Country Stampin Oasis

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

2011-12-29T18:49:00.000-06:00

Hi stampin friends!

I hope you had a very Merry Christmas! I'm still recuperating from surgery. I will be back stampin hopefully after the 1st of the year.

Have a Happy and Safe New Year!

Blessings,

Lois

Shalom

2011-12-12T14:24:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday stampin friends! Hope your day is going well. It's cloudy and gloomy here in SW MO today. I know we have rain on the way. Wished it was snow......probably will get that later on and more than what we want. I just say..bring it on!

Todays card is one I made for some friends of mine that are Jewish. And wanted them to know I am thinking of them as their Hanukkah approaches next week.

Products used are:

Stamp Set is, SU Shalom and Delightful Dozen (for Inside, Happy Hanukkah)

Cardstock used was, Night of Navy, Brushed Silver and Marina Mist. Whisper White is on the inside

Ink used was Versa Mark and Night of Navy (for the inside sentiment)

Misc used was SU Pewter EB Powder, Popdots, Big Shot and Cuttlebug EB Folder

That's it from me today. Have a great day! THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!!

Christmas Bird

2011-12-09T18:30:00.000-06:00

Good afternoon stampin friends. Hope you are having a great day. It's been a cool gloomy day here. Suppose to be a little warmer tomorrow, but then we'll have the winds. Think I'm stayin inside and stayin warm.

Today, I'm sharing another tree ornament. It's a mixture of SU and non SU products.

Products used are:

NO Stamps

Cardstock....SU Cherry Cobbler, Brushed Gold, White, Old Olive, Neutrals and First Edition DSP
Ink.....Soft Suede
Misc....SU Northern Frost Decorative Strip Die, Simply Scored, Gold Pearls, MS Snow, Sizzix 3D Flower Die and Tim Holz Caged Bird Die and Hot glue gun

That's it from me today, have a great evening and weekend. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin!

Tree Ornaments

2011-12-04T17:06:00.001-06:00

Happy Sunday stampin friends! Hope you had a great weekend.

Short post today....not feeling the best today.

Today, I'm sharing my tree ornaments that I made yesterday. They turned out pretty cute.

Project details are:

Paper: The Paper Studio Cream Sheet Music and Cardstock

Misc: Sizzix Tree Die, MS Snow, Rustic Bells and SU Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke and Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon and Hot Glue Gun

That's it for today, THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin!!

Give Thanks!

2011-11-21T10:05:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday stampin friends. Hope you had a great weekend. Mine was watching all the Nascar racing I could watch, it's a long time til Feb 26, 2012 for the Daytona 500. The weather is chilly, cloudy, foggy and damp here in SW MO. We are to have more rain today and tomorrow. And I have alot of errands today, so I'm hoping the rain holds off for a bit.

Today's card is one that I made for some friends to wish them a Happy Thanksgiving.

Card details are:

Stamp Set: It's a Wrap Occasions

Cardstock: Choc. Chip, More Mustard, Pool Party and Very Vanilla

Ink: Choc. Chip, More Mustard and Pool Party

Misc: Popdots, Choc. Chip Satin Ribbon, Stripes EB Folder, Big Shot and Gold Pearls

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin!

Masuline Nugget Tin

2011-11-19T12:37:00.001-06:00

Hello and Happy Saturday!

Boy! It's windy here in SW MO which makes it chilly out. I'm stayin inside watchin the race later and makin Christmas cards, I'll share next week.

Todays project, I though 'ya know, seems like we are always making something for the gals and not much for the guys and I had this nugget tin sitting on my table for a project and didn't know for sure what I wanted to do, other than a "gals" project. So, I made mine a "guy" project. Turned out pretty cool I think. What do ya'll think?

Project details:

Stamp Set... Tags til Christmas

Cardstock... Early Expresso, White and Frostwood Lodge DSP

Ink... Markers, Old Olive and Early Expresso

Misc... Nugget Tin, Jute and Scallop Trim Border

That's all from me today. Have a great weekend. And THANKS for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin!!

Celebrate Today!

2011-11-18T14:39:00.000-06:00

Hi and Happy Friday stampin friends. Hope you are having a great day and a wonderful start to the weekend. It's chilly and really windy here today. But the temps are better than they have been, brrrr it's been cold. Had to turn on the heat to take the chill out of the house.

Todays card I'm sharing, needed a couple of Anniversary cards. I really like how it turned out and hope you do to.

Details are:

Stamp set: Perfectly Penned and Teeny Tiny Wishes

Cardstock: White, Poppy Parade

Ink: Poppy Parade

Misc: Lattive Die, Big Shot, Silver Pearls, White Organza Ribbon and Stampamajig

That's it for today, have a great day and THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Halloween Treats

2011-11-11T14:13:00.000-06:00

Good afternoon stampin friends!

Hope you are having a great Veteran's Day. I'm just hangin out at home catching up on a few things that have needed to be done. Another beautiful day here in SW MO. Sun is shining and we have a breeze coming in from the south. Nice to have the doors and a few windows open again before winter is here.

Today, I 'm sharing some Halloween candy wrappers I made for a sweet customer. She needed 25 for her darling daughters school class. She didn't want anything spooky, so that let out the bats and such. I just happened to look at the hostess set out the of the current mini and tah dah the light bulb went on! LOL I can use the cute owl with his mask and halloween treat bag. So this is what I came up with!

Details for these cute little treat holders are:

Stamp set....Warmest of Wishes

Cardstock...Cajun Craze, Black, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Basic Gray, Frightful Sight and Wicked Fun (retired) DSP

Ink...Black Stazon, Pumpkin Pie and Daffodil Delight Markers

Misc...Popdots, Candy Wrapper Die, Big Shot, Two Step Owl Punch and X-Lrg Scallop Oval Punch

Well, that's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Have a great weekend.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Happy Halloween (late)

2011-11-10T15:25:00.000-06:00

Hi stampin' friends! Gosh, I'm a little behind with posting my cards/projects. But I've been a bit under the weather. Surgery date is in the horizon though. It's a beautiful autumn day here in SW MO. Sun is shining, a slight breeze and it just smells like autumn is in the air.

Today, I'm sharing a Halloween card I made last month and sent to a couple of on-line friends.

Details for the card are:

Stamp set~~Dark and Dreary

Cardstock~~Black, Cajun Craze, White and Frightful Sight DSP

Ink~~Black Stazon, Cajun Craze, Pool Party and Lucky Limeade

Misc~~Black Satin Ribbon, Popdots, 1/2" Circle Punch

Well, that's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Have a GREAT stampin day!!

See you tomorrow!

Lois

Sympathy card

2011-10-15T18:42:00.001-05:00

Happy Saturday stampin friends. Geeze time sure slips away. Can't believe I've not posted anything since last month. Hope ya'll are having a great weekend. The weather here in SW MO has been simply wonderful. I love this weather!

Today, I'm sharing a card I sent to a friend of mine that lost her father recently.

Details are:

Stamp Set: Field Flowers and Petite Pairs

Cardstock: Island Indigo, Pool Party and White

Ink: Old Olive, Pool Party and Island Indigo

Misc: Pool Party Ruffled Ribbon and Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder

That's it from me today, have a great weekend! And THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Love~~~

2011-09-24T16:56:00.000-05:00

Happy Saturday stampin friends! Hope ya'll are having a great weekend so far. The weather here is cool fallish temps. I'm lovin it!!

Sorry I've been MIA, but I have finally felt good enough to sit and make a few cards. I'll be glad when my surgery is over with and I'm hopefully healthy again.

Today I'm sharing an anniversary card I made for one of my best friends. They loved it and I hope you do too.

Details are:

Stamp Set.....Occasional Quotes (Retired) and Posy Punch

Cardstock....Concord Crush, Wisteria Wonder, White, Lucky Limeade and In Color DSP

Ink...Concord Crush and Wisteria Wonder

Misc...Wisteria Wonder Ruffled Ribbon, Lattice and Butterfly Dies, Pop Dots, 3/4" Circle Punch, Pearl and Big Shot

That's it from me today! Have a great weekend and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

New addition to our family.....

2011-09-08T09:44:00.000-05:00

Good morning stampin friends! Hope you are having a great week. The weather here is wonderful. Cooler temps and the a/c is OFF! We do need rain though, of course some other areas of the country could use some also...and some have way too much rain. My thoughts and prayers go out to those on the East Coast, TX and OK. The weather this year has been so crazy!

Sorry for MIA, I'm having some health issues and just haven't felt well enough to do much. I am going to try and get some stampin done this week, we'll see how that goes. Good drugs help.

I'd like to introduce a new member of our family. Her name is Gracie and she is 3 months old. Part Shih Tzu/Maltese. She is such a sweetheart. Now Gidget wouldn't agree with me on that...LOL But Gidget and Miss Dolly are warming up to her, but taking their time. They will all be friends soon.

Look at that sweet face!

That's it from me today. I'll try and get some stampin done this week and share with you. I do have a few cards that NEED to be made and sent. I'll share those. Till then, THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Happiness Always

2011-08-22T19:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Monday stampin friends! Hope your Monday is going well.

Another warm day here in SW MO with some spotty rain showers, nothing to speak of though.

I had alot of errands to get done and glad to be home and off my feet!

Today, I'm sharing a card I did a while back. This card was inspired by Vicki Burdick over at Stampin Connection (SU only demo site). I did change it up from what she had done. I made a A2 size card, where her's was a 5x5 or 5 1/2 x 5 1/2. But it all worked out. I did get carried away with the "pearls"...LOL cause I could and I love them!

Details:

Stamp Set.....Array of Sunshine and Happy Greetings

Cardstock....Concord Crush, Westeria Wonder, White and Cheerful Treat DSP

Ink....Concord Crush, Westeria Wonder and Melon Mambo

Misc...Pearls, Popdots, Concord Crush Stitched-Poly Ribbon, Square Lattice EB Folder, Little Leaves Sizzlit Die and Big Shot

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin!!

Lois

Just for You

2011-08-21T16:26:00.001-05:00

Good afternoon stampin friends! Hope you are having a great weekend.

Weather here in SW MO is hot again. I can't wait for fall and cooler temps. I haven't been feeling well for the past few days. Hope the tummy issues are gone. So since I was feeling better, I stamped today while watching the NASCAR race.

Today, I'm sharing a card I made for 2 gals in my yahoo groups. Hope they like it.

Details:

Stamp Set.....Precious Butterflies

Cardstock.....White and Island Indigo

Ink.....Island Indigo, Rich Razzleberry and Baja Breeze

Misc... Baja Breeze Seam Binding Ribbon, Pearls, Framed Tulips EB Folder and Big Shot

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by!!

Happy Stampin!

Lois

Happy Birthday

2011-08-18T19:59:00.001-05:00

Good evening stampin friends. Hope you are having a great week so far. It's been hot here again, can't wait for fall.

Tonight, I'm sharing a card I used for a workshop last month. We had such a great time.

Stamps.....Bold Blossoms and Curly Cute

Ink...Old Olive and Black Stazon

Cardstock...White, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry and DSP

Misc..Blossom Bouquet Triple Punch, 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon and Brads

That's it from me tonight, have a great evening and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!!

Lois

My Friend

2011-08-10T17:34:00.001-05:00

Happy Wednesday stampin friends.

Hope ya'll are doing well and enjoying your weather. We have cooled off today to 73 degrees with some much needed rain. It was nice to go outside and not be so hot!

Today, I'm sharing a card that I used in a workshop last month, everyone loved it. Hope you do too.

Details:

Stamp Set is...SU My Friend

Cardstock...SU White, Westeria Wonder and Pool Party

Ink...Westeria Wonder

Misc...Lace Ribbon Border Punch, Pearls and Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die

That's it from me today! THANKS for stoppin by! Have a great evening.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Love and Caring Thoughts

2011-08-06T12:25:00.001-05:00

Happy Saturday Stampers!!

Hope you are having a great weekend so far! Me, I'm stayin INSIDE out of the 100 plus degree weather. A cool down is on the horizon next week, and that will be nice. Now if we could get to some fall temps, it would be even nicer.

