November Stamp of the Month Art #16

Art by Kathryn Wafer

Our new Ruby ink is used here and is gorgeous.  Its rich color is beautiful, used to stamp a background out of the month stamps.  The rounded corners of the rectangle pieces bring a continuity in combination with the oval focal point.

November Stamp of the Month Art #15

Art by Janice Hodgkin

What a nice idea for a "Save the Date" card.  These are so popular now - - we all seem to receive them as soon as a wedding date has been set.  Calendars get full so far ahead in our busy lives, that it's important to know to "save the date!"

November Stamp of the Month Art #14

Art by Melissa McBride

I've always loved the phrase, "Oh, Happy Day!"  It just makes me smile.  This card could be in celebration of anything!  A birthday, anniversary, graduation, special accomplishment, promotion . . . you name it!

November Stamp of the Month Art #13

Art by Sue Laufer

I love this idea for a Birthday Card!  Stamping consecutive months and then emphasizing the birthdate is just a great and simple way to make it special.

November Stamp of the Month Art #12

Art by Jeannine Friend

Speaking of butterflies . . . This lovely one is cut using Cricut Artiste.  It was then given its shimmer, using Almond Glitz Glitter Gel (Z1769 - $2.75)  To add balance to that shimmer, Jeannine added three tiny little sparkles from our "Brown & Tan Sparkle Assortment" (Z1753 - $2.95)  Don't you just love it that we have SO many embellishments that are under $5?????

November Stamp of the Month Art #11

Art by Kelly Hammonds

"Time Flies" . . . What better accent to use than our "Flutter Paper Shapes?" (Z1463 - $5.95 for 68 butterflies)  These little flutteries work so great because they are black and white.  This means they are completely customizable!  Is that a word? :-)  Sponge with any color so they match your artwork.

November Stamp of the Month Art #10

Art by Elizabeth Hawley

Our Burlap Ribbon (Z1760 - $7.95 for 5 yards) is a wonderful accent to our Typeset papers.  The rustic look of both make the perfect combination.

November Stamp of the Month Art #9

Art by Darlys Recker

Another terrific use of the journaling box!  Darlys created another wonderful graduation card here, and the notebook-style paper from our "Scholastic" papers provides the perfect background.

November Stamp of the Month Art #8

Art by Debi Gardner

Here's a great example using the journaling box that comes in this set.  It reads "LIFE: EXPERIENCE IT."  Then Debi filled in more from a Halloween set, saying "Trick or Treat."  All providing a nice subdued background to the bold "October 31."

November Stamp of the Month Art #7

Art by Tina Dupin

This little 3 x 3 would make a handy little birthday gift enclosure card.  Such a simple thing to make, and yet it is personalized to the person you're gifting!  I love quick simplicity like this, that still is meaningful.

November Stamp of the Month Art #6

Art by Shannon Law

Wouldn't this make a great card for a graduate?  Customize the look of your numbers, using any shape frame you like from our Cricut cartridges.

November Stamp of the Month Art #5

Art by Julie Reynolds

A simple and elegant anniversary card, this is embellished with our new Silver Shimmer Trim.  The added sparkle is perfect for a silver anniversary! 

November Stamp of the Month Art #4

Art by Becky Mackenstadt

Such a great Western feel to this card.  Becky uses the wood grain BT paper from our Dakota papers, along with its paisley bandana type print, and an accent of black.  The embellishments are PERFECTION with the Baker's Twine tied around, and the pearl buttons (fresh off her cowboy's shirt?)  Actually - - those buttons are available as part of our "Wrangler Assortment" embellishment pack: 6 of these buttons, and 3 embroidered patches, all conveniently adhesive backed.  This assortment is only $5.95.  See it on Page 128 of the Fall Winter Idea Book.

November Stamp of the Month Art #3

Art by Maggie Cameron

Artiste cuts here provide the layered mats - a great complement to the jack-o-lantern!  The Stamp of the Month images here are stamped on little tag ends, to add the date.  What a great addition to any specific holiday card!

November Stamp of the Month Art #2

Art by Leslie Ann Chivers

I love the versatility of numbers and letters in this set!  FOUR different styles of numbers . . . TWO different styles of months!  Plus the extras of a journal block and word labels.  The abbreviated month, used here, is perfect for small internal area stamping, as in the middle of this wreath.

November Stamp of the Month Art #1

Art by Cathy Stai

Can you figure out the mystery in the message?

"One and two are before three . . ."  In Cathy's own words, "It can be really strange up there in my creative brain!" :-)

Welcome to Christmas Past

When you hear "holiday season" . . . What comes to mind?  Think past any stress or demands.  When you were a little girl, what did you think of?  The sweet smells of spiced cider and Christmas cookies?  Spending time with loved ones, when you just enjoyed being together?  Maybe even a cozy time of some fun Christmas craft projects?  All with the background of soft Christmas carols . . .

Take yourself back to your childhood with my Christmas Card Extravaganza.  Choose a time that works for you and join me at my home!  Enjoy spiced cider and delicious shortbread.  Christmas music will softly play in the background while you sit with friends (old or new) and create 20 Christmas cards!

There will be 4 stations, and you will move at your own pace.  No hurried schedule here!  You have up to 3 hours, and you will make 5 cards each, of 4 different designs - a total of 20 cards.  The cost is only $10 when you place a $25 order, or if no order - just $25.

TODAY is the day to reserve this time in your holiday schedule!  Pick what works best for you, and register right away to reserve your spot:

Friday, Nov. 30 - 6pm
Saturday, Dec. 1 - 10am or 3pm
Sunday, Dec. 2 - 2pm