Rachel Stamps

The Bridges of Madison County

Hi Stampin' Friends

• Retirement List is out - get your favorites before they are gone!
• Online Retirement List Party (ends 7 May 2013)
• Free Card Kit tutorial (Ombre Technique) (ends 15 May 2013)
• Internet Hostess Club #2 now forming (when filled)

I forgot to let everyone know abou the winner of the "Guess Which Stamp Sets are Retiring" contest.  The winner was C. Wright of Oklahoma.  She won ten out of ten guesses and has a $20 certificate off her next order.  Congratulations C!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the contest.  It was interesting to see all the guesses that you guys came up with.

Today's card is for my friend Jane.  I usually give her a shabby chic girly card but because I am giving her the book, The Bridges of Madison county as a gift, I decided to use an image from an old Stampin' Up! set called Changing Seasons (2003).  I loved the Bridges of Madison County - when I first read it, I cried and cried.  Then I saw the movie and was very disappointment.  Clint Eastwood is not a romantic type of guy - he was known for his action movies!

The image was stamped on Very Vanilla Card Stock with Early Espresso.  I used the retiring colors (sniff, sniff) Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red, and Certainly Celery to color in the bird, sky, trees and cover bridge. I also used Soft Suede for the roof and fence, Daffodil Delight for the daisies, and Basic Gray for the rocks.  A blender pen was used to blend in the colors.

I covered the book with Fan Fair Designer Series Paper and added a band which you can pull off to read the book

 

The shabby chic flowers are ones I've had for a long, long time - they were attached to the band which holds the book close. 

I used the retiring Lovely Letters Stamp Set (letter J) on the lower right hand corner.

 

 

If you need any supplies, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service and a chance to win free merchandise if you use the Hostess Code 7H4NPKMY

Thanks for stopping by today! 

SUPPLIES:

Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set #115370	Lovely Letters Alphabet #115030	Very Vanilla Card Stock	Riding Hood Red Card Stock	River Rock 8-1/2X11 Card Stock #108640
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad #126944	Riding Hood Red Classic Stampin' Pad #126968	Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad #12697	Baja Breeze Classic Stampin' PAD #126960	Certainly Celery Classic Stampin' Pad #126958
Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad #126981	Blender Pens #102845	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker	Antique Brads	Big Shot Die Cut Machine
1-3/8 Inch Circle Punch #119860	1-3/4 Inch Circle Punch #119850	Word Window Punch #119857	Stampin' Dimensionals

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Beautiful Birthday and blog candy winner

Hi Stampin' Friends

Today's cards features the single stamp called Beautiful Birthday.  Sometimes all you need is a sweet and simple birthday stamp--and this is it! Use it to make cards in advance--so you're always ready with handmade birthday greetings for those you love.

I used the Mojo Monday sketch for this card and it was so much easier using a premade sketch than to try and figure out what looks good.   Do you know of any other blogs that have sketches?

The background paper is from the Spring Catalog and is called Print Poetry Designer Series Paper Stack.  I used one of the flowers from the 5/8" Flower Trim.  This is quickly becoming one of my favorite accessories - love the dimensional flowers.

The leaves are from the Poetry Designer Series Paper Stack and were punched out using the Bird Punch.

BLOG CANDY WINNER:

Random.org selected the following winner for an accessory from the Spring Catalog:

Linda
White ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

That is hard to just pick one. I love the lace tape but I am seeing lots of DP that is pretty awesome also. The secret garden bundle looks neat too.

Linda - please send me your address and I'll get the lace tape out to you.

Thanks to everyone who submitted comments.  I also found it hard to select one because so many fit my style of stamping.  I have to absolutely say that this is my favorite catalog ever!

If you need any supplies to make this card, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 shopping.  Or if you like send me an e-mail and I'll place the order for you.

Thanks for Stopping by today!

 SUPPLIES:

Beautiful Birthday Single Stamp #125562 Very Vanilla Card Stock Midnight Muse Card Stock Print Poetry Designer Series Paper Stack #129312 Gumball Green Stampin' Ink Pad #12686 Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder Big Shot Die Cut Machine Bird Punch #117191 2 1/2" Circle Punch #120906 5/8" Crochet Trim Victoria #118481 5/8" Flower Trim #126869

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And the winner is?

Hi Stampin' Friends

The winner of the Heaven Blessed Clear Mount stamp Set is:

Linda White ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

I just finished making 37, think i will need at least another 10.

