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Saturday, May 30, 2009

Sunshine Garden Card Class


Make these 10 beautiful cards using a sheet of designer paper and self-adhesive die cuts from the Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit. We will make our cards using the Note Card sets (which includes envelopes!).

You will have your choice of a variety of greetings for the cards.

Date: June 11
Cost: $12
RSVP and Payment: June 8

Friday, May 29, 2009

Butterfly Magnets


I made these adorable butterfly magnets for my clubbers that started this past April. I used my Big Shot, Sticky Pages, Fine Glitter, and some Designer Paper to transform ordinary clothes pins into fun and functional magnets. I used Tombow Multi-Adhesive to adhere the designer paper to the clothes pin and added some strip magnet to the back.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Teacher Gifts



Kyle gave these plants to his preschool teachers. I bought the pots from IKEA (my favorite store!) for @$2 each. I tied some ribbon around the pots and secured them with mini glue dots. I made a tag using the Curly Label punch. The "thank you" stamp is from Wow Flowers and added a Rhinestone brad to the center of the "o". Quick, easy, and cheap!

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Simply Scrappin' Kit Classes

I just had my latest Simply Scrappin' Kit Class this past week. The picture above shows just one of the layouts we made using the Sunshine Garden kit.

At these classes, you receive a full Simply Scrappin' kit and make 4 two-page layouts. You keep all the extra paper and die cuts that we don't use. At each class, you receive the directions to make the pages as well as Scrap Maps of the layouts to use for later inspiration.

My next Simply Scrappin' Kit uses the Sweet Nothings kit.

Date: Monday, June 22 at 6:30 PM
RSVP & Payment due: June 8
Cost: $30

Here is one of the layouts we will make using this beautiful kit:

June Hostess Special!

I am so excited to tell you that Stampin' Up! has announced a fabulous hostess special for June:

* 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.


Isn't that awesome?!! So, if you have been thinking about being a hostess, June is the month to do it. Call me asap to schedule your date. I have a limited number of days available.

If you would like to do a Virtual party (catalog party), you will qualify for the special, too! Contact me for your hostess information.

Monday, May 25, 2009

I'll Be Back!

Yes, it's been way too long since I've blogged. My main pc started to crash and that is where I upload the pictures from my camera. I have been trying to get the program I need to upload pictures to my laptop, but it's more complicated than I would have thought. Anyway, I promise to work on some things soon. I do have some projects ready to show you, but without the pictures, I'll have to wait. And well, truthfully, I cannot even find my camera right now! I'm pretty sure Kent did something with it, but he insists that he hasn't touched it.

So, here are some things coming up:

June 1: Last Chance list released (used to be called "Retiring" list). This year this list will also include the retiring accessories! I will post the list here as soon as I can access it.

June 30: Last Day to order from the Spring/Summer 2009 catalog and the Occasions Mini catalog

July 1: Noon--MT---can begin ordering from the new catalog--this one will last a year!

Happy Memorial Day!

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

May is National Scrapbooking Month!


And, of course, Stampin' Up! is offering some great specials to help celebrate!

1. Buy 3 packs of Designer Paper or Textured Cardstock, get 1 FREE!

2. Buy the new Jumble Alphabet at 20% off the regular price of $43.85 for only $35.16! This is a new alphabet that will be available in the new Idea Book & Catalog in July. Click here to see the full alphabet.

3. Join the Stampin' Up! family with a new limited time $75 Scrapbooking starter kit. Included in the starter kit:

Item Code Description Retail Value
113510 Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set* $42.95
113059 Simply Scrappin' Petal Party $19.95
108697 Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12") $11.95
105240 Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad $7.50

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

Please note: Each of the products listed above may be substituted for like items. Please see the Scrapbooking Starter Kit Order Form for details.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)

Contact me with any questions!

Monday, May 4, 2009

More Layouts--again!

Here are some more layouts that I completed at the Super Stampin' Weekeend in March. Both of these were swaps I received from Club. I promise to show something else soon!


Thursday, April 23, 2009

More Layouts

Here a couple more layouts that I finished at the Super Stampin' Weekend. The first one was a layout my club ladies did last summer.


