Kendall's Creations

Never a better time...

2009-09-30T17:23:00.004+10:00

To join Stampin' Up! than when you get freebies and help out an awesome cause at the same time!!

Join the family during 1st October till 31st December and you will receive a pack of Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper AND a Pretty In Pink Ink Pad for free, on top of the already heavily reduced starter kit. Stampin' Up! will also donate $5 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Send me an E-mail if you would like any more information.

Take care,

Kendall xx

2009-09-28T10:43:00.002+10:00

Well, I've decided to come back to the land of the living and get back to work on my blog since it has been months since I've last shared anything.

So much has happened since march, to start with:

Hubby's 30th birthday, Amelia's 3rd birthday, moving back into newly built home ( still madly unpacking though!) Savannah's 1st birthday (Already!!) and a whole crazy life in between!

I have done a little creating during this as well so when i figure out how to upload photos on my new laptop i can share it all.

I would love to hear from you all so leave me a message or e-mail me here to let me know what's been happening while i was MIA!

Take care,

Kendall xx

You may have been wondering...

2009-03-31T14:56:00.003+11:00

Why I would have a photo of a man with his van on my blog with no details, but rest assured it is my Hubby, Daniel! It was actually his 30th birthday last week and I needed a way to get a photo to our cake maker for the cake I had in mind! This is what she came up with!! We loved it!

It even had his number plate on the back!

Bit of an update and some crafting to share...

2009-03-31T14:41:00.003+11:00

Wow, the old saying sure is true, time flys...

Savannah is already six months old now and getting more and more independent every day. She is already crawling so nothing is safe any longer and we have to be careful of Amelia's little toys being left on the floor!

I have been crafting ( and photographing) but we've had much going on within the family these last couple of months with my mum in and out of hospital and other things.

I wanted to show you what I made today with some new products from the upcoming Idea Book and Catalogue which is to be released tomorrow. These papers and stamps are from a new level 3 Hostess set called 'Hand drawn bundle'. Which comes with stamps, papers and rub-ons, and I LOVE IT! This is actually a birthday reminder book which has pockets with months printed out where you can record whose birthday it is and slot a card into ready for the occasion. I will be back with more details soon but for now, Enjoy xx

2009-03-17T09:32:00.000+11:00

Happy New Year... Let's Sale-A-Brate

2009-01-02T20:09:00.006+11:00

Well it's that time again. the start of a new year, new beginnings and a whole lot more to look forwards to!! To begin with I hope you all had an amazing Christmas and New Year period. I know we did, although I think the word Glutton comes to mind when I think of all that food we did and are still consuming. LOL.

Anyway, On to the good stuff.... Free Stamps. Yep. FREE! Sale-A-Bration gives you so many ways in which to earn FREE stamp sets from the 4 Beautiful ones chosen by Stampin' UP! ® You can view them here and learn more about Sale-A-Bration.

As a customer , all you have to do is spend $100 on any current catalogue products and you can chose one for free, spend $200 and get two free and so on with no limit on free stamps earned.

As a hostess, with qualifying sales of $600 or more you receive one of your choice free on top of all your other hostess rewards as well.

Become a demonstrator during Sale-A-Bration and you receive a FREE stamp set from the current catalogues of your choice up to the value of $79.95. This is as well as the fantastic starter kit which is already heavily discounted for new demo's.

Don't forget that all orders placed with me which aren't via an event or workshop are still eligible to qualify for the usual hostess benefits and the beautiful Sale-A-Bration freebies as well!! Contact me if you would like to find out more. I have some new piccy's to go up soon I just need to find my camera.LOL

Another quick Christmas card

2008-12-11T14:57:00.003+11:00

Finally I managed to take a photo which show the dazzling diamonds properly. I'll be back with details later on. xx

Tonights Team Cyberstamp!!

2008-12-10T21:31:00.002+11:00

The best thing about being a part of the Inklings Team is the awesome opportunities we get to 'meet' with each other and have regular training days and cyberstamps. Tonight is Margaret's turn at setting some fun challenges. The first is a sketch challenge and the second was to make a tea bag holder. I loved participating tonight Margaret!

Materials used: Soft Sky , chocolate chip, and groovy guava cardstock, Afternoon Tea DSP, Flower from Pretties Kit, soft sky stitched ribbon, dazzling diamonds, Stampin Dimensionals, "Like it a latte" and "Live your dream" stamp sets.

December is upon us...

2008-12-01T20:46:00.004+11:00

And Stampin'Up!® have a great special this month when you spend $20 on regular merchandise you can purchase from a select range of products at 20% off. How cool is that!! Click here for the full flyer(or on the picture to enlarge) or email me with any questions you may have.

The marker promotion has also been extended until the 14th of the month so make sure you let me know if there are any that you need. At only $4.95 per marker they are great value.

Summer Mini is now available...

2008-12-01T13:14:00.002+11:00

And it is gorgeous. If you would like a hard copy then please send me a quick email with your details and I will happily post to you. Or if you can't wait that long why not check out the website here.

I am also in the process of sorting out some retired stamp sets and papers for sale so keep checking in over the next few days.

Cute baby 'Onesies'

2008-11-24T12:06:00.002+11:00

Aren't these just adorable. I've seen a lot of these around on splitcoaststampers and followed the directions from here to make these two baby cards. They were a lot of fun and so easy though That I will defiantly be making more.

2008-11-16T16:28:00.002+11:00

I've been having a great time with my girls this week and managed to find some time to make a few cards.

The Christmas cards turned out better than I hoped using the 'faux tearing' technique. The were super quick to make as well using co-ordinating inks and ribbons and whisper white cardstock.

The second card uses both a colour and sketch challenge from Splitcoaststampers. Using Old Olive, Pretty In Pink and Ruby Red. I also used Black grosgrain ribbon, flower and pearls from Pretties Kit and Dimensionals. The stamps used are: Floral and En Francais backgrounds and Always from the Spring Mini

Individual Markers are here for a limited time Only!

2008-11-10T20:35:00.001+11:00

From today until the end of the month only, Stampin' Up!® Has released all 48 colour Stampin' Write Markers singularly. Whether you just want to try one or get your favourite mixture of the colour families, now is the time to do it. At only $4.95 per marker they're a bargain.

Follow this link for more details and contact me to place your order.

http://www3.stampinup.com/au/ena/6186.asp

Christmas is just around the Corner...

2008-11-06T13:36:00.005+11:00

And I'm starting to get a bit panicked. So far I've not put too much thought into gifts and things but since it's less than seven weeks away, I think I need to get moving!!

At least I've had fun playing with Christmas card designs. These last two were a lot of fun to make. The first uses: Always artichoke, River rock cardstock and inks,Holiday Harmony DSP, Styled silver hodgepodge and Rhinestone brads from the pretties kit. Along with some very vanilla wide ribbon. I've also used the stamps set 'Circle of Friendship' and 'Season of joy'.

The second was a sketch challenge from somewhere ( I can't remember but have seen lots of cards with the same layout). Using Old Olive, very vanilla and real red cardstock, Dashing DSP, Thin vanilla ribbon and the same stamp sets as above.

Finally some time to create!

2008-11-01T14:29:00.005+11:00

The barrage of family has finally passed and we have spent our first nights alone with our girls. So far, Baby Savannah only wakes once during the night to feed so I am still feeling quite human. And finally I spent a little time making a couple of quick cards last night.

This first card was made using Sage shadow cardstock and ink, very vanilla cardstock and ribbon and DSP from the Fall flowers pack. I LOVE the new styled silver hodgepodge and used one of the circles and the brads here.

This card uses Wild Wasabi and Soft sky Cardstock and Double stitched ribbons, Spring Fling DSP, Flowers and half back pearl from the pretties kit and the rub-ons from the Cherished memories pack. No stamping at all!!

And a new piccy of Savannah aged five weeks!

Wow... Where did September Go???

