One Sheet Wonder 6" x 6"

Last Saturday my downline and I taught a class for a 6" x 6" one sheet wonder inspired by a pattern we found by Nicolle Belesimoa another Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Each participant choose their own designer series paper (dsp) and coordinating card stock.  I didn't get pictures from the class, but I created my own set yesterday.  I used a 6" x 6" piece of See A Silhouette dsp, Night of Navy, Balmy Blue and Whisper White card stock and some white ribbon.    My sentiments were from an assortment of mostly retired Stampin' Up! stamp sets.  Here's the result!

Blog Revamp!

After a long hiatus from my former blog 'Just Stick With Stamps' I have refocused to take this blog to a more defined and consistent level.  My first step was to rename the blog to 'DeDe's Inky Fingers'.  The new name brings this blog into line with my Facebook Business page of the same  name DeDe's Inky Fingers and a soon-to-be created Facebook group--sure would appreciate a "Like" over there and you as a new follower here!




That being said, I'm hoping to get some input from my blog viewers.  What are you most interested in viewing on this blog--written instructions on craft projects, video tutorials or demonstrations?   Pretty photographs?  A few insane or entertaining stories?  What could I teach you about Cricut Maker, Explore or Brother Scan 'N Cut? What about product specials and fun events?  Just shoot me a comment and let me know what you think!

I'm looking forward to getting to know you and for you to pick up tips and tricks that will make your crafting life better.

Happy New Year!

Welcome 2017! 

Here are the Stamp With Me opportunities for January 2017.  This is the “most wonderful time” of the Stamping Year.  We have a new Occasions Catalog and our Annual Sale-A-Bration where you may earn free stamps sets and other products for every $50 (before Tax and Shipping) ordered.  Your dollars simply go farther!  Customers can begin ordering starting January 4, 2017.  You'll receive your copies of the Occasions catalog and SAB brochure when you attend any event in January.  If you can't wait for your own copies, check them out in the sidebar or on my website:  http://dedehames.stampinup.net. 

CARD CLASSES

WHAT:   Create three greeting cards and one 3-D project

WHEN:   January 10, 2017 @ 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.   OR

               January 12, 2017 @ 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

WHERE:  1627 Torino Loop, Lincoln, CA  95648

HOW MUCH:  $15 or FREE with a $35 order

RSVP BY:  JANUARY 8 to dede.hames@yahoo.com or 916-580-5251

CARD BUFFET

WHAT:    Create a minimum of eight greeting cards (cards and number of each preselected by you)

WHEN:    January 21, 2017 @ 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

WHERE:   1627 Torino Loop, Lincoln, CA  95648

HOW MUCH:  $16 for eight cards; $20 for eleven cards, $2 each for nine, or more than 11, cards.  Orders are encouraged, but not required.

RSVP BY and CARD Selection:  Not later than JANUARY 17 to dede.hames@yahoo.com or 916-580-5251.  Send your email address to me in the COMMENT section so I can send you the PDF to select your cards.

 STAMPING 4 FUN

Starting in February 2017, there will be a time set aside to just come and stamp together—whatever you want—Paper Pumpkin , Project Life, cards, 3-D….This will most likely be the last Sunday of the month in the afternoon.  Look for more information in the February Stamp With Me communication.

I’m looking forward to offering you some fun projects, relaxing time to visit with ‘gold or silver’ friends and exploring your creativity!

CARD BUFFET--OCTOBER 22, 2016--SIGN UP TODAY!

Join Us for the October 2016
Stampin' Up! Card Buffet

Where: Round Table Pizza, 375 S State Highway 65, Lincoln, CA 95648

(Ferrari Ranch Road & Lincoln Blvd.)

                        When: Saturday, October 22 @ 11:30 AM                       

8 Cards/$16; special 11 Cards/$20, extra cards $2 ea

   

RSVP: No later than October 15, 2016      --              Preselection of cards is required.

   

Add your email in a comment to receive pictures of the cards (12 different cards) and instructions on how to register for the buffet.

 

SPECIALS--LIMITED TIME: CHECK THE DATES FOR EACH ONE

Right now is an amazing time in Stampin' Up!  We have three great specials to check out.

