Fall Picture Frame - Simply Scored Style

 One of the great new items that Stampin' Up! released with the Holiday Mini catalog was the Simply Scored Board.  Now I will admit I have a score board from a competitor but never really used it since it didn't seem to work quite right.  After seeing Stampin' Ups board at convention this summer I new I had to give this one a try and I have to admit, I love it!  It seems like everywhere you look people are making wreaths with these pleated circles (called lollies) so I set out to make one of my own to get used to the board.  After making about a dozen of these, which were a breeze I decided to make something different, so I decorated a picture frame which will match the grapevine pumpkins I made, check them out HERE!

Here are some close ups of the lollies and decorations (lots of buttons and ribbons!)

Here's a closeup of the greeting (uses the Day of Gratitude and Gently Falling Stamp sets, along with the decorative label punch).

I love how this frame turned out, now it's time to find the perfect picture.

Enjoy!

Diana

Gently Falling - Sketch Challenge

 Happy Sunday!  What a beautiful weekend, I hope you were able to enjoy it.  I must admit, I've definitely am in the mood for fall and can't stop using the Gently Falling stamp set so when I saw this weeks Stamping 411 sketch challenge I knew this would be perfect.

This card is pretty simple because of all the punches used but is beautiful in person.




So here's a list of what I used:
  * Stamp set(s):  Gently Falling, Teeny Tiny Wishes
  * Paper:  Very Vanilla, Pool Party, More Mustard, Early Espresso, Spice Cake DSP
  * Ink:  Early Espresso, More Mustard, Pear Pizzaz
  * Accessories:  1/8" Early Espresso Taffeta Ribbon, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Modern Label Punch, Basics Brads and Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder.

This card sketch is so versatile and can be used for any occasion.

Have a great week!

Diana

 

House of Haunts - Sketch Challenge

Happy Tuesday friends!  Things are happy in the Eichfeld house tonight, Aidan is in bed and we just watched the Phillies win (one more to go, whoo hoo!)  I'm back again with a card for this weeks Stamping 411 sketch challenge and decided to focus on halloween this week. 

The cardbase is Old Olive and has a piece of Frightful Sight DSP on top which has been sponged around the edge with Cajin Craze classic ink.  The main stamped image is a piece of Whisper White cardstock cut into an oval and is stamped with the haunted house from the House of Haunts stamp set and is stamped with Basic Black.  Then I used a 1 1/4" circle punch to create a mask to sponge the moon image and house windows with Peach Parfait ink.  Then I took the circle cut out and covered up the moon to sponge the rest of the cardstock with Peach Parfait, Old Olive, Cajin Craze, and Concord Crush inks.  The border was created by using the eyelet border punch on a strip of Cajin Craze cardstock and then I ran it through the paper crimper multiple times to help breakdown the fibers.  Next I ran a border of sticky strip around the back of the oval and started pleating the strip around the back of the oval.  

The ribbon is Basic Black 1/8" taffeta ribbon that was wrapped around the DSP and then used for the bow as well.  The words are from the new Spooky Bingo Bits stamp set that was punched out with the 1" circle punch and then matted with a 1 1/4" circle.

Such a fun card and so spooky for the holiday, hope you enjoy.

Happy stamping,

Diana

Christmas Lodge - Stamping 411 Sketch Challenge

 Good evening!  We had a great weekend spending some fun family time together and hope you were able to have a restful weekend also.  When I saw this weeks Stamping 411 challenge sketch I immediately knew the Christmas Lodge stamp set would be perfect. 

The cardbase is Cherry Cobbler and then has a layer of Frostwood Lodge designer paper.  The main image is a 3 1/2" circle of Whisper White cardstock and I stamped the house image after inking the stamp with Garden Green and Early Espresso Stampin' Write markers.  Then I used the color spritzer and  a Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Write marker to add speckles to the paper (this was my first time using the color spritzer and I'm still figuring it out, but it definately adds a fun element).  The circle is then matted on an early espresso scallop circle that I cut out with the Big Shot and the Scallop Circle #2 die.


The greeting is from the stame stamp set and uses Garden Green classic ink.  I used the ticket corner punch to punch the corners and then sponged Crumb Cake ink all over the cardstock.  I used a bone folder to break the fibers of the cardstock and which made it easier to ribble the greeting.  The final touch was a bow made with 3/8" Cherry Cobbler quilted satin ribbon and a rhinestone added to the "C" in the greeting.

