Test Post
SO, I don't know what happened recently, but my feedburner feed started acting up and was no longer including the text of my post in the body of the email but only showing the title. I discovered this has been going on since mid-November about the time I received an early Christmas present in the form of an iPad. While adding an iPad app related to my WordPress blog, I think I changed a setting that was only sending a "summary" of my posts. I've changed that setting back to Full Text ….
Which means that this is a TEST POST to see if it is now working… Now to include a photo 
This is a scrapbook page I created using My Digital Studio… This was from Christmas 2010 while visiting South Bend, IN… Unfortunately, this year we did not have any snow for Christmas and no Snow Fun for Caleb.
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
Subscribe to the comments for this postNew Product Review – Framelits Die!
I'm really excited about some new products that Stampin' Up! has introduced in the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog. If you own a Big Shot or similar die cutting machine you may already be familiar with a similar product that has been on the market for a while starting with the letter "N!" This new Stampin' Up! product comes with the Stampin' Up! guarantee of a quality product. So, let me introduce you to the…
Framelits!
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To the left, you'll see a sample of the two Framelits Dies currently available in the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog. There is the Hearts Collection (125599) and Labels Collection (125598) each individually priced at $26.95 and exclusive to Stampin' Up! As described in the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog, the Framelits Dies are "innovative, thin, wafer-like design." So what makes these Framelits Dies unique? The design of these Framelits mean "you see where you're placing the design before you cut!" Another great feature of these Framelits Dies is that Stampin' Up! can create matching stamp sets. For example, The Labels Collection of the Framelits Dies coordinates with the Apothecary Art stamp set.
When using the Framelits with a stamped image, you layer the appropriate sized Framelit over the stamped image then run it through the Big Shot. Then you can "layer dies inside each other to cut frames for stamp images. Cut single hearts or labels for accents or layering." One rule of thumb that you should generally be followed is to use a single sheet of card stock or Designer Series Paper. I have seen people create a card using 2 layers of card stock or Designer Series Paper, but you need to keep in mind the thickness of the cardstock and I personally would not have more than two light weight card stock layers to create a folded card in the shape of the Framelits Dies that you have used.
Stay tuned for tomorrow when I share a card I created using the Labels Collection with the Apothecary Art Stamp Set. I have to say that I'm in love with the Apothecary Art Stamp Set especially when paired with the Framelits Dies Labels Collection. As I become more familiar with these products myself, I'm certain you'll see more of them here on my blog.
To purchase your own set of these Framelits Dies so you can get started exploring this wonderful new product, click HERE.
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Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
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SQSC 21 Morning Cup & Sneak Peek
Stampin' Queen's Sketch Challenge # 21
Stampin' Up! Morning Cup Stamp Set
Welcome to this weeks episode of the Stampin' Queens Sketch Challenge with SQSC #21! I'm really excited about this card using the Morning Cup Stamp Set. A very dear family friend recently gave me a beautiful tea cup and saucer that matches another piece of the tea set she had previously given to me as a wedding gift. This dear friend means the world to me and I can't wait to send her this card as a thank you for the tea cup set she sent me.
This card also provides another 2012 Sale-A-Bration sneak peek of the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper and Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack which will be available from January 24 to March 31, 2012. This 12 x12 Designer Series Paper is absolutely gorgeous! I love the feel and vintage look.
To create the tag, I cut a length of cardstock and found the center point where I wanted to create the angle cuts and marked it with a pencil. Then I measured 1 1/4" on each side then cut at an angle to the center point and afterwards cut the tip to create the tag. The tea cups are from the Morning Cup Stamp Set. To create the tall stack of tea cups I stamped the first three tea cups then stamped the image again to create a tall stack of tea cups. The tea cups are colored using the Stampin' Write Markers.
To view my card and the SQSC # 21 cards from the remaining Design Team Members, click HERE! I hope you enjoy the sketch and the card sample I've provided. If you find the time, we would love to have you participate in this weeks sketch challenge with the Stampin' Queens!
Like this project? Please share your thoughts or questions by leaving me a comment. I love hearing from all my readers and also encourage you to share my blog with your friends – word of mouth is one of the greatest forms of flattery.
To purchase supplies for this project or any other projects on my blog, click HERE.
Do you enjoy making similar handcrafted items? Not a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator? Now is a great time to think about becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. To sign up as a demonstrator and join my team, click HERE!
