OH my goodness is this enough Dazzling Diamonds for ya :) You all know I really Love this stuff .
OH my this card sparkles like you would not believe IRL ( In Real life ). oooo weeeeee LOVE IT!!
I will be remaking the Faux Ripped paper video , and this card will More than likely the one we will be making for that, so stay tuned for that video / updated version .. If you can't wait You can always click the link below to see the video I made Back when I 1st started making videos ..
BUT Beware It is really weird looking back at those 1st videos ..
Ok Stampers now That I put that disclaimer in Click HERE to view that video . For todays card I used Cameo Coral#103035 and Going Gray#103274 classic ink with the Flight of the butterfly stamp set #111564 .
Last Night Linda's workshop was so much fun I didn't want it to end . What a fabulous bunch of ladies.Plus My catalogs came early in the afternoon yesterday YAHOO!! ( Just in time )
Here is just one of the gifts I made for her . The other gift I gave her will be featured in a upcoming video ( stay tuned )
Here is what it looks like opened . It holds a small piece of hersey chocolate YUMMY!
This chocolate holder measures 3 3/4" X 5 1/4"
scored at 2 5/8" & 2 7/8"
I used the Eyelet border #113692 on the 2 5/8" side / shorter side / front flap.
The Black card stock is cut at 2 3/4'" X 3 3/4" and I also used the eyelet border on that as well .The Thanks a Bunch is from the Hostess Only stamp set level 2 called " A little somethin".
To hold the chocolate candy inside I used the slit punch #104388
I used the scallop from the SU! Pennant bigz die # 113483 in Black card stock . Then added some Black GG ribbon #109027 to finish the chocolate holder .
Here is Linda holding her gift from last night . Thank you Linda for a Fabulous night of Stamping Fun .
This little birdie is sooo cute and fits perfectly inside the 1 1/4" circle punch . I used the Cheep Talk stamp set #113204 along with the Good Morning sunshine# 113966 designer paper which Matches this stamp set perfectly .
I also used the So Saffron#105118 Chocolate chip#102128 and More Mustard#100946 Card stock along with the Sale-a-bration So Saffron Poly twill ribbon which you will get both the So Saffron & Certainly Celery poly twill ribbon bundle for FREE during Sale-A-Bration I also used the white gel pen # 105021 for some doodle dots .
Tonight is Linda's Workshop~And I am stalking my UPS guy Cause I have a order coming today , I Pray my shipment arrives this afternoon and not after I leave this evening since Linda Has 20 confirmed for her workshop tonight & I need my shipment of catalogs . Gonna get everything packed up, Then I will get my serveillance equipemet out and stake out the Big Brown truck lol...
Thank you so much for stopping by during your busy day today :)
We are counting the days, We are almost to the single digits for Hubby to come home YAHOO!! 17 days to go :)
For todays card I used the Petal Pizzazz # 113417 stamp set the greeting is from the stamp set Hostess ONLY level 3 stamp set called Dream a little with Only Orange & Pixie Pink classic ink with whisper white ,Pixie pink & black Card stock . I added tiny doodle dots with my black Marker & glitter to my flowers But you may have to click on photo to enlarge the photo to see all that :)
Yesterday day was a very productive day for me stamping wise ..I started planning my projects for my workshop tomorrow night and Got this upcoming weeks videos filmed and ready to go .
I thought I would share a quick tip with you today re: the scallop box I made HEREso many of you emailed me and wanted to know what I meant by punching twice so I thought I would do a quick video tip for you on what I meant by that .
I have been using Motion box for my videos lately and I have heard some say the video skips /jumps & pauses while playing . I wanted you to know I will always add the You tube link so you can view the video there as well .
BUT Today I have uploaded a different way with Motion box Please let me know if it plays better for you and remember you can Click HERE to view on You tube .
Dawns Side Note : You tube is doing maintance on their site this morning so the you tube link will not work until the maintance is finished .
For my Sunday Share video I came across this young lady who made these videos I would like to share with you all today. She has 2 which I find very thought provoking so I will just add the 2 links Just click on the titles of her videos listed here WHATIF and WORDS since I don't want to add to many videos on today's post I thought the links would be better.
On that note here is another Sweet video
I was told by my Glitter Queen Valerie That I should sign up with twitter Funny thing is Jessie has told me about twitter as well and said I should sign up and I had No clue~ But Thankfully Valerie got me all hooked up this past week :) so If you want to follow me on Twitter Click HERE
P.S My 5 most resent Twitter updates are listed on the right hand side of my blog as well .
