I arrived home from work and look what I found:
I've got some cards to post, but first I need to finish getting ready for my Monday Night Card Club. I'll get them on later this week.
Think spring!
Wendy
Monday, March 28, 2011
Looking for spring...
Hello friend!
I arrived home from work and look what I found:
Last week the crocus were in bloom, and today I've got a daffodil! Spring must be on the way. If the sunshine keeps up I'll have more tomorrow. Isn't it funny how such a little thing can make you happy?
I've got some cards to post, but first I need to finish getting ready for my Monday Night Card Club. I'll get them on later this week.
Think spring!
Wendy
I arrived home from work and look what I found:
I've got some cards to post, but first I need to finish getting ready for my Monday Night Card Club. I'll get them on later this week.
Think spring!
Wendy
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Happy National Quilt Day!
Hello friend!
This is the perfect day to give lots of details on a new Big Shot class I am starting in April.... Quilt Block of the Month! If you've been to our house in the last year, you've probably seen at least one of the quilted wall hangings I've made for my dining room. Many of you have commented, and some have said "I would like to try that!" Now is your chance!
Here are the details:
Most of the quilts we make using the Big Shot are "applique". Basically, we cut our shapes, and sew (applique) them on another fabric to create the quilt top. There are several ways to go about this, and one of the first decisions you need to make is what type of quilt you want to make.
Smooth. The average quilt has this smooth look. There is a quilt top, which is made of the blocks we will sew, and a fabric backing. In between is quilt batting, so once the layers are quilted together it has that soft, puffy look and feel. When making this quilt, you create all of the blocks and then sew them together before layering with the backing and batting. The quilting is done after it is layered
Rag/Ragged. While a rag quilt has the same layers, warmth, etc., it has a very different look and feel. The individual blocks are created by layering the top, batting and backing and then sewing them together. Essentially, the quilting is done as you go. Once all blocks are created they are sewn together and the quilt is done. You will see and feel the raw edges of the fabric all over the quilt top, hence the name.
Both choices are beautiful. Here are some photos:
This is a rag quilt I made for fall. This layout is similar to what you will make in class. This quilt has three full-sized blocks and two half-sized blocks. (You will make six blocks.)
A close shot to show you the ragged look. As you can see, I also snipped the raw edges to make them look more raggedy. This was entirely stitched with a sewing machine.
This one is has the smooth look. It is essentially one big piece and of course you will be making 6 blocks, but it gives you the idea.
A close shot of one of the flowers. As you can see, I did not use a sewing machine on this quilt. The applique (and quilting) was all done by hand. I didn't want to hide my stitches, either! I wanted slightly uneven stitches for an entirely different look, which I love!
This is the perfect day to give lots of details on a new Big Shot class I am starting in April.... Quilt Block of the Month! If you've been to our house in the last year, you've probably seen at least one of the quilted wall hangings I've made for my dining room. Many of you have commented, and some have said "I would like to try that!" Now is your chance!
Here are the details:
Quilt Block of the Month Class
Second Saturday of each month, from April to September, 2011
9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $7 per class, or pay for all 6 classes by 4-9-11 for only $35
216 Highland Blvd., Ashland, Ohio
Each month you will use the Big Shot to make a different quilt block, and at the end of the 6-month session you will have 6 blocks to make into a quilted wall-hanging, or a table runner, or a lap quilt, or similarly-sized item. (If you decide to make more than one block a month, you can make something larger.)
Also, there is no need to already own your own Big Shot because you'll be cutting your fabric in class... though I can pretty much guarantee you that you'll love using it and will put the Big Shot on your wish list!
Some sewing experience would be a good thing, but quilting experience is not required… I’ll be glad to teach you! When you register, I’ll give you the information on the amount of fabrics, sewing notions, etc. that you will need. And if anyone wants someone to shop for fabric with you, I’m always up to a trip to a quilt shop!
As a bonus each month, I'll have another project for you that uses the same die(s) as your quilt block!
