Card of the Month

It's that time of the month again...turn the page on your calendar, because November is here.  This month and next, I will offer Christmas cards.  This is your chance to get a head start.  This card was one of mine at our last Norlo event and I just love it.  I think you will too.

On the first of each month, I will post a card that is available to you for the entire month, order as many times as you'd like.  The only thing your card won't have is the sentiment- that is customizable for your needs. 

You'll receive 8 full cards with envelopes. Cards will come to you "as is"....all cutting/layering/stamping/embossing/punching etc is done.  Cards are usually fully assembled- in some cases, you may need to add a bow or pop dot an embellishment.  If I am shipping, this cuts down on bulk. 


All cards will have the Angel Policy on the back to comply with Stampin' Up! rules. 

Here is the card of the month for November.   All orders will be processed via Paypal....order yours today!  Please make arrangements to pick up unless you choose to have your kit shipped. 

Card of the Month

Card of the Month $13.95Card of the Month w/Shipping $15.95

WOW Wednesday

This month, we had WOW with a twist.  We made cards to donate to Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance.


Thanks so April, Leslie, Muriel and the two Beckys, who stamped 30 cards for CVBCA!  I know they will be thrilled.


Remember- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month....so check those boobies!

10 Weeks of Christmas (and I am cheating)

This will get me caught up and I will post 9 weeks till Christmas over the weekend.  Should be perfect timing if we really do get the 5-9 inches of snow they are calling for!

Here are 10 samples to get your creative juices flowing if you are still in the planning stages for your holiday cards.  Actually, these are the samples from our last event at Norlo- our 10 for $25 event.  So, I am cheating a little to get myself back on track, play along with me!

stamp set:  snow much fun

cardstock:  not quite navy, pool party, glossy white

ink:  stazon black

accessories:  markers, sponge, modern label punch

Mandy Christman

stamp set: four the holidays, pines and poinsettias

cardstock:  old olive, cherry cobbler, very vanilla

ink:  old olive, cherry cobbler

accessories: top note die for mr. big, crochet trim ribbon, rhinestones

Mandy Christman

stamp set:  sounding joy (holiday mini)

cardstock:  night of navy, basic gray, whisper white

ink: versamark, night of navy

accessories:  pewter embossing powder, crumb cake taffeta ribbon

Heather Martin

cardstock:  pear pizazz, riding hood red, very vanilla

accessories:  1 inch square, 1 1/2 inch scallop square, holly berry bouquet designer paper, snowburst embossing folder, white satin ribbon

Heather Martin

stamp set:  snow swirled

cardstock:  not quite navy, crumb cake, very vanilla

ink:  not quite navy

accessories:  not quite navy taffeta ribbon, pop dots, scallop oval punch, sponge, rhinestones

Becky Leidig

stamp set:  merry and type

cardstock:  old olive, whisper white, cherry cobbler

ink: old olive, cherry cobbler

accessories:  lace ribbon border punch, olive taffeta ribbon, designer label punch, sponge

Becky Leidig

stamp set:  snow swirled, dasher

cardstock:  whisper white, cherry cobbler, marina mist

ink:  marina mist, cherry cobbler

accessories:  snowburst embossing folder for mr. big, top note die, mini jingle bells, glue dots, very vanilla velvet ribbon (holiday mini)

Heather Forberger

stamp set:  short and sweet, serene snowflakes

cardstock:  whisper white, concord crush, wisteria wonder

ink:  concord crush, wisteria wonder

accessories:  mica flakes, dazzling details, designer label folder for mr. big

Heather Forberger

stamp set:  welcome christmas

cardstock:  crumb cake, basic black

ink:  black craft ink

accessories:  oval die for mr big, black satin ribbon, antique brads, sponge, mocha morning designer paper

Jody Brechbill

stamp set:  four the holidays

cardstock:  bashful blue, whisper white, silver glimmer paper

ink: bashful blue

accessories:  snowburst embossing folder, northern frost

Jody Brechbill



Digital Scrapbooking Day

Celebrate Digital Scrapbooking Day with us!  Head on over to www.MyDigitalStudio.net anytime between November 4 and 7th, take a short survey and get some super cool digital downloads and project ideas for FREE!

You do NOT have to have Stampin' Up's software to take advantage.....if you have other scrapbook/photo editing software, it should work.  If you have pc or mac....it will work.  If you are new to digital scrapping, you really should check it out.

I am here to tell you, I am a digi convert.  I love being able to finish an entire year of pages in a few hours.  I love that my kids can do it too and I love that it's all saved on my external hardrive in case anything <gast> bad should ever happen, I can just reprint my pages....no added work for me and my pictures are all saved.

Enjoy Digital Scrapbooking Day and get together with some friends and work on your albums!  Digi Day is actualy November 5th, but we're gonna make it last a little bit longer!

Terrific Tool Tuesday

Today's totally terrific tool is Monoadhesive (SNAIL as SU calls it).    I don't use anything else.  I love it.  That is all.

SNAIL Adhesive    104332        $6.95

SNAIL (Simple, Neat, Affordable, In Line) provides a controlled amount of adhesive to your project so your hands and work area never get sticky. A small amount creates a strong bond, so your cartridge lasts a long time.  We also have refills that slip right into the cartridge, so you'll never find yourself without SNAIL.  You'll love this adhesive!

• 472" of double sided adhesive
• great for cards, scrapbooks or other projects
• keeps fingers and art pieces free from messy glue
• refill cartridges sold seperately
• permanent, creates a strong bond

11 weeks of Christmas and I'm still behind!

I know....it's really 10 weeks till Christmas, but we are still catching up.  So here is week 11....hang in there with me!


Stampin' Up! came out with silicone cookie stamps this year.  I don't cook or bake, so I didn't buy them.  BUT....I saw the stampers and they are HUGE!  AND....I had some of the stamped cookies, made with SU's own recipe and HOLY MACARONI....are they ever good!


So, if you're looking for a great gift of the handmade variety- check out our Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps!

For more information:  CLICK HERE!

Mystery Monday

A few weeks ago, I held my first Mystery Monday, here in my stampin' room.  I have some many fun, cool, neat ideas and I just feel like sharing it with EVERYONE!!!  So, since I do have this glorious stamp room, I try and have as many classes as I can here.  Works for me, works for my kids, works for my husband!

Mystery Monday was born- the first Monday of each month at 6pm.....wanna know what you'll be making?  Well, I can't tell you....wouldn't be a mystery then would it?

I plan on having a theme each month:  and the first one was BIRTHDAY BASH!  We made 3 birthday cards.  Here is whatcha missed:

Wanna know what Mystery Monday will be in November?  You'll have to come and find out!

WOW Wednesday in October

Hey there stampers- WOW Wednesday is coming up on October 26th at my house at 6pm.  For the past few years, I have been holding a card making night to help Stamp Out Breast Cancer.  My mother is a survivor and I have some stampin' friends who have or are fighting the battle as well!   So, for WOW Wednesday this month- we are going to hold with tradtion and get together and make some cards to donate to Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance.

We'll meet here at 6pm and I'll have 3 cards- Sharon B (who is the head of CVBCA) says she can use thank you cards, so we'll help her out.   The cost of the event is $5.00 and you'll each make 1 sample for you personally, then we'll just finish stamping the rest (I usually ahve 10 of each card) and those will go to CVBCA.  Let's Stamp Out Breast Cancer together!!!!

If you are planning on coming- please let me know, so I can be prepared.  In case you don't know about Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance, check out their facebook page HERE. 

12 weeks of christmas and I'm late!

oh dear.  I just realized there are LESS than 12 weeks until Christmas and I am late getting started!  Each year, I post a project during the 12 weeks until Christmas...hoping to give you some ideas, get the creativity flowing and, well...dangit..cuz I like ya.

Here is week 12 (I am going to double up sometime to get us back on track) But, we'll start with this one:

This is an adorable little box that was part of a recruiting promotion in July.  I earned one and made it a few weeks ago. 

Stampin' Up! has an ad in next month's Woman's Day magazine and to encourage folks to start crafting again, they are offering the box to EVERYONE!  The cost is $19.95 and comes with almost everything you need to make it.  All papers are precut and full instructions are included.  The only items it won't include is:
pines/pointsettias stamp set
stampin' write markers
adhesive
glue gun
paper cutter/paper snips
corner punch

Everything else is in the kit......This box is an ideal gift and is fairly easy to make.  Contact me today if you wish to order!

Merry Christmas!

WOW Wednesday (September)

I capital L-ove Wow Wednesday.  It's a fun night to really do some cool stuff....I am sure my customers were blessing me when they see how much cutting I had for them last month!


Here is what you missed:

This is the Fairy Dust technique- it doesn't show so well in the picture, but the white cardstock is covered in glitter!!!  I also used this card for my Fancy Fold Swap I was in, so you'll see it again with instructions.


