Welcome to the TEAM Bryn!

What a BUSY weekend! I had a fireworks party here at my house on 7-3. My back yard is across the street from Arlington Park and they do a spec-TAC-ular fireworks display every year, of course we have a party for everyone to come enjoy the show. On the 4th, I marched in the Mt. Prospect Parade with my church for the Awana Clubs. I also was represented in the Palatine Jaycees Fair and had a big 4th of July bash at my house! This is the outfit Violet wore in the Mt. Prospect Parade:


My newest downline Bryn made the skirt and I stamped the tshirt! Click the first picture for the best close up details. Want boutique clothes for your toddler or child? Check out Bryn's etsy store, Autumn Raindrops. She has a few items up there now and will be adding daily. You can also contact Bryn for special orders!

On the 5th I did a fair put on by the Palatine Jaycees. It was fun and I met some cool stampers! This is the make and take card I was offering, you never know if it might show up on a card and project buffet:

Supplies Used to make this card:
Apple Green 2 Cardstock
Coral Red 2 Cardstock
Yellow 1 Cardstock
White Cardstock
Mega Scallop Circle Punch
Super Jumbo Circle Punch
Paper Piercer
Ordinary Greetings
Sweet Goodies

Thanks for stopping by! I hope your 4th was a fantastic as mine! God Bless America!

More Linear Sentiments!

I had so much fun making the projects for my upcoming Linear Sentiments Stamp Club! With Linear Sentiments your cards and projects will go together in a snap! There is no coloring required, just add ink and stamp! I find that Linear Sentiments is a perfect pair with TAC alphabets. Now you can get more use out of those alpha sets that you bought for scrapbooking! OR if you have been considering an alphabet now is the time to pick it up!

The simple and sweet baby card to the left features The ScorPal, Palette Inks in Reflection Blue, Toile Pink, Paris Lights, and Burnt Umber, Linear Sentiments and Simple Bet.

This is another card we will make in stamp club on 7-11. The sassy pink and black card features Sketched Bet Lowers, Linear Sentiments, Butterbees and More, Palette Ink in Toile Pink and Noir, Shimmer Brads, White PrismaColor Pencil, White Souffle Pen, Bitty Blossoms, Crystal Lacquer and Prisma Glitter.

I still have a few seats available for Stamp Club, email me right away if you want to take the class! HINT - I don't want to give away the entire class, BUT there is a cute gift item we will make to match the simple sweet baby card! Email or call to reserve your spot.

Linear Sentiments Stamp Club is 7-11

Friday, July 11th 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Stamp Club Featuring Linear Sentiments
Make 3-5 projects, keep the featured Stamp Set. July Stamp set is Liner Sentiments! BRAND NEW to the Fall Collection! Class $31 and includes a $19.95 Stamp Set for you to keep! Please RSVP with payment by June 30th, I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Here is a sample of what we will make in class. I just love this stamp set, it is so versatile and FUN! Here is another example of Linear Sentiments for you to view!

I got Linear Sentiments as part of the Brilliant Beginnings Bundle TAC offered to Demos before the Fall/Winter Catalog was released! Not only did we get to order ahead of anyone else, BUT TAC gave use the bundle at 55% off! Being an Angel really is just more FUN! (AND more affordable too!) Wanna join my Team for the discount and other AWESOME benefits? Click here!

Got a New Camera!

I am so relieved! I feel like I can talk to you all again!! Here is a card I made today with some hostess sets new to this catalog! Did I mention that I love EVERY Level A and Level B hostess set in the Fall/Winter Inspiration Book!

Speaking of catalog...The new ones arrived yesterday! I am going to announce my catalog debut event in the next few days, I had to cancel Friday. Be on the look out for a new date! Just email or call me if you want a copy of the new book!

Supplies used to make this card:

Yellow 1 Cardstock

Versamark Ink

Sanding Block

Brown Cardstock

Ivory Cardstock

Raw Sienna Palette Ink

Beaux Arts Blue Palette Ink

Moulin Rouge Palette Ink

Landscape Palette Ink

Burnt Umber Palette Ink

Linear Sentiments

Crisscross (Hostess Level B Set)

Just For You (Hostess Level A Set)

Technical Difficulty

Technical Difficulty! My daughter dropped my camera! I will be back in commission as soon as possible! I am looking into repairs today! Be on the look out for some blog tags AND Seminar/New Catalog updates SOON!

