A Wonderful Man … Sneak Peek

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I have returned home and created a “sneak peek” for you today! I will be introducing you to a new “Hostess” stamp set, designer paper, and one of the new In-colors! 

For those of you in my Stampin’ clubs … the catalogs are in, give me a call and we’ll set up a time for you to get yours!  All club members will receive their copy for FREE. Those of you who have purchased during the past few months with a qualifying order … you will receive yours by mail!!

Anyone else in the U.S. who follows my blog and does not have a current demonstrator, all you need to do is place a $50 order from My Stampin’ Up! On-line Store and I will send one directly you – FREE as a Thank You!

Now … on to the card!

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Let me begin by introducing you to the new “Hostess” stamp set … “Happy Birthday Everyone”.  The font is gender neutral and “any” age appropriate… how perfect!  It also contains: to an amazing women … to a good friend … to you … love … and to my darling. It comes in wood or clear mount.

I stamped the greeting in Island Indigo and Delightful Dijon (one of the new in-colors) to coordinate with the new Bohemian Designer Series paper.  I had a hard time picking out what pattern I wanted to use, so many great ones to choose from.

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A little layering of cardstock and your card is complete. I think the rich hue of the Island Indigo works so well with the warm Delightful Dijon. We are going to have a blast with the new colors this year!

Thanks for dropping by today …I hope you enjoyed today’s sneak peek.

Have a warm & wonderful day ~

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Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am still in Door County (but leaving today) so I’ll be sharing  some of the beautiful cards that I have created with the Painted Blooms Designer Series paper.

The first card is cut from the same 12 x 12 sheet as the last card.  You can actually get 6 awesome cards from just that one sheet, and they will all look a different.  It coordinates with the Painted Petals Stamp Set …. which I used on the inside.

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This pretty little blue pattern is so fun … reminds me of forget-me-nots!  You must check out the pattern with Blackberry Bliss … it is scrumptious!

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Hope you enjoyed this quick review of the Painted Blooms designer paper.  I’ll be back tomorrow with another sneak peek!!

Have yourself a fantastic day ~

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WEEKLY DEALS!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends from beautiful Door County Wisconsin!

Hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend … as you can see, I am extending mine a bit longer. I am on a get-away with my sister Eileen, in Sister Bay! I’ll share some photos with you soon.

Till then … I have the Weekly Deals for you ~

Everyone’s favorite Designer Paper is on sale … Painted Blooms! It’s my favorite to make quick & easy cards that look beautiful!!  The Build a Bouquet project kit is also included in the Weekly Deals! I will share with you the flowers that I made 🙂

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Hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

137784G Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper Item # 137784
Regular Price: $10.95
Discounted Price: $8.21
Birthday Bash Designer Washi Sheets Item # 137788
Regular Price: $9.95
Discounted Price: $7.46
Large Kraft Grid Journal Item # 137865
Regular Price: $3.95
Discounted Price: $2.96
Build A Bouquet Project Kit Item # 137952
Regular Price: $24.95
Discounted Price: $18.71
Aquamarine Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad Item # 138092
Regular Price: $5.95
Discounted Price: $4.46
Yellow Citrus Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad Item # 138093
Regular Price: $5.95
Discounted Price: $4.46
Sweet Dreams Designer Buttons Item # 137857
Regular Price: $5.95
Discounted Price: $4.46
Painted Blooms Cotton Twine Item # 137873
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21
Hello Honey 5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Quilted Cotton Ribbon Item # 137864
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21

Thank you for stopping by …

Have a beautiful day!

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Remember the Fallen … Memorial Day

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have a special card I would like to share with you. It’s my way of saying “Thank You” and pay my respects for those who have fought and served our country … but did not make it home.

Today is the day we pay our respect for those who gave all to give us the freedoms we enjoy.

A simple “Thank You” card made with the Pleasant Poppies stamp set…

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I embossed them in black and colored them in with the new Watermelon Wonder maker… The base card is also in the Watermelon Wonder. I was going to use the Calypso Coral, but this was closer to the color I picture poppies as.

