"Wedding Favor"

Hello My Crafty Friends,
Happy Friday and Woo Hoo! for this long weekend!!  I hope you guys have plans for this Labor Day weekend.  I don't have much planned but a Garage Sale with my Sister-in-law . 

We had a great first week of school and my son is very happy with his teacher even though he only has 2 little girls from his Kindergarten class from last year!! He tells me that he has made some new friends already! I feel better:) 

OK, on to my project for today.  I made a very pretty "Wedding Favor" using the matchbox die and the "NEW" Pewter embossing powder from the Holiday Mini. I LOVE LOVE this emboss powder you guys and is a must have!  Thank you for visiting and until next time, Enjoy! 
Don't forget to stop by tomorrow for the Scrumptious Blog Hop with lots of inspirational projects and giveaways!!! Entered in Decoratetocelebrate Challenge 

Hugs,

Norma

Used the Pewter Embossing Powder and the Matchbox Die 

which comes with the tags

Stamped a 1"of Very Vanilla and heat embossed 

and wrapped the chocolate!!

The Rosette was made using the "NEW" 

Simply Scoring Tool LOVE it!!

Look at the embossing through out the box!! Isn't it Beautiful?

Stampin' Up! Supplies

Matchbox Die #114890

Elements of Style Stamp Set #120045

It's a Wrap Occasion Stamp Set #123592

Occasional Quotes {sorry retired}

RiverRock Card Stock #108640

Very Vanilla Card Stock #101650

Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon #120999

Pewter Emboss Powder #124114{LOVE IT}

Basic Rhinestones #119246

Emboss Buddy #103083

Heat Tool #100005

VersaMark Pad #102283

Neutrals Pattern Designer Series Paper #117157

Very Vanilla Flowers {sorry retired}

Place your Stampin' Up! Order at my 

On-Line Store HERE

Product Suggestion of the Day:

Simply Scored 122334 Price: $29.95 Take the chore out of scoring! The Simply Scored Scoring Tool’s base fits paper or card stock up to 12" x 12" and features score tracks every 1/8". Features two easy-to-read rulers (with inch markings down to 1/8") along top and left side for perfect scoring. (One standard left-to-right ruler and one zero center ruler.) Includes three markers and stylus. Bottom of base has nonmarking and nonskid feet to secure it on your work areach Base measures Approximately 15-1/8" x 13-1/4" x 1".

Elements Of Style - Clear-Mount Stamp 120045 Price: $19.95 Replete with refined images of vintage blooms, birds, and flourishes, our Elements of Style set couldn’t be more aptly named. With a little something of everything graceful, you’ll find yourself pulling this set out regularly for an elegant background det Set Quantity: 5

It's A Wrap Occasions - Clear-Mount Stamp 123592 Price: $19.95 Make your own treat wrappers or party favors with our brand new seven-piece It's a Wrap Occasions Stamp Set. Designed to enclose foil-wrapped chocolate pieces, you can prepare these wrappers ahead of time so you'll always have a stash on hand for quick an Set Quantity: 7

Pewter Stampin' Emboss Powder 124114 Price: $4.75 Give your holiday projects a beautiful, antique look with our new embossing powder. Try using with images in the Bright Hopes, The Sounding Joy, or Comfort and Joy Sets for stunning results! Make sure you have our heat tool and other embossing products to help you emboss like a pro. 0.5 oz.

Scrumptious Sweet Blog Hop

Hello My Crafty Friends,
I would like to remind you about the Scrumptious Sweet Blog Hop tomorrow!! Hosted by the very talented Yolie from Just Yolie.  We have lots of inspirational projects and giveaways!!! You do not want to miss it!! See you all here on Saturday!!! I've posted the line up so that you can visit all the ladies today and follow their blogs so that Saturday all you have to do is visit and comment:)  Thank you for visiting and until next time, Enjoy!!

Hugs

Norma

Line up

Angie - http://angie-scrappinmemories.blogspot.com/

Amy M. - http://aimitup.blogspot.com/

Amy V. - www.lovetocrop.com

Celeste - http://touchedbyabutterfly.blogspot.com

Desiree - http://p1x3lf3t1sh.blogspot.com/

Gaby - www.gabycreates.com

Jani -  http://papercompulsions.blogspot.com/

Melin - http://papercraftingworld.blogspot.com

Norma - http://pinkblingcrafter.blogspot.com/{ME}

Tammy - http://tammyjennings.blogspot.com/

Tori - http://itstoristime.blogspot.com/

Yolie - www.justyolie.com

SHOP HERE for any 
STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS!
Product Suggestions of the Day:

Simply Scored 122334 Price: $29.95 Take the chore out of scoring! The Simply Scored Scoring Tool’s base fits paper or card stock up to 12" x 12" and features score tracks every 1/8". Features two easy-to-read rulers (with inch markings down to 1/8") along top and left side for perfect scoring. (One standard left-to-right ruler and one zero center ruler.) Includes three markers and stylus. Bottom of base has nonmarking and nonskid feet to secure it on your work areach Base measures Approximately 15-1/8" x 13-1/4" x 1".

