Deb's Stamping Corner

Big Baja Breeze Butterfly

2011-07-26T22:51:00.000-07:00

Say that 3 times fast!......I'm really loving this big butterfly die! It's just lovely. For this card, I stamped the script stamp from the French Foliage set a few times on the butterfly using Early Espresso ink. Then I stamped the Bella Toile stamp using Versa Mark, and clear embossed it. Some pearls finished it off nicely.

I'm looking forward to making many more of these cards using different colours! They are so simple and easy to make, but the effect of the embossing on the butterfly is stunning IRL.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Bella Toile, French Foliage, Just Believe
Card/Paper: Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake
Ink: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Versa Mark
Accessories: Beautiful Butterflies die, Early Espresso 1/8" taffetta ribbon, clear embossing powder

Thank you for visiting! See you again soon...

Debbie

Simple Just Believe

2011-07-25T21:54:00.000-07:00

Hello there, how are you? I hope you're all enjoying your week. We just got back from a lovely wee holiday in the Coromandel. It was chilly, but wonderful. Since we got back, I've had some time in my craft room....

I sat down and created these very simple cards using the SU! In- colours. They would be a lovely gift, in a matching box or wallet, or great to have on hand when you're short of time.

Each colour is paired with Old Olive:

Poppy Parade

Concord Crush

Blushing Bride

Peach Parfait

Which one is your favourite? I still haven't decided mine.....

Debbie

Watercoloured Bella Toile

2011-07-17T19:52:00.000-07:00

Hello there, I hope you are all enjoying your day. It's a glorious day here in Auckland, so warm and sunny.
I made this card for a friend who is going through a bit of a rough time. It's always nice to recieve cards for encouragment- especially handmade ones!

This would have to be one of my favourite colour combo's: Rose Red, Elegant Eggplant and Old Olive. What is your favourite colour combination? Leave a comment below!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Bella Toile, Just Believe
Card/Paper: Elegant Eggplant, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Rose Red, Elegant Eggplant, Old Olive, Jet Black staz-on
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, Beautiful Butterflies die, pearls

Thanks for stopping by!

A Perfect Plum Flower

2011-07-15T22:49:00.000-07:00

Hello there, I hope you are all happy and well. It's the holidays for me, and I'm looking forward to spending lots of time in my craftroom!
I found this colour combo in my trusty Colour Coach; aren't they lovely? Perfect Plum, Rose Red and River Rock. Definately be using this one again.

The Perfect Plum flower is made by punching out 5 flowers using the Fancy Flower punch. Hold them together with a Flower brad, then scrunch them up! Easy to do, but so stunning.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Petals Pizzazz, Just Believe
Card/Paper: Perfect Plum, Rose Red, Very Vanilla, Neutrals paper stack- (River Rock)
Ink: Rose Red, River Rock
Accessories: Fancy Flower punch, Decorative Label punch, Very Vanilla taffetta ribbon, Flower brad, rhinestones

Thanks for visiting, see you again soon!!

Debbie

Just Believe

2011-07-10T23:19:00.000-07:00

I've had my eye on the "Just Believe" stamp set since the catalogue came out, I'm so pleased that I've bought it now, because it's such a lovely set. There are so many possibilties, and I'm looking forward to having another play!

I saw this template on Teneale Williams' blog. Thanks Teneale!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Just Believe
Card/paper: Rich razzleberry, Old Olive, Early Expresso, Very Vanilla, Newsprint DSP (for ripped strip)
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Early Expresso
Accessories: Old Olive satin ribbon, Framed Tulips embossing folder, sponge

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Sail Away

2011-06-19T22:42:00.000-07:00

Sorry for my looong absence from blogging. I have hardly got down to the craftroom! Although June is the big birthday month in our family, so I will have to get some creating done!
It was Ian's birthday last Friday and yes, again the anguish of a male card. Thankfully I had the Sail Away stamp and Ian is a bit of an ocean lover! I got the idea for this card from Jacque Pederson, here. Thanks Jacque!

Here is the card I made for my mum for Mother's Day. I just love these colours.

I received this lovely card from Emma and Sophie from Stampin' Up! for presenting at the Auckland Regional Training. Thanks ladies!

And just a quickie I made a while ago featuring the Build-A-Brads.

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Clean and Simple #137

2011-04-25T16:28:00.000-07:00

It's a horrible rainy day here in Auckland; perfect stamping weather!
I made this card following the Clean and Simple Stamping challenge. It's such a great challenge site. Here is the card I made following this week's sketch:

I used the Little Leaves die, along with the flower from the Itty Bitty punch pack for the wee flowers. And of course a few rhinestones finish the card off nicely.

Here is this week's sketch:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Because I Care
Card/Paper: Melon Mambo, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Melon Mambo, Old Olive
Accessories: Wide Oval punch, Itty Bitty Shapes punch pack, Very Vanilla taffetta ribbon, Little Leaves die, Framed Tulips embossing folder, rhinestones, sponge

Pop on over to the Clean and Simple Stamping blog- take a look at the other amazing entry's, and have a go yourself!

Debbie

Try Stampin' On Tuesday

2011-04-24T15:29:00.000-07:00

I've been meaning to play along with this wonderful new challenge site called Try Stampin' On Tuesday! Well I sat down last night and had a go with this awesome sketch.
My Marina Mist satin ribbon just arrived the other day, so I had a wee play with it, and I LOVE it!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Marina Mist, Whisper White
Ink: Marina Mist
Accessories: Decorative Label punch, Marina Mist Satin ribbon, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, rhinestones

Head over to Try Stampin' On Tuesday and check out the other stunning entry's!

Debbie

Easter Cones

2011-04-23T17:20:00.000-07:00

Yes, I have a new look on my blog! I really like it, hope you do too!.....
I work as a teacher aide and I made these cute little Easter cones filled with gummy lollies for the kids. I mostly used retired designer paper, because I have a big pile to use up!
I've also made some carrot cones, and some Concord Crush cones filled with mini eggs. They are so cute and easy to make.
It's safe to say that the kids really loved them; the cones and the lollies!

Have a relaxing Easter, and remember what Christ did for us.

Debbie

Striking Easter Butterfly

2011-04-22T22:51:00.000-07:00

I made this Easter card for my sister who temporarily lives in London, along with a wee package of Easter goodies. It's always nice to recieve cards and pressies when your away from home.
I've used the Big Shot alot to create this card: The Beautiful Butterflies die for the butterfly, the Scallop Circle for the base and the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder for the texture on the butterfly.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Baroque Motifs, Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Cherr Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Love Letter DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Beautiful Butterflies die, Scallop Circle die, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, Wide Oval punch, Antique Brad, sponge

Well I hope she enjoys this card as much as I enjoyed making it!

Debbie

Fast and Fabulous

2011-04-20T19:55:00.001-07:00

I just love this stamp set- Fast and Fabulous, I don't use it nearly enough! It can be earned for free with a qualifing workshop (more info here).
I saw a similar card by Teneale Williams, which I thought was just stunning. Teneale used the Just Believe stamp set, which I don't own (yet!), but Fast and Fabulous did the trick! I definately want this set to see ink more often!
I used the new Decorative Label punch for the sentiment, which I fiddled around a bit to make it smaller.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fast and Fabulous, Because I Care
Card/Paper: Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Ink: Baja Breeze, Soft Suede
Accessories: Decorative Label punch, Very Vanilla taffetta ribbon, Top Note die, pearls, sponges

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Easter Butterflies

2011-04-16T22:23:00.000-07:00

Friday was the last day of school and I wanted to give some of the teachers I work with a small gift of appreciation. The box template was from Ange Kennedy over at Chic'n Scratch.com. She has a fantastic video on how to make it.
The cards were inspired by some cards I saw over on Jenny Moors blog. They are just stunning!
So I'm currently on holiday, and I hope to enjoy some crafting!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Baroque Motifs, Teeny Tiny Sentiments, Itty Bitty Bits, Easter Blossoms {retired}
Card/paper: Marina Mist, Not Quite navy, Very Vanilla, Blueberry Crisp
Ink: Marina Mist, Not Quite Navy
Accessories: Scallop Oval punch, Wide Oval punch, Beautiful Wings embosslits die, Beautiful Butterflies die, Bitty Buttons, Scallop Circle die, silver Hodgepodge Hardware, Linen thread, rhinestones

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Simple Bliss

2011-04-16T02:34:00.000-07:00

This is a very simple card that I made using the retired Sale-a-Bration stamp set, Bliss. It is inspired by a card that I saw on Teneale Williams blog. Teneale makes the most gorgeous creations, so check out her blog here.
This card was so quick to make. It would be lovely to make a whole lot of these with different sentiments and colours to have on hand.