In celebration of World Card Making Day, from October 1-5, you can save up to 25% on card making essentials that can be used to share your love all year long!  Do you remember the last time you received a card in the mail? In a sea of junk mail and bills, a card is a simple thing that really stands out to the person who receives it. Sending a card is a small gesture that shows just how much you care about that special someone in your life. With World Card Making Day coming up on October 1, celebrate by making and sending a handmade card to someone who could use a little recognition, love, or just a boost (which is anyone, really!).

The following products are being discounted:

ITEM      DESCRIPTION                                  DISCOUNT     SALE PRICE
141413  2016-2018 In Color Card Stock             15%                 $ 6.80
141697  2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper     25%                    8.25
141698  2016-2018 In Color Envelope Paper     25%                    8.25
133774  Envelope Punch Board                          25%                  15.00
141651  Designer Tin of Cards Project Kit          25%                   20.25
129027  Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill--
               Buy a Fast Fuse Adhesive
               (item 129026) and get the Refill for
               FREE!                                                 $7.50 value          FREE             

To take advantage of this Buy One, Get One Free offer, you must sign up by October 10, 2016.  You pay for October Paper Pumpkin Kit and receive the November 2016 Kit for free.  This is the very first time this offer has been available.  Click on this link https://www.paperpumpkin.com/ and order today!

From October 1 through 31 , you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free! That’s great news since everyone can use more Designer Series Paper. This sale includes Designer Series Paper from both the annual catalog and the recently released holiday catalog (not including Specialty Designer Series Paper or Designer Series Paper Stacks).  Don't miss out on this chance to stock up!  Click on Shop Online link above to place your order.

SEPTEMBER 2016 CARD CLASS

Well, we survived our daughter's wedding on September 17, 2016.  The bride was beautiful, the groom handsome, and everything went off without a hitch--at least nothing that spoiled the day/night.  Maybe I'll post a photo when the photographer delivers them.

But I'm not here to talk about the wedding--I want to share the projects we completed in my September 2016 card classes.

NOTE:  All cards are made with Stampin' Up!© products.

Card 1:  This card was inspired by a video by Dawn Griffith.  Here is the You Tube link to her video.  For my card, I used Summer Silhouettes and Designer Tin of Cards stamp sets; Sweet Sugarplum and Whisper White card stock, Sweet Sugarplum In-Color Designer Series Paper Stack, and Basic Black Archival, Cucumber Crush, Peekaboo Peach and Sweet Sugarplum stamp pads.  After all was said and done, I think a bit of Wink of Stella or a little 'bling' would have pumped this card up--never stop seeking to improve.

Card 2:  This card was cased and I apologize I did not take note of the person's name.  I used Jar of Love stamp set, Everyday Jars framelits dies, Soft Suede and Whisper White card stock, and Crumb Cake, Elegant Eggplant, and Wisteria Wonder stamp pads.  A few dimensionals made some of the little flowers pop!

 CARD 3:  This card is one of my favorite styles, with a little twist.  You stamp all three white card stock layers by placing them in a stack (arranged in the layers you desire for the final card).  Stamp images all at once then place a colored layer behind each one.  Somehow this card style always looks great, no matter what stamp set or sizes of layers are used.  The stamp set used is Remarkable You.  Whisper White and Coastal Cabana (retired) card stock and a little Coastal Cabana baker's twine pulled this card altogether.

3-D Project:  Last, but not least, is a Post-It Note cover with a mini gel pen.  I used Crumb Cake, Night of Navy and Daffodil Delight card stock and finished it off with a Metal Rimmed Pearl.

JOIN IN ON THE FUN

If you are local to the Greater Sacramento area and interested in joining the Come Stamp With Me classes, just leave a comment and I will add you to the mailing list. If you are not local and would like to purchase a kit to complete on your own, just leave a comment about that instead.

Swaps and Big Birthdays!

Each month I participate in a card swap.  This month's theme was Christmas.  The dove is actually from the stamp set, Strength and Prayers  and the sentiment is from Flurry of Wishes.  Here is my card

I've also just celebrated two 21st birthdays--one with my granddaughter, Myranda Paige and the other with my grandson's girlfriend, Allie.  Here are the cards I created:

 

The only thing these two cards have in common are red and black.  I really wanted them to be different--custom made for each of recipient

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