Hostess Appreciation Night

Every 6 months, I like to have a special night for all my past hostesses.  Just my way of saying....hey, thanks!  I really do appreciate all the support I receive through the year....so, last night, my January- June hostesses showed up for a night of FREE stamping, just for them.  They receive a personal invitation, 3 free make n takes and free shipping on their orders that night.

Here is what they made:

This is gorgeous, right? 

stamp set:  Everything Eleanor, Flower Shop and Express Yourself (hostess set)

cardstock:  very vanilla, basic black, smoky slate, modern medley designer paper (on sale -buy 3, get 1 free until August 1st)

ink: stazon black, smoky slate

accessories:  fancy fan embossing folder, pansy punch, pearls, white taffeta ribbon, stampin' dimensionals.

 

so, you say.....how come you say white taffeta and it looks gray to me?  well....our taffeta ribbon is able to be dyed!!!  cut the size you need, lay it in the ink pad and tap it with our sponge daubers.  you will want to allow it some drying time.  I usually give it over night....it dries lighter as well.

 

and while you're at it....dye a pearl!!!  our large pearls were colored with a black sharpie! 

awesome right????

 

 

this is easy peasy lemon squeezy....so fun and bright.

stamp set:  a round array

cardstock:  pool party, whisper white, daffodil delight, strawberry slush and quintessential designer paper (also on sale- buy 3, get 1 free until August 1st)

ink:  island indigo

accessories:  mosaic embossing folder, chevron embossing folder, polkadot embossing folder, 7/8 scallop punch, 1 inch circle punch, 1 3/4 inch circle punch, stampin' dimensionals

 

 

I really love this one...and you can't quite see the cool centers of the daisies :(

(this was inspired from mary fish)

 

stamp set:  sassy salutations, best of flowers (25th anniversary special set)

cardstock:  daffodil delight, early espresso, whisper white, brights designer paper pack

ink:  early espresso

accessories: 1 1/4 inch scallop punch, circle punch from itty bitty punch pack, ribbon scallop punch, early espresso marker (for little dots around saying), glue dots (mini) and early espresso stitched grosgrain ribbon

 

So...punch our 3 full flowers using the scallop punch, then stamp 3 flower centers.  punch out using the small circle from itty bitty punch pack.  attach the center on the full flower with a glue dot and cover with crystal effect.  allow to dry overnight...you'll love it!

 

 

Now...housekeeping!  Thanks to all of you who keep following me!  The blog candy winner is.....Danielle Davis!!!  Way to go, Danielle, a box of fun is coming your way!

 

All of the supplies on these cards come from Stampin' Up!  You can view a full color catalog or place an order, just by heading to my site at www.jodybrechbill.stampinup.net

 

Happy Stampin'!

 

 

 

Stamp Club- July

WOW!  Forgot to upload this before I left!!
Here ya go:

stamp set:  mosaic madness, petite pairs

ink: pistachio pudding, strawberry slush

cardstock:  whisper white, strawberry slush, pistachio pudding

accessories:  mosaic punch, modern mosaic folder, popdots, itty bitty punch pack, 1 3/8 circle punch

 

stamp set: wetlands

ink:  early espresso

cardstock:  crumb cake, very vanilla, garden green

accessories:  crumb cake taffeta ribbon, wood grain folder, garden green/crumb cake markers

 

stamp set:  mosaic madness, label love

ink:  baked brown sugar, coastal cabana

cardstock:  whisper white, baked brown sugar, coastal cabana

accessories:  vintage buttons, linen thread, doilies, rhinestones, popdots, artisan punch

 

 

Our cards this month were very simple, but very cool!  If you are a club member and you missed class, look for a TO GO kit in your back!

 

Now, back from convention full of thoughts and ideas and boy....we haven't had blog candy in awhile!

So.....leave me a message here (just say HI so I know you're reading!, on facebook or email and I'll register you to win July's Paper Pumpkin kit!!  We'll draw a winner on Wednesday AM!  Good Luck!!!

 

 

In With You...winner!

 

Spread the Joy, by Emily M. from the Stampin’ Up! home office, is the first winning stamp set from In With You, our new stamp set design challenge beta program.
In April, Stampin’ Up! employees were given the challenge to create a “bucket list” stamp set. Emily “wanted to make a set that could be versatile and usable for lots of different things.” Employees fell in love with her design and voted the set to victory!
Purchase the Spread the Joy Stamp Set #134784

From Emily (winner):

When I was twelve, a demonstrator gave me my very first catalog. I remember studying every page and staying up late making wish lists and doodling coordinating images. I dreamed of designing stamp sets someday.

