Choose your Free Sale-A-Bration Gift!

FREE FUN!!

Choose a wonderfully FREE Sale-A-Bration gift with every $50 you spend!  Spend $100 and choose 2 sassy items - and so on.  You get the idea!  

As an extra bonus, I'll also send you 20 exclusive Sale-A-Bration Card ideas when you spend $50!

 

Click here to visit my online store to start shopping! Enjoy :)

Gotta love an easy Newspaper Print Banner!

I LOVE this sweet little banner!  Imagine the possibilities... You could easily duplicate this sassy little number for birthdays, an anniversary, holidays or just because you want to!

There are countless variations that you could use to duplicate your own version of this banner, but I'd like to show you the exact partys and pieces that were used to make the one shown above.  

 

The cuteness begins with the 'banner' framelit from the Hearts a Flutter Framelit Dies.The simple design then uses the two different size hearts from the same set. 

See the pretty little faceted buttons above?  I know... you've kinda gotta squint!! You can pick those as your FREE Sale-A-Bration gift if you want! Learn More

 

Here's a snapshot of the More Amore Designer Paper

The circular pieces shown above are the small middle pieces between the laser  cut hearts shown in the bottom right example. 

 

As an extra bonus, here's a pretty color combo that you can use to design your own projects or cards!

Shop in my online store today for any of the above items 

NEW! Start earning DotDesigns Online Rewards today

Don't miss out on lots on additional FREEBIES & Perks with ...

A Year of Class Series with a Special 50% off Bonus!

We're getting closer to the 'Year of...' Class Series that I've been telling you about and I'm so stinkin' excited! 

This series has been designed to help you jump start 2013 by getting a stock pile of the cards that you need most, done and ready to send for the year. Each session will walk you through completing 12 cards. Participate in all 3 and you'll have a total of 36 cards ready to go!

Each session has a theme - here's a summary of themes for each month:

• January - "A Year of Holidays" - 12 cards, 1 for each month of the year giving you a card for every holiday celebration and season!
• February - "A Year of Birthdays" - 12 cards, 1 for everyone on your list! Make a wide assortment of birthday cards for all genders and ages.
• March - "A Year of Occasions" - 12 cards, 1 for every occasion that may arise! Thank You, Get Well, Sympathy and Congratulations just to name a few!

"A Year of..." Series Options:

• Live close by? CLICK HERE to be re-directed to the class page with details on attending these sessions in person. The 1st session is Tuesday January 29th!
  
• Want an "On the Go!" Kit? You've got it! Pay $30 or place a $35 order per session, plus shipping, and you will receive a FREE PDF File e-mailed to you with all of the step by step instructions, photos and supply lists in addition to all of the pre-cut consumable kit pieces. The card kits will be punched and die cut for you - all you have to do at home is stamp and assemble! On the Go kits ship out at the end of the month for the month they are featured in but the FREE PDF files will be e-mailed to you upon payment - you don't need to wait for the kits to come in the mail for the files! CLICK HERE to order your on the Go Kit!
  
• Want the PDF Files Only? Sure thing! You can pay $12 per file or $35 for all 3 files - they will be e-mailed to you upon payment being received, not monthly.
  
  
  
  

  A Year of Class Series PDF Files

  Jan PDF: Holidays $12.00 USD Feb PDF: Birthdays $12.00 USD March PDF: Occasions $12.00 USD All 3 Classes PDF $35.00 USD

  
  
  
  While you can pick and choose which sessions you attend, buy the kits for or purchase the files to, I'm sure you're going to want to participate in all 3 via one of the many available options so that you can have the FULL line up! And it just so happens that I have an extra little bonus for those of you who go this route... Here's where things are getting even 'juicier!'  
  

  

  
  You're going to love these cards - and you're going to love storing them in this durable, beautiful box even more! File your cards away neatly (there's more than enough room to store envelopes too) and then when you need to send a card someone's way all you have to do is pull out your box and use what you have on hand and ready to go! To receive this box at 50% off, you just need to attend all 3 classes, purchase all 3 kits or the PDF File 3-Pack. Or any combination of the 3! You can order your box at any time during the 3 months this series is being held - whenever it's most convenient for you!
  
  
  

  RSVP for your January Class or Kit by Monday, 1/28 at the VERY latest!

