Christmas Card Shoebox Swap

One of my favorite pre-holiday events is the Christmas Card Shoebox Swap. Each person designs a card, then brings the supplies for 16 people to make their card. Everyone leaves the swap with 16 different cards! It's a great way to get the holiday inspiration going and have some cards to send. We already have several spots filled, so contact me today if you want to come!
Here's the info:
When: November 22nd, 10-2 (Boxed lunch and snacks included.)
Order Deadline: November 7th
Where: Cindy's house, 110 Hogan in Plum Creek 268-3900
How much: $12
How many: We have 16 total spots available--and they're going fast!

What to do:
Design a Christmas card using all SU! stamps and paper (stamps can be retired).
Cards should the standard 4-1/4" by 5-1/2" finished size.
Cards should have at least one layer.
Pre-cut the pieces to make 16 of your card. (You don't have to pre-stamp.) Bag these individually in an envelope or baggie.
Place all the items needed including stamps and ink to make your card in a shoebox or plastic tub along with your sample.
You'll get to rotate around the rooms and make one of everyone else's card!
Be sure to invite a friend and sign up ASAP before space runs out!

Where to get help and ideas:
Shelley and I are happy to help you. You can also look up ideas on www.splitcoaststampers.com.

There will be a prep/cutting party at Shelleyʼs Tuesday, November 18th at 7:00. Bring your sample and supplies, and we can cut and prep together!

Big News--Order Stampin' Up Online!

You can now place online orders for all your Stampin' Up! needs. Visit my website and click on "Shop Now". You can order anytime, 24/7, and have your products shipped to your door! Plus, you get all promos and hostess benefits offered on qualifying orders.
My Stampin' Up! website

Happy Shopping! Shelley

It was supposed to be an easy week...

I was supposed to start teaching Preschool this week, but as we were setting up our rooms Monday, there were more and more of those disgusting little roaches appearing everywhere! We tried to contain them and kill them, but nothing was working. Our director and the pastor made the executive decision to postpone school until next week. So I thought, "Ahhh! A week off! I can relax a bit and have more time to get ready for MOPS on Friday."

Well, not so much! Riley got sick on Tuesday, a combination of a cold and a tummy bug. Yuck! He stayed home Tuesday and Wednesday. The boys also went to the doctor on Wednesday. Riley had to get a shot and screamed bloody murder when he got it (NOT becoming for a six year old!).

Anyway, time flew this week, and I am fairly sure we will start school Tuesday. Oh well!

I made Riley's birthday cake for his NASCAR birthday party. I am so happy with how it turned out! Only 2 of his friends came, but they played and had a blast!

The cake after...

I've been stamping too! I will post those projects soon.

If you are interested in the Monogram Card class, it is Saturday the 13th at 10am or Monday the 15th at 10am.

Elegant Monogram Card Set Class

Isn't this a beautiful set? Want to learn how to make it? I am offering this class Saturday, September 13th from 10-12. The cost is $20.
You will make 5 standard size monogram cards and 5 3x3 cards. You will also make the folder to hold the cards and a matching pen. Envelopes are included. You will supply your own adhesive. All instructions will be provided so you can duplicate these on your own. These sets make great gifts! (Stay tuned, I am also planning to add a weekday morning class time.)
Please RSVP by Monday, September 8th.

Teacher Gift

So tonight is Back to School night for Riley. He is going to First Grade! I am so excited for him! Having been a first grade teacher, I know he will learn so much this year. We are so blessed to have an awesome teacher, Mrs. Aylor. I made her a little gift--a set of monogram cards in a little coordinating purse. I got the purse idea from Andrea's blog. I used Kiwi Kiss, Riding Hood Red and Bella Rose DSP. The stamps are Baroque Motifs and Lovely Letters.

I posted so well last week! I really want to post regularly, so I will keep trying at it! :)

Stamp Club Projects

Last night I went to Brenna's first Stamp Club meeting. We made 2 cards. I love them both; they are both very creative! I also got to use 2 sets I don't have--Sock Monkey and Dreams Du Jour. Here are the cards:

Don't you love them? If you are missing Club too much or would like to try it for the first time, let me know. Brenna would start another group if there is enough interest. Those not in club this time are really missing out--this is the best catalog yet! :)

Monogram Bookmark

I saw a great tutorial on Angie's blog, so I thought I'd make one of my own. I made this one for my friend--I know she will love it! I am going to put magnets in the inside of it.

I used Bali Breeze DSP, Old Olive, Taken with Teal and Certainly Celery. The letter is from Lovely Letters.