Share What You Love 2 ….

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Oh My Gosh … when I got home from work yesterday I checked my phone for messages.  Five missed calls – OK … One message, so I listened and to my surprise I heard; “Hello Linda, this is Sara Douglass from Stampin’ Up!”

WHAT … are you kidding me!! Sara … CEO of Stampin’ Up!!  She said “I’m calling to congratulate you on your $500,000 Milestone.  That is a huge milestone, and a lot of stamps!” So tell me … how often does the CEO of the company you represent or work for, call you and congratulate you for your accomplishments? (Usually I got a bigger workload for a job well done!) Recognition is one of the reasons I have stayed with Stampin’ Up! for 18 years … Don’t we all like to be told we did a good job!

Did I mention … they also give their demonstrators a $1000 bonus each time we reach a $100,000 milestone!!  I am amazed and grateful to be associated with this wonderful company … Stampin’ Up!  Thank you Sara for the call … and I’m sorry I missed it!!

OK … I’m back to share the last of the bundles from the  …

Here is the video again … just in case you need a refresher (I would) lol

 

On Monday I shared to goodies packed in the Level 1 and Level 2 bundles, now here is the Level 3, or should I say “Got to have it All” bundle!!

WOW … that really is a bundle full of goodies!! I know I had to have it all (Got mine … perk of being a demonstrator) Not so we can have bragging rights … but so we can sit down and prepare a wonderful class or samples to share on our blogs with you.

I’m a face to face kinda girl … so watch for a class listing from me 🙂  Meanwhile, here are the cute cards that were shown in the video …

Remember, in the video, Brandi told us that she created the greeting on the left card buy using the “Make a Difference” stamp set … how cool is that!

Stampin’ Up! has one more bundle for us … the NEW IN-COLORS!!!!

I’d love to hear what you think!!

Thank you for checking back in with me today.

Have a wonderful day!

 

BIG News … Big Savings!!!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Wow … I woke up yesterday to a BIG announcement from Stampin’ Up! They have added new items to the Clearance Rack …

They have added some amazing products that some of us have been trying to get our hands on!! Stampers… the DETAILED GATE THINLITS DIE IS ON SALE!!

The Designer Series papers are awesome, I love them all and couldn’t tell you which is my favorite!!  This is one of the best Clearance Racks I’ve seen in a long time!!

Here you see the Quilted Christmas Designer Paper, Quilt Builder Framelit Dies and the Stitched Felt embellishments… all on SALE!

So take a look, you can click on any of the items for more information, or to begin shopping.

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Supply List

This card uses both the Cardfront Builder Thinlits Dies and the Merry Little Christmas Designer Paper …

I will be back tomorrow and I’ll finish showing you more from this fabulous suite.

Thank you for stopping in and please let me know if you have any questions with the Clearance Rack items.

Have a wonderful day!

 

Share What You Love ….

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you made it through the weekends terrible weather … seemed bad all over!! I just took a peek at the upcoming weather and they are talking about 50 this weekend. That might not seem to nice to those of you in Arizona and surrounding areas, but it beats snow and ice with 50 mile per hour winds!  One awesome thing thing that came out of that weather was ….

Isn’t this hauntingly beautiful.  It was taken in Port Washington, Wi by Jeffrey Ewig Photography.  I love lighthouses and have always wanted to get an amazing photo like this … so you know next time there are high winds, I’m off to Lake Michigan with my camera!!  There are some beautiful lighthouses along Lake Michigan and it’s one of my favorite things to do on the drive up to Door County.

OK … now that I shared something that I love (besides stamping) I’d like to share a video that shows all the amazing items in the “Share What You Love” Suite.

So grab your coffee, sit back and relax while you watch this video.  Don’t worry … it’s not that long, I just thing you should take a nice break!!

Isn’t that an amazing product suite … I love it, and I will be sharing it!! I will host a class in May, my Clubs will get to use it, and my Retreat attendee’s will also be creating with this suite!!  All of the cards will be different …

This is the Level 1 Bundle! Great if you are a new stamper.

This is the card that was created for the video; simple but elegant.

I’d also like to share the Level 2 bundle. This is a step up for a more experienced stamper.  The block is gone (you’ll already have one) but you’ll get an additional stamp set and more … I love the box that contains the embellishments!!!

Since we’ve stepped up the bundle, we have stepped up the card …

It’s so pretty and I love the colors! The colors are so warm and the velvet ribbon adds a touch of softness. Who wouldn’t want this card!

Anyhow, I’m going to let you go now, but stop back tomorrow and I’ll finish showing you more from this fabulous suite.

