A Stamping Good Time

One More...

...Crazy 4 Card sample - fun folds was our theme this month.  Next month it is going to be the Ins and Outs of Coloring!!

 

Stamps:  Oval All, Fresh Cuts

Inks:  Garden Green, Basic Black

Paper:  Flock Together Designer Series Paper, Tempting Turquoise, So Saffron, Garden Green, Whisper White

Accessories:  Wide Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, Round Tab Punch, Whisper White Grossgrain Ribbon, Ribbon Bundle(ret.)

Crazy 4 Cards!

We made 3 cards this month, the theme was fun folds so they took a little longer than the average card...

 

This first card features two Big Shot dies...Top Note and Matchbox - they So Saffron tag is from the second of the two.  The Designer Series Paper is Tea Party, folded over to make the shape of a purse (hint - I had to trim off the point on the sides of the Top Note).  The clasp is a Filigree Brad, which is adhered by  using the Paper Piercing Tool and Mat Pack.  Behind the So Saffron tag is an Almost Amethyst Scallop Oval, and the "just for you" is from a new set - Teeny Tiny Wishes.  The handle is made with pink grossgrain ribbon.  The card is made with Almost Amethyst 8 1/2 by 11 cardstock cut to 8 1/2 by 5 1/2, with Pretty In Pink layer - 4 x 5 1/4.

Next is a fun one for me, I don't have sons and my girls don't get invited to too many boys parties.  However I am the proud Godmother of young Shane, who turned ONE this month, so I needed some boy stuff!

 

This is a Joy Fold Card, made with Tall Tales Designer Series Paper, Old Olive, Brilliant Blue, and Rose Red Cardstock, those same Classic Ink Pads, and a Bold Brights Brad.

First cut the olive paper 4 1/4 x 8 1/2, then score at 5 1/2.  Adhere a 4 x 5 1/4 layer of Designer Series Paper to the inside, and a coordinating 2 1/2 by 4 piece ont he outside of the Old Olive base. 

Next cut the Brilliant Blue 2 3/4 x 8, and score at 4".  Layer a 3 3/4 x 2 1/2 piece of Designer Sieres Paper to the outside. 

Punch two tags, using the Tag Punch and Small Tag Punch, stamp as you would like, I used Fundamental Phrases.  Adhere using two Stampin' Dimensionals along the side and position so it will hold the fold shut.

Here is a pic of it open...

 

There is one more card...come back tomorrow!!!

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Stampin' Square Winner!

Click HERE to see the drawing for the winner of the $50 Gift Certificate from Stampin' Squares!

Next contest begins August 1...same rules apply - $50 purchase OR $300 workshop hostess earns a square, when the board fills up I will draw a winner!

Enjoy the day - new samples and Joy Fold tutorial tomorrow!

Need a New Light Fixture?

How's this?

 

This is the Chandelier Decor Element, one of many incredible images available from the Definately Decorative catalog.

To book a Definately Decorative workshop, email stampwithtara@yahoo.com or call 207-590-8631.  There are limited dates available that qualify for the Book to Look promotion...don't wait!

Wow!

Today I want to do something I have never done before...admit I've made a HUGE mistake!

Ok, actually I have done this before, but not like this.

Three years ago (maybe?) Stampin' Up! started carrying Craft & Paper Scissors -

I held off getting them because I have the Paper Snips -   and love them!

Well, Stampin Up! Demonstrators are eligible to earn Great Rewards Points for sales and promotions by demonstrators in their downline. To find out more about the other benefits for Stampin' Up! Demonstrators, come to the Opportunity Night July 30th at 7pm - email stampwithtara@yahoo.com for details and directions!  Anyway, I ususally use these points for business supplies, but this time decided to get some goodies for me, and the Craft and Paper Scissors were on my list.

OH MY GOODNESS!!!  They cut ribbon like BUTTAH!

Here is what Stampin' Up says on the Customer Ordering section of my website -

After you use these scissors just once, you’ll be hooked. These high-quality scissors cut ribbon and card stock easily and beautifully. You’ll get a smooth, clean cut every time.

■ Stainless steel blades, 3-3/4" blade length
■ Perfect for cutting card stock and ribbon
■ Ergonomically designed to fit your hand (right-handed)
■ Heavy duty

$29.95, plus tax and shipping - order yours NOW!

I will post the Deal of the Week this afternoon, come on back and check!

What are you doing Tuesday at 7pm?

One of my customers had to leave town suddenly for a funeral and won't be making this week's Crazy 4 Cards class...the class was full, so now there is one opening!  Email stampwithtara@yahoo.com quickly!

Teacher Birthday Cards - so cute!

 

This is the card sample I created for the teachers I work with, it fits into a legal size envelope, and inside is a holder for the ever coveted Happy Birthday Pencil!  We used the new InColor markers to color in the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set - they really enjoyed the projects and are happy to have their birthday cards ready for next year's students!

If you are a teacher or know some teachers who would be interested in this class, email stampwithtara@yahoo.com!  This is also available as a Class To Go - all paper is cut, and instructions are included!  $20 for the class, which is enough for 20 cards, plus shipping, but purchase the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set to go along with it and pay $39 for EVERYTHING!

I accept paypal as well as all major credit cards, so call or email me to get  your class cards goin'!

Enjoy the day!

Tara

Thinkin' in InColors!

Happy Friday!

If you are in the New England area you are really looking forward to the weekend because we think the sun is coming out for more than 1 day - woohoo!

When I return home, I'm going to scrap some pics from our trip to Hull, including I hope some of my dad from Wednesday night - I noticed his shirt was a Razzleberry, and his shorts Soft Suede!!!  I can't believe how I think in InColors!!!

Post a comment - where do you notice SU color combos?? I have some blog candy for you!!!

Limited Time Offer!

 

 

When you book a workshop in August, there are some fabulous deals to be had!

First - I have incredible BOOK TO LOOK specials but they are only available through August 30th!  These include free gifts with qualifying workshops

Second - When customers purchase $35 in stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the Idea Book and Catalog, they receive FREE DESIGNER SERIES BUTTONS! (I am doing some holiday shopping with this promotion and keeping the goodies for me, lol!)

Third - see this cool Growing Up Chart in the photo above?  This is only available through the month of August and when you purchase it, receive an applicator tool FREE!

Now, fortunately for me and my family we are vacationing for two weeks in August, but that still leaves some dates available.

 *August 1ST, 2ND 6TH, 28TH, 29TH, 31ST.

Call 207-590-8631 or email stampwithtara@yahoo.com to book yours today and take advantage of these fun offers!

How Perfect!

Happy Wednesday!

I have had a lot of new readers to my blog recently, so WELCOME!  It's great to know that when I sit here and write these posts that someone is reading them - lol!

This morning I was surfing one of my greatest resources, the Stampin Up! Demonstrator Website, found this sample and thought - HOW PERFECT!

 

In 18 days, but who is counting, my wonderful husband and I are leaving on a cruise to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary!  While it is not the incentive trip Stampin Up! demonstrators can earn, it is because of the money I have earned this year that we are able to take this trip.  If you would like to find out more about the different revenue streams that there are as a Stampin' Up Demonstrator, join us on July 30th at 7pm at my home in Saco, Maine. 

If you are not in the area and are interested in more information, call 207-590-8631 - I have demonstrators on my team in 3 different states, there are possibilities everwhere in the US as a part of the Beantown Brayers  team of demonstrators!