Cards for boys...

I have two cards for boys to share with you today.  The first one is for a younger boy.  I love dinosaurs, Jurassic Park movies, etc., so I really enjoyed coming up with this card.  It features the No Bones About It photopolymer stamp set.

Colors used: Cajun Craze, Old Olive, Tip Top Taupe and Whisper White.  This is a great use of some of the 18 stamps in this set.  I also used a bit of the Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack.  Who would love getting this card?  Me!!!

Our second card today is more for a teen and features a Pokemon ball.  No, most adults don't really get it, but trust me, the kids do.

I had shown this to my youngest and it was her favorite (she's 18).  I had her help me think of words to go with the card and she picked out "adventure bound".  The story is about a boy going on a Pokemon adventure, so it fits perfectly.  The inside of the card says "life is good - happy birthday".  I used the 2-1/2", 3/4", 1/2" and Owl Builder Punch to make all the circles.  I used the Simply Scored Tool to make the raised lines on the White card stock.  The words are from the Project Life Remember This stamp set.  That's one of my favorite PL items.  

No Bones About It Photopolymer Stamp Set 138756 Price: $26.00 This isn't your average dinosaur stamp set. This is a Two-Step Stampin' set so you can combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Stamp a skeleton over the solid body image, add spots and speckles, even add a party hat to a birthday dinosaur. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 18 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, d, e, g

Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack 138441 Price: $8.00 Pick a pack of patterned paper! So many designs, so many colors, so many uses! Each sheet is double-sided for double the creative options. Smaller size works beautifully on card fronts. * 48 sheets, 4 each of 12 double-sided designs * 6" x 6" * Acid free * Lignin free Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Tip Top Taupe, Whisper White

Project Life Remember This Photopolymer Stamp Set 135786 Price: $16.00 Remember this. Remember that. And remember the sweet moments of your life. It's easy to do when you add this stamp set to your memory keeping. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 16 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, g, h

Simply Scored 122334 Price: $30.00 Simply Scored is a complete system for flawless scoring. Now you can create multiple scored projects or projects with many score lines, like rosettes. Just put place markers at the measurements you need, then score. Instructions included. * Base size is slightly larger than 12" x 12" to accommodate 12" x 12" cardstock and paper * Base plate has grooves etched every 1/8"; you can choose how far apart you want the score marks to be * Comes with rulers on the top and side: one standard left-to-right ruler and one zero center ruler, marked in 1/8" increments * Includes three Place Markers; additional Place Markers sold separately * Includes one stylus; additional styluses sold separately * Includes two storage compartments in the back of the base to hold your scoring tools (Place Markers, Stylus, Bone Folders)

By the Tide...

My project today features a card using the By the Tide stamp set.  This is one of my favorites and I especially love the fish stamp.

I wanted to create a fun edge, so I cut off 1-1/2" from the front edge of the card, added a strip of Pool Party card stock, then placed my fish so they would staggered over the edge.  I also rounded all the corners for a smooth, flowy feel.  A couple drops of Chrystal Effects for bubbles (you can see a little better in the second photo) add a nice touch.

Supplies used:
By the Tide and Project Life Remember This stamp sets
Whisper White and Pool Party card stock, Cherry on Top Designer Series Paper Stack
Pool Party, Bermuda Bay and Island Indigo inks
Project Life Corner Punch and Crystal Effects

By The Tide Clear-Mount Stamp Set 129120 Price: $20.00 Breathe in the smell of the sea and discover some of the marvels brought in By the Tide. These clear mount images will have you pining for low tide and the sound of ocean waves. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 7 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, e

Project Life Remember This Photopolymer Stamp Set 135786 Price: $16.00 Remember this. Remember that. And remember the sweet moments of your life. It's easy to do when you add this stamp set to your memory keeping. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 16 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, g, h

Crystal Effects 101055 Price: $6.25 Create a glossy, lacquered look over images, paper, anything. Also works great as an adhesive to attach buttons and other heavier embellishments. * 2 oz. bottle * Water based for quick and easy cleanup * Dries completely within an hour, depending on how thickly it is applied * Acid free

Punch Corner Project Life 135346 Price: $8.00 Crafting without punches? Inconceivable! Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. Our punches are high quality, affordable, and easy to use. Use this punch to round the corners of your Project Life cards, photos, and more. * Image size: 3/16" * Sleek body style * Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage * Locks to store * Slim and stackable

Weekly Deals & an amazing Instagram card!

