MAGNIFICENT MAPLE

Such a great single stamp -- very versatile.  Used here to create a Quick-and-Easy card using a variety of inks.  Stunning!  love it!  Let me know if you do too.

Products used:
Magnificent Maple, Four You stamps sets; Naturals White card stock; Always Artichoke, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry classic stampin' pads

Happy autumn!
Trish

Customize Your Ribbon

Creating Custom Ribbon

Our 7/8" Cotton Ribbon is so versatile. You can use it straight out of the package, dye it by spritzing it with Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill (US/CAN) and a Stampin’ Spritzer, or customize it with our Stampin’ Write Markers (US/CAN)—which is what I am going to show you today.



Since Stampin’ Write Markers come in our exclusive colors, you can customize your ribbon with whatever color you need to coordinate with your project. (The colors featured here are Midnight Muse, Crushed Curry, Calypso Coral, and Bermuda Bay.)



Here are some fun and easy patterns that I came up with for my custom ribbon. I used the brush tip for all three designs. As you can see, the ribbon picked up the ink color really well. (If you look closely, you’ll see that my free-hand lines and polka dots aren’t perfect. And that’s okay—the imperfections give projects a handmade look and feel!)
So pull out your cotton ribbon and markers today and start designing your own custom ribbon!
Robyn P.
Sr. Concept Artist for Stampin' Up

RED HOT DEALS from Stampin' Up!

Continuing to celebrate their 25th Year, Stampin' Up! has introduced weekly deals.  Just look at what's on special below (look for red pricing) then visit my website and click on the SHOP button.  While there, be sure to check the newly added items on the Clearance Rack - lots of goodies at super discounted prices. This Weekly Deal ends Monday, October 21.

Argyle Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Price: $7.95 $5.96	Basic Pearls Jewel Accents Price: $4.95 $3.71	Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies Price: $24.95 $18.71	In Color Dahlias Price: $7.95 $5.96
Sophisticated Spooks Ensemble - Digital Download Price: $14.95 $7.48	Sweet Treat Cups Price: $2.95 $2.21

There's no better time...

 

 Do you like the idea of a 20% discount on your favorite products? How about a chance to earn extra cash, along with tons of exclusive creative ideas at your fingertips? For two weeks only, you can join Stampin' Up! for just $25 and experience all this and more. Message me for more information!          This promotion only lasts through October 21.

Painter's Tape Technique

Quick, easy.  And only a few supplies are needed to make a very attractive card

Serene Silhouettes © Stampin' Up!

Don't you just love those splashes of color?  So easy to achieve with your favorite inks and PAINTER'S TAPE!

Here's all you do:  Tear off a strip of tape, lay it across your ink pad to pick up some of the color, then lay tap onto your card stock pressing down a bit especially with really light colors. 

If the color saturation is too light, follow the same procedure over and over again until the color is as dark as you would like.

The same piece of tape can be used for multiple applications of the same color, but be sure to use a fresh strip when changing colors.



To make this card you will need:
stamp sets:  Serene Silhouettes, Blessings from Heaven
card stock:  Whisper White, Crisp Canteloupe
inks:  Crushed Curry, Crisp Canteloupe, Pear Pizzazz; Stazon Jet Black solvent ink pad
other:  Distressing Tool; Snail adhesive; painter's tape (from your local hardware store)

hint:  Masking tape is not a good choice for this technique as is is too tacky and will in most cases tear your card stock when removing from the the card front.

Be sure to give this technique a try.  I love it -- hope you will too!

Keep on stampin'!
Trish

more "SIMPLY SKETCHED"

In my last post, I mentioned  how much I simply enjoy using the Simply Sketched set.  Today's card features two more stamps from that box.

Simply Sketched © Stampin' Up!

 This time the outline sketch is stamped in Stazon ink to prevent bleeding while I added layers of color using my ink pads and blender pen.The white cardstock circle is also delicately sponged with Pumpkin Pie ink

The Pumpkin Pie mat is given a textured boost using an embossing folder, which coordinates beautifully with that designer series paper (see which one below in list of supplies).

The half doily balances off the card and adds just a touch of gentle delicacy.

The death of a loved one is so hard; in the midst of the grief, a handmade card with an aptly written personal note can do so much to comfort a grieving soul. 



