AMAZING DEAL!!!!

Make sure to scroll down for more recent posts!!! From today until July 31st at 10:50pm PST, anyone placing an order with me (directly or online) will get an AMAZING DEAL!  If you order a dollar amount from the new catalogue or current mini, you will get 50% of the merchandise value to spend on my retired list!  For example, purchase $65 worth of product from the current catty or mini and choose $32.50 from my retired lists for free! (You will have to cover s/h of the retired items if you don't live near me and need them shipped:)  I will keep the retired items updated every time that someone emails me with their selection so that you have a current list to choose from.  Please email me with your retired item selections after purchasing online or at the same time you place your email order:)

This post will stay at the top until the promotion is over so please scroll down for new posts:)

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Skipped Scrappin Saturday, so it's Scrappin Sunday!

I haven't played on my computer a lot recently with all my clubs/ classes and the prep.  So, lastnight I sat down, much too late, and decided to create a quick My Digital Studio page. This was one of the predone templates!  All I had to do was slide the pics in and voila!  A page for my summer scrapbook is done:)

One of the best parts of Stampin' Up's Convention is the friends that you make.  Angie and I met at Convention 2 years ago and instantly connected... she is like a sis:)  The photos at the bottom are of people from Vancouver that I have known for the past few years through Stampin' Up.  They are my up-up-upline, sideline and downline.  This year's convention gave me the opportunity to finally get to know them!  I went home with abs after spending 5 days LMAO!!!!  They are the most AMAZING group of women!  Talent galore and personality plus!

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My Digital Studio:Sun Garden 12x12 Designer Template Page

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New My Digital Studio Downloads Available!

There were some awesome new digital downloads available this week!  My sale includes digital downloads so whatever you spend on downloads, you get 50% of the value to choose from my Retired List. (click on the links up top)

http://www.stampinup.com/ca/documents/MDS_Downloads_-_July_26.pdf

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Are You New to Stamping?

Simply Sent Great Day

 If so, Stampin' Up has a great product for you!  Here are two of Stampin' Up's new Simply Sent Card Kit.  The first is called Simply Sent Great Day and the second is the Simply Sent Everyday Elegance.  The cards come precut and scored with the major detailing already done, you just add on the extra stickers, buttons, ribbons and stamping necessary to complete the card!  Come back later today for a quick video on each of these adorable Card Kits! Yes... I said a video!  I slowly swinging into the wonderful world of video:)

Simply Sent Everyday Elegance

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Stamp Set(s):Thank You Kindly, It's Your Day,  Swirls and Curls Verses

Paper:All paper in Simply Sent Everyday Elegance Kit and Simply Sent Great Day Kit
Ink:Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobbler, Baja Breeze, Old Olive
Embellishments:Basic Pearls, All embellishments in Simply Sent Everyday Elegance Kit and Simply Sent Great Day Kit
Tools: Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals

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Do You Need a Kick In the Pants?

I don't know about you, but I find that it is very easy to get behind with my scrapbooking. For a few fabulous ladies, scrapbook club has been our solution!  We are getting one two page spread, or two individual pages done every month.  We have a blast doing it and working with a ton of new and exciting products!  For example, this month the ladies made these two pages... we made pinwheels, played with the new pocket die (great for hiding journalling), tested out the new mini clothespins and used the gorgeous Pennant punch and coordinating stamp set!

Now, I struggle with scrapbooking layouts, so I definitely use sketches to help me, but I came across and gorgeous page done by Erica Cerwin and decided not to mess with perfection!  (that was the page on the left).  I have yet to figure out how to properly photograph scrapbook pages... I always manage to make them look not square and I have to crop off a bit of the page... hence the odd looking stamping around the first page!

Our scrapbook club is open to new members joining.  It is a 6 month commitment of ordering $35 in product per month.  In addition, in your hostess month, you'll receive 20% off of EVERYTHING you order as part of your hostess order in addition to $35 in hostess dollars to spend in the catty.  So, as you can see it is a great way to get a great deal and get caught up on your scrapbooking at the same time!  Don't worry if you live out of town... if you live in Canada, I am more than happy to prep and package up your monthly pages so that you can make them at home!  Get your own scrapbook club of 6 or more together in whatever Canadian city you live in, and I will provide your group with a monthly video to follow along on your projects!  I have a special gift for the first 6 people to join my scrapbook clubs between now and August 31st!

