Summer Mini

With all the excitement of the new catalog demonstrator pre order & 50% off some retiring goodies (Yep, Check It Out!)I forgot for a minute about all the great stuff I just got from the summer mini. Luckily our monthly demonstrator Stamp n Chat meeting is tonight & the theme is Summer Mini! I wanted to ink up a set I haven't played with yet so I chose Bouquet Bunch! So Cute!! I made a couple samples with it & thought I would show you which one I didn't choose for tonight. You will have to wait till after our meeting to see the one we are making. Also stay tuned for New Catty Stuff! Have I mentioned how much I Love being a Demo! You wanna join me? Ask me about getting a mini starter kit this month for just $99! ;)

Smiles,
Mercedes

Fabulous Flower!

I don't know who originally came up with this idea but its SO beautiful in person! My amazingly talented stampin friend Lynda brought a card with one of these flowers to our last meeting & it was so fabulous I had to make one for the "For the Birds" class. Thanks for stopping by today!

See Whats Retiring!

Well its official the Stampin Up year is almost over! I am amazed how quickly this year has passed by. Sad to say goodbye to some of my favorite products & stamp sets but excited to see what new goodies will be added to my collection! Click Here for a link to the retiring stamps & accessories. Accessories are only available while supplies last so get em before they sell out! I want to say a huge Thank You to all my Stampin Friends that have helped me keep my business going this year & I look forward to many more good times with you!

More Birds!

I saw a cute card by Julie Pitta & I had to make one for my upcoming bird punch class. I kept it very simple. Thanks Julie! Hope everyone is having a wonderful relaxing weekend!

May's Tech Tuesday Card #2

This was our basic stamping card from our May technique class.
Have a fun & safe holiday weekend!

1st Hybrid Card!

I have been having so much fun with My Digital Studio! The new Summertime Splendor DSP is absolutely GORGEOUS!! I recently got the new Kodak printer & it does a great job printing out the stunning images from this collection. Thanks for stopping by today!

Birds Class Sample #2

I have been steady working on my samples for my next class. It has been fun seeing all the cute things you can make with the bird punch!
Smiles & Blessings,
Mercedes

**CLASS RESCHEDULED FOR JULY 15**

For the Birds Class

I have started putting together some samples for my upcoming class featuring the XL Bird Punch. Here is #1. Till next time....
Wishing you a weekend full of good times!

"IFTL" #3

This kit even had the ribbon! I remember this was a Mothers Day card I taught at a MOPS group a few years back. The original used Roses in Winter. For this I used Elements of Style & a scripture from PTI. Hope you have a chance to be a blessing to someone today! Till tomorrow......
Hugs,
Mercedes

Bin Card #2

Here is another card I redesigned from the "I'll finish them later" bin, which I will now be calling the "IFTL" bin. I think the original used the SAB set Delight in Life & the metallic pencils. So you can see how long these have been sitting here. I'll be back tomorrow with more "IFTL" cards.
Have a wonderful day!

Stamps Used:
All a Flutter
Medallion

Clearing 'Em Out!

I have been trying to clear out a bin I have full of pre cut cards from old workshops. I always cut a couple extra or have someone not show up & it took me 4 years to realize putting the extras in the "I'll finish them later" bin was a really bad idea. Like I am really going to drag all that stuff out again...NOT! So now if there are extras I stamp them at the workshop! Then I can give them to the hostess or bring them home ready to use. But anyway back to the ridiculous bin I have to clear out. Most of the kits don't have the original samples so I have to redesign the cards, which is good because we ARE talking about some cards I designed when I first started stamping YIKES!! This kit just had the Spring Flowers DSP & the card base so I thought whatever the original was it must have been very um...minimal? So I went with super simple. Used the Birds & Bloom die, I really need to use that more often its so cute!
Hugs,
Mercedes

Elements of Style!

This card has been my most popular sample using the new Elements of Style set. This set is absolutely on the MUST-HAVE list! I loved the butterfly card sample in the mini catalog so I used that as inspiration for this card. I used the Log Cabin Smooch Spritz on my background & also sponged my butterfly with it. It does take a little practice to use. My first attempt...not so good. You have to really hold it a good 10+ inches from your project. Anyway thats all I have to share today. Thanks for stopping in!

Where does the time go?

I can't beleive its been so long since I posted something. So whats been going on with me lately you're wondering? I've been super busy making Mother's Day cards, my cousins wedding invites, had a tooth pulled (OMGosh the PAIN has been terrible!), holding classes, planning classes, family stuff....Anyway I'm here now. I have been loving the Elements of Style set from the summer mini. It's just so BEAUTIFUL! I stamped on Kraft & colored with SU markers.