This card is so pretty!  The Christmas Lodge stamp set is quickly becoming one of my favorites from the Holiday mini catalog, you definately have to get this stamp set.

Have a great week!

Diana

Spice Cake - Petite Pockets Box

Good morning!

Today I wanted to highlight one of our upcoming class projects since it matches the theme for the week.  This box uses the Petite Pocket die and I got this idea from Fran Sabad on Stampin' Up!s Stampin' Connection website.  I used both the Spice Cake DSP and fabric along with the Spice Cake Jumbo Buttons, and the Gently Falling stamp set.  I also used the Day of Gratitude stamp set for the greeting.

I'm planning on using these for thanksgiving for both place cards and favors so this one has my son's name.

If you're local and want to make this project, along with four others don't forget to register for the Holiday Gift Class on October 8.

Enjoy,

Diana

Spice Cake Fall Decorations

Good morning!

I was shopping recently at a local craft store and found these cute grapefine pumpkins that were prelite.  As soon as I saw them I knew they would make a cute fall decoration.  I simply took a piece of our Spice Cake fabric and tied a nice floppy bow.  Then I stamped some leaves with the Gently Falling stamp set and cut them out with paper snips and tied them to the bow with Linen thread. 

Here's a close-up of the fabric bow and leaves, so pretty!

I had planned to have these on my fireplace mantle but they look so cute in the studio with the blue walls I haven't moved them to the family room and may keep them a little while longer in the studio first.

Enjoy,

Diana

Grateful Wishes

Today I wanted to share one of the cards we made a this months Stamp-a-Stack.  This card showcases the Spice Cake designer paper and all it's beautiful colors.  I also used the Houndstooth embossing folder and the big shot for the Soft Suede piece and the Pool Party Ruffled Ribbon.

The stamp sets used in this card is Day of Gratitude (for the thank you greeting) and the Warmest of Wishes Hostess Set.  I colored in the wreath with markers and then used the 1 1/4" circle and scallop circle punch to cut it out.

Now check out the accent behind the scallop, that's called a "lolly."  These seem to be all the rage right now and are super easy to make with the new Simply Scored Board from the Holiday Mini Catalog.

This is such a pretty card and I love all the texture.

Happy stamping,

Diana

Holiday Gift Class - Rescheduled so you still have time!

I wanted to let you know that I've rescheduled this years Holiday Gift Class to Saturday, October 8 at 10:00 AM.  This means you still have time to sign up for this fabulous class. 

Below are the projects we'll be making and they are so much fun. 

The class fee is $30 and as usual will include a light lunch. As an added bonus each attendee will receive to items to use in class and then you get to take them home so you can make additional items even easier!

Make sure to RSVP soon, the last day to register is September 28 or until the class is full!

Hope you can make it!

Diana

Gently Falling - Sketch Challenge

Good evening!  It's amazing how the weather has changed and fall is definately in the air.  Because of our beautiful weather as soon as I saw the sketch for this weeks Stamping 411 challenge I knew I had to use the Gently Falling stamp set for the Holiday mini catalog.  This has definately been one of my go to sets lately.

This card has a base of Pool Party Cardstock with a layer of Pear Pizzaz that I ran through the Big Shot with the Houndstooth Embossing Folder.  The designer paper is Spice Cake and coordinates with the Gently Falling stamp set.  I stamped the leaves and acorn on Very Vanilla cardstock and since these are two step stamps I didn't need to color them in I just stamped the color with the fill in stamp (I did use a blender pen and More Mustard ink to randomly add some additional texture on the leaves for fun).  Then I cut out each of the leaves with paper snips.

The bow uses the fabulous new Early Espresso 3/8" Quilted Satin Ribbon (love the texture) and an orange Fire Crystal brad.  The last touch was the greating from the Grateful Greeting stamp set that was punched out with the oval punch and then attached to the card with dimensionals.  Now check out the challenge sketch....

This card is so pretty and is definately getting me in the mood for fall.  I'll be sharing several other projects with the same product suite throughout the week so make sure to check back.

Have a great week!

Diana

Holiday Gift Class - Just a Few More Days to Register!

Just wanted to drop a quick reminder that you only have a few more days to register for the upcoming Holiday Gift Class.  Below is the flyer with all the details.  All the projects are so fabulous you are not going to want to miss out!

