Sneak Peek of Love & Affection stamp set and 2016-2018 In Colours

 It's only a few days now until the new Annual Catalogue goes live!! If you would like to have your own copy just drop by my craft studio - I have one waiting for you!

Today I'm going to share a card made with the new Love & Affection stamp set. It includes 16 stamps, three are sentiments and the rest are flowers, leaves, and flower centers.

There is also some of the new In Colour 3/8" Ruched Ribbon, this one is called Flirty Flamingo. The smaller flowers are done in Dapper Denim, while the leaves are Emerald Envy. The base of the card is Sweet Sugarplum. The only In Colour I didn't use was Peekaboo Peach.

This card was based on a design by Sandi MacIver, with a few little changes. The flowers were stamped on watercolour paper using the Masking Technique. The bottom of the flowers was fussy cut.

If you've been planning to order something from the retirement list, you have only 3 days left (including today, Sunday!)

Happy Stamping!

Only One Week Left!!!

That's right - only one week left to get the retiring products from the 2015-2016 catalogue! Some things are already sold out, but there are still deals left. AND some prices on regular products are going up.

Don't let this happen to you....

I can't believe I missed ordering my favourites 

from the retirement list!!!

Contact me or order on-line before it's too late.

Happy Stamping!

Soft and Easy Thank You Card

Yes, it has been a long time since I've posted, and I hope you will excuse my absence! I have good reasons and bad reasons.

On the happy side I spent three weeks in France with my husband and two other couples (it was amazing!)

On the sad side my Mom passed away after suffering from Alzheimer's for thirteen years. Mom never gave up, and while she lost her memory, couldn't put together a sentence, or take care of herself, she was smiling and loving to family and the staff at the nursing home until the end. She has always been an inspiration to me.

So today I want to share with you a card I cased from Stampin' Up! Demo Lisa Young. I added a little more sparkle but the basic card design is all Lisa's.

The cardbase was cut from the Heavy weight Whisper White 4 1/4" x 11", and scored at 5 1/2".

Sahara Sand cardstock was used for the matting, cut at 5 1/4" x 4".

Regular Whisper White cardstock was used for the stamping sheet, cut at 5" x 3 3/4".

All of the background colours have been stamped off to make them even softer. I started with the largest rectangle from Work of Art and Soft Sky ink and stamped it in approximately the middle of the cardstock. Then I stamped Mint Macaron above using both of the smaller rectangle stamps in Work of Art. Last I used cleaned those two stamps and used them below the Soft Sky image in Sahara Sand ink. You can practice on scrap paper until you get the combination you like.

The sentiment is from Cottage Greetings, and the flowers are from In the Meadow, all stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black ink.

You will see a list of supplies I used below this post, but both the flowers and the sentiment could easily be exchanged with other sets.

 I added some extra sparkle with clear Wink of Stella and rhinestones. It really gives the illusion of warm sand and sea.

When I make cards for my own use I like to make several of the same - it's faster for one thing, but I like to have a supply on hand and once you're set up for one card, making more of the same is a no-brainer (as we used to say!)

Thanks for visiting - I hope you got some ideas that you like!

Product List

Work Of Art Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[134114]

$27.00

Cottage Greetings Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[139962]

$20.00

In The Meadow Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[140754]

$25.00

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

$10.50

Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121043]

$8.75

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[140272]

$8.75

Sahara Sand Classic Stampin' Pad

[126976]

$8.00

Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad

[131181]

$8.00

Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad

[138326]

$8.00

Marina Mist Stampin' Write Marker

[119679]

$4.50

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$10.00

Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

[119246]

$6.25

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$7.50

Happy Stamping,

I'm Back! And it is Retirement List time!!

I know - I haven't posted for a month... but I've just returned from three weeks in France and I couldn't tell you about it until now!

But first I want to tell you about Stampin' Up!'s retirement list. It's almost time for the new 2016-2017 Annual Catalogue (be still my heart!!!), so the list is out for those products that will no longer be available (Boo Hoo!)

Be sure to check out the pictures of the stamp sets retiring HERE  Some of the stamp sets have a discounted price.

And the link for the retiring accessories (tools, punches, papers, etc.) is HERE

The products on the retirement list are first come, first serve, so if they sell out they are GONE.