I also have a confession to make. I have received this award from a few different people lately & I haven't time to play by all the rules but I wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU to everyone that has named me as a worthy one to receive the award. :D

Sunshine awards are given to bloggers who help spread Sunshine and a positive, upbeat attitude while sharing what we love and do -- creating handcrafted cards and projects, of course!

Thanks for dropping by. Hope you have a beautiful weekend!

Cards & Candles Class

Apr 30 7:00 - 9:00
We will be using the gorgeous set Watercolor Trio to create beautiful notecards, matching handstamped candle, & flower tealight! This fabulous gift set is sure to touch the heart of the receiver! Plus you will also be making a set of notecards for yourself!

Class Fee $15 RSVP by April 28th

Gift set will include envelopes, clear gift box, & gift bag!

I only have 4 spots left for this class so RSVP today!

Change is GOOD!!

I am so excited that Stampin Up has decided to update their color collections! The new color palettes are fun, fresh, & up to date! We received a sample of each of the new colors that will be available in the upcoming catalog & they are absolutely FABULOUS!!! Some of our favorite In Colors will be making a come back too! Razzleberry & Melon Mambo will be permanent residents in the new collections also. Woo Hoo! Here is my first sample

I will miss a couple of the colors that are retiring but I can't wait till I can pre-order large quantities of the new colors, especially the Cherry Cobbler & Early Espresso, My FAVS! For now I only have 1 sample sheet of each so I've gotta make it last! I punched some circles to fit the size of the butterflies instead of using a bigger piece of cardstock. Less waste that way.

Thanks for stopping by today! :D

Fun Folds

I saw this cool idea on LeeAnn Greff's blog. Go visit her & you'll even find a link to a video tutorial! http://flowerbug.typepad.com/my_weblog/2010/02/februarys-card-club.html

Have a great day!

Flower Fancy

My sweet friend Annette let me stamp some images with her Flower Fancy set so I could have some samples made for the current promotion. Here is one of the samples I have made so far. This set is so pretty & easy to use! Anyway gotta get back to preparing for this weekends Stamp Camp!

Out of My Box

This card was a bit out of my comfort zone. I made it as a belated birthday card for my musically talented 15 year old nephew. I got the sizzix rock star outfit die at a local craft store on clearance for like for $2! Gotta Love that! I die cut the guitar from chipboard. Then used black craft ink & 4 layers of clear embossing powder to make it shiny & added silver cardstock for the accents. Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend!

Good Times

Any time you get an order of new SU! products it's a good day! I had a few minutes this morning to play with the fabulous new Watercolor Trio set coming out in the summer mini catalog, May1st. One of my favorite benefts of being a demonstrator... Pre-Orders!!

Contact me for more info on becoming a demonstrator!

Greenhouse Garden OSW

More samples for my upcoming Stamp Camp!!

Greenhouse Garden Stamp Camp Peek

Another quick peek at a project for the upcoming Stamp Camp!! A neat way to keep your beautifully handstamped cards stored.
Still a little time to RSVP...

Sweetheart Bunny

Last night I dreamt up this little guy. So when I got up this morning I knew if I didn't make it while the idea was fresh it would vanish forever. Luckily baby slept in a little so i whipped this up quick. I hope to have more time later to play with the idea.
Smiles & Blessings,
Mercedes

Punches Used:
Heart to Heart
Large Oval
Heart Border

Bye Bye Sale-a-Brations 2010...

Well its officially the end of one of my favorite times of the SU year. Loved the way they offered so many set choices this year! Anway here's a cute card using the Happy Moments SAB set & the SAB paper pack. So hopefully you saved those tabs from the drink card so you can turn them in to a cute little cupcake. I must admit I LOOOOVVVEE CUPCAKES! Who doesn't right? Mmmmm so good! :D
Thanks for stopping by today!

Punches Used:
Round Tab
1 1/4 Circle
Scallop Oval
1/4 Circle
Heart to Heart

Made By My Hubby!

My sweet aunt gave me a brand new sewing machine awhile back & I finally cleared off enough space to "set it up". Only 1 problem I don't know the first thing about sewing especially with a machine. So I took it out of the box & set it on the desk & it sat there for days. I took a look at the manual & my brain started to ooze out of my ears. I really don't like to read boring complicated directions. So as usual after awhile I hand hubby the directions & ask him to figure it out then show me how to do it. Of course he figures it out in like 5 minutes & starts sewing! And he enjoyed it! He even asked for more things to sew & he went to Joann's to get more fabric! What?! He hates to go to those places. Anyway I cut some felt with the Big Shot & the Scallop Square Die & he made this! I made the flower with fabric & the Flower Layers #3 die.
Aww so cute. Thanks Hunny!

