Julie's Stamp Pad

It's Your Day!!!!!!!

2012-01-16T22:24:00.003-06:00

I am working on a class for Feb where all cards feature yarn/fiber/ribbon. I had fun creating this one! Used the Deckled Rectangles Nestabilities. Stamps used were Swirly Gigs and Cowboy Boots (The Angel Company). Used my white Signo Pen for the dots on the background. Found some twine in my drawer to add the final touch!

Chick Chick Hooray!!!!!!

2012-01-07T11:39:00.003-06:00

I made two of these cards to send to very special people in my life that have had HAPPY things happen to them recently! I love this stamp set - Tail Feathers - from The Angel Company. Colored with COPICS - and stamped/layered with Nestabilities.

Relaxing Thoughts

2011-12-31T11:03:00.004-06:00

I didn't really know what to title this post. This card just makes me think of a vacation, far far away - with nothing to worry about! The colors (although they didn't scan as well as I'd like) are a palette I just love. The papers are Amberley Grace and Willoughby from The Angel Company. The stamp set is Peace be Still - also from TAC. I used very light COPIC just to give it a subtle color. The ribbon I found at the Michael's dollar spot - how fun, huh? It is some type of burlap fiber.

More Birthday Cards!

2011-12-26T14:45:00.007-06:00

Here are some more Birthday cards I designed over the past few days! These are the other three that will be offered at my class in January! Quick and simple - but I"m sure they'd bring a smile to the recipient's face! The BEE one and the BIRD one are both designed with stamp sets from The Angel Company. I think the stamp on the other card is Unity - but I can't remember for sure!

Masculine Happy Birthday

2011-12-23T22:26:00.003-06:00

This is the second card that will be made at my January class - my Birthday Bonanza stamp a stack. The other one you have seen so far is Lucy's Cheese. Keep checking in the next few days - as I'll be posting ALL of the other cards from the class too!

This one is made with the beautiful Willoughby paper from The Angel Company. The image is from the Stampin Up set Yukon - not sure where I got the Birthday sentiment - I have so many! I highlighted the scenery with Earth Tone chalks.

Got Cheese?????????????

2011-12-20T19:29:00.002-06:00

This mouse is just so darn cute! And the saying - well - gotta love that too! I am so glad I bought this set from The Angel Company before they closed! Background paper is from October Afternoon. I colored w/ my COPICS of course. The cheese was paper pieced for more dimension. You can't see it so much in the picture - but it pops a bit in real life.

Posts two days in a row - aren't you impressed!?!?!?!?

Happy Birthday!!!!!

2011-12-19T15:14:00.002-06:00

So - I have made so many Christmas and Chanukah cards over the past two weeks - I decided to play in my craft room - and work on OTHER stuff! I love pink and green together - so when I found this yarn I just had to figure out something to do with it. I had fun making this card!

Projects for Fundraiser

2011-12-05T20:34:00.005-06:00

So - I have been BAD BAD BAD........ I have been meaning to update my blog more frequently - but - just haven't done so. I'm not going to make excuses - rather just share! A department where I work is having a fundraiser craft sale - so I decided to put together some quick projects to sell. I had fun doing these magnetic calendar and post-it holders, corner bookmarks, and notepads. I am sharing a few of the projects here!

Bar Mitzvah Card

2011-11-12T00:03:00.004-06:00

This card definitely took me out of my 'box'. My nephew is getting Bar Mitzvah'd tomorrow, and of course I had to make a card! Couldn't bring myself to buy one. I am pleased with how it turned out!

I used my nesties labels 23 die (gotta love those dies!) Colored with my COPICs and cut, popped up the Torah.

Trick or Treat!

2011-10-19T10:49:00.006-05:00

This card features stamps and papers from The Angel Company. I just love to stamp with frogs - so the fact that this was in a Halloween set just added to the fun for me! It is so sad that we can't get these products any more - but I am using them ALL the time for my cards - and my classes! I tend to do lots of layers, as you can see - and I will ALWAYS love my Scrappers Floss!

Technique Spotlight - Walnut Ink Resist

2011-10-12T22:29:00.005-05:00

I am SO SORRY I haven't posted for three weeks! My goal is going to be to post every week...... I will work hard at it!

This card was made using a technique I refer to as Walnut Ink Resist. The top with the leaves, is what I stamped, along with the sentiment. The bottom is patterned paper. I took out my Crimper, and made a little strip between the upper and lower pieces.

How exactly did I do the Walnut Ink Resist? Here's how:

I stamped the leaves with a Versamark stamp pad, and embossed using Clear Embossing powder. I used Terra Cotta Walnut Ink, with the Dauber on top (instead of the sprayer). I covered the stamped area with the Walnut Ink. Then, I used my iron (don't use it for anything but crafts - but it does come in handy!). I placed a sheet of regular white copy paper on top of the stamped piece, and then ironed. This picked up the Embossing Powder, leaving a unique, and flat (not raised) image on the cardstock!

If you have any questions - please ask!

Fall Sunflower

2011-09-16T21:31:00.003-05:00

Here is another card I am doing in my October card class. This one is a Gatefold style - and uses an image from The Angel Company (sadly, no longer open) - a favorite paper pack they carried - Penelope. Love the rich, fall colors! Colored with my COPICS (of course!)

Every Leaf.......................

2011-09-05T14:36:00.004-05:00

Fall is HERE!!!!!!!! I love FALL........... the air is cool and crisp, the humidity is gone, and I can open up the windows and enjoy the weather! There is just something great about putting on a pair of shorts with a cozy sweatshirt!!!

