tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7714634669322691692024-02-19T04:37:43.606-05:00Stamp with HeatherHeatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-1375996176718250832013-07-23T21:22:00.000-04:002013-07-23T21:22:07.036-04:00Post-Convention HighI just got back on Sunday night from the annual Stampin' Up! Convention in Salt Lake City. These conventions are always great but this one was even bigger and better because it was their 25th anniversary. Bigger... there were almost 6000 demonstrators there from all over the world. Better... even more free stamp sets, Prize Patrol and giveaways! I'm still riding the excitement high.<br />
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I've got some great classes coming up in the next few months that you won't want to miss. I've updated my calendars through September and will be adding Oct - Dec as soon as I get the boys' baseball schedule (4 playing at once - YIKES!)<br />
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This is my Quick Cards - You Make Me Happy - August Class. Simple but very pretty and don't you just love the little bag in the middle to hold them all!? This class will be Aug 23 so register today so you don't miss out.<br />
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Did you see this banner in the Holiday Mini Catalog? Isn't it awesome!? We'll be making this in my September 20th class. I'll also be doing a banner class for Thanksgiving and Christmas too so check out my calendar for those dates.<br />
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Finally, if you haven't signed up to get your monthly My Paper Pumpkin kit you won't want to wait another minute. Right now if you sign up <a href="http://www.mypaperpumpkin.com/demoid2011720" target="_blank">here</a> and enter promo code <i>pumpkindeal</i> you will receive your first two months of My Paper Pumpkin for only $10 per month!! Thats like getting a kit for free! But don't delay, this promotion is only good until August 31.</div>
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<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-2998104211289121242013-05-01T14:28:00.000-04:002013-05-01T14:28:15.145-04:00Blooming Flowers and 25% off!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Nothing brightens a room like a bouquet of flowers. The best thing about these flowers is they require no water and won't wilt! The Bloomin' Bouquet Flower Kit is a fun and easy way to bring spring inside. The kit contains everything you need except a glue gun and this video tutorial will show you just how easy it is. This kit is only available while supplies last so order yours today! Item #134542 $12.95</div>
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Are you into digital crafting? If you answered yes, then you'll be thrilled to hear that My Digital Studio digital downloads <b>and</b> print products are 25% off until June 15th. Remember to check for all the new releases each Tuesday. There is often a free download available too! (Yes, there's one this week!) If you answered no, download the FREE TRIAL version of My Digital Studio and see how easy it is to create cards, scrapbooks, calendars and more on either the PC or Mac platform. If you want some one-on-one training on this program, I am happy to sit down with you and walk you through it as well as show you where to find wonderful video tutorials. </div>
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Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-19699070578485369972013-04-24T15:50:00.001-04:002013-04-24T15:50:39.090-04:00Going, Going, Gone!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Its that time of year when we have to say goodbye to some of our favorite inky stamps to make room for fresh new rubber coming soon. The list of <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=1200&dbwsdemoid=2011720" target="_blank">Retired Stamps and Retired Accessories</a> has been posted. Be sure to get those items now because when they are gone, they're gone. The stamp sets will be available until May 30th but the Retired Accessories are only available until supplies last and they will go quick! Use the link on the right to shop right now and be sure to enter Hostess Code: V669X9WN at checkout. When you do, you will be entered to win all the Hostess Benefits earned on all my online orders from now until May 30! There is up to 60% off MDS products as well.<br />
As always, if you have any questions, please ask. I'm always here to help.<br />
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How does $80 or more in free Stampin' Up! product sound? I know, right? Gather some friends for your own workshop and you could be earning those Hostess Benefits. I've got two hostesses already who have their dates on my calendar. What date do you want to hold your workshop?<br />
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Have a bigger wish list? Join my team and get an extra $30 of products in your Starter Kit. YOU choose whatever products you want, its completely customizable! You pick $155 worth of your favorite products and pay only $99! Not only will you be embarking on the most fun, rewarding adventure of your life, but you'll get to join me at the annual Convention in Salt Lake City this summer. Its Stampin' Up!'s 25th Anniversary and they are promising even more fun and more free giveaways. You definitely don't want to miss out! Contact me today with all your questions.Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-61483951065914066442013-04-12T16:58:00.001-04:002013-04-12T16:58:02.236-04:00Capturing MemoriesMy family just returned home from an amazing and memorable trip to Cozumel, Mexico. My parents, siblings & their spouses and my husband and I are certified scuba divers. Now that the eldest two grandsons are of age to get their Jr. Certification, my parents took the entire family on a trip for their first dive experience. Between digital cameras, camera phones, an underwater camera and 5 disposable cameras for all the kids, we easily took hundreds of pictures.<br />
