Another CSN Review. :)

So this is just a partial review since I haven't actually put together the thing I received from them.

I mainly wanted to get a review of their service done so you all can know how the ordering process went. Originally I was planning on ordering a new tool set for making jewelry - unfortunately when I went to order them, they were out of stock. :(  Kind of disappointing...but I guess that's okay. 

Instead I got something that will help in another project I've been meaning to tackle - organizing my craft room!  So I got this - I figured it'll be a great way to organize my papers instead of using the catch all Rubbermaid I have been using for my scraps! It's a mesh rolling file cube (http://www.csnstores.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=SF4249&init=1).  Once I get to organizing that room and using it I'll be sure to post pictures and an actual review of the product.

As far as the service from CSN.  I was disappointed that they didn't have the tool set I wanted - especially since the set I had at the time was total crap! FYI - DO NOT buy the $15 jewelry tool set from Walmart - the wire cutters don't even line up!  I've since purchased a less expensive one from Joann's with a coupon - and plan on getting some higher quality tools once we get selling more stuff. :)

The ordering process through CSN was great and the shipping was super fast and best of all, FREE!

So that's it for now. I'm hoping next week to have a bunch of cards added in another catch up post.  I am still determined to get caught up on the 365Cards daily challenges!

More CSN Goodness!

Another month - another offer from CSN! I must say I love these stores!  They have EVERYTHING! From dining sets to furniture to baby supplies to pet beds!

So their latest offer is a $40 gift certificate for me to review something from their site.
And this is what I'm going to choose: Tool Set
The current tool set I have for jewelry making is crap.  So a new set is greatly needed!

MIA!

I'm sorry for being so MIA lately!  I've made a few cards...but mostly have been busy with a new endeavor.  And wanted to share it today. 
That's A'more Designs!
Yep! That's right!  My sister and I have started a jewelry business!  So here is some eye candy for you and what I've been so busy doing:

Announcing a winner!

First off - sorry I've been MIA.  My hubby is home! So we've been busy adjusting to life again.  It's been wonderful having him home safe and sound.  And my little girl has been in hog heaven having her daddy again!Anyway - I used Random.org to determine the winner: which was commenter number 5!
 Christina said...

I would get some decorations for our boys room- I've been slowly looking through everything they have- so many choices!

August 12, 2010 1:55 PM

I hope you're able to find some wonderful things for your boys!!! Be sure to contact me through my blog here and I'll get you in contact with CSN to get your certificate!

And stay posted!  I'll be doing more give aways - and have more cards to come!  I'm very behind on my goal of completely every card challenge from 365 Cards - but am working on getting caught up! I also have a wonderful new adventure starting soon and will post more about it soon - who knows - maybe it'll mean more giveaways!!!

You guessed it...MORE Catching up!

First off - Check out my give away!!!  Winner will be chosen on the 30th! Check it out HERE.
Okay - now that you're back from entering the giveaway... here's what I've done - Yes, I've been busy.   :)
Day 102: Repetition is Key - Repeat an image and word at least 3 times.

Recipe: Studio G, Basic Grey Cup of Tea,  The Paper Studio, Lasting Impressions

Day 104: Life's a Party - Include the word "party"
Also counts for the OWH sketch this week - which is: 

Recipe: Scenic Route Surprise, Lasting Impressions, SRM

Day105: This Sketch -

Recipe: DCWV's Flower Shower Stack

Day 106: Fun With Fabric - stamp something onto fabric.

Recipe: Simply Said by Stampin' Up

Day 107: Use an argyle pattern for a fabric piece on the card.  And YES I am completely aware of my inability to keep things I hand cut proportioned to the card design. :) Oh well - it still works, right???

Recipe: I think this paper is from a DCWV pack... I've had this and some other matching ones forever!

Day 108: Sing-a-long - Listen to the song Rainbow Connection, then make a card that does NOT include a rainbow on it.  A part that stuck out to me was "Who said that every wish would be heard and answered, when wished on the morning star?"  So I did a starry back ground with the Make A Wish phrase.

Recipe: Paper Company - Silver Stars. 

Day 109: Bold Stripes - but keep it to only 4 colors.

Recipe: DCWV's Nana's Kids Stack, SRM Stickers, Image is from an OWH Image Swap - Thanks Andrea!

Day 110: Create a non-traditional wedding card; include the word "LOVE"

Recipe: House Mouse Together Under Moon, The Paper Company - Stary Blue, SRM Sticker

Day 112: This Sketch:

Recipe: Making Memories, Scenic Route Sonoma, Hero Arts, DCWV's Spring Cardstock matstack.

