Bloomin' Marvelous Candy Treat

     Valentine's Day is next week.  Can you believe that?  I still have 50 some treats to make for my boys' classroom parties next Thursday.  I guess I really need to get to work :O)

     Are you looking for a treat that isn't all hearts, roses, and frilly?  Are you looking for something different, yet beautiful?  Well how about this idea?

front view

back view

     I got the idea for this cute little treat from Dawn Olchefske.  I did change the holder - I used only one cut-out of the Two Tags die, where she used two.  I also changed up the colors.  I used my color coach to pick the colors.  I just LOVE this color combo!

   This was such a quick and simple project to make.  I made 10 in no time at all.  You can change the sentiment on the back.  I just choose one from the Bloomin' Marvelous SAB set.

RECIPE

CARD STOCK:  Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla, & Pink Pirouette

INKS:  Sahara Sand, Bravo Burgundy, & Pink Pirouette

STAMPS:  Bloomin' Marvelous (2013 SAB set)

TOOLS:  Big Shot, Two Tags Die, Elegant Butterfly Punch, Bitty Butterfly Punch, Victoria Crochet Trim Ribbon, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, & Glue Dots

CANDY:  Hershey's Mini chocolate bar

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Sale-A-Bration (SAB) is in full swing!  For every $50 you spend (not including tax/ship), choose a FREE SAB item of your choice - see flyer below.  Choose the Bloomin' Marvelous stamp set I used to make the really cute candy treat above.

Happy Saturday!

Angry Birds - Stampin' Up! Style

     I don't know about your house, but in my house Angry Birds is HUGE!  It's also big with a bunch of my friends.  Who knew that grown adults would love this game as much as kids?

     I received the tag below from a dear demonstrator friend, Bonnie Fields.

     She used the Two Tags Big Shot die, the 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, and a few other various punches to create her Angry Bird.

     Her tag was what got me going on making my card.  I actually CASEd my card from Maria Cameron.  I basically copied her card completely - yet I did have Bonnie's tag in hand to use a reference.  So you can say I used both to create my card.

     This card passed the kid test for authenticity, so I know it's a good one.  I gave this card to a co-worker.  He loved it, as well as all the kids who saw it.  I LOVE when my cards cause people to smile and say, "You made that?"  I live to hear that every time I give a card or project I make.  It's my fuel to keep creating.

RECIPE

CARD STOCK:  Old Olive, Real Red, Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, & Crumb Cake


INK:  Bashful Blue, Old Olive, & Versa Mark


STAMPS:  Woodgrain background stamp & Happiest Birthday Wishes (retired)


TOOLS:  Whisper White Embossing Powder, Hemp Twine (retired), Dimensionals, & Stamping Sponges

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     I hope you think my Angry Bird looks like the real bird.  I made him twice before I was happy with him, yet I'm still not happy with his tail.  But of course, that is for the next time I make this card.

Happy Saturday!

Happy Birthday (to Mom)!

     In honor of my mom's birthday, I've decided to post this birthday card.  This is not her birthday card (that one will be reviled after she opens it).  I CASEd it from Mary Brown.  I switched up the colors a little bit, but it's her design.  Though I really like the design, I'm not 100% happy with this card.

RECIPE:

CARD STOCK:  Pretty In Pink,  Rose Red, Baja Breeze,  Whisper White, & Red Glimmer Paper


INK:  Pretty In Pink, Baja Breeze,  & Rose Red


STAMPS:  Create A Cupcake


TOOLS:  Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Two-Tags Die,  3/8" Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Build A Cupcake Punch, 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, Ticket Corner Punch

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     Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Monday!

Stampin' UP! workshop bookmark

     Mehgna's workshop was this afternoon.  I need to thank Meghan for a very fun afternoon.  She had 7 guests and ended up with a GREAT workshop total.  She ended up earning a lot on nice products for FREE!

     As promised, here is the bookmark everyone made today.  It was a super simple and quick project.  This makes a really nice gift to add to any gift you give this holiday season.

RECIPE:

CARD STOCK:  Real Red & Whisper White

STAMPS:  Punch Pals

INKS:  Real Red, Always Artichoke, & VersaMark

TOOLS:  1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, Two Tags bigz Die

     Tune in on Monday for the Cyber Monday deals Stampin' UP! will be offering.  You definitely do not want to miss any of these excellent deals.

Happy Saturday!

Valentine's Day!

It's only 28 days away!

Are you stuck for an idea for a handmade Valentine?  Do want to make something quick and easy?  Are you looking for a idea for your kids, neices/nephews/grandkids?  If so, I have the class for you!

What:  Valentine's Class~make a card (filled with candy) and a bookmark

When:  Sunday, January 24, 2010

Where:  My house (email me if you need directions)

Time:  1:00 PM

Cost:  $8 or FREE with a $35 Stampin' UP! order

Bring with you:  adhesive and scissors

Provided:  All materials to make both the card and the bookmark, candy to put in the card, a direction sheet, and a really good time with your stamping friends.

RSVP: No later than January 21st, so I have enough supplies for everyone.

I hope you can make it!  These Valentine's are very easy and fun to make!

Happy Saturday!