Stamping for boys?

I don't have a lot of masculine stamps. I do have tool stamps but that does not work for 10 and 15 year old boys. So I went basic and kind of a wallet theme since they wanted money. These were super easy and I even made the envelopes. That is one large open end envelope cut in half and designer paper used to top and close it. I did not want too much work since I don't think these will be kept, but they had to have a little cool factor. Hope it goes over well with my sweet nephews! Such good boys!

What is my thing with birds?

I am actually not a bird fan. They freak me out. BUT, look at my two projects from last month's workshop. Geez, I did not even realize it until after. Even I can admit they are way cute. And maybe I do like owls a little. Just not in person.

I have my projects finished for the Halloween class coming up and I REALLY love them! No, I am not just saying it so you will sign up. But if you do want to come, see the post below and sign up ASAP.

Halloween Class coming soon, sign up NOW!

I am doing a Halloween card and project class, and you are invited!

The class is Friday September 26 from 4-7pm
You will get to make 4 cards and 2 projects all with a Halloween theme.
That will give you great projects to give away or keep as a model to make more!
The class fee is $20 for the 6 projects you make and take with you.
I need all sign ups by Monday the 15 and that is coming quick.

I just ordered NEW stamps, NEW paper and NEW ribbon for our GREAT projects so call or e-mail me to sign up or ask any question and maybe even get directions, it won't be at my house.

I want a Big Shot, do you?

Tomorrow is the first day customers can order the new Stampin' Up! Big Shot from Stampin' Up! Hip Hip Hooray! I have played with the very cool dies that make adorable projects and they are sooooooooo cool! In honor of this cool tool I am offering some great specials. These are limited to tomorrow, September 2nd ONLY, until midnight EST. First day special for anyone who reads my blog.

Check out the brochure available here. http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/BigShot_Cust_US.pdf

Here are the three specials.

1. Buy either of the Starter kits offered (one without and one with the fantastic bag) and you will recieve

- FREE SHIPPING!

- a level one hostess stamp set

- $15 of free merchandise for the kit without a bag

- $20 of free merchandise for the kit WITH the bag

(Check out the hostess benefits page in the adorable new catalog with the scalloped edge)

2. Order just the Big Shot machine that comes with the multipurpose platform and cutting pads so you can start cutting right away (assuming you have some dies) and you will recieve the premium crease pad FREE to make those dies with scoring marks precise and clear.

3. Purcahse $75 of Big Shot accessories such as the bag, dies or cutting and crease pads and get your choice of an 8 1/2 x11 pack of assorted cardstock FREE.

It may be a little early to discuss Christmas presents (or birthdays or anniversary gifts work too) but palnning ahead is always beneficial.

E-mail me as soon as possible to get your goodies right away!

Kirsten