Ink it up with Megan

Deal of the Week #4

2009-10-27T21:25:00.004-05:00

Item Page Description Regular Price Special Price

116213 175 Pirate Party Kit $15.95 $9.99

116214 174 Princess Party Kit $15.95 $9.99

Wanted

2009-10-25T22:00:00.000-05:00

Stamp Set: Wanted
Cardstock: Naturals White, More Mustard
Ink: Garden Green, More Mustard, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Paper towel, Hemp, Antique Brass Vintage Brads, Water bottle, Clear embossing powder, Heat tool

This is another technique we learned at the Wichita 1/2 day regional. It is called Faux Animal Skin. You will need paper towels to do this technique, the bumpy kind not smooth. Ink up your piece of paper towel with preferred color (I used Garden Green) spray with water bottle put clear embossing powder over the top, squish down into bumpy spots to ensure coverage. Heat. This allows the paper towel feel almost like snake skin. Great for animal, nature, or masculine projects.

Modified Wax Paper Best Wishes & More

2009-10-24T22:54:00.001-05:00

Stamp Set: Best Wishes & More

Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Cardstock: Pale Plum, Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Glossy White

Accessories: Wax Paper, Finial Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Iron, tissue

This card uses a technique that is a modified version of the wax paper technique. With this technique you take a piece of wax paper cut down to the size of your Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. Instead of using cardstock through the embossing folder, use the wax paper...it will not be a "clean" impression as with cardstock but more of a "weathered" look. You then take glossy cardstock, place the wax paper (raised impression facing the glossy side) and a piece of computer paper over the top of that, iron a few seconds with iron set on no steam cotton setting. After ironing, peel off the wax paper from the glossy cardstock, you will see a slight impression left on your cardstock. Brayer any color you wish over the glossy cardstock to the intensity you wish. Take a tissue or paper towel, wipe off any extra ink, this will also take off any remaining wax residue, showing the white glossy beneath. Awesome looking background technique.

Weathered Patterned Pines

2009-10-23T22:34:00.005-05:00

In the next few days I will be posting cards that were done at my last class. These cards were all inspired by techniques that were shown to us at the Wichita 1/2 day regional.

This card shows how to do a weathered technique using the Finial Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder and Designer Series Paper. This technique will only work using the DSP because it has a white core, our regular cardstock is color straight through and for this technique you need to have paper that has the white core. After embossing the DSP paper with the Big Shot, take our sanding blocks and lightly sand the raised embossed image. This will take off the top layer and this inturn gives it the weathered look. Upon sanding it also gives the paper a soft feeling just like the new Christmas Cocoa flocked paper.

Stamps: Pattern Pines (Holiday Mini)
Cardstock: Whisper White, Garden Green, Christmas Cocoa Specialty Paper
Accessories: Real Red, Garden Green Stampin' Write Markers, Finial Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Sanding Blocks, Big Shot

Stampin' Up! Wichita 1/2 Day Regional

2009-10-22T21:19:00.013-05:00

A few weeks ago I attended the Stampin' Up! 1/2 day regional here in Wichita. Any event that Stampin' Up! puts on is always top notch....full of great information, wonderful presenters and of course awesome projects. Along with most SU! events, the demonstrators are known for the swapping and this event was no different. Below are the swaps that I made to swap with other demonstators.

I used the new Sweet Treat Cups from the Holiday Mini Catalog for this wedding favor. Also used is the Bride Speciality paper, Wedding Sweet stamp set, Basic Black cardstock, Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon, Jet Black StazOn Ink Pad, and Pretties Kit.

Cardstock: Real Red, Whisper White, Soft Suede, Christmas Cocoa Specialty Paper (Holiday Mini)

Stamps: Dasher

Ink: Real Red

Accessories: Real Red Grosgrain, Big Shot, Backgrounds I Texturz Plate, Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint, and sponge dauber, Scallop Edge Punch

I know it is hard to see as I don't have a close up picture but I ran the Real Red Cardstock through the Big Shot with the Backgrounds I Texture Plate. After stamping Dasher in Real Red, I took a sponge dauber with Champagne Mist Shimmer paint to the stamp and then stamped with both on the Whisper White. This adds such a neat effect and just a subtle shimmer...very pretty!

Cardstock: Green Galore, Basic Black, Whistper White

Stamps: Eat, Drink, and Be Scary

Ink: Only Orange Basic Black

Accessories: Crimper, Halloween pencils

Deal of the Week #3

2009-10-20T10:55:00.002-05:00

The third Deal of the Week runs from October 19 through October 26

Item Page Description Regular Price Special Price
114348 179 Basic Jumbo grommets $6.95 $4.49
109857 179 Mini Library clips $12.95 $8.99
112571 179 Circle Designer brads $5.95 $3.99
112581 179 1/2" Library clips $6.95 $3.99

Deal of the Week #2

2009-10-12T21:35:00.005-05:00

Another Stampin' Up! Deal of the Week
From today October 12th thru October 19th

Perfect Setting Bigz XL die
Item number 115961

Page 200

regular price $42.95
sale price $25.99

Flower Burst Embosslits die
Item number 114515

Page number 195

regular price $11.95
sale price $5.99

Pop-Up Three Tier Bigz XL die
Item number 116760

Page number 201
regular price $39.95

sale price $25.49

MDS - Always

2009-10-05T21:32:00.003-05:00

This card was created using the My Digital Studio (MDS) program and the Always stamp set images. Once you figure out this program, it takes just minutes to create something. How awesome is that!

My Digital Studio

2009-10-01T23:01:00.003-05:00

My Digital Studio #118108 is available starting today ( October 1, 2009 ), also starting today you can get My Digital Studio for 50% off with a $400.00 (before S&H and tax) workshop/personal order.

You must call me or Email me your order to qualify for this promotion since I am required to place this order for you. Online orders reaching the required amount will NOT qualify.

Not only will you qualify for the My Digital Studio at 50% off BUT you will also get Hostess rewards of FREE money to spend and Hostess ONLY items which can be (2) level 1 Items OR (1) level 1 + (1) level 2 Hostess ONLY item

NOTE: My blog header, and in upcoming days, blog buttons are all created with the My Digital Studio. I am having so much fun using this program and can't wait to show you other projects using this program. Awesome investment for your crafting projects!

Deal of the Week

2009-10-01T22:42:00.007-05:00

Weekly, thru the month of October there will be select product at least 25% off.

