I'm back from California!

I was so fortunate to have spent the past weekend in Newport Beach on a Stampin UP Getaway trip! Thank you to all my customers, friends and family for supporting me in my business!

I took my sister, Stephanie, on this trip since 1) Pete couldn't come because he had to work and 2) she has always gotten the babysitting duty on my other Stampin UP excursions. Now it was her turn. It was an amazing sister bonding trip, gorgeous weather and fun times, now I wish we could go back!

Here are a few pics of my trip.

We arrived on Thursday and the first night was a group dinner at Cucina Enoteca.  We dined with demonstrators from Hawaii, Detroit, New Brunswick and a Stampin UP corporate team member.

Each night I was greeted with a special pillow gift.

Night one was treats for us!

We had a special SU exclusive shuttle to take us to Laguna Beach.  A hot humid day but such a lovely walk along the beach, and wonderful lunch at Tommy Bahamas.

Dinner was at Cheesecake Factory - Luau salad and Avocado rolls. WOW. I forgot to take a pic of the cheesecake but trust me it was heavenly and included chocolate.

Pillow Gift #2 - OMG! A big box of great Stampin UP goodies!

I joined a late night swap with Getaway Achievers - they were all gorgeous!

Every morning we were treated to a hot breakfast buffet in the Rose Garden.  Just a tad picturesque.

And the hotel lobby had these fresh flowers greeting us each day.  The smells were sooo good.  I wish I could have bottled it and brought it home.

 

A morning of paddleboarding.  A belated birthday gift from Steph.

And we didn't fall in!  That was the biggest surprise of all!

There was a bit of pool time each day.

Pillow Gift #3 - A matching tote to go with the Zipper pouch I received at the beginning of the trip with our travel documents.

Last food pic - Chowder Fries from Slap Fish.  French fries with Clam Chowder and bacon.  The Californian Poutine?

Time to head home. Thank you Stampin UP! It was amazing!

Hope you didn't mind me sharing all my vacation photos!  It was such a great trip I can't wait to earn the next one!
Cheers,
K

Hearth and Home and Sheltering Tree

One of my all time favourite sets is the Sheltering Tree.  I love the versatility of this stamp set and I know it will be a favourite of mine forever!  

I added a few other sets as well so be sure to check the listing below on all the great products I used on this card.

There are lots of little details on this card like the fussy cutting on the vase, small pearls on the flower centers and the tiny bird popped up in the tree.  This was a fun one to create.

Have a great weekend!  

  Cheers, 
K

 

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Hearth and Home - Shaker card

I think the best part about the Hearth and Home dies is that they lend themselves so well to shaker cards.  I used a stamp from the set "To You and Yours Too" to create the window scene.  I would NEVER  normally used a whole piece of foil for the background but I love the way it turned out.

 Just a close up of that Calgary blizzard in there.  Can you see the trees and cute deer in the background through the snow?

 I hope you are enjoying my cards with the Hearth and Home thinlits.  I really like tomorrow's cards so be sure to check back to see my last card of the week.

Cheers, 
K
 

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Hearth and Home PLUS Just Kidding

Okay here is a card that's been brewing in my head for DAYS . . . WEEKS even!

Most of the cards I have been creating with this thinlits set in mind have been windows looking to the outside.  Well, I wanted to create one looking to a house or living room setting and I THINK I HAVE DONE IT!

 These ladies are adorable! I left the card blank but it could be a cute birthday card, friendship card or even a goodbye card.

This set is called Just kidding and the sayings in this set make it a MUST have!

 

Cheers, 
K

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Halloween Happy Scenes

I will admit I don't make a lot of Halloween cards but I LOVE Stampin UP's Halloween goodies! We make the best stuff EVER!  I loved the cute corner stamp in the Happy Scenes stamp set so here is my take with the window thinlits too.

The photo doesn't really do this card justice (in my opinion) but it's because you can't see the black Glimmer paper.  I also trimmed my window to it would have straight sides and turned the die cut on it's edge.  I should add some of that spooky white cotton web stuff to this card too!

Cheers, I mean BOO to you!
K


 

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Hearth and Home Thinilits - double wide window

I am in love with these thinlits as they are soo versatile! I can't wait to share with you some of the fun creations I made using the thinlits plus other stamp sets.  

Here is the "extra wide" window created from using the above thinlits. I saw this amazing video from Angela Lorenz how to create this double window and TADA life changing :)  Okay maybe not that extreme but the possibilities are endless!

Hope you enjoy this week's cards using the Hearth and Home thinlits!

Cheers, 
K 

 

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Kids Halloween Event - Sun, Oct 4 2-4pm

Finally a class for the kids! 

This year I decided that I wouldn't have a monthly kids stamp class and just do the occasional holiday class and this one will be my first one for the season, but not my last!

 Create 3 projects - hanging banner, treat tube and a fancy fold card ready for Halloween!

Date - Sun, Oct 4
Time - 2-4pm
Cost - $20 

Spaces are limited so contact me ASAP to register your son or daughter for this fun class.

Cheers, 
K

Weekly Specials - Sept 15 - 21

WOW, the butterfly thinlits are on special!  That doesn't happen every day - order early as there is a select number of specials available and then it's back to regular price!

Cheers, 
K
 

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Garage sale success!

Just a quick note to tell you THANK YOU for attending my garage sale this weekend!

It was a success in that I am lighter less a few stamp sets that I know are in good homes.  Still tons left but I will be trying to sell those online if there is interest.

