Paper Pumpkin - Feb. Alternatives

You know I love my Paper Pumpkin, right?  I got my February kit and made two of the kit cards and then made two of my own.  I think this month's is really pretty!  There are so many things you can do to change it up as well.

Instead of using the pretty flowered dsp, I decided to put Island Indigo and Melon Mambo behind the Thank You die cut.  Quick tip:  before you pull off the label shape, rub the letters down so they stay behind.  Then you can use the letters on another project.  I will try to post an easy way to do that later.

Here is the kit card.  Pretty, right?  Did I tell you how much I adore these envelopes?!!

Here is one using Melon Mambo as a base and backing for the letters.

And this one uses Island Indigo.

You could also use Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder, there are lots of options!  Let me know what you think.  If you're interested in ordering Paper Pumpkin, just click on the flower to the right or scroll to my previous post.  They are so much fun!

Myths & Magic

I promised to post a card using the adorable Myths and Magic suite quite a while back.  I was really busy getting ready for my open house event and didn't have the chance.  I won this cute set at OnStage back in November and I was thrilled!  I have two grandchildren to make cards for and I know they will love these characters.  I also thought the wizard could be used to make a masculine grown up card, or even a female one.  Would you use this stamp set for an adult card?  Click to check it out or purchase it.  Can't wait to make a mermaid card!

Petal Palette

I am in love with this bundle called Petal Palette from the Occasions catalog!  It is so pretty and so versatile!  I've made several completely different cards with it.  And when you order the set before March 31, you will receive a FREE item from the Sale-a-Bration catalog!  Thanks for stopping by.  Please leave me a comment if you have a second.  I love reading them!

NEW Sale-a-bration items!

Yay, the new Sale-a-bration items are available starting today!  Check out the three new options you can get for FREE with a qualifying purchase.  You can order from the annual catalog or Occasions in order to qualify for the purchase.  Just click to check it out further!

Here is a must have birthday set called Eclectic Expressions!

Here is a video on the beautiful basket set!  I love the embossing folder.  It's so pretty.

Don't forget - if you are a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, you can purchase a prepaid 3, 6 or 12-month subscription and earn free Sale-a-bration items!  Click here to see the options.  If you sign up by March 10, you will get the an additional gift for Paper Pumpkin's 5th Anniversary Celebration!  I know it will be amazing!  And it's like double-dipping!  What are you waiting for?  

Party Paper!

When I first saw the Picture Perfect dsp at OnStage, I knew it was for me.  These colors are yummy!  I ordered a pack along with the sequins which have an adhesive already on them.  I cannot stop creating cards with it.  I love this paper!!  It's so easy to put together a cute birthday card.  Here are several I've made so far.  There is another pile in my craft room!  Shop for these adorable items by clicking on the photos above.  I have the cute binder clips on the way!

Happy 5th Anniversary, Paper Pumpkin!

Paper Pumpkin is celebrating its 5th Anniversary!  As part of their anniversary celebration, they are giving a fantastic free gift and a one-of-a-kind anniversary box with the March kit.  In order to receive it, you need to sign up by March 10.  You do not want to miss out!  I cannot wait to get mine!






Order by clicking here from February 11 to March 10:  PAPER PUMPKIN

https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2126699

Fast Fuse is on Sale!!

*****UPDATE:  Fast Fuse sale is over!  They had such an overwhelming response, they had to stop the sale. 


The Fast Fuse 5-Day Sale Is Coming!

As you may remember, the response to our Fast Fuse promotion last fall was phenomenal. In fact, your enthusiasm was so overwhelming we simply didn’t have the inventory to keep the deal running! So, as promised, we’re bringing back the Fast Fuse Adhesive deal for five days only—while supplies last! For those of you who are unfamiliar with this promotion, here’s how it works: When you buy ONE Fast Fuse Adhesive, you’ll get TWO Fast Fuse Adhesive refills for FREE!

This deal will start on February 8 and end on February 12. Remember, that’s five days only—while supplies last! Be sure to mark your calendars.

Order here:  FAST FUSE DEAL

Videos on how to use Fast Fuse
https://youtu.be/gdZ6-hB_VbU
https://youtu.be/WqERTqP3fAA

Such a gentleman!

