Carols of Christmas card in Night of Navy

At my team meeting we always make projects using new or upcoming products, and this month was no different! We made 4 cards, and this was one of them.

I loved the glitz of the Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper and Silver Ribbon combined with the Night of Navy cardstock. The greeting is so bold you don't really need much around it to make a great card!

Here is a video showing how I made it.

And here are the supplies I used:

July Paper Pumpkin Alternate Projects

I wanted to post these pictures before I forgot all about them! These products are so cute. I especially love them because I'm a big tea and coffee drinker myself. I mean, who isn't really?

So here is how the kit was intended to be used. A cute little card with a little teacup, and maybe even a little succulent inside. The two-step stamping was so easy with the photopolymer stamps. Just stamp the Early Espresso outline, and then stamp the Cucumber Crush on the inside!

For this card I added a little extra cardstock in Pumpkin Pie and Cucumber Crush behind it. Then I stamped the teacups and the sentiment, and popped them up with dimensionals. The little pennant on the side is made with the stickers that cam in the kit. I trimmed the orange one down a little after layering it on the gray, then added the bow clip. So cute and so easy!

I made this cute little gift pouch with a card base. I just trimmed it down, scored the top flap and the bottom fold, and closed up the sides with some snail. After that I just stamped the succulents, put the tea cup onto two punched circles, and attached that to a 1/2" wide strip of the Designer Series Paper to make a belly band. Doesn't it looks so nice with my favorite tea?

Now that we've made a little tea gift, it's time for coffee gift! I made this box by cutting down a card base again, doing a little scoring, and just folding it up to make a little box. After folding it, I added some of the included Designer Series Paper to the front and the little teacup saying Thanks a Latte. The coffee is in one of our gusseted bags that I tied shut with Whisper White Baker's Twine and added the little bow clip over it.

Aren't these little Project Life cards darling? I just love the little tea cup with water coloring behind it. I just took my Aqua Painter, swiped it through some Cucumber Crush ink, and painted it on the card and little tea tag. I did the same kind of thing to make my tea rings! I just tapped a plastic cup in my Early Espresso ink and pressed it onto to the card, then painted over it with the Aqua Painter. These little cards are sure to make any album very cheerful!

Thanks for stopping by to check out what I did with July's Paper Pumpkin Kit!

Happy Stamping,

Jessica

Sale-A-Bration is here!

What is Stampin' Up!'s Sale-A-Bration?

It's only the biggest sale of the year!!

There are THREE AWESOME BENEFITS during Sale-A-Bration - January 6 through March 31, 2015.

1. FREE gift with every $50 spent, no limit!!  Spend $100 get two, and so on!

2. TWO FREE GIFTS when you purchase the Starter Kit!!  Or, you can choose one project kit from the Occasions Catalog!  The kit is $99 and you choose $125 in ANY current merchandise you want!

3. $25 MORE in FREE merchandise when you host a qualifying party!

Don't delay!!  Book your home party with me now!  I will come do all of the work, you get the benefits!  Plus, you and your friends get to make some cute projects!  I have many different types of parties to choose from.  Free parties, private classes brought to you, memory keeping class, and more!  Ask me for more info!

And, if you are thinking about getting the Starter Kit, GET IT NOW so you can take full advantage of Sale-A-Bration as a demonstrator - discount, earning extra income, and more!

Here are some samples from the Sale-A-Bration Set, Lotus Blossom.  Most are inspired from Pinterest!

September Stamp of the Month!

It's time for the new Stamp of the Month! Cheerful Christmas!

I love this set. It coordinates with the Nordic Noel Designers Series Paper,  Nordic Designer Buttons, and looks adorable with the Holiday Home set.

Have you heard about my Stamp-of-the-Month club? Here's a little summary about how it works...

