February Class - this weekend!! Last minute, but it will be fun!

Hello friends!!  Well, here we are at February 2014!  January was a blur and I just couldn't get my act together to plan a class for January.  I decided to offer my February class a little earlier this month since I was able to get some help for this weekend.  My partner in crime is going on a vacation and won't be here for our usual class which is usually held on the third Saturday and Sunday of the month, so we decided to give it a try and see if we can round up some people to come and join us for a fun weekend this week!
Last weekend, I was honored to be asked to be a presenter at the very first Spreading Aloha event.  It was nice to meet so many new people.  I haven't been at one of these events in like forever, so it was nice to finally go to one.  I learned a new project that day which I loved!  Love it so much that I thought we would make it this weekend.  It's called a card in a box and it folds flat to fit in a regular card envelope.  In addition to this card in a box, I thought we would make a couple of tags featuring the new tag topper punches and a couple of easy but cute gift card holders using the envelope punch board.  Here is the info for the class:
When: Saturday, February 8 at 10:00 a.m. and Sunday, February 9 at 10:00 a.m. at my home.
Cost $20.00.  If you are a demonstrator the cost is $10.00.   Please RSVP to me via email no later than Thursday, February 6.  I look forward to seeing you this weekend!  Here is a peek at the card in the box project we will be making.  Thanks to Norine for sharing this fun project with us at the event!!

I hope that you will join me this weekend to make these fun projects!!

2013 Holiday Projects

The 2013 Holiday Party was so much fun.  Thank you to those who attended and joined me as we made some fun projects!  We had so much food too!  Thank you to everyone who brought a dish to share.  It was enjoyed by all!
Here are the projects that we made:  Using the new envelope punch board, we made a cute Santa box.  The box has a belly band belt and inside is where we stored our other projects.

We made 3 tags using the deco thinlet dies on cherry cobbler cardstock and stamped an image from the Christmas Tagables photopolymer stamp set using real red.  This tag was also embossed using the Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

 

Here is the back of the tags:

 We also made these 3 tags using white cardstock and stamped snowflake images in Marina Mist from the Endless Wishes photopolymer stamp set.  This set is now SOLD OUT!  I'm so glad that I ordered mine early.  Unfortunately, SU will not be reordering this set as it is too close to Christmas. 

We made 3 cards with envelopes.  I love these notecards with envelopes - the best deal ever.  Gotta share with you that you can get 20 cards with envelopes for only $5.95, how awesome is that!?  The card stamped using the Endless Wishes photopolymer stamp set in cherry cobbler and old olive.  Then we embossed the card using the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder and added a strip of washi tape. We stamped a snowflake from the Festive Flurry stamp set and cut out with the Festive Flurry thinlet die.  Popped it on with a stampin' dimensional and a rhinestone to complete the card.  For the envelope, we cut out liners using paper from the Season of Style paper stack.

Time to work on my own personal holiday projects now.  Meanwhile, my brain is thinking of projects for my 2014 class in January...I'm open to any suggestions!  I'm thinking of making some projects for Valentine's Day!
That's it for now.  Thank you for stopping by to check out my post.  Hopefully,  I will have time to post the projects from the previous classes...sorry so late with those!

A Holiday Party to Thank my Customers

The holidays are here, can you believe it?  What I can't believe is that time escapes me all every month and even more so these days, I'm having a hard time keeping up with my blog and posting all of the projects from my classes.  I'm going to have to get better about making some time to post!  I can't promise regular posting, but I can promise that I am going to try harder!

Today, I'm posting a little sneak peek of the projects that I have created for my customers and downline who have attended my classes during the year.  These projects will be offered at my holiday party at no charge, as my way of saying THANK YOU to you for your support of my classes and business.  Without you, I would not be able to continue as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.
I was only able to finalize the projects this past weekend, thank goodness it was a long holiday weekend for me!  The original date of the party WAS supposed to be happening this Saturday, November 16 that was until I had a house of sick kids which delayed my creation of the projects.  I'll explain more about the "kids" another time.
The NEW date for my holiday party will be on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 at 11:00 a.m. at my home.  I will be providing snacks, drinks and these fun holiday projects!  If you would like to bring a dish to share, please let me know so I can tell you what dishes I already have to avoid duplication.
If you have attended any of my classes this year and would like to join me to celebrate the holidays on November 24, please RSVP via email no later than November 20.  You must attend in person to receive your project kit.
Looking forward to celebrating the holidays early with you!  Don't forget to email me to RSVP no later than November 20.

Tags, Giftcard holders and Bags Class Sneak Peek!

