Birthdays... Bring it on!

What a fun treat!  Here is an exclusive Stampin' Up! card that features a nice mix of simple fun with an unexpected twist.  Who would have thought that vintage 'First Edition' Designer Series Paper would be right at home next to subtle hearts and a cute cupcake? 
Depending on the fella, this card works nicely for a masculine birthday card (even if we take of a heart or two!) 

Supply List
Card Stock: Crumb Cake (120953), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Whisper White (1007301)

Designer Series Paper: First Edition (121878)

Stamps: Create a Cupcake (wood: 121915, clear: 121982), Bring on the Cake (w: 121899, c: 121958)

Ink: Classic Crumb Cake (121030), Classic Cherry Cobbler (119669)

Extras: SNAIL (104332), Dimensionals (104430), Build a Cupcake Punch (121807)

 

KISS Valentine Cards

K.I.S.S. means 'Keep It Simple, Sister!' I designed these cards using only a few key products and am tickled pink (or Pink Pirouette, Real Red & Basic Gray!) with the outcome.

My fav of the bunch! Supply list:

• Notecards (#107311), 
• Love Impressions DSP (#121780)
• Valentine Defined Stamp Set (wood: #121941, clear: #123057)
• Real Red Marker: (#100052)
• Whisper White 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (#119262)
• SNAIL Adhesive (#104332), Dimensionals (#104430)

Simple 5x5 card (FYI: needs extra postage)
Supply List:

• Card Stock: Whisper White (#100730), Basic Gray (#121044), Real Red (#102482)
• Love Impressions DSP (#121780)
• 5/8" Organza Ribbon (#114319)
• SNAIL Adhesive (#104332)

 
 

Here's a cute little ditty! Supply list:

• Notecards (#107311)
• Love Impressions DSP (#121780)
• Valentine Defined Stamp Set (wood: #121941, clear: #123057)
• Happy Together Stamp Set: 114314
• Markers: Red Marker: (#100052), Pink Pirouette (#111351)
• Card Stock: Whisper White (#100730), Basic Gray (#121044)
• Punches: 1-3/4" Circle (#119850) & Modern Label X-Large (#119849)
• Rhinestone Jewels: (#119246)
• SNAIL Adhesive (#104332), Dimensionals (#104430)

Last but not least! Supply List:

• Notecards (#107311)
• Love Impressions DSP (#121780)
• Valentine Defined Stamp Set (wood: #121941, clear: #123057)
• Markers: Red Marker: (#100052), Pink Pirouette (#111351)
• Card Stock: Whisper White (#100730), Basic Gray (#121044)
• SNAIL Adhesive (#104332), Dimensionals (#104430)

To order the featured products above or any SU! products 24/7, click here to visit my online web store.

Scroll down for a closer look at a couple of the KISS cards...

 

 

 

 

 

Start Planning for Sale-A-Bration!

Sale-A-Bration (SAB) will be kicking off on January 25 and we're getting ready to rock & roll! 
This is the once a year opportunity to earn FREE stamps, exclusive limited time only accessories and even a very sassy Decor Element!

What is Sale-A-Bration? With every $50 that you spend, you can a FREE SAB item.  If you spend $100, you'll earn two, etc.  Click here to see how else you can earn SAB products

What kind of products can I earn during Sale-A-Bration?  There are (4) exclusive SAB stamp sets, (2) different Accessory packs.  One includes ribbon & buttons and the other includes Designer Series Paper and Quick Accents.  There is a My Digital Studio CD jam packed with SAB images and a never-seen-before Decor Element (shown below).  Lastly, can also choose from over 50 stamp sets that are featured in the Big Idea Book and Catalog!

Stay tuned for additional details about Sale-A-Bration and how you can earn some truly terrific goodies!
In the mean time, click here to read more about SAB and to see some card samples. 

'Filled with Love' Bundle Ideas - Round 2

Here are two additional cards done by featured guest stamper and my sweet friend, Kriss Huels. 

