May Special - short time left

A quick reminder about this month's fantastic scrapbooking special. Buy 3 packs of Designer Series paper and choose a 4th set free.

Also, join my team for only $150. Email me to find out how.

Hurry, you only have until Sunday.

May 2009 Challenge

Marelle Taylor, my upline has put a challenge on her blog.

The challenge, if you choose to accept it (LOL) is to copy a card from the current Idea Book and Catalogue (IBC) and then make another card using a different stamp set and colour combination but using the same layout.

I've copied this card from Page 157. I've tried to match it as much as possible. It uses A Rose is A Rose Stamp Set and Bella's Border wheel. The card in the IBC uses Kraft cardstock, but I've used Sahara Sand instead. Everything else is pretty close though.


Created by Lorna
Images ©1990-2009 Stampin' Up!®

The second card is the same layout with a couple of small changes. I've used Priceless and Heartfelt Thanks Stamp Sets; Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Sahara Sand and Whisper White cardstock; Riding Hood Red and Pink Pirouette ink, Riding Hood Red taffeta ribbon and the Pretties Kit.

So, go ahead, use the IBC for it's main intended purpose (to give ideas) and make a card that looks completely different! It's so much fun.

Mother's Day

Created by Lorna
Images ©1990-2009 Stampin' Up!®

I hope all the mums out there had a wonderful mother's day on Sunday and hopefully you could sleep in and enjoy the day.

I made this card for my husband's grandma who lives in Canberra. We saw her the weekend before last, but unfortunately, couldn't be with her on Mother's day.

I wanted to use some of my goodies from the new Idea Book and I wanted a very bright, happy card with a touch of bling, so hopefully, this card brought some cheer to a dear grandma.

Stamp Set: Pocket Silhouettes

Card: Perfect Plum, Riding Hood Red, Pink Pirouette, Certainly Celery

Ink: Riding Hood Red

Ribbon: Certainly Celery wide Grosgrain Ribbon

Accessories: Chunky Glitter, Pretties Kit, Eyelet border punch

BIG Craft Sale

My team and I are having a BIG craft sale on Saturday 23/05/2009.

We're selling some of our stamps and craft supplies (some new, some pre-loved)!

Please come and say hello and grab a bargain while you're there. We'd love to see you.

When: 23 May 10am to 2pm

Where: The Church Hall (Blacktown East Presbyterian) Cnr Heffron Rd and Gallop Gve, Lalor Park.

Great Team

This is a group photo of my SU! team mates and I at the Convention banquet on Saturday night. That's me at the front in red. Others in the photo are (L-R) Carolyn, Jennifer, Roseanne, Jane, Sue, Marelle, Kirrily, Noreen, Karen and Ruth.

Marelle has become a celebrity after her wonderful presentation on Saturday morning and winning so many awards on the night.

Join this wonderful team for only $150 this month only and receive over $180 worth of products. If you'd like to try owning your own business or want the opportunity to purchase some really good quality products at a discount, this is the best month to sign up. I'm happy to answer any questions, so please send me an email if you're interested or have any questions.

Cheers To You

Created by Lorna
Images ©1990-2009 Stampin' Up!®

I've just arrived back home from Convention in Canberra. We had such a wonderful 2 days and I'm looking forward to next year's one which will be held in Sydney.

I decided to make swaps and this is what I came up with. I originally made this card for a male friend's birthday. However, I decided that this didn't look masculine enough (despite the beer), so I made 20 more of it and decided to use it as a swap. Some of the swaps I made had a martini in the centre, instead of the beer, but the same sort of layout.

Stamp Set: Cheers to You
Cardstock: Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango, Kiwi Kiss, Very Vanilla
Ink: Tangerine Tango
Punches: Scallop Circle, 1-3/8" Circle, Large Oval, Designer Label
Accessories: Daubers, Dazzling Diamonds

Massive Scrapbooking Specials

During May, Stampin' Up! celebrate Scrapbooking month. This month, if you buy 3 packs of Designer Series paper ($16.95 each), you receive one free.

The promotion relates to all sets on pages 132 to 135 of the Idea Book and Catalogue except Sweet Slumber Specialty and the Patterns series of paper on page 135.

To make the most of this promotion, please send me an email or phone me on 0410 343 470.

Eastern Blooms on Love Notes

Created by Lorna
Images ©1990-2009 Stampin' Up!®

Love notes are pre-scored cards that fold to a 3" square. In each pack, you receive 10 each in Whisper White and Very Vanilla with matching envelopes. They are a great idea for a quick greeting or to attach to a present.

This particular love note was put together to go with the previous card. I love that flower in the Eastern Blooms set. It looks great in a very bold colour like Regal Rose.

Stamp Set: Eastern Blooms

Card: Love Notes - Whisper White, Regal Rose

Ink: Regal Rose

Accessories: Chunky Sprinkles

Peaceful Blooms

Created by Lorna
Images ©1990-2009 Stampin' Up!®

Phew, life's been so busy the last couple of weeks. We've had family from England come and go, Easter (of course) and other family events. So, I haven't had any time to post. However, this card has a peaceful kind of feel to it!

I made it using one of my current favourites, Eastern Blooms (page 76 of the current IB&C). If you come to my project class on 16 May, you can make it too. It goes with the project we'll be making. Email or call me on 0410 343 470 to book.

The design came about by accident - I chopped too much off the Regal Rose cardstock, so I decided to use it with a big split in the middle.

Stamps: Eastern Blooms
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Regal Rose, Whisper White
Ink: Regal Rose
Ribbon: Pretty in Pink Taffeta
Accessories: Chunky Sprinkles