Bayou Bella Creations

Donations for Haiti Disaster Relief

Stampin' Up! has been known over the years for helping when disaster strikes... and this time they are offering to donate $2 from the sale of EVERY I {heart} Hearts set to help the people of Haiti!!

From now until February 28, 2010, $2 from every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set you buy will be donated to the American Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund. The Red Cross is already well-established in Haiti, and this money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need.

 
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Product Name	Item #	Price
I {Heart} Hearts – clear-mount   (block D recommended)	118571	$18.95
I {Heart} Hearts – wood-mount	117010	$26.95

This is a wonderful set, great for Valentine's but wonderful through out the year! 

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Tote-ally LOVE it!!!

I created this cute card using the Tote-ally Tess stamp set #117076(w)/#118595(c).

I absolutely love this set and will be using it a lot in the future. I can't wait to put accessories on Tess using Beary Best Times stamp set #118088.  Wouldn't Tess look beautiful with a crown?!?!?!?

  

REMEMBER - Sale-A-Bration is an AWESOME time to become a demonstrator. During Sale-A-Bration, anyone who joins as a demonstrator can choose any stamp set--a value of up to $47.95--from our current Idea Book and Catalog or Occasions Mini Catalog. Plus, for a limited time, get 15% off the price of the standard Starter Kit or Digital+ Starter Kit!

Plus, this year's Sale-A-Bration event gives you more free products than ever before! Choose from our exciting selection of exclusive Sale-A-Bration products, or choose a $15.95 set from the Idea Book & Catalog--you've got over 80 choices!

The Sale-A-Bration promotion starts on January 5 and runs through March 31, so don't miss your chance to earn free products! Talk to me today to book your workshop or learn more about this promotion. I have a full-color Sale-A-Bration brochure full of beautiful project ideas you can make using these limited-edition Sale-A-Bration sets. 

100th Day of School

My oldest son Carter, who is in Kindergarten, had a project due today.  In celebration of the 100^th Day of School, Carter had to design a poster with one hundred items on it.  I was at a loss for ideas….  While looking at the NEW 2010 Stampin’ Up! Occasions Mini Catalog  the project idea hit me when I saw the Something Sweet stamp set#117688. 

This stamp set works well with the Sweet Treat Cups!!!  It's an adorable set and kids LOVE IT!  Here is Carter with his finished project. 

 

He punched every last bit of the 100 gumballs, glued them, colored & wrote the details on the project!  YOU ROCK CARTER!!! You have to love the handwriting LOL! This was a very kid friendly project.  I have noticed children really like using punches and Stampin' Up makes it really easy for them to use/handle.  Thank you Stampin' Up! 

We used following Stampin’ Up!© punches:

 #108340 Round Tab  

 

#104401 1-⅜” Circle  
 #104390   ½ “ Circle    

   #116630 Modern Label

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DON’T MISS…THE NEW SALE-A-BRATION & OCCASIONS MINI CATALOGS ARE ON-LINE NOW!

Stampin' Up!© has just released the new Sale-A-Bration Catalog, Occasions Mini Catalog and Definitely Decorative Update on-line.  Due to possible (slight) mailing delays of the Occasions Mini Catalog, Stampin' Up! has opted to share the catalogs with customers early.  Woo hoo!  Now that's a huge sneak peek to start your wish list!  Sale-A-Bration catalogs went out separately and should arrive by Jan. 5.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CUSTOMER SALES PERIOD DOES NOT GO LIVE UNTIL JAN. 5.

Click here to open Occasions Mini Catalog

 

Click here to open Sale-A-Bration Catalog

Click here to open Definitely Decorative Update

 

 

All I want for Christmas...

My five year old Carter and I finally got around to writing a letter to Santa Claus.  In the letter, we included his little brother Drake. At the age of 22 months, Drake had no interest in what we were doing.   Playing with a toy truck was much more interesting.  Here is what we created in My Digital Studio.  It was easy and Carter picked the stamp set, paper, colors and helped arrange the letter.  I think he did really well.  I was very impressed with his computer skills.  The computer lab at school is definitely helping :-)! 

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NEW Ribbbon Share is coming soon...

 Ribbon Share Approaching! 

5/8" Satin Ribbons are coming 1/5/10.  I'm doing a share as soon as they're here! 

You'll receive 3 yds of each of the 9 colors listed below for $19.95 + $2 postage. 

• Basic Black
• Real Red
• Chocolate Chip
• Certainly Celery
• Pretty in Pink
• Bashful Blue
• Old Olive
• Very Vanilla
• Basic Gray

  I can order & ship on or after January 5th.  The earlier you pay for your share, the earlier you get yours.  To keep within Stampin' Up! guidelines, we just can't collect before the ribbons are offered on January 5th.  I will put a PayPal link up as soon as we're allowed.

Projected mailing date:  As early as January 11th  

Email me at moniquefick@bellsouth.net to get on the list.

Give your Christmas card a PUNCH!

  This card was created for a punch challenge.  My upper-line Michele challenged our team to make a 4 ¼” x 5 ½” card with punches.  I hit a road block for a while, but the idea came to me slowly.  I’m always about layers and little details.  So, here goes with my creation.  Enjoy! 

