Don't miss reading her wonderful tutorials. You can see all of them on her website.
We thank you!
Monday, May 30, 2011
Jon and I want to take time today to remember and thank all of our military men, women and families for everything they have done for our country. We are truly a blessed nation.
I just came from the cemetery after placing flowers on my Mom and Dad's grave sites and also on my first husband Duane's who died at such an early age of 47. My Mom and Dad's families always gathered on Memorial Day to honor their families that had died, almost like a family reunion. I never caught that fever, but I do like to place flowers on their graves each year. I am sure many of you feel the same way.
I am planting flowers and enjoying our beautiful day. I hope you are able to do the same!
I just came from the cemetery after placing flowers on my Mom and Dad's grave sites and also on my first husband Duane's who died at such an early age of 47. My Mom and Dad's families always gathered on Memorial Day to honor their families that had died, almost like a family reunion. I never caught that fever, but I do like to place flowers on their graves each year. I am sure many of you feel the same way.
I am planting flowers and enjoying our beautiful day. I hope you are able to do the same!
And the winner is~~~~~
Friday, May 27, 2011 Labels: Blog ChallengesDrum roll please! And the winner of last week's card and Tag Challenge is
Congratulations Darlene! Be sure to stop over and see Darlene's gorgeous creations by clicking here.
She will be receiving one of Marianne's new Embossing Folders.
Darlene and many others have been faithful weekly participants in almost every one of the Challenges. Selma and I want to thank you and tell you how much we appreciate your support this year. It means a lot to us!!
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
12
Timestamp: 2011-05-26 10:02:00 UTC
Even though the weekly card challenges that Selma and I do are ending until fall, never fear as we have something fun and exciting planned for the summer! We will be announcing it next week. So, stay tuned and watch for the big news.
The Magic of Oz by Graphic 45
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 Labels: Graphic 45, PaperI am excited to present to you, Graphic 45's newest paper line....The Magic of Oz.
I will be placing my order soon, so please e-mail or call me at 574 656 3663 if you would like to preorder this paper.
The Magic of Oz
8x8
4500353
$10.99 each plus shipping
12x12
4500352
$19.99 each plus shipping
Paper Pad includes two each of the 12 double-sided papers
Below I am showing the different papers that are included in the paper packs, stamps and chipboard die cuts.
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| Cling Magic of Oz #1 Rubber Stamps IC0120 $10.99 plus shipping |
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| Cling Magic of Oz #2 Rubber Stamps IC0121 $10.99 plus shipping |
Cling Magic of Oz 3
Rubber Stamps
IC0122
$10.99 plus shipping
The Magic of Oz Chipboard Die-cuts 1
4500354
$5.99 plus shipping
The Magic of Oz Chipboard Die-cuts 2
4500355
$5.95 plus shipping
I love Spring!
Sunday, May 22, 2011 Labels: Family PhotosI love Spring when my gardens start to bloom and I know many of you feel the same way about your gardens. I just had to share a few pictures that I took this morning. For years I had bought Lupine plants with no success. So, I bought a package of seeds about 3 years ago, planted them in several spots to see if I could get one to grow. I had 3 plants come up and survive and then they started self seeding. This is one of those plants. It has 15 blooms/buds on it. I am so excited!
| Lupine |
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| And, I have over 20 baby plants that have self seeded from last year. They are scattered throughout my gardens. |
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| A picture of our beautiful waterfall this morning. |
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| Our Pond |
And the winners are~~~~
Friday, May 20, 2011 Labels: Blog Challenges
Since I was in Wisconsin last Friday, I am announcing the winners of the last two weeks Card Challenges this morning. Drum roll please~~~~~~~ Last week's winner for week #18 is Lin. She created a gorgeous monochomatic card. Be sure to see it .here! Lin please send me your mailing address so I can send you a beautiful Heartfelt Creation Stamp. A huge thanks to everyone who participated in last week's challenge.
And , the winner for week #17 is Janine. Janine's card is stunning done in blues and greens. Don't miss seeing it here. Janine, please email me your mailing address so I can send you a pretty embellishment. A huge thanks to everyone who participated in this challenge.
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
7
Timestamp: 2011-05-20 10:50:09 UTC
And , the winner for week #17 is Janine. Janine's card is stunning done in blues and greens. Don't miss seeing it here. Janine, please email me your mailing address so I can send you a pretty embellishment. A huge thanks to everyone who participated in this challenge.
