Project of the Week: Got Treats Halloween Box

When it comes to cute holiday treats for occasions including Halloween, Christmas, Birthdays and Valentine's day, a great go-to stamp set is Got Treats (W119144/C120627). This cute set is perfect for any little treat you'd like to share for the holidays. Here it has been paired with the Fancy Favor Box Die for the Big Shot to create a fun treat holder.

Step by Step Directions

1. 
   
   Cut paper as follows:
   1. Old Olive piece for Fancy Favor box – 6 x 12
   2. Whisper White scrap for stamped image
   3. Rich Razzleberry scrap for punched mat for image
   4. Basic Black scraps for three punched bats
2. Run Old Olive piece through the Big Shot using the Fancy Favor Die and then assemble according to instructions using Sticky Strip.
3. Take markers and color pumpkin image using Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive and Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Write markers. Huff to re-wet image and then stamp on Whisper White. Punch out with Decorative Label punch.Add googly eyes to pumpkin using Mini Glue Dots.
4. Punch out another Decorative Label out of Rich Razzleberry cardstock. Cut in half and trim to layer behind stamped image. Attach mat to stamped image with SNAIL. Attach to box with Stampin' Dimensionals.
5. Punch three bats from Basic Black cardstock. Attach one to front with a Stampin' Dimensional.
6. Attach one bat to each side using SNAIL.
7. Using Sticky Strip attach ribbon handle to inside of box.
8. Set brad through bat on the side and handle, and butterfly on the back. Repeat on the other side.

Stampin' Up Supply List

• Stamps: Got Treats (W119114/C120627)
• Ink: Rich Razzleberry Stampin Write Marker (120970), Old Olive Stampin Write Marker (100079),Pumpkin Pie Stampin Write Marker (105115)
• Paper: Whisper White (100730), Old Olive (119334), Rich Razzleberry (115316), Basic Black (121045)
• Accessories: Brights Brads (119740), Basic Black Striped Grosgrain (115615), Sticky Strip (104294), Mini Glue Dots (103683), SNAIL (104332), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)
• Tools: Big Shot Die Cutting System(113439), Fancy Favor Box (115965), Bitty Bat Punch (119279), Decorative Label Punch (120907)

With Got Treats in your stash you have all your holiday treat giving needs covered. To order this set, you can shop online 24/7 by clicking here.

Roxie's Stampin’ Up! Rubber Garage Sale & Open House

Come see the new 2010/2011 Stampin’ Up! Catalogue unveiled!

Thursday, August 5th @ 7:30pm OR Saturday, August 7th @ 10 am

Come enjoy some refreshments while shopping for some amazing deals on retired Stamps & Accessories! Plus…
• FREE to attend!
• Create 2 “Make and Take” projects showcasing brand new stamp sets and accessories
• FREE new Catalogue if you order $50 at the Open House, join a stamp club or Book a party/private class
• new catalogues can be purchased for $5 at this event ONLY

FREE stamp set drawings! (a full set--not just one stamp!)

• earn 1 drawing ticket for each:

o RSVPing before July 23rd

o Each $25 you order

o Attending the Open House

o Bringing a friend (I have never met)

Buy 1 get 1 FREE Garage Sale! Lots of retired products to chose from!

You can even bring your own old Stampin' Up! products to sell to others!

For every $dollar$ you buy or sell of retired products, you'll receive 100% of the amount towards products in the CURRENT catalogues.

Sell or Buy $50 of retired product=$50 dollars to spend in the catalogue!

Simply click on the icon below to register! The deadline is Monday, August 2nd.

Hope to see you there!

Upcoming Classes Using All New Stampin' Up! Products

Hi folks! I am back from a very wonderful and relaxing week at the cottage with my family during what has been a record breaking scorching hot week here in Ottawa!  We were so happy to be by the lake.  I don't usually post pictures of my boys here but these are just too cute not to share;

While at the cottage, I took some 400 plus pictures so I really need to get going on some scrapbooking.  I will create a few pages with My Digital Studio from Stampin' Up! and will post them soon.  Check back for those....

Having had some relaxing time away from my stamps, I am ready and eager to get stamping with all of you! I have just updated my class schedule for the months of July and August.  You can check it out all the details HERE.

