Hidden Gem

I had looked at the Write Stuff Designer Paper Pack on page 163 in the Idea Book and Catalogue many, many times and did not realize just how wonderful this pack was. It has 3 designer papers (2 of each) and 3 sheets of cardstock die cuts that are gorgeous. Then I was on Andrea Walford's blog and she has a wonderful class PDF for sale using this paper pack.

I will be teaching this class here in Chatham for my customers or anyone who is interested in attending. You can contact my by e-mail: alisonmreid@hotmail.com to inquire about the class or place an order or check out my Stampin Up site on my events calendar for more details or to purchase these products on line.

Just on quick to post some new things.....

Cute little valentine treat holder created by a fellow SU! Demonstrator Kerry Bedda...how adorable. You would be the hit of your children's class if they sent these in for their valentines.

Clean and simple card that I used Stampin Up! new i (Heart) Hearts and Well Scripted stamp set. I had to try using the twine to tie my ribbon end. I have been seeing this done on a ton of others cards and blogs. I CASEd this and am off to find the blog to give credit....

I purchased the Lattice die and have to say that I truly love it....many uses and it fits with alot of styles. It makes a great mask as well. I also used the new Large Bird on a Branch punch...it has to be my favorite right now. I know the picture doesn't show it well, but I tried the alcohol and shimmer paint mixture to create a glittery mist....I used it on the bird....love it!!!! This was cased from a lovely blog and I am off to find it too....I really need to write the links down...thanks for sharing.

Fairytales Photography Contest

How exciting!!! Two awesome photographers of Fairytales Photography are giving away a 1 hour photo session. All you have to do is join their Facebook group for one entry and become a follower of their Fairytales blog for another. Just click on the links for more details.

You really need to check out their photos...they are fantastic. They did our family pictures last year in November on a REALLY cold day and still got some terrific shots of my cold boys!!!!

Check them out..you won't be disappointed.

New Mini Occassions samples

I had a chance to sit down and CASEd a couple of cards that I have seen on Splitcoast. The pink butterfly is pretty much a duplicate of Mary Brown's card..I just used Melon Mambo paper and used the dot embossing folder for the Taken with Teal strip of paper. Did you notice the butterfly embosslits and the Old Olive satin ribbon. I have to have all of the colours now. I foresee a ribbon share coming on. Contact me if you want more details.

This one was pretty simple but clean and fresh. I used the swiss dot embossing folder, two step bird punch and Well Scripted stamp set (cling mount stamps). Did you check out the bottom of the card...I used the border punch you could earn for free for placing an order of $65 (before taxes and shipping) or host a qualifying workshop....contact me to book your workshop!!!!

And here is another MDS project I played with.....

What do you THINK????

My first project with Stampin Up! "My Digital Studio"

Well I thought I would give the My Digital Studio a try since I needed more photo Christmas cards. This one was easy peasy and is a 6X6 square and it only took me 10 minutes to put together. Now all I have to do is take it to a photo place and have them print them.

The My Digital Studio has tons of options for creating projects like cards, layout pages, albums and calendars. Contact me if you would like more information about purchasing and using the My Digital Studio or if you have a photo editing program like Photoshop how you can purchase Stampin Up downloads to add to your digital collection. The options are endless.

A Christmas card and DVD tin album

I saw this somewhere on the web quite some time ago and cannot remember the source...I just loved the idea and the simplicity of this card.

Also, I did a DVD tin album class out at a friend's house in Wheatley and we had a great time and Kristy made the best Sunday brunch ever. Here is the tin......

Oh my gosh.....can't believe I have not posted since September.

I am so surprised that it was September 27th since the last time that I posted on my blog....yikes..I have been just so busy with everything. I have a couple of projects that I need to download. Hopefully, I will get to it tonight.

T'was the Night Before Christmas Stampin UP! Event

Wow, can you believe it is already time to think about Christmas!!! We are so excited to announce the details of our upcoming Christmas card making event. Together, 10 wonderful Stampin Up! Demonstrators have teamed up to offer you the best stamping day you have had!!

Save Saturday October 24th for this fabulous event that will be held at CKCS! There will be 10 fabulous projects where you will learn new techniques, play with new products from our Idea book and mini catalogue, get a jump start on your Christmas cards and just have a day away.

