Embellished Events

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Need a great stamp set that covers all kinds of events that happen throughout the year? How about Embellished Events?

I love this soft look created with the embossed resist technique used on this card. How about you?

Moving Day

And now for a personal update – Yesterday we took a road trip and moved our daughter into her dorm room. It was a wet and very rainy day here in Georgia which made the process an interesting one. I’ve got to say that the Cat Crew was fantastic about unloading and hauling things in from the car! So It made things a lot easier especially with the rain – only we got soaked.

We spent a couple hours moving furniture around and trying different layouts for the dorm room with Kaitlin before putting things together. I think she has a workable plan for now, but am sure it will change again, right?

Not surprisingly it was a rather emotional goodbye on the curb for us, but hopefully not too embarrassing for Kaitlin. I’m afraid this major life change is going to take a bit for this mom to adapt to – I would imagine that isn’t abnormal, right? (Larry still thinks she’ll be coming home frequently for visits.)

Several nerve racking hours later we received the call that she had went to her audition and received her results, that she had been accepted into the music program. The last item she needed before beginning her college journey – No surprise to us, but a huge relief to her

Stamp Set: Embellished Events (item 131984/126497), and Itty Bitty Banners (item 132022/126257)

Inks: VersaMark, Early Espresso, Pear Pizzazz, So Saffron and Pool Party

Paper: So Saffron, Whisper White and Pool Party

Accessories: Stampin’ Sponges (item 101610), White Embossing Powder (item 109132), Heat Tool, Pearl Basic Jewels (item 119247), 1 ¾” Circle Punch (item 119850), Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch (item 119275), Bitty Banner Framelits (item 129267)

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Today is the first of August and so I thought I would share with you a new Hostess Code Hostess Code TQWHSYW3

Hostess Code TQWHSYW3. – You’ll receive a FREE Washi Tape 5 Ways Class Tutorial (a value of $14.95). It’s my gift to you! And since Washi Tape is so much fun – you’re going to love this FREE Class!

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Gift of Kindness

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Gift of Kindness is such a lovely stamp set with it’s simple image and lovely greetings. I really like the way that Barb used it to make this convention swap.

Check out the centers of the flowers – it’s our NEW Candy Dots! If you haven’t already tried them you are going to love them when you do! They are so easy to use just like our Basic Pearls and Basic Rhinestones. Just lift off the sheet and stick where you want them. And they come in all 40 colors! So you’ll always have the color you need. Want a brad? That is ok just get the optional Candy Dots Brad Bases (item 132293) that they coordinate with and you’ll be ready to go!

Stamp Set: Gift of Kindness (item 130441/130444)

Inks: Gumball Green

Paper: Daffodil Delight, Gumball Green, Cherry Cobbler and Very Vanilla

Accessories: Brights Candy Dots (item 130931), 1/8″ Mini Brads (item 122941), Modern Label Punch (item 119849), Gumball Green and Raspberry Ripple Stampin’ Write Markers

NEW SINGLE STAMPS – HOLIDAY COLLECTION

Just introduced a NEW Assortment of Single Stamps just in time for your holiday projects. The holidays will be here before you know it, and these holiday-themed single stamps may be just what you need. There are eight different stamps to choose from, six of which coordinate with Framelits dies or punches.

Just click on the flyer to see more information

Here are the details:

These stamps are available on any order type
You can find the stamp item numbers on the flyer.
Single stamps can be ordered in the online store until January 31, 2014.
These won’t be sent in our typical cases or packaging; they’ll be packaged in cello bags. If you’d like a case for your stamp, you can buy our Clear-Mount Stamp Cases that come in packs of four (item 119105).
This offer is available for clear-mount stamps only.
The stamps won’t come with a Clear-Mount Block, and you’ll need to buy a block separately if you don’t already have one. The recommended block sizes can be found on the flyer.
There’s no limit on how many pieces you can buy.
These holiday-themed stamps are only available through January 31, 2014, so get them while you can

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Today is the first of August and so I thought I would share with you a new Hostess Code Hostess Code TQWHSYW3

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Yippie-Skippie!

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Want a fun greetings stamp set? Why not check out Yippie-Skippie! on page 37 in the Catalog? And how about a great background that is really versatile? The NEW Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (item 132175) from the Holiday Catalog fits the bill.

This convention swap not only uses the Yippie-Skippie! greetings stamp set with its trending sayings but also our 2013 In Colors so it’s sure to be a hit with anyone since the colors are soo yummy.

