• Hi Stampers,

     

    At the beginning of November I had my annual Christmas Card stamp a stack. If you follow me on Facebook you've already seen the pictures from that fun day!!

     

    Today I'm going to share with you one of my favorite cards from the class.

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    I am so in love with the Night in Bethlehem stamp set. It's a beautiful stamp set that lets you create simple stunning cards. When you add in the coordinating die set you get even more fun options!.

    For this card we kept it simple. Stamping on card stock, add in a little Merry Music Designer Series Paper and brush the star with Wink of Stella and you've got a Christmas Card you can stamp a whole stack of pretty quickly!!

    This weekend I'm working on creating more of these cards for my Christmas Card list. I've got a goal this year to actually get my cards in the mail the week after Thanksgiving!! Wish me luck 🙂

    I'm also making a little time this weekend for some reading – I just picked up a new book. One of my favorite series!! Does anyone else read Donna Andrews series A Meg Langslow Mystery. If you're a fan of Cozy Mysteries or Eccentric oddballs you'll LOVE this series. The first book is Murder with Peacocks. I have been very unpatiently waiting for the latest book, How the Finch Stole Christmas. The holiday books are always my favorite in this series!!

     

    So that's how I'll be filling my weekend – I would LOVE to hear what you're all up to!! Leave a comment and let me know, and if you have any book recommendations for me I would LOVE them. I'm always looking for something new to read.

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    The Stampin' Up! Convention just ended in Salt Lake City and it was filled with lots of news and fun for all. One of the big announcements was the release of an awesome, exclusive, Stampin' Up! designed stamp positioning tool called the Stamparatus. The product won't be released until next year, however, I wanted you to have the chance to be one of the first to receive this exciting new product by reserving your copy. 

    It’s big news when something breaks the mold and changes everything. The Stamparatus will change the way you stamp, and before long, you’ll wonder how you crafted without it! Why do YOU need one? You’ll fall in love with stamping all over again when you learn everything you can do with it!

    • Make multiples with ease
    • Consistently stamp crisp, clean images
    • If you want a darker impression, apply more ink and restamp—no need to start over Make fewer mistakes, saving time and money
    • Easily create 2-step, 3-step, and 4-step stamped images using reversible plates
    • Develop new and specialized stamping techniques with adjustable stamping plates and precision placement

    Let's get you on the list, How to Reserve Your Stamparatus Tutorial. The product will sell for $49.00 USD/$65.00 CAD. In order to reserve your Stamparatus, you are required to provide your credit card information. Credit cards will not be charged until the Stamparatus ships from our facility. When you close your order, be sure to verify that your credit card and shipping information is correct. 

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    RESERVE NOW for the November 16-30, 2017 reservation window with delivery on or around February 1, 2018.

    Reservation Windows Available to Ship
    November 16–30, 2017 Approx. February 1, 2018
    December 5–30, 2017 Approx. March 19, 2018
    January 15–30, 2018 Approx. April 15, 2018

    The next reservation window opens at on December 5.
    While supplies last.
    The November 16th window sold out – if you want a reminder on December 5th e-mail me.

     

    Reserve Now

  • Holiday Helper 2017

    It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays. Let's face it, the holidays seem to appear earlier every year. They also have the uncanny knack of showing up when we are at our busiest. We have holiday gatherings and parties. We have places to go with the kids. Presents that need to be bought. So many things that just have to be done.

    Wouldn't it be nice to have creative ideas delivered to your inbox? 6 days full of great holiday help. These ideas will cover gift giving, decorating, and card making. They will be packed full of inspiring ideas. Just when you need the inspiration and the ease of great projects, I'm available to you, ready to help you though the busiest time of the year.

    The holidays are a time of sparkle and wonder. Handmade gifts and decorating add to that in a way that is uniquely your own. Having inspiration for great projects that are simple and easy to do, can be a jumping-off point that will spark your creativity. Adding your own personal touches to decorations, cards, and gifts really show that you care enough to go that extra step.

    Sign up for the 6 Days of Holiday Helper. Set to be delivered to your inbox every morning starting November 20, 2017. Just add your name and your primary email address, check the Holiday Helper box, and click submit. I'm here to help you add that sparkle and glitter to your holidays!

     

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  • Announcing a new Stampin' Up! Host Promotion for September & October!  With a $300 order (before shipping/tax), you'll receive the exclusive Merry Patterns stamp set! 

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    Merry Patterns Promotion Details:

    • Dates: September 1–October 31
    • The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after October 31
    • Free with qualifying $300 order (before shipping and handling)
    • There is no limit to the number of times the Merry Patterns Stamp Set may be earned, but only one set can be redeemed per qualifying order
    • The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is in addition to Stampin’ Rewards!!!
    • PRINT: Merry Patterns Flyer

     

    Get inspired with these fabulous Merry Patterns samples from Stampin' Up!…

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    Check out this video to get tips for creating these samples:

     

    Shop Online Now or contact me to schedule a workshop.

  • Hi Stampers,

     

    Last month at our Monthly Stamp Camp we played around with the Lemon Zest Bundle.

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    Our first card was a quick and easy Lemon card. We stamped one lemon straight on the card and then punched out a second one to pop up. Add a few leaves, some washi tape and the sentiment and you're ready to go! I LOVE the sentiments in this stamp set! Look at the fun greetings you can create:

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    The next card we created featuring this stamp set was our Technique card. Featuring the Water Splatter Embossing Technique.