Kidoodles - Sketch Challenge

 Good evening!  The rain has finally stopped and we've been able to get out and enjoy the nice weather this weekend (love it!)  In addition to spending time with my guys I was able to get some quality stamping time this weekend and had a great time with the ladies this afternoon.  One of my projects was this weeks Stamping 411 challenge which was a fantabulous sketch this week, and I immediately thought of the new Kidoodles stamp set when I saw it.  This set was one of my favorites in the new catalog, with such fun and light-hearted images.

This card also uses the Frightful Sight DSP, Spider Web Embossing Folder, Basic Black 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Metallic Brads, and the 1 3/4" Circle punch.  What's that on the spider web you ask, that's the new Dazzling Details from the Holiday mini catalog (glitter in a bottle, who wouldn't love that?) that you just have to try.

Now here's the sketch provided by the 411 Operators, it is so versatile and easy to use. 

I love this card, I'll definately be using this set again for other halloween projects.

Hope you enjoy and have a great week!

Diana

September Stamp-a-Stack

Good evening!  What a crazy week, it's amazing how the start of school turned out schedules upside and left us running to catch up.  I wanted to share the projects we'll be making at this months Stamp-a-Stack, you are going to love them!

There's still time to join us on Sunday, just call or email me so everything will be all set.

It's been so much fun playing with all the fun new items from the Holiday mini catalog, you have got to try them out.  One of my favorites the the new Simply Scored Board, it's so easy and I've been having fun making lollies all night tonight (I'm going to try to make a version of the wreath from the catalog so we'll see how it goes.

Have a great weekend!

Diana

Christmas Wishes

Good morning! 

I wanted to drop in to show you a sample with the great new stamp set from the Holiday Mini Catalog:  Christmas Lodge.   This set is definately going to be one of my favorites for the the upcoming holidays, it's so peaceful.  Other than the fabulous lodge the other highlight of the card is the embossed piece.  I used a brayer to ink up my Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder with Cherry Cobbler ink and ran a piece of Very Vanilla cardstock through the Big shot.  The effect is absolutely beautiful because the raised images stay Vanilla and the rest of the card takes on the Cherry Cobbler ink.

Hope you enjoy and keep your eye out for other samples with this same set. 

If you haven't received your copy of the Holiday Mini catalog and would like one please let me know and I can get one to you.

Thanks and have a great day!

Diana

Reminder -- Last Chance Designer Paper Sale and Occasions Mini Catalog Order

Just a quick reminder that tomorrow is the last day to order from the Occasions Mini catalog so don't miss out on your favorite items.

Tomorrow is also the last day to take advantage of the Buy 3 Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper so now is the perfect time to stock up for all your crafting needs.

You can place your order online, just click the link to the right.

The Open Sea - Sketch Challenge

What a crazy week!  What started out as a nice relaxing family vacation at the beach ended up with an earthquake, evacuation of our beach home, and hunkering down for a hurrican at home.  Through it all we managed to have some fun and stay safe which was the most important thing.  Given the events of the week when I saw this weeks Stamping 411 challenge I immediately knew I needed to use The Open Sea stamp set.  Not only will we be saying goodbye to this stamp set this week but it just seemed perfect for all that's been going on.

The card is pretty simple so I'm just going to list the items used:
  - The Open Sea Stamp Set
  - 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch
  - Nautical Expedition DSP
  - Brads
  - Petal Cone Die and Big Shot
  - Paper:  Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler, Not Quite Navy
  - Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Not Quite Navy, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso

Now check out the original sketch design.  This card turned out exactly as I pictured and I'm going to miss this stamp set, it was one of my favorites for the Occasions Mini Catalog. 

Well, it's back to work and the real work for us...looking forward to the Labor Day holiday next weekend!

Have a great week!

Diana

Occasions Alphabet - Sketch Challenge

Good morning!  What a beautiful day, we're currently vacationing in the OBX this week so I thought I would start by sharing the view I have as I type this post:

Absolutely awesome!

Anyway, before we left I was able to make my card for this weeks Stamping 411 challenge but didn't have time to post. 

