Hello, Baby.

A family member is expecting in March and her shower is this weekend.  We can't attend, but here's our adorable card we sent!  (Oh, and it was super easy to make, thanks to the use of my Stampin' Up! punches!)

The front panel was stamped with the woodgrain background stamp (adorable!). 
I punched out a wide oval to peek-thru to the inside! 

The inside was the owl punch sitting atop the branch from the two-step extra large bird punch.

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes, Woodgrain background
Ink: Early Espresso
DSP:  Elegant Soiree
CS: Baja Blue, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla [owl:  Baja Blue, Basic Black, Old Olive, Soft Suede, Whisper White]
Accessories: small oval punch, large oval punch, wide oval punch, owl punch, two-step extra large bird punch

Eat Chocolate, Final Chapter

One more eat chocolate!  Did you like this weekly series?  I'm thinking about doing it again! 
Here's a fun little treat holder that was created by simply cutting a slot.  A full size chocolate bar fits snug into this card! Simple and delicious for the recipient.

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Eat Chocolate
Ink: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso
CS: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Pumpkin Pie, Tangerine Tango, Whisper White

Accessories: Framed Tulip Embossing Folder, Linen Thread, Scallop Edge Punch, Neutral Designer Buttons

Eat Chocolate, Bright Edition

Whew, these colors are BRIGHT!  They were inspired by the new DSP pack in the upcoming Sale-A-Bration catalog (yes, another sneek peek!). 

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Eat Chocolate
Ink: Pacific Point
DSP: Ice Cream Parlor DSP (FROM THE UPCOMING SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG)
CS: Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Pacific Point, Whisper White
Accessories: Circle Punches, 1/4" Daffodil Delight Grosgrain Ribbon, Decorative Label Punch, Rhinestones, scallop edge punch. 

Eat Chocolate, Part Two!

Day two of chocolate!  Here's something completely outside my comfort zone...

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Eat Chocolate
Ink: Basic Black
CS: Basic Black, Melon Mambo, Whisper White
DSP:  First Edition (NEW IN THE MINI TOO!)
Accessories: Markers, Big Shot, Lattice Embossing Folder, Circle Die, Mini Library Clips, Linen Thread

Eat Chocolate, Part One!

It's Chocolate week!  This is the best form of chocolate, ZERO CALORIES. 
This stamp set is adorable in the new occasions mini.  These cards are wonderful to send to your girlfriend for any pick-me-up occasion!

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Eat Chocolate
Ink: Early Espresso (stamped off once to achieve a lighter color!)
CS: Crumb Cake, Real Red, Whisper White
DSP:  Neutral Patterns Designers Series Paper Pack
Accessories: Heart punch, 5/8" Satin Ribbon Early Espresso, Cutter Kit

An Elegant Thank You

Sometimes a card can just take my breath away.  Is that silly?  I first saw a similar card at a team meeting display board and I was moved to recreate it.  I used Early Espresso, Baja Blue and Very Vanilla.  It was a very easy card to make, but I think it leaves a big impact.  After I embossed the baja panel, I gently used a sponge with baja blue ink and rubbed it over the raised embossed design.  Stunning. 

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: Elements of Style, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Early Espresso
CS: Baja Blue, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla

Accessories: Antique Brads, Large Oval Punch, Small Oval Punch, Oval Scallop Punch, Chantilly Lace 1/2" Crochet Trim, Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder

Happy Valentine's Day!

HI! Have you seen the new mini catalog? It's adorable! These are a couple QnE's (Quick and Easy's)!.

 

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):
Stamps: XOXO
Ink: Basic Gray
CS: Real Red
DSP: Love Impressions
Accessories: Big Shot, Whisper White Grosgrain, glimmer brad, 1-3/8" circle punch

 

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):

Stamps: Valentine Defined

Ink: Basic Gray

CS: Real Red, Whisper White

DSP:  Love Impressions

Accessories: Heart Punch

Sweet Deets (all supplies Stampin' Up!):

Stamps: NONE!
Ink: VersaMark
CS: Crumb Cake
DSP: FREE! From Sale-A-Bration (more Sale a bration sneak peeks later!)
Accessories: Heart Punch, Melon Mambo Pompom trim, Letterpress plate heart pressed,
Hope this gets you ready for Feb. 14th. 
Have a great day!

