Stampin' Up! Retiral List - Updated

Just to let you know that there were a couple of ommissions from the list and this has now been updated.

Click on the link in the side bar to check if any more of your favourite stamp sets are retiring.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

It's that time again!!! - Stampin' Up! Retiral List

I seem to have been awol for such a long time - was away from home for the whole of the summer holidays.

We spent the last week of the holidays cruising on the Norfolk Broads - what a relaxing way to travel and mooring up in the middle of broads and letting the waves lull you to sleep. Although the down side was that once i was back on dry land and lying in bed it still felt like I was moving.

Living out of a bag for 6 weeks is not ideal so was glad to get home and relax for just a wee while.

But now it is the beggining of September so I need to get back to work.

Click on the link in the side bar to see the retiral list and contact me to place an order.

Not only does the start of September mean bargains to be had but as a Demonstrator I get to preview the new catalgoue and pre-order some new goodies to play with!

If you would like your own copy of the new catalogue, you can purchase the catalogue for £5.95 and this will include free first class delivery.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

Baby Blossoms & Scallop Trim Corner and Border Help

How windy is is with you? It happens to be recycling day to day as well so there is loads of empty boxes flying around the place too!

I shared with you the other day a card made for training using Baby Blossoms and I have another one for you today.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Baby Blossoms, Perfect Punches
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Kraft, Pear Pizzazz
Card: Chocolate Chip, Kraft, Very Vanilla
Dies: Lots of Tags
Accessories: Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding Ribbon, Extra large Oval, Scallop trim corner and Scallop Trim Border.

The above scallop panel was punched from a piece of card measuring 2 7/8" x 5 11/16".

I have created a sheet with measurements for you to get the perfect border using the above punches. If you would like a copy please contact me.

Thanks for stopping by

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

Baby Blossoms - Stamping Guide Available

Well then - the house is clean finally - rooms tidied - just got commissions to get done - ready for my MIL arriving in a couple of weeks.

Yes I need that length of time to get organised and sorted!!!!

Anyway been such a long time since I posted.

In April, I carried out training for the Tartan Stamper's in Aberdeen and used one of the new sets from the Mini Catalogue.


BABY BLOSSOMS -very Cath Kidson looking - love this set but admittedly can be quite tricky. The colour scheme that we made was Not quite Navy with Pear Pizzazz. I have used one of the windowpanes on this card to hightlight the delicate flower sprig.

I made up a stamping guide to help and include this sheet with each stamp set I sell. If you would like a copy of this guide please contact me.




Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your weekend.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

Simply Stampin' Challenge - Easter

This week's challenge over at Simply Stampin' Challenge is the theme - Easter.

Not leaving it until the last minute this week as preparing for the Tartan Stamper's Training Day next Saturday.

I knew what I wanted to submit this week for the challenge - no stamping involved just loads of punching!

When I get home I plan to spritz it with glimmer paint and rubbing alcohol for a more "Faberge" style egg.


SUPPLIES:
Card: Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz
DSP: Greenhouse Gala
Accessories: Daffodil Delight narrow taffeta ribbon, Itty Bitty Shapes punches

Last day of the holidays in Elie - thank goodness the schools go back on Monday.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine
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Simply Stampin' Challenge - Colour Combination

This week's challenge over at Simply Stampin' Challenge is a colour combination.

It has been a tough one as I do not have all my inks and cardstock with me so have gone for the fabulous colour family Designer Series Papers. I have used Bravo Burgundy chalk to highlight the edges of the 2 die-cut butterflies.

Hope you like it.


SUPPLIES:
Card: Wild Wasabi, Very Vanilla
Stampin' Pastels
Dies: Mini Milk Carton, Beautifuk Butterflies
DSP: Regals, Subtles
Accessories: Clip, Silver Glass Glitter, 5/8" Very Vanilla grosgrain, Sticky Strip, Multipurpose glue

Back to Aberdeen on Sunday - schools back Monday - hurray!!

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine
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Simply Stampin' Challenge - Sketch

There is a new challenge blog - Simply Stampin' Challenge and one of Stampin' Up! Sisters (Sharon) is on the design team so I have joined in this week - although leaving it to the last day to enter is not like me but I am on holiday at my Mum's!!!

It is a sketch challenge this week and I love these as it is great to see how people interpret it.
Here is my entry. Why does inspiration always hit late at night when I am too tired to do anything?

SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Something to Celebrate - new Level 2 Hostess set available in the Mini Catalogue.
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Card: Chocolate Chip, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Dies: Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impression Embossing Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslits
DSP: Nursery Suite
Accessories:Baja Breeze Seam Binding Ribbon, 13/8" Circle punch, Modern Label Punch, Dimensionals, Sticky Strip


I am hoping that the weather gets better so we can perhaps get to the beach this afternoon.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine
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ILWS - Mini Catalogue Blog Hop

Welcome to the monster In Love With Stamping Forum Mini Catalogue Blog Hop .

There are 56 demonstrators taking part in 4 different hops. To find the other hops visit Erica and she has a list of all demonstrators taking part

If you are starting here, grab a cup of tea and a biscuit or if you have hopped here from Clare's Blog, welcome, and I hope that you liked Clare's creations as much as me.

If you would like a free copy of the New Mini Catalogue then please contact me. Click the link in the side bar to see either a flash version or download a PDF copy.

Here is the first of my creations all based around around the Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. These folders are extremely versatile and I have only shown you a couple of ideas to get you started. Interested to learn then contact me and host a Big Shot Workshop.

This was a swap that I created for Regional Demonstrator Training that took place in Edinburgh last week. I have created a similar Mother's Day Card but used pearls for a more feminine look


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Curly Cute, Occasional Greetings
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Card: Chocolate Chip, Blushing Bride
Dies: Manhattan Flower Textured Impression Embossing Folder
Accessories:Silver brads, Corner Rounder, Basics Pearls, Mat Pack, Piercing Tool


I love how the next card turned out. I wanted to use strong colours so teamed up Concord Crush with Tangerine Tango. I think it is quite dramatic. I have run my Tangerine Tango Stampin' Write along the edge of the raised flower - carefully - and used Tangering Tango Watercolour Wonder crayon and aquapainter to colour in the petals.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Growing Green
Ink: Tangerine Tango
Card: Concord Crush, Tangerine Tango, Very Vanilla
Dies: Manhattan Flower Textured Impression Embossing Folder
Accessories: Concord Crush 1/2" Stitched Poly Ribbon, Tangerine Tango Watercolour Wonder Crayon, Aquapainter


Thanks for stopping by and the next blog on the hop is Sharon who has amazing creations for you to see.


Happy Mother's Day for tomorrow - I hope that my In-Laws like the cards I made them!

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Tartan Stamper's Mini Catalogue Blog Hop

Welcome to the second Tartan Stamper's Blog Hop. If you are starting here, grab a coffee and enjoy the ride.

If you have hopped here from Liz's Blog, I am sure you will agree what fabulous creations she has made.

This time we are celebrating the New Mini Catalogue.

I am so excited about the products being offered in this biggest mini catalogue to date. There are 10 extra pages and of course we have finally got the BIG SHOT.

The Big Shot is a die cutting system and will expand your creativity. There are 23 dies available in this catalogue, 17 of these are EXCLUSIVE to Stampin' Up!

If you would like to know more about this great machine, please do not hesitate to contact me - how about hosting a workshop and have a chance to try out the machine.

If you would like a free copy then please contact me. Click the link in the side bar to see either a flash version or download a PDF copy.

There are so many great products that my wish list is really LONG!

The first card I would like to share is one that I made for a swap with the rest of the Tartan Stampers.

I have used the new Seam Binding Ribbon in Crumb Cake and ruched it along the Top Note Die. It is really soft and drapes really well.

SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Just Believe
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Card: Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Crumb Cake
Dies: Bigz Top Note, Sizzlits Little Leaves, Embosslits Beautiful Wings, Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impression Embossing Folder
Accessories: 1/2" Crumb Cake Seam Binding Ribbon, Basics Rhinestones


The next 2 projects show how versatile the Big Shot can be. The Bigz dies can be used to cut a variety of materials - the list is huge - contact me for more information.

I picked up this wonderful felt when I was at the SECC at the beginning of March. It is such good quality and perfect for these brooches. The colours are so close the Stampin' Up! colours it is incredible.

SUPPLIES:
Card: Crumb Cake
Dies: Bigz L Fun Flowers, Bigz Beautiful Butterflies,Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impression Embossing Folder
Accessories: 1/4" White Grosgrain Ribbon, Subtles Buttons, Rich Regals Buttons


Thanks for visiting me and the next blog on the hop is Lorraine.

Come back tomorrow to see some more creations with the great products in the New Mini Catalogue.


Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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New Mini Catalogue Products Now Available

No April Fool today but does anyone remember the saying "a pinch and a punch for the first of the month"?

