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If you are in Melbourne this Saturday don't miss our huge Garage Sale event.  All the details below and feel free to contact me for more information.

I'm Back!

Seriously was it really September that I last posted? I have been creating but have been so ultra busy that my blog has just fallen by the wayside. Well anyway here is a card I was asked to make by a friend for her new nephew. I was inspired by this card and am really happy how it turned out. All supplies are Stampin' Up! If you are interested in anything I used then drop me a line.

Don't forget Sale-a-Bration is on at the moment so if you order $100 worth of product you get a free gift! What could be better than freebies :)

I don't guarantee I'll be a regular poster but I'll try and pop in a bit more often!

Bec

It's New Catalogue Time!

Well its that fabulous time again when we say hello to a brand new catalogue. I am having a launch party on Sunday 11th September at 2pm if you would love to come along and have a play with some new products, do a make & take, afternoon tea, give-aways and prizes. Cost is $10 which includes your copy of the new catalogue! If you can't get there then please drop me a line if you would love your very own copy and I can either drop off if you live locally or pop one in the post for you.

I also have a great deal for you if you have thought about joining as a Stampin' Up demonstrator. Now is the time. You can purchase this mini starter kit for just $169 and get started as a demonstrator! Click on the above link to learn more or alternatively drop me a line at becb75@dodo.com.au

Happy Stamping,

Bec

Custom Mades

I have been making quite a few custom made cards for my customers and thought I would share a few with you here. If you would like to see more make sure you come on over and like my Hipporiffic Happenings page on facebook!


The first card was using the Baby Tees Jumbo Wheel which I simply rolled out then cut them out. The second one is using a retired stamp but was a special horse request. If there is anything you would like to ask about these then please let me know.

Bec

Its Retirement Time!

It's that time of year when some old favourites leave us to make way for some exciting new products. There are some great discounts of 25-40% on some products so get on over to the Stampin' Up! website to check them out!

Bec

July Specials

For this month enjoy and extra special bonus bundle when you spend $100. This exclusive ribbon and button bundle is valued at $31.95 and can be yours. Here is what you get:

To place your order email me today at becb75@dodo.com.au or phone: 0413 563 637 - Australian residents only.

Happy Stamping,

Bec

Custom Made Thank You's

Well I hadn't inked up this set yet so thought it was about time!

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Because I Care (Hostess)

Paper: Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Greenhouse Gala DSP

Ink: Baja Breeze

Accessories: Large Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, Big-Shot, Oval Die, Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch

Non-SU Products: Copics, Taffetta Ribbon

I was asked to make some thank you cards and looked to a challenge to help me out. I used Mojo Monday 193 (but posted a bit late to make the link!). I made two cards using the same sketch.

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Bliss (retired) French Foliage, Because I Care (hostess)

Paper: Bravo Burgundy, Very Vanilla, Retired DSP (sorry don't know the name)

Ink: Bravo Burgundy, Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Soft Suede

Accessories: Label Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Brad, Twill Tape, Dimensionals

Thanks for popping by,

Bec

Special Blessing

Hi all - long time no see (as usual)! I haven't been too creative of late as I got kicked out of my craft room again! So after much spending of the money at Ikea I am re-established. I have taken over the formal lounge/dining room which gives me more room but now I can't just shut the door on the mess I have to stay tidy eeekkk! I have created something to show you though - spoiler alert Susan Byers if you are reading this don't go any further! This is for my niece's upcoming confirmation.

I cased the popped up cross idea from this card by the fabulous Silke Ledlow (aka sparklegirl). Love her designs :). This was also sketch challenge #71 over on Inkspirations but alas I was too late as usual to enter! Although this set is retired I think it will still get a lot of ink from me as I love it! Here is what I used:

Stamps: Special Blessings (retired)

Paper: Almost Amethyst (retired), Certainly Celery, Whisper White, Non-SU DP

Ink: Almost Amethyst (retired), Certainly Celery

Accessories: Big-Shot, Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die, Certainly Celery Ribbon (retired), Dimensionals, Rhinestone

Hope you are having inky fun,

Bec

Happy Birthday Dad!

Well in keeping with the mad May its my dads birthday today. It is also my little bundle of love Archer's 1st birthday! Can't believe he is 1 already when did that happen. Now he is having a very special 1st birthday party on Saturday so there will be more to come on that but for now here is the card I made for my dad. It is the same sketch as the previous post but I liked the layout and paper but just changed the stamp.


