Me & Mi Stamps - Stampin' Up! Projects

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #51 And some BLOG candy!!

2012-01-31T22:26:00.001+13:00

Hi guys!! Yes I am still alive........have been super busy with family who came home for Christmas, my sister from Sydney brought her boy/girl twins home for their first visit and I loved having lots of hugs and kisses. The dreaded vomiting bug hit our family last week and I think I was the worst victim, well that's what I am telling everyone anyway.lol
I am so glad to be back stamping and this weeks sketch was a beauty, Jenn from Try Stampin On Tuesday designed this sketch. So if you would like to join us click here,we would love to have more participate. I thought it would be a good idea to get a head start on my card for valentines.

Over the school holidays we took the kids to the beach and stayed in a little Bach in Mokau, it was so relaxing and the kids had so much fun swimming everyday and fishing etc. We even had some really good friends come up for the day and stay the night with their kids.
I thought you might enjoy some photos.

Thomas looking lost!!

Cheeky Noah!

With all their friends swimming.

Also I have been busy designing projects for this round of Stampin Fun and Friends the theme is Sweet Spring and I can't wait to show you what I have been making.
If you leave a comment, I will be giving out a free pass........also its still not to late to sign up, if you click the badge to the left of my blog under Stampin Fun And Friends it will take you to all the details.
Make sure you pop back I will be drawing out the free pass on Thursday night.
Bye for now,

Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #44

2011-12-06T21:18:00.001+13:00

Hello,

I have an interesting sketch from Try Stampin On Tuesday to show you this week. I don't think I have ever made a card like this before and it was great to leap out of my comfort zone.

Of course with Christmas just around the corner I thought that it was probably a good idea to stick with that theme for today's card.
I am really enjoying playing with this years Stampin Up Christmas DSP I love the touch of pink.
Well if you would like to have a go at the sketch this week click here......we would love to see you.
Have a great night,
Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-12-02T20:16:00.001+13:00

Hi all, just a quick post to show you one of the projects that I created for Stampin Fun And Friends, we had so much fun catching up with old friends, 15 amazing projects that would blow your socks off, and some great video tutorials too.
This Christmas tree does take a lot of Stampin up ribbon but I chose lots of different colours so it didn't seem so bad( omg that was hard getting into my ribbon stash LOL).
Anyway if this is something that you would like to join, click on the left hand side badge, under Stampin Fun And Friends that will take you to the website to join.
Thanks for looking, and if you have any questions about this project or Stampin Fun And Friends don't hesitate to flick me an e-mail.

Amy xxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #42

2011-11-30T19:42:00.000+13:00

Hello,

Well Tuesday has come by again and I have a fabulous sketch to show you.
CherylAnn from Try Stampin On Tuesday has wowed us with another sketch design and I had lots of fun creating this card.
I love shaker cards especially for Christmas cards and they are so simple to make but oh so effective.

If you would love to participate and have a go at this sketch yourself click here.
And if you have any questions about my card you can send me an e-mail,
Thanks for looking,
Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-11-29T12:57:00.000+13:00

Hi everyone! Just wanted to let you know that registration is now open for the next session of Stampin' Fun and Friends - Sweet Spring - featuring spring, Easter, and Valentines projects. Sign up by clicking this link. Reminder: this session is open to the first 50 who sign up!!

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #40 and some eye candy!

2011-11-14T20:23:00.000+13:00

Hello,
It has been super busy in our house hold this week and I forgot to post my card for Try Stampin On Tuesday!Sorry.
I found the sketch challenging, and I think it was more the fact that I didn't have alot of time to spend on my card so it decided to play up....so to speak. lol
Anyway I really hope that you would have a go at the sketch, and check out the other designers cards here.

Also Stampin Fun and Friends has started and the projects going on are amazing! like this one I re-created, Its a Movie Box gift that the talented beastie friend of mine Tracey Old designed. It has a pocket for the DVD and also a pocket that you could put popcorn or a block of chocolate in. Click here to take you to her blog.
It is still not to late to sign up......and you receive 15 tutorials in 15 days just in time for xmas.
Anyway back to the sunshine,
Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #39 and blog candy winner

2011-11-01T22:15:00.002+13:00

Hi guys!! Just a very quick post tonight to show you my card for this weeks Try Stampin On Tuesday. Another wonderful sketch that required playing with some of my new goodies LOL.
Please go check out the the Try Stampin On Tuesday website to play along, we love seeing new people.

Also the winner for the free pass to Stampin Fun and Friends is...............N0#8 Nadine CONGRATULATIONS!!

Anyway I better get myself to bed! have a great night.
Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #38 And some blog candy!!

2011-10-25T22:33:00.001+13:00

Good evening, and can you believe that its that time of the week again.

Is it just me or are the weeks getting shorter?? Tuesday seems to be flying around so quickly and it feels like just yesterday when I last updated.
Try Stampin On Tuesday has another fabulous sketch this week and I thought that it was about time to pull out my xmas stamps.

I really enjoyed making this card and I hope you get a chance to play along, just click here and it will take you to the sketch.
Also I am going to give away a free pass to the next round of Stampin Fun And Friends, so leave a comment and I will pull out the lucky winner this coming Monday.
Have a great night,
Amy xxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #37

2011-10-18T20:55:00.000+13:00

Hello and I am back again to show you the sketch for Try Stampin On Tuesday!!
I had a friend send me some SU goodies that you can only get from America.....oh it was so much fun playing with some new DSP and Stamps and check out that beautiful button....fingers cross we get all this eye candy in our next mini.

CherylAnn has whipped up another amazing sketch for us to play with this week so click here and have a go!! We would love to see what you have made.
Well its the last week of the school holidays and it is going way to fast!! I have been busy making my projects for the next round of Stampin Fun and Friends which has kept me out of trouble if that could be so. Also in the next couple of days I will post a free pass for someone to win for the next round, so make sure you come back.
Anyway have a good night,
Amy xxx

A bit of this and a bit of that!

2011-10-13T16:05:00.000+13:00

Just a quick post to show you the second project that I designed for Stampin Fun and Friends!! And also a card that I made for a sketch challenge!!
We had alot of fun this round and there was some amazing projects that were on display.

The next round is just in time for Christmas with some amazing present ideas and gifts.
Well I better get back to my tea preparations I have a potluck to go to tonight!
Have fun.
Amy xx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #36

2011-10-12T19:02:00.000+13:00

Hi everyone, Its been awhile.........sorry I haven't updated for what seems like an eternity!!
I have been in and out of hospital and have had a busy week! My baby turned 6 over the weekend and with a party to put on etc it has certainly kept me out of trouble hehe.
I have a great sketch to show you from Try Stampin On Tuesday!! I pulled out a few of my new goodies to play with, I even found some retired Real Red ribbon that I thought matched so well.
I love this new stamp set Up Up and Away!! Its so cute.
Anyway I have a few cards and projects to show you over the next few days so make sure you check back!!
And if you get a chance pop on over to Try Stampin On Tuesday and have a go at the sketch and check out the other designers cards.
See you soon.
Amy xxxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-09-26T06:41:00.000+13:00

Hi I thought that I would show you my first project that I designed for " Stampin Fun and Friends"! The theme is Autumn with those beautiful browns and oranges.
If you would like the tutorial on how to make this big box then its still not to late to sign up......just click the badge on the left hand side and that will take you to all the details.

