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Anything but the Holidays Blog Hop

My Mom has been a quilter for as long as I can remember.  She made quilts for each of my kids when they were little and again each one got a quilt when they graduated from high school.  When I saw the Christmas Quilt Bundle in the new 2017-18 Holiday catalog, I knew I would purchase it and use it year round, not just for Christmas.  My paper quilts are quick and easy, while my Mom’s quilts take months to create.

Stampin Up Christmas Quilt Bundle 3x3 cards designed by demo Beth McCullough. Please see more card and gift ideas at www.StampingMom.com #StampingMom #cute&simple4u

I enjoy making 3×3 cards and envelopes to give as gift sets.  My colors are Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo and Daffodil Delight.

Don’t you love these new Mini Pizza Boxes on page 44 of the Holiday catalog?! You get 8 boxes for only $6.  These are food safe.  Since Superman (my husband Steve) loves making fudge for Christmas gifts, I ordered extras to decorate for this year’s fudge boxes.  You can also use them to give cookies, 3×3 cards, gift cards, jewelry and more.

Free Quilt Gift Set-All online orders of $100 or more in September using my Host Code YJHT6DXP, will receive a free gift of all the pieces to make your own Quilt gift set including three 3×3 cards, three envelopes and the Mini Pizza Box.  You can choose the three colors you want and I’ll have everything cut and ready for you to put together. You can also email me your order at Beth@StampingMom.com.

Free Catalog-If you don’t already have a Stampin’ Up demo you are working with and would like to order with me, please let me know if you need an Annual Catalog or new Holiday Catalog. Please email me at Beth@StampingMom.com for your free catalog.

Holiday Catalog Product Share-Please email me today to reserve your Holiday catalog product share.  My email is Beth@StampingMom.com  You’ll receive 6″ x 12″ of all the new DSP, 1 yard of the new ribbon and a sampling of the new embellishments.  The cost with shipping is only $40.  Please see all the details here.

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Blessings,

Beth 🙂


Seasons Coasters! 

Seasons Coasters made by Jari Francis.

Today’s Craft Project Central project is designed by Jari Francis.

Stamped coasters are so simple and inexpensive to make! With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to think about special people in your life you want to create a gift for.  In fact, these stamped coasters would make great gifts for anyone, any time of year!

If you would like to learn how to make this project, you’ll want to subscribe for the month of August. With your subscription, you’ll get illustrated, step-by-step instructions for five wonderful projects for only $10! You can find out how to gain access to a bonus sixth project over at Craft Project Central.

Well, I have so much to tell you and so little time!  Abby is adjusting well to life at Iowa.  We took her to Iowa City a week ago Sunday and got a call on Thursday saying everything was good, but there was just one problem.  At home she got multiple hugs everyday from multiple people.  At Iowa she didn’t know anyone before she got there and didn’t feel comfortable asking for hugs from people she barely knows.  Superman and I drove down to Iowa City yesterday and gave lots of hugs, took her a microwave that actually worked, her new prescription lenses and an office chair.  I think she liked the hugs best of all!

Abby did call me again today to say how much she likes her Organic Chemistry class and professor.  She said she couldn’t wait to do her Organic Chemistry homework.  Abby’s going to be just fine at Iowa. 🙂  I have more peace about Abby being at college than I thought possible.  The Sunday we took Abby to school,  Keegan said something that made Abby mad and she asked me to take him home.  This ended up being a blessing.  I was angry at Keegan for making Abby mad, and angry at Abby for dismissing us, hurt that we didn’t go to lunch and sad we didn’t have the perfect day I had envisioned.  Instead of sobbing on the way home, I didn’t shed a tear.  I do love Abby so much and miss her. I believe she is doing what God is calling her to do and I feel much joy about that.  Later that day when I was picking tomatoes, I thought I should make Abby and I some tomato soup (the boys don’t eat it), not remembering Abby was gone. I was sad for a moment and had to tell myself I am worthy and can still make tomato soup for just myself even though Abby isn’t here to share it with me.

Tonight was the last weigh in for Pedal Off the Pounds.  This was a “learn to love riding your bike and get more healthy along the way group” with a Biggest Loser format.  The bad news is I wasn’t the biggest loser.  The great news is I lost 32lbs and met my goal of losing 30lbs!  I also LOVE riding my bike!  I’ve spent hours riding almost every day this summer.  To me riding fast on a bike is almost like flying.  It’s the same feeling I get downhill skiing.  As I get older, bike riding is the perfect exercise for me.  I love the sunshine, fresh air, nature, animals etc.  I get time alone to talk and listen to God.  Biking is good for me in so many ways.

Superman was being super again, he got me roses to celebrate my Pedal Off the Pounds success.

Keegan applied to Iowa State today.  I think he’s very excited to be the next one out the door.  My nest is almost empty!

Hope you’re having an amazing week!  Prayers for all you parents dropping off kids at college, school etc.

Blessings,

Beth 🙂

 

Upcycled Gift Boxes!  

Today's Craft Project Central is made by Christine Miller.

Today’s Craft Project Central project is made by Christine Miller.

You may throw away or recycle cereal, macaroni, or cracker boxes, but you can turn them into beautiful gift boxes for that next special occasion. See how to use Designer Series Paper and other stamping supplies to turn these plain boxes into gift wrap that is almost as impressive as the gift you are giving. You will learn how to wrap two different size boxes in your favorite patterned paper.

If you would like to learn how to make this project, you’ll want to subscribe for the month of August. With your subscription, you’ll get illustrated, step-by-step instructions for five wonderful projects for only $10! You can find out how to gain access to a bonus sixth project over at Craft Project Central.

Blessings,

Beth 🙂