How's your STAMPIN' MOJO?

Speaking of CARDSTOCK!

2010-10-06T14:15:00.000-07:00

I can't blog a day without sharing a few projects. This was our BUTTERFLIES class a couple weeks ago.
We used the priceless set, the butterfly punch for the pansies, the Dreams du jour set, and the Butterflies sizzix die for our projects. It was a really fun class! Thanks for stopping by!
Candas

Dusting off the ol' blog!

2010-10-06T14:11:00.000-07:00

I can't believe that it's been SOOO long since I posted!
I apologize for my slacker-ness and don't promise to not do it again, but I do promise to make it more of a priority! I appreciate all you comments and observations! and hanging in there while I remember where I put it (I got it together, just can't remember where I put it ;)
I have OODLES of goodies to share!
So I'll start with canning!

My youngest pair peeling the peach skins off blanched peaches. They were serious.

8 Quarts of fresh peaches. Oh these are going to taste sooo good this winter!

Peaches preped for the jammery!

It's all in a days work!

That's been keeping me busy! It's PRICKLY PEAR SEASON in Arizona and my wonderful kitchen kids picked 10 gallons of prickly pears and we made juice out of 5 gallons, which boils down *literally* to 1 gallon juice. We made a quadruple batch of jelly which turned out DIVINE! and then gave the remaining jelly to a friend so she could try her hand at the jelly making process. Then we followed it up with peaches, peach jam, peach jelly, spiced peach jam, and pear bread, pear butter, and cinnamon pears. Needless to say this fall harvest has kept us all busy, in case you're wondering if I'm just sitting around with my thumb in my cardstock.

Gum Holder

2010-03-23T06:07:00.000-07:00

Just a quick post today before I get stamping for the Birthday Bash we're having tonight at Card Class!

This is a gum holder that I saw on another blog (not even my own creation) but I LOVE it!

The little velcro closure could be swapped out for a little magnet. OOOh the possibilities are endless!

Going to have to whip one of these babies up!

Thanks for Looking!

Candas

As they say...

2010-02-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

Time flies when you're having FUN! Life may not always be FUN, but it sure has been busy! I've had so much going on that those cards that sit so quietly AND patiently to be photo'd have done just that! Sit there, so those of you who are blog 'stalkers' send me an e-mail and tell me to get on the stick!
Thanks for looking and hope that you have had a WoNdErFuL beginning to your new year!

Candas

Sale-a-Bration and Occasions Mini Cards

2010-01-06T17:48:00.001-07:00

The FIRST card class of the YEAR! WoW we had so much fun!

This class featured sets in the SALE-A-BRATION mini catalog

as well as the OCCASIONS mini catalog.

Thanks for looking and leave a comment

(just in case there are any 'blog stalkers' out there...)

Candas

This card features one of my FAVORITE colors! BASIC GRAY!

I love it! it goes with ANYTHING!

The set is ASIAN ARTISTRY and I stamped in Gray

and used a retired *gasp* metallic colored pencils

to add detail and color to the images.

The GRAY SATIN ribbon is found in the

NEW SELECTION of SATIN RIBBONS

in the Occassion mini catalog! GORGEOUS!

This card is practically copied out of the SALE-A-BRATION mini.

Super simple and easy.

Although some of my stampers were amazed at how many little steps there were.

I used an OPTIONAL SALE-A-BRATION reward set called HELLO AGAIN

and WHIMSICAL WORDS.

BLISS BLUE, OLD OLIVE and PIXIE PINK cardstock.

STRIPPED GROSGRAIN ties it together.

This card features the SOLID STRIPES and

BUTTERFLY ACCENT stamps from the OCCASIONS MINI.

The butterfly is such a VERSITILE stamp!

I can't wait til next week when we do the kissing technique with it!

I used VERSAMARK only to create the tone on tone effect

as well as emboss the butterflies wtih IRIDESCENT ICE embossing powder.

SOFT SUEDE, BERMUDA BAY, MELON MAMBO are the cardstocks.

I love the BERMUDA BAY POLKADOT GROSGRAIN.

This card has a boo-boo on it. Can you spot the boo-boo?

