Ink All Over

The Wait is Over

2008-10-24T10:26:00.000-07:00

The new blog is up and running!

I have a few ideas for Christmas cards brewing and a few other projects in the works.

Stop by and sign up for updates.

Have a terrific weekend!
Lisa

Marvelous Mottos

2008-09-26T15:26:00.001-07:00

This set was accidentally not included in the Fall Supplement, but it is available for purchase.

marvelousmottos

Set of 12 * T-2888 * $21.95

I setup a table the other day in my craft room and started working on some cards for a swap. I didn't get too far till I didn't like where they were heading and decided to walk away and think of some other design options. I hope to get back to it this weekend. My parents are coming for a visit this Sunday which means tomorrow will be cleaning and rearranging a bunch of boxes still not unpacked.

I hope you have a great weekend!

Lisa

September Updates

2008-09-12T13:59:00.000-07:00

The move went rather well. There were a few broken items, but nothing major. Of course after a few busy weeks with work I haven't had a chance to unpack too much, but I'm working on it little by little. Then we had the initial threat of Ike and were planning on being in Katy for the weekend when we found out Ike was actually heading that way, so we're staying home. The windows are boarded up and we have water and food to last us a few days to a week.

Some changes soon to come include a new blog. I've been working on a new design for my blog and I hope to roll it out to all of you soon. I also have a new email address: lisa@daintystamper.com and future emails will come from that email address. Enough about me, let's to get the goodies.

The Fall Supplement is out!! There is a slight increase in the prices of the new stamp sets and TAC issued a brief notice about this.

Please be aware that the supplement does contain a price increase on stamp sets. We have held off raising our prices as long as possible. In fact, this is only the second stamp set price increase in the eleven year history of The Angel Company™. Unfortunately, the continually increasing price of rubber has necessitated a price change in our stamp sets as well because The Angel Company™ refuses to sacrifice the quality, durability, and longevity of vulcanized rubber stamps for inferior materials that will not stand the test of time or create a clean image when stamped. By providing quality products and industry-competitive pricing within the pages of valuable creative resources such as the Fall Supplement and the Fall/Winter Inspiration Book, The Angel Company™ will continue to take steps to be an indispensable product resource for consumers.

Here are the new stamp sets from the Fall Supplement:

fallharvest * R-2033 * $13.95

fallfun * R-2034 * $13.95

spanishsentiments * R-2035 * $23.95

holidaycheer * R-3037 * $23.95

readysetsnow * T-2924 * $21.95

halloweentown * T-2933 * $12.95

homespunholiday * T-2976 * $21.95

frightnight * T-3005 * $12.95

glittergoblins * T-3009 * $21.95

seasonalicons * T-3015 * $21.95

hellosnow * T-3022 * $8.95

thanku * T-3023 * $17.95

loveblooms * T-3025 * $12.95

artsyowls * T-3038 * $21.95

pumpkinday * T-3039 * $12.95

halloweengreetings * T-3042 * $12.95

whatahoot * T-3043 * $17.95

holidaycollages * T-3045 * $21.95

Enjoy two scoops of fun this fall with The Angel Company™ and double rewards!

Customers, Hostesses, and New Angels can have twice the smiles with a helping of double-treats during this festive promotion which runs from September 15, 2008 to november 3, 2008.

Customer Benefits
Customers can have "two" much fun as all Gift With Purchase (GWP) awards will be doubled. Choosing TWO GWP's with every order of $30* or more is certainly a sweet treat!

Hostess Beneftis
Hostess Benefits also become doubly delicious with an extra helping of A, B, C, & D Level Rewards and half-price items.**

New Angels
New Angels even have a double reason to start a rewarding career with The Angel Company™ fammily. New Angels signing up during the Double Dip promotion can enjoy an extra-yummy $50 stamp bonus for T-coded stamp sets.***

This fall, "Double Dip" with The Angel Company™ and enjoy the sweet rewards!

Promotion begins September 15, 2008 and runs until November 3, 2008. Faxed or e-mailed orders must be received by 5:00 CST, November 3, 2008, to be eligible for promotion. AngelNet orders must be placed by midnight CST November 3, 2008, to be eligible for the promotion.
No other special offers or discounts apply.
Please expect delays during this especially busy promotion.

*Order total before shipping/handling and applicable taxes. Choose two GWP's for each $30 increment before shipping/handling and applicable taxes.
**Double the appropriate Level A, B, C, or D reward(s) based on order total before shipping/handling and applicable taxes. Hostess Half-Price Items also double during the promotion. Hostesses may select 2 half-price items with FUNshop™ net sales between $100-$249.99; 4 half-price items with FUNshop™ net sales of $250-$499.99; 6 half-price items with FUNshop™ net sales between $500-$749.99; and 8 half-price items with FUNshop™ net sales $750 and above.
*** Benefit redeemable with paid starter kit order.

Enter to Win!!

2008-09-03T17:47:00.000-07:00

TAC is giving away an Angelee Natalee Package.

Sign up to win here to enter!