You'll Love Stamp-of-The Month Classes

• Stamp Set of the Month: A brand new Clear Mount stamp set valued between $16.95-$19.95
• Class Kits Include—A featured stamp set and hand stamped, completed projects to inspire you! The number of projects may vary. Envelopes are always included for cards. Plus, you'll get a full color photo and list of supplies for each project (including measurements) so you can use your own cardstock and supplies to duplicate the cards at home.
• Local Classes—If you're in the area, you can attend my local monthly class time. We'll make the projects in the kit, using my ink, punches and Big Shot! It is the last Saturday afternoon of the month, the same time every month, making it easy to write on the calendar.
• Class-To-Go Kits—If you're not in my area, or can't make it to the class, order a Class-To-Go Kit and make the projects on your own, at your convenience! Just add $5.00 for shipping and your kit will come to your door. For US residents only.
• Easily Build Your Collection—Along with the featured set, you'll often get additional tools or accessories that can be used on future projects.
• It's A Great Value—Stamp of the Month costs $25/month. Each month you get a brand new Clear Mount stamp set, plus the class projects on top of that! It is not a club, just a monthly kit that you can opt in to each month. But, when you participate in 4 consecutive months, you'll get $5 off the 5th month! Wow!
• Class Options—You'll often have an option to upgrade to include more coordinating products at a discounted price! And, if you're a demonstrator, you can purchase the class cards only!
• Substitutions—If you already have some of the products in the kit, or need some of the supplies listed for the projects, such as ink or clear blocks, let me know and I'll adjust the price accordingly.
• Stamp of the Month orders do not count toward other classes, clubs or event orders. 

Want to get this months Stamp of the Month? Just fill out the contact form on the left with "Stamp of the month Club" in the comments and I will email you what to do next! Easy!

Perfect Peacock Birthday

I went to our monthly group meeting last night, where we always have a swap. I thought I'd share with you what I made!

I just love the Perfect Peacock stamp set! However,  I was out of whisper white card stock to stamp and color the whole image on. Sigh.... So, I had to get creative! **enter sarcastic "oh, darn!" here**

So, I used crumb cake for my base, and stamped the image in black. I stamped it again on white scraps I had laying around and colored it in with my Blendabilities markers. Then I punched it out with the 2 1/2" circle punch. I carefully lined the image up over the uncolored one on crumb cake, and stuck it on with dimensionals. That created a bright focal point, which we call the Spotlighting Technique. I then used the sentiment from Apothecary Art, punched the edges with the Banner punch, and added rhinestones for some bling.
Ta da! A beautiful card!

August Stamping Updates!

Big Shot Special!

If you're anything like us, 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 below (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. 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.

Bundle	Item Number	Stamp Set	Framelit	Discounted Price
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle WM	138920	Sumthin' Sumthin'	Word Bubbles	$33.75
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle CM	138923	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

Holiday Carry over Items!

The Holiday Carryover List is available right now for demonstrators and customers. It RETIRES on Aug 27. None of the holiday carryover made it into the new holiday catalog...so when it is gone... it is gone! Be sure to check out what is available and let me know if you want anything pronto! Order now my friends!! Tell everyone!

Tax Free Weekend!
In honor of Tax Free Weekend, Stampin' Up! is offering the items in this link TAX FREE**! There will be shipping, but think of the savings! Stock up now! All orders have to be placed online through my store Aug. 8-10 to be tax-free! Not only is there no tax that weekend, but I'm doing a MYSTERY HOSTESS, so be sure to use the hostess code UCKNN6DD when you place your order online to be included! Once the order reaches $150.00 I will select the hostess from the ones that ordered, and that person will receive the FREE Hostess Benefits! WOOHOO, tax free and at least $25 in free merchandise!
** There is a $100 sales limit on the items listed. Tax free is only on items listed, no other items in the catalog are included. You may order other items during the same order and will only be charged tax for those items.

Half Off Paper Pumpkin!

Use the code HALFOFF2 to join Paper Pumpkin before September 10, 2014, and get 50% off the first two months! After that, keep the creativity coming for only $19.95+ tax per month (shipping included). It's like getting a Christmas gift every month!

The Fine Print: For new subscribers only. Available for month-to-month subscriptions, not prepaid subscriptions. Discount applied to one kit per month for the first two months of a new subscription. After the first two months, the price for each month's kit will go to the regular price: $19.95. Visit MyPaperPumpkin.com to join, enter my name in the Demonstrator box. Enter the Promo Code, "HALFOFF2" when you sign up. New subscribers must join by Wednesday, September 10, 2014; 11:50 PM (MT).

NEW Stamp of the Month Club!

Build you stamp collection with a new stamp set every month!

Have you heard about my Stamp of the Month club? Here's a little summary about how they work...

