Are you on Santa's List? How about my Spooky list?

 

"Hope you're nice." I laughed the first time I read this sentiment on one of the stamps in the Santa's List set, available in the Holiday Catalog (item 131811 clear $12.95; 131808 wood $15.95). This was one of the 10 designs at my 20-card Christmas class. I stamped those words on my envelopes. I'd love to see my friends' faces when they read that first! lol

 

 

Bonjour mes amis! I'm thrilled to find so many of you from France are visiting my blog. Merci! For this card, I started with a Crumb Cake base and added a 4" x 5-1/4" piece of Very Vanilla on top, with Santa stamped in Real Red ink. For the banners, I used two different designer paper packs - Venetian Romance (blue), and Epic Day This and That (green). I CASE'd this card from Mindy Backes.

 

To order Stampin' Up! products, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Use the hostess code this month - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into my October 1 drawing to win FREE hostess benefits.

 

 

Each day I've been sharing a letter from my SPOOKY banner. This is the second "O" and features a glittery spider and web. I've got room for one more person at my $15 Halloween banner class on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m. Email me at ericandterry@comcast.net if you're the one! Thanks.

Latest digital offerings include Christmas banner and kit, ribbons and more

Christmas Banner Simply Created Kit - Digital Download  Item 135255 $6.95   Snowflake Season Kit - Digital Download Item 135257 $2.95  There are fun, new digital downloads coming out every Tuesday from Stampin' Up!. I picked just two of them to show you above. Click on the boxes below to see more ribbons, tags, stamp brush sets, etc. Then when you're ready to order, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. An added bonus: When you use this hostess code - AKS76R6P - you'll also be entered into a drawing to win the hostess freebies on October 1! Thanks. Have a wonderful day!   September 24, 2013 September 17, 2013 September 10, 2013

Color Me Christmas thinlit card; Spooky banner class

 

There's nothing like sparkle and shine on a Christmas tree! I added punched circles of silver glimmer paper to this Color Me Christmas tree. This was one of my 10 card designs for a 20-card class Saturday.

 

Here's the finished card. I used Pool Party Core'dinations card stock and first used my magnetic platform (item 130658, $39.95) with the Circle Thinlit (item 133480, $32.95 - love it!), then used my regular platform with the Stylish Stripes folder (item 132174, $7.95), and sanded it. I stamped the Tags 4 You saying in Pool Party ink and punched it with the Label Bracket Punch (item 132153, $15.95). Most of these products may be found in the Holiday Catalog.

 

 

Thinlits flyer (click here)

 

To order Stampin' Up! products, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Use the hostess code this month - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into my October 1 drawing to win FREE hostess benefits.



There's room for 1 more at my Halloween Banner class on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 11-2 p.m. The cost is $15. The catch - I need to know by this Wednesday, Sept. 26, if you will attend because I need to get your banner kit ordered. Please email me at ericandterry@comcast.net. Thanks! You can pay me the day of the class.

 

I love old scales! Here's a vintage IDL Deluxe Thrifty Postal Scale I found with its original box. And guess what? It's Made in the USA. Cool! To see more items like this, please visit http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods. Thanks!

Lovely as a Tree Christmas card; Halloween banner class

 

Give old stamps new life with fresh colors and designer papers. I did for my 20-card class Saturday. One of the 10 card designs featured this Lovely as a Tree stamp in Island Indigo and Smoky Slate.

 

Winter Frost Specialty Designer Paper is beautiful! I used a 2" x 5-1/2" strip behind the tree (die-cut with an Apothecary framelit) on the Smoky Slate card front, then added a strip of Smoky Slate for the sentiment, which is from the Warmth & Wonder hostess set. Sparkle and shine is courtesy of the silver 1/8" ribbon (item 132137, $4.95).

 

To order any Stampin' Up! item, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Use the hostess code this month - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into my October 1 drawing to win FREE hostess benefits.

 

Here's the letter P from my SPOOKY Halloween banner. I've got 2 more spots available in my Halloween Banner class on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $15. Here's the catch - I need to know by this Wednesday, Sept. 26, if you will attend because I need to get your banner kit ordered. Just email me at ericandterry@comcast.net. Thanks! You can pay me the day of the class.

 

 

These are just a few of the metal candle holders I've picked up lately. I love the different finger holds and materials used for each one. To see more, "Like" the http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods page on Facebook! Ta ta for now.

Yippee-Skippee! A jar of taffy from a friend

 

Yippee-Skippee! has some fun stamps in the set. You can find it on page 37 of the annual catalog. Here, the words top a jar filled with some yummy taffy.

 

My friend and downline, Barb, gave me this adorable 3d item just because. She's the sweetest! Barb is a whiz with the Little Leaves Sizzlit (page 188, $5.50) and the Pansy Punch (page 183, $15.95). And she's right - you can never have too much happy!

 

To order any Stampin' Up! item, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Use the hostess code this month - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into my October 1 drawing to win FREE hostess benefits.

