Another Thinking Inking Video From Jennifer McGuire

Have you been following all the Thinking Inking videos over on the two peas website? If not, here is the next one in the series, more paint daubers!
You can see lots of samples and the PDF of this class

Free Stampin Up Catalog!

I am feeling a little patriotic tonight after creating all of those red white and blue cards. It has also occured to me that this year marks my 20th Anniversary in the Air Force, I can hardly believe it has been almost 20 years since I packed up my bags and headed off to basic training! What an amazing ride it has been. Also, this week marked the beginning of the new stampin up year, how exciting is that? Since I am feeling in the mood to celebrate, I would like to offer up 10 free Stampin Up catalogs! That's right, if you want your very own idea book and catalog, now is your chance to get one for free! Simply Comment on my blog sometime over this weekend. On Monday, I will pull ten names and send out 10 FREE catalogs!

Just a few more Red white and Blue for you!

I was trying to come up with my red white and blue entries for late night stampers and I really wanted to some fire works, this flower stamp from Kind and Caring thoughts was the best I could come up with
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I also wanted to do something red white and blue, but not necessarily the typical patriotic theme. I still have about 80 cards to make and send to CFH, after my Memorial Day Challenge, so I made this card for military family members. I used the flowers from embrace life again and the sentiment is from the new Service and Sacrifice set which really comes in handy for all those military cards I have to make!

Red White and Blue

I like to keep a stash of cards at the office for last minute use. It never fails a co-worker has a birthday or gets promoted and we forget or didnt know, so I like to make cards that I can keep in a box at work that can be pulled out and signed at a moment's notice. This first card I made for just that, since joining the military almost 20 years ago, I have made so many friends and met people all over the world. Many times, we celebrate things like babies, marriages and promotions without our loved ones, so I always like to have some handmade cards to try and help make the day just a little bit more special.


Late Night Stampers has a challenge to create a Red White and Blue card, while Stampin 411 had a sketch challenge, so I took both of them and these are the Two Cards I came up with. The first card is simply real red, Night of Navy and Whisper White and a simple sentiment from the new service and sacrafice set.

The second card is another from the Embrace Life set, I just love this flower (a dogwood, I think). Anyway, I combined some real red and brilliant blue to water-color the flowers. I used my eyelet border punch on both cards and skimmed my moonlight white ink pad over the cardstock to give it a worn look, I really like the way it came out. The flowers were a little too big for the Stampin 411 sketch challenge, so I overlapped them a little to make it match the sketch a little more.

Happy 4th of July!

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A little more embracing life

I am really enjoying playing with this set! I love how versatile it is, but then again, what SU stamp isn't? I didn't notice that I forgot to put a sentiment on this card, until I saw it on the screen, oh well, I think the flowers are still very striking! I used some old SAB ribbon and some old olive paper, along with my mellow moss (yep, I think it is my favorite green!)














This card front was done on the other side of my Mellow Moss Cardstock, I added some old olive patterned paper (Both sides) to add some layers and the left over dogwood from my last post, sponged some old olive around the edges (How do you sponge them without getting the round daubber marks anyway) Guess I will have to practice that technique.

Happy Stampin'
Angi

Embrace Life

I am loving this set! It's not an new SU set, but it is new to me! I just got it in my shipment today and I really do love it! I cased all three cards from the internet somewhere, if they are your designs, please let me know so I can give you credit. I am really bad about keeping track of whose ideas I like!


The second card uses a die I have in my stash, its not SU, but I think it really goes perfectly with this flower from the Embrace life set! I of course had to use the new in-colors cardstock and ribbon and the card on top is the razzleberry lemonade DSP, isnt it just yummy?

Now that I see this one on the screen, I realize I probably should have watercolored with a different water color since its so close to the cardstock, its hard to tell the flower is a seperate item.

Anyway, the die cut is from sizzix, its a dogwood flower w/stem. I dont know how long I have had it, but it is the old red kind, so its probably a few years old.


I cased this one from the internet too, isnt it just beautiful! I used some mellow moss ink for this one, I am really thinking that this is one of my favorite greens in the SU line-up. Dusty Durango cardstock and marker topped off this creation. I love the way it turned out!

Free Truck SVG file

Here is the latest freebie from SVG cuts, be sure to stop by their page and see all the great files they have to offer!

Make your summertime gatherings special with the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit

Spending time with family and friends can make the splendid, lazy days of summer ones you'll always remember. With the simple and speedy projects in the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit, every occasion to gather becomes a reason to celebrate!

For just $24.95, you'll have what you need to throw a fantastic summer barbecue, including

• Dig In stamp set
• Die-cut table tents (two each of four colors)
• Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create eight shish kabob invitations
• Die-cut coasters (three each of four colors)
• Die-cut tags (four each of four colors)
• 12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of two colors)
• Printed recipe cards (four)
• Linen thread (five yards)
• Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
• Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot

This offer is only available June 15 - August 31 (or while supplies last), so order on-line or phone me 302-670-7980 or by email at angi89@yahoo.com

Download Country_Living_0609_US flyer now!

Download Idea sheet - Download Country_Living_Kit_US_0609

See how Shelli used the kit!

Todays SVG Freebies

I just came across these fabulous US NAVY freebies on Denise's Scrapbooking Room Aren't they fabulous and there are many more freebies with lots of patriotic and military themes, You really wont be disappointed!
Denise has lots of freebies and even more files for purchase at her site, be sure to drop by and give her some love and check out what else she has going on!