Linda - please send me your address and I'll get the stamp set in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who left comments.  I will have blog candy again in a couple of weeks.

Thanks for stopping by today

 

 

Hello Doily and we have a winner!

Hi Stampin' Friends

Today's card features the Hello Doily Background Stamp.  I decided to keep it simple and quick since is for a new private class scheduled for Wednesday, 7 November 2012 and the attendees are new to stamping.

If you are interested in holding a private class in your home, please contact me for all the details.  I can be reached at [email protected] or (479) 876-7453.

The winner of the Reason to Smile Stamp set is:

Kathy Hering ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

Hello,
my favorite costume this year was my daughter, she was a Hippy Chick and won first prize at her school dance. Thanks for the chance, Kathy H

Kathy - please send me your address and I'll put the stamp set in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who played - I really enjoyed reading your comments.

Thanks for stopping by today

Hello Doily Wood Mount Stamp #12284 Perfectly Penned Clear Mount Stamp Set Very Vanilla Card Stock So Saffron Card Stock #105118 So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad #126957

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French Foliage and blog candy winner!

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Join My Virtual Club

Hi Stampin' Friends

Today's card features the French Foliage Clear Mount Stamp Set.  I paired it with Raspberry Ripple and Early Espresso.  Love those colors for the fall!

The set has images of French script and ink spatter backgrounds accented by life-like leaves and post mark accents.

The Red Rose 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon matches the Raspberry Ripple Card Stock perfectly!  The ruffles were made pulling a couple of threads through the middle of the ribbon.

The french script is Early Espresso which was stamped off twice before stamping on the Very Vanilla Card Stock.  I did the same thing with the post mark accent.

The Ink spatter dots was stamped on using Early Espresso Ink.

The butterfly was mading using the Elegant Butterfly Punch and then embossed with the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder. 

I added the rhinestones for a touch of bling!

The base card is Raspberry Ripple that was embossing using the Framed Tulips Embossing Folder.

CONTEST WINNER:

And now for the winner of the Ghoulish Googlies Designer Printed Kit:

monica ([email protected]) has left you a comment:  Rachel I bet the card is very beautiful your work is amazing! can't wait to see it!

Monica - I'll get the kit in the mail to you in the next couple of days.  Many thanks to everyone who played - I really enjoyed reading your comments. 

Thanks for stopping by today

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Sneak Peek

Hi Stampin' Friends

I just couldn't wait to give you a sneak peek at one of next month's Virtual Club project.  It is using the Howlstooth & Scaringbone designer Series Paper (I Love that name!) and just in time for Halloween!  I had a fun time designing the projects and I hope you like them.

For those of you that have not signed up yet, I am offering a FREE embossing folder (your choice) if you sign up by 31 August 2012. 

This exclusive club is for all levels of paper crafters from beginner to experienced!

Would you like to learn the latest stampin' techniques?  Do you want to be creatively inspired?  Would you like to order the stamps and tools a little bit at a time and get a FREE monthly class too?

Commit to making time for you from the convenience and flexibility of your home!

Monthly Themes for Virtual Club

• September 2012 - Halloween
• October 2012 - Thanksgiving
• November 2012 - Christmas
• December 2012 - Winter

Are you ready to join?

Or would you like more information?

thanks for stopping by today.

 

 

 

 

 

We have a winner!

Hi Stampin' Friends

The winner of the Pines & Poinsettias is:

lisa808 ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

I do like (and prefer) your soft colors and patterns. Love that new butterfly.

Lisa, please send me your address and I'll get the stamp set in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who left a comment.  I always love reading your comments - they make my day!

Thanks for stopping by today

We have two winners!

Hi Stampin' Friends

I have two items to give away this week.

1. Itty Bitty Banners Stamp Set (Clear Mount)
2. 6 x 6 DSP paper (2011-2012 catalog)

The first winner is: 

I ordered the same stamp set twice in one week!  Rather than exchange it, I decided to offer it as blog candy and the winner was selected using random.org.     Here's the post...

kathy herrick said...                               

i'm on my way home from moving our daughter to new mexico. would love to hear that i've won this blog candy! take care, rachel!

ReplyMonday, 16 July 2012 at 11:17 AM

 

And our second winner is: 

On Sunday, I posted a card that I made a mistake in putting it together.  I wasn't aware of the problem until I took the picture and by then it was too late to take it apart.  Here's the post

Nanc is the first one to repond with the correct answer!