This week's products are:

5-Petal Flower Punch
Regular Price: $17.72
Preferred Price: $15.95

My Way Punch
Regular Price: $17.72
Preferred Price: $15.95

Trio Flower Punch
Regular Price: $17.72
Preferred Price: $15.95

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

2009-09-04T14:38:00.002-05:00

Yes, I know I have neglected my blog and ultimately those of you who were coming to my blog.
Stay tuned.....I will be back on track soon and with a bit of a new look....Come back!

May Scrapbooking Project of the Month

2009-05-03T21:45:00.003-05:00

This super sunny scrapbook page is so simple to make with Stampin’ Up!’s Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin’ Kit.
SUPPLIES
Old Olive Stampin' Write Marker
Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit
Apricot Appeal 1/4 Inch Grosgrain Ribbon
Button Bouquet
Stampin' Dimensionals

May is National Scrapbooking Month

2009-05-03T20:50:00.004-05:00

Stampin' Up! is offering a few specials for National Scrapbooking Month (May 1- 31):

A deal on Designer Series Paper (Buy 3 get one FREE)

A 20% discount on a brand NEW alphabet set (this is a SNEAK PEAK, only available in July in the NEW 09/10 Idea Book and Catalog

Scrapbooking Starter Kit - $75

Contact me for more information on any or all of these specials

Scallop Envelope Easter Basket

2009-04-02T14:52:00.015-05:00

I have seen many people making these Easter baskets using the Scallop Envelope die for the Big Shot and decided I had to try this myself. It was so EASY and QUICK. Below are the steps for making your own.

First, using your Big Shot, cut out 6 Scallop Envelopes. Attach the side tabs together as shown above, with Sticky Strip.

Next, take your remaining ends and attach them together to make your basket whole.

You will now have a hole in the bottom and will need to "patch" it with another piece of cardstock. I made mine square.

I cut a 1"x11" piece of cardstock and punched the sides with the new Eyelet Border punch to make the handle. Attached it with sticky strip also.

I added Delicate Dots DSP (SAB) to each side and on the handle for another festive effect.

Snow, Snow, and More Snow

2009-03-28T11:45:00.008-05:00

This is what we woke up to today. Kansas is getting hit with a blizzard, sleet, snow, ice storm. Wichita faired far better then what western Kansas has gotten but this is so NOT the weather for us at the end of March...Last week it was mid-70's!

Polka Dot Punches

2009-03-26T08:00:00.001-05:00

This card has a fun little twist/technique that is kind of hard to see in the picture but it is just enough to add "something" to an other wise simple card. There is no name for this little twist but I guess you can call it "add a little bling". As you can see from the picture, the center of the flower is a brad. This isn't just any brad...I have taken a mini glue dot and formed it to the top of the brad and then dipped in into SU's Fine Cosmo Celery Glitter. Once the glitter has stuck to the glue dot, tap off any extra and add the bling to your project.

Stamps: Polka Dot Punches (SAB), Sincere Salutations
Card Stock: Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Delicate Dots DSP (SAB), So Saffon, and Whisper White
Ink: Bashful Blue and Certainly Celery
Accessories: Silver Brads, Mini Glue Dots, Fine Cosmo Celery Glitter, 1/16" hand held punch

Botanical Blooms

2009-03-24T08:00:00.005-05:00

This card features the Faux Film Strip technique and also uses the Texturz Backgrounds I plates.

To get the look of the film strip I stamped the Botanical Blooms images onto punched 1-1/4" squares and attached to Basic Black card stock that has been punched using the Spiral punch down both sides of the card stock.

(in this close up, I tried to show the texture on the card stock that was done using the Stampin' Up! Backgrounds I Texturz plate)

Stamps: Botanical Blooms (SAB)
Card stock: Bordering Blue, Regal Rose, Basic Black, and Whisper White
Ink: Bordering Blue, Pacific Point, Kiwi Kiss, Always Artichoke, Regal Rose, and Pink Piroutte
Accessories: Backgrounds I texturz plate, spiral punch, 1-1/4" square punch

Thoughts and Prayers

2009-03-22T08:00:00.000-05:00

This is another of my new favorites.

On this card, I used the new stamp set Thoughts and Prayers and our new texture plates (Gotta LOVE these) I inked the tree using Sage Shadow and Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write markers on Sahara Sand card stock. I tied Sage Shadow 1/4" Grograin Ribbon around that and attached it to Chocolate Chip card stock that I had run through the Big Shot with the Stampin' Up! Backgrounds I Texturz plates. I finished the card by adhering to another layer of Sage Shadow card stock.

The new texturz plates are a great way to add dimention to your projects in one easy step. Don't forget you can get your Big Shot starter kit now and reap all of the extra benefits from Sale-a-Bration.

5th Avenue Floral

2009-03-20T21:24:00.003-05:00

Fifth Avenue Floral is one of my new favorite stamp sets in the new Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book and Catalog. This stamp set just has so many elegant options for projects. This project highlights the crayon resist technique.

I stamped the flower images in Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red, and So Saffron on glossy white card stock. I used a white crayon in areas that I wanted to highlight (white image) in the flower. I then sponged Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red and So Saffron on the coordinating colored flowers and the area around them. Next, I took a tissue and lightly rubbed over the card stock. The ink will not stay on the crayon areas and will reveal the highlighted areas when the area is rubbed. To finish off this card, I tied 1" Double Stitched Baja Breeze Grosgrain ribbon at the bottom and mounted the glossy card stock to Baja Breeze card stock.

This is such a quick and easy technique that adds a wonderful effect to your projects.

3 Easy Payment Plan

2009-03-16T18:26:00.004-05:00

On Saturday, Stampin' Up! announced a great new way to become a demonstrator...
The 3 Easy Payment Plan!

Fabulous idea if you ask me, since we are all feeling the crunch of the lovely economic times and REALLY NEED our discount on our stamping supplies!!!

This limited time offer allows you to make a partial initial payment and still receive the Starter Kit right away. Read about the Starter Kit here (including details on how to join)

3 PAYMENT DETAIL:
Payment #1 (charged when you order) - $56.34 (+ sales tax)
Payment #2 (charged April 15) - $56.33
Payment #3 (charged May 15) -$56.33

JOIN BEFORE MARCH 31 AND YOU WILL:

Save 15% OFF the Starter Kit (regular price is $199)
Choose a FREE stamp set - valued up to $47.95

SIGN UP IS EASY:
Start by printing the order form and customize your started kit.
Fill out the 3 Easy Payment form
Contact me -paperwork must be mailed to Stampin' Up!.

You cannot join online if you want to take advantage of the payment plan.

It's the perfect time to be a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator!

You can simply enjoy the discount for yourself or start a club by stamping with a few friends each month or make it a full time business.

