Retiring List Announced

Today is a HUGE day for Stampin' Up! customers, who will get their first chance to see the Retiring Product and Accessories Lists. In addition, Stampin' Up! Demonstrators will have a chance to pre-order new products from the 2013-2014 Annual Catalog. My pre-order is in and I can't wait to share sneak peek projects first at the Card Cafe this weekend and then on my blog and Facebook Page with you!

STAMPIN' UP! RETIRING PRODUCTS LISTS

Retiring Stamps will be available through June 3.  Stampin' Up! will continue to produce the stamps to meet the demand through that time.  Click to View Stampin' Up! Retiring Stamps.

Retiring Accessories are ONLY available while supplies last.  SAVE UP TO 60% on select items!  Be sure to order your favorites ASAP!  Click to View Stampin' Up! Retiring Accessories.

Click here to start ordering TODAY - remember, things will sell out quickly - act fact!

Year of Occasions Card Class

12 Occasion Cards to make your life easier!

Tuesday, March 26th 6:30-9:30pm

1000 Winton Rd North in Rochester

RSVP by Sunday, 3/24

 

It has been such a pleasure to offer the 'Year of" class series.  I think it's so incredibly cool to be able to take a little bit of time to get yourself set up for success (and reduce the need for running around at the last minute. Which often times seems to be my style!)

Class Fee: $30 for 12 cards or Free with a $35 order

 

There are two terrific ways to enjoy this class: In Person -or- On the Go.

If you are choosing On the Go, feel free to mail me a check email me for my address or pay via credit card with Pay Pal's secure check out.  Note that there is a pick up option and a 'Mail to Me' option in the drop down payment menu. All class participants will receive the PDF instruction sheets!

Year of Occasions Class: On the Go

Occasions: Pick Up $30.00 USD Occasions: Mail $35.95 USD

  

SALE-A-BRATION NOTE for the Occasions Class

Here's the deal... This class is being offered AFTER Sale-A-Bration ends.  I've decided to bend my own rules a bit when it comes to ordering.  If you'd like to place an order of $50 or more and choose a Free Sale-A-Bration Gift(s), email me your order by 3/21 -or- order online by 3/21 using the hostess code: KNUCKSFF

 

 

 Occasions Class Stampin' Trick!

I have the pleasure of offering this class with several of my ladies on my Heartfelt Stampers Team.   My Upline, Aly Schilling put together this fun video with a glimpse of the cards and a stampin' trick! Take a watch and please let me know if you have any questions. 

"All Dressed Up" Combo Class Kit

I am delighted to announce my very first online class!  I found this beautiful photo from fellow demonstrator Penny Smiley and simply loved it. I was inspired to make this my first go around with something that is bringing me a wee bit out of my comfort zone.  That's good right?! You'll love the feminine detailing of the 'All Dressed Up' Stamp Set and Framelits. It's so easy to use fabrics and small scraps from home to make additional projects with the framelit dies.

Purchase the featured 'All Dressed Up' card kit, video and instructions for this combo class

Only $1.95 (plus shipping)

with the purchase of the All Dressed Up Stamp Set and Framelit Bundle!

The details...
What is a Combo Class? I'm calling this a Combo Class because we're combining a number of different components.  

1. VIDEO: You'll receive a quick video from me (ack!!) talking about the projects that you'll make.  I'll also feature some of my favorite cards or projects that inspired me to tackle this as my first online class. Because this is in video form, you can free the video for easy duplication of the projects.
2. INSTRUCTIONS: You'll receive my own version of step by step instructions in PDF format for completing the three cards above. I'll offer helpful hints for making your cards, just like I do in person!
3. STAMPS: You will need to order the 'All Dressed Up' stamps.  You'll also have the option of purchasing the 'All Dressed Up" bundle at a 15% discount which includes the matching framelits.
4. CARD KIT: You will receive the card kit to make all three cards above. Each card will be cut and prepared with die cut pieces and accessories for easy assemble at home. You'll just need to stamp your images.
5. BONUS: You'll find a special extra treat in your kit to make as a small additional project!

Order Date: You may order your "All Dressed Up" Combo Class today through Wed. March 20th. Email me at dotdesigns@hotmail.com with questions.

Video & Instructions: You'll receive an email from me on Thursday, March 21st that will include your PDF instructions and video.

Mail Date: Your card kit will be mailed between March 28th and March 30th.

Receive your video, pdf instructions & card kit for only $1.95

with your purchase of the 'All Dressed Up' Stamp Set and/or Framelit bundle!

Order your kit today!

