FEBRUARY CLASSES AT THE BEEHIVE

BRAYER TECHNIQUE CLASS – Wed, Feb. 5, 7pm

More  brayering.  This technique turns out different each time we do it.  Tonight’s class will feature some different scenic backgrounds.  We will make 3 cards using this technique.  Cost of the class is $10 or FREE with a $25 order (before shipping/tax) placed at tonight’s class.  Increase that order to $50 and get a FREE SAB item and the FREE class.  Team Members will only pay $5 – ask me how.  Bring your own brayer and other crafting tools.  RSVP by Feb. 2.

STOCK UP YOUR SUPPLY – Wed, Feb. 19, 7 pm

Come stock up your card supply!  Tonight we will make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs) with envelopes.  They will be a varied of styles and we will use some of the new product from the Occasions Mini Catalog.  So this is a great time to try out product before you buy.  Cost of the class is $12 and includes all materials to make the 8 cards with envelopes.  Team members will only pay $6 – ask me how.  Please bring your own adhesive and tools.  RVSP by Feb. 15.

SILVER & GOLD – Thur, Feb. 27, 7 pm

In the new Occasions Mini Catalog on pgs. 22 and 23 are some awesome gold and silver products.  This is a bundle class and includes some of all the products.  Product included:  3 sheets gold designer vellum, 3 sheets silver designer vellum, 2 yards gold sequin trim, 2 yards silver 1/8” ribbon, 1 sheet of gold foil, 1 sheet of silver foil and the Washi Tape items.  From this product we will make 3 cards that will be elegant and expensive looking.  Cost of the class is $25 and includes all the product mentioned above and the cards.  Please bring your own adhesive (I will have adhesive for the vellum) and your tools.  RSVP by Feb. 9 so I have time to get your product.

OFFERED BY: 

Jackie Bottomley

Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

231-878-3570 cell

jbottomley@charter.net

Reminder – If you RSVP for a class and cannot attend, you are still responsible for payment.  Product and/or projects will be available for you to pick up.  Payment is due with your RSVP.  I accept PayPal, cash, checks and major credit cards.

JANUARY CLASSES AT THE BEEHIVE

2/6/10 – VALENTINE CARDS – WED, JAN. 8, 7 pm

Same as my 1/3/5 class except we are going to make 6 Valentine cards.  The cost is $10 or FREE with a $25 order (before tax/shipping) placed at tonight’s class.  Team Members only pay $6 – ask me how.  We will be using stamps and product from the Whole Lot of Love special, plus more.  Bring your crafting tools and adhesive.  Please RSVP by Jan. 4.

BRAYER TECHNIQUE CLASS – THUR, JAN 16, 7pm

More  brayering.  This technique turns out different each time we do it.  Tonight’s class will feature some winter backgrounds.  We will make 3 cards using this technique.  Cost of the class is $10 or FREE with a $25 order (before shipping/tax) placed at tonight’s class.  Team Members will only pay $5 – ask me how.  Bring your own brayer and other crafting tools.  RSVP by Jan. 12.

SAB IS HERE – WED, JAN 22, 7pm

Sale-A-Bration has begun.  Tonight we will make 5 cards using new SAB items.  Cost of the class is $10.  Or FREE if you place a $50 order at tonight’s class.  You will also be able to pick 1 SAB item FREE from the SAB Brochure.  Team Members will only pay $5 – ask me how.  Bring your own adhesive and  crafting tools.  RSVP by Jan. 18.

BURLAP & BLOOMS WREATH KIT  – Tues, Jan 28, 7pm

Tonight you will make your own Spring wreath using the Burlap & Blooms Simple Created Wreath Kit.  Everything will be included to make this cute wreath featured on pg. 21 in the new Occasions Mini – Celebrate the Everyday.  Bring your own adhesive and other crafting tools.  Cost of the class is $23.  Team Members will only pay $5, but must purchase their own wreath kit.  RSVP by Jan. 10.

OFFERED BY: 

Jackie Bottomley

Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

231-878-3570 cell

jbottomley@charter.net

Reminder – If you RSVP for a class and cannot attend, you are still responsible for payment.  Product and/or projects will be available for you to pick up.  Payment is due with your RSVP.

REMARKABLE BLOG TOUR - BEST OF SNOW

I don't know where you live, but here in northern Michigan it is more like the middle of January rather than the middle of December.  It has snowed everyday for the past week and we have not been above 20 degrees in a week.  Baby it's cold outside!!!  This month's Best of 25 is perfect for now.  it is BEST OF SNOW and boy have we've had snow. 

I did one card that uses 2 of the 4 stamps.  Not much stamping, but I just love this view of the snowman.  It's like you are looking at him from the top down.  I hope you enjoy it too.  Feel free to CASE!

