Category Archives: Christmas

Seasons Greetings Sneak Peek …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

A very good morning to you!  As promised, today’s card share is a sneak peek from the upcoming Holiday catalog.  My card features the Bright & Beautiful stamp set and Star’s Framelit Bundle.  More about that later …

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I began with the Soft Sky cardstock and wanted to team it up with Silver.  First is the Fancy Foil Designer Vellum in Silver … I love the way the Soft Sky peaks through the vellum.

I used silver embossing powder on the Soft Sky … which seems to reflect off the silver and create the beautiful tones you see on the card.  The Silver Glimmer paper highlights the star and just calls out… “Holiday”.  I can’t wait … I’m eagerly getting “holiday” cards & projects ready for my retreat!

The greeting is included in the set, and is stamped in Soft Sky.  The banner was trimmed by hand and given a bit of a curl to create some added dimension to the card.

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Your Stampin’ Tip for today is the use of Glue Dots: They are used behind the silver on the vellum to adhere it to the cardstock, yet hid it from the eye.  It is also the best adhesive for attaching cardstock to the Glimmer Paper!

This beautiful stamp set “Bright & Beautiful” and the Star’s Framelit Dies are currently on sale and bundled for you!  You can have this in your hands now at a 15% discount or Free with the purchase of a Big Shot. Click here for more details

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There are other bundle options for you, but I wanted to share the “Star’s Bundle” with you because you can get it now, before the catalog is released on the 28th.  SHOP NOW

So … are you gearing up for the holiday’s already?  At least looking for card ideas?  Sign up for my e-mails and I’ll send you a list of my upcoming classes as soon as I post them.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

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It’s all so exciting ….

Posted in Christmas, Paper Pumpkin, Stampin' Event & Opportunity by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

There is so much excitement going on around here, I’m having a hard time containing myself!

Last night I held my first BYOBox Paper Pumpkin Party!  It was a small gathering but we had a great time!  JOIN US … Once you’ve subscribed (through me) bring your PP Box and your favorite adhesive and we’ll have fun putting together the projects.  There are always yummy snacks, and I’ll share different ways to use your kit!  I send dates to subscribers each month .

Here’s what we did last night …

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BUT, I’ll have more projects to share…  these will be for my Paper Pumpkin subscribers only.  If you don’t live near me … I will send you pictures and instructions of what we did at the BYOBox Party and a link to view the other samples!  You won’t miss a thing!

SIGN UP by August 10th to get the kit that had demonstrators running to sign up after they got a sneak peek at Convention this year!  If you’re a first-time subscriber, you’ll get 50% Off your first two months (just use coupon code HALFOFF2)

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Yesterday you were invited to my Annual Holiday Stampin’ Retreat!  The perfect get-a-way to kick-off the holidays and make some awesome projects!  Retreat is the “calm” before the holiday storm.

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I’m also hosting a demonstrator retreat … we will also focus on the Holiday’s, do some stamping, swapping, talk shop, and just have fun.  Inspire * Create * Share … that’s what we do!

Speaking of Holidays … my Holiday Catalog goodies arrived yesterday!  Told you it was exciting around here!  An entire box just filled with Holiday Fun.  If you are one of my preferred customers or club members – your Holiday Catalog is on it’s way.  If you would like to know how you can get one, contact me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com.

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I also have my Hostess Appreciation Party on the 25th!  An fun event celebrating my Hostesses!  Food, Fun, Stamping, Door Prizes … and surprises!  Make sure you RSVP before the August 13th.

OH Yes …  the awesome Big Shot Sale!  Buy a Big Shot and get a FREE Bundle.  If you have a Big Shot … get one of the fabulous bundles at 15% OFFBS_US

It’s that time of year … I’m setting up my Stampin’ Clubs and upcoming classes.  A “HOT” New set of classes this year is “BLENDABILITIES” … Watch for further details.

