Last Chance for 2008-2009 In Colors!!

Remember June 1st the Last Chance Retired List will be posted!

This will be your last opportunity to get all the In Color Card stock and Accessories!

These items will be the first to sell out!. Remember they match your Scrappin Kits and your Designer papers you may have left!

So make sure you are adequately stocked on your favorite items!!

I can't wait to see the sneak peak catty. Please email me if you would like one.

Also, I am taking reservations on the new catalog which will launch on July 1st with all the NEW and amazing upcoming trends, Sizzix dies, and embossing folders. Also, an entire new line of decor elements!! I will probably be up tonight looking for it to go onlline!!LOL!

You may place your order online at www.whitneyrichardon.stampinup.net or email me with your order!

Make sure to check back tomorrow for the Last Chance List!!

Dates: June 1-30, 2009
Promotion Details:
The Summer Fun Hostess Bonus Promotion has two parts:
Hostesses who hold a $250-$399.99 workshop will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars.
Hostesses who hold a $400 or more workshop will receive an additional $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Email me today to book your online catalog party or workshop !
www.whitneyrichardson1969@gmail.com

Thougths and Prayer Cards

I cased this card from my blogger buddy Laurie see her card here http://stampingupnorthwithlaurie.blogspot.com/ , I changed my colors but left everything else pretty much the same because it is just perfect the way it is!

Directions:

Cardstock: Kiwi Kiss, Cameo Coral,Whisper white

Stamp Set: Thoughts and Prayers
Dimensions: Base Kiwi: 4 1/4 x 11 score at 5

Cameo coral: 4 3/4x 3-1/2

Whisper white: 3 1/4 x 4

Assembly:

I used various CB embossing folders on the cardstock to add dimension to the card.

1. Use the Ovals Die cut to create the focal ovals cameo base (large oval)
2. Die Cut White oval(medium oval)
3. Use the eyelet border punch for bottom of the focal cut white cs 1x 3 3 1/4


4. Use the SU little leaves embosslit to cut the leaves adhere under the ovals with a glue dot


5. Use your cameo and old olive markers on the flowers ( stamp off first) on the Thoughts & Prayers stamp on the white oval and then stamp your choice of sentiment on top with classic basic black ink.


6. Adhere the ovals with dimensionals on top as the focal point


7. Punch out cameo little flowers with the Boho punch, and use your paper piercer to poke a hole in the middle and add the brad of your choice and apply with a dimensional.

Raspberry Tart Flip Scrap Album

This is my flip scrap album! It was a challenge I received from a friend. She saw it on SCS and we couldn't find the directions. So I had to look at it and figure it out! I can't believe I figured it out! The one on SCS was made by Sharp Stamper. If you would like to see her sample go to SCS and search Sharp Stamper and you will find her gallery.

This looks very intimidating but really its much simpler than it looks!
This flip book gives you so many pages and different options for your pictures!
They are so fun to decorate and mix and match your DP!
Remember right now is the perfect time to get all the Designer Paper you have been wanting with the promo Buy 3 get one FREE! Promo ends May 31st!!

inside cover of the front
The little scallop envelope can be used to put journal pieces in.

outside of the first insert

This is the opening of the first insert which gives you 3",6" & 3"
I used the eyelet border punch and match box die labels and oval punches

This is a shot of the panels on the outside of the insert .The flower is from Baskets and Blooms and two small ovals that have been crimpedfor the leaves.

This is the second insert
I love this one, it is my favorite in the book!

This is the back of the second insert and the back cover.
I decorated it and left it generic because whoever gets it can customize it and make it their own when they add their pictures! Great craft sale item!

This is the outside of the flip book on the back end.

This is one of the new Sizzix Square Scallop clear die cuts I got at The Orlando Scapbook Expo!

For decorating my album I used alot of the label die cuts from the match box die, photo corners punch, scallop oval punch from the mini and the Daisy die! These are absolutely must have die cuts and punches fro Scrapbooking and Card making!
I hope you enjoy this, let me know what you think?

Rainy Day Creations

So have you noticed if your like me and our house when we refer to colors they are always in Stampin' Up terminology? Oh I saw the most beautiful Old Olive colored shirt today....LOL!

anyway, I was in Staples getting ink cartridges again!! I spotted them way across the aisle

the dry erase boards in Kiwi Kiss and Baha Breeze and the closer I got , YES! they were on CLEARANCE! $3.88. so today I was looking at them wondering what in the world I was going to do with them, I mean at that price and yes bcause they were Kiwi and Baha I had to have them.

anyone relate, like the dollar bin at Target. I have 8 totes of that kind if thinking.

Anyway, I had my rub-ons out and boy I started going to town. They glide on this surface like butter. No mistakes. I think they came out so cute. Great craft sale item. So go buy out your local Staples for $3.88 each and a package of Summer Love rub-ons you can't go wrong!

This is the Baha Breeze one, great for a Friend gift!

This is another one of the mix and match sentiment boxes.
Supplies:

Cardstock:Textured Saffron and Baha, WIP, DP

Textured is more durable and suggested for this project.

Accessories: Sizzix Oval Frame die, Chipboard, DP to cover it, white ep, embossing buddy , heat tool, All Holidays Stamp Set, and in color buttons

CS: Baha and WIP DP

Stamp Set: Central Park, Over AllAccessories: Eyelet border,Matchbox die cut label, medium oval punch,
Bottom of the box with various die cuts labels in matching colors from the matchbox die, stamped sentiments on whisper white cs to mix and match with a dimensional on top.

"Over All "Mix & Match Note Card Gift Boxes

Check out this cool Walk in the Park Box (yes I do own other DP)

However, I have like 4 packs of this! So I am trying to use it up!

Here are a few Note Cards samples made with colored cardstock.

Supplies:

CS: Walk in the Park DP and Basic Gray and whisper white

Accesories: Summer Love Rub-ons, eylet border punch, square scallop, dimensionals

Supplies:

CS: Cameo coral, WIP DP, Baha Breeze, whisper white

Accessories: Match Box die cut, scallop punch, summer love rub-ons, eyelet border punch
CS: Basic Gray, Whisper white, WIP DP

Accessories:Square Scallop punch, Eyelet border punch,Summer Love rub-ons
All of these cards will fit into this box and for an advanced card maker you can also add rub-ons to the kit so they embellish the cards a bit more.

This is an awesome gift for anyone. Below I have created a gift set you can mix and match the sentiments to fit whatever occasion. The box tutorial is from the new category on

the SU Demo website
Home > Show & Tell > Stamping Challenge Ideas. this is an awesome tool to find class planners with all the directions from beginning to end and also pictures! Great tool!

So yet another reason to take advantage of the

$75.00 scrapbook recruit promotion! Become a Serenity Stamper today!

I cased this one like the sample on the SU site but changed the DP, etc.

This is the bottom of the box it measures 8.5x8.5 and the top is 7.5x7.5
6 note cards/envelopes from page 157 in SU catty
Decorate with Designer paper, cardstock and then inside their box you put in several different pre-stamped sentiments and then they put a dimensionals on the back and stick it on! Boom their done, just lick the envelope and go! There is even enough room you could put a matching pentel pen with DP wrapped around the inside of the pen to make it coordinate and throw some postage in there as well.

Card samples of the basic layout.
You could use this one for a workshop and only do one project for

your experienced repeat hostesses and stampers! As a special treat!

It is affordable. Just mix and match your Designer papers keeping the same layout makes it super simple to pop these out. Also makes a great class or Stamp Camp project.

I would love to see your box!

A Gift Box of Cards for a Friend

This is the front cover of a gift box that fits up to 8 cards and envelopes.

This would also make an awesome card front! I love the Summer Love rub-ons!

That is what I love about being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, on the SU demo website there is a new section where demonstrators post ideas for workshops and classes. I got some really great ideas on how to use these rub-ons. So if you are thinking about possibly taking advantage of the $75 new recruit promo there is just one more reason! You get access to so many sites with ideas and projects to keep you busy! It's cheaper than therapy and a whole lot more fun! that is my motto and I am stickin to it.

Supplies:
Card stock: Base: Baha Breeze, Kiwi Kiss, Cameo Coral, Walk in the Park Dp, Very Vanilla

Accessories: Scallop edge punch, Summer Love rub-ons, texture plate on the coral, Latte buttons, dimensionals, eyelet border punch

This is the side view of the box.

A Challenge for you!!

The first person to email 3 card samples that would match this ensemble will win the tutorial to make this box! So get your mojo going and let me see what you have got!!

It is still flooding her in Daytona Beach. We have received 14 inches of rain!!!! More than the hurricanes that destroyed the place 5-6 yrs ago. I need some sunshine, this rain is killing me!!

Inspire,Create,Share!! Have a Great day!!

email entries to www.whitneyrichardson1969@gmail.com

The Best $75.00 You Will Ever Spend!

Now Is the BEST Time To Become A Serenity Stampers!!

ONLY $75.00 and Pre-Order Perks!
Stampin’ Up is offering a smaller, scrapbooking version of the Starter Kit. Although it sounds like it is just for scrapbookers, it really isn’t. What they are really offering is a way to get the perks of being a demonstrator for only $75 instead of $199.

What’s in this reduced kit?

YOU choose any stamp set $43.95 or less, any Simply Scrappin; kit (can be used for cards, too – see them HERE),

one pack of assorted 12 x 12 solid textured card stock (24 sheets, 12 colors. See them HERE) and one ink pad 7.95 or less.

That is actually $83 in product for only $75!

Shipping is free, you pay the tax. Wow – can I just sign up again?
This is the perfect time to try it out, as a hobby or as a business.

June 1st is a big day for demonstrators – we get to see AND preorder the new In Colors, sneak peek stamp sets, hostess sets and a copy of the NEW catalog that begins July 1st

Plus you get to attend our "Serenity Stampers" downline group meetings monthly and learn tons of new projects! And if you are not from around here, that's fine too. We include everything via email and blog you won't be left out of the loop!

You will learn how to make all this stuff you see on our blogs behind the scenes information, tips and you will get to enjoy the peace and serenity of becoming a "Serenity Stamper"! that is most definitely worth $75.00!

Quotas? Heck, if you sign up now you do not have to meet the $300.00 per quarter quota until September! Plus your first order you get 30% off! Oh I could go on and on!

If you are interested in signing up just email me www.whitneyrichardson1969@gmail.com

and I will be glad to give you all the details!

I Am In Shock!!

I received an award today from my fellow blogger Patti, you can visit her at

http://creationsbypatti.blogspot.com/.

This is my first time receiving an award like this so I hope I get it right.

Now I get to name 5 people who inspire me!

These ladies inspire me each day in crafting as well as blogging!

Each time my mojo is blocked I know I can go to any of these sites and instantly become unblocked! -thank you so much for all your inspiration!

Laurie from up North:http://stampingupnorthwithlaurie.blogspot.com/
Tiffany Bauer:http://www.mycraftyworld.blogspot.com/

Mary Fish:http://www.stampinpretty.com/
Karen Sylvester:http://www.kerinstamps.com/stampin_with_kerin/

Leann Greff: http://flowerbug.typepad.com/my_weblog/

The rules of this award (To pick up the Lemonade stand):-

Comment on this blog. Cut & Paste the award logo and use it in your own blog.-

Nominate 5 -10 blogs you feel show great attitude and gratitude.-

Link to your nominees within your blog post.-

Comment on their blogs to let them know they've received the award.-

Link back to the person who gave you the award to show your appreciation

Vicky's Gift Notes

Aren't these beautiful? My downline Vicky, we call her DiFabulous took the gift note holders I taught (the one we learned at leadership) and made it diFabulous with the gift notes that SU sells on page 157, and I think she made some of her own to match this DP.
This is the card holder embellished with Tea Party DP and the new scallop punch from the Occasions Mini! If you haven't placed your order from the Occasions Mini, what are you waiting for? Go to my website at www.whitneyrichardson.stampinup.net and order NOW!! online and it will be shipped directly to you! This template will also fit the scallop notes as well!
With any $25.00 order or more you will receive the tutorial for this project for FREE!!

These are designed with A Walk in the Park DP and the stamp set Good Friend from the Occasions Mini as well!

I think Vicky did a Difabulous job with these quick and very cute cards!

They make great gifts! She is a super talented crafter and I am so proud to have her as a member of my Serenity Stampers team!

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Jumble Alphabet Sneak Peek
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Match Box & Card Box Gift Set

Here is a little match box filled with 4 Hershey wrapped nuggets

in " A Walk in the Park Designer Paper. What I like about this paper is it has two trends to it.

If you are more drawn to blues and grays you got it if you like the lighter/brighter colors they are there too. You can mix and match and get so many different looks with just one pack of paper! Remember right now with the May promtion you can buy 3 packs of DP or textured cardstock and receive the 4th one FREE!!

I like how the sentiment turned out on this box. I used the Sizzix framed oval border and the large oval from the Ovals Sizzix die and the label die from the match box die and embossed it with white Ep with the Stamp Set Sincere Salutations and garnished it with a basic gray corduroy button

Daytona Stamp Studio & Organization

This is a shot of my new workstation !
This will soon be filled with my crafts for sale! Few things left but I sold out big time at my moving craft sale! So I have to get my mojo flowing and get busy!!
I just found an awesome opportunity at the HUGE Daytona Flea Market here in town.
I can rent a little shop in there monthly and hopefully sell some crafts and meet some new frineds!

MY downline and dear friend Vicky had this cool idea and I just had to implement this into organization system. I also have several punches from the sizzix and other punches from projects in bags so that way if I need one I can just grab it and go instead of stopping and having to cut punches. This is one of the best views of my work staition.
I am so happy to have an amazing handy husband that has worked so hard to make it perfect for me. I have to say he is the best and I just love him!!

