Feeling Grateful Friday +

Prize Patrol

Hi Everyone,

I am thrilled that you have joined me today. It's perfect timing because I have a challenge for you with a chance to win a prize. You all know I love sketch challenges. Today, I have one for you.

My challenge is for you to create a card that uses non-traditional fall colors. It's so hard to visualize when we have traditional marketing all around us. Who would ever think to have a blue pumpkin. This display by Thomas Story sure does. I hope you enjoy my projects today and will be inspired to participate in this sketch challenge for the month.

For Wednesday's stamp class, my theme was from "Simple to Stunning". I was inspired by creative cave demonstrator and loved the colors that were being used. All of the projects I'm sharing today use Pretty Peacock, Pool Party, and Early Espresso. This first project is the "Simple" one. It's beautiful! All of the projects today feature the Come to Gather Suite from the Holiday Catalog by Stampin' Up!

This next project is a step-up from the first one. I changed the base color and added a Pool Party strip and smaller leaf. This one is beautiful too.

This third project begins to add more stamping, accessories and dimension. I love the trim of Pretty Peacock Scalloped Linen Ribbon. I spritzed the front of the card with Wink of Stella as well for some added interest. This is very beautiful.

I have to say that I think I really like this card the best of the ones I created. I think it has to do with the Focal Pool Party and the bold leaves stamped in Pretty Peacock ink. The strip of the plaid DSP is great too! 

Do you see that wonderful little element in the bottom corner? That is the fantastic Designer Elements. This is where you come in. Ready to create your own project for a chance to win? Just read on.

Contest Rules:

• Design a fall themed card with non-traditional colors
• Submit your card to me via mail, in person, online
• Your submission must be received no later than November 1st (midnight PST)
• Be sure that your contact information, like email, is available. If you win, I won't be able to contact you to reward you of your prize. 
• One winner will be announced on Monday, November 4th

 What's the prize you ask? Well the winner for this challenge will win a package of the Designer Elements from the Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog. 

These elements are fabulous! They are perfect for this fall and Christmas season. Gold, silver, and copper elements are beautiful. A package can be yours free, but you can't win if you don't try, so get stamping today.

Thanks so much for stopping in today. I hope I have inspired you to create some beautiful projects in non-traditional colors. Remember to submit your projects no later than November 1st to have a chance to win. 

Be sure to check out the current specials being offered. There are great deals on the Clearance Rack and more. If you are in need of any products you can place an order online. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator. Be sure to use the current hostess code#9P9XV94B when placing your order. If this is your first order placed with me, I will send you a special gift just for placing an order with me.

  If you need a holiday catalog, I'm happy to send one to you. Just let me know. 

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Remember that when you order on-line, you can earn "Loyalty Bucks". For every $25.00 you order, you receive 1 loyalty buck. Collect 20 loyalty bucks and you receive $30.00 free merchandise. Be sure to comment and share this blog. I'd love to hear from you. 

Mary Blocher

The Power Huff Stamper