2008-10-03T20:28:00.004+10:00

Well, unfortunately September saw me in hospital or in bed for the most part. Another bout of pneumonia had the doctors guessing and had to keep a special eye on monitoring me and our precious little bundle who decided to arrive a few days late on the 24th of September! A special thank you to everyone who rang or e-mailed well wishes during this time.

I can now finally introduce our sweet 'Savannah'. Who arrived very quickly ( almost on the hospitals front door) weighing a healthy 9lbs 6ozs. Her big sister adores her and she is fitting in beautifully with our little family! We are very blessed with our girls.

Happy Birthday Cass!!

2008-08-17T18:18:00.003+10:00

If only I had managed to make it on time. LOL. Sorry Cass but the thought is still there!

Happy birthday!!

This card uses one of the stamp sets out of the new Mini catty, 'Bloomin' with beauty'. As well as the gorgeous pomegranate satin ribbon. The little bee is popped up on dimensionals and although the photo doesn't show it well there is dazzling diamonds glitter on the bee's wings and the flower centres. I also found the rub-ons a dream to use on the ribbon and the half back pearls just finished the card off nicely. Hope you like it. xx

What a busy Month so far...

2008-08-15T13:46:00.005+10:00

It seems like an eternity since I've been able to sit at my computer and share what's been happening! On the family front, we will be welcoming a new baby in about five weeks ( Give or take) being 8 months pregnant is certainly a challenge with a toddler racing around but I so love it anyway. I've also been sick with Pneumonia but am on the mend now thankfully. One of these days I might actually share a photo of the preggy belly. LOL.

I've also started designing Christmas Cards. Yes! already! The problem I have is if I don't start them early they won't get done. The best bit is , I was able to come up with these six cards in just a few hours. I chose three base colours of cardstock ( Real Red, Old Olive and very vanilla) and the 'Dashing" DSP and the rest was a breeze. I also used my absolute favourite Christmas set from the new Mini Catty.

If you would like a copy of the mini then please post a comment here or send me an email.

Wednesday seems to be a good day for posting...

2008-07-16T15:00:00.003+10:00

All of my creations for the week! The first is an 18th birthday card I made this weekend for a friends' sister. Love the colour combo of Purely Pomegranate, Pretty in Pink and Old Olive. And as always a touch of bling with some Dazzling Diamonds.
The second piccy shows some 40th birthday invites I was asked to make for a friend. They were inspired by a swap card I received from the recent Stampin' Up! Demonstrators convention. Again, jazzed up with bling, ribbon and embossing. ( Matching envelopes were just the finishing touch)
The third card I whipped up while I was feeling inspired after making all those invites! I must admit I am now well and truly in love with the 'So Swirly' jumbo wheel, highlighted with the 'White gel pen'! It adds so much to the card I think! And I always love playing with punches- another favourite, the scallop punch, double punched to create this cute medallion. If you would like any more details please feel free to post a comment here or contact me privately. Take care xx

2008-07-09T14:15:00.002+10:00

Just a quick post today as my beautiful girl is soon to wake from her nap! I made this gorgeous gift box and gift card set ( 3" x 3" cards) for the door prize at one of my workshops recently.

Using my fav stamp set 'Baroque Motifs' and 'Circle of Friendship'. They came together so easily that I almost didn't want to give them away! LOL

The colours I used were our beautiful In Colours, Soft Sky and Blue Bayou with a little Vanilla wide Grosgrain ribbon to finish. You may notice I've also used quite a few circle punches and the Scallop punch. I just love how they nest together so well! If you would like any more details please feel free to post your question here!

Posting frenzy

2008-07-02T13:46:00.004+10:00

I feel as though I'm in a bit of a posting frenzy this week after having had time off blog land while we were unwell with the flu! Scroll down to make sure you haven't missed any of the good stuff and I have a couple of quick cards to show you all as well.

The first is a colour challenge to use: Purely Pomegranate, Wild Wasabi and Certainly Celery. And the second card was made utilising some scraps left lying around my craft desk.

Super Starter Kit Special...

2008-07-02T12:43:00.003+10:00

Have you been thinking lately that you might like to give something new a try but not sure where to start? What about starting your own stamping and papercraft business that is totally risk free?? With Stampin' up! you can!

During the 1st July until 15th August, Stampin' Up! is offering the already awesome Starter Kit at just $299 ( saving $25 off the usual $324) You can view the full details Here.

The kit has components which can be customised to suit your tastes and include everything you need to get started on your way to workshop wonder.

If you decide that workshops aren't for you then you can still just shop for yourself at a discount and be in with all the exciting things that being an Independent Demonstrator with Stampin' Up! has to offer.

Contact me today about joining my team and I will organise an information pack for you to look through and be here for any questions you may have.

Some Masculine cards...

2008-07-01T12:59:00.002+10:00

These are the cards we made for my workshop on Sunday ( Hi Girls!). And we all had a blast! The card uses the 'Lovely as a tree' stamp set which would be awesome as a Chrissy card as well ( *think glitz and dazzling diamonds*) and it was so much fun to make. The original card layout was inspired from another Demo in our team, Linda Higgins.

This full card uses:

Close to cocoa, more mustard, mellow moss and glossy cardstock.

close to cocoa, always artichoke, mellow moss and old olive markers.

Lovely as a tree and Occasional greetings Stamp sets.

Scallop circle punch,hemp twine, jumbo eyelets and the awesome crop-o-dile.

And a selection of DSP from the 'Outlaw' range.

Masculine cards can be so hard to come up with sometimes but I think we all achieved this one nicely!

2008-06-29T10:32:00.002+10:00

These are two cards which I made recently.

The first uses the Brilliant blue designer prints range of double sided paper along with some bashful blue cardstock. I've also used 'Frames with a Flourish' and the level 1 set 'For a Friend' for the centre piece. Some 'dazzling diamonds' finishes the card of nicely I think just around the little cloud bubble! This card was made using a sketch from Splitcoaststampers.

The second card is a gorgeously simply card using some 'certainly celery DSP and wide ribbon', Regal rose cardstock and ink, 'The Garden whimsy' stamp set and Dazzling Diamonds and Rhinestone brads.

Subscriber Only Blog candy...

2008-06-28T13:34:00.003+10:00

One of the benefits of subscribing to my monthly newsletter is the offer of subscriber only give aways and being the first to know what's going on in my world and with Stampin' Up! This month's offer is a sample of In-Colour tags made by me using the gorgeous set 'Tagger's dozen' and our beautiful tag punches and co-ordinating double stitched ribbon.

And the lucky subscriber is Robyn Little who left a comment just a few posts down.

If you would please email me with your contact/ mailing details Robyn I'll pop these into the post for you this week.

Happy 60th Birthday to my Dad!

2008-06-28T11:57:00.003+10:00

I made this card for my dad this week as it was his birthday on Thursday. The big 60! Unfortunately we were all struck down with colds and were in less than partying moods. But we still took him out for dinner and had yummy cake.

I have used: Chocolate chip, Kraft and old olive and Glossy cardstock

Old olive, always artichoke and chocolate chip markers

'weathered' background, 'lovely as a tree' and 'circle of friendship' stamp sets

designer label, 1" circle and 1 1/4" circle punches

and my new 'crop-o-dile' to create the dry embossed circles.

Thanks for looking.

2008-06-11T19:58:00.003+10:00

I will be off line for a couple of days but while I'm gone I thought I would show a piccy my hubby took last month of my beautiful daughter and I at 'our' craft area!

I was working on some swap cards and she was working on whatever she could get her hands on. LOL! Though seriously, she loves craft so we try to do something 'messy' every couple of days at least.

I should be back on track by Saturday! Thanks everyone!

Just a quick congrats...

2008-06-07T21:35:00.002+10:00

To the recipient of the pink baby card in my post just down there. After only 12 minutes in hospital and one push, a healthy baby girl was delivered to our friends and neighbours this morning! ( OK, it must have been hard still work but she laboured at home for about four hours before things really started happening!)

