I hope this posts ok, I'm still trying to figure out why my blog editor won't work. It's been so frustrating!

Anyway...

I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas. We did! It's been nice having the family hanging around for the last few days, with no-one having to go to work or school. Very relaxing!

I'm working on some classes for the new year. The first one is listed below:

January Cards Class
Date(s): Weds evening, January 5th, 7:00-9:00pm *or* Thursday morning, Jan 6th, 10:00am-Noon
Cost: $18.00

Start out 2011 by building up your stash of cards and spending some time being creative. It's just the thing to chase away those winter blues!! Join us as we make 3 each of 4 different cards for a total of 12 cards! Envelopes are included and everything will be cut and organized, ready for you to stamp embellish and assemble. Please bring your favorite adhesives and scissors with you to class. RSVP as soon as possible to be sure I have a kit ready for you. Thanks!

Christmas Tags & Gift Card Holders Class

Date(s): Wednesday Evening, December 8th from 7:00-9:00pm *OR* Thursday Morning, December 9th, from 10:00am-Noon
Cost: $18

Join us as we make 3 Gift Card Holders (You can substitute candy if you're not into Gift Cards) and One Dozen Christmas Gift Tags (includes holder). Please RSVP to reserve your spot. So far I have the following people attending:

Wednesday: Cyndi G, Barb M, Shirley R, Susan T
Thursday: Olivia

Have a great day!

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

December Cards Class

Sorry for the delay on this information. Blogger has become increasingly frustrating for me to use. I did quite a bit of research on it this morning and it appears that I'm not the only one having problems. For some reason, it would not let me post ANYTHING for days now. I just kept getting a message saying the site was loading, and yet, it never quite finished :( And, I'm sorry for the way this keeps lumping everything together, but I'm not able to edit anything once I get it typed in!

Maybe Santa will bring me a new Blog for Christmas?

Anyway, I want to welcome 2 new Demonstrators to my downline. Andrea West from Truth or Consequences, NM has decided to take the plunge and join Stampin' Up! And, she was so excited about her new venture that she talked her friend, Trenna Hess from Elephant Butte, NM into signing on under her right away! Now that's what friends are for, right?! I just know they're going to do great :) Welcome aboard, Andrea and Trenna!


------------------------December Cards Class-------------------------------
Wednesday Evening, December 1st from 7 to 9 pm
*OR* Thursday Morning, December 2nd from 10am to Noon
Cost: $18 for attendees / $26 for class kit


December's cards are so cute. You'll be able to use them for Holiday Thank You's, Birthdays or actual Christmas Cards. We'll make 3 each of 4 different cards including an adorable Punch-Art Cardinal on a 'snowy' background, the Bleach-Spritz Snowflake card that many of you have admired in my stamp room (it's the Night of Navy card with the snowflakes and rhinestones), a Holiday Cupcake card, and a beautiful sponged silhouette card. Envelopes are included, please bring scissors and adhesive with you. RSVP to hold your spot.


Now, I know that several of you mentioned wanting to come to this class, but I actually only have 3 people signed up so far. They are: Cyndi G, Betsy C, and Tina S. If you're planning to join us, would you please send me an email to make sure I have your kit prepared when you arrive? Thanks so much :)

Have a great day!

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

It's Spectacular - Sale Nov 22-30th!!

Free shipping on online orders of $150 or more and selected items on sale up to 50% off!  (There are some really great products on sale!)  You can place orders online 24/7 through the link below!  I'm going to stock up on Sizzix and Digital Software items myself!

http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/default.aspx?email=terri.meehan%40att.net&phone=(614)+777-9288


Let me know if you have any questions!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

SU! Demonstrator Kits just $87.50!!

Join me as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for just $87.50 through November 30th!  This is a retail value of over $300!  Click on link below for more information or to get started today (My Password is 13006)

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/terrimeehanstamps/startyourownbusiness

Please contact me if you have any questions.  Stampin' Up! has been a huge part of my life for the last 12 years and I'd love to share the opportunity with you :)

Have a great day!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

A la Carte Christmas Cards 2010



Card #1 - Blue- $10 / set (includes Whisper white Envelopes)




Card 1 - Crumb Cake - $10 / set (includes Crumb Cake Envelopes)




Card #1 - Pink $10 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #2 Joy at Christmas $10 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #3 All Spruced Up $12 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)
Alternative phrases are available for this card.




Card #4 Poinsettia Collage $15 / set (includes Crumb Cake Envelopes)
Alternative phrases are available for this card.




Card #5 Season's Greetings $12 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)
Alternative phrases are available for this card.




Card #6 Merry Ornament $12 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #7 Rhinestone Season's Greetings $12 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #8 Rhinestone Peace on Earth $12 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #9 Shimmery Snowflakes $14 / set (includes Whisper White Envelopes)




Card #10 Shimmery Dasher $15 / set (includes Crumb Cake Envelopes)



Class: A La Carte Christmas Cards

Date: Sunday, November 7th from 1:00 to approx. 5:30pm 

Price: Determined by the cards you make, Price per set of 10 is as follows (and just to clarify, that is for 10 of the same card):

• Cards # 1, 2 are $10
• Cards #3, 5, 6, 7 & 8 are $12
• Card #9 is $14
• Cards #4 & 10 are $15

Place: Terri's Home

It's really never too early to be thinking about Christmas is it?  All of the stores have Christmas items in them already, and, while I do think it's a bit early to be purchasing decorations, I don't believe it's too early to make some wonderful, hand-stamped Christmas Cards!  YOU design your class by choosing the cards you want to make. You'll make TEN of each card that you choose, envelopes are included. You can make 10, 20, or 1000, it just depends on how many you want! Bring your own adhesive (and plenty of refills too, it takes a lot of glue to put together this many cards!) and bring your own scissors. All other supplies, fun, laughter, doorprizes and snacks will be included. You can come and go as you please during the times listed. If you have limited time, you can come and stamp all 10, put one together and then take the rest home to finish at your leisure! Payment is due with registration, but no later than Friday, October 29th. After that, I may not have enough supplies on hand and I won't have time to order more.

Email me at terri.meehan@att.net  or call 614-777-9288 to make registration / payment arrangements. Thanks!


Terri :)

Christmas Cards are coming!

Sorry to be away so long.  My mother-in-law passed away a week ago Sunday, surrounded by most of her family.  Things were pretty crazy around here last week, we were the gathering spot each day and night for meals and lots of reminiscing.  It was great to see everyone in the family and get to spend so much time with them, but it's sad that it took the death of someone so important to everyone to make it happen!  She obviously touched a lot of lives and I'm very grateful to her for the family and friends that she gathered around her.  She'll be missed, that's for sure :(

In spite of being creatively challenged lately, I think she must have been looking over my shoulder yesterday.  Cards that I had been struggling with for days suddenly came together and I'm happy to say that I was able to get samples made for all of the cards I'll be offering at my Christmas Card Camp.  The date is Sunday, November 7th, from 1 to approx. 6 pm.  Mark your calendar and save the date.  I've got a class this morning and then I'll be back on here to post pictures from that, and a couple of other classes.