Todays card I'm sharing, I found on one of the blogs that I frequent, but now can't remember who's it was. I had made this card back in June. When I find it again, I'll come back and post it here. I made this card for a card swap I was in at my scrapbooking retreat in June that I attended.

Details for the card are........

Stamp Set: Thanks for Caring

Cardstock: Pretty in Pink and Very Vanilla

Ink: Crumb Cake

Misc: Top Note Die, Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die, Scallop Trim Border and Corner Punch, Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon and Pearls

That's it from me today, have a great weekend. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Friend

2011-08-05T14:19:00.001-05:00

Happy Friday Stampers!

It finally has cooled off some, but not enough. I'd like to see mid 80's, but don't think that is in the forcast anytine soon. I don't leave the house unless I have to. The heat gives me a headache and I could do without those.

Today, I'm going to share with you a card I made for a couple of people in my yahoo groups.

Hope you like it, I do....and they loved it.

Details.....

Stamp Set: You're a Gem

Cardstock: Westeria Wonder and White

Ink: Westeria Wonder

Misc: Westeria Wonder Ruffled Ribbon, Elegant Lines EB Folder, Framed Tulips EB Folder, Pearls and Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die

That's all from me today. Have a great day and weekend! THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Long Time NO post......

2011-08-02T15:28:00.000-05:00

Hi stampin friends. Guess it's been a while since I've posted. Time flies by when you are busy....and BUSY I have been. I've pretty much been gone, on a couple of vacations, not counting my week scrappin retreat. AND Bill and I got a BRAND NEW 2011 vehicle!!!! It's purdy!!!! and drives and rides like a dream.

It's been REALLY hot and just plain miserable here in SW MO. No let up for a week it looks like and no rain either, of which we could use a boat load of. It's so hot out that you can hardly breathe. I'm really looking forward to winter.

I'll share a card I made the other day for a Anniversary Card. It's been so long that I'll have to check my folders and see what I haven't shared with ya.

Details:

No Stamps

Cardstock....White and Blushing Bride

Ink.....Blushing Bride

Misc....Ribbon (Non SU), Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslit Die, Bird Builder Punch, Framed Tulip EB Folder and Clear Rhinestones, Bow Maker.

That's all from me today. Stay cool! THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Your stampin friend,

Lois

P.S. If you stop by and leave a message and NOT sign it (Anonymous), I will NOT approve it or will send it to the trash bin. If you have time and proud to leave me a rude message, then you have time to sign it.

Moving on, Joplin will stay strong!

2011-06-03T15:38:00.001-05:00

As you know, Joplin, MO was hit with an EF5 Tornado at 5:41 PM on May 22, 2011.

I live about 17 miles from Joplin. I have no damage at my house, but the tornado went right over the shelter I was in. My folks and my brother missed it also by 1/2 mile. We all did lose electric and cable for a couple of days. Thankfully, everyone is safe and no damage. My brother and I went into Joplin approx 6:30 PM, we couldn't sit and do nothing like alot of people did. We helped where we could at Wal-Mart and Home Depot. Bill and I also did more volunteer work thru out the week and weekend. So much more needs to be done though. It will be a long road, but Joplin will REBUILD and be bigger than before.

I will get back to blogging hopefully in the next day or so. THANKS to all those who texted, emailed and called. You don't know what that meant to me!! I am fine and so is my family. Saddened, yes, but we will be alright.

Keep sending those thoughts and prayers for those in Joplin, MO

Lois

Get Well Soon

2011-05-21T16:22:00.000-05:00

Good Saturday afternoon stampin friends. What a beautiful day here in SW MO. Compared to yesterday, I'll take the 80's anyday. We ended up with 1 1/2" of rain in my rain gauge. We don't need that much rain. We have way more than plenty. We do have more storms predicted for later today or tonight. I'd be happy to send it to those who need rain though.

Hope your Saturday is going well. Just hangin out makin cards for a swap and watching all the pre-racing stuff. Tonight is the Showdown and All-Star Race and I can't wait!!! I love racin!!

Todays card, I made for a card swap. Simple as it is, I like it.

Details are:

Stamp Set: Sincere Salutations

Cardstock: White and Daffodil Delight

Ink: Memento Black Tuxedo

Misc: Daffodil Delight Ribbon, Nesties, CB EB Folder and Yellow Pearls

That's it from me today, THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great Saturday!!

Til next time, your stampin friend,

Lois

Thinking of You

2011-05-20T17:21:00.000-05:00

Good evening stampin friends. Can't believe it's Friday already and May is almost gone. We are getting more rain today! We sure don't need it. I'm feeling better, just lingering sniffes, so I felt like doing some stampin. Hope ya'll are having a great Friday and getting ready for the weekend.

Todays card I used some new goodies, well not everything was new but the Strength and Hope Stamp Set is. It's a must have for your stamp collection. For every one sold, SU donates $2.00 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Be sure to get yours ordered soon. You will find it in the current Summer Mini. If you need a mini, let me know and I'll get one in the mail to you.

Ok, more on the card......Details are;

Stamp Set.....Strength and Hope, On the Grow

Cardstock.....Poppy Parade, White and Vellum

Ink......Poppy Parade, Pear Pizzazz, Black Stazon and Daffodile Delight

Misc....Rhinestones, Poppy Parade Stitched Poly Ribbon, White Embossing Powder and Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Big Shot and Stampamajig

That's it from me today. Enjoy your Friday nite. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Til next time, your stampin friend,

Lois

MIA...Sorry

2011-05-13T12:40:00.000-05:00

Hello stampin friends. Sorry I've been MIA for a while. I've had an awful sinus infection/headache/cold. And hubby was home, that meant...cookin, cleanin and laundry, while he built onto our existing deck.

Hope everyone is doing well. We've had so much rain here. And it's our tornado season. Hopefully none of the storms produce a tornado, but one never knows what Mother Nature has in her plans. I guess last night about 25 miles to the northwest of me, there was a few sightings of a tornado, but none never made land. For that we are thankful.

I'll get back posting hopefully by next week. Take care and THANKS for stoppin by!

HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

With Sympathy

2011-04-28T11:11:00.000-05:00

Good morning stampin friends. WOW can't believe it's such a pretty day here in SW MO. After all the rain, we do need a "dry" out period. My prayers go out to all those effected by the recent tornados and storms in the south and across the eastern states. The weather pattern this year is just crazy.

Today, again I'm sharing a couple of sympathy cards I made for the daughters of my friend whom lost her husband and the girls daddy. I'm hoping these are the last of the sympathy cards that I need to make for awhile. I really need to make a few just to have on hand.

Details for the cards are:

Stamp Set: Teeny Tiny Wishes

Cardstock: Daffodil Delight, Concord Crush, Soft Suede, White

Ink: Daffodil Delight, Black Stazon, Concord Crush

Misc: Lrg and Small Oval Punches, Pearl, Perfect Polka Dot EB Folder, Lattice Die, Big Shot and Popdots

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Happy (belated) Easter

2011-04-25T10:21:00.001-05:00

Good Morning and Happy (belated) Easter stampin friends. I hope you had a blessed day yesterday. Very quite here on the home front, well, except for the thunder, lightening and rain. It's been raining since Thursday nite/Friday morning. We've had about 5" of rain in my rain gauge. Think I'll build an ark....LOL Where ever you are, I hope you are stayin dry if it's raining at your house.

Today, I'm sharing my Easter egg/box. It was fun to make.

Details for the project are:

Stamp Set: Something to Celebrate

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Rose Red, Pear Pizzazz

Cardstock: Rose Red, Pear Pizzazz, Very Vanilla, Springtime Vintage DSP

Misc: Syrofoam Egg, Modge Podge, Oval/Scallop Nesties, Crimper, Fun Flowers Die, Big Shot, Blossom Petal Punch, Anique Brass Build a Brad, Popdots, Bone Folder, Tasteful Trim Die, Eyelet Border Punch, Perfect Polka Dot EB Folder, Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Bow Easy and Rose Red Seam Binding Ribbon

That's all for today! THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Sympathy, Love and Caring

2011-04-20T18:33:00.000-05:00

Good evening stampin friends. Hope your Wednesday has been going well. Nice day here in SW MO. We do have thunderstorms and upwards of 5-9" of rain in the next few days up to and including Easter Sunday. So if you are anywhere near any storms, stay safe and dry. I know I will be.

Todays card is one that I made for a friend, she lost her husband a week ago. It always takes me a long time to make sympathy cards because they aren't the most fun cards to make. But I'm sure she'll love it.

Details using all SU products unless otherwise noted:

Stamp Set: Thanks for Caring

Cardstock: Whisper White, Rose Red and Sweet and Sour DSP

Ink: Black Stazon

Misc: 1/2" and 3/4" circle punches, Wide Oval Punch, Itty Bitty Punch Pak, Square Lattice EB Folder, Lattice Bigz Die, Stampin Dimensionals, Big Shot and Pearl

That's it for tonight. THANKS so much for stoppin by! Have a great evening!

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Rock Happy Birthday

2011-04-16T15:26:00.000-05:00

Happy Saturday stampin friends! The sun is shinning!! No rain expected til Monday I think. It's a little breezy, but not like it has been. Hope your weekend is going well so far.

Todays card is one I made for a neighbor to give to her nephew that plays guitar. She asked me if I had any stamps like that...well ya know I do! He likes Red, White and Blue, so that gave me the colors for the card. And she loves it, I hope he does to!!

Details are: All materials are SU unless otherwise noted

Stamp Set: Grunge Rock and Extreme Guitar

Cardstock: Real Red, Night of Navy, Crumb Cake and Glossy White

Ink: Real Red and Night of Navy

Misc: Paper Piercer, Silver Brads, Dimensionals and Star Punches

That's it for today! THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!!

Lois

Last Years Christmas Gifts

2011-04-15T17:57:00.000-05:00

Hello to my stampin friends. BRRRRRR it's cold here in SW MO. We've had rain and bone chilling wind here today. Last night we had some good thunderstorms come thru with about 1.5" of rain. Hopefully it's moving on out tonight, tomorrow is suppose to be warmer. We can only hope.

I thought I had shared these SU Snowflake Ornaments back in December, but looks like I didn't. So here they are. I used them for gifts for a couple of friends. They loved them.

I got the tutorial from www.addalittledazzle.com and the metal sheets from a bulk buy.

Details are:

No Stamps!

No Ink!

Cardstock: Brushed Silver

Misc: Metal Sheets, Window Sheets and Sticky Pages, E6000 Glue, Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder, Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Snowflake #2 Die, Flatten Bottle Caps, Round Mirrors. Clear Rhinestones. Clear Card Keeper (not sure of the correct name) and some Ribbon and Shredded Grass like stuff.

Now that the hubby is gone, I can get back to stampin! YEAH!!! Got some cool new stuff the other day from the new Summer Mini coming up. Can't wait to play.

That's it from me tonight! Have a great weekend. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

As Always, KEEP on STAMPIN!!

Lois

Springtime Smiles

2011-04-09T09:31:00.000-05:00

Good morning stampin friends. It's finally the weekend! My weekend started last night with the NASCAR Nationwide race in Texas. Yep, Missouri boy Carl Edwards won the race...woohooo!

Tonight is the NASCAR Cup race in Texas, hopefully Carl can sweep the weekend.

We had a thunderstorm come thru very early this morning, now the temps are to get about 85, but there seems to be a bit of a breeze so maybe it won't get very humid and hot today. More storms coming thru Sunday nite I believe.

Today, I'm sharing 2 cards that I made the other day. Neither one ended up being what I had pictured, but I'm pleased with both of them.

Details for both cards~~

Stamp Set~~Easter Blossoms

Cardstock~~Very Vanilla, Pretty in Pink and Whisper White

Ink~~Pretty in Pink, Wild Wasabi and Pink Pirouette Markers and Stazon Black

Misc~~Pearls, Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon, Bow Easy, Pop Dots, Nestie, Copic (to color the pink pearls), Framed Tulip EB Folder

That's it for today, THANKS so much for stoppin by! Have a great weekend.

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Happiness......

