Power Scrapbooking - Stampin' Up! Style

A couple of weeks ago I did a Power Scrapbooking Class.  With only 6 hrs, 1/2 pack of Designer Series Paper, an assortment of white and solid colored cardstock, one 6x6 Linen Album and an assortment of matching embellishment, everyone completed a 20 page album.

Each person was required to bring 40 photos from one event or theme, a paper trimmer, adhesive and scissors.

I guided them through a "Power Scrapbooking" process of organizing, sorting, cropping, page assembly & embellishing, as well as decorating their album (which was inspired by an article in Simple Scrapbooking).  This class was great for both the experience and new-to-scrapbooking alike.  Here's Jane, Jill, Kris & Tricia with their finished books.

 

Kris with her book!

 

How Kris attached the Metal Edge Tag to her book?  She punch a hole in the album with the Crop-a-Dile!  Brave Kris!

Even I was able to complete some scrapbooking.  I got half-way done with my HAWAII scrapbook and finished it up the next day.  I can't remember when I actually finished a scrapbook.  Here's the cover of my book.

To view the entire book click:  POWER SCRAPBOOKING HAWAII

Here are some thoughts from some of the gals who attended:

"LOVED LOVED LOVED power scrapbooking!  I was so motivated the next day that I organized other projects to do.  When I get time, I'm going to use the same concept with a larger format because there's no way to do a Disney trip in a 6x6!  I don't think I'll scrapbook any other way from now on.  BRAVO - the "class" was a huge success!" - Kris

I had a good time and it was fun to bring it into work on Monday and show off what I accomplished in 6 hours.  I did pick up some tips which will be helpful when I do scrapbooking in the future.  When I do my next scrapbook, I will "try" to decide on which papers to use and gather my embellishments before I start.  That should help the process to go quicker!  I am certainly glad I did it! - Jane

I really liked power scrapbooking!  I can't believe we actually finished a full scrapbook!  It's nice because now I know how to organize a scrapbook....just time it and do it! - Tricia

Everyone's scrapbook turned out great!  Thanks Ladies for a fun night of scrapbooking!

Enjoy~Dawn O
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Adorable Choo Choo Waterfall Card

A while ago I received this darling waterfall card from my Controlfreaks Occasions Mini Catalog Swap.  I can't seem to find the original card, but I think it was from Erin.  (Correct me if I'm wrong).

The Choo Choo set is a perfect match for this fun folding card.

 

Pull on the left edge and look what happens!

 

 

Supplies used:  Choo Choo stamp set (#113982 for $16.95) and Right on Track wheel (#113838 for $6.50), Tempting Turquoise, Garden Green, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie & Whisper White Cardstock, same color inks, plus Basic Black and Going Gray, Striped Ribbon - Real Red.

Enjoy~Dawn

Join me for my next Technique Tuesday class on June 2nd - open house style 4:30-9:00pm OR Wednesday, June 3rd - open house style 6:30-9:00pm.  RSVP to Dawn

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Introducing Samuel Eugene (aka: Ham)

 

Just wanted to quickly introduce you to our new Grandson Sam!  He was born today at 9:30am.  Weighing in at 6lbs 10oz.  Baby and Mom are both doing well.  His older brother Max (2 yrs old) is staying with Umma & Umpa this week (that's what Max calls us).  He calls his new brother "Ham".  He's still working on the "S" sound.

Beautiful Watercolor Splash with Fifth Avenue Floral

Last month Denise Jorgenson came to Minneapolis and did a presentation at our BI-Annual Leader Stamp and Share meeting (open to any demonstrator Senior Supervisor and above).  She shared so many wonderful projects with us. One was this really cool and easy "Watercolor Splash" Technique. 

I knew right away I would feature it at my next Stamping Club class. 

Dawn's Stamping Tips 

1. White Emboss an image on White Shimmer cardstock. 
2. Spray liberally with water (let it pool). 
3. Then add re-inker with an Aqua Painter.  It mixes with the water and spreads. 
4. Let dry and finish your card. 
5. On this card we used Regal Rose and Rose Red re-inkers. 

 

It's a really fun technique to do.  Give it a try!!

Other Supplies used:  Big Shot, Little Leaves Sizzlet Die & Top Note Die, Whisper White & Cameo Coral Cardstock (retired), Raspberry Tart Designer Paper (retired).  Basic Black ink, greeting from Great Friend, Flower from Fifth Avenue Floral - retired, Versamark, White Embossing Powder, Shimmer Cardstock, Heat Tool.

