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Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Sneak Peek: Sweet Pea Stitched Felt

Here is an exclusive sneak peek at one of the new embellishments from the Occasions Mini Catalog - - the Sweet Pea Stitched Felt (117266, $7.95)! 


The set contains: 8 three-petal flowers, 20 French-knot circles, 16 leaves, and 8 six-petal flowers.  That's 52 pieces in all!  I love how several of these pieces are handcrafted with delicate stitching, and I love how they are packaged together!  These felt flowers are a great way to add a whimsical touch to your creations!  




The colors used in these felt pieces are: Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink, and Rose Red.  

The Sweet Pea Stitched Felt will be available to order on January 5, 2010. 

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Last Minute Gift Ideas from Shelli Gardner!

Join Stampin' Up!'s co-founder Shelli Gardner as she demonstrates hand crafted holiday gifts using the Big Shot! 

(Note: the sale that Shelli refers to in the video ended on 12/22/09.)


Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Last Minute Gift Idea: Christmas Jingle Explosion Scrap Box

I hope you are enjoying all of the last minute gift ideas this week!  Today's project is called an Explosion BoxWhen you open up the box, all of the sides will lay flat.  Just add a photo to each of the solid colored squares and you will have an instant keepsake album!  This would be a wonderful gift for a grandmother, godmother, or aunt.  The best part of all is that it doesn't need to be gift wrapped!   

The patterned papers and die cuts are from the Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit. This lovely project idea came in the mail from Sally!  All I had to was adhere the pieces together and assemble.  Thanks Sally!









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Reminder
Today is the LAST DAY of the 12 Days of Holiday Sales Promotion!  I hope you were able to take advantage of the great savings on your favorite Big Shot dies and vinyl sheets!

Be sure to add your favorite Holiday Mini Catalog items and Retiring Dormant Stamp Sets to your order because you only have until January 4 to order those items.

The Holiday Extravaganza Gift Giving Guide promotion will also be ending on January 4.  This promotion features FREE Decor Elements with select purchase!




Monday, December 21, 2009

Last Minute Gift Idea: Fancy Favor Box

The Fancy Favor Bigz XL die for the Sizzix Big Shot makes gift packages in a flash!  Add a tag to the front of the favor using Stampin' Dimensionals and place a few small holiday treats inside the favor box and you're good to go!  Or to step up your project as shown in the photo, use the Horizontal Slot Punch at the top of the box and thread 1-1/4" striped grosgrain ribbon through the slots.  Tie the ribbon in a knot to keep the box closed and the contents secure!  This lovely project idea was created by Sally Jercha.


Reminder

Tomorrow is the last day of the 12 Days of Holiday Sales Promotion! Don't forget to add Holiday Mini Catalog items and Retiring Dormant Stamp Sets to your order!  Time is running out for those items!  The Holiday Extravaganza Gift Giving Guide promotion will also be ending soon.



Saturday, December 19, 2009

Last Minute Gift Idea: Wrapped Chocolates

This is another gift that was sent to me by Sally.  Eight mini chocolates were wrapped with Designer Series Paper and packaged inside a cute little box.  I love how the bow coordinates with all of the papers! 

Tuck a gift card underneath the chocolates and you have a quick and easy last minute gift for a family member or friend!


 

Friday, December 18, 2009

Snowflake Ornament

Here is a lovely Christmas ornament that was sent to me by my upline, Sally.  Thank you, Sally!  It looks great on our tree!



Thursday, December 17, 2009

Shimmer Paint Will Be Available as Catalog Write-In




Due to the popularity of our shimmer paint offered in the Holiday Mini Catalog, we will continue to offer it as a catalog write-in after the Holiday Mini sales period ends.

Starting January 5, 2010, you can order the following products as catalog write-ins:


 116806  Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint  $5.95
 116854  Frost White Shimmer Paint  $5.95
 116807  Platinum Shimmer Paint  $5.95
  







We hope you continue to enjoy using this fun new product!

New Images for My Digital Studio!

Not ready for the New Year? No problem! You can get ready with the two new digital downloads now available for My Digital Studio. The Calendar Grid Basic kit gives you several options for your calendar’s foundation, while the Calendar Basics kit will help you decorate your calendar in style!

