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Monday, January 11, 2016

Floral Thinking of You Card



I created this 6" x 6" card using the January Stamp of the Month. I love the look. In fact, I use this pattern a lot when I'm creating a 6" x 6" card. I just think it's so pleasing to look at...almost like a quilt.  I'll give you paper measurements a little bit later in the post, and I'll include a supplies used list at the very end, complete with photos and links for your convenience.

As a reminder, this stamp set is only available in January and can be yours for only $5 ($12.95 discount) with every $50 you order (before shipping and tax).  Order $100, get 2...and so on.  When shopping on my website, you'll be prompted to add your set(s) before checking out.






Now, let's go back to those measurements:
  • The card is a 6" x 6" card, which means you'll need to cut a 12" x 12" piece of paper in half (6" x 12") and fold in half. You can leave the fold on top or on the side. I chose a top fold for this card.
  • Each of the squares are 2 7/8" 
  • The circle in the middle is a 3" circle
  • The sentiment banner is 1/2" x 2 3/4"
Have fun creating a card like this for yourselves!







Friday, January 8, 2016

Valentine Card for a Friend and My Next Card Buffet


This quick and easy card is one you can make at my next card buffet (February 4th or 5th)! Yep, it's true. This EXACT card.  It's just one of many to choose from.   Each card you make is only $2*, and that includes everything to make it (you bring your own adhesives) plus the envelope, and that includes having me there to help you with anything you need!  If you've never made cards before, never fear! I'm here to show you how, and all of the cards on the buffet are easy, peasy!
*you can get cards for less than $2 each.  Information on how is in the frequently asked questions below 

 

Wondering why I call them Card Buffets? It's because it's like an all-you-can-eat food buffet. The difference is that instead of food, it's cards. Instead of eating, you're making.  You can make as many as you can finish in the 2 hour time period and pay at the end. 

These buffets will be held at my home in Springville, UT.  Dates and times to choose from are listed below. I will allow a maximum of 8 attendees at each class so there will be plenty of space for you to work.  When you call or email me to sign up (pedermom@aol.com, 801.360.9896), I'll give you the exact address. 

Dates and Times to Choose From:

  • Thursday evening, February 4 from 7 - 9 pm
  • Friday morning, February 5 from 10 am - noon
Here are a few Frequently Asked Questions:

How does a card buffet work?  Easy!  You come, you eat as much as you want (make as many cards as you want) in the time period of the buffet, and then you go home.

What do I need to bring to the buffet?  Adhesive. That's it. I supply the rest.  I suggest a regular paper adhesive of your choice, glue dots, and 3D foam tape or squares. Bring plenty of each so you don't run out!

How many cards can I make?  As many as you want in the time period. The only rule is you have to finish each card completely before you move to the next card.

How much does it cost?  You pay by the card. $2 per card, which includes envelopes. There are a few ways to get your cards for less. For every friend you register and bring with you, you get .25 off each card. So, bring 2 friends, and your cards are only $1.50 each, bring 3 and they are $1.25, and so on.  The other way is to order at the buffet. For every $25 you order (before shipping and tax), you get .25 off the card prices.  Spend $25, get your cards at $1.75 each. Spend, $50, they'll be $1.50...and so on.  Combine bringing friends and ordering and you could feasibly get your cards for FREE!!!!!

How much time will it take to make each card?  That depends on you and how quick you are. It also depends on which cards you choose.  Some cards are a little more complicated, some are simple, and there are some in between.

How many kits are there for each card?  That varies but there are plenty of cards and kits to keep everyone happy!

What does a kit consist of?  All pre-cut pieces for the card, the card base and envelope, all embellishments, and the use of any tools and supplies (other than your adhesives) that are required to put the card together.

What kinds of cards will be available?  A good variety of all-occasion cards, Valentine cards, Thank you cards, birthday cards, baby cards, wedding cards, etc.

What if I love one card and want to make several of that card?  No problem! I just ask that you take one kit of that card at a time and finish that card before you get out another one.

Is there any way to get my cards at a discount?  Yes!  There are 3 ways.
  • When you call to reserve your spot, reserve a spot for a friend that has never attended one of my classes or workshops before and I will take .25 off your $2 per card price, which will get you your cards at $1.75 each.  Bring 2 friends, get your cards for $1.50 each, and so on.
  • The other way is to order at the buffet. For every $25 you order (before shipping and tax), you get .25 off the card prices.  Spend $25, get your cards at $1.75 each. Spend, $50, they'll be $1.50...and so on.

