About Stamp with Jini

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.

NEW This and That Journals Introduced

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Stampin’ Up! has just introduced a NEW product – the This and That Journal. The This and That Journal will debut in the 2013-2014 Catalog in June, but they are giving you a chance to get it now!

Life is different for everyone but the one thing we all have in common is that life can happen really fast! So the This and That Journal gives you a chance to capture it all on the go.

Item	Description	Price
131268	Epic Day This and That Journal	$10.95
130814	Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper	$10.95
130133	Remember This and That Rotary Stamp	$5.95
131271	Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers	$4.95
131269	Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape	$4.95
133350	Epic Day This and That Bundle Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until April 30.	$32.08 15% Off Retail Value!

Here are the details:

Five products are being introduced now, but Stampin’ Up! will be adding more This and That stuff as time goes on.
Bundle Dates are March 23- April 30th (items offered now will be in the NEW 2013-2014 Catalog but won’t be offered in a Discounted Bundle like they are now.
You can get as many bundles or items as you’d like
You can buy them separately or as bundles. But why would you do that when you can get all five together and save 15 percent?
Did you eyes spy that two of our In Colors (Calypso Coral and Pool Party) are included in the products? You’re eyes didn’t deceive you – But you’ll have to wait to check out the 2013-2014 Catalog to see what that’s all about!

Click HERE to download or print the This and That Journal PDF with all the information

Why not Sign up for my Newsletter today to get my monthly Newsletter that will keep you informed about what is happening along with my class information. Sign up today and you’ll get a FREE tutorial too!

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Feeling Sentimental

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Can you believe there are just a few more days until Sale-a-bration ends? You only have until Friday, March 22^nd to earn your FREE items. As we wrap up Sale-a-bration I thought I would show you some projects made with one of my favorite stamp sets that you can earn during Sale-a-bration, the Feeling Sentimental Stamp Set (item 129627/129630).

This first card is one I made during a challenge with my demo friends. It’s a vertical z fold card and I love the way it turned out. Did you notice how I used the Basic Designer Button (item 129325) – I thought it looked a bit like a coin.

Here is a great card that I made during my shoebox swap at Leadership. I love the colors and am really going to miss this year’s Sale-a-bration Designer Series Paper, Sycamore Street (item 127540).

And here is a card that I received in a Leadership swap from Barbara. It uses the Honeycomb Embossing Folder (item 129378) in the background. I really like the feeling of texture this card has.

And finally another favorite of mine from the Leadership shoebox swap. If you attended my Sale-a-bration Celebration event you were able to make one of these for yourself. I love the way this card uses the Be of Good Cheer Designer Series Paper (item 126896). It’s not just for Christmas as you can see.

Well do you have a favorite? Why not leave me a comment and let me know which one you like best. Don’t forget when you leave a comment you’ll have your name entered in my Blog Candy drawing for March. You can read more about that HERE.

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Spring Sampler Treat Box Tutorial

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

I made this cute little treat box using the Spring Sampler Stamp Set (item 125510/125512). I knew when I saw this set in the Spring Catalog I just had to have it – it’s so me. I could picture making quick and easy treats for all kinds of occasions.

I think the images in the Spring Sampler Stamp Set are just too cute! How about you?

Here is the Treat Box we made as a project during my March Blue Mountain Stampers meeting. We had a lot of fun thinking of different things (mostly chocolate) that we could put in the box. This time we filled them with these yummy eggs (They come in all kinds of flavors and remind me of those I got as a child.) Shhh… don’t tell my family. They’ll be finding theirs in their rooms Easter morning. I think my hubby will love the cookie dough egg I picked out for him!

We had so much fun making these quick and easy Treat boxes I thought you’d enjoy making them too for your friends and family. So why not check out my new video below – Spring Sampler Treat Box.

You can Click HERE to print or download your copy of my

FREE Spring Sampler Treat Box Tutorial PDF

Want to see my Valentine Treat Boxes? Click HERE to see my earlier post. You can also click HERE to see the treats I made using the Spring Sampler set recently using the Petite Pocket Die.