In this digital age it is easy to take tons of great pictures that capture every great memory of trips like these. But taking the time to print them and put them in an album or dare try to scrapbook them can seem like an overwhelming task. But with My Digital Studio, Stampin' Up! has made this task simple. Here is just one page I made for the vacation album. I used one of my sunset photos as the background and just added a couple more photos and some quick text.<br />
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My Digital Studio is easy to learn and use and comes preloaded with tons of images and tools. Each Tuesday, Stampin' Up! releases even more digital downloads so you can continue to add to your library. And at the new price of $19.95, its an inexpensive way to create albums, calendars, cards, flyers and more! If you are in the Austin area, I provide free hands-on training to get you started. Contact me today to learn more!<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.mypaperpumpkin.com/" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a> kits are going out this week! Watch your mailbox for this months treasure. If you haven't already signed up, do it today so you can get in on the fun.</li>
<li>Like me on Facebook to get more news and tips. My page is<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stampin-Up-Demonstrator-Heather-Wilber/184283721604316?ref=br_rs" target="_blank"> <span id="goog_1888216201"></span>here</a>.</li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">That's right! Starting Monday, all of our awesome fabric designs are 50% off! Stock up now. Even if you don't sew, use scissors or your Big Shot to cut out pieces for your cards or scrapbook pages. </span></span></div>
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<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-84964949063396506732013-03-04T22:38:00.000-05:002013-03-04T22:38:15.792-05:00Skip the To Do List and just STAMP!That sound like great advice to me! One of my awesome downline actually posted that comment on my Facebook today. Stamping is such a great way to 'check out' for a bit, use a completely different part of your brain and relax and recharge. Its a great stress-reliever!<br />
My ever-growing To Do list last week included designing the projects for some upcoming workshops. I was running out of time and began to over-think and to do too much with them. The harder I tried to come up with a good design, the more frustrated and less-creative I was getting. I just wasn't feelin' it. Three hours before my workshop, as I'm finishing cleaning and setting up my studio, inspiration hits. To quote Despicable Me, "Light Bulb!" Some simple, easy but way cute and totally duplicatable cards are what flowed out. Nothing like last minute huh?<br />
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I was even able to put together a little 'kit' of products you could purchase for around $50 to get a Sale-a-bration FREEBIE If you like these cards and want to be able to quickly, easily and inexpensively make them yourself, here's what you need.<br />
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<li>In Color Markers (your choice of sets) $14.95</li>
<li>Paper Doilies #129399 $2.95</li>
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Total cost is only $52.75 (+ tax/shipping) PLUS you can choose the Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack (#130812) as your FREE Sale-a-bration item!<br />
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What a steal! Several of the beginner stampers loved this as a way to get started stamping without a big investment and now they had several great ideas to work with. Click the Shop button now and get these great products and your FREE Sale-a-bration goodies before it all ends on March 22!<br />
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Also, don't forget to sign up for <a href="http://www.mypaperpumpkin.com/" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a> before March 10 to ensure you get the first kit when they ship out March 15!! Please use my demo info (Heather Wilber at zip code 78665) when you sign up.<br />
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With three boys in elementary school and one in preschool there were a lot of Valentine's to make this year. 85 to be exact. And with 4 very different personalities, they each wanted something a bit different. </div>
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Of course the first place I headed when I needed an idea was Pinterest. Who hasn't been lost there for hours on end? Aidan (7) happened to see this idea and he really liked it, so his were pretty easy thanks to my camera and My Digital Studio.</div>
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Connor (8) is my funny-man. He's always crackin' jokes and laughing so his needed to be something funny. He "totally got" the smartie pants joke right away and again, thanks to My Digital Studio and the Celebrate Any Day Designer Kit download (which has the pants image), he was able to assemble his cards all on his own. We just printed the card, attached a Smarties candy to each leg and then cut out another pair of pants to attach on top.</div>
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Declan (4) LOVES the Big Shot. Anytime I have die cutting to do he wants to crank it so I knew his Valentines would include some die cuts. There are some peanut allergies in his class we we opted for lollipops and he did all the die cutting to make these adorable flowers using the Fun Flowers Bigz Die.</div>
