Holiday Mini Carryover Items

Every time we switch over to a new mini, a few items come along for the ride.  It's usually Mr. Big items, punches or cool new accessories. 

If you would like to see what is going to hang around a bit longer.....check this out!

http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/CarryOver_Occassions_1211_US_crb(1).pdf

A Little Something for you!

Stampin' Up! just put 10 more items on the clearance rack.....just for you!!!!   You can check it out here at MY WEBSITE.  Feel free to order online, or I will be placing an order the very beginning of January and I can add orders together to save you on shipping!

I know one thing I have to have:  Celebrations Designer Paper....LOVE it for kids!

Happy Shopping!

January Ribbon Club

Hard to believe, but December is darn near gone!  It's time to sign up for January Ribbon Club.  This month it's only $12.00 per share and you'll receive 2 yards of every new In Color Ruffled Ribbon!  I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this ribbon and it's just in time to start thinking spring!  (I know it's barely winter.....but with colors like calypso coral, island indigo and pool party....you just have to think spring!)
 

I need 5 people per share to make a club.....you may sign up for as many "spots" as you wish.  I will make your ribbon one continuous piece.
Here are the details:

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 January 1st to sign up for the In Color Ruffled Ribbon Share.

My Christmas Cards

I started working on my cards at our winter retreat at Camp Eder the first weekend of December  I was rockin' and rollin' and knocked out a good many.  As of yesterday- they were all in the mail.  I sent them out in shifts- mainly because I had to keep buying stamps!

I make many different samples, so you never know what you're gonna get!  

Here are the cards I made this year:

stamp set:  celebrate the season

colors:  whisper white, sahara sand, garden green and riding hood red taffeta ribbon

stamp set:  come to bethlehem

colors:  very vanilla and basic black, there is a rhinestone on the star, but it's hard to see.

stamp set:  come to bethlehem

colors:  whisper white, concord crush and brushed silver

stamp set:  welcome christmas

colors:  crumb cake, very vanilla and early espresso

stamp set:  welcome christmas

colors:  whisper white, basic black and cherry cobbler.  The large white piece is shimmery white and has some sparkle to it.

stamp set:  snow swirled

colors:  island indigo, shimmery white, lucky limeade and rich razzleberry.  I put a small dot of dazzling details on the center of the snowflakes.

stamp set:  contemp christmas

colors:  wisteria wonder, calypso coral, lucky limeade and whisper white

stamp set:  sounding joy

colors:  basic black, whisper white, pool party and sivler glimmer

Enjoy!

500 Club

Every year, in December, I host  my 500 club.  It's an exclusive club...only hostesses who have had a $500 (or more) workshop over the year get to come.  It's invitation only....I hire a bouncer.  So, if you try to crash- you get the boot.  I'm kidding, I'm kidding! 

I like to pamper them and thank them for supporting me over the year.   I also have hostess appreciation events twice a year as well- for anyone who has hosted a party.  But, I do a little extra from my 500 Club.

This year- I had 3 make n takes ready to go:

I also had cute little favors for everyone- super cute and super easy!

Then we did our make n takes- while everyone was stamping, I picked names for doorprizes!  Everyone wins!!!

Quick and easy Christmas card using Always Artichoke, Early Espresso and Real Red

Super cute card using the laser cut doilies from Flirtatious designer paper pack and turning over to see the white.   We also used Pines and Pointsettias set. 

This one had grand plans, but turned into a dud.  It looked so easy in my Stampin' Success!  We punched a strip of Whisper White and scored every 1/4 inch.  Then we punched it using the lace ribbon punch and folded accordian style using the score marks.  We tried to turn it into a "medallion" but it didn't go so well.   I think mine turned out because I had allowed my glue to dry overnight.  Oh well....live and learn. 

Here is the wall of fame!

And of course, there is always one hostesses who wins the grand prize.  Congratulations to Brenda G who won a decorated card keeper box.  

The we had dessert and went home.  The end.   

Gift Idea

I know I gave up on the 12 weeks of Christmas....but I did promise to pass on cool stuff as I came across it.


So, here is what I made this weekend:  a very cool card holder.  Should hold a bunch of cards (great gift idea) and soooo easy to make.  I totally copied it from another demo and I'll link it up at the bottom for you to go to her tutorial.


Enjoy!

I found this online thanks to Lyssa Griffin....she's amazing!   To see the tutorial CLICK HERE

Clearance Rack Blitz! Starts Today!!!!

Dates: December 15, 2011-January 5, 2012

Details:
Nearly 200 new Clearance Rack items are being added to the Online Store at discounts up to 80 percent off retail--while supplies last!
Things to Remember

• Only demonstrator and online orders qualify for this promotion. Orders can include non-Clearance Rack items, as well.
• The Clearance Rack Blitz includes old-body style punches.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.
• Qualifying Clearance Rack orders are eligible for hostess benefits/Stampin' Rewards.
• Following the Clearance Rack Blitz sales period, some blitz items may remain in the clearance rack; others may be removed and reappear at an undesignated time in the future.
• Clearance Rack Blitz items are only available while supplies last. There are no refunds or exchanges on Clearance Rack items.

