Chic' n Scratch

Big Shot Matchbox Die

Just a quick note....before I lose my internet again.  We had some thunderstorms ealier and our internet and cable connection keep messing up.  I loaded a new video on You Tube for the Matchbox Die...but you may not be able to view it. I think the file is too large.  Tomorrow morning (Thursday) I'll try to get this post finished and the video reloaded.   Good night :)

Altered Clipboard Video

Hi, two days in a row I'm as happy as a clam!!  (are clams happy?)   Before I tell what I'm really happy about I'll go ahead and give you the details about my Altered Clipboard.  

The video is ready and I'm going to break down and tell you I have a contest embedded in the video (I've been secretly giving away goodies for almost two weeks, did you know that?) Click here if you want all the details on the Parisian Breeze Altered Clipboard. 

My video also includes tips on how to be bubble free with Mod Podge. (doesn't that sound funny?)

Here's a small picture (you can view it larger on my Stampin' Academy

 

Now for what made my day......my RSS feed issue is fixed.  I know what the heck is RSS Feeds...I have no clue....it's complicated & over my head.   Maybe that's why it took me this long to get it fixed.  In April something happened and my Feeds stopped and although I added Feedburner and many of you found me again....I lost a lot of people.  But as of a few hours ago......I'm on the train again and I'm ready to shout it from the roof!  Tune in later this week I have a surprise coming!!

Thanks for stopping by!

Lined Post it Notes

Good evening!

I'm very happy....I was super productive today and got all the videos filmed that was on my calendar for last week.  If all goes well, the first one will be the Post it Notes  I shared with you a week or so ago. 

Click here if you'd like to watch the video on my Stampin' Academy.

I'll show you three pictures....the first one is the same style Post it Notes decorated a little differently. I used was the Urban Oasis Designer Paper and the Baja Breeze Striped Ribbon.

 

Here's the side view....

 

The last picture is the one I showed you earlier and what's demonstrated in my video (for the girls that ask about coloring the bird, I included that as well...thanks for the request).

Congrats Nancy S!!  You won the free box from Friday. Please send me your mailing address so I can get your gift in the mail asap (email me at angie@chicstand.com).

Thanks for stopping by! 

 

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

 

Good morning!   I'm in a hurry this morning but I'll post again this evening.  My first picture is of a card I made super fast. I love the striped ribbon and although it's not available in the ribbon section of our catalog you can find it with the Simply Sent Card Elements on page 169.   I used the Pun Fun stamp set and colored the bird with my aqua painter and reinkers. I used Close to Cocoa and Riding Hood Red. 

Speaking of Riding Hood Red....we are getting closer & closer to the end of our 2008-2009 In-Colors.  They change each year.  Do you need to get the re-inkers or more ribbon?  Just a early reminder :)

My next picture is of some goodies Mindy sent me when I ordered her Cookbook. I love getting a new cookbook and I couldn't resist ordering one from her website and she surprised me with all these additional goodies.  Thanks Mindy!   If you'd like to check out her website, click here.

 

Have a great day!

Box of Cards

 

Hi, The card you see here is one of many that's included with the box you'll see at the end of this post. I've been trying to use all the designer paper that I've stashed away and I thought this paper was perfect for what I was looking for! 

I used the Great Friend stamp set that's in the Occasions Mini Catalog and punched it with the 1 3/8 Circle Punch.  Instead of piercing holes with the Paper Piercer & the Chic Stand, I used the Black Marker and made little dots (to tie in the black a little more).

The matching envelope was made with the same designer paper and if you'd like to see how to make an envelope to go with your 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 card, click here.

Now for the box....I'll show you the picture and then explain :)

 

After I filmed the video for the Designer Paper box I decided to make one smaller, using only one sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock.  This is the end result....cute isn't it?  Ever since Melissa gave me that birthday card with the Top Note quilt I've wanted to make a card, but look how cute it looks on my box.   Click here if you'd like to see the written instructions on how to make the Top Note quilt. 

The box is made just like the Designer Paper Box, except it's smaller.  Would you like another video or just the measurements?

I will try to post again this weekend but no promises. Just in case I don't..........Have a Happy Mothers Day!!!  and thanks for stopping by :)

p.s. the retired designer paper I used was Cutie Pie.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

 

Lovely Labels

 

Hi,  Thanks for joining me!

