Little Friends

I made this card using the stamp set "Little Friends". I love the chubby little hands and feet on the cuties. I paired it with DSP called International Bazaar. I love the colors and vivid designs. I also used some of the new wooden buttons. They work great together.

So, speaking of little ones, I have had my baby granddaughter for the past few days and nights. Mostly just because I missed her so much. The last couple weekends being filled with softball really cut down on my baby time. She's getting so big, so fast. I took this picture after she decided that she wanted to sit in her pool and play instead of follow me into the house. So, she got in, shoes, clothes and all. I did get her sandals off so they could dry but let her play and have fun for a good while. Quite the personality, this one.
I hope you are having a great weekend with the ones you love, young and old, big and small.

Thanks for stopping by. XO, Mimi

We're Going to Legoland!

I am so excited! I have been trying to win tickets to Legoland all week, on the radio. Well, today it happened! Yay!!
As with most everyone I know, money has been tight.
We didn't take our annual trip to Disney for the Very Merry Christmas Party last year and we are feeling it. So, to get to go to Florida's newest theme park, for FREE, is such a big deal.
I listen to 96.9 all the time. At 3:00 they have the 3:00 Brain Freeze. It is a question they ask and if you answer it correctly, you win. Today they asked what most kids did for an hour more a day in 1990? I was torn between reading and sleeping but answered sleeping and I was correct.
I made sure that I sounded super excited too because I hate it when people win and they are just all, ho hum and act like they win all the time and it's no big deal.
Anyway, enough gushing. In honor of my good luck, I made this Lego inspired "Thank You!" card to show you all. Hope you like it.
I wish you all as happy a day as I have had.
XO, Mimi

FYI, The circles are 1/2" and 3/4" and the square is 2" x 2" and the rectangle is 1 1/2" x 2 1/2".

Softball, Birthdays and Eyeballs?

 Hey there, I'm back! These past two weeks have been a little hectic with softball and birthday fun. Lots of hot humid sun and a little liquid sunshine, watching my favorite softball player kick some butt. I love this game and I love the girls that play it! They work so hard and seem to love every minute of it.






In between softball tournaments, we had time to celebrate my baby turning 11. We just had a nice family gathering at my Mom's this year. Maggie insisted that I paint her face, in case you are wondering what that is. LOL! Yes, I dabble in the face painting. In fact, this past weekend I busted my butt painting sweaty but happy little faces, to raise money for Maggie's team. 

 I finally played with some stamps and paper today. I love this set that is in the new Holiday Mini Catalog. I am having so much fun filling the little jar. This one, of course, is for Halloween. I like the eyeballs I made with some circle punches. I really wanted to add a tag that said "spooky treats" but couldn't find one. Oh well. It's getting late and I need to get to bed. 

Thanks for checkin' in. 

XO, Mimi

Happy Birthday, Baby Girl!

Today is my baby girl's 11th Birthday! Wow! It's so hard to believe it's been 11 years. She is so Amazing! This kid is an A,B honor roll student, an amazing Fastpitch Softball player and pitcher, the most wonderful Aunt to baby Farrah and has the biggest heart ever! So loveable and kind. I sure hope she stays that way!
In honor of Maggie's day, I used the You're Amazing stamp set along with the DSP World Spectacular. I also used the Apothecary Accents Framelits, ticket punch and some bakers twine.
Hug the ones you love! Have an Amazing day! XO, Mimi

Make a Cake, Stamp of the Month

Here is the set Make a Cake, in action. This is the set that I will be giving away at the end of the month to one lucky customer. Just place a $25.00 order, before s/h and tax, and you can have a chance to win it!
The DSP Patio Party is a perfect pair! All I did was layer the cake and add the pinwheel and butterflies. No coloring at all. Now that's what I call easy!!! The ribbon is a new In-Color 3/8" Satin Stitched.
Thanks for stopping by. Now, go make a cake!
XO, Mimi

It's Happy Hour time!