The “Thank You” comes from the “Celebrate Baby” stamp set. I love this set and I’m sorry it is on the discontinued list.  I added a Vintage Brad to give my card a little brass, and to finish it off … I simple spritzed a bit of black to create a more interesting background.

Enjoy your Memorial day … and take a moment to remember those who paid the ultimate price to keep our country free.

Thank you for joining me today.

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Simply Sunday: Sneak Peek

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

With the new catalog just around the corner, I wanted to share a sneak peek with you! Today you will get to see the beautiful “You’ve Got This” stamp set!

I will also introduce “Watermelon Wonder” … one of the new 2015-17 In-Colors!  The background stamp is included with this set.  I stamped off so it was a bit lighter … I must say, the new pads are very juicy!

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I stamped the flower and greeting (also included in the stamp set) with the Momento ink. I love this ink pad (still love my StazOn) but the Momento ink cleans nicely off the stamps.

The beautiful lace ribbon is new and is “Watermelon Wonder”. The ribbon comes in each of the 5 new In-Colors.

If you are looking to create beautiful cards, quickly … here’s the answer.  This pretty little card could be sent out with birthday wishes, get well, thinking of you … even a sympathy card. So very versatile.

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You will be able to order these items on June 2nd!

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

Have a beautiful day ~

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Paper Pumpkin May 2015

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you enjoyed the parade of cards for the past two days … thank you for joining me!  Today I want to share the May Paper Pumpkin kit with you  ….

50% Off First Two Months of Paper Pumpkin

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Right now new Paper Pumpkin subscribers can skip to the fun for less! Get 50% off your first two months of Paper Pumpkin when you sign up by June 10. Go to PaperPumpkin.com and use promo code: SAVE50.

After your first two months, keep the creativity coming for just $19.95 USD/$24.95 CAD + tax per month (shipping included). Each month a fully designed project kit will arrive at your door with stamps, ink, and paper—everything cut and ready to go.

It’s commitment-free! You can suspend your membership at any time. So, go on, sign up for Paper Pumpkin. You’ll love it—we guarantee it!

(For new subscribers only, not valid on prepaid subscriptions. Discount applied to one kit per month for the first two months of a new subscription. Offer ends June 10, 2015 at 11:50 pm (MT).)

Sign up at PaperPumpkin.com by June 10 with promo code SAVE50!

Thanks so much for dropping by today ~

Have a good one!

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Birthday Bash Card Parade Day 2!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I will share with you the rest of the card that I created using the “Birthday Bash” Designer Series paper. The paper is still on sale until Monday … click here to view!

I will start you off with my “hello” card. This is a great way to use up any scraps that you have around. The greeting comes from the “Hello You” thinlet dies. You can easily attach your die cut with our “Liquid Glue” … the small tip makes it easy to apply.

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The pretty little flower was created with a combination of the “Pansy” and “Boho Blossom” punches. The center is actually the designer paper with the polka dot …then topped off with a rhinestone.

 

My second card is a simple but sweet “Make a Wish” card.  This comes from the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set. The simple layering makes a statement and highlights the greeting.

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Sometimes in life you just have to “Do what makes you happy”! That I have found is hard for most women, because we are caretakers by nature … we usually put ourselves last. So … I challenge you to go do something that makes you happy … and let me know, I’d love to hear what you’re up to!

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I used the same layout and greeting for these cards … just different paper, but both from the “Birthday Bash” designer paper. The stamp set is the “Hello Life” and the pretty little heart comes with it. The flower on the Navy card comes from the “Flower Shop” stamp set.

I hope you enjoyed the card parade that I have shared with you. I enjoyed your company … Thank you!

As we enter the Holiday weekend, I would like to take this moment that give “THANKS” to our Veterans who gave all to keep us free.

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend ~

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Parade of Cards: Birthday Bash Designer Paper …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

As promised, I’m here today to share some fun cards created with the “Birthday Bash” designer series paper.  I couldn’t fit them all on one post, so I will share 3 with you today and 3 more tomorrow!!