To receive your card kit, video & instructions for $1.95, you'll need to purchase one of the following:

• All Dressed Up Stamp set in Clear: 16.95 Item #29174
• All Dressed Up Stamp Set in Wood: 21.95 Item #129171
• All Dressed Up Clear Mount Stamps & Framelits: 34.95 Item #131095
• All Dressed Up Wood Mount Stamps & Framelits: 38.95 Item #131096

Order your All Dressed Up stamps or bundle here and enter hostess code: CAYRHHZR.

** If you've already purchased the All dressed up stamps or bundle, you may still receive the featured All Dressed Up Combo Class kit, video & instructions.  Simply place an order for whatever you like equaling the same amount using the same hostess code.

The 'All Dressed Up' Stamp Set

'All Dressed Up' Framelit Dies. You'll save 15% when purchased with the stamps!

Helpful Notes:
• The clear mount dress form stamp fits beautifully on an E Block.
• You'll want SNAIL adhesive to assemble your cards. Mini glue dots are helpful but not necessary.
• Island Indigo Classic Ink is used on the Dress Form Card with purse shown at the very top left.
  Already have this stamp set or bundle?  No worries!  Feel free to order any stamp set or items of the same price.  Email me and we can work that out with ease!
  
  
  Additional Ideas that have inspired me from fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrators featuring the All Dressed Stamps and/or Bundle:
  
  
  
   
  
   
   
   
  
  

Pop Up Posies Designer Kit goes Rogue!

 

There is a sassy Stampin' Up! Kit called Pop Up Posies that comes with oodles of fun parts and pieces to play with.  I decided to use 'some of this and a little of that' to make the fun Pool Party card featured above. 

 

The Pop Up Posies Kit is only $12.95 and includes all kinds of cheery embellishments:

* 9 embossed paper tags (ea. 2-3/4" x 3-1/2").
* 9 fabric covered brads: (6) Very Vanilla & (3) Summer Starfruit
* Precut paper flower pieces layer into 9 flowers: (6) layers of one 
   style in 2 colors  & (3) layers of one style in 1 color
* 9 pieces of thick(8") Vanilla Baker's Twine
* Just for You wood-mount stamp: only
   available in this kit.
* The kit is available only through May 31, 2013

To see the Pop Up Posies Designer Kit and more, visit my online store today.

 

Remember... It's Sale-A-Bration Time!  Receive a free gift with every $50 you spend through 3/22.

See your free choices here!

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!

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!!

Raspberry Ripple Sorry

Saying sorry has never looked so pretty... This lovely Stampin' Up! exclusive design offers a wonderful collaboration of colors and just the right touch of added 'extras' to make the card perfect. 

 

It's all in the details! 

The intricate detail of the main image from the Field Flowers stamp set really brings this pretty card to the next level.  The beautiful textured stippling 'comes to life' against the crispness of the whisper white card stock and offers a such richness.  The pretty curves of the "S" seems just right for the card too. 

 

Creative Note:

Take a peek at the Raspberry Ripple colored twine weaved through the glitzy faceted button. You can create the same effect using Stampin' Up!'s white bakers twine and a Raspberry Ripple re-inker.  It's just a simple dye job!

 

Complimentary Contrast-

I'm a sucker for Raspberry Ripple!  But I love how the Certainly Celery scallop border POPS agains the Chocolate Chip.  The darker hue offers a nice background so your eye picks up the subtle scallop.  So pretty!

 

Pop over to my web store for a complete list of the supplies you'll need to make this little ditty!

Gotta love this!

It's been far to long since I have sat down to write you a little creative note. This seems to happen to me every fall.  The kids go back to school, their activities get busier by the day and although we are happy and healthy, this mama can't catch her breath!

So as 'breathless' as I may be (!) I am so stinkin' excited to share the upcoming projects with you.  The cards and projects from now till the holidays are delightful! There just isn't another word that describes them better...  Here's a pic of the little preserves jar that we'll be making at the October 30th Creative Tuesday Thanksgiving Goodies & Cards class. 

 

This sassy little treat holder is complete with 4 yummy chocolates cutely wrapped in Orchard Harvest Designer paper.  As a side note, I'll supply the chocolates for you at class so you can be ready to truly Make, Take and Give! You'll be able to play with the Perfectly Preserved Bundle and see how fun and easy the coordinating pieces are together. 

 

Take a glance at the Perfectly Preserved stamp set - there's a lot in this little baby!

