Sing along with me..."Puff, the Magic Dragon, lived by the sea...". Breaking out my Stinkin' Cute-o-meterout for this super cutey. This dragon is perfect for a child's birthday invitation or birthday card. Heck I know a few adults who'd flip for him. Created mostly from Stampin' Up punches, he is super easy to make. Be sure to download the inspiration sheet below for the listing of punches and pieces to create Puff.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: Puff the Magic Dragon
March 9, 2011 by
Sing along with me..."Puff, the Magic Dragon, lived by the sea...". Breaking out my Stinkin' Cute-o-meterout for this super cutey. This dragon is perfect for a child's birthday invitation or birthday card. Heck I know a few adults who'd flip for him. Created mostly from Stampin' Up punches, he is super easy to make. Be sure to download the inspiration sheet below for the listing of punches and pieces to create Puff.
Vintage Springtime Matchbox Messages
March 8, 2011 by
I love the beautiful designs and colors in the Springtime Vintage designer series paper (121782) in the 2011 Occasions mini catalog. It looks so pretty with everything. This gorgeous card uses the several different of the designs from the paper set. The stamp set is Matchbox Messages 113800. Also from the Occasions mini catalog: Always Artichoke Seam Binding ribbon (121000) and and the Fun Flowers Bigz L die (121812) for the Big Shot die cut machine.
Greetings, Earthling Kid fun
March 4, 2011 by
This is such a fun card idea for kids. It uses the Greetings, Earthling alien/martian stamp set (113810). Stamp the characters in basic black, and leave them to be colored by the child. Attach 2 crayons with a ribbon and a glue dot. Who wouldn't love this darling card? It would make a fun birthday invitation as well. The Top note die (113463) for the Big shot adds the perfect touch.
Eat Chocolate – Hershey treat
February 27, 2011 by
Yummy treats! Today's project is a super fun and easy Hershey chocolatey treat. The main "characters" (products) used on this goody gift are all found in 2011 Occasions mini catalog, well aside from the Hershey bar that is.
The stamp set is called Eat Chocolate (121931 wood, 122006 clear mount), Springtime Vintage Designer Paper (121782), Decorative Label Punch (120907) and from the main Idea book and catalog the Pinking Hearts border punch (117649) and Pretty in Pink Taffeta ribbon (109067).
Bring on Spring
February 24, 2011 by
Bring on spring! Today I'm sharing some fresh springtime samples from the 2011 Occasions mini catalog.
This first card is so gogeous and pretty. It uses the Easter Blooms stamp set (121905 wood, 122057 clear mount). The main panel shape was created using the Big Shot Top Note die (113463)...did you know this die is exclusive to Stampin' Up? It's a staple in any sizzx collection. Punches: Scallop Oval XL (119856) & Oval XL - 2"x1 3/8" (119859).
The Sew Suite Life
February 23, 2011 by
Today's projects are from the 2011 Occasions mini catalog "Oh Sew Suite" section.
First is an adorable sew kit box. Using the coordinating Sew Suite stamp set (121933 wood, 122009 clear mount) and Sweet Stitches designer paper (121781).
Presto Fun Flowers Wow
February 22, 2011 by
Today's project sample was a swap from a recent Stampin' Up event. This was one of the cards that make you go WOW, it really stood out from the crowd. The flower was created with the Fun Flowers Bigz L Die (121812) and the Little Leaves Sizzlit Die (114511). First Edition Specialty Designer Paper (121878) in the flower, and Beautiful Wings Embosslit die (118138) for the butterfly.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: Blossom Petal Punch WOW
February 21, 2011 by
Today's video tutorial is my new favorite card! Beautiful, simple and elegant...and very stinkin' cool. Both color and texture make this flower "pop" when it meets your eye. Using some new products found in Stampin' Up's 2011 Occasions Mini catalog (Blossom Petal Punch, Framed Tulips folder & You're a Gem stamp set) and Concord Crush from the 2011 In Color Collection. I designed this for my stamp club this month. This card is one of the rare club projects that I share on my public blog.