Supplies used:
Stamp Sets: Bliss {retired SAB set}, Because I Care {level 1 hostess gift}
Card/Paper: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White Ink: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink Accessories: Regal Rose 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, pearl

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Praying for You

2011-04-08T16:52:00.001-07:00

I've got a few friends who need a bit of encouragment, and here is one of the cards I've made for them.

I've used the Thoughts and Prayers stamp set along with the Bold Brights paper stack. Just a short and sweet post today; I have a lot on!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Thoughts and Prayers
Card/Paper: Early Expresso, Whisper White, Bold Bright DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive
Accessories: Whisper White taffetta ribbon

Debbie

Strength and Hope

2011-04-03T23:08:00.000-07:00

I just love the new Strength and Hope stamp set. The words are so encouraging and the butterfly- beautiful!
What I also love, is that $2 for every one of these sets sold will go to the Breast Cancer Research, to help find a cure!
This card was inspired by the picture in the new Autumn/Winter mini catalogue. I just love the colours and elegance of this card.
Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Strength and Hope
Card/Paper: Baja Breeze, Regal Rose, Very Vanilla
Ink: Baja Breeze, Regal Rose, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Vinatge Wallpaper embossing folder, pearl, sponge

Thanks for stoppng by!

Debbie

Autumn Mini Catalogue

2011-04-01T13:00:00.000-07:00

The Autumn Mini Catalogue is finally here and there is some gorgeous products in it!
For every Strength and Hope stamp set sold, $2 will be donated for Breast Cancer research.
Click HERE to view the catalogue online, or email me for your own copy!

I hope you fit in some stamping this weekend!

Debbie

Sale-A-Bration Projects

2011-03-29T21:30:00.000-07:00

Hi there. Sale-A-Bration finishes tomorrow, so I thought I'd better blog my samples before it's too late! I have loved all of the sets this year, and it will be a shame to see them go.

Sweet Summer Notecards

Sweet Summer Card

Bliss 4x4" Notecard

Punch Bunch Thank You Notes

Bliss Thank You Card
(inspired by Monica Gale)

You will receive one of these stamp sets for free when you spend $120 on Stampin' Up! products. So if you have an order, please email me before the 31st!

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Wedding Bliss

2011-03-23T20:30:00.000-07:00

15 years ago we had a Japanese student come and stay with us for a few weeks. Over the years Keiko has stayed in touch with us and has visited us twice.
A few months ago she got married and so I got to work and made her this card. I sent it only a few days before the tsunami and obviously I was concerned for her.
Yesterday I received an email to say that she is safe as well as family and friends.
This card is inspired by Monica Gale. I love her style of cards.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Bliss, Baroque Motifs, En Francais
Card/Paper: Crumb Cake, Basic Black, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Crumb Cake, Basic Black
Accessories: Wide Oval punch, Riding Hood Red 1 1/4" striped grosgrain ribbon, pearls

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Encouragment Box

2011-03-09T19:09:00.000-08:00

As I was working on the Conversation Boxes I thought about other ways I could use the boxes. We always need encouragement even on our best days. So I put some cards together with some encouraging scriptures from the Bible. I used the Love Letter DSP and trimmed the lid with the beautiful Victoria Crochet Trim.
The black card was put through the Bigshot using the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing folder and then sprayed with the Silver Foil smooch spritz.
I used the Fancy Flower punch to create the gorgeous flower on the lid.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Artistic Etchings
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Old Olive, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Love Letter DSP
Ink: Crumb Cake
Accessories: Fancy Flower punch, 5-Petal Flower punch, Antique Brad, Victoria Crochet trim, Silver Foil smooch spritz, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder

Thanks for stopping by!
Debbie

Chatter Boxes!

2011-03-03T17:37:00.000-08:00

Did that get your attention? This is a box that I have made for swapping for the Auckland Stampin' Up' Regionals. I also demonstarted this for a WOW presentation at the regionals.
Inside the box has cards which you can use for conversation starters. The box is small enough to carry aound in your hand bag or have in the car. Great for appointment waiting times and the meal table.

I have put together a tutorial, so you can make one yourself!

Step 1: For the base, I used the cardboard which is in the DSP packets. It is sturdy and has a lovely smooth finish. It is cut at 5 1/4" square and scored 1.5" on all sides.
For the lid I have used Tempting Turquoise card cut at 3 7/8" square and scored 3/4" on all sides.

Step 2: Cut on the score lines, up till where the other score line crosses over it, as shown. Fold all score lines.
Add sticky strip on the corners:

Step 3: Stick the base and lid together:

To decorate, I stamped the large flower from Punched Posies which is the Level 2 Hostess gift from the Summer Mini. I used Rose Red for this. I punched the flower out with the XL Fancy Flower punch. I stamped another flower with Pumpkin Pie ink and punched out the middle with a 1" circle punch. You can also add designer paper to the base of the box.

To make the button, I stamped an image from the Itty Bitty Bits onto Whisper White cardstock. I then punched out the image using one of the coordinating punches out of the Punch Pack. I dotted a tiny bit of Tombo glue around the image and placed the Bitty Button on top. So cute.

Now your ready to create your cards. The Rose Red piece is 2" square and the Whisper White piece is 1 7/8" square. The outline is from the Great Friends stamp set.

I have used the Rose Red marker to write my conversation starters.

Happy Chatting!

Debbie

Thoughts and Prayers for Christchurch

2011-02-27T00:07:00.000-08:00

I had made these cards a few weeks ago and had not put them on my blog. If there was ever a time to send encouragement to people this is the time!
Christchurch is my city. I live in Auckland now but my mum amd dad still live there.
I am incredibly thankful that my mum was in Wellington visiting a friend. She was due to fly back to Christchurch on Wednesday. Her stay has been extended till this Wednesday. We will both meet in Christchurch and spend some time at her house and come back to Auckland.
Our family send you people of Christchurch a big hug and we are praying for you.

{This card was inspired by Jenny Moors}

Debbie

Liebster Blog Award

2011-02-23T18:48:00.000-08:00

Hi there, I feel very blessed and honoured to receive this blog award from Tammy!:
which translates, from German, into "Dearest Blog". The premise behind this award is to draw attention to new blogs, or blogs with fewer than 3,000 followers.

Thank you so very much Tammy for blessing me with this lovely blog award. Pop over to her blog: Stamp With Tam. It is very inspiring!

Now it is my turn to pass on this award to a few other people whose blogs inspire me. This is very tricky, as there are so many creative people out there!

Julia Leece

Helen Williams

Sharlene Meyer

Bron Heslop

Please vist each of these lovely blogs; these women are so creative and always inspire me.

Debbie

Tea for Three

2011-02-19T23:45:00.000-08:00

I bought a Papercraft magazine this month and saw a beautiful card which inspired me to make this one. I just LOVE the Victoria Crochet Trim from the Summer Mini Catalogue and teamed it up with the Elegant Soiree DSP. Of course the Teeny Tiny Sentiments is perfect to finish the card.
This would be a perfect card for an invitation to High Tea.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Share a Cup, Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Elegant Soiree DSP
Ink: Not Quite Navy, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, Wide Oval punch, Victoria Crochet Trim, pearls, mat pack, sponge

Debbie

Owl House and Matching Card

2011-02-12T21:13:00.000-08:00

Hi there! Yes, I know, it's been a bit quiet around here lately!!
We all know its Valentines Day tomorrow, and the challenge over at Just Add Ink is "Just Add Love" so I thought I'd play along.
I made this bird house (or owl house) which would be perfect with some choccies inside for that special someone. And also a matching card.