In my 9 years as a demonstrator, I have never had a day where I hated my boss or worried about getting laid off

Do I look like I'm having fun??? I truly LOVE what I do!
I would love to have you join my Stampin' Team!

If you have any questions please e-mail me. I'm here to help you benefit from doing what you already LOVE!

Now back to stamping!

Scrapbooking Project of the Month

2009-03-05T10:07:00.003-06:00

Click HERE to view details on this Scrapbooking Project of the Month provided by Stampin' Up!

Card of the Month

2009-03-05T09:50:00.004-06:00

Click HERE for details on this March Card Project of the Month provided by Stampin' Up!

Welcome Frame

2009-02-27T21:20:00.002-06:00

A teacher at school got married last weekend and I made this welcome frame for her, for her new home. I won't go into much detail as it has a combination of retired and current Stampin' Up! elements but these frames are fun and easy to do and are great gifts for just about anyone or a fun project for yourself. I also want to shout out a "Thank You" to Lori who made it possible for me to complete this project (supplied me with the frame)

Big Shot-Petal Card Hanging Pounch

2009-02-26T19:59:00.009-06:00

I finally downloaded my camera with previous projects that were on there.

This is a hanging pouch that I made for teachers and staff at school and church that I just wanted to wish a Happy Valentine's Day to.

This hanging pouch is made using the Stampin' Up! Big Shot and the Petal Card Die (pg. 197 in the new Spring and Summer Idea Book and Catalog!

This little pouch is so incredibly quick and easy to put together:

Using your Big Shot, cut two of the Petal Cards. Fold up just two of the petals which will then form a heart shape. The two folded petals help to form the bottom of the pouch. Then, you cut a strip of cardstock 1 1/4" x 5 1/2" (the width can be made bigger if you'd like to put more in your pouch) Crease the bottom strip in half (at 2 3/4") and attach the strip to the folded petals to make your bottom of the pounch. I used Jumbo Eyelets and 1/4" Grosgrain ribbon for the handle. I used the Candy Lane DSP and the two new heart punches, Full Heart and Heart to Heart to decorate the outside.

Stampin' Up! Order

2009-02-16T21:09:00.008-06:00

I had to take this picture of a recent order that came from the new Spring/Summer Idea Book and Catalog. I got a lot of new and fun items to play with. I have started playing with some of them and can't wait to show you those projects and also how to use some of these new products (can you say new Big Shot toys and punches) Not only did I get the stuff I ordered but I took advantage of Sale-a-bration and received a few FREE stamp sets.

Don't forget you too can take advantage of SAB.

See this post for more information and contact me today with your order!

Heart to Heart

2009-02-12T10:00:00.000-06:00

This is another Valentine's card that we did at a recent class. I still am not sure what I think about it, it was easy to produce but it just feels like it was missing something. I LOVE the new Heart to Heart punch though and love that you can get it across a card 3 times!

Stamp Sets: Love You Much

Paper: Rose Red, Pink Pirouette

Accessories: Heart to Heart punch, Scallop punch, 1-1/4 Circle punch, 1/16 Circle Handheld PunchWhite Gel Pen

Love You Much

2009-02-11T19:56:00.000-06:00

A quick valentine.

Made this card with customers during the Love You Much promotion. This uses the new stamp set..Love You Much, Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip, and Pretty in Pink card stocks, the new Candy Lane DSP and Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon. To bring a bit of color to the word "love" I used the Aqua Painter and dragged the stamped color into the word. I also used one of the flowers from the Trio Flower Punch attached with a silver brad to add dimension.

Sweetest Stems

2009-02-09T08:00:00.000-06:00

I am LOVING all of the new Big Shot Dies that are now available. This card uses one of the new embosslits. Sweetest Stems to be exact. What is awesome is the new Designer Series Paper Raspberry Tart that coordinates perfectly with this embosslit. I chose to do a tone on tone color in Kiwi Kiss for this card, very elegant. One thing I did change after I made this one, for my customers to make, was to change the white punched scalloped edge to Pretty in Pink. We liked that combination so much better, the colors complimented each other more.

Elegant Thank You

2009-02-08T08:00:00.000-06:00

This 4-1/4 x 4-1/4 card was made using one of our new "under $10" individual stamps (Elegant Thank You) that was released in the Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book and Catalog. Get your new catalog now and see what other exciting items are now available.

Stamps: Elegant Thank You, Pretty Petals

Ink: Whisper White Craft Ink, Baja Breeze

Paper: Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White

Accessories: Scallop Square Punch, Baja Breeze 1" Double-Stitched Grograin Ribbon, Not Quite Navy Stampin' Write

Designer Series Paper Embossing

2009-02-05T08:54:00.000-06:00

This is a very quick and easy technique (again from my December technique class. To add dimension to your projects emboss over your designer series paper. In this project I used white embossing powder over Frosty Days DSP. Again, this adds dimention to your projects w/o adding a lot of extras.

Stamps: Best Wishes and More

Ink: Versamark

Paper: Frosty Days DSP (Holiday Mini-now discontinued), Tangerine Tango

Accessories: White Embossing Powder, Tag and Sm. Tag punches, Tangerine Tango 5/8" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Faux Quilting

2009-02-04T08:53:00.000-06:00

Yet another technique card from my December class. This is faux quilting.

Directions: Punch out 6 squares of patterned paper. Cut one square in half diagonally & then cut it in half again. Adhere 1 square in the corner of another color of contrasting card stock. Add a quarter square piece on both sides of the square piece. Continue in a square until you have a quilt. Add the center square & optional embellishements in and/or around the edges.

Stamps: Wonderful Words (FW 08 Discontinued)

Ink: Always Artichoke

Paper: Juentos DSP, Really Rust, Always Artichoke

Accessories: Boho Blossoms Punch, Rich Regal Brads

Round Tab Punch Circle

2009-02-03T09:53:00.002-06:00

This card was another project that was demo'd at my December technique class. The Celebrate You was punched with the 1-3/4" circle punch and the outer layer was made using the Round Tab Punch in a 3x3 piece of cardstock. Insert the 3"x3"cardstock all the way into the round tab punch, being careful that it’s also centered from one side to the other, and punch. Turn the cardstock 90 degrees, viewing your punch upside down to line up with the corner edges of the previous punch, and punch again. This will give you the next size up circle for an outer layer. (You can now get this effect using the new CircleScissor Plus...pg 188 in SS09 catalog)

Stamps: Party Hardy

Ink: Tangerine Tango

Paper: Frosty Days DSP (now disc. Holiday Mini), Tangerine Tango, Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Round Tab Punch, 1-3/4" Punch

Faux Framing

2009-02-02T21:52:00.002-06:00

This card shows a technique called "Faux Framing". We did this card in December at my Techniques class. To get the effects of Faux Framing you use the coluzzle, a punch, or other "frame" to make a mask. Then you sponge ink onto your cardstock and stamp inside the shading. When you remove the mask it gives you that framed look.

