LAST CARD CLUBS' PROJECTS FOR 2010

Here are the cards we made during club week.  We will be taking a break until the third week in January.  Check out the calendar of events at http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/.  Remember if you are in the Fort Worth area we would love for you to join in the fun of stamping with new and old friends!!  E-mail me at gram0210@sbcglobal.net for all the details.  Enjoy your holidays with family and friends!!! 

During the break I will be creating projects for the new year.  So visit often so you won't miss out on ideas to come. 

Stamping is my passion, being a Stampin' Up Demonstrator is my business...join my team and share the love of stamping.  E-mail me for more information---

Judy Hogan
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http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/
http://www.bluebonnetstampers.blogspot.com/

CHRISTMAS CANDLES

Every Thanksgiving I prepare a little "pre Christmas" basket for all the women who are at our home for dinner.  This year is no exception.  So today off to the $1 store I went and found these battery operated candles.  With the help of my wonderful Big Shot (Gotta' have one and what a great Christmas present. Find it at my on-line store http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/ ), the Snowflakes Set #2 Sizzlits, and Basic Rhinestones I was able to turn these "lifeless" candles into a thing of beauty!!  Don't they cast a beautiful glow.  I can't wait to add one to each basket. 

The Rhinestones catch the light during the day.





Then they cast a soft light to any
room in the house in the evening!

Next will be gift tags to add to my basket.  I know they will be appreciated when wrapping all those presents.  Of course I will tuck a few chocolates in to help with the stress!!

Stamping is my passion, being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is my is my  business!  If you want to share your love of stamping...join my team of Bluebonnet Stampers!!! Now is the time...for only $87.50 (until November 30th) you can enjoy all the benefits offered by Stampin' Up!  

Judy Hogan

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http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/

http://www.bluebonnetstampers.blogspot.com/





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GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Here is the Gingerbread House made from the Design-a-House located in the Holiday Mini Catalog.  If you did not order one for the workshop, you can order it at the workshop and make your own.  Or drop by my On-line store by going to http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/ and click on "shop now".  The rest is easy.  Making it is so much fun!! 

Christmas on a Budget

This is the last of the holiday series workshops.  Christmas workshops are always my favorites.  We have so many cute gift ideas planned for this one.  Over the next few days I will share some of the projects you can choose from to make. 


Is this not the cutest card ever!

 

Skinny bags filled with yummy M&M's topped with
a snowflake or singing Rudolph!



Can't have too many tags.  These are from the
Tags 'til Christmas stamp set.



An elegent tealight holder and tealight.  A beautiful
hostess gift but be sure to make one for yourself!!!
Gotta get that BIG SHOT!!

If you are in the Fort Worth area and looking to spend a FUN Sunday afternoon stamping with old and new friends, please join us.  Please E-mail me for all the details.

Judy Hogan
Stampin' Up Independent Demonstrator
gram0210@sbcglobal.net
http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/
http://www.bluebonnetstampers.blogspot.com/

Final Christmas Card in the Series

Here is the final Christmas card in our Christmas Stamp-A-Stack series.  We will make the sample card during October club week. 

Contempo Christmas is the last Christmas card in our Christmas Stamp-A-Stamp.  Now you can select the card you want to make, purchase the supplies, and join us in November to make all of your Christmas cards!

October Club Week Tuesday 12th and Friday 15th

Club week is approaching and I have been creating cards all week.  How do I ever choose which ones to do...well I'm not this time.  Fortunately we have two months to make beautiful fall cards and that is just what we are going to do.  Here is a preview for the next two months on what you can expect unless of course I come across something I like better!!!  I love casing cards and then sharing them with you.  It's hard to give credit because I've looked at so many and combined so many but I thank all the women who have shared their talent. 

If you live in the Fort Worth area, you are welcome to come to any of the clubs offered.  I only ask if you are not a club member, please E-mail me so I will have kits prepared.  You can get all the details at http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/  on where and when we meet.  Come prepared to have the time of your life!!!  We do have fun. 

We will make two of these cards this month and two next month.  What a wonderful way to show someone how much they mean to you.  In the foreground is the ever popular treat you will receive when you come to club.  It's also an idea of something yourself can make and give away!!

Little Blessings Workshop

This is the second in our series of workshops...Little Blessings.  We have so many in people in our lives that we love and appreciate and this is the best time of year to recognize them.  What better way to do that than  by making something special just for them!  We will have an array of items you can choose from to "make and take."  It is so hard to narrow the selections to a few because I'm still coming up with ideas.  However the picture below gives you a preview of what you can expect when you come.   Check out the calendar of event at http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/  for more details.  The class fee is $5.00.  Each item is individually priced from $1.00-$5.00.  Space is limited so please E-mail me ASAP to reserve your spot.  Ooooh did I fail to mention snacks and DOOR PRIZES!!!  You won't be dissappointed. 

This is only a sample of the items that are available to create.  Don't be left out on this workshop.  There's more to come!!!

Thanks for stopping by and happy stamping

Judy Hogan

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/



World Card Making Event

What a great time we had at my house on Saturday celebrating World Card Making Day.  This is the first time I have hosted this event and it was a smashing success!!!  The room was filled with quiet moments (everyone was working intently), while other times filled with roaring laughter (sharing funny, funny stories).  The time flew by but everyone had to get home in time for the UT/OU game!!!  We all accomplished so much.  I even got some cards completed that have been in my studio for months.  Now my family and friends will start receiving cards again.  We will be getting together later in the month for a UFO party.  The concept will be the same...completing UnFinished Objects or creating new ones.  Here are some pictures to show you what a good time we had.