September SOTM

2008-09-03T17:40:00.000-07:00

I Remember When

TAC-2822 * Set of 9 * $13.95

When you purchase $30.00 (net total before shipping and handling and applicable tax, no other discounts apply)in merchandise, I Remember When (Retail Value $19.95) can be yours for a special price! This offer ends September 30, 2008.

Enter to Win this Woodrowe Package!

2008-08-07T19:58:00.000-07:00

What you could win!!!

• Woodrowe™ Keepsake Album Kit - retail value: $14.95
• Antique Copper Hardware - retail value: $4.50
• Willoughby™ Ribbon - retail value: $4.95
• Reece™ Ribbon - retail value: $4.95
• Life Thoughts Stamp Set - retail value: $19.95
Total retail value: $49.30

Click here to enter!

August Stamp of the Month

2008-08-01T05:00:00.000-07:00

Essence of LifeTAC-2998 • set of 22 • $10.95

Compatible Acrylic Blocks: 1" x 1", 1 1/2" x 1 1/2", 1 1/2" x 4", 2" x 2"

When you purchase $30.00* in merchandise,

Essence of Life (Retail Value $15.95) can be yours for a special price!

*Net total before shipping and handling and applicable tax.

No other discounts apply.
So hurry! This offer ends August 31st, 2008!

August TAC Promotions

2008-07-31T17:34:00.001-07:00

You Deserve to CELEBRATE!

Everyone loves a great surprise, and we have gathered a wonderful array of our favorite products from past TAC™ catalogues and put together some amazing Surprise Box Collections for you! These fun bundles of discontinued product have a retail value of at least $150. Available only while supplies last, don’t miss the opportunity to surprise yourself or your customers with the great papercrafting goodies found in these one-of-a-kind special boxes. This special Surprise Box promotion is available from August 1 until supplies run out, so don’t miss your chance to own some great products at a fantastic price.

SB 2008 Surprise Box Assortment $75.00

Due to the special nature of this promotion, Surprise Box Assortments are only available while supplies last, and the products they contain are non-returnable and non-exchangeable.

*Surprise Box Assortments are ONLY available while supplies last.
*Surprise Box Assortments are commissionable.
*No other special offers or discounts apply.
*The promotion runs from August 1 and continues while supplies last.

Would You Like to Meet Woodrowe™?

From August 1 - September 2, 2008, come meet our fantastic Woodrowe™ Keepsake Album Kit and say “Hello” to the simple, smart, sophisticated style of The Angel Company™. Available only for a limited time, this special offer includes:

• Woodrowe™ Keepsake Album Kit

• Antique Copper Hardware

• Willoughby/Woodrowe™ Ribbon Collection

• Reece/Woodrowe™ Ribbon Collection

• From A-Z Limited Edition Stamp Set

• A-Z Alphabet Limited Edition Stamp Set

A specially discounted price makes this the perfect time to welcome Woodrowe™ and introduce your memories to simplicity.

AUG08 Meet Woodrowe™ $49.95

From A-Z

Set of 58 • Retail value $39.95

Compatible acrylic blocks: 1 1/2" x 1 1/2", 1 1/2" x 4"

A-Z Alphabet
Set of 39 • Retail value $19.95
Compatible acrylic blocks: 1 1/2" x 1 1/2"

*Stamps above may not be proportionate to each other. For full size print outs, please contact your Angel.
*From A-Z and A-Z Alphabet Stamp Sets are ONLY available as part of this special promotion.
* From A-Z and A-Z Alphabet Stamp Sets will not be available after September 2, 2008.
* Retail value of From A-Z Stamp Set is $39.95. Retail value of A-Z Alphabet Stamp Set is $19.95.
* Retail value of entire package is $89.25.
* Promotion is commissionable and sales count toward career reward points.
* Orders must be received by 12:00 AM (midnight) CST, Tuesday, September 2, 2008.
* No other special offers or discounts apply.

Got Wings?

2008-07-21T19:03:00.000-07:00

Come join The Angel Company™ family from July 21 - August 11 and pick one (1) of the following add-on kit options for FREE with the purchase of a Starter Kit.

Simply Stamps Option
Choose an additional $50.00 worth of T-Coded stamps from the Fall/Winter 2008 Inspiration Book & Catalogue

Kit & Kaboodle Option
Receive one (1) of each of our fabulous paper kits:• Sydney™ Circle Album Kit• Woodrowe™ Keepsake Album Kit• Natalee™ Accordion Album Kit• Pemberley Bay™ Matchbook Kit• Rockin’ Roxie™ Matchbook Kit

Gung Ho! Option
Go Gung Ho! and choose:• One (1) $19.95 T-coded stamp set from the Fall/Winter 2008 Inspiration Book & Catalogue• One (1) $15.95 T-coded stamp set from the Fall/Winter 2008 Inspiration Book & Catalogue• Three (3) $6.95 TAC™ Soar With It™ Paper Collections

Customize your starter kit and your add-on options to meet your needs and learn why at The Angel Company™. being an Angel is just more fun!

