"Want this? "Time Well Spent" is a future level III hostess set that Stampin' Up! sent to all it's demonstrators. How very sweet. Unfortunately, with so many stamps and so little time, I won't have much of an opportunity to use it. So I figured I would pass it along to one of you!!! Find out how you can win it below.
I want to thank you for your sweet comments and emails regarding my family dinner post. I assure you--we continue with the "family meal" for one reason and one reason only---because I do not want a psychologist telling any of my children in ten years that the root of all his/her problems is because we never ate as a family.
So tonight I am giving you my favorite de-stressing technique for handling such difficult days:
1. Decorate bottle=makes me happy!
2. Pull out a wine glass and drink liquid in bottle=makes me forget what made me stressed out in the first place.
3. Ahhhhh!
Note: This post is for humor purposes ONLY. I am not condoning drinking alcoholic beverages nor am I admitting to consuming them myself (hiccup!)
Materials used: wine bottle; Stamps-Gina K Designs (Punchy Words, Festive labels); waterproof labels (available at Gina K. Designs (http://www.ginakdesigns.com/); ink-olive, cranberry, gold, brown; sponge; cardstock-olive, vanilla.
To win this blog candy---just leave a comment on this thread and let me know what you would like to see on this blog. I am just curious what you all like to see and what makes you come back for more (tutorials, cards, altered items, scrapbook pages, articles on how to raise your family, etc!) Be sure to number your entries!!
Here is the bonus, if you are a subscriber, feel free to post twice. If you are not a subscriber, feel free to subscribe and then post twice. Random.Cara will pick the lucky winner on Sunday. Why Sunday?--because there is more blog candy fun coming right after this one!
Have a great day!
138 comments:
I am loving that bottle of wine!! Beauitful. Don't enter me in the contest, but I had to leave a comment!
Ok am i seriously #2? well there goes all chanches of winning cuz #2 is NEVER picked. I think an assortment of everything would be great. Thanks for sharing your set with us!
Chelsey
onecanadianchick.blogspot.com
#3 I love seeing the creative things you make and also reading a bit of stuff about your family. Wow, thanks for giving this set away! That's very generous of you!
Cindy Keery
#4
i would love to see cards, and altered items. loved your dinner story a few posts back to cute!(i guess from that comment you can tell i dont have kids yet hehe) thanks for sharing this set with us!
Ok, Im going un-numbered since I have this set. But how bout a blog candy of the wine????
My little unwinding tip is similar, but it's my "sleepy time" medicine. I just drift off peacefully and dream on soft pillows!
That bottle is very pretty!
I love reading ur tutorials on SCS..& on ur blog.
I wuld love if u'll give instructions for colouring & step by step procedure.
Most of the items are not available here in India..but if u give their alternatives(if at all they have which we use in daily life) would be gr88 for sumone like me.
I stay in India..& I dont find most of the items..I feel irritated then what to use which might help me in making..!!
It wuld be really helpful for me & I guess for others as well.
Thanx again I wuld luv that set..as I wont be getting it for sure as I cant become a demonstrator as I stay in India...
SU will take hell lot of time to come to india.
Thanx in advance for all those lovely creations u make & share with us.
#7
I love your style thus I would love to see anything that you post. I also like reading about your family, it let's me get to know you a little.
#8 I love your blog-the post and funny real life stories...they sound so familar to me. Love the bottle of wine....
Thanks for the blog candy... :)
Hope
#9 -I get to enter twice...yeah! I am subscriber...love checking it out daily... :)
Hope
That blue bottle looks familiar -- maybe 'cause it's the same de-stresser I use!! :)
I have the set also, so don't count my entry -- I just wanted to tell you that I love what you did with the bottle! I have that set and can't wait to use it on some holiday gifts!
Good morning. I'm also going un-numbered because I have the set. Good luck to those entering though, because it's super cute!
I'm also not subscribing, but only because I already catch all of your posts through GoogleReader. So, just in case you're wondering how many daily viewers you have, add one more for me.
And in answer to what draws me to your blog, it's the combination of quality cards and personality that comes through, particularly when relating to daily life. I am pretty sarcastic about things (mainly to laugh so I don't feel like crying). I enjoy that spunk I hear coming from you--it makes you more of a person and less of an internet page.