I have used the Punch Bunch stamp set which is a Sale-A-Bration (SAB) set. You can receive this GORGEOUS stamp set for free!! More info here.
I have also used the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set, the Medallion stamp as well as the Teeny Tiny Sentiments stamp set.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Punch Bunch, I {Heart} Hearts, Medallion, Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Old Olive, Real Red, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Whisper White, Bold Brights paper stack
Ink: Old Olive, Real Red, Maelon Mambo, Early Expersso
Acessories: Scallop Edge punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, XL Owl punch, XL Bird punch, Full Heart punch, Word Window punch, Square Lattice embossing folder, Early Expresso 1/8" taffetta ribbon, clip assortement,

Check out the other FABULOUS entry's over at Just Add Ink, and have a go yourself!

Debbie

Twisted Easel Card Tutorial

2011-02-01T20:52:00.000-08:00

Hi there, as promised, I have made the tutorial for the twisted easel card that I posted HERE. I got my instructions from Monica Gale, who is a very talented stamper. Visit her GORGEOUS blog HERE. I have tweaked some of the measurements. Here it is!

Step 1: Cut cardstock at 26 x 13 cm and score in half:

Step 2: Score the left half diagonally:

This is what it will look like: (the middle score line cannot be seen in the photo)

Step 3: Fold both score lines:

Step 4: Decorate! The card will require a raised embellishment to hold the top half in place.

Hope you have a go, and thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Just Add Ink #53

2011-01-29T23:46:00.000-08:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is called A Bright Burst of Colour, so a great opportunity to play with those brights. I have been seeing the twisted easel card on a few blogs and thought this would be ideal to use for this challenge. I have used the stamp set Punched Posies which is a Level 2 hostess gift from the Summer Mini Catalogue.

Here is the picture to take inspiration from:

And here is my bright card:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Punched Posies, Great Friend
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Poppy Parade, Old Olive, Whisper White, In-Colour paper pack (level 1 hostess gift)
Ink: Concord Crush, Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Old Olive
Accessories: Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, Scallop Edge punch, Old Olive satin ribbon

Click HERE to check out the other fabulous entrys over at Just Add Ink!
Edited: I will post a tutorial on how to make a twisted easel card tomorrow.

Debbie

Sale-A-Bration!

2011-01-24T19:10:00.000-08:00

Today is the day we've all been waiting for.....it's Sale-A-Bration! Sale-A-Bration is the best promotion of the year, because you can earn FREE stamp sets! There are four gorgeous sets to choose from (view online HERE, or email me for your own copy).
Here's how it works:

{Spend}: Spend $120 and earn one FREE Sale-A-Bration stamp set of your choice

{Host}: Host a workshop of at least $700, and you'll receive one FREE Sale-A-Bration set in addition to the generous hostess benefits. For more info on hosting a workshop, click HERE.

{Join}: Join Stampin' Up! during Sale-A-Bration and choose a FREE stamp set from the Idea Book & Catalogue (valued up to $95.95). For more info on joining Stampin' Up!, click HERE.

Please email me if you would like to place an order, host a workshop or join Stampin' Up!

I look forward to hearing from you,

Debbie

I {Heart} Notes

2011-01-17T23:05:00.000-08:00

These cute notecards are PERFECT for various occasions, so they're great to have up your sleeve. They are also very quick and easy to make. Simply pop them in with a gift, or give them as a wee note.
I've been experimenting with brighter colours, and I really like this combo: Tempting Turqouise, Old Olive, Melon Mambo & Whisper White.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: I {Heart} Hearts
Card/paper: Tempting Turqouise, Old Olive, Melon Mambo, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: Boho Blossoms punch, rhinestones

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Click HERE to order Stampin' Up! products!

A Bird in a Cage

2011-01-13T20:00:00.000-08:00

I just wish I could stamp all day, but there is always a pile of ironing to be done and a meal to cook! So I thought that making something quick and easy would be a good idea. I'm sure some of you can relate to this as well!
Here is a quick card that I made using the AVIARY stamp set and ISLAND OASIS designer paper. I really love this RUFFLED RIBBON! This is such a cool effect which I will definitely try again :-)

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Aviary
Card/Paper: So Saffron, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Island Oasis DSP
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Old Olive, Basic Gray
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, Old Olive 5/8" satin ribbon, rhinestone, sponge

Debbie

Click HERE to order Stampin' Up! products!

Birthday Blessings!

2011-01-08T16:45:00.000-08:00

I celebrated my ? birthday on Friday and had a fantastic day. My fanfabulous (Made up word) husband surprised me with a lovely dinner with family and friends at the Iguacu restaurant in Parnell. It was a very special evening. I thought I would share some of the cards I received. I love receiving cards people have made for me. You know as a cardmaker there is often alot of thought and time that goes into these.
The first card was given to me by my very talented daughter Sarah. She also made the Artistic Etchings card which was commisioned by Ian.

My very good friend Anabel gave me a beautiful necklace which was presented in this box and a matching card.

My son Daniel took the photo. I suspect he did not want to be in it. The one with him in it, the birthday girl had her eyes closed!

So thank you for a most lovely day.

Debbie

Watering Can

2011-01-04T17:41:00.000-08:00

I've been wanting to make one of these watering cans for quite a while now, and when I saw that the Just Add Ink challenge this week is Just Add Summer, I knew that there was no time like the present!

I have used the Baroque Motifs stamp set as well as the Punch Potpourri set. This set can be earned for FREE with a qualifying workshop! For more info, click HERE.
It can't be seen in the photo, but I have added a lot of Dazzling Diamonds onto the flowers.
I got the template and instructions off Splitcoast Stampers.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Baroque Motifs, Punch Potpourri
Card/Paper: Blushing Bride, Whisper White, Vellum
Ink: Blushing Bride, Pear Pizzazz
Accessories: Boho Blossoms punch, Beautuful Wings die, Pearls, Dazzling Diamonds

This reminds me, the vege garden needs a good water....

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Click HERE to order Stampin' Up! products!

Happy New Year, Just Add Ink and Top Ten!

2010-12-31T14:17:00.000-08:00

I just want to wish you a happy new year to you and your families. May 2011 be a prosperous and fulfilling year!

I made this little pillow box and matching notecard, using the STUNNING Island Oasis designer paper, for this week's Just Add Ink challenge, which is Just Add Summer. These colours, and designer paper sure do remind me of Summer!
These would make a perfect little gift for your friends and family who you are catching up with over the holidays. Some choccies would fit nicely in the pillow box too!

I thought I'd share my top ten favourite projects and posts for 2010. Just click on the titles, and you will be taken to the posts! Enjoy:

1. Artistic New Year

2. Welcome Christmas Tote

3. Christmas Card Event

4. Just Add Ink #40

5. Reindeer Poo!

6. Updated Fifth Avenue Floral

6. Just Add Ink #25

7. Our Zorb Experience

8. Candle Box

9. Patchwork Cards

10. Just Add Ink #5

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Artistic New Year

2010-12-29T22:08:00.000-08:00

I made this Happy New Year card for my sister who lives is London. I sent it off the other day, and just hope it gets there in time!
Don't you just love it when you have an idea in your mind for a card or project, and it works out PERFECTLY!!! That was thankfully the case for this card. It didn't take long, and came together wonderfully. And on top of that, it is one of my favourite cards that I've made so far! The designer paper, depth of the colours, and of course the stamp set really sets it off!

This card features the masking technique, I'm hoping to make a tutorial on this technique for my next newsletter, so you'll see one here in a month or so!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Artistic Etchings, Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Love Letters DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle punch, Word Window punch, Corner Rounder punch, Basic Black 5/8" satin ribbon, Basic Black 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, Pewter jumbo eyelet, Crop-o-Dile, sponge

Hope my sister likes it!

Debbie

A New Flower!

2010-12-28T18:59:00.000-08:00

This is such a gorgeous flower, made using the Fancy Flower punch!

I came across this idea from Mary Fish. Mary has also made a great video tutorial.
I also put together a photo tutorial. Enjoy!

You will need:
The Fancy Flower punch
The Boho Blossoms punch
The 1/2" Circle punch
A strip of scrap cardstock:

Step 1- Stick the scrap piece of cardstock onto the back of the Fancy Flower, using Dotto, as shown:

Step 2- Slide the Fancy Flower into the Fancy Flower punch. Position it so that the points on the punch are in the middle of each petal, as shown. Then punch:

You will now have this new flower:

Step 3- Stick the Boho Blossom and Circle onto the flower, using dimensionals:

And your done! This gorgeous, new flower is now ready for your cards and projects!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sincere Salutations
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, In-colour DSP
Ink: Concord Crush
Accessories: Fancy Flower punch, Boho Blossoms punch, 1/2" Circle punch, Scallop Edge punch, Concord Crush 1/2" stitched-poly ribbon

I am looking forward to creating more of these flowers in the future, in all sorts of different colours!

