January 2019 Stamp Class

With the brand New Year of 2019, it's time to make some brand new cards with new Stampin' Up stamps and papers from the new Occasions Mini catalog, yay! Sale-A-Bration (SAB) also starts on Jan. 3, where you can get a FREE SAB item with each $50 order increment, no limit!  It's a great time to do some creative crafting; let's get started!

If you like glitz and glamour, or know someone who does, then the first card is definitely one that you'll want to make!  You'll love the simple trick we'll use to customize the candle colors on the Designer Paper with Sweet Sugarplum to make this formerly black and gold design even fancier.  Add loads of sparkly ribbons, a gold candle and washi tape, plus use the new Cake Builder Punch and coordinating Piece of Cake stamps, and woohoo!  You'd better make more than one (in different colors?) because this will one card that's hard to give away!

The next card on the upper right is rather unique because it's a 4" x 4" square card which would normally require more postage to mail.  But since the die-cuts are designed to extend beyond the card to be 5 1/2" wide, it goes right into a standard envelope. It also uses the gorgeous Snowfall dies and deep colors from the Frosted Floral Designer Papers, which are both extra special since they are currently no longer available from SU. (Gotta get those beauties when they're available, you'll be thankful you did.)

The next two cards use all new products, many of which are FREE SAB items!  You'll love the first butterfly card that opens diagonally because while it may look complicated, it actually requires hardly any stamping and NO coloring!  You'll punch out all of the colored butterflies from the FREE Designer Papers available from SAB with the new coordinating Butterfly Duet Punch, and even the matching colored ribbons are FREE from SAB!  And check out the die-cut "wishes" word on the front, part of new dies with coordinating stamps in the Occasions catalog.  I just love these new sentiments, they are so useful and flexible for different events! We'll be using them a lot for future cards.

The last butterfly card has a full front of subtle but impressive texture thanks to the new Butterfly Beauty Thinlits dies. The new reversible Coastal Cabana /Granny Apple ribbon coordinates with the new Gingham Gala adhesive-backed sequins, but the three wood butterfly embellishments are all FREE from SAB! Both butterfly cards are rather simple to complete, but don't they look quite fancy indeed!

So be sure to save the date and plan to come join us for some fresh new card-making fun!

CLASS DATE: Sunday, Jan. 13; 2:00 - 4:30 pm

DEADLINE to Reply: Tuesday, Jan. 8.

Class Fee = $15 or FREE with any $45 order.  Better yet, get a FREE SAB item with each $50, go for it!
Completed Card Sets = $18 (if you miss class or want an extra set.)

Host Code = 3JQJQBDW  (to use when ordering online; your total will apply towards a FREE Stamp Class or receiving a hand-stamped thank-you gift from me.  Your order ships directly to you, contact me if you have questions.)

Ask a stamping buddy to  join you; hope you can make it!

Clearance Rack Refresh--> New bargains!!

Wow, just starting today, NEW items have been added to the Clearance Rack online store! Supplies are limited, and with discounts up to 60%, products will go quickly! Shop now and stock up!

Use the newest Host Code = 3JQJQBDW to earn credit towards a FREE Stamp Class or receive a hand-stamped thank you gift from me! Go, go, go!

Closeouts and Retiring Items on sale starting today!!

Take advantage of special year-end deals on Retiring and Surplus items!

• Discount applies to select items only.
• Retiring items from the 2018 holiday catalog are available while supplies last.
• Surplus items from 2018 annual catalog are available in limited quantities at the promotional price.
• Ordering deadlines: Phone: Jan. 2, 2019; 5:50 pm or Online: Jan. 2, 2019; 10:50 pm

Don't wait, check out the bargains HERE and use the current Host Code FC4YKC2Q to earn credit towards a FREE Stamp Class or receive a thank you gift from me!!!  Go, go, go!!

December Class Reminder

Please note that the Deadline to sign up and save your spot for our December Stamp Class, either Thursday, 12/6 @7:00pm or Sunday 12/9 @2:00 pm is Tuesday, 12/7.  These are some really pretty holiday cards, hope you can come out and enjoy a wonderful creative time making them!

December Stamp Class

With all the hustle of holiday shopping, it's nice to feel a more comforting side of the Christmas season with hand-stamped projects.  There's something about making and sending these special cards or little packages of hand-made joy are can be so special and endearing.  And if you love a little glitz with your holiday crafting, then here's the perfect class for you!

 The upper left card shows off one of the beautifully glossy Frosted Floral Designer Papers on both sides!  Add some coordinating stamped and die cut leaves and flowers plus a silver bow and strip of glimmer tape, and you have a simple yet unique layout to make and send your good cheer along this year.

The lower left card has a peacefully neutral color combination and natural feel with a hint of shine.  You'll love the little punched leaves tucked into the front flap that coordinate nicely with the gold twig embellishment as well as the partially embossed circle among the tree trunks on the inside.  Note that this and the previous card could also be wonderful thank-you cards to send after Christmas gifts have been opened.

The hexagon box (upper right corner) is the perfect 3" size for a very special small gift or collection of holiday candies, and can be used again and again.  Look carefully how the die cut candles in the front of the box are done in Christmas colors rather than in typical birthday themes. The spray of snowflakes on top is from the limited edition Snowfall Thinlits dies, which are only available through Nov. 30th and then they're gone!  Don't miss ordering this wonderful set with its matching stamps before then; we'll do more with the stamps and dies next year but you'll need to get them now!

The last card on the lower right is very sophisticated with its black, white, and gold colors.  The snowflakes are all from the same Snowfall Thinlits dies set, cut from white velvet, vellum, and gold foil.  Add the jeweled center, gold accent beads, and sparkly black ribbon, and this card will please those who love a more non-traditional, glamorous look. You could also easily make the bottom band into a pocket and turn this into a gift card holder, how special is that! 

So mark your calendars and bring a friend, there will be two classes to choose from this month!

Class Dates: Thursday, Dec. 6; 7:00 - 9:30 pm
                      Sunday, Dec. 9; 2:00 - 4:30 pm

DEADLINE to Reply: Tuesday, Dec. 4

Class Fee = $15 or FREE with any $45 minimum order.
            ($18 if you want an extra set of cards or miss the class.)

Host Code =  FC4YKC2Q (to use when ordering online; your total will apply towards a FREE Stamp Class or receiving a hand-stamped thank-you gift from me.  Your order ships directly to you, contact me if you have questions.)