See what I mean!  There are so many exciting events and promotions … it’s just a great time to be a stamper! 🙂

Let me know if you have any questions on the events or promotions that I have shared with you today.  It’s a lot to absorb, but it’s so exciting.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Annual Holiday Stamping Retreat …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am pleased to offer you a magnificent stampin’ experience … Our Annual Holiday Retreat. This is a retreat in every sense of the word … and like no other… it is all inclusive!  Your weekend stay, all your meals, and the fabulous stampin’ projects are all included in one low price.

 We will be staying at the amazing Green Lake Conference Center in a stunning English Stone Manor nestled on the shore of beautiful Green Lake.

On October 24th, 25th, and 26th … escape to a weekend free of stress, and begin your holiday season by being pampered and creating beautiful holiday cards and projects.

 

Fantastic News … you may begin arriving anytime after NOON!  Although we will not be serving a formal lunch, there will be appetizers and refreshments to welcome you and kick off our Holiday Retreat!

 

Join the festivities at our all inclusive Holiday Retreat

for only $199 (Early Bird) or $225 after RSVP date.  

 

CHRISTIAN WRITING CENTER

 
Your Room
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Prepare to indulge in comfortable and tranquil  surroundings of this beautiful English Manor.   

Experience the feel of yester-year and a relaxing lakefront atmosphere.  

 The rooms are assigned on a first come, first serve basis.   

The beautiful manors rooms accommodate 2 or 3 guests per room.
The Food

All your meals will be prepared for you and includes:

Dinner …

on Friday Night.

Breakfast … Saturday & Sunday Morning

Lunch & Supper on Saturday

Drinks include: Flavored water, coffee & more throughout your stay!

And Desserts!

 
Your  Projects
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Your inclusive retreat stay includes  all projects…  

The majority of your cards & projects will be pre-cut for your convenience.

You’ll enjoy creating beautiful holiday cards and projects in a fun, yet relaxing environment.

We’ll have holiday music playing to enhance your experience and some
tasty snacks too! 

On October 24th, 25th, and 26th …

Escape to a simpler and more relaxing environment, while creating beautiful holiday cards -n- more at our “All Inclusive Holiday Retreat”!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND … Our annual card swap!  Bring your card (swap count = 17) in a paper bag with $1 and we’ll put them up for the Card Contest!

  You’ll vote for you 3 favorites / Winner gets a $30 Shopping Spree!

(Full Details will be sent to attendee’s after registration closes)
 

Only $199 (Early Bird Special Pricing)

 $225 after August 15th, RSVP date

 

There will be ample downtime to do your own thing, whether its reading, exploring the beautiful grounds of the Green Lake Conference Center (which includes a look-out tower, hiking trails, the Worldwide Gift Store or the lake!) or just relaxing with friends!

 

Occupancy is based on First Come / First Serve…  

Space is Limited to 14

RSVP with PAYMENT REQUIRED

by FRIDAY, August 15th, For Early Bird Pricing  

TO REGISTER:

Click Here to e-mail me   /or/  Call:  262-334-1009

 

We look forward to spending a memorable holiday weekend get-a-way with you!

Happy Stampin’
Linda & Eileen

Great Savings and gifts included ….

Posted in Christmas, HOLIDAYS, New Product Intro / Video, ON SALE! by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yesterday I shared 13 cards that showcased our designer series paper!  If you did not see it, please go back and take a look.  You’ll find a wide variety of occasions for you card needs.

Today I want to share with you all the wonderful goings on at Stampin’ Up!  They just added more items to their CLEARANCE RACK.  I urge you to check it out and get some savings as well.

See how you can get a special gift from me in your mailbox!  Read to the end 🙂

Best deals at a glance:
• Core’Dinations cardstock assortment packs for $9.95 instead of $23.95
• Punches for 40% off
• Designer Series 12×12 papers for $4.39 instead of $10.95
• Backyard Basics Framelits for the Big Shot, $10 off
• Dress Up Framelits for $14.95 instead of $24.95
• Embossing folders $2.39 and up
• Ribbon, twine, lace spools for as low as $1.19

Here is just a glimpse at what was added …

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Stampin’ Up! has brought us Christmas in July!!

