Yee Haw … New Stamp Set!

Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin’ Pad

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Scallop Edge Border Punch

Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Coastal Cabana Thick Baker’s Twine

On Film Framelits Die

$29.95

$3.50

Petite Petals Punch

$12.95

Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments

Stampin’ Blendabilities™ Markers Daffodil Delight Assortment

$11.95

Bright & Beautiful Stars Wood-Mount Bundle

13Aug2014

Seasons Greetings Sneak Peek …

Posted in Christmas by Linda Schnabel

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 …

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.

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

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!

$50.75

Bright & Beautiful Stars Clear-Mount Bundle

$43.95

Soft Sky 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad

Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder

Versamark Pad

$7.50

Heat Tool

$29.95

Silver Fancy Foil Designer Vellum

Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

Baked Brown Sugar 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

12Aug2014

Guest Stamper: Stampin’ Up!

Posted in Product Wow by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I want to share with you a wonderful surprise that I received in the mail yesterday … yes, it’s a card. Actually I got two cards (Thank You Alice!).

My card came from Stampin’ Up! so I was very curious as to what was inside. Being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator has many rewards, let’s just say they know how to treat their demonstrators. Here’s what I saw …

How cute is that! First of all, you know I love stars!! That is my groups team name (Star’s by Design) and banners are “hot” right now. What melted my heart was what was inside …

Amazing! Rich Jutkins is the President and COO of Stampin’ Up! so I am very proud of my card (and achievements).

I do however have to THANK YOU … my stampin’ friends, club members and on-line shoppers. We did this together … I wouldn’t have been here for 15 years if it hadn’t been for you! I look forward to another 15 years! Wooo Hooooooooooooo!

Know I’m thinking about you today, and hoping you have the best day ever!

Stop back tomorrow as I will be sharing a fabulous card using product from the Big Shot Special … and it’s also a “Sneak Peek” at the upcoming Holiday Catalog!

Thanks again, and ~

11Aug2014

Holiday Catalog Sneak Peak … Simply Grateful

Posted in New Product Intro / Video, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Last week I teased with my Holiday Catalog order arrival, so today I thought I would share a little sneak peek into that catalog!

Today I’ll begin with my favorite of the four seasons … FALL. I just love those warm days and cool nights, and the wonderful smell of Autumn. It’s just fun and colorful, like a celebration that kicks off our holiday season. Hmmm… makes sense, doesn’t it!

OK … enough chit – chat! Grab a piece of paper and a pencil, because you are going to want to write down all these scrumptious new products ….

My base is “Baked Brown Sugar” and I teamed it up with the new “Under the Tree” Specialty Designer Paper. It is double sided and a bit thicker than our regular cardstock, so it’s going to be great for your cards, and your holiday projects.

The “Grateful for You” comes from the stamp set “Merry Everything”. I liked the way the lines from “YOU” on my greeting, plays off the lines of my designer paper!

The greeting was punched out with the new “Note Tag Punch”. I stamped a second tag to add a touch of color. I topped off the greeting with the Mossy Meadow Stitched Satin Ribbon which is found in the annual catalog with the In-Colors.

The precious little leaves come from our new “Fun Fall” Framelit Dies. I gave them a crease in the middle for some added dimension and then sponged the edges to soften them up a bit. My leaves are Mossy Meadow, Tangerine Tango, and Cherry Cobbler. All are popped up with the Stampin’ Dimensionals.

The colors of fall really warm this sweet card, and it is a simple card to recreate. I hope it inspired you today.

The items from the Holiday Catalog will not be available until the 28th, so I will only list the items from the Annual Catalog. Please let me know if you will be needing a Holiday Catalog!

Have yourself a warm and wonderful day ~

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Mossy Meadow 3/8″ Satin Stitched Ribbon

$8.95

Tangerine Tango Classic Stampin’ Pad

Tangerine Tango 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad

Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

10Aug2014

HIP HIP HOORAY …

Posted in Paper Pumpkin, Stampin' Event & Opportunity by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’d like to share a card that was created by Stampin’ Up! and can be found on my website. It’s just one more place you can find card samples and projects I like to share.

This cute project was made with the Just Sayin’ and Hip Notes stamp sets, and the Word Bubbles Framelit Dies which are included in the Big Shot Sale! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

TODAY is the last day to SIGN UP for the kit that had demonstrators running to sign up, after they got a sneak peek at the August Paper Pumpkin 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)

If you haven’t tried Paper Pumpkin, Stampin’ Up’s monthly craft kits by mail, now is a great time to sign up … get 50% off your first two months.

Each month around the 15th you’ll receive a complete project kit. Escape to your stamping area and create the fun project, or come over to my house and stamp -n- snack with your fellow pumpkin stampers!

Each Paper Pumpkin takes about 25 minutes to complete and includes everything you need except scissors. Keep the stamps and ink pads to use on other projects!

Have a wonderful day ~

9Aug2014

Simply Sunny Saturday’s …

Posted in Paper Pumpkin, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

What say’s summer more than a beautiful sunny day? We’ve had a few in a row and it seems to lighten everyone’s spirits.