Stamps: Lovely as a Tree, Wonderful Words (now discontinued)

Ink: Night of Navy, Brocade Blue

Paper: Night of Navy, Brocade Blue, Whisper White

Accessories: Stampin' Sponges, Ticket Corner Punch, Paper Frame

It's Sale-a-bration Time

2009-02-02T21:31:00.003-06:00

It's Sale-a-bration time again at Stampin' Up!, and free product is what it's all about!

Click to view Sale-A-Bration Brochure

Every year Stampin' Up! gives customers, hostesses, and new demonstrators the opportunity to earn fantastic, FREE, limited-edition products they'll enjoy for years to come.

Here's how Sale-A-Bration works:

Customers

When you spend $50 on Stampin' Up! merchandise, you'll receive a free Sale-A-Bration reward. There's no limit-for every $50 you spend, you can select another free Sale-A-Bration reward.

Hostesses

When you host a workshop, stamp club, book show or just place an of at least $300 (before tax and shipping), you'll receive a free Sale-A-Bration reward in addition to all of the regular hostess benefit of a free stamp set and free Stampin' Up products.

Recruits

During Sale-A-Bration, anyone who joins as a demonstrator can choose any retail stamp set (a value up to $47.95) from the current catalog when signing up during the promotion. Plus, for a limited time, get 15% off the regular $199 price of the Starter Kit--that's $335 worth of products for only $169.

No Excuses....

2009-02-01T22:02:00.004-06:00

I have no excuses for not updating my blog in ages with any new projects or for that matter anything! Sorry to those that were actually keeping up with what I was putting on here and hopefully I can get you interested again. Stay tuned :-)

Inventory Blowout - Announced Today

2009-01-05T21:16:00.006-06:00

Stampin' Up! is offering an Inventory Blowout on select retired, retiring and current products . . . up to 50% off regular price . Jan. 5 through Jan. 18, 2009 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! You have seen these types of sales sell out quickly. If there's something you love, please don't hesitate to place your order.

Items retiring from the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog:
Item Page Description Regular Price Discount Price
109190 180 On Board 9" x 9" clipboard $7.95 $5.99
107925 181 On Board Bitty Book $9.95 $6.99
105384 183 Mellow Moss 6" x 6" Linen Post Album $19.95 $14.99
105381 183 Real Red 6" x 6" Linen Post album $19.95 $14.99
103977 187 Bold Bright buttons $6.95 $4.99
104389 188 Double Circle punch $5.95 $4.49
114447 n/a Country Living Holiday Collection Stampin' Kit $49.95 $24.98
*Items available while supplies last; page numbers refer to the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

Retired items from the Spring-Summer 2008 Idea Book & Catalog:
Item Page Description Regular Price Discount Price
109013 163 Blue Bayou Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99
109012 163 Groovy Guava Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99
109011 163 Purely Pomegranate Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99
109010 163 River Rock Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99
109009 163 Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99
109014 163 Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin' Pad $5.25 $3.99

109179 178 On Board Ginormous Pieces $14.95 $10.99
109189 190 Beachfront Ribbon Originals $12.95 $7.99
109187 190 District Ribbon Originals $12.95 $7.99
109188 190 Fairy Tale Ribbon Originals $12.95 $8.99
109185 190 Jersey Ribbon Originals $12.95 $8.99
109184 190 Sherbet Ribbon Originals $12.95 $8.99

109186 190 Theater Ribbon Originals $12.95 $8.49
109062 191 River Rock double-stitched ribbon $8.95 $6.49
110716 191 Wild Wasabi striped grosgrain ribbon $7.95 $5.49
*Items available while supplies last; page numbers refer to the Spring-Summer 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

Current products appearing in the upcoming Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog:
Item Page Description Regular Price Discount Price
111349 162 Tangerine Tango 8-1/2" x 11" card stock $5.50 $4.49
111345 162 In Color (2008-2009) 12" x 12" textured card stock $11.95 $8.99
109110 185 Fire Circle Rhinestone brads $10.95 $7.99
109112 185 Fire Square Rhinestone brads $10.95 $7.99
109113 185 Ice Square Rhinestone brads $10.95 $7.99
111325 185 Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware $29.95 $22.49
112454 185 Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware $29.95 $22.49
113451 n/a 20th Anniversary Embosslits die $11.95 $9.49
*Quantities at reduced price are limited; page numbers refer to the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog.

Retired Accessory List Announced Today

2009-01-05T21:04:00.002-06:00

Stampin' Up! has released the retiring accessories list and the items are available while quantities last so order early to ensure you get what you want.