To view the images, click on the product name in the table below!
 

Item Number
Name
Price
118120  
Calendar Basics Kit
$9.95
121423  
Calendar Grid Basic Kit
$3.95

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Our 7 Foot Christmas Tree!

Here is my first scrapbook layout with the Christmas Cocoa II (120880, $9.95) digital download for My Digital Studio! This fun digital kit has just about everything you need—Designer Series papers and lots of Christmas ornaments, tags, labels, and borders— to make beautiful holiday projects. Even better, the Designer Series paper in this kit coordinates perfectly with the Berry Christmas (118117, $5.95) digital download.  

Berry Christmas is also sold as a rubber stamp set in the Holiday Mini Catalog (116509, $22.95).  But don't delay if you want that stamp set because the sales period for the Holiday Mini Catalog ends on January 4, 2010! 




This is our first Christmas in this house!  We had so much fun decorating our home for the holidays.  But once the tree was up in our living room, we realized we had a small dilemma - - after his surgery, Chris can only lift a maximum of 5 pounds for a whole month.  How am I going to get this heavy 7 foot tree out of my living room by myself after Christmas?  I think we're just going to have to wait until he is fully healed So if you come over to my house in January and see a brownish tree, you'll know why!  :)

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Snowflake Gift Card Holder



Snowflake Gift Card Holder

Supply List:

Stamps: Holiday Collection (retired)
Classic Ink: Night of Navy, Bashful Blue, Real Red
Card Stock: Night of Navy, Very Vanilla
Accessories: Ice Circles Rhinestone Brads, Horizontal Slot Punch, Navy ribbon (retired)

If you don't own the Holiday Collection stamp set, one lucky person will be able to get it for FREE through my StampingHut Rewards Program!  See my "Rewards Program" for details.  This special offer is only available through Lisa Takeuchi, Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Video: Pop Up Cake XL Die

Just a quick post today because we are working on painting the master bedroom this weekend.  My husband is having minor surgery next week and since he will be spending a week in bed, we thought it would be nice to finally get the walls repaired and painted.

Since the Pop Up Cake XL die is on sale right now, I wanted to share this video with you!


 

Have a great weekend!

Friday, December 11, 2009

12 Days of Holiday Sales ... Going on NOW!


Dates: December 11-22, 2009

Details: For 12 days only, you can get discounts on select Big Shot dies and materials! See list below.

Things to Remember:
  • The sale ends Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 10:50 PM (Pacific).
  • Items must be ordered by December 15, 2009, in order to arrive in time for Christmas.
  • Discounts range between 15-25 percent.
  • There are no quantity limits.
  • Don't forget to add Holiday Mini Catalog items and Retiring Dormant Stamp Sets to your order!  Time is running out for those items!  The Holiday Extravaganza Gift Giving Guide promotion will also be ending soon.


Item
Page #
Description
Regular Price
Discounted Price
114515
195
Flower Burst Embosslits die
$11.95
$8.96
114516
195
Cherry Blossom Embosslits die
$11.95
$8.96
115957
195
Thanks Embosslits die
$11.95
$8.96
114513
195
Sweetest Stem Embosslits die
$11.95
$8.96
115952
195
Hi Embosslits die
$11.95
$8.96
115951
197
Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die
$74.95
$59.96
113446
197
Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die
$19.95
$16.96
114509
197
Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die
$21.95
$18.66
113448
197
Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die
$19.95
$16.96
113457
198
Tulipe Bigz die
$21.95
$16.46
115954
198
Two Tags Bigz die
$21.95
$18.66
114524
199
Fringed Flower Bigz die
$19.95
$15.96
114523
199
Decorative Accents Bigz die
$19.95
$15.96
114534
199
Flower Bigz Clear die
$19.95
$15.96
113473
199
5-Point 3D Star Bigz die
$19.95
$16.96
113472
199
Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die
$19.95
$16.96
113470
199
Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die
$19.95
$16.96
113465
199
Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die
$19.95
$16.96
115961
200
Perfect Setting Bigz XL die
$42.95
$32.21
113483
200
Pennant Bigz XL die
$39.95
$29.96
113484
200
Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die
$39.95
$31.96
116760
201
Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die
$39.95
$29.96
116759
201
Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die
$39.95
$29.96
114890
201
Matchbox Bigz XL die
$42.95
$36.51
113458
202
Flower Layers Originals die
$15.95
$13.56
114336
158
Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$10.36
114334
158
Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$10.36
114337
158
Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$10.36
114335
158
White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$10.36
118797
n/a
So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118798
n/a
Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118799
n/a
Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118800
n/a
Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118801
n/a
Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118802
n/a
Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118803
n/a
Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118804
n/a
Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118805
n/a
Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118806
n/a
Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118807
n/a
Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118808
n/a
Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118809
n/a
Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118810
n/a
Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118812
n/a
Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118813
n/a
Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118814
n/a
Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$12.95
$9.71
118815
n/a
Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)
$14.95
$11.21