* Starter Kit add-on options are available ONLY from Monday, July 21, 2008, to Monday, August 11, 2008. No exceptions.
* All Starter Kit requests with add-on options must be received by 5:00 PM CST, Monday August 11, 2008.
* Starter Kit payment must be made by credit card, debit card, or money order. Personal checks are not accepted for the purchase of Starter Kits.
* Please note the choice of add-on option on the Starter Kit order form to avoid processing delays.
* No other special offers or discounts apply.

Close Call

2008-07-10T18:24:00.000-07:00

My goal for today was to leave work by 5 pm so I could rush home and see if my order had arrived. The leasing office closes at 6 pm and if I don't get out there in enough time, traffic slows down the bus ride on the HOV. I got caught up talking to a coworker and didn't get out till 5:30 pm. I was already talking myself into how I'd be ok if I didn't get my order till Friday, but I've been wanting to play. Imagine my surprise then when I found a key in my mailbox, it meant I had a package waiting!! Yep, my order i in and it was shipped USPS so even though the office was closed, the order is still in my hands. Whew, that was close!

I'll be working on the July Angelee kit over the weekend. I still haven't found my scanner software, but I'll try and get some pics taken to share come next week.

Have a specTACular weekend!
Lisa

Toodle Loo Inspiration

2008-07-07T20:28:00.000-07:00

Check out the Toodle Loo inspiration.

If you haven't entered to win, enter now!

Update to the Hostess Half-price Program

2008-07-07T20:26:00.000-07:00

Effective July 15, 2008, the Hostess Half Price Program will operate as follows:

For FUNshop Net Sales between:
• $100-249.99 hostesses may select 1 half price item from any item in our current catalogue.

• $250-499.99 hostesses may select 2 half price items from any items in our current catalogue.

• $500-749.99 hostesses may select 3 half price items from any items in our current catalogue.

•$750 and above hostesses may select 4 half price items from any items in our current catalogue.

The Booking Bonus Half Price Item is being eliminated and will no longer be available on any order beginning July 15, 2008.

July Featured Kit

2008-07-06T17:17:00.000-07:00

Let's try something new! I'm putting together monthly kits that will assist you in creating beautiful projects that won't take you forever to put together, but will look like you spent days on them. Some months will cater to the card makers, some to the scrapbookers and the rest will be projects for all of you. Each monthly kit will contain a combination of a stamp set, paper kit, cardstock, ribbon, embellishments and sometimes for projects I'll include an album or a tool to try. This gives each of you a chance to sample items from the catalog. The cost will range between $30 to $45, with the stamp set being optional. You may choose a different stamp set or no stamp set at all.

The first kit for July includes the Angelee Soar with it Collection, 2 pieces of coordinating cardstock, 30 embellishments from the new Audrey embellishment jar, 4 sheer round scallop coasters, and the Summer Elegance stamp set. Instructions to assemble the kit will be included as well. The July kit is $45 (includes taxes and shipping), $20 without the stamp set.

I'll have photos soon of the completed project to give you an idea of what can be accomplished. I'll set a night aside and you may either pick up your kit or I can mail it to you. If you're interested, please contact me for more information.

Just Dreamy Limited Edition

2008-07-06T17:10:00.000-07:00

This "dreamy" Limited Edition Set is only available July 15 through August 15, 2008, so hurry and grab yours today! You can purchase this specially-sized stamp set with a $30.00* purchase.

just dreamy • TAC-2999 • set of 6

Register to Win!!

2008-07-06T16:58:00.000-07:00

Click here to register.

Here's what you could win!!!
• Toodle Loo™ Soar With It Collection retail value: $6.95
• Toodle Loo™ Cardstock retail value: $6.50
• Toodle Loo™ Ribbon retail value: $4.95
• Toodle Loo™ Hardware retail value: $4.50
• On Safari Stamp Set retail value: $15.95
• Running Stitches Stamp Set retail value: $15.95
Total retail value: $54.80

Catalogs are Postal

2008-06-30T19:51:00.000-07:00

If you reserved a copy of the Fall/Winter catalog they are in the mail now.

This catalog has a ton of new goodies which include 35 new stamp sets, 4 new SWIC (Soar with It Collections - 12 x 12 patterned paper kits), 15 new GWPs (Gift With Purchase stamps, free with every $30 worth of orders before shipping and tax), 10 new hostess sets, 3 new kits that coordinate with the new paper lines and 3 new embellishment jars and a flower punch. If you'd like a complimentary catalog, please email me.

Here is the July stamp of the month - TAC-2777 Buggy Boxes. It can be yours for $6.95 with any order of $30 or more before shipping and taxes. Offer ends July 31st.

You may place an order at any time, shipped directly to you, just contact me with your order and I'd be happy to assist you.

Happy Scrapping and Stamping!

Lisa

First Glimpse

2008-06-22T09:44:00.000-07:00

Fall/Winter 2008 Inspiration Book and Catalogue

Wow, these new paper lines and kits are gorgeous! First off I'll share what's in the brilliant beginnings bundle.