Leave me a comment and let me know if you are enjoying my videos and tutorials. Would you like to see them more than every other week? Maybe once a week would be better? I’d love to hear what you think.

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Caution: You’re Going to Dig These NEW Digital Downloads!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

OMG! I wish I had these NEW My Digital Studio Digital Downloads when my son was younger – how much easier it would have been to construct an entire birthday party with MDS and this great BDay Under Construction Ensemble (item 133422). On the other hand, my son will be 21 in a couple of weeks so maybe it’s not too late. LOL!

To help you get started Stampin’ Up! is throwing in a FREEBIE – a construction cone favor that your guests won’t try to dodge. So why not get your FREE BDay Construction Treat Template (item 133423). Parties are sooo easy when you plan them with My Digital Studio.

And why not add Top Notch Woodcuts (item 133896) to your order while youre at it. It’s a great way to scrapbook the memories for your little construction worker too!

Don’t already have My Digital Studio? It’s a great time to step into the world of My Digital Studio with the 30 Day FREE Trial we offer.

Click HERE for more information on our MDS FREE 30 Day Trial

You can join me in the class where I’ll be introducing you to the fabulous MDS world. You’ll be using our 30 day FREE trial to create a MDS project – and you’ll be able to take it home with you! (Laptop and our MDS FREE 30 Day Trial or download are needed for this class – if you do not have a laptop please contact me.)

Click HERE to see my class information.

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Big Changes for My Digital Studio

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Woohoo! A new name and a new price! Here are the details:

Starting today the software for MDS 2 is being renamed to MDS and Stampin’ Up! has lowered the software price! So what does that mean to you? Our MDS software (item 130646/130647) is just $19.95! With all the great designs included that is such a deal! And if you have the older version of MDS you’ll get the upgrade FREE soon. I’ll let you know when that is available here on my blog. MyDigitalStudio.net is currently under construction and will have all the current information on it soon.

For those of you who have purchased MDS2 or MDS2+ this month Stampin’ Up! will be giving you 3, yes 3, FREE downloads. If you purchased the MDS Upgrade you’ll be getting 1 FREE download. How great is that. They will automatically be added to your Download Manager by Wednesday, March 20^th so if you don’t see them there let me know.

Want to learn more about My Digital Studio? Why not check out my Introduction to MDS Class? Click HERE for my Calendar of Events and Class information

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Spring is in the Air…

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Spring is in the air… and Stampin’ Up! has got a spring time surprise for you. A yet to be released stamp set from the 2013-2014 Catalog! As of March 15th you are now able to purchase the A Round Array Stamp Set. This set coordinates with the cute little 7/8″ Scallop Circle punch!

And you can get your own A Round Array Stamp Set (item 129090) today for just $14.95.

Can it get any better you ask? Well yes it can since you can get both the A Round Array Stamp set and 7/8″ Scallop Circle Punch in a special Spring Surprise Bundle (item 133899) for 15% off!

Click HERE to see a printable flyer with all the information

Currently this set is only available in clear-mount but the wood mount option will be availalbe in the 2013-2014 Catalog when it is released on June 1st.

So why not get yours today while you can still earn exclusive Sale-a-bration items for FREE! Sale-a-bration ends on Friday, March 22nd.

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Spring Sampler Easter Treat

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Easter is right around the corner and will be here before we know it. So I’ve been creating some little treats for family and friends filled with these cute little chocolate covered bunnies I found at the local Dollar Store. I just love using the Spring Sampler Stamp Set (item 125510/125512) from the Spring Catalog. I knew it was a must have set for me since it makes a quick and easy focal point for any project. And since the Spring Sampler Stamp Set has 24 images you can use it for all kinds of occasions!

