LAST CALL … Sale-A-Bration Ends Today!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Wow … I can’t believe that our Sale-a-bration celebration is coming to and end! Today is the last day you can order your stampin’ needs and get rewarded with FREE Sale-a-bration items.

The biggest sale of the year ends today!

Shop …

 For every $50 you spend, you’ll receive a free Sale-A-Bration product. For anyone who has enjoyed Sale-A-Bration in the past, we have an exciting new announcement for this year: We now have a new reward level, giving your customers more flexibility and options for their free items.

Let’s break it down:

  • If you spend $50, you get one free level 1 product.
  • If you spend $100, you get one free level 2 product, OR, you can choose two level 1 items.
  • If you spend $150, you have the option to choose three level 1 items or one level 1 item and one level 2 item.

This new option allows everyone to create a personalized Sale-A-Bration experience! 

Join …

I would feel bad if I did not share this amazing opportunity. Being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator has changed my life!!  It’s a great time to try out and experience the benefits of joining the Stampin’ Up! family and my Star’s group!! I’ve got 17+ years of experience and many tips for you to get the maximum benefits and fun!!  Speaking of FUN … JOIN ME IN ORLANDO this November (take the family!)

Let’s chat (262) 334-1009 … Linda

 This opportunity ends TODAY. Joining at this time gives you $125 of your choice in the starter kit at $99, PLUS the choice of TWO additional stamp sets for your kit—any stamp set, any price. (Excludes bundles and Sale-A-Bration sets.)

Plus, the kit ships for free!

 

Thank you for stopping by today, I hope yours is a good one!

I also want to wish you and your family a Blessed Easter tomorrow ~

Technology is for the Birds!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you are having a wonderful week! Yesterday mine just got better … my daughter called and told me that my order had arrived – my new battery charger for my camera!! I am back in business and so excited to finally share a new card creation with you!

I have chosen the stamp set Flying Home … I don’t know about you, but I am so ready for spring, and with spring comes the birds singing their beautiful songs. When I saw this stamp set in the Occasions catalog, I knew I had to have it … I love watching the birds!

I used the Water Color pencils and Blender pens to do the coloring on my bird houses. I was so happy when Stampin’ Up! brought these back, they are so simple to use and still give you that soft watercolor look (with no mess) and I think they are perfect for newer stampers because it gives you a lot of color choices without a big cost investment.

I stamped the center birdhouse twice, colored it and cut it out and then popped it up to add some dimension. I used the Lots of Labels Framelits dies to cut out my birdhouses and the Bermuda Bay mat used for color. This entire piece was also popped up!!

This is a great shot of all the dimension created using the Stampin’ Dimensionals. You can also see the cute little Metallic Enamel Shapes I used on my card … 2 round ones to ground my focal point and one heart that was added to my greeting.

The greeting comes from the “Label Me Pretty” stamp set and was punched out with the 1-3/8″ Scallop Circle punch.

I also added some texture by embossing my Chocolate Chip cardstock with the “Pinewood Planks” Dynamic Embossing Folder. I’ve been just waiting to use that folder and I think it works perfect with this card!

Feels good to be back creating and sharing! Hope you enjoyed.

Thanks so much for stopping back, and enjoy your day.

Only 2 days remaining to enjoy the Sale-a-bration benefits of FREE Stamps / Goodies!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

 

You’ll Love Lavender

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

How are you on this wonderful Wednesday? Time seems to be flying by, but one good thing is the weekend will be here soon!

It’s hard to believe there are only 3 days left to Sale-A-Brate! For our very last product of the week we are featuring the lovely Lots of Lavender Stamp Set.

There are several ways to get in the Sale-a-bration but here are just a few more ways …

Sale-A-Brate with Paper Pumpkin

The clock is ticking down on Sale-A-Bration, and you may want to earn a few Sale-A-Bration goodies without spending tons of time going through the catalog. Here’s an easy solution: Purchase a 3-, 6-, or 12-month prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscription! You’ll get adorable Paper Pumpkin kits in your mailbox every month PLUS free crafting supplies through Sale-A-Bration. It’s a fabulous opportunity and it only happens once a year.

