If you missed my Sale-a-Bration Open House last weekend, you missed this special make-n-take.   Check it out!  I used the fabulous Mixed Bunch stamp set and punch – you've seen a "bunch" of fun samples here on my blog using this stamp set – it's a must have – AND you can only get it until April 30!

Here's an added incentive – a Mixed Bunch Stamp Camp on April 14 at 9:30am.  RSVP by April 8 if you want the stamp set and punch!  Here's the details;  Make 4 gorgeous projects and receive a special price on the class, stamp set and punch!   Here are your options;

• Already have the stamp set and punch?  Lucky you – class is $8
• I need the clear mount stamp set and punch – $42 (retail $45.80 + $8 class fee!)
• I need the wood mount stamp set and punch – $47 (retail $52.91 + $8 class fee!)

Oh, and did I tell you there are only 2 days left in Sale-a-Bration?  Today and tomorrow!   Sooooooo – to give you a little added incentive, The first 5 people to call me with an order will get 20% off their order of $50 or more!!!!   Call me!   651-437-4440.

Blessings!

It has been so nice in Minnesota!  Grass is getting green.  Trees are budding.  Perennials are breaking through.  Pretty soon, we'll see butterflies. . . but, they were also out in my studio this week.

I love how this card turned out.  I saw a similar layout somewhere and added a few touches.  Here's what I used;

Cardstock & Ink;  Concord Crush, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, First Edition DSP

Stamp Sets;  Fresh Vintage, Blessings from Heaven

Punches:  2 1/2" circle and scallop edge

Sizzix Die; Beautiful Butterflies, Beautiful Wings

In the spirit of using all parts, check out what the inside of the card looks like: 

Cute!!

Keep in mind a very important thing.  Concord Crush is a 2010-2012 In Color.  So that means in May you will have your last chance to stock up on this color and the other 2010-2012 In Colors.  Stock up.  Don't forget your re-inkers!!!

Blessings!

I love it when you get more than you bargained for!   Here's a great example. . . . this Triple Treat Flower is so perfect when used with our punches – it's just a WOW!

Check it out!   Oh, and did you realize that you can get this stamp for free during Sale-a-Bration? 

The 3 punches (aka Triple Treat) are;  Fancy Flower, 1/2" circle, 5 Petal Flower

I used the Twitterpated paper  – Riding Hood Red and Baja Breeze are one of my favorite color combinations – and for those of you who know me well know that red is my very least favorite color of all time!   We made this card at my Chicks, Chocolate & Card night – sorry you missed it!

Blessings!
 

Happy Day everyone!   I am having a pretty good time in Arizona.  I know that I will have an even better time now that I can relax about my dear hubby.  He is home.  While we don't have answers as to why he had the chest pain, I am confident that he was thoroughly checked out.  So, rest for him and we will check in with the Dr.'s next week.  Our son, Mike was with him.  (I don't know if I've talked about Mike on my blog before but he is a wonderful man and father).  Chrissy, our daughter will spend the weekend with him. 

Here is a pic of my daughter Mandy and my dad from yesterday.

So today we are off to Sedona.  Excited to do some hiking and sightseeing. 

Here's a quick card that we did last week at card class.  It uses one of the free Sale-a-Bration sets.  Simple layout that's worth copying!

Blessings!

It's been a fun day of crafting as I made gifts for my honey for Valentines day.  While I did buy a gift, I wanted to create something heartfelt.  So, here is the outside of my gift;

I simply used a heart shaped box and covered it with Everyday Enchantment paper.  I also used the ribbon and brad from the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon and Brad pack.  The banner came from the Take it to Heart set and the greeting came from the Loving Thought stamp set.  Here's a close up of the flower

I punched 3 flowers each from the Mixed Bunch punch and the 5-petal flower punch.  I scrunched them and pulled the paper apart.  Layering and securing with the brad.  I also spritzed them with Vanilla Shimmer paint.  I secured the whole project to a Pool Party scalloped heart cut from the Hearts Framelits.  I love how it turned out.

Inside I am going to put little slips of paper with things I love about my honey.  I'm excited to give this to him! 

I hope this inspired you to create a special gift for your honey too.

Blessings!

Here's another quick Valentine treat for you to consider making this weekend.  It's one that I have done before but, worth repeating.

The scalloped envelope die is used to create the "wrap" for this Valentine treat.  Here is what I used to make this treat;

Stamp Set:  P.S. I love you

Paper & Ink:  Lucky Limeade, Springtime Vintage (Free during Sale-a-Bration with qualifying order), Poppy Parade, Pool Party

Punches & Dies;  Scallop Envelope Die, Blossom Party Die, Label Punch

Accessories:  Printed Brads – Free with qualifying order during Sale-a-Bration

It's actually pretty simple and easy – I plan to crank out a few of these this weekend for my co-workers – I can't wait to give them out!