Debbie

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-24T00:31:00.000-08:00

Hi, I would like to wish you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a Happy New Year! Have a wonderful day full of happy memories and family time.
Remember the TRUE meaning of Christmas.

Warmest wishes,

Debbie

Aviary and Island Oasis

2010-12-22T16:01:00.000-08:00

Can you believe that Christmas is just 2 short days away? I'm so sorry about my lack of posting (well it isn't called the silly season for nothing!)
Here is a break from all the Christmas projects seen around lately. This is my niece's 21st birthday card. Luisa is part Samoan, so I wanted the card to be bright, and some of the designer paper I have used even uses the Samoan patterns!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Aviary, Teeny Tiny Sentiments
Card/Paper: Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Island Oasis DSP
Ink: Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Basic Gray
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle punch, Old Olive 5/8" satin ribbon, Pewter jumbo eyelets, rhinestone, sponge

I have previously made a Christmas version, HERE.

Debbie

Just Add Ink #48

2010-12-19T10:39:00.000-08:00

This stamp is from the Welcome Christmas stamp set, and in 5 days, we will be celebrating the birth of Jesus! The image on this card is a heart-warming reminder of time spent together with families.
Don't you just love the new satin ribbon? Its so luxurious, and gives a lovely finishing touch to your cards. And I'm loving the Jolly Holiday designer papers too.

For the next 2 weeks, this is the sketch that Just Add Ink has given us to play with:

I have flipped the sketch this week, and made this Christmas card:

You can't see it in the photo, but I have added some Champagne shimmer paint onto the tree.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Welcome Christmas, Sweet Little Sentiments
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle punch, Word Window punch, Old Olive 5/8" satin ribbon, Champagne shimmer paint, sponge

Check out the other entry's HERE!

Debbie

Welcome Christmas Cards

2010-12-12T00:23:00.000-08:00

I love the Welcome Christmas stamp set! It is a great Christmas set because it includes images and words. So you only need this set and you have Christmas sorted!
These are CASEs from a couple of cards out of a set that Alisa Tilsner designed for the "We Stamp For Lara" fundraiser. Alisa designed a couple more cards and created some wonderful instructions too :-)

The weather here in Auckland has been very hot and sunny. Summer is here!

Click HERE to order Stampin' Up! products!

Debbie

A Shimmery Christmas

2010-12-07T22:55:00.000-08:00

Here is a simpler version of my Just Add Ink #45 card. This card features a lot of product that I am really loving at the moment.
I love the shimmery effect on the flowers from being sprayed with the Gold Glow Smooch Spritz. And isn't this designer paper just so funky?! It is from the Love Letters pack.
I also love these Antique Brads.I have used them on many different projects and I highly recommend ordering a pack.

The Smooch Spritz adds a gorgeous, shimmery touch to your projects:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Welcome Christmas
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Love Letters DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: XL Scallop Circle punch, Gold Glow smooch spritz, Antique Brad, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, sponge

Click HERE to order Stampin' Up! products!

Debbie

Summer Mini Catalogue Launch

2010-12-04T16:29:00.001-08:00

The Summer Mini catalogue is so excititing! Here is the bookmark that we made at my launch:

I saw these bookmarks on Becky Roberts blog, who has made some really gorgeous cards and projects with the Aviary stamp set.

I always like to give a little gift to my customers at the end of the year. This year was no different, so I made each of them one of these boxes which hold some Cadbury Chocolate Favourites!
The front of the box is inspired by the very talented, Jenny Moors, who made some similar cards.

My ladies were treated to this beautiful Black Forest Gateau, which I ordered form the Cheese Cake Shop:

Debbie

Christmas Aviary

2010-12-01T22:56:00.000-08:00

Yesterday marked the beginning of the new Summer Mini catalogue! This mini is full of many exciting, new products!
Also, the promotion for this month is the December Frenzy sale, which is a huge sale for selected products, some up to 50% off! View my Specials page HERE.
One of the new stamp sets in the mini is the Aviary set, which is very cute and useful! I got inspiration for this card, by the very talented, Becky Roberts over at Inking Idaho. I just changed the papers to the Jolly Holiday DSP for a Christmas version.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Aviary
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobber, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Early Espresso
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle punch, Old Olive 5/8" Satin ribbon, Pewter jumbo eyelet, pearl, sponge

Debbie

Just Add Ink #45

2010-11-29T18:08:00.000-08:00

What I love about Stampin' Up! products, is often they lend themselves to different occasions. For example, this designer paper, Love Letter I have used on this Christmas card, for the weekly Just Add Ink challenge.
For the flower, I have used the new XL Scallop Circle punch, and have sprayed them with the Gold Glow smooch spritz. The scallops have been put together with an Antique Brad.

Here is the sketch for the Just Add Ink challenge:

And here is my card:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Welcome Christmas
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Love Letter
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black
Accessories: XL Scallop Circle punch, Antique Brad, Gold Glow smooch spritz, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, sponge

Debbie

Christmas Gift Certificate

2010-11-26T23:30:00.000-08:00

If you have a crafty friend and are stuck for a present, a Stampin' Up! voucher is the perfect gift!
They will be able to choose anything in the Stampin' Up! catalogue, up to the amount on the voucher.
And why not give a few hints to hubby, if you would like to see this voucher filled out to you, and under the Christmas tree!

Simply email me if you are interested in purchasing one of these cute Stampin' Up! gift vouchers!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sparkly and Bright, Snow Swirled
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, Scallop Oval punch, Old Olive 5/8" satin ribbon, Dazzling Dianonds, sponge

Debbie

Welcome Christmas Tote

2010-11-23T21:17:00.000-08:00

I am holding a class tomorrow, in which we will make this Christmas tote and matching card:

I have used the Welcome Christmas stamp set and the Jolly Holiday DSP. I love the traditional look of this stamp set, it brings a warm feeling of Christmas into your heart.
I have also applied some of the Champagne Mist shimmer paint onto the Christmas tree, using a sponge dauber.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Welcome Christmas
Card/paper: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive
Accessories: Large Oval punch, Old Olive 5/8" satin ribbon, Champagne Mist shimmer paint, Dazzling Diamonds, sponge, paper bag

Debbie

Guitar Birthday

2010-11-21T19:31:00.000-08:00

My son Daniel turned 16 last Friday. How time flies! I wanted to make him a really special birthday card, which reflected his love of music. This card was inspired by Rachel Capps. Thanks Rachel for the great instructions!
This is not the type of card to make at 10:00 at night and when Rachel says that the strings are tricky- she's right!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Perfect Punches
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Newsprint DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: 1 3/4" Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, Curly Label punch, Large Oval punch, Wide Oval punch, Horizontal Slot punch, Champane shimmer paint, silver twine, pewter brads

Debbie

Because I Care

2010-11-16T21:34:00.000-08:00

This is a quick and easy card, using the gorgeous stamp set, "Because I Care". I just love this set, it can be used for many occasions and is great to have on hand. It can be earned for FREE with a qualifying workshop (more info HERE).
I have used my one of my favourite colour combos: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz and a hint of Crumb Cake.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Because I Care
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Whisper White taffetta ribbon, Lots of Tags die, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, sponge

Debbie

Ornament Punch Vase

2010-11-14T21:42:00.000-08:00

Isn't this a clever way to use the ornament punch during the year?! This is a CASE of a card that I saw on Alisson Hydes blog, HERE. Thanks Allison!

I've used the Silhouette Sentiments stamp set (level 1 hostess set) and some of the new in- colours.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Silhouette Sentiments
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait
Accessories: Ornament punch, Concord Crush 1/2" stiched-Poly ribbon, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, pearls

Email me to order your very own Ornament punch before Christmas!

Debbie

Just Add Ink #42

2010-11-06T22:48:00.000-07:00

Hi there, hope you all enjoyed the weekend and hopefully got some stamping done!
This week's challenge over at Just A dd Ink is this wonderful sketch to use on a papercraft project:

I really love this sketch as it is so versatile. I decided to go with an elegant style card and used the Colour Coach to help me with the colour combo. This is a really useful tool that I recommend getting your hands on!