Crumb Cake, Whisper White and Basic Black cs.  Real Red and Whisper White ink.  Label Bracket punch along with the oval, 1/4" round, 1 1/4" round, 2 1/2" round and 1" round punches.  A little Dazzling Details Cherry Cobbler to add a little sparkle.

This is a really cute set and a must have if you like snowflakes and snowmen.  I love the hedgehog and have to create something using this set.  But for now, hope on over to

Susan Carlson's blog to see what she has created.   If you get lost or a link is not working, click on any of the people below.  ENJOY

Nancy Amato          http://stampinallnight.blogspot.com
Melissa Bolinger      http://www.stampinup.net/blog/2089191
Jackie Bottomley     http://www.jackiebottomley.blogspot.com
Susan Carlson         http://www.stampinmomoffour.blogspot.com
Tamra Davis             http://www.thecardladies.com
Sherri Eddleblute      http://www.sweetestdesigns.blogspot.com
Lynn Embrey            http://www.possibilitiestamperstudio.com
Kathy Hamrick          http://www.countryroads.typepad.com
Crystal Kondo           http://www.card-ed.com
Deb Lehigh               http://thestampinhut.typepad.com
Anne Matasci            http://www.MauiStamper.wordpress.com
Michele Reynolds      http://www.inspirationink.typepad.com
Sharon Tisdale          http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/coveredbridgesstamper/blog
Janet Wakeland        http://www.remarkablycreated.com 

HOLIDAY STAMP CAMP/GIFT MAKING - DEC. 1st, 2 pm - 5pm

My Holiday Stamp Camp/Gift Making is this Sunday, December 1st from 2 pm to 5 pm.  I have a number of awesome projects that you can make for friends, family, teachers, secret Santa, etc.  The prices range from $5 to $20 per item.  You can make 1, 2, all or multiples of the same as long as supplies last.  I ask that you RSVP very soon by the item # and how many you plan to make.  Warning - the wreath will take you at least an hour to make and some items have to dry before you can wrap them up. 

Item #1 - Bracelet , cost $12

Item #2 - Earrings - cost $7.50 pr (sterling silver posts)

Item #3 or #4 - Pin or Pendant - Pin cost is $3, Pendant with chain cost is $5

Item #5 - Wreath - cost is $15

Item #6 - Brag Book - cost is $5

Item #7 - Box of Cards (all occasion) - cost is $6

Item #8 - Candle - cost is $5
   vanilla pillar candle stamped with snowflakes
   photo to follow

Item #9 - Ornament  - cost is $3
   glass ornament with paper curls inside and glitter on the outside
   photo to follow

Item #10 - Bottle Cap Magnets (set of 4) - cost is $3
   4 bottle cap magnets in a cute little box w/ribbon.  inside of cap is stamped.

Please RSVP with the Item # you'd like to make and quantity you'd like to make.  Some items are limited and while supplies last.

What fun gifts to make and give!!!!

REMARKABLE BLOG TOUR - BEST OF CHRISTMAS

This month's "Best of 25" Blog Tour features Best of Christmas.  I'm really loving this stamp set.  So much variety and some of my old favorites have returned -- Dasher.

My first card uses Smokey Slate, Night of Navy, Silver Glimmer, and Whisper White cs. Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder.  Quick and easy.

 My next card uses Old Olive, Real Red and Whisper White cs.  Also uses Season of Style DSP stack and the Stylish Stripes Embossing Folder.  Real Red 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon and some rhinestones for bling.

The last card uses Island Indigo, Smokey Slate, Bermuda Bay and Whisper White cs.  Also the Winter Frost DSP stack and the Stylish Stripes Embossing folder.  Silver 1/8" Ribbon and a rhinestone for bling.

Now go check out Susan Carlson's blog to see what she has created.   If you get lost or a link is not working, click on any of the people below.  ENJOY

Nancy Amato          http://stampinallnight.blogspot.com
Melissa Bolinger      http://www.stampinup.net/blog/2089191
Jackie Bottomley     http://www.jackiebottomley.blogspot.com
Susan Carlson         http://www.stampinmomoffour.blogspot.com
Tamra Davis             http://www.thecardladies.com
Sherri Eddleblute      http://www.sweetestdesigns.blogspot.com
Lynn Embrey            http://www.possibilitiestamperstudio.com
Kathy Hamrick          http://www.countryroads.typepad.com
Crystal Kondo           http://www.card-ed.com
Deb Lehigh               http://thestampinhut.typepad.com
Anne Matasci            http://www.MauiStamper.wordpress.com
Michele Reynolds      http://www.inspirationink.typepad.com
Sharon Tisdale          http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/coveredbridgesstamper/blog
Janet Wakeland        http://www.remarkablycreated.com 

HOLIDAY STAMP CAMP - Sunday, Dec. 1

Every year I offer a Holiday Stamp Camp where you can make your own gifts for friends, family, coworkers, secret santa or whomever.  So come join us Sunday, Dec 1 from 2 pm - 5 pm to make gifts.  Everything will be priced from $5 - $20 and will include a bag, box, or wrapping of some kind.  They will be ready to give.  I'm still working on some samples and prices, but I would give me a shout if you want to attend.  Space and supplies will be limited.