I love your blog and your sense of humor. It is so refreshing.
I would love to see more cards, ideas, and techniques.
Hi - I think your blog is a great mix! I really like your cards and your family dinner story had me crying (in a good way)! Thanks for taking the time to add to my days enjoyment!!!
Heather B.
OH - I think I'm #13
So generous of you! I come to your blog for your sense of humour and wit as well as your beautiful creations. I love tutorials and altered items, but I'm happy just seeing your cards!
I just discovered your blog by following the link from your CK Monogram Bouquet creation on SCS. I love getting directions for such great projects! :) What a surprise to see you're giving away Time Well Spent! I would LOVE this set. I'm enjoying reading your blog and the post about family dinner made me laugh. I can really relate! :) You have a fun chatty style of writing. As for what I look for on blogs - good photos, closeup detail shots, great design, tutorials, that sort of thing.
#16 - I love the reports from what I lovingly call the "Parenting Trenches". I would love to see more scrapbook page examples - as I love your style and need to get some books caught up and could use some inspirations.
#17 I love your stamping and appreciate all you share on your blog! I'm a subscriber because I have always looked at your creations via SCS. Keep it up!
thanks!
Pam
#17. I love your blog...your humour is fabulous and I enjoy hearing about your family. Your creativity is also fabulous! I think you should just continue as you are presently doing on your blog. It makes for very entertaining reading!
#19 - me again! I'm a grandma now after three daughters! My oldest has five children and when I talk to her on the phone, she is always interjecting her commands to the children! I love it! Now that I'm a "gram", I can just smile and love them to death! lol
Pam
I have you in my Google Reader so if there is a post there, I will usually click through (unless my children pick that time to have a throwdown!). I think whatever you do is cool...I just like everyone's individual take on stamps, DP and all the combinations that come with them!
#21(?)
Hi Cammie!!! Your blog has totally taken off, girl! My advice is to just be yourself--blog whatever you'd like and it will keep people coming. That's why you've got lots of friends in the first place!
Have a great day!
-Melissa
I'd love to see more altered items. You've done some great work. Thanks for sharing.
Janet B
gladiola64@hotmail.com
#23
I mostly like cards. Some personal info/ what's going on is good too. Like your family dinner story.
#23 I love your creations! The coloring on your cards is amazing.
I also loved your story about dinner and think that you are doing something great by trying to have dinner together.
Carmen
#24 I would love to win this prize! I like seeing card samples, especially of cards that I can do too. Some blogs showcase some beautiful work but just way too complicated for me to try myself.
I think I'm #26. I love to see tutorials on new techniques, but I also enjoy just seeing what others create with everyday cards. Thanks for sharing the chance at this great candy!
I just recently came across your blog, I don't even remember how. But I really enjoy reading it so far. I love any kind of inspiration, weather it be layouts, or wine bottles. Thanks for it all.
Nicole M.
#28 I love your sense of humor and how you share a little bit about yourself. You know I love your work and enjoy viewing that. I especially appreciate tutorials on noncard items in case I ever find the extra time to branch out. ha! ha! You rock, Cammie girl (even if you are a brat).
#29
What a generous giveaway! Thanks for the chance!
I love seeing CARDS!!! And other paper projects.
I could use that bottle of wine RIGHT now. Oops, did I say that out loud? I love to see altered items. Thanks!
#29
#31
2nd entry ~ I subscribed!!!
#29: OMG!!! That stamp set is wonderful!! You are so generous to pass it on!! I love everything on your blog, so just keep up the good work!
Cheryl kVD
well, right now I'm number 33 but that could change by the time I post! Anyway- I love all your work and would love to see more and more projects!
34?
I am loving your blog . . . I agree with what was said earlier . . . I love seeing what ppl alter no matter what it is. keep up the great shares and LOVE the blog candy!
tfs your talent!
muah !
Tina
I subscribed so here is another comment I pretend I'm french and drink a sip now and then. Go for it. some days just call for it!!!
: )lol
#36 (I think) - Since I am not a scrapbooker I love cards, altered items, bags, boxes and tutorials. I also love that set and stand no chance of having any other way :-) Thanks for the chance and keep up the good work!