I was playing in my craft room, coming up with projects for my October card class. I challenged myself to do a card that didn't require coloring! I really like how this turned out! I used post it notes, sponges, and various ink pads to make the background! The main image is stamped with a Kaleidacolor stamp pad.

Final Farewell Blog Hop

2011-08-28T20:00:00.000-05:00

This is our last official Blog Hop as part of the Angel Company. I have been blessed to be a part of this company for the past six years, and it is hard to say goodbye. The Angel Company truly changed my life. It has brought me so many new friends, and a lot of self confidence. Doing my classes has been my Therapy! It has gotten me through some very tough times in my life. Of course the support of my network of TAC Angels has also been amazing. It is incredible the number of new friends I have made since I joined The Angel Company. All around the country. It was so amazing to go to Seminar each summer and reconnect with everyone live and in person! I will miss this annual trip terribly!

Okay - so about my card..... I submitted this card to TAC in July for a contest entry called Cards for Kids. I enjoyed making it - it brought a BIG smile to my face. I hope you like it too!

I will continue to update my blog - and I will still be offering classes!

Be sure to check out the rest of the Bloggers that are participating!

Seleise

Rita W

Donna
Chan
Mary
Angela
Laura
Barbara
Trudy
Shirley
Wendy
Carol
Rita K
Chelsea
Kim
Paula Kay
Ginger
Teresa
Maria
Angie
Deb
Diana
Betty
Christine
Sandy
Char
Diane
Chris
Stacy
Rita H

Thank you, Mischelle, for founding this company, and giving it your ALL. My life would NOT have been the same without this opportunity.

Fall Fun!!!!!

2011-08-16T20:31:00.008-05:00

I hate to say this...... but fall is just around the corner. I took out a couple of Fall stamp sets to make this pop-up card. I am posting a picture of the outside and the inside. It may be a little hard to tell that the inside pops up..... but it does! And the leaves are dangling inside! To cut the 'frame' inside I used my Nestabilities 1 set. The patterned paper is from our Penelope collection.

I used the stamp set Fall Fibi and Lilly for the outside, and of course, colored with my COPICs. For the leaves and the inside, I used a stamp set called Happy Leaf. This set is actually a hostess set - but can be purchased by anyone that places an additional $30 order for just $4.50 in August only.

August Card Kit!!!!!

2011-08-02T22:05:00.006-05:00

All of these cards were made using the Vintage Rides stamp set! If you'd like information on how to order YOUR card kit so you can make TWO of each of these cards, be sure to contact me!

Christmas in July Blog Hop

2011-07-31T20:00:00.003-05:00

For the first card, I used the stamp set Havin' a Ball. I colored with COPICs and added some fun with ribbon and a spiral clip! I used the Big Scalloped Squares Nestabilities for the diecut.

For the next card I used two stamp sets. Ready Set Snow and Santa Claus is Coming. For the background, I used White Glossy cardstock, and stamped using the Stazon Cloud White stamp pad. I then brayered over it with the Blue Breeze Kaleidacolor stamp pad. The diecut is one of the new Nestabilities that we carry - called Labels 10.

Christmas in July is just FUN to say, isn't it? It is a great time to start getting ideas for those holiday cards you are going to make this year........ isn't it?

I am a member of PaperWings - an All Angel Company group where anyone can go to get inspiration using TAC stamps and supplies! We are holding a Christmas in July Blog Hop and I am so excited to participate!

The cards posted above are two that I will be offering as part of my September "Jump Start Your Holiday Cards" Stamp a Stack.

If you'd like any more information on my upcoming September class - please ask!

Now that you looked at my cards........ check out the other participants!

Rita W

Michelle
Seleise
Laura
Wendy
Laurie
Chelsea
Shirley
Kim
Mary
Angela
Carol
Betty
Rita K
Donna

How Big is YOUR World?

2011-07-18T17:54:00.003-05:00

This is another of the cards that we will be making at my For the Guys card class in August.

I had fun making this card cuz - uh well - I like FROGS - so the frog and the turtle - they were just TOO cute together.

The image is from the Everyday Cuties stamp set. The sentiment is one I use on many of my projects, and is from the stamp set Bug of Fun.

July Blog Hop - Spotlighting

2011-07-08T22:55:00.005-05:00

On the TAC Savvy Projects Blog - they are featuring the technique of Spotlighting. I haven't done it a lot - but do love how it looks. I took one of our new stamp sets - Majestic Mountain . I stamped with the Rich Cocoa Memento Stamp Pad, and colored with COPICs. I stamped the wolf with the Black Memento - and again - colored with COPICs (and popped this little guy up for some additional dimension!)

This is one of the cards that will be part of my Guy Cards class coming up in August.

Christmas in July Card Kit

2011-07-01T19:06:00.003-05:00

I have designed a Christmas in July card kit using the Jingle Jolly stamp set! If you are interested in more information on this - please email me directly! Your kit will include the stamp set, directions, and all of the supplies to make a total of 10 cards for just $29.95.

It is never too early to get started........ is it?????

Inspirational Card

2011-06-27T21:25:00.004-05:00

This card was one of my Trades from Seminar. I hadn't used this set previously - so challenged myself to cut the rubber FINALLY! The stamp set I used is called Be Lifted. I love the color combo on this one - too.

I hope to get some cards made this week with some of the newly released stamp sets! If so - I will definitely post some to my Blog!

