Great Sport Cards!

It's not very often that try to re-create something from the catalogue exactly as is.  I mean, I usually encourage 'others' to do it but I guess with me I usually start out trying to copy something and somewhere along the line I end up getting inspiration to venture off in a unique direction.  I guess I didn't realize how rarely I attempt a project from the catalogue from beginning to end - until now!

Over the weekend while preparing for my Great Sport Class, I challenged myself to create the exact sample posted on Page 53 of the Idea Book & Catalogue and I have to admit... it was SO MUCH FUN!  The projects in the catalogue can sometimes be a little more complicated than my normal style but step-by-step and with a little help from a crafty friend (Thanks Wheels) I managed to do it!

Here's the boy's birthday card we'll be making on Thursday October 3rd 2013.

 

And here's the girl's sporty birthday card we'll be making.  The middle can be replaced with football, soccer, baseball or a basketball!  Register early to secure your spot!!

 

 



New Class: You're a Great Sport!

Great Sport Class

Thursday September 26, 2013

Dorchester

630pm - 8pm

 

Do you have a sporty family with lots of sporty events to prepare for?  Well this set is perfect for you!

Class Fee: $6

This adult stamp class will focus on making cards with the stamp set Great Sport.   We'll also play around with some distressing techniques and products.

Need to place an order - you will have an opportunity to do so at this class and save on the class fee. Place a minimum order of $30 and your class fee is waived!  Don't need to order anything...that's ok too. Spend the night stamping with friends!

 

Look at some of the fun project materials we'll be using!

 

 

RSVP by emailing me directly at lisaburns@rogers.com or you can register online on my Business Website.  Payment is not required to hold a spot in my classes!

More 2013-2015 In Color Projects

Sharing the last of the In Color projects...

Thanks to Kristy, Tammy, MJ and Katie for a fun night of stamping!

In Color Class - Projects!

My next card class is right around the corner and preparations are coming along nicely!  Thought I would share a few pictures of some of the projects from this upcoming class.

I'll keep the other projects a secret until after the class!  Have a great week everyone!

New Class: Introduction to In Colors!

Introduction to NEW In Color Class!

Sep 10
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  (Eastern)

I don't know about you but I working with new colors!  I don't always have my own creative inspiration right off the bat with them but the more I play, the more I gain that comfort level with different color combinations!   This class will provide guests with the opportunity to do just that - see & play with the NEW 2013-2015 In Colors and make some handmade projects in the process!

Class Fee: $8

This adult stamp class will focus on making a few cards and one 3D item.  We will be using the 5 NEW colors and some new products launched in July's Idea Book & Catalogue!

Need to place an order - you will have an opportunity to do so at this class and save on the class fee. Place a minimum order of $40 and your class fee is waived! Don't need to order anything...that's ok too. Spend the night stamping with friends!

 

You can register for this class on my Business Website or by emailing me directly!

Scentsational!

One of my favorite cards of the season (so far)!  This Holiday Bundle is Scentsational and a must have for anyone looking to invest in some fresh new supplies for the upcoming season.  The bundle includes a stamp set (clear or wooden blocks) and the new AMAZING framelits!  Framelits are literally frames that allow you to cut out each image in the stamp set with no scissors, no fuss!  The girls that attended my Holiday Card class last month loved this new Big Shot accessory.  For the card, I used the color combination of Early Espresso / Cherry Cobbler and Very Vanilla. 

Simply Snow Swirled

Oh my...it's Thursday already!!  Where has this week gone??  In just a few short days, the kids will be back to school, the days will be getting shorter and the nights cooler... Fall will be here before we know it!  I should be posting some Fall themed cards given that intro but instead I'm sharing two more cards the girls made this month at my Holiday in August class!

The card on the left is super easy and can be duplicated for mass production, in a variety of different color combinations.  The card on the right is another triple layer card.  Both cards were made using the very popular Christmas stamp set Snow Swirled.  I love using this set because it has images & sayings that can be combined to complete any Christmas card - inside & out! 

I'm so excited to share that I am planning to have one of these Holiday classes each month from August to December!  Stay tuned for details on how you can participate in a fun incentive program while attending these classes!

 

Holiday Card Class Sample!

Hello Crafty Friends! 

I'm so excited to share one of the card layouts we'll be working on during my upcoming Holiday class this Wednesday August 29th!

There are two sessions offered on Wednesday:
10am - 1130am
7pm - 830pm

Typically I have to cut off registration a few days earlier than the class date in order to allow enough time to cut & prepare card projects while working full time BUT this week I'M ON VACATION!  So I will be able to take a few last minute guests for this class.  If your schedule has opened up and you would like to attend, please email me ASAP. 