I gave this little treat out for my swap at my monthly Blue Mountain Stampers meeting last night. They were so quick and simple to make since I used our Petite Pocket Die (item 123131). Do you recognize the Designer Series Paper? Well it’s Parkers Patterns (item 131021) from the Spring Catalog, and it’s not just for guy cards. These fun bold geometric patterns are great for a variety of projects like this Easter project!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Spring Sampler, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Inks: Basic Black

Paper: Parkers Patterns Designer Series Paper, Tempting Turquoise, Regal Rose and Whisper White

Accessories: Big Shot, Petite Pocket Die, 1 ¼” and 1 ¾” Scallop Circle Punches, 1 3/8″ Circle Punch, and Paper Piercing Tool and Mat

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Patterned Occasions

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Today I’ll be sharing with you cards all made with Sale-a-bration items. Items that you can earn for FREE when you place an order of $50 in product with me between now and March 22nd.

Need a quick card for a special occasion? Why not use our Patterned Occasions Stamp Set (item 129621/129624) available during Sale-a-bration? This set makes quick an easy cards for almost any occasion!

Can you believe there are only 8 days left until Sale-a-bration ends? I’m sure going to miss the stamp sets and especially the Sycamore Designer Series Paper that I’ve gotten for FREE during Sale-a-bration. The Sycamore Designeer Series Paper (item 127540) and Ribbon & Button Pack (item 130812) have been used with our very popular Feeling Sentimental Stamp Set (item 129627/129630) for this next card.

This last card uses our Madison Avenue Stamp Set (item 129657/129660) along with the sentiment from the Vintage Verses Stamp Set (item 129633/129636) also available in our Sale-a-bration flyer.

The time has flown by and I know you won’t want to miss out on your favorite items before Sale-a-bration ends. Just give me a call or drop me an email to place your order or if you prefer you can go to my Online Store anytime before March 22nd so you get your favorites before they are gone!

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Totally Awesome NEW Digital Downloads

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

It’s Tuesday folks and that means NEW Digital Downloads. This week Stampin’ Up! is helping you find your inner teenager, or in my case understanding my own – awesome right? Check out these 3 awesome NEW Digital Downloads that will help you have fun, connect with your teen, or just figure out what they are saying!

This first one Made To Be Awesome (item 133466) is a frameable. All you have to do is download it. Print it. Frame it. Quick and easy – and a great reminder to someone you love that they are awesome, right?

I’m not into texting so I’m constantly asking my children what does this mean? With the FTW Stamp Brush Set (item 133500) I’ll be able to not only create cute and fun cards for my teen and her friends, but understand what they are saying now too!

Need a quick and easy way to create for your teen? How about the Seriously Teen Kit (item 133475)? With the 12×12 page designer Template, 38 piece SVG stamp set, 12 Designer Series Papers and 23 embellishments you’ll have lots of great choices when creating just the right page for that special someone.

If I can keep this one out of my daughter’s hands I’ll be surprised – she likes to use My Digital Studio and this is just her style. Now she can document her life in epic style!

So, why not be totally awesome today and get your downloads? L8R. (As in, next week for Tuesday’s Digital Downloads.)

Want to learn more about My Digital Studio? Click HERE to see our FREE 30 Day Digital Download of MDS2.

Want hands on experience with your FREE 30 Day MDS2 trial? Click HERE to see my class schedule.

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Spring Catalog Designer Series Paper Chart

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Did you know that our Designer Series Paper now has the colors that are used in the paper printed right on the tag board insert? Well they do. Stampin’ Up! has heard our requests and added this for our convenience. With this addition to our Designer Series Paper I figured you wouldn’t want the chart anymore. However, I’ve had several requests recently for my 2013 Spring Catalog Designer Series Paper Chart. It was great to hear that this is an important resource for some of you. I know I still use it as one of my organizational items since the chart puts all the information in one place.

So, although this is a little bit late, here it is my 2013 Spring Catalog Designer Series Paper Chart.

Click HERE for your printable PDF file for the 2013 Spring Catalog DSP Chart

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