Mojo Monday .. on Monday!!!

I'm so excited!!! I actually played Mojo Monday ... on Monday! Woo hoo!!! This card was too much fun, so let me tell you a few things about it. I used the Le Jardin Botanique stamp set. I've had it for a while and when I saw this sketch, this stamp set had everything that the sketch had! Can't beat that! For the tree, I stamped it in VersaMark and colored it in using Stampin' Up! Pastels. Sometimes I really think that Pastels get overlooked, but you get 51 colors all in one package for only $24.95. There are numerous techniques also that you can do with Pastels! If you are a new stamper - they are a perfect way to get started! Now, did you notice the lines on the Garden Green cardstock? All I did was score a line from top to bottom, every 1/4"! I thought this pattern really added to the background of this card. Listed below is everything that I used for this card. If you have any questions, just ask! You can post it to the right in the Let's Chat box, click on the "comments" below and post there or shoot me an email! And look, you don't even have to get up to do that! :-)

Stamp Set: Le Jardin Botanique
Cardstock: Crushed Curry (3-1/2" x 3-3/4"), Garden Green (4" x 5-1/4"), Chocolate Chip (5-1/2" x 8-1/2"; scrap for Scallop Oval Punch), Naturals Ivory (2" x -3-3/8; scrap for Large Oval Punch)
Ink: VersaMark, Classic Garden Green, Classic Crushed Curry
Other: Large Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, Spiral Punch, Paper Piercer, Vintage Brads, Dimensionals, Chocolate Chip 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread, Paper Piercing Template, Cutter Kit (Distresser)

Hope you get a chance to play Mojo Monday -- even if it's Tuesday ... Wednesday ... or Sunday!

While the master is away . . . .

. . . . the cats will play! This is what I walked into when I came home today! They couldn't be happy with one roll of ribbon, no, they had to take three rolls! And, I even had the ribbon sitting on my shelf - so they were pretty much put away! I'm sure if I would have put them in my Stampin' Up! Ribbon holders, they wouldn't have gotten them. But hey, what fun is that!! Look at that innocent look on Darci's face! Isn't that adorable!

So, I decide to leave it so Mickey could see it when he came home from work - we like to do that so both of us can see what havoc our kitties create. I went to go check my email, do some computer stuff and decided to go check on the kitties as they were awfully quiet! You'll never guess where they were ... yup, playing with the ribbon! They have a ton of toys, but are truly fond of Stampin' Up! ribbon! The definitely have good taste, wouldn't you say!?

Softness with Suede

This is one of the projects we did at the Bold Brights and Rich Regal Stamp Clubs this month. I wanted to feature the new Soft Suede In Color, along with the new Crushed Curry In Color. Well, other than the Whisper White cardstock, everything on this card is a new product! It features two new stamp Sets - Teeny Tiny Wishes and Razzle Dazzle. Check out the dotted grosgrain ribbon -- that is the new Soft Suede Dotted Grosgrain ribbon which is reversible - it has no dots on the other side! This ribbon comes in all of the six new In Color .. colors! I also love the way Soft Suede and Crushed Curry look together.

At the one stamp club, we were experimenting with what other colors would look good with Soft Suede! Our favorites were Cameo Coral, Night of Navy or Not Quite Navy. While this might look at tad brown in the picture, it is more like an Army green. But as I sit here typing, there is nothing like seeing it is person! It really is a great color!!!!

As a reminder, you only have today and tomorrow to place any orders for retired stamp sets. The retired accessories list is definitely dwindling down, so make sure to take a peek to see if there is anything that you need!

Enjoy your Monday .. oh man, its Mojo Monday! I need to go take a peek at the sketch! It is the highlight of my Monday!!!