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Window Sheets ... and Sale Reminder!

Just a quick reminder that the 12 Days of Holiday Sales starts TOMORROW! Are you excited?  I know I am! I'll post again in the morning with all the details.

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Window Sheets
Our window sheets bring a whole new look to your creations. Use them on scrapbook pages, embellish them with Rub-Ons that you use as overlays, or layer them on card stock. Create shapes with the Big Shot die-cut machine, sponge the edges with Craft ink to color, or make see-through boxes. There are countless options! They come in two different thicknesses, as well as a printed option. Window sheets provide a lot of options, and Shannon West is only too happy to share those options with you in this video.



Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Fifth Avenue Floral Birthday Gift Card Holder



Fifth Avenue Floral Birthday Gift Card Holder


Today's project is a birthday gift card holder This is the same template as the Dasher gift card holder I posted the other day; I just rotated it 90 degrees! The card is held closed with the striped grosgrain ribbon.

I love this card because I used UCLA's school colors.  Go Bruins!


Supply List for the Outside of the Card:
Stamps: Fifth Avenue Floral (113734, $24.95), Hugs and Wishes (retired)
Classic Ink: So Saffron, Brocade Blue, Going Gray, Bravo Burgundy
Card Stock: Brocade Blue, Confetti White
Accessories: Corner Rounder Punch, Slit Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1/2" So Saffron striped grosgrain ribbon

The inside of the card uses some additional supplies ... but you'll need to sign up for the Gift Card Holder class to find out what they are because I don't want to spoil the surprise for the class attendees!

Need a Copy of the Holiday Mini Catalog?



Do you still need a copy of the Holiday Mini Catalog? I have just a few copies left in stock.  The ordering period ends on January 4 so there is still some time left! E-mail me your name and address and I'll drop one in the mailbox ASAP. Thanks!

Clear-Mount Rubber Stamps




Over the past few years, there has been enormous demand from demonstrators and customers alike for a line of repositionable clear-mount rubber stamps. Well, you asked for it, and now you have it! Starting with stamps in the 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog and the 2010 Sale-A-Bration Brochure, Stampin' Up! now offers our exclusive stamp art in both traditional wood-mount, and the new clear-mount option.

Our new clear-mount rubber stamps are the result of extensive research with the intent to maintain the very best image quality in the stamping industry, while at the same time offering the ease-of-use and storability inherent in repositionable clear-mount rubber stamps.

Clear-Mount Rubber Stamp Features:
  • Nine different sizes of clear blocks available individually or as a discounted bundle.
  • Blocks have ergonomic grooves on all four sides for easy grip and traditional wood-mount feel.
  • Stamps and blocks are durable and easy to clean with your Stampin' Scrub and Stampin' Mist.
  • Optional image labels on stamp backs let you decide if you want to see the image through the block or not.
  • Tight die-cutting for easy image positioning.
  • Large clear blocks can be used to create collages or spell words with alphabet sets.
  • Stamps store easily in standard, DVD-type cases with artwork on front and spine, making organization easy. 
Are you excited yet?  I know I am!  Mark your calendars: these new products will be available to order starting on January 5, 2010!

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Dasher Gift Card Holders Class

Dasher Gift Card Holders Class
Friday, December 18
7 pm - 9 pm
 
Make three of these adorable gift card holders featuring Dasher the Reindeer!  Class is $10 or FREE with a minimum $25 order.