(that's what happens when I take pictures AFTER class instead of before)

This card is done in CLOSE TO COCOA with a smidgn of CHOCOLATE CHIP.

The EXTRA LARGE 2-STEP BIRD punch is used for the bird and the leaves.

I sponged and stamped it's wing with CLOSE TO COCOA ink,

The 2x2 GLASSINE ENVELOPES are just the right size to add

a message on the front with the KISSES card inserts.

I use an incentive stamp for the message.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-01T15:49:00.001-07:00

A belated MERRY CHRISTMAS

and

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you!

I love new beginnings and the NEW YEAR is one of my FAVORITE! I feel like I get a UNIVERSAL "do over". So with that comes new resolutions... this year I resolve to be kinder to others, more patient, more forgiving, more accepting. Overall healthier, this year I turn 4-0! I don't FEEL 4-0! More like late 20's still trying to figure out life in general! I also resolve to be a better more dilligent blogger. Still posting with regular regularity *ha* made me laugh thinking of a laxative commercial from the redunant redundancy department.

So with this I had better get crackin'! I have my first class of the year on Tuesday the 5th and I have a few ideas, but nothing stamped, cut or assembled.

Gift Giving on a Budget Class

2009-12-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

Just need to get the pictures taken for my gift giving class, but I'm a little behind ( ! )
I'll get it done... just be patient... hey leave a comment that might motivate me a bit ;0)

Decembers' First-Saturday-of-the-Month Class

2009-12-10T12:17:00.000-07:00

I hold a card class on the first Saturday of each month.

The cards here are from the December Class.

I had such a fun time whipping these up!

Thanks for looking!

Candas

This card uses a paper pak I found at Big Lots!

It was a great buy and this funky and sparkly stripe was just what I was hoping to find!

I used the SWEET SEASON stamp set, TWO (2) TAGS BIGZ die and 5/8" red grosgrain ribbon.

REAL RED stamp pad and the SCALLOPED and 1 3/8" CIRCLE Punch\

I LOVE this CARD!!!

I used a clear acetate sheet, stamped with STAZ-ON OPAQUE WHITE pad, and the

SERENE SNOWFLAKES stamp set. MANY MERRY MESSAGES' NOEL Stamp is the verse.

The silver SCALLOPED OVAL punch is done using foil tape found at the local hardware store.

It was self adhesive so it doesn't show through on the inside.

I adhered the cardstock to the acetate sheet on the back along the folded edge. The WHITE ORGANZA RIBBON really makes the card elegant!

CARDINAL CHRISTMAS is the stamp set.

ALWAYS ARTICHOKE and ROSE RED Cardstock

I used the markers, blender pen and a cd for a pallet to color the cardinal.

The MODERN LABEL PUNCH and the LARGE OVAL PUNCH

are used for the greeting. I trimmed the LARGE OVAL PUNCH

to create the border on the top and bottom, brads to add accent.

I saw this color combination in a mgazine advertisement for some housewares store.

Committed it to memory for a time like this!

It just fell together. NOT QUITE NAVY & CLOSE TO COCOA Cardstock and ink.

PATTERNED PINES Stamp set.

SHIMMERY WHITE PAINT mixed in a travel size spray bottle with rubbing alcohol

and sprayed onto the cardstock create the shimmery background. Vanilla 5/8" grosgrain ribbon is wrapped

around the cocoa cardstock.

DAZZLING DIAMONDS GLITTER and a 2 way glue pen,

add shimmer to the middle tree.

Thanks for looking and for my class schedule, chek out my website

http://candasfreeman.stampinup.net/

Christmas Card Kick Off!

2009-12-03T08:34:00.000-07:00

This past Tuesday was our Christmas Card Kickoff!

I really enjoy Christmas and the giving of handmade gifts!

These cards are simple, yet convey the spirit of the Holiday!

Thanks for looking!

Candas

This set is done in REAL RED and SAHARA SAND.

I used the SERENE SNOWFLAKES set. I borrowed the idea off of

the Stampin' Up! website from a fellow demonstrator.

This one is really simple! I used BRAVO BURGUNDY and the BRUSHED GOLD cardstock.

The wreath is made using the twig and berry stamp from AUTUMN DAYS.