I’m so excited that the “Beauty of the Season” stamp set is now available for purchase.  Watch for this stamp set to be featured in my Christmas in July … Oops August Stamp Camp.
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I love that Stampin’ Up! is offering “Christmas Bliss” in July.  This photopolymer stamp set is a fun, fresh Christmas set with a variety of greetings and styles. It has both images and sentiments, making it great for both cards and treat packaging.  And … I love the fonts!

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Speaking of Photopolymer …

Stampin’ Up! has released another new photopolymer set, “Dear Heart” – SO CUTE!:

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Here are a couple of other promotions you might want to check out:  Just click on any of the pictures to see full details …

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While you’re at it, check out the Blendabilities that are current available for purchase:

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Oh! And the Tuesday Weekly Deals were announced ! Check them out here by clicking on the picture.

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You can combine all these deals for great savings … when you purchase on my ON-LINE STORE use HOSTESS CODE:  AT22FGCR

Purchases over $50 (before shipping & taxes) will receive a special gift in the mail from me … something you can use on your cards and projects!!  You must use the hostess code AT22FGCR to qualify.  THESE ORDERS WILL BE SHIPPED DIRECTLY TO YOU … When using the Hostess code.

Or gather your friends and place an order of $150 and receive HOSTESS BENEFITS … Do NOT use the hostess code if you have an order over $150.

Thanks for stopping by, and I’ll see you tomorrow with a card I created with one of our fabulous new stamp sets!!

Have a wonderful day ~

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Exciting News and great card samples!

Posted in Christmas, HOLIDAYS, New Product Intro / Video, ON SALE! by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you are enjoying my Quick -n- Easy card series.  Today I want to share with you all the exciting announcements that Stampin’ Up! has shared with us.  We’ve got Christmas in July and a whole bunch more!!

Christmas has arrived! Stampin’ Up! has released two new stamp sets with Christmas themes – one is from the upcoming Holiday Catalog, and the other is a new photopolymer.

I’m so excited that the “Beauty of the Season” stamp set is now available for purchase.  Watch for this stamp set to be featured in my Christmas in July … Oops August Stamp Camp.  I love cardinals, so as you read this post … mine in already on the UPS truck!  Can’t wait to share with you.

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I love that Stampin’ Up! is offering “Christmas Bliss” in July.  This photopolymer stamp set is a fun, fresh Christmas set with a variety of greetings and styles. It has both images and sentiments, making it great for both cards and treat packaging.  And … I love the fonts!

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Speaking of Photopolymer …

Stampin’ Up! has released another new photopolymer set, “Dear Heart” – SO CUTE!:

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Here are a couple of other promotions you might want to check out:  Just click on any of the pictures to see full details …

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While you’re at it, check out the Blendabilities that are current available for purchase:

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Oh! And the Tuesday Weekly Deals were announced ! Check them out here by clicking on the picture.

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 Woooo …. I hope I didn’t forget anything!  There is so much going on and they have more in store for us in August.  This summer is HOT!!

Thanks for stopping by, and I’ll see you tomorrow with my last of the Quick -n- Easy cards.

Have a fun day ~

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Throwback Thursday … with “Tag It”

Posted in Birthday, Christmas, Get Well Cards, Kids Kards by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

With all the social media buzz going on now days, I thought I’d share something fun with you.  No … I’m not posting a “selfie” but I thought it would be fun to do a “Throwback Thursday”.  So today I’m going to share with you some cards that I had made a while back.

I’m actually going to share a “set sampler” with you.  This is a group of cards made from the same stamp set…. today’s set is the “Tag It” stamp set.   Some of these you have seen before, and some will be new to you.  On that note … let’s get on with the sharing!

My first card is a Get Well card that I paired up with the “Quarterfancy Specialty” Designer Paper.  I created it with Daffodil Delight cardstock because I thought it was bright and cheery!  I also used the Polka Dot embossing folder and Daffodil Delight seam binding.

