It's that time of year when we know we are going to say "goodbye" to some of our favorite colors so I am encouraging you to get these now!  

The 2017-2019 will be retiring...we know that! And, we also know that the cardstock, ink refills, ribbons, embellishments, and ink pads in these colors will be among the first items to sell out once Stampin' Up! announces the complete retiring list on the 15th!

Here is the list of the retiring In Colors with most of the product available in those colors. Click the links to be taken to the Online Store!  If you are looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would be honored to serve you.

Product List

2017-2019 In Color Stampin' Write Markers [144033]	2017-2019 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144247]	2017-2019 In Color 12" X 12" Cardstock [145453]
Fresh Fig Classic Stampin' Pad [147144]	Fresh Fig Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [144088]	Fresh Fig 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144242]
Fresh Fig 1/8" Sheer Ribbon [144174]	Fresh Fig 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146945]	Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145]
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [144092]	Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144245]	Lemon Lime Twist 1/4" Ombre Ribbon [144234]
Lemon Lime Twist 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146947]	Powder Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [147147]	Powder Pink Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [144090]
Powder Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144244]	Powder Pink 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon [144151]	Powder Pink 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146949]
Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [147143]	Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [144089]	Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243]
Berry Burst 3/8" (1 Cm) Metallic-Edge Ribbon [145489]	Berry Burst 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146944]	Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin' Pad [147146]
Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [144091]	Tranquil Tide 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146948]	Tranquil Tide 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144246]

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Let's start the week off with a fun cardmaking technique using glossy card stock and our Stampin' Up! Classic Inks.

This is a super easy technique.  Here's a suggestion...prep and cut several pieces of glossy card stock so that you can make several of these backgrounds at once.  How nice to be prepared with a beautiful background when you need to make a quick card.

The colors used here are Pineapple Punch, Grapefruit Grove, and Lovely Lipstick.  Let's take a look at the video tutorial for the process. 

Lisa's Inkling:

• Have a tissue ready to keep your hands neat and clean.
• The Glossy Card Stock is cut 4" x 5-1/4".
• Cut your Stamping Sponges into wedges for ease of use.

Need supplies to recreate this project?  Here is the list with links to the online store.  If you at looking for a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I would love to serve you!

Product List

Pineapple Punch Classic Stampin' Pad [147141]	Grapefruit Grove Classic Stampin' Pad [147142]	Lovely Lipstick Classic Stampin' Pad [147140]
8-1/2" X 11" Glossy White Cardstock [144240]	Grapefruit Grove 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146972]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Whisper White 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon [146912]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Big Shot [143263]
Happy Birthday Thinlits Die [143700]	Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets [144106]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]

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Thanks for stopping by to take a look at today's project!  Now that you've seen the video, try this glossy card stock and ink technique on your next cardmaking project!

If you joined us on Facebook Live yesterday evening, you saw the creation of this cute Easter gift packaging for our granddaughters.  I had not used the mama duck from the Fable Friends set and I really enjoyed coloring her with my Stampin' Blends.

The "stuffing" for this little gift basket is from the Clearance Rack...Sweet Soiree Ready Shreddie.  It's a generous amount in three colors and perfect for stuffing your gift-giving creations.

Here are the details so that you can recreate this project!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut card stock for box/basket to 5 x 8-1/2".
• Score the 8-1/2 " side at 3-1/2 and 5".
• Score the 5" side at 1" and 4".
• Handle is  1" x 8-1/2".
• Designer Paper is cut 2 pieces at 2-3/4" x 3-1/4" and 2 pieces at 1-1/4" x 3-1/4".

Here are the supplies used to create this project.

Product List

Fable Friends Cling Stamp Set [148670]	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122925]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Pacific Point 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [111350]	Garden Impressions 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [146289]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Pool Party Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144595]	Dark Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Marker [146871]	Calypso Coral Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144045]
Daffodil Delight Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [144585]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Big Shot [143263]
Layering Ovals Framelits Dies [141706]	Simply Scored [122334]	Metallic Brads [146929]
Paper-Piercing Tool [126189]	Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]
Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897]

I decided to recreate this same basket with a different theme.  What do you think?

The box/basket of this one is made from designer paper and just right for a gift for other than small children.  The handle is simply stapled on this version.

Now that you've seen both of these samples, go to Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook, LIKE and Follow my page, and watch the video to see the assembly of this little gift basket for Easter.

Live with Lisa on Facebook will take place tonight at 6:00 PM Central Time (7:00 PM Eastern,5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PT). I will be going LIVE on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page.

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 6:00 PM Central.  When you check in at that time and do not see the LIVE video in progress, please refresh your page.

If you are unable to join us for the LIVE broadcast, not to worry! You may watch the recording which will be posted there immediately following.

We will be making a cute basket for a little Easter gift!

Please join us on Facebook tonight at 6:00 PM Central!

One of my favorite places to eat while we are in Missouri is at Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q in Springfield.  As you can see from the sign, it's been voted as Springfield's best BBQ and has even been featured on the Travel Channel!

Conveniently located across from Bass Pro Shop, there is sure to be something on the menu for everyone's taste! My favorite of all is the pulled pork, sweet potato fries, and cole slaw! Delicious!  It's a super casual atmosphere and seating outside and in.

Here's Mr. Brown with a plate full of pulled pork, ham, and sausage!  The potato salad is really good, too!

My friend, Bonnie of Calamity Jane's Cottage Shop on Facebook, loves the burnt ends.  She'll go up to the order window and order burnt "butts" though!  LOL. And, she'll be as serious as ever because that's what she calls them!

If you're ever in the Show-Me State near Springfield stop by Buckingham's and get some of their delicious bar-b-q!   I believe there may be some other locations but this one is conveniently located!  Hope if you're in the area you'll stop and enjoy one of my favorite restaurants.

Let's start the month off by taking a closer look at our new product line, Storage by Stampin' Up!

Storage by Stampin’ Up! is designed to store and showcase your Stampin’ Pads, Stampin’ Ink Refills, Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Write Markers, Watercolor Pencils, and other accessories. Here are some other features and benefits of Storage by Stampin’ Up!: