Hunting Grace

2011-05-01T16:09:00.000-07:00

Thanks to those of you who placed an order with me this past week to pull me out of pending status with Stampin'Up! I will now be able to continue being a demonstrator and as my kids schedules are freeing up a little bit, I am able to put more time into my love of paper crafting. I would like to thank those of you who sent me emails and phoned to tell me how disappointed they were that I wouldn't be demonstrating any more. It warmed my heart to hear such kind words.

I am starting a Stampers 10 group that will take place towards the end of the month. If you are interested in getting together once a month and can commit to buying $20 worth of great products each month the hostess benefits will rotate through the 10 members. When your month arrives you will receive a free stamp set as well as free product of your choice. Each month we will focus on a new technique or product as well focusing on a seasonal theme. All supplies will be provided. I am happy to have these take place at either my home or yours. This is a great way to meet new people as well as having some productive and creative "me time"! Please get in touch if you are interested in joining my group, or even starting your own with your own group of friends.

I'll be holding a two classes on May 25. One in the day from 12:00-2:00 and again at 6:30-8:30. They will be masculine cards in honour of Father's Day. They will be the same cards at both classes, I'm trying to accommodate as many people as possible.

Stamping isn't just for the "Martha" types. Anyone can do it! If you think you can't-I promise you can!

Thanks again everyone for your support!

Peggy

Christmas Already?

2010-11-02T11:16:00.000-07:00

How does time pass faster this time of year? I'm starting my Christmas Cards, and will be having a craft sale at my house the first Saturday of December. I am also taking orders, for cards and teacher gifts. Pictures of some great gift ideas, and the cards available will be posted soon!

Christmas Loot Bags

2010-11-02T11:14:00.001-07:00

These little loot bags are a perfect size to hold gift cards! It can be a little impersonal giving those, but really are the perfect gift. This makes it just a little more thoughtful I think!

2010-11-02T11:11:00.000-07:00

Mummy loot bags for Halloween! These were so cute I absolutely fell in love with these!

Baby steps in big girl shoes

2010-10-18T19:13:00.000-07:00

Time has gotten away from me yet again! I have more of it now that my babysitting days are over and I have some time to myself! For the first time in 16 years I do not have a child under the age of five to care for. While I wouldn't trade a minute of those years, it is strange but nice to not have Treehouse TV on in the background, and be able to speak in a grown up voice all day! I will miss the smell of baby things, the squeeze of a little hand in mine, and the sound of a little one breathing softly after I have rocked them to sleep. I have so many wonderful moments I have been able to share in and I have loved them all like they were my own. But now it's time for me to figure out who I am going to be. I hope to spend more time creating projects that bring joy to others, learn to walk, and stay on the path that I have strayed from over the past few years, and learn a little bit about who I am as a person. Some people say that being a SAHM must be easy, no deadlines, no bosses, etc. But really I've been a SAHM to other children including my own for so long, that I have lost myself. While helping all those wonderful children grow, I kind of forgot to keep growing myself! I'm going to take baby steps in my big girl shoes! First step, get this house in order! Some moms can work out of the home, that just didn't fly for this family! Second step will be getting into my craft room and start on my Christmas ideas! Can't wait to share them!

Been Gone Way Too Long!

2010-06-26T15:46:00.000-07:00

My goodness. I can't believe I have gone so long without posting! I have been very busy with my two children. Between hockey, basketball, soccer and a very demanding Irish Dancing schedule I haven't really had time to so much for myself. But two more school days left! I have set a goal to get caught up on my scrapbooking this summer. Even though the break is two months I know it will be September faster than seems possible.

I have been busy however making invitations for showers, birthdays, and weddings. I've also started making some pretty great paper favor cakes as well. They are very time consuming but oh so lovely. I will post pictures of the one I'm working on for a shower as soon as Mr.UPS delivers the rest of my supplies. Grrrr! I also have to come up with some 4 teacher cards and gifts for Tuesday. Best get at it!

Christmas Already?

2009-08-10T16:05:00.000-07:00

Well as crazy as this sounds, I'm starting to plan my Christmas card classes! I will be offering at least one daytime and two evening class per month starting in October. We will make 6 cards of 3 different designs. Also this year we will be making gift tags to go along with them! The cost of the classes will be $25. Keep an eye on my website and my blog for the upcoming dates.

I will also be adding a childrens stamp camp sometime in November. I will guide your child through a variety of Christmas cards, and gifts. Cost and date TBA.

The Holiday mini is chock full of great ideas and supplies be sure to have a look! The date for the realease of Stampin' Up's new digital scrapbooking program will be announced in September! Stay tuned for details.

