John Deere Tractor Card

I can’t stand how stinkin’ cute this card is!!! I got this at convention and it just blew me away. This was created by Phylllis Garner (thanks Phyllis), it was one of my very last swaps on the last day, and boy am I glad I was in the right… Read More

A dedication to my SAM – Beth

Success doesn’t come alone, it takes hard work, dedication and support. For me, I could never have met my goals and soar beyond my dreams with Stampin’ Up had it not been for my family, my husband, my customers & downline AND my Service Account Manager (SAM for short), Beth… Read More

Back to school papercrafted backpack

I’m in love with this super cute backpack holder! This was made by Catherine Sodano, she created it out of rich razzleberry designer paper, polka dot ribbon and card stock. the top has a velcro hinge. It’s embellished with the Stampin’ Up pretties kit flowers and pearls.   How cute would… Read More

Stampin Up Convention Pictures!

Yipppeee!! I finally have some more pics to share from convention, this one to the left is one of my favorites. This is part of my group (myself, Sharon, Liz, Judy & Sue) that went to the Stampin’ Up Home office in Riverton. This photo is outside the home office.… Read More

Convention Swap Samples

2009-08 Convention Swaps Part 1 One of my favorite parts of any Stampin’ Up event is swapping!! I love to swap stamping ideas. I am often asked at club and classes how I come up with ideas for projects, my #1 answer is swaps. I brought over 100 swaps to… Read More

NEW Exclusive Video Tutorials for Stamp Club members

get free stamps & more!  AVAILABLE TO BOTH LOCAL & ONLINE CUSTOMERS When your wish list is longer than your grocery list, this is a terrific way to budget your purchases over a 12 month period AND receive hostess benefits!  By purchasing $15 of product a month for 12 months,… Read More

Stampin’ Up Annual Awards night news

When we first came to Stampin’ Up’s annual convention a couple of days ago, I was informed that I’d earned an award called the Founder’s Circle. They don’t tell you why you earned it until Awards Night. The Founder’s Circle awards are the company’s highest honor, consisting of a Top… Read More

Team Stamp It Convention Tags – Gifts

I always like to do something special for the demonstrators in my group (Team Stamp It!) at Stampin’ Up events. Tonight we are going out to dinner at the Macaroni Grill, I can’t wait!! Stampin’ Up always gives us a super cool tote at convention, so I made each of… Read More

Convention Day 1 News and Pictures

2009 Stampin’ Up Convention – Day 1 Today was the “official” beginning of the Stampin’ Up Convention here in Salt Lake City. This morning we had a general session that was incredible! Stampin’ Up has partnered with Build a Bear Workshops and we are coming out with a whole line… Read More

Inspired by Hawaii, Sunsets and Surfer Dudes

I love this card, and this technique. Believe it or not, the main panel is all 1 piece of Whisper White card stock. A little masking, brayering and embossing later it was transformed into this super cool “sunset over the ocean” and the silouhette of a surfer. This card reminds… Read More

Convention: Check In Day Fun

Hello from Salt Lake City, UT and Stampin’ Up’s 2009 convention!! Today was AWESOME!!! We had an amazing day, and convention doesn’t officially start until tomorrow. We checked in, got our super cool reversable SU tote bags and I was told I earned Founder’s Circle!!! I don’t know what I… Read More

Cool Beware, Pirates card and tutorial

This card got a “WHOA THAT’S COOL” out of my boys, and that’s a pretty big stampin’ deal lol! They even copied it on their own (without the flame), which tells me they really like it. I created this to trade while I’m, here at Stampin’ Up’s convention in Salt… Read More

Beware Pirates! Arrrrr

I’m heading off to Stampin’ Up!’s annual convention in Salt Lake City, UT today!! I’m so excited, I can hardly wait. This is one of the swap cards I made to trade. It is the Beware Pirates stamp set, and Extreme Elements (background). I used the color spritzer tool with… Read More

Simple Birthday Thanks Cupcake 4 U

Here’s another fantastic sample from the super talented, Anita Kurtz! Anita used the Stampin’ Up Simple Birthday Thanks stamp set for the cupcake. The designer paper is Razzleberry Lemonade. Accessories include Stampin’ Up Trio Flower, Large Oval & Scallop Oval punches and Dazzling Diamonds Glitter. She gave the cupcake and… Read More

Thats Funny – Silly Cards

Don’t you just love a funny card? Sometimes the occasion just calls for a little laughter, and the stamp set “That’s Funny” is just too cute. From “Complimentary Peanuts” that tell you “you’re amazing…” to I’m really lucky to have a friend like you…since I tend to scare other people… Read More

Who says stamping is just for girls?