Don't put off telling your loved ones how special they are to you, life is short!

Hugs!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Out of touch for a few days...

Some of you know that my Mother-in-law, Theresa, has struggled with Alzheimer's for the last few years.  Her health has been deteriorating over the last several weeks and she took a turn for the worse yesterday.  We don't expect her to live through the day.  So, it doesn't look like I'll be able to post much for the next few days.  Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers, our biggest hope and wish right now is that she remain peaceful and pain-free right up to the end.  We also have a lot of family members coming in from out of town (California, Florida, New York) and we're praying for safe travels for them (My husband, Tim, is one of 7 children so it's a pretty big family!)

Take care, and give your loved ones an extra hug and kiss today!

Terri :)

Kind Thanks / Cheep Talk

I can't believe I never posted this card!  I love the little POP of color from the Real Red Heart on the side. The Soft Suede Ribbon is no longer available, but here are the rest of the products used on this sweet card:

Stamps: Cheep Talk, Thank You Kindly

Stampin' Write Marker: Soft Suede

Classic Ink Pads:  Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, So Saffron, Soft Suede, Real Red

Cardstocks: Bashful Blue, Soft Suede, So Saffron, Whisper White, Bashful Blue

Other: Soft Suede Dotted Gingham (retired)
Have a great day!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Do my pictures look weird to you?

I don't know what the deal is with my photos lately!  For some reason they're getting chopped off when I go in to view the blog.  Do they look that way to everyone?  They look fine when I put them into the post and I didn't realize they looked different until I went in and looked at my blog without signing on as adminstrator...

If they look weird to you all would you let me know and I'll try to figure out what the problem is, get it fixed, and reload the pictures.  Thanks!

My October Cards Class (see prior post) is almost full!  I only have 4 spaces / kits left.  Please let me know right away if you'd like to join us.  Here are the ladies I have registered so far:

Wednesday Night 7-9:
Barb Miller
Shirley Redfield
Cyndi G
Sue Grey
Brenda C (+ Extra Pumpkin set)
Christina S
Susan T
Kathy C

Thursday Morning 10-Noon:
Marilyn K
Tina Scott
Janet S
Thelma
Sue Stille
Jeri Carmichael
Marilyn M

Have a great day!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

10-4 Good Buddy!

Yes, today's 10/4 and everytime I think about that I'm reminded of a few years during my childhood when my mom and dad were BIG into CB's.  I can't remember what I did last week, but I can still remember our call letters (KCD8739) that we used to identify ourselves on the radio.  And I can remember our CB Handles (names) too:  Dad was Red Apple because he drove a Red Chevy Van, Mom was the Avon Lady (I think you can figure that one out), my brother was Wang Fang (I don't know...), I was Crab Apple (referring both to my ever-so-sunny disposition AND the fact that I was my father's daughter), and my sister was Little Red.  Ha-ha, those were some very interesting years, indeed!

But there I go again, digressing.  I'm sure Wendie's out there shaking her head. Aren't ya, Wendie?!

Today's the day I promised to tell you why YOU should join the Stampin' Up! Family of Demonstrators and sign on with me.  I spent the weekend narrowing it down to my top 10 favorite reasons right now.  Ask me next week and I'll probably have new ones :)  Here they are:

1) 20% (OR MORE) Discount on every order!

2) You stamp anyway, why not do something to help offset your costs? 

3) Through Oct 19th you can get a free Crafter's Tote in the Greenhouse Gala Print (39.95 value)

4) Starter kits are inexpensive and include everything you need to get started at a great discount!

5) 30 % off your first order placed as a demonstrator.

6) Make new friends by sharing something you LOVE!

7) Order from new Mini Catalogs a full month before everyone else can!

8) Travel the country with your friends, fellow demonstrators, for Incentive Trips, Conventions and Regional Seminars!

9) Write off your expenses (travel, supplies, etc.) on your taxes :)  (Sorry, Uncle Sam!)

10) Sign up now and you'll receive a stamp set from the Occasions 2011 Mini Catalog before it's available to everyone else, absolutely free! (I hope to make it back in here to post all the details on this promotion, but just in case I don't, ask me :)

Whew!  That's quite a list and I know I left out lots but I would be so happy to share more information with you.  I pride myself on not being pushy, so I'll give you the information you need to need to make a decision that's right for you.  We have a large group here in the Central Ohio area, we get together a couple of times a quarter -at least- to stamp, have meetings, etc.  And we'd love to have you join us!

Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to get together and talk about this wonderful opportunity!

Thanks!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

'Orange' you glad Mindy shared this with us again?

Another of Mindy's fabulous cards!  Don't the colors just sing of Autumn?

Enjoy,

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Baltimore, MD Regional Swap Card

Well, here it is.  My swap card for the Baltimore, MD Stampin' Up! Regional Seminar.  I made 50 of these to swap with other SU! Demonstrators at the seminar which means that I'll be bringing home 49 brand new, never been seen before card samples for us to drool over.  AND, we're getting the Day of Gratitude stamp set free for attending today.  AND, we're doing Make & Takes with it too.  How much more wonderful can this day get?!

Hope your day is wonderful too!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Ps- Don't forget to sign up for the October Cards Class if you haven't already!  See post from 9/27 for pics and details.

If the SHOE fits...

Well, Mindy has been at it again.  She had a personalized stamp made that reads "If the SHOE fits..." and used it on this adorable card.  It makes me laugh everytime I look at it :)  And her attention to detail is beyond amazing.  I notice something different everytime I look at this card!

Speaking of Mindy, I'm spending the weekend at her place in Virginia (in her new stamp room, no less!) stamping and hanging out with the girls.  We're heading up to a Stampin' Up! Regional Seminar in Baltimore, MD in the morning.  It's just one of many fabulous perks of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  Want to hear about the rest?  Stop in on Monday and I'll share more with you. I hope to post some pictures from our weekend, too.  In the meantime, there will still be posts tomorrow and Sunday (automated since I may not have access to the internet). 

See you next week!

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

French Foliage Thanks Big Time!

More little Thank You cards for my customers.  I love the fun color combination for fall!  And those cute little splotches?  Those are actually a stamp!  How cool is that?!  ;)  Here are the products I used:

Stamps: French Foliage (from the 2010 Holiday Mini Catalog), A Word for You

Classic Ink Pads: Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Elegant Eggplant

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla

Other: Scallop Border Punch


Enjoy!

