Flower Rings!!!

I made these with Melon Mambo, Soft Suede, Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Dusty Durango and Crushed Curry. They are really easy to make, and I'll be adding a tutorial sometime either this week or next week on how to make these. The thing I used for the ring part is something they use in crocheting I think they are called "Bone Rings". These ones that I got are all the same size, 25.5mm, and they are all white.

Hope you gals like them!

Thanks,

Maxine

Clubs

NEW STAMP CLUB

Begins on July 8th

2nd Thursday of the every month for 6 months

6:30-8:00pm (am classes available upon request)

Once a month we'll create beautiful hand-stamped projects, learn new techniques and have fun. Each month you place your minimum $20 Product order. We'll draw names to see who will be the "hostess" for the months, and if you are chosen for that month you'll earn the following FREE Items:

Free 2010-11 Idea Book & Catalog

Free Level 1 Hostess Stamp Set

Minimum $15 in Free Product(s)

Gorgeous Projects

If you have to miss Club-no worries- you just phone or e-mail in your order. Your project kit(s) will be set aside for you.

Hold a Workshop during your 6th Month and combine the two orders together for even more FREE Products!

Contact me today to see if space is available for this club!!!

NEW SCRAPBOOKING CLUB

Begins on August 17th

3rd Tuesday of each month for 6 months

6:30-8:00 pm (am classes available upon request)

Come get those photos onto some gorgeous pages. This Scrapbooking Club works the same as the above Stamp Club, instead of stamped projects we'll be creating 2 unique 12×12 Layouts.

Contact me today to see if space is available for this club!!!

Technique Tuesdays!!!!!

Technique Tuesday Preview for August 10, 2010
We will be learning how to do the "Stained Mosaic"

Note: If you ever miss a class and would like to have a kit set aside for you, just let me know and I'll make sure and save you one.

Thanks,
Maxine

Technique Tuesday Preview for August 3, 2010

We will be learning how to do the "Joseph's Coat" Technique.

(I kind of messed this one up, because I used a wet paper towel instead of a dry one! I got it all figured out for the card though.)

Note: If you ever miss a class and would like to have a kit set aside for you, just let me know and I'll make sure and save you one.

Thanks,
Maxine



Technique Tuesday Preview for July 27, 2010

We will be learning how to do the "Cracked Glass" Technique.

This is a late post, and I'm sorry you guys! If you do want to take this class, let me know you "caught" my late post and I'll give you half off this class!
Note: If you ever miss a class and would like to have a kit set aside for you, just let me know and I'll make sure and save you one.

Thanks,
Maxine



Technique Tuesday Preview for July 20, 2010

We will be learning how to do the "Faux Metal" technique.

If you would like to join in on this class just contact me to reserve your spot.
Note: If you ever miss a class and would like to have a kit set aside for you, just let me know and I'll make sure and save you one.

Thanks,
Maxine



Technique Tuesday Preview for July 13, 2010

We will be learning how to do "Chalkboard" You will get your ring and your first Top Note at this class.

If you want to join in the fun just let me know!

Thanks,

Maxine

I will be starting Technique Tuesdays July 13th 2010 and this class will be held every Tuesday of the month. I will post the upcoming technique preview here for the upcoming class, and the class fee will be $5. You'll get a "technique ring" which you will add to every week and you'll get to make a card with the Technique you learned that day. For more information, contact me.

Maxine

Grunge Bracelets

Here are some basic Grunge bracelets that I made with the inspiration of Beate. The backs are all a light brown, and they all have a shimmer to them. (Thanks Lacey) I didn't add any embellishments to them, because I wanted to keep them simple for a later class.

Here is my 1inch green/blue collection

Here is my 1inch pink/red collection

Here is my 1 1/2 inch pink collection

Here is my 1 1/2 inch blue collection

Here is my 1 1/2 inch purple collection

Here is my 1 1/2 inch yellow collection

If anyone is interested in these or a specific embossed type and color let me know!

Thanks,

Maxine

Pin the Nose on the Pirate!

Here is one of the games we played at my daughter's party. Thanks SVG cuts for a great looking Pirate. It was actually something you can put on your door knob, but I made some changes so that it wasn't open on the sides for the door.

I made some noses after I punched out the flesh color. The kids had a blast!

