Let's Scrap Wednesday

Wednesdays mean a new sketch is posted over at Let's Scrap!  I love all of the two-page sketches over there!  You've got to stop by and check them out!!  Oh, and guess who this week's prize sponsor is?!  ME!  So, hurry on over for your chance to win some fun Stampin' Up! products from the new Occasions Mini Catalog.  You have until next Tuesday to upload your layout to Let's Scrap.  Here is this week's sketch:

And here's my take on it:

Supplies Used:
Paper:  Cherry Cobbler cardstock, Jolly Holiday DSP, Very Vanilla cardstock
Stamps:  Jolly Bingo Bits
Punches:  Ornament
Other:  Early Espresso Ribbon, Brights Brads, Sizzlits

Ok, so I'm not in love with this layout.... at all.  I always find it hard to scrap all of the little Christmas photos.  Or, maybe it's because I did this at 2:00 am on my girls' scrap weekend?!  Either way, I have a feeling I'll be going back to this layout and adding a little something....  I think I need some dazzling diamonds on my snowflakes.... maybe that will do the trick?!  Oh well, I am happy to finally get these photos scrapped - from 2009!!!

Don't forget to stop back tomorrow as I have some exciting news!!!  (Remember my secret I was telling you about?!  I can finally let the cat out of the bag!!)

Also, Friday starts the Let's Scrap DT Blog Hop... so you must come back for that as well!!!  This will be a month long Blog Hop full of challenges, inspiration and prizes!!  You won't want to miss it!

 

 

I Have a Secret!!

I have exciting news!!  But, I can't tell you yet.....  (Don't you hate when people do that?!)  I can't let the cat out of the bag until next Thursday, so you'll have to wait!  Until then, I do have a card to share with you:

This is another card I made using the new stamp set Valentine Defined, from the Occasions Mini Catalog.  This card is totally inspired from the very talented Mary Fish.  I wanted to use non-traditional Valentine colors and add some embossing.  I love the way the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder looks when used with Whisper White paper - so gorgeous!  Don't you think this would be nice for a wedding, shower, or anniversary card?  We'll be making this card at the January Crazy 4 Cards class.  To view my calendar of events or to register, click here.

I am loving this new stamp set.  Here's a picture of the stamps that come in the Valentine Defined Set:

I am on my way tomorrow to a girls' weekend at the Scrapbook Lodge!  Can't wait.... They're actually calling for snow flurries in the North Georgia Mountains!!  So, I should have lots of scrappy creations to share with you when I get back!!  (Although sometimes we spend more time laughing, eating and talking than scrapping...)     ;)

Woo Hoo - New Occasions Mini Catalog Debut!

Today is the day that Stampin' Up!'s new Occasions Mini Catalog goes LIVE!  Oh happy day....!!  There are so many yummy new things in this catalog that I just know you're going to drool over!  You can finally view the online version if you haven't received your copy yet. 

 Click to view Occasions Mini Catalog

Ok, just when I thought nothing could be cuter than the Two-Step Owl Punch... Stampin' Up! comes out with the Build a Cupcake Punch!!  I know you're going to love it!!  Oh the cards, scrapbook layouts, tags, and gifts we can create.....

Here's a card we made at one of our team meetings that my wonderful upline Mandy, had for us to make:

How cute is that?!  This card uses the NEW Build a Cupcake Punch (#121807) and coordinating stamp set, Create a Cupcake (#121915 wood/121982 clear).  So fun!!

If you would like to receive a copy of the new Occasions Mini Catalog (and don't already have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator), email me your name and US address.  I'd be happy to send you one!  I will also have them available at my January classes.  Remember to check out my event calendar!! 

Off to play - I mean work!  Have a great day!!

Valentine Defined - Thinking of You

Only two more days until Stampin' Up!'s new Occasions Mini Catalog goes LIVE!  I wanted to give you another sneak peek of a card I made using the stamp set "Valentine Defined" from the new mini.  This also has a sneak peek of one of the stamp sets you can get for FREE from Sale-A-Bration beginning January 25th. Here it is:



Isn't it cute?!  When I first made this card I didn't love it.  But the more I look at it the more I do!  The heart stamp looks so cute across the top of a card for a banner, but I thought it would be perfect for the little owl to sit on!  I used the heart from the two-step owl punch to pop out a few of the hearts.

Supplies Used:
Stamps:  Valentine Defined, So Happy For You (Sale-a-Bration Brochure available 1/25)
Ink:  Real Red
Paper:  Whisper White, Real Red, Early Espresso, Brights DSP Patterns
Punches:  Two-Step Owl Punch, Square Punch (to trim ends of sentiment banner)
Other:  dimensionals

I have lots of creative goodness to post so check back soon.  I'm working on a scrapbook layout that I can't wait to share!  :o)

Here's to a Happy Scrappy New Year!

Happy 1-1-11!!!  (My kids think that it so cool!)  ;)  I hope you all had a safe and Happy New Year's!  Ours was very low-key.  We took the boys to the movies, came home and cheered (unsuccessfully) for our DAWGS in the Liberty Bowl, made chocolate chip cookies, and rung in the New Year together.

Me and the boys enjoying our sparkling cider

Next year, I MUST make Pepper a party hat....  lol!

How did you celebrate New Year's?  Do you make resolutions each year?  Please leave a comment at the end of this (very long) post. I'd love to hear from you!  I have a few resolutions regarding family, my spiritual life, my business, and my health.  A new year always feels like a clean slate and a good time to focus on my goals.

New Occasions Mini Catalog

I have lots of fun things in store for my Stampin' Up! Business in the New Year.  The new Occasions Mini Catalog will be launched in 3 days!  Woo hoo!  If you'd like to receive a copy, email me your address and I'll get it to you.  (If you have a Stampin' Up demonstrator already, please contact them directly.)  Some of you might have already received yours in the mail or can get your copy at your January class.  I can't wait to share with you the fun products in this catalog.  I promise to provide lots of inspiration with my upcoming blog posts so make sure and check back often!! 

Last Chance to Order from Holiday Mini Catalog

There are only a couple of days left to order items from the Holiday Mini catalog - the last day is January 3rd.  To order from the Holiday Mini catalog, click here.

Calendar of Events

I've been busy planning my calendar for 2011!  All events will be organized through a site called Eventbrite.  Here, you can see my class calendar, descriptions, and register for events.  To access the registration page for all upcoming events, click here.  You can access it anytime from the button on the right sidebar.  Thanks for your interest and I hope to create with you in 2011!!   

My Stampin' Up! Website
In addition to this creative blog, I maintain my Stampin' Up! website.  From my Stampin' Up! website, you'll be able to see my event calendar and shop for your favorite Stampin' Up! products 24/7!  You can access it anytime from the button on the right sidebar.  

Monthly Newsletter
I have a monthly newsletter available for subscribers.  To see December's newsletter, click here.  The December issue had a good description of upcoming classes for 2011.  You can subscribe to my monthly newsletter on the right sidebar.

Filled with Love Promotion
Stampin' Up! is having a promotion this month where you can receive FREE Itty Bitty Buttons.  For more details, see my previous post here.

Join Me on Facebook!
I've had fun getting to know everyone on Facebook.  Join my "Create With Cori" fan page.  I'd love for you to upload your favorite Stampin' Up! Creations to my photo album!  Join me below!
 
Blog Hop With Me!
I'll be participating in the Let's Scrap Blog Hop this month!  Join me and the other Design Team Members for challenges, prizes and lots of inspiration.  More info to come!

Sorry for all the info - but I had so much to share!  Thanks for stopping by and Happy New Year!