Southern Belles

The Sensational Southern Belles

2009-12-17T05:10:00.000-08:00

This photo was taken at the recent Adelaide Regional Seminar. This is about a third of the team.

Congratulations Tina Gillespie

2009-12-17T05:00:00.000-08:00

Tina has won both the October AND November challenges- well done Tina, your work really is lovely!

I have been in contact about collecting your prizes.

Kay and Kerrie's November Challenge Cards

2009-11-29T17:17:00.000-08:00

This is Kerrie-Ann Rootsey's November challenge, the bling is a nice touch!

This card is from Kay Koufalakis, I love the stitching, it brings the whole card together so well.

Well done ladies and thanks for playing!

Helen Greco's Challenge Card

2009-11-22T20:16:00.000-08:00

Thanks for your submission Helen!

Tina Gillespie's Challenge Project

2009-11-22T20:12:00.000-08:00

Tina writes:

"Here's my entry for the latest challenge. It took a while because my friend Brooke and I had to get together to do our cards. I wish I could claim the technique I used, but I cased it from some cards on SplitCoast Stampers. It was my first go at masking and I'm very pleased with the results."

NOVEMBER CHALLENGE

2009-11-08T17:38:00.000-08:00

I am so sorry that I am so late in getting this challenge on the blog, please forgive me!

This month's challenge comes from Julia Lim.

Julie says:

"For November, let's try a color challenge:

Kraft, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White. This color combo
was inspired by an Interior Design magazine!

The winner receives an assorted pack of 6x6" pattern paper.

Challenge Card from Denise Boddey

2009-10-20T18:16:00.000-07:00

Once again, Denise has outdone herself with this month's challenge with this stunning card.

Visit Denise's Blog.

Another Layout from Tina Gillespie

2009-10-20T08:05:00.000-07:00

Tina's daughter wanted her to make a layout for her, so here it is. Stunning work Tina!

October Submissions

2009-10-14T21:37:00.000-07:00

Card by Roz Blignault.

The card measures 10.5cm x 10.5cm and was made using the "I Wish" Simply Scrappin' Kit.
Visit Roz's Blog.

Layout by Kay Koufalakis. Stunning photo's Kay!
Visit Kay's Blog

Submission from Brooke Croxton

2009-10-09T02:02:00.000-07:00

Brooke is a friend of Tina's - welcome to our team challenges Brooke, and well done!

October Challenge- Tina Gillespie

2009-10-06T04:50:00.001-07:00

Tina says "This layout just popped into my head as soon as I saw the sketch and turned out pretty much exactly as I'd pictured it. My wonderful husband put together the mosaic photo in the layout, and I'm really pleased with the finished product. Best of all, my son Alex gave it his approval!!"

Well done Tina!

Last Month's Winner

2009-10-06T04:49:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to TINA GILLESPIE for winning last month's challenge set by Denise.
Tina, please let me know which ink pad you would like :)

OCTOBER TEAM CHALLENGE

2009-09-30T06:42:00.000-07:00

This month's Team Challenge has been set by SHIRLEY BARBER.

It is a 12" x 12" layout, divided into 9 squares.

I love it Shirley, I am sure everyone will have a lot of fun with this one.

PRIZE: Submit a layout and win an assortment of Punchie Shapes!
Stampin' Up! demonstrators will get their blogs linked to their post, but are not eligible for the prize.

Card by Tina Gillespie

2009-09-17T19:43:00.000-07:00

Tina has been card-making for 6 months and said about the challenge:

"I really enjoyed the challenge of the competition and look forward to being inspired by future sketches."

Card from Juliann Williams

2009-09-17T03:13:00.000-07:00

This is Juliann's submission to the challenge. She was concerned that she had adapted the challenge too much, but for me, the point of this is to be inspired to create, not to follow a pattern to the letter- I would love to hear your opinion on the subject.

Where is your blog Juliann!

Challenge Card from Roz

2009-09-15T04:35:00.000-07:00

The challenge has been adapted ever so slightly to suit the stamp set.

Visit Roz's blog

More Challenge Cards

2009-09-12T22:58:00.000-07:00

CARD BY: Shirley Barber

VISIT Shirley's BLOG

CARD BY: Kerrie-Ann Rootsey

CARD BY Kay Koufalakis - Kay has submitted a second card - way to go Kay!

VISIT KAY's BLOG

Challenge Cards- Kay Koufalakis and Julia Lim

2009-09-11T09:38:00.000-07:00

Card by Kay Koufalakis - VISIT KAY's BLOG HERE

Card by Julie Lim - Visit JULIA's BLOG HERE

Challenge Submission- Helen Greco

2009-09-07T05:41:00.000-07:00

"Please find attatched a photo of the card I made using Denise's design. I have used the designer paper Walk in the Park from the new mini, and a chipboard bird from this year's catalogue. I would love to be a part of your competition, regards, Helen Greco"

OUR FIRST TEAM CHALLENGE

2009-09-02T05:29:00.000-07:00

Our first monthly challenge comes with thanks to Denise Boddey.

