Traveler 2014 Catalog Sneak Peek

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Wow, yesterday I got my box of 2014 Annual Catalog items and couldn’t wait to dive in. You are going to LOVE the new colors they are rich and beautiful and work so well together with our existing colors. My eye is typically drawn to the softer shades, but our new 2014-2016 are rich and bold and I loved them the moment I saw them.

I know, I know you want to see them right? – quit talking about it and show me. LOL. Well here is my first card that I made using the NEW stamp set, Traveler.

When I saw this set I just fell in love with it. I’m not sure why because typically this set isn’t my style – but the ship in particular called my name. And what a great set to make cards for those men in our lives.

I knew that the globe would make a perfect graduation card for my cousin’s twins, who are graduating this weekend. So I got started stamping quickly deciding to use two of our new In Colors, Mossy Meadow and Lost Lagoon. Don’t you just love the names and the images they conjure up?

Would you love to get your own 2014-2015 Annual Catalog? Why not come to my Retirement Party on Sunday, May 18th and get the opportunity to take your own copy home to drool over! Then stop by during my FREE Project Life event and get to see some of the items in the new catalog in person. You can Click HERE for my Calendar of Events for more information.

I thought you’d like the supply list – our new 2014 products will be available for order on Monday, June 2nd!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Traveler (134510/134513), Teeny Tiny Wishes (128748/127802), and Really Good Greetings (130330/130333)

Inks: Mossy Meadow (133645), Lost Lagoon (133644) , Hello Honey (133643)

Paper: Natural White (102316), Mossy Meadow (133676), and Lost Lagoon Card Stock(133679)

Accessories: Blender Pen (102845)

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RETIREMENT STAMP LIST (Pdf)

RETIREMENT ACCESSORY LIST (pdf)

Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, May 5th 2014 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

Two FREE Events in May

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

I’ve got two fun events scheduled in May in addition to my classes. So why not come and join the fun?

Sunday, May 18th drop in any time between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Tuesday, May 20th drop in any time between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Upcoming May Classes

Soho Card Set Stamp Camp

Monday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m.

Class Fee $30; $20 refundable with a minimum $25 order at class

Technique Tuesday

Tuesday, May 27th at 6:30 p.m.

Class Fee $10; $5 refundable with a minimum $25 order at class

You can find all the details about my events on my Calendar. Click HERE to see my Calendar.

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Hostess code WXAUDJ3F

RETIREMENT STAMP LIST (Pdf)

RETIREMENT ACCESSORY LIST (pdf)

Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, May 5th 2014 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

Retirement Party & Giveaways!

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

The retirement list was announced on the 21st so while I’m busy getting ready for the retirement party I wanted to have some fun leading up to it.

If you haven’t already seen or printed the stamps and accessories list check out these links below – remember stamps and accessories are only available while supplies last this year and they are selling fast!

STAMPS RETIREMENT LIST

ACCESSORIES RETIREMENT LIST

I’m going to outline the Retirement Party Giveaways and how you can participate for those of you who joined in the fun last year you already know the drill. Giveaways will be posted randomly on my facebook, YouTube , Pinterest, Twitter and on my Blog and will continue until the deadline of May 17th. (This will give me enough time to complie names so that they can be announced the day of my Retirement Party on May 18th!)

I’m going to give you lots of ways to play along and win! I want everyone to have fun helping me spread the work about my Retirement Party which is FREE!

Here’s how you can enter ANY of my Retirement Party Giveaways:

First, Make sure have done one of the following-

Liked my Stamp with Jini facebook page
Subscribed to my blog so you’ll receive my posts right in your inbox
Subscribed to my Monthly Newsletter
Subscribed to my YouTube Channel
Followed me on Pinterest

Post a comment ANY of the following places –

At the bottom of this post
At the bottom of the Retirement List announcement
On any of my Facebook posts starting now through Saturday, May 17th
Leave a comment on any of the future Retirement Party Giveaway posts
Pin any of my projects using our retiring stamps on Pinterest. (Make sure you leave a comment somewhere so I know you’ve pinned one of my projects!)

I’ll be gathering up everything and choosing winners randomly from all the comments and shares in those places. The more you participate the more entries you’ll receive!

fine print: everyone is welcome to play along, however, fellow demonstrators won’t be included in the drawing.

Keep a look for more posts with Retirement Party Giveaways through out the up coming weeks leading up to the Party – lets have fun saying Goodbye to our Retirement List.

Have fun and I look forward to seeing you during my FREE Retirement Party event!

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Hostess Code JZT4F3FZ

Place an order with me during the month of April and get this FREE tutorial to create this wonderful card set! Just use my Hostess Code JZT4F3FZ when ordering Online

Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, May 5th 2014 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

Give your best guess – Retirement List Contest!

