Fabric Project Swap

I thought I'd share with you a project I did for a swap I just participated in. We had to make something using the Big Shot and fabric. I've seen so many cool fabric projects alot of you have done, so I thought I'd give it a shot.

My project was napkin rings, using the Bigz XL Flower Folds die. Here's a link to a video by the Stamp Shack Lady I came across on assembling the flowers. It just required a little bit of sewing, not difficult at all. Then, I used SU! corduroy buttons and beads from the Pretties Kit to accessorize the flowers. The ring I made using wire and beads (from a craft store) and stitched it to the flower. I thought these would be so cute for a lady's tea party or luncheon.

Have a good week!

SU! Color Changes

I'm sure you've all heard of the news Stampin'Up! came out with introducing some color changes. I was totally shocked at first, but am really liking the new colors. I know change is hard, but we've got to keep up with the times, LOL! So here are the 5 new colors and 10 returning In-Colors they're bringing back.

Click here to print a copy of the chart

5 new colors on the chart above are:Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Cherry Cobbler, Cajun Craze and Early Espresso

10 returning IN COLORS on the chart above are:Baja Breeze (YAY), Melon Mambo, Pink Pirouette, Rich Razzleberry, Riding Hood Red (Love it!), River Rock (WooHoo), Soft Suede, Tangerine Tango and Wild Wasabi

So......what do you think??

Now, since they're bringing in new colors, I'm afraid some must go. Here's the list of colors that will be retiring in June. If any of these are your absolute favorites, then now is the time to stock up on cardstock, ink pads and re-inkers. So, contact me to place your order before supplies run out. :0)

Retiring Colors:

Glorious Green, Green Galore, Gable Green, Yoyo Yellow, Only Orange, Pink Passion, Pixie Pink, Orchid Opulence, Lovely Lilac, Brilliant Blue, Close to Cocoa, Creamy Caramel, Really Rust, Ruby Red, Cameo Coral, Summer Sun, Bordering Blue, Brocade Blue, Ballet Blue, Taken with Teal, Handsome Hunter, Pale Plum, Blush Blossom (marker will still be available), Apricot Appeal, Barely Banana, Mellow Moss, Sage Shadow, Almost Amethyst, Lavender Lace, Basic Brown, Going Gray

That's all for now, hopefully I can post some projects soon. I'm afraid between work and my son's baseball, there hasn't been much extra time lately. See ya! :o)

Spring Stamp Club

Well, it's been a few weeks since I posted anything. Too many things going on so instead of boring you with details I'll share with you what we did at this months Stamp club. The girls wanted to do some all occasion cards and use the bleach technique as well. So here you have it.
I've loved all the fish cards out there using the Delightful Decorations set and punch. So many of them had purchased this set I thought this was perfect to share this idea with them. It was a big hit too :o)

Here's the card using the Bleach Technique. This is so simple and I love how the affect on the card stock.

Another WOW I had to share with them. Using the flashing with the Big Shot to create this butterfly. Using the embossing folders work so easily with the flashing too, and looks so cool.

This card I cased from another SU! demonstrator. I loved it. The only thing I added was embossing the background. It's just so simple and clean.

Another simple card, using circle punches to create a simple flower and accessorize it with a corduroy brad. Love the Bella Bleu DSP too.

YAHOO! Time to go watch New Moon, LOL! Got my copy today!!

Have a great weekend!

Flower Tealights

Aren't these fabulous! I can see several of these all lined up on a mantle, a shelf, or on a dinner table. But they're even perfect just all by itself. I saw this great project from France on her blog Stamp & Scrap with Frenchie, click here to view her blog and video. This project is so simple, all you need is The Big Shot, Bigz XL Flower Folds, and Flashing from your local hardware store. Also, they're fine as is or dress them up with some accessories. Have fun!

Extreme Thank you!

My boy's need to send their grandparents some thank yous, so here they are. I pulled out the Extreme Elements, Guitar and Skateboarding sets which reflect some of their extracurricular activities.

All SU! Supplies:

Stamp Set: Extreme Elements, Extreme Guitar, Extreme Skateboard

Ink: Bordering Blue, Always Artichoke, Elegant Eggplant, Craft White

Paper: Whisper White, Bordering Blue, Always Artichoke

Cinema Saturday Creative Challenge #66 - Clueless

This was a fun challenge, total girlie-girl, and I totally forgot about all the plaid that was worn in this movie.. So I went with a fancy shopping bag and bag charm. I figure the stores and boutiques Cher shops at probably has some fancier bags. This plaid paper really reminds me of Burberry :o).

I have to say as I re-watched the movie yesterday that it made me a little sad. I was always a big fan of Brittany Murphy, so sad she passed at such a young age.

Here's what the charms say, 4 You, love, friends, a heart and crown.

All SU! Supplies used.

Cinema Saturday Creative Challenge #65 - Sleepless in Seattle

This is another one of my favorite movies. Whenever I'm watching it on TV, my husband says, "not again!". I, like Nancy, am fortunate to live in the Pacific Northwest, and I'm happy to say that this past year it has not rained 9 months straight....atleast not yet, LOL!

So, I had to go with the Empire State Building scene when Annie was dining with poor Walter and the heart lit up on the building. "It's a sign" said Annie. I thought this background stamp fit the movie pretty well, expressions from the past with his wife, son, and the future with Annie.

Well, sorry to make this short. I must get my sleep for the trek into Seattle to work tomorrow morning. Good night!

All SU! Supplies used.