We are having so much fun and the chat rooms are hilarious!!
Anyway I hope you have a great day and I will be back to show you the " Try Stampin it Tuesday" sketch tomorrow night!

Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #33

2011-09-20T22:00:00.002+12:00

Good evening!!
Well its rolled over to Tuesday again which means another sketch for us to play with.

This card was so easy to whip together.......And for some of you a shock to see that I have used purple!!! LOL.

If you would like to have a go at this sketch click here. CherylAnn does an amazing job designing these sketches.

I have been super busy with Stampin Fun and Friends getting my two projects organized and I can't wait to show you all the amazing projects that some of the other designers have made.
It is still not to late to join up.....In fact tonight is the opening night whoop whoop.

Sorry this is such a quick post but " Greys Anatomy" is on tonight and I don't want to miss it!!
Have a great night and I hope to see you over at Try Stampin On Tuesday.

Big hugs,
Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #32

2011-09-13T21:30:00.002+12:00

I think after making both my projects for Stampin Fun and Friends I have got Autumn on the brain.
I love this stamp set that I borrowed from a friend and it worked beautifully with the sketch that CherylAnn from Try Stampin On Tuesday has designed for us this week.
I paper tolled the stamped leaves just to give the card a bit of dimension and this stamp set is so easy to use.

If you would like to play along this week and hope that you do click here.......I have previewed the other designers entries and they look great so pop over and have a peek.

Well onto some exciting news.......The winner for the Autumn Artistry round for Stampin Fun and friends goes to..........Maree!!!!
Congratulations I know you are really going to love it!!
Anyway have a great rest of the day,
Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-09-12T15:23:00.000+12:00

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TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #31

2011-09-07T10:00:00.002+12:00

Hi, oops sorry this post is late.....I scheduled this post for 11pm last night, but instead I had scheduled it to go at 11am this morning.
Anyway CherylAnn has a really easy sketch for us all this week, and I couldn't resist pulling out my stash of fabric to play with hehe. If you would like to play along with us this week then click here.

I have been super busy getting my projects ready for the next round of Stampin Fun And Friends.
The theme is Autumn / Fall, I have had a sneak peek at the other projects that the designers have created........ and well you are going to be blown away.
I have a free pass to give away....so leave a comment on this post and I will draw the lucky winner next Tuesday. You are so going to love it!! Also If you would like to see some of the projects that we made last round scroll down to some of my older posts, or click on the badge to the left of my blog for more information.

These are my beautiful spring tulips....can you see where I got my colour combo from?

Thanks for looking,
Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #29

2011-08-23T21:30:00.002+12:00

Hi friends,

I loved the sketch that CherylAnn designed this week for "Try Stampin On Tuesday".
It was so nice playing with all my new goodies......don't you just love all the new fabric we have in the new catty.
If you would like to play along and I hope that you do, click here to take you the Try Stampin On Tuesday blog and check out the designers cards.
I have a busy week this week....my husband and eldest son are off to Sydney for a week and I have a few things to get organised.
Sorry its a short post......I have a few cards to show yet so will be back soon.
Hugs,

Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #28

2011-08-16T22:00:00.000+12:00

What!!! Its Tuesday already which means its time for another Try Stampin On Tuesday sketch!!
I almost ran out of time this week to make my card, but managed to sneak in some stamping time today!!
CherylAnn has got a really cool sketch for us to do this week.......I hope you get some time to play along...
I had some new "Treats" to play with this week which certainly helped with my mojo LOL!!

Also I wanted to share a cool little video of our very first snow fall that we had yesterday it was soooo exciting!! It never snows here but we have had some really cold weather from Antarctica it is a little chilly at the moment.
Anyway I hope you get a chance to play along click here to take you to the other amazing designers!

Keep warm,
Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #27

2011-08-09T23:00:00.002+12:00

Yes Its Tuesday again!.......and we have another fun sketch for you to play along at Try Stampin on Tuesday!
I decided to make a circle frame for my sketch this week because I really wanted to use this stamp set out of SU Winters Post.
I applied some Dazzling Diamonds on the cuffs and snow on the stamped image just to give it a bit more texture.
The kids are alot better this week so we are finally back into some sort of normal again....well if you can call it normal.

If you get a chance and I hope that you do, go check out the other designers cards by clicking here.
Thanks for looking,
Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-08-06T11:26:00.000+12:00

Howdy I am back again to showcase another project that I did for Stampin Fun And Friends,
We are having alot of fun and the best part about it all, is the great friends we are making from all over the world.
I have had sick kids all week and its been a huge achievement just getting all our homeschooling done, I obviously pushed them a little bit to hard yesterday because when I finished hanging out my washing this is what I found.
Boy could I get alot done having them both sleeping like babies and my other son lying on the couch!!
I had a friend ring up ( and I want mention names because you might know her LOL ) and joke that she might bring her kids around so that they could catch it and have sedated kids LOL.
Anyway it is still not to late to join up just click on the left hand side banner on my blog.
Take care,
Amy xxx

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STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-08-03T19:10:00.000+12:00

Hello again!
Just a quick post to show you the 2nd project that I designed for Stampin Fun and Friends....I really enjoyed creating this.
If you would like the tutorial on how to make this join up to Stampin Fun and Friends for this project and 14 more.
We are having people join all the time so it is still not to late, you can click on the badge on the left hand side of my blog for all the details.

Have a great night and I will be back to show you some more fantastic projects.
Amy

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #26

2011-08-02T23:00:00.004+12:00

Tonight we have an amazing sketch for you all to try out.
I loved playing along this week and it might have something to do with the fact that I had a new stamp set and punch to play with.
I also had a little girls birthday card to make so with my cherry DSP new stamp set and girly colours it was a real treat to put together.
If you would like to play along and I hope that you do, click here and it will take you to the Try Stampin on Tuesday site.
Thanks for looking, and in the next few days I will be show casing some more Stampin Fun and Friends projects.
Take Care,

Amy

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-08-02T10:42:00.002+12:00

Hi just a quick post today.....I am on my morning tea break LOL.
I wanted to show you one of the projects that I recreated from Tracey Old one of our Stampin Fun And Friends Designers.
We are having an absolute ball at the moment with designers all over the world and the most amazing 3-D projects.
Its still not to late to sign up and get all the tutorials for the 15 days.....just click on the Stampin Fun and Friends badge on the left of my blog and that will take you to all the information.
Don't you love those Stampin Up flowers that my friend sent from overseas :).
Thanks for looking,
Pop back for my "Try Stampin On Tuesday" take of the sketch tonight.
Bye,
Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-07-30T20:53:00.000+12:00

Hi all!
I thought that I would show you a couple of photos of the first project that I designed for Stampin Fun And Friends!
I wanted to make a boys Birthday Favor Box and this is what I came up with!
We are having a ball, and there is some amazing projects on at the moment.
It is still not to late to join up and receive all the tutorials for this project and heaps more.....if you are interested in signing up, click the Stampin Fun And Friends box on the left hand side and that will give you all the details.
I can't believe that the school holidays are almost over....where did they go!!
Have a lovely night and I will be back to show you some more projects soon.

