Sunday, December 26, 2010

Chew Toys, Clippie, and a Skirt

Other projects inspired by Mandy Erickson. I used leftover fabric from the little one's blankets that I made and made chew toys, a flower clippie and a skirt, inspired by Kasia Jackson (another stampin' girl).

Sylvie and Cooper got matching chew toys...just boy and girl fabric and lots of Stampin' Up! ribbon. I folded up two cello bags and put them in the middle then stuffed batting on each side of the bags. This makes the toys crinkle as well. Mandy is a GENIUS!
I used her flower idea for the matching clippie and used the Scallop Square Duo die to make the chew toy and skirt. So CUTE! Want to see even cuter???Having a cousin the same size as you means you get to play dress-up. :) I know it will fit Sylvie because it fits Cooper. :)

I made something else for all the cousins and my girls but I'll post about them later after everyone has received their gifts.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Aprons

Inspired by Mandy (a gal in my Stampin' Up! group) I made these aprons for my girlies. I didn't have a pattern but I think they turned out better than I expected. They are ADORABLE!!!

The girls were very pleased as well.
The fabric is from Stampin' Up! and is only available until Jan. 3rd. My mom found the red fabric to go with it at a quilters store in Bountiful. I love the way they coordinate!
The one above is Mandy's and the one below is mine. The flowers are super cute too and are Mandy's great idea. Thanks! Now I just need one to match for myself! :)

Monday, December 13, 2010

Monday, December 6, 2010

You're Invited!

Just a couple of quick things:

Below is an invite to an awesome event! You do not have to be a club member or sign up for club to attend. This event is for customers and hostesses...and you're friends that may want to see what Stampin' Up! is all about and it's FREE!

If you cannot attend but would like to be included on our 2011 club calendar let me know as soon as possible. We'll be drawing names for who hostesses what months. Also let me know if there is a month you absolutely cannot host otherwise I will place you as you're name is drawn. Other details of club will be discussed and the information will be typed up and e-mailed to those not in attendance that will be participating in club.

I am looking for a few new club members so if you know of anyone that may be interested please bring them! You will get to pick a stamp set from my retired collection if they join.

If you are interested in what a club is/does call me or e-mail me so I can get you more details or just come to the Hostess & Customer Appreciation Event so that you can learn all about it and make your decision then.

PLEASE RSVP no later than Monday, December 13th so I can make sure I have prepared enough projects for everyone to make. I'm super excited and can't wait to stamp the night away!

embellishedbybrenda@gmail.com


Monday, November 22, 2010

Stampin' Up! Online Spectacular

Dates: November 22-30, 2010
Details: During this one week only, you can get incredible discounts--up to 50 percent--saving big on your favorite products, as well as qualifying for FREE SHIPPING with online orders of $150 or more. You can still get a discount on the products when ordering through me by placing a workshop order but you cannot qualify for free shipping this way...so the best idea would be to combine orders with your friends and family to get at least $150 in orders to get the free shipping (a 10% savings on top of the already FABULOUS prices).

Discounted product information is listed on this PDF. If you want to see pictures of all the items on sale visit http://stampinup.com/ and click on store then online spectacular.

Things to Remember

  • Discounted products (except My Digital Downloads) are available on all order types.
  • Discounted digital downloads are only available on demonstrator and online order types.
  • There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
  • For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
  • Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
  • Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
  • Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Christmas Card Workshop Reminder

Can you believe the holidays are upon us already? I'm excited to share the cards you can order for the Christmas Card Workshop! I've priced the cards so that it is economical for you to make enough for everyone on your list. However, they do not include envelopes. If you'd like to include envelopes so you can stamp them to coordinate at the workshop add an additional $2.00 for each set of 10 cards. Each card is priced out for a quantity of 10. On most of the cards the greetings are interchangable to suit your style.
Fee: Varies depending on the card(s) you choose
Dates/Times: Wednesday, December 1st from 6-10 pm, or Saturday, December 4th from 9:30 am- 1:30 pm
I must have all orders in to me by Monday, November 22nd to ensure you get the card design(s) and quantities that you want. I will accept orders until Monday, November 29th but cards will only be available based upon supplies I have on hand so call or e-mail to place your order today! All cards must be prepaid. I accept cash, check, or paypal (sent to chubby_bunnies@yahoo.com. Include $2 extra to help cover fees).
*If you can't make it to one of the classes but really want the projects I charge a fee to cut and punch your projects then I'll get you pictures and instructions so you can assemble them. You will need to use one of your stamp sets or purchase the stamp set used to stamp your projects.

