Dancing with Stamps

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com/

so you you can see all of the special projects

brought to you today by the fabulous DT at QKD!

Today's special inspiration is an ALTERED FRAME!

I just love altering items!

It's a great way to recycle!

And a great way to make unique gifts as well.

Plus, I just love how these sweet little treasures look

placed in little love spots around the home.

This frame came from the $$ Spot.

(LOOOOOOVE the $$ Spot!)

It was extremely easy to cover!

How about that "Apple Tree" by QKD?!

I stamped it in Creamy Carmel

and then "thumped" it with

More Mustard, Ruby Red, Elegant Eggplant, & Always Artichoke.

Sadly, this will be my last time hopping with the QKD gang.

I am moving on to focus more on my personal business.

QKD is a fun and funky stamp company

and Vicki (the owner) has been a blast to work with.

The DT (design team) is extremely talented

and when you continue to visit their sites,

no doubt, you will continually be inspired.

Remember to continue hopping on TO...

It has been more than fun!

Blessings to the ENTIRE QKD team!

And to YOU as well! :-)

2009-09-26T04:00:00.003-04:00

This stamp set may be long retired but I just love it still!

See, this is one reason why we look forward to the Retired List.

Time to grab those sets we just know we'll love forever!

But not yet!

The catalog is still good for long while

now that it is annual again. Whoo hoo!

When you join my Stamp Club,

you have access to ALL of my current AND retired

Stampin' Up! stamp sets.

How fun is that?!

Want just a bit more info about joining Stamp Club?

Check out this link...

http://alwaysstampinwithkelly.blogspot.com/2009/09/stamp-club-reason-to-attend.html

and this link...

http://alwaysstampinwithkelly.blogspot.com/2009/09/stamp-club-masking-technique.html

and then email me today.

Hope to see ya there!

Enjoy Your Day!

2009-09-25T07:50:00.000-04:00

Seems like just about everyone I know has the sicky ickies.

My son went to school this morning STILL not feeling 100%.

Poor little guy!

Now I've got it! Well, I think I've had it for awhile

but it's just allergy junk. And what's a girl to do?! he he.

So my allergy meds have been refilled

and I think I might be good to go (for now anywho.)

So this card made me think of you today.

Yes, YOU!

I don't always say so...

and I probably say the wrong thing from time to time

(please forgive me when I do...)

Here is hoping you are feeling well

and that you

ENJOY your day... life!

Royal Wednesday Inspiration Blog Hop

2009-09-23T00:00:00.003-04:00

You should be hopping over to my place FROM...

http://www.kellystamps.blogspot.com/

but be sure and start from the beginning at...

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com/

so you can see everyone's take on the inspiration photo.

When I found this photo for Maria, I just KNEW

it would be fabulous inspiration for the fall season!

Unfortunately, the only fall stamps I have from QKD are of apples.

Sigh... no pumpkins.

I can't wait to see what the rest of the DT puts together!

I love the photo. It's clean and crisp, just like fall.

You can see from my sample,

I decided to pull some of the "not so noticable" items from the photo.

Notice the sweet little teddy bear on the sofa?

And how about those fabulous starfish on the loft beds?

Thus, my card...

Now hop on over TO...

and have fun hopping!

Triple the Sketch #1

2009-09-22T08:39:00.000-04:00

For all the deets, look here...

http://dancingwithstamps.blogspot.com/2009/05/mini-file-folder-album-class-at.html

Mini File Folder Album

2009-09-20T14:38:00.003-04:00

Meet me at Lavender Sentiments on Charlestown Rd in NA

this Thursday at 6:00pm for one really fun mini album class!

Learn how to fold an ordinary file folder

to create an eight page mini album with three pockets.

In each pocket is a double sided tag for more pics and journaling.

Not a camper? No problem!

Come and create this album as a gift.

Then you will at least know how to make all the folds

and be able to create as many mini file folder albums as you like

in ANY design you choose!

Call Lana to let her know you'll be there.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

Call her today!

Stop by the store to see this sample in person.

To see another sample of this mini file folder album, click here...

and here...

http://dancingwithstamps.blogspot.com/2009/07/huge-announcement.html

Moving but still dancing...

2009-09-18T16:48:00.000-04:00

I will soon be moving to another blog...

Always Stampin'

God has been speaking to my heart lately

and I believe He is asking me to refocus a bit.

I will still post here from time to time

but you will mostly find me

Always Stampin'... always Stampin' Up!.

Stampin' to serve,

Ending with a BANG!

2009-09-18T04:00:00.000-04:00

Ending my b-day posts with a "bang of BLING!"

Can you believe this amazingly sparkly greeting?!

JaJai80 with the Secret Sister SU! Demo group sent this one.

WOW!

She used the new "Medalion" background by SU!.

Isn't it lovely?!

Thanks so much, Jamie!

Bunny Birthday Keeps Going and Going and...

2009-09-17T04:00:00.000-04:00

I've decided to share my birthday cards a few at a time

so you can really enjoy the goodness of them like I have.

The first one here comes from Robin (rajohnson323)

and the second one is from Amelia (msamelia)

over at the SCS game of Secret Sistahs for SU! demos.

I LOVE playing this game!

I've gotten so many great ideas from playing!

(Not to mention the fab friends I've made!)

You know... it's always a good time to join my SU! family.

Then you can be a sistah too!

I love the clear polka dotted overlay that Robin used on her card!

You can order some of these from the Holiday Mini.

(visit http://alwaysstampinwithkelly.blogspot.com/)

And both of these cards would be so easy to recreate! LOVE that!

Thanks so much, gals, for making my bday even more special!

And for all of you visiting today... thanks also!

Blessings to all!

Royal Wednesday Color Blog Hop

2009-09-16T00:00:00.006-04:00

It's blog hop time again for Queen Kat Designs!
You should be coming my way from Kelly's blog here...
http://www.kellystamps.blogspot.com/
Today we bring you an array of beautiful fall colors.

