Monthly Archives: November 2020

Freezin’ Fun

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Winter isn’t winter without some fun freezing in the snow. Or at least that is how I felt as a child growing up in Wisconsin. That first snowfall was always so much fun! Childhood memories or being wrapped up tight with my scarf. There were times I was so bundled up to go out and play I waddled out the door. And as a teen I got to learn how to ski with friends on school field trips to Little Switz. Ahh… the memories cool noses and toes. So the Freezin’ Fun stamp set immediately spoke to me when I saw it.

After all who can resist these cute little animal images? And these images are perfect for coloring a number of ways too. While all these cards use our Stampin’ Blends for a fun bold color you can also you aqua painters or Blender Pens with our Classic Ink too for a softer look.

Want to see some cards? Here are 3 great cards using this set. This first one is done in Seaside Spray and Pacific Point.

The little racoon is cut out with the Freezin’ Friends Dies (153561) and has our lovely 1/4″ Metallic Ribbon (150446) from the Annual Catalog along with the Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Folder (150646) for texture.

And this next card uses the money saving Freezin’ Fun Bundle (155176) to create this wonderful winter ski scene.

And finally this last card creates a wonderful winter scene using the fun shadow box card technique.

I can’t pick a favorite. Can you? Why not leave me a comment and let me know which one you like best?

If you like this stamp set as much as I do, why not check out my upcoming class? It’s a fun class where we’ll be making some holiday treats and gift items. You can find more information on my Calendar of Events HERE.

But you’ll want to hurry and save your spot! Today is the last day to RSVP for my LIVE event or my Online Class. You’ll find all the details HERE.

Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some fun team projects with you.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Freezin’ Fun (153341)

Accessories: Freezin’ Friends Dies (153561)

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If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Warm & Toasty

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A fun set with fun images and sentiments for the season! Warm & Toasty is sure to make you smile.

Check out these fun cards make using this stamp set. This first card is a fun card that measures 4 1/4″ x 4 1/4″. It uses our beautiful Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper to create a wonderful night sky back drop for this little fellow.

Those Iridescent Pearls (153549) aren’t just for Halloween. They are great for all our holiday needs! And this next card is a fun gate fold that opens down the center.

The 6×6 ‘Tis the Season Designer Series Paper (153489) is used to inspire the color choice in the coloring choice for the image. And check out those Red Rhinestones(146924) found in our Annual Catalog. They are already colored for you and ready to go!

And this last card uses the hounds tooth pattern from our Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper (153492) along with the Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder (142718) to add texture. And can you see the Snowflake Adhesive Backed Embellishments (153545)? I’m obsessed with these little iridescent snowflakes – they are sooo much fun to add to our winter projects!

Whew! These little guys are hard to resist.

And did you know that this the Warm & Toasty Stamp set is one of the 2 sets that I’ll be using in my Santa’s Workshop Class? We’ll be making some treats and gift items for giving this holiday season. So why not join me for a little you time? Relaxing and stamping during the busy holiday season is good for everyone.

Why not check it out on my Calendar of Events? I’ve got a LIVE and Online option for this class. We’ll be making some fun little treats & gift items.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Warm & Toasty (152615)

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If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

More Snowflake Wishes

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Snow. How magical and beautiful it is with it’s icy blues when it falls and lays pristinely on the ground. And the Snowflake Wishes bundle gives you just that. The fun of the Christmas snowfall without all the work!

Check out these 3 lovely cards done in shades of blue and lots of glittering perfection – perfect for the holiday season. This first card uses simple stamping and teams it up with the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper  and Balmy Blue Glimmer Paper. The Snowflake Splendor 1/4″ Ribbon adds a bit more sparkle! I love how this ribbon picks up the colors around it, making it a great choice for all kinds of projects.

There is lots of texture on this next card since it uses the Winter Snow Embossing Folder as a back drop.

