Well the alligator didn't really swallow my hand but I had to have some really good reason as to why I haven't posted on my blog for so long and I thought that would get your attention. LOL!!
My husband and I went to visit our son and 3 yr old granddaughter in Sweden. We have been back for a month but between having company and other commitments, I kept putting the blog on the back burner. So today I'm going to try to make up for my long absence.
First, please indulge me while I brag on my little granddaughter by posting one photo...I can't resist. She's a happy little girl and I already miss her sooooo much.
We've been having a lot of fun in Stampers Club. I have three current clubs...two of them meet in the evening and one during the day. If you would be interested in joining a club and receiving free hostess products enjoy hands on projects each month and be introduced to the newest product, email me at carolyn@oh2bstampin.com.
This card was made with the Diamond Dust Technique. The Bermuda Bay ribbon is from the new In Color Polka Dot Collection. It was attached with one of the clips from our Clip Collection. The stamp set is For All You Do and I also used a Texturz Plate to create the dry embossing on the background.
To recreate the Diamond Dust technique, stamp the image on cardstock. Cover the entire image with Versamark. Sprinkle with Iridescent Embossing Powder and emboss with heat tool.
This was a fun card to make but I am not the original creator. I saw this card on someone's blog and the first thing I thought when I saw the black dots was "I didn't know we had a polka dot stamp." Then I realized we don't...can you guess how they were created?? The stamp set used in this card is Eastern Blooms but the stem came from a different set...I think For All You Do if I remember right but you can use any stem to recreate.
I am excited to announce the Totally Techniques Class...a new series of classes which will concentrate on stamping techniques. The first class will be held on August 11 at 6:30 p.m.and the cost is only $10 (will be credited toward a $35 order the night of the class.) In each class, participants will learn two new techniques and make two projects using the new techniques. Each person will receive a printed technique page that can easily be stored with the card in our 6x6 scrapbook album which you can purchase the night of class at 10% off.
RSVP and prepayment required by August 9. If you are interested in attending this type of class but cannot make it to the first class, email me and let me know. As I schedule future classes, I would be glad to schedule them on a night convenient to the majority of participants. Email or call me and cast your vote on what night you would prefer these classes be held.
To register for theTotally Techniques class on April 11, just click on the PayPal button below.
The BIG SHOT CLASS continues to be popular so I'm adding another class to the August schedule. This class will be held on August 18 at 6:30 p.m. In this class you will make 2 to 3 projects featuring my favorite new toy (I mean tool...LOL!!). If you own a Big Shot, please bring it with you along with the cutting pads, multipurpose platform and adhesive. All other materials will be provided. If you don't own one, come try it out. You will love this new crafting tool. Can be used to cut up to 50 different materials so it's not just for paper crafts. Come Try It Out!! Save and Ask Me about the Big Shot Club!
In the Big Shot class, I always have a special die of the month that is marked down 10% when purchased at the class. The class cost is free to Big Shot Club Members, $5 to Past Club Members and $8 to Non-Club members.