Field Day Fun Scrapbook Layout

Hi!
Just a quick post to share a couple of scrapbook pages I created last week.  The MDS site challenged us to make layouts using a "divided page".  I knew this would be great for events where I have lots of pictures to scrap.  I chose photos from my son's Field Day at school last year.

With two boys, I don't use a lot of purple.... but how could I resist with those shirts?! (Which, by the way, were ALL tie-dyed by yours truly...)

I had a lot of fun creating this and loved getting so many photos on each page.  I will save this layout and use it again for other events - that's the beauty of digital scrapbooking!  So easy to duplicate!

Some of the fun elements on this page are from the Lemonade Stand Disc.  This disc is only available during Sale-a-Bration - and you can get it for FREE with a $50 order!! Hurry!  This is only available through March 22nd!  CLICK HERE to see all of the fun products you can earn free during Sale-a-Bration!

Thanks for visiting!  I hope you make time to get creative this week!! :)

Reminders:

• Earn FREE products during Sale-a-Bration!!  Get the scoop here.
• Get monthly craft kits to your door!  Sign up for The Paper Pumpkin here.
• Clearance Rack Blitz!  Shop the Clearance rack here!
• Come Stamp with Me!  Check out my upcoming events here!
• Single Stamps for Sale!!  Check them out here!
• Get your favorite Stampin' Up! products - Shop 24/7!  Visit my online store.
• Host a Workshop or Private Class!  Earn free products with the new Hostess Benefits.
• Try My Digital Studio Express for FREE!  Download a 30-day trial here.
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Smarty Pants Valentine's

I'm excited that Sale-a-Bration is finally here and my customers can get their hands on these fun stamps!!  As a demonstrator, we get to order (or earn for free) the new products early!!  It's such an awesome perk... you should join me!  ;)  Today, I want to share a project I created with one of the Sale-a-Bration stamp sets called, Patterned Occasions.

Aren't these cute little Valentine treats?  I played with the stamp a little...  Here is what the stamp actually looks like:

I used my Stampin' Write Markers so I could just use the word "smarty pants".  I thought it would go perfectly for a little box of Smarties candies.  :)

Products Used:
Stamps:  Patterned Occasions (earn for FREE with a $50 order), Teeny Tiny Wishes, That's the Ticket
Ink:  Marina Mist, Melon Mambo
Paper:  Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, Whisper White
Punches:  1 3/4" circle, 2 3/8" scalloped circle, 1" square (for end of flag), ticket duo punch
Other:  Big Shot, Petite Purse Die (I just cut off the flap), Happy Whale (heart), Rhinestone Jewels, Stampin' Write Markers, Sticky Strip, Dimensionals

Isn't that little ticket cute?  I love the new stamp set in the Spring Catalog - That's the Ticket.  It comes with 8 ticket stamps and our Ticket Duo Builder Punch coordinates! So fun!

That's the Ticket Stamp Set
Clear  - #128075
Wood - #128072

Coordinating Ticket Duo Punch - #126883







Don't forget to check out all of our new arrivals - tons of goodies for your paper crafting projects!!

Thanks for visiting and don't forget to create something today! :)

Reminders:

• Sale-a-Bration is here!!  Get the scoop here.
• Get monthly craft kits to your door!  Sign up for The Paper Pumpkin here.
• Clearance Rack Blitz!  Shop the Clearance rack here!
• Come Stamp with Me!  Check out my upcoming events here!
• Single Stamps for Sale!!  Check them out here!
• Get your favorite Stampin' Up! products - Shop 24/7!  Visit my online store.
• Host a Workshop or Private Class!  Earn free products with the new Hostess Benefits.
• Try My Digital Studio Express for FREE!  Download a 30-day trial here.
• Follow me on Facebook!  Click here.
• Going digi?  Check out the latest My Digital Studio downloads here.

Sale-a-Bration is Here!!

Woo hoo!  Sale-a-Bration is finally here and wait until you see all of the fun products you can get FREE with each $50 purchase!  Click here to view the Sale-a-Bration brochure or simply click the image on the right hand side of my blog at any time.

What is Sale-a-Bration?!  Only, the BIGGEST Stampin' Up! shopping event of the year! During Sale-a-Bration, you can earn FREE products three different ways!  Here's the scoop:  

SHOP!  Now through March 31, 2012, you can earn a free Sale-a-Bration product for every $50 purchase!  Spend $100, earn two free products, etc.!  Spend $150, you'll earn 3 free products, earn hostess benefits, plus receive this free tote!  