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    For this one we created two oranges stamping one straight onto the card stock then punching the other one out with a circle punch and cutting it in half.

     

    Our next stamp camp is coming up on September 2, 2017 – Want to join us? Find all the details here.

     

     

  • Hi Stampers,

    Lovely

    A Whole Lot of Lovely
    This gorgeous suite offers elegant greenery with touches of black and shimmery gold. You can opt for either simple or stepped-up projects—like the ones featured here—to meet your current crafting mood.
    • Thinking of You card: Stamp in coordinating colors for a beautiful result.
    • Sending Lots of Love card: Use the stamp set to make your own Designer Series Paper. Start with the larger images and then use the smaller ones to fill in the gaps.
    • Love You bag: Trim out elements from the Designer Series Paper and layer over a foil bag for a truly detailed work of art!

    See The Suite Now

     

    Recipe:

    Lots of Love Stamp Set; Pool Party, Tranquil Tide, and Whisper White Cardstock; Whole Lot of Lovely Designer Series Paper; Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad; Crushed Curry, Pool Party, Powder Pink, Soft Suede, and Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin’ Pads®; Powder Pink 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon; Linen Thread; Black Metallic Thread; Black and Gold Mini Sequin Trim; Pearl Basic Jewels; Striped Treat Bags; Stampin’ Dimensionals®; Big Shot™; Layered Leaves Dynamic Textured Impressions™ Embossing Folder; Large Numbers & Sweet and Sassy Framelits™ Dies

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    Has your wish list grown since the new catalog came out? Then treat yourself to Bonus Days: for every $50 US/$60 CAN you spend July 1–31 (before shipping and tax), you’ll get a $5 US/$6 CAN Bonus Days coupon that you can use August 1–31. There is no limit to how many coupons you can earn, so shop all month!

    Bonus Days: How to Earn in July

    Earning period: July 1–31, 2017

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    • Deadlines: Earning Ends July 31, 2017 at 11:50 pm mountain time.
    • There is no limit to the number of coupons you can receive per order or throughout the duration of the promotion.
    • An email address is required to participate; Bonus Days coupon codes can only be delivered via email.

    Shop now!

  • Hi Stampers!!

    I've got a MEGA one Day deal to share with you! Get You First Paper Pumpkin Kit for just $5.00 (SHIPPING INCLUDED!)

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    This amazing offer starts right NOW and ends Friday, June 30 at 11:59 PM (MT).

    That's just 24 hours, this deal will be over in a FLASH! Grab your first Paper Pumpkin kit for a crazy 75% off the regular price.

    All you have to do is click subscribe before this deal is gone!
    Visit PaperPumpkin.com and Enter Promo Code: ONEDAY0717

    Details:

    • This offer is open to first-time subscribers only. Discount applies to one kit for the first month of subscription.
    • After the first month, creativity keeps coming at $19.95 USD (shipping included) You can cancel any time you want.
    • Offer starts on Thursday, June 29 at 11:59 PM (MT) and ends Friday, June 30 at 11:59 PM (MT).
    • Available for month-to-month subscriptions, not prepaid subscriptions.

    Run, Don't Walk to sign up for this deal! Then Call your family. Text your friends. Shout it from the rooftops. Share this E-mail  on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram so no one feels left out.

  • Hi Stampers,

    Happy Memorial Day! I hope everyone enjoyed their long weekend and took a little time out to honor our Heroes!

    On Saturday I had my monthly stamp camp!! With just a few days left before the new Stampin' Up! catalog goes live of course we had to play with the new In Colors!! 🙂

     

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    This card was inspired by one I saw on Pinterest created by Valerie Moody. It was our technique for the month – Inlaid Die Cutting. This is an easy technique for creating cards with minimal layers, great for mailing. You still get the depth of layers without the bulk by simply die cutting into the whisper white card stock and then inserting your die cut images into those spaces!

    The colors featured on this card are Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, and Powder Pink. You're going to LOVE playing with the new In Colors – but sure to put this high on your wishlist for June Shopping!

    While you're waiting for the first to get here – don't forget you've got just a couple of days left to get the retiring items you want! Shop all the retiring products in my online store – click here.

  • Hi Stampers,

    image from www.inkrediblestamping.comThe 2017 Stampin' Up! catalog starts on June 1, 2017. I always use my May spring cleaning time to get all my craft supplies in order – organizing and making room for new items and of course new In Colors! 

    If you're not familiar with the way I organize my Sponge Daubers check out my original post here: Sponge Dauber boxes. I know many of you enjoy organizing your daubers in the boxes just like me so I wanted to be sure to share the updated charts with everyone! There are two options for the charts. My Free Chart is a Black and White version that includes only the colors that are current as well as the 2012-16 In Colors. The other option is a FULL color chart that you can print out for your box (and when you purchase this one from me, I'll edit it once to add or remove any colors you want!)

    Purchase the FULL COLOR Chart

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    Cost: $2.50
    (Includes 1 edit by me within 30 days of purchase – I'll add or remove any colors you want)

    Once you purchase you'll receive a link to download the chart that includes all the current colors as well as the recently retired Colors and In Colors. You can e-mail me to add or remove the colors of your choice.

     

    or Download the Black and White Chart Option

    Click on the thumbnail below.
    to print or save the file.

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    And if you're like me and you need nice pretty new daubers to fill your new dauber box be sure to pop over to my website and pick up a few packages!