Huge Holiday Sale Going On Now

Hi Stampers,

Just wanted to let everyone know that Stampin' Up! is having a Holiday Sale. You can save between 30 and 50 percent on selected items. Head over to my website to shop for some gift goodies for all your Crafting Friends and yourself. Too much of a good thing doesn't last forever. This sale ends November 30th. Click here to shop now or click on the red Holiday Sale picture on the right to begin shopping.

Another Anniversary Card

Wow, two post in one day...I'm on a roll.

Here's another Anniversary Card. Pssst, by the way, I'm sending both cards to my good Friend in Tulsa, OK. He and his Girlfriend are celebrating their one year anniversary and I was more than happy to make some cards for him to celebrate the special occassion. Shhhh...mums the word. Once again all supplies used are all from Stampin' Up!.

Here's the supply list:

Stampin' Up! In Color Rich Razzleberry textured card stock (#115719), Rich Razzleberry Stampin' Write Marker (#116329) and Old Olive Stampin' Write Marker (#100079), Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (#115613), Orchid Opulence and Whisper White card stock, Cottage Wall (#115671) from Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper collection, Stampin' Up! Modern Label Punch (#116630 which is new this year to Stampin'Up! exclusive punch collection), the Scallop Edge Punch (#112091), a 2-Way Glue Pen (#100425) and for a touch of sparkle some Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter (#102023) The stamp sets used on this card are the Teeny Tiny Wishes (#115370) and the Hostess Level 3 set, Kind & Caring Thoughts (115324). If you would like to earn the Hostess Level 3 stamp set, Kind & Caring Thoughts, contact me here and I'll give you all the glorious details.

I hope you enjoy the card, tell me what you think, I hope I have inspired you to stamp today. Have a Stampin' Good Day.

Taking a Break from Christmas Cards

Yes, I know its been a while since I last posted anything and I am sorry. Please forgive me. I have 5 kids and now I'm a single parent. No, I'm not divorced or separated, but my Husband's employer has transferred him to Kansas City, MO, so I'm home taking care of home and Quads + 1 all by my lonesome.

Any who, let's get to the cards, shall we? This first card is clean, simple and I thought very pretty. The card measures 4.25 X 5.5 and there's a fair amount of embossing involved. All supplies used are from Stampin' Up! and is available for purchase here. Here's the supply list.

Supplies Used all Stampin' Up! :

Whisper White card stock, Elegant Eggplant card stock, Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set for sentiment (#115370), Bella's Border Stampin' Wheel (112476) for the embossed image, Stampin' Dimensionals, Clear Embossing Powder, White Embossing powder and my favorite, Stampin' Up! Organza Ribbon (#114319) in Whisper White. I also used the Stampin' Around Wheel Guide (#104834) because I used the Bella's Border Stampin' Wheel on the diagonal. Last but not least, I used a corner rounder on the bottom corners of the card (#109047).

I hope you enjoy the card, let me know your thoughts on the card and I hope it inspires you to do some stamping. Have a stampin' good day.

It's Beginning to a Lot Like Christmas

Hi Stampers,

Today I am sharing with you one of the Christmas Stamp-a-Stack classes that I have planned for the year. The Stamp-a-Stack class featuring these cards will be held on World Cardmaking Day which is Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. In this class you will make 2 of each card design shown for a total of 10 cards for $15.00 and envelopes are included. You will receive all the cardstock and Designer Series Paper (DSP) precut and prescored. All you need to do is stamp, punch, emboss and adhere. Please bring your own adhesive if possible, but if not, I will have some there for you to use. I will provide Stampin' Dimensionals, light snacks and Christmas music. The Stamp-a-Stack will start at 1:00 pm and end at 3:00 pm on Saturday, 10/3/2009. Please contact me here to RSVP for the Stamp-a-Stack class no later than Midnight, Sunday, September 20, 2009. Hope to hear from you soon. Have a Stamping Good Day!!!

What: Christmas Stamp-a-Stack

When: Saturday, October 3, 2009 (World Cardmaking Day)

Where: My home in Florissant, MO

Info: Please RSVP to me here no later than Sunday, September 20, 2009

(click on Contact Me) to RSVP for the class.

IT'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!

Stampin' Up! has just released the new Holiday Mini Catalog. You can start placing your orders today thru January 4, 2010. Check my blog often as I will be featuring projects using products from the Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog. Thanks for stopping by and have a stamping good day!!

Merry Christmas...In July

Two post in one day, I think I'm breaking a record!! I have been seeing a lot of Christmas cards poping up on several blogs and websites (SCS) so I thought I would join in on the fun and create a card myself. For this card I wanted to jazz up the top layer (Old Olive) and use the exclusive Sizzix Texturz Plate that you can only obtain from a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator (that would be me) instead of using christmas DSP. To achieve the bold embossed textured look I simply lightly sprayed rubbing alcohol on the cardstock and used another piece of cardstock as a "shim" in the sandwich stack used with the BigShot. The "shim" and light spray of rubbing alcohol helped me to have a deeper impression of the Texturz plate. The stamp sets used are new this year to the 2009-2010 IB&C, they are Tree Trimmings and Teeny Tiny Wishes. I also used some Sizzix dies that are also exclusive to Stampin' Up!, the Top Note Bigz Die and Birds and Blooms Sizzlits. If you would like to recreate this card, contact me today and let's schedule a Workshop for a Demonstration. Thanks for stopping by, have a Stampin' Good Day!!