Card #1 $8.75


Card #2 $9.25
(The greeting is interchangable and the ornament, tree, and snowman shimmer with shimmer paint!)


Card #3 $7.50


Card #4 $7.75

Card #6 $9.75

Card #7 $6.50

(Check out the shimmer on the snowman!)

Card #8 $8.25

(The smootch spritz adds a beautiful shimmer to the snowflakes!)



Thursday, November 18, 2010

Directions to Mindy Mae's Market Boutique

From US-89 Take exit 396 (UT-106/Shepard Lane)
Turn onto Shepard Lane, westbound
Drive 1.2 miles then TURN LEFT at 350 East
Drive 344 ft then continue onto 2000 West
Drive 0.3 miles then TURN LEFT at 900 North
Drive 0.1 miles then continue onto 1875 West
Stay to the right when the road splits
The house will be Mustard Yellow and on the left-hand side of the road.
You've made it!
Remember Friday 6pm to 9pm and Saturday 9am-6pm

You can also go to her website and enter into a drawing for some cool items! Mindy Mae's Market

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Stampin' Up! Starter Kit is 50% Off!!!

November 15-30, 2010 sign up to be a Stampin'Up! Demo for only $87.50 and your get over $310.00 merchandise!

Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the minimum sales requirements?
A: You only have to submit $300 in sales per quarter. Hold at least one workshop a month, and you’ll not only cover your sales minimum, you’ll also be able to pay for some of your own hobby as well. Also, you can submit your sales in any increment you wish & still get your discount and commission.
Q: What if I only want to do this as a hobby. Do I still have to have workshops?
A: Absolutely not!! Stampin' Up! supports the hobby demonstrator just as well as the career demonstrator. You can put in your own order or collect orders from family & friends to equal the $300 a quarter minimum.
Q: Can I be my own Hostess?
A: Yes, you can be your own Hostess anytime you want. You can invite your family & friends into your own home and have a workshop. You would be the Hostess, receiving the Hostess benefits, & you would also be the demonstrator receiving your instant income & commission.
Q: How much does it cost to get started as a Demonstrator?
A: The Standard Starter Kit is only $175 plus tax (shipping is free!). It includes everything you will need to get your business up and running, including stamp sets, ink, paper, catalogs, order forms, training video, etc.
Q: What if I decide that I don't like it once I've started. Will I be penalized if I quit or is there a certain time frame I have to be a demonstrator.
A: You can stop anytime you choose. You simply just stop putting in your minimum sales. Stampin' Up! may send you reminders that your sales are due, but there won’t be any repercussions except loss of demonstratorship. But I guarantee you once you get started you won't want to stop!!
Q: What kind of incentives can I earn as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator?
A: Stampin’ Up! offers so many benefits and incentives to demonstrators… here are a few:
In your first 3-4 months you have the opportunity to earn FREE stamp sets from the current catalog through a program called Stampin’ Start.
30% Off on your first order if you place it within 45 days after signing up. 150.00 and up.
You can earn up to 40% commission on personal purchases & customer sales.
Every year you are eligible to earn a FREE Stampin' Up! Cruise.
Great Rewards - You get to pick FREE items (Logo & product) each quarter depending on your sales. The first prize level only requires $1,000 in sales per quarter, and you’ve earned a very nice prize!
Complimentary catalog and mini catalogs throughout the year.
Receive our Stampin’ Success monthly magazine – includes great tips & techniques!
Pre-order new sets before they’re available to anyone else.
Q: Do people really make money at this?
A: YES!! There are many demonstrators who make $5,000, $10,000 or even $15,000 plus a month. Also, every year there are cash awards given at convention for group and individual accomplishments. One is for Rising Stars…ONLY brand new demonstrators qualify for this one!!
Q: Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?
A: Of course not!! However, because this is a multilevel marketing company we have the opportunity to earn a residual income. The best way to earn a substantial income is by growing your team through recruiting!
Q: How much support can I expect from my Upline?
A: You can expect to receive full training from me. Including business tips, ideas, stamping techniques, and ongoing support through our Group website & email! I will be your biggest cheerleader for whatever goals you want to achieve with Stampin' Up!
Q: Where will I get my ideas for my workshops?
A: Stampin' Up! has many resources for demonstrators. The Catalog, the Stampin’ Up! web site, the monthly Stampin' Success magazine, training videos, Stampin' Discuss, and my web site. It is OKAY to copy your projects from these sources and use them at your workshops. You do not have to do everything by yourself.
Q: Are there any Stampin' Up! Events that I can attend as a new demonstrator?
A: Yes, almost all of them!! Every year Stampin' Up! has its annual convention. It will be in Utah in July, 2011 and is 4 days long.
Leadership training is a fabulous event for those at Senior Supervisor level and above. If you want to achieve greatness with Stampin' Up! this is the event for you.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: Go to http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/francemartin/startyourownbusiness and click on Join Stampin’ Up! You’ll need my password & that is green22.
Q: Do you really love what you do?
A: I absolutely LOVE what I do and I know you will, too. The friends I’ve made as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator is an amazing bonus I hope I have answered some of your questions. I would love to share this Fabulous Business Opportunity with you today!!! Please feel free to contact me!
Q: Can I rejoin if I was a demo in the past?
A: Absolutely YES!. If it's lest then 6 month you need to rejoin with the same up line, if it's pass 6 month that you are inactive you can join with any demo of your choice.