Thank you for stopping by today and have a Marvelous Sunday..
I received this Birthday card a few years ago from my bestest friend Diane.
It is my all time favorite B-Day card ~ I am sure you all know why HUH? As a matter of fact I love the glitter background that I made in my video that I turned it into my new blog banner/s :)
Gotta love that Purple sparkle Hee! Hee! So what do you think ?
Click on Over to my Stamping Studio and check out todays video & get the supply list
Today project I got to use the new scallop box which is sooo adorable and easy to make with the Big Shot #113439 and the Bag w/Scallops bigz die # 114519 I used the Speicalty designer paper called Rockabilly #114039 .
I know you all have heard what I think about this fabulous Designer paper But I can't say it enough IT is AWESOME!!!
I used the Tart & Tangy stamp set #111514 for my closure on my box with some velcro . I used the word window punch# for the "Thanks a Bunch" (which is from the stamp set called One smart cookie ## 111506.
I punched the greeting out the 1st time with the word window punch then punched it again to make smaller.
This card is so much fun to make I will be posting a video soon on it.
I used the new stamp set called Petal Pizzazz #113417 stamped with Regal rose #105211 and Certainly celery #105217 & Pretty in pink Clasic ink # 101301 classic ink.
The "Thinking of you" is from the Wonderful watercolors stamp set # #113688 ( I Love the font of this greeting.)
I finished my card off with some Certainly celery polly twill ribbon from the Sale-a-bration promotion going on right now which you can get the this ribbon bundle # 114618( Certainly Celery & So Saffron 5/8" Poly twill ribbon ) for FREE Check out all the details on Sale-A-Bration HERE
I really had so much fun this pass Saturday stamping this weeks projects . I finally got to use the new stamp set Gallery ##113776 I stamped Birthday with the Fundamental Phrases stamp set #114968 .
I used Basic Gray classic ink #109120 for the stamping and the same color card stock # 198692, with the Eyelet Border punch #113692 with a layer of Vellum card stock #101856 over top of the basic Gray card stock .
Then added a strip of Basic Gray Taffeta ribbon # 109064 over top of the vellum card stock to finish off my simple card I added 2 of the new Clear Brads # 113144
and of course I didn't want to forget to add some Dazzling diamonds glitter #102023 around the frame which you can see alittle better in the 2nd photo .
Have a Fabulous Monday Stampers and Thank you so much for taking a part of your busy day to peek in today
Todays Card I used the Wonderful Watercolors stamp set #113688 For my 2 step stamped flower I used Summer sun #100537 and Always artichoke #105219 ink with Black as the outside .
I used the Stamp-a-ma-jig # 101049 for my image which you can see that video on how to use the Stamp-a-ma-jig HERE .This tool is seriously a MUST Have in your stampin tool box
I used the To the Nines specialty paper # 114038 and the Eyelet border punch #113692 & for the final touch I added some Chocolate Chip Taffeta ribbon #109065 & The color spritzer tool#107066 ( You can check out the 411 video on this fun tool HERE)
Jessie didnt have school on Friday and NO school tomorrow either since her school is having their winter break .
Friday her and I went out shopping for a gown for her Jr/Sr Banquet which will be in April 4 hours later and No Dress Not yet anyway she tried on so many beautiful dresses But they either were to short /to tight around the bust /or didn't meet the School standards ..
I went and got my hair cut and colored with deep Red and Blonde highlights on Thursday because Guess who is coming home in less than 24 days OH YEA!!! My hubby will be home in less than 24 days YAHOO!! He will be home for 2 weeks again .
Yesterday I stamped pretty much all day and made the videos for this up coming week . Jessie went to her Friend Kylee 16th Birthday party / sleep over Saturday afternoon and she should be coming home sometime today .
Here is a Awesome song . I have had so many of you tell me that you love this song also .. "I can only Imagine" by Mercy me so today this video is for You !!
On a different Note My Friend and Stampin Queen Laura W sent me this funny video with Thoughts of my Mom . Dawns Side Note :My Mom seems to keep everything from Money/keys ect... in safe keeping which was a Highlight of conversation on one of our past club meetings :)
I am sure it will all make sense when you watch the video below What a Hoot ~ and just for the record NO my mom is NOT this bad .. The video below will play 2 times though ( same video)
Have a Wonderful Sunday and I will see you all tomorrow.
