Wild for Washi!

Yes, I made it back from Stampin' Up! #Convention2013.  No, my bags weren't overweight!!  I have so much to tell you about my experience.  But I need to be quick today, big men with a moving truck should be arriving at my house in an hour!

Here's a sweet Washi tape swap I participated in.  One of the most asked questions I receive is "how many swaps did you take?"  Over 200!  But I started working on them in June.  I was most excited about this washi tape swap!

What do you think?  Are you wild for washi? 

Have a great Sunday.  I'll be back this week with Convention highlights! 

SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Six-Sided Sampler
Ink: Calypso Coral, StazOn
CS: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Sahara Sand, Whisper White
DSP:  Epic Day This and That
Accessories:Big Shot, Stripes Embossing Folder, Hexagon Punch, Staples, Epic Day This and That Washi Tape, Natural Linen Thread, dimensionals.

Ribbon Storage idea

Ikea shelves!  Look  how pretty!!  

I've been moving this week - including the craft room.  Eek!!  Time to get organized! 

SHERRI

Hey There

How do you feel about stickers?  Have you checked out the Epic This and That designer stickers?  They are nifty and you don't just have to use them in the journal book.  Check it out:

Thanks for stopping by!!
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: NONE!
Ink:  NONE!
DSP:  Epic Day This and That
CS:  Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Accessories: Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers, Washi Tape, dimensionals

Hello!

Greetings from Post-Convention!  One of the events I participated in while in SLC was a shoe-box swap with 47 other demonstrators.  It was so much fun.  Here was my design.  The colors are little off in the photo - that is Pistachio Pudding.  And the card is a CASE of myself.

Four You is quickly becoming my go-to greeting set!  

See ya tomorrow! 

SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Four You, Mixed Bunch
Ink: Pistachio Pudding, StazOn
CS: Basic Black, Pistachio Pudding, Whisper White
Accessories: Blossom Punch, 1" circle punch, 3/4" circle punch, decorative label punch, 3/8" whisper white taffeta ribbon, dimensionals.

Best of Blog Tour!

Thanks for visiting us for another Best of Blog Tour!  The RemARKables are having some much fun at Convention - we'll be sure to fill you in this week!  First I need a NAP!

Best of Greetings is an awesome set!!  And....do you see any sneak peek items?  I've been having fun sprinkling them this week!  Remember to collect all the Best of Sets!

Look at this detail: 

Thanks for stopping by.  Please check out the rest of the tour! 

Lynn Embrey at http://www.possibilitiestamperstudio.com

Here's a list of the other bloggers participating.  I hope you check out all their amazing projects!  

1.   Nancy Amato

2.   Melissa Bolinger 

3.   Jackie Bottomley

4.   Susan Carlson 

5.   Tamra Davis  

6.   Sherri Eddleblute  YOU ARE HERE! 

7.   Lynn Embrey 

8.   Kathy Hamrick

9.   Crystal Kondo 

10. Deb Lehigh 

11. Anne Matasci 

12. Robin Merriman

13. Andi Potler

14. Michele Reynolds

15. Sharon Tisdale

16. Janet Wakeland

So Many Announcements!

My mind was blown this morning at General Session. I have so many wonderful things to share with you including NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENTS!  Stay tuned....

Trick or Treat

Another Halloween sneak-peek! 

I'm off at Convention.  Today is a super crazy busy day!! 
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps:  Tags 4 You
Ink:  Tangerine Tango
CS:  Basic Black, Basic Gray, Whisper White
DSP:  Neutral Color Collection Designer Series Paper Stack
Accessories:  Label Bracket Punch, ¼” Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon – Basic Gray, dimensionals

Do you tweet?

I'll tweet a bit from #Convention2013.  Follow me @Sherri1012.  Have a great day. 

Beware

Want a Holiday Catalog Sneak Peek?  How many new products do you see??  

Have a great day! 
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!): 
Stamps:  Halloween Bash
Ink:  Rich Razzleberry, StazOn
CS:  Basic Black, Old Olive,  Whisper White
Accessories:  Witches’ Brew Designer Washi Tape, Large Oval punch, Decorative Label punch, dimensionals

Thank You

Four You is quickly becoming a go-to set for me!  Look at this crisp card!  

Thanks for stopping by! 
SHERRI
Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps:  Flower Shop, Four You
Ink:  Midnight Muse, Pool Party
CS:  Cherry Cobbler, Pool Party, Sahara Sand, Whisper White
DSP:  2012-2014 In-Color Designer Series Paper Stack
Accessories:  Big Shot, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Pansy Punch, 3/8” Stitched Satin Ribbon – Midnight Muse, dimensionals

Thanks

It's my goal to send more cards this year.  I make them...that's not the problem.  There's a disconnect between my house and the mail box.  Are you collecting the best of stamp sets?

I'll be back next SUNDAY with another Best Of tour and you'll NOT want to miss it :)  

One of my favorite things they're doing with some of the images from the Best Of, is that they are smaller than the original image.  So very cool!  This hydrangea was from Because I Care, an exclusive hostess set.  It's now in the Best of Flowers set.  