 

Here's the first letter of my SPOOKY Halloween banner. You're invited to come and make one at my studio on Saturday, October 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for only $15. There's room for a few more people. If you'd like to make this banner, I need to know by Wednesday, Sept. 25, so I can order a kit for you. Just email me at ericandterry@comcast.net.

 

 

My fun vintage share today - a Planters Peanut tray. See more terrific antique and vintage items at http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods.



Map It Out with newest photopolymer stamp set

 

I love the map of the US in the newest photopolymer stamp set Stampin' Up! has released. You can see the flyer here. The stamp set is called Map It Out (Item 134620, $13.95).

 

What do photopolymer stamps have to offer?

 

They're entirely transparent for perfect placement every time!

They are durable. The photopolymer material is designed to last.

Can you say sticky? (Don't worry; in a good way.) These stamps stick amazingly well to our clear blocks.

They're age tested. They won't yellow or cloud up over time.

I could go on, but we'll let you try them for yourself.

To order, please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Use the hostess code this month - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into my October 1 drawing to win FREE hostess benefits.

One more note: I'm hosting a Halloween "spooky" banner class on Saturday, October 5, for $15 per person. All supplies are included. Please email me at ericandterry@comcast.net by September 25 if you'd like to attend. Thanks!

American Ink swaps and vintage lamps

 

This is Frankie's flowers and butterfly swap. I love all of the dimension!

 

Barb went with a monochromatic look for her swap.

 

And Ginette used her favorite colors for her swap.

 

No matter if you're a new or seasoned stamper, there's something for everyone in my American Ink group of Stampin' Up! demonstrators. We meet the second Saturday of every month at my studio to swap card ideas, stamp cards brought by volunteers, eat, share business tips and ideas, and chat. It's fun!

 

REMINDER: Wednesday is the last day to let me know if you'd like to attend my 20-card Christmas class this Saturday at 11 a.m. Bring adhesive - I'll provide envelopes and light refreshments.

 

You may order all of the products used on these swaps, along with Clearance Rack items, via my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Please use this hostess code to be entered into a drawing for FREE hostess goodies - AKS76R6P.

We've already lost a couple hours of daylight heading into the fall. I love my light! I've picked up a couple of vintage lamps to brighten your day.

 

I think this would look perfect on a nightstand. The lily pad base is unique with the gooseneck. Price? $21. See more at http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods.

 

 

This antique lamp features hand-painted details and a metal shade. I added a few lightbulbs and plugged it in - lovely! Price: $42. Enjoy your day!



Tag It with new envelope punch board

 

My talented friend and downline, Barb, created this make and take for our American Ink gathering Saturday. It's a white embossed notecard with a sentiment from the Tag It set, whose sales benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. Also used here: Designer Label and Scallop Trim Border punches.

 

Making a coordinating envelope for your handmade card looks AMAZING! I need to do it more often. We used the envelope punch board, which is awesome because it has all of the measurements for the size envelope you want AND it has a ruler at the top marked in increments of 1/8 inch! I think that should be on our paper trimmer too. Anyway, the envelope punch board notches your designer paper with the circular punch so it folds easily (you also score it with a tool that's included with the board), and then you can round all of your corners by inserting your designer paper in the TOP of the punch. Cool!

 

Note: This board is set up for right-handed people. I had to turn the entire board vertically so I could score my lines easier.

 

 

 

You may order all of these products, along with Clearance Rack items, via my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Please use this hostess code to be entered into a drawing for FREE hostess goodies - AKS76R6P

 

 

While watching the Seattle Seahawks' football game with the 49ers last night, I made this wreath. It uses a yard of fall-colored fabric cut into 1-inch strips approximately 10-1/2" long. You can see more photos at http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods. Have a wonderful day!

Halloween Bash, Toil and Trouble for swap

 

Merjaba and Karşılama to my friends in Turkey! I'm happy you are here. How cute is that tiny spider on the word Halloween? Love it!
 

Before I forget, I have a 20-card class - all Christmas cards - this Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11-2 p.m. The cost is $20, which includes envelopes and light refreshments. I need to know by Sept. 18 (Weds.) if you and a friend plan on attending. Just email me at ericandterry@comcast.net. Thanks!

 

 

I chose to use the raven from Toil & Trouble and two stamps from the Halloween Bash set for this Halloween swap. I started with a Basic Black card and added a 5-1/4" x 4" piece of Witches' Brew designer paper. I cut a few 1" strips for the flags - making sure each card had a spider on the far right flag. Of course I used a few punches (Designer Label, Oval Scallop, and 1-3/4" Circle) to make this card too.

 

You may order all of these products, along with Clearance Rack items, via my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Please use this hostess code to be entered into a drawing for FREE hostess goodies - AKS76R6P. 

 

 

My sister, CB, gave me this colorful vintage tin - Jack and Jill Paint Box - that was made in England. It's one of the items I'm making available through Booth 6. You may see items like this and so much more when you "Like" the Facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/booth6goods. Enjoy the day!

