I love days like this. Sunny crisp morning and then it gets warmer. All the kids in the park were in their short sleeve shirt and the playground was packed...

It is also a day that my hubby got a job in post production office, which means that his work is more stable than before. Being a production accountant is a tricky thing, you never know when is the next show coming up. Now we at least know he is working next six months.

While my hubby celebrated, our BC premier resigned. Why? Don't know and don't care. I am hoping it will be for better. Good riddance.

Here are few photos. A card was done with a computer manipulated image, it has started as a simple scan... And the pendants are just like the ones in the last post. Glass top in a silver plated tray. I can't get enough of these beauties. Watch out for my E-bay store coming. You will be the first ones to know.





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It's been so long since I've blogged... I've missed you all. Between all the classes, my clubs, working for the West Side Family Place Auction, I haven't had a lot of time for anything. The Auction was a great success. We've raised over $34,000. This was the best one yet! These funds are much needed and will bring a peace of mind to the staff and Board of Directors of this non-profit organization.

I've also started making some jewelry. I will be doing few craft shows, and I thought this would be a nice addition to my cards, calendars and bookmarks. Lookie:




I didn't forget about my card-making though. Here is one of the cards we will be making next Saturday and Sunday for my Stamp-A-Stack.




I will edit this post later on to add all the supplies. More Stamp-A-Stack cards coming tomorrow. Come back and check them out. If you're free next Saturday or Sunday between 12 and 5, come over, I have few spots still available (mostly Saturday though).


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This post will stay on the top for the next month or so. Please scroll down for newer entries.

Stampin' Up has announced today that starting September 1st, until October 18th, or while supplies last, they will give a free Greenhouse Gala Craft Tote to new recruits. These totes are awesome. My good friends Cynthia and Julia (thanks for reminder Cynthia, and sorry Julia!!!) have purchased it for me at the Convention this year - and I LOVE IT!!!! Lookie (click on the photo to see it enlarged and maybe you need to do it twice):



Being a Stampin' Up demonstrator is very rewarding, regardless of what your plans are - if you're in for a discount (20% off everything) or to run it as a business from home. If you would like to join my team, click here to sign up. Recruiting password for my team is happyinker. I will work with you to achieve your stamping goal - and we'll have a ton of fun!!


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The funky, bold, bright colors and patterns of the Play Date DP are an eye catching combination that is sure to elicit a “wow” from all who see it! In this class you’ll use the Play date DP, FYI and Funky Four stamp sets to create these four fun cards along with a coordinating window card folder to gift them in!

Date: September 28th, 6-9, or October 2nd, 2-5.
Cost: $25
Location: my house - e-mail me for directions

Please email me to sign up for this class: happyinker@gmail.com




Supplies
• Stamps: Funky Four and FYI
• Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic ink, Real Red, Chocolate Chip, Tempting Turquoise, So Saffron and Old Olive Stampin’ Write markers
• Paper: Whisper White CS, So Saffron CS, Real Red CS, Play Date DP and Window Sheets – medium
• Accessories: Medium white envelopes, Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals, 2-way glue pen, Real Red 1/8" Taffeta ribbon, linen thread, silver brads, Dazzling Diamonds glitter,Paper cutter with scoring blade, grid paper,paper snips, mat pack, paper-piercing tool, bone folder, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Stampin’ Scrub/Mist refill, blender pen, 1 1/4" circle punch, Crop-A-Dile, cutting mat, hobby blade



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Today I've received my Holiday Mini preorder. I've promised myself that I wouldn't touch any of that stuff until I've played with all the other stuff I have. I don't know how long I've had Presto Pattern paper for, and I haven't used it yet!! So, with a heavy heart I've set off to use some of my stash.



The following card was made using many things I haven't used before - Presto paper, one of the Texturz plates, Smooch Spritz (you can't see it but it is there, trust me), the new Designer Patterns paper, Basic Pearls. I am so happy and so proud of myself.



We will use this for one of my clubs on Sunday.

Lookie:

Supplies Used:
Paper: Cherry Cobbler (SU!), Bravo Burgundy (SU!), Presto Patterns (SU!), Cherry Cobbler Pattern Designer Series - Regal Paper Stack (SU!), Whisper White (SU!)
Ink: Cherry Cobbler (SU!), Bravo Burgundy (SU!)
Stamps: Simple Friendship (SU!)
Other: dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), sponge (SU!), Texture Plates Kit #4 (SU!), Gold Smootch Spary (SU!), Basic Pearls (SU!)

I have some workshops coming up in August, I will be posting workshops projects over the next few days. Stay tuned...

And, for the very last thing... Here is the picture of my older son, taken at camping trip to Green Lake. It's so telling...



That is it for tonight. Air quality in Vancouver is so poor now, it is hard to breath. So muggy. Here is to hoping for a better sleep.


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There is a very exciting special on right now. Every workshop order over $450 will receive ADDITIONAL $35 in hostess benefits. I have decided to sweeten it even more - book a party with me for August, and I will give you another $20 in free merchandise for qualifying workshops. Contact me for more details!