Years went by and I forgot about that dream. I moved to college and traveled. My stamps stayed home and collected dust under my bed. Slowly, Stampin’ Up! found its way back into my life, and on a whim I applied for a job as a writer. The stars aligned and I got the job! I thought I would die of happiness. I got to see the illustrators at work, and I remembered my love for stamps.

As a writer and now a trainer, I don’t doodle as much as I thought I would. When the stamp contest was announced, I knew I had to be true to myself and enter. The theme—Bucket List—was tricky! Although I do want to go skydiving and visit all 50 states, a big part of my bucket list is becoming what I want to be—so my set is a reminder. “Spread the Joy” reminds me to let loose and enjoy life; to leave love notes for my husband and kids; to be brave when life is stormy; and to do the things that really matter! I’m particularly proud of the jam and bread—100 percent my husband’s idea.

Creating my own stamp set was definitely part of my bucket list! Get your Spread the Joy Set today!   

Emily M.
Curriculum Developer & Trainer

Look for more In With You Challenges and Stamp Sets coming soon....this is a time to let your imagination soar and create a one of a kind stamp set....who knows?  Your idea could be the next big thing!!!!

FREE SHIPPING

Thanks to you, my amazing customers and friends, I earned an award for my annual sales and once again, will be taking my dairy farmer on a FREE trip to San Diego, California in September.  I have been blessed over the past 11 years.....and am so grateful to every one of you!

As a thank you.....between now and Thursday (July 25th), you may earn FREE shipping on any order over $50.00!  Hurry....I will place the order on Friday morning.  You must contact me at jodybrechbill322@gmail.com to place your order.  ONLINE ORDERS will NOT count (this is NOT a stampin up special)

So, take advantage of our buy 3 get 1 free designer paper pack special, or see what you can't live without on the Clearance Rack!!!

Thank you once again!  You all are the BEST!!!

Paper Pumpkin Deal

 

If you have not signed up for Paper Pumpkin....whatcha waitin' for?  It's a special kit, just for you that arrives to  your doorstep each month!  It contains a project and everything you need to complete it (well...you may need adhesive).  Stamps, ink, paper (pre cut/pre scored) accessories etc.   Could be cards, could be scrapbooking, could be 3-d, could be home décor.....ya never know!

I LOVE when Paper Pumpkin shows up in my mailbox!  I have darn near everything needed to make cards, but the fact that all I have to do is mount my stamp....well.....I have cards within seconds!  I LOVE it way more than I thought I would!!!

So, if you aren't a member of My Paper Pumpkin Posse....now is the time to sign up!   Between now and August 31st, when you sign up, you'll receive your first TWO months for only $10.00!!!!  AND....if you are the first to sign up, you'll receive a FREE kit from me!  That's 3 kits for $20.00 (Paper Pumpkin is normally $19.95 a month!)  Plus, when you're part of MY posse....you'll receive little extra perks along the way! 

There is NO commitment.....cancel or place on hold whenever you wish!  It's as easy as that!
You better contact me today to sign up......you don't want to miss August's kit!!!!

Contact me at jodybrechbill322@gmail com OR CLICK HERE and be sure to enter PUMPKINDEAL in the promo area!

UNDEFINED....carve your own stamp kit!

 

 

Wow!  YES!...you can......you can now carve your very own stamp using our undefined carving set.  Amazing!  It is super easy, no creativity required...simply make a sketch (or print one from the computer), transfer and carve.  Easy as pie!

Imagine, your own name/initials in your own handwriting to stamp on the backs of your cards.  Or how about capturing your little one's signature forever?  Have them write their name....transfer and carve....they now have their very own stamp! 

Perfect for a child's party....hostess gift....wedding.....anything you can imagine!

Intrigued? We know you want to get your hands on the kit and start carving your own masterpieces. Here are the item numbers you'll need (we suggest adding a refill kit on your first order . . . trust us, you're gonna want it).

Item #	Description	Price
133402	Undefined Stamp Carving Kit	$19.95
134808	Undefined Refill Kit	$9.95
124236	Clear-Mount Cling Foam*	$10.95

*Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks in the kit.