Thank you for hanging out with me today.

Have a wonderful day!

 

Sneak Peek …Customer Preorder!!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today  I have two cute card samples taken from one of the boards at our OnStage event earlier this month that I would like to share with you.

I found these cards come from the product suite “Share What You Love” and that is will be a preorder for our customers this May! You will be able to purchase one of the bundles before the New Catalog comes out in June.

Here is a beautiful card using the new designer paper, ribbon and embellishments.  There is also an embossing folder included in one of the kits ….

So pretty!!! Do you see the cute little colored pearls? This product suite has some many beautiful pieces to it.

Stop back tomorrow and watch a video that will show you the three different bundles and the beautiful products included in the kit. I will also have samples for you to view again.

Thank you for checking in on me today, and don’t forget to stop back tomorrow.

Have a beautiful start to your week.

 

Simply Sunday: Memories & More

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m sharing a product that was designed to save you time but gives you a beautiful finished product! You can create cards, scrapbook pages and more. Let me introduce you to the Petal Passion Memories & More Card Pack …

Sit back and watch this quick video that shows you everything that is included in the card pack.

Stampin’ Up!’s Memories & More Card Packs are so versatile! The Petal Passion Card Pack coordinates with the Petal Passion suite, and is available exclusively in the 2018 occasions (spring/summer) catalog.

This is such a cute Product Suite … you can find it on pages 22 through 24 of the Occasions Catalog.  I love that the card kit coordinates with the bundle!

Please remember that the Petal Passion Memories & More Card pack will retire at the end of May. Don’t wait too long though because retired products are “only available while supplies last”.  ALL Bundles also retire!!

Thank you for joining me today ~

Enjoy your Sunday!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’  SUPPLY LIST …

Sweet “Sneak” Peeks into the New Catalog …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to be short on words but will share some of the beautiful cards that were shared with those of us who were lucky enough to attend the April OnStage event.

You’ll view 3 talented demonstrators boards and two projects they created that highlight the new catalog stamp sets …. enjoy!

First up… Stesha and the Peaceful Reflection Bundle.

The softness of the lines really do create a “Peaceful Reflection”…

Next I would like to share two cards from the “Animal Outing” bundle! So cute …

This is just one of the stamp sets that we got as a gift from Stampin’ Up! at OnStage. I am really lovin’ this stamp set, so you will be seeing many more from this set.

Last but not least, it’s actually one of my favorites so far … the “Painted Glass” bundle. This board was created by my fellow West Bend demonstrator Pat Ertman, she did a beautiful job!

Saved this beautiful card for last … so pretty!!

The bundle comes with the stamp set and framelits. Also in the product suite is the stunning stained glass vellum paper.  Can’t wait to get my hands on this entire suite and I’ll be sure to invite you!!

Thank you for spending your Saturday with me … it looks like many of us are house bound, this spring is just not making an appearance!!

Whooops … did I say that! Nope not me, it was the robin!!

Have a good day, stay warm, stay dry ~

 

More OnStage = Sneak Peeks

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have a few more pictures from our Stampin’ Up! OnStage event last weekend. Today I’ll give you a glimpse on what it’s like to be in the audience watching the presentations.

Each table was lovingly decorated … don’t know when and how they have time to do this!! They amaze me … and butterflies! My Mom loved butterflies and to walk into a room that is filled with them brought a tear to my eye.

Follow the butterflies across the tables (past the person who photo bombed – lol) … you begin with the purples & pinks, blues, greens, yellows and orange. Now image the entire room filled like this, it was beautiful.  Our eyes work much better than cameras!!  Here is a close up of the table … matching note books to the butterflies!

Now as we get seated and the event begins, we were blessed to have Shelli Gardner (Co-Founder of Stampin’ Up!) as our main presenter … we had many great Stampin’ Up! staff presenting in Milwaukee.  Remember, they are spread out all over the world! Sara … Shelli’s daughter was presenting in Australia!!

My Star’s and I were in the row of  “Yellow Butterflies” …  We were closer to the back which is fine with me, because with all the big screens we don’t miss a thing! The next few pictures will be shots of the new product presentations.

I can not show the catalog or the stamp sets … but we can share samples! They show us so much in the time we are there, your best bet is to bring along your camera and go nuts!  So much information … So much fun!! Hmmm … more butterflies. How did she do that???

The day isn’t all work though … we get lunch, more stamping demonstrations, we get to stamp and use the new products too … Demonstrator Life is Good!  And if that isn’t good enough, we get our cake – and eat it too … or should I say Cupcake!!

