Pink Pirouette Pocket Silhouettes!

I just can't believe we have nearly ended

the first month of 2010 already!

With January almost at an end I thought I would share with you

one last Inspiration for my stamp set of the month -

Pocket Silhouettes!

This is the make and take card we made at Mandy's house yesterday featuring Pocket Silhouettes and Pink Pirouette! With a splash of Chocolate of course :-)

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes

Ink: Chocolate Chip

Card: Chocolate Chip, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White,

Chocolate Chip Patterns DS

Accessories: Chocolate Chip 1" Double Stitch Grosgrain Ribbon, Silver Brads

Tools: Eyelet Border Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Scallop Square Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Piercer ( for brads), Adhesives including Dimensionals.

The Scallop Square Punch was used to create the neat little label by punching it and trimming down with scissors.

We finished off the inside of the card with Pink Pirouette under the ribbon also. The join of the ribbon is hidden nicely away under the label on the front. The 1/2" Circle punch has a neat little cross in the back of it, so we used to this to line up the corners of the white stamped card piece, this gave it a ticket like corner finish.

This is such an elegant card. I was inspired to make this card when I had spotted one similar by Sarah Wills. Sarah had made hers in Chocolate Chip and Baja Breeze. This got me thinking... you really could put almost any colour with the chocolate chip that you liked, and this card would look fantastic!

Pocket Silhouettes can be found on
page 72 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $33.95

If you like what you see and would like to
add Pocket Silhouettes to your stamp collection,
There are ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT This month

as I offer this set to you at
my Special Price of only $28
That's a saving of over 15%
Order your set today!

Offer only available during January 2010 and must be purchased through me.

NOTE: These are the last 2 days of my FREE Post also. As of 1st Feb post will be charged at Stampin' Up!'s rate of 5%. I will cap this postal charge at $5 for orders over $100.

Save 15% on Pocket Silhouettes and FREE post!

Have you had a chance to check out the

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Click here to see these 4 lovely sets.

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(Free post offer ends 31st Jan 2010)

For a friend - Pocket Silhouettes!

Adding another idea on how to make the most of the

Stamp Set of the Month this month -

Pocket Silhouettes,

I'd like to share this eye catching card with you.

This was the card we made as our make and take at Barbara's workshop last week.

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes

Ink: Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip

Card: Kiwi Kiss, Whisper White, Summer Sun,

Good Morning Sunshine DS Papers

Accessories: Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon, Silver Brad

Tools: Eyelet Border Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, Trio Flower Punch, Horizontal Slot Punch, Paper Piercer (for brad), Dauber, and Adhesives including Dimensionals.

The cute little flower is two layers created by 2 of the punches from the Flower Trio. When you place the brad in the centre you can curl the petals up a bit and it gives a cute 3D little flower embellishment.

TOP TIP: I did learn a good lesson with getting the eyelet border effect through two layers that I'd like to share... as you may notice, I have punched through DS and card stock together. This is not easy... my lesson... don't try this at home! lol. No really, it was quite an effort to punch through both layers with the eyelet border. BUT I did discover however a much easier way I'd like to share. Punch the edge of the card stock with your border punch first. Then adhere the DS over the punched area. Looking from the underside you can see where you had punched the card stock. Line this up again with your punch and now you will only be punching through the DS that was adhered over the top of the already punched card. Funny how you discover little tricks!

Pocket Silhouettes can be found on

page 72 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $33.95

If you like what you see and would like to

add Pocket Silhouettes to your stamp collection,

This month I am offering this set to you at

my Special Price of only $28

That's a saving of over 15%

Order your set today!

Offer only available during January 2010 and must be purchased through me.

Stamp-a-stacks a sell out!

Last weekend I held the second ever of my stamp-a-stack classes... and to my delight, they were fully booked in just 3 hours of announcing them being on! A big THANKS to everyone for such great support. We really do have fun with these classes...

here's what we made this time round.

Set 1 featured Circle Circus teamed up with your favourite greeting from Life Definitions or Sincere Salutations, this set covered both males and females being in Sahara Sand,

Chocolate Chip, & Brocade Blue.

Set 2 of course was based around my Stamp Set of the Month

Pocket Silhouettes.

Sale price during January 2010 purchased only

through me is $28!

saving over 15%

This set looked stunning combining Kraft with

4 of the In-colour range.

