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Happy New Year all!  Or did I say that in a previous post.  Well, it never hurts to have too many good wishes going into a new year, right?  And anything has got to be better than 2011, let me tell you!

I just thought I'd share what I'll be doing at the Whitman Community Center this January and in a few days I'll share what I'm doing at The Crop Shop as well.

So without further adieu, let's start with Saturday, January 14th.  We'll be doing two really fun Coffee/Tea Bag/Boxes.  These make terrific gifts for get well, thanks to the hostess, thanks to hairdresser, mailman, etc., just because... well you get the idea.

Both of these are made using the Scor-Pal tool and are super easy to do with various stamps to finish them off.

Aren't they cute?  Just fill them with the necessary tea/coffee bags, stirrers, sugars, etc.  This class was half full back in December, so you don't want to wait too long to sign up.

The next class I'll be doing is using Memory Box dies on Friday, January 20th.  I think I've mentioned before that I am a total die junkie.  Yep, I'll admit it and I don't want an intervention either -- I'll still go back to my addiction (LOL)!  For this class I chose the Perched Reedbird and the Woodland Branch.  These are fast becoming my favorites.  Oh, who am I kidding!  They're all my favorites.  But I must admit, these allow for some really great card making ops.  

Here's the outside of the card.  The sentiment is computerized.

And here's the inside flap of this tri-fold card.  What a difference a season makes!

And the second card for this class holds a secret that I can't share with you because I've challenged my students to guess what Spellbinder die I used for the vase.  Now wouldn't this also look great with pussywillows?

Last up is Friday, January 27th at the Whitman Community Center.  Obviously I can't stop using these dies, so here are some examples using the Seville Buckle, the Woodland Branch, Perched Reedbird and Elegant Scrollwork. 

Oh, did you notice that I'm stuck on a color theme here?  I'm such a pink or purple girl, but pinks are easier to work with for color coordination purposes.  I chose to use the Elegant Scrollwork in an offbeat way for the bird's tail.  Then if you'll look closely, I used the negative space from the die cut Reedbird to use as a stencil.  I enjoyed doing these cards a lot.  Well, that's it - I hope this gives you some inspiration and got you salivating for Memory Box Dies.

You can sign up for these classes at KD Crafty Concepts using the PayPal button or by contacting me directly if you don't do PayPal.

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

Another Publication Alert!

Hey, I'm on a roll here!  I just thought I'd share my latest publication in the newest issue of CardMaker Magazine  featuring Flower Power.  I landed three cards in it as Web Bonuses.  Here's the link:  http://www.cardmakermagazine.com/webbonuses.php.  Just scroll down to 2012 and you can download the instructions and get close ups!  They are the Magnolia card, Tiger Lily and Wedding Rose cards.

Just thought you'd like to browse and share with me.

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

Publication alert!

Good day to all and I hope your holiday season is moving fluidly forward.  Mine has had many bumps lately and I haven't even started my shopping.  But I digress.  I just thought I'd share my latest publication with you in this month's edition of Papers and Pixels, an online digital magazine.

This is an incredible magazine that runs the gamut of scrapbooking, card making, digital imagery, tutorials on Photoshop, etc.  It's the least expensive magazine available that is jam packed with information no matter what your genre -- it's only $1.00 a month!  You really should take advantage of this crisp, clean, concise tool and go sign up.  No, I don't get any royalties on it!  I just think it's a great magazine, so hop on over and sign up at Papers N Pixels and round out your paper crafting world.

Thanks for stopping by.

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

A purse full of goodies...

I just thought I'd show you a little purse card holder that I made for my hairdresser.  Besides being a great hair artist, she's an incredible interior decorator as well.  I always try and make her something just a little special.  The following is this year's gift...

This little purse is made quite simply from double sided card stock (1 sheet) and a small piece of regular card stock (the flap).  I also added a handle and punched it using a Martha Stewart border punch.  For embellishments, I simply cut out some of the candy swirls from the DP and pop dotted them on the flap and added some felt holly leaves.  Here's a better view of the handle.

I also cut some of the smaller candy swirls from the DP and added them at the ends of the handle.  Inside the box (not shown) is a half dozen greeting cards and envelopes.  You can actually fit up to 10 cards and envelopes depending on the bulkiness of your cards.

Just thought you might enjoy seeing how cute the purse looks done up for Christmas.  There are so many versions of this purse, but it takes on its own personality when you change the designer paper.  Perhaps we'll do a class on this for Mother's Day.  Any takers?

Let me know what you think - I'd love to hear from you.

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

Coming up!

