Variations of Vintage...

I had so much fun creating this page today!  Awful to say... but it was in my head all day!  Check out my blog post on all of the new releases! When it comes to card making, I'm still really learning about the Vintage look, so it was so much fun to play with digital stamps that instantly made the page look vintage!  My neice is always such an easy subject for a girlie page... really she's my only subject for the girlie pages!  I have two neices, one who is not quite 2 and the other who is almost 6.  One is from my side of the family and one is from my hubby's.  Although they both have those little, blond, angel ringlets, the older of the two is more likely to be caught in her hockey gear scoring a goal! 

I was so excited to see how the scallop trim corner and scallop trim border punches worked in MDS... they were a breeze and I could simply adjust my photo to fit perfectly!  These are a MUST!

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MDS: Vintage Vogue Stamp Set, Vintage Overlay, Corduroy Brads, Satin Ribbon, Scallop Trim Corner Punch, Scallop Trim Border Punch

Stampin' Royalty Challenge #14

This was my card for the Stampin' Royalty colour challenge this week... what a tough one!  It was Taken with Teal, Tempting Turquoise and So Saffron.  I find that when I'm stuck with a colour challenge, I really have to draw from my DSP for help.  Make sure to go and check out the fabulous projects created by the other goddesses... I'm always in awe of what everyone comes up!

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Paper: So Saffron, Whisper White, Taken with Teal, Tempting Turquoise, Flock Together DSP
Embellishments: Build-a-Brad, Linen Thread, Whisper White Satin Ribbon, Non SU button
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals, Pop Up Glue Dots
Sizzix: SU Many Thanks Sizzlit
Punches: Scallop Trim Border, Scallop Circle, 1/2" circle

The World is Right Again!

Stampin' Up made the hugest announcement today... a Colour Renovation!  What does this mean you ask... Baja Breeze is back... does anything else matter??????????  teehee.

As of July 1st, there will be five new colours in the Stampin' Up family...okay... stop jumping up and down and screaming... there's more!  Ten previous In Colours will be returning!   For those sticklers out there who pay attention to EVERY detail... you're going to count 6 new colours, but I've got you there!  Crumble Cake is just the name that Kraft will be taking on as of the new catty!  If you look at the photo above, you'll notice that the names of the colour families have changed as well... in fact they won't even be called colour families anymore... they are now called colour collections.  You'll also notice that there are a number of colours gone from the old colour families.  I was a little shocked at first, but the more I looked, the more I realized that the colours that have disappeared are the colours I use least.  I guess I'm not alone!


At this point... there's still a lot of sorting out and info to be released so I'll update you as I learn more... all I know is that if you have favourite colours on the Fond Farewell List, that I would start thinking ahead now... reinkers for your current stamp pads and extra paper!  For clarification, here's some lists:

5 New Colours :
Marina Mist
Daffodil Delight
Cherry Cobbler
Cajun Craze
Early Espresso

10 Returning In Colours :
Baja Breeze
Melon Mambo
Pink Pirouette
Rich Razzleberry
Riding Hood Red
River Rock
Soft Suede
Tangerine Tango
Wild Wasabi


 In addition, information on the 5 new In Colours will be released in June!  Want to get hold of all of these products early?  The only way is as a demonstrator!  If you've been thinking about joining, now is a perfect time!  It will give you early access to all of these fabulous new colours... just imagine the new accessories to come too!  I would love to have you as part of my West Coast Creators team as we head into this exciting transition!

Watch for more info in the weeks to come!
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New Digital Downloads for My Digital Studio

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Punch up your My Digital Studio projects with eleven new downloadable images from Stampin′ Up! You'll love these new punch images and stamp brush sets, and they’ll make a perfect addition to your My Digital Studio library. Use the search keyword DWNLDA in OEX to see these new images, and place your order today! Item Number Name           Price 121061    Vintage Overlay Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download $7.95 121062    Vintage Vogue Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download    $5.95 121064    Well Scripted Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download    $5.95 121066    Rough Type Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download    $13.25 122131    Extra Large Two-Step Bird punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122132    Extra Large Fancy Flower punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122133    Medium Jewelry Tag punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122134    Pinking Hearts Border punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122135    Pinking Hearts Corner punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122136    Scallop Trim Border punch - Digital Download    $1.25 122137    Scallop Trim Corner punch - Digital Download    $1.25

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MDS Eggs:)

 This was a page that I put together before Easter using my MDS.  Unfortunately I did not think to have the boys in colour coordinating PJ's that morning so I changed all my photos to Sepia to deal with the violent clashing:)  We're definitely going to have to get in the habit of wardrobe planning based on mommy's previously determined scrap page:)

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This is Why I Do This...

I know that people become Stampin' Up demonstrators for a number of different reasons.  We all have our stories.  Mine was one of necessity, or at least it became one shortly after I joined.  I signed up because I wanted a discount... then I needed to make some extra money for my family.  Where I am now, is a place that I love.  It is not out of necessity anymore.... it's all about the AMAZING friendships that I've made.  I am so thankful that SU enabled me to do what I needed for my family when it was necessary, and I'm so thankful for all of the fabulous downline, upline, sideline, and more importantly customers who are now my friends.   This gorgeous card was one sent to me by a super sweet friend, Jennifer, who is one of my customers.  I did a workshop at her house a few weekends ago, and for some silly reason, she sent me a thank you card!  She was the one who let me into her house to meet her friends!  Isn't this card gorgeous?  Major talent here!