Pop Up Cake Die

Sometimes I do reflect on my past eight years with Stampin' Up! and I'm absolutely amazed at how much Stampin' Up! has changed - and for the good I might add. Now, I'm not saying that it was bad before, because I loved it back then and love it now! What I mean is that they have expanded their product line to include so many different things. This, I truly love! When Stampin' Up! announced the addition of the Sizzix last year at Convention, I was flipping out in my seat! I can't even begin to tell you how thrilled I was. As I looked around, there were some people who had never even heard of Sizzix or a Big Shot! Boy, were they in for a surprise. Stampin' Up! is continually adding to this product line and I wanted to share with you the Pop Up Cake Die! Check it out in the picture. Isn't it too cute!!!??? Click here for instructions to create the pop up cake! You'll see step-by-step instructions which will help you create your own pop-up cake!! Whoever is lucky enough to get this card will talk about it for months!!! The item no. is 116760 and it sells for $39.95. It is found on pg. 201 of the new 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog for those of you who have your catalog already! You'll have a blast creating this project!! I will also post a link to the instructions in the side column of my blog where it will stay in case you need it in the future!!!

Have an awesome day!!!

They're Here!!!!

The catalogs arrived safe and sound yesterday, although it was late! I've set aside the following times for pick up for pre-ordered catalogs. You can just stop by during these times!!

Thursday, June 25, 2009: 7:30 p.m. through 8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 26, 2009: 7:30 p.m. through 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 27, 2009: 10:00 a.m. through 11:00 a.m.
Sunday, June 28, 2009: 2:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m. (I have a Scrapbooking class during this time, but you are more than welcome to come by and pick up your catalog)

Don't worry if you didn't preorder yours. I have them available for $10! Woo hoo!!! Get yours now so you can savor it during the upcoming weekend!!!

New SU Catalogs . . .

are on the UPS truck and out for delivery! Woo hoo! Now ladies, don't go chasing those UPS trucks (although maybe they would like that!). I will post to this blog when the catalogs have arrived and leave times when they will be available for pick up! I know many of you are anxious to get them as you've already had a peek at mine! You'll love it for sure!!!

I'll keep you .. posted! (he he . get it .. post... posted, okay, I'll stop -- it's just this little world that I live in!)

HAVE A GLORIOUS DAY!!!

Mojo Monday Meets Country Living with Robots!

I was so excited to come home from work in anticipation of the arrival of my County Living Summer Cookout Kit and guess what? It hadn't arrived yet. What's up with that? Well, I decided to do a little tweaking to my blog such as getting the search feature to work (it does now) and then I was trying to do something else, but that just didn't work out so I'll save that for another day! Then hubby was ready to go get some dinner (yummy) and my box was waiting for me when I got home! Yipppeeeee!!! That baby was heavy and I really didn't think the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit was all THAT heavy, so I thought .. hum ... maybe I ordered more than I thought .. or got something FREE! Ha ha. You know, sometimes I wonder where I put my brain! I found inside the box the new Decor Elements brochures! Duh, I forgot I ordered them, but was thrilled that they arrived because the new catalogs are supposed to arrive tomorrow and I wanted to pass them both out at the same time. Okay, so now I'm really happy. Well, not as happy as I'll be when the catalogs arrive tomorrow (I'd keep my fingers crossed, but that would prevent me from typing and that would not be good). So, I open the Kit and man, look at all the goodies!!! Everything you see in the picture is in the kit INCLUDING three recipe cards (Sweet Corn Relish, Baked Beans and All American Burger). There is also a blank recipe card that you can fill in with your favorite recipe! There sure is alot in the Kit, isn't there! I am thrilled.

Now, I'm trying to decide what I wanted to try first with my Kit and decided to combine the Mojo Monday Sketch (in the previous post) with the supplies in the Kit to see what I could come up with .. and this is it!


Isn't it toooooo cute! I really like the little robot (which I might add I was not going to purchase, but everyone was telling me how cute it was, so I bought the set -- and I'm glad I did!). Also, the "ERROR I"m sorry". I love it!!! Now, when I mounted this stamp set, I separated the words from the image and mounted them on the side of the block. I know I'll be using this phrase alot! See, sometimes I just do silly things .. and then I have to say I'm sorry! Ah, the joys of being human!! I bet the robots don't have that problem!

See how all these things fit together?? You never know what I"ll try next!! As you can probably tell, I'm feeling much better today! Woo hoo .... see ya!

