Well, there is exactly one week left before my 2nd Annual Riverfrontstampin'Retreat.  Are you excited??  I sure am.  I am so excited that I couldn't contain myself and had to give you a little sneak peek of what's coming. 

I always use a different technique to cover my album and always use Stampinup's linen album because you can decorate them in so many ways.  This year I used the Mostly Vintage Stencil but added a little twist to my stencil technique.  I added stencil paste to my album.  And voila, it turned out great.

It rained here in Eastern Ontario, but the sun is just starting to shine, so I took advantage and went at the end of our dock to get a picture.  Nothing like natural daylight for a great picture!

Here is a close up of my album.  So there you go, you get a preview of technique #1 .  Can't wait to see you all, next week & you will get to see & create the next 23 techniques.  For those of you who got the technique album to go, I am almost done.  See you soon! 

Stampin'up! Supplies Used

You can preorder 24/7 in my STORE

6×6 linen album # 104509

baja breeze ink pad # 111833 (available July 1st)

baja breeze stampin'write marker #120965 (available July 1st)

early expresso ink pad # 119670 (available July 1st)

early expresso stampin'write marker #119680 (available July 1st)

dazzling diamonds # 102023

2-way glue pen # 100425

chocolate chip satin ribbon # 117287

half pearls from the Pretties kit # 109114

color spritzer tool # 107066

Wondering why I have supplies from the next 2010 – 2011 Idea Book & Catalogue?  Well as a demonstrator you get to preorder 1 month ahead.  So I have been rolling over with excitement using my baja breeze marker. My favorite color is back.  Youppi doo! 

If you would like to buy the mini starter kit on sale, you have until June 30th.  It's only 119$,  wow what a deal and you get 220$ of products.  This kit is customizable.  You get to change products for equal value.  Look what is in the starter kit HERE

2nd Annual Riverfront Stampin’Retreat!

What is Riverfront Stampin’Retreat?

(There is a sample picture from last year on the link below, this year I am adding a twist to the cover album, there will be special stenciling technique but even more!  I can’t wait)

It is a fun filled day, where you will learn 24 stampin’techniques, by the riverfront view of Kim’s Stampin’Studio.

This retreat includes a 6×6 linen album,page protectors inserts, supplies & step by step instructions on how to create the samples.

Some samples will include the new in colors/color renovation & stamp sets from the preview 2010-2011 catalogue. 

What a great start to your new stampin catalogue year!  It will be an excellent tool to help you prepare for your Fall workshops,camps and stamper’s groups. 

BRING:  Your own adhesive and refill, scissors.  Make sure all of your supplies are labeled with your name.

When:  Saturday, June 26th, 2010

Registration:  8:30 am

Class:  9:00 to 4:30

Where:  Kim’s Stampin’Studio

750 Front Rd West

L’Orignal, Ontario

K0B 1K0

(1 hr between Montreal and Ottawa)

There will be one hour break where you can enjoy your lunch by the river, have a swim or just sit back and enjoy the view!

Muffins,tea, coffee and water will be provided

Your registration fees includes:

A 6×6 linen album

Page protector inserts

    Instructions & supplies to make all samples in FRENCH or ENGLISH

(need to specify language when you sign up)

Early Bird Registration fee is 75$  or 85$ including a catered meal and summer cocktails

                            (After May 30th registration is 95$)

Click HERE to learn more and to sign up! 

Can’t come email me to get your package directly on your front step!

Workshop of a lifetime, Today I’m on cloud nine!  I am so excited to share with you my 9hrs with Shelli Gardner and her daughter Sara.  When I first woke up yesterday, I went directly to my laptop to see what Shelli had written on her blog about her flight to Canada.  When I read the Sara and Shelli had lost there luggage I thought to myself I better help them get ready with the workshop.  Kellene Adams is Shelli’s assistant, she called me at 12h30 eastern time and said:  Shelli lost her luggage and she doesn’t have everything for the workshop.  I told her I knew about it and said what I had prep.  for them and she was in relief.

12h55  Door bell rang!  it was Shelli, cute as can be with the most stylish hat.  I had been nervous but in the first 5 sec, she put me at ease.  She was the most amazing, down to earth and kind women I had ever met.  Sara stepped out of the car and we chatted about the luggage and what our plan was going to be.  Despite the luggage being lost, they were so organized!  In 5 min everything was cut and ready to go.  I have never seen paper chopped so fast!  Still I looked at them and had to pinch my self a few times!! Was this real!!!!