The deal is:

Create a project based on this diagram, submissions must be in before the last day of the month. Of course you can create a layout or a card, it is up to you. Email a scan or photo of your completed project to rozzieoz@tpg.com.au and your project will be uploaded to this blog for the world to admire.

REWARDS:
For Stampin' Up! demonstrators- A link to your blog will be added.

For NON Stampin' Up! demonstrators- WIN an ink pad- choice of Ballet Blue, Real Red or Garden Green.

DENISE'S PROJECT:

This is Denise Boddey's project based on her challenge map.

Visit Denise's Blog HERE

More Picks from Shirley

2009-08-29T05:08:00.000-07:00

CARD BY SHIRLEY
Shirley Says: "My favourite stamp set for male cards is the 'Card Games ' at the moment and use it a lot . And I remember the old saying " blue and green should never be seen " But here it seems to work for me."

CARD BY LINDA FITZGERALD:

Shirley says: "I liked Linda's 5 minute challenge . What a cutie ! A humorous Christmas greeting. Three different stamp sets combined to make us smile . I think it was the subtleness of colouring that appealed to me ..very understated but the comedy helped bring the Christmas greeting to the fore."

CARD BY SHIRLEY:

Shirley says: "I used a template from Stampin'Up site for the red Christmas cards . Great for card topper and embellishment . The greeting from "Christ Is Born" Stamp Set filled the frame beautifully and made the card easy to complete in 5 minutes . Simply easy but I liked the idea of two toning the greeting and also the backgrounds make the card interesting I think."

Shirley's Card Choices

2009-08-15T06:56:00.000-07:00

CARD BY KERRIE-ANN ROOTSEY:

Shirley says: "What got me here was the unusual card topper . The humble square will never be the same for me! I have not seen this technique before . Something I'd like to try.

CARD BY LINDA FITZGERALD:

Shirley Says: "Pretty card , lady like , elegant . fold and edges shows off the border punch well. Two tone punched embellishment in centre cleverly will hide inside greeting .CARD BY JENNY SOULSBY:

Shirley says: "Great use of punches and pleasing colour combos. The pricked holes in corners ...nice touch !"

Kerrie's Card Pick

2009-07-12T04:41:00.000-07:00

CARD BY KAY KOUFALAKIS:

Kerry says: "I love the soft, delicate colour of this card, very girly and pretty. Although it is quite difficult to pick up the details, I just think it is charming."

CARD BY JULIA LIM:
Kerry says: "I like everything about this card, the colouring and design, also the way Julia has used the scallop edge punch to make the square background behind the stamped image. Another featuring Fifth Ave. Set."

CARD BY LINDA FITZGERALD:

Kerry says: "I like this one because it of the colouring and the tiny touch of glitter that lifts the flowers. Sometimes I think we overcomplicate things by adding more layers and colours but this is just the two colours and it stands out very well."

Card Picks from Roz

2009-07-05T15:40:00.000-07:00

As team leader, it is extremely difficult for me to choose cards from our Yahoo Group photo's. Each week I set my team a challenge, and over the past year or so, the number of cards in our group photo's has grown, and has become an incredible source of inspiration for all of us. What I have done is looked at the most recent uploads and picked three that stuck out to me. I am not showing favouritism, I promise!

CARD BY MELISSA CUTTS:
I love the colours and the layout of this card, it is so pretty and so perfectly balanced. Well done Melissa, it is GREAT to see some of your work again.

CARD BY JULIA LIM:
I love these colours too, and the use pf punches is so clever. A very well-designed card and so perfectly executed, well done Julia!

CARD BY CINDY BANKS:
The reason I chose this card is because I have not particularly liked this stamp set, but I LOVE it after seeing Cindy's card. I love the designer paper on the tag, the colours are great, it all comes together perfectly. Well done Cindy!

Card Picks from Juliann

2009-06-27T18:53:00.000-07:00

It has been AGES since this blog was updated!
Here are some card choices from Juliann Williams.

Card by Nicole Derendorf:
Juliann says "I love looking at Nicole's card ideas. This one is quite simple but very sweet. This is a great little set and the raised butterfly in the centre really makes this card come alive."

Card by Roz Blignault:

Juliann says "This a a very restful and feminine card. I love the Upsy Daisy set and the colours used and really like the ghosting technique used. The eyelet border punch used along the bottom just sets it off. Well done Roz."

Card by Julia Emms:
Juliann says "I know it's not Christmas but I came across this one by Julia. So Swirly can be appropriate for all sorts of occasions. The clear embossing on the lilac card really stands out with it's dark glossy appearance. The white gel pen just highlighting certain points just makes it extra interesting. As always very nice card Julia."

Card Picks from Kay

2009-03-12T01:05:00.000-07:00

Card by Roz Blignault:
Kay says: "I like the use of the resist tech here and the brayered background is so restful looking."

Card by Tracie Woodcock:

Kay says: "Another good use of colours and the little flowers on the heart is beautiful."

Card by Shirley Barber:

Kay says: "I love the colours used in this card, The floral background stamp really sets it off well."

Kerrie-Ann's Card Choices

2009-02-16T13:39:00.000-08:00

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Kerrie says: "I like this one because it is a simple design but very effective. I like simple cards as I think anyone can reproduce this style, great for beginners as well as the more advanced card makers who just need to whip up something quickly."