#36
Love the bottle! I think is really classy! Wow I would love to win this sweet SU set. I know I will never ever spend that much money to get to that level.
Thanks for a chance.
cmeyers@hughes.net
#38
Whooo Hooo! I get 2 chances since I am a subscriber now. I just love your style and inspiration on all your projects. So glad I will be getting your updates. Thanks for another chance.
#39 I think
Bring on more cards... delivered with your GREAT sense of humor, please!! ;) ~rae
I think I am #40. I love to see the things that are interesting to you right now. I love to see new techniques and projects. I have a 1year old daughter and I am always looking for new things for the grandparents, great-grandparents ect.
It's a good life!
Terri E.
#41...I think.
Any kind of project for gift giving and I always love seeing your cards!
Thanks,
Cathy M.
#41 -- I love to see projects and cards. But you've been doing a great job already with your blog-mixing it up. I like getting to know you and seeing all your great work!
What a beautiful stamp set, I would luv to win this set, yep me & everyone else here. Thanks for the chance. As for what I'd like to see well, I luv tutorials but seriously everything you do is fabulous!!! Luv the wine bottle!
I have you on my Google reader, don't know if that counts, but I read you whenever you do a new post.
rd529penny@comcast.net
I enjoy seeing any kind of your creative art! I also love tutorials. Thanks for the opportunity! I love your work!
Adair
asvoboda@juno.com
#43 I think. Carolyn that bottle of wine idea was so much fun - *hiccup* Hee-hee.
I love to see new ideas for cards and I really enjoy seeing 'anything but a card' ideas as well. Plus I like the way you write, you are very funny. Thanks so much for sharing.
#47 Just subscribed! Looking forward to reading your blog. You said I could enter twice so... here's my second entry.
#48 cuz i subscribed.
Chelsey
Since I heard you had some lessons recently, from some from the dirty pile, I would like to see something on coloring with re-inkers.
Enjoyed the dinner time story. Never a dull moment, is there?
I am glad you are blogging. Love your work and your stories.
I guess I am an even 50. What a generous item to put up for blog candy. I have just found your blog but you can bet I'll be back.
Amy
No.51. I love seeing cards the most. This is the only thing I make, but you should feel free to post whatever you like!
i love that set from gina k! i am saving up to get one... hopefully for christmas... :)
i love seeing your card creations and altered items!
thanks for the chance to win.
#53, I guess!
I love tutorials!! They're my fave. Also, cool new techniques or ways to use tools I may not have thought of. :)
I think this is #53. What generous blog candy! And I think you do a great job with your blog just the way it is.
Love tutorials, new techniques and weird ways to use ordinary stamps.
Thanks for the fab give-away.
tejal2210@gmail.com
#56 :) Well I'm a sucker for tutorials cause I love to learn new things and its always fun to see how things are done! :)
Have a great day!
Ellie Augustin
e@scrapbookmama.com
I think I am 55 but not to sure about that lol.
Love this set it was the first one I bought from Gina.
Personally I like what you have started with doing. You share some about your family and the projects you have been working on. I wouldn't change a thing just keep doing what you are.
This set you are giving away is such a generous offer, thank you! I look forward to what you post next!
I think you should put what YOU want on your site cause I like to look at every idea.
Thanks for the Candy ....don't drink too much (*wink*)
Bev
twofrogs84@yahoo.com
Hi Cammie!
Thank you for offering that great stamp set for a give-away. I've been seeing samples made with it and they are gorgeous!
My favorite thing on a blog is a card that includes the recipe & how-to's.
Thanks :)
Drat! I forgot to number my post.
Well, the counter shows this one is #60, so my last one must have been #59.
I am a subscriber, so this can count as my second post :)
Thanks!
WOW! I so would LOVE to have this set. I have been so jealous of all the fortunate demos.
I enjoy seeing a bit of everything on a blog. You are a very creative person and I have been enjoying it very much. Love seeing cards, altered items, tutorials and a bit of personal to be able to get to know YOU.
Thank you so much for sharing!
#62? You have a wonderful blog, I'll be back often. I love to see altered items, esp. gift items and holiday items.