 

Finally... Take a peek at the cards and projects that we'll be making along with the little preserves jar above at Creative Tuesday.  We'll be making a note paper holder, 2 goodie treat holders and two fall themed cards for $20 or FREE with a $25 order at class. 
If you'd like to come, please RSVP by 10/26. 

 

Thanks for reading!  Feel free to visit my online store 24/7 for inspiration, ideas and shopping in your slippers! 

July Stamps in the Mail

There's one more week to sign up for the July "Stamps in the Mail" Club! Sign up today and your next stamp set will be Blooming with Kindness (shown to the right).

With "Stamps in the Mail" you'll receive a brand new stamp set plus 2 COMPLETED full card samples — mailed right to your door! You don't have to leave home, make special time to attend a class and you can count on something exciting coming to your door!

Although I can't give away the "Stamps in the Mail" card designs for this month - that's a special treat reserved for those in the club, I'm happy to show you this sassy little number from Stampin' Up!  Check out the use of texture... The burlap is beautifully complimented by the Comfort Cafe Designer Paper but is subtle enough to allow the stamped image to be the 'star of the show'.

 For complete details about receiving your fun "Stamps in the Mail" club kit for July,
Click Here!

A New Reason to Smile!

I've got some Super Fun News that includes one heck of a great deal!

During the entire month of July, you have the opportunity to purchase an exclusive stamp set, available ONLY through this special offer!  Get the Reason to Smile Set (up to a $20.95 value) for just $5 when you spend $50 on any Stampin' Up! products.

Reason to Smile - Wood Mount Item #131274 - $5.00
Reason to Smile - Clear Mount Item #131275 - $5.00

 •Enter the $5 item number after reaching $50 on your order.
 •Limit of one (1) set per customer
 •The Reason to Smile Set is exclusive to this promotion and will not be available after July 31, 2012.

The images in this sweet two-step stamp include:

Start shopping online today in my web store.  Contact me if you have any questions!

Stampin' Garage Sale

Come to the July Stamp Shoppe for a

Stamping Garage Sale!
Friday, July 13th from 5:15 – 9:30 pm
 -or-
Saturday, July 14th from 8:45am – Noon

1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609


Hundreds of retired Stampin' Up! products will be for sale – including recently retired items as well as "collectors items" from past years!

Everything is marked at least 50% off the original catalog price.

You may also find crafting storage items, totes, bags, and usable "alterables" for 3-D/Decor projects.

All Garage Sale Purchases are CASH ONLY! 

The fine print:

Sorry, NO checks or Credit Cards will be accepted. All payments are due at the time of purchase – items can not be put on hold. All sales are final.

Garage Sale purchases do not count towards your order minimum to attend Shoppe for free.

Email me today with questions or to RSVP for the July Stamp Shoppe

NEW 2012-13 In Color Club!

New, Fresh and Affordable - it's like music to my ears!


The In Color Club is a way for you to build up to ALL of the In Color Goodies in a slow, affordable way, so that you receive coordinating colors TOGETHER. Rather than ordering markers one month and paper the next — you'll receive EVERYTHING in a color each month, for 5 consecutive months!


Here's the nitty gritty and how everything will work:


Each month, for 5 months, you'll receive the following products in ONE of the In Colors.
 » NEW! Style Classic Pad
 » Classic Ink Refill
 » 1/2 pack of 8 1/2" x 11" Cardstock
 » 2, 12" x 6" sheets from the In Color Designer Paper Pack
 » 4 In Color Dahlias
 » 2 yards of 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon
 » Stampin' Write Marker

At the end of the 5 months, you will have grown your collection to include everything listed above in all 5 of the In Colors!

So for example, one month you'll receive a Gumball Green Ink Pad, Gumball Green Classic Ink Refill, 1/2 pack of Gumball Green Card Stock, Gumball Green Designer Paper, Gumball Green Dahlias, Gumball Green Ribbon and the Gumball Green Marker. 


Then the next month a different color and so on!


For being a part of In Color Club, you will also receive these special perks:

- The First Month of the Club, you will receive a hand stamped card using the New In Colors.
- The Last Month of the Club you will receive a plastic case to hold all of your Markers in and a plastic case to hold all of your little Dahlia embellishments. 
The cost is $24 per month (plus shipping and handling if not for local pick up)

Please Note:When you join, you'll be set up on a recurring payment cycle and will be charged $24 for 5 consecutive months.   

Email me at dotdesigns@hotmail.com to join the In Color Club! (Orders for the In Color Club may not be used as a minimum purchase for classes or be combined with other discounts/coupons.)

Here's a sample of a card using these delicious colors! Once you receive all of your components from the In Color Club, you'll be able to easily duplicate this card at home :)

Click here to view my online store and the In Color Collection Suite.