I just had to make one more box!  For three days I've shown you the same box and they all look so different. I like this one best (it could be because it's shorter and the handle is gone). It holds 6 cards and 6 envelopes and you can see the cards at the bottom of this post.

I'm filming a video...first thing Friday morning. I heard all your requests that this would make a great addition to your Mother's day gifts (I totally agree) and I'll post a quick note here when it's ready.  10:30pm update...the video is still loading on You Tube. I'm not sure why it's taking hours to upload. 11:20pm update...the video is ready. Click here to watch it :)

The box was made with the Parisian Breeze Designer Paper with the Lovely Labels stamp set.  The large scallop was punched with the Pennant Big Shot Die.  The smaller Scallop is Kraft and I punched it with the Scallop Circle punch. The "thank you" was punched with the 1 1/4 Circle Punch after I stamped it with Sahara Sand classic ink (Sahara Sand is not listed as a color in that paper, but I think it matches perfectly).

I pierced the scallops with the paper piercer and my Chic Stand.

Here's the cards I made to match (my style....monochromatic... quick & simple).

See ya tomorrow!

p.s. I made the box and all 6 cards using one sheet of the Parisian Breeze designer paper plus the Whisper White & Kraft cardstock.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order or Join my Team and become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.

True Friend thanks

  

Hi,

A quick post tonight....I'm still working on getting the box how I'd like it. I used the Tea Party Designer paper with the True Friends stamp set.  And, I used the super cute Flower Brads to attach the handle to the box.

My card is simple and easy and I like it!  The greeting came from the Three Little Words stamp set.

Dave was home sick again today and I'm happy to report he went to the doctor and was given some medicine.  Let's pray he goes back to work soon....I'm not sure how many more days I can take :)  you know what I mean? 

Thanks for joining me!!

p.s. Here's the other card I made.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order!  Don't forget, this month our designer paper is Buy 3 get 1 FREE.

Baby Gift Box

 

Hi, This is one of the projects I worked on today. It's a box made out of one sheet of 12 x 12 Pink Pirouette textured cardstock. It's very easy and as soon as I get the handle the way I like it I'll film a video.  

I used the Big Shot Die Cut Machine to make the name.  The letter S is from the Serif Essentials Alphabet and the rest of the name came from the Go Go Boots Alphabet.

I used the Eyelet Border punch for the border and the flower can be found in the Pretties Kit.   

The box is a baby gift for the latest baby in our family. (Congrats Ami, Todd, Aunt Betsy and Uncle Douglas!!!!)  

Now for the funny part...Sarah is the middle name :)  No worries, I can change it.  I already have some ideas....like using the Fleurettes on page 177.

Thanks for stopping by!

p.s. I'm posting early for tomorrow :)  instead of in the morning.  Dave was home sick today and I'm not sure what my morning will bring.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Convention News

Hi, I just had to post this news....it's for my fellow demo friends and my team members/downline girls.  I was super excited to hear that Belinda Ellsworth was going to be our keynote speaker at Convention because she's one of my most favorite speakers (along with Emery Austin and Zig Ziglar) and now I've just heard that the group that performed last year is returning.   Wow!! As if I wasn't excited enough!!   If you want to check them out you can google them or search them on You Tube (the name is Tonic-Sol-Fa).

  I've attached the news from Stampin' Up! 

They're Back!
May 5, 2009

Awards Night entertainment Tonic-Sol-Fa was a demonstrator favorite at Convention 2008, and we are pleased to announce that they will be returning for Awards Night at convention again this year! This acapella group dazzled the audience with their harmonies, humor, and unique dance moves.

We have a great convention planned this year, and you won't want to miss a moment. Many great travel deals are available right now, so start making your plans to join us in Salt Lake City!

p.s. If you're thinking of becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator & signing up for Convention....now is the perfect time!!

Altered Clipboard

 

Good morning!!

Wow, it's been a while since I've been able to say that!  I've gotten in the habit of posting in the evenings and I kinda liked it since I'm a night owl.  But...I'm going to try to go back to posting in the mornings.

I made this Altered Clipboard yesterday and I had to go revisit my very first Video Tutorial to find the measurements.  I'm almost embarrassed for you to watch it but what can I say...I taught myself everything I know. Just kidding.....but it wasn't easy. Did I tell you that those first videos were shot in my bathroom on the vanity?  Tell me.... should I re shoot the video and include the Mod Podge this time?  Let me know :) 

 Click here  if you'd like to watch my Altered Clipboard video tutorial (don't forget it's the first video I filmed).