Claudia
scfranson@charter.net
#63 here...Love this blog and your sense of humor! Keep up the great work. I'd love to see more altered items.
Here I am again with #64...I'm a subscriber, too! Love your blog candy...hope I win!!
#65 I love seeing card designs! This is awesome blog candy. I hope I win!
#65
Hi Cammie! YAY! You are blogging! That makes me happy because you crack me up girl!
Iw ould love to hear more about your family. Also deeing scrapbook pages, because I never see too many of them anymore.
hi cammie! wow, i am in love with this set! for your blog, you're doing great! like mine, it's a pretty good mix of creating, thoughts and venting! i love it like that! it's fun to see the author's personality come through!
#67 I love it just the way it is!
#68 ~ I'm loving your blog...I also like variety, but I especially like cards! Look forward to more good things from your blog!
Hi, I just stumbled upon your blog recently. I love your great cards & your blog. Everything is so crisp, clean, colorful!! We don't have kids but it is still amusing to read through your stories of them. I really like your blog; anything you do to add will only make it more awesome!! Collette katshon66@aol.com
Well, rats, I don't know if I am #69 or #70? Guess I'll just repeat what I wrote above. Hi, I just recenty stumbled upon your blog. I LOVE your great cards & your blog. Everything is so crisp/clean/colorful. We don't have any kids but it still is amusing to read through your stories of them. Your blog is great; Anything you do add will only make it more awesome!! Collette katshon66@aol.com
# 71. I love that bottle of wine. How neat! I LOVE that stamp set. I had to end my demoship with SU for financial reasons and had to end it 10/31 so I JUST missed out on getting that stamp set.
I love to see tutorial on blogs they are my favorite. I also just love to see cards people have made! -Samantha
I think I will help myself to a little glass of wine. But first I will tell you what I look for. Tutorials and cards are what I look for.
Linda Peterson
craftylin1968@aol.com
Maybe #71?
Wow! I am so glad I found your blog! Your design work is amazing and your writing is fantastic! Thanks for all the great inspiration and entertainment!
I received my copy of this set a few weeks ago but my mother promptly absconded with it. I'm guessing the only way I'll ever get to play with it is if I can give her her own set :-) Thanks for giving us all a shot at some terrific blog candy!
I think I'm #75. I love your blog because I enjoy all your projects and the way you write. You don't need to change a thing!!!
Hi! If Heidi's 75 then I'm #76. I have ardmired your cards on SCS and am very happy that you have started this blog. I like seeing what others have done with the same (or similar) stamps & paper that I have. And I love your style! I also like tutorials on the different techniques used. Thanks for asking!
#77 - I LOVE your cards so if you just keep posting your pretty cards and cute stories about your family, I'm a happy visitor:) I love your numerically decorated backyard...too funny!
#78 I subscribed! Thanks again!
#79
I look for Tutorials. Oh, and blog candy! Thanks for the chance to win!
#80
Oh, and I subscribed...now, I'm off to look at your blog! Thanks again for the chance to win!
#81
Cute cute blog! I always love learning new things to do with my SU stuff, so tutorials and just "stuff" in general!! :)
I think I'm with the others, a bit of everything. after all variety is the spice of life..
Thanks for the chance to win.
#83
Love the wine bottle - and I love seeing tutorials and samples - you have cute cute cards!!!!! Thanks for the chance!
#84
Wow, great blog candy! That is so generous of you! I hope I will be the lucky one. I enjoy your blog and creativity! Keep it up, I really like to see different kinds of tutorials with lots of pictures, but you are doing a good job as is.
I think I'm #85...:0)!!! I just love blog reading. I "lurk" on other people's blog everyday...you being just 1 of the many. There's nothing in particular that I would like to see more of on your blog...anything that you post is great no matter what. Thank you for sharing your ideas & inspirations with us.
Sheryl
#85
I have seen some really cute cards surfing favorite blogs made with that set just today.
Thanks for the opportunity to win it.
86
I love to see non-card ideas! Thanks for the chance to win some goodies!
#88
I love seeing what you're already doing on your blog to make it your own. Love the sub categories and especially love stories about your family; Ben in particular has already won my heart!
#89 I think!!