This layout is one my club ladies did from a scrap map. This was my sample. You can find the Scrap Map here.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Scrapbooking Layouts

Here are some more pages that I completed at the Super Stampin' Weekend. These pages were not swaps, but ones that I did during the weekend.


This next page was based on a really cute scrapbooking kit that Debbi had. It had the cutest felt dinosaur on it. I tried to copy him using the Circle Scissors and my oval punches. He turned out pretty cute!

Friday, April 17, 2009

Boy, oh boy, do I love swaps!

One of the best things about being a member of one of my Scrappin' Clubs is swapping layouts with the other members! If I had to come up with every layout I need to scrap all of my pictures, I would never get caught up. Swapping gives me a ton of pages with lots of different styles, images, and product. The idea behind swapping is that it is MUCH easier to make 6 (or 8 or 10) of the same layout than to come up with 6 different layouts.

It is so exciting to see what everyone comes up with each month and to figure out which pictures I'll use on each of the layouts. Why am I going on and on about this? Well, because of all the swaps I've received over the years, I was able to get 56 pages completed during the Super Stampin' Weekend. Now, I did create some new layouts for specific pictures and did add some additional details to others. I also had quite a bit of other things to work on during the weekend or I could have finished even more pages!

I am going to share some of my finished layouts with you over the next few weeks. You will notice that not all of them have journaling----yet. Yes, I know that the journaling is very important and I will get to it soon. I did do some journaling on many of the pages, but for layouts that I had a lot to say, I will print that journaling on my computer.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Upcoming Classes

Scrapbook in a Box Class

Make a beautiful Scrapbook in a Box, a single scrapbook page, and a gift card--all perfect for a Mother's Day gift!

Date: Thursday, May 7 at 6:30
Cost: $17 for half a kit (makes one set)
$30 for whole kit (make one set and use the other half at home to make another or additional scrapbook pages)
RSVP & Payment: April 24


Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit Class

Make 4 two-page layouts using the beautiful Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit. You will have some paper and lots of stickers left to make additional pages.

Date: May 26 at 6:30 pm
Cost: $30
RSVP & Payment: May 11

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*All of my classes have room for a limited number of participants and require RSVP by specific date listed
*Payment is required by the due date listed in order for your spot to be reserved.
*Bring a paper cutter with a scoring blade and adhesive to all classes

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

New Card Kit!

It's card kit time again! You will LOVE this stamp set and these cards!

What are monthly card kits?
Monthly card kits are a fantastic way to make cards if you like the stamping part and not so much the planning and cutting part! I cut all the pieces you need to make 12 cards--6 each of two designs. You receive all the consumable supplies, envelopes, and step by step directions that also give you an additional 2 card layout ideas that can be used with the combined contents of your card kit.

Card Kit Price is just $15--that's 12 cards, plus envelopes for just $15!

Each month, the card kit also features both a Stamp Set of the Month and an Accessory of the Month. If you purchase the card kit, you may also purchase these items at catalog price--no shipping/no tax!

What else will you need? See the list below for items that were used to create the cards in this kit. If you already have everything--just buy the card kit and you are ready to create! Otherwise, you can choose to purchase items you need or just use things you already have.

Ordering supplies through my website: I am unable to give you a discounted price for the featured products when you order through my website. So, instead, subtract the amount listed in parentheses by the featured product from the cost of your card kit. Example: Featured stamp set is $26.95. My discounted price would save you $4.77. So, you would take the cost of the Card Kit $15 and subtract the savings- $4.77. You would pay 10.23 for the card kit

Orders for the Card Kits must be received by May 10th. You will receive your kits by the end of the month.

Please Note: I am happy to ship kits directly to you! If the kit needs to be shipped, there will be an extra $4 shipping charge.

May Kit Featured Products:
Friends 24-7 $25.95 (4.59) with the purchase of the Card Kit
Dress Up Ribbon Originals $12.95 (2.29) with the purchase of the Card Kit

**NOTE: Ribbon is NOT included in this card kit....you can purchase as a "featured product" or use other ribbon you already have on your cards.

