Modern Medley Dry Erase Calendar

Last Friday I told you I would show you another project that I made for Kaitlin’s dorm room message center – well here is the Modern Medley Dry Erase Calendar along with the magnetic board to complete her college message center.

MDS Dry Erase Calendar

I really like the way this turned out. I used My Digital Studio to create the calendar you see. I just love the way that you are able to use a built in template and easily customize it the way you want. I even used the matching digital version of our Rich Razzleberry Designer Series Paper for the blocks on the calendar. I just changed the opacity so it gave her a hint of the color, and added special things to the days that she already knew about to save her time.

Kaitlin can easily change out the calendar each month by opening the flap on the back of the frame and inserting the new month – quick and easy for her versus the original dry erase board she wanted at the local big box store that she would have to write everything in on herself. With her busy schedule she needs easy and since it coordinated with her other items  – she loved it!

Here is a view of her dorm room wall with her message center completed above her desk. The paint on the wall was giving (our approved for use) command hooks fits and nothing would stick, so we got creative with some matching Rich Razzleberry ¼” Stiched Grosgrain Ribbon (item 126876) and thumb tacks to hang them with.

Message Center in dorm room

Later this week, I’ll show you the final project that I did for her room along with a video too – so watch for that. Mean while you can click HERE, HERE and HERE to see the other projects I made for her dorm room.

Supplies:

Paper: Modern Medley Designer Series Paper (126926), Regals Designer Series Paper Stack (130139), Island Indigo Card Stock (122923), Basic Black Card Stock (121045), and Rich Razzleberry Card Stock (115316)

Accessories: My Digital Studio (130647/130646), Basic Black 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon (119261) and Typeset Alphabet Bigz Die (127553), 11 x 14 frame from my local big box store

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Holiday Catalog Premiere Party Rescheduled

Christmas Open House Banner Rescheduled

‘Tis the Season to mix and mingle – Christmas bells will soon jingle!
The holidays will be here before you know it –

So why not come and enjoy some fun during my FREE Holiday Catalog Event?
Get inspired and start your holiday projects!

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Whether you’re new to stamping, a seasoned pro or just curious –

Everyone’s Welcome!
The more the merrier, right? So bring a friend along too.

Sunday, October 6th
Stop in anytime between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
An RSVP by Friday, October 4th is required to attend this event so that I can have enough goodies and supplies on hand for everyone.

Look forward to seeing you there! Did I mention this was a FREE event?

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On a personal note – I want to thank everyone who sent their prayers, thoughts, and get well wishes to my husband who had an ATV accident on the way to the barn Friday night. It was something he does all the time, but for some reason this time the quick chore didn’t end well. Larry ended up being thrown from the ATV, bending like a pretzel, and hitting his head. Thankfully after a quite a few tests and a full check up in the ER he was sent home with a mild concussion. He is a bit bruised and sore but otherwise doing well so far. We feel blessed since he was extremely lucky and it wasn’t worse.

Here is a picture of the fort he tangled with – I think he is planning to walk to the barn for a while.

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Modern Medley Colored Cork Board

Great news – my videos are back. After a break due to camera problems I think I’ve finally got it figured out. So here is my latest project that I’ve been wanting to share with you.

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I created this Colored Cork Board as part of my daughter’s message center for above her dorm room desk. When I started this project I figured I’d just use the cork board as it was but then I really wasn’t happy with the look – so after a little experimenting I came up with this technique for Adding Color to Cork Boards. It’s a lot of fun – so why not check it?

I finished up my Modern Medley Cork Board by decorating it and then added some push pins to hang things with. I made these push pins using some of our Modern Medley Designer Series Paper that I added to our little Bottle Caps (from the Spring Catalog) that I had laying around my studio. Then I just topped the Designer Series Paper with a little of our Crystal Effects allowed them to dry and Voila’ – A cork board that I’m my daughter is tickled with.

Here is a close up of the focal point.

