Hello Friends!

I hope you are all surviving the snow that has spread the entire East Coast the last week or so.  We were super lucky here in Massachusetts….the BIG snow fizzled and really amounted to very little (an inch maybe) where we live.  After six weeks of no snow, I really don’t want any now.  Needless to say, based on the prediction of snow, we had an early release - which meant we were home by noon - woohoo!  I have many home projects in the finishing stages at this point since we are having company over vacation week so I took advantage of the few extra hours.

Don’t think I spent hours on house projects…I got distracted by these:

Super easy, super quick, super yummy, super for Valentines Day!  Heart Shaped Shortbread Cookies - a little heart shaped Dove chocolate and a little pink chocolate drizzled over the top - and this morning perfect with coffee or tea.  Actually, they are for a Cafe project for the kids in my classroom…but who says I didn’t sneak one?

Thanks for peeking!

Robin

Well hello friends!  Welcome to Tuesday - aren’t you glad Monday is over and done with?  Before I returned to working outside of the home, I always thought Mondays were the best…that was the day the kids went back to school, I had the house to myself to regroup, get caught up on chores AND do some creating…now I usually can’t wait to get through Monday.  This Monday evening, I made a little time to participate in the SCS challenge - Try a New Technique - take a look at this cute Bucket Purse - cute, eh?  If you’re a demonstrator, I also posted it over at Stampin’ Connection - some really great ideas over there…just search Valentine and take a look at all of the ideas - FABULOUS!

I couldn’t resist using Love Bandit…just so cute.  I also used the new small heart punch from Stampin’ Up! and some yummy (but retired) sheer organdy ribbon.  Slowly but surely, I’m making my way through my Valentine gifty list…so hopefully you won’t mind all of the little packaging ideas over the next few posts.

Enjoy your Tuesday!

Robin

Good Morning!  Life presents many challenges…finding time to be creative these days is just one of my many challenges.  When pressed for time, I find it useful to jump into one of the challenges hosted by Split Coast, the new Stampin’ Connection or other sites/blogs.  Yesterday I chose the Featured Stamper Challenge over at Split Coast…the gallery belongs to ButterflyEars (aka Nichole).  She has a wonderful gallery and I was inspired to make this card:

Once again, I used some retired lovelies…Baja Breeze card stock, Baja ribbon…pretty retired designer paper…and one of my favorite stamp sets Embrace Life.  The flowers are stamped onto watercolor cardstock and colored using the Baja ink and Aquapainters.

Have a creative day!

Robin

Happy Sunday friends!  We are in a deep freeze here and given that my crafting studio is at basement level, it’s a bit chilly down there today.  So I’m creating in bits and pieces today.

Does anyone else miss the Bella Rose designer paper, Riding Hood Red, and Pink Pirouette besides me?  My supply is getting dangerously low, so I’m using it sparingly.  Today, I altered a 5 1/2 x 3 3/4″  by 2 1/2″ tall box that was part of a cookie package we received from a business associate.  The boxes are super sturdy so I just couldn’t part with them.  I have a few birthdays coming up so I thought they would make the perfect size box for a gift card and a little something extra…here’s the Before and After:

and here are a couple of other views of the finished project.  I hate it when I make something I really like…I have a hard time parting with it!  In addition to the Bella Rose, I used the oval die cut, Birds and Blooms, Sweetest Stem for the Big Shot, the yummy new felt flowers in the Occasions Mini, the pink taffeta ribbon, as well as the new scallop punch you can get FREE with your Sale A Bration purchase…you can go here to order direct, or contact me at stampwithrobin@comcast.net …

Stay warm!

Robin

Hello there friends - I know it has been a while, AGAIN, but life keeps us on our toes.  With the kids school, sports and work for me…the days never seem to have enough hours.  Are you finding enough time to enjoy some crafty goodness for yourselves?  There really is no better time than these colder, snowy days - really warms the soul to create something handmade.

Today. I have a sweet little trinket box to share with you - the box is made of paper mache, I painted the bottom and rim with the shimmer paint tinted with a little pink and burgundy ink.  The box is covered with yummy paper, retired organdy ribbon, chipboard, felt flowers and a corduroy button.  The box will hold 4 Lindt Truffles, or some other small treat - sure to add a little sweetness to someone’s day.

Note, all products are Stampin’ Up!, current and retired.  Hope you’re a little inspired!  Happy creating -

Robin

Haitian Disaster Relief

On January 12, 2010 a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, leaving in its wake devastation so overwhelming that the Haitian people and their leaders can only look for help from the outside to cope. As a Stampin′ Up! demonstrator, we can help make a difference in the lives of those who continue to suffer from the effects of this earthquake by purchasing, and more importantly selling, the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set.

From now until February 28, 2010, $2 from every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set we sell will be donated to the American Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund. The Red Cross is already well-established in Haiti, and this money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need. Contact me at stampwithrobin@comcast.net or order here ! Every little bit helps!