Included in the Stamp Carving Kit:

• 2 carving tools
• 3" x 4" rubber
• 3" x 4" foam
• 4 wood blocks (various sizes)
• 1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
• 3 postcards
• Instruction sheet
• Stamp image templates

Included in the Refill Kit:

• 3" x 4" rubber
• 3" x 4" foam
• 4 wood blocks (various sizes)
• Instruction sheet

Express your personality, thoughts, feelings, etc. with a stamp you've carved all on your own! We know you'll have a "look what I made!" moment.
We'd love to see what you make with your kit. Please e-mail us a photo of your creations and any projects you make with your carved stamps to undefined@stampinup.com so we can pin your photos to our Undefined Pinterest board!

Available July 19, 2013

Salt Lake City.....Here I Come!!!

Well ladies, I've been saying this for the last 5 years....that I AM going to convention!!!  Of course, I never made it, but tomorrow.....tomorrow is a different story!  I AM going to convention to celebrate 25 years of Stampin' Up!

My swaps are done, my boarding passes are printed and I am packing this afternoon.  I'll head out around 4am tomorrow and be home around 1am on Monday morning!  It will be a whirlwind of activity!!! 

 

I cant' wait to share what I learn with you all!  In the meantime, I may be offline here for a bit.  Not sure if I'll have time to update, but you can follow me on facebook at Jody Brechbill-Stampin' Queen!

 

Happy Stampin' Everyone!!!

 

FREE Designer Paper?

Want to be ready for any creative mood that hits? Then vote for your designer paper faves and win it all!

Entering is easy! Simply click the Vote now! button below and vote for your favorite Designer Series Paper from our 2013-2014 annual catalog. Vote for as many as you'd like but you can only vote once per Designer Series Paper.No purchase is necessary and making a purchase will not increase your odds of winning.

The Prize: 10 lucky winners, chosen at random, will get ALL 11 packs of our stunning Designer Series Paper! (Excludes Designer Series Paper Stacks and Specialty Designer Series Papers.)
Vote between July 16-31, 2013 for your chance to win!

 

Sign Up NOW!!!!

NEW! Pick a FREE Project Kit! Starts July 15

Dates: July 15-August 31, 2013

PURCHASE THE STAMPIN' UP! $99 STARTER KIT & GET A BONUS!    Choose one of four Stampin' Up! project kits for FREE when you purchase the Stampin' Up! $99 Starter Kit!  Starts Monday, July 15, 2013.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FLYER

 

Kit Options:
The first three project kits are from the holiday catalog (get them early!) and the last option is from the annual catalog.

Option	Kit Description	Item	Total Value
1	Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit	133507 132698	$29.90
2	Build a Banner Simply Created Kit AND Christmas Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit	133507 132697	$29.90
3	Thankful Tablescape Simply Created Kit	133463	$19.95
4	Tag a Bag Bundle AND Tag a Box Bundle	131371 131372	$22.45

CHECK OUT WHAT ELSE YOU GET WITH THE $99 STARTER KIT:

• Choose $125 worth of ANY available Stampin' Up! products including products from current catalogs and promotions, specially priced bundles and clearance rack items. 
• The kit ships FREE for another 10% savings!
• Fill your Wish List!  Receive 30% off your first product order of $150 or more plus qualify for hostess rewards.  This option must be be redeemed within 45 days.
• Enjoy 20% off every day.
• Imagine being able to pre-order new products one month in advance of catalog releases!  You'll are able to pre-order from the new Holiday catalog in July!
• Attention hobby stampers!  You can join just for fun and discounts!  There's no obligation to sell or hold workshops and no penalty if you decide to drop.  You keep all your goodies. 

• Quick and Easy.  Purchase Your Kit On-line and get immediate benefits at www.jodybrechbill.stampinup.net

Card Buffet- June

I love Card Buffet....it's like the perfect class!  It's all about you!  I love coming up with the ideas and thinking about what you all would like.  My son, Aidan is my helper...we laid about a bunch of samples and he and I brainstormed over what were "definite" and which were "maybes." 

We had 13 folks join us to stamp and they were able to pick and choose whichever cards they liked and they could make as many as they wanted.  I try to keep the sets in the boxes so if you want to swap out a sentiment to make it suit your needs, you can.