Happy Sweet Birthday

I absolutely love, love, love this stamp. It is the Sweet Birthday stamp (115564) and it is one of many beautiful single stamps that Stampin' Up! is offering for Under $10. On page 208 of the

2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (US) you will find that Stampin' Up! has several single stamps that are under $10 and they are all wonderful to use. I paired this stamp with the Cottage Wall Designer Series Paper (love, love, love it) and the In-Color Rich Razzelberry. I used Orchid Opulence Classic Ink on the cake image and Basic Black on the sentiment. If you would like to re-create this card Contact Me today and we can schedule a Workshop built around the Under $10 Stamps that Stampin' Up! offers. Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy!

Supplies used: Stamp set: Sweet Birthday (115564), DSP: Cottage Wall (115671), Punches: Scallop Edge Punch(112091) , Large Oval(107305), Scallop Oval(114889), Mat Pack (105826), Paper Piercing Tool (116631). Cardstock: Rich Razzelberry, Orchid Opulence, Whisper White, Ribbon: Rich Razzelberry, Ink: Orchid Opulence, Basic Black

LateNightStampers Sketch Challenge 25

Today's post is for the LateNightStampers Sketch Challenge #25. Today at midnight was the deadline for submission and I think I just made it in time. I hope you enjoy, feel free to leave a comment (a nice one of course). Thanks for stopping by.

Supplies Used: Cardstock: Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink, Whisper White. Ink: Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink, Chocolate Chip, Rose Red (cherry on top), Black Stazon. Stamps: Birthday Wish, Crazy for Cupcakes. Accessories: 1/4" Whisper White Ribbon, Blender Pen, 1" Circle Punch, Dimensionals

Thank You Upsy Daisy

This is my favorite stamp set from the entire SS2009 Stampin' Up! catalog. I am seriously going to miss the 2008-2009 In Colors when they are gone. Speaking of which, better order yours before they are gone. Once they sell out, they are gone for good. Click here to order yours today! TFL and Enjoy the card.

Supplies used: Upsy Daisy stamp set (111710), Cardstock - Chocolate Chip, (In Colors - Baha Breeze, Kiwi Kiss, Pacific Point), Versamark Ink, White Embossing Powder, Trio Flower Punch (109183).

One Stamp, Four Great Looks

Hi Stampers, today's cards are all made with the same stamp. I got this stamp from "A Large Scrapbooking Box Store." I used Stazon ink to stamp the image on watercolor paper and then colored in the image using Stampin' Up! Stampin' Write Markers in Pumpkin Pie, Real Read, Summer Sun, Old Olive and Tempting Turquoise. I also used the same colors in the cardstock, except the scallop yellow is non-SU!. I hope you enjoy the cards. Thanks for stopping by, have a stamping good day!.

A Walk in the Park Thanks

Hi Stampers. Today I'm uploading a card that I gave to a potential customer a few weeks ago. This card features the Walk in the Park DSP (#115123) found on page 9 of the Occasions Mini Catalog. I also paired the DSP with the Wow Flowers stamp set (#111714). The colors in the DSP are Baha Breese, Basic Gray, Whisper White and Cameo Coral. I also added some Baha Breeze 5/8" grosgrain ribbon (#111375) to the card and I made the scallop edge on the card using the Slit Punch (#104388) by removing the guard on the punch. Thanks for stopping by, Have a stamping good day!

Happy Birthday Hubby

Okay, I think that this will be my final post for today. I'm all posted out. This card I made for my Husband for his 40th Birthday. On the card I used Designer Series Paper, Walk in the Park (115123), featured in the Occasions Mini Catalog, Kiwi Kiss Grosgrain Ribbon (111372), Basic Gray Card stock (108692) and the "Happy" is spelled using the Basic Gray card stock as well as the Stampin' Up! Billboard Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die (114510). (whew, that's a mouth-full) I also added a decorative edge to the DSP using the Scallop Edge Punch (112091). The white letters are from American Crafts Thicker Stickers Letters . Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoyed the posts and the cards today. Oh, before I forget, Happy National Scrapbooking Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Supplies used: All supplies Stampin' Up! except were noted**, Basic Grey Card stock, Walk in the Park Designer Series Paper, Billboard Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die, Scallop Edge Punch, Kiwi Kiss 5/8" Stripe Grosgrain Ribbon, **Cuttlebug, American Crafts Thickers**

Pink in Manhattan

Isn't she pretty? I used the new Stampin' Up! Textured Impressions Die - Manhattan Flower (114517) to emboss the entire card front. I then used the 2-Way Glue Pen (100425) to trace along the embossed image on the card front. After the glue was applied to the embossed image, I sprinkled on some Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter (102023). To top it off I stamped images from the Great Friend (113792) stamp set found in the Occasions Mini Catalog, good through June 30, 2009, and popped it on the front with Stampin' Dimensionals(104430) . Isn't she a beaut? Thanks for looking, bye.

