Mixed Bunch Thank You

Yesterday I had the privilege of dining with some wonderful friends.  Kay called earlier in the day and invited me over for supper.  It was just what I needed.  Good food and good conversation.  Her husband, Jerry, is the one I always turn to any time I have a computer issue.  He has gotten me out of more than one technical jam, usually of my own making.  I am somewhat technically challenged even though I love all the gadgets available to us today.  Kay shared with me albums she has been putting together for several years.  They were wonderful!  She uses magazine pages, written pages, old cards, etc. and puts them altogether into three ring binders in page protectors.  I enjoyed going through them last night.

My order arrived yesterday, but the only thing I had time for was to inventory the contents of the box.  I wanted to play with them but just did not have the time.  Chasing a two year old is an ongoing marathon!  Once Mom picked up the little man, it was time to get ready to head over to Jerry and Kay's.

When I returned home, I got busy and designed a thank you card for them.  With the hour getting late, I decided to do a very clean and simple card.  The inside of the card has another Mixed Bunch Blossom that I stamped a sentiment on before punching with the new Blossom Punch.  The Mixed Bunch stamp set and the Blossom Punch are new products from our new Occasions Mini Catalog. 

Stamp Sets: Mixed Bunch, Because I Care (Retired); Ink:  Island Indigo; Card Stock: Island Indigo, Whisper White; Accessories: Antique Brads, Blossom Punch, Jewels Basic Rhinestones, Modern Label Punch, Stampin' Sponge, Stampin' Dimensionals

The card stock looks more green than indigo.  I'm thinking I need a new camera.  Lately, this one has not been giving me good quality photos.  Sigh... wonder if Santa can find one for me?  :-)

Now I'm off to finish up that Raining Flowers design I mentioned the other day.

Blessings from Marsha

Christmas in Black, White And Silver

It's been such a busy week and this is only Tuesday.  I've not had a lot of time to create in the last few days so tonight I decided to make a quick and easy card.  I wanted to do something different so I chose black, white and silver.  I've never done a Christmas card with this combination.  Who would think that black and white would work.  I love the Christmas Lodge tree.  It is perfect for embossing.  I added just a touch of color when stamping the sentiment.

Stamp Sets:  Christmas Lodge, Teeny Tiny Wishes; Ink: Cherry Cobbler; Card Stock:  Basic Black, Whisper White, Silver Glimmer Paper; Accessories:  Pewter Emboss Powder, Modern Label Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, Heat Tool

That's it for today.  Watch for tomorrow's post as I have plenty of good news to share.

Blessings from Marsha

Don't You Love Getting Gift Cards?

I know I do!  I think we all have those hard to buy for people in our lives.  What better way to ensure they get what they want.  While there are those who think gift cards are too impersonal, I think they are a great alternative to selecting a gift that winds up never being used.

What is so great about them, is they fit any occasion.  Whether you want to say thank you, I love you or happy birthday, gift cards are a perfect gift.

Here are several I have designed for different occasions. I used various stamps, inks and card stock.  If you want more detail, e-mail me at marsha@coffeepotstampingcafe.com.

Over the next several weeks, I'll be sharing more gift card holders with you.  The holidays are just around the corner and what a wonderful  way to decorate your Christmas tree than with gift cards for everyone.

Blessings from Marsha

Saturday Morning Errands

Saturday has always been reserved for errands.  I don't remember when that started but I'm sure it had to do with the fact that I could leave my boys home with their dad and have a few hours of freedom.  They would rather have the fun of running and playing than being confined to a car and restricted to their best behavior while out in public.  And, they got to help Dad do whatever guy things he had planned for the day.

The card I'm sharing this morning, before I run those errands, is a tribute to my three sons.  It is also one I designed for our current llama blog hop.  Christmas has always been celebrated with great joy in my family.  Celebrating the birth of our Savior, Jesus, is the focal point but anticipating a visit from Santa was high on the list for my boys.  They would hang their stockings, head to bed and be awake for hours too excited to settle down and sleep.  Eventually, it would quiet down and Santa would make his appearance.  Such fun and happiness.  I loved it and I miss those days now that the boys are grown with families of their own.

When I first saw the Holiday Mini Catalog and the Stitched Stockings Stamp Set and the Stocking Builder Punch, I knew I had to have them.  Now, I usually don't get excited about Christmas until after Thanksgiving, but this year Stampin' Up!® has too many fun Christmas products for me to wait that long.  So, here is the card I made in remembrance of the three stockings that hung in my home when the boys were small.

Stamp Sets:  Stitched Stockings, Teeny Tiny Wishes; Inks:  Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Early Espresso; Card Stock:  Pool Party, Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Frostwood Lodge Designer Series Paper; Accessories:  Stocking Builder Punch, Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch, White Baker's Twine, Basic Jewels Rhinestones, Dazzling Details, 3/8" Cherry Cobbler Quilted Satin Ribbon, Early Espresso Neutrals Brads, Stampin' Dimensionals

Okay, now that I have Christmas somewhat out of my system, I'm turning my focus to Thanksgiving.  I have so very much for which to be thankful.

How about you?  What makes you thankful?  Leave a comment and let me know.  I would love to hear from you.

Blessings from Marsha

Hello Blossoms from the Summer Mini

As promised here is a card using one of the stamp sets available in the Summer Mini Catalog.  Hello Blossoms is a cheery single stamp that brings a smile to your card.  Another Summer Mini feature is the new Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch.  An easy to use front lever let's you select the image you want.  Three images in one punch lets you create beautiful layered blossoms or you can use each layer by itself.

Stamp Sets:  Hello Blossoms, Just Believe; Inks:  Daffodil Delight Stampin' Write Marker, Old Olive Stampin Write Marker,  Marina Mist Stampin' Write Marker, Dusty Durango Stampin' Write Marker (retired); Card Stock:  Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Brights Daffodil Delight Polka Dot DSP;  Accessories:  Triple Layer Blossoms Punch, Modern Label Punch, Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon (retired), Stampin' Dimensionals

And there you have it.  Two great products from the Summer Mini Catalog.  There are only two weeks left before the Hello Blossoms Stamp Set will be gone so place your order now. 

If you have any questions, just let me know.

Blessings from Marsha

Pennant Birthday for Him

The Pennant Parade Stamp Set and the Petite Pennants Builder Punch are the perfect combination for a card that a guy won't think too sissy.  :-)  Early Espresso, Very Vanilla and Well Worn Designer Series Paper set the tone for this wish big birthday card.  No frills but just a little sparkle with a touch of Dazzling Details, just one of the new products from in the Holiday Mini. This is the masculine card designed for Thursday's Come & Go Card Buffet.

Stamp Sets:  Pennant Parade, So Happy for You; Ink:  Early Espresso; Card Stock:  Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, Well Worn Designer Series Paper; Accessories:  Petite Pennants Builder Punch, Modern Label Punch, Dazzling Details

Time to go for now.  My little people just arrived and I need to give them my undivided attention.  My next project will feature a stamp set from the Summer Mini Catalog.  It's only available through August 31st.


Blessings from Marsha