Inking Around

Home Decor Vase

I think the picture is really hard to see this project but hopefully you get the idea.  With the fabulous special on getting a $16.95 or less Home Decor item for free when you spend $50 on items in the gift giving guide I knew I had to play a little.  I used the Flurry Home Decor set and quickly put it on to a vase from the dollar store.  I then cover the image with chocolate ink and let it dry a little.  Then I rubbed off a lot of the ink to leave the image a little weathered.  Unfortunately, I don't think any of that shows up in the pictures.  Oh well, at least maybe it gives you the idea to play around with the Stampin' Up! Home Decor items.  You can put them on just about anything. 

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur

December Club Projects

Here is a picture of all of the club projects for December.  I got the idea for the snowman gift card holder from Jackie Topia.  Isn't is adorable.  THe idea for the Christmas card came from Stampin' Up!  I made my own stencil using the medium window sheets and punched out the ornament shape in the window sheet.  Then we had the perfect stencil to sponge the shape of the ornament.  Isn't that a great idea.  Just think of the possibilities.  You can make all kinds of stencils using the window sheets and any of our punches.  Try it out I think you will get hooked just like me.

If you live in the Roscoe, IL area I will be getting some new clubs started in January.  Please contact me and I can see where I have some opening for you to join me.  We have a blast each month and I love coming up with lots of new ideas to share with everyone in club.  Plus you get to participate in some of my club only specials.  If you don't live near me but are interested in my long distance club option please contact me for more information.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur

Christmas Treat Box

I knew when I saw these cute boxes in the catalog we would defintely have to make them for club sometime and what better time then for Christmas.  What I love about these boxes is that you really don't have to do too much to make them adorable.  I just added some of the red 5/8" ribbon and made a tag using the 2 tags Big Shot Die.  Can I tell you how much I love that 2 tags die.  To finish things off we used the Merry Details sizzlit from the holiday mini catalog to get the cute bird and finally stamped Merry Christmas from the absolutely fabulous stamp set called Teeny Tiny Wishes.  These boxes are coated to be food safe so they are perfect to add some homemade goodies and give to your neighbors and friends.  Most of my clubs have met for the month but I still have one more club meeting this week so you guys get a sneak peek of some of the projects you will be making.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur 

Club Project - Goodie Tent

This idea came straight from the demonstrator website.  I love when I see an idea on the Stampin' Up! demonstrator website and I know right away it is perfect for club.  To make the adorable goodie tent you simply cut 2 of the bigger tags from the Two Tags Big Shot die.  This die is on sale for only $18.66 through December 22nd.  You glue the bottom of the two tags together with one of the tags going to the right and one to the left.  That is all there is to it.  Just pull the top of the tags together and tie with ribbon.  I then slide a small cellophane bag filled with goodies into the middle of the tent.  Putting a little adhesive on the cellophane bag helps it stay in place.  We used the Best Wishes & More stamp set found on page 64 of the catalog.  I also did a sample with the heart to show everyone that any of the shapes from this set would work for this project.

 If you want to order the Two Tags die the number is #115954.  You can order it on-line at my Stampin' Up! website or call me to place an order. Remember the special price is only good through December 22nd so contact me right away to take advantage of this deal.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!
 

12 Days of Holiday Sales

Oh my goodness, I can't believe this sale.  I was just saying to someone that we don't usually see the Big Shot stuff on sale well here you go.  This sale is incredible.  You can purchase starting today through December 22nd.  You can either e-mail or call me with your order or use the online shopping feature on my website.  Just click on the shop now button in the upper right corner.  Please look at the prices below in case there is an issue with what is showing up on the SU website.

Product Offering:

Item	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Discounted Price
114515	195	Flower Burst Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114516	195	Cherry Blossom Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115957	195	Thanks Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114513	195	Sweetest Stem Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115952	195	Hi Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115951	197	Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die	$74.95	$59.96
113446	197	Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
114509	197	Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$21.95	$18.66
113448	197	Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
113457	198	Tulipe Bigz die	$21.95	$16.46
115954	198	Two Tags Bigz die	$21.95	$18.66
114524	199	Fringed Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114523	199	Decorative Accents Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114534	199	Flower Bigz Clear die	$19.95	$15.96
113473	199	5-Point 3D Star Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113472	199	Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113470	199	Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113465	199	Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
115961	200	Perfect Setting Bigz XL die	$42.95	$32.21
113483	200	Pennant Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
113484	200	Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die	$39.95	$31.96
116760	201	Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
116759	201	Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
114890	201	Matchbox Bigz XL die	$42.95	$36.51
113458	202	Flower Layers Originals die	$15.95	$13.56
114336	158	Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114334	158	Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114337	158	Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114335	158	White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
118797	n/a	So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118798	n/a	Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118799	n/a	Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118800	n/a	Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118801	n/a	Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118802	n/a	Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118803	n/a	Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118804	n/a	Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118805	n/a	Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118806	n/a	Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118807	n/a	Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118808	n/a	Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118809	n/a	Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118810	n/a	Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118812	n/a	Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118813	n/a	Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118814	n/a	Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118815	n/a	Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$14.95	$11.21

Thanks for stopping by.  Check out all the details and contact me right away to place your order.

