It's Back to Spool Time!

In honor of the new school year, Stampin' Up! is offering a Back to "Spool" Special. During September, you will receive a FREE package of 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon with every $40 purchase. Choose from any of the 2012-2014 In Colors—or spend $200 and get all five! Qualifying product totals exclude shipping and tax.

Stampin' Up! Halloween Spooktacular Starter Kit Special!

I WANT IT NOW!  Purchase the Stampin' Up! $99 Starter Kit and receive everything you need to complete the Howl-O-Ween Printer's Tray Project Kit featured above as a FREE product bonus!   Offer ends August 31. 

The Howl-O-Ween Printer's Tray Project Kit includes:

• Products (shown on the right in photo above) needed to create the adorable project (on the left).  Ink and clear blocks not included.
• You will receive the Stampin' Up! Toxic Treats stamp set (Holiday Catalog) in your choice of wood or clear-mount.   
• Also included is a full pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels, full Baker's Twine and partial products (enough to create the project) of the ribbon and buttons shown.
• The Howl-O-Ween project kit isn't offered anywhere else.  Be sure to take advantage of this special offer in August!

The $99 Stampin' Up! Starter Kit is a hobby stamper or business demonstrator's paper crafting dream come true! In addition to the Spooktacular product bonus, here are my favorite reasons to get the Stampin' Up! starter kit and become a member of my Stampin' Pretty Pals:

• YOU CHOOSE:  For $99 you get $125 worth of YOUR CHOICE of ANY current products in the Stampin' Up! Catalog.
• FREE SHIPPING:  The starter kit ships to you FREE, another 10% savings.
• I LOVE THIS CATALOG:  You'll receive 8 copies of the annual catalog as part of your kit.  Share with friends, customers or keep one in every room.  The catalog is THAT good with it's clean and simple design, pretty samples and oodles of stamp choices. 
• TAKE A TEST DRIVE:  Test out demonstrator discounts and benefits from the time you purchase your kit in August through Dec. 31.  There's no obligation to purchase anything further but the discounts are divine if you do!
• FILL YOUR WISH LIST:  Enjoy a 1 time benefit of 30% off your first demonstator product order of $150 or more (placed within 45 days).  Stock up on the new, redesigned foam ink pads (better ink coverage), stamps and coordinating accessories. 
• EVERYDAY DISCOUNT:  You'll receive an everyday 20% discount on anything you purchase while you remain active.
• PRE-ORDER:  Purchase Stampin' Up! products one month in advance of the customer sales period.  Cool.
• RESOURCES:  Stampin' Up! offers a monthly magazine, private website and gallery, video tutorial library and much more. 
• IAgain, there's no risk, no obligation to purchase anything further and no penalty to drop!

READY TO GET STARTED?  TO ORDER your kit, please go to: www.lauramorris.stampinup.net.

Sweet 16 Birthday Card

I love the way this card came out. I made this card using the Forever Young cartridge.

Tropical Shirt Card

I was inspired to create this "Tommy Bahama" by a card I saw on a blog that I follow. So cute and easy to do.

Feel Better Soon Card

Here's the card I made last night for a co-worker who wasn't feeling very well.

Cricut Pop-Up Neighborhood Cartridge

Received my exclusive Cricut Circle Pop-Up Neighborhood cartridge today. Can't wait to play with it.

Cricut Swarm - Maggie Valley, NC

We are having a great time at our Cricut Swarm.
Happy Halloween!

September 2010 Maggie Valley, NC Cricut Swarm

Fall is finally here. Our little group has grown! We had an awesome weekend scrapbooking, card making and letting our creative minds go wild. The weather was just beautiful. Some even elected to craft outside on the deck.

Can't wait til our next Swarm scheduled for October 29-31, 2010. Anyone care to join us? There's still some spots available.

Our First Cricut Swarm - Maggie Valley, NC

Here's a few pics from our first Cricut Swarm in Maggie Valley, NC - August 13-15, 2010. We had a fantastic time and can't wait until our next Maggie Valley, NC Cricut Swarm - Sept. 24-26, 2010. There are still a few spaces available.

Ribbon Ring - Ribbon Organizing System

Here's a ribbon storage idea that I found on YouTube.

New Cricut Swarm Dates Added!

Hi everyone. Two more Cricut Swarms have been added to the calendar. Sept. 24-26, 2010 and Oct. 29-31, 2010. If you are interested, please contact me at: lauramorris99@bellsouth.net.