Sharing Cards from a Friend

2011-06-06T18:04:00.008-05:00

A friend and customer shared some cards with me using TAC stamps she has ordered from me. I think she does fantastic work - and wanted to share it on my blog!

The cat one is a multi fold card - but one side didn't scan well (bummer!). It had the saying: Don't Have Middle Fingers to go along with the front sentiment It's a Good Thing....

She colored out each of the cat images and cut them out - wow - huh?

Thanks, Maria Wagner, for sharing your cards!

Contest Winner!!!!

2011-05-27T17:38:00.005-05:00

These cards are the three that I won my FIRST contest with from The Angel Company. It was a March contest - better late than never....... I used the two stamp sets of Aged Ornaments and Marvelous Mottos. It was fun to use these two stamp sets that one typically wouldn't think to use together! That was actually my challenge to myself when creating these cards!

June Card Class

2011-05-18T23:35:00.006-05:00

My June card class has been set - and for this class I will be using some of my favorite retiring stamp sets. If you have questions on which stamp sets were used, please ask! I am really going to miss these sets!!!!!

Fun with Tags!!!!

2011-04-13T16:36:00.002-05:00

My May card class will feature the tags from our SWIC paper packs. People often ask me what they can do with that sheet of tags! So - I stepped up to the challenge, and created these cards for the class.

Many different stamp sets and paper collections were used on these. If you have any specific questions, or would like specific information about my May class - don't hesitate to ask!

2011-03-13T16:17:00.008-05:00

I was inspired to make this card when I saw what Chris Franco did as a Guest Designer for the TAC Savvy Projects Blog. Check it out here - You will need to click on the category of Delicate Florals to see her design.

This is both a card and a gift! Attached is a bookmark that can easily be removed by the recipient! I used the Scor Bug to make additional perforations so it would be easy to tear apart. The stamp set I used is called Springtime Garden - which just happens to be on sale this month for $14.96. The regular price is $19.95. I colored with my Prismacolor Pencils and used OMS (Odorless Mineral Spirits) to blend. The paper used was Maggie - both the cardstock and the patterned paper.

Can you tell I am anxious for spring to come? I want all of this snow to MELT away, and my flowers to start coming up!

Hoppy Everything

2011-03-06T09:44:00.006-06:00

It is so bright and sunny today! This card just got me thinking of spring!

I used the Scorbug and the ScorPal to make the sections on the white cardtock. From there, just stamped, colored and assembled! Colored with COPICs and finished up with Scrappers Floss in my buttons - is there any other way!?!?!? The stamp set used was Hoppy Everything. This stamp set just makes me smile! Used a light dusting of Brown Ink to highlight where I scored. It gave it a bit more definition.

Fun with the ScorPal

2011-02-20T16:43:00.010-06:00

These are three of the cards that will be tought at my ScorPal Technique Night workshop this week. By using the ScorPal - you can create some unique backgrounds!

The first card is using the stamp set Lovely Peony. I paper pieced with the Angelee lavender paper, and popped up so it has more of an impact. I colored the leaves with COPICS and used various colors of our Bazzill cardstock. The ScorPal was used to create a diagonal pattern on the Snapdragon cardstock.

The second card used our fabulously fun Robots stamp set. This time I used the ScorPal to create a 'waffle' effect on the bright square and rectangle. Colored with my COPICS....... yes..... again!

The final card is my favorite. The layout and color choices are based on a card I received in trade from Pam Plencner. The stamp set used is Want to Fly from our Serendipity Street publication. The ScorPal was used on the bottom piece of Whirlpool cardstock. The middle strip was stamped with the new Versamark Dazzle Frost stamp pad. Nestabilties Large Labels were also used - as well as - you know..... my COPICS.

Thanks Sew Much

2011-02-11T16:09:00.002-06:00

This stamp set was featured Wednesday on the TAC Savvy Blog! The guest designer for the day was Paula Kay Bourland. Boy - did she create some incredible cards!

For my card, I used lots of layers, once again! I can't help it - I just keep adding more when I am making my cards. The paper and cardstock are from the Juliette SWIC collection. I colored with COPICs, and added some Tan Scrappers Floss and a Button for the final touch.

Remember, this set, Sew Thankful, is on sale through the end of February for just $11.96!

Marvelous You

2011-01-25T22:51:00.003-06:00

This is a card I created for my Hostess Club group. Masculine cards are always tough for people - so when I saw this set I couldn't wait to play with it. It is just such a peaceful scene!

The stamp set used is Marvelous You, and it retails for just $10.95. The sayings in this set are just fabulous!

I layered with lots of Bazzill cardstock, and of course colored with my COPICS. The technique I used is called Spotlighting.

Valentines Day Blog Hop

2011-01-16T20:00:00.000-06:00

It is time again for a Blog Hop, sponsored by Paper Wings - and ALL Angel Company group!!!!! This month, the theme is Valentines Day.

My card is a pop-up card (it is probably officially called something else...... but that's what I am calling it!) It features our Hip Hop paper collection and the stamp set used is Frogs and Kisses - which just happens to be our January Stamp of the Month!

I colored with COPICS. It was fun to do a Valentine in non-traditional colors!

Want to see more - check out the other participants! You'll certainly enjoy them!

Rita

Angela

Shirley

Carol

Tina

Chelsea

Michelle

Tote with Six Coordinating cards

2010-11-30T23:13:00.003-06:00

I was asked to design another class for Community Ed. I am so thankful for this opportunity. I wanted to do something unique - so came up with this. It is a tote/purse with six cards - all made out of the More Mimi paper collection. I had so much fun putting these cards together.

