Barenaked Ladies @ Taste of Chicago

Just got back from an awesome concert! Barenaked Ladies played the Taste tonight. Few cocktails, some great food and BNL music and I am feeling good lol (sorry Jess!) :)

The band signing autographs after the show

Chicago 2016 Olympic Candidate


Chitown
Buckingham Fountain

Aqua Building across the street from my place

Dormant List

The Dormant List contains stamp sets that, while they have not been retired, are not listed in the current catalog. These sets are available for purchase during the listed timeframe and may or may not be listed again in future catalogs.

Stamps

Item #	Stamp Set	Last Publication this Set Appeared in	Page #
113407	Backwoods	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	102
114492	Beautiful Baby	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
114486	Birthday Wish	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
113200	Branch Out	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	100
114496	Celebrations	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
113732	Central Park	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	106
113206	Classic Sketches	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	119
113226	Classy & Fabulous	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	51
113750	Easter Beauty	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	29
114024	Bella Pascua	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	29
114498	Flowers in Silhouette	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
113405	Font of You	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	46
113216	For the Bride	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	61
114028	Para la novia	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	61
114494	Forever	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
109425	Friend by Definition	2008 Fall-Winter Idea Book & Catalog	135
114488	Fun Flowers	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
113716	Garden Greetings	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	55
114490	Glad Friends	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	208
111580	Grand Soiree	2008 Fall-Winter Idea Book & Catalog	126
113242	Hit the Road	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	103
113710	Lexicon of Leaves	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	101
113236	Man's Best Friend	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	72
114423	Ocean Commotion	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	97
113728	Playful Petals	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	99
109276	Polka Dot	2008 Fall-Winter Idea Book & Catalog	135
111544	Putt Putt	2008 Fall-Winter Idea Book & Catalog	81
113240	Quilt Quips	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	53
113754	Really Retro	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	132
113403	Sip by Sip	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	51
113726	Sweet Stems	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	99
113250	That's Funny	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	63
113688	Wonderful Watercolors	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	85
114032	Acuarelas Maravillosas	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	85

Wheels

Item #	Wheel	Last Publication this Wheel Appeared in	Page #
113836	Fashion Forward	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	51
111259	Pinch Me	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	28
107559	Spot On	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	120
107560	Watercolor Vine	2009 Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog	84

Lovely Flowers

Paper: Lovely Flowers DSP Bundle (Hostess Level 3), Melon Mambo, Old Olive
Accessories: Old Olive 5/8 Grosgrain Ribbon, Black Brads, Lovely Flowers Bundle Rub Ons (Hostess Level 3)




cased from Sandi

Stampin' Up! Reminders

A lot is happening this week with Stampin' Up products, including the launch of the NEW catalog on Wednesday, July 1.

• June 30 is the last day of the Summer Fun Hostess Bonus (works for on-line orders, too).
• June 30: Last Chance Stamps and Accessories Sale ends.

Razzle Dazzle

stamps: razzle dazzle, teeny tiny wishes
paper: rose red, pretty in pink, whisper white, old olive
ink: melon mambo, crushed curry, bermuda bay, old olive
accessories: eyelet border punch, old olive grosgrain ribbon



cased from Ilina

Flip Flops

Stamps: Just Beachy, All Holidays
Paper: Washington Apple, DSP Pumpkin Pie
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Red Riding Hood, Bashful Blue, Basic Black
Accessories: Pumpkin Pie Grosgrain Ribbon, Rhinestones



cased from Michelle

Just Beachy

Stamps: Just Beachy, Circle Circus
Paper: Basic Black, Bermuda Bay, Whisper White:
Ink: Basic Black, SU Markers
Accessories: Circles Die, Big Shot, Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon

cased from Kerin

The NEW Stampin' Up! Catalogs are HERE!

It will be released on July 1st, 2009 and will be in effect for ONE YEAR.

Circle Circus

Stamps: Circle Circus
Paper: Melon Mambo, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip (Textured)
Ink: More Mustard, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Melon Mambo
Accessories: l inch Circle Punch, Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon

New Designer Series Paper & Ribbon Collection

There are a number of new papers in the upcoming catalog and I want you to be the first to have them. I am offering my paper share again and you will receive 6x6 pieces of the papers in a clear box.

All of the NEW designer papers in the catalog PLUS the six new In Colors in the Patterns collection for a total of 141 6x6 pieces and 3 "little goodies".