Kriss uses the Filled with Love Bundle set (the bundle includes the Filled with Love Stamp Set, Love Patterns Designer Series Paper and FREE Bitty Buttons) along with Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon and cardstock to make this darling valentine. 

The last Filled with Love card has a few more elements that keep the card simple yet interesting.  Using the Scallop Edge Border Punch (119882) and layering the Pretty in Pink and Old Olive card stock is the perfect little extra touch.  Lastly, Kriss added a pewter Jumbo Eyelet (108432) using her Crop-A-Dile (108362) to give the illusion of a sweet and simple tag for your Valentine!

To order the Filled with Love Bundle or any Stampin' Up! items that float your boat, click here to shop online 24/7!

Valentine Pouch

The text in the middle is a little hard to
see in the photo, but the inset will help.

I'm loving how sweet and simple this little Valentine Pouch is!  Again, you don't need much to make this 'love you' gift happen. 

This project is featured around the versatile Valentine Defined Stamp Set show here:



Click here to order Stampin' Up! Products Online 24/7
 
Here's your short supply list:

• Stamps: Valentine Defined Set (wood: 121941. clear: 123057)
• Paper: Whisper White Card Stock (100730), In Color Patterns Designer Series Paper (117158)
• Ink: Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad (115657)
• Accessories & Tools: Crumb Cake Envelopes (107297), Certainly Celery 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon (119255), SNAIL Adhesive (104332), Small Heart Punch (117193), Scallop Edge Border Punch (119882)

*** If you'd like to make this Valentine Pouch for FREE, email me today to schedule a workshop for you and a few girlfriends.  This project is fun and easy to duplicate AND you'll earn free products for your time!

For additional pictures of how you can use the Valentine Defined Stamp Set, click here.  Enjoy & have fun!

Easy 3x3 Valentine's Day Card

This little 3x3 valentine has the right components for the perfect love note:
Sweet. Petite. Easy!



Exclusive Stampin' Up! design using
'Valentine Defined' Stamp Set



Here's your short supply list:
Stamps:  Valentine Defined Set (wood: 121941. clear: 123057)
Paper: Whisper White Card Stock (100730), Pear Pizzazz Textured Card Stock (119799)
Ink: Baja Breeze Classic Stampin' Pad (111833), Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad (119669)Accessories & Tools: Linen Thread (104199), Subtles Designer Buttons (119745), SNAIL Adhesive (104332), 3x3 envelopes (107309)

Click here to order Stampin' Up! Products Online 24/7

Instructions:

• Cut White Card Stock to 6" x 3" & fold in half for 3x3 card.
• Stamp heart flowers in Baja Breeze ink on Whisper White card. 
• Stamp "Love" in Cherry Cobbler ink on card.
• Adhere strip of Pear Pizzazz Textured Card Stock to bottom of card using SNAIL adhesive.
• Tie Linen Thread around front of card.
• Adhere designer button to card.

If you'd like to make this card for FREE, email me today & choose a date to have a couple of girlfriends over.  This card should take only a few minutes to make & you'll earn free products!

Bring on the (Valentine's) Bling!

To order online 24/7 Click Here

We've gotta talk... I'm *crazy*  about the Red Glimmer Paper (121790) that's available.  This pretty paper is rather thick (not flimsy in the least), punches beautifully and is a serious value. (2) 12x12 sheets for only $3.95.  The Glimmer Paper adds the perfect little extra 'kiss' to make your project POP!  I made Valentine's cards for my sweet downline team today and was so pleased with this paper.  I grabbed my small heart punch (117193 & it's only $5.95) and punched out those little pretties in a jiffy.  This is on my 'GOTTA HAVE' list, for sure. 

We'll be using the Glimmer Paper at the January Stamp Shoppe - be there or be square! Email me today (or by 1/20) so I can prep the supplies for you. 

January Stamp Shoppe

New year = New inspirations!  I'm really looking forward to the January Stamp Shoppe.  We've worked every last bit out of the holiday colors, prints and stamps; I know I'm ready for a change. 

