Gone Stampin'!

Razzleberry Lunchbox

I just have time today to pop in & show you a really cute lunchbox tin I made using many of our new papers and ribbon. Watch for all the details on an upcoming class where you'll make a lunchbox tin with matching cards to put inside. It makes for an instant gift great for anyone!

                 

My newsletter should be going out tomorrow. If you don't already receive it you can sign up in the box on the left sidebar of the blog. And remember the In Color Bundle Special I have right now - that ends on Sunday!

New Deal of the Week!

           

Stampin' Up! announced the new Deal of the Week! (There will be a different deal each week in July and the products chosen are on sale only during that particular week). From now until July 12th the deal of the week is the Sizzix Big Shot Doctor's Bag. You can purchase it for just $49.99 (a savings of almost 30%!). Place your order at my Stampin' Up! website or e-mail me.

Find Joy in the Little Things

I've got an elegant card to show you today using one of our new Hostess choices - the Lovely Flowers Bundle. This bundle includes not only a stamp set, but also 2 sheets of Rub-Ons and 9 sheets of 12" x 12" double-sided Designer Series paper. It's a great choice for your hostess benefits because you get so many different & completely coordinating items.

              

This card is completely made up with new products with the exception of the Whisper White card stock! The flower image, sentiment, and line of dots to the left of the flower image piece are all Rub-Ons from the hostess bundle, with the flower being added directly onto a piece of Designer Series paper. The sentiment is punched out using our new Modern Label Punch which has quickly become one of my favorites. I love the look of the white images on the Melon Mambo color.

E-mail me to find out how you can earn this hostess bundle FREE!

And if you love the new In-Colors (like Melon Mambo) take a look at the special I'm offering for a limited time only.

 

Products used in this card: Lovely Flowers Bundle (Hostess)-#116916; Melon Mambo textured card stock-#115719; Melon Mambo Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon-#115611; Whisper White card stock-#100730; Modern Label Punch-#115530; Stampin' Dimensionals-#104430.

Happy Fourth of July!

Happy Fourth of July everyone! I hope you're having a great holiday weekend. I'm just popping in quick to let you know I have the first round of ribbon samplers ready and they will be mailed out on Monday. I'm also working on the Designer Paper Samplers and have those almost ready. They won't be mailed out until Thursday because in my very large first order from the new catalog I left out a couple of the designer papers! But I've since ordered them, they are on their way, and I'll finish the Designer Paper Samplers on Wednesday night for you.

If you haven't yet ordered your new catalog samplers, here are the links to more information:

Designer Series Paper Sampler

Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon Sampler

New In Color Bundle Special - for a limited time only!

I love the new In Colors and for just one week I am offering a great special. You'll receive:

• 5- In Color Classic Stamp Pads*
• 5- In Color Classic Ink Refills*
• 6- In Color Stampin' Write Markers
• 6- packages In Color Card Stock (24 sheets ea. color)

• 6- packages In Color 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (15 yds each color)

                 

You'll also receive $35 in free products and a level one hostess set of your choice! Plus, as another added bonus you'll get the detailed instructions from my Soft Summer Class.

Price: $155.15 plus tax & shipping.

You must contact me directly to place this order. Make sure your e-mail includes your name, address, phone number, $35 free product choices, level one hostess set choice, along with your credit card number and expiration date. You can also call me at 218.834.2287 to place your order. The order will ship directly to you & I'll be able to let you know once it has shipped what day to expect it on your doorstep!

Remember - this special is only good for one week! Contact me with your order before Sunday, July 12, 2009. (U.S. customers only).

*Bermuda Bay stamp pad and ink refill are not available quite yet due to quality issues.

The New Catalog & Specials!

 

Today has already been a whirlwind of new stamping news! The new 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalog is here! If you don't already have your copy, download one in PDF form here. You can also purchase one from me for $10.00 which includes priority shipping (a $4.95 value!). Contact me to order yours.

 

 

Stampin' Up! also announced a couple of new specials. First is the Deal of the Week! They will be having 5 different deals in July and the products chosen are only on sale during that particular week. From now until July 5th the deal of the week is the Scallop Edge Punch. You can purchase it for just $10.99 (a savings of over 30%!). Place your order at my Stampin' Up! website or e-mail me.

 

Another special announced today:

While anytime is a great time to join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator, joining during July and August is especially sweet!

Starting your own Stampin' Up! business means free and discounted products, plus a little extra cash--and who couldn't use that? Plus, from July 15 - August 31, you can become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for only $85!