I've got some really great projects lined up-so be sure to get registered for the classes early. I am limited to 8 people per class.

I hope to get some samples up very soon! Happy Stamping!

2009-06-19T19:20:00.000-07:00

Well, after a week of "work"stamping-I'm looking forward to coming up with some swaps for the new catalogue! Tonight I'm off to see my DH perform with his band Top Heavy, at Rusty's Sports Bar. It should be a great show, not holding out much hope for the service! This is also the weekend of the last Irish Dancing Feis of the school year, so I'm off to Vancouver with my baby girl for a quick competition. I love watching her dance more than I love to stamp!

The new catty is my favorite so far! I can't wait for you all to see it! July 1st countdown!

2009-06-09T07:58:00.000-07:00

Here are a few more examples of thank you gifts that, I've made for teachers, bus drivers
support staff and some special friends. Our

wonderful school of over 700 children is being divided at the end of the school year and we will be saying goodbye to half of our friends, and teachers. It's very sad for everyone, but will be better for our children to not be so crowded. We are especially sad to say goodbye to Kiara's teacher that she had this year. She really did an amazing job this year. And we are so sad that she won't be at our school next year.

Coffee Box, Post-it Holder, Monogrammed Jar (contains homemade bath bombs shaped like cupcakes!). I hope they like them!

New Update

2009-06-08T09:36:00.000-07:00

It has been so long since I updated my blog, I figured I better get on that right away. I have been busy thinking of teacher gifts to make, and have some pretty cute things! I'll be posting pictures throughout the day. The first one I'm putting up is a case of a scrapbook page I saw. I'm not hiding it in a book, I'm going to frame it! This is my rough copy, as I wasn't sure what I was doing with it until I was finished! I hope you like it. Don't forget to leave me comments!

Have a great day!

Open House

2009-02-05T13:57:00.000-08:00

My open house is this Tuesday night. 6:30-9:00. I have included some pictures of the new Decor Elements, but you will have to come and see the best one in person. This will be a casual night with a quick and easy Valentines make and take project. There will be a few goodies to have as well.

2008-11-12T09:55:00.000-08:00

Great Teacher Gift!
Gift box includes 6 gift sized cards.
$15.
Friday December 5th
9-11

2008-11-12T09:41:00.000-08:00

These were the cards we made at my last Christmas card night.
My last Christmas Card Night will be November 25.
6 cards for $20.

Latest Class

2008-11-12T09:31:00.000-08:00

I saw these ornaments at Canadian Tire, they don't match my color scheme so I couldn't get them, but I made a card inspired by them! This is actually one of the ladies cards who came to the class. Slight mix up but you get the point!

2008-09-26T17:53:00.000-07:00

New Projects! My first Christmas Card class is October 10th at 6:30-9. Space is limited to 15. Please RSVP by October 4th.

Garage Sale!

2008-09-13T09:12:00.000-07:00

I am selling off some of my retired sets!

Please take a look and let me know if you'd like to purchase them before I put them on Ebay!

Sweet dreams-unmounted- $10

Merci-$10

Around and About-$5

Double-Line Doodles-$15

Riveting-$10

From the garden-$10

It's a Shower-$15

Best Blossoms-$10

Polka Dots & Paisley-$15

Looks like Spring-$15

The stress of my first swap

2008-06-26T16:54:00.000-07:00

When I went to the SU regionals in Vancouver I had no idea about swapping. Hundreds of women running around exchanging their cards. It was overwhelming but exciting at the same time! So in a few weeks I will be off to convention and I will be swapping. These are a couple ideas I'm debating. I saw some antique french postcards and was inspired. I'd love to get some comments as to whether they are good enough for swapping!

2008-06-25T13:52:00.000-07:00

This is the newest product from Stampin'Up! I love them! I used the Lollipop Flowers behind Kiara's bed as a headboard. I hope she likes it!

My Upcoming Classes

2008-03-20T21:07:00.000-07:00

April 25
9:30-11:30
Spring Mini Focus
The Spring Mini catty wraps up in May!

These times are flexible if you need afternoon please ask. Feel free to bring a friend!

Spring Break Kids Camp

2008-03-15T08:43:00.000-07:00

These are the projects we will be making this Wednesday at 1:00 at my Kids Spring Break Stamp Camp. A buckle card, post-it holder and a book mark. The cost for the camp is $15 per child and includes all supplies. Please don't wear light colored clothing or anything special as there may be some ink issues! Short sleeves are beneficial. Class limit is 8.

Easter Card Making

2008-03-12T19:24:00.000-07:00

These are the 2 cards we'll be making this week. Friday morning 9:00-11:00.