Classes are held in Yorba Linda, California.  Bring your own adhesive.  All other supplies will be provided.

RSVP by December 15. 


Important Dates to Remember and A Sneak Peek at the *NEW* Clear Mount Stamps!

Dates to remember when ordering:  
Updated 1/07/10


Jan 5: Lots and lots of excitement on this day!
  • Annual Sale-A-Bration promotion begins. Get a free stamp set for every $50 in purchases!  Special offer also available if you book a workshop with me.  Also, if you sign up to be a demonstrator, the starter kit will be 15% off AND you can choose any free stamp set valued at $47.95 or less!
  • NEW Occasions Mini catalog products available for order.
  • Simply Adorned jewelry line available for order.  
  • NEW Decor Elements available for order. 
  • NEW Cards À La Carte Kit (119113, $19.95) available for order.
  • NEW Heart Treat Cups (#120435) and the coordinating Sweetheart stamp set (#120415) will be released. This is a limited time offer -- and available only while supplies last -- so don't wait on this one! 


Local class schedule: 

Interested in attending a local class in January?  Click here for schedule!

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Sneak Peek:

Here is a video that Angie (she's one of my uplines!) made of the new clear mount stamps that are being released on January 5.  She also demonstrates one of the punches with the new body style. I am thrilled that these new products require less storage space!  Note: the acrylic block shown in her video is not from Stampin' Up! but Stampin' Up! will be selling their own acrylic blocks starting on January 5.


One of the advantages of being a demonstrator is that you can purchase new products before they are released to the general public!  During the Sale-A-Bration promotion, the starter kit will be 15% off AND you can choose any free stamp set valued at $47.95 or less!  Visit my demonstrator business website to join my team.  My recruiting password is: inkpaperstamp






Click here to place a Stampin' Up! order!

Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas

There are only 17 days left until Christmas! Do you still have loved ones to buy gifts for? Here are a few suggestions!
  • My Digital Studio is a great gift for teens! They'll love making scrapbook pages, cards, and calendars for friends using the simple software. Plus when you order this exciting software suite, you'll receive a free Décor Elements piece valued up to $16.95!
  • Simply Sent card kits are a great ready-to-wrap gift and have everything you need to complete 10 cards. This is the perfect last-minute gift for card makers or people you think may like making cards!
  • Anyone who has a Big Shot will want the Alphabet Simple Letters Bigz die. It can cut through a variety of materials including vinyl, chipboard, and felt. This makes a great gift for a seamstress who would like to sew custom appliquéd pieces on her projects, someone who wants to create their own vinyl phrases to personalize her home décor, or any paper crafter who uses letters. And when you purchase this item, you qualify for a free Décor Elements piece valued up to $16.95!
  • Add the final touch to your gift that says "I was thinking of you when I bought this gift" by personalizing it with Décor Elements. Add an Upsy Daisy Décor Elements to a laptop or cut it apart and apply it to a cell phone. Put all of the toys from Santa together in one container and add the So Many Toys Décor Elements to it, or use individual letters to add monograms and names to your gifts. These extra special touches won't go unnoticed. 
Stampin' Up! recommends ordering your gifts by December 15 at 10:50 PM (Pacific) so that they arrive in time for Christmas.  Delivery times will vary depending on where you live; if your personal experience indicates that it takes longer for packages to reach you, you will want to allow a little extra time for shipping during the holidays. All orders we receive by December 15 will be picked, packaged, and delivered to our courier in plenty of time to arrive by December 24. But as you know, we cannot control delivery times; holiday mail volumes are high, so please order as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Mark your calendars - - the 12 Days of Holiday Sales starts on Friday, December 11! 
Click here to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Monday, December 7, 2009

Dasher Christmas Card (PPA19 - Inspiration Challenge)



Dasher Christmas Card


Supply List:

  • Stamp Sets: Dasher (116816, $8.95), Holidays & Wishes (retired)
  • Classic Ink: Soft Suede
  • Card Stock: Soft Suede, Kraft, Very Vanilla
  • Petals-A-Plenty Textured Impressions Folder
  • Big Shot Machine
  • Stampin' Dimensionals
This is one of my annual holiday cards!  The embossing from the Petals-A-Plenty folder adds an elegant touch - - without adding a lot of extra work.  (I try to keep my holiday card designs as simple as possible.)  I am making at least 40 of these cards but since I am limited by the amount of Soft Suede card stock I have on hand I'll probably end up having multiple Christmas card designs this year!

