169- Marni's Cupcake Birthday Card

This card was a complete case- I wanted to make Marni a bday card that used the cupcake set and was pink- and this just fit the bill perfectly. I absolutely adore the final product- I had never used these colours together and really love it.

Recipe:

Stamp Set: Crazy for Cupcakes

Ink: Regal Rose, Night of Navy, Chocolate Chip, Rose Red

Paper: Regal Rose, Night of Navy, Whisper White

Accessories: 5/8" Regal Rose grosgrain ribbon, ticket corner punch, scallop edge punch

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Christmas Swap

This year has just been fantastic for me- not only did I discover stamping I also started stamping with a fantastic group of stampers I had participated in a few demonstrator swaps and thought that a lot of my customers might be interested as well. I organized a swap amongst my stampers this Christmas and the results were amazing. I wasn't sure if anyone would participate but people did! Yay! I am absolutely thrilled with the results and the feedback has been really positive. This is definitely the first of many swaps to come!

From top to bottom: Katrina MacAlpine, Tali Douglas, Tamara Snell, Marni Shelson, Rebecca Snell

Christmas Swaps 2

These were made by two super talented Kirkland Lake Stampers- Julie Weisflock and Jenn. They sent them down here so they could participate and I'm really grateful. Julie and I made a shaker at Thanksgiving and I think I created a monster!

My Cards for the Swap

These are the cards that I made for the swap. The first is one that I made for the Megameeting and I knew I wanted to share it with everyone since we all love Deer Friends!!

Recipe:

Stamp Sets: Deer Friends, Warm Words

Ink: Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip, Riding Hood Red

Paper: Riding Hood Red, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, Kiwi Kiss

Accessories: 5/8" Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon, scallop edge punch, circle punches


The next card is a complete case. As soon as I saw it I knew that I had to buy it. I absolutely adore the ribbon- it is double sided and so satiny!

Recipe:

Stamp Sets: Snow Swirled, Many Merry Messages

Ink: Kiwi Kiss

Paper: Whisper White, Kiwi Kiss

Accessories: Ticket corner punch, Kiwi kiss/very vanilla ribbon, filigree brads

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And finally I wanted to make a shaker for the swap. My swappers were lucky enough to get 2 shakers thanks to Julie's! I also wanted to use beads for the first time- I have been intrigued for a little while. I am super happy with the finished product- I really like how it turned out.

Recipe:

Stamp Set: Two Cool Dudes

Ink: Perfect Plum

Paper: Perfect Plum, Whisper White

Accessories: Coluzzle, 1 1/4" circle punch, iridescent embossing, acetate, silver beads, cropodile, jumbo pewter eyelet, elegant eggplant ribbon, crystal effects, dazzling diamonds

20% off All Retired Sets

Hi everyone,



Until December 23rd I will be offering 20% off of all retiring stamp sets. The list can be found here:



http://www.stampinup.com/ca/documents/Retired_Lists_CA2.pdf



Also until December 23rd, there is free shipping on all orders over $100. If you were thinking of stocking up on Stampin Up supplies this is the perfect time!



As always if you have any questions please let me know



Happy Holidays,

Shauna

Hot Chocolate and Gift Card Holder

I am definitely a blog hopper and most definitely a caser when I see something great. There is a demo here in Ontario named Andrea Walford who just creates brilliant projects. As soon as I saw this I knew I had to case it as it is just brilliant for Christmas gifts. I love to give gift cards- I mean it's the gift of shopping! Adding a packet of Hot Chocolate is just such a nice touch. This was actually super easy to make too- really all you need is some sticky strip and anyone can make this.

Recipe:

Stamp Set: Snow Swirled

Paper: Baha Breeze, Chocolate Chip, Ski Slope DSP

Accessories: 5/8" Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon, sticky strip, versamark, scalloped edge punch, bone folder

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168- Top Notz Tuxedo Card

This is another tuxedo card for my card set. I did get the idea for the card and the small flower from Baroque Motifs around the edge from the source card but I switched it around a bit so I could use my new punch and stamp from the curly label bundle. I really like how it turned out- I am enjoying making just black and white cards.

Recipe:

Stamp Set: Baroque Motifs, Cute and Curly

Ink: Basic Black

Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black

Accessories: White embossing, Curly Label Punch, Top Notz die

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