I drew the color combination for this card from the Timeless Portrait DSP (love it!).  The colors are Cherry Cobbler, Island Indigo, Crumb Cake, and Very Vanilla.  I sponged the edge of the cardbase and the DSP with Cherry Cobbler ink to add some depth.  The ribbon is Island Indigo ruffled ribbon (fabulous) and I actually made a huge bow for behind the greeting.  The greeting is from the Occasions Alphabet stamp set and was colored with Stampin' Write markers and then punched out with the Modern Label Punch.  I cut a mat out with the Punch Windows Die and the Big Shot.  The final step was attaching the greeting with dimensionals, due to the height of the ribbon I had to use a total of 8 dimensionals (4 on each end) to build up the layers and WOW does it stand out.

Now check out the sketch layout, love how simple this is and is perfect for several different options.  I hope enjoy.

I thought I would end with a picture of the kids swimming last night, which they loved.

Have a great week!

Diana

Sketch Challenge - Sunny Fun

 Good evening.  I love weekends where we get to hang out with family and friends and this weekend was one of those times and with the humidity taking a break it was actually enjoyable to spend time outside.  Since the days are quickly ticking away to the end of summer I thought the Sunny Fun stamp set would be perfect to capture the summer times for this weeks Stamping 411 challenge. 

The cardbase is Pool Party (love that name) with  a piece of Daffodil Delight cardstock on top that I ran through the Big Shot with the Perfect Polka Dot embossing folder.  The two strips of designer paper are from the Domestic Goddess DSP set which goes perfect with the Pool Party and Calypso Coral Ruffled Ribbon (you have see this ribbon in person).    

The main image is stamped with the Sunny Fun set in Basic Black and then punched out with the 1 3/4" Circle Punch.  I colored in the kids with a blender pen and Stampin' Write markers, and sponged the sky with Pool Party and Baja Breeze ink.  The circle is matted on a 2 3/8" scallop circle punched out of Calyspo Coral, and white dots were added to each of the scallops with a White Gel pen.    The final touch was stamping the greeting and then punching out with the modern label punch (half was tucked under the circle) and a rhinstone was added to add a little sparkle.

This card is so cute and summery.

Hope you enjoy and have a great week!

Diana

August Stamp-a-Stack

Good morning! 

What a beautiful morning, I love that we're getting a break from the heat and humidity.  Just wanted to share some of the projects for this Sunday's Stamp-a-Stack.  These are so great, and you're going to love them (check out that snow cone!) 

There is one additional card that will be exclusive for those who attend so make sure you don't miss out.  There's still time to RSVP so let me know if you want to attend!

Happy Stamping,

Diana

Amazing Promotion for the Month of August

Stampin' Up! just announced a promotion as hot as the weather outside!! During the month of August when you purchase three packages of SU exclusive Designer Series Paper you get an additional package for FREE (a $10.95 value)! This is a great time to stock up on all the brand new Designer Series Paper in the new Stampin' Up! Idea Book and Catalog or the Summer Mini (note: the specialty designer paper is not included in this promotion, sorry).

Contact me to place your order to go to my On-Line Store HERE and order immediately.

Sketch Challenge - Baby Shower Greetings

 Good evening!  Wow it's been awhile since I've posted as I've been trying to get back into the swing of things after convention.  We've been on the run since we got back and this weekend was actually first time I got down into the studio since before convention, boy did I miss it.  When I saw this weeks Stamping 411 challenge sketch I knew it would be perfect for a baby shower I went to earlier this afternoon.

This card uses the Baby Bundle stamp set which I love because of all the little pieces that are included.  For the background I ran a piece of Whisper White cardstock through the Big Shot with the Perfect Polka dots embossing folder before matting it on Chocolate chip cardstock and the Pink Piroutte cardbase.  For the main stamped image I stamped the greeting with Chocolate chip ink and then colored the hearts in with Stampin' Write markers.  I tied Certainly Celery 3/8" Taffeta ribbon around the cardstock before matting on Rose Red card stock and used the Scallop Trim border and corner punches on the mat. 

For the accents I stamped and cut out several of little pieces and cut and colored them.  3 smaller pieces were glued to the bottom right corner.  I punched holes in the 3 larger cutout pieces and used White Baker's Twine to tie them around the ribbon.  The final touch are 3 silver brads in the top right corner.

This card turned out exactly like I pictured, love it!  I love when I get to give a card I make to someone in person so I can see there reaction, it's too fun.

Hope you have a great week and happy stamping,

Diana