Rene's Stampin' Place

Overdue Posts and Winner!

2010-06-07T22:35:00.004-04:00

This is sooooo wayyyyy overdue! Sooooo much has been going on in my life! Today I finished a basket for Team Boucher that will be raffled off at Relay for Life this coming weekend in East Herkimer. I've been trying to load a picture of it but cannot find it on my laptop here from my phone. The battery died on my regular camera which is how I'm used to posting the pics from but boy am I challenged. lol

I had sent an e-mail out to customers on my mailing list in time for the weekend and said that I was giving away stamps by entering those who placed orders through my Website. Well, we have a winner!

JoAnne Stephens! When you get a chance, stop by or give me a call!

Rachael has finished another dance competition year. She did an awesome job along with everyone else from the dance studio. She danced in Albany, Niagara Falls and in Rochester since early spring. We've had sooooo much fun! In just a few short weeks, she will be starting up with her summer classes.

Have you had a chance to look at the retiring stamp set list or the accessory list? Are they on the list? You might want to check! Time is short and you just might miss out. Also, be sure to check out the Clearance Rack that is online through my Stampin' Up! website. It just takes a few short moments to register online if you haven't already done so in order to place an order.

No clubs will be held this month but will be taking place next month! Contact me with interest!
Happy Stampin'!

Rene'

Renessance Stamp Camp-March 13

2010-02-18T19:43:00.002-05:00

Now isn't this Designer Series Paper beautiful?! It's called Cottage Wall and it can be found in our big catalog. It's perfect for cardmaking or scrapbooking. This is available to purchase from the catalog at $9.95 OR attend this stamp camp on March 13 at 10:00 a.m. for $15! You'll be making cards and a tote to hold them! I need to know no later than March 1 if you plan to attend and also need your payment of $15 no later than that date so I can be sure to have the supplies in time. There will be no exceptions!

Place: Municipal Building, 49 Morgan Street, Ilion, NY 13357

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Cost: $15.00 per person

RSVP: No later than March 1 with payment

Please bring your own adhesive and scissors.

Contact me if you have any questions.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rene'

Roommate/Friend from Leadership 2010!

2010-02-16T13:45:00.004-05:00

This is a creation done by Dacia Smith. I love this card. I think you'll agree?! Dacia has such great creativity in her. I found this on the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator site that we have now called, Stampin' Connection. It is soooo cool and user friendly. Just one of the MANY perks that comes from being a demonstrator. Beautiful card Dacia, just like you. :) Luv you!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Time for some new posts..

2010-02-12T20:59:00.002-05:00

...don't ya think?! I know it has been some time. Time has gotten away from me yet again. I've been doing a lot of stamping and planning along with getting ready for more workshops, stamp camps AND a Regional event to take place at the OnCenter in Syracuse! I am so excited about this because my Stampin' UP! family is attending with me along with guests! I cannot wait to see the excitement on their faces because for some, this will be their first big Stampin' Up! event to attend.

You can certainly tell by both of these cards that I have new toys! I have new punches, a new die for my Big Shot AND new stamps!!! Have YOU checked out the Occasions mini and the Sale-a-bration mini? If not, what are you waiting for?! Don't miss the opportunity of benefiting from the extra deals that are going on ONLY until the end of March as a customer, as a hostess or as a DEMONSTRATOR!!!

If you have any questions on what you see, contact me! There's still time to book your Sale-a-bration workshop so you can benefit! There are still some good dates left!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Vintage Vogue...

2010-01-25T08:24:00.006-05:00

I am sooo loving this new set! You can find it in the Occasions Mini catalog on page 26. I find that my style changes along with my color choices. Right now, I'm liking Mellow Moss again along with the plum colors. For me, that means vintage along with layers and adding sponged color and embellishments. What does it mean to you?

To make the lace that is seen at the top of this card, I took a one-inch wide piece of cardstock and used one of our edge punches. The border on this card was done using a punch you can get for FREE, yes FREE, from the Sale-a-bration mini when you spend just $50 in merchandise! You can actually choose anything from the Sale-a-bration mini catalog for every $50 in merchandise you spend. There is a whole lot to choose from! Okay, back to the lace. hehehe After you punch the entire border, run it through a crimper and then put a line of Sticky Strip adhesive on the back. From there, just apply the "lacy border" to your card and remember to place gathers. You will need to use longer pieces to accommodate those gathers. Take special care in placement because I had a tendency to place my lace going "uphill." lol On this card, I ran out of "lace" so, therefore, I placed one of our corduroy buttons. Hey! It works!

At Club meetings lately, we've done the base cards together and then everyone has been doing their own twist on what vintage is to them. Each card is a unique creation! It has been sooo much fun! Why not give it a try!

Book a workshop and ask that we use this set! You'll be amazed at the possibilities...

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Monday!

Make it a creative day!

Rene'

How about a VINTAGE Look!

2010-01-17T09:04:00.004-05:00

While in Phoenix, Shelli Gardner showed a lot of her own style. Vintage! Boy, did that rub off on me. I'm absolutely loving it. I might have gone a little overboard on the sponging part but you don't have to. It's a personal preference. It's all about layering, distressing and embellishing with whatever you have. You can add old and new and just blending the two to make it look old (vintage). I tore the edges of the cardstock and then wet them. From there, I distressed them with my Cutter Kit that is found in the big catalog. I sponged a whole lot! Even my ribbon! I hope you like this card. I sure do. I have to enjoy the picture because I actually gave the card away. lol That's one secret to card-making which I did NOT follow. Make an extra one for yourself! :)

This stamp set is Vintage Vogue and is found in the new Occasions mini! I love it! Check it out. It is offered in our wood mount and NOW in our new clear mount stamps! Don't know anything about them? Ooooohhhhhhhh! Contact me! I will surely fill you in! I'm loving them! State of the art!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Wow what a blast!

2010-01-16T18:43:00.004-05:00

This is one evening in Phoenix for Leadership last week. We took a pedicab driven by Zora, on the far left. What a nice gal she was. Just loved her! She gave us a nice ride, a mini tour of the area where we stayed. The three of us, Frances, Dacia and me on the back covered with a blanket that Zora provided because it got chilly at night. She brought us by a well-known pizza place that has been on Martha Stewart and on Oprah but I cannot remember the name of it. She said that people wait three to four hours outside to get in! It was such a beautiful place in a very quiet area. The owner grows the fresh herbs out in front behind a picket fence and cuts them when he needs them! We had sooo much fun!

I cannot wait until next year!

Here is a mounted policeman near a really nice area where we ate a couple of times. The area had Mexican food and Greek food that we ate. It also had a movie theater and lots of stores. I suggested that the policeman and his horse come to Ilion because Phoenix didn't think they were needed in that location. lol

This Wednesday...

2010-01-11T17:56:00.002-05:00

...area demonstrators can start to register for an awesome event in Syracuse! Stampin' Up! is going to be holding a Regional event at the OnCenter. Never before has such an event been held this close or in New York State. Do you know what goes on at such an event?! First of all, a whole lot of fun with a whole lot of women!

There will be techniques shown, demonstrations, hundreds of samples so you can take pictures of, a whole lot of swapping card swapping AND give-aways! There will be stamping time also!

If you've ever considered becoming a demonstrator, NOW is the time to do it! The starter kit is at a great discount and the My Digital Studio software is included in it for free! Also, you even get to choose a free stamp set from the catalog! Sign up now so that you can register to attend this awesome event!

Contact me for more details!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Are YOU Ready For Sell-A-Bration?!!!

2010-01-02T08:55:00.002-05:00

You are going to just LOVE what you see, trust me!!! There is new product, ideas, free stamp sets, and more!!! It all starts on January 5!!!

Book YOUR workshop now. Sell-A-Bration only lasts from January 5 until the end of March this year so choose your date NOW!!! Customers AND Hostesses benefit. For every $50 in merchandise a customer orders, they get to choose a free item from the Sell-A-Bration catalog. For every $300 in merchandise, the hostess gets to choose a free item from the Sell-A-Bration catalog. Did I mention that the Occasions Mini is also available at this time and oh yes!!! You're going to love it!!! I already have product from both catalogs and I'll be using it at YOUR workshop!

Oh!!!! If you're into the Decor Elements, like I am, we have a whole new selection to add! It contains elements that you can write on with chalk!!!! You really DO need to check these out!

Contact me now to get the date YOU want. The links will be available a little later for you to see the actual catalogs if you have not received them in the mail. If you'd like your own copy of any of these, contact me and I can mail them to you or stop by to pick your copies up!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Thank you...

2009-12-20T08:40:00.002-05:00

for all the well wishes. My surgery went well. I have a pain catheter inserted that works wonderfully! I'll be stamping my Christmas cards finally today, probably not sending out as many this year. I'll post in the next day or two my latest cards and things that I've worked on.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

12 Days of Christmas Special!!!!

2009-12-13T10:17:00.003-05:00

Running short of time and gas and don't want to fight the crowds? Do some online shopping for stampin' and scrappin' friends now OR for yourself! Take advantage of the 12 Days of Christmas holiday sale going on now. Click on the picture above which will take you to my Stampin' Up! site and click on Shop Now! You'll see all the terrific things you can purchase on sale. Don't miss out on some great opportunities.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

A Site Worth While Checking Out!

