For Peep's Sake, It's Almost Easter

Hello Stamping Friends,

Welcome to another Fabulous Friday with the Sisters in Stamping. This week the sisters selected Easter as the theme. It is only about a week away. I'm sharing with you an adorable card using the For Peep's Sake stamp set from the Occasions catalog. Personally, I love the saying and just couldn't resist getting this set. It's such a fun set for kid's cards or treats. And by kids, I mean both BIG and small. What makes this card even better is that it's a movement card, which makes it fun to "play" with.

I used the Birthday Bash designer series paper as my starting point, which made it super easy to focus on colors. I just needed to look on the back of the paper package to see what colors are used on the paper and go from there. I wanted this card to be fun so that's why I used the circle card thinlit.

Here's a view of the right side flap open. To get the flap I cut my cardstock 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" and slide that into the thinlit with the right side of the paper over the top of the thinlit. If you don't do that you will cut the card stock and not have a flap. I added the whisper white cardstock so you can easily write a message inside that will be hidden when the flap is closed.

And here's a view with the entire card open. The thinlit is so great because it cuts and scores the card exactly where you need it so you don't have to measure, score and hope you did it right. It was a bit tedious to color the eggs but I love how they look. Much better than not colored, trust me.

Don't forget to head over to the Sisters in Stamping blog for more Easter ideas.

Also, there's only 4 more days left of Sale-a-bration. Did you get your FREEBIES?  Don't forget to place your order on my website or contact me to order for you.

Thanks for stopping by!

Spring Has Sprung

Hello Stamping Friends,

Spring has sprung. Happy First day of Spring! Even if it is snowing like crazy here in NEPA. Another snow day for our school as well. I must say, I'm more than ready to see some blooming flowers around here. It will still be a while here though. Still a ton of snow on the ground and more coming as I type. Not exactly the best start to spring but I know it will get better. (It has to)

So instead of looking out the window and seeing some flowers popping up, I'm sharing some great blooming flowers with you here today. Since it is the first day of Spring the Sisters in Stamping selected flowers as the theme to kick off a new season.

There's even some lacy flowers on the background thanks to the awesome embossing folder. This card definitely says spring. Use a couple of punches and get some great blooming little flowers. The calypso coral really makes a popping statement for this card.

To make the tag for the card, I punched the leaves and stems from the bird punch. I cut the stem off at the leaves and attached that to the tag (some will be hanging off that you will need to cut off). I then cut the top and bottom leaves off of the leaf cluster and kept the two center leaves attached. I added them to different positions on each stem to make the flowers look more realistic. The flower is from the itty bitty accents punch pack. Perfect sized flower for the stem. And what makes the flower even better is the rhinestones for the center for each flower.

The little piece of designer paper adds the perfect finishing touch. It's punched using the dotted scallop ribbon border which makes it a little more fun. The stamp is colored with Stampin' Write markers so I could get the multi-color.

Don't forget to check out Sisters in Stamping for even more great projects to get ready for the start of spring. You won't be disappointed.

Also, there's just over a week left to Sale-a-bration, so don't let time get away from you and you miss the biggest sale of the year.

Product List

For Peeps' Sake Clear Stamp Set [138557] $17.95	Lovely Lace Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [133737] $7.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95	Angled Tag Topper Punch [133323] $22.95
Builder Bird Punch [117191] $16.95	Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack [133787] $16.95	Calypso Coral 3/4" Chevron Ribbon [130018] $8.95	Silver Baker's Twine [132976] $3.50
Handheld Stapler [139083] $9.95	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker [100082] $3.50	Calypso Coral Stampin' Write Marker [131902] $3.50	Wild Wasabi Stampin' Write Marker [120975] $3.50
Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments [119246] $4.95	Subtles Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack [130135] $21.95	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122925] $6.95	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953] $6.95
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Wild Wasabi 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [108641] $6.95	So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105118] $6.95	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $6.95
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $3.95	Paper Snips Scissors [103579] $9.95

March Stamping Classes; Register Today

March 2015  Classes

There’s only one month left to Sale-a-bration. That means only  one month left to get your favorite items from the Sale-a-bration  brochure for FREE. Host a private class and you can even earn more great products for FREE. I have a few dates left in March for you to host your own class.

As always, if you can’t make a class in person, you can always have the TO GO option. Just let me know.

Thursday, March 12, 2015  6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Stamp of the Month Class – $25.00 per person for the clear stamp set

 $30.00 per person for wood mount stamp set

This is a monthly class that features one stamp set that you will receive as part of the class fee. We will stamp 3 different cards and one 3-D project using the stamp of the month during the class.  All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive and some clear blocks, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class.

Stamp set this month: For Peep’s Sake (page 34 in the Occasions Catalog)

RSVP Deadline: Saturday, March 7, 2015 (when registering specify clear or wood mount.

Monday, March 16,  2015 at 6:30 PM

Intro to Project Life Class – FREE

I am looking for people interested in memory keeping (NOT scrapbooking) or any burned out scrapbookers who want to document their photos without draining time, energy and wallets. No creativity required!!! No gluing or cropping! It is so quick, easy, and very affordable. I'd LOVE to show you how you can create beautiful albums documenting your story without all of the time and energy of traditional scrapbooking!!!! If you would like to learn more about this AWESOME new way of memory keeping, contact me or drop by Monday evening between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm to check it out for yourself!! You will get to try it out yourself. Be sure to bring 6-8 pictures with you.

RSVP Deadline :Friday, March 13, 2015

Sunday, March 22, 2015  2:0 PM – 4:00 PM

BOGO EVENT  - $5.00 or FREE with a minimum purchase

You will be making two different make n takes using some great new Sale-abration items that have been released just for the month of March.  Plus all retired products will be Buy one, get one FREE. And what that really means is that for each retired product that you purchase you will get that amount in new catalog merchandise for FREE. Plus remember you can earn Sale-a-bration items for FREE with a qualifying Sale-a-bration order.(All materials for the class are included in the fee. You only need to bring your snail adhesive.

RSVP Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2015

 Thursday, March 26, 2015  6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Stamp a Stash – $20.00 or FREE with a minimum purchase

 Stamp a Stash is a great way to stock up on cards that you will need throughout the year. You make 12 cards in total (3 different cards, 4 of each) and envelopes are included. All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class. 

RSVP Deadline: Tuesday, March  24, 2014

Sunday, March 29, 2015  2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Berry Basket Class– $40.00 per person

 This class will features the great berry basket die that is in the Occasions catalog. We will be making 4 different projects using the berry basket die. And yes, we will be using in some non-traditional ways that you would normally think it would be used for.  All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class. You will take the Berry Basket die home with you.

RSVP Deadline:Monday, March 23, 2015

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW; YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT

Saturday, April 25, 2015  10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Spring Stamping Retreat– $40.00 per person

Daleville United Methodist Church Rte 435, Daleville
(close to Bill’s Shop Rite, Kay’s Pizza)
This is an all day stamping retreat that you can bring whatever projects you are currently working on and stamp the day away with friends, old and new. Great time to get those cards and projects started that you have been thinking about. As part of the fee for the day you will get your own spot to work at all day, several make n takes, lunch, dessert, a goody bag for each person worth $15 in Stampin’ Up! product, chances for prizes, a lot of samples to inspire you, and there will be tables of retired product that you can purchase for a discounted price

 RSVP Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2015