Audra Moncur

More Gift Giving Items

I've got my gift giving class coming up on December 15th at 6:30 pm.  You will be able to make either a glass plate or framed art.  The frame is just a sample. There are so many fun ideas that you can do with the frame including a name frame.  The cost of the class is $20 and you will make a total of 4 projects.  Please RSVP by Friday the 11th if you would like to attend.

Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur

Ornament Gift Bag & Gift Giving Class

I made this gift bag over the weekend.  I've got an upcoming Gift Giving Class and I decided we need to do a bag idea to actually give the gifts in.  I just got the Vintage Ornament I & Vintage Ornament II stencils from Stampin' Up! and I love them.  I couldn't wait to try them out.  They were so easy to use and love the results. 

In addition to the bag everyone will get to make the tin of their choice, either the magnetic build-a-bear, tin w/ matching notecards or the tic-tac-toe game.  The class will also include your choice of the glass etched plate or framed art plus everyone will make a message board(I'll post these in the next couple of days).  The class is only $20.00 and you will get lots of fun gift ideas.  If you live in the Roscoe, IL area you can join me on December 15th at 6:30 pm.  Please RSVP with payment by December 11th.

 

Holiday Extravaganza

You won't believe the incredible deal going on at Stampin' Up!  I recommend you place your order on-line at my website.  Just click on the shop now button in the right hand corner.  You can also contact me by e-mail and I will try and place orders as soon as possible.  Enjoy checking out all the specials.  I've listed everything on sale including the Spanish & French sets so please make sure you order the right thing.

Product Offering:

Item	Description	Regular Price	Discounted Price
120280	Framed with Love Bundle Framed with Love stamp set Full Heart punch	$43.90	$21.95
120281	Thank You Kindly Bundle Thank You Kindly stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$29.90	$14.95
120976	Thank You Kindly Bundle (French) Tous mes remerciements stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$29.90	$14.95
120282	Animal Crackers Bundle Animal Crackers stamp set Star Designer brads	$25.90	$12.95
120283	Corduroy Button Bundle Kraft Corduroy buttons Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons Summer Sun Corduroy buttons Basic Gray Corduroy buttons Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$49.75	$24.88
120284	Game Night Bundle Card Games stamp set Game Night stamp set	$40.90	$20.45
120285	Four Square Bundle Four Square stamp set Scallop Square punch	$30.90	$15.45
120286	Heart to Heart Bundle Love You Much stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$49.85	$24.93
120310	Heart to Heart Bundle (Spanish) Te Quiero Mucho stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$49.85	$24.93
120311	Heart to Heart Bundle (French) J't'aime beaucoup stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$49.85	$24.93
120287	Chipboard Letter Bundle On Board Timeless Type On Board Loads of Letters	$25.90	$12.95
120288	Double-Stitched Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon Rose Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon	$17.90	$10.74
120289	Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle* Best Wishes & More stamp set Eight Great Greetings stamp set On a Pedestal stamp set Earth Elements Stampin' Spots Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Flower Designer brads	$127.70	$76.62
120290	Build-A-Brad Bundle Calendar Alphabet stamp set Pewter Build-A-Brad Antique Brass Build-A-Brad	$40.85	$24.51
120291	Enjoy Every Moment Bundle Enjoy Every Moment stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$43.85	$26.31
120312	Enjoy Every Moment Bundle (French) Profiter de chaque instant stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$43.85	$26.31
120292	Cheep Talk Bundle Cheep Talk stamp set Note cards Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons	$42.85	$25.71
120293	Sock Monkey Bundle Sock Monkey stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$58.85	$35.31
120313	Sock Monkey Bundle (French) Sing-chaussette stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$58.85	$35.31
120294	Alphabet Bundle Jayne's Type Alphabet stamp set Lovely Letters stamp set	$87.90	$52.74
120295	Simply Said Bundle Simply Said stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$52.85	$31.71
120314	Simply Said Bundle (French) Amitié stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$52.85	$31.71
120296	On Board Bundle On Board So Tweet On Board Batch of Blooms On Board Essentials	$42.85	$25.71
120927	Christmas Décor Bundle #1 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Kraft, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$74.85	$44.91
120298	Christmas Décor Bundle #2 Holly Beary Wreath Décor Elements (Chocolate, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$74.85	$44.91
120299	Christmas Décor Bundle #3 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Old Olive, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$74.85	$44.91
120300	For All You Do Bundle For All You Do stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$36.90	$25.83
120315	For All You Do Bundle (French) Merci pour tout stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$36.90	$25.83
120316	For All You Do Bundle (Spanish) Por todo lo que haces stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$36.90	$25.83
120301	Striped Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pumpkin Pie 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon So Saffron 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Real Red 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$47.73	$33.41
120302	Bling Bundle Sticky Pages Sticky Cuts Sweet Fine Supernova Stampin' Glitter Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter	$43.80	$30.66
120303	Fresh-Cut Bundle Fresh Cuts stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$37.85	$26.50
120317	Fresh-Cut Bundle (French) Fraicheur exuise stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$37.85	$26.50
120304	Pendant Note Bundle Pendant Park stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$39.85	$27.90
120318	Pendant Note Bundle (French) Adorable parc stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$39.85	$27.90
120319	Pendant Note Bundle (Spanish) Un dia en el parque stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$39.85	$27.90
120305	Sporting Bundle #1 Large Night of Navy Sporting Décor Elements Night of Navy Just Sports Décor Elements	$67.90	$47.54
120306	Sporting Bundle #2 Large Chocolate Sporting Décor Elements Chocolate Just Sports Décor Elements	$67.90	$47.54
120307	Sporting Bundle #3 Large Black Sporting Décor Elements Black Just Sports Décor Elements	$67.90	$47.54
114864	Ginormous Flowers I Décor Elements	$39.95	$27.97
114863	Ginormous Flowers II Décor Elements	$39.95	$27.97
112534	5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$7.95	$5.57
112533	5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$6.95	$4.87
112081	Scallop Square punch	$15.95	$11.17
113693	Full Heart punch	$15.95	$11.17
113694	Heart to Heart punch	$15.95	$11.17
112091	Scallop Edge punch	$15.95	$11.17
112571	Circle Designer brads	$5.95	$4.17
112579	Flower Designer brads	$5.95	$4.17
112572	Star Designer brads	$5.95	$4.17
114785	Small Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$39.95	$27.97
114786	Medium Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$69.95	$48.97
114791	Small Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$39.95	$27.97
114792	Medium Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$64.95	$45.47