Super congratulations guys. We can't wait to see your new baby girl!

A Quick Love Note...

2008-06-05T12:59:00.000+10:00

This gorgeous little love note took very little time to make beacause they come already scored with cute little envies to match from stampin' up! They are also a part of this month's promotion so make sure you check in later today for all the details! Super cute and great to have some on hand for those times when you just want to send someone a 'little love'.

A Quiet week on the blog front...

2008-05-31T14:22:00.003+10:00

I had great plans for this last week of getting up to date with my blog but fell behind when we all caught colds! Nothing too serious thank goodness and all better now which makes for a much happier household. Nothing worse than a sick hubby and child when all you want to do is curl up in bed.

Anyway, I was able to get a few cards made this week which made it more bearable. So here they are:

The first two were sketch challenges from Split coast stampers which was a lot of fun to try. The 'Celebrate' card, I was trying to do something a bit masculine with DSP and also used some hodgepodge which I love. And the 'welcome' card is for friends of ours who are due any day now and are sure they are having a girl!

If you would like any of the details of these cards please feel free to contact me here and I will post the full list of products used.

More creations as promised...

2008-05-20T13:03:00.002+10:00

These are a few more cards I've been making lately. The wild rose card was made for a workshop with Paulette and the girls on Sunday Arvo and they all did beautifully.

The Baroque Motifs card was such a quick and easy card to put together but it is such a stunning set I really don't think you could go wrong when using it. I also jazzed it up with the scallop circle punch and pretties kit- half pearls.

My first 12 x 12" Scrapbooking!

2008-05-19T14:38:00.004+10:00

I now know why I am a Cardmaker who scrapbooks! When joining Stampin' Up! My initial reason was to get my scrapbooking up to date. ( Or started for that matter!) But fell in love with cards instead. These pages where my fist real attempt at 12 x 12 layouts and I must admit I am really proud of how they turned out.

My fist goal was to only use Stampin' Up! products, ( and I ended up using quite a few of my favourites in there!) and secondly was to show off my beautiful girl. And yes I am totally biased but she just constantly amazes her dad and I! Hope you like them too.

I'm sorry the photography is a bit ordinary but if you click on the photo's you should see them bigger and clearer.

Happy Mother's Day!

2008-05-15T13:07:00.003+10:00

I hope you all had a wonderful day on Sunday either being spoilt by your kids, or spoiling your own mum. I did both and spent a beautiful day on the Central coast with my mum and daughter ( hubby was there as well. Better mention him 'cause he cooked us both breakfast.) And even found time to do some creating as well! Once I've charged the camera batteries some more I'll be able to upload what I've been up to.

My Baby is 2 Today!!

2008-04-30T08:47:00.003+10:00

Just a quick one this morning as we are heading off for a day of play and adventure somewhere. We haven't decided yet! By 8am we had already done the presents and breakfast and got into the serious play with new toys. ( Thank goodness we remembered the batteries and have discovered it is much easier when you set it all up the night before and just wrap over the top. Made for much quicker play time and happier child not waiting for boxes to be opened!)

This is the card I made for my princess. If you would like the details please post me a comment or email me and I will fill you in tonight! Have fun xx

Some Cards for Another Team Swap!

2008-04-28T07:41:00.003+10:00

I know I'm mad after doing swaps for convention then turning around and doing another but I LOVE an excuse to get creative ( and means Hubby can't say much when I tell him they have to be done or else! The housework can wait! LOL)

It's also a fantastic resource when you are able to participate in team swaps, which this one is and a great place to share ideas. If you would like more info about how you can become a part of my team, please get in contact and I will send you out a DVD and info pack to look through.

These cards were made using the absolutely gorgeous In Colours, River Rock and Purely Pomegranate with some Watercolour paper, Basic Black and Very Vanilla thrown in as well.
I was also able to use my level 1 set: Oh, so lovely- Both large circle punches and the delicious Scallop Punch. Add to that some designer paper in Pomegranate and River Rock Double stitched Ribbon and your done! Hope the girls like them!

Two more to show today!

2008-04-22T08:14:00.004+10:00

These cards were also made using mostly new In Colours and new stamp sets. Both of these cards also have some added 'Bling' from the 'Pretties Kit'. They are on their way to two friends of mine ( one is my downline also) whose birthday's are on Wednesday. I hope they like them both.

If you would like more details about either card, please feel free to send me an email or leave a post here and I will post it. Right now I have my gorgeous almost two year old to go play with! Have fun xx

I Love, Love, Love the new In Colours!!

2008-04-22T07:58:00.003+10:00

Ok, So you get the idea?? The new In Colour range has really inspired me this last few days now that I have begun to play with all my new things! I have quite a few cards to make this month so I am trying to do one at least every few days.

This first one to show is for my Brother-in-Law's birthday this weekend. It's always hard coming up with ideas for masculine cards so I scoured the 2008-09 Idea book and catalogue for inspiration. I chose a card on page 70 for the layout and then went from there, changing colours and stamp set used.

For this card I used:

Stamps: Touch of Nature, Happy Everything, It's you Birthday

Cardstock/Inks: Close to Cocoa, Choc Chip, River Rock and Blue Bayou.

Accessories: River Rock Double Stitched Ribbon, Hodgepodge Hardware slide, Scallop Punch and Circle punches and Paper Piercing Tool.

Did you know??

2008-04-20T09:30:00.002+10:00

That Rub-ons are not only for cardstock?? They also work really well on glass, plastic, wood, photo frames, candles and most nonporous surfaces.

I had an extra jar lying around from IKEA so decided to jazz it up a bit using our gorgeous new rub-ons from the "Anchored" set. These come with both a white and black sheet and will give any project that extra flair!

And of course filling the jar with lollies was worth it too!! ( That should read to my hubby... "But honey, we need these lollies for my display ideas!!!)

I also added some of our new Double stitched ribbons in Purely Pomegranate and Groovy Guava Just because I love them! What do you think? Great gift idea?

New Goodies to Play with!!!

2008-04-17T06:56:00.004+10:00

I have to apologise for my lack of posting this last couple of weeks, However we have been busy. As some would know we have just returned from the annual Stampin' Up! Convention (this year was in Brisbane) and it was the most exhausting, exciting and exhilarating two days of Stampin' fun and learning. Not to mention chatting and catching up with demos from all over Australia and participating in all kinds of swaps and getting FREE stamp sets as well!! ( Will photograph them later for you to see!)

Anyway, here is a card I made last night using a new set called 'Fun and Fast Notes' and the new In Colour, 'Purely Pomegranate'. I also used the new 'Double stitched Ribbon', rhinestone brad from the 'Pretties Kit' and an old favourite, 'Crystal effects' and 'dazzling diamonds' on the flower head! Hope you like it!

2008-03-30T12:29:00.004+11:00

I made this card for my Aunt's Birthday and it is now safely on it's way to her. I must admit I really like the way this one turned out. And I was able to use a bit of 'Bling' from my stash of odds and ends for the Buckle. The second photo show the insert which reads 'Someone like you should be celebrated every day!' If you would like any details about this card please feel free to get in contact.

A cute Easter card...

2008-03-27T14:06:00.003+11:00

How sweet is this little card. I received it from one of my downlines, Leah, for Easter. Such a lovely surprise in the mail. She has used the 'Bunny Hugs' stamp set which is only available until the end of the month along with the rest of the Summer mini catty products.

I have also received my New 2008/2009 Idea book and Catalogues. So if you had one pre- ordered then it will be in your hot little hands very soon. If you haven't pre-ordered then there is still time and you will be amongst the first in Australia to see all the gorgeous new goodies we are getting!

A very Happy Easter to everyone!!

2008-03-21T07:52:00.002+11:00

Just a quick one, I hope you all have a wonderful few days with your Families and Friends this Easter. Even if the rain has come out to play ( today looks a bit miserable outside).

