So I honestly had planned to get a bunch of birthday cards made this weekend. Guess how many I made? One. Yep, just one. Sometimes, that's just the way it works out. Time, or better said the lack of time, plays a big part in this. And it's crazy because school hasn't started and soccer season hasn't kicked into high gear yet. Where did this weekend go? I managed to get a couple things made this weekend, but my favorite is the … [Read more...] about Best Laid Plans…
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How To Be A Demonstrator…
Okay, here is the inside scoop on how to be a Stampin Up Demonstrator. Sign up! Go to a Stampin Up Event and see lots of brand new products that you can't wait to have. Go home and agonize over which things to order since there is a limited time to decide and a limited selection for the Event's pre-order. Miss the three day window for the Event's pre-order period because you spent so much time … [Read more...] about How To Be A Demonstrator…
On Our Way to OnStage
Today we leave for OnStage! I have been counting down the days to this trip. I so look forward to these Stampin Up events. They do an incredible job putting on these on. Every little detail is considered – from the themes to the displays to the table decor. And tonight, I get to attend CentreStage, which is the special recognition dinner for those Demonstrators at Silver Elite and above. This will be my first time attending this event. Thank … [Read more...] about On Our Way to OnStage
Balloon Adventures
This past Saturday, I was at the Just Crop Retreat. I shared one of the Make and Takes that I offered here last Friday. Today I have the second Make and Take. The Party Animal Suite is one of my favorites from the Occasions Catalog. I love the fun, festive colors. The stamps and papers are great for either a boy or a girl, old or young. This card is very similar to one of the samples in the Occasions Catalog. I changed it up slightly to … [Read more...] about Balloon Adventures
Teenagers!
That one word says it all. If you’re a parent of a teen or teens, you know exactly what I’m talking about. You constantly vacillate between “I can’t wait for them to move out” and “I can’t believe they are going to move out”. Yesterday, our oldest turned 17, which means the "move out" could be right around the corner for us.We still have another year and half of high school and we’ll see where he ends up for college. I worry … [Read more...] about Teenagers!
It’s Party Week Here In The Studio
As I mentioned on Monday, it is officially party week at my house. I have four Holiday parties this week, three of which are here at my house. Monday's party was absolutely fabulous! Poli hosted a Paint and Vino night here in my studio. We had the best time. You can see the instructor's painting laying on the edge of the table. Below is my version. I'm not much of a painter, that's my daughter's talent. The sky is supposed to be reminiscent … [Read more...] about It’s Party Week Here In The Studio
OnStage Display – Another Sneak Peak
Today, I have another sneak peak of an upcoming new product in the Occasions Catalog. This was a birthday card that I made for the OnStage Display earlier this month. This new Party Animal Suite is pretty fabulous. I love the bright, bold pattern papers and the Balloon Adventures stamp set has some great sentiments included. This card is a relatively simple design. The pattern on the paper is so big that I wanted to keep it my focal point … [Read more...] about OnStage Display – Another Sneak Peak
OnStage – Phoenix
Today we leave for OnStage in Phoenix. This is a one day event put on by Stampin Up for active Demonstrators. You’re probably wondering why we take the time and trouble to attend a one day event six hours away from us. Honestly, there is nothing like these events to inspire and motivate me. I love attending Stampin Up events. Saturday’s event will be filled with business tips, stamping presentations, and recognition for various achievements. … [Read more...] about OnStage – Phoenix