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
8
Timestamp: 2011-05-20 10:45:31 UTC
Joan's Card for this weeks Challenge
Thursday, May 19, 2011 Labels: CardsThis will be the last week for both the weekly card and tag challenges until next Fall. For this week, both the Tag and Card Challenges will be combined. For this challenge, we are asking you to create both a Tag and a matching Card which will be posted separately; one in the card challenge and one in the tag challenge. There are no specific challenge rules - only that you make a tag and card. For each set you enter, you will be eligible to win one of the beautiful new Marianne Embossing Folders (retail value $30.00). The winner will be chosen by a random drawing, held on Thursday May 26.
Joan's Tag
Labels: Tag Challenge, Tag-ChallengeJoan' Gardens
Products used
Tag-----------------------Ranger
Paper---------------------Webster Pages Ladies and Gents
Stamp--------------------Heartfelt Creations Tea with Bella HFC 3393, JustRite You Inspire Me
Dimensionals-------------Therm-O-Web
Ink-----------------------Memento and Distressed Ink
Die-----------------------English Doily Die
Ribbon-------------------May Arts
Adhesive-----------------Glue Glider and Glossy accents
Card Challenge #19
Labels: Blog Challenges, Card-ChallengeHere is what you need to do for Joan's Gardens Weekly Challenge
Enter a matching card and tag (seperately) Anything goes. It can be anything you want to create.
You will have until next Thursday (May 26) morning 6:00 AM EST to link your card/project. You will be eligable to win a beautiful new Marianne Embossing Folders (retail value $30.00). The winner will be chosen from a Random drawing and will be announced Friday morning (May 27). You can enter more than once. The winner will also be entered in the end of the year $100 gift certificate drawing and the June drawing for the Tag Challenge.
Tag Challenge
Labels: Tag Challenge, Tag-Challenge
Tag Challenge: Please read the guidelines above in the Card Challenge. Then post your tag here.
Workshop seats available
Tuesday, May 17, 2011June will soon be here and it is time for another Joan's Gardens workshop. The workshops will be held on Saturday June 25 and Sunday June 26. The Saturday seats are filled unless I have a cancellation. I do have room for more on Sunday if you would like to attend. We will start at 1:00 PM and end around 6:00 PM. Please e-mail me right away if you would like to attend. this workshop. There is no charge.
The Saturday morning workshop will feature different techniques of brayering taught by Colleen and Vickie. I will teach the same thing on Sunday that I teach on Saturday afternoon.
It definitely will be a fun weekend!
The Saturday morning workshop will feature different techniques of brayering taught by Colleen and Vickie. I will teach the same thing on Sunday that I teach on Saturday afternoon.
It definitely will be a fun weekend!
Marriane Products
Sunday, May 15, 2011 Labels: All Store Items, Marianne
I am happy to announce the addition of Marianne Embossing Folders to my store. If you would like to place an order please e-mail or call me at 574 656 3663.
Designables are folders for embossing and cutting paper at the same time. Very easy and quick. Place folder between the plates from your machine and run it through, the design will be embossed into the paper and the indicated parts will be cut out.
Designables are folders for embossing and cutting paper at the same time. Very easy and quick. Place folder between the plates from your machine and run it through, the design will be embossed into the paper and the indicated parts will be cut out.
Classic
DS0911
$28.99 plus shipping
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| Romantic DS0912 $28.99 plus shipping |
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| Frame #DS0908 $28.99 plus shipping Swirls # DS0907 $28.99 plus shipping |
Card Challenge
Labels: Blog ChallengesDon't you just love this card that Selma created for this week's Challenge? She is also giving you a sneak peak at some new products coming soon. Please hop on over to her blog to read all about it and be sure to tell her how gorgeous her card is that she made to help me out this week. Thank you Selma!
Heartfelt Creations NEW Stamps
Wednesday, May 11, 2011 Labels: All Store Items, Heartfelt CreationsThe Bella Rose Collection
The New Bella Rose Collection features 8 new PreCut Sets. These new sets coordinate with an exclusive Heartfelt Creations die manufactured by Spellbinders and an existing Spellbinders die. New card samples for this collection can be seen by clicking here. So be sure to check those out for creative inspiration and then
e-mail me to place your order. Selma is in the process of creating new card samples for you with this new line of stamps by Heartfelt Creations and they will be posted here, so be sure and check back. I have already preordered these stamps and will ship them to you as soon as I receive my order. All stamps are Pre-Cut on the EZ-Mount foam, and ready to use with the Acrylic Blocks.
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| Bella Rose Leaves HFC 3390 $13.99 plus shipping We recommend purchasing the HCD 712 die to cut out this image. |
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| Bella Rose Vase HFC 3395 $13.99 plus shipping We recommend purchasing the HCD 712 die to cut out this image. .Approximate Image Sizes: 1. Rose Vase: 3"x2.5" 2. Baby's Breath:3.75"x3.5" |
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