Want to see what come in the kit click here.
If you choose the Digital kit click here .

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Mindy Mae's Market

I'm participating in another boutique! I've been working like mad to get ready and have the perfect gift for your kids' teacher, co-workers, friends, and stocking stuffers (pics to come soon). They're sure to have much, much more. Make sure you put it on your calendar! Check out the website for the boutique: Mindy Mae's Market

Date(s)/Times: Friday November 19th 6-9pm, and Saturday November 20th 9am-6pm
Location: 712 N 1875 W Farmington, UT 84025 (It is in a Destination Homes model home)

There will be about 50 vendors there. I will also be doing a make & take. You will get 18 tags for Christmas for only $1! Put it on your calender and come check it out! Also, I have a flyer that I can e-mail you to get you $5 off a $50+ purchase. Let me know if you want one and I'll e-mail it to you so you can print one out for you....and your friends. :)

The make & take Here are the tags.
You will make 2 of each...or if you like some more than others just stamp what you'd like up to 18 total.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Car Seat Cover

I'm sure you've all seen these but I just had to share the one I made. It's nothing super fancy or anything. I found the monkey fabric at Joann's. They had 32" left so that is what I got, and I got the same amount of a light brown fleece. 32" will work but you could use 34" wide by 44" long as well. Then you'll need 5" of another fabric for the straps unless you want it the same as the top fabric, then get 5" more.
  1. I sewed around the fabrics 3/4" in with the fabric's inside out. I left about a 5-6" opening to turn the fabrics around then I pressed them flat.
  2. Hand stich the opening closed.
  3. Then sew around the entire piece again using a 5/8" seam allowance.
  4. Cut 2 pieces out of the solid brown cotton fabric that are 7 3/4" x 5".
  5. Fold them in half and sew the bottom and side together using a 1/4" seam allowance.
  6. Flip the the straps inside out and fold the open part into inself then press.
  7. Sew around the whole strap (like you did the main piece) using about 1/8" seam allowance.
  8. Lay out the main piece and center the straps. I measured mine and put the midde of my straps 5" away from the center of the whole piece.
  9. Pin them on and sew them using a 1" rectangle. I reinforced all of the corners by backstitching so that they won't come undone.
  10. Sew some velcro onto the straps and you're done. I used Scotch Fasteners. It is 2x thiner than velcro and doesn't stick to everything like velcro does but stays fastened. You could also add buttons, bows or whatever else you can think of to the top of the straps to embellish it more.

