Rudolph

These Stampin' Up materials are available for purchase. Call me to place your order today!

RSVP deadline

Our Christmas Stamp a Stack is in 4 days! Today is the day we finalize our numbers and materials for our exciting crafting event. If you have not contacted me yet, please do so.

Peace on Earth #2

I absolutely LOVE this card. I made it at Nancy's mini stamp camp.

Happy Christmas

This card was designed by Jackie. Get a head start on your Christmas cards. Call me to place your order today!

Peace on Earth

Here is a card I made at Nancy's mini stamp camp.

Christmas Stamp a Stack!!

Carline and I are having our Christmas Stamp a Stack this upcoming Sunday. Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 17, 2010. You can reach me by email, facebook, or call my cell (305-720-7965). I am super excited and I hope you are too!

Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards

Another day of cardmaking. Check out the Thanksgiving cards I made for tomorrow's swap!

Gi made these beautiful Christmas cards.

All of the items used to create these cards can be purchased. Call me and place your order today.

XOXO,

Nelle

Crafting with Family :-)

There's nothing like getting together with family and making cards!

My godmother, Gi and cousin, Jo came over last night for some wine, dinner, movie, and crafting. I had a great time. Check out the pics.


Jo's card


Paper:

• Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Melon Mambo cardstock
• Whisper White cardstock
• Rich Razzleberry pattern paper

Rich Razzleberry ribbon


Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set

Melon Mambo ink pad

Sherbert Designer Buttons

Punch:

• scallop oval
• large oval

Here is my card

Paper:

• Crumb Cake cardstock
• Melon Mambo cardstock
• Whisper White cardstock
• Melon Mambo pattern paper
  

Melon Mambo polka dot ribbon

Happy Everything stamp set

Melon Mambo ink pad

Vintage brads

Finally!!

I'm back!!! It's been a crazy couple of months. So much has happened since the last time I wrote on my blog. My husband and I recently welcomed two beautiful baby boys to our family (our cousin, Caiden and our nephew, Noah born one day apart). They are truly adorable.

I was also getting ready for the new school year. I'll be teaching 3rd grade this year and I'm looking forward to the challenge. Here is what my classroom looks like after two weeks of cleaning, organizing, and decorating.



I am now convinced that I am obsessed with animal print!

FYI...I am plannning on having a Stampin' Up workshop soon, so look out for my flyer.

Crafty Pink Party

Carline's "Crafty Pink Open House" was a success. We had a great time! The decor was absolutely pinky :-)



Congrats Carline! You did an amazing job.

If you are interested in hosting a workshop or becoming a demonstrator contact me at aijcave@hotmail.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.

XOXO,

Nelle

My cousin, Carline is having an open house today and I am very excited for her. A Stampin' Up Open House is like an orientation. You learn about the Stampin' Up products, you see sample projects, sign up for upcoming classes, and mingle with other guest. Best of all, you get to create a "make and take." Carline is calling it "A Crafty Pink Open House" and I am sure we will have a great time. I'll post pictures tomorrow.

I woke up this morning feeling a little homesick. I really miss my mother and sisters. Here is a picture of a card I created this morning. I am dedicating it to my mother and sisters. I love and miss you guys.

Stamp Set

Elements of Style

Paper

Rich Razzleberry paper stock

Melon Mambo paper stock
Whisper White paper stock

Ink/Marker

Black Staz On ink pad

Melon Mambo marker

Old Olive marker

Rich Razzleberry marker

Accessories

Gel Pen

Silver Embossing Powder

XOXO,

Nelle

Stampin' Up 2010-2011 Catalog

The 2010-2011 catalog is here! It is filled with many new stamps, punches, colors, and ideas. It's a must have for all crafters whether you are a beginner or an expert. Call me if you would like to purchase one.

Cards

I made this Thank You card for my family who have been so supportive this past week. Love you guys.

Stamp Set
Because I Care (level 1 Hostess set)

Paper
Cajun Craze paper stock
Marina Mist paper stock
Crumb Cake paper stock

Ink
Cajun Craze
Marina Mist
Old Olive

Accessories
silver brads
gel pen

I will have the new catalog next week. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing one. If you have any ideas for my upcoming classes, please post a comment.




Oldie but goodie

This is a simple Father's Day card I made for my uncle. It's never too late to share :-) Actually I'll do my best to post the pictures as I create the cards.

XOXO,

Nelle

Update

It's been a hectic couple of weeks, but I know God has a plan and everything will happen when He wants it to. I had to postpone my June class until August. I've been working on a few orders and projects. I made a beautiful baby scrapbook for my sister-in-law (she loved it) and a few sets of cards.

I'm hoping to have a class in August. I will let you know date and time. In the meantime, I am enjoying not having to go to work.

XOXO,
Nelle

Open House (June 2010)

I had my first open house on June 5th. I had seven guests show up (not bad). I talked a little about the company Stampin' Up and how I got started. I demonstrated how to create a basic card and then had the guests create an easel card for post its (see picture below). I got the idea from the 2010 Stamp Camp and my cousin, Carline. She is my upline and my cheerleader--LOL. I can't wait for my first Stamp class which will be at the end of June.

<3,

Nelle

Introduction

Welcome to my blog. I am so excited! I am new to this and I have a lot to learn...



I am an elementary school teacher. I've taught 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 4th grade. Next school year, I'll be teaching 3rd grade. Yayyyy. One of my many goals is to earn a doctorate degree in educational leadership. I got married 18 months ago to the love of my life and we hope to start a family some time in the near future :-)



I started scrapbooking while I was in college. I enjoyed it a lot, but due to my demanding schedule and everything else going on in my life at the time, I stopped. I was starting to feel overwhelmed. I started a teaching job and went back to school for my Master's. Last January after the earthquake in Haiti, I decided that I needed to start scrapbooking and writing again. In the process I actually found a new love--cardmaking. My wonderful cousin introduced me to Stampin' Up and I am now hooked. LOL. I recently became a demonstrator and I'm looking forward to sharing my projects with you.



XOXO,

Nelle