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Pink & Pretty!

Some little Pink Thank You notes that I put together for some of my wonderful customers.  These use the following products:

Stamps: A to Z, Silhouette Sentiments (Hostess Level 1)
Markers: Pink Pirouette, Pear Pizzazz
Classic Ink Pads: Pink Pirouette, Early Espresso
Cardstock: Pretty in Pink, Early Espresso, Whisper White

Other: Scallop Border Punch, Paper Piercer and Mat, Certainly Celery Ribbons

Have a great day!

Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

Fabulous Fleece Flowers

Wednesday Night's Sizzix club made a cute little bucket decorated with Leaves #2 decor elements die-cuts and then we used the Circles #2 Die and the Leaves #2, Antique Brads, a thread & needle, some hot glue, a pin back and some Polar Fleece to make these sweet little Fleece Flowers!

Aren't they cute?  And so super easy!  Purchase both the Circles #2 and Leaves #2 Dies this month from me for just $31.90 and I'll teach you how to make one of these flowers in a quick little one-on-one class!  Email  or call me to take me up on my offer :)

Isn't this a cute little mushroom pincushion?  Big Thanks go out to Hope Spriggs who not only made them for several of her friends that were attending last weeks class, but sent one along for me too!  I love it :) 

Thanks, Hope!

Have a great day!
Terri :)
phone: 614.777.9288
email: terri.meehan@att.net

October Cards Class

October Cards Class

Date(s): Wednesday Evening, October 6th from 7:00 to 9:00pm

*OR* Thursday Morning, October 7th from 10:00am to Noon

Cost: $18 for class, $4.50 for extra set (3) of any card (let me know when you RSVP please!),
*OR* $26 for class kit (prepaid).

Above are the cards and then some details from the October Cards Class. We'll be using lots of punches, pearls, dry embossing and new (to me) rubber stamps to make this months cards. You'll be making 3 each of the 4 cards for a total of 12 cards! Cost of class is $18.00 and includes envelopes and everything cut and ready for you to stamp, embellish and assemble! Please bring scissors and your favoritie adhesives with you to class.  I will be limiting the number of kits made for this class to 20 total, so please RSVP as soon as possible to ensure I have space for you! Can't make it to class? Class kits are available for $26, prepaid. Please email me for details.

Hope you can make it!

Terri :)

phone: 614.777.9288

email: terri.meehan@att.net

Happy Birthday Corwyn!

24 Years ago today, after a mere 42 hours of hard labor, I became a mom for the first time. Corwyn, I hope you have a very Happy 24th Birthday. I Love You!

Pictured above are more of the mini Thank You notes waiting to be delivered with my latest customer orders. Anyone want more details on these?

Enjoy!

Terri :)

Look what Mindy did!

I know this is a day late, but I think you'll agree that it's worth the wait. Mindy Gray made this adorable little basket and trio of 3x3 Cards that fit inside. Made with punches, isn't it too stinking cute?!

Leave a comment for Mindy if you'd like, I'm pretty sure she stalks my blog, LOL!

Have a great day,

Terri

Happy Labor Day Weekend

Hello Girls- Just wanted to let you know that I'll be back on Tuesday with more ideas. I'm looking forward to spending lots of time with my family this weekend. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I'll 'see' you on the flipside!

Oh!... And just a reminder that there is still time to sign up for the HandKnit Class (I still have 3 spaces available) and the Love Letter Bags & Tote Class, and of course, the Sizzix Club. Speaking of the Sizzix Club, I should have the examples ready to post this week sometime so be sure you check back.

Take care!
Terri :)

September Cards Classes today...

No real post today, I'll be teaching my September Cards class here this morning and then we have our First Thursday Afternoon Stamper's Club meeting here later this afternoon. Last night was fun, it's nice to have small classes every now and then so I get to spend more time with everyone. Everyone's cards turned out beautiful.

Hope you have a great day, I KNOW I will !

Terri :)

Holiday Mini Catalog

Sorry, I totally should have put a link to the new catalog in my post from earlier. Well, here it is. Some of you already received them in the mail, but, if you didn't, let me know the next time you stop by for a class and I'll make sure you get one of your very own! Until then, you can check it out online here:

http://204.228.150.61/20102011catalogs/Holiday10_US.pdf

If your wish list is incredibly long (like mine was!) and you'd like to receive a discount on your purchases, you should check into being a demonstrator. I'd be happy to give you any information you need to get you started and we have a large group here in the Central Ohio area that you'd be a part of. AND, Stampin' Up! is offering a free Craft Tote in the Greenhouse Gala pattern for new demonstrators who sign up between now and October 18th! http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/terrimeehanstamps/promotions

Let me know if you have any questions,
Enjoy!
Terri :)

Brand New! Holiday Mini Catalog 2010

Yippee! It's September 1st which means you can now order from the Holiday Mini Catalog. Stampin' Up! never fails to amaze with their new products. Every catalog is more awesome than the one before and this is definitely no exception!

The project I'm showing today uses two brand new products from the catalog: the beautifully victorian, Bells & Boughs stamp set and the Candy Wrapper Bigz L Die for the Sizzix Bigshot. Isn't it sweet?

Watch for more ideas coming from this wonderful catalog!

Have a wonderful September 1st!

Terri :)

I feel so Wicked!

I was lucky enough to get to see Wicked on Sunday night with my little sister Mary. We had a blast before, during AND after the show. We always keep each other laughing, it was a really fun evening. The show was awesome as well and, as I was looking through my stamp room for things I hadn't shared with you yet, I came across this card. It was made by my friend, Jen Slater. Jen is a huge Wicked fan and got to see it THREE times while it was in town. Lucky girl :)

Wasn't it clever of her to only ink up and stamp the word "Wicked" from the stamp on the left? I'm assuming she did this with a Stampin' Write Marker... The card uses a couple of items I want to call attention to: Wicked Cool stamp set from page 23 in the IB&C (current Idea Book & Catalog) and the Raven 1/2" Lace Trim is in our new Holiday Mini Catalog that you can order from on September 1st. Oh WOW, that's tomorrow already, isn't it?!?! Is that even possible?

Well, I hope you enjoy the card. Feel free to post comments for Jen, I think this card is Wicked Cute!!! (See what I mean? I'm cracking myself up right now! LOL!) Thanks Jen!

Have a great day,

Terri :)

Riley says...