Nanc said...                               

Hi Rachel,

Although it looks fine, did you mean to put the fancy fan layer on with the smooth side up?

ReplySunday, 15 July 2012 at 08:14 AM

Nanc - please send me your address and I'll get the 6 x 6 DSP in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who played this week - I really enjoy reading your comments!

Thanks for stopping by today.

 

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Blog Candy Winner!

 Hi Stampin' Friends

The winner of the blog candy is

Judy R. ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

Happy Mother's Day! Hope your day was fabulous. My family and I went to the park for picnic like we do every year. It's a beautiful day out today. Thanks for the chance to win some blog candy!

Judy - I'll get this in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who participated.  I really enjoy reading your comments.

Thanks for stopping by today

 

Free stamp Set of the Month Winner

Hi Stampin' Friends

The winner of the Free Stamp Set for the Month of May 2012 is Monica Martinez!.  The prize is the Pines and Poinsettias Stamp set. 

Monica - I'll get the set in the mail to you.

The prize for the month of May is $25.00 gift certificate.  You can order anything (value $25.00) and I'll pay shipping and taxes from the NEW CATALOG on 1 June 2012!  To be eligible all you have to do is place an order through me ([email protected] or (479) 876-7453) or my Stampin' Store and your name will be automatically entered into the contest.

Sneak Peek at tomorrow's card!

 

 

Thanks for stopping by today

 

The winner of the Retired Stamp Set Contest is......

Hi Stampin' Friends!

My problem with posting to typepad has been resolved.  I was so happy to know that typepad is staffed during the weekend because I thought I was going to have to wait until Monday.  Thank you typepad!

Now on to the winner:

The winner of the 2012 "Guess which stamp sets retire" contest is Debbie Gasko.  This year there was a 3 way tie so I had to select the winner based on the date and time of her e-mail.

 Congratulations Debbie - please let me know whether you would a stamp set from the old catalog or the new catalog coming on 1 June 2012.

 Thanks to everyone who participated in this contest.  We had 3 people who guessed ten stamp sets (not necessarily the same ones) and 8 people who had 9 correct answers.  You guys are good!

 Everyone who entered the contest will be receiving a coupon good on their next order.

 

 Retired Stamp Set List

 Saying goodbye is never easy for me! But it's that time of the year again and  time for me to say goodbye to some of my favorite friends that have been with me throughout the years.  

 Stampin' Up! is giving us the opportunity to purchase them before they are gone forever.  That means YOU don't have to say goodbye forever, JUST see you later. Check out the list below and see which stamp sets you just have to purchase before they are gone - I've included both the page order and the alphabet order

Download 2012 Retired Stamp Set List in alphabet order 

Download 2012 Retired Stamp Set List (page order)

 Be the First to get the new 2012/2013 Idea Book & Catalog

How would you like to be one of the first to receive the 2012/2012 Idea Book & Catalog?  All you have to do is place an order through me during the period 15 April 2012 through 30 April2012.  The catalog will be available for distribution on approximately  7 May 2012 and will come directly to you from Stampin' Up!

If you don't order, and you are a customer of mine, you will be receiving your copy by 1 June 2012.

  Mark Your Calendars:

 The retired accessories list will be released on 25 April 2012.  This list will include card stock, papers, inks, reinkers, punches, ribbon, etc...basically everything that is NOT a stamp!  What is really IMPORTANT is that beginning the 25th, everything on that list is ONLY AVAILABLE while supplies last!  In the past, a lot of these items have sold out really fast, especially the card stocks, inks and reinkers.

  Thanks for stopping by today 

  

Fashionable and we have a winner for the Free Stamp Set of the Month!

Hi Stampers

 Have you seen the latest Stampin' Up! Digital Downloads?  I love the Fashionable Stamp Brush Set which was released today. 

This is so retro!  Reminds me of my mother and the 1950's!  I'll be using it in the next couple of weeks.

Here's the file on the latest Stampin' Up! digital downloads

Download 3 April 2012 downloads

The winner of the free stamp set of the month for March is Gloria Ali and she won the stamp set PS I Love you.  Gloria - I'll put this in the mail to you in the next couple of days.

The stamp set for April 2012 is Outlined Occasions from the Sale-a-Bration Catalog.  If you win and you have this stamp set, I have several others you can choose from. 

