Lovin' the 'Woodgrain' background stamp!

Good morning!

Here is a card that I created last week for my March workshops.

Everyone joining me for any of March workshops will get to make this card with me!

Don't you love it!

 I sure love it!

These are my colors & style.

I love this new 'Woodgrain' background stamp.

It is just so versatile.

What do you think of the how I layered the Hexagon Punch behind the Hexagon Thinlit?

Neat huh how it adds dimensions & makes the card just pop!

'Springtime Hello' & 'Hardwood'

cs:  Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip

ink:  Chocolate Chip

supplies:  Big Shot, Hexagon Hive Thinlit, Hexagon Punch, Dimensionals, Glue Dots, 

Angled Tag Topper Punch, Small Oval Punch, Natural 7/16" Trim Ribbon, Basic Pearls,

Tea Lace Paper Doilies, 1 1/4" Burlap Ribbon

I enjoyed my day with my boys yesterday.

Brayden was here for the afternoon/evening too.

They had fun playing together.

Nathan & Brayden had supper with us.

I then spent the rest of the evening stamping- working on wedding invites 
& graduation invites.

My boys will all be back today.

(Brayden will come after school.)

Deke & I have the night off tonight- no working on the farm.

So we will be going to go get groceries.

We are donating a roaster of Cheesy Potatoes for a cancer benefit of a 
co-workers daughter & a classmate of Manda's, 
that is this weekend, 
so I need to go get all of the food/supplies.

Gotta run.....

 I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!!

Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

A Lovely Congratulations card!

Good morning!

Here is the lovely congratulations card that I shared with you yesterday as a peek!

And here is the whole card.

It is very pretty in person- the picture doesn't do it justice.

 This would make a nice card for any occasion- wedding, retirement, anniversary, 

new job, graduation, New Years, etc. 

And isn't the bow just adorable!

It is made with the Envelope Punch Board.

I did a photo tutorial on how to make this bow.

CLICK HERE!

'Happy Congratulations' & 'Create a Cupcake'
cs:  Basic Black, Smoky Slate, Whisper White
ink:  Jet Black Stazon
supplies:  Big Shot, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder (SAB), Large Rhinestone, Envelope Punch Board, 3/4" Circle Punch, dimensionals, glue dots

I had a great time yesterday at my stamp class with everyone!
It was awesome that so many braved the cold temps to join me!
Thankfully we didn't get as much snow as we were predicted to get & the roads weren't too bad.

Oh my, it is another new week with LOTS going on at our home!
I'm sure yours is a busy one too!

I hope you have a MARVELOUS Monday!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

It's a peek!

Here is a quick peek at a card everyone joining me at my March workshops will be making.

For those of you that stamp with me know that I LOVE Black & White cards.

Well- I added some Smoky Slate to this one & I love it!

And check out the cool bow made with the Envelope Punch Board.

I have the step by step directions on how to make it- Click HERE!

Today I am headed to my monthly workshop in North Liberty

& Deb is the hostess.

I can't wait to see everyone & share!

I hope they all like this card & all of the other ones they'll be making too.

I'm off to finish cutting card stock & pack up.
 

Be sure to stop by back by tomorrow to see this whole card & the supply list.

I hope you have a SUPER Sunday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

Good morning!
Here is a quick post.

I made cards last night with left over supplies I had cut.

I love this new Spiral Flower Die.

I used the reverse side of the Pretty Prints Paper Stack that I used HERE! 

And here are some others that I created too.

 I'm in my Stampin' Studio creating today for my workshop tomorrow.

Praying I have good mojo!

We got a light dusting of snow last night again.

More snow is on it's way this afternoon/tonight.

I hope that most of it misses us.

Have a SENSATIONAL Saturday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

One year ago today...... 2/28/13

This was what we were doing 1 year ago today!

Our little guy (Brody) had his 2nd surgery.

WOW- amazing how blessed we are.....

 

 And look at him today- 1 year later!
Quite the little cheezzzer!  

He is such a normal, smart & happy little guy!

A true blessing in our life!

He is precious!!!

A beautliful birthday card!

Good morning!
Here is a beautiful birthday card that my dear friend & demonstrator 
Judy Hopping made for me.

She cased it from demonstrator Becky Roberts.
Isn't it stunning!

 I love the fold!

It is similar to one that I'll be doing at my March workshops using the 

Scalloped Tag Topper Punch.

I will update this post with a supply list sometime soon.

Yesterday was crazy!

Deke was gone all day to meetings.

Brody had a fever- so I went to Manda's house in the morning to get them.
I took him to the dr in the afternoon &

Manda met me there after she got off of work.

He has strep throat & got an antibiotic. 
 

Brayden is sick too & his mom took him to the dr.

He has a bad cough & is on steroids for 4 days.

Thus he didn't get to go to his Elementary program.