Here's a picture of my Stamping 'Helper' Riley! He was rather bored and a little irritated with me this morning when I insisted on taking his picture with a Tiara on. LOL! He looks so cute in it, but doesn't really like wearing it (Seriously, what BOY, dog or human would?). First he said "Mom, PLEASE stop taking crazy pictures of me in this tiara. Do you want all the other dogs to think I'm a sissy?" And then later he said to be sure to remind you that TODAY is the last day to order from the Summer Mini Catalog. Gotta love a dog that's SO into Stampin' Up! Ha, ha! Thanks to my friend Terri who brought me several of these cute little Tiara combs last week. She knows I like to play Diva when I'm stamping (even if Riley doesn't!).

But really... Don't miss out on all the seriously cute sets that didn't make it into the Catalog this year. This is the last chance for all of the following items (listed in the order they appear in the mini catalog):

It's the Thought - Hostess Level 1

Punched Posies - Hostess Level 2

Pedaling Past (retro bikes)

Sweet Scoops (ice cream, anyone?)

In a Word

Rough Type

Watercolor Trio

Favorite Thoughts

Blissful Bride

Bouquet Bunch (remember that sweet little squirrel?)

A Little Bit of Magic (do you believe in Faeries?)

Sentimental Journey

Go, Graduate (Congratulations, Graduate! go get a job.)

First Day

Tropical Party (used in my Tropical Mini Cards post from last week)

Island Oasis Designer Series Paper

July Fourth

Red, White & Blue Jumbo Stampin' Around Wheel

King of the Grill

All a Flutter (single Butterfly)

Motorcycle (single stamp)

Birthday Block (single stamp)

Happy Grad (single stamp)

Don't wait, email or call me today to place your last chance order!

Hope your day is wonderful!

Terri

email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

Editor's note: I hit the send button on this a day early, so enjoy, and come back tomorrow for a bonus post!

Patterns & Specialty Designer Series Papers Group Buys

More Group Buys available from me for a Limited Time! See yesterday's post if you're not sure what a Group Buy is :)

PATTERNS Designer Series Papers Group Buy
6x6 Cost: $13 / share
4x6 Cost: $8.50 / share

Patterns Designer Series Papers are shown at the top of page 175 in the current Idea Book & Catalog. Each share will include a total of 90 sheets of papers in your choice of either 6x6 or 4x6 sizes. You'll receive 2 papers in each and every current Stampin' Up! Color! These papers are basically tone-on-tone and make great additions to your paper crafts! It'd cost you more than $117 to purchase these papers separately!

SPECIALTY Designer Series Papers Group Buy
6x6 Cost: $22 / share
4x6 Cost: $15 / share

Specialty Designer Series Papers are shown on pages 172 - 175 in the current Idea Book & Catalog. Each share will include a total of 90 sheets of papers in your choice of either 6x6 or 4x6 sizes. You'll receive one each of the Specialty DSP's from the following paper packs: Sweet & Sour, Nursery Suite, Wicked Fun, Greenhouse Gala, Woodland Walk, Love Letter, Celebrations, Jolly Holiday, Lap of Luxury, Sunny Garden, Blueberry Crisp, Newsprint, Build-A-Bear Workshop Pawsitively Prints II, Elegant Soiree & Play Date. These beautiful papers will dress up all of the projects and they're printed to match Stampin' Up! inks and solid cardstocks! You'd spend more than $180 to purchase all of these papers separately!

Email or call me today to take advantage of these Group Buys. They're available for a Limited Time, until I fill 2 complete Groups or September 15th, whichever happens first.

Thanks!
Terri
email: terri.meehan@att.net
phone: 614-777-9288

1/8" Taffeta & 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon Buys

For a Limited Time, I'm offering the following Group Buys:

Q: Wait, what exactly is a Group Buy?

A: It's where a group of people go together to purchase a lot of product that would normally cost them alot of money and give them way more product than they could personally use, or need. By splitting up the product, everyone gets a smaller amount and spends a lot less money. This is a great way to get a variety of product for a small price!

1/8" Taffeta Ribbon Group Buy
Cost: $7.00 / share

Each share will include a total of 13 yards of the 1/8" Taffeta Ribbons. That's ONE YARD EACH of the following colors: Whisper White, Very Vanilla, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Night of Navy, Marina Mist, Certainly Celery, Old Olive, Early Espresso & Basic Black. These ribbons are shown on page 191 of the current Idea Book & Catalog. It would cost you $90.83 if you were to purchase the full amount of ribbon on these 13 spools!

1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon Group Buy

Cost: $3 / share

Each share will include a total of 5 yards of the 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbons. That's ONE YARD EACH of the following colors: Blushing Bride, Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade, Concord Crush & Pear Pizzazz. The ribbons are shown on page 190 of the current IB&C. If you were to purchase the full spools separately, you'd spend $52.55 for all 5 spools!

Call or email me to take advantage of either of these Group Buys. Available only until I fill 2 groups or September 15th, whichever comes first. Don't miss out!

Terri

email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

Stamper's "6" Clubs now forming!

Would you like to receive $15 in Free Merchandise and a Hostess Level 1 Stamp Set? How about demonstrations and 2 free Make & Take Projects each month? Can you commit to purchasing $25 in catalog product each month for the next 6 months?

If you've answered yes to all of these questions (and, seriously, what stamper wouldn't?!), then You're Invited!

You're Invited to join a Stamper's "6" Club and take advantage of everything I listed above! What is this, you ask? Well, it's where 6 members agree to purchase a minimum of $25 in catalog merchandise each month, for 6 months. We'll get together once a month to collect orders, see some product demonstrations, and make 2 small Make & Take projects. The members will take turn being the hostess and will receive Hostess benefits for their month. The only thing you're required to do is place your minimum order each month and bring snacks and drinks for the month you're hostess! It's a lot of fun!

We have openings in the following groups:

• First Thursday Afternoon of Each Month, 1-3pm, Sept-Feb, First Mtg is September 2nd
• Third Thursday Evening of Each Month, 7-9pm, Sept-Feb, First Mtg is Sept 16th
• Third Friday Morning of Each Month, 10am-Noon, Sept-Feb, First Mtg is Sept 17th

Some Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Which month will I be hostess?

A: At our first meeting we'll draw numbers, when your number is chosen you'll choose from the months that are still available.

Q: What if I can't make it to the meeting one month?

A: You'll still be responsible for placing an order, prior to the meeting so we can get the orders placed right away. It's not fair to your other club members if their orders are held up to wait for yours. You can contact me and place the order over the phone and either place it on a credit card or drop off a check to me.

Q: If I don't make it to a meeting, will I still get my Make & Take projects?

A: You'll receive the packet, but your projects will not be completed.

Q: What kind of snacks and drinks will I need to bring?

A: Keep it simple! Bottles of Water and chocolates or small finger foods are sufficient. Remember, we'll be busy stamping so food is not the focal point!

