More Smooches

In case you haven't figured it out by now, I am in LOVE with the new Summer Smooches DSP!  The colours are fabulous and the small-scale patterns are perfect for cardmaking and scrapbooking alike!  I am especially enjoying all of the single coloured patterns it offers...check out today's projects:

Cute little gift ensemble featuring Summer Smooches DSP and the Bright Blossoms stamp set.  Sentiment is from Fabulous Phrases

Close-up of the card...

...and the adorable mini purse.

What's not to love about this paper??  It is fun and chic and so bright and cheerful.  Both of these projects are pretty straightforward.  The only things you might not be able to figure out from the photos are the scalloped yellow detail on the card...I used my scallop border punch and then punched a hole in each scallop with my 1/16" hole punch. I liked that it sort of mimicked the pattern in the paper.  The ribbon is the new daffodil delight seam binding ribbon...so rich and yummy...love it!  On the purse I added a little rich razzleberry button (from the brights pack) and then adhered a large rhinestone in the centre...so simple and perfectly chic!

Smooches for Mom

I just can't get enough of the new Summer Smooches DSP!  I am absolutely loving the bright, cheerful patterns and the coordinating Bright Blossoms stamp set.  I used both in today's projects...

Sweet Gift Ensemble for Mom featuring the Bright Blossoms stamp set and Summer Smooches DSP

Card for Mom with matching envelope

Inside view

Sweet little purse...perfectly sized for jewelry for Mom!

I adore the new Petite Purse die!  It is SO sweet and easy to assemble!  I see many more petite purses in my future!  I also don't know how we ever did without the diagonal plate for the Simply Scored...I love creating my own coordinating envelopes; and it's so fast and easy!  With all these great new products its hard to believe we are nearing the launch of a new catalogue!  I can't wait to see what new goodies Stampin' Up has in store for us!

Easter Smooches

Today's project features more product from the new Summer Smooches promotion.  I designed this cute little treat holder for my Big Shot Club, which met last week.  This month we were focusing on the XL dies, particularly the boxes and ways to make already great products do even more.  I showed my club members how to extend the treat die to more than double the size...just right for holding a full-sized chocolate bar...or a whole lot of mini chocolate eggs!

Bright and sunny Easter treat using the Treat Wrapper die, the Everybunny stamp set and Summer Smooches DSP and fabric brad.

Label detail

So...wondering how to make this little treat wrapper into a big one?  I'm working on a tutorial for this...stay tuned!  Hopefully I'll have it for you by this weekend.  In the meantime, have a great week...I'll be back with more Smooches tomorrow!

No April Foolin' Here...

Today is a BIG day on many levels.  Firstly, my impartial judge, Maxwell (my almost-five-year-old son), drew the winner of my Sale-a-bration Big Shot draw.  I am happy to announce the winner is...

ROB KRETE!!!

Congratulations to Rob, who earned SIXTEEN draw tickets during Sale-a-bration this year with a very successful workshop on the very first day of the promotion back in January.  Now I know for a fact that Rob already owns a Big Shot, so he'll be able to choose $122.95 worth of dies and/or accessories to use with his Big Shot.  Congratulations, again, Rob!

Now, on to the other big news of the day.  It's time for Summer Smooches!

This fabulous suite of coordinating products is now available.  Click HERE to view a PDF flyer showing all of the beautiful products in this promotion.  Many of these items will be in the new Annual Catalogue, which launches on June 1st, so this is your chance to get your hands on some great new goodies two months early!

Today's project is one I created using some of the new Summer Smooches products.  In fact, all this week, I'll be showcasing several items from this promotion to whet your appetite for Smooches!  Have a look...

All-occasion card featuring the Bright Blossoms stamp set and Summer Smooches DSP.

I simply adore the colours and patterns in this DSP!  There is truly something for just about any project you wish to design.  I am having such fun playing with it and coming up with fun projects.  Stay tuned this week for more inspiration.