January 2011 Stamp Club

My peeps and I had a great time at our monthly Stamp Club. Our projects consisted of one card, an 8 x 8 scrapbook layout and a treat box, all geared toward Valentine's Day and using the Filled With Love Bundle that was a special a few weeks back. Although the group was small, we had a wonderful time. It was nice to finish our projects and then enjoy a cup of tea and visit with one another. That is one of many things I enjoy so much about being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I have met some truly wonderful people over the years and look forward to spending time with them.

Debi Kyle, Leticia Canet and I enjoying great conversation and tea.

The mess we made!

Completed projects.

This is Penny, our rescue dog. She loves it when I have my stamp club. I was working on some things in my scrap room and heard a funny noise coming from the kitchen. She made herself at home waiting patiently for the stampers to come. I think she missed Hope.

If you would like to make projects like these, you are welcome to join us if you live in our area or you can order the supplies online at my Stampin' Up! website. Customers that place online orders will receive the printed cutting guides in PDF format and a free gift from me!

Stamps: Filled With Love

Ink: Real Red

Paper: Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Whisper White, and DSP Pattern Love

Accessories: Lots of Love Letterpress, Box # 2, Heart punch, Threading Water punch, Old Olive ribbon, Pretty in Pink ribbon

Be Blessed Everyone!

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

Demonstrator Friendships

I had the priviledge to attend a card/technique class taught by my friend Debi Kyle, who is also a demonstrator. I had the best time Monday evening. Debi is super talented and had some wonderful projects lined up for us to make. One thing I enjoy so much about being a demonstrator is the friendships I have made. When you get crafty ladies together, it's a party!!! I am so looking forward to participating in more of her classes.

Our class was on flowers. We made a total of 4 projects that were amazing. I love the Shabby Chic look of the large flower made from Stampin' Ups! exclusive Flower Folds die found HERE. I can't wait until the weather cools off so I can add it to my jean jacket. It will be the perfect accessory. My second FAVORITE project was the Manhattan Flower card. I love distressing things and this card was SUPER easy to make. If you would like to create any of these projects, give me a call.

BTW, I haven't forgotten to share my other projects. My daughter Sara came home from her trip today and I am retaking the photos. I will post my other projects shortly.

Be Blessed,

Shannon Willis

http://www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net/

SP Color Combo Challenge 61 and Card Class Project

I finally got a chance to work on some projects today. I made the samples for my upcoming monthly card class. My project was inspired by Samantha's color combo challenge this week. She picked beautiful fall colors just in time for my September card class.

Here is this weeks color combo

and here is my card/project.

I know the quality of the photo stinks. My daughter Sara left this morning on a trip to Washington DC and took our main camera and left me with the pocket camera. It takes decent photos far away, but not close up. This is the best I can do. I tried to stage it to help, but that didn't work either. Anyway, I hope you enjoy it.

Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes and Autumn Harvest

Ink: Early Espresso

Paper: Crumb Cake, Tangerine Tango, Cherry Cobbler, Pumpkin Pie and Very Vanilla

Accessories: Hemp Twine

Be Blessed,

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

August 2010 Monthly Card Class

Thankfully I am a little more organized for my August 2010 card class. Last month I didn't have my act together and set out notifications late. I am pleased I am a little ahead of the ball this month.

For our August 2010 card class, we will be making two (2) cards with matching envelopes and one (1) memo cube with matching pen. Since we will be learning a new technique, you will also receive a page for your technique booklet. The cost of the card class is $23.00 and includes everything mentioned above, PLUS one (1) package of DSP Blueberry Crisp paper (12) sheets and one (1) Not Quite Navy Stampin' Write Marker, door prizes, refreshments/light snack, and TONS OF FUN!!! If you are in my area and would like to participate, please let me know or you can shop online in the comforts of your home by clicking HERE.

I love the new Level 1 hostess stamp set Because I Care. It is so beautiful. This stamp set is sooooo easy to get. Call me today to schedule your workshop (at your house or mine), invite some friends over to create beautiful cards and have an qualifying sales of at least $150.00 (easy peasy).

Stamps: Because I Care, All Holidays

Ink: Night of Navy, Old Olive

Paper: Sahara Sand, Watercolor paper, Night of Navy, Whisper White and DSP

Accessories: Big Shot - Elegant Bouquet embossing folder, Beautiful Wings embosslit, Photo Corner punch, Clips Assortment, Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon

Techniques: Watercoloring

Be blessed everyone and have a wonderful Sunday.

Shannon Willis

http://www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net/

Stampin' Fun Last Night

I've been in a little slump this week since Stampin' Up! convention started. I sooooo wanted to go. I am thankful to ALL the demonstrators that shared photos while the event was going on. What an awesome time they had. No worries, I AM UTAH BOUND NEXT YEAR. I am planning my trip early because NOTHING IS KEEPING ME FROM CONVENTION!!!!

Last night was our monthly card class. I was fortunate to have two new BFFs join me to stamp. My new friend Cindy just moved here from New Hampshire. Her sister in law Teresa. We had an awesome time and they helped me get back in the swing of things again. Since neither one was accustomed to Stampin' Up!, it was awesome to teach them some new techniques. Teresa even stated, "... I'm not very crafty", but I do believe that she's hooked! Cindy and I are in cahoots with each other to get her equally hooked on scrapbooking. I can't wait for next Friday which is our monthly crop night.