I made this quick candle for Easter using the Bunny Hugs stamp set from the current mini which is still available till the end of the month. I think it's very cute if I do say so myself! What are you doing this Easter??

Happy Birthday to my Hubby!!

2008-03-20T13:48:00.002+11:00

It's Hubby's birthday today so I spent some time with my beautiful girl making this card for her daddy. Ok so she ended up getting into all my ribbons instead but the idea was good to begin with. I used the stamps from one of the Sale-A-Bration sets called 'birthday whimsy' which is sadly no longer available but it came together quite easily.

I dont know about you but I often struggle with masculine cards. I've also used some soft subtle brads and the wide Very Vanilla grosgrain ribbon. Colours used are Chocolate Chip, Close to Cocoa and Almost Amethyst.

One Sheet Wonder Technique...

2008-03-04T13:06:00.003+11:00

I made these on Saturday while I had some child free time in the morning. It is such a great way to get started on a stack of cards, all ready just for a sentiment to be stamped on where appropriate. To get you started all you need to do is stamp an A4 sheet of neutral cardstock randomly ( Again I've used Mixed Bouquet) then chop it all up in varying sizes to use how you choose on your card base. To help with ideas there are even templates on Splitcoaststampers!!

The colours I've used are: Regal Rose, Always Artichoke, Rose Red, So Saffron and Confetti White. You can tell I love the Rich Regals!! The only other embellishment used was some silver brads, Stampin' Dimensionals and paper peircing with the mat pack.

If you would like any more info about the One Sheet Wonder or would like to purchase any of these products then please feel free to contact me.

Another crayon resist card...

2008-03-02T13:18:00.004+11:00

I'm trying to get the most use out of this stamp set (mixed bouquet) as even though I've not had it long, it is sadly on the retired list. And it really works for this technique. I made this card while showing one of my downlines the technique and although it's not perfect, I still like it!

If you would like to learn this technique at your workshop then all you have to do is contact me to find out how.

A Card for Zoe...

2008-02-28T15:04:00.003+11:00

I made this card today and it's now on it's way to Cass' daughter Zoe who just had an operation on Monday (check out Cass' blog here for the details.) I hope she's feeling better and at her age there's nothing better than getting something in the mail ( that should read at any age, I know I LOVE getting mail other than bills occasionally!)

I used Pixie Pink Cardstock along with some Certainly celery and Barely Banana. The banana strip has the small flower from 'Time Well Spent' hostess set (next catty) stamped and then embossed with dazzling diamonds. And the larger panel has been stamped onto glossy cardstock for the crayon resist technique. One of my new fav's!! I also added a bit more dazzling diamonds with my 2-way glue pen.

I hope you like it Zoe!!

Retiring Accessories list is up!!

2008-02-26T12:08:00.002+11:00

Below is a list of all the retiring accessories from the current Catty to make way for bigger and better things in April. Some of the products are already gone so please be quick if there is something you really want. Don't forget, I'm offering 10% all retiring stamps, wheels and accessories so contact me today!

Items in Red are sadly already gone and Yellow are low in stock.
Item#
Product Description
105094 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT ACCORDION ASST 4
105093 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT ACCORDION ASST 5
105092 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT ACCORDION ASST 6
105091 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT ACCORDION ASST 7
105101 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT SADDLE STITCH ASST 4
105100 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT SADDLE STITCH ASST 5
105099 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT SADDLE STITCH ASST 6
105098 BOXES & TAGS BOOK KIT SADDLE STITCH ASST 7
106581 BOXES & TAGS PETAL CARD BOLD BRIGHTS & EARTH ELEMENTS
105074 BOXES & TAGS PETAL CARD WHISPER WHITE & VERY VANILLA
105067 BOXES & TAGS POCKETS & PIECES ASST I
105068 BOXES & TAGS POCKETS & PIECES ASST II
108632 BOXES & TAGS TINY TAKEOUT BOLD BRIGHTS & EARTH ELEMENTS
107245 BOXES & TAGS TINY TAKEOUT CONFETTI WHITE & KRAFT
104583 BRADS VINTAGE
108624 CARD STOCK BUCKAROO BLUE A4
108625 CARD STOCK COOL CARIBBEAN A4
108628 CARD STOCK CRANBERRY CRISP
106562 CARD STOCK GOING GRAY A4
106683 CARD STOCK IN COLOR 12X12
108629 CARD STOCK IN COLOR A4
108627 CARD STOCK MARIGOLD MORNING A4
106531 CARD STOCK SAHARA SAND 12X12
108626 CARD STOCK TRUE THYME A4
108623 CARD STOCK VINTAGE VIOLET A4
107231 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL BUCKAROO BLUE
107228 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL CRANBERRY CRISP
107230 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL COOL CARIBBEAN
107227 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL MARIGOLD MORNING
107229 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL TRUE THYME
107232 CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL VINTAGE VIOLET
107225 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD BUCKAROO BLUE
107222 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD CRANBERRY CRISP
107224 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD COOL CARIBBEAN
107221 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD MARIGOLD MORNING
107223 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD TRUE THYME
107226 CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD VINTAGE VIOLET
104302 CORD COPPER
104303 CORD GOLD
104304 CORD SILVER
104328 CRAFT STAMPIN' INK REFILL VERY VANILLA
104308 CRAFT STAMPIN' PAD VERY VANILLA
107405 DESIGNER SERIES FOUR SEASONS
105366 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER CAMBRIDGE 12X12
105365 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER OXFORD
104136 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER POOL PARTY
107295 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RECOLLECTIONS
107062 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SARAH
107308 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY
10413 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SLUMBER PARTY
107406 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER TREEHOUSE
10328 EMBOSSING KIT
104281 ENCORE INK REFILL COPPER
104280 ENCORE PAD COPPER
105317 EYELETS BOLD BRIGHTS II
105315 EYELETS SOFT SUBTLES II
100395 FANCY FIBERS BRIGHTS
100396 FANCY FIBERS EARTHS
100397 FANCY FIBERS NEUTRALS
100393 FANCY FIBERS REGALS
100394 FANCY FIBERS SUBTLES
103321 GIFT SACKS OATMEAL
103890 METAL EDGE TAGS BRASS WHITE CIRCLE
103888 METAL EDGE TAGS BRASS WHITE SQUARE
103894 METAL EDGE TAGS COPPER WHITE CIRCLE
103892 METAL EDGE TAGS COPPER WHITE SQUARE
104184 POST EXTENDERS
103378 PUNCH CORNER ROUNDER SMALL
102686 PUNCH HANDHELD RECTANGLE
104407 PUNCH NOTCHED CORNER
104406 PUNCH PAPER PIECING
104405 PUNCH SQUARE CONVEX
101637 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" APPLE GREEN
102712 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" BLACK
100538RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" BLUEBIRD
105372 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" BURGUNDY
105373 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" CELERY
105374 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" CHOCOLATE
100455 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" CREAM
101666 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" LIGHT ORCHID
101926 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" LIGHT PINK
105378 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" NAVY
102682 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" RED
103064 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" TANGERINE
101156 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" TAUPE
102119 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" TURQUOISE
102819 RIBBON GROSGRAIN 1/4" WHITE
104257 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW GOLD
100589 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW IVORY
103019 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW LIGHT PINK
104256 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW NAVY
104258 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW OLIVE
104253 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW SILVER
101613 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW WHITE
104260 RIBBON ORGANDY NARROW WINE
106807 RIBBON ORIGINALS PREP SCHOOL
106809 RIBBON ORIGINALS RUSTIC RETREAT
106806 RIBBON ORIGINALS SEASIDE
106808 RIBBON ORIGINALS SWEET SHOP
107453 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' ALL THE TRIMMINGS
107456 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' AT HOME
107454 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' OUT & ABOUT
107457 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' PARTY PIECES
107455 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' TICKETS & TOKENS
107460 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN' TODAY & ALWAYS
108509 SIMPLY SENT A WISH FOR YOU
108511 SIMPLY SENT FRIENDSHIP SHAPES
108512 SIMPLY SENT GOOD THINGS
108510 SIMPLY SENT REMEMBERING YOU
105580 SPECTRUM PAD BLUE FROST
101492 SPECTRUM PAD CELEBRATION
105579 SPECTRUM PAD COTTON CANDY
10133 SPECTRUM PAD PUMPKIN PATCH
103953 STAMP-A-MA-JIG IMAGING SHEETS
101460 STAMPIN' AROUND CARTRIDGE & REFILL WHISPER WHITE
103017 STAMPIN' AROUND INK REFILL WHISPER WHITE
101040 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER BLACK DETAIL
100442 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER CLASSY COPPER
101428 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER CLEAR DETAIL
103342 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER GOLD DETAIL
101781 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER SILVER DETAIL
100963 STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER WHITE DETAIL
103174 STAMPIN' PASTELS APPLICATOR REFILL
105543 STAMPIN' PASTELS BOLD BRIGHTS
105544 STAMPIN' PASTELS EARTH ELEMENTS
105547 STAMPIN' PASTELS NEUTRALS
105545 STAMPIN' PASTELS RICH REGALS
105546 STAMPIN' PASTELS SOFT SUBTLES
103648 STAMPIN' STACK
107239 TAG SHEETS CONFETTI WHITE & VERY VANILLA
107240 TAG SHEETS KRAFT
105369 TIMEWORN COLLECTION PAPER HEIRLOOM
105368 TIMEWORN COLLECTION PAPER RUSTIC
105367 TIMEWORN COLLECTION PAPER WEATHERED
105395 WIRE WORKS METALLICS
105812 WRITE ME A MEMORY FONT CD VOL I