Most of the quilts we make using the Big Shot are "applique". Basically, we cut our shapes, and sew (applique) them on another fabric to create the quilt top. There are several ways to go about this, and one of the first decisions you need to make is what type of quilt you want to make.
Smooth. The average quilt has this smooth look. There is a quilt top, which is made of the blocks we will sew, and a fabric backing. In between is quilt batting, so once the layers are quilted together it has that soft, puffy look and feel. When making this quilt, you create all of the blocks and then sew them together before layering with the backing and batting. The quilting is done after it is layered
Rag/Ragged. While a rag quilt has the same layers, warmth, etc., it has a very different look and feel. The individual blocks are created by layering the top, batting and backing and then sewing them together. Essentially, the quilting is done as you go. Once all blocks are created they are sewn together and the quilt is done. You will see and feel the raw edges of the fabric all over the quilt top, hence the name.
Both choices are beautiful. Here are some photos:
This is a rag quilt I made for fall. This layout is similar to what you will make in class. This quilt has three full-sized blocks and two half-sized blocks. (You will make six blocks.)
A close shot to show you the ragged look. As you can see, I also snipped the raw edges to make them look more raggedy. This was entirely stitched with a sewing machine.
This one is has the smooth look. It is essentially one big piece and of course you will be making 6 blocks, but it gives you the idea.
A close shot of one of the flowers. As you can see, I did not use a sewing machine on this quilt. The applique (and quilting) was all done by hand. I didn't want to hide my stitches, either! I wanted slightly uneven stitches for an entirely different look, which I love!Whew. Have I given you enough information? If you'd like to look at my quilts, please let me know when you'd like to stop by. (I'll have these and more out on April 9, also.) I'm putting together the list of sewing supplies you'll need, but honestly they are very basic. If you have a fabric stash--or someone in your life who has a fabric stash--you won't need to purchase much (or anything!).
Contact me if you have any questions, and I hope you will join me on April 9!
Wendy
419-281-3028
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Card Swap!
Hello friend!
Well, Hannah turned 21 yesterday, so I went a little over the top on her birthday card...
and on the inside, too....
Stamps: Bliss (Sale-A-Bration catalog)
Inks: Chocolate Chip, Early Espresso
Card stock: Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, and retired Designer Series Paper (can't remember the name, it was the glittery one from last year--maybe in the Occasions Catalog?)
Accessories: Big Shot with the Top Note die and Elegant Lines Embossing folder; Stampin' Sponges; Build a Cupcake Punch (Occasions Mini); Dazzling Diamonds glitter
Here (finally) are the swaps I received in the card swap we had at the Overnight Scrap & Stamp:
(my swap)
(Beverly's swap)
(Jessica's swap)
(Sheri's swap)
(Janet's swap)
(Help! Melissa, is this your swap?)
Well, Hannah turned 21 yesterday, so I went a little over the top on her birthday card...
Stamps: Bliss (Sale-A-Bration catalog)
Inks: Chocolate Chip, Early Espresso
Card stock: Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, and retired Designer Series Paper (can't remember the name, it was the glittery one from last year--maybe in the Occasions Catalog?)
Accessories: Big Shot with the Top Note die and Elegant Lines Embossing folder; Stampin' Sponges; Build a Cupcake Punch (Occasions Mini); Dazzling Diamonds glitter
Here (finally) are the swaps I received in the card swap we had at the Overnight Scrap & Stamp:
(my swap)
(Beverly's swap)
(Jessica's swap)
(Sheri's swap)
(Janet's swap)
(Help! Melissa, is this your swap?)This was the first time we've had a card swap, and I didn't decide to have it until 2 weeks before the Overnight, so I was very pleased with the number participating. Next year, I'll plan ahead, and maybe we'll have twice as many card swappers!
If you'd like to see the swaps from the "anything goes" swap on Friday, check my Facebook page.
Wendy
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Gotta show you my swap!