Card by Juliann Williams:
Kerrie says: "Purple and pink are among my favourite colours and I think the combination here is just great. Like the way Juliann has added the co ordinating buttons too. Again, a fairly simple design but with a little added extra."

Card by Jenny Soulsby:
Kerrie says: "I like the look of this card, and can imagine it in several different colour ways but the red and black with the white is just classic and could be put to many uses."

All images © Stampin' Up! 1990-2009

Card Picks from Cindy Banks

2009-02-02T16:03:00.001-08:00

Card by Sue Arthur:
Cindy says: "This card kept catching my eye I think it's because it is so bright and cheerful and my two favourite colours are pink and brown. This is a card that would definately brighten someone's day. Very Pretty!"

Card by Shirley Barber:
Cindy says: "I think this card is beautiful, the colours coordinate so nicely and where the stamped image's have been placed make's this card stunning."

Card by Julia Emms:
Cindy says: "All Julia's card are beautiful, but I really like this one. I love the colours and of course the Sale-A-Bration Set Botanical Blooms this set is a great set, which makes this card versitle for any occasion. Lovely work Julia!"

December layout from Shirley

2008-11-30T05:22:00.001-08:00

Shirley Barber created this layout from the December page map. Isn't it great!

December layouts from Roz

2008-11-30T05:18:00.001-08:00

This is the page map for December, it is very similar to the November one, but slightly different.

All images © Stampin' Up! 1990-2008

Final November layout from Roz

2008-11-26T00:23:00.001-08:00

Stay tuned for details of December's page map.

Images © Stampin' Up! 1990-2008

Christmas layout from Roz

2008-11-23T01:51:00.000-08:00

Kay's Card Choices

2008-11-22T19:37:00.001-08:00

Card by Nicole Derendorf :
Kay says: "This is a very unusual card, I like the technique used with the vellum overlay and soft colours appearing through."

Card by Roz Veevers
Kay says: "Love this christmas card, it looks so festive without being overwhelming."

Card by Tina Hewett
Kay says: "Love the bright colours and layering on this card, very elegant."

Images Stampin' Up! © 1990-2008

Cindy's Layout

2008-11-22T05:26:00.000-08:00

Another gorgeous layout, this time from Cindy Banks.

Shirley's Layout

2008-11-20T22:27:00.000-08:00

STUNNING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing Shirley.

Kay's Layout

2008-11-20T20:02:00.000-08:00

GORGEOUS!!!!
Well done Kay.

Layout Challenge

2008-11-19T04:57:00.000-08:00

In my efforts to learn more about scrapbooking, I will be setting a scrapbooking challenge each month. I will create a simple layout and the girls in the team will be challenged to use my layout as inspiration to create their own. I figure if we start simple we can all learn and practice together! I will upload all the layouts to this blog for everyone to enjoy. Please email rozzieoz@tpg.com.au for the page map for this project.

So here goes, here is the layout. It is 6" x 6".
The baby in the photo is Sophie, my surrogate neice.

Here are some of my other pages based on the same layout.

Michelle Beeby's Card Choices

2008-11-17T03:08:00.000-08:00

Card by Jenny Soulsby :
Michelle says: "I have this set, and I always am worried how to make it look cool with Xmas colours, but this shows you how to use non-traditional colours."

Card by Nicole Derendorf:
Michelle says: "There are not better words to describe this card, just stunning. I wish I could get married again just so I could make my own invitations, and if I could, I WOULD be casing this one! :D Love it!"

Card by Nicole Derendorf:

Michelle says: "Not a card, but love how you could make these, insert into a card and you have a ready made present! PLUS you could try casing these to make card fronts.. Love them!

Images © 1990-2008

Card Choices from Cindy Banks

2008-11-13T00:44:00.000-08:00

Card by Roz Veevers :
Cindy says: "I think this Christmas Card Roz has made is beautiful. I really like the non traditional colours she has used, but still makes the card look very much like a christmas card. I also like how the So Swirly wheel has been incorporated to the card with the shadow effect. Great idea!"

Michelle Beeby says: "This card just says 'homey' to me.. You feel at home and comfortable, this is the type of card I love to make and send."

Card by Roz Veevers:
Cindy says: "Another stunning card created by our wonderful team leader Roz. I really like the colours Roz has used on this card they blend so well together, a simply but very elegant card that can be used for any occasion."

Card by Nicole Derendorf:

Cindy says: "I love this reflection technique, it's the kind of effect everybody looks at and goes how do you do that. The colours Nicole has used are perfect in making this card look so stunning. Beautiful work!"

Images © 1990-2008

Christine Rowland's Card Picks

2008-11-05T19:26:00.000-08:00

Card by Juliann Williams :
Christine says: "I really like this card because I have this set from last christmas and didn't want to use it this christmas, but this makes it look totally different. It is really nice and love the polka dots in the background. Didn't even think of pulling that one out for my chrissy cards. Great Job... Love it "

Card by Roz Veevers:
Christine says: "I love how Roz has done the shaving foam background. I have heard of this technique and seen other cards made with it but never really liked it. I love the colour Roz has used in the shaving foam and how it is just the one colour but has gone into lots of different shades of that colour. The other ones I have seen have used more than one colour which has made them look like a childrens painting. This is very Classy, and She has topped it off with my favourite stampset. Love the technique, love the colours, love the stamp set."

