SYMPATHY in PINK

Hi Stampers,
Welcome to my blog. Today's card design was pulled from my stash and chosen for its "pinkiness" in recognition that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Early detection saves lives, so be sure you get your annual screening done.

The card's design is suitable for many occasions.  By changing out the sentiment and colors, you can create a stash to have on hand for life's planned and unexpected times.

To make this A2 card, you will need:
card stock:  Whisper White, Basic Black, Regal Rose
stamps:  Just Believe, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Thoughts and Prayers (inside)
ink:  Certainly Celery, Regal Rose Stampin' Write markers
        Basic Black, Regal Rose classic stampin' pad
ribbon:  1/4" Black Grosgrain (retired), but  3/8" Taffeta would be a lovely substitute
tools:  Perfect Polka Dots textured impressions embossing folder, Big Shot, cutting mats, platform (no tab);
        1-1/4" & 1-3/8" circle punches; paper snips
adhesive:  SNAIL, stampin' dimensionals

To add extra texture to the bottom Regal Rose mat, use the Diagonal Plate on the Simply Scored.  Score  every 1/2" one direction, then rotate CS and score again to create a diamond pattern. I like using the debossed side as a contrast to the Perfect Polka Dots on the white mat.

Until the next time, think pink and keep on stampin'!
Trish

WORLD CARD MAKING DAY

Hi Stampers!
It's World Card Making Day -- hurray!
Let's celebrate our creativity!

 created by Trish Hernandez, images ©Stampin' Up!

Both dry and heat embossing and dimensionals make different elements of the card pop -- especially in person ( my photographer --gulp, me!-- needs a tutor)

I am pretty sure my grandson will love his birthday card.

Until the next time........
Zoom-zoomin' out,
Trish

STOP & CROP

Hi Stampers,
Thanks for stopping by.

Did you notice that I changed the wallpaper for my blog to pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month?  Even though I tend toward earth tones, I am really enjoying playing outside my comfort zone.

My friends know that I love card making and find working on scrapbook pages way more challenging.  (Stacks, drawers and boxes of pictures waiting around to be used are the blatant evidence of this.)  Today's share features products that make the task so much easier.

Stamp with Trish, ©Stampin' Up!

The first thing to check out is the 12" x 12" Divided Page Protector.  They come 10 to a pack, each a different layout to hold a variety of sizes of photos and memorabilia.  Just trim, mount, embellish as desired and slip into each pocket. Voila!

The way that Stampin' Up's inks match our card stock and Designer Series Paper, as well as using the Color Coach tool, takes the guess work out of color coordination.  No fooling!

Did you notice the two brown sections? Both feature our new Natural Composition Specialty paper.  One mats a picture of my darling hubby and me,  and the other is the cover for a little book that would be perfect for journaling, more pictures, you name it.

Stamps are from the fun "You're Amazing" set, and adding just the right amount of bling is a banner of Silver Glimmer paper (glittery without the mess.  oh yes!)

Time to get back to it.
Until the next time, Happy Stampin' and Scrappin'!
Trish

GET an EARLY START on CHRISTMAS

AFFECTION COLLECTION in pink

Hi Stampers!

Happy Tuesday and welcome to my blog!

October is --among other things-- Breast Cancer Awareness month.  And pink ribbons everywhere remind us to be sure and have our yearly check up and mammogram. Early detection makes treatment so much better and easier.  Did you know that breast cancer is not a "women's" disease?  Though not in as high a number, it can occur in men as well; so be sure to encourage the guys in your life to get checked out regularly as well.

In recognition of those battling this disease,  let's make another pink card!  It's super simple and oh-so-nice!

Stamp with Trish, image © Stampin' Up!

To make this card, you will need:

• Affection Collection stamp set
• Primrose Petals, Whisper White, Basic Black card stock
• Summer Starfruit, Primrose Petals, Midnight Muse, Basic Black ink pads
• Scallop Edge Border punch
• Paper snips, Snail/other adhesive, stapler

I love the collage effect and "Affection Collection" makes it easy to pull off.  And do you see that cute little banner-- very trendy!  You can find this stamp set and other wonderful products in our Holiday catalog, available only through January 2, 2013.  Don't have one?  Contact me today.

Affectionately yours,
Trish