I know I promised the Myths & Magic card, but I still haven't gotten to it.  I have made quite a few other card samples for my open house though.  I needed a masculine get well card so I inked up Truly Tailored.  I really love this bundle!  Masculine cards can be difficult, but these papers and stamps make it easy!  There is a gorgeous corduroy ribbon in this suite, but I forgot to order it.  The buttons are so handsome!  I'm glad they're back.  I had so much fun with the first card, I went on to create a couple more.  Please let me know what you think!  I love reading your comments.

The Truly Tailored bundle comes with a punch which can be used with any sentiment and is very versatile.  Just click if you'd like to check out the suite.

Heartfelt Blooms

Hello and happy Friday!  I'm looking forward to the weekend, how about you?!

I made this with a stamp set called Heartfelt Blooms from the Sale-a-Bration catalog.  It is FREE with a qualifying purchase of $50 or more.  There are so many colors you can stamp this in!  It's also pretty in black.  I love the sentiments as well.  I actually stamped the sentiment crooked and had to cover it up by stamping again and punching with the Pretty Label Punch . As my granddaughter says, "turn it in to a happy mistake."  Good advice from a seven year old!  I finished off with a few Glitter Enamel Dots.  You always want to use an odd number when embellishing.

You can get this free stamp in my store by placing an order of $50 or more.  Just click on the Heartfelt Blooms above or on the flower to the right.  If you are not working with another demonstrator and you'd like a catalog, please send me a message.  I'd be happy to send them to you at no cost.  Thanks for stopping by!

Woot! New SAB Item!

Good morning!  I wanted to let you know about a new bundle which will be available FREE with a qualifying purchase in the Sale-a-Bration catalog starting February 16!  Check it out, it's fabulous!

Stamparatus

Oh, the wait is killing me on the Stamparatus!  I cannot wait to get my hands on this.  If you still have questions on how this works, please let me know.  This is further information than I've shared before.  What an amazing tool!

Coming soon:

I've been having so much fun coloring these adorable images from Magical Day.  There is a die set to match.  I've cut out the mermaid and knight to show how easy it is.  The other knight was stamped on a Stitched Circle framelit.  You can save 10% by ordering the Magical Day bundle.  There is also an adorable dsp pack and some washi.  Check out the whole suite!  I colored these with my Stampin' Blends which are fabulous!  I will post a card using these images soon.  Thanks for stopping by!

Bubbling Over with joy!

I have a snow day!!  Yippee!

I have spent far too much time playing with the Bubble Over bundle from the Occasions catalog!  I kept making different color combinations.  I also cut the bottles and caps from the Bubbles & Fizz dsp.  Did you know the thinlits fit the dsp?!  I love this!  If I’m too lazy to stamp or want a different color, I can just cut from the paper.

I started by stamping Crumb Cake on Crumb Cake for the brown bottles.  There is a small and larger bottle.  As I was cutting out the dsp,  I noticed some half bottles on the edges.  I decided to cut them out and tuck them in the crate.  No waste!!  I also cut the little bottle caps with silver foil paper.  Aren't they adorable?!  So on and on I went cutting out little bottles and caps, stamping more labels, etc.  I finally made myself stop and make a card.  After all, isn't that what we do this for?  I needed one for a guy at work who is always helping someone in some way.  Hope he likes it.

Let me know what you think and, if you're not working with another demonstrator and want an Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalog, please send me a message.  I will mail it right out to you!  If  you'd like to purchase the Bubble Over set, just click on the name or on my flower to the right.  The catalog is there for your viewing pleasure as well!

Oh, did I mention?!  The Bubbles & Fizz dsp was FREE for me. When you make a purchase of $50 or more, you will get to choose a FREE product in the Sale-a-Bration catalog!  There are so many cute items.  And there are two levels of freebies.  There are two products that are free with a $100 purchase.  I will be showing those soon, but you can see the catalog at my store if you can't wait!  Thanks for stopping by.

It's live!!

Happy New Year!  I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season.  I had a great Christmas and nice vacation time off, but I had no play time!  I'm hoping I will have time this week.  I have some new toys to play with and I cannot wait!

The Stampin' Up! Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalogs are live!  There are some beautiful new products and suites.  Go and check them out!

For those of you who don't know about Sale-a-Bration, it's a small catalog with FREE items you can choose with a qualifying order from any catalog.  This year, Stampin' Up! has made two levels of wonderful freebies.  There are lots of selections with a $50 purchase, and now they have a few items free with a $100 purchase.