*Orders of $150 or more should be placed through me (instead of through my online store) in order to receive the free tote.

The exclusive Sale-a-Bration products are amazing this year!!  Click here to view a pdf of the online Sale-a-Bration brochure.  You can shop 24/7 through my online store!!

HOST!  Host a party (in your home, in my home or a catalog party) during Sale-a-Bration for even more hostess benefits!!  In addition to the normal hostess benefits, you'll receive the free tote shown above for a $150 party.  Host a $400 party and you'll also earn 1 half-priced item and a free hostess bundle which contains three products!

If you'd like to host a party, contact me or click here for more info.

JOIN!  Joining Stampin' Up! anytime is great.  Joining now is fabulous!  You can join Stampin' Up! during Sale-a-Bration for only $125.  You can choose from either the Traditional Starter Kit or the Digital Starter Kit.  Both kits are packed with products up to a $340 value and ship FREE!  Also, as a bonus during Sale-a-Bration, you will get a FREE paper pack or digital download every month for the rest of the year!  You choose each month!  What an amazing way to stock up on some of your favorite products!!

Being part of the Stampin' Up! family means fun, friends and rewards!  As a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, you can receive discounts on your favorite products and/or choose to earn some extra money.  It's totally up to you!  Contact me for more info or click here to sign up today!

I hope you're as excited about Sale-a-Bration as I am!!  Thanks for visiting my blog and happy stamping!

Reminders:

• Get your favorite Stampin' Up! products - Shop 24/7!  Visit my online store.
• Join the Club! Stamp Club members get crafty every other month!
• Join Stamps 2 Go!  Click here to receive stamps, samples & a kit straight to your door!
• Come create with me!  View my calendar here.
• Host a Workshop!  Check out the new Hostess Benefits here.
• Order your Personalized Simply Adorned Charm!  Details here.
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• Going digi?  Check out the latest My Digital Studio downloads here.

Bookmark Bliss

I love making these little bookmarks!  They are so quick and fun to make.   This was one of our projects at a recent private workshop.  The hostess had quite a few 8th grade girls there so I tried to make it girly!  We used the Sale-a-Bration Stamp Set Bliss.  (My favorite Sale-a-Bration set - which you can only get through tomorrow!) 

Products Used:

Stamps:  Bliss

Ink:  Pretty in Pink, Early Espresso

Punches:  Oval (#119855) , Scalloped Oval (#119856)

Ribbon:  Early Espresso Grosgrain Ribbon

Other:  Big Shot, Two Tags Die

These are some bookmarks I made (30 of them total!) for the girls in a Bible Study I just completed.  I used a retired stamp set and Crumb Cake, Baha Breeze and Blushing Bride cardstock.  I think they turned out cute and hopefully the girls liked them!

Don't forget that tomorrow is the last day of Sale-a-Bration!  I'm kind of sad because it's such a great promotion!!  I mean, who doesn't love free stamp sets?!  But, never fear, I stocked up on some of the freebies and will offer you all a chance to win some blog candy every now and then!  ;)

To take advantage of the last, lingering moments of Sale-a-Bration, you can order 24/7 in my online store.  Or, feel free to contact me with questions, product recommendations, or to place your order.  Don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-a-Bration set (shown here) for each $50 order placed.

Hope you're all having a great week!  Thanks for stopping by!

DREAM Chipboard Coaster Sign

Happy Thursday!  Time for another inspiration challenge over at Stampin' Celebration.  This week's photos made me think "wedding card."  But, what I really wanted to make was a little chipboard sign for my scrap room... so I did!  Here it is:

Now I need a cute shelf like this to put it on!!  My room is painted a pretty green color so I think it will look nice against it.  I just got the Beautiful Wings Embosslits - love those little butterflies!  It's hard to see all of the little details in these photos but I'm happy with how this turned out!  It's always fun to make something other than a card or scrapbook page!

 

Here's the inspiration photo this week:

I really got good use out of my Big Shot with this project!!

