One Day Free Shipping!!!

 

Whoo-hoo, are you in need of some Christmas supplies or gifts for yourself or other stampers?  Make up your list and check it twice, because you can get FREE SHIPPING on all SU orders of $50 or more for one day only, Wed. Dec. 8th!! If you need something from the Last Chance Retiring List (items in the July-Dec. Holiday Mini) or the Clearance Rack, this would be the best chance to do that! 

Be ready to order during this 24 hour period on 12/8 only (MT), and use the current Host Code HZV9DPTB to earn a FREE Class Credit or a gift from me as a thank you, as I'm sure things will go really fast that day!

Last Chance Products Sale starts on Dec. 1!

The July–December 2021 Mini Catalog will be retiring soon! Check out the Last Chance Products list so that you can see what will be retiring at the end of the year and order your favorite products (maybe at a discount!)

Be ready to order starting on Dec. 1 before they’re gone for good! 

Here are the lists if you want to know ahead of time, I know they are a terribly tiny font even when you click on it but it's what they give me. I'll also send out a direct link on Dec. 1 when the sale starts so that it's easier to shop. 

• All items are only while supplies last, and some things go really quick so make your list up and be prepared to order earlier rather than later!

Easier to see is the Carry Over List (below right), which tells you which items will continue to be available next year.  

Note to remember:

If a Bundle which has a stamp and a die or punch is carried over, the -10% discounted Bundle price will NOT be available next year, even if both products are still orderable.  So if you want the discounted price, order now.

  

SEASONAL SALE IS STARTING SOON!

Fold, snip, layer, and stamp! During the Seasonal Sale, you can stock up and save 10% on cardstock, 15% on ink pads, and 20% on dies. Build up your collection of crafting basics—and prepare for another year of top-tier projects—with a steal of a deal on paper crafting products!

• The sale will run for three days only.
• The discount includes 10% off cardstock, 15% off ink pads (excluding ink pad bundles and third-party pads), and 20% off dies.
• The discount applies to products featured in the 2021–2022 Annual Catalog only. (Products from the July–December 2021 Mini Catalog are not included.)

ORDER PERIOD
Phone: Nov. 16, 21 at 6:00 AM (PT) to  November 18, 2021 at 5:50 PM (PT)

Online: Nov. 15, 11:00 PM* (PT) to Nov. 18. 2021 at 10:50 PM (MT)

*(Note we get to start a day "earlier" since we are on PT not MT). 

Remember to use the current Host Code: 6FXMNVN6 to earn Class Credit or a Thank you gift from me!

Nov. 2021 SAS Cards

With gatherings remaining limited again this year, receiving a handmade card from you is going to be so meaningful to your friends and family!  Now is the time to start making those special Christmas cards that show how much you care, especially if you can't be there in person. Making one (or more) sets of these from a Stamp-A-Stack (SAS) is the easiest way to create many gorgeous handmade cards without the need to come up with the design, buy lots of different stamps and supplies, and then set aside a place to cut, score, and find matching ribbons and embellishments to make up your cards. 

Each SAS set is pre-cut and ready to assemble, includes premium SU envelopes, scored card bases, and even the bows are already tied for you!  

• All materials are provided, however it is recommended that you bring a roller-type adhesive or Tombow Multipurpose (green) Glue for neatness, speed, and permanence.
• NOTE: Making 3 or more different Design Choices or more than 12 cards may require only making one completed sample of the card, then stamp/emboss/die cut the other parts and complete your cards later at home if needed.  (If you are coming with a friend, you may wish to make one or two design(s) each and then swap some cards afterwards.)
• Many supplies are limited, and orders will be taken in the order they are received. (If a substitution is needed, I will contact you first.)
• Sessions will be limited to a minimum of 2 and maximum of 8 (vaccinated) attendees. I will try to space you apart as much as possible. Masks are recommended.
• Please bring your own Big Shot/die cutting machine (if you have one) for your personal use to speed things up and reduce the need for sharing/sanitizing mine.
• If the dates below don't work for you, contact me to see what can be arranged, minimum 2 per session.

DESIGN CHOICES:

• 
  #1 = Sparkle of the Season/wreath: all patterns shown are included, mix and match for even more versatility! (Optional: sponging the embossed trees provides more definition.)
• #2 = For Unto Us/embossed music: both Evergreen/gold and Navy/silver combinations included. (Limit 12 cards per person with star "charm" shown, >12 a star die is available.)
• #3 = Merry Snowflakes/Deer: silver snowflake, both patterns and ribbons shown are included.
• #4 = Penguin Place: both patterns and ribbons shown are included. 