Amy

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #25

2011-07-26T23:00:00.003+12:00

Hello fellow bloggers!!
Can you believe that it is Tuesday again! I have been really enjoying the school holidays and this week is flying way to fast.
CherylAnn has a wonderful sketch for us this week and I really enjoyed playing along.
This card seemed to just come together really quickly.....don't you love it when that happens.
Anyway If you would like to play along and I hope that you do click here and it will take you to the sketch.
Have fun for the rest of the week!
Amy

TRY STAMPIN ON TUESDAY SKETCH #24

2011-07-19T23:00:00.003+12:00

Hello!!
Well Tuesday has rolled around quickly again.......And Try Stampin On Tuesday has another fun sketch for you this week!
I had to make a belated baby card for a friend of mine who has had a baby girl! yes I know I couldn't resist and made some scrunched paper flowers again hehe.
To make these flowers punch out different sized circles and scrunch them up sew a button or pop a brad in the middle.

Whip over to Try Stampin On Tuesday to peep at some of the other designers cards...also have a go at the sketch yourself!!
See you,

Amy

FREE PASS WINNER!!!

2011-07-17T14:27:00.002+12:00

And the lucky winner is FMFAB!!! Fiona left this comment....Sounds so cool - great inspiration! Thanks again!
Amy xxx

FREE PASS FREE PASS!!

2011-07-13T12:45:00.001+12:00

This round is going to be awesome! I have seen some of the projects and I am so looking forward to making these amazing 3-D gifts.
We have some super amazing designers so leave a comment on this post and previous post and I will draw out a free pass, its that simple.
Click the picture for more details and I look forward to sharing my two projects very soon.
Take care.

Amy

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #23

2011-07-12T23:00:00.001+12:00

Good evening folks!!
I have been asked to be on the design team for "Try Stampin It Tuesday" I am super excited and I absolutely love the sketches that Cherylanne comes up with. I am looking forward to working with an amazing design team and feel especially lucky.

Well first things first I really enjoyed doing this sketch this week.....especially making these cute paper flowers using different circle punches and shabbying them up...and of course adding buttons!! LOL
I hope that you will play along with me this week!! click here and it will take you to the sketch and blog.

Also if you leave a comment I am giving away a free pass to Stampin Fun And Friends!! we had alot of fun last round with some amazing projects and some awesome challenges and chats, if you want to find out more click here!!
Well I best get back to the washing!!
Thanks for visiting!
Amyxxx

JUST ADD INK 75

2011-07-11T16:46:00.002+12:00

Hi Peeps,
Its been a lazy wet day today....perfect weather for some card making!!

Over at Just add Ink they have a beautiful colour challenge that I just couldn't resist.....I just love these colours together and had fun putting this card together.

If you get a chance pop yourself over, and have a peep at some of the amazing entries.
I have some blog candy to give away tomorrow so make sure you come back.
Thanks for stopping by.

Amy xxx

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #22

2011-07-06T15:46:00.004+12:00

Good Afternoon!!
Sorry I have been MIA lately but I have been working on some exciting projects for Stampin Fun And Friends.....I am so looking forward to the next round which is coming up very soon!! click here for some more details.

This was such a fun sketch to do today my Bestie brought me this cute little SU stamp and I just knew it would go perfectly with this Sketch.
I teemed Riding hood red and Early Espresso together instead of using black which I think worked really well together!
If you get a chance sneak over to Try Stampin it Tuesday and check out the other amazing entries!!
Thanks for looking
Amyxxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS INSPIRATION CHALLENGE

2011-06-11T20:28:00.002+12:00

Well as you know I have been super busy with Stampin fun And friends and I thought that I would show you a card that I made for a challenge.

The Inspiration was a photo of a beautiful garden that had lots of lovely green plants and a touch of red with the flowers!! The theme for this rounds Stampin fun and Friends is Bugs, Butterfly's and Blooms....so with that in mind I used this Beautiful SU Stamp set!!
It is still not to late to sign up to receive 15 amazing 3-D projects with full tutorials.....it has been so much fun!! If you would like more info scroll down to previous posts or click here to take you to CherylAnn's blog!

Well I must get back to my sick kids......my poor darling Locky has chicken Pox and a real nasty chest Infection!! check back soon to see some more projects I have been working on.
Take care,

Amy

FANCY FOLD POCKET CARD

2011-06-05T14:43:00.003+12:00

I have finally finished my re-created version of Tracey's Fancy Fold Pocket Card that she designed for "Stampin Fun And Friends".
I had a certain person in mind while making this card so chose stamps that would be appropriate to what she is going through.
This was so easy to make and if you click here it will take you to Tracey's version of the card!!
It is still not to late to sign up to "Stampin Fun And Friends" if you would like the instructions on how to make this and my Handbag Tote which I showed in a earlier post and heaps more projects that are awesome .....click here.
Well I better clean up my mess and enjoy the day with family.
Take care.

Amy

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-06-03T20:25:00.005+12:00

This week 'Stampin Fun And Friends' launched its very first website, which has some amazing 3-D projects and cards.
I was honored when CherylAnne asked me to be a designer and I thought that I would post what I made.
We are on day 3 and there has been some fantastic projects, Tracey my beastie kick started the event off with her awesome Fancy Fold Pocket card go check out her blog and have a look at the project.
If you like this Handbag Tote or would like to make the Fancy Fold Pocket Card it is not to late to still sign up and receive all the instructions plus many more cool projects, CherylAnne's blog has all the information on "Stampin Fun And Friends" come join me and have some fun.
Anyway I am off to do some stamping !!!

I will be back soon with some more projects.
Have a great night,
Amy

COLOURQ 88

2011-05-27T22:21:00.003+12:00

This week at JUST ADD INK the challenge is..............Just add fussy cutting, this card definitely comes under that category. ( the flowers were a pain to cut )Also at colour Q they have a fantastic colour combo!!click here to take you to the blog.

I used the stamp set Vintage Vogue and cut out the flowers and sewed the centres to the card for a bit of fancy hehe.
Sorry this is going to be a short post...I am glued to American Idol.
Goodnight,

Amy xxx

BLOSSOM

2011-05-26T15:03:00.003+12:00

Its raining and cold here.....for some reason I love these days, especially when the fires on, I have a hot chocolate on the table and well some new stamping goodies to play with.... I couldn't be happier, and also no kids soooo some time to play too.

I stamped on the larger petals using the stamp set "Bliss" .....the colour combo I used "Wild Wasabi, Regal Rose and Blushing Bride"with coordinating DSP papers.

I hope that your day is going as great as mine.....Also only a few more days before our launch of Stampin Fun and Friends click the link if you would love to join.

Well I best go and put my pumpkin soup on for tea.

Cheerio

Amyxxx

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #16

2011-05-24T19:00:00.000+12:00

Well I was asked by CherylAnn this week to be a guest designer at ' Try Stampin It Tuesday' I had lots of fun playing around with this sketch.

I have totally fallen in love with this stamp set "Nature Walk" you can do so much with it, And the images are quite striking just stamped without needing to much colouring etc.

We have had a bit of work done around our property which has made lots of mud and my boys have been playing in it daily!!! I am about to pull m hair out with the daily cleaning washing of clothes and scrubbing dirty little knees.

Anyway I better get back to hanging out MORE washing!

I encourage you to play along this week at ' Try Stampin It Tuesday'

Bye for now,

Amy xxxx

SWEET SUNDAY SKETCH CHALLENGE 118

2011-05-22T20:49:00.002+12:00

Hi back again, I couldnt resist doing this sketch tonight and it was super easy to whip up!! I used some clear tiny buttons for the eyes on this owl just to dress it up a bit.