So today I would like to share a sunny card that will make you smile and warm your heart. I’m using the “Kinda Eclectic” stamp set. Didn’t this stamp set just catch your eye the minute you saw it in the catalog? It was one of the first sets I ordered.

My core colors are Whisper White and the new Mossy Meadow, with a pop of Daffodil Delight and Bermuda Bay.

Stampin’ Tips:

To highlight the sun – I punched a coordinating piece of Daffodil Delight cardstock with the 1-3/8″ circle punch and then sponged the circle and my sun.

To create the butterfly – I stamped two of the large butterfly’s (Bermuda Bay on Bermuda Bay) then punched one with the Elegant Butterfly and the other with Bitty Butterfly. This way I have the same pattern on both sizes! Clever 🙂

The “THANKS” comes from the 2014 July Paper Pumpkin Kit. Not only do you get the fun and fabulous projects to make BUT … you get to keep all the wonderful stamps!! Here’s the kicker … they are exclusive to Paper Pumpkin, so as a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, you get exclusive sets that will not be available anywhere else. Now that’s a perk!

Don’t forget the 50% off your first two months to new Paper Pumpkin subscribers!

Don’t forget to stamp the inside and your envelope when you are creating your card… just image the smile this will bring to your friends face when they open the mail box! Warm and wonderful …. like a beautiful summer day.

Have a wonderful weekend ~

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad

Daffodil Delight 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Kinda Eclectic Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.95

Kinda Eclectic Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.95

1-3/8″ Circle Punch

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad

Bermuda Bay 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Elegant Butterfly Punch

Bitty Butterfly Punch

Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments

Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

8Aug2014

It’s all so exciting ….

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

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 …

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)

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.

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.

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% OFF

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 ~

7Aug2014

Annual Holiday Stamping Retreat …

Posted in Christmas, Stampin' Event & Opportunity by Linda Schnabel

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 24^th, 25^th, and 26^th … 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

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

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

6Aug2014

A Little Kindness …

Posted in Stampin' Up! card ideas, Techniques, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Wooo Hooo …. it’s Wednesday already! Time just seems to be flying by. On that note, I wanted to share a card that’s fun and easy to create! And … I’m using one of the fabulous folders that was introduced on our Weekly Deals yesterday.

Today, you’ll get step by step instructions;

I wanted to showcase the Delicate Designs Embossing Folder, so I actually started my card from the inside out! My inner piece of Whisper White is cut to 5-1/4″ x 4″ and then embossed. I then took my 1/2 sheet of the NEW Mossy Meadow cardstock … inserted the inner piece and made a “tick mark” on each side at the top of the embossed area.

Then … using my tick marks, I cut off the the Mossy Meadow so the pretty embossed area would be exposed! Before I adhered the inner piece, I stamped it with the amazing “Kinda Eclectic” stamp set.

Next I wanted to add some color without all the work – Designer Paper … that’s the answer! I chose “Park Lane”. I thought the Old Olive on the designer paper really pops when teamed with the Mossy Meadow.

My greeting, also from “Kinda Eclectic” was highlighted with the use of the “Oval Framelits” and the beautiful Mossy Meadow ribbon finished off the card. When sending such a beautiful card you will definitely want to coordinate your envelope with the envelope liner die and leftover designer paper.

I hope you enjoyed today’s stampin’ session! Don’t forget that not only is the Delicate Designs folder on sale, but Stampin’ Up! also has an awesome BigShot promotion. I will have all the links for you.

Please let me know if you have any questions, concerns, or comments on today’s post.

Have a “kind” day ~

$8.95

Big Shot

$99.95

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad

Mossy Meadow 3/8″ Satin Stitched Ribbon

$8.95

Park Lane Designer Series Paper

$10.95

Kinda Eclectic Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.95

Kinda Eclectic Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.95

Ovals Collection Framelits Die

$26.95

Envelope Liners Framelits Die

$26.95

Whisper White Medium Envelopes

$6.50

Pistachio Pudding 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

5Aug2014

Tuesday’s mean Weekly Deals!

Posted in ON SALE!, Uncategorized by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

It’s Tuesday …. and I have the new weekly deals for you!

Weekly Deals

We hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

	Wisteria Wonder 3/4″ Chevron Ribbon Item # 130017 ~~Regular Price: $8.95~~ Discounted Price: $6.71
	Alphabet Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 130916 ~~Regular Price: $7.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.96
	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad Item # 131171 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 127023 ~~Regular Price: $8.95~~ Discounted Price: $6.71
	Pear Pizzaz Classic Stampin’ Pad Item # 131180 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Hearts A Flutter Framelits Die Item # 130159 ~~Regular Price: $24.95~~ Discounted Price: $18.71
	Smoky Slate Classic Stampin’ Pad Item # 131179 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Travel Log Kit – Digital Download Item # 126022 ~~Regular Price: $9.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.97
	Oh Baby Photobook Template – Digital Download Item # 129350 ~~Regular Price: $17.95~~ Discounted Price: $10.77

Wow … those are some great deals! Think I’ll check my ink pads (always like to have at least 2 for stamping with my guests). The My Digital Studio packages are a steal!!

