Third Thursday Class ~ using vellum

We used vellum card stock in our class last night and I thought I would show you several of the cards that we created.  This one uses one of the bundles that Stampin' Up! has on special for the month of August.  The special is the Star framelits and the new stamp set, Bright and Beautiful ~ all at a 15% discount.  We embossed the star using silver embossing powder and layered it against DSP, All is Calm, from the Holiday Catalog.  What do you think?

This one is using the Gold Fancy Foil Vellum on page 193 in the Annual Catalog and the stamp set, Bravo, which you can find on page 133.  We added a little of the Gold Sequin Trim and Gold Baker's Twine for this fun card.  I'll post some more tomorrow from the class, have to go make dinner and get ready for the Packers against the Raiders.  GO PACK!

Stamp-n-storage

This stamp pad and marker storage unit is new in the Cat/Art Studio and I thought you might like to see it.  I have been using Stampin' Up!'s Color Caddy (104335) for years successfully but this unit takes up less room and gives me more counter space ~ definitely an advantage.  I have more work space than previously.  The company is Stamp-a-Storage and it is in MN.  If you want more information just let me know.  Thanks for stopping by!  Susan Elise

Holiday Stamp-a-Stack coming soon!

This has got to be one of the silliest stamp sets in Stampin' Up!'s new Holiday Catalog!  'VISIONS OF SANTA' really makes me laugh!!!  I know it seems a bit early since school hasn't even started yet but you know it will come quickly!  So, let's do a little planning............

My Stamp-a-Stack Class begins on Saturday, September 27, and will run for three months.  The other dates are Oct. 18 and Nov. 8.  You will make 12 cards at each of the three classes, 2 each of 6 designs.  We will cover all of the fall festivities with a concentration in the Christmas holidays.  The class fee is $25.00 or$15 with an in-class order of $30 or more.  Email me if you are interested.

Yee-Haw!

Melissa stopped by on Sunday afternoon to pick up her stamp club order.  I told her I had made a card that reminded me of her (she has a great pair of boots!) so she came in to see the card.  And, she suggested a couple of changes in color with the addition of glitter (on the stars).

I used the new Blendability markers on these boots ~ lots of fun.  Then I mentioned to Melissa that I had used this stamp set because Stampin' Up! had just introduced a new stamp set ~ YEE-HAW!  And, it is perfect for all the cowboys and cowgirls out there ~ or, just someone with a pair of great boots!  You can see lots of samples using this fun set in my newsletter this week and future blog posts!

Fav stamp set for August

Kinda Eclectic Project Sheet

 

I have posted a Project Sheet for you to use with this stamp set.  Simply click on the link above and download the sheet for your IDEA BOOK!  And, because this pretty set is my favorite this month, I spent a little time on the Stampin' Up! website finding some additional samples for you.  STAMPIN' CONNECTION is such a fabulous resource for demonstrators!!!

 

I'd love to post your creation on my blog!  Email me a jpg.  I am sure everyone would like to see how you use this lovely stamp set.  I'll put a pretty card in the mail to you as a thank you!!!

 

Kinda Eclectic Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.95

Kinda Eclectic Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.95

 

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Fright Night Class

So many of you have mentioned that you haven't received your Holiday Catalog yet....I apologize as I really thought they would have been in your mailbox by now!  They are coming (and, you know I have one for YOU if it doesn't arrive)!  In the meantime, I wanted you to know about this fun project which is in the catalog ~ this is the Frightful Wreath Simply Created Kit!  Want one for your front door?  I have two classes scheduled ~

Saturday, Septemer 6

10 AM or 3 PM ~ you choose

All supplies included in the class ~  glitter spider web, spider (which you will create, see below), lace doilies, ribbon, foam wreath, black tinsel paper.  The class fee is $38.  Email me if you are interested in the class.

Big Shot Weekly Deals

This week you have some awesome Big Shot products to pick up at a discount.  The Weekly Deals are full of Big Shot accessories.  Combine it with the Big Shot bundle promotion and/or the Clearance Rack this month so the savings can really add up.  Take a look at the Weekly Deals:



So visit my online stamping store here and get the products you want today before they are gone because the offer is only good while supplies last. The discount appears when you check out so don't worry about that.  
 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Third Thursday Class this week....

Vellum octopus bubbles ~ Sea Street.

This class is a monthly class and I hope you will put it on your calendar ~ every month!  The theme of the class changes and the August theme is working with VELLUM.  You can find Vellum on page 193 in Stampin' Up!'s 2014-15 catalog.  There are two kinds, one is White Vellum card stock and the other is Fancy Foil Designer Vellum.  We will be using both in class on Thursday night.  The class fee is $15 or the class is FREE with a $30 in-class order.  I do need to know if you are planning on attending so email me now so I can prepare your cards for you.  You will be making six cards ~ three designs ~ 2 of each.  And, BRING A FRIEND new to the studio and you and your friend choose five cards each from my CARD BASKET!  See you Thursday!

A little kindness goes a long way...

I am hoping that this post will motivate you to send a card today.  The card above is one of the projects from my August Stamp Clubs.  Last week, one of our favorite stamp club friends, Mary, couldn't attend due to illness.  We signed a card and put it in the mail to her.  Patty, her daughter, sent this email and I thought it was something that we should all remember ~

Hi Friends ~ The first thing Mama did when I arrived Saturday evening was bring the card to me that Susan made and four of you signed.  It really meant a lot to her and was a highlight in her day.  Thank you for doing that!  NEVER underestimate the power of a gesture of kindness and thoughtfulness.  Sometimes it only takes a simple act to change a day or a life.  Love, Patty

Coming soon............

HALLOWEEN

and, in Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Catalog, the GIFT BOX PUNCH BOARD!  This is a sneak peak of some cute boxes that Rosie made for me this morning (while I was working on my FRIGHT NIGHT WREATH).  She used last year's Halloween Designer Series Paper so stay tuned for additional boxes and a sneak peak of this year's cute DSP!  Thanks for stopping by today!

And, how cute is that tag!!!!