The Journey June 17, 2013

In May I took a trip with my parents and brother to Germany last month and I’m working on documenting our trip using My Digital Studio.  I kept notes in a journal, and kept brochures and tickets, etc from the trip.  I started working on it while I was on the trip but didn’t get anywhere close to what I thought done.  Partially because some days I was tired and ready for bed when I got back in the evening and partially because we did so much!  I thought I would share some of the pages with you this week.

I decided to use one of the Stampin’ Up! Digital Templates for this book – and since I knew I would have lots of pictures I choose one that used lots of pictures on each page – The Best Year Photobook Template.  The template is set up to have a two page spread for each month of the year.  It looks like this -

Mine is a layout for each day/activity – this first layout is from our journey over the ocean – our flights – from Atlanta to Amsterdam and then on to Berlin – and our arrival.

This is the left page and I kept the layout pretty much the same – but I changed the top left section to reflect our trip rather than the month of the year.  The strip at the bottom has the exact date and in the top corner – I was adding modes of transportation that we took that day.   On some I changed the paper fill in the punch.

For the right page I changed a few of the decorative pages to photo boxes.  In most cases I removed any embellishments that were over-layed on the photo boxes.

The trip there was long and I didn’t get much sleep on the flight and basically at the time we were arriving was the time I would have been going to bed at home.  So I was a very tired traveler once we arrived.

I hope you can see how the templates are flexible and you don’t need to use the as they were designed.  In fact – the original template is actually a 12″ x 12″ photobook and I converted it to an 8″ x 8″ book for my project.  I’ll be printing 4 of them when I’m done.  One for my parents, one for my brother, one for my Uncle, and one for myself.

Thanks for stopping by today.

Swaps from my team meeting June 14, 2013

These are the swaps from the team meeting I had last weekend.  So any great ideas from my downline, adopted downline and sidelines – I love getting together with all of these ladies!  Lots of new products are featured!  I’m going to list with each caption the new products that were used on the card.

Anne’s swap – new In-Colors

 

Cindy’s swap – Gingham Garden Designer Paper, Really Good Greetings stamp set

 

Diane’s swap – Flower Shop stamp set, Pansy Punch, Deco Labels Framelits, Bermuda Bay

 

 

Laree’s swap – Mosaic Madness stamp set, Mosaic punch, Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder, also some new colors

 

 

Leishman’s swap – Mosaic Madness embossing folder, Simply Pressed Clay and molds

 

Lisa’s swap – Gingham Garden designer paper, Simply pressed clay and molds, Banner Greetings stamp set

 

Sue’s swap – Epic Day This & That Designer paper – this one is a fancy fold – the front square tucks under the rose to hold it shut

 

Monika’s swap – Banner Greetings stamp set, Epic Day This & That Washi tape

I hope that holds you for a few days for some creative ideas.

Have a great weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

More Mosaic Madness June 12, 2013

I think I’m going to learn how to spell Mosaic very quickly!  I’m tired of the little red line telling me I spelled it wrong – I want to reverse the a and the i.  Well I think I have it figured it out now.

Here is another Mosaic Madness card for you.  I created this one for a swap with the GoDiva’s group.  I received many wonderful cards in this swap and had a bunch on display at my open house.  I really like the way this card turned out with the clear panel in the front.  And I also decorated the inside too.  I stamped and punched a ton of those little mosaic pieces!

• the card base is Strawberry Slush – one of the new In-Colors – the front is cut – the bottom edge is 1-1/2″ and the top section is 2-3/4″ – the strip I cut out is now sitting on my table waiting for something to be done with (I have a big stack)
• the top panel was stamped with the long strip image
• the bottom panel was stamped with VersaMark ink and “thank you” from Lovely & Lacey stamp set – then embossed with Pool Party embossing Powder.
• I used a piece of the printed clear window sheet from the Quatrefancy Specialty Designer series paper.  My card is actually only 4″ wide (instead of 4-1/4) so that I could maximize my window sheet.  Attach to the top panel first – then close the card and position the bottom panel so that it is even with the bottom of the card back and attach it to the bottom end of the window sheet (I hope that made sense)
• Stamp the mosaic pieces – Pool Party and Daffodil Delight  – for the front and the inside of the card – and punch out – that’s 8 total pieces per card.
• Tie a piece of Whisper White Baker’s twine around the front of the card and tie in a bow.
• Attach the mosaic pieces to the front of the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.  Then attach to the inside of the card in the same spots.
• Finally I added a Whisper White piece to the inside bottom panel of the card.

