Thanks a Million
I came in second place in sales for the first quarter of this year in the TOPICS! (Touching Others with Paper, Ink, Creativity and Stamps!) Stampers Group based out of Katy, TX and the Pieces of Heart Stampers Group founded here in St. Louis. The top sales honor went to my dear friend Judy Sumner. For this achievement, I was privileged to receive a Million Dollar Prize from Penny Thomas, leader of the TOPICS! Stampers Group . The prize consisted of a box of Stampin’ UP! products such as Whisper White cardstock, Dimensionals, Snail Adhesive and other things I use on a regular basis. They're like bread, milk & eggs for your kitchen.
I have a great group of customers who made this happen and I am blessed to have them. The people who I meet in connection with Stampin’ UP! are some the best people you will ever meet hands down.
I sent this Z fold card to Penny thanking her for such generosity.
Inspiration: Lee Conrey
Stamps: Word Play
Paper: Whisper White, Real Red, Lucky Limeade, Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper
Ink: Real Red
Tools & Accessories: Sizzix Big Shot. Scallop Square Duo Die, Flower Daisies 2 Die, Summer Smooches Fabrid Brads (sold out), Dimensionals
Love & Sympathy
Sympathy cards are not on my top 10 list of cards to make but essential to have on hand when needed. This beautiful card met a two-fold purpose and thank goodness it was not for a purpose intended. My stampers requested a sympathy card and just loved making this one. Wisteria Wonder is such a soothing and peaceful shade. I always try to listen closely to my customers comments and try harder to remember them.
The second purpose for this card was for my monthly challenge with the Pieces of Heart Stampin’ UP! group. There were some lovely cards made for this task and I always enjoy spending time with my peeps. They are the best!!
Inspiration: Jen Sannes
Stamps: Love & Sympathy
Paper: Wisteria Wonder, Pear Pizazz, Whisper White, Berry Blossoms Designer Paper Series
Ink: Wisteria Wonder Stampin Write Marker, Pear Pizazz Stampin Write Markers, Basic Gray
Accessories: Sizzix Big Shot, Flower Fusion Sizzlit, Basic Pearls, 5/8” Whisper White Satin Ribbon, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack
Best of Everything
This is another card that will inspire or encourage a friend in need.
Stamp Set: Best of Everything
Paper: Pocketful of Posies Designer Series Paper, Early Espresso So Saffron, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Early Espresso, So Saffron, Early Espresso Stampin' Write Marker, Pear Pizzazz Stampin' Write Marker
Tools & Accessories: 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, Triple Flower Punch (retired) Pinking Hearts Border Punch, Curly Label Punch, Neutrals Brads, Stampin' Dimensionals
Beau Chateau Wishes
I made this card a while back for my dear friend & upline, Pam D’Urso when she was under the weather. I finally got around to putting it in my camp line-up and it was a favorite of all my stampers. The Beau Chateau Designer Paper is one of my favorites and I will be sad to see it retire.
Inspired by: Sandy Mathis
Stamp Sets: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Card Stock: Naturals Ivory, Marina Mist, Soft Suede Designer Series Paper: Beau Chateau
Ink Pads: Soft Suede
Tools: Big Shot, Beautiful Wings Embosslit, 1/2" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, Word Window Punch, Scallop Trim Border Punches, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Stamping Sponge, BasicPearls, Marina Mist 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensionals
Summer Smoochin’
I’m loving Stampin’ UP!’s new Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper. The colors are so vivid and lively. This is one fun card and super easy to make.
Inspired by: Mary Fish
Stamp Set: Happiest Birthday Wishes
Paper: Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper), Daffodil Delight, Island Indigo, Whisper White,
Ink: Island Indigo
Tools & Accessories: 2 1/2" Circle Punch, Scallop Border Punch, Daffodil Delight 1/2' Seam Binding Ribbon, Paper-Piercing Tool, Mat Pack, Silver Mini Brads
I’m Here for You
This is a cheerful card sure to brighten someone’s day. When we have a friend who is going through a particularly difficult time, this card would make a big impact on getting them out of the dumps. It can be easily be adapted for any occasion with the Petite Pairs stamp set.
Inspired by: Mary Fish
Stamp Set: Bordering On Romance, Petite Pairs
Paper: Twitterpated Designer Series Paper, Blushing Bride, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Stazon Black
Tools & Accessories: Sizzix Big Shot, Adorning Accents Edgelit Die, Blossom Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Blushing Bride 3/8" Pleated Satin Ribbon, Subtles Brads, Mat Pack, Paper Piercing Tool, Stampin' Dimensionals