2011-04-07T13:14:00.000-05:00

Good Afternoon stampin friends! Hope ya'll are having a wonderful Thursday. The weather here is beautiful about 68 deg. slight wind, nothing like we've had for a few days. The sky is gettin a little dark out, I suppose we have rain in the forecast.

Today, I'm sharing a card I made for an anniversary couple. Used some current SU and some retired SU stuff. What do'ya'll think?

Details for the card are:

Stamp Set: Whimsical Words (retired )

Cardstock: Whisper White and Rose Red

Ink: Rose Red

Misc: Rose Red Seam Binding Ribbon, Pearls, Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder and Stitched Felt Sweet Pea (retired)

That's it for today. THANKS so much for stoppin by! Have a great day.

Until next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Thank You

2011-04-06T12:15:00.000-05:00

Good afternoon stampin friends! Boy is it windy here! Temps are spring like, but the wind is a killer.

Todays card is the last card in a set that I'm doing for a friend. I know the image is a Christmas one, but didn't really want to put Merry Christmas on it (too early!). So I thought putting Thank You was good, as it can be used for a gift thank you card at Christmas time (I know, still too early!). Hope ya'll like it. This is one of my favorites. The frame was done again using one from Dawn Olchefske over at www.dostamping.typepad.com dated Feb 28. You REALLY gotta try these frames.

Details for the card:

Stamp Set: A Flower for All Seasons and Thank You Kindly

Cardstock: White, Neenah White and Real Red

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Misc: Scallop Trim Border, Copics, Popdots and Gold Pearls

That's all for today, THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Thinking of You

2011-04-05T10:20:00.000-05:00

Good mornin stampin friends! Hope your day is going well. BRRRR! Chilly here this morning.

Todays card is #3 of the set that I'm making for a friend. I'm still using the border punch frames from Dawn Olchefske www.dostamping.typepad.com dated Feb 28, 2011, If you haven't tried them, go over to Dawns website and get the scoop on how you can make yours. So easy and great for a small image to make a CAS card.

Supplies needed to make this card are:

Stamp Set~~A Flower for All Seasons

Cardstock~~Whisper White, Neenah White and Old Olive

Ink~~Memento Tuxedo Black and Copics

Misc~~Scallop Edge Border Punch, Popdots and Silver Pearls

That's it from me today! THANKS so much for stopping by!

Til tomorrow, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Hello

2011-04-04T11:54:00.001-05:00

Good morning stampin friends! Having a great Monday so far? Hope so! BRRR it's chilly here in SW MO and the wind is still blowing. We had a bit of rain last night early morning hours. Lost electricity for about an hr and half. It's so gray and cloudy out. Maybe more rain.

Today's card is card #2 of the set I was talking about yesterday. I really like this one. Hope you do too. Here is the link to Dawn Olchefske U Tube Video on how you can make the frame http://dostamping.typepad.com/dostamping_with_dawn/2011/02/index.html

Details for the card are:

Stamp Set~~ A Flower for All Seasons and Hello, You

Cardstock~~Whisper White, Neenah White and Melon Mambo

Ink~~Memento Tuxedo Black and Copics

Misc~~Eyelet Border Punch and Pearls

That's it for today. THANKS SO MUCH for stopping by! Have a great day.

Til next time, keep on stampin!

Lois

Easter Wishes

2011-04-03T10:57:00.000-05:00

Good Sunday morning stampers! WOW another beautiful day here in SW MO. It's suppose to get about 80 degrees and we do have a bit of wind. I do believe we have severe thunderstorms late tonight and early Monday morning on the horizon. I hope ya'll are having a wonderful Sunday so far. It's NASCAR race day here at my house, so I'll do some stampin and watchin the race. What are your plans?

Today, I'm sharing a card which is the 1st of 4 in this set. I'll share 1 each day this week. I really like how they turned out. I'll be making a set of 8 with different sentiments on them and make a pretty box to put them in. I hope you like them. I really do! And again I used the directions for the frame from Dawn Olchefske's blog www.dostamping.typepad.com. The frames are so fun and easy to make.

Card details:

Stamp Set~~ A Flower for All Seasons and Something to Celebrate

Cardstock~~Whisper White, Neenah White and Daffodil Deight

Ink~~Memento Tuxedo Black and Copics

Misc~~Pearls, 1/8" White Taffeta Ribbon, Popdots and Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border

That's it for today! Have a wonderful Sunday. THANKS SO MUCH for stoppin by!!!

Until next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

For Chocolate Lovers!

2011-04-02T16:16:00.000-05:00

Good afternoon stampers! WOW! What a beautiful day here in SW MO! Got the doors and windows open. Hope you are also enjoying the sunshine and warmth where you are.

Today, I'm sharing a "take out" box that I saw over at Dawn Olchefske blog www.dostamping.typepad.com I'm making these for some awesome chocolate lover friends. Hope they like them as much as I do!

These little boxes are super easy to make. Be sure to stop on over there and check out her video. You'll be glad you did.

Details for the "take out" box:

Stamp set: Eat Chocolate

Cardstock: Crumb Cake and Chocolate Chip

Ink: Chocolate Chip

Misc: Petal Cone Die, Big Shot, 5/8" Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon (retired), Linen Thread, 1/16th" Circle Hand Punch

That's it from me today! Have a wonderful weekend. THANKS so much for stopping by.

Til next time, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Happy "I" Do

2011-03-22T17:17:00.000-05:00

Good afternoon stamping friends! Hope ya'll are doing well so far today. Beautiful day here in SW MO again. Almost 80 degrees with some wind. I do believe we have thunderstorms on the horizon though. But for now, it's beautiful out.

Todays card is one that I got inspiration from Jan Tink over at http://www.stampspaperscissors.typepad.com/

I will tell ya though, I do like Jan's better than mine. I'm just not to wild about the "bells" yet. Not sure if it is the way I have them positioned or what. So I might be changing it up a little later tonight and repost it. We'll see.

Details for the card are:

Stamp Set~~Word Play

Cardstock~~Whisper White, Black and Bride Specialty Paper (retired)

Ink~~Black Stazon

Misc~~Round Tab Punch, Ticket Corner Punch, Basic Rhinestones,Scribbles Swirls Sizzlet Die and Whisper White Organza Ribbon

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening!

As Always, HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Happy First Day of Spring!!!

2011-03-20T14:24:00.001-05:00

Good afternoon stampers! What a beautiful day it is here in SW MO! The temps are close to 80 with a breeze, just enough from keeping it really hot. How's your Sunday going? Enjoy the beautiful weather!

Today, I thought I'd share the swap cards I made for the Branson Regionals back in February. What a blast. Seeing old friends along with making new ones. Got some great tips and tricks to use with our SU products. I can't wait to get busy and try some. My swap cards are based on another card that I shared earlier, just didn't use the ribbon. And EVERYONE loved them. I have only a handful left out of 100 that I took. Got some great ones in return that I will be casing later on. What a great experience going to regionals, if it's for 1/2 day or a full day, you won't be dissappointed going to an SU event. And I must say dinner afterwards was a HOOT! What great memories!

Swap card details:

Stamp Set: On Your Birthday

Cardstock: Whisper White, Concord Crush, Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry

Ink: Concord Crush, Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry

Misc: Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die, Pearls and Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border

That's all from me today. Going to enjoy the beautiful weather! Have a great day and THANKS SO MUCH for stopin by.

HAPPY STAMPIN!

Lois

Sympathy Card CASE

2011-03-18T12:21:00.001-05:00

Good afternoon stamping friends. Hope this finds you all doing well. It's a cloudy/chilly day here in SW MO. Suppose to rain later today. And SPRING is on it's way, only 2 more days. I still haven't gotten used to the time change. Wished they would just leave it alone!

Today's card is a CASE from Dawn Olchefske over at www.dostampin.typepad.com . Dawn does such awesome work. I had to try using the SU Lattice Die to make the cross. How awesome is that! Would work great for an Easter card also, hope to try that later today. But I needed 2 Sympathy cards to send and this just fit what I needed. THANKS Dawn for your awesome inspiration and tutorial/you tube videos. Sorry that the picture isn't the greatest, don't have good natural lighting since we have such a cloudy day.

Details for the card are:

Stamp Set: Thanks for Caring

Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze and Elegant Soiree DSP

Ink: Crumb Cake

Misc: 1 1/2" Circle Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Pop Dots, Pearl Jewels, Lattice Bigz Die and Big Shot

That's it for today. THANKS so much for stopping by. Have a great Friday.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Something to Celebate

2011-03-06T16:43:00.000-06:00

Good Sunday afternoon stamper friends. Hope you are doing well on this beautiful day. It's so pretty out here in SW MO. Ive got the doors open and can hear the birds sing!

Todays card was an easy peasy card. Every since I seen Dawn Olchefske's post over at her blog http://www.dostamping.typepad.com/

showed how to make a Border Frame with SU! Border Punches Feb 28th, I've been wanting to try it and so today was the day. I really like the way it turned out and hope you do too.

Details:

Stamp Sets: Something to Celebrate and Blessed Mother

Cardstock: Old Olive, Whisper White and GP

Ink: Memento Black and Copic Markers

Misc: Old Olive Satin Ribbon, Pearls, Pop Dots, Bow Easy and Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch

AND now for this cute little Stylish Blogger Award I was given on this past Friday from Judy Marshall, you can see her blog at http://www.judyscraftroom.blogspot.com/

Thanks Judy!

So as they say, I need to send this award on to 8 other cool bloggers and tell you 8 things about me that you may or may not know. So here goes!

8 things about me!

1. LOVE Nascar Racing

2. Simple stamper

3. I go for a week of scrapping, eattin and fun with 11 of my closest friends once a year

4. I have 2 furbabies, they are both Shih Tzu's and their names are Miss Dolly (6 yrs old) and Gidget (2 yrs old)

5. Love to go fishing with my hubby when he's home.

6. The only music I love is Country Music and the old 50's

7. I love to dance (don't do much of it, but love it)

8. One of my best friends and I have been friends since we were 6 mos old. (59.5 years) and my other best friend and I have been friends for 15+yrs

Now I'm going to pass this award onto the following gals with great blogs.

1. Gwen at http://gwensstampinfun.typepad.com/gwensstampinfun/

2. Patricia at http://thinkingofinking.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/

3.Rhonda at http://rhondastamps.blogspot.com/

4. Amanda at http://didyoustamptoday.blogspot.com/

5.Barb at http://stampininthecountry.blogspot.com/

6. Amanda at http://fromwhereistamp.blogspot.com/

7. Dany at http://inkcrediblecreations.blogspot.com/

8. Elisa at http://willrun4stamps.blogspot.com/

Ok, so this post is a long one. LOL Sorry!! Go by and see all the blogs. They have some pretty cool stuff posted.

That's it from me today. Have a great Sunday and a super Monday! THANKS so much for stoppin by!

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Anniversary Bliss

2011-03-04T11:58:00.002-06:00

Good morning stamper friends! I hope this is finding ya'll doing well. Its a cloudy nice day here in SW MO, I think rain is in the air.

Today, I'm sharing a card that I made for a couple of anniversaries that I needed to get mailed. It features a SAB (Sale-A-Bration) set. If you don't have it, you gotta get it. Only takes a $50.00 to earn a FREE stamp set.

Details about my card are:

Stamp Set.....Bliss (SAB)

Cardstock.....Whisper White, Concord Crush and In Colors DSP (Hostess)

Ink....Concord Crush

Misc...Framed Tulips EB Folder, Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Silver Pearls, Lrg Oval Punch, Pop Dots and MS Border Punch

That's it from me today. Have a WONDERFUL day and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!

Lois

Happy Hearts Day

2011-02-09T20:27:00.002-06:00

Hello Stampin Friends,

Hope your Wednesday is going great. I had a busy busy day despite all the EXTRA snow that Mother Nature thought we needed. It's another bitter cold night here in SW MO. Stay warm! And YES got myself a new camera and I love it so far.

Tonights card is one I did for the LNS Challenge #107....Hearts Abound! I first seen a card over at SCS by Janarla way back in Nov. And thought it would make a great Valentines card by adding my own "touch" to it. You can see Janarla's card http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1851055.

I hope you like my "touch" to already a CAS card.

