PPA 128 Color Challenge with a Kiss

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Words of wisdom to the novice stamper… join in on the fun with a challenge… PAPER PALS ARTS is perfect!  It will not only motivate your creative side, it will make you think outside the box, and increase traffic to your blog (if you have one).  I’m a hobby stamper, but with my type A personality, I want to get better and better.  What better way than to participate in card color challenges.  This challenge was actually hard for me, but I got it done during my lunch break from work… =)

A co-worker mentioned to me, “I need to buy a card off of you for Valentine’s Day.”  I had to remind him that I don’t sell cards, I give them away.  So, Chuckie, if your reading this, leave a comment and it’s yours.

{LOVE}

[pinit]This card actually started out as a heart shaped card using my Big Shot Framelits Hearts Collection…. but I messed it up and cut too much off the top, so I got two heart scallops instead of one.  I’m not one to throw things out and start all over again, so I made use of  a mistake and instead made a prettier card than what I thought I was going to make.  After I put the sentiment and hearts together, it still looked plain, so I daubed a bit of Real Red Ink while holding a heart pattern.  The tiny flowers from the Itty Bitty Punch shapes and the square lattice embossing added the extra dimension I was looking for.

I daubed the second heart and aligned it on the inside for a personal Valentine note.  I almost don’t want to give it away, but if I don’t it will collect dust on my bookshelf instead of bringing a little bit of sunshine into somebody’s day.  Thank goodness for card challenges, without the Paper Pals Arts challenge, I would have never made a mistake that made the card even more beautiful… =)

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for supplies to make this cute HEART card.

Card Ingredients
Stamp Set:  Petite Pairs (W122495, C122497)
Tools:  Hearts Collection Framelits (125599); Square Lattice Embossing Folder Die (119976); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)
Paper:  Riding Hood Red (111348); Real Red (102482); Very Vanilla (101650); Whisper White (100730)
Punch:  Itty Bitty Punch Pack (118309)
Ink:  Real Red (103133)
Accessories: Basic Pearl (119247)

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Memories Last a Lifetime (FMS #20)

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FMS Princess Badge

This post is dedicated to Mrs. Lydia Deocampo.  Her husband, Ed aka “Honeyboy” went to Heaven on Jan. 6, 2012.  She has been feeling sad and lonely without her husband of more than 50 years.  Her daughter Gemma said, “My Papa was her memory; couch potato & “iron chef” partner; breakfast, lunch, and dinner date; medicine reminder; bill payer & organizer; Christmas stuff decorator, idol & fan; dishwasher; shopping, prayer, and church companion; and, best of all, her best friend and partner for more than 50 years!”

FMS #20

When I read her post I knew I had to make Mrs. Deocampo a special card that would let her know that she is thought of by many of us in her time of sorrow.  I had the perfect stamp and FMS #20 was the perfect sketch.  This is why I love my hobby… it lets people know that they are in the thoughts and prayers of others.

I hope that this card brings her just a little bit of sunshine and a smile to her beautiful face because she is held up high in prayer for peace and comfort.  Her sweetheart’s MEMORIES will live in her heart for an eternity and those same MEMORIES will be carried on by their children.  I met him years ago and he welcomed me into his loving home offering me his friendship, as I was visiting their daughter, Gemma, who served in the Air Force with me.

for supplies to make this MEMORIES card.

Card Ingredients
Stamp Set:  Mixed Bunch (W125535) (C125537); Loving Thoughts (C125845)
Paper:  Cheerful Treat DSP (122381); Mocha Morning DSP (122366);
Pretty in Pink (100459); Melon Mambo (115320); Basic Black (121045)
Ink:  Melon Mambo (115656)
Punch:  Modern Label (119849); Punch Pack 3/8 Circle (118309);
Large Oval (119855); 1 3/4 Circle (119850); Blossom (125603)

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Stampin’ Up! Sprinkled Expressions of Love

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I’m back to the Mainland and I am so glad my craft room missed me… or did I miss my craft room? =)  My 17-year old son actually helped me with this card (LoL)… after being away for a few weeks my creative juices weren’t flowing right.  Many people know that the love of paper crafting runs in the family.  He has been doing origami since he was walking at 11 months… well, I’m exaggerating, but he loves playing with paper.  So, the credit for this card goes to him… thank you Avery.

FREE 30-DAY of MY DIGITAL STUDIO SOFTWARE:  There are oodles of cool things going on at Stampin’ Up!  Tomorrow is your chance to grab a FREE 30-day trial of My Digital Studio Software.  To download it… add the free My Digital Studio Express trial (item 129600) to your online shopping cart through my Online Store 24/7.  

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SHOW ME HOW:  Convert your wood stamps to clear mount stamps and keep the image on the cling, so you can see what you are stamping.  Click on stamp image below to show you how.