All card projects are pre-cut for quick assembly by guests.  This particular class won't have a full demonstration...just a few tricks / tips before you enjoy the joy of crafting!  Hope you can join us!

Thinking of Christmas...

 

It's been a busy week... wrapping up work so that I can take a week off, baseball playoffs, hockey starts and thinking about back to school preparations!  Whew - glad I took next week off!!  I hope you have been squeezing every last bit of fun out of this summer!

With so much other stuff on our minds at this time of year, Christmas likely isn't at the top of your list but if you need a break from the crazy schedule you should consider joining us this coming Wednesday August 29th for some relaxing card making!

It's not very often that I get to offer a daytime class, but guests that register for Wednesday's event have two session times to choose from ... 10-1130am or 7-830pm.  Both sessions will require a minimum of 3 guests in order for the class to continue.  More class samples will be shared soon but you can email me anytime with questions or to sign up!  Have a great day everyone!



The 3D sample shown today will look familiar.  I posted a similar gift box earlier in the month however it had a Fall theme to it.  This is the bonus project the earlybird registrants get to make at Wednesday's class!!  It is made with Rich Razzleberry accents (Ribbon & Cardstock Bow).  I've embellished the bow with the NEW Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons and some white Baker's Twine.  I love, love, love these Kraft Gift Boxes!  A great size for gift giving and very affordable at just $3.50 for a package of 4 boxes!

Triple Layer Stamping Technique!

So excited about tomorrow nights Birthday / In Color / Technique class!  Here is the other card guests will learn about and then make.  The technique is called Triple Layering and it has so many creative possibilities! 

This technique will be taught again at an upcoming class as I have a few other Holiday card ideas in mind so if you're missing the class tomorrow night but are interested in trying your hand at this technique, don't worry!  There will be another opportunity to participate!

The card uses the 2011-2013 In Color Wisteria Wonder, which is a lovely shade of purple.  I combined that color with Pink Pirouette and Cherry Cobbler ...but this color combo wasn't my idea originally.  I went to my handy Color Coach for guidance on mixing the In Colors with other In Colors and/or standard colors and I'm really pleased with how these particular shades look together!  The Color Coach is available for all standard Stampin' Up! colors as well as inserts for the In Colors.  You can keep adding or removing colors as you need to over the years.  Contact me with questions or to order yours today!  You can also order online 24 / 7 if you prefer.  Visit my online store for details.

The stamp set used is called Elements of Style - it's not a new one and you'll likely recall other projects made using this amazing set - love it! 

Have a great night and thanks for stopping by!

Fall Birthday Gift Box!

This project was so much fun to make!  I love it when things that look challenging actually turn out to be quite simple in reality.  If you were on the fence about joining us for Wednesday's In Color / Birthday / Technique class...maybe this will secure your decision!

I will be showing Wednesday's class guests how to make the (no tying) bow on the top of this project!  Consider it a bonus demonstration for attending!!  So much fun!!! 

And if you want to make a boxed project like this ... RSVP for one of the upcoming Holiday Stamp-A-Stacks as it will be a bonus project to make for those that register early! Regular registration will close on Friday August 24th for the Holiday classes being held on Wednesday August 29th but if you contact me by this coming Wednesday (Aug 15th) I will order enough supplies for you to make a Holiday gift box as a bonus project!! 

Thanks for stopping by today and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

New August Classes!

The first of 3 new August classes will focus on the amazing new In Color options, combined with popular stamping techniques used to create birthday cards!  Here are the details for this upcoming class!  The card shown above will easily transition to a birthday card - just by changing the tag saying.

Date: Wednesday August 15, 2012

Time: 7-830pm

Class Fee: $5

Join us for a social night of stamping. Guests will learn and create and leave the class with new ideas and their handmade projects!

Please RSVP by Monday August 13, 2012

Bring a guest who is new to Stampin' Up! or to myself and your class fee will be waived!

Button Buddies Samples Part 3

This set is seriously too much fun to play around with! I can totally understand why it has been so popular thus far since the 2012 IB&C launched!

This is another sample that will be on display Friday, during my Button Buddies stamp camp and another option for guests to make should they choose to focus on card making during the class BUT I actually didn't originally create this card for the class...

This card will find it's way to a special friend who's going through a tough time at the moment. Thinkin' of you L.M.

Here's a picture of the stamp set again! You can order your set online, or by emailing me! You have both the clear & the wooden mount option to choose from!

Button Buddies Samples Part 2

Love snowmen? You'll love this card then!

