Nutz about Stamping

It's a Catalog Scavenger Hunt

I have the perfect activity for those of you who have a few extra minutes on your hands and would love a little fun. I have a 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog Scavenger Hunt for you to complete!

The hunt will take you through various parts of the catalog and help you get a feel of what's new, what you might have overlooked as yet, and hopefully help you add to your stamping bag of tips and tricks.

And as with every Scavenger Hunt, there just has to be prizes right? So here they are:

The first person that emails me a 100% correct answer sheet will get a ribbon sampler.

The second person who emails me a 100% correct answer sheet will get three cards (stamped by me!) using new stamp sets and accessories.

The third person who emails me a 100% correct answer sheet will get some card candy of punched/Big Shot images.

I will announce the winners on Wednesday, August 12th and email them for their mailing addresses.

Click here for your Scavenger Hunt. Have fun!

Incentive Trip 2011!

Stampin' Up! has just announced their demonstrator incentive trip which will take place May 20-27, 2011 and I am so excited about it I just had to share their announcement with you!

If you haven't been to Alaska yet, you really need to add it to your Places to See list! I was there many years ago but drove up the Alaska highway which was a very long, but very interesting trip. But a cruise through the islands and up that beautiful coastline? I am so there!

My business efforts this year will be focused on earning this fabulous cruise! Want to join me? It is very possible and we will have so much fun cheering each other on. Join my team and let's Cruise to Alaska! Not into cruising? Have a fun stamping party for you and your friends and help me reach my goal!

Animal Stories

Monday night I had the pleasure of volunteering once again at Ronald McDonald House Charities. I volunteer every second month at the Chapel Hill House to make cards with the families staying there. Although the purpose is to provide a fun activity and gentle, creative distraction for the moms and kids (sometimes even the dads stamp!), I get just as much out of the experience as they do.

Here's the card we made:

Stampin' Up! is a corporate sponsor of RMHC and when we attend major events such as conferences we make extra make-n-take cards to donate to the houses across the United States. Each new catalog features one exclusive stamp set to help raise money. So far Stampin' Up! has donated $800,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities!

This year the catalog features: Very Thankful (#115338). When you purchase this stamp set, Stampin' Up! will donate $2 to RMHC.

Won't you help make a difference too?

Summer Fun: Final Deal of the Week

Have you played with this punch yet? If not you will be amazed how easily you can punch three different sized hearts in one easy step. These hearts are perfect for Valentines, Love, Wedding, even baby cards, scrapbook pages and paper crafts.

When your heart is full, you often want to show it. Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest, dimension, and color to your cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. You can glue punched shapes directly onto your projects or layer a sheet of card stock that has been punched over a coordinating card stock for a reverse effect. The Heart to Heart punch is a classic heart shape that coordinates with the Love You Much stamp set.

Heart to Heart Punch Item # 113944

Love you Much Stamp Set # 113756:

Please note: this punch special is only available until July 31st (Friday). Email me today or order online to take advantage of this super final July special! Your cost? Just $10.99!

Just for Kids Class

Just for Kids Class

 

 

 

Yes, that's correct. This class is Just for Kids (8 years and older) and will feature three projects using Made 2 Last, a super cute brand new stamp set in the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog.

 

 

Date: Sunday, August 16

Time: 2:00 pm

Cost: $15

 

Bring a friend new to me and you get $5 off the class fee!

Bring 2 new friends and YOU get to make a bonus project for free!

 

Class Registration deadline: Thursday, August 13th.

 

(younger children welcome if Mom stays to help)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Class Options

Coming Alone $15.00Bringing a Friend $10.00

Sundays with Sizzix

That handsome man in brown arrived at my place this week and left 2 boxes of stamps and accessories purchased at my New Catalog Open House. Those of you who placed an order or joined in my ribbon shares at my Open House, everything is here and in bags - expect a call or email from me this week.

Now in one of those boxes was a Textured Impressions embossing folder called Elegant Bouquet.