I can't believe that it's already October!  I'm sooooo late in getting my October class projects rolling - 
but I finally was able to come up with the ideas and just in time too.   The October class featuring holiday gift tags, giftcard holders and bags will be held on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20 starting at 10:00 a.m. at my home.  We will be making 10 tags (5 each of 2 designs), 4 giftcard holders (2 each of 2 designs) and 4 bags (2 each of 2 designs).  Here is a sneak peek of the projects!

The cost for this class is $25 and will include everything you need to complete these projects.  Please RSVP via email to me as soon as possible since we only have one week before the class.  If you have already RSVP'd to me last month and have paid, may I ask that you send me an email to make sure I have you down?  Thank you!!  I have been distracted with some family matters this past couple of weeks, so I appreciate a reminder.  I usually have everything down and organized, but this time, I have to admit, I need your help, just to make sure.  Thank you, thank you!!
I will be offering the "to go" kits as well for $35 and demonstrators pay $12, which is a deal for these holiday projects!  Speaking of demonstrators, Stampin' Up! is having a promotion until October 21 to join for only $25!  One of the perks of being a demonstrator is paying half-price for classes!  If you are interested, email me, or check out the scoops on my SU website www.alohagirl.stampinup.net.
Looking forward to those who already signed up for this class.  I had fun creating these projects and can't wait to share them with you!!

Snowflake Ornaments!

Just wanted everyone to get excited with me about these beautiful snowflake ornaments!  We will be making three of these ornaments - one each in Soft Sky, Pistachio Pudding and Silver.  These will be a perfect addition to your tree, on a gift or on a gift bag!  As a side note, you might want to bring your own scoring tool such as a trimmer with a scoring blade, or your simply scored scoring tool (a scoring board with stylus) as you will need to score some of the snowflakes.  I will have scoring tools available for use, but you might not want to wait to use them.

I have now opened up a Sunday class - September 22nd starting at 10:00 a.m.  I have had more than a few requests for Sunday classes, so we will do class on BOTH Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd.  When sending in your email RSVP, be sure you specify what day you are reserving your space for.  FYI, Sunday class is filling up fast!  I have more space for my Saturday class.

Holiday Cards in the making!

The holiday season has begun, at least in the crafting world.  The holiday card class will be held on Saturday, September 21 at my home starting at 10:00 a.m.  We will be making 10 cards with matching envelopes and even a snowflake ornament!  We will be using the envelope liner die to line our envelopes with designer series paper to match our holiday cards!  The liners really makes the card look more complete, in my opinion and I love it!  This class will also feature the latest circle and label thinlet card die.  These cool cards are so easy to make and I can't wait to share them with you!  The cost for this class is $25 and will include everything you need to complete 10 cards with matching envelopes as well as a cool snowflake ornament.  Demonstrators cost is $12.00 and "to go" kits will be $35.
To reserve your space at this class, you will need to RSVP via email and send in your payment.  The payment holds your space for this class.   I will try to accommodate as many people as I can for this class.  If I have a lot of interest, I may open up a Sunday class - not sure just yet.  You can mention a preference of days in your RSVP so I can let you know if a Sunday class opens up. 
In the event you do not show up for the class, you will need to make arrangements with me to pick up your kit.  If you wish to have me complete the stamping and cutting for you, there will be an additional charge as it will be considered a "to go" kit.   Thanks for your understanding!
Please be sure to bring your tool kits as well.  For this class, you may want to bring your trimmer with a scoring tool, or if you have a scorepal or something can score lines.  This will be for used for the snowflake.  I will have my scoring tools available, but you might have to wait for use.

I'm really excited for this holiday class and can't wait to share it with you!  The October class will be tags, giftcard holders and gift bags.  That class will be on October 19.  More info will follow.
Thanks for stopping by today!  I hope to see you soon!

Swallowtail Class projects (July Class

I totally forgot to post the projects from the July class.  This class featured the stamp Swallowtail.  I love this stamp!  I know after the class, alot of people fell in love with this stamp too!  Here are the projects!  I tried to make all of the cards have a 3-D effect.

This card featured the chevron embossing folder and washi tape.

We made 5 tags using the Chalk Talk dies.  These tags remind me of the closure for a loaf of bread, I love them!

As a bonus, we made this cute tag using the deco label frame lit die and then punching a large oval at the top.

Thank you to all of the ladies who attended my class.  It was so nice to see everyone again after a long absence.  I sure did miss this monthly gathering, but taking care of Dad was top on my priority list.  I know that everyone understands why I had to stop the classes, it was tough.  My Dad, who also loved my classes, was there in spirit cheering me on and was smiling to see all of ladies enjoying themselves too.
Thanks for stopping by today!