So Saffron, Old Olive, Ruby Red, & Chocolate Chip!

You can order ANY of these colored card stocks

directly from me at kellyjeanstamps@gmail.com

Now on to the hop!

(Honestly, if you are only visiting my blog...

you REALLY should give the hop a try!)

Be sure you START at

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com/

and from my blog you will hop forward to

But before you go, be sure to check out my apples...

Newly released this month at Queen Kat Designs is
"Apple Basket!"
How 'bout them apples? he he.
The basket is designed so well that coloring was a cinch!
Add a bit of Crystal Effects (which can be ordered from moi)
and you have a very yummy image!
*
Check out the QKD blog this coming Monday
for my sweet little surprise to go along with my card.
Hope your day is as sweet as APPLES!

Blog Hop Celebration Continues!

2009-09-12T04:00:00.005-04:00

Okay, now I am REALLY cyring!!!

My sweet and creative daughter is the one who created

both of my farewell projects for TTS.

You can view yesterday's project as well as TTS sketch #73 here...

http://dancingwithstamps.blogspot.com/2009/09/triple-sketch-farewell.html

and what I JUST realized is...

my daughter's LOs are of her 6th grade farewell banquet!

OM, I need more tissues! Seriously!

Why is it that all good things must come to an end?

Today, I am celebrating through my tears!

I hope you will join me by continuing on the blog hop

and leave a bit of lovin' for all of the TTS gals!

You should be hopping FROM Jen's blog...

http://createoften.blogspot.com/

and then continue hopping TO Marcee's blog...

http://bringinghistorytolife.blogspot.com/

BUT KEEP READING FOR SOME FREE STAMPS!

In celebration of Patter's new position, her obedience,

and TTS's inspiration in my own creative experiences...

I am giving away these amazing stamps from Pink Persimmon!

AND

I am continueing to offer TTS sketches!

Since I only recently joined the TTS team,

there are so many sketches that I've not had the pleasure of working with.

I hope you will join me in revisiting each and every TTS sketch.

Beginning NEXT TUESDAY,

I will offer the TTS sketch #ONE for my TTS TUESDAY!

I'm so excited!

On Tuesday, September 29 I will draw a winner

from my comments and followers for the Pink Persimmon Stamps.

Be sure to leave a comment ON THIS POST.

Follow Dancing with Stamps OR

http://createoften.blogspot.com/

(or both if you like! But following is not required.)

I hope this isn't goodbye to many of you TTS subscribers

but a continuous hello!

Praising God for HIS creativity!

And thanking Him for allowing me to share it (and HIM) with YOU!

Blessings,

Triple the Sketch Farewell

2009-09-11T07:00:00.001-04:00

I bring you to your next stop on this fond farewell hop.

You should be hopping FROM Jen's blog...

and from here you can hop on over to Marcee's blog...

http://bringinghistorytolife.blogspot.com/

But be sure to check out all the info below...

I have some freebies information for you!

I simply can not tell you how sad and happy I am at the same time.

Being on the TTS design team was not only my absolute favorite

but it was also the biggest (BIGGEST) blessing.

And with all that SU! has been going through lately,

I was positive I wouldn't be giving up my TTS position.

God always has other plans, doesn't He?!

I trust Him completely...

even when I don't like it...

even when it doesn't make sense...

even when.

Being a part of CBS myself,

I know what a huge and wonderful position Patter is taking on.

My congratulations go out to not only her but her whole BSF group!

Here's wishing you well, sweet Patter, my friend!

Be sure to check back tomorrow for more ideas and blog hoppin' fun!

Plus... I will be giving away more BLOG CANDY

in celebration of Patter's decision!

I'm not celebrating that TTS will be no more.

I'm celebrating Patter's decision to OBEY.

Thank you for your example, sistah!

Blog Candy

2009-09-10T16:33:00.001-04:00

You could win these cards

AND

the stamp (Russian Dolls) I used to create them!

Here's how...

-leave me a comment ON THIS POST

(if you do not have a blog, be sure to leave your email address.)

-follow me (if you choose) on this blog OR here...

(or both if you like! following not required to win)

-post a pic and a link to this post on your blog

(appreciated but not required to win.)

I will draw for a winner on September 30.

Thanks for visiting!

Yep! Still Celebrating!

2009-09-09T22:43:00.000-04:00

Yep! You better believe I'm still celebrating!

After all, these cards are WORTH celebrating...

not to mention the kindness of the gals who sent them.

My friend, Ellie, thinks I must be a special gal

to have gotten all these wonderful greetings.

Not at all!

As a matter of fact, this gives me the opportunity to brag a bit

on the generousity of the gals over at SCS.

I'm a part of a "secret sister" game through the SU! demo group

and most of these sweet b-day greetings are from

the "Birthday Babes."

(Kind of makes you want to be a SU! demonstrator, aye?)

(Email me! I'll hook ya up!)

They really are a very generous group!

And some of the cards are from the RAK group.

The name of the group says it all...

Random Acts of Kindness.

If it weren't for my cyber-friends,

my b-day would have come and gone.

The first card here is from Dottie (Grandma Dottie)

and the second is from Colleen Cole.

Thanks so very very much, gals!

You made me feel so special!

Blessings!

Royal Wednesday Blog Hop Sketch

2009-09-09T00:00:00.009-04:00

If you've never participated in a "blog hop,"

you really should try it now!

(Just to let you in on a itty bitty secret...

you don't have to read all of the loooooong posts.

Sometimes you may want to so you can learn a new tip or two.

When you are short on time,

you may want to just check out all the amazing inspiration.)

Blog hops are a GREAT way to get new ideas!

Yes, yes, I love my sketches!

Can you see how I used this QKD sketch by changing it up a bit?

I love doing that! My card looks totally different than the sketch.

Isn't that fun?!