111377 ACCENTS & ELEMENTS ROOF GARDEN
112012 ACCENTS & ELEMENTS SEASON TO SHARE
112088 ACCENTS & ELEMENTS TRUE ELEGANCE
102782 ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 12X12
104188 ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 6X6
105384 ALBUM LINEN POST MELLOW MOSS 6X6*
104516 ALBUM LINEN POST NAVY 6X6
105381 ALBUM LINEN POST REAL RED 6X6*
103977 BUTTONS BOLD BRIGHTS*
103978 BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS
103981 BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS & NEUTRALS
105446 BUTTONS RICH REGALS
105445 BUTTONS SOFT SUBTLES
103604 DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 12X12
102174 DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 8 1/2X11
112465 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BANBURY
112462 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GEORGIA PEACH
112463 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GHOSTLY GREETINGS
112040 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GREEN TEA
112470 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAIKU
112460 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAWAII PAPAYA
112469 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HOLIDAY TREASURES
112458 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER JUNIOR VARSITY
112459 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MAINE BLUEBERRY
112466 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MUIRFIELD
112149 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PARISIAN SUMMER
112467 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PRESTWICK
111355 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SUMMER PICNIC
112039 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WINDSOR KNOT
112963 ELEMENTOS PARA TARJETAS DIAS FESTIVOS HECHOS A MANO SIMPLY SENT 106523 ENVELOPE TEMPLATE FIVE-IN-ONE CARD COVER
104104 ENVELOPE TEMPLATE MINI
107298 ENVELOPES CONFETTI WHITE MEDIUM
110695 ENVELOPES OPEN END KRAFT SMALL
109115 ENVELOPES OPEN END VERY VANILLA SMALL
103372 METAL EDGE TAGS ALUMINUM WHITE SQUARE
107925 ON BOARD BITTY BOOK*
109190 ON BOARD CLIPBOARD 9X9*
109180 ON BOARD SIMON UPPER
112086 ON BOARD SOMETHING SEASONAL
107923 PAGE PROTECTORS RING 3.25 X 3.25
104942 PUNCH 1/4 INCH CIRCLE
104943 PUNCH 1/4 INCH SQUARE
107273 PUNCH 3/4 INCH SQUARE
104389 PUNCH DOUBLE CIRCLE*
100391 PUNCH HANDHELD 1/8 INCH CIRCLE
104830 RIBBON GINGHAM CARAMEL
104829 RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT BLUE
104828 RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT PINK
104831 RIBBON GINGHAM MOSS
109037 RIBBON GROSGRAIN MORE MUSTARD 1/4 INCH
110282 RUB ON ANCHORED
111806 RUB ON CHILLS & THRILLS
111805 RUB ON SCHOOL DAYS
111417 RUB ON WORD FLURRIES
110283 RUB ONS TAKE NOTE
112193 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN I WISH
112186 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN PINA COLADA
112068 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUMMER HOME
112043 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN U R SWEET
112061 SIMPLY SCRAPPIN WINTER RETREAT
112016 SIMPLY SENT CARD ELEMENTS HANDMADE HOLIDAY
109868 SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT LIFELONG NOTES
103647 STAMPIN STORE MINI
105813 WRITE ME A MEMORY FONT CD VOL II
107212 MATEYS MAP WHEEL
106749 BRIGHT BULBS WHEEL
109672 BRONCO WHEEL
104100 MAKING TRACKS WHEEL
108978 SANDY SHELLS WHEEL
110332 SNOW WHEEL
109683 SNOWFLAKE WHEEL
109694 SWEET STARS WHEEL
111249 TAKE A NUMBER WHEEL

Love You Much Bundle

2009-01-04T21:12:00.004-06:00

December 23, 2008 - January 31, 2009

Get ready for Valentine's Day with the exclusive Love You Much Bundle (item 115405).

The Love You Much Bundle includes the following:

Description Retail Value
Love You Much stamp set $25.95
Candy Lane Designer Series paper $9.95
Heart To Heart punch $15.95

Bundle Retail Value $51.85
Love You Much Bundle (20% off; item 115405) $41.48

These items are a sneak peek from the upcoming Spring/Summer Idea Book and Catalog coming out January 19th. They will be available but they will not be available as a bundle nor at a discounted price as they are now.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to grab a great deal on some awesome new upcoming products and get a jump start on your valentine's projects. Below are some ideas to get you going:

Little candy containers using the Sizzix Pillow Box die and Candy Lane Designer Series paper.
Handmade Valentine's Day boxes for school or home.
Candy bouquets with stamped accents.
Candy jar with a Designer Series paper belly band and stamped tag.
Sweet words jar: Take a glass jar and decorate it with paper and stamps. Then put a bunch of slips of paper into the jar that say why you love the recipient. The recipient takes out one slip of paper each day.
A decorated photo frame.
A Valentine's gift wrapped in Candy Lane Designer Series paper.
Confetti made from punched out hearts; good for putting on tables or beds, or in a cello bag as filler.
Place settings (napkin holder, name tents, etc.) for a special Valentine's dinner.
A 50 Reasons "I Love You" book.

Retired List is OUT!!

2008-12-09T09:39:00.004-06:00

The Retiring Stamp Set List is HERE!!
Today is the BIG day. Stampin Up! Has announced their retired list of stamp sets from the Fall/Winter 2008 Catalog. You have until January 18th, 2009 to get the retired stamp sets . Plus 10% off stamp sets until Dec 23, 2008 PLUS Free shipping on all order of $70.00 or more until Dec 23, 2008. THIS IS HUGE!!!!

Click HERE to view alphabetical listing of Retired List

Click HERE to view numerical listing of Retired List

Click HERE to view 10% off pricing

Just a Note: Retired list of Accessories
The list of retired accessories will be announced on January 5, 2009. All accesories are limited so purchase those that you want quickly before they are gone forever .

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20% HOLIDAY SAMPLER SETS

DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 18
Spend $20 and get 20% off any stamp set from the Fall-Winter Sampler.

Click HERE to learn more

Advent Calendar

2008-12-08T22:28:00.005-06:00

I had to share this advent calendar that Dena Rekow provided others as a kit. It is so incredibly cute and so easy to do. It has little tins that can put daily goodies in to open as you celebrate the Advent season.

Jingle All the Way

2008-12-08T22:22:00.004-06:00

I saw this project on Mary Brown's blog and I just had to try it. This uses a rectangle glass block, the small Jingle All the Way Decor Elements, Riding Hood Red/Very Vanilla 1 1/4” ribbon, and the Pretties kit.

Celebrate the Holidays IV

2008-12-08T22:03:00.013-06:00

Friday, I held the last of my Celebrate the Holiday's Classes. The focus of this one was packaging for the holiday's yet all projects can be used for any time of the year with a change of the colors and/or stamp set.

Attendee's did a Bag in a Box, Triangle Box and and Envelope Bag (above)

A Top Note Bag

And a Gift Card Holder.

Holiday Extravaganza Bundles Update

2008-11-28T20:24:00.004-06:00

The All in the Family and the Mission Embossable Bundles are SOLD OUT! Remember if you are interested in purchasing any of these bundles.....you have until December 1st or until supplies last.

Holiday Extravaganza Bundles Now Available- 50% off Select Bundles

2008-11-25T22:19:00.017-06:00

This is something I personally have not seen Stampin' Up! do in the 8 years I have been a demonstrator. Stampin' Up! is having a Black Friday sale on a lot of different items. These are LARGE discounts on BUNDLES of like items. This sale is only available from November 26th - December 1st and will be on an "as quanities last" basis, so if you see something you like, I would grab it asap to ensure that it is there for you.

You can place your orders directly on my Stampin' Up! website HERE or call/email me if you'd rather not do it online.

Click HERE to view promotional flyer with all of the selected bundles.

Holiday Extravaganza

2008-11-21T21:32:00.003-06:00

Stampin' Up! is having a fantastic on-line only sale beginning November 26th. Selected items will be up to 50% off. We've been told that quantities are limited so to shop early.

Here's the bullet points:

The sale is a limited-time, 20 to 50 percent discount on select product bundles from November 26 through December 1, 2008.
Details on discounted product bundles will be announced when the sale begins November 26.
Quantities of discounted bundles are limited, so you and your customers should place orders online early.