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Stamp-a-Stack Spots Available!

I've had two last minute cancellations for my Stamp-a-stack tomorrow night... if you're interested in attending please let me know ASAP:)  The cost is $20 for 15 cards and envelopes:)
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The Ideas Were Overwhelming...

If you've never attended a Stampin' Up Convention, words alone cannot express the sheer volume of AMAZING ideas you see on display!  There are wall and walls of sample boards with stunning projects on them.  This was one of the scrapbook pages that drew me in.  I loved the layout, colour combination, and use of the new chipboard and punches! I just had to come home a recreate it using a picture of one of my little beans:)


 SALE
I know how useful these Timeless Type Letters are to scrapbookers... having an alphabet at your fingertips to create your own titles is invaluable as stickers often don't seem to have enough of the exact letter that you need.  To help you out a little this month, anyone purchasing the Timeless Type Junior Alphabet from me between today and July 31st at 10:50pm will receive a gift certificate to be used in August for 34% of the value of the set!  (That is a GC for $31.26).  These dies come in a fabulous storage box too!  This offer will apply to orders placed online through me or via phone or email.


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Stamp Set(s):Pennant Parade, Calendar Alphabet and Numbers
Paper:Under the Big Top DSP, Brights Prints Pattern Stack, In Colour 2010/ 2011 Prints Pattern Stack, Whisper White, Basic Black, Crumb Cake
Ink:Real Red, Basic Black, Tempting Turquoise, Peach Parfait, White Craft
Embellishments: Iridescent Ice, Linen Thread, On Board Merry Medley Chipboard
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Pennant
Big Shot:Timeless Type Junior Alphabet

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I'd Love to Have You!

Everything is more fun when you are surrounded by great friends! Stamping is no exception--it's an art, a creative outlet, and a fun way to bring people together. Now, it's easier than ever to participate in Stmapin' Up's +One Campaign and get friends stamping with you because both you and I  will each get a free Christmas Keepsake Box project kit--a $50 value--to work on together (if you choose, or you are welcome to do it in the comfort of your own home in your Pj's if you'd like:)   This project kit isn't offered anywhere else, so be sure to take advantage of this special offer.

With the $119 Starter Kit, it's a great time to take advantage and get hold of a Kit--valued at more than $200--which is full of product favourites, including items from the brand-new Idea Book & Catalogue.

Here are some of the  great perks of becoming a demonstrator, like:

• A 20 percent product discount!
• A free monthly issue of Stampin' Success, Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only magazine!
• Sneak peeks at brand-new products!
• Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!
• Regular get-togethers to stamp!
• Free access to a community of 30,000+ crafters/stampers and creative artists, as well as 160,000+ project samples!

In addition, you will be eligible for TWO FREE months of Demonstrator Business Web Services (DBWS)--including your own business website and Online Store, access to a blog, calendar, a monthly e-newsletter, project gallery, and e-cards--if you sign up within 21 days of becoming a demonstrator.

The Christmas Keepsake Box Project Kit--a $50 value--contains the following products (quantities are 1 unless otherwise noted):

• Pines & Poinsettias Set  *(wood-mount)
• Keepsake box
• Scallop borders (cut from Tasteful Trim Bigz XL Die)
  • First Edition Designer Series Paper (3)
  • Holly Berry Designer Series Paper (6)
• First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper strip (2)
• Holly Berry Designer Series Paper piece*
• Real Red Top Note (cut from Top Note Bigz Die)
• Real Red Decorative Label (cut from Matchbook Bigz XL Die)
• Wild Wasabi Card Stock strips (3)
• Naturals Ivory Card Stock piece
• Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Fabric*
• Real Red 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
• Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
• Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim
• Linen Thread
• Champagne Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter
• Vanilla Pearl 1/2" Simply Adorned Bauble
• Pearl Basic Jewels (1 pkg.)
• Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Buttons*
  • Large Wild Wasabi
  • Small Real Red
• Mini Vintage Tags

 In addition, you are also able to choose $35 worth of product from my retired list! 