Holly Berry Bouquet Specialty Designer Series Paper 124004 Price: $12.95 Poinsettias, pinecones, and holly berries on this specialty paper will make your holidays beautiful and elegant. Two sheets have one glittery side—making your project extra fancy! 12 sheets total. 2 each of 2 double-sided designs with red glitter on one side; 2 each of 4 double-sided designs without glitter. Nonglitter sheets are acid and lignin free. 12" x 12".

Thank you!!

Hello My Crafty Friends,
I just wanted to share the goodies I received today that I won over at Esther's blog at For the Joy of Creating.  I really want to give a BIG thank you to Jayne from Jayne-Designs she sent me a cut out of the 1 candle from the Wrap Up cartridge.  She created one HERE and I loved it for my nephew who is turning 1 this month. She is sooo SWEET to send me the cut out and the cutest card!! I truly appreciate her taking the time. WOW!! you two are just AWESOME!!! Thank you so much!  Please stop by and visit these two wonderful ladies and their beautiful creations!!! Woo Hoo I'm super excited to go and play with all the goodies:) Thanks again ladies!!

Big Hugs,

Norma

This is the cutout and the card Jayne sent me.  Don't you just LOVE the card so CUTE!!

These are the goodies I won over at Esther's blog.  Thanks Esther!!!

Thank you for visiting and until next time, Enjoy!!

"Adorable Halloween Owl" Swap Card

Hello My Crafty Friends,
I know you guys have been patiently waiting for the RELEASE of the HOLIDAY MINI CATALOG, the wait is OVER! Online ordering is ready and open for shopping!! Today's card is a card swap that I received from Liz Miller this past weekend at our Woo Hoo Stampers! Demo meeting. I just LOVEEE the adorable owl and I can't wait to place my order today just so I can buy this hostess set which includes the CUTE owl!! I also have a video to give you a look inside the Holiday Mini! Head over to my YouTube channel to view & Subscribe. Then come back and tell me what was your favorite product and I might just have a giveaway for one lucky person that leaves a comment and I will announce the winner on Monday!!  If you don't have a catalog and would like one mailed please send me an email at nlpimentel@aol.com {If you already have a relationship with another Demonstrator please contact them for a catalog} Thank you for visting and until next time, Enjoy the video!! Don't forget to stop by this Saturday for the Scrumptious Blog Hop and some fun giveaways!! SHOP NOW:)

Hugs,

Norma

This is the card I received from Liz Miller on a card Swap.  Love the CUTE, Adorable OWL!!!!!!

Love how Liz added the web and bats inside!!

The Stampin' Up! Supplies Liz used:

Spooky Bingo Stamp Set #123946

Warmest of Wishes Hostess set #122672 {only $10 with a $150 order}

Spider Web Emboss Folder #120889

Basic Black Card Stock #121045

Pumpkin Pie Card Stock #105117

Whisper White Card Stock #100730

1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon #109030

Pumpkin Pie Ink Pad #105216

Basic Black Ink pad #101179

Pumpkin Pie Marker #105115

Owl Builder Punch #118074

Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border #119275

SHOP HERE 24/7 ONLINE for any 

STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS!

Product Suggestions of the Day:

Spooky Bingo Bits - Clear-Mount Stamp 123946 Price: $27.95 Skeletons, ghosts, and mummies--oh my! This delightfully spooky twenty-four piece Halloween stamp set coordinates with the Bingo Card Background Stamp -- giving you everything you need to brew up a hauntingly bewitching bingo game! Frightening fun for the Set Quantity: 24

Spider Web Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die 120889 Price: $7.95 Decorate each corner of your Halloween projects lovingly with the delicate texture of wispy webs. They’ll invite the creepy crawliest of creatures—and your friends and family—to join you in your fantastically frightening festivities. Coordinate with any of our spooky stamp images for just the right background. ■ Textured Impressions Embossing Folder ■ 4-1/2" x 5-3/4" ■ Use with standard cutting pads and multipurpose platform ■ Coordinates with 1800s London Halloween suite

Owl Punch 118074 Price: $16.95 Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest, dimension, and color to your cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. You can glue punched shapes directly onto your projects or layer a sheet of card stock that has been punched over a coordinating card stock for a reverse effect. In one quick move, our Two-Step Owl punch cuts out all of the pieces you need to build an owl. It couldn't be easier to create a great accent or focal point: just punch and then layer the pieces. ■ Includes an owl body, detailed eyes (not just one circle size but three so you can create dimension), and a small heart ■ New, sleeker body style ■ Larger surface area offers precise cutting and leverage ■ Locks to store

Pumpkin Pie 1/4 Inch Grosgrain Ribbon 109030 Price: $4.95 Stampin’ Up!’s grosgrain ribbon colors were selected to coordinate with our exclusive color palette. Grosgrain is a quick and inexpensive embellishment for your cards and gift bags. ■ 1/4" wide, 100% polyester ■ Approximately 15 yards ■ Enhances any project ■ Coordinates with Stampin’ Up! color