Stamp-A-Stack Cards

These are the cards we created at my Stamp-A-Stack this week. I used all Sale-A-Bration stamp sets, which are available for FREE for a limited time only with each $50.00 purchase.

We created 2 of each design for a total of 8 cards for the price of $12.00. If you would like to set up a time to create these cards with me, please e-mail or call me. Or if you would like to receive the supplies by mail so that you may recreate these cards in the comfort of your home, send me an e-mail for more information.

Designed by Michelle Hoffman

Original Layout by Jami Sibley
Stamps: Birthday Whimsy, Birthday jumbo wheel
Ink: Green Galore Classic Ink, Bashful Blue Stampin’ Around cartridge
Cardstock: Green Galore, Whisper White, Brilliant Blue, Bashful Blue, Jersey Shore Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Stampin’ Around Jumbo wheel, Pumpkin Pie grosgrain ribbon, SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter

Designed by Kathy (Last name unknown) http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/798340?cat=5507&si=merci
Stamps: Merci, Lots of Thoughts
Ink: Black Classic Ink, Black stampin’ write marker
Cardstock: Almost Amethyst, Naturals White
Accessories: Stampin’ Pastels, pastel applicators, White gel pen, Pretty in Pink grosgrain ribbon, SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter

Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Original Idea by Angie Juda
http://chicnscratch.typepad.com/chic_n_scratch/2008/02/card-of-the-w-2.html
Stamps: So Many Scallops, Many Thoughts
Ink: Real Red Classic Ink, Bashful Blue Stampin’ marker
Cardstock: Whisper White, Bashful Blue, Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Scallop circle punch, 1/8” circle punch, Ice Circle Rhinestone brad, Real Red wide Grosgrain Ribbon, SNAIL, Stampin’ dimensional, Paper Cutter
Technique: Tent Topper Card
Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Original layout by Beate Johns
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/76194?cat=4169
Stamps: Friendship Blooms
Ink: Black Staz-On, Pretty In Pink, Pixie Pink, Pink Passion Classic Stampin’ Spots, Pixie Pink stampin’ write marker
Cardstock: Pink Passion, Basic Black, White Glossy
Accessories: Crop-A-Dile, Black eyelets, SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter paper towel
Technique: Spotted Square Background (With a Twist)

Valentine's Day Projects

I almost forgot to post the projects I made for Valentine's Day! I was planning to post them over several days leading up to Valentine's, but I completely forgot. So here are they all are, in one post:

Hershey Purse- Designed and Made by Michelle Hoffman
Paper: Cutie Pie DSP, Rose Red CS
Accessories: Large and Small oval punches, Scallop circle punch, 1/8” circle punch, adhesive, one silver brad, one Hershey’s mini bar.

Nugget box- Made by Michelle Hoffman- Pattern can be found at

http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=190469&highlight=Nugget+Box+Pattern
Stamp Set: Happy Heart Day
Paper: Rose Red Designer Prints, Rose Red and Whisper White CS
Ink: Basic Black, Ballet Blue, Going Gray, Rose Red, Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink Classic Ink
Accessories: Blender pen, Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, scissors, paper cutter, Regal Rose wide grosgrain ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds glitter, Address labels, 6 Hershey Nuggets

Nugget box- Made by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp Set: Happy Heart Day
Paper: Rose Red Designer Prints, Rose Red and Whisper White CS
Ink: Basic Black, Ballet Blue, Going Gray, Rose Red, Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink Classic Ink
Accessories: Blender pen, Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, scissors, paper cutter, Regal Rose wide grosgrain ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds glitter, Address labels, 6 Hershey Nuggets

Peek-a-boo box- Made by Michelle Hoffman- Original Idea by Qbee on Splitcoast Stampers, and the template can be found at http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7329573
Stamp Set: Boatloads of Love, Hearts wheel
Paper: Real Red and Whisper White CS
Ink: Real Red Classic ink, Whisper White ink cartridge
Accessories: Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Crystal Effects, scissors, paper cutter, chunky glitter, Cinnamon hearts

Peek-a-boo box- Made by Michelle Hoffman- Original Idea by Qbee on Splitcoast Stampers, and the template can be found at http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7329573
Stamp Set: Boatloads of Love, Hearts wheel
Paper: Real Red and Whisper White CS
Ink: Real Red Classic ink, Whisper White ink cartridge
Accessories: Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Crystal Effects, scissors, paper cutter, chunky glitter, Cinnamon hearts

Mini Mailbox- Designed and Created by Michelle Hoffman- February Stamp Class project
Stamp set: Holidays & Wishes
Paper: Berry Bliss Designer Series Paper
Ink: Rose Red Classic Ink

Accessories: Mini mailbox, ribbon, scissors, 1/2” circle punch, 3/16” corner rounder punch, sticky strip,
SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter, ruler, pencil

Treat Bag- Made by Michelle Hoffman- Original Idea by Stampin' Up!- February Stamp Class project
Stamp set: Happy Heart Day
Paper: Whisper White, Chocolate Chip CS
Ink: Purely Pomegranate Classic Ink, Chocolate Chip, Regal Rose, Rose Red Stampin’ Write Markers
Accessories: Cello bag- medium, Candy, 1/8” circle punch, Large and Small Tag punches, Crop-A-Dile, SNAIL adhesive, Eyelet- Fresh Favorites II, Purely Pomegranate double stitched, Silver cord

Scallop Bouquet- Made by Michelle Hoffman
Original idea by Tracey Roy at http://www.lakeshorestamper.typepad.com/
Stamp Set: Seeing Spots
Paper: Rose Red Designer Prints, Rose Red, Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White CS
Ink: Rose Red, Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink Classic Ink
Accessories: Plastic clear jar, Wood dowels, Acrylic paint, Sticky Strip, SNAIL adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals, 1 1/4” circle punch, 1 3/8” circle punch, Scallop circle punch, Pretty in Pink 1/4” grosgrain ribbon, Purely Pomegranate double stitched grosgrain ribbon, Light Pink gingham ribbon, Cupid’s Mix M&M’s.

