Over the Top Tags Organized Swap

This swap is one of my favorite ones that my friend, Laura Fernsler, hosts each year.  I really love the different stamping mediums used to make each tag a work of art.

Here are my Over the Top Tags that I designed and swapped:
Group 1

Stamps:  A Round Array
Colors:  Pool Party, Basic Gray, So Saffron, White

Group 2

Stamps:  Daydream Medallions, Perfectly Penned, Fabulous Phrases
Colors:  Pistachio Pudding, Soft Suede, Crisp Cantaloupe, Vanilla

Group 3

 Stamps:  Banner Greetings, Baby Tees Wheel
Colors:  Soft Sky, Marina Mist, So Saffron, Chocolate Chip, White

Group 4

Stamps:  Sketched Birthday, Make A Wish
Colors:  Pumpkin Pie, Island Indigo, Daffodil Delight, White

Group 5

Stamps:  Perfect Blend, Clockworks, Bring on the Cake
Colors:  Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Garden Green, Rose Red, White

Aren't these the most creative pieces ever?  I love making them and giving them with gifts. 

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Very Vintage Organized Swap

Here they are the Very Vintage Cards I created and made for my Annual Very Vintage Card Swap.  This swap has grown by 3 groups this year.  There were 7 groups; 3 Alumni Only Groups, 3 Newcomer Groups and 1 Open Group for both Alumni & Newcomer's. Each group had 12 participants including myself.  Now I want to share with you my swap cards.

Group 1 Alumni

Stamps:  From the Heart
Paper:  Pistachio Pudding, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Venetian Romance DSP
Ink:  Soft Suede
Accessories:  Big Shot, Chevron Embossing Folder, Labels Collection Framelits, Boho Blossoms Punch, Linen Thread, Pearl Basic Jewels, Dimensionals, Paper Snips

Group 2 Alumni

Stamps:  Tea Party, Very Vintage Stampin' Wheel
Paper:  Soft Suede, Blushing Bride, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Soft Suede; Blushing Bride & Pear Pizzazz Markers
Accessories:  Big Shot, Stripes Embossing Folder, Ovals Collection Framelits, Soft Suede 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Very Vanilla 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon, Pearl Basic Jewels, Sponge Dauber, Paper Snips, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

Group 3 Alumni

Stamps:  Oh, Hello
Paper:  Wisteria Wonder, Pool Party, Basic Gray, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Basic Gray, Crumb Cake (sponging); Markers:  Wisteria Wonder & Pear Pizzazz
Accessories:  Big Shot, Honeycomb Embossing Folder, Oval Collection Framelits, Pearl Basic Jewels, Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim, Vintage Trinkets, Dimensionals, Paper Snips

Group 1 Newcomer

Stamps:  Flowering Flourishes, Oh, Hello
Paper:  Night of Navy, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Etcetera DSP
Ink:  Old Olive, Night of Navy, Crumb Cake (sponging)
Accessories:  Big Shot, Delicate Doilies Sizzlits, Very Vanilla 1/2" Seam Binding, Antique Brads, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals, Stampin' Trimmer

Group 2 Newcomer

Stamps:  Apothecary Art, Express Yourself
Paper:  Soft Suede, Crisp Cantaloupe, Very Vanilla, Venetian Romance DSP
Ink:  Early Espresso; Markers:  Pear Pizzazz, Crisp Cantaloupe, Crumb Cake (sponging)
Accessories:  Big Shot, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Labels Collection Framelits, Vintage Trinkets, Crisp Cantaloupe 3/8" Ruffle Stretch Trim, Soft Suede 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Linen Thread, Dimensionals, Paper Snips, Sponge Dauber

Group 3 Newcomer

Stamps:  Timeless Talk
Paper:  Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Soft Sky, Modern Medley DSP
Ink:  Basic Black, Crumb Cake (sponging)
Accessories:  Big Shot, Ovals Collection Framelits, Scallop Trim Border & 1" Circle Punches, Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim, Vintage Trinkets, Pearl Basic Jewels, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals

Open Group - Alumni & Newcomer

Stamps:  Chalk Talk
Paper:  Crumb Cake, Pool Party, Very Vanilla, Calypso Coral, Pear Pizzazz, Epic Day DSP
Ink:  Crumb Cake, Pool Party
Accessories:  Big Shot, Chalk Talk Framelits, Little Leaves Sizzlits, Extra Large Oval, Boho Blossom & Itty Bitty Shapes Punches, Epic Day Designer Washi Tape,Pearl Basic Jewels, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals

This swap took a while to completle but I think it was worth it.  The Newcomer groups are now Alumni.  Be ready for next year everyone.  I will try and post all the cards for each group after I return home.

Thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you were inspired to be creative with the Very Vintage Style!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Top Notch Organized Swap

Today I participated in more organized SWAPS!!!  First off was the Top Notch Swap hosted by my friend, Desiree Spenst. Here are the cards I created for this swap, Enjoy!
Group 1

Stamps:  Label Love
Paper:  Chocolate Chip, Melon Mambo, Island Indigo, Whisper White, Gingham Garden DSP
Ink:  Melon Mambo, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Artisan Label & Itty Bitty Shapes Punches, Dimensionals, Whisper White 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones

Group 2

Stamps:  Lacy & Lovely
Paper:  Sahara Sand, Cherry Cobbler, Night of Navy, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Night of Navy, Cherry Cobbler, Summer Starfruit
Accessories:  Big Shot, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Scallop Border, 1" Circle, 1-1/4" Scallop Circle, 1-3/8" Circle, Large Oval, Extra Large Oval Punches, Very Vintage Designer Buttons, Linen Thread, Dimensionals

So glad you stopped by, more swaps to show later.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Roomie Gifts, Convention Bag & Name Badge

Just a quick post to show you what I will be carrying today!  We were given this bag last night at the Opening General Session. Isn't it gorgeous? 

Convention 2013 Bag

All the bags look alike at Convention, so a bag tag is a must.  I made this bag tag for my bag and also made them for my downline and a few special gals too.  It may have been too much glitter for Sara but she survived. 
Front of Bag Tag

               

The tag was part of my roomie gifts and below is the back of the tag along with the goodies I included in each.
    


















Another tradition we have is to decorate our Name Badges.
Here is the design this year!!

More Later, thanks for stopping by, leave a comment I would love to hear from you.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara                                                                                                                        

3 x 3 Love Notes Organized Swap

I hosted my Annual 3 x 3 love Notes Swap at Convention 2013.  There were 5 groups of 15 each...75 Love Notes!  That's a lotta Love Notes don't you think?  I participated in each group.

                                                   My cards Groups 1 - 5

 Group 1

Stamps:  Embellished Events, It's A Wrap Occasions
Paper:  Summer Starfruit, Primrose Petals, Midnight Muse, Gumball Green, Whisper White
Ink:  Gumball Green, Midnight Muse
Accessories:  In Color  Dahlias, Primrose Petals 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon, Linen Thread, Paper Piercing Tool, Petite Curly Label Punch, Glue Dots

Group 2

Stamps:  Betsy's Blossoms, Express Yourself
Paper:  Wisteria Wonder, Pool Party, Whisper White
Ink:  Blushing Bride, Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder
Accessories:  Stampin' Trimmer, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Pool Party 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon, Glue Dots

Group 3

Stamps:  Six-Sided Sampler
Paper:  Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink:  Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake (sponging)
Accessories:  Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Hexagon Punch, Daffodil Delight 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber, Paper Snips

Group 4

Stamps:  Timeless Talk
Paper:  Baked Brown Sugar, Crisp Cantaloupe, Very Vanilla
Ink:  Baked Brown Sugar, Crisp Cantaloupe; Crisp Cantaloupe Marker
Accessories:  Big Shot, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Linen Thread, Dimensionals, 3/4" Circle Punch, Basic Pearls, Paper Snips

Group 5

Stamps:  Happy Hour
Paper:  Strawberry Slush, Coastal Cabana, Whisper White
Ink:  Coastal Cabana, Strawberry Slush, Crumb Cake (sponging)
Accessories:  Dazzling Details (rim around tops of glass), Basic Rhinestones, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Sponge Dauber, Glue Dots, Paper Snips

I will post the set of 15 from each group after I return home.