We are sooooo excited about this event for so many reasons!!! We all love having a room filled with ladies laughing, listening to Christmas music and stamping!!! Also, this event is supporting the CKCS-Kids Christmas Project. What is this you ask…CKCS and Goodfellows team up every year to ensure that children/teens/parents of Chatham-Kent have something to put under the tree for Christmas.

That being said we will have lots of door prizes and we ask that if you bring a small toy or gift for a child/teen/parent that you will earn 2 extra ballots to be added to the door prize draw. Another way to earn extra ballots would be to get yourself and 5 friends together to book an entire table for our event.

Event size: 60 lovely ladies (these spots will fill up FAST so you’ll want to register early!!!)
Registration deadline is Monday October 12th, 2009 and tickets are $65/person.

To see the projects follow this photobucket link to view what all of the ladies have created for you: T'was the Night Before Christmas Project album. Check out all of the awesome creations.


What will you get!!!!!
*A day away stamping.
*Meet a wonderful group of ladies.
*Make 10 fabulous projects.
*Meet 10 creative demonstrators.
*Lunch and Snacks.
*A chance to win AMAZING PRIZES!!!
*You’ll be supporting a great cause.

We ask that you purchase your tickets in advance to reserve your spot. For tickets or if you have any questions about this exciting event please don’t hesitate to email or call and we will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.

Jackie Bultje
519-351-7882

jjbultje@ciaccess.com

Alison Reid
519-354-6148
alisonmreid@hotmail.com

Needed a new look........

Hey Everyone,
I decided I needed a new blog look, so I checked out hot bliggity blog for a new free blog background. Let me know what you think. I tried a bunch but kept coming back to this one.

I have been busy in my craft room....I have done some cleaning, purging and re-organizing and of course crafting. I have been busy making cards. Some for coaches and some for upcoming classes that I have planned. Stay tuned!!!!

P.S. If you live locally, save the date of October 24th for a fabulous and exciting Stampin Up! event planned with 9 other SU demonstrators. You will not want to miss this!!!!! More information to follow SOON!!!!

Sweet Deal

Dates: September 1-November 30, 2009

Promotion Details:
I am excited to bring you this sweet deal for hostesses September through November:

• Host a workshop totaling $330 or more and choose any one item* from the 2009 Holiday Mini Catalogue for only $14! *Offer excludes hostess sets and My Digital Studio.

October 1, when My Digital Studio is released to customers, this offer will become even sweeter:

• Host a workshop of at least $525 and get My Digital Studio for 50% off the retail price (retail price: $106.95; promotional price: $53.47)!

*This sweet deal on top of the great hostess specials of free hostess sets and free products.

I am thrilled to bring you this very exciting hostess promotion. In fact, I would love to make sure that you get great rewards at your workshop! Let's start planning your Holiday Mini workshops today - give me a call and we can set aside some time to have a party at your place or mine!

Wow..have you seen the new holiday mini??

Let me know if you need a copy of the *NEW* holiday mini catalogue. There are some fabulous products in this catalogue. You need to take a peek.

You can either e-mail me if you would like anything ordered or visit my Stampin Up site to shop at alisonreid.stampinup.net

Wow...so much going on lately.

Just going to quickly post a card I did a while back.....I know I CASED it from someone...but I cannot remember exactly who and where!!!!

Supplies: (All Stampin Up)

Stamps: Trendy Trees (one of my favs)

Ink: Melon Mambo and Chocolate Chip, Versa Mark

Paper: Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Melon Mambo, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP

Other: Scallop Edge punch, 1 1/4 square punch, 1/2" circle punch, brad, Chocolate chip ribbon

Margartia Madness Party

MARGARITA MADNESS STAMPIN’ UP! PARTY
(non-alcoholic of course)

HOSTED BY
ALISON REID & SHERI PELTIER
THESE TWO INDEPENDENT STAMPIN’ UP! DEMONSTRATORS HAVE TEAMED UP TO BRING YOU AN EVENING OF STAMPING AND FUN.

When: THURSDAY, AUGUST 20TH, 2009
Where: 215 MURRAY ST. CHATHAM
Time: 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M
Cost: $12.00/PERSON (making cards)
FREE to walk through

WE WILL BE COMPLETING 2 PROJECTS. SPACE IS LIMITED
SIGN UP NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
RSVP by August 18th, 2009

Everyone attending the party will receive a ballot to win a door prize.
Extra door prize ballots for:
· BRINGING A FRIEND
· PLACING AN ORDER
· BRINGING A FRIEND WHO PLACES AN ORDER
· BOOKING A HOME WORKSHOP
· BRINGING A FRIEND WHO BOOKS A WORKSHOP
· BRING A DONATION FOR THE COMMUNITY CLOTHING CENTER

If you cannot participate in the card making-still come on out to
enjoy some refreshment and laughs!!