I really love this new DSP paper Sweet stitches so cute.

I am supposed to be watching a movie with hubby tonight so this will be a short and sweet post.

Have a go at the Sweet Sunday Sketch..

Have a great night,

Amy xxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS WINNER!

2011-05-22T18:35:00.002+12:00

Whoo hoo!!! I have the name of the winner for the free pass!!! I asked my son Lachlan to pick a number from 1 t0 7 and he chose 4 soooo Fiona Harrison you have won yourself a free pass!!

I will e-mail you the details.

But its still not to late to sign up, have a look at the earlier posts to take you to the link to find out more details.

Catch up soon,

Amy xxxx

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #15/ JUST ADD INK

2011-05-20T20:25:00.007+12:00

Boy oh boy did I have alot of fun making this Double twisted easel card tonight....".Just add ink" have a beautiful colour combo to work with and at" Try Stampin it Tuesday" have a fabulous sketch that worked so well with this easel card.

I paper tolled out the butterfly and bee adding Dazzling Diamonds, my friend Andrea inspired me to dust off the dust on my jar!!

If you would like to make a card like this click here it will take you to the link.( I copied the concept of this tutorial but changed it around)

Also if you would love to have a go playing with this sketch click here or maybe the colour combo click here.

Also don't forget to leave a comment on my previous post to win yourself a free pass to "Stampin Up and Friends" check below for more details.

Don't you just love Fridays...the fires on I am about to go have another play with my stamps and hubby is asleep on the couch after a long day!!! hehe

Now I can get into all kinds of mischief hehe

Have a great night!!

Amy xxxx

STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS

2011-05-15T19:54:00.004+12:00

WOOHOO I have a free pass to giveaway!!! Just leave me a message and I will pull out the lucky winner by the 22nd of may !!

What is STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS you may ask........well...

Beginning June 1st a 15 day session of on-line classes, chats, challenges and fun.

A great line up of designers will provide you with 3-D projects and cards.

There will be detailed PDF instructions of each and every project as well as some video technique tutorials.

Check out my previous posting for more details....you have to leave a comment to win :)

Amy

'STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS'

2011-05-11T17:01:00.003+12:00

Hello friends....

I have some very exciting news to share.........I have been invited to be a designer for ' STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS'.

Beginning June 1st a 15 day session of on-line classes, chats, challenges and fun.

A great line up of designers will provide you with 3-D projects and cards.

There will be detailed PDF instructions of each and every project as well as some video technique tutorials. If you are interested please visit Cheryl Annes Stampin Spot to learn more.

The cost.... Early bird $15.00

After that $17.50 ( so make sure you get in quick)

I a'm really excited and have already created my 3-D project which I hope you will love....also I will be designing with my talented beastie Tracey Old, click here to see some of the stuff she has designed in the past, I am sure you will agree we are all in for a treat.

Look forward to seeing you at 'STAMPIN FUN AND FRIENDS'

Amy xxx

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #14

2011-05-10T20:55:00.006+12:00

Howdy folks........Well did I have fun stamping tonight, playing with my new DSP paper and stamp set "Button,Button" It was sooooo much fun I love this stamp set it was so easy to use.

This weeks sketch was super fun if you would like to play along click here..

I am in the middle of watching last years final of Grey's Anatomy so this will be a short post, And sorry about the photos I will take better ones tomorrow during the day...hehe

Goodnight

Amyxxxx

JUST ADD INK /TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #13

2011-05-04T09:16:00.005+12:00

Hello again.......I know i know two cards in two days is a miracle to say the least. I love the latest "Just add ink" challenge to put a flower on your card...click here to take you to their challenge.

And I thought I better get in early for "Try Stampin It Tuesday's" sketch.

I pain (and will say painstakingly) paper pieced all the leaves and flowers on this card it took awhile but well worth the result.

Anyway better get back to the boys spelling....I couldn't get a good photo so had to wait till this morning.

Click here to take you to the sketch.

Have a great day,

Amy

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #12

2011-05-03T14:46:00.003+12:00

Sheesh!!! I think I might have just made this card in the nick of time before this weeks challenge expires.

I turned this sketch around and made a little pocket for my tag and used buttons instead of flowers on the sketch, I wanted to have a bit of fun with this DSP paper, it can be quite busy to use but I love the colour combo.

I hope everybody had a great holiday! Its been really nice to get back into the homeschooling and a bit of normality.

Anyhow if you get a chance take a look at the challenge website by clicking here....

Have fun,

Amy

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #11

2011-04-23T21:34:00.008+12:00

Well hello peeps!! I finally finished this card for "Try Stampin it Tuesday" I actually started it the other day and couldn't finish it....I got out my stash tonight while Darling husband watched an action DVD that couldn't quite grab my attention and finished it, doesn't it feel good when you complete something hehe.

I flipped the sketch around a little bit....I am into layering different DSP papers at the moment it kind of gives a vintage look.

Well I hope that everyone is enjoying their Easter break at the moment I certainly am.

Well I better get my butt into bed so I can kill this throat infection...

Nighty night.

Amy

Opps I better not forget to post the link to this sketch click here..

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #10

2011-04-13T10:17:00.005+12:00

Hello,

Well I am back again for the next sketch for Try Stampin It Tuesday.....I have been waiting for this stamp set to arrive "Grunge Rock" my son turned 9 in march and as soon as I saw this stamp set I knew that he would love it.

His favourite colour is green so I teamed up Pear Pizzaz with Soft suede with I think go really well together.

I also had a go using my new DSP paper Presto Patterns...... I sponged Pear Pizzaz all over the front and then used Soft Suede around the edges to give it an aged look, I really loved the way it turned out. As you can see I also flipped the sketch and I decided not to go with the oval shape for the centre.

Well I better get back to the household....but if you would like to have a go at this sketch click here.

See you soon

Amy

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #9

2011-04-06T14:51:00.002+12:00

Good Afternoon......

Well I have had such a great day..... The weather is cold and raining (which I Love :) I have had the fire on hehe and I even managed to whip up this card in between homeschooling, cleaning drinking hot chocolates etc....hehe

I really enjoyed playing with this sketch today it reminded me of a patchwork quilt, and working with my new stamp set "Nature Walk" was a treat.

Well I am off to make tea and do some more tidying up,

If you would love to play along click Here,

Have a good night

Amy

TRY STAMPIN IT TUESDAY SKETCH #8

2011-03-31T22:11:00.005+13:00

A good friend of mine Tracey is an amazing designer for "Try Stampin it Tuesday" and I thought that I would play along........Had alot a fun tonight creating this card, I just love Pear Pizzaz and Baja Breeze together.

If you would love to have a go at this sketch then click Here....

I am off to bed to have a early night,

Have a good one,

Amy

MOJO MONDAY # 183

2011-03-23T21:14:00.006+13:00

Hello peeps.......And finally I have made my card for Mojo Monday. Flippen heck

it has taken me almost all night to make this card, remember how to link website etc etc and well finally I finished it.

I have totally enjoyed the whole experience but my timing needs fine tuning thats for sure.

Anyway I better go and clean up my mess, and if you would like to do this challenge click here.

