Playing With Punches!

Hello Everyone!!

My project samples today are cards designed for my 'Wellness' Cardmaking luncheon at work! The girls worked with oval punches & vellum cardstock to create these wonderful flower accents for their cards! I created the cards in a variety of 2010 In Colors! I'm finding these colors so easy & much fun to work with!

Here's a shot of each of the different color cards we made. I brought an assortment of embellishments with me today including the White Grommets, Jumbo Brads and Designer Brads and finally Corduroy Buttons. It was really fun to watch the girls pick out their own combinations for their cards - making each one look unique!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Happy Twinkle Tuesday Everyone!

Today's festive project is a few years old but the set is actually still available to purchase! Yes, Lovely As A Tree is truly a classic! This card was one of the samples I used at one of my very first Holiday MEGA Events - I know some of you will remember that one :o)
The colors are Night Of Navy and Whisper White with Vellum used as one of the layers! The ink is Craft White.

I also wanted to announce the final Deal of the Week for July! Yes, I know...I said that last week was the final Deal of the Week - not sure why I would ever want to rush through July by thinking the 20th was the final Monday of the month. Too funny!

Heart To Heart

When your heart is full, you often want to show it. Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest, dimension, and color to your cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. You can glue punched shapes directly onto your projects or layer a sheet of card stock that has been punched over a coordinating card stock for a reverse effect. The Full Heart punch is a classic heart shape that coordinates with the Love You Much stamp set.

■ Add interest to scrapbook pages and cards
■ Has an easy-to-use thumb lever

Regular Price $22.95
Special Sale Price $15.99

Contact me anytime at lisaburns@rogers.com to order yours! OR shop online here!

Are you thinking what I'm thinking?

So, this story begins with my Mom and me shopping... It is one of my favorite things to do with my Mom :o) As mentioned in a previous post, I have spent a lot (A LOT) of time cleaning out my Craft Room and re-organizing so that it is more functional for my needs. After accomplishing that daunting task, I knew I could treat myself to some shopping for the room. I made my list, which consisted of:

• A clock ..yes girls, finally I'm breaking down to get a clock for the room! Apparently time really doesn't stand still while stamping *lol*


• Some shelving


• Some form of a display stand (needed to be portable)


• Some storage systems

I managed to find 2 items from this list while I was out shopping with my Mom last week and thought I would share both over the next couple of days. Today...I'm sharing the item I'm most pleased with! Wait till you see...

Here's the item! ARE YOU THINKING WHAT I WAS THINKING???

If not...well check out this next pic to see what I did with the clock! I'm so excited to have something versatile like this in my room! I will be able to change the colors with the seasons and showcase our amazing line-up of shades in each color family as well as the In Colors!!

In honour of summer (with a hint of sarcasm) I have started the clock with the Bold Brights color family!

Now I just have to decide on where to hang it in my craft room! Hope you have an amazing Wednesday everyone!!

Twinkle Tuesdays & Holiday Club Samples!

Happy Twinkle Day Everyone!
Enjoy the holiday sample for the day - it is one of my favorite samples from the new catalogue! See bottom of post for card/product details!

Along the same theme...I thought I would share the first 2 projects for my Holiday Club gals! We are still searching for a few more club members to get started in July so if you are interested in getting a head start on your Holiday cards, if you want to come out once a month for some FUN, SOCIAL STAMPING TIME, if you want to learn more techniques and valuable tips about SU! products...YOU SHOULD JOIN!

Email me at lisaburns@rogers.com anytime for more club details! Club members will attend an exclusive club event next week and make 4 Holiday cards in total - 2 of each of the following:

July Holiday Club Projects!!


SUPPLY LIST for Holly Christmas Card:

A Holly, Jolly Christmas
$35.95

Jolly
$7.75

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock
$9.95

Rich Regals 12X12 Textured Card Stock
$15.95

Soft Subtles 12X12 Textured Card Stock
$15.95

Earth Elements 12X12 Textured Card Stock
$15.95

On Board Essentials
$16.95

Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Pad
$7.95

Bashful Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
$7.95

Certainly Celery Classic Stampin' Pad
$7.95

Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Pad
$7.95

Always Artichoke Stampin' Write Marker
$4.50

Certainly Celery Stampin' Write Marker
$4.50

Ruby Red Stampin' Write Marker
$4.50

Bashful Blue 1/4 Inch Grosgrain Ribbon
$7.50

Mini Library Clips
$18.95

Stampin' Dimensionals
$5.50

Mat Pack
$13.95

Paper-Piercing Tool
$4.50

Announcing the LAST Deal of the Week (#4)!