Great to have you stop by, leave a comment I would love to hear from you!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Fancy Folds Organized Swap

One of the many highlights of Convention for me is to SWAP!!  My friend, Laura Fernsler, hosted her annual Convention Fancy Folds Swap. Are you ready to see the cards I swapped?  Here are the cards I created for this swap:

Group 1 - Gate Fold Swing Card

Stamps:  Feels Good, Papillon Potpourri
Paper:  Gumball Green, Pool Party, Very Vanilla, Epic Day This & That DSP
Ink:  Pool Party, Gumball Green
Accessories:  Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Elegant Butterfly & Scallop Edge Border Punches, Big Shot, Labels Collection Framelits, Sponge Dauber, Glue Dots, Basic Rhinestones

Group 3 - Center Step Fold Card

Stamps:  Mosaic Madness, Sweet Essentials
Paper:  Old Olive, So Saffron, Early Espresso, Whisper White, Polka Dot Parade DSP
Ink:  Old Olive, So Saffron
Accessories: Big Shot, Dress Up Framelits, Stampin' Trimmer, 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Dimensionals, Basic Pearls, Paper Snips 

Thanks for stopping by, more to come!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Swapping with the GoDiva's Stamping Group

The day began at the Convention Center to pick up the Convention T-shirt and to do some swapping. Don't you think it is a great way to start the day?

Early afternoon brought swapping with the GoDiva's Stamping Group.  I am so honored to be a part of this unique group of talented stampers headed by my friend, Robin Merriman.

GoDiva's Stamping Group - Convention 2013

Would you like to see what I created for the swap?  I hope you enjoy seeing them as much as I enjoyed creating and making them.

Card Front Swap

Stamps:  Flower Shop, Label Love
Paper:  Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Night of Navy, Whisper White, Gingham Garden DSP
Inks:  Night of Navy, Melon Mambo
Accessories:  Big Shot, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Gingham Garden Washi Tape, Artisan Label, Pansy, Blossom, Boho Blossoms Punches, Dimensionals, Large Rhinestones

3-D Swap: Altered Treat Holder using the empty button/brad container

Stamps:  Daydream Medallions, Chalk Talk
Papers:  Melon Mambo, So Saffron, Basic Black, Whisper White, DSP Prints Brights & In-Colors
Ink:  Melon Mambo, Basic Black; Melon Mambo Marker
Accessories:  Big Shot, Floral Frames & Circle Collection Framelits, Blossom Party Die, Flower  Shop, 1-3/8" Circle & 1/2" Circle Punches, Paper Piercing Tool, Large Rhinestone, Basic Rhinestone, White Baker's Twine, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

See you later when I will be sharing the cards from the other two organized swaps today!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Stampin' Central

Once Laura arrived so did her entire stamp room.

We started stamping.......

Pam and Laura

 still stamping at midnight.....

Tomorrow is the first day of Convention and we have to be ready to go!!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Annual Pre-Convention Dinner at Blue Iguana

It is a tradition that Laura and I gather our groups together every year on the evening before Convention starts.  This year we had 35 in attendance.   That was a great number.  I didn't get pictures of everyone but here are some I have to share.

Jennifer, Rhonda, Barbara

Melissa and 3 of her downline (sorry for the fuzzy picture)

Laura and her Mom

Me with Linda, Karen, ?new friend?, Rose, Peggy

Sara and her group

Thanks for coming everyone!!

Thanks for stopping by! 

Keep checking back to see what will be happening next in Salt Lake City!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~Barbara

I am in Salt Lake City!!!!

I have arrived in Salt Lake City, Utah for the Annual Stampin' Up! Convention Celebrating 25 years!!!  I am waiting for my roomates to arrive and then the fun will begin.  Here are some pictures of our room at the Doubletree Inn & Suites.

View from our room

View from our room

View from our room

Check back for updates, I am so glad to be here!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~Barbara

Color Re-fresh and FREE Shipping

Announcing Stampin' Up! Color Re-fresh. Do you love color? A new color of lipstick, new color of shoes, new color of ink pads!  Color is fundamental to who we are and what we offer. It's important to stay up-to-date with color trends so I am thrilled to share our updated line of colors.

 I am so excited to announce that the upcoming 2013-2014 annual catalog, to be released on May 31, 2013, will include 10 new colors (most of which are returning In Colors from previous years)! Welcoming back some of your favorites, moving some colors around, and introducing one brand-new color, so take a look!

And if that wasn't exciting enough...Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on EVERYTHING April 6-8 (excluding expedited orders)! That's right. There are no minimums or limits and all order types qualify (customer, workshop, online). Did I mention that the free shipping is on everything? 

Shop HERE at my Stampin' Up! online store to get all the items on your wishlist and the colors that are going away. Enjoy this opportunity and do some shopping this weekend!

As always, I am available if you would like to place an order or have any questions.

Live, Laugh, Love, and STAMP!
~Barbara