Archives for December 2017

SNEAK PEEK: Sweet Little Somebunny Baby Card

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Super stinkin' cute "Sweet Little Somebunny" baby card idea from the new Stampin Up Sweet Little Somebunny stamp set. This adorable set is a 2-step stamp set that makes this realistic bunny image come to life, and it's super easy to use. It will be released in the 2018 Occasions catalog on January 3, along with Painted with Love Specialty DSP used on the background. The bunny was stamped, then cut out and layered over the Powder Pink oval cut from the Stitched Shapes dies, and a Delicate Doily. The words are cut from whisper white using the Petals and More dies.

VIDEO: How to use the new Stamparatus – Hinge Stamping and more

What you need to know about Stamparatus

I am super excited today, I just received my new Stampin Up Stamparatus positioning tool and I couldn't wait to play with it and share it with you. On today's live video, I'll share what you need to know about the Stamparatus:
  1. How to use it
  2. Features and Benefits
  3. How to Care for it
  4. How to get yours
  5. Extra Bar Magnets on Amazon
Scroll down for more details on the Stamparatus and how to get yours. I will be live on my Facebook Page at 2:30pm EST today (Friday) so you can ask questions. If you miss the live broadcast, you'll be able to catch the replay on both youtube and facebook.

SNEAK PEEK: Yay You Did It Congratulations Card

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"Yay, you did it" congratulations card idea from the new Stampin Up Yay You stamp set. This set will be coming out in the 2018 Stampin Up Occasions Catalog on January 3. The background paper comes from the new Bubbles & Fizz DSP collection that will be available for free during Sale-a-bration. The images are stamped on white, then cut with the Stitched shapes dies and layered (white and flirty flamingo).

SNEAK PEEK: Let the Good Times Roll Card

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Let the good times roll - roller coaster card from the new Stampin Up stamp set of the same name: Let the Good Times Roll Stamp Set and matching Thrill Ride dies. This fun amusement park themed set will be available in the new Occasions Catalog on January 3. The background paper is from the Bubbles & Fizz DSP that will be available for free during Sale-a-Bration.

SNEAK PEEK: Happy Birthday Card from Cake Soiree

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Today's beautiful birthday card share was created with the new Stampin Up Cake Soiree Suite in the 2018 Occasions Catalog. The "Happy Birthday" comes from the Cake Soiree stamp set, and cut from the Stitched Shapes die. the cake and flower are embossed in silver, these come from the Cake Soiree Embellishment kit. Lastly, the designer paper is from the coordinating Cake Soiree DSP collection.

SNEAK PEEK: Home is wherever I’m with you card from Cozy Cottage

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"Home is wherever I'm with you" card from the new Stampin Up Cozy Cottage Hostess Stamp Set. Cozy Cottage is a special edition stamp set that will be released with the new Occasions catalog and only available from January 3-May 31. You can choose this set free as a VIP club host, Frequent Buyer Points Redemption or when you place an order over $150 (single or combined with friends). The windows were colored with Watercolor Pencils for that "warm glow". The strip of designer paper is from the Bubbles & Fizz DSP collection. This designer paper will be available during SAB (Sale-a-bration).

SNEAK PEEK: Best Wishes Card from Happy Wishes stamps

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A beautiful "Best Wishes" card that works for so many occasions: birthday, wedding, graduation, new job, new home, etc. From the upcoming Stampin Up Happy Wishes stamp set (part of Sale-a-bration) and Cake Soiree stamp set in the Occasions Catalog. the background paper is the Petal Passion DSP.

SNEAK PEEK: Have a birthday brew card from the Bubble Over Stamp Set

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The new Stampin Up Bubble Over Stamp set and matching Bottles & Bubbles framelits dies bundles is one of my fast favorites in the upcoming Occasions Catalog. Just adorable as either soda/pop, root beer or brewed beer. This is layered over a panel of coordinating Bubbles & Fizz DSP that is part of the Sale-a-bration catalog.

SNEAK PEEK: Love You Card from Sale-a-Bration Party Panda Stamps

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This card is just a cute little bundle of love! These new Party Panda stamps from the upcoming Stampin Up Sale-a-bration are a huge hit. This card is great for birthdays, Valentine's Day, encouragement and even anniversaries. It's a great all occasion card idea. The panda is stamped on a circle cut from the Stitched Shapes dies, layered over a Delicate Doily. The tail of the blushing bride panel is punched with the Triple Banner Punch, and layered over the Bubbles & Fizz DSP that is also available free during Sale-a-bration.