Yup … Life was good and if this is a sneak peek to what OnStage Live in Orlando this November is going to be, I think they are going to Rock our stocks off!  Want to join me??? Let’s chat.

I will continue sharing what we saw at OnStage and you’ll see more samples!!  Plus … I think my UPS man will be paying me a visit soon with my pre-order 🙂

Till then I thank you for stopping in to visit me today ~

I hope you have a great weekend!!

Retiring Products List …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

So how are you taking the big color changes?  Are you as excited as I am? Sure, I’m a little sad to see a couple of those colors go, but the new colors far overshadow the old … I love them!!

Well … there is more, now we have to say good-bye to truly, some of our favorite stamp sets, dies and accessories.

Select products from the 2018 occasions catalog and 2017-2018 annual catalog are retiring—and this is your last chance to get them! Check out all the details below …

Promotion Information

  • Promotion dates: April 9–May 31, 2018 beginning at 1:00 PM (MT)
  • The retiring lists will be released simultaneously across our global markets; they will be listed per local time zone.
  • There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.
  • Retiring items may be added to all order types: demonstrator, workshop, customer, and online.
  • All retiring items are only available while supplies last and will be discontinued after May 31.
  • Due to high demand for retiring stamp sets, retiring stamp sets will be guaranteed available until May 25; all other products are not guaranteed and are only available while supplies last.
  • Retiring items are eligible for Stampin’ Rewards with qualifying orders.
  • Retiring host sets can only be purchased using Stampin’ Rewards from a qualifying party.
  • Depending on inventory levels, discounts on select products may be introduced on or after May 8.
    • These discounts will not be preannounced.
    • Discounts may vary by market depending on inventory levels.
    • If you buy a product at retail price and then it is later discounted, Stampin’ Up! will not refund the difference.
    • If there is a product you want, we recommend buying it right away and not waiting to see if it’s discounted later or you/your customer risk it being sold out.

OK … Now that you have all the details, check out the lists just by clicking on the link 🙂 

Retiring Products List – Annual Catalog (Above)

This retiring products list contains items from the 2017-2018 annual catalog. Product availability will be updated on the Inventory Status Report (see more details below). Products are only available until May 31, 2018, or while supplies last.

 

 Retiring Products List – Occasions Catalog (Above)
This retiring products list contains items from the 2018 occasions catalogs. Product availability will be updated on the Inventory Status Report (see more details below). Products are only available until May 31, 2018, or while supplies last.

 

I hope this helps you find what your looking for or please feel free to contact me so I can help or answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for stopping in today ~

Enjoy yours!

Big News … What’s Going … What’s Coming Back … What’s New!!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

What an exciting time it is to be a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator! Today I’m going to share some of the fun we had at CenterStage and OnStage this weekend and some of the changes coming!! Wow … I love my job!

Let’s start with Friday night when Stampin’ Up! hosted CenterStage … a fun night out for their demonstrators who have achieved Silver Elite status and above (Leadership).

Because Stampin’ Up! is celebrating 30 years … we were invited to party like it’s 1988, so we rocked it 80’s style! I’m kind of glad you cannot see my outfit (LOL) because I didn’t even dress like that in the 80’s … except maybe for the shoulder pads!! I’m here with Lyssa … a fellow demonstrator from Watertown, WI.

I have to say … Stampin’ Up! really loves to spoil us. Look at all the goodies we came home with on Friday night!  And there was more on Saturday …

Oh yes … You are seeing the new catalog tucked under there.  We have a policy were we cannot show anything until it is released for all our fellow demonstrators to see.  Do also see color swatches?? We’ll get to that in a few minutes 🙂   Come join me and my downline at the table Saturday Morning …

Each one of us in attendance got one of those little light boxes, so I set mine up to Welcome my team when they arrived!  Love these ladies …

Here are just 3 of my team of Star’s; Brenda, Debi and Connie … a group of ladies who love what we do, and we love sharing it with you! We’d love you to join us at our next OnStage … it’s in Orlando. Girls just wanna have fun!!

There IS a little business shared at our OnStage event, and lots of showcasing of new products. Can’t wait to share with you, but we have a retiring list coming!! AND we are going into a Color ReVamp!

Stampin’ Up! is refreshing our color line, when they listed the ones leaving …. I understood! Will I miss some, YES, but I’m much more excited about the new ones coming in!!! Let’s start with the colors that will be leaving …

You knew that the 2016-18 Colors were leaving, but with the color revamp … we have a few more. Don’t be sad about those leaving, you still have time to stock up but Don’t forget your INK REFILL!!

