My name is Jini Merck and I'm a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator. I love being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, not only do I get to be creative every day, I also get to be a creative coach, offering fresh project ideas and encouragement to my customers and friends.
For me, helping someone create that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the entire world. After all, creating cards, scrapbook pages, and gift items is about more than just stamps and ink—it’s about sharing a part of yourself with the people in your life.
I live in Clarkesville which is in the North Georgia Mountains with my husband and two children. Although my family keeps me busy I enjoy the creativity of stamping and crafts and the fellowship stamping brings into my life. Spending time creativing cards and gifts for friends and family has been one of my favorite hobbies over the years.
What do you think of when you think of Christmas? For me it’s the poinsettia sitting on my mother’s table. This bright pop of red and green during the long winters was always a bright spot. Now we have so many choices when it comes to colors that poinsettias come in, but back then I don’t think I ever saw anything but red growing up in Wisconsin.
So Today I’m going to start with this lovely card with the traditional red poinsettia.
I love contrast of the Real Red against the Soft Sea Foam. This Suite of products has all kinds of choices, but until you see these Beaded Pearls in person you won’t believe just how lovely they are!
This next card uses our Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper to add some interest.
And finally, this last card makes a bold statement with this soft white poinsettia stamped in Soft Suede.
Wow, I think what ever the choice of color you’ll find working with this bundle a lot of fun.
You’ll find this Suite of Products in our Mini Catalog on pages 14-16. If you don’t already have a Mini Catalog and would like one. I’m happy to mail one to you. Simply email me your name, address and phone number so I can drop one in the mail to you today!
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Wow, can you believe there are less than 60 days left till Christmas? The holidays are upon us and so today I’ll be sharing another stamp set that will serve you well all through the holiday season. The Lots to Celebrate stamp set is a lot of fun with it’s mason jars images, Jar Punch and it’s coordinating Mason Jar Shaker Domes. After all who can resist a shaker?
While today’s cards don’t use the shaker domes, they are charming and perfect to mail out to your friends and family. I’ve got this first one which is autumn themed and the sentiment is perfect to let someone know you are thinking of them.
Done in shades of Bumblebee and Cinnamon Cider it has a fun fall feel to it.
And this next card is great for the holidays with it’s traditional Cherry Cobbler and Garden Green.
I love the little punched Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper around the rims. It adds a pop of color and festive feel.
So, what do you think? Want to check them out? You can find this set on page 64 of the Mini Catalog.
Don’t have a Mini Catalog? Why not email me your name, address and phone number and I’ll be happy to drop one in the mail for you today.
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Today’s post will be a quick one I’ve got a full day that will end with getting to watch my daughter’s band doing their Journey show at an exhibition. So without further ado….
Today’s card highlights the lovely Lots of Leaves stamp set. This set is one I couldn’t resist with the large bold images and coordinating dies.
Originally I thought this would be a great for making masculine cards and then I looked at the sentiments closer. The sentiments are lovely don’t you think? Something for every occasion, making this set a year round one simply by changing up the colors.
The images as you can see have a wonderful shading to them adding depth and texture. And the dies are great since you can use them in to create positive image projects like this or use the left over negative image to create even more projects. And you’re going to love the stitching on the outside of the negative images!
Why not stop by my online store and check it out? I think you’ll enjoy this set.
And a quick reminder today – we have just a few days left to stock up on our Designer Series Papers and save 15%. This special promotion ends on Saturday, October 31st!
And if you loved your Hello Pumpkin Paper Pumpkin Kit – good news there are now refills available. Whoo hoo! but you’ll want to order today since they are only available while supplies last. You can find them HERE
Speaking of which if you’ve ever wanted to try Paper Pumpkin right now is a great time to do so. Not only will you get a wonderful project kit – you won’t have to cut and design. Making it a wonderful choice this time of year. Check out the upcoming kit and sign up today so you don’t miss out!
So, what’s in store for this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit? November’s cute, gingerbread-themed kit contains enough supplies to create one-of-a-kind Christmas crafts! Whether it’s a gift card carrier, traditional card, or tasty-looking tag, this sweet and seasonal kit is the key to heartfelt holiday gifting. With curly cutouts, sugary stickers, and delicious die-cut designs in a special-edition box, a jolly holiday will be on its way with this kit!
Here’s a sneak a peek at the Jolly Gingerbread Paper Pumpkin Kit
About the November Kit
Name: Jolly Gingerbread
Details:
Kit contains enough supplies to create 15 gift card carriers and coordinating envelopes.
Kit contents can also be used to design traditional holiday cards, gift tags, and other paper projects.
Contents arrive in a collectible, special-edition box!
