Stampin' Blends Sunday

Hello stampers and happy Sunday!  What a week it has been!  Between a visit from my stampin' BFF, Wendy, 4th of July celebrations and time with family, it has been a week full of fun times.  Sadly, Wendy and I didn't get any time to stamp together...BOO!  And I didn't have much to stamp the rest of the week as well, but I did manage to get in a little stamp time this morning while everyone was still sleeping.

I got all of the NEW Stampin' Blend colors at the beginning of the week and they have been sitting on my desk just waiting to be used.  So, I inked up my favorite coloring stamp set, Animal Outings, and got in a little color therapy this morning. One of the new Stampin' Blend colors I was excited to get was Poppy Parade.  I was so happy to see this color return and even more so when I saw that there would be a Stampin' Blend in this color too!

Supplies Used:

Paper ~ Poppy Parade, Whisper White, Basic Black, Animal Expedition DSP

Ink ~ Memento, Poppy Parade, Stampin' Blends: Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Crumb Cake, Smoky Slate

Stamp Set ~ Animal Outing

Other Supplies ~ Tailored Tag Punch, Animal Friends Thinlits, Leaf Ribbon

I am hoping to sneak in a little bit more stamping time later today.  But first, I promised my youngest a bike ride and then I have to get our yard mowed before it gets too hot.  And with the heat wave that we have going on, a visit to the pool will likely happen this afternoon as well!

I hope you all have a fantastic Sunday and get in a little of your own stamping time!

Happy Stamping!

Celebrate Independence Day

Happy 4th of July stampers!  Do you have any fun-filled plans for today?

I'll fill you in on our amazing plans in just a bit.  But first, I have a festive card to share with you!  In honor of Independence Day, I have a fun card to share with you today.  A few weeks ago I saw this painting on Pinterest and was inspired to pull out my Waterfront stamp set.  I have seen several other similar cards as well...I love all of our creative minds!

Supplies Used:

Paper ~ Blueberry Bushel, Whisper White, Silver Glimmer

Ink ~ Blueberry Bushel, Lovely Lipstick, Memento, VersaMark

Stamp Set ~ Waterfront

Other Supplies ~ Celebrate You Thinlits, White Embossing Powder

I LOVE the Waterfront stamp set!  I have seen so many amazing creations!  

Today is guaranteed to be a fun day of celebrating our country's independence!  My stampin' BFF, the amazing Wendy Weixler, and her hubby flew in yesterday in their awesome Clifford plane for a little visit for the holiday.  Wendy and I are kicking the day off with a little fun outdoor Jazzercise class and will then head over to my parents for their annual neighborhood 4th of July parade.  Kids decorate their bikes, scooters and strollers and wear their favorite red, white and blue clothes and parade through the neighborhood.  The local Union fire truck leads the parade and we have ice cold popsicles for the kiddos at the end...so much fun!

We are also gearing up for a big bbq later this evening.  Lots of family and friends will join us for a night of back yard baseball, hide and seek and, of course, fireworks at the end of the night.  This is our second year hosting a party for the 4th of July and I can't wait for everyone to get here!  It fills my heart to the very top having a yard full of so many amazing people and making fun memories!

Wishing you all a very safe and Happy 4th of July!

Happy Stamping!

Simple Kindness ~ HSSCC293

Hello stampers!  Here we are at Tuesday again and that means it's time for an all new Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge.  This weeks challenge is all about color!

This is a fun color combo that can be used for so many different creations. Just look at all of the amazing projects from our design team!!  I decided to keep things simple with my card today and pulled out the super cute Seasoned with Kindness Hostess stamp set.  I love the little pots and plants!

Supplies Used:

Paper ~ Whisper White, Smoky Slate, Pool Party, Brights DSP

Ink ~ Smoky Slate, Basic Gray, Pool Party, Daffodil Delight

Stamp Set ~ Seasoned with Kindness

Other Supplies ~ Linen Thread, Stitched Shapes Framelits, Subtle Embossing Folder

Aren't those little flower pots the cutest?!?  

I'm off to take on the day!  My stampin' BFF Wendy and her husband are flying in today to celebrate the 4th of July with us.  I can't wait for her to get here!  We are hoping to get some stamping in during her visit, so stay tuned!!

Happy Stamping!

Twinkle Twinkle Little One ~ Monday Montage

Welcome back to Monday Montage!!!  We are back with another fabulous hop!  Make sure you click on the links below so you don't miss any of the creations...you are sure to love them all!

Since my boys are older and we don't have a lot of friends having babies at the moment, I always seem to glance over any baby related stamp sets or suites.  But when I saw the Twinkle Twinkle suite, it was one that I had to have.  Sure, it's mainly for little ones, but it would also make for a great anniversary or just because card for your significant other.

I made a few cute cards with this suite to share with you today.  The first one is a sweet little card using the new Petal Pink card stock.  I'm really liking this color, especially with the other great colors in the Twinkle Twinkle DSP.  This card will make it's way to our neighbor who just had an adorable baby girl last week.  I can't wait to go buy her a cute little girly outfit!

 Next up is a card that I plan on giving to my hubby, just because.  I don't leave him little notes or cards as often as I should and this sentiment is perfect!  I used some of the Glossy White cardstock and added a little Pool Party watercolor background.  I stamped the heart shape in the awesome new Gray Granite and added the sentiment in Night of Navy.  I added a few splatters of Pool Party and stamped a few Gray Granite stars.  With a few of the Twinkle Sequins, this card is complete!

 My last card is a cute one that could be used for any occasion for your favorite little person.  I love the Twinkle Builder Punch and all of the patterns in the DSP. I added a little bit of the Sparkle Glimmer paper behind the punch out stars and moon for just a bit of bling. This suite kind of reminds me of a sweet storybook I used to read my boys when they were younger.   

 Supplies Used:

Paper ~ Whisper White, Petal Pink, Gray Granite, Soft Sea Foam, Night of Navy, Glossy White, Twinkle Twinkle DSP, Sparkle Glimmer Paper

Ink ~ Gray Granite, Night of Navy

Stamp Set ~ Little Twinkle

Other Supplies ~ Twinkle Adhesive-Backed Sequins, Silver & Pool Party Bakers Twine, Twinkle Builder Punch, Metallic Silver Thread

Don't forget that select DSP is buy 3, get 1 free right now. The Twinkle Twinkle DSP happens to be one of the papers available during this promotion!  Get yours today!

Next stop on the hop is Cathy...I can't wait to see what she has for us this week! Or if you want to hop backwards, you can hop on back to the amazing Amy...I just love her style!

Thanks you for stopping by today!

Happy Stamping!

We've added links to all of our home pages as well so you can hop along in any order you'd like!

Amy O'Neill - Amy's Paper Crafts

Breelin Renwick - Craft-somnia Momma

Cathy Casey - Sugar Shack Designs

Dani Dziama - Dani's Thoughtful Corner

Elizabeth Price - Seeinginkspots

Julie Warnick - Julie Warnick Stampin' Up! Blog - taking this week off

Kaitlyn Zumbach - Create with Kaitlyn

Melissa Stout - The Stamp Doc
Wendy Weixler - Wickedly Wonderful Creations

Stampin' Blends, Stampin' Pads and FREE DSP...Oh MY!

Happy July stampers!!!

There is a LOT happening this month in the Stampin' Up! world, so I thought I would share it all here with you so you'll be up to date!

First off...have you heard that the NEW Stampin' Blends colors have been released?  I've been waiting for weeks for this day to get here and I can not wait for my new colors to arrive later this week! Order yours today and you'll have beautiful new colors to add to your collection too.

If the new Stampin' Blends aren't enough color for you, how about a FREE Stampin' Pad assortment?!?  Join my Craft-somnia team during the month of July and you will earn an ink pad assortment from one of the color families, including the 2017-2020 In Color collection!  When you join my team, you get $125 in product for $99, plus the FREE Stampin' Pad assortment of your choice. This is the PERFECT time to join!  Trust me...you won't regret it!

Can you handle some more excitement?!?! How about Stampin' Up's Buy 3 get 1 FREE DSP promotion? Select Designer Series Paper is Buy 3, get 1 free 

July 1-31.

Designer Series Paper Options:

Natures's Poem 12x12

Twinkle Twinkle 12x12

Under the Mistletoe 12x12

Animal Expedition 12x12

Best Route 12x12

Petal Promenade 12x12

Tranquil Textures 12x12

Garden Impressions 6x6

Tropical Escape 6x6

Wood Textures 6x6

Now is the time to stock up on these awesome patterns!

Whew!  So MANY great deals this month!!!  Are you as excited as I am?!?!  Contact me to day to place your order or to chat with me about joining my team!  I'd love to have you!

Happy Stamping!