Make and Takes Convention Style

On Thursday afternoon our group tackled the Make & Take projects. Here we are trying to finish on time.....which almost never happens!
The projects are made with the NEW sets we got in our convention bag. We received two sets, a single stamp and a wheel.

Projects using the Just Believe Set



















Inside of Just for You Pouch



















Cards using the Paisley Prints Set














Thanks So Much Card Pocket and 3 x 3 cards














The make and takes are always very simple and easy to do for a class. I hope you like the ideas I shared with you today. Check back tomorrow for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Can You Say Flower Power Party.......

......Yes we can, Stampin' Up! style. On Wednesday evening, during Convention, Stampin' Up! threw a Flower Power Party and challenged everyone to dress in their grooviest clothes.
From Left to Right: Jane, Me, Madonna, Linda R.
Here we are waiting in line for the doors too open......all dressed and ready to do the hoola-hoop, play twister, and be with friends.

My Groovy Group!!
Back Row: Pam, Linda B., Diane, Linda R. Laura, Anita
Front Row: Madonna, Melissa, Me, Lorri

After the party was over, we went back to our hotel and had our group gift exchange. It has become a tradition that we exchange gifts with each other at Convention. These ladies are so talented and I loved all the wonderful gifts I received.

Today I will show you the gift that I made for everyone in my group that attended convention. I made a magnetic board, customized with the first letter of each person's name. They are 8" x 8" and the ribbon is attached through Jumbo Eyelets.(I used the Crop-A-Dile to punch the holes and set the eyelets). I used Sweet Pea DSP (now retired). There were several different designs.

Magnetic Board



















Close up of Magnets that I made for each, designed based on which piece of paper I used from the DSP pack. I used one button magnet and 2 small clothespins with magnets attached on the back. I covered them in DSP and decorated each one. Also I printed the Convention Logo off the computer and had that hanging off one of the magnets.















So much fun and I will share some of the other gifts with you later on this week. Thanks for stopping by and check back for more convention pictures and swap cards.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

New Catalog MEGA Blog Hop

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts New Catalog MEGA Blog Hop where we are showcasing NEW stamp sets. I am featuring the stamp set "Morning Cup". The perfect set for the tea or coffee lover.

If you are starting the hop with my blog I am so glad you stopped by.

Now for my projects using the "Morning Cup" stamp set. I absolutely fell in love with this set the minute I saw it in the new catalog.

Morning Coffee












Paper: Marina Mist, Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Marina Mist; Markers: Marina Mist, Real Red
Access: Large Oval, Oval Scallop, Scallop Trim Border Punches, Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon, Rhinestone, Dimensionals

Caffeine Isn't a Drug
















Paper: Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Greenhouse Gala DSP
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Baja Breeze, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Chocolate Chip
Access: Large Silver Brads, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Dimensionals, Color Spritzer Tool, Paper Piercing Tool

Gift Card Holder
















Paper: Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Greenhouse Gala DSP
Ink: Chocolate Chip; Markers: Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip
Access: Early Espresso Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

Gift Card Holder Inside












I hope you have enjoyed all my projects.... please leave me a comment to let me know you were here.

Thanks for stopping by and remember the blog hop ends on Sunday night at midnight. After Sunday I will continue posting my convention pictures and more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Stampin' Addicts Meet & Greet Event at Convention

On Wednesday afternoon I enjoyed getting together with some of my Stampin' Addicts friends. The food was delicious and the organized swaps for this event were the best!!

Here is my group at the Meet & Greet enjoying some delicious food














Let the swapping begin!!!!















Here are the swaps I created for each of the organized swaps that I participated in:

SA Meet & Greet General Card Swap



















Christmas Card Swap - Delightful Decorations


















Christmas Card Swap - Welcome Christmas

New Colors Swap - Early Espresso














New Colors Swap - Cherry Cobbler
Just Right 3-D Swap Fancy Favor Box



















Just Right 3-D Swap - Convention Survival Kit














Convention Survival Kit - open

It's All in the Details Swap - Group 3



















It's All in the Details Swap - Group 2
It's All in the Details Swap - Group 1














Simply Adorned Inserts Swap -Front View














Flip-side of Simply Adorned Inserts
Trading Card Swap - Two Groups














Big Shot Fabric Swap - Business Card Holder
I hope you enjoyed seeing all the creative swaps I designed for this wonderful event during convention. If you have any questions on products used feel free to email me or leave a comment and I will get back to you.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Check-In Day at Convention

Swapping is always a highlight of convention and starts at the airport and continues throughout the week. My general swap cards are at the bottom of this post, so keep reading.........

The first day of convention is always full of the best surprises.......getting the official convention bag with your stamp sets.........






