Card by Cindy Banks:

Christine says: "I love what Cindy has done with this card. I really like these colours together. I like how Cindy punched holes above the scallop edge. And the Designer Series Paper really sweet. And the sentiment can be changed for all sorts of occassions."

Images © 1990-2008

Shirley Barber's Card Choices

2008-11-02T19:25:00.001-08:00

Card by Julia Emms:
Shirley says: "Like this because it's the first 'set' I have seen and it's my favourite colour scheme. I love the simplicity of design ie , not any clutter or bling just pretty and girly ."

Card by Christine Rowland:
Shirley says: "Well done .Coordinating colouring perfect..to me any way. Scalloped edge under striped paper is a classy touch . The shading on the flowers looks really great."

Card by Sharon Griffiths:

Shirley says: "I chose this one because it is pretty and bold. The back ground looks arty, while the flowers really jump out from the card. I like the effect gained from the flowers overlapping the edges. Well done."

Images © 1990-2008

Card Choices from Kay Koufalakis

2008-10-30T06:50:00.001-07:00

Card by Michelle Beeby:
Kay says: "I love the bright colours on this card, and the way Michelle has used the scrapkit to make a card."

Card by Shirley Barber:
Kay says: "This card is a lovely wedding card. So simple and the colours are perfect for the occasion."

Card by Kerrie-Ann Rootsey:

Kay says: "The colours on this card work well together, and I really like how Kerrie has inked around the edges of the flowers on the ribbon."

Images © 1990-2008

Jenny Soulsby's Card Picks

2008-10-28T02:44:00.000-07:00

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Jenny says: "I love the action element to this card."

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Jenny says: "This is great fun and thinks outside the square."

Card by Kay Koufalakis:

Jenny says: "Love the 'river' flowing through this card. Different from the usual rectangle/circle matting. Love the colours too."

Images © 1990-2008

Changes to Stamp Camp

2008-10-23T17:52:00.001-07:00

Due to unforseen circumstances, the format for Stamping by the Sea has changed to a one day event.

You can still book into the hotel on Saturday as you were planning, if you were planning on sleeping over. We will NOT be doing any formal stamping workshops on Saturday, so you can go shopping at Collonades or along Beach Rd, you can go to the beach, or you can do some stamping at the hotel.

We (the organisers) will come down on Saturday evening to set up the room for the next day, meet everyone who is staying over and have some fun stamping time together.

On Sunday the camp will begin at 9am, and the first session will go for 4 hours. Each teacher will have a 40 minute session with you, and there will not be more than 5 people per table.

We will break for an hour for lunch and then have another 4 hour session after lunch, ending the day at 6pm.

THE COST OF $80 WILL NOT CHANGE.

For those people who live closer to the hotel, you will be able to arrive on Sunday morning and join in for the camp. For anyone who had to leave early on Sunday, we will make sure that you have ALL the kits and ALL the instructions and stamped pieces to complete each project.

So basically, for those people who want to sleep over on the Saturday night, it can be a two day event for you. If you want to go to the pageant and only want to come on Sunday, it will be a one day event. The weekend will be what you want to make of it.

Email rozzieoz@tpg.com.au for more details

Card Choices from Roz

2008-10-22T19:37:00.000-07:00

Card by Kerrie-Ann Rootsey:
Roz says: "I love brown and pink, so this card caught my eye straight away. I LOVE the way Kerrie has used just enough white to make it totally pop. The sponging on the scallops finishes the card off beautifully, it is those little details that make such a difference. Really beautiful work, Kerrie-Ann!"

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Roz says: "I adore this card. it actually made me gasp when I first saw it. It is just so unlike anything i have seen or done and is so unexpected. I just love it. LOVE everything about it!"

Card by Juliann Williams:
Roz says: "I chose this card because it is a great example of Juliann's work. She has an unbelievable sense of style and balance, with the perfect amount of attention to the small details. I admire her work so much, I wish we lived closer so I could attend some classes!"

PS FROM ROZ:
It was really, REALLY difficult to choose my three card picks, because everyone does such amazing work. I am so proud to be their manager, it makes me feel very humble indeed when I see the standard of work from the amazing people in my team. Thank you all!

Kerrie-Ann's Card Picks

2008-10-22T19:13:00.000-07:00

Card by Jenny Soulsby:
Kerrie-Ann says: "The reason I like this one is that it is something different than the usual red and green Christmas cards. It is also quite simple in it's design and I like simple, suits my personality! Might have to do some in this colouring myself but will have to change the stamps as I don't have that one."

Card by Jacqui Corbett:
Kerrie-Ann says: "I guess the colouring is one of the reasons I like this card, the blue, green and "orange", although I'm not sure that is what the colour actually is, but it looks orangy to me, look good together and are colours I probably wouldn't have put together. I also like this stamp set because it is a bit different to the normal ones you get."