Thursday, January 7, 2016

White Chicken Chili Recipe

A cute family in our neighborhood had a new baby this week and I took dinner to them last night.  When I was trying to decide what to make, I thought of a soup that our daughter, Kori makes a lot that is delicious. I called and got the recipe and it turned out just so yummy. Good thing I made a double recipe so Dan and I could have some too (*wink*).

I thought you might enjoy making it as well, so I'm share the recipe today:


White Chicken Chili (Serves 4-6.  Kori Roberts)

2 chicken breast halves (I just shredded up a rotisserie chicken) 
1 lg onion, chopped very small
1 stick butter 
4 T flour (use corn starch if you want it to be gluten free) 
2 cups chicken stock 
2 cups half and half 
1 tsp green tabasco sauce 
1 tsp chili powder 
1 tsp cumin 
1 tsp salt 
1 tsp pepper 
16 oz white beans (I use cannelini beans) 
6 oz diced green chili peppers (I just use the canned ones)
1 1/2 c monterey jack cheese 
1/2 cup sour cream 
1 cup fresh cilantro (I'm not a huge cilantro fan so I left this out. Kori and her family love cilantro and always put it in)
Drop onion in skillet with 2 tbsp butter. Cook onion 'til soft and transluscent. Remove onion with slotted spoon and add remaining 6 tbsp of butter to the pot at low/med heat. Whisk in flour, creating a roux. Continue to whisk for about 3 mins. and add onion, broth and half and half. Bring to a boil and simmer until mixture starts to thicken. Stir in Tabasco sauce chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Add beans, chilies, chicken and cheese. Cook for about 20 mins, stirring occasionally. Add sour cream and finally cilantro.
It is beautiful served with a dolop of sour cream, some diced tomatoes and green onions, and some tortilla strips on top.


Enjoy!

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

February Play Group Scrappin' Class Layouts (Basic Fundamentals)





The deadline to order your long-distance kits or sign up to attend February classes in person is Saturday, January 9, by 10 pm MT.  Just call or email me to sign up (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com).

We'll be making three 2-page 12" x 12"  layouts using our Basics Fundamentals Cardstock line as well as creatively mixing in the Beautiful You Picture My Life Cards and a few matching accessories.  These layouts are perfect for just about anything! 

  February Dates and Times to Choose From:

  • Thursday evening, Feb. 11 from 7-10 pm in Pleasant Grove, UT
  • Friday morning, Feb. 12 from 10 am - 1 pm in American Fork, UT
After the layout photos, you'll find the shopping list.  In order to participate, you are only required to purchase the Basic Kit, but you are more than welcome to buy the Better or Best Kits, or to pick and choose from some of those items to add to your Basic Kit.  You'll see the kit totals in the shopping list below. I've also included a products list, complete with photos and links, at the end of this post for your convenience.

Feel free to click on any image to see it larger and in more detail. For each layout, I've included a photo of the layout with photos (with measurements included for each of the photo mats), and some detail shots.


Layout #1 - Love & Laugh  (inspired by my friend, Lisa Stenz: this layout is right on trend with it's pink, black and gold color scheme and that deer head...SWOON!):
Layout 1 with photos

Layout 1 without photos
Layout 1 details

Layout #2 - Grateful (inspired by my friend, Chris Lothian: this layout brings Slate grey into the mix of pink, black and gold):
Layout 2 with photos

Layout 2 without photos

Layout 2 details


Layout #3 - Beautiful Family (I love the Aztec look that is so big right now and though the mix of browns and blacks, with just a touch of pink fit that theme perfectly):
Layout 3 with photos

Layout 3 without photos

Layout 3 details

Basic Fundamentals Shopping List  (links and photos of all of the items in the kits, as well as supply items that are needed to complete the layouts, are at the end of the post so that you can see what each item is.):

Basic Package:
  • 1/2 package of Basic Fundamentals Cardstock Package
  • 7 1/2 sheets of White Daisy Cardstock
  • 4 sheets of Black Cardstock Canary Cardstock 
  • 1 sheet Cotton Candy Cardstock
  • Fundamentals Basic Stickers
  • Beautiful You Picture My Life Cards
  • Karen's Cutting Guide
Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person:  $42.50
Total including shipping and tax for those participating long-distance: $47.50
Total if you want me to cut your paper for you: add $5 to your total
Total if you want me to stamp your paper for you: add $5 to your total