Posted on April 19, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Have you made your best guess? There is still time to play along – so why not join in the fun?

This year everyone who participates in my Retirement Contest will receive a FREE Tutorial from me for a great project! And the person who guesses the most stamp sets correct will receive a special prize!

Well here are the details:

Make a list of the top 10 stamp sets that you think are retiring from the 2013 Annual Catalog. Then add one more in case I need a tie breaker.
Send me an email – subject line Retirement Party Contest (to [email protected])
Include your name, address, and phone number (I’ll need these if you are the winner so I can get your prize to you!) along with your list
Email me your list by 9 p.m. Saturday, April 19th
Late entries will not be included

Have fun going through the catalog – and don’t forget to make your wish list so you can order your favorites before they are gone!

Then sit back and wait for the Retirement List…. It’s coming on Monday, April 21st.

Want a list sent right to your mailbox? If you’re not on my mailing list why not sign up now? You’ll find my sign up box for my Newsletter at the top right hand corner right here on my blog – And you’ll receive a FREE gift when you do – a free pinwheel tutorial just for you!

FREE SHIPPING APRIL 21ST – APRIL 25TH

And don’t forget, Free Shipping starts Monday, Aprils 21st – so you’ll be able to order more of your favorite products for less!

Want to join in more Retirement Party Fun? Watch face book and here too for more Retirement Information and Giveaways over the next few weeks!

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Hostess code JZT4F3FZ

Get a FREE Tutorial when you place an order with me in April and use the Hostess Code.

Birthday Card Contest – Click HERE for details

Clearance Rack (while supplies last)

Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, April 21st 2014 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

Retirement Stamp Contest – What’s Your Best Guess?

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

On Monday, April 21st this year’s Retirement List will be announced. And for the first time ever Stamps and Accessories are only while supplies last – that’s big, really big!

There is always a lot of speculation as to what stamp sets will be on the Retirement List, and since everyone seemed to have fun participating in my contest last year I thought why not do it again. And of course you need a prizes for it to be a contest, right?

So this year everyone who participates in my Retirement Contest will receive a FREE Tutorial from me for a great project! And the person who guesses the most stamp sets correct will receive a special prize!

Sound like fun? Want to play along? Well there is only one way to test yourself and see how you stack up. Are you ready to challenge yourself and your stamping friends and play along?

Well here are the details:

Make a list of the top 10 stamp sets that you think are retiring from the 2013 Annual Catalog. Then add one more in case I need a tie breaker.
Send me an email – subject line Retirement Party Contest (to [email protected])
Include your name, address, and phone number (I’ll need these if you are the winner so I can get your prize to you!) along with your list
Email me your list by 9 pm Saturday, April 19th
Late entries will not be included

Then sit back and wait for the Retirement List…. It’s coming on Monday, April 21st.

Want to join in more Retirement Party Fun? Watch face book and here too for more Retirement Information and Giveaways over the next few weeks!

But for now – Save the date, Sunday, May 18th, for my 2014 Retirement Party! More details will be coming soon. We’ll have to say goodbye to our old favorites, but we’ll be welcoming new goodies too, such as the exclusive Stampin’ Up! Project Life line.

Have fun going through the catalog – and don’t forget to make your wish list so you can order your favorites before they are gone!

fine print:

If the retirement list is posted early I reserve the right to end the contest early.
contest is for my customers – If you’re a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator you can play along for fun, but won’t be included in the prizes.

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Hostess code JZT4F3FZ

Get a FREE Tutorial when you place an order with me in April and use the Hostess Code.

Birthday Card Contest – Click HERE for details

Clearance Rack (while supplies last)

Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, April 21st 2014 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

By The Tide Cupcakes

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Ok, here is the last post showing you some of the items I made for my Retirement Party this past Sunday. Today I am going to share with you how I made these cute little By the Tide cupcake toppers for the treat table and my Bon Voyage banner.

I used the By the Tide stamp set (item 129117/129120) from the Spring Catalog to make these cute little toppers to keep in line with the Bon Voyage theme of the retirement party.

I stamped the anchor image using Night of Navy Classic Ink (item 126970) onto Whisper White card stock (item 100730). Punched out the image using my 3/4″ Circle Punch (item 119873) and attached this to a 1 1/4″ Scallop Circle Punch (item 127811)Night of Navy card stock (item 100867) piece.

I then layered that onto a Real Red card stock (item 100052) 1 3/8″ circle and finally onto a 1 3/4″ Scallop Circle (item 119854) Night of Navy piece.