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Finally, my eldest Lucas (10) is getting to the age when cutsie Valentine's are just not cool. By this age, its really all just about the candy. I get that but I just couldn't let 'neckid' candy be given so we wrapped the Hershey miniatures in Designer Series paper and added a nice little tag. He was able to do all the wrapping, stamping and die cutting himself! I stepped in when monotony threatened to take over but they turned out great.</div>
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I can't show you the Valentines I made for some of my girlfriends yet because several of them read this blog and they wont be getting theirs till we get together on Friday so you will have to wait too. I do have one more thing I can share though. I mentioned the My Digital Studio program earlier and if you are not familiar with it, it is a digital papercrafting program offer by Stampin' Up! Its a wonderful way to create photo books, calendars, scrapbook pages, cards, flyers, invitation or just about anything else you can come up with. Want to see what else I just created with it?</div>
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Connor is having a sleepover campout birthday party (yeah for Feb weather in Texas!) so I made the invitations for it. I used the Happy Camper Digital Download and was able to use the coloring tool to make the flames of the campfire various colors. The best part about My Digital Studio is that you can try it for FREE! Click on the SHOP button on the right and download your free trial offer today and see what you can create.<br />
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<i>Happy Valentine's Day!</i><br />
<i>Heather</i><br />
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Once upon a time there was a crafting princess who suffered from 3 ailments...<br />
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Then along came her fairy godmother with <b>Paper Pumpkin</b>! This is a wonderful new program that Stampin' Up! is starting. Every month a new surprise project kit arrives on your doorstep to whisk you away for a 30 minute journey into creativity. All the coordinated materials come measured, precut and ready to assemble - including directions. Each kit includes stamps, ink, paper and accessories; everything to complete the project except adhesive. The best part - its only $19.95 per month including shipping! <br />
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The first kits will begin shipping the 15th of March but you need to sign up by the 10th of the month to ensure you receive the kit for that month. There is no commitment required, you can cancel your subscription anytime and you can even skip a month if you need to.<br />
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So forget Prince Charming. Hop on over to <a href="http://www.mypaperpumpkin.com/" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a> now to sign up now. Even if you consider yourself more of a crafting ugly step-sister, you will LOVE this program. Please be sure to indicate me as your demonstrator when prompted (Heather Wilber, zip code 78665). You will receive a free gift from me if you do!<br />
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<i>Bippity Boppity Bo!</i><br />
<i>Heather</i><br />
<i><br /></i>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-73938505701342755542013-02-09T22:34:00.002-05:002013-02-09T22:34:33.847-05:00I'm not intimidated anymore!<br />
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Chics 'n Chocolate was a blast! Eleven dear friends enjoyed making three projects, chocolate wine and this yummy chocolate 'mountain' (as my 4 yr old calls it). <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We started with the projects so as to not have to work with chocolate fingers. I think they were anxious to get to it cuz they worked hard and fast. About half the group had never stamped before so it was such a joy to watch them create for the first time. Many of them started with that look of dread. I could almost hear them thinking "oh no, I can't do that" or "mine is never going to look like <i>hers</i>." As I watched and helped each one complete their projects I saw that look change. They all loved their projects and felt so good about what they had made. One guest commented that if she sent this to her mom, she would probably show it off like she did her handmade projects when she was little. Another was so proud of herself she wasn't sure she'd be able to give her projects away.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Later that night as we crawled into bed, my husband asked how the night went and if it was successful. I smiled as I told him that it wasn't the sales or the bookings that made it a success, it was hearing this from a first time crafter; "I'm not intimated anymore! I realized I <i>can</i> do this! And it was so fun!" <b>THAT</b> is why I do what I do. That is what I <b>LOVE</b> about what I do. <b>THAT</b> is what Stampin' Up! is all about.<br />
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in this we make a difference!</div>
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- Statement of the Heart</div>
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Its a wonderful combination. Chocolate, wine, and creating with your girlfriends. What could be better? Join me this Friday night as we celebrate our other Valentines... our girlfriends! We will create a couple great chocolate-themed projects to show our love to our favorite gals and then spend the rest of the evening enjoying a chocolate fountain. This event is free but you need to rsvp so I have enough <strike>wine and chocolate</strike> materials prepared. :)<br />
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I will leave you with a project I made for my Mary Kay Consultant. She is so sweet and helpful so I wanted to give her a little thank you gift.<br />
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I used Basic Black and Pretty in Pink card stock for both the purse box and the card. The box contained some dark chocolates. The card used the bee image from Nature Walk as well as the Itty Bitty Banners stamp set and the Dots Embossing Folder. If you know the Mary Kay story you know the significance of the bee.<br />