Details:

Stamp Set........Northern Hearts 2010 Holiday Mini Hostess and Teeny Tiny Wishes

Cardstock....Cherry Cobbler and Whisper White

Ink.....Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink and Marker

Misc.....Heart to Heart Ex-Lrg Punch, Small Heart Punch, Popdots, Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding Ribbon, Red Glimmer Paper, Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Big Shot and Clear Rhinestones

That's it from me tonight, THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening, stay safe and warm.

HAPPY STAMPIN,

Lois

No Camera!!

2011-02-08T18:35:00.000-06:00

Hi stamper friends,

Just wanted to stop in and let you know...I'll be back tomorrow with photos of cards and projects I've been doing or already have done. My camera went on the fritz. So I'll be buying a new one tomorrow.

Thank you for the emails regarding my surgery. I'm feeling very good and everyday just gets better. Thanks everyone, I do appreciate your concern.

See you tomorrow!

Happy Stampin!!!!
Lois

Live, Laugh, Love

2011-01-27T12:00:00.014-06:00

Good Morning Stampers. This was suppose to post on Thursday and I don't know why it didn't, will have to look into that. Seems that turning the BIG 6-0 isn't kind to me. I had to have some surgery on Thursday, but I'm doing well...slow...but well. I hope to get back to stampin the first of the week. Today is a beautiful day here in SW MO! It's in the mid 60's...sun is shining. I think this is the last day for the nice weather. Back into the 20's with rain and snow on the horizon for the first of the week. Hope ya'll are having a great weekend.
So for this card...my inspiration came from Chat Wszelaki over at http://www.memystampsandi.blogspot.com/
I simply love her projects. I used the same layout, but different colors and elements.

Details for my card are...

Stamp Set.....Bold Blossoms and Live Love Laugh
Cardstock....Whisper White, Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz and Hostess In Color DSP
Ink...Concord Crush and Pear Pizzazz Marker
Misc....Pearls, Concord Crush Ribbon, Tasteful Trim Die, Big Shot and Popdots

That's it for now. Have a great Thursday! THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois
Just a tidbit to think about....
Some people without brains, do an awful lot of talking.

Birdie Anniversary

2011-01-26T09:58:00.000-06:00

Good morning stampers. What a nice day it's going to be. The sun is shining so bright. We are to get into the 40's and 50's this week. All our snow is melted, and for that I'm sad. I love the snow. I'm sure we're not done with winter yet. Hope ya'll are having a great day so far!

On with today's card. I needed a few Anniversary cards so I went looking for on line to find the perfect one for inspiration. It's a CASE from 2 people.....Chat Wszelaki at Stampin Connection (demos only) and over at SCS Jenny Conrad http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1882113
I did make one change on it. I used a Marina Mist matt where the 2 girls used a Whisper White and an embossing folder. Thanks gals for an awesome card for my inspiration.

Details for my card are......

Stamp Set......A Word for You and Love You Much
Cardstock.....Whisper White, Kraft, Neutrals DSP, Marina Mist and Cherry Cobbler
Ink....Black Stazon, Basic Black and Marina Mist SU Markers
Misc...Nestie, Pearls, Heart to Heart Punch, Marina Mist Satin Ribbon, Flower Punch (retired, can't remember the nane of it)

That's it from me today. Have a wonderful Wednesday. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Take a Spin Birthday

2011-01-25T15:11:00.000-06:00

Good afternoon stampers! What a nice day here in SW MO...the sun is shining, but a bit brisk out, but all in all a great day! Hope ya'll are having a great day also.

Todays card was made for some birthdays that I needed to get done. And they are in the mail, so hope the girls like it. I REALLY love the Framed Tulip EB Folder, I can see more cards in my future using it. Take a Spin Stamp Set would make for a great childs card also.

Details for the card are:

Stamp Set.....Take a Spin
Cardstock.....Whisper White and Melon Mambo
Ink................Melon Mambo
Misc.............Framed Tulip EB Folder, Game Spinner Hands, Popdots, Melon Mambo Ribbon (retired) Nestie

That's it from me today. Have a great day and see ya tomorrow. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Butterfly Birthday

2011-01-24T18:40:00.000-06:00

Good evening stampin friends! Hope you are having a wonderful Monday. Really a pretty day here in SW MO, was a little chilly, but the sun was out and the rest of the snow is melting.

Tonight I'm sharing a card that I made for a friend, she needed some birthday cards(10) and this is what I came up with. Hope you like it as much as I do and she loved them .

Details for the card are:
Stamp Set......On Your Birthday
Cardstock....SU Pretty in Pink and PTI White
Ink....Pretty in Pink
Misc....SU Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder and CB EB Folder, Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon, Bow Easy, Beautiful Wings Embosslit and Pearl Stickers

That's it from me for tonight, have a great evening and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Happy Birthday!

2011-01-21T19:05:00.000-06:00

Hi stampers! I know "long time no see"....but alot has been going on lately. Of which, I will just for now touch on lightly, ever so lightly. Seems that SOMEONE doesn't like my blog/posts/projects or anything. I was going to give up blogging, but I had a visit with several people regarding this SOMEONE, and I've come to the conclusion that SHE isn't going to run me off here or anywhere else. IF you can't leave a nice comment, then don't leave one at all. I am here to stay, this is MY blog and if SHE doesn't like it, then SHE can just stop coming here. Ok vent over!!!

Now on with my post. We've been having some really cold weather here in SW MO, right now we have snow on the ground, melting, but we have snow! YEAH! And I understand we are probably going to get some more over the weekend, probably not much, but I'll take what we get!!

Todays card that I'm sharing was made for some friends birthdays. I hope they enjoyed them as much as I enjoyed making them. Here are the deets!

Stamps: SU Friends 24-7 and Curly Cute
Cardstock: PTI White and SU Concord Crush C/S
Ink: Concord Crush
Misc: Nesties, Popdots, SU Pearls and Perfect Polka Dots EB Folder, Big Shot and Stamp-a-ma-jig

That's it from me tonight. Hope ya'll had a great Friday and have a fabulous weekend. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!
Lois

Happy Birthday

2010-12-11T11:58:00.000-06:00

Good morning stampers! Hope your Saturday is going well so far. We've been on the sick list here at my house. Both of us are on our way to being well. Hate colds!!! Speaking of "cold", it's a chilly windy day here in SW MO and it's only going to go downhill from here. Suppose to be VERY cold, windy, rain and a wintery mix. Nothing like a blizzard but just some white stuff. I'm ready for it, bring it on!!!

Today, I'm sharing a card I made for some yahoo groups birthday gals. I got my inspriation from Wendy Wexler over at Stampin Connection. Thanks Wendy for some great inspriation!!

Details of the birthday card are....
Stamp Set....Elizabeth, Bella Toile BG Stamp and Teeny Tiny Wishes
Cardstock....Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler and Chocolate Chip
Ink....Chocolate Chip and Cherry Cobbler
Misc....Dotted Scalloop Ribbon Punch, 5-Petal Flower Ex Lrg Punch, Word Window Punch, Small Oval Punch, Sponges, Sm Circle Punch, Polka Dots Embossing Folder and Rhinestones

That's it from me today. Have a great Saturday and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!!
Lois

MOJO 168 Bells & Boughs

2010-12-08T19:28:00.000-06:00

Good evening stampers! Hope ya'll are having a great Wednesday. A little chilly again today here in SW MO. Snow is on the horizon I'm sure.

Tonight I'm sharing a card I made for Mojo Monday http://mojomonday.blogspot.com/, go on over and take a look around, they have some really pretty cards over there.

Details for my card~~
Stamp Set....Bells and Boughs
Cardstock.....Cherry Cobbler, Brushed Gold and Neenah White
Ink.....Memento Tuxedo Black and Copic Markers
Misc....Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding Ribbon, Sm Circle Punch, Gold pearls, Crystal Effects and Popdots

That's it from me for tonight. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening!

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Gingerbread Fancy Favor Box

2010-12-07T20:50:00.001-06:00

Good evening stampers. Hope you are having a wonderful day. A little chilly here in SW MO...they are talkin SNOW!!! Bring it on, I say! I love the snow as long as I don't have to go out in it.

Today I'm sharing a little Fancy Favor Box that I made into a Ms. Gingerbread box. I think she is just the cutest thing ever! I seen this one over at SCS http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1843981 and thought it was cute, but I didn't want to use all the punches to make the face. Sooooooo!!! I used my Peachy Keen faces and that worked out really well.

Details~~
Stamp Set...Peachy Keen Faces
Cardstock....Crumb Cake and Whisper White
Ink....Stazon Black, Real Red Marker and Chocolate Chip
Misc....Sponges, Tastefully Trim Die, Fancy Favor Die, Real Red Satin Ribbon, Swirls Scribbles Sizzlet Die, Real Red 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Bow Easy, Red Brads (to secure the handle) and the 2 1/2" Circle Punch

Well, that's it from me tonight. Have a great evening and a great Wednesday. Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

SSSC 95 Peace and Joy

2010-12-06T12:30:00.000-06:00

Good Monday morning stampers. WOW I didn't realize how long it's been since I've shared anything. I'll do better this month. Got lots of things on the horizon to share with you, so stay tuned. I hope ya'll had a great weekend. Hubby and I just got back over the weekend from a little get-a-way, and boy did I need it. Wished we could of stayed gone a little longer, but back to reality now.

Today I'm sharing a card I made yesterday for Karen's Sweet Sunday Challenge. Hop on over and check it out, there is still time to get your creation posted over at http://kgiron.blogspot.com/

I have to admit, I sorta fell off the SU wagon on this one. Sometimes you just have to make something with something different than SU. I found this card http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1851719
over at SCS and it gave me inspiration to make my card. I simply LOVE the snowflake.

Details for my card are: Card is 5"x5"
Stamp Set~~Our Daily Bread, Stamp Set and Die Peace and Joy
Cardstock~~Concord Crush and Whisper White
Ink~~Concord Crush and Copic Marker BV17 (to color the pearls)
Misc~~White Satin Ribbon, CB Folder, Pop Dot and Sticky Pearls

That's it from me today! Thanks so much for stoppin by!!! Have a wonderful Monday.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Thanksgiving

2010-11-04T13:02:00.002-05:00

Good Afternoon Stampers! Hope your day is going great. It's a bit nippy here in SW MO today. Fall has arrived and I think Winter is on it's heals. Stay warm if you are having chilly weather.

Today, I'm sharing a card we did at Stamp Camp this last Saturday. We had a great time. My card was inspired by Laurie Gibson over at Stampin Connection. I loved all the fall colors.

Details:
Stamp Set~~Day of Gratitude
Cardstock~~More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Early Expresso and Autumn Spice DSP
Ink~~Early Expresso, Cajun Craze.....Markers~~More Mustard and Cajun Craze
Misc~~Taffeta Ribbon, Bow Easy, Pop Dots and Glue Dots

That's it from me today. Have a great Thursday. Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!
Lois

Hip to be Square

2010-10-18T11:44:00.003-05:00

Good Morning Stampers! Hope your weekend was great and have been enjoying the nice weather. It's another beautiful day here in SW MO, but I do think rain is on our horizon.

Todays card is one I made for the Late Night Stampers and Late Night Stamper Demo Only groups. Challenge 92, Hip to be Square. This is the first time for me to be doing one of these challenges and I must admit, it was fun to do. I hope you enjoy my card. This is actually the first time I'm sharing something that I used "Copics". I've been taking some classes on learning how to work with them and I have to admit, I love them!!

Card details: My card is a 5" x 5" square
Stamp Set~~Four the Holidays and Bells and Boughs
Cardstock~~ Whisper White, Brushed Silver, Night of Navy and Neenah (for copic use)
Ink~~ Night of Navy, Memento Tuxedo Black and Copics
Misc~~Bow Easy (love that little tool), White Satin Ribbon, Glue Dots, Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds and Stampamajig

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stoppin by! Have a fabulous Monday.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Round Treat Boxes

2010-10-13T19:45:00.004-05:00

Good evening stampers! I hope your Wednesday was a great one. I was a little busy today, grocery shopping, dr appt and lunch with my folks. But I have to tell ya, it's another beautiful day here in SW MO! A little chilly, but not bad. We are to get back in the 80's this weekend.