The special, limited-time Mini Starter Kit contains many of the items you need to get started in your new business, including

• For All You Do stamp set
• In Color Classic Stampin' Pads (6)
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Business forms and tools

Or if you want to buy the standard $199 Starter Kit, in addition to the supplies listed below, you'll get all six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads and one pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")--a $43 value! The standard Starter Kit includes

• Four stamp sets
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge
• Stampin' Pastels
• Card stock
• Eastern Blooms Décor Elements and applicator tool
• Five Classic Stampin' Pads
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Blender pens
• Business forms and tools

These special offers--the Mini Starter Kit and the In Color add-on to the standard Starter Kit--are only available for a limited time, so you must act fast!

Benefits of Becoming a Demonstrator
Whether you just love to stamp, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, the Stampin' Up! opportunity is the right fit for you. Stampin' Up! demonstrators enjoy many benefits, with just a few listed below:

• Product discount. Demonstrators get a 20 percent discount on all Stampin' Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories. It's a great way to support your love of stamping and paper crafting.
• Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. Maybe you just want enough income to pay the electric bill every month, or maybe your goal is bigger--the monthly payment for your new car--it's your decision! See the Compensation Table for more information.
• Flexible schedule. This is your business, so you can put in as much (or as little) time as you'd like.
• Support from Stampin' Up! We love our demonstrators and it shows through our demonstrator support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics available on our Demonstrator Web Site.

Contact me for more details & to sign up today!

Last chance!

It's the last day to order retiring stamps and accessories! To view the lists one more time, you can click here or on the Download last-chance-accessories-list.html link on the right sidebar - right underneath the 'Order Stampin' Up! Online' button.

To place your order, e-mail me or you can always place your order directly at my Stampin' Up! website.

2009-2010 Designer Series Paper Sampler

You can now order your 2009-2010 Designer Series Paper Sampler! There are 18 new packages of double-sided Designer Series Papers, 17 of which are included in this paper sampler (one of them is a little hard to split up which you'll understand when you see the new catalog). You'll love all of the new designs and will receive 102 6" x 6" samples, all packaged together in a fantastic clear box which you can re-use in a future project!

Plus - sign up before July 15th and receive a BONUS set of 6 samples of our new Specialty Papers!

The details: You'll get 102 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper double-sided samples for only $30 including shipping! And remember - when you place your order before July 15, 2009 you'll receive an additional 6 samples of the new Specialty Papers! (available to U.S. customers only).

Here are the Designer Series Papers included in this sampler:

Nouveau Chic                                Merry Moments

                         

Cottage Wall                                 Autumn Traditions

                         

Cast-A-Spell                                  Tall Tales

                         

Kaleidoscope                                 Razzleberry Lemonade

                         

Holiday Lounge                              Thoroughly Modern

                         

Storybook Specialty                         Bermuda Bay Patterns

                         

Crushed Curry Patterns                    Dusty Durango Patterns

                         

Melon Mambo Patterns                     Rich Razzleberry Patterns

                         

Soft Suede Patterns

I'll be placing the order on July 1st for the paper and then splitting it out as soon as I receive it.

Please e-mail me if you have any questions!

Simple Friendship Class

Simple Friendship Class
Tuesday, July 28
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Two Harbors

The neutral colors of the Bella Bleu Designer Papers combined with the Simple Friendship stamp set give this card set a vintage feel that brings us back to the days when sending hand-written notes to our friends and loved ones was common. In this class you’ll create a custom-designed card portfolio and 4 beautiful cards.

Cost: $23 -or- $21 for current stamp club members

Registration Deadline: Monday, July 20, 2009

Choose one:

Simple Friendship Class $23.00Club Member Price $21.00

Please e-mail me if you have any questions!

Polka-Dot Ribbon Sampler

You can now purchase your ribbon sampler! Here are those details again:

 

I absolutely LOVE this new 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon! It will be available in the new catalog on July 1st in these 6 new In-Colors (L-R): Dusty Durango, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay, Rich Razzleberry, and Melon Mambo. One great feature about this ribbon is that it's reversible! One side is the awesome polka-dots while the other is plain grosgrain. Depending upon the project you're working on it's great to have this option.

I am offering a Ribbon Sampler so that you can get some of each color right away without having to buy each & every roll of ribbon (since I know there will be many other things you'll also want to be purchasing once you see the new catalog)!

