Epic Day Bonanza

Yesterday was the Epic Day class, so in honor of it, I have an epic post. And just as a reminder - Epic Day DSP is on the Weekly Deals list this week (ends Monday at 11:50pm MT).

On the left, MC (standing) is using the Big Shot. I had tables set up for creating and then different stations around the room - Big Shot, Punches, Stamps, and Cutting. I also had out ink, markers, and other tools (Simply Scored, Envelope Punch Board, etc.).

Next:  the group (clockwise - Sherri, Karen O., Karen W., and MC) working away. Everyone got a pack of supplies and then used those supplies to create whatever they felt like making. Partway through we took a break and had some snacks before returning to our crafting. Thanks, Sherri, for the bagels.

Here are the cards made by Karen and MC O'Connell (first) and Sherri Calhoun (second group). I had many samples out for them to follow, but they also made some original designs. The coffee cup card is by MC and in the bottom right of Sherri's pile is one she designed with the stamp set Happy Hour. Yes, they made all these cards - and still took home a pile of supplies so they can make even more.

Karen Waller did some scrapbooking. She made several pages, but this 2 page spread is the only one I got pictures of. She CASEd a layout I had, but put her own spin on it. I loved the details she stamped for the page (some shown under the pages). I particularly liked the way she cut out the Happy Birthday banner.


Here are some cards that I made yesterday.

I used Happiest Birthday Wishes, By The Tide, and By The Seashore on this first one. It took a long time to cut the crab so close (especially since I did a quicker cut with a border first and since it didn't look right did the more time consuming close cut). It's worth it, though, because it's my brother's birthday card.

I've also shown a close up of the crab, which I popped up using Stampin' Dimensionals, and a picture of the inside.

I used By The Tide for this card. I've included a close up of the fish so you can see how shiny it is. After coloring the fish, I covered it with Crystal Effects. It dries shiny like this.

Here's a card using Epic Day Washi Tape and the Oh, Hello stamp set.

Here are a couple more cards. I actually had the pieces already cut for the card on the left. They were leftover from when I made the TSSC 312 card. I just figured out how I wanted to use them. The card on the right was made awhile ago, but it goes with the theme, so I've included it.

Told you it was an epic post! 14 pictures. Hope you found some good inspiration in today's post. If you were at the class - thanks for coming! If you missed the class - be on the lookout for the next one. You won't want to miss it - lots of projects and even more fun!!

Epic Day Hexagon Scrapbook Page

I had the Epic Day class today and it was so much fun! I'll share pictures of the event tomorrow - including some new cards.

Right now, though, I have some scrapbook pages to share. These were out as a sample of pages that people could copy.

 These won't stay this way - I pretty much just took the pictures off my other pages so I could show a completed sample. It was easy to do since I used Epic Day Washi Tape to adhere the pictures. Since the pictures are in a different order, I put a long strip of washi tape over part of the caption (since it was no longer correct with the new arrangement).

You'll see I moved the interior hexagons a bit. When I added the pictures, it just seemed better this way. I tucked some of the pictures under the hexagons.

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Be sure to stop back tomorrow to see more Epic Day samples and pictures from today's event.

Papaya Collage Bookmarks

We made bookmarks at the Relay For Life fundraiser back in April. I put out some samples, which are shown below, and then the stampers could either copy mine or create their own design. I waited to post these because I was trying to get pictures of some of the other designs (which would have been super easy if I'd thought to take pictures at the class). Since I've been unable to get them, I decided to just show you my bookmarks.

The main stamp set I used is Papaya Collage (retired - sold out). I used Designer Typeset (no longer available) for the letter on the middle bookmark. And the butterflies are from Papillon Potpourri.

Hope I've inspired you to use your Scallop Tag Topper Punch to make some bookmarks of your own. Happy Stampin'!

Weekly Deals - May 13

Here are this week's Weekly Deals.

If you scrapbook or like pre-made elements for your cards, check out the Retro Fresh Designer Journaling Tags. Plus, two DSPs, 3 Big Shot items, a punch, and a digital offering.

Order these deals, retiring items, or anything else online. Use hostess code CJ2CNWSF to get a thank you from me. Or, contact me about a group order.

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals!