I hope you like it!

Mosaic Madness – Christmas in June! June 11, 2013

Christmas in June!

So when I look at the Mosaic Madness stamp set I see some Christmas ornaments in there.  All I needed to do was use colors that are for Christmas and then I can make Christmas cards in June or July.  When we first got our glimpse of the new annual Stampin’ Up! catalog the big thing that was missing was the section for Holiday stamp sets.  Oh no!  But don’t despair they are coming in their very own Holiday catalog – it will be here soon – ordering starts August 1st.  So if you can’t wait until August to start Christmas cards then use this idea and start in July (or in June).

The card layout idea came from another demo – I found it on pinterest and saw it also on Stampin’ Connection (a site for demonstrators).  I wanted Christmas colors so I chose Gumball Green, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla and Crumb Cake.

• card base is crumb cake
• on the Very Vanilla layer stamp the banner image (not sure what to call it) using Crumb Cake ink near the bottom, near the top punch out a Mosaic shape – then layer the Very Vanilla on Gumball Green which will show through the punched out area
• on a small Very Vanilla layer use the Big Shot to emboss with the Mosaic Madness embossing folder, punch out one section with the Mosaic punch and layer on a piece of Cherry Cobbler which will show through
• add the Cherry Cobbler layer onto the Gumball Green layer.
• tie Cherry Cobbler Baker’s Twine around the layers and tie in a bow.
• add the layers to the card front
• stamp the images in Gumball Green and Cherry Cobbler and punch out with Mosaic punch and 3/4″ circle punch – add to the front of the card with dimensionals
• add Rhinestones to the ornaments

I didn’t actually add a greeting to this card but you could add one at the bottom and/or the inside.  This was the Make&Take project at my team meeting on Saturday night.  I really like the negative/positive aspect that you can create with all these coordinating products in this Mosaic collection.

Come back for more Mosaic Madness – once you get started its hard to stop using this collection.

Mosaic Madness – Fast Friends June 10, 2013

Well apparently I took a few days off from posting to my blog.  I didn’t actually mean to do that.

So this week I thought I would share some Mosaic Madness with you.  The Mosaic Madness stamp set and the Mosaic punch are becoming fast friends when it comes to making these cards – they fit perfectly together.  And in case you missed it in the catalog – these two are offered as a Bundle and that means you get to save 15% when you order them together.  There are lots of bundles through out the catalog – so keep your eyes out for them.

It does become a bit of a problem though when you go to do a class at someone’s house and you forget to bring the punch!  Yikes!  I didn’t mean to do that either.  But we made do.  The stamp set is equally good friends with the Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder!

 

Here is the card featuring all the new In-Colors.

• The base is Baked Brown Sugar.
• A layer of Whisper White embossed with the Big Shot and the Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder.
• The stamped images are Strawberry Slush, Coastal Cabana, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pistachio Pudding and Baked Brown Sugar.  All from Mosaic Madness and punched with the Mosaic punch.  The are popped up on Stampin’ Dimensionals.
• The greeting is from Petite Pairs – which is on sale 25% off this month!!
• I tied some Linen Thread around to finish it off.

I was really happy with the way this card turned out and that I was able to include all of the new In-Colors on it.  I attached the punched out pieces to the embossed layer and then trimmed those that hung over the edge prior to attaching it to the card base.

So in case your wondering what we did without the punch – we stamped the images directly on the embossed layer.  Not quite the same dimension but still a great card.  I didn’t keep one to show you though.

I have more to share using these Mosaic Madness items so be sure to come back throughout the week.