I may have to offer this class to my existing customers too!

Tag, You're It - Blog Hop!

2010-11-21T20:00:00.000-06:00

This blog hop is sponsored by Paper Wings - an all Angel Company group for sharing projects and inspiration.

When you buy our paper packs, you get a sheet of tags and embellishments. I know a lot of you don't know what to do with them! Well - check out this Blog Hop for ideas!

When you go to these blogs, you will get LOTS of ideas! Have fun!

My two cards are very different from each other.

One is has a base of a lunch bag - made into a 'pocket' card. I used the Juliette paper/tags on this one. I used a tag on the front for the sentiment, as well as on the pocket piece as a 'tab'. Super easy! The stamp sets used on this one were Bountiful Bears and Beary Much.

The other is a quick and easy Christmas card. Lots of layers using our Reece paper pack. The only stamping was on the tag. I stamped the Christmas tree with a very versatile stamp set called For All Seasons. The sentiment is from the stamp set Tag Tidbits - which I use ALL THE TIME for small areas. There are so many different sentiments in this set - it is just fabulous!

Be sure to check out the other blogs:

Another Blog Hop!!!!

2010-10-24T20:00:00.001-05:00

This Blog Hop is sponsored by Paper Wings - an all Angel Company forum/gallery that anyone can view!

When you hop around - you will see cards that are not your typical A2 card - special folds, designs, etc. So have fun!

Mine is a pocket card that I made using one of my FAVORITE stamp sets called Tail Feathers. The paper used is Emma. Of course I finished it off with Scrappers Floss - is there any other way?

Be sure to check out the other participants!

Floral Birthday

2010-10-17T21:33:00.003-05:00

I have been getting ready for a workshop - and this is one of the cards we'll be doing. It opens to the side, and has a 2" square as the closure. The stamp sets used are Floral Collage Trio and Tag Tidbits - I use this stamp set all the time! It is perfect for a greeting in a small place! I colored with COPICS - and used the Color Dusters with Belle Rose to soften the white background. The patterned paper is Maggie.

For your Shower!

2010-09-26T09:32:00.005-05:00

Yikes - I can't believe how long it has been since I posted a card. SO SORRY!

I have a wedding shower today - and came up with this card using our Oh No She Didn't stamp set. I thought it turned out cute! Colored with COPICS - of course! Not sure where the patterned paper is from - other than my Stash! I am not sure who made the Sentiment either - sorry. I unmounted all of my Wood Mounted stamps so don't have the original one!

Gift Card Holders

2010-09-02T10:01:00.005-05:00

Gift Cards are such a popular gift - that I have designed a workshop around just that. At this workshop, on September 23, you will make the five Gift Card Holders that you see here!

If you would like more information on the workshop, or have questions on how I created any of them - please ask!

Fall Blog Hop

2010-08-22T19:00:00.000-05:00

It's time again for another blog hope with my TAC friends! This time - the theme is fall. You will see a variety of projects as you go from blog-to-blog on this adventure!

My card is made with a newly released stamp set called Spiders are Seen. I just LOVE this set! I colored the images with my COPIC markers - and added some bling under the stamped popsicle stick! Tied some ribbon - and there you have it - a FUN Halloween card...... not too scary either!

It is sponsored by Paper Wings - which is an all Angel Company Group. Stop by and visit to get ideas on using ALL of your The Angel Company stamp sets!

Other Blog Hop participants:

Mice Day

2010-08-04T19:29:00.004-05:00

These two cards were made by an adorable stamp set called Mice Day. It features a variety of images and sentiments! It is so much fun - I created a card kit with these two cards, and three more that aren't posted here. Interested in the card kit, just ask! I'll give you more details.

I love to use our patterned papers in my cardmaking! Featured on the Love You card is our new double-sided paper called Maggie. The other card features Juliette. Both were colored with Prismacolor Pencils and OMS (Odorless Mineral Spirits)

Christmas in July - Blog Hop!

2010-07-25T20:17:00.001-05:00

It's time for another Blog Hop! Looking for ideas to help you get started with those holiday cards? You will certainly enjoy this Blog Hop! The participants are part of Paper Wings - an all Angel Company site that is full of ideas, and more!

Here are links to the other Blogs. Have Fun hopping around!

Kim

2010-07-25T20:01:00.006-05:00

This card was made using our new double-sided paper called Maggie! The stamp set used is Joyful Ornaments - and the inks I used on this one are Charcoal and Moulin Rouge. The base cardstock is one of our new Bazzill solid color paper packs - Saguaro.

2010-07-25T20:01:00.005-05:00

This next card was made using the stamp sets Holiday Collages and Tag Tidbits. I stamped with the Rich Cocoa Memento stamp pad, and used a fancy scissors for cutting! I used Reece paper and cardstock, as well as Kraft cardstock for the base. For the final touch, I sprayed with Gold Shimmer spritz.

2010-07-25T20:01:00.004-05:00

This project is a Gift Card holder. The stamp sets used on this were Winter Tags and Ornamental Snowflakes. I used Amberley Grace paper and cardstock, colored with COPICS and sprayed with Silver Shimmer spritz. The snowflakes were stamped with the Beaux Arts Blue stamp pad.

Life Delights in Life

2010-07-11T14:07:00.006-05:00

This is one of our new stamp sets called Joy Found. I absolutely love it! I had so much fun making this card. I colored the image of the boy and the cattails, and I cut it out and layered it on top of the ivory cardstock. I colored with COPICs and highlighted the dragonfly with Stickles. The patterned paper used is Amberley Grace, and I also used Amberley Grace cardstock.