Products you will need to complete cards as shown:

 Close to Cocoa Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)
 Sage Shadow Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)
 So Saffron Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)
 Riding Hood Red Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)
 Basic Brown Classic Ink ($5.95)
 Small Oval Punch ($15.95)
 1” Circle Punch ($10.95)
 Aqua Painters ($16.95)
 Stampin’ Sponges ($3.50)
 Stampin’ Dimensionals ($3.95)
 SNAIL Adhesive ($6.95)
 Bone Folder ($6.95)
 Friends 24-7 Stamp Set $25.95**featured stamp set
 Dress Up Ribbon Originals $12.95**featured accessory

Friday, April 10, 2009

Oh, Easter is this weekend!

Well, I didn't forget that Easter was coming up, but I did let it jump out at me. I had meant to share some cute Easter treat ideas this whole week, but never got to it!

So, this is the treat that I made for Kyle's preschool class. It uses the Big Shot Top Note die, (in Mini catalog), and the Scalloped Oval punch, Small Oval Punch, and the 1/2" Circle punch. I used the Enjoy Every Moment stamp set for the eyes. My hand-drawn whiskers and mouth look a little funny, though!

These next two pictures show the Easter baskets I put together for my nephew and my cousin's daughter. I bought the tubs at Big Lots for $2.50 each and added their names using the Big Shot Serif Essentials alphabet and our Raw Decor Elements vinyl. You can purchase the vinyl in White, Chocolate, or Dark Gray. The Bigz dies are best when cutting the vinyl.

I left Taylor's basket plain since he is a boy, but put a bunch of ribbon on the handles of Mallory's basket. You can't see them very well, but I used blue, green, pink, and white ribbons.

I hope you all have a fantastic Easter. Kyle is so excited for the Easter Bunny to come this year. Although, he didn't want to go and get his picture taken with the bunny. I think my baby's growing up! Sniff... Sniff...

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Punch Art--Part 3

Here are the last of the Punch Art samples:

Images copyright Stampin' Up!

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Punch Art--Part 2

Here are some more Punch Art samples:

Images copyright Stampin' Up!

Monday, April 6, 2009

Punch Art--Part 1

A while ago, I posted that my club ladies were working on using Stampin' Up's fantastic punches to make punch art cards and also showed you The Little Mermaid layout, the punched fish layout ,and the Sesame Street layout--all containing punch art.

I have almost all of the punches in the catalog and use most of them quite a bit. I love how easy they are to use and how many of them have stamp sets that coordinate with them. If I had to narrow down my favorites, here would be my Top 5 Must Have Punches:
  1. Scallop Circle punch

  2. Scallop Edge punch

  3. 1 1/4 and 1 3/8 Circle punches

  4. Round Tab punch

  5. Oval punches--all 3!
Okay, it's actually my Top 8, but it was a hard task!

Here are some more samples of super cute animals and such that use our punches.

Images copyright Stampin' Up!

Friday, April 3, 2009

Where oh Where is the Newsletter?


Okay, a few of you have been asking about my newsletters. I have been a big ol' slacker in that department! I decided to skip March because I was getting ready for SSW. I will be sending out my April News very soon.

I do have classes that I am planning, but have not quite finished all of the details. Here are some classes you can look forward to in April - June:
  • Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit class--May

  • Stamp-a-Stack--June

  • Sunshine Garden Note Card Class

  • Scrapbook in a Box (shown above)

  • Celebrate Summer
If your are not on my email list and wish to receive my newsletters, just send me an email. I don't spam you. I send no more than two emails a month and you can unsubscribe at any time.

SSW Swaps--Part 3

Finally, here are the last 4 swaps from the Super Stampin' Weekend:

Layout by Jennifer:

These next 3 layouts were made by customers of my downline Christine, so I'm not sure of their names!

Thursday, April 2, 2009

SSW Swaps--Part 2

Here are 4 more of the swaps from the Super Stampin' Weekend.

Layout by Shannon (as soon as I got this one, I knew I had the pictures to put on it!)


Layout by Diane:

Layout by Pam:
Layout by Kimberly:

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Hoppy Memories Class Sign Ups

I wanted to remind you all about my Hoppy Memories Simply Scrappin' Kit Class. RSVP's were due today, but shipping times from SU have improved, so I am able to keep sign ups open until April 10.

