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I can’t tell you how nervous I am to post this card. Never in my dreams did I imagine making it into the Top 5 over at 2 Sketches 4 You! This is my Top 5 card for the 1st Annual Ultimate Card Showdown.  This journey has been an amazing experience, but each week I put more and more pressure on myself to produce the best possible card with the sketch that I can. I also try to make them of different styles. This card is very outside of the box for me. First it’s based on the Tall Tales designer series paper and images within it. There is very little stamping on this card and that is just for the sentiment.  I wanted to create a Fairy Tale card and I think I accomplished that with the images I selected.

The base of the card is Brilliant Blue.  I can honestly say I think this is the first time I’ve used this color.  I layered it with So Saffron. The Old Olive has the top and bottom cut out with the Circle Scissors and I did the same for the Designer Series Paper layer to make doors.  After I attached the dsp to the Old Olive card stock I scored the edges at 1/4″ so that they will open easily when the bow is untied.  The tree covers the notch in the center and is secured to the bow.  I added a So Saffron button with Linen Thread to complete the look.

Here is a close up of the birds on the front of the card. I cut them out and popped them up on the tree. The tree sits on a Brilliant Blue scallop circle that is only seen when the card is opened. It gives it more stability.

When you untie the ribbon the “doors” open onto a fairy tale scene.  The hot air balloon around the giraffe is 3D.  I used two of the same imaged and layered them on top of each other.  A craft knife allowed me to easily cut out the image around the strings that attach the balloon to the basket.  There is also a 3D cloud.  The modern label punch has part of the sentiment from Best Wishes & More stamped in Brilliant Blue and Chocolate Chip. I added vintage brads before attaching it to the front of the card.

This is the inside of the card. I stamped the rest of the sentiment in Versamark and heat embossed it with White embossing powder. I punched it out with the Full Heart punch and attached it with dimensionals. More dsp and another 3D hot air balloon finish off the inside of the card.

I hope you enjoy my entry.  I think I accomplished all I set out to and I am pleased with the result.  Good luck to the other 4 ladies!  I look forward to seeing your entries.

I was a little premature in typing up my post last night.  My Dad did move to a new Rehab facility but he was rushed to the ER last night when he complained about shortness of breath.  He is now in the hospital he started at and will be for at least 24 hours.  Keep those prayers coming.  Hopefully this will be one of the last hurdles he has to overcome.

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This time around I took place in a small swap. With everything that has been going on and not getting a lot of time to be at home that is exactly what I needed. I got my swap cards back in the mail yesterday so I can now share with you the card I made. I chose to use Kind and Caring Thoughts which is a brand new Level III Hostess stamp set. I paired it up with Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series paper, Melon Mambo Polka-Dot ribbon and one of the brand new punches, the Modern Label Punch.  I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again.  I love the new InColors.  They are so bold, vibrant and fun to work with. 

To make this card:
1. Make your base out of Melon Mambo card stock. The base is 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″ and is scored at 4 1/4″.
2. The Rich Razzleberry layer is cut to 3 7/8″ X 5 1/8″ and adhered to it is Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series paper cut to 5″ X 1 7/8″. You will need two dsp strips in two different patterns.
3. Tie on a Melon Mambo Polka-Dot ribbon.
4. Cut your main image layers to 3 5/8″ X 2 7/8″ for the Pumpkin Pie and 3 1/2″ X 2 3/4″ for the Whisper White layer.
5. Stamp your image from Kind and Caring Thoughts in Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo and Pumpkin Pie. Stamp off and then onto your main image with Crushed Curry.
6. Add paper piercing along the top and sides of the image layer and attach to your Pumpkin Pie card stock. Attach to your card with dimensionals.
7. Stamp your sentiment from Kind and Caring Thoughts in Rich Razzleberry and punch out with the Modern Label Punch. Add two vintage brads and attach to your card front with dimensionals.

Yesterday my Dad was moved to more of a Rehab facility versus being in a Nursing Home!  He is trying to get a day pass and will go home on Saturday to celebrate the 4th of July!  We will go and celebrate with him.  It’s been just shy of 2 months since his accident.  I don’t know how long he’ll be at Marianjoy, but it’s much closer to their home and another step forward.  I have RAK’s to post this weekend that he received.  Thanks to all of you who continue to ask about him, send cards and pray for us.  We appreciate it.

Here are a few of the supplies I used on my card.

