Happy St. Patrick's Day

Today's Leadership swap card was created by Penni Litwiller. She used the Wreath thinlits for the wreath and bow. Textured the background with the woodgrain embossing folder. Gold glitter in groups of 3 complete the wreath.

Another FREE SAB stamp set card

Today's Leadership swap card was created by Robin Scherzer using the FREE Lotus Blossoms stamp set from the Sale-A-Bration catalog. You could receive this stamp set by placing a $50 order. Robin used Bermuda Bay for the card base, Whisper White, and Basic Black. The Basic Black piece was run through the big dots embossing folder. Sequins from the Occasion catalog complete this beautiful card.

Smile

Today's Leadership swap card was created by Lyssa Griffin Zwolanek. What a great way to use up those long small scraps. Lyssa added a "cloud" using the cupcake punch, a clear button, and White Bakers Twine.

Something to warm up the freeze

Here in Northern Ohio we have below zero temps. Beautiful sunrise and blue skies but so cold. This is another Leadership swap I received last month. This one was created by Alicia Graham. These happy colors will help warm us up. Love the Pom Pom touch.

Happy Birthday

Today's swap card was made by Mary Ann Bernhardt. She used Soft Suede cardstock for the base and Coastal Cabana for the layer. DSP finished the card. Love the rhinestone accents.

Another "man" card

Today's Leadership swap card was created by Tina Rappe. She used our new bow punch for the bow tie....how cute. The colors are very masculine and would be a great card for birthday, as shown, or another celebration for that special male in your family.

To A Classic

Today's swap card was created by Kim Buckingham. What a great card for the man in your life. Birthday, Father's Day, any occasion. Base is Early Expresso as are the 3 brads in the upper right hand corner.

Rose red!

Today's card was created by Angela Waters. The base card is Smoky Slate and the layers are Rose Red, Window Sheet, and Silver Glimmer paper. Such a striking card for that special person.

Hello Swap Card

Today's swap card was made by Sharon McNeely. It uses the Painted Petals stamp set and Painted Blooms Designer Paper. Usually we use the ribbon to cover the edge of the papers but Sharon put the ribbon behind the DSP. What a clever idea.

Another swap card

Today's Leadership Swap card was created by Jessica Brigden. It uses Wild Wasabi as the background color, Wild Wasabi seam binding as the ribbon and Gold Designer paper cut with the Butterfly Basics Thinlit as the focal point. Such a beautiful and easy card to CASE.

Leadership swaps

During Leadership 2015 in not so warm Orlando I participated in an organized swap organized by Lyssa Z. I love her swaps as the quality is perfection. Today's post is a card made by Patti Gress. She used the Wreath framelit to create a gorgeous Valentine card. She used the hearts embossing folder for the background. Great card.

It is so cold! -21 last night actual

I thought since it's so cold in most of the country I would post something to help keep us warm.

Happy Valentines Day

Today's project uses the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Die from the Occasions Catalog. So easy to turn into a bag to hold those Valentine, or any special gift, goodies to give to your special someone.

March Stamp kit with Markers!!

March Stamp Kit Dixie Finn www.dixiefinn.stampinup.net This month’s kit is $75.00 and will include the Balloon Bash stamp set (Photopolymer only), 1 package of Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper, 1 package Painted Blooms Cotton Twine, and 1 each of Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride, and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write markers. You will also choose 1 FREE Sale-a-Bration item. You will also receive the supplies to finish 5 cards/envelopes. Here are the 5 cards for this kit.

Payment is due by March 1st. Please call or email me with your request.

Box to hold the cards from the Speciality Class

This is the box we will be making to hold the cards and envelopes in the Speciality Class. Such a wonderful project.

Love the Stripes

Love the stripes on this card. And the little White Bakers Twine bow. So easy and so cute.

Balloon Bash, not Birthday Bash

Love the color combinations in this designer paper. These cards are just great for anyone's birthday. 5 cards/envelopes and a box to hold them.

Love Birthday Bash

This is the 3rd card we will be making at the Speciality class. I love the Birthday Bash stamp set and paper. So bright and colorful. Please join us.

Another card from this month's Speciality Class and a preview of the March Stamp of the month kit

This is another card we will be making on the 21st. I'm going to put this stamp set together with a couple of markers, some bakers twine and a package of DSP and make that the March Stamp of the Month kit. I'll post details of the kit this weekend.

Sneak peek of the upcoming Speciality Class

This is one of the cards and envelopes we will be making on Saturday, February 21st at 10:00 am. It is the monthly Speciality class and the cost will be $20 with a package of Designer Paper. This class will include 5 cards/envelopes and a box to store them. RSVP by Wednesday, February 11 to ensure arrival of order.

Hair and body scared stiff

Eyes closed, white knuckle grip....scared out of my mind. Look at the hair going back. This was a fast bumpy ride. But I rode it!!

Manager's Reception Gift

This is the wonderful gift we were handed when we boarded the bus after a fantastic evening at Hollywood Studios. This is where the Manager's Reception was held. We had this whole section to ourselves for 2 hrs. I even rode the Rock N Roller coaster...scary I'll tell you.

So much to share but brought home a bug

I have so much to share from the Stampin'Up! Leadership convention.,....but I brought home a bug!! 102 temp., sore throat, body aches, coughing......you get the idea. I'll spend today putting things together and will begin posting some of it tomorrow. Loved the convention so much.

I DID IT!!!

Yes, the title is in all caps. I am shouting. My one New Years resolution is to post to my blog everyday. And for the month of January I did it! Some mess ups with scheduled posts but I did it. I am so thankful for you, my friends, customers, and team members for all the support you give me. To my wonderful Sandee who keeps me organized and on track so I can do everything. Thank you all again.

Card 6

Card 6 uses the following supplies: Same stamp set and thinlit dies. Wild Wasabi and Whisper White cardstock. Painted Blooms Designer Paper from Occasions Catalog. Wild Wasabi and rose Red inks. Other supplies: Sponge, Decorative Label Punch, Stampin Dimensionals, and Rhinestones.

Card 5 from February Stamps in the Mail kit

Card 5 (my favorite) uses the following supplies: Same stamp set and thinlits dies. Daffodil Delight, Whisper White, and Mossy Meadow cardstock. Daffodil Delight and Mossy Meadow ink. Other supplies: In color Mossy Meadow ribbon, Pearls, Bitty butterfly punch, and glue dots.