Inking Everything Blog Hop

I am so excited to be participating in my teams first ever blog hop.  I am very fortunate to be a part of an amazingly talented group and have such a fine leader as Becky Roberts.  You may have just arrived here from my friend, Raquelle Batth's blog.  Love her designs and go get-em' spirit!  

What's different about our blog hop?  We're showing cool creative ideas on our blog and a coordinating project on our Facebook Business pages.  So be sure to hop through both the blog and the Facebook page so you don't miss a thing.

I LOVE fall colors so this combination came to mind.....if only I had the coordinating DSP in the Holiday catalog ;)  

Stamp set:  For all Things #135155 CM  #135152 WM

Cardstock:  Soft Suede #115318, Blackberry Bliss #133668,  Cajun Craze #119684, Mossy Meadow #133670, Crushed Curry #131199, Very Vanilla #101650

Accessories:  Blackberry Bliss 3/8" stitched satin ribbon #133668, 1-3/4" circle punch # 119850, Woodgrain embossing folder #127821, Autumn Wood Elements #135846, Linen Thread #104199, Clear Embossing Powder #109130, Versamark #102283, Embossing Buddy #103083, Heat Tool #129053, Project Life Corner Punch #135346, Big Shot! #113439

Below is a list of our blog hops.  Enjoy!!

 Mandy Schneider

Http://tmcc4.blogspot.com/

https://www.facebook.com/StampinUpMandySchneider

Becky Roberts 

http://inkingidaho.blogspot.com/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Inking-Idaho/178026222239499

Dani Dziama

http://danidziama.blogspot.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/DanisThoughtfulCorner

 Jen Guarino
http://thestampdiva.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/thestampdiva

Carin Kearns

www.sunnysidedesignsblog.com
https://www.facebook.com/sunnysidedesigns?ref=bookmarks

Janey Backer
http://inspiredstamping.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/inspiredstamping

Ti Kaheiki
Http://Ablessedchaos.blogspot.com
https://www.facebook.com/StampinUpABlessedChaos

Delaney Martin
www.swishandstamp.com
Www.facebook.com/swishandstamp

Carla Blake
http://craftingonhat.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/carla.m.blake?fref=ts

Michelle McDaniel
www.michellescreativejourney.blogspot.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Made4ubymichelle/557799584253510

Penny Smiley
http://stampsnsmiles.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/stampsnsmiles

Raquelle Batth
http://www.ladyandherstamps.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100006342076948&fref=ts

Kari Karlin- YOU ARE HERE
http://starlightstamping.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/StarlightStamping

Congratulations Grad!

I can't believe it is that time of the year where graduations and Mother's Day are upon us.  It feels like the school year just started and here we are a month away from summer.  It's kind of hard to say that considering it has barely even felt like spring very much....areas around us are still getting snow!  

This card is one I CASE'D from the Stampin' Up! catalog but just changed up the colors.  The girls at stamp club enjoyed these colors much more.  

Stamp set:  Blue Ribbon

Cardstock:  Crumb cake, Midnight Muse, Regals Color Collection DSP (Cherry Cobbler) 

Accessories:  Tea Lace Paper Doilies, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" Cherry Cobbler Chevron Ribbon, Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Big Shot!

If you'd like to be on my list for receiving an upcoming catalog in the next month or so please drop me an email at karlita@tctwest.net.  I look forward to hearing from you!  

Retirement List is out PLUS free shipping

The retirement list just came out, so grab your high-lighter and take advantage of free shipping from now until April 25th!  Remember the accessories are only available while supplies last!!

Big Announcements at Stampin' Up!

I LOVE how Stampin' Up! is always seeking the latest and greatest ways of offering new products to us.  And without fail, their latest announcement is for us scrap booking enthusiasts.  

Introducing Project Life!  A scrapbook line for those of us that are super busy but still want to create memories. This first line will become available May 1st but look forward to more products in the new catalog.  

And since its Tuesday, we can't forget about the newest deals for the week of April 15th.  

WEEKLY DEALS

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals!

	Venetian Romance Designer Series Paper Item # 130144 Regular Price: $10.95 US/$13.50 CAN Discounted Price: $8.21 US/$10.13 CAN
	Needlepoint Border Textured Impressions Embossing Folders Item # 129383 Regular Price: $7.95 US/$9.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.96 US/$7.46 CAN
	Adorning Accents Edgelits Die Item # 125595 Regular Price: $9.95 US/$11.95 CAN Discounted Price: $7.46 US/$8.96 CAN
	Night Of Navy 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon Item # 126874 Regular Price: $4.95 US/$6.75 CAN Discounted Price: $3.71 US/$5.06 CAN
	Natural 5/8" Chevron Ribbon Item # 132982 Regular Price: $6.95 US/$8.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.21 US/$6.71 CAN
	Anywhere Glue Sticks Item # 104045 Regular Price: $3.95 US/$5.50 CAN Discounted Price: $2.96 US/$4.13 CAN
	Outer Space Stampin' Around Jumbo Wheel Item # 126938 Regular Price: $8.50 US/$10.50 CAN Discounted Price: $6.38 US/$7.88 CAN
	Floral District Photobook Template - Digital Download Item # 127211Regular Price: $17.95 US/$19.95 CANDiscounted Price: $10.77 US/$11.97 CAN

Best Things in Life Aren't Things.....

Do you ever stop and think about that phrase?   What things in life have brought you true happiness?  As for me.....I know its not material things.  It's the sense of accomplishment after completing a difficult task, the feeling of unconditional love you receive from a young child or even a pet, the joy in a child's face....It really is all about the simple things in life.  When you die with the most toys that's not how you're going to be remembered.  You'll be remembered for the kind of person you are and what differences you have made in the world.  That's one reason I love my "job" as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  I can teach people to find their inner creative soul and make things that bring joy to other peoples lives. 

 I particularly love the spring colors in this card and am looking forward to the flowers blooming and hearing the birds chirping in the morning.  

Stamp set:  Feel Goods

Cardstock:  Island Indigo, Smoky Slate, Whisper White, Tangerine Tango, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Vellum, Watercolor Wonder DSP

Accessories:  2-1/2" circle punch, Bitty Butterfly punch, Elegant Butterfly Punch, Tea Lace Paper Doilies, Rhinestones

To prepare us for the upcoming retirement list, I'm offering a contest!!  Email me your list of 10 stamp sets that you thing will be on the retirement list.  Deadline is next Sunday, April 20th at 6:00 pm.  The winner with the most correct answers will win $10 off their next purchase of $50 or more with me.  SOOO, do your research this week, and email me your responses:   karlita@tctwest.net.  Hope all you of have a splendid week and pray for some wonderful spring weather to prepare us for Easter next Sunday.  

Simply Sketched

Water coloring is such a simple technique but gives an amazing first impression!  It's definitely something I need to do more often...but it was hard to find the right stamp set to be able to do it.  Not every stamp set lends itself to being water colored.   The girls at club were anxious to learn water coloring and loved this card. 

And the unique fold on this card added to the "ooohhs and awwwes".  

Using Smoky Slate for just the subtle shading below the flower added to the final touch to lift it off the paper.

Stamp set:  Simply Sketched

Cardstock:  Watercolor paper, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Old Olive

Accessories:  Decorative Dots embossing folder, Basic Pearls, Blender pen, Big Shot!

Hope you're enjoying my new posts since my absence.  If you're looking forward to some new things, leave me some love!  I enjoy hearing feedback from my audience!  

Inking Everything Tag Swap

I have the luxury on being part of a wonderful team, Inking Everything.  They are quite a creative bunch of ladies that come from all corners of the country. It's rather unfortunate that we only get to see each other at convention time because time always flies when your day is full of so many fun activities! 

We do get to enjoy each others creations on our own private Facebook page but also have wonderful swaps from time to time.  Our most recent swap was an over-the-top tag.  The photo below was my creation for our swap.  So many layers, and fussy cutting and fine little detail went into this creation.  

Stamp set:  Happy Hour, Yippee-Skippee!

Cardstock:  Watercolor Wonder DSP, Gumball Green Core'dinations, Crushed Curry, Tangergine Tango, Smoky Slate, Island Indigo, Whisper White

Accessories:  Windows Frames Collection Framelits, Banners Framelits Dies, Bitty Banners Framelits, Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Festive Paper Piercing Pack, Linen Thread, sanding block, Dazzling Diamonds, Rhinestones, 1-1/4" Burlap Ribbon, Decorative Dots embossing folder, Big Shot!

Phewwwww!  That was a long list!! If you'd like to be part of our group and participate in fun swaps like this there's always more room for fun, creative people.  And if you join now, Stampin' Up! has given new consultants free registration for convention.....that's a $295 value!!  It is the TIME OF YOUR LIFE!!  Head over to my Stampin' Up! website to get more details.  

Welcome Back!!

No, I have not dropped off the face of the earth or run away with "Raul" the pool boy. :)  Just been busy with changes in life and trying to figure out a new rhythm....They say you can only handle as much as God has thrown at you.....well, in that case I must be Super Woman!  Just kidding, but it sure does feel that way sometimes.  

This card is one that we created for class back in February.  I LOVE the colors!  And even though it was created for Valentines Day it could easily be used for any occasion wanting to express love.

Stamp Set:  Hearts a Flutter

Cardstock:  Smoky Slate, Pool Party, Real Red, Whisper White

Accessories:  Tea Lace Paper Doilies, Real Red 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon, Hearts A Flutter framelits, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, Expressions Thinlits Dies, Big Shot!

In just a few short weeks Stampin' Up! will be releasing the retirement list in preparation for the release of the new catalog in June.  If you want to be included in my email list just drop me a message at karlita@tctwest.net  I look forward to hearing from you!