Hello friend!
This card is the one I made for my sister-in-law, Lori, last week. I liked it so much I decided to change the color scheme a little and make more for the swap this afternoon.
This card is based on one I saw made by another demonstrator, named Melissa Huie. Here is her original card.
Wendy
This card is the one I made for my sister-in-law, Lori, last week. I liked it so much I decided to change the color scheme a little and make more for the swap this afternoon.
This card is based on one I saw made by another demonstrator, named Melissa Huie. Here is her original card.
Wendy
Friday, February 25, 2011
Almost ready to go!
Hello friend!
I'm leaving for the hotel at 3:00 p.m. This is what my kitchen looks like! I'm hoping it will all fit in the van....
I've got the supplies, and food, and surprises and everything (I hope) that I need to put together a 30 hour camp! And if you are not one of the ones who are attending, think about it for next year. We have too much fun!
Wendy
I'm leaving for the hotel at 3:00 p.m. This is what my kitchen looks like! I'm hoping it will all fit in the van....
I've got the supplies, and food, and surprises and everything (I hope) that I need to put together a 30 hour camp! And if you are not one of the ones who are attending, think about it for next year. We have too much fun!
Wendy
Monday, February 21, 2011
Explore Your Creativity with Stampin' Up!
Hello friend!
While I'm having a great day being creative in the Stamp Cave, I'm not going to show you any of it! Before you think I'm being selfish, I'll tell you I've been working on details, samples, and projects for my Overnight Stamp Camp this Friday and Saturday. (If I'm on the ball this week, I'll prepare photos and info with a delay to post here while we are at the hotel.
Meanwhile, watch this lovely video of Shelli Gardner, and drool over all the amazing projects they will show you. If you need help figuring a project out from the video, let me know.
Wendy
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Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day!
Hello friend, and Happy Valentine's Day!
Here are the Valentine's I made for Natalie:
Several of us here are "addicted" to the game Angry Birds. I made another Angry Birds card for Tim, and I'll post it on Facebook.
Wendy
Here are the Valentine's I made for Natalie:
Stamps: Be My Valentine (Occasions Mini)
Ink: Cherry Cobbler marker
Card stocks: Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, and Basic Black.
Other: Hemp Twine, Big Shot, Top Note die, Texturz Plate Backgrounds 1,
1" Circle punch, Heart to Heart XL punch
Wendy
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Big Shot Quilting
Last week I had a Big Shot Quilt Class. Three lovely ladies came over to learn a little more about how to cut fabric to make a Big Shot Quilt. Now I'd like to make this into a class. Details will be coming, so get ready for some sewing!
(and I really wish I had taken a couple photos that night!)
Wendy
(and I really wish I had taken a couple photos that night!)
Wendy
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Ralphie Rooster
Hello friend!
You know how much fun I have with the Big Shot, and here is something I did last week using the Pennant Die that was definitely fun:
He's a pincushion, and he's also weighted so I can put him on the edge of the table to weigh down the handle of a plastic bag for scraps. Now when I sew he is right there beside me as my right-hand man!
Wendy
You know how much fun I have with the Big Shot, and here is something I did last week using the Pennant Die that was definitely fun:
Wendy
Monday, January 31, 2011
Red at night...
Hello friend!
You know the saying, "Red at night, sailor's delight. Red in the morning, sailor take warning". Well, I'm wondering what lavendar in the morning means....
I took this after it had already started to fade. The really odd thing was that it wasn"t just in the east, but all around town (the photo was taken looking to the northwest). I just hope lavendar doesn't mean "blizzard".
Many of you know that we are Pittsburgh Steelers fans. Of course we are totally pumped up for the Super Bowl on Sunday! To celebrate, I plan to wear the "correct" colors to work all week long. Today I wore black pants and a black turtleneck, but needed more color... so in about 10 minutes I made myself a Big Shot flower pin:
The buttons were "stolen" from my daughter's button collection (she's a good Pittsburgh fan, she didn't mind), and everything is hot glued together. We found the fabric at JoAnn's yesterday... you'll probably see at least one more project made with it this week!