Here are the details of classes in the next couple of weeks;

Monthly Card Class
Thursday, July 15th, 7:30pm – 9pm - RSVP by July 12th
At this class, you’ll make 5 beautiful and simple cards with products from the new 2010-2011 catalogue!
COST: $15 for class or FREE with a $25 order placed that day.
(Demonstrators can attend for $10)
Bring a friend I’ve never met and get $5 off your next class!

Birthday Card Stamp-a-stack
Wednesday, July 21st, 7:30pm – 9:30pm - RSVP by July 18th
Who doesn't need birthday cards? Get a jump start on your upcoming birthdays! In this class you will make 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs). There will also be other greetings available for your cards.
COST: $30 for class or FREE with a $50 order placed that day.
(Demonstrators can attend for $20)

Stamp of the Month Card Class

Tuesday, July 27th OR Thursday, August 12th, 7:30pm-9:30pm
RSVP by July 13th
Each month, a different featured stamp set will be used to make 4 beautiful cards. For the month of July, we will be using the Friends Never Fade stamp set. You will also receive half a pack of the Greenhouse Garden Designer Paper.
COST: Pay $40 for clear-mount* OR $45 for wood mount stamp set & class
              Pay $20 for the class only

*If you do not already own a clear block, I can order one for you at an additional cost of $11.50 + s/h & taxes


Please RSVP before July 13th to ensure that you receive your stamp set on time for the class. Payment must also be received by July 13th.
Accepted methods of payment: Cheque, cash, email transfer or Paypal (a $1 fee applies)


Have a splendid week and stay cool! 
I will be back tomorrow with previews of some cards that we will be making on Thursday,

Two Reasons to Celebrate!

Happy Canada Day my dear Canadian friends!

Today there are 2 reasons to celebrate. The obvious being that it’s July 1st and so we get to show off our pride about living in this amazing country! I am Canadian….and SO proud of it! I woke up to sunshine this morning and have lots of fun stuff planned with the family today. It’s going to be great fun!  I wish you all a safe and fun filled Canada Day! xo

The second reason to celebrate is that July 1st brings the launch of the new 2010-2011 Stampin’ Up! Idea Book and Catalogue. That’s right! As of today, you can browse the new catalogue online HERE.

Want a hard copy of the catalogue for yourself!? Book a private class with friends, join a stamp club or join my team of Sunflower Papercrafters to get it for FREE!

I can also ship one to you, anywhere in Canada, for $15. Email me to order yours :)

Teacher's Gift and Card

Today I want to show you the gift we got for Owen's teacher. I know that I have posted a similar card HERE, but I wanted to show you how you can get inspiration for colors in different places such as magazines, home decor, or in this case, fabric.

I found this beautiful silk scarf, which I knew Owen's teacher would absolutely love, and wanted to purchase a cute gift bag to put it in. The color of the scarf is very similar to Stampin' Up! Kraft (newly named Crumb Cake). While walking around Indigo, I saw this lunch bag that was Very Vanilla with Cameo Coral, Crumb Cake and So Saffron. 

On the way home, I was already thinking of what I would do for the card.   I remembered that I had some retired SU designer paper called Walk in the Park that had a patterned sheet of Cameo Coral.  I also thought that the Kind & Caring Thoughts stamp set (2009-2010 Hostess level 3 set) would be perfect for it!  Here is the card close up...

Supplies

Stamps: Kind & Caring Thoughts (in French)

Ink: Cameo Coral

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White

Paper: Bella Bleu, Walk in the Park (retired)

Accessories: Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder (available July 1st), Top Note Bigz Die, dimensionals, Lots of Tags sizzlits, Scallop edge punch, 1/16" hand held punch, paper cutter, snail adhesive

I apologise for the quality of the pictures..I still need to learn about lighting....apparently *wink*

So what do you think!? Next time you are looking for inspiration, pick up a magazine, look at the art that is in your home or go into your closet.  I bet you will be inspired : )

Wishing you all a great day!

P.S. Don't forget that today is the last day to order from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue.  I will be placing an order later this evening.  If there are some retiring stamps sets or accessories that you want, get them before they are gone forever! Email me your order before 6pm (EST).  I can deliver to anywhere in Canada.  To see the Last Chance lists, click here and here.  To Shop Now, click HERE.