A message from Shelli Gardner (CEO & Co-Founder)
February 18, 2011 by
Stampin’ Up! cofounder and CEO Shelli Gardner shares her passion for creativity and discusses the exclusive coordinated products that Stampin’ Up! offers to help you explore your own creativity.
Stampin’ Up! provides many opportunities for you to discover your creativity, share your love of stamping and paper crafting, and earn… Read More
My Digital Studio – MDS Downloads
February 17, 2011 by
This week’s MDS downloads include butterfly shapes, polystitched ribbon, Nursery designer paper and embellishments along with some super cute stamp sets!
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View our complete list of My Digital Studio download offerings, click… Read More
What a gorgeous view
February 17, 2011 by
Today's samples are just plain gorgeous "eye candy" cards. Vintage, elegant, stand outs from a crowd. These were swaps from a recent Stampin' Up event.
The first card was created with the Build a Cupcake punch (121807) and Springtime Vintage Designer Paper (121782). The blue card below also uses Springtime Vintage Designer Paper (121782) along with the Bring on the Cake stamp set (121889 wood, 121958 clear mount) and Vanilla Rosettes (118774). All of these products are found in the 2011 Occasions mini catalog.
Thinking outside the box
February 16, 2011 by
I recently attended Stampin' Up's Leadership event and came back with so many fantastic ideas! Today I'm sharing a couple of swaps that were "outside the box" and pretty stinkin' cool!
The first is a decorated bag. On it is the stinkin' cutest penguin made from the Big Shot: Circles #2 (114526) & Ovals (114525) Dies. Punches: Modern Label (119849) and Ornament (119847). Extras include: Square Lattice (119976) & Perfect Polka Dots (117335) Impressions Folders. Glimmer Brads in Brights (121006).
2011 SALE-A-BRATION is here! FREE STAMPS!!
February 10, 2011 by
STAMPIN' UP! SALE A BRATION:
Our biggest sales event of the year--Sale-A-Bration--is here! This year we've got four great Sale-A-Bration sets for you to choose from--as well as a Designer Series Paper & Quick Accents pack, a Ribbon & Button pack, digital downloads, and Décor Elements!
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There are three ways for you to earn free products:
Spend: You will receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $50 they spend (before tax and shipping)!
- $50 = 1 FREE PRODUCT + 2 FBP*
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- $150 = 3 FREE PRODUCTS + 6 FBP* + FREE LEVEL 1 HOSTESS SET + $15 FREE STAMPS
- *Earn unlimited SAB sets and Frequent Buyer Points. Frequent Buyer Points (FBP) only apply to orders place with me and may redeemed for more free stamps! Click here for more info on FBP >
My Digital Studio (MDS) Catalog!
February 10, 2011 by
YIPPEEE!! Have you been trying to losing track of all of the MDS downloads that come out each week? Stampin' Up to the rescue. SU has released a MY DIGITAL STUDIO (MDS) CATALOG PDF. It includes all of the MDS software artwork (contained in the boxed-version) and downloads from the October 2009 launch through January 2011! The catalog gives a snapshot of the entire product line with artwork thumbnails followed by product details. Because MDS is regularly coming out with new artwork, the catalog will be updated every month and available to you and your customers on mydigitialstudio.net in the Resources section.
Punch Bunch SAB Stamp Set Ideas
February 9, 2011 by
Continuing on my Sale A Bration (SAB) sample series. Today’s post is the Punch Bunch (121847 wood, 123211 clear mount) SAB Stamp Set. This is a really fun stamp set, and it matches Stampin' Up's punch collection. These samples are from the SU Leadership event in Nashville in January.
This versitle and fun set is only available for a limited time, and it’s only available free during SAB!
MDS Downloads Feb Part 1 and 2
February 9, 2011 by
New My Digital Studio (MDS) software downloads are here–and more including many exclusive to MDS! These can also be used outside of the MDS software in other programs such as Photoshop.
So Happy for You SAB Stamp Set Ideas
February 8, 2011 by
Continuing on my Sale A Bration (SAB) sample series. Today's post is the So Happy For You (121853 wood, 123220 clear mount) SAB Stamp Set. The possibilities for this set are endless. The combination of fun words, and images make this set a perfect addition to any project. These samples are from the SU Leadership event in Nashville in January.