Rockin' Roxie Matchbook

These kits are so much FUN!! This little scrapbook is made with TAC's AWESOME Rockin' Roxie Matchbook Kit! You can get your Rockin' Roxie Kit FREE until June 16th. Click here for details, then email me to order!

Supplies Used in this project:
Rockin Roxie Matchbook Kit
Miss Moxie Hardware
Miss Moxie Ribbon
Lime Scrappers Floss
Red Scrappers Floss
Palette Burnt Umber Ink
Petal Pack
Swoops and Swirls (a current level A hostess set)


Cover Opens like a Matchbook, I made this book Portrait so that the book stands vertical. Look at that yummy wide green grosgrain ribbon! Isn't is BEAUTIFUL.














Inside Cover and First Page, The pages flip down. Click on any picture to see a close up.















Second and Third Pages, by cutting the tabs in half and using them on the pages (page 3) instead like an index (page 2) you can increase the number of embellishments you have to choose from.















Fourth and Fifth Pages















Pages Six and Seven















Pages Eight and Nine, notice how wrapping a length of ribbon around the page makes a quick and gorgous embellishment for both the front and back side of that page. I just wrap the ribbon and secure with a knot of contrasting scrappers floss.















Page Ten and Eleven, notice how I used a small photo on page Eleven? It is really easy to 'forget' to journal. I used a scrap of yellow from Miss Moxie cardstock and just a small photo leaving space for my husband to write a personal note to Violet. It was their preschool date night. Word stamps are a great way to spice up a design, but should not replace personal journaling!















Page Twelve and Back Inside Cover, look at the super cool, super trendy parentheses! The Rockin' Roxie kit comes with lots of them and all the tags, tabs and photo corners you see! I think it took me longer to photograph and blog then this book took me to make!
Thanks so much for stopping by!

Marisa's June News and Notes

Where did May go?? Can you believe it is already SUMMER? Violet's last day of school is June 5th and Desi's last day is June 6th! Time FLIES!

Here is what you will find in this issue:

• Reserve your Fall/Winter Collection Catalog NOW
• A Buggy Stamp of the Month
• Vintage Stamp Set
• *MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition Minis! Just $2.95...Collect them ALL!
• YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
• THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
• Updated Class Schedule for June and July

Fall/Winter 2008 Catalogs

I need to order my supply of the BRAND NEW Catalog and Ideabook who wants one? Email and let me know so I can decide how many boxes to order. The new catalog is yours FREE (just pay postage if I have to mail it to you) if you will agree to let me follow up for an order. You know there is bound to be lots of great stuff you just have to have! I will call you a week after you get your new book. There is a preview of FOUR stamp sets at the end of this post.

Stamp of the Month:

Available June 1st - 30th, this FUN buggy set sure has a summer feel! Be sure to check out all the samples done with this unique Stamp of the Month, they really opened up my eyes to the possibilities of this set! "Butterfly Boxes" is ONLY $5.95 ($7.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Contact me with your order right away.Vintage Stamp Set

Available June 1st - 30th June's Vintage Stamp Set is a super cute teddy bear set!! "Bear My Hugs" is just $10.95 ($15.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Don't miss this set, it is a return of a retired set available for one month only.

*MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition #2 Minis!

Available May 9th - June 16th I am so excited to announce there are even more Limited Editions sets to collect! With a $30 purchase made between May 9th and June 16th you can get one of each of these FOUR sets for just $2.95 each! Collect Them ALL! EVEN more endless possibilities at a Teeny-Tiny price!

YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
Available May 9th - June 16th
May is a great time to try TAC's high quality easy to complete Matchbook kits. Check out the details of this great special and email or call me to order!Get "True Wealth" an awesome Limited Edition Stamp Set and both Pemberley Bay AND Rockin' Roxie Matchbook kits all for one low price...just $28.90! If I have at least 4 more people order this special I will offer another FREE class...Click here for details about the Matchbook Class.

THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
Available May 2nd and only while supplies last!
Feminine, romantic, perfect for spring and Mother's Day! Get the beautiful Bella Flor Classic Soar With It Collection for just $10! Stock up while you can, price is good while supplies last!Here is a look at a super cute mini album project made with Bella Flor...TUTORIAL INCLUDED!

June Classes
Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Stamp Club is BACK!!
Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How". Class is $23. RSVP's must be made TODAY. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Friday, June 27th 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet - CATALOG DEBUT
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards when total orders are over $100! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend. Here is a sneak peek at some of the stamp sets coming in the Fall/Winter 2008 Collection:

July Classes
Friday, July 11th 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Stamp Club
Make 3-5 projects, keep the featured Stamp Set. July Stamp set is Liner Sentiments! BRAND NEW to the Fall Collection See above for a picture of the set! Class $31 and includes $19.95 for you to take! Please RSVP with payment by June 30th, I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Sunday, July 14th 11 am - 3 pm
OPEN HOUSE
Join me, It Takes Two Jewelry and other select friends for an open house...Check out my calendar on the right menu bar for more details as they fill in. This open House will be at Pam's house in Rolling Meadows.

Friday, July 25th 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Masterpiece Cards is BACK!!
Come make three beautiful cards for just $10. These cards focus on lots of detail and technique. The end results are beautiful cards meant for someone special. RSVP by June 21st so that I have enough time to cut the card kits.

Stamp Club - LAST CALL

If you have not RSVP'd for Stamp Club email me today! I need to order 'Oh How' for you. I will be placing my order tomorrow!

Here is a cute little bag-a-lope that we will make. If you missed the post we will also make this FUN circle card.

Stamp Club is Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm. Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How". Class is $23. RSVP's must be made TODAY. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Sharing an 8x8 Scrapbook Page:

I made this 8x8 page to do as a make and take with the Lexington Moms Group. I will be cropping with them this weekend!

The kraft is the 8x8 page and behind are more of the colors and patterns in the Gentle Beginnings Designer Paper Collection. Each mom will select their own colors and patterns for their page.

This page came together quickly and in my opinion it is very current in style. What do you think? Think the Lexington Moms will like it?



Supplies Used to make this page:
Kraft Cardstock
Gentle Beginnings Designer Paper
VersaMagic Cloud White and Thatched Straw Ink
Pallete Seascape and Chartreuse Ink
Swirly Gigs
Running Stitches
Paint-Chipped Uppers
Bitty Blossoms
PrismaGlitter
Crystal Lacquer
Colluzzle Circle Template
Hydra Sponges

Buffet Tonight and Perfect Palette for PENNIES!

These supper glittery 3x3 cards store right in the super stylish little tote! This ensemble features TAC's Perfect Palette for PENNIES special! Get this beautiful paper for just $10 per pack while it lasts!

Make this project TONIGHT on the card and project buffet!

Supplies Used to make this project:

Bella Flor Paper

Squiggle Ladybugs

Bitty Blossoms

Mimi Hardware

Scallop Scissors

Prisma Glitter

Glittering Gel Pens

Crystal Lacquer

Gelly Glaze Pens

I want YOU for The Angel Company!

Have you been thinking about getting your wings? Want a fantastic opportunity to make money along side your family and other commitments? Are you looking for a little something to be yours to nurture and build? Are you tired of someone else being the boss? Want to get out more and make life long friends?

Well than, "I want YOU" for The Angel Company. I am very close to meeting my goal of Manger (of the Moonbeam Stampers) with TAC. If you have been thinking about getting your wings, or if the thought just occurred to you, would you consider signing up now?

In order to make my goal, I am looking for three brand new Angels to join my team this month. The first three to join me between now and May 31st will get a $19.95 stamp set from me as a welcome and thank you for helping me achieve my goals!

