It's a new year, a new Mini Catalog and time for a "Friendly Hello" ;)

Hey Friends!

Thanks so much to those of you who checked out my blog post yesterday, after a somewhat long hiatus. I really appreciate it and would love to also get some comments if you are tempted at all! If you didn't see it, scroll down and you'll be there!

As I mentioned yesterday, Sale-A-Bration is back for January and February. The brochure featuring the freebies is loaded with paper and stamps, which we always need more of. One offering requires a $100 purchase but is a bundle of stamps and Designer Series Paper. It's called "Friendly Hello" and it features of soft, welcoming and peaceful palette of Fresh Freesia, Granny Apple Green, Petal Pink, Pool Party and Shaded Spruce. It's delightfully pretty and I couldn't wait to play with the set. Here are a couple of things I came up with:

 In both of these cards, you get a good look at several of the Designer Series Paper choices and how the colors magically coordinate. I wouldn't have thought of adding the darker Shaded Spruce to this lineup, but it gives the rest of the colors an anchor. You can see what I mean in the stripe background paper featured in the second card. I enjoyed using my Blends alcohol markers as well, coloring the bird and flowers on the top card and the background of the sentiment on the bottom card.  I used a corner punch on the top card and a new twig/sprig punch called "Bough Punch" that is featured in the new mini catalog. As always, I've included a supply list at the bottom of this post. 

Are you in the creative and stamping doldrums? Does your mojo need more mo and more jo? A new mini catalog and a Sale-A-Bration will be just the thing to inspire you and get you back to your favorite hobby. I especially love creating with the gorgeous spring themes of tulips, daffodils and more when we are deep, deep in the heart of winter in SW Montana with no spring in sight for months!  Check out the new mini catalog by clicking on the picture of it on the right====>>> as well as the SAB brochure. Let me know what your favorite new set is and we can get it ordered for you, or you can click on the shop tab and head right to the online store. 

I'm slowly gaining some steam on my stamping craftiness and invite you to check out my blog again for more new ideas and fun!

Happy Stampin'!

Sarah