The all new January 2021 Cards@Home Kit!

Hello and happy 2021!  With the start of the new year, it's time to start it off right with the all new and fantastic Jan-June Mini Catalog and the first of two Sale-A-Bration (SAB) promotions (this year), both of which go live on Jan. 5th!  With SAB, order anything over $50 and you can earn FREE stamps and/or papers without limit, and many of them coordinate with stamps and dies in the catalog!  New stamps, dies, Designer Papers, and more,... whew!  Let's get the year going with a clean new start!

The first (upper left) card really shows off the lovely colors of the FREE SAB Paper Blooms Designer Paper. The images in this paper coordinate with either the In Bloom dies (Jan.-June Mini) or the Lovely You stamp set in the Annual catalog. Since I don't have the first Bundle (yet!), I've used Cherry Blossoms and Lovely You dies for the flowers instead, which also coordinate beautifully.  Note also the long, thin word strip across the front flap, which is made with the new Many Messages Stamp and dies Bundle. This set stamps and cuts a LOT of very useful word strips and tags all at once so that you can have them ready whenever you need them for your projects. I've also used half of a Pearlized Doily, which are a steal on the Clearance Rack right now at $1.80/24. 

The second strawberry trifold card uses another FREE SAB item, the Berry Delightful Designer Paper which coordinates with the Sweet Strawberry and Punch Bundle in the Annual catalog.  (For SAB, this paper is paired with another "berry" cute themed stamp set Berry Blessings, which we will use next month!)  The best thing is that this punch matches the patterns on one of the papers, so you can just punch out the perfectly water-colored strawberries, leaves, and flowers for your card! For the middle inside section, note how I've also used one of the previously punched die cut tags from the same Many Messages Bundle above, which is so convenient!

The drop-dead gorgeous Friends Are Like Seashells (lower left) card really has to be seen in person to be appreciated.  The big die in this Bundle coordinates with the Seashells 3D Embossing folder, so you can just die-cut a plain card, emboss the entire image, then sponge on some colors (like Pear Pizzazz, Flirty Flamingo, and So Saffron) for a quick yet beautifully dimensional full card front!  There are also coordinating Sea and Sand Designer Papers, which provide beautiful watery backgrounds for your masterpiece. The recipient of this card will be very impressed with your artistic talents, and you don't have to mention how easy it was! 

The lower right card combines the quite versatile Quite Curvy stamp and dies Bundle with one of my favorites, the Boho Indigo Kit . The multi-patterned monotone theme combined with the curved shapes and convenience of the prepped gold-accented leaves and tags from the Kit means this card could be easily made up in multiples for many different occasions. Did you notice that I used matching navy eyelets on the tag, which is a blast from the past?!  It was such fun to use supplies that I already have to put the finishing touch on this really great card. 

If you would like Free copies of the new Jan-June and SAB mini catalogs, be sure to let me know so that I can set one aside for you to pick up when you are in the area.  I'll also set up the online link on this blog on Jan. 5 when they go live so that you can see, shop (and drool over!) all of the new goodies! Yay!

Deadline Date to order this Kit: Sunday, Jan. 17. 

*Cost = $15 if you pick up, + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you. 

This Cards@Home Kit can be FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: G3XYFQ99, or if you have a previous Class Credit.  But order $50, and you get a FREE SAB goodie too, an even better deal!

(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!)

*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. 

Last Reminder for Dec. Card Kits

There are only a few more days left to order this month's Cards@Home Kit before the Deadline date of Dec. 18, please contact me ASAP if you would still like to order.

Also note that I have a limited number of the new Jan-June 2021 Mini Catalogs and the upcoming Sale-A-Bration (SAB) catalogs, which both go live on Jan 5, 2021!   It's the very favorite event of any Stampin' Up year, where you can earn FREE goodies with each $50 order, no limit!! And better yet, this will be the first of TWO SAB promotions which will take place in 2021, to double your stamping pleasure and fun! 

 Let me know if you would like to come by to pick up your copies.😄

 

The Giant Year End Clearance is going on now.  Shop for the best bargains, especially before some of them retire for good!  

