Oval Alls Thank You

A good friend of mine, Sandi who lives on the Island is a fabulous cook, entertainer extraordinare, decorator, painter - you get the picture - she's just one of those great all-around women. I've often complimented her on what a great cook she is ~ always bringing the best appies to parties, preparing the best dinners, lunches and snacks. She genuinely loves to cook! So imagine my surprise when I opened my mail recently to find one of her "secrets", a cookbook just for me with a lot of those recipes I had complimented her on. I found it incredibly funny that this cookbook is titled "The Best of the Best and More" as that's often how I've thought of and described Sandi - "The Best of the Best"!

This cookbook for those of you Canadian ladies old enough to remember the Best of Bridge cookbook series, is a compilation of recipes from their library of books plus 70 new ones. This cookbook is so popular it's in its 17th printing (2008). Anyway I'm looking forward to making Mediterranean Pie, "Land of Nod" Cinnamon Buns, Weekend Spouse Saver and the many fabulous salads featured in this book.

I thought I'd share a picture and the deets for the Thank You card I sent to Sandi for this wonderful gift (apologies for the poor photography it really doesn't do the card justice). I chose to do a femine card with clean crisp lines and colours as they remind me of Sandi.

I used Bashful Blue cardstock for my base. I used the Big Shot Texturz Plate with the small swiss dot design on my whisper white cardstock layer and punched the corners with the retired Stampin Up Wrought Iron Corner Slot punch. For the next layer I used the Top Note Die Cut on Bashful Blue designer series paper. To finish it off I punched a Wide Oval from whisper white cs and stamped with the "thank you" sentiment from the Oval Alls stamp set. I attached this layer to the center of the Top Note with dimensionals to give it some height, then restamped the Oval Alls stamp on Bashful Blue designer paper with Bordering Blue ink added some Dazzling Diamonds glitter and a small bow from Bashful Blue grosgrain ribbon. Hope you enjoyed this design.

In Colour Summer Inspiration Colors

Stampin' Up! - Colour Inspiration:

Have you had a chance to check out the new In Colours for 2009-2010? I think they are just awesome. Think of all the cool summer cards and projects you can make with them. But if you're like me and a little colour challenged you might find this difficult. If you're not too sure what combinations will work use these fun, summer-inspired colour combinations. Stampin' Up has taken away some of the guesswork, and these are sure to be hot!

July Stamp of the Month

For the July Stamp Set of the Month give away, I have chosen the stamp set Oval Alls, # 113790. Price $22.95 . With this 4 stamp set you can create layered oval images to use as tags or card accents. It can be used with the Scallop Oval punch, and Large Oval punch. You'll love the way the sweet scallops are accented by the delicate details of the images.

For every $25 you spend your name will be put into a draw to win this stamp set. You can order online over at my website, email or give me a call to place an order and I'll put your name into the draw. My email address is: pennyhanuszak@telus.net"

Country Living Summer Cookout Kit

The Country Living Summer Cookout Kit gives you everything you need to hold a fantastic summer party, including: Creative invitations , fun food wrappers (see picture), customizable coasters, and more! For the low price of $32.95, the Country Living Summer Cookout kit will ensure your summer party is a hit. Contact me to learn more about any of these promotions, or visit my Online Store by clicking Shop Now.

There are so many options with the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit—like this adorable flatware wrap, complete

with toothpick and moist towelette!

2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue and Definitely Decorative Brochures are Here!

Spend the Summer with New Products ~ Stampin' Up!'s 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue and Definitely Decorative brochures are here, and they're filled with all-new stamps, accessories, and home décor products. Contact me to schedule your new catalogue workshop or find out how to get your own copy for free.

You can browse both the Idea Book and Catalogue and the Definitely Decorative brochures by going to the shop now button on my website

Mini Starter Kit - July 15- August 31 Promotion

Have Fun Doing What You Love

From July 15 — August 31, you can join the Stampin' Up! family for as little as $105 with the Mini Starter Kit. Have fun helping friends and family create exciting projects, while earning free products and even a little extra cash!" Contact me for more details or go on-line to check out this promotion!

Scallop Edge Punch - Deal of the Week

Scallop Edge Punch ~ Deal of the Week! Everything's prettier in scallops! July 1–5, get the Scallop Edge punch for just $15.99—over 30% off the regular price of $22.95!Throughout July, be sure to check my web site every Monday at 10 AM (MT) for the week's new deal.