You may visit my online store at www.jodybrechbill.stampinup.net  and go to Clearance Rack.   You are welcome to order online 24-7, OR you may submit your order to me and I can place it for you.  Just remember, there is a standard $6.95 shipping fee if your order is under $70.00.    I would encourage you to submit your order to me by tomorrow- and I will combine them and try to save on shipping!  

Remember.....it's while supplies last!!!!

**you may notice some punches that look the same, but have 2 different numbers,  we are trying to use our supply of US and European punches.  They are the same punch, but packaging may be in French. 

Happy Shopping!!!!

Terrific Tool Tuesday

Today's tool is one that we often overlook when the Aqua Painters came out.   I still love my blender pens.....perfect for the detailed coloring you might need to do.    Plus 3 pens- all dual tipped- it's like you get 6 pens! Blender Pens	102845
Price: $9.95
Blender pens combine the flexibility of watercolors with the convenience of markers. It’s easy to achieve a beautiful watercolor effect using blender pens with just about any color source. The tip cleans off with just a stroke or two on scratch paper. One pen is all you need for all of your colors! ■ Dual-tip flexible brush ■ Acid-free and xylene free formula ■ 3 per package ■ Blends Stampin’ Pastels, Watercolor Pencils, Watercolor Wonder Crayons, and Classic Stampin’ Pads

Mystery Monday- December

Theme for this month was Snow Much Fun....and snow sorry if you missed out.  Here are the samples we made.  

I got this from my downline, Heather.  It's a gift card holder! So stinkin cute!

Still Feeling Generous

Thanks to everyone who "played" yesterday and told me how many Christmas cards you send.  WOW!   I averaged all your answers....and that was 65 cards!  That's pretty cool.

I went to do the drawing this morning and both kids were arguing over who got to pick the winner......so......I am going to have two this time!  It pays to play, right?

Lori Greenwood won the Handmade set (thanks to Aidan)
and Teresa Straley won Itty Bitty Bits (thanks to Taryn)

Enjoy ladies!

Hostess Challenge Winner

Way back in September, I posted a Hostess Challenge.....You can read about it here:

I had 3 hostess take advantage either by booking in home workshops or book parties.  Points were awarded for workshop totals, order amounts, outside orders, new to me stampers and workshops booked.

Deb Kauffman (153 pts)
Sue Bievenour (171 pts and 383pts)
Amy Hendricks (737 pts)

So, Amy Hendricks, you just earned yourself a $75.00 Stampin' Up! shopping spree.

Awesome!

Terrific Tool Tuesday

Today's Totally Terrific Tuesday Tool is.......our Tabletop Paper Cutter!

This cutter is $45.95.....and worth every penny.  I can say that....because mine was free (perks of being a demonstrator!) 

The Tabletop Paper Cutter is a must-have! The cutter is so precise, and it won’t fray card stock. The Tabletop paper cutter can make project preparation easier to prepare—you’ll be amazed at how much faster and easier it is.

■ Very precise, won't fray card stock
■ Has safety blade
■ Trimmer measures 17-3/8” x 7-1/8” x 2-3/4”
■ Detachable measuring arm and handle can be stored in the back storage area


So, I can personally attest to the fact that it has a safety blade.  It will NOT cut you.....I have slammed that handle down with one of my fingers in the way.  Now, it hurt....like crazy....and put a slight mark in my nail, but not one drop of blood.  Wonderful for those of us with little punks who want to do what we do. 

It also will cut a couple sheets of cardstock at a time.  I haven't done more than three.  My husband has.....and got it alot of trouble.  So, I'd say....stick with three. 

The blade also self sharpening.  Run it up and down a few times against itself and it sharpens itself.  That's pretty cool. 

I would encourage you to put this on your Santa wish......provided you aren't on the naughty list. 

Feeling generous

I spent a lovely weekend at the Tree of Peace lodge at Camp Eder.  I worked feverishly on my Christmas cards and still am not done, but I had a lovely time with my stampers and scrappers.   I am in the Christmas spirit, so here is a down and dirty little gift bag.  No stamping....just uses Mr. Big and our small cello bags.   Perfect for that "little something" gift you always need.

Awesome, right?  It's sooooo much prettier in person, with the silver glimmer paper, the antique brad and our gorgeous organza ribbon.   And of course, Candy Kane Kisses....yum!

And since I'm still in the spirit....time for some blog candy.    Since so many of us make holiday goodies as gifts, how about if I give this away?

All you need to do is tell me how many Christmas cards you're sending this year.  Hand stamped or otherwise.   Leave comments here, on facebook or even email me.  I'll pick a winner on Wednesday morning (Dec 7) 

WOW Wednesday

This month, we focused on using our Simply Scrappin' kits to make Christmas cards.  The Christmas Lane kit in the holiday mini was pefect for this class.  It was quite a class too!  We made 16 cards from 1/2 of the scrapping kit.....it was a marathon class, but you girls hung in there!   I hope you enjoy all your cards!