by Susan Itell | Nov 5, 2013 | Love, Masculine |
I feel bad that I have not been showcasing and making cards for my wonderful hubby so this is for him! He has been such a trooper through his whole injury etc…
Today is his 1st day of Physical Therapy at the doctors! He has been doing PT here at the house 3 X's a week but today he is getting to go to the "real office" and he is excited to get his legs rolling!
This truly is a card that is MUCH better in person as the photos do not do it justice what so ever! Another bummer for me is…I left my I Phone in a friends car and this shows me….how well they take pictures…this is a great masculine card!
Here is a quick run down! I wanted to use the Regals Core'dinations Paper in the Cajun Craze Color! Love this paper as you can sand it (like I did here) or it is great to tear it….it is just fun and a different twist!
Running it through the Big Shot with the Houndstooth Embossing Folder was the start of this wow for the card! Next, I used the Sanding Block to let some magic and a rustic yet modern feel to the card come to life!
The sentiment came from the super fun and I think over looked Stamp Set, Spread the Joy! It is fun set and can make some really "heartfelt" cards! I loved the movie The Bucket List and I thought this would be a great sentment for John!
I have had many emails about "fussy cutting" and the best tip I can give you is…don't try to be perfect with your cuts….just roll with it and let the scissors do the work! I always use the paper snips and I think they are the best little scissors out there!
Matting them on Midnight Muse, I cut them again and then used the "ends" of stampin dimensionals to make them get a lift up! To balance the card I simply added some regal candy dots…a perfect and quick touch!
The envelope was a quick run through with the Envelope Liner Framelit using the Regals Designer Series Paper Stack, a must have to make your projects have that perfect finishing touch!
Do you have a "Bucket List"?
This is something that I think of often as there are many accomplishments that I still want to do…and the funny thing is – most of them are very, very simple…just some goals that I have!!!
Have a super-duper day and I am still having a tough time with the time change…I know this one is easier but I keep looking at the clock and thinking….what time is it REALLY!!!???!!!
Tomorrow is a Christmas Card as the countdown is going and I know you will love it! Classic, warm and beautiful….please pop back to tomorrow!
Email me if I can be of help to you…..please hit the Shop Now button to order any products from my 24 hour website and the goodies will come to your door!!!
Have a terrific Tuesday and until tomorrow….
by Susan Itell | Nov 4, 2013 | Super Easy |
Here is another card that we will be making on Wednesday for the monthly Breast Cancer fun that I do along with volunteers!!! I need to make them simple, easy to duplicate – but still fun as these volunteers love to have fun!
In my “other “ life with direct sales…I always struggled
with being a perfectionist and then once I finally “let it go” I was a happy
camper! I truthfully found it hard to teach and inspire my customers when I was
not “walkin" the walk”!!!
I adored scrapbooking, (and still do) but in a simple way!
When in doubt – this was a layout that I always did when I just did not know
what to do!!!
The sentiment is from the Feels Good Stamp Set and this has
some wonderful and meaningful sentiments! I simply stamped in Elegant Eggplant
on a piece of Very Vanilla (3” X 2”) and YES – I did use my stamp –a-ma-jig …as
why not?
Giving it a quick mat just 1/8” larger makes the sentiment
stand up to what is next…I feel like I am once again going down “Memory Lane”….
simple take your 1” Square Punch and punch out squares in the colors of Elegant
Eggplant, Always Artichoke and Sahara Sand! we simply have the BEST punches!
Are you wondering how did I come up with this color combo?
Easy- Peasy…it was with Stampin’ Ups! Super great must have tool that in my
opinion is very overlooked! It is the Color Coach and I say….”When in doubt –
pull it out”
As you can see I “fanned” open the color coach to Elegant
Eggplant and then flipped it over to let them tell me the color combo that
would be BINGO-BANGO and yep….it is
You will see that it gives you 2 different ideas…one that it
fun…one that is on the “safe side” I just love that this great company never
ceases to amaze me with making it easy for all of us as we all know – time is
precious!
I can remember seeing the Color Coach in the catalog and
thought…ya-da-ya-da but then really thought – this might help me in a pinch and
it does!!!! I would definitely add this to your “tools” collection, as it is a
timesaver!
That is about it but a tip that I did was use the
Multipurpose Liquid Glue to put the squares right where I want them! I was
going to “pop” them but then decided “less is best” and stuck to adhering them
flat!
Envelope was a cinch with the Envelope Liner Framelit and my main stampin’ man….Mr. Big Shot –
done in a snap with the help of the Regals Designer Series Paper!