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Sandy Speckles Stampin' Around Wheel (for one of the little flowers)

Ink:  Crumb Cake

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Basic Black, Elegant Soiree DSP

Punch:  XL Heart to Heart

Other:  Big Shot, Square Duos Die, Alphabet Simple Die, Floral Fusion Sizzlits Die, Beautiful Wings Embosslits, Pearl Jewels, Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon, Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz (on heart)

Make sure and check out the other Design Team's creations over at Stampin' Celebration.  We've been really happy with the participation - you ladies rock!!  Make sure and upload your sample by next Wednesday for your chance to be our next Guest Designer!!

Don't forget there is only ONE WEEK left of Sale-a-Bration!!  Take advantage of this promotion while you can!!  You'll receive a FREE Sale-a-Bration product for every $50 you spend in Stampin' Up! products and My Digital Studio Downloads.  Contact me to place your order or visit my online store and shop 24/7!!

Also during Sale-a-Bration, there is a fabulous deal on the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Starter Kit!  Through March 31st, the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit (worth over $300 plus free shipping) will be 15% off!  

You'll also receive a BONUS product bundle worth $50!

You can choose either the Standard Starter Kit or the Traditional Starter Kit and save 15% (normally $175 - now $148.75)!!  Both kits are worth over $300 and ship for free!  What I love -- is that you can totally customize the Starter Kit to include the Stamp Sets, Ink Pads, Paper and Markers that YOU want!  Also, as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, you'll receive 30% off your first product order of $150 or more placed within your first 45 days plus earn hostess rewards on your order!!  To find out more information or to get started, visit my Stampin' Up! website here.  Contact me with any questions!!

Spoil Yourself!

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Happy Friday!  Today is my Crazy 4 Cards Class and I'm so excited to share the Create a Cupcake Stamp Set with everyone!  We'll be making 4 fun cards and a gift tag!  Can't wait!!

I love when people think outside of the box and come up with creative ways to use our punches.  On one of the blogs I love, I saw where a fellow demonstrator, Carrie Gaskin, used the Build a Cupcake Punch to make little purses!  I consider myself creative, but never would have thought to do this!!  It is so cute and I just had to CASE it!  (CASE=copy and share everything!)  Here's my take on this idea:

(click to view larger)

I did my handles a little differently because I don't have the 3/4" circle punch - which is now on my wish list!  I used the oval punch to make the purse flaps, embossed the melon mambo one, punched out a circle with the 1/2" circle punch, and then punched around the circle with the scalloped oval punch.  The sentiment and little jewels are just the perfect touch!

Products Used:

Paper:  Melon Mambo, Whisper White, Basic Black

Stamps:  Bring on the Cake, Create a Cupcake

Ink:  Melon Mambo

Punches:  Build a Cupcake, Word Window, Modern Label, 1/2" Circle, Scalloped Oval

Other:  Framed Tulips Embossing Folder, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Basic Rhinestone Jewels

Now is the perfect time to stock up on your favorite Stampin' Up! products during our huge Sale-a-Bration event!!  Earn FREE products for every $50 order placed through March 31st!  You can view the Sale-a-Bration flier here. 

Are the new cupcake stamp set and punch on your wish list?   

Here's a sample order that qualifies for a FREE Sale-a-Bration product:

Create a Cupcake Stamp Set (#121982 for clear-mount set) - $16.95

Build a Cupcake Punch (#121807) - $16.95

Assorted Brights Smooth Cardstock (#119706) - $6.95

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad (#115656) - $5.95

Basic Rhinestone Jewels (#119246) - $4.95

This totals $51.75 before tax and shipping, which earns you a FREE Sale-a-Bration item!  You can contact me or visit my online store to place your order!

Follow the links below for a few more things you might be interested in:

Upcoming Events

Ribbon Share

Card Kits to Go

Thanks for stopping by and I hope everyone has a scraptacular weekend!  :o)

Coaster Photo Frame

If you're hopping over for my Let's Scrap Blog Hop challenge, CLICK HERE!!

Happy Thursday!  It's time for another inspiration challenge over at Stampin' Celebration!  Here is a photo of Stampin' Celebration Inspiration Challenge #38:

 Ok, so I guess most normal people think of "love" when they see black and red, right?  I have to admit, when I see black and red I think Georgia Bulldogs!!!  LOL!  I guess that's what happens when you spend 4 college years in Athens rooting for the DAWGS!  :)   But, I ended up going with the "love" theme anyway for this week's creation!  Here it is:

I made this little photo frame for my hubby out of three coasters.  I didn't have any of the Jumbo Eyelets to attach them (like I've done in the past) so I used our Striped Grosgrain Ribbon on the back and then covered it with cardstock.  I cut the cardstock to 4 x 4 and used our Corner Rounder - it matched the coasters perfectly!  I used my new Circle Circus Stamp Set to match the little circle cookies in the bottom right hand side of the inspiration photo.  I thought the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder and Glimmer Brads worked great with this as well!  I've made these with just two coasters before and they're just as cute - they make fun little gifts!