NEW CAMERA! (and a bunch of other stuff)

Hi.  Thanks for all the well wishes and emails saying "Where are you?"  I got caught up in a bunch of nothing and I lost sight of motivation.  Good for you, I'm back.  I'm back working out, being happy, baking, trying new recipes, stamping, thrifting and sharing.  Baby, I'm back!  I already have at least 10 things to share with you.  I didn't expect any of my holiday giftables to get so many wonderful compliments.  I'll gather you some tutorials and dimensions to recreate things I've been making.  And don't worry, they will work for year-round gifts.  Get excited!

Santa brought our house a new camera! So we've been playing....

I know enough to know I can't get this setting back!  I LOVE me some blurred backgrounds!

Apeture, exposure, shutter speed.  I have no idea!  :)

Still trying to blur the background....Since bf wouldn't be my subject, I rounded up my Build A Bear monkey!  And I haven't picked up shoes and newspaper from my floor.   

Trying for a shot further away.  My after-holiday mantle isn't complete yet.  It's a work in progress.  Right?  Feel free to leave some hints on color and height options for me.  I'm stuck for now. 

Anyway, January 4th kicks off the NEW Occasions Mini catalog!  Did you get your complimentary copy from me in the mail?  EMAIL me if you need one.

Thanks for hanging in there with me!

SHERRI

Sale! Sale! Sale! Sale!

Hi friends.  Good Monday morning to ya.  I'm very excited because this is a SHORT week and I get to spend time with my family!  The second reason I'm so excited is because Stampin' Up! just announced some AMAZING sales (valid thru 11/30).  CLICK ON THE IMAGES BELOW TO OPEN LARGER IN A NEW WINDOW!  This will stay on the right-hand side of the menu at http://www.sweetestdesigns.blogspot.com/ so you can find it easy! 

Have you designed your holiday cards?  There's still plenty of time to take advantage of this sale and get some new rubber and cardstock for your cards.  (May I suggest Cherry Cobbler?  It's such a wonderfully vibrant red!).  

Make your wish list and have your friends, family, husbands shop from me and make sure you get the perfect gift under the tree.  Tell the husbands, I include the wrapping for them!  (wink!)

And remember, these are great gifts to give too, even for non-paper crafters.  Check out the Decor Elements or Simply Adorned jewelry! 

Have fun shopping and call or email me with ANY QUESTIONS.  (I'm off to make my wish list right now!)

XOXO,
SHERRI

House Keeping This and That

Let me know if you see any missing links.  I changed the background today and worked on some new sidebar widgets!  If you're reading this in a reader or your email, click the header to go to my page to check it out. 

Please look for a special announcement on Monday (11/22) about some deep-discounted products and earning FREE SHIPPING! 

Also, I'd like to send a shout out to my new friends from PA!  Thanks for stopping by Sweetest Designs. 

Have a great afternoon.
SHERRI

A Great Time to become a Demonstrator...

Starting November 15, and lasting until November 30, 2010, new recruits (that could be you!) can purchase the Standard or Digital + Starter Kits for only $87.50--that is 50 percent off the regular price of $175 for over $310 worth of paper or digital crafting and business supplies!

Beyond the signup and the neat-o starter kit there's no other obligation.  You do not return the kit contents if you decide not to pursue demonstratorship.  That means you're getting $310 worth of supplies for $87.50. 

If you have any questions, please contact me!  I'd love to answer your questions.

And don't worry....I'm coming back to blogging.  I have so many projects and photos to share with you I'm about ready to burst! 

xoxo.
SHERRI

Bundle (just in time for your holiday preparations!)

Dates: October 19-December 16, 2010

Details: You can purchase select products--perfect for Amazing cards, Beautiful packaging, and Cherished gifts--at a 20 percent discount! See bundle flyer for more information.

Things to Remember: This offer is available on all order types (customer, workshop, and online). Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order

There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.

NOTE: You must use the bundle item codes provided below. The 20 percent discount will not be applied if individual bundle item numbers are entered separately.

CLICK ON THE PHOTO TO MAKE THE FLYER LARGER!

Give me a call with any questions or to place your order today! 
Have a great one.
SHERRI