“It’s fun to have a mom that stamps” says my oldest son today “because then you get to try out all of the new stuff!!” My heart just melted. My boys were so jazzed to see the new “extreme” collection of stamps in the new Stampin’ Up catalog on page… Read More

Stampin’ Up Color Combinations

Do you want some help finding a great color combination with the new (or old) Stampin’ Up in colors? A customer just forwarded me this cool page, you pick any Stampin’ Up color and it will give you a listing of great combos. It’s very cool, you’ll have lots of… Read More

Breathtaking Kind and Caring Thoughts

Today I’m welcoming my downline, Team Stamp It member, Anita Kurtz as my guest blogger.  Anita says: “It took awhile, but this finally came together. I needed something a little more special for someone incredible. I hope this fits!” Stamps: Kind and Caring Thoughts Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Cottage… Read More

Made to Last

I think the new Stampin’ Up “Made to Last” stamp set featuring the jean pocket is just the cutest dang set! I couldn’t wait to use it. This card is from my July stamp club projects. It’s actually a “3-step” stamp on the pocket: 1) the denim material 2) the… Read More

Razzle Dazzle Cracked Glass

I’m excited to introduce a guest blogger today, Liz Miller! Liz has been a member of Team Stamp It (my SU group) for over 4 years! She is always inspiring me with great ideas. This card was created with the new Stampin’ Up stamp set, Razzle Dazzle. The technique is… Read More

Kind and Caring Thoughts

Today’s blog post is from guest blogger, Lisa Humes. Lisa is a Team Stamp It (my SU group) member, and very talented stamper. This photo doesn’t do it justice, when you see it in person, it’s a real WOW card! She used the Kind and Caring Thoughts hostess stamp set… Read More

Wings of Friendship cards

I am in love with this stamp set. It’s brand new from Stampin’ Up, called Wings of Friendship. It’s so elegant and pretty. These two cards were made by gals in my team (Stamp It – click here for more info on my team and how to join on sale>).… Read More

More cool display samples

New England Stampin’ Up Demonstrator Extravaganza – part 9 Can you believe all of these awesome ideas from the Demo Extravaganza are still coming?! That’s how incredible this event was. And the displays were just a small part of the event. We will be doing this again, if you’d like… Read More

On a Pedestal Candy Shoppe card

Here is a super cutie-patootie card that I created for stamp club this month. It uses the brand new Stampin’ Up On A Pedestal Stamp Set, Razzleberry Lemonade designer paper, and Melon Mambo polka dot ribbon. The cupcake is colored with stampin’ write markers directly on the rubber, then stamped… Read More

Lots of Bots – Happy Birthday Human

I just love this stamp set! It’s brand new, in the 2009-2010 Stampin’ Up! Idea Book & Catalog, called Lots of Bots. The robots are the cutest dang things and I’ve been having a lot of fun playing with them. For this card, I colored the robot and background with… Read More

Let freedom ring! Courage, Hero, Service and Sacrifice

Let freedom ring! It’s the 4th of July here in America and we are getting ready for a festive day with friends, family and fireworks! Many of my customers are in, or have close family members in the service. I would like to take a moment to say Thank You … Read More

Stampin’ Up Inventory Charts and In Color Combos

Below are just a few of the resources you can find in my Catalog and Resource section of my website. You can access this section by clicking the SHOP ON LINE tab above, or by clicking here > In Color Combination Chart > In Color Club > Stampin’ Up! Inventory… Read More

Happy Independence Day – Uncle Sam Card

Isn’t this the cutest 4th of July card? This was created by my downline, Liz Miller. She sahred this with my demo group, and I just went crazy over it and HAD to share it with you!!! She made the Uncle Sam with SU punches. Kraft naturals , More Mustard,… Read More

Kind & Caring Thoughts – Look here pop up card

I am in LOVE!! In the new Stampin’ Up Idea Book and Catalog there is a pop up die called “Look Here”, it turns any card into a Pop Up 3-D gift card holder!! It has these cool arrows that point to the gift card, when you open up the… Read More

Sneak Peek – Lots of Bots super cutie

With the release of the new Stampin’ Up catalog, and all of the excitement surrounding it (including the big party tomorrow) I am teasing y’all with a brand new stamp set coming out July 1. This is called Lots of Bots. This card uses some more cool new products coming… Read More