So…back before Christmas, I had stamped, colored and cut out the head of the Seasonal Snowman Thanks…you know, to make package tags, LOL!  SERIOUSLY, how did I think these would get made among all the other stuff I had to do?  The great thing about this craft is that we can set things aside and find something to do with the items later…it’s still snowman season, right?  AND, I am overdue with my thank you notes, so I put them to good use.  Take a look at this adorable trio of thanks:

and each individual card:

All three cards use the new punch from Stampin’ Up! Occasions Mini - don’t you love it?  The rest of the supplies are old news..but stay tuned, I’m on a roll and promise to use some new SAB and Occasions goodies again soon.

Have a great day! and Happy Creating!

Robin

Valentine’s is just around the corner, and if you’re like me you’re oh so glad to be making something besides December holiday projects…what can be sweeter than making a fun valentine for a loved one, friend, child’s teacher - well anyone really?!!!

In all the frenzy of what is SaleABration, plus a new Occasions Mini…you won’t want to miss this sweeeeeet set and fun accessories to go along with…

Heart Treat Cups (#120435) and the coordinating Sweetheart stamp set (#120415) will be available for purchase on January 5, 2010.  Don’t forget the padded envelopes for mailing…the heart punches that coordinate - not a limited time offer, but you’ll definitely want to limit the amount of time you wait to purchase so you don’t get caught waiting right before Valentines Day.

Click here to see more, then go here to order!

Thanks for stopping by!

Robin

Hi Friends!  It’s 2010 and I say out with the old and in with the new for sure! I know many of you will AGREE!

Lots of fun things happening that you won’t want to miss - one word just about sums it up SALE-A-BRATION !!!  You can skip the excuses below and go right to the stampin’ parts if you wish…

I’m still here, although posting less frequently than I should or would like too.  My little family has been very busy and as many of you know, the older they get, the busier it gets.  If only I could clone myself, I’d be all set.  Sadly family priorities take precedence and that means the old blog suffers.

I have still been able to get some stamping and creative time in…so not to worry, but getting pictures taken, edited and posted takes extra time that I haven’t had lately.  I’d love to say that my new year resolution is to be better about it but….I’ll try to share more.

So with that, let’s get to the fun stuff:

If you haven’t received your Occasions Mini or Saleabration Mini, don’t despair, Stampin’ Up! is on it - minor snafu, but please do let me know if you regularly receive these publications from me and don’t have yours yet.  In the meantime you can go here to view them on-line, look over the right hand side and download Occassions and Saleabration brochures.

You won’t want to miss a thing, and pay careful attention to the new Saleabration goodies - not only can you earn stamp sets with every $50 (net) purchase, but Stampin’ Up! is offering an awesome punch or paper pad this year too!  Still not enough, check out the list of other FREE sets you can earn with purchase that are currently featured in the catalog - YEP, this year you can even earn select sets that might already be on your wish list!!!!

Pay careful attention to the Occasions Mini - your eyes are not playing tricks on you…with the introduction of this catty, Stampin’ Up! is offering their new clear mount stamps as an option - note these are still the awesome rubber stamps but have the cling mount option with image so you can see it through the clear blocks.  Talk about the best of both worlds…space saving options, same great rubber stamp product and since they cost less, you can buy more!  Look for more of these as new catalogs are introduced.

If you have $150 or more on your wish list, you might want to consider becoming a demonstrator - take advantage of the discount, demonstrator only promotions, work toward a cruise, earn some extra money…the opportunities are what you make them - but for sure you’ll love taking advantage of the discount savings and advance purchase opportunities.  SAVE $$$ on the starter kit during Saleabration, plus earn a bonus set from Stampin’ Up! - see more below

Choose any retail stamp set (valued up to $47.95) from the current catalogs when signing up during the promotion. Plus, get 15 percent off your Starter Kit (Standard or Digital+)!

So now that you’re all caught up…ready, set, GO look at the new goodies, make your list and contact me at stampwithrobin@comast.net or go here to order!

Happy New Year and Happy Stamping!

Robin

Still looking for last minute gifts?  Want something under the tree you know you’ll love?  Why not buy and wrap for yourself - that’s one of my favorite annual traditions, lol!

The best part is SAVING on the things you love, right?  Take a look at the list below…for the next 12 days you can save on all of the following - while supplies last of course!  Don’t forget, if you want to be assured holiday delivery, order by December 15th.

12 Days of Holiday Sales

Dates: December 11-22, 2009

For 12 days only, you can get discounts on select Big Shot dies and materials. See below for complete offering.

Things to Remember:

• You can order directly thru me (stampwithrobin@comcast.net) or go here to order on-line
• The sale begins Friday, December 11, 2009, 12:01 AM (MT), and ends Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 11:50 PM (MT).
• Items must be ordered by December 15, 2009, in order to arrive in time for Christmas.
• Discounts range between 15-25 percent.
• There are no quantity limits.
• There are no qualifiers to receive the discount.
• For online orders, discounts will be reflected in the “regular price”; “catalog price” will show the non-discounted price.

Product Offering: