National Scrapbook Promo Announced Early!

Attention Scrapbookers!  Due to some computer issues, Stampin' Up! has released our National Scrapbook Promotion a few days early!  You will get 30% off a wide selection of scrapbooking products including

• select stamp sets
• select professional print products for My Digital Studio
• special digital download bundles for My Digital Studio

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

• print products and downloads can only be purchase on my website -CLICK HERE
• digital download bundles consist of existing downloadsthat have been bundled and discounted especially for this promotion.
• special runs today- May 31st.

to view the flyer- CLICK HERE

to see the discounted printing guide-  CLICK HERE

Finally!

STAMPIN' SCRUB AVAILABLE!

We have replenished our supplies of Stampin' Scrub (item # 102642) and Stampin' Scrub Refill Pads (item # 101230) and are happy to announce these products are now available for regular orders.

As a result of the material issues, our suppliers was unable to provide the same scrubbing pad material.  While you may notice a slight difference in the material, the functionality and high- quality standards remain the same.  After in-house testing, we approved the materials change because we found it to be an excellent alternative. 

As you know, Stampin' Scrub was temporarily unavailable as part of the Starter Ki9t.  Effective today at noon, it will return as a Starter Kit item.  Again, we thank you for your patience throughout this process.

Mini Stamp a Stack

Wouldn't you love to have one of a kind, hand stamped cards- on hand all the time....all you have to do is sign 'em and send 'em!  Then mini stamp a stack is just what you need!  Once a month- you come to my studio and create 3 different cards, you make 2 of each card.  This class used to be a "scratch" class...where you had to cut your own cardstock.  I've changed that and it is now a make n take class.  The cost is $15.00 for 6 cards and envelopes are included.    Check out my calendar of events to see when the next one is and make sure to put it on your calendar! 

Here is what we made last week:

cardstock:  old olive, cherry cobbler, whisper white
stamp set:  Four Frames (April special), Fundamental Phrases
ink:  cherry cobbler, marina mist
accessories:  lattice folder for mr. big, cherry cobbler seam binding, decorative label punch, pearls, Paisley Prints designer paper (April special)

cardstock:  whisper white, melon mambo, tempting turquoise, daffodil delight, wild wasabi
stamp set: Curly Cute 
ink:  tempting turquoise
accessories:  1/2 inch hole punch, blossom bouquet triple punch (Summer mini)

cardstock:  early espresso, pink pirouette, very vanilla
stamp set:  Elizabeth, All Holidays
ink:  early espresso, pink pirouette
accessories:  rhinestones, 1/8 taffeta espresso ribbon, vintage wallpaper folder for mr. big and scallop trim border punch

May is National Scrapbook Month

And we'll have some fun specials coming up.  I happen to know that discounted printing is one and I am furiously working on finishing my 2010 album.  I did it totally digital.  I've said it over and over...but I love My Digital Studio.....and my laptop.  I can sit with the fam at night and watch some mindless entertainment while scrapping away.

I wasn't sure how I would feel when this was first announced.  As a "paper crafter" I love the textures, colors and feel of paper, stamps and ribbon.  I wasn't sure I would enjoy "digi scrappin."  But, I'm here to tell you....I'm a convert!!!!   The biggest reason is because I have years of pictures sitting in a file in my computer and no one sees them.  I don't have time to get out all my "stuff" and work on traditional pages.  I scrapbook- oh, maybe once or twice a year.  My children have seen very few pictures of themselves when they were babies....because they are stuffed in a box waiting to be scrap booked.

So, I decided to do 2010 completely digital.....see how I liked it and perhaps move forward with it.  I will have to go backwards traditionally since all those pictures are not in my computer.   

Now, one thing I was totally NOT expecting was that my kids would start using my software.  They both fight over who gets to make pages.  I'm not sure if they'll ever be printed....but let me tell you how much I LOVE seeing what they journal.  I get a tear in my eye when I read about our beach vacation from their point of view.

So, I still LOVE me some paper, cardstock and accessories....but I feel that I get that outlet through my card making.  Now, MDS can help you design and create cards too...and I've done a couple, but I do prefer traditional when it comes to cards. 

I am almost finished with 2010 and will be printing my pages in May.  Make sure to check them out when you come stamp and see what you think.   I have never been this far ahead before and it makes me pretty darn happy!