To make the girls feel special, I made these cute little totes that were filled with chocolate. I dressed up the packaging by stamping the tissue paper with Petal Pizzazz. The totes coordinated nicely with our projects.

Stamps: Petal Pizzazz

Ink: Tempting Turquoise

Paper: Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White

Accessories: Scalloped Circle Punch, Tempting Turquoise 1/4" grosgrain ribbon and Tags, Bags Boxes and More Cricut cartridge

Blessings,

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

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Card Club

Since changing the format of my card classes a bit, everyone is very excited about the new projects we will be working on. Each month we will create two cards and one 3-D/Scrapbook layout using new products and featuring a new technique. In preparation, I made each of my friends this cute little book to put the sample technique featured at that class. I made these little books using the Top Note die.

July Card Club Sneak Peak

Since Stampin' Up! has just released their new catalog, I felt the need to freshen things up a bit with our monthly card classes. I can't wait until our July class where we will learn new techniques and create beautiful cards using the new items in the catalog. Here is a peak of our class projects. I hope you enjoy them. Please be sure to RSVP and submit your payment.

Stamps: Petal Pizzazz and Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: So Saffron, Tempting Turquoise and Old Olive
Paper: Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise and So Saffron
Accessories: Designer Buttons, Tempting Turquoise Ribbon, So Saffron Ribbon and Small Tag Punch

June Class Project - Scrapbook in a Tin

Attached are photos of the scrapbook in a tin that we will be making at our monthly class. These tins make adorable gift ideas. The cost of the class will be $18.00 and will include all materials needed to complete this project, and as always, will include refreshments and a light snack. If you are interested in this class, I will need pre-payment as the tins will need to be ordered. Please click the Pay Pal button to enroll in the class so your kit can be ordered. Deadline for ordering is Saturday, June 5th.

Note Card Portfolio

Last night the girls and I had a great time creating this note card portfolio at our monthly card class. I had seen several of these portfolios on various blogs, and so I made one as a Christmas gift for some relatives. They are super fun to make and are great gift ideas for teachers, co-workers and especially for my mother-in-law. The group was small as only Hope and Chanda were able to attend, but as always, the company was great. We certainly missed Becky, Lindy, Madison and Lilly. If you would like the directions to make the portfolio, please email me and I would be happy to send it to you. I also have a kit available that can be mailed to my out of town group.

Girls Night Out

As a special thank you for my customers, I held a Customer Appreciation Free Workshop on Friday, April 16th. It was AWESOME meeting new friends, Lindy and Hope. We all enjoyed a small dinner/snack and then proceeded to make three coordinating projects. The first was a beautiful card for mother's day. We used one of my favorite DSP, Cottage Wall. I love the soft colors. Next we made a gift box using Box # 2 die. Our final project was an adorable mini scrapbook album using the Scalloped Square die. The Big Shot got a work out that night! My new friend Lindy couldn't get enough of it. As we were standing around the Big Shot talking, she continued to cut everything in sight. Go Lindy!! I am looking forward to getting together with everyone next month.

Club Create Photos!

Last night, I hosted my first monthly Club Create workshop! It was successful, and I had an amazing time with everyone who came. We created many cute cards and mini scrapbooks, and I even managed to get someone who was interested in having a party for her daughter!




One of my guests wanted to show off her scrapbook, as it was for another family member. I thought that she did amazing!

I also was so happy that my friend Jeannie came, as she gave me some great advice and helped me add some special flares to some of my creations. Thanks Jeannie!

Unfortunately, we couldn't have much peace and quiet. One of our dogs decided that we were neglecting her and she wanted attention, so she climbed onto our scrapbook table. Also, one of the younger girls brought "Just Dance!" on the Wii, and they spent some time playing with it. Their favorite song to dance to? African Tribal Music. It certainly brought on some good laughs!

Club Creative Kick Off

Club Creative has been started in order to kick off our monthly scrapbooking/card making club. We will be making many cute projects, including those pictured above. Come and watch your creativity soar! In addition to making your own home made products, Club Creative is another way to spend MUCH needed Girl Time, and who doesn't love that? If anyone is interested, they will need to contact me by Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 so I can order the needed supplies from Stampin' Up! The cost of this month's club is $25 to cover the cost for materials and preparation. A light dinner and/or snacks will also be served.

Projects for this month include:

1 Mini Scrapbook

5 greeting cards

and a small treat holder (PERFECT for Valentine's Day)

10-10-10 Card Club Kick-Off "Sneak Peak"

Several of my friends have talked about having a day just for us to stamp/scrapbook, etc. so starting Friday, August 28, 2009 @ 10:00 am. I am planning a 10-10-10 Card Club. We'll be learning new techniquest, sampling new products and having MUCH NEEDED GIRLFRIEND TIME.

Details are: The event will begin at 10:00 am. We will be making at least 10 cards/projects. I will be supplying all paper products, so you will just need to bring your adhesive and cutter. The cost is $10.00 ($1.00 for each card you make). Please make sure to RSVP as I will be serving breakfast/brunch and want to have plenty of materials ready for you. Also, if you have a friend that would like to join us, please bring them along and receive a little something from me.