My guests arrived and Shelli and Sara greated them, we talked about their adventure and about Shanna’s wedding plans.  Shelli talked about her family with such pride.  How fortunate for her girls to have such a wonderful mom!

Shelli’s workshop was about stencils.  How ironic, I was suppose to present at the Regional in Seracuse, but sadly it was cancelled because of bad weather.  My theme was also stencils.  I just loved them.  I have been using them for numerous techniques but Shelli amazed me with her technique.  Something I hadn’t done with my customers…

This card was her demo card:  love it…..

She used Basic gray cardstock, sage shadow and natural white. 

Designer paper was: Nouveau Chic  (got to order that!), and love the new satin ribbons from the mini.  She used the basic gray ribbon. and embellished with a clear rhinestone.

She placed one of her Elegant trio stencil from the definitely decorative insert on the natural white cardstock and used a dauber to add sage shadow ink.  Shelli left the stencil on and stamped the gratitude stamp from the stamp set define your life, which you can have for FREE if you buy the demonstrator starter kit before the end of Sale-a-bration(March 31st).  For the final touch she spritz black ink with the spritzer tool and the basic black marker.  Voila, tres chic!

 Make and Take # 1

While Shelli was getting ready, Sara "wowed" my guests with the first make and take. It was a adorable pen with a little tag that they had designed with the modern label punch and the trio flower punch.

Then came Make and Take #2

Shelli used the Note cards (you get 20 with envelops for $7.95 canadian).  She cut about half an inch and added the groom specialty paper.  She placed one of her Elegant trio stencil from the definitely decorative insert on the note card and used a dauber to add the orchid opulence ink  (one of Sara’s favorites) Shelli added. The stylish basic black image is called Vintage labels, one of many stamp sets you get for free when you purchase for 65$.  Embellishment with circle ice lilac brads and basic black satin ribbon.  So elegant!

Shelli also made this cute box which I don’t have a picture  for our BOOK TO LOOK.  I guess I got caught in the moment!  But inside was 4 little cards like you see here.  Anyone who booked a workshop that day got one of these cards with a little incentive inside.  We got 3 bookings!! Wooo Ohh for us… Sherry, Therese and Julie get to have a similar stampin party of their own to get lots of great products…For FREE

She used the in color cardstock which will retire in July…

Hostess Gift -how cute is that

Shelli taught of everything.  Look at my cute boxe.  Filled with chocolate (by the way)  We all need a taste of chocolate….  She stamped in french just for me.  "Tu es exceptionnelle" It’s the one of a kind stamp but in french.  I also loved the kaleidoscope designer paper she used. 

Ok I have lots of Stampin up products in my stamp room but Shelli did you know what I don’t have.  Now I have to make another wish list with all these wonderful projects.

When you demonstrated these products, I thought to myself they are so me!  It is like if you knew what I liked.  I am so into vintage…

Anyway this concluded the workshop, my sales are not final but I have to say 3 bookings, 1 recruit and 2 potential recruits is the best workshop ever.  Why?  because I got to spend it with Shelli and Sara.  Thank you!!

Downline Dinner

Top row:  Melissa Lalonde,Melissa Nadeau, Michelle Nadeau, Manon Parent, Roxanne Sauve, Chantale Assaly, Paula Assaly

Bottom row:  Danielle Drouin, Shelli Gardner, me, Sara Gardner and Jennifer Inskip

Some of my downline couldn’t attend but I will give them the scoop at my next team meeting at the end of the month.

Because I live in this little town, Shelli had to drive an hour and she could not drive back to her hotel room before the downline meeting so my husband and I decided to invite Shelli and Sara for dinner.  But then had the brilliant idea of having my downline, my girls attend also.  Shelli was kind enough to agree.  So we had this delicious meal in my home.  It was so much fun!

Thank you again for the wonderful day yesterday. I am in aw mode today! I walked in my stamp room this morning and it felt different! The memories from yesterday’s event, I will treasure forever. The best part was to see the reaction of all the demonstrators during the evening event. (Which I will post about tomorrow)

I am blessed to have met you and Sara and will cherish your friendship forever. My family has been touched by your visit yesterday.  I cannot thank you enough!! I will see you on the Stampin up! cruise in April…

Kim

xxx

Do you want Shelli’s story of her visit to L’Orignal?  Go to Shelli’s blog:  www.soshelli.com

http://www.soshelli.com/so-shelli-blog/2010/3/11/stamping-on-the-rivers-edge.html

Check out tomorrow for the evening event!!!

