Happy Halloween to My Little Pumpkin, Theä!

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It’s been a while since I’ve posted! Shame on me!! But I’m posting today! On a personal note, I’ve been having a few health problems which has landed me in the ER four times in the past four months, including this month (along with an Urgent Care visit). I’m doing okay for now but hoping that someone can fix me at some point! LOL! I still have another procedure to get through and then go from there. Moving on to a much happier topic . . . (BE SURE TO SEE SPECIAL AT BOTTOM OF POST!)

I made the cutest Halloween Card for my “Little Pumpkin”! Theä is my granddaughter who is 2 1/2 years old. She is in Texas and I’m in Illinois! I’m from Texas as well as my entire family of many generations. My husband (who is from Illinois) and I moved to IL on May 12, 2008. We haven’t got to spend a lot of time with Theä since she was born but I’m so thankful for Face Book and FaceTime! I’ll include some pictures of her in her Wonder Woman costume for Halloween. But first let me share my card I made for her. I usually refer to her as my “Little Pumpkin” when I’m talking to her so I just loved how my card turned out.

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I also made Halloween Tags for treat bags that my daughter, Tenaya, bought for Halloween goodies. These treat bags were for Theä’s classmates at her school she attends two days a week. These tags were so much fun to make!! I used Jar of Haunts Stamp Set from the Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalog as well as the Jar of Love Stamp Set from the Annual Catalog. I used the large jar from the Jar of Love. There is SO MUCH you can do with these two stamp set including the coordinating framlits!

For the tags I used Pumpkin Pie & Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write Markers for Candy Corn in the jar. I also used Pumpkin Pie marker for the “dripping goo”.  I used Stampin’ Dimensionals under the front jar with the pumpkin face on it.

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Here are pictures that Tenaya sent me after receiving Theä’s Halloween Card & Tags!

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My beautiful “Little Pumpkin”! I just LOVE her so much! She is certainly a WONDER!

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For the tags I used Pumpkin Pie & Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write Markers for Candy Corn in the jar. I also used Pumpkin Pie marker for the “dripping goo”.  I used Stampin’ Dimensionals under the front jar with the pumpkin face on it.

Price: $110.00

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Stampin’ Up! Special . . . 

2016-10-su-specialTHIS SPECIAL ENDS OCTOBER 31ST!!

Week Two ~ Special Offers at 25% Discount!

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This is WEEK TWO of Stampin’ Up!’s 25% discount on a handful of items from the 2016 Annual Catalog!  Be sure to add these items to your Holiday Catalog order! AND don’t forget to check out the CLEARANCE RACK while you are at it! Who doesn’t LOVE a great bargain! Here are the items discounted starting today and click HERE for more information on these products!

Special Offer Week 2

Special Offer Week 2

PAPER PUMPKIN SPECIAL:

BOGO ~ First Paper Pumpkin Subscribers ~ CLICK HERE for more information about this GREAT DEAL! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this Delightful, Crafting, Surprise! Every month!

I hope I’ve not overwhelmed you with all that is going on! If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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Hello September & Stampin’ Up!’s 2016 Holiday Catalog ~ NOW LIVE!

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How exciting that September is here and fall is just around the corner, not to mention cool, crisp weather! In addition to this excitement is the NEW 2016 Holiday Catalog that just went LIVE today! There are so many AMAZING products to be used for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and The New Year whether it’s for making cards, projects, treat bags, gift tags, gifts and the list goes on and on! Be sure to check out all the wonderful kits that SU offers! These kits are also great for a family project to do with kids. Click on the catalog image to download the holiday catalog!

Stampin' Up!'s 2016 Holiday Catalog

Stampin’ Up!’s 2016 Holiday Catalog

CHECK OUT THESE HOLIDAY SAMPLES . . . (SO MANY MORE)

Quick & Easy p. 4-5

Quick & Easy p. 4-5

Bundle & Save 10% p. 52

Bundle & Save 10% p. 52

Twinkle Tree p. 28

Twinkle Tree p. 28

Basket of Wishes p. 49

Basket of Wishes p. 49

Halloween Treat p. 54

Halloween Treat p. 54

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST . . .

The Thoughtful Branches Limited Edition bundle set is STILL available ONLY while supplies last! Stampin’ Up! announced that they will continue to sell the Beautiful Branches bundle while supplies last. BUT once the current supply is out, it’s gone forever and will not be included in future catalogs! I’ve been torn about getting this set because I’ve seen some AMAZING cards and projects using this bundle! To see more information on this item click HERE! You can also buy these items separately.

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Thoughtful Branches Item #144328

SPECIAL OFFER . . .

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Between Sept 1 and Sept 21, Stampin’ Up! is offering a 25% discount on a handful of items from the 2016 Annual Catalog! There will be 3 weeks with DIFFERENT Special Offers! The first week will be Sept 1 through Sept 7! So be sure to check back each week to see NEW Special Offers! Be sure to add these items to your Holiday Catalog order! AND don’t forget to check out the CLEARANCE RACK while you are at it! Who doesn’t LOVE a great bargain! Here are the items discounted starting today and click HERE for more information!

Special Offer Week 1

Special Offer Week 1

PAPER PUMPKIN SPECIAL:

BOGO ~ First Paper Pumpkin Subscribers ~ CLICK HERE for more information about this GREAT DEAL! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this Delightful, Crafting, Surprise! Every month!

I hope I’ve not overwhelmed you with all that is going on! If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

ONE MORE THING . . . if you have been visiting my blog, you know I’ve had issues with my subscription widget. If you subscribe, you WILL get a confirmation email to confirm your subscription BUT for some reason when I post NO email notification is being sent out letting you know I have a new post. I’m waiting on Tech Support (once again) to help me out with this issue. I sincerely apologize for this inconvenience! 

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Time is Running Out on Thoughtful Branches!

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ON A PERSONAL NOTE . . . I’ve had trouble with my MailMunch Subscription Widget that is located in the Right Side Bar of my Web site. You know . . . where you enter your email address and then click Subscribe Here! so you can receive an email whenever I create a post to be shared with you. EVIDENTLY IT HAS NEVER WORKED! UGH! I’ll let you in on a little secret, I’m the only one who has handled the creation of my Web site. I’m am not a technology guru but I know just enough to get me by and that includes trial and error! So are this has been my only problem! Knock on wood! That being said please read the FYI below!

FYI . . . If you have received an email confirmation to confirm subscribing to my blog, it’s because you had subscribed in the past. I’ve tested this out with two other email addresses (one being my daughter) and so far receiving an email confirmation works! So all you need to do is CONFIRM! Easy Peasy! Now the true test is when I upload today’s post, I will be able to confirm that “yep, it’s working”! Keeping my fingers crossed!

ONE MORE THING . . . If you receive an email confirmation and then visit my blog, please leave me a comment on today’s post. That way I will know that I don’t have to update your information since you had subscribed in the past at some point. I do have a list of emails that had subscribed in the past. That way I will know that I don’t need to go back and update your information. Thank you so much in advance! I apologize for any inconvenience as well! 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT . . . 

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The last date to get this exclusive, limited-time bundle Thoughtful Branches is Aug. 31st! That is tomorrow! I have seen so many wonderful cards AND projects using this bundle. Of course, you can do plenty with just the stamp set as well! I personally don’t have this bundle or even the stamp set but I wanted to share it with you just in case it’s a “I can’t live without this!” type of emotion! 😉 This bundle is ONLY available August 31, 2016 or until supplies last! Personally, I really LOVE this set and I’ve been just itching to order! I posted about this back on Aug. 8th if you want to go back and check out more images with this bundle.

STAMPIN’ UP! SPECIAL:

BOGO ~ First Paper Pumpkin Subscribers ~ CLICK HERE for more information about this GREAT DEAL! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this Delightful, Crafting, Surprise! Every month!