Tonight, I'm sharing some round boxes that Vicki and I made for our friends up in Kansas City. We made these on last Friday and we traveled to Kansas City on Monday for a Copic Class and to meet our friends for dinner before we came back home. Vicki found the tutorial http://mytherapymycreations.blogspot.com/2010/08/another-box-and-tutorial.html

We did adjust it a bit. The tutorial calls for a 1" box and we wanted one a little bit bigger. Very easy to adjust to any size that fits your needs. We filled them with shredded paper and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (mini size). They were a hit with our friends. These boxes would be a great idea for some gift items or just candy.

Details....

No Stamps!

Cardstock....Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White and Autumn Spice DSP

Ink....Cajun Craze

Misc...Wide Oval Punch, Swirls Scribbles Sizzlit Die, Very Vanilla 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Scallop Circle Die, Perfect Polka Dots Folder,Little Leaves Sizzlet Die, Chipboard, Sponge and Popdots.

That's it for tonight. THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a fabulous Thursday!!

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Post It Notes

2010-10-12T12:14:00.002-05:00

Good Afternoon stampers! What a great day here in SW MO. It has rained some last night here and we really needed the rain. Hope ya'll are having a great week so far.

Today, I'm sharing some Post It Note Holders that I made using the tutorial from Monica Weaver. I purchased the metal sheets from her also. If you would like more information, send me an email. These make great gifts for teachers, friends, co-workers and a craft fair item.

Below is the list of products I used. All SU unless otherwise noted.

Cardstock~~Basic Gray, Cajun Craze, Kraft, Basic Black, Garden Green, Pear Pizzazz
DSP~~Neutrals Collections, Regals Collections, Hostess Level 1 DSP In Colors and Retired Night and Day DSP
Ribbon~~White Taffeta, Retired Chocolate Chip Taffeta, Basic Gray, Basic Black, Pear Pizzazz, Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding Ribbon
Markers to color White Taffeta~~Cajun Craze and Garden Green
Misc~~Assorted Metal Sheets (bought from Monica Weaver), Antique Brads, Binder Clips (box store), Gel Pens (box store), Score Pal Tape, Unknown Red Glitter Brad

That's it from me today. Have a wonderful Tuesday and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Simple Yet Elegant

2010-10-10T11:56:00.002-05:00

Good Morning Stampers. I hope you are having a wonderful day so far. It's another beautiful day here in SW MO. The sun is shining and a slight breeze. We could really use some rain though, so if you have rain in your area, please send it to MO, we need it so bad!

Today, I'm sharing a card I made last week. I know I should of shared it then! You know how life just gets in the way. Anyways, it's a very simple but yet elegant card. I started out with Whisper White as the card base, then stamped Season's Greetings from the Holiday Mini Hostess set on Whisper White with Versa Mark then heat set some gold embossing powder on it. Matted/popped up with pop dots on some Cherry Cobbler, added a little bit of ribbon on the Cherry Cobbler then a bow made with Always Artichoke Seam Binding Ribbon.

That's it from me today. THANKS so much for stopping by. Have a great Sunday!

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Stamp, Paper and Ink

2010-09-27T14:43:00.002-05:00

Good Afternoon Stampers. Hope you are having a great Monday. It's a BEAUITFUL day here in SW MO, it's 70 degrees out, doors and windows are open. I'm hoping that FALL has begun.

Today, I'm sharing a card I made last night. I went back to the basics, Stamp, Paper and Ink and oh a touch of ribbon. There was so much more I wanted to do, but wanted to stay with the basic.

Card deets:

Stamp Set~French Foliage (Holiday Mini) and Grateful Greetings

Cardstock~Cherry Cobbler and Whisper White

Ink~Soft Suede, Pumpkin Pie, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight

Misc~Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding (Holiday Mini), Sponge, Corner Rounder and Bow Easy.

That's it from me today, THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Halloween Hand-gel Holders

2010-09-26T14:54:00.005-05:00

Good afternoon stampers. Hope your weekend is wonderful and productive. It's a cool 57 degrees here in SW MO. Wind is blowing and I can smell the fall air. AHHH what a great smell after having such a HOT summer.

Today, I'm sharing some Hand-gel holders that I've seen around. Most recently over at Ercia's blog http://pinkbuckaroodesigns.blogspot.com/2010/08/halloween-soap-holder-tutorial.html.

Aren't they the cutest. I have to say, that I had trouble using the med size oval punch twice to get it the right size, so I did some adjustments to her tutorial to make the bottle fit. But nonetheless, they are the cutest things! Would make for a cute little prezzie for your customers, friends and family.

Products I used are.....Stamp Sets: Wicked Cool and Autumn Apparitions (retired).

Cardstock: Old Olive, Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Cajun Craze, Basic Black and Wicked Fun Speciality DSP.

Ink: Black, Rich Razzleberry, Cajun Craze, Basic Gray and Rich Razzleberry Marker.

Misc: Popdots, Rich Razzleberry Satin Ribbon, 5/8" Black Grosgrain Ribbon, 1/2, 1 1/4 and 1 1/2" Circle Punches, Scallop Punch, Lrg Oval Punch, Wide Oval Punch, Oval Scallop Punch, Photo Corners Punch, Lrg Bat Punch, MS Drippy Goo Punch, Black Hemp, Paper Piercer and White Gel Pen

That's it from me today. Have a wonderful Sunday. Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Bells & Boughs Candle

2010-09-19T17:42:00.002-05:00

Good evening everyone! Hope you had a great weekend as it winds down and gettin ready for another work week. Another warm day here in SW MO, as Vicki told me this morning, FALL hasn't told SUMMER it was time to leave. Since summer isn't offically over yet, guess fall will have to wait a few more days.

Today, I'm sharing a candle that I made using Bells & Boughs from the Holiday Mini, some tissue paper, Real Red, Old Olive and Daffodil Delight markers and my heat gun. To make the bow and ribbon around the candle, I used Gold Waffle Paper. After I put the candle inside the glass bowl, I put some Frosty Decortive Snow in it. This would make a great centerpiece and a gift for your gift giving. I hope you like it!

That's all from me today, THANKS so much for stopping by. Happy Stampin!!

Lois

Halloween Candy Wrappers

2010-09-14T13:45:00.004-05:00

Hi everyone! No, I haven't fallen off the face of the earth yet...LOL Hope ya'll are having a great week. I'm happy to report that my sisterinlaw is out of the hospital and doing well at home. About 2 weeks ago, my mom fell and broke her hip! So I was on the run again. I'm very happy to report, she is doing very well. I take her to her PT sessions and she is just doing so good. Me? HA all I want is SLEEP!!! at least something past 7:30 AM, my one doggie thinks we should be up to see the sunrise....NOT ME!!! LOL Anyways, I am finally getting some time to stamp and create!!

Today, I'm sharing 3 Candy Wrappers I made using the new Candy Wrapper Die from the Holiday Mini. So fun to make, that is AFTER you figure out how to do the ends. There is a trick to them, I'll tell ya!!! I found a video that showed how to have perfect success with the ends. Now can't stop making them...LOL isn't that the way it always goes.

Materials for this project are:

SU Candy Wrappers Die, Cardstock: Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Basic Black, Wicked Fun Specialty DSP, Wicked Cool Clear Stamp Set, 1/4" Basic Black and Old Olive Grograin Ribbon, 1/2" Raven Lace Trim, Popdots, Circle Punches, Scallop Oval xl Punch and MS Small Bat Punch.

That's it for today. Have a great week. THANKS so much for stoppin bye. Would love to hear your comments on my project today. Happy Stampin!!!

Lois

Happy B*Day

2010-08-25T12:40:00.002-05:00

Good Afternoon stampers. I know it's been awhile since I've posted anything....sorry! I've been busy....as some of you know, my sister-in-law has been in the hospital on life supports. I am happy to report that she is doing fine...she has been transfered from the hospital to rehab. So my trips to Ark. have been considerably less. And I have been working feverishly on a swap for demos. I had to make 29! Finally got them done and they are mailed. Not to mention also, hubby is home! But I'm hoping ya'll are having a great Wednesday. It's a beautiful day here. Windows and doors are open.....ahhh nothing like good ole fresh air.

Today, I'm sharing a quick card we did at SAS. We started with Basic Black Cardstock followed by Whisper White. We stamped the image with Black Stazon. And then matted that on Black c/s. Add a Black Grosgrain ribbon. We did use a MS punch (shhhh, most of my girls have this punch anyways). Added a strip of Black c/s and it's done. The inside is done just like the outside, minus the senitment.

That's it for today. Hope you have a great day. THANKS so much for stoppin by. If you are on my blog lists, I promise I will get around to your blogs this weekend. I haven't forgotten, just been busy.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Christmas in August

2010-08-07T12:17:00.003-05:00

Good afternoon everyone! Hope ya'll are having a great Saturday. It's yet another HOT day here in SW MO. I'm so looking forward to fall. I just can't hardly stand the heat as I get older.

Todays card is a simple Christmas card that I'll use in one of my SAS. I started out with a piece of Cherry Cobbler (love that color), then some Old Olive and a piece of Jolly Holiday DSP. Using the Top Note Die, I cut a piece of Cherry Cobbler and Very Vanilla (folded). I cut the edges off the Very Vanilla and layered onto the Cherry Cobbler. I sponged Cherry Cobbler on the Very Vanilla edges. Stamped the tree in Old Olive from Holiday Happiness, then using my stampamajig, stamped the ornaments in Daffodile Delight and Cherry Cobbler. I didn't like the way the star looked at the top of the tree just stamped, so I punched a star from Daffodile Delight cardstock and popped it up with a pop dot. Added some bling and ribbon/bow made with the bow easy. For the inside, I stamped "Happy Holidays" from Holiday Happiness in Cherry Cobbler. I really love the way the card opens up with the top note folded. What do ya think?

That's it for today. Have a great weekend, and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Life Happens

2010-08-05T14:08:00.002-05:00

Good rainy day! We got some much needed rain here in SW MO, unfortunally, it hasn't lasted very long. It's still a gloomy day out and very humid now. Hope you are having a great Wednesday.

Today I'm sharing an "almost" case that was posted on Stampin Connection by Jenn, her blog is http://justforyoubyjenn.blogspot.com/2010/07/just-note-from-aviary.html . I just loved this card and knew I had to try one. This card is a "Z fold", very easy to do. Cut your cardstock at 5.5 x 11 then score at 4" and 6 3/4". I did change up the colors a bit and used a different sentiment than Jenn did. The card folded up is a 5 1/2 x 5 1/2.

Card details are:
Stamp Sets: Aviary and Full of Live
Cardstock: Whisper White and Basic Black
Ink: Marina Blue, Daffodil Delight, Concord Crush, Poppy Parade and Black Stazon
Misc: Stampamajig

That's it from me today. Have a great day. And THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

P.S. I just now realized that I didn't put any "BLING" on my card...I am going to add some to the top of the bird cage. GRRRR!!! Hate it when I forget something as important as "BLING"....LOL

A Note of Thanks

2010-08-02T13:20:00.002-05:00

Good Monday afternoon stampers. Hope your Monday is going well. It's so hot here in SW MO, I am not even going out of the house. Even the puppies don't want to go outside. Now that's HOT!! because they love it outside. Stay cool wherever you are!

Today, I'm sharing a card I made for a thank you. I needed a quick one, and this just fit the bill.
I saw some like this over at Stampin Connection...I just changed the colors. Very simple, but yet very nice way to say "thanks".

Details:
Stamp Set~~Thank You Kindly
Cardstock~~Peach Parfait, Garden Green, Whisper White and Sunny Garden DSP
Ink~~Peach Parfait
Misc~~Brad, 5 Petal Flower Punch, Scallop Trim Border and Pop-Dots

That's it for today...have a great Monday. Stay safe and cool. Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Owl Keyring/Note Holder

2010-08-01T14:09:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone!!! Sorry I've been away so long. Several things have been happening at my house. First, I had wrist surgery, then went on a 1 week vacation to Branson, then had my SU Open House, then left for a 6 day scrapbooking retreat....then hubby was home...then got a call that my sister-in-law was on life supports in Arkansas, so I've been gone again. And now I'm totally exhausted. Hope ya'll are having a great Sunday! Can't believe it's actually the 1st of August. Where has the time gone? It's so HOT here! Can't wait for fall....when the temps are actually a little cooler, I hope!!!

