Rubber Ducky Birthday - Altered Spools for Kathy Klancic's Birthday - Theme: "Art Dolls to represent each of us""

Kathy wanted us to make an art doll that represented each of us.  She got a wonderful variety of art dolls.  Nicole got really creative and made two different dolls for Kathy.

I painted my spool black and added a pretty sparkly pink see through material and used a silk flower to make her collar.  I used pearls beads out of a retired Pretties Kit, made her hair from black felt and put a crystal ball in her left hand that has pink sparkles on it.  I love pink so used that for my doll.  Each birthday spool has been a real challenge for me.  I have no idea what it will look like until it is done.  That's part of the beauty of it.  We wouldn't have created any of these without our groups willingness to try new things.

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)

Tour de Freaks - Fall/Gratitude Blog Tour

Welcome to our October Fall/Gratitude Tour de Freaks. You may have come from Debbie  Henderson's blog.  Debbie is a very creative and great stamper.  Hope you enjoyed her projects.

My first card can be used to give thanks for something your neighbor or friend did for you.

Stamps:  Holiday Home, Lovely As a Tree

CS:  Soft Suede, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White

Ink:  Tuxedo Black Momento Pad

Markers:  Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, So Saffron

Blendabilities Markers:  Smoky Slate, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Wisteria Wonder, Skin Tone

Miscellaneous:  Paper Snips, Clear Blocks, SU Dimensionals

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I don't normally do Fall cards so decided to use my Truly Grateful set for the first time.

Stamps:  Truly Grateful

CS:  Lost Lagoon, E#arly Espresso, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla, Whisper White
Ink:  Basic Black, Lost Lagoon
Markers:  Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron, Crumb Cake
Ribbon: 1/4" Pear Pizzazz Cotton Ribbon
Miscellaneous:  Big Shot, Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies, SU Dimensionals, 
                        Glue Dots, Paper Snips, Argyle Embossing Folder
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Here is a wonderful reason to be grateful.  Our first Great Grandson, Davis, just turned 1 a week ago.  I was so happy to get this shot of him.  His theme was Toy Story.  The kids wore costumes.  It was a fun afternoon.

CS:  Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Pacific Point

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Well that's it for this month.  Thanks for stopping by.  Come back soon to see what new gems I have to share with you.  Now to continue on your way, you are in for a treat at Heidi Boos blog.

    

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)

BOO to YOU!!!! Control Freaks September Blog Tour

Welcome to our "BOO to YOU!!!!"  September Tour de Freaks!  You may have come from Heidi Baks blog.  

I just got my Halloween stamps so decided to put two of them together.  I call this one 
Home Cookin'.

Stamps:  Tee-Hee-Hee [Holiday Mini catalog on pg 47] 
              Holiday Home [Holiday Mini catalog on pg 16]

CS:  Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White

Ink: Momento Tuxedo Black
Blendabilities Markers:  Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Smoky Slate
Accessories:  Big Shot, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder, 1/8" Circle Punch
                    Crystal Effects, non-SU Illusion paper for ghost and bubbles
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I have seen lots of samples using the new Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlits Die [Holiday Mini catalog on pg 11].  At our last Mile High Stamper meeting we made pumpkin boxes. 

The card stock is Pumpkin Pie and Garden Green.  We used the Work of Art stamp set for the stripes on the pumpkin boxes using Pumpkin Pie ink.
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My last piece is a mini trading card which works perfectly for our BOO TO YOU theme.

Stamps:  Making Spirits Bright - [ Holiday Mini catalog on pg 48 ]
CS:  Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink:  Momento Tuxedo Black
Blendabilities Markers:  Old Olive, Soft Sky, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie

Thanks for stopping by.  Come back soon to see what new gems I have to share with you.  Now to continue on your way, you are in for a treat at Julie Davison's blog.

    

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)

Frightful Wreath Simply Created Kit by Stampin’ Up!

This is a great kit to make a Halloween Wreath.  The video shows how to make it.

Rubber Ducky Birthday - Altered Spools for JoAnn's Theme: "Vintage"

Here are the Altered Spools for JoAnn's Birthday Theme: "Vintage"  

I made the first spool.  No stamping on this one.  The spool was painted pink and a cameo added, string of pearls, vintage lace, silk flowers, and a white feather.  I was happy with how it turned out.  I always use E600 glue so my projects won't fall apart.  I spend hours holding pieces in place while they dried.  The Lace, Flowers and Pearl Rhinestone Jewels  are from a Stampin' Up! kit.  I love the lace!!!:)

There is a white feather 

behind the lace and flowers.

Dawn used her Dremel to hollow out the 

inside of the spool and made it into a mini 

treasure box. What a great and fun idea.  

The hardware is a wonderful idea!  

Such creativity!

I just love the stick pins. Great idea!

  
















Kathy does such a wonderful job 
of altering anything!!!!

Sunflowers are JoAnn's favorite

flower.  Lovely! 

Nicole loves Graphic 45 paper.  Love the vibrant

colors.

   Love the yellow roses!

And now for the grand finale... JoAnn is displaying her "Vintage" Birthday Spools in a configuration box on top of an antique hutch.  LOVE IT!

Two birthdays down, seven to go.  :)

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)

Rubber Ducky Birthday - Altered Spools for Dawn's Theme: "Surprise Me"

I made this birthday Spool for Dawn Free's birthday.  Her Theme was "Surprise Me".  She has koy fish in her little fish pond and she has a cute little black kitty...so thought this would be fun.  I used the kitties from the Storybook Friends stamp set.  I like how it turned out.

           

 WOW!  What a great bunch of spools!!!!  I have such a Wonderful and Creative group of friends!!!  I feel blessed.  There will be 9 sets of spools for this year.  Stay Tuned.  :)

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)

Brand New --- Gift Box Punch Board - Video Tutorial

With the holidays approaching, here is a great idea for creating gift boxes.  In the video below you will learn how to make custom gift boxes in the sizes and colors you want. All you need is cardstock (color of choice) and a Gift Box Punch Board and you can make boxes up to 4" on each side.  Check it out: 



This video shows you the great features  on the Gift Box Punch Board.  To order, use the item Code # 135863.  It is $19.95. 

Stamping Hugs!   Judy  :)