Have a great day!
Wendy
You know the saying, "Red at night, sailor's delight. Red in the morning, sailor take warning". Well, I'm wondering what lavendar in the morning means....
Many of you know that we are Pittsburgh Steelers fans. Of course we are totally pumped up for the Super Bowl on Sunday! To celebrate, I plan to wear the "correct" colors to work all week long. Today I wore black pants and a black turtleneck, but needed more color... so in about 10 minutes I made myself a Big Shot flower pin:
The buttons were "stolen" from my daughter's button collection (she's a good Pittsburgh fan, she didn't mind), and everything is hot glued together. We found the fabric at JoAnn's yesterday... you'll probably see at least one more project made with it this week!
Have a great day!
Wendy
Monday, January 17, 2011
T-shirt tote bags
Hello friend!
It has been a wonderful weekend (including a wonderful football game on Saturday--Go Steelers!) and I wanted to show you a couple things we did.
It has been a wonderful weekend (including a wonderful football game on Saturday--Go Steelers!) and I wanted to show you a couple things we did.
Natalie made these tote bags... from t-shirts! It is a very quick, and easy project. I showed her how to do the first one, and then she was ready to roll and made the second one all by herself.
Here you can see the opening a little better. I found the instructions on Saturday when blog hopping (an addiction of mine). This is a great video tutorial on making the tote bag.
Oops! I have more to show you, but just looked at the clock and I've got to run... I'll get more to you later!
Wendy
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
How do you cheer yourself up?
Hello friend!
Well, today I should have left for Nashville, Tennessee to go to Stampin' Up's Leadership Conference. I wasn't able to get registered however, because it sold out very quickly.... so my flight left without me. :( All considered, with the weather, I may not have been able to go even if I had a registration... but I'm still a little sad. I have some simple plans to cheer myself up over the next couple of days, so you'll be seeing some of the results (stamping, sewing, shopping)
Here are some cards I made this afternoon. The first one uses a new set from the Occasions Mini Catalog called "Sew Suite". As soon as I saw this set, I knew I had to have it, and then I saw a card made by Michelle Zindorf and had to copy it! (click her for her amazing blog)
I'm posting a second "Sew Suite" card on my Facebook page, also.
Now, if you are a Browns fan, you might find the rest of my post a little disturbing....
Did you know that four out of our five family members are Pittsburgh Steeler fans? (Nick was corrupted as a small child into being a Browns fan by my brother) Well, this Saturday at 4:30 p.m. we have a playoff game against the Ravens, and I wanted to send Hannah a Pittsburgh card... then ended up making three more cards for friends who have the good taste to cheer for my Steelers! I'll post a couple here, and also on my Facebook page.
Actually, I'm just realizing that if you are a Browns fan, you have a dilemna this weekend. Do you cheer for your arch rival (my fabulous Steelers) or for the team Art Modell created after ripping football from the heart of Cleveland (the dreaded Ravens)? Hmmmmm.
The back of the cards....
I hope you enjoy these!
Wendy
Well, today I should have left for Nashville, Tennessee to go to Stampin' Up's Leadership Conference. I wasn't able to get registered however, because it sold out very quickly.... so my flight left without me. :( All considered, with the weather, I may not have been able to go even if I had a registration... but I'm still a little sad. I have some simple plans to cheer myself up over the next couple of days, so you'll be seeing some of the results (stamping, sewing, shopping)
Here are some cards I made this afternoon. The first one uses a new set from the Occasions Mini Catalog called "Sew Suite". As soon as I saw this set, I knew I had to have it, and then I saw a card made by Michelle Zindorf and had to copy it! (click her for her amazing blog)
I'm posting a second "Sew Suite" card on my Facebook page, also.
Now, if you are a Browns fan, you might find the rest of my post a little disturbing....