I have used the Fast and Fabulous stamp set (level 1 hostess set), which you can earn for FREE! (more info HERE), the sentiment stamp is from the Upsy Daisy stamp set and I have used the En Francais stamp in the backround.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fast and Fabulous, Upsy Daisy, En Francais
Card/Paper: Pretty in Pink, Early Expresso, Crumb cake, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Pretty in Pink,
Accessories: Rich Razzleberry ribbon (retired) Pretty in Pink 1/8" taffetta ribbon, Early Expresso 1/8" taffetta ribbon, pearls,

Hope you like my card! Check out the other inspiring entrys at Just Add Ink!

Debbie

Picnic Pizzazz

2010-11-06T12:10:00.000-07:00

My daughter, Sarah made this card for her teacher's birthday. She is very bubbly, so Sarah made a bright and fun card to send her birthday wishes.
Sarah made this card A4, so that the whole class could sign it. She has used the Petals Pizzazz stamp set and the Perfect Punches stamp set along with the Picnic designer paper (retired).

Debbie

Medallion Shimmer Paint

2010-11-04T12:10:00.000-07:00

I am really loving the new Shimmer Paint that Stampin' Up! has released! There are so many different ways you can use it.
This card is inspired by Andrea Walford. Andrea has lots of videos on using shimmer paint, check out her very inspiring blog HERE.
I have used the very versatile, Medallion stamp, and the Christmas words are from the Heard from the Heart stamp set.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Medallion, Heard from the Heart
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: 1 3/4" Circle punch, Champaine shimmer paint, sponge

Debbie

November Thank You Notes

2010-11-02T12:10:00.000-07:00

These are November's thank you notes that my daughter Sarah made for me to put in with my customer's orders.
She has used the new Sparkly and Bright stamp set, which I think is very cute and great for Christmas tags as well.
Thanks Sarah!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sparkly and Bright
Card/Paper: Real Red, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, sponge, Dazzling Diamonds

Thanks for stopping by!

Debbie

Just Add Birthdays!

2010-10-31T21:11:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is to Just Add Birthdays to a papercraft project!
This is a cute pocket card that I made using the Blueberry Crisp designer paper. The very talented, Andrea Walford has made a video on how to make it. View the video HERE.

For the cupcake tag, I inked up the stamp from the Birthday Bakery stamp set (not the words) using the Not Quite Navy marker. I then used my Stamp-a-ma-jig to position the Best Wishes stamp (from Silhouette Sentiments) and stamped that in Not Quite Navy as well. That then gave me a birthday tag.

And of course, no birthday card can be complete without cupcakes!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Birthday Bakery, Silhouette Sentiments
Card/Paper: Not Quite Navy, Very Vanilla, Blueberry Crisp DSP
Ink: Staz-on Black, Not Quite Navy, Pacific Point, Crumb Cake, Early Expresso
Accessories: 1 1/4" Circle punch, Round Tab punch, Very Vanilla 5/8" tafetta ribbon, silver brads, linen thread, Top Note die, Dazzling Diamonds

Check out the other entry's and have a go yourself!

Debbie

We Stamp For Lara

2010-10-30T20:29:00.000-07:00

We Stamp for Lara is an opportunity to support this lovely little girl who has Microcephaly and Cerebal Palsy. She needs a special chair which will help her be more involved with the family activities. You can read more about her story HERE.

Please become part of this worthy cause, and sign up know! Sign up HERE.

Debbie

Shimmer Paint Trees

2010-10-30T17:00:00.000-07:00

This was another card that we made at my event last Saturday. It is a CASE of a card on Andrea Walford's blog. Andrea is a very talented Stampin' Up! demonstrator in Canada. She has some really great tutorials on using shimmer paint, so I definitely recommend checking out her blog HERE.
This card is reasonably quick, once you've mastered the sponging. And is simply stunning.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Lovely as a Tree, Many Merry Messages
Card/Paper: Whisper White
Ink: Not Quite Navy
Accessories: 5/8" Organza ribbon, Top Note die, Platinum shimmer paint

Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

Debbie

Christmas Card Event

2010-10-29T21:26:00.000-07:00

Today I held my 10 Christmas Cards + Breast Cancer Awareness Event! I remembered to take photos at the morning class, (sorry, not the afternoon class)

Both tables working very hard:

Lyn and Jan:

The pink themed morning tea, I think we all gained a dress size after eating this!

And the so scrumptious cupcakes that Sarah made and decorated:

This was my favourite card of the day:

I have used the very versatile Medallion stamp along with the Concord Crush and Pear Pizzazz in- colours.

Well, I hope all my ladies enjoyed themselves (I know I did) and now our Christmas cards are prepared!

Debbie

Dasher

2010-10-28T19:46:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone, tomorrow is my 10 Christmas Card Class + Breast Cancer Awareness event! (more info HERE) This is one of the cards we will be making:

I love the Dasher stamp. He is one of the a' la carte stamps, which is an individual stamp and only $18.50! Definitely worth getting your hands on!

I have also used the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder in the backround, and that gorgeous red satin ribbon.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Dasher, Snow Swirled
Card/Paper: Real Red, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ink: Early Espresso
Accessories: Wide Oval punch, Real Red 5/8" satin ribbon, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, sponge, Dazzling Diamonds

Come back tomorrow to see how the event went!

Debbie

Elegant Silhouettes

2010-10-24T21:50:00.000-07:00

It's been a great long weekend here in the Airey household! Including gardening, barbeques, a church working bee, oh and of course stamping!

This is my latest creation:

I have used the Silhouette Sentiments stamp set which is a level 1 hostess set. You can earn it for FREE if you host a qualifing workshop, and on top of that, you will be able to choose FREE product out of the catalogue!

I have used my favourite colour combo: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz and Crumb Cake. Gorgeous!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sihouette Sentiments (level hostess set), En Francais
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Pear Pizzazz 1/2" polly stich ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds, sponge

Debbie

Just Add Ink #40

2010-10-22T23:32:00.000-07:00

Hi there! Just Add Ink has given us this lovely colour challenge to play with this week:

Aren't these colours pretty?

I have really wanted to make one of these market cards, so I thought I would give one a go, using the very cute Birthday Bakery stamp set.
I had to use Crumb Cake instead of Sahara Sand, as I don't have any cardstock or ink in that colour.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Birthday Bakery
Card/Paper: Blushing Bride, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Blushing Bride, Pear Pizzazz, Bashful Blue, Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Black Staz-on
Accessories: Word Window punch, Scallop Edge punch, Organza ribbon

It's a three day weekend here in New Zealand, so I'm looking forward to a weekend full of stamping! (I hope!)

Debbie

The School Gala

2010-10-19T22:51:00.000-07:00

The day of the school, gala welcomed us with blue skies and sunshine. There was a real festive feel in the air.
The arts and crafts stalls were inside and they included jewellery, spinning top making and scrapbooking packs, and my paper craft stall.
This is my stall:

The most popular things were the paperclip bookmarks, Christmas cakes, and card packs.

The day was very successful and enjoyed by all :-)

Debbie

Dressing Up Christmas Promotion

2010-10-16T12:52:00.000-07:00

This promotion is a fabulous way to kick- start your Christmas projects. When you purchase any of these Christmas bundles, you will receive a FREE roll of selected ribbon. And, not only that, if you host a workshop with sales of $600 or more, you will receive a FREE roll of selected ribbon. How's that for a great start to your Christmas projects!

Click HERE to download the promotion.

Email me for orders or to schedule your workshop!

Debbie

Christmas Cake Boxes for the Gala

2010-10-14T22:46:00.000-07:00

I've made a few of these Christmas cake boxes (with Christmas cakes of course!) to sell at my craft table at the school gala. On this box, I've used the stunning stamp set- Delightful Decorations as well as the retired designer paper- Holiday Treasures.

The school gala is tomorrow! Info at the top of the sidebar :-)

Debbie

Cupcake Decorations

2010-10-14T00:10:00.001-07:00

Cupcakes seem to have made a big come-back, so I thought some cupcake decorations could be popular at the school gala. Here is some of them that Sarah made for my launch HERE.