Simple Gift Card Holder

2010-07-05T16:51:00.007-05:00

I have been getting ready for my Christmas in July workshop (it will actually be in August - but Christmas in July sounds better!!!). We learned how to make this simple gift card holder at TAC Seminar. I have changed it up a bit from what we did there. The base for the design is the Sydney Circle Album. The stamping I did was with Holiday Cheer and Edge Designs. With the price being reduced on the Sydney Circle Album - this is a GREAT way to create a LOT of gift card holders! You can never start too early, right?

New Stamp Sets!!!!

2010-07-04T00:54:00.013-05:00

I have been playing in my Stamping Room today - and am having fun with my new stamps! Here are a couple of the cards I made today.

The first card was made with Bugs and Butterflies. I colored the butterfly with Watercolor Crayons, and highlighted with our Stardust Glitter Pen. The patterned paper on this is from Uptown Girl. This layout was inspired by a card made by Debra Miller!!! Thanks for the inspiration, Debra!

The second card is from one of my absolutely FAVORITE new sets - called Tail Feathers. I colored with COPICS. Thank you to Chelsea Corner for giving me some tips at TAC Seminar! I hope to continue improving on my coloring skills with these markers.

Sew Thankful

2010-06-28T22:35:00.005-05:00

This card was made with one of our brand new stamp sets - introduced at TAC Seminar just a couple of days ago! It is called Sew Thankful. I colored with COPICS! This set isn't up to view on the website yet - but when it is - I"ll link to it!

2010-06-20T20:00:00.008-05:00

New Catty Sneak Peak........... Blog Hop!!!!!!

Some fellow angels and myself are participating in a Blog Hop that shows off some of the incredible images that will be offered in our NEW Catalog and Inspiration Book - available at the end of June! My card uses one of our new Hostess Sets - it is a Level B set and is called Happiness Is.

Here are links to the other Blogs. Have Fun hopping around!

Graduation Card using Take Pride

2010-06-02T21:54:00.003-05:00

This stamp set is another of my favorites that is being retired - it is called Take Pride. The sentiment is perfect for a Graduation card (of which I have four to attend in June!) I stamped with the Memento Tuxedo Black stamp pad, colored with COPICS, and of course embellished with Scrappers Floss and tiny brads. The cardstock used is from the Grays Monochromatic pack. I also used the Labels One Nestabilties. For a different look, I used my paper trimmer to slice off one side of the Label.

Masculine Card Blog Hop

2010-05-16T20:00:00.009-05:00

This month's Paper Wings Blog Hop has the theme of Masculine Cards. Paper Wings is an ALL Angel Company group where can get inspiration for cards and projects made with our products!

For this card, I used one of retiring (sadly) stamp sets called Happy Day. I colored it with Watercolor Pencils and layered with our Winchester paper pack. I also used our Labels Four Nestabilities dies - I just LOVE these things! I am quickly becoming addicted (and a collector!) of them.

Be sure to visit the blogs of the other participants to get even MORE inspiration for those Masculine Cards!

Rita
Heidi
Carol
Shirley
Teresa

Laurie

Gerbera Daisy Nestabilities Style

2010-05-09T19:45:00.009-05:00

I was so surprised to see the Gerbera Daisy stamp on the list of stamps to be discontinued for the new catalog! The card here is for my 'Farewell' workshop later this month. Participants will make 5 cards using some of my FAVORITE retiring stamp sets.

To make this card I stamped with the Tuxedo Memento Stamp pad, colored with COPICS, and the diecuts are made from the Nestabilities Labels 5 set! I used the fabulous and bright paper pack - More Mimi - on this card!

With Sympathy

2010-05-02T18:50:00.006-05:00

As I was going through some things today, I found a box of cards I saved from when my mother passed away a little over a year ago. It made me remember how comforting those handmade sympathy cards were during that tragic time.

You don't realize how much it is appreciated - but it is so very comforting to receive a handmade card during the difficult time of loss.

I have created a simple Sympathy card to share with you today. I used the Bazzill Monochromcatic Violet papers, Lavender Sachet and Violette Palette Ink Pads, and stamps from Swirly Gigs (soon retiring) and With Sympathy. You can't really tell in the picture - but I also highlighted a bit with our clear Stardust Glitter Pen

Reece Paper Pack - BOGO in April!

2010-04-04T22:53:00.006-05:00

Wow - another paper pack being offered as a Buy One get one FREE opportunity! This time, Reece! The regular price is $6.95 per pack - in April you'll get TWO packs for that price!!!! I love the dark, rich colors of this paper pack. Also available (but not on sale) are the coordinating cardstock, ribbon and hardware.

I have created some projects, see below, so you can get some ideas on how to incorporate this beautiful paper in your cards and scrapbook pages!

Cards using Reece

2010-04-04T22:44:00.014-05:00

Here are a couple of cards I made using the Reece paper pack and cardstock.

The first card features a stamp set introduced in Serendipity - it is called Little Bird. I absolutely LOVE this set! The images and sentiments are ones you will use over and over again! I colored the image with Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils. Again - you will notice a tag featured on this card!

The second card features no stamping - it simply shows off our wonderful patterened paper! Accessories used on this card include Bitty Blossoms (Garden), red button (non TAC), Red Scrappers Floss, and Reece Ribbon. I sponged the flower with the Bordeaux Palette ink pad.