Here's how it works.  After you add your items from the annual or Occasions catalog (or clearance, or anything), you will be prompted to add a free item depending on the amount you've spent.  If you spend $50, you'll get one $50 item.  If you spend $100, you can choose two $50 items or one $100 item, and so on.  I personally have to get my hands on the thinlits!!

I will be sharing samples made with the beautiful new products very soon.  If you need catalogs and you're not working with another demonstrator, please let me know and I will send them to you.  You can check out some of the amazing products in this video:

Only one more day before we can order from the 2018 Occasions and Sale-a-brations catalogs!!!  I really think you will love some of the new suites!  Let me know if you need catalogs!

https://youtu.be/GHFJD1FawxQ

Just click shop to the right starting January 3!!

Happy New Year!

Hello and Hpoy New Year!  I hope that 2018 is a good year for all of you!  We are hosting my husband’s family today so I need to get moving.

I am really excited to show you products and samples from the 2018 Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalogs.  If you do not have a catalog yet and you aren’t working with another demonstrator, please send me a message or leave a comment.  I’d be happy to send them to you.  The catalogs begin on January 3 so have your lists ready!  You can click on my shop button to the right.

I will get back to my regular routine this week.  My poor stamp room is feeling neglected right now!  For now, check out this video showing a new product suite.  See you soon!


https://youtu.be/XRboEgzGY0g

Clearance Rack Refresh!!

https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=100100

Check it out!  Stampin' Up! has added items to the Clearance Rack.  Some products are 70% off!  Here is one of my favorite deals.  It's a card kit similar to a Paper Pumpkin called Birthday Bright.  It's only $11.20!!!  These items are only while supplies last!  Just click above to shop. 

FREE Shipping - Dec. 11 only!!

Don't miss out...Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping tomorrow, December 11, for 24 hours only!! Click to shop!

pssssst!  Place an order of $40 or more and use Host Code of HQ43HFPN  from December 1-31 and you will get a free gift from me.  It will be at least a $5 value!  I will be giving out embossing folders, gem packages, $5 coupons, you name it!  If your order is $150 and over, please do not use the code as you will receive Stampin' Rewards!

Stamparatus

DO NOT MISS THIS if you would like to reserve the amazing Stamparatus.  It's a stamp positioner tool with great features!  Check out the video below.  Log in today, December 5, 2 p.m. Mountain Time.  If you don't already have a customer account, I suggest you create one now so that you are ready!

Stampin' Up! will be shipping the reserved tools starting March 19 and you will not be charged until they do.  Go here to reserve yours:  STAMPARATUS RESERVATION .

I forgot to mention one little thing....if you reserve a Stamparatus, the shipping is during Sale-A-Bration and you just need to order one small item to get to $50 and you'll receive a FREE item from the Sale-a-Bration Catalog!  Yippeee!  Can't wait to show you the items to choose from.

FREE Shipping!!!

Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on Monday, November 27, 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. MT!  Get your list ready and click to shop!

Online Extravaganza!!

Check out the amazing deals during Stampin' Up!'s Online Extravaganza.  The sale runs November 20 through 26. Don't miss out!  Just click to see the list and then click below to shop!

http://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/Promotions/NA/2017/Online%20Extravaganza/Item%20List%20Flyer%20US.pdf

Fun times and a new tool!

I had a blast in Salt Lake City at OnStage!  Not only did I get to see all of the new products and catalogs, I saw my friends.  That was the best part!  It's incredible how close relationships form with other fellow demonstrators.  We truly enjoy being together, and product prize patrols don't hurt either!  I will be sharing some product photos soon.

I think you will be really thrilled with the new Occasions catalog and the Sale-a-Bration catalog.  They are both gorgeous.  I cannot wait until my pre-order is delivered!  If you've ever thought about becoming a demonstrator, now is the time!  With Sale-a-Bration and Occasions around the corner, it will be a fantastic first quarter!  If you are not working with another demonstrator, I'd be happy to send you the catalogs, and I'd be honored if you chose me as your demonstrator.

Also, Stampin' Up! is celebrating its 30th birthday in 2018!  There will be a huge bash and lots of promotions.  If you'd like to talk about joining us, please let me know!  I'd be happy to talk with you and explain the program.  There is no further obligation after purchasing the starter kit.  I cannot wait for next year's event!