Kay says: "I adore these in colours that Jacquie has used in this card, Wild rose is one of my favourite stamp sets and this card has been designed beautifully.

Card by Juliann Williams:

Kerrie-Ann says: "I like this one because it's just so sweet. I like the colouring and the way the wording shows behind the bird and aperture...a lot of thought went into making it I'm sure."

Shirley Barber's Card Choices

2008-10-15T01:47:00.000-07:00

Card by Roz Veevers:
Shirley says: "Roz's card is showing off her skills. The cut out gift boxes look great and coordinate well with the background patterned paper."

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Shirley says: "Kay's card too, shows off some real thinking outside the square. Loved the centre panels with the torn edges and the overlapping greeting."

Card by Jacqui Corbett:

Shirley says: "I like this one because it's well done with the wheel image and the different greetings at the top , then the use of the word punch and greeting at bottom. I think it's different and one I'd like to try."

Images © 1990-2008

Card Choices from Cindy Banks

2008-10-11T02:59:00.001-07:00

Layout by Julia Emms:
Cindy says: "This layout Julia has done is so cute, the way she has chosen to embellish with the gold crown has really made this page. Julia has cordinated the colours and stamps so simply well to suit the theme. I love it!"

Card by Christine Rowland:
Cindy says: "I like this baby card because it's a vesitle design, just by chosing different colour combinations it can be either for a boy or girl. I also like this card because my favourite combo is scallops and ribbon. Very Sweet!

Card by Juliann Williams:

Cindy says: "This card is so simply but gorgeous to look at, I really like the colour choice and the pricking down the side gives the finishing touch to the card. Very Pretty!"

Jenny says: "Love the colours, very clean and simple card. Elegant."

Images © 1990-2008

Stamp Camp Projects

2008-10-11T02:51:00.000-07:00

These are some of the projects we will be presenting at the camp:

Make a pop up card with Roz.

Make a mini album with Jacqui.

There are still some spaces available, please email rozzieoz@tpg.com.au for more details.

Join us to make these Projects - Southern Suburbs

2008-10-11T02:48:00.000-07:00

Join us for the Southern Suburbs Stamping & Scrapbooking Fair at Reynella East Primary/High School on Sunday, October 19th.

Make the following projects at our stall:

FREEBIE: Create a sheet of three stamped tags- perfect for Christmas

BUDGET: Create these cards, and two others, for $3 each.

LAYOUTS: Create two different layouts for $10 each

Bio from Cindy Banks

2008-10-11T02:43:00.001-07:00

Hi my name is Cindy, I am 38 year old, stay at home Mum, married to a wonderful man named Mark and we have two gorgeous cheeky boys Matthew and Jarrad. We live in Perth,Western Australia in the beautiful Swan Valley, which I have lived here my entire life.

About 7 years ago I discovered cardmaking and about 2 years later moved on to scrapbooking. I have taught at various scrapbooking groups and camps as well as taught cardmaking for about 2 years at a local community craft group.I stumbled across Stampin’ Up about 4 years ago through a lady I met at my kids school, she had a Stampin’ Up! catalogue from America.When she showed me the catalogue it totally blew me away and I couldn’t wait to order.

When Stampin’ Up! came to Australia I was really excited as it was now accessable. I actually didn’t consider becoming a demonstrator at first, but when I realised that I had become obsessed with it I had to join. So I started searching the internet to find a bit more about it , when I came across Stamp of Approval which is Roz Veevers website, I contacted Roz, signed up immediately and now have been a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and part of the Southern Belles team for just over a year now.

Even though I joined as a Hobbyist I found that I couldn’t just sit back and not introduce Stampin’ Up! to my family and friends. I have found holding workshops has been very inspiring and most of all alot of fun.I really enjoy the Southern Belles group. Our team leader Roz is so encouraging and very supportive. As the group is based in Adelaide and as I live in Perth I am still able to participate with the group. It is great to see the other team members beautiful creations and here about what they are up to.

Christine Rowland's Card Picks

2008-10-11T02:30:00.000-07:00

Card by Nicole Derendorf:

Christine says: "My first pick is this card as I love the colouring that Nicole has done over the roller stamp. It has a really nice effect. I don't really know why but this one just yells out to me."

Card by Michelle Beeby:

Christine says: "My next pick is this one. I am loving DSP at the moment and love what chelle has done with this.

Card by Christine Rowland:

Christine says: "And lastly I am going to pick my own card that I did for the pattered paper challenge. This was a piece of left over scrap that was from last years catalogue. I had done a scrapbooking page with it a couple days before and had this bit left. I love how this one ended up."

Images © 1990-2008

Michelle Beeby's Card Choices

2008-10-04T21:13:00.000-07:00

Card by Sharon Griffiths:
Michelle says: "I like this card because I wouldn't of thought of putting these colours together, and I love how the pink just jumps off this card, very nice."

Card by Prue Davis:
Michelle says: "I like this card because I enjoy the subtle colours and they way they've used pattern paper as the journaling block, I think it gives a pretty look and want to try this myself.