Thanks for the lovely comments earlier it feels good to be back,

Nighty night,

Amy

I am back!!!!

2011-03-23T13:22:00.003+13:00

I have decided to return to the world of blogging!!! Tonight I should have something to show you but first wanted to see if I could still operate this bloggy thing.

See you soon

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS COLOUR CHALLENGE #14

2009-10-23T20:45:00.000+13:00

Hi all!! Hope you all have had a fantastic week!

This week Keesh has a awesome Inspiration Challenge for us! I just love all the colours and decided to use this cute SU stamp set "Bug's and Kisses", this stamp set is sooo easy to use and I decided to pop up the images to give it that extra dimension.

I went for the colours Kiwi Kiss, Baja Breeze, Basic Grey, Black and Craft coordinating with different DSP.

I got into my craft hemp twine which I always forget to use but is quite a nice change.

Well I am off to put my feet up and watch some T.V hehe.

Make sure you go check out the other design team members but clicking below,

Chantelle

Cindy

Keesh

Kirsty

Renee'

Sarah-Jane

Take care,

Amy

BLOG-ANNIVERSARY!!!

2009-10-21T18:20:00.008+13:00

Whoo hoo!! Can you believe that my blog is one year old!!!! I can hardly believe it myself!

I have had a fabulous time.....participating in different challenges, meeting new friends from all over the world, being asked to be on Makeesha's design team...Oh the list could go on and on.

On to the exciting stuff this week till Sunday 25th I am offering 10% off any Stampin Up product and also free shipping and wait there's more Hehehe I have accumulated a lot of cards since blogging over the year so I am going to throw in some of my cards. (sorry NZ only)

So email me on meandmistamps@gmail.com to place your order and check back on Saturday night for my blog candy giveaway. ( which will be open to everyone)

Let the party begin :)

I will be back,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS SKETCH CHALLENGE #14

2009-10-16T19:53:00.014+13:00

Hello its that time of the week again! and what a beautiful colour combo Keesh has for us this Friday.

I love "Fifth Avenue" and layered the flower using different DSP and to add a bit of dimension to the flower I made a ruched ribbon, and finished it off with a corduroy button.

To make one of these click here...... Sorry about the quality of photo's Pink Pirouette was throwing a little bit of Apricot in some photos.

Check the amazing other design team here below...

Keesh

Cindy

Chantelle

Sarah-Jane

Renee'

Kirsty

Thanks for looking,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS SKETCH CHALLENGE #14

2009-10-11T20:05:00.013+13:00

Hi all!! I have finally made it!! I have had a hectic weekend and I won't bore you here with all the details hehe.

But I must say this sketch is the mother of all sketches I LOVED IT thanks Keesh.

I used the DSP " Bella Rose" and the stamp sets "Garden Wimsey" and also " Live like you mean it"

You really must give this sketch a go!! It didn't take long at all to whip up, the hard thing is choosing the colours and stamps.

Well I must go to watch our movie we have rented.

Have a look at the amazing design team entries by clicking below......

Keesh

Kirsty

Chantelle

Sarah-Jane

Renee'

Cindy

Have a great night

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 12

2009-10-05T16:38:00.001+13:00

Hello!

It's time again for another ME & MI project.

When I saw this darling tea gift folder I just knew I had to make one.

I have totally cased this design, when you find a good thing ya need to just go with it.

I did change the DSP and stamp set though, and maybe the inside of the folder because I was so excited and didn't pay enough attention to the instructions ( the story of my life).hehe

It was such a fun project to make and didn't take that long at all.

I actually forgot to make the envelope, I have it sitting at home ready to make which I will finish, as it compliments the folder beautifully.

Today is soooo cold and windy, and I am typing this little post at my in laws, nice and early don't get to shocked.

To make this cute project click here, you won't be disappointed, Nicole is such an amazing designer lots of eye candy on her blog! Enjoy.

Thanks for looking and stopping by to say hi.

Amy

SWEET SUNDAY SKETCH#38

2009-10-04T21:17:00.010+13:00

The beautiful Birthday boy taken at his little party yesterday.

Well my baby Noah is having his 4th Birthday on Tuesday and I thought that I would use karen's Sweet Sunday Sketch as my Inspiration.

Yesterday Noah was given this adorable frog early as one of his birthday gifts from his Auntie. I was in awe of the different colours, that I definitely would not of thought of putting together. I am so going to use this combo again.

I thought Always Artichoke, Baja Breeze and Green Galore were a good match' and it wasn't hard deciding which stamp set to use, "Wild About You."

I had a lot of fun doing this sketch if you click here it will take you to Karen's amazing blog and fabulous design team.

Have a great week,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS INSPIRATION CHALLENGE #13

2009-10-02T20:00:00.000+13:00

Honestly who has stolen this week from me!! hehe

I left my card for this challenge a little on the late side, but i really enjoyed Keesh's Inspirational Challenge this week.

I decided to use Riding Hood Red purely because I wanted to use that luscious wide ribbon, don't ya just love it!!

I used the stamp set "Eastern Blooms" inked with Craft Whisper White, embossed in white on Kraft card stock and coloured in some of the flowers to brighten it up a little.

I have totally gone wild with some faux stitching on this card, it is so much easier than lugging out my huge sewing machine and then trying to find the right colour cotton.

On another note thank you for all your kind thoughts and prayers/emails regarding Sean's Nana.

We had a fantastic time away with the family, meeting new family members etc even under the circumstances.

It was so sad to see the effects of a bad stroke, but she is still fighting and we were able to have some great conversations and laughs.

Its just a waiting game now but feel much better that we got to spend some time with her.

Anyway check below for the other design team eye candy for this week, I still haven't had a chance to check out last weeks so I am off to do some blog stalking.

Have a good one,

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 11

2009-09-28T19:51:00.000+13:00

I am loving these scheduled posts! Hopefully they are working!!

Well I thought that I would surprise you and have a project ready for Monday and not Someday! hehe

When I saw this little tote bag I just knew I had to make one! It was surprisingly simple and didn't take too long at all.

I used my favourite DSP"Parisian Breeze" and took it from there.

I really enjoyed having a go at doing some crisscross faux stitching, I think I could be addicted to that little technique now.

Anyway if you click here it will take you to the Tutorial.....

I hope you all had a fantastic weekend and I should be back soon to stalk your blogs,

Take care,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS COLOUR CHALLENGE #13

2009-09-25T20:00:00.000+12:00

Well hello again!!

By the time you have finished reading this post I should have arrived in Thames, which is in the Coromandel, and hopefully Sean and I are still talking to each other!! hehe

Okay maybe I get a little car sick and border line paranoia, as I don't like heights and winding roads and well traveling full stop! And my three little punks who sit at the back keep reminding me how high Mount Messenger is, and I start ranting words like SLOW DOWN and OHH MY GOD and well....... the fighting begins,hehe all the way till arrival.

Which by the way is about 5 hours!

Anyway onto the exciting stuff! Keesh has whipped up a awesome colour combo for us this week!

I honestly think I must work better under pressure because this little bundle came together in no time, and I have had literally NO TIME!!

I love my new stamp set "Winter Post" I wasn't completely sold on the two ice skaters in this set ( I so love the reindeer and snowflake) but inked it up anyway.

To achieve the faded snowflake background on my main stamped image, I stamped the snow flake in Versamark and applied chocolate chip chalk very softly to it.

