As some of you know last night I went to the American Idol concert with my daughter, Nicole, my DIL, Megan, and her mom. It was our Mother's Day gift and it was so much fun! We went out to dinner first to Stir Crazy and then off to see the American Idols! The concert was excellent! They perform sooo much better in person. I don't know if any of you remember the blond with the long hair and Joni Mitchell voice, Megan, but she was horrible! They could have skipped her altogether! Scott, the blind guy, was awesome! He sang so much better than he did on the show! Matt, the guy Josh knows from Kalamazoo, was a huge hit with the crowd since he's the only Idol from the Detroit area. Matt and Scott did a couple duelling piano songs that were really good. Nicole said her favorite was David, the guy who lost his wife a month before trying out. But then came ADAM! He was incredible! I could have watched him all night! What a performer! And oh-so-sexy!!! Wow!!! Kris, the American Idol winner, was really good too. He's a great singer but certainly isn't the performer that Adam is. Can you tell my favorite? I was worried about our seats when we first arrived but once the lights went down it really didn't matter. The night was the perfect mother/daughter evening!!! Thanks for the memories!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
AMERICAN IDOL CONCERT!!!
As some of you know last night I went to the American Idol concert with my daughter, Nicole, my DIL, Megan, and her mom. It was our Mother's Day gift and it was so much fun! We went out to dinner first to Stir Crazy and then off to see the American Idols! The concert was excellent! They perform sooo much better in person. I don't know if any of you remember the blond with the long hair and Joni Mitchell voice, Megan, but she was horrible! They could have skipped her altogether! Scott, the blind guy, was awesome! He sang so much better than he did on the show! Matt, the guy Josh knows from Kalamazoo, was a huge hit with the crowd since he's the only Idol from the Detroit area. Matt and Scott did a couple duelling piano songs that were really good. Nicole said her favorite was David, the guy who lost his wife a month before trying out. But then came ADAM! He was incredible! I could have watched him all night! What a performer! And oh-so-sexy!!! Wow!!! Kris, the American Idol winner, was really good too. He's a great singer but certainly isn't the performer that Adam is. Can you tell my favorite? I was worried about our seats when we first arrived but once the lights went down it really didn't matter. The night was the perfect mother/daughter evening!!! Thanks for the memories!
As some of you know last night I went to the American Idol concert with my daughter, Nicole, my DIL, Megan, and her mom. It was our Mother's Day gift and it was so much fun! We went out to dinner first to Stir Crazy and then off to see the American Idols! The concert was excellent! They perform sooo much better in person. I don't know if any of you remember the blond with the long hair and Joni Mitchell voice, Megan, but she was horrible! They could have skipped her altogether! Scott, the blind guy, was awesome! He sang so much better than he did on the show! Matt, the guy Josh knows from Kalamazoo, was a huge hit with the crowd since he's the only Idol from the Detroit area. Matt and Scott did a couple duelling piano songs that were really good. Nicole said her favorite was David, the guy who lost his wife a month before trying out. But then came ADAM! He was incredible! I could have watched him all night! What a performer! And oh-so-sexy!!! Wow!!! Kris, the American Idol winner, was really good too. He's a great singer but certainly isn't the performer that Adam is. Can you tell my favorite? I was worried about our seats when we first arrived but once the lights went down it really didn't matter. The night was the perfect mother/daughter evening!!! Thanks for the memories!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
TECHNIQUE OF THE WEEK
Emerging Color
Dye ink (lighter and darker colored)
Versamark
Solid stamps
Brayer
Clear embossing powder
Heat tool
Paper towel
Stamp smaller solid images in lighter colors all over cardstock. Flower images were used here, but shapes work well, too. Ink main image with Versamark and stamp over smaller images. Pour clear embossing powder over Versamarked image and tap off excess powder. Use heat tool to melt the embossing powder. Ink your brayer with a darker dye ink and apply ink to entire cardstock piece. Continue to brayer, adding more color to cardstock until satisfied. Take a paper towel and wipe ink off of embossed area. Finish your card.