Which is a bummer that we all were sad about.

So Papa went to another meeting in Fairfield last night 

& I spent the evening doing bookwork.
 

I hope both boys are better soon.
And I'm praying that Drake doesn't get sick.

Today will be another busy one & the boys will be with us.

Our taxes are done, so we are headed to pick them up at our CPA's, 
as farmers taxes are to be filed by 3/1 (tomorrow).

We will run some errands too while we are in town this morning.

Maybe we can talk Papa into eating lunch at McDonalds??

Then Nathan & Brayden will be here tonight.

I have LOTS of stamping to do in the next 2 days....so hope I get to stamp tonight.

I hope I have good mojo & all of my ideas just click.
Woo Hoo- I have a workshop on Sunday & Deb is my hostess.
I am looking forward to sharing lots of fun new things with all of the gals.

I hope you have a FABULOUS Friday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

NEW CIRCLE MONOGRAM PERSONALIZED STAMPS!

Woo Hoo!!

I'm VERY excited to be sharing a brand new product that 

I think you are going to LOVE with a capital "L"!  

It's so versatile for anyone, not just for stampers! 

It's The New Circle Monogram Personalized Stamp!

Completely customize this all-clear, photopolymer stamp with your own info. 

Use it for stamping cards, letters, labels, gifts, thank-you notes—whatever you want!

The Circle Monogram Stamp is item #132852 and fits the Clear Block B.  

It also coordinates with the 1-3/8" Circle Punch for easy punching!

How To Customize Your Stamp—

When you select the item at my My Online Store, this window pops up, allowing you to play with the words you want to use and see a preview of the results immediately!  

You can customize four fields:

• First Name Field—The text that flows around the top part of the circle.
• Last Name Field—The text in the box.
• Monogram—The monogram letter(s) in the center.
• Address, City, State, Zip Field—The smaller text that flows around the bottom of the circle.

Tips On Customizing—

Here are a few things that may help you.

• The fonts and design of the stamp is set and can't be changed.
• You can type as many characters as you want into the fields, they will just get skinnier and less readable.
• Try upper and lower case letters to change the look and spacing.
• You can use any "alt" codes to create fun characters in the text around the circle, but not as the monogram or in the last name box.  

 Examples: "Alt+3" is a ♥. "Alt+14" is ♫.
You can find more "alt" codes at altcodes.net.
You must have text in all fields, no leaving a field blank.

Limitless Possibilities!—

There really is no end to what you could say on these personalized stamps
or how you can use them!
Once you try one out in the preview window, it really is quite addictive! 

Check it out these two cool versions in each category! 

   
Address Labels—

Of course the obvious use for these monogram stamps is for your return address on cards and letters.  But, there are all kinds of alternatives...

  

Business Info Stamps—

It's a great marketing tool for stamping correspondence, flyers and more in any business. 

 

Business Motivational Stamps—

Direct sales representatives and team leaders will love personalizing stamps with their team phrase, a team award, or special incentive to use in their marketing.  

 

Thank Yous—

Make a quick and personal thank you cards & gift tags with your own unique stamp! 

 

Personalize Your Gifts—

Add a stamp on the back of cards, or make a cute tag to put on a handmade project or thank you gift. 

 

Wedding Stamps—

Personalize your invitations, thank yous, napkins, party favors and more with your special date!

 

Announcements—

Celebrate big changes in your life with an announcement stamp! 

 

Big Birthdays—

Commemorate birthday milestones with a special stamp!

 

School Spirit—

Show pride in your school, cheer for your team, recognize excellence in academics and sports, or celebrate your graduate! 

 

For Teachers—

Create fun motivational and recognition stamps for homework.  

The first one is a fill-in-the-blank stamp, which I created by using brackets 

(since no field can be left blank).

 

Fundraisors & Non-Profits—

Create a stamp to help raise awareness for your cause or organization. 

 

Friends & Fun—

Get creative!  

Add silly slogans or thoughtful phrases or inside jokes that make it unique and fun! 

Have Some Custom Stamp Ideas of Your Own? 

Try it now!  
Create Your Own Circle Monogram Personalized Stamp!

'You're Lovely' with the Scalloped Topper Tag punch

Good morning!

Here is another card that I did at Marsha's party on Sunday.

I saw the layout for this card on Pinterest- but that card was Basic Black & Daffodil Delight.
So I changed the colors & came up with this creation.

 I will update this post with a supply list later.

Deke is gone all day again today to meetings.
I went to Manda's this morning to get the boys.
We have a sick little boy.
Brody has a 103* temp, not sleeping, not eating & says his head hurts.
So I'm taking him to the Dr this afternoon.  
Dr. Mary is booked so we get to see Sam today.
Guess we'll do lots of cuddling & book reading.
Poor little guy!!
 
Deke & I are excited as Brayden has an elementary program tonight that we'll be going to.
Can't believe our little man is getting so big!
 
Gotta run......
Hope you have a wonderful Thursday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

Lots of Sale-a-bration to CELEBRATE with here!

Good morning!
This birthday card is one that everyone made at Marsha's party.

I think that it was a favorite of several of the girls there.

I was inspired by a card that my dear demonstrator friend LeeAnn Greff made

when I was creating this card.

 'See Ya Later' (SAB), 'Banner Blast (SAB)

cs:  Sahara Sand, Pool Party, Whisper White, Summer Starfruit, Calypso Coral, Pistachio Pudding

dp:  Sweet Sorbet (SAB)

ink:  Sahara Sand, Versamark Pad

supplies:  Banner Punch, Merry Mini Punch Pack (Small Star- this is on the carry over list), Basic Rhinestone, Sweet Sorbet Accessories (Pool Party Twine- SAB), dimensionals, glue dots

Wow- we had a late night last night on the farm.

It was after 10 when we got in.
And then had to shower & make supper.

We were both tired, sore & cold.

But got alot done- so that is good.

Deke is gone to meetings all day today.

So it will just be me & the boys here all day. 
They will be here early, as Manda has an early meeting today.

 I hope to get to do some stamping done tonight!
As of now I think I'm going to be home!

Gotta run.....

Hope you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!

Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

Weekly Deals- Feb 25-Mar 3, 2014

Deke & me- with our 3 boys!

Manda took this photo of us last Monday night when everyone was here for supper.

Me, Brody, Drake, Deke & Brayden

We love our boys!

I LOVE the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch!

Good morning!

WOW- we got a little snow last night.

What a long winter we have had!
 

Today I'm sharing another one of the cute cards that everyone stamped 

at Marsha's workshop.

I LOVE the new Scalloped Tag Topper Punch!

There are so many ways to use it!

So cute & easy to do!

 'Perfect Pennants' & 'Petal Parade'

cs:  Crumb Cake, Real Red, Whisper White

dp:  Fresh Prints Paper Stack

ink:  Crumb Cake, Real Red

supplies:  Big Shot, Scallop Textured Embossing Folder, Scalloped Tag Topper Punch, Burlap Ribbon, Linen Ribbon, Scalloped Edge Punch, 1 3/4" Scalloped Tag Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 

Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (flower), Brights Candy Dots (Real Red), dimensionals, glue dots

My mom & Aunt Virginia came down yesterday & spent the morning visiting the twins & me.

Mom brought me a yummy angel food cake (my favorite) for my belated birthday.

She had originally planned to come last Monday, but we had the snow- 

so we post-poned it. 

I'm glad they came.
I enjoyed getting to see them.
Then-

Nathan & Brayden were here last night to visit & have supper.

It was an eventful evening as my kitchen sick drain plugged....

& thankfully I have a husband with many traits & he tore it apart, 

ran a snake drain cleaner it in & got it unplugged!

BLESS HIM!

So our evening hours were consumed with this, but we are thankful it is now fixed.

Tonight I'm a hog farmer helping Deke.

We will sell a load of hogs & then spend the rest of the night moving pigs- so that Deke will be able to finish powerwashing the nurseries & getting ready for our new babies to come in a couple of weeks.

 We will have a late night.

Gotta run....my boys will be here soon.

I hope you have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

'Happy Watercolor'

Good morning!

This is another one of the cards everyone at Marsha's stampin' party 
got to make with me yesterday!
What a fun afternoon we all had!

Don't you just LOVE THE BLING on this!

This card might be one of my upcoming 40 card class cards!
It is just so striking!

'Happy Watercolor'
cs:  Crisp Cantaloupe, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla
ink:  Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe
supplies: Big Shot, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder (SAB), Gold Twine, Gold Sequins, 2 1/2" Circle Punch, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

Oh a new start to a new week!
Lots of stamping to do every spare minute I have.

I hope you have a MARVELOUS Monday!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs!
SUSIE

'Vivid Vases'

(Opps.....I somehow deleted my post from this morning- so here is the card I posted.)

Hello!
Here is a cute card I created using 'Vivid Vases'.

This is one of the 5 cards that everyone at Marsha's party stamped today!

 I love it!

 Isn't it bright & spring?

'Vivid Vases'
cs:  Basic Black, Summer Starfruit, Whisper White
dp:  Sweet Sorbet (SAB)
ink:  Black Stazon
markers:  Soft Sky, Summer Starfruit, Pistachio Pudding
supplies:  Big Shot, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder (SAB), Sweet Sorbet Summer Starfruit Twine, Starburst framelits, 2 1/2" Circle Punch, dimensionals, glue dots

I hope you have a SUPER Sunday!
Happy Stamping!
hugs!
SUSIE