Here are items I'm planning on offering.
1.  Bracelet - made from Vintage Brads
2.  Earrings (post) - made from Vintage Brads
3.  Pin or Pendant (you supply chain) - made from Frosted Finishes
4.  Candle - you will stamp on a pillar candle
5.  Wreath - made from paper
6.  Ornament - either a paper or bulb
7.  Brag Book - small scrapbook
8.  Assortment of Cards - all packaged
9.  Wine Glass Charms

I'll post the prices and samples as I'm finishing them up.  Here are some samples so far.

Last Year's Brag Book

Inside of brag book

Bracelet sample

Bracelet sample

Pin or Pendant

Earrings

Paper Ornament

Stop back for pricing and more samples.  Contact me ASAP to reserve your spot.  You can make 1 or all 9 items, or multiples of an item.  I will need your RSVP soon.

REMARKABLE STAMP OF THE MONTH BLOG TOUR

The stamp set I choose for the stamp tour this month was Festive Flurry.  Snow flakes can be used for the holidays along with the entire winter season here in Michigan.  We have already had our first snow covering a couple weeks ago, but it only lasted for the day.  In less than a month we will have the ground covered, ski slopes open and snowmen build in the yards.  Here are my samples.  All were made around classes I will be holding in the next week or two.

 All the snowflake ornaments were made using the Festive Flurry stamp set and Festive Flurry Framelits Dies.  Some were stamped on Soft Sky and embossed with White embossing powder.  Some were stamped on Whisper White cs in Silver Metallic Encore Pad or Pistachio Pudding.  All were cut out using the Framelits and a little piece of the Silver 1/8" Ribbon for the hanger.  Most of these were copied from the Holiday mini catalog or other great demonstrators.  A little Vanilla Smooch Spritz would sparkle these right up.  Give it a try.

 The colors on this card just don't do it justice.  It is Garden Green and Pistachio Pudding cs.  The snowflake is Silver Metallic Encore pad and Pistachio Pudding ink.  I put a little strip of the Pistachio Pudding 3/8" Ruffle Stretch Trim and a Rhinestone for bling.  Sorry for the poor color quality.  I took the picture like 3 times and this was the best. This will be one of the cards for my Christmas card class.

 This will be one of my Christmas cards this season.  Midnight Muse, Marina Mist and Whisper White cs.  Midnight Muse, Marina Mist and Whisper White inks.  Also used the Stylish Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder and the 1/8" Silver Ribbon and a little rhinestone.  

This last card will be for a hostess party coming up soon.  I used the new Cherry Cobbler Cut & Ready Card Bases, Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler and Whisper White cs along with the Season of Style DSP Stack.  The Christmas Greetings (from the Special Season stamp set) and snowflake from Festive Flurry are embossed in Cherry Cobbler embossing powder.

I hope you have enjoyed my samples.  Feel free to case them as I always case from other talented demonstrators.  Thank you all for the inspiration.  Now skip on over to Tamra Davis's blog to see what she has created.  If you get lost along the way, click on any of the links below.  Thank you for touring our blog tour today.  See you back soon.

Nancy Amato           http://stampinallnight.blogspot.com
Melissa Bolinger      http://www.stampinup.net/blog/2089191
Jackie Bottomley     http://www.jackiebottomley.blogspot.com
Tamra Davis            http://www.thecardladies.com
Connie Deibler         http://www.conniestamps.com
Crystal Kondo           http://www.card-ed.com
Deb Lehigh               http://thestampinhut.typepad.com
Anne Matasci            http://www.MauiStamper.wordpress.com
Audra Monk              http://thecraftyyogi.blogspot.com
Maria Pane               http://www.stampinandscrappinwithriri.blogspot.com
Andi Potler                http://www.absolutekreations.com
Michele Reynolds     http://www.inspirationink.typepad.com
Pam Staples             http://www.sunnygirlscraps.com
Jeannette Swain       http://www.stampsnwhatnot.com
Janet Wakeland        http://www.remarkablycreated.com