Bookmarks and matching card

I am doing an online swap where you make a theme-related card and send to the person on the list who is above your name, and one of the person below your name....The theme was "red hearts" so I stamped a OSW (one sheet wonder) with little red hearts on it, and used that to develop my card and a matching corner bookmark.  I used the Bridesmaid specialty paper by Stampin Up on it - I love that paper, it has a wonderful sheen to it.  The two corner bookmarks are slightly different, as I decided I just wanted to ink the edges of it.  I think they turned out cute and hope the recepients like them.  I think I'll make up some more since I really like the idea of stamping your own paper and then using it for your card and a matching bookmark....but I made the bookmark first, then made the card!  Did this while watching the opening Olympics - too bad the biggest presentation of lighting the inside torch had a mechanical problem.  So what do you think of my card and bookmark set?  I also did some more work on my blog and really wanted to put in a slideshow, but will have to figure out how to do that yet.  Have a great weekend.  Mary L

It's a new year & just getting the hang of it

Wow, another year come and gone - here it is February 2010 already - caught me way off-guard!  And sadly neglecting my poor blog.  When I look at other people's blogs, I feel so guilty that I can't have as attractive one that I would like...  Sure is harder than it looks and makes me appreciate the work and time they have put into their blog.  


I've been working on improving my cardmaking talents through Stampin Up and it is enjoyable - love seeing what others have done and shared.  Makes me want to try a little bit harder and post some of my projects.  I posted some of them on the Stampin Up site and actually got some comments - I was so excited as it was my first time getting any feedback. 

Here's a picture of the distressed ruffled scallop circle flower pin card I got comments on - I like the vintage-type feel of it, which seems to be all the rage now.  Here is how I made them:  Punch 5 scallop circles (I used coordinating colors from SU Patterns Pack III) & distress each on edges with classic ink; then fold/crumple into a ball.  Unfold & crumple again into a ball. Uncrumple and stagger on top of 6th scallop circle. 6th scallop circle was only folded/crumpled once as it will be a stabilizing base.


Put mini-brad through all 6 layers, then dab top of flower in inkpad for distressing markings.  Tie piece of twine, jute, yarn, etc. through button (I used SU designer buttons) and hot glue on top of brad. Hot glue brooch pin to back of flower. Crumple & scrunch flower edges around button one more time for extra ruffles.  Pin flower to card (4 x 4) cut out of bridesmaid specialty paper and punched with lace edge border.


I made these for a swap this week and hope everyone likes them.  Hope you all are staying healthy, safe, and coping with the weather, etc.   Mary L

Samples of dog cards

Here are some cards with dogs on them made by other demonstrators. These cards feature the newest Stampin Up stamps with dogs....Also posting a picture of the Stampin Up rubber stamps with the dog pictures on the right side. Wouldn't these be cute in a set of dog cards with a matching card box? If you are interested in something like this, just send me an email!

Dog meetup group at local dog park

I posted a picture of our dog, Inu, at the first dog meetup group at the local dog park. This was on July 16th and this dog park has 3 sections for dogs off-leash: area for timid dogs/older/smaller dogs, larger area for more energetic dogs with a few dog obstacles, and an area where the dogs can go into a pond. This time of the year, with daily triple digit temperatures, lots of dogs like the pond! Inu is wearing her pink cooling vest and although it works quite well, she isn't fond of it. One of the dogs at the meetup was quite fascinated with Inu, and kept coming to see her, so I got a picture of them....The local tv station even showed up.

New card picture posted

Since the previous picture I had posted of the Long Envelope Dog Card was a little fuzzy and it was hard to see the details, I scanned the card and posted it today. Hopefully, you will get a better idea of what it looks like....I also redid the instructions on how to make this card and put in some more illustrations that are clearer. If you would like me to send the card directions to you as an attachment, email me - there is no charge!

Dog cards

I've been getting more dog stamps and just started making cards with them - posting a picture of my very first dog card: Long Envelope Dog Card - Make a card with its own envelope. This card is made with a regular long business envelope, some cardstock scraps, and stamps, and is pretty easy. If you want to buy the kit to make your own, email me. If you just want the directions, they are free. mklecuyer@hotmail.com

Hope you are enjoying summer; staying cool too!