January Stamp Shoppe Open Hours

Friday, January 21st: 6:30 to 9:30pm

or

Saturday, January 22nd: 10am to 1pm

The Stamp Shoppe gives you the opportunity to be creative with absolute ease.  Make (6) cards for $15 or FREE with a $20 order at the Shoppe. Everything is provided for you, I'll cut the paper/supplies.  Your job will be to stamp the images and pull all of the pieces together.  There's plenty of helping hands if you'd like guidance and there's plenty of time for you to work at your own pace.

We'll be using new products from the Occasions Mini Catalog that begins on January 4th.  If you haven't received your copy yet, email me today and I'll get that in the mail to you ASAP! 

This month's Stamp Shoppe offers versatile designs including (3) birthday cards, (1) Valentine's Day card and (2) that can be used for a variety of occasions. 

Stamp Shoppe Location: Trinity Communion Church in W. Irondequoit.
759 Winona Blvd. 14617

FREE Cards?  Bring a friend that hasn't stamped with me before & you'll make a 2nd set of cards for FREE!

RSVP today or by Thurs. Jan. 20th at noon so that I may prepare everything you'll need to have fun.

Click here to see additional project photos from the Stamp Shoppe.  I hope you can join us for the exciting kick off to a new year!

'My Digital Studio' Experiment

Years ago when I was asked to work on a website at work, I almost cried.  Okay, I did cry (many many times!) Sure, I can fix and build alot of things - I had a work bench right along side my dad's in the basement when I was 6 - but I simply did not have the knowledge or desire to work on websites.  html - what? 

Fast forward a few years and now I'm doing a bit better.  Through alot of trial and error, experimenting, tutorials, kind individuals taking pity on me and pure will, I can navigate my way around a website, email marketing and some photo-shop type things. My kids don't think I have a tech-savy bone in my body, but by golly, I can make things happen! 

Take a peak at what I did yesterday with the My Digital Studio program from Stampin' Up!



It started with a blank sheet of paper. I added a couple of pretty downloads, did some re-arranging, color changes and viola! 

I'm excited to show this to you because I think it's pretty (nice color, simple yet has a vintage flair) but also because there are a few exclusive sneak peeks of what's to come in the new Mini Occasions Catalog that will launch on Jan. 3rd!  Let's dig in...
There are only 3 components in the artwork.

The original black cage was changed to 'pear pizzazz' for a gentler feel.



ALERT!  These pretty little vintage adornments will be available in Rose Red (as shown), Very Vanilla & Baja Breeze in the new mini catalog.  This photo is the digital download picture if you can believe it, but the real life trinkets can accent any project with a mini glue dot!



The final touch was using a digital download of the Schoolbook Serif Alphabet font (wood block stamp set 113510).

Now that I've tackled this little ditty of a project, my wheels are turning about what to do next.  I think you may just be seeing some note cards coming to you via snail mail (my very favorite way to communicate) that features My Digital Studio creations.  Stay tuned!

Another thought... Learn more about what My Digital Studio can do for you!

'Filled with Love' Bundle Ideas - Round 1

I heart Valentine's Day! Now that we're in the thick of the Filled with Love promotion, I realized that I didn't have a thing on hand to spark excitement for you.

My friend, Kriss Huels designed and created a number of adorable cards featuring the super sassy components that come in the Filled with Love Bundle.  Thankfully, Kriss was willing to share her creative mojo so that I could share some inspiration with you!  Here we go...

Each card is featuring the Filled with Love stamp set (available in both wood & clear mount), the exclusive Love Patterns Designer Series Paper and Real Red, Pretty In Pink and/or Old Olive Card stock and classic ink. 

*Please note: The oh so pretty Love Patterns Paper is only availaible through this promo so get it while it's hot!

Please let me know if you have any questions about this sweet little deal and the free bitty buttons that come with the bundle.