Better Package* = Basic + the following:
  • Gold Fundamental Assortment
  • Corner Rounder
Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person:  $63.00*
Total including shipping and tax for those participating long-distance: $68.00
Total if you want me to cut your paper for you: add $5 to your total
Total if you want me to stamp your paper for you: add $5 to your total
Other tools needed to complete your kit:
  • Scissors
  • Paper Trimmer
  • Adhesives (I recommend a regular paper adhesive, glue dots, and 3D foam tape)
*At this purchase level ($50 or more) you qualify for the January Stamp of the Month ("Beloved Bouquet"...$17.95 value) for only $5.




Monday, January 4, 2016

Floral Embossed Valentine Card



Now that the Christmas and New Year holidays have passed us by, it's time to gear up for another one that will be here before you know it: Valentine's Day!  The January Stamp of the Month is a perfect set to create Valentine cards with.  It even has sentiments right in the set for your Valentine!






This little card really took very little time and used a relatively few number of products (January Stamp of the Month, Poppy Cardstock, White Daisy Cardstock, Versamark Pad, White Embossing Powder, Enchantment Fundamentals Cardstock, Coral Reef Sequins, Scallop Border Punch), but I think it has a dramatic effect. White embossing on solid colored cardstock always creates a pop that demands further appreciation.   Don't forget that this set is only available during January and is only $5 ($12.95 savings) with every $50 you order (before shipping and tax).  Order $100, get 2...and so on. When ordering on my website, you'll be prompted to add your set(s) before you check out. Easy, peasy!



Friday, January 1, 2016

January Specials With Close To My Heart and Happy New Year



Happy New Year!  I'm so excited for a fresh new year to begin today. There is something about new beginnings.  It's like waking up to a fresh snowfall that hasn't been walked or driven on yet. It's just so beautiful and full of possibilities. I hope your 2016 will be one that will go down in the books as one of your best years yet.

I have LOTS to share today!  There are a few January specials, a brand new mini-catalog, and of course, I have some artwork.

1.  Expressions 1 Mini- Catalog
2.  National Papercrafting Month and Special
3.  January Stamp of the Month
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1. Expressions 1 Mini Catalog:  It's here!  It's live TODAY!  This beautiful publication begins on January 1 and goes through April 30, so get all of the goodness from it you can.  It's full of lots of great kits, spring themed papers and accessories, new Picture My Life Cards, new Instalife products, lots of new stamp sets, accessories and embellishments, planners and accessories, and Thin Cut Dies (yep, you heard me! We now have dies!). Oh baby!  You're gonna love it. You can view it here.  You can order anything you see in it on my website, and if you want a copy for yourself, just email me at pedermom@aol.com and I'll drop one in the mail to you (US residents only).  Trust me, you want to see inside!


2.  National Papercrafting Month and Special (Live Your Day Picture My Life Cards):  Celebrate National Papercrafting Month with the exclusive Picture My Life™ Live Your Day scrapbooking program—available for one month only! This collection was designed to coordinate perfectly with the sensational Everyday Life™ 2016 Planner Pages and My Crush® Everyday Life Pages, so you can seamlessly integrate pocket scrapbooking into your 2016 planner. Whether in the planner or on their own, these cards make it easy to preserve your everyday moments all year long. Get yours today for only $8.95!  Click here to order yours.


For $8.95 you get:


  • 20 – 4" × 6" Cards
  • 36 – 3" × 4" Cards 
Same design on both sides. One side features the design vertically and the other side features it horizontally. These cards are acid-free, lignin-free, and buffered.


3. January Stamp of the Month (Beloved Bouquet):  Not only do I love the base and shade elements of this set (don't you love the solid floral and leave designs and the lined ones to stamp on top?), but the salutations and the FONTS (did I mention the fonts?)are just fabulous!  It's also just perfect for Valentine Cards.




As always, the Stamp of the Month is available this month only and is yours for only $5 ($12.95 savings) with every $50 you order (before shipping and tax).  Order $100, get 2...and so on.  When ordering on my website, you'll be prompted to add your set(s) before checking out. Easy, peasy!


You'll notice the layout I created using this set at the top of the post.  Here are a few detail photos.


Title close up

Journaling and subtitle close up



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