Family Scrapbook Page

2010-04-04T22:39:00.006-05:00

This scrapbook page features Reece paper and cardstock. The stamps used on the page include Flourish Bet and Family is Forever. The colored ink I used is Bordeaux. Did you you notice I incorporated a Tag on this page too? I just love that extra page of embellishments included in each paper pack!!!!

More Mimi paper - BOGO in March!!!!!

2010-03-04T21:11:00.007-06:00

Here are a couple of cards that I made using our More Mimi paper pack. This FABULOUS double-sided paper pack is on sale - Buy One get one FREE in March. What a great opportunity to purchase this wonderful selection of paper. I am planning a workshop in April - so have been playing with these papers. Here are a couple of cards I have made using this yummy paper pack!

On the first card, I used both sides of one sheet (creme with floral print and light brown). I used one of my favorite stamp sets - All Things of Nature and colored with my COPIC markers. The second card I used two different sheets - one showing off both sides (the center square). I paper pieced the snail on this one, and highlighted it using the Stardust Glitter Gel pens. The snail and saying are from the stamp set Doodlebugs.

Hello Sweet Baby

2010-02-15T20:02:00.003-06:00

A friend needed a baby card - so I was playing with one of my new Serendipity Stamp Sets called Bountiful Bears. I used Toodle Loo paper and the saying is from the Hello Baby stamp set. Of course I finished it off by stamping on the Toodle Loo tag, and embellishing with Scrappers Floss - my absolutely FAVORITE embellishment!!!!!! I did my coloring with COPIC markers - I just love these things...... and since they dry right away - I was even able to color my White Scrappers Floss the right shade of green!

More Fun with Walnut Inks

2010-02-02T21:34:00.003-06:00

I have been playing with my Walnut Inks again. These are two of the cards I have created. They are being offered at a workshop at my home (along w/ 3 other cards) on March 2 and March 5. If you'd like information on my workshops - please contact me! I used inks from both sets of Walnut Inks for the cards - Set 1 and Set 2

Valentines Blog Hop!

2010-01-24T20:10:00.012-06:00

I am a member of Paper Wings - which is an all Angel Company group. You will find LOTS of great ideas on this site! This month, a number of us are taking part in a Blog Hop for Valentines goodies. I had fun designing this card from a Sketch I saw. I used Miss Moxie paper and Miss Moxie cardstock as my base. I cut the shapes using my Cricut! The stamps I used were from the set Hoppy Everything. I colored with COPICS - my new favorite coloring medium! They will be available in our upcoming issue (starting Jan 25!) of Serendipity!

Be sure to check out all of the other blogs for some FABULOUS ideas!

Jen's Ink Spot
Angel at My Door
Christine's Creative Therapy
Blessings Ink
Soapbox Creations
Hoosier Card Angel Creations
Chelsea's Creative Corner
Rita's Creations
Glittered Paws
Stampin Hot in Arizona
Laurie's Stampin and Scrappin Place
Artistic Detours
Amethyst Designs
Memory Preserves
The Smilin' Stamper
Papercrafting in Paradise
Angelic Impressions
Trudy's Treasures
Angel2389

More Sneak Peaks from Serendipity

2010-01-16T19:42:00.009-06:00

The first card was made with a stamp set called Little Cupcake. This stamp set is actually in the current issue of Serendipity! The second card was made using our new Wonder and Joy stamp set! And.... if you notice, I used Nestabilities! Yes - they are in Serendipity too! You can look at the Serendipity publication on February 1!!!!!!!

Sneak Peak Stamps from Serendipity

2010-01-11T20:52:00.003-06:00

With our new issue of Serendipity going live on February 1, I was able to pre-order some of the new stamp sets.

I have enjoyed playing with them, and thought I"d share some of my cards!

Fun with Walnut Inks

2009-12-21T10:51:00.006-06:00

For my monthly hostess club, it was requested I do some cards using our Walnut Inks. So - I had fun playing yesterday! Hope you like 'em!

The first card was made using the Walnut Ink Resist technique. Simply stamp with Versamark, emboss with clear embossing powder, use Applicator Caps on the Walnut Inks to create the background, then put the cardstock between paper and iron for a short while. The ironing takes off what you embossed, and you have your image left. Then I stamped the sentiment with our Noir Palette Stamp Pad. The stamp set I used is Take Pride.

The second card was made by spritzing a few colors of the Walnut Ink on white cardstock, stamping with stamps from True Beauty and Curls and Swirls, cutting with Fancy scissors, and putting it together. A simple way to get a beautiful and unique background!

It's Snowing!!!!!!

2009-12-08T18:29:00.006-06:00

In honor of today's snow, and the fact that (oops) I haven't posted in a month - here is a card I made for my November hostess club! The stamp set is called Squirrely Girl. How did I make the background? It was easy with my Scor-Pal and Scor-Bug! I just LOVE this tool!

Faux Alligator Background

2009-11-01T10:39:00.007-06:00

This is a card we made in our October Hostess Club! The background was made using a technique I saw on a fellow angels blog - Kelly Rae

It wasn't that difficult, and really creates a fun background!

I took my Versamark stamp pad and used the Brayer to ink up my base cardstock (in this case, Olive). Then, I poured clear embossing powder over the top. Next step - I took a stylus, and drew lines through the embossing powder as I wanted the background to look. From there, heat with the Embossing Gun, and there you have it! A unique background! The stamps used on this card are from Happy Trails and Wild West. Of course, I had to add some Tan Scrappers Floss to this project, too!

Build a Snowman

2009-11-01T10:31:00.010-06:00

Gotta LOVE this stamp set! It is available through the end of December for just $15.95 with an additional $30 purchase!