OMGoodness! How cute is this set?! It, almost, makes me want a cocktail. Although, I do partake in alcoholic confections on occasion, I think it's quite early right now. LOL!
This fun card uses Marina Mist and Pumpkin Pie I saw the combo on Pinterest and thought it was awesome. So, I had to play with it. I also used the Apothecary Accents Framelits, Chevron embossing folder, Taffeta ribbon and Bakers Twine.
I really love it.
Enjoy your day! XO, Mimi

Moving Forward

This is the new Ronald McDonald stamp set called "moving Forward". Each year, Stampin' Up! creates a new set to help raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. For every set sold, Stampin' Up! donates $3.00. Together, we have raised millions of dollars to help children and their families.
This set is cute and easy to play with. No coloring in required. Nice bold images and crisp lines.
For this card, I used Pacific Point ink and cardstock. I paired it up with some DSP from International Bazaar, Polka Dot Parade and 1/4"stitched grosgrain. I even put our tiny 1/8" brads in the center of the tires.
So much fun!
Thanks for stopping by. XO, Mimi

It's all because of the Rhino!

My sweet little granddaughter loves a show called Bubble Guppies. We watch it all the time. I have hours or it taped on DVDs. Everyone in the family knows the songs and shows by heart. It's really very funny.
Anyway, there is an episode called "The Lonely Rhino" that I love. Ever since seeing that episode, I felt the need to get this set called "Kidoodles", all because of the rhino.
I love the rhino's bandage on "her" horn and her friend, the tick bird. Even Grammy learned something from the show. LOL!
I made this simple get well card using Kidoodles and the DSP Floral District. The coloring technique I used is with the Stampin' Up! markers and blender pen on watercolor paper. I also used the framelits "Bitty Banners", the Boho Blossoms punch and Large Pearl.
Hope everyone is well and I don't need to send it out anytime soon.

Have a great weekend! XO, Mimi

Talk "Birdie" to me!

I told you, I really like this set.
Here is another card using "For the Birds" and the "Polka Dot Parade" DSP. This one I kept really simple and mono-chromatic. The color is Rich Razzleberry. That's the beauty of everything coordinating, even the ribbon and button match. Thanks Stampin' Up!
I also used the Framelits Labels collection and Color Spritzer Tool.

Come back tomorrow and I will show you something from a different set.
XO, Mimi

Happy Anniversary to Me!

I just recently received a letter and pin from Stampin' Up! to thank me for working with them for 10 years. I can hardly believe it has been 10 years already. I love Stampin' Up! today, just as much as I did 10 years ago when I decided to sign up as an Independent Demonstrator.
Certainly, a large reason I am still with Stampin' Up! is because of all of the wonderful friends I have made and get to share my love of papercrafting with, like you!
I have decided to give away a free goodie each month to show my appreciation for all of you who place orders with me. Each month, I will choose a different stamp set or package of Designer Series Paper (DSP). Everyone who places an order with me, for $25.00 or more, before shipping and tax, will get their name in the drawing. At the end of the month, I will draw a winner!
You can place your order on line, through my Stampin' Up! Website, over the phone or email me. ALL orders of $25.00 or more, before shipping and tax, qualify.
Thank you all, so much, for sharing the love of Stampin' Up! with me.

The set I have chosen for the month of July is called "Make a Cake". This set is so fun and easy to play with. I like that you can add layers to the cake as well as the sweet banners and flags you can top it off with. It is a sweet set that can be easily colored or paper pieced and coordinates with the DSP Patio Party.

For the Birds

Hi friends. Sorry I haven't been posting for a while. I have been having lots of fun with my daughters and granddaughter over the summer. I sure hope you are getting to enjoy your children and grandchildren too. They are just growing so fast.
Can I just tell you that I LOVE the new Stampin' Up! Idea Book/Catalog. I have been having so much fun with all of the new sets and don't even get me started on the awesome new ink pads. They are so juicy and the coverage is amazing.
This card is made with one of my favorite sets from the new book called "For the Birds". The images are sweet and simple which makes them fun to play with and easy to color. I also love that they come with sentiments. That is always a plus when I am picking out a set to buy. I paired the set with some of the new DSP called Polka Dot Parade and the 1/4" Grosgrain stitched ribbon.

Thanks for stopping by.
Go and enjoy your summer. I promise to try to keep up on my blogging and show some more fun goodies from the new book.
XO, Mimi

Bear with me while I fix things here!

I'm not sure where my pretty header and background went. I'm really not very tech savvy. I did a system clean-up a few days ago and ever since, I have been seeing some strange changes. So, although the looks of my blog have changed, I have not. If you come back and notice changes, don't be alarmed. I'm just trying to get my look back!
Thanks for understanding.
XO, Mimi

Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!

What a great time I had with all of you that were able to attend Sunday's Open House. Your energy is contagious and inspiring!

I was happy that you all seemed to enjoy the make and takes and free goodies drawings. Maggies pink lemonade cupcakes went pretty fast as well as the raspberry lemonade. They went perfectly with the hot summer day.

A couple of you had left before your name was drawn for the free goodies so, I will let you pick your prize when I deliver your order.

I had so much fun that instead of drawing one name for the free $25.00, I had Maggie draw two names. Hooray for Pat Checchin and Barb Bruno. They get to choose free products from the new catalog! Yay!

 

I just wanted to thank you all again. I feel truly blessed to have so many good friends! 

XO, Mimi

New Catalog Open House!

I have received a shipment of goodies from the new Stampin' Up! Idea Book/Catalog and I can hardly wait to show it off to you.
So, I decided an Open House would be a great way for you to see the goodies and get to play with some of them.
This Sunday, June 10th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, my studio doors will be open to you. Come and play with the new Framelits, stamps and accessories. I will have make and take items, prizes, lite refreshments and a gift for those who attend. I will also have some specials for those who place an order.
I don't want to give too much of the surprise away so, you'll just have to stop by to get in on the fun!
Hope to see you then!
XO, Mimi

So Many Changes in So Little Time!

Howdy Friends!
I just wanted to pop in and let you know about some wonderful changes that are being made here at The Paper Rose Studio and with Stampin' Up!
First, Stampin' Up! is getting ready to launch their new and exciting Idea Book/ Catalog on June 1st. That's a month earlier than in years past. Let me say, I have seen it and it is AWESOME! As usual!
The sad news is that with the new coming in, the old are going out. If there are any stamp sets or products that you feel you MUST have, you need to order them no later than May 31st. I will be putting in my last order with this catalog on Monday the 28th. So, email me ASAP. If you miss my order, you can always order 24/7 at my Stampin' Up! Website. However, if you get special discounts through me, they will not apply with an order through the website.
The changes here at The Paper Rose Studio are the clubs that I am trying to start.
The first one is a Hostess Club. I need at least 6 people to start this fun and rewarding club.
Here are a few of the deets:

• You need to make a 6 month commitment to this club.
• You need to make a purchase of $25.00 or more (before s/h & tax) each month.
• You will receive a free Idea Book/Catalog.
• On your hostess month, you will earn at least $25.00 in free products.
• You can earn more by getting outside orders.
• You will get a free class each month when we meet.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in doing, let me know. I would love to start in June!

As soon as the new  Idea Book/Catalog launches, I will have lots of product shares. What is that, you ask? I will order the new ribbons and papers and divide them up into smaller amounts so you can purchase a package with an assortment of new products at a fraction of the cost of what it would be if you purchased them individually.
I will also be starting a "Stamp of the Month" class. The cost will change each month according to the cost of the stamp set. I will choose a different stamp set each month to focus on. When you take the class, you will get the stamp set and make a set of cards using the set and, hopefully, learn a new technique or two.
So, check back often, I will try to keep you up to date on anything new!
Have a great day! XO, Mimi

The Open Sea, As Requested!

For almost a year, I have been having requests for a class with The Open Sea stamp set and paper. Well, I realize it took me long enough. However, it is finally here!
The class will be on Wednesday, May 16th from 6 to 9 PM and Saturday, May 19th from 10 to 1 PM.
There are 10 different cards at $2.00 each. Do as many or as few as you like.
R.S.V.P. no later than Monday, May 14th.
Here are the samples:

 
 

 

Join May 1st for only $99. WOW!!!

I am so excited to announce that beginning May 1, Stampin' Up! is offering a fully customizable Starter Kit for new recruits at a new lower price of $99! This will give you the perfect start to your business--your way!

When you join my Stampin' Up! family, the choice is yours to put together a kit with any of our current high-quality products--you can choose up to $125 worth of any Stampin' Up! products! You'll also receive a business supplies pack (valued at $65) to create a kit with a total value of $190 that still ships for FREE!

