Stampin' with Carol

I've been linked!

I've been linked by Allison's Blog.  What fun!  Thanks for the link, Allison!  Now I'm getting some new viewers and that's inspired me to get stamping.  I want eveyone's trip here to be worth while.

I can't remember where I saw the original inspiration for this card.  If it's yours, thank you and please let me know.  This card uses the "Pick a Petal" stamp set from the new Fall/Winter Collection 2007.  And also the Certainly Celery Print Designer Series Paper. 

This was inspired by the catalog sample.  This is from the "All About Occasions" Bundle.  It's a Level 3 Hostess set.  The white is embossed and shows better in person.

Here is a photo tile I made following the tutorial on SplitCoastStampers.  Go HERE to check it out.  I think it would look better if I printed the photo in Sepia tone.  Next time!

And last, but not least...my Sammie girl.  This photo was taken outside the Exploration Station in Bourbonnais, IL.

-Carol

They're here!! They're here!!

Woo Hoo!!!  The new Fall/Winter 2007 Collection catalog is here!

But I'm not excited about that or anything...  I've only looked through it once so far.  But I'm impressed.  I see quite a few "must haves".  Stampin' Up! did a great job with this catalog. 

If you reserved a copy, they are available now for pick-up.  If you didn't, I have a few available.  Off to look through it again and "ooh" and "ahhh". 

-Carol

Oh, where oh where is my new catty?

I'm getting very impatient waiting on the new catalog.  Every noise outside sends me to the window to see if it's the brown truck with a box for me.  But nope...not yet.  Some demos have reported receiving their catalog.  I'm jealous.  They are posting tidbits about what's in it, but I'm not reading it.  I want to be surprised.  But how long can I wait?.........

Just a few things...

Hope everyone is doing ok.  I just wanted to stop by and share a couple of things. 

First, is a card that I made (CASED from Cambria Turnbow).  We will be making this at the Lucky 7 Event on 7-7-07.  RSVP now!

Second, here are a couple of pics from the "paint the parking lot" at the Crete Library last Thursday.  This first one is Sammie playing with her new Cicada friend.

YUCK!

Some artwork by Sammie and her friends!

They had a lot of fun!

Reminder that the retired accessory list is out.  Email me if you need the updated list.  Orders taken until June 29th and items are only available while supplies last.  So, don't wait!  Also, reserve your new catalog by contacting me today! 

Have a great weekend!

-Carol

Retiring accessories list is out!

I emailed it out this morning.  If you did not receive it and would like to, let me know.  There is quite a bit on the list, so if you had something in mind you wanted, act now!  This stuff is only available while supplies last.  And last year it went fast!

Sammie started swimming lessons this week and today was her second lesson.  She's doing really well and I'm very proud of her.  Here's a quick pic of the first lesson...

Tomorrow we are painting the parking lot at the Crete Library.  This was a blast last year and Sammie has really been looking forward to it. 

Hope you're enjoying your summer!

-Carol

Sneek Peek!

Every month Stampin' Up! Demonstrators receive a Stampin' Success magazine with business tips and ideas.  This month we received July's catalog with lots of sneek peeks into what will be in the new Fall/Winter Collection 2007 Idea Book & Catalog debuting July 1st.

Here's a list of the things I noticed...

Stamp Sets:  Sweet Sampler, Giormous Flowers, Think Happy Thoughts

Ribbon:   Double-stitched Grosgrain - Wild Wasabi, Soft Sky, River Rock                                              

              Tafeta - Chocolate Chip

               Wide Grosgrain - Chocolate Chip

               Ribbon Originals - Theater, District

A new Wester Line featuring the Wanted stamp set, Outlaw designer series paper and a star punch.

Punches:  Circle Scallop that appears to fit the 1 1/4" circle punch and they are showing the spiral punch that debuted in the Spring mini catalog.

On Board Clipboards:  Chipboard Clipboards (say that 3 times fast)

Pretties Kit:  Fabric flowers that can be dyed with our aqua painters and many of our mediums.

I don't know about you, but I'm excited to see this catalog!  Looks like Stampin' Up! has really outdone themselves and developed many new stamps, paper and accessories.

Don't forget to reserve your copy of the upcoming new catalog and sign up for the "Lucky 7 Event".

-Carol

Some samples...

...from my last group meeting that I was unable to attend.  But I paid for the supplies, so here are a couple of the projects.

Cute chipboard frame for your desk or for Grandma.  Put a picture on the left side and journal a little on the right.

Crab diaorama card.  Too cute!  Still time to get this adorable set from the Spring Mini Catalog. 

Here's a top view.

This is a lattice card.  We'll probably do something like this at an upcoming class.

Have a good weekend!  Happy Father's Day to those Father's out there!

-Carol

New Catalog Items have arrived!

My preorder of new catalog goodies arrived this week.  Here's a preview...

This is Pick a Petal and sure to be one of my favorites!

The new In Colors!

This is a Level 2 Hostess Set called Perfect Presentation.  I see a lot of potential with this set for my "Bags, Tags, & More" class.

This is a Level 3 Hostess Bundle.  It contains the stamp set and 2 jumbo wheels!

And here's our Kramer.  He got jealous when he saw the picture of the fish on the blog and not him.  :)

Look for my next newsletter in your email box tomorrow.  It contains information on reserving your copy of the upcoming Stampin' Up! catalog and the Lucky 7 Event. 

Until next time!  Stay cool!

-Carol

Sad news to report...

Princess, the fish, died today.  We noticed she wasn't doing well yesterday afternoon and I started preparing Sammie.  Today when we got home she was gone.  Sammie handled it very well, but she's concerned about Nemo being alone.  We spoke to someone at the pet store and it might be the water.  So, we're taking a sample in tomorrow to see what we can do before we get another friend for Nemo.  And he, by the way, seems to be doing just fine.  So, that's good! 

We'll be burying Princess tomorrow in a private backyard ceremony.  Sammie will be making the grave marker herself.  Please feel free to stop by and pay your respects.

-Carol

MIA for a while, but I'm back.

It's been a busy week for us.  It's Sammie's last week of school before Summer break.  Tuesday I attended class with her and yesterday was her last classroom day.  Today her teacher held a BBQ in the park for both the morning and afternoon class.  It was fun!  We ate hotdogs and hamburgers, watched a clown show, got balloon animals, got face painting, had a pinata, and a lot of play time!!  The cicadas were out in full force and that's pretty annoying, but I'm getting over my "fear" of them since I'm constantly picking them off of me.  Yuck!!  After the BBQ, we headed off to the pet store to pick up our two newest additions to our family!  Introducing...Nemo and Princess!!!

I haven't done much stamping lately.  I don't have any classes for a couple of weeks, so I'm slacking!!  I have been reorganizing my scrapbooking and stamping supplies.  Gotta make room for the new stuff!  Stay tuned to your email box for a newsletter with information about preordering the new catalog and the "Lucky 7 Event" where I'll be debuting items from the new catalog!

-Carol