You’ll get the best value with a 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscription; you’ll save $2/month, get Stampin’ Rewards, and earn 4 FREE Sale-A-Bration products! That’s a huge win – win!

Also … I don’t want you to forget

NOW … is the perfect time to stock up on the In-Colors that will be retiring, ESPECIALLY the INK REFILLS!!  Please do not wait for the retirement list to come out, they will be GONE!!  Get them now and get your FREE Sale-a-bration items to 🙂

Here is what you can get for FREE with each $50 purchase …

Let me know if you have any questions about Sale-a-bration.

Thank you for checking in with me today. I hope you have a beautiful day!

One Last Look …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you had a wonderful Monday, I know most people don’t like Mondays!  Mine was good, however,  I was searching high and low to find a battery charger for my camera … 6 stores sell that brand of camera but none carry the battery charger!!   My daughter and Amazon came to the rescue but it will still be a few days  before I’m back in the swing of my posting!!

Yesterday I shared “MORE” Sale-A-Bration samples with you, and I have one more for you today!  I’m so excited to share with you a “had to have” item in the SAB catalog …

Here are the Blooming Basket Bundle …

Today I will share a pretty card that I created using the Blooming Basket Bundle.  The beautiful stamp set has a coordinating Embossing Folder (which will be available in the upcoming (2018-2019 Annual Catalog).

I love how the light reflects on these cute little enamel hearts!  This bundle is FREE from our Sale-A-Bration second release catalog with a $100 qualifying order. (That is $100 before ship & taxes).

Now if you really want to see what else you can do … Let me bake you a pie!!

I just used the Oval Framelits to make my pie, and a little sponging to create the “baked” look.  This card a quite the crowd pleaser!!

Please let me know if you have any questions about our Sale-A-Bration … We only have a few days left to get in on the FREE goodies!!

Thanks for joining me today.

Have a beautiful day ~

Today’s Suggested Stampin’ Supply List …

 

More Sale-A-Bration Samples ….

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you had a wonderful weekend. It was a bit nippy out but the sunshine was so nice.

Did you enjoy taking a look at the Sale-A-Bration cards again? I show them at all my stampin’ parties, they ladies love ’em!! So today we will revisit a few more of my favorites ….

First is the Mixed Medallion Card Kit; a big hit with our newer stampers because the kit is pre-cut and ready to go, and it comes with full instructions …

Here are all the goodies that are included in the kit, the embellishments and envelopes …

I thought it would be fun to create something a little different with the kit, so I made a “treat pouch”. What a cute little gift this is for co-workers, your kids … anyone!

Here is a peek on the inside  …

 

This next one is a “WOW” item, the Springtime Foils Specialty Paper!! So, so much you can do with this amazing designer paper, keep it simple like the first card ….

 

or break out your Stampin’ Blends and create something fabulous! This is the second of the four patterns in the paper pack…..

The third pattern is the stripes. On the first card I kept it simple and paired it with the Petal Pair embossing folder …

On the second card using the stripe … I sponged color onto the stripe pattern and colored the embossing with the Stampin’ Blends. It almost appears as if we’ve gone from the silvery chill of winter to the warm colors of spring ….

And the forth pattern in the Springtime Foils Designer Series paper is the polka dots …. and more sponging!

And this brings me into our next Sale-A-Bration item; Epic Celebrations. If you have teenagers (or someone who thinks he is) this if a really fun stamp set to have in your collection …

This one I did for the budding young women in our lives, and some encouragement (we all need that) it’s so cute …

Let me squeeze in one more card, this one is for the rocker in your family! I used the Wood Textures Designer Series paper stack for my guitars, and yes, I cut them out by hand (fussy cutting as known to fellow demonstrators!) lol

The splatter effect was created with the use of the NEW Brusho paint powder and spritzer! So simple and fun to use and pairs so nicely with this stamp set.