With the introduction of the new Starter Kit, you will no longer have the option to purchase another kit or the add-ons. So if you want to order the current kit option, you will need to sign up by April 30, 2012, 11:50 PM (MT).

Joining is quick and easy, you can do it online at my website and start ordering right away.

Don't forget you get a free stamp set of your choice as a welcome gift from me for joining my team. This special is from me only, not Stampin' Up!

Plus what is even better, the new catalog is right around the corner which means as a Demonstrator we can pre-order new items starting in May!!

I would love to have you join my team of amazing Demonstrators that are all over the USA, please let me know if you have any questions.

Hurry! While Supplies Last!

Stampin Up! has just released the list of supplies that will be retiring. It's 12 pages long! Really, 12 pages! I am astonished! I have been told that some of the items, such as ink pads and stamp scrubber, are being revamped. So, they are not really doing away with them but the current design is retiring.

Unlike the stamp sets that are retiring, the supply items are "as supplies last". So, once they are gone, they are gone.

You can contact me or place an order right from my website for any of the items that you need.

One More Cascading Card

Way to go Pat B! This is such a fun card. Who wouldn't LOVE to receive this!? Love the swirly, the bright colors and the "floating" letters! You rocked it girl!! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!! XO

BTW, I was asked if I intend to do a class on the cascading card. If I have enough "locals", I would be happy to do a class. XO

Let's "KIT" together!

I have had a few people ask what my card kits, for my buffet, contain . So, I thought I would show you.

This is what is in the kit for #2 of my Guy Cards Buffet. There is the envelope, white card base, all layers, pre-embossed, pre-stamped and pre-punched. The sentiment is stamped on both sides. One side reads, "Hope your day is PAR-FECT!" and the other side is "Happy Birthday". I do not color in any images that need to be colored and I do not sponge any edges.

For most of my cards, you will need scissors, bone folder, dimensionals, adhesive and glue dots to complete.

Feel free to contact me with any other questions you may have. XO, Mimi

Guy Cards Class and Retiring List

Stampin' Up! has released their list of stamp sets that will be going away as of May 31, 2012. Go check it out HERE to see if there's anything you have to have!

Let's hear it for the boys!

It's that time of year again. Time to make some cards for the men in our lives.
WHAT: "GUY CARDS" Buffet. There are 10 different cards to choose from and they are all $2.00 each. Make as many or as few as you like.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 25th from 6 to 9 and Saturday, April 28th from 10 to 1.
WHERE: The Paper Rose Studio, North Port, FL
If you are not local and would like to order the card kits, please contact me and I will be happy to get them to you.

More Cascading Cards

Here is the finished card by my friend Pat and another one that she made with the bumble bees. I love those dimensional bees! Great job Pat! I love them!!

Cascading cards are soooo much fun!!!

Last night, a few of my friends and I played around with the "Cascading Card" technique. I know that Susan Peters, from The Crafting Cow, had done a class on it at the last H2U. However, I was too busy to get her instruction.
I have seen them all over Pinterest lately and there are some great ones on Splitcoast Stampers too. I wish Splitcoast would do a tutorial on them. Splitcoast has always, hands down, posted the best tutorials. If you have ever tried to write a tutorial or teach someone how to do any fancy fold technique, you know that it is NO easy task!
Anyway, after I watched some You Tube videos and figured it out, I decided to invite a few close friends over to try it too.
It was so much fun. Here are the cards we came up with. They are not all the way finished, because it started getting late, but you can tell they had fun and when they are done, they will be spectacular!
These are a couple that I made using old Stampin' Up! Simply Scrappin kits that I have had hanging around FOREVER!! I love using Stampin' Up!'s Window sheets (#114323 page 216 $4.95) for the clear pieces that the letters are on. The plastic is nice and sturdy and just seems to disappear. Perfect!




















Here is one that my friend Lisa made for her Father's Birthday. She also used a Simply Scrappin' Kit and some Window Sheet pieces for the "floating" pieces. I think this turned out awesome!!!


















The other three are not embellished yet but I'm sure, when they are done, someone is going to be very happy to get one in the mail!