  *This bundle is only available while supplies last.

Glitter Ornament & More

This week I showed everyone at club how to make these glitter ornaments.  They are so easy to make but yet so beautiful.  You place about 30 drops of your classic re-inker into the bulb.  Swirl the ink around make sure you coat the entire inside of the bulb.  I then turn the bulb over for a few minutes and let the excess ink drain into something.  After that you just add quite a bit of glitter, don't worry about adding too much.  You can shake the excess glitter back into your container.  I like the results when I use the fine cosmo glitter.  If you use dazzling diamonds glitter then don't put the glitter back into your container.  Your glitter will come out colored and you don't want to mess up your container of dazzling diamonds glitter.  To finish things off I put one of the Icicle rub-ons on the front of the ornament.  What do you think?
 

   
After having so much fun making the above ornament I decided to take a package of ornaments that I had purchased and I just added some of the icicle rub-ons to each ornaments.  This was so easy and I just love the extra touch that it gives each ornament.

You can order the icicle rub-ons on my website at my on-line store.  Just click on the shop now button in the upper right corner.  The item number is 116804. 

Make sure you check out my website on Monday when Stampin' Up! will announce an incredible special.  You never know what will be included in the special.  There may be items that you have been wanting for some time.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur 

Glass Etched Plate - Gift Giving Class Project

Stampin' Up! currently has a great special going on where you can get any $16.95 Home Decor Element for free when you purchase $50 from the Holiday Gift-Giving Guide.  Of course, I had to buy some items like the Big Shot alphabet that I've been wanting anyways, so I chose the Flurry Home Decor Element for my freebie.  Look what I did with one of the snowflakes, sorry it was really hard to get a good picture of the plate.  I put the Home Decor on a cheap glass plate that I purchased.  Then I used  etching cream over the bottom of the plate.  You let the cream sit on the plate for about 10 minutes.  Then wash off the cream and finally you peel of the Home Decor to get a really cute plate that makes a nice gift for neighbors, friends and family members.  This will be one of the items that you can make at my gift giving class on December 5th between 9:00 am to noon or December 15th at 6:30 pm.  You pick the projects that you want to make so make sure you check my blog over the next couple of days to see what projects you can make.  I'm only charging $3.00 to make this plate but I'm limited to the number of Home Decor items that I have so the spots will be filled on a first come first served basis.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a great day!!!

Audra Moncur