	Etcetera Designer Series Paper Item # 130129 Regular Price: $10.95 US/$13.95 CAN Discounted Price: $8.21 US/$10.46 CAN
	Perfect Pennants Bigz Die Item # 123126 Regular Price: $32.95 US/$40.95 CAN Discounted Price: $24.71 US/$30.71 CAN
	This And That Epic Day Designer Series Paper Item # 130814 Regular Price: $10.95 US/$13.50 CAN Discounted Price: $8.21 US/$10.13 CAN
	Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die Item # 123113 Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN
	Tasteful Trim Bigz Die Item # 120893 Regular Price: $42.95 US/$52.95 CAN Discounted Price: $32.21 US/$39.71 CAN
	3/16 Inch Corner Punch Item # 119871 Regular Price: $6.95 US/$8.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.21 US/$6.71 CAN
	Bbq Blitz Ensemble - Digital Download Item # 130863 Regular Price: $12.95 US/$13.95 CAN Discounted Price: $7.77 US/$8.37 CAN
	Retro Fresh Designer Journaling Tags Item # 133526 Regular Price: $4.95 US/$5.95 CAN Discounted Price: $3.71 US/$4.46 CAN

TSSC 314 Perfect Pennants

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It is note card size (3.5" x 5") and features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, Perfect Pennants.  The set is available in a bundle, with the Banner Framelits. You save 15% when purchasing the bundle instead of the individual products.

I sponged all of the Whisper White cardstock pieces (even the card base) with Daffodil Delight and Pool Party ink so it would blend in a little more with the DSP. I used the Banner Punch for the banner along the bottom. To get the longer banner, I just fed it in through the top. I sanded the Pool Party Core'Dinations, which helped it match the look of the card.

Supplies:

Stamps:  Perfect Pennants, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Cardstock: Whisper White, Pool Party Core'Dinations
Ink: Gumball Green, Daffodil Delight, Pool Party
Designer Series Paper (DSP): Epic Day
Big Shot: Banner Framelits
Ribbon: Daffodil Delight Seam Binding
Punch:  Banner Punch

 Here's this week's sketch.

 Thanks for stopping by my blog today. If you haven't been there yet, be sure to check out the design team samples here .  This is also where you can link your project.

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all of the awesome mothers in the world! I've had a great day with my family and hope you have, too :)

This was my Mother's Day card this year. A special occasion like Mother's Day deserves a special card!

I posted this before, so if you want details, look here.

Epic Day Scrapbook pages

I like this two page spread because you can flip it around for a different look. I photographed the pages a little apart because they'll be separate in a book, but if you have them together, they make one continuous design.

Here's the way I originally designed the page. It was easy with my Simply Scored Tool and the Diagonal Plate.

I really like the color combination of this sheet of Epic Day Designer Series Paper (DSP) and Basic Gray. The accent strip is Smoky Slate.

These pages won't stay this way, but I wanted to show you a completed sample. I particularly liked using the Epic Day Washi Tape to hold down the pictures and title. The colors coordinate with the page and I think it adds to the look. The Washi Tape is even quicker than using SNAIL. Another bonus of the Washi Tape is that items on the page can easily be rearranged. A good option when I'm afraid more pictures from an event or trip might turn up.

 

I made the happy discovery that the pages can be switched for a coordinating look.

If  you are coming to the 5/17 class, you can make this layout - and lots of other stuff :)

Pure Gumption and Epic Day Graduation Card

NOTE: You can make this card in the class on 5/17. RSVP ASAP. Thanks!

This graduation card has a lot happening. First, is the message and the graduation cap, from the stamp set Pure Gumption. Next, the background. Hexagons are hot right now. And maps seem perfect for graduation cards since the graduate is just starting out on life's adventures. I know the map is kind of hard to see in the pictures, but it's there as part of the Epic Day DSP background.

I made two variations. There's not a lot of difference, but I thought I'd show you both so you can see.

Here's the inside of the card. I used the stamp sets, Congrats, Teeny Tiny Wishes, and Pure Gumption.

Weekly Deals - May 6

NEW OPTIONS! - I've added a scrapbook option to the 5/17 class (details here). So, you can get a pack of supplies tailored more towards scrapbooking or card making. But, since you'll be choosing your own projects, you aren't limited to one or the other. You can also throw in some 3-d items, if you want. Sign up by 5/8 at noon so I can get supplies ordered. This is going to be a fun class where you'll go home with lots of completed projects.