This stamp set; Epic Celebrations, Springtime Foil Designer Series paper and the Mixed Medallion Card kit are all FREE with a $50 purchase during Sale-a-bration.  Hope you enjoyed the re-cap of these awesome products.

Thank you so much for hanging with me today!

Hope your Monday is a good one ~

 

Simply Sunday: Sale-a-bration ReCap

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m so tired of these technical difficulties … lol  No matter what I’ve tried, I cannot get my pictures from my phone to post!  So, I’m simply going to share some of my favorite cards that I made for Sale-a-bration ….

I’ll start with PARTY PANDA … He is one of the top picks for this years Sale-a-bration!

 

Then we have the beautiful Heartfelt Blooms …. One of my favorites!

 

Next I’d like to share the very versatile Amazing You Thinlits Dies …

 

WOW … that is amazing, and there is more!! I think I will share even more with you tomorrow! Then hopefully I will have my technical difficulties corrected!

We are down to the last few days of Sale-A-Bration, so if there is something you need, let me know. I really don’t want you to miss out on the opportunity to get any of our FREE Sale-A-Bratin items.  Don’t let this be you ….

Hope you are enjoying a beautiful Sunday! Thank you for stopping by.

Only One Week Left to Sale-a-brate!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Wow … I can’t believe that our Sale-a-bration celebration is coming to and end! Can you believe they’ve added MORE items to the FREE pickin’s  … Just click on the picture below to pull up the flyer so you can view it!

What is Sale-A-Bration?

The biggest sale of the year! You can earn free, exclusive products with every qualifying order. There are 3 ways to enjoy Sale-a-bration benfits …

#1.  Shop

 For every $50 you spend, you’ll receive a free Sale-A-Bration product. For anyone who has enjoyed Sale-A-Bration in the past, we have an exciting new announcement for this year: We now have a new reward level, giving your customers more flexibility and options for their free items.

Let’s break it down:

  • If you spend $50, you get one free level 1 product.
  • If you spend $100, you get one free level 2 product, OR, you can choose two level 1 items.
  • If you spend $150, you have the option to choose three level 1 items or one level 1 item and one level 2 item.

This new option allows everyone to create a personalized Sale-A-Bration experience! 

#2. Host a Party

 

When Sale-A-Bration goes live on January 3, consider the exciting hosting opportunity …. When you host a qualifying party with at least $250 in sales during Sale-A-Bration, you’ll earn $25 MORE in Stampin’ Rewards! Plus … you’ll enjoy an evening with your friends making some cute hand stamped cards … I’ll show you how fun and easy it is!!

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These rewards can even be applied towards a Starter Kit, allowing you to also join and become one of my Stars / and the Stampin’ Up! family. 

#3.  Join!

I would feel bad if I did not share this amazing opportunity. Being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator has changed my life!!  It’s a great time to try out and experience the benefits of joining the Stampin’ Up! family and my Star’s group!! I’ve got 17+ years of experience and many tips for you to get the maximum benefits and fun!!  Speaking of FUN … JOIN ME IN ORLANDO this November (take the family!)

Let’s chat (262) 334-1009 … Linda

 This opportunity ends March 31st, as well. Joining at this time gives you $125 of your choice in the starter kit at $99, PLUS the choice of TWO additional stamp sets for your kit—any stamp set, any price. (Excludes bundles and Sale-A-Bration sets.)

Plus, the kit ships for free!

 

Thank you for stopping by today, I hope yours is a good one!

My Top 5 Favorite …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Because we are still working on the camera situation, I thought we’d have a little fun today and check out 10 of my favorite Occasions Catalog items …

These are not listed in any order! lol

Petal Palette Bundle … This one is great because they have a whole suite of awesome products to go with it!!

 

Then there is the Hold On To Hope Bundle …

 

Beautiful Day Stamp Set …. You may not think this looks like much, but it is perfect for so many different techniques!

Just check these out …

 

Waterfront Photopolymer Stamp Set ….  OK … I haven’t used it yet, but I love it and all the samples I’ve seen so far.  Watch for an upcoming class (I’m having one!!)