Well…how do you like this fun card for Wednesday? It was an “Old
Faithful” for me in my scrapbooking days and I can see that it will once again
be a keeper
I always think of my Mom when I wonder what to do….she would
say…
”Go with what you like…
the classics always have their place…
you can never
go wrong”
Well Mom, once again you were right…I let my heart say “I like it”
and it works!
Let’s get ready for a great week….I hope that this inspired
you!!! What a great Stamp Set!
Until tomorrow…. and please come back as it is a great card
but an even better story!
by Susan Itell | Nov 3, 2013 | Fall Cards, Super Easy |
With
the beginning of a new month…that means for me that it is another opportunity
to do a “feel good” as the 1st Wednesday of every month, myself
along with volunteers come together to make cards for patients that are
undergoing treatment!
I
have many of you ask me about this monthly project and I thought I would share
what I do and perhaps you can get involved in your local community and bring a
smile to ones face!
I
come up with 4 – 6 different cards that are easy for the volunteers to put
together! Most of the people that come do not do Stampin’ Up! (And I truthfully
do not promote my business, as I want it to be a time for them to have fun and
give to others!)
I
make 2 of them and then have the supplies all ready for them to copy them! The
end result is that we make a bunch of cards…share laughter…and walk away in
about an 1 ½ hours with beautiful cards that are sent out to bring “pick me
up’s” to members of our community!
We
make 15 of each design…it is a fun evening that always makes me sleep “happy and fulfilled”
that night!
Let’s
get to this card…simple, classic, minimal product, and just plain beautiful
will do the trick!
The
focal part of this card is just some good old great paper…it is from the super
great Sweater Weather Designer Series Paper and I just adore it….so rich and
comforting!
I
used the Stampin’ Trimmer and simply cut (4) 1 ¼” squares and then using the
Envelope Punch Board, I used the corner rounder one 2 sides of each square! I SOOO MUCH prefer this corner rounder over the punch!
Next,
I matted them onto a 2 ¾” Very Vanilla Square and next came a “peek” of the
Soft Sky …just a “smidge” bigger and then a simple 3” Chocolate Chip
square…BAM!
To
the center of this fun I added a simple Natural Designer Button and threaded a
piece of linen thread (this is the extent of my sewing talent) and using a
couple of glue dots…presto – in place and good to go!
The
stamp set is from the Hostess Stamp Sets and it is called, Express Yourself!
This is a great stamp set and I truly have used this a bunch as the font is
simple and the sentiments are great!
I
will say before I adhered the focal point, I did use the stamp-a-ma-jig and
centered the sentiment! I used Soft Suede as I think it looks better than
chocolate chip…(personal preference!)
How
about getting together some friends and having an event of your own? Are you
thinking that you do not live near me…no worries – I can get you a “hostess
code” and you can get orders of your own and reap the benefits! Email me, and I
will be happy to talk to you about it!
The
envelope was a double whammy as I lined the envelope using the envelope frames
framelits and then I also did a quick stamp with the Magnificent Maple stamp (A
simple MUST HAVE for fall) and then the sentiment once again! For under $10.00 – hit that SHOP NOW Button !!!
I
know that the volunteers are going to love to make this card! They are always
so excited to make cards! Just think of how many different designer series
papers and sentiments you could do with this layout!
This
is what I call is a keeper! Please have fun and case away! I will share with
you another card tomorrow that we will be making on Wednesday night!
Thanks
for popping by my blog today and if you have not subscribed…please do so and
also share my blog with your family and friends!
I
appreciate your time in leaving me comments and I adore when you send me
pictures of your works of art!!! Have a fabulous day and make some Sunday
memories!!!!
Until
tomorrow!
by Susan Itell | Nov 2, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Birthday |
Mrs. Eddy is going to love this super cute box filled with chocolates but more importantly she is going to be "over the top happy" opening up her 85 Birthday cards in honor of her 85th Birthday!
Hopefully you are popping back from yesterday's post….and if not – click here and today will make sense to you!
This was yesterday's card and after I cut out the Top Note Die piece I had an "Ah-ha" moment and knew that this would be a fun gift for the birthday gal!
Before we go further….a quick question for you!?!?
When you make a card or project – do you make just 1 or do you do 2?
I usually do 2 and if I really like it – I'll do more (just in case I need a quick card)…
I knew that I was going to make Mrs. Eddy a 3-D goodie with this stamp set as it is her….she loves convertibles….love gifts and giving to others and when I make these boxes I always make 2….why? – Easy-peasy as a sheet of paper makes (2) of the box part of this project!