My card club met Friday night and used this folder to create a card. You can't really see it in the photo, but the center each flower on the vase sparkles with Dazzling Diamonds glitter. This card was a hit!

Elegant Bouquet

Stamp Set: Kind & Caring Thoughts

Stampin' Write Markers: So Saffron, Old Olive

Paper: Old Olive (5.50 x 4.25"), Whisper White (4 x 5/25"), Tall Tales designer series paper (scraps)

Accessories: Big Shot, Textured Impressions Elegant Bouquet, Snail Adhesive, 2 Way Glue pen, Dazzling Diamonds glitter, Paper Snips, Large Oval punch

And now for the video tutorial. Enjoy!

Order your Elegant Bouquet embossing folder by July 31st and I will send you a sample of the Tall Tales designer series paper to make your vases! If you don't have a Big Shot yet but would like to get together to see one in action, give me a call and I'll be happy to give you a demonstration. I have only two spots left in my Card Club so email me today if you want to reserve your spot!

Animal Stories

Are you need in of a super cute birthday card for a very special little person in your life? Animal Stories is a great starting point.

I created this card using Animal Stories (#116736, $15.95) the corresponding Tall Tales designer series paper, Teeny Tiny Wishes, and the brand new Modern Label punch. Add five tiny matching circles using the 1/16" circle punch and the card is done!

The best part about Animal Stories, is that all the images are bold, making them perfect for the busy stamper who prefers to stamp and go! If you place an order for Animal Stories before July 31st, I will send you a sampler of the Tall Tales designer series paper!

Join my Ribbon Share!

Want all the new Polka Dot ribbon in those fabulous new In Colors but can't justify the cost right now? Want some Polka Dot ribbon but don't need 15 yards of every color?

Join my Ribbon Share!

Five members

Get 3 yards of each color Polka Dot Ribbon

Cost: only $15

Join twice and you get 6 yards of each color!

Ribbon will be ordered when the share is full - Sign up today!

 

Share Options

One Share $15.00Two Shares $30.00

Decor Elements fun

Happy birthday Daniel Radcliffe!

Do you have a Harry Potter fan living at your house? Check out our Dragon (is that you Norbert?), Knight & Fairy Decor Elements in the brand new definitely decorative catalog!

Then take a peek at our Castle (Hogwarts perhaps?) Decor Element: 

And to complete the scene add the Clouds, Stars & Moon Decor Elements to the mix.

Using Decor Elements is so easy and add a visual interest to the walls in your home. Many elements come in different sizes and colors and there are designs to match everyone's artistic preference. All you need is a Decor Elements Applicator (#114285, $1.95) and something to apply the elements to (walls, glass jars, picture frames, laptops, scrapbook covers, mirrors - even your car!).

If you have a Harry Potter fan who would LOVE to decorate his/her bedroom Harry Potter style, then order these elements today!

Medallion

I know you have been pouring over the new 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog, drooling over cool new stamp sets and accessories, and creating a wish list that is yards long. But stop for one moment and turn to page 133 to check out the Medallion Background Stamp:

This large damask-style medallion image in the Medallion background stamp (#115223) will lend a touch of Parisian elegance to any project. 

Here's one of the cards I created today using Medallion and Teeny Tiny Wishes:

To create the word image I also used the brand new Modern Label punch. Quick and easy yet super cute! If you are in my Card Club you will get to play with this stamp set at our next meeting. If not, email me to join my club - a great way to play with sets and accessories before you buy!

Stampin' Up! Deal of the Week

Woohoo! Stampin' Up!s Deal of the Week #4 is a DOOZIE!

This week's featured product is Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware!

From now until July 26, you can purchase the Stylized Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware for only $18.99. This kit regularly sells for $29.95.

Our Hodgepodge Hardware kits are an amazing value-each kit contains approximately 200 pieces of hardware!  It includes an assortment of holders and brads which you can use to create memorable gifts, cards, scrapbook pages, and handmade books.