And this last card uses an emboss resist technique – the snowflakes are heat embossed using White Embossing Powder (109132) and then sponged to make them pop! For this card the Blue Adhesive Baked Gems bring a bit of glitz!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Snowflake Wishes (*153444)

Paper: Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper (153512) and Balmy Blue Glimmer Paper (153513)

Accessories: So Many Snowflake Dies (*153560), Winter Snow Embossing Folder (153577), Snowflake Splendor 1/4″ Ribbon (153548), and Blue Adhesive Baked Gems (153547)

Save 10% when you order the Snowflake Wishes Bundle (153560)

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Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Poinsettia Place Suite of Products found in the Mini Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Last Chance to RSVP for the LIVE or Online Santa’s Workshop

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Choose from my LIVE event or VIRTUAL option

RSVP and prepay by Thursday, November 19th

Class Fee Only $35 and includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit

Class Only Option includes PDF & Videos (no kit included) just $15  

Add On option available for Stamps sets
we’ll be using Freezin’ Fun and Warm & Toasty for this class

RSVP and prepay by Thursday, November 19th

Simply RSVP with you options and I’ll Email Links to Prepay for Class
Pick up is free or Shipping just $8  

Save your spot today LIVE Class size is limited due to social distancing

If choosing the Online Kit to Go option you’ll need the following to recreate the projects in the Kit as shown:

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad

Highland Heather Classic Ink

Balmy Blue Classic Ink

Real Red Classic Ink

Misty Moonlight Classic Ink

Old Olive Stampin’ Blends

Pool Party Stampin’ Blends

Balmy Blue Stampin’ Blends

Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends

Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends

Real Red Stampin’ Blends

Misty Moonlight Stampin’ Blends

Kit ships for FREE when you place an order in my Online Store for $65 using Host Code XDUYBZCA

Adhesive not included

Need Adhesive? Let me know and I can have some for you at class or in your Add On Option.

See more about my upcoming classes on my Calendar of Events

Peace & Joy

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If you like dies and quick and easy cards the Peace & Joy bundle might be just up your alley.

This set has big bold images and words that pop. Team it up with classic gold like this first card.

Or try it with your favorite Designer Series Paper

like these cards that use the Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper (153492)

and you’ve got quick and easy cards to send out this holiday season!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Peace & Joy (*153430)

Accessories: Joy Dies (*153530)

*Save 10% when you purchase the Bundle (155167)

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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code WUJKQ9XP

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Poinsettia Place Suite of Products found in the Mini Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

More Dove of Hope

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Earlier I shared with you so soft and lovely cards made with the Dove of Hope Bundle and so today I thought I would continue with some more card using this wonderful bundle of products.

This first card continues with the lovely blue and silver combination which is one of my favorites for the holidays. Reminding me of all the cool blues of the winter months.

But these next two card use a bolder pallet of color

This first card is bold and striking. Created using the Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper (105429) and the beautiful deep and rich In Color Pretty Peacock.

And this next card teams up our Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper (153487) and Goil Foil Paper (132622) for a beautifully elegant look.

So which do you like? Bold or Subtle? Why not leave me a comment and let me know. It’s part of what I like about paper crafting you can create based on your own style when you see a layout that strikes you simply by changing out the colors and paper!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dove of Hope (*153406)

Accessories: Detailed Dove Dies (*153526)

*Save 10% when you purchase the Dove of Hope Bundle (155158) today!

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Dove of Hope

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Doves the universal sign of love & peace. And did you know that doves appear in the symbolism of Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Paganism, and of both military and pacifist groups? That is a lot of ground to cover for just one image. So why not take a look at the Dove of Hope Bundle in a new light?

This first card uses the stamped image and the mask technique. The area below the dove has been sponged with Seaside Spray and Highland Heather for a soft look. The silver pattern behind the Nested Die cut image is from our Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Rhinestones pull in that bit of silver into the focal point.

The Tine Tile 3D Embossing Folder add some interest and texture to this card. Soft and lovely and here are two more cards using this soft color pallet along with the coordinating dies.