Q&A – How can I capture all of our family summer fun? June 5, 2013

Summer Scrapbooking

	Q&AQ: How can I capture all of our family summer fun? A: Some of us like camping, some like the beach, and others prefer a luxury hotel and room service. Scrapbooking is kind of the same. We all have different likes and needs. The great thing is that Stampin’ Up! has a solution for us all, even you! Check out the options and see which one fits you and your family best. Quick & Informal This and That Journals are perfect if you want to capture your memories on the go. They are designed so you can add thoughts, photos, brochures, tickets, and other tidbits as you go. Pack a small bag with a Stampin’ Write Marker or two, your This and That Journal, Remember This and That Rotary Stamp, coordinating Designer Stickers, and Washi Tape, and you’ll have everything you need! Since you can add thoughts and memories right away, you can return from a getaway with your journal complete and ready to share! Since it’s informal, you’ll cherish having other family members jot down some of their thoughts and favorite moments to share, too. Digital Diva My Digital Studio is perfect for our digital world. You take your digital photos (lots of them!), download them to your computer, and then create! No need to print and crop. For the quickest results, just add your photos into any one of our many gorgeous artist-designed photobook templates. Customize it with your journaling and you are done. Even with our great templates you are in control. Add, move, or delete any of the elements as you wish. Have more time and want more customization? Simply make your own photobook using your favorite papers, stamps, and embellishments. You’ll be impressed with the quality and pricing of our print services. One of the often overlooked features of digital crafting is that it is easy to replicate. Need more copies of a photobook as a gift? No problem. The dog ate your photobook or your kids spilled red punch on it – no worries. You can reprint your projects anytime! Photobooks, journals, calendars, and more await your digital creativity! Give Me a Year Calendar scrapbooking is a great solution if you want to share a highlight of memories from the year. You can quickly pick one (or a few) favorite pictures from each month. Add them to the calendar page for that month and you’ll have a collection of photos that gives a great overview of your year and family memories. Calendars can be created traditionally or with My Digital Studio. Using My Digital Studio, you have the choice of artist-designed calendar templates, complete customization, or somewhere in-between. These calendars are useful, you can enjoy them each day, and they make fantastic gifts that your family and friends will look forward to receiving each year!   Traditional Rules The world of traditional scrapbooking hasn’t changed – only grown! Maybe you love the hands-on approach of cropping photos, layering papers, and handwritten journaling combined to create scrapbooks that honor and share your special memories. If so, don’t worry, you can still use our great quality, archival, acid- and lignin-free Designer Series Paper and card stock to make your 12” x 12”, 8-1/2” x 11”, 8” x 8”, 6” x 6”, or other size scrapbooks. Create beautiful backgrounds with Stampin’ Around Wheels, create titles in any color with alphabet stamps, journal with coordinating Stampin’ Write Markers, add character with stamps, and finish it all off with the perfect embellishments. These scrapbooks become cherished works of art full of the love with which they were made. Enjoy the Journey However you decide to scrapbook, enjoy the journey! Set time aside on a weekly or monthly basis so you can scrapbook the memories while they are fresh. Contact me today with questions. If you are thinking of becoming a Digital Diva, get our free 30-day trial of My Digital Studio here. Let me help you get started!
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New Catalog Ribbon Shares June 4, 2013

June 2013 Ribbon Shares

Ribbon shares are a great way to get some of all the new ribbons without having to purchase fulls rolls of each color.  Share the roll and share the cost.  See the details below.

3/8” Ruffle Stretch Ribbon – In-Colors

Flirty, stretchy, fun! One edge has ruffles, the other has stretchy elastic.

Baked Brown Sugar

Coastal Cabana

Crisp Cantaloupe

Pistachio Pudding

Strawberry Slush

Apprx. 2 yards of each color ribbon

Plus: In-Color Boutique Details – 1 in each color

Share price $13 to pick up at my house

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3/4” Chevron Ribbon

Trendy must-have! Adorable twill with chevron design. Whisper White accent woven through.

Basic Black

Blushing Bride

Calypso Coral

Cherry Cobbler

Chocolate Chip

Crushed Curry

Island Indigo

Marina Mist

Pear Pizzazz

Smoky Slate

Pumpkin Pie

Wisteria Wonder

Apprx. 2 yards of each color ribbon

Share price $25 to pick up at my house

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New Ribbons for 2013-2014

Soft Sky Seam Binding                                        

Pear Pizzazz 3/8” Taffeta

Blushing Bride ¼” Stitched Grosgrain             

Bermuda Bay and Melon Mambo 1/8” Taffeta

Blue 3/8” Denim Jean Ribbon

 Approx. 2 yards of each color ribbon

Share price $9 to pick up at my house

Payments due to me by June 14th.  I’ll be placing the orders the next day.  If you need the share(s) mailed to you there will be a shipping charge also.

Contact me if you would like to participate.

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