Online SALE

Online Spectacular Sale from StampIn Up (click here)


Discounted Products

• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
• For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
• Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
• Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
• Deadlines:
  • Online Store: Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Free Shipping

• In order to receive free shipping, Customer online orders must be $150 or more before tax and shipping.
• Free shipping is available for qualifying online orders only (and demonstrator orders). Other order types will not qualify for this promotional offer.
• Deadlines:
  • Online Store: Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Baby Shower Gift

This is a baby diaper cake I made for a baby shower, the baby's name is Tibbs (isn't that cute).
I used the Nursery Suite Specialty Designer Series Paper (page 172)
Card Stock: Chocolate Chip, Baja Breeze, Old Olive
Other: 1 1/4" Stripped Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon (retired, but could substitute Old Olive), Scallop Trim Border Punch
Big Shot Dies: Serif Essentials Alphabet,Lil' Paws Embosslits
Stamp Set: A Word for You (page 158)



I also included the following matching gift box that holds Thank You cards and envelops for the new mom



This is the Card I attached to the diaper cake


Next is a scrapbook page I made with the left over pieces of DSP and Card Stock.

Open House Cards

These are the cards we made at my Open house


Stamp set:
Just Believe Pg 109



Stamp Set: Because I Care Hostess Level 1 (Page 11)
Card Stock: Concord Grape New In Color



This card features the Melon Mambo Card stock and the Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set (page 157) and the Big Shot Dies (Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder and Flower Daisies #2)
I just love the polka dot ribbon and those extra cute corduroy buttons and brads, but soooo sad they both retired



Next My Favorite Card!
Big Shot Die: Petals-a-Plenty Embossing Folder
Card Stock: Pear Pizzazz, Marina Mist, Pumpkin Pie and Chocolate Chip
Designer Series Paper: Green House Gala (Page 173)
Accessories: Fancy Flower Extra Large Punch (Page 201), 1 3/8" circle Punch, Chocolate Chip Satin Ribbon, Basic Rhinestone Jewels (page 188)
Stamp Set: Friends Never Fade (page 99)

Open House

StampIn Up Open House
August 3, 2010 (Tuesday)
4 PM - 8 PM
at my house
RSVP if you can but not necessary

I just got back from my StampIn Up convention so I have lots of fun and new ideas to share



Come check out the NEW 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog, get your copy: open house special only $8 or place a $50 order and receive your Idea Book and Catalog for FREE plus choose a FREE stamp set from my basket of stamp sets, while my supplies last.

** I will have several cards you can make while my supplies last or until you run out of time, which ever comes first. $1.25 per card includes envelope

** sign up for my 2010-2011 Stamp Club (starting in September)

Come have a STAMPIN good time with me, please leave the kids at home with their dad.
Enjoy the NEW catalog, stampin conversation, light refreshments and a few hours away from reality. Hope to see you on Tuesday. Thank you for your continued support.

Last Chance Stamp Set List

Here is the list!
Don't miss out on getting a set before they are gone!

email or call me with your order!
Click on the image to print a copy of the list

Last Chance Accessories List

Some of these items are up to 50% off!!!

Last Chance Definitely Decorative

These items are 25% off!!!

More with the Big Shot

Now look what I have made using my Big Shot this extra cute Ragged Edged Tag Along Baby Blanket. It was so fun and easy to make. I kept this blanket design small, to cover a baby when its in the car seat, then as the baby grows and begins walking, the baby will be able to carry the blanket around with them.




























My next project is Hawaii Themed. I used the Island Floral Bigz Die and Tropical Party stamp
set, both from the Summer Mini Catalog.





























And Yes, I've made another purse using my Big Shot and the Square Scallop Die. So Fun, Cute and Easy to make. I do have a few of these cute purses/scripture bags for sale ($15.00 each), just call or email me for more details.

The Big Shot's not just for Paper ANYMORE!

Check out these extra cute Rag Bags and flowers I made using my Big Shot, fabric and a sewing machine. YES! you read that right I used my Big Shot to cut fabric. Simply AMAZING!

They are so easy to make! All I had to do is cut the fabric into strips, then I used my Big Shot and the Scallop Square Die to cut out 8 scallop squares, at once. So fast and easy! Cut a square of quilt batting for the middle, sew the X, sew the squares together, attach a strap and wall-la you have an extra cute rag purse. My girls are going to use the small purses for their scriptures.

If you would like to gather a group of freinds together and make these bags and flowers please call me I would love to arrange a special class for you.

So sorry I have been absent the past month, but my attention and time has been spent dealing with a family emergency. But now I'm ready to jump back into my StampIn' Up Business with both feet. If you didn't receive your summer mini catalog, please call me I will get another sent to you.