Done using the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper (153512) this card is soo easy simply stamp your sentiment and cut out the images and then add a few of the Snowflake Adhesive Embellishments (153545) for a bit of shimmer & shine.

And this last card uses our Purple Posy and Highland Heather to create a tone on tone effect.

So what do you think? Want to take a look at this bundle? You can find it on page 13 of our Mini Catalog. Don’t have a local demonstrator or the Mini Catalog and would like one? Why not email me [email protected] your name, address and phone number. I’ll be happy to mail you one!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dove of Hope (*153406)

Accessories: Detailed Dove Dies (*153526)

*Save 10% when you purchase the Dove of Hope Bundle (155158) today!

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

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code WUJKQ9XP

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Poinsettia Place Suite of Products found in the Mini Catalog.

OnStage@Home: Projects, fun & more

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Last week I shared the opening day of our Stampin’ Up! OnStage@Home event, as always these 3 days fly by too quickly. And while we weren’t together in person this year the chat rooms, personal messaging, and texts were fast and furious as we shared with each other.

Saturday was filled with creative presentations and break out classes. My head is still spinning with all the great information! In between we did some stamping with the Dragonfly Garden Bundle and products from the Dandy Garden Suite.

These projects were a lot of fun since they were quick and easy – Know that I’ll be sharing some tutorials with you for these cards and others for sure as we get closer to the catalog launch in January 2021!

Sara & Shelli’s closing time together is always one of the most enjoyable portions of the event for me. I love to watch the back and forth between mother and daughter it is filled with laughter and wonderful projects too.

And this OnStage@Home was no different. You could see they were clearly enjoying their time together as they shared some wonderful projects using the Fine Art Floral Suite of products which has a lot of fun elements!

I was sad to say goodbye as we wrapped up the event – but will be looking forward to sharing with my Team this Friday during our OnStage After Party!

One of the perks of attending OnStage@Home was being able to participate in a Product Purchase Premiere. Being the first to receive our copies of the Mini & Sale-a-bration brochure along with stamps and more!

I got my box today and thought I’d share some of the fun with you of the unboxing. The video is not the best angle, my Ipad which is my normal way of videoing is giving me fits and I haven’t been able to figure out why yet. Sigh… the love, hate relationship I have with it! But you’ll get the idea.

2021 January – June Mini Catalog Product Purchase Premiere Sneak Peek

Wow! Right?

So what do you think? Love the new items too? It’s just a peek of what’s inside the 2021 January – June Mini Catalog and Sale-a-bration Brochure! And as I am sure you can guess, being the first to see this new catalog or any of our new catalogs is a very exciting AND a  huge perk of being a Demonstrator – after all who wouldn’t want to be first? Right!  Add the fact that you’ll receive a discount on all these products and you can’t lose! If you feel this is a good time to join Stampin’ Up! and my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, you too can be first too!

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
  • Monthly Lunch & Learn
  • Recognition & Incentives
  • Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
  • Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very active 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?  95% 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 crafter who’s looking to be a “happy shopper” (to 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.

It’s the best deal in the Catalog AND there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

So why not join today? Have access to the NEW 2021 Mini Catalog & Sale-a-bration Brochure right away and then starting December 1st you’ll be able to order products from the 2021 January – June Mini and Sale-a-bration Brochures too!

Got questions? Feel free to contact me I’m happy to answer any questions you may have.

Online Store Cinnamon Cider

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Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Poinsettia Place Suite of Products found in the Mini Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Upcoming Santa’s Workshop Class

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Hold your spot and Create some fun last minute gifts with me!