Stamp Set(s): Flight of the Butterfly
Paper: Very Vanilla, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Cottage Wall DSP
Ink: Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry
Embellishments: Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Grosgrain
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Paper Snips
Adhesives: Snail,  Dimensionals
Punches: Butterfly Punch, Scallop Trim Border

The second card was done by one of the most fun people I know,  Sabriena Satchwell, one of my downline!  This was a birthday card she made for me this year.  A little embarrassing to admit, but she had to include post it notes inside for me so that I understood how to open this "fabulous folds" card!  Check out her blog post on this card to see how to make one for yourself!

This third card was made by a super sweet member of my downline, Sandra, as a thank you.  Sandra was actually the one who introduced me to Stampin' Up two years ago when she invited me to a party that she was having at her house!  I love this old Autumn Vine DSP... so beautiful!   Sandra know I am such an Earth Elements person:) 

Thank you to everyone, whether it is your cards, emails, and your blog comments.  I know that I've never even met some of you, but it is amazing how well I feel like I know you all!  Thanks so much for all of your support throughout my endeavors with this business!

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Free Workshop Wow DVDs Special Offer

Stampin' Up has just released this fabulous new promotion for new recruits!  If you've been thinking about joining, this is an AMAZING offer!  These CD's have the most fabulous demonstrations ever!  they have a combined value of almost $54!  This is in addition to the other obvious financial benefits of joining

• get a 20% discount on all catalog merchandise
• get 30% instant income off of your first order placed after signing up
• purchase a Starter Kit with nearly a $430 value for only $249 (stamp sets, inks and papers customizable) or the Digital Starter Kit with nearly a $400 value for only $239

Special Offer Dates: April 1-May 31, 2010 (or while supplies last)
Special Offer DetailsFrom April 1-May 31, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator and receive two FREE technique DVDs (2007-2008 and 2008-2009 Workshop Wow DVDs).

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Free Technique DVD Details

	Item	Description	Retail Value
View a brief video clip here	118082	Workshop Wow DVD 2008-2009 (140 min.) Sampling of Workshop Wow presentations from Stampin' Up's 2008-2009 regional seminars. Includes 19 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques.	$32.95
View a brief video clip here	113106	Workshop Wow 2007-2008 DVD (117 min.) Sampling of Workshop Wow presentations from Stampin' Up's 2007-2008 regional seminars. Includes 18 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques for use in preparing for workshops.	$20.97
Total Value			$53.92

*DVDs are in English only

Things to Remember

• This incentive available to all new recruits (first time joins, rejoins, etc.). 
• Free Workshop Wow DVDs will automatically ship with the new demonstrator's Starter Kit.
• This special offer is good for both the standard Starter Kit and the Digital+ Starter Kit.
• DVDs are not substitutable.
• New demonstrator deadlines:
  
  • Online : Monday, May 31, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)
  • Mail: Monday, May 31, 2010 (received in-office)

To join my AMAZING West Coast Creators time... click here and then choose "Join Me" in the bottom left hand corner. You will need to enter my password to continue, "scrapaholic"  (not in quotes).

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Two-Step Into Spring Promotion is On Now!

I thought that I'd better get off my buns and let you know about Stampin' Up's new Two-Step Into Spring Promotion.  This is an opportunity to purchase a Sneak Peek stamp set from the upcoming July catalogue OR you can earn it for free for hosting a $460 workshop in the month of April!  In addition, Stampin' Up has decided as an added bonus that they would offer some other fabulous Two-Step stamp sets at a 20% discount this month! (no other purchase necessary:)  

In celebration of this exciting sale, I thought I'd better get my Trendy Trees stamp set out and give it some love!  Watch for samples with the other three coming up! 

Promotion Dates: April 1-30, 2010

Hostesses
Host a $460 workshop and receive the brand-new Two-Step Awash with Flowers stamp set FREE!

Item	Description
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)

Customers
Two-Step into spring with a sneak peek from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue! Be the first to add the Awash with Flowers stamp set to your collection.

Item	Description	Price
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)	$52.95
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)	$36.95

Plus, purchase spring-themed Two-Step Stampin' sets at 20 percent off the retail price--no additional purchase necessary!
Qualifying stamp sets are listed below:

Item	Page	Description	Discount Price
113824	94	Greenhouse Garden	$27.96
113734	98	Fifth Avenue Floral	$26.36
111578	101	Flower Fancy	$39.16
113258	112	Trendy Trees	$19.16

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Stamp Set(s): Trendy Trees
Paper: Tall Tales, Chocolate Chip, So Saffron, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ink: So Saffron, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Embellishments: Jumbo Eyelets, Vintage Brads
Tools: Mat Pack, Paper Piercer, Crop-o-dile
Adhesives: Snail, Dimensionals
Punches: Large Oval

Second Sneak Peek

Here's the little gift bag that I mentioned yesterday.  I love that DSP (Sweet Pea Designer Paper Pad)  !!!!  It will be part of the Class-at-Home kit...make sure to leave your feedback as one comment will be chosen as a winner of their own kit.  Remember, I am only able to sell these kits in Canada.  Watch for purchasing options this weekend!

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Upcoming Class at Home Sneak Peek!

This is one of the cards from my upcoming Class-at-Home kit:)  For this kit I've made cards that are truly suitable for every occasion.  It also will include the instructions for those card gift bags that you've been asking for as I designed a coordinating little bag:)  Check back tomorrow for another sneak peek!  Please leave your comments about the samples as I will be randomly choosing a comment to win their own Class-at-Home Kit!  Unfortunately I am only able to offer these kits to Canadian residents:(

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