Shirley says: "Very unusual. I like it. The strips holding the message with the fine detailing one idea I'd like to explore further .

Card by Cindy Banks:

Michelle says: "This is my favourite, it has punch art which I am addicted to and I love that you could use this for so many different occasions and for so many different ages.. You could just keep a stash of these and when you need a card, fill in the occasion, done! Love it, super cute!!."

TEAM BIO - Kay Koufalakis

2008-10-04T21:06:00.000-07:00

I'm married with two teenage boys. As they have grown older and more independent I've found I have some spare time. My Mum and Dad came to live with us for a few months and Mum introduced me to cardmaking. We started doing the rounds of craft shops and a whole new world opened up. We found ourselves at the Morphettville craft fair one day and that's when I discovered Stampin Up!

I joined up with the Southern Belles one year ago and I have had the best time. I've made heaps of new friends and I also find that making cards when I get home from work each day helps me to relax from my very stressful job.

At the moment I'm mainly a hobbyist however I have held a few classes. I'm really plodding along to have something to do when I finish up paid work.

Meantime I love doing all the challenges and chatting to all the friends I've made. I participate in a lot of swaps with other demonstraters all around the country. Stampin Up has really opened up a new world to me and I think the products are really great. However the most enjoyable part is having fun with the other team members, getting together on stampin days, when we play with each others "toys", celebrating other team members achievments and being with them when they need support.

Kay

Card Picks from Shirley Barber

2008-10-01T00:04:00.000-07:00

Card by Juliann Williams:

Shirley says: "First word to come to mind; Stylish. The image layered onto black card is a dramatic element, while the clip and ribbon perfect embellishments. To me, what made it stylish was the striped background strip. It just softened the tone of the card slightly."

Card by Kay Koufalakis:

Shirley says: "Crisp , clean and bold.The torn strip behind the bold greeting 'Happiness' with the dark brads was what made the message crisp and clean but the nice touch was the rub-on flower borders. This, to my taste is that which made the card . It seemed like the artist added one last flourish "

Card by Jenny Soulsby:

Shirley says: "Here the background images are well placed , the colours complimenting each other . A simple greeting on white card , with inked edge and adhered raised on front , along with the double layered flower and brad centre really lifted the card. A card for Spring!"

Card Picks from Julia Emms

2008-09-23T18:54:00.000-07:00

Card by Jenny Soulsby:

Julia says: "Ahhh, Christmas.... my favourite time of the year (and creeping up on us so quickly!). I absolutely love how Jenny has used the background tree image of the two-step tree from Solemn Stillness and stamped it repeatedly with varying amounts of ink to create the Christmas Tree forest and I like the inked edges of the cardstock. This helps to blend all the greens together. She has made a very classy card and it reminds me of the stillness and peacefulness of a snowy day. Also, is that just a hint of glitter on the trees? A beautiful card, Jenny!"

Card by Jacqui Corbett:

Julia says: "This is a beautiful card made by Jacqui. Personally, I love the swirly and filligree-styled stamps, so I felt attracted to it straight away. The choice of colour is wonderful and I love the hint of the small flower image in amongst the main stamped image. Again, thanks to Stampin' Up! the Grosgrain ribbon is a perfect match to the card and ink, and finishes the card off perfectly! A beautiful card! Simple, yet high impact."

Card by Juliann Williams:

Julia says: "This card is a favourite of mine - for a number of reasons: I just love the chocolate colour of the card and ink, and the white makes the images very crisp. I love monochromatic cards as they are very simple to create and have a big WOW factor! The design is great too - at first glance, I thought that the roller was a Jumbo wheel, but it is in fact the regular wheel used twice for a Fantastic effect. Lovely!"

TEAM BIO - Shirley Barber

2008-09-23T18:52:00.000-07:00

Hi I'm Shirley, at 62 years I 'I've probably been a late bloomer, as far as craft is concerned.

After retiring from managing our own businesses , Hubby and I now live in Campbelltown , Adelaide.

I have my craft room , where I spend many hours of absolute bliss.Card making has been my hobby for a few years but I am a newbie to Stampin'Up. THANK YOU ROZ.

I love paper and stamping , reading craft magazines and craft shopping. I find buying from the catalogue just the best way to add to my stash. Their large range of inks compliment their papers and card stock which are amazing, while the stamp sets come in containers. [Great for storage.] And it sure beats driving all over town hunting for good deals . Of course , having a group of like minded friends who are happy to share their passion is another bonus.

As a hobbyist I only have occasional workshops but a few friends and rellies get their craft supplies from me, which helps with my restocking.

Always enjoying a challenge , I am trying my hand at a blog site now.

Regards
Shirley Barber

Northern & Southern Stamping & Scrapbooking Fairs

2008-09-21T20:03:00.001-07:00

Come and visit us at the following shows:

Southern Suburbs Stamping & Scrapbooking Fair:

October 19
Reynella Easy Primary /High School Gymnasium

9am- 4pm- $2 entry

STALLS:
Stampin’ Up!