Happy crafting!
SHERRI

Thanks So Much

Look - no fuss!  How often so you see that here?  This was a swap from my friend Brooke at the Baltimore Regional convention way back in April.  :)  

She's used her markers directly on the stamp to achieve the variation in the stamp.  

Only certain markers are available individually - that's why it's so awesome that markers from the Color Refresh are being offered.  

Have a great day!  I will be stamping all day!
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Oh, Hello
Ink: StazOn
CS: Gumball Green, Whisper White
Accessories: markers, stamp-a-ma-jig

Fabulous is what you are!

Couple Friday announcements: 

1.  Ribbon split order deadline is TODAY - Friday July 12th at 10pm.  I will be placing the order before I leave for Salt Lake.  It is a la carte by variety OR there's a bundle at the bottom of the list.    I'll offer this again - just need the first group to close.  

2.  Single markers are available - complete your collection piece by piece.  Ordering numbers below.  

I am off for a full weekend of stamping and packing.  Phew.  A quick card today.....

On a budget?  Need a quick card with a big impact?  Check out page 161 of your 2013-2014 Stampin' Up! Catalog.  The laser-edged cards are awesome!  Rhinestones and adhesive-backed hearts are included! 

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Million & One
Ink: Smoky Slate
CS: included in kit
Accessories: included in kit

Live the Life You've Imagined

Live the life you've imagined.  

Have a great day!
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Really Good Greetings
Ink: Early Espresso
CS: Basic Gray, Early Espresso, Pumpkin Pie
DSP:  Soho Subway
Accessories: 3/4" Chevron Ribbon - Pumpkin Pie, Big Shot, retired bigz die, Coaster Board

A Thousand Thanks

Happy Hump-Day visitors!  Did you like the turtle?  I was testing blogging from my phone....just in case I need to blog from Convention, I wanted to be sure I could without taking my computer.  I have enough "stuff" to get to Salt Lake.

One of the swaps I'm participating in, is an organized Thank You swap.  This one is a little too much work for swaps - but I wanted to share it with you.

To achieve the variation on the swallowtail image, use your dauber to apply ink.  Start with the lightest color first - then daub the dark ink.  

Do you love this color combo?  

Speaking of thanks.....we interrupt this blog post, to bring you some news! 

NEW product has been added to the Clearance Rack!!  My favorite:

SHOP NOW!
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Lots of Thanks, Swallowtail
Ink: Crisp Cantaloupe, Strawberry Slush, Stazon
CS: Crisp Cantaloupe, Strawberry Slush, Whisper White
Accessories: Dotted Scallop Ribbon Punch (small edge showing only)

One Week!

In a short week, I will be boarding my flight to Salt Lake City.  This is the 25th anniversary of Stampin' Up!  Our annual convention will also be a giant party.  Estimates are over 5500 attendees from all over the world will be at Convention.  5500: Swapping, hugging and crying.  Old friends unite, new friendships are made - all in the name of stamping.  This will be my first Convention.

Check out what I'm in for...this is the 2012 Convention Highlights!

That means I only have a few more days to finish stamping, shopping and packing!  Eek!!

I didn't know how I'd feel about the Ruffled Stretch Trim ribbon, but I LOVE it.

I won't be blogging from the event - I have quite a busy schedule, but the blog will still be rolling and I'll have sooooo many pictures to share with you when I return.

Thanks for allowing me to share my paper crafting with you,
SHERRI

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Beautifully Baroque, Four You
Ink: Island Indigo, Versa Mark
CS: Island Indigo, Pistachio Pudding
Accessories: 3/8" Ruffled Stretch Trim ribbon in Pistachio Pudding, bakers twine, embossing powder, heat tool

Test

This is a test post. 

Wild for Washi

Let's talk about Washi.  It comes in rolls about the size of a scotch tape roll.  But it's not as sticky as scotch tape.  It can be manipulated and re-positioned without ruining the cardstock beneath!  It can be used a focal point or as an accessory.    Here the three little strips are from the Gingham Garden Designer Washi Tape

How about an Online Class?

Offering seven different sections of Washi wisdom, this class includes everything you need to know to make the most of one of the hottest crafting trends out there. Washi Tape has taken the crafting world by storm, offering an incredibly quick, easy way to add a fresh, colorful look to any project. Our What to Washi Class explores a myriad of Washi options and provides much more than the basics for you to begin your own Washi adventures. This class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for more than 30 projects.  (Look closed at the promo picture above for a sneak peek from the 2013 Holiday catalog washi tape!) 

Bundle Includes:* 7 PDF Documents* 2 Instructional Videos* 4 pkgs of Washi Tape (3 rolls per pkg)* 20 Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes
The following topics are covered in the class:* The Washi Basics* The Next Step* Washi-Above and Beyond* Sharing Washi with Others* Memory Keeping* StorageOnly the Beginning. . .

Shop here for washi tape and/or the What to Washi class.
Have a great day!
SHERRI