Loads of Love

So Valentine's Day is over but we can always make cards for our loved ones! Who needs a specific holiday to inspire us, right?! I love the colors in this card and was pleased with the way it came out. This stamp set is one of the oldest ones in the Stampin' Up! catalog. I am not sure if its one of the original ones or not but I would bet on it. Its great for coloring with either markers or aqua painters, etc. I used markers this time because I wanted the color to be vibrant. I don't use this set enough but will have to remember to - it has a lot of cute stamps for the bed of the truck. Maybe you'll be seeing some more creations soon from me using it! Thanks for stopping by!

Stamps: Loads of Love
Paper: Baja Breeze, Real Red, Regal Rose & Whisper White
Ink: Black, Baja Breeze (sponged around punched sentiment) & markers
Other: Circle punches, Dotted Scallop Border Punch & Small Heart Punch

Happy Valentine's Day!

I love this card and wish the photo captured it better. For some reason its kind of dark in the picture. I was never into vintage anything but it is so huge now and its beginning to grow on me. I bought the crochet ribbon to try it out and ended up loving it and used it all up! I have to reorder more! Enjoy your day & thanks for stopping by!

Stamps: Tiny Tags

Paper: Pretty In Pink, Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip & Sending Love DSP

Ink: Pretty In Pink & Chocolate Chip

Other: Scallop Border & Jewelry Tag punches, "Victoria" Crochet Trim & Silver Cord, Big Shot Dies - Circle & Scallop Circle

Sweet Valentine

With Valentine's Day fast approaching I thought I'd show some cards that I've made recently before its too late. Today's card is one that I cased but don't remember where from. (sorry!) I love punches and use them in almost all of my cards & pages. The owl punch is definitely a fun one. I am thinking I will give this card to my husband, as he is certainly my sweet valentine.

Stamps: Level 2 Hostess set from Occasions Mini Catalog & Season Of Friendship (branch)

Paper: Real Red, Marina Mist, So Saffron, Early Espresso & Whisper White, Play Date DSP

Ink: Early Espresso

Other: Modern Label & Small Heart punches

Filled With Love Promotion

Stampin' Up!'s latest promotion goes until January 24, 2011. Purchase the Filled With Love Bundle (wood mount $32.90 or clear mount $26.90) and receive a free package of Bitty Buttons. Here is what is included in the bundle:

12x12 paper pack containes 12 sheets total. Three 12x12 sheets of two double-sided designs in Real Red & Pretty In Pink Click HERE to go to my website to purchase this bundle and get the preferred pricing!

Three Little Words

The Occasions Mini Catalog is out and it is chock full of beautiful Stampin' Up! goodness. I got my order on Friday but haven't had time to make anything with all the new fun toys yet. So until then, here's a little thank you card I made for a friend. Its simple and sweet, just what I needed in a hurry.

If you haven't seen the new mini catalog, click HERE to go directly to it. Enjoy :-)

Thanks for stopping by ~ Jacki

You Know Prancer and Dancer and Donner and Blitzen......

So this little guy is surely one of Santa's famous reindeer! Hubby took the kids a couple of weeks ago to check him and his other buddies out while I did some Christmas shopping. The kids were thrilled but a little taken aback by the smell lol. The reindeer were feasting to try to fatten up for the big trip, or at least thats what I was told by the littles. And I believe them!

Enough about the reindeer....you probably want to see another amazing card that I've created, right?! ; ) Another blue theme....I love how soft it looks. Another very easy card to make and reproduce over and over.

Thanks for stopping by! ~ Jacki

Only Six More Days

I am soooo not ready for Christmas! It has truly snuck up on me this year. Thankfully my shopping is 95% finished. I still need to wrap, bake, make & mail our Christmas cards and so on. I guess I am a last minute kind of girl! This is one of the cards I made that is easy to reproduce. It may or may not make it to the final cut. Tune in to find out which one does . Hopefully you are way more organized and prepared than I am and are enjoying this time of year!

Thanks for stopping by! ~ Jacki

Perfect & Bashful

I sometimes struggle with a title for a blog post and today I certainly did. Same when I send an email and leave the subject empty - ever do that? Well at least the title has to do with today's card! I used Perfect Plum & Bashful Blue as my color combo for a little twist on the usual holiday colors. It came out pretty if I do say so myself! Here's the recipe:

Stamps: Medallion,& Sincere Salutations & Serene Snowflakes

Paper: Perfect Plum, Bashful Blue & Whisper White

Ink: Perfect Plum & Bashful Blue

Other: Snowflake Punch, Rhinestones, Subtles Designer Button

Enjoy your weekend!

~ Jacki

Its Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas....

...in my craft room! I am trying to be ahead of the game or at least not late this year making my Christmas cards. Here is just one of the cards I've made, trying to use up my stash of paper & ribbons that are retired. I love the snowflake punch and how easy it makes a card look instantly more interesting. Be sure to check back soon for more to come!
Thanks for stopping by! ~ Jacki

Simply Amazing!

If you have ever thought about becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, you are in for a sweet deal! From November 15-30, you can purchase the Standard or Digital+ Starter Kit for only $87.50!!! That is 50% off the retail price of $175!

Whether you want to join SU! to become a business demo or just to get a great discount, this is a fantastic offer.

Here are just some of the reasons why joining has its perks:

• Earn additional income while sharing creativity
• Make new and lasting frienships
• Enjoy access to unlimited creative ideas
• Receive a free subscription to an exclusive monthly magazine
• Receive a two month's free subscription to your own business website
• Opportunity to earn free products and incentive trips!
  

Please feel free to contact me with any questions! Thanks for stopping by ~ Jacki