Supplies Used:
Paper:  Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White
Stamps:  Tiny Tags, Circle Circus, Artistic Etchings (on the white circle), Seasonal Sentiments (from Holiday Mini), Bliss (FREE Sale-a-Bration Stamp Set)
Ink:  Basic Black and Whisper White Craft Ink
Punches:  Jewelry Tag and  1 3/8" Circle
Ribbon:  Basic Black 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon and Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
Other:  Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Glimmer Brads (Brights Collection)

Here are a couple of close up photos:

This is the first time I used my Circle Circus and Tiny Tags Stamp Sets.  I just love those little tags you can make with the Jewelry Tag Punch!  I can't wait to use the Tiny Tags Stamp Set to make some more inserts for my Simply Adorned Necklace.  Soooo cute!

Here are the rest of the stamps that come in the Tiny Tags Stamp Set:



Isn't this a fun stamp set? So much you can do with it - cards, gift tags, jewelry, scrapbook embellishments....

Ordering info:  

Tiny Tags Stamp Set:  #118091 (wood mount) - $22.95 or #118592 (clear mount) - $16.95

Coordinating Jewelry Tag Punch:  #117190 - $10.95
Add some paper, ink and few embellies, and your total will qualify you for a FREE stamp set during Sale-a-Bration!  Visit my online store to purchase your favorite Stampin' Up! Products!

Make sure and stop by Stampin' Celebration to check out the other Design Team's wonderful creations this week.  You have until next Tuesday to upload your creation for a chance to be the Pick of the Party Winners!

This is the Life!

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Today over at Let's Scrap, a fun new sketch is posted!  This is the sketch used to pick the new Design Team that starts this month!  I'm excited to stay on as a Continuing Design Team member!  I just love this site and all of the inspiration that is shared there.  The sketches are awesome and have totally changed the way I scrapbook!  If you haven't visited before, be sure and check it out and meet the fabulous new Design Team!

One of the things I love about Let's Scrap is the two-page sketches.  This week, I only did one side of it, but hope to finish the other side later.  Here's my layout:

And here's a close-up of the ribbon:

 

And here's the sketch:

I just love the title of this layout.  This little phrase is our saying.  We've been saying it ever since Evan was 4.  We were swinging on the playset in our backyard one day when Evan looks at me and says, "This is the life Mom."  It was just the sweetest thing ever.  It's the little moments like that, that I never want to forget!!  So, from then on, that's become our saying.  Little moments that make us happy, times when we're together, and times we never want to forget, always seem to be followed with - "This is the life."  And it is.  We are so truly blessed - and I love that my boys realize that!!  :)

Supplies Used:

Paper:  Play Date Designer Series Paper, Real Red Cardstock, Early Espresso Card Stock

Stamps:  Notes & Details, Filled With Love

Ink:  Early Espresso Ink Pad and Stampin' Write Marker

Ribbon:  Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly

Punches:  XL Round Tab
Other:  Dimensionals, Sticky Strip

Don't forget to stock up on your favorite Stampin' Up! Supplies during Sale-a-Bration!  Earn a free stamp set (or other goodies) for every $50 you spend.  Love the layout above?  Here's your shopping list to get some fun products and earn a free stamp set:

Notes & Details Stamp Set:  122060 (clear mount) $18.95 or 122022 (wood mount) $26.95

Play Date Designer Series Paper:  117168 (12 sheets of double-sided patterned paper) $9.95

XL Round Tab Punch:  119864 - $16.95

Pear Pizzazz Poly-Stitched Ribbon (15 yards) - $8.95

The above order with the clear mount stamp set totals $54.80 before tax/shipping and qualifies you for a free Sale-a-Bration Stamp set.  (Plus, you'll have tons of paper and ribbon left over.)  Click here to see the freebies available.  Visit my online store to shop 24/7 or contact me if you have any questions about ordering.  You'll earn punches on your Stampin' Rewards card with each qualifying purchase! 