Q: Why do I need to place an order during my month as Hostess?

A: Because the club benefits depend on each and every member placing an order to get to the minimum workshop amount ($150 total), you won't be able to receive Hostess Benefits if you don't place an order during your hostess month.

Q: Can I get extra orders during my Hostess Month?

A: Absolutely! You can collect outside orders, OR invite others to join us for the meeting during your month. As long as they place a $25 order, they'll get to make the projects as well! Extra orders will increase your Hostess Benefits (see complete chart on page 9 of the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog).

So, are you ready to sign up yet? Contact me if you have other questions, or to sign up for one of the groups above. I am open to starting other clubs if you have a specific day / time that you're available, just ask!

Talk to you soon,

Terri

email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

September Sizzix Club

Well, you voted and here are the details for our next Sizzix Club (no membership required, this club is open to anyone that loves their BigShot -or similar- die cutting machine!)

Our Featured Dies for September are: Circles #2 AND Leaves #2 both from page 213 in the current Idea Book & Catalog.

Dates: Wednesday Evening, September 22nd from 7pm to approx 9pm *OR* Thursday Morning, September 23rd from 10am to approx. Noon

Place: Terri's Home Workshop

Cost: $31.90 (Includes both dies and your projects, PREPAID only no later than September 9th) *OR* $12 for projects only.

Join us to create 2 different projects using the Circles #2 and the Leaves #2 Dies. Everything is included for just the cost of the Dies! RSVP and prepay prior to September 9th so that I have time to order your Die and supplies for class!



Hope to see you there!

Terri

email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

Love Letter Tote & Bags Class

Dates: Wednesday, September 15th from 7pm to approx 9pm *OR* Thursday, September 16th from 10am to approx Noon.
Place: Terri's Home Workshop
Cost: $22 (Includes a set of Love Letter Designer Series Papers just for you!)

Join us as we create a set of 7 items using the Love Letters DSP's, including 4 Cards (envelopes included), a card tote, and 2 different gift bags. Everything will be pre-cut from your package of paper (included in class). We'll use ribbons, pearl accents, and other fun accessories to complete your Gift Bags and Card Tote, as well as the Elizabeth stamp from page 18 of the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog for your Cards. This is a fun class that you'll be able to replicate easily! Please bring scissors and adhesives with you to class, everything else will be provided. Please RSVP and prepay no later than September 9th to ensure I have time to order your class supplies.

Hope you can make it!
Terri
email: terri.meehan@att.net
phone: 614-777-9288

Tropical Mini Thank You's!

These are some sweet little Thank You notes that I whipped up recently for my customer orders. I was inspired by one of the ladies in my group, Dawn Buck, who had created a wonderful ensemble of cards in a tote using the same set. I started with Old Olive 3x3 note cards (hand-cut, I can get 8 of these out of a piece of 12x12 cardstock!), and added the Palm Leaf print paper from the Island Oasis Designer Series Papers in the Summer Mini Catalog (these items are only available through August 31st!) cut to 2-7/8" square. Next I colored the Palm Tree stamp from Tropical Party Stamp Set (Summer Mini Catalog also) with Old Olive and Early Espresso Stampin' Write Markers and stamped onto a piece of Whisper White Cardstock cut to 1-3/4" x 2-1/2". Palm Fronds from the same set were stamped in Old Olive at the bottom. Next I took a Stampin' Sponge and sponged Peach Parfait and Tempting Turquoise inks to cover up most of the white cardstock. I think this is the step that totally transformed these images and made them look like a tropical postcard! (Dawn did this to her items too, she's a genius!)

I mounted the finished image onto a piece of Old Olive Cardstock cut to 1-7/8" by 2-5/8" and glued it down to the left-hand side of the front of the card. To finish I stamped Thank You on the front right-hand side in Early Espresso ink. (Thank You is from the set Curly Cute from the current catalog). These little notes fit into our 3x3 envelopes (which, of course, I also stamped :)) These are perfect for little tuck-in notes, but alas, the Post Office will NOT deliver them... Just so ya know!

You can only order the Tropical Party Stamp set in either Wood Mount or Clear Mount, and the Island Oasis DSP through Aug 31st. All other items are in the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog. See complete item list below:

Old Olive 12x12 Cardstock (12), Item #119934, Pg 166, Price $6.95
Island Oasis DSP, Item # 117173, Pg 27 Summer Mini Catalog, $9.95
Whisper White 8-1/2x11 Cardstock (40), Item 100730, Pg 169, $8.50
Tropical Party Stamp Set (5 stamps), Item #118515 Wood, $17.95 or #120081 Clear, $13.95
Old Olive Marker, Item # 100079, Pg 166, $3.50
Early Espresso Marker, Item # 119680, Pg 168, $3.50
Stampin' Sponges (3), Item #101610, Pg 195, $3.50
Peach Parfait Ink Pad, Item # 119783, Pg 165, $5.95
Tempting Turquoise Ink Pad, Item 100814, Pg 166, $5.95
Curly Cute Stamp Set (5 stamps), Item #117014 Wood, $19.95 or #120510 Clear, $14.95
Early Espresso Ink Pad, Item # 119670, Pg 169, $5.95
Mini Square Envelopes (3x3, 40), Item #107309, Pg 171, $7.50

Hand Knit Class

Dates: Wednesday Evening, September 8th from 7pm to approx. 9pm *OR*
Thursday Morning, September 9th from 10am to approx. Noon
Place: Terri's Home Workshop
Cost Option 1: $18 Class Only (bring your own Dishcloth or ball of Cotton Yarn)
Cost Option 2: $21 (Prepaid only) Includes a Hand-Knit Dishcloth

Whether you're a knitter, or know someone who is (this makes a great gift), you'll enjoy this class where we'll use watercolor techniques and lots of accessories. We'll use the brand new Hand Knit Stamp set (see page 65 of the 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog) to create 4 Note Cards w/ Envelopes, 8 Gift Tags and a Project Wrapper / Band that all match your Dishcloth or Ball of Yarn! A Blender Pen is included with this class fee. Please bring your favorite adhesives and scissors with you to class. RSVP, class space is limited. Note: If you choose Option 2, the class fee must be prepaid no later than one week prior to class so that I have time to create a Dishcloth for you :)

Hope you can make it!

Terri

email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

September Cards Class

Dates: Wednesday Evening, September 1st from 7pm to approx. 9pm *OR*
Thursday Morning, September 2nd from 10am to approx. Noon
Place: Terri's Home Workshop
Cost: $18

Now that school is back in session and the air is beginning to turn cooler, it's time to spend some "ME" time! Join us for one of my most popular monthly card classes, September Cards. In this class you'll create 3 each of 4 different designs for a total of 12 Cards. We'll use some new stamp sets and lots of new accessories! Everything will be pre-cut for you and ready for you to stamp, embellish and assemble. Envelopes are included for those who like to stamp 'em to match. Please bring your favorite adhesives and scissors with you to class. RSVP to reserve your spot. Can't make it to class? Kits are available on a pre-pay basis for an additional $8. Contact me for more information.