Just ink it and stamp in a circle!

I used the MODERN LABEL PUNCH and the WORD WINDOW PUNCH.

The greeting comes from TEENY TINY WISHES.

This card idea was also borrowed from the SU demo website.

I love the simplicity of it. RUBY RED and OLD OLIVE CARDSTOCK really

make the combo POP! The set is SEASON OF JOY and HEARD FROM THE HEART.

I love the GINGERBREAD-IE feel of this

non-traditional color

Christmas card. I used SWEET SEASON stamp set.

PRETTY IN PINK and CLOSE TO COCOA Cardstock.

The PETALS A PLENTY embossing folder and a brayer made the unique background.

RANDOM.ORG Integer Widget

2009-12-02T22:25:00.003-07:00

Went to Random.org and they generated the lucky Blog Candy Winner.
Number 7! Diane S. I'll be in touch to give you your blog candy!
Thank you all so much for your kind comments! Stay tuned for more candy to come!
Candas
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BLOG CANDY

2009-11-19T13:53:00.004-07:00

You know that old saying "like a kid in a candy store"?

Well, I'm sharing some of my 'candy'!

HERE'S MY BLOG CANDY!

A stamp set called ITTY BITTY BORDERS, a couple of STAMPIN' SPOTS,

an ASSORTMENT OF STAMPIN' UP! CARDSTOCK,

RIBBON, ENVELOPES, and a NOTEPAD made by me!!

Just leave me a comment with your name!
Anonymous doesn't get anything ;0)
I'll post on the 30th of November who the winner is!

Check out my website for classes and events

http://candasfreeman.stampinup.com/

Thanks for looking!

Candas

Gift Enclosure Cards

2009-11-19T07:17:00.001-07:00

These are a couple of gift enclosure cards that are SUPER simple to whip up.

The noel is a 3x3 in ROSE RED. I used the FUN AND FAST NOTES stamp set.

OLD OLIVE and ROSE RED go really well together!

The Penguin is a 2x3 in BARELY BANANA and BLISS BLUE.

I used the PUNCH PALS set and stamped the envelope too!

Thanks for looking and be sure to leave a comment.

Candas

Check out my website for class schedules and events!

http://candasfreeman.stampinup.net/

Fallin' for Fall!

2009-11-17T21:31:00.000-07:00

This was one of my FAVORITE card classes! I LOVE the warm fall colors!

Thanks for looking!

Candas

Full of Thanks Card Class

2009-11-17T21:22:00.000-07:00

This is my November first Saturday of the month Card class.

It was a lot of fun!

We used the Big Shot and the Thank You and Joyful Sizzlets for the letters on the Thankful card.

This was the easiest and BEST color combination!

Thanks uses the BIG DEAL Alphabet. It IS a big deal!

I LOVE the Pheasant! Makes any card MASCULINE!

Thanks for looking!

Candas

Black, White, Grey and YELLOW!

2009-11-09T21:19:00.002-07:00

I heard MONTHS ago that the HOT new colors in fashion were BLACK, WHITE, GREY and YELLOW. Well I became OBSESSED with them and just about hurt myself on the quest for anything with those color combos! Here are a few samples that I came up with.

Thanks for looking! Candas

SAHARA SAND, BASIC GREY, and TEXTURED KIWI KISS cardstock and coordinating RIBBON. Sale-a-bration stamp set (I don't recall)

Stamp set is GRAND SOIRE and the chandelier is embossed using BLACK EMBOSSING POWDER, White ORGANZA ribbon adds a touch of elegance to the card.

I got the die cut flowers at a craft store in the wedding 'stuff' aisle in the CUTEST little bucket.

They added the PERFECT touch and the black and white

(although it looks grey in the picture)

really makes the card POP!.

Simply Sent makes it SIMPLE!

2009-11-06T11:16:00.001-07:00

These cards were made using supplies provided in SIMPLY SENT card kits from Stampin' Up!

I love the EASE! They provided all the IDEAS, paper, brads, ribbon, adhesive, stamps and ink!

The 2 on the top were made from kits I bought last year and the one on the bottom I made at a convention for Stampin' Up! demonstrators.

