Well, that's all for me tonight. My son wants to start a puzzle before he heads off to bed. Thanks for peeking in on me today!
Sunday, December 13, 2009
FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
Well, that's all for me tonight. My son wants to start a puzzle before he heads off to bed. Thanks for peeking in on me today!
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
WELCOME CHRISTMAS
Sunday, November 29, 2009
EMBRACEABLE YOU
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
THANKSGIVING BLESSINGS
I wish you could see this card in real life. The colors are so much better. My husband tried to photograph it. I tried to photograph it and he even tried again. So I apologize for the picture, but I can't retake it. I already sent it to a retired co-worker whose health is declining. I hope it cheers him up to know that his old co-workers are thinking of him this holiday season.
I'm not really sure that this card went in the direction that I was hoping. Sometimes my cards just have a mind of their own. I just wanted to take a small break from making Christmas cards and focus on the holiday at hand - Thanksgiving. I just love this stamp set. I won it at the Cincinnati Stampin' Up! Regional in September. The leaves were stamped in Basic Brown ink and sponge daubers were used to color them in. I cut each one out, bent the leaves and added dimensionals to give them a more three dimensional look.
I'm going to make it a short post tonight as I need to clean house and prepare food for the next two days. We're off to my in-laws tomorrow and then dinner at my house on Friday.
Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving. I hope you share it with the ones you love! Thanks for peeking in on me today!
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Christmas Wreath
Tomorrow starts the beginning of Stampin' Up!'s ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA sale offered through November 30th. Be on the lookout for amazing discounts offered on wonderful Stampin' Up! products. For more information, check it out here on Monday morning.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
A Little Something For You
All I did was cut a 12" x 12" piece of cardstock into and folded it in half. Next, using your Big Shot machine, line the score line of your card almost all the way to the top of the Scallop Square die design but not quite. If you line up the score line of your card past the top of the Scallop Square die you'll end up with two beautiful scallop squares. Not the look you're going for, trust me : ) Once you've got the edge where you want it just run the die through the Big Shot machine and voila'. You get this beautiful scalloped card. To get the oval cutout in the middle of the card you'll need to use the scallop oval punch. Just line up the punch with the middle of the card and slide it up as far as it will go from the bottom of the card and punch out the oval. You'll then adhere your second piece of cardstock right over the front. Yes, you'll cover up your pretty scallop oval, but don't worry. Flip the card over so you can see where you've punched out the first oval and line the punch up and punch again. You never want to try to punch through two pieces of heavy cardstock at the same time. This may break your punch.
So, do you want to see inside? Do you?? Do you?? Okay, here it is ........................... Super cool, huh? To make the pocket for the gift card you'll just run the patterned paper through the Big Shot using the Scallop Square die again and just adhere it to the sides and bottom of your card base. DO NOT place adhesive to the middle or to the top of your patterned paper. You won't have a gift card holder then : )
This was another card my guests made at the 10 for $10 Christmas card class I had at my house last week. This card was a big hit.
If you live in or near the Waverly area and would like to attend one of my classes, please email me at l_burkitt@yahoo.com. I'll be glad to send you information about my upcoming classes and would be thrilled to have you there.
Thanks for peeking in on me today! Have a great evening!
Supplies: All Stampin' Up! unless noted; Stamps - Christmas Punches; Paper - Old Olive, Real Red, Very Vanilla, Old Olive DSP; SU! Markers- Chocolate Chip, Real Red, Old Olive; Accessories - Big Shot Machine, Scallop Square Die, Scallop Oval Punch, Chocolate Chip Taffeta Ribbon, Petal-A-Plenty Embossing Folder, Dimensionals
Monday, November 16, 2009
FROSTY AND FRIENDS
Have a great day and thanks for peeking in on me today! I'm a little under the weather but hope to be feeling better soon.
Supplies: Stamps - The More the Merrier, Happy Everything; Ink - Basic Black, Su! Markers - Old Olive, Real Red, Black, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie; Cardstock - Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Real Red, Whisper White; Accessories - Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, 2 Way Glue Pen, Eyelet Border Punch, Mellow Moss Grosgrain Ribon, 1/16" Punch, Real Red Brad
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless noted.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
BACK IN THE SADDLE AND A CHALLENGE TO BOOT
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
YOU KNOW DASHER AND DANCER AND PRANCER...........
Saturday, October 24, 2009
10 for $10 Christmas Card Class
What: 10 for $10 Christmas Card Class
Where: 2697 Pennington Road, Waverly
When: (Your choice) Thursday, November 12th, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. or
Saturday, November 14th, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $10 for 10 different Christmas cards with envelopes.
RSVP By: Pre-payment will be due by Saturday, November 7th, to reserve your spot. This will allow me to purchase all the necessary supplies and pre-cut all card stock for the projects you will be making.
What to Bring: Your choice of adhesive and scissors. Adhesive will be available for purchase at class for $5.00.
To ensure a reserved spot, please be sure to include your class date preference when submitting your payment. Class space is limited, so be sure to sign up early!