Today I will show you how to do the rubber cement glue technique for fun backgrounds on your cards and other projects . I will be using 2 different colors for this techniuqe which is what I did on my sample card today BUT you can use as many color inks as you would like. Always start with the lightest color 1st, working your way to the darkest ink color.
Click on over to my Stamping Studio to check out todays video and supply list
Well I am not sure what happened this morning... I did get a reply back from Type pad But I will spare you all the details .. I was informed that I should switch my side bar from the left side to the right side and well thats what I did and now it seems to be doing great .
It is alittle weird looking at my side bar on the right instead of the left Now.. Type pad posted that my blog posts will upload 1st when the side bar is on the left WHO KNEW?? I am just glad it seems to be loading really quick now .. Please let me know your thoughts .
I have been contacted by many of you this morning that my main stamping blog ( Dawn stamping thoughts) is not working properly and taking awhile to upload . I can tell you it is on Type pads end and It is not you or your computer . I am sure they are working to resolve the issues and I apologize for the inconvenience . Please check back later for the update when I hear something back from Type pad.
Today we will be making the Diorama box . The orginal idea came from my friend Diana Gibbs which you can check out her written directions HERE and also check out her Diorama box on her blogHERE ..
Thank you Diana .
I love this type of card because it is sooo Unqiue and alot of fun to make , It may look confusing But it really isn't !!
I have always loved the looks of pixie pink with Black. When I started making this card I was going to do the crayon resist technique which you can view that video HERE
( Dawns side note : The crayon resist video was the very 1st video I made and I will do a updated version of this technique very soon )
But for my card today I ended up using my white gel pen to add the accents to my flowers petals .. This set Fifth Avenue Floral # 113734 is sooo pretty .
Thanks for stopping by today . I will see you all again tomorrow with a brand new video :)
I wanted to let you know that there is a New SU! Video that highlights the Big Shot along with a few Sale-A-Bration items and also the new Movers & Shapers Curly Label bigz die #114506 you can check it out HERE
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It will look something like this right under your order but in small print in a Red box
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Today I thought I would post the card I made for Ethans family yesterday .. Ethan use to go to school with Jessie and his Dad died of ALS / Lou Gehrig's disease. He lived longer then doctors told him and his Family he would .He Lived with this disease for 10 years .He was 55 years old
I used the Thoughts & Prayers stamp set # 113252 along with the Sanded Background Stamp # 109294 I used the Chocolate chip , Certainly Celery & Always Artichoke Markers for my tree and also the Vintage brads #109109, Chocolate chip taffeta ribbon # 109065 .
I also used the Paper Piercing tool w/ Paper piercing template and mat found in the Crafters tool kit #104310
Today is a Great day so Let us rejoice and be glad in it !!
Today after church we are going to have a little pizza luncheon with my dearest friends Looking forward to our sweet time together we usually always go out to lunch But today we are staying at the church and hanging out there together.
Then after that Jessie and I are heading to a friend of Jessies ( Ethan ) His dad died this week and we are going to the showing this afternoon .
Last night we had our Stampers club meeting and Boy what a Fun time we had . The cards above were made for my Hostes Laura .
Check out the video highlights of our get together last night HERE . There were a total of 14 gals stamping last night .(We Missed you Kristen & Kelsey )
This past Thursday I lost heat in my home .. Yes I paid my gas bill :) Hee! Hee! I have been noticing for awhile that my furnace has not been kicking on like it should ( I would make excuses of course ) and well Thursday was the day It didn't kick on all day and with the temps out side at -12 degrees and wind chill at -15 It really should have been running alot of the day ,
So when Rich called and I was sharing my concern and he said Just call the service guy I really knew I should have done that along time ago But it is something that is very reassuring when your hubby encourages you to call~ ya know so I called and the guy came out that evening and sure enough I had a censor which was dirty a quick cleaning and it is up and running perfectly Praise GOD!!
Here is a awesome song by Chris Rice
" Go light your world "
Love this song ..The Holy Spirit is what lights our candle and will burn brightly if you let it . Reminds me of the Childs song "This little light of mine "
Since it's Dawns Sunday share ~ I have been wanting to ask all of you a question for sometime now Plus what kind of Friend would I be if I didn't ask you .
So are we getting in the mood for valentines day yet? You know it is only 8 days away :)
Today I will show you how to use the Premium Crease pad # 113476 with the Petal card bigz die #113467 which will be turned into this adorable Heart box . I also used the Fabulous Rockabilly Specialty Designer paper # 114039 and Real Red card stock
Click on over to my Stampin Studio and check out todays video
I have a extra treat for you today .. I was contacted by Fave Crafts web site HERE& was asked If I would make a Special Valentines day video for their Blog
Here is the card I did the video on ..
