It’s Been One Heck of a Memorable Week!

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Hi Stamping Friends! 

I'm finally back to my blog after an amazing and very emotional week.  I'm still trying to soak it all in—the highs and the lows.  When I last posted, I was on my way to my Founder's Circle retreat and I can't wait to share all of the details of this wonderful trip!  I'll have lots of photos and stories in an upcoming post!

 
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Unfortunately, while I was away, I got word that my sweet 19-year-old Lucky dogger was not doing well.  My husband Andy and I decided it was time to let him go.  Needless to say, I was completely distraught, especially since I wasn't able to be there with him at the end.  The news certainly put a damper on my trip, but I think that I was truly meant to be with a fabulous group of supportive friends to make it a little easier on me. We don't have any children, so Lucky was our baby. 
 
So, now, after taking a day off to grieve and clean up all the dog stuff, I'm trying desperately to catch up on everything. Before my trip, I was already behind on my projects due to all of the time spent taking care of Lucky. And now that he's gone, I feel like I'm on slo-mo auto-pilot.  Many things are falling through the cracks, so I'm hoping that you'll be patient with me as I get used to my new normal. 
 
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Founder's Circle Special—Thank you to everyone who placed an online order with me while I was away!  If you used the special hostess code for your order, I'll be sending out a little Halloween treat bag gift in the next couple of days.  I'm extending this special one more day!  Simply place an online order and use the Hostess Code: DFCAGXKF to qualify.  Ends today, September 23, 2015.
 
Emails & Class Signups—If you've emailed me in the past week, I will reply as soon as I can.  I've had more emails than usual to go through after the loss of my dog.  If you were trying to register for a class, don't worry!  I will make sure to get you signed up before the deadline! 
 
Weekly Deals—Check out the new Weekly Deals!  This week, save on the Lucky Stars (awww…Lucky) embossing folder, 1/8" Gold Ribbon, the Ornate Tag Topper Punch and more!  Prices are good thru September 28, 2015.
 
"Last Thursdays" Monthly Class—Yes, I'm still having my class tomorrow, September 24, 2015.  No, I do not have the cards created yet, but that is next on my list!  We'll have at least a couple autumn themed cards and I'll share them on my Too Cool Stamping Facebook page sometime today.  We'll be creating 4 cards for $10, or the class is FREE with a minimum qualifying order at the event.  Please RSVP today by 8pm. 
 
Embellished ornaments - two coolCountdown To Christmas Embellished Ornaments Class—Registration Ends Tomorrow!
Our second class in the series is featuring the most awesome stamp set of the holiday season…Embellished Ornaments!  You don't want to miss this one!  Local class is Sunday, October 4 and Class-To-Go Kits are available. 
 
See complete details: Embellished Ornaments Class.

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Flurry of Wishes Founder's Circle Swap Card

One of my favorite parts of my Founder's Circle trip was participating in the card swap with 110 demonstrators!  There are actually 120 people who earn Founder's Circle—100 demos from the United States and 20 from Canada.  I have to say it was a little intimidating creating a card for this group of awesome stampers that I've admired for so long! 

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Background Basics—I started my card with a 3-3/4" x 5" piece of Whisper White stamped with images from the Flurry of Wishes stamp set.  That is layered onto a 3-7/8" x 5-1/8" piece of Island Indigo and mounted onto a Mint Macaron card base.

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Stamped Snowflakes—I stamped the largest snowflake three times in Island Indigo.  Then, I stamped the medium snowflake in Bermuda Bay three more times.  I filled in the blank spaces with the smallest snowflake in Mint Macaron.  Oooh, these snowflakes are so pretty!

I added a 1/2" x 5" strip of Silver Foil down the side to add shimmer and help direct your eye to the focal point.

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Flurry Focal Point—I stamped the smallest snowflake in Bermuda Bay onto Whisper White, then punched it with the Snow Flurry Punch.  I love that this punch will punch out both the small and medium size snowflakes!  That made it super-easy to create the larger Silver Glimmer Paper snowflake layer behind the stamped one to add sparkle and really make it pop! 

I adhered the silver layer to a 3-3/4" x 1-3/4" piece of Whisper White with Tear & Tape Adhesive, then popped up the stamped snowflake with Dimensionals.  It's topped with a Rhinestone Jewel.

Bundle It & Save—Purchase the Flurry of Wishes stamps set and the Snow Flurry Punch together in a bundle and save 15%!

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Sweet Sentiment—I stamped the Flurry of Wishes greeting in Island Indigo.  I love how the sentiment really describes the flurry of snowflakes stamped on the background. 

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Two Cool—I tried moving the sentiment and focal point toward the top for another similar version.

Complete Supplies List—"Clear mount" is a rubber stamp to be used on a clear acrylic block, "Photopolymer" is the see-thru style of stamps, also used with acrylic blocks.

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I'd Love To Hear From You!  Leave me a comment at the bottom of the page!

Angie

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Embellished ornaments - ensembleRegister Now For The Embellished Ornaments Countdown To Christmas Class!

Get your Christmas cards done a little at a time this year!  Each month in this 4-month Countdown To Christmas Series we'll create 12 cards (6 each of 2 designs) from a featured holiday stamp set that's included in the class kit! 

  • Class-To-Go Kits Available!
  • Demonstrator Cards-Only Kits Available!

See Details: October Countdown To Christmas!

Contact Me by September 25 To Register for October!

7 thoughts on “It’s Been One Heck of a Memorable Week!”

  1. Hi Angie. I am so sorry on your loss of your “baby”. I do understand how you feel. I lost my husband several years ago and two months later I then had to make a decision on my 18 yo Bear. The why never was answered but the passing will open your heart to love another. Congrats on your recent accomplishment!

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  3. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved dog. I understand the feelings you are going through. Know there are many of us who care and will listen to any more words you have to say about your dog. I’m glad you had the support on your wonderful trip. Your card here is gorgeous.

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  6. I am SO VERY SORRY for your loss of your baby Lucky! I can TOTALLY understand, empathize and sympathize! I lost my baby, Maggie, when she was 16 years old! Hubby and I were gone for 8 weeks on business. Called at 6 weeks to check on things and found out she was ill. I had the house sitter take her to an emergency vet and found out her kidneys had failed! 😪😢. The next morning she was put to sleep then cremated. I never got to say good bye! I too couldn’t have children so my dogs are my babies!
    God bless you! I know without a shadow of a doubt that we see our pets again and will live with them forever after we leave this life! Let yourself grieve and be patient with yourself! If you need to cry in my shoulder I’m here!! My number is 681-252-3005! My name is December Caswell! SERIOUSLY CALL IF YOU WANT! I wished I had a support group when I loss my Maggie! HUGS 😊❤️😘💋

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