May Stamp Camp

I know this post is a bit late since it's already September.  But time has its own way of sneaking up on us (especially me).  But today I'd like to show you the cards that we made at the Arizona May stamp camp.  Teresa, a member of my team was our hostess, and she designed these cards for everyone.  I am happy that I am able to attend these online during the class.  I miss my girls a lot, and although it's not as good as being there, it comes pretty close.  

Some of the products used are now retired, since we had a new catalog that started in May.  Many of the cards are designed earlier, so sometimes it can't be helped.  Here's Teresa's cards:

I love the crisp, clean look of this.  Your friendship is a blessing is a really thoughtful sentiment and it's a nice way to tell a friend they're appreciated.

I do not know what this fun fold is called, but it's darling.  I believe the designer paper is retired. The bright colors are perfect for a birthday card.

This is a sweet card with a garden theme. I love the little quail family, don't you? 

The Magnolia embossing folder stands front and center here, on a Lemon Lolly panel.

Copper accents make this Hello card really stand out.  Pecan Pie, Blueberry Bushel and Vanilla go so well together.

Thanks for stopping by today.  I hope you enjoyed your visit and until next time, happy stamping!

TWO NEW Catalogs!

 

As you know, Close to my Heart closed their doors recently, and Stampin' Up! has purchased some of their products.  In fact, over 4,000 CTMH "makers" have joined the Stampin' Up! family, and we couldn't be happier!  It's wonderful to have a blended family and we are all learning as we go. 

Now for the first time, we have a beautiful selection of more stamps, papers and scrapbooking supplies! You can click on the Scrapbooking brochure on the right side of my blog to see all the new items.

Here's some highlights of what you will find:

• 12 x 12 Two toned cardstock (same color, but lighter on the other side)
• A NEW "white daisy" cardstock (this is a NEW color for Stampin' Up!)
• Scrapbooking Workshop Kits (Halloween, Autumn, Christmas)
• NEW Designer Series Papers
• NEW Stamp sets
• Stickers

One thing to note is: The Halloween Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit has some incorrect details on the printed instructions.  However, there is an updated digital copy of the instructions available.  I have copied and pasted the information below, and sure to click on the PDF link so you can print out the updated instructions. 

Important! Halloween Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit Adjustment

We don’t mean to scare you with the title of this Halloween-related update, but we DO want to get your attention. If you plan to purchase the Halloween Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit, we want to make you aware of the following:

• The printed instructions included in the kit have some incorrect details.  
  
• An updated, digital copy of the instructions has since been made available. You can access your PDF copy here. The file will also be added to the kit’s product information in the online store once the kit is available for purchase (September 4). Please let your customers know this is where they can obtain an updated copy. 
  
• When crafting with this fun kit, please refer to the updated instructions found online instead of those printed in the kit. 
  
• Due to a miscommunication with our product vendor, this kit also has added pieces that are not needed to complete your projects. Bonus! These include extra photo placeholders and two-tone cardstock. This will not interfere with your scrapbooking, but we want to make you aware now to avoid any potential confusion. 

As we transition into the world of scrapbooking, please keep in mind that scrapbooking products are great for making other projects too!  Cards, 3-D items, gift card holders and even holiday decor.  The list is endless, so don't let the word "scrapbooking" fool you. There's plenty of other opportunities to use these beautiful new products.

And it's back!  Our 2024 Mini Catalog is here, packed with everything you need for your holiday crafting.  Fall, Thanksgiving and Christmas ideas are all over the pages with some gorgeous papers and stamp sets.  Be sure to check it out.  Soon, I'll be sharing some of my favorites as I finish up some projects that I've started.  

Let me know what you think of our two new catalogs. The mini catalog and the scrapbooking brochure has something in them for everyone.  If you're placing an order, please use my host code (in the right-side bar) when checking out.

Thanks for stopping buy today. Enjoy your day!