Supplies used in this project:
stamps:  Simply Sketched
card stock:  Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie
papers:  Quatrefancy Specialy designer series paper, Tea Lace Paper Doilies
inks:  Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Stazon jet Black
other: Modern Mosaic embossing folder, Big Shot,  2-1/2" Circle punch, Paper Snips, Snail adhesive, Blender Pens

Thanks for stopping by my blog. 

Trish

"SIMPLY SKETCHED" birthday card

I make and send out a ton of birthday cards, so having a good versatile layout is not only helfpul but makes my crafting time more productive. Couple a good design with a versatile stamp set, and you are ready to create a wide variety of cards for may different occasions.  One such set is "Simple Sketched".  I love the simplicity of the stamp images as well as the font for the sentiments

"Simply Sketched" © Stampin' Up!

While the card would have been beautiful without, I chose to use my ink pads and blender pen to added just a touch of color.  Sponging the card front with So Saffron warms up the Whisper White card stock.

Add texture by dry embossing the Soft Suede mat and heat embossing the Cherry Cobbler strip.
Add a bit of baker's twine and you are done.

Supplies needed for this card:

card stock:  Cherry Cobbler, Soft suede, So Saffron, Whisper White
stamp set:  Simply Sketched (one of the current hostess sets)
inks:  Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, So Saffron, Early Espresso
other:  Cherry Cobbler baker's twine, stampin' sponges, Versamark pad, clear embosssing powder, Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder, Big Shot, stampin' dimensionals, Blender Pen

Thanks for visiting my blog today;  you are greatly appreciated.

Stamp on!
Trish

Get Ready for the Holidays

Here's what upline, downline and I have been working on lately:

To register for either event -- or both, please complete the form below and send with your payment to   
Trish Hernandez, 7037 Lafayette Ave, Omaha, NE 68132


Name

phone

email

Register me for (circle one):
Holiday Stamp Camp $25    Holiday Stamp-a-Stack $25      both events $45


 

BUTTERFLY BUNDLE

If you are like me you love to watch butterflies floating on the breeze, or gracing a card front or two.  They just simply make me smile.

And if you are like me, you love to save money on purchases of great product.  That makes me smile too!

Well, if you are like me, this offer is sure to illicit a smile or two.

(click here to visit my website and order your bundle)

Other products needed to make the card shown:
Four You stamp set; Pool Party, Calypso Coral, Island Indigo, Whisper White card stock; Pool Party, Versamark ink pads; Gold embossing powder; stampin; heat tool; Aqua Painter; Linen Thread; glue dots

SWEET DEALS from TRISH and PAPER PUMPKIN

I know, I know.  I have already talked about Paper Pumpkin several times and you are probably thinking:  enough already.  I totally understand.  But I also know that you are always on the lookout for a really good deal -- one that gets you great crafting supplies and saves you money to boot.  Me, too!

Only a few days remain in the Paper Pumpkin Summer Promotion (plus stay tuned for the announcement of Trish's sweet deal)


Sign up no later than August 31 using the promo code "PUMPKINDEAL"  and get your first 2 months for only $10 per month (plus tax). Normally these crafting kits, delivered right to your door around the 18th of the month, sell for $14.95 (plus $5 postage and tax).  Sweet!

Keep reading to find out about Trish's sweet deal!

So what should you expect in a box? Your first box will be the Welcome Kit, containing 1 D-size clear block* (retails for $8.50), stamps, ink, and elements precut and ready for you to create 4 cute greeting cards like the one shown here.  Make them all the same or be adventurous and add elements from your stash to make some one of a kind creations you are sure to love.  You're in charge.

In the months that follow, the contents of your kit are kept secret until they arrive in your mailbox.  My husband can't wait to open his the minute it arrives so he can dive right in and get creating!  One month, it was a small scrapbook, another little banners that could be used as cake toppers, or to adorn a scrapbook page or cards.You just never know what you will find inside, that's half the fun!

And yes there have been more cards too!  Like this month's called Pedal Praise. Cute, cute, cute bicycle!  And I love that little thank you stamp!  I just know that it will see a lot of use.

"But Trish, we want to hear about your sweet deal."

