More Back to School Goodies

I made these two little desk treats last week as I was getting into the back to school spirit. The small glass jar is from Ikea; I use them for holding embellishments and desk supplies and they are so easy to decorate with rub ons, Staz-on, or in this case, the scallop circle with the stamped apple. I put a bit of Dazzling Diamonds on the apple seeds.

The jumbo paper clip will come in handy as a bookmark or to corral all those loose papers that seem to find their way to my desk at school. I used an extra punched layer of cardboard behind the scallop circle to make it sturdier, and glazed the apple with Crystal Effects.

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An Apple for the Teacher

Just a quick post today to show you a back to school card I made last week. This is a super quick, simple card I made using my Big Shot and Top Note die and the Tart & Tangy set. The greeting is from Teeny Tiny Wishes. Check back soon for a back to school 3-D project. Thanks for stopping by!

Sweet Rewards Hostess Promotion

Hostess Promotion

Dates: September 1-November 30, 2009

Promotion Details:

We're excited to bring you this sweet deal for hostesses September through November:

•Host a workshop or get together with a few friends and place an order totaling $330 or more and choose any one item* from the 2009 Holiday Mini Catalogue for only $14!

*Offer excludes hostess sets and My Digital Studio.

- Click here to view the flyer.

Cold and Cuddly, Part 2

Another card made using "Cold and Cuddly." The snowflake is from "Season of Joy, " one of my favourite Christmas sets and the greeting is from "Teeny Tiny Wishes."

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Another New Set From the Holiday Mini!

When I first saw this set in the Holiday Mini, I knew I had to have it. I was drawn to the adorable bear, walrus and penguin images, and who can resist the chance to accessorize them with the three cute hat options, and in this case, the mug of steaming cocoa? When I started playing with "Cold & Cuddly" today, it definitely lived up to my expectations. So many fun possibilities with this set! The snowflakes are from "Branch Out", which is currently on the dormant list. If you look closely, you can see that I added Dazzling Diamonds to the sides of the ice floe.

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Happy Bearthday!

Here's another card I made with "Beary Best Friends" and "Beary Nice Wishes", which are both available to order starting tomorrow, September 1, in the Holiday Mini. I'm having so much fun with these Build-A-Bear products!

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I'm back!!

I can't believe it's been so long since I've blogged! I was away for a couple of weeks on vacation in Europe; we spent a jam-packed week in London and a more relaxed week in Barcelona. I absolutely loved both cities; London's sights, food and shows were fabulous, and I was so impressed by Barcelona's amazing Gaudi architecture, the beaches, and yes, the food. Since returning home, I've been busy with my graduate courses; I'm in the middle of my two week summer program right now and things are busy, busy, busy!

I came home from Europe to find my big preorder waiting for me from the upcoming new Holiday Mini Catalog. The mini will be out September 1, and you will not be disappointed. Today's card is a sneak peek of new product from the mini; Stampin' Up! has teamed up with Build-A-Bear and created an adorable, exclusive product line, including stamps, DSP and Big Shot dies!