Card Ingredients
Stamp Set: Sprinkled Expression (W125130, C125132)
Paper: Sale-A-Bration Everyday Enchantment DSP (126154), Lucky Limeade (122926), Pool Party (122924)
Ink: Lucky Limeade (122935), Real Red (103133)

Tools:  1 3/4 Circle Punch (119830)
Accessory Bling:  Basic Pearls (119247)

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GET YOUR 30-DAY MY DIGITAL STUDIO FREE TRIAL

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The use of My Digital Studio Express has never been easier!  Stampin’ Up! offers 30-day My Digital Studio (MDS) Express trial version.  The best part of this offer is that it is on-going with NO end date!

With the FREE trial, you’ll get:

  • Full design functionality.
  • Exclusive artwork that comes with My Digital Studio Express.
  • Opportunity to purchase additional downloads from designer templates to stamp brush sets–and everything in between.
  • Access to our professional print services.

It’s simple; add the free My Digital Studio Express trial (item 129600) to your online shopping cart through my Online Store 24/7.

If you don’t already have the My Digital Studio software, make sure to take advantage of the free trial. And share the opportunity with all your family, friends, and co-workers–try it out and see the fun and ease of My Digital Studio for 30 days FREE!

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Ecstatic News for New Starter Kits!

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Have you thought of becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, and then you worry about time constraints, pressure of sales, etc?  I know EXACTLY how you feel!  I have a full-time life in the military that requires me to travel often.  I was a crafter for many years and didn’t want the added pressures of sales.  I joined Stampin’ Up! as a hobby stamper and I found a whole new side of me. Within a few months I found myself sharing my crafts telling everyone I run into about paper crafts.  As I write this blog, I am on temporary duty in Hawaii missing my craft room and drawing card layouts on pieces of paper while waiting in line or on the ride to work.  I suppose I’m Mata-bout Paper and I want you to feel at ease when you join my team the same way I did and still do. Below is the incredible special for new demonstrators who sign up for the starter kit during Sale-A-Bration, Jan. 24th thru Mar. 31st.  The amount of product you get is worth joining just for the inital supply!  A great package for hobby stampers.  Yay!

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  • Incredible price of $125 ($340 value) in products with free shipping and customization.
  • An additional bonus of up to $120 in more product! FREE Designer Series Paper (DSP) or My Digital Studio (MDS) downloads every month from Feb. thru Dec. 2012. (Note: You only pay for shipping, there is no shipping charge for MDS downloads). Mix and match, FREE DSP one month and MDS the next during active status.
  • Permanent 20% discount off SU products plus a one-time opportunity for 30% off (minimum product order of $150 and must be placed within 45 days).
  • Earn Sale-A-Bration and Hostess Benefits on ALL orders (personal or customer orders) at discount prices.
  • On-Line sign-up/starter kit is very easy and instant.
  • There is NO obligation to purchase anything beyond the kit, hold workshops or classes.
  • You have FIVE months to meet $300 in sales. Still NO obligation. If you do decide to continue quota of $300 in June, your active status renews through Sept.
  • The choice to continue is all yours and still absolutely NO OBLIGATION! Keep all your goodies and continue being Mata-bout Paper. =)

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A Blue Hawaiian Hello with Sale-A-Bration

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[pinit]The military has  given me the gift of travel.  I’ve been around the world a few times to distant shores and all over the United States.  Places  abroad that would change the way you think, the way you eat,  and definitely appreciate your freedom.  But, the best place I never  get enough of is Hawaii.  I made this card before my trip without  realizing that the colors are a reflection of the beautiful Hawaiian colors.  I have a little over a week to go and will share with you my temporary duty assignment aka TDY adventures.   The crown reminds me of Kamehameha the Great… Hawaiian Islands first King.  Hope you enjoy this Sale-a-Bration sneak peak that starts Jan. 24th.

Beginning on Feb. 15th my virtual stamp club will debut.  Take a look at our catalogs on the right  and browse through the stamps you would love to see.  I will post details on Feb. 4th.  I’m so excited and can’t wait to share it with you.    In the meantime, Aloha  from Hawaii.

Happy Crafting,
Maggie

Card Ingredients
Stamp Set: Sale-a-Bration Elementary Elegance (W125120, C125122)
Paper: Sale-A-Bration Everyday Enchantment DSP (126154), Tempting Turquoise (102067), Sahara Sand (121043), Very Vanilla (101650), Cherry Cobbler (119650)
Ink: Tempting Turquoise (100814), Cherry Cobbler (119669)
Accessory Bling:  Rhinestones (119246)

for supplies to make this cute HELLO card.

Have you given thought to joining Stampin’ Up!, but think you’ll be tied into a commitment you’re not sure of?  Well, no need to worry!  You can join as a hobby stamper or a career demonstrator without the pressure… no kidding!  If you join this month (Jan. 24th) you will get a FREE paper pack or digital download every month for the rest of the year!  If you are attached to or stationed at a US military base in a foreign country as a US military member OR a civilian employee/contractor of the US Department of Defense OR a legal dependent, you too can become a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.  If you want to know more send me an email (maggiemadecards@yahoo.com) and I will walk you through the process.  To check out what it takes click on the JOIN MY TEAM link to the right to review the awesome benefits.

