A "faux tearing" beautiful card......

Hello!

Here is another beautiful card that we'll be doing at my Spring STYC today!

I got a card similar to this one at Founders last fall from Linda Guiterrez & knew it was something I wanted to share with my customers at one of my STYC events! 

What a fun technique this is!

And I really like this 'Flowering Flourishes' stamp set too!

'Flowering Flourishes' & ''Curly Cute'
cs:  Rich Razzleberry, Basic Black, Glossy White
ink:  Black Stazon, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Garden Green
supplies:  Sponge daubers, Sponges, Basic Rhinestones 
 

Deke & I set up tables & chairs last night at the building for today's class.

Then we came home & he helped me do all of the food!

(You've heard me say it before & I'm going to tell you again- I have a wonderful husband & I couldn't do all I do if he didn't help me.  But that is a 2 way street as I help him with the hogs too.  We are blessed to have each other!)

Aunt Kathy, Uncle Jerry & Brayden were here too for awhile.

Aunt Kathy brought back some of the Big Shot things she'd taken home to cut for me & then while she was here she helped fold card stock for the cards that I had cut.

I am very appreciative that she is home from being in Arizona all winter & is so great at helping me.

I've been cutting & cutting & cutting some more!

Everyone joining me today will be going home with tons of cool projects (mostly cards).

My goal is that they all enjoy their day & go home with lots of new ideas too!

I hope everyone there learns at least 2 new things!

I am super excited too that my sister-in-law Sheryl gets to come today to stamp with us!

She lives in Illinois & rarely do we get to stamp together.

Her joining us today will be a treat for both of us!

Ok......I'm back to cutting!

I have lots of packed boxes sitting all over my family room floor that I'll be loading in my car in a couple of hours.

When tonight gets here I'm going to CRASH!

Think I'll take some extra coffee with me today as I'm going to need it to help keep me going.

Wishing you a SWEET SATURDAY for whatever you have planned!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

To my friend.....

Good morning!

Here is another cute card that we'll be doing at my STYC on Saturday!

I just love playing with the Dressed Up framelits & coordinating Dress Form Pop & Cuts die.

The more I play with them the more my head just spins with ideas.

It is kind of like playing with my paper dolls when I was young.

'Friendly Phrases' & 'Secret Garden'
cs:  Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Natural Composition Specialty Designer Paper
ink:  Soft Suede
supplies:  Big Shot, Dress Up Framelits, Basic Pearls, 5/8" Flower Trim, Large Oval punch, Scallop Oval punch, dimensionals, glue dots

 Yesterday I went to Manda's for the morning, as they had a new couch delivered for their family room.

I also did a quick hair cut for Steve when they picked up the boys.

And then Aunt Kathy came to help me cut some Big Shot things.

I've beem a card stock cutting machine!

I still lots to do today to finish getting everything done & ready for tomorrow's big class.

I can't wait for everyone to see all of the cool projects they'll be creating!

I hope you have a fabulous Friday!!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

A COOL guy card!

HELLO!

Here is a cool guy card that a demonstrator friend (Alison from Canada) 

shared as her Founders swap last September.

(I changed the ribbon & added the words/punch.)

The technique is 'faux' paint chip & glossy white card stock is used.

This is going to be one of my STYC projects for this coming Saturday's class.

 Isn't this just a very striking card!

'The Open Sea' & 'A Little Greeting'
cs:  Marina Mist, Basic Black, Glossy White
ink:  Pool Party, Baja Breeze, Marina Mist
supplies:  Jewelry Tag punch, 1/8" Black Taffeta ribbon, dimensionals, glue dots
other:  masking tape
 

What a busy week!
Brayden came to visit for a few hours & play with Drake yesterday since Brody was gone- 
so this was fun for us!

Brody got a great report from Dr. Menezes at his 6 week post-op appointment though!

He was sedated & had a brain MRI done.

At his next appointment in 6 months they will just do an x-ray (no sedation).

All is perfect with is last surgery!!
They are just watching one of the spots that they removed bone from at his 1st surgery in 12/11 (when he was 3 months old). 

That spot is closing & we are praying that it continues to heal, so that another surgery is not necessary down the road.

He will continue to wear his helmet for at least another 6 months & possibly longer.

We'd rather be safe than sorry, so that he doesn't end up getting hurt.

 We feel so blessed that he is doing so awesome!

I'm one tired stamper girl!

I have lots of cutting yet to do.

Deke helped me last night with some Big Shot things.