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Stamps: Kind and Caring Thoughts
Paper: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Razzleberry Lemonade, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Crushed Curry
Accessories: Melon Mambo Polka-Dot ribbon, dimensionals, mat pack, paper piercer, Modern Label Punch, vintage brads,

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It’s time to get rid of the old to make way for the new!  I am selling my newly retired Stampin’ Up! stamp sets at 30% off of the retail price.  All sets will ship via Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation.  If you are interested in more than 1 set I will ship them in a flat rate box.  These are available to ship only within the United States. I am willing to ship a few of the smaller sets via First Class mail and those are noted with a * after the set name.  PayPal is the preferred method of payment and I will ship within 24 hours of your payment clearing.  E-mail me at jenn(at)igotstamps(dot)com for more information or to get a total for sets you would like to purchase.  All sets are carefully mounted and gently used.

ABC Alphabet Lower $20
ABC Alphabet Upper $20
ABC Images $25
My ABC Wheel $4.50
Absolutely Fabulous* $15
Big Deal Alphabet $30
Big Deal Numbers $18
Birthdays Count Mini Note Kit (complete with notes and spot) $7
Doodle This $23
Frames with a Flourish $25
Happy Heart Day $17
Hugs & Wishes* $13
In the Stars $20
Organic Outlines $17
Note of Thanks Mini Note Kit * (stamp and spot) $5
Stitched Exotics $25
Sweet Serendipity* $15
Kind Thoughts $18
Lovely Labels* $10

The following sets have been retired for awhile and are ready to find a new home. These sets are over 50% off of the original retail price.

So Much $15
Polka Dots & Paisley $8
Everyday Flexible Phrases $20
Paisley Background $7
Letterpress Alphabet $18
That’s Nice $7
Just So Sayings $8
Much Appreciated $4
All in a Row $7
Double Line Doodles $12

The Designer Series Paper Share is a 6 X 6 sampler of 10 brand new Designer Series Papers and 6 brand new In Color Patterns. You will get 96 pieces of Designer Series Paper in this share.

From each package you will get 6 pieces of Designer Series Paper so that you have a sample of each pattern in each package. The Designer Series Paper packages include:
Nouveau Chic
Cottage Wall
Merry Moments
Autumn Traditions
Cast-a-Spell
Tall Tales
Kaleidoscope
Razzleberry Lemonade
Holiday Lounge
Thoroughly Modern
Bermuda Bay Patterns
Crushed Curry Patterns
Dusty Durango Patterns
Melon Mambo Patterns
Rich Razzleberry Patterns
Soft Suede Patterns

Each share will consist of 8 people. The total for one share with Flat Rate Priority Shipping is $28.25. When one share fills I will open another share. Orders will not be placed until all places are filled. This share is only available in the United States.

The Stampin’ Up! year is just starting and you now have the opportunity to join for only $85!  If you are interested in more information click here.  I’d love to help you succeed in your business.  For information about the benefits of being a Demonstrator click here.  E-mail me for more information at jenn (at) igotstamps (dot) com or if you are ready to join you can do so via  my Demonstrator website with the password: stampwithjenn

I’m certainly happy that there are only a few short hours left until we can begin to officially order from the new 2009 - 2010 Idea Book and Catalog from Stampin’ Up!. This card uses some of the new InColors.  I pulled the colors directly from the Razzleberry Lemonade designer series paper.

Before I get to how to make this card remember that when the new catalog goes live I will be hosting accessory and designer series paper shares.  I will post that information when the catalog does indeed go live.  Also the ink refill and classic ink pad in Bermuda Bay has been pulled for quality issues.  While it will not be available at noon you can still get all of the InColor inks in the form of markers.  As soon as the ink pad and ink refill are back I will let you know. 

Stampin’ Up! is also offering a Deal of the Week to go along with the Summer Fun Promotion.  From July 1st - 5th you can purchase the Scallop Edge punch for only $10.99!  Consider adding it on to your first order from the catalog.  Remember you can order online 24/7.