Cork Board closeup

Do you like it? Why not leave me a comment and let me know what you think of my latest video and camera. I’m happy with it and still have some learning to do, but I think it has a little better sound quality. How about you?

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Want to see the coordinating Dry Erase Board I made click here. Then  check back next week when I’ll be showing you all the finished projects in her dorm.

Supplies:

Paper: Modern Medley Designer Series Paper (126926), Island Indigo (122923), Rich Razzleberry (115316) and Basic Black Card Stock (121045)

Accessories: Island Indigo Classic Ink Refill (122932), Stampin’ Spritzer (126185), Big Shot (113439), Typeset Alphabet Bigz Dies (127553), Frame and Cork Board

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Holiday Catalog Premiere Party

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NEW Items Added to Clearance Rack

Clearance Rack

Great news – lots of new items have been added to the Clearance Rack as of yesterday. Shop today and get some wonderful deals on some great items. If you are a Big Shot lover there are even some don’t want to miss dies available!

Magnetic Platform Now Available to Order

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Magnetic Platform Item #130658

The new Magnetic Platform for the Big Shot is finally available again. Whoo hoo! All backorders have been filled at this time and the order number has been turned back on. So why not order yours today along with your Clearance Rack items?

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Wetlands

I just love the Wetlands stamp set – Especially the sentiments and the font that is used for this set. Here is another card created with the Wetlands stamp set that I wanted to share with you.

Wetlands Convention swap 2013

This card used our Ivory Naturals card stock (item 101849). Both our Ivory and Whisper White Naturals card stock has got this great earthy feel to it and is a wonderful choice when you are looking for something with just a little more texture.  Naturals card stock come 40 sheets to a package so it is a great deal too. Why not check it out if you haven’t already?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Wetlands (item 126695/126697)

Inks: Early Espresso (item 126974) and Crumb Cake (item 126975)

Paper: Naturals Ivory (item 101849), Early Espresso (item 119686), and Cajun Craze (item 119684)

Accessories: Window Frames Collection Framelits (item 129021) and Square Lattice Embossing Folder (item 119976)

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Mystery Hostess Code

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Holiday Catalog Premiere Party

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NEW My Digital Downloads

Here are some great NEW My Digital Studio Digital Downloads for this week. You’re going to love the new Simply Life Photo Templates – a clean, fresh look for your scrapbook pages!

Simply Life Photo Templates (item 135245)

MDS Simply Life Photo Templates

Witches’ Brew Designer Washi Tape (item 135240) and What a Day Pocket Cards (item 134981)

MDS Witches' Brew Designer Washi Tape MDS What a Day Pocket Cards

Toil & Trouble Stamp Brush Set (item 135243) 

MDS Toil & Trouble

Tape It Stamp Brush Set (item 135241)

MDS Tape It

Burlap Ribbon (item 135246)

Burlap Ribbon

Grateful Hearts Framables (item 135238)

MDS Grateful Hearts Frameables

Halloween Banner Simply Created Kit (item 135239)

MDS Halloween Banner Simply Created Kit

Halloween Hello Brush Set (item 135244)

MDS Halloween Hello

And one of my favorites Perfect Blend Stamp Brush Set (item 135242) because after all who doesn’t like coffee, right?

MDS Perfect Blend

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Off The Grid

Off the Grid is one of our NEW single stamps that are available in the 2013-2014 Catalog. You may have missed it while flipping through your catalog, but it is a great stamp to have in your stamping bag of trips because it is so versatile.

Check out this great birthday card made with the Off the Grid stamp. I really like the Basic Gray and Pool Party combination. And did you spot the Washi Tape used on this card?  Washi Tape adds a quick touch of color and texture to any project.

