Card/Stamp storage bin boxes anyone?

If you've been stamping cards for a length of time and like to keep your creations for future use or inspiration (like during a creative block when you feel "brain dead"), you may have some cards stored in 12" shoeboxes, etc. on your shelves.  I have a lot of cards from over 11 years with Stampin' Up plus my pre-SU stamping years, and don't want to part with any!  But I was running out of space on my shelves, what to do?
I recently found these 15" deep corrugated bin boxes, which can store more cards or Stampin' Up stamp sets on the same shelves since it uses the entire depth, plus 5 boxes fit across the shelf width perfectly.  They are on Amazon for a good price, but I had to buy a whole case of 50!  Even I don't have that many cards (yet!), so if you're interested in buying any amount from me to store your cards or other treasures, please let me know.  They are flat now so store easily, then can be quickly folded and locked into shape.  Available while my supply lasts.

Bin box = $.60 ea or $2.75/5
15" Length x 6" Width x 4-1/2" Height, Oyster White

July Fancy Folds Technique Class

With the many new, beautifully fancy die cuts in the Stampin' Up catalog now, it seems quite appropriate that we do a Fancy Fold Cards Class to showcase how gorgeous they are! At first glance they may seem to be ordinary cards, as they all fold flat and fit into standard envelopes.  But opening them reveals how special they are, I love it!  There are many of other ways to use the dies as well, I can't wait to show you in future classes to come.

The upper left one is a Tent-Fold card, which can stand up to display two stamping surfaces in series at one time. (Note the inlaid look of the die-cut front floral border.) Wouldn't this be a nice way to show off a picture in front with words in the back, or words in front with a gift card in back, or coordinated stamped images that relate to each other -- there are so many possibilities!

The Diagonal-Crossover Card is a truly unique card that I saw once in a store and had to figure out how to replicate it.  It has lots of options since it can have both front and inside pockets to hold little notes, paper money/gift cards, pictures, etc.  Here I've used four sides of my new favorite new printed paper, Floral Boutique, with its matching washi tape, and two of the Flourish Thinlets dies as finishing touches.

Last is the easy and fun Double Z-Fold "Congrats" Card, done in the popular Pop of Pink Specialty Designer paper.  An unusual opening from a cut and a few scores, some golden bling, and a clever way with the wording makes this a fun card to give away... if you can!  

As with all my Techniques Classes, printed measurements and directions are included for each project.  So save the date and invite a friend, you're going to have a truly creative time!

Class Dates: Friday, July 8; 7:00 - 9:30pm
            Sunday, July 10; 2:00 - 4:30pm

Deadline to Reply = Tuesday, July 5

Class Fee = $15 or FREE with any $45 order. Any $50 order = FREE Catalog and FREE class!
Completed Card Sets = $18 (if you miss class or want an extra set.)

Host Code = SX2D2HYN (for ordering online, applies towards FREE catalog/class minimum.)
Order is shipped directly to you.  Non-class attendees will receive a hand-stamped thank you gift!)

July Accessory Kit

(Includes items from this month's class so you can easily make more, 

applies to FREE catalog/class minimum ; see Top Tab)

6 sheets - 12"x12" Floral Boutique Designer Paper - 1 ea of 6 double sided designs

7 sheets - 12"x12" Pop of Pink Specialty Paper - 1 ea of 5 double sided designs plus 2 half-sheets of gold foiled single sided designs

100 - 2016-2018 In Color Enamel Shapes- 20 ea of 5 colors

2 yds Melon Mambo 1/8" Stitched Ribbon

Cost = $17.70 (plus shipping and tax)

Don't forget to save your spot, then come and enjoy!

Paper Pumpkin for only $5, One Day only!!!!

Have you ever thought maybe you'd like to try out Paper Pumpkin, but were just waiting for the right time to do it?  Well, that time is NOW!!  For 31 hours (starting at 5:00 PM (MT) today), first-time subscribers* can get their first kit for only $5 USD/$7 CAD on The “One Day Deal” !!  Imagine, an entire kit to use as you wish, and shipping is already included!!! (After the first month, the price for the subscription will return to $19.95, including shipping, still a good bargain!)

Check out this link on PaperPumpkin.com and also this VIDEO, then use promo code ONEDAYDEAL before Friday, June 10 at 11:50 PM (MT).

* "First Time Subscribers" = must  enter a new email address to qualify if you have used Paper Pumpkin in the past.

Contact me if you have any questions, happy to help!

June Stamp Class Reminder

Please note that Tuesday, 6/7, is the Deadline to reply to save your space for this month's Stamp Class featuring all new stamps and more from the new catalog, wheee!!  There are still a few spots, but hurry!

June Stamp Class

The new Stampin' Up! catalog starts today, hooray hooray!  I have a few new items for this month's class thanks to my Demo pre-order, but am so looking forward to getting much, much more!!  Come on in to class to see the new colors, get your hands on a catalog (retail= $5), and check out some new sets, dies, and ideas! Remember, you can get a FREE class plus a FREE catalog with your $50 order.  (With all the new things to get, that will be so easy!)

One of the new stamp/die bundles (of many!) in the catalog is Swirly Bird, which includes lots of different shapes and patterns for multiple occasions and your creative use!  We'll use a swirly floral theme this time, but I'm looking at all the different forms and shapes included and can imagine using this set many more times for.....everything!

Since it's June, my card making usually turns to dads and weddings. For the bride, how appropriate that we'll use Blushing Bride cardstock to make an easy card that looks so fancy!  Thanks to lots of die cuts and two patterns from the Playful Palette Designer Paper stack, this beautiful card is perfect for the next wedding(s) that you'll be attending. And whether it's for Father's day or a guy's birthday, the "ties" card is great with the new Dapper Denim and Neutrals coloring.  What a neat idea to have on hand in other colors as well, bright and wild or subtle and subdued, to fit the men in our lives.

I think die cut cards are extra special, so designing the little "mug of flowers" was very satisfying. Thanks to the Blossom Punch and more Playful Palette papers, this card is playful and fun, ready for whatever occasion you might have simply by swapping out the sentiments on the front and inside!

Class Dates:  Friday, June 10; 7:00 - 9:30pm
         Sunday, June 12; 1:30 - 4:00 (Minimum 2, note 30 min. earlier this month)

Deadline to Reply = Tues. June 7
Class Fee = $15 or FREE with your $45 order.  Better yet, get a FREE Class and a FREE catalog with a $50 order!
Completed Card Sets = $18 (If you miss class or want an extra set, see Top Tab for details)

Host Code: VUFNPZUZ (for ordering online, applies towards FREE catalog/class minimum.  Order is shipped directly to you. Non-class attendees will receive a hand-stamped thank you gift! )

June Accessory Kit

(Includes items from this month's class so you can easily make more, see Top Tab)

24 sheets - 6" x 6" Playful Palette Designer Paper Stack - 2 of 12 designs

10 yards 3/8" Ruched ribbon - 2 yards each of 5 new In Colors

20 - 8 1/2" x 11" card stock sheets in  5 new In Colors - 4 of each of color

Cost = $19.67  (plus shipping and tax)

Options: 2 yards 1/8" gold ribbon = $1.00

Invite a stamping buddy and come on over, it's going to be great fun!