STAMPING OPTIONS:

A: Make 12 cards in 1 design

B: Make 6 + 6 cards in 2 designs

C: Make 4+ 8 cards in 2 designs

D: Make 4 + 4 + 4 cards in 3 designs

E.  Make 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 cards in 4 designs

DATES: Sat., Nov. 13, 1:00 - 3:30 pm   

           Mon., Nov. 15, 9:30 am - 12:00 noon   

DEADLINE DATE: Monday, Nov. 8

           

COST = $25 for 12 cards OR less than Half Price = $12 with a minimum $45 order (or 1 Class Credit). Woo-hoo, that's only $1 per card!  (If you have 2 Class Credits, your SAS is FREE!!)

Use Host Code = 6FXMNVN6 (until 11/20) to order SU directly online to get your credit.

Don't wait, as this is the most popular event of the year! 

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions . 😊

Two upcoming Craft Fairs (no October Stamp Class)

Although there won't be an October Stamp Class this year due to recent family events, I will be doing the following two local craft shows in Nov. which you might like to check out.  

The Alameda Holiday Boutique features all homemade and handcrafted items by more than 50 artisans.  This indoor event is at the DeWitt Officers' Club with FREE ADMISSION AND AMPLE PARKING.

Sat. 11/6 and Sun. 11/7; 10:00 - 4:00 pm both days.

Proceeds benefit the Leisure Club, a recreation program for developmentally disabled teens and adults, sponsored by ARPD and youth scholarships for all programs.

Mistletoe Madness is a true art and craft event featuring only handcrafted wares made by local artists and crafters.    With 70+ vendors, this event is held at the Marina Community Center, 15301 Wicks Blvd. in San Leandro. 

Sat. 11/27; 10:00 - 4:00 pm 

Check out the Facebook pages for both of these events to see vendor's pictures in weeks to come!

See you in November for SAS (Stamp-A-Stack) Class to make your handmade Christmas cards again this year! $25 for 12 cards in your choice of designs, or $12 (only $1 each!) with your Class Credit whenever you place an order of $50 or more and use the current Host Code!  See the dates listed in the "Next Class" section to the right. 

September Stamp Class

Thanks for your patience, here are the cards for our September Stamp Class which mostly focus on Fall colors, of course.  With the kids back in school and the end of the year approaching, I love watching the trees start to change to their autumn hues, and leaves are some of my favorite stamping subjects! 

The first card on the upper left features the Beauty of Friendship Bundle and the Beauty of the Earth Designer Paper, which complement each other so very well!  The branches of the tree and the different color "leaves" in it are all done quite simply with the unique large dies and the Designer  Paper or stamps, with many different color combinations possible.  This is such a versatile card, beautiful for guys or gals alike and for almost any occasion.  I'm looking forward to using a different group of patterned paper next month as well as Fall continues!

The second card (upper right)  is also a leaf themed card but with a twist not only in that its coloring is a bit different with the Misty Moonlight accents, but in how it opens literally "with a twist".  It's actually a Hidden Swing card, as the top layer swings to the side to reveal your hidden message below.  Notice that a brad is not used as a mechanism for the swinging.  You'll learn the trick in class on how that's done, it is simple but quite clever.  And check out all of those detailed dies from the Gorgeous Leaves bundle, they do the "fancy" work for you but it's all just die cuts. Everyone who receives this card from you will be quite impressed, if you can give it away!

Sometimes I'll order dies that I love in the catalog but can't quite figure out how to use them right away, do you do that too?  The Happy Birthday card (lower left) is one where I've finally been able to use the Floral Squares Dies for the flower focal point, the Stitched Greenery die for the right background area on the card base, and the Stitched with Whimsey die around the words as a frame.  Although the stitching may be hard to see in the picture, it looks really neat in person, and everything coordinates together so well!  It's so satisfying when it all finally comes together!

The last card (lower right) isn't fall at all but of course I had to get and use the ever so cute Penguin Place stamp/Punch bundle while the Penguin Place Designer Paper is still available for FREE this month with your $50 SAB order!  I decided not to use the wintery side of the paper, but just these fun colors so that this card can be used at any time, all year long.  Note that you can change the position of the punched feet on the penguin to make it appear to be standing or sitting: IT'S JUST SO CUTE (and of course I love penguins...) !  

This is the last month to get a FREE SAB (Sale-A-Bration) goodie and a FREE Class Credit with your $50, don't miss out!

STAMP CLASS DATE: Sun., Sept. 26, 2:00 - 4:30 pm. (Maximum 6 vaccinated attendees)

Deadline Date to reserve your spot or order a Cards@Home Kit*: Tues., Sept. 21

Cost = $15 or FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: 2ABHSZB6**, or if you have a previous Class Credit. But order $50 and choose a FREE SAB goodie as well!