2007-2008 Reitring list is Here!!!

2008-02-24T10:54:00.004+11:00

Early too!! Every year in March in preparation for the start of a new catalogue year to begin on April 1st, Stampin' Up! ® release this list. This year we have it early. It's going to be sad to see some old favourites go but exciting to think of the possibilites of what will be to come.

The Items listed below in Red are sadly already gone and the items in Yellow are in limited supply so you need to get in quick to ensure you don't miss out. Don't forget that our In Colour range will also be retiring to make way for six new shades, so stock up on your favourite re-inkers while they are still available.

To celebrate, I will be offering a 10% discount on all retiring stamps, wheels and accessories . Don't forget that this also means you may still qualify for Sale-a-Bration freebies as well when you spend $100 or more before the end of February!! This must be redeemed through me to receive this offer.

Catalogue sets
Item # Product Description
108715 A LITTLE LOVE
108717 A NEW LITTLE SOMEONE
108718 A TO Z ACCENTS
108723 ALL IN A ROW
108724 ALL MIXED UP
108725 ALL NATURAL
108727 ALL THE BEST
108729 ALL WRAPPED UP
108730 ALL WRAPPED UP ACCESSORIES
108731 ALL-YEAR CHEER I
108732 ALL-YEAR CHEER II
108737 ALPHADOT NUMBERS
108735 ALPHADOTS
108736 ANCIENT ASIA
108739 ARTIFACTS
108741 BABY FIRSTS
108745 BECAUSE OF YOU
108749 BEST OF CLUCK
108750 BEYOND THE BASICS
108752 BIRTHDAY BEAUTY
108759 BUGGIES & BOOTIES
108762 BY DEFINITION
108766 CHEESECLOTH
109073 CLASSIC ALPHABET
109074 CLASSIC NUMBERS
108770 COLLAGE ALPHABET
108771 COLLAGE NUMBERS
108773 CROSSHATCH
108775 CUTE AS A BUG
108776 DAY-TO-DAY FLEXIBLE PHRASES
108777 DO THE HULA
108778 DOTTED
108779 DOWN TO BUSINESS
108780 DREAM COME TRUE
108782 ECLECTIC BACKGROUNDS
108783 EPHEMERA
108784 ESPRESSOLY FOR YOU
108788 FARM FEVER
108789 FAVORITE TEDDY BEAR
108808 FINIALS & FRAMES
108810 FLANNEL PLAID
108812 FLOWER FEST
108813 FLOWER FILLED
108815 FONTASTIC
108816 FRENCH SCRIPT
108817 FRESH FILLERS
108818 FRIENDSHIP FLOWERS
108819 FUN FILLED
108821 GIFTS OF JOY
108823 GLAD TIDINGS
108824 GLAM GIRL
108826 GOOD THINGS GROW
108827 GORGEOUS GRAPEVINE
108829 HANDLE WITH CARE
108830 HAPPILY EVER AFTER
108832 HAPPY HEARTS
108833 HEADLINE ALPHABET
108834 HEADLINE NUMBERS
108836 HEBREW HOLIDAYS
108837 HOLIDAY PRINT
108838 HOLIDAY SPIRIT
108843 I DID IT
108845 IN FULL BLOOM
108846 IN THE WILD
108848 IT'S SNOW TIME
108851 KANJI
108852 LABEL CLASSICS
108853 LETTERPRESS ALPHABET
108854 LETTERPRESS NUMBERS
108856 LIFE'S SPECIAL MOMENTS
108858 LITTLE HELLOS
108859 LITTLE HOLIDAY WISHES
108861 LIVELY LEAVES
108867 LOVING HEARTS
108868 MADONNA AND CHILD
108870 MERRY MINIS
108871 MIXED BOUQUET
108872 MON AMI
108873 MONKEY BUSINESS
108876 MUCH LOVE
108878 NEVER-ENDING JOY
108879 NEWSPRINT ALPHABET
108880 NEWSPRINT NUMBERS
108881 NICE & EASY NOTES
108882 NICE & NARROW
108883 OLIVE YOU
108885 ON WALKABOUT
108886 OPEN FOR TRADE
108889 PERENNIAL FAVORITES
108891 PETAL PUSHERS
108892 PLAY BALL
108893 POCKET FUN
108895 PRINT PATTERN
108896 PURE & SIMPLE ALPHABET LOWER
108897 PURE & SIMPLE ALPHABET UPPER
108898 PURE & SIMPLE NUMBERS
108899 QUICK THINKING
108901 RENAISSANCE ANGELS
108903 ROSES IN WINTER
108907 SEASIDE SKETCHES
108908 SEASON BY SEASON
108910 SET SAIL
108911 SIMPLE SAYINGS II
108912 SIMPLE SKETCHES
108914 SIMPLY CIRCLES
108917 SLEIGH FULL OF TOYS
109072 STAMPED FROM THE HEART
108922 STIPPLE CELEBRATIONS
109022 STIPPLE SHELLS
108925 SUPERSIZE SYMBOLS
108926 SWEET & SASSY
108928 SWEET TALK
108933 TERRIFIC TULIPS
108935 TIDY ALPHABET
108936 TIDY NUMBERS
108938 TRADING COLLECTION
108939 TREAT YOURSELF
108940 TRIMTASTIC
108941 TYPESET ALPHABET LOWER
108942 TYPESET ALPHABET UPPER
108943 TYPESET NUMBERS
108947 WATERCOLOR MINIS
108952 WELL-WORN ALPHABET
108953 WELL-WORN NUMBERS
108955 WHIMSICAL ALPHABET LOWER
108956 WHIMSICAL ALPHABET UPPER
108957 WHIMSICAL NUMBERS
108959 WILD HEARTS
108961 WINGED THINGS
108964 WONDERFUL WORDS II
108965 WORD BY WORD
108966 WORLD TOUR
108968 YULE BITS & BORDERS
Hostess Sets
108714 A IS FOR ADORABLE
108743 BASKET FULL OF FUN
108754 BLOOMING WITH HAPPINESS
108758 BOTH WAY BLOSSOMS
108814 FLOWERS FOR A FRIEND
108844 IN ANY EVENT
108865 LOVE IT
108900 REASON TO SMILE
108902 RIVETING
108919 SPRINGTIME STEMS
108932 TERRIFIC TAGS
108946 WARMEST REGARDS
Stampin' Around Wheels
101420 BABY TIME
104070 BLOOMIN'
105951 BOLD SNOWFLAKES*
105750 BOUQUET*
106749 BRIGHT BULBS
105518 BUILDER BITS
107481 BUTTERFLIES & BLOSSOMS
103094 BY THE SEA
103296 CANDY CANE CHRISTMAS
104312 HOT TO DOT
107463 LEAF FEST*
106062 LEAVES AWASH*
102254 LOVE SWIRLS
103543 ONLY ORNAMENTS
101090 PAW TRACKS
107476 ROUGH AROUND THE EDGES*
105448 SIZE IT UP
104160 SQUARE PEGS*
107480 TRUE HEARTS
104893 TWINKLE
103749 WASH DAY*
105033 WINGS & THINGS
* Stampin' Around Jumbo wheels

A Time for hope...