Hope to see you here!

Please note: Our first Thursday Afternoon Stamper's Club will meet after Thursday's class, watch for more information or email me if you're interested in joining the fun!

Terri
email: terri.meehan@att.net

phone: 614-777-9288

Class Openings

Sorry- I've been having a lot of problems with my server still. (Last year at this time we had a ton of problems too :( Sorry about the picture, but I wanted to get it on here as fast as possible so I didn't have a chance to doctor it up...

Anyway, I still have about 6 openings for this class that is tomorrow and Thursday. Please call me at 614-777-9288 if you'd like me to save a spot for you. Here are the details:

Love Birds Card Class

Dates: Wednesday Evening, August 18th from 7-9pm

*OR* Thursday Morning, August 19th from 10am-Noon

Cost of Class: $23

You'll make all 8 cards shown here. Envelopes and a full set of Rhinestones are included (you'll have more than enough to make the cards and you'll have lots left to take home!). We'll use the Love Birds Simply Scrappin' Kit to make these sweet cards. We'll add dry embossing, punches and a few stamps too! Please bring scissors and adhesive with you to class.

Rubber Stamp / Scrapbook Sale This Weekend!

Huge Scrapbooking and Rubber Stamping Sale. Cash Only. Thursday night is open by invitation only, it's not posted in the newspapers. Consider yourself invited ;) 266 Broken Arrow Dr, Gahanna, OH (please note; the sale is NOT at my house this year!) Thursday night from 5-7pm, Friday from 9am to 1pm, Saturday from 9 am to 1pm. Don't miss it!!!

I was there tonight for set-up. We have 100's of stamp sets, scrapbooking papers, ink pads, markers, patterned and solid cardstocks, bins of 25-50-75 cent items, sizzix, cuttlebug, organizational stuff, punches, scissors, Creative Memories, Stampin' Up!, alterable items, sample items, handmade items, idea books. I'm sure I missed something... Holy Cow, there is just a ton of stuff!

3x3 Just a Little Thanks

3x3 Flower-shaped Thank You Notes ready to add to my latest batch of customer orders.

Above is a close-up of the card. I think they're too stinking cute!!!

Above: A page out of the newest Color Coach that shows you exactly how I came up with this stunning color combination. On the front is a full page of the Daffodil Delight, the back has TWO different recommended color combinations (I covered up one with the card itself). I LOVE my Color Coach and it's available in the brand new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog. It's only $14.95 plus s/h and tax. What a bargain!


And, lastly... This is one of the Make & Takes that will be made tomorrow and Thursday at my New Catalog Open House. I'll show you exactly how to make this adorable little flower card that fits right into a 3x3 Envelope. And, no... there are no scissors involved! It won't be a huge event, but we're going to have lots of fun and I've already got some really great ladies RSVP'd. Check out the info on the previous post and let me know if you'd like to join us for this Free Event! Demonstrators in my downline are also welcome to attend :) (You can let me know as late as tomorrow afternoon, just give me a little bit of time to get your Make & Take kit together.)

New Catalog Open House Info

Sorry that I've been missing in action for so long. I wanted to let you all know about something I'm planning for this week. If you can make it, let me know. If not, be sure to check back next week, I'll have all of August's classes posted on the 1st. Here are the details for this week:

New Catalog Open House
Dates: Wednesday evening, July 28th from 7-9pm *OR* Thursday morning, July 29th from 10am to Noon.
Place: Terri's Home

Please join me for this free event. First, you'll see a couple of product demonstrations from the new catalog. Then we'll have a catalog highlights tour (bring your catalog with you if you already have one). You'll then be able to make a couple of quick Make & Take projects, shop from my collection of retired products, and get a first look at my August classes. I'll be offering some order specials, door prizes and light refreshments too. Please RSVP if you can make it so I can be sure I have enough Make & Take kits on hand. Thanks :)

June Card Class Picture

A picture of the cards you'll be creating in the June Cards Class, coming up this Wednesday night and Thursday morning. (see previous post for details). Please note: Wednesday evening's class is full, but I do still have a few spots available on Thursday morning.

Call or email to RSVP... Thanks!

Phone: 614-777-9288

email: terri.meehan@att.net



Hope you're enjoying this beautiful day!

Terri :)

June Class Information

Hi Ladies- It's June 1st already, and as promised, here is the master list of my June classes. I'll be adding more info about most of them so check back. Please sign up as soon as you know you'll be attending. With the boys home from school for the summer, things are bound to get a little hectic. I'm going to be doing a lot of prep work up front and want to make sure I don't have to turn any of you away due to lack of on-hand supplies. (It happened last month and, seriously, it stressed me out!) All classes will be hosted at my house. Please RSVP by calling me: 614-777-9288 or emailing me: terri.meehan@att.net or just post a comment saying you'd like to come, it's that easy :) I'll email you back with a response as soon as I receive your RSVP.

June Cards Class (Scheduled early this month by popular request)
Date(s): Wednesday Evening, June 9th from 7:00-approx. 9pm
*OR* Thursday Morning, June 10th from 10:00 to approx. Noon.
Cost of class: $18
(*NOTE: This is also the deadline for pre-payment/registration for the June 30th Happy B-Day Cards Class $18. See below for more details)

June's card class will include more fun new stamp sets. Card themes will include Patriotic, Thank You, Thinking of You, and Birthday. Techniques will include Jumbo Stampin' Around Wheels, watercoloring, masking, glitter, sponged papers, etc. You'll make 3 each of 4 different designs for a total of 12 Cards! Envelopes are included for those who like to stamp 'em to match. Please bring your favorite adhesives, scissors and dimensionals to class (optional).

Inchie Nameplate & Mini Collage
Date(s): Wednesday Evening, June 16th from 7:00-approx. 9pm
*OR* Thursday Morning, June 17th from 10:00 to approx. Noon.
Cost of class: $20

The Inchie fun continues as we create a Nameplate and a Summer-Themed (did someone say flowers?) Mini Collage using the Sizzix Bigshot and lots of fun stamps on 1" square blanks. You'll be able to choose your own colors for the nameplate, or follow my example to make things easier. Then we'll create approx. 12-16 1" tiles to place on a sweet little Mini Collage. Please bring scissors, adhesives and dimensionals (optional) to class. RSVP early, this class size is limited to 6 people per session.

