Back from Houston

Hello,
I'm back from my trip. I had a really good time at Houston. I was able to see Andy and his family every day of the trip. Steph and I are planning to go visit again in about 2 weeks, depending on our work schedule. Andy's faith is strong, I am very thankful for that.

Once I arrived at home, Buttons was very very excited to see me. I really missed her and was sort of worried since I was relying on my mom and Bryan (my little brother) to take care of her. Thank you mom and B for taking such great care of her! Here is a picture of her sleeping on the bed her Auntie Catherine bought her. (Catherine is my lilttle sister)

The business card that I designed (with Steph and Tiff's help) arrived as well. The reward card is printed in the back. Please check on the "Reward" post for more information.

I will post more projects I created last week tomorrow :) I am so tired from the trip. The airplane ride from Houston to Phoenix was not pleasant. More to follow!

Houston

Good Morning!
I am currently in Houston right now visiting Andy. My best friend, Stephanie, took some time off her busy work schedule to travel and visit Andy with me. I am so touched by her love and generosity.

We departed yesterday at 6:45am and arrived around 2pm in Houston. I got to see Andy yesterday! :) His family was there to support him. I got to spend about 2 hours with Tiffany and family and about 40 minutes with Andy before he needed more rest. Praise the Lord! Andy and Tiff have many visitors coming in so I was lucky that I got able to squeeze in between their visitors.

Heading out to visit him now. Please continue to pray for Andy for some good rest.

Summer Fun Hostess Bonus Promotion

Dates: June 1-30, 2009

For those of you who plan to host a workshop in June, there is a special promotion starting.

Promotion Details:

The Summer Fun Hostess Bonus Promotion has two parts:

• Hostesses who hold a $250-$399.99 workshop will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars. This is an additional to your $25 free merchandise $ and the Level 1 exclusive stamp set. (Total of $45 plus stamp set)
  
• Hostesses who hold a $400 or more workshop will receive an additional $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars. This is an additional to your $45 free merchandise $ and the Level 1 and 2 exclusive stamp set. (Total of $95 plus 2 stamp sets)

Things to Remember:

• For those of you who wish to order online, you qualify for this Summer Fun bonus as well.
  
• Hostesses may use their additional hostess free merchandise on any regular catalog or mini catalog merchandise.

Also, starting June 15th, the Country Living Summer Kit will be available for purchase. This is a must have kits to help you create special memories with a fun and convenient, coordinated summer barbeque!

Item #	Description	Price
118070	Country Living Summer Cookout Kit	$24.95

The exclusive Country Living Summer Cookout Kit includes the following products:

• 8 die-cut table tents (2 each of 4 colors)
• Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create 8 shish kabob invitations
• 12 die-cut coasters (3 each of 4 colors)
• 16 die-cut tags (4 each of 4 colors)
• 24 12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of 2 colors)
• 4 printed recipe cards
• 5 yards linen thread
• Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
• Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
• Dig In stamp set (item number 116700)

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like more information on how to host a workshop.

Memorial Day Weekend

Hello, I just received news that Andy is in surgery right now. Please continue to pray for him and his family.

Here are some cards I made over the weekend.

I mailed the Cookie Monster to Andy and Tiff since those two love desserts!
Colors used: Pacific Point, Creamy Caramel, Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red, Only Orange, Green Galore, Scallop Circle (113468), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine 113439, Stampin' Dimensionals (104430).
I made these mini post it note holders for two of the girls at church. Thank you Fiona and Karen your prayers and wisdom.

Lastly, here is my first attempt with my spinner card. I absolutely love it. The stamp used is from Comfort Food (113210) hostess set.

Prayer Request

Hello Friends,
My friend Anderson is going through some hard times right now. I met Andy in 9th grade at IPS class. He is a great guy that enjoys food, softball, and a good joke. I still remember getting our drivers permit together at DMV in West Covina. He is battling cancer right now in Houston. Please keep him, his wife Tiffany, his family in your prayers and thoughts.

I also want to thank the kids at FECDB, Gu, Steph, for their prayers and support tonight. The kids gave me an overwhelming sense of peace. They reminded how loved and blessed I am during this difficult time. I praise Lord for this wonderful church family that He provided for me. He is Amazing! Thank you guys (FECDB Youth Group)! I truly appreciate your support, your prayers, your wisdom, and just you being you.

Bookmark

I found this bookmark idea that I really liked from watching YouTube. It was made from using a scallop square frame from On Board Essentials (Item 112085). I wanted to demonstrate a similar bookmark idea in my future classes. However, the On Board Essentials only have 1 frame per packet so I had to find an alterative way to create this project since I will need many many frames.

So, I ordered chipboards :) I use my Sizzix Big Shot to cut out the die. Painted it, Stamped it, and here it is...

Materials Used: Cheap Talk (113204), Tangerine Tango Ink (111834). Sizzix Big Shot (113439). Scallop Circle #2 (113469). You can buy your supplies here. I am also planning to make this into a DIY kit in the near future.

Here is a picture of how you use it as a bookmark.

Contact me if you have any questions.

Reward Card

I have been working on the back of my business card today and decided to use the back as a frequent shopper rewards card. I got this idea from my local boba store. I get a stamp for every boba I buy. After my card is full, I receive a FREE drink!

You will receive one stamp for each Stampin'Up! stamp set you order with me in person or at my online store. You will also receive one stamp for each of your Stampin'Up supply order over $30. (My DIY Kits are excluded from this reward offer.)

*Once your card is completed with 15 stamps, you will receive a FREE stamp set ($20 Value) from me. Contact me to redeem your reward.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Hostess Benefits

So a little housekeeping: here is the information in regards to hostess benefits. Anyone can host a party or workshop. This is a fun get-together with family and friends to share the fun of creativity. I will be available to present some creative projects and you will have the opportunity to earn free exclusive products!

Please contact me for more information or visit
my Stampin'Up! Website.

Upcoming Event

Jen will be hosting a workshop on June 6th (Saturday) at noon. I am really excited about this since it will be just a bunch of friends and coworkers sharing our ideas. The attendees will be veteran stampers so I get to learn new tricks. Jen will be sharing her shaker card technique. We will be using the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set (Item # 111618).

I, on the other hand want to share the popsicle card for the summer months that can easily be used as a greeting card or a fun invitation for the summer parties and bbq. Lastly the project that I will be sharing is the post it note holder.

The location of this event will be at Jen's apartment in Huntington Beach. Jen will also be eligible for all the hostess benefits and the "Book to Look" gift.

At the Beginning

I finally got the layout for my business card created. (Thanks for helping me brainstorm Tiff!!) I will post a picture up as soon as I have a chance to actually make it. The business cards will be handmade, made from scratch. Since my cousin Tiffany helped me with this project, I made a post it note holder to thank her. This is the first project I will be offering in my classes. I am also working on the DIY kit. Hopefully, that will be available by this weekend.

Welcome

Welcome to Goodies from Scratch!

I am a Stampin'Up! demonstrator and have a passion for crafts of all sorts: paper crafts, crocheting, knitting, and of course baking. I offer Stampin'Up! workshops and classes focused on Stampin'Up’s unique products. During these classes, fresh baked goodies will be served as well. (To promote my dream of opening up a coffee shop/bakery/cafe)

Also, you can purchase DIY kits sold exclusively at FarFarLand.com. Supplies can be purchased at my Stampin'Up site.

I look forward to sharing my love of stamping, crafting, and baking with you!