November Specials

2009-11-01T10:17:00.010-06:00

November Vintage Stamp Set
just $16.50, retail value is $21.95

November Stamp of the Month
$9.75 w/ an additional $30 purchase

October Angel Blog Hop

2009-10-18T19:56:00.010-05:00

I am participating in another Blog Hop - this time featuring projects for Fall. This cute, little treat pail was made with the Hemingway SWIC paper collection. This was one of the projects for my Monthly Hostess Club. The stamps used were from Pick of the Patch and Give Thanks. I colored them with my Tombow markers. and added some sparkle with the Clear Glitter Gel pen. Of course- I had to use my favorite embellishment, Scrappers Floss, too! That's what I used to tie the punched circle around the pail. I filled it up with a yummy mixture of candy corn and roasted peanuts!

Be sure to visit the following blogs that are also featuring Fall projects using stamps and papers from The Angel Company! I'm sure you'll get some great ideas for your own projects!

Fall and Winter Whimsy Stamp Set

2009-10-15T23:11:00.002-05:00

This stamp set is being offered during October only - and it is being offered at a discount off of the Suggested Retail Selling Price. Take advantage of this opportunity! It is fantastically GREAT stamp set - especially for those that like to color!!!!

http://www.theangelcompany.net/Promos_Flyers.html

2009-10-03T18:48:00.006-05:00

Wouldn't this little game tin be fun for a kids birthday party? What a great party favor - so many different stamps and themes could be used to adapt this for various occasions.

It was really easy to make. I started with the Round Metal tins featured in our catalog. I stamped on yellow cardstock with the candle from our Little Cupcake stamp set. The swirls were made with one of the stamps from our Curls and Swirls stamp set. The bright inks used were Claret and Beaux Arts Blue. I colored using the Stardust Glittering Gel Pens, and highlighted with the Stardust Clear Gelly Pen. I punched holes with my 1/8" punch, and then layered everything up inside. I used a lot of foam tape!!!!! I added some BBs, and then covered the outer part of the tin with strips of paper from our Tutti Frutti pack. Give it a try!

2009-10-01T22:05:00.005-05:00

I have been making a lot of cards with these two stamp sets lately! Funny Farm and Funny Farm Phrases. On this card, I used pink cardstock and our Uptown Girl paper pack. I also outlined the pig using our Clear Sparkle Gel Pens. Do you like these stamps? Contact me directly and I will give you a great deal - both stamp sets for $24.95 (retail value is $30.90)!!!

View Master Card

2009-09-25T14:05:00.004-05:00

Remember looking through View Masters when you were a kid? (Okay - maybe I am 'dating' myself!!!!)

This card was simple to make - and is a unique way to give someone a greeting for any occasion - Birthday, New Baby, Christmas, Thanksgiving or any other occasion you can think of! ! You spin the View Master wheel, and expose various images!

I used the directions by a fellow Angel, Joani. Click on this link to see her instructions. The paper I used is from our Reece SWIC, and the stamp set I used was Christmas Mini's. It worked perfectly for the little spaces!

The dimensions I used were: main card, 5 1/4" x 10 1/2", the patterned paper was 5" x 5" and the circle I cut for the View Master Piece was 4 1/4". I cut it on my Cricut machine.

2009-09-10T20:29:00.002-05:00

This Halloween card features a stamp from a stamp set called Flourish Trees of Hope. It isn't a stamp set one would typically use for a Halloween card. It is great fun to use stamps in a non-traditional way! I made a little Halloween Tree by putting dots of Orange Peel Stickles on the tree. The pumpkin is from the stamp set For All Seasons - a nice, basic stamp set to have to make cards for many different holidays and occasions! The sentiment is from Happy Haunting! How did I make the moon????? I punched a circle from a large circle punch, and used the negative to create the circle by sponging with the Paris Lights Palette Ink Pad. Super Easy!!! Then - I finished the card using some black ribbon and an abundance of colors of our FABULOUS Scrappers Floss! The patterned paper I used was Cha Cha!

2009-09-10T20:24:00.003-05:00

I am working on some cards for a Kids Cards Stamp a Stack I will be hosting. This is one of them I came up with. I just think these Robots are a lot of FUN! And the Bright cardstock and Kaleidoscope Boyz paper is sure to bring a smile to a child's face!

September Vintage Stamp Set

2009-09-01T17:10:00.005-05:00

Check out this adorable stamp set for Halloween! It is available during the month of September only - for just $9.75! It has a retail value of $12.95! You won't be able to get this stamp set after September 30!

One More Month for Double Hostess Credits

2009-08-31T22:47:00.004-05:00

Don't let this opportunity slip away! Through September 30, any orders (workshop or personal) totalling $100 or more in retail sales will earn you DOUBLE HOSTESS CREDITS. What does this mean? At a minimum.... any two items in ANY of our publications for 50% off, and any two Level A hostess sets from ANY of our publications free!

Be sure to contact me directly via email to take advantage of this opportunity!

Simple Fall Card

2009-08-27T23:36:00.010-05:00

This simple, fall inspired card features our Penelope paper and cardstock. The image is from Everyday Events - a truly versatile stamp set! And.... as a final embellishment, Brown Scrappers Floss. I pierced the corners using a piece of plastic canvas as a guide, and colored the image with our Prismacolor Pencils.