Yes it's another shadow box card But this one has a slight twist .. I used punches for the peek a boo.
I used the Owl Together Now stamp set # 111534 and the Holiday wishes stamp set #114984 with the Full Heart Punch # 113693 , 1" circle punch # 109046 , 1 1/4 circle punch # 104403 and the Heart to Heart punch # 113694
Favecrafts blog is really a Great site They offer Hundreds of FREE craft projects , tutorials , Home decor ideas and more in every area of Crafting.
I have a Valentine treat for you today. This has got to be the easiest card /treat holder I have made in awhile .
I used the Top note #113463 Bigz die and the Texturz plate #114512 backgrounds 1 with the tiny polka dots plate .
I tried to take another view of this card But all the white in the photo seems to reflect, But I did notice if you don't look to close at the 2nd photo the tiny polka dots jump out at you alittle better . I also used the really cute Sale-a-Bration stamp set called Yummy #113782
Here is how I made the Top note die card
I cut a piece Whisper white at 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2 " folded card and laid the folded card on top of the top note die Just a little tiny bit below the top note die cut line sent through the big shot TA DA a top note card So easy and cute ..
For the front of my card I used my paper piercer tool and punched 2 tiny holes on either side of my sucker and added the Red Gingham Ribbon #104827 to hold in place .
When Placing your order online with me you will see a RED PROMOTIONALBox at the bottom of your order form before you check out . Inside this Red box you will see The amount of FREE Sale-a-bration items you will get to choose from for your order of every $50.00 increment
You will need to Click on the CLICK HERE in this promotional box. This will allow you to add the Sale-a-bration items to your order..
Stampin' up! has NO other prompts set up to notifiy you .
Here is another card I made using Sale-a-bration goodies . I used the Congrates #113770 stamp set # 113770 along with the Polka Dot punches #113788 stamp set.
Love how Polka dot punches stamp set goes with so many of our fabulous punches .. I used the 5 petal flower punch #109041 and the Scallop circle punch #109043 with the 2 of the images in this SAB stamp set .
Look closely cause I also used the Brand new Organza ribbon #114319 on my card as well .. This new ribnbon is sooo fabulous and Love the way it looks so delicate and soft .
I also used the Specialty designer paper Parisian Breeze #113993 and used the new Eyelet Border punch #113692
The Congraulations and flowers was stamped with Whisper White craft ink #101731 Then I added some Vintage brads # 109109 along the bottom and in the centers of my flowers .
Color card stock I used is Chocolate chip # 102128 and Kraft #107070.
I have something fun for you this Wednesday stay tuned..
Thanks for stopping by and I will see you all again tomorrow .
Oh my goodness today is the BIG day when Sale-a-Bration starts ..
The stamp set I used today is one of the FREE SAB stamp sets called Botanical blooms #113812 pg 10 in SAB mini . Such an adorable ~2 step stamping~ stamp set and the Certainly celery ribbon is also a SAB item ( Ribbon bundle # 114618 pg 5 in SAB mini )
I also used the Lovely friendly words jumbo wheel # 114696 pg 81 in the 2009 Idea book & catalog
I also used my Craft stamping spots for my flowers ~ Pretty in Pink , Certainly Celery & Bashful Blue all of which are in the Soft Subtels craft stampin spots #105370
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Update on my Mom's Wrist ..
She has been in PT now for over 2 weeks and doing good still finds it hard to turn things like door knobs , turn the key to start her truck , Plus she is feeling pickeys ( thats what she calls it ) in her wrist NOT all the time But every once in awhile and always in the same place ...
The PT lady says thats her nerves that were cut when her surgery was done . so needless to say Its going to be journey for my Moms wrist to get back to "normal " But we are confident that she is on the right road. Her PT is getting harder, But that's always a good sign ..
Here is a Awesome video for you today sang by Carrie Underwood ( Remember her winning American idol ?) called "How Great thou Art". I love this song and Love Carrie singing it ( gives me goose bumps every time I hear her sing this song ) . I love this song because it mentions the Creation , The birth and death of Jesus Christ and His return one day . OH what a Marvelous Day that will be ... This song sang by Carrie is AMAZING!! I hope it Blesses you as much as it does me each time I hear it .
Thanks for stopping by today & have a Fabulous Sunday !