Patience, my friends.
You need to know that there are no long-term commitments. Opt out of any month you don't wish to receive by logging in to your account before the 10th of the month and change the number you are ordering to "0".

 So don't miss out.  Sign up now, and your Welcome kit will arrive around October 18.  Let the fun begin!

OK.  You have waited long enough.  It's to reveal my added bit of sugar. 

Here's what I am going to do to make the deal even sweeter:  I am throwing in free classes for all customers who sign up for My Paper Pumpkin, naming me (Trish Hernandez) as their demonstrator. Each month, we will make the projects together, then explore other ways the supplies and tools could be used to create other fun cards and crafts.  You get a free class for each Paper Pumpkin you buy.

So what's not to love?

Don't miss out.  Why not hop right on over to MY PAPER PUMPKIN and sign up right now. Be sure to use the promo code "PUMPKINDEAL" and designate me as your demonstrator.

Then I will shoot you an email with details about your free classes.  Wait.  What if you are not in my local area?  No problem.  I will email you pictures, tips and more specific to that month's kit. Like a class in your in-box.

Thanks for stopping by my blog today.
Happy stampin'!

Trish

*Use the "D"clear block for all the stamps you will receive in each month's kit.

TAG-A-BAG gift bags

A previous post featured the box from the Tag-a-Bag line. Perfect for stuffing with all sorts of little goodies - cookies, candy (chocolate!), tea, pencils and pens, etc.

Above is the bag from the same line of products.  Love those chevrons!  Left plain or trimmed up,  like the box, the bag is food safe, so tucking inside a couple of sugar cookies would make for a sweet treat indeed.  Or how about stuffing it with....

a packet of notecard and envelopes, hand-stamped by you to give them a most personal touch? 

supplies for this project include:
stamps:  Hello, Lovely
papers:  Old Olive and Whisper White card stock, Tag-a-Bag Gift Bags, Whipser White Notecards & Envelopes, Silver Glimmer Paper
inks: Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Crisp Cantaloupe, Old Olive Classic Stampin Pads; Coastal Cabana, Crsip Cataloupe Stampin' Write Markers
accessories & tools:  Bermuda Bay 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Calypso Coral 3/4" Chevron Ribbon, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1-3/4' Circle Punch, Paper Snips, Bone Folder, SNAIL adhesive

How ever you use them, they are sure to please.If you need help ordering these or other products for your next stampin' project, please give me a call or drop me a post.  Love hearing from you.

Until the next time, happy stampin'!
Trish

July PAPER PUMPKIN

Paper Pumpkin kits arrive at your doorstep, ready for you to do some fun crafting in a short amount of time.
July's box offered supplies and ideas for 2 birthday cake banners.

My husband and I love making cards, so we used the kit resources + some we have on hand to make 4 cards.

Color scheme:  Island Indigo, Pool Party, Summer Starfruit, Real Red

Stamps: Party Pennants (kit), Morning Post

 Just love those little banners.

 And now something totally different:

Stamps:  A Round Array

Extras:  Candy Dots

Are you ready to take the plunge and try Paper Pumpkin for yourself?  Now's the time to just do it.

Sign up before August 31 and get in on a sweet 2 month discount.  

Get all the details at MY PAPER PUMPKIN

Sign up today and be sure to choose me as your demonstrator.

Thanks much,

Happy stampin'!

Trish

PS  My camera, my computer and I have been battling all night to get this posting done.  My thought is that pictures should come through upright.  They had other ideas.  After many hours of maneuvering, I think -- hope--pray I have outfoxed them.  Needless to say, I am a better card maker than a techno-anything.

I am also not crazy  about the date stamping my camera has now decided to add on.  One battle a day is all I can handle.  LOL

Holiday Catalog is here!

 

The Holiday catalog is now officially "open for business". C LICK HERE to check out all our offerings.

Want a catalog right on your computer? Click the link above, open the Holiday catalog link in the left hand column, then select the PDF download button that appears on your screen.

Time for me to get stamping so I have some projects to share with you in the days ahead.

Happy shopping!

Trish

WHAT'S IN YOUR BOX?

