloween Card!

Now those are some seriously wicked boots!  This spook-tacular halloween card features some new treats to make your cards & scrapbook pages POP!

I'm crazy in love with my Big Shot and the embossing folders.  It's that simple! It's the Spider Web Embossing Folder that takes this card to the next level.  Here's the rest of the diddies that you'll need to create this baby at home...

Card Stock: Rich Razzleberry (115316), Pumpkin Pie (105117), Basic Black (121045), Whisper White (100730)
Ink: Basic Black: (101179), Stampin' Write Marker: Basic Black (100082), Rich Razzleberry (120970). 
Stamp Set: Wicked Cool Wood Mount (118738), Clear Mount (120600) Extra Pretties: 1/2" Lace Trim (120988), Glimmer Brads (121003), 1-3/8" Circle Punch (119850), SNAIL adhesive (104332), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

NEW!  The 'Do It For Me!' Option:  I'll make this card and a coordinating envelope for you, then drop it right in the mail.  Once you receive this Wicked Halloween card, you'll be able to give it to someone special.  It's that easy!  Click on the Buy It Now button to place your order. 

** Side note:  This was one of the spectacular cards that we did at the September Stamp Shoppe!  Click here to see a sneak peek at one of next month's Shoppe cards!

'Tricked Out' Pumpkin Trio!

You can get an up close & personal glimpse of this 'Tricked Out Pumpkin Trio' at the September Stamp Shoppe!

Super quick & easy, these faux pumpkins (you can also the real thing!) have been transformed in a matter on minutes using the Designer Jewels (120987), Spooky Things Decor Elements (120909) and the delicious Black & White Striped Grosgrain Ribbon (115615).  Click on the highlighted links to see these treasures on an individual basis!

This Halloween art work may be used over & over again.  The Happy Halloween 31 is also from the Spooky Things Decor Elements Set (120909)