NOT FAMILIAR WITH STAMPIN UP? WE WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOU.
We will have a table set up with tools and stamps for you to try.
Lots of new stuff to peek at and retired product for sale.

TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT:
SHERI PELTIER: 519-355-1235 ricknshr@sympatico.ca
ALISON REID: 519-354-6148 or email alisonmreid@hotmail.com

MIA...

I have been missing in action trying to get my Stampin Up! Facebook group going as well as planning my "Margarita Madness" event at the end of this month. If you are a member of Facebook come and join my group I'd love to have you. Back to work tomorrow, so off to bed. I hope to post some creations real soon....so check back often.

A gift card holder with some new stuff....

I found this template somewhere online and I cannot seem to remember on whose blog....kuddos to whom it belongs to because I throughly enjoyed making this cute little gift card holder with some of the Rich Razzleberry and Soft Suede ink and paper. If you would like step by step instructions, please e-mail me at alisonmreid@hotmail.com I would be glad to share.

All products are Stampin Up unless otherwise noted:
Stamps: En francais BG (109521), Flight of the Butterfly(111564)
Paper: Very Vanilla, Soft Suede and Rich Razzleberry
Ink: Soft Suede and Rich Razzleberry
Other: Slot punch, scallop circle punch, 1 3/8 circle punch, 1 1/4 circle punch, Rich Razzleberry polka dot ribbon, corner rounder and sticky strip.

Not sure if you can see the watermark with my name and blog address in the corner of the picture, but I would like to thank Karen Giron for the lovely watermark that I can now add to my creations. I feel so professional now. If you would like to purchase a watermark from Karen you can check out her blog here there are many to choose from and I had to get 2 of them of course. She is also an awesome card maker and her cards will give you so much inspiration.

Deal of the Week #3

As some pizazz to your projects with the Square Rhinestone brads on sale this week. From now through to July 20th...you get 80 brads for $10.95 (30% off the regular price of $15.95). E-mail me if you need any of these ordered.

Oh my "baby" turned 8

My how time flies...I remember the day, I mean moment that my son Jacob was born and now already, 8 years have passed. He has brought joy to our lives and he makes us proud each and every day. We celebrated his birthday by inviting his friends to a party at my office in the gymnasium. They played soccer, had snacks, had a silly string fight and played out in the playground. It was an action packed 2 hours. HAPPY 8th BIRTHDAY JACOB!!!!

Some new product and a couple of cards.....

I CASEd this card from somewhere on the internet..I just can't for the life of me...remember where??? For this card I used some of Stampin Up's new colours and product from the 2009/2010 idea book. We will be making this at my friend Sheri and I's "Mojito Madness Party" on August 20, 2009. Stayed tuned for more details.

**All products SU unless otherwise specified**

Stamps: Wings of Friendship (Level 2 hostess set), Great Friend

Paper: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Dusty Durango, Kraft and Delicate Dots DSP (retired)

Ink: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Dusty Durango

Other: Top Note Die, Scallop edge punch, Prettied kit(pearls), swiss dot cuttlebug embossing folder and ribbon offray

Another card using only one set and isn't the Razzle Dazzle set just gorgous...this simple card packs alot of punch.

Stamps: Razzle Dazzle

Paper: Night of Navy, Very Vanilla, Rich Razzleberry

Ink: Night of Navy, Old Olive, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Dusty Durango

Other: Twill, Oval Scallop Punch, Curly Label Punch, Word Window punch, Mini Library clip.

I have another to add but it will have to wait until tomorrow as I am getting pretty sleepy. Up early to walk with a freind. Thanks for looking.

Stampin Up's July Deal #2 July 6-July 12

The Big Shot Doctor's Bag (113474) is the deal of the week!!!

Carry your Big Shot machine, cutting pads, and dies in stunning style. This black-and-white checked doctor’s bag makes storing and transporting your Big Shot machine easy and convenient. It has handles for carrying and a shoulder strap for when your hands are full of other crafting supplies. It also makes a fantastic overnight bag!

This fantastic bag is priced at $103.95, but this week you can purchase it for only $77.99!