A Basket Full of Yummy Pumpkin Poop..

Pumpkin Poop is a quick & easy treat that kids of all ages will get a kick out of! They are always great for a good laugh!!!

Here is a closer look........
I whipped these up in no time at all.... I cut my card stock to 5x3 and folded it in 1/2 to fit over a small cello bag filled with a handfull of some yummy candy corn.

I simply stamped the top portion of the background with these polka dots from my Stampin' UP! Polka dots & Paisleys stamp set. Next I stamped this pumpkin from the Stampin' UP! Batty for you stamp set. I punched out my pumpkin using my circle punch and matted it onto a scallop circle... ((Have I mentioned lately how much I love my Stampin' UP! punches???? We'll let me tell ya.... I LOVE THEM!!!))

The last step was to add the adorable poem for the pumpkin poop that I found awile ago and have been using it ever since....I wish I knew who came up with it so I could thank them for their fantastic idea!

Go ahead and give this quick yummy treat a try yourself...

Have great day and thanks for stopping by!

Michelle

Quick, Easy & Economical Scrapbook

I have all kinds of scraps left over from my Stampin' UP! Ghostly Greetings Designer Paper after my Halloween classes & treats are all complete. So, I decided to put these scraps to good use by putting together these mini scrapbooks. I used a bamboo skewer along with a rubber band to hold it together and then I pulled out my collection of scraps to decorate with a minimalist feel.

Don't have these scraps???? Don't worry!!!!

While supplies last, you can order your very own kit from me for just $6.00...

kit includes:
1 rubber band
1 bamboo skewer
Assorted fiber pieces
3 sheets of pre-scored and hole punched 6x12 Cardstock
2 pre-cut & scored book mark style tabs
3 small patterned paper pieces to create additional tabs
Assorted pieces of double sided patterned paper to decorate your pages

Pre-cut pieces to assemble your very own Frankenstein

**All product used are Stampin' UP!

Mini Holiday Accordion Album

This fantastic Mini Holiday Accordion Album makes the perfect holiday accent to any home and who wouldn't just love to get this as a gift??? I created this mini album using my Stampin' UP! Ski Slope Designer Series Paper (( I just love how many things I get to make with just 1 paper pack....Such versatility!!)) Each of the 4 panels is a pocket where you can add more photos and journaling Plus it conveniently folds up and ties nicely with a ribbon for a great finish! Isn't that cool?

I created this project specifically for a class on the go I will be doing in November. Annette and her friends will be enjoying a fun afternoon exploring their creativity and getting a jump start on the holidays! Are you interested in creating a custom project with your friends? Visit my website to see what upcoming classes I have or contact me today to schedule your very own class on the go... But, you should hurry because my holiday schedule is filling up fast....

Happy Stamping!
Michelle

You Mean Everything To Me...

This 9x12 canvas is a sample for an upcoming Mom's Night Out Class that I will be having in November.... This event is an invitation only event however if your interested you can schedule your own canvas (or other custom class) Ladies Night Out event and I will put together a party for you and your friends..... It is sure a fantastic Ladies Night out that everyone will enjoy!

I used my Stampin' UP! Designer Paper Sweet Always as my color inspiration... Don't you just love this color combo of Chocolate Chip, Regal Rose, Pink Pirouette & Pumpkin Pie? I know I do!!! This project was pretty straight forward however, I did give it a softer worn look by distressing. If you look at the photo you can see how I added an extra touch by sanding the edges of the photo with my SU Sanding Blocks.....

I am so happy with the way mine turned out...... I'm sure my ladies will be happy with theirs to.... But, I wonder how many will actually be able to give it away or will they all keep them for themselves??? Hmmmmm????? I guess we'll have to wait and see!

Stampin' UP! Stamps: Dreams Du Jur, Always
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Pie, Regal Rose, Whisper White CS & Sweet Always DP
Assessories: Chocolate Chip & Regal Rose Grosgrain Ribbon, Ice Circle Rhinestone Brad, Scallop Edge Punch, Embossing Powder

Marker Club

October marker Club is now closed!

* Don't worry, it's not to late....start your own marker club today with 4 of your friends or join the next round of marker club.....

** Club starts 10/15/08.. Don't miss your chance to own all 48 Stampin' Write Markers and this great storage case plus all the other perks you get for being a club member..... * Contact me today to join this club or start your own with 4 of your friends....

Many Marvelous Markers
Have you ever created a marvelous card, only to get frustrated when you couldn't’t find a coordinating marker? When you buy the Many Marvelous Markers, you'll have all the colors you need and you'll save money!

Why join the Many Marvelous Markers Club you ask...... * Imagine building your collection while spreading your payments out over 4 months..... It is definitely the best way to build your collection of supplies and it not only allows you to do it in a budget conscious way but, you get to enjoy hostess benefits with out even having a party...... I highly recommend this club, In fact, it is exactly how I got my collection started.....