Love your blog and especially your cards~~more of those please, but all the things you do are interesting! Just as long as you continue to share your work and thoughts, I'll be happy!
Wooohooo! More candy. And the wine is a great idea too. LOL I love seeing your cards as well as the little creative things like the wine bottle, etc.
And I loved reading about your son and the numbers all over. Hey...whatever works to get him interested in it. Who knows where it will lead? He could just amaze you one day! Nice that you captured it in pictures.
It's nice to see that SU! shows appreciation for their demos in this kind of way(free stamps)
I LOVE your Wine Bottle!! I just got the GinaK set you used!! I gotta go pick up some good Ol German Whine now and whip of a label for it!! Thanks for Sharing your creation!
((Rubba Smiles))
Monica
xxblueeyedangel24xx@yahoo.com
#92
I usually check what you have made first to be honest and then what else you are doing in your life.
Thanks for all the sharing of your creative talents so freely. It is great appreciated.
Please put my name/number into the draw for that wonderful blog candy.
dragonflydreams@bigpond.com.au
I abosulutely love that bottle of wine !!!! And I would love to be able to make great cards with this stamp set ....Thanks so much for the chance!!!
Hi Cammie! I am like you, we always try to eat as a family. And I think my kids are turning out quite well. :-)
YUMMY blog candy you are giving away. I am a new subscriber so I'll share more in a minute....
I believe this is #95. I love seeing ideas on blogs.... simple stuff and alterable items are my favorites!
96 herer....I love your blog! Just subscribed too! I'd love to see more tutorials, I am alwyas looking for new ideas! Thanks so much for sharing...(I really hope I win, I love this set and have no way of getting it!)
Love that bottle!
Claudia
scfranson@charter.net (subscriber)
I love your blogs! I am excited to get new ideas from you. I don't mind drinking some wine sometime:) Come on over
I would like to see different things on your blog like how to stamp on candles, picture frames, walls...
I would also like to see you use one stamp set in differet ways so that I can get different ideas on how to use it.
I really enjoy your blog and I get so much for the projects that you make. I don't think that there is anything that comes to my mind that I would like to see besides the beautiful creations that you post here all the time.
Have a great weekend :-)
#102 Hmmmm.....why is that bottle looking extra good after a long week. Just kidding....lol. But love what you did with the bottle!!
I enjoy reading a mixture on blogs. Can never have too many good tips:)
Tammy
wine is suppose to be good for the heart...in moderation that is and I'll fully admit that I don't mind a 1oz. glass on Sundays. Great decorations on it by the way and a great candy
shutterbug2525"at"gmail.com
#105, I think! Your blog is fantastic!! I love the varieity of things you post...the writing of the numbers in the backyard is a great idea!! (I am an elem. teacher) Anyhooo, I would like to join you for that bottle of wine!
Thanks for the chance...I have seen a lot of great cards made with that set already.
Have a fantastic weekend!!
Debbie J.
#105 Oh I LOVE this set!!! I love both the tutorials and pictures of your work for inspiration! Thank you!!!
oops mine should have been #106!
I think I am # 108
I love the stories about your family and would love to see more of that! I am so glad you started a blog!
Harriet
#109 What I love to see on a blog is lots of creations, as well as tutorials for those techniques that are a bit different!
#110 Love your card Cami! I come back for the artwork. Actually we should be giving you gifts for sharing your creative genius w/us!
#111 - Since I subscribe I might as well get in my second chance! Thanks for seconds!!
Carolyn, your writing is GREAT! I subscribed to your post because of your creativity and eye for design. I love your posts because I get great ideas and you make me laugh out loud! I am a horrible writer, so I admire that quality a great deal in a person. Thanks for making me ooh and ahh over your cards and guffaw over your blogging :)!
#113
I love your blog and enjoy the family updates. You are a very talented stamper. Keep up the good work, you blog is awesome. I'd love to see more photos and non-card items.
Joanne
fishingdriver@aol.com
#114
I love that you have a blog! First I wanted to thank you for taking the time to post so we can be inspired and learn from you...free of charge! I love tutorials and when you list ingredients and instructions on techniques used. I also like when you put quick links to the ingredients. I know on splitcoast there was mention that some don't like some of the advertising, but I personally love to hear your opinions as long as they stay genuine (which I haven't seen on any of the blogs i visit). Thanks so much!