(Inspiration for this set came from Marelle Taylor).

Keep an eye out for my next Stamp-a-Stacks coming in March.

Love to have you join us!

(Note: There won't be a S-A-S during February as I will be travelling to Sydney for the last of the preparations for my Sister's Wedding... not to mention a fun hens night out! hee hee hee)

Envelope Card!

Here's a fresh new idea for you that is sure to get a WOW!

I picked this idea up at our Brisbane Regionals and I think it's pretty cute. What it is, is an envelope that has been sealed. 2" has been cut from one end creating the little lid that slides on and off. The larger part of the envelope has then been put through the Paper Crimper. This makes it that little bit smaller than the size of the lid piece, allowing it to tuck neatly inside. Amazing hey? Just add a little card to tuck inside with a special message, and there you go!

I did make a boo boo on my first attempt at this, and crimped the first envelope the wrong way (You need to crimp your envelope in horizontal). Not letting that little boo boo get in the way, what I did was undo the envelope and lay it out on some card stock. I measured around it and created the Certainly Celery base that you can see on one of the cards here...

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes (Stamp Set of the Month),

Sincere Salutations, Curvy Verses,

Ink: Certainly Celery, Pixie Pink

Card: Certainly Celery, Pixie Pink, Whisper White,

Kaleidoscope DS Papers

Accessories: Whisper White Envelopes, Certainly Celery Ribbon,

Soft Subtles Brad

Tools: Paper Crimper, Wide Oval Punch, Designer Label Punch, Round Tab Punch, Daubers, Adhesives including Dimensionals.

Simply Silhouettes!

Amongst making cards with the kids today...

paper, scissors, stamps, ink, & glue covering the craft room,

I managed to squeeze a card in of my own!

Featuring January's Stamp Set of the Month - Pocket Silhouettes.

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes

Ink: Lovely Lilac, Green Galore

Card: Lovely Lilac, Green Galore, Whisper White

Accessories: Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon

Tools: Scallop Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Punch, 1 3/8" Punch, Adhesives including Dimensionals.

Pocket Silhouettes can be found on
page 72 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $33.95

During January I plan to share with you many more ways
of creating with Pocket Silhouettes.

If you like what you see and would like to
add Pocket Silhouettes to your stamp collection,
This month I am offering this set to you at
my Special Price of only $28
That's a saving of over 15%
Order your set today!
Offer only available during January 2010 and must be purchased through me.

Pocket Silhouettes for January!

The summer time, outdoors, fresh air, smiles...

the perfect time for a family photo!

But oh no... with that beautiful bright background...

look... we all look like silhouettes!

Sound Familiar? That's exactly what happened to us when we all said cheese for a family snap shot with the ocean in the background... you can't even see our faces, but gee the water in the background looks lovely! With that photo in mind I have decided on the perfect set to feature this January....

Introducing to you January's Stamp Set of the Month....

Pocket Silhouettes!

Pocket Silhouettes can be found on

page 72 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $33.95

This set is so versatile and very eye catching!

Here are 2 cards I made last night to share with you...

(I didn't even realise until after finishing them, they are both Monochromatic cards,

not my usual, so there you go!)

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes, Sincere Salutations

Ink: Not Quite Navy, VersaMark

Card: Not Quite Navy, Whisper White, Urban Garden DS

Accessories: Ribbon Originals - Dress Up

Tools: Embossing Buddy, Clear Embossing Powder, White Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Adhesives including Dimensionals

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes, Short Order Alphabet

Ink: Summer Sun

Card: Summer Sun, Whisper White, Good Morning Sunshine DS

Tools: Eyelet Border Punch, Adhesives including Dimensionals

During January I plan to share with you many more ways

of creating with Pocket Silhouettes.

If you like what you see and would like to

add Pocket Silhouettes to your stamp collection,

This month I am offering this set to you at

my Special Price of only $28

That's a saving of over 15%

Order your set today!

Offer only available during January 2010 and must be purchased through me.

Last chance to get 'Wild About You!'

It's been a WILD month for sure!

Perfectly fit for my December Stamp Set of the month

'Wild About You!'

Amongst the madness here at my place, I've squeezed in the time to put together a few extra cards for you featuring this set...

Stamps: Wild About You

Ink: Regal Rose, Pumpkin Pie (Marker), Chocolate Chip (Marker)

Card: Regal Rose, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, & Sweet Always DS Paper

Accessories: Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon, Bling.

Tools: Paper Trimmer & Adhesives including Dimensionals

(Inspired from Splitcoast)

Stamps: Wild About You

Ink: Ruby Red, So Saffron (Marker), Old Olive (Marker)

Card: Ruby Red, So Saffron, Whisper White, & Sweet Slumber Specialty DS

Accessories: Baja Breeze Stripe Ribbon, Bling.

Tools: Paper Trimmer & Adhesives including Dimensionals

(Inspired from Splitcoast)

Stamps: Wild About You

Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Riding Hood Red, Baja Breeze

Card: Pumpkin Pie, Riding Hood Red, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Baja Breeze Patterns DSP.

Accessories: Pumpkin Pie Stripe Ribbon

Tools: Paper Trimmer, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Adhesives including Dimensionals.

(Inspired by Dawn E)

Wild About You can be found on
page 60 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95

This is a great set for the school holidays for the kids to have fun with as much as you!

TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY OF THE MONTH

If you would like to get WILD with this set over the holidays
I am offering Wild About You at a
special price of $39
That's a saving of over 15%!

Offer only available during December 2009 and must be purchased through me.

Last orders taken 8pm 31st December 2009.

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Contact me with your order no later than 8pm on the 31st December 2009

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Stamp-a-stacks a hit!

Saturday and today I held my first 2 stamp-a-stack classes, and from the feedback received... they were a real hit! Each stamp-a-stacker took home with them 8 completed cards with matching envelopes ready for that next special occasion.

Look out for more stamp-a-stacks coming in 2010.

Here's what the ladies who attended got to make...

Set 1 featured the new DS Papers from the Summer Mini - Kaleidoscope,

teemed up with Eastern Blooms.

I love the bright fresh summer feeling about these pretty papers.

Set 2 featured none other than my STAMP SET OF THE MONTH

Wild About You!

Sale price during December 2009 purchased only through me is $39!

Saving over 15%.

I love when the creative juices flow at my classes, and always enjoy seeing variations of other ways you can put together a card, and on this occasion at Sat's class I had to take a quick photo of the card Debbie created below. (sorry the pic is not so good this was taken on my camera phone)... isn't it just so cute!!!!!

Each set of 4 are created from the same pre-cut sizes of materials, colours varying, and were shown put together 4 different ways. The option was there to mass produce your favourite, or create all 4 of each card, getting to use lots of different tools and trying out several different techniques.

Keepin with the WILD theme this December!

Although things are a little crazy around here...

getting ready for Christmas, school ends tomorrow,

visitors staying etc...

I can still always find time to chill out and make a card or two

to save me from going WILD!

Here are 2 quick cards I made last night before bed featuring my

December Stamp Set of the Month

'Wild About You!'

Stamps: Wild About You

Ink: Pacific Point, Pumpkin Pie, Kiwi Kiss, Yoyo Yellow

Card: Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango, Kiwi Kiss, Yoyo Yellow, Whisper White

Accessories: Chit Chat Rub-Ons, Tangerine Tango Stripe Ribbon

Tools: Paper trimmer, 1 3/8" Square Punch, Scissors, Adhesives including Dimensionals

Stamps: Wild About You, Party Hearty

Ink: Baja Breeze, Ruby Red, So Saffron

Card: Baja Breeze, Sweet Slumber Specialty DS, Whisper White

Accessories: So Saffron Brads, So Saffron Grosgrain Ribbon,

Googly Eye

Tools: Paper Trimmer, Scissors, Small Hole Punch (for brads), Adhesives including Dimensionals

During December...
I will be sharing with you many creative ways of using
Wild About You.
If you would like to get WILD with this set over the holidays
during the month I am offering it at a
special price of $39
That's a saving of over 15%!

Order your set today!
Offer only available during December 2009 and must be purchased through me.

Let's get WILD ABOUT YOU this December!

The Silly Season, School Holidays, Summer...

we can all be forgiven if we go a little WILD!

Hence my choice of sets this month for

December's Stamp Set of the Month

Wild About You!

Wild About You can be found on

page 60 of the 09/10 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95

This is a great set for the school holidays for the kids to have fun with as much as you!

Here is an oldy of mine that I have made with this set, you may have seen it before cause it's a favourite and I just can't part with it.

I was inspired to make this card from Splitcoast, it features Bella Rose DS and Faux Stitching.

It would make a lovely card for any age recipient.

During December...

I will share with you some creative ways of using

Wild About You.

If you would like to get WILD with this set over the holidays

during the month I am offering it at a

special price of $39

That's a saving of over 15%!

Order your set today!

Offer only available during December 2009 and must be purchased through me.

Time Flies!

No more holding off... now is your last chance to stock up on any goodies you have fallen in love with in the Spring Mini... I am placing my last order this Friday night! (the 27th)

Memo Box made using Walk in the Park DS Papers

Don't forget to make the most of my fabulous offers this month also as they end Friday too!

Super Stamp Set of the month SPECIAL:

During November 2009 you can receive
15% off the stamp set of your choice!!!!!
Limit one set per customer at this bargain price.
This is a one off special never to be repeated. DON'T MISS OUT!

Spring Mini Stock Up & WIN

For every item ordered from the
Spring Mini between the 16th & 27th November, through me,

you will receive a ticket in a fabulous bonus prize draw.
One Lucky Winner will receive a pack of Walk in the Park DS Papers, 1 sheet of Summer Love Rub-Ons, and two cute little Spring Mini Matchboxes hand made by me.

Card featuring Great Friend Stamp Set & Scallop Oval Punch

Spring Mini Stock Up & WIN!!!!!!!

It's always exciting when a new catalogue is just beyond the horizon... but is brings with the excitement a little sadness too, as we know that when one comes in... out goes the other!

Yes, Spring is almost over and Summer is moving on in.

But don't toss those Spring Mini Catalogues aside just yet... make one last grab for them as I give you 10 final days to stock up on your favourite Spring Mini goodies and the chance to WIN a bonus Spring Mini Treat!

For every item ordered from the Spring Mini between today (the 16th November) and the 27th November, through me, you will receive a ticket in this fabulous bonus prize draw.

One Lucky Winner will receive a pack of

Walk in the Park DS Papers,

1 sheet of Summer Love Rub-Ons,

and two cute little Spring Mini Matchboxes hand made by me.

To be in the draw be sure to place your order with me before the 27th of November. Buy 1 Spring mini item - get 1 ticket, buy 2 spring mini items - get 2 tickets and so on.

Don't forget this month you can also receive a bonus 15% off the stamp set of your choice for my November Stamp Set of the Month Super Special.

Maybe the set you would like is in the Spring mini!

SUPER Stamp Set of the month SPECIAL!!!!

I'M BACK from Bali!

WOW what an amazing place that is!

We had an absolute awesome time,

but back to reality now... washing, cleaning, and kids! lol

I am chuffed to say that when checking my emails tonight I discovered a couple of my stamp set of the month fans had sent me emails asking...

SO is there a stamp set of the month for November????

Of course there is!

After spending days and days bargain shopping in Bali *hee hee hee*, I've decided to let each of you do your own bargain shopping in November too!

This month only...

You can choose your own favourite Stamp Set

and make it yours for the month!

Until 30th November you can receive

15% off the stamp set of your choice!!!!!

Limit one set per customer at this bargain price.

Orders must be received by midnight 30 November 2009.

This is available from the 09-10 Idea Book and Catalogue only.

(If you really really like a set in the Spring mini I would need your order by the 27th to be safe)

Grab out your wish lists now and cross off that set you always wanted.

This is a one off special never to be repeated. DON'T MISS OUT!

3 little birds - 3 more sleeps!

This month I have absolutely loved sharing with you my

Stamp Set of the Month

Friends 24-7.

A little birdie told me we only have 3 sleeps left until October has come to an end... so I thought I better make a few more cards to add to the Friends 24-7 collection.

This card was inspired by Marelle Taylor. It was the perfect colours for stamping friend (and fellow islander), Elizabeth who's birthday it is today... so shortly after making this I popped down the road a slipped this one into her letter box!

Stamps: Friends 24-7, Friendly Words jumbo wheel

Ink: Not Quite Navy, Kiwi Kiss, Basic Grey, Creamy Caramel

Card: Not Quite Navy, Kiwi Kiss, Basic Grey, Whisper White

Tools: Paper Trimmer, Jumbo Handle, Aqua Painter, Daubers, Adhesives including Dimesnionals

It must be a day for Birthdays here on Macleay. This card was made for another stamping/islander friend Karen.

Stamps: Friends 24-7

Ink: Basic Black, (Colouring with an aqua painter and ink from the lids of my stampin pads, I also used Ballet Blue, Old Olive, Close to Cocoa, More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie, Creamy Caramel)

Card: Basic Black, Ballet Blue, Whisper White

Tools: Paper Trimmer, Aqua Painter, scrap paper for masking, Adhesives.

Here's another for you...

this is the first time I have used my new punch,

the spiral punch. I can see me getting a little addicted to it. lol

Stamps: Friends 24-7, Friendly Words jumbo wheel

Ink: White StayzOn, Chocolate Chip, Sahara Sand

Card: Kraft, Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Kraft Taffeta Ribbon

Tools: Paper Trimmer, Jumbo Handle, Scissors, Spiral Punch,

Adhesives including Dimensionals

Has October inspired you to Friends 24-7?

There are 3 sleeps left to add Friends 24-7 to your collection

at my special price of $39

which is a saving of over 15%.

Email me before Sat night if you would like a set.

PLEASE NOTE: I will be away for the first 2 weeks of next month. I have had enquiries already as to what my stamp set of the month for November will be. Keep posted for when I return as I will be having a special like never before for November's stamp set of the month!

Friends 24-7 for Anne!

Today is my friend (and fellow islander/stamper) Anne's Birthday.

Happy Birthday Anne!

Of course this called for another Friends 24-7 card!

Inspired by Marelle Taylor, this card is a mix of two colours I would not have thought to put together, but funny enough when someone else is brave enough to try, and you follow suit... it can sometimes turn out awesome just like this...

Stamps: Friends 24-7, Oval All

Ink: Pacific Point, Sahara Sand

Card: Pacific Point, Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla

Accessories: Kraft Taffeta Ribbon, Half Pearls

Tools: Paper Trimmer, Scallop Border Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Daubers, Adhesives, & Dimensionals.

Friends 24-7 can be found on page 81 of the

2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95

BUT..... Being my Stamp Set of the Month for this month - October 2009...

Friends 24-7 can be yours until the 31st for my SPECIAL price of $39.

That's a saving of over 15%.

The month is running out... don't miss out!

Pretty are my Friends 24-7!

October's stamp set of the month 'Friends 24-7',

brings such things to mind as

Pretty, Girlie, and Pink!

Today I sat down with just those 3 things in mind...

and I made 2 cards that are just that!

Loving the damask stamp from the set, I had been inspired to try it out with two inks to give a two-tone effect... here's how it turned out...

Making the background was fun, and I was really pleased with how it looked, I didn't want to take away from it too much, so I simply added some ribbon, a pretty bow, and the 'Friends' saying mounted with dimensionals in the centre of the card.

Stamps: Friends 24-7
Ink: Cameo Coral, Kiwi Kiss
Card: Whisper White, Cameo Coral, Kiwi Kiss
Accessories: Kiwi Kiss Stripe Ribbon
Tools: Paper Trimmer, Daubers, Adhesives, & Dimensionals.

One of the highlights for me this year was going to Canberra for the Stampin' Up! Convention. There the Inspiration was non-stop! One of the memorable presentations for me was the one done by Stampin' Up!'s Co founder & CEO Shelli Gardner. Shelli has a real Shabby Chic style and I sooooo love it! The 09/10 catalogue introduced a line of products that she personally has been involved in creating "Shelli's Signature Collection" and Friends 24-7 is part of her collection. (to find Shelli's Signature range, just look for the heart icon).

Shelli made this adorable card in which I have done my best efforts to replica myself, I just love it, but I must say... if you like this, believe it or not, Shelli's was even more adorable.

A couple of tips I learnt from Shelli presenting this card was that you can colour the flowers from the pretties kit with pastels and daubers. You can even stamp on them too! Don't the ribbons look so adorable? I braved the old needle and thread and gathered the pretty in pink ribbon, the ribbon above it is from 'Dress Up' Ribbon Originals, dyed in coffee.