Card Swap

 Today I'm showing you three cards that I made that were designed by 3 ladies in my Jefferson City, Mo card group. We meet each week for lunch and spend time afterwards, crafting away for a few hours. Marsha had the idea to do a "swap" once a month and we are all loving this new reason to gather together. Each of us designs a card, and then we cut enough "kits" for everyone who attends. We have 4 ladies in our group and Marsha's granddaughter comes often and designs her own too.  Here's what we made in July:

This beautiful Hello card was designed by 13 year old Ava, Marsha's granddaughter.  Isn't it lovely? I believe she used the Perennial Lavender designer series paper.  Several of our designer papers are on sale for the month of August and this paper is too pretty not to have.

Marsha made a note card and used some retired paper from Sale-a-bration. I love how she covered the entire front of the note card with the paper, then cut out the bird with the floral branch, and a snippet of green leaves using our Bough punch.  That punch is still current, and it has two sizes of leaves.

Melissa gave us an interesting paper fold card. I'm not sure what it's called, but there were several squares of paper, all the same size and we folded them corner to corner and placed them on our card. I love the interesting design it makes.  The stamp set is retired, but we do have one that is current with the same sentiment.  It is called You Are Beautiful.

What do you think?  Please leave me a comment and let me know.  Have you ever participated in a card swap? 

Thanks for stopping by today.  Soon, we will have a new mini catalog, so if you do not have a demonstrator and would like a catalog, please let me know.  I'm happy to order one for you.

Enjoy your day!

April Stamp Camp Cards

 Hello!

It appears that time has gotten away from me again. I haven't posted in a while, but it's not because I was being lazy.  Personally, hubby and I have had doctor appointments and other things going on at the old homestead.  Landscaping, weed pulling and many other things that seemed to take priority.  But I've been in the craft room recently trying to catch up and clear off my desk. 

Today I'm showing you some cards that were designed by a team member, Dina. She hosted our Arizona stamp camp and I always attend these online with all my team there.  It's so nice to still see them every month, although I do miss all those "girl hugs". 

Here's the cards Dina designed:

This card was made using the delightful stamp set called Bright Skies.  It also has dies that come with it if you choose. But in my opinion, this is such a cheery set you may not need the dies. 

I love Dina's color choices here. 

There are no rules when it comes to coloring images. Here, Dina opted to use either a sponge or a sponge dauber to partially color the rose image.  It does give it a different look, which is perfect!

Who would think a stamp set called Bee My Valentine could make a non-Valentine card? Dina's version is so cute. Vellum wings on the one little bee with a sweet message for the recipient.
The message is simple. "You are Loved". Who wouldn't want to receive a card like this?

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you enjoyed seeing what we made in April.  I'll have May, June and July projects for you soon.  If you are interested in any of the products used for these cards, let me know and I'll ask Dina to give me all the particulars.

Enjoy! 

Bonus Coupons! Designer Paper Sale! New Kits!

 Today is the day that a LOT of things are happening!  Read on...

It's time to redeem those Bonus Coupons you earned in July.  It's also time to get 15% off on select Designer Series Papers!  

But wait!  That's not all!  Today we also have TWO NEW KITS for you!  The Haunted Home Kit and the Christmas Wishes Kit.  Both kits will bring many great crafting moments for your family and friends.

Watch our CEO Sara Douglass unbox this delightful Haunted Home kit and show you how to assemble it.  You can highlight this link and right click it then click "go to" to see the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EKdejr8QdI

Cute, right?  

And now, let's take a peek at the Christmas Wishes kit.  What a great kit to make some delightful Christmas cards! 

Take a peek at this video to see the entire kit and how to assemble it. You can highlight the link, right click it and then click "go to" to see the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qVhbcCVpMA

So, what do you think?  Do you like these two new kits?  Will your kids or grandkids have fun creating?  And here's a hint:  The Christmas Wishes kit has card bases that can be cut apart to double your cards!  Just cut the card bases in half, and trim to fit on a layer of your cardstock choice from supplies you have at home.  Many times, I cut apart the card bases to double my cards.  And consider taking apart decorative envelopes too!  It's a fun way to make your kits go farther!  Use the stamp set included in the kit to stamp your layers and sentiments.  