To make the double pocket bag click here.........

Make sure you go check out the amazing design team....

Thanks for looking

Take care

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 10

2009-09-24T14:23:00.006+12:00

Hello!

I am extra late this week with my ME & MI project, But boy do I have a treat for you, ..... This is a cute Mini Accordion file and I must say was a real treat to put together.

I have used the DSP paper called "Raspberry Tart" which uses the colours, Rose Red, Cameo Coral and Kiwi Kiss.

I stamped the flower using stamps out of "Petal Pizazz" and on the centre of the flower I adhered a Rose Red felt flower and corduroy button.

I think this is one of the best tutorials I have ever worked with.... if you click here it will take you to the link.

On another matter, I will be away this weekend spending time with family and saying our last goodbyes to Sean's (husband) Nana.

Unfortunately over the weekend she had a bad stroke which has left her in a semi coma!!

I really don't think you ever are ready to say goodbye to love ones, and I must admit it can be hard to focus on other things.

But I have scheduled a few posts for over the time that we are away!!Yeah ha I have finished Makeesh'a challenge and another project.

Thanks for visiting and I shall be back on deck soon,

Take care

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS SKETCH CHALLENGE #13

2009-09-18T20:00:00.001+12:00

Its almost the end of a very busy week!! Whoop Whoop bring on the weekend.

I decided that it was about time to start making my Christmas cards! I love Christmas and always run out of cards, so this year I am starting early. hehe

I really enjoyed Keesha's sketch challenge this week It wasn't hard to get into the groove.

Because of the shape of the card I used my favourite xmas stamp set I own "Holiday Lineup", using my new water colour crayons which by the way if you don't own are a must.

I added Dazzling Diamonds to the antenna's and red nose, just to make it sparkle. hehe

You must go check out the other talented designers their work is so Inspirational click below....

Thanks for looking and all your comment love,

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 9

2009-09-15T15:59:00.005+12:00

The front of the Mini Pizza box. I adhered some ribbon onto the box , so one has to untie behind the back of box to get into it!

Here are the cards.

Hello, I thought that I would take the time and publish this post early.........just in case something crops up tonight and I don't get round to posting! hehe

This was such a cute little bundle to make, and I reckon you can't go wrong with gorgeous DSP paper to play with!

This little beauty is called "Bella Bleu" which coordinates with the colours Kraft, Very Vanilla and Not quite Navy.....Yummy.

I have used the stamp set "For a Friend".

To make this cute little mini pizza box......

It is simply a 6"x11" piece of cardstock scored at 1" on either side of the 6" and 1, 5, 6 & 10" on the 11" side, and snipped on the edges. Super easy.
The note cards measure 3 1/2" x 7 1/2".

Have a fantastic night!!

Amy

RANDOM STUFF

2009-09-14T15:48:00.002+12:00

Hi ya!!

Just to let you know that I will be posting my ME & MI Monday project tomorrow!

Sorry, I have my lovely sister in law from Australia visiting this week and I have been stretched for time.

I might have to start calling it ME & MI Some days hehe.

Also I was asked to present a WOW presentation over the weekend at out regional training!

OMG I was soooo nervous but once I got into it I had a ball :) I taught a technique called "Cracked Glass" I thought you might like to see the cards.

It was so nice to catch up with friends and to meet some new ones.

See you tomorrow,

Amy

2009-09-11T19:34:00.005+12:00

OMG, I cant believe its Friday already and I'm running late lol. But all is good I've done the challenge in record time and we are ready to roll.

When I first saw this Inspirational photo I thought Sailor theme.......and so I inked up the cutest little boat in the SU "Nursery Necessities" Stamp set.

I have used the colours Pacific Point and Summer Sun with coordinating DSP paper!

I stamped the background with the little star from the stamp set, and backed a clear button with card stock.

So handy those clear buttons when you don't have the right colour on hand.

Make sure you go and check out Keesh's blog here... and have a peak at the other design team members, you wont be disappointed,

Thanks for looking,

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 8

2009-09-08T20:39:00.000+12:00

So so very sorry! I don't know but the week's are just flying, and I have been running behind on a few things and well my Me&Mi Monday project this week was put on the back burner!

But anyway I thought that I would post half of it tonight, I need to put the finishing touches on the 8 cards that I have made to go inside this cute tote purse, which fingers cross will be finished tomorrow.

I have used the "Sweet Slumber Specialty" DSP coordinating the colours with Baja Breeze and Sahara Sand.

I have totally cased this gorgeous design because I think it was perfect just the way it was and you don't change a good thing when you find it!!

To make your own tote purse click here and it will take you to a fabulous tutorial on how to make it.

I hope you all had a fabulous weekend and I will be back soon I hope!

BTW if you get a chance you must go see the movie The young Queen Victoria!!! OMG I loved it and sooooo fell in love with Albert hehehe

I said to my husband that if I had another baby boy I would love to call him Albert! wouldn't it be a cute nickname Alby,

Anyway I will stop babbling and go pick up my mess!

Have a good one,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS COLOUR CHALLENGE #12

2009-09-04T20:01:00.004+12:00

Good evening!

It was lovely to take a break last week from Makeesha's challenge, but boy I was ready to get back into this week!

I have used the stamp set "Boatloads of love" because this colour combo screamed fun! hehe

I used some small retired Real Red buttons that I had collecting dust, the DSP is from the packs "Windsor Knot" and "Walk in the Park".

I paper pieced different DSP on the boat which can be a little different than colouring, plus I sometimes reckon its a lot faster.

My husband got given some rugby tickets to go see a game tonight with a friend so I have some girls coming around tonight!! whoop whoop bring on the weekend.

Go check out Makeesha's blog here and meet our new design team member's and share some comment love, and here is the design team entries as follows.

Have a good one,

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 7 (part two)

2009-09-02T15:35:00.006+12:00

umm I put the strap around the wrong way !!! oppps
This is a photo of the back just so you can see how I adhered the strap.

Howdy again :)

Well today I bring you this cute little wallet, that I personally think is tooo cute. My second son Lachlan is going to give this wallet for fathers day which will have a gift card inside.

I tied in the colours with my little milk carton (see previous post) and also I love the Windsor Knot DSP paper which is fantastic for boys or masculine projects,

To make this cute little wallet click here and it will take you to a great Tutorial.

To hold the brad close, I used a magnet fastener, I hope this gives you some inspiration and inspire you to go and make your own. If you do end up making one leave me a comment because I would love to see it :)

The day here has been absolutely superb and a fantastic day for washing which reminds me I better go bring in.

See you tomorrow,

Amy

RASPBERRY SUITE COLOR CHALLENGE 16

2009-09-01T14:43:00.013+12:00

Hi All!!

I have had a wee break from stamping and have been unwell, actually all weekend with headaches and sore throat, It was a great weekend however with lots of early nights :)

My husband had to work on his sermon for sunday and at the moment we have no office so I couldn't even watch t.v so to bed it was for me.

I love Dawn's Blog and couldn't resist her colour challenge this week!

I have inked up again "Bloomin with Beauty" and stamped the image on water paper.

I have paper tolled the flower adding Dazzling Diamonds and also on the bee's wings.