2008-02-09T13:21:00.000+11:00

And a 'Get Well Soon' message. I made this card yesterday to send to my friend and upline Cass for her mum who has just undergone a life saving organ transplant this week. It's is such an emotional time for them so hopefully it will help to know we care and are sending our thoughts and prayers to them at this time.

Happy Birthday Chloe!!

2008-02-07T14:09:00.001+11:00

Our gorgeous little neighbour next door turns One today!! so I wanted to make her a card to go with her present.

I've used a set called 'Favourite Teddy Bear' for the main images and 'Small Sayings' for the sentiment. The number '1' comes from 'Letterpress Numbers'.

I've also added some 'Dazzling Diamonds' to teddy and the '1' just to glam it up abit ( and drew a heart in with my 2-way glue pen and sprinkled glitter on that as well).

The photo doesn't show it up terribly well though.

I don't always get the chance to make cards for friends and family but I do try!! I hope she likes it!

Mixed Bouquet...

2008-02-02T09:05:00.000+11:00

I bought this stamp set for myself for christmas and finally got a chance to play while my beautiful girl had a nap yesterday.

I used a technique called Reverse Masking to create the shaded area and used my Pastels and Sponge Daubers ( I love love these little things!) to blend.

The sentiment is from the set Small Sayings which is in the current mini as is the wide chocolate ribbon. And the brads came out of my Hodgepodge hardware.

It was actually a really quick card to put together and I managed to make it while on the phone to my Mum! ('As Always' my hubby would say)

All Ingredients used are From Stampin' Up!® And available for purchase through me at any time! Take care xx

Friendship Blooms...

2008-01-31T12:44:00.000+11:00

I just love freebies and this stamp set is one you can choose for free when you place an order worth $100 or more during Sale-A-Bration. To make this card I've used Regal Rose cardstock and created the scalloped bottom by using my corner punch with the guard removed.

Then layered with some Close to Cocoa cardstock and the Loves Me designer double sided paper. I've also added some paper peircing and ribbon from the Flirty Ribbon orininals Which is available from the current Mini catalogue.

If you don't already have a copy of these catty's please contact me and I will post them to you this week.

Our First Guest Blogger IS....

2008-01-30T10:22:00.000+11:00

Paulette! Thanks so much for sending me this gorgeous card!

Paulette has used Petal Prints and Sincere Salutations along with some paper piercing.

Don't forget all you have to do is send me your card or email me and I will show off your work here as well. And it's so nice to get mail other than bills every once in a while!

Cake boxes...

2008-01-25T13:02:00.000+11:00

How adorable are these? I made them a while ago, photographed them and managed to show them at a few workshops before my beautiful toddler *Sat* on them. Imagine a cardstock 'Cake' towering high...

Well, I was able to salvage the ribbon at least! They are made using the 'A New Little Someone" stamp set and Pixie Pink cardstock. I have some Dazzling Diamonds on the safety pins on the box using Heat and Stick Powder and Versamark Ink. These would be great for any party as souvenirs filled with lollies or treats and small gifts.

All items used are Stampin' Up!® and are available for purchase through me at any time.

Would you like to see your creations HERE????

2008-01-11T21:28:00.000+11:00

If so then all you need to do is send me your cards or handmade items, 3-d, scrap page etc either by post or email ( saved as an attachment is fine) with a brief description and I will do my best to show it off to the world as my guest blogger!

So come on, what are you waiting for??

Simplicity...

2008-01-10T20:11:00.000+11:00

This is my take on Cass' challenge at today's get together (another benefit of being a demonstrator is the time together to stamp, create and catch up with each other!)Which was a one layer card! My layer being the wide certainly celery ribbon. I've also added some Dazzling Diamonds to the flowers using my 2-way glue pen. This was stamped in Stazon black and watercoloured with crayons and aquapainter. All of which are Stampin'Up! and available through me!

Chocolate, Chocolate everywhere and not a bit to eat!

2008-01-04T10:44:00.000+11:00

So... one of my New Years Resolutions is to cut DOWN (notice I didn't say OUT) Chocolate consumption and lose some weight! So I have to find other ways to get my fix. Thank goodness for Stampin' Up! and 'Chocolate chip', 'close to cocoa' and 'creamy caramel' cardstocks and inks.

These latest cards I made last night. The first uses the 'Carte Postale' set from the Summer Mini catty along with the 'French Script' background stamp and my SU punches to give some definition. This was a card sketch challenge a few weeks ago from one of my favourite site's I go to for inspiration! Splitcoaststampers

And this second card uses a set called 'Long Time Friend' and the 'Wide Very Vanilla Grosgrain Ribbon' along with some Sage Shadow thrown in for good measure. What do you think??

To begin the New Year I will be announcing a new competition so stay tuned for more details.

Happy New Year...

2008-01-02T16:24:00.000+11:00

... and all that Jazz! Well I must admit I'm glad to see the start of a new year. Lots of positive things to look forwards to and a whole new year of exciting adventures with Stampin' Up!

This is quick card I made today while my delightful (Ahem) child was resting (not sleeping as supposed to be!)

I love chocolate chip cardstock at the moment so used an 11x21 cm folded for the base and added some of the gorgeous double sided paper 'Loves Me' with 'Big Blooms' stamp set and 'Wide Very Vanilla Ribbon' all available from the Summer Mini Catty. For a bit of glitz I added some dazzling diamonds with my 2 way glue pen. And the word 'Wonderful' from the stamp set 'Warm words'.

Don't forget with all orders over $100 from now till the end of February you can earn FREE stamp sets from the Sale-A-Bration Catty.

Sale-A-Bration..

2007-12-30T10:39:00.000+11:00

Is just around the corner. What an exciting time of year. Just when you thought you could party no more, Stampin' Up! go and offer the best promotion EVER!!

This is one of the gorgeous sets called 'Birthday Whimsy'
I can't wait to have a play with this hopefully this evening!!

From the 1st January- 29th February 2008, you can earn FREE stamp sets from our exclusive Sale-a-Bration catalogue when you place a $100 order, host a workshop or by Joining my team as a Demonstrator. Once this promotion ends these stamp sets will never be available again. All the details are in the brochure, which also has some gorgeous new samples showcased as well!

If you would like your own copy please email me and I will put one in the post for you this week!

While I'm on the subject of specials, Stampin' Up! in conjunction with Australian Scrapbooking Creations magazine are offering the chance to purchase the Starter Kit at a further 10% off the already amazing value. This offer is only available till the 12th January so you need to be quick but this also means you will be entitled to Sale-A-Bration benefits as well and receive a free stamp set of your choice from the main catalogue. This means a massive saving of about $375 off the kits value.

Please don't hesitate to contact me for an obligation free info pack (I will express post) and I will answer any questions you may have about Stampin' Up!

Last piece of Christmas...