Facelift and Mojo Monday

Happy Monday to you all!!! You know, sometimes you just need a facelift, right? Well, today I came home from work, still trying to fight off this cold and needed to do something that didn't require a lot of brain work or physical activity. So, I decided to give my blog a new look. I must say that I absolutely love it!!! I still have to work on a couple of things, but the main part is done. Notice above you see little tabs for links - woo hoo, ain't they too cute. To the right, there is a comment block where you can post comments or ask questions! Please don't ask me anything I don't know .. ha ha!!! The search feature on my blog is at the top right which is really great if you are looking for something in particular - now you can find it quick and easy.

I hope you like the new look. Hopefully, I'll feel up to doing the Mojo Monday sketch. My stuffed up head and nose is definitely affecting my mojo!! Below is the sketch so if want to give it a try ... here it is!!

I hope you have a great evening!!!!

Living ... in Country Living

Ah ... living in the Country. Can't say that I've ever lived in the country; however, my wonderful husband is from Small Town USA. Actually, he's from Cottonwood, Minnesota and swears that it is the only place to live. The pace is so much slower than here in the "city" and people live alot longer! Now, let me tell you that he also says "Norfolk" is not a City, compared to Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can just imagine some of the conversations we have, can't you. But, he's such a trooper as he stayed here in Norfolk for me. :-) Actually, the last few days have been a blur as I've been working some extensive hours getting ready for a trial and spent all day yesterday in Court. My boss is back in Court today and I know she has another long day. I offered to help her out today, but she knows that I'm old and needed a break (ha), but actually knows and appreciates the fact that I do Stampin' Up! and Friday's are dedicated to personal errands and my Stampin' Up! business. Isn't she great (really she is). It felt good to be home last night. But ... you know, that country living is sounding awfully good right now! But .. they don't have any 7-11 stores in Cottonwood and I don't think I could live with 7-11! Okay, back to the subject at hand .. I get so easily distracted, don't I?

I wnat to share with you the Summer Cookout Kit being offered by Stampin' Up! in conjunction with Country Living Magazine from June 15 through August 31. It's a great kit that comes with the following items:

• Dig In stamp set
• Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot®
• Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Spot
• 8 invitations, complete with die-cut pieces, skewers, and envelopes
• 8 die-cut table tent cards (2 each of 4 colors)
• 12 die-cut coasters (3 each of 4 colors)
• 16 die-cut tags (4 each of 4 colors)
• 24 printed food wrappers (12" x 12" sheets

Wanna see the Kit? Click here!! The kit is being offered for only $24.95 and you get a stamp set and two Stampin' Spots to use over and over again! I love that plaid stamp in the Dig In stamp set!!!! You might be saying, well, I'm not having a cook out, so why would I need this, right? Here are some other ideas with the kit:

Die Cut Coasters - incorporate into your scrapbooks and/or cards, use as invitations for a birthday party!
Invitations with die-cut pieces, skewers and envelopes - You can use the die cuts to place on cards or a scrapbook!
Table Tent Cards - use as gift tags (and you can also incorporate those cut die cuts!!)
Food wrappers - oh gosh, talk about endless uses .. gift wrap, origami projects, use to embellish chipboard, use with our Night of Navy and/or Ruby Red cardstock!!

You know, originally I wasn't going to order this kit because, like some of you, I'm not having any "events" that I felt would be useful with this kit. But after looking at the flyer, I can't wait to order it and play with it because I'm envisioning all kinds of things to make!!!

So, whether you are enjoying life in the country or city ... do take time to smell the roses .. or smell the Staz on (sorry, you know I had to go there and as a disclaimer - DO NOT SMELL THE STAZ ON) ... and take some time for yourself -- or with your friends! Buy a kit .. or two .. and get together and see what YOU can do with it! You guys are so creative, I bet you'd really come up with some awesome projects!