The absolutely best new product is the Stamparatus!  I'm so excited about this!  If you are interested in getting one, they are by reservation only at this point.  You can click here to order one on November 16-30 for a February delivery.  You will have to put credit card information in, but you will not be billed until it ships.  Check out the video on this amazing stamp positioner!  ****UPDATED:  The first round of reservations for the Stamparatus is closed!  They sold out really fast.  Be ready to click on RESERVE on December 5 at 2 p.m. MT!!  

While I'm away....

Here is an adorable set to check out!  Just click here for ordering info:  SMITTEN

OnStage, here I come!

I'm heading out to Salt Lake City, Utah for the Stampin' Up! OnStage event.  This is like a convention where demonstrators go to see the new spring catalogs and products.  We usually come home with a bundle of new things.  I cannot wait to see what beautiful new stamps and products they will have for us!  I will also be seeing lots of friends. Stay tuned....I will be sharing photos just as soon as I can! 

If you are not local to me and are not working with a demonstrator, let me know if you would like to receive the new catalogs!  In the meantime, you can shop 24/7 by clicking the flower to the right.

Stampin' Blend Tips

Yes, I love Stampin' Up! Stampin' Blends so much that I'm still talking about them!  Watch this video for tips.  And shop for them here:  STAMPIN' BLENDS

Stampin' Blends

As mentioned in my previous post, Stampin' Up! came out with new alcohol-based markers.  Stampin' Blends are amazing!  They are available to customers starting TODAY, November 1!  They come in 12 beautiful Stampin' Up! colors as a set or individually.  Each color has two shades, light and dark.  Just click above for ordering information.  *

*NOVEMBER SPECIAL - Order the whole set from me and I will send you a Memento Tuxedo Black stamp pad and some 6x6 sheets of Just Add Color dsp.  Just use Host Code C4WHHZFA .

I promised to post a picture using Stampin' Blends.  I made two quick cards and colored a piece of Just Add Color designer series paper just to practice.  I stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black and then started coloring with the light shade.  I used the dark shade at the bottom and middle of the leaves.  I went back over the dark with the light to blend.  Easy peasy!  There is even a color lifter to move the color from outside the lines.

I used the Happiest of Days stamp set for both cards.  I just love those little gifts and the fonts!  The black dotted paper is from the Whole Lot of Lovely dsp.  Calypso Coral Layering Squares and Stitched Framelits are used on the first card.  I used Calypso Coral, Bermuda Bay and Daffodil Delight for Stampin' Blends.

On the second, I stamped the gifts on a Stitched framelit and backed with a Layering Squares framelit in Bermuda Bay.  I colored with Bermuda Bay and Daffodil Delight.  I made an ooops on the sentiment so I stamped over again on Daffodil Delight and called it a day!

Thanks for stopping by.  Please leave me a comment.  I love to read them!

Stampin' Blends

Get ready for some amazing alcohol-based markers!  The new Stampin' Blends will be available on November 1 for customers.  I have my beautiful set and I love them!  I will try to post a card using them very soon.  Check out the video below, and order starting November 1st by clicking the image above.





p.s.  Don't forget - designer series paper is on sale until October 31.  It's a great deal.  Check it out here:

World Card Making Day

Hello Stampers!

Sorry I've been MIA.  I went to Las Vegas and returned a couple of days before the tragedy.  It breaks my heart to see what they've been through.  My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims.  I ended up getting sick from plane germs so I've been out of commission for a couple of days.

I wanted to let you know about some specials that Stampin' Up! has going on.  First, World Card Making Day is Saturday, October 7.  Are you going to be stamping?  I hope so!  I know that I will be babysitting my grandchildren, but maybe I can get my granddaughter to make a card or two with me.  She loves stamping!  Anyway, here are some amazing deals.  I know I'm stocking up on the Fast Fuse.  It comes with two refills!  There are several stamp sets for 15% off.  This runs from October 1-10.  Just click to shop!

Second, there is a sale on select designer series papers.  Buy three, get one free!  It's time to stock up.  There are some beautiful packages of paper here.  This runs through October 31.  Happy shopping!  I will try to post some cards using these pretty papers very soon.