You'll Love Stamp-of-The Month Club

• Stamp Set of the Month: A Clear Mount stamp set valued between $16.95-$19.95
• Class Kits Include: A featured stamp set, coordinating products, and completed projects to inspire you! The number of projects may vary. Envelopes are always included for cards. Plus, you'll get a full color photo and list of supplies for each project (including measurements) so you can use your own cardstock and supplies to duplicate the cards at home.
• Local Classes: If you're in the area, you can attend my local monthly class time. We'll make the projects in the kit, using my ink, punches and Big Shot! It is the second Saturday afternoon of the month, the same time every month, making it easy to write on the calendar.
• Class-To-Go Kits: If you're not in my area, or can't make it to the class, order a Class-To-Go Kit and make the projects on your own, at your convenience! Just add $5.00 for shipping and your kit will come to your door. For US residents only.
• Easily Build Your Collection: Along with the featured set, you'll often get additional tools or accessories that can be used on future projects.
• It's A Great Value: Stamp of the Month costs $25/month. Each month you get a brand new Clear Mount stamp set, plus the class projects on top of that! Just opt-in before the specified time each month, and there you go! You will not be locked in for months. But, when you participate in 4 consecutive months, you'll get $5 off the 5th month! Wow!
• Class Options: You'll often have an option to upgrade to include more coordinating products at a discounted price! And, if you're a demonstrator, you can purchase the class cards only!
• Substitutions: If you already have some of the products in the kit, or need some of the supplies listed for the projects, such as ink or clear blocks, let me know and I'll adjust the price accordingly.

All Blendabilities Markers are now Available!

The much anticipated alcohol based markers are here! No more waiting for the color you want! If you like Copic markers, you will LOVE these. They are awesome! Be sure to check them out!

~ 4 cards for $10 Class~
Monday & Tuesday, August 18 & 19, 7-9pm

Have a great time growing your card stash at this monthly class! You'll make 4 different cards and learn a cool technique (or two!) while playing with some of the latest "toys" we have to offer. Not only that, but you can make them for FREE with a $15.00 order placed that night. How cool is that, growing your stamping supplies and card stash!
The class is the same both nights, so sign up for the day that works best for you. Bring a new friend and get an extra set of cards for FREE!

RSVP by August 15, by call, text or email. Bring adhesive, scissors and bone folder.

Stamp A Stack!

Everyone loves to receive Christmas cards, especially hand stamped ones! So sign up to hand stamp your own Christmas cards! You can never start too early! And if you come to all four classes and you will have 40 cards to send to your special people!

What: 10 cards (5 ea. of 2 designs)
When: SATURDAY, August 30, 10am-12pm
Cost: $20 w/ envelopes or FREE with a $30 order!

RSVP by September 27, by call, text, or email. Bring adhesive, scissors and bone folder.

Catalog Tabs!

With every new catalog I find that I want tabs on it to make it even easier to find what I'm looking for. So I made some and thought you might want some too!

 I made them for all the categories in the catalog, but you can just punch and use the ones you want if you don't want them all.Just use the link below to download the PDF and print them on regular printer paper. After punching with the 1 1/4" Circle Punch, just fold them in half and put them on with SNAIL or Fast Fuse. Easy and done!

Download your labels here!

Greeting You Card Kit Refashions

Hey there! So I went to an event my upline put on and she used the Greeting You Card Kit
and the Gold Soiree Designer Series Paper for some of our projects. This kit used just as it was intended is adorable; I love the envelopes! And the DSP is beautiful with the gold on it. But check out what me made with it!

Isn't this bag adorable? We used the cards and tag from the kit, cutting it at the score marks and then layering them. The tag we stamped and punched a hole in it so we could tie it to the bag. I just love the DSP on the back ground. It's cut to the exact size of the front of the bag, and then the adhesive is applied to the very edges so the corners don't roll up. The Silicone Craft Sheet made it very easy to do that without making a mess all over the table.

The envelopes in use! But not as regular envelopes, they are a brag book! They are stapled together with a heavy duty stapler, it was too thick for a regular one.  Then we used the DSP on the pages and different cute stamps throughout. I love it and can't wait to put some pictures in it. 

Isn't this one pretty? I love the gold accents and the thin strip of DSP. Sometimes less really is more.

How cute is this one?! I'm beginning to really like large sentiment stamps. All you need is a printed background, a solid color to stamp on, and you're done!