StampIn' Up! Color Renovation

StampIn' Up! has a VERY exciting announcement! They will be releasing 5 brand NEW Colors and bringing back 10 of the retired In colors in the 2010-11 Idea Book & Catalog!

Instead of color families they will group colors into Collections (Bright, Neutral,Regals and Subtles). Here are the NEW colors.

This GREAT new color collections will be available to everyone with the 2010-11 Stampin' Up! catalog in July AND if you are a DEMONSTRATOR you get to order them early! If you are interested in becoming a Demonstrator please call me or visit my SIU website here

It's all about NEW color and bringing back some of the favorite IN Colors! Staying fresh and current.

5 NEW Colors: Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Cherry Cobbler, Cajun Craze and Early Espresso

10 Returning IN Colors: Baja Breeze, Melon Mambo, Pink Pirouette, Rich Razzleberry, Riding Hood Red, River Rock, Soft Suede, Tangerine Tango and Wild Wasabi

If you need to stock up on any of the current colors that will be retiring soon, check with your demonstrator, or if you don't have one, you may ORDER ONLINE ANYTIME <<>

glorious green
green galore
gable green
yoyo yellow
only orange
pink passion
pixie pink
orchid opulence
lovely lilac
brilliant blue
close to cocoa
creamy caramel
really rust
ruby red
cameo coral
summer sun
bordering blue
brocade blue
ballet blue
taken with teal
handsome hunter
pale plum
blush blossom
apricot appeal
barely banana
mellow moss
sage shadow
almost amethyst
lavender lace
basic brown
going gray

I am very excited about this NEW change! I hope you are to, if you have any questions please feel free to call me.

April Special

Awash with Flowers - NEW SET ! plus 20% OFF offer!

Click for IMAGES HERE.

Two-Step into Spring Promotion

Promotion Dates: April 1-30, 2010

Promotion Details

Hostesses

Host a $350 workshop and receive the brand-new Two-Step Awash with Flowers stamp set FREE!

Customers

Two-Step into spring with a sneak peek from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog! Be the first to add the Awash with Flowers stamp set to your collection.

Item	Description	Price
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)	$39.95
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)	$27.95

Stamp Sets 20% OFF !

Plus, purchase spring-themed Two-Step Stampin' sets at 20 percent off the retail price--no additional purchase necessary!

Qualifying stamp sets are listed below:

Item	Page	Description	Discount Price
113824	94	Greenhouse Garden	$20.76
113734	98	Fifth Avenue Floral	$19.96
111578	101	Flower Fancy	$29.56
113258	112	Trendy Trees	$14.36

Things to Remember

• The Awash with Flowers stamp set is a sneak peek from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog and will not be available again until the release of the new Idea Book & Catalog. This is an exclusive opportunity!
• Order deadlines:
  • ORDER ONLINE: (deadline): Friday, April 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Hostess Promotion:

• HOSTESS PROMOTION: Online orders are not eligible for this part of the promotion.
• There is a limit of one free Awash with Flowers stamp set per workshop; the reward is for reaching the $350 workshop level, and is not incremental.
• Qualifying hostesses may choose either the wood-mount or clear-mount set. Please note: Clear-mount blocks are not included with the clear-mount set (blocks C and H are recommended this set).

Customer Promotion:

• You may place your order on any order type (customer, demonstrator, workshop, or online).
• There are no limits, and there is no minimum purchase to qualify for the 20 percent off.
• The 20 percent off discount does not apply to the Awash with Flowers stamp set.

Digital Scrapbooking

Creativity goes Digital with My Digital Studio from StampIn Up.

I'm so excited to share my most recent project with you. For a wedding gift for my daughter's teacher from the entire class, I created a cookbook using My Digital Studio (Item #118108, $79.95). I had each of the students send me 4 of their favorite recipes. I was able to paste and copy each recipe from a word file into my scrap book. I included class pictures and marriage advice from the kids. Then I used SIU high quality printing service to print the finished project and it was delivered to my front door in just 5 business days.

COOK BOOK
(I have covered pictures and names to protect the innocent)

(Front Cover)

Section Dividers

(I had the kids pose with funny faces, it is hilarious)

Thank you for looking, if you want more information about My Digital Studio and the endless
possibilities of what you can do with it please call me.

4th Annual Scrap Book A Year Camp

MY To Die for, Punch it and a little stamping Scrapbook Camp

March 18, 2010 (Thursday)
10 AM to 9 PM
at my house

* come create the following six 12X12 double page layouts *
* please allow at least 3 hours to complete pages *
* come during the day when its convenient for you *

$30/$26(hostess special) PER KIT

each kit contains:
1) Kraft Keeper
2) glue stick
3) 1 sheet of dimensionals
4) all card stock and accessories needed to complete all pages

sign up deadline March 15, 2010 (Monday)

Choose either Girl or Boy Build a Bear Layout
add $4 if you want to do both layouts

Enjoy!
But don't forget to sign up by March 15, 2010
Everyone who attends will receive a special Easter surprise from ME!