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
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Project Supply List:
Ink: Basic Black Classic Ink (101179); 2011-2013 In Color Stampin' Write Markers – Calypso Coral (123002), 2010-2012 In Color Stampin' Write Markers – Poppy Parade & Peach Parfait (119801)
Cardstock: Calypso Coral (122925); Poppy Parade (119793); Naturals Ivory (101849)
Designer Series Paper: Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper (126154)*
Accessories: Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack (127279)*, Designer Buttons – Neutrals (119743), Jewels – Pearls (119247)
Tools: Big Shot (113439); Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folders (123128)
Stamp Sets: Morning Cup (w:116988; c:120489)
Perpetual Card Template
Perpetual Card Template
Yesterday I promised I would post the template for a Perpetual Card. You'll find that I've loaded the template into my Scribd account and linked it here. You should be able to download the Perpetual Card Template. You'll want to note that when assembling the layers, you need to put about 2 – 1/2" strips of sticky tape on the "top layer" in each of the four corners. Then you place the bottom layer on the top layer to attach. Flip over the assembled card base to see the front or "top layer" of the Perpetual Card.
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
SUOC 36 Perpetual Card Fun with Stampin’ Up!
Perpetual Card
Welcome to the Stampin' Up! Only Challenge #36! This challenge was to use a technique that was fairly new to you. In this case, I've only "created" a Perpetual Card once and that was during a team meeting with my upline over a year ago. While thinking about what techniques I could do for this challenge, the Perpetual Card technique came to mind then I found an article from last years Stampin' Success. That article secured my desire to play with this technique. It really helped that Stampin' Up! had a card template available for me to download from the demonstrator website.
So, you say you don't know what a Perpetual Card is? A perpetual card consists of special folds that when folded and unfolded is a "new" card each time offering a new surprise each time the card is unfolded. So, on that note, enjoy my perpetual card.
Fold # 1 – The front of my card features the I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set along with the Tiny Tags Stamp Set along with the Twitterpated Designer Series Paper found in the new 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog. The base of the Perpetual Card starts with Baja Breeze and the side panels are Pear Pizzazz dry embossed. You need 2 pieces of 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" cardstock. You score the top layer (shown here) at 1 1/16" lengthwise. Then you cut it in half at 2 3/4".
Fold # 2 – When you open the card to the second fold of the Perpetual Card, you see the following. I used the Pink Piroutte cardstock stamped with a preview image from the 2012 Fresh Vintage Sale-A-Bration stamp set which will be available later this month. The sentiment features the Petite Pairs stamp set from the current Stampin' Up! Catalog. In the upper right corner, I also included some tiny pearl jewels which is another product that is a favorite of mine.
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Fold # 3 – The third fold of the Perpetual Card doesn't have a "stamped" feature other than some stamping on the side panels that flip out as part of the fold. Instead, I included a punched element with ribbon along with more Twitterpated Designer Series Paper. From the third fold, we are brought to the final fold.
Fold # 4 – This is the "back" page of the Perpetual Card. On this fold, I again share a sneak peak of the Fresh Vintage 2012 Sale-A-Bration stamp set. The sentiment is the second phrase to the Petite Pairs stamp set.
I'm really excited about how well this card turned out. It did take some planning but that was really the hardest part. My favorite feature is how I used the "friend" heart from I {Heart} Hearts along with the "Hello" from the Tiny Tags set and then paired those with the "so many smiles" and "begin with you" to create a fun message. This will definitely be a fun card to send to a friend!
For those of you that are interested in receiving a template, I plan to post it later today or tomorrow but just have to figure out the best way to post it as a PDF.
To purchase supplies for this project or any other projects on my blog, click HERE.
Do you enjoy making similar handcrafted items? Not a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator? Now is a great time to think about becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. To sign up as a demonstrator and join my team, click HERE!
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCT ONLINE 24/7! CLICK HERE!
Project Supply List:
Ink: Pink Pirouette (111838); Baja Breeze (111833)
Cardstock: Pink Pirouette (100459); Baja Breeze (111352)
Designer Series Paper: Twitterpated (125406)
Accessories: Baja Breeze 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (122964); Jewels – Basic Pearls (119247); Mini Brads (122941)
Tools: Full Heart Punch (119883); Small Heart Punch (117193); Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border (119275); Postage Stamp Punch (122344); 1" Square Punch (124094); Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (118309); Jewelry Tag Punch (117190); Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine (113439); Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (117335)
Stamp Sets: Tiny Tags (w: 118091; c: 118592); I {Heart} Hearts (w: 117010; c: 118571); 2012 Sale-A-Bration Fresh Vintage (c: 125117)
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Celebrate with the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog!