Emerging Color
Dye ink (lighter and darker colored)
Versamark
Solid stamps
Brayer
Clear embossing powder
Heat tool
Paper towel
Stamp smaller solid images in lighter colors all over cardstock. Flower images were used here, but shapes work well, too. Ink main image with Versamark and stamp over smaller images. Pour clear embossing powder over Versamarked image and tap off excess powder. Use heat tool to melt the embossing powder. Ink your brayer with a darker dye ink and apply ink to entire cardstock piece. Continue to brayer, adding more color to cardstock until satisfied. Take a paper towel and wipe ink off of embossed area. Finish your card.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
WED. OCTOBER 7TH
PMS- for most of us it comes around once a month. It affects the things we do, what we eat, and how we feel. Well, I'm going to change that! What if once a month you did something you love, ate...well, probably still junk food, and felt happy and accomplished? Welcome to my
P-paper
M-munchies
S-stamps
How many times has one of you said to me "I never find time to work on my ___"? Well, I say it too and I thought, what if we had a scheduled time to craft and visit with friends at the same time! Once a month your welcome to my home to work on your current project. Maybe your Christmas cards, or your scrapbook, how about that kit you bought at the scrapbook store or convention that you never got around too...Just bring it and some munchies to share and find a reason to craft with friends! And don't worry if you don't have a project, I'll have kits available to purchase, all you have to bring is the food! Don't miss out on all the fun this time around! Join us on Wed. Oct. 7th anytime after 6:00! Just contact me and let me know that your coming sometime before that day. Let's find a reason to look forward to our PMS!
PMS- for most of us it comes around once a month. It affects the things we do, what we eat, and how we feel. Well, I'm going to change that! What if once a month you did something you love, ate...well, probably still junk food, and felt happy and accomplished? Welcome to my
P-paper
M-munchies
S-stamps
How many times has one of you said to me "I never find time to work on my ___"? Well, I say it too and I thought, what if we had a scheduled time to craft and visit with friends at the same time! Once a month your welcome to my home to work on your current project. Maybe your Christmas cards, or your scrapbook, how about that kit you bought at the scrapbook store or convention that you never got around too...Just bring it and some munchies to share and find a reason to craft with friends! And don't worry if you don't have a project, I'll have kits available to purchase, all you have to bring is the food! Don't miss out on all the fun this time around! Join us on Wed. Oct. 7th anytime after 6:00! Just contact me and let me know that your coming sometime before that day. Let's find a reason to look forward to our PMS!
Monday, August 10, 2009
I know you've been anxiously waiting and here it is- sneak peak number 2! We're pleased to introduce Simply Adorned, our exclusive line of charms and chains. Create unique jewelry or home decor with these products. Charms feature tempered, beveled glass on front, and flat glass on back, and a lobster clasp. Locket-style charm with hinge allows custom artwork to be easily inserted. Available in three sizes and packaged in a gift box! I love this for Christmas gifts, or new baby, or...actually my head is overflowing with the handmade possibilities!!!Friday, August 7, 2009
Wedding Card
Here are the step-by-step directions for the card
I made for our nephews' wedding!
Here are the step-by-step directions for the card
I made for our nephews' wedding!
Cut cardstock 8.5 x 2.5, score in halfCut printed paper 4 x 2 1/4
Cut Stampin' Up Top Note die (or similar size shape of your choice) in cardstock and printed paper.
Trim printed paper and then layer over cardstock.
You will eventually attach Top Note die over folded card base.
Cut two butterflies from cardstock either using Beautiful Butterflies die or similar punch
Repeat with vellum
Layer butterflies and separate and bend wings up
Attach pearls
Repeat with vellum
Layer butterflies and separate and bend wings up
Attach pearls
Attach butterflies and ribbon, making sure ends will be covered by card base
Punch out wedding image from Oval All stamp set
Punch out cardstock from Scallop Oval punch
Attach together and place over ribbon with pop dots
Hand stitch card with embroidery floss
Brush edges with inked sponge
Insert brads into flowers
Attach flowers with glue dots
Attach Top Note piece to card base
Punch out wedding image from Oval All stamp setPunch out cardstock from Scallop Oval punch
Attach together and place over ribbon with pop dots
Hand stitch card with embroidery flossBrush edges with inked sponge
Insert brads into flowers
Attach flowers with glue dots
Attach Top Note piece to card base
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
AUGUST STAMP CLASS
"Cards That Will Make You Smile"
You asked and I listened, so here it is-I'm offering this class again!
