July Paper Crafters Sampler is now available!

Hi all!  Just wanted to pop in again real quick to let you know that the July Paper Crafters Sampler is now available!  You can check out a sneak peek of this month's issue or subscribe here!  Enjoy! :)

In LOVE with In Colors!

Hi all!  While many Stampin'Up! demonstrators are at convention right now, I sat out this year out to spend time with Denver.  I am happy to say that I'm managing to get a wee bit of a stamping fix by playing with my new catalog goodies in between my little baby's nap time!  It's definitely a juggle, as I'm learning.  I have newfound amazement and respect for all the new moms that could still find time to craft and tend to baby {and other kids, in some cases!}.  Needless to say, I had LOTS of fun crafting with the new Houndstooth and Stripes Embossing folders as well as the brand new Petite Pockets Bigz XL die.  The cute little envelopes were SOO fun to make.  Oh - and I can't forget the stamp sets - I played with Button Buddies and Happiest Birthday Wishes {hostess set}. 

Button Buddies Clear Mount Stamp Set, $21.95:

 Happiest Birthday Wishes Clear Mount Hostess Stamp Set, $15.00 with Hostess Dollars:

It feels good to be stamping!  Here are more pictures for you.

I love the coordinating ruffled ribbon and ink colors!  These look great in monotone colors, or you could definitely have fun mixing and matching.  The flower from the Button Buddies set punches out perfectly with the scallop circle punch - isn't that cool?  How do you like the textures?  I did the Houndstooth on the envelope flap, and the Stripes just on the back bottom panel.  I kept the front side smooth.

And of course, I had to make a little card tag insert for the inside of the envelope.  Those little circle reinforecments are part of the die cut!  Aren't these fun little envelope ensembles?  These would be great little thank you note cards, too, or any sort of gift note cards {baby, wedding, teachers, hostesses, new neighbors...possibilities are endless!}

Hope you got some good ideas!   If you like what you see and want to order some of these goodies, you can always shop 24/7 at my Online Store.  Thanks for popping by today.  Have a good one :)

Getting back into Card Challenges...

Hi all!  I'm so excited to play in a challenge after a long hiatus.  It really feels like forever since I've channeled any stamping mojo, but it felt good to dust off my creative cobwebs and stamp!  This is the card I created for the Taylored Expressions Challenge 142.  I finally got to play with my new Stampin'Up! goodies, too!  I had so much fun!  While Denver and the hubby were napping, I snuck into my craft room and put this together.  Here's the full card for you:

This is a color combo palette that I haven't really used, but I like the cool combination with the Basic Gray and the new SU! Pool Party and Calypso Coral In Color colors.  What do you think?  I also really LOVE the new border punch called Lace Ribbon Border and the Petite Pennants Builder punch is soo fun, too!  Hope you like it!  Here's the recipe for you:

{Pennant Parade Pool Party Birthday!}
All supplies Stampin'Up!
*Stamp Sets: Happiest Birthday Wishes, Pennant Parade
*Cardstock: Calypso Coral, Pool Party, Basic Gray, Whisper White
*Inks: Calypso Coral, Pool Party
*Accessories: Petite Pennants Builder Punch, Lace Ribbon Border Punch, Itty Bitty Punches, Basic Rhinestones, Boho Blossoms Punch, Polka Dot Embossing Folder, White Twine, Corner Rounder

Hope you like it!  Time for me to hop to bed!  Bye for now :)

Fox and Friends Thank You

Hey blog friends!  Happy July and Happy belated Independence Day! I know it's been a long time since I've last posted, but Denver has kept me and the hubs pretty busy behind the scenes!  We are really enjoying him and can't help but revel in all the new developments that we see every day in our darling little boy!  It's incredible to me that he'll already be a month old tomorrow!!  I truly can't believe how fast time flies!  I know many of you have told me, and I am in fact witnessing it to be all too true.

Believe it or not though, I have a card share today!  It's actually the thank you card I made (and continue to make..heehee) for Denver's Thank Yous.  I love the Fox and Friends set - especially with the tie in to our safari trip, too...I just love the adorable animals and I thought they would be great for these cards. Here's a closer look:

I've also been having fun dabbling with MDS - here's a few simple things I've created:

a little page commemorating my birthday this year with a family photo!

I also made another version of Denver's announcement from the hospital photos we got:

and here's the back side:

Hope you enjoyed these!  Bye for now :)

Happy Father's Day!

Hi dear blog friends!  How are you guys?  I wanted to do a quick post to wish all the DADS out there a very Happy Father's Day.  I also especially wanted to wish my hubs a wonderful and happy FIRST Father's Day!  Here's a card that he's getting from Denver ;)

On a separate note, I also wanted to say thanks so much for all the sweet heartfelt comments and warm wishes I got from my last post!  We are so excited and truly feel so blessed!  We're starting to get into a routine, so once we're settled in a bit more, I'll share more about the goings on in our current world ;)

Toodles for now.  Have a great one!

Big News in Rose's World!

Hello there, blog friends!  I know I haven't posted in a little while, but there have been major things going on behind the scenes....all good though!  I am so excited to announce that there is a NEW addition to my world......my hubby and I are so proud to announce the birth of our son!! 

He is so precious and perfect.  We're so blessed to have him in our lives.  So, my dear friends, forgive me if my blogging and crafting posts become erratic in these coming months as I adjust to motherhood and all the wonderful things that come with!  I just wanted to pop in real quick and share the news.  :)

Hope you all are doing fab!  I'm thinking this new development will probably get me more involved with digital scrapbooking.  I whipped up this announcement using My Digital Studio {so convenient!}.  And, already, I'm taking tons of pictures every day!  How could I not?  He's just so adorable and makes the cutest faces.  I'm sure every mom says that about their children  {now I totally get it!}.

Well my friends, I'm off for now, but will be back to post and share as time permits.  I've just discovered the true meaning of sleep deprivation, so bear with me :)

Thanks for popping by today!  Bye for now!

Hello! It's time for Last Chance Stamps!

Hi there blog friends!  How are you?  I know it's been quiet on my end, but ever since we got back from vacation, me and the hubs have been super busy on the work front.  Thankfully, the long weekend helped us play catch up a bit.  I can't believe it's already JUNE, though!  You know what that means?  It's that time of year to say goodbye to Stampin'Up!'s retiring stamps for the year, which means that the month of JUNE is your last chance to scoop up your favorites before they're gone!  Here's the complete list for you.  The great news is, for those of you in the United States - you can also shop at my online store anytime....but keep in mind that these retiring stamps will ony be available from now til June 30th!  For my dear international friends, Stampin'Up! is available in the UK, France, Germany, Australia and New Zealand!  Please note that promotions vary by country, so you'll want to check out the specific offerings available where you are. :)

Well, my dears, I'm going to call it a night for now, but I'll be back soon with some crafty things to feast your eyes on! ;)  Thanks so much for visiting.  Toodles for now.....