Once again, some great items on the Weekly Deals list!

The I Am Me Designer Series Paper is so cute! I love the sheet with cameras on it. And the page that's a map would be great for scrapbooking (so would the camera one, for that matter). The back of the map page is covered with multi-colored polka dots, so card makers are covered, too.

Here is a card I made with the Hearts A Flutter Stamps, which have a matching set of framelits.

 

You can order online (please use hostess code CJ2CNWSF to receive a free thank you gift from me) or contact me to be part of a group order.

Weekly Deals

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals!

	Hearts A Flutter Clear-Mount Stamp Set Item # 129252 Regular Price: $18.95 US/$22.95 CAN Discounted Price: $14.21 US/$17.21 CAN
	Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies Item # 127816 Regular Price: $24.95 US/$30.95 CAN Discounted Price: $18.71 US/$23.21 CAN
	I Am Me Designer Series Paper Item # 130138 Regular Price: $10.95 US/$13.50 CAN Discounted Price: $8.21 US/$10.13 CAN
	Real Red 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon Item # 126875 Regular Price: $4.95 US/$6.75 CAN Discounted Price: $3.71 US/$5.06 CAN
	Pacific Point 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon Item # 132981 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.50 CAN Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.38 CAN
	Alhambra Stampin' Around Jumbo Wheel Item # 126940 Regular Price: $8.50 US/$10.50 CAN Discounted Price: $6.38 US/$7.88 CAN
	Card Base Pop' N Cuts Item # 130099 Regular Price: $39.95 US/$48.95 CAN Discounted Price: $29.96 US/$36.71 CAN
	The Man, The Myth Board Book Designer Template - Digital Download Item # 130104 Regular Price: $14.95 US/$16.50 CAN Discounted Price: $8.97 US/$9.90 CAN

TSSC 313 - Perfect Pennants

Here's my design team sample for this week's Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge. It features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, Perfect Pennants.  The set is available in a bundle, with the Banner Framelits. You save 15% when purchasing the bundle instead of the individual products.

The Designer Series Paper (DSP) is Birthday Basics. It was cut using my Big Shot and the Starburst Framelits. The framelits are available in a Bundle with the Starburst Sayings stamp set. The button was made with Simply Pressed Clay and the Buttons and Blossoms molds. The ribbon is Summer Starfruit 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon.

Here's this week's sketch.

Link your project and see the rest of the design team samples at the Techno Stamper Sketch Challenge site. Hope you'll play along!

Happy Star Wars Day!

Okay, I'm gonna let a little of my nerdy side shine through -- Happy Star Wars Day!! In honor of the holiday, I played around in My Digital Studio (MDS) and made R2D2. I think he turned out kind of cute. May the force be with you!

 Wondering why today is Star Wars Day? Try this: May the 4th...be with you.

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Hope you have a great week!

Note: I did not put my watermark on this so that you can print it out or use it in your digital works. MDS Images are copyrighted by Stampin' Up! Design by Sue Root. Enjoy!

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!

Today is National Scrapbooking Day, so I made some scrapbook pages. I only got one photographed before it got too late so I'll have to share more later in the week.

This Designer Series Paper (DSP) is from Epic Day. They are kind of hard to see in these photos, but the background is a bunch of words. They say things like courageous, happy, insightful, honest, bold, strong, delightful, independent... The words made me think of my daughters, so I had to make a scrapbook page with them on it.

 The title and the words along the left side are from the retiring set, Loving Thoughts. I tried to leave lots of space so I didn't cover the words on the DSP. Instead of making a tag with the date on it, I used the Remember This Rotary Stamp to stamp, "This happened on..." Because of the way the rotary stamp works, I was able to set the date to day these pictures were taken.

This photo was taken at an angle to make my girls look even taller than they are! :) Actually, I thought it would show how I used Stampin' Dimensionals to pop up the title and the other word stamp between the Pool Party and River Rock layers. I also popped up the starburst.

 I love this stamp from Starburst sayings - You make the world a better place. It definitely applies to my girls. I also love that there are matching framelits so I can use the Big Shot to cut it out.

 It's kind of blurry, but this is the little piece above the date. The stamp is from the retired Sale-a-Bration set, Sprinkled Expressions, and says - Love you just the way you are. This close-up shows how I used my distressing tool to distress the edges.

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Hope you got a change to do some scrapping today!