Penelope V-845 $6.95 Comes with 5 sheets of 12 x 12 patterned papers and one sheet of tags, page 14.

The new Sydney Circle Album Kit V-705 $8.95 Double-sided 12 x 12 sheets. There's also a new circle tin D-104 $2.95 (CD's can fit in it and the smallest circle in this kit was designed to be the cover on the tin), page 15. Coordinates with the new SWIC Penelope, above.

Woodrowe Keepsake Album Kit V-703 $14.95 comes with covers for 2 albums and a variety of pockets, envelopes, labels, corners, tabs and journaling boxes (double-sided), page 19. This kit coordinates with the new SWIC Willoughby, V-844 $6.95, page 18.

Natalee V-704 $8.95 This is an accordian album kit, double-sided, one sheet 12 x 12 and one sheet 12x 24, page 51. This coordinates with the new Angelee SWIC collection. V-843 $6.95, page 50.

There's more to come! Check back soon.

Happy Stamping!

Lisa

It's here!!

2008-06-21T19:49:00.000-07:00

The new catalogue is here, right in front of me. After a long day - afternoon at the zoo, running errands, etc. - I finally was able to check my mail. I haven't had a chance to look through it yet, but I'm hoping to peruse it a few times and I'll have some more sneak peeks for you tomorrow.

I also received the Brilliant Beginnings Bundle with three new set of patterned paper and 4 stamp sets. I have so much to share tomorrow!!

Till then, hope your weekend is a going great,

Lisa

July 4th Catalogue Party and Garage Sale

2008-06-20T09:27:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! Just wanted to let you know I'm having a little gathering. As you all know TAC's Fall/Winter 2008 Catalogue and Idea Books are on their way - hot off the press! I will be hosting a party complete with a drawing for free stamps (you do not need to be present to win) and a make & take. I will have some product on hand for those who like to see it in person before you purchase (some paper you just have to see to believe).

I'm also lightening my scrapbook load and have quite a bit of stuff that needs to go, so I will have a few tables set up with stuff for sale at really good prices. I have everything from retired TAC stamps to patterned paper, embellishments, you name it, it's probably in the stash. Not all garage sale stuff is TAC related, some of it was purchased at Maridawn's, Archivers, and other scrapbook stores.

Details are below. I'm now in Katy, for those of you that didn't already know. If you can stop by, I'd love to see you!

What: July 4th Catalogue Party and Garage Sale
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm (make & take will be from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm)
What to bring: scissors, paper trimmer and adhesive, I will have some extras on hand
Place: Contact me for directions lisachristine5638@gmail.com
Cell: 281.687.0898

I will accept cash and checks for garage sale items, credit cards for TAC purchases only. Thanks!

Have a specTACular weekend!!

Lisa

Making a Little Progress

2008-06-10T08:56:00.000-07:00

The last month or so I've had so many ideas swarming around in my head it's been unreal. I try and make notes so when I finally make the time to sit down I can get to work. The last two weeks I've started to make noticeable progress. I went through my stamps and pulled out everything I don't need to keep. I've set up my tables with my CD case of stamps on top of it so it's handy when I'm working. I'm hoping to be in a position to have a little open house party to sell some of my stamps and scrapbook supplies. I have so much I don't know what to do with it and truth be told, it's very overwhelming. I'll have more info on that for you soon, if you're interested. I'm thinking Friday, July 4th, sometime in the afternoon.

I pulled out my new printer last night. It only prints black and white, but that's all I really need to print sketches anyway. I'm hoping to have it set up this week and the scanner too so I can share my designs with you once I get to designing, which should be really soon. I really want to sit down and work on Father's Day cards and some belated Mother's Day cards too.

Other than those cards I'm still behind two swaps. I have Lizzy's purse to finish, Katie's letters to work on, and then miscellaneous stuff too. The inspiration is definitely coming back to me. I just need to sit down and get busy!

Stay tuned, I hope to have some surprises to post soon!

Lisa

Build-A-Flower Sneak Peek

2008-06-05T11:44:00.000-07:00

With much anticipation for the new Fall/Winter 2008 Inspiration Book & Catalogue to be released, we are thrilled to reveal yet another sneak peek at one of our new stamp sets featured. Build-A-Flower is available to order now! Contact me to place an order.

Build-a-Flower • T-2954 $15.95 • set of 13Compatible Acrylic Blocks: 1 1/2" x 1 1/2", 1 1/2" x 4", 2" x 2"

June TAC News

2008-06-03T14:48:00.000-07:00

June promises to be quite a month with the release of the Fall/Winter 2008 catalogue in just a few weeks. If you haven't reserved a catalogue, it's not too late, I ordered a few extras. Please let me know if you need one.

June Stamp of the Month is Butterfly Boxes TAC-2782 Set of 4
Only $5.95 when you place an order of $30 or more before shipping and taxes. Available until June 30, 2008.

June Vintage Set is Bear My Hugs TAC-372 Set of 7

Only $10.95 when you place an order of $30 or more before shipping and taxes. Available until June 30, 2008.

