Stamp Crazy Girl

Fabric Posey Flowers

I am completely addicted to posey flowers.  They are so quick and easy to create with the Big Shot and the Circles #2 die.  The die cuts four circles that you layer in an offset pattern to create a rosette-like look. 

This is my favorite creation so far!

The white and green on the navy scarf is so pretty in person.  The posey flowers have pin-backs, so I can add them to anything.  :) 

This  is one of the flowers that we'll be making at my Fabric Frenzy class on Saturday, April 17th. 

Big Shot 101 Class

Here are the projects we did at March's Big Shot Class:

Build-a-Bear Workshop Gift Bag with Shades of Spring Designer Series Paper

Chocolate Bunny card created with the Scallop Oval Frame Die (another great idea from Diana Ball!)

I created my own texture plate from left over die-cuts. It's hard to see but the white card front has the texture on it.  Here's the home-made texture plate:

Chapstick holder created with the Eggcoutrements stamp set and Two Tags Bigz Die

I saw this idea on a recent blog tour... you use the die-cuts as a mask.  I used the Daisies #2 Bigz die and sponged Crushed Curry and Pumpkin Pie inks on Whisper White cardstock.  So summery!  :)

My next Big Shot class is Fabric Frenzy/Fabric Pins on Saturday, April 17th from 10-12.  We are going to be making the fabulous flower pins that you've been seeing everywhere.  You will make 4 pins for $15.00.  RSVP is requested by April 13th to save your spot! 

Kits are available for those who cannot attend in person. 

Top Note iPOD case

This is my first sewing project since my high school Home Ec days... and yes, that was quite awhile ago.  :)

I saw this idea on Erika Martin's blog, and I absolutely love fabric projects with fleece and felt because they are so easy to work with.  With my trusty Big Shot, I can cut lots of shapes in just minutes. 

Isn't it so cute!  I have to admit that I am giddy about showing off my sewing!  :)

I used the Top Note and Basket & Booms die cuts, Real Red corduroy buttons, and one of pink beads from the Bead Duos.  I have an idea for my next one and hope to create it later today and post this week.  I'm even more excited about it and plan to offer a kit for it.  :)

Milk Carton Bird Houses

I decorate this tabletop tree for the different holidays/seasons.  Right now it is decorated with bird houses created with the Mini Milk Carton Bigz die. 

Here's a close-up of the bird house

I love the bird houses, but I want to add something else.  Maybe die-cut butterflies?  What do you think?

Birds, Bunnies & Butterflies

A late winter snowstorm almost ruined my Birds, Bunnies & Butterflies class, but luckily the weather held out until after my class.  :)  Here are the projects we made:

Butterfly Basket created with Shades of Spring Designer Series Paper

Basket template - 12x12 cardstock scored at 3", 6", 9", turn and score at 3", 6", 9".  You'll have 16 squares of equal size.  Cut flaps to the first score line and cut off corner squares.

Butterfly Greeting Card

Inside butterfly card

Hanging bunny pocket created with mini square envelope

Carrot created with Scallop Circle Bigz die

On Board chipboard bird created with Sweet Pea Designer Series Papers, Sweet Pea Felt and a crystal from the Pretties Kit.  It's resting in my china cabinet in my dining room.  :)

March Recipe Scrapbook Pages

On the 3rd Monday of every month, you'll find me doing recipe scrapbook pages at my house.  :)  Here's the pages we did for March:

Italian recipes

Calzones

Italian Wedding Soup

Stamps:  Voila, Voila To Go

Ink:  Jet Black Staz-On

Cardstocks:  Glorious Green, Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red

Accessories:  Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, paperclip, Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Pasta Dishes

Cheesy Mac & Cheesy

Alfredo Tortellini

Stamps:  none

Inks:  none

Cardstock:  Kraft, Chocolate Chip

Accessories:  Chocolate Chip Wide Grosgrain, Felt Flower Accents, Gold Brads, Sweet Pea Designer Series Papers, Stampin' Dimensionals

Desserts

Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Tweetie Bird Nests

Stamps:  none

Inks:  none

Cardstock:  Chocolate Chip

Accessories:  Sweet Pea Designer Series Papers, Scallop Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

My next two classes are scheduled for April 19th and May 17th.  We make six new pages (3 layouts) at each class for only $15.00.  Please contact me if you'd like to come.  :)

Good Neighbor Gifts

One of the great Sale-a-Bration gifts that you can earn for free is the Good Neighbor stamp set.  There's also a coordinating pack of printed papers called Welcome Neighbor.  I've been having fun with both of them! 

Sale-a-bration ends 3/31/10, and you can only get these gifts free with a $50 order.  You can order online on my SU website. 

Don't forget about my monthly drawing for a free stamp set - you are automatically entered when you place your online orders with me.  This month's free set is Picnic Parade.  Drawing will be held April 1st and posted on my blog.

Okay, so now for the awesome projects... :)

Great housewarming gift... a decorate vase with white handtowels.  White works with any decor. 

A perfect birthday card for a realtor or change the greeting to welcome a new neighbor.

I found these little notebooks in a discount bin and dressed them up.  :)

 

Another great housewarming gift - Welcome Neighbor papers embellished with die cuts and buttons.

Elements of Style Sneak Peek

The Summer Mini Catalog doesn't debut until May 1st, but as a Stampin' Up demonstrator we get to pre-order new stuff.  :)  I recently participated in a swap with the Elements of Style stamp set, and I plan to offer a stamp camp in June with this set.  It is my favorite from the new catty! 

Here was my contribution to the swap:

Stamp Set:  Elements of Style

Ink:  Basic Black

Cardstock:  Basic Black, Whisper White

Accessories:  Basic Black Satin Ribbon, Scallop Oval Frame, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing
Folder, Clear Rhinestone Brads, Stampin' Dimensionals, staples

This sample was shared by Shelli Gardner, Stampin' Up CEO, at Phoenix Leadership.  I knew I wanted it badly when I saw it on the mainstage.  :)

My stamp camp is planned for June 26th from 10-12.  The class fee includes the stamp set, 4 projects, door prizes, displays, refreshments and a card swap (optional.)  Fee is $35 for the wood mount set and $25 for the clear mounts.  If you choose clear, you must bring your own clear blocks to class.  Please contact me for more information.

My Digital Studio Projects

I haven't shared digital projects in a while, and it's a great time to get our My Digital Studio program.  You can create scrapbook pages, greeting cards, calendars, digital slide shows and more.

Right now you can sign up to become a demonstrator and get a special starter with My Digital Studio.  Through March 31st, it's 15% off the regular price AND you get to add any stamp set to your starter kit for free - that's up to an additional $47.95 value!  And shipping is free on your starter kit, too.  Sign up online at www.shellymay.stampinup.net - my password is Bermuda.

OR

You can purchase our software for $79.95 and get a free Sale-a-Bration gift with your order.  Offer ends 3/31/10.  Please contact me for more information.

Now for the projects:

card

scrapbook cover page

scrapbook page

calendar

scrapbook page

Vintage Vogue

The big "F" is not the only great image in the Vintage Vogue stamp set.  Here's a few others to knock your socks off!  :)

And the matching Very Vintage wheel is so cool!

P.S.  The Medallion image was stamped in bleach and then on the cardstock.  Bleach is great because it has a different effect on different colors of cardstock.