Project size: 2-1/4″ x 4″
Envelope size: 2-3/4″ x 4-3/8″
Coordinating colors: Cinnamon Cider, Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral, Mint Macaron, Shaded Spruce, Blushing Bride, and Whisper White
Subscribe with me to the November 2020 Paper Pumpkin Kit from 11 October to 10 November at paperpumpkin.com!
Then join me for Paper Pumpkin Craft Time each month if you’d like to craft with others. This special event is held on the 4th Tuesday each month. You can find more information on my Calendar of Events along with my other classes too!
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
And if you are looking for a gift this holiday season Paper Pumpkin is a wonderful one since it is great for all ages. Simply choose one of our prepaid subscription options (1, 3, 6 or 12 months) and you’re all set to go! Yes, it really is that easy and every month a complete kit with everything you need is mailed right to the recipient. Click HERE to shop our Prepaid Paper Pumpkin options
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Today I’m sharing a couple of cards with you using the Beautiful Autumn Bundle (155189) and more. This bundle has quickly become a favorite of mine with it’s lovely sentiments and selection of images that can be punched out. There are a great size for treats also, which I love to make too and makes it a versatile option for the fall season.
This first card uses the bold color pallet from the Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper (153527) that it uses. I love the way this little stack of 6×6 pattern can be used from fall all the way through the end of winter due to the selection of colors in it.
The sentiment has been cut out using the Tasteful Labels Dies (152886). If you haven’t invested in this set of dies you’ll want to since it is wonderful for all kinds of projects! It contains all kinds of shapes and sizes making it a great addition to your collection!
Don’t you love the way our products work together? Why not leave me a comment and let me know which product combination I shared with you today is your favorite?
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This Bundle has it all – a great punch and stamps for the fall and winter season that is. And it is another great choice of a stamp set that has multiple uses too.
If you love sets that give you multiple ways to use them, this might be just your thing as the sizing makes it great for tags and gift items too. Check out this fun Halloween card using the set.
The little pumpkin not only is used for the back ground but it’s been fussy cut quickly to create the focal point too. I love our Plaid Tidings 6×6 Designer Series Paper stack (153527) as it also has colors that take you through the fall and holiday season, like this pattern using Pumpkin Pie, Bumblebee and our Basic Black. And great news it’s on sale and part of this month’s Designer Series Paper promotion which you can check out by clicking HERE.
Enjoy and then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing another card with you using this wonderful stack of paper with you this time using the Beautiful Autumn stamp set and more!
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LAST CHANCE TO RSVP FOR MY SNOWFLAKE WISHES STAMP A STACK CLASS
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Can you believe it is already the middle of October and that means we are in the holiday count down. Over the next few days I’ll be sharing cards with you using sets that you can use for multiple fall and winter events. Sets like these give you more bang for your buck they also all use punches which make crafting quick, easy and economical too.
Today’s card uses the Turnover stamp set (154873) found on page 60 of the Mini Catalog. If you haven’t heard of our Reversible stamp sets you’re going to love this new stamping option as each stamp gives you 2 images! How cool is that?
It’s so easy. There are images on both sides of the stamp! Which is great since it gives you even more stamping choices. While these two cards use the line image the reverse side gives you a two step option and the ability to add color quickly and easily with this set.
This first card is a Halloween card and uses a clean and quick layout that highlights the image and sentiment from the Hallows Night Magic stamp set (153356).
Using a quick and easy Designer Series Paper technique to show you both sides of the Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper (153492) to draw your eye to the sentiment. A couple of quick swishes with your coordinating Stampin’ Blends and your done and ready for holiday card sending!
Did you know that these Designer Series Papers are part of our October sale? These and so many more are discounted until the end of October. Why not stop by my online store and see them all?
Then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing projects made with the Festive Post stamp set.
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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!
What’s coming up next? Here is a look at my schedule so you can plan and save the date
Card Class – Make 6 cards (3 designs; 2 of each) Cards are clean and simple designs
Fourth Thursday of the month
11/19 – Freezin’ Fun
12/17 – Card Class (more to be announced soon)
RSVP and Payment Needed the second Friday of the month (November is earlier due to Thanksgiving)
Specialty Classes
12/5 Freezin’ Fun Stocking Stuffers
RSVP and prepayment needed the fourth Thursday of the month
Paper Pumpkin Craft Time –
Fourth Tuesday of the month 10 am
10/27, 11/24 and 12/22
RSVP Needed Friday before event so I can save a spot for you
Blue Mountain Stampers Team Meeting-
First Tuesday of the month 1 – 3:30 pm
11/3, and 12/1
Become a Demonstrator and join the fun!
*Got a big Wish List? Why not get a 20% discount on your stamps & a fantastic Kit during September? Ask me how you can save and get a discount on your favorite products!
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 Gorgeous Posies Stamp Set found in the Annual 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!