And Aunt Kathy is coming down today to help do some more of the Big Shot things.

I have some really cool things to share with everyone that is going me at my STYC on Saturday though.

I hope you have an amazing Thursday!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

All Dressed UP!

Good morning!
Happy Hump Day!
Here is another card that we'll be doing at my upcoming STYC.

 Cute huh!
I've done the side step card/dresser before, but added the dress/mirror to the side this time.

cs: Crumb Cake, So Saffron, Early Espresso
Tea for Two Designer Paper
ink:  Early Espresso
supplies:  Big Shot, Dress Up Framelits, Square Lattice folder, Oval Framelits, Basic Pearls, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Curly Label punch, 3/16" Metallic Brads, glue dots, dimensionals
 
Late night on the farm selling hogs last night.
And another busy day here today.
Please say a little prayer for our precious Brody today.
He goes to Iowa City this morning for a 6 weeks check with Dr. Menezes.
They will do a sedated CT scan.
He sure acts perfectly fine & normal, hope it shows that all is great.
So Drake will be home with Grandma alone.
I will go to their house shortly to get him.
We have a couple of errands to run & I then I have LOTS of cutting to do every spare minute I have.

WOW-it sure is lightening & thundering out.
It is pouring!
As my dad would have said- it is raining cats & dogs!
And hopefully filling up our pond with water!

Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

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The Dolled-Up Birthday kit includes the following:

Dolled-Up Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp (1)

8 1/2 x 5 1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock (6)

2 x 4 1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock (6 pieces)

Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (6)

Tea Lace Paper Doilies (6)

Dress Up Die-cuts (6)

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Spot (1)

Vanilla 5/8" Flower Trim (6 pieces)

Sponge Dauber (1)

Get your Dolled-Up Birthday Card kit today.

Everything you need to make six (6) cards for

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*Adhesive not included

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So now you all have something to think about!  Whether it's hosting a party (or even a book party) or signing up to be a Demonstrator!
I'd love to have you on my "Iowa Inkers" downline stamp team!
Go to my demonstrator website site @ www.susiewood.stampinup.net to read about it and to sign up too.  And if you like to have fun, attend Convention with me this year for Stampin' Up!'s 25th Anniversary on July 18th - 20th.  They're giving away over 25,000 prizes this year!  We always have sooo much fun!  We get to register starting today!

I love the vellum over lay!

Good morning!
Here is another card that I'll be doing at my upcoming STYC.

It has a vellum over lay which makes the card a lot softer looking.

'Summer Solstice' & 'So Sorry'

cs:  Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler & Vellum

ink:  Cherry Cobbler & Black Stazon

supplies:  Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding ribbon, glue dots, dimensionals, 

1 3/4" Circle punch (to round the bottom corner)

As soon as the boys leave tonight I'll be headed outside to be a farmer.

We load hogs, so it will be a late night on the farm.

I hope that today is a terrific Tuesday for you!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE 

Saying good-bye to Baja Breeze with a beautiful 'Boutique Blossom' card!

Good morning!

Here is one of the cards we'll be doing at my upcoming Stamp' Til You Cramp class.  It is a chalkboard technique stamped on Sahara Sand card stock instead of the Basic Black like it is normally done.    I just stamped it using Whisper White Craft ink. 

 

#132663- 'Boutique Blossom'= $7.95

This is a single stamp that is now available until 07/31/13.  Isn't it pretty!  

This card is created with the RETIRING Baja Breeze card stock, Designer Paper & Seam Binding ribbon!

Yesterday Devonee & Linda had great parties!!!  I enjoyed my afternoon stamping with them & all of their friends.

Today is the start of a new week!  It is a busy one here.  Tonight & Thursday night are the only nights we'll be home......and I have TONS & TONS of creating & cutting left to do.  

'Boutique Blossom' & 'Sweet Essentials'
cs:  Baja Breeze, Sahara Sand
Subtles Designer Series Paper Stack
ink:  Baja Breeze & Whisper White Craft
supplies:  1/2" Pool Party Seam Binding ribbon

 I hope you have a great week!! 

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

A springy friends card for you!

Hello!

Here is one of the the 'Summer Silhouette' cards that we'll be making at my upcoming 
Stamp 'Til You Cramp'.

Perfect Plum is an old color that I haven't used in a long time.....I really like it. 

We are saying good-bye to Lucky Limeade.

It is retiring & is going to be replaced with the returning In Color- Pear Pizzaz.