Finally I added a dab of Liquid Adhesive (item 110755) to the back and added a toothpick and a second Night of Navy Scallop Circle to cover up the adhesive.

Here is a close up of the cupcake topper. How cute right?

And finally the banner – I really loved the way this turned out. I used My Digital Studio along with the Travel Journey Digital Kit (item 121071) and World Traveler Photobook (item 130066) Digital Downloads to create the images and Designer Series Paper that I cut the letters out with using my Big Shot.

I took my Regals Designer Series Paper Stack (item 117154) and used the Night of Navy patterns and cut my paper into 4″ x 6″ pieces. I cut out the bottom triangles by finding the center, cutting up the middle to the point I wanted and then cutting in from both sides to that center mark. (hope that makes sense) Finally I attached the flags to some twine by punching holes in the two corners using my crop-a-dile and stringing the twine through. I tied bows on each end to finish it off.

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A Cup of Thanks

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Here is a great little treat item that we made during my Retirement Party Sunday. It’s a great little gift to give a friend or anyone for that matter. This fun little pocket made with our Petite Pocket Die holds a couple of coffees, creamers or even biscotti. And the stamp set, Tea Shoppe (item125545/125547), is currently on the retirement list so it is only available to purchase until June 3rd. (Click HERE to see the entire retirement list).

If you’re like me who loves anything to do with coffee, tea pots, or cups. You’ll really love adding this set to your collection since it contains a lot of fun images and lovely sentiments too.

I’ve used the tea cup image from the Tea Shoppe stamp set to create this focal point along with our circle and scallop punches. This is quick and easy to do and one of my favorite things to do with punches. The Not Quite Navy Designer Series Paper is from our Regals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (item 117152) and it contains all 10 colors in 4 different patterns so it’s a great deal.

I’m so glad that Pool Party is part of the Color Refresh and will be added to our Subtles Collection in the 2013-2104 Catalog however, I’m really going to miss this Pool Party 3/8″ Ruffled Ribbon (item 122975). I’ve really loved using this ribbon because it is so easy to work with and a great size.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Tea Shoppe (item125545/125547)

Inks: Not Quite Navy (item 126971)

Paper: Regals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (item 117152)

Accessories: Pool Party 3/8″ Ruffled Ribbon (item 122975), Pool Party Baker’s Twine (item 125574), 1 ¼” and 1 3/8″ Circle Punches (item 119861/119860), 1 3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch (item 119854), 1/16″ Circle Handheld Punch (item 101227), and Paper Piercer and Mat (item 126189/126199)

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Don’t forget – When you place an order using Hostess Code 69D43KUE today thru May 30^th I’ll send you a FREE Boutique Boxes Kit PDF class tutorial for a 6 fun filled projects along with alternate ideas!

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Bon Voyage Post It Note Holders

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

As promised in yesterday post I’ll be sharing how I made these cute little Bon Voyage Post It Note Holders with you today. A friend of mine showed me how to make these little holders during one of our demonstrator events. I thought they were just too cute so I was excited when I ran across them and decided to use them as my little gift to everyone who attended. After all who doesn’t need Post It Notes right?

I think these little Bon Voyage Post It Note Holders are sooo cute that not only am I using them for the Retirement Party but also as little gifts to my daughters friends who will be attending her graduation party – I thought the little piece of luggage was in keeping with them heading off to college too since they’ll be heading off to a new adventure in life.

I created these little Bon Voyage Post It Note Holders using some of our current retiring products. I chose Lucky Limeade card stock (item 122926) and my favorite Designer Series Paper, Floral District (item 126919). I love the colors in this Designer Series Paper; it’s just so bright and cheerful. Did you see the little tags? I used the Fabulous Phrases Stamp Set (item 117002/120501) and chose the words enjoy and life to stamp the two little tags with. I’m really like this stamp set, it gives you such great choices to create all kind of phrases.

You can learn how to make these little Bon Voyage Post it Note Holders by watching my latest video below:

If you haven’t seen the list there is still time, just click HERE for your copy. You have until June 3^rd to place your order for those items you want. But don’t delay since our accessories are only available while supplies last and things are going fast!

Come back tomorrow and I’ll show you the quick and easy card that we made during my Retirement Party.