 
   

Stamp set: #115556 Merriment & #115366 Christmas Punch – Level Two Hostess Set

 

Paper:  #100702 Old Olive 8 ½ x 11, #102125 Kraft 8 1/2 x 11, #100730 Whisper White 8 1/2" x 11 & #116243 Ruby Red - Level One Hostess Patterns Pack Designer Series Paper III

 

Stampin’ Write Marker:  #100072 Close to Cocoa, #100075 Ruby Red & #100079 Old Olive

Ink:  #102277 Classic Old Olive & #101731 Craft Whisper White

 

Punches:  #107217 ¾” Circle, #116794 Ornament, #116628 Jumbo Snowflake, #112091 Scallop Edge, #107305 Large Oval & #114889 Scallop Oval

Embellishments:  #109054 Old Olive 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon, #109866 Silver Elastic Cord, #113144 Clear Rhinestone Brands & #104336 Silver Brads

 

 

12 DAY SALE

• Save 15 to 25% on the Big Shot items listed below
• No quantity limits
• Order by Dec. 15 for arrival in time for Christmas
• The Décor Elements Vinyl Sheets allow you to die-cut vinyl cling home décor.  Learn more about Stampin' Up! Décor Elements.
• Watch Big Shot Die-Cut Machine Video
• Sale ends Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 11:50pm MT

To Order Stampin' Up!© Products 24/7, CLICK HERE!

 

Product Offering:

Item	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Discounted Price
114515	195	Flower Burst Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114516	195	Cherry Blossom Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115957	195	Thanks Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114513	195	Sweetest Stem Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115952	195	Hi Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115951	197	Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die	$74.95	$59.96
113446	197	Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
114509	197	Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$21.95	$18.66
113448	197	Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
113457	198	Tulipe Bigz die	$21.95	$16.46
115954	198	Two Tags Bigz die	$21.95	$18.66
114524	199	Fringed Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114523	199	Decorative Accents Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114534	199	Flower Bigz Clear die	$19.95	$15.96
113473	199	5-Point 3D Star Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113472	199	Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113470	199	Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113465	199	Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
115961	200	Perfect Setting Bigz XL die	$42.95	$32.21
113483	200	Pennant Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
113484	200	Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die	$39.95	$31.96
116760	201	Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
116759	201	Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
114890	201	Matchbox Bigz XL die	$42.95	$36.51
113458	202	Flower Layers Originals die	$15.95	$13.56
114336	158	Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114334	158	Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114337	158	Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114335	158	White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
118797	n/a	So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118798	n/a	Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118799	n/a	Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118800	n/a	Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118801	n/a	Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118802	n/a	Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118803	n/a	Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118804	n/a	Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118805	n/a	Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118806	n/a	Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118807	n/a	Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118808	n/a	Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118809	n/a	Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118810	n/a	Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118812	n/a	Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118813	n/a	Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118814	n/a	Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118815	n/a	Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$14.95	$11.21

 

Holiday Metal Bucket

 Stampin’ Up! has their very own Vinyl Art!!! 

I purchased this metal bucket on sale right after the 4th of July.  There is nothing better than catching a SALE!!!  Wahoo!  Tonight I created a Holiday Bucket to store my holiday cheer.  I chose the Jingle all the Way Décor’ Element.  Also, I added ribbon to the handles to give it a little jazz.  This is a very good gift idea or keep it for yourself and store small holiday treats or presents. 

Products used:

114708 Medium Chocolate Jingle all the Way

The Jingle All the Way Décor Elements image will brighten your day and help you create holiday décor in minutes. Apply this image to a frame, or put it on a Christmas cookie jar.

■ Dimensions: 7-1/4" x 6"
■ Dimensions (HxW) are approximate and are taken from the largest letter or image in the set unless noted otherwise
■ Available in Chocolate, Old Olive, and Real Red vinyl in three sizes

 

114285 Décor Elements Applicator
Make applying and removing Décor Elements images a snap with the Décor Elements Applicator. This plastic tool helps burnish your images for application, and is able to get under the corners of your image to make removal easy.

108360 Craft & Paper Scissors
After you use these scissors just once, you’ll be hooked. These high-quality scissors cut ribbon and card stock easily and beautifully. You’ll get a smooth, clean cut every time. ■ Stainless steel blades, 3-3/4" blade length ■ Perfect for cutting card stock and ribbon ■ Ergonomically designed to fit your hand (right-handed) ■ Heavy duty     109053 *5/8" Chocolate Grosgrain Ribbon

   

Stampin’ Up!’s grosgrain ribbon colors were selected to coordinate with our exclusive color palette. Grosgrain is a quick and inexpensive embellishment for your cards and gift bags.

■ 5/8" wide, 100% polyester
■ Approximately 15 yards
■ Enhances any project
■ Coordinates with Stampin’ Up! colors

   

  
 

109034 1/4" Real  Red Grosgrain Ribbon

■ 1/4" wide, 100% polyester ■ Approximately 15 yards ■ Enhances any project ■ Coordinates with Stampin’ Up! colors   Stay tuned for more Christmas Cheer! Thanks for looking- Monique

 

No watermarks on my furniture!

If you are looking for a very inexpensive Christmas gift for co-workers, teachers, friends or family, I have a simple project for you...   Coasters made from 3”x3” ceramic tiles.  I know lots of families are starting to simplify Christmas and I truly support that.  Christmas should be from the heart.  Giving a handmade gift is always much more cherished than something purchased from a store. 

 Something handmade and inexpensive – who can beat that!?!?!

Fleur De Lis are the big hype these days.  So, I decided to use the following Stampin' Up!© products for the coaster project:

#101406 StazOn Ink Pad

This quick-drying, permanent ink works wonderful!  This ink will not bleed with moisture.

#109521 En Francias background stamp

and

#113218 Friends 24-7 

IMPORTANT: place furniture protectors on each corner

Tie four coasters up with a pretty ribbon and Voila you have a very nice gift from the heart.

Enjoy!