Anyway, today is the launch of the NEW Mini Catalogue, all I can say is WOW and HURRAY. It contains amazing products including the much awaited Big Shot and dies.

Being a Demonstrator I am able to preorder some of the goodies and play with them, hence I have been a bit sporadic posting lately! Couldn't tear myself away from the dies!!!!!

Come back at 10am when I am taking part in a blog hop. Hopefully the post will work as I have scheduled it as I am at the end of term Easter Service for school.

Click on the link in the side bar to view either a flash version or download a PDF copy.

If you would like your own personal copy of the Mini, please contact me.


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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March Frenzy Begins

This post will stay at the top until the end of March or until stock run out - I will kept this posted with stock levels.

You can get up to 30 percent off the following great Stampin’ Up! products during our March Frenzy sale!

Item	Page	Description	Discount	Retail Price	Sale Price
109679	40	Fast Flowers Stampin’ Around Wheel	20 %	£6.50	£5.20
109685	48	Neighborhood Stampin’ Around Jumbo Wheel	30%	£8.50	£5.95
110528	61	Friendly Set	30%	£16.95	£11.87
107559	69	Spot On Stampin’ Around Jumbo Wheel	20%	£8.50	£6.80
109675	70	Baroque Border Stampin’ Around Wheel	30%	£6.50	£4.55
110524	75	Cheer & Wishes Set	30%	£16.95	£11.87
121717	87	A4 Shimmery White Card Stock	30%	£7.50	£5.25
106555	87	A4 Glossy White Card Stock	20%	£6.25	£5.00
117167	89	Greenhouse Gala Designer Series Paper	20%	£8.75	£7.00
113659	93	Hidden Garden Blossoms Rub-Ons	30%	£8.50	£5.95
111325	99	Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware	20%	£25.95	£20.76
120963	102	Stampin’ Pastels New Color Kit	30%	£11.25	£7.88
102845	102	Blender Pens	20%	£7.95	£6.36

All items are limited quantity at the discounted price.

So if you would like to place an order (I can now take payment by CREDIT CARD too!) then please contact me via the email in the sidebar.


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

Less is More - Masculine Challenge

I look forward to Saturdays as the Less is More Challenge for the week is set.

I have been busy this week playing with my new Mini Catalogue goodies that I have forgot to put up any blog posts this week!


I did a commission similar to this but forgot to take a picture (typical). I used the Blender Pen (on offer this month) to pull the ink from the edges of the tree and add a bit more grass at the bottom of the tree. The edges of the card were roughed up a bit with the distressing tool.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Lovely as a Tree, Basic Phrases
Ink: Always Articoke, Chocolate Chip
Stamp'n'write: Early Expresso
Card: Naturals Ivory, Always Artichoke, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: linen thread, Blender Pen, Distressing tool


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Less is More Challenge - Off the Page

Snowing here today so perfect for staying inside and crafting - that is my plan but have some sorting to do for the local Scout Jumble sale in a couple of weeks.

Over at Less is More the challenge this week is a one layer card with the theme off the page.

Toby has a birthday party to go to this afternoon so I hit 2 birds with one stone and used this theme to make a card.

I love the Make a Monster stamp set, especially as I have 3 boys!

I felt that there was too much plain white on view so used the Sprtizer tool with the Pacific Point marker to just break it up a little.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Make a Monster, Basic Phrases
Ink: Tangerine Tango, Real Red, Pacific Point
Stamp'n'write: Pacific Point
Card: Whisper White
Accessories: Spritzer Tool, Stampamajig


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Hurray - it's Friday

Just a really quick post today as my pre-order goodies arrived yesterday and I spent the afternoon creating and NEED to get back to them!!!

My craft room has quickly descended into a mess as I keep thinking of new ideas I have to try.

I am trying to keep my cards clean and simple and hope you like this.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Sincere Salutations, Sanded background
Ink: Old Olive, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso stamp 'n' write marker
Card: Crumb Cake, Old Olive
DSP: Greenhouse Gala
Accessories: 1 3/4", 1 3/8", 1" circle punches, Rhinestone brads, Daffoldil Delight 5/8" grosgrain ribbon


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Portrait Box Arm Card

Just a really quick post today as I am waiting (not very patiently) for a delivery - my box of pre-order goodies from the NEW mini catalogue which launches on April 1st.

I have the house clean so I can play as soon as it arrives. I can't show you any projects yet but be sure to come back at the start of April to see the FABULOUS new products available.