Mojo Monday - Sketch 91

I have to tell you, just after a couple of weeks of playing with the Mojo Monday Design Sketch, I find myself looking forward to Monday's! Boy, that is a weird thing, now isn't it! So, I know it's Tuesday, but I did take a peek at the sketch last night and was thrilled that it was a different size than "normal". You know "normal" -- right? Yup, it's 5-1/2" x 4-1/4". I don't have anything personal against that card size, really -- I don't! But, I like try different things and different sizes! I also wanted to pull out some of the new In Colors when I created this card. I'm sure you are probably saying, boy, this is pretty bright for Phyllis, huh! I think so too, but I really like the way it turned out. Sometimes you just have to step out of the box!! I've used three of the new In Colors - Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry and Melon Mambo. I love the way they look together! I pulled out the Basic Black to set the colors off! I've listed below the items I've used to create this card, as well as the measurements! It's a great Design Sketch. I hope you have time to create your card!!

Supplies:

Stamp Sets: Upsy Daisy; Oval All
Cardstock: Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay, Basic Black, Whisper White
Classic Ink: Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay
Markers: Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango
Ribbon: Bermuda Bay and Melon Mambo Dotted Grosgrain
Other: Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Pretties Kit, Vintage Brads, Dimensionals, Two Way Glue, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Color Spritzer Tool, Clips Assortment, Watercolor Vine Jumbo Wheel and Handle

Measurements:

Bermuda Bay: 2-3/4" x 3-1/4"; scrap for scallop oval punch
Crushed Curry: 3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Melon Mambo: 7-1/2" x 6-3/4" (folded); 1-5/8" x 3-7/8"
Whisper White: 2-3/8" x 3-1/8"; scrap for large oval punch
Basic Black: 2-1/2" x 3-1/4"; 1-3/4" x 4"; 3-1/2" x 6-1/2"

Whew -- that is a lot of layers!!! Have fun!!

Decorating with Flower Finesse

Despite my lack of posting, I've been a super busy bee! Again, I stress how many things you can find when you clean up and re-organize -- such as my Flower Finesse Decore Elements! I have been accumulating them for the last six months and decided to apply them to my storage cubes. I was thrilled about the way it looks! I also added some Rose Red Flowers Decor Elements to add a touch of color! It was alot of fun applying them and the thing I like was that, unlike painting, if I didn't like it, I could just peel it off! And, if I change my mind later on and want to decorate the cubes with something else, I again can just pull them off! You won't believe this, but when I started ordering the Flower Finesse Decor Elements, this is exactly what I had in mind! Really!! See, sometimes I DO plan ahead! Oh, the Flower Finesse Decor Elements is a Level 1 Hostess Set which is only available up to June 30. I'm excited to see what's next in the hostess Decor Elements line!

Now, here is a picture of something else I decorated! This is my new planner. When I saw this planner, I knew that it would look so good with the Flower Finesse White Decor Elements! It was so easy to apply and really has added a nice look to my planner! I will say that the surface of the planner is a bit textured and I'm not sure how it will hold up, but time will tell. Again, if it doesn't work out, I can just peel it off and it won't damage my planner!

I hope you like my home decorating attempts tonight! And you know, it wasn't messy at all like painting! Woo hoo. Because you know, if you create a mess, you have to clean it up! Except if you are a kitten, then you have a wonderful master to do that for you! Wink wink!!

See ya!

Kitty Cat Art Memo Board

I found this art magnet board at a local craft fair in Virginia Beach a couple of months ago. Many of you have asked about it and the information on the creator. Well, I've been doing some major re-arranging and organizing. You know, it's amazing what I find when I do this! I knew I had this post card with all the info! Since so many of you were wondering about it, the website is www.dianekaylordesigns.com. I love my magnet board and really hate to use it for little memos because I have to cover things up and its too pretty! Every once in a while I move the cats around, but they told me they get pretty comfortable in their spots and really don't appreciate that I move them! :-)

I'm almost done re-organizing so hopefully can stamp because I'm going through withdraws!!!

See ya!

Fall .... in the Spring

I had so much fun playing last night, that I did another card using new products. Even though it is Spring right now, this card has Fall all over it!

