Introducing... Technique Thursdays!

I am so pleased to offer you TWO new and exciting classes!  Let me introduce Technique Thursdays  - a wonderful opportunity for you to learn new and 'Out of the Box' creative ideas!

Join me on Thursday, May 17th to kick off the fun!
Come & Go at your leisure between 6:30-9:30pm

Technique Thursdays are always the 3rd Thursday of every month.  You may choose to do both classes or pick the one that you're most interested in. Here's a description of both classes for you:

Technique Geeks Class:  Learn exciting new techniques that can be incorporated into your cards and other projects.  At this class, you'll learn 3 techniques (3 different techniques will be taught each month.)  You'll use those techniques on 3 finished cards AND make 3 'resource pages' that shows the technique and offers a step by step instruction as to how you made it. You'll keep your reference page so you can duplicate the process with ease.

Punch Art Class:  Learn how to make darling punch art creations that may be incorporated into your cards and other projects.  At this class, you'll learn 3 punch art pieces ( 3 different punch art creations will be taught every month.)  You'll use these pieces on 3 finished cards AND make 3 'resource pages' that shows the technique and offers a step by step instruction as to how you made it. You'll keep your reference page so you can duplicate the process with ease.

Cost for each class is $15 or FREE with a $20 Stampin' Up! order that evening.

Location: 1000 Winton Road North. Rochester, NY 14609.
RSVP required for either class by Monday, May 14th.  Email me today!

Click here for additional info!

Retiring 2010-2012 In Colors

We've had them for two terrific years and now, they're heading out!  Don't miss your chance to stock up on the five 2010-2012 In-Colors before they're gone for good. 

You'll find the following items in these colors (Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, Poppy Parade and Blushing Bride):

• Ink Pad
• Ink Refills
• Markers
• Cardstock (smooth & textured)
• Poly Twill Ribbon
• Glimmer Brads
• In Color Kit (including paper & all 5 ink pads)
• Designer Paper Stack

Check out this previous post about my KISS (Keep It Simple, Sister) card featuring the retiring
In Colors, Blushing Bride & Pear Pizzazz!

LOVE these little correspondence cards! Pop over to a previous post for additional details on how easy it is to make these cards; featured above in the retiring In Colors. 

Visit my online store today and stock up on your favorite In Color necessities before they're gone!



Happy Birthday with Fox & Friends!

I am so pleased to share the delightful work of a very talented lady, Kristin Roberts. 
Sweet Kristin has embraced the art of card making and 'rocks it'!

I saw Kristin's design last week and was ready to share it with you, then saw that the two stamps sets she has featured are on the Retiring Stamp Set List and will only be available through May 30th!

Before I get to the features stamps, I really need to give a 'shout out' to Kristin's attention to detail on this very special card.  Those cheeky little monkeys and the balloons have been cut out with paper snips!  I can't stand how stinkin' cute it is that Kristin wrapped the baker's twine around the little monkey tail and arm!  LOVE! 

The two featured stamp sets (which coordinate delightfully together) include:

Fox & Friends
available in clear and wood mount stamps

Party This Way

available in clear and wood mount stamps

Thanks again for your beautiful work and inspiration, Kristin - great job, sister!

Don't miss the chance to order from the Retiring List.  Remember... these items are available through May 30th (and while supplies last)

Going... Going... GONE!

The List of Retiring Stamp Sets is NOW available.

Click here to see the 300+ stamp sets that will be retiring.

These stamp sets will be available for purchase only through May 31, 2012!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The Retired Accessories/Décor Elements Lists will be released on April 25, 2012. Retiring accessories and Stampin' Up! Décor Elements (this line is being discontinued) will only be available while supplies last. BE SURE TO ORDER EARLY - once these items are gone, they're GONE!

 

GENTLE REMEMBER: The Stampin' Up! 2012-2013 Annual Catalog will be released June 1, 2012, a month earlier than in the past. The good news is that with so many stamp sets retiring, the new catalog will be loaded with new products! Stay tuned for information on how yo can pick up your new catalog at my BOGO (Buy One, Get One FREE) Catalog Kick Off Party!

Visit my online store today & check out the current promotions!

Sweet Occasions Cookie Stamps

The Mini Occasions Catalog (and all of the fabulous creative sassiness inside) are in the final countdown... April 30th is the last day to order your favorites. Here's a fun Shout Out for the Sweet Occasions Cookie Stamps.  The Pressed Cookie Stamp Set comes with 3 different silicone cookie stamps and a wooden handle for quick and easy image switch-ups. 

 

The Sweet Occasions Cookie Stamps include the above cookie presses for $16.95.

Check out the quick video below as Sara Douglass shares a few easy tips and ideas for using the cookie stamps.  This video features the Holiday Cookie Press Set, but you'll get the jist!

On a final note... These sassy little cookie press stamp sets are a terrific bridal gift for the family that is just starting out too! 

Click here to order your Sweet Occasions Cookie Stamps today!

Emma's Easter Treat Toppers

My friend and stampin' guru, Emma has done it again!  I swear, she her fun designs simply 'knock my socks off!'  When peeking at each topper, note the additional details that Emma has included to make each one deliciously fun to look at (not to mention delicious to eat!) 

Emma used a wide variety of Stampin' Up! products but the cutest item by far is the Everybunny Stamp Set.  LOVE IT, Emma - thank you!

Click here to see some of Emma's other delightful designs...

Summer Smooches Product Share + Bonus Petite Purse Kit!

For a very limited time only...
Summer Smooches Product Share + Special Bonus!

Includes 22 pieces for only $10 (+$3.00 shipping if not a local pick up)

• (12) 6x6 sheets of Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper
• (6) Summer Smooches Designer Fabric Brads (2ea of 3 designs)
• (2) yards of Daffodil Delight Seam Binding Ribbon
• (3) 9x9 pieces of Summer Smooches Designer Fabric (1ea of 3 designs)
• BONUS: (1) Petite Purse Kit (includes pre-die cut DSP & button or brad. Paper patterns will vary)

See how easy it is to assemble the sassy little Petite Purse Die...



If you are interested in receiving an accessory share + bonus kit, as described above,
 you will need to email me at dotdesigns@hotmail.com.

Please include your email address, name, address and phone # and I will send you a PayPal invoice for the Summer Smooches + Bonus Share.  If you are interested in multiple shares, you may do that too, just let me know.

*** This product share is available through April 20th ONLY!  ***

The product share photo above was used from Dawn Olchefske at DOstamping with Dawn.

See the Summer Smooches Stencil in Action!

Click here to see the Summer Smooch collection in detail!

**Please note: The Summer Smooches Decor Stencil is available through April 30th only. 
This sassy item will not be be a part of the new 2012-2013 Catalog. 

Summer Smooches - Thanks Big Time!

This fun and easy card is my first 'SHOUT OUT' for the new Summer Smooches Collection.

The colors are bright, fresh & flirty!

This is an exclusive Stampin' Up! design that also uses the Decorative Label Punch (one of my favs!) and shows the versatility of this special punch. Don't miss another special feature of this design; the sassy fabric brad on the middle flower. These little brads are available for the month of April ONLY so you'll want to pick up a few packs of these while you can. 

Another great perk of this card?  You can easily crank out multiples of this little sweetie in no time. 

Click here to learn all about the Summer Smooches Promotion

Here's the supply list for this card:

Stamps
• A Word for You
• Bright Blossoms*
Paper
• Tangerine Tango Card Stock
• Whisper White Card Stock
• Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper*
Ink
• Lucky Limeade Classic Stampin' Pad
• Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
• Lucky Limeade Stampin' Write Marker
Stampin’ Up! Accessories
• Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads*
• Stampin' Dimensionals
• Decorative Label Punch


*Part of the Summer Smooches Special Offer April 1-30!

Visit my online store today and order what you'll need to make this delightful little card!

Summer Smooches Sneak Peek!

STAMPIN' UP! SUMMER SMOOCHES OFFER STARTS TODAY!

If you love a good 'ole perk, this will be right up your alley!  Now, there's no need to wait until the new Stampin' Up! Catalog begins on June 1.  You can order some new products from the Summer Smooches collection which will is just one of the many new product lines in the upcoming 2012-2013 catalog. 

Summer Smooches Promo dates: April 1 through April 30, 2012.  

Click here to download and print the Summer Smooches flyer

*Exclusive to the Summer Smooches Special Offer; will not be available in the 2012-13 catalog. 

You'll want to order these little sweeties while you can!

Product Details: •Designer Series Paper coordinating colors: Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo, Tangerine Tango, Rich   Razzleberry.
•Designer Fabric coordinating colors: Daffodil  Delight, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo, Tangerine Tango.
 •Fabric Designer Brads: 24 pieces, 8 ea. of 3 designs.
 •Summer Smooches Photobook Template and Digital Kit are My Digital Studio downloads.

 If you are interested in seeing more of this sassy Summer Smooch Collection, be sure to attend the April 13th or 14th Stamp Shoppe for a special product demo!

Place your order today for the Summer Smooches Collection in my online webstore