I thought I would miss Elegant Eggplant – until they announced “which one’s were coming BACK” … yes, you heard me correctly! My favorite … Oh My Gosh, I can’t wait to tell you … BLACKBERRY BLISS!!!! I am so excited, I LOVE this color ❤  And Mossy Meadow!! Glad they’re back … here are the rest of the returning colors!!

It’s been about 5 years since we had a color update and 8 years since Stampin’ Up! has done a revamp like we’re seeing now.  I’m excited … the colors are current, fresh and really look good together!  While I’m at it … Let’s look at the new 2018-19 In Colors and NEW Core Colors!

I love that Pineapple Punch!!   Here are both sets of In Colors along with the “Basics” …  these colors have been take out of our Neutrals line which made room for 3 new colors and a warm look in our Neutrals!

Here is the entire grouping of our Color Families … now you can see how beautifully they all coordinate.  Did you notice that Real Red is now in the Rich Regals? That is because our new colors give our Brights a “bright fresh look” … I love it!

 I just couldn’t wait to share the new colors and the revamp with you.  This will give you time to pick up those colors that will be retiring and warm up to the beautiful new colors being introduced. I’m happy to see Blackberry Bliss, Mossy Meadow and Poppy Parade return and I can’t wait till you can see such colors like Granny Apple Green, Gorgeous Grape and the new Pineapple Punch … that even sounds yummy!!

I have more to share with you so stop back again as I will keep you posted! Till then, my Star’s and I wish you a terrific Tuesday! And let me know when you are ready to join us …

Thank you for joining me today!!

See you tomorrow ~

 

 

 

 

 

Guest Stamper: Lorraine Anthony Alvarado

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am back … and I have a guest stamper today! A fellow demonstrator 🙂

I took a few days off to attend our Stampin’ Up! CenterStage and OnStage events where I also celebrated my birthday.  I will share pictures, but for now we are not allowed due to the Spoiler Alert …

So until I can catch you up on my exciting weekend … I have a beautiful card that I just can’t wait to share with you! The minute I say it, I knew that I had to share it with you, however … I did not create this card, it was made by a fellow Stampin’ Up! demonstrator; Lorraine Anthony Alvarado who was kind enough to allow me to share her artwork with you.

Isn’t this darling! I love that Lorraine used the Jar stamp set and die to create a shaker card. She highlighted the jar by adding a mat behind it so it really pops and the cute little Lady Bugs add a wonderful pop of color.

You will notice that Lorraine created this card with the “Sharing Sweet Thoughts” stamp set that I have been promoting the last few days for a fundraiser to raise monies for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.  The money will help families stay in the housing so they can be close to their children with illnesses.

To support my Fundraiser “STAMP OUT THE DIVIDE” and bring families together during an illness, all you have to do is purchase the “Sharing Sweet Thoughts” Stamp set from me.

Learn more CLICK here

Thank you so much for stopping back, and I hope that you consider joining my Fundraiser “Stamp Out the Divide” … You purchase the stamp set, and Stampin’ Up! and I will make the donations!! It is that easy. Let’s keep our families together while their loved ones are fighting an illness.

Have a great day and enjoy the week ahead!

Stampin’ Supply List …

 

Sharing Sweet Thoughts

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share “Sweet Thoughts” and offer a little challenge to you.  Our Sharing Sweet Thoughts stamp set is our Ronald McDonald House Charity Stamp set and I think you will fall in love with this one for many reasons …

For all the sweet things in life you wish you could bottle up and keep with you forever, this stamp set will help! The dextrous jar is just waiting to be filled with whatever inspires you!


Stampin’ Up! donates time and money to support Ronald McDonald House Charities. To date we’ve contributed over $1,000,000 to RHMC and their network of local RMHC Chapters. When you buy the Sharing Sweet Thoughts Stamp Set, we donate a portion of the proceeds to RMHC.

I can’t juggle but I love to share my passion of stamping, so my Fundraiser will be to sell the “Sharing Sweet Thoughts” stamp set. When you purchase this stamp set, Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 (from every stamp set sold) and I will match Stampin’ Up!s donation!! Now $6.00 per stamp set will be donated to the RMHC!! Can you imagine if 100 people purchase this stamp set from me … We could donate $600! Every $ contributes to overnight stays at the Ronald McDonald Charity House and keeps families together!

To support my Fundraiser “STAMP OUT THE DIVIDE” and bring families together during an illness, all you have to do is purchase the “Sharing Sweet Thoughts” Stamp set from me.

Let’s do this together … for children with illnesses and their families ❤

I will run this challenge until the stamp set retires on May 31st, 2018.

