My Swaps for Columbia, SC Regional

On Saturday I attended my first Stampin' Up! event as a demonstrator. Man, was I excited! It was everything I had hoped it would be and more. What could be better than meeting members of Stampin' Up! Staff, other demonstrators, and learning so much more about products and techniques?

One of the highlights for me was the swaps. It was so much fun running around trading my cards with other demonstrators. Now I've got lots of new examples of all the wonderful projects that can be created with Stampin' Up! product. I agonized over what I would take to swap, but I finally decided on two cards that can be used for Thanksgiving or for a Fall theme. My pictures aren't that great, but I was pleased with how the cards turned out.

The card on the left took a while. I punched all those leaves with the two-step bird punch and then glued them on a circle of cs.The card on the right took less time and is just a simple Thanksgiving message.

Let me know if you need specifics on either card.

Gwen

A Valentine for my Honey

I know Valentine's Day has passed, but I thought I'd share the card I made for my husband. The card front is on the left and the inside is on the right. The card base is Basic Black CS cut @ 4 1/4 x 11 and scored @ 5 1/2. The sentiment was downloaded from a paper craft magazine website, cut out and sponged around the edges with Basic Black Classic Ink.

Supplies:

Stamp Sets:  I {Heart} Hearts, Love Bandit, Well Scripted

Paper:  Basic Black, Real Red, Whisper White CS

Ink:  Basic Black & Real Red Classic

Misc:  5/8 Basic Black grosgrain ribbon,  Ticket Corner Punch, small Heart Punch, 1 3/4 Circle Punch, Heart Punch Window Movers & Shapers Die, Paper Piercer, Dimensionals, Snail Adnesive

Easter Sweets & Treats Class

Easter just wouldn't be the same without treats. In our Easter Sweets & Treats class you'll learn how to make these two cards and three adorable treat boxes - two of which can be used either as card boxes OR as treat boxes.

This class will be held at my home (161 N Tallahassee St, Hazlehurst) on Saturday, March 13th at 11am. Cost is $20* and all you need to bring is adhesive and scissors. Everything else for the projects will be provided.  Space is limited, so email me ASAP to register.

Note: Since we will be working through lunch, my regular class members plan to bring their favorite brunch item. If you'd like to participate, bring something to share. Drinks will be provided. 

*Register a new stamper and I'll reduce the fee for you and your friend to $15 each! 

My Intro to the World of Blogging

This is my first post for my Stampin' Up Blog. The world of blogging is all brand new for me, so please bear with me as I enter into this new and exciting adventure. I plan to post cards and other stamping projects at least weekly for now. Watch for my first project coming soon!