Tropical Mini Album Class
Date: Wednesday, June 23rd from 7:00 to approx. 9pm (Thursday morning class may be scheduled by request only)
Cost of Class: $20

Don't miss this encore request! This Tropical-Themed Mini Album is perfect for all those tropical or luau pictures! Don't have any laying around? Plan a vacation around the album, it's a perfectly normal thing to do :) This sweet little album measures approximately 4.5" square and is made up of 8 acrylic, scalloped square pages. We'll make the album from start-to-finish, doing everything from cutting the pages to hand crafting die cut flowers and leaves to give them depth and dimension! When complete, your album will hold approx. 14 wallet size -or smaller- sized photos and a small amount of journaling for each. Makes a great gift! Please bring with you to class: Scissors, your favorite adhesives, and (optional) bone folder, paper piercer, white gel pen and blender pen. (note: I have the optional items available for you to use, but it will save you time waiting if you bring your own). Class is limited to no more than 6 students in order to give you more hands-on instruction. Please RSVP no later than June 21st. Thanks!

Happy B-Day Cards Class

Date(s): Wednesday Evening, June 30th from 7:00 to approx. 9pm

*OR* Thursday Morning, July 1st from 10:00 to approx. Noon

Cost of Class: $18 PREPAID with registration, no later than Thursday, June 10th.

In this class we'll use approx. 1/2 of the Happy B-Day Simply Scrappin' Kit (pg 166, top, in the current Idea Book & Catalog) to make a bright, cheery set of 8 Birthday Cards. In addition, we'll use the Sizzix Bigshot and various birthday stamps to complete the cards. In colors such as Ruby Red, Brocade Blue, Certainly Celery and Crushed Curry, these cards will work for boys or girls, men or women! This kit was unanimously chosen by my Thursday morning card class last month! Everything will be cut and ready for you to assemble, envelopes are included. Please RSVP, along with payment for class, as soon as you can. This item is being retired by Stampin' Up! at the end of the month and I want to make sure I can get enough product for everyone's kits. Also, If you think you'd like to make more of these cards later on, I highly suggest ordering your Simply Scrappin' kit(s) as early in the month as possible to avoid disappointment! Please bring to class: Scissors and your favorite adhesives.

Strikingly Handsome Cards- May 26th & 27th

Photos will be posted in the next couple of days, I haven't been able to get the lighting right on these yet.

Strikingly Handsome Cards Class
Dates: Wednesday Evening, May 26th- Time 7 to approx. 9 pm *OR* Thursday Morning,
May 27th- Time 10am to approx. Noon
Cost of Class: $18 (prepaid with registration, no later than May 20th)
Place: Terri's Home Workshop

In this class you'll make 8 strikingly handsome cards using 1/2 of a Tailor Made Simply Scrappin Kit from Stampin' Up! We'll add corduroy, jute, metals and more to make these cards that are suitable for any of the men in your life. Photo will show cards with no sayings, this is so you can personalize them as you need them. Or, you can choose from a small variety of masculine stamps I have on hand. Everything will be precut and ready for you to stamp and assemble. Please be sure to bring adhesive and scissors to class. RSVP, with payment please, no later than May 20th to reserve your spot in this rare class! Class size is limite to 6 students per session in order to give you more hands on instruction. Contact me at terri.meehan@att.net or 614.777.9288 to RSVP.

Please see my 3 previous posts so that you don't miss any of my fun, unique May classes. I hope to see you soon!

May Cards Class- May 19th & 20th

Pictures are still to follow but I wanted to get the details and dates listed for you.

May Cards Class
Dates: Wednesday Evening, May 19th- Time 7 to approx. 9 pm *OR* Thursday Morning, May 20th- Time 10am to approx. Noon
Cost of Class: $18 / 12 Cards
Place: Terri's Home Workshop

Join us for everybody's favorite monthly card class! May cards will showcase brand new stamp sets from the new Occasions Mini Catalog. We'll use watercolor crayons, add glitter and dimension, and even create a card for the guy in your life. You'll make 3 each of 4 different cards, for a total of 12 cards. Envelopes are included. Everything will be ready for you to stamp, embellish and assemble. Please RSVP by May 15th, class size is limited. You can contact me at: terri.meehan@att.net or 614.777.9288. Thanks!

Be sure to check out my other May classes, it's going to be a fun month!

Tropical Mini Album Class- May 12th & 13th

Tropical Mini Album Class
Dates: Wednesday evening, May 12th- Time 7 to approx. 9pm *OR* Thursday morning, May 13th- Time 10am to approx. Noon.
Cost of Class: $20
Place: Terri's Home Workshop

This Tropical themed mini album is perfect for all of those tropical or luau pictures! It measures approximately 4.5" square, and is made up of 8 acrylic, scalloped square pages. You'll start by cutting your pages, then we'll make the flowers and decorate the album. When complete, this album will hold approx. 14 wallet sized photos and a small amount of journaling for each. Makes a great gift! Please bring with you to class: Scissors, adhesives & (optional) bone folder, paper piercer, white gel pen and blender pen. (note: I have the optional items available for you to use, but it will save you time waiting if you have your own). Please RSVP no later than May 7th, this class DOES require prepayment at time of registration, please. Class is limited to no more than 6 students per session in order to give you more hands-on instruction. Contact me to sign up for class: terri.meehan@att.net or 614.777.9288. Grass skirts are optional, Thanks!

Please be sure to check out all the rest of my May classes :)

One Inch Wonders Class- May 5th & 6th

Class: One Inch Wonders
Dates: Wednesday evening, May 5th - Time 7 to approx. 9pm *OR* Thursday morning, May 6th - Time 10am to approx. Noon.
Cost of Class: $15
Place: Terri's Home Workshop

Have you seen inchies yet? At a mere 1" x 1", these are so darling! They can be used for so many projects, including collages, cards and jewelry (have you seen the Simply Adorned 1x1 charm and necklace? It's the perfect size for these little treasures! I'll be wearing mine during class.) We'll make the inchies shown above, and then make those into 5 cards. You'll also receive another 15 blank inchies to play with before you go (or take them home if you'd like) and a template sheet with ideas for 1/2 dozen inchie cards to take home. You'll need to bring your favorite adhesives and a pair of scissors with you to class. Please RSVP no later than Monday, May 3rd to reserve your spot in class. You can contact me via email at terri.meehan@att.net or by phone at 614.777.9188.

Hope you can join us! Be sure to check out the rest of my May classes, you won't want to miss any of them!

The classes are coming, the classes are coming!

Whew, the kids just left and I just didn't want to miss a single moment with them while they were here. For those of you who don't know, here's the history...