2009-12-07T11:38:00.001-05:00

Visit http://operationwritehome.org

Make Handmade greeting cards for deployed service members to write home on.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Christmas 2009 ~ Pic of Kids

2009-12-07T11:30:00.002-05:00

Just thought I'd share the latest pic of Pace, Trig and Scout. :) Haven't they grown? Pace still looks sooooo much like his daddy. Trig looks soooo much like his mommy and Scout? Well, I've heard a few say she looks like me! lol Pace will be three soon, Scout four and Trig will be two in August. Boy, how time flies. Of course, I'M not getting any older. lol It's going to be such a fun Christmas this year.

Thanks for stopping by and letting me share,

Rene'

Online Ordering Winners!

2009-12-06T14:52:00.004-05:00

Congrats to Polly G. and Laurie A.! You ladies are the winners! For those of you who missed the announcement last week that I posted, check in previous posts. Check my blog often because ya just never know what might happen. ;) Although I'm not always good about posting often, you just never know what I might have up my sleeve. hehehe...

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Black Friday...

2009-11-27T15:16:00.004-05:00

...hanging out in Wells. It has been raining pretty hard all day here today but yesterday...

...was a great day to walk the beach. It was probably at least 50 degrees! Duffy and Jericho saw the ocean for the very first time. They have been such great travelers. We took frequent breaks for them on the way because the longest trip they've ever done was about 30-45 minutes. We are staying at The Sea Mist Resort Motel on Route 1 where we've stayed many times in the past and now they have a couple of pet-friendly rooms. It is located between Ogunquit and Kennebunkport. Check it out if you're looking for a place to stay in southern Maine.

Rachael and I along with Joanna and Brad went shopping for midnight last night in Kittery to the outlets. We had a lot of fun, caught some deals, and Rachael and I got back after 3:30 this morning. Whew! That's a lot of shopping time.

For tomorrow, we plan to go to Kennebunkport Beach and show Joanna and Brad some of the sites in that area and will eat at Billy's Chowder House.

Joanna and I yesterday on the beach in Wells. :)

Thanks for stopping by! Don't forget to check out the great deals on the Stampin' Up! website going on NOW! Order through me this week and you'll be in a drawing for free stamps!

Rene'

Getting away...

2009-11-23T12:21:00.003-05:00

...oh yeah! If you click on the large print in the post below and take advantage of the awesome Online Holiday Extravaganza this week while I am away, your name will be placed in a drawing for stamp sets that I will be giving away!

For the remainder of November and the month of December, I am not doing any workshops BUT, I am taking bookings for January and February for when Sell-A-Bration is going on. Please keep in mind that in addition to our big catalog, there are two great mini catalogs that will be available and I WILL tell you at this time that there is new and VERY exciting product featured in the minis! You will not want to miss out on being a hostess and therefore miss out on FREE, yes FREE, product! In addition, for anyone booking this week a workshop for the month of January or February with me, I will give you a reusable shopping bag that was only available to purchase at Convention for demonstrators in Salt Lake City this year! A few dates are taken already so contact me as soon as you can!

Happy Thanksgiving to you all. I'm thankful for each and every one of you, for your friendship as well as your business.

Blessings to you and thank you for stopping by,

Rene'

Online Holiday Extravaganza...

2009-11-22T13:59:00.004-05:00

...starting November 23 through November 30! Check out my Stampin' Up! Website and Shop Now link. Watch for amazing discounts! Further details will be released on the link so be sure to check it out.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Club night this past week...

2009-11-14T14:24:00.003-05:00

...made these!!!

They are mini photo albums using 5 x7 pieces of cardstock for the covers. We used Rich Razzleberry for our covers and Soft Suede for the binding. The center, using the Top Note die with the Big Shot is in Bermuda Bay. The stamp sets used are Serene Snowflakes and Delightful Decorations. Both sets can be found in the Holiday Mini catalog.

Two punches were also used. The Ornament punch was used after stamping the image for the ornament and this is found in the mini also. The other punch is the Jumbo Snowflake punch which is found in the big catalog. You can click on the colored links throughout this post or on the catalogs in the left column. For ease of shopping, you can go to my Stampin' Up! website and shop 24/7! It's that easy.

Don'f forget the holidays are coming upon us quickly. Don't forget your teachers, friends and relatives who stamp, scrapbook or who are hard to shop for. You can purchase gift certificates from me OR ask me for a wish list! They can fill it out. I will even gift wrap for you! Shop early!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

If you didn't attend the...

2009-11-01T13:31:00.004-05:00

...Christmas card stamp camp, here are some of the cards you missed making. :(

Each card was different and our translucent envelopes were provided that are mailable! I would say a good time was had by all. My favorite cards were the top card using Tree Trimmings and the bottom center card which was using the Big Shot! This card also uses the new ornament punch from the Holiday mini.

Are you working on your holiday cards yet? Are you short of ideas or have a wish list? Earn your stamps for free! Hurry and book your workshop now! There is an extra special going on now for hostesses and I'll even add an extra special something in. :) Contact me now!

Also for those of you who do not already know, husbands contact me before the holidays and order! I will gift wrap for them also!

This is going to be a busy week for me! I have a workshop for Jean, Club and the tabletop scrapbook stamp camp on Saturday! Perhaps I'll see YOU at one of these events! If not, lets make a date! Let's get those holiday cards started. :)

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Ooooh So Sweeeet!!

2009-10-19T20:54:00.002-04:00

Deal of the Week #3!

You really need to check out my Stampin' Up! site to see the latest! Rather than me do the usual copy and paste thing, just click on the line above. :) It will bring you directly to where you need to be! It tells you the great specials going on right now.

I hope you signed up for the stamp camp you wanted. If not, keep an eye on upcoming events. You won't want to miss them. Sorry for the lack of pictures and posts. It has been a very busy time here for us. Rachael is now dancing three nights a week and some Saturdays, soon to be four nights a week.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Tabletop Scrapbook Stamp Camp!

2009-10-13T21:14:00.006-04:00

On November 7, at 10:00 a.m., how would you like to make this?! This is a wonderful adornment to have on your table or desk. How about to give as a Christmas present?! A big thank you goes to Barbara Pisciotto as she belongs to a website that I'm a part of for demonstrators only. Barb posted the dimensions for this so it could be duplicated and I want to give credit to her. Thank you Barb. :)

The wood will be stained and there will be a pretty bow on one side. :)

There are more pages than what you see but I'm not showing you all of them. There has to be some surprise. ;)

The cost for this stamp camp is $18.00 but you need to let me know you are coming and I need your payment before October 21! This is so that I have the materials all ready for you. The event is going to be held at the Municipal Building in Ilion. Contact me either by e-mail or phone if you plan to attend.

Don't forget to check out my Stampin' Up! site too. There are still clearance items listed, Deals of the Week AND a stamp camp that is coming up here at my house making Christmas cards!!! Two dates are offered for this one, Friday, October 23, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. The cards for both dates will be the same. I'm offering two days to hopefully make it convenient for more customers to attend. We will be making TEN cards for $15 with clear mailable envelopes included!!! The RSVP date for these two dates is next Monday, 10/19! Again, you can either e-mail me or call me!!!

Thanks for stopping by. I hope to see you all at my upcoming events!

Rene'

Deal of the Week is Back! #2

2009-10-12T21:45:00.003-04:00

Perfect Setting Bigz XL die $25.99

Flower Burst Embosslits die $5.99

Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die $25.49

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Clearance Rack!!!

2009-10-09T19:38:00.002-04:00

More deals? Oh yeah! Just click on the sign above this line and it will take you to my site. Just remember, order while supplies last!!!

Deal of the Week is Back! #1

2009-10-07T21:54:00.001-04:00

Week 1 Deals of the Week - October 1-October 12!
Special Price $10.99
Trio Flower punch
5-Petal Flower punch

My Way punch $11.99

Contact me to order!

I've gone digital!

2009-10-01T22:13:00.002-04:00

Oh my goodness! I have the new My Digital Studio from the mini catalog and having so much fun with it. If you're signed up for the World-Card Making Day Stamp Camp on Saturday, either time, you're in for a treat because it will be set up!

If you're not signed up and still want to, let me know by 7:00 Friday evening either by calling or e-mailing! You won't want to miss it!!! hehehe

No my friends...

2009-09-28T10:02:00.003-04:00

...I haven't disappeared or given up blogging. I've been quite busy. Although you cannot tell by looking at my Events Calendar or by my postings, I've been stamping away and life has been keeping me very busy. Yesterday I did a fun event for a friend, Laura. I showed some basics of stamping and we did a couple of cards. We even used the Big Shot! This is a group of women who plan to meet monthly now through their church and will be making cards to send to our troops. Now how awesome is that!!!!

What stamp set did I introduce to the first time stampers in this group, did you ask? Well, that would be, Lovely As A Tree!!!! I also showed them how to color with the pastels. I demonstrated how to emboss. Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! That brings to mind how a couple of posts back. Ummmm......... okay probably quite a few posts back that I mentioned I'm going to demo on my blog how to emboss. Okay. It will be up and hopefully running REAL soon. Just keep in mind, I am technically challenged.

This is a sneak peek at one card...