Due to a popular demand, I will be repeating

"SIMPLE FRIENDSHIP" CLASS $25



The neutral colors of the Bella Bleu DP combined with the Simple Friendship stamp set give this card set a vintage feel that brings us back to the days when sending hand-written notes to our friends and loved ones was common. Get inspired to send more cards with this beautiful portfolio and 4 coordinating cards.

August 19th
6-9 PM, my place, or

August 22nd
2-5 PM, my place.


NOTE: I MIGHT HAVE TO RE-DO IT IN A DIFFERENT PAPER, I AM NOT SURE HOW MUCH OF "BELLA BLEU" I HAVE LEFT, IT IS RETIRED NOW. BUT, DON'T YOU WORRY YOURT PRETTY LITTLE HEADS, IT WILL BE GOR-GE-OUS!!!


Gotta run now - blog y'a later!

You are invited to my Stampin' Up New Catalogue Party combined with my Rubber Rummage Sale!

Not only will I be selling my retired stamp sets & accessories at AMAZING PRICES, I will also have FREE make & takes (please RSVP for make & take), lots of samples on display (bring your camera!), door prizes, ordering specials, munchies and of course the BRAND NEW 2010/2011 Stampin' Up! Catalogue.

Earn Tickets to Win Awesome Door Prizes….


1 ticket for attending
2 tickets for each uninvited “new to Stampin’ Up!” adult friend you bring
3 ticket for every $50* (before tax and shipping) order you submit or
7 tickets for every $100* (before tax and shipping) order you submit
5 tickets for booking a workshop held before October 31st
10 tickets for joining my Stampers Club
15 tickets for signing up to become a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator
*new catalogue orders only (not rubber rummage sale items, club orders don't count - sorry!)


Saturday, July 24th, 2010
12p.m. – 5p.m.

My home in Kitsilano

Please contact me for my address & directions

(604) 916-0145
happyinker@gmail.com


Cash only for Rummage Sale Items

Visa, Mastercard, cheque or cash accepted for catalogue orders.

P.S. This post will stay on the top until next Saturday.

Yup, it's me. I'm back again. Figuratively and for real.

First, a figurative part. Since my last post (ahem, we won't say how long it's been) I've been getting ready to participate as one of the vendors at Greek Day here in Vancouver. It happened on June 27th, and it was a huge success for me!!! I want to thank all of you who have come to see me, and especially those of you who have purchased my cards. I've had my toga and a laurel wreath on. No wonder I didn't advertise it a whole lot, eh? Just kidding, it was a blast.

And then, two days later, we went camping. We went up to Green Lake, close to 70 Mile House. I love that drive through Fraser Canyon. I was planning on posting couple of times on my iPhone, but guess what?!?! I forgot the charger, so I was there, in the middle of mosquito and black flies land, with no internet access. It certainly was a very peaceful and relaxed week. I've managed to read two books, one by Kelley Armstrong and one by Lisa Lutz. The latter one made me laugh out loud many times. We got back last night, and here I am, guilty of not posting for very long time, but happy and tanned. :-)

Enough of me digressing. You're here to see my cards, so here - I give you cards. Lookie:

Supplies Used:
Paper: Pear pizzaz (SU!), Daffodil Delight (SU!), Whisper White (SU!)
Ink: Basic Black (SU!)
Stamps: Nursery Necessities (SU!, retired), Baby Tees - wheel (SU!)
Other: dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), different markers (SU! and BIC)

This next card was very heavily influenced by someone on SCS, can't remember whom. Let me know if you know and I will gladly give a credit.

Supplies Used:
Paper: Whisper White (SU!), Pumpkin Pie (SU!), The Write Stuff Specialty (SU! - retired)
Ink: Baja Breeze (SU!), Certainly Celery (SU!), Pumpkin Pie (SU!)
Stamps: Bugs & Kisses (SU!), Teeny Tiny Wishes (SU!)
Other:dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), 1 1/4" and 1 3/8" square punch (SU!), Large and Wide Oval punches (SU!), Horizontal Slot punch (SU!), Chocolate Chip Taffeta ribbon (SU!), Chocolate Chip marker (SU!), googly eyes (dollar store)

Supplies Used:
Paper:green polka dotted DP (unknown source), Crumb Cake (SU!), Real Red (SU!)
Ink: Basic Black (SU!)
Stamps: Forgot the name - Hero Arts
Other:dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), Signo white gel pen (SU!)

That is for today, folks!!! I will post again tomorrow (or, so I hope) and let you know all about my CATALOGUE REVEAL PARTY/OPEN HOUSE!!!!!!!

Nighty, night, blog y'a later!

I've had a great weekend. My husband spent quite a bit of time with our boys, and I've stayed in my studio and played with my toys. That's what I call a quality family time, LOL.