Just a heads up: The 12 Days of Holiday Sales promotion begins on Friday!  Demonstrators have not been given advance notice as to what will be on sale; however, Stampin' Up! did say there will be "many never-before-discounted items!" How exciting!


Have a wonderful evening!

Click here to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Backorder Report

Backorder Report
This report is current as of 2:00 PM (Pacific) on Monday, December 7.

The backorder report includes all items that are currently out of stock.  Please keep this report in mind when you order your holiday gifts and card making supplies.  Items that ship after December 15 may not arrive in time for Christmas.

So that you receive all items as quickly as possible, Stampin' Up! will ship each item as it becomes available. At times this will result in one order being shipped in multiple boxes--possibly arriving at different times.


You can currently order the following item, and it will begin shipping this week. 101697: Glorious Green card stock (8-1/2" x 11")

You can currently order the following items, and they will begin shipping the week of December 14, 2009.
101039: Silver Encore pad
103133: Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
116806: Champagne Mist shimmer paint
116824: Petals-A-Plenty Textured Impressions embossing folder

Expedited Shipping and Backorders
If an item is on the backorder list, it will not ship with your original order. Once it arrives in our warehouse, Stampin' Up! will ship it using the same shipping method you selected when placing the original order.


Friday, December 4, 2009

Purse Gift Card Holder

Angie (one of my uplines) came up with the original design for this adorable purse gift card holder.  I modified her design by putting a corduroy button on the front.  I recently ordered these corduroy buttons in several different colors and I just love how soft they are!






Supply List:
  • Top Note Bigz Die (113463, $21.95) and Big Shot machine (113439, $99.95)
  • Crop-A-Dile (108362, $29.95) or 1/8" hole punch
  • Mellow Moss 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (109033, $4.95)
  • Kraft Corduroy Buttons (114340, $9.95)
  • 8-1/2" x 11" Mellow Moss Card stock (102898, $5.50)
  • Patterns Pack Designer Series Paper III (Level 1 Hostess)
  • Velcro fasteners (from your local craft store)

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Voila Birthday Card

Tonight I wanted to share a birthday card that I received from Amanda back in 2006.  The card is over three years old and the colors are still as vibrant as the day I received it in the mail. This is a shining example of the high quality of Stampin' Up!'s ink and card stock.



Supply List:
Stamp Set: Voila (115102, $25.95)
Classic Ink: Basic Black, Taken With Teal
Card Stock: Taken With Teal, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Markers: Taken With Teal, Certainly Celery, Summer Sun, Pink Passion, Bravo Burgundy, Blush Blossom
Accessories: Stampin' Dimensionals, Hodgepodge Hardware (retired)

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Availability of Simply Adorned Products

Stampin' Up! is pleased to announce the availability dates of the following Simply Adorned products:


Item  Description  Date Available
116798  Simply Adorned Charm 1" x 1-1/4" January 5, 2010
116797  Simply Adorned Charm 1" x 1" January 5, 2010
116800  Simply Adorned Chain 24" January 5, 2010
116853  Simply Adorned Chain 34" January 5, 2010
116799  Simply Adorned Charm 1-1/2" x 2" TBD

These products will be available in perfect time for the start of our annual Sale-a-Bration promotion!

Please note: The Charming stamp set featured in the Holiday 2009 Mini Catalog (item 116519; p. 32) will continue to be available for order through the duration of the Occasions 2010 Mini Catalog (through April 30, 2010).

We thank you for your continued patience as we work out the issues with these products, and we look forward to enjoying the additional creativity you will discover with the Simply Adorned product line!

