Polka Dot Parade and A Dozen Thoughts

I enjoy posting the cards and projects I am planning to offer in my upcoming classes.  I am pleased with my first design for August 2014.  I admit, I used some retired designer series paper, Polka Dot Parade, and I just can't help myself when I have so much of this darling paper.  When you envision this sketch with other colors and paper, you will find many, many other great results. I'm sure of it.

Recipe:  
Stamps: A Dozen Thoughts ;  
Paper:  Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Marina Mist; 
Ink:  Real Red;  
Accessories:  Big Shot, Deco Labels Framelits, Scalloped Edge Punch, 1 1/2" Circle Punch, 5/8" Organza Ribbon, and Dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my August 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

For as he thinks in his heart, so is he.  Proverbs 23:7

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Hostess Club Projects and Blendabilities

All of my Hostess Club ladies had the opportunity to work with Stampin' Up's new Blendabilities at our meeting last week, and here are some samples.  I think the results are stunning.

My guest instructor was Sandra McDonald.  Check out Sandra's fantastic blog right Here.  She is very experienced working with copics, and now our Blendabilities, and loves to share what she has learned with others. 

Recipe:  
Stamps: Bloom with Hope, and Beautiful Bunch;  
Paper:  Whisper White, Rich Razzelberry, Wisteria Wonder, Pumpkin Pie, Melon Mambo,Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Coastal Cabana, Calypso Coral, Cherry Cobbler; 
Ink:  Memento Black;  
Accessories:  Wisteria Wonder, Pumpkin Pie, Melon Mambo,Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Coastal Cabana, Calypso Coral, Cherry Cobble and Old Olive Blendabilities, Big Shot, various embossing folders, Fun Flowers Punch, various coordinating ribbons, and Dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my August 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

If you abide in My word, you are truly My disciples, and You will know the Truth, and the Truth will set you free.  John 8:31-32

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Bigz Bow Die Treat Holders

 Strawberry Slush card stock and Confetti Celebrations DSP

 Tempting Turquoise card stock and Sweet Taffy DSP

Garden Green card stock and Flower Pot DSP, 

Soft Suede card stock and Parklane DSP

I have not acquired all of the new Designer Series Paper collection yet, and what I do have, and I wanted to showcase along with SU's Gift Bow Bigz Die.  I enjoy using Stampin' Up's Designer Series Paper because it adds beauty and style to any card or project, and a great way to coordinate your colors.

The die makes bows in two sizes in a jiffy.  Need a bow for a birthday present, just grab your Big Shot and your Gift Bow Bigz die, and within minutes your good-to-go.  The die can be found on Page 233 of SU's 2014-15 catalog, item # 129977, $32.95.

The box and bow pattern came from Meg Daves, and you can find her video on YouTube right Here  

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my August 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.  Proverby 15:1

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Napkin Card Class Samples

These are the paper napkin cards I am offering at my technique class, July 17, and July 19, 2014.  It's amazing to be able to take a paper napkin and make beautiful and fun cards. After this class, you will never again look at napkins the same way, I'm almost sure of it. 

You will make two each of these three designs for just $12.00.  I supply everything, so get set to come and have fun.
Thursday, July 17, 2014 from 6:30 to 9:30 and again on
Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 9:30 to 12:30.

Prepayment is appreciated, and space is limited, so be sure to sign up soon.  

You may sign up on my Stampin' Up! website Here, by phone: 336-538-4996 or email at: angelsofjoy@gmail.com. 

All my classes are held in my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253.  Check out my complete class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

Recipe:  Stamps: Age Awareness, Perfect Pennant, Wetlands, Beautiful Beach;  Paper: Very Vanilla, Whisper White, Smoky Slate, Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, Chocolate Chip, Real Red, and Pacific Point card stock and Perfect Polka Dots DSP;   Ink:  Elegant Eggplant, Chocolate Chip and Pacific Point classic;  Accessories:  Big Shot, Petal Cone Die, Crimper, various punches, Heat & Stick Powder, Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Basic Pearls, Dimensionals.

In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.  Proverbs 16:9

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Coffee and Friends, the Perfect Blend

I like to offer a variety of styles and themes for my classes, and I think this card is a perfect addition from which to choose for my July 2014 classes.  I have to admit, I used a few retired products, just can't help myself, especially when I own so much of them.

Recipe:  Stamps: Perfect Blend;  Paper:  Very Vanilla, Rich Razzelberry, Old Olive, and Crumbcake, card stock and Perfect Polka Dots DSP;   Ink:  Rich Razzelberry and Basic Black classic;  Accessories:  Big Shot, Labels Frame Floral Fusion and Little Leaves Sizzlits (both retired)Dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my June 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

Whoever publicly acknowledges me before others, the Son of Man will also acknowledge before the angels of God.  Luke 12:8

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Timeless Talk

I like to offer a variety of cards in my classes, and I thought this idea went well with the others I've designed for my July 8th, 10th, 12th and 16th classes.  