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<b>HOST</b>- I'll have some friends over for a party and earn free Stampin' Up! products. You could get free Glimmer Paper, and a Hostess bundle in addition to at least $25 in free products.<br />
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Check out the Sale-a-Bration flyer below for all the goodies. Click on the SHOP button on the right to purchase from my website 24/7.<br />
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<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-3383382071792201062013-01-15T15:15:00.001-05:002013-01-15T15:17:38.664-05:00Leadership 2013<br />
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Last week I got to spend 4 amazing days in Orlando, Florida at the Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference. This was the first time I was able to attend and it was awesome! SU knows how to treat their demonstrators. <br />
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During the General Sessions, we heard from Shelli (CEO & Co-Founder) and several other staff members who shared great stamping projects, business tips and exciting surprise announcements. The <a href="http://youtu.be/ED18tTC7XG8" target="_blank">Dude, You're Welcome</a> kit, <a href="http://www.mypaperpumpkin.com/" target="_blank">My Paper Pumpkin</a>, and special 25th Anniversary <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=1226" target="_blank">Best Of</a> promotions are just a few you will want to check out. And of course there was the very popular Prize Patrol and several all-attendee giveaways. Free stamping stuff ROCKS!<br />
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In addition, there were tons of beautiful project samples to inspire us and break-out classes with practical training to help our businesses grow. But to be honest though, the best part of Leadership wasn't any of these things. It was all the new friends I made. In the hotel lobby the first night, I was introduced to a group of demos from California who I joined for a hilariously fun night at a local dinner theatre. These gals quickly became my new friends. Its the relationships and friendships I've made through Stampin' Up! that have been the biggest blessing. Here is a photo of us, including my roommate and downline Carolyn (with the sock monkey) at the Stampin' Under the Stars Night in our PJs.<br />
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Next month (Feb 16 to be exact), SU will be holding a Regional Event in Dallas. This event is open to demonstrators AND CUSTOMERS so if you would like to get a little taste of the fun, inspiration and wildly good time, I would love for you to join me. Registration is open now and will fill quickly so call me today; I promise you won't regret it!Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-45613587891804442032012-12-29T17:43:00.001-05:002012-12-29T17:43:26.229-05:0012 Days of Christmas, days 7-12Continuing from my last post, here is what was given to the teachers on days 7-12 of Christmas.<br /><br />On the 7th Day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Cake Balls (from Austin Cake Ball Co.) in a decorative box.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1749.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1749.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the 8th Day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />A 2013 desk calendar designed with My Digital Studio.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1750.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1750.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the 9th Day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />A bird house box filled with their favorite candy.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1751.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1751.jpg' border='0' width='187' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the 10th Day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />A stamped candle.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1752.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1752.jpg' border='0' width='187' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the 11th Day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />A Designer Series Purse with matching notecards (got this tutorial from Becky Roberts)<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1753.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1753.jpg' border='0' width='187' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the 12th Day of Christmas the kids gave their teachers....<br />A plate of homemade cookies and a gift card.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/29/1754.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/29/s_1754.jpg' border='0' width='223' height='148' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-21018413978140837672012-12-13T00:01:00.001-05:002012-12-13T00:01:43.311-05:0012 Days of Christmas, days 1-6So every year I have this tradition when it comes to gifts for my boys' teachers. Instead of one gift, they get 12 little gifts. The last 12 days before Christmas break the boys bring in a little treat each day. Here is what they received on days 1-6.<br /><br />On the first day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Candy Cane M&M sticks<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2695.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2695.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the second day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Binder Clip Photo Holders<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2696.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2696.