Hope You Had a Wonderful Christmas!!!

I hope You all had a wonderful Christmas!  Christmas seemed to come so early...I guess it seemed that way because we have had such fabulous weather.  When it is 50 degrees, doesn't seem like the end of December.

Here is a photo of the last batch of Christmas cards that I created this year.  I got my inspiration from a card on Splitcoast Stampers (link to SplitcoastStampers is on my sidebar)  I used two of my favorite new stamp sets from the Stampin Up! Holiday Mini Catalog, Christmas Lodge & The Sounding Joy.  The sentiment "Joy" was embossed with the new Pewter Embossing Powder from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  I used the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch for accent and added a skinny strip of Silver Glimmer Paper for a bit of sparkle.  Finishing touch is Satin Ribbon.

And...just a reminder to everyone...The last day to order from the Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog is January 3rd!  Also, have you checked out the Clearance Rack lately???  TONS of new items added including many of the Stampin' Up! punches.  The sale punches are the old style, but are current shapes that coordinate with many of the Stampin' Up! stamp sets.  You can shop from the comfort of your home at www.bethkendzora.stampinup.net
SALE ends January 5th!!!

Thanks for visiting.....

Christmas is "in the bag"!

Hello Bloggers!

Wow, time has been flying by!!! I have been having classes since October preparing for Christmas, and it will soon be here. So, it is way past time for me to share what I have been doing. Some of you know, as you have been able to attend my Christmas classes, but for those of you that havent...here's pics of projects.

The first two pictures are from a private class I held using the Holiday Stocking die cut to create treat boxes. These adorable little stocking boxes were a big hit! I used designer paper from my "stash", used the snowflake punch, designer label punch, & some waffle paper & real red grosgrain ribbon. We also used the Snow burst Textured Impressions Embossing Folder from the Holiday Mini Catalog. The little box is approx. 1 1/2" x 2". Just big enough for some candies, lip balm, or that special little treat! I absolute LOVE the Holiday Stocking die cut & Snow Burst Textured Impressions embossing folder!!! ( Holiday Mini catalog expires Jan. 3rd!!!

Here is another Holiday Stocking treat box with last year's Stampin' Up! designer paper!

I "CASED" this card from the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator web site! It was made with the Stitched Stockings stamp set found in the Holiday Mini catalog! And, wow, skates :) LOVE, LOVE IT!!! I have also seen cards with the Stitched Stockings stamp set making a stick horse, a reindeer, sweater, and baby booties!!! It is an incredibly versitile stamp set, and has a coordinating stocking builder punch.

Here is the group photo from my October card class. Many cards, again, CASED from fellow demonstrators.

Here is the group of November Christmas cards (cased many of them)!

More sharing....to come soon! Hope you are getting your cards in the mail, and enjoying the Christmas preparations as much as I am!

Stampin' Up! Strength & Hope Campaign a Success!!!

(photo of Kansas City Pink Fountains from www.panoramio.com )

Thank you to each of you that purchased the Stampin' Up! Strength & Hope stamp set!  Stampin' Up! contributed $2 from each stamp set purchased to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  Here is a copy of the post on the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Web Site from today...

"You Did It! Results of the Strength & Hope CampaignOctober 13, 2011
The Strength & Hope Campaign, benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation^® (BCRF), came to an end on August 31. We thank you and your customers for your amazing support of this global philanthropic campaign. Each of you did your part to make a difference, and by doing so, we raised nearly $60,000, which will go toward helping BCRF "achieve prevention and a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime" (BCRF Mission Statement)."

Today, I also ask that you pray for a cure!

Halloween Luminaries!

When looking for a project for the retirement center where I share craft projects, I found this cute little luminarie project made from the Sizzix Fancy Favor Box.  It was an easy project "really...it is so simple"!

I cut out the box with the Fancy Favor Box die cut.  Punched holes in front and back with the 1 3/4" circle punch. Ran the box through my Sizzix Big Shot with the Spider Web embossing folder.   Cut 2 pieces of velum 2" square and stamped images from the Wicked Cool stamp set with Stazon.    Adhered velum in windows with glue stick.    Assembled box & adhered sides & bottom with Sticky Strip.  Stamped image on whisper white & punched out with Lg. Oval punch, layered over Scallop Oval punch and adhered on front of box.  Let's see, what is left...yes a pretty black satin bow.  Then made a handle with basic black cardstock, 3/4" wide and adhered on sides of box (bag) with brads.  I also used my Tasteful Trim die cut for the accent accross the bottom of the bag.

And, finishing touch, a battery operated tea light inside!

Love this project...how about trying one yourself.  It could be re-created for any theme, maybe Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Halloween is coming soon!

October is here, leaves are changing.... I love it! This is my favorite time of year, and each time I go out, I see more signs of Autum! Falling leaves, changing colors, and cool evening temps. And, soon, Halloween will be here. Today I have a Halloween card to share which was created with the Tri-shutter scoring, & cutting technique. Very fun to create. Supplies: Wicked Cool Stamp set, cardstock: Whisper White, Basic Black, Cajun Craze, designer paper: Frightful Sight, punches: 1 3/4 & 1 3/8 circle punches, 2 3/8 scallop circle. Tools used: Simply Scored scoring tool & paper trimmer. Thanks for dropping by!

Stampin' Up! is Giving Away Big Shots!!!

Wow!!! I still can't believe this!!! Stampin' Up! is giving away Big Shots!!! This month...you can get a FREE Sizzix Big Shot die cut machine with the purchase of the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit! The Stampin' Up! Starter Kit is already an awsome deal, over $300 in Stampin' Up! products for only $175! But now, in the month of October, you can either select an additional $100 in Stampin' Up! Products to add on to your Starter Kit, or receive the Sizzix Big Shot Die Cut Machine FREE!!! You all know that I absolutely LOVE being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator! Stampin' Up! is an awsome company that provides great customer service, provides all the training needed to share my passion for stamping, and of course, "the best rubber stamps in the industry"!!! They have an amazing creative team, and I am proud to offer their products to you! With the holidays fast approaching, wouldn't it be great to own your own Stampin' Business....make your own hours, and share creativity with others. You say you are not creative....all the ideas are there for you on the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Web Site!!! And, I have been a demonstrator for 5 years... As your upline, I will share whatever I can to help you make your Stampin' Up! business a success!!! You can either visit my business web site at www.bethkendzora.stampinup.net or give me a call TODAY at (816) 238-7508 to learn more about being a Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and becoming a member of my Stamp Patch Team!!!

Come see me at the Josephine Expo!

Hey Gals! Come see me at the Josephine Expo on Saturday, October 11th from 10-4 for project displays, product demonstrations, & more!