Just click on the descriptions to take you directly to that item or click here to go to my store. When you shop … enter Hostess Code QYMV4GYX.

Please let me know if you have any questions, or if you prefer to order directly from me. I’d be more than happy to help you out.

Have yourself a wonderful day ~

4Aug2014

Stampin’ Techniques …

Posted in Stampin' Event & Opportunity, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had a good weekend!

Today I am going to share with you a card that my Technique Clubs made. I normally don’t share these cards on my blog, as the are “exclusive” to my club members (a benefit of being in my club) but today I’m sharing because I want to invite you to join one of my Stampin’ Technique Clubs when we begin again in fall. Here are the current openings …

Saturday – 4 spots

Monday – NEW CLUB / Open

Wednesday – FULL

Thursday – 1 spot

We create a minimum of 2 cards and a 6 x 6 technique sheet. Minimum order is $15 with 10 members. NO other fee’s required!! Your class instruction and projects are FREE! Plus, everything is cut and prepared for you… just stamp!

I’ve hosted groups as small a 6, and up to 12! We don’t get any larger than 12 because each club member will receive the hostess benefits of free stamping merchandise at least once!! Gather your friends and let’s stamp!! Leave me a message if you are interested.

Let me know if you are interested in joining us this fall… it’s going to be a very special year – I’m celebrating 15 years with Stampin’ Up! The entire year will be filled with fun and surprises!!

I will also be willing to “go to you” …. Gather 10 friends and family and create your own private club. You can use my facility or I can come to your home providing you have the room for 11 people to stamp comfortably.

Thanks for stopping in!

Have a wonderful week.

3Aug2014

FREE BigShot Bundles …

Posted in ON SALE!, Product Wow by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

If you’re anything like me, you absolutely love when BIG opportunities come your way. That’s why we’ve brought you the chance to receive one of five free stamp set/framelit bundles (your choice!) with purchase of a Big Shot. And if you get a Big Shot now, you’ll be ready for all the new Big Shot accessories in the holiday catalog being released August 28th!

If you already own a Big Shot, you can still purchase these discounted bundles at an amazing 15% off! This is one deal you won’t want to miss-only available from August 1-31-as these bundles are one-time only exclusives. Bundles are listed below …

This video is to show you the “Magnetic Platform” with is the perfect tool for the BigShot while working with framelits and edgelits.

Just in case you can’t read the small print (like me) … I’ve added them below for easy viewing:

Two Choices:

1) Buy a Big Shot and get a free bundle below.

and/or

2) Buy a discounted bundle below at a 15% discount.

Bundle	Item Number	Stamp Set	Framelits	Discounted Price
Sumthin’ with Bubbly Words Bundle WM	138923	Sumthin’ Sumthin’	Word Bubbles	$33.75
Sumthin’ with Bubbly Words Bundle CM	138920	Sumthin’ Sumthin’	Word Bubbles	$31.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle WM	138924	Oh My Goodies	Deco Labels Collection	$42.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle CM	138921	Oh My Goodies	Deco Labels Collection	$35.95
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle WM	138925	Day of Celebration	Chalk Talk	$43.25
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle CM	138922	Day of Celebration	Chalk Talk	$37.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle WM	138911	Daydream Medallions	Floral Collection	$54.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle CM	138910	Daydream Medallions	Floral Collection	$45.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle WM	138644	Bright & Beautiful	Star	$50.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle CM	138200	Bright & Beautiful	Star	$43.95

Which one are you going to pick? CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT!

Have yourself a great day ~

2Aug2014

Sweet Treats in a Fry Box …

Posted in 3-D Projects, Product Wow by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have a cute project share for you. It’s a tasty little treat using the “Fry Box” from Stampin’ Up! I pulled this project from my website under the Stampin’ Up! creations … I’ll tell you more about that later.

The color of our treat holder is the yummy Pistachio Pudding… one of our In-colors. It’s teamed up with the “Amazing Birthday Stamp Set” … I’m excited because mine just arrived via UPS yesterday! I can’t wait to start playing with this set and sharing more samples with you!

The inside is lined with the “All Abloom” Designer Series paper, and our sweet treat has been secured inside the Gusseted Cellophane Bag and decorated with a pretty bow tied with the coordinating Pistachio Pudding Thick Bakers Twine. You can see this and more great cards and projects from my collection and Stampin’ Up!s creations…

Click here to view more projects and card samples!

I have posted the list of ingredients at the bottom of my post for your convenience … as for the candy, come see me at the Candyman on Main!

If you like this cute project, you may be interested in the “Hamburger Box Die” … watch the video to see how fun and easy this is to use.

Hope you enjoyed today’s share … Thanks for stopping by.

Have a wonderful weekend ~

Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad

All Abloom Designer Series Paper Stack

Amazing Birthday Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$28.95

Amazing Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$20.95

1-1/4″ Circle Punch

Pistachio Pudding Thick Baker’s Twine

Stampin’ Dimensionals

$3.95

Cellophane 4″ X 6″ Bags

$4.50

$3.50