2008-02-21T18:23:00.000-08:00

I've been making lots of wall art lately. I made this one for Kiara's wonderful teacher Mrs. Weston. I was pretty pleased with how it turned out!

Scripture book

2008-02-17T14:07:00.000-08:00

I made this little book of scripture verses for my girlfriend. I was so happy with how it turned out and I think she was as well!

Upcoming Classes

2008-01-30T09:09:00.001-08:00

February 15
9:30-11:30
$7.00
Wall Art

This is a great way to display your work of art instead of giving it away! You need to bring a 5x7 frame (without the glass works the best).

Time permitting we will also make a card.
Class Limit of 8
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March 7
9:30-11:30
Spring Mini Cards
$5.00

This class will be showcasing a couple of the stamp sets in the Spring Mini. We will be making 2 cards.
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March 14
9:30-11:30
Easter Blessings
$5.00

We will be making 2 cards for Easter.
Class Limit of 8
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Please RSVP for all Class at least 4 days prior so I can prepare! Thanks!

I will be posting pictures of the samples as soon as I can!

Farwell to a wonderful lady..

2008-01-24T14:23:00.000-08:00

Oh how I hate having to make sympathy cards. We lost a part of our extended family this week, and although she led a full and long life, it's always sad. These are the cards we will be sending to her husband and her daughter. They turned out nicely I think, and I hope they receive comfort from the inside sentiment.

"May God's love heal your sorrow and may His peace replace your heartache with warm and loving memories."

cased.

2007-11-04T19:12:00.000-08:00

I got the new Paper Crafts Magazine today, I loved the ideas but of course changed them to fit what I have.

2007-11-01T18:38:00.000-07:00

Get Well My Friend

2007-10-30T14:44:00.000-07:00

2007-10-25T21:10:00.000-07:00

10 Cards in 10 minutes. This is probably the simplest card in the history, but it seems to be special enough all on its own. I love the copper on artichoke. Too bad all my cards won't be this easy! 60 more sleeps 'til Chirstmas.

This weekends classes

2007-10-24T14:03:00.000-07:00

I am so excited for this weekend I'm going Saturday to learn how to make lunch tins. Hopefully my husband will be home on Friday night so I can go to a Christmas card class as well. The thought of making all of the cards and gifts I need is overwhelming me, but I had better get on it. Only a few weeks left! YIKES! I'll be sure to post pictures.

2007-10-24T13:58:00.000-07:00

My anniversary card for my in-laws. I totally cased this one but changed the colors and stamps a bit.

Christmas Cards-Cased

2007-10-15T13:54:00.000-07:00

These are a few samples of cards I'm hoping to make this season.

Very Punny Set

2007-08-29T10:26:00.000-07:00

This stamp set makes such a cute simple set. We gave this to Kiara's dance teacher as a little thank you gift.

2007-08-29T10:24:00.000-07:00

My MIL likes Tommy Bahama,this card is inspired by one of their patterns.

Broken Glass

2007-08-29T10:14:00.000-07:00

This was my first attempt at the broken glass technique. Again with the pressure of know I would be competing with the expert card maker. I love this technique though.

Desk Post-it Holder

2007-08-29T10:11:00.000-07:00

This was the first of many holders I made, I had an order placed for 8 of them, plus I mad them for Hunter's 3 teachers, and 1 for Kiara's. I love the pens that match!

Tina

2007-08-29T10:05:00.000-07:00

I made this card for my "auntie" Tina. She loves red and this just seemed like something she would like. I had pressure as I knew she would get a fantastic card from one of her friends who makes the most unreal cards ever. Sometimes you have to live by Kenny Rogers advice,"know when to hold'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away and know when to run".

Desk Set

2007-08-29T10:01:00.000-07:00

This is the set we gave to Kiara's teacher as an end of the year thank you gift. It was so pretty I almost didn't give it away! It was a 4 sided pen holder, a post-it desk holder, and a post-it holder book.

Baptism

2007-08-29T09:55:00.000-07:00

This card was made for my niece Payton's baptism. My SIL gave them out as thank you cards.

Good things set

2007-08-19T21:15:00.000-07:00

Tropical Thanks

2007-08-19T21:14:00.000-07:00

Hydrangeas

2007-08-19T21:13:00.002-07:00

Baby Girl 2

2007-08-19T21:13:00.001-07:00

Baby Girl

2007-08-19T21:12:00.001-07:00

Gonna try this out...

2007-08-19T20:57:00.000-07:00

I have been told by some of my family and friends that I should set something up online to show my cards off so people can order them. I figured it can't hurt! So as I come up with samples, I'll post the pics here and if you want to order something-give me a call. I am also taking orders for Christmas cards. My new stamp sets should be here next week! The ideas rolling in my brain are pretty good I think!