Owl ones:

And butterfly ones:

Hope you like them! Come back tomorrow for more projects for the school gala,

Debbie

Pamper Packs

2010-10-12T21:55:00.000-07:00

We have been donated some beauty products, so we put together some pamper packs with some help from Stampin' Up! products (of course!) for the school gala.

The large pamper pack:

Facecloth and body lotion packs:

Facecloth and soap packs:

Thanks for stopping by, come back tomorrow for more projects for the school gala!

Debbie

Hershey Kisses Boxes for the Gala

2010-10-11T22:47:00.000-07:00

Remember this box HERE? Well I have made lots more and filled them with Hershey Kisses for the Gala. I have had to hide them away so that I don't nibble on them!
What I'm really loving at the moment is the fantastic range of products that Stampin' Up! offer. One of my favourites is the ornament punch.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Deligtful Decorations
Card/Paper: Baja Breeze, Old Olive, Real Red, Whisper White, Ski Slope DSP (retired) Holiday Treasures DSP (retired)
Ink: Baja Breeze, Old Olive, Real Red
Accessories: Ornament punch, Acetate, Scallop Edge punch, silver & gold twine (non Stampin' Up!)

Thanks for stopping by, come back tomorrow for more projects!

Debbie

Paperclip Bookmarks for the Gala

2010-10-10T21:17:00.000-07:00

We have made so many of these paperclip bookmarks for the gala. They are always really popular, especially among the kiddies.

These ones use the Fox and Friends stamp set:

And these use the Tart & Tangy stamp set:

Debbie

Blog Award

2010-10-10T20:45:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much for this blog award Bron! You made my day (and week!) :-)

Here are some fabulous bloggers that I'd like to pass it on to (in no particular order):

Delys
Susan
Karen
Sharlene
Debbie

Come back soon to see more of my projects for the school gala!

Debbie

Reindeer Poo!

2010-10-09T23:37:00.000-07:00

Isn't Sparkly and Bright such a fun and versatile set?! We have filled these cute little treat packets with chocolate raisins and chocolate peanuts and attached a "reindeer poo" poem to sell at my craft stall at the school gala:

We made 20 of these.

The poem says:

Christmas is coming and so are the deer
Listen closely and you will hear,
And 'long with them comes a special treat,
Reindeer droppings for you to eat!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sparkly and Bright
Card/Paper: Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Real Red, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Real Red marker
Accessories: Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, Hemp Twine, 1/16 handheld circle punch, Top Note die, Dazzling Diamonds

Debbie

It's The Gala in a Week....

2010-10-08T21:12:00.000-07:00

...so everyday until next Saturday, I'm going to post my projects that we've made to sell at my craft stall.
Thanks so much to Sheryl, Anabel, Sandy, Lyn, Rachel, Olivia, Chris and Sarah for participating in the construction line! These projects would not have been achieved without your help.

These are tealight candles attached to a 6" lolly-pop stick. On the back is the For You Flower stamped and then punched out with the XL Fancy Flower punch. They all have a tag attached to the stick- either another For You Flower or the words from the Sparkly and Bright stamp set:

We have made 20 of these.

This is a Christmas tote with 4 matching notecards inside + envelopes:

We have made 2 of these.

Thanks for stopping by! Come back tomorrow for more projects,

Debbie

Clean and Simple Stamping Challenge

2010-10-08T18:42:00.000-07:00

I really liked the sketch for last weeks' Clean and Simple Stamping challenge, so I decided to take part. I have used one of my favourite colour combo's on my card: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz and Crumb Cake. It's hard to go wrong with such a delicious combination!

I have clear embossed the Medallion stamp several times on the Pear Pizzazz cardstock, and used the small flower and the words "Cherish" from the very versatile, Baroque Motifs stamp set.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Medallion, Baroque Motifs
Card/Paper: Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, Versa Mark
Accessories: clear embossing powder, Jewel, sponge

Check out the other entry's at the Clean and Simple Stamping blog!

Debbie

A Pink Christmas

2010-10-07T21:09:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is Just Add Bling....and PINK! This challenge is to raise awareness for breast cancer, as the month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the national Pink Ribbon day is on the 28th of October.

This is my submission for the challenge. We will make this card at my 10 Christmas Cards + Breast Cancer Awareness event as the "pink" Christmas card (more info on the event HERE)

I have used the snow swirled stamp set (love this set!) and the pinks I have used are: Pink Pirouette, Pretty in Pink and Regal Rose

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Snow Swirled
Card/Paper: Pink Pirouette, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Pretty in Pink, Regal Rose, Whisper White
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, 1/2" circle punch, Whisper White 3/8" taffeta ribbon, Jewels, Dazzling Diamonds

Hope you like my card! Head on over to Just Add Ink and have a go yourself!

Debbie

10 Christmas Cards and Breast Cancer Awareness Event

2010-10-07T12:55:00.000-07:00

Retired Product For Sale

2010-10-06T18:55:00.000-07:00

My craft room is so messy, I can't even work in it! I have to take my projects upstairs to the dining room table to complete. How bad is that?! So it's time for a clear out my craft room and let go of even some of those favourites.

Stamp Sets:

Seeing Spots $20- has ink staining

Sprinkles $20- slightly stained

Polka Dots & Paisly $20- well used and very stained

Good Friend $30- has ink staining

Boho Backrounds $25- slightly stained

Heartfelt Thanks $40- used

Snow Flurries $15- well used

Punches Three $25- new

Best Yet $25- new **SOLD**

Live Life Like You Mean It $20- slightly used

Rustic Rooster $35- new

Echoes of Kindness $40- new

Autumn Flair $35- slightly used

Organic Grace $25- new

Sweet Little Sentiments $25- new

Picture This $25- new

Vintage Labels $25- slightly used but no stains

Happy Moments $20- has ink staining

Happy Moments $25- new

Whimsical Words $25- new

Wheels:

Lots of Dots $15- new

Watercolour Vine $15- slightly used

Designer Paper:

Summer Picnic $15- from the 2008 Spring Mini catalogue

Walk in the Park $15- from the 2009 Spring Mini

Ski Slope $15- from the 2009 Spring Mini catalogue **SOLD**

Holiday Treasures $15- from the 2009/10 catalogue

Wintergreen $15- from the 2008/09 catalogue

***Additional cost for Posting***

So, if you are interested in any of these products, please at: debairey@xtra.co.nz

Debbie

Navy Trees

2010-10-05T19:08:00.000-07:00

Hi there, we've been having great school holidays. Although I am still very busy, with a to-do list as long as my arm! (I'm sure some of you can relate!)
Now onto the card. My daughter Sarah made this using inspiration from a decorated paper bag that I made at team training, taught by the very talented Paula Dobson. We call Paula the Queen of Sponging, and you'll now what I mean when you check out her stunning sponging projects on her blog.

Sarah has used Night of Navy card, ink and ribbon. As well as the platinum shimmer paint (love this stuff!)
I recently purchased the Lovely as a Tree stamp set, and what a gorgeous set of stamps! It's very versatile and is perfect for all sorts of techniques.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Lovely as a Tree, Snow Swirled
Card/Paper: Night of Navy, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Night of Navy
Accessories: 1 3/8" circle punch, Night of navy 1/8" taffeta ribbon, Platinum Shimmer Paint, sponge

Debbie

Updated Fifth Avenue Floral

2010-10-01T17:05:00.000-07:00

Do these cards look familar? I made similar ones awhile ago HERE and HERE. I thought they could do with some inprovement and new product used.

I had a request for this card HERE to be the project at a workshop. Of course I needed to update it using new product, so here is the new version:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, Silhouette Sentiments (level 1 hostess gift)
Card/Paper: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White, Watercolour Paper, In-colour DSP (level 1 hostess gift)
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose, Versa Mark, Regal Rose & Pretty in Pink ink refils
Accessories: White Embossing Powder, pearls, sponge

The pretties kit is no longer available, so I remade this card with a little improvement:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fifth Avenue Floral
Card/Paper: Baja Breeze, Old Olive, Basic Grey, Whisper White
Ink: Baja Breeze, Old Olive, Basic Grey
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, Basic Grey 3/8" Basic Grey taffeta ribbon, Mat Pack

Hope you enjoyed seeing my updated versions of these Fifth Avenue Floral cards! What one do you prefer?