If you are starting here, be sure to START at

I used the "2 Step Tree" stamp set as my focal point.

Be sure to visit the QKD blog on Monday

for more inspiration with this card and stamp set!

You can find this set for a great price at

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com/

Now hop on over to

for more CARD SKETCH inspiration!

Still Celebrating

2009-09-07T21:51:00.000-04:00

Yep! Still celebrating my birthday!

One thing I love about being a SU! Demonstrator

is being a part of the SU demo only group at SCS.

I also get to be a part of the RAK group (anyone can be.)

The first card here was sent to me by Deb (DELSE)

and the second was from Xanne (ragdoll),

both Wish RAK fairies!

Thanks so much gals!!!

You have no idea how you made my day!

INSIDE the Can-O-Back to School

2009-09-05T04:00:00.002-04:00

If you visited this past Tuesday,

you will remember seeing my "Can-O-Back to School"

I plan to fill with love and give to my daughter.

Look at all these fun things!

Bookmarks

Magnets

Mini Album...

filled with love and friendships!

Check out the MOSD blog for all the details!

http://www.mosdinc.blogspot.com/

Seriously, you will be amazed at how I made all of these!

Happy Back to School!

Triple the Sketch #72

2009-09-04T04:00:00.002-04:00

Yes, smile today!

Lately, I've had some people treat me in ways

that make me NOT want to smile.

So I really like this page.

It not only reminds me to smile by what it says

but also because when I see my precious little guy and gal

discovering God's goodness, mmmmm

I am filled with joy that makes me smile!

Praise God!

Triple the Sketch is filled with JOY for God's goodness
and that is one of the reasons it is my favorite DT to be on!
Jesus is Lord and TTS shouts it!
Check out all the shouting as well as
this weeks sketch and more inspiration at the TTS site...
http://triplethesketch.blogspot.com/
*

In the words of FFH...
"Say 'hey, it's a good day' even if things are goin' my way
Jesus is Lord and I am saved so...
say 'hey, it's a goooooood day!"
*
May you have a "good day!"

Cherish Today

2009-09-03T10:07:00.003-04:00

I CHERISH where I am today!

Some days, I still cherish where I am...

I just do a very poor job remembering how to show it.

2 Chronicles 20-21 tells us that He is to be PRAISED

even as we are going into battle!

With sick kids, the passing of a family member,

neglect from loved ones, and company upheaval,

praising Him tends to be one of the things I forget to do.

And I confess.

Revelation 5:12 tells me WHY I am to praise Him

even through my trials and battles.

Don't be discouraged, dear ones!

I appreciate you as my readers, customers, friends...

He appreciates you as His CHILD.

Do you need help in praising Him through your circumstances?

There is One that can help you do this.

"Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria

enjoyed a time of peace.

It was strengthened; and encouraged by the Holy Spirit,

it grew in numbers, living in the fear of the Lord."

Acts 9:31

Praise Him and discover His peace.

Cherish today, my friends!

Queen Kat Designs New Release Blog Hop

2009-09-02T00:00:00.008-04:00

Yes! It's that exciting time of the month when QKD
offers all sorts of new and fun images to stamp with!
Each stop on the Blog Hop today
will introduce to you a completely different stamp
so be sure to START at
http://qkd.blogspot.com/!

Last weekend, my sweet little creative daughter and I
worked on gifts and cards for her dear Grandfather.
He is now a fantastic 75 years old! Whoo hoo!!!
We wanted our card and gifts
to say just how very much he means to us.
This image of "Apple Basket" from QKD
makes me think of the phrase
"apple of my eye."

Did you know that phrase comes straight from the Bible?
Perfect (as God is!)
And did you know God considers YOU the "apple of His eye?"
He does!
And through Jesus Christ, we are (or can be) made perfect.
Email me if you'd like to know how it feels to be
one sweet sweet apple!
Now be sure to continue to hop on over to
http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com/

"Keep me the apple of your eye..." Psalm 17:8

MOSD Can-O-Back to School

2009-09-01T04:00:00.003-04:00

You just GOTTA check out my "Can-O-Back to School"

over at the MOSD blog here... http://mosdinc.blogspot.com/

You will find there all the details

for what MOSD products I used on my can.

And you can find MOSD products at...

(one of my fav online scrapbook stores)

http://www.awalkdownmemorylane.net/

I plan to pack my can with lots of

inspirational goodness for my daughter.

Jr High has been quite a fun jump

and I am hoping this can and its contents

will make the jump even more fun!

I spritzed my MOSD "stars intricacy" with some

"4 Leaf Clover Spritz" by Shimmers.

I wish you could see how it truly shimmers!

Be sure to check back this Saturday

for all of the goodie goodness I plan to pack into my can.

You won't want to miss more of the MOSD fun!

Blessings,

Stamp Club Catch Up Party

2009-08-30T20:50:00.015-04:00

Today was our Stamp Club Catch Up Party!

Every month, when my club gathers together

everyone has the opportunity to create a FREE project.

This year's club is focused on TECHNIQUES.

So each free project is a new and creative technique.

Today was the Catch Up Party.

If you missed any club or free project since January,

you were able to attend today and make it up.

And if you haven't missed any club gatherings,

you still were invited to attend and create

ALL NEW FREE PROJECTS!

The following are the free cards we've made

during our 2009 Stamp Club so far...

The ROLLING MARBLE TECHNIQUE

The first card in this post

was the new card offered at the Stamp Club Catch Up Party.

The one you see above is the first free project we created.

The FAUX SILK TECHNIQUE

Above is the first free project and

below is the new card offered at the SCCUP.

DRY EMBOSSING

Above is the first free project and

below is the new card offered at the SCCUP.

RUBBER BANDS TECHNIQUE

Above is the first free project and

below is the new card offered at the SCCUP.

CHALK BOARD TECHNIQUE

Above is the new card offered at the SCCUP

and below is the first free project.