Everyday is a great day to celebrate!  And who wouldn't love finding an unexpected surprise awaiting them on their desk or pillow, filled with a special little treat. I am thinking chocolate, cookies, and coffee.  But why not, art supplies, a scarf, a collection of Post-it notes, sewing notions, little tools. a small toy.  Easy to decorate and assemble,  I think I have found the perfect container to hold special little surprises for those I love.

These food-safe kraft boxes are  to aa snap to assemble and come 4 to a package with handy acetate sleeves to keep the contents safely tucked inside. These cuties can be stamped and embellished as much or as little as you like, or  decorate with some of the supplies in the Tag a Bag accessory kit that can be purchased separately. You can even keep your treat a mystery by adding a layer of designer paper or card stock before sliding on the sleeve.

To see these and other sweet packaging and stamping supplies be sure to visit MY WEBSITE and click on the SHOP link under my name.

Supplies used in the project featured today:
stamp sets:  Gorgeous Grunge; Hello, Lovely
card stock & paper:  Bermuda Bay, Calypso coral, Coastal Cabana, Whisper White CS; Crisp Cantaloupe designer series paper stack;  Tag a Bag gift box
ink:  Bermuda Bay, Crisp Cantaloupe classic stampin' pad
accessories & tools:  Summer Stafruit 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon; Linen Thread; Stampin' Dimensionals;
glue dots; bone folder; paper-piercing tool; Stampin' Pierce Mat; 2-1/2" & 1-3/4" circle punches; paper snips; Simply Scored Scoring Tool

Thanks for stopping by.  wishing you a happy day!
Trish

UNDEFINED

NEW!!!!  Undefined Stamp Carving Kit:


Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn't find the perfect image? Maybe there is a special family logo or a sketch you'd like to have as a stamp. Well now you can! Undefined is Stampin' Up!'s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.
When you carve your very own stamp, you have will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!
How exactly do you carve a stamp?
Click here for more details.

Included in the Stamp Carving Kit: 2 carving tools 3" x 4" rubber 3" x 4" foam 4 wood blocks (various sizes) 1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker 3 postcards Instruction sheet Stamp image templates

Included in the Refill Kit: 3" x 4" rubber 3" x 4" foam 4 wood blocks (various sizes) Instruction sheet

Intrigued? We know you want to get your hands on the kit and start carving your own masterpieces. Here are the item numbers you'll need (we suggest adding a refill kit on your first order . . . trust us, you're gonna want it).

Item #	Description	Price
133402	Undefined Stamp Carving Kit	$19.95
134808	Undefined Refill Kit	$9.95
124236	Clear-Mount Cling Foam*	$10.95

*Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks in the kit.

Product Sneak Peek

Quick and easy projects are my favorite.  This one features a quick peek at 2 new producst you may have seen in the new Holiday Catalog, that goes "live" on August 1st.  These muslin bags will be perfect for place settings, little treats and so much more.  Keep them simple or gussy them up. Either way, they are sure to please.

I tried to do the Rock & Roll technique here -- obviously I need to slow down and practice a bit more, but aren't these bags just as cute as can be.  What will you stuff inside yours?

Have a happy day, and take time to be the difference in someone's life.
Trish

Don't Miss Out on these Special Deals!

Some great deals from Stampin' Up! Get in on them before it is too late:

PURCHASE THE STAMPIN' UP! $99 STARTER KIT & GET A BONUS!    Choose one of four Stampin' Up! project kits for FREE when you purchase the Stampin' Up! $99 Starter Kit!  By joining now, you'll become a part of the Stampin' Up! family (demonstrator discounts and perks PLUS get a FREE bonus project kit!  Hobby stampers are welcome!  Offer good through August 31, 2013.

Kit Options:
The first three project kits are from the holiday catalog (get them early!) and the last option is from the annual catalog.

Option	Kit Description	Item	Total Value
1	Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit	133507 132698	$29.90
2	Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Christmas Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit	133507 132697	$29.90
3	Thankful Tablescape Simply Created Kit	133463	$19.95
4	Tag a Bag Bundle AND Tag a Box Bundle	131371 131372	$22.45

PAPER PUMPKIN

 
Paper Pumpkin Monthly Kit Special Offer.  Ends August 31:  Pay only $10 a month for your first two months.After 2 months the price will return to $19.95 a month (with the option to cancel your subscription).
Take a monthly creativity escape! Stampin' Up! offers Paper Pumpkin, a monthly kit program.  Curious?  I thought you might like a fun peek at what's included in the kits and why everyone is so excited.

