Happy Halloween!

I thought I'd wrap up my October posts with two final Halloween projects.  These two cards were both made using the Fang-tasic Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini, which I won at the Portland Regional Conference.  I LOVE PRIZE PATROL!

For both cards, I used Peach Parfait card stock along with my Wicked Fun Specialty Papers, Whisper White, Basic Black and Old Olive.  All images were stamped in Basic Black.  The little vampire has been given out to Isabel's friend for this party, but I'm not sure where the little witch will end up.  Maybe we'll use that as a little thank you for a Halloween party we attended last week.

And the inside of the vampire card, I cut out one of the flocked bats from the designer series paper:

Now, witch way to the candy?

Have a safe, sane, and hopefully dry Halloween.  The Lawson clan will be attending a birthday party followed by a Harvest Carnival at a local church. 

God Bless and Happy Stampin'!
Charity

Halloween Gourd

I recently purchased Spooky Expressions decor elements.  The set comes with three Jack-o-Lantern faces and my plan was to add the faces to some of those "forever" pumpkins you buy in craft stores.  However, when I went to the local craft store to buy my pumpkins, I saw some gourds that struck my fancy. Other people have pumpkins and we had a Halloween gourd. 

I did use the other two faces on some fake pumpkins, one went home to a friend's home before I took a picture and the other belongs to Tessa.   It is also unavailable for a photo as I'm not sure where she put it.  But, you all know what a Jack-O-Lantern looks like so you get the point. 

God Bless and Happy Stampin'!

Charity

Halloween Treats

No tricks here, just treats!  Normally I get to help out with the Harvest Parties for the girls' classes but this year, I was supposed to work.  I ended up not working and instead, I'm sick.  I can't even talk (coaching a soccer game this weekend will be a challenge!  Good thing I have an assistant coach!)  But, enough about my cooties, you're here for some stampin' fun!

Out of mommy guilt, came these fabulous little treats.  I saw the idea on Stampin' Connection (kind of like the Facebook for Stampin' Up! Demonstrators).  I had to change it up a bit because I didn't have the same die they used.  Each little package had some licorice, chocolate (what is Halloween without chocolate!?!?), and a little pumpkin party favor.  I used the Table Setting Big Shot Die and Wicked Fun Specialty Paper.  I basically cut napkin rings. 

For embellishments, I stamped Jack-o-Lanterns using Autumn Harvest and Early Espresso.  I used Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie and Peach Parfait.  Phoebe helped me out by stamping the sentiment onto the same colors using Basic Black and then punching with the Modern Label Punch. 

Assembly was just layering the goodies into the package, using a little bit of Snail to secure things.  I stapled the sentiment onto the folded package to hold it all together.  Last, I added my Jack-o-Lantern.

The kids loved them and I can't wait to hear how they were received at school!

God Bless and Happy Stampin'!

Portland Regionals- Arthritis Awareness Card

One of the things that has been keeping me busy and away from my blog has been my daughter's health.  Late last June, my oldest daughter began exhibiting symptoms of Juvenile Arthritis.  It took until October 7 to get an official diagnosis and explanation for her symptoms.  After a visit with a juvenile rheumatologist, Isabel was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis.  Since her diagnosis, I've been doing research and I've learned that very few people are even aware that kids can get arthritis.  So, I decided I would make a SWAP card which would help raise awareness. 

For this card, you will need:

Stamps: Ribbon of Hope, All in the Family

Inks: Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Pad, Pacific Point Classic Stampin’ Pad, Stampin’ Write Marker Set
Card Stock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Pacific Point, Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight
Designer Series Paper: Play Date
Accessories: Dimensionals
NOTE: Text printed using computer

The Arthritis Awareness ribbon is blue with gold edges.  There is no distinction between the ribbon for adult types of arthritis and the types affecting children.  Hopefully the SWAPs I handed out will help spread the word and raise awareness.  I've also started a second blog where I'm sharing our journey and experiences.
God Bless and Happy Stampin'!
Charity