2009-09-22T12:13:00.003-04:00

... we will be doing tonight at Stacey's workshop. :) Many of you know that fall is my favorite time of year. Can you tell? hehehe... I cannot wait for the workshop! I'm bringing lots of new samples and ideas with me that I brought back from Convention and have made recently that I share with everyone at workshops, stamp camps, and clubs.

The picture does not do the card justice because the leaf with the leaves on it actually has the new shimmer paint on it from mini and ooooooooooooohhhhhhh is it pretty!!!!! The stamped image, Give Thanks, is from a Level 1 hostess set that is easily attainable when you hold a workshop that reaches $150 in merchandise sales! Contact me if you're interested in more details. I will hold your workshop at my home for you if it is more convenient for you!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

World Card-Making Event

2009-09-20T13:17:00.004-04:00

JOIN WORLD CARD MAKING DAY

Find joy in the giving and receiving of handmade cards

Ilion, New York--It happens every day. You walk to the mailbox, pull out the mail and shuffle through a stack of ever-present bills and junk mail. But every once in a while, hiding among the dull and dreary envelopes, you find something that makes your heart beat a little faster and brings a smile to your face-- someone has taken the time to send you a card. What a wonderful feeling!

In celebration of World Card Making Day on October 3, Stampin' Up! demonstrators world-wide will hold stamping events all month long to create hand crafted cards and kick off the holday card-making season. World Card Making Day is a celebration in the creativity of handmade cards and the personal connection that they create when given to others. It occurs the first Saturday in October each year, and card-making enthusiasts of all skill levels and styles are encouraged to come together and share their creative passion for the art of card making.

Now in its fourth year, WCMD, founded by Paper Crafts magazine, is an effort to "unite and celebrate the connection and creativity that is the heart of card making," according to the WCMD Web site. "Creating a handcrafted card brings a special kind of joy. There's joy in the process of creating, as well as in giving and receiving handmade cards."

Never made a card? As a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I would be happy to get your started in this immensely fulfilling hobby. Please join me on Saturday, October 3, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. at my house to make five cards for $10.00. Bring your own adhesive! RSVP is necessary no later than Monday, September 28,2009 and please state which time slot you plan to attend. Refreshments will be served. Call or e-mail me!

Join with thousands of others this year to give someone a joyful surprise when they go to the mailbox!

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Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Fall Wreath

2009-09-19T08:04:00.003-04:00

At Club this week, we did some wreaths. This is the one I did. It is similar to the one found on page 92 of 2009-2010 idea book and catalog. It was so much fun. Some members did the fall wreath and some did a Christmas wreath which was done a different way. I'll be finishing my Christmas wreath this morning and posting it a little later on. Also, stay tuned because I have some stamp camps to be happenin' soon!

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

Look what we did at Ellen's today!

2009-08-31T19:40:00.003-04:00

Ellen has been wanting, for some time, to do some framed art. Because we are coming upon (shhhhhh.......) fall, and I have beautiful Stampin' Up! designer series paper, cardstock, inks AND a nice die to use with my Big Shot, this is what I did! Everyone did their own version. My only regret is not bringing my camera to take pictures of everyone's creations to post on my blog for everyone to see. :( They all came out soooo nice and unique! We had such a nice afternoon. Thank you Ellen for inviting me and ladies, it was such a pleasure! :)

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

I Love What I Do..

2009-08-29T21:34:00.003-04:00

...and that's being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! I love to show people the art of stamping through creating cards, scrapbook pages and even home decorating. I've been a demonstrator for seven years with a terrific company who loves their customers and demonstrators alike.

My business has taken me on some wonderful journeys, brought out creativity in me that I didn't know I had and has introduced me to so many wonderful friends. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, contact me. I'll provide the materials and fun for your workshop and all you have to do is provide a snack and invite your friends. If you're looking to make some extra money and have fun while doing so, call me! Right now, to start your business it will cost you $85 for only two more days!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

More Convention Scrapbook Layout Swaps...

2009-08-28T20:55:00.003-04:00

This is Andrea's layout. Didn't she do a great job! This was her first scrapbook swap. She is due back from Cape Cod and I've missed her soooooo much!!!!

Layout done by Cindy Moffitt. :) Very nice!!!! This is using the Razzleberry Lemonade paper. Yum!!!

How would you like...

2009-08-27T21:41:00.002-04:00

... to have daily access to resources displaying beautiful samples of stamped cards, scrapbook pages, decor, etc? This is just one pic that was available yesterday on what is called, Stamper's Showcase. Shirley Griffis was the creator of this card. It is on part of Stampin' Up!s website that only demonstrators have access to. You know what another neat thing is?! Sometimes we get to see our own creations on Stamper's Showcase. I have! When I go to events like Leadership or Convention, I submit swaps into the basket that they provide and you just wait to see if they put them on. I brought swaps for other demonstrators in this area and we are waiting. :)

Monday, August 31, is the last day to take advantage of the mini starter kit at $85. If you've been on the fence about being a demonstrator, now is the time. For the price and what you get, it doesn't get any better than this! I will be available over the weekend to talk or meet with anyone to answer questions. There is no penalty should you decide not to continue as a demonstrator at any point. The product is yours to keep. I'll give you fair warning though. It is addicting and lots of fun will be had by all and you'll wish you did it a lot sooner! Don't delay. Sign up before Monday and I have a special something for the first three people that do!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Convention 12x12 Scrapbook Swaps

2009-08-23T19:52:00.006-04:00

Here are just three layouts I received at Convention in a scrapbook swap that I participated in. Honestly, you cannot really appreciate the beauty of them unless you see them in person. This one here is embossed. Hmmmm...... stay tuned because I think real soon I think I'm going to publish my very first video for you, right here on my blog! Yup! I'm going to demonstrate how to emboss for those of you who don't already know how. :)

This layout done by Penny Silva.

Again, this is a beautiful layout. It involved a lot of cutting out but it is so good!!! The detailing is great!!! Layout done by Sue Heron.

Mmmm..... Fall!!! Really, just around the corner. Look at the beauty, elegance and simplicity of this layout. The colors work beautifully together.

Layout done by Deborah Doolin.

Want to see more? Want to get a better look? Attend one of my events. Better yet, book a workshop! Hostesses really benefit. It's a great opportunity to have fun, make cards, eat and benefit!! Contact me and book your workshop now!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Friends :)

2009-08-21T21:10:00.003-04:00

On the Stampin' Up! demonstrator site, it was announced that there was a newspaper article published about Convention in Salt Lake City. Several pictures were taken and one included this one of a friend, Deb. :) She is holding her Stampin' Up! Build-A-Bear that we were able to purchase while at Convention. Looks like she loves her bear as much as I love mine. lol I named mine, Stella. :) How many of you remember Stella Stamper?

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Trig is 1!

2009-08-16T19:08:00.006-04:00

Hard to believe but it has been a year already and now Trig is 1! Where did the time go? He was so sweet and cute today at his party. Scout and Pace played with water balloons and colored t-shirts. lol Oh yeah and ate chips. :)

Pace is still looking very much like his daddy. :O)

Although Scout looks quite serious here, she was talking up a storm and contemplating what piece of cake and flavor of ice cream she was getting. lol She has the dye all over her arms and hands? lol I'd say a good time was had by all. :)

Thanks for stopping by and letting me share,

Rene'

What are YOU waiting for?

2009-08-12T21:35:00.006-04:00

Did you know that for $85.00, you can start your own business? For a limited time, you can join Stampin' Up! Become part of this ever-growing art of stamping and scrapbooking. Resources and support are endless. I can even provide long distance support! Make your own schedule, pay that extra bill and love what you do. You have nothing to lose, everything to gain.

Come to Opportunity Night on Thursday, August 27, at 6:00 p.m. at my house to hear more about it or go to my Stampin' Up! website and use wishlist for the password to sign up. There are no penalties or hidden fees. Stampin' Up! is a wonderful company who takes good care of their customers and demonstrators alike. This special is only good until August 31!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Moments of Salt Lake City-2009

2009-08-10T12:11:00.006-04:00

What an awesome time Andrea and I had at Convention. We've already started talking about next year! We've met new friends, learned many new things, taken lots of pics and come home with fresh ideas. Here is just a sampling of over 400 pics that I've taken in the few days I was in Salt Lake City. It was sad to see it end but I'm excited to hold workshops, stamp camps and build my Stampin' Up! family.

Wouldn't you like to be a part of it? It's easy and very affordable at this time for a very limited time. Do it now for $85. Contact me now.

A simple and sweet scrapbook page on display at Convention.

One of the displays in the Gathering Place showcasing some of her product line.

Our new charms, using the stamp set, Charming, and this was even signed on the back by Shelli. Andrea was a lucky winner of one of these!!!! Yay Andrea!!! Each one very unique!

No, this is not a lineup. lol These are three awesome friends from the south. They hung out in our room one evening and rather than get the background of a few thousand other women or buildings, etc, I asked them to get in front of a wall in our room. lol They are Sandy, Gwen and Lynn, in that order. Gwen and Lynn are twins. I met the two of them last year at Convention and hung with them quite a bit then and this time. They are sooooo much fun. Andrea and I met Sandy for the first time this year. We all cannot wait to see each other again.

There were soooo many more that we met. I'll post more pics of samples, friends and SLC. Also, I have marked dates on my calendar for stamp camps. Today I'll be in the process of posting to my Website Events Calendar to keep an eye on that. ;)

Thanks for stopping by.