Click here for more information about the kits and how to get started.

 It's like getting a class to come to you, ready when you are.  Each month features a different paper crafting experience. Not knowing in advance what will be in the box is part of the fun you won't want to miss out on.

To get in on the special pricing, be sure to enter the promo code: PUMPKINDEAL

AND

Who doesn't love getting free supplies?

 Click here to order yours today!

Happy crafting one and all!

HOME Again, HOME Again

Just got back from Stampin' Up!'s 25th year Convention.  What a wonderful celebrations about all the things that I love about this company and its products.  There was so much to see and experience, we couldn't do it all.  But we packed in as much as possible and enjoyed every minute of it.  Click HERE  to get a taste of what we experienced.  I hope you will come away with a better understanding that Stampin' Up! is not just about stamps and crafting supplies, it's about service, friendships, meeting needs, making a difference. 

Before I get everything put away and ready for me to create fabulous projects and classes to share with you, here's a sneak peek of the products that were lavished on me through learning labs, classes, prize patrols and all-participant giveaways.

I can't show clear details as many of my goodies are awaiting the release of the Holiday catalog on August 1, but my silver and white 2013 Convention backpack came home loaded with 7 boxed stamps sets as well as a stamp I created myself (the new "Undefined" stamp carving kit was released during Convention, check my website for details),  Washi tape, a This and That journaling book, rotary stamp, kits, make & takes, embellishments, and more.

Time to get stampin'!
Trish

CRAZY BUSY JULY part 5

When our Colorado son and his family leave to return home after a visit at our house, they always leave something behind.  This one I am not mailing back to them:

Isn't she adorable?  This is Chica, a 3 year old chocolate Apple-Head Chihuahua.  All of 7 pounds.  She can and will bark and growl (especially when someone approaches the house that she knows doesn't "belong" to us, but mostly she makes birdlike chirping noises.  Because Nebraska can have really cold, harsh, winters and she is so very little, I am hoping to get her box trained so she won't have to go out.  We will start that when I get back from this week's Stampin' Up! Convention in Salt Lake City.  If you have any tips, feel free to share.

Happy weekend, Everyone!
Trish

CRAZY BUSY JULY part 4

Today's post will come to you while I am away in Salt Lake City to celebrate Stampin' Up's 25th Anniversary Convention.  It's like a family reunion on a very huge scale.  I am writing this several days in advance, so I have no details to share yet, but I do know (as Ed Sullivan used to say)  it's going to be a "really big show"! (Am I the only one who actually remembers Ed Sullivan?)

back to the July saga:
Sunday afternoon, Lou and I finally pulled out our June Paper Pumpkin boxes.  (Since we were notified that the July shipment is on its way, we thought it would be good to get this one done.)  We are so glad that we did.

Except for a little adhesive, we had all the supplies we needed in the boxes to make this cute, cute cute window card:

We could have made 3 more just like it, but decided to use some other stamps (En Francais, Elementary Elegance (retired) and  Happy Day ), we have on hand to change up the design to make:

Liking the way the tiny images from Elementary Elegance fit right into the punched out hexagon windows,  we chose the crown and greeting this time along with a stamp from Hearts Aflutter.

For our fourth card, we used Stippled Plaid, Bloomin' Marvelous, and Moving Forward (all retired) to create this card:

Small changes can make a big impact.  We are delighted with the results and think these 4 cards, packaged together, would make a great gift for someone.

To find our more about My Paper Pumpkin, visit the website HERE.  If you decide to subscribe (no long term commitment, you can cancel at any time), please be sure to choose me as your demonstrator.

Laundry is done.  Now to finish up my packing and get some sleep before the start of 2 days of travel.
Hopefully, though I am so technologically challenged, I will be able to share some same day pictures from convention.  If not, I know there will be plenty to share with you when I get back home.