The phonograph and the telephone would pair well with the Just Sayin' stamp set and the Word Bubbles framelits, and because I wanted to keep the Honeycomb theme going, I used the Honeycomb Embossing Folder and Hexagon Punch. I like how both of these cards turned out, and if you have the opportunity to attend any of my classes, I think you will want to make them.

I wanted to use a red brad in both the telephone dial and for a knob on the phonograph, and remembered when I had finished the card.  Bummer, now what to do?  So I colored a Basic Pearl with a Cherry Cobbler Blendabilities Marker, and, there you go.  Quicker and way easier.  

Recipe:  Stamps: Timeless Talk;  Paper:  Whisper White, Basic black, Real Red card stock and some retired Modern Medley dsp;  Ink:  Basic black and Real Red classic; Accessories:  Big Shot, Honeycomb Embossing Folder, Hexagon Punch, 2 1/2", and a 2 3/4" Circle Punch, Real Red Marker, Cherry Cobbler Blendabilities Pen, Basic Pearl, Real Red 1/8" taffeta ribbon, Dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my June 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.  James 1: 19-20

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Flower Patch, a new Photopolymer Stamp Set

For those of you who know me, you probably have heard me say, "I don't particularly care for photopolymer stamps".   Well, in this case, I'm taking my words back.  With photopolymer stamps, you can see exactly where you're stamping, and they stick to the blocks like glue.  Besides that, this set is absolutely stunning, and it comes with matching framelits.  I double stamped and fussy cut to get the top two flowers, and worth it, look how beautiful.  

If you are attending my July 2014 classes, you too, will get the opportunity to experience how wonderful photopolymer stamps are, and make this card.

Recipe:  Stamps: Flower Patch;  Paper:  Strawberry Slush, Blackberry Bliss, Whisper White card stock;   Ink:  Melon Mambo, Strawberry Slush, Blackberry Bliss, Old Olive classic;  Accessories:  Big Shot, Flower Fair Framelits, Blackberry Bliss ribbon, Basic Pearls, Dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my June 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

Love must be sincere.  Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.  Be devoted to one another in love.  Honor one another above yourselves.  Romans 12: 9-10

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

From My Heart and the New In-Colors

So, which is your favorite color?  I know my favorite is Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, and Tangelo Twist, in that order.  Actually, I think all of these colors are striking and bold all by themselves, and then when combined with each other, well, what can I say, will knocks your socks off!!  

I am offering this card in my July 2014 classes, and the color I chose to showcase is Lost Lagoon.  It's a beautiful, soft, blue/green.  

Recipe:  Stamps:  From My Heart; Paper:  Whisper White, Lost Lagoon; Ink: Lost Lagoon;  Accessories: Scalloped Edge Punch, Extra Large Oval Punch, Sponge, Bling, and dimensionals.

I hold adult classes each month.  If you live near my home at 555 Williamsdale Road, Graham, NC 27253 and would like to attend any of my classes, please let me know.  Check out my June 2014 class schedule right here on my blog, or on my SU website found Here

If you would like to purchase any of the supplies to make this card, please feel free to contact me directly, or order from my Stampin Up! website found Here

Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.  Psalm 32:1

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day,

~Linda

Blendabilities, Paper Sale and Weekly Deals During the entire month of July, when you purchase three Designer Series Paper packs, ($10.95 value)  you'll get one free.  What a deal, right!!! I love FREE! You have seen them in the catalog and now some of  them are available! These are Stampin' Up's version of an alcohol marker  (like Copics) that blend beautifully.  You won't use them  directly on your stamps like our water-based markers  so they will not replace those but add another option  for coloring your stamped images. Here is a SU corporate video about them: You will need the Memento Tuxedo Black ink pad and refill for using these alcohol markers (not StazOn) I personally LOVE my new Memento Pad!  So easy to  clean the ink off of, stamps beautifully, and is great for  just a black greeting or image that doesn't need to be  waterproof. Available Products to customers starting July 1: Cherry Cobbler   (Item #130995 - $11.95) Coastal Cabana  (Item #131000 - $11.95) Daffodil Delight   (Item #130998 - $11.95) Old Olive   (Item #130999 - $11.95) Pumpkin Pie  (Item #130997 - $11.95) Rich Razzleberry  (Item #131003 - $11.95) Skin Tone Assortment (Item #129370 - $22.95) Memento Ink Pad (Item 132708 - $5.95 ) Memento Ink Refill (Item 133456 - $4.95 ) Color Lifter  (Item 129369 - $4.95 ) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- And this week's Weekly Deals! Call or email me if you need anything! 336-538-4996 or angelsofjoy@gmail.com, or feel free to order directly from my SU website here  Linda