I am totally in love with this stamp set at the moment not that you would know, hehe

Anyway I must get back to my final touches on the Me&Mi Monday project which I will post later tonight,

Go treat yourself to some eye candy on Dawn's blog by clicking here,

Take care

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 7

2009-08-31T19:14:00.000+12:00

Sorry about last night I just wasn't up to posting, I have three projects that I have made for Father's day that my boys are each going to give.

I decided instead of posting them all together that I would do them over three nights :)

Tonight is a sweet little milk carton which you can find the tutorial here,

I have used the stamp set "All in the Family" which has cute little rugby/soccer balls and cricket set.

I tried to make the little boy represent my little Noah as this is the gift that he is going to give dad.

The DSP is Windsor Knot which coordinates beautifully with Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze, Old Olive.

I haven't yet adhered the bottom because I want to fill up the carton with milk bottle lollies :)

Have a great night I have some girlfriends coming around,

Amy

MOJO MONDAY SKETCH #101

2009-08-27T19:14:00.005+12:00

I have finally got around to doing this sketch! I have used the colours Kraft and Chocolate Chip and of course the DSP Parisian Breeze, oh my gosh I just love this paper.

Also don't you just love this elegant flower from "Bloomin with Beauty" I added some Dazzling Diamonds just to bling up the image a bit.

Go check out the Mojo Monday blog and be inspired by all the other amazing cards,

Have a great night I am going back to do more stamping! hehehe

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 6

2009-08-24T18:55:00.011+12:00

Well if you are a stationary freak you are going to love this project! hehe

I brought this cute little note pad to decorate at Warehouse Stationary and this delightful plastic container filled with cello tape/stapler/scissors etc that are a perfect match to Rose Red.

I covered the pad with Raspberry Tart DSP, then layered the image using the stamps "Gallery", "Circle Circus" the scallop circle punch a Rose Red felt flower and then made a brad from the 'Build a Brad' using a piece of coordinating DSP.

To add the final touch I wrapped some Kiwi Kiss ribbon around the pad.

I then made a band for my other little project using the same stamps and colours but used Rose Red ribbon.

Warehouse Stationary also sell cute little micro pens so I brought one in green and tied some ribbon around that also.

I hope you feel inspired to go make you own little gift like this...............I am going to give this to my sister in law who is long over due for a birthday gift.

Have a great night and thanks for looking,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS SKETCH CHALLENGE #12

2009-08-21T18:48:00.015+12:00

Good evening!

This was a fun sketch to do today from the lovely keesh..... and to get me into the mood I used this stamp set "Holiday Lineup", I have been wanting to play with this stamp for such a long time.

I used some of my favourite DSP from "Sweet Slumber Specialty" and inked up the sweetest little snow flake stamp that belongs to the set "Short & Sweet".

I inked and distressed the edges to give it a rustic look.

The oval is cut from my nestibilities and I added a little Dazzling Diamonds to the stamped image just to jazz it up a little.

If you get a chance take a look at the other amazing Design Team sketches.......

Debbie- our lovely guest designer

Have a fantastic weekend

Amy

MOJO MONDAY SKETCH #100 Day Three

2009-08-20T23:55:00.007+12:00

Okay!! this is going to be the quickest post ever!! hehe

I should be in bed.........But I had my parents around and I JUST RAN OUT OF TIME ...

Not sure if I like this card I am running out of Mojo!!! not that I have had it before,

Anyway must get to bed, Oh and go check out the Mojo Blog here!! some beautiful eye candy card's that's for sure,

Goodnight,

Amy

MOJO MONDAY SKETCH #100 Day Two

2009-08-19T15:38:00.009+12:00

Hi back again!!

Ummm........ don't tell Sean that I hid in my Stamping room again this afternoon while he was hard at work!!

I bribed the kids with treats and special stuff that I keep in a box that we call our "Treasure box" for when their handwriting is exceptional...... good behaviour..... and well when I am desperate for a hour!!!

Luckily this card only took 30mins not that I was watching the clock!!

Damn it my little punk can keep and read the time. hehehe

Anyway when you are working with beautiful paper you can whip up a card in no time.

I paper tolled the flower a few times, water colouring the stamped image with Bashful Blue/Sage Shadow to make Baja Breeze! with the watercolor crayons.

So if you get a chance go check out the Mojo Monday Blog and have a go at this sketch!

Best get back to my neglected children. hehe

Amy

MOJO MONDAY SKETCH #100 Day One

2009-08-18T15:06:00.008+12:00

Well this is sooo exciting!! Mojo Monday has made it to 100 sketches!!

I had a look at the sketch today and thought hmmm this would be fantastic to do, and well what do you know, darling husband Sean had this afternoon off and I was able to sneak into my stamp room and have a play!!

I know what you are all thinking "hasn't she had enough of the bird yet!!" and well by the looks of my card, the rest is history.

And yes I ordered more of the Sweet Slumber Speciality DSP!!! I just had to have more, and well.......don't lose hope in me yet I might just surprise you with a different colour combo just so I dont become too predictable hehe.

Anyhoo if you have a few hours to spare go check out the Mojo Blog here....

Take care

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 5

2009-08-17T19:11:00.010+12:00

Good Evening!!

I hope you all had a fabulous weekend, one thing I know for sure is "where has the weekend gone"!

And its Monday again! What!! how did that happen! hehehe

Tonight I bring you two sweet little treats!!

The first project is a sweet little box purse that opens up! I have filled mine with peppermints its actually surprising how many this holds!

I decided that it was about time to ink up and use the new In Colour "Pink Pirouette" which looks so nice with Chocolate Chip, I used the patterns DSP and adhered the ribbon making straps using the new C/Chip 5/16th Jumbo brads which I love.

Cick here to take you to the tutorial on how to make this.

The second project is a cute Tic Tac holder using the same colours and DSP, it is so adorable and would be a cute hostess gift or party favor!

Click here and it will take you the tutorial on how to make this and here for another version.

Have a fun night!

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS INSPIRATION CHALLENGE #11

2009-08-14T18:25:00.008+12:00

Hi all!!

I am so sorry this is going to be the fastest post ever!, but I am going out tonight

and have run out of time!!

I promise I will come back and write up a better post tomorrow to fill you in on the small details.

I just love Monochromatic cards and just had to make two!! hehe

Anyway if you would like to do this challenge click here and it will also take you to the other amazing design team entries!!

Take care and have a great night!!

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 4

2009-08-10T19:01:00.005+12:00

Good evening all!!!

I know two posts in one day I can hardly believe it myself!!

Well tonight I bring you this beautiful Mini Pocket book, which I must say took only a hour to make!! It was all the little details that take the time. hehe

If you were looking for a project that uses lots of the new brads from the new mini well look no further.

I have used my two favourite DSP papers "Parisian Breeze Specialty" and "Sweet Slumber Specialty" which coordinate with Chocolate Chip, Riding Hood Red and Baja Breeze.

You could decorate this book as much or as little as you want too.

Well I guess I better go clean up all my stamping mess! Click here to take you to the link to make one yourself!!

Take care and thanks for visiting,

Amy

RASPBERRY SUITE COLOR CHALLENGE 14

2009-08-10T16:19:00.007+12:00

I absolutely adore Dawn's blog, and participate in her challenges when time permits,which was the case today!!. I really loved working with these colours, especially using Bravo Burgundy, which when I first started buying Stampin Up products it was one of the very first colours that I brought. I haven't used this colour in such a long time!!!

