Christmas SAS 2011

The holidays will be here, and dedicated stampers like to send hand-stamped cards and gift bags to friends and family just like all year long.  Your handmade greetings will be especially appreciated by anyone who receives them, and add that extra personal touch that says "I really care" this Christmas.  A Stamp-A-Stack makes it all so easy, fast, and fun to get it all done! Bring a friend and make this a creative holiday gathering that you can both enjoy!


DESIGNS:
#1 = Punched Tree (gate-fold card)
#2 = Punched Stocking
#3 = Sparkly Snowflakes
#4 = Pointsettia Giftbag & tag

STAMPING OPTIONS:
A:  Make 12 cards/bags in 1 design
B:  Make 6 + 6 cards/bags in 2 designs
C:  Make 4 + 8 cards/bags in 2 designs
D:  Make 4 + 4 + 4 cards/bags in 3 designs
E:  Make 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 cards/bags in all 4 designs

COST = $20 for 12 cards/bags including coordinating premium SU envelopes with cards.

(Add each additional design set = $5 for 3 cards/bags)

 ·         All materials and supplies provided including gluestick, however your SNAIL/roller adhesive recommended for neatness and speed.
·         Optional word sentiments and "Handstamped by" stamps for backs are available.
·         Samples available for viewing at Nov. 11^th and 13^th Stamp Classes.

DATES:
Sunday, Nov. 20: 2:00-4:30pm; DEADLINE = Thur. 11/17
Friday, Dec. 2: 7:00-9:30pm:  DEADLINE = Tues. 11/29

(DEADLINE = Card design choices and payment due.)

Need a different date?  Get 2 friends and let's arrange a custom session for you!

Stamp Class Reminder

A quick note that the last day to save your spot for the October Stamp Class this month is Tuesday, 10/11.  Be sure to grab a friend and come and join us!

October Stamp Class

Fall has finally arrived, with its cooler temperatures, deeper color palette, and wonderful warm tones. Come on out to stamp some new projects for the season!

As a special treat for Halloween, why not make up some unique little candy packs this year? These textured little bags are quick and easy to make, with its own adorable masked owl and make a special note of the custom colored striped ribbon that really sets it apart!

The cards this month all take their color cues from the Spice Cake Collection of Designer Series papers, fabrics, and buttons, plus coordinating SU ribbons. Check out the great texture and new design elements of the fabric and ribbon flower, fabric ruffles, altered flower image, locking gate card, and more! Can you guess which stamp set is used to make the cute little hobby horse? Come to class and find out, it just might surprise you!

Friday, Oct. 14; 7:00-9:30pm

Sunday, Oct. 16; 2:00-4:30pm

DEADLINE TO REPLY = Tues., Oct. 11

Class Fee = $12 or FREE with any $45 order

Can’t come to class this month or want an extra set of cards?  Order a Card Kit and get the same card pieces pre-stamped and ready to assemble.  Deadline to order kits = Oct. 14.

October Accessory Sampler Pack:

• The Accessory Pack includes ribbons, embellishments, and papers used in this month’s projects and match Stampin’ Up’s exclusive colors.
• Order one or more Packs for your future stamping/scrapbooking projects, and have a huge selection of all the colors on hand to use when you need it without having to buy full reels or packages!
• (See the main SU catalog plus the current Mini catalog for details.)

Spice Cake Designer Series papers – 6 full sheets, 1 ea design

Spice Cake Designer Fabric – 3 designs, 13 ½” x 9” each piece

8 Spice Cake Designer Buttons – 2 each of 4 colors

14 yards of 1 ¼” Striped Grosgrain Ribbons – 2 yds each of 7 NEW colors

4 yds Hemp Twine

12” x12” (Red Liner) Sticky Page Adhesive

Cost = $30.35 (+ shipping and tax)

Accessory Packs count towards FREE class minimum!

RIBBON OPTION: 2 yds each of 4 previously offered colors 1 ¼” Striped Grosgrain Ribbons;  + $7.96

BRADS OPTION:  40 Metallic (10 ea, 4 colors) and 60 Neutral (10 ea, 6 colors) Asst;  + $5.80

Let me know to save spot(s) for you and a friend!

2 October Promotions!!

For October, Stampin' Up has not one but TWO great promotions that are not to be missed! 

If you've been thinking about becoming an SU Demo, this is the perfect time to sign up!  Between Oct. 1-30, you can get a FREE Big Shot or $100 in FREE SU merchandise, (including free tax and shipping) when you join!  Your Starter Kit is also a great buy, and includes $345 in SU goodies that you can customize to your tastes.  Check out the flyer info on my SU DBWS website, and let me know if you’d like to go ahead and join!  

With the second SU special you can get a FREE coordinating stamp set when you buy any two Simply Sent Card Kits!  Quick, easy, yet simply beautiful, these card kits include embellishments and envelopes so that you'll be ready in a flash.  They are perfect to keep on hand for a quick card or when you need to make a lot at once, like for invitations or thank-you notes.  Check out the Card Kits on my DBWS website, these are the free wood sets available:  (see pages 192-193 in the main catalog.)

• 123682   It's Your Day           
• 123684  Everyday Wishes 
• 123684 You're Cherished       

October Stamp Class is coming up soon, check back in a few days!