 

Now that I said 5 favorites …. I’m thinking it should be 10, there are so many more that I love! This is a great Occasions Catalog.  So here’s #5: Daffodils, Tulips … high heels, I can’t decide! Plus, they do have those cute little wizards and knights in shining Armour, oh my! It’s the Lovely Wishes Stamp Set!

 

I must admit, it was too hard to choose only 5 to top my list but I’ll figure out another way to share my favorites with you!  What are YOUR favorites?

Thank you for joining me today…

I hope you have a good one~

 

 

 

 

Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

The Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper is our Sale-A-Bration product of the week!

Because Sale-A-Bration has so many delightful accessories, we paired this paper with the Shimmer Ribbon Pack to show off how well they work together. There are so many creative possibilities with the Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper; anyone who loves curating designer series paper will want to place a qualifying order to earn it!

It also coordinates with the Bubble Over Bundle from the occasions catalog. Now that’s a bundle that could make you “pop” your lid!

This bottle created using the Vellum Cardstock and the fabulous dies in this bundle.  Want to see more?!!

Told you it would make you “pop” your top!! How cute are these samples! And so easy to make with the bundle … and when you add the Bubbles & Fizz Designer Paper you’ll just bubble over with happiness!!

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

Bubble Over Photopolymer Stamp Set
This set is so versatile that you’ll simply bubble over with ideas. Uncork your creativity and add some serious pop to your spritzy projects.
* Quantity: 17 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (not included): a, b, h

Bottles & Bubbles Framelits Dies
Create die-cut bottles in record time with Framelits dies and the Big Shot.
* 19 dies

I hope you enjoyed today’s post … a lot to take it but this product suite is just too much fun!! Remember, even if this is in the upcoming catalog, it will no longer be bundled,  so don’t wait to long … Get your 10% savings!

Thank you for dropping in today.

Enjoy you day ~

Good Things Grow

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

May Good Things Grow this spring! Check out this month’s unboxing and get started with this one of a kind kit today! Paper Pumpkin’s March 2018 kit features vintage floral blossoms, and seed packet inspired envelopes.

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

For those who are current or returning subscribers, you can still reap some rewards. In fact everyone that purchases a 3, 6 or 12 month pre-paid subscriptions by the end of March will get to choose FREE Sale-a-Bration products!

I did not get mine yet … should be in my mailbox today!! When I do, you know that I will be sharing alternative projects with you!

Thanks for stopping by today …

Have a wonderful day!

 

 

Wow … 50% OFF first 2 months!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m having a little technical difficulty with my camera so I will share our current promotion with you …

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

For those who are current or returning subscribers, you can still reap some rewards. In fact everyone that purchases a 3, 6 or 12 month pre-paid subscriptions by the end of March will get to choose FREE Sale-a-Bration products!

Check it out … We’ve got some great kits, and I share alternative projects so you’ll see even more ways to use your monthly kits!!

Thanks for checking in with me …

Hoping to be back tomorrow with my Simply Sunday post.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

 

 

Mixed Medallion Treat Pouch!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yay … It’s Friday and I’ve got a treat for you!!  Yesterday I shared the Mixed Medallion Card Kit video … what did you think? Cute? Well today I’m going to transform this card into a cute little treat pouch!

I did not do much to this card at all, and with a few strategic placement of adhesive, I created a treat pouch that anyone would love to receive …

First, I simply secured the Berry Burst flap down inside the card … I liked the color behind our cardfront so I did not want to cut it out.  Then I simple used my Fast Fuse to secure the bottom flap on each side to create the pouch / pocket.

Next … I wanted a little salutation on the inside that matched my “Thank You” greetings on the outside (In 3 different languages). I stamped it in White Craft ink and Heat Embossed it with White Embossing Powder. I think the White on White is much bolder …

Then I tucked my 3 little Merci candies into the pouch/pocket. I created a belly band to hold the top flap down and hold in my candies. I wanted to make sure it was wide enough so I made it with the candy inside.