So as you see, even us, as demonstrators, have no idea of what is on sale!!!! In order to take part in the sale, you will need to visit my Stampin' Up! website on November 26th, click here to see the promotion flyer and to order. You can use credit cards to make your purchases. Remember, quantities are limited so be sure to shop early.

Celebrate the Holidays III

2008-11-21T20:44:00.009-06:00

Last Friday, I had the 3rd of my Celebrate the Holiday's classes. Those that attended made the Create-a-Calender from the Holiday Mini, in addition, attendee's made a sampling of the ornament kits also in the Holiday Mini and a winter card. Along with the Create-a-Calendar I showed the 4-1/4" x 9" On Board Clipboard decorated with coordinating papers that makes a wonderful addition to this project. You can put your monthly calendar on it, a month at a time and either hang by the loop in the back, or add magnets to put it on your refrigerator. This is a great neighbor, teacher or grandparent gift!
There are 2 ornament kits available in the Holiday Mini...Star Bright Designer Series Paper Ornaments and the On Board Trinkets Ornaments. These kits make more between 40-65 ornaments depending on which kit. The DS papers used for these ornaments coordinate with our new In Colors. Why not try making these for your Christmas tree or other holiday decorating.

This card was made using the Ski Slope Designer Series Paper, Ribbon Origionals, and Felt Flurries...all from the Holiday Mini.

Gift Registry

2008-11-11T22:20:00.018-06:00

Are you tired of receiving gifts from friends and family that are not really what you wanted?

Do you have a Stampin’ Up! wish list that is a mile long?

Well, we can solve these two problems at once!

I now have a Gift Registry where you can send me your wish list online and I will let your friends and/or family members know that they can purchase Stampin' Up! products as Christmas gifts (or any other special occasion) for you. I will even wrap these products to make it even easier for the gift giver in your life. And as always, any denomination of gift certificates can also be purchased.

It's easy to start your gift registry....simply click on the "Gift Registry" link on the right under Stampin' Up! Links. Fill out the form and click send. I will receive notification with the necessary information and that is how simply the process starts.

Set up your gift registry TODAY!!

Gift Giving Guide

2008-11-11T22:11:00.003-06:00

Stampin’ Up! has put together a cool ‘Gift Guide’ that features lists of items/gifts that you can buy for under $10, $25, $50 & $100! Click the Holiday Gift Guide link (photo at the right as you scroll down the page) to view the list.

Of course, you can always buy a gift certificate from me (the gift that ‘fits’ everyone!).

Veteran's Day

2008-11-11T12:09:00.003-06:00

Happy Veteran's Day!

May we always remember and honor

those that are and have served our country

Emergency Card Kit

2008-11-07T20:41:00.006-06:00

Last night I held an Emergency Card Kit Class

This class used the Best Ever Simply Scrappin' Kit. Attendees went home with 12 cards, envelopes, and a card box to put the cards in. This kit is great to have on hand for those last minute needed cards or makes a great gift for someone.....think upcoming holidays!! Those that attended also went home with all of the remaining supplies from the Simply Scrappin' Kit to make more Emergency Card Kits, scrapbook pages or other card projects...There was PLENTY left over. If you would like to make your own Emergency Card Kit, contact me for more details.

This class was inspired by one done by Andrea Walford and adapted by Mary Brown.

Country Living promotion

2008-11-04T10:27:00.002-06:00

Right now (November 1 - December 31) Stampin' Up! has a promotion going on that is featured in the December Country Living Magazine. It is a stamp kit that has everything you need to creat beautiful handcrafted ornaments. The kit contains: Holiday Collections 6 pc stamp set, Die-cut chipboard w/ Designer Series Paper, Whisper White card stock, Ribbon and cording, Pretties Kit brads, Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter, Classic and Craft Stampin Spots and Adhesives. This kit retails for $49.95. Below is the link to the featured items in the Country Living Magazine and a link to the Stampin' Up! brochure with more information on the items in the kit.

http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/handmade-holiday-crafts-1208

http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/country_living_US.pdf (SU promotional flyer)

Shelli's Holiday Place Settings

2008-10-31T22:25:00.016-05:00

Check out Shelli Gardner's (CEO of Stampin' Up!) video of her showing holiday place settings. It will take you about 7 minutes to view (it also has a very short ad before the video), well worth it!

Supply List

Stamp Sets:

Cute & Curly Punch Label bundle

Everyday Flexible Phrases

Holiday Blitz

Simple Serif Mini Alphabet & Numbers

Wild West Alphabet

Stampin' Pads

Baja Breeze Classic

Chocolate Chip Classic

Old Olive Classic

Real Red Classic

Card Stock/Paper

Ski Slope Designer Series paper

Baja Breeze card stock

Chocolate Chip card stock

Naturals White card stock

Old Olive card stock

Real Red card stock

Accessories

Dies:

Big Shot die cutting machine

Pillow Box die

Scallop Circle #2 die

Top Note Bigz die

Accents:

Pretties Kit

Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware

Adhesives:

Anywhere Glue Stick

Stampin' Dimensionals

Two-Way Glue Pen

Punches:

1/16 Circle punch

3/4 Circle punch

Horizontal Slot punch

Ribbon/Cord/Thread:

Alpine Ribbon Originals

Baja Breeze 5/8 striped grosgrain ribbon

Linen thread

Silver elastic cord

Miscellaneous:

Acetate (from office supply store; thick)

Bone folder

Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter

Instructions
Napkin ring

Make card stock note using Top Note Bigz die. Adhere Designer Series paper on card stock, stamp (on New Year's napkin ring), fold, and smooth folds using bone folder. Stamp label image, punch out and/or cut, and adhere to napkin ring. Punch out slots and tie together with ribbon (Note: New Year's napkin ring is tied together with Silver elastic cord). Accent as shown.

Name plate

Make card stock note using Top Note Bigz die; stamp (on New Year's name plate), fold in half, and smooth fold with bone folder. Adhere Designer Series paper on card stock (Note: layer paper on Old Olive card stock first for Christmas name plate). Accent as shown.

Favor

Make favor box using Pillow Box die, and fill with treats. Create belly band out of Designer Series paper (Note: layer paper for New Year's favor), and adhere to favor. Stamp label image, and punch out. Adhere label and accent as shown.

Confetti

Make several large and small scallop circles out of Designer Series paper. Stamp and cut out/punch smaller images (acorns for Thanksgiving, trees for Christmas, and snowflakes for New Year's) as shown. Glue glitter on snowflakes.

Celebrate the Holidays II (part two)

2008-10-18T17:52:00.005-05:00

These are the remaining projects from my Celebrate the Holiday's II class that I had last night. These were showcasing fall and Thanksgiving. See here for the first set of projects that I previewed before the class.

Masculine Mania Class

2008-10-18T17:15:00.009-05:00

Last week I had my Masculine Mania Class. Below are the projects that we did.

Happy Birthday Card 1:

Stamp set: Happy Birthday

Paper: Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper, Bashful Blue, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Whisper White

Ink: Old Olive

Accessories: Small Tag and Tag punches, Jumbo Eyelets

Happy Birthday Card 2:

Stamp set: Four Square, Seeing Spots

Paper: Pacific Point, Whisper White, Tangerine Tango

Ink: Versamark, Pacific Point

Accessories: 1 3/4 Circle Punch, 1 3/8 square Punch, 1 1/4 square punch, Tangerine Tango, 5/8" striped grosgrain ribbon, sponge daubers

For You card:
Stamp Set: Say it with Scallops, Canvas Background
Cardstock: Going Gray, Basic Black, Bravo Burgandy
Ink: Black Stazon
Accessories: Sliver Brads, Crafter’s Tool Kit
Birthday card:
Stamp Set: Upsy Daisy
Cardstock: More Mustard, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Ruby Red
Ink: More Mustard, Ruby Red
Accessories: Crafter’s Tool Kit, Natural Hemp, Crimper

Congrats Card
Stamp Set: Say it with Scallops
Cardstock: Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy, Kiwi Kiss
Ink: Not Quite Navy
Accessories: Star and Large Star, 1 3/4” Circle Punch (to make the curly q’s)

Kansas City Regional (Swaps)

2008-10-18T16:14:00.004-05:00

Here are the swaps I did for the Kansas City Regional:
Pocket Silhouettes card:
Stamp Set:: Pocket Silhouettes Card
Paper: Windsor Knot Designer Series Paper, Sage Shadow, Chocolate Chip
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Chocolate Chip 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Scallop Edge Punch
Ladybug card:
Stamp Set: Flight of the Butterfly
Paper: Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper, real Red, Pixie Pink, Basic Black
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: Scallop Edge Punch, Scallop Punch, Photo Corner Punch, 1” and ¼” Circle punches, Soft Subtles Brads
Gingerbread Card
Stamp Set: Deer Friends
Paper, Chocolate Chip, Kiwi Kiss, Riding Hood Red, Whisper White
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Scallop Punch, 1 3/8 and 1 ¼ Circle punches, Alpine Ribbon Originals (holiday mini)

This is a notebook that I made for my friend Lori for regionals. It is using the Juntos paper (spanish supplement). The owl is made using the scallop, round tab, 3/4 circle, 1/2 circle, 1/4 circle, star, and trio flower punches. I embellished it with chocolate chip 5/8" grosgrain and apricot appeal 1/4" grosgrain.

Celebrate the Holidays II

2008-10-13T11:13:00.004-05:00

I apologize for slacking this week on posts, and I promise I will post swaps, pictures, and last weekends class projects later this week....last week ran away from me with all of the boys activities etc....right now, I wanted to post a preview of a couple of projects for Friday's upcoming Fall/Thanksgiving Celebrate the Holiday's Class. There will be three other projects that I will post after the class on Friday but be assured that they will also be GREAT and you will most likely see a few wild animals (hint....gobble gobble, hoot hoot)...

Until Later!

Holiday Mini Catalog Starts Today

2008-10-01T21:11:00.004-05:00

Starting today the Holiday Mini Catalog was made available to all Stampin' Up! customers. I absoluletely LOVE this mini catalog!! All of the new stamp sets, Designer Series Paper and all of the holiday ornament sets are just wonderful. The possiblities are endless!

Most of you should have recieved your copy in the mail but you can also click http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/HolidayMini_08_US.pdf to view.

Stampin' Up!'s Birthday Promotion

2008-10-01T01:00:00.001-05:00

Stampin' Up! is having a birthday but WE get the presents!

Begining today, in celebration of SU!'s 20th birthday spend $20 in regular catalog merchandise and qualify to purchase any of the preselected birthday/celebration stamp sets below at 20% off.

Item # Page # Description Retail Price 20% Off Price

109439 62 Big Bold Birthday $27.95 $22.36

112895 62 Cumpleaños genial y divertido * $27.95 $22.36

111532 63 Party Hearty* $26.95 $21.56

110994 64 Bitty Birthday $12.95 $10.36

111618 64 Crazy for Cupcakes* $23.95 $19.46

161115 65 Simple Birthday Thanks* $17.95 $14.36

111702 65 Time to Party* $16.95 $13.56

108559 68 Crab & Company $27.95 $22.36

*Stamp sets are die cut.

Spooky Spider Decor Elements

2008-09-30T22:40:00.004-05:00

(Image shows: Kiwi Kiss 5/8" striped grosgrain ribbon (#111372), small spider on tag and medium spider on glass jar.)

Make your home and Halloween projects spooktacular this year with the Spooky Spider Décor Elements™! Decorate your candy jar to thrill the treaters, or adhere it above your door to scare off the tricksters. Whatever you do, you’ll be a Halloween hit!

The exclusive Spooky Spider comes in three sizes (Small = 4-5/8" x 4", Medium = 8-7/8" x 7-3/4", & Large = 14-15/16" x 13") and two colors (Black, White) and is designed to coordinate with our Ghostly Greetings Designer Series paper and our Chills & Thrills Rub-Ons from the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog.

Spooky Spider is just in time to help you get ready for Halloween and is priced low so it won’t break your budget.

These spiders won’t hang around long, so contact me today to get your Spooky Spider Décor Elements before they vanish into the night!

Kansas City Regional

2008-09-29T21:18:00.002-05:00

Stampin' Up! has done it again! This past weekend I traveled to Kansas City to attend a Stampin' Up! regional (like a mini convention) with my friend Lori. They did not disappoint in what we received. It was a day filled with new ideas that I can't wait to show you. There were many project samples, make and takes, and we even got a free stamp set! There were many prize drawings but I, nor anyone at my table were any of the lucky ones that won. For me, another highlight was that after 8 years as a demo, I finally got the opportunity to meet Shelli (CEO and Co-Founder of Stampin' Up!) Another perk of a smaller regional event were the much smaller crowds and more personal. All and all a great day. In the coming days I will post more photos.