This versitle and fun set is only available for a limited time, and it's only available free during SAB!
Bliss SAB Stamp Set Ideas
February 8, 2011 by
It's Sale A Bration (SAB) time at Stampin' Up! The biggest time of the year. Free ;special edition' stamps with every $50 your order (unlimted). Today I'm focusing on the Bliss (121851 wood, 123217 clear mount) SAB Stamp Set. These samples are from the SU Leadership event in Nashville in January.
This gorgeous set is only available for a limited time, and it's only available free during SAB!
VIDEO TUTORIAL: The Never Ending Card
February 4, 2011 by
You are going to FLIP, literally, for this amazing "never ending" infinity card. Fold it once, and you just can't stop...keeping flipping and try to find the end. It's many cards in one. But this beauty is not just a card, it's a game, it's a toy...it's entertainment. You'll find once you start, it's hard to stop playing with it. Hours of entertainment in one cool card. This video shows how to put together the base, and then you'll be able to decorate to your hearts desire.
For decorating, Stampin' Up!'s double sided designer papers work fantastic for coordinating patterns. Click below for video tutorials, template, instructions, photos and supply list in a downloadable/printable sheet.
Jan Demo Meeting – Part 2
February 1, 2011 by
At our January Team Stamp It demonstrator meeting, Linda Cullen taught us how to shade using Stampin' Up!'s Stampin' Write Markers. It was so super cool, using the "A Slice of Life" hostess stamp set (121895 wood, 121952 clear mount) from the Occasions mini catalog we shaded so beautifully the images popped right off the card.
Jan Demo Meeting – Part 1
February 1, 2011 by
I love our group demonstrator meetings, we have a great group of diverse demonstrators and it's always fun. The super cool projects and swaps are always a highlight. Here are a pics from the meeting, the gals doing make and takes and some the shares which are perfect for Valentine's Day coming up. Ellen Quinton made these love owls, using the Owl Punch, and the treat boxes. Fabulous!
Want to join our group? There is an incredible special going on right now for Sale A Bration, click here and find out how to get 15% off the demo kit plus $50 bonus free >
Leadership – Petal Cone Coolness
January 28, 2011 by
Today's Leadership memories are kind of a "Mommy brag". 2 of my demonstrators Liz Miller and Oksana Semenska both promoted to Sr. Supervisor recently, and I'm so very proud of them (I just want to put a bumper sticker on the back of car announcing my "honor students" lol). They both got to walk across stage at Leadership, it was 
such an exciting time! This first picture is of Liz, Shelli Gardner (CEO & Co-Founder of Stampin' Up!), Oksana and myself. Below are some shots of us hanging, Liz & I with free stamps and Liz on stage. Another special part I love about SU events is visiting with my friends, Liz lives in California, Oksana lives in Florida and since I'm in Boston we don't get to see each other in person often.
Leadership – Advisory Board Breakfast
January 28, 2011 by
Here are some more pictures from Stampin' Up!'s Leadership event in Nashville. Today's memories and cool ideas are from our Advisory Board breakfast. This is a tradition where SU's AB alumni gather with the corporate team and visit. This particular day was a beautiful memory, the restaurant was in the Opryland and it was breathtaking in and of itself. The tables were set just perfectly. And we special gift, a stamp set 
that isn't coming out until Spring! How exciting. I can't show the actual set yet, but I did include a picture of the gorgeous package it came in using the Out West Stamp Set (#117052 wood, 120543 clear mount).
MDS new downloads – Chocolate Bunny
January 27, 2011 by
New My Digital Studio (MDS) software downloads are here–and more are on the way for the month of January! These can also be used outside of the MDS software in other programs such as Photoshop.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: Heart Card and Clear Mount Stamps
January 21, 2011 by
Today's video project is a versatile card, perfect for Valentine's Day, and also works for birthdays, wedding or sympathy. It features a cool masking technique using the heart punch. I love working with vellum, it's so elegant. And the paper piercing tool accompanied with the mat pack template give the corners a perfect touch.
BONUS: I'm including a quick tutorial on how use the Stampin' Up! clear mount stamps. Card designed by my downline Linda Cullen.