To do Fairy Dust- simply cover the entire stamped image with versamark ink, then apply Irredescent Ice embossing powder and heat set.  You'll LOVE the result!

stamp set:  haunted forest in the holiday mini
cardstock:  basic gray, whisper white, tangerine tango, basic black
accessories: spiderweb folder for mr. big

I love this card, but I know the cutting was alot!  So much easier with the Paper Snips!

stamp set:  days of gratitude, curly cute

cardstock:  pool party, very vanilla, more mustard

ink:  more mustard, pool party, crumb cake, early espresso

accessories- 2 1/2 circle punch, mini clips, pop dots, scallop border punch, spice cake designer paper from holiday mini



 

This the faux mother of pearl technique.  It was made my Carol Barr for our technique swap, but I'm putting it here since I stole it for WOW.

Punched 2 1/2 inch circle from glossy cardstock.  Crinkled a piece of saranwrap and dipped it in Champagne Shimmer paint....dabbed it on the glossy paper and let it dry.  Then sponged ink over the dry cardstock and buffed with a tissue to remove ink from the shimmer paint.  Then stamped.

stamp set:  gently falling from the holiday mini, grateful greetings

cardstock, chocolate chip, pear pizzazz, glossy

ink: stazon black

accessories:  2 1/2 in circle punch, scallop dotted ribbon, spice cake dsp from holiday mini

Ribbon Share 2011

Finally!  What you've all been waiting for...I've been hinting around at this for some time and I'm finally announcing it!


I am starting a ribbon share November 2011- February 2012.  I just LOVE ribbon....probably more than I should and I know some of you do too!  Wouldn't you love to have tons of our newest ribbons AND stay on budget?  Read on to find out how:

Ribbon Share

November 2011- February 2012

If you know me, you know I LOVE ribbon.  I use it on just about every card I make.  It’s so convenient to have it in all the colors I know love.   It’s a great way to add a little extra BAM to that special project.   Here is your chance to own many colors and styles at a fantastic price!  This share gives you a nice sampling of every color, perfect for making a few projects.  If you purchased these spools by themselves, it would cost $60-$70 each month!  What a great way to have fun, new ribbons and stay within your budget!

I am offering a Ribbon Share each month starting in November and ending in February.  Perfect timing for those holidays cards you’ll soon be working on!  I need at least 5 people each month to make this share work.  So, email me today to hold your spot.   You may sign up for one month or all four….up to you.  You may sign up for one share or 2 shares (or 3 or 4 shares!)

There is no time commitment for you- just email me to sign up, pay cash or check and your ribbon will be delivered to you (contact me if you need it mailed).  Have no fear if you aren't local.....you can sign up too,

NOVEMBER SHARE:  Silky Seam Binding (pg 195)

2 yards of EACH of the 7 luscious colors in this flexible, silky ribbon.  Regularly priced at $6.95 per spool.  Cost for you:  $12.00

DECEMBER SHARE:  New Scallop Dotted Ribbon (pg 195)

2 yards of EACH of the 10 great colors and bright polka dots.  Regularly priced at $7.95 per spool.  Cost for you:  $19.00

JANUARY SHARE:  New Ruffled In Color Ribbon (pg 194)

2 yards of EACH of the five sweet and flirty in color ruffled ribbons.  Regularly priced at $9.95 per spool.  Cost for you:  $12.00

FEBRUARY SHARE:   In Color Poly twill Ribbon (pg 194)

3 yards EACH of the five past in colors (concord crush, pear pizazz, peach parfait, blushing bride, poppy parade) Regularly prices at $8.95 per spool.  Cost for you:  $12.00

NOTES:

·         All ribbon can be seen on pg 194/195 of the current Idea Book and Catalog

·         Deadline to sign up is by the 1^st of each month. 

·         Your ribbon will arrive cut and packaged by the end of the month.

·         There is not tax or shipping- price is listed as above. 

·         If you need it mailed, add $5.00 for shipping to each sale.

·         You may sign up for more than 1 share (I will try to make them one continues piece)

·         If you are not local, you can still participate! 

·         Spots are first come, first serve and I expect them to fill fast…so RSVP today!

Contact me by November 1st to sign up for the Silky Seam Binding Share. 

Terrific Tool Tuesday

The focus today is on our Stampin' Mist Cleaner.  I have tried other over the counter types and personally, I think ours is the best.  Just the right mixture of cleaner- so it doesn't get too soapy- and it smells lovely.  Sometimes water just won't due- give Stampin' Mist a try.

Stampin' Mist    #102394           $4.50

Stampin' Mist is a specially formulate spray that both cleans and conditions your rubber stamps.  You can spray it directly on your rubber stamps.  It comes in a convenient spray bottle and refills are available.  Cleans all types of ink from rubber.