For this layout, I used the new Designer Frame Impression Embossing Folder (Set of 2 folders) to create the card's focal point. The snowman image from the Button Buddies stamp set fits easily into the center of the impression. I combined the colors Tempting Turquois & Rich Razzleberry to create this 'Brights' sample for Friday night!

Here's a close up of the oval impression...don't you just love it!!??

Part 3 is coming your way tomorrow! Have a great night everyone!

Button Buddies Samples Part 1

So excited for a couple of events this week...

First, some of my Team Burns downline team will be coming over Wednesday night to play around with the Playful Polka Dot Simply Scrappin' Kit! We hope to be very productive in the 1.5hrs we have together and I'm looking forward to some helpful business talk and collaboration of ideas!

The other event I have going on this week is my Button Buddies stamp camp! While registration is now closed for this event, I wanted to share more card samples made specifically for this upcoming class!

Here's a close up of the card. I used the Big Shot to create the Scallop Circle #2 Die and the stripes on the card front! Love the new Stripes impression embossing folder!! I stamped the vase on DSP and then cut it out and popped it up on the image stamped on the vanilla circle. I then used some Bright's Designer Buttons as the flowers for the image.

Be sure to come back tomorrow to see Part 2 of this post! Thanks for stopping by today!!

More Playful Polka Dot Card Samples!

I was so excited to get some craft time while camping in Algonquin this past week! I was even more excited that my friend Michelle decided to join me at the pinic table one afternoon to work on more Playful Polka Dot samples for my upcoming class. Thanks Michelle!

Enjoy the two cards we created!

Registration for this class will close Sunday August 14th at 5pm

You can RSVP here, or email me at lisaburns@rogers.com

Have a great weekend everyone!

Fancy This!

This might be my favorite project from the Simply Scrappin' Kit Playful Polka Dots!

I used the Fancy Favor Bigz die to create the bag to hold the 4 3x3 love notes. Each 3x3 card was decorated using the contents of the Simply Scrappin' Kit and since the kit comes with 3 sheets of coordinating die cuts, I barely used any adhesive!!

Here's a close up of the bag & the cards:

I will have even more Playful Polka Dot samples to share with you over the next week... come back often!

Registration for this class will close on Friday August 12th - register here before that date to secure your spot!

You're an 11!

Another card made using the Simply Scrappin' Kit - Playful Polka Dots! A very simple card that could be duplicated in a number of different colors to use up scraps!

Want to come to my August 23rd class yet :o) More samples are coming your way to convince you to come!

The saying is from a new Hostess Credit set called 'Perfect Words'. This 8 image set would normally retail at a cost of $17.95 for clear or $24.95 for wooden. When you host a home workshop or catalogue party or join a stampers club, you can use Hostess dollars to buy it for just $11 clear or $15 wooden.

The Stampin' Up! hostess program has changed dramatically with the launch of the new 2012 IB&C - watch for another update this week outlining those changes! If you haven't hosted a home party before OR you haven't had one recently...get your calendar out and we'll book a date for you to take full advantage of this new rewarding program!!

There's still room! RSVP here today!

Simply Scrappin' Kit Class: Playful Polka Dot

I had a lot of fun with this kit! I have to say, it was pretty easy to sit down and complete a bunch of projects within a short timeframe, when using it!

The colors are bright, fun and have a real summer fresh feeling to them. The primary colors in the kit are Pumpkin Pie, Daffodill Delight, Old Olive and Rose Red.

Although the kits have 'Scrappin' it their name, the kit contents can absolutely be used to make quick, and stunning cards or other paper projects like boxes, bags etc.

This might be one of my favorite cards made using the Playful Polka Dot kit + a tiny bit of stamping! I would love to hear from blog viewers about your experience with Simply Scrappin' Kits!

Thanks for stopping by today. I'll be back tomorrow with another card, made using the Playful Polka Dot kit!

Another New Class!

I'm on a role ...lol

I'm pleased to announce another new class for August! While this class will have a bit of scrapbooking focus, there is the option to attend for the cardmaking session. I will have 4 spots for scrappers and 4 spots for cardmakers!

When you register for this class, you will receive a Playful Polka Dot Simply Scrappin' Kit to work with on Tuesday August 23rd. I've timed the 6 scrapbook pages to be completed within the 1.5hr class so you'll leave the class feeling accomplished and having all kit contents in hand for further use at home!!

The cost of the class is just $35 which is what it would normally cost you to buy the kit on your own (after shipping & taxes), but by coming to the class, you get the layouts, projects & the instruction for FREE!!!

RSVP by going to my business website. Registration for this class will close on August 12th so mark the date on those calendars and prepare to get some scrappin' done! I will continue to show some project samples close up throughout this week!