Today, I'm sharing something I made a week or so ago...can't really remember when. I found this over at Becky Roberts blog http://inkingidaho.blogspot.com/2010/07/owl-punch-post-it-notes.html I just love Becky Roberts blog.

Details: No stamps....Cardstock...Chocolate Chip, Temping Turquoise, Crumb Cake, Whisper White and Tropical Oasis....Misc..Ribbon, Key Ring, Owl Punch, Wide Oval Punch and Post it Notes

That's it for today...have a great Sunday! Keep cool!!!! Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin,

Lois

Hello from KS!

2010-07-14T20:14:00.004-05:00

Hi everyone. I've been in KS since last Saturday. Having a blast with 11 very special girlfriends. We meet up once a year for a scrappin retreat. Our time here is almost over. We will be departing to our homes tomorrow. Some gals traveled by air, some by land...but we will be forever linked with our hearts. We have ate,laughed, shopped, chatted, scrapped, played games and just had some good old fashion fun.

This picture I'm sharing is one of the games we played. You were handed an envelope with a name on it. Inside, was a "naked" paper doll from the Cricut "Paper Doll" carts. We were to dress them the way we interput/or saw the person. Anyways, you get the picture. Well, my room mate and best girlfriend, Barbi from Ca. had gotten my name. And this is how she saw me. Now I'm not sure, but I can say for sure, I DID NOT have a hula skirt on nor did I have a drink in my hand (unless it's dt pepsi). But, all in all, we had a blast! And I love my paper doll! Hope you get a giggle out of it as I did. Love ya Barbi!! See you all next year!!

This is it for now. I'll be back home tomorrow. I'll be back to posting and commenting this weekend. Have a great evening!

Your Friend,

Lois

Ice Cream Shoppe

2010-06-18T18:29:00.003-05:00

It's FRIDAY! And I haven't posted all week, what's up with that? LOL I have no idea where the week has gone. Hope you had a great week and have an awesome weekend.

Todays card, I "case'd" from Dawn Olchefske http://www.dostamping.typepad.com/ , Dawn has some great inspriation and easy to follow videos. I just love this card. Not sure what I'll do for the "cone" after July 1...sadly Creamy Carmel is retiring, and it is the best color for the "cone". Any suggestions?

Card detals.....4 1/4 x 5 1/2
Stamp Set~~Sweet Scoops (Summer Mini)
Card Stock~~Pretty in Pink, Pink Pirouette, Soft Suede, Whisper White
Ink~~Pretty in Pink, Pink Pirouette and Soft Suede
Misc~~Word Window Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, Dazzling Diamonds, White Organza Ribbon, Pop Dots, Stampamajig, Score Board and Glue Pen

That's it for tonight. Have a wonderful weekend. THANKS so much for stoppin by. I love all your comments.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

4 You Treat Holder

2010-06-13T15:23:00.003-05:00

Happy Sunday everyone. Hope you are having a great day. It's another HOT one here in SW MO. I hope we get a little rain to cool us off, but then have to have the humitidy..not sure if the rain is worth it. So if you are planning outside activites, drink lots of water and stay cool.

Last night, my awesome friend Vicki was out to my place, and we made a purse for 3x3 cards and we just loved them. We were making another one, and boy did we mess up from Wendy's tutorial , but ended up with out having handles. So Vicki said, these would be great with little candies in them instead of 3x3 cards. I also thought of gift cards or even Trident Gum would fit.
So the possiblies to fill these are just endless. You can find Wendy's tutorial on her blog
http://gotrubberwillstamp.blogspot.com/.

So today's share is one that I made this afternoon while watching the Michigan NASCAR race.
Hope you like it, cause I love it. I can see more of these in my future for craft fairs etc.

Details....
Stamp Sets~~Itty Bitty Backgrounds and Tiny Tags
Cardstock~~Black and White
Ink~~Black Stazon
Misc~~Flower Folds Bigz Die, Tiny Tag Punch, Textured Embossing Folder, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Pop Dots DMC string and some Black 1/2 Pearl Stickers

That's it for today....have a great Sunday evening. THANKS so much for stoppin by.
Let's all remember the people in the AR Floods this past week, that were swept away and their familes, in our prayers.

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Because I Care

2010-06-10T14:40:00.003-05:00

Afternoon everyone! Happy Thursday...one more day til the weekend. Hope you have some great plans for the weekend. Me? well, I'm gonna play with new goodies IF I can stop drooling over my new catty. Isn't it the most awesome catty we've had for awhile? I think so!!! I just can't stop lookin at it and making a list, then making another list, and my lists are making lists now, LOL. Can't wait for July 1 to get here, so I can mark off some of my lists.

The New Colors to the Color Collections are so rich and lusious. The In Colors are just so pretty. Not sure which ones I like the best, but the New Colors are winning out I think. I know, I didn't use any new colors for this card...why? because I forgot I have them!! I will make something this weekend using the new colors.

Anyhow, todays card share was made with one of the Hostess Level 1 sets that SU so graciously sent to demos free when they got a "bundle" of the new collections. SU made a few mistakes and this was their way of saying "we're sorry". It's a really nice hostess set.

Details...4.25x5.50 card

Stamp Set~~Because I Care

Cardstock~~White and Regal Rose

Ink~~Old Olive and Regal Rose Markers

Misc~~Score Board, Pop Dots and 1/2 Pearl Stickers

That's it for today. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Happy Stampin!

Lois

MDS-Birthday

2010-06-08T17:07:00.003-05:00

Happy Tuesday everyone! Just one more day....I get my SU preorder goodies, and I can't wait...I'm just giddy with excitment to get that new catty. Hope you are having a great day. Looks like we have Tornado Watches tonight. AHHH let'er blow is my theory. I'm sure it's probably nothing, just the temps are up there and it's just probably a precautionary measure more than anything.

Today, I'm sharing another set of cards (4.25x5.50, 4x4, and 3.x3) that I made using the Summer Splendor DSP on my MDS. I just can't get enough of these cards, so easy to do and so nice to mail out...flat! no extra postage.

Anyways, for these I used, Dusty Durango for the card bases and Crushed Curry to matt the printed DSP on Whisper White. Dusty Durango was used to stamp the sentiments from "On Your Birthday". A matt of Crushed Curry and Whisper White was also used on the inside of the cards.

That's it for today. THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great Tuesday evening.

Until tomorrow...........

Happy Stampin,
Lois

MDS-Thanks

2010-06-07T20:42:00.005-05:00

Good evening ladies and gents (if there are any). Hope you had a great Monday. We had rain here in the SW MO area. Nice welcome relief from the 90+ temps we have been having. It's not to humid, which is a good thing. I'm sure we'll get the "humid" thing soon enough.

Tonight, I'm sharing 3 cards (4.25x5.50, 4x4 and 3x3) that I made using the MDS download of Summer Slendor. If you don't have the MDS (My Digital Studio) run, don't walk to your nearest demostrator and get your copy ASAP, then purchase the Summer Slendor DSP $4.95 (not in the new catty) and make some awesome cards. I'm sure your demostrator will assit you with making these beauties. I'll be posting more through out this week.

I printed the desired "DSP" on Whisper White Cardstock. Layered all of them on Soft Suede and mounted onto Kraft aka: Crumb Cake (after July 1). Then I used Soft Suede Cl Ink and stamped using the Thank You Kindly stamp set. I finished off the inside with a layer of Whisper White and Soft Suede. And you are done.

That's it for tonight, until tomorrow.....THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening.

Happy Stampin!
Lois

Island Oasis Project

2010-06-06T11:09:00.004-05:00

Good Morning everyone! Hope your Sunday is going well so far.

Today, I'm sharing a project I made a week ago. I know, I should of shared it then. But I've been busy with hubby home more than he has before. Anyways, it's a "almost" complete "case" from Gretchen Barron. I changed up the basket from the way she had done hers. So I hope you like my changes.

Project details....

Stamp Set~~Great Friend

Cardstock~~Tangerine Tango, Rose Red, Tempting Turquoise, Old Olive, So Saffron and Island Oasis DSP

Ink~~Black Stazon, Tempting Turquoise and Tangerine Tango

Misc~~Ribbon, Button, Linen Thread, Island Floral Die, Round Tab Punch, Small and Large Oval Punches, Scallop Circle, 5-Petal Flower Punch, Circle Punches, Paper Piercer, Baskets and Blooms Die, Popdots,Textured Impressions Embossing Folder and Scallop Circle Die.

That's it for today. Have a wonderful Sunday. THANKS so much for stoppin by. Happy Stampin!

Your SU friend,

Lois

MTSC75 For You

2010-05-28T17:30:00.005-05:00

Happy Friday everyone! Hope you have some fun plans for the holiday weekend. Remember no matter what you do, just do it safe! Gonna have a cook out with my awesome friend Vicki and just found out that my hubby will be home for a couple of days too. Vicki and I will stamp or something, and hubby will watch tv and work on his boat.

Todays card is for Mercys Tuesday Sketch #75. Stop by her blog (found on my side bar) and check out her sketches, they are pretty cool.

Details.....
Stamp Set~~Elements of Style
Cardstock~~Pink Passion, White, Pink Pirouette and Afternoon Tea DSP
Ink~~Black Stazon and Pink Passion Craft Ink
Misc~~Chalks, 1/2 Pink Pearl Stickers,1" and 1 1/4" Circle Punches Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Paper Piercer and Matt Pak and Scallop Trim Border

That's it for me today. Have a great weekend. THANKS for stoppin by.

Happy Memorial Day, remember and pray those who have died for our freedom and for those still protecting our freedom. Where would we be today if it weren't for our troops! Tell a soilder "thank you"!

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Candles and Flowers

2010-05-26T09:31:00.002-05:00

Good Morning! Happy Wednesday!! It's gonna be another hot one. From what the weather man said, it's gonna be hot hot hot for the rest of the week! And we'll get "popcorn" showers (rain). We did get a little rain late yesterday afternoon. It cooled off while it rained, then it got hot and humid after it was done. YUCK!!! I hate humidity.

Today I'm sharing another project we made at Stamp Camp. Vicki helped with the box template for the cnadles. Then I revised it some. Thanks Vicki for all your help, you are a master at these boxes.

Details....
Stamp Set~~Sweet Stems (didn't realized it was retired)
Cardstock~~Old Olive, Pink Piroutte and Tea Party DSP
Ink~~Stazon Black, Markers..Old Olive, So Safron, Rose Red (some used Pretty in Pink)
Misc~~Candles, Tissue Paper, Heat Gun, Ribbon, Buttons, DMC Floss , Scallop and Circle Nesties , Large Oval Punch and Popdots

That's it for today....THANKS so much for stoppin by, Have a great day!

Happy Stampin,
Lois

Remember Your Birthday

2010-05-25T13:26:00.003-05:00

Good Afternoon! Boy! is it hot or what!!! I can't stand the heat and humidity...have had my a/c since Saturday morning and don't see anything in sight that I can turn it off. Whewwww! it's hot!!! May is just too early to have on a/c! Oh well, the price we pay to stay cool, calm and collected to stamp!

Today, I'm sharing what we did at Stamp Camp. So fun to make and very easy to do...you can make one too.

Details.....
Stamp Set~~Birthday Block
Cardstock~~Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, White and Cottage Wall DSP
Ink~~Rich Razzleberry
Misc~~Flicker Tea Light, Rich Razzleberry Ribbon, Stampmajig, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Trio Flower Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, MS Fern Punch, CM Scallop Corner Punch, Bow Easy and 1/2 Pearl Stickers.

That's it for today, THANKS so much for stoppin by. Off to stamp some more!