Happy Birthday

2008-09-23T21:30:00.003-05:00

Last week was my birthday and this week, my good friend Lori stopped by and brought me the cutest birthday set. On the left is a handmade bag that held a little goodie and on the right is a stand up card. She used Big Bold Birthday for both pieces. Is it not adorable? Love it....Thanks Lori!

Celebrate the Holidays I (part two)

2008-09-19T22:45:00.007-05:00

These are the remaining projects that we did at tonight's first Celebrate the Holidays class. (The first set of projects were posted a few days ago.)

Supplies used for each project are as follows:

6x6 scrapbook page: Ghostly Greetings Designer Series Paper, Kiwi Kiss and Tangerine Tango cardstock, 1" circle punch, small oval punch, scallop edge punch and Tangerine Tango 5/8" striped grograin ribbon.

3x3 card: Juntos Designer Series Paper (spanish suppliment), Eat, Drink, and Be Scarry (available October 1st)Always Artichoke, Really Rust, and Very Vanilla cardstock, Always Artichoke, Really Rust and More Mustard Stampin' Write markers, ticket corner and 1-1/4 square punch, clip assortment, and 1/4" Very Vanilla grosgrain

Stampin' Up! Customer Satisfaction Survey

2008-09-14T20:36:00.003-05:00

Stampin' Up! is inviting you to share your thoughts and opinions about its products, the catalog, online options, and me, your demonstrator!

Please click here to take a short 10 minute survey;

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=zAjIeESBQxk_2f1nBt7flkYA_3d_3d.

Your responses are confidential. You will not be asked for any personal information and your answers will not be disclosed to other parties. You will not be subjected to any marketing or sales efforts as a result of your answers to this survey. The deadline for completing the survey is Wednesday, September 24, 2008. Thank you in advance for your time and opinion.

Celebrate the Holidays I (part one)

2008-09-14T17:25:00.007-05:00

This is a sneak peek of 2 of the projects that will be offered at Friday's Celebrate the Holidays I Class. Both of these projects are using the Big Shot, the new In Colors and Eat, Drink and Be Scary, a new stamp set in the upcoming Holiday Mini. Don't forget to RSVP by Wednesday, Sept 17th to attend the first of the upcoming Holiday Classes.

Technique Class Highlights

2008-09-12T20:47:00.003-05:00

These are the cards we did at last nights Technique class. We covered Faux Tile, Moonlight or Brayered Background Technique, Faux Metal Tag, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Big Shot with highlighted images.

2008-09-11T11:51:00.003-05:00

Let Us Not Forget!

Online Ordering 24/7

2008-09-10T10:42:00.005-05:00

Online Ordering is only a click away!

Purchasing your favorite Stampin'Up! products has never been easier . Shop from your home at whatever time of day that is convenient for YOU!

Please make sure you do all your online shopping with me at my SU! website (http://meganstadler.stampinup.net) when you shop online from my web site all prices of products will be the same listed price as in our fabulous catalog. (if you don't use my website and just use the SU! website then you will be charged more) and don't forget you will get the same Hostess benefits of FREE goodies when shopping online . All orders will be shipped directly to your home via UPS .

Click on the SHOP NOW button (top right) then click on CUSTOMER LOGIN to set up your new online account then your ready !!

You may still order the traditional way of ordering through me in person and on workshop orders, this just adds to our fabulous options.

P.S. make sure you remember your email address and password you enter for future online ordering with me .. Happy Stampin!!

Sizzix Big Shot Now Available for Customers to Order

2008-09-04T22:58:00.009-05:00

Take your paper crafting abilities to a whole new level!
The Big Shot manual die-cutting machine is now available for purchase.
The Big Shot can be used to die cut materials for use on cards, scrapbook pages, business tools, home décor projects, and even clothing--the Big Shot is a big deal!

Purchase the machine ($99.95)
and receive a FREE Sizzlits Die ($4.95 value)

Purchase the Special Edition Big Shot Starter Kit ($195.95)
and receive a Level 1 Hostess set, $15 in FREE merchandise,
and a FREE Sizzlits Die ($4.95 value)

Purchase the Special Edition Big Shot Starter Kit with Doctor's Bag ($259.95)
and receive a Level 1 Hostess set, $25 in FREE merchandise,
and a FREE Sizzlits Die ($4.95 value).

The Big Shot is easy, and fun to use! Create intricate designs, cut multiple shapes and letters quickly, and never run out of a sticker letter again!

Cut through the following 50 materials using steel rule dies and your Big Shot machine.
Please note the maximum thickness of several materials.

Static cling vinyl
Warm & natural batting
Fusible fleece
Quilt batting
Adhesive and non-adhesive flexible magnet
Heat n' shrink plastic
Adhesive and non-adhesive felt
Pop-up sponge
Shiny self-adhesive and non-adhesive paper
Iron-on fabric
Poly foam adhesive and non adhesive
3-D illusionary plastic
Glow in the dark adhesive and non adhesive
Suede paper
Funky fur
Personal Embossing Plastic (PEP)
Shaggy plush felt
Canvas
Vinyl flooring
Shelf lining
Placement
Embossing rubber
Thin leather
Gasket material
Brass (.055)
Light weight steel
Aluminum (.016)
Tin (.008)
Aircraft plywood (1/64")
Basswood (1/16")
Balsa (3/32")
Paperwood
Mat board (adhesive or none)
Chipboard
Fabric
Silicone
Foam with chipboard (.1)
Corrugated pad
Adhesive-backed cork
Fine sandpaper (.00)
Strene
Extra thick template plastic
Template plastic
Plastic canvas (7 mesh)
Bubble wrap
Sheet foam
Friendly (jewelry) plastic
100% pure beeswax
Adhesive and non-adhesive rubber
Ruffleboard

Contact me today to place your order or if you would like more information!

Open House Review

2008-09-01T22:39:00.007-05:00

My Open House has come and gone but was a great success! Many door prizes were given, samples shown, and two make and takes offered. I hope that everyone had as good of a time as I did. Pictured is one of the Make and Takes that was offered. It was created using the new Kiwi Kiss In Color paper, Bella Rose Designer Series Papers, Scallop Edge Punch, and the Big Shot Scallop Envelope Bigz Die. If you didn't attend the Open House, don't miss my next event for a chance to try out the Big Shot yourself.

Blog Debut

2008-08-17T22:25:00.005-05:00

Hi Everyone! I am attempting to join the world of technology by beginning my own blog. Hopefully, I will be able to bring to you another avenue for inspiration as I try to keep it updated with Stampin' Up! specials, updates, class information, and projects. (I might even add family information.) Please also be patient as I muddle through exactly what I need to do here to bring you all of this information :-)