Not to worry if you could not attend the

Stamp Club Catch Up Party!

All of the projects along with instructions are in your folders.

You can refer to this link any time

you'd like to recreate these looks.

For quick reference, just look to the right under "LABELS"

for Stamp Club Catch Up Party.

Life is busy... better catch up!

Big Shot Sunday

2009-08-29T23:47:00.005-04:00

Happy Big Shot Sunday to ya!

Today is the day I celebrate with my

One and Only Big Shot, God -Himself.

It is because of Him that I am able to bring YOU

fabulous Big Shot ideas like these!

Look at this adorable gift set I just gave a friend of mine!

Super cute, huh?!

The cute little box you see below

was created by using the Big Shot machine and

Stampin' Up!'s Scallop Envelope Bigz Die.

Check out this site for super easy directions...

http://danniesdesigns.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/10/big-shot-scallo.html

Be sure to say "Thanks!" to Dannie!

And here is the gift card holder
I showed you a couple of weeks ago...
*
Check back in just a bit
for all of the incredibly fun projects
we created at our
Stamp Club Catch Up Party!
Demos, if you are interested in my
Stamp Club Catch Up Party,
be sure to email me for ideas!
*
Blessings,

Thank You With LOVE

2009-08-29T04:00:00.005-04:00

I just had to say THANK YOU once again

to my friends at SHIMMERZ

for treating us gals on the design team of TTS.

My card has all kinds of Shimmerz goodness on it.

First I spritzed my 4 Leaf Clover Spritz

around the edge of my circle.

Then I colored in my "LoVe" with a #2 paint brush

using the same 4 Leaf Clover Spritz.

SO easy and SO adorable!

For my card, I also used

SU!'s new Melon Mambo card stock and ribbon. Yum!

With that I used Handsome Hunter and Basic Black.

Anytime I paint with a medium such as Shimmerz Spritz,

I always HEAT EMBOSS my image first.

This way the paint is sure to stay within the lines

of the embossed image.

In this case, I used Basic Black Craft Ink and Crystal Clear EP.

My card was inspired by Sketch #71 at

Triple the Sketch

and you can check it out here...

http://shimmerzpaints.com/

Also be sure to stop by the Shimmerz site here...

so you can see even more inspiration!

I wish you could see the blingy fun these
Shimmerz paints create!
My photos just don't do them justice!
My "LoVe" is sparkling like all get-out and I LOVE it!
*
Hope your day "shimmerz" today!
Blessings,

Triple the Sketch #71

2009-08-28T04:00:00.003-04:00

And yet another week passes while Triple the Sketch

inspires us with yet another fabulous sketch!

I feel the need to once again say

THANK YOU!

Thank you for sketch #71!

Be sure to check out this sketch and more inspiration here...

http://shimmerzpaints.com/

I have another thank you to extend...

Thank you to SHIMMERZ Paints!!!

Shimmerz is the TTS sponsor this week.

They have a fabulous assortment of paper paints

that add all sorts of color and bling to your creations.

Visit their site here...

The flower you see above was spritzed with some "Spritz" paint.

It is so much lovelier in real life!

The photo just doesn't show the bling like I wish it would.

However, would you like to know

how to make your own paper flowers like this one?

Then visit the Shimmerz site and go to

"Tips and Tutorials."

That's what I did! and look what I learned!

So sit down for a few minutes today and use this great sketch!

Make a card. Preserve a memory.

and ENJOY!

Royal Wednesday Inspirational Blog Hop

2009-08-26T00:00:00.006-04:00

Look at this gorgeous photo!
Doesn't it just make you want to be THERE!
It's these kinds of photos that really inspire me to create.
The colors are so lovely!
So on behalf of Queen Kat Designs,
allow me to offer some inspiration inspired by an
Inspiration Challenge...

For my card stocks, I used the colors
Gable Green, Soft Sky (I know... I miss it too!,)
Almost Amethyst, & Creamy Carmel.
You can order these card stocks straight from me
kellyjeanstamps@gmail.com
and you will want to visit the QKD store
http://www.katstamps.com/store/
to pick up your edition of
"Aloha Spirit" & "Celebrate the Journey"
(which is what I used for this card.)

You should be "hopping" from

http://www.kellystamps.blogspot.com/

and continue hopping on to...

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com

Just be sure you START at

http://wynneswebnow.blogspot.com/2009/08/challenge.html

Have a happy hop!

Wynne's Challenge

2009-08-25T08:27:00.003-04:00

For Wynne's "Out of this World" Challenge today,

I am offering a fun photo album created for my nephew.

Thanks, Wynne, for the fun challenge!

HEY ALL YOU CHALLENGE LOVERS AND

STAMPIN' LOVERS...

check out Wynne's challenge every Tuesday!

She's so sweet to encourage us and spark our creativity!

Here is a link to her site...

She would absolutely LOVE for you to stop by!

Christian's little "out of this world" photo album

is simply one of those very inexpensive plastic books

found at any store like WM or Tget.

My cover piece is actually the exact size of a card.

So easy to create & so special to receive.

Know that YOU are special to God today.

His love for YOU is truly OUT OF THIS WORLD!

Blessings,

Triple the Sketch #70

2009-08-21T04:00:00.007-04:00

Thank you Triple the Sketch for

Sketch #70!

I LOVE it! and this page as well!

Take a look below and you can compare the sketch to my page.

I twisted the sketch as you will see.

Or visit the TTS site here...

And I have yet another THANK YOU today...

*
a BIG TY... to my beautiful gal and her beautiful heart!
She recently donated her hair to Locks of Love
for the SECOND TIME!
I wish my hair would grow like this!
I think her hair is gorgeous short OR long.
She prefers it long so you know it's quite a sacrafice.
Can you imagine the recipent's reaction ot all those curls?!
*

May you be blessed today for the sacrafices you make!