If you'll be placing an order this month, be sure to use this link with my current July/August host code:  https://www.stampinup.com/?hostcode=WV2CBG27   I am still offering a FREE PACK of 6x6 designer series paper with ANY SIZE ORDER! But you must use my host code in order to receive it.

I hope you've enjoyed these two videos. Halloween is the start of the festive season for many, and there's so much more to be excited about!  We will have a new Mini catalog starting in September, and many of you will receive yours within the next couple of weeks.  Thanksgiving and Christmas are not too far behind.  Where does the time go?

Again, please contact me if you have any questions.  I am happy to help. Enjoy your week!

FREE SHIPPING EXTENDED !

If you tried to take advantage of the FREE SHIPPING today, you may have experienced some very slow response times. Stampin' Up! did increase their bandwidth to double, but it still wasn't enough.  Our IT Department was working all day to find fixes and get them out as quickly as possible. This allowed some orders to be processed, while some others could not complete the process. 

Here is the information from Stampin' Up!

It’s Free Shipping—what a day to encounter worldwide internet issues! While the cause is beyond our 

control, we want to do what we can to make the overall shopping experience better. We’re extending 

our Free Shipping promotion through the end of day on 24 July. Unfortunately, the underlying cause 

remains, so the ordering process may remain slow. Also, we will not have updated promotional materials 

for you to provide to your customers, but we know you’ll do a great job helping us spread the word. 

I realize that this can be very frustrating, and we sincerely apologize if you experienced this.  If you would like to try to complete your order later this evening, or early tomorrow morning, there might be a better chance of less stress because there will be less people online.  My ordering bonus still stands as well, so any order of any size will receive a free pack of 6x6 designer paper from me.  All you need to do is use my host code, link below.

Host code link for ordering:  https://www.stampinup.com/?hostcode=WV2CBG27

Thank you again for your support. I really appreciate you taking the time to place an order.

FREE SHIPPING TOMORROW !

 

When Stampin' Up! gears up, they really go to town!  We just found out that not only are the BONUS DAYS still in full force, but they have added a special FREE SHIPPING day for tomorrow, July 23rd ONLY!  Yes, that's right, FREE SHIPPING on ANY order of $ 75 or more!

Now you can stock up on all the supplies you need and want, like cardstock, designer papers, adhesives, embellishments, stamps, dies, punches... all of it! AND, you will still earn a BONUS COUPON of at least $ 5 on your order and get extra coupons if your order is in $ 50 increments.  For example, place a $ 75 order and get a coupon, or place a $ 100 order and get TWO coupons, and FREE SHIPPING! The bonus coupons are good for any order you place in August so be sure that when you order, you use your email address because that's how the coupons will be sent to you.  Just save those until August and enter them when prompted on your order.

But wait! That's not all!  I am still honoring my July Ordering Bonus too!  Every order will receive a FREE PACK of 6 x 6 Designer paper.  These will be retired papers, but they are brand new, so you'll receive a full pack of papers.

And still...there's MORE!  

Starting tomorrow and continuing through July 25th, many of our Paper Pumpkin kits and refills and add-on items will be on sale for up to 75% off!  Not everything is on sale, but many are, so now is the time to check it all out and enjoy free shipping with a $ 75 order, receive a FREE pack of 6x6 designer series paper from me and see if any of our kits and refills should come home to your house!

Whew! So many things happening with a lot of options.  If you'll be placing an order tomorrow, please use my HOST CODE (to the right, in red) when prompted.  If your order is $ 150 or more, DO NOT use the host code because you will get Stampin' Rewards yourself to use for free product. My Ordering Bonus for a free pack of 6x6 designer paper will still be sent to you.

I am off to get my free shipping order ready for tomorrow.  Have a super day!