  
  **** Bring a friend that hasn't stamped with me before to any one of the classes (when you attend in person) and receive 12 envelopes to coordinate with your cards!! ****
  
  

  

  Going on through Sat. 1/26, Amy's Online Sale-A-Bration Party complete with lots of fabulous Freebies!

  Learn more

Amy's (3 Days ONLY!) Online Sale-A-Bration Party

This is a DOOZIE of a Party -

3 Days ONLY - with LOTS of EXTRAS & GOODIES!

Thur. 1/24 to Sat. 1/26 only

There's only one hitch... Everything is done in my online store while you kick back & relax.

Everything in my online store is fair game -

Stamps, Ink, Paper, MDS2 & Digital Downloads, The Big Shot & Dies, Punches, Embellishments & The Clearance Rack.  Shop until your heart is content & earn lots of FREE goodies along the way.

Perk #1: 

 Spend $40 and Receive DOUBLE Rewards with the All-New DotDesigns Online Reward Card

 

You'll receive TWO DotDesign Blossoms when you spend $40 (before tax & shipping).

*DD Blossoms are earned with every $40 increment.  Earn 10 DD Blossoms & you can choose a Free stamp set!! Learn More

Perk #2: 

Spend $50 (before tax & shipping) and choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration Gift! 

 

There are 19 fabulous choices! View the Sale-A-Bration (SAB) flyer here

If you are interested in a real-life copy of the SAB flyer, email me!

 Learn More about Sale-A-Bration

Perk #3: 

Additionally, with your $50 online order, you'll receive a FREE 20 page Sale-A-Bration card file loaded with ideas for your new SAB gifts!!

Perk #4: 

Spend $100 online (before tax & shipping) and choose TWO Free Sale-A-Bration Gifts,

Receive FOUR DotDesign Blossoms & Receive a FREE February's Stamp Shoppe ($15 value),  along with the Free 20 pg SAB Card File.

** If you're out of town, I'll send you an 'On the Go' kit!

Perk #5: 

Spend $150 in my online store (before tax & shipping) and choose:
- THREE Free Sale-A-Bration Gifts!
- Receive SIX DotDesign Blossoms!
- The FREE 20 pg SAB File!
- FREE February's Stamp Shoppe Card Kit!
- $25 Hostess Dollars to spend on anything you want!
AND...
-A 12x12 pack of Silver Glimmer Paper (use item #133318)!!

------>> Now THAT'S a whole lot of FREE LOOT!

 

New Single Stamps have been introduced: See them here!

 Dude, You're Welcome! Card Kit for the guys in your life (or to make cards for the guys in your life). Click here to see the kit contents & a fun video about the set.

Best of... Stamp Set Series A new set will be introduced every month!

Learn more

PHEW - that's the nitty gritty of the super cool 3 Day Online Party!

All orders must be received by Saturday, 1/25 at Midnight (eastern Time).  

Please note: You'll want to verify that my name, Amy Rist, is in the the top right hand corner to receive your Party Extras!!

Start Shopping Here - Have fun and thank you!

Bloomin' Marvelous!

 

Oh Happy Day! This sweet number is one of the cards I made with friends during Sunday's Casual Card Party.  It's a snap to put together and can be used for pretty much any occasion, which makes it a winner in my book!

You'll find a few Sale-A-Bration (SAB) perks* in the supply list. Luckily, you'll be able to earn those babies for Free with every $50 you spend during Sale-A-Bration  Learn more


Here's your supply list:

Card Stock: Pool Party, Island Indigo & Whisper White
Stamps: Bloomin' Marvelous* (wood:#129651, clear: #129654)
Ink: Island Indigo, Stazon Black
Designer Paper: Pool Party Core'dinations, Sycamore Street* (#127540)
Ribbon: Sycamore Street Ribbon* (#130812)
Cool Tools: Big Shot, Honeycomb Embossing Folder, Oval Framelits, 1-3/8" circle punch, Sanding Block

Learn more about DotDesigns Online Rewards & Earning a FREE Stamp Set!

 Enjoy shopping in my online store Today!

Happy Sale-A-Bration!

Sale-A-Bration, Stampin' Up!'s biggest sale event of the year, starts TODAY (Jan. 22 - March 22)! Here's how it works...