Notice the leaves on the background paper? They are not part of the paper, but I stamped them on the DSP! I used Dusty Durango ink, one of the new In Colors. I used two new stamp sets - Autumn Days and Teeny Tiny Wishes. Listed below are all the products I used, along with the measurements!! Another bonus!! he he!!!

Stamp Sets: Autumn Wishes, Dusty Durango
Cardstock: Dusty Durango (5-1/2" x 8-1/2 folded; 5-1/4" x 1/2"), Crushed Curry (5-1/4" x 1"; 3-1/8" x 2-3/8"), Rich Razzleberry (3" x 2-1/8"), Whisper White (2-7/8" x 2"; scrap for stamping and cutting wheat)
Classic Ink: Dusty Durango, Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry
DSP: Razzleberry Lemonade (Pumpkin Pie: 5-1/4" x 4"); Patterned DSP (5-1/4" x 1-1/2")
Other: Vintage Brads, Scallop Border Punch, Paper Piercer, Stamping Sponge, Dimensionals, Pumpkin Pie Corduroy Buttons

Hope the measurements help you! I was really thrilled with the layout and colors on this card! Have a great evening!!

I Love Rich Razzleberry

Is this my new Baja Breeze? Well, sometimes when you lose something, there is something that comes along and makes you forget about what you are missing! Does that make sense?

I so love the new In Color Rich Razzleberry. Matter of fact, I loved it the very first time I saw it! I just don't know what it is about it! This is a simple card I did for my sister-in-law's birthday. It didn't take too long to complete (shhh .. don't tell). Notice on the right bottom corner I stamped the image from the Razzle Dazzle stamp set onto a piece of the Razzleberry Lemonade DSP using Rich Razzleberry ink! I also like how the Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain ribbon has two different sides! Easy peasy to do!! Probably easier then typing "Rich Razzleberry"!!!

Below are the items I used on this project:

Razzle Dazzle Stamp Set
Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set
Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
Whisper White Cardstock
Rich Razzleberry Cardstock
Rich Razzleberry Ink
Rich Razzleberry Dotted Grosgrain Ribbon
Dimensionals

I know you are just as excited as I am to get these new In Colors in your hot little hands!!!

Mojo Monday - Sketch 90

Oh gosh, I couldn't wait to come home and check out the Mojo Monday Sketch!!! I already knew in my mind that I was going to do a sample with some of the new products in the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog, so all I needed was the sketch. Woo hoo. I find it so much easier to stamp when I have the layout already done for me!!

So, do you like my card? I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!! Above is also a copy of the sketch. You know, I'll share with you something that I did to help me with the measurements.

I copied the sketch by right clicking my mouse on top of the image to "cut it" and then opened a Word document, right clicked on my mouse and "pasted it" into the document. Then I enlarged it (just by dragging the corner of the image) until it was 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"! Then I printed it out and just measured! I did increase the size of the focal point, but it was easy to get the measurements for the lower square pieces. I used all new products, except for Pumpkin Pie cardstock, which coordinates with the DSP. I've listed the products and measurements (woohoo) I used below:

Razzle Dazzle Stamp Set
Pumpkin Pie Cardstock (4-1/4" x 11" folded; 2-3/4" x 2-3/4")
Dusty Durango Cardstock (2-3/4" x 2-3/4"); large scallop circle from Circles, Scallop #2 Die
Whisper White Cardstock: 2-3/4" Circle
Large DSP: 4" x 5-1/4"
Pumpkin Pie Circle Patterned DSP: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"
Melon Mambo Checked DSP: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"
DSP is from Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
Big Shot
New In Color Assorted Stampin' Write Markers
Circle Cutter Plus and Glass Mat
Stampin' Sponge
Dotted Crushed Curry Grosgrain Ribbon

This is a great sketch! Hope you have some time to make your card!!!

Should I Be Concerned?