Debbie

Just Add Ink #36

2010-09-28T21:24:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is to create a papercraft project following this gorgeous sketch:

I had a go, using some of my new favourite new colours, Concord Crush and Pear Pizzazz:

My Big Shot got a big workout this afternoon! The butterfly's are from the Beautiful Wings die, the tag is from the Lots of Tags die and I have used the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder to create some texture in the backround.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Thank You Kindly
Card/Paper: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake, Whisper White, In-colour DSP pack
Ink: Concord Crush, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Concord Crush 1/2" stitched-poly ribbon, Beautiful Wings die, Lots of Tags die, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, Basic Pearls, sponge

Check out the other inspiring entry's at Just Add Ink!

Debbie

Christmas Box

2010-09-27T22:10:00.000-07:00

I've been BUSY BUSY BUSY, creating things for the school gala coming up. (Well, I'm not complaining as it is stamping!)
This is another box that will hold some choccie or Russian fudge. Again, the instructions are from Amy Manhart over at Wunsaponatime. Click HERE to view the video on how to make them :-)
I have used the new Christmas designer paper called Holly Jolly Christmas, as well as the fantastic stamp set, Delightful Decorations.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Delightful Decorations,
Card/Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White, Holly Jolly Christmass DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: XL Ornament punch, Scallop Edge punch, Basic Jewels, Acetate

Debbie

New Catalogue Launch

2010-09-24T22:54:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all my wonderful ladies who came to my new catalogue launch and made it so enjoyable :-)
We made two make & takes using new products. Here is the first one using the Artistic Etchings stampset:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Artistic Etchings
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Early Expresso, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Scallop Edge punch, Early Expresso 1/8" taffeta ribbon, Mat Pack, pearl

And the second one using the cute Owl punch:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Hello Again
Card/paper: Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Poppy Parade
Accessories: XL Owl punch, XL Bird punch, Dazzling Diamonds

Sarah made and decorated these yummy cupcakes using the Owl punch:

Aren't they cute! I hope these wee fellas don't take a nibble! :-)

And congratulations to Joy, Edna and Judy who won spot prizes this afternoon. Enjoy your prizes ladies!

Debbie

Card Holder Tote

2010-09-23T21:12:00.000-07:00

I've made quite a few of these as gifts for my hostesses at workshops. I have put a couple of matching notecards inside, but I'm sure some choccie would go down nicely :-)
I found the instructions for this tote on Chaiki Haversticks blog- "Stamping Pro."

Here is the tote:

And one of the notecards that go inside:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: For You Flower
Card/Paper: Old Olive, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Rose Red, Old Olive
Accessories: XL Fancy Flower punch, Large Oval punch, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, Old Olive 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds

Enjoy the weekend, I have my new catalogue launch tomorrow,

Debbie

Just Add Sympathy

2010-09-20T23:57:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is "Just Add Sympathy." None of us like making sympathy cards, but unfortunately, they are necessary. It's nice to be able to give comfort to people at a time of loss.
I tried to make this card peaceful and gentle. I coloured in the butterfly's, from the All a Flutter stamp set using Rich Razzlebery and Pink Pirouette. In the backround I stamped the En Francais stamp using my new Crumb Cake ink that arrived last week. Yay! I love it!!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: All a Flutter, God's Blessings, En Francais
Card/Paper: Pink Pirouette, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Pink Pirouette, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Corner Rounder punch, Blender Pen

Check out the other entry's, and have a go yourself!

Debbie

Colour Throwdown #110

2010-09-19T21:27:00.000-07:00

I saw this gorgeous colour challenge over at Colour Throwdown, and I just had to take part! Aren't these colours just lovely together:
If you look closely, you can see that I've stamped the image from Upsy Daisy twice, using Pink Pirouette and Rich Razzleberry, to create a shadow effect.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Upsy Daisy, En Francais
Card/Paper: Pink Piroutte, Rich Razzleberry, Basic Gray
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Rich Razzleberry, Basic Gray
Accessories: Basic Gray 1/4" tafetta ribbon

Head over to Colour Throwdown and check out all the other fabulous entry's!

Debbie

Delightful Decorations Box

2010-09-15T23:30:00.000-07:00

I have a school gala coming up, so I've made quite a few of these boxes up to sell. They are quick and easy and will be filled with yummy Russian fudge.
This new Pear Pizzazz ribbon is so easy to work with and goes really well with Crumb Cake (Kraft).

I got this idea from Amy Manhart. She has even got a video on how to make it. Her blog is called Wunsapona Time and has loads of gorgeous ideas.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Delightful Decorations
Card/Paper: Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Poppy Parade, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Pear Pizzazz 1/2" poly stitch ribbon, Corner Rounder punch, Hemp twine, Dazzling Diamonds

Debbie

Just Add Ink Colour Challenge!

2010-09-13T21:08:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge over at Just Add Ink, is this gorgeous colour combination to work with:

I love it, so soft and beautiful. I wanted to use a new stamp set out of the new catalogue, so I used this set called Every Moment that we received for free at the Stampin' Up! regional training.

The photo doesn't do this card justice, there is actually Dazzling Diamonds in the flower bud, and the colours look a lot stronger IRL. :-)

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Every Moment
Card/Paper: Certainly Celery, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Staz-on, So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery
Accessories: 1/4" Pretty in Pink taffeta ribbon, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, sponge, Dazzling Diamonds

Head over to Just Add Ink and check out the other amazing entry's!

Debbie

In-Colour Notecards

2010-09-11T20:41:00.000-07:00

Don't you just love the new In-colours? I can't decide which one I like the best, now that I've had a good play with them.
I've had a good stamping session today, which I always really enjoy (well, don't we all!!) I made these little notecards, featuring the For You Flower stamp (& XL Fancy Flower punch) These are a perfect way to show-case the In-colours.

And here is a close up. This one is Concord Crush:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: For You Flower
Card/Paper: Left-->Right- Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride, Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Concord Crush
Ink: Left-->Right- Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride, Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Concord Crush
Accessories: XL Fancy Flower punch, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, Dazzling Diamonds

Debbie

September's Thank You Notes

2010-09-08T21:00:00.000-07:00

These are September's thank you notes that Sarah makes for me to put in with each of my customer's orders. She's used the new stamp set called Artistic Etchings and the thank you stamp is from the useful, Thank You Kindly stamp set.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Artistic Etchings, Thank You Kindly
Card/Paper: Whisper White
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Elegant Eggplant, Always Artichoke
Accessories: 1" Circle punch

Debbie

Father's Day Cards

2010-09-05T01:32:00.000-07:00

It's Father's Day here in New Zealand so Sarah and I have been busy making these father's day cards. They are inspired by the very talented Bron Heslop. Visit her fabulous her blog HERE.
We have used the Father's Day stamp from occasional greetings stamp set and the gorgeous Medallion stamp, that we clear embossed on the Riding Hood Red card.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Occasional Greetings, Medallion
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip, Versa Mark
Accessories: 1/4" Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon, 5/8" Chocolate Chip grosgarin ribbon, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, clear embossing powder, sponges

Hope you all had a great weekend and are ready to dive into another week!

Debbie

For You Flower Notecard

2010-09-02T23:39:00.001-07:00

This little cutie was inspired by my fab upline, Anabel. I added another layer and came up with this:

I have used the For You Flower stamp and matching punch. It is one of the a' la carte stamps in the back of the new 2010/11 catalogue. These stamps are gorgeous and economical, perfect for beginner stampers!

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: For You Flower
Card/Paper: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Real Red, Basic Black
Accessories: XL Fancy Flower punch, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder

Enjoy the weekend, it's a bit rainy here in Auckland- a perfect excuse for stamping!
Debbie

Just Add Material

2010-08-31T22:16:00.000-07:00

The week's challenge over at Just Add Ink is to "just add material" to a card or papercraft project, I decided to give it a go and made this card. It maybe the last time I use Pale Plum, as you can no longer buy it.
I really love the Vintage Vogue stamp set, it is so versatile. I am really pleased that it made it into the new catalogue. (I think us stampers would have started a riot if it didn't) LOL.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Vinatge Vogue
Card/Paper: Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ink: Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive
Accessories: 5/8" Old Olive grosgrain ribbon, Scallop Edge punch, Pretties Kit, Build-a-Brad, sponge

Check out the other fantastic submissions and have a go yourself!