2007-12-29T12:35:00.000+11:00

This is the last thing I wanted to show you for Christmas. If you were at the Penrith Paper Crafts Festival in November you may have seen me demonstrating these cute little gift cards.

( some of you lucky few may have received one from me then as well!).

They were super quick to make using a technique called 'Reverse Masking'.

All i did was create a circle mask using my round tab punch and then using 'pastels' and sponge daubers, coloured inside the clear area. Then with mask in place I stamped my 'hung up on the holidays' stamps, lift the mask and voila! A bit of 'dazzling diamonds' to finish and they're done. The best bit is I only used the one colour for the whole thing! Even the cardstock! This one is 'Ballet Blue'

Merry Christmas...

2007-12-23T17:02:00.000+11:00

Hope you all have a wonderful, safe and Merry Christmas from my family to yours!!

Double pocket tote...

2007-12-21T16:26:00.000+11:00

I made this adorable little double pocket tote bag using the Holiday Thyme paper which is sadly no longer available. It was a super quick project that would be a great gift with some small note cards or treats stuffed into the pockets.

It also uses the star from 'on board accents' chipboard and the 'celebrate' from the stamp set 'Lexicon of love', Gold cord, Twill tape and gold Brads.

2007-12-11T22:57:00.000+11:00

December Madness Offer...

Still need to get a few gifts for loved ones or even yourself in time for Christmas??

Place and order with me no later than 6pm 15Th December and you will I will throw in postage and handling costs on me! That's right ... free!
Place an order worth $100 or more and receive a free Classic ink pad of your choice on me as well!!
Place $200 and get two etc...

This offer is only available until Thursday, 15Th December.

Don't forget this is also the last chance to acquire the beautiful Holiday Thyme Double-sided Papers @ $14.95 they're a bargain!!

Hail, Hail...

2007-12-09T21:45:00.001+11:00

Here are the photos as promised. These were taken about half an hour after the main storm passed and had already begun to melt.

I hope everyone has stayed safe and sound. Thank God for insurance!!

A bit of Scrapbooking...

2007-12-09T15:21:00.000+11:00

So I'm not usually a scrapbooker but love to give it a go now and then. These are two 6x6 layouts I've been working on this morning and I must say I'm quite happy with how they turned out. The first one simply uses the ingredients from the Simply Scrappin Kits- All the trimmings. and the second is another using my new stamp set- Time well spent.

This second page uses a LOT of pink but it figure that's OK because my daughter is a very girly- girl. And she just looks adorable in pink.

As I type this a Hail storm has just hit Sydney. Will post the photos later. Bigger than I've ever seen and my first ever brand new car has just copped it big time!!!

Challenges Galore...

2007-12-06T15:23:00.000+11:00

This is a card I made for a colour challenge that Madonna hosted for the team I'm a part of 'The Elite Stampers'.

Using "Tempting Turquoise, Green Galore, Rose Red, Orchid Opulence, Very Vanilla or Blush Blossom up to you"

I wanted to change the fold of the card and use my spiral punch finally! I also used the tag punch to do both ends of my 'Friends' Tag.

click on the picture for a larger view

Ive also used:

Time well spent (2008 hostess set)

watercolour wonder crayons and aqua painter

buttons (rich regals)

hemp twine

and glue dots- mini and pop-up

wide very vanilla grosgrain ribbon

All items are Stampin' Up! and are available through me simply by contacting me here.

Time well spent...

2007-12-05T18:19:00.000+11:00

Remember during the promotion for the stamp set 'All in the Family', I mentioned what an amazing company Stampin' Up!® is?? Well, today they proved it once again. As a thank you to us as demonstrators we all received this stamp set for free from Shelli, the founder of Stampin' Up! (Can you tell I'm excited, it only arrived this morning and has already had a workout!)

If you would like more information about the benefits of being a part of this awsome family then please contact me for an obligation free info pack.

P.S. On the quiet, this set will be featured in next years catty as a hostess set!

This card uses:

Regal Rose, Apricot Appeal and Certainly Celery cardstock

Waterclour Paper

Water colour Wonder Crayons in Rich Regals and Aquapainter

Rich Regals Brads

'Time well spent' and 'Much Appreciated' stamp sets

Wide Certainly Celery Grosgrain Ribbon ( summer mini) and the white gel pen.

New Summer Mini...

2007-12-04T12:31:00.000+11:00

Is now online!! This year's Summer mini catalogue is jam packed with beautiful new stamps and accessories. Did I mention how gorgeous the papers are?? They are beautiful so I bought them all!! LOL

If not not satisfied just looking online, Drop me an e-mail or contact me so I can pop one in the post for you.

There's still time to buy your Christmas gifts for loved ones or if you would like to spoil yourself, there is something for everyone!!

Just a reminder that the Holiday Thyme papers are only available until the 15th December!!!

This latest picture is using the new 'Enchante' papers which I am totally in love with. These papers also co-ordinate beautifully with the 'Carte Postale', 'leaves a la Carte' wheel, and 'French Flair' Background stamps!

Accordion book in a box just ready to be embellished!!!

All in the Family...

2007-11-29T22:29:00.000+11:00

We are almost at the end of a few specials for the Month, so this is your last chance to get them.
The Spring Mini Catalogue is coming to an end on the 30th (tomorrow), if there was anything that you wanted, you had best be quick.
All in the Family disappears until April. Don't forget this is the fundraiser for Dave Abbott’s family. So far over 4000 sets have been sold worldwide. All proceeds are going direct to Dave’s family.
The Holiday Thyme papers are still available but only until the 15th of December. These have been my saving grace for beautiful quick Chrissy cards and I dare say I will have to stock up on some more before they are gone for good!!

Speaking of Christmas papers and All in the family...

Here is my latest card combining the two. I wanted the hands to be holding the greeting but since there is only the three of us, we could only hold 'merry'.

I've used:

All in the Family stamp set ( limited release)

Holiday Thyme double sided papers ( limited release)

whimsical lower alphabet

corner rounder

Slit punch

Large oval punch

rich regal buttons and gold cord

all of which are available from Stampin' Up!® and available for purchase through me.

Gorgeous Paper Bows...

2007-11-27T15:43:00.000+11:00

Who would have thought a few strips of paper could make something so cute. These paper bows were the result of a recent tutorial on one of my fav sites, splitcoaststampers. You can view the tute here. I'll never buy another ribbon bow again! These are so easy and fun!

I've used some of Stampin' Up!® double sided designer series papers for these, 'Loves me' a sneak peak of the new Summer Mini and the 'Holiday Thyme' which is only available until December 15 so don't miss out!

A New Little Someone...

2007-11-22T12:53:00.000+11:00

One of our best friends, Allison,Peter and their daughter Erica have just announced the safe arrival of a second daughter named Renee! ( Erica and my daughter are the best of friends already!)

This gave me the perfect excuse to play with some of the new products from the ( Not yet released) Summer Mini Catty! So a sneak peak if you like!

I've used:
A new Little someone stamp set
Watercolour paper
stazon ink
Pretty in pink/chocolate chip cardstock
'Loves me' Designer series D/S paper
'Flirty' Ribbon Originals
and pop up glue dots.

I've also used 'sweet heart' from the set, Bundle of Joy which retires at the end of november!

New Swap cards...

2007-11-20T07:39:00.000+11:00

I love swaps!!! These just arrived in my letterbox from a swap I participated in with my upline Cass. These are a great way to get new cards and ideas and see stamps you may not have or seen!

a Short Absence...

2007-11-12T14:03:00.000+11:00

I'm sorry for the delay in posting pictures about the recent papercrafts festival. Unfortunately a family member has recently passed away and it has left us a little shaken. Please come and check in again and I hope you will all understand.

Penrith Papercrafts Festival...