Blessings!

When I was preparing for hostess clubs this week, I wanted to show a "bunch" of samples using this set so that I could show my customers the versatility of this set.  When I created this card, I loved the look.  While it's simple, the boldness of it just catches my eye. . . . don't you agree with me?

I used the same technique I described a couple of days ago to create the interest at the top of the card.  The only difference is that I used the Adorning Accents Edgelit.  The stem is from the Sweetheart stamp set – dig it out as it was a favorite a few years ago and goes so perfectly with this set!  I finished it off with the Springtime Vintage DSP and an Everyday Enchantment brad – 2 of the free items from Sale-a-Bration! 

I also want to call your attention to the greeting on this card.  It is from the Loving Thoughts stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog.  What I love about this greeting set is;

• It is available in a digital download – and will be a great addition to My Digital Studio pages
• It's a little out of the ordinary but, is perfect for cards where I want something just a bit different than "happy birthday", "have a great day", etc.  

Hope you enjoyed this card as much as I did – and if you did, why not may someone's day.  Be a Daymaker!   How do you do that?  Well – make 2 of these cards – one for you and one for a friend and pop it in the mail.  Then sit back and imagine the look on your friends face and the warm fuzzy feeling they will have when they receive this gorgeous card!

Blessings!

Here is a great way to use your labels framlits in a slightly different way.  Note the poppy parade cardstock at the top of the card. 

I simply put the top of my cardstock through the framelit and cut it – only rolling it partway through the big shot!  So simple – but what a great addition to this card!   LOVE it!!!!!

Here's a close up of what I am talking about. . .

Don't you love how cool the Springtime Vintage DSP looks on this card?   Cool beans!  So many possibilities.  If you haven't yet ordered your framelits – labels or hearts – they are a must have!   Stay tuned for more great looks in the near future.

In the meantime, I am looking for some special person or people. . . . now don't go rushing to any conclusions.  While it could be a man I am looking for – it's not to replace my current prince – aka Jim.  Here is what I am looking for;

• Someone who would love to receive Stampin' Up!'s Success magazine for 3 months – yes for the first time ever and for a limited time, I get to choose 1 person to get this magazine, that I get so many ideas from, FREE for 3 months.  No strings attached – but, the hope is that you'll be inspired to join the Stampin' Up! family!
• I'm also looking for some special person(s) to join my team before February 22.   It's such a great time – during Sale-a-Bration,  Only $125 for over $360 worth of supplies and a 20% discount on your wish list!!!!  Yep, and you are a demo until the new catalog comes out so you'll get in on the fantabulous sneak peak – in other words, you get the goods before everyone else!!!!  And if that's not enough, each month for a year Stampin' Up! is going to give you a gift – either DSP or a digital download!    What are you waiting for?  It does sound a bit like to good to be true – but, trust me – it's not!

Give me a call if you want more details on either of these offers.  You can join my team for product training on Wednesday February 8 at 7pm. 

Blessings!

Yep, it starts today.  So many of my customers were VERY excited for this years Sale-a-Bration. . . I have been up since 4am putting in orders they had given me to put in FIRST thing today!   Of the many popular Sale-a-Bration choices is the Everyday Enchantment DSP.  Check out these cards on display at Leadership.

Note the coordinating brads and ribbon!   LOVE them!   So, here's the details about Sale-a-Bration this year!

Customers;

• Free item from the Sale-a-Bration brochure for every $50 in merchandise!

Hostesses;

• Wow – even better this year!
• Free bundle of products for a $400 workshop!  You'll get a stamp set, shopping tote, The awesome DSP and the ribbon and brad pack – check out the pic above – you need these items!
• Free tote for $150 workshop!
• AND that's in addition to the already awesome hostess benefits!

New Demonstrator opportunity

• Kit "on sale" for only $125!   That's $325 worth of products for only $125!
• PLUS you will get a free paper pack or digital download every month for the rest of the year when you place an order!  It's like the gift that keeps on giving!

Upcoming Opportunities!

Saturday, January 28 2-5pm  Sale-a-Bration Open House   RSVP by Thursday to have a gift waiting for you!

Sunday, January 29 1pm – Big Shot Fun – you are going to fall in love with all of the big shot items in the Occasions Mini Catalog!  And I learned some great new tips and techniques at Leadership!   You will want to come to this class!!!!

Blessings!

I LOVE the free DSP from the Sale-a-Bration Catalog – look at how cool this card is!   I used one of the patterned papers and made a rosette out of eight 1 3/8" circles!   Adding a little of the yummy new ribbon from the mini catalog and a tone on tone textured background and the result is a gorgeous card!  

I'm off to bed tonight but, you'll have to check back in the next few days – I think I'll try out some of the other DSP patterns! 

Blessings!