Well, we're out of school today due to "... threat of inclement weather".  This makes me laugh.  I just hope it starts icing up about noon, so they're justified in that assessment, otherwise, we've used a snow day on a rain day.  Oh well.  This gives Samantha the day to finish up some scholarship applications and maybe clean her room (yeah, right).  I'm hoping to get to the back later this morning to deposit our final year of GS cookie money -woohoo!

We have some great new weekly deals good through Monday, so check them out here!

A LITTLE SUMTHIN’ SUMTHIN’ GIFT BOX KIT Price: $13.95 $10.46	DECORATIVE WINDOW GIFT BOX Price: $4.95 $3.71	EXTRA LARGE GIFT BOXES Price: $3.95 $2.96	GUSSETED CELLOPHANE BAGS Price: $4.50 $3.38
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Our project today is from CrEW Stamper Laura Diamond.  I'm super inspired by this card and plan to make prom photo albums to look like these.  I'll post them when they're finished (supplies are ordered).  

Isn't this great?!  And perfect for those younger adults and teens.  

I'm loving all the detail on this card!

Here's Laura with her card - isn't she adorable?!

I know I say all my friends and stampers are cute and adorable, BUT THEY ARE!!!!!  And I love each and every one of them!!!

Here are the supplies used for Laura's awesome Instagram card:

Gorgeous Grunge and Project Life Remember This stamp sets

Soft Suede, Sahara Sand, Basic Black, Whisper White, Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive & Tempting Turquoise card stock, Silver Glimmer Paper

Soft Suede and Sahara Sand ink, White Gel Pen

Punches:  PL Corner Rounder, 1/2" Circle, 1" Circle, 1-1/4" Circle, 1-3/8" Circle, Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack

Gorgeous Grunge Clear Stamp Set 130517 Price: $17.95 Take a clean white canvas and start adding some texture and layering to it with the clear mount images in the Gorgeous Grunge set. You'll love the depth and movement you get with a little bit of grunge. Set Quantity: 5. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Project Life Remember This Photopolymer Stamp Set 135786 Price: $15.95 Sometimes it's hard to remember exactly how you felt in the moment a photo was taken, but when you use the Project Life Remember This photopolymer set, journaling your photos becomes easier and you remember those picture perfect memories. Set quantity: 16

Last Day for the Stock & Save Special & more Work of Art!

YES!!! The band competition is finally over and I needed yesterday to recuperate and do some laundry.  We also spent several hours putting the football concession area back in order.  We had a great time and almost everything went smoothly.  What's an event without a few glitches to keep you on your toes?  I'll try to post a few photos tomorrow.  I'm playing catch up today and finishing the Halloween Treat Class projects for tomorrow night - super excited about that class!

Today is the last day for our Stamp, Stock & Save Special!  Make sure to order by midnight to take advantage of these great savings.  I'm putting my order in this evening, so if you'd like to order something, give me a call or send a quick email and I'll get back to you.


I'm sharing a couple more samples using the Work of Art stamp set.  This is soooo versatile, it's a must have in your stamp collection.   The first one is a Christmas card:

The red circles were stamped first on the tree, then I used the 1/2" Circle Punch and added card stock on top.  The star is cut with the Stars Framelits on Gold Foil Paper.  The sentiment is from the Bright & Beautiful stamp set.  Colors used:  Real Red, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive and Gold Glimmer Paper.  

The second project today is an adorable watermelon card:

The card flips open to show the Whisper White card stock on the inside.  I used a Garden Green marker to color just a little of the big stamp for the watermelon rind.  The watermelon is stamped in Melon Mambo (of course) and I made a little seed stamp with my Crop-a-dile and some scrap rubber.  The sentiment is from the Project Life Remember This stamp set.  Some Sweet Taffy DSP and a few Rhinestones finish off the card.  

Work Of Art Clear-Mount Stamp Set 134114 Price: $21.95 Painted swatches, swaths, and shapes make up the bulk of this clear mount set as you decide which strokes are right for your project when you need just one more element in the background. Set Quantity: 11. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Project Life Remember This Photopolymer Stamp Set 135786 Price: $15.95 Sometimes it's hard to remember exactly how you felt in the moment a photo was taken, but when you use the Project Life Remember This photopolymer set, journaling your photos becomes easier and you remember those picture perfect memories.

Bright & Beautiful Clear-Mount Stamp Set 135029 Price: $24.95 Nothing embodies the season like beautiful images of stars. Let your season shine with these iconic stars and greetings, available in wood- and clear-mount sets. Set quantity: 8.

Sweet Taffy Designer Series Paper 133693 Price: $10.95 So many designs, so many colors, so many uses! 12 sheets: 2 ea. of 6 double-sided designs. 12" x 12". Acid free, lignin free. Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White.