*You may order these cards as a Cards@Home Kit for $15 if you pick up; + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you.  (Since I cannot stamp your card pieces per SU copyright policies, you may consider buying the stamp sets used, look among your supplies for stamps that would work, or simply write or print your own sentiments. You will receive blank white cardstock where I have stamped the samples, all the pre-cut/scored/embossed pieces and printed papers for the kit, and the printed instructions with color pictures.  Contact me if you have any questions.) 

(Note: if your order exceeds $150, do not use a Host Code, as you can keep the Host Rewards and I will still give you a Class Credit for a future class or get this month's Kit for FREE as my thanks!)

** This Host Code will expire on Sun. 9/19 (they only last 30 days), please place your order before that date if possible.  If not, check the right column for a new Host Code which will be available after that. 

August Technique and Fancy Folds Class

Oooh, don't we all just love new stamps, dies, and paper!  After last month's "mass production" mode with the SAS to build up our supplies of cards, it seems appropriate to include more impact with details for the cards this month.  Warning: these will be harder to give away, so you may want to make up more like them for yourself to keep!  Good thing that all of the cards only have more steps but are not difficult to make  (really!), and since this is a Technique/Fancy Fold class, you will have the printed instructions to do this easily! 

The birthday card with party hats and popsicles on the front is perfect for summer, using the Sweet Ice Cream set, plus it's an interactive-motion gift card holder!  When the top flap is pulled up, the inner section slides up and your gift card or paper money is presented! This time, I used the Ice Cream Cone punch to create party hats instead of the ice cream cone, just for fun and variety! The popsicle and its stick use combinations of older punches, just to show you how easy it is to avoid fussy cutting when you collect the tools as they're available. Punches and dies are so useful!

The Sweet as a Peach Bundle is another theme that's an icon of summer, when we can enjoy this beautifully tasty fruit in all its glory!  Note how this Spanner Card has three parts or layers for extra fun and drama, plus you have lots of choices in whether to use the coordinating You're a Peach Designer Paper for your images and die cuts, or to just stamp them yourself.   

The Plentiful Plants Bundle is one that I've been itching to try out, and I love the lush greenery that it gives to this card.  If you look carefully, this time all of the plants and pots are die cuts from the patterned Bloom Where You're Planted Designer Paper or just plain solid cardstock, rather than being stamped (which you could also do).  The only stamping is for the words and the leafy branch on the inside.  Just glue the plant parts together, add the patterned backgrounds, and you're done!  Doesn't it look fancy!

DATES: Thurs. Aug 19, 1:00 -3:30 pm AND ALSO 7:00 - 9:30 pm

         

DEADLINE to save your spot: Sun. Aug 15             

COST = $15, or FREE with your $50 order PLUS you also get a FREE Sale-A-Bration (SAB) goodie this month!  (Shipping cost/kit = + $2.00)

Use Host Code = JZU46DAK * to order from SU 

We ask that all attendees be vaccinated (or have lab test confirmation of COVID antibodies) and wear a mask due to the recent uptick in COVID variant cases. You will be physically distanced and the number of attendees is limited, please save you spot ASAP.

 

*If your order is >$150, DO NOT USE the Host Code as you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself and still earn the FREE class credit, stamps, or cards as my thanks!

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions . 😊

Today is the day! First, the new July-Dec Mini Catalog goes live for you to see and prepare all of those Fall and Winter/Holiday projects!  And second, Sale-A-Bration (SAB) begins! As one of the biggest promotions of the year, SAB is packed with perks, opportunities, and filled with fun for everyone!

•  You can earn free, exclusive product(s) for every $50 and/or $100 you spend, no limit!  
• You can also earn more benefits when you "host a party":  in-person, collect orders from friends, or just for yourself!  When the "party" totals $300 or more, you earn at least $36 in Host Rewards PLUS the exclusive In Your Words Host- only SAB stamp set! 
• Join the Stampin’ Up! creative community with my team for $99 and get $125 in SU products (your choice!) PLUS a FREE Bundle from the Mini catalog (see page 19 in the SAB catalog), and all the perks that being a "Demo" gives you! 

The new Host Code to use starting today is JZU46DAK so that you can earn a FREE Stamp Class Credit or set of cards with your order less than $150. If you're over that, just keep the Host Rewards for yourself and I'll still offer you a FREE Class!  

Watch these short product videos to learn more about some of the new products:

• SWEET STOCKINGS SUITE COLLECTION
• PAINTED CHRISTMAS SUITE COLLECTION
• GINGERBREAD & PEPPERMINT SUITE COLLECTION 
• PEACEFUL PLACE SUITE COLLECTION
• HARVEST MEADOW SUITE COLLECTION

Deadline for final July SAS is Sunday, 7/18

A last reminder that the Deadline date for Wednesday morning's 9:30 am  Stamp-A-Stack (SAS) class is Sunday, July 18th!  If you would still like to come but haven't saved your spot yet, please contact me ASAP with your design choices so that your supplies will be ready by then. 