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A Mata-fied Heart Framelit & Freshly Made Sketch

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[pinit]I was invited to a luncheon for a friend who received a promotion at work.  It was only fitting to use the Freshly Made Sketch challenge as a layout.  As a hobby Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, my free time is very limited and it is easier for me to use a sketch challenge to make a card than come up with my own design, which can take an hour or more.  I highly recommend using sketch challenges to develop one’s paper-craft skills (like me) when time is limited.  The envelope was icing on the cake and it was a big hit.  The recipient held on to it and treated it like an extension to the card.  I found it funny because who keeps envelopes?  Do you?

Since we are just around the corner to Valentine’s Day and the Heart Collection framelits are so darn cute, I have been using many hearts lately.  I wanted to add a special touch to the message on the inside of the card and a heart just seemed to complete it.

I love {Freshly Made}, they provide challenges that even a novice stamper can handle.  It gets my imagination going and the sketches are ALWAYS realistic.  Thank you so much for helping me find my nitch.

Card Ingredients
Stamp Set: Perfect Words (Wood 122470, Clear 122472)
Paper: Mocha Morning DSP (122366), Very Vanilla (101650)
Ink: Early Espresso (119670)
Cool Framelits: Hearts Collection (122559)

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Thanks a Million with Pretty in Pink

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[pinit]I LOVE this pretty in pink thanks a million card!   The Cheerful Treat DSP paper is one of my favorite patterns.  I’ve used this one the most since becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator and I need to re-order more because I’m running low.  It’s definitely cheery and will brighten anyone’s day.

If you haven’t received your Occasions Mini Catalog just send me an email (maggiemadecards@yahoo.com) with your mailing address and I will get one to you ASAP.  It closes on April 30, 2012.

Card Ingredients:

Stamp Set: Hostess Faith in Nature (Wood 122490, Clear 122492)
Paper: Cheerful Treat DSP (122381), Pretty in Pink (100459)
Ink: Basic Black (101179)
Marker: Old Olive (102277)
Easy to Use Punch: Postage Stamp (122344)

 for supplies to make this cute little THANK YOU card.

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Scallop Birthday for Mom

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My mom is the best mom in the whole world.  As a little girl, she showed me discipline, honor, and best of all LOVE.  She is the queen of my family and God sent me to the best mom in the whole world.  She inspires me to be the best that I can be at whatever I put my heart into.  As her only daughter, I am forever indebted to her humble teachings that now benefit me as a mom myself.  I raise my child as she raised me and so far so good… =)

Ama, gracias por ser la mejor mama en todo el mundo.  En el dia de su cumpleaños, le deseo pura felicidad!  La quiero muchisimo!

English:  Mom, thank you for being the best mom in the whole world.  On your birthday, I wish you have pure happiness.  I love you very much!

Card Ingredients:  Paper:  Lucky Limeade (122926), Rich Razzleberry (115316), Daffodil Delight (119683); Stamp Set: Lean on Me (Wood 122283; Clear 122285), Teeny Tiny Wishes (115370); Stamp Pad: Rich Razzleberry (115658), Soft Suede (115657), Old Olive (102277), Basic Black (101179); Punch:  Scallop Circle 2 3/8 (118874); Accessories: Rhinestones (119246)

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Happy Crafting!
Maggie

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Saturday Sketch Challenge #237 with Sale-a-Bration Sneak Peaks

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Being an active duty military member, I am only able to be a Hobby Stamper (for now), and therefore have to make cards a few days ahead of time.  This card is for one of my five brother’s who’s birthday will fall on a day while I’m way on temporary duty.  Since I won’t have access to my crafting supplies, I had to make it ahead of time.  Since becoming a Stampin Up demonstrator I started to dislike traveling because I love stamping so much I miss it when I’m away from home.  Next week I will be sent to Hawaii and I will not complain from not being able to get any stamping done.  I will not be able to post for the two weeks that I will be away enjoying paradise during off duty hours. =)  Needless to go on and on, I made this card for the Saturday Sketch Challenge #237 at Stamping 411.

Card Ingredients:
Paper: Patterns Stack (117157), Riding Hood Red (111348), Daffodil Delight (119683); Ink: Real Red (102482); Stamp Set: Sale-a-Bration (Jan. 24th) Fresh Vintage (Clear 125117); Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig (101049); Envelope: Whisper White 5 3/4 x 4 3/8 (107301)

The sketch seemed like something I could handle at my level.  What do you guys think? =)

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A Well Worn Birthday

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Brother #2 (Reyes) had a birthday last week, Jan. 6th… obviously just a tad  late, but never the less, he will know it was especially made just for him.  My brother is a very sweet and loving brother.  He has helped me out during times of trouble and has always been my ATM, my hotel, my mechanic, and my friend.  He is a great family man and his life got sweeter when he married my childhood BFF 20 some years ago.

Card Ingredients
Paper: Well Worn (122359), Basic Black (121045), Whisper White (100730), River Rock (108640)
Stamp Set: Easy Events (123225), Teeny Tiny Wishes (115370)
Ink Pad: Basic Black (109192), Whisper White (101731)
Punches: Scallop Trim Border (118402), Modern Label (119849)

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