I usually try to use up scraps and odd sheets of paper but I was out of big pieces of scraps in Melon Mambo and I decided to cut it out a new fresh sheet and cut it into quarters….well when I did it…and cut the Top Note out….I thought…this piece is perfect for a frame and this is how I came up with the outside part for her "cake" card!
Can you see that I took the frame…put it on top of the white card stock…did a quick trace with a pencil of the outline and the card came to life! A pencil and a ruler are 2 peanut butter and jelly tools for card making!
Now to the box! I make these ALL THE TIME and not only are they fun to make…they are easy and they will clearly put a smile on any ones face!
Please click here and see a post that I did before showing you exactly how to make it!
Please email me if you need any help or have questions….these are amazing and so simple! I truly LOVE being able to use good old Avery Labels to decorate the chocolates!
The stamp set is the Road to Happiness Stamp Set and it is just pure fun! You can switch our whatever you want in your "back seat" and it will bring a smile to your face!
I always use the water color paper when I use the Aqua Painters and the colors of ink for this fun project are: Melon Mambo,Blushing Bride and So Saffron!
After cutting out the Top Note Die Cut with the Water Color Paper…I simply cut at the perforated lines to make it pop against the Melon Mambo!
I added a bit of bling with the Brights Candy Dots as well as with the Melon Mambo Ribbon that added the extra special touch for my 85 year old friend!
When you see this box of love…are you smiling?
I hope that you pop back to my original post and then put your thinking cap on and make some of these gems!
What candy do I use….nuggets! These are not only super yummy – they come in sooooo many flavors and the labels make it soooo easy….
I am gearing up for Christmas as these make a GREAT HIDING PLACE for a gift card! Who in the heck would not love a box of chocolates to find a gift card at the bottom!!!!
Please let me know what you think of today's fun! Please keep the wonderful Mrs. Eddy in your thoughts as she truly is one of a kind and a true joy!
Please pop back tomorrow as I have a super easy-peasy card that I think is bingo-bango!!!!
This coming week is my monthly Breast Cancer Card making evening and tomorrow's post is a card we will be making…..a total fun and "feel good" evening!
Enjoy the day and until tomorrow!!!!
by Susan Itell | Nov 1, 2013 | Birthday, Super Easy |
Get ready for 2 days of fun…(well I hope that you like the posts as much as I do…) Today I will be showcasing a super fun and festive card for the most adorable 85 year old women that you had ever met!
Her daughter, Connie is probably the best "pick me up person I have ever met" and she is the best daughter to her Mom! I received an email from her yesterday asking if I would send her Mom a card as on Sunday she is having her to her home and "showering her with 85 Birthday Cards"
Now…please stop back tomorrow as tomorrow I will show you part #2 to Mrs. Eddy's Birthday goodies that I sent to her! It's super cute and I know that it will bring a smile to her beautiful face! I am "conserving" as I am using something from today that will be in tomorrow post!
Let's get to it!
It will all come together tomorrow when you see "part #2" but for today – how about this super fun, clean, crisp card!
The Birthday Cake Stamp Set is the center stage of this card and it's a single stamp that is only available in "wood mount" and it is a must have! For $8.95 – how can you go wrong!
Using our super great Stampin' Markers in the colors of Melon Mambo, Blushing Bride, So Saffron and Island Indigo, the magic happened! Simply color the stamp as you would like….give the stamp a good "huff of stampin' love" and presto!
Adding just a simple yet fun bling, the Brights Candy Dots seemed to be a natural fit for this card! These are the best! When I first saw them I noticed that you could use "brads" with them…so naturally I bought a bunch of brads….and I have yet to use them! I love the look without anythink else – what do you think?
This is a short post as once you see tomorrow's – it will make sense as to why I did this card!
The envelope was a cinch and super easy! Remember…..many times I pick the paper of the liner first when I sit down to make a card…and then work my card around the liner I chose! This is exactly what I did today!
The paper is from the Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper and it is nothing short than just clean FUN! I have said this before and here you go again…polka dots make me smile…! Fun, FUN colors!
Please pop back for part #2 to Mrs. Eddy's Birthday gift from John and I! She is a total hoot and trust me, if you are lucky enough to have a "Connie" in your life…you are one lucky and blessed person!
To me, she is one in a million and even though we do not get to see each other often….when we do – watch out….there's lot's of laughter!
Today is November 1st and you know what that means!!!! Time for a new "Best Of" Stamp set….this is a keeper one, The Best of Snow. Isn't is adorable! You betcha that this gem is coming to my home…remember when you buy 6 of the "Best Of's" you can get one free….click here to see the collection!
I can see some adorable water-coloring cards coming from this stamp set! Woot-woot! Remember that these are only available for a limited time….hit my shop now button and have fun!
Until tomorrow!