To find out more about my classes and to order Stampin' Supplies, check out my website

http://candasfreeman.stampinup.net/

Thanks for looking!

Candas

This was a convention make and take. I really love going to convention! Great ideas, stamping and FRIENDS! This was made using the WANTED stamp set and it's pocket is made using DESIGNER SERIES PAPER! The paper is sturdy enough to hold up as a pocket and looks really cute too!

Custom Wedding Invitations

2009-11-06T07:01:00.000-07:00

I have been working with bride's that desire to create their own individual wedding invitations, place cards, programs and thank you cards. I had the privledge of working with a bride who knew exactly what she wanted. She gave me the colors and I designed a few samples for her. We ended up customizing the designs I had created for her to create a one-of-a-kind invitation. It was a JOY to work with her! Here are a couple of the samples I made.

Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive

2009-11-05T21:48:00.000-07:00

Here's a card that I just love! I think I got the idea from a swap at convention, but I'm not sure... just know I remember it from 'somewhere'... yes I DO dream in color!

I love the Level 3 Hostess set KIND AND CARING THOUGHTS. It was super easy too using the scalloped punch for the border and OLD OLIVE and RICH RAZZLEBERRY inks. I just stamped the flowers 3 times only inking the stamp the first time then moistening the stamp with my breath (aka 'huffing') like breathing on a window to fog it up the second and third time. Fun and versitile technique.

Thanks for looking!

Candas

In Colors are HOT HOT HOT!

2009-11-04T15:49:00.002-07:00

I just LOVE the NEW IN COLORS from Stampin' Up! (r)

This class focused on using our traditional colors with the new IN COLORS.

Thanks for looking!

Candas

I love the color combination of Dusty Durango and Rich Razzleberry. I used the FINIAL PRESS embossing folder and the MEDALION stamp set.

This little note pad was super simple to whip up. I used SO SAFFRON and SOFT SUEDE cardstock, the CHEEP TALK stamp set and the POLKADOT SOFT SUEDE ribbon. I put a little 2-way glue pen and DAZZLING DIAMONDS glitter on the wing for some BLING!

Make you wanna reach in your bag and find one there!

I LOVE the combo of CRUSHED CURRY and BASIC GREY! About 7 months ago, I hear on the 'news' that the HOT new fashion trend was yellow and grey, well I about broke something looking for grey cardstock and yellow accessories. All along it was RIGHT in my SU catalog... silly me! Anyway, here's another favorite creation using that yellow/grey combo. Sometimes that curry color looks AWFUL in pictures, but I think I got enough light so it actually looks pretty good.

This last addition is something I stumbled across in my blog-hopping adventures. Don't remember where I saw it, but LOVED it and committed it to memory and VOWED to share it! It's MELON MAMBO, PIXIE PINK, RICH RAZZLEBERRY and WHISPER WHITE cardstock, MELON MAMBO POLKADOT GROSGRAIN ribbon, ELEGANT EGGPLANT ink, LOVE YOU MUCH triple heart stamp, HEARD FROM THE HEART stamp set, and the HEART TO HEART punch. The color combination just worked out... imagine that. I know it's early for Valentines Day, but NEVER too early for hearts, pink and love!

SIP: Stamps, Ink, and Paper

2009-10-28T11:03:00.001-07:00

I love a CHALLENGE!

This card class was a challenge because I limited myself to just

STAMPS, INK, and PAPER!

No ribbon (except to close the box) brads, or glitter (*gasp*)! It ended up once I got the creative ball rolling, I had to STOP myself! I realized that after 4 cards I had forgotten the BOX! So we had a BONUS project! It was a really simple class and everyone commented on how EASY PEASY it was!
Thanks for looking!
Candas

This box is SUPER SIMPLE!
I used an 8 1/2 by 11 piece of Rose Red cardstock.
Along the 11" side, I scored at the 2 1/2", 5", 7 1/2" and 10". On the 8 1/2 side I scored at the 2" for the bottom. I cut out the small rectangle (at the 10" and 2" score lines) and cut from the bottom of the paper up to the bottom (2") score lines so your box will close. I stamped in versamark the swirl from the PRICELESS set. The tag is from the hostess set HOLIDAY BEST. Close the sides and bottom of the box using adhesive. Fill with your favorite goodie and close the top like a milk carton. Punch 2 holes using the rectangle punch and thread Rose ribbon through to close.