2007-11-02T06:50:00.000+11:00

Starts TODAY!! Come and say Hi to myself and some of the girls from our team! We'll be there for the whole three days with great make and takes as well as some awesome demonstrations running every hour as well. There is also the chance to win some amazing lucky door prizes throughout the show so be sure to get an entry in.

Here’s the details:
Penrith Papercrafts Festival November 2nd, 3rd & 4th 2007 Penrith Panthers Mulgoa Rd, Penrith
The show will be open from 10:00am each day and will close at 5:00pm on Friday and Saturday and at 4:00pm on Sunday.
Entry is $10 for adults and children under 12 years of age can enter the show for free.

Just in Thyme...

2007-11-01T11:18:00.000+11:00

Some of you know that I have a complete paper fetish, hoards and hoards of the stuff stashed in various cupboards and boxes ready for that perfect project! But i fall in love with it and then don't want to chop it up!!

Well, Stampin' Up! has given me another reason to get more! Check out these gorgeous new double-sided Designer series papers which are now available until 15th December. They would perfectly co-oridinate with so many projects one just won't be enough! These papers are great value at $14.95 ($16.95 value plus postage), for Twelve sheets, 2 each of six designs.

Contact me today to find out more!

All in the Family...

2007-11-01T11:00:00.000+11:00

Some of you or may not know that the General Manager of Stampin' Up!® Australia, David Abbott, recently passed away from a rare blood disease. It was a sad time as many of the Elite team knew him personally not to mention the fact that he leaves behind a Wife and three young children.

To honor Dave , Stampin' Up! will be releasing the stamp set 'All in the Family' for November only and all proceeds from the sale will be used to set up a fund to help the family. You can view the colour flyer here or contact me to find out about my special offer for this set!

"To Love what we do and share what we love,

as we help others enjoy creativity

and worthwhile accomplishments...

In this we make a difference!"

Stampin' Up! Statement of the Heart

A new technique to try...

2007-10-29T20:13:00.000+11:00

After seeing these girls try this here and here I thought I would have a go and what an amazingly quick and effective technique! Bear in mind I attempted these at 10 pm on Friday night so the colouring is probably not as it could be!

Let me know what you think?

The sets I've used are:

Scribble this, Heartspeak and

A new Little Someone.
All of which are available through me simply by contacting me Here.

As Promised..

2007-10-29T20:01:00.000+11:00

some new photos! These are the gorgeously simple cards we made for the christmas stamp-a-stack on saturday. The girls did such an amzing job and It was such alot of fun!

To find out more please contact me Here or leave a comment.

Having withdrawls already...

2007-10-28T21:28:00.000+11:00

Well It's almost been a whole week without a post and I must admit I have been really busy! I hope you will forgive me! Tomorrow I will have some photos of the cards we made at a Christmas stamp-a-stack on Saturday. And for those of you coming on the 9Th November, Don't look because you'll be making them too! It was an amazing afternoon with some really lovely girls. I hope they had as much fun as I did!

Tonight's Hostess Gift...

2007-10-22T16:27:00.000+10:00

This is a hostess gift I made for a workshop tonight. It's a gorgeous little tote bag that looks so adorable when filled with cards or treats.

I hope you like it Maryse!

I've used: Scribble wheel, black catridge, and Stampin' write markers to colour

Sage Shadow and Lavender Lace cardstock and sticky strip to adhere.

Please contact me Here if you would like to purchase any of these products!

Just adding, I like to do something different for each of my hostess' who hold a workshop so you never know what I may do next!

A new card to show...

2007-10-18T11:38:00.000+10:00

I spent the evening last night having a play with a stamp set I haven't used yet and found this layout from Beate's blog that I just had to try. (you need to scroll down to 'simple birthday') I've kept mine simple but still like to result. You can't see but I've also used the paper piercing tool to pierce holes to line both top and bottom of the regal rose strip.

I've used: Mellow moss, so saffron and regal rose cardstock
Touch of nature and Warm words stamp sets
corner rounder punch, Ivory Organdy ribbon,
Paper piercing tool ( from crafters' tool kit) and
Watercolour wonder crayons and aquapainter and lastly
Crystal effects ove the flower head to make it shine.

If you would like any more information about the products I've used please contact me here or leave a comment!

Stalk that Postie Girls...

2007-10-17T16:14:00.000+10:00

For the girls who posted a comment for my Christmas Embellishment Blog Candy, look out. Here is what you will be getting! ( plus a sponge dauber, it rolled off before I took the photo then my camera battery died!)

I hope you enjoy and make sure to tell everyone to get in early next time so they too can enjoy some free stuff.
For more information about any of the products you see her please contact me here or leave a comment on this blog.

All products from Stampin' Up!®:
Assorted A5 cardstock, 6 x6 Designer series paper sample, Tag candy, Hodgepodge hardware sample, sponge dauber, Burgundy grosgrain, gold cord, small stamp and technique booklet!

Christmas embellishment blog candy..

2007-10-12T15:42:00.000+10:00

You never know what you may find in there but the first five peole who post me a comment on here, will!! Those who receive my newsletter are the first to know what's happening so make sure to subscribe today!

Jayne you are lucky #1

Sorry girls this only available if you aren't already part of our Stampin' UP!® family and you must be in Australia or the postage will kill me! LOL!

Little boxes, Little boxes...

2007-10-10T10:53:00.000+10:00

One of the benefits of being a demonstrator with Stampin' Up!® is the amazing support from both the company and your team and uplines. One of my uplines Jayne hosted a cyberstamp this week and this is the result of challenge 1.

These gorgeous Boxes were so easy to make and alot of fun too! I must admit though I am Paper addicted and tend to not use these gorgeous papers often as they are so pretty I hate to cut them. Must learn to be more ruthless because I love the end result!

I've used Petals and Paisleys Designer series double-sided paper ( try saying that fast!), More mustard cardstock, certainley celery ribbon, 'hello' from Tagger's dozen and my tag punch to co-ordinate. Let me know what you think!

2007-10-07T06:22:00.000+10:00

Ever wish your man was more creative? Want to see a 'real' man make a greeting card? Check out this link (Thanks for finding it Alisa!) and get ready for a good laugh!

Spring Is In The Air Promotion...

2007-10-05T15:49:00.000+10:00

Who doesn't love free stuff at the start of the new season?? Well any time really?? This month's promotion sure won't disappoint! Simply purchase the 'Looks like Spring' stamp set and co-ordinating Punch 'Spring bouquet flower' and receive the (again co-ordinating!) Spring Showers OR Spring Flowers designer series double-sided paper FREE!! That's a saving of $16.95.

You can View them Here or contact me to see them for yourself!

2007-10-04T14:46:00.000+10:00

My postie must really love coming to my place. Something new all the time! My most recent delivery was some cards from a Christmas card swap from within the team I am a part of 'The Elite Stampers'.

They are from Top: L-R,
Lisa,Madonna, and yours truely

Bottom:

Wendy,Janet, and Holly.

Thanks girls, some really great ideas there.

World Card Making Day...

2007-09-30T08:02:00.000+10:00

...Is right around the corner. On Staurday 6th October. What a great excuse (I mean chance) to get creative and make something for someone special. Or just to get started on those christmas cards we always leave till last minute!

To celebrate Stampin' Up! ® are offering a huge 20% off their Simply Sent Kits. These can be viewed Here on page 19 &20 of the online catty and are available between 4-8th October at the discounted price! These would make an ideal gift for someone as well. And contain everything you need to get started in cardmaking. Or just treat yourself.

I will also be hosting a cardmaking morning on the 6th October for those in Sydney. Cost will be $15 and will cover all materials for the morning, lucky door prizes and some yummy morning tea as well! You can contact me here as booking are essential.

Woo Hoo!!

2007-09-07T19:00:00.000+10:00

Ok so I'm here. Well Almost! Now what?? Well my guess is to take things slowly while I work out how to navigate around a blog. My hope is to share with you what has been happening within my crafty little world and hopefully share a few ideas and things I've learnt along the way!