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the third day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Poinsettia Ornaments<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2697.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2697.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the fourth day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Holiday Hershey's<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2698.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2698.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the fifth day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />Snowman Tealight <br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2699.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2699.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />On the sixth day of Christmas, the kids gave their teachers...<br />K-cup Mugs<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/12/2700.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/12/s_2700.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='187' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />As you can see, they aren't big expensive things, but rather small little handmade tokens. I think (and ive been told) that the suspense and excitement of a new gift everyday is just as fun and enjoyable as the gift. And I think my kids love giving 12 days of gifts too!<br /><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-16700885732917466882012-12-03T23:50:00.001-05:002012-12-03T23:50:21.200-05:00All the cuteness... Without the work!Around the holidays, people are always looking for cute ways to package little treats and gifts for co-workers, teachers, neighbors, and friends. At a 20% savings, these holiday packaging bundles are an affordable and adorable solution. Simply add a treat or gift and assemble. And because these holiday packaging bundles don't require any stamping, cutting, or creating, they are perfect for everyone who's giving gifts this holiday season-even if you are NOT a papercrafter.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/03/2710.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/03/s_2710.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='153' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Available until January 2.<br />Click here to order.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=132769&dbwsdemoid=2011720">Trimmings & Tags Bundle</a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=132770&dbwsdemoid=2011720">Petit Treats Bundle</a><br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/03/2711.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/03/s_2711.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='127' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Did you love that ornament on the cover of the Holiday Mini? It was such a hit that Stampin' Up! is making it available to you --just in time to deck the halls with terrific trimmings you've made yourself! They've simplified this fun project so that you can quickly and easily achieve the same results. In addition to the kit, all you need is a glue gun, scissors, and adhesive. (Our Anywhere Glue Sticks [104045] are perfect for assembly.) Want greeting or place cards to go with those ornaments? The Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set (W 128048 C 128051) gives you perfect coordination. Fancy a little sparkle and shine? Sprinkle on our Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter (102023)!<br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=132832&dbwsdemoid=2011720">The Ornamental Elegance Kit</a> (132832)<br /><br />Order these now so you will have plenty of time to make them for Christmas gifting--or for your family tree! Available while supplies last.<br /><br />And finally a little stamping treat. I made this card for my Secret Sister last week.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/12/03/2712.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/12/03/s_2712.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><i><font size="2">Stamp set: Papillon Potpourri & Very Vintage wheel</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Ink: Early Espresso, Whisper White</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Card stock: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, So Saffron DSP</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Accessories: Linen Thread, Basic Pearls, Paper Piercing tool, Scallop Trim Corner Punch, Scallop Trim Border punch</font></i><br /><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-4069095589518565582012-11-11T23:04:00.001-05:002012-11-11T23:04:38.509-05:00Christmas cards, part twoHere are the second set of cards featured in the Christmas card class series. This first one is so elegant and gives me such a peaceful feeling of softly falling snowflakes.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/11/11/2912.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/11/11/s_2912.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><i><font size="2">Card stock: Basic Gray, White & Vellum</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Stamp set: Greetings of the Season</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Accessories: Flurry Embossing Folder, Basic Pearls, Decorative Label Punch, Organza Ribbon</font></i><br /><br />This next card was actually CASED from a fellow demonstrator. I love being a part of a group a ladies who are so creative. I am always impressed with how they can see and use images, punches and products in new and unique ways. This one uses images to spell out a festive greeting.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/11/11/2913.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/11/11/s_2913.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />(My iPad takes terrible pictures, I'm sorry.)