Cricut Swarm - Scrapbooking Retreat

The retreat is almost here! There is still room available. If you are interested, please contact me at: lauramorris99@bellsouth.net. We would love to have you join us.

Cricut Swarm - Maggie Valley, NC, August 13-15, 2010

Hi everyone. The registration form has been completed. If you are interest in receiving a registration form, please email me at: lauramorris99@bellsouth.net and I will email it to you.

Western North Carolina Cricut Swarm - Maggie Valley, NC - August 13-15, 2010

What is a Cricut Swarm? A Swarm is a gathering of Cricut users and their friends that is sponsored by an individual. A Swarm is a gathering of friends to craft or scrapbook using their Cricut. It is meant to promote the fun and enjoyment you receive from your Cricut products.

Since a few of us cannot find a Cricut Swarm in our area, we've decided to start our own. Our first Cricut Swarm will be held on August 13 (3:00 PM) - 15, 2010 (12:00 Noon). The cost will be $100.00 which includes room and board.

Details:

When: August 13-15, 2010

Place: Maggie Valley, NC

Cost: $100.00 (room and board)

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

Cabin Information:

4 Bedroom/3 Bath + Loft, Wood-burning Fireplace, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher , 3 TV/VCR/DVD, Wireless Internet, Satellite, Central Heat and Air, 5 Disc CD Changer/AM/FM Sound System, GarageEntire Porch Covered, Gas Grill, Great Views (3400 ft elevation)

1st Floor: Living Room (wood fireplace), Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom with 2 Twin size beds, 2nd Bedroom with 2 twin size beds with French doors to covered deck Full bath

2nd Floor: Large Master Bedroom with Queen size bed with walk in closet and full bath, Loft area.

3rd Floor: Downstairs Bedroom with Queen size bed, full bath, family room with additional ining room table & chairs, TV/VCR/DVD and Queen size sleeper sofa.

Family Photo Frame

Here's my latest project. It's a 12" x 12" photo frame. I etched the glass behind the word Family and also etched three snowflakes on the lower left corner.

Anniversary Card

Halloween Cards

I was inspired to make these cards after watching Robyn at My Pink Stamper's tutorial.

Ghost Pop

It is so cute! I borrowed this idea from Robyn at My Pink Stamper. Boo... Halloween is almost here. This ghost pop is so simple to make. All you need is Tootsie Pops, coffee filters, a stamp, black ink and ribbon or twine to tie it together.

Cupcake Card

Hi there. Here's the cupcake card and matching envie that I made using the Cricut Wild Card cartridge.

New Owl Spacer

Just testing my new owl blog spacer.

Halloween Party Favors

Pumpkins cut out using the Cricut Expression. Candy on the right is wrapped using scrapbooking paper. Candy on the left is wrapped with Avery labels stampped with Halloween stamps.

Birthday card with matching envelope that I made for Kerstin.

Anniversary Card

I made this card using Stampin Up's beautiful cardstock and ribbon. I used the Cricut Expression to cut the heart out and decorated the heart with Stickles.

Skirt Steak Tostadas

What do you make with a mango, three lemons, three limes, an onion and a couple of hot peppers?

You make Skirt Steak Tostados!

Fall 2009

I love the colors of this wall hanging. I quilted it last Fall using Moda fabric.

I also quilted this table runner last Fall using Moda fabric.

Baby Shower Treat Bags

Here's the little baby shower treat bags that I made for Kimberly's shower.

Ms. Owl's a Hoot!

Isn't she cute! I made her with the Cricut Expression and used the Cuttlebug to emboss her eyes. Also made the cute coordinating envelope to match.

Popcorn Cup

I made this popcorn cup using the Cricut Expression and used Prima flowers for embellishment.

Scalloped Top Purse

I was inspired to make this purse from an example that I saw on Mona's Blog: Cupcake Creations.

Dragonfly Card

I created this card today for my best friend. Both of us have gotten reacquainted with card making and in honor of her unconditional friendship, I dedicate this card to her.

Graduation Day

June 10, 1979 - BAHS - Graduation held at the Reichstag - Berlin, Germany. Laura Colangelo and Diane Westrom

The Gang

1976-77 Berchtesgaden, Germany - Laura Colangelo, Karen Presley, Kendra Payne and Diane Westrom