This little Zebra card was a piece to whip up!

I tore the white and mounted it on the black... plays tricks with your eyes!

Sahara Sand is the color of his stripes.

The Fifth Avenue Floral set is simple, versatile and ELEGANT! I love it! This was a simple card, even the ribbon is paper! I just broke down the paper fibers using my bone folder like you would if you were curling robbon with a pair of scissors, pulled it through a few times on each side of the paper and then 'smunched' (official stampin term) it in the area that was to be the middle of the knot and and then tied it in a single knot. I used Regal Rose, Old Olive, and Basic Grey.

The CIRCLE CIRCUS and SMARTY PANTS sets are so FUN!

The colors are Chocolate Chip, Certainly Celery, and Ballet Blue. I stamped the circles randomly

leaving the upper half of the white blank. I placed a strip of the chocolate chip

middle-ish, leaving room for the verse at the top.

This is one of my favorite cards we made last night!

I used a retired background stamp called FILLIGREE and a verse from ALL HOLIDAYS. Cardstock is Close to Cocoa and Blush Blossom. I sponged around the edges of all pieces and then layer together.

It really looks vintage! Super Simple!

Holiday Hooplah Stamp-a-Stack

2009-10-26T11:12:00.001-07:00

What a GREAT TIME we had this past weekend! The cards were delightful, but better yet, the company and conversations!!! I had 8 gals attend. We had a sandwich bar for lunch, complete with chips and potato salad. Dessert was a "Mock Eclair Pie" and of course we couldn't have a Stamp-a-Stack without Mojitos! It was a great day and everyone who attended left with personalized hand stamped goodies! Here are the 5 cards we made. If you need supplies or instructions, let me know and I can help! Thanks for looking! Candas

More to come!

2009-10-22T21:38:00.000-07:00

Hi Stampers!
I'm getting ready for a local Stamp-a-Stack. I'll post pics once I get all the cards worked up!
Thanks for looking~ Candas

2009-10-21T18:18:00.001-07:00

Some randomness to end the day

2009-10-21T17:16:00.003-07:00

Just my last post for the day. Family is hovering like a helicopter in stealth mode (I know you're standing there reading this over my shoulder)but I wanted to finish up with a few more cards for today. Christmas in July are the 2 Christmas Cards, another fall card we made at a Saturday class and a couple of cards from my "Black, White and Red all over" Class. Enjoy and thanks for looking! Candas

Big Shot Card Class

2009-10-21T15:28:00.003-07:00

I LOVE my BIG SHOT! I had so much fun creating with this versatile amazing die cutting machine! Thanks for looking! Candas

Fallin' for Fall!

2009-10-21T14:56:00.008-07:00

Fall is such a great time of year! I love the crispness in the air, the crunch of the leaves under your feet and especially the warm colors!
Thanks for looking! Candas

Frankie and Francine and Halloween!

2009-10-21T14:42:00.004-07:00

Halloween is such a FUN Holiday! The cute cards and gift packaging just gets me all jazzed for the upcoming holidays! Frankie and Francine are made using the Top Note die as well as an assortment of punches. Thanks for looking! Candas

Phoenix Stamp-a-Stack

2009-10-21T14:35:00.004-07:00

I LOVE going to Phoenix... IN THE FALL!!!! It was a beautiful day for a drive and my mom went with me to keep me company! The ladies that I stamp with in the valley are super! They amaze me with their wit and humor! I had such a fun afternoon. Not to the delicious goodies that we snacked on for most of the afternoon! The stamp-a-stack was a Christmas themed one with a couple of Birthday and Thinking of you cards to keep our supply stocked. Thanks for looking! Candas

Cards for the little Ghouls

2009-10-21T14:17:00.003-07:00

Last nights card class! We had such a fun time!
I love the Dracula Card... he gets much of his character from the shading. The Candy Corn card was super simple using just a black stamp pad and candy corn themed paper. The pumpkin card was a snap using Staz-on ink, watercolor crayons, and aquapainters. That combination can make anyone look like a watercolor PRO! The witch hat card was jazzed up using the Bride Designer Series Paper, sponge daubers and Elegant Eggplant and Old Olive Ink. I love the glittery hat band! Thanks for looking! Candas

Last of the evening!