Stamps: Friends 24-7, Friendly Words jumbo wheel
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Sahara Sand, Basic Grey, Kiwi Kiss, Creamy Caramel
Card: Pretty in Pink, Sahara Sand, Confetti White
Accessories: Pretties Flower, Crystal Brad, Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Dress Up Ribbon
Tools: Paper Trimmer, Needle & Thread, Coffee for dying, Scissors for distressing, Jumbo Wheel Handle, Aqua Painter, Daubers, Pastels, Spritzer Tool, & Adhesives

Fallen in love with Friends 24-7?

Friends 24-7 can be found on page 81 of the 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95

As I love each and every one of my friends... and that includes you... I am offering you the opportunity to add Friends 24-7 to your stamp collection at my special price of $39
That's a saving of over 15%!

Only available at this fabulous price until the end of this month!

Inspiring 'Friends 24-7'

I really love this month's stamp set of the month 'Friends 24-7'.

Here is a card I made for a stampin' friend Helen for her Birthday using this set...

Inspired from one of the swaps I received at Convention 09 - by Vanessa Webb.

Stamps: Friends 24/7 & Friendly Words Wheel
Ink: Kiwi Kiss, Sahara Sand, & Pink Passion
Card: Sahara Sand, Pink Pirouette, & Kraft
Accessories: Pink Pirouette Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Silver Brad
Tools: Paper Trimmer, 2mm Circle Punch, Sponge Daubers, & Adhesives incl Dimensionals.

Another friend of mine, Paper Angel Fiona Dunlop of Townsville, had posted a challenge on her blog for October with the theme 'Many Thanks'. So I thought I would combine 'Friends 24-7' with the Thank you stamp from 'Lovely Labels' for this challenge... and it came together like this...

As you can see I have only used one stamp from Friends 24-7 here to create the background, the Damask. I must say this stamp alone is one of my favourite stamps in the entire 09/10 Idea Book and Catalogue. I also love Stampin' Up!'s DS papers as they do the thinking for me of what colours to use. I find most times if I choose a DS I like for a project I can stick to the colours of that DS for what I am making, and it always looks great!

Stamps: Friends 24-7 & Lovely Labels
Ink: Sahara Sand & Not Quite Navy
Card: Kraft, Very Vanilla, & Not Quite Navy
Accessories: DS paper Bella Bleu & Very Vanilla Grosgrain Ribbon
Tools: Paper Trimmer, Eyelet Border Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, & Adhesives.

Friends 24-7 can be found on page 81 of the 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95


As I love each and every one of my friends... and that includes you... I am offering you the opportunity to add Friends 24-7 to your stamp collection at my special price of $39
That's a saving of over 15%!

Creating many HAPPY friends this month!

Friends 24-7 in October!

Spring is well and truly here!

The flowers are blooming,

colour filling our gardens.

The birds are singing,

baby birds are peeping out from their nests.

What a wonderful time of year!

But there are many reasons why I love this month other than Spring.

October brings the fun of our Christmas Card Charity Workshops,

a bonus as it will bring together friends enjoying a great day together,

maybe some new friendships will become for some.

It is also a great month to join Stampin' Up!

with our Breast Cancer Awareness Promotion.

As I reflect upon my own experience joining Stampin' Up! this months featured Stamp Set 'Friends 24-7' reminds me too well of the impact it has had on my life...

"The HAPPIEST business in the world is that of making FRIENDS"

and that's just what I have made so many of since joining Stampin' Up!

I am proud to present to you the Stamp Set of the month

for October 2009

Friends 24-7!

Kick starting this month's most gorgeous stamp set I created this card

with the floral theme of spring in mind....

Using Raspberry Tart DS as my background, I went with the 'think pink' theme, selecting Rose Red as my main colour. I decided to water colour the flower using the ink from my Stampin' Pads, Certainly Celery being my choice for the stem. To compliment this I added a small addition of CC to my scallop framed quote. 1" Rose Red Ribbon trimmed with a white eyelet border edge made for a nice subtle finishing touch!

Friends 24-7 can be found on page 81 of the 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalogue RRP $45.95

Like what you see?

This is the first of many inspiring ideas I will share with you throughout the month of October of how fabulous 'Friends 24-7' really is.

As I love each and every one of my friends... and that includes you... I am offering you the opportunity to add Friends 24-7 to your stamp collection at my special price of $39
That's a saving of over 15%!

That should create many HAPPY friends this month!