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This cute birthday card below, is a fun card for the kid of any age … 9 to 92!  I love all the bold colors by using the brights collection: Pacific Point and Real Red.  I teamed it with the In-Color; Gumball Green (this will be retiring this year!)

The “Tag It” stamp set coordinates with the “Chalk Talk Framelits” found on page 187.  I used the tag framelit to create a focal point for my stamped image.

You will also see the cute little “Candy Dots” … I used them to anchor the red banners.  All mounted on the Pacific Point background that was embossed with the “Fancy Fan” folder.

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The “Tag It” stamp set our Ronald McDonald House Charities stamp set.  Each year Stampin’ Up! designs a new stamp set to raise funds to help families who have children with serious illnesses.  When you buy the “Tag It” stamp set …. Stampin’ Up! will donated $3 to the RMHC.  It’s the best kind of gift.

My next card is a fun and bright way of saying … Congratulations!  Who wouldn’t want this star spangled beauty to celebrate their accomplishments.  Again I used the Chalk Talk Framelits and Candy Dots.  I did however team up my stars with the stripes embossing folder.

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Oh yes, there is more!   Why … because “I DIG YOU”!!   Oh my gosh … I love this card (I love them all) but this one is just a neat way to tell someone you care about them.

I used the “Epic Day This and That” Designer Series Paper.  The earthy colors work so well with our “digging” tool!  LOL    Oh my … it’s just too cute!

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I have one last card for you… my “Christmas Around the World” card.  OK … I love this one too!

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I used the “I Am Me” Designer Series Paper because of this pattern.  I just thought “how can you not use that for a Santa card!”  Right?  Again, I used the Chalk Talk Framelits to cut out Santa.  He was actually stamped twice, once in Gumball Green and the other in Real Red.  The green greeting were cut out and popped up on the tag.

If you don’t already have this stamp set … think about it.  With each set sold – $3.00 goes to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.  To date we have donated over $1,000,000 … because we all care.  Kinda makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside!

I hope you enjoyed today’s card share … this one really touches my heart. I have listed the ingredients for these cards along with the link to view or purchase.

I wish you a warm and wonderful day today.

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More card shares …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I would like to share with you, three more cards that we made at our Star’s Christmas Party.  We did what we call a “shoebox swap” … each participant designs a card and then cuts, and brings everything needed to make that card, then everyone at the event gets to make each others cards … it’s fun!

Would you be interested in joining in on a shoebox swap?  Let me know, I’d love to host it.

I thought I would start with Connie’s card ….

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My technique groups should recognize this, we just did the “Stained Glass” technique.  Here is another wonderful card idea for you.

Connie used the “Joyful Christmas” stamp set from the Holiday Catalog (good through January 3rd) and the “Silver 1/8″ Ribbon“.  I love that Connie did her card with Silver embossing, we did ours in gold …. such a small change can make the entire card look different, and both cards are beautiful.

Next, is Ren’s card.  Ren is Connie’s daughter and has been stamping with us for quite a while.

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Don’t you just love it!  We all love a good “punch” card and this one is so cute!  Ren had all the pieces cut so we didn’t even have to cut the door … we just embossed it with the new “Stylish Stripes” embossing folder.

For the wreath, we used the 2-3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch and the 1-3/4″ Circle Punch.  The trick here is to punch out the circle first … then center the scallop punch over the circle to create the perfect wreath!  The punches along with the adorable “Glimmer Brad – Brights Collection ” are found in our main Idea Book & Catalog.

Now I’d like to share with you, Susan’s card… a Tri-fold Easel Card!

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If you’re looking to impress someone, this will do it!  This beautiful card showcases the “Modern Medley” Designer Series Paper.  Anyone who knows me, knows this is one of my favorite Designer Papers in the catalog …. I find it so versatile.

The greeting “Your Kindness means so much” comes from the stamp set “From My Heart” … also found in the main catalog.

I hope you enjoyed today’s card share … I loved making these beautiful cards with these wonderful ladies.  I can’t think of a better day, than stamping with my friends.