Here is what we made:

stamp sets:  Flower Shop, Sassy Salutations

cardstock:  whisper white, daffodil delight, strawberry slush

ink:  strawberry, daffodil

accessories:  chevron folder, daffodil seam binding, pop dots, pansy punch, strawberry marker

 

stamp sets:  fabulous flourishes, mixed bunch, four you

cardstock:  gumball green, midnight muse, whisper white

ink:  midnight, gumball

accessories:  3/4 circle punch, gumball/midnight markers, popdots, rhinestones, blossom punch

 

stamp set:  serene silhouettes, teeny tiny wishes

cardstock:  early espresso, crumb cake, very vanilla

ink:  early espresso

accessories:  dazzling details, paper piercer, tulip border folder

 

 

stamp sets:  lovely and lacy

cardstock:  primrose petals, whisper white

ink:  raspberry ripple, primrose petals

accessories:  oval punch, pop dots, itty bitty punch pack, pearls

 

stamp set:  label love

cardstock:  elegant eggplant, whisper white

ink:  elegant eggplant

accessories:  eggplant designer paper, white taffeta ribbon, 1 3/4 circle punch, artisan punch, paper piercer

 

stamp sets:  four you, modern mosaic

cardstock:  strawberry slush, coastal cabana, whisper white

ink:  strawberry, cabana

accessories:  mosaic folder, mosaic punch, rhinestones

 

stamp sets:  fabulous phrases, best of flowers

cardstock:  daffodil delight, basic black, whisper white

ink:  stazon black

accessories:  washi tape, rhinestones, 1 1/4 scallop circle punch, pop dots

 

 

stamp set:  serene silhouettes, itty bitty banners

cardstock:  chocolate chip, very vanilla, raspberry ripple

ink:  chocolate chip

accessories:  baroque folder, itty bitty banners framelits, apothecary accents framelits, tiny brads, raspberry satin ribbon, beautiful wings sizzlet

 

stamp set:  wetlands

cardstock:  soft suede, very vanilla

ink:  soft suede, baked brown sugar

accessories:  twill ribbon, linen thread, antique brads, dauber, distressor, stripes folder

 

stamp set:  by the tide, express yourself

cardstock:  naturals white, night of navy

ink:  night of navy

accessories:  1 inch square punch, 1 1/4 inch square punch, pop dots, night of navy grosgrain ribbon

 

Thanks to all who joined me and hope to see you at the next card buffet in December!  We'll continue making "all occasion" cards, but there may be a few Christmas and/or winter themed cards.

 

Now, if you are part of my Paper Pumpkin Posse.....you will be getting a special treat!  Just a little something for you!  A packet of make n takes!  Just open up this link and find the cards that came to you so you can assemble.   

 

Enjoy!!!

 

**all items can be found on my website at www.jodybrechbill.stampinup.net**

 

WOW Wednesday

If you missed WOW Wednesday in June....well....sorry about your luck, cuz it's gonna be awhile to I have another one!  There will NOT be a WOW class in July due to the Stampin' Up! Convention and my schedule.  I just can't fit it in.  But, have no fear, it will return in August (because the kids will be back in school and we can all breathe a little easier)

Here is what we made in June:

The awesome new set, Mosaic Madness, paired with our Quatrefancy clear designer paper. I added the saying from Happy Day and some Early Espresso baker's twine.  The card is Whisper White, Cantaloupe Crisp and Early Espresso....very pretty.

 

 

 

This one has a lot of layers but it's heard to see.  Again....Mosaic Madness paired with Lovely and Lacey and the Mosaic embossing folder.  The colors are Strawberry Slush and Basic Black....very elegant.

 

This is a fun card using our new Modern Medley designer paper, Very Vanilla, Basic Black and Pear Pizazz.   We did some embossing with Mr. Big and punched out a whole bunch of leaves with the bird builder punch.  The butterfly is from Best of Butterflies.

 

 

 

This was fun surprise for the WOW gals.  It really isn't a wow card, but it's super cute!  Again, using the Modern Medley dsp, Daffodil Delight dsp, some grosgrain ribbon and Best of Flower set.  Punched out with the 1 1/4 scallop punch...super cute and super easy!

 

All these items can be found on my website at www.jodybrechbill.stampinup.net

Enjoy!!!

 

 

YARD SALE TIME!!!

It is that time of year....so start clearing our your craft area and make room for some more goodies! 

