The evolution of an idea

When I got my pre-order from the brand new catalog a couple of weeks ago I was so taken with the new InColors that I set out to use them with the new stamp sets I ordered. Above is Crisp Cantaloupe cardstock with the Coastal Cabana ink on the tag.  I accented with pool party ribbon (sale-a-bration 2013.) A quick and easy card.

 For the next card I kept the same color scheme but added some contrast by using the fancy fan embossing folder on the background piece of cardstock.  With the color on color of the Crisp Cantaloupe cardstock I think it is a nice effect.

By the time I got around to making some birthday cards I decided to put the little lacy doily behind the upper half of the circle rather than the lower half. Then to provide contrast on just the lower half of the card I dry embossed the bottom half only of the background cardstock. This time using Strawberry Slush. Instead of ribbon I used the new Washi tape from the Gingham Garden suite across the center of the card.

Which of the three do you like best?

By the way, if you would like to be able to see and buy new products before they are sold to the public become a part of my Stampin' Up! team.  You will get a discount on everything you buy and be among the first to enjoy all the new products.

Beautiful New InColors!

I am in love with the new InColors! Get these color names:  Baked Brown Sugar, Pistachio Pudding, Crisp Cantaloupe, Coastal Cabana, and Strawberry Slush.  The only InColor I didn't use on the front of this card is Strawberry Slush.  You can't see it but I did stamp the back with it. These colors remind me so much of carefree summer days of years gone by.

The stamp sets used are Mosaic Madness and Label Love. The punches used are the Mosaic, Artisan Label and Decorative Label.

You can start shopping in the brand new catalog on May 31.  Keep visiting this blog for more pics of creations made with new items. Or even better sign up to get it emailed to you! Just type in your address in the box under the blue shopping basket.

Stampin' Up! Bloomin' Bouquet Project Kit

 
Need a special gift for Mom or a beautiful teacher gift?  Stampin' Up! has a new kit that might be perfect!  Join my class on Thursday, May 23 at 7:00 - 8:00 and we'll make it together. If you want more than one kit just let me know. I will order you as many as you need.  (We will only have time to make one during the class time.)

 
Please RSVP by MAY 8 to give me time to get the kits ordered and delivered. Payment  of  $14.00 includes kit, hot glue and tax (I pay shipping) if due at the class.  (If you can't make the class I will deliver your kit to you.)


Want it for a Mother's Day gift or can't come to my class? Order it online at my Stampin' Up! Store now.
See details about the kit below.


Mother's Day. Teacher appreciation. Just because. Say thank you with this no-maintenance bouquet. There's no watering, no weeding-just enjoying. This easy-to-assemble kit comes complete with the petals, stems, and buttons to create the flowers, as well as four different tags to make this the perfect gift for any occasion. All you need is some paper, ribbon or a vase to add the finishing touches to the bouquet. As if that weren't enough, the kit contains a "baker's dozen"! This means you can create and give (or keep) a dozen flowers, and have a bonus flower left over to pass along to someone new! Give it to someone you wouldn't normally think of: a teller at the bank, a grocery store clerk, or the librarian at your local library. Anyone you encounter on your way that you'd like to give a little "thank you" to.
Ordering information:
Item 134542 $12.95 Available starting April 29, while supplies last.
Kit contents:

• 2 sheets of preprinted and precut flowers on 12" X 12" cardstock; makes 13 flowers using Pool Party, Gumball Green, Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, and Rich Razzleberry
• 13 Vintage Faceted Buttons
• 13 green floral wire stems

Adhesive not included. (Glue gun recommended.)

Upcoming Stamping Opportunities

I just made my demonstrator pre-order for some of the amazing new products Stampin' Up! has to offer in the new annual catalog. I LOVE the new catalog!!! Although I am sad to see some of the colors and stamp sets go I am very excited about the new products.  I hope you will come and see out the old items and bring in the new.  

How to Use Your Stamping Materials Class

May 01
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM  (Eastern )

If you have purchased Stampin' Up! materials from me since March 2012 you are eligible for one FREE "How To Use Your Stampin' Up! Supplies"class. 

RSVP at least 2 days before one of the dates listed and bring your materials and I will help you get started.

Stamping 101

May 03
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM  

 If you are new to stamping, this is the class for you.
 How to make your cards from beginning to end. 

RSVP at least 2 days before May 3.         If you bring a friend I don't know you get half off class fee.

How to Use Your Stamping Materials Class

May 17
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

If you have purchased Stampin' Up! materials from me since March 2012 you are eligible for one FREE "How To Use Your Stampin' Up! Supplies"class. 

RSVP at least 2 days before May 17 and bring your materials and I will help you get started.

Saying Goodbye...

May 18
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM  

Come say goodbye to some of the retiring stamp sets and products from this year's catalog. If there is something you can't live without, now is the time to order it!

 RSVP at least 2 days before May 18

New Catalog Open House

 MAY 31      (Date changed from June 1)

6:00-9:00     (Time changed from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Come and create with some of the products from our brand new catalog!  Browse the catalog during the open house or with a minimum $50 product purchase, take a new catalog home with you. Three stations, three projects. Come and go during the hours of 6-9. 

RSVP by May 29 please

Stampin' Up! Retiring Stamps List

Stampin' Up! has released the list of retiring products. Get them now, soon they will be gone forever!
 Visit HERE to shop now!

Sale-a-bration 2013 is coming to an end

Sale-a-bration is almost over...

Have you gotten your free SAB items...

Before they're gone forever?

If you haven't done it yet, don't miss out!

Visit my online store now. 

For each $50 of merchandise you buy

you get one FREE SAB item.  
Hurry! It's over on Thursday , March 22!


 

New Photopolymer Stamps from Stampin' Up!

We've searched long and hard for just the right material to be able to introduce completely clear stamping. And we've found it. We're excited to announce that we now have wood-mount, clear-mount AND photopolymer stamps! The new photopolymer will be an addition to our stamp line and will appeal to all types of stampers. Our top-quality photopolymer has just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time and with the introduction of our firm-foam pads, let's just say they're meant for each other! Photopolymer stamps will also be unique, fun designs that will inspire you and provide more versatile options you may not see in our traditional wood- and clear-mount stamp options.

What makes them so great?

• They're entirely transparent for perfect placement every time! 
• They are durable. The photopolymer material is designed to last. 
• Can you say sticky? (Don't worry; in a good way.) These stamps stick amazingly well to our clear blocks.
• They're age tested. They won't yellow or cloud up over time. 
• They use FDA, food-safe material. How far can you stretch your stamping creativity? 
• We could go on, but we'll let you try them for yourself.
  They are clearly a great choice.
  

  	Item Description #132956    Designer Typeset Photopolymer Stamp Set $13.95 Recommend clear blocks A, B, G, F, and I. Purchase separately. Includes 57 pieces. (Don't faint! This is a good overwhelming feeling. Excited? Now that you know about them you might want to buy them.  I know I will.  Visit my Stampin' Up! online store to order them now. Just press the Shop Now button.