• Stampin' Mist comes in a non aerosol  spray bottle
• 2 oz of Stampin' Mist
• 8 oz of refill available

2011 Booking Blitz

Just like last year, Stampin' Up! is offering a contest for demonstrators to see if we can hit 10,000 bookings as a group, world wide!  I love a challenge, so of course, I accepted.  The grand prize drawing is for a $100 gift certificate, but even better.......if we all participate and the group reaches our goal,  ALL the demonstrators win a FREE stamp set from the upcoming Occasions Mini Catalog!!!! 


The only catch- we have ONE day to hit this goal.  Tuesday, October 11, 2011 is the magic date....and the bookings need to be held by the end of November.  I have a few dates open between now and November 30th.  Now, here in lies my problem- I already have other committments on my calendar tomorrow including a one hour webinar on the Booking Blitz with Stampin' Up! and I have to work in the afternoon AND I have stamp club.....my window of opportunity for making phone calls is very small.  


Here is what I plan to do:  if you contact me FIRST on October 11th to book your very own workshop (in your home, in my studio or even a book party) and mention my secret word found somewhere in this email,  you will receive a FREE bottle of Dazzling Details at your workshop (from the holiday mini)  Remember, your party has to be before November 30th. 


Now, I am also running my own special and when you book a workshop, you have a chance at winning a $75.00 gift certificate from me to be used in December!  You earn points based on your workshop sales, new customers, outside orders and bookings.    You can read about it  RIGHT HERE.
 It just keeps getting better. 

So. the secret word is PINK in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.   Contact me tomorrow, mention the word PINK to book your workshop before November 30th.  Receive a FREE Dazzling Diamonds at your party AND a chance to win a $75.00 gift certificate.....just for saying PINK. 

Stamp club September

If you weren't able to make stamp club in September.....here is what you missed:

stamp set:  happiest birthday wishes (hostess), delicate doilies

cardstock:  whisper white, regal rose

ink: melon mambo, regal rose

accessories:  flirtatious designer paper, olive satin ribbon, 1 1/4 inch circle punch, popdots, fire rhinestones

stamp set:  thoughts and prayers, dot/dot/dot

cardstock:  concord crush, whisper white

ink: concord crush

accessories:  designer plates for mr. big, wide oval punch, concord crush polytwill ribbon, itty bitty shapes punch pack, pearls

stamp sets:  autumn days, days of gratitude

cardstock: cajun craze, more mustard, old olive, naturals ivory

ink:  cajun, mustard, olive, early espresso

accessories:  sponge, espresso quilted satin ribbon

Holiday Stamp a Stack

We messed with your routine this year!  Normally, our annual stamp a stack is in October, but I had already reserved Norlo in September- so we went with it!  What a great turnout...thank you stampers for always showing up!  We had a great day and made some great cards.

Here is what you missed.  We had 5 samples and each person made 3 of each sample....a great start on those holiday cards.  If you couldn't make it- never fear, we are doing another Holiday card class on October 22nd at Norlo.   This time- get your creative juices flowing by making 10 different Christmas cards.  It's not too late to sign up, contact me today!

Becky Leidig



Heather Forberger



Heather Martin

me

Mandy Christman

Technique 8 and 9

Amy Hoffman wow'd me with this one.  I'm still not 100% sure how she did it! 

Versamark Resist:

1.  stamp image in desired color in classic ink on glossy cards stock
2.  color area in and around images that you want to remain white with a versamarker
3. sponge or brayer classic ink over image
4.  buff versamarked area with a tissue to remover ink and reveal "resisted' areas.

This is mine:  Frosted Acetate

run a piece of acetate (overhead transparency) through your big shot with the snow burst embossing folder.  Sand the raised edge with a sanding block to give the snowflakes a frosted appearance.

The snowflake is punched out of our silver glimmer paper and then colored with a more mustart marker to give a champagne color. 

Hope you've enjoyed all these fun techniques!

Technique 6 and 7

Back on track with these techniques.....I'm behind in all the things I want to post, so I may start doubling up on some. 

Here is Two Step Stamping by Andrea Messenger:

Stamp outline image in black, then stamp the solid image in Pacific Point/Daffodil Delight to fill inside the outside...get it?

And Kissing and Smooching by Heather Martin:

Kissing:
Ink doily stamp with Rich Razzleberry.  Lay stamp ink side up.  Press butterfly stamp onto inked doily stamp for a "kiss."  Then stamp butterfly onto white cardstock and punch out with butterfly punch.

