Happy Halloween!

No Tricks . . . just Treats!

Receive 10% off any online order today through November 2nd!

Just enter coupon code: "10SPOOKY" during checkout!



the fine print: valid online only from 10/31/08 - 11/02/08. Coupon must be entered at the time of checkout. May not be combined with any other offer, special, or Rewards Card.

So Thankful

Need to let someone know you appreciate them? Here's a card for ya:



What I used:

Stamp by Inkadinkado
Spanish Olive VersaMagic ink
Brilliant White, Desert Coral Dark, Spring Willow Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Daisy D's
Frills Cuttlebug Border
Twill Ribbon


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Best Christmas

Another card using the Amuse patterned cardstock . . .
What I used:


Cool Christmas Stamp Set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White & Herbal Garden Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Pearlescent Poppy Brilliance Ink
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
Circle Nesties
Fine Tip Black Pen


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Holly Bird

A pretty quick Holiday Card . . .

What I used:


Cool Christmas stamp set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White & Blush Red Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Pearlescent Poppy & Pearlescent Thyme Brilliance ink
Christmas Red Stickles
Oval and Scalloped Oval Nesties


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Happy Thanksgiving!

One more quick and easy card:




What I used:


Stamp by Inkadinkado
Eggplant VersaMagic Ink
Brilliant White, Papaya Puree Medium and Wizard Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Daisy D's
Tim Holtz Design Ruler
Tim Holtz Craft Pick

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Pink Christmas Tree . ..

. . . and yes, more Glitter!

What I used:


Trees & Poinsettias Stamp Set by Impression Obsession
Brilliant White, Baby Pink Medium, Intense Kiwi cardstock by Prism
Rosebud & Pear Tart Memento Ink
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
The Essential Glue Pad
Crystal Glitter
Circle Nesties
Gingham Ribbon


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Merry Merry! - ETA

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I love, love, love this patterned cardstock by Amuse! It is EXCELLENT quality, 80 lb., takes inks well, patterned on one side, solid on the other . . . love it!

What I used:

Santa with Star & "Merry Merry" stamps by American Art Stamp
Cream Puff and Blush Red Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Rich Cocoa Memento ink
Yellow Glaze Pen
Crystal Glitter
Prismacolor pencils: Crimson Lake, White, Peach Beige, and Peach

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Harvest of Plenty

Another quick and easy card:

Stamp by Inkadinkado
Pearlescent Chocolate Brilliance ink
Brilliant White, Stormy Medium, and Suede Brown Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Just My Type Cuttlebug Border


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Quick Trip

Please note our retail location will be closed Oct. 17, 18 & 21. I'm headed out for a long weekend.

Online orders will not be affected during this time.

See you on the 22nd!

Let the Search Begin!

Yep! Today is the kick off of The Search for the Great Pumpkin!

You have until November 16 to find the pumpkins on all of the participating stores' websites and be entered for some FABU prizes! Just look at this list!

GRAND PRIZES

GRAND PRIZE #1 - $250 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #2 - $100 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #3 - $50 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #4 - a $25 gift basket from Tinkering Ink

3 BONUS PRIZES - 3 Customers with the largest sales receipt will each win $35 in gift certificates from participating stores

8 FIRST PRIZES - $25 in gift certificates from participating stores
6 SECOND PRIZES - $15 in gift certificates from participating stores
20 THIRD PRIZES - a $10 gift certificate from participating stores

Here's a hint to help you with your search:

"something old, something NEW, something SOFT and FLOWERY, too."

Click here to start searching! Good Luck!

Fall Colors

Super easy Fall card:



What I used:


Stamp by Inkadinkado
Pearlescent Chocolate Brilliance ink
Cream Puff, Suede Brown Dark & Spring Willow Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Memory Box
Rectangle and Scalloped Rectangle Nesties


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Trick or Treat!

Here's a quick Halloween card:

What I used:


Stamps by Inkadinkado
Onyx Black Versafine ink
Grape Jelly Memento ink
Brilliant White and Intense Orange cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Tinkering Ink
Orange Ric Rac
Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool
Prismacolor Pencils: Orange & Pumpkin Orange


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Glitter, Glitter . . . .

everywhere . . .on the floor and in my hair!

Not too sure what's gotten into me lately, but I seem to be glittering everything!

What I used:

Ocean Border & Ocean Tree by Impression Obsession

Sky Blue & Bahama Blue Memento inks

The Essential Glue Pad

Brilliant White, Nautical Blue Light and Nautical Blue Medium cardstock by Prism

Crystal Glitter

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Joyful Trio

Another cute way to use the Great Impressions Stamp of the Month:

Sample provided by Great Impressions

Yep! More Flower Soft!

Wreath + Vintage Christmas Flower Soft = One Cute Christmas Card!

What I used

Wreath and "Happy Holidays" stamp by American Art Stamp

Brilliant White, Blush Red Dark and Sage Medium cardstock by Prism

Patterned cardstock by Daisy D's

Onyx Black Versafine ink

Vintage Christmas Flower Soft

Red Glaze Pen (for bow on the wreath)

Stardust Gel Pen (for crown and baubles on her dress)

Threading Water Border Punch

Gingham Ribbon

Fine Tip black pen

Prismacolor Pencils

Another Sample . . .

. . . using the Great Impressions Stamp of the Month:

Not only will you receive 50% off the Stamp of the Month with any $35.00 Great Impressions purchase, you'll also receive a picture of six samples PLUS instructions to complete the cards!

Click here to get 'em!

Swirl Trees

And I'm back to the Flower Soft!

What I used:

Large Curvyl Tree, Small Curvy Tree, and Large Flourish Stamps by Impression Obsession

Tawny Light, Tawny Medium, and Sage Dark Cardstock by Prism

Bottle Adirondack Pigment Ink

Desert Sand Memento Ink

Ivory Flower Soft

Sequins

Card layout very much inspired by Impression Obsession.

FREE Make-n-Take!

We'll be hosting a FREE Make-n-Take to celebrate World Cardmaking Day on Saturday, Oct. 4! Stop by our retail location between 11:00 - 1:30 to kick off the cardmaking season!

See you there!

Snowmen Melt Your Heart

This guy is the Stamp of the Month by Great Impressions.

Remember: With any $35.00 Great Impressions purchase, you'll save 50% on the stamp of the month! Click here for all the details.

Sample provided by Great Impressions.