If you are interested in any of the items listed to make these cards, you can just click on the link (words highlighted in pink) to view or purchase.

Have an awesome day!

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Star’s Christmas Party card share …

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Hello Stampin’ Friend,

Yes, I took a couple days off, but now I’m back and I have a sneak peek to share with you!  I’m so excited and can’t wait to share the New Occasions Catalog and Sale-a-bration catalogs with you.

Saturday I held my annual Star’s Christmas Party … these are the girls who joined my Star’s and Stampin’ Up! under me.  There were some that could not make it, and were truly missed.

We had plenty of food, treats and candy from the Candyman on Main ….

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Make & takes and a special gift…

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Their gift included a couple of the new items from the Occasions Catalog and a pretty little Star ornament to put on their tree.

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The Make –n– Take I am sharing today is from the Sale-a-Bration catalog.  It’s a Simply Sent kit that you can receive for FREE with a qualifying purchase, or as a Hostess gift.

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These are so precious … and come with different greetings, in different languages!  How fun is that!  Everything you need to create the card comes in the package, and you get 8 cards and envelopes … liners included.

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I will be back with more card shares and sneak peeks from our Christmas Party and upcoming catalogs!

Have an awesome week!

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Pretty Print Christmas Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you’re staying warm!

We’ll today is Friday the 13th … I see that as a good omen (Life is what you make it) so I plan on having a wonderful day.  I wish the same for you.

My card share today is actually a beautiful Christmas cards that I received from my friend Cindy P.   So Cindy … YOU are my guest stamper today!

I had it sitting out in my Stampin’ Studio and the ladies in my technique club just loved it, so I thought I would share it with all of you.

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Cindy used the “Pretty Print Embossing Folder” to create the front of the card.  You can find it on page 24 of the Holiday Catalog, or just click the link to view it.

She then punched out the little trees which came from the holiday petite punch trio that was in last years Holiday Catalog.  I saw it in the Clearance Rack a while back, but when I went to add the link for you, I saw that it was no longer there (Sold Out)… Sorry!

It appears the items on the clearance rack are flying off the shelves (so to speak).  I see many of you have already taken advantage of the savings … some up to 80%!  Thank you so much for choosing me as your demonstrator – US Only.

You can click HERE to view the Clearance Rack.   I have noticed while going through the clearance rack, that once you get to page 10 … just keep clicking on the > arrow – there is still more to see!

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Thank you Cindy for the beautiful card, and I hope you don’t mind that I shared it with the world.  I know they will enjoy it as much as I do.

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Happy Friday the 13th!  Have an awesome day …

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A few of my favorite things …

Posted in Christmas, ON SALE! by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I want to share with you some of my favorite things that are featured in the “CLEARANCE RACK BLITZ” … Plus I’ll highlight these items by showing you some cute projects we have made.

The first is the stocking die, oh my gosh … I sat in my stamp room for hours playing with this die.  When you see the photo you’ll know why, and I had so much fun creating.

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Holiday Stocking Bigz L Die

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Price: Was $32.95   NOW … $19.79
Discount included in the price above.Make fun holiday stockings with paper, fabric, felt, and more! Perfect to accent any holiday craft or gift, or to create a stocking garland! Try accenting your stocking using the Stocking Accents Originals Die. Use with Standard Cutting Pads. Stocking measures 5-1/2″ x 4-3/4″. Die measures 6″ x 8-3/4″.

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Below is the Designer Series Paper I used to create all the stockings hanging by the fireplace.  They were double sided so you could either tuck a candy cane or a gift card inside.

The photo was taken at my Holiday Retreat last year … each guest got to take home a stocking.  The other projects you will see in a few minutes.  I miss this fun and colorful designer paper … Who doesn’t love Cherry Cobbler and Gumball Green for Christmas!

I have added links to the items so you can view or purchase them.  The links are highlighted in “pink”.

Be of Good Cheer Designer Series Paper

Be Of Good Cheer Designer Series Paper

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Price: Was $10.95   NOW $4.39
12 sheets: 2 ea. of 6 double-sided designs. 12″ x 12″. Acid- and lignin- free. Coordinates with the Be of Good Cheer Suite. Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green, Very Vanilla.

 

Holiday Collection Framelits Dies

Holiday Collection Framelits Dies

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Price: Was $24.95    NOW $14.99
Designed to frame around stamped images from the Scentsational Season Stamp Set, so you can see where to cut the images! Tree: 1-3/4″ x 2″. Cut single sheets of paper. 6 dies. Use with Big Shot machine, Standard Cutting Pads, and Multipurpose Platform.

Here are a couple of my favorites projects we made using the Holiday framelit collections … I wish they were still here!  I must admit … I have not given mine up yet, I still have them tucked away safely in my back room.

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For those of you who were lucky enough to attend my Holiday Stamp Camp last year, you KNOW this is my favorite.  We had a contest to see which of the 10 cards they got to make, was my favorite.  To my surprise … we only had one winner!  We had a great time and all the cards were just as fun or lovely, but there is something about Gingy that just stole my heart.

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There are so many items that I loved to use that are now on the clearance rack … and like these, they are being “Blitzed” for a super holiday sale.  I hope you get to enjoy these great products at a discount.  Please let me know if you have any questions or if you need help.

Now … you got to see my three favorites, and I think you will agree, they are pretty awesome!

Let me know what your favorite is.

Remember … Items are on a “while supplies last” basis.  Click here to view entire clearance rack and shop now or you can click on the links above (in pink) to go directly to the product you would like to purchase.

ON THAT NOTE:  I would also like to share with you the “Weekly Deals“

2013-2015 In Color Core'dinations
2013-2015 In Color Core’dinations
Price: $11.95 $8.96
Blushing Bride 3/4 Chevron Ribbon
Blushing Bride 3/4″ Chevron Ribbon

Price: $8.95 $6.71
Card Base Pop' N Cuts
Card Base Pop’ N Cuts

Price: $39.95 $29.96
Designer Rosette Bigz Xl Die
Designer Rosette Bigz Xl Die

Price: $42.95 $32.21
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch

Price: $15.95 $11.96
Holly Berry Bouquet Kit -- Digital Download
Holly Berry Bouquet Kit – Digital Download

Price: $9.95 $5.97
Neutrals Stampin' Write Markers
Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers

Price: $22.95 $17.21
Ready. Set. Send.
Ready. Set. Send.

Price: $19.95 $14.96

Stay warm out there… we’re heading for a high of zero today!  Wooo hooo … now you know why I’m working so hard to earn the incentive trip to Hawaii.  Yup!

Again, stay warm and have an awesome day.

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Chalkboard Technique …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

You don’t have to live in Wisconsin these days to feel the wrath of the weather … snow, freezing rain, and below zero temperatures are hitting over half our country!  WOW …

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I thought this artwork was cute and it fits in with today’s card and technique share: Chalkboard Technique

What better way to say it’s cold outside than with snowflakes.  My club members will recognize this card because it is one of the two designs they made in November, when they learned the “Chalkboard” Technique.

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Besides the black cardstock seen here, I also used Soft Sky.  I wanted something blue, but I didn’t want to over power the white and black.

I will share with you the steps it takes to create this card. I’ve been know to break down techniques to the most basic level or recreate them so they are simpler, and keeping it more fun to do!

DIRECTIONS:
1) Swipe the embossing buddy across your black cardstock to prevent stray embossing powder from sticking to unstamped areas.

2) Arrange your stamps in a desired pattern and stamp in White Craft or Versamark ink

3) Sprinkle white embossing powder over stamped areas, shake off excess and heat with embossing gun.

4) Add details (such as a border or other doodles) with chalk marker.

5) Rub embossing buddy in the corners and around sentiments to resemble chalk dust.

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My clubs not only make 2 projects using the technique they’re learning, but create a “Technique Sheet!”  They are easily stored in a 6 x 6 scrapbook so they can refer to them when they want to recreate a technique.  It is my most popular club!  My members also receive the “hostess benefits” … free stamps and accessories!

If you and 5-7 of your friends want to get together and learn techniques … I will start one for you beginning in January.  Just email me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

If you haven’t noticed … I want to point out that I have used the same two stamp sets that I used on yesterday’s card … the Festive Flurry and Joy to the World stamp sets.  It’s great how you get a totally different look even when using the same stamp sets!

I love showing you different ways to use your stamp sets and accessories…  it makes them more cost effective for you!

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Thanks so much for stopping by … I’ll have more for you tomorrow!

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Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

 ITEM

 PRICE

 DESCRIPTION

 131778

$39.95

 Festive Flurry Stamp Set – WOOD

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$29.95

 Festive Flurry Stamp Set – CLEAR

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$21.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – WOOD

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$16.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – CLEAR

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$5.95

 Embossing Buddy

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$7.50

 Whisper White Craft Ink Pad

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$29.95

 Heat Tool

 109132

$4.75

 White – Embossing Powder

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$3.50

 White Stampin’ Chalk Marker

 119246

$4.95

 Rhinestones

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

Christmas Wishes …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Burrr!  Hope you’re staying warm.

As we begin the day with a whoppin’ 5 degrees, I hear it’s going to warm up into the 20’s … just so it can snow!  Oh well, that’s winter in Wisconsin!

Today I will share with you my final “Silver & Gold” card (we’ll at least for a little while).  I couldn’t resist, I was just having too much fun creating with these fabulous foil papers.

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My card today highlights the “snowflake” from the “Festive Flurry” stamp set found in the Holiday catalog.  Just to let you know,  the holiday catalog purchasing period ends January 2nd.

I heat embossed the snowflake with the silver embossing powder and cut it out with the coordinating “Festive Flurry” framelit dies.  I then highlighted it with the rhinestones.

I used the Ovals Collection framelits to cut out an oval to showcase the snowflake.  I also added a strip of the gold foil paper to the side, after embossing it with the “Stylish Stripes” Impressions Folder.  I accented it with the silver ribbon, just to tie bring the card together.

My greeting “Christmas Wishes” comes from the stamp set “Joy to the World” … I was really impressed with the stamps in this set and use them quite a bit on my cards.

I used Very Vanilla cardstock as my base, it created a softer and warmer effect than using the white.

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Thanks for stopping by and I will be sure to show you something other than silver and gold tomorrow.

Stay warm ~

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Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

 ITEM

 PRICE

 DESCRIPTION

 132622

$3.95

 Gold Foil Sheets

 132193

$24.95

 Festive Flurry Framelit Dies

 131778

$39.95

 Festive Flurry Stamp Set – WOOD

 131781

$29.95

 Festive Flurry Stamp Set – CLEAR

 131796

$21.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – WOOD

 131799

$16.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – CLEAR

 129381

$26.95

 Ovals Collection Framelit Dies

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

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There is still time to purchase “GIFT CERTIFICATES” for you friends and family … An awesome gift, just before the new “Occasions Catalog” is released and Sale-a-bration just around the corner. 

Contact me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

Christmas Cheer …

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Hello my Stampin’ Friends,

Wow … It’s cold outside today!  We’ve got -4 degree windchills …. burr!

Today I want to share another Silver and Gold card, simple and pretty.  Just a few steps to create…

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I taped together (on the back) the silver and gold blocks to create the background.  I then stamped the snowflake from “Festive Flurry” and heat embossed with silver embossing powder.

I embossed a separate snowflake and cut it out with the coordinating Framelits.

My “christmas cheer” greeting comes from the stamp set “Sweet Essentials”.

Now to finish off the card I added the Cherry Cobbler Bakers twine and a “Frosted Finishes Embellishment”.

