Missing the Sea!

I'm back from my trip to Jacksonville! I am feeling a little sad to leave friends behind, not to mention that beautiful OCEAN air! Nothing like watching your hair go flat, sweat drip off of you... It really is a beautiful thing!!!

I wanted to share a fun layout of the kids. It's simple, but fun. I love the beads added at the top with a little crystal effects. Are you one of those people that has beads and never uses them? I will admit to that. I do love how these look on scrapbook pages. Try them out! Beads are BLING!

June? Already?

I can't believe it is June already! Don't get me wrong, I am VERY excited to see June because now I know that warm weather is truly here for a little while. I am sick of wearing sweat shirts in the spring. I am ready for my toes to breath with my flip flops on! Whoo Hoo!!!

Today I wanted to share a little box and a few cards that goes inside it. The mini catalog truly has some of the best stamps and products in it. I love the Summer Picnic Designer paper and how so many fun things can coordinate with it. These cards I really pulled out the embellishments and played. From Rub ons, Die Cut Blooms, Flower Fusion and Rhinestone Brads... it all goes together so beautifully. These cards are fast and simple, yet FUN!

Remember, you can purchase from the Mini catalog until June 30th! Don't miss these GREAT products! If you don't have a mini catalog (what a sin...) Click HERE to view it online!

Have a FABULOUS week!

Scrapbook Time

I thought it was time for a scrapbook layout. If you were in my Scraps in the Mail, you will remember this layout. This layout uses the gorgeous chunky glitter, Sticky Cut letters and the Lucky Star tin! If you haven't tried the Sticky Cut letters yet, you should. Very easy to use and great for scrapbook pages. The stamped images use the Always stamp set! This stamp set is really versitle and great for card makers or scrappers. The bird is my favorite element in this stamp!

Don't forget....Today is the last day to purchase the chipboard at the Special Discounted price! Spend $35 and receive the On Board Chipboard for 25% off! If you love chipboard... stock up!

Lastly, if you were thinking about becoming a demonstrator... Today is your LAST chance at getting the steal of a DEAL! Only $159 plus the Hodgepodge Hardware of your choice. You cannot beat that! Get over $350 valued products and receive a 20% discount! If you have questions... just email me!

Life IS Good!

Life is always good when you're a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! I made these a few months back using the She's All That stamp set. I just love this chic because she is holding a coffee cup! This is me! I don't have a poodle however my doggie is just as small. These are just little post it note holders. I believe the original design came from the famous Paula Goff! She is ever so talented! If you check out the Scor-pal site I think you might find directions there.

Have a wonderful day!!

A few more Stitched Exotics!

Hello once again! I'm back with a few more samples using the Stitched Exotics stamp set.


This card uses the beautiful Ginger Blossom Designer Series paper along wth the beautiful stamp set Bursting with Joy! I stamped Ruby Red ink onto Kraft cardstock and I love how this came out. Once again I placed a Jumbo Eyelet in the center of the flower and then placed a clear Rhinestone brad in the middle of the Jumbo eyelet. The Rhinestone came from the Pretties Kit! Surely you have that because if you don't, you NEED it. Tons of great pieces come in the Pretties Kit!
Now to the next card! Once again I used Kraft cardstock. If you didn't know this about me, Kraft cardstock is one of my favs! I stamped the large flower using Whisper White cardstock. Afternoon Tea Designer paper was used for the bottom portion of the card. For the focal point I used the large flower stamped in Wild Wasabi and used a ribbon belt and clear rhinestone for the center of the flower. Lastly, I used a piece of Wild Wasabi and Soft Sky double stitched ribbon on the side of my focal point to add another embellishment.

I hope you are enjoying the Stitched Exotics samples this week. Feeling inspired? Post a link in the comment section of your beautiful creations using Stitched Exotics. I would love to see them!

Another Round of Stamps in the Mail

Stamps in the Mail!
An exclusive stamp club that comes to your door!
It's time for another round of Stamps in the Mail and a new stamp set to play with! If you have never participated in this program, I highly recommend giving it a try. You won't be disappointed!


The club will last for 3 months (Jun-Aug). Each month you will receive stamps and/or accessories in the mail plus all the materials to make 4 different cards or projects.

Each round of monthly projects are going to
involve "Templates." Templates are a layout design
that you can use over and over in your stamping-
just change the colors and stamps!

The first month you will receive the stamp set that
will be used over the 3 month period. Just think, at
the end you will have made 12 different projects with
your one stamp set plus you will have added great
products to your stamp collection! Products used
(and sent to you) will be things you will be able to use
in all your stamping-not just needed for these
projects. If you already own the product you can
substitute.

Cost of the club is just $40 per month. You will
receive at least $30 worth of products each month for a total of $90
in products. The other $30 is to cover the "class,"
supplies, shipping, etc. Directions and detailed
pictures will be sent to you via email.

One of the benefits of this Stamp Club, is each
month you can add to your order if you wish and
receive a 20% discount on anything you add to your STAMPS IN THE MAIL order!!!

The first round of Stamps in the Mail will begin
shipping the third week of June. All products and materials should be received by the 20th of each month.


Are you ready to start? RSVP by emailing me today!
You have until June 5th to sign up! Refer a
friend and receive a $19.95 stamp set from me! Email me today if you need
more information! Please don't hesitate to ask! Get
ready to have a GREAT stamping time right in the
comfort of your own home. Stamps in the Mail can be paid by Cash, Check, Visa, MC, Discover, or Pay Pal!

Happy Stamping!

Kimberly Van Diepen

Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Stitched Exotics!

I finally ordered this stamp set after eyeballing it for quite some time. I couldn't resist any longer. I ordered the Stitched Background some time ago and truly this has to be one of my favorite backgrounds of all time. It is so elegant. I highly recommend this stamp to anyone. I wanted to show you a few samples today using this stamp set and over the week I will share more. I am really enjoying this stamp set!

Not only can I not resist the stamp, I cannot resist Iridescent Ice! I love this embossing powder and have used it on almost every sample lately!! For the top sample I stamped that beautiful flourish in Whisper White and then sprinkled a little II powder over it. After I heated it, I stamped the Stitched Background over the top of it. After mounting this to Soft Sky cardstock, I stamped the big flower in Blue Bayou, and placed a jumbo eyelet in the center. I tied my double stitched ribbon right through the middle and ummmmm... it was so pretty. I didn't put a sentiment on this card for a reason. I need a few cards just to send. No sentiment needed.

Now the bottom card is just a little card you can use as a gift card holder. For the front flap I stamped the small flourish in Blue Bayou and then used the outlined flourish with Whisper White and Iridescent Ice. It looked like a pretty prom dress. It was so pretty! I cut the large flower out and punched a hole in the middle and placed a pretty silver ribbon belt from the new Hodgepodge Hardware and pulled the Double Stitched through the ribbon belt to act as a belly band to keep the front cover closed. Hope that makes sense. Anyways, just a cute little card with a little elegance attached to it.

Watch for more samples tomorrow!