Here is what I used:

Stamps: Sail Away, Vintage Labels (retired)

Paper: Basic Grey, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Elegant Soiree DSP

Ink: Basic Grey, Soft Suede

Accessories: Crimper, 1" Circle Punch, Dimensionals. Crochet Thread, Eyelets

Happy stamping,

Bec

Happy Birthday Father-In-Law

Its mad May in our house. We have so many birthdays this month and Mother's day that I find it hard to keep up! Today is my Father-In-Laws birthday and this is the card I made for him.


This is using one of the fabulous new a la carte stamps from the Autumn/Winter Mini. These are great stamps when you just want one image and I seriously lack for male themed stamps and the two in the mini are fab. I also used sketch challenge 330 from Splitcoaststampers Here is what I used:

Stamps: Motorcycle, Vintage Labels (retired)

Paper: Basic Gray, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Elegant Soiree DSP

Ink: Basic Gray, Soft Suede

Accessories: Crimper, 1" Circle Punch, Crochet Thread, Metal Key, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber

Hope he likes it!

Bec

Autumn Winter Mini Catalogue

I am so behind the eight ball at the moment. Apologies but it has been over a month of constant sickness in our house. Hopefully it is all behind us!

So the new Autumn/Winter Mini Catalogue started on the 1st April and boy oh boy does it have some beautiful products. I think I have just about purchased one of everything - just need the time to make some gorgeous stuff to show you now! If you would like your very own personal copy drop me a line or just click on the link in the side bar or above to see now online.

There are also some carryover products from the Summer Mini still available so if you loved them but missed out don't worry they are still available. Here is what you can still purchase. Mini Vintage Trinkets (12) 118763 $6.95Vintage Trinkets (48) Antique Gold, Antique Brass, Pewter (48) 118764 $10.95

Square Lattice Embossing Folder 119976 $15.95

Scallop Square Bigz Die 115950 $42.95Pinking Hearts Corner Punch 118072 $19.95Pinking Hearts Border Punch 117649 $30.95Island Floral Bigz Die 118871 $42.95

Bitty Buttons (64) 118761 $7.95Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack 118309 $30.952-3/8" Scallop Circle Extra Large PunchSmooch Spritz Gold Glow 118770 $7.95 Smooch Spritz Silver Foil 118771 $7.95

Color Catcher 121093 $10.501/2" Chantilly Crochet Trim 118480 $13.95

5/8" Victoria Crochet Trim 118481 $13.95

Well that is just a quick update hope to get back on here soon with some projects using all the fantastic new rubber I have!

Happy Stamping,

Bec

Inkspiration Challenge

Hi there! Hope you have had a lovely day. It was a long weekend here in SA and just perfect weather so it was a great day. Here is a card for a beautiful friend who lives in QLD and I miss her lots. I used Inkspiration sketch challenge #61 and it is also a sneek peak of some more new rubber!

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Eat Chocolate

Paper: Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Sage Shadow, The Linen Closet Stack DCWV DP

Ink: Sage Shadow

Accessories: Decorative Label Punch, Big Shot, Button #5 Sizzlit, Circles #2 Die, Perfect Polka Dots EF, Twill Tape, Crochet Thread, Dimensionals

Really makes me want a chocolate right now but no must be good have finally started to do something about the waistline 6.1kg and counting!

Happy stamping,

Bec

Paper Scraps

So like any good crafter I have buckets of scraps lying around begging to be used. I came across this idea in Australian Cardmaking, Stamping & Papercraft Magazine Vole 16 No 12. I made two different versions and even pulled out the old sewing maching for a bit of interest on the butterfly.

Here is what I used:

Stamps: So Happy For You (Sale-A-Bration set)

Paper: Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Subtles DSP

Ink: Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Rhinestones, Big Shot & Bigz Beautiful Butterflies Die, Martha Stewart Butterfly Punch, Large Oval Punch, Scallop Border Punch, Daffodil Delight Ribbon

These were super easy to do just get a scrap of cardstock and strips of leftover DSP to make your desired pattern. Add some interest with punched edges and sewing then run the cardstock through your Big Shot with the butterfly die and voila instant jazzy butterflies! This is great for using up all those bits lying around and is a new look too.

Hope you are having a creative day,

Bec

New Rubber!

I got my pre-order for the Autumn/Winter mini starting next month so wanted to ink some up straight away. This is a new a la carte stamp called Sail Away. I really lack masculine stamps so decided this was a must for my addiction ahem collection. This was using the sketch SC323 over on Splitcoasters as well.

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Sail Away, Vintage Labels (retired)

Paper: Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Elegant Soiree DSP

Ink: Crumb Cake, Soft Suede

Accessories: Jumbo Eyelets, Small Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Dimensionals

Happy stamping

Bec

Birthday Bakery Delight

Apologies for not blogging in soooooo long but life has definitely got in the way and to be honest I haven't really felt very creative in such a long time. This is a card I made ages ago using a sketch challenge (sorry can't remember which one). This set is a hostess level 1 set so if you like it you need to hold a demo or get $300 in orders together and it can be yours!


