For Love of Paper

Swirled Butterfly

As I said a few days ago I plan to share the cards and projects I had on display last Saturday at the Leander High School Craft Fair.  This one I completed at the last minute and I have to say it is one of my favorites.

I finally used one of the pieces from my Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware.  I remember being so excited when I received my Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware and then I horded it for a while.  Not terribly long, but definitely long enough. Take it from me USE YOUR STUFF! Don't save it for a "better" project later.

On the flip side I am most definately getting lots of mileage from my Stampin' Up! exclusive Beautiful Butterflies Sizzix Die.  Lots more to come using this one.

If you'd like the recipe for this card click one of the links below.

Swirled Butterfly Card Recipe (one per page)
Swirled Butterfly Card Recipe (four per page)

Check back daily for more creations from my craft fair display.

Baroque Motifs 113490 $27.95 p. 112

Hodgepodge Hardware Styled Vanilla 112454 or Styled Silver 111325 $29.95 p. 175

Stampin' Up! Beautiful Butterflies 114507 $21.95 p. 196

Leander High School Craft Show

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to see us (myself and downline Christine D.).  We had a great day and enjoyed meeting lots of excited new stampers.  We had a quick and easy make'n take and so many people were shocked at how easily and quickly they could create something so beautiful!

For those of you who didn't make it to the LHS Craft Show I will be posting several of the cards and projects that were on display over the next couple weeks.  So stay tuned!

Myself and my Christine D. at the craft show.

Thanks again!

Hoppy Memories Simply Scrappin' Kit 12x12 Page

I am so pleased that I got to use my Hoppy Memories Simply Scrappin' Kit and managed to scrapbook!  I tend to gravitate toward making cards or little paper crafting projects because they are quick (ah, instant gratification) and they come much easier to me.

I have to say using a Simply Scrapping Kit is much like using Designer Series Paper with a stamp set because the colors are already coordinated and even faster than stamping is using the die cut stickers included in the kit. Not to mention there is so much terrific paper and embellishments in one Simply Scrappin' Kit I could make a ton more scrapbook pages, a whole mini album, cards or some combination with just one kit. (The only thing I added was one sheet of 12" x 12" Kraft Cardstock).

Here's a look at everything included in the Hoppy Memories SSK (Simply Scrappin' Kit)

Hoppy Memories SSK p.163 113936 $19.95

• 2 Sheets Each 6" x 12" Self-Adhesive Die Cuts
• 3 Sheets Each 12" x 12" Double Sided Paper
• 2 Sheets Each 12" x 12" Textured Cardstock

The kit coordinates with Kiwi Kiss, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise, Real Red and the ABC Alphabet Upper and Lower Stamp Sets on page 146.

To order Stampin' Up! products online 24/7 CLICK HERE!

April Technique Club Samples

For April's Technique Club Class we will be doing things a bit differently.  Normally we complete three cards or projects; but because the card features two techniques and the mini scrapbook is a design your own project, I've decided to limit this class to one card and one project to allow everyone ample time to "create".

Dates & Times

Saturday, April 4th from 9am to Noon

Tuesday, April 7th from 6 to 9 pm

Take a look at the samples below!

This card features not one new technique but two!

• Faux Silk
• Alcohol on Sizzix Texture Plates

We will also learn how to make the cutest and quickest scrapbook ever; and it takes only half a sheet of Designer Series Paper. This little scrapbook would make a terrific gift for friends and family, perhaps for Mother's Day; or give it to an expectant mother without photos so she can add her own. 

Each participant will get to design their own mini scrapbook using the Delicate Dots Designer Series Paper, coordinating cardstock, Sale-a-bration Ribbon and one of the following stamp sets: Cute as a Bug, A Good Egg or Cheep Talk.

Sale-a-bration continues through Tuesday, March 31st.  You can earn the Delicate Dots DSP and/or Ribbon Bundle used in this project for FREE with qualifying orders. Ask me how!

Here's a sneak peak at the inside.  I'm hoping to get some photos inside soon and post another picture.

RSVP right away if you'd like to participate in the April Technique Club Class, either by email chris@forloveofpaper.com or phone 512-259-5575. Anyone is welcome.  However, there are a limited number of seats available and I expect this class to fill quickly.

Color Inspirations

Do you find yourself going to the same colors every time you sit down to create?  If so then here is a great idea; make your own Color Inspiration Ring.

Here's how!

1. Look for color combos you like in the current SU! Idea Book & Catalog, past catalogs, blogs/websites and completed projects.  Make a list.
2. Cut lots of baseball size cards in Whisper White and Very Vanilla. I even have a few in craft.  Use this template as a cutting guide to get the most out of your paper.
3. Use a circle punch (I used a 1") and punch circles for all the color combos you've chosen. Tip: I made a list of all the colors I used and then put tick marks next to each one so I could punch all the circles for each color at one time.
4. Adhere the color circles onto the baseball card blanks and write the names of each color used.

This is also a great way to use up a few scraps.

Click here to get a list of the color combos I found and put in my Color Inspiration Ring.

4th Stamp'n Scrap Garage Sale

Sunday, April 19th
2-5 pm

If you like paper crafting and bargains then mark your calendars!

The 4th Stamp'n Scrap Garage Sale is coming soon.  This is a great way to get new and new to you paper crafting supplies at bargain prices. Items for sale will include:

• Paper
• Stamps
• Embellishments
• Ribbons/Fibers
• Idea Books & Magazines
• Storage & Organizational Items
• Tools
• Supplies of all types

If you have some paper crafting items you'd like to sell to make room for new ones be sure to check out the Vendor Information.

Have you ever thought about having your own stamping business?

Now it's easier than ever!

Not only has Stampin' Up! taken 15% off their Starter Kit, making it only $169, to get started in a fun and rewarding business opportunity, they have also made it an option to pay this low rate over three months.

Plus when you sign up to become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator during Sale-a-bration (2/1 - 3/31) you'll also get to choose any stamp set of your choice ($47.95 value) along with all the great stamps, tools and supplies that already come in the Starter Kit.

If you would like more information or to discuss this terrific business opportunity please email me, chris@forloveofpaper.com or call me at 512-259-5575.

Technique Club Swaps

Each month at our Technique Club Classes we also have a swap between club members.  They choose to participate one month at a time.  March's swap was for birthday cards and here are the results.

Great job ladies!

By Anna
Featuring Just Football & Sporting Stamp Sets

By Becky
Featuring the Priceless Stamp Set

By Belinda
Featuring Fifth Avenue Florals and Happy Everything Stamp Sets

By Me, Chris Twing
Featuring Wild About You and All Holidays Stamp Sets

By Deborah
Featuring the Merci Stamp Set from Sale-a-bration 2008

By Loretta
Featuring the Scallop Edge and Scallop Square Punches

Only a few seats left . . . .

Saturday, March 21st from 9am to Noon is the Too Cute to Buzz on By Class.  If you'd like to participate there are only a few seats left.  Prepayment is due by this Saturday, March 14th and can be made by check or paypal.

Click here for more information.

Call or email me today to reserve your seat in this fabulous, technique packed class.
512-259-5575
chris@forloveofpaper.com

March Technique Club

Again, Technique Club for March has passed, but now that I've gotten my technical issues resolved I wanted to post the cards/projects.

3-D Daisy Tag Recipe (one per page)

3-D Daisy Tag Recipe (four per page)

Glittered Vellum Card Recipe (one per page)
Glittered Vellum Card Recipe (four per page)

CASED from SCS User Lisa S

Mono Masking 24-7 Card Recipe (one per page)
Mono Masking 24-7 Card Recipe (four per page)