Ringing in the New Year with the
2012 Occasions Mini Catalog!
The new 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog is here, and with so many charming products perfect for Valentine's Day, Easter, birthdays, and more, it's a wonderful reason to call me to schedule a workshop, ask about attending a class, crafting crop or place an order! If you did not receive an Occasions Mini Catalog and would like to receive one, please email me your contact information. Over the next few days, keep a close eye on my blog or my Stampin' Up! website for new classes and events that will be posted or visit my meetup.com website for events along with a quick an easy way to sign up for events!
A new catalog gives you the opportunity to earn new, limited-time hostess products, and is an exciting time to host a workshop where you can experience the hands on fun and see all the new products in action. I truly believe you are going to LOVE the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog.
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from SunnyGirlScraps! I pray you have a joyful, and blessed day celebrating the Birth of Christ. Remember to enjoy this time with your family.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
A Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers, family and friends! I pray you have a wonderful day spent with those you care about. Take the time to share with other what you are thankful for in your life!
I am thankful for the Military Men and Women that serve so I am FREE to celebrate Thanksgiving! I'm thankful for my husband and son – they are such a blessing in my life. My family may be thousands of miles away, but I'm thankful that are as close as a phone call and I know I'll see them soon.
There is so much more that I'm thankful for but just don't have the words to fully express how I feel.
Finally, I'm thankful that Christ died on the Cross so that I may find true freedom in the cross. May your Thanksgiving be bless!
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
SQSC 14 – Stampin’ Up! Elegant Dasher
This week for the Stampin' Queen's Sketch Challenge 14, I bring you the following rendition of Dasher!
Elegant Dasher
Elegant Dasher is beautiful, just shining in Real Red glory. I loved this weeks sketch and was blown away after I completed this card. In fact, I no longer have the card as it has been sold to a friend. I love seeing my creations blessing others and was thrilled when my friend decided to buy it.
One of my favorite features is the flag tag that I created. But I also love the Holly Berry Bouquet Specialty Designer Series Paper that glitters and shines. Oh, darn, I just love this card! I admit it, I'm addicted to monochromatic cards especially with the Real Red and Very Vanilla.
Sunny Girl Scraps Tips & Tricks:
- I love the BIG SHOT! Use the Big Shot with the Textured Embossing Folder to create beautiful backgrounds with dimension.
- To create the tag, use the corner of the Square Punch to create the notch. Quick and easy, so much better than trying to hand cut!.
- Dasher is an A la Carte Stampe priced at $8.95 which makes it a great, economical purchase perfect for the new stamper!
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For project inspiration, here is this weeks Stampin' Queens Sketch for SQSC 14! Sketches really are a great way to get started especially for new stampers as they take the guess work out of HOW to create a card. As you gain confidence in your new craft then you can start to explore and find your inner designer.
Like this project? Please share your thoughts or questions by leaving me a comment. I love hearing from all my readers and also encourage you to share my blog with your friends – word of mouth is one of the greatest forms of flattery.
To purchase supplies for this project or any other projects on my blog, click HERE.
Do you enjoy making similar handcrafted items? Not a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator? Now is a great time to think about becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. To sign up as a demonstrator and join my team, click HERE!
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCT ONLINE 24/7! CLICK HERE!
Project Supply List:
Ink: Real Red (103133)
Cardstock: Very Vanilla (101650); Real Red (102482)
Designer Series Paper: Holly Berry Bouquet (124004)
Accessories: Crochet Trim – Victoria 5/8" (118481)
Tools: Big Shot (113439); Textured Impressions Embossing Folder – Snow Burst (124096); 1" Square Punch (124094)
Stamp Sets: Dasher (116816)
Stampin’ Up! Holiday Extravaganza
Check out these wonderful Holiday Extravaganza shopping offers from Stampin' Up! You'll want to stop by my shop and do some shopping! Get the Simply Scored or Sweet Pressed Cookie stamps TODAY, November 21 ONLY! This is a LIMITED time PROMOTION from Stampin' Up!
Now is a great time to place a Stampin' Up! order and receive some great deals. To visit my Stampin' Up! store and place an order, click HERE!
Sunny Stampin’ & Scrappin’!
Pam Staples
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