Here is what I used:

Stamps: Birthday Bakery

Paper: Marina Mist, So Saffron, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink DSP

Ink: Staz-on Black & assorted Markers

Accessories: Rhinestones, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Marina Mist Satin Ribbon, Button from stash, Crochet Thread, Big Shot & Lots of Tags Sizzlit

I have been doing some creating so hopefully will be back with something for you soon!

Bec

Flood Appeal

We all know how devestating the floods have been throughout Queensland, NSW and Victoria. Stampin' Up! is doing their part to help those affected.

As flood waters continue to inundate Australia in what has been described as the worst flooding in 37 years, we express our deepest sympathies to those who have lost loved ones and homes and to those whose lives have been changed forever. We, like so many of you, feel a compelling need to lend support to all those who have been affected.
Stampin' Up! demonstrators have a long history of making a difference in the lives of others--especially when disaster strikes and the need is greatest. Nearly two years ago, we watched another tragedy unfold in Australia. Our hearts were touched as demonstrators, customers and friends joined together in support of the Bushfire Appeal. We've done it before and we can certainly do it again!
Please join with us by supporting the Australia Flood Appeal--a cause in which Stampin' Up! will donate $2 AUD of the retail value of sales from any stamp set (with a retail value of $30 or more) sold in Australia and New Zealand from 15 January through 15 February to the State Emergency Services in Queensland.

Please help us make a difference by placing an order today. If there is something you have wanted for a while then this is the perfect time to order as you will not only be getting that fantastic product but helping others at the same time!

Happy stamping,

Bec

January Special

Well now we have got Christmas out of the way its time to move onto the next celebration! Here is a fantastic special for January.


How cool is that and if you buy both the stamp set and the punch you get two free sets of Heart Treat Cups! Click on the picture above which will take you to my Stampin' Up! website for more information. Or just email me at becb75@dodo.com.au or phone 0413 563 637 to place an order.

While at my website check out the new class dates I have put up. They are as follows:

Friday 21st January at 7pm

January Technique Class - Embossing & Heart Treat Cups

Theme - Valentine's Day

Cost $15 or $12 if you bring your own adhesive

Friday 28th January at 7pm

January Christmas Card Class - get a head start on those Christmas Cards for next year by making 6 cards (2 simple designs so make 3 of each)

Cost $15 or $12 if you bring your own adhesive

Please RSVP to book your spot and for any more details.

Wishing you all a very happy and safe new year. Hoping to catch up with everyone soon at a class or workshop.

Bec

December Frenzy Update

Have you ordered your products from the December Frenzy brochure yet? (click here to see that post) If you haven't already done so get in quick as some stuff is selling quickly. These products will only be available until tomorrow at the special price and then will revert back to the usual price.

100069 Night of Navy Stampin' Write Marker Reg. $5.75 Special. $4.03
105115 Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Write Marker Reg. $5.75 Special. $4.03
105109 Bravo Burgundy Stampin' Write Marker Reg. $5.75 Special. $3.45

If you would like any of these get in quick! I will be ordering at the latest at 8pm tomorrow night.

Bec

When Did Christmas Get Here?

Well I am shocked to realise it is only 2 weeks until Christmas and I am so not ready. As I said earlier my mojo has completely deserted me. Here is something I have made that I was happy with and didn't end up in the bin like everything else!

I'm sure I used a sketch challenge for the card but sorry have no idea which one! Here are close ups of each and what I used.

Materials used:

Stamps: Welcome Christmas, Tiny Tags

Paper: Real Red, Soft Suede, Whisper White, Retired SU DSP

Ink: Versamark, Soft Suede

Accessories: Elegant Lines EF, Big Shot, Rhinestones, Retired SU Ribbon, Scallop Circle Punch, Red EP, Medium Jewellry Tag Punch, Dimensionals, Merry Details Sizzlit Die, Rhinestone Brad, X-Lg Round Tab Punch, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Sticky Strip

Thanks for stopping by,

Bec

December Frenzy

To celebrate the festive season Stampin' Up! are offering some fantastic specials this month. Save up to 50% on some products. Click here to visit my Stampin' Up! website and check out all the deals.

While you are there check out the new Summer Mini Catalogue. It is packed full of great products and projects.

Sorry this place has been so uninspirational of late - life has got in the way! Hopefully the new year will see me get my mojo back. I am creating but don't really feel up to sharing at the moment. Don't get me wrong am still loving everything and all the exciting new products which you can order through me anytime.

Bec