Remember to use the current Host Code EF2HWXSC to earn a class credit towards making your SAS half price ($12 for 12 cards!) or even FREE!  

Reminder: Deadline date for 7/9 SAS is today!

Just a Reminder that the Deadline date for Friday's Stamp-A-Stack (SAS) class at 1:00pm is today, July 6th!  Especially if you're working and getting some time off is easier on Friday's than the second SAS's Thursday, this day is for you!  Contact me ASAP so that I can have your supplies ready for you. 

Remember to use the current Host Code EF2HWXSC to earn a class credit towards making your SAS half price ($12 for 12 cards!) or even FREE!  

The second SAS will be on Wed. July 21, 9:30 am,  DEADLINE for that will be on Sun. July 18. 

The response to these cards has been wonderful, but if you're interested, be sure to contact me to reserve yours! 

July Stamp-A-Stack!

With all the new Annual Catalog stamps, dies, and other goodies to try out, PLUS the Designer Paper Sale going on this month, it's a great time to come for a Stamp-A-Stack (SAS) where you can make 12 cards for $24, or less! (See below)  To provide more variety in the designs, note how some of the cards can have an altered orientation (portrait/landscape), right or left arrangements, and that different colors are included in each Design Choice. With so many choices and not too many assembly steps, this is a must-attend event!

• All materials are provided, however it is recommended that you bring a roller type adhesive for neatness, speed, and permanence.
• To greatly speed up assembly (and avoid sharing my one machine) please bring your (Big Shot) die cutting machine (and brush/sponge) for your own use if you have one. 
• 
  To glue delicate thin die-cuts, a liquid adhesive such as a Fine Tip Glue Pen or Multipurpose Glue  (green tube) is recommended.  
• Alternate word/sentiment choices will be available.
•  Two dates are offered with a minimum of 2 people attending each session (see dates below). 

DESIGN CHOICES:

• #1 = Expressions in Ink: Polished Pink and Pale Papaya flowers with gold accents. 
• #2 = Hand Penned: scallop framed painted flower "floats" over two patterned paper sections, words are stamped on inside card below. Colors = Highland Heather, Misty Moonlight, Pale Papaya, Blushing Bride. 
• #3 = Meadow Dies: Rococo Rose, Seaside Spray, and Black/White designs, each with a different wildflower silhouette and embossed textures. 

STAMPING OPTIONS:

A: Make 12 cards in 1 Design Choice

B: Make 6 + 6 cards in 2 Design Choices

C: Make 4+ 8 cards in 2 Design Choices

D: Make 4 + 4 + 4 cards in 3 Design Choices

*DATES: NEW DATES: Fri. July 9, 1:00 pm.  

                          DEADLINE: Tues, July 6 

               Wed. July 21, 9:30 am.  DEADLINE: Sun. July 18

COST = $24 for 12 cards OR Half Price = $12 with a minimum $45 order (or 1 Class Credit). Woo-hoo, that's only $1 per card!  (If you have 2 Class Credits, your kit is FREE!!)

Shipping cost = + $4.00

Use Host Code = EF2HWXSC  to order SU directly online to get your credit.

(Each Add-On set of 3 cards = $6.00)

We ask that all attendees be vaccinated (or have lab test confirmation of COVID antibodies). 

You will be physically distanced as much as possible but may have to share an area if making a common design, so you may wear a mask or not, your preference. 

 

* Don't wait, as some supplies are limited and this is the most popular event of the year! Orders will be taken in the order they are received. (If a substitution is needed, I will contact you first.)

* Other dates/times may be possible if 2 or more attend.  

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions . 😊

Designer Paper Sale in July!

From July 1 - Aug. 2, you can get a 15% discount on the 9 selected paper patterns from the 2021–2022 Annual Catalog, no limit!  Check them out in the catalog on pages 130 - 134, or online according to the chart below.  What a great opportunity to stock up and plan for your future crafting projects! 

FREE shipping for one day only!

 

It's time  to stock up and save on your favorite Stampin’ Up! products! What’s the big occasion? On Thursday, June 24th only, you can get FREE shipping on orders sub-totaling $50 or more, saving you ~$7 or more!  This deal lasts for 24 hours only, so be sure to get out your wish list, running low supplies list, and also check the Clearance Rack and the Last Chance Products Sale for those items from the Jan-June Mini Catalog that will be disappear on June 30! (Sale ends at 10:59 PT on 6/24.)

Please be sure that you use the current Host Code HUX6VPTE when you place your orders that are less than $150.  