Definitely Decorative

Check out my kitchen wall!

You may remember 2 Christmas's ago I placed some of the StampIn' Up!'s pre-cut Christmas stars in this picture frame. Then in June one of my girls asked if I was ever going to take down that Christmas Decoration, I asked why? Christmas will be here in just 6 short months, and it was! But I finally did change my decor in January, my family is very happy. I just added some Chocolate Chip/Sanded looking Designer Series Paper (retired maybe 2 or more years ago). The flowers are from a big box craft store and the frame is from another Home Decor big box store.

BUT check out the vinyl decor' elements on the wall. The swirly lines are retired, but they brought a similar but fresher look in the 2009-10 Definitely Decorative mini catalog (pg 11, Flourishes, $14.95) , I did add the saying this year (pg 18, Chocolate, Great Dreams, medium, $14.95).

Our Vinyl Decor is inexpensive and so easy to apply. When your ready to change your decor, the vinyl easily comes off. Therefor you can change your decor often. I just love our home decor line, its such a wonderful way to express your creativity in your own home.

ENJOY!

Build a Bear

Check out these cut Build a Bear Birthday Cards. I was so excited on how they turned out. I have a few sets of these cards for sale at the Garden City Chocolate Festival this weekend. Come check them out and the other FUN Valentine things I've made!















Stamp Set: Beary Best Friends $18.95, Beary Nice Wishes $16.95
Paper: Sending Love Specialty Designer Series Paper
Card Stock: Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Regal Rose, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Punches: Word Window, Label and Scallop Trim Border
Ink: Black Staz On
Markers: Close to Cocoa, Creamy Carmel, Pretty in Pink, Real Red

Come Visit the Garden City Chocolate Festival
Saturday, February 13, 2010
11 AM -7 PM
Happy Valentine's Day!

Valentine Ideas

Just wanted to share a few fun and quick valentine gift ideas with you.

Message in a bottle

It's amazing what you can do with a little Designer Series paper and an empty diet coke bottle. Just write your special note on a piece of paper, tie a ribbon around it and drop the note into the bottle.

Coupon books
My kids look forward to getting a coupon book from mom, each Valentine. I fill each book with special coupons: batch of cookies, staying up 30 minutes past bedtime, skip one chore, choose whats for dinner, pick a game for the family to play, movie and popcorn night... etc.
Just special coupon's from ME!

I will have several blank coupon books for sale at the Garden City Chocolate Festival. You can fill them with your own special coupons for your valentine.

HAPPY VALENTINE DAY!

Fabric Flowers

Have you been wondering what I have been up to in January. Well here it is, Fabric Flowers. I used my Big Shot and the StampIn Up's exclusive Flower Folds bigz xl Die to create all these flowers. I have created over 50 of these flowers to sale at the Garden City Chocolate Festival this week end. Most of the flowers I designed with a hair clip, but the larger flowers are broaches to be warn on coats, sweater, ... etc. My daughters are very excited to wear these fabric flowers in their hair.

Back of flowers.
I attached hair clips and broache pins using a hot glue gun and some ribbon




Next are some small flowers, I thought could be used for baby's. I didn't sew any buttons on these flowers, but my daughters think I should. I just worried about a baby pulling off the button and swallowing or chocking on the button.
What do you think? Leave me a comment with your opinion.



Have your own Fabric Flower Party
If you would like to gather at least 5 of your closest freinds, some fabric and buttons, I would be happy to come to your house with my Big Shot and flower Die and we could make flowers. As many as time will alow.
$10 per person for 2-3 hours party, a small travel fee may apply.
I would also provide the hot glue and clips.
Just call me to book your party.

Bunko Gift

The other night it was my turn to host our local Bunko/Girls Night Out Club get together. So I made these cute mini milk cartons for each lady. I filled each mini milk carton with chocolate (of course!). I thought these mini milk cartons turned out so cute!!!! I used the Stampin' Up! Mini Milk Carton Bigz L Die and sending Love Speciality Designer Series Paper both are featured in the Spring Mini Catalog.

I can't remember which stamp set the "freind" tag stamp is from, I do know that it is retired. I took all my tag style stamps and put them all in one container, so I could have them all together when I needed to make a quick tag. I stamped the "freind" stamp on Whisper White Card Stock using Real Red ink. Punched out each image using the small tag punch. I then used miscellaneous pieces of ribbon I have in my large jar of ribbon pieces. I layered the tag using Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink or Real Red Card Stock, then I punched a hole in the tag, tied the ribbon around the tag and onto a paper clip ( I got from an office supply store). I then used the paper clip to hold the top of the mini milk carton closed. Remove the paper clip to reveal the treasures inside. So cute and easy to make.