Royal Wed Color Combo Blog Hop

2009-08-18T23:59:00.002-04:00

You should be jumping FROM
www.kellystamps.blogspot.com
and will continue hopping TO
http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com

To START your hop, you will want to go to...

Trust me, you will want to see all the Pink & Teal fun today!

And be sure to visit

this coming MONDAY to see a bit more of this card.

I think you will enjoy the inspiration.

I know this "one cool chic"

(well, actually I know many.

one in particular deserves my gratitude often.)

and she always makes me think,

"I want to be like her when I grow up!"

he he he...

Did I tell you yesterday was my b-day?

Ya, I am 29.

Oh yes I am (again!)

Well, this "one cool chic" always

(I mean ALWAYS) remembers my b-day.

She makes me feel special and

I sooo appreciate her.

I used QKD's

"Rocker Bird" for my friend's card.

Do you think she will enjoy it?

Keep on hopping to...

And may your blessings ROCK today!

Big Shot Sunday

2009-08-16T18:10:00.004-04:00

So my mojo isn't so "mo" today. At least I'm posting my Sunday post ON Sunday (even though the day is almost over. Hm.)
*
If you don't have a Big Shot yet, you will certainly want to invest in one soon! This super cute gift card holder was SO super easy to create using the Top Note Bigz Die and the Big Shot from Stampin' Up!. It really is one of the best investments I've made in my crafting experience.
*
I used Sahara Sand card stock for the base of my holder and the Thouroughly Modern Designer Series Paper for the front. Because this paper is double sided, I simply turned down the top part of it to create the two different patterns on the front of my holder. The stamp sets I used are "All Holidays" (for you) and soon to be available through the Holiday Mini Catalog, "Charming" (oval flourish frame and butterfly.)
*
Purchase your Big Shot and recieve a FREE STAMP CAMP for you and five of your friends. This gift card holder is just one of the three projects you and your guests will create... FREE. Call or email me today to order and schedule.
*
Check back next Sunday for another great Big Shot Sunday project! Blessings!

More "Sweet" B-day Cards

2009-08-15T04:00:00.000-04:00

More "sweet" surprises from more sweet gals over at SCS! I am feeling spoiled! (and I likey!) Thanks Kristi and one of my best big sis's, Luanne! You both ROCK!!!

Triple the Sketch #69

2009-08-14T04:00:00.004-04:00

Oh, I had fun with Sketch #69!!!

My photos made this one SO EASY!

I kept looking at the finished page thinking,

"That was too fast... perhaps I need to do more...

but it looks so cute the way it is...

should I do more...

naaaahhhh."

Sometime, the less Patter at TTS puts on her sketches

the more challenging I find it to create with.

(Although I LOVE a good challenge. wink.)

So this one just seemed so easy peasy to me.

Thanks, Patter!

Did you know Triple the Sketch posts TWICE in one week?

Friday is for scrapbook pages inspiration

and Saturay is for cards and other treasured items.

So head over there now

but be sure to check it out tomorrow as well!

Hope you have as much fun today as
my son and husband had in these photos...
and as much as I had taken them!
Blessings!

Sharing My Birthday

2009-08-13T11:16:00.007-04:00

How "sweet!" I just love "happy mail!"
*
I just had to share these adorable cards from a few freinds through my secret sister group as well as the SCS RAK group. Aren't they the "sweetest?!"

Thank you again, Jen, Jenn, and Lauren! You all ROCK!

Card Sketches a blog hop with QKD

2009-08-12T04:00:00.008-04:00

This blog hop officially starts at 9:00am.
Feel free to take a peek now but
check back for all the fun to begin!
After 9am you should be jumping FROM
www.kellystamps.blogspot.com
and will continue hopping TO
http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com

Today Queen Kat Designs offers us a SKETCH challenge

to intrique our creativity.

So be sure to START your blog hop at the QKD blog here...

This is where the fun begins with the sketch offering.

But not to worry, I've included the sketch

with my post so you can compare it with my card.

I LOVE sketches!

I can go directly with how the sketch appears OR

I have the creative freedom to tweek it.

See if you can figure out just how I "tweeked" this sketch.

For my card, I used the QKD images

"Honolulu Skyline," "Aloha Spirit,"

and this month's new release the "Fish Net" background.

Be sure to check out these images for an "INK"redible value at...

http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com

Now have fun and keepin on hopping to...

Be blessed,

Christmas Stamp CAMP and Recipe

2009-08-10T04:00:00.000-04:00

This November, I am hosting a Stamp CAMP

for kids of ALL ages.

The date will be determined as the time draws near.

(Most likely, the camp will be the first or second Sat in Nov.)

At this camp, we will create TWO adorable "pop-out" cards.

One is an angel and one is a snowman.

Aren't they just SO cute?!

These cards are so easy and fun to make!

And there are so many possibilities...

pumpkin cards

ghostly cards

baseball/basketball cards

heart cards.

Along with these two cards,

each stamper will be able to choose

a FREE exclusive stamp and stampin' spot!

All of this for just $15.

AND if you register and pay now,

your name goes into a drawing for a free set of stamps

from the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog!

The pic below shows how the cards "pop" open.

Cute, huh?!

Contact me today!

kgettelfinger@sbcglobal.net

Your choice of a free exclusive stamp and stampin' spot
with your camp registration and paid fee.
*
Now... I have a yummy... YUMMY recipe for you!
*

Sausage & Potato Bake

2T onion, chopped

1/4C butter or margarine

1/4C all-purpose flour

1tsp salt

1/2tsp dry mustard

1/8tsp pepper

1-1/2C milk

2C shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

6C potatoes, sliced

1/2lb skinless smoked sausage, sliced

Saute onion in butter or margarine; blend in flour, salt, mustard, and pepper. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened; mix in 1-1/2C cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat; toss in potatoes and coat. Pour into a greased 13x9" baking dish; arrange sausage and remaining cheese on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Enjoy!

