Stamp Studio 606 Sentiments

Learning new things...

...especially when it involves stamping and papercrafting!

On Sunday I ventured to Chicago Land, with a few of the girls in my downline, for an overnight stamp camp and business convention. Some of the projects we made are pictured to the right. The large box on the top shelf is a cupcake kit, so unbelievably cute - you have to see it to believe it! On the bottom shelf, there are 2 desk top note pad holders, a cupcake box, and an animal crackers box. ALL of these projects were designed by my Stampin' Up! Upline, Connie Tumm.

This is just one of the really fun ways we have to learn new things with Stampin' Up! Next week, I head to Utah for the national convention. Can't wait!

Does all this have you thinking "I want to do that", then give me a call and we can talk about you signing up to become a demonstrator too. There is a really good deal (Best Ever) to sign-up for $85 until the end of August.

Messiest Week Ever! But so fun! And more to come.

This week's classes have been so fun, and messy too. I've been trying to work in a "Giftables Class" all year. And finally, last night we made silk scarves. The one at the left is made with Baroque Motifs, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango, and Creamy Caramel. Since the In Colors don't come in Craft Ink, I did use the classic pads (not nearly as gummy), I just won't wash it.

I plan to use the scarf to tie onto my bag at the Stampin' Up! convention, so I know for sure which one is mine. I do have to admit that I love to hear other demos ask "how did you do that?!"

Next Month (Thursday, August 27th) we will be making framed art.

In the Crazy for Card Class, we made 2 cards and a 3-D item; I'll post those projects soon. The 3-D item is the die-cut Scallop Bags, stamped with glue and glittered. Lots of purple glitter!

Tonight is the first Friday Night Girl's Club in the new format. Through the years this club has evolved a few times, and now we are changing to add templates. My hope is that it will help everyone learn to use the stamps and paper they have collected. At the same time, we will be building a book of card templates with alternative color palettes. As always, I'll be working in techniques and fun embellishments.

Earlier this year, I added "Kid's Classes" to my schedule, and so far we have made some really fun projects. Tomorrow we will be making Monogrammed Mini Lunch Boxes, and corner book marks. It too, will be a messy one, when we cover the chipboard letters with Iridescent Ice embossing powder. Ohhhh, sparkly. There have been a couple requests to do "boy projects", (this makes me smile) stay tuned.

Here are some more scarves from last night. I had a blast, and was totally amazed at how each person made it her own. Click on the scarf, to open a larger image.

 

Above: Baroque Motifs, Dian, Wings of Friendship, Simple, Friendship.

2nd Row: Gina, Jeannie, Judy, and Krista

This was my sample. I absolutely love everyone's project. This inspires me to change my signature line to "make it your own!". Thanks ladies!

Hope you can join us next month to make framed art.

Hope Happens.

This card is made from a level 2 hostess set, and the background is a Big Shot texture plate. This background is one of my favorites, and I'm sure I'll use it over and over. The new catalog is now officially available. Have you signed up to be here at the Catalog Kick-off party on July 10th? If not, email me today.

We are also starting new clubs, classes, and Stamps-by-mail. This SBM volume will be based on the "Happy Together" stamp set, Tall Tales dsp, and designer buttons. Please drop me an email or phone call to get the complete details.