How to Make Tile Coasters

Making beverage coasters out of tile is so easy and fun!  I found these 4" tiles at my local home improvement store.  Here is how you can turn them into coasters:

1.) Stamp your image with black Staz-on ink.  (The butterfly image I used is from a discontinued hostess set called Measure of a Life.)

2.) Color the image with your Stampin' Pastels and a blender pen. 

3.) Take the tile outside and spray it with a matte acrylic sealer to lock in the color.  Be sure to check the wind direction so that it doesn't blow right back in your face! 

4.) Once your tile is dry, glue some felt or cork to the back of the tile so that it won't scratch your furniture. 

And that's it!  I told you it was easy!

Acrylic Post it Note Holders

Hey everyone!  Today's project is an inexpensive 3-1/2"x5" acrylic photo frame that I turned into a holder for Post-It notes.  I plan on making a bunch of these to sell at holiday craft fairs later on this year.  I think little gifts like this are just perfect for teachers and co-workers!

The cherry image is from the Tart & Tangy stamp set. 

Sweet Scoops Class: Saturday, June 5 at 2 PM

Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010

Time: 2:00 pm

Cost: $5 or FREE with a minimum $10 order.

Bring to class: double-sided adhesive (if you don't want to use glue sticks)

Make 4 deliciously sweet projects featuring the Sweet Scoops stamp set from the Summer Mini Catalog!

Referral Bonus:

Refer a friend who has never attended one of my classes and you can make an extra set of cards for FREE. Let me know if you have referred someone so I can have the materials ready for you.

Sneak Peek:

Here is one of the projects we will making!  I got the idea of the ice cream parlor awning and the pink and white color scheme from fellow demonstrator Lorri Heiling.  You can view her version of the card on her blog.

Butterfly Birthday Card

Here is a birthday card that I made for my Mom using the Flight of the Butterfly stamp set.  Do you like the Orchid Opulence card stock and ink pad I used?  Orchid Opulence is one of many colors that are retiring in June.  Be sure to stock up on your ink refills, markers, and card stock before they are discontinued!

Father's Day: Scrapbook in a Box

Coming soon for Father's Day ... We will make a little box that opens up to reveal a mini scrapbook designed to hold four 2"x2" photos!  

We will also make a coordinating greeting card to complete the gift. 

Watch the video to see how the box folds up!  (There is no sound in the video.)  For your reference, the page measures 7-1/2" x 7-1/2" when it's opened up and the vanilla square in the middle that says "dad" is 2-1/4" x 2-1/4".

For class dates and times, please visit my Meetup group at:
http://www.meetup.com/StampingHut

Getting Ready to Stamp

Yup, I'm already setting up for tomorrow night!  I have another table that's not shown in the photo, so there is still room for YOU if you would like to join us!


Spring Card Class
Tuesday, May 11 at 7 PM
http://www.meetup.com/StampingHut/calendar/13394765/

Please note: Online registration is closed.  You'll have to call or e-mail me to sign up.

Get notified of new classes through Meetup.com

Join the Stamping Hut Paper Crafters group on Meetup.com!  This is an online community of other local stampers who share your love of paper crafting.  

You can receive e-mails about new classes as soon as they are posted and even sign up and pay for classes online! 

http://www.meetup.com/StampingHut

"Starring You" class: Wednesday, May 26 at 7 PM

Edited on May 13: Note the new lower class price!  The stamp set is no longer included in the price of the class.

Date: Wednesday, May 26

Time: 7:00 pm

Cost: $5 or FREE with a minimum $10 order.

Bring to class: double-sided adhesive

***Payment is due to me by May 23.***

Just in time for graduation!  We will be making gift card holders and treat boxes with "Congratulations" and "Birthday" themes.

Here is how the gift card holders look like when they are open.  I love swinging open the hinge on the "Way to Go" card to reveal the gift card inside!

Class sizes are limited!  Payment is due to me by May 23 because I will be preparing your class materials in advance.  

Referral Bonus: Bring a friend who has never attended one of my classes and you get to make an extra set of projects for FREE!


How to sign up: You may call or e-mail me to RSVP and then mail me your personal check.  Another option is to sign up and submit your payment through PayPal by joining my Meetup.com group at http://www.meetup.com/StampingHut. 


- Lisa

Over 20 New items on the Clearance Rack!

Save up to 60%!  Items sell out quickly, so order online today!

If you are new to stamping, be sure to check out this kit.  It's a great deal!

Lifelong Notes Simply Sent Kit
Regular Price: $49.95
Clearance Price: $16.99
 
This kit contains the essentials for creating beautiful cards. And the designs are beautiful! It’s a great time-saver, as well—the card stock is prescored and precut. These kits are wonderful for beginners or anyone who wants to create several of the same card without spending a lot of time. Coordinates with: Bashful Blue, Old Olive, and More Mustard

■ Makes 10 cards, 5 each of 2 styles
Finished card size: 6-5/8"x 3-1/4"
 
Kit includes:
■ 6-piece die-cut stamp set
■ Bashful Blue, Basic Gray, Certainly Celery Classic Stampin’ Spots
■ Bashful Blue and Certainly Celery Long Notes
■ Whisper White (3-1/2" x 6-3/4") envelopes
■ Circle self-adhesive die-cuts: 5" x 7-1/4" sheets (2)
■ Ribbon self-adhesive die-cuts: 5" x 7-1/4" sheets (3)
■ 2" chipboard circle designs: 5" x 7-1/4", .59 mil sheets (2)
■ Stampin' Dimensionals (100)

Spring Card Class: Tuesday, May 11 at 7 PM

Date: Tuesday, May 11         

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Cost: $5 or free with a minimum $10 order

Sign up by May 9 to reserve your spot!

Please Bring the Following Materials to Class (If You Have Them)!

1.    Double-sided adhesive:  I will have glue sticks available for you to use, but most prefer to bring their favorite double-sided tape because it keeps hands from getting sticky. 

2.    Scissors: Bring a pair that can trim little bits of paper and cut through ribbon. 

This card class is geared to beginners, but stampers of all levels are welcome!  We will make 4 clean and simple cards that feature some of the colors that will be discontinued in June –- Pale Plum, Lavender Lace, Brilliant Blue, Only Orange, Going Gray, and Ruby Red.

***Bring a friend who has never attended one of my classes and you get to make an extra set of cards for free!  Let me know if you are bringing someone so I can have all of the materials ready.*** 

Hope to see you there!  Call or e-mail me to RSVP!


- Lisa