Monthly Archives: July 2014

Pines & Waterfall – Stampin’ Up! Card

Posted on July 31, 2014 | 2 comments

Hello There,

Wow, last day of July.  Where does the time go?   Reminder, this is the last day to pick up all 12 of this month’s tutorials for free, see below.

This is a fun project to get inky with.  It can be used for a multitude of occasions by just changing the sentiment.  That is my favorite thing about outdoorsy scenes on cards.

I hope it inspires you to get inky today too.

You can find the complete supply list below for this project and also how to the get the tutorial for this project free or by purchase below.

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Pines & Waterfall Supply List

Also used post it notes in the making of this project.

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FREE TUTORIALS – Last day to get this set of 12 tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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If you wish to purchase the tutorial for this project or check out the monthly subscription option.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

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Have an inky day!

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end August 4th.

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Chicken Update – Goldie

Posted on July 30, 2014 | 10 comments

Hello there,

I’ve been doing my chores this morning and thought I would share a little experiment we have going right now.

Goldie has gone broody again and since she is so determined to hatch some eggs and we don’t have a rooster to have fertile eggs I mailed ordered some.  That’s right you can mail order fertile eggs and baby chicks.

Above is my girl, Goldie.  She wanted to sit on any egg she could find.  So when the 8 fertile eggs arrived she fluffed out those super soft feathers and settled in.  Only problem was the other girls wanted to lay their eggs on top of fertile eggs and shove Goldie out of the nesting box all the time.  In the process they also knocked a couple of the fertile eggs out too.  We put the fertile eggs back in the nest.  Bad Chickens!

So Goldie and the fertile eggs have been moved to a luxury dog crate where she has her very own nesting box, food and water.  As you see she doesn’t like to get off the nest for anything so she reaches out and eats and drinks.

I’m hoping after all the ruckess the eggs still hatch.   Keeping fingers, toes, legs, arms and eyes crossed.  We are hoping to hear peeps around August 8th.  Here’s hoping for some baby girl chicks.  🙂

I will be back later today with the last project/tutorial of the month.

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FREE TUTORIALS – Only 2 more days to get this set of tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 1 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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May your day be filled with wonder!

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end August 4th.

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Kitchen Time – Sausage Buiscuits and Sweet Pickles

Posted on July 29, 2014 | 1 comment

Hello There,

Sorry, no stamping today.

I haven’t blogged much about the happenings in my kitchen of late and it’s just because I haven’t had the time to do much in it.  But then I went into the grocery yesterday and the butcher was marking down the fresh ground turkey packages from $4.59 to $1.99.  Guess what, I stood there until he put the last mark down sticker on and put all 5 packages of it in my cart.  5 lbs of fresh ground turkey for under $10, you bet I bought it all.

It’s these buys that I am always looking for to make my freezer meals out of.  So, today I turned that ground turkey into turkey sausage.  Click here for the link to the recipe.

After I seasoned the ground turkey I made patties out of it and fried it.

While the turkey sausage patties cooled I made some biscuits from scratch.  Click here for the biscuit recipe I used.

Put the sausage biscuits together and food saved them (wrap in plastic wrap and then place in a freezer bag if you don’t have a food saver).  Into the freezer they go.  When we want to eat them we microwave them.  7 breakfasts done for my darling husband and I.  This will also keep Russ from stopping at McDonald’s on his way to work when I am too busy stamping out my latest project to make him breakfast.  Yes, I confess, many a day you can find me stamping in the wee hours of the morning.

The remainder of the sausage patties get packaged up and froze.  7 more packages in the freezer.  Nice to pull out heat and eat as is, broken up into omlets, breakfast burritos etc.  Being fully cooked means no messy pan to deal with when you are in a hurry.

14 items in my freezer for $15 ($10 for turkey, $3 for spices and $2 for biscuits).  Not bad.  🙂  Yes I confess, I’m a freezer meal junky, lol.  This type of thing rocks my world.

On another note, my garden is producing cucumbers and onions so it is time to start a batch of sweet pickles.  Click here for the recipe. These were mixed up and they go right into the frig and will be stirred once a day for the next 5 days.  Then they go into pint jars and are put in the freezer, mmmm.  They stay crisp even after freezing.

Now it’s time to go visit the girls (chickens) and relax a bit.

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FREE TUTORIALS – Only 2 more days to get this set of tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 1 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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May your day be all you hoped it would be!

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end August 4th.

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Flamingo – Stampin’ Up! Card

Posted on July 28, 2014 | 2 comments

Hello There,

Have you checked out the new Ronald McDonald House Stampin’ Up! set in the back of the Annual Catalog?  You won’t want to miss it.

 

It is Flamingo Lingo and not only can you make great cards with this stinking cute stamp set but Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 to the Ronald McDonald House Program that keeps families together and helps children heal when you purchasing it, win, win.

The flamingo makes a great reflection card, don’t you think?

You can find the complete supply list below for this project and also how to the get the tutorial for this project free or by purchase below.