Holiday Shipping

Stampin' Up! recommends that you place your holiday orders by Tuesday, December 15, 2009, by 10:50 PM (Pacific Time) to receive your orders before Christmas. Delivery times will vary depending on where you live. If your personal experience indicates that it takes longer for packages to reach you, you will want to allow a little extra time for shipping during the holidays.

All orders received by December 15 will be picked, packaged, and delivered to the courier in plenty of time to arrive by December 24. But since holiday mail volumes are high and Stampin' Up! has no control over delivery times, arrival cannot be guaranteed.  

Please order your holiday gifts early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

A New "Christmas Jingle" card

Here is a lovely holiday card that features the Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit (115696, $19.95).  I really enjoy using the patterned papers and self-adhesive die cuts that are included in this kit!





Supply List:
  • Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit (115696, $19.95)
  • Eyelet Border Punch
  • 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon in Real Red

Click here to view more cards that I made using the Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit.

Online Extravaganza Extended for One More Day!


Due to the extremely high order volume last night, Stampin' Up! is extending the Online Extravaganza through today only.  You must call me by 9:30 PM (Pacific time) to place an order.  The sale is no longer available in my online store.

Monday, November 30, 2009

Tips on Making Your Holiday Cards

When you are designing your Holiday cards this year, you can manage your costs by minimizing the number of layers and embellishments used.  Keep in mind that adding layers adds cost not only in terms of card stock, but also in the amount of adhesive used.

Some things to note about these designs:
  • I used a 2" piece of Sleigh Bells ribbon (folded in half) as an accent.  A roll of this ribbon contains approximately 10 yards, so I can make 180 cards with just a single roll!  Cost per card: $7.95 / 180 cards = $0.04 per card.
  • I used two Stampin' Dimensionals behind the Old Olive circle.  A package contains 300 dimensionals, so I can make 150 cards with a single package.  Cost per card: $3.95 / 150 cards = $0.03 per card.




The technique I used to draw attention to the sleigh portion of the image is called Spotlighting.  Here are the directions for this technique:

  1. Stamp the entire Santa and reindeer image in Soft Suede ink on Very Vanilla card stock. 
  2. Stamp only the sleigh portion of the image using Real Red ink on a scrap piece of Very Vanilla card stock.  Punch out the stamped sleigh image using a 1-1/4" circle punch.
  3. Punch out a 1-3/8" Old Olive circle.
  4. Adhere the 1-1/4" stamped circle onto the 1-3/8" Old Olive circle.
  5. Add Stampin' Dimensionals behind the Old Olive Circle.  Line up over the Soft Suede image.

Supply List:

Stamps: Wandering Words (Holiday Mini)
Classic Ink: Soft Suede, Real Red
Card Stock: Old Olive, Real Red, Very Vanilla
Accessories: Sleigh Bells cotton ribbon (Holiday Mini), 1-1/4" Circle Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stapler

That's all for now!  By the way, I ordered the mini catalogs for you this evening!  I can't wait to show all of the new products to you.  I know you are going to love them as much as I do!

Last Call for November Promotions!

Today is the LAST DAY to:

1.) Sign up to receive your FREE Occasions and Sale-A-Bration Mini Catalogs by mail.  E-mail me with your name and mailing address by 5 PM to be added to my distribution list. 

2.) Save up to 50% with the Holiday Extravaganza Sale!  Visit http://stampinghut.stampinup.net to shop online.  Don't forget to check out the clearance rack, too!

3.) Take advantage of the Sweet Rewards Hostess Promotion!

Friday, November 27, 2009

Chandelier Decor Elements


Here are some photos that were sent to me by one of my customers who purchased the Chandelier Decor Elements in Black (116148, $18.95) and used it to decorate the wall above the crib! It looks beautiful!
 

 


If you are planning on using Decor Elements in your home, add a Decor Elements Applicator (114285, $1.95) to your order.  This handy little tool will facilitate the transfer process!

Click here to download the Holiday Gift Guide.  You may add a FREE Décor Elements piece to your order (up to a $16.95 value) when you spend $50 on products in this guide!