<br /><i><font size="2">Stamp set: Jolly Bingo Bits</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Ink: Cherry Cobbler & Old Olive</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Card Stock: Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Accessories: Petals a Plenty Embossing Folder, Cherry Cobbler Brads, 1" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch</font></i><br /><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-42202914331510980392012-09-08T23:09:00.001-04:002012-09-08T23:09:07.058-04:00Christmas cards, part oneEvery fall I start making Christmas cards. I figure if I start early they will get done before the mad dash of the holidays begins. In keeping with that line of thinking I start offering Christmas card classes in September. Each month I feature two new cards and class attendees make 5 of each card. If they come back to the October and November classes featuring new cards each month, they will have 30 beautiful handmade Christmas cards ready to be mailed out all before the Thanksgiving leftovers are finished!<br /><br />This is the first of the two cards featured in the September class. Although it's hard to tell from the picture the Dazzling Details on the swirls of the tree make this card sparkle.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/09/08/2935.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/09/08/s_2935.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><i><font size="2">Stamp set: Snow Swirled</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Ink: Rich Razzleberry</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Card stock: Rich Razzleberry and Whisper White</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Accessories: Dazzling Details, Rich Razzleberry Stitched Ribbon </font></i><br /><br />This second card uses one of my favorite Christmas color combinations, Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso and Old Olive. They just remind me of the warmth and cheer of the holiday.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/09/08/2936.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/09/08/s_2936.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><i><font size="2">Stamp set: Delightful Decorations & Greetings of the Season</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, Old Olive</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Card Stock: Cherry Cobbler, Espresso, Very Vanilla</font></i><br /><i><font size="2">Accessories: Ornament punch, Linen Thread, Crumb Cake marker, Dimensionals</font></i><br /><br />Both of these cards are easy to follow and mass-produce which makes them great for Christmas cards. Be sure to check back as I will be sharing parts 2 and 3 of my Christmas card classes. Or better yet, join us! Check my calendar for dates and details.<br /><br />Thanks for reading,<br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-25272797457281651502012-09-04T22:01:00.001-04:002012-09-04T22:01:19.634-04:00AnniversariesLast month I sent out two anniversary cards. One to my parents who were celebrating their 40th anniversary and one to my brother and sister-n-law who were celebrating their 6th. 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Choose from any of the 2012-2014 In Colors or spend $200 and get them all!<br /><br />Be sure to register for the upcoming card and project classes. Click on Events to see the descriptions.<br /><br />Happy Stamping!<br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-10945558047150416832012-08-06T19:06:00.001-04:002012-08-10T08:55:28.822-04:00Fall-I-Days Blog Hop<br />
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The first project is an adorable little backpack. Perfect for filling with a few special supplies or a tasty surprise snack, it's sure to put a smile on your student's face. The top stays securely closed thanks to a magnetic clasp and the front pocket is perfect for a special note.<br />
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How about a little something for the teacher? This cute pencil card is quick and easy and features the Stripes Embossing folder, Tasteful Trims die and the 3/4" circle punch.<br />
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My final project is the coordinating Post-It note holder. There isn't a staff member at school that couldn't use one of these! <br />
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Now it's time to hop on over to see what Debbie has in store for you! Thank you for taking the time to stop here. Please leave me a comment (top of post) and then enjoy the rest of the tour.<br />
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<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-46214023676553878842012-08-03T22:51:00.001-04:002012-08-03T22:51:05.194-04:00August is here!Its a grew time of the year - and not just because the kids will soon be going back to school (although I am counting the days!). Stampin' Up! has some great promotions going on this month that you wont want to miss.<br /><br />MDS 2 is here! The new version of our great digital paper crafting program is here with over 75 new upgrades and features. Now you can add multiple colors to stamped images, manage layers easier and so much more! If you already have MDS, you can upgrade for only $19.95 but there are also several other options for purchasing the new software. <br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/08/03/3608.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/08/03/s_3608.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='129' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />To celebrate the release of MDS 2, SU is offering <b>31 Days of Savings</b> for the month of August. You receive 31% off 31 digital content and printing options. Click <a target="_blank" href="http://heatherwilber.stampinup.net/promotions">here</a> for all the details.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/08/03/3609.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/08/03/s_3609.