This is one of the prettiest stamp sets.  I love hydrangeas anyway, but this set is so versatile.  Add a couple of little butterflies and some ribbon and it's instant art. 

Tropical Party Birthday Card

Tropical Party stamp set and real sand from our beach!  How cute is this? 

What would you do with this???

This past Saturday we had our Ink Flamingos team meeting.  I gave each attendee an assignment based on the color combinations and stamp suggestions on page 5 of the new Idea Book & Catalog.  Each person dipped into the martini glass to pull out her assignment.  Well, there were a few groans and a few giggles, but they met the challenge head-on and created some beautiful projects.  Dottie drew "Traditional Christmas" and used Elements of Style for her first project.  That was too easy for her so she stretched her imagination and reached well outside her comfort zone for the 2nd project using the Vintage combination with Circle Circus.  Wow!  Great job, Dottie! 

Next is Cheryl.  She drew "Sweet Baby" and Animal Stories.  Now, Cheryl is a grandmother and loves to scrapbook, so this was a great choice for her and she proved how creative she is by incorporating some Designer Series Paper and the Square Lattice embossing folder to create a 6x6 scrapbook page.  I know she will put that to good use.     

Julia had a tough one.  Because my daughter wants a bicycle for her birthday, I put together the "Birthday Bash" colors and Pedaling Past from the current mini catalog.  But Julia took the challenge and created a wonderful card full of color, texture and fun.  I really like how she incorporated the cogs from the Cogs XL punch.  Maybe I'll dust off my bike and take a ride.....someday.

   Isn't this card cute?  Angel was thrilled when the stamp set she chose was Tropical Party and the color combo was Build-A-Bear.  So her.  This card actually matched the shirt she was wearing.  The 2nd project was so colorful and creative....just like Angel.   

 Now for our mother-daughter team:  Daphne chose "Vintage" colors of Very Vanilla, Riding Hood Red and Basic Black to use with Artistic Etchings.  I love all of that, but the card she made was stunning. 

Daughter, Melissa inherited her mother's creativity, but has her own sense of style.  I've always liked her style.  Melissa chose "Halloween" and From the Crypt.  Talk about creative!!  Yikes!  So, with no advanced planning on their parts, a limited supply of products and only their own imaginations, my team members proved how they became successful creative coaches and an inspiration to myself and others.  Well done, Ladies.  Well done.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY!!!!!

Today is the LAST DAY to order from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog!  Don't miss out on your favorites.  Tomorrow they will be gone for good so order them now.  

 Come back to my blog site tomorrow for some very exciting news!

Last deal of the year!

We are down to the last 2 days to order from the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog. Now is the time to stock up on cardstock before the price increase or get your favorite Designer Series Paper before it's gone for good. ~hint~ Right now, you can get 40 sheets of the neutrals like Basic Black or Basic Gray for $7.50. Effective July 1st, you get 24 sheets for $6.95. 40 sheets of Whisper White and Very Vanilla are now $7.50, but after June 30th, the price is $8.50.


As my way of saying thank you for being a loyal customer (or even a new one!) , I am offering a special offer just for you: 
For each $50* you spend, get another $10 in merchandise FREE!! (*does not include tax and shipping).

Don't wait!! The clock is ticking! Take advantage of this offer today. The last order will be placed no later than 8 pm on Wednesday, June 30th. Please be aware that many items have already sold out!! Check my website for a list of retiring items and their availability or call me.

Creatively yours,
Sandy

I just wanted to share some of the items I am offering to my downline and new recruits who want to join my flock of Ink Flamingos!   The flamingo purses are perfect for carrying mini catalogs and intro packets.  The flamingo purse holder (it's in the martini glass) is a great conversation starter.  And who wouldn't love a pair of those pink & white polka dot martini glasses??  Cosmo, anyone?    And for one more week only, the mini starter kit with all the NEW colors is only $99!!!   Wow!  June 30th is the last day to sign up for $99, but the goodies you see here are available until the end of July or until supplies run out.  Hurry!!  Supplies may be limited, but the fun of stamping is limitless!!

Our little visitor

Meet Izzie.  She's visiting us this week and maybe she will want to stay a little longer.  She's 2 years old, about 5 pounds and as sweet as can be.  She loves to cuddle and follows us everywhere.  Our English Springer isn't as impressed with her, however.  It appears that little Izzie has asserted herself to be the dominant one.  Small dog syndrome.  This should be a very interesting week for all of us.