Witch Treat Box

Last night I had a great club meeting. Thanks guys....it is great to have you back! Here is the witch hat that I showed a sneak peak of. I was really happy with the way it came out.

Especially that it opens up and you can put treats inside!

Spooky Sign

So you know the cute bird albums that are on the clearnace rack? I had to make them into crows! Although my origanal intention was to put a ton of detail into it....well I didn't, but I still think it is cute! I covered the edge of each bird with black glitter, punched a hole in th bottom of each of them and lace our great new black lace through! With die cut letters from our Stampin Up! Halloween DSP. Here is the whole thing....

Parks and Rec Class Week 2

Here we go again! So here is the second set of cards that I made with my new Parks and Rec group. This one I made up...and just in time, I prepped it about 30 mins. before I had to leave:)

This next one was a convention make and take. This is such a great set and I love the way it blends on watercolor paper!

This pumpkin card is a take on a different convention make and take. I did a rock and roll technique on the pumpkin!

Sneak Peak Stampin Club

So my Stampin Club is starting up in about a week and a half and I am still looking for another member!!! Do you live in the Thousand Oaks area? Come join!!!! Check out my "stampin club" page above for more information about what we do! The first meeting is Thursday the 30th of September, and a full calendar of dates is available on the stampin club page. So wanna sneak peak of what we are doing this time around????...I'll give you a hint...its a treat box with a witchy style!

Parks and Rec Class Week 1

My Parks and Rec class started up again last Tuesday. I have to say I really enjoy this class, this time around it is almost all new faces.
As I did for the last two rounds we make three different cards for four consecutive weeks. If you live in the thousand oaks area and want to join me, visit my "up coming events" page at the top of my blog for more details and a link to register!

So here is the first card we made this time. As much as I am not a pink fan, I absolutely love hearts! So the set I {heart} hearts is a favorite of mine!

Next we made this butterfly card...and yes it is pink:) I know rarely do you see this color on my blog, but it happened! I try to have a variety of styles, colors and techniques.

So last but certainly not least, go figure a Halloween card! I am so in love with this set that you guys are probably gonna get sick of it :0 I cased all three of these cards(pretty much at least) from the stampin up catty or a past mini catty. They have such amazing projects in there! Hope you enjoy!

Spooky Bottle

I am so excited about Halloween!!! I LOVE decorating and making homemade gifts!!! I don't know if it is the colors, or the ravens and spider webs....but I think this is the best holiday for creating! So get ready for lots of Halloween to come!
Here is a bottle I decorated for a gift. I plan to fill it with Halloween M&Ms when I can find them in the store:)
I was itching to do some Halloween creating. I had hoped to do the Halloween challenge I set for the "crazy stampin ladies" but time got away from me. This bottle is very similar to what I had in mind for my card:)

Here is the close up showing the detail of glitter. I love black glitter! And how can you go wrong with orange striped tights!

Here is the full bottle. I am sure it will be even better with M&Ms.

And the cork. It needed the black rhinestones! With a sparkly bat!

So do you like it? If so join us for our Anything But a Card stamp Camp to make a similar project! Stay posted for more details!

Stamp Till You Cramp Preview Blog Hop

Stamp Till You Cramp Preview BLOG HOP!!

It's right around the corner -
the stamping event of the year and you won't want to miss it!! Only a few weeks left till our Annual Fall Stamp Till you Cramp event - Sweet Celebrations! which will be held on Saturday, October 9 in Thousand Oaks, CA. So if you live anywhere in our area you'll want to check it out and sign up TODAY! The price goes up on September 26 - so be sure to register NOW!

You can see all the details of this event at -

http://stampinking.blogspot.com/p/upcoming-events.html
Below is a Sneak Peek of my project - A vintage themed jar with a hand made paper flower, filled with decorated clothes pins! We will be using lots of new product including the new line of fabric Stampin Up is offering!

But our projects won't be all you'll get - there will also be two mini classes, food, a candy buffet, decorations, doorprizes, raffle baskets, displays and a LOT of FUN!! To continue on this Blog Hop and see snippets of all of the projects we'll be making, you'll want to go to Stampin' King's blog next - (I've listed all the sites on the Blog Hop below) -

http://simistamper.blogspot.com/

http://shadeeladee.blogspot.com/

http://stampinista.blogspot.com/

http://www.crazystampinglady.blogspot.com/

http://www.stampinking.blogspot.com/

I'm waiting to hear from you - just email or call me and we'll get you signed up for this great day of STAMPING!!

***BONUS***

purchase option for those of you out of our area or those who cannot attend due to other commitments - purchase all of the prepped supplies to make ALL four of our projects and BOTH of our mini classes for a total cost of $35 plus $5 S&H (checks for $40 payable to Heidi King) - we will include everything to make the projects except the inks, stamps, adhesives and jar. You will also receive by email full color pictures of all of the projects, with a complete materials list and brief instructions and tips on make the projects. Order by October 13th and your project materials will ship out to you around Oct. 20. If you'd like to order this kit contact me today! NOTE: Watch for another Blog Hop after our event showing the full projects - so you can see exactly what you'll be getting to make!

Vegas!!!

So as I may (or may not) have mentioned my husband LOVES sports!!! Now I thought I loved sports until I met him...he brings it to a whole new level! I will never ask him to choose between me and sports, because I am afraid of what he might pick! :)
With that being said I am a huge Wisconsin Badger football fan...being that it is something we have in common we try to go to the games when they are on the West coast(which isn't very often). So here we are at the game!The stadium...12Th row.