What is my Holiday Scrappin’Retreat?

It is a fun filled day, where you will create 12 double page spread (12×12) . Every 2 page spread will represent an event of every month of the year. (A  YEAR IN A ALBUM) Therefore you will leave my home with 24 pages in a 12 x 12 decorated linen album.  All with Stampin’ Up! products!

This retreat includes a 12×12 linen album,page protectors inserts, supplies & a goodie bag full of accessories.

There will be door prizes, gifts and products for sale.  Also Mary’s Country’s Kitchen will have great catered gifts for your loved ones! 

What a great gift for a family member, friend or even a downline!  A handmade stamped gift is a gift from the heart! 

You will not want to miss this fun event in the ambiance of Christmas in the comfort of my home.  There will be Christmas music, decorations and a yummy catered buffet.  There will also be cupcakes ‘big shot’ style!  SEE MENU BELOW

BRING:  Your own adhesive and refill, scissors.  Make sure all of your supplies are labeled with your name.

When:  Saturday, December 5th, 2009

Registration:  8:30 am

Class:  9:00 to 4:00

Where:  Kim’s Stampin’Studio

750 Front Rd West

L’Orignal, Ontario

K0B 1K0

(1 hr between Montreal and Ottawa)

There will be one hour break where you can enjoy Mary’s country kitchen catered lunch, shop or chat!

Muffins,tea, coffee and water will be provided

Your registration fees includes:

A 12×12 linen album

Page protector inserts

    An goodie bag full of accessories

Registration fee is 99$  or 114$ including a catered meal

Complete details click HERE

Hope you can make it to my home Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Kim

Well it’s 1o’clock in the morning.  Just can’t sleep.  I went with my 3 girls and my husband to the movies and we saw G-Force, a Walt Disney movie.  Then we went the chapters to look at some books, card magazines and scrapbooking magazines.  Can you believe that the Halloween stuff is out already! I made a mistake by having a starbucks Chai latte. (which I know if I drink it past 3pm that I can’t sleep)  But I couldn’t resist!  Anyway, I am participating in a holiday mini catalogue swap and I just can’t decide which card to do.  I started playing with products from the mini.  It’s the best mini ever!!!  Help me to decide!

I just wanted to create a classy simple card for Sherida Giddings’ swap.  I used the Stampin’up! petals-a-plenty folder and four the holidays stamp set from the mini catalogue.  I also used the stamp set tree trimmings, the specialty paper bride, whisper white paper.  I dazzled it up with the pretties kit and whisper white taffetas ribbon.  My images were stamped in soft suede.

Here is a close up of my ornaments (these are only stamped in soft suede)

On this card, the ornaments look lighter because I stamped my ornament with soft suede then I added shimmer paint in champagne mist with my dauber on my stamped cardstock.  I just love the new shimmer paint in the holiday mini!

I know it is kind of hard to see.  It is much better when you look at it in person but I need to make a decision before monday.  Also my husband is very good at making compliments and adjustments about the projects I stamp but he would be very critical if I wake him up. lol

Help me out!  With the shimmer paint or without??

This is one of the techniques I did at my Riverfront stampin’ retreat.  The retreat is over but you can still purchase the 24 technique book.  Details here:  http://riverfrontstampin.com/?page_id=82

Stamp sets used:  sense of time, teeny tiny wishes

Punches: Modern label, horizontal slot

Soot Stampin:  Hold glossy cardstock over lit candle, so that the flame touches it.  Move the carstock around quickly.  Press a stamp onto the soot covered cardstock.   Do not touch the soot-covered part with your fingers.  The soot comes off easily.  Spray your image with acrylic sealer or hairspray to prevent smudging.

***I am currently working on creating a password access for those of you who attended the retreat or have purchased it with instructions in french and english.  I should have it ready in September, once the kids are back to school.