Little Brown Bunny

Super quick post today...
Here's another cute little bunny I created. Hope you are all having a blessed day!

~Mercedes

p.s. Dont forget you only have 7 days left to take advantage of the Sale-a-Bration promotions & the Demo Starter Kit discount! Contact me to place an order or join my Stampin Team!

Punches Used:
Circles~ 1 3/4 body, 1 1/4 head, 3/4 muzzle & feet, 1/2 tail, 1/4 eyes & nose
Ovals~ small & large ears

Stamp Camp Sneak Peek!

Greenhouse Garden Super Stamp Camp!
We are going to have a blast creating some really beautiful projects using the One Sheet Wonder technique! Camp fee will include the fabulous Greenhouse Garden stamp set (pg 94), 8 wonderful projects, PLUS prizes, Pampered Chef lunch & refreshments!

When: April 17 11:00 am

Where: The Clubhouse at My Place
Camp Fee: $38

RSVP & Class Fee Must Be Submitted By April 5th
**Please bring your adhesive**

Hope to see you there!

Happy Spring!

I can't believe spring has finally arrived! Woo Hoo! Its my favorite time of the year. I have been working on a couple new punch bunnies. Here is the first one. It holds a treat bag inside. More to share later...
Blessings,
Mercedes

St. Patty's Treats

Cupcake topper

Peek a Boo window with chocolate coin inside.

I had my Technique Tuesday class this week so I wanted to make something cute for my gals. Thanks for taking a peek sorry its a day late!

Punches:

1 3/4 circle

word window

scallop circle

Go Green!

Happy St. Patty's Day! I had another really cute project to share but I didn't get a chance to photograph it so it will have to wait until tomorrow. See you then!
Blessings,
Mercedes

Stencil Challenge

This month Shelli's blog challenge is using stencils! I wanted to try the paper roses that are all the rage right now & they are super pretty but really bulky. I thought it would be best to use it on a 3-d item of some kind. I have had these SU gable boxes for years, package still unopened, I am currently getting shock treatments for my hoarding problem. LOL! Anyway I love the way it came out! Now if I can bring myself to actually giving it away thats a whole different story.....

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles & Blessings,
Mercedes

All Supplies SU!:
Gable Box (retired)
Stencil
Black Ink
Sponge
Ornament Punch
Red & Olive Cardstock
Shimmer Mist (Frost)
Ribbon
Fundamental Phrases Stamp Set

Camp Info

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More Watercolor Wash Cards

I was excited to finally get this hostess set. It's so pretty!

This card is so not my usual style but I was playing with the technique & this background reminded me of a trip my hubby & I took to an art gallery featuring some stuff by Salvador Dali. I thought some of his art was really crazy, filled with all kinds of random things, so anyway I made this card for hubby. Love how it turned out!
Thanks for stopping by today!

New Tutorials Available!

Watercolor Wash Technique

As I said in my other post while playing around with ideas for my technique class I came up with this one. I am so excited about this technique! It creates these awesome watercolor backgrounds with out any expensive supplies or expertise required! This technique makes creating beautifully simple cards so easy!

My tutorial includes step by step directions, photos, plus a few more card ideas.

Also available:

Fun with Napkins Tutorial

Here is a link to my original post http://mercedesweber.blogspot.com/2009/09/fun-with-napkins.html

Tutorials will be emailed to the address sent to me by Pay Pal unless you specify otherwise.

Options

Watercolor Wash $5.00 Fun with Napkins $5.00 Both Tutorials $7.50

For Sale Carte Postale & French Flair ....

After 5 years of stamping I have quite a collection. It's time for some much needed "spring cleaning". Lots of sets need to find new loving homes. So first up is this beautiful set with matching background stamp. $28 + shipping going once, going twice....

I will also include any of the sample cards I still have.

If interested email me webers4jesus@sbcglobal.net

Owl Love You Forever

I might sound crazy but of all the bazillion cards I have made this is one of my favorites. I love the absolute simplicity of it. This was my sweeties V-Day card.

Anyway I have been working really hard on some new tutorials, I hope to have them done & available sometime this weekend. I was trying to think up something new to teach at my Technique Tuesday class & with hubbys help came up with a beautiful new technique! I will also have the napkin tutorial available so check back soon. Hope you have a wonderfully blessed weekend!

Simple Thank You

Life has been a bit challenging lately. It's been one thing after another but while I had a minute I wanted to upload a little something. A simple thank you card using the Happy Moments SAB set. Thanks for stopping by!

Blessings,
Mercedes