WOWZA!  Has this been the month for Testing-My-Mettle?  If I get one more thing on my plate, I might explode!  Well, it's my own darn fault -- haven't learned to say "no" yet. So with that being said, I'd like to update you on a few classes coming up at the Whitman Community Center and The Crop Shop.  There are still openings, so give me a shout and I'll gladly put you in.  Or you can sign up through KD Crafty Concepts and use that handy, dandy PayPal button!

First up is Saturday, 12/3 from 1 to 3.  Here are two cards I'll be doing on Saturday.  I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for different ideas for enclosing gift cards no matter what the occasion.  This being Christmas, of course,  here is one version of the mailbox by Art Impressions without the card and the other one with the "card" inserted in the mailbox.  I'll be offering their catalog for ordering, so you don't want to miss out on this!  They have so much fun stuff on their site.

This is the second card we'll be doing on Saturday.

The Gift Card actually goes inside the box and when you pull it out, there's this crazy lady popping out of the box.  I embellished her with a Santa hat that is not part of Art Impressions line.

Then on to my next class using, ta da!, Memory Box dies.  I've fallen madly in love with anything Memory Box Die related -- I'm incurable!  I need intervention!  I have several classes going with these dies.  The first set of cards will be offered at the Whitman Community Center on Wednesday, 12/7 from 7 to 9 pm.  Go to KD Crafty Concepts again and click on that PayPayl button!

Aren't these dies (well)... to die for!  These cards feature Deer Trio and La Rue Flourish. And, guess what?  I'll be able to carry Memory Box dies as well!  If you come to our Sunday Event to say hi to Bev, I should have my catalogs open and ready.  I don't know about you, but every time I look at the La Rue flourish, my heart does a little dance (I know, I'm certifiable!).

Then, to carry this one step further, I'll be offering these same dies at The Crop Shop on Thursday, 12/8 from 7 to 9!  Here's what I've done this time.  You'll have to call them as this class is not shown in their class listing for some reason.

And lastly, I used the Memory Box Ornament die and Tree die for several cards that I'll be doing at The Crop SHop on Wednesday, 12/14.  Again, you'll have to call them as this, too, was omitted from their class lineup.

Using mirror card stock with the ornament and tree dies from Memory Box made all these cards so simple!

And the last class using dies will be at the Whitman Community Center on Thursday, 12/15  While I know you can't see it, inside the mitten is another gift card and the slots for the gift card are made using another Memory Box die.  The snowflake card is made using Damask Dies from Papertrey Ink (another company I'm addicted to).  I'll be putting this up on the KD Crafty Concepts blog shortly.  So say tuned and get ready to hit that PayPal button.  I happen to know that this class is more than half full so you'll want to act quickly.  You can always email me in the meantime at deedee.maligno@gmail.com.

Well, that was a lot for one post!  I hope you've enjoyed seeing what's coming up and that I'll be seeing you at some of these classes. 

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

A few spots left!

I still have a few spots left for Friday's class and due to time constraints, I can't accept any late sign-ups (after Thursday nite), so it you're thinking about it...

This class is called a "House is not a home..." gift box and is only a $15.00 class.  Bound to please the recipient when filled with goodies.  Take a peek and then sign up at KD's Crafty Concepts blog (my post of 10/19) with the PayPal button.

Isn't this neat?  Not only can you use it for a Christmas present, but change out the card stock and you've got a great housewarming gift!  Actually, this template has no bounds when it comes to gift giving.  I'm thinking baby, get well, new apartment.... got the idea?

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!

Class at The Crop Shop...

Hello followers!  I just thought I'd post a class that I'm doing at The Crop Shop (see note on this below) on Friday, December 2nd.  Many of you may have seen the new Authentique paper line -- it is really too, too beautiful.  Although they carry many somber colors, they definitely lend themselves to doing masculine cards, so that's what I did!

Underneath each card you will see the 6x6 pieces of Authentique that inspired me.  The great thing about this card stock is that you can purchase individual pieces.  So hop on over to The Crop Shop and grab some -- there are soooo many different designs -- you 'll be thrilled!

So about that "note" as mentioned above.  The Crop Shop has announced that they will be downsizing.  What this means is that a good portion of the retail section will no longer exist.  However, you will still be able to choose from a great selection of products as well as attending crops and card making classes.  They have a wonderful, large classroom with big comfy office chairs to sit in.  They will also be known as Creation Destination and dropping The Crop Shop name.  It will always be The Crop Shop to me, so if I slip up in a post once in a while, you'll still know what I mean.  And, by the way, they're having a fantastic sale right now so that they can consolidate their merchandise into smaller quarters.  So get on down there right now!

Ciao for now!

Ciao Bella!