Toodle-oo, Doodle This

There is only ONE WEEK left to order the retiring stamp sets, and here are a few samples from another versatile retiring set, Doodle This. To add the all-over-sparkle on this card (and the one from the Heartfelt Thanks set I shared last week), simply stamp your image and color it in, then lay your card stock face down onto a Versamark Pad, covering the whole area. Add Iridescent Ice embossing powder to cover, shake off the excess and heat.And this technique is called "Crayon Resist": Use Stampin' Up! glossy white paper, stamp images in black ink and let dry. Next, use a white crayon and "doodle" anywhere you want white to appear. Finally, sponge classic ink over the images with a sponge or sponge dauber, then wipe card with a tissue for the white to POP OUT:
I'd LOVE to have more friends coming to the Stamp-a-Stack class this Saturday at 10 a.m. in Spanish Fork, Utah...call me ASAP to register (801-376-8685). Nothing says "I cared enough to send the very best" like a hand-stamped card!!

Stamp-A-Stack Class: June 27

If you aren't quite ready to get that close to nature this summer, come stamping instead of camping!

Saturday, June 27 is the next Stamp-a-Stack Class where you will create 16 beautiful cards (4 each of 4 different designs) including this one:
I will have the supplies ready for you to stamp and assemble, you just bring scissors, adhesive (SNAIL adhesive recommended) and a box or bag to store your finished cards in (a bone folder is handy, but optional). Cost: $20 (Stamp Club Members~10% off!)

Time: 10 a.m. (1 p.m. class will be added when morning class is full)
Location: Down Spendlove Lane in Spanish Fork

Pre-registration required: 801-376-8685

Adieu and Au Revoir

Here's a final backward glance at the Happy Heart Day stamp set that will also be retired at the end of June...Don't worry, little elephant, I will never forget how you made me smile!

A Fond Farewell...

...to one of my favorite stamp sets, Heartfelt Thanks:It has been a staple for many of my favorite cards, so soft and subtle:It is one of the stamp sets that will be retired at the end of June, so if you need to add it to your collection, order it soon before it's gone forever.

Tune in tomorrow for another farewell and a look at one of the cards you could make at my upcoming Stamp-a-Stack class!

In My Own Little Corner...

For the two or three of you who *haven't* been in my home or seen any Decor Elements from Stampin' Up!, here is a little corner of my rumpus room with the Manhattan Flowers on the wall (The white blob on the right is the sun shining through the window, not a painting mistake). My friend Kelli made the "Faith, Family, Friends" hanging with similar vinyl, but not from SU!

When we moved into this house, Kiersta spent DAYS peeling off wallpaper in the entry...so much that she vowed NEVER to put wallpaper on any wall. The beauty of Decor Elements is that they are removable and don't damage the paint, thus: You can re-decorate as often as you wish :) And they are super easy to apply...I think I put up all of these in under 30 minutes. I watched a TV segment where someone put these very flowers on their stainless steel refrigerator: very cool!

The Manhattan Flowers are still available, but some of the Decor Elements are being retired at the end of June, too. If you would like a list of those that are retiring, just ask!

The Heat is On...

Summertime means flip flops, beach umbrellas, swimming pools, popsicles, and spending time with friends--both old and new. You'll want to take advantage of these HOT deals:

• Last Chance List (click on link to the left) ENDS JUNE 30th. E-mail me for a list of Last Chance Accessories, some up to 50% off! (Accessories available only while supplies last, so the list will change daily).
  
• Earn MORE HOSTESS REWARDS by scheduling a party in June (link on left) AND if you have 10+ adult guests in attendance, I'll add any Decor Element (up to $12.95)!
  
• SIGN UP for my SIZZLING NEW monthly newsletter by clicking on the link to the right (make sure you don't miss an issue and do it NOW!)
• Country Living Summer Cookout Kit (click here)
• ANYTIME is a fantastic time to start a Stampin' Up! business and I'm looking for creative people to join my Stampin' Family: Become a demonstrator with me during June and get a Simply Scrappin' Kit AND 6x6 Album from me when you place your first workshop order (a $36.95 value!). Ready to sign up? The password to join on my website is "stampwithme"
  

Creativity Gone Terribly Wrong...

My new daily giggle stop is cakewrecks, where you can scratch your head at the talent (or lack thereof) of professional (??) cake decorators everywhere. From the bizarre...
To the edible incarnation of egotistical bridezilla (or as James Thurber once said, "The most dangerous food is Wedding Cake". Let that be a lesson for you, dear groom): And the misspelled (WHERE was the spell checker?)...

Photo Tips

Designer Series Paper Inspiration

If working with patterned paper has you stumped, here is a little inspiration~and through May, when you buy 3 Designer Series Paper, you get 1 FREE!

Here is a scrapbook layout using the "Good Morning Sunshine" Designer Series Paper (DSP):

We had been to the Aviary, so I *had* to use the chipboard owl, and I colored him with a Chocolate Chip Craft pad. Recipe: Good Morning Sunshine DSP, Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip, Pacific Point and Summer Sun cardstock and ink, On Board So Tweet, Kiwi striped grosgrain ribbon, Perfect Day rub-ons, "Hooray" Designer Hardware, Big Shot & Billboard strip die.

AND don't miss the Featured Project video on my Stampin' Up! website: Scrapbooking with Designer Series Paper!!!

Next is an idea I copied from Kristina Werner's blog (sorry, I can't find the exact date) but I love the simplicity and it's a terrific idea to use up all those little scraps you've been hoarding:
Recipe: Sweet Always DSP, Chocolate Chip card stock, Chit-Chat rub-ons, scallop edge punch, white gel pen, Flower Assortment Designer Brads. Hint: cut/punch 1" squares.

Phabulous Photos or Fabulous Fotos?

I'm always completely amazed at the talents and science of good picture: I've taken a digital photography class, but I still struggle to get a good portrait. However, Jocelin has the Midas Touch when it comes to capturing real beauty: She took these photos (and these) of my senior daughter and her friend and WOW!! Jocelin has an eye for a great shot!