Get started with The Angel Company today! Take a small portion of your Economic Stimulus Rebate and INVEST it in your personal economic future. Whether you join for the discount or for a business, getting your wings just makes good financial sense.
Call or email me if you want to talk about The Angel Company, getting your wings, The Moonbeam Stampers or any other related subject.

Free Class with Matchbook Promotion!

Your Memories Have Met Their MATCH! I love the fast and easy matchbook kits from TAC! I did the Pemberley Bay book featured in this post in less that 3 hours!

Right now TAC has a fantastic deal on the Matchbook Kits and a Limited Edition Stamp Set called "True Wealth". These easy assemble matchbooks make great scrapbooks/brag books and great creative journals too! Whether or not you use pictures you will have a great time creating with these easy kits!

(left) Cover Shot, (right) matchbook open to show inside cover and page one, (below) pages two and three


Get "True Wealth", Pemberley Bay, AND Rockin' Roxie Matchbook kits for one low price...just $28.90! Local stampers that order the matchbook special now can RSVP for a free class on Friday May 30! Come and work on your matchbook kits with other creative stampers. Share stamps and ideas with other creative people! I will have 20+ word/quote and swirly stamp sets for you to use AND I will have finished samples of both Pemberley Bay and Rockin' Roxie books for your inspiration!

(left) pages four and five, (right) pages six and seven.

The class will be open format, open to your own creative interpretations. You will make the kits into your own unique creation. When you order your kit you might want to add on some of the awesome embellishments and cardstock that coordinate. Place your kit order on or before 5-26 so that I have plenty of time to order and receive your kits.

(left) pages eight and nine, (right) pages ten and eleven.

CREATIVE CLASS DETAILS:

Matchbook Class is at my house from 6:00pm to 9:30pm. Anyone that orders the special on or before 5-26 is entitled to this open format class.

BRING:

Photos (optional)

Your matchbook kits and stamps you want to include in your creation. I have lots of stamp sets that will be available for you to use in addition to anything you might bring.

Adhesive

Embellishmets like Hemingway Hardware and Ribbon, Amberley Grace Hardware and Ribbon and Miss Moxie Hardware and Ribbon.

Cardstock like Amberley Grace, Hemingway and Miss Moxie

(below) page twelve and inside back page

Oh How! Stamp Club

Yup, it is a circle! It fits perfectly in a 5.5 square envelope. I needed a Mother's Day card for my Aunt. My mom is a twin, when you have a mom with a twin it is kinda like having two moms. I needed to make projects for my Oh How Stamp Club and Auntie Mar LOVES apples, it just seemed to fit, so I made this card for her.

Wanna come to Stamp Club? Here are the details, please RSVP asap cuz I am limiting this class to SIX stampers! I will open a second night if there is enough demand.

Stamp Club Is BACK!!!
Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How".
Class is $23. RSVP's must be made and paid for by Monday JUNE 2nd. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

May News and Notes

Hello Spring?!? Well, maybe some day! Spring has been off to a cold start! Good thing The Angel Company is heating it up with a couple of hot specials for May. Please take some time to review the great specials and when they begin and end...there is so much going on this month!! If you want to order something just email me and I will call you for your payment info...It's that easy!
Here is what you will find in this issue:

• Another AWESOME Stamp of the Month
• Vintage Stamp Set
• *MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition Minis! Just $2.95...Collect them ALL!
• Miss Moxie Card Kit
• YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
• THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
• Updated Class Schedule for May and June

Stamp of the Month
Available May 1st - 31st
I am so excited about May's SOTM! It is a super fun patriotic set that will be great for cards for troops and military, 4th of July scrapbook pages and summer party invites! I can not wait to get my hands on it! "Auld Lang Syne" is ONLY $6.95 ($10.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Contact me with your order right away. Don't miss this set!

Vintage Stamp Set
Available May 1st - 31st
May's Vintage Stamp Set is another patriotic set that will be great for cards for troops and military, 4th of July scrapbook pages and invites!! "Flag Quilt" is just $4.25 ($5.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Don't miss this set, it is a return of a retired set available for one month only.

*MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition #2 Minis!
Available May 9th - June 16th
I am so excited to announce there are even more Limited Editions sets to collect! With a $30 purchase made between May 9th and June 16th you can get one of each of these FOUR sets for just $2.95 each! Collect Them ALL! EVEN more endless possibilities at a Teeny-Tiny price!

Miss Moxie Card Kit
May Card Kit features Miss Moxie Soar With It Collection Papers, Cardstocks, Hardware AND coordinating Starburst Florals! I love this collection of supplies! April Kits are $37 and as always include at least four design idea cards with color photos, instructions and measurements! Add Ordinary Greetings for $11.91.

YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
Available May 9th - June 16th
May is a great time to try TAC's high quality easy to complete Matchbook kits. Check out the details of this great special and email or call me to order!
Get "True Wealth" an awesome Limited Edition Stamp Set and both Pemberley Bay AND Rockin' Roxie Matchbook kits all for one low price...just $28.90!

THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
Available May 2nd and only while supplies last!
Feminine, romantic, perfect for spring and Mother's Day! Get the beautiful Bella Flor Classic Soar With It Collection for just $10! Stock up while you can, price is good while supplies last!
Here is a look at a super cute mini album project made with Bella Flor...TUTORIAL INCLUDED!

May Classes and Fair Dates
Friday, May 9th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Perpetual Scrapbook 6x9 - CLOSED Class is FULL
Class FOUR of FOUR.
Complete a 6x9 scrapbook in just four classes. You choose your paper pack and 6x9 album. Each class you will receive a new batch of supplies and stamps. Each class is $15 plus class supply pack. Class four supply pack to be determined.

Monday, May 12th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Take a MEMO
Another FUN home décor project! Turn ordinary cork rounds into a fun way to leave messages. We will be painting, stamping and crafting our way through a grouping of three hanging memo boards. Hang them just one or in a grouping of three. $15 for three memo rounds.

Friday, May 16th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Just Cards
Come make three beautiful cards for just $10. Some cards will focus on lots of detail and technique. Others might be quick and easy ideas especially for making multiple copies…who doesn’t need cards on hand? The end results are beautiful cards meant for someone special.

Saturday, May 17th 9am - 2:00pm
Rolling Meadows Garden Club Plant and Craft Sale
Join me at Rolling Meadows old Public Works Building. 3200 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 for handstamped crafts, It Takes Two Jewelry, stained glass and special Angel Company deals and mystery hostess.

Sunday, May 18th 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Crafting For a Cure Spring Fling Craft and Vendor Fair
Join me at John G. Conyers Learning Academy Gymnasium. 2800 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 for handstamped crafts, It Takes Two Jewelry, stained glass and special Angel Company deals and mystery hostess

Friday, May 23rd 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

June Classes

Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Stamp Club is BACK!!
Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How".
Class is $23. RSVP's must be made and paid for by Monday JUNE 2nd. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Friday, June 27th 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday June 28th - Date subject to change as plans firm up...
Join me, It Takes Two Jewelry and other select friends for an open house...More details will follow mid month!

May Kit and TROUBLE w/ AOL Emails!!

May Card Kit features Miss Moxie Soar With It Collection Papers, Cardstocks, Hardware AND coordinating Starburst Florals! I love this collection of supplies! April Kits are $37 and as always include four idea cards with color photos, instructions and measurements!

This kit is especially designed to for you to bust out 8 any occasion cards in one sitting. I used Ordinary Greetings to add the perfect sentiment to each card. Add it to your card kit for $11.91, trust me you want Ordinary Greetings...add it on! You will have PLENTY of supplies left for even more super cheerful cards, scrapbook pages, or a mini album!

IF YOU HAVE AN AOL EMAIL ADDRESS:
I am having trouble with AOL email addresses! I sent my email newsletter out two days ago. ALL AOL emails bounced back to me. I am going to try again to send them, AND I am going to post my newsletter here. It seems to be a problem with AOL. I am not the only person with email bouncing to AOL recipients. Please be patient as I try to figure out how to get my news to your inbox. IF you have an alternate email address please feel free to email me. I will update my list and get the news out to you.