Don’t you love the Baked Brown Sugar 3/8″ Ruffle Stretch Trim used to highlight the greeting? This trim is soooo much fun to work with!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Yippie-Skippie! (item 131341/131344)

Inks: Baked Brown Sugar

Paper: 2013-2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack (item 130136), Baked Brown Sugar, Pistachio Pudding and Cantaloupe Crisp

Accessories: Baked Brown Sugar 3/8″ Ruffle Stretch Trim (item 130022), Pearl Basic Jewels (item 119247), Pansy Punch (item 130698), and Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (item 132175)

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Hostess Code TQWHSYW3 – You’ll receive a FREE Washi Tape 5 Ways Class Tutorial (a value of $14.95). It’s my gift to you! And since Washi Tape is so much fun – you’re going to love this FREE Class!

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By the Seashore

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

With my daughter heading off to college soon I thought it would be nice to have some of her friends over to say farewell. Of course, a beach theme invitation seemed to make sense since it is a pool party, so when I saw this swap from convention that Lydia did using the By the Seashore stamp set (item 132582/126532) it seemed perfect for the occasion.

Don’t you love the way that Stampin’ Up!s stamp sets coordinate well together? Not only does this card use the By the Seashore but it also uses an image from the By the Tide set (item 131910/129120) as well.

And did you notice the block of color in the background? Well this was made using our one of our Clear Blocks that you use to mount our Clear Mount Stamps on. A quick and easy background!

I think this card would also make a great masculine card with its colors too.

Stamp Set: By the Seashore (132582/126532), By the Tide set (item 131910/129120), Make a Wish (item 131928/129222)

Inks: Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze and Crumb Cake

Paper: Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze and Whisper White

Accessories: Clear Block E, ¾” and 1″ Circle Punches, and Linen Thread

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Hostess Code KZXTAUQ2

Save Georgia sale tax on some great items when you place your order with me on August 9 & 10th. Click HERE to see the list of sales tax FREE items.

Caring with Cards Event Scheduled

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Caring with Cards is a different kind of event. It is an event designed to make a difference in someone else’s life. So why not join in? The more’s the merrier so invite a friend to come with you – everyone’s welcome. You’ll not only have fun stamping and socializing but you’ll also be giving of yourself – along with bringing a smile to someone’s face. Sound interesting?

During this 90 minute self paced event you’ll get to make up to four cards of your choice. All supplies are included except Snail Adhesive. Your donation of $10 covers the supplies, envelopes, and the postage required.

All cards will be donated to the charity of your choice when you finished and you’ll be able to choose between four different charities – The Ronald McDonald House, Operation Write Home, Hospice, and the Red Cross.

Tuesday, August 13th at 1 p.m. or 7 p.m.

RSVP today to start making a difference! Please RSVP by Saturday, August 10^th to hold your spot so that I can have enough supplies for everyone.

Click HERE to see my Calendar of Events with more information

Click HERE to pay for your class with PayPal

Wetlands Class Being Offered in August

This stamp camp includes two different sets of cards & matching holders to keep them in. Love the Wetlands Stamp Set and want one of your own? Check out my class bundle options. Click HERE to see more about bundles options.

Sound fun? Hurry since spots are limited: RSVP and Prepay by Tuesday, August 6^th to hold your spot.

Click HERE to see my flyer with all the details.

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Click HERE to see my Calendar of Events and other upcoming classes.

Wetlands Convention Swap

Want to see another card made with the Wetlands (item 126695/126697) set? Here is a great convention swap that I received.

The card has a rather elegant feel to it, even though it is a clean and simple design. I think it is the colors – I really like the way that the NEW Smoky Slate looks with the Daffodil Delight. How about you?

And our NEW ¾” Chevron Ribbon is a lot of fun to use since it comes in so many great colors! Why not check it out on page 173 in the 2013-2014 Catalog.

Don’t have a catalog? You can view it online HERE or email ([email protected]) me your name, address, and phone number and I’ll be happy to mail one to you.

Stamp Set: Wetlands (item 126695/126697)

Inks: Daffodil Delight and Smoky Slate

Paper: Daffodil Delight and Smoky Slate

Accessories: Smoky Slate ¾” Chevron Ribbon (item 131152), Beautiful Wings Embosslits (item 118138)

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Hostess Code KZXTAUQ2

NEW Best of Halloween Stamp Set Introduced

Here is a great set just in time for Halloween that contains some of our all time favorite images plus a NEW never before seen image – The Best of Halloween (item 134381)

Click HERE to see flyer

When you purchase the Best of sets you’ll receive a proof of purchase sticker and collectors card. For every six Best of Sets you buy, you can send in your collector’s card for a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95!

Here is a list of the other Best of