Annual Stampin' and Scrappin' Yardsale!
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** Saturday, August 17th, 2013
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** 9:00am until 1:00pm
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** 3387 Mont Alto Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222
Shoppers:  if you are receiving this email, it's a personal invitation from me to "pre shop" on Friday, August 16th from 6:00pm until 9:00pm.  Doors open promptly at 6.  You may arrive anytime after 5:30pm.  Bring your own bag and shop till you drop.  There will be lots of new and previously loved stamping and scrapbooking items.  Feel free to share this invitation with any of your friends/family.
Sale on Saturday begins promptly at 9:00am, you may arrive anytime after 8:30am.  Feel free to shop both days!

All items are sold AS IS......


Sellers:  I invite everyone to sell anything that is stamping and scrapping related (does NOT need to be stampin' up).  ALL items need to be clearly marked with your asking price and your name or initials.  Items can be dropped off between August 1st and August 15th.  Please make sure all items are in decent condition and ONLY stamping/scrapping related.   You do NOT need to be present at the yardsale, I will do all the set up, prep, clean up and you reap the benefits.  I do, however, require 15% commission.    After the sale is over, I will have your items packed up and you may pick up your items and money (I try very hard to give everyone cash).  Items need to be picked up by the end of August.  Items that are left at my house a month after the sale become mine.
Many ask me how I price....I do price to move items, not make a ton of money.  I tend to make my items a good 50-75% off.  If my stamps are really well loved, sometimes up to 80-85% off.   If an item is brand new, never opened, I may go a little closer to the new price (mainly for newer stamps, paper, ink pads etc)

Can't wait....see you in August!

What to Washi online class

I have heard many demos and customers RAVING about this class.  I think I might try it! Our next online class--What to Washi--is now available. Offering seven different sections of Washi wisdom, this class includes everything you need to know to make the most of one of the hottest crafting trends out there. Originating in Japan, Washi Tape has taken the crafting world by storm, offering an incredibly quick, easy way to add a fresh, colorful look to any project. What to Washi explores a myriad of Washi options and provides much more than the basics for you to begin your own Washi adventures.  Divided into seven PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for more than 30 projects. What to Washi Class:  item 134742 Price:  $14.95 US/$17.95 CA The following topics are covered in the class:

Washi Class Flyer

• The Washi Basics
• Washi-The Next Step
• Above and Beyond
• Sharing Washi with Others
• Memory Keeping
• Storage
• Only the Beginning. . . 

And wait, there's more! This class is also being offered as part of the What to Washi Bundle. When you order the bundle you receive everything listed below:

• What to Washi Class
• Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape
• Gingham Garden Designer Washi Tape
• Season of Style Designer Washi Tape
• Witches Brew Designer Washi Tape
• 20 Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes

Each Washi Tape package contains three coordinating rolls of Stampin' Up!'s exclusive Washi Tape for a total of 12 rolls. And when you order the What to Washi Bundle, you'll be the first to receive our Season of Style and Witches Brew Washi Tape packages; they aren't available to individual purchase until August 1! 

What to Washi Bundle:  item 134743
Price:  $36.95 US/$45.95 CA

Happy Day

I am soooooo behind......ahhhhhhh!

Here are some pretty samples to make up for it!

 

 

 

 

July....lots of exciting news!

The first day of the month is always so exciting, you get to turn a page in your calendar and freak out at all the stuff that you forgot about, and it's happening....like...tomorrow!

So, here are some exciting new things going on in our little stampin' world!

Of course, the first means we have a new Best of set.

Introducing......BEST OF SHELLI!

This set features some of Shelli Gardner's favorite images over the last 25 years.  This set is clear and sells for $14.95.  It comes with a collector card and when you purchase 6 of the Best Of sets, you earn a FREE $14.95 set of your choice. 

Contact me at cjbrechbill@earthlink.net to order yours today!

To see the previous Best of Sets: CLICK HERE




We also unveiled a new photopolymer set called Sail Away.  Photopolymer is great....totally clear and super sticky.  Makes lining up a breeze!

 

 

 

And I am super excited to announce this special:

 

I love when this special comes around!  For the month of May, when you purchase 3 packs of designer series paper, you get on FREE!!!  Now is the time to stock up on all of your favorite packs (this is for $10.95 packs only) 

 

You can find them all on page 151, 153, 154 of the new catalog. 

Go Crazy!!!