Important dates for this month:

Big on Fun promotion ends June 16.
http://www.theangelcompany.net/Promos_MayBigonFun_Le.html

Matchbook Kit promotion ends June 16.
http://www.theangelcompany.net/Promos_MatchbooksMay08.html

First day to order from the Fall/Winter 2008 catalogue is June 23.

If you'd like to place an order, please contact me. Orders may be placed at any time and shipped directly to you.

As always, have a specTACular day!!

Lisa

More Fall/Winter 2008 Sneak Peeks

2008-05-27T16:02:00.000-07:00

Get a load out of these cute as can be stamps!!

Linear Sentiments T-2956 $19.95 Set of 13

Butterfly Bits T-2965 $19.95 Set of 9

Sweet Goodies T-2990 $19.95 Set of 14

Joy of Christmas T-2962 $15.95 Set of 7

Catalogs start shipping June 19, if you haven't reserved one yet, please do so soon, you don't want to miss out!

Spring/Summer 2008 Retired List and Sneak Peeks

2008-05-20T13:49:00.000-07:00

I'm sure you're anticipating the new catalogs as much as I am. I can't wait to see the new paper kits and the new stamps sets. In just a few weeks new catalogs will be available. If you'd like one, please let me know so I can be sure to get your copy to you ASAP. Orders from the new Fall/Winter 2008 catalog will begin June 23.

Here is the retired list for the Spring/Summer 2008 catalog.
T-2746 A God Thing
T-2660 Abundance is
T-2333 All Season Skinnies
T-2680 Animal Blocks
T-2604 Autumn Smiles
T-2265 Be
T-2181 Be Authentic
T-2656 Beach Fun
T-2605 Beautiful Place
T-2358 Birthday Buggies
T-2321 Blossom Builders
T-2515 Buggie Christmas
T-2202 Calendar
T-306 Chicken Scratch
T-2573 Distressed Designs
T-2124 Diva Dresses
T-2619 Don't Bug Me
T-2755 F is for Family
T-441 Faith Hope Love
T-2283 Fanciful Flowers
T-2562 Fangtastic
T-2650 Forget Not
T-2623 Friendly Goblins
T-2611 Friendly Note
T-2791 Giggly Goblins
T-2328 Hang Loose
T-2728 Happy Celebration
T-2713 Happy Holiday Squares
T-2769 He Said She Said
T-2406 Heart-itude
T-2325 Hip Hardware
T-2370 His Angels
T-2794 Jolly Jack-O-Lanterns
T-2704 License to Chill
T-2560 Lily Pad Pond
T-2375 Little Inspirations
T-2615 Live Inspired
T-2372 May Your Merry
T-2548 Mini Sampler
T-2334 More Season Skinnies
T-2578 My Favorites
T-2874 My Spiritual Journey
T-2821 My Story
T-2649 Needed Numbers
T-2661 Nuture Your Soul
T-2643 Old Friend
T-2357 Pals
T-2858 Party Notes
T-2690 Party Time
T-2683 Playful Paisley
R-2027 Pretty Posies
T-2540 Ragdolls
T-2774 Remembrance
T-2797 Retro Christmas
T-2788 Retro Halloween
T-2787 Retro Reindeer
T-2789 Retro Treaters
T-1232 Rub a Dub
T-2353 Sassy Cats
T-2712 Sentimental Boxes
T-2152 So Girly Swirly
T-2288 So Silly
T-2639 Stipple Bet
T-2221 Sweet Sayings
T-2695 Swirly Seasons
T-2327 The Buzz
T-2800 The First Thanksgiving
T-2618 The Only Thing
T-2566 Tip Toe
T-2602 Too Spooky
T-2301 Truly Blessed
T-2360 Wedding Wishes
T-1205 Wishing You
T-2569 Write It
T-2823 You Are Mine
T-2809 You're a Hoot
T-1203 You're Invited

For a sneak peek of some new paper, visit this link. http://theangelcompany.typepad.com/tac_savvy_projects_for_de/

For a look at the new Matchbook promotion, visit this link: http://www.theangelcompany.net/Promos_MatchbooksMay08.html

For a look at the Perfect Palette for Pennies, visit this link:
http://www.theangelcompany.net/Promos_BellaFlorMay08.html

Happy Stamping Y'all!
Lisa

Spring Scrapbook Retreat

2008-04-15T10:23:00.000-07:00

I'm anxiously awaiting the scrapbook retreat this weekend. My craft table and my dining table are covered in scraps, paper, embellishments, it's a mess that will be waiting for me when I get home Sunday. My mojo was on the fritz again and this past week has helped me be inspired yet again. I've been stalking blogs and searching galleries for ideas of what to work on next.

I have a planner that I need to put together. It was a class I was taking at Maridawn's before they closed and I wasn't able to go. I packed it. Then I snagged a sonia purse to make for Lizzy's birthday. I'm going to go with a black and pink princess theme. I'm not sure what I'll put in it, but I don't have the album and her birthday is next week.

I have some Mother's Day ideas flying around my head too that I need to get a jump on, and I have a few weeks for that.

