Winter Weekend Team Fun

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

This past weekend my Team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, gathered for a few days of stamping, sharing and fun. We gather 3 times a year for these retreats and it is always a blast!

Cindy, gave everyone these sweet little Valentine boxes.

This time there were 7 of us – here is a early morning shot of the space on Saturday morning before the fun began.

This time on Saturday after our Shoe box Swap I introduced the Dice Game – and it seemed to be a hit!

Have you ever played? This game is always fun and it is fast paced!

Here are the rules. There are pans with 2 dice in them, all the prizes are put in the center of the circle. You roll the dice and then pass the pan, if you roll a double you get to choose a prize.

Then after all the prizes are gone from the center the timer is set. Then you start the game again, but this time you steal from each others piles of prizes. Seems there is always one that is highly sought after and is stolen frequently!

When the timer goes off the game is done and everyone gets to open their prizes!

We had so much fun doing this I’m sure we’ll be including it again!

And now on to the cards.

Want to see what we made in our Shoe box Swap? Everyone made great cards to share.

This first one uses the Petal Palette bundle (145973/145974. If you love this bundle of products check out my Class & Events, we’ll be using this in my February 3rd class to create a wonderful stationary box and cards. CLICK HERE for my Calendar of Events.

And here is a elegant card made using the Hold on to Hope bundle (145969/145970) and the Petal Garden Designer Series Paper Stack (144168).

I love the thinlits in the bundle – this larger cross has beautiful detail and the delicate cross in the set not only cuts the cross out, but also embosses a design on it.

And this final card uses the Brusho Crystal Colours (144101) and the Beautiful Day stamp set (145912/145915) found in the Occasions Catalog. Want to learn more about this fun new product? Check out my March class HERE.

Does this sound like fun to you? Would you love to join a group with those who love crafting as much as you? Add the fact that you’ll receive a discount on all these products you love and you can’t loose! If you feel this is a good time to join Stampin’ Up! and my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, contact me – I’d love to tell you more about joining and answer any questions you may have.

What are the Blue Mountain Stampers?

That’s the name of our stamping community. I enjoy welcoming new members to our group. We’re from all over. If you’re considering joining Stampin’ Up!, you may have questions about how I would support you as part of my team. I do offer a variety of ways to learn, grow and to have FUN as a Blue Mountain Stamper!

Exclusive Team Resource Page – videos, PDFs and more
Exclusive Face book Group – A great way to share and connect with other team members and share
Monthly Creative Challenges
Swapping Opportunities
Team Retreats
Meetings – both local and online/virtual
Monthly Crafting Day
Recognition & Incentives
Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very activie group that share and answer each other’s questions on our Exclusive face book group. If you’re looking for fun, a place to grow and share with others…You’ll fit right in!

Hobbyists are welcome!

Did you know? 90% of my Blue Mountain Stampers’ are Happy Shoppers – purchasing for themselves, (along with their family and friends.) That’s right…you can just get a discount on products you love!
We welcome the hobbyist who’s looking to be a “happy shopper” (and save money), as well as those of you that want to build a business (and make money).
Everyone is welcome after all there’s room for both and everyone in between.

And there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

Want to see the card I designed? Stop on back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing my shoe box swap and a free tutorial for you too!

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Sure Do Love You

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s cards were made using the Sure Do Love You stamp set found in the Occasions Catalog – and this set is a perfect set for Valentines Day since it contains some great love sentiments.

These cards have been teamed up with the Painted with Love Designer Series Paper which is colorful and sophisticated and has wonderful gold foil accents.

And check out the Tutti-Frutti Adhesive-Backed Sequins, what fun and so easy to use with the adhesive already on them!

Stop back by – I’ll be sharing some of our fun at the Blue Mountain Winter Weekend Retreat.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sure Do Love You (*145763/145766)

Inks: Rich Razzleberry (126950), Powder Pink (144804) and Melon Mambo Classic Ink (126948)

Paper: Painted with Love Specialty Designer Series Paper (145580), Melon Mambo (115320), Rich Razzleberry (115316), Powder Pink (144244), and Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: Lots to Love Box Framelits Dies (*145653), Tutti-Fruitti Adhesive Backed Sequins (145609), Love Mini Tinsel Trim combo Pack (145588)

*Bundle (145965/145966)

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January’s Class Schedule & More

Posted on January 12, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

Here is my class schedule – I have included 6 months so you can plan and save the dates for those classes you’d enjoy. For those of you who are long distance I’ve included a new option and you’ll find details on my Calendar of Events – If you have any questions please let me know.