Oh and by the way!!! There was a contest a couple of weeks ago to win a stamp set. Mary Jo won it! Congrats Mary Jo!!!

Rene'

Coming to you from Salt Lake City!

2009-08-05T23:54:00.005-04:00

What a great day today. We got up very early and headed over to the Convention Center (across the street to get our Convention bags and hit Momento Mall. Boy was it a long line and wait! While in line, we did a lot of swapping and boy did we go on a shopping spree once we got in there. We headed out to Riverton with new friends to tour the Distribution Center which is where these pics were taken. Imagine working here!!!

This is the entrance room, an absolutely beautiful atrium with a central waterfall with a cathedral ceiling.

This is a small portion of the "Idea Room" where creativity starts. The view is spectacular from the other side of the room with the mountains as a backdrop. Off this room is a room with three walls complete with whiteboards. Gorgeous facility and the staff were all so friendly and quick to answer any questions. Check back for more updates. Tomorrow is our first day of General Session and classes plus big announcements and MORE fun. Oh!!! I hooked up with more friends this evening, this group from Maryland and North Carolina. It just doesn't get any better than this. Thank you Stampin' Up! for this incredible journey!

Rene'

Salt Lake City....

2009-08-02T11:22:00.002-04:00

...here we come!!!
Isn't it gorgeous?!! Andrea and I are sooooo excited to be leaving in just less than two days. I still have lots of stampin' to do but plan to employ Rachael and Emily today with a few things. My stampin' family have been quite creative in making swaps to send with us to bring so they are already anxiously awaiting our return. lol

Andrea and I will be attending some fun classes, stamping, meeting new friends, swapping with other demonstrators, eating (oh yes, our favorite restaurant, the Olive Garden, is within walking distance), laughing, and taking a self-guided tour in Riverton where all of your/our stamp sets and supplies are sent from. Our lunches are included/provided each day of classes.

I will be taking my laptop but not sure how much time I'll have for posting for answering e-mails. lol Andrea and I are participating in several organized swaps including a 12x12 scrapbook two-page layout.

Any thoughts of attending Convention next year? NOW is the best time to join at $85!!! Lots of support, resources, fun, meet new friends, make extra money, and make your own schedule. Just $300 a quarter in sales with no minimum in workshops, stamp camps, etc. Do it your own way. It's that easy. For more details, contact me. Join the fun. For this price, you cannot do it through the online sign-up. You need to go through me. This special is only good until the end of this month!!!

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

If you see this...

2009-07-28T22:18:00.002-04:00

... young lady on July 29, wish her HaPpY BiRtHdAy!!!!! Yup!!! My baby girl turns 15!!! Where does the time go? Happy birthday Rachael. I love you sooooooooo much. :) Mom

Deal of the Week #5!!!

2009-07-27T12:13:00.003-04:00

Deal of the Week: Heart to Heart Punch
You're going to LOVE our Heart to Heart punch, especially July 27-31 when it's just $10.99—that's more than 30% off the regular price of $15.95!

I'll tell you what! Place an order no later than this Friday through me and not my website and this will save you on shipping and handling. You just might need to pick your order up!

Don't forget the special on starting your own business, too! For a limited a time, it's just $85! Sign up this week and I'll even let you pick out a stamp set of your own choice from the current catalog!! This is all before I go away to Convention! Imagine the ideas and exciting samples I'll be coming back with to share with my Stampin' Up! family and customers! Contact me now to get your business going. You'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene' :)

Time for a bird pic...

2009-07-25T14:37:00.002-04:00

... don't you think? For those of you who are frequent followers of my blog and who know me, you are aware that I love birds and post pics and know lots of birds by sound and sight. lol Especially my Club members, right? For those of you who are new, that's just a little trivia. Well, I'd say it's time for some blog candy. Tell you what, I still have a stamp set or two left from Sell-A-Bration. Leave a comment at the end of this post and everyone who leaves a post before Friday, July 31, will be put into a drawing for one of these sets! The winner will be posted on Friday evening!

Thanks for stopping by!

Rene'

HELP NEEDED...

2009-07-23T20:10:00.004-04:00

...to spread the art of stamping and scrapping the fun way. Start now for just $85.00!

Take advantage of this great promotion while you still can and I'll even make it sweeter. Receive a set of the new In Color markers from me for joining my team, Renessance Stampers! Contact me for more details.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Deal of the Week #4!!!

2009-07-20T19:46:00.004-04:00

Every week during the month of July, Stampin' Up! will offer one discounted product as a "Deal of the Week." No limits and no minimum purchase required.

This week's deal is................

Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware!

Our Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware adds class to any project. Get them for just $18.99 (over 30% off the regular price of $29.95)—only July 20-26!

If you attended the 3x3 Box-Making Stamp Camp, you already have a sampling!

If you'd like to order this, click here or contact me!

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

Convention 12x12 Scrapbook Layout Swap

2009-07-20T09:08:00.003-04:00

This is what I worked on over the weekend when we got together. We had sooo much fun stampin' and chattin'. :) I think a good time was had by all! I just have a little bit of cutting left for this and assembling and then this swap is done! Two more swaps to do and then I'm good to go! Salt Lake City here we come!!!!

Swap-Making Day!

2009-07-18T10:36:00.005-04:00

If you're in my Stampin' Up! family, today is the day that we are getting together to make swaps for Convention! Yay!!!! Interested in participating in the next Stampin' Up! event? Join now! Cost is $85!!!! That's really unheard of! Contact me for an extra special gift from me you just cannot refuse! ;)

I am participating in a two-page 12x12 scrapbook layout swap. This is the start of one page. I love how it's coming together already. :) I'll post more pics tomorrow.

This is what we did at Club this week! Nice card, huh? The template is from Sandy McIver, another demonstrator. She shares wonderful things with lots of us! Thank you Sandy. :) The item on the right is actually a picture holder. Mine will be going on my desk at work for quick notes. We used my favorite stamp set going right now! Greenhouse Garden. Actually, both were made using this set. :)

These are the types of things we do for Clubs. Interested in joining a Club? How about the first Thursday of each month here at 6:30?! Let me know. Just need a couple more!

Thanks for stoppin' by. You know what I'll be doing today. Yay!!

Rene' ;)

Today Marks the Beginning..

2009-07-15T05:04:00.003-04:00

...of the Mini Starter Kit Special!

For $85, you can start your own business. It's that easy! If you're interested in more details, contact me or stop by on Saturday. We'll be making swaps for Convention and we can tell you how much fun it is being demonstrators and fill you in on all of the advantages.

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

Deal of the Week #3!!!

2009-07-13T12:49:00.003-04:00

July 13 through July 20th!!!

Item #109112 - Square Fire Rhinestone brads - Regular Price - $10-95 NOW $6.99

Don't miss out on this deal! A great embellishment for any card or scrapbook page.

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

Random pics and Open House...

2009-07-12T08:42:00.006-04:00

Bear with me here because I have lots to write on today. lol :)

Yesterday at Open House, I held a special drawing. hehehe. I had a drawing for a new In Color stamp pad, Rich Razzleberry, for anyone who is a frequent blog visitor that could mention anything, in particular about my blog. The name drawn was Joanna! She even gets the pretty polka-dot ribbon to match! See! It pays to visit my blog once in a while. :) She mentioned links that I have on the left side, how I post pics of my grandchildren and of samples of cards. Yay Joanna! :)

Open House attendees had the opportunity to embellish boxes using the Big Shot. Here are a few. It was fun!!! This was my FAVORITE designer series paper from the just-retired catalog. I have my favorites already for the current. Do you?

Here are some cards that I have on display in the Renessance Room. :) Two are from the swap from Ballston Spa and one is a make-and-take we did there. One is a card from my friend, Elisa. :)

Here is our cat, Doc, sittin' pretty on MY chair! If I'm in here (the Renessance Room) for any length of time warming up the chair and I get up, he will take it over. lol

Now forming a club for the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m to start September 3. If interested, please contact me for more details. Need seven members in total!

Thanks for stoppin' by on this gorgeous sunny day in Central New York! Good luck to Boilermaker Runners!

Rene'

OPEN HOUSE!!!! THIS SATURDAY, JULY 11 STARTING AT 1:00 P.M.

2009-07-09T17:46:00.004-04:00

Come one, come all!!! See the new Stampin' Up! catalogs. There will be door prizes, refreshments, latest samples of scrapbooking pages and cards. Incentives for booking workshops, sign up for a club, see the new In Colors!!!
Come and go as you'd like. See the specials that Stampin' Up! has going on right now!!! Stop by and say hi. I'd love to see you!

Rene'

Deal of the Week #2!!!

2009-07-06T12:29:00.003-04:00

Big Shot Doctor's Bag!!!

You'll feel like a big shot carrying around the Big Shot Doctor's bag! July 6-12, get the Big Shot Doctor's Bag for $49.99. That's nearly 30% off the regular price of $69.95!

If you have yet to see one, you can see mine. There is a lot of room, outside zip pockets and inside pockets. Contact me if you'd like to take a peek! :) You can order through me directly or order online through my Stampin' Up! website 24/7.

If you plan to come to Open House, I'll have mine out for all to see. You'll still have time to order!

Thanks for stoppin' by!
Rene'

How Sweet Is This?!

2009-07-05T22:15:00.002-04:00

This is a box made with two envelopes using the Big Shot. Although the designer series paper that I used has retired, it still makes a nice box. All of the paper is double-sided and the embellishments, other than the half pearl from the Pretties Kit, are also made using dies and the Big Shot. Guess what!!

Come to Open House this Saturday where you'll get a box and you'll be able to embellish it using my Big Shot. I'll help you every step of the way. So fun and easy!

This box is similar to one we did as a make-and-take last Sunday! So much fun!

Thanks for stoppin' by,

Rene'

New Catalog/Open House-Details!

2009-07-01T20:39:00.004-04:00

Every week during the month of July, Stampin' Up! will offer one discounted product as a "Deal of the Week." No limits and no minimum purchase required.

****CURRENT DEAL OF THE WEEK****
Item #112091 Scallop Edge Punch $10.99

Order can be placed through me or online 24/7! Sale price will be taken!
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STARTER KIT ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
Become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with the limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit!!! Join Renessance Stampers now!!! Become a team member for $85. This is a limited time offer, valid July 15 through August 31.

If you have any questions, contact me or see more details here and then click Join Now. The password is wishlist. Now is a great time to join with the start of the new catalog and a new Stampin' Up! year! Woohoo!!! Let's celebrate together. :) For $85, you cannot go wrong!

New Catalog Arrival!!

2009-07-01T19:59:00.002-04:00

Yes, the time has come! Are you ready to see the new catalog?! I cannot even tell you how excited I am about this one! My clubs are too! Being Renessance Club members, they've already have their copies. I'm placing a personal order this evening, not wanting to wait any longer and today is the first day! lol Of course as a demonstrator, Stampin' Up! gives up an opportunity to order some product and stamp sets ahead of time but now we have the entire catalog right before us to order from. lol You can too!!!

If you'd like to see a catalog, come to Open House on Saturday, July 11. It starts at 1:00 and ends at 5:00. Come and go as you like! Samples will be on display and there will be class and club sign ups for all who are interested. Door prizes will be given. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Book a workshop while you're here and walk away with a new catalog!!

I'll be leaving for Convention in about five weeks! Woohoo!!! I'm signed up for swaps so imagine the samples I'll have again to show all of you when I get back!

Thanks for stoppin' by,
Rene'

BALLSTON SPA BOUND!!

2009-06-28T09:57:00.005-04:00

Today I have the privilege of seeing a friend of mine who is an awesome demonstrator, Deb Valder. She is holding her SU family meeting today and it involves swapping, snacks and STAMPING!!! I cannot wait! The theme for swaps is glitter and although my swaps pictured here may not look like they have glitter, believe me, the picnic table on my deck can attest to the fact. Too bad I can't take THAT! lol

Also pictured are two cards we did at Christine's workshop on Wednesday night. What a lovely group of ladies! It was sooo much fun. It was such a pleasure meeting everyone and I hope to see everyone again soon! Christine wanted to do a card with a cupcake theme. Unfortunately, I have no stamp sets with cupcakes so I improvised. I used punches and this is the result. Can't say the glueing of the sprinkles was much fun but the end result was tasty looking. lol

Below is a flip album that we did at 3rd Wednesday Club this month. Credit is due to Linda Heller from StampingSchool! Another awesome demonstrator!

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the day!

Rene'

How about THIS card!

2009-06-18T22:09:00.003-04:00

This card is soooo sweet and cool. Amy made this card. The pic does not capture the beauty or talent of this card. Mostly though, it does not capture Mason's gorgeous eyes like his mom's. :) Amy is one talented stamper like many of you!! Thank you Amy for letting me share.

Thank you all for stoppin' by,

Rene'

Updates for Stamp Camps...

2009-06-15T20:14:00.004-04:00

(Top and bottom of 3x3 notecard box.)

...because I've been so busy with Relay for Life and all and oh yes, the new catalog :), I now have the opportunity to post pics of the 3x3 box for the stamp camp to be held on Monday, June 29 at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $15 and includes a packet of the designer series paper Parisian Breeze which is retiring along with embellishments to make the box as you see. You also make six 3x3 cards and envelopes are included. The paper choices from this packet are beautiful and it is textured, a heavier weight paper than normal. You do not have to make your box exactly like mine or your cards like mine. You DO need to bring an adhesive and a bone folder if you have one.

If you are interested in attending this stamp camp, please e-mail me or contact me by phone no later than this Thursday, June 18.

Keep in mind the Scrapbooking stamp camp on Thursday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m. with a fee of $10.00. For more details and other events, see my Events Calendar! :)

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Summer Cookout Kit!

2009-06-15T19:42:00.004-04:00

Price is $24.95!!!! The item number is 118070.

The exclusive Country Living Summer Cookout Kit includes the following products:
8 die-cut table tents (2 each of 4 colors)
Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create 8 shish kabob invitations
12 die-cut coasters (3 each of 4 colors)
16 die-cut tags (4 each of 4 colors)
24 12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of 2 colors)
4 printed recipe cards
5 yards linen thread
Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
Dig In stamp set (item number 116700)

This is featured in the July issue of Country Living Magazine!!!

Click on the pic in this post for a great pic and even more details!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

You Are Going To LOVE IT!

2009-06-08T06:57:00.004-04:00

Wait until you see the new Stampin' Up! catalog! Oh Yeah! The new stamp sets, In Colors, ribbon, dies for the Big Shot... Want me to keep going?! If you're already a Club member, you'll see the new In Colors real soon! This is one of the MANY great benefits of being a Club member. Interested in being a Club member? Contact me. Want to see the new catalog? Keep an eye on my Events Calendar on my Stampin' Up! Website because an Open House will be scheduled for an unveiling. Club members automatically get a free catalog along with anyone who books a workshop. Contact me!

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It was birthday greetings and anniversary wishes on Saturday here at the Clive household. Erin dropped Scout and Pace off for me and she and her mom took Trig for a few hours with things to do. What a fun day we had. This is a rare moment that Pace would let big sister near him but Nonny asked them to sit for a pic and it was THAT easy. lol
Scout enjoyed the scent of our new lilac tree here. She looked so pretty in her dress and braids. Her hair is actually down past her waist when not braided!

Pace was having fun on the porch playing with some wooden blocks and posing for Bop who held the camera. We walked up to the ballpark where there are swings and they romped around and we came back for lunch where they ate everything!

Thanks for stopping by. Yes, I'm another year older but I earned every one of them and wouldn't trade it for anything. :)

Rene' :)

SUMMER FUN HOSTESS BONUS!!!!

2009-06-01T09:34:00.002-04:00

Dates: June 1-30, 2009

Promotion Details:

---Hostesses who hold a $250-$399.99 workshop will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

---Hostesses who hold a $400 or more workshop will receive an additional $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Why not connect me today?! More benefits posted below!

I Have A Whole Lot To Share With You!!!!

2009-05-31T22:39:00.011-04:00

Okay now. Where do I start?! I received this card on Friday from Mary Jo Price-Williams, a fellow demonstrator. After a week of work and finishing physical therapy, I came home to this RAK (Random Act of Kindness). What a nice surprise, huh? No Friday was not my birthday but Mary Jo IS aware that it is lurking very near. hehehe. Hence, the special that you'll be reading further down below. Uh-oh. No looking ahead. Take your time and enjoy the cards and the posts. After all, it has been some time, right? :)

The card above was made by Shelly, a fellow demonstrator who sent it to me. I love this card! She did a really cool thing on it as far as a technique that I had never done before! She stamped the flowers from Fifth Avenue Floral and then she traced the outline using Blender Pens with the same color ink. I love the look!

This is one two-page 12x12 layout of mine from the stamp camp from a few weeks ago. Of course, I used pics of the grandkids. I'm really please with the way it came out.

This is what is called a tri-shutter card. We did this at a club night. When everyone saw my card, they thought it was going to be very complicated. I had already scored and cut the cards for them and included a print-out sheet for everyone. Don't you love the way it opens? It actually is not as complicated as it looks.

Some of you have done this type of card already. It is a fun card to do. We did this card last month at Technique Tuesday. The background of this card was done with Glossy Paper, baby wipes, and ink refills. We also did a technique using shaving cream. We used the Big Shot also for this card. The ladies that came stamped a greeting or salutation of their choice and then adhered it to the top of the card. The butterfly actually spins when you tip the card.

Today I did a workshop for a repeat hostess, Theresa. :) She asked that we do a graduation card. Well, I don't have a graduation-specific stamp set so I thought I would improvise and this is what I came up with. It was a very quick and easy card. Each guest was actually allowed to choose their choice of ink colors. I did a card for an Ilion graduate because we've already received an invite. Ilion colors are gold and brown so I used Chocolate Chip and So Saffron, sponging the ink on to the flowers that were actually Whisper White cardstock, run through the Big Shot with a die. Some of the guests had no graduations expected to go to so they decided to make another type of card like a birthday card. It was cool to see the different combinations each guest came up with.

How long did you think I would go without a card with a bird on it?! lol The bird was done with the same technique as above, like Shelly had done. :) Thanks Shelly! I also think that the button off-sets the card nicely.

Now that you've gone through the details on the cards and scrapbook layout, now RUN to the next post! Don't miss a single detail! Pay close attention.