Smooching: 
Ink doily stamp with Old Olive ink.  Ink butterfly stamp with So Saffron ink.  "Kiss" the two together and "smooch" them by giving a 180' turn.  Then stamp butterfly on white cardstock and punch out. 



Terrific Tool Tuesday

If you don't have Stampin' Up! paper snips....what are you waiting for?  I capital L love these scissors.  They are Goldilocks scissors....not too big....not too small.....just right!


Paper Snips   
price:  $9.95

These small, thin-bladed scissors are perfect for all your paper trimming needs.  They are great for snipping those little bits of paper or when trimming ribbone.  Thin stainless steel blades- perfect for cutting in even the tiniest areas.

• Precision-ground tips allow for cutting all the way to the end of the blades
• Protective shield (safety cover)
• Comfort-grip handles for ease in cutting
• Exclusive to Stampin' Up!
• 2 1/2" blade

Card O The Month

October is here and did it come in with a BANG!  It went from sticky and humid to cold and rainy.  Sounds about right.


Time to start thinking fall and this month's card of the month is a yummy mix of vanilla, mustard, pool party and pear!  Love it!

On the first of each month, I will post a card that is available to you for the entire month, order as many times as you'd like.  The only thing your card won't have is the sentiment- that is customizable for your needs. 

You'll receive 8 full cards with envelopes. Cards will come to you "as is"....all cutting/layering/stamping/embossing/punching etc is done.  Cards are usually fully assembled- in some cases, you may need to add a bow or pop dot an embellishment.  If I am shipping, this cuts down on bulk. 

All cards will have the Angel Policy on the back to comply with Stampin' Up! rules. 

Here is the card of the month for October.   All orders will be processed via Paypal....order yours today!  Please make arrangements to pick up unless you choose to have your kit shipped. 

Card of the Month

Card of the Month $13.95Card of the Month w/Shipping $15.95

So many specials, so little time

If you read here yesterday, you saw that we are offering a FREE Big Shot to all new recruits.  If you didn't read that here....click below for details....this special is da bomb!

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

We also came out with cookie stamps this month!  It's true....silicone rubber stamps to using in your holiday decorating!  No ink required!

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Sales period: October 1, 2011 - January 3, 2012
Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps are a brand-new product that will appeal to crafters and non-crafters, alike--not to mention kids!
The easy-to-use cookie stamp has a solid wood handle with three interchangeable stamp images: a heart, a jack-o-lantern, and a snowflake.
Just make your favorite shortbread cookie dough (or one of the two included recipes) and stamp away! Create beautiful, hand-stamped cookies in a flash. The stamp images are completely food-safe and child-friendly.




We also have an October Special to go along with that:

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS 

Dates: October 1-31, 2011

Promotion Details:  Buy two Simply Sent Kits and get a FREE coordinating stamp set! Our Simply Sent Kits are the ideal choice for the beginning crafter. The card kits offer a variety of basic themes, so it's easy to create cards for any occasion.

Just in time for the holidays- we have some special offerings concerning MDS:

My Digital Studio continues to expand its options and offerings.


Print Products Bulk Pricing
Beginning October 3, you can save up to 25 percent off select print products when you order in bulk. This benefit is ongoing--just in time for holiday purchases! As an added benefit, you get your demonstrator discount on top of this new pricing.  View the bulk pricing discounts  CLICK HERE




Limited-time Savor the Season Hostess-Only Content CD
We have a NEW limited-time My Digital Studio holiday hostess-only ensemble available October 3-December 31! The digital Savor the Season Ensemble comes packed with trendy, festive holiday stamp brushes, Designer Series Paper patterns, embellishments, punches, and several designer templates that are perfect for holiday cards and projects!  Book your party today to be able to earn this exclusive CD for FREE.





 

Always fun is the clearance rack and it's been updated this week!  Make sure to check out the great offerings on designer paper, ribbons, punches, rub ons and much more.  To be directed to the clearance rack CLICK HERE



FREE BIG SHOT????

Yup....you heard my correctly.   During the month of October, when you sign up to be a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.....you can get a FREE Big Shot with your starter kit.  That is a $100 value...for free!  And you'll still get all the fabulous goodies that come in our Starter Kit....like stamps, ink cardstock, tons of accessories and all the business supplies you'll need!

What's that?  You already have a Big Shot?  Well....don't let that discourage you....because if you have it already, you just get to pick $100 of free products instead.  And, perhaps the best part:  you get to be part of my team and my team rocks. 

Two words:  SUH  WEET.

 contact me to sign up now!  I promise...you can be a demonstrator by the end of the day!