Card Class –

Fourth Thursday of the month 10-12 pm or 6-8 pm

1/25, 2/22, 3/22, 4/26, 5/24 and 6/28

Class Fee $15; or FREE with minimum purchase

RSVP Needed Friday before event to save your spot

Paper Pumpkin Craft Time –

Fourth Tuesday of the month 10 am -12pm

1/23, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, 5/22, 6/26

It’s Free when you are a Paper Pumpkin Member!

Want to see what it’s all about? Why not try Paper Pumpkin?
Class Fee $5 (or free when you subscribe)

RSVP Needed Friday before event to save table space for you!

Specialty Classes: (Classes include product)

Don’t want to wait till Class for the bundles? No problem, simply pay for your spot now and let me know you’d like the items right away.

Classes in February, March and April qualify for a FREE Sale-a-bration item of your choice.

Petal Palette Class:

Saturday, February 3rd at 1 pm – 3:30 pm

Make a Stationary Set using this Love themed bundle.

Class includes Petal Palette Stamp Set, Dies and Embellishments
Class CM Bundle Fee $87.50

Class CM Stamp Set Fee $56

Class Fee $25
RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, January 17^th to hold your spot

Beautiful Day Brusho Colors Technique Class:

Saturday, March 10th 1 – 3:30pm

Class Bundle Fee $71 or Class only $25

Class includes stamp set, Brusho Crystal Colors and Watercolor Paper

RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, February 14th

Barn Door Slider Cards Class:

Saturday, April 14th 1 – 3:30 pm

Class Bundle Fee $65 or Class only $25

Class includes stamp set, Thinlits and Foam Adhesive Strips

RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, March 21st

Waterfront Card Class:

Saturday, May 5^th 1 – 3:30 pm

Class Bundle Fee $25 or Class Fee $20

Class includes stamp set

RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, April 11^th

If you’d like to receive emails for my Classes, you can Sign up for my FREE Newsletter (My Newsletters include stamping tips, ideas and updates on what is happening with me! You’ll also receive a FREE Class Tutorial using the 2017-2019 In Colors when you sign up!)

Got a big Wish List? Why not get a discount? Ask me how you can save!

Sale-a-bration is a wonderful time to join – Starting January 3^rd you’ll get up to $225 in your choice of products for just $99 and Free shipping!!! So if you have ever thought about Joining – I’d love for you to join my Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers.

Blue Mountain Stampers Team Meeting-

First Tuesday of the month 1 – 3:30 pm

1/2, 2/6, 3/6, 4/3, 5/1, 6/5

Come see what being a Demonstrator is all about and join the fun!

Blue Mountain Stampers Craft Time – Relax and enjoy some time crafting with your team members with access to all my stamping goodies!

Fourth Tuesday of the month 12:30 – 4:30 pm

1/23, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, 5/22, 6/26

Blue Mountain Stampers Swaps

Today is the beginning of my Blue Mountain Winter Weekend Retreat and I’m looking forward to getting together with my team for a full weekend of crafting. What could be better, right?

So today I thought I’d share some of my team members swaps from the January Team Meeting. I can’t wait to see what they’ve been up to in the last couple of weeks!

And at our January Meeting we had a lot of fun working with the new Stamparatus too! (I’m so lucky to have received one of the first Stamparatus tools since I’m part of the Leader to Leader program who helped design this.)

I’m looking forward to sharing it with you in my January Card Class so you can see and use it too!

I’m working on some videos for you and hope to be posting them soon.

So stop by next week and see what we’ve been up to. Better go – lots to do before the fun starts this afternoon. LOL!

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Beautiful Heartfelt Blooms

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

When I first saw this stamp set at OnStage in Salt Lake I knew it would be a have to have for me, and so I thought everyone would love to make a card using the set for my Occasions Kick Off. The image is just breath taking and so realistic. Stampin’ Up! currently has a patent pending on these these type of stamps. They are photographic realistic and have tons of depth – they are called Distinktive stamps.

Beautiful, right? I love the Powder Pink and Berry Burst colors that were used, just perfect!