• The box to enter this Code is above the subtotal in your cart before you enter your credit info. (It should then appear in the final Order Summary just before you confirm your order total.)
• Using the current Host Code entitles you to a FREE Stamp Class credit, a retired stamp set (while quantities last),  or a set of hand-stamped cards as my thank you for doing so. 
• Thank you for helping me to maintain the Stamp Class fees and keep them low.
• If your order is >$150, DO NOT USE the Host Code as you can keep the Stampin' Rewards for yourself and still earn the FREE credit, stamps, or cards as my thanks!

June Stamp Class Reminder

Just a quick note that the Deadline to sign up to order a Cards@Home Kit or to save for a spot for this month's Stamp Class on Thursday, June 17 at 2:00pm is Sunday, June 13.  To maintain safety for everyone, attendance is for those who have been vaccinated (or have a lab confirmation of COVID antibodies), and you will be working safely distanced. Please check the June 2nd blog post for all the details. 

If this date doesn't work for you, contact me and we'll see about arranging another day & time for a minimum of 2 of more attendees. 

Free Digital Download anyone?

In the spirit of World Diversity Day, we’d like to celebrate what makes us unique through what brings us together: creativity! The United Through Creativity Digital Download features inclusive, multicultural, and multilingual sentiments and illustrations that represent the multiple markets Stampin’ Up! engages with. 

And, it’s free for all!

To explore the United Through Creativity Digital Download, visit the United Through Creativity page on the Stampin’ Up! website. Share your projects on social media using the hashtags #UnitedThroughCreativity and #DiversityDay!

June Stamp Class

 Although I have a a lot of brand new stamps, dies, and papers from the just released Annual catalog, I felt that we should  have one last class with some of what I think are the best stamps/dies from the Jan./June Mini Catalog before it ends on June 30.  And wow, talk about good timing!  Stampin' Up has just released the Last Chance Sale where many of these retiring items are discounted!  Here are some fun ideas to whet your appetite for these wonderful but disappearing goodies! Shop quick, these deals won't last long!

The tropical-looking Tranquil Dies card uses some of the most fantastic leaf dies, and they're 50% off right now! I also used the Tranquil Thoughts stamp set to give this card front a nice full look, but it's retiring soon so act quick if you want to get both. I set the one-leaf square into a window front, but I was just thinking that a tri-fold card using both the one-leaf and 4-leaf dies overlaid would be really neat, I'll have to work on that next!

The Art Gallery card (lower left), with its "fancy" but easy 2-step stamped blossom, shows off the beautifully painted Fine Art Floral coordinated papers along with its Golden Garden DSP (the latter is 50% off now!) when the Z-fold card is opened.  Notice how the card front has the matching gold overlay on the flowers, but the inside is natural?  I added a bit of embossing for texture, a dash of glitz with Wink of Stella and a shimmery bow, and it's done!  So, so pretty...

I have loved the cute and quirky Snail Mail Designer Paper and again, the Snail Dies are 50% off right now!  Because the Snail papers and dies coordinate so well, the card almost makes itself since the dies easily cut out many of the elements from the patterns, no coloring needed! For this card, I used only a few of the stamps just to show off the papers, but of course the coordinated Snailed It stamp set will be great when all the papers are gone or to create these little guys in different colors. 

The Friends are like Seashells themed card (top right) has a slightly different kind of easel-lock from the previous month, as the "lock" is a sand dollar shape on the bottom of the card rather than the top. With just a little simple stamping, you can let the beautiful paper do the work for you and then stand this card up like this just to enjoy it!  We've even used some pretty ocean themed sequins for a bit of glitz.  Like all of the cards here, it only looks fancy but it's simple: gotta love it!

STAMP CLASS DATE*: Thursday, June 17, 2:00 - 4:30 pm. (Maximum 6 vaccinated attendees)

Deadline Date to reserve your spot or order a Cards@Home Kit**: Sunday June 13

Cost = $15 or FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: FX6M6WNJ, or if you have a previous Class Credit. Or order $50 and get a FREE SU Annual catalog as well!

*For those of you who are working during the week but would like to attend, please contact me and we can see what can be arranged.  This is not a permanent change at this point, but seems to better suit those who are currently coming for now. An additional class on an evening or weekend might be possible if there are 2 or more coming. 

**You may order these cards as a Cards@Home Kit for $15 if you pick up; + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you.  (Since I cannot stamp your card pieces per SU copyright policies, you may consider buying the stamp sets used, look among your supplies for stamps that would work, or simply write or print your own sentiments. You will receive blank white cardstock where I have stamped the samples, all the pre-cut/scored/embossed pieces and printed papers for the kit, and the printed instructions with color pictures.  Contact me if you have any questions.) 

(Note: if your order exceeds $150, do not use a Host Code, as you can keep the Host Rewards and still earn a Class Credit for a future class or get this month's Kit for FREE!)

The January–June 2021 Mini Catalog will be retiring soon! Stock up on your favorite products before they’re gone for good and save up to 50% on essential craft supplies. This selection of Last Chance Products is only available while supplies last.

• Sales period = June 1 - 30 (10:59 PT).
• Remember to use the current Host Code FX6M6WNJ (through 6/23) to earn credit towards a FREE Stamp Class or set of handmade cards.  (A new code will be provided after that date.)

Brand New Kits Collection from Stampin' Up!

Stampin' Up is introducing a whole new line of creative paper sets called the Kits Collection. These all-inclusive kits were designed for beginner or younger crafters, those looking for a quick creative fix of cards or other projects with little time or space limitations, who would love to have fun experiences but aren’t interested in collecting crafting supplies, or not consider themselves to be creative.  Some quick notes:

• These kits are orderable online HERE but are not subscription based (like Paper Pumpkin.) 
• Kits Collection is a flexible, online-only product and will not be seen in the printed catalogs.
• The "lifetime" of the kit is limited; new kits are added regularly and available while supplies last.
• Stamping Kits = $19 (photopolymer stamps, clear block, mini ink pads are included)
• Non-stamping kits = $12.

KIT OVERVIEW

• All-inclusive- Supplies include a block and ink spot(s) if applicable, plus any necessary adhesive—like Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, etc.
• Pre-cut pieces and elements like card bases, design elements, etc.
• Instructions are in color and show completed projects and digital, step-by-step renderings, with a QR code for a video (if needed).
• Kits will include cards or crafting projects (home décor pieces, gift or treat packaging).

Choose the kit that’s right for you! There's an assortment of options designed in a range of styles for a variety of occasions and feel free to contact me if you have questions. 😄

 

Stamp Class on a weekday afternoon?

Now that summer is here, I'd like to try having our in-person Stamp Class on a weekday afternoon for a few months.  With many of the current attendees available at that time, I'm thinking of Thursday but am open to your suggestions if you have another preferred day.  The June class is tentatively scheduled for 6/17 at 2:00pm for now.

For those of you who are working during the week but would like to attend, please contact me and we can see what can be arranged.  This is not a permanent change at this point, but may better suit those who currently coming for now.

Re-organizing this blog...

As mentioned previously, I needed to find another way to notify/publish the contents of this stamping blog for upcoming Stamp Classes, new SU promotions, etc. as the previous system is ending soon.  I didn't like the temporary publisher sending out ads and don't want to pay for another subscription service, so deleted both of them (sorry if some of you have gotten double blog posts lately. 😔)

I've created a Stamp Blog contact list and will send out a group email whenever a new blog post is made.  If you no longer wish receive these posts, please feel free to contact me and I will quickly remove your address from the list, as I have no desire to spam you with undesired emails. I've also cleaned up the blog a bit and redid the links to some of the content on my Stampin' Up site if you're interested in checking out their current specials.  (Let me know if something goes wonky and I'll try to fix it. 😜)

Thanks for your patience and support! 

Class Deadline Reminder

Please note that the Deadline to sign up for this month's Stamp Class on Sunday, 5/16 OR to order a Cards@Home Kit is tomorrow (Tuesday), May 11.  There are only a few slots left with our reduced capacity and "stamping at a distance" so be sure to let me know so I can try to save you a spot. 

Check out the previous post on 5/1 for more details! Such pretty flowers!

Bonus $25 Rewards, and $30 more incentive to join SU!

From 4 May–14 June 2021, qualifying orders of $250 or more will receive the generous Stampin’

Rewards PLUS an additional bonus of $25! You can collect orders from your friends and keep the Rewards for yourself as the Host or share the Rewards with them if you wish. Or you can fulfill all of your wishlist and stamping needs by placing your own individual order and keep all of the Rewards as savings for yourself! See this flyer or contact me for more details on how to do this!

Do you love to paper craft and make cards or scrapbook?  Ever think you would like to get Stampin' Up goodies at a discount or FREE all the time?  Or even earn some extra money and make times to stamp with friends?  These are a few of the many reasons why you should join Stampin' Up and right now is a fabulous time! New team members can get even MORE FREE products in their customizable Starter Kit. From May 4–31, you can get $125 worth of products for only $99 + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up! Click on this LINK or contact me to learn more!

New Stampin' Up Annual Catalog starts today!

Hooray hooray, blow the trumpets, sound the horn!  Today's the day the new SU Annual catalog goes live, check out all the newest goodies HERE! 