If you have any questions, or would like to place an order, just contact me.

Happy Stamping!

Team Meeting Treat and Make and Take Projects

Our team meeting of Stampin' Up! demos was held on Saturday. I love to host the meetings at my home, but we're just verging on being too numerous to make it comfortable. Until we must find a bigger place I'm happy to have my wonderful team here.

I have a big board room table that was found put out for spring clean up one year (truly!) and we gather around that. This month our theme was Easter/Spring and each place held a little treat of Subles Candy Dots and chocolate!

We do at least three Make and Takes at each meeting,

The first one was a case I made from Dawn Olchefske  whose creations regularly inspire me!

The colours used are Marina Mist and Mint Macaron (I love this combination!) and the images are from the Awsomely Artistic stamp set (p. 125 in the Annual Catalogue). The sentiment is one of my favourites as it is so versatile, and is from the Butterfly Basics stamp set (p. 124 in the Annual Catalogue).

The ribbon is so sparkly and ties really well, it is the Pool Party 3/8" Glitter Ribbon found in the Occasions Catalogue on p. 9. As you can see it works well with the Marina Mist and Mint Macaron (even better in real life than the photo shows).

The rhinestones give more sparkle along with the Clear Wink of Stella that is on the dragon fly's wings.

Our second Make and Take was an adorable magnetic bunny, and the project was led by Carolyn. Such a cutie that could be added to cards or gifts or your refrigerator collection. Punch Art is amazing and Carolyn is a specialist!

The third project was a beautiful card designed by Tracy which I hope to show you soon. (But I need her permission first).

Besides Make and Takes we have lots of discussions and laughter and fun at our meetings. I always look forward to them.

Happy Stamping!

 

Sale-A-Bration Inspiration

  It Ends March 31st Time is running out for you to take advantage of our biggest and most popular sale of the year. Sale-a-Bration is that special time of the year when you can receive bonuses and free exclusive products when you shop, host, or join. These fantastic freebies are only available until March 31st.

SALE-A-BRATION COLLECTION 

 What I Love Stamp Set by Stampin' Up! 10 photopolymer stamps.

  

 Memories in the Making Project Life Specialty Card Collection by Stampin' Up! 30 acetate cards

 

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Shop now, check items off your wishlist, and stock up on basics like cardstock, envelopes, accessories, and adhesives and earn free products. You'll receive a free exclusive Sale-a-Bration item with each $60 you spend, before tax and shipping, so now is the time to update your wishlist with new items from the Occasions Catalogue and stock upon basics.

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Paper Pumpkin Patience (NOT!)

I was so excited to receive My Paper Pumpkin bundle of papercrafting joy this month! It's MPP's third birthday so I couldn't wait to see it.

First thing I want to say is that I wasn't disappointed. Oh no! But the second thing I want to say is that April is actually going to be the month that celebrates the third birthday with an extra stamp set in the box! And  you know what that means... you still have time to join before April 10th to get in on the gifts!

Plus, if you purchase a three month membership before the end of March you will earn a free Sale-a-bration product. It just keeps getting better and better!

But, back to this month's box... in Bermuda Bay!

Just look at all the fun goodies!! Bermuda Bay ink spot, Bermuda Bay pearls and baker's twine, small cards and envelopes, large cards and envelopes, die cuts, stickers, everything you need to make 4 small and 4 large cards and gift card holders!

The stamp set is really versatile, with something for birthdays, gifts, graduation, and babies...

I just love this little gift card holder and gift card. It goes together so fast and easy, and there's four in the kit.

And the box is reversible! How cute is that?!

Plus there are also four regular size cards that fit into a regular size gift card envelope that is sooo unique. Here is the card, you can make them with any of the sentiments but I used the Happy Happy for a birthday card.

Then there is the envelope with a little inside pocket for the gift card - I love it!!

Just place the completed card on top of the gift card holder...

and fold up the flaps! This envelope is reversible as well. Gotta love all the options!

Remember - there's still time for you to sign up for the April extra special Paper Pumpkin kit, (sign  up for three months before March 31st and you will also receive a free Sale-a-bration item!)

Just click here to explore the joining options, or contact me for more details.

Happy Stamping!