Happy Birthday, 2 Ways ... Version Two

Are you looking for an idea for a quick and easy card design?  If so, you're in luck today.  It doesn't get much easier than this ... and it's a really good way to showcase your favorite DSP.  I love the striking look of the Crushed Curry against the black in this color story. 

Adding a layer of black beneath the DSP really gives it a dramatic look.

I make all the cards for our church to send out each month and, with many of the recipients being of the age that their eyesight may not be as good as it used to be in younger years, I love that the Happy Birthday die uses a nice, big font.

Please do keep up with my posted classes that I have scheduled.  I'm counting on enjoying a lot of creative times with you.

MARCH HOSTESS CODE:

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Click to see info on free class using Stampin' Blends.

Upcoming classes and events:

March 12 / Scraps and Prayers / 5:30-7:30 / $15.

We'll be doing a Mixed Media project --- decorative wooden letters.  Bring the letter of your choice with you and I'll provide all the remaining supplies. 

March 18 / Spring Open House / 2:00-5:00

Come and join in on the fun, see displays and demonstrations of our new Stampin' Blends and Brusho products.   RSVP by March 16, to help me prepare for our super fun party.  Use my March Hostess Code to order along with our party orders.  Online orders placed using my Hostess Code will be sent directly to you!

April 9 / Scraps and Prayers / 5:30-7:30 / $15.

We'll be making some beautiful Spring cards, using some fun coloring techniques on them.  You'll love them!

April 21 / Saturday Stampers / 1:00-4:00 / $20.

Brusho!!!  We'll make a Swatch Book and a couple of beautiful cards using this gorgeous new product.

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- Come back often for more creative inspiration.

- Let's create something beautiful today.

Crafting Forever, Card 2

Here's my second Crafting Forever card.  As you can see, I used some more of our Pick a Pattern DSP.  Such cute patterns!!! 

I added watercoloring again, using my Aqua Painter. 

I love the little strip of DSP on the inside of the card.  I added Basic Black CS behind the main pieces on the card.  It adds a lot to the design.

I covered the flap of the envelope with the same DSP, to coordinate.

I stamped some color over the text on the front of the card, using a stamp from our Work of Art stamp set.

I enjoyed creating this card and love how it turned out.  Now... What's next?

Don't forget:
I posted the winners from our party in my previous post.  If you haven't looked, be sure to check them out.  The prizes will be in your bags when you pick up your orders.  They're already on their way here from Utah!  Yay!!!  I'll let you know when they're here, sorted, prizes and surprises added, and ready for pick up.

NEWS FLASH:
At this point, it looks like I can hold all my classes before a surgery I'm having later in July.  My other surgery will be in August.  I will be able to have the August Scraps and Prayers class, but have to cancel the Saturday Stampers (for August 19).  I'm planning on teaching both classes in September and will keep you posted if I need more time to recover.  Be sure to keep checking my blog to get all the up to date news.
MORE GOOD NEWS:
By popular demand, I'm changing our August Scraps and Prayers project to sharing with you how to make my book box.  That was a huge hit at the party.  I look forward to sharing this!
More good news --- Several of the cards that people especially likes were the tri-shutter, the 'hugs' card and the front step card.  These will all be included in our July Saturday Stampers class!!!

BE SURE TO SIGN UP EARLY BECAUSE CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED AND ARE FILLING UP FAST!!!

July Classes:
July 10 -- Scraps and Prayers
     5:30-7:30 / $15.00 -- fun notepad project. 
July 15 -- Saturday Stampers
     1:00-4:00 / $20.00 -- fun techniques to create 6 cards.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT JULY SPECIALS BY CLICKING ON THE IMAGES ON THE LEFT. 

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- Come back often for more creative inspiration. 

Crafting Forever, Card 1

When I first saw our new Crafting Forever stamp set, I knew it would be on my 'gotta have it' list.  I love the images and the sentiments are great, too.  My two favorites - "Crafting Forever! Housework Whenever.' and 'Do Something Creative Every Day.'  I pretty much do something creative every day.  It's just a part of my life.

I enjoyed using the scallop thinlit again from our Seasonal Layers thinlits.  I know it will be busy most of the time in my studio.  Scallops add such a nice touch to projects.

I watercolored the image on the front of my card, using my Aqua Painter and inks directly from my stamp pads.

I really like this Pick a Pattern DSP.  It's so bright and cheerful.  I find myself using it quite a bit lately.  In spite of the watercoloring and a lot of layers, this was still a pretty easy card to create.  I like it a lot.  In my next post, I'll share a second card using this same stamp set.

Don't forget:
I posted the winners from our party in my previous post.  If you haven't looked, be sure to check them out.  The prizes will be in your bags when you pick up your orders.  They're already on their way here from Utah!  Yay!!!  I'll let you know when they're here, sorted, prizes and surprises added, and ready for pick up.

NEWS FLASH:
At this point, it looks like I can hold all my classes before a surgery I'm having later in July.  My other surgery will be in August.  I will be able to have the August Scraps and Prayers class, but have to cancel the Saturday Stampers (for August 19).  I'm planning on teaching both classes in September and will keep you posted if I need more time to recover.  Be sure to keep checking my blog to get all the up to date news.
MORE GOOD NEWS:
By popular demand, I'm changing our August Scraps and Prayers project to sharing with you how to make my book box.  That was a huge hit at the party.  I look forward to sharing this!
More good news --- Several of the cards that people especially likes were the tri-shutter, the 'hugs' card and the front step card.  These will all be included in our July Saturday Stampers class!!!

BE SURE TO SIGN UP EARLY BECAUSE CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED AND ARE FILLING UP FAST!!!

July News Coming Up Next ... Stay Tuned:)

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- Come back often for more creative inspiration. 

How About Some Little Hugs Today?

After a crazy day yesterday, I felt like we could use some hugs today.  Aaron (my 9 year old grandson) scared me half to death with a horrible asthma attack ... on top of sitting for my 3 boys.  It took a lot of treatments and he finally got some relief.  He then fell into an exhausted sleep.

After they all left and we ate dinner, we went off on some errands, including a long list for Target.  I got home with only 2 things I forgot to get.  That's not too bad, I guess.  So, you see, we need some hugs.

I saw this darling little card on an On Stage video from one of our Stampin' Up! events.  It was so nice to be able to enjoy it, since I couldn't actually attend the event.  I fell in love with this darling little 4 X 4" card.

It starts out as an 8" square.  You divide it into 4 equal sections.  After removing one of the sections, you then turn it into a little card that opens up a little flap to reveal a surprise section hidden behind it.  I love it!

This card makes good creative use of some of our new DSP, as well as several of our thinlits.  I have good news, too.  If you'd love to make this card with me, it's one of our cards for my July Saturday Stampers class!  It's on July 15.

So, enjoy your hugs and have a beautiful day.

Remaining June Events:

June 17 / Saturday Stampers /  Mixed Media Patriotic Project / 1:00-4:00 / $20.00 / REGISTRATION CLOSED.

June 22 / EARLY BIRD GARAGE SALE / 5:30-6:30
June 23 + 24 / GARAGE SALE / 8:00-5:00

June 25 / Open House New Catalog Party / 2:00-5:00

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- Come back often for more creative inspiration.