Visit my Online Store to shop for Decor Elements and other Stampin' Up! products!  Be sure to take a look at the Online Extravaganza Sale and Clearance Rack.  There are lots of great deals!

http://stampinghut.stampinup.net

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Last chance to subscribe for the Occasions Mini and Sale-A-Bration catalogs

I will be ordering the Occasions and Sale-A-Bration mini catalogs on Monday.  Please e-mail me your name and address if you would like a free copy!

I also have a few Holiday Mini Catalogs left if you still need one.

Happy Thanksgiving! Here is a digital version of a Turkey card I made earlier this year!  This card was made using punches from My Digital Studio.





Online Extravaganza Sale!

Amazing Online Sale Going on NOW!


Save up to 50 percent on over 40 products and product bundles! But hurry—this Online Extravaganza ends November 30 at 11:50 PM (MT)!



Things to Remember:
  • Orders may be placed online: http://stampinghut.stampinup.net
  • Discounts range between 30 percent and 50 percent.
  • The Distribution Center will be closed on Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, 2009, for the US Thanksgiving holiday. No orders will ship on those days.
Product Offering:
Item
Description
(Click product name for photo!)
Regular Price
Sale Price
120280
Framed with Love Bundle
  • Framed with Love stamp set
  • Full Heart punch
$43.90
$21.95
120281
Thank You Kindly Bundle
  • Thank You Kindly stamp set
  • Scallop Edge punch
$29.90
$14.95
120976
Thank You Kindly Bundle (French)
  • Tous mes remerciements stamp set
  • Scallop Edge punch
$29.90
$14.95
120282
Animal Crackers Bundle
  • Animal Crackers stamp set
  • Star Designer brads
$25.90
$12.95
120283
Corduroy Button Bundle
  • Kraft Corduroy buttons
  • Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons
  • Summer Sun Corduroy buttons
  • Basic Gray Corduroy buttons
  • Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons
$49.75
$24.87
120284
Game Night Bundle
  • Card Games stamp set
  • Game Night stamp set
$40.90
$20.45
120285
Four Square Bundle
  • Four Square stamp set
  • Scallop Square punch
$30.90
$15.45
120286
Heart to Heart Bundle
  • Love You Much stamp set
  • Heart to Heart punch
  • Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
$49.85
$24.92
120310
Heart to Heart Bundle (Spanish)
  • Te Quiero Mucho stamp set
  • Heart to Heart punch
  • Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
$49.85
$24.92
120311
Heart to Heart Bundle (French)
  • J't'aime beaucoup stamp set
  • Heart to Heart punch
  • Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
$49.85
$24.92
120287
Chipboard Letter Bundle
  • On Board Timeless Type
  • On Board Loads of Letters
$25.90
$12.95
120288
Double-Stitched Ribbon Bundle
  • Bashful Blue 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon
  • Rose Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon
$17.90
$10.74
120289
Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle*
(Limited Quantity Available)
  • Best Wishes & More stamp set
  • Eight Great Greetings stamp set
  • On a Pedestal stamp set
  • Earth Elements Stampin' Spots
  • Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
  • Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
  • Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Flower Designer brads