Fall/Winter Magalogue is Here

2009-08-23T20:39:00.028-05:00

I just received my shipment of Inspiration Avenue, our Fall/Winter 2009 Magalogue. I am posting a few pictures below! There are over 50 stamp sets in total, and 42 NEW stamp sets that have never been in ANY TAC publication previously! You should see my list already - and that's just after the first look through! From everyday stamp sets, to a lot of Fall, Halloween, Christmas and Winter stamps, there is something for everyone. I am really excited to see a lot of phrases introduced for the insides of cards, also. I struggle with that sometimes!

I can't take orders for stamps in this publication until September 1. But, if you want a copy, be sure to email me and I"ll make sure you get one. The cost is $2.95, with an additional cost of $2.50 if you'd like me to ship it to you.

New Catalog Image Blog Hop

2009-08-16T20:00:00.024-05:00

I am participating in my first Blog Hop! It is among several consultants with The Angel Company - and we want to share projects made with stamps that are new to the recently released TAC Catalog and Idea Book.

This card is made using the Fairy Birthday stamp set, the Lilly Anna paper collection, and once again, one of my favorite coloring mediums - the Sparkle Gel Pens.

The bright colors bring a smile to my face - I hope they bring a smile to yours, too!

Visit these blogs to see more creations with stamps from the New Catalog!

Kim
Diane
Rita
Shirley
Laurie U
Christina
Suzanne
Teresa
Ginger
Laurie
Heather
Stacy

Card from my Christmas in August Stamp a Stack

2009-08-15T21:04:00.004-05:00

I thought I"d share one of the cards that we created at my Christmas in August SAS! It is using the Christmas Circles and Tag Tidbits stamp sets, the Bordeaux Palette Stamp pad, and Reece Cardstock, Reece Paper, Reece Ribbon. It was a fun, and easy card to do!

What I Got in MY Surprise Box!!!!!

2009-08-15T20:43:00.019-05:00

Look at what I got in MY Surprise Box - wow! While they are all different, it is just like CHRISTMAS when you get one! I am ordering another one next week to see what other treasures they send me!

Included in MY box: Perfect Pearls, Memory Markers, Silver Tape, Boot Loopy Brads, Pastel Round Sequins, Maya Road Card Box and Cards, UTEE Flex, Bright Round Sequins, 7 Gypsies Photo Turns, Glaze Jelly Pens, Metallic Staples, Princess Brads, Bazzill Chips, Pumpkin Stayzon Stamp Pad, 6 x 6 SEI scrapbook album, Big Circle Coluzzle and knife, Mega Shipping Tag punch, FOUR 8 x 8 paper packs, Stamp and Stick Gluepad, 5 x 7 Album Tin and Book, 12 x 12 Pink Scrapbook album, (and additional pages and posts), TWO $19.95 paper packs.

Wow - so much I couldn't even fit it in one picture!

Super Surprise Boxes!

2009-08-05T19:30:00.011-05:00

This annual offer from TAC is just SO MUCH FUN! As they discontinue product (to make room for new stuff), they create these AWESOME Surprise Boxes! You won't be disappointed if you order one - you get an EXTREME value for your money!

For just $75 (plus shipping/tax) you receive a box FULL of goodies with a guaranteed retail value of at least $150. Each box contains different items, and may include: paper, cardstock, embellishments, stamp pads, ribbon,stamp sets, stamp grab bags, storage, coloring mediums, and more! This year.... they are randomly putting in Gift Certificates with a value between $50 and $100 for TAC stamps! WOW - can you imagine if got one of those?

I can order starting August 10 - if you want one, feel free to contact me prior to August 10 so I can get your order ready to go. They are available until August 28, or when they are sold out (which typically occurs!)

Since we are offering Double Hostess credits right now, if you order one of these boxes, plus an additional $25 in product from our current publications, you will also get two half price items, and two level A hostess sets!

Playful Kitties

2009-08-04T19:42:00.011-05:00

I was playing with this set tonight, and came up with this card. I love the colors! The stamps used were Playful Kitties and Bitty Bugs. The paper is from our fabulous Lilly Anna collection. I colored, again, with the Stardust Glitter pens! Everyone should have these in their collection!

August Vintage Stamp Set

2009-08-02T14:15:00.009-05:00

August Stamp of the Month

2009-08-02T14:14:00.004-05:00

Double Hostess Credits

2009-08-02T12:11:00.042-05:00

Do you have a big wish list? Between now and September 30, you will receive DOUBLE HOSTESS CREDITS with your workshop order. This means, at a minimum, you will receive any two catalog items at a 50% discount, and two level A hostess sets. The minimum sales for a workshop is just $100.

Collect orders from your friends (or even just YOU) that total $100 or more

Schedule a workshop with your friends - and everyone that comes will make 3 cards (0r a scrapbook page and a card)

Schedule a Stamp-a-Stack with your friends - for a cost of $20, everyone will make a total of 15 cards! This event can be customized to fit your needs.

For more details on this special promotion, including extra stamps/papers/kits you can earn based on the level of the sales, click below.

http://theangelcompany.net/Promos_DoubleFun.html

Simple, But Elegant, Gerbera Daisy

2009-08-02T11:48:00.018-05:00

This is one of my favorite cards. It was created for an All Day Stamping event I held in my home. It was simple to make, yet has the look of elegance.

The stamp sets used on the card were Gerbera Daisy and Tag Tidbits. I stamped with the Gold Brilliance stamp pad, and embossed with Gold embossing powder. I colored with our Fabulous Stardust Glitter Pens - gotta love 'em! Paper used was the Bazzill Violette Monochromatic paper pack. Add a little of thin, gold, thread, and you have made this elegant card!