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More, More, More!

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Just can't get enough!

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Just can't get enough!

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NEW PICS!

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An the hits keep coming!

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E-mail me for supplies and directions.

NEW PICS!

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And here's FRANKIE!

More Card Pics! Pt 2!

2009-10-20T16:09:00.004-07:00

More cards just in time for Christmas as well as other cards from previous classes.

More Card Pics!

2009-10-20T15:43:00.001-07:00

Here are some more, just in time for Christmas!

NEW PICS!

2009-10-20T14:19:00.002-07:00

Here are a 'few' of the cards that I've been DYING to share! The ones with photo's are a few of the 'scrap-a-cards' that we have made in classes.

Where's that darn card reader???

2009-10-01T14:31:00.002-07:00

OK, so some of you are anxiously awaiting new pics of a recent (and not so recent) card class. Well, my card reader has 'disappeared' (again) *sigh*. This time I suspect the teenager took it to school (without permission) and has yet to return it! (Although 'nobody' has seen it and 'not me' took it) I am so disgruntled! I came home Tuesday and took pics RIGHT AWAY to upload and alas no reader... so off to locate antoher one. Hang in there... see, this is what I get for waiting! (and getting behind etc.) I'll also have cards from this Saturday's class as well to upload so there is something to look forward to!
Take care and I did get it together, just forgot where I put it!
Candas

Madsen Bicycles

2009-09-09T21:03:00.001-07:00

Love the look of these beauties! Want to WIN ONE even more!
Candas

Refreshed, Rejuvenated, Revived!

2009-08-15T22:53:00.003-07:00

Back from Convention 2009 Inspire, Create, Share with my MOJO working again! Still plan on geetting photos taken of the past card classes but then life just seems to get in m the way. It's my goal for this coming week. Tuesday we have card class at Granville. Contact me to get directions and location. Stay tuned for further details!
Candas

Pictures of Move it Card Class

2009-06-01T14:12:00.006-07:00

Here are the other 2 cards we made at the "Cards with Movement Class". The green galore is a pop-up card and the real red/night of navy is a card that was showed at Stampin' Up!(r) Convention last year on the mainstage. Credit to whomever created this FANTASTIC SURPRISE inside! The group loved them!

Goody Goody Gum Drops~

2009-06-01T01:12:00.005-07:00

I just LOVE JUNE! Stampin' Up!'s last chance list (aka retired list) is officially out! Go to my website to check it out and get your MUST HAVE SETS! ( http://candafreeman.stampinup.net ) In addition to classes featuring some of our favorite retiring sets, it's our Anniversary on the 27th. 11 years! Doesn't seem that long! I was looking through some pictures and we look so YOUNG! I guess that's waht having kids will do for you... He's got the grey and I've got the wrinkles (is that what happens as you approach 40?)
Keep checking back to see the new cards for this weeks class! TTFN! Candas

I like to MOVE IT, MOVE IT! Cards that MOVE!

2009-05-27T15:29:00.003-07:00

Here's a teaser for the Thursday class! Some people call it either a penny card, or a spinner card. You move the card horizontally up and down and the flower spins back and forth on the track! We're using Stampin' Up!'s Big Flowers stamp set, Only Orange, Pixie Pink and Certainly Celery Cardstock, and a SUPER Cute ribbon accent!This is JUST the beginning, so be sure to come to class. Contact me to register, cost is $3.
See you soon!

Circle Card Class 5-21-09

2009-05-21T15:29:00.002-07:00

Card Classes and Chocolate!

2009-05-21T14:40:00.002-07:00

Card class tonight and I am SO EXCITED! The class is focused on circles and the new SU Circle Scissor Plus. I C.A.S.E.D. a super CUTE spotlight card from the Stampin' Up! demonstrator website (thanks Desiree Spenst) and then that got the ball rolling. (pun intended LOL!) Here are the cards I came up with. ENJOY!