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Enjoy your day and stay warm …

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Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

 ITEM

 PRICE

 DESCRIPTION

 132622

$3.95

 Gold Foil Sheets

 132193

$24.95

 Festive Flurry Framelit Dies

 131781

$29.95

 Festive Flurry Stamp Set – CLEAR

 126457

$14.95

 Sweet Essentials Stamp Set – CLEAR

 132150

$6.95

 Frosted Finishes Embellishments

 132178

$3.95

 Silver Foil Sheets

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

Silver and Gold Greetings …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

OK … so how many of you did I stump with my “Stay Gold” comment or wonder who the heck Johnny and Ponyboy were?  It’s from the movie “The Outsiders” …

The Outsiders is a 1983 American drama film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, an adaptation of the novel of the same name by S. E. Hinton.  (taken from Wikipedia)

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The film is noted for its cast of up-and-coming stars, including C. Thomas Howell (who garnered a Young Artist Award), Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, Matt Dillon, Tom Cruise, Patrick Swayze, Ralph Macchio, and Diane Lane.

Ponyboy Curtis was played by C. Thomas Howell and Johnny Cade was played by Ralph Macchio… the main characters in the film.  I like this movie and watch it whenever it’s on.  It truly launched the careers of many of it’s cast.

Today’s card share …

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Staying with the “gold” theme … I followed the same technique as yesterday, embossing the gold foil sheet but I used the “Stylish Stripes” emboss folder on today’s card.  Then I secured the beautiful “Silver 1/8″ Ribbon” along the double stripes to create a cool effect.

I promise I won’t go into the background of the holiday song … Silver and Gold sung by Burl Ives.  However, I will ask … do you know what movie that hails from???

Keeping my card simple … I just added the “Season’s Greeting” greeting from the “Joy to the World” stamp set.  Again, I heat embossed it with gold emboss powder, then backed the greeting with the Silver Foil paper.  The base of the card is Whisper White.

Many of the items used for this card are found in the Holiday catalog, and you can view by clicking on any of the “highlighted” words.

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Have a great day ~

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Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

 ITEM

 PRICE

 DESCRIPTION

 132622

$3.95

 Gold Foil Sheets

 132174

$7.95

 Stylish Stripes Impressions Emboss Folder

 131796

$21.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – WOOD

 131799

$16.95

 Joy to the World Stamp Set – CLEAR

 132137

$4.95

 Silver 1/8” Ribbon

 132178

$3.95

 Silver Foil Sheets

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

Simplicity is Golden

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Hello my Stampin’ Friends,

A happy Monday to you all.  Today’s card share began with a just a thought …. something simple.

So many of us have busy, busy lives, yet we still want to show how much we care by sending hand-stamped cards, right?  So here’s my simple solution ….

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I used the beautiful Gold “Foil Sheets” and simply rolled them through the Sizzix BigShot with the “Petals-a-Plenty” embossing folder.  The foil sheets are single sided and come 2 – 12 x 12 sheets for only $3.95!  You can do 12 cards with just 1 package!

The base for the card is “Very Vanilla” … and to give it that truly “Old Fashioned” look, I tied a pretty “Victorian – 5/8″ Crochet Trim” bow.  I thought it helped to tone down the gold just a bit, and maintain the beauty of the card.

The greeting “Deck the Halls” comes from the stamp set “Christmas Messages” which is found in the Holiday catalog and is ON SALE!  It was heat embossed in Gold, but if you wanted a quicker method … just stamp the greeting using the “Gold Metallic Encore Pad” found in the Holiday catalog.

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Finally, I simply punched out the greeting with the 2  1/2″ Circle punch.  I know many of you have this punch after we created our “flip cards” in class.

Remember, by clicking on any of the highlighted items, you can see what they look like.  Thank you.

Have a wonderful week …

and as Johnny said to PonyBoy … “Stay Gold”.

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Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

 ITEM

 PRICE

 DESCRIPTION

 132622

$3.95

 Foil Sheets – GOLD

 131790

$28.95

 Christmas Messages – WOOD

 131793

$20.95

 Christmas Messages – CLEAR

 120906

$16.95

2 ½” Circle Punch

 106824

$7.95

Petals-a-Plenty Embossing Folder

 108481

$4.95

 5/8” Crochet Trim – Victorian

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.