I was able to make two cards which hasn't happened for awhile, My boy's are learning about the Pilgrims who travelled on the ship "Mayflower" and this afternoon they were decorating their Native American paintings while eating their Thanksgiving feast!! If you see any glitter or food on the cards you will know why!! hehe

Well I best get back to cleaning up and finishing the little bits on my project to show you tonight!!

Thanks for looking,

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS COLOUR CHALLENGE #11

2009-08-06T23:01:00.013+12:00

Hello sorry about the delay click on Keesha's blog here to read why!

Ok I know that these colours are what you would often use for a boy's card and yes I badly wanted to make a boy's card with buttons and coordinating ribbon etc, but as soon as I grabbed the stamps I thought well that would be a typical Amy card and so I challenged myself to a.....No boy's card with No buttons and well I just couldn't keep to the No ribbon part.

I have been dying to ink up my new stamp set "Petal Pizzazz" and what a treat she is.

In the centre of the middle flower I have used a filigree brad adhered with a Pumpkin Rhinestone Brad just to pizzazz it up some more.

I actually used two different DSP papers for the background, two that I normally wouldn't put together, but it kind of worked, both are from the 'Washington Apple' series.

Don't forget to check out the other design team's entries below..............

Have a great weekend'

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 3

2009-08-03T19:33:00.006+12:00

Hi again,

Well tonight I bring you this cute little crisscross box! When I saw this project I thought what a great gift idea, especially for those who love nuts! hehehe

Ok I know that I have been making lots of projects using Chocolate Chip and Baja Breeze, but you gotta love these colours together!

The crisscross box was made out of a piece of 'Sweet Slumber Specialty' Dsp paper, using a piece of Chocolate Chip cardstock I punched both ends with the scallop edge to make my band with coordinating Baja Breeze ribbon.

I love this little Squirrel from the SU Stamp Set 'Animal Crackers' The wee sentiment fits perfect with this gift "I'm nuts about you".

Well if you click here it will take you to the wonderful tutorial on how to make your own!

I hope you are enjoying these Me & Mi projects because I surely am.

Have a great night,

Take care,

Amy

TAKE TWO !!

2009-08-02T20:34:00.008+12:00

Well I am back, and to my amazement I had some free time tonight in between cleaning my toilet bowl and laundry!!

Lachlan and Noah are feeling a whole lot better, I had kinda forgotten what it was like seeing them eat, and yes they have kept all three meals down today which is a massive achievement. If you had been with us at the start of the week you would be pretty chaffed with yourself too, And for me and mi self I am obviously perky enough to send this post. hehe

I had actually made this box at the start of the week, I just hadn't finished off the little cards to go inside. I thought you might like to see a different version of the box from last Monday that I had made.

I am totally in love with this new DSP paper and I just can't play with it enough :) I have taken a few photos tonight just so that you get an idea without me boring you with all the details !!

Just one more thing to add, did you notice that I made my own brad with the coordinating DSP even Sean was impressed with my skills ( so so very easy)

Anyway I better go tidy up and I will see you tomorrow night for project No#3

Until then....

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS SKETCH CHALLENGE #11

2009-07-31T18:43:00.018+12:00

Well what a week I have had!!! My middle son has been a very sick boy with severe vomiting, and got very dehydrated, so much so that if we didn't get fluids into him by a certain time he had a admission from the doctor to take him to the hospital!! Thank goodness we finally got it under control.

Let me tell you I am sooooo over cleaning up vomit, and to top it off I feel like I am coming down with it too :(

I had left doing this card till the very last moment and I must admit it has taken me a long time to make it, and am still not sure whether I like it or not!!

Anyhow I am now in love with this gorgeous DSP paper" Raspberry Tart" it coordinates beautifully with Kiwi Kiss, Cameo Coral, and Rose Red!

Stamp set used "Live Like You Mean It" ( hostess level 1) and "Best Yet".

I really Love these new corduroy buttons it just finishes one's work off beautifully.

I am really looking forward to seeing what the other girls have come up with, click below to check out the action!

Have a fantastic night! I am off to a hot shower:)

Take care'

Amy

ME & MI MONDAY'S PROJECT 2

2009-07-27T18:47:00.010+12:00

Good evening!

This gorgeous box has been saved in my favourites file for such a long time and it has been a real pleasure to actually start making these projects.

I really hate casing cards/projects so I have used this template as my base and then decorated and changed a few aspects of the original just to make it my own. :)

I have used Sweet Slumber Specialty DSP for the box and cards, the box fits up to six 3 by 3 cards inside, envelopes included.

I love these new Filigree Designer Brads, I used these to fasten the box as shown in the picture.

For the sides I used my 1-1/4 punch ( Riding Hood Red) folded in half and fastened with some brads from the Styled Silver Hodge Podge Hardware.

Stamp set used Circle Circus punched out with the scallop punch.

I have taken lots of photos so that you get the idea but its such a versatile box that you can decorate it anyway you want, to make it your own.

So click here for the template and I would love to hear from you if you like this project and would like to see more.

Have a great night

Amy

TRACEY"S STATIONARY PURSE

2009-07-27T13:44:00.007+12:00

Well I must first mention that I have a very talented friend Tracey who has just been asked to be a designer for U Stamp!! Whoop whoop!!!

So I went around to Tracey's house the other night and she taught me how to make her Stationary purse that she designed !! OMG it is amazing!!!! How she thinks up these designs........ I know from a secret source she is up in the wee hours of the morning creating!! Lol

I used the new gorgeous DSP paper Parisian Breeze which coordinates beautifully with Kraft, Chocolate Chip and Baja Breeze.

If you would like to make a purse like this go check out Tracey's blog ....A Stampers Touch

which will take you to her Stationary purse and details, you wont be disappointed,

See you tonight for Me & Mi project 2

Have a great day

Amy

INKSPIRATIONS INSPIRATION CHALLENGE #10

2009-07-23T21:52:00.022+12:00

Sheesh Keesh !! This was a challenge all right!! LOL

Well a big thanks to my friend Megan who I borrowed this cool SU " Voila" Stamp Set from I am sooo over my stamps and I need some new ones!! hint hint Sean hehehe

I have been eyeing this stamp set up for awhile, and yes after playing with him he has shot up to the top of my wish list!!When I first looked at this Inkspirations photo I thought Masculine, I have decided that I am not a Taken with Teal type of girl and I think thats why I struggled with this challenge.

The DSP paper is from the new mini called "Walk in the Park" I thought it tied in well with the Inkspirational photo!!

I paper tolled/pieced bits of DSP and Card stock onto the stamped image to coordinate all the colours together!!

And check out that beautiful Corduroy Button!! Also in the new mini,

Check out the other design team below and also our guest designer Nancy who is one talented stamper........

Nancy our talented guest designer

Looking forward to seeing your creations this week', and if you would like to participate in this challenge click here.....

Have a great night,

Amy

MOJO MONDAY SKETCH #96

2009-07-21T10:15:00.007+12:00

Hello all!!

I was up very early this morning and decided to do the Mojo Monday sketch before I started teaching! hehehe

I had this DSP paper out from my project last night and I also needed to make a Girl's Birthday card it all worked out perfectly!

Well its morning tea break and I better get back to the kids if you have any questions drop me an e-mail!!

Go check out the Mojo Monday blog by clicking here ......

Have a great day,

Amy