• FREE PRODUCT! For every $50 in product you order (before shipping and tax), you may choose a Sale-A-Bration gift for FREE. All benefits are available when you order with me in person or online. Click to see Sale-A-Bration flyer.
• NEW! - DotDesigns Online Ordering Rewards! You'll receive one DotDesigns Blossom with every $40 you spend in my online store.  Earn $10 Blossons and receive a FREE Stamp set valued at $28.95 or less! Learn more

 

•  EXTRA FREEBIES! Host a private card party, a catalog party or place your own online order of $150 or $400 and you'll receive an additional gift!

• Order $150 online or through a card party and you'll receive (3) Sale-A-Bration gifts of your choice AND (1) 12x12 pack of Silver Glimmer Paper (enter item code #133318)

• Order $400 online or as the hostess of a card party and you'll receive Sale-A-Bration gifts based on every $50 you personally spend, AND how much you personally order (1) 12x12 pack of Silver Glimmer Paper (enter item code #133318) AND the Sycamore Street Bundle (which includes the following:

1. The 5 piece Madison Avenue Stamp Set
2. (12) 12x12 sheets of Sycamore Street Designer Paper
3. Sycamore Street & Button Bundle 15 yards of ribbon and 36 coordinating buttons

When placing your $400 Sycamore Street Bundle you'll need to choose either: Wood-Mount Hostess Bundle: #133316 -or- Clear-Mount Hostess Bundle: #133317 and Silver Glimmer Paper #133318.

Start shopping and earning today!!

Art Imitates Life

Anna and I took one of our (almost) daily trips to Target today to pick up some 'stuff'.  I was walking through the home department and came across these little kitchen canisters.  I did a double and then triple take before stopping right in my tracks!!  Hmmm... Those colors... So familiar...
                                                           They're 'In Colors!!'

Not too shabby, even if I do say so myself!If Target says it's cool, well then I'm inclined to think that Stampin' Up! is definitely on track with their color choices :)

See all 10 of the current in colors here. Remember... we've only got a limited time left with the good 'ole Calypso Coral and sassy Pool Party.  They (along with their buddies, Lucky Limeade, Wisteria Wonder & Island Indigo retire on May 31st.)

Vintage Verses and Tea for Two!

 

This pretty little card is loaded with a variety of feminine touches that make her a subtle mix of textures and interest. She's really easy to make and the design is easy to duplicate with any number of designer paper patterns, embossing folders and colors.  

Here's the basic list of supplies for this sassy little number:

Card Stock: Pink Pirouette & Very Vanilla

Designer Paper: Tea for Two

Stamps: Vintage Verses* (A Sale-A-Bration exclusive!)

Ink: Lucky Limeade 

Cool Tools: Big Shot, Honeycomb Embossing Folder,  Apothecary Accents Framelits, Owl Punch (for the little heart) & Basic Pearls

Kick back and shop for a bit in my web store today!

Kicking off the year with a terrific New Class Series!

Stampin' Up! is celebrating its 25th year and I'm delighted to kick off the celebration with a brand new 'Year of...' card class series that starts in January.

The idea of these classes are just so cool and will help yo stay on top of the game! 
You'll make 12 simply designed cards at class that feature a different occasion; one for every month.  This gives you the opportunity to have an appropriate card at the ready in a moments notice. 

The new class series begins in January and runs through March.

• Tues. January 29th @ 6:30-9:30pm : A Year of Holidays
• Tues. February 26th @ 6:30-9:30pm: A Year of Birthdays
• Tues, March 26th @ 6:30-9:30pm: A Year of Occasions

Here's a sneak peek of each class!

Each class has an 'On the Go' option so you don't have to miss anything if you aren't available in person or if you live at a distance! 

This fun class series also ties in beautifully with Stampin' Up!'s Best of 25 Years Promotion for 2013

Learn more!

Want to join The 'Year of...' class series?
 Email me today to save your stampin' seat at class.
You can also purchase the 'on the Go' class kits class PDF files below...

Occasions on the Go

On the Go Pick Up $30.00 USD On the Go w/ Shipping $35.95 USD

Birthdays on the Go

On the Go Pick Up $30.00 USD On the Go w/ Shipping $35.95 USD

Holidays on the Go

On the Go Pick Up $30.00 USD On the Go w/ Shipping $35.95 USD

A Year of Class Series PDF Files

Jan PDF: Holidays $12.00 USD Feb PDF: Birthdays $12.00 USD March PDF: Occasions $12.00 USD All 3 Classes PDF $35.00 USD

Participate in all 3 classes in person or 'On the Go' and you have the option of purchasing beautiful card keeping box at a 50% discount

RSVP for January's class by Mon. 1/28th at the very latest!

