Sympathy Card

A very special lady asked me to make a sympathy card for her to give to a friend. She had a request an image of a horse be used. I made the below card, however, I did not have any stamps with horse images so off I went to search online for a digital horse stamp. I located the below horse image at Bombshell Stamps. I simply downloaded it and printed it out. You can do the same with the Stampin' Up Digital Downloads. I got the layout idea from Mojo Monday.

 The below image shows the inside of the card as well as the stamped envelope and inside of card.

Supplies used:

Stamp Set: Loving Thoughts and Bordering on Romance (Occasions Mini)
Card Stock: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Soft Suede, Naturals Ivory
DSP: Well Worn
Ink: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Soft Suede
Embellishments: Small Jewels (Pearls), Twill Tape
Big Shot with Text.Impressions Designer Frames and Text.Impressions Finial Press

Happy Valentine's Peeps

I got this great idea from my upline, Alicia. She made a Peeps Holder at showed it to all of us at our Stampin' Up Group Meeting. I thought it was so cute so I just had to case it. She has the best ideas.

The boxes I had purchased had either 2 large pink marshmallow hearts or an "I[heart]U". The base of the box was Lucky Limeade (5 3/8" x 11") and was scored along the long side at 3", 4 1/8", 7 1/8" and 8 1/4". Email me if you want directions on how to make it.

Supplies used to make:
Stamps: Delightful Dozen
Card Stock: Lucky Limeade, Wisteria Wonder, Whisper White
DSP: Sweet Shop (Occasions Mini Catalog)
Ink: Calypso Coral, Wisteria Wonder
Big Shot using Adorning Accents Edgelits Die (Scallop)
Punches: Lace Ribbon Border, Decorative Label
Embellishments: Everyday Enchantment Organdy in Lucky Limeade (Sale-a-bration) and 3/8" Ruffled Ribbon in Wisteria Wonder

Twitterpated Happy Birthday!

I recently made this card for a couple of dear friends who had Birthdays this past week. I also used it for a Class. I was inspired by the card on the cover of the Occasions Mini Catalog. It was a lot of fun to make. I just love the colors! Plus, I put a note for my Birthday friends to recycle this card.

Supplies used to make card:
Stamps: Elementary Elegance (Sale-a-bration), Bordering on Romance (Occasions Mini)
Card Stock: Island Indigo, Blushing Bride, Riding Hood Red, Naturals White
DSP: Twitterpated (Occasions Mini)
Ink: Island Indigo, Blushing Bride, 
Punch: Postage Stamp
Big Shot using Edgelits Dies, Labels Collection Framelits Dies, Text.Impressions Embossing Folders (Adorning Accents) from Occasions Mini Catalog
Embellishments: Jewels-Basic Pearl

Polar Party Box

One of my Stampin' Up customers (Marisa Ortega), and friend, made this adorable box. She used the Polar Party Stamp set. I just love how she used the Jingle Bells (Holiday Mini-past) and the snowflake brad (non-SU). The bells look so cute on the tip of bear and penguins hats. The snowflake is perfectly set in the scene. I really like the contrast between the Whisper White and Cherry Cobbler Card Stock. She made this box out of two Fancy Favor Boxes, which she made with the Big Shot.She did an amazing job!

 Here is what she put inside the box: Chocolates!

 This is a pic of the back of the box. Too Cute! The wreaths stamped in the background give this card some depth and make the Christmas Trees stand out.

Marisa, Thank You for bringing your card to show me. I love it!

Treats from Hostess

I really love all of my Stampin' Up Hostesses. They are fun to stamp with and a joy to be around. I just had to share a pic of one of the yummy treats my Hostess made for her workshop guests.

They were soooo yummy! She is an awesome cook and baker. They were sugar cookies with half covered in Chocolate. She sent a bag of them home with me. :0) She is so sweet and generous. I just love her workshops!

FREE Trial for My Digital Studio Express!

If you have ever thought about tapping into the digital aspect of Paper Crafting, now is a great time to try it out for FREE. Starting today, Stampin' Up has opened up the My Digital Studio (MDS) for a 30 day trial basis, for you to try it out.

Here is how you can download the software for Free.

• Go to my Stampin' Up site (Click HERE)
• You can order it by itself or add it to other items 
• If you are a new customer, you will be asked to create an account
• No payment is required for the download

How to install the software after you have ordered it:

• Once you have ordered it, you can access your My Digital Studio Express Trial download through the Downloads section of your account. Make sure to select Mac or Windows, and the download and install wizards will walk you through the rest of the process.

Do my 30 days start as soon as I download it?

• Your 30 day trial period starts as soon as you launch the program. It does not matter when you download the program, your 30 days will start as soon as you actually launch (open) the program. 

Will the trial still last 30 days even if I order it in the middle or end of the month?

• You can order the MDS Trial at any time. The trial period is not tied to the calendar. The trial period will begin as soon as you launch the program and you will be able to use it for the next 30 days.  

How do I use My Digital Studio? 

• There are several videos and resources available on the training section of MyDigitalStudio.net that will assist you in learning how to use the program.

Can I place a print order with the trial version? 

• Yes, you have full access to everything you can do in My Digital Studio for 30 days. This includes full designing functionality, printing, and the ability to purchase downloads. 

I hope you take advantage of this FREE offer! You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain. This is a great chance to step out of your box and learn something new. Have fun!