With a Bow on It. . .

Here's one that would fall into several categories in the Amuseapalooza challenges: use of ribbon, black ink, new stamp, punch, you name it. I have a feeling that "You're cool" will also come in very useful in the future. Enjoy!

What's Missing?

Okay, so I feel like something is missing on this card. What is it? A mat, perhaps? This one might just be subject to some re-designing.

Useful for All Occasions

So, I think this card would be useful for almost any occasion. After all, who doesn't love a bear holding balloons?

I Love Simple!

And I love the new "Let's Chat!" sentiment too. It's going to go great with my chair and lamp, my phone, etc. etc. etc. Can you tell I'm excited about it? Enjoy!

Keepin' It Simple

Hi there!

Here's another simple card. I am totally getting in touch with my margarita-drinkin' self tonight. Love that stamp! Sentiment by the Cat's Pajamas. Enjoy!

A Scene (or A Different Use of New Stamps)

So, I was wracking my brain trying to come up with an new use for my new stamp Edward when it occurred to me that he might need a home. After all, where do snowmen go at night? So, I gave him a home. The chair and lamp are courtesy of Amuse, the tree by Penny Black.

I Just Couldn't Stay Away!

So, after writing up my review of the Amuseapalooza event in Sunnyvale, I decided I couldn't let the week get away from me without seeing the new Amuse stamps one more time. This time, I drove two hours in the OTHER direction, north to Sacramento. The Paper Garden was where Linda had held court on Monday and Tuesday, but I couldn't deal with the thought of fighting the traffic to get there, so I chose Sunnyvale.







Well, when I arrived, I realized what an amazing opportunity I had missed out on. The store was super-cute, and full of brilliant ideas and cards. There were Amuse stamps on every rack, and
even some of the ones I had seen on the Amuseapalooza blog.

The owner, Stephanie, was behind the counter, and she was really nice and friendly. It sounds like the party Monday was quite the scene. As part of the Amuseapalooza week of fun at Paper Garden, there was a make-and-take, which was sweet.

And of course I ended up with more Amuse stamps. After all, how would I enter the last few challenges without them, right?! (Just don't tell my husband!)

In short, I had a wonderful time at the Paper Garden, and I look forward to going back there for more Amuse stamps.