Debbie

September Promotion

2010-08-31T21:56:00.000-07:00

Stampin' Up! has an amazing promotion this month. If you sign up as a demonstrator, you will receive a new In-colour bundle FREE! This includes cardstock, ink pads and markers. This In-colour kit is worth $100.90, yours, for free! This is a fantastic offer on top of the great value starter kit, the kit can be viewed on page 8 in the 2010/11 catalogue.

Debbie

A Great Day for all Stampers!

2010-08-31T13:01:00.000-07:00

The new 2010/11 Stampin' Up! catalogue is finally here! It's full of gorgeous products and fabulous ideas that will keep you busy for the whole year!
View it online HERE, or contact me to order one for $10.

Debbie

Gift for my Hostess

2010-08-29T21:38:00.000-07:00

Today I held a workshop and I made this little gift for my hostess.....but unfortunately I forgot to take it along (sorry Audrey! I'll give it you ASAP!)
It's very similar to the one that I made for another hostess HERE. I made two cards to go inside, (with envelopes) but I can't show you the cards, because the camera wasn't doing it's job! :(

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Asian Artistry, All a Flutter
Card/Paper: Certainly Celery, Whisper White, tea Party DSP
Ink: Almost Amethyst, Basic Gray
Accessories: 1/4" Certainly Celery grosgrain ribbon, Regal Rose & Certainly Celery markers

Debbie

Fifth Avenue Watercolouring

2010-08-24T01:01:00.000-07:00

This is one of the cards that we made at my watercolouring technique class a couple of weeks ago. It is an effective watercolouring technique using embossing and your re-inkers. The very talented Alisa Tilsner had an article and insructions in a papercraft magazine. This technique is so simple but very effective. I definitely recommend having a go at this.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, Occasional Greetings
Card/Paper: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Watercolour paper, Whisper White, Kiwi Kiss Patterns DSP
Ink: Kiwi Kiss, Versa Mark, Regal Rose and Pretty in Pink re-inkers
Accessories: Silver brads, Aqua Painter, sponge, White embossing powder

Debbie

New Catalogue Sneek Peek!

2010-08-21T22:29:00.000-07:00

Hi, I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend. We are just having a relaxing one :-)

This was my swap for the Auckland Regional Training day. The stamp set is in the new catalogue called Printed Petals. The new catalogue will be available for purchase from the 1st of September.

I have made a mini flower pot for the card using Kraft card (soon to be called Crumb Cake.) And I have layered it onto a Top Note and then onto a card.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Printed Petals, Heard from the Heart
Card/Paper: Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery, Kraft, Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: 3/4" Circle punch, Corner Rounder punch, Top Note die, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, sponges, Dazzling Diamonds

Debbie

Helping Hudson Colour Challenge #9

2010-08-17T21:37:00.000-07:00

This weeks colour challenge for the Helping Hudson Appeal is to choose a colour and neutral (you can use as many shades of that colour as you wish) and use them on your papercraft project!
I used Perfect Plum and Pale Plum. Sadly, Pale Plum is retiring and won't be available for purchase after the end of August :(
On the main panel, I've stamped the rose from Fifth Avenue Floral on Whisper White card in Pale Plum ink. Then I stamped the words from Occasional Greetings over the rose in Perfect Plum ink. I then layered it up to a piece of Pale Plum and distressed piece of Perfect Plum, then attached it to the card. Easy!!
Go and visit the Helping Hudson website and check out all the other fabulous entry's and have a go yourself! It's for a very good cause.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Fifth Avenue Floral, En Francais, Occasional Greetings
Card/Paper: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum, Whisper White
Ink: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum
Accessories: Mat Pack, sponge

Debbie

A Few Cards

2010-08-11T23:17:00.000-07:00

Hi there, life is a bit busy at the moment, but I thought I'd share a few cards with you all.

The dress on this first one is made by cutting into the Scallop Circle die:
Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Sincere Salutations
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Whisper White, Vellum, Candy Lane DSP
Ink: Riding Hood Red
Accessories: Riding Hood Red 1/4" taffeta ribbon, clear rhinestone brads, Scalloped Circle die, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder

Here I've used the Sweet Stems stamp set and Tea Party designer paper:Supplies Used:
Stamp Set: Sweet Stems, Thank You Kindly
Card/Paper: Certainly Celery, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White, Tea Party DSP
Ink: Pretty in Pink, So Saffron, Basic Black
Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle punch, Scallop Circle punch, Pretty in Pink 1/4" grosgraion ribbon

This last one was a CASE, sorry I can't give full credit because I can't remember where I found it. Well anyway, it is a purse using the Top Note die:Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Best Yet
Card/Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Kraft, Cottage Wall DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Rich Razzleberry 1/2" grosgrain ribbon, Top Note die, Build-a-Brad, 1/2" Circle punch

Which one is your favourite? I think mine is the dress one. Better get going, I have a watercolouring class on tonight.

Debbie

August's Thank You Notes

2010-08-08T00:03:00.000-07:00

Hi, this is Sarah posting. These are August's thank you notes that I made for mum to put in each of her orders. I have used Vintage Vogue and the Thank You Kindly stamp sets which we have found very useful. These are the colours that I've used: Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo, Riding Hood Red, Elegant Eggplant and Old Olive.Watch out for next month's!
Sarah :-)

Friendly Words in Cracked Glass

2010-08-07T01:36:00.000-07:00

This is a simple card using the Friendly Words wheel and cracked glass technique. It's a really good template to make use of your wheels.And here's a close up of the cracked glass panel:Supplies Used:
Card/Paper: Riding Hood Red, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Versa Mark
Accessories: Friendly Words wheel, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Very Vanilla 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, clear embossing powder

Hope your enjoying the weekend!

Debbie

Elegant Kindness

2010-08-01T01:26:00.000-07:00

I believe this is called a "gate fold card." Simply a piece of A5 cardstock, just folded so that the 2 sides meet in the middle.
The softness of both colours- Bashful Blue and Certainly Celery, the pearls and the En Francais stamp, give a graceful and elegant feel. Do you agree?

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Echoes of Kindness, Heard from the Heart, En Francais
Card/Paper: Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Ink: Bashful Blue
Accessories: Bashful Blue marker, Certainly Celery marker, 1/4" Certainly Celery grosgrain ribbon, Mat Pack, Pretties Kit, Dazzling Diamonds

Debbie

Last Chance List

2010-08-01T01:22:00.000-07:00

With the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue just around the corner, it’s time to bid a fond farewell to several of our favourite stamps and accessories in order to make room for exciting new products. Items on the retired list--now called the Last Chance List-- last from August 1st- 31st and are only available while supplies last. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Plus, in a rare promotion, select retiring products are up to 50 percent off! Don’t miss this last chance to get them.

Click HERE to download the list or email me for a copy.

Debbie

Cottage Garden Spinner

2010-07-30T23:26:00.000-07:00

I love spinner cards! They are so much fun. Simply tilt the card from side to side to see the flower spin along the slot (from the Word Window punch, punched several times)
I have used the gorgeous Cottage Garden stamp set along with the coordinating papers- Cottage Wall. These are both in the Autumn/Winter catalogue which is going to finish at the end of August.
Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Cottage Garden
Card/Paper: Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Whisper White, Cottage Wall DSP
Ink: Pale Plum, Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle punch, 1 1/4" Circle punch, Word Window punch, Scallop Edge punch, Clear Rinestone brad

Debbie

Card Holder Bag

2010-07-25T00:57:00.000-07:00

This is the gift that I made for my hostess at the workshop that I held today. Chiaki Haverstick writes fantastic tutorials on her blog, this uses less than one sheet of double sided designer paper and ribbon for the bag. The left over DSP can be used for cards that fit inside. I made 2 cards to pop in for my hostess, plus envelopes:

With the 2-step stampin' promotion in mind, we made this card using the Cottage Garden and Cheep Talk stamp sets. The stamped layer was inspired by Marelle Taylor.

Supplies Used:
Stamp Sets: Cottage Garden. Cheep Talk
Card/Paper: Old Olive, Kraft, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Pale Plum, Old Olive, Versa Mark
Accessories: Rich Razzlerry 1/2" polka dot ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds

Host your own workshop and receive a special gift from me, as well as Hostess benefits depending on sales. Drop me a line for more info.

Debbie