I used the Parisian Breeze Designer Paper to cover the clipboard and the ribbon is the Baja Breeze Striped and the Chocolate Grosgrain. 

Have a great day!!

p.s. if you've not made one of these clipboards, I challenge you to make one. I promise you can't stop with just one...they are so easy & just darling to have around your house! 

Jumbled Alphabet

 

Hi!

I'm working on end of the year teachers gifts and I decided to use the Rockabilly Designer Paper to make some monogram cards.  I also used the Jumbled Alphabet Stamp set that's on sale this month. But, I'm not totally sold on this card....something is off.  Does that happen to you? You take a day off from working and you lose something?  You may see the card again.....I used the Dotto Removable adhesive so I can move it around.

Sorry I was gone for a couple days.  I needed to take a break and spend some time with the family.  Over the weekend we went to Oklahoma Joes ....a BBQ place here in Kansas area and we went to see X Men.  I also got caught up on laundry & that feels great!!  I started cutting for my Card Class and I'm thrilled to be ahead instead of behind. And last but note least I read an entire book.....I finished the "Mortal Instruments" series by Cassandra Clare. 

If you've won a prize during my Contest last week I've sent you an email.  Congrats to Peggy S. the winner of the 3 cards for my May Class.  Congrats to Rhonda W. the winner for the Crop a dile Post it Notes and Congrats to Kelly D.  the winner fo the Bind it all Post it notes.  Thanks for all your kind words!

Thanks for stopping by....see ya tomorrow!

Stamps:  Jumbled Alphabet

Ink:  Black Stazon

Cardstock: Rockabilly Designer Paper & Whisper White

Other:  Scallop Circle Punch, 1 1/4 & 1 3/8 Circle Punches, Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Piercer & Chic Standtm.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

 

So Tweet Chipboard

 

Hi,

I've had several girls ask how we decorate the chipboard and I decided that it would be a great video to make.  It's posted it on my Stampin' Academy, click here if you'd like to go watch it.

My project today is one of my Bind it All Notepads.  I made it using Rectangle Coasters that I sell on my Chic n Scratch Shack. I used the Good Morning Sunshine Designer Paper with the So Tweet Chipboard.  I colored the birds legs with a Chocolate Chip Marker and covered his beak and feathers with Kiwi Kiss Cardstock.  I decided that the hollow eye bothered me so I added some Pacific Point cardstock behind it :)

Have a great weekend! 

p.s. tomorrow (Saturday) I'll post the names of the winners for the video contest.

p.s.s Don't forget to check out the May Stampin' Up! Specials in my post before this one and let me know if you need help figuring out which designer paper is the best bang for your buck.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

 

3 May Specials + More

 

In honor of National Scrapbook Month Stampin' Up! is offering these three specials.

1.  Free Designer Paper (buy 3 get 1 free)!

2.  Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for $75.00!

3.  A brand new Alphabet stamp set at 20% off!

Click here  to view the flyer.

 

In addition to the Stampin' Up! specials here's a list of my regular incentives:

1. Punches on your Reward Card (one punch for every $25). Click here for details.

2. Your name entered into a drawing for the Free Stamp of the Month. Click here for details. The May Free Stamp set is the Jumbled Alphabet.  Congrats Nancy Green, you won for April!!

3.  Join my team in the month of May and get a Free stamp set or a 3 Month Subscription to my 3-D Kit Club. To join my team visit my Stampin' Up! website and my password is chic (all lowercase letters).  Click here  to go to my Stampin' Up! website to sign up now.

Fine details: 

*Designer Paper special includes the Speciality Paper (for example the Parisian Breeze I used on my Bind it All Post it Notes) & 12 x 12 Textured Cardstock.

*$75 Starter Kit includes the following:  (you can subsitute the items in your kit for equal or lesser value)

 Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set*   $42.95 
 Simply Scrappin' Petal Party  $19.95  
 Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12")  $11.95  
 Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad  $7.50
 Business Supplies 

*My Reward Card program has been improved, please check out how to transfer your punches to your new card by clicking here.

As always if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at angie@chicstand.com.

Thanks for stopping by!  

p.s. I have another video I'm loading and will post again later :)

p.s.s. Here's a picture of the Jumbled Alphabet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And a picture of my Reward Card (can be found if you click on this button on the side of my blog)