Until tomorrow, your friend,
Lois

Green Birthday Motorcycle

2010-05-20T14:06:00.003-05:00

Good afternoon from cloudy, overcast, cool and wet SW MO! Last night I heard on the news 8 of 12 days we have had RAIN!!!! It's time for some drying out. I think it's suppose to get in the 90's on Saturday...now it will add humidity to the air and I'll have to turn on the a/c. What a difference a day makes.
Hope ya'll are having a great Thursday. Makin plans for the weekend? I have friends coming over to stamp. We always have a great time.

Today, I'm sharing a card that I started a couple of days ago. Yesterday I had a sinus headache and just couldn't look at it to finish it up. But I did finish it this morning. Headache, still lingering.
Anyways, here are the details....

Stamps.....All Holidays and Motorcycle
Cardstock..Always Artichock, Kraft, Watercolor Paper and To The Nines DSP
Ink......Black Stazon, Silver Encore and Always Articoke Watercolor Crayon
Misc....Blender Pen, Designer Label Punch, Impressions Embossing Folder and 1/2 Silver Pearl Stickers (Non-SU)

That's it from me today. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Have a great day!

Happy Stampin!
Lois

Rose Treat Box

2010-05-12T13:52:00.003-05:00

Good afternoon ladies. Hope your Wednesday is going great, almost to the weekend. It's another warm, cloudy and windy day here in SW MO. Possible storms tonight. If you are in any of the storm paths, please stay safe.

Today, I'm sharing a treat box I made a couple weeks ago. Very simple, but yet elegant! The Rose makes it so elegant, I think. But then how "elegant" can you get for a simple box? Well, if you use your SU Polka Dotted folder with the SU Bag with Scallops ( whisper white c/s), you can get pretty "elegant". I added a rose made with the 5 pedal flower punch (Orchid Opulence c/s and the same for the speckles using Itty Bitty Backgrounds) . Use some Old Olive c/s for the leaves with the SU Little Leaves Sizzlet die......Stamp a sentiment with Tiny Tags on Whisper White c/s with Orchid Opulence Cl Ink and attach with some DMC floss .....and there you have it.

That's it for today.......Thanks so much for stopin by today. Have a great evening.

Happy Stampin!!
Lois

Roses and Candles

2010-05-11T17:28:00.003-05:00

Good afternoon ladies. Hope you are having a wonderful Tuesday. It's hot and muggy here in SW MO today. Expecting more storms tonight and every day til the first of the week. Hopefully, we won't get blown away with the winds. We did have some scary moments last night, but all is well. The storm stayed about 10 miles to the north of where I am. We need to keep those effected in the OK City tornados in our prayers.

Today, I'm sharing a box that I made last night with a punch rose on the top. Since the roses are all the rage right now, I just had to jump on the band wagon. I surprised myself that I could actually make/design a box that I wanted for several uses. One being, candles..hence, the title today....Roses and Candles. I wanted something I could put candles in and still use my SU products.

Details~~

Stamp Set.... Tiny Tags

Cardstock.... Rich Razzleberry, Glossy White, Whisper and Cottage Wall DSP

Ink............... Rich Razzleberry

Misc............. Ornament Punch, Sponge, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Jewelry Tag Punch, Retired Organdy Ribbon and DMC Floss

That's it for today. Have a great evening and THANKS so much for stopping by.

Happy Stampin!

Lois

Happy Mother's Day

2010-05-09T15:59:00.004-05:00

Happy Mother's Day! Hope you are having a great day. It's a cloudy, cold day here in SW MO. We are to get some severe weather later today and tomorrow. So I'll be staying in out of the rain.

Todays card is a card I made for my mom. We haven't been on the greatest of terms, but we are working on turning that around. But I'm a little slow in getting her card to her, as I thought Mother's Day was NEXT week. Oh boy! But she understands that I'm usually late with everything.

Details~~~

Stamp Set....All Holidays

Cardstock....Elegant Eggplant, Shimmering White and Very Vanilla

Ink...............Elegant Eggplant and Summer Sun Reinkers and Elegant Eggplant Classic Ink

Misc.............Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon, Top Note Die, Elegant Bouquet Embosing Folder, Brads, Butterfly Punch, Horizontal Slot Punch, Piercing Tool, Popdots and Pearl Stockers Blender Pen.

That's it for today. Have a blessed day. THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Blessings,

Lois

P.S. I used the floating re-inker Techinque on the Pansy. I have found that no matter how hard you try, you can't and won't make 2 Pansies the same.

Thanks

2010-05-04T14:12:00.004-05:00

Hello from SW MO, where we have been blessed with yet another glorious beautiful day. I can only hope we have more days like today. Not too hot and not too cold.

Todays card I'm sharing is one that myself and my awesome friend made a few weeks back and I forgot to post it. We both had input on this card, don't cha love it when things come together so beautiful.

Card deets...Stamp Set~~Elements of Style ....Cardstock~~White and Real Red....Ink~~Markers, Real Read and Old Olive and Black Stazon....Misc~~Real Red Satin Ribbon, Impressions Embossing Folder, Photo Corner Punch

That's it for today, have a wonderful day and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Blessings from Your SU Friend and Demo,

Lois

Stencil Hello

2010-05-03T13:37:00.005-05:00

Good Monday afternoon everyone. Hope you are having a super day so far. It's a beautiful day here in SW MO. We praise God for all the beautiful days he gives us to enjoy. Can't wait to have more days like today. I spent the weekend crafting with friends. OH the fun we what fun we had. Lots of food and laughter. Can't wait til the next weekend when we do it all over again.

Today, I'm sharing one card of a set that I'm doing for a few upcoming craft fairs. I love doing craft fairs, I get to talk to alot of peeps and I've made some very special friendships with those I've met at the craft fairs. One of the gals that was here, found this tutorial on line. I'm not going to link it, because it was on line for one day only, then it dissappeared. :( Sorry!

Card details....this card is 3 1/4 x 5 1/2
Stamp Set~~Teeny TinyWishes
Cardstock~~Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Brushed Silver and White
Ink~~Bashful Blue and Pacfic Point
Misc~~Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punch, Popdots, Ribbon, Stencil, Itty Bitty Punch, Circle Punches, Sponge Dauber and Brad

That's it for today. Thanks so much for stopping by. Remember to keep on stampin, it's good for your soul.

Blessings from your SU Friend,
Lois

Lattice Butterfly

2010-04-30T14:21:00.003-05:00

Good Friday afternoon. Hope you are having a great day. It's Friday! Time for the weekend, and I hope you have some great plans for the weekend. It's been very windy and raining here in SW MO. We need the rain to drown out the pollen in the air. My allergies have really been in an uproar. How do ya like the new look? the new name? Thanks Vicki, you did a great job!! I love it.
Today I'm sharing a card I made last night. My inspriation for this card is from one I saw over at Stampin Connection, can't remember who's it was...I really need to write down names. Unless you are a SU Demo, you probably haven't seen it. Anywho.........

Card deets....this card is a 5 1/4" x 5 1/4"
Stamp Set~~All A Flutter
Cardstock~~White and Elegant Eggplant
Ink~~Markers...Elegant Eggplant and So Saffron (with blender pen)
Misc~~SU Lattice and Scallop Square Dies,Textured Impressions Embossing Folder XL 2-step Bird Punch, Vanilla Satin Ribbon, Popdots and Paper Piercer.

That's it for today. Have a wonderful weekend and THANKS for stoppin by. If you are stoppin by and like my card, kindly leave me a comment. Remember to keep on stampin, it's good for your soul.

Your SU Friend and Demo,
Lois

SSC66 Friend

2010-04-25T18:42:00.000-05:00

Good evening everyone....hope you had a great Sunday. It's been a chilly day here in SW MO. Hope the sun comes out tomorrow. I've stayed in and watched racin all afternoon. Did a little stampin too. Do you know how hard it is to craft when only one hand works well? Let me tell ya, it's slow going. But I did manage to get this card done for Karen's Sweet Sunday Sketch. Go check her blog out for some amazing creations. http://kgiron.blogspot.com/

Card details are~~
Stamp Set~~All Holidays
Ink~~Taken with Teal (soon to be retired)
Cardstock~~Taken with Teal (soon to be retired), White and Old Olive
Misc~~Nesties Circle and Scallope, Pearl stickers, Xlrg Two-step bird punch, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder and Floral Fusion sizzlet die and Pop Dots.

That's it for today. THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great week. Happy Stampin!

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Red, White and Blue...thank you

2010-04-19T16:29:00.000-05:00

Good Afternoon ladies. WOW a ful day here for me. Racin for 8 hrs and then Dancing with the Stars. Haven't left the house all day. Another crisp beautiful day here in SW MO. I hope your weather is warm and sunny.

Today, I'm sharing a card I made yesterday for a friends daughter, whom is graduating AF boot camp the first part of May. I wanted her to know just how much we appreciate her and her fellow troops that we thank them everyday for protecting our freedom. I hope she likes it.

This is the inside.

Card details: I used the Cracked Glass Techinque
Stamps~~Courage and Service & Sacrifice
Cardstock~~Real Red, Night of Navy and Whisper White
Ink~~Versa-Mark, Black Stazon and Night of Navy
Misc.~~Red Grosgrain Ribbon, Star punches, Button, Silver cording, Ultra Thick Embossing Powder, White Embossing Powder, Watercolor Crayons and blender pen.

That's it from me today. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening and a fantastic Tuesday.

Your SU friend,
Lois

MTSC Thinking of You

2010-04-07T15:29:00.000-05:00

Good afternoon ladies. Hope you are all having a great Wednesday. It's another beautiful day here in SW MO. The wind has finally died down, thank you God! The wind has been so fierce.

Today's card is one I did for Mercy's Tuesday Sketch Challenge, go check it out http://lordhavemercy-mercykerin.blogspot.com/. I pulled out my Pacfic Point cardstock, it was a in-color that retired that SU is bringing back in their Color Renovation. I'm so excited about some of the colors they are bring back to life.

Card deets:

Stamp Set: Thankful Thinking

Ink: Pacfic Point and Black Stazon

Misc: SU stencil, EK punch, Nesties, Sponge dauber, Popdots, Sizzix Embossing Folder and 1/2 silver stickers

That's it for today. Have a great evening and THANKS so much for stoppin by.

Your SU Friend and demo,

Lois

Sweet Sunday Sketch 63

2010-04-04T21:06:00.000-05:00

Outside

Inside

Happy Easter everyone! Hope you had a great family day. Pretty quite here at my house, and that's the way I like it on holidays. No hustle and bustle. I did see the Easter bunny this morning about 7 AM. I was letting the dogs out and the neighbor guy has his Easter basket filled with eggs and was hiding them for his little ones. It was so funny to see a grown man with a basket of eggs. I'm sure his little ones had a blast finding them.

Todays card I'm sharing..that is for the Sweet Sunday Sketch, over at Karens blog http://kgiron.blogspot.com/. I'm going to try really hard to do a different challenge everyday. Vicki, my great freind is going to keep on me til I do a challenge everyday. So stay tuned....LOL

Recipe for card....card is a 5x5 card

Stamp Set: SU Awash with Flowers and Bird on a Branch

Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White, Orchid Opulence and Cottage Wall DSP

Ink: Stazon Black, Rich Razzleberry, Orchid Opulence and Old Olive

Misc: Rich Razzleberry Ribbon, MS Double Loop border punch, Piercing Tool, Popdots, Bow~Easy, Blender Pen, Nesties Circle and Scalloped Circle and SU Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder.

That's it for tonight. Have a great Monday. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Happy Stampin!!!

Your SU Friend,

Lois

Easter Tulips

2010-03-23T11:18:00.001-05:00

Good morning ladies. It's Tuesday and the sun is shining in SW MO, God is good! Maybe spring is here. Hope ya'll are having a great Tuesday.

Todays card is one that Vicki had posted over at her blog. After stamp camp a couple of weeks ago, she brought a "shoebox swap" to share with me and Debbie. Debbie and I were both delighted to be able to make "tulips". How fun are they!!! I loved the card so much I made a couple more for my COTM (Card of the Month) on my yahoo groups. I hope they both love the card as I hope you do also. Thank you Vicki for sharing and instructing us on this super cute card.