$127.70
$76.62
120290
Build-A-Brad Bundle
  • Calendar Alphabet stamp set
  • Pewter Build-A-Brad
  • Antique Brass Build-A-Brad
$40.85
$24.51
120291
Enjoy Every Moment Bundle
  • Enjoy Every Moment stamp set
  • Circle Designer brads
  • Flower Designer brads
$43.85
$26.31
120312
Enjoy Every Moment Bundle (French)
  • Profiter de chaque instant stamp set
  • Circle Designer brads
  • Flower Designer brads
$43.85
$26.31
120292
Cheep Talk Bundle
  • Cheep Talk stamp set
  • Note cards
  • Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons
$42.85
$25.71
120293
Sock Monkey Bundle
  • Sock Monkey stamp set
  • Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set
  • Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons
$58.85
$35.31
120313
Sock Monkey Bundle (French)
  • Sing-chaussette stamp set
  • Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set
  • Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons
$58.85
$35.31
120294
Alphabet Bundle
  • Jayne's Type Alphabet stamp set
  • Lovely Letters stamp set
$87.90
$52.74
120295
Simply Said Bundle
  • Simply Said stamp set
  • Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Full Heart punch
$52.85
$31.71
120314
Simply Said Bundle (French)
  • Amitié stamp set
  • Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Full Heart punch
$52.85
$31.71
120296
On Board Bundle
  • On Board So Tweet
  • On Board Batch of Blooms
  • On Board Essentials
$42.85
$25.71
120927
Christmas Décor Bundle #1
  • Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Kraft, Real Red)
  • Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
  • Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
$74.85
$44.91
120298
Christmas Décor Bundle #2
  • Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Chocolate, Real Red)
  • Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
  • Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
$74.85
$44.91
120299
Christmas Décor Bundle #3
  • Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Old Olive, Real Red)
  • Small Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
  • Small Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements
$74.85
$44.91
120300
For All You Do Bundle
  • For All You Do stamp set
  • 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$36.90
$25.83
120315
For All You Do Bundle (French)
  • Merci pour tout stamp set
  • 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$36.90
$25.83
120316
For All You Do Bundle (Spanish)
  • Por todo lo que haces stamp set
  • 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$36.90
$25.83
120301
Striped Ribbon Bundle
  • Bashful Blue 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Pumpkin Pie 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • So Saffron 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
  • Real Red 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon
$47.73
$33.41
120302
Bling Bundle
  • Sticky Pages
  • Sticky Cuts Sweet
  • Fine Supernova Stampin' Glitter
  • Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter
$43.80
$30.66
120303
Fresh-Cut Bundle
  • Fresh Cuts stamp set
  • Fresh-Cut Notes
  • 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$37.85
$26.50
120317
Fresh-Cut Bundle (French)
  • Fraicheur exuise stamp set
  • Fresh-Cut Notes
  • 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$37.85
$26.50
120304
Pendant Note Bundle
  • Pendant Park stamp set
  • Pendant notes
  • 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$39.85
$27.90
120318
Pendant Note Bundle (French)
  • Adorable parc stamp set
  • Pendant notes
  • 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$39.85
$27.90
120319
Pendant Note Bundle (Spanish)
  • Un dia en el parque stamp set
  • Pendant notes
  • 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$39.85
$27.90
120305
Sporting Bundle #1
  • Large Night of Navy Sporting Décor Elements
  • Night of Navy Just Sports Décor Elements
$67.90
$47.53
120306
Sporting Bundle #2
  • Large Chocolate Sporting Décor Elements
  • Chocolate Just Sports Décor Elements
$67.90
$47.53
120307
Sporting Bundle #3
  • Large Black Sporting Décor Elements
  • Black Just Sports Décor Elements
$67.90
$47.53
114864
Ginormous Flowers I Décor Elements
$39.95
$27.97
114863
Ginormous Flowers II Décor Elements
$39.95
$27.97
112534
5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$7.95
$5.57
112533
5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads
$6.95
$4.87
112081
Scallop Square punch
$15.95
$11.17
113693
Full Heart punch
$15.95
$11.17
113694
Heart to Heart punch
$15.95
$11.17
112091
Scallop Edge punch
$15.95
$11.17
112571
Circle Designer brads
$5.95
$4.17
112579
Flower Designer brads
$5.95
$4.17
112572
Star Designer brads
$5.95
$4.17
114785
Small Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements
$39.95
$27.97
114786
Medium Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements
$69.95
$48.97
114791
Small Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements
$39.95
$27.97
114792
Medium Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements
$64.95
$45.47
  *This bundle is only available while supplies last!

FAQs

Q: Are sale items only while supplies last?
A: With the exception of the "Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle," all sale prices will be honored through the sales period, even if items go on backorder. Please note: The "Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle" is only available in a limited quantity; if we run out of any of the products included in this bundle, the bundle will no longer be available and the sale price will no longer be honored.

Q: Do you anticipate running out of any of the sale items?
A: While we try to accurately predict what will happen during a promotion, sometimes there are unanticipated outcomes. We have run forecasts and built supplies to prepare for this promotion, but just as is the case with any product, sometimes the forecasts don't predict actual behavior and items do go on backorder. With the exception of the "Ultimate Stamper's Starter Bundle," all sale prices will be honored through the sales period even if items go on backorder.