Sassin' up the Homefront!

I'm always on the quest for fun ways to decorate for the seasons at home.  I felt like I hit the jackpot when I saw this idea from Stampin' Up! and couldn't wait to share this with you.  You'll need your Big Shot to make these pretty little sweeties and the rest is a snap!  Change the colors to match your decor and your mood or your party theme... Here goes!

The project is easy but a bit messy (what creative process isn't, right?) Have some newspapers or a mini drop cloth down for quick clean up.

You will need the following supplies as shown:
- White tissue paper
- Floral Frames Framelits Dies
- Stampin’ Spritzer
- Primrose Petals Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill
- Rubbing alcohol
- Stapler

Here's your 'How To':
1. Cut tissue paper flowers—eight pieces for each flower
2. Lay the die-cut tissue pieces out on a painting surface
3. Fill your empty spritzer bottle with 8–10 drops of Primrose Petals ink (or whatever color makes you happy).
4. Fill the remainder of the bottle with rubbing alcohol. (Don’t use water!) Alcohol dries quickly and makes this project possible. Please don’t substitute!
5. Spritz your shapes with ink until each piece is covered.
6. Allow the tissue paper to dry.
7. Gather eight pieces at a time. Stack on top of each other in a nice little pile and staple the center.
8. Fold and 'pinch' each layer one at a time to the center to create the flower.
9. Repeat as many times as you need to create enough flowers for your tray.
10. Find a few glass votives. Fill them with some glitter and add a tea light.  Voila' - you're done!

Note: The spritzers are super handy.  Two come in a package for only $2.95.  You can easily wash them out and refill with different things or designate each one to make special projects over and over again.  

 Start shopping for your supplies today in my online store!

Casual Sunday Card Making

Join me for a bit of casual stampin' fun.  We'll chat, make some great cards & simply enjoy some down time!

 Email me today to RSVP

In addition to our projects, here's what you can expect on Sunday: 

1. Sale-A-Bration samples & easy to duplicate ideas using new products from Spring Catalog!
2. Learn more about the New Paper Pumpkin Kits
3. Shop from my 'Cash & Carry Corner' where you'll find adhesives, retired items, project kits, ribbon by the yard & more!*
   *Gentle reminder: Cash & carry purchases may not be used towards your minimum class order. Thank you! 
4. Check out the Valentine Specials
5. Learn more about the new cards kits for the MAN in your life (but I'm gonna use it too! ) It’s called DUDE, You’re Welcome! Everything is inclusive in the kit and retails for $24.95.

Watch this fun video so you can see what it’s all about!

Pop on over to my online store to shop online or see additional current specials

You'll love the twists & turns!

I'm gonna zig here and zag there...
The Simply Scored Borders Plate is one of those products that will quickly become one of your 'Go To' pieces.  You'll love the opportunities that this little ditty will bring to your creative world!

Item #126192



Now, I LOVE my Big Shot and the incredible WOW factor that she brings to my card sand projects.  I also completely understand that she may not attainable for everyone.  The Simply Scored Plate is another cool tool that will bring your projects to a whole new level.  There are 20+ designs that you 'll be able to add to your cards, envelopes and/or scrapbook pages.  Here's a quick video so you can see the ease and benefits of using this baby!

 

Click here to see the other components to the Simply Scored System!

January Stamp Shoppe is open this Weekend!

Friday, Jan 11th 5:30-9:30pm

-or-

Saturday, Jan. 12th 9am - Noon.

1000 Winton Road North. Rochester NY 14609

Make 6 delightfully different cards for $15 or Free with a $20+ order at Stamp Shoppe. 

RSVP by Wed. 1/9/2012 at Noon to dotdesigns@hotmail.com

 

Share the fun!  Bring a friend that hasn't stamped with me before and you'll make a 2nd set of cards for FREE :)

 

See what's New with Stampin' Up!  Take a peek in my webstore

Inspiring...

 

You may be asking yourself what this has to do with stamping... I'll tell you...

NOTHING!

 

I just like it!  I've had this pic from House Beautiful on my computer for forever and a day and simply enjoy the carefree vibe that I feel when looking at it. The crispness of the colors and and natural lights streaming in the windows makes me happy.  I'd like to spend some time basking in the beautiful sunlight on a lovely mind temperature morning... delightful...

 

Have a wonderful day - I hope you find something deliciously inspiring to make you smile today :)