I’m so excited to show you how fun and versatile this Birthday Bash DSP really is….

Let’s start out with a birthday card with party hats! Party hats? Really … Sure! You’re never too old to party! This cute stamp comes from one of our Hostess stamp sets “Let You’re Hair Down”.

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I have to show you the inside too because the verse inside is too cute …

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My second card is is a banner card, and the greeting comes from the stamp set “Big News”.  How appropriate is that considering you just got a sneak peek at a totally fun new product that will be introduced in the new catalog!  Let me just say this one item “punched” out all three sizes of the banners!

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Here’s a peek inside …

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My last card for today showcases each side of the same piece of designer paper … I love the two sided paper! The greeting is from the stamp set “Million and One”. I just adore this font, and so sad this set will be retiring in only a few more days!

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The current catalog sales period ends on June 2nd … so as much as we are sad to say goodbye to some of our favorites, you are going to be just as excited to see the new catalog!!

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Thank you for joining me for today’s parade of cards, and remember … I will have 3 more for you tomorrow using the Birthday Bash Designer paper.

Have yourself and fabulous day!

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Birthday Bash …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Quick post today sharing two of my favorite cards that I had made using the Birthday Bash Designer Series paper that is currently on the Weekly Deals list!

The first card has a fun colorful pattern and is teamed up with the the Bermuda Bay and Crushed Curry and the “Chalkboard Paper” that is also included in the Weekly Deals.

The Chalkboard paper really is the focal point and it highlights our greeting which comes from the “Big Day” stamp set.

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The next card showcased a technique that I did with the Blendabilities, so if you have them or sharpies … you can do this technique. On this card I used the confetti design which has “gold” in it. So much prettier in person!

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I teamed this technique up with a past technique my club members learned … the Blackboard Technique!

We used the “Balloon Bash” stamp set on our  Chalkboard paper that can be found in the Weekly Deals.

Using designer paper on a card is a very cost effective way to jazz up your card and I used the “Birthday Bash Designer Specialty Paper” for this card. I love the confetti and glitz on this pattern.

Hope you enjoyed the cards, I thank you for stopping by.

Stop back again tomorrow as I will showcase “all” the patterns from the Birthday Bash Designer paper! It will be a celebration of color!!

Have an awesome day ~

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Weekly Deals …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have the latest installment of deals for you, and if you like Designer Paper for quick cardmaking than you are going to love this weeks deals!! One of my favorites Birthday Bash is on sale, along with the Maritime DSP … great for man cards or fun kids cards!!

The “Stacked with Love” Designer Paper stack is also on sale this week and so is the coordinating Washi Tape!!

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We hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

137783G Birthday Bash Specialty Designer Series Paper Item # 137783
Regular Price: $12.95
Discounted Price: $9.71
Stacked With Love Designer Series Paper Stack Item # 137779
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21
Bright & Beautiful Clear-Mount Stamp Set Item # 135029
Regular Price: $24.95
Discounted Price: $18.71
Stacked With Love Designer Washi Tape Item # 137789
Regular Price: $4.95
Discounted Price: $3.71
Spring Flowers Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 137365
Regular Price: $7.95
Discounted Price: $5.96
Maritime Designer Series Paper Item # 133696
Regular Price: $10.95
Discounted Price: $8.21
Chalkboard Paper Item # 137786
Regular Price: $7.95
Discounted Price: $5.96
Rose Coral Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad Item # 138091
Regular Price: $5.95
Discounted Price: $4.46

 

I love the Chalk Board technique so I’ll be stocking up on the Chalkboard paper … get it now while it’s on sale because it’s also on the retirement list!

For those of you who like to get a jump on the Holidays … you’ll love the “Bright and Beautiful” stamp set for Christmas (coordinates with the Star Framelits).

Just click on any of the item descriptions to learn more about the product and to begin your shopping.

