Nov 13, 2012 | Business Opportunity, cards, specials
There are some Stampin' Up! sets that I love in theory but sometimes find it hard to create with….not sure why…but Everything Eleanor is one of them. I love the images, but can't always create something to my satisfaction….but I _do_ like this one! The label image and sentiment were stamped first, then masked with scrap paper so that the swirls stamped afterwards appear to go behing the label. I was really happy with how this one turned out, except for one thing… I found that my new format Rich Razzleberry pad was sooooo juicy that the ink would get onto my fingers and then I'd end up smudging the cardfront. Happily, that's what embellishments help with – I placed the smallest of Paper Daisies onto the card to cover up some of the smudges, and then added a little bling with Basic Rhinestone.
Oh…by the way, if you'd like to get your hands on a full SET of those new format ink pads for FREE – please contact me! Buy a starter kit and not only will you get a ready-made home based business, you'll get a free set of ink pads! This is a great way to give your business a boost (or, let's face it, supply your crafting habit…LOL). Host a workshop with sales of $575 or more and you can also get a free set of ink pads! (or do both and get TWO sets of ink pads!!!!). This deal only lasts until December 16th – so don't miss out!!
Nov 2, 2012 | cards, Christmas
Here's another potential selection for the Christmas Card Clinics (which are coming up very soon!). This one uses the Big Shot to make a textured background for the Snow Swirled tree. I love how the pattern of the background is similar to the floral/stars part of the tree image.
New this year at my Card Clinics is the option to purchase some "bling" that you can then add onto your card of choice. This card has a bit of Dazzling Details on the floral images, but could also be jazzed up with the basic rhinestones or pearls.
See more details on the card clinics on the events page and you can register there as well! If you have questions or would prefer to pay in cash, please contact me directly.
Oct 24, 2012 | Announcements, cards, Christmas, Events
I've posted 4 of the choices for the Christmas Card Clinics that I've scheduled for November. The dates are: Friday November 9th, Saturday, November 10th, Saturday, November 17th and Wednesday November 21st. You choose which date works best for you, and which card you'd like to create. Cost is $30 for 10 cards of one design, $2.50 for each additional card of the same design thereafter. I've added an option this year for you to add on an order of Basic Pearls, Basic Rhinestones or a bottle of Dazzling Details for you to bling up your cards as you desire.
Here is one of the card options. I plan on posting a few more choices over the next few days as well. The Clinic photo album is at the right on the blog, or try this link to go directly to the options.
The card clinic is a great way to get a bunch of cards done quickly and easily. Pick the design of your choice, I will cut and prepare all the materials and have them waiting for you on your clinic date. You come to my place in Burlington, stamp and assemble, and take your cards home to sign and mail! Beautiful handmade cards without too much fuss or muss. I look forward to helping you spread the holiday spirit :) Please contact me if you have any questions, or wish to register. You can also register through the Yamstamps event page, through the paypal link.
Oct 22, 2012 | cards, Christmas, TV/Video/Web/Tech
This is one of the fun cards we did in this month's Christmas Stamp a Stack. Using the Be of Good Cheer Designer Series Paper as a background makes for a quick design. The image is a stamp from the Seasonal Sayings set, available in Stampin' Up!'s Holiday catalogue. The big news is that Stampin' Up! is trialling single stamp sales. You can purchase single stamps from a number of sets until January 2nd. So the Christmas image in the card (cropped a bit for the card design) can be purchased on its own! The card was finished off with a bit of Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon – used backwards so the plain side shows, Gumball Green cardstock cut with one of the Apothecary Accents Framelits, and black Basics Glimmer brads.
In other news – you may have seen this if you follow my twitter feed or are a fan of the Yamstamps facebook page – I've got an app!! You can download the Yamstamps app for Androids HERE. It's still awaiting final approval before it's listed in the itunes store for iphones. It's a free app and I'd love feedback on it!
Oct 18, 2012 | cards
Have you ever struggled to find a good design for your handmade cards? Here's a hint – just copy the layout of a card you've already made! Take a look at this thank you card I made…now look down the page a bit (if you're on the yamstamps blog itself..) and take a look at the masculine ship card a couple of posts ago….see?! Same layout, different feel! Both feature the same basic design, including the notched strip of designer series paper, the focal element and the extra design feature at the bottom right of the card 🙂 Easy peasy. This version uses the Patio Party Designer Series Paper, the Papillon Potpourri set and the Curly Cute stamp set, all from Stampin' Up. I also used the large oval punch and the Elegant Butterfly punch for the accents.
We made this card in our Stampers club get together the other evening. If you're interested in joining the Stampers Club and earning free hostess dollars, see the event page or contact me for more information.
There's a great hostess special for November…and I still have a few openings for in home classes! Contact me if you want first choice of dates; I'll be looking to fill my calendar by the end of this week.
Oct 11, 2012 | cards
Stampin' Up!'s The Open Sea stamp set is great for non-flowery cards! Here's a great masculine card done in Basic Gray, with a touch of colour from the Howlstooth and Scaringbone Designer Series Paper. I love that the colours are Hallowe'en-ish but the design can be used for other occasions. When you use strips of DSP, you can stretch your stash really far as well.
I'll be prepping for the monthly gathering of the Stamp Club members, as well as for the upcoming Christmas Stamp a Stacks. For October, Stamp a Stack attendees will be receiving a package of Glimmer Brads to dress up their cards. If you're interested in attending, please contact me or sign up on the Events page. Dates are Thursday, October 18th and Sunday, October 21st. The projects are different each month, so if you attended in September, you'll be getting a stack of new ideas!
By the way, if you record the date in month-day-year format…today is 10-11-12! One of my Facebook friends pointed that out! Thanks Laura 🙂 Hope it's a good day for all of you.
There are some Stampin' Up! sets that I love in theory but sometimes find it hard to create with….not sure why…but Everything Eleanor is one of them. I love the images, but can't always create something to my satisfaction….but I _do_ like this one! The label image and sentiment were stamped first, then masked with scrap paper so that the swirls stamped afterwards appear to go behing the label. I was really happy with how this one turned out, except for one thing… I found that my new format Rich Razzleberry pad was sooooo juicy that the ink would get onto my fingers and then I'd end up smudging the cardfront. Happily, that's what embellishments help with – I placed the smallest of Paper Daisies onto the card to cover up some of the smudges, and then added a little bling with Basic Rhinestone. 