To make this card:
1. Make your card base from Crushed Curry card stock measuring 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 and scored at 4 1/4.
2. Cut your center cardstock layers to:
Rich Razzleberry 2 7/8″ X 4 5/8″
Pumpkin Pie 2 3/4″ X 4 1/2″
Razzleberry Lemonade 2 5/8″ X 4 3/8″
3. Adhere your layers together and wrap Crushed Curry Ribbon around pulling the ends through your large grommet. It will take some pressing to push it through all 3 layers. Use your bone folder to open prongs and keep it in place. Attach to card base with dimensionals.
4. Cut your main image layers to:
Melon Mambo: 2 1/4″ square
Whisper White: 2 1/8″ square
Adhere together with SNAIL.
5. Stamp your images in Rich Razzleberry and Melon Mambo, cut out large flower and punch other with 3/4″ circle punch. Attach to main image layer with dimensionals.
6. Use the Big Shot and Stampin’ Up! Little Leaves sizzlet die with Old Olive card stock to die cut leaves. Use scissors to cut to length and attach with SNAIL or Tombow Multi.
7. Attach layer with dimensionals to card.
8. Stamp sentiment from Kind and Caring Thoughts in Rich Razzleberry.

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It’s hard to believe it’s the last day of June. The summer has just been flying by. Tomorrow is an exciting day! The new 2009 -2010 Idea Book and Catalog goes live at noon! Along with that I’ll once again be offering product shares so that you can try out all of the new accessories and designer series paper. While I can’t tell you what is in the new catalog yet, I can tell you that you are going to love it!

This is the last of my Artisan Award entries. I had made this before Stampin’ Up! came out with the matchbox die. It took me an entire afternoon to finish making all of the matchboxes from scratch and then another half a day to decorate it. I really love how it turned out and I have ideas floating around in my head for making some more of these now using the Matchbox die to speed up the process.

Yesterday we had a fabulous day at the zoo.  It was packed as I didn’t realize that kids got in for free over the next three days.  Brookfield Zoo is celebrating it’s 75th Anniversary tomorrow.  It opened on July 1, 1934 and while we didn’t get to see Cookie yesterday, he has been there since the zoo opened and celebrated his 76th birthday this year.  For those not familiar with the zoo, Cookie is a cockatoo.  We did get to see some amazing creatures in the form of 18 animatronic dinosaurs.  The boys really liked that.  Today is going to be on the cool side and it’s only supposed to be 69 degrees.  This is the time of the year that we love Canadian air masses moving through.  Tomorrow I hope all of my friends and readers in Canada have a fabulous Canada Day!

Well today is the first day with my new computer!  I am excited to finally catch up and hopefully get ahead.  I hope you all have a fabulous day as we head into holiday celebrations, both here and in Canada.  It’s hard to believe that it’s almost the 4th of July here.  I was dreading summer with the boys home full time together, but it’s been going a lot faster than I thought it would.

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I have to say that this was one of my favorite cards that I sent in for the Artisan Award.  I love butterflies and these colors go so well together.  I’m sad to say goodbye to them, but I am so thrilled with the new InColors that I won’t find the transition difficult.  I used Baja Breeze for the base and followed it with Kiwi Kiss and Walk in the Park designer series paper. The butterflies are Kiwi Kiss, Baja Breeze, Basic Gray and Not Quite Navy set on Whisper White squares that were matted with Basic Gray.  The saying is from Only Ovals and is stamped in Basic Gray and matted on Cameo Coral. 

Wow, did you see over at 2 Sketches 4 You that I made the Top 5!  I am so thrilled and excited to have one more week to play along.  I am also speechless because the cards that have been submitted have been so entirely awesome that I never thought I’d make it this far.  Congrats to everyone who has been playing along.  You are all wonderful people and are all so crafty.  Thanks also to Laura and Kazan who have made this all possible along with the wonderful Design Team over there.  I now have to come up with something to top all of the cards from the past few weeks.  Talk about pressure. 

I got a new computer!  My old one has been dying a slow death and I’ve been without a laptop for almost 2, maybe 3 weeks now.  I feel like I am so far behind.  Roger is working on getting it set up so I can get back online. 

Well we are off to the zoo.  Our membership expires soon and a cold front moved through so we are going to enjoy a nice warm day in the sun.  Dinosaurs Alive is there and the boys are going to love it!  I’ll show pictures later this week.  Have a great Monday!

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Today I have another Artisan Award entry to show you. This one actually made it onto Stamper’s Showcase about a week ago. I just loved the layout and color scheme. I used Very Versatile and the hostess set Echoes of Kindness.  The flowers were stamped in Basic Gray and colored in with Tangerine Tango and Kiwi Kiss.

I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!  I’m off to learn how to make Wilton roses.  Wish me luck on that.

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