"Today I was thinking of all the things that bring a smile to my face- raindrops on roses, whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles, and...oh wait, that's makes Maria from the Sound of Music smile! Something that brings a smile to my face is a funny card and that's what we'll be making this month- humorous cards! Join us for an evening of fun and send a smile to someone you know!"
When: Wed. August 19th, 7:00pm
Cost: $15 Stampin' Up order before tax and shipping. RSVP by 8/16 to reserve your spot. 48 hour cancellation notice necessary to avoid fees.
Contact me at mmomont@aol.com to register today!
"Cards That Will Make You Smile"
You asked and I listened, so here it is-I'm offering this class again!
"Today I was thinking of all the things that bring a smile to my face- raindrops on roses, whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles, and...oh wait, that's makes Maria from the Sound of Music smile! Something that brings a smile to my face is a funny card and that's what we'll be making this month- humorous cards! Join us for an evening of fun and send a smile to someone you know!"
When: Wed. August 19th, 7:00pm
Cost: $15 Stampin' Up order before tax and shipping. RSVP by 8/16 to reserve your spot. 48 hour cancellation notice necessary to avoid fees.
Contact me at mmomont@aol.com to register today!
Well, I promised you some sneak peeks into the new mini catalog that starts September 1st so keeping with our kid-themed specials here's the first of our new product lines! Build-A-Bear! The exclusively designed collection includes stamp sets, Designer Series papers and Sizzix dies providing Build-A-Bear Workshop enthusiast endless handcrafted possibilities for scrapbook pages, cards, invitations, home décor and more! What an opportunity for our company and we can't wait to bring this opportunity to you! Hope your as excited as I am and remember to keep checking back for information on our other two new product lines!Monday, August 3, 2009
Make your summertime gatherings special with the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit!
Spending time with family and friends can make the splendid, lazy days of summer ones you'll always remember. With the simple and speedy projects in the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit, every occasion to gather becomes a reason to celebrate! For just $24.95, you'll have what you need to throw a smashing summer barbecue. These offers are only available through August 31 (or while supplies last). Kit includes:
Dig In stamp set
Die-cut table tents (two each of four colors)
Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create eight shish kabob invitations
Die-cut coasters (three each of four colors)
Die-cut tags (four each of four colors)
12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of two colors)
Printed recipe cards (four)
Linen thread (five yards)
Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
Also available, the Country Living Summer Cookout Refill: Priced at just $9.95, the refill contains all the same items as the Summer Cookout Kit, minus the Dig In stamp set and Stampin' Spots, allowing you to hold multiple cookouts--or one big cookout--at a fraction of the cost of the full kit.
Spending time with family and friends can make the splendid, lazy days of summer ones you'll always remember. With the simple and speedy projects in the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit, every occasion to gather becomes a reason to celebrate! For just $24.95, you'll have what you need to throw a smashing summer barbecue. These offers are only available through August 31 (or while supplies last). Kit includes:
Dig In stamp set
Die-cut table tents (two each of four colors)
Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create eight shish kabob invitations
Die-cut coasters (three each of four colors)
Die-cut tags (four each of four colors)
12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of two colors)
Printed recipe cards (four)
Linen thread (five yards)
Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
Also available, the Country Living Summer Cookout Refill: Priced at just $9.95, the refill contains all the same items as the Summer Cookout Kit, minus the Dig In stamp set and Stampin' Spots, allowing you to hold multiple cookouts--or one big cookout--at a fraction of the cost of the full kit.
Décor Elements Growth Chart
It seems kids grow up so fast these days! With the Décor Elements Growth Chart (Price $24.95) you can track that growth with more than an unsightly pencil mark on the wall. Chart comes in Old Olive, Taken with Teal, and Chocolate Chip. Only available through September 30! And when you purchase the brand-new Décor Elements Growth Chart as an added bonus you'll receive a free applicator tool with your purchase.
It seems kids grow up so fast these days! With the Décor Elements Growth Chart (Price $24.95) you can track that growth with more than an unsightly pencil mark on the wall. Chart comes in Old Olive, Taken with Teal, and Chocolate Chip. Only available through September 30! And when you purchase the brand-new Décor Elements Growth Chart as an added bonus you'll receive a free applicator tool with your purchase.
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