Each kit contains the following (note that number of pieces is approximate):

• Raised Dot Oval holders: 10
• Small Rectangle holders: 10
• Raised dot designer holder: 10
• 1" Circle holders: 10
• Square holders: 10
• 1/2" Genuine holders: 10
• 3/8" Flower brads: 10
• 3/8" Star brads: 10
• 1/2" Flower brads: 10
• Flowers ribbon slides: 10
• 3/16" brads: 100

To order your kit, click on the Online Ordering button in the upper right hand corner of this page! Or email me the number of kits you wish to order no later than Saturday, July 25th and save on shipping costs.

Nursery Necessities Baby Card

Today marks the 40th Anniversary of the moon landing - can you believe that this historic event took place 40 years ago?

So to honor this event, I immediately thought of that wonderful stamp set Nursery Necessities (#113506, set of 12). The card below is fairly simple yet is super cute:

The star was stamped in Versamark and embossed in Silver embossing powder before being punched out using the Star punch (#109045). Although the Blue gingham ribbon is now retired (sniff, sniff), you could use Bashful Blue 1/4" grosgrain ribbon (#109029), Bashful Blue Taffeta ribbon (#109066) or Whisper White Organza ribbon (#114319) instead.

Need a baby card soon? Click here (then click the Shop Now button) to order Nursery Necessities and then contact me for tons of sample ideas using this versatile stamp set!

Christmas in July Sneak Peek

Have you registered for my Christmas in July class yet? This is a super class that will allow you to play with some brand new Catalog products and get a huge jump start on your holiday cards.

Picture this: Thanksgiving arrives before you know it and you are so ready! Your holiday cards have been created for months and are sitting there ready to address and mail. If you love this idea as much as I do, then email me to register for my class today!

This Punch Pals card is super easy and you will create two of them at my Christmas in July class!

Come and make 10 holiday cards with envelopes. Five designs - you will make two of each design. This is a great time to try out our holiday stamp sets to make a variety of cards before you buy! Bring someone new to class and you'll each get to do a BONUS CARD and envelope!

Two dates to choose from: Thursday, July 23 at 6:00 pm OR Saturday, July 25th at 2:00 pm. Cost: only $25. (Please bring your favorite adhesive)

Sundays with Sizzix

Here's a super easy Bag with Scallops Big Shot project guaranteed to generate a "wow" from anyone receiving one as a gift.

Below is a photo of the completed project. Read on for the ingredients and then a video tutorial on how to create this super cute gift bag.

Sweet Treats Bag

Ingredients

Stamp Set: Teeny Tiny Wishes #115370 (24 stamps in the set!)

Punches: Scallop Circle, 1 3/8" circle, 1 1/4" circle, 1" circle

Ink: Rose Red Classic pad

Card stock: So Saffron scraps, Rose Red scraps, Whisper White scraps, Tall Tales designer series paper #115678 (5.50" x 12")- check out the paper pack below

Accessories: Rich Regas brads, Paper Piercing Tool and mat, Sticky Strip, Snail Adhesive, Big Shot, Bag wth Scallops BIGZ XL Die, Extended Premium Crease Pad, Extended Cutting Plate

And now for the video tutorial. Enjoy!

To order the ingredients used to create this project, click here then click the SHOP NOW button!

Summer Cookout Kit

Want a summer idea or a GREAT present for a summer birthday? Take a second look at our Country Living Summer Cookout Kit!

The co-founder of Stampin' Up!, Shelli Gardner, has her own blog and often posts creative ideas featuring our current specials. I know that your time is precious so I thought I would share with you how Shelli used the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit. Here are a few photos lifted from her blog for her summer Cookout party:

Here's how to make these cute boxes:

All the projects in this kit are quick and easy to create and the kit provides everything you need for a fun summer cookout party! Click here (and then click on the photo of the kit) to see the kit contents.