Hello Stampin’ Friend,

I’m back!  My apologies for no post yesterday, but I just got home from a Regional event Saturday, and was a bit under the weather (besides my Holiday Stamp-a-stack).  I did not cancel my class, and I must say that stampin’ with the ladies made me feel much better!

Saturday I attended (and presented) the Impressionistic Stampers Fall Regional hosted by my upline Gloria Helmbrecht.  It was great to see my fellow demonstrators again, some I have not seen in a while! I had an awesome time!  Even lunch was a hoot!!

I helped a little in the planning, but was still surprised to see all the wonderful “goodies” packed in the beautiful bags, Gloria had made for all of us.

By all means … these is not all the stamping that we did.  In fact, many of the projects are not shown because I will be using them at future stampin’ events.  There are even some swaps that I did not include, because they will also be used in my events, classes or retreats!

The theme for the regional was “classes” … projects that the demonstrators could take back to their customers and share!  So again, that is why you don’t see all the stamped projects we did.

I will however, share two of the great cards that Gloria did for her “acrylic block” class (I can show you because I don’t have that set, so when I share these techniques with you … they will look totally different!)  That’s also why she gave us acrylic blocks in our bag.

The first is a “reflection” technique card … much simpler than it looks.  You will need a brayer … so if you don’t have one, put one on your next order.

The “Thinking of You” card has 2 different techniques that are combined to create this beautiful card.  Many of you will recognize this stamp set … “Simply Sketched”.  It was one of the stamp sets I showcased at my Hostess Appreciation Party.  It is a “Hostess” only stamp set, and I would love to help you get yours for free.

Did I think going to the Impressionistic Stampers Fall Regional was worth it … YOU BET!!  I came home with idea’s for 3 new classes, additional ideas for cards, and a whole lot of catching up with friends!  Let’s not forget the goodies included in that bag!  THANK YOU GLORIA!!!  It was an awesome day.

OK … I’m off to work, but stop back tomorrow and the rest of the week, because I will be sharing some of the fabulous swap cards I received at Gloria’s regional from my fellow demonstrators and my downline members!

Have an awesome Monday!