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Top Note Purse Box Dimensions

I've have several requests for the dimensions on the Top Note Purse Box that I posted the other day.

Here you go:

BOX for Top Note Purse (6-1/2" x 5-1/2")

• Portrait view = Score 1" along both 6-1/2" sides
• Landscape view = score 2-3/4" from both sides

Purchase the Scallop Circle Die (#113468) and Top Note Die (#113463) in my Stampin' Up! Online Store

Enjoy!

Big Shot - Scallop Circle Dress Card

Here's one of my May Technique Tuesday cards.  This is so easy and so cute! 

 

Cut a Scallop Circle (#113468 for $19.95) from Red Riding Hood Pattern DSP (on sale, buy 3, get the 4th free), with the Big Shot Die Cutting Machine.  Then cut away the sides to create the dress form.

Add a cute little belt for some bling (uses Gray Taffeta Ribbon, Clear Rhinestone brad from Pretties Kit and flower buckle from the Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware). 

The greeting is from the Great Friend stamp set from the Occasions Catalog which ends June 30th.

Isn't it darling!!

Join me for my next Technique Tuesday class on June 2nd - open house style 4:30-9:00pm OR Wednesday, June 3rd - open house style 6:30-9:00pm.

MAY SPECIALS

Buy 3 Designer Series Paper (or Textured Cardstock), get the 4th FREE
Jumble Alphabet Stamp Set Sneak Peak 

Join Stampin' Up! for only $75!

DOshopping ONLINE - Click HERE

Stampin' Up! Matchbox Die: Chest of Drawers

Stampin' Up!'s matchbox die is to "die" for!  So incredibly easy to use.  Here's a project that we made last month at my Big Shot Class.  Isn't it adorable?

 

Just stack 3 matchboxes...wrap with Designer Series Paper...add some ribbon/brads and Voila!  So QUICK...so CUTE!

Supplies used:  Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, Matchbox Die, Oval All stamp set, Parisian Breeze Designer Series Textured Paper, Kraft, Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze & Whisper White Cardstock, Chocolate Chip Corduroy Buttons, Linen Thread, Chocolate Chip 1" Double Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon, Large Oval and Scallop Oval punches.

Here's a picture of all 3 projects (Pennant Pouch, Top Note Purse):

 

Join me in July for my next BIG SHOT four class rotation.

Classes are $15.00 each.  Sign up for all four for $40 total
Purchase the Big Shot from me and get all four classes for $15.00
OR join my DOstamperSTARS team for only $75 (for May 2009) and receive all four classes for $15 (local or long distance)

I've only got a few spots left for this next rotation.  So don't hesitate to sign up!

Enjoy~Dawn

MAY SPECIALS

Buy 3 Designer Series Paper (or Textured Cardstock), get the 4th FREE
Jumble Alphabet Stamp Set Sneak Peak 

Join Stampin' Up! for only $75!

DOshopping ONLINE - Click HERE

Stampin' Up! busier than ever!

Woohoo - My Stampin' Up! business is keeping me busy!  With the economy as it is, people are tending to do more things at home.  Plus, having fun with friends in an economical way is more important than ever.  Which makes what I do as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator very popular!

This couldn't be a better time to join Stampin' Up!  With the lowest-ever priced Starter Kit - only $75, you CAN'T go wrong.

Friends & Family Demonstrator:  Get connected to your passion for only $75.00.  Purchase your own supplies for a discount and have fun with your family and friends.  With only $300 QUARTERLY sales minimums, it's so easy to do.  If you start now...you're first $300 minimum is not due until September first.

Give it a Try Demonstrator:  Purchase the $75.00 Stampin' Up! Starter Kit with no long-term committment or plan.  Give it a try and if you decide it's not for you...you can say "good-bye".  That's it!

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Can't wait to for you to join Stampin' UP! and my DOstamperSTARS Team!

NOTE:  Thank you to all who have checked in on me!  I know...I haven't been posting much lately.  Not because I don't want to...I WANT to.  I have so much to share from the past month.  Techniques, BIG SHOT samples, Power Scrapbooking results (they are awesome!!) and much more.  It's been a busy month with classes, In-Home parties, camps, new demonstrators and more!

PLUS - we have been preparing for grandchild #2.  She (I'm hoping for a girl, but will be thrilled either way) will be born Tuesday, May 26th.  Woohoo!

Dawn Olchefske - Proud to be a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator (and GRANDMA!)