Today’s cards are all made using the Snowflake Wishes Bundle that is highlighted in my upcoming Card Class & Stamp A Stack. It speak of the wonder of winter with snowflakes and wonderful sentiments. The set even includes a Happy Hanukkah sentiment for your card making needs.
I really love the images and colors that the Snowflake Splendor Suite (155115) contains with it’s shades of blues and purples. You’ve got a lot of options when creating AND it has a wonderful Glimmer Paper that coordinates with it too. After all who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle during the holiday?
Check out this first card highlighting the Balmy Glue Glimmer Paper (153513) and Blue Adhesive Backed Gems (153547) along with other products found in the Suite.
And this next one uses the lovely die that is part of the So Many Snowflake Dies (153560) that gives you this wonderful negative space with a stitched edging.
It uses our beautiful Feels Like Frost Designer Series Paper (150444) as the back drop to create the feel of winter.
So what do you think? If you love this Suite as much as I do why not check out my Classes? There is still time to sign up today for my October Card Class and Stamp A Stack.
Click HERE to see these classes along with my other events. Join me LIVE or Virtually the choice is yours!
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 Gorgeous Posies Stamp Set found in the Annual 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!
Want a bright cheerful fall thank you card? The Poppy Parade just screens maple leaves to me with it’s bright cheerful color. Team it up with the In Color Bumble Bee and I think you have a winner. Check out this card I made for this month’s Thank You cards.
Makes you smile, right? I’ve whipped up a quick video and pdf tutorial for you so you can bring a smile to someone’s day too! Why not check it out?
Beautiful Autumn Thank You Card Video Tutorial
I love having the measurements printed out so I can refer to them also, so here is a PDF for you. And of course all my tutorials include the link to the video on them for easy reference when you are ready to craft.
Have you ever wondered why I include both the ink pad AND refill number in my PDFs? Well back when I started stamping I only purchased the ink pads and then when I needed the ink refill I didn’t have them. Lesson learned, now I always suggest purchasing them together – no headaches when you need to them and are in the middle of the project your making. AND even more fun there are some great techniques that use those reinkers by themselves too!
Enjoy and you’ll want to make sure to keep reading until the end for the supply list.
OCTOBER CLASSES – SIGN UP TODAY
Snowflake Wishes Card Class
Make 6 cards with envelopes (you’ll make 2 cards of 3 designs)
Date: Thursday, October 22nd
Time: 10 to noon
RSVP and prepay by Friday, October 16th
Choose from my LIVE event or VIRTUAL Class option
Class Fee Only $20 and includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit Add On option available for Stamp Set & Dies Email me for Links to Prepay for Class Pick up or add Shipping, its just $8
RSVP and prepay by Friday, October 16th Save your spot today LIVE Class size is limited due to social distancing
Class PDF & Videos (no kit or product included) $15
Snowflake Wishes Stamp A Stack
Date: Saturday, November 14th
Time: 1 – 3:30 pm
Choose from my LIVE event or VIRTUAL option
Class Fee Only $20 (includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit for 10 cards, envelopes included)
Additional sets of 10 are just $15 each
Add On option available for Stamps & Dies
Email me for Links to Prepay for Class
Pick up or Shipping just $8
RSVP and prepay by Thursday, October 22nd
Sign up for both my Card Class & Stamp a StackRSVP and prepay by October 16th and get a $5 discount
Save your spot today LIVE Class size is limited due to social distancing
Class PDF & Videos (no kit or product included) $15
Adhesives are not included in class
Need Adhesives? Let me know and I can have some for you at class or add it to your Add On Option if you are taking the Virtual Option.
Sign Up and prepay for my Stamp A Stack in November at the same time and get a discount!
What’s coming up next? Here is a look at my schedule so you can plan and save the date
Card Class – Make 6 cards (3 designs; 2 of each) Cards are clean and simple designs
Fourth Thursday of the month
11/19 – Freezin’ Fun
12/17 – Card Class (more to be announced soon)
RSVP and Payment Needed the second Friday of the month (November is earlier due to Thanksgiving)
Specialty Classes
12/5 Freezin’ Fun Stocking Stuffers
RSVP and prepayment needed the fourth Thursday of the month
Paper Pumpkin Craft Time –
Fourth Tuesday of the month 10 am
10/27, 11/24 and 12/22
RSVP Needed Friday before event so I can save a spot for you
Blue Mountain Stampers Team Meeting-
First Tuesday of the month 1 – 3:30 pm
11/3, and 12/1
Become a Demonstrator and join the fun!
*Got a big Wish List? Why not get a 20% discount on your stamps & a fantastic Kit during September? Ask me how you can save and get a discount on your favorite products!
Again, please let me know if you have any questions. I appreciate your support and feel particularly blessed to have such a wonderful group of crafters who allow me to share my love of stamping.
Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code B74BJ7HF
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 Gorgeous Posies Stamp Set found in the Annual 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!