Families with sick children juggle so much, and now, you can stamp to show your support. Join me in my Fundraiser & raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities … all over the US!

Learn more CLICK here

Many families travel far from home and spend several weeks or months to get treatment for their seriously ill or injured children – a long time to be away or to divide a family. And, for children facing a serious medical crisis, nothing seems scarier than not having mom and dad close by for love and support. A Ronald McDonald House provides a place for families to call home so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little to no cost.

To support my Fundraiser “STAMP OUT THE DIVIDE” and bring families together during an illness all you have to do is purchase the “Sharing Sweet Thoughts” Stamp set from me. I appreciate your support.

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to read through my blog thoroughly, and I hope that you consider joining my Fundraiser “Stamp Out the Divide” … You purchase the stamp set, and Stampin’ Up! and I will make the donations!! It is that easy. Let’s keep our families together while their loved ones are fighting an illness.

Have a happy and healthy day ~

FUNDRAISER … JUST CLICK AND SHOP! Thank You ❤

 

Pocketful of Fun

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

You will be able to create lovely aprons for every occasion you can think of with the Aprons of Love Bundle.  Aprons symbolize so many things: love, dedication, and caring for others. The recipients of your projects will feel thoroughly appreciated.

The bundle includes 24 photopolymer stamps with * Suggested clear blocks (not included): a, b, e, g. You’ll create die-cut aprons with utensils in record time with 17 Framelits dies to use with your Big Shot.

Bundle and save! Buy these two coordinating products and save 10%.

Did you know that blacksmiths wear aprons? As do chefs, butchers, chemists, and more! This is all to say: the Apron of Love bundle is an incredibly versatile set that can be used for just about anyone!

Whether you want to make a Father’s Day card for the grill-master in your life or send friendly sentiments to your favorite baking buddy, this bundle is a fabulous “anytime” gift.

I just think these are the cutest gifts!! And the cards are cute too … there is so much you can do with this bundle, and it will be great for our upcoming summer (if we ever see spring!). Our Occasions Catalog ends May 31st so if this little goodie is on your wish list … don’t wait to much longer!

Thank you so much for stopping by today ~

Enjoy your day!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

 

 

 

 

 

New Paper Pumpkin Subscribers get 50% Off!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We have another great deal for those of you who have been thinking about trying out our Monthly Card Kits … Paper Pumpkin! Great time to take it for a test drive when it half price!!

New Paper Pumpkin Subscribers get 50% Off!

NEW subscribers who join Paper Pumpkin between now and May 10 will get 50% off their first 2 months. Enter this promotion code to get in on the special: SAVEFIFTY0418

Paper Pumpkin for 50%!… #stampyourartout - Stampin’ Up!® - Stamp Your Art Out! www.stampyourartout.com

Check out the  3, 6 or 12 month pre-paid subscriptions

Thanks for stopping by today …

Have a wonderful day!

 

 

Perennial Birthday Project Kit

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share one of the fun kits from our Occasions Catalog. You will be able to stock this delightful box with birthday cards you make yourself! And you’ll never forget to send a birthday card again.

 Kit includes components for making 16 birthday cards, 4 each of 4 designs, plus the box to store them in. Plus, you’ll be able to keep ahead by recording birthdays on the tabbed dividers for month-at-a-glance reminders.

Check out the video to see how easy it will be to create these cute cards yourself and then tuck them into the beautifully decorative box …

Here is a layout of all the goodies included in your kit …

Kit includes:
* 16 printed card bases, folded size 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
* 16 white Medium Envelopes
* 12 printed tabbed dividers, 6-3/8″ x 5-1/4″ (16.2 x 13.3 cm)
* printed and white die-cut accents
* gold foil sticker sheets with month names in English, French, and German
* gold 5/8″ (1.6 cm) satin ribbon
* Dapper Denim Solid Baker’s Twine
* printed storage box, 6-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ x 3-3/4″ (17.2 x 13.3 x 9.5 cm)

Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Dapper Denim, Flirty Flamingo, gold foil, Old Olive, Wisteria Wonder

I hope you enjoyed today’s video presentation and the projects. I think the card kits are great for stampers who are short on time or  just love the ease of not having to design it yourself.

Thanks much for joining me today.  Happy Monday!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Just a reminder … If you are buying ink pads or have them already, be sure you have the ink refills for retiring ink pads! It’s good practice to always purchase the refill when you purchase the ink pads.

 

Have a Happy Easter

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I would like to wish you a beautiful and happy Easter. May you be surrounded by family, friends and the blessings deserved.

I will be back tomorrow with my regular stamping post.

Again, Happy Easter to you and your family.

Linda

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