Tea

I love a good cup of tea!  I believe it can fix just about anything.  Imagine my excitement when this stamp set was reveled.  

And it gets even better.  There is matching die you can purchase to go with this stamp set.  I am in heaven!  I have ordered mine and can't wait to create with it.

Until November 1st you can order the set (including 4 ready to assemble cards) for $24.95 BB-NOV and the matching die number is DI-0508 for $12.95.

Just click on the shopping cart to the right to place your order.

Lesa

Try Try and Try Again!

I don't know about you but sometimes I struggle to create a card.  Ideas and cards do not always just happen.  They take time, effort and re-creating.  I received a new die from Spellbinders and I wanted to create a card with it.
  

This was my first attempt.  It does not look right at all.  It is in my words blah!  It needed help so I tried again.

This attempt was an improvement but it still did not look finished to me.  To be honest this was my third attempt at this card.  I spared you the first look.  So back to the drawing board to create again.

So this final card had the look I wanted.  I used cranberry card stock for the base added the kiwi green card stock and the die was cut out of whip cream card stock.  I then ran the whip cream piece through my embosser adding the wood grain look.  Then I added some FSJ silks in silver and gold to pull out the colors in the tree.  I added a tag and used two pieces of twine in cranberry and gold.  

This card I would be happy to send out.  How many times have you created a card before getting it right?  I would love to know.  Share your thoughts in the comments.

Don't forget you can still order this darling October Bloom Box!

October Specials

Its all about the "Block Party" in October. All of our acrylic blocks are 20% off!  The Fun Stampers Journey blocks come with the grid lines for easy alignment of your stamps and are also rounded so they are comfortable to use.  We also have a variety of sizes to choose from.  

The October Bloom Box is filled with friendship sentiments and flowers.  This kit includes the stamp set and all the supplies (minus the ink pads) to complete four  cards.  It is only available during the month of October.  

If you have any questions about these October Specials or any FSJ products don't hesitate to contact me at loves.tea@gmail.com.

Enjoy a cuppa today and the fall temps and colors.

Lesa

Tealightful Tea Party Part Two

The day was filled with so much laughter.  We started the day with some Breakfast nibbles -  sausage rolls, muffins, fruit and of course tea!

Lunch was served around noon.  English pub style meal - Shepherds Pie, Carrots, Broccoli and a roll.  We had no leftovers!

The gals enjoyed working on the projects I shared in Tuesdays blog plus they had time to work on projects they brought with them. 

Afternoon tea was served around 2:30 and we all enjoyed Maids of Honor, Bread Pudding and biscuits (cookies as you Americans know them).

A special thanks to my Mum for all her help with the food and assisting in the kitchen.  Could not have done it without you!

 

Tealightful Tea Party Part One

This past Saturday I host my fourth annual Tealightful Tea Party.  It was so much fun.  Seventeen joined me for a day filled with crafting, yummy food, prizes and laughter.  I want to share the projects we made.  We used the FSJ ATS stamp Just For You (now retired) but  I have a couple if you would like to purchase one.

Love this clean simple card.  The mini paperclip at the top is a favorite on many projects I create.

This a what I call a clean and simple card.  Love the oval off to the right side the ribbon on the left side.

Something new and different, a tri-fold card. Love the bright watermelon fusion color combination with the River Stone.

This was the last card we made and its another clean and simple card.  Love the embossed background card-stock on this one.  

This is a gift card holder and is perfect for inside a card.  Dresses up a gift card when you are sending it in the mail or just giving one as a gift. 

The last gift we made was this darling card carrier.  It will hold four cards.  Perfect for a hostess gift or to share with a friend.

Questions or details on any of these projects don't hesitate to contact me.  

Lesa

Busy

The 4th Annual Tealightful Tea Party is happening this Saturday!  My to do list is long.    I am busy getting things prepped and organized.  

I also excited and looking forward to seeing so many friends and also meet some new friends that are coming.

I also feel like I am roller skates!  Moving around from one completed project to another.

Enjoy the day and watch for photos of the Saturday event coming next week.  

Don't forget this is the last weekend to get 20% off our card stock and ink pads. Just click on the shopping cart to purchase.

 

Pop Of Color

Sometimes all ready need is small pop of color to make a card special.  This card was created in black and white with just a simple pop of our FSJ Candy Apple Red ink.

Love this look and the sentiment really stands out.  The stamp and die set is a favorite I find myself using over and over.  It is our Dahlia Burst set BD-0063.  So versatile and fun to create with.

This weeks crush on color features our Confectionery Days color set.  Love it!

Would you like to receive a 20% discount off FSJ products?  Consider joining my team.  We have the lowest quarterly minimums at $150.00 per quarter.  If you love to create and don't want to sell sign up as a hobby coach and purchase just for yourself.  Want to make a little extra income sign up and share your love with others while getting the discount and a little "mad" money.  Contact me for details.  

Crush On Color

Did you know Fun Stampers Journey is one of only three companies that sells both 8.5 X 11 and 12 X 12 paper.  We have 56 colors to choose from!  We also have matching ink pads to go with them.  This month they are all on sale for 20% off.  

I am planning to stock up on the card stock with the holidays coming I will be making lots of cards and gift tags.  I also have lots of scrapbook pages to create as well.  

Would you like save even more -  consider joining my team as a Fun Stampers Journey Coach.

Lesa

Change Of Seasons

We are half way through September and the temperatures are starting to drop and the trees are starting to change color.  All signs of fall arriving.  Its also the season for all things pumpkin spice.  I always think of my daughter Pam at this time of year as she loves those pumpkin spice lattes!   