Here's a picture of the stamps you receive with the Notes & Details Stamp Set from the New Occassions Mini Catalog.  If you're a scrapbooker, this is a must-have set!  Love the journaling lines, the numbers to easily create a list, and the date stamp!

This stamp set is available in both clear-mount or wood-mount rubber stamps.  Visit my store here to purchase and have shipped straight to your door!

There's still plenty of time to play along with the Let's Scrap Blog Hop.  Lots of fun challenges and prizes await you!!

Thanks for stopping by!!

A little birdie told me...

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Happy Thursday and welcome to a new Stampin' Celebration Inspiration Challenge!  Here's the CUTE inspiration this week:

 Aren't the little birds adorable?!  Here is my creation:

This was fun to create!  I LOVE the Patterned Designer Series Paper Stacks - 40 sheets of gorgeous paper!!

I combined the SCIC challenge with the Mojo Monday card sketch.  Here's the sketch this week at Mojo Monday:

And here's the scoop on my card--
Supplies Used:
Paper:  White, Pretty in Pink, DSP Patterns (pink-subtles, red-brights)
Stamps:  Valentine Defined, Love You Much, Short & Sweet
Ink:  Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Early Espresso
Punches:  1 3/4" circle, 2 3/8" scallop circle, Heart-to-Heart
Other:   Real Red 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Bitty Buttons, Linen Thread, dimensionals, distressing essentials

Have you made your Valentine's cards yet?

Spend $50 during Sale-a-Bration and earn a FREE Stamp Set!

For example:

Love You Much Stamp Set (#113756) - $25.95

Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (#117152 for subtles or #117155 for the brights) - $19.95

Classic Stampin' Ink Pad (#103133 Real Red or #101301 Pretty in Pink) - $5.95

This order would total $51.85 before tax and shipping which qualifies you for one FREE Sale-a-Bration set!  You'd have a great stamp set for adult and kids' Valentine's cards and plenty of fun paper left over for other projects. 

Click here or follow the Sale-a-Bration flyer link on the right to view the Sale-a-Bration items you can earn for free!  Let me know if you have any questions!

Make sure and visit Stampin' Celebration to see the other Design Team Member's creations this week.  You have until next Tuesday to upload your project and a chance to become the next "Pick of the Party!"

It's time to Sale-a-Brate!

Stampin' Up!'s biggest event of the year, Sale-a-Bration is in full swing!  Now is the time to stock up on your favorite products, host a workshop, or become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  Here's the scoop:

Sale-a-Bration Dates: January 25-March 31, 2011

Promotion Details
Our biggest sales event of the year--Sale-A-Bration--is here! This year we have four great Sale-A-Bration sets for hostesses and  customers to choose from--as well as a Designer Series Paper & Quick Accents pack, a Ribbon & Button pack, digital downloads, and Décor Elements!  In addition, there are over 50 stamp sets in the main Idea Book & Catalog you can choose from.

There are three ways for you to earn FREE products:

Shop: Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $50 purchase (before tax and shipping)!  This includes online orders from my Stampin' Up! online store.

Host: Have a workshop and receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $300 in workshop sales*, in addition to our regular hostess benefits!  *Note: This benefit is only available on qualifying customer, demonstrator, and workshop orders. Online orders do not qualify.

Join: New demonstrators will receive 15% off your Starter Kit (Standard or Digital+), plus a special Sale-A-Bration bonus bundle valued up to $50!  If you've ever considered signing up for a discount on your favorite products, or to make some extra $$, now is the time!  Enjoy demonstrator discounts and benefits through June 30, 2011 with no obligation to sell or make any further purchases. 

I held my first Sale-a-Bration Workshop Friday night!  Here are the two projects we made:

The guests had a great girls' night out and left with a card they can use for either Valentine's, a wedding, or an anniversary, plus a cute Valentine's treat holder.  In addition, between all of the guests at the workshop, SEVEN FREE Sale-a-Bration sets were given away!!  The hostess also earned THREE FREE stamp sets plus $45 in free product to spend how she wanted!  She's already planning on hosting a catalog party in March to earn more free Stampin' Up! goodies!!  So, what are you waiting for?!  There are many ways to earn free stamp sets and other products during Sale-a-Bration!!  Contact me if you have any questions or place your online order here today!

Thanks for stopping by!  Check back tomorrow for a fun card and this week's Stampin' Celebration Inspiration Challenge!