Day 113: Ad Inspired -

Recipe: SRM Sticker, SEI Juliette.

GIVE AWAY TIME!

Who doesn't love a give away?  In celebration of my hubby's home-coming in a few days (YAY!) I want to do a give away! And CSN is so wonderful to offer the prize - a $40 gift certificate!!! (Remember them? They're the wonderful company that provided the colored pencils for me to review here.)
What can you get from CSN you ask?
How about some new colored pencils - just for you! (You can stop sharing them with your toddler, like I was doing!)

Or maybe your craft space is like mine and could use some organization? How about this hanging file folder holder?  Wouldn't this be perfect for all the different craft papers - Lots of space to organize by size, pattern, or color!

Or even just spoil yourself and get some cute new shoes - like these:

Also, the more participants, the more prizes will be added! At 40 comments I'll add a goodie package to the prizes.  At 60 I'll add another; etc.
You have a couple ways to enter:
1 - Post a comment about what you'd get from CSN with the prize certificate.
2 - Become a follower, the post a new comment.
3 - Tell your friends! Post on your blog about this (either in a blog post, or in your sidebar), then post another comment with a link to it.
On August 30th I will pick the winner use Random.org to pick the winner!  Be sure to check back here to see if it's you!!!
*This is available to international participants - however there may be international shipping charges for the winner when they redeem the gift certificate.*

Here it is - A LOT of catching up in this one!

Day 136 - Imagine: Chalkboard - I wasn't sure what to do with this one, until I found a tutorial on a technique called Chalkboard.  Basically - you stamp an image in white on a dark background, then sponge or dab (I used Q-tips) chalk or pastels onto the wet ink.  Then wipe the excess chalk off and Viola!  I also, embossed the card with clear powder and the Woodgrain stamp to give it a little bit of texture. 

Recipe - Upsy Daisy Stamp Set by Stampin' up.  Woodgrain stamp by Stampin' Up. 
Day 101 - Use 10 'inchies'.

 Recipe - Stamps are from Inkadinkado
Day 100 - 3 items all lined up.

 Recipe - Pearls are from Basic Grey, the Patterned Paper is from DCWV's Green Stack, the Stamp Set is from TPC Studio - Woodland Whimsy.
Day 94 - Combine 3 challenges: one from March, April, and May.  I included challenges 13, 56, and 76.

 Recipe - Stamps are from Ippity's Fishy Philosophy, Colorbok gems, Ribbon from Stampin' Up
Day 95 - "So You" - I really didn't know what to do with this one. I don't know what really is "So You" for me.  So I just decided to use some of my favorite card things - embossing, a favorite stamp, and my favorite color: green.

 Recipe - Medallion Stamp from Stampin' Up, Brad from Making Memories
Day 81 - Create a Picnic scene - MMMmm Watermelon!

Recipe - Green paper is from DCWV, red paper is from Close To My Heart, Ant stickers are from Stickopotamus, Watermelon cut out is from my mom's scrapbook stash from years ago.
Day 85 - Flora & Fauna from different sources.

 Recipe - Paper is from DCWV's Green Stack, Squirrel and sentiment are from TPC Studio.
Day 91 -

 Recipe - Patterned paper is from DCWV's Latte stack, 'Smile' embellishment is from Making Memories
Day 90 - Recipe: 5x5 card, 3 stamps, string/fiber/twine, 2 patterned papers, & 4 blossoms

 Recipe - A Beautiful Thing stamp set - paper in the flower is stamped with 2 stamps, patterned paper is Scenic Route's Lynden/Dahlia Street
Day 93 - Include a clown or circus theme.

 Recipe - Stampin' Up Set, Joann Craft Essentials, Scenic Route's Surprise paper
Day 83 - 4 Wheels

Recipe - Train & phrase is from Imaginisce Vinyl from the Let's Roll Collection
Day 80 - Friendship card - no sentiment on front.

Recipe - Patterned paper from Polar Expressions by Imaginisce, Penguin stamp from Stampendous
Day 82 - Substitute a number for a word.

 Recipe - Patterned paper Scenic Route Surprise, SRM Stickers, EK Success Flat black Alpha

CTD 104, Critter Sketch 25, 365 Day 99

I used the Critter Challenge sketch #25 -

And the Color Throwdown 104 -

To help inspire me for the 365 Card Day 99 challenge - create a paper charm:

Recipe: Lasting Impressions for card base, DCWV's Flower Shower stack, SRM Sticker.  The punched shape was a blog candy I won - one of the best candies I've gotten since I don't have the Big Shot or any of those accessories and am too lazy to pull out my Cricut for small pieces like that. :)