Did you know that four out of our five family members are Pittsburgh Steeler fans? (Nick was corrupted as a small child into being a Browns fan by my brother) Well, this Saturday at 4:30 p.m. we have a playoff game against the Ravens, and I wanted to send Hannah a Pittsburgh card... then ended up making three more cards for friends who have the good taste to cheer for my Steelers! I'll post a couple here, and also on my Facebook page.
Actually, I'm just realizing that if you are a Browns fan, you have a dilemna this weekend. Do you cheer for your arch rival (my fabulous Steelers) or for the team Art Modell created after ripping football from the heart of Cleveland (the dreaded Ravens)? Hmmmmm.
Hannah's card!
Dave's card!
I hope you enjoy these!
Wendy
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Sympathy card
Needed a sympathy card the other day, and had just received a new pack of paper, Elegant Soiree (page 175 of the catalog), and I loved the way it came out.
Wendy
Wendy
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Filled With Love
Click on the link to the left for the Filled with Love promotion!
Free is always good!
Wendy
Free is always good!
Wendy
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Big Shot Quilting, anyone?
Informational Quilt Class
Thursday, January 27, 2011, 7:00 p.m.
at Wendy's house!
Cost: free!
I’ve been having fun making quilts for my dining room this year, and I’d really like to share what I’ve learned with you.
On the 27th, I’ll have a display of my quilts and other fabric projects, and you will get to make a small fabric project of your own.
One of the things I’d LOVE to do is host a hands-on quilt class, but I’ve had a hard time deciding the details. I’m hoping you’ll be interested, too, and we can talk about what works for your schedule (bi-weekly? monthly? a day-long event?)
I hope you can join me on the 27th. You don’t need to bring supplies, but you do need to RSVP by the 25th.
Wendy
Thursday, December 2, 2010
You are invited....
Good morning!
This Saturday (the 4th), Trinity Lutheran has a Christmas Brunch for the ladies of our church. We’ll have an awesome catered meal, musical entertainment, and two craft projects. I purchased a table of 10, and have only one ticket left. The cost is $10. If you are interested, please call my cell phone, 419-606-0943. I’ll sell it to the first taker.
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Monday, November 29, 2010
Oops, I did it again....
Hello friend.
Yesterday I thought I was doing so well. Even though I'm just now mailing my November Hostess Club cards (sorry ladies) I was happy to have stamped a simple December Hostess Club card:
Can you guess what I did wrong? (Well, normally this wouldn't be "wrong", but it isn't good for a Hostess Club Card.) The striped "Bridesmaid" card stock is discontinued! How did I miss the fact that it is not in our current catalog? Errgghh! Well, substitute another card stock, and it will still be a pretty card.... Add to that the fact that there is a quality control issue with the Ornament punch, and I suppose this was NOT a good card to send now.
Back to the drawing board to figure out what this month's card really will be!
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Yesterday I thought I was doing so well. Even though I'm just now mailing my November Hostess Club cards (sorry ladies) I was happy to have stamped a simple December Hostess Club card:
Back to the drawing board to figure out what this month's card really will be!
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Friday, November 26, 2010
Hey, remember me?
Hello friend!
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Well, either you are back from Black Friday shopping, or (like me) you never left your house… but here is a wonderful opportunity for you to get great deals on Stampin’ Up’s products, at up to 50% off! Go to my web page: www.wendy.stampinup.net and click on the “ONLINE SPECTACULAR” link. You’ll find great discounts on products and our Demonstrator Starter Kit.
There are all kinds of great deals, including 50% off on our fabrics! I’m heading there now… but first I must show you this card. A while back I posted a card I copied from my upline, Christine Vidourek. At the time I could not find her original. This morning I cleared about 500 old e-mails out of my in-box, and look what I found!
Since I was relying on memory when I made my card they are rather different, but each great in their own way. Maybe it is better to copy without the original, so that you can make it your own!
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