If you have any questions or need directions, please feel free to email me at l_burkitt@yahoo.com.
Thanks for peeking in on me today!
Thursday, October 22, 2009
DEAL OF THE WEEK #3
Throughout October, get all-new Deals of the Week—with select products up to 50% off! See below for this week’s Deals of the Week:
Now through October 26, 9:50 AM (MT)
1/2" Library Clips
Regular Price: $6.95
Deal of the Week Price: $3.99
Basic Jumbo Grommets
Regular Price: $6.95
Deal of the Week Price: $4.49
Circle Designer Brads
Regular Price: $5.95
Deal of the Week Price: $3.99
Mini Library Clips
Regular Price: $12.95
Deal of the Week Price: $8.99
Visit my Online Store today to take advantage of these great offers! Shop Stampin' Up! 24/7 here.
Monday, October 19, 2009
TLC CLASS PROJECT #2 - FAUX CLOUDS
That's it for me. Thanks for peeking in on me today!
(All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless noted.)
Supplies: Stamps - Branch Out, Sincere Salutations; Paper - Old Olive, Soft Suede, Whisper White; Ink - Soft Suede, Rose Red, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Bashful Blue; Accessories - Circle Scissors Plus, Scallop Edge Punch, Scallop Circle Punch (cloud template), Scallop Oval Punch, Small Oval Punch, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber, Rich Razzleberry Polka Dotted Grosgrain Ribbon
Sunday, October 18, 2009
TLC CLASS - PROJECT #1
Thursday, October 15, 2009
BE BACK SOON . . . . .
If you live in or near the Waverly area and would like to attend one of my stamping classes just send me an e-mail at l_burkitt@yahoo.com. I'll make sure to send you information about upcoming classes.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Stampin' Up! - Deals of the Week #2
Saturday, October 10, 2009
HEARTFELT THANKS
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
WELCOME LITTLE ONE
I attended a baby shower for a young lady in my church congregation last night. (I say young because she's probably in her late 20's or early 30's. She's younger than me so that makes her young.) She'll be having her baby next Monday via C-Section. I had a wonderful time at our hostess',Vicki's, home. She's such a terrific person. Here's the card I made for the shower. If you haven't guessed, it's a girl! I used the instructions for making a tent topper card from Splitcoast Stampers. These cards are easy and are actually a lot of fun of fun to make.
Supplies: Stamps - Nursery Necessities, Cheep Talk; Ink - Melon Mambo, Basic Black, SU! Markers - Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry; Paper - Razzleberry Lemonade DSP, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White; Accessories -Sponges, White Gel Pen, Paper Piercer, Regal Rose 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, Big Shot machine, Circles #2 dies, Scallop Circle #2 dies
Order Stampin' Up! 24/7 here!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
STAMPIN' UP! DEAL OF THE WEEK - PUNCHES
During the month of October, Stampin' Up! will offer several discounted products as "Deals of the Week." No limits and no minimum purchase required. Check out this week's deal on Stampin' Up! punches here. Stampin' Up!'s Deal of the Week #1 ends on Monday, October 12th at 9:50 a.m. Don't forget to check back each Monday in October for an all new Deal of the Week!
Bird Nouveau
Thanks for peeking in on me today!
Supplies: Stamps - Very Thankful; Ink - Basic Black Craft Ink; Paper - Nouveau Chic DSP, Apricot Appeal, Sage Shadow, Basic Black; Accessories - Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder, Eyelet Border Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch, Black Gingham Ribbon, Clear Button
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
INTRODUCING THE ALL NEW STAMPIN' UP! CLEARANCE RACK
Check out the all new Clearance Rack section of Stampin' Up!'s online store. Clearance rack items are retired, discounted Stampin' Up! items which are available online and only while supplies last. No short-term promotions here, folks! This is a permanent part of Stampin' Up!'s online store. Hurray! So, check out these drastically reduced products here before they are gone forever. Make sure you check out the Clearance Rack regularly as items will change often.
You will want to purchase the Clearance Rack items directly online as items sell out quickly. Items may sell out before you get your order to me and I have a change to place that order. So, what are you waiting for? Go check it out right now!
Friday, September 25, 2009
CHRISTMAS IN BERMUDA
Well, not actually Christmas "in" Bermuda - just Bermuda Bay ink. It got your attention though, didn't it? I know these are pretty non-traditional Christmas colors, but I thought I'd give them a try together. After talking to fellow demo, Lisa Curry, at the Cincinnati Stampin' Up! Regional I decided to try out the new Bermuda Bay In Color. (Hi, Lisa!) You see, we had a discussion on whether or not we've used this color yet. Well, I had not - until now.
I'm not sure you can see it in this image, but I've used the new Frost White Shimmer Paint from the new Holiday Mini Catalog to ink up my snowflakes. I love the sparkle of the Shimmer Paint. It is very pretty in real life. I've paired the Bermuda Bay with Soft Suede and added a clear rhinestone from the Pretties Kit for a little extra bling. I used the Pals Paper Art Simple Sketch for the layout of my card.