Choose from my LIVE event or Online Kit to Go option

Class Fee Only $35 (includes your class PDF, videos & pre-cut supply kit)

RSVP and prepay by Thursday, November 19th 

Add On Available for the Class: Freezin’ Fun Stamp Set #153341 (or Bundle #153341) and Warm & Toasty Stamp Set #152615

Email me to Today to RSVP and Prepay for Class

Pick up for free or Shipping is just $8 for Online version

Save your spot today!  LIVE Class size is limited due to social distancing

If choosing the Online Kit to Go option you’ll need the following to recreate the projects in the Kit as shown:

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad

Highland Heather Classic Ink

Balmy Blue Classic Ink

Real Red Classic Ink

Misty Moonlight Classic Ink

Old Olive Stampin’ Blends

Pool Party Stampin’ Blends

Balmy Blue Stampin’ Blends

Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends

Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends

Real Red Stampin’ Blends

Misty Moonlight Stampin’ Blends

Kit ships for FREE when you place an order in my Online Store for $65 using Host Code XDUYBZCA

Adhesive not included

Need Adhesive? Let me know and I can have some for you at class or in your Add On Option.

See more about my upcoming classes on my Calendar of Events

Rocking with OnStage@Home

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Yesterday, I shared with you some of the fun items I gave as team gifts for the OnStage event that is in full swing and so today I thought I’d share some of the fun items I got in the mail from Stampin’ Up! While we aren’t gathering with a LIVE event Stampin’ Up! is still pampering us with great swag!

Last night we kicked off the event with a private acoustical rock concert with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo! Sooo cool!

You could feel the energy through our chat room! Good thing, my kids couldn’t see me rocking out and singing along to classics like Love is a Battlefield! They’d be so embarrassed.

We also recognized everyone’s accomplishments around the globe and several million dollar earners shared projects they created with the stamp sets they helped design that will be in the 2021 Mini. You’re going to love the variety of sets they’ve created!

During recognition last night I was recognized in 2 categories

Know, I don’t earn these on my own. I couldn’t do this without you and my team members! I can’t put into words just how much I appreciate all of my stampers who allow me to share what I love with them. I never thought my world would become so enriched when I started as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. Stamping and this journey with Stampin’ Up! has allowed me to learn and grow personally along with allowing me to meet and become friends with so many people I never would have met other wise. So thank you! What a great job I have!!!

While we are missing our special event for leaders called Center Stage Stampin’ Up! has sent us this little surprise to celebrate our accomplishments. It came in this lovely little box that coordinated with our swag box.

I love the way that Stampin’ Up! presents things – the packaging is always as beautiful as the gift and message!

Underneath was a great little gift and practical since they come in different colors and with a variety of charms too making it easy to identify mine.

I have to admit at first I was a bit perplexed by the bright blue ball at the end of this scissors charm, but later learned it is to protect and hold the point of the scissors when it’s not in it’s cover. What a aha moment that was. lol!

Want to see what was in the swag box? I’m loving the bright cheerful colors!

It was filled to the brim! with all kinds of goodies Grid Paper, note books, stickers, a fun gel pen and a OnStage bag! Can you name the colors? (I’ll list the answer below for you.)

I’m thinking this bag will be perfect for a day at the beach since there is a zippered pocket on the bottom too. (Can you say Maui? A great take along for our delayed incentive trip when we get to go next May) and these cute little pins are so much fun!

Not sure if I’ll have a chance to swap them yet, but this little guy is adorable with it’s big eyes and “snail mail”. I’m thinking they’ll be a sneak peek of what’s inside the 2021 January – June Mini!

What color is the Swag Box & Bag: Mango Melody, Magenta Madness, Pool Party, Pacific Point, and Granny Apple Green. The colors are soooo cheerful!!! How can you not smile?

Have you ever thought about becoming a demonstrator? Right now is a great time, not only will you get a discount on your favorite products, you’ll also get to be first to order 2021 Mini Catalog products too, and of course you’ll be part of my team, The Blue Mountain Stampers too. We’d love to have you join us. Want to learn more? Click HERE or contact me today.

Stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing some fun projects from OnStage and more!

Meanwhile I’m all set up and ready to start Day 2 later this morning!!!

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

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code WUJKQ9XP

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Poinsettia Place Suite of Products found in the Mini Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!