TTS Sketch #68

2009-08-07T21:00:00.000-04:00

When I scrapbook,

I like to use as many photos as possible

on one or two page LOs.

I think scrapbook pages that focus on 1 photo

turn out really super cute,

especially if the scrapper has a real knack.

But I take so many pictures and

never can decide which ones to add to my albums.

So I try to use them all. he he.

Coming up with new LOs can be very challenging

with mutliple photos.

UNLESS...

you visit TTS

http://dancingwithstamps.blogspot.com/2007/08/boxtober.html

on a regular basis.

A new sketch each week with

samples that go BEYOND scrapbooking.

One way I manage to add several photos to one LO

is by using WALLET SIZE photos.

As you can see, this is what I did here.

Let me know if you like that tip!

Have a great day!

Teacher Gifts at Lavender Sentiments

2009-08-07T09:35:00.007-04:00

Staples.

You know, the neccessities.

That's what this box is TO ME.

This is one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE patterns.

The box bottom is just so easy and classic

while the top is so simple and fun to create,

I can't imagine ever losing my pattern for this box!

What's more is that the top can be played with

to create all sorts of different looking boxes.

Check out this link for just a few "box top" ideas...

Blessings to all my teacher friends

(and everyone getting back to school!)

Wynne's Tuesday Challenge

2009-08-06T04:00:00.001-04:00

Challenge lovers, you are going to LOVE this challenge!

This past Tuesday, Wynne inspires us to

BE FUNNY

and create a "funny card."

Would you just LOOK at this hillarious card she made?!

The phrases say, "I'm there for you."

and "In good times or bad."

Do you see the "stink" around the babies bottom?!

Now THAT is stinkin' hillarious!!!

Wynne changed the faces on the people herself.

VERY CREATIVE, Wynne girl!

Now, go create a funny card

and be sure to leave Wynne a comment on her blog

with a link to your card so we can all have a chuckle!

Visit Wynne here...

http://wynneswebnow.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-challenge.html

QKD New Release Blog Hop

2009-08-04T23:59:00.000-04:00

You should be hopping FROM
www.kellystamps.blogspot.com
and will continue hopping TO
http://whimsicalinksorority.blogspot.com

but please check out the fun project and deets

I have for you before hopping on to your next inspirational spot.

Queen Kat is always on the ball with new releases.

This month's are very "heart warming"

as you can see in my blog hop card here.

Be sure to START your hop at QKD...

http://mosdinc.blogspot.com/

and you will want to visit the store here...

http://www.katstamps.com/store/
so you can check out and pick up these sweet images.

I used "Take a Jouney" verse set and

"Vintage Time" background image on my card.

If you have any questions about

anything you see here on my blog,

feel free to email me.

I am stamping to serve you!

Blessings,

Onsie Greeting Card

2009-08-04T12:48:00.003-04:00

KASEY, IF YOU ARE ABOUT TO LOOK

AT THE FOLLWOING POST... DON'T!

HE HE HE.

KARA WANTS THESE TO REMAIN A SURPRISE

UNTIL SHE CAN SHARE THEM WITH YOU

IN PERSON. TOO STINKIN' FUNNY!

Are these not the cutest cards you've ever seen?!

I helped a friend of mine create sixty something

for her sister's upcoming baby shower.

(Ya, after about forty... they weren't so cute anymore.)

(kidding!)

I had such a fun time helping!

They really were very easy to create.

We first punched a 1/2" circle

for the neck with a 1-3/4" circle punch.

Then with the 1-3/8" circle punch, we punched the leg openings.

Only the front of the card was zipped through the Big Shot.

Add a few little stick-on button embellishments and...

Voila! Instant (and adorable) onsie!

Wishing you all the best, Kasey!

My Very First MOSD Goodness

2009-08-03T04:00:00.004-04:00

I am SO excited to share my very first

MOSD goodness!

Before I get started, be sure to check out

more MOSD inspiration on the company blog here...

as well as the MOSD galleries here...

http://www.mosdinc.com/gallery/

Talk about excellent inspiration!

AND

so that you know, MOSD is a wholesale only company.

If you can not find MOSD products

at your local scrapbook or hobby store,

ask the manager/owner to investigate MOSD's goodness.

YOU CAN FIND THESE FINE PRODUCTS

AT MY FAV ONLINE STORE

A Walk Down Memory Lane

http://www.awalkdownmemorylane.net/store/index.php

Be sure to visit today and look for MOSD!

Now, what you see above is some of MOSD's

"Stacker Collections."

I personally love the "Best Friends!"

I created a mini album

showcasing a recent trip to our local theme park.

For the front and back covers of my album,

I used the "Perfectly Shaped Build a Book Bowtie."

Read on for instructions on

how to put your very own album together.

You will see below that I split one of my "bowties"

to create a double opening cover.

The first four of my pages open to the left.

The inside pages of my album are 5-1/2 x 5-3/4".

The last four pages of my album open to the right.

And you can see my back cover is the complete "bowtie."

You will need two "Bowtie" pieces of MOSD's

"Perfectly Shaped Build a Book" pieces.

Begin by cutting one of the pieces in half.

Trace one of the 1/2ed pieces onto desired cover paper

leaving about a 1/2" extened edge as seen here.

Also trace this 1/2ed piece

onto two other pieces without the 1/2" extended edge.

These will serve to cover the reverse sides of the cover.

Once you have your pattern trimmed out,

fold edges without adhering as shown.

The corners of the paper should form a diamond.

I've outlined mine with pencil.

Take each "diamond" and fold it down

creating a triangle of sorts.

After unfolding this triangle,

there should appear a triangle on the paper as shown here.

I've outlined mine with pencil.

Trim just ABOVE the line of the triangle.

Now adhere all side to your "bowtie."

Repeat this method with the back cover.