The score...well the final was 41 to 21 Badgers!!!!

SSS gift to me!!!

So this weekend my up line had our monthly meeting. Since it was my anniversary my husband and I went to Vegas for a few days. When I got back my mom/up line had this cute gift for me from my SSS! I absolutely love it! The picture doesn't do it justice, as the leaves are three-tone with shimmer paint on top. And the candle smells yummy! Here is a close up of the detail. Thank you SSS for such a cute and thoughtful gift!!!

Teacher Gift

So yesterday was Kamili's first day of Preschool. She is really looking forward to Friday! (she goes M-W-F) I figure the first day of school was a perfect time to have an excuse to make something for the teacher! I hope she liked it! I decorated a little jar and filled it with a few "teacher" like things. A mini comp book, two butterfly clips and an eraser...all decorated to match!

Here is a closer look at the jar! Thanks for stopping by!

Ribbon Share Time!!!!

Ribbon Share!!! Want all the colors of ribbon but you don't want to spend over a $100.00 to get it? Then join my ribbon share! You will receive 1 yard of each of the 11 colors of 1 1/4" stripped grosgrain ribbon for only $12.50. I am also offering a Taffeta Ribbon Share! For $11.00 get 1 yard of each of the 13 taffeta colors.

All orders must be picked up or an additional $3.00 for shipping them in the US only. All other areas will be quoted a shipping price. Ribbon share ends September 30th 2010. The sooner you order the sooner you get them~

First Day of Pre-School

So off to Pre-School we went today....According to Kamili it is SCHOOL not PREschool...whatever:) Here she is going out the door And her posing for her photo shoot! She has had this outfit picked out for a while now!

Her and Makai walking, Makai was sad she didn't get to stay with her...next year she will be there!

Kamili in her class room

And the end of the day photo with her teacher, Mrs. Simmons!

She had a great first day! Her only complaint is they didn't do crafts! Go figure!

Flower Class Part 2

A few days ago I posted two of the projects we made at our flower class. Here are two more! This little tin had a paper carnation put on top that was made from the small scallop circle punch! I am not a pink girl, but this flower is adorable. This was my moms project-check out her blog to see more www.crazystampinglady.blogspot.com

The next project would be a cute teachers gift! Using the daisy bigz die for the petals, the 1 3/4" circle punch and the same itty bitty flower punch I used in my hydrangea tutorial, I came up with this sunflower!

Here is a better view of the dimension!

July Stamp Club

Last months stamp club was great! It was the last committed month for my current group...although I think they are almost all coming back next time! I am starting up a new group that begins the end of this month. If you are interested click on the "stamp club" page above. As I have mentioned before we make a 3-D project for one of our projects each month. This month we made a cute owl jar, this would be perfect for candy, buttons, or punched out images!

Next we make a 12 x12 scrap book page or...

a card. They are always similar in style. This BBQ set is perfect for scrap booking, invites or just a summer hello! It also has tailgating and picnic potential!

Parks and Rec Class Wk 8

So here is the last set of cards I made with my Parks and Rec Class! I had so much fun and I hope they join me again next round. This first card I got right from the catty. I love the set, colors, and style of this card. Clean and simple, but with a little extra detail
Here is a card we made with a level 1 hostess set. How cute are these cakes! The DSP and ribbon is retired, but all the colors are current

Then we made these two 3x3. I wanted to change it up a bit since we had always done standard size cards!

Hope you enjoy!

Parks and Rec Class Wk 7

So I realize I am a bit behind on my parks and rec card posting...sorry! So here is week 7 and tomorrow will be week 8. I have a new set of classes starting up September 14th. So if you live in the area...click on my Upcoming events page above, where you will find the link to register for upcoming classes. Here is one of the cards we made with 5th Ave Floral. This set can be funky and elegant. Although it is hard to tell, we did a bleaching technique in the yellow rose. In person it added a lot of dimension!

And all I can say is I LOVE THIS SET!!! It is so fun to stamp with,the images are clean and crisp! Such a perfect anything set!

Last but not least, my favorite of the three. This set is also truly amazing. It made my top five list in the catty!

Come Join In on the Fun!!!!

Come join the Crazy Stampin Ladies for a great day of stamping!!!

Here is a little more information.
Where:
Boys and Girls Club of Thousand Oaks
1980 E. Avenida De Las Flores,
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Your day of stamping will include:
• 2 Fabulous 3D and 2 card set projects
• Refreshing drinks, snacks and lunch
• Learn something NEW in a mini class
• Chance of winning several stamping give-aways!
• Special recruitment, purchase and hostessing incentives
• Special stamping bundle; profits will go to Boys & Girls Club of TO
• Your very own stamping goodie bag
Cost:
RSVP and pay by Sept. 25th - fee is $60

(RSVP with payment must be postmarked no later than September 25th

to get the ‘earlybird’ pricing above).

Register after Sept. 25th and the cost of the event will go up to $75
Please contact me today to reserve your space by clicking the link under this event on my Upcoming Events page! Also, ask me about discounts for new attendees!

Check out the new holiday mini!

Starting today you can order from the new holiday mini! This is one of my favorites yet! I have been waiting along time...and you guessed it, FABRIC!!!! I could hardly believe it! There are so many new amazing things in this catty. Click on the link on my side bar to download your own copy!

Live in the area and want to get on my mailing list? Send me an email with you address and I will get your copy out to you today!