Kaszazz
Kaye’s Creative Creations
Bella-Kay Scraps & Beads

Creative memories

Scrappin’ with Jessie-Lee

Paper Craft 4 U

Album Memories
Create-a-Memory-4-U

Northern Suburbs Stamping & Scrapbooking Fair:

October 26

Playford Civic Centre, Elizabeth

Cost: $5 entry, 9am - 4pm

STALLS:
Stampin’ Up!

Kaszazz
Kaye’s Creative Creations
Bella-Kay Scraps & Beads

Creative Memories

Scrappin’ with Jessie-Lee

Paper Craft 4 U

One Craft
Create-a-Memory-4-U

Stamps and Stuff
Blue Edge Craft

Heaven Sent Scrapbooking

Kerrie-Ann's Card Choices

2008-09-20T19:46:00.001-07:00

Card by Juliann Williams:
Kerrie-Ann Says: "I like this one because it's very simple in design but with a change of colour or sentiment, it would suit any occasion. I can see it as a nice, simple sympathy card just as it is. I do like the blue colouring on this card, I don't often use blue so it makes a change, I guess I'm more girly and stick with pinks and pastels for my cards.

Card by Kay Koufalakis:
Kerrie-Ann Says: "I just love the look of this card, again it's quite simple but stunning with the pearls and ribbon. I can see many different uses for a card like this too, wedding, anniversary, valentine as well as a special birthday. Purely Pomegranate is my favourite colour at the moment!

Card by Kerrie-Ann Rootsey:

Kerrie-Ann says: "I chose this one of mine because it was the first card I made from the new spring mini catalogue and I was so inspired by this whole set. I looked at the stamped image and it just screamed at me "Orange Poppy", so that is what it became."

Jacqui Corbett's Card Choices

2008-09-18T11:37:00.002-07:00

Card by Juliann Williams

Jacqui Says: "This card is gorgeous because the colour combination is simple and soft. I love how the background looks like textured wallpaper and the polka dots add a cute touch. The scallop circle punch with the happy thoughts stamp really combine cute with old fashioned in a stylish way."

Card by Cindy Banks

Jacqui says: "One of my favourite colour combinations is pink and chocolate. I run out of Choc Chip cardstock more than any other colour! This card is simple to stamp and put together but good colouring like this takes talent.I love the way Cindy has turned this stamp into a work of art. It is a card for any occasion."

Layout by Melissa Cutts

Jacqui says: "I love pretty much everything Melissa makes. Her work has a very naïve and free-spirited feel.Her use of In-Colours that complement each other and the very cute Pick a Petal stamp set mirror the pure joy of her daughter in the picture.The layout is simple yet striking and exudes a feeling of happiness."

TEAM BIO - Jacqui Corbett

2008-09-18T11:37:00.001-07:00

My name is Jacqui Corbett. I’m 32 and live in Woodcroft, South Australia. My husband and I have been married for 18 months but have been together over 14 years!We have three children aged six, three and eight months. I am very busy but as a working mum I need an outlet that is all mine.

When the routine of the day is done and the kids are in bed I unwind by playing around with my craft stuff – in peace!

I began cardmaking when my friend Tracie invited me to a craft workshop and I fell in love instantly. Some of my earliest works are quite embarrassing when I look back! Until I met Roz and Stampin’ Up! I would spend a lot more time and money trying to find card, stamps and embellishments that worked together. Roz opened up a whole new world of simplicity to me. How genius! A huge selection of stamp SETS with cardstock, ribbon, eyelets, brads……everything matches!

And then there was the catalogue! I wore my first one out! It had post-it notes hanging out everywhere. I had lists of things I wanted to buy and techniques I wanted to try.In the next year my friend Tracie joined. I held back another six months or so - my reservations at holding parties weighing on my mind.

I was crazy to think I couldn’t do it. I’ve worked in a bank. Sales and customer service are major requirements. After my first party I knew I had a fulfilling hobby I could earn money from and fund my craft habit. I don’t spend hours and hours banging away at a fruitless job. Oh – yes I do! I also work two days in a surgery!

But my point is that being a Demonstrator has enhanced my love of craft. I’ve met a great bunch of girls to share this love with and I get to share it with others too. I can decide how much time I want to put into my business and how much I want to earn. It’s perfect for someone like me who can’t work solidly every month. My best advice to anyone considering joining is don’t wait until you have a whole room full of stuff you could have bought at 20% off!

I love the fact we all contribute to this blog and share our ideas. We really are a great team and many of us also have our own blogs to showcase our creativity.

Thanks for visiting and please check back often.

Stamping By The Sea

2008-09-18T11:37:00.000-07:00

TEAM BIO- KERRIE ROOTSEY

2008-09-17T00:13:00.000-07:00

My name is Kerrie and I'm probably one of the oldest members of the team at 51 and no, I don't mind admitting it. I was born and raised right here in Adelaide. I have been stamping and card making for many years utilizing many different forms of the craft.

I had actually gone off stamping because I wasn't getting any inspiration from the stamps I had or those that I found in shops. Late last year, a friend showed me a flyer advertising Roz's craft fair at Elizabeth and I gave her a call asking if I could be sent a catalogue. Well, it arrived a few days later and I was over the moon about the wonderful stamps and other things in it. Without even touching a Stampin' Up! stamp set, I decided I needed to join, even if only to get my own stamps at a discount. So, that means I have been a member of the team for almost 12 months now.

