Saipan Stamper

Well, I'm trying more new things lately than I expected!  Kylie Page from Australia made participation in a monthly stamping challenge sound like SO MUCH FUN that I said yes.  Check out the full challenge at  http://www.stampingpals.com/  to see what others have created. This first challenge was challenging for me... Challenge #1 was to use Melon Mambo, Mango Melody and Granny Apple Green on one card.  Sounds easy, right?  Well, I'm the queen of monochromatic and neutral colored cards but  bright colors?  Not so much my thing.  But I'm so happy I joined this because I **love** the result.  The card is bright and happy and even has some bling.  What else could a gal ask for? This project highlights this years Sale-A-Bration products from Stampin' Up!  I used the Thoughtful Blooms stamp set, the Small Blooms punch, and the Golden Honey Specialty Designer Series Paper. Can't wait until the next challenge!

I'm a long time stamper and haven't blogged in ages.  I teach a monthly card class on the third Saturday of every month.  This year I decided to add a new technique or trick to one project each month so that my guests always have a new challenge and inspiration. For February, it was this meerkat card with a small pop up on the side.  It's super easy to do and yet so impressive!  All stamps by (C) Stampin' Up!