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My password is scrapaholic 

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New Take On A Club Card

This month at club, we made this card in Daffodil Delight and Poppy Parade.  We were discussing other colour options for the card, and when I went to clean up my room, these scraps were on my desk.  Although it doesn't have the bright and cheerful look of the Daffodil Delight and Poppy Parade,  I thought it was very classy looking:)


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Stamp Set(s):Greenhouse Garden, Thank You Kindly
Paper:Perfect Plum, Whisper White, Elegant Eggplant
Ink:Perfect Plum, Elegant Eggplant
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border

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Amazing Gift from an Even More AMAZING friend!

I was lucky enough to have one of my downline, Shanda Stirk, as my roomie at Convention this year:)  We had more fun that I ever imagined possible!  We saw a stunning cake like this in display while at Convention, and the day after we arrived home, Shanda showed up with one she had made for me!  I can't even imagine the time she put into this!   She is truly an AMAZING friend and a very talented crafter!


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Pennant Fun Card Class

Pennant Fun Card Class

 Don't miss out on this fantastic August Card Class!  This stamp set and punch are to die for... here's a fun way to get them for less!

Pennant Fun Card Class

Date: August 22nd 7:30-10pm
Cost:
Option #1:  $50 includes the new Pennant Parade Stamp Set as well as the coordinating Pennant Punch.  This is an AMAZING deal as it is cheaper than the cost of purchasing the stamp set and punch on their own... so the class is free!!!!
Option #2: $28 includes the Pennant Parade stamp Set and class
Option #3 $30 includes the Pennant Punch and the class
Option #4 $60 includes the punch, stamp set, take home kit with excellent PDF instructions including many photos,  and shipping! (within Canada)

 This class will be limited to 8 people so please RSVP early to avoid disappointment. 

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Class Alert!

This was the first stamp set on my "Must Have" list when the new catty arrived!  I love the way that the little images can be matched up with so many occasions!  These adorable little 3x3 notecards are just some of the samples from my upcoming Button Buddies class!  The class will be held on  :

September 15th from 7:30-9:30.  The cost is $40 will include this adorable new stamp set and a package of the Designer Buttons in a colour family of your choice!  The class will be limited to 8 so register early to avoid disappointment!

Now if you don't want to wait for your stamp set until September 15th, prepay for the class and I'll order it now for you so you can play to your hearts content until then!  If you don't live near me but would still like to make these, all you have to do is contact me and I can get you set up with a take home kit!

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It's A Wrap... It's A Hit!

This new stamp set is AWESOME!  These adorable little chocolates are simply Hershey's Miniatures.   The stamp set is ideal for Hershey's Nuggets actually, but much to my dismay, I found out that these aren't available anywhere in North Vancouver.  (Just ask me how many hours it took me to figure that out!)  The stamp set fits perfectly on address labels that just wrap around the chocolates and stick on their own.  How about that for easy????  There are so many different occasions... showers, new baby, wedding, get well, thank you, happy birthday, and a school themed.  Can I also give you a little Holiday Mini leak... there may be another coming with some major holidays in it!!!!  Order it now and receive have of it's value to spend on my retired list!


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Stamp Set(s):It's a Wrap
Paper:Calypso Coral, Whisper White, Pear Pizzaz, Soft Suede, Old Olive, Bashful Blue, Perfect Plum, Marina Mist
Ink: Calypso Coral, Pear Pizzaz, Crumb Cake, Old Olive, Bashful Blue, Perfect Plum, Marina Mist, Real Red
Embellishments:Labels
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips

In Colour Club:)

  Last night was our first In Colour Club meeting!I thought I'd share with you the projects and let you know how you can still be a part of this.  I know that our first night has passed, but I am more than happy to  make you a take home kit for the first month!

On another note... check out that extended candy wrapper die!  I learned how to do this at Convention and I'd love to share it with you if you're interested?

In Colour Club

Come and join my 2011-2013 In Colour Club, and get yourself all set up with the new Stampin’ Up In Colours!  This two month club will get you all the new 2011-2013 In Colours and SAVE you a bunch of money!