The details are easy: You'll get 3 yards of each color for only $15! This is a total of 18 yards of ribbon & includes shipping so if you aren't able to pick this up from me I will ship it right to your door. I'll be placing the order on July 1st for the ribbon and will be splitting it up as soon as it arrives. You can expect to see it the second week of July! (The ribbon sampler is available only to U.S. customers).

Please e-mail me if you have any questions!

Sneak Peek - Circle Circus Scrapbook Page

I thought I'd give you another sneak peek since the new catalogs aren't on my doorstep quite yet! This scrapbook page uses two new stamp sets and some of our new buttons.

3 Friends scrapbook page (12" x 12")

Stamps Circle Circus stamp set Just Perfect Alphabet stamp set Schoolbook Serif Numbers stamp set Paper Whisper White card stock Chocolate Chip textured card stock Old Olive textured card stock Ink Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin' Pad Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad Accessories On Board Loads of Letters Playground Designer Buttons Clips assortment Circle Scallop punch 1" Circle punch 1-3/4" Circle punch Stamp-a-ma-jig Crochet thread

Watch over the course of the next week for posts containing all the details on my new Ribbon and Designer Paper Samplers along with a couple new classes I've added to my schedule!

Blooming with Love

I have a couple samples for you today using a stamp set that is retiring on June 30th, Blooming with Love. Both of the projects shown use a retired color - Purely Pomegranate, but you can easily substitute rose red or riding hood red in your projects if you don't have the Pomegranate.

 

Stamps: Blooming With Love Stamp Set	Paper: Card Stock Very Vanilla Watercolor Paper Designer Series Paper Prints Old Olive
Ink Stazon Pad Jet Black Classic Stampin Pad Bordering Blue Classic Stampin Pad Old Olive Classic Stampin Pad Creamy Caramel Classic Stampin Pad Purely Pomegranate	Accessories: Bone Folder Aqua Painters Glue Dots Pop-Up Sticky Strip Ribbon Grosgrain Old Olive 5/8 Inch
Instructions 1. Cut top closure and flaps from Pop-Up Glue Dot box. Cover box using Old Olive Prints Designer Series paper. Use Sticky Strip to assemble box. 2. Adhere Old Olive ribbon to interior of purse using Sticky Strip to form handles. 3. Stamp flower images in Jet Black StazOn ink on watercolor paper (3-1/8” x 2”). Watercolor images using Bordering Blue, Creamy Caramel, Old Olive, and Purely Pomegranate ink and Aqua Painter. Let dry, and adhere to purse.

 

Stamps: Blooming With Love Stamp Set	Paper: Watercolor Paper Card Stock Purely Pomegranate Designer Series Paper Prints Old Olive
Ink Stazon Pad Jet Black Classic Stampin Pad Bordering Blue Classic Stampin Pad Old Olive Classic Stampin Pad Creamy Caramel Classic Stampin Pad Purely Pomegranate	Accessories: Punch Handheld 1/16 Inch Circle Aqua Painters Thread Linen Punch 1 3/8 Inch Circle Ribbon Grosgrain Old Olive 5/8 Inch Cards & Envelopes Love Notes

Click here for the most updated retiring accessories list and the last chance stamp set lists. Things are selling out daily, so don't delay in placing your order! You can e-mail me your order or place it directly at my Stampin' Up! website.

I'm Wild About You

 

Here's another stamp set I'm really going to miss when it retires on June 30th - Wild About You. It makes such cute cards for kids and I absolutely love this alligator stamp. Here are the details on the products used in this project:

Stamps: Wild About You Stamp Set	Paper: Card Stock Whisper White Card Stock Riding Hood Red Card Stock Tangerine Tango Card Stock Kiwi Kiss
Ink Classic Stampin Pad Kiwi Kiss Classic Stampin Pad Riding Hood Red Classic Stampin Pad Pacific Point	Accessories: Stamp-A-Ma-Jig Punch Handheld 1/16 Inch Circle Snail Adhesive Permanent Stampin Dimensionals Punch Scallop Edge Punch Heart-To-Heart Buttons Corduroy Pacific Point

Click here for the most updated retiring lists. Things are selling out daily on the accessories list, so don't wait in placing your order! You can e-mail me your order or place it directly at my Stampin' Up! website. Make sure to check out the details about my Mystery Hostess Party that is happening until Sunday.

And for those local readers of my blog - have a great Grandma's Marathon weekend!

Zoofari Fun

Here's a great card using one of the retiring stamp sets - Zoofari. I just love everything about this card and will miss using these stamps, colors, and designer papers come July 1st!