Last Paper Share had only 84 sheets of paper for $30 so just wanted you to know that you are getting another 57 sheets for $10!

There is a new paper pack called the Write Stuff Specialty Designer Paper Pack that includes 3 die-cut sheets. With your share, you will receive a miscellaneous assortment from those sheets.

The cost for the Designer Series Paper Share is $40 plus $5 shipping (for those out of state).

NEW RIBBON COLLECTION

Order this New Ribbon Collection and you'll get 1 yard of the new ribbon featured in the brand new Idea Book & Catalog for only $19 with FREE shipping (excludes the Polka Dot Grosgrain...see New Ribbon Collection Option 2 and 3 below (New Polka Dotted Ribbon Share).

NEW RIBBON COLLECTION Option 1

The New Ribbon Collection Option 1 will include one full yard of each ribbon listed below (15 yards total for only $19:

Orchard Ribbon Originals (3 colors = 3 yards)

Masterpiece Ribbon Originals (3 colors = 3 yards)

Elementary Ribbon Originals (3 colors = 3 yards)

1” Real Red Double Stitched Ribbon

Pumpkin Pie 1 ¼ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Chocolate Chip 1 ¼ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Old Olive 1 ¼ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Basic Black 1 ¼ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Real Red 3/4” Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon

OR

NEW RIBBON COLLECTION Option 2



Includes the New Ribbon Collection listed in Option 1 PLUS one yard each of all six NEW In Color Polka Dot Ribbon for $24.

OR


NEW RIBBON COLLECTION Option 3



Includes one yard each of all six NEW In Color Polka Dot Ribbon for $15.


HOW TO ORDER: Email me at stampingonthelakefront@gmail.com. Please include your name, shipping address, and which shares/# of shares you wish to order. I accept Paypal and personal check though snail mail.

I need eight people per share and I am planning to take some spots too. I will offer the share as long as you continue to buy them. Our new catalogs will be here Thursday...WOO HOO!!!

Let me know if you are interested ASAP thanks!!

Easy Squeezy Cranberry Lime Cooler

Easy Squeezy Cranberry Lime Cooler

1-1/3 cups light cranberry juice cocktail, chilled
4(12 oz) cans Fresca
4 lime wedges

Combine cranberry juice cocktail and Fresca in a pitcher. Pour into 4 tall glasses filled with crushed ice, and squeeze a lime wedge over each glass. 4 servings. For individual serving, fill glass half full of crushed ice. Fill 3/4 full with Fresca then top off with cranberry juice cocktail. Squeeze lime wedge on top. This is Michelle’s favorite drink....along with a good margarita.

Note: I saw this recipe on MishMash blog :)

IN COLOR COMBO COMPARISON

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Happy Father's Day 3

Stamps: Just Beachy
Paper: Very Vanilla, Kraft, Baja Breeze, Manchester DSP
Ink: Always Artichoke, Sahara Sand
Accessories: Vintage Brads, Googly Eye





cased from Splitcoast Stamper Mandy

Movie in The Park at Lakeshore East Summer Series

Thursday, June 25th - Casablanca

Thursday, July 30th - Ferris Buellers Day Off

Thursday, August 27th - SHREK

Movie starts at twilight (estimated 8:30pm)
Complimentary! Bring down refreshments, blankets, and chairs!
Invite friends and co-workers!

Happy Father's Day 2

Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Chocolate Chip

paper: Chocolate Chip, Close to Cocoa, Very Vanilla, Manchester DSP
Accessories: 5/16 neutral brads in Chocolate



Note: Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set and it will be available July 1st.

cased from Jill

Happy Father's Day

Stamps: All Holidays
Paper: Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla, So Saffron, Sweet Slumber DSP
Ink: Baja Breeze
Accessories: Scallop Circle Punch, Riding Hood Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Jumbo Grommet, Rope Twine (from the Holiday Mini catalog), Small Oval Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch

cased from Rose

Masculine Birthday Cards

Stamps: Garden Greetings

Paper: Jersey Shore DSP, Brilliant Blue, Whisper White
Ink: Pumpkin Pie
Accessories: Buttons

Free Root Beer Friday

Friday, June 19, is the 90th anniversary of A&W and they're celebrating by giving out small root beer floats from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

To find an A&W near you, use their store locator.