But wait! Be sure to also check out the Clearance Rack, which has just been refreshed with new items! 

Put them all together and remember to use the current Host Code PZR2Z2KS to earn credit towards free Card Kits or Card Sets from me!

Year End Clearance SALES PERIOD = Dec. 8, 2020–4 Jan.2021

Retiring items are available while supplies last.

Exclusions apply: Carryover items will not be discounted.

Due to increased shipping times and possible shipping delays during the month of December,  delivery before Christmas is not guaranteed.

Dec. Cards@Home Kit

 It's already December, and with the newest stay-at-home rules, what better time to stamp some really special cards for those you can't visit in person?  If you like things with some glitz and shine, then you'll love this month's kit! {Stamps used for this card, (R) = Retired set}

The "stars" card  uses deeper colors that are a nice change from the bright red and green we usually see during the holidays.  When opened, there is also the additional feature of a pocket on the bottom (behind the "adore him" words), which is great for a gift card or some paper money if you are using the card with an included Christmas gift.  Wouldn't this more subtle card be perfect for a masculine recipient or perhaps grandparent(s)? {For Unto Us, So Many Stars (R)}

The upper right card uses the new {Curvy Christmas} stamp set, and also gives you "an idea" of the Curvy dies, although truthfully my dies are caught up in the recent backorder at SU (such a popular bundle!), so I had to make some "mock" curves" in order to get these cards published to you before it got to be too late into the month. (I promise to correct the card when the dies arrive later this week!) Hopefully you can still enjoy how pretty this card design is and how much fun it will be to use the dies and the Quite Curvy stamp set in future months to come. 

The bottom left card is an example of doing inlays with die cuts, as the Glimmer ornaments aren't just attached on top of the Designer Paper but cut and inlaid into it.  This is very easy to do using the Envelopes dies multiple times for the different colors and gives the card front a lot of texture and color with a smoother, more integrated feel. Note how the envelope flap also uses a die from the same set, which makes the whole thing even more special. {Itty Bitty Christmas, Wrapped in Christmas, Ornamental Envelopes}

The bottom right card is an interesting size, 4" x 7", rather like a short slimline card.  I created a special envelope for it from a standard legal size #10 silver envelope by cutting, scoring, and rounding the corners on one end.  (These instructions will also be included in your card kit in case you also find some after-Christmas special on colored envelopes and want to do the same! )  The dove die embosses some "feathers"  into it for texture and with the (retired) white flocked paper, looks quite realistic. This card would also be very nice if used for wedding or sympathy, as the bottom word can be easily changed. {Dove of Hope}

With Christmas coming up very soon and so that you will have time to assemble and send your cards, please contact me ASAP and I will try to have your kit ready within the next week. 

Deadline Date to order this Kit: Friday, Dec. 18. 

*Cost = $15 if you pick up, + $2 for shipping per kit if mailed to you. 

This Cards@Home Kit can be FREE with a minimum $45 order when you use the current Host Code: PZR2Z2KS, or if you have a previous Class Credit.  

(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!)

*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. 

GIANT YEAR-END CLOSEOUT EVENT!

 

If you love great deals and still have some Christmas projects to make, the Giant Year-End Closeout event starting on 12/8 is the perfect time to shop SU, when  you’ll get deep discounts on your favorite products from the current Aug–Dec 2020 Mini Catalog! And as an extra bonus—you can also get a peek at the list of items carrying over to the new annual catalog next year. 

Both lists total to 5 pages, so if you want to be prepared and see what's going to be on sale next week, email me and I'll be happy to send you the attached file. Or just be sure to check back on Tuesday, Dec. 8 and I'll set up the link for you to shop.  

Remember to use the current Host Code PZR2Z2KS to earn credit towards free Card Kits or Card Sets from me!

SALES PERIOD: Dec. 8 - Jan. 4 2021

• Retiring items are available while supplies last. Order early, best items go fast!
• Items and discounts may vary by market (depending on inventory levels).
• Exclusions apply: Carryover items will not be discounted.
• Due to increased shipping times and possible shipping delays during the month of December,   delivery is not guaranteed before Christmas.