5 Petal Flowers

There hasn't been much time to create these last few days.  I've been spring cleaning and eliminating so much stuff that I've been too tired to sit at the craft table.  After Aiden left today, I pulled up My Digital Studio and this is the card I created.  I've been using the 30-Day Free Trial and can't wait until my full set gets here.  I'll have a lot more projects I'll be able to do with it.

This program is really a lot of fun and you should give it a try.

My Digital Studio

One of the things I determined to do this year was to learn how to use My Digital Studio.  Over the last couple of weeks I've been experimenting and having a lot of fun.  I have so many photos to scan and start making those scrapbooks I've been wanting to make for my sons and grandchildren and this will be such an easy way to get the job done!  Here is the first page that I made.  Mariah is my youngest granddaughter and loves to come to Grandma's to craft and create.  She is turning into quite the little artist.

I love My Digital Studio and over the next few days, I'll be sharing what I've been creating.  And, don't forget, you can try it yourself for free.  Stampin' Up!® is now offering a 30-day free trial of My Digital Studio.  Give it a try and let me know what you think!

Mixed Bunch Trio

Today's card is a take on one that I saw in my new demonstrator magazine but with a couple of variations.  It features product from the upcoming Occasions Mini Catalog.  Mixed Bunch Stamp Set, Blossom Punch and Dazzling Details all combine to make a simple and easy card.

Stamp Sets:  Mixed Bunch, Tiny Tags; Inks:  Baha Breeze, Pool Party, Calypso Coral, Lucky Limeade, Cherry Cobbler; Card Stock:  Sahara Sand, Baja Breeze, Calypso Coral, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Whisper White; Accessories:  Blossom Punch, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Punch, 1" Inch Circle Punch, Jewelry Tag, Punch, Cherry Cobbler Emboss Powder, VersaMark, Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details, Stampin' Dimensionals, Silver Mini Brads

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Blessings from Marsha

Christmas Lodge Ornaments

It was a great weekend.  Friday night my five year old and six year old grandsons spent the night with me.  Mom and Dad had a company Christmas party to attend so Gran offered to keep the little people overnight.  We had a grand time.  On Saturday, they helped me put up the tree and had a ball.  We sang Christmas songs and I loved having them help.  It didn't give me much time to create but I wouldn't trade the time with them for anything!  

A few months ago a friend gave me a bunch of round and square white coasters.  I got the bright idea to making ornaments out of some of them.  I kept these very simple just to get a feel for how they would look.  The next ones are going to have a rosette layer.

Stamp Set:  Christmas Lodge; Ink: Old Olive;  Card Stock:  Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper (retired), Very Vanilla; Accessories:  Round White Coaster, Pewter Emboss Powder, 5/8" Whisper White Organdy Ribbon, Dazzling Details

Stamp Set:  Christmas Lodge; Ink:  Old Olive; Card Stock:  Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper (retired), Very Vanilla; Accessories:   Round White Coaster, Red Twill Ribbon, Pewter Emboss Powder, Dazzling Details (colored with Cherry Cobbler re-inker)

And that is all I have for today.  I'll be back tomorrow.

Blessings from Marsha

Elegant Thank You

With the busyness of the season, I've not had much time to sit down and create much other than gifts for family and friends.  But, now that Christmas is just a couple of weeks away, it has me thinking of all those thank you cards that will need to be sent to those who bless us with a gift.  The card I'm sharing with you today, is a clean and simple one.  Sometimes less is more.

Stamp Set:  Elegant Thank You; Ink:  Cherry Cobbler; Card Stock:   Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White, DSP (uncertain); Accessories:  Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch

One of the perks of being a Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator, is I've had the chance to see the new Occasions Mini Catalog and the new Sale-A-Bration Catalog.  My order from both comes tomorrow and I can't wait to show you what I create.  So, stay tuned for a preview of things to come.

Blessings from Marsha

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Do you enjoy crafting?  Wouldn't you love to earn money while doing something you enjoy?  And, what about the convenience of setting your own hours?  If you find that appealing, then Stampin' Up!® is the right opportunity for you.

Creating beautiful cards, scrapbook pages and 3-D projects is something I love to do.  I also enjoy helping others explore their creativity by sharing what I do.  Sharing my passion for stamping, meeting new people and having the chance to build my own business are just a few reasons that made me decide to become a Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator.  I also get to set my own schedule!

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What Is A Workshop, You Ask?

A Stampin' Up!® Workshop is a creative event you host in your home and invite your friends to enjoy an evening of stamping fun guided by your own personal creative coach.  When you host a Workshop, you'll see new project ideas, learn different techniques and make a project that is yours to keep.

Click here to check my event calendar and find a date that's right for you.  I will help make it a fun-filled event for you and your friends as you all explore your own creativity!

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Contact me today to schedule your very own creative workshop.  You'll be glad you did!


Blessings from Marsha