I guess you would class me as somewhere between a hobbist and a business demonstrator, I do a couple of demos a month generally as that is about all I can cope with along with everything else I do and the fact that I don't drive also makes it a bit harder for me to do more. I also do a couple of voluntary activies which take up some of my time, but I like doing them or I wouldn't have stayed so long. I love SU stamps because they come in sets and you have everything you need in just one set to create a number of projects, no need to go searching for just the right leaf to go with the flower you have. I guess that's about enough from me but if you have any questions, just email me on kerren9@bigpond.com and I'll do my best to answer them.

Picks from Cindy Banks

2008-09-17T00:02:00.000-07:00

CARD BY SHIRLEY BARBER

Cindy says - "This card really appeals to me, I love the the way the cardstock is torn, the stitching at the bottom makes it a very elegant card."

CARD BY ROZ VEEVERS

Cindy says - "I think this card is beautiful, I especially love the way the flower's are stamped on to the top of the tags. I also like the way Roz has threaded the ribbon through the tags on the card."

CARD BY CINDY BANKS

Cindy says - "I really enjoyed this challenge because it was a challenge. I just adore the Baroque Motifs stamp set and thought how elegant this set would look on a card in black and white."

Picks from Kay Koufalakis

2008-09-11T02:53:00.001-07:00

CARD BY JENNY SOULSBY:

Kay says - "I love the colours used in this card, usual christmas colours without being overly bright, it is a very restful card for the christmas season where some cards can be a bit busy."

CARD BY JACQUI CORBETT:

Kay says- "Jacquie made this card for the Rich Regal team swap, the rich regal colours are quite elegant and the card Jacquie has designed matches this quite well. I'm a fan of fake stitching and love the way it really enhances the card I'm also quite taken with the way she has attached the ribbon using the horizontal slot punch."

CARD BY MELISSA CUTTS:

Kay says- "I think the way Melissa has attached the images to this card is unique, I love the effect of the images hanging off a brad and the scallop,stitching and ribbon really makes it a stand out card."

Christine Rowland's Choices

2008-09-09T02:07:00.000-07:00

CARD BY CINDY BANKS - Teenage Challenge

CHristine Says -"This card really appeals to me as I really struggle to make masculine cards, It is really effective but also would be simple to make and all you need is your roller wheel. You could take this layout and use it for lots of different roller wheels and stamps. I also love the DSP, and the colour choice that she has used."

CARD BY CHRISTINE

Christine Says -"This card is one of my favourites that I have done, I loved when the Boatloads of Love stamp set came out as I thought that I would use it for boy cards, But in need of a card for my cousins new little girl at the same time that I received this set made me want to do something different."

CARD BY KERRIE-ANN ROOTSEY

Christine Says-"This card is something totally different to what I would make and thats why I love it. Her colouring in is beautiful. Card is beautiful without being overdone."

Please leave feedback, we would love to hear your comments!

Images © 1990-2008

More Belles cards - selection by Roz

2008-09-07T03:47:00.001-07:00

CARD BY CINDY BANKS:

Roz says - "I set the pink and chocolate challenge a while back and it is still one of my favourite colour combinations. I really love this card, it is balanced, simple and very easy to duplicate but SO pretty!"

CARD BY KAY KOUFALAKIS:

Roz says - "This was a Teenage Boy challenge I set the team and I love this one from Kay. Change the colours and it can be used for any occasion.

CARD BY SHIRLEY BARBER:

Roz says - "Shirley is one of the hobbyists on the team, and is very proud of the fact! She loves her stamping and this card is evidence of that. It is fun and so cute!

Images © 1990-2008

Our first cards - Selected by Tina

2008-09-07T01:23:00.000-07:00

Each week different team members will select their six favourite cards from the team's photo files on our Yahoo group. They will give a little commentary about they they like the card.

This week's commentary is from TINA HEWETT. Visit Tina's blog

CARD BY JULIANN WILLIAMS:

Tina says - "This card has a great layout which is balanced between the elements. I love the watercolouring of the flower and the spritzing on the white panel and the base card (assuming it is spritzed – It could also be a roller wheel) Whatever it is, it looks great!

CARD BY TINA HEWETT:

Tina says - "This is my favourite card I have made to date, because of using the Dahlia flower fold, and the additional touch of the half pearls from the pretties kit. I chose the colour combination from the in-colour chart that we could download from the SU site. It uses Wild Wasabi, Soft Sky and Blue Bayou".

CARD BY ROZ VEEVERS:

Tina says - "I like monochromatic cards because they are quicker to make for when you need a card in a hurry. Using the Stampin Around Wheels also makes it quick and easy to decorate a card. This one could be used for any occasion, by just changing the basic colour and the wheel used. It’s a very versatile card".

Images © 1990-2008

Welcome to our Blog

2008-09-06T06:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our Blog!

We are a team of Independent Stampin' Up! ® demonstrators, led by Roz Veevers. We have team members all over the country and we have room for you too!

Enjoy our work and feel free to comment.