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Flamingo Card Supply List

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FREE TUTORIALS – Only 3 more days to get this set of tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 1 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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If you wish to purchase the tutorial for this project or check out the monthly subscription option.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

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May your day be super fabulous!

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end August 3rd.********************************************************** 

 

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Layered Butterfly – Stampin’ Up! Card

Posted on July 27, 2014 | 3 comments

Hello there,

I hope you are having a fun filled weekend.  I’m just bouncing back from a sinus infection that has had me down for 4 days now, yuck, YUCK, YUCK!  But I’m on the mends.

I’m oh so happy to be back in my office crafting away.  I hope you like today’s project.  It’s all about laying color and images.  🙂  What a great way to say thank you.

You can find the complete supply list below for this project and also how to the get the tutorial for this project free or by purchase below.

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Layered Butterfly Card Supply List

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FREE TUTORIALS – Only 4 more days to get this set of tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 2 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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If you wish to purchase the tutorial for this project or check out the monthly subscription option.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

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Have a fabulous Sunday!

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end July 28th.

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Magical Evening – Stampin’ Up! Card

Posted on July 23, 2014 | 2 comments

Hello there,

I love Whisper White images on dark backgrounds so I used that technique on today’s card.  The Whisper White ink really pops on the purple background and reminds me of magic for some reason.

Speaking of magic, last night I won the grand jackpot at Bingo so I came home $1000 richer.  For the last 2 years I just donate my money on Tuesday nights at the Bingo hall, but last night was magical!  I think I better play the lottery today.  🙂

You can find the complete supply list below for this project and also how to the get the tutorial for this project free or by purchase below.

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Magical Evening Card Supply List

Also used post it notes in the making of this project.

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FREE TUTORIALS – Only 8 more days to get this set of tutorials free.

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 3 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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If you wish to purchase the tutorial for this project or check out the monthly subscription option.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

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May your day be filled with sunshine also.

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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Check out the latest batch of Stampin’ Up! Weekly Deals in my on-line store.  Discounted prices on this week’s deals end July 28th.

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Sunny Window Stampin’ Up! Card

Posted on July 21, 2014 | 10 comments

 

Hello There,

I’m back from Stampin’ Up’s Annual Convention which was held in Salt Lake City, UT.  What a blast!

The days were a whirl wind for me, each day more exciting than the last and time just flew by.

This convention was extra special for me since I was asked to present on the main stage.  This is something I will remember forever!

Here is a picture of me back stage just prior to presenting.  I’m smiling, but to tell you the truth I don’t even remember this photo being taken, lol.  My nerves were on high alert and I was just thinking, please don’t mess up, please don’t mess up, grin.  But I did make it out on stage and presented two times on Thursday.

Friday was even more incredible!  Awards night!

All the stars seemed to have aligned for me this year.  I received recognition for so much.  Founder’s Circle for the 4th time, which means I am one of the top 100 demonstrators and get to go on the all expense paid Founders Circle trip.  I also earned the Grand Vacation for the 5th time, this one to Hawaii! Woot Woot.  Recognition for reaching $300K career sales, reaching my 5 year mark as a demo, recruiting, achievers and leadership awards.  Folks, I could not have done any of this without you, my customers and my team.  I love you all my friends!

So now I am back home again and ready to start another Stampin’ Up! year.  I have so many new projects swimming around in this head of mine that I cannot wait to create and share them with you.  Thank you for letting me.

About today’s card, this is an indication on how my soul is feeling this morning, sunny and bright.  I created a window effect with my panels and a super warm scene using a new stamp set “Kinda Eclectic” and an older stamp set “Thoughts and Prayers”.

You can find the complete supply list below for this project and also how to the get the tutorial for this project free or by purchase below.

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Sunny Window Card Supply List

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FREE TUTORIALS

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Want the entire month worth of tutorials free?

Place a $50 merchandise order before July 31, 2014 and receive the entire month of tutorials (at least 12) free of charge via e-mail.
You will receive all of these, plus, they will keep coming until July 31, 2014.  You will also receive 1 virtual token from me for each $50 in merchandise purchased with your order.  Collect 10 tokens and receive a free stamp set of your choice up to a $30 value.  Now, that’s the way to get some bang for your buck!
Free tutorials are an exclusive perk for my valued Stampin’ Up! customers and down line.
This month’s tutorials include the following plus 4 more to come.

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Have a smaller order?  The complete tutorial for today’s project along with all of the card tutorials I create from July 16, 2014 through July 31, 2014 (at least 6 tutorials) will be e-mailed to my customers who place a minimum  $20 merchandise order anytime between July 16, 2014 and July 31, 2014 free of charge.

Note:  Please do not select the option for no contact when placing your order or I will not be able to send you the tutorials.  Also, please make sure that my e-mail address, [email protected] is approved in your e-mail account so your e-mail does not reject my e-mails which contain the tutorials.  🙂

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If you wish to purchase the tutorial for this project or check out the monthly subscription option.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

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May your day be filled with sunshine also.

Until my next post. . . . . . .  .

Huge Hugs!

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