Here it is...the final Deal of the Week for July! I hope SU! runs this promotion again - it was SOOOO MUCH FUN! Based on all your feedback, I think you enjoyed it also :o)

July 20th through to July 27
112454 -Page 178
Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware

Regular Price $41.95
Sale Price $26.99


Get yours now by emailing me at lisaburns@rogers.com!!

Add some hardware to your projects. Our high-quality metal Hodgepodge Hardware contains etched designs on brads and accents that coordinates with several of our punches. Each kit contains approximately 100 embellishments and 100 3/16" brads.

Enjoy the savings!

Big Shot Class Projects

Hi There Everyone!

Yesterday was an SU! catch-up day and the weather was perfect for that! It was sunny one minute, then cloudy the next, then rain, then sun again...and cool! Definitely doesn't feel like July but I'm not complaining at all! I think the weather has been perfect for those of us that don't have a pool *lol*

After spending lots 'o time getting caught up on some of my admin-type stuff for SU! I treated myself to some quality time in my Craft Room! Turns out I'm more productive when I feel like I have time to spare in my room :o)

I am completely ready for my BIG SHOT CLASS on Tuesday, pre-cutting and all! Since I'm ahead of schedule now I thought I would post some pictures of the projects I finally decided on. I'm quite happy with them and can't wait for the girls to see (and make) them!

I could fit 1-2 more stampers into this group if you're interested - email me as soon as possible at lisaburns@rogers.com. I would have to cut registration off by noon tomorrow (Monday)though so that I have time to finish cutting for anyone else joining us.

Guests will have an option to make this color scheme...

Or this color scheme...

This will be the third project we'll be making...

There's lots of Big Shot usage with these projects, and the samples use a variety of different Big Shot accessories so guests will definitely walk away with tons of new ideas & some finished projects to giveaway!!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Ribbon Share Updates!

Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend so far! I've had a few questions about my ribbon shares so I thought I would post an update on what I have left + details on my newest share... 1 1/4 inch Striped Grosgrain Ribbon!

I'm VERY excited to announce that shares now come in 'mini' sizes so if you don't think you need 3 yards of ribbon - I'm making them available in '2 yards of each color' shares and/or '1 yard each color' shares!! This new format only applies to the new 2010 Ribbon Shares however, not the remaining retired ribbon shares I have left available. Thanks!

Double-Stitched 1-inch Grosgrain Ribbon. You get 2 yards of each of these 4 colors for a total of 8 yards of ribbon: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze & Rose Red. Cost of share $12.

Spring/Summer '08 In Color Double-Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon. 3 yards of each of these 6 colors for a total of 18 yards of ribbon: Purely Pomegrante, Wild Wasabi, River Rock, Groovy Guava, Soft Sky & Blue Bayou. Cost of share $20

1/4-inch Grosgrain Ribbon. You get 1 yard of each of these 19 colors for a total of 19 yards of ribbon: Bravo Burgundy, Real Red, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, Eggplant Envy, Rose Red, Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue, Mellow Moss, Night of Navy, Very Vanilla, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise, Sage Shadow, Always Artichoke, So Saffron. Cost of share $10

NEW 2010 1/2-inch Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon. You get these 6 colors in each share: Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango and Melon Mambo.

1 yard of each color (6 yards total) - Cost of share $7
2 yards of each color (12 yards total) - Cost of share $13 (Savings of $1 per share)

NEW 1-1/4 inch Striped Grosgrain Ribbon. You get these 4 colors in each share: Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive and Basic Black

1 yard of each color (4 yards total) - Cost of share $7
2 yards of each color (8 yards total) - Cost of share $13 (Savings of $1 per share)

Thanks for stopping by today!

Big Shot Class - Tuesday July 21st!

I bet you've seen a ton of great Big Shot projects shown all over the bloggin' world! Want to learn how to make a few of them?

Join me on Tuesday July 21st for some Big Shot fun! We'll be making several Big Shot projects including this super-cute gift box!

Register by emailing me at lisaburns@rogers.com. No experience is necessary - I'll teach you everything you need to know to make these projects and all material is pre-cut for guests so you need not worry about bringing any tools or supplies for this class - I provide it all (including the candy!!

Hope you'll join in the fun!

Fun At Canada's Wonderland!

Yesterday, we took another day trip - this time to Canada's Wonderland with our friends Mary, Spencer, Nicholas and Jackson. We had a fabulous time being 'kids' for the day!

