Wear Red for Women

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Did you know that more women die of cardiovascular disease than from the next four causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer? But 80 percent of cardiac events in women could be prevented if women made the right choices for their hearts.

National Wear Red for Women day is coming up on February 3, 2012. I have set a personal goal to raise money for Go Red for Women and the American Heart Association. Donations support medical research, awareness, education and community programs that will help women live longer heart-healthy lives.

If you would like to donate, you can find my fund raising page at HERE.

Don't forget to wear red on February 3rd and help raise awareness of the signs of heart disease, stroke, & heart attack.

You can click on the badge below to go to the Go Red for Women site to learn more information on the signs of heart attack or stroke.

Thank you

Using Up Some Scraps & Blog Candy Winner

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Last week my mother in law asked if I could make some note cards for her. Since my mojo was in a slump, I turned to Pinterest for some inspiration.

I made her 10 note cards based on a project I saw on Pinterest (see below) and was able to used up some scraps.

My note card –

The card I CASED from Pinterest -

Source: natureofcraftythings.blogspot.com via Cheryl on Pinterest

Isn't Kasia's card fabulous? (If you like it, leave her some love here.)

Now, for the winner of my January blog candy a Sarah Kay First Kiss (by Stampavie) clear stamp.

And the winner is….

#40 - Lynn Hayes

Congratulations Lynn! Email me at shestamps11-blogs(at)yahoo(dot)com with in the next 10 days and I will pop your stamp on the mail.

Have a wonderful week!

Supplies:

• Stamps: Fancy Flourishes from Papertrey
• Inks: Close To My Heart Chocolate ink
• Tools: Big Shot, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Cricut, Sure Cuts A lot software, Flutters & Flowers SVG file from My Time Made Easy
• Papers: Papertrey kraft & dark chocolate CS, misc. dp scraps
• Embellishments: White Sakura pen

My Craft Room

During this past summer, I was finally able to set up a craft room in my house.     We took our guest bedroom and made it into a shared space for my daughter (homework desk, piano, toy/game storage) and my crafting.   Since we rarely have guests that spend the night, we decided that this would be a better use of our available space (and a lot cheaper than remodeling the basement).      I was inspired to take some photos and share my space after reading the post by Ashley Robinson on She Sure is Sketchy, Amber of Amber Ink’s blog.

 

 

My desk, laptop, printer, and most importantly, my iPod dock.

 

 

 

My shelves with the boxes from Ikea that I used to store my crafty goodies.  I have them all labeled so that I can find what I am looking for.     

 

 

 

Copic marker storage.  My DH made this for me using a basket and foam board.  I also have some air cans, Stampin’ Up markers, and Copic ink refills on this shelf.    (Sorry the pic is a bit distorted.)

 

 

 

This is the shelf above my desk with all my buttons and bakers twine.  Yes, I have a problem – I keep buying more and I can’t help myself.    That is a jar of rice on the shelf, I am planning on making more fleece hand warmers and need it for filling.

 

Here are a few more pics of my crafty space.

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I hope  you enjoyed this peek into my “girl cave”.     Have a wonderful Sunday!

Welcome 2012!

I hope you all had a wonderful New Year’s Eve. Thank you to every one that stopped by my blog for Karin’s Year In Review blog hop. I really enjoyed reading your comments.

Thank you to Mabelle from Whimsy & Stars Studio for sponsoring the blog candy for my stop on the hop.

You are probably wondering if you are the lucky person that gets to start off the new year with some free Whimsy & Stars Studio digis. Random.org picked….

#7 - Rhonda Miller

Rhonda, please email me at shestamps11-blogs (at) yahoo (dot) com to find out how to claim your prize.

I’ll be back to my regular posting schedule with a projects on Tuesday and Thursday starting this week.

I wish you all the best in 2012!