These were the quiet moments.  Working intently

These are some of my completed card projects. 

Check out the calendar of events to see what's coming up.  Need supplies?  Shop 24/7 on line.  It's such a convenience.  Questions?  Please E-mail me.  Live in the Fort Worth area?  Come by during club week.  Just let me know by sending an E-mail so I will have a kit prepared for you.  Thanks for stopping by and happy stamping...

Judy Hogan

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/

Retreat Cards

Here are the cards I made at the Demonstrator Retreat.  I usually don't work well in groups so I was very proud of myself to stay focused and complete these three cards.  I'm normally walk around and look at what everyone else is making.  This time everyone was looking at what I was making!!! 

 I loved designing my own DSP to make this card

I love the watercolor technique.  Marilyn Young designed

this card and gave us a watercolor class

Here is another card with my original DSP. 

I love these colors.

If you live in the Fort Worth area, please feel free to join us during club week.  We will be making cards using these beautiful fall colors.  Check out my calendar of events for dates and E-mail me for all the details.

Thanks for dropping by

Judy Hogan

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/

Demonstrator Retreat

This past weekend several demonstrators got together for our first retreat.  I cannot tell you how much fun we had stamping, eating, laughing, watching chick flicks, staying up late and eating!!!  We stayed at the most awesome craft house.  But I will let the pictures tell the story.  Tomorrow I will post some of the projects I completed.
  

 



Wonderful work space wouldn't you say.  Everyone had their own table.  I love to spread out!!!

Thanks for dropping by...

Judy Hogan

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/

http://www.bluebonnetstampers.blogspot.net/

I'm back

Sorry it's been so long since my last post but I've been busy preparing for the upcoming "Trick or Treat" Workshop on Sunday, September 19th.  There are going to be so many cute things to make.  If you are in the Fort Worth area and would like to come, please E-mail me for more details.  There are still a few spaces available.  Here is a "sneaky peekie" to give you an idea!!


The pictures don't do the cute favors justice but we have several candy and table top favors to choose from for you to make.  In the foreground is the Vintage Pumpkin; lurking in the background on the left is Pumpkin Man filled with candy; there are Spooky Cupcake Holders w/Spooky Napkin Rings; Mini Haunted Houses; Wicked Treat Holder; and Pumpkin Purse Candy Holder.  In the background are Ghoulie Tree Ornaments.

Franken Cup and Friends you can fill with sweet treats.

"Trick or Treat" 

 from the Definitely Decorative Catalog

Closer view of the Ghoulie Tree Ornaments

We are looking for a SPOOK-TACULAR good time.  Don't miss out YOU could be instore for a TRICK or a TREAT!!! 

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I would love to have you join my TEAM!!!
 
Judy Hogan
Stampin'Up Demonstrator
gram0210@sbcglobal.net
http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/

September Club Projects

Here are the projects for this month's card clubs

The "Creepy Crawly Spider" uses the new spider web embosslit folder.  It's also a great way to show how to use up your scraps to make a card.  The spooky eyes make it the cutest!  A fun card to send! 

The "Greeting Kids" stamp set is one we will use a lot during the holidays.  Here is the little girl all dressed up in her witch's cape/hat perched on top a pumpkin!  What little girl wouldn't love to receive this card!

"Come to Bethlehem" is the second in a series of Christmas cards for the Stamp-A-Stack event.  It is a beautiful card telling a Beautiful Story!  When you participate in this event you will have all your cards ready to address, stamp, and mail by mid November!!!  What a relief that would be. 

If you are not a club member but would like to make these projects, please E-mail me before September 14th for further details.  Making cards with friends (new or old) is a FUN way to spend a morning or evening. 

SU Coming to Fort Worth

How exciting that Fort Worth was chosen to host the Stampin'Up Regional Conference this year!!  More than 500 demonstrators will be at the convention center downtown on Friday/Saturday, September 10/11.  One of our very own ... Sharon Cheng ... will be a presenter.  She will demonstrate several projects.  Those of you who are planning to attend one or all of the upcoming fall workshops will reap the benefits of her presentation!  Another favorite is the card swap.  Many of the demonstrators participate in this event and which helps us to broaden club card ideas.  Here is a picture of mine.  It's a good possibility this will be one of the October card projects.  It features the French Foliage stamp set.  It uses a unique technique.  Hope you like it!

Be sure to check our the website http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/ for a complete listing of the upcoming events.  All of the club meetings and workshops are posted there.  Thanks for dropping by and feel free to leave a comment.

judy hogan

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/  

Labor Day/Blake's B-day Party

Today is the end of swim season...the pool officially closes!!!  However, their are a few "Polar Bears" in our family that still like to swim .  We also celebrated Blake's 11th birthday this weekend and I wanted to share the cute football card I made for him.  Of course the paper clip held his B-day money.  It's so fun to customize cards for the ones you give them to.   He did mention the clip board looked like the one his coach uses!!! 

Thanks for dropping by...judy

Introducing The Bluebonnet Stampers

I'm launching my new BLUEBONNET STAMPERS blog.  This is really stepping out of my comfort zone.  The blog will keep you updated on all the activities I have going with my stamp clubs.  These are the cards we made during our August meetings.  The Christmas card is one in a series of three cards we will do at our Christmas Stamp-a-Stack Workshop.  If you are in the Fort Worth area, please contact me for more information on how you can participate in a fun day of card making.  The goal is to have your Christmas cards made and ready to mail in November!!!