Workshop of the Month: Razzle Dazzle

Want to make these gorgeous projects with your family and friends? Want to host a party at your home or mine, featuring this workshop and the new catalog? Maybe you would like to order a workshop in a basket, where I send you all of the supplies you need to complete this workshop at your house and you can get the same hostess benefits as having a regular workshop?
Contact me today at angi89@yahoo.com to schedule your workshop today! Hurry dates are sure to fill up fast with this beautiful set!w

Another Free SVG from Free SVGs

Free SVGs has done it again, check out this cute little gardening boot, isn't it adorable?? So cute, be sure to check out all their other freebies and files for purchase!!

New Marker Club!!!

If you have ever used the Stampin Up markers, you know how awesome they are and how convenient it is that they match with your ink and papers perfectly!

Stampin' Up!'s fabulous Stampin' Write Markers come in all 48 standard Stampin' Up! With the introduction of the new catalog, Stampin Up has also, for the first time ever, released in-color markers!!! Isn't that awesome!?!

All the new 2009-2010 colors -- Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay and Soft Suede!

This new set of In Color markers can be purchased for $17.95 -- OR -- you can receive them FREE from me.

Introducing the new 2009-2010 Marker Club!!!

You can get the entire set of 48 Stampin' Write Markers and the 6 new In-Color markers for only $35/month. You simply agree to pay $35.00/month for each of 4 months

Each Month, you will recieve one Stampin' Up! Color family of markers (Earth Elements, Soft Subtles, Bold Brights or Rich Regals) AND in the first month, you will also get, the new set of 6 In Color Markers. You will also get the complete storage case for your markers, during one of your four months in the club (in order of sign-up) No additional postage or fees will apply.

This Marker Club plan allows you to spread out your Marker purchase over four months and allows you to receive the first time ever-new set of In Color Markers for FREE.

Payment is due by the 1st or 15th of each month and you will receive your Markers before the 15th (if paying on the 1st) or before the end of the month (if paying on the 15th). If you join after the 15th of the month, your Marker Club membership will begin on the following month. You can sign-up now by clicking on the PayPal button below, your account will be billed automatically on the same day each month and your markers will ship to you automatically. Its really that simple!!

Did I mention this great offer includes free shipping too???? Just follow the Subscribe link below to join via paypal!

Summer Fun Recruiting Promotion

Promotion Details:

Become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with the limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit. The Mini Starter Kit contains the following products:

While anytime is a great time to join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator, joining during July and August is especially sweet!

Starting your own Stampin' Up! business means free and discounted products, plus a little extra cash--and who couldn't use that? Plus, from July 15 - August 31, you can become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for only $85!

The special, limited-time Mini Starter Kit contains many of the items you need to get started in your new business, including: (You need to contact me to order this Mini Kit)

• For All You Do stamp set - pg. 118
• In Color Classic Stampin' Pads (6) – pg. 155
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") - pg. 155
• In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11") - pg. 155
• Business forms and tools

Or if you want to buy the standard $199 Starter Kit, in addition to the supplies listed below, you'll get all six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads and one pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")--a $43 value! The standard Starter Kit includes:

• Four stamp sets
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge
• Stampin' Pastels
• Card stock
• Eastern Blooms Décor Elements and applicator tool
• Five Classic Stampin' Pads
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Blender pens
• Business forms and tools

You can sign up today, by clicking here, your password is angia

These special offers--the Mini Starter Kit and the In Color add-on to the standard Starter Kit--are only available for a limited time, so you must act fast!

Benefits of Becoming a Demonstrator
Whether you just love to stamp, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, the Stampin' Up! opportunity is the right fit for you. Stampin' Up! demonstrators enjoy many benefits, with just a few listed below:

• Product discount. Demonstrators get a 20 percent discount on all Stampin' Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories. It's a great way to support your love of stamping and paper crafting.
• Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. Maybe you just want enough income to pay the electric bill every month, or maybe your goal is bigger--the monthly payment for your new car--it's your decision!
• Flexible schedule. This is your business, so you can put in as much (or as little) time as will suit you and your family.
• Support: Stampin' Up! loves their demonstrators and it shows through our demonstrator support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics available on our Demonstrator Web Site.

So what are you waiting for? Contact me TODAY to join the Stampin' Up! family!

Thinking Inking Part Seven: Paint Daubers

Jennifer is back with more Thinking Inking Coolness! You can see the video here
To access the PDF file and samples click here to see all the greatness of the two peas community go here

New Decor Elements Catty

The New Definitley Decorative Catalog is online and WOW is it fantastic, I cant wait to get my hands on some of these items!

I thought you might find it useful to see a video SU did on applying Decor Elements to your walls!



Be sure to check out the new Decor Elements catty, I promise it won't disappoint!

Summer Is Still Fun with July's Summer Fun Promotions!

The brand-new 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog launches tomorrow, and I couldn't be any more excited! What a great way to keep the FUN in Summer Fun!

While today marks the last day of several exciting promotions (the sneak peek, hostess set preorder, and hostess bonus), tomorrow, July 1, marks the beginning of a new deal:

• From July 1-31, we're offering a new Deal of the Week each Monday at 10:00 AM (MT).

The first deal of the week, beginning July 1 at noon (MT) is (drum roll, please)...

Period	Item #	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Special Price
July 1-5, 2009	112091	187	Scallop Edge punch	$15.95	$10.99

The special promotional price will be available through July 6, 9:50 AM (MT). Be sure to check each Monday in July to find out what the new Deal of the Week is!

I love Free SVG Files- Free Train SVG

I just love when I find a new site with cute SVG files you can download for free, don't you? Today's Freebie comes from Paper Creativity, be sure to stop by and give her some love and see what else she has created!

Circle Scissors Video

One of my favorite fellow SU demos, Patty Bennett, created this fantastic video showing the versatility of the Circle Scissors Plus, its really great! If you love Patty's video as much as I do, be sure to stop by and send her some love!