Until the next time, happy stampin'!
Trish

CRAZY BUSY JULY part 3

As you read this, I am on my way to Salt Lake City for Stampin' Up's 25th Annual Convention.  Traveling with others always makes the going better, and lovely it is to be sharing the drive with 3 other amazing women and fellow demonstrators:  Eloise, Mary Lou and Joyce.  We can hardly wait to get to SLC and see what they have in store for us and about 6000 other demos) as we celebrate this Silver Anniversary.  More on that another time.

Now back to our continuing story:
Reunion over, family heading home, it was now time to get some dental repair done (replacing a sensitive cracked filling) and then turn my attention to "Cheaper than Therapy", my monthly hostess club.  The next meeting was Friday July 12.  This month's theme was Punch Power, using punches to create 3 distinct card fronts.  Here are the cards I prepared for the ladies to do:

Decorative Label, Scallop Oval, Postage Stamp and 1" Square punches were used to create this card in Early Espresso and Pistachio Pudding card stock, using the Postage Due stamp set.

Next, 3/4", 1", 1-1/4" and Cupcake Builder punches were used to fashion this fun monochromatic flower arrangement.  Isn't that a cute greeting?  Love the fonts found in the "Four You" stamp set.

 Then on to this quick-and-easy card perfect for all sorts of occasions.  Adding a bit of Designer Series Paper (here Polka Dot Parade) to line the envelope takes a simple card to simply charming.

The details are a bit hard to see in my picture, but that blue rectangle is actually a mini-"envelope" created using our Hexagon punch  and finished off with on of our new Candy Dots.
The card was finished using a stamp from "Sassy Salutations".


 To get these and all Stampin' Up's wonderful products, be sure to visit my website by clicking here HERE.

Still puzzled on how I made the little envelope embellishment on the card above? Call me to arrange a class so I can teach you just how easy it is to make your own special touches to your cards, scrapbook pages and more.

I need to get packing so I am ready to leave for Convention bright and early in the morning.
 Thanks for checking out my blog.

Trish

CRAZY BUSY JULY part 2

There are so many things to do here in Omaha in the summer.  With out-of-town family visiting, we wanted to do it all, but time (and energy) prevented.  Among our choices were:

watching fireworks

Waiting, waiting, waiting.......

horse trail rides, romping in Activity Center, and the family picnic at Mahoney State Park

Tons of food and family to enjoy!

swimming in the hotel pool, a visit for our granddaughters to the Henry Doorly Zoo (simply the best!) and taking in Despicable Me 2 (what a fun movie!)
 worship and Sunday School
walking to Council Bluffs and back across the Missouri River via the John Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, (HOT!)
a trip to the batting cages for some of our grandsons, a tour of the Strategic Air & Space Museum (includes a very thought provoking Holocaust exhibit)

and lots of time just chillin' at home and playing yard and board games.

Texas Hold'em

 Everybody gets in the game.

All too soon we had to say good-bye to Tom, Patrick, and John and their wonderful families.

More tomorrow.
Trish

 

CRAZY BUSY JULY

July has already been such a busy month!  From the 4th to the 9th, we had family in from Texas, Colorado, Ohio, and Nebraska ( more local) to celebrate a Family Reunion as well as Independence Day.  I hate being tied to the kitchen when we should be visiting with our loved ones, so the days prior found us cooking up a storm.

Some of our "satisfied customers"

A real favorite was our pulled pork.  YUM! and so easy. 

Trish's Pulled Pork for a crowd
8-12 lb pork shoulder roast (I use boneless, but bone-in adds more flavor)
2 tbs oil
salt & pepper
electric roaster, Dutch oven or oven roasting pan

Cut roast into 2 or 3 pieces.
Generously season meat on all sides.
Brown in heated oil on all sides.
Put on a rack in roaster.
Bake covered at 325 degrees 2-1/2 hours.
Turn off oven (or electric roaster), do NOT open,  and let sit for another 30 minutes.
Remove meat from roaster to carving platter or tray and let sit until cool enough to handle.
Using 2 forks, shred meat.
Discard fat and bone.  Return meat to pan.  Rewarm as needed.
Serve on Kaiser rolls or hard rolls, slathered with your BBQ sauce (my current favorite is Rufus Teague's Honey Sweet.

Tons of pictures were taken at the Reunion. (my scrapbook is calling me to hurry up and get them printed!)

Happy eating and may all of your family gatherings be joyous ones!
Trish