6 x 6 scrapbook page- Kissing Technique- Designed and Made by Michelle Hoffman

Stamp Set: A Beautiful Thing, Floral Background, Holidays & Wishes
Paper: Regal Rose, Real Red, Whisper White CS
Ink: Rose Red, Regal Rose Classic Ink
Accessories: Paper trimmer, Glue dots, SNAIL adhesive, Photo Corner punch, 1/8” circle punch, Eyelets, Regal Rose wide grosgrain ribbon

Answers to the Spring/Summer 2008 Catalog Scavenger Hunt

Here are the answers to the catalog scavenger hunt I posted to my blog on January 14. Enjoy!

1. What is the color scheme for the Eastern Eclectic style? Old Olive, So Saffron, Pumpkin Pie, Groovy Guava, Cameo Coral, Rose Red pg 10
2. In which hostess appreciation level is “From the Garden”? Level 1 pg 21
3. Which stamp set would be ideal to use for someone in the military? The Free & The Brave pg 33
4. Where would you find “God’s little lamb”? God is Love pg 58
5. Which stamp set is featured in this month’s Valentine’s Day promotion? Happy Heart Day pg 65
6. Where did Dominik take a trip to? To the Zoo pg 70
7. From the sales of which stamp set will Stampin’ Up! donate to Ronald McDonald House Charities? Just Like You pg 92
8.Which stamp set would you use to create scallops? All Scallops pg 111
9. Which stamp set would I use to stamp “This belongs to” on a book? Property Lines pg 130
10. Which stamp set states “Never Stop Believing”? It’s A Sign pg 150
11. Which colors are In Color? Blue Bayou, Soft Sky, Wild Wasabi, River Rock, Groovy Guava, Purely Pomegranate pg 163
12. What is “Berry Bliss”? DSP pg 169
13. Which card stock colors come in “Tie the Knot” Simply Scrappin’ Kit? Chocolate chip, Certainly Celery, Very Vanilla, Kraft pg 175
14. How many colors does the “Flower Fusion” felt flowers come in? Three pg 177
15. What is “My Way”? Punch pg 180
16. Where will you find “Good Times”? Urban West Rub Ons pg 182
17. Which product comes in a choice of “Chunky” or “Fine”? Stampin’ Glitter pg 186
18. Where will you find “Clear Round Rhinestone Brads”? Pretties Kit pg 188
19. What is “Sherbert”? Ribbon Originals pg 190
20. Which product gives you the choice of “Pink, Blue Green, Orange, Red, or Silver”? Bead Duo page 192

The winners of the Catalog Scavenger Hunt

The winners of the catalog scavenger hunt have been selected! I apologize for the delay but an unforeseen situation came up. But now I can tell you who the winners are!

For being the first person to send in a completed scavenger hunt, the winner is
................................ BETH B!
The winner of the name drawing is
.............................. KRISTA R!

Congratulations, Beth and Krista! Your prizes will be sent to you shortly. I will contact you with further details.

Thank you to all of you who entered the catalog scavenger hunt. I wish I could give you each an award! I hope you will participate in future contests of mine.

Have fun stampin' and creatin'!

Altered Mini Mailbox Tutorial

Altered Mini Mailbox
by Michelle Hoffman

Supplies:
Paper- 4” w x 12” l- Designer Series Paper “Berry Bliss”
Scissors
1/2” circle punch
3/16” corner rounder punch
Sticky Strip
SNAIL adhesive (not pictured)
Paper Cutter
Ruler
4 pieces ribbon- 12” each

Step By Step

Step 1
Cut patterned paper 4” wide by 12” long.

Step 2
On the mailbox, move the flag into the up position. Measure the distance from the center of the rivet on the flag to the rim of the front lid. The distance should be approximately 5/8”.

Step 3
Decide which way you want the design of the paper to lay on the mailbox, and then mark your paper with the measurement you just made. You can draw a line or a dot on the paper where the center of the rivet on the flag would be.

Step 4
Using the 1/2” circle punch, punch a hole on the mark you just made. Then cut a slit from the front edge of your paper to the punched circle. This will allow you to fit the paper around the rivet on the flag.

Step 5
Place a piece of sticky strip on each wide end. Place the paper on the mailbox, fitting the hole around the flag and rivet.

Step 6
Peel the red liner off one strip and attach to the bottom of the mailbox. I prefer to attach the side with the hole punched out first to assure that the hole is lined up correctly.

Step 7
Then repeat on the other side.

Step 8
Take a coordinating piece of patterned paper and trace the lid onto the paper three times. You will need two pieces for the two lids plus one piece to attach to the inside of the front lid. I simply cut inside of the lines in order to get the proper width, but you may want to measure to get it exact. The measurements of the paper for the front of the two lids should be 3” wide by 3.5” long at the highest peak. The piece for the inside of the front lid needs to be smaller than the front pieces, measuring 2-15/16” wide by 3-3/8” long at the highest peak.

Step 9
Round the bottom corners of each piece with a corner rounder punch.

Step 10
Apply adhesive to the backside of the patterned pieces and attach to the lids. If any paper overhangs the lids, trim carefully with sharp scissors.

Step 11
Take one of the 12” pieces of ribbon and apply SNAIL adhesive to one side. Attach to the mailbox. Repeat with the other three pieces of ribbon.

Step 12
Embellish as desired.