Colours Include: Pool Party, Calypso Coral, Lucky Limeade, Wisteria Wonder, Island Indigo

What you get:
2 classes in which we will make a minimum of three projects (may include card/ 3-d/ or scrapbook items)  (Class dates: July 20th and August 29th, although you are welcome to attend on one of my other club nights in those months if space is available and it works better for you)

• 2 yards of each of the 2011-2013 In Colours of Ruffled Ribbon ($13.50 value)

• One package of the 2011-2013 In Colour Designer Brads ($9.95 value)

• One package of 8 1/2 x11 Cardstock of the 2011-2013 In Colours ($8.50 value)

• All five Classic Ink Pads of the 2011-2013 In Colours ($36.25 value)

• The Designer Series Paper Stack of the 2011-2013 In Colours ($26.95 value)

• The 2011-2013 In Colour Stampin’ Write Markers ($19.95 value)

• The 2011-2013 In Colour, Colour Coach Add on ($3.25 value)

• $17.50 in Hostess Rewards Dollars from the new 2011-2012 Hostess Reward Program

Total Value: $163.31
Cost To You: $125!!!!!!!

** This can also be done as a distance class where I send you the supplies needed to complete the projects that we will be making along with detailed instructions, however a one time $8 s/h fee will be charged to get you all of the class supplies**

Please note that there is now a link up top for my DSP and Ribbon Shares!

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #83~ Sketch Challenge

Thanks so much for an AMAZING Open House lastnight ladies!  I had a blast!

Here's my card for this week's Stampin' Royalty Sketch Challenge this week!  Make sure to come and join us... it is a gorgeous sketch!

This is also part of my Merry & Type class coming up on September 28th from 7:30-9:30pm.  The cost is $45 and it includes the clear mount Merry and Type stamp set as well as the new Letters to Santa DSP!  This class will be limited to 8 attendees so make sure to RSVP early to avoid disappointment.  I will also have this class available for a take home class for those of you who don't live near enough to attend or are unavailable that evening!  There will be an extra shipping charge added based on where you live, so please contact me if you are interested!

Make sure to go and check out my links for my retired items for sale under my header!  I've updated since my Open House lastnight and there are some fabulous deals to be had!  Don't miss out!  Unfortunately I am unable to ship outside of Canada:(

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Stamp Set(s):Merry & Type, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper:Letters to Santa DSP, Blushing Bride, Early Espresso, Whisper White
Ink:Old Olive, Marina Mist, Riding Hood Red, Early Espresso
Embellishments:Riding Hood Red 3/8" Taffeta, Basic Rhinestones
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Decorative Label
Big Shot:Northern Flurry Snowflake Die, Scallop Circle Die, 3" Circle Die

Thanks Julie B:)

Thank goodness for Julie B... I was desperate for a make-n-take card for today to show off some of the new products at my Open House this evening. I found this one when blog surfing the night I got home.   I had a bit of a block when I first sat down, but after caseing this card, the juices started flowing again:)  I've got a whole bunch of new and exciting things to show you this week! 

It was very difficult to pull everything together having only arrived home from Convention 48 hours prior.  However, it has all come together and I'm really looking forward to tonight. 

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Stamp Set(s):Curly & Cute, Creative Elements

Paper:Wisteria Wonder, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, First Edition Specialty DSP
Ink:Wisteria Wonder, Elegant Eggplant
Embellishments:Basic Pearls, Very Vanilla Seam Binding
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Wide Oval, Flower Trio
Big Shot:Designer Frames

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Not quite sure what is going on with my blog right now. It views totally normal in Safari, but completely wrong in Firefox.  I've checked a couple of other blogger blogs and they seem to be having the same issue so I'm hoping that it is something blogger will fix.  In the meantime, try using Safari if you're on a mac.  Let me know what is happening on the PC side of things as far as different browsers and whether or not you're able to see it:(

I figured it out... I cleared all of my cookies and now all blogs appear normal so it seems that the issue was right here on my own computer!  (not a surprise to anyone who knows me:)  Thanks for your feedback... it made me look at my own info:)  Back with a post in a bit:)
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On My Way Home:)

Well, I'm on my way home from Salt Lake City today after 5 AMAZING days!  I've taken over 1000 photos of all of the stunning displays and the fabulous friends that we've made:)  I attended a special class on Friday night called Every Last Detail and this was the project that we were making.  As the class was only 2 hours long, we didn't have the time to finish it, but this is on my "to do" list for the next couple of days!  Stampin' Up spoiled us rotten and we're coming home with stamps galore!  Some are even from the upcoming Holiday Mini which won't be released until September 1st!  Let me just say that it is the best mini I've seen in my 3 years with Stampin' Up!  It will make your visa cry!  Watch for many more photos this week as I share with you all the reasons that you don't want to miss Convention next year!  I'd love to have you as part of my team down there!  We had more fun than I ever imagined!  (Thanks to my amazing roomie Shanda!)