Total time: about 1 1/2 hours.

Sorry the pics aren't that great. I finished it right before I had to pick up Kazia from school and it was raining/snowing so it is a bit wet.


Wednesday, October 27, 2010

October Club Projects

Here is the card. The picture is not the best but my battery was dead and my camera was beeping so this is the best I can do for now. The strip at the bottom of the spiderweb under the hat is actually green even though it is very washed out in the pic. I used sticky strip at the bottom of the web to gather the ribbon. I got this idea from elsewhere but forgot who made it. It turned out super cute though.
Supplies:
  • Peach Parfait cardstock
  • Pear Pizzazz cardstock & marker
  • Whisper White cardstock
  • Basic Black cardstock
  • Spiderweb embossing folder
  • Wicked Cool stamp set
  • Black Stazon ink
  • Black lace trim riboon
  • Dimensionals
  • Sticky strip

Here are the pages:
Supplies:
  • Basic Black cardstock & marker
  • Peach Parfait cardstock & marker
  • Concord Crush Cardstock
  • Old Olive 5/8" grosgrain ribbon
  • Small silver brads
  • Fine cozmo glitter
  • Mini glue dots
  • Wicked Cool stamp set
  • Whisper White ink pad
  • Concord Crush ink pad
  • Black Stazon ink pad
  • Sponges
  • Alphabet Simple Letters sizzix dies
  • Decorative label punch
  • Large oval punch
  • 3/4" circle punch
  • 1/16" hole punch or paper piercing tool
  • Sticky Strip
  • Dimensionals
  • Rhinestones (to add a little bling to the witches' shoes)
  • Owl punch (black eye dots)
  • Tasteful Trim sizzix die
For the boots you just wrap sticky strip around the backside of the circle. The red plastic layer makes it lay funky but once you pull it off the sticky strip lays flat. Gather ribbon along the outside sticking it to the sticky strip as you go. Tuck under the ends.



For the glimmer brads use a small brad with mini glue dots stuck to the top. Dip them in glitter and voila! Glimmer brads!


I love this little treat holder. This is what I'm sending with Jade for her preschool Halloween party.
Supplies:
  • Basic Black cardstock
  • Spiderweb embossing folder
  • Word window punch
  • Sticky strip
  • Pixie sticks
  • Concord crush ribbon
  • Peach Parfait cardstock & marker
  • Old Olive marker
  • Whisper White cardstock
  • Dimensionals
  • fine cozmo glitter

September Club Projects

For our 12 x 12 spread I used:

  • Celebrations Designer Series Paper
  • Real Red Cardstock & ink pad & marker
  • Bashful Blue Cardstock & ink pad & marker
  • Whisper White cardstock & 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
  • Pear Pizzazz Ink pad & marker
  • Pear Pizzazz Ribbon
  • Word Play Stamp Set
  • 1 3/4" circle and 2" Circle
  • Dimensionals
  • Sticky strip (to hold down the gathered ribbon)

I made the following easel card using this tutorial: http://www.stampinmoments.com/easel-card-tutorial.html and tweeking it a little to fit my needs.

Supplies (All items are from Stampin' Up! Contact me if you'd like to purchase the products to make this card):
  • Bashful Blue Cardstock & ink pad
  • Old Olive Cardstock & ink pad
  • Whisper White Cardstock
  • Daffodil Delight ink pad
  • Not Quite Navy ink pad
  • Awash with Flowers Stamp Set
  • Defining your Life Stamp Set and Alphabet
  • Pearls
  • Texture plates (sizzix)
  • Scallop boarder punch
  • SNAIL adhesive