Grab Bag Update

If you recently purchased our "grab bags," you may have bits and pieces from "kits" we've had in the past.  Check out PATTY BENNET'S BLOG for a list of kits they may have come from.  Many of you asked where you could find examples of these kits.....and she's got them! 

Enjoy!

April Stamp Club

I wanted to post stamp club projects a little early in case you are in need of a quick Easter idea. 

cardstock:  poppy parade, whisper white
ink:  poppy parade, pear pizazz markers
stamp set:  Four Frames (April special), All Holidays
accessories:  elegant lines embossing folder, decorative label punch, poppy parade ribbon

I love these little 3x3 note cards.  They are perfect for a gift or on an Easter basket!
cardstock:  whisper white, pretty in pink
ink:  stazon black
stamp set:  A Flower for all Seasons
accessories:  markers, scallop corner punch, popdots, 2 way glue pen and dazzling diamonds glitter, Springtime Vintage designer paper.

A quick and easy Easter basket.....I know for a fact that 3 Cadbury Creme Eggs in fit here.....where are they you ask?  Why, they would be residing on my hips right now!
cardstock:  very vanilla, regal rose
ink:  basic black
stamp set:  A Good Egg
accessories:  Springtime Vintage dsp, large oval, scallop oval, 1/16th hole punch, brads

For a full tutorial on how to make this cutie-  CLICK HERE


Now, that is a down and dirty version....you can certainly BAM it up a bit.  Here is mine:

For a tutorial on this basket- you can go to Sarah's Inkspot by clicking HERE

Stamp Out Breast Cancer

Together we can help Stamp Out Breast Cancer!

The Summer Mini will be arriving soon and we are offering the Strength and Hope Stamp Set.  Proceeds from the sale of this set will be donated to

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Let's get together and stamp out this disease that affects so many of us!

WHEN:  Wednesday, May 25th

WHERE:  my stampin' studio

TIME: 6pm-8pm

CLASS FEE:  $20.00

RSVP:  May 1st

Class fee includes:

Strength and Hope set in your choice of wood or clear

6 make n take projects (3 for you and 3 to be donated to Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance)

light refreshments

TO RSVP:  email me and don't forget to include your choice of wood or clear mount

Strength and Hope Swap in the House!

There are some other local demos in our area and I love to get together with them.  The problem is that we are all busy people and it's hard finding a time that suits all of us.  One of them suggested doing a swap using the Strength and Hope set and I jumped on the chance.   I got mine the other day and they are AWESOME!  I couldn't wait to share them with you all!   It was such a hit, that we are going to do it again for the Summer Mini!   This set is going to be available in the Summer Mini and it's a special set since some of the proceeds are going to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.   So, I had to buy it immediately.  Doesn't hurt that the butterfly is gorgeous!   I am holding a STAMP OUT BREAST CANCER Event on May 25th.  Look for details tomorrow.    You won't want to miss it....the class fee includes your very own Strength and Hope set!

Carole Warrenfeltz

Karen Foltz- MDS only

Mandy Christman

Colleen Middour

Princess Jill

Debi Calandrelli

Heather Forberger

Yours Truly



Amy Hoffman



Carol Barr

Carol Henry

Carry Over Items

Last call, folks!  The Occasions Mini will soon be gone and if you were lucky....I bet a brand spankin' new Summer Mini showed up In your mailbox today!

Each time we "loose" a mini catalog....Stampin' Up! puts out a carryover list.  Some items just won't go away- like punches and Mr. Big items. 

To see the items that will stick with us for awhile CLICK HERE

I am thrilled that we'll keep our lovely seam binding, our tulip embossing folder and of course...the beloved cupcake punch.  Now, they won't tell us what stamp sets will carry over, we have to wait until the new catalog comes out.

Have I mentioned that I CAN NOT WAIT TO SEE IT???????

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!

Every year, during Sale a Bration, I do a 50/50 board.  When a customer orders $50.00, their name is placed on the board in one of 50 blocks.  Once all 50 blocks are filled, I make my kids cut up the blocks and draw a winner.  This year, Taryn was in charge and she drew Linda Hess.  Congratulations, Linda....you won a $50.00 Stampin Up gift certificate!!! 

Embossed Ribbon

In my vast Internet search, I came across this interesting fact.  You can dry emboss ribbon.  Cool.  I tried it and it works.