I forgot to take pictures of them with their treasure chest and eye patches. Here is a picture of the Pinata though:

Thanks,

Maxine

Headbands

I made these for my daughter, and for her cousins. I haven't seen anything like this on the market yet, so I was pretty happy with the way they turned out. If anyone is interested let me know. I made them with the old In Colors of 2009-2010 and some left over ribbon I had before I joined Stampin' Up!. Let me know what you gals think. If you would like to place an order for any of the Bold named headbands, you can click on the Kits section for you options.

Bermuda Bay:

Crushed Curry:

Dusty Durango:

Soft Suede:

Melon Mambo:

Rich Razzleberry:

Rich Razzleberry with Bermuda Bay:

Crushed Curry with Dusty Durango:

Thanks,

Maxine

My Daughter's B-Day Party

After going from Transformers to Princessess to Clowns to Pirates and on and on my daughter finally decided to stick with Pirates for the theme of her Birthday Party. I designed her invitations by trial and error. They were pretty easy once I got the hand of it and knew what I wanted to use.

 Here is what I came up with for the girls:

Here is what I came up with for the Boys:

I found the map online and I printed it out and burned the edges. I like the look, but inking the edges was so much easier. I used one of the #4 Texture Plates.

I searched and searched for a way to make a treasure chest goody box, and I came across Monika's post. What a life saver!!!! I whipped these up in no time and was able to put in some cute little stuff. Thanks Monika for the great idea and allowing me to use it!!

Here is what is inside:

I also made large cello bags for the candy that they'll get from the pinata. (I'll have those pictures after the party.) I have them for boys and girls.

Here is a closer look of what is inside for the boys:

Here is a closer look of what is inside for the girls. They'll only get one bracelet, but they came in two colors.

My daughter actually helped me put most of the stuff together, but since she still can't really tell what day is what she has NO clue that we're having her party soon. =) I think I'm gonna miss these days.

Thnaks,

Maxine

Mini Starter Kit is now available!!!!!

MINI STARTER KITS ARE BACK!!! Join Stampin' Up! & my team FOR JUST $99!
 
June 1 through June 30, Stampin' Up! is offering a special $99 Mini Starter Kit, valued at $180 in product and business supplies (see contents below). Free shipping, too!

 Join now and pre-order select items in June from the new 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog.

Receive the new catalog (with your first June order).

Enjoy full Stampin' Up! demonstrator discounts and benefits with the $99 Mini Starter Kit, including 30% off your first $150 product order (within 45 days of start).

Perfect for both hobby stamper and business builder!!!

Here's what is included in the Mini Starter Kit:
Note: You can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value. All items will be continued in the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.

• 117050 Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount) $22.95
• 118571 I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount) $18.95
• 118486 Clear-Mount Block C $6.95
• 116978 Homemade single stamp* $8.95
• 100730 Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") $8.50
• 119706 Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")* $6.95
• 115656 Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95
• 119667 Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad* $5.95
• 115658 Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95
• 100814 Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95
• 119261 Basic Black 1/8" taffeta ribbon* $6.95
• 121620 Color Coach* $14.95
• 104332 SNAIL Adhesive $6.95

  Retail value of products in kit   $124.90

*Sneak peek items!

The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the Standard Starter Kit for $199; no alternative selections can be made for business items. Contents are listed below:

• Getting Started DVD
• Getting Started Guide
• Guest Invitation Postcards (100)
• 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (8)
• 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog (8, shipped separately in July)
• Summer Mini Catalog (8)
• To My Hostess Envelopes (10)
• Recruit Folders (5)
• Recruit Brochures (20)
• Hostess Brochure (20)
• Hostess Benefits Form (10)
• Customer Order Form (50) 

If you have any questions on any of this, please contact me!!!!

 

Thanks,
Maxine

Last Chance List is here!!!!!

Hundreds of products from the Stampin' Up! 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog and Definitely Decorative brochures are retiring July 1. Now is your last chance to get them before they're gone for good!


Availability: Retiring stamps and Definitively Decorative products will be available through June 30. Retiring accessories (don't miss the discounted items) are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. If you have favorite accessories, I suggest you order on-line as soon as possible, because they will sell out quickly!!!

PLEASE CLICK LINKS BELOW TO VIEW LISTS:


Last Chance Stamp Sets (by Catalog Page Number)

Last Chance Accessories List (FYI: retiring items with an asterisk (*) are being reconfigured for the new catalog and color collection)

Last Chance Definitely Decorative Home Décor List

Contact me if you have any questions!!!!!

Thanks,
Maxine