Capture the Date

      I have finally been able to sit down and play with the November Stamp of the Month, Capture the Date.  This stamp set was a bit of a challenge for me to work it into a scrapbook layout but the boxes and gift card holder was super easy to come up with. 

     The gift card holder is made from a 6x6 Kraft envelope, chocolate ribbon, and some irresistible from Close to My Heart.  It was designed for my niece and her birthday next year.  The boxes were designed to hold special treats.  I used the Artiste Cricut cartridge from Close to My Heart for both of them.  The scrapbook layout features the Flirty paper pack and photos from convention in 2011 in Disneyland, California.

So what do you think think of these projects and the stamp of the month.  When you purchase this set for $5 with a $50 order, you will be eligible for a half off stamp set and $1 of the purchase will go to help the Hurricane Sandy relief fund. 

hugs, Holly

It's Your Day!!!

Last month I made this card for my Principal for Bosses Day.  I used Dakota paper, Indian Corn Blue ink, and a variety of stamps to get this looking just the way I wanted.  He loved his card and felt very special that it was a handmade gift.

What do you think of it?  If you like this card, then you should join me for the card classes that are taught at the Allen Park Biggby Coffee shop on the first Thursday's of the month.  Stop by the shop to see the latest designs. 

Crop till you Drop

     Yesterday was such a wonderful day!  The weather was great for November and I got to see 8 lovely ladies for 8 fabulous hours.  We  had sooooo much stinkin' fun! 

Barb, Denise, Sue, Lia, MaryLynn (top row)

Me, Patti, Linda, and Lisa (bottom row)

The ladies learned how to Rock and Roll Stamp and Mirror Image Stamp as their two techniques for our class.

The stamp fairy arrived three times during the day.  She loves spoiling the ladies!!!  The first gift was waiting patiently for each lady to arrive.  It was a notepad refrigerator magnet.

The next gift arrived around dinnertime.  She delivered a little bag with a special relaxing treat inside.  Inside was 2 Chamomile teas with mint balls.  Make a relaxing cup of tea and drop one mint ball into the hot water.  Then sit back and sip a cup of peace.



The final gift arrived later in the evening.  This is always the super special treat.  Inside the box was either a baby stamp set or a package of embellishments.  The ladies loved their gifts!

Everyone was very busy getting their projects done.  Some ladies completed 70 Christmas cards, 10 Thanksgiving cards, 50 holiday kids treats, and too many scrapbook pages to count! 

Our next 8 hour crops are scheduled for January 19, 2013 and January 26, 2013.  If you are interested in joining in on the fun, don't delay, space fills up quickly.



Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: Holiday Ornaments

Ink It Up!

These markers so rock the world.  I love them so much!!!!  Call me to get yours today :)
hugs, Holly

Clearly The Best: Alcohol Marker Madness (S01E07)

Thise the best markers ever!!!  i love mine.  Do you want some, call me and we will get them ordered for you.
hugs, Holly

More Christmas Cards

   Well another week has passed.  We are getting even closer to Christmas.  Have you started making your Christmas cards yet?  I have!  I purchased the new Pear & Partridge Card Workshop on the Go from Close to My Heart to make 15 cards.  I have enough supplies left over to make probably another 5.  I send out more than 20 cards to family and friends but at least this is a start.  The bonus is I can use the stamp set from the Workshop to continue to make the rest of my cards.  Tell me what you think of these from the workshop.

hugs, Holly

Christmas Cards

  I read on a friend's facebook post that Christmas is only 79 days away.  Can you believe that????  I am getting nervous already.  Thinking only 79 days make our next card class perfect in timing.  The next card class at Biggby will feature Christmas cards.  It's not too early to start making them.  Join us for class to get a jumpstart on your cards.

Class will be on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 6:30 pm.  Class will be held at the Allen Park Biggby coffee shop.  The class fee is $6.00.  Please be registered and prepay by Monday, October 29th to secure your spot for class.

Supplies you must bring with you are: scissors, adhesive, foam tape, and glue dots.

Other supplies to bring if you have them:

Tools: liquid glass, stardust glitz, juniper dauber/sponge

Stamp sets: Happy Clusters, Christmas Love, Gift of Love

Ink colors: Juniper, Tulip, Holiday Red, Baby Pink, Sweet Leaf

Blocks: 1x1, 1x1.5, 2x2, 2.5x2.5, 2x3.5, 4x4

Hope to see you at our next card class!!!!

hugs, Holly

Clearly the Best: Dauber Dynamite (S01E05)

Many of you know how much I love my daubers!!!  Listen to what Monica says about wanting a dauber for each color of ink she has.  See I am not the only one who thinks that way. Tell me what you think of daubers.

hugs, Holly

October Stamp of the Month

    I can't believe it is already October.  Where is this year going?  I read somewhere that there are about 85 days till Christmas.  With that being said...have you seen the October Stamp of the Month from Close to My Heart?  It is perfect for Christmas layouts and cards and tags.  I LOVE this stamp set.  I know what you are thinking, "Holly, you love every stamp of the month!"  I know, but this one is fantastic and I can use it on so many projects.
    Very Merry Christmas has an ornament and  2 tags that can be cut from the cricut and  wonderful sayings.  You can get yours during the month of October for just $17.95 or when you spend $50, the stamp set is yours for $5.00.

What do you think of the stamp set?  I only used a few of the stamps on these projects.  Let me know if you would like to learn how to create some of these and we can schedule your home party.

hugs, Holly