I think I finally got it...

I have been racking my brain, trying to get my idea of how I'd like my scrap book page down on paper. I think I finally got it. I had to draw it out and really plan it out. (For some obnoxious reason, that's just how my mind works.) I created some pockets that hold a journaling area and a picture area. I really like that idea. I used some regular sized envelopes, sealed them shut, then cut them into the size I wanted and walla, there's my pocket. I used the perfect polka dots folder to add some texture to the envelope. On the other page I used the top note die cut to create a pocket. I embossed that with the Petals a plenty folder. (I don't know what I would do without my big shot!) I used the ornament punch and Christmas paper to do the ornaments. Really simple. I used the fundamental phrases punch set for the words at the bottom. My color scheme is, real red, and Old olive. I also used the define your life stamp set. Ir says, "happy: cheerful; tickled pink; content. Simple pleasure; together. A feeling of giddiness or joy." I love that stamp set. It's got 28 different words and definitions. You can use it on everything! I used the word window punch, the scallop oval punch, and the season of Joy punch set. I think I really like how it turned out. Let me know what you think!!

Using "My Digital Studio"

For this week only, Stampin Up is offering "My digital Studio" for 50% off. It's regularly $79.95. I have now ordered it and am really excited to play with it. Here are a couple of cards that a great friend of mine, (thanks Melanie!!) made using the digital studio. "This easy-to-use Mac and PC compatible software lets you use Stampin' Up!'s exclusive artwork and colors to create an assortment of printed and multimedia projects. Print your project at home or use our professional print service for high quality color coordination. Download fresh new artwork for your software with digital downloads we periodically update just for you!"

Stamp Club info...

Stamp Club: Our first stamp club meeting will be on January 14 at 6:00. Anyone and everyone is invited to attend! Members of my club, there is no charge for you to attend. If you are a non-member the charge is, $15, or free with a $30 purchase. (Please R.S.V.P at least 3 days ahead of time! ) Non-members, please keep in mind that you will not be eligible for any of the great Hostess Benefits my club members enjoy unless you commit to join. It’s just one more reason to join my fabulous club, along with these other great reasons! Benefits my club members receive… * A FREE Idea Book and Catalog (a $10 value). * A FREE mini catalog * A FREE Stampin Up bag. (a $10 value. Only 2 left!) * FREE project each month. NO materials fee. * You get to use my materials, my punches, my ink, accessories, etc… You only have to bring your own catalog to each meeting. * Learn a new technique each month! * A free stamp pad of your choice for every friend you bring who joins. * Friendship! * A night of relaxation and fun! It’s always at my house, so you don’t have to stress over cleaning your house, and you get away from your kids for some much needed adult time, to do something you enjoy! How it works… * When it’s your turn to hostess, you will receive a minimum of $15 in free products and a minimum of one free stamp set! The more members we have the more free stuff you earn! You will know ahead of time when it’s your turn, so you can bring a friend or two, or collect outside orders to boost your sales!! I’ve only got 2 more spots for this stamp club! So sign up soon to reserve your spot!!

Christmas scrap book page.

I LOVE scrap booking, but I have a hard time putting my ideas down the way I see them in my head. This is a scrap book page I made for one of my card swap groups. I used the delightful decorations stamp set, the ornament punch, and the star punch. I embossed the starts using silver embossing powder and versa mark. The Christmas paper is from a pack I got for free at convention. I'm not sure I like the look of the page, but let me know what you think. Thanks!!

Christmas

Christmas is fast approaching. Only 37 days left until Christmas morning! This year I am trying to put together a bunch of Christmas cards to send out. I like the idea of a home made card. It's just so much more personal, and it takes so much more effort. Here's a few more cards that I have made.

Using the ornament punch

A few day's ago, I posted some Christmas cards using Stampin Ups new Ornament punch. I decided to post today a card I made for a friends b'day using the same punch just to show how diverse it is. You don't' just have to save it for Christmas. I LOVE things you can use in multiple ways!!

I think I've got it...

I have been playing around in my craft room for awhile now. I was trying to get it set up into a nice functioning area, it had to be organized and things easily accessible. I think I have finally got it done! Compared to the first pictures I took to now, I think it's a huge difference. The first pictures you can see on my first posts. What do ya think?