'Summer Silhouettes' & 'Sweet Essentials'
cs:  Perfect Plum, Lucky Limeade, Very Vanilla
First Edition Designer Paper
2011-2013 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack
ink:  Perfect Plum, Lucky Limeade
supplies:  3 1/2" Circle punch, Fancy Fan embossing folder, Paper Snips, 3/8" Perfect Plum Taffeta ribbon, Basic Pearls, dimensionals, glue dots

I'm all packed up & ready to head out to my workshop today.

Devonee & Linda are going to be co-hostesses.

I'm looking forward to seeing them & all of their friends.
I am excited to spend my afternoon stamping with them!

I've been working on my Stamp 'Til You Cramp projects.

WOW- I have LOTS of cute things created so far.

This week I'll be spending every spare minute I have cutting card stock & getting ready for this big annual event.

I hope you have a sweet Sunday!

Happy Stamping!

Hugs!

SUSIE

A River Rock card......

HI!

This is a card that I did at my 40 card class last March.

I love it!

What a simple, yet elegant Sympathy card.

I think that the River Rock & Night of Navy card stocks are very striking together!

River Rock card stock is one of the colors that is retiring!

(So if you want it you'd better order it soon before it is gone forever!)

 'Thoughts & Prayers'

cs:  River Rock, Night of Navy & Whisper White

ink:  River Rock & Night of Navy

supplies:  Scallop Edge Punch, Xl Oval punch, Big Shot

ALL READY RETIRED:  Embossing folder & white ribbon

I hope you have a SUPER Saturday!!

I'm off to my Stamp Studio to create!

Praying I have good mojo & things just flow.

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

"OH, Hello"!

Good morning!!

Here is a beautiful card that up downline Dawn Klein made.

I love it!

She has a beautiful vintage style.

Dawn will be going with me to Stampin' Up! convention in Salt Lake City, Utah in July & I'm so excited to get to spend the week with her! 

It will be the 25th Anniversary for Stampin' UP! so I'm sure they will have TONS of cool things planned for us!

If you'd like to go with me to convention, all you have to do is join my downline team.

'Oh, Hello'

cs:  Calypso Coral, Whisper White

Tea for Two Designer Paper

ink:  Sahara Sand, Calypso Coral

supplies:  Big Shot, Ovals framelits, Paper Doilies, Scallop Edge punch, Chevron Embossing folder, 2 3/8" Scallop Circle punch

I had a full house of stampers last night!

It was lots of fun!

There is no school today for Manda, so she gets to spend the day home with the boys.

I am off to run some errands this morning & then home to stamp!

I have LOTS to do for my workshop I have on Sunday & my upcoming Spring Stamp 'Til You Cramp.

I hope you have a fabulous Friday!

Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

One of the 'Summer Shilhouette' cards.....

Good morning!

Here is one of the cards that go with the box I shared with you yesterday!

Everyone attending my Spring Stamp 'Til You Cramp will be making this.

'Summer Silhouettes' & 'Sweet Essentials'
cs:  Lucky Limeade, Crumb Cake, Perfect Plum, Very Vanilla
ink:  Lucky Limeade, Perfect Plum
Summer Smooches Designer Paper & First Edition Designer Series Paper
supplies:  Big Shot, Fancy Fan Embossing folder, Perfect Plum 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Pearls, Small Oval punch, dimensionals, glue dots  

I have a full house coming to stamp with me tonight for my April Stampin' Night at our home!

I can't wait to see everyone & share.

Gotta run.

Have a special Thursday!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE

A cute box using 'Summer Silhouettes' stamp set.....

Good morning!

Happy Hump day!

Here is a box that we'll be doing at my upcoming Spring Stamp 'Til You Cramp.
(I gave you a sneak peek at it the other day.)

We'll also be making some matching cards to put into this cool box too.

I love this stamp set- 'Summer Silhouettes'.

(My friend Christy shared this box/cards with me!)

It was a late night of selling hogs last night.

Today will be a busy day, as I have all 3 boys!
Tonight I'll be cleaning my Stamp Studio, getting ready for everyone to come stamp with me tomorrow night for my April Stampin' Night!

I hope you have a super day!

Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

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Another NEW Photopolymer stamp set- 'Bomb Away Birthday'!

Check this out!

Here is another NEW Photopolymer stamp set- 

'Bombs Away Birthday' 

#133411= $13.95 

(set of 7)


 

The bomb can work in conjunction with any of the greetings. Stamp it on the front of your card, and the fuse has been lit. Open it up, and the punch line pops.

 

Photopolymer Stamp Questions & Answers

Q. Why is Stampin’ Up! offering photopolymer stamps now?

A. In the past, the photopolymers we’ve tested have been prone to yellowing, cracking, too soft image stamping, and other problems. We are thrilled that we have finally found a photopolymer product that meets the high standard of quality that we require for Stampin’ Up! products. We think you are going to find that our top quality photopolymer was worth waiting for!

Q. How do I clean the photopolymer stamps?

A. Use your Stampin’ Scrub and Stampin’ Mist just as you would with any stamps. If they ever get dusty or lose their stickiness, you can wash them in mild soap and water. If you use them with Stazon, you can also use Stazon cleaner on them. But, use it sparingly and make sure you do not leave traces of the cleaner on the stamps after cleaning. 

Q.How do I store the photopolymer stamps?

A. They come in a cello bag, between two sheets of acetate. One of the sheets is conveniently printed with the stamp images for storage. Our clear mount cases work nicely to store them in if you prefer.  Store them indoors-don’t leave them sitting out in direct sunlight.

Q. What kinds of ink can I use with photopolymer stamps?

A. Our classic ink in the firm foam pads is the absolute best choice. Versamark and Stazon are also ok.  Make sure you clean your stamps promptly after use to avoid any staining or damage. 

Q. Will the photopolymer stamps stain?

A. They are more prone to staining. Basic Gray and red inks seem to be the worst. Try to clean your stamps immediately after use to avoid staining.

Q. Are the photopolymer stamps made in the US?

A. Yes. The photopolymer is shipped from the UK and the manufacturing of the stamps themselves is in the USA. 

Q. Are photopolymer stamps a permanent part of the Stampin’ Up! line?

A. Not right now. For now, we will announce new sets periodically and we have a limited quantity of each set. We will continually evaluate how you and your customers like the photopolymer sets, and we’ll let you know if we decide to make photopolymer a permanent part of our collection.

Q. How long will each stamp set that’s released be available for purchase?

A. Since this product line is being offered on a trial basis and is not currently included in our catalog, we won't have a standard amount of time that each set is offered. We'll let you know when each set is no longer available as well as when new ones become available.

Q. What should I tell my customers about this line and its future plans?

A. Let them know that we're trying it out and if it's popular we'll keep the photopolymer sets coming! So if they want to see more, tell them to buy! And if they like a set they see, tell them to buy it now since there are no guarantees that it will be available tomorrow.

Here is an old picture of Nathan & Manda. So funny that Brayden looks just like Nathan & Drake resemebles Manda tons. My babies are now grown!

An awesome Chalkboard card.....

Good morning!

Here is another peek at a card I'll be sharing at my upcoming Spring Stamp 'Til You Cramp.

I LOVE the chalkboard cards.
They are so popular right now.

This one is just beautiful!

I am in a monthly swap & then swap various other times each year at downline meetings, Convention, Founders & quarterly with my Go Divas group, plus a couple other demonstrator friends groups too throughout the year.

I get some great swaps & several of them are done with different techniques.

So I'll be casing (copy and share everything), with a little twists, a few of these cards for my Spring Stamp 'Til You Cramp'.

NOTE:  
If you haven't ever joined me for one of my annual Stamp 'Til You Cramp' events you don't know what you are missing out on!
They are so much FUN!
You'll go home with TONS of new ideas & LOTS & LOTS of projects, plus yummy food & great company.
The deadline to sign up is tomorrow (Wednesday), so don't delay in contacting me.

The above card was designed by a sweet demonstrator friend Denise Sullivan.

I love her style & can pick out her cards without evening looking for her name on the back of them.

I have to laugh about this as she has commented before on my cards too, which I take as a huge compliment coming from her.

I took the boys to the dr yesterday.

Brody has ear infection & they both have terrible coughs & are on meds now.

We did play outside some in the morning & afternoon.

It is so NICE to have green grass showing & warmer temps.

Today it felt like Spring was finally here!

The boys just LOVED swinging, going for a walk in their wagon, sliding, running, etc.

Tonight we sell hogs, so it will be a late night on the farm.

I am hoping the boys take a good nap today so that I can work on cleaning my Stamp Studio this afternoon. 

I have been a super busy stamper the past 3 months & my Stamp Studio shows that.

It is a TOTAL disaster & I have a big group of friends coming to stamp with me here on Thursday night!

And I want to have it half way usable for them!

I hope you have a terrific Tuesday!

Happy Stamping!
HUGS!
SUSIE