Yesterday was Darci and Dugan's first day at the monthly Stamp, Play and Create. They have tough shoes to fill as Reba was our stamping kitty and was always on the table during our classes. After being up at 5:30 am and playing for four hours, they decided it was time to nap! Of course, everyone wanted to meet our new stampin' kitties so they were introduced! On Friday, when I was prepping for the workshop, I had the plastic shoeboxes on table and Dugan was right in there. We had to bring another one out for Darci! So, it wasn't a surprise when we were making our projects that they decided to crawl in the boxes. I have plenty of the boxes, so we let the kitties sleep and brought out new boxes for the project supplies. I was kinda of getting a complex that my class might be so boring that they slept through it -- but they were the only ones sleeping (whew)! Dugan is the black kitten, male. His name means " dark colored" and is Irish. We thought it was quite fitting for him. Darci's name, well we needed a "D" name and she's so cute, this name just seemed to fit her. They are growing likes weeds and on the 11th of June, it will be a month since we adopted them. They love stamping supplies, especially ribbon, which they tend to carry around the house. The certainly inspire me to put my things away ... or goodness knows where my supplies will be!

The stamping kitties are anxiously awaiting the 2:00 pm Stamp, Play and Create!!! See you then!

Stampin' Up! Bigz XL Matchbox Die

I love watching videos on how to create projects! It's hard to record them and I have been trying! There is so much involved in doing so, recording, uploading, transferring to You Tube and so forth! Stampin' Up! has it perfected and I love the fact that they have videos now to show us and you how to do things! So, check out this latest video which shows you how to use the Bigz XL Matchbox Die .. and create some gorgeous projects!! Just click on the picture, then click on the little ► to play the video!!

Happy Thoughts with Ice Cream

I have a love-love relationship with ice cream! Thre are no two ways about it. Let me tell you a story (as if you didn't see that coming)!

I have alot of memories while we were living in Bermuda when I was young, but I don't remember eating much ice cream. See, back in the late 60's, Bermuda was so behind in everything! Styles, music, life! No computers (egast - I shutter at that thought), no email and telephone calls to the "states" were made on an emergency basis only. It took forever to get mail to/from the states also! Now, don't get me wrong, I loved living there. I think I was at the perfect age and had a lot of freedom and always felt safe! As far as foods, I don't remember eating much ice cream, because we just had the basic flavors - chocolate and vanilla. So, we move back to Norfolk in early 70's and close to my house is a High's Ice Cream. I hear many of you saying, oh yeah! Really, I do!! So, I go there and there are a ton of flavors and I try quite a few and find "Bubble Gum" with actual pieces of gum in the ice cream. It was .. and still is ... my absolute favorite flavor of ice cream of all times. Now, I'm sure you know where I'm going, right? High's Ice Cream, like many good things in the past, went out of the business. When the stores started closing, you could purchase it in the grocery stores, but that ended also. When something is gone, I seem to crave it more - know what I mean? Well, one day, I paid a visit to Carvel on Virginia Beach Boulevard. They had a flavor called "Bubble Trouble". I tried it and immediately went back 35 years! The wrinkles in my face still stayed, but the flavor of High's Bubble Gum ice cream was right there! It tasted very similar to High's ice cream and now I try to go there whenever I can. I've been known to stop there on my way home from work and totally ruin my dinner! (Shhhh .. don't tell Mickey - he doesn't even know!! he he).

Bet you didn't bargain for a story, did you? Well, when I created this card, those thoughts of High's ice cream came right back. I call it the power of a card! I love receiving handmade cards and I know many of you do also. When I create a card for someone, I hope it brings back a special memory -- or makes a special memory that they will think about in the future. You know, remember when I turned 40 and so and so sent me the most gorgeous card? Help make a memory - send someone a card!

One More Mojo!!

This is my first card made with some products from the new 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog and the new In Colors!! Ooh la la ... love love love it!!

Let me tell you about these products. First, the colors are Crushed Curry and Rich Razzleberry. I do remember seeing Rich Razzleberry on the stage at the Hawaii Incentive Trip and it immediately caught my eye. It's rich and vibrant! The Crushed Curry color compliments it so nicely. The DSP is called Razzleberry Lemonade. You like? Yeah, me too!!! Notice the ribbon going across the middle of the card. That is Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain ribbon and comes in all of the new In Colors. You can also reverse it and use it without the dots (but hum ... would I really want to do that)? Lastly, the stamp set is called Kind & Caring Thoughts. It is Level 3 Hostess set and it has 12 stamps in the set. I think this is my very favorite of the hostess sets!! Ooh, can you tell how much I love the sketch from Mojo Monday!!!