Everyone who orders from me during the month of April will be automatically entered into the contest.  No minimum requirements.

 Thanks for stopping by today

 

We have a winner!

Hi Stampers

 
Judy Riley won the blog candy ($25.00 in Stampin' Up! products).  Judy, please send me your wish list and I'll place your order.  I'll pay shipping and taxes.

Thanks to everyone who submitted a comment - I really enjoyed reading your comments and appreciate your participation.  I'll have more blog candy in the next couple of weeks.

Judy R. ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

I don't remember any one more specific than another off the top of my head but yesterday's St. Patty's Day was pretty good! The week before my MIL had made the tradtional meal of corned beef, potatoes, cabbage and carrots. Her son (my husband) just had to have some more so we bought the ingredients and she made the meal again and brought it over. Then we all went to a local college to watch my son compete in a robotics competition. We had a full day! P.S. I also tried my hand at making St. Patty's treats using small, black, plastic pots filling it with rainbow Twizzlers and chocolate coins on one end and a cotton candy cloud on the other. They turned out pretty cute!!

Thanks for stopping by today

And the winner is???

Hi Stampers

The winner was selected using Random.org.

Beverly ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

Best memories making and decorating the Valentines box in school.

Bev - I'll get the brad & ribbon in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who played - I really loved hearing about your valentine memories.

Thanks for stopping by today!

 

Apothecary Jar

Hi Stampers

I've been making so many cards lately using the My Digital Studio that you probably thought I had forgotten how to stamp!  But I'm back to my one true love and that is ink and rubba!

The Apothecary Jar Clear Mount Stamp Set was used to make today's card.  This set has several floral-inspired labels in classic designs. This perennially stylish six-piece set coordinates with our Labels Collection Framelits and the Attic Boutique product suite found on pages 22 - 26 of the Occasions Mini catalog.

Since this is one of the cards the ladies will be making at Friday's Stamp Camp, I'll post the recipe after the class.

Don't forget about my Blog Candy which expires on 18 February 2012.  Just leave a comment on any post and I'll use the random generator to draw a lucky winner on 19 February 2012.  The winner's name will be posted on this blog on 19 February 2012.  The prize is the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack from the Sale-a-bration Catalog.

 Thanks for stopping by today!

 

It's candy time

Hi Stampers

It's time for some blog candy!

Ooops! I put the wrong picture up - that's my personal candy! 

I'm giving away the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack from the Sale-a-bration Catalog:

All you have to do is leave a comment on any post between today and 18 February 2012 telling me your favorite Valentine memory.  I'll announce the winner on this blog on 19 February 2012 so be sure and check back on Sunday.  US residents only please.

Thanks for stopping by today!

 

A Stamping Love Story and FSTOM Winner!

Hi Stampers

Our January winner for the Free Stamp Set of the Month is Linda Ferrell.  Linda, I'll get the stamp set in the mail to you.  She won the Elementary Elegance Stamp Set from the Sale-a-bration Mini Catalog.

The stamp set for February is the Sweet Cake Stamp Set from the Occasions Mini.  If you are interested in a chance to win this stamp set, all you have to do is place an order through me or my Stampin' Store and you name is automatically entered into the drawing.

A Stamping Love Story

This month, love is in the air! So reignite your passion for stamping and papercrafting while creating tokens of affection for those you love and care about. Stamps, ink, and paper are the perfect way to send the message that you are thinking of someone and just how special they are to you. Just add a few accessories and you’ll have a lovely gift in no time. Need some inspiration to get you started? Here are just a few ideas ...

 *  A card made with the new P.S. I Love You stamp set (#125460 wood/#125462 clear) and tucked into a briefcase or lunch bag is sure to bring a smile to the recipient’s face.

*  Short on time but don’t want to scrimp on style? Try the Designer Cuts Cards & Envelopes Set (#125414). Just add a little Blushing Bride Smooch Spritz (#125580) or Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details, and you’ll have a dazzling card in no time at all.

*  Crazy about hearts? Then you’ll love creating all sorts of projects with the Fashionable Hearts Embosslits die (#125596) and the brand new Hearts Collection Framelits dies (#125599). These are great for creating embellishments and frames for cards, scrapbook pages, and all kinds of packages.