Class Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: $30
RSVP & Payment: April 10
We will use the Simply Scrappin' Kit "Hoppy Memories" to make 4 two-page layouts. You will go home with the rest of the kit that we don't use. Please bring a paper cutter and adhesive.

Drop off or mail payment to:
Carrie Clary
961 Cottage Avenue
Miamisburg, OH 45342

SSW Swaps--Part 1

One new thing we added to the Super Stampin' Weekend was an optional layout swap. Twelve of us signed up for the swap. The layouts were wonderful! Everyone really did a great job. Here are 4 of the layouts. I'll share the rest over the next couple days.

This first layout is mine. As you can see, I've already put my pictures on it. When I work on my swaps, I almost always have pictures in mind that I can use for it. I used my Big Shot and the Stars #2 die to make the chipboard star. I smooshed the star into my Whisper White craft pad and embossed it with Iridescent Ice embossing powder.


Layout by Debbi:

Layout by Christine:

Layout by Chris:

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Last Days for Sale-a-Bration!

Sale-a-bration is coming to an end. March 31 is the last opportunity to earn your free rewards. Remember, with each $50 purchase, you can choose 1 of 6 SAB rewards. Choose from 4 stamp sets, a bundle of ribbon, or a pack of fabulous Designer paper.

This card made by fellow demonstrator Dawn Olchefske uses the Botanical Blooms stamp set. Earn this set for free by spending $50!

You can view the Sale-a-Bration brochure by clicking here.

The 31st is also the last day to earn an additional free stamp set and get 15% off the Starter Kit when you sign up to become a demonstrator. Some people choose to sign up for the good deal that the starter kit provides, some sign up for the 20% discount, other sign up to build a business. Any way is fine with me and I would love to help you reach your goals. You can view my FAQ about becoming a demonstrator in the right hand column under "Special Download Forms". Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Friday, March 27, 2009

SSW Layout #2

This is the second layout from the Weekend. I fell in love with the Game Night stamp set as soon as I saw it. We love to play board games. Kyle has a closet full of them. It's nice as he's getting older and likes to play grown-up games. There is only so many times I can play Candy Land!

This color scheme is based on the Sorry game. I had tried to use the colors in the coordinating Jackpot designer paper---Real red, Basic Black, So Saffron--- but I didn't like the look of it. If you've gone to Vegas or Atlantic City or any place that you gambled, the stamp set and designer paper is a must! The color scheme in the designer paper is much more grown up than my Bold Bright colors, but I had kids in mind when I designed it.

I used the Big Shot and the Serif Essentials alphabet for my title. The Big Shot got a huge workout over the weekend as most of the ladies used it numerous times.

Thursday, March 26, 2009

SSW Layout #1

This is one of the two layouts we did as part of the Super Stampin' Weekend. Based on past years' feedback, I decided to keep the make and takes pretty simple so that they didn't take too long to complete. This layout uses chipboard from the On Board So Tweet pack. It uses the designer paper from the SAB catalog as well as the ribbon. I thought this would be a perfect layout for some outdoor pictures.

There are many ways to work with chipboard (you can find additional ideas here), but this time I chose to use sponge daubers to ink the pieces and then stamped on top of them with a darker ink using the scallop stamp in the Polka Dot Punches stamp set also found in the Sale-a-Bration brochure.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

SSW gift

This is the gift that I hinted at in a previous post about getting ready for the Super Stampin' Weekend. I found the pink bags at Flower Factory and thought they were perfect to hold odds and ends like markers, scissors, ink pads, and other tools of the trade.

I made monogrammed tags for each person using my Big Shot and dies. I also put bags of chocolate inside the pink bags. The ladies were greeted with their happy pink bags on their tables when they arrived.

Throughout the weekend, we gave away lots of door prizes--stamp sets, Stampin' Around wheels, ribbon, layouts, cards, etc. We also had little challenge prizes for various things--who arrived first, stayed up latest, messiest table, etc.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Back from Super Stampin' Weekend!

What a fantastic weekend! I had so much fun at the Super Stampin' Weekend! We had good food, lots of space to crop, and great music (all thanks to Delilah :o)). We had a total of 16 ladies join us at King's Domain Lodge in Lebanon. Nine of us stayed the entire weekend, while 7 could only join us on Saturday.