Magnificent Maple and burlap ribbon flip card

Tags for You stamp set really puts the emphasis on THANKS in this Happy Thanksgiving sentiment.

 

I LOVE how this Thanksgiving card turned out. I used a 6" x 6" piece of textured Bermuda Bay card stock with the Circle Thinlit. Piece of cake! The scored lines folded easily. and the circle flipped as it should. Then I stamped the Magnificent Maple stamp in Bermuda Bay ink and punched it out with the 2-1/2" Circle punch. I added a couple strips of Sticky Strip to hold on the gorgeous 1-1/4" burlap ribbon, and used dimensionals to hold on the Tags for You punched sentiment.

 

 

Here's a photo showing how the maple leaf turns. I punched another 2-1/2" circle for the back of the maple leaf, so there's room to write a note.

You may order all of these products via my Online Store at  http://therubberroom.stampinup.net. Please use this hostess code to be entered into a drawing for FREE hostess goodies - AKS76R6P.

Time to shop "new" items on Clearance Rack

 

Stampin' Up! has posted new items to the Clearance Rack!

The product offering in the Clearance Rack will be updated more often. Check the Clearance Rack often to make sure you don't miss out on your favorite retired items.

 

Please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net and use this hostess code to be entered into a drawing for FREE hostess goodies - AKS76R6P. Thanks!

 

Cloudy Day Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Item 127022



Whoo hoo! Time to order your Magnetic Platform!

The wait is over for the Magnetic Platform (item 130658, $39.99). New orders will start getting filled Thursday, September 12. You can see how to use this product on page 187 of the annual catalog.

This item was so popular, Stampin' Up! couldn't keep it in stock and turned off the item number so nobody could order it. The Magnetic Platform holds your Framelits and Edgelits in place over your stamped images when you cut them.

Please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net to place your order. Use this hostess code - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into a drawing for a free shopping trip (hostess benefits) on October 1. Thanks!

Build your own banner with latest digital download

Build A Banner Simply Created Kit - Digital Download

Item 135230, $9.95

Several new, fun digital downloads have been added. To check out the latest MDS downloads, please click here.

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Make your own custom envelopes with punch!

 

If you want professional-looking envelopes with no fuss, you will want to purchase this $19.95 Envelope Punch Board (item 133744). There are printed starting measurements for your papers, as well as a 2-in-1 punch (shown at the top middle of the board). Here's a video that shows you exactly how it works:

 



 

Please visit my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net to place your order. Use this hostess code - AKS76R6P - and you'll be entered into a drawing for a free shopping trip (hostess benefits) on October 1.

 

Congratulations to Judy Q. in New York for winning my August Mystery Hostess freebies! Please email me with your $65 FREE  list (and one half-off item) at ericandterry@comcast.net.

Halloween blog hop; August freebies winner!

 

Though the temps are still in the 70s, the hours of daylight are shorter and it feels like the end of summer. One neighbor asked me over to pick blueberries in her yard today. A second brought over some zucchinis, so I baked several loaves of zucchini bread - some with walnuts and some with chocolate chips - as well as 24 muffins. My hubby delivered two loaves to my neighbor, who also shared some beautiful tomatoes with us. We could have our own little farmers' market here in my neighborhood. That would be sweet!

 

 

 

Welcome to the Fright Night Blog Hop. My downline, Sherry, had the great idea for the hop. You might've come from Pearl's blog. But if this is your first stop, no worries. You can start anywhere and not miss a thing!

 

For my project, I'm sharing a Halloween sampler - a home decor item - that may be as sweet or creepy as you wish.

 

 

Here's a better look at the sampler. Everything is Stampin' Up! product except for the shadow box frame, which I bought at a craft store for $5. Instead of buying a new frame for each holiday, I can simply take out the straight pins holding the Modern Medley designer paper and everything adhered to it to the velvet backing and pin a new sampler! I love that. I used the Halloween Bash and Halloween Hello stamp sets in the Holiday Catalog (page 21), along with ultrafine black glitter (page 20).

  

Congratulations to Judy Q. in New York for winning my August Mystery Hostess freebies!

 

Judy actually placed two online orders via my Online Store at http://therubberroom.stampinup.net, so that could explain why her name was drawn by my daughter. Many thanks to the rest of you who participated. Here's the hostess code to use for your Online Orders with me in September: AKS76R6P. All you have to do to be eligible for the free hostess benefits is place an online order. It's that simple!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you'll continue on our Fright Night Blog Hop.

 

Here's the list of bloggers participating:

1. Stampin’ Grandma (Sherry)
2. The Flying Stamper (Deb)
3. Olivia Loves to Stamp (Olivia)
4. Scrappy Stamps and Ink (Nichole)
5. Stamping with Pearl (Pearl)
6. Goin’ over the Edge (Terry) - You are here!
7. Scrapper Frog’s (Cindy)
8. Crafty Tam (Tammy)