*  Create sweet-smelling sachets with the Twitterpated Designer Fabric (#125412). Embellish them with coordinating Twitterpated Designer Buttons (#125579) and some 3/8” Pleated Satin Ribbon (Blushing Bride #125570).

*  Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest, dimension, and color to share your love on cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. We have three punches you are sure to adore. You can glue punched shapes directly onto your projects, sew or layer a sheet of card stock that has been punched over a coordinating card stock for a reverse effect. One of my favorites is the Small Heart Punch (#117193).

 So are you all revved up and ready to stamp? Then contact me right away at [email protected] or (479) 876-7453 and I’ll make sure that you have everything you need for creations everyone will love.   If you want to order online, you can visit my Stampin' Store

 Samples:

• http://www.stampinup.com/images/EC/IB101201107_211AL.jpg
• http://www.stampinup.net/uploads/pages/660/00/Dec2011_DBWSproject_NA_2_-pi-_405x391.png
• http://www.stampinup.net/uploads/pages/660/00/jan4_usca_DBWS_Project_2_-pi-_405x391.png

 Thanks for stopping by today!

 

Rachel Sweet Valentine & FSOTM Winner!

Hi Stampers

I decided to play today with My Digital Studio. 

I purchased the Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template last week when it was released by Stampin' UP!.  When I was looking for it on the My Digial Studio, I came across a template that was perfect to convert to a Valentine's Day scrapbook page.  I don't remember purchasing it but it might have been as part of a package.   I added the sentiment from the Sweetest Ever template and a heart from the XOXO Stamp Brush Set and voila! it was ready to go!

Winner - Free Stamp Set of the Month for December 2011:  The winner for December is Becky Robinson.  She won the You Are Loved Clear Mount Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  Becky, I'll get that in the mail to you.

New month, new stamp set drawing:  The stamp set for the month of January 2012 is Elementary Elegance.  I can't show you a picture of it because it's a Sale-a-Bration item but believe me you will love it!

To enter your name in the monthly drawing automatically, all you have to do is place an online order through my Stampin' Store.  No minimum required.

Thanks for stopping by today

Supplies:

My Digital Studio (118108), Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template (129009), XOXO Stamp Brush Set (123601)

And the winner is????

Hi Stampers

We have a winner for the Paisley Petals Stamp Set.

The winner is Nanc Willis.

Nanc Willis ([email protected]) has left you a comment:

Hi Rachel, Since I've been out of work for almost a year, our annual tradition of getting up early and taking advantage of those great deals on Black Friday, sadly will not happen this year, so my husband and I will be staying home and saving money, lol! Happy Holidays to you and your family, Nanc PS - Thank you so much for offering this stamp set...I've been on the fence about getting it ever since the new catalog came out.

Nanc

Please send me your address and I'll ge the stamp set in the mail to you.

Thanks to everyone who submitted a comment.  I love reading them and feel that it's a way to get to know you a little bit better!

I'll have some more blog candy up in a couple of days.

Thanks for stopping by today

 

Stamp Camp, Friday 11 November and FSTOM Winner!

Hi Ladies

Today's post features the Field Flowers Stamp Set.   It's one of the cards the ladies will be making at Stamp Camp on Friday, 11 November 2011.

In case you are wondering if that's a new punch layered under the hello sentiment - it's not!  A fellow demo (Hi Kat!) showed me how to make this cute punch label using the Decorative Label.  I'll have a quick video on how to make this label in the next couple of days.  I'm trying to finish up the video on how to make the cute Christmas purse from last month's Big Shot Class so please bear with me.

I'll be posting pictures of the cards as I make them for the class but the supply list will not be available until after Friday, 11 November 2011.  I'll post it on this blog at that time.

The Free Stamp Set of the Month winner for October is Misty McCollum.  Misty, I'll put the stamp set in the mail to you.  She won the Best Friends #122807 in clear mount.

The Stamp set for November is It's a Wrap Holidays (#122772) from the 2011/2012 Idea Book and Catalog.  If you would like a chance at winning this stamp set, all you have to do is place an online order at my Stampin' Store.  No minimum requirements.  The winner will be announced on this blog on or about 1 December 2011.

November Stamp Camp:

• 11 November 2011, Friday
• 12:00 to 2:00
• My Home
• Light Refreshments
• Cost:  $20.00

Please RSVP no later than 9 November 2011.  If you pay by check, it should reach me by Wednesday, 9 November 2011.  Your payment is your reservation.

 

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