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Here They Are...

I decided that for Convention this time that I wasn't lugging all of my swaps around, so instead I decided to participate in what they call an "organized" swap.  What this means is that there is a set time, date and place to meet as well as a set number of people participating in the swap.  This way, I knew exactly how many cards I needed to make, and I was ready in advance.  Looking at the cards in these photos makes it look like I glued everything on crooked, but I think that it was the way that I photographed the card fronts in the stands:)


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Stamp Set(s):Morning Cup

Paper:Pocketful of Posies, Pear Pizzaz, Daffodil Delight, Baja Breeze, Rich Razzleberry, Soft Suede, Whisper White
Ink:Black StazOn, Pear Pizzaz, Daffodil Delight, Baja Breeze, Rich Razzleberr, Night of Navy
Embellishments:Whisper White Organza, Subtles Buttons, Regals Buttons
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Word Window, 1 1/4" Square, Scallop Square

Homesick

I know that I had mentioned that my new catty order had not arrived until the night before I left, and in that post I mentioned that I hadn't had any time to play that night.  But.... on Tuesday morning, I was like a child waiting for Christmas, so I was up at 5:45am:)  I went down to my craft room and took a few minutes to make a card for my hubby and my boys before I left.  I have an AWFUL time being away from my family... I swear... my heart physically ACHES for them:)  (pathetic, I know:)  I'm having a ton of fun here in Utah, but seeing there little faces on Facetime at night is truly the highlight of my day:)


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Stamp Set(s):Up, Up, & Away
Paper:Daffodil Delight, Big Top Birthday DSP, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise
Ink: Daffodil Delight, Big Top Birthday DSP, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Basic Black
Embellishments:Brights Buttons, Old Olive 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:Scallop Circle, 1 3/8" Circle, 1 1/4" Circle,
Big Shot:Circle Die, Tasteful Trims Die, 2 3/8" Scallop Circle, Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #80~ Inspiration Challenge

 Sorry, short post today:)  Stampin' Royalty Challenge this week is a inspiration challenge... it screamed of the Paisley Prints DSP to me:)


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Stamp Set(s):Full of Life, Notes and Details
Paper:Whisper White, Not Quite Navy, Always Artichoke, Paisley Prints DSP, Cajun Craze, Bravo Burgundy, Baja Breeze
Ink:Not Quite Navy, Always Artichoke
Embellishments:Basic Pearls
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches:2 1/2" Circle, Trio Of Flowers, Boho Blossoms

Big Shot: Circle Die,

New My Digital Studio Downloads Released Today!

http://www.stampinup.com/ca/documents/MDS_Downloads_-_July_12.pdf


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I'm Off!

Well, I'm off to Stampin' Up's annual convention today! The only thing that could possibly make me not want to go (other than leaving my hubby and little angels for 6 days), is the fact that my boxes of stuff from the new catty arrived yesterday as I arrived home from vacation.  No play time at all!  Everything is GORGEOUS and I can't wait for my Open House on the 19th!   My annual  Open House/ Garage Sale is on Tuesday July 19th from 7-9pm (Doors will open right at 7pm:)!  I will have a fabulous BOGO event on my Garage Sale merchandise so you don't want to miss out!  All purchases of $25+ made from the new catalogue will get you your new 2011/2012 catalogue for free!  Please make sure to RSVP no later than Sunday July 17th so that I can have a make-n-take ready for you.  There are lots of door prizes to be won, specials to be had, as well as some fabulous samples from Stampin' Up's Convention as I will have just returned!  Make sure to bring your camera to photograph the new swaps!  You are welcome to invite along new friends, and I will have a special little gift for you and your friend!

I wanted a little something for my girls who are attending so I made up this little notepad holders on My Digital Studio and then inserted them into the covers of my clear stamp cases.  Hopefully they won't seem them this morning as they'll be as busy as I am running around last minute packing:)  Have a great day and watch for updates while I'm away!

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