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='127' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Also this month, we have a <b>Spooktacular Offer</b> for anyone who joins the Stampin' Up! family this month. All new demonstrators who take advantage of the customizable $99 Starter Kit (where you pick $125 worth of stamping supplies!) you also receive this FREE Howl-o-ween Printers Tray project kit (a $60 value). This is an amazing offer and a wonderful time to join my team. You can read all the details <a target="_blank" href="http://heatherwilber.stampinup.net/promotions">here</a> or contact me and I would be happy to answer all your questions.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/08/03/3610.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/08/03/s_3610.jpg' border='0' width='175' height='226' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Finally, the hotly anticipated Holiday Mini Catalog is here! 40 pages of projects, inspiration and must-have products to make all your fall and winter holiday celebrations special. You can view and place your Mini order (or annual catalog order) directly through my website. Just click on the SHOP NOW link. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.<br />Happy Stamping!<br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-27888686739463172162012-06-14T19:40:00.001-04:002012-06-14T19:43:02.937-04:00New Catalog Llama Hop!<br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/06/14/2993.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2993.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='61' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />It's that time again when llamas start hopping and you get to join us. Did you just come from my friend Martha's page? She and I met at last year's Convention and let me tell you, she is awesome! If you didn't get a chance to check out her post, you can use this beautiful button (designed in My Digital Studio by another awesome llama, Stephanie) to visit Martha. Just be sure to come back, please!<br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://www.matilliestamps.blogspot.com'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2994.jpg' border='0' width='100' height='68' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />I'll be honest, the thought of a smaller, more streamlined catalog made me a bit nervous at first. Would there be enough for me to love? Hahaha, oh me of little faith in Stampin' Up! Of course my wish list is miles long. During my first breeze through the catalog (yes, this takes many many viewings to feel like I've really seen it all), my heart stopped on Papillon Potpourri. I just love butterflies and this set has both realistic and whimsical images to fit all tastes. And the matching new punch.... Love it!<br /><br />This first card is a case of a sample from the catalog. In fact, if you are the first person to leave a comment with the page number of where it is in the catalog, I will mail this card to you!<br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/06/14/2995.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2995.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />You will see I changed it up just a bit to make it my own. First I embossed the base with the Lattice Embossing Folder and I used the new Adorning Accents Edgelits die on either side of the butterflies. I featured our new In Colors on the butterflies and since they are so detailed, the new foam stamp pads created gorgeous crisp images. The new Elegant Butterfly punch means no fussy-cutting that Gumball Green butterfly and he pops right out with a dimensional and threaded button. I'd love to see your version of this card. How will you make it your own?<br /><br />This second card features the Daydream Medallions stamp set. It wasn't till I saw the matching Floral Frames Framelits Die that this one popped to the top of my must-have list. <br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/06/14/2996.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2996.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />Again, I featured the new In Colors and added a new In Color Dahlias to the center. I just love how easy Stampin' Up! makes it to put everything together. Talk about coordination.<br /><br />For my final project, I made a small purse box to hold love notes (3x3 cards) in. I love to give these as Hostess Gifts and then let my hostess choose her 3 favorite love notes from my excessive stash to put in it.<br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/06/14/2997.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2997.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br />I chose Tempting Turquoise, Calypso Coral and Wild Wasabi for this project and featured the new Serene Silhouettes stamp set. The center image is actually set back from the front of the box with Dimensionals and adds a unique prospective. Sorry, the picture doesn't do it justice. I need to work on my photography skills. <br /><br />Well that's it for me and you've reached the end of our hop. If you didn't get a chance to see all the other great designers and their projects, you can go to our homepage where we are all listed, or hop back to the start with Buffy (click next) and hop around again. Thanks for joining us, leave me a comment and come back again soon!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://www.stampinllamas.blogspot.com'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2998.jpg' border='0' width='100' height='66' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href='http://www.buffycooper.wordpress.com'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/06/14/s_2999.jpg' border='0' width='100' height='65' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br /><br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-90241706315209856762012-05-15T14:47:00.001-04:002012-05-15T14:47:45.691-04:00Going, going, gone!It's the most wonderful time of the Stampin' Up! year. There are only two weeks left before the 2011-2012 catalog retires to make way for the new 2012-2013 catalog release. <br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/05/15/2140.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/05/15/s_2140.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='225' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Make sure you view the list of <a target="_blank" href="http://204.228.150.61/docs/lastchance/en-US/RetiredStamps_0412_en-US.pdf">Retiring Stamp Sets</a> and <a target="_blank" href="http://204.228.150.61/docs/lastchance/en-US/Availability_en-US.pdf">Retiring Accessories</a> here and order them before they are gone for good.<br />I have received my shipment of those brand new catalogs and they are ready and waiting for my Open House on June 1. Stop by between 6-10pm to get one in your hot little hands and be the first to see all the amazing new products. Check out my calendar of events to register and a full listing of all upcoming classes. <br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/05/15/2141.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/05/15/s_2141.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='101' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />And the new standard Starter Kit is here too! Now you can customize your creativity. The price is lower, now only $99 and each kit contains a business supplies pack (valued at $65)-things that you need to start your business. After that, the choice is yours to put together a kit with any of our high-quality products. You can choose $125 worth of any traditional or digital supplies to create a kit valued at over $190 that still ships for free!<br />I am now booking new catalog workshops so if you would like to reserve a date, let me know ASAP. If you have questions about classes, products or the new Starter Kit, feel free to leave a comment or email me.<br /><br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-81064085444823450382012-05-09T09:47:00.001-04:002012-05-09T09:47:17.778-04:00New friendsThis week I had the opportunity to join some new friends to celebrate the birthday of a sweet friend, Krista. Between us moms and the kiddos I think we were a party of 15 enjoying good TexMex food at Chuys. I have to admit I'm still learning the difference between all the dishes and I am regretting not taking Spanish in high school but it was fun nonetheless. <br /><br />I wanted to give her something special and since we brought several bottles of NYS Finger Lakes wine with us, I decided to give one to her. Of course I needed to work on the 'presentation' so I made a matching card and wine tag.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/05/09/870.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/05/09/s_870.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />Cute huh? I'm still in love with the 2011-2013 In Colors and glad they will still be around for another year. For this one I used Wisteria Wonder, Island Indigo, and Calypso Coral. I added the Lucky Limeade to the flower on the tag as well. So simple but so cute.<br />Enjoy!<br /><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-771463466932269169.post-81565123229547064752012-02-10T17:40:00.001-05:002012-02-10T17:40:23.380-05:00Settling InWe have finally arrived and are getting settled in here in Austin, Texas. The move went quite smoothly, everything arrived on time and in one piece and the kids are adjusting well and making new friends at school. <br /><br />I have been busy unpacking and working to make our new house a home. Last weekend I finally got to work on my new stamping studio! I finally have a whole room devoted just to my business and I love how it came out. It is the only room I've painted so far. It was painted a very dark gray-green since it was the former owner's media room. Obviously I needed to lighten it up. I knew I wanted a classy but fun feel to the room so I decided my color scheme would be gray, black and hot pink. Hey, its my girly room so I needed to have some pink somewhere in my house! I painted the walls a light gray and all my bookshelves and my desk are black which compliment nicely. Then I added pops of pink all over with baskets, accents and flowers. This is the view of one half of the room.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/02/10/2464.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/02/10/s_2464.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />I plan to get or make some cute pink valences for the windows and this little black table will soon be replaced with a big one that seats 8 as soon as my new kitchen table arrives! Sorry it's so dark but if I opened the blinds the bright sunshine made glares.<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/02/10/2465.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/02/10/s_2465.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />For Christmas my parents bought me this storage unit for all my ink pads and reinkers. Right now it's on my Big Shot table but as soon as I get some heavy duty anchors it will be up on the wall. Don't you just love it? <br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/02/10/2466.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/02/10/s_2466.jpg' border='0' width='281' height='210' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />So now I am ready and open for business! I've scheduled a few classes and hope to start booking workshops as well. If you are in the Austin area, please check my calendar to see what classes are coming up or contact me to book your own workshop. I've got lots of ideas to inspire you!<br /><br /><center><a href='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/show_photo.php?p=12/02/10/2467.jpg'><img src='http://photo.blogpressapp.com/photos/12/02/10/s_2467.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br /><a target="_blank" href=""><font face="Zapfino">Heather</font></a><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11695356628764335069noreply@blogger.com2