ONLINE CLASS & VIDEO: Fun techniques featuring the Fortunate to Know You Stamp Set

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So exciting to be able to play with new toys and it isn't even Christmas .... yet. On today's online class I'll be using the new Stampin Up Fortunate to Know You "Fortune Cookie" stamp set to create these set of super stinkin' cute birthday cards. This set will be coming out in the new 2018 Occasions Catalog (available now from Demonstrators and Jan 3 for customers). We'll be doing several fun techniques on these cards. Techniques include:
  • Stampin' Blends blending & Shading
  • Masking
  • Background Sponging
Speaking of Christmas, I will be taking some time off next week to visit with family and spend some time with my son who's home from college. I don't have any scheduled live videos during the week. Linda and I will be back on December 30 with a live card swap from the new catalogs. Happy Holidays!

SNEAK PEEK: Sure Do Love You Valentine’s Day Card

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Today's card is a great Valentine's day card idea. It features the new Stampin Up Sure Do Love you stamp set and Sweet Cake framelits Dies. The vellum flowers are from the Sweet Soiree Embellishment kit. The background paper is from the Petal Passion DSP. All of these products are sneak peeks at what's coming in the Occasions Catalog on January 3.

SNEAK PEEK: Beautiful Friend Card from the Beautiful Peacock SAB Set

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A "Beautiful Friend" card from the upcoming Stampin Up Beautiful Peacock stamp set that will be available for free during Sale-a-bration. The peacock is stamped in Island Indigo and Pool Party ink on a panel cut from the Stitched Shapes Dies. Layered on a Delicate Doily and some DSP from the Petal Garden collection.

SNEAK PEEK: Happy Birthday Card from the Sale-a-Bration Happy Wishes Stamp Set

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Today's birthday card share is another beauty from the new (upcoming) Stampin Up Happy Wishes stamp set. This stamp set will be available free with qualifying orders during the Sale-a-bration event that is happening now for Demonstrators, and begins January 3 for customers. I can't get enough of it! I'm loving this color combo as well.

REVEAL: December Paper Pumpkin Kit Reveal and Contest

BACK IN PLAID KIT

{{SPOILER ALERT}} My December "Flora and Flutter" Paper Pumpkin kit has arrived and I opened it live on Facebook. The reveal and "how to" (or how no-to) video is below. I think my mailman had target practice at our snowman with my Paper Pumpkin kits lol. They looked like he was tossing them at him don't they? A subscription to Paper Pumpkin kits makes a great Christmas present. I will have my alternate project and video for this kit later in the month. I have a couple extra kits if you missed out this month and are one of the first to email me you may get lucky!

SALE! Up to 60% OFF – My Clearance Rack has just been updated – while supplies last

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Stampin' Up has just added new items to my Clearance Rack, save up to 60% Off! These items are limited, many are hard to find, and all are while supplies last. some will sell out quickly, the list below shows what was available as of this morning. Combine with my other offers and the Year End Sales.

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CLEARANCE RACK OFFERS

Note these are all limited supply offers, and while supplies last. Some will sell out quickly, what is pictured was available as of this morning but may be gone by this afternoon.

SNEAK PEEK: You Make Me Happy Card from Sale-a-Bration Happy Wishes

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Today's card share is a gorgeous "You make me so happy" card from the new (upcoming) Stampin Up Happy Wishes stamp set. This stamp set will be available free with qualifying orders during the Sale-a-bration event that is happening now for Demonstrators, and begins January 3 for customers. The background paper and embellishments are also new, they come from the Sweet Soiree Suite in the upcoming Occasions Catalog. Sweet Soirree Designer Series Paper and the Sweet Soiree Embellishment kit. Layered with a Delicate Lace Doily.

SNEAK PEEK: Fruit Basket You are the Sweetest Card

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This is such a fun from the new Tutti-Frutti Suite in the upcoming Stampin Up catalog Occasions Catalog. The Fruit Basket Stamp set & coordinating Itty Bitty Fruit Punch Pack, Tutti-Frutti Designer Paper and the matching sequin stick ons.

BLOG HOP & GIVEAWAY: How to make Photo Shaker Cards for New Years

PHOTO & BLOG HOP

Welcome to my Stamp It Demonstrator’s Group New Years Eve Theme Blog Hop. We’re all really excited to unveil our projects, and announce a new contest give-away (below). To continue on your journey through our projects, simply use the BLOG HOPPERS links below.   Are you running behind with your holiday / Christmas cards? Make these super cool Photo-Shaker cards for New Years instead. Wow your friends and family, and take some of the holiday stress off by sending them a little bit later. Created with the Stampin' Up Large Number die set, Foil Frenzy Specialty paper, Chapange (or Copper) Foil, and Sequins. They are surprisingly quick and easy to make. See my "how to" video below, and download the free pdf.