      

This is just one of a great many projects I have access to on the Demonstrator-only portion of Stampin' Up!'s website. I definitely have a lot of ideas and inspiration available at my fingertips which is awesome! If you would like more information on becoming a demonstrator please e-mail me & I will be happy to help you. It's a great way to make some extra money with the added bonus of sneak peeks and pre-orders (to mention just a few great perks)!

The stamp set Zoofari is only available until June 30th so make sure to place your order soon by e-mailing me or at my Stampin' Up! website.

Here are the products used in this fun project:

Stamps: Zoofari Stamp Set Family Phrases Stamp Set	Paper: Designer Series Paper Good Morning Sunshine Card Stock Kiwi Kiss 8 1/2 X 11 Card Stock Summer Sun 8 1/2X11 Card Stock Chocolate Chip 8 1/2X11 Watercolor Paper 3.75 Inches X 5 Inches
Inks: Stazon Pad Jet Black Classic Stampin Pad Pacific Point Stampin Write Marker Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin Pad Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin Pad Summer Sun Classic Stampin Pad Kiwi Kiss Watercolor Wonder Crayons Earth Elements Watercolor Wonder Crayons Bold Brights	Accessories: Buttons Corduroy Summer Sun Ribbon Grosgrain Chocolate Chip 5/8 Inch Punch 3/4 Inch Circle Punch Word Window Aqua Painters Stampin Dimensionals Stamping Sponges Glue Dots Mini Snail Adhesive Permanent
Created by: Janine Tinklenberg

Congratulations & Mystery Hostess Party Details

Thanks to those of you who commented on the new In-Colors and stamps last week! The winner of an assortment of our new In-Color products including card stock and the new polka-dot ribbon is... Carol Giefer! Congrats Carol! I'll be mailing your goodies out this week. (PS-your stamping group is really cleaning house on my blog give-a-ways!).

 

I sent out the information on my Mystery Hostess Party this morning. If you didn't get the e-mail, please sign up for my mailing list in the box on the left sidebar. Here's a copy of the Party details that went out:

It's time for another Mystery Hostess Party! Here's your chance to receive hostess benefits and win other prizes without even having to leave the comforts of your own home. Make sure to read all the way through to see all the ways you can win stamps & accessories!

 

Just call (218.834.2287) or e-mail me your order between now & 6:00 pm Sunday, June 21st, and you'll be entered into the Mystery Hostess drawing. Two lucky winners will split the hostess benefits - one person will pick the hostess stamp set(s) while the other will choose the FREE merchandise!

 

To thank you for your order, I'm offering 10% off any retiring stamp set(s) you purchase! The last chance list is long & I'm sure there are a few stamp sets on your list to purchase before they are gone for good. Here's your chance to get a discount! 

 

Plus - place a $50 order (before tax & shipping) and you will receive the Fifth Avenue Floral class instructions! This class was a huge hit so this is a great opportunity for those of you who weren't able to attend. Click here to view the projects you'll create with these awesome step-by-step instuctions.

 

But the winning doesn't stop there! For every $50 you order (before tax & shipping) you'll be entered in a drawing for all 6 new In-Color Classic Stamp Pads! These include Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo & Rich Razzleberry. This gives you a great jump start on getting all of the new In-Color products that will be available July 1st.

 

Wait - there's more! Place a $100 order (before tax & shipping) and receive a sampler package of the new In-Color card stocks and Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbons! Start creating your projects with these fabulous new colors before you can even buy them!

 

And finally - book your July or August New Catalog party when you place your order & get an extra entry into the hostess benefits drawings!

 

With the new Summer Cookout Kit available along with the last chance (retiring) lists and Occasions mini catalog ending, there are so many things yet to purchase before the Stampin' Up! catalog year is over on June 30th! Make sure to give me a call or e-mail before 6:00 pm on Sunday with your order for the Mystery Hostess Party specials! (orders placed directly on my website are not valid for the Mystery Hostess specials-please call or e-mail me directly!).

Summer Cookout Kit Available Today!

 

Spending time with family and friends can make the splendid, lazy days of summer ones you'll always remember. With the simple and speedy projects in the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit, every occasion to gather becomes a reason to celebrate!

For just $24.95, you'll have what you need to throw a smashing summer barbecue: creative invitations, fun food wrappers, customizable coasters, and more!