This trip was a first for Evan and myself (yes, sad as it is, I had never been to this theme park before), but it definitely won't be our last! Today was Toyota Family Day at Wonderland so employee family & friends had the park all to ourselves from 9-10am, before the park opened to the public! It was awesome! I didn't realize just how nice this perk was until later in the afternoon when we waited on average 45mins to get on most rides (yuck)... But aside from that theme park reality, we LOVED the experience!

I don't often post non-stamping pictures on my blog but thought I would share some of the fun we had! Have I mentioned how much I LOVE VACATION TIME!??!!

Twinkle Tuesdays!

It does seem odd to be writing that title while it's sunny & warm outside - but with my 2-weeks of vacation I'm trying hard to think ahead and plan for a busy fall/winter season with Stampin' Up!

Summer is the perfect time to begin thinking about Holiday layouts and colors - BEFORE the hussle and bussle of back-to-school and fall activities begin!

With that in mind, I'm starting up 'Twinkle Tuesdays' on my blog, where you can be sure to find holiday samples every Tuesday for your festive inspiration!!

Here is your holiday sample for the day! Enjoy!

Merry & Bright Card
In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, you still have time to put together lovely handmade Christmas cards. Really! Our Simply Scrappin' kits make it simple and fun!

SUPPLY LIST:

Old Olive 8-1/2X11 Card Stock
$7.25

Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin'
$26.95

Old Olive 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
$13.50

Stampin' Dimensionals
$5.50

2010 In Color Markers Class!

I was one of the many stampers to become giddy with excitement upon finding out that SU! was offering In Color Stampin' Write Markers in the new 2010 Idea Book & Catalogue!

Now that I've had my markers for a few weeks and have had a chance to play around with them a bit, I'm anxious to show you how great they are too!

JULY CLASS REMINDER!

Join me on Monday July 27th for an amazing 2010 In Marker Preorder Class to learn about and TRY these fantastic markers for yourself! All the class details can be found by clicking here but I've included 2 of the 6 cards we'll be making below. You'll have to act fast...here's why!

The 2010 In Color Markers are a must-have for this class so if you need to order them, your deadline to register is this coming Wednesday July 15th to ensure the Markers arrive in time for the class. The class fee includes the full set of In Color Markers, all class material & instruction!

If you already have the 2010 In Color Markers, or they are scheduled to arrive in time for the class, you are more than welcome to attend the class and simply pay a flat class fee. Please contact me in advance to make these arrangements as I'm only opening up a couple of spots this time around for this type of class-go'er.

I'm really excited about these class cards - I think you will be too! I'll share the rest of the class samples after the class to avoid spoiling too much of the surprise :o)

Sign up today by emailing me at lisaburns@rogers.com!

Have a great Monday! Off to do some mini putt :o)

Final Call For Week 2 - Deal of the Week!

CURRENT DEAL OF THE WEEK


Big Shot Doctor's Bag
$72.99
+

Lisa's Special Offer (email me directly to find out what it is)!

That's 30% off the regular price!!! But only until tomorrow morning 9am!

Here's the original post with additional details on this amazing storage & travel bag for the Big Shot!

My kind of color combinations...

And I know a number of you that will surely agree :o) There's just something about the warm color combination of yellow, orange and brown! Today, I'm sharing samples created using mostly new 2010 In Colors including my favorites Dusty Durango and Soft Suede. I also used So Saffron and a hint of Crushed Curry! For the images, I used the new stamp set 'Autumn Days' for the larger card, and the 'Little Leaves' sizzlit for the smaller cards. I stamped all cards using a saying from the set 'Thank You Kindly', in the new Soft Suede 2010 In Color. I finished the smaller cards with some Very Vanilla Grosgrain ribbon.

I FINALLY got a chance to go into my Craft Room last night and do what should be done in it and that is to STAMP! I've spent so much time in my room over this past week but forced myself NOT to be tempted to work on any projects until I was completely done with my purge & reorganizing efforts!

It was really tough...but I did it and I'm so pleased that I kept my focus and got through the not-so-fun part to really enjoy stamping in my (o' so clean) space again!

Here's a picture of the samples individually... Thanks for stopping by today!

Inspiration taken from SCS mum2bowie...

My original creations... Simple but I really like simple!

Open House Orders - Update!

Hi There! I hope you've been able to enjoy some wonderfully sunny weather this week, like we have here in Southwestern Ontario!! What an amazing week to have off as vacation!