Off the Grid Convention swap 2013

Love the butterfly image on this card? Why not check out our Butterfly Bundle (item 135311/135312) and save 15%. Click HERE for more details.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Off the Grid (item 130736), Papillon Potpourri (item 132058/123759) and Petite Pairs (item 128706/122497)

Inks: Cherry Cobber (item 126966) and Silver Metallic Encore Pad (item 132142)

Paper: Pool Party (item 122924), Basic Gray (item 121044) and Whisper White (item 100730)

Accessories: Epic Day Washi Tape (item 131269), and Pool Party ½” Seam Binding Ribbon (item 125582)

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Mystery Hostess Code

Use Mystery Hostess Code WSCBPMPF when placing your order and your name will be entered into my Mystery Hostess Drawing. This Mystery Hostess Code WSCBPMPF will be good through Saturday, September 14th. The number of hostess will depend on the total sales and I’ll be drawing a hostess for every $150 in sales.

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Quick and Easy Punch Art

Do you love punch art? I know I do it is a great way to create images for your card or scrapbook pages to use as a focal point. Check out this quick and quirky punch art ghost. Isn’t it cute?

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Hmm…..With a couple of changes I can see a puppy too. How about you?

Supplies:

Paper: Rich Razzleberry (item 115316), Basic Gray (item 121044), Basic Black (item 121045) and Whisper White (item 100730)

Accessories: Large Oval Punch (item 119855), ½” Circle Punch (item 119869), ¾” Circle Punch (item 119873), and 1″ Circle Punch (item 119868)

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Mystery Hostess Code

Use Mystery Hostess Code WSCBPMPF when placing your order and your name will be entered into my Mystery Hostess Drawing. This Mystery Hostess Code WSCBPMPF will be good through Saturday, September 14th. The number of hostess will depend on the total sales and I’ll be drawing a hostess for every $150 in sales.

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code

Holiday Catalog Premiere Party

Holiday Catalog Premiere Party Banner

Click HERE to see my flyer with all the details

Holiday Catalog Premiere Party

Holiday Catalog Premiere Party Banner

‘Tis the Season to mix and mingle – Christmas bells will soon jingle!
The holidays will be here before you know it –

So why not come and enjoy some fun during my FREE Holiday Catalog Event?
Get inspired and start your holiday projects!

Click HERE to see my flyer with all the details

Whether your new to stamping, a seasoned pro or just curious – Everyone’s Welcome!
The more the merrier, right? So bring a friend along too.

Sunday, September 15th
Stop in anytime between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
An RSVP by Friday, September 13th is required to attend this event so that I can have enough goodies and  supplies on hand for everyone.

Look forward to seeing you there! Did I mention this was a FREE event?

Click HERE to see my entire Calendar of Events

NEW Envelope Punch Board Available Today!

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You’re going to love our NEW Envelope Punch Board (item 133774). You can use this tool to create anything from itty bitty to long and skinny envelopes in a flash!

  • It creates totally customizable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes (not to mention  a million different color and pattern options depending on the paper you want to use). Even tried and true envelope sizes will only take you      moments to create!
  • It’s super easy to use; all you have to do is measure for the first punch and from there you just turn and score you’ll go crazy (in a good way).
  • It’s small and lightweight; it’s super portable and easy to store. It’s small and light enough that you could use it while watching a  soccer match, at a park, at a friend’s for craft night-anywhere.
  • It even has a slick scoring tool as well as a punch that lets you create rounded corners on your envelopes.
  • It’s easy to keep it all together; the stylus storage compartment and two punches are designed into the tool so you don’t have a bunch of little pieces to keep track of (even the instructions are printed right on the tool so you won’t lose them!).
  • The price is terrific-It’s only $19.95 and for a tool that does so much!

Want to see more? Check out this video by Brian Pilling–

How great is that, right? Contact me today to get yours!

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Hostess Code TQWHSYW3. – You’ll receive a FREE Washi Tape 5 Ways Class Tutorial (a value of $14.95).  It’s my gift to you! And since Washi Tape is so much fun – you’re going to love this FREE Class!

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