Shopping at Memento Mall...................

























































and SWAPPING............................

One of my General Convention Swaps
I used the Sweet Scoops Stamp Set



















Another of my General Convention Swaps
This card features the Elements of Style Stamp Set



















Another one of my General Convention Swaps
For this one I used the Vintage Voque Stamp Set














I hope you enjoyed looking at all this awesome stuff from Convention.....check back tomorrow for more highlights.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Back to Life After Convention!

I have returned safely, along with all my bags, swaps, and dirty laundry......after being away for 6 wonderful days at the annual Stampin' Up! Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thanks to all the wonderful gals in my group for an awesome time and many memories.

Today I want to share with you the 3D swaps I made for general floor swapping at Convention.
Pencil Holder using Tart and Tangy Stamp Set

















Paper: Night of Navy, Real Red, Whisper White, Garden Green DSP Prints
Ink: Markers: Real Red, Garden Green
Access: Scallop Circle, 1", 1-3/8" Circle Punches, Paper Crimper, Dimensionals


Post it Note Purse
















Here is the Rose Red version, I also made Tempting Turquoise and Pumpkin Pie with the Island Oasis DSP
Access: 5-Petal Flower, Boho Blossoms Punches, Paper Piercing Tool, Rhinestone Brads, Old Olive 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

Inside of the post it note purse...Love that these post-it note pads were in the right colors!!



















View from our room on the 17th Floor of the Hilton!











Thanks for being patient while I was away, and be sure to check back tomorrow for Check-in Day Photos and more creative samples.

I am so glad you stopped by today, see you tomorrow!!
Live, Laugh, Love and Stamp!
~Barbara

New Stampin' Up! Catalogs................

Have you seen this awesome new catalog................it is so beautiful and full of wonderful new stamp sets, new colors of ink and cardstock and lots of new accessories.

Would you like to have your own copy I have them available now.........if you live in the Phoenix area, you can come by and pick yours up....they are $5.00each. If you would like it shipped to you they are $10.00 and will be sent priority mail.

Please contact me today to purchase yours. Each copy includes a $10.00 coupon off your first order that you place directly through me.....this offer is only available through me and not through Stampin' Up!

Email me at cre8tivestamper@cox.net or click the PayPal Button below and I will get it to you right away.

Catalog Delivery Options

Local pickup - No shipping $5.00 Catalog + Priority Shipping $10.00

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Last Chance Blog Hop - Bloomin' Beautiful

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts Blog Hop featuring sets that are on the Last Chance List and will only be available until June 30th.

The set that I am featuring is BLOOMIN' BEAUTIFUL. This set is one of my favorites for watercoloring and is also very versatile for many different occasions.

















Stamps: Bloomin' Beautiful
Paper: Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo Prints DSP, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery
Access: Large Oval and Scallop Oval Punches, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensionals, Aqua Painter, Black 5/8" Grosgrain and Black Gingham Ribbon



















Stamps: Bloomin Beautiful
Paper: Almost Amethyst, Basic Gray, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Almost Amethyst, Certainly Celery, Basic Gray
Access: Aqua Painter, White Organza Ribbon, Dimensionals














Stamps: Bloomin' Beautiful
Paper: Bermuda Bay, Kraft, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Bermuda Bay, Certainly Celery, Dusty Durango
Access: Aqua Painter, Bermuda Bay Grosgrain Ribbon, Rhinestones, Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Dimensionals, Linen Thread, Crop-A-Dile

I hope you liked the ideas that I shared with you today. Leave a comment to let me know you were here.


Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

SC Color Challenge Wednesday

Yesterday I posted the color challenge on Stampin' Connection, an online forum exclusively for SU! demonstrators. The colors for this week's challenge are Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive. I used the new Island Oasis DSP as my inspiration for the colors.

I thought I would share with you the card I made for the challenge:

















Stamps: On Your Birthday, Tropical Party
Paper: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Island Oasis DSP
Ink: Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise
Access: Circle Punches, Tempting Turquoise Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Paper Snips

Remember the Starter Kit is only $99 through June, I would love to have you join my team and enjoy the benefits of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator!!! Contact me today for more details.

Check back later today for another card using these colors that I created for my swap for tonight's downline meeting. I am so glad you stopped by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Last Chance Lists

June 1st brings a combination of emotions......happy and excited to see a Sneak Peek into what's new for the upcoming catalog, anticipating that first order to arrive with the new Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog inside.....and also sad to see which old favorite stamp sets and accessories will be going away.

Click HERE for the List of Retiring Stamp Sets

Click HERE for the List of Retiring Accessories

Click HERE for the list of Retiring Decor Elements Items


Place your order today as supplies are limited and will sell out fast.


Live, Laugh Love and STAMP!!
~Barbara