SNEAK PEEK: Lots of Lavender Love Card from Sale-a-Bration

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Today's card share is a beautiful creation from both of the upcoming Stampin Up catalogs (Occasions & Sale-a-bration). It combines the Lots of Lavender SAB stamp set with the new Sure Do Love You Bundle (stamps and dies) in the Occasions Catalog. The background is layered on some Sweet Soirée Designer Paper. The wisteria base is textured with the Layered Leaves dynamic folder. Loving these Glitter & Clear Epoxy Shapes.

SNEAK PEEK: Life is Better Card from Sale-a-Bration Lots of Lavender

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Life is so much better with you in it card comes from the new Stampin up Lots of Lavender stamp set. This stamp set is available free as a gift during Sale-a-bration. This beautiful card also features the new Sweet Soiree Specialty Designer Paper and Petals and more dies from the upcoming Occasions Catalog. Designed by Veronica  

The Stampin Scoop Show – Episode 45 – Greatest Hits Top 10 Retiring Products

THE STAMPIN SCOOP SHOW – Episode 45

Top 10 "Greatest Hits" of the Retiring Products - Season Finale December 12, 2017 Welcome to our "Greatest Hits" season finale of the Stampin' Scoop! We'll be recapping our Top 10 favorite products/suites from the retiring 2017 Stampin Up Holiday Catalog. We shared over 80 project ideas. You'll find them below, and on the video. We had lots of laughs working through a few camera issues in the beginning of our video, it's like a big blooper episode lol. You'll be happy to know we did work them out, but the laughs never end.

SALE & RETIRING LIST: Stampin Up Year End Sale Event Starts Today – While Supplies Last

SALE DETAILS

Dates: December 1 - January 2, 2018 or while supplies last
The countdown to year-end deals and discounts has begun! The Year-End Sales Event is our chance to do a little inventory cleaning—and your opportunity to take advantage of special year-end deals on retiring and surplus items.This promotion features a selection of items that are last-chance and limited-inventory, so be sure to place your order while supplies last!
  • Available to Customers & Demonstrators (demonstrators get additional demo discount on sale items).
  • No minimum purchase required.
  • Discounts apply to select items only.
  • Retiring items from the 2017 holiday catalog are available while supplies last.
  • Excess items from 2017 annual catalog are available in limited quantities at the promotional price.
  • Discounted items may be added to a Demo Starter Kit—or purchased with Stampin’ Rewards—at the promotional price.
  • Items and discounts may vary by market (depending on inventory levels).
  • Host sets can be purchased using only Stampin’ Rewards from a qualifying party.
  • Due to high demand for retiring stamps, we’ll keep producing retiring stamps until December 21 (not accessories—accessories are only while supplies last).
Here is a pdf of all the retiring items, this list contains all of the retiring and surplus items featured in the Year-End Sales Event. Retiring products will no longer be available for purchase after January 2, 2018. Check my online store for an up-to-date item list.

ONLINE CLASS & VIDEO: How to create a Tiny Treat Box Snowman Hot Cocoa Tower

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This is just the stinkin' cutest Tiny Treat Box Snowman Tower of Cocoa. He is created with 3 of Stampin' Up!'s Tiny Treat Boxes, each filled with a layer for the perfect cup of hot chocolate. 1 part Starlight mints, 1 part Hot Chocolate Cocoa powder and 1 part Mini Marshmallows. The spoon is attached with attached with the 7/8" Striped Ribbon in the Holiday Catalog (retiring), the ribbon has some wire in it to hold it's shape. The hat is created from a black knit glove that I found at Wal-Mart (2 pair pack really cheap - 4 gloves). I cut the fingers off to make the hat.

SNEAK PEEK: Fruit Basket Jackpot Slot Machine Card

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Jackpot!!! Today is your day fun slot machine card idea from the Stampin Up Tutti-Fruitt Suite that is coming out in the 2018 Occasions Catalog. The fruit is stamped with the Fruit Basket stamp set, then punched with the Itty Bitty Punch Pack. The "Today is your day" words and the balloons are from the Let the Good Times Roll bundle (stamp set and dies). Designed by Veronica

ONLINE CLASS & VIDEO: November 2017 Paper Pumpkin Kit, Alternate Card Set & Giveaway

NOVEMBER PAPER PUMPKIN KIT

On this live online class we’ll be making these flippin' adorable Holiday treat bags out of the stockings from the November Stampin Up Paper Pumpkin Kit. I love making alternate projects from these kits to share how versatile they are. I had fun combining ideas from my stamping friends to create this gift set of goody bags.