2009-05-31T22:16:00.005-04:00

First and foremost, I need to apologize for not posting much sooner than this. Life, again, has gotten in the way. I've been busy with work, family and physical therapy. Also, we had somewhat of a scare a few weeks back. Scout got hit in the head with a softball while at a softball tournament, was rushed to the hospital by ambulance where they found she had two bruises on her brain and she was admitted for observation. Thank God she is fine now with no after-effects.

Now for some announcements!!!! This week, I'm holding a SPECIAL!!!!! Free SHIPPING & HANDLING for orders placed with me by either phoning me or calling me and payments have to be received no later than Friday! These orders will be sent to me and if I'm not able to deliver to you, you'll need to make arrangements to pick up from me.

ONLINE ORDER SPECIAL!!! This is a special that I am offering for anyone ordering through my Stampin' Up! Website. Because you would not be able to get free shipping and handling ordering this way, everyone who places an order online between today and Saturday, will be placed into a drawing for $10 in product with me!

Anyone holding a Workshop this month, June, with me can choose one free stamp set from several stamp sets that I have! Book ASAP. Dates are limited.

The retiring list, now called, The Last Chance List, is now! These stamp sets will no longer be available to purchase after June 30! Keep this in mind as you place your orders this week!

My Stampin' Up! Events Calendar is updated! Please check it out, contact me with any questions and adhere to any RSVP dates. This is important so that materials are available for everyone. :)

Thanks for stoppin',
Rene'

Time is Running Out!

2009-05-23T13:41:00.002-04:00

Scrapbooking Starter Kit Promotion
Dates: May 1-31, 2009
Promotion Details
In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator for only $75 with our limited-time Scrapbooking Starter Kit. The Scrapbooking Starter Kit contains the following:
Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set* $42.95

Simply Scrappin' Petal Party $19.95

Earth Eements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12") $11.95

Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad $7.50

*Substitutable for any stamp set up to $43.95 value.

The Scrapbooking Starter Kit also contains all the business supplies contained in the standard Starter Kit:
Getting Started DVD
Getting Started Guide
Guest Invitation Postcard (100)
Idea Book & Catalog (8)
Occasions Mini Catalog (8)
To My Hostess Envelope (10)
Recruit Folders (5)
Recruit Brochures (20)
Hostess Brochure (20)
Hostess Benefits Form (10)
Customer Order Form (50)

Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to start your own business, work your own hours, earn extra money and have fun! Contact me or go to my Stampin' Up! website and click on Join Now. The password is: wishlist

Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.

Rene'

Wow!

2009-05-19T20:53:00.002-04:00

Lots going on here. I'll fill you in real soon. I have a special day coming up soon and because of this, it will be special for you too! Keep an eye on my blog for more details. Also, I'll be posting everything I've been stampin'. Just because you haven't seen or heard from me doesn't mean I haven't been stampin'! Sorry it's been so long for a post. I'll make it up to you. ;)

Thanks for stoppin' by,
Rene'

BIG OOPS!!!!!

2009-05-04T18:27:00.002-04:00

Oh My!!!!

I stated in my last post that today was the last day to RSVP on the May 16 Scrapbooking Stamp Camp. I'm sorry! The RSVP is Wednesday! This is one of the layouts that you'll be doing if you decide to attend! Contact me ASAP to let me know you're coming. It starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Municipal Building in Ilion. Isn't this layout beautiful? I love the colors! Sorry if my posts caused any confusion. :(

Rene'

REMINDER!!!

2009-05-03T12:12:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow is the last day to RSVP with payment for the Scrapbooking Stamp Camp to be held at the Ilion Municipal Building on May 16 at 10:00! TWO two-page 12x12 layouts will be made with plenty of fun, refreshments and door prizes. Contact me ASAP!!!

Enjoy your day!
Rene'

Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month with Stampin' Up!

2009-05-01T20:43:00.004-04:00

Buy Three, Get One Free
Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month with Stampin' Up! From May 1-31, buy three packs of Designer Series paper and/or 12" x 12" textured card stock, and get one pack free! Mix and match your papers to meet all your scrapbooking and paper crafting needs.

Jumble Alphabet Sneak Peek
Get a sneak peek into the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog when you purchase the brand-new Jumble Alphabet stamp set at 20% off. This set of 52 die-cut, double-mounted stamps is perfect for scrapbooking because you'll never run out of letters! But don't wait—this offer is only good through May 31.

Limited-Time Scrapbooking Starter Kit
Start your own business for as little as $75 with the limited-time Scrapbooking Starter Kit. The Scrapbooking Starter Kit contains the following:
Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set
Simply Scrappin' Petal Party
Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12")
Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad
In addition, this specially-priced Starter Kit contains all the business supplies found in the regular-priced Starter Kit.
View the National Scrapbooking Month sales flyer for more information on all of these special

promotions. Or visit my Online Store to shop now!

Thanks for stopping by! Hope to see you here tomorrow,

Rene'

Come to the Renessance Stamper's Room...

2009-04-30T18:48:00.004-04:00

...this Saturday, May 2, anywhere between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Bring your stampin' or scrappin' projects to work on OR just pop in and say hi. See samples of scrapbook pages, projects and cards. Either way, you'll be put into a drawing for a free stamp set! There will be refreshments.

The location for the Scrapbooking stamp camp on May 16 at 10:00 a.m. is at the Ilion Municipal Building. Reserve your spot now!! Contact me either by e-mail or phone by May 6 as this is the RSVP date and when the $15 is due by. This is an event that other demonstrators are involved in and a good time will be had by all. Isn't that the norm?!

Thanks for stopping!
Rene'

With May being National Scrapbooking Month...

2009-04-29T04:52:00.002-04:00

....an event has been planned for May 16, at 10:00 a.m. to use part of this awesome Simply Scrappin' Kit called Sunshine Garden! To attend this event, you need to let me know and send me $15 no later than May 6 so that materials will be provided in time for the big day. We will be making two 12 x 12 layouts to include embellishments. Come and celebrate this day with us! The location is to be announced shortly but make your reservation today! Space may be limited! Door prizes will be give.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Events are added to my Calendar!

2009-04-27T11:46:00.003-04:00

(Created by Sam Slimak)

Check out my Events Calendar!! There MUST be something on it for YOU! What a great time to stamp. Don't know what to do or where to get started? Stop by this Saturday, anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and see what's in the works. I'll also have lots of samples to look at and just for stopping by, your name will be put in for a drawing for a free stamp set!

Enjoy this beautiful weather!

Happy stampin' and scrappin',

Rene'

Beautiful Day...

2009-04-25T12:44:00.002-04:00

...today in Albany, New York! Staying at Hotel Indigo this weekend. Very nice place if you need to stay in Albany. It's close to the airport, not that I'm flying anywhere THIS weekend. lol Rachael and I are here for the weekend with her BFF, Emily, and her mom, Mary Jo, because of a big dance competition and oh yeah, shopping!

Mary Jo and I already snuck out this morning to the Christmas Tree Shoppe. lol We are waiting for the girls to finish getting ready because we are off to Lake George for relaxing and for some more shopping. No dancing today on the schedule but a full day tomorrow for Emily. Ron says my Schnoodle (Jericho) misses me. :( I'm sure Duffy is happy because he is soooo attached to Ron.

Enjoy the weekend everyone.

Looking for some stampin'/scrappin' time or get-away time?!

Next Saturday, 10:00 a.m., come to MY house. Bring your projects, cardstock, stamps, etc!!!! I'll be stamping things I need to do!!! Join me!!!!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Did you know......

2009-04-22T05:15:00.002-04:00

...that May is National Scrapbooking month?!!! A few of demonstrators are holding a big scrapbooking event that you won't want to miss! It will be held on Saturday, May 16, at 10:00, a.m., with location to be announced!!! The cost is $15.00!!!! An early-bird special will be given to all but further details will be announced shortly! Watch for them!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great stamp-happy day!
Rene'

I am so Blessed...

2009-04-18T12:09:00.002-04:00

... in many ways. :) One way is to be part of a wonderful group called, Latenightstampers. Many of you have noticed a link at the bottom of my e-mails or heard me talk about this wonderful woman, Sherrill Graff. Well, she is the mom of this group. I met Sherrill a couple of years ago in Palm Springs, California, during Leadership and participated again last year at Convention in some of her stamp camps. A lot of the things that you've seen me do or talk about are from this awesome group.

Again this year, I will see Sherrill and will be participating in some of the things that this wonderful group of fellow demonstrators do! Guess what!! I get to bring them all back and share them with all of you!! :) That's what it's all about. How cool is that?! Check out Sherrill's blog when you get a chance. You'll be glad you did!!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Our meeting last night...

2009-04-18T10:16:00.003-04:00

...was sooooo much fun! We had a meet and greet with new Renessance team members of different levels and we discussed some upcoming events and oh yes!!! We stamped! I'd say a good time was had by all. Here are cards we did last night.

For anyone interested in joining the Renessance Team, until the end of April, you can sign up for three easy payments!

You CAN be a successful demonstrator, have fun, pay that extra bill, love what you do and meet new friends. You'll have all the support you need and want. You have nothing to lose, everything to gain. If you think this sounds like something for you, contact me.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Day before Easter...