Stamps In The Mail!

Want something other than bills sent to your house automatically every month? Now you can receive STAMPS and CARDS in the mail - You'll automatically have...

Creativity delivered to your door!

And there's no better time to start than now, with the NEW CATALOG and NEW STAMP SETS on the horizon!

With "Stamps in the Mail" you'll receive a brand new stamp set plus 2 COMPLETED full card samples — mailed right to your door! You don't have to leave home, make special time to attend another class and you can count on something exciting coming to your door!


I will pre-select a stamp set each month, hand stamp you 2 cards using the same stamp set and then mail the bundle via USPS to your home.
 

Your credit card will be charged automatically every month and you can cancel your Stamps in the Mail subscription at any time. However, there is a special perk for sticking with it! After 10 consecutive months, you will receive a FREE HOSTESS EXCLUSIVE STAMP SET OF YOUR CHOICE as a special 'thank you' gift from me!
Take a peek at pgs. 201-205 of the Annual Catalog to see some of your choices. 

If you want to change the Stamp Set of the Month, you may certainly do so - just let me know by the 1st of the month.  Please note that your card samples will still be stamped with the pre-selected Stamp Set of the Month.

That's it! Super simple. No fuss — just fun & STAMPS!

 The cost per month is:
 » $29 for Clear Mount
 » $39 for Wood Mount

The price is the same every month and includes a different stamp set, the 2 samples, shipping and tax.
Stamps in the Mail will be mailed out at the end of the month, every month!

 Here's a look at upcoming stamp sets (remember, if you want to substitute any just let me know by the 1st of the month):
 » June – Summer Silhouettes – pg. 82 

 » July – Blooming with Kindness – pg. 87
 » August – Lacy & Lovely – pg. 99

To start receiving your Stamps in the Mail, use the drop down menu below! 

Stamps in the Mail

Clear Mount Monthly$29.00 USD Wood Mount Monthly$39.00 USD

Creative Tuesday Re-opens with the Mocha Morning Card Set!

Creative Tuesday re-opens on May 29th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm with OPEN Hours!

RSVP DEADLINE: Sun. 5/27 or while supplies last.   2 packets left  sold out!
at 1000 Winton Road North, Rochester NY 14609

Here's a look at what you'll make at the Mocha Morning Card Set Class!

WHO is the Mocha Morning Card Set Class for? – Anyone who wants to join us for a mid-week Stamping break and make this BEAUTIFUL card set!! Make it for yourself or to give as a gift!

WHAT do I make and receive the Mocha Morning Card Set Class? You'll make 4 stunning cards (alternative sentiments available) and a coordinating card holder to store them in! You'll also receive 4 envelopes that will also fit in the holder. Additionally, you'll receive a FULL pack of Paper Daisies and Pearl Jewels – use them to make your projects and go home with what's left over!

WHAT do I need to bring to Stamp-A-Stacks? Stampin' Up! Brand SNAIL Adhesive and Stampin' Dimensionals – all other supplies are provided! If you don't have either of these items, let me know when you register and we can get them ordered for you so that you have them for the next session you attend.
HOW MUCH does it cost to attend the Mocha Morning Card Set Class? $25 for the cards and full packs of Paper daisies and Pearls.

Read about the Stamp-A-Stack cards also offered at the May 29th Creative Tuesday.

KISS Card: Pocket Full of Posies!

It's time for a new KISS (Keep It Simple, Sister) Card!
The idea of a KISS card is to keep things nice and easy.  You'll only need a few items to complete your design and typically, they can be done in a snap!

This sassy little Stampin' Up! exclusive design is a hit with me for a few reasons...
1.) I love the simplicity of the nicely spaced circles.
2.) I love the idea that you can crank several of these cards out to send to your special peeps in only a few minutes!
3.) The Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set gives you several options for personalizing the card for the occasion that you need  - there are 24 different sentiments,  in fact!

Here's your supply list:
Stamps
• Teeny Tiny Wishes

Paper
• Whisper White Card Stock
• Pocketful of Posies Designer Series Paper *

Ink
• Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Pad

Accessories
• White Baker’s Twine
• Subtles Designer Buttons
• Small Heart Punch
• 1" Circle Punch
• 1-3/8" Circle Punch
* Pocket Full of Posies Designer Series Paper is on the Retiring List and is Available while supplies last or May 31st. The paper pack is also on sale for $8.21 (reg. $10.95)!

Click here to visit my online store and order the card 'parts and pieces' for making a boatload of these fin KISS cards!