Materials used~~
Stamp Set: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Cardstock: Pretty in Pink, White, So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Almost Amethyst, Tea Party DSP
Ink: Black Stazon
Misc: Circle and Scallop Circle Nesties, Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Scallop Trim Border Punch and Ex-Lrg 2-Step Bird Punch, Piercer and mat and popdots and last but not least Taffeta Ribbon

That's it for today, have a great day and thanks so much for stoppin by.

Your SU Friend and Demo,
Lois

Friend

2010-03-22T14:36:00.001-05:00

Good afernoon ladies. Hope your weekend went well. Here in SW MO we had a snow storm on Friday nite into Saturday...some say we got 6" and some same we got 8" of snow. Well I don't know for sure how much we got other than ALOT and add to the mix was sleet and rain. So yesterday and today, it's melting....and melting means a mess!! MUD!!! So now I'll pray for warm days to dry up the ground. Til then, I'll have to give my furbabies a bath every nite. We call then the "mud pups" in this kind of weather.

Todays card I'm sharing is one we did at SAS a couple of weeks ago. I found this card over at Stampin Connection and just loved it. Everyone who attended had a great time.

Card details:

Stamp Set: With All My Heart
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Sending Love Specialty Paper
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Misc: Pretty in Pink Corduroy Brad, Scallop Trim Border Punch and Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon

That's it for today, THANKS for stoppin by. Have a great day and remember to keep on stampin, it's good for your soul.

Your SU Friend,

Lois

Pretty in Pink Birthday

2010-03-18T12:30:00.000-05:00

Good afternoon ladies. Hope your Thursday is going well. It's a sunny chilly day here in SW MO, but it's better than a rainy day!

Today, I'm sharing a card I did for a good friends granddaughter. It's her 1st birthday!!!

Card deets:

Stamp Set: Fox & Friends
Cardstock: White and Pretty in Pink
Ink: Pretty in Pink
Misc: Ribbon, Circle punches, Border Scallop Trim Punch, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder and Cricut.

That's it for today, Thanks so much for stoppin by. Have a great Thursday.

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Metallic Cross

2010-03-17T14:49:00.000-05:00

Happy Wednesday everyone! Hope your day is going well.

Todays card I'm sharing, is one I have seen over at SCS, now I can't find it again...sorry, but when I do, I'll post the link to the orginal poster. I've stepped out of my SU boundaries with this card. Ooopsss!! LOL Sometimes a girl just has to do that! This card can be used for Easter, Communion or Sympathy.

Card materials used: This is a 5 1/2 x 5 1/2" card

Cardstock: PTI Vintage Cream, Sky Shimmer

Misc: MS Corner and border Punch,Sticky Pearl, Nesties Fleur De Lis and Cross Collection

That's it for today, THANKS so much for stoppin by. Have a great evening.

Your SU Friend,

Lois

Happy Easter

2010-03-14T12:37:00.001-05:00

Good Sunday afternoon. Hope ya'll had a great weekend so far. WOW Daylightsaving time again. Did ya'll turn ahead your clocks? It's a chilly day so far here in SW MO. One day summer will show up! Soon I hope!!

Todays card that I'm sharing is one that we did at SAS yesterday. We had a great time. The card is a 5x5 card.

Card deets:
Stamp Set: Chocolate Bunny and Well Scripted
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Certainly Celery, Pretty in Pink, So Saffron, Lavendar Lace and White
Ink: Versa Mark, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
Misc: Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Clear EP, Ribbon and Popdots

That's it for today, have a great Sunday. Thanks so much for stoppin by.

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Butterfiles and Flowers

2010-03-08T19:09:00.000-06:00

Good Wednesday morning ladies. Hope you are having a great Wednesday so far. The birds and chirpin, the sun is shining...oh what a beautiful day it will be in SW MO.

Today, I'm sharing a card that we'll be making for SAS. Hope you like it. I call it clean and simple.

Materials used:
Stamp Set: All Holidays
Cardstock: White , Orchid Opulence and Cottage Wall DSP
Ink: Orchid Opulence and Rich Razzleberry
Misc: Beautiful Wings Embossilits Die, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder and some silver 1/2 stickers

That's it for today. Have a great day and thanks so much for stoppin by. Happy Stampin!

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Friend

2010-03-07T16:50:00.000-06:00

Good Sunday evening. Hope ya'll had a great weekend. It's been so nice here in SW MO, I think spring is here. And speaking of spring, how do you like the look of my blog? Thanks to Vicki for helping me change it.

Todays, card I'm sharing is one for SAS. If you haven't signed up to attend, be sure to do that by Tuesday March 9th.

Materials used:

Stamp Set: With All My Heart
Ink: Chocolate Chip Craft and Pretty in Pink Classic
Cardstock: Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip and Sending Love DSP
Misc: Xlarge Flower Punch, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon,
Pretty in Pink Corduroy Brad and paper piercer and matt

That's it for today...THANKS for stoppin by. Hope your Monday is super terrific. Remember to keep on stampin, it's good for your soul.

Your SU Freind,
Lois

Felt Flowers Birthday

2010-03-03T09:20:00.000-06:00

Good morning ladies. Hope your Wednesday is going well. Looks like another nice day here in SW MO, they are talking 60's for the weekend. Can't wait for those temps! Spring is around the corner.

Today, I'm sharing a card I made a couple of days ago, very simple, the sentiment can b e changed to whatever would fit your need. I'm so in love with the Sweet Pea Felt Flowers that SU put in the Occasional Mini this time. Just can't get enough of them.

Card materials used:

Stamp Set: Well Scripted (Occasional Mini)

Ink: Rose Red

Misc: Wide Oval Punch, Top Note die, Ribbon, CB Folder, Sweet Pea Felt Flowers and Popdots.

That's it for today, thanks so much for stoppin by, have a great day and Happy Stampin!

Your SU Friend,

Lois

Crinkled Circle Flowers

2010-03-01T11:13:00.000-06:00

Good morning ladies. WOW! It's been awhile since I've posted. I'll be back posting more in the days to come. I've got alot that I want to share with you. Hope your week has started out well.
Did you watch the Olympics? I sure did, what fun. I think this is the very first time ever that I've watched everyday/night. So much going on in the world today, Earthquakes, Tsunami's, Snow Storms in the East...and more storms to come. March came in like a "lamb" here in SW MO. So you know what that means....out like a "lion", which is pretty normal that we have ice storms in March. So if you are in any of the effected areas of bad weather and such, stay safe.

On to todays card...I found this one over at Stampin Connection (SU demos only), wow is that place loaded with ideas and information. So I can't link to the orginal poster, but I just love this card. Well, I have a love/hate for this card actually. I love the card design, but I don't like how I've got my crinkled flowers placed. I did change up the ribbon and the leaves from what the orginal creator had.

Materials for this project:

Inspired by Nature Stamp Set

Pretty in Pink Cardstock
Chocolate Chip Cardstock
Whisper White Cardstock
Old Olive Cardstock
Sweet Pea Designer Paper Stack

Old Olive Ink

Brads
Tafetta Ribbon
MS Fern Leaf Punch
SU Scalloped Edge Punch
Various Circle Punches
and the Top Note Die

That's it for today, thanks so much for stoppin by. Have a great day...remember to keep on stampin, it's good for your soul.

Your SU friend,
Lois

Cupcakes, anyone?

2010-02-09T21:22:00.000-06:00

Evening ladies, I almost forgot that I had promised I would put up something yummy. Hope your Tuesday has been great so far. It's "spit" snow here most of the day, but nothing of great inches. But it's bitterly cold out. And oh the wind just right through a person. Stayin in as much as possible.

Tonight, I'm sharing "cupcakes". I first saw these over at SCS, and thought they were just too cute and what a great and unique idea for a giftcard giving. You can't see it, but the giftcard is connected to a clip under the "cherry". All you need is some pattern paper, syrofoam ball, lightweight cardboard, lace, a little glitter and paint and a glue gun. We will be making these at Stamp Camp this weekend. I hope everyone loves them.

That's it for tonight. Ya'll have a great day Wednesday, be safe if you are traveling. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Leave me a comment, as always, love to read what ya think of my "stuff".

Your SU Friend,

Lois

Flocked Bird

2010-02-07T15:47:00.000-06:00

Happy Super Bowl Sunday afternoon. I bet ya'll are gettin the yummy food ready for your guys! Me, I'm not fixin anything, I will watch the game though. Not sure whom I want to win, we'll see about that later with dh. We usually put a small bet on football games. And I usually win, and he never pays up! Not sure what is up with that. Also sitting here waiting for our snow! We are under a winter storm warning until Tues 6 AM, refrid is stocked, so I won't have to get out unless we lost power, then I'd have to go somewhere to stay warm.

Todays card I'm sharing is one we did at SAS, I didn't put a sentiment on it as of yet. Some of the girls used a Valentiney one. I may do the same and give to one of my yahoo group gals. Anyways, I started out with Whisper White c/s and embossed Real Red with SU's Finial Press Embossing folder and cut just part of it for the top and bottom of the card. I also used some Red and White Flocked Paper from Christmas Cocoa DSP in the Holiday Mini. Also used some for the birds wing. The bird is punched from the XL Bird punch (current mini) in Real Red c/s. Used some Old Olive and punched the top edge with the Scallop Trim Punch (SAB) and for the branch.
Last but not least used the bow easy to make the bow with white taffeta ribbon.

Thanks for stoppin by today. I'll have a "yummy" post tomorrow. Can't wait to share it with you. Keep on stampin, it's good for your soul. Happy Stampin and until tomorrow......................be safe!

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Brocade Friends

2010-02-03T22:55:00.000-06:00

Boy, I'm gettin later and later posting my stuff. Hope ya had a great Wednesday. This is going to be short and sweet.....

Another card from stamp camp. Started out with Brocade Blue, followed by Whisper White, used the Scallop Trim Border and the Scallop Corner punch. Then stamped the border in Brocade Blue from Vintage Vogue Clear Stamps. Used Nesties to cut an oval from Brocade Blue and Bride Speciality Papers. Stamped the F (friends) in Brocade Blue and cut out and popped up.
Aslo stamped the left top corner in Brocade Blue. Tied it all up with a satin ribbon bow made with the bow easy. And final touches with some 1/2 pearl stickers.

That's it for tonight, have a great Thursday. Thanks so much for stoppin by, leave a comment if you would, I love to hear what you think about my cards. Happy Stampin!

Your SU Friend,
Lois

Congratulations

2010-02-01T15:08:00.000-06:00

Good afternoon ladies, it's been awhile since I posted something. Been a little crazy here, I had that fall, then dh had a semi wreck, he's fine, but his truck is getting worked on before he can leave out again. And I've been busy getting ready for stamp camp and then the snow storm...well you know how it goes, the list can go on forever. Anyhow.............I've seen many of these type cards over at SCS, so I just did my verison of many of them.

Todays, card I'm sharing is one that we did at stamp camp yesterday. Started out with white cardstock, then layered basic black, then white that had been run thru the dots folder. Cut 2 squares in black and white to matt, used white cardstock that had been run thru the dots folder then put into the ex lrg bird punch (mini). The sentiment was stamped in black stazon on white cardstock and matted on black. Used real red cardstock for the heart using our new small heart punch (mini). Added some ribbon and 1/2 pearl stickers. Great card for an anniversary or wedding.

That's it for today, hope you have a great Monday evening and Tuesday. Thanks so much for stoppin by. Happy Stampin!!

Your SU friend,
Lois

Fabric Flowers

2010-01-14T14:34:00.000-06:00

Good Afternoon ladies. Hope your Thursday is going smoothly. It's a heat wave here in SW MO 52 degrees. Snow is gone except in the shaded areas. Now we are going to have rain today and tomorrow. So far haven't seen any rain. Hope your weather is co-operating too.

Today I'm showing you a couple of fabric flowers I made using SU Flower Folds die, fabric scraps, glue gun and a button. I'm putting a pin/clasp on the back so that they can be attacted to your coat or whatever you want. Very simple to make. Nothing to them really. I used the scraps of fabric I had left over from a couple of purses. Get your die out and try one, you'll love the results...I do!

That's it for today. Have a great evening. And THANKS so much for stoppin by. Happy Craftin!!

Your SU Friend,

Lois