Believe it or not all you have to do is ink up this stamp – it does all the work for you. The stamp lays down different opacities of ink giving a deep rich image.

Want to make your own? As promised here is the tutorial for you today.

Heartfelt Blooms Card Tutorial (printable) PDF

This set, Heartfelt Blooms is one of our Sale-a-bration offerings and is FREE with a $50 purchase (before tax and shipping).

There is 3 different ways to get this set – Shop, Host, or Join. the choice is up to you. If you’d like more information about being a Host and earning FREE stuff, why not contact me today?

Want a Catalog & Wondering How to Get YOUR own Copy?

If you haven’t ordered in a while
Don’t have a demonstrator

Contact me at [email protected] or give me a call. I’ll be happy to mail you one or if your local set one aside for pick up

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Shop at my Online Store in January and use Host Code DJ9ZJAKU place a $50 order and receive a FREE gift!

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Flying Home

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

The Flying Home is a image set that is filled with sweet little images perfect for all kinds of occasions.

and while it doesn’t have any sentiments included in the set, this makes it perfect for pairing up with the sentiments of your choice.

Today I’m sharing with you one of the cards we made during my Occasions Catalog Kick Off. It’s a total case since I loved it just the way it was. There is a bit of fussy cutting for the nest and butterfly, but that’s well worth it I think.

And as mentioned I’m including a Tutorial for the card so you can make one too! I just love how easy our Stampin’ Blends make coloring this card!

Flying Home Card Tutorial (Printable PDF)

Enjoy!

Want to take the #redboxchallenge?

Yesterday I shared my alternate Paper Pumpkin Project using the December Kit and forgot to share with you the #redboxchallenge. I thought you might enjoy the challenge too.

Anyone can play since you have until the end of the month to participate so if you arent already a Paper Pumpkin subscriber you can join before the end of the day tomorrow and get past kits.

Here are the details:

Stampin up has decided to kick off 2018 with a super fun giveaway. They are calling it the Red Box Challenge, and it’s easy to get in on the fun!

Simply put together a WOW project using an unused, past kit – or buy a past kit that you’ve had your eye on. Then share an image of your project on Facebook or Instagram with #redboxchallenge and you will be entered into a random drawing to win a Paper Pumpkin kit.

Now, all our kits are amazing — but the random drawing winners will receive the upcoming Paper Pumpkin 5th Anniversary March kit. (This is sure to be extra special!).

Interested? You’ll need to read the Red Box Challenge Rules

click HERE to see the rules and fine print

See you tomorrow when I’ll be sharing another tutorial for a card made with the fantastic Sale-a-bration set Heartfelt Blooms!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Flying Home (145926/145929) and Petal Palette (*145788)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black,(132708), Wild Wasabi Classic Ink (126959), Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (144597), Pool Party Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (144605), Light Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends (144578), Light Bermuda Bay Stampin’ Blends (144580), Ivory Stampin’ Blends (144606) and Bronze Stampin’ Blends (144607)

Paper: Daisy Delight Designer Series Paper (144137), Wild Wasabi (108641), Pool Party (122924) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Petals & More Thinlits Dies (*145655)

Petal Palette Bundle (*145974/145973)

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Lots of Lavender Sachet Video Tutorial

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

I recently held my Occasions Catalog Kick Off the end of December and so I thought I’d share the projects that we made with you over the next few days along with the tutorials for them. Today’s lavender sachet was their gift for attending.

Everyone was great about the fact I wasn’t able to finish assembling them myself due to a last minute procedure the day before, so it became a third project for them. LOL! I’ve got such a great group of stampers!

We had a lot of fun using the new products and stamping together. Everyone who attended not only made 3 fun projects, but also got to see the fun new products from them for the first time.

Want to see how they are made? I’ve whipped up a quick video tutorial for you and also a printed tutorial too!

Lots of Lavender Sachet Video Tutorial

Lots of Lavender Sachet Tutorial (Printable) PDF

Here is what I used to fill the sachets –

The recipe for the sachet filling is easy to make, I’ve included it in the Tutorial, all you need is some corn cob pet bedding and essential oils.

