As a young Mom, I used to love getting special Better Home and Garden's Christmas Organization books. I had one for every year for about 4 years and then they stopped. Doesn't that always happen? I still keep a rather ragged and make shift journal of everything at Christmas. I have a book for the cards that I send. I laugh at how it looks, but wish that I had the ones from years ago.... Read more →

When Stampin' Up came out this these new dies, I was so excited. Why give away a beautiful card with a naked envelope? I really need to concentrate on dressing up the envelope . This die makes it so easy. Check out this video done by Stampin' Up. This will be so easy and what a way to use up all that extra patteren paper. Don't forget to leave a comment and enter your name... Read more →

Stampin' Up has released the September Best of 25 Years Stamp Set early this time. I must say that I am happy with this decision. Here is the info: Click on the picture to make it larger. As a special incentive to collect the Best of stamps, Stampin' Up is including a collector’s card and 25-year proof of purchase sticker with every Best of set. Collect six stickers, and send it in to redeem a... Read more →

I really was feeling like I didn't have a brain when I was without my computer. It is amazing how much stuff we rely on. Yesterday, I picked up my new Mac. Love it!!! Did I say that I love it? I have a few things that I have to get used to, but it is worth the time to learn it. The screen is so big compared to my other one. Best of all.......... Read more →

It is time that I give something away again. If anyone knows me they know that I love to give stuff away. Well....... From now until the first day of club on September 7th, I will give away a package of candy dots and the candy dot bases. Aren't they cute? Did you know that you can use the bases for the pearls and rhinestones? Here is what you have to do to get your... Read more →

I am in the process of putting together my semi annual Stamp Camp up in Knutsford. I have tentatively booked the cabin for September 14th from 10-4 ish. I am still putting the projects together but I am gearing to using the new Pop 'n Cuts dies that can be found on page 188 in the annual Catalogue. These Pop 'n Cuts are so versatile and I have finally had a chance to play with... Read more →

Can you believe it? Only 4 months until Christmas. So many things that I want to do and so many classes to work on. I love Christmas. What about you? I have sent out 9 Christmas cards already. LOL it was for a swap, but how cool is it to get 9 back in the mail. Have you checked out the new Gift Bow Die? If you love to dress up packages, this is the... Read more →

I am ready for my annual BOGO event. Everything is priced. Hope you can make it . And some just in boxes because not enough table room. And another table. I am sure that I have something for everyone. Have a great day. Stampingly, Diane Read more →