As a demonstrator there is nothing better than sharing ideas with fellow demonstrators.  Marie Kirkwood is part of the Inkredible Canadian team but she is so far from us,(Vancouver).  She couldn’t attend my Riverfront stamping retreat but decided to invite us for a 4×4 technique swap of her own (by mail of course).  I decided to showcase the stencils which I truly love.  I had to make 27 4×4 cards.  Which means, I will receive 26 techniques back + my own.  How cool for futur reference or even to showcase at workshops.  For my 4×4 cards, my technique,Stenciling on Cardstock is best done with crafters ink.  I used dotto to keep the stencil in place.  With a dauber, apply craft ink by stumping on the stencil.  Fill in the entire image, then remove your stencil and let dry.  Material used:  Stencil:  kind thoughts brocade (small), cardstock:  kraft,natural ivory, and the new in color:  crushed curry, Designer paper:  Razzleberry lemonade, ink:  whisper white craft ink, chocolate chip and crushed curry, stamp set:  Friends 24-7 and the jumbo wheel:  friendly words, punches:  photo corners and spiral, markers:  crushed curry and chocolate chip with the color spritzer tool.  Accessories:  daubers, sponge, button latte and linen thread.

Il n’y a rien de plus agréable, comme démonstratrice que de partager des idées avec d’autres amies démonstratrices!  Marie Kirkwood fait partie du groupe Inkredible Canadians mais elle vit tellement loin (Vancouver) qu’elle n’est pas venue à ma retraite Riverfront Stampin’, mais elle a tout de même décidé de faire un échange de techniques 4×4 (par courrier).  J’ai participé et j’ai démontré les pochoirs décors stencils sur du papier cartonné qui est plus facile a faire avec de l’encre craft.  J’ai utilisé mon distributeur dotto pour garder mon stencil en place.  Avec un éponge camoufleur, j’ai appliqué l’encre craft en taponnant sur le stencil.  J’ai rempli l’image et ensuite retiré le stencil et laissé séché.  Matériaux utilisés:  Stencil:  Kind thoughts brocade (petit), Cartons:  kraft, naturel ivoire et une des nouvelles en couleurs, cari moulu, papier design: limonade fraise pressée, encres: craft murmure blanc, pépite de chocolat et cari moulu, estampe:  Friends 24-7 et la roue maxi:  friendly words, poinçons:  coins pour photo et spirale, marqueurs:  pépite de chocolat et cari moulu avec l’atomiseur de couleur.  Accessoires:  éponge camoufleur, éponge, bouton au lait et le fil de lin.

If you would like to purchase my Riverfront Stampin’ Retreat 6×6 album Click here for full details.

Si vous voulez acheter mon album 6×6 Retraite Riverfront Stampin’ cliquez ici pour plus de détails.

I was busy stamping all weekend.  Stay tuned because I will be posting this week.  Well I have been cherishing these pictures for a while and was waiting for the right technique to create a page.  Thanks to Patty Bennett, I created a perfect and beautiful rose to match Jordan’s pictures.  The rose was created with the watercolor rose technique which I am going to show my stampers group.  I will also be showing this technique to our Sparkledaisies meeting, leader Marlayne Hardy.  I sure hope to wow them!  By the way, at Josee Smuck’s Inkies meeting, there were a few who asked me where I had these pictures done.  It’s a studio called Magenta Studio , in Montreal

Material used:  shimmery white cardstock, pink pirouette textured cardstock in 12×12, pretty in pink 8.5×11, whisper white textured cardstock, Bella Rose designer paper, vellum cardstock, white pearls from the pretties kit, 2 way glue, dazzling diamonds, whisper white taffeta ribbon,  chipboard, white craft ink, ink refills in pink pirouette and pretty in pink, aquapainter, eyelet border punch and naturally serif letters with my big shot.

WATERCOLORING RE-iNKER TECHNIQUE

Instruction:

1.  Take a piece of shimmery white cardstock

2.  Stamp your image with White Craft ink

3.  Apply clear embossing powder on stamped image

4.  Heat the image with your embossing tool

5.  Spray your entire image with a spritzer bottle filled with water

6.  Use a lid ex.  cool whip lid to apply a dab of reinker of your color choice. ( You can use different colors)

7.  Take your aquapainter and dip it in the dab of reinker.

8.  Touch stamped paper with the aquapainter (the color will spread on the wet stamped image)

9.  You can repeat step 7 and 8 with another color and can go over the image more then once if you want to create more colors ( I used pink pirouette, pretty in pink)

10.  Let your stamped image dry standing up (the extra water will drip down)  It doesn’t really matter because you will cut the image after.  It will take approx. 30 min for your image to dry

Voilà! you are done…

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