My oldest son is in the Air Force and he, and his wife and son have been stationed out in Hawaii for the last 3 years. This makes for one unhappy Grandma that didn't get to spend nearly enough time with my grandson (or the kids either, for that matter!)

On February 1st, my son reported for tech school in Biloxi, MS and my daughter-in-law and grandson reported here, to Ohio, to spend some much needed catch-up time with all of us. They ended up spending a lot of time here, but they left on April 19th to report to his next duty station in Nebraska. It was a whirlwind at the end, especially those last four days when my son was home too. Now they're gone though, and it's time to get back to business. I've got lots of classes cooking (so to speak...)

Did you know that rainy days make great creative days? I plan to take full advantage of the rain today and stamp, stamp, stamp! Hopefully you can do something creative too!

Check back tomorrow morning and you'll see all the details about my May Stampin' Up! classes.
See you then :)

Terri

April Card Class Info...

Sorry that I've been MIA for the last couple of weeks. It wasn't intentional, but I had to squeeze in every moment I could with my Grandson. They'll be leaving on Monday to head out to Nebraska. I know that's not quite as far away as Hawaii, but it's still not going to be the same as having him right here...

Here's the info for the April Cards Class. Sorry about the lack of photos, I just haven't been able to get them taken and posted.

April Cards Class
Thursday, April 22nd: Morning Class from 10am to Noon *OR* Evening Class from 7 to 9pm. *PLEASE Note: Both classes ARE on Thursday this week, just didn't want to confuse anyone*
Cost is $18 / 12 cards and envelopes
Place: Terri's Workshop / Home

Join us as we celebrate spring with 4 pretty new cards. We'll make 3 each of 4 different cards for a total of 12 cards. You'll learn techniques such as 2-step Faux Batique (no need for markers, this time we'll do it all with stamps!), 2-Step Stamping with a gorgeous stamp set that's available for the first time this month!), Versamark/Chalk card, and some type of punch card (still trying to work this one out :). As usual, everything will be cut and ready for you to stamp, embellish and assemble. Envelopes are included. Please bring adhesives and scissors with you to class. RSVP as soon as possible. Thanks!

I hope you all have a great weekend, I'm going to spend lot's of cuddle time with my little guy and see you next week!

SCC2 Elements of Style Card

Here's my first card of the week with the colors from yesterday's color challenge. I really like how 'Spring-y' the colors are :) The second picture above shows a little of the depth behind the phrase where I used the Stampin' Dimensionals. The background was created by using markers directly onto the stamp; Certainly Celery vines, Real Red flowers and So Saffron flower centers. I stamped it randomly all over the front, then I cleaned off my stamp and inked it up with Bashful Blue, stamped it off once and then continued to stamp all over the background again. The ribbon got a little lost so I wrapped it around the card twice to make it stand out a little better.

The stamp set used is one that we were given at Leadership in January. It's called Elements of Style and it'll be available for purchase beginning May 1st. I really love it. The phrase is a little hard to read in this picture, but it says "Life is a matter of moments". Sweet, eh?

Products used:

Stamps: Elements of Style (Item #118611. Remember, this won't be available until May 1st.)

Cardstock: Kraft (102125), Real Red (102482), Whisper White (100730)

Classic Ink Pad: Bashful Blue ( 105209)

Stampin' Write Markers: Certainly Celery (105106), Real Red (100052), So Saffron (105114)

Other: 3/16" Red Gingham Ribbon (104832), Modern Label Punch (116630), Sizzix Punch Windows Magnetic Movers & Shapers (115953), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), and Soft Subtles Brads (106954) I also used, again, the Sale-a-Bration Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402) that's only available for 2 more days FREE with a $50 merchandise purchase.

Thanks for looking, and don't forget to let me know if you make something with this color scheme!

Terri :)

Sunday Color Challenge #2

Guess what I did yesterday? I stopped in at Old Navy and purchased 5 new pair of flip-flops. So, Mother Nature... If you're listening, my toes are now ready for warm weather. Got it? Good! Ha, ha!

I had such a great time playing with last week's colors, so I decided to go ahead and do it again this week! I was inspired by some yarn that I'm knitting into a dishcloth right now. It actually has Red, White, Yellow and Kraft fibers in it. I wanted a little bit more variety so I added Bashful Blue and Certainly Celery ( 'cause you KNOW how I love Certainly Celery! :) And, c'mon, you *know* you want to play along. Send me a link to your blog (put it into the comments section) or a picture of your creations via email to terri.meehan@att.net and I'll show them off for you!

In case you were wondering, I've been able to put together the pictures for my color challenges using Stampin' Up!'s My Digital Studio software. I absolutely love this software!!! I also use it for my blog headers. Hmmmmm, speaking of which, I think I'm due for a new one and this week's Color Challenge colors would be SO 'Me'!

There are so many things that can be done with this software and I've been thinking about putting together some classes on how to scrapbook and put together other projects with it. Do me a favor? Would you let me know if that's something that interests you? Thanks!

Hope the rest of your weekend is wonderful, and maybe, if you have a few spare moments, you can do something creative. I promise, it's good for the soul!

Terri

Happy Saturday! Well, my husband decided to take yesterday off and, since my youngest was on Spring Break this past week, we spent the day with him. Took him out to lunch and then basically ran errands and took care of doctor's appointments the rest of the day. Oh, and we got Riley bathed and shaved. He must like it because he's been practically prancing around here ever since we got him home last night. He looks so cute! I got before and after pictures and I'm planning on doing a "Hairy to Handsome" page. Sad that I'm planning pages for the dog's photos and I'm still way behind on the kids. Don't you think? :) Oh, and don't think I didn't have to fight for every picture. The dog is as bad as the kids... they all HATE having their picture taken by the 'Mom-arazzi"!

So today's project is a little matchbook that holds a clippy made with my extra Beautiful Wings butterflies. In the first picture you can see it closed, and the envelope it fits into is the 3x3 envelope from Stampin' Up! (Love these, they're great for little gift enclosures!). Second picture shows the matchbook open with the clip positioned inside. And, the third picture better shows you what the clip looks like. Basically it's just a large paper clip, decorated so that it can brighten someone's day :)

Here are the supplies used:

Stamps: Holiday Blitz (Item 114982)

Cardstock: Barely Banana (102701), Bermuda Bay (115317), Whisper White (100730)

Inks: Bermuda Bay (115655), Barely Banana (101170)

BigShot Die: Stampin' Up! (Exclusive) Beautiful Wings Embosslit ( 118138)

Punches: Large Oval (107305), Scallop Oval (114889)

Other: Bermuda Bay 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (115610), Silver Brads (104336)

Basic Office Supplies: Stapler, Large Paper Clip

Have a great Day, I'll be back with a new color challenge tomorrow!

Terri