Veteran’s Day 11-11-11

Thank you to our brave veterans on this Veteran's Day. The freedoms we have in this country should not be taken for granted. Somebody fought for you. Somebody died for you. We have the ability to vote for our government representatives, choose where to live, read what ever books we want, and say what is on our mind and many other things we consider rights because of our veterans. Thank you to all our veterans for protecting our freedoms!

To celebrate Veteran’s Day, Melissa of Meljen’s Designs is giving away her ARMY BEAR digital stamp. It is free today only. Please stop by the Meljen’s Designs blog for the link to download your free ARMY BEAR digital stamp.

** Edited ** Melissa decide to hold a sale in honor of Veteran’s Day too. 15% off digis today and tomorrow. (November 11 & 12, 2011). Discount code MDvet15. You can see more details on the Meljen’s Designs blog.

Purse Bling and a discount for you!

I generally try to keep my blog about paper crafting and my music post on Saturdays, but I decided I had to share this with you. I found a company where I love the product and, even better, I was impressed with their customer service.

I saw a review of the Purseket Purse Organizer from Purse Bling on another blog and had to check it out. The purse I am currently using has a dark colored interior and hardly any pockets. I can never find what I am looking for unless I practically dump the entire purse. After looking at the pictures and reading customer reviews, I ordered one (in a light color) for my purse.

It shipped the same day and was on my door step in no time. I immediately dumped out my purse and put my Kleenex, gum, aspirin, Epi pen, pens, check book, lipstick, etc. in my new purse organizer and slipped it into my purse. I have to say I LOVE IT! I can find anything I am looking for so easily now. See that loop on the top? I love that feature. You slip your keys over the stiff loop of fabric and they are easy to find when you need them.

Although I don’t frequently switch purses, I love the fact that when I do, all I have to do is pull out my purse organizer and slip it into my new bag to be ready to go.

Purse Bling carries several brands of purse organizers. Each brand comes in various sizes and colors. Be sure to read the FAQ’s so that you get one the correct size for your purse.

I always have a problem finding my cell phone in my purse. By the time I dig it out, I almost always miss the call. While looking at the Purse Bling web site, I saw they had “Finders for Cell-Phones”. You got it; I bought one of those too. (Actually, I purchased a monogram key finder and they altered it free of charge to be a phone finder.) I love this too! No more digging through my purse trying to find my ringing cell phone.

I was so pleased with my purchases that I placed a second order for another purse organizer, in a different size, to use in the tote bag I take when I work out. I know I am going to be doing some Christmas shopping at Purse Bling.

Purse Bling’s products are not limited to purse organizers and key/cell-phone finders. They carry a lot of other products like purse hooks, Pish Posh Mommy Stuff, luggage tags, and eyeglass holders just to name a few.

Now, if you stuck with me through this entire blog post, I have a little treat for you. Jerilyn Stein, President of Purse Bling, gave me a discount code to share with my blog readers. If you use the discount/promo code of STAMPS during check out, you will get a 10% discount off your order. (Offer valid through March 31, 2012) Purse Bling offers FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $9.95 (to USA and US territories)! Click HERE to go to Purse Bling! Don’t forget to use the discount code of STAMPS for your 10% discount.

Meljen’s Designs DT Call!

The following has been copied from the Meljen’s Designs blog.

HERE IT IS, what you have been waiting for! An official, public, DESIGN TEAM CALL! If you have been interested in getting on the Meljen's Team, now is your chance to apply!

Please send the following to:

nicole.anderson@insightbb.com

a. Your blog addy
b. 3-4 jpegs of some creations that reflect your style
c. A link to your SplitCoastStampers account, if you have one
d. A bio of yourself and WHY you feel you would be a good addition to Melissa's team!
Please try to include creations using Melissa's images! That helps for sure!

What can you expect? ALL of Melissa's images free for the duration of your term. You will need to supply us with ONE creation a week, every other week using a new-release image and incorporating the challenge of the week. easy peasy! Of course you need to post your creation on your blog each week as well! Your term is as long as you want! Once you get on, it's your choice when to leave!

I look forward to the applications! However, if you don't follow the above guidelines, you will NOT be considered for a position, so PLEASE be sure to submit everything asked!

Deadline is: MONDAY, October 24th, 8am eastern time!

Be there or be square! GOOD LUCK!

I LOVE working with Melissa’s digital stamps and hope you will consider joining our team. Check out the Meljen’s Designs blog for more information.

I’ve been a bad blogging friend

I have been a bad blogging friend. Although my birthday was last month, I haven’t yet posted the cards I received from some of my on-line friends. So I am going to rectify that immediately!

The adorable birdie card is from Karin. You can visit her blog and see the details on this card HERE.

The fabulous card with the lady holding the cocktail is from Maria. You can visit her blog HERE.

The sweet cupcake card is from my friend Joy. I haven’t talked her into a blog yet, but you never know….

Thank you to every one who sent emails, Facebook messages and good wishes on my birthday.

Have a great day!

Where were you?

I wanted to take a moment on the anniversary of that tragic day in September 2001 to reflect. Looking at the videos from that day and the aftermath still brings tears to my eyes.

I was 7 months pregnant and when I walked into my office in Pewaukee, no one was at their desks. Some one told me every one was in the conference room because a plane flew into the World Trade Towers and they were watching the news on the TV back there. I put my purse and stuff down and walked into the conference room just in time to see the 2nd plane hit. I couldn’t believe what my eyes were seeing.

My thoughts and prayers go out for all the family members that lost someone that day and for the survivors of that horrible attack.

I'm Carrying a Torch!

Today is the day! I can finally blab my secret! I was asked to carry the torch for Amber Ink for the month of February. A HUGE thank you to Meg at Corgi Creations for giving me this opportunity. (If you haven't seen Meg's blog, go check it out! I always love stopping by her blog to see all the creative goodies she has posted.)

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Although we didn't "officially" start our torchbearer duties until today, we are already having a blast. Amber and Pam are so much fun to work with. They are super easy-going and fun. I'm just getting to know the rest of the team but they are really creative and fun too.

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Here is the scoop on the new team carrying the torch for February:

BLUE TORCH:
From Laurie Willison @ http://soapboxcreations.blogspot.com/ to Keva Brown @
http://hownowbrownkow.blogspot.com

ORANGE TORCH:
From Meg Craig @ http://corgi-creations.blogspot.com to Cheryl Gorka
@ http://shestamps.blogspot.com/

PINK TORCH:
From Joey McKelvey @ http://joeysworldofstuff.blogspot.com/ to Scoopy Sue Cooper
@ http://scoopysstuff.blogspot.com

BROWN TORCH:
From Brenda Rose @ www.roseblossomlegacies.blogspot.com to Jenn Lee @
http://www.myscrappychic.com

PURPLE TORCH:
From Sue Kment @ http://www.suesstampingstuff.blogspot.com/ to Allison Fillo @
http://stampinwhenican.blogspot.com

Be sure to stop by the Amber Ink blog to check out the new team's bios and "Babe" pictures. You can also check out the Amber Ink digital stamps & papers and clear stamps in the store.

Stop back here tomorrow for my first Amber Ink project posting.

Have a great day!

The Winner of the SBS29 Challenge is.....

We had lots of gorgeous entries for our SBS29 March challenge "Think Green". All the entries can be seen in the slide show below. Links to the blogs of my fabulous sisters can be found in my side bar on the right. We had one non-SBS29 sister join the challenge. Thank you for joining us Marsha.

I used random.org to pick a winner out of the entries. The winner is #2 JOANNE GILCH. Congratulations, I will send out a package of goodies to you this week.

Susan has volunteered to host the next challenge. I believe she has picked a color challenge of pink, yellow, and green for spring. Watch her blog for more information.


Thank you for joining me for our "Think Green" challenge.