If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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Every Blessing Christmas Card

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Yes, it’s that time when we card makers need to be thinking ahead about our Christmas cards. This Christmas card design is for my MIL. I’m thrilled with how it turned out and better yet, she LOVES it as well. Yeah! I used her stamp set, Every Blessing, which is retired from the last Annual Catalog 2015-2016. I used Gold Vellum card stock from Hobby Lobby since Stampin’ Up! doesn’t carry that item. I embossed it using the Lucky Stars Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. I love how it turned out! I also used Gold Glitz Dazzling Details in the middle of the star. Believe me, it looks stunning in person! (If you are interested in the stamp set, you could check on eBay for availability.)

Here is an image of the Every Blessing Stamp Set . . .

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SUPPLIES:

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STAMPIN’ UP! SPECIAL:

BOGO ~ First Paper Pumpkin Subscribers ~ CLICK HERE for more information about this GREAT DEAL! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this Delightful, Crafting, Surprise! Every month!

If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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Happy Birthday Travis & PP308 Color Challenge

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Happy birthday to my nephew, Travis! He is just one of three sons to my twin brother, Tony. Yes, I have a twin brother! It’s back to school on Monday for Travis so I LOVE these bright, cheery “Back to School” colors in The Paper Players Color Challenge! Check out the other great cards by the Design Team and other participates!

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After I had made Travis’ card, I made another one but I didn’t use the Lucky Stars Embossing Folder. It’s very CAS (Clean and Simple). It just shows you how you can step up a card by adding something as simple as some textured embossing!

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Supplies:

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Stampin’ Up! Special:

BOGO ~ First Paper Pumpkin Subscribers ~ CLICK HERE for more information about this GREAT DEAL! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this Delightful, Crafting, Surprise! Every month!

If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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BOGO ~ First Time Paper Pumpkin Subscribers!

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BOGO ALERT! I love a great BOGO deal! Right now you can buy one month of Paper Pumpkin and get the second month FREE! Use promo code BOGO at PaperPumpkin.com and PLEASE select me as your demonstrator. Offer ends October 10.

PLEASE NOTE: For the FIRST time ever, FIRST-time subscribers can buy their FIRST month and get their second month completely FREE!

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BOGO Dates: August 11 – October 10, 2016

BOGO Details: Use promo code BOGO at PaperPumpkin.com, pay the regular price of $19.95 USD/$26.95 CAD + tax per month (shipping included in price) and get the second month FREE!

BOGO Note:

  • IMPORTANT – Offer invalid if subscription is suspended or cancelled during the first two months as that will make the offer VOID.
  • After the first two months, the subscription will continue for $19.95 USD/$26.95 CAD + tax per month (shipping included in price) unless cancelled or suspended.
  • BOGO is ONLY for FIRST time subscribers.
  • Not valid on prepaid subscriptions.
  • Ends October 10, 2016 and the last day to subscribe to get the October Kit.
  • Please don’t forget to select me as your demonstrator! 😉

Favorite Past Kits:

2016.6 Banner Surprise Kit

2016.5 Many Manly Occasions Kit

2016.2 Hello Sunshine Kit

2015.12 One Great Year Kit

2015.9 Wiskedly Sweet Treat Kit

2015.10 Blissful Bouquet Kit2015.8 Chalk it Up To Love Kit

 

I, personally, started subscribing to Paper Pumpkin last August and I have LOVED each and every kit! Plus it’s like getting a GIFT every month OR you can even GIFT your kit to someone else for birthdays, Christmas, a thank you gift or a just because gift! Unbox and unwind with Paper Pumpkin! Whether you are a stamping pro or a newbie, you’ll love Paper Pumpkin! Each kit is a new surprise filled with all the stamps, ink, embellishments, and paper you need to make amazing cards and and sometimes it could be a 3-D projects or home decor! Instructions included! Once you sign up you’ll also receive a monthly email with a video for that month’s kit and alternate ideas for the kit! SWEET, huh?!