That sentiment cracks me up. What a great way to say someone is awesome and appreciated. And he sequin stamp is adorable! A little bit of metallic embossing powder and you would have sequins that won't go anywhere!

Ahh, Blackberry Bliss and gold, what a beautiful combination. The DSP made this card, in my opinion. That is one great thin about DSP, it is an easy, pretty background in seconds!

Blendabilites are available!

You read that right! Customers can now get a select amount of our wonderful new Blendabilites.

Here are the ones that are available:

• Cherry Cobbler   (Item #130995 - $11.95)

• Coastal Cabana  (Item #131000 - $11.95)

• Daffodil Delight   (Item #130998 - $11.95)

• Old Olive   (Item #130999 - $11.95)

• Pumpkin Pie  (Item #130997 - $11.95)

• Rich Razzleberry  (Item #131003 - $11.95)

• Skin Tone Assortment (Item #129370 - $22.95)

• Memento Ink Pad (Item 132708 - $5.95 )

• Memento Ink Refill (Item 133456 - $4.95 )

• Color Lifter  (Item 129369 - $4.95 )

The remaining colors will be available August 1:

• Night of Navy  (Item 131001 - $11.95 )

• Wisteria Wonder (Item 131002 - $11.95 )

• Calypso Coral   (Item 130996 - $11.95 )

• Melon Mambo   (Item 130994 - $11.95 )

• Crumb Cake  (Item 131004 - $11.95 )

• Smokey Slate  (Item 131005 - $11.95 )

What makes them so great you ask? Here are just a few things that sets them apart from the competition:

• The Stampin' Up! rectangular barrel keeps your markers from rolling away!

• Flat storage helps to maintain the life of each marker.

• Each marker comes with a tip on each end: brush and fine. 

• Marker tips are made of nylon, which is superior to polyester which can fray.

• Color coded caps.

• Stampin' Up! markers coordinate wonderfully with our cardstock, and can be used with transparent sheets.

• Three markers come in each pack; light, medium, and dark. The skin tones set comes with six for even more possibilities!

• They are alcohol based. which makes them colorfast and allows them to blend beautifully.

• You can use them on anything! Rhinestones, buttons, pearls, cotton ribbon, window sheets, and much more! 

Here is a video provided by Stampin' Up! to show you how to use them:

Another card class come and gone

Whew! What a great class! We had such a great time stamping these cards.

Every now and then something happens and you need a sympathy card.  We used the Thoughts & Prayers (Wood) set for a nice image and sentiment and the Deco Labels Framelits dies to cut them out.

See ya later, Alligator! This cute card is made with three shades of green, embossed with chevrons, for a nice ombre effect. Come back later for a tutorial on how I did it! The stamp set is one of the free gifts you can get with any $50 purchase made during Sale-A-Bration, which goes from Jan. 28th through March 31.

 This card sure made me happy! Not only do I love gray and yellow (shocker, huh?), but the card uses part of the song we sang to our oldest when she was a baby. Paired with polka dot embossing and clouds made with the Cupcake punch, it doesn't get much cuter!

This pretty birthday card features banners, great colors and patterns, and a sweet message from the Another Great Year (Wood) set that just released in the Occasions catalog. I just love that Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffle Ribbon, don't you?

Be sure to check in next month for our latest card class projects! Class is Feb. 24 & 25 if you want to join us!

Happy Stamping!

Magnetic Platform is back!

It's back! After being overwhelmed with orders for the new platform, Stampin' Up! has a full shipment of them to take care of the demand!

 

Now, you may be thinking "what's the big deal about this platform?". The Magnetic Platform is used with the Framelits, Edgelits, Thinlits and Holiday Catalog dies; and holds them in place on your card stock so that you can die cut your stamped images without the dies moving around! You still have to use your cutting plates just like you do with the traditional platform, but no more sticky notes to keep things still. It's awesome!

If you want to get your platform, just go to my online store (on the left) to get your order in! Order by Sept 18th, and be sure you use hostess code PUWPJTD9 before you add items to your cart, and I will select a surprise hostess from among those that ordered! That's at least $25 worth of free product if you are our surprise hostess! Orders for the platform placed after that date with not enter you into the hostess drawing, but will get you the ever-so-wonderful platform.

Don't miss out!