I have spent the last few days creating with the Hello Fall Stamp Set and Die.  I am in love with these leaves.  I am enjoying stamping the images with our clear pigment ink and then adding pan pastels to give them a vibrant changing colors.

What fun to create with all the fall colors, patterned papers, stamp sets and die sets Fun Stampers Journey has to offer.

Preparing For Fun

One of my favorite things to do is prepare materials for classes I host.  I enjoy (for the most part) designing, cutting, embossing and assembling all the pieces you need to great a finished card.

Today I have been prepping all the materials for the 4th Annual Tealightful Tea Party event coming up on September 29th.  Four cards, one gift card holder and a card carrier.  

Fun Stampers Journey has many gift card dies and we will be making this cute one.  Perfect to give as a gift or include in a card. 

Don't forget this Saturday September 15th is the last day to sign up for the event.  You won't want to miss it!  

Fun Stampers Journey

Its hard to believe that I have been with Fun Stampers Journey for over a year now.  What an amazing year it has been!  I have fallen in love with all FSJ has to offer.  This includes products, demo videos, bloom box and so much more!  Here is a fun little video that tells you just a little bit more about this amazing company.

If you would like to purchase any products, join my team or attend any of my FSJ classes just e-mail me at loves.tea@gmail.com or check out my facebook page Tealightful Stamping.

Don't forget our Crush on Color sale is still going on.  All solid card stock and coordinating ink pads are 20%.  

This Saturday is the last day to register for the 4th Annual Tealightful Tea Party happening Saturday September 29th from 9:00 - 5:30 p.m.  $25.00  Don't miss out on this great event it only happens once a year. 

September Specials

Its hard to believe its September!  It still feels like summer with temps in the 90's.  September is full of colorful deals from Fun Stampers Journey.

This is the perfect time to stock up on Card Stock or ink pads.  Take the time now to think about what card stock colors or ink pads you will need to complete you Christmas cards, tags and gift card holders.  It's also a great time to add some basic card stock colors like whip cream or black licorice or a favorite you love to create cards with. 

The September Bloom Box is available for purchase now.  The cards are bright and oh so fun!  Purchase this box ala cart or sign up for a six month subscription.  Don't forget if you purchase a box join me the last Tuesday of the Month from 9:30 to Noon for the Bloom Box Club!  All ink pads, liquid colors etc... provided for your convenience. 

And don't forget now is the perfect time to organize your craft supplies with this rolling tote or business tote.  The rolling tote has many compartments and will hold your 12 x 12 paper.  

The Tuscany Subdivision is having its Community Garage Sale this Saturday September 8th.  I will have stamping items out and marked down for sale. Come check it out 8:00 a.m. -  Noon.  

Tealightful Tea Party

Each year I host a Tea Party and celebrate all things tea and stamping.  This year marks my 4th year holding this event.The  Annual Tealightful Tea Party will be on September 29th from 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

The day will feature breakfast nibbles, English pub style lunch & afternoon tea treats I serve only once a year!  A card kit including your own ATS Stamp, 4 cards a gift card holder and card carrier that will hold all four cards you create.  That's six projects!  

This is just one of the cards we will be creating. Simple, clean and fun.  

This is year I am giving away this brand new tote bag filled with Fun Stampers Journey Products.  One lucky attendee will be taking home some fun products to create with. Estimated value $50.00 

This year I am also giving away two general admission tickets to the Idaho Scrapbook Show February 1st and 2nd.  So many reasons to attend the Tealightful Tea Party.



REGISTER AND PREPAY BY SEPTEMBER 15TH.  Cost is $25.00 for the day. You will be entered into the drawing for the bag and also the tickets for the Idaho Scrapbook Show.  Mail checks to 3065 E. Fratello St. Meridian ID 83642 or contact me via e-mail loves.tea@gmail.com for payment via paypal.  Event will be held at the Tuscany Club House 3782 E. Firenze Way Meridian.  

Lesa

Bloom Box Shenanigans

I love sharing the Fun Stampers Bloom Box with friends.  The last Tuesday of each month I put the kettle on and look forward to the arrival of the "gals" that have signed up for the monthly Bloom Box Subscription.

The morning is filled with creativity and laughter!  Each gal brings there bloom box that was delivered to their home.  I put out all the ink pads, liquid color, embossing powder etc... the gals need to complete the four cards.

The four cards, all accessories and detailed instruction book are provided.  Each month we are learning a new technique or way to use our tools.  This month we learned how to apply liquid color directly to the stamp and create a fun image.

If you would like to create four awesome cards and learn new ways to use your stamps, ink pads and other tools - sign up for a Bloom Box Subscription and join us.  

The September Box is filled with bright colors, instruments and we will be learning how to create a shaker card.  If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact me.

Playing With Paste

You might be wondering about the title of my post playing with paste, well its modeling paste I have been playing with.  I have just discovered this Fun Stampers Journey product and I am loving it!

The modeling paste is white and you can leave it white or make it any color you would like by adding some liquid color to it.  I added some lovely blue to my paste and created the soft blue.  I took  a 5.5 X 4.25 piece of white card stock and placed a stencil over it and then I spread the paste over the top and covered the sheet.  You do need to let this dry overnight.

The next day once the paste was dry I created cards using the back grounds I had created.  I was able to create numerous cards all with different looks.

It might be hard to tell but I dusted this background with our gold pan pastel to pull out the haystack colored card stock and ribbon.  

This one was done in a totally different direction with a totally different look.

If you are wanting to try modeling paste or stencils now is a great time to while they are one sale for 20% off.  Don't wait the sale ends Friday at midnight.  Just click on the shopping cart to place an order.