I feel very impatient. I can hardly wait for the new Stampin' Up catalogue and a pre-order period. You know, that is when I sit down and look over things pretending I am not going to get it all, and then, after hours (sometimes days) of huffing and puffing I order every single thing. Yup. I think I will be in huge trouble this time around - we've been told that over 100 (no mistake, it does say over one hundred) sets will retire. And many accessories, papers, inks, ... Oh, my! So, I thought I better sell some cards and start my pre-order fund. So, here is a card I made today. It will go for sale in IGA and other places tomorrow. That one and another 100 or so. I was a busy bee. Lookie:

Supplies Used:
Paper: Old olive (SU!), Basic Black (SU!), Whisper White (SU!), I can't remember the name of this DP (SU!)
Ink: Whisper White (SU!), Basic Gray (SU!)
Stamps: Well Scripted (SU!), By Definition (SU!, retired), flower stamp (Verve)
Other:dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), clear rhinestone brad (SU!), Signo white gel pen (SU!), paper piercer (SU!), Nestabilities

Off to go to sleep now, I don't think I will get another day off. :-)

Blog y'a later,

Just a quick post. Following items will be carried over to the new catalogue and are still available for order although the mini catalogues they were featured in have retired.






Blog y'a all later,

This one of a kind Tool Box with four Tool cards are a must have for any handy person! You just never know when you are going to be put in a tight spot and need a hand. With these cards you will be able to thank the person who helped you out of that tight spot! Or, use these for Father's Day, or as a masculine birthday card, or...



As usual, this class is at my place, 3150 Stephens Street for those of you who are in Vancouver. Choose from Saturday, May 29th, 2-5 PM, or Tuesday, June 1st, 6-9 PM. Cost is $25. If you live elsewhere, you can buy this as a class in mail for $25.

If you place an Online order of $50 or more (before shipping/taxes) between May 13 - June 15th you will receive the instructions only (by email) for FREE. Online orders must be placed through my shopping cart at www.happyinker.stampinup.net - just click on SHOP NOW in the top right corner to be taken to my cart. Club orders do not qualify.

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I am having a great week. Weather here in Vancouver is just gorgeous and I am really enjoying just being out there with my boys and not having to rush home and hide from rain.

Lately I've been reading the books by Steig Larsson and I've really enjoyed them. Just finished his second book, as a matter of fact. These are kind of books you can not put down once you've started. I can not wait for the third one to be published here. It is available in Europe, but we won't have it until sometime in May. If interested, you can pre-order it from Chapters. OK, onto the cards now.

Here are few cards I've made over the last few days.

Supplies Used:
Paper: Basic Black (SU!), Whisper White (SU!), Nouveau Chic (SU!), Watercoloring Paper (SU!)
Ink: Sage Shadow (SU!), Black Staz-On
Stamps: Fifth Avenue Floral (SU!), Tres Chic (SU!)
Other:dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), Signo white gel pen (SU!), Round Tab punch (SU!), So Saffron marker (SU!)

The next one is a total CASE of Shelli's card for her workshops she's been having lately.

Supplies Used:
Paper: Whisper White (SU!), Basic Black (SU!), Nouveau Chic (SU!)
Ink: Sage Shadow (SU!), Basic Black (SU!)
Stamps: Define Your Life (SU!)
Other:dimensionals (SU!), paper snips (SU!), stencil (SU!), clear rhinestone brad (SU!), black grosgrain ribbon (SU!), Signo white gel pen (SU!), paper piercer (SU!)

Supplies Used:
Paper: Baja Breeze (SU!), Very Vanilla (SU!), Rich Razzleberry (SU!)
Ink: Chocolate Chip (SU!), Baja Breeze (SU!), Rich Razzleberry (SU!), Old Olive (SU!)
Stamps: Elements of Style (SU!), Itty Bitty Backgrounds (SU!)
Other:1 1/4" circle punch (SU!), 1 3/8" circle punch (SU!), Horizontal slot punch (SU!), blender pens (SU!), white organza ribbon (SU!), cutter kit (SU!), paper piercer (SU!), dimensionals (SU!), Chocolate Chip marker (SU!)

Blog y'a later,

Today, SU announced big changes in our colour palette. Quite a few colours retiring, some old In-Colors being brought back, and some brand new colours. We will have 4 colour collections, each with 10 colours. In July, we get 5 new In-colors, and they will be active for 2 years. Next year, we get 5 new In-colors, and they will be around for two years as well. So, from 2011, we will have 10 In-colors and 40 core colours. Lookie:





At first, I was unsure if I liked this change, now I am tickled pink. I can hardly wait to get my hot little hands on these beautiful new colours.

Onto the other things. May class is Eastern Blooms. It will be on Sunday, May 16th, 2-5 PM, or Tuesday, May 18th, 6-9 PM. As usual, it is at my place - e-mail me for the details. The price is $25.



I just want to remind you of a class coming up on Saturday, April
24th, 2-5 PM at my place. The alternate time is Tuesday, April 27th,
6-9 PM at my place.

Here is the project of the class again...



Don't forget that these classes are available as kits to go, or for free with $50 order (does not apply to club orders).

OK, gotta go now. Blog y'a later!

Just a quick post tonight. I will be doing the Easter class on March 20th, 2-5 PM, and also on March 23rd, 6-9 PM. There will be only 10 people registered for each, so contact me to reserve your spot. Price is $25 (includes a home made latte, many say it is better than Starbucks'!!!!) Here is the project:



Don't forget that all my classes are available as a "kit to go" option.

Check my SU business website for all my events.

Off to sleep...