Well, that's it for me. For some reason, I have a monster headache today. Hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend and thanks for peeking in on me today.
Supplies: Stamps - Serene Snowflakes, Teeny Tiny Wishes; Ink - Soft Suede, Frost White Shimmer Paint;
Paper - Thoroughly Modern DSP, Whisper White, Bermuda Bay, Soft Suede; Accessories - Clear Rhinestone from the Pretties Kit, Bermuda Bay 1/2" Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Sponge Dauber, Paper Piercer
Shop Stampin' Up! here 24/7!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
SEEING DOTS
Hurray for me! I actually made the deadline to play along with the Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge this week. It's a new world's record folks! If you're looking for a springboard to get your creative juices flowing then you should head over to the Mojo Monday blog. (After you check out my blog, of course.)
Monday, September 21, 2009
BLOG CANDY WINNER
Don't forget to check back with me this week! I've got some cards to show you.
Thanks for stopping by!
Sunday, September 13, 2009
BLOG CANDY TIME
Friday, September 11, 2009
OH, BUMMER!
Thanks for stopping by!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
HOLY SMOKES! IS THIS THING REALLY WORKING?
Sunday, September 6, 2009
WINGS OF FRIENDSHIP
If you're lucky enough to have tomorrow off, please enjoy it! I know I'm looking forward to it! Thanks for visiting me today!
Supplies: Stamps-Wings of Friendship, Trendy Trees (sentiment); Paper-Cottage Walls DSP, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive Textured C/S, Orchid Opulence, Whisper White; Ink - SU! Markers-Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Orchid Opulence; Accessories-Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Ice Circle Rhinestone Brads, Rich Razzleberry Polka-Dot Ribbon, Small Oval Punch, Wide Oval Punch (All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless noted.)
Friday, September 4, 2009
GIVE ME SOMETHING GOOD TO EAT
Hope everyone has a fun and safe Labor Day! Thanks for visiting me today.
Supplies: Stamps - SU's Sweet Centers; Paper - Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, Summer Sun; Ink - Whisper White Craft Ink, Pumpkin Pie, Creamy Caramel; Accessories - Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread, Paper Piercer, White Embossing Powder, Heat Gun, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Edge Punch (All supplies are Stampin' UP! unless noted.)
Shop Stampin' Up here!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
SMILING FACES
Thanks for peeking in on me today. Hope you are having a wonderful day! Feel free to leave me a comment if you like. I really do enjoy reading them.
Supplies: Stamps-Twick or Tweet, Teeny Tiny Wishes; Paper-Kaleidoscope DSP, Only Orange, Basic Black, Whisper White; Ink-Jet Black Stazon, Only Orange, Really Rust, SU Markers-Green Galore, Summer Sun; Accessories: Dazzling Diamonds Glitter (stars on the hat), Vintage Brads, Basic Black 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, Sponges, Blender Pens, Paper Piercer, Photo Corners Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch
THE NEW HOLIDAY MINI IS HERE!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
SO GRATEFUL
I used my Big Shot machine with the texturz plate for the background. I just spritzed my cardstock with water and ran it through my machine to get a deeper impression. To make it stand out a little, I sponged over the embossing with More Mustard and Close to Cocoa Stampin' Up classic ink pads.
Can you believe autumn is just around the corner? Personally, it is my favorite time of year. Hope to post another sneak peek from the new mini catalog soon.
Thanks for checking in with me today.
Supplies: Stamps - SU's Wandering Words; Cardstock - Ruby Red, Always Artichoke, Very Vanilla, Elegant Eggplant, Autumn Traditions DSP; Ink - More Mustard, Close to Cocoa, Always Artichoke, SU Markers - Soft Suede, More Mustard, Always Artichoke, Elegant Eggplant, Ruby Red; Accessories - Sponges, Linen Thread, Paper Piercer, Playground Designer Series Buttons, Fire Circle Rhinestone Brads, Big Shot Machine, SU's Background 1 Texturz Plate, Dimensionals, Punches - 1/2" Circle, 3/4" Circle, Scallop Edge, Tag Corner
Monday, August 17, 2009
BACK FROM VACATION
Sunset at Ft. Myers Beach - absolutely beautiful!
Picture of my husband, Dave, and me on our last night at Ft. Myers Beach. It was about 95 degrees and we were sweat balls. LOL!
I received a package of new Stampin' Up! goodies from the upcoming Mini Catalog while I was gone. Hope to play with my new stamp sets soon and get some cards posted!
Thanks for stopping by and visiting me today!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
HERE FOR YOU
Supplies: Stamps - Friends 24-7; Ink - Versamark, Soft Suede; Paper - Natural Ivory, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Rose Red, Rose Red Designer Series Paper; Accessories - Very Vanilla Hodge Podge Hardware, Chalks, Sponges, Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread, Big Shot Machine, Texturz Plate, Designer Label Punch, Eyelet Border Punch