The extra pieces traced without the extra edge

are adhered on the reverse side

covering the excess of the front cover.

Another great product from MOSD

is their "Binding Rings!"

They have a ton to select from and

they are SO EASY to use.

As you can see in the picture here,

I used my binding rings to steady my covers

so I could evenly punches holes with my Cropadile.

Hope you've enjoyed this tutorial

and my very first MOSD goodness.

Blessings,

Big Shot Sunday

2009-08-02T04:00:00.003-04:00

Welcome to my BIG SHOT SUNDAYS!

I absolutely LOVE my Big Shot

and I wanted a way to show you and my clients

the fabulous projects that can be created using it.

I figure what more perfect day than Sunday

to focus on my Big Shot machine.

Since God is my One and Only True

Big Shot,

I thought I'd offer these fun projects on His Day.

This adorable little "purse" gift card holder was created with the

BASKETS AND BLOOMS Bigz Die

YOU'RE FABULOUS Stamp Set

RAZZLEBERRY LEMONADE Designer Series Paper

CIRCLE ICE Rhinestone Brads

ORGANZA RIBBON Whisper White

LARGE and SCALLOP OVAL Punches

Instead of making the complete basket

(a sample of the complete basket is on pg 37 of the IB&C)

a cute little "purse" can be made

by eliminating the bottom portion.

I just glued the bottom and sides of my two halves.

You can see below how a gift card

fits perfectly into my tiny little purse.

To create my tag, I simply stamped the entire

"You're absolutely fabulous" phrase

and used the Large Oval Punch to cut off the "You're."

This way my tag has plenty of room for the ribbon

and my recipent will still know he/she is

"absolutely fabulous!"

I truly believe YOU, my readers are

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS.

I just don't tell you enough.

And if you are a client/friend of mine,

well, that makes you even more special.

Sometimes I make mistakes or say the wrong things

or get passionate about things this world is not so passionate about.

Many people may hold these against me,

get upset with me, or even treat me poorly because of these.

For those of you who have stuck with me,

you're fabulous... absolutely fabulous!

Thank you for understanding that

I'm not perfect.

I'm just ME.

Absolutely fabulous ME.

(I'm so glad that is how HE sees me.

I am still trying to convince myself.)

Have a blessed Sunday!

Double Duty Birthday

2009-08-01T04:00:00.006-04:00

How's this for a great b-day gift idea...

(if you pass this idea on, please give credit to

Dancing with Stamps.com)

so here it is...

Wynne had a b-day party to attend this past Sunday

for her friends Lauren and Evan, twins that is.

She gave them both decorated photo albums

(you know, the ones that cost like $2 at WM

and have the front and back cover inserts?)

Slip out the inserts, measure inserts, cut CS same size, stamp & reinsert.

So stinkin' easy.

THEN... Wynne gave them each a camera

to be passed around at the party

for each friend to snap shots from time to time.

AND LASTLY... she tucked a $5 bill into each album

for the developing cost of the photos.

How clever is that?!

I didn't go overboard on the stamping/embellishing

cuz let's face it... their THIRTEEN!

They aren't going to give a hoot how fab they look, right?!

And although the stamp sets I used are retired,

(wish they weren't cuz they're perfect for teens!)

So Sassy and So Cool by SU!

made these albums SO EASY to create!

Just a lesson in "if you want it... ya better get it before it's gone."

Email me to place your SU! order today
or place your order online by selecting me as your demonstrator.
(Stamp Club members will recieve club credit
only by placing orders WITH ME.)
*
Have a great year, Lauren and Evan!

TTS Sketch #67

2009-07-31T04:00:00.005-04:00

These photos just crack me up!

These are "my boys" at Cub Scout Day Camp.

One of the counselors played some H2O games.

At the end of his session,

he just started throwing the balloons straight up.

It was hillarious watching the boys!

Thanks to Patter at TTS

www.kellystamps.blogspot.com

for Sketch #67!

Final Kit for Christmas in July

2009-07-30T04:00:00.000-04:00

And this wraps up our final Card Kit for our

Christmas in July Stamp CAMP

this Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30pm.

This camp offers TWENTY CARDS for just $15.

(Each kit contains all paper elements needed,
Embellishments and envelopes available for a small fee.)

You will learn how to maximize not only your time
but your stampin' supplies as well.
Treat your friends and loved ones to a handmade creation
at this joyous time of year for as little cost as a boxed set of cards.

You must RSVP for this camp by TOMORROW!
So just go ahead and email me now. :-)
kgettelfinger@sbcglobal.net
Pay upon arrival and
PROMISE TO PAY IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND.

Looking forward with you to Christmas,

Royal Wed "Special Project" Blog Hop

2009-07-29T04:00:00.013-04:00

This blog hop officially starts at 9:00am.

Feel free to take a peek now but

check back for all the fun to begin!

After 9am you should be jumping FROM

and will continue hopping TO

Welcome to the Royal Wednesday Blog Hop!

You will want to START your hop at

and just look for each blog to hop to

so you can take in all the fun inspiration.

Then be sure to sit down and enjoy

some stampin' time all to yourself.

It doesn't have to be an all day thing.

Just make something quick and easy!

Speaking of QUICK AND EASY...

THIS BOX was sooooooo easy!

I used my brand spankin' new Bigz Die.

(Call or email me to order yours!)

I put this little box together in

LESS THAN 10 MINUTES!

Seriously!

And thanks to Queen Kat Designs...

kgettelfinger@sbcglobal.net

these adorable images

"Honolulu Skyline" and "Aloha Spirit"

made the box even quicker and cuter!

Visit the store and check out the

"Sweet Summer Deals"

at 55% off!

Blessings,

Card Kit #3 for Christmas in July

2009-07-28T04:00:00.002-04:00

This enters our 3rd edition of our Card Kits for our

Christmas in July Stamp CAMP

where you can make TWENTY CARDS for just $15.