#115
I believe reading your blog IS time well spent!:)
I enjoy reading all you write. I esp like reading your how to's. Thanks! MaggieSt :)
Fabulous on the wine bottle! What I look for in blogs are card ideas. Different folds are a passion.
Love the blog candy! Fingers crosse!!! I am off to subscribe!
#117
I really enjoy seeing your cards Cammie, but honestly, I just enjoy reading that other mommies struggle with normal things, like dinner time drama and entertaining 5 year olds without losing our minds and all. It's just wonderful to know that I am not alone in the mommy world! :) Thanks for the chance to win some fun candy that's fat free to boot!
Coolness! I subscribed and it worked this time! I have trouble sometimes with my Mac browsers. So, here's a second entry, #118
Can you tell I'm tired? I wrote this fabulous comment (or it seemed like it in my own head) and then forgot to put a number in! I'm apparently #118 (or 119 if my previous post hasn't deleted)
I was excited when I realized you had a blog - I love seeing your cards on SCS. You're definitely going into my list of blogs I read.
I love to hear stories of everyday life - especially if kids are involved. Kids just say the darnedest stuff. I love tutorials too.
120 I have subscribed to your blog. This is my second entry. I look forward to your updates.
Keep the funny stories comming.
Joanne
fishingdriver@aol.com
#121 What generous blog candy! I like coming to your blog to see your cards. I gain a lot of inspiration from layouts and techniques that you use. I also love your coloring. Thanks for the chance to win!
#123
As a newbie I like to see lots of tutorials, there are lots of things for me to learn. I'd also love to see your cards and altered items.
Thanks for the fabulous giveaway.
#124
secone entry :D second chances!
Love this set!
Congrats once again.
#125
I love your cards. I like to look at blogs for small give away ideas.
Janie
#126
I love the tutorials but I also like just regular old, simple cards. And I definitely want to hear more about raising a family. I have a baby that is almost 1 and he was the surprise of my life! I will take all the advice I can on raising a kid and juggling all the rest of the stuff that comes with womanhood!
I just love to see the sets that I own used in cards! LOL! (true story) I just love your cards and although I am not subscribed I am going to do so right now!
#128... I am such a fan of yours. I love your gallery on SCS and am happy to have found your blog! I like to see tutorials, altered items, cards.. I guess everything! I loved your Belive bracelet and plan on making some similar charms with my daughter. Thank you so much for the inspiration!!
Jennifer S
I just stumbled upon your blog now. I love your cards and your stories about conversations with you kids made me laugh.
#129
#130-Hi- What a sweet blog candy you have there! I just subscribed to your wonderful blog and can't wait to catch up on what I've been missing! Thanks for sharing what you LOVE!!! Hugs Kay M.
LOVE YOR BLOG, LOVE TO SEE ALL OF THE NEW CARD IDEAS
Hope I'm not to late. I love it all cards, tutorials, anything altered. Thanks
Linda Webb
What a fun bottle! And I agree....never a good idea to condone consuming alcohol -- especially when I have teenagers in the house....'hic*cup'!!
I love seeing your card samples and the tutorials are great for sharing the techniques you've done. I'd love to winthis set because I'll never make it to a level 3 - I'm concentrating on trying to use the sets I have before buying more!
Mary (I think I'm #134)
hey another comment from my side..!!
I really wish hard I receive thta set...it is lovely one...!!
Thanx tahnx..!!
I love everything about your blog! Your designs are awesome! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
AngieW
Awaren6@comcast.net
#137 As far as I can tell - a lot of people didn't use a number!
I come to have a look at your creations - for example I just looked at your new Gina K baby it's cold outside card.. and wondered - where can I get that? So - I checked your blog! Then, I was hooked into reading further, love the stories about your kids !
Well, maybe if I can manage it, this will post and maybe I can also win some blog candy!! debzi333 from SCS
Hi, I am so totally new at this (blogging) but really enjoy reading yours. Your cards are so creative and I love the colors you choose when using your copics. The bottle is pretty too! The set looks like an awesome one to have!!
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