I simply wrapped a 1″ x 11″ strip of paper around it and then where the crease came from the sides I scored it again at 1/4″ to create a wider band that would slide freely over the top.

I added the cute little Enamel Glitter Dots just for some glimmer and a little dimension to the card.

So … Did you think you could turn your card into a “gift giving candy pouch?”  I love it ❤  And I love figuring out different ways to use my products!

I hope your enjoyed today’s transformation and that your Friday has a surprise treat for you!

Thanks for joining me today ~

 

 

Got to Love a Card Kit …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a quick post for you … I’m going to be sharing a video of yet another Sale-A-Bration item!! This is our Mixed Medallions card kit.

Card kits are great to have on hand because you can whip out a card with no prep work and not much thought because the work is already done for you. Just check this out …

Get the fantastic Mixed Medallions Card Kit by Stampin’ Up! for FREE with a qualifying purchase during Stampin’ Up!’s biggest and best yearly sales event, Sale-A-Bration! Quickly and easily create 8 “thank you” and “congratulations” trifold cards. Everything you need is included!

NOW … Stop back tomorrow because I will be sharing some fun alternatives to this card kit!! Let’s get creative 🙂

Thanks for stopping today, I hope your day is a good one!

Rockin’ the Celebration!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It’s Wednesday … Wow! And I’m hoping to WOW you with this next card. With just a little fussy cutting and our Bigshot we’ve got some real dimension and texture going on, on this card.

I am using the Epic Celebrations stamp set again and I’ve teamed it up with the Layer Squares and Shaped Stitched Framelits Dies along with the Picture Perfect Designer Paper again.  I’d like you to see the different looks you can create with the same items …

I found yet another pattern from the Picture Perfect designer paper that just shouts “celebration” so I thought what better to highlight that paper than to rock it out with the guitar.

Again, I used the Watercolor Pencils on both the guitar and the head set, earphones, what ever they are called now! LOL  Both were also popped up using the Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Speaking of dimensionals, I also used them to pop up the square window so it framed the greeting!  It’s so cool to see the layer on layer but it fits into a regular A2 size envelope.

The stars are from one of our framelit dies … it gave it a more “Rock Star” look.  I often use bits -n- pieces from other stamp sets or dies, it gives you more versatility and a greater value for your purchases.

Thank you for sharing a part of your day with me, and I hope you have enjoyed this card. I found this one a bit more gender neutral than yesterday’s card.

Have yourself a Happy Wednesday!

Today’s Stampin’ Supply Lists …

 

Dare to Dream

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Well… this is actually my Tuesday, March 13th post but while editing, I hit the wrong button and it posted (AGH … technology!!)  Anyhow, let me show you what I’ve been up to!

For the past two days I’ve shared my creations from the Epic Celebrations, well I’ve got two more for you, so today and tomorrow I’ll be sharing those and you will get to see how fun and versatile this stamp set is …

I love this card for a young lady who is dreamin’ big … traveling, going off to collage, or heading out to explore life! I used the “Post Script” background stamp because I thought it looked cool with the tennis shoes.

The little circles on the background are what gave me the idea to create my focal point using … circles!! The tennis shoes were colored in using the Watercolor Pencils and Blender pen. I feel you have a lot more control using the pencils than some of our other water coloring techniques.

The little pop of designer paper comes from out Picture Perfect Party stack … and again, little circles!! The “Dare to Dream” greeting comes from one of our Exclusive Hostess stamp sets; Dare to Dream! This makes me feel like these were all suppose to be put together 🙂

Our circles were created with the Layering Circle and Stitched Shapes Framelits! And while I was at it … I decided to finish it off with a few now circles by using the beautiful little Glitter Enamel Dots!

I love this card in black -n- white with that pop of color, just sets the tone to inspire an awesome young lady to “Dare to Dream”! Switch out the color and you can send off your young man to follow his dreams too.

I’m so happy you stopped by today and checked out my card.  No reason in the world you can’t Dare to Dream as well … I’m always dreaming (and workin’ towards those dreams).

Have an inspiring day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …