Happy Stampin' Up! CYBER MONDAY!

Woo hoo! Today is Cyber Monday, and I really seem to get into that more than Black Friday.  So I'll just chat for a minute here - then back to SHOPPING!!!!

I CASEd this card from Kay Kalthoff - and I sell a LOT of them!  Every girl needs a cute shopping purse, right?!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: none
Ink: none
Paper: Neutrals Collection DSP Stack, Red Glimmer Paper, Basic Gray, Basic Black
Extras: Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Cupcake Builder punch - on SALE right now for $11.87, 1" Circle punch, 3/4" Circle punch, Scallop Edge Border punch, Framed Tulips embossing folder
Inspired by: Kay Kalthoff  (I could not find her specific post ANYwhere!)

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.

Have the itch to do some Cyber Monday shopping?  Check out the Stampin' Up! Online Extravaganza where you'll find the Cupcake Builder Punch and a whole lot more on sale! Shopping in my Online Store is super easy - give it a try today.  

Thanks for stopping by today - Happy Monday!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

BLACK Friday!!!

I know, I should be posting a turkey idea!!!  But since it is Black Friday today and that makes me think of Halloween besides great shopping deals, I wanted to share with you the little treats I made for my kids on Halloween!

 

I just 'happened' to come across this 1/2 price punch at Target - and knew that face was too darling to ignore!  Well, then I had to use it to justify my purchase, right?! You know how that is.  :)  So I went home and made some Halloween treat favors for all my kids - my own children, my small group at church, and my student workers at my job.  Too fun!

 

Using the Two Tags die from Stampin' Up!, I cut 2 orange tags and punched one of them.  I folded each tag on the score line, overlapped the flaps and fastened them together.  I put green ribbon through the tag holes like a pumpkin stem, and stacked and taped candy bars inside.  As you can imagine, these were well-received!

 

And take a look at my new Personalized Stamp - makes copyrighting my work a cinch!  And the lucky recipients know where to find me to get more!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Personalize Contact/Copyright Stamp
Ink: Pumpkin Pie
Paper: Bright Orange (generic)
Extras: Satin Picot Ribbon (Walmart), Pumpkin Face punch (EK Success)
Inspired by: me and my love of chocolate treats!

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.

 

If you're in the mood to shop, check out the Online Extravaganza for some awesome deals.
I hope you enjoyed your turkey and pumpkin pie! Now for a little football . . . !

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.   J

Snowman Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow! Here's one more THANKS card to send you on your way.  We've already flirted with a couple snowfalls where I live in MN - so this little chubby guy will soon a regular guest around here!

I sponged the edges with Chocolate Chip ink to help the vintage look along a bit!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Tags & More (retired), Thanks (unknown)
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze
Paper: Sahara Sand, Baja Breeze, Eskimo Kisses (BasicGrey)
Extras: Snowflake button (Country Appliques)
Inspired by: me!

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.

Feel like shopping?  Check out the Online Extravaganza for some awesome deals.

Here's hoping you have a blessed and restful Thanksgiving counting all the many ways your life has been enriched.  Thanks for stopping by today - I am thankful for YOU!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

Online Shopping Extravaganza - get your SU! DEALS here!

Welcome to the 2012 Online Extravaganza - and wow! What a sale! You can shop online anytime beginning Monday! And you don't HAVE to shop online if you prefer to call or email me with your order!  If a bunch of us order together, we'll save on shipping costs.

 

Click HERE to see ALL Online Extravaganza sale items!  Be sure to notice the DOORBUSTERS for 11/19 and 11/28 only.

NOTE: Even though it's called 'Online'...you can call (952-955-3806) or email (clocards@gmail.com) your orders to me. I will place group orders on Nov. 19 and Nov. 28 only to take advantage of the Doorbusters...be sure to contact me by 1pm (CST) in order to ensure your order gets placed in time. I will need check, cash, or your credit card number in hand to place your order.

 

Go for it and shop this year's Extravaganza!

  

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

 

A Grateful Heart = True Happiness

How to be happy??  The words on this card couldn't say it any better!  We made this card at Dawn Olchefske's DOstamping Card Class.  Besides a great message, it displays a cool technique - double background stamping!

This is so cool - I had never thought of using TWO background stamps like this - but I love it!  Take a look at Dawn's 10-Minute Tuesday Video to learn how to Double Background stamp.

Add a little ribbon and some pearls - and you have one of my new favorite designs! 

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Woodgrain, Sunflower, Pursuit of Happiness
Ink: Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Early Espresso
Paper: Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso
Extras: 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon in Crumb Cake, Basic Pearls
Inspired by: Dawn Olchefske

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.


Thanks, Dawn! And thanks to YOU for stopping by today!

~Hugs~ Cheryl O. J

It's Coming - the Day of Gratitude!

What a day it will be - that day of gratitude!  Here in the U.S., we celebrate our Thanksgiving Day next Thursday.  But your day of gratitude can be ANY day, any time.

My card today was inspired by a creation I saw on Bada-Bing! Papercrafting - I gave it my own twist and here is the 'thank you' card I came up with!

And yes, thanks to Kay Kalthoff reminding us . . . I am trying to decorate the INSIDE of my cards, too!

Love those uber-cool Designer Ribbon Slides - so easy to use and economical to boot!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Day of Gratitude
Ink: Early Espresso, Versamark
Paper: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Festival of Prints DSP Stack
Extras: Designer Ribbon Slides, 3/8" Taffeta ribbon in Crumb Cake, Large Scallop Edgelit, Essentials Paper Piercing Pack
Inspired by: Mindy Backes

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.

I hope you make TODAY a day of gratitude!  Blessings to you and yours.

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

Texture Boutique: embossing made simple and affordable!

Woo hoo!  Such great news . . . .

Love the look of texture embossing, but just never felt like you could afford it? NOW YOU CAN!!!

Due to Stampin' Up!'s partnership with Sizzix, we are pleased to be able to offer a test run of the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine in our North American markets. We have 4,000 available to be sold only while supplies last. If this product test goes well, we may offer the Texture Boutique again in the future.

The Texture Boutique works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece. This machine embosses only; it does not die cut. Because this is a product test, the Texture Boutique is not branded with the Stampin' Up! logo. It comes in Sizzix packaging and is the same color and design that is sold in stores. We recommend you read the included instructions before using the Texture Boutique.

'Tis the season of giving, and the Texture Boutique makes a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to create their own elegant embossed art. To help you with your gift-giving needs, we're offering a special value bundle that saves you $5.90. If you prefer, you can also purchase the Texture Boutique alone. Looking for stocking stuffers? Pick up some additional embossing folders.

Texture Boutique Bundle
Item 132700
$39.95 (a $45.85 value)
Includes
•Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
•Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
•Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive

Texture Boutique Embossing Machine
Item 132657
$29.95
Includes
•Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim


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So what are you waiting for?  Order YOURS today in my Online Store.

 

Now . . . aren't you glad you stopped by today??

 

 ~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J