Thank you for stopping by today … be sure to stop back each day this week as I will be showcasing the great products from the Weekly Deals ~

Have a great day!

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Walk in the Wild 3

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today is my last of 3 cards that I have made for you with the “Walk in the Wild” stamp set.  I may have used one stamp set, but I have shown you three different techniques.

Today’s card share illustrates the “Reverse Masking” technique … so simple but so effective.

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I used the “Labels Collection” framelits to create my mask, then I placed it onto the Very Vanilla and sponged Pear Pizzazz around the edges. Then with the Mossy Meadow ink and our ever popular “Lovely as a Tree” … I stamped layers of the pine to create stunning dimension.

I used “Close to Cocoa” to stamp my quail onto the front and then my greeting.  Although there is no layering, the Reverse Masking technique give an appearance of dimension.

Thanks for coming back ~ Hope you enjoyed all three of my “Walk in the Wild” series cards.

I’ll be back tomorrow with the Weekly Deals…

Have a fabulous Monday!

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Simply Sunday … Walk in the Wild 2

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you are enjoying your weekend!  I got to spend some time with my granddaughter and my sister Eileen.  Yes stampers … we are planning an event, and as soon as I lock down the location, I will send you the details.  It’s going to be fun & exciting!!!  Tentative date: Thursday, May 28th.

Today is day 2 of my “Walk in the Wild” card share … I went pretty masculine on this one.  I am really going to miss this set! I love, love, love the moose.

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I wanted something simple, yet a bit different from the textured embossing folders, so I went “old school” and crumpled up my “Baked Brown Sugar” cardstock, cut the edges, and then sponged it … to age it.  I love the warm color of the Baked Brown Sugar against the richness of the Early Espresso…. it even looks better in hand!

Next I stamped my moose with the StazOn™ Ink on Very Vanilla cardstock, and did a color wash over the entire piece.  Just a little ink in the tray of the ink pad and my “Aqua Painters” and your done in mere minutes!

My greeting comes from the”Something to Say” stamp set … then I cut it into a banner, curled up the edges … sponged it (to age it) and then anchored it with an “Antique Brad”.  I used a Blendabilities pen (some of you are still using yours) or you can use a sharpie, to tone down the color a bit.

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This angle shows the dimension in the card … I popped up the moose, the greeting, and the brad with my Stampin’ Dimensionals.  TIP: Use your craft scissors to cut the tines off the brad so it lays evenly on your project.

Hope you enjoyed today’s manly moose … and don’t forget to stop back tomorrow to view the last card from my “Walk in the Wild” series.

Remember, it is retiring so you will need to purchase it before the end of this month.  Just click the link I have posted for you below in my “Stampin’ Supply List”.

If you want to be included in my e-mails for upcoming classes … just click on the “Subscribe to my e-mail newsletter” tab located in the black banner on the top of my page.

So until tomorrow … Have a great day!

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Walk in the Wild – Card Share #1

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

As promised … I have the first of 3 cards from the Walk in the Wild stamp set to share with you.  I am beginning with the pheasant.

I used the technique that my clubs learned this month … Foil Embossing.  It’s quick, easy and oh so cool!  In fact, they will love to see that I am using the same layout they used for the “Thank You” card in class.

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My image was stamped with StazOn and colored in with the Pear Pizzazz marker and the Blender Pen to apply the Island Indigo and Crumb Cake

When creating your foil background … you will need to use the “Heavy Duty” foil. We then glued a piece of cardstock onto the foil … trimmed off any access and then ran it through the Big Shot.  I used the “Woodgrain” textured impressions embossing folder.

One simple stampin’ tip … Remember when applying a piece of cardstock on a half sheet, only put adhesive on the half that will be in contact with your card.

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I told you it was simple. I’d love to hear from you … please share any ideas with our blog followers on how you would use this technique.

Thank you for dropping by today …

Have an awesome weekend ~

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Spring Retreat Masculine Swap Share …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I know that I told you I would be sharing cards from “Walk in the Wild” and I will … but last night one of my club members asked to see some swap cards from the second retreat, so today I’m going to post two.

