October Class reminder

Please note that the Deadline to sign up for the October 3rd and 5th Stamp classes is Wed., Oct. 1st. There is one person interested in the Sunday class so far, anyone else?

Also, if you're interested in purchasing the new Fabulous Fall Colors Stamp@Home Kit and would like to have it ready for pick up at the class, please let me know by 10/1 so that I can have it ready for you. 5 cards for only $10 (including envelopes!) that are quick and easy to assemble, such a deal!

Hope to hear from you!

October Stamp Class

October stamping projects

As the weather gets a little cooler and we are finally getting a little rain (!), we can turn to an autumn color palette for our projects with its beautiful deep fall tones.  These are especially appropriate for showing appreciation to others or perhaps the men in your life.

The easel card with leaves on the left fits easily into a standard sized envelope, but is wonderfully impressive when standing up! "For All Things" stamps and "Color Me Autumn" Designer Paper are coordinated to match perfectly, and the wealth of ribbons makes everything look even better.  Even the little die-cut wooden leaf embellishment can be tinted to give it all a complete look.

If you haven't tried the new Gift Box Punch Board, here's your chance to get some hands-on experience!  It's super easy to produce a multitude of sizes by just following its chart, and creating boxes in the heavier weight kraft card stock makes the it sturdy enough for many repeated uses.

The multi-colored autumn wreath may look complicated but is quite easy to make with clear photopolymer stamps and matching dies to cut out the shape. This gate-fold card also features a stamped "wood" background, lots of ribbons, and a little gold button for just the right amount of subtle bling.

Lastly, the only non-fall colored card is a "star" on its own!  Cool, soft colors and ribbons plus some sparkle and shine makes this multi-layered card fun to make and very versatile to use for most anybody on any occasion.

DATES:
Friday, Oct. 3; 7:00 - 9:30pm
Sunday, Oct. 5; 2:00 - 4:30pm (minimum 2)

DEADLINE to Reply = Wed., Oct 1.

Class Fee: $12 or FREE with any $45 order.
Fully Assembled Card Kits - $15 or $5 with $45 order.

Hostess Code: M3MTXCNN (See top tab for details on credit towards a FREE class!)

October Accessory Pack

(Includes items used this month, counts towards FREE class; see top tab for info.)

6 - 12" x 12" sheets Color Me Autumn Designer Series Paper - 1 ea of 6 double-sided designs

14 yards of 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon - 2 yds ea of 7 new colors

24 yds. of 1/4" Cotton Ribbon - 2 yds ea of 12 new colors

2 yds. of  5/8" Silver Satin double-sided Ribbon

2.5 yds Venetian Crochet Trim

16 Basic Gold Metal buttons - 4 ea of 4 sizes/designs

12 Autumn Wood Elements - 2 ea of 6 designs

2 yds. Cherry Cobbler 1" Sheer Linen Ribbon

4 sheets - 12" x 12" heavier Kraft Card Stock (for boxes) 

Cost = $43.53 (plus shipping and tax)

Gather your friends, reserve your spot(s), and stamp with us!

Fabulous Fall Colors Stamp@Home Kit

Fabulous Fall cards to make and give!

I've always loved the rich colors of fall as the leaves turn, and wanted to include those regal tones in this very versatile card kit. Sometimes it's easier to make bright birthday or a more feminine-styled designs, but these are especially appropriate for other occasions such as masculine birthdays (omit half doily, as on the right side), sympathy, thank you, get well, etc. where you want a more subtle but still warm feeling.

The printed Designer Papers for the cards and classy envelope liners can be assembled  in a monotone color scheme as shown on the left, or mixed in 2- or 3- color combinations as seen with the other cards. You can seal the mini envelope on the front as simply a decorative accent, or add a monetary gift, picture, or a personal note on the small blank cards which are included. I've used the Stampin' Up! set Banner Banter to label the small banner tags, but other small stamped words will also work. While these cards would be very handy to have around when you need them, they would also be great as a special handmade gift for someone who would appreciate your creative efforts!

(Designer Papers shown are in limited supply and may not be available, but papers provided will be in the same patterns and warm, rich tones.)

Please specify 5 envelopes colors: White, Crumb Cake, or Combination (of both)

• Unassembled 5 Cards-Only Kit = $10.00* 
• Assembled 5 Cards-Only Kit = $13.00*
• Banner Banter Stamp set = $13.95(Clear) or $17.95 (Wood) mount, plus tax and shipping

*May not be combined with monthly Free Class offer.

See Mini Kit top tab for more details or contact me.

September Techniques Class reminder

Just a last reminder that the Deadline date for this month's Technique class is Thursday, Sept. 4th.  Please be sure to let me know if you and any friends can make it, we'd love to have you join us!

September Techniques & Fancy Folds Class

Technique Cards opened, yay!

Technique Card, closed

With the kids going back in school, it's only fitting that we learn some new things this month too, but ours will be only fun!  If you've been reading this stamping blog or attending my classes, you know that I love to make cards that are a bit different, especially ones that have a bit of a surprise!

The first die-cut card is obviously a camera, but opened it becomes either a mini scrapbook album (so appropriate!) or a multi-page card with all of your good wishes plus a pocket for a gift card or paper money! I've included pics of my grandson's 3rd birthday, imagine what you could do for someone special to you. Vacation pictures would also be fun, you could add more fold out pages to include a lot of them!

I'm especially tickled with the next one, which quietly lies flat in its standard sized envelope.  When opened up, it becomes very 3-dimensional, and you can add a number of different elements to make it really pop! We're using the cute Kind Koala stamp for great versatility here, but imagine what you can add to make a fun surprise for a birthday, anniversary, new baby, or other celebration!

The final Box-Top Card gives you lots of different squares to decorate on the front and a nice place to include another gift card pocket inside if you wish.  I'll also include  measurements so that you can choose other options to change the size and colors of the card base, so fun to do with your different colors of card stock and Designer Series papers!

As with all my Techniques Classes, printed directions with measurements are included with the class.

Be sure to come, you and your stamping friends won't want to miss this!

Free Holiday Mini catalogs are available, just ask!

DATES:   Sunday, 9/7; 2:00 - 4:30pm (minimum 2)
                Friday, 9/12; 7:00 - 9:30pm

DEADLINE TO REPLY: Thurs. 9/4
Techniques Class Fee: $15, or FREE with any $45 order!  (Includes printed instructions for all projects.)
Fully Assembled Card Sets with instructions = $20 or $5 with $45 order
Hostess Code: WGXDNA3U (see top tab for info)

September Accessory Kit:
(Counts towards FREE class, see top tab for info)

6 - 12" x 12" sheets Confetti Celebration Designer Series Paper - 1 ea. of 6 double-sided designs

16 Basic Metal Buttons - 4 ea. of 4 each of sizes/designs

10 Extra Large Rhinestone Jewels (8mm)

Cost = $10.70 (plus shipping and tax)
Option: 1 - 12" X 12" sheet shiny silver foil & 1 - 8 1/2" X 11" sheet brushed silver cardstock + $2.70

Be sure to save your spot(s), hope you can make it!