Workshop cards from Saturday

These are the cards we made Saturday, September 19 at Joyce's (mom) workshop. :)

Workshop pics #2 :o)

The guest only made the 6 x 6 scrapbook page and then I showed that even though they don't scrap in 6 x 6 how to progressive scrapbook...from 6 x 6 to 8 1/2 x 11 to 12 x 12!

Stamp Set: N/A
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip. Rose Red, Regal Rose, Certainly Celery and Whisper White
Ink: N/A
Accessories: Circle Scallop punch, 1 1/4 circle punch, 3/4 circle punch, small oval punch, large over punch

The last card was another rendition of the butterfly card I had done for SCS VSN this month. Because I had used some retired colors I had to do a change up!

Stamp Set: N/A
Cardstock: Old Olive, Curried Curry, Rich Razzleberry, Razzleberry Lemonade DPS
Ink: N/A
Accessories: Paint chip strips, Big Shot, Big Butterflies die, Old Olive ribbon

Workshop samples from yesterday

This first set is what I gave as a special booking gift to the hostess...this really cute desk caddy! She adored it! (There are still ONE more EXTRA SPECIAL gift to the hostess that books workshop #3!)

Stamps - N/A
Cardstock - Cameo Coral, Raspberry Tart DPS
Inks: N/A
Accessories: Punch, silver eyelets, Purely Pomegranate ribbon

This card is a dual slider card. I had taken a slider card to show her at our "play" day last month and she so wanted to make it at her workshop so I prepped it all and they stamped and assembled. They were in such awe! My mom booked a workshop for next month and they want to do a Christmas one with embossing...I told them it would reduce the number of projects because of the complexity with the embossing...and they were all game for that! Maybe we will make a bookmark or some small instead of only two...we shall see! ;o)

Stamps - Embrace Life
Cardstock - Bermuda Blue, Almost Artichoke, Pretty in Pink
Inks: Bermuda Blue, Almost Artichoke, Pretty in Pink
Accessories: Oval Scallop punch, large oval punch, 1 3/8 square punch, 1 3/8 circle punch, round tab punch, corner rounder punch, Pretty in Pink ribbon, plastic bag strip, Sticky Strip

Another post to follow!

Saturday Workshop

I am so excited about Saturday! It has been close to a year since I have done a workshop with the state of the economy so this is exciting. I believe there will even be a newby among the group.

We are making a slider card with a flower set, the butterfly card that is posted under the VSN post and a punches scrapbook page (6x6 and I will show a progression page using my sample). I am taking the Big Shot so the girls can make their own butterflies...once they use it, they will buy it (kinda like if you build it, they will come).

I will be making a special gift for the hostess as that was part of a promotion I am doing to encourage bookings! First THREE bookings get a SPECIAL gift from me and this is the first! Wanna be #2 or #3??? Call or email me today! :)

Stamping With Theresa in August

I look outside this morning and notice that the corn is tassling and the glads are blooming. Where has the summer gone? It seems like only yesterday the snow disappeared and here we are already half way through August!

I have a workshop booked for a week from Saturday! Woohoo! It has been SO long that I will have to work on my presentation skills! I’m so excited…I just can’t hide it! (Sorry! Didn’t mean to hurt your ears with that rendition! :) ) We are making a slider card, the butterfly card below and a 6x6 scrapbook page. Will be working on cutting this weekend.

Build-A-Bear, jewelry items, digital scrapbooking, new Big Shots dies, new punches, treat cups to add a three dimensional look to any of your items and more! I am excited about the new Holiday mini and you should be getting yours soon! If you have not received one by September 1 let me know. It has some wonderful stamps, designer paper, rub-ons and more!

GROWIN’ UP!
Dates: August 1-31, 2009
Spend $35 on stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (pages 74-90) and receive a FREE package of Designer buttons--a $7.95 value!
116313 – Playground Designer
116312 – Sherbet Designer
114333 – Button Latte Designer

Dates: August 1-September 30, 2009
Get the exclusive Décor Elements Growth Chart and a FREE applicator tool! 117519 Growth Chart $24.95

FILL YOUR PIGGY BANK!
Dates: August 1-31, 2009Join SU! For $85! That’s right! Until August 31 you can join SU! For $85 and receive a stamp set, new In Color Pads, In Color assorted 8 ½ x 11 cardstock and a package of Whisper White cardstock with all the business supplies you need to start your own home business! What a great way to get the new colors! The regular start-up kit is still available for $199.

COUNTRY LIVING SUMMER COOKOUT KIT AT 40% OFF!
Dates: Until August 31, 2009 OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
This awesome kit is now 40% off making it just $14.95! And with plenty of summer left to celebrate, it's a great time to take advantage of this huge discount. The Summer Cookout Refill is also still available at its regular price of $9.95.
118070 Country Living Summer Cookout Kit $14.95
119193 Country Living Summer Cookout Refill $9.95

HOSTESS PROMOTION!
Dates: September 1-November 30, 2009
Host a workshop totaling $250 or more and choose any one item* from the 2009 Holiday Mini Catalog for only $10! *Offer excludes hostess sets and My Digital Studio.

Host a workshop of at least $400 and get My Digital Studio for 50 percent off the retail price (retail price: $79.95; promotional price: $39.97)!

Butterflies in Flight (SCS VSN) (See butterfly card HERE)
We were challenged to use paint chips on a card and this was my creation. We will be recreating this card on August 22 at Diane’s. :)

Stamps: N/A
Cardstock: Kiwi Kiss, Rich Razzleberry, Razzleberry Lemonade DPS
Inks: N/A
Accessories: Kiwi Kiss ribbon, Big Shot, Big Butterfly die, two paint chips
PS. Kiwi Kiss is no longer available so we will be using Old Olive or Certainly Celery in its place.

Calendar
August 14 – JoDean’s 5-4-5 at 6:00 pm
August 15 – Round Robinil Out / Card Kit Mail Out
August 22 – Diane’s Workshop at 1:00 pm in Tekonsha
August 29 – Falling 4 U Stamp Camp at 12:00 in Burr Oak
September 1 – Holiday Mini Ordering Begins J
September 10 – Card Kit Order / Money Due
September 15 – Round Robin Mail Out / Scrapbook Kit Mail Out
September 26 – Red Hats Get-Together at Savory’s at 12:00 pm

SEPTEMBER OPEN DATES FOR BOOKINGS – Friday Evenings, Saturday Afternoons
Sept. 4 and 5, Sept. 12, Sept. 18 and 19, Sept. 25 and 26
I am available on Monday and Tuesday evenings.

August 29 I will be having a Falling 4 U stamp camp...and it's still not too late to sign up! $15 for lunch, ten cards & envies, two 6x6 OR one 12x12 scrapbook page. I still have room so if you are interested in coming just let me know! You can pay that day when you come!

November 21 I will be holding Jewelry for a Year in a Day Stamp Camp. Each person will be required to preorder by November 1 a charm and necklace from the mini. That day we will make 12 inserts for your necklace - one for each month! I am so excited! What a way to accent your wardrobe! Cost will depend on the charm/necklace the participant orders + $5 for supplies. Lunch will be provided.

December 19 we will be holding our annual Christmas party at my home. However, I would like to make this a special stamp day too! In the mini is a very cute desk calendar for $7.95 so preorder a calendar by the end on November and we will take this day to also personalize it! Oh it is adorable and comes with it's own little stand!

Technique Corner – Faux Linen
You can get this unique look by scratching the surface of glossy cardstock.

1. Stamp a background image on glossy cardstock. Ensure it is dry before the next step.
2. Use a light grade sandpaper or sanding block and make vertical movements up and down over the entire piece of cardstock.
3. Now sand horizontally; continue sanding until all the glossy is removed.
4. Apply a light color of ink over the top with a sponge brayer or regular sponge. 5. Lighten the color more by sanding over once again vertically.
6. Now you can finish your card! NOTE: You can stamp an image on this piece, add layers, etc. Make it your own!

Where has summer gone?

I look outside this morning and notice that the corn is tassling and the glads are blooming. Where has the summer gone? It seems like only yesterday the snow disappeared and here we are already half way through August!

The summer has been filled with lots of different things and workshops was NOT one of them! LOL I know that times have been hard for all. BUT I have a workshop booked for a week from Saturday! Woohoo! It has been SO long that I will have to work on my presentation skills! hehe

We are making a slider card, the butterfly card below (from VSN) and a 6x6 scrapbook page. Will be working on cutting this weekend. If you want to join give me a hollar and I can set you up with the address where we will be!

I am stoked with the new mini and hoping this will spring board some addition workshops! I ordered a couple of the Build-A-Bear things and will be placing another order for some jewlery this weekend.

I so can not wait until November when I will be doing a Jeweley for a Year in a Day Stamp Camp! Each participant will pre-order a charm and necklace then we will make 12 inserts, one for each month. Cost will depend on the charm/necklace the participant orders + $5 for supplies. Wanna join? Give me a hollar! :)

Sympathy

I made this sympathy card for my cousin who lost her hubby unexpectedly on Thursday.

Stamps: Warmest Regards, Elegant Inspirations
Cardstock: Basic Gray, Whisper White, Urban Oasis DPS, Texture of Textile
Inks: Basic Black
Accessories: Kraft ribbon, Big Shot, Big Note die

August Card Club

Here is the August Card Club card. If you would like to purchase the kit please print the order form to the left, mail to the address on the bottom with check or money order!

Have a blessed SONday!

To my dad .... who's b-day is Tuesday :)

The moment you died, our hearts split in two.
One side filled with memories, the other died with you.

Remembering is easy we do it every day.
Missing you is heartache that never goes away.

Life has gone on without you, but it will never be the same.
I saw this and thought it would be perfect for dad and his birthday.

My sister found this poem and sent it to me. It really expresses our love for him and how much we miss him...we love you daddy!

VSN @ Splitcoaststampers tonight,,,and here are my entries...

If you would like more info visit my SCS gallery HERE...list of items used, etc.

Thanks for stopping by and have a blessed Sonday! :)