2009-04-16T19:08:00.003-04:00

Here is Trig in his mom's arms, looking at me, Nonny. lol Oh my! He looks soooo much like his mom. How could I possibly post one grandchild's pic without the others?! lol

Here is Scout, the big sister of both Trig and Pace. She is like a little mommy to them. She is so grown up. She will talk to Pace with her hands on her hips and speak from her heart. She will play rough and tough with her daddy and brother, Pace, but oooohhhhh she loves to act like a little lady too. lol

Being two years old now, I thought Pace wouldn't get into the Easter egg hunt so much. I thought he'd just kind of watch Scout but he kept right up with her. Here he had just taken some stickers out of one of the eggs he found. It was a lot of fun. What a good grandma I was. I didn't fill them up with chocolate and lots of candy. I did stickers and animal crackers and gave them coloring books, crayons and little boxes with netting on so they can put bugs and critters in when they catch them. I put their mommy appreciates that! lol

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

2009-04-12T08:50:00.004-04:00

Happy Easter...

Scout, Pace and Trig were over yesterday for a wonderful day to include an Easter egg hunt, a walk to the park and some great fun.

Today, is a great day to really think about the true meaning of Easter and the significance of the great sacrifice that was made for us!

Blessings to all of you on this beautiful Sunday Easter morning...

Rene'

Club this week

2009-04-09T21:35:00.004-04:00

Wednesday for Club, we did a card and we did an Easter basket. I forgot to get a picture of the card but it was a quilted card, similar to the one from an earlier post. The baskets were made using the Big Shot. Of course!!! It was using the scalloped envelope die and our new punch for on the handle. I made these baskets last night for coworkers and brought them in today. They loved them. The empty one is mine. lol Although one basket appears to be missing a tag, the basket is turned around in the picture.

They were fun and easy to make. I used 12x12 designer series paper that I had along with a piece of matching cardstock for the handle. The scalloped edging on the handle is from the new handle that we carry. The scalloped oval punch was used to punch around the greeting.

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Occasions Mini Catalog...

2009-04-04T08:17:00.004-04:00

is now available and from April 1-30, spend $40 on products in the Occasions Mini Catalog or host a $150 workshop and get a FREE item from the “Under $10” page in the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog (p. 208). Filled with exclusive, brand-new products, the Occasions Mini has the products you need to connect with friends and family! Good deal, huh? Contact me for more info. Or better, yet... Contact me and book your workshop. I'll even hold your workshop at MY house if that is more convenient for you! Remember, there are also other benefits of hostessing a Stampin' Up! workshop. If you don't already know what they are, contact me and I'll be sure to tell you. If you refer a new hostess to me, you'll get something special too!

Orders can be placed through me by phone, e-mail or even 24 hours a day on my Stampin' Up! website.

The Occasions Mini Catalog can be viewed online through my Stampin' Up! website, clicking on the link for it in the first line of this post OR if you'd like a copy of your own, contact me and I'll get one to you!

Thanks for looking!

Rene'

Nonny & Trig

2009-04-02T21:20:00.004-04:00

Monday I watched Trig for a few hours. He wasn't feeling very well so he needed some one-on-one time and Nonny was at the ready. :) Erin took him to the doctor to find that he is teething, cutting his first and second teeth.

Yesterday, I came home from work after a few hours and called in sick today because of the horrible stomach bug. :( I'm feeling better now and will be back to work tomorrow. Hooray the weekend is around the corner and that means stamping. Keep an eye on my Events Calendar for upcoming stamp camps. You won't want to miss them.

Have a good night. Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Decor Elements...

2009-03-30T19:24:00.003-04:00

...Thoughts and Prayers Tree!

Yesterday was the day I put the large chocolate tree up on my large livingroom wall. I love it! I do wish I placed the tree a little differently though, to the left a little more and down, but am still very pleased with it, overall. I'm soooooo loving the Decor Elements. You will too!!!

See what I mean?! It was fun and actually easy. This being somewhat big to do, was put up in sections but they were already separated. All I needed to do was just cut the sections apart. The directions were very easy. I had been wanting to purchase them and when several customers ordered them, I figured I better jump on the wagon and just DO it!! So glad I did. I'll help them out if they need it. These Decor Elements are almost like my other addiction. STAMPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Another Addition to Renessance Stampers!

2009-03-29T15:44:00.002-04:00

Welcome Colene! I'm sooo happy and excited. Renessance Stampers seems to be growing by leaps and bounds. Colene has just joined the family and is a stamper and scrapper. She will make a wonderful addition to our family! I cannot wait to bring everyone together for our first meeting for introductions! Gotta luv Stampin' Up! for being a great and caring company who offers great specials and incentives to join the Stampin' Up! family.

Colene, so glad you've joined. Thank you!

Rene'

Doctor's Appreciation Day Tomorrow

2009-03-29T15:13:00.003-04:00

My department at work asked me to make a card for the pathologists for everyone to sign in the department. Knowing how many people work in the department, I knew the card couldn't be standard sized so I used a 12x12 piece of paper from the Sale-A-Bration packet and lined it with Bashful Blue 12x12 cardstock to make it look pretty, having that color in the SAB paper and also to make the card a little more sturdy. I got out my Big Shot and started pulling out my dies. Here is the card that I came up with in no time!

It was so easy and soooo much fun. The Big Shot honestly does all of the work! The butterfly, again, like in a previous post is from a Level 1 hostess set. Very easy to do. The edge of the card was done using our new punch!

Would you like to do a card similar to this? Contact me and we can do it at your workshop!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

It's A Big Shot World Stamp Camp Cards

2009-03-28T15:43:00.003-04:00

If you didn't attend this stamp camp today, this is what you missed. :(

This was so much fun. Gotta luv that Big Shot. How about that quilted look on the third card?! That is using 1 1/4 inch square punched pieces from the package of Designer Series Paper in the Sale-A-Bration mini. The card on the left is also using that paper. Don't have your packet yet? Do you realize you only have THREE days left?!!!! It's only available for Sale-A-Bration. Purchase $50 in product and choose a SAB item from the mini FREE. Do you also realize that if you order online through my website in the next three days you also get a free Stampin' Up! catalog (value $9.95).

Thanks for stopping by on a sunny, beautiful spring day in Central New York State (finally!),

Rene'

A Welcome and Happy Hello!

2009-03-28T15:37:00.002-04:00

We have a new family member! Shelly is a new member to Renessance Stampers! Shelly signed up as a demonstrator recently and is looking forward already to holding workshops, a club and meeting new friends. Welcome Shelly! :) You're going to love your decision in becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with no regrets or looking back. After almost seven years of being a demonstrator, I haven't and am looking forward to many more! ;)

Again, welcome. :)
Rene'

I've been published...

2009-03-24T20:14:00.002-04:00

in our local paper, The Evening Telegram. It was a lot of fun. Although they spelled my name wrong, Renee Cliver, instead of Rene' Clive, it was still a good article. They went on to talk about the history of rubberstamping. The woman that I was watching, I ended up knowing from a while back because we worked together. I brought lots of samples and sat with the ladies and had fun right along with them. We made two cards and they even embossed. I'll post the cards a little later in the week. It's off to bed I go. Today is my Monday for work and I'm beat!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

TIME HAS ALMOST RUN OUT!!!

2009-03-21T08:17:00.002-04:00

Did you realize that for anyone thinking about getting their hands on one of those nice Sale-A-Bration sets OR taking advantage of that awesome deal and paying $169 for the starter kit instead of $199 for the $350 value, there are only TEN DAYS LEFT!!!! To join the team for $169, click on starter kit, and then Join Now. You'll need the password: Wishlist

You'll have no regrets! It's fun to be a demonstrator and to run your own business. You set your own hours, be your own boss and love what you do. There are no hidden fees, small print or penalties, just lots of fun to be had. You'll have great support, a great family to welcome you and wonderful resources to help you out. Come on and give it a shot.

Convention registration is just around the corner. Want to join me this summer? It's a blast! Contact me with questions!

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy stampin' and scrappin',

Rene'

Starter Kit Payment Plan!

2009-03-15T17:31:00.001-04:00

Stampin' Up! has come up with a three-payment plan for anyone not wanting to make one payment on the starter kit. If signing up online through the demonstrator site, you have instant access to resources and the Demonstrator Website. When signing up using the payment plan, the above paperwork needs to be filled out and sent in and it will take a little longer to gain access BUT you will still be part of the family! If signing up online, remember that the password is wishlist
I'm offering an extra great incentive for anyone signing up on my team. Interested? Contact me. Don't forget that time is running out for Sale-A-Bration and the great cost of the starter kit at $169 AND your choice of a free stamp set. This is only good until the end of THIS month!!! Hurry now!!!

Rene'

Winner of Blog Candy!

2009-03-15T13:46:00.002-04:00

We have a winner Ladies & Gentlemen! Drum roll............. Rachael M. is the winner. Rachael has already been notified and be receiving the prize real soon.

Congrats to Rachael. I'll be seeing you soon!

Rene'

Good Morning!

2009-03-15T09:14:00.003-04:00

If you missed the Sale-A-Bration stamp camp yesterday, you missed making these cards.