Supplies used: All Stampin' Up! except were noted**. Pink Pirouette Card stock, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, 2-Way Glue Pen, Great Friend stamp set, **Cuttlebug Die Cutting Machine**

Feeling Orange

Here's a little something that I created months ago. Yes, I've been MIA, but when you have Quads + 1, time isn't always on your side. Nonetheless, I will be posting quite a few pics today. This card was CASED from Dawn McVey. I love her work and her style. Love it, Love her. If you get a chance you should check her out, here.

Supplies used: Cardstock: Stampin' Up!-Whisper White, Tangerine Tango; Ink: Stampin' Up!-Tangerine Tango; Ribbon: Stampin' Up!, Stamps: Stampin' Up!-Upsy Daisy (111710); Ovals-Nestibilities; Cuttlebug Die Cutting Machine.

Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for only $75.00

Hi Stampers,



There are a couple of great promotions going on at Stampin' Up! that starts today. Check them out, you don't want to pass up these great offers!



In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator for only $75 with our Limited-time Scrapbooking Starter Kit. The Scrapbooking Starter Kit contains the following:

113510 Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set* $42.95
113059 Simply Scrappin' Petal Party $19.95
108697 Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12") $11.95
105240Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad $7.50


*Substitutable for any stamp set up to $43.95 value.


Please note: Each of the products listed above may be substituted for like items. Please contact me at http://www.mommie2quads.stampinup.net/ to see the Scrapbooking Starter Kit Order Form for details. The Scrapbooking Starter Kit also contains all the business supplies contained in the standard Starter Kit:


Getting Started DVD
Getting Started Guide
Guest Invitation Postcard (100)
Idea Book & Catalog (8)
Occasions Mini Catalog (8)
To My Hostess Envelope (10)
Recruit Folders (5)
Recruit Brochures (20)
Hostess Brochure (20)
Hostess Benefits Form (10)
Customer Order Form (50)



The other great promotion, in honor of National Scrapbooking Month, is when you purchase three (3) packs of Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper, including Specialty Designer Series paper or 12" x 12" Textured Card Stock packs, you will get one (1) FREE! And, the best part about this promotion is that you can mix or match your paper pack choices!! Don't miss out! Contact me today and place your orders. Offers end soon...May 31, 2009!!!!!!!

Happy Birthday!!!!!

Hi Stampers,
Today's post is NSR...somewhat...It was 4 years ago today that I was introduced to the wonderful world of Scrapbooking. It is also the day that I gave birth to the World's Most Beautiful Quadruplets!! Yes, I said Quadruplets. In birth order, Madison Nicole (2lbs 10 oz), Bryson Prince (2lbs 12 oz), Josiah Carrington (2 lbs 11 oz) and Nyla Paige (1 lb 15oz). All babies were born healthy and were in the hospital as "growers and feeders." Bryson came home 4 weeks later on Easter Sunday, he was my chocolate Easter Bunny. Madison and Josiah came home next at 5 weeks, they were my Birthday present (3-31) and Nyla came home at 8 weeks, just one day shy of their original due date (Apr 30th). They are healthy, happy, strong and getting bigger each second of the day. I will post pics later after they have had cake and ice cream. Happy Birthday Sweeties!!!!!!! Momma Loves You All!!!!!!!!!!!

Card So Nice I Made It Twice

Isn't it pretty? I thought my card was so nice so I made it twice. I like them both, not sure which one I like more. It has the same receipe as the previous post. Thanks for stopping by, enjoy. Love, peace and stamps.

My First Post

Hi Stampers. Today I am "officially" a Blogger. I am so excited to be a Blogger now. I will use my blog to showcase my card and scrapbooking masterpieces. Today I am sharing with you the Birthday Card that I made for my Best Friend in the entire world (drumroll please...) Patricia T. Her Birthday was Feb. 11th and I still have not given her the card yet! We were supposed to get together this weekend for lunch, but hey, when you've got kids, life sometimes gets in the way. I know she will love it when I finally give it to her. (at least I hope so).
The card measures 4.25" X 5.5". I used Georgia Peach Designer Series Paper (DSP), its from Stampin' Up! and is now retired (sad face) and also from Stampin' Up! Whisper White, Old Olive and Pretty in Pink cardstock. Also used is the Scallop Circle Punch and the 1-3/8" and 1-1/4" Circle Punch also from Stampin' Up! The birthday sentiment is from the Upsy Daisy stamp set, the cute cupcake is from the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set and the "happy birthday" sentiment surrounding the cupcake is from the Think Happy Thoughts stamp set. All of these items are from Stampin' Up! and can be purchased online 24/7 from my Stampin' Up! website, just click the link on the right and shop all night.
Thanks for stopping by. That's all for now. Love, peace and stamps.