My scanner and printer aren't set up yet, but I'll work on that next week so I can get you some photos of the make and take and my completed projects.

If you're interested in a scrapbook retreat, which really isn't limited to scrapbooking, it's open to all crafts, we have two more planned this year. August 1 - August 3 and October 24 to October 26. Visit the LMN-O-Pea site for more information.

Lisa

Big on Fun

2008-04-11T09:23:00.000-07:00

Here's the current promos for the month of April.

Miss Me?

2008-04-10T13:00:00.000-07:00

I know I've been MIA for so long now you'd probably thought I fell off the face of the earth. I'm still here. I've been busy doing nothing fun so with the retreat next weekend it's time to get back to having some crafting time.

Please check out the stamp of the month and vintage set for April.

If you have any questions please feel free to email. My contact info is below.

Happy stamping!
Lisa

Swap Catch Up

2008-01-07T18:49:00.000-08:00

I don't know what it is about the fall, but I tend to get so far behind. I think last year it started in the summer even. I do good the first few months of the year and then it all starts piling up on me. I spent the last two weeks getting caught up on swaps so I'm ready for 2008 now.

This was for a TAC stamp swap (anything goes). Paper - Mulberry Meadow V-831, stamp - Flutter By T-1014, Be T-2265. Ink - Eggplant VersaMagic S-963, Spring Pansy VersaMagic S-935. This was all "new" material for me. I hadn't used any of the paper or stamps yet, so this was fun for me to put together. I used a card sketch from Page Maps for this card.

This was for a Stampin' Angels swap, shabby chic theme. Paper - Mimi V-837, stamp - Rub a Dub Dub T-1232, ribbon - TAC Mimi B-211, ink - Chartreuse Palette Hybrid Ink TT-210, Burnt Umber Palette Hybrid Ink TT-218. This was by far one of my favorite techniques to try. I've always thought shabby chic was not my style. I thought "How could anyone put all that together and make it look so feminine and dainty?" Now I know! I'd really like to practice this style more with a few more stamp sets.

This card was for a Cut Out Card technique. Paper - Mulberry Meadow V-831, stamp - So Silly T-2288, ink - Eggplant & Spring Pansy VersaMagic. This was by far my favorite card of the bunch. I free handed cutting out parts of the rabbit to make his patch work. I used the swivle knife from my Coluzzle set. Then I cut a piece of patterned paper and adhered it to the back to make the patches and then cut out the blocks. I'd like to try this card again with the Toodle Loo V-834 paper and some of the other animals from the So Silly stamp set.

I'm currently in another swap for Valentine's Day cards without using pink or red. I was wanting to wait and use a new set from the 2008 catalogue, but all the girls in the swap are talking about how cute their cards are, so I'm going to pick another stamp set and give it a go. I should have that card to post soon.

Thanks for looking!
Lisa G

January News

2008-01-01T10:10:00.000-08:00

The Spring/Summer 2008 inspiration book and catalogue is here! Scroll down for sneak peeks if you haven’t seen the catalog yet. If you’d like a catalogue please contact me.

Important Dates
January 2 – First day to order from the new catalogue.
January 10 – Orders begin shipping from the new catalogue.
January 19 – Catalogue party at my house from 1 pm to 4 pm. We’ll be making 2 cards and a project using new stamps and paper lines.

January SOTM
Artful Object TAC-2781 Set of 5 $5.95 with a purchase of $30 before shipping and handling and applicable tax. Available now through January 31, 2008.

January Vintage Set
Portfolio Collection TAC-506 Set of 11 $13.95 with a purchase of $30 before shipping and handling and applicable tax. Available now through January 31, 2008.

New Angels
Got wings? Why not sign up now and get our Ultimate Organizer Bundle FREE! Let’s face it, organizing isn’t everyone’s long suit so why not make it fun by sprucing it up with cute stamps? Add some flashy colors and pretty paper and you’re ready to go for 2008 and beyond.

Hostess Parties
If you’d like to host a party please contact me.

My wish for each of you is to be inspired like you’ve never been inspired before for 2008. Try something new if not every day, at least once a week or once a month. Even if you can’t fit in craft time, you can at least brain storm some ideas for a RAK (random act of kindness) for someone. Keep a notebook handy to jot down ideas and inspiration as it comes to you. May you be blessed with prosperity, great health and many joyous memories this year.

Happy New Year!
Lisa G

They're Here

2007-12-27T17:44:00.000-08:00

I just checked yesterday and they hadn't shipped yet, but to my surprise the new catalogs were waiting for me when I got home today.

They'll be in the mail for those of you that requested catalogs. If you'd like one, please let me know.

You can begin ordering January 2 and orders start shipping January 10.

Happy shopping!
Lisa G

Spring/Summer 2008 Inspiration Book & Catalogue

2007-12-26T19:53:00.000-08:00

Guess what!?

I have the new spring/summer 2008 inspiration book and catalogue in my hands. I've looked through it countless times already, but every time I peruse it I add a little more to my wish list. There is some really great stuff in here, I bet you're eager to hear about it so I'll jump right in and fill you in on some sneak peeks till you get your copy. All images are copyright of The Angel Company.