Now, let's see how keen your eye is. Did you notice those little specks on the focal image of the card? Yup, they were made with the Color Spritzer and the NEW STAMPIN' WRITE MARKERS IN THE IN COLORS! Double ooh la la!!!

Just wait to you see this in person!!! Your mouth will water!

Mojo'ing In Good Form!

I know it's Wednesday, but I finally got a chance to sit down and play "Mojo Monday". I guess it's kinda fitting since sometimes, no matter how hard I try, I'm late! I really loved the layout of this sketch and was anxious to try it, so here's my sample!!

I was pulling out items that are on the Last Chance list and was thinking as I was creating, this is my last month to use Kiwi Kiss! I wonder if I went back through my blog, how many times I used Kiwi Kiss (and that doesn't include all the samples in my house!) I'm sure it probably is a close race with Baja Breeze!! The DSP is from Rockability which is one of the Specialty Papers. I love the embossed look of the DSP and it really adds alot of elegance to your projects!! The stamp set I used is "In Good Form" which we will be saying goodbye too at the end of the month. I thought (and still to) that this stamp set was way too cute and versatile. I won't select what birthday this card will be for until I figure out who the lucky recipient is!

I listed below the supplies that I've used for this project. The items in red are items that are being discontinued.

In Good Form Stamp Set
Kiwi Kiss Cardstock
Riding Hood Red Cardstock
Textured Basic Back from Taste of Textiles Paper
Basic Black Cardstock
Whisper White Cardstock
Rockability Specialty DSP
Riding Hood Red Classic Ink
Designer Buttons Bouquet
Valet Ribbon Originals
Dimensionals
Scallop Circle Punch
1-3/8" Circle Punch
Fire Circles Rhinestone Brads

And here is another card I made using this sketch!!

You know, check out the stripes on the paper and dots on the ribbon. Gosh, I love it!!! The Bella Birds DSP is really gorgeous. I love this card and think it is perfect for a sympathy card. The stamp set, Always in my Thoughts, is one of my favorites and will stay as a staple stamp set in my collection. Plus, it's a great deal at only $17.95. Again, listed below are the supplies that I've used for this project. The items in red are items that are being discontinued.

Always in my Thoughts Stamp Set
Bella Birds DSP
Bordering Blue Cardstock
Chocolate Chip Cardstock
Pink Pirouette Cardstock
Shimmery White Cardstock
Stazon Jet Black
Stampin' Write Markers - So Saffron, Certainly Celery and Bordering Blue
Valet Ribbon Originals
Dimensionals
Crystal Effects

Welp, I think that's it! If you would like any of the discontinued items, they are on a first come, first serve basis. Matter of fact, the Button Bouquet is already gone. I hope you like my project and maybe you played this week with the Mojo Monday sketch!!

SU Color Combos

Today I wanted to share with you a really fun tool to help you with your color combinations. It is at a website address: www.scraptitude.com/colorcombo/. When I first found this website, I played for quite a while to find out different color combinations. When you go to the website, you will need to scroll through the Stampin' Up! colors and click on what color you want. It will go in the empty box to the top right. You can put one color in the boxes, or up to five colors. Then you click on "search" and the large box below fills up with color combinations. There is a disclaimer on the bottom on the screen which states that these are random color combinations, not based on any color theory. But you know, I've gotten some really great color combinations from this website. So, I hope you'll go play.

The 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog is absolutely awesome. Throughout this month I will post a few samples for you with some of the new products. Don't forgot though, the items on the Last Chance Lists - stamp set and accessories! You don't want to miss purchasing anything you want. I can't you how many times someone will come up to me AFTER the deadline and wants something that was on the lists!

Enjoy your day!!!!