While I had a lot of things to do to keep the weekend rolling, I was able to finish 28 two-page layouts! That's 56 pages. I am so excited. I am almost completely finished with my 2008 pictures. Most of those pages were swaps that I've received over the years. I never would have been able to get as much finished without them. I will share some of my pages over the next few weeks.

I still haven't unpacked--it's going to take a while. I don't have pictures to show you because I left my camera at home, naturally!

Friday, March 20, 2009

MOPS Easter Layout

My MOPS group (Mother's of Pre-Schoolers) meets on the 3rd Mondays of the month. After the planned craft didn't turned out as expected, I was asked if I could come up with an Easter layout for the group. Because I was short on time, I decided to take a layout that I'd already used and modify it so that I could use the Sale-a-bration Designer Paper and ribbon. You can see the orginal layout here.

When I did the orginal layout as part of my Club, we didn't have the Scallop Edge punch, yet. We used the corner rounder to make the scallops. It's a long and tedious process that most of the ladies disliked--immensely! The edge punches make the effect much easier! This new layout uses the Eyelet Edge punch found in the current catalog.

Don't forget---Sale-a-Bration ends March 31! Don't miss out on earning your free Sale-a-Bration rewards. With each $50 order (before shipping and tax), you can choose one of the 6 rewards for free. You can find the Sale-a-Bration brochure to the right (it's the pink one!).

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Getting Read for SSW--Part 3


What in the world is this you ask? This is me getting organized for the Super Stampin' Weekend coming up March 20 -22. I use the 12x12 Craft Keepers to organize my pictures and swaps. I sort through my pictures and match the up with any swaps I might have. If I don't have any swaps, I still put them into a craft keeper and add some coordinating cardstock so that I can go back and make pages for them. Sometimes, I might add coordinating cardstock to the swap pages to--if I have enough time.

By doing this, I save a ton of time when I work at the weekend. I just grab a folder and get started. Most swaps don't need much added to them---some matting for pictures and a title. On other swaps, I may move things around a bit or add more stamping. It just depends on the swap and the pictures I'm putting on it.


This picture shows how I organize my swaps. I forget where I purchased the bins--maybe Michael's? Anyway, I bought the 12x12 Dividers that can be used in Stampin' Up's Paper Holders and organized the swaps by Baby/Kid, Christmas/Winter, Spring/Flowers, Sports, etc.

Are you wondering where I got all of these swaps? I've been swapping with my Scrappin' Clubs since I started them over 4 years ago. Before that, I was a member of my upline's Club. I have given a ton of swaps away to friends and family, but always have enough to do my own books. Having the swaps saves me a TON of time when I do my own scrapbooking! If you want more information about my Clubs, read more by clicking here!

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Join the SU family with 3 easy payments!

Sounds like an infomercial, doesn't it? But, it's actually a fantastic promotion Stampin' Up! is offering to anyone who would like to become a demonstrator!

Right now during Sale-a-Bration is the perfect time to join. Not only do you get a 15% discount on the cost of the starter kit, you also get to choose ANY stamp set from a current catalog for FREE!

Here is how the 3 payment plan would work out when you sign up during Sale-a-Bration:
Starter Kit Payment Payment Charged* Payment with Stampin' Memories Add-On*
Payment 1 (charged at time kit is entered) $56.34 (+ sales tax) $106.34 (+ sales tax)
Payment 2 (charged around April 15th) $56.33 $56.33
Payment 3 (charged around May 15th) $56.33 $56.33
Total Payment $169.00 $219.00

Here is how the payments work out April 1 - 30:
Starter Kit Payment Payment Charged* Payment with Stampin' Memories Add-On*
Payment 1 (charged at time kit is entered) $66.34 (+ sales tax) $116.34 (+ sales tax)
Payment 2 (charged around May 15th) $66.33 $66.33
Payment 3 (charged around June 15th) $66.33 $66.33
Total Payment $199.00 $249.00


Being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is so much fun! I've met lots of really wonderful ladies because of Stampin' Up!

Here are some answers to some common question--be sure to read my FAQ about Becoming a Demonstrator that can be found in the right hand side under "Special Download Forms."

How much do I have to sell? The sales requirement is only $300 in sales every 3 months. One average workshop would usually cover that. Your sales requirement can be met through a workshop, catalog orders, or your own personal orders.

What discount would I get? Every demonstrator earns a 20% instant income from every merchandise order. If you placed a $200 order, you would receive $40 in instant income. Based on your sales and title, you also have the potential to earn an additional 20% in Volume Rebate.

Do I have to do in-home "parties"? No. While workshops are important for building your business and meeting new people, you don't have to do any. Some people sign up to become a demonstrator just for the discount while sell periodically to their friends and family.

What if I decide I don't want to be a demonstrator anymore? Then you just stop placing orders. There are no penalties and you can quit at any time. Once you don't make your sales quota, you are finished.

Would you help me get started? I will support you as much as you need me! I will train you on how to place orders, use the business website, and even help you plan your first workshop, if you'd like. If you want to do it all on your own and don't want my help, that is fine, too!

Again, be sure to ready my FAQ sheet under "Special Download Forms" to the right. Call or email me with any questions about becoming a demonstrator. If you decide you want to do the 3 payment option, you will need to mail in this form found here. You cannot sign up through my SU website. I will give you the other forms you will need.

If you want to sign up and don't want to use the 3 payment option, then you can sign up directly through my website. My password to sign up online is SUDEMO.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Getting Ready for SSW--Part 2

Look what I found on my doorstep today! We pulled into our driveway and Kyle saw the boxes and said "holy cow!" These boxes hold the orders for the Super Stampin' Weekend. If you turned in your order late, then your goodies will arrive on Friday.

Look at all this stuff! Doesn't it make you happy just looking at it? It looks like the popular Sale-a-Bration items are the Polka Dot punches set and the Delicate Dots designer paper. I see a lot of cardstock and designer paper, Big Shot dies, and a few stamp sets. It looks like everyone will have plenty to keep them busy!

I can't wait for the Super Stampin' Weekend! I still have so much to get ready, but I am looking forward to having a weekend away from home. I bought some more of the craft keepers I use to organize my photos and swaps at Michael's today, so I can sort some more of my pictures. I still have to do my swap, but now that my order is here I can get started!

Sunday, March 8, 2009

Club Card

Tomorrow is my Mixed Club meeting. This is a group of ladies ( a few relatives, too!) who have been stamping with me for a long while. This is the last meeting of the Club round, and we will be making cards. One of the cards we'll be making is this stair step card. It is a really neat card to make and doll up because it can sit on a shelf as remembrance of the sentiment or occasion.

I had never made one of these and was really surprised at how easy it was to make. This card uses the Big Shot and some dies. I used the "Scallop Circle" (which is my absolute favorite die) and the "Bird w/ Leaves and Flower" die which is my newest die. I am not a bird person, but I have just caught on to the bird trend that Stampin' Up seems to be on. I bought both of the silly bird sets on pages 90 and 91 and now I have the Big Shot die.

This club starts a new session on April 9 and has room for 2 more members. It will be a Scrappin' Club this round. The club meets on the 2nd Mondays of the month at 7:00 pm. We meet at 6:30 for those who want to do dinner. Each month's hostess takes turns picking up dinner (we all pay for our own!). This is an optional part of club. Our club also swaps layouts which makes keeping up with your own scrapbooking so much easier. Please contact me if you have any questions!

Directions for the Stair Step Card:

1. Start with a 5 x 8 1/4" piece of cardstock for the base of your card.
2. Score at 1 1/4, 2 1/2, 4 1/4, 6, 8 1/4.
3. Accordion fold it so that you have 3 stairs of varying heights. Start the fold so that the first small stair is facing down.
4. Cover your stairs with designer paper or cardstock of your choice. Mine measure 1 x 4 3/4", 1 1/2 x 4 3/4", and 2 x 4 3/4".
5. Decorate the 3 stairs with various die cuts or cut-out images. Be sure that when you fold the card, your pieces don't stick out to far to prevent the card from fitting into a standard envelope!

I will share the 2nd card-a spiral pop-up card---tomorrow!