First off - the stamps:

There are some more reverse type stamps like It's Always Springtime and Blessed With.
There are several sets like the Oh How sneak peek set.
There are several retro sets like in the Fall Supplement.
New Scrapbooking/journaling type stamp sets.

My Story T-2821 $19.95

Sweet Skunks T-2674 $10.95

Twinkle Toes T-2629 $7.95

Second - the paper:

New color combos, very beautiful paper!!
Amberley Grace
Juliette
Miss Moxie

Third - new to the catalog:

Scalloped chipboard coasters - square or round
Cardboard recipe box and dividers
Metal hardware kit
Metal alphabet kit
Twill ribbon packs (neutral and pastel)
Scrap-O-Dex (like a rolodex)
Square metal tin
Chipboard stacks (brights & neutrals)
Bind It All
Scor-Pal
Scalloped punches in Mega and Giga square and circle
New punches and decorative scissors
New markers
Glue dots
New index in the back of the catalogue

There's a little something to look forward to in a few weeks when the catalogues arrive. Remember the catalog party Saturday, January 19th. I look forward to seeing you then! I'll have some new papers, new stamps and some cards to make.

Happy Stamping!

Lisa G

Last Day to Place an Order from the Fall/Winter 2007 Catalog

2007-12-14T09:14:00.001-08:00

I'm sure you're all busy preparing for a great Christmas season, but I wanted to remind you, the last day to place orders from the Fall/Winter 2007 catalog is Friday, December 28. If there are any retired stamps you want, those will have to ordered by then as well. Please send any orders to me by 6 pm on Wednesday, December 26. That gives me time to enter the order.

Stay tuned for some sneak peeks from the new catalog. My copy should be arriving in the next week or so. Also mark your calendars for the 2008 catalog party. You'll get to pick up a copy of the new catalog, plus see some designs with new stamp sets. I hope to see you Saturday, January 19 @ 1 pm. If you are unable to make the catalog party, please let me know and I'll make arrangements to mail or drop off your catalog.

Thank you all for your business! I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

Lisa G

Recipes

2007-12-09T12:43:00.000-08:00

I thought I'd post my lastest designs. The top three are from an A-Z recipe swap I did with some friends. Last year we did a cookie swap and this year was appetizers and finger foods. My letters this time were G, I and X. I made recipe cards for Garlic Feta Dip, Italian Torte, and Xtremely Easy Spinach Spread. The last recipe card is from the Texas Angel Gathering (TAG for short) where a bunch of us angels gathered for fun, fellowship and a ton of project making. Most of us participated in the recipe swap and it was open for anything so in light of Christmas being near I chose Jolly Gingerbread Men. I've always wanted to make gingerbread men and have yet to try to make them so I thought this might give me some inspiration to get into the kitchen and bake. Enjoy!

Garlic Feta Dip

Italian Torte

Xtremely Easy Spinach Spread

Jolly Gingerbread Men

Hope you're having a great weekend!

Lisa G

TAC Photo Gallery

2007-12-06T08:14:00.000-08:00

I just found out Paper Wings has relocated. I reluctantly admit I have yet to start on my Christmas cards and today is December 6th. Talk about nervous. The pressure is on me! Usually sometime in mid summer I have this great idea for a Christmas card. I don't know what happened this year, but I'm clean out of ideas. I've been looking around for inspiration, but some things seem so involved and I'm not sure I have time to make very involved cards.

Note to self: Self, start much sooner on next year's Christmas cards.

I had started one version of a Christmas card and then broke my Big Shot. I recently purchased some Fiskar embossing dies and stumbled across an adorable card embossed with snowflakes. I thought that would be a good start, but I don't have a snowflake embossed die. Then I remembered I had ordered those from Fiskar so I opened them (it's only been a month or so, that's good!) and low and behold there was a snowflake one!! I immediately stuck it in my Big Shot, turned the handle and was bummed it barely made an indention in my cardstock so I put a shim in there and tried again and this time it came out perfect! I went back to my desk, stamped another image, went back to the Big Shot with two pieces of cardstock and the darn thing broke. What am I to do now? I feel like ditching the idea, but it was a really cute thought.

I just got Ginger Joy in the mail yesterday so I started playing with that image last night. I stamped it a few times, colored it different ways and thought, this is a lot of coloring for Christmas cards and I don't have much time... I need to decide what to do next. Hence my trek to Paper Wings and learning they're moving.

Anyway, long story still long... here's the new website: http://www.paperwingsonline.com/gallery/

Enjoy!
Lisa G

December News

2007-12-02T11:40:00.000-08:00

Blog Update
I have changed the name of my blog, if you have it bookmarked, please note the change. Thanks!

Ink All Over December News
Please note links in the upper right hand section. Notes to links within this post will refer to this link section. My contact information is also listed, please feel free to email me any time or leave a comment to any post here.

