Simple and almost home-made

I am having one heck've a week. How about you? It's Spring Break and the boys are all out of their various forms of school and home. With me.

All day.

We've done some homework and some playing and some science and some arts and crafts and the two oldest have each started a blog. And today is Tuesday. Just....Tuesday.

I have not had any time to myself, as all this together-ness is casuing much upheaval and energy usage. :)

So, I pulled out the class I was saving for April and quickly took some not so wonderful photos, but wanted to get something out here so it's available.

This class is called "simple and almost home-made" because I bought these little cards all pre-made but I decorated them myself with ribbon small stamps and gems and flowers.

The little tote bag/box is a un-decorated wedding favor. I covered it in a (really horrid) pink paper and ribbon and added a gem brad for some bling. You can add the cards to the bag or keep them apart. The paper I have for the tote will be brown and pink and will match the ribbon but it will not be that paper in the picture. (Thank goodness!)

Only 12 sets available for this one.

Class & Teacher Treats

I made my card class a little treat for St Patrick's day, and made a few extra for the boy's teachers and staff. I stuffed each pouch with a bit of tissue and 3 rolos for the "pots of gold".

I stamped my image (with Stayz-on ink) onto pretty gold paper and punched the image out with a label punch. Fastened it with a golden brad. Easy-peasy!

Band of Brothers - Masculine Cards

Hello!

I worked on cards that I think most card makers have problems designing. I assume this is because the paper craft industry is so female-centered and dominated, the papers and design elements are definitely more feminine.

I searched my paper stash and found a few extra bits to match up with some new papers I just purchased. This first card was dangerously close to becoming too "Americana" since it is both red-white-and blue but also has stars and bars. the first lay-out was too much like a flag. I had to scrap that idea fast!

And the arrows point you in this direction:

The last card isn't quite finished...I want to add some hardware but that requires a trip to the "Home 'Po" so I've posted the card so you can see the basic idea. I'll replace it with a finished picture in a few days.

Hope you are having a super week!

Spring cards bring....?

On the verge of snow, I made two cards with spring in mind. I love this card:


I'll be making extra for my own stash. It's 9" x 4" and only as bulky as the pearl gems on the side.
This 4.25" x 5.5" card reminds me of the Osmonds:

It's a little bit country and a little bit rock-n-roll. Ha!

The two above cards and this one from last week:

are all part of the all-occasion class on March 1st. $10, all materials and fun provided. Hope to see you there!

A little out of the box

I made a card over the weekend, and I don't know how I feel about it. I know it is an attractive card...it isn't my style so I feel a bit more critical towards it:



but at the same time, I also am a little proud of myself for letting go of the control issues I have and trying to create out of my comfort zone. I know it's not too far out of my range....but it's a start!

Valentine Fun for Boys

We had a fun time making these great valentines.

I took photos of the boys and found both the photo paper and lollipops at the Dollar tree...so for about $5 (and the cost of ink) we had over 50 valentines. I had the boys punch the holes and put the lollipops in. Then they printed their class-mate's names on labels and stuck them on the back.

Last year our valentines were a class favorite (see the link), so we knew we had to find a way to top the candy airplanes.I found the lollipop idea (here) last year and saved it so we could make them.

I think they'll be a hit today. I know we had so much fun making them together.

I'm linking to:

Birthday Card Class

I have the final card for Tuesday's Birthday themed card class:

This card has some bling and a very "spring-y" flower. Nice and flat for mailing. :o)

Cards 1 and 2:

"Glue-stick therapy" is February 15 from noon - 1pm. All materials are prepared and ready for assembly with clear, color instructions and usually a little chocolate treat for you to enjoy while you sit and chat with all of us in class.

Hope to see you Tuesday!

Added Note (February 15, 2011): We are a sold out class! Thank you Nichole for grabbing the last kit and THANKS to everyone for taking the class!