Remember – When you place an order using Hostess Code 69D43KUE thru May 30^th I’ll send you a FREE Boutique Boxes Kit PDF class tutorial for a 6 fun filled projects along with alternate ideas!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Fabulous Phrases Stamp Set (retiring item 117002/120501)

Inks: Tangerine Tango (item 126946)

Paper: Lucky Limeade Card Stock (retiring item 122926) and Floral District Designer (retiring item 126919)

Accessories: Lucky Limeade Ribbon (retiring item 122977), In Color Brad (retiring item 122940), Lucky Limeade Baker’s Twine (retiring item 125572), 3/16″ Corner Punch (item 119871), Jewelry Tag Punch (retiring item 17190), 1/16″ Circle Handheld Punch (retiring item 101227), Paper Piercing Mat & Piercer (item 126199/126189)

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Just a few days left to get an extra $30 in products when you Join My Team – You’ll be the FIRST to see all the NEW and exciting products in the 2013-2014 Catalog! You can click HERE to see more information about joining my TEAM. Please contact me for all the exciting details regarding the NEW 2013-2014 Catalog and joining. This promotion ends May 30^th!

Moving Forward

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Moving Forward is a great stamp set. Not only does it have fun images, but it also makes a difference in the lives of others.

Moving Forward (item 126320/126322) is a Ronald McDonald House stamp set – what does this mean? When you purchase the Moving Forward stamp set Stampin’ Up! donates $3 to the RMHC®. So not only do you get a great stamp set but you’re helping support families with children who have a serious illness!

And Moving Forward is on the retirement list so it is only available for a limited time. (Click HERE to see the entire list.) Why not get yours before it’s gone? Then watch for the NEW 2013 exclusive stamp set coming soon in our NEW 2013-2014 Catalog coming soon!

Want to make a difference to those folks at the Ronald McDonald House AND get a chance to win an assortment of retiring Designer Series Paper? Well here’s your chance. Want to know how you could become the Winner of my Retirement Party Giveaway #1?

Here are the details…….

1. Create a card, any occasion you’d like (Go ahead and use either a retiring or current Stampin’ Up! Stamp Set and accessories.)

2. Mail the blank card to me:

Jini Merck

2320 Dooley Rd

Clarkesville, GA 30523

3. Place inside your envelope, on a separate piece of paper the following:

Retirement Party Giveaway #1

Your Name

Your Address

Your Phone Number

Your Email Address

(You’ll want me to contact you if you’re the Winner, right?)

4. Mail your card to me on or before May 11^th (That’s so I get it in plenty of time for the drawing on May 19th.)

Want to send in more than one? Sure that would be great and you can mail them all in one envelope. Each card gives you a chance to win! Don’t worry I’ll supply the envelopes when I donate the cards to the Ronald McDonald House.

The Winner of the Retirement Party Giveaway #1 will be announced at my Retirement Party on Sunday, May 19^th and posted on my blog later that evening.

Live local? And want to learn more about my Retirement Party? Click HERE.

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Retirement Party Giveaways

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

The retirement list was announced yesterday so while I’m busy getting your special projects ready for the Retirement Party on May 19th I wanted to do some fun and exciting things leading up to it since it’s my 5th year as a Demonstrator!

The stamps and accessories Retirement Lists were posted yesterday; you can click HERE to get your copy if you haven’t already.

Giveaways will be posted randomly on the Stamp with Jini facebook page, my Stamp with Jini YouTube Channel, Twitter and here on my Blog and will continue until the deadline of May 18^th. (This will give me enough time to gather and compile names so they can be announced the day of my Retirement Party on May 19^th! I’ll post them here on my blog after the party.)

I’m going to be giving you lots of ways to play along and lots of ways to win! I want everyone to have fun and help me spread the word about my Retirement Party which is FREE.

Here’s how you can enter ANY of my Retirement Party Giveaways:

Make sure you have done one of the following-

Liked my Stamp with Jini facebook page
Subscribed to my blog so you’ll receive my posts right in your inbox
Subscribed to my Monthly Newsletter
Subscribed to my YouTube Channel

Post a comment ANY of the following places-

At the bottom of this post
At the bottom of the Retirement List announcement post
On any of my face book posts starting now through Saturday, May 18^th
Leave a comment on any of the future Retirement Party Giveaway posts
Pin any of my projects on Pinterest. (Make sure you leave a comment somewhere so I know you’ve pinned one of my projects!)

I’ll will gather everything and choose winners randomly from all the comments and shares in those places. The more you participate the more entries you get!

Keep a look out for more new posts with Retirement Party Giveaways though out the coming weeks leading up to my FREE Retirement Party! Let’s have FUN saying Bon Voyage to our Retirement List. The party starts NOW!

Enter by following the steps in this post – it’s soooo easy to be a winner! All Retirement Party Giveaways end on Saturday, May 18th at 9 p.m.

fine print: Everyone is welcome to play; however, fellow Demonstrators won’t be included for the drawing.

Have fun and I look forward to seeing you during my FREE Retirement Party event!

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)