We had so much fun. It was also a great place to have the stamp camp, great lighting, we could spread out and it was a great location! Thank you to Sue and John Kelly for allowing us to use the church along with Faith In Christ Fellowship Church. :)

The cards above were done using Sale-A-Bration sets, other than the butterfly from God's Beauty in a Level 1 hostess set and Birthday Wishes in Sincere Salutations. The card on the left was done using only In Colors! Each piece was sponged with Creamy Caramel Ink to give it a distressed or vintage look and I left the bottom part of my card blank for future use. I leave most of my cards blank as far as a greeting and stamp them as I need them. For this card, the ladies could use whatever In Colors they wanted, combinations, stamps, punches they wanted. It was nice to see THEIR combinations. There is no right way or wrong way of stamping. Having fun is the important thing and THAT we did!

Thanks for stopping by ladies. Have a great day!

Rene'

Club last night...

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involved making this.

The butterfly was stamped on our Glossy Cardstock with Jet Black StazOn Ink and the leaves were stamped with Old Olive. The flowers were stamped with Ruby Red. The stamps just mentioned are from the set, "God's Beauty" which is a Level 1 hostess set, free to anyone with at least $150 in total merchandise sales! The butterfly was colored using Summer Sun Stampin' Marker and sponged with Pumpkin Pie ink then cut out and placed on the box. The stamp and the scalloped oval punch is in the Occasions mini catalog which you can actually preorder from now!!! If you untie the Night of Navy ribbon, the box actually has a cover that opens like a book and you can stamp a greeting or verse in there. This makes a nice box to put a small gift in, some candy, a gift card or even use as a shower/party favor. To order from the new mini or to view it, contact me!

Thanks for stopping by,

Rene'

Imagine!

2009-03-10T20:59:00.003-04:00

Today is Tuesday and I'm posting! lol I've been playing and getting ready for tomorrow night's Club. I've been anxiously awaiting a few minutes of time so that I could play with the Textured Impressions Manhattan Flower embossing folder. Tonight was the night! First I thought about the color I wanted to use with it. Hmmm...... Baja Breeze! Then... To run everything through the Big Shot like the instructions tell you and then I ended up with this after minimal embellishing! Don't ya just love it?!

Off to bed I go. Tomorrow morning comes awful early, 4:30 a.m. that is. Thanks for stopping by. Sweet dreams.......

Rene'

Newest Projects :)

2009-03-07T12:25:00.002-05:00

These are some of the latest that I've done. The top card is using a hostess level 1. This means you can have this stamp set FREE if you hold a workshop totally at least $150 in merchandise! How attainable is that?! I also used the Big Shot and our newest, biggest oval punch to layer behind the pink flower that was made using the Big Shot. The pretty pink print paper with the scalloping is done from Raspberry Tart designer series paper and using the Scallop Edge Punch.

We did a post-it note holder for our keyrings at club last month and embellished using the Pretties Kit. This was a lot of fun and the Crop-A-Dile punched through the paper very easily. The bottom card was done using Watercolor Crayons directly on the stamps, spritzed with water and then stamped directly onto Naturals Ivory cardstock. You have to let the stamp sit on the paper a few seconds to let the water absorb into the paper. Very cool technique and effect! What makes it really nice is that the Watercolor Crayons are so much more affordable, being sold in families rather than having to buy the entire set of crayons like when they first came out! Love, love, love them!!!!

More recent posts below. Thanks for stopping by!!

Rene'

Stamp Camp Reminder!!!

2009-03-07T09:04:00.002-05:00

Just a head's up! Monday is the last day to sign up for the Sale-A-Bration stamp camp to take place in Chadwicks. We will be making cards using Sale-A-Bration sets and ribbon from the mini catalog. This is a great time to get that set you've had your eye on or get those ideas.

Contact me to let me know that you're coming because RSVP date of Monday is firm!!! For more details, see my Event Calendar on my Stampin' Up! website.

Door prizes will be given away and who knows!! You may even win a Sale-A-Bration stamp set!!!

Again, thanks for stopping by. ;)

Happy stampin' and scrappin',

Rene'

PREORDER FROM OCCASIONS MINI CATALOG!!

2009-03-07T08:32:00.003-05:00

Now YOU can preorder like demonstrators from the Occasions Mini Catalog. Stampin' Up! is offering customers the opportunity to purchase Easter stamp sets and accessories to get a jump start on Easter projects and cards. You can place orders on my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 or contact me. Also, keep in mind that if you place an order online, you can get a free catalog while supplies last. If you purchase $50 in merchandise, you can choose a Sale-A-Bration item from the Sale-A-Bration mini catalog for free also!

Thanks for stopping by. :)

Rene'

2009-03-01T23:04:00.002-05:00

Been wondering where I've been? Well, Rachael was very busy in the musical, "The Wizard of Oz." Therefore, mom and dad were, too. lol It was an awesome production, like all other productions in our school district. The entire cast and crew worked very hard.

I've also been very busy doing some workshops, scheduling and preparing for upcoming stamp camps. Want to know more? Check out my Event Calendar. Also, there is a contest going on right now in case you haven't read recent posts on my blog. Better hurry up and post a comment. :)

Happy Stampin' & Scrappin' to YOU!!!

Thanks for stoppin' by,
Rene'

Happy Bird Day!!!!

2009-02-21T12:36:00.004-05:00

Wow! It has been such a feeding frenzy today!!! What a great variety we've had at the feeders. In the past, it has meant either a snow storm on the horizon or better weather in the near future. Could it be SPRING is near?! Hmmm..... Central New York State, February still, ummm..... probably NOT!!!

Reminders!!!

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Tomorrow (Friday) is the last day to RSVP to let me know if you're able to attend Monday night TACO night. This will be an informative evening about being a demonstrator. It's a real live question and answer session with hand-outs and even gifts for all who attend. A taco bar also. lol

ALSO!!!! Place an order online through my demonstrator website (link in the left column) and click on Shop Now and receive a FREE catalog! No minimum purchase needed. The catalog is valued at $9.95! Want that catalog? Place that order. Supplies are limited!

Sale-A-Bration!! Check out that mini!! For every $50 in merchandise you purchase, you choose a free item from the Sale-A-Bration mini catalog. Book a party! For every $300 in total workshop merchandise, you get to choose a free Sale-A-Bration item.

Did you see the contest below? Ladies!!!! Post your comments! No obligation! Your name will go into a drawing for the prize! Lots of people are visiting, just leave a few words. lol

Hooray the weekend is near! You all know what that means! Stampin' time! I'm already signed up for my first swap for Convention 2009 in Salt Lake City! Woohoo!!!!

Thanks for stopping by!!!

Rene'

CONTEST!/BLOG CANDY!!

2009-02-10T19:45:00.004-05:00

Okay!

I've decided to put the first ten blog stoppers here in a raffle who leave a comment about my blog or Stampin' Up! Better yet!!! Sign up as a demonstrator for $169, regular $199, a value of $355! AND get an extra stamp set of your choice valued up to $47.95. Okay, now seriously... Leave a comment. Someone will be drawn from the first ten comment leavers and you'll win this:

The Country Living Note Kit by Stampin' Up! containing Notes for You die-cut, double-mounted stamp set, 4 Whisper White gift cards, 4 Whisper White mini envelopes, 1 Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Spot. It also contains tips and instructions! It was something that I received when I renewed my subscription to Country Living in the fall, a special that was offered to everyone!

I'll mail it to the winner if you are someone that I do not normally see. Good luck ladies!

I finally played with embellishing the cover of my 12x12 photo album! I'm really loving it. It's missing something but I haven't figured out what yet. I used one of the new texture plates for the Big Shot along with a few of the other Big Shot dies. Yup! My latest favorite toy. The letters are chipboard, colored with our markers and then just covered with a coating of Crystal Effects. How quick and easy is that?! Gotta love that new ribbon, too, huh?

Thanks for stopping by. ;) Don't forget to leave a comment for the contest above!

Rene'

Projects Completed!

2009-02-08T10:44:00.005-05:00

A while back, I had purchased a couple of scrapbooking kits from me (lol) to complete a couple of hanging projects for Scoutie and Pace to include a couple of pics each of them. I just couldn't seem to find the perfect pics of Pace to put on his and then, lo and behold, we had gotten the news that Erin was expecting again. Well, that meant that I (Nonny) had to order more chipboard. I already had lots of the scrapbooking kit because they come with so much. Trig's pics were actually harder to find because there have been fewer pics to choose from, being he's younger and because someone is almost always holding him. lol I had to crop Rachael out of the center pic. This was taken at the birthday party last week for Scoutie and Pace.

Last night, Rachael and I spent the night at Casey and Erin's to watch Pace and Trig because Casey and Erin had an 85th birthday party to go to, an Aunt of Erin's. We had a lot of fun. Scout spent the night at her other grandparent's house where she kept another of their grandchild company for the evening. Rachael and I cannot wait to do it again. It was a lot of fun. We must of really tuckered Pace out because everyone was up before him this morning. lol

Below is a picture of a very quick and easy photo book that I made for Erin before going over last evening. When we take pics of the kids, I always make sure we have extras developed so that we can give them to her. Inside this album are our Medium Translucent Envelopes that are holding the pics, back to back and you can very easily take pics out/put pics in. Using these envelopes for mailing are awesome too because then everyone gets to see your artwork going through the mail. :)

Thanks for stopping by. :)

I have Nancy's workshop to get ready for tomorrow and Club for Wednesday to get ready for. Yay! Cannot wait for either. I'm sure both events will be great and everyone pleased that they attended.

Rene' ;)