See?

cardstock:  river rock, not quite navy, whisper white
ink: not quite navy
stamp sets:  punch potpourri (hostess), four frames (april special), all holidays
accessories:  paisley prints designer series paper, boho blossoms punch, designer label punch, brads, pearls, white satin ribbon and framed tulip embossing

Attach your ribbon to a strip of cardstock the same width as the ribbon or just a bit larger.  Use sticky strip or mono to attach.  Then run the ribbon/cardstock through Mr. Big with which ever embossing folder you choose.  I used the Framed Tulip....which is a little tricky.  Under the Frame is the corner of the folder.  So, technically, I ran it thru twice to go the whole length of the ribbon.

Enjoy!

May is National Scrapbooking Month

And it will be here before we know it.  I have been religiously digi scrappin in the evenings and I really do enjoy it.  I am half way through 2010 and found out that we will be offering some specials to celebrate National Scrapbook Month and one of them is discounted printing!  Woo!!

Promotion Dates: May 1-31, 2011
Promotion Details:
Give scrapbooking a try with our National Scrapbooking Month promotion! You will get 30 percent off a wide selection of scrapbooking products including

• Select stamp sets
• Select professional print products for My Digital Studio
• Special digital download bundles for My Digital Studio

Things to Remember:

• Digital download bundles consist of existing downloads that have been bundled and discounted especially for this promotion.
• Digital download bundles are intended to be used to create a themed photobook during National Scrapbooking Month.

Goodbye Sale a Bration....

can't wait to see what you bring us in 2012!

I threw this little guy in....he's made just using punches!

Sunday Morning = New Tattoo

That's right, Stampers.....it's been a fairly quiet morning here on the farm so seems like a great day to get a new tattoo.  Now, I should inject here that, "tattoo" is what my daughter calls our line of Decor Elements.   I got the Just Believe "tattoo" for free and decided it was as good a time as any to put it up.  I took pictures as I went.  I've done them before, but this was my first one that required piecing seams together.  It wasn't hard, but I do have an idea to make it go a little better next time.  I can see the seams and I bet you can too, if you get on your hands and knees with your magnifying glass. 

Here we go:

All in all, I really like it.  I have one small mess up, but it's hard to see.   I just love our line of Decor Elements and I can't wait to see what new ones will be coming out in July.   Here are some more of the ones you can find in my stamp studio:

This was a "freebie" during Sale a Bration.  It's a chalkboard!  I love it!!

Spring IS Coming!

It may not look much like spring outside, but we're going to use our new Stampin' Up! specials to get everyone excited for sunny skies and warm breezes!

Today, YOU can grab a bag of Stampin' Up! goodies in my online store!  These grab bags come in 3 different sizes;  $5.00, $10.00 and $15.00 grab bags.  Each bag contains a variety of discontinued products that could include a combination of any of the following:  ribbons, accents/elements, chipboard, designer papers and Simply Sent components.  Grab bags do NOT contain stamps or tools.

Here is dealio:

• orders can be placed ONLINE only via my website (you can click in the middle column to be taken to my site)
• there is no minimum purchase required
• there is no limit to the number of grab bags you may order
• grab bag sales are final and only available while supplies last
• use the following numbers when ordering grab bags

125873  $5.00 Grab Bag (at least $20.00 worth of product)
125874  $10.00 Grab Bag (at least $40.00 worth of product)
125875  $15.00 Grab Bag (at least $60.00 worth of product)


Of course, as luck would have it, we are starting our Spring is Blossoming Special today as well.  So, be sure to check it out, because you are able to purchase this Sneak Peek stamp set and/or beautiful new Designer Series paper while you are snatching up those grab bags.   Of course, you may also purchase any items from our Idea Book and Catalog as well as any digital downloads for your MDS....it's all fair game!

Now, I'm having a terrible time getting this flyer to download, so I'll just link it up CLICK HERE

I also have it linked on the far right column under April Special.   Basically, as a customer, when you purchase $20.00 of ANY Stampin' Up! products, you may purchase the Four Frames and/or Paisley Prints designer paper.  So, stamp clubbers, you're in luck!

 If you are a hostess during April, and your workshop reaches $350, you earn both of these items for FREE in addition to all the "normal" hostess benefits....so....yeah!   

 I love this paper so much and have been posting pictures over the last few weeks.   And I do love a stamp set that works with our punches!!!