On a personal note . . . I’ve had trouble with my MailMunch Subscription Widget that is located in the Right Side Bar of my Web site. You know . . . where you enter your email address and then click Subscribe Here! so you can receive an email whenever I create a post to be shared with you. I let you in on a little secret, I’m the only one who has handled the creation of my Web site. I’m am not a technology guru but I know just enough to get me by and that includes trial and error! Well this is one of them! LOL! I was hoping that I had it fixed but no, not at this time! I’m still working with MailChimp PlugIn support on how to get it fixed. Response times are 24+ hours! Ugh! I will keep you posted one when it is up and working . . . until, PLEASE check back to see new posts!

If you have any questions, please contact me! Until next time, have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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Thoughtful Branches ~ Exclusive, Limited-Time Bundle!

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First things first, how about this exclusive, limited-time bundle Thoughtful Branches! I have seen so many wonderful cards AND projects using this bundle. Of course, you can do plenty with just the stamp set as well! I personally don’t have this bundle or even the stamp set but I wanted to share it with you just in case it’s a “I can’t live without this!” type of emotion! 😉 This bundle is ONLY available between August 2 and 31, 2016 or until supplies last!

Thoughtful Branches

Thoughtful Branches

ALSO . . . You can use this set through out the year for ALL FOUR SEASONS and MANY OCCASIONS! Notice the cards created below as just some examples! You stamp set is REALLY versatile! Now that is what I call SWEET!

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On a personal note. . . I’ve had trouble with my MailMunch Subscription Widget that is located in the Right Side Bar of my Web site. You know . . . where you enter your email address and then click Subscribe Here! so you can receive an email whenever I create a post to be shared with you. I let you in on a little secret, I’m the only one who has handled the creation of my Web site. I’m am not a technology guru but I know just enough to get me by and that includes trial and error! Well this is one of them! LOL! I’m hoping that I have it fixed FINALLY! But no one will know unless they RESUBSCRIBE!

I’m testing it out with this post . . . I’ll come back and update this post on how it works out for me! Until then, if you see this post check out this bundle while it’s available!

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A Banners Birthday~The Paper Players #306/SUO Challenge #154

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I created a birthday card for a card challenge which is a Tic-Tac-Toe Challenge. I decided on the challenge using enamel dots, patterned paper, and die cut. Well . . . I didn’t have the right enamel dots so I substituted some gold sequins from my Paper Pumpkin Kit from June. I also entered my card in the SU-Only Challenge #154 – Delightful Dies challenge (I love that they ONLY allow Stampin’ Up! products!) I was able to use my new Bunch of Banners Framelits that just arrived yesterday! Love it! I went with Mint Macaron and Crumb Cake as I love that combination as the Mint Macaron just POPS against the Crumb Cake! My picture doesn’t do it justice but I hope you like it! (Just added a better photo!) 

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Here is a better photo . . . well, as better as I know how to get it! LOL!

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Here is the Paper Players Tic-Tac-Toe Challenge . . .

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Supplies . . . 

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If you have any questions or need help with anything, please feel free to contact me! Have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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Paper Pumpkin Special! What a Deal for 31 Hours!

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pp_one-day-deal_demo-headerI LOVE subscribing to Paper Pumpkin! I bet you would too and now you can give it a try for ONLY $5 for your first kit! You get the June kit for ONLY $5 and that is a great deal! There is ABSOLUTELY NO OBLIGATION to continue to receive the kits. Once you receive your first kit for $5 and decide to continue, then the regular price is $19.95 and that includes shipping and tax.

Here are the details:

  • 31 HOURS ONLY get your first kit for ONLY $5!
  • Offer is for FIRST-TIME subscribers only.
  • Offer starts on Thursday, June 9 (TODAY) at 5:00 PM MT (6:00 PM CST) and ends Friday, June 10 at 11:50 PM MT.
  • Go to www.mypaperpumpkin.com to sign up.
  • Please select me as your demonstrator.

EASY PEASY PEOPLE! Believe me, you’ll LOVE receiving this “creativity in a box”! It includes everything you need to get creating!

If you have any questions or need help with anything, please feel free to contact me! Have a Beautiful & Blessed Day!

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