I love making this style of card. This time I have made it a portrait version. The Cupcake stand has been coloured in using blender pens - on special offer this month. I then used heat and stick to cover the entire panel with Dazzling Diamonds.



SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Crazy for Cupcakes
Ink: Black Staz-on, Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo, Pink Pirouette, Real Red, Basic Gray, Versmark
Card: Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo
Accessories: Scallop border punch, Spotty grosgrain ribbon (sadly no longer available but a plain version is!), heat n stick powder, dazzling diamonds

Come back soon to get the metric measurements to create cards like this.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Less is More Challenge - Pastels - Card2

Yesterday I posted a card that was not really Less is More - Clean and Simply but it had used pastel colours so I went away and created a more suitable card to enter into this week's challenge.

I masked off the central area and used sponge daubers to create a subtle background and then stamped the image with Crumb Cake ink.

SUPPLIES:
Stamp: Just Believe
Ink: Marina Mist, Wild Wasabi, Crumb Cake
Card: Whisper White, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Modern Label Punch, Basic Pearls


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Monday Monday

I tried to post yesterday but my computer decided it did not like what I was trying to do!!

This card is based once again on a tutorial by Emma Fewkes.

I have changed the dimensions from her imperial meaurements to metric so check back soon for the dimensions I have used.

It is so nice to try out out a different style of card.


SUPPLIES:
Card: Bashful Blue
Love Stories Simply Scrappin' Kit - available while stocks last
Accessories: Basic Jewels, Pretty in Pink Taffeta ribbon


I have used this simply card as part of this week's Less is More Challenge - Pastels

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Growing Green

I can't believe that it is Friday already - the week has flown past. No post yesterday as I was dashing around the place getting ready for a wee trip to Glasgow tomorrow.

This card uses the hodgepodge hardware which is on offer this month. I have tinted the pearls by using a sponge dauber to dab Elegant Eggplant ink on top.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: Growing Green, Basic Phrases
Card: Elegant Eggplant, Old Olive, Naturals Ivory
Ink: Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant
Accessories: Hodgepodge hardware, Designer label punch, Basic pearls, 1/8" Old Olive taffeta, Stampin' Pastels, sponge daubers

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Clean and Simple Challenge - FTL 129

Over at Clean and Simple there is a sketch challenge this week and I thought I would join in. Used some of the scraps I have been sorting to make this card.

Once again it uses Wild Wasabi. It is combined with Pretty in Pink and Chocolate Chip. This colour combination is from the Colour Coach which is a great tool. Not only do you get colour swatches but on the back of each one is 2 colour combinations to try out.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: Simply Said
Card: Wild Wasabi, Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Planter Box rub-ons, Scallop edge border punch, Extra-large oval punch, Pretty in Pink Taffeta ribbon


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Just Add Ink Colour Challenge

Over at Just Add Ink - another challenge blog - they have a colour challenge this week so I decided that I would play along.

It was quite a tough one but I am pleased with the result.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: Just Believe
Card: Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, River Rock, Very Vanilla
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Versmark
Accessories: Basic Pearls, Boho Blossoms Punch, Linen thread, Stampin' Pastels, Mat Pack and piercing tool


Hope to see you again tomorrow.


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Last Day for Sale-a-Bration

The last day of February already.

I love this little trifold card. I think that Wild Wasabi is fast becoming one of my favourtite colours and I am not a green person (more a purple one) as those that know will confirm.

I thought that the paper daisy was a bit plain so used the Spritzer tool with the Rich Razzleberry Marker so add a bit of interest.

SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: SAB - Punch Bunch, Sweet Summer
Card: Wild Wasabi, Rich Razzleberry, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Wild Wasabi, Rich Razzleberry
Stampin' Write Marker: Rich Razzleberry
DSP: Subtles Designer Series Paper Pack
Accessories: Paper Daisies, Piercing tool and mat pack, spritzer tool, bone folder, scallop circle punch, 1 3/8" circle punch, 1/4" rich razzleberry grosgrain ribbon, rhinestone jewels, blender pen.


Hope to see you again tomorrow.


Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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3 Squares Challenge

I think that my mojo may have made a return!

I have just discovered Less is More, a challenge blog, with the aim of keeping it CAS (clean and simple). This week's challenge is 3 squares.

I am quite pleased with this card and my hubby likes it to!

I must admit that the colour was not going to be Perfect Plum. I had intended to make the squares Baja Breeze but had forgot to clean my brayer!!!!

I made a mask from grid paper using the 1 3/8" sqaure punch.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: Pocket Silhouettes
Card: Whisper White, Perfect Plum
Ink: Baja Breeze - on top of an unclean brayer! Black Staz On, Versamark
Accessories: Black Journaler pen, clear embossing powder


THe tidying the craft room has gone well and I have even managed to put all my scraps into polypockets labelled with the colour - I have a lot of scraps. Maybe I should take a picture of the bulging file. I do aim to use up as much of the scraps as possible.

I seem to keep the tiniest piece of card - good for punching out little things, so keep coming back to see if I have used some scraps!

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Easter Slider Box

I know that it is probably on the early side but I love the little slider box that i showed you yesterday so wanted to share the Easter box with you. I is big enough to hold a small packet of mini eggs - not shown here as I have yet to buy some!

This was a boy's version and I made a girl's version using So Saffron and Regal Rose. The little bunnies paper is from the Nursery Suite Speciality papers.

SUPPLIES:
Card: Pear Pizzazz, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Baja Breeze
DSP: Nursery Suite Speciality
Accessories: 5/8" Whisper White grosgrain ribbon, Corner rounder, sticky strip, Styled Silver hodgepodge hardware, Designer Label large punch

I am working away in the craft room today - trying to tidy up and sort out all the scraps etc that I seem to have found in a box - just wondering what I can do with them?

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Gift Box

This is a gift box that I demonstrated at a recent workshop. It was based on a tutorial I found here by a US SU demonstrator Emma Fewkes.

I have used the NEW fancy flower extra-large punch which is now available to order.

The petals have a faux suede/felt effect which I did by using my bone folder and breaking the fibres of the cardstock - do it enough and the cardstock can be peeled apart.

There is a subtle shimmer to the flowers which was done using Champagne shimmer mist mixed with rubbing alcohol and sprayed over.The cover slides of the box.


SUPPLIES:
Card: Concord Crush, Peach Parfait, Blushing Bride, Pear Pizzazz
Accessories: Pear Pizzazz Ribbon, Fancy Flower extra-large punch, Two-step bird punch, 5-petal flower extra large punch, Boho Blossoms extra-large punch, corner rounder, Basic Pearls.

Tennis was good last night, felt a bit stiff this morning but off to Zumba tonight - such a great workout.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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Well back again!

Been at the gym this morning for a step class - boy was that a work out. Hard but plan to go again next Thursday for more.

This little gift bag is made using the In Colours - they are growing on me and love the combination that I have used here. It only takes 1/2 and A4 sheet to make and it a really quick little gift.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: Love You Much, I {heart} Hearts
Card: Concord Crush, Blushing Bride, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Blushing Bride, Regal Rose
Stampin' Write Markers: Blushing Bride, Pear Pizazz
Accessories: Blushing Bride Ribbon, Clips selection, Basic Jewel rhinestones, Eyelet border punch.

I am off to play tennis tonight so hope my arms aren't to sore tomorrow so I can blog again.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

xx

Late Valentine!

Here is a card that I did for a workshop at the start of February but it can be used at any time of the year - not just Valentine's Day.


SUPPLIES:
Stamp Set: SAB - Bliss set
Card: Basic Black, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red
DSP: Regals Patterned Paper Pack - Riding Hood red, Neutrals Patterned Paper Pack - Basic Black
Accessories: Basic Black Narrrow taffeta ribbon, Champagne Shimmer paint made into a mist and sprayed onto Very Vanilla cardstock before stamping, paper piercing tool and mat pack, Large and Small heart punches, Scallop trim border punch, Basic pearls.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine

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SUCH a long time

Well, I can't explain where the time has gone since I last blogged - oh I do - we had snow, snow, snow which had to be cleared constantly from the road, then Christmas and for the last few weeks I have been working on a huge commission for a local playgroup - handmade recipe books.

I did have this post sort of ready to go before Christmas but thought I would show you now.

In November, Stampin' Up! held its 2nd European Convention and this time it was in London. All the following photos were taken by the Official Stampin' Up! Convetion photographer.

Me and my "roomie" and sideline Kara waiting in line to register and collect our bags and badges

The Tartan Stampers


The Gala Dinner - the food was very tasty.
Walking the stage for my sales award - did say I was going to be head to toe in Ness - even my bag matched too. Had to wear tartan being from Scotland!


The top 25 UK demonstrators.

I have a workshop tonight so check back to see the project we did.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin'

Elaine
xx