The exclusive Country Living Summer Cookout Kit (item #118070) includes the following products:

• 8 die-cut table tents (2 each of 4 colors)
• Die-cut components, bamboo skewers, and envelopes to create 8 shish kabob invitations
• 12 die-cut coasters (3 each of 4 colors)
• 16 die-cut tags (4 each of 4 colors)
• 24 12" x 12" printed food wrapper sheets (12 each of 2 colors)
• 4 printed recipe cards
• 5 yards linen thread 
• Ruby Red Classic Stampin' Spot
• Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot
• Dig In stamp set

Note: the kit does not include tablecloths, plates, or flatware..

                   

Contact me or visit my Stampin' Up! website today to order this exciting, limited-time kit!

Soft Summer Class

Soft Summer Class

Tuesday, June 30th

6:00 - 8:30 pm

Two Harbors, MN

 

The soft summer colors of the Bella Birds Designer Papers paired with black create a striking combination that perfectly showcases the beauty and elegance of the Soft Summer Stamp Set. In this class you will create this one-of-a-kind purse and 4 coordinating cards. Beautiful to look at, but so simple to make, it's the perfect class for even the least experienced stamper!
 

Class Cost: $23 -or- $21 for current stamp club members

Registration Deadline: June 22, 2009

 

E-mail me to register.

 

Choose one:

Soft Summer Class $23.00Club Member Price $21.00

Polka-Dot Ribbon Sampler & Contest Reminder!

 

I absolutely LOVE this new 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon if I haven't already mentioned that! It will be available July 1st in these 6 new In-Colors (L-R): Dusty Durango, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay, Rich Razzleberry, and Melon Mambo. One great feature about this ribbon is that it's reversible! One side is the awesome polka-dots while the other is plain grosgrain. Depending upon the project you're working on it's great to have this option.

I am offering a Ribbon Sampler so that you can get some of each color right away without having to buy each & every roll of ribbon (since I know there will be many other things you'll also want to be purchasing once you see the new catalog)!

The details are easy: You'll get 3 yards of each color for only $15! This is a total of 18 yards of ribbon & includes shipping so if you aren't able to pick this up from me I will ship it right to your door. Per Stampin' Up! I can't take your money until the last week of June, but e-mail me now to reserve your spot in the ribbon sampler. I'll be placing the order on July 1st for the ribbon and will be splitting it up as soon as it arrives. You can expect to see it the second week of July! (The ribbon sampler is available only to U.S. customers).

 

REMINDER of the contest happening now: So what do you think of the new products you've seen so far? Post a comment to any of my sneak peek posts about the new In-Colors and stamps and I'll enter you in a drawing for an assortment of our new In-Color products including card stock and the new polka-dot ribbon! I'll draw the winner on Sunday, June 14th from all the comments posted to the blog. I can't wait to hear what you think!

Click here for the most updated retiring accessories list. Things are selling out daily, so don't delay in placing your order! You can e-mail me your order or place it directly at my Stampin' Up! website.

Sneak Peek-Animal Stories II

Here's the sneak peek I promised you yesterday using the new stamp set Animal Stories.

 

Also used in this project are the Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper along with the Melon Mambo and Crushed Curry Textured card stocks, Stampin' Write Markers, and 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbons. All of these new products together made for a wonderfully bright & cheery card! You can order these stamps & accessories on July 1st.

The new Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon comes in all 6 of the new In-Colors. I know you'll love it as much as I do! Watch for information about the Ribbon Share I'll be offering.

And my almost daily reminder-click here for the most updated retiring accessories list. Things are selling out each day, so don't wait to place your order! You can e-mail me your order or place it directly at my Stampin' Up! website.

Sneak Peek-Animal Stories (and contest!)

I have another sneak peek for you (and I think you're probably loving that)! Here's a great card using a new stamp set-Animal Stories (#116716), new Designer Series Paper-Tall Tales (#115678), and the new Modern Label Punch (#116630); all available July 1st.

 

I love this fun new set & you can look forward to another project in tomorrow's post using the giraffe image!

So what do you think of the new products you've seen so far? Post a comment to any of my sneak peek posts about the new In-Colors and stamps you've seen and I'll enter you in a drawing for an assortment of our new In-Color products including card stock and the new polka-dot ribbon! I'll draw the winner on Sunday, June 14th from all the comments posted to the blog. I can't wait to hear what you think!

Another reminder-click here for the most updated retiring accessories list. Things are selling out daily, so don't delay in placing your order! You can e-mail me your order or place it directly at my Stampin' Up! website.