Both cards are made with the “Four Feathers” stamp set.  Don’t worry, just because they are not in the catalog, does not mean they are gone.  You can find them in the “Returning Favorites” section of my website. Just click on the link and you can see what else is available.

This first card was created by Tanya D.  I love the color pallet … very masculine! The background was created with the “Arrows” embossing folder.

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The cute greeting comes from the “Just Sayin'” stamp set and was teamed up with the “Word Bubbles” framelit dies.  Don’t you just love framelits!!  No more fussy cutting!

Our second card was created by Meg L. Same stamp set … different look.

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Meg used the “Chevron” impressions embossing folder and tied it all up with the “Coastal Cabana” Thick Bakers Twine.

Both cards are awesome … but not the winner! I’ll be posting that one later.

Thanks so much for checking out our swap cards. I have a list of the core items used for these two cards below.  Just click on the link for product details.

I will be back this weekend with the “Walk in the Wild” cards for you.

Have a wonderful weekend!

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I’m Back with Weekly Deals & Great News …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

We’ll my friendly cable provider came yesterday and fixed my internet connection for me.  It appears to have been a bad wire on my modem … whatever it way, it is now corrected and I’m back to share with you!

First let me start with the Weekly Deals, and then an awesome announcement from Stampin’ Up!

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We have some great deals this week … I love, love, love the Lullaby Designer Series paper and the Fun Frames Textured Impressions Folder.  I used the one folder at our Spring Stamping Retreat …as well as the Kraft Grid Journal.  And who doesn’t need “Sticky Strip” for all those 3-D projects …

Lullaby Designer Series Paper Lullaby Designer Series Paper Item # 133695
Regular Price: $10.95
Discounted Price: $8.21
2014-2016 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers Item # 133654
Regular Price: $14.95
Discounted Price: $11.21
Fun Frames Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 133727
Regular Price: $8.95
Discounted Price: $6.71
Wild Wasabi 1/2″ Seam Binding Ribbon Item # 134570
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21
Hexagon Punch Item # 130919
Regular Price: $15.95
Discounted Price: $11.96
Kraft Grid Journal Item # 135718
Regular Price: $4.95
Discounted Price: $3.71
Sticky Strip Item # 104294
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21
Gold 5/8″ Satin Ribbon Item # 134547
Regular Price: $6.95
Discounted Price: $5.21

Many goodies here this week… I hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals and find something to help you in your stamping and / or scrapbooking!

Now … onto the big announcement from Stampin’ Up!  Last week I invited you to a virtual Pumpkin Party and they offered new Paper Pumpkin subscribers a deal at only $5 for their first kit!  Wow.  But if you missed out on that deal, don’t fret …

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Right now new Paper Pumpkin subscribers can skip to the fun for less! Get 50% off your first two months of Paper Pumpkin when you sign up by June 10. Go to PaperPumpkin.com and use promo code: SAVE50. 

After your first two months, keep the creativity coming for just $19.95 + tax per month (shipping included). Each month a fully designed project kit will arrive at your door with stamps, ink, and paper—everything cut and ready to go. 

It’s commitment-free! You can suspend your membership at any time. So, go on, sign up for Paper Pumpkin. You’ll love it—we guarantee it!

(For new subscribers only, not valid on prepaid subscriptions. Discount applied to one kit per month for the first two months of a new subscription. Offer ends June 10, 2015 at 11:50 pm (MT).)

Sign up at PaperPumpkin.com by June 10 with promo code SAVE50! By clicking on either link, it will take you to “my” Paper Pumpkin sign up area … so don’t worry, you will be a member of My Paper Pumpkin Pals. 

After you sign up – you will receive the “password” to get into the page right here on my blog for more Paper Pumpkin ideas!

Thank you so much for hangin’ in there with me through my technical difficulties … I truly appreciate that.  I will return tomorrow with the “Walk in the Wild” series of cards I wanted to share with you.

Have a great day ~ 

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