Open House Orders - Update
All of the orders from the 'old' catalogue are now in! The last of those orders arrived yesterday so I'll be contacting those impacted with delivery options!

All of the orders placed from the new 2010 IB&C are set to arrive on Monday! Yeah! Again, I'll contact those impacted with delivery options next week!

Where Have I Been?
Apologies for not posting since Monday but I have been enjoying some much needed, and much anticipated TIME OFF from work and I'm thrilled to say that I have soaked in every bit of it this week!

We haven't had a busy vacation agenda (like we usually do) and I'm SOOO glad we made the decision to save a bit of money, stay home and get some things done around the house! It hasn't been all work this week of course - a few fun (short) day trips, having friends over, playing in the backyard and around the community, SLEEPING IN a few mornings!! - but what we have managed to get done around the house has been VERY, VERY theraputic! There's just something about completing projects that you've had on your to-do list for ages!!! lol!

Along those lines - I have put my Craft Room through a complete overhaul! It's taken me most of the week, working early in the morning and late at night to complete the clean up, but I am VERY HAPPY with the outcome! My ultimate goal is to complete all of the work on my room to be able to spend some quality CREATIVE time in my new space before I go back to work!

With all of the purging, I have a lot of new items to add to my Surplus Sale and Cash n' Carry table at my upcoming Open House (Fri Aug 7th)! Watch for more details on that!

For any demo's out there - I have a surplus of business tools that I'm looking to sell off. Email me at lisaburns@rogers.com if you are interested in seeing the list!

Have a great Friday everyone! Hope to be back tomorrow with some samples of recent projects I've completed prior to my Craft Room overhaul :o) !!

Deal Of The Week - Week 2!

The second deal of the week is...


Sizzix Big Shot Doctor's Bag
Carry your Big Shot machine, cutting pads, and dies in stunning style. This black-and-white checked doctor’s bag makes storing and transporting your Big Shot machine easy and convenient. It has handles for carrying and a shoulder strap for when your hands are full of other crafting supplies.

Regular Price - $103.95
Sale Price - $72.99

I'm also going to throw my own special on top of this one (because I know many of you recently invested in the Big Shot and may want this bag)!! Contact me directly for more details on my personal SPECIAL!

This Deal of the Week will run for 1 week only. Enjoy the savings!

2 Great Ways to Join Stampin' Up! and My Team!

Imagine... Having the flexibility to own any of the stamp sets SU! offers!

Imagine... Building your collection of SU! supplies WITHOUT dipping into your savings!

Imagine... Earning as much, or as little extra income as you want by doing something you love!

It is all possible when you consider Stampin' Up! as a home business! The incredible thing with the Stampin' Up! opportunity is that you literally customize the business to your life. You can ramp it up, or slow it down anytime you want to. When I decided to join SU! I had just a couple of intentions: 1) I wanted to earn enough money to pay off the cost of my Starter Kit and 2) I wanted to get my wish list of items at a discounted price!

5 years later, here I am... Working a full time job, maintaining my SU! business on the side, enjoying a wonderful team of 15 other SU! finatics, and loving the fact that I get to experience all that Stampin' Up! has to offer!

With the launch of the NEW 2010 IDEA BOOK & CATALOGUE, Stampin' Up! also announced 2 great ways to join the Stampin' Up! (and my) family of crafters!

1) An all new MINI Starter Kit! This Starter Kit is priced affordably at just $105 - yet you get all the same benefits as a demonstrator would get by purchasing the regular kit in terms of the discount, the commissions, the incentives, the complimentary catalogues, ability to earn free product, access to exclusive demo resources etc etc.

The kit is ideal for someone who's been using Stampin' Up! products for some time now and has a lot of supplies already! The mini kit allows them to take that step of joining the family without having to spend more on product to do so. The Mini Kit comes will all of the same Business Supplies as the regular kit so you can get started with your business from Day 1!

2) The Regular Kit is still available at $269 and is an amazing value at approximately 40% off the cost to order the product within the kit at regular price! This kit is ideal for the beginning stamper who may not have built up their inventory of SU! products needed to hold demonstrations etc. There is a fabulous promotion right now for anyone wanting to join the SU! (and my) family of demonstrators...

Each new demonstrator that purchases the Regular Starter Kit between July 1st and August 31st will receive

• All six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads
• One pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")

That's a $58.20 value for FREE when you join my SU! team!!

Contact me anytime with your questions! lisaburns@rogers.com!!