My curtain rods are from Wal-Mart($14.00 each) I got two of the 28x48 ft black designer rods and stretched it out as far across as it would go.I missed the HUGE grand Opening of IKEA in Tampa which opened the day before I moved!! Then I bought the little black circle clips that actually are suppose to hang curtains and that is what the above items are hanging on. For my bday and Mothers day I got beautiful new formica countertops, I am in heaven!!It is so long I have every station set up!

First My Sizzix, then embossing, then embellishments, scor-pal and then my cutting systems!!

This is the paper station. I have all my 12x12 cardstock in the paper trays under the cabinet.

The DP is in the white 12x12 bins and next to that is my filing cabinet with my 8 1/2 x 11 paper.

On top of that is my scraps in a single filing system. My ribbon racks( are on a peg board system my DH built) and paper tray I bought off my friend Jackie who owns a scrap book store in Brandon. I love those ribbon racks.They are the greatest! Ribbon storage was one of my biggest frustrations!! Tip: Go to your local scrap book stores alot of times they have things they want to get rid of and you can get really good deals. Especially now with the economy alotof stores are cutting back on inventory leaving open spaces!
This is the coolest stool it adjust to your weight when you sit in it. I saw one at my friend Geri's house about 9 months ago and have been looking for one ever since and they had them at Target here only $59.00 if it had wheels it would be perfect. So if you are like me and stand all day this stool will make you want to sit for a while!
Well that is the overview so far!! Looking forward to alot of stamp camp retreats here at the beach!! See ya soon!!

"A Walk in the Park" Array

Now that I have my new stamp studio set and ready to go here in Daytona

I have had some creative time and I just absolutley love this paper.

This box will hold up to 10 cards! Depending of course with the depth of layers and embellishments plus envelopes! These are a popular craft fair item. I sold a ton of these at Mother's day! I gave my MOM one for Mother's Day at my surprise bday party they had for me. All my cousins and aunts wanted their own and of course filled with cards! I was thrilled.
Supplies:
Card stock: Kiwi,WIP DP,cameo coral
Accessories: Eyelet border punch, Sizzix oval frame punch(I only used the oval), Summer Love rub-ons(love these!!) aluminum tags, filigree brads, kiwi kiss 5/8" striped ribbon on top of the box, glue dots, sticky strip a must with this box.

This is a bday card I made for my best friends daughter Gina for her Sweet 16! It's very Late but hey, I like late cards I get to celebrate all over again!
Supplies:
Cardstock: so Saffron, Baha,Cameo Coral, white,WIP DP,
Accessories: Sizzix large Circle Scallop die, cut in half, layered with the circle #2 sizzix Die cut in 1/2 , with summer love rub-ons, photo corner punch, eyelet border punch, white gel pen,in color buttons, and Saffron Twill ribbon andalso I used the Bella Toile BG stamp on the base of the card.I hope she likes it. She is a very special girl who is getting ready to go on a missions trip the summer to Peru. I wish her much love and safe travels.

Candy tin with the rules of chocolate always a favorite! I always have to make in every new DP !

Hope you enjoy these and Happy crafting!!

Many Mowers Father's Day Card

Yes, I am still alive! Boy it has been a while since I last posted. My husband unexpectedly received a job transfer to Daytona Beach and we had 10 days to move! Not only pack an entire home but my stamp studio as well. Now in the process of getting my new stamp studio set up and everything in its place. BOY! I have a bunch of stuff and that is after 4 HUGE craft and lgarage sales prior to moving!! Daytona is a cool place to live I am really enjoying it here!

Folks are very friendly and the town just moves at a slower pace and I am kinda of diggin that.

Also I turned "40" on May 8th yes moving on my birthday was a joy. But I have so many wonderful stamping friends that gave me a wonderful send off and birthday party prior to leaving . SU has given me many gifts in the last three years but the friends that I have met though SU has been an amzing blessing that has changed my life significantly.

So the card above I made before I left and I just found it while unpacking and thought I would post it. It is the stair step card I posted at Valentines Day check out Feb 09 for dimensions.

Supplies:

Stamps: Many Mowers(occasions Mini)

Ink:Black stazon, kiwi(ink to w/c pp w/ blender pen)

Paper: Kraft, kiwi, black, w/c pp

Accessories:Cuttlebug BG squares embossing folder,library clips(kiwi), kiwi cord buttons,

spiral punch, dimensionals

Hope you enjoy!!

Off to work, I need inspiration, my mojo is floating out in space!!