The Lots of Lavender Stamp Set is part of our FREE Sale-a-bration products. What is Sale-a-bration? It’s a great time of year! When you shop with me, for every $50 you spend (before tax and shipping), you get to choose a FREE product from the Sale-a-bration brochure. Plus, new this year: You can earn even bigger rewards when you spend $100. Just look for the $50 & $100 reward icons when looking through the brochure.

If you are shopping in my Online Store – the ordering system will prompt you and let you know which options you have.

There are 3 ways to save and earn during Sale-a-bration – Shop, Host or Join the choice is yours! Let’s set a private party date today for you and your friends so you can Host and earn an extra $25 in Host Rewards!

Got questions? Please let me know I’m here to help.

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing one of the cards we made using the Flying Home stamp set from the Occasions Catalog.

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

Shop at my Online Store in January and use Host Code DJ9ZJAKU place a $50 order and receive a FREE gift!

Wondering How to Get YOUR Copy?

If you haven’t ordered in a while
Don’t have a demonstrator

Contact me at [email protected] or give me a call. I’ll be happy to mail you one or if your local set one aside for pick up

Flora & Flutter – Paper Pumpkin Fun!

Posted on January 8, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

I love the surprise each month when my Paper Pumpkin Kit arrives each month in the mail – it’s like Christmas all over again!

The December kit, Flora and Flutter was fantastic with the laser cut outs and glimmer paper. I loved the projects as soon as I saw them!

And last month when we got together at my Paper Pumpkin Craft Time my friend Shirley and I decided to play a bit and come up with an alternative idea for one of the projects. Want to see it? Here is what we came up with.

The kits came with a ton of goodies in it! and typically there are always extra pieces to work with after you finish the kit as they instruct.

How’d we do it? Basically all I added was a Berry Burst Card base, everything else was in the box. I took the Peekaboo Peach slated piece and cut the longest slat from the circle. And then I cut down the card itself to 3 3/4″ x 3 3/4″ for the focal point.

Once I did that I did the following

Assembly:

1. Cut a Berry Burst card stock base 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″; scored on 4 1/4″ and folded in half.

2. Adhered the circle piece, minus the slat onto the front of my card base.

3. Adhered the Glimmer Paper to the Peakaboo Peach layer with adhesive strips provided.

3. Then I adhered the laser cut piece that I’d cut down to the Peekaboo Peach/Glimmer layer. (The Glimmer Paper is slightly smaller than this laser cut piece so it didn’t peak out.)

4. Stamped the butterfly in Berry Burst onto precut butterfly piece and attached it with a glue dot.

5. Stamped the sentiment in Berry Burst onto the precut banner.

6. Adhered the slat pieces to either side of the finished banner and trimmed as desired. Then added it below the focal point.

Voila! a beautiful full sized card simply by adding a piece of Berry Burst card stock!

These kits are fantastic for the beginning crafter and are wonderful for all ages since everything is included.

But hurry you’ll want to sign up before the end of the day January 10th (11:50 pm MT) so you can get your January Kit!!!

Want to learn more?

Did you know during Sale-a-bration not only can you get fantastic kits mailed right to your door, you can EARN FREE Products too? It’s simple with the 3 month prepaid subscription you’ll get to choose a FREE item, purchase a 6 month prepaid subscription and you’ll get 2!

Click HERE to learn more about our Prepaid Subscription options.

Or if you prefer just subscribe to our monthly subscription service and only pay $19.95 a month. (The price includes shipping.)

Click HERE to learn more.

As always if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by email at [email protected] or phone 706 754-7124

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing with you a fun tutorial for a project that we made during my Occasions Catalog Kick Off. See you then!

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2018 Occasions Catalog Organizational Items

Posted on January 8, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

Good news, I’ve got my laptop back and think I’ve got most of the programs back up and running over the weekend – After hours sitting on the phone with tech support last week were still working out some of the bugs, but I’m hoping the rest of 2018 will be a Dell free year! LOL

Now on to some organizational items that I have created for you. After all who doesn’t love organizing their craft room?

This first item is a index for the new catalog – I’ve set it up like I did last with the stamps in one column and the accessories in another listed by group. Let me know how you like it by leaving a comment below. And of course if you find a mistake, please let me know I’m happy to correct the file for everyone.

2018 Occasions Catalog Index

Printable PDF

And of course a quick and easy color reference for all of the Designer Series Paper that are new! This includes the fun Bubbles & Fizz FREE Sale-a-bration paper too!