Retired stamps
If you haven’t already scoped out the retired list be sure and do so before it’s too late. The last day to order from the Fall/Winter 2007 catalog is Friday, December 28, 2007.

New catalogs
Spring 2008 catalogs will start shipping approximately January 7, 2008. Be sure and reserve one for you and one for a friend. Catalogs are complimentary unless they are shipped, then shipping charges will apply.

Tutti Frutti Kit and Kaboodle

Comes complete with Tutti Frutti Soar With It Collection and Frutti Words Limited Edition Stamp Set for $25.95. Item #DEC07.

STOM & Vintage set

Stamp of the month for December 2007 is Let's Toast available for $1.95 with an order of $30 or more before shipping and handling and applicable tax. Item #TAC-2780. Vintage Set for December 2007 is Snowflake Blocks and is available for $6.95 with an order of $30 or more before shipping and handling and applicable tax. Item #TAC-443.

Items from the Fall Supplement are still available. See link on the right.

If you're interested in a scrapbook retreat we're going back to Trinity Pines Friday, April 18 to Sunday, April 20, 2007. See the links section to get on the email list.

I hope to update before the new year, but just in case - Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Lisa G

Stamp Camp Fun

2007-10-21T18:03:00.000-07:00

I hosted a stamp camp Saturday and all attendees made 9 projects. I originally had wanted 10 projects, but the Christmas gift bag I had in mind, didn't work out as planned. I counted the Christmas wall hanging as two since it included three coasters.

Here are the projects we made.

For fall and Halloween we made ornaments. For the Halloween ornament we used Simply Spooky V-926 paper. For the fall ornament, we used orange cardstock stamped with brown ink with the turkey and leaf from the For All Seasons T-2708 stamp set. Paper was crimped with a Crimper D-98 after it was stamped and cut.

Treat Bags were made using coffee filters stamped with brown and orange inks with the same stamp set from above and Give Thanks T-1139 and tied with brown and orange Scrapper's Floss.

A Give Thanks card stamped with Give Thanks T-1139 stamp set. The leaf came from the Autumn Smiles T-2604 stamp set.

A mini purse for Black Friday equipped with chocolate to alleviate shopping stress. The purse was a template from Paper Crafts magazine and the paper was Genevieve V-852. We added a paper flower, some ribbon and bling in the middle of the flower.

A criss-cross Christmas Card using Merry Wishes V-829 from the Soar With it Collection. The santa is from Christmas Fun T-1253 and Merry Christmas is from the Holiday Magic T-2706 set. You can't tell from the photo, but santa's beard and hat are covered with white Fun Flock A-253.

A Christmas wall hanging made from coasters using Vintage Holiday R-2501 paper and Blessed With T-2699 stamp set. We added bling and some inking on the sides with red and green.

A file folder Christmas wish list using Kamalaht V-830 paper. The file folder A-85328 was cut from the Coluzzle template.

The inside was stamped with Christmas Checklist T-2810 stamps and then using brads we attached a few sheets to the inside of the file folder. The stamps don't look right in the photo, but they stamped fine on the actual sheet of paper.

A "2008 You" goals tag book with 6 tabs, January through June on one side and July through December on the other side. The tags were cut from black and white paper using the Big Shot E-500 tag diecut. "2008" was stamped with numbers from the Christmas Checklist above. The circle and You came from the Circle Sampler T-2691 stamp set and the stars are from Grand Birthday R-130, all stamped in white ink and tied together with black grosgrain ribbon loose enough for someone to move tags easily to write on them. The months were stamped with stamps from the Calendar T-2202 stamp set and the lines from Punctuation T-2720.

Cheers T-2528 New Year's card using Cha Cha V-832 paper and cardstock B-310.

Cards to Share

2007-10-07T18:42:00.000-07:00

I'm hoping to get in here more often and keep things current here, especially with so much going on the next few months. I'm behind on birthday cards so I got caught up on two. One's for my nephew and one's for my cousin.

Aden's dino-mite birthday card using Hemingway paper, V-836 and tag and Kid Praises stamp set, T-2686.

Giselle's grand birthday card using Grand Birthday stamp set, R-130 and Mimi paper, V-837.

I have a stamp camp scheduled for Saturday, October 20th. I'll have 10 projects to post soon. Be on the lookout!

A Good Day!

2007-09-09T08:29:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was a very good day. I took advantage of Labor Day and my good friends helped me get my scrap room organzied. I also took the time to separate the retired stamps from my collection. Which left me in a better position to pack for yesterday. Michelle and I got together to crop and I had a few swaps to make. Two are technique swaps and one is a swap for a retreat in September.

July's technique was spotlight. I used the hellothere stamp set, T-2628 with paper from Mia's Cottage R-2503.

August's techinque was waxed paper resist. I used littlefriends stamp set T-2332 T-2332 with paper from the Brighten my Day V-901 designer collection.

My retreat swap card was made with oopsiedaisies T-2651 and Lilly Anna paper V-833.

Today my goal is to work on a few make and take ideas for the retreat. I have my work cut out for me.

Hope you're having a great weekend!
Lisa G