Here is how it works:

Option #1 (Markers only) * Club consists of 4 Members who commit to make a monthly payment of $40.00 for 4 months... Each month you will receive the stampin' write markers from each permanent color family for 4 months until your collection is complete.... Plus each month a club member gets to be the Hostess and with an addittional order of only $25.00 she will enjoy hostess benefits of $15.00 in FREE product and the level 1 hostess stamp set of her choice... Yep all this while you take advantage of spreading out your payments over the course of 4 months.

Option #2 (Markers & Paper) * Club consists of 4 Members who commit to make a monthly payment of $60.00 for 4 months... Each month you will receive the stampin' write markers and an assorted pack of card stock from each permanent color family for 4 months until your collection is complete.... Plus each month a club member gets to be the Hostess and will not only enjoy hostess benefits of $20.00 in FREE product and the level 1 hostess stamp set of her choice... But, the hostess will also receive a bonus package of assorted neutrals card stock as well as the marker caddy...... Yep all this while you take advantage of spreading out your payments over the course of 4 months.

Contact me today for more info at: cmmcveller.sbcglobal.net

*Open to customers with US addresses only

WCMD Kids Cards...

These fantastic cards were made by some fantastic kids to send to our troops. I held a Free card class last Saturday in celebration of World Card Making Day over at the Oriole Park Library..... We used Current & retired Stampin' UP! Halloween Stamp sets & the kids got to make 2 cards (1 to keep and 1 to donate) The donated cards are being sent to cards for heroes which is an organization that sends cards to our troops who are currently deployed. The kids had lots of fun making these (it was amazing how quiet & focused they were) and I just wanted to share their work with you before I sent them off.... Thank you to all who attended!!! And, thank you for looking!

Halloween Paper Bag Album

Sneak peak...October Halloween Paper Bag Class

You can find more details as well as information on other upcoming classes I have to offer on my website. I am having a blast with the Stampin' UP! Ghostly Greetings Designer Paper! The truth is, I wasn't even going to order it but, once I seen it I just knew it would make the perfect paper bag album class for both kids and adults alike......

Now, I can't show you the whole album.... But, here is a sneak peak at the inside of this

BOO-Tiful one of a kind album.....

Isn't Frankenstein here just the cutest???? I have seen this guy several times but, I'm not sure who created it..... I will update this once I can find it again..... I thought he was the perfect addition to this album and I just had to include him! I made him using my Stampin' UP! punches and it was literally as easy as 123.... Let me show you how!

Class is filling up quickly.... Don't miss your chance to make this BOO-tiful album! Contact me today to reserve your spot or to order your To-Go-Packet

Today is World Card Making Day!

Did you know that today is world card making day? In honor of this, Stampin' UP! has a great special for you! From now until 10/11/08 you can purchase any Simply Sent Kit for 20% off..... This is AWESOME!!!! These kits make card making sooooooo easy! They have most of the work done for you so these kits are perfect for the beginer as well as the seasoned Stamper! AND they make great gifts! See My earlier post for more details.....


I have had a blast today! I started off the morning making Halloween cards with kids at our local library. Each kid was able to make 2 cards. One card they made to send to our troops in Iraq and the other they got to keep for themselves... Of course they all knew what special person they were going to give their cards to after they were completed.... In all the craziness of this morning I forgot my camera but, one of my fabulous class participants did take some pics for me of all the great cards... I will post them as soon as she forwards them to me.....

Next I headed home for my adult card class and we had even more card making fun.... We made Halloween cards, Thanksgiving cards & even a Christmas card... Some couldn't decide which card they liked best but Flor just loved her TURKEY card!!!!

After 3 classes in a row, tonight I'm pooped..... I am going to hang out with my family now but, I will post pictures tomorrow....

I hope you had a chance to enjoy making a card for someone you care about today.... But, if not....Don't worry......There's always tomorrow!!!!

Have a GREAT Night!

20% off Stampin’ Up!’s Simply Sent® card kits and Card Elements

From October 4-11, in celebration of World Card Making Day, get 20 percent off Stampin’ Up!’s Simply Sent® card kits and Card Elements—no additional purchase necessary! World Card Making Day celebrates the art and creativity of handcrafted cards, and these kits contain everything you need to create and embellish beautiful cards every day.

Contact me today to place your order...... Or visit my website where you can place an order anytime day or night (Just click the SHOP NOW button on the top right corner of the screen)

Happy 20th Birthday Stampin' UP!

October officially kicks off the 20th Anniversary for Stampin' UP! and they're ready to celebrate!

As part of the celebration, you get to take advantage of 20% off savings on preselected Stampin' UP! birthday/celebration stamp sets anytime you spend $20.00 throughout the entire month of October..... WOO HOO!!!

The best part is Once you have spent $20, there is no limit to the number of stamp sets you can get at 20 percent off on your order..... PLUS... Any Hostesses who hold a $150 or more workshop may redeem their hostess free merchandise for promotional stamp sets at the 20 percent off price too!!!