2018 Designer Series Paper Chart

Printable PDF

And so that you can get those Dies on the shelf with your other cases, here is my Case Inserts for the new Framelits and Thinlits. If you haven’t used these before you’ll find the ones for the Annual Catalog HERE. (And if you need others you can find them under Organization. I’ve been doing these organizational items for years now!)

Framelits & Thinlits Dies Case Inserts

Apron Builder Framelits Dies PDF
Bottles & Bubbles Framelits Dies PDF
Café Builder Framelits Dies PDF
Celebrate You Thinlits Dies (Sale-a-bration) PDF
Cross of Hope Framelits Dies PDF
Magical Mates Framelits Dies PDF
Party Hat Builder Framelits Dies PDF
Petals & More Framelits Dies PDF
Picnic Basket Builder Framelits Dies PDF
Rainbow Builder Framelits Dies PDF
Sliding Door Framelits Dies PDF
Sweet Cake Framelits Dies PDF
Thrill Ride Pop-Up Thinlits Dies PDF

Enjoy! And why not stop back by later this afternoon when I’ll be sharing a project with you? I’ve so much to share I don’t want to wait till tomorrow!

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Join the Blue Mountain Stampers

It’s a fun time of year to join Stampin’ Up! since a brand new Catalog has just been release! Right now you can join my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, for just $99 your starter kit containing over $225 in product. PLUS – your kit ships for free!

Want to learn more? Check out the links below:

What are the Blue Mountain Stampers?
Join here
Got more questions, feel free to contact me: [email protected]

Whether you want to join for the discount or to make a little extra cash – you’ll be able to save on your stamping supplies!

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Ocassions Catalog & Sale-a-bration Starts today!

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

I’m so excited and think you will be too with all the wonderful new products found in the Occasions Catalog!

Click HERE to set Catalog PDF

Click HERE to see the Sale-a-bration Catalog

There are 3 Ways to Celebrate during Sale-a-bration:

SHOP:
- For every $50 you spend (before shipping/tax), choose a FREE product from the Sale-a-Bration Brochure.
- And this year we have a new option! You can Earn even bigger rewards when you spend $100 (before shipping/tax)

Just Look for the Pool Party ($50 options) and Calypso Coral starburst ($100 options) in your brochure.

HOST a Private Party, Book Party, or Virtual Party with me:
- When your party, club or online order totals $250.00 or more, you’ll earn an additional $25.00 in Stampin’ Rewards!

JOIN my Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers:
- Create your own bundle of products with Stampin’ Up’s Starter Kit – You get to choose $125 in products for only $99 and get FREE Shipping!!
- Plus during Sale-a-Bration – choose TWO additional FREE stamp sets – any stamp sets (that’s a possible value up to $101!)
Click HERE for more information about my team, The Blue Mountain Stampers

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or 706 754-7124

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

Shop at my Online Store in January and use Host Code DJ9ZJAKU place a $50 order and receive a FREE gift!

One Big Meaning

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Stamp with Jini

If you send a lot of Thank You cards then the One Big Meaning stamp set (18788/139420) might be a great choice for you since it is filled with a wonderful selection of fonts and sizes. I find myself reaching for it all the time and at this time of year I’ve always got thank you that need to be sent.

This first card not only uses the One Big Meaning sentiment but also the Falling Flowers stamp set (139553/139556).

And do you recognized the Painted Autumn Designer Series Paper peeking out behind the flower – awesome right? And good news you can still get this paper until the end of the day today since the Holiday Catalog items on the Retirement List can be ordered while supplies last until 11:50 p.m. (MT) tonight!

And here is another wonderful card using the set and the Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper (144137) is peeking out from behind the vellum card stock (101856).

Check out the lovely Powder Pink 3/8″ Shimmer Ribbon – if you haven’t seen our shimmer ribbon in person it is just lovely.

And here are a couple more Thank You cards I wanted to share with you. This first one uses the Daisy Delight Bundle (143669) and the same Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper.

And this last one uses the Fabulous Flamingo stamp set (143758). and the Petal Burst Embossing Folder (144193).

Stop back by next time when I’ll be sharing my NEW 2018 Occasions Catalog organizational items with you.

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Shop at my Online Store in January and use Host Code K762Q7KA place a $75 order and receive a FREE gift from me!

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