There wasn't much stamping going on this weekend due to the sale but I hope to share more of the extra samples I made with the Hearth and Home framelits.  My mind is buzzing with all the great thigns you could make!

Cheers, 
K

 

 

Stampin UP Garage Sale - Sat, Sept 12 1-3pm

It's been a little crazy (and messy) here at the house with my boxes and BOXES of stamps and stamping accessories! It's kind of embarassing actually so I'm glad I don' t have any classes or company this week.

I have a sneak peek on Friday evening for all my club members and hostesses this past stamping year but I hope that many of you will attend on Saturday!  There is MORE than enough for everyone and believe it or not I just found another box of stamps!

The more you spend the more you'll save on new merchandise in October. Cash only.

*Spend $50 on garage sale items and receive a $10 Merchandise Credit off your purchases in October - SAVINGS OF UP TO 20%
*Spend $100 on garage sale items and receive a $30 Merchandise Credit your purchases in October - SAVINGS OF UP TO 30%
*Spend $150 on garage sale items and receive a $60 Merchandise Credit off your purchases in October - SAVINGS OF UP TO 40%

* Not applicable to club orders
** Merchandise Credit applies to product only and not taxes or shipping

Here are just a few pics I took of the boxes!

Yes I have stamps! Quite a few actually!

And dies, embossing folders, framelits and more

Kits, scrapbook albums, and completed scrapbook projects as well

Tools or all sorts

 I haven't yet priced the papers or ribbons yet but trust me there are TONS!

Looking forward to seeing you this weekend!

Cheers, 
K
 

September Coffee, Cookies and cards class

I'm excited to get back to stamping at my Coffee, Cookies and Cards classes  but what I'm really excited about is having homemade cookies in the house again!  

 This month's cards feature a single stamp set - Remarkable You. I'll show you different colouring techniques using bleach, markers and aqua painters. Add your choice of sentiments on these cards.

Date - Tues, Sept 29
Time - 10am or 7pm
Cost - $15 or free with a qualifying order

Have a great day!
Cheers, 
K

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Festive Fireplace - close ups

Two posts in one day but I couldn't wait to share the close ups of my cards with the Fireplace Bundle. Last chance to register for this AMAZING WOW class!

Date - Wed, Sept 16
Time -  6:30 - 9:00
Cost - Option #1 $55 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Festive Fireside stamp and Framelits
Option #2 $50 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Happy Scenes    stamp set and Hearth & Home Thinlits
Option #3 $30 is 5 cards and envelopes

Cheers 
K

September WOW cards - Festive Fireplace

Just in time I finished the last two samples for the September WOW cards.  These two cards feature the Festive Fireplace stamp set and framelits bundle.

The easel card is inspired from a fellow demonstrator, Sara Poulton. Thanks for the fantastic idea.  She placed a battery operated tea light behind the fire place to appear that it's glowing. I'll be purchasing one tomorrow and I'll post the cool effect tomorrow.  

The second card features the new paper Home for Christmas plus a few more stamps from the Festive Fireplace set.

Register ASAP so I can order the supplies for you to attend this WOW class!

Date - Wed, Sept 16
Time -  6:30 - 9:00
Cost - Option #1 $55 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Festive Fireside stamp and Framelits
Option #2 $50 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Happy Scenes    stamp set and Hearth & Home Thinlits
Option #3 $30 is 5 cards and envelopes

Cheers, 
K 

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Make some time for you!

Kids back in school - ✓

Did a little happy dance over the peace and quiet - ✓

Signed up for a stamping/scrapbooking class for yourself! - ✓  

September is such a great time of year! I love getting the kids back into a routine, earlier bed times and finally have a tiny slice of time for me!  

Don't fill your time up with laundry, dishes and vacuuming set aside some time that is just for you!

I have the perfect solution to get your craft on, have YOU time and get some great quality crafting products at the same time!

There are many benefits to joining a club including great projects and techniques, a fun day/evening with fellow crafters, and free products on your hostess month. The monthly commitment is $35 per month and you will create 2-3 card projects or a 12x12 double page scrapbook layout EACH MONTH!

I have spaces in my Cardmaking and Scrapbooking groups beginning in October.  I have room in both Tuesday evenings and Friday mornings (a great time to get it done while the kids are at school).

We begin in October so contact me ASAP to get more information and to get a sneak peek at my upcoming Stampin Garage sale!
 

Each month I teach you a new technique and provide full instructions plus 2 other fancy cards or 3D items.

Each month we create a 12x12 scrapbook page.  You bring the photos and complete a scrapbook layout each month.

 Have a great long weekend!

Cheers, 
K

September WOW Card Class - Hearth and Home framelits

I'm so excited about this class since it's the first WOW class back off my long summer off!

I love this WOW class since it uses one of my favorite new thinlits in the Holiday catalogue - Hearth and Home.

In this class you will create FIVE cards but I only have 3 to show today.  The other two cards will feature the Festive Fireplace set along with the co-ordinating framelits.

Date - Wed, Sept 16
Time -  6:30 - 9:00
Cost - Option #1 $55 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Festive Fireside stamp and Framelits
Option #2 $50 includes class with 5 cards and envelopes plus Happy Scenes    stamp set and Hearth & Home Thinlits
Option #3 $30 is 5 cards and envelopes

At the class if you wish to purchase the other stamp set and framelit bundle they will be 15% off.

I will post the other two cards as soon as I have the stamp set and framelits in my hot little hands! I'm ordering them today!

Hope you can join me!

Cheers, 
K