(Each kit contains all paper elements needed,

Embellishments and envelopes available for a small fee.)

You must RSVP for this camp by this Friday!
So just go ahead and email me now. :-)
kgettelfinger@sbcglobal.net
Pay upon arrival and
PROMISE TO PAY IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND.

Christmas blessings,

Stamp Club this Sunday

2009-07-27T14:11:00.011-04:00

THIS IS MY SECOND POST FOR THE DAY.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE NEXT POST

CONTAINING THE2nd CARD KIT OFFERING

FOR THE CHRISTMAS IN JULY STAMP CAMP

THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 2nd FROM 6:30 to 8:30pm.

AND BE SURE TO READ ALL OF THIS POST TO FIND OUT

WHAT THE FREE GIVEAWAY WILL BE AT

STAMP CLUB

THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 2nd FROM 2:00 to 6:00pm.

This Sunday's Stamp Club is all about

Watercolor Crayons.

We will be making the card you see above

and learning the "wet watercolor crayon" technique.

This set uses "Autum Harvest" and "Hope Happens"

from the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog.

I also used the Designer Series Paper

"Autumn Traditions."

The photo you see below is our club card
"stamped up" a notch by the added hemp twine.
*
Below shows another way to use the Watercolor Crayons.
I will demonstrate this card and technique at club.
Demonstrations begin at 3:00.
*

I found my inspiration from one of the retired
Inspiration Sheets.
I LOVED these sheets! (and still do!)
So that is what I plan to share with YOU at club.
One lucky club member will win
a binder with all the inspiration sheets I have available.
(page protectors not included)
Although these sheets focus on retired stamp sets,
the ideas will be FOREVER helpful!
*
So be sure you are at club this

Sunday, August 2nd from 2:00 to 6:00pm!
You can only win if you are there.
*
Be inspired,

Christmas in July Card Kit #2

2009-07-27T04:00:00.001-04:00

Today brings you another kit for our

Christmas in July Stamp CAMP

this Sunday, August 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30pm.

Each kit contains TWENTY CARDS for just $15.

(embellishments and envelopes available for a small fee)

You will learn how to maximize not only your time

but your stampin' supplies as well.

Treat your friends and loved ones to a handmade creation

at this joyous time of year for as little cost as a boxed set of cards.

You must RSVP for this camp by this Friday!

So just go ahead and email me now. :-)

Pay upon arrival and

PROMISE TO PAY IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND.

Christmas is just around the corner.

Be ready ahead of time.

Come stamp with us!

Christmas in July CAMP

2009-07-26T04:00:00.000-04:00

Next Sunday, August 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30pm

is our Christmas in July Stamp CAMP.

We will create TWENTY cards for just $15.

Each kit will be a different kit.

(Kits may be chosen only upon arrival of camp fee.)

You MUST register for this camp

by mailing your camp fee to me via snail mail

OR pay upon arrival

ONLY BY PROMISING TO PAY IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND.

The card shown here is ONE of the card kits available.

(ribbon available for extra fee)

Each kit will include all paper elements needed.

Any embellishments will be made available for a small fee.

Envelopes will also be made available for a small fee.

If you have any questions about this camp

or anything you see here on my blog,

please feel free to contact me.

Christmas will be here soon...

are YOU ready?

Blessings,

A Rockin' Blog Award

2009-07-25T04:00:00.000-04:00

Wow! Thank you, Pam, for this Rockin' Blog Award!

Pam and I are sisters in Christ and on the DT for MOSD.

You HAVE to check out her talented goodness!

Seriously, this girl has it!

(ooh, and the music on her blog... mmmm.)

Visit her blog here...

http://essensevibez.blogspot.com/

and be sure to stay tuned to

the Midnight Oil Scrapbook Designs blog and galleries

for more of Pam's inspiration.

I will be choosing my recipients of this fun award very soon.

Have a "rockin'" blessed day!

TTS Sketch #66

2009-07-24T04:00:00.005-04:00

This card ended up SO CUTE!

I can't wait to give it to someone!

When you are stumped on making a card

or putting together a scrapbook page,

be sure to visit TTS

http://triplethesketch.blogspot.com/.

Not only are there amazing sketches,

but the samples are quite incredible.

(and I'm not just saying that

because I am on the DT team!

Sometimes I have to pinch myself

because the other gals are SO talented.)

Check it out and be blessed!

ERROR!

2009-07-23T08:56:00.003-04:00

Error... yep.

This card is for all the nurses that have tried to start an IV

and couldn't get the vein. That must feel terrible,

especially on a kid.

My poor little guy was stuck twice before the gal

turned it over to another nurse.

He was given the "happy juice" hoping it would

take him back to the operating room for the IV.

NOPE...

doc got stuck in traffic! Can you believe it?!

So the juice wore off and the sweet little soldier got sad.

(as did mommy)

All in all... everything went really well.

Found out some things that could cause him problems

in the future but we know our God is so good.

My little soldier (and he REALLY is a tough and humble little guy)

is now healing, very sore but remote in hand.

Thank you, again and again, for your prayers!

Praise God for His miracles

and continue to lift my little guy in your prayers.

Thanks and have a blessed day!

Royal Wed Hop with Inspiration!

2009-07-22T04:00:00.008-04:00

This blog hop officially starts at 9:00am.

Feel free to take a peek now but

check back for all the fun to begin!

After 9am you should be jumping FROM

www.kellystamps.blogspot.com

and will continue hopping TO

Can you believe this rockin' image?!

I just think it's so stinkin' cute!

Visit Queen Kat Designs here...

to get your "Rocker Bird" today!

I'm having so much fun with her!

You will want to START your hop at

where our challenge is an

inspriation challenge today.

You just GOTTA check out the photo

used for inspiring our creativity... so fun!

I want everything in that photo.

And so my colorful card takes life!

Now hop on over to...