Sunday, October 17, 2010

How to Fix Feety Jammies

Supplies:
  • feety jammies with holes in the feet
  • tissue paper (pattern)
  • pen/marker
  • scissors
  • fleece (any color will do...I used some left overs I had stashed away)
  • pins
  • sewing maching/serger
First you'll turn the jammies inside out and flatten out the feet. Trace the bottom of one of the feet onto the tissue paper with a marker/pen then cut it out.
Place new foot pattern onto fleece. I doubled up the fleece so I only had to cut the pattern out once.
Here is what you have:
Next you'll pin the two fleece feet onto the bottom of the jammies.
Then sew the fleece onto the jammies. I used a serger then did a straight stitch just inside the serged edge for added durability. If you don't have a serger just zig zag around the edge and then do a straight stitch just inside the zig zag.
Here it what it looks like from the bottom after it's been sewn.
Voila! Good as new...well, almost. There's now a lot more life to these jammies (and one other pair) since they still fit and they're super soft and comfy to wear...or so I'm told. :)

Dino Mite Bib

So I made this about 2 weeks ago just after I got my gypsy for the cricut. I have had fun playing with it but not had enough time :( I do however love how this bib turned out.

Supplies:
bib (I got mine in a 10 pk at Babies R Us)
fabric (assorted colors)
Heat 'n Bond lite (for sewing)

Time: 30-45 minutes

I cut out the pieces in assorted colors, arranged them where I wanted them, ironed them on, then sewed around each item to secure it. I love, love, LOVE the little dinosaur!

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Cooper's Tie

I was changing Cooper's diaper when I noticed that the blue on the changing pad cover matched his plain onesie and I knew just what to do. I had a little piece of the fabric left over so I used my cricut to cut out then ironed on his tie. I LOVE it!!!! Cooper is 10 weeks old already! Time flies!

Time: 5-10 minutes
Supplies:
Cricut (either one)
Paper Dolls cartridge
Fabric
Heat 'n' Bond Ultra (no sew)
Iron
Plain onesie/t-shirt

I don't know what he was looking at but I couldn't get him to look at me no matter what I did.

Cricut Fabric Halloween T-Shirts

So...I've been having a lot of fun playing with my Cricut/Gypsy lately. I have many projects in the works. Here is the latest one that I finished. The girls both picked the same to images from my Mini Monsters cartridge and I added the greeting. I think they turned out spooktacular!
Time: 3-4 hours (this was my first major fabric project so it took me a little longer (5-6 hours) to figure it out and work out the kinks)
Supplies:
  • Cricut (either one will work)
  • Gypsy (optional, but makes this project so much easier)
  • Fabric (assorted colors)
  • Heat 'n' Bond Ultra (no sew)
  • Iron
  • Painters tape (blue, optional but holds down the fabric well on the mat so there is no slipping and doesn't ruin the tackiness of the cutting mat. SAVES your fabric and TIME cutting things out more than once.)
  • T-shirts

I made my witch 5" and my ghost 4" and the greeting 4".

Aren't they just adorable?

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Christmas Card Workshop

Can you believe the holidays are upon us already? I'm excited to share the cards you can order for the Christmas Card Workshop! I've priced the cards so that it is economical for you to make enough for everyone on your list. However, they do not include envelopes. If you'd like to include envelopes so you can stamp them to coordinate at the workshop add an additional $2.00 for each set of 10 cards. Each card is priced out for a quantity of 10. On most of the cards the greetings are interchangable to suit your style.
Fee: Varies depending on the card(s) you choose
Dates/Times: Wednesday, December 1st from 6-10 pm, or Saturday, December 4th from 9:30 am- 1:30 pm
I must have all orders in to me by Monday, November 22nd to ensure you get the card design(s) and quantities that you want. I will accept orders until Monday, November 29th but cards will only be available based upon supplies I have on hand so call or e-mail to place your order today! All cards must be prepaid. I accept cash, check, or paypal (sent to chubby_bunnies@yahoo.com. Include $2 extra to help cover fees).
*If you can't make it to one of the classes but really want the projects I charge a fee to cut and punch your projects then I'll get you pictures and instructions so you can assemble them. You will need to use one of your stamp sets or purchase the stamp set used to stamp your projects.


Card #1 $8.75


Card #2 $9.25
(The greeting is interchangable and the ornament, tree, and snowman shimmer with shimmer paint!)


Card #3 $7.50


Card #4 $7.75
Card #5 $8.25

Card #6 $9.75

Card #7 $6.50

(Check out the shimmer on the snowman!)

Card #8 $8.25

(The smootch spritz adds a beautiful shimmer to the snowflakes!)