Crafts and More

I am having fun in my clean craft room (post here)! I made this birthday card that has a pop-up birthday cake inside. It was my first attempt at using this new die-cut that works with my Big Shot (post here and here). I look forward to making more!

The girls like to craft with me. They are hooked on the Making Memories Slice machine. They made several tags that they are going to write notes on for friends.

This past week they have been attending a summer camp put on by a couple girls from church. Wednesday was princess day - they made crowns, painted their fingernails, ate snacks on china and played games. They are having a great time.

Speaking of Purses

What does your purse say about you? Check this interesting article. Then check out this article for the "purse test" - I took the test, look at my results below.

This is my new purse. I saw it at Fred Meyers (on sale, of course) and it was love at first sight. I love the color, plus it holds a lot of stuff!

I found this cute purse (sling bag) and free pattern at the blog, Oh, Fransson!

Mel Stampz has a ton of cute paper crafted purses - she has 186 and counting!

Here at Stampin' Pretty there are a couple purse templates to make these cute paper purses!

Look at this super cute purse that was made with the Big Shot! Here are the step-by-step instructions at Patty's Stampin' Spot.

Do you have any cute purse patterns or links to share with us?

Purse Test: Okay, here is the photo of the items in my purse - 2 lip glosses, hair clip, keys, scissors, pen w/ no lid, cell phone cover, a bill, a closing statement, pack of kleenex and my stuffed wallet (it's too full to snap shut). Luckily, I cleaned out my purse Monday at the doctor's office - so that's why there aren't a bunch of receipts, expired coupons, and trash!

I thought a few items should be added to my purse including: 2 capped pens and sharpie marker, two granola bars (so I don't get tempted when I'm hungry), a nail file, a ponytail holder, bandaids, floss, hand sanitizer, my phone, a notebook, mints, and gum.

Fun Valentines Craft Projects/Cards

I found lots of cute Valentine paper crafts today as I was browsing Split Coast Stampers - a fabulous website, especially if you love Stampin' Up! products like me!

I love this little paper bag. Check out the sending love tote bag tutorial.

This is a really cute sliding card. For more info check out the heart slider.

This is a cute version of the mini milk carton.

I like how these two gifts sit in this cute carrier. Check out the milk Carton Carrier tutorial.

This card uses a circle treat cup. Just add heart candy card, check it here.

Check out this link for more pics with the love meter card!

Aren't these super cute? Just use printed card stock, they are very easy.
Check out the sour cream tutorial.

I love these little sweetheart treat cups. They are available for $2.95 for a set of 12. Very adorable!

Another example using the sweetheart treat cup.

Cute little valentine - gum slider! Here is how she did it.

Sale at Stampin' Up!

Online Extravaganza Sale! Products up to 50% off, click here. Plus they have their Clearance Rack with some great deals. I can order anything for you, if you want and save you an additional 20%. I love good deals - they won't last long just until Nov. 30th (I just found this out today)!

They are coming out with these cool new punches that store so nicely and clear mounted stamps!

What is the Big Shot?

Here is a you tube video explaining the Big Shot. And there are more youtube videos about their products. Many of these cute pictures come from the splitcoaststampers gallery . You can search by specific die cuts to see all sorts of ideas.

Here is the Big Shot resource page on Stampin Up's website. The ideas are endless.

Holiday magnets, designs on clothing, and a cute basket

Valentine's gift boxes

Bitty Boxes and Envelopes

I made these cute little boxes and envelopes using a diecut and the Stampin' Up Big Shot. Each box holds four sets of cards with envelopes. Oh, it feels so good to create again. I have lots of plans for the holiday season. This is just getting me in the spirit!

A Stop at Stampin' Up Headquarters

This was a highlight for me, of course, after being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for the past 12 years. I have attended several conventions, hosted many parties, created hundreds of cards and bought everything they have! Now I am content just buying supplies for myself and extending my discount to my friends/family (just let me know).

Check out their new Clearance Rack for 50% off some cute items (I just ordered many of these)

Do you need some project ideas? Click here and then click on cards, scrapbook pages or paper crafting and gifts.

Stampin' Up! just released "My Digital Studio" - check it out!

Stampin' Up with my Discount

I have been a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for over 10 years, however, the last 2 1/2 years I quit doing workshops and just order product for myself. I am extending to you my 20% discount - but the cool thing is that it's "sale-a-bration" time. When you spend $50 (before 20% discount) on Stampin' Up! merchandise, you'll receive a free Sale-A-Bration reward. There's no limit-for every $50 you spend, you can select another free Sale-A-Bration reward (choose from 4 different stamp sets, ribbon bundle, or cardstock assortment). So stack that with my discount and it's a great deal! I will be ordering in the next couple weeks. I will put all the orders together and you can pick them up from me.

Let me know if you are interested at tiffwinward@hotmail.com

Click here to see the sale-a-bration items that you can earn for free.

Click here to see the Stampin' Up Idea book and Catalog.

The company website is http://www.stampinup.com/