If you do decide to order, remember to use the current Host Code H3QCZHEE to earn a FREE Stamp Class or set of hand-stamped cards with your $45 minimum order as a thank you gift from me!  Did you see this month's set of Class cards?  It includes some of the newest papers and designs, so be sure to see that post.

• Watch these short product videos and get to know the 2021–2022 Annual Catalog.

  • BEAUTY OF THE EARTH SUITE
  • PANSY PETALS SUITE
  • IN THE WILD SUITE
  • EXPRESSIONS IN INK SUITE
    
  • BLOOM WHERE YOU’RE PLANTED SUITE
    
  • HATS OFF BUNDLE
  • 2021–2022 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

(And just in case you're wondering, you can still order from the current Jan-June Mini catalog until June 30th.) 

May Stamp Class

Maybe it was that one April shower we had, but this month certainly has an abundance of May flowers in our cards!  With the new SU Annual catalog LIVE on May 4th, it's so easy to get excited about all the new stamps, dies, In-Colors, and more! Here are just a few to get you started...

The top two cards feature the Pansy Patch Bundle and Designer Papers, which can do almost all of the card designing for you if you wish!  On the left card, I used the coordinating dies to die cut the flowers from the patterned paper (no stamping needed!), and then completed this altered Double Z-fold card with more matching patterns and stamps from the set. Pretty quick to make and embellished with the matching ribbon and gems for the centers. 

The second card uses the coordinating Pansy dies, which are so exquisitely detailed!  Just cut out the pieces (and admire the embossed textures), then glue them together for an eye-catching focal point.  I added a bit more texture and contrast with a white embossed background, then used a matching Pansy Designer Paper as well as an ombre sheet and striped ribbon to finish off the look.  Yes, there was a little more die cutting for this flower, but the results are so worth it.

The lower left card has an altered Slide-Lock opening, as I didn't care for the "hole" which usually shows on the original design.  Just let the butterfly "fly"/slide to the left to release the right flap and open up the card. This simple interactive mechanism could be used for anyone if you substituted different colors and patterns.  Imagine what fun it would be to make the sliding mechanism with a car, animal, star, flower, or whatever you like! 

If you got a lot of the patterned Designer Paper packs from the last Sale-A-Bration promotion (or just have a lot of paper, like I do!), the funfold on the last card uses up half a sheet in a very easy and interesting way.  This card ends up to be 4" x 6" so I'll provide a special envelope to fit, or you could trim it just a bit to make it fit into a standard 5 1/2" tall envelope.  Notice that I used the water-colored circles from that SAB pack to make the die-cut stitched flowers, which makes them more interesting than just solid cardstock. Simple and quick, but still a fun and creative way to use up those pieces of pretty patterned paper. 

STAMP CLASS DATE: Sunday, May, 16, 2:00 - 4:30 pm. (Maximum 6 vaccinated attendees)

Deadline Date to reserve your spot or order a Cards@Home Kit: Tuesday, May 11 

Cost = $15 or FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: H3QCZHEE, or if you have a previous Class Credit. Or order $50 and get a FREE SU Annual catalog as well!

You may order these cards as a Cards@Home Kit for $15 if you pick up; + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you.  (Since I cannot stamp your card pieces per SU copyright policies, you may consider buying the stamp sets used, look among your supplies for stamps that would work, or simply write or print your own sentiments. You will receive blank white cardstock where I have stamped the samples, all the pre-cut/scored/embossed pieces and printed papers for the kit, and the printed instructions with color pictures.  Contact me if you have any questions.) 

(Note: if your order exceeds $150, do not use a Host Code, as you can keep the Host Rewards and still earn a Class Credit for a future class or get this month's Kit for FREE!)

New email/bog subscription tool

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Thanks and have a great day!😀

Clearance Rack Refresh!!

New items have been added to the Clearance Rack  in the Stampin' Up online store! Supplies are limited, and with discounts up to 60%, products will go very quickly!  

Be sure to use the current Host Code JWBWTA7V when ordering, since a $45 minimum order  earns credit towards a FREE Stamp Class or Cards@Home Kit, and a $50 order also scores you a copy of the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog!  Hooray for sales!

Please note that the Deadline Date to reserve your spot for this month's

In-Person Stamp Class on Sunday, 4/18 at 3:00pm is

 tomorrow, Tuesday April 13.  

If you have been vaccinated (to keep our home "clean" for our grandkids), and would like to come and stamp together after so long in SIP, there is still a spot open. You will be distanced from each other, can wear a mask if you wish, and wipes/hand sanitizer will be available.  Please bring your own adhesive, scissors, and Big Shot/die cut machine (if you have one)  to save time and sharing/wiping down mine (but of course can share mine if needed.) See the previous post for more details.

If you cannot come but would like a Cards@Home Kit for this month, it is also available for the same price or FREE with your $45 order or Class Credit.  Please let me know by the Deadline Date so that I can make up everything at the same time. 

I now have some copies of the new 2021-2022 Annual Stampin' Up catalog available!  Place a $50 order and get yours for FREE along with a Cards@Home kit or Class Credit!  

IN-PERSON (!) April Stamp Class

Wow, after a whole year of only Cards@Home Kits, it will be so wonderful to be able to see and stamp with some of you again!!  (See the previous blog post for details about what that will look like.)  I think I got a bit excited and went a little overboard in the designs; I was so happy to be able to stamp and use coordinated dies and paper that the cards may be a bit over-the-top, but I love them all!  If you come, you may need to stay a bit longer to add all the details (and work with how we'll be distanced), but I think it will be well worth it!

As you can see, the Butterfly Brilliance card (top left) is a type of easel card that can stand up when it is propped open.  I had to use the die-cut Designer Paper butterfly even though that paper has been sold out, because it looks so great with all the coordinated patterns. However, you  could easily stamp and die cut your own butterflies in six sizes and whatever color combinations you'd like almost as quickly, as I did for the inside of the card.  These butterflies also look great when colored with Stampin' Blends, we'll have to do that next time.

The stacked Ice Cream card is another type of taller easel style, do you see how I made good use of the top scoop to hold the tab closed? I am just tickled about how this worked out, and that you could alter the colors to suit anyone, of any age, on their special day!  The Designer Paper comes with 3 sheets of multi-colored "splotches" that are great for quick "scoops" made with the Ice Cream Cone punch, and there's even a "cone side" to make your card even easier.  And of course there's the Sweet Ice Cream stamps that we'll have to use for even more color combinations and options, plus popsicles, for next time!

The lower left card uses the Hey Chick and Hey Birthday Chick Bundles, which are so quirky with clever puns and creative die shapes that can lead to many fun cards.  For this one I created a "chicken coop" that has a pop-up element inside, complete with a dancing hen! It was great fun to make the chicken wire window, wood fence, and corn stalk; special details that are made easily with the textured die cuts. (Note that the Hey Chick stamps and Dies Bundle are on the retiring list and will not continue into the next catalog, so get them now if you love them like I do!)

The Birds & Branches card took me a while to create since I wanted a different way to have a window through the leafy frame to the nest with eggs, but still leave more space to write inside.  I finally came up with this 3-layered card, and discovered that the leaf-patterned Designer Paper from SAB  matched the die perfectly!  Gotta love it when so many things come together in the end!

STAMP CLASS DATE: Sunday, Apr. 18, 3:00 - 5:30 pm. (Maximum 6 attendees)

Deadline Date to reserve your spot: Tuesday, Apr. 13 

Cost = $15 or FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: JWBWTA7V, or if you have a previous Class Credit. 

You may order these cards as a Cards@Home Kit for $15 if you pick up; + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you.  (Since I cannot stamp your card pieces per SU copyright policies, you may consider buying the stamp sets used, look among your supplies for stamps that would work, or simply write or print your own sentiments. You will receive blank white cardstock where I have stamped the samples, all the pre-cut/scored pieces and printed papers for the kit, and the printed instructions with color pictures.  Contact me if you have any questions.) 

(Note: if your order exceeds $150, do not use a Host Code, as you can keep the Host Rewards and still earn a Class Credit for a future class or get this month's Kit for FREE!)

In-Person Classes next month!

 Hello Stamping Buddies,

After a year of not being able to gather together to stamp and create, we are finally at the point of being safer from getting COVID, so I would like to start up in-person Stamp Classes again in April, hooray!   Here are some thoughts about what that will look like to keep us all safe.

1. Classes will be limited to ideally 4 people, but 6 would be the maximum attendance.  
2. The stamping "stations" will be distanced so that you will likely be working on a card by yourself at one end of a table, then we will rotate the 4 boxes as cards are finished. 
3. We will all start off masked.  If all of the attendees are already vaccinated (and 2 weeks have passed), then you can choose to take off your mask if you wish.  If anyone present is not vaccinated, then all masks should stay on. 
4. Hand sanitizer and antiseptic wipes will be provided so that you can clean/wipe your hands or shared tools (stamping blocks, ink pads, dies, etc.) as needed. 
5. You may wish to bring your own die-cutting machine with plates and your Scoreboard if you have these so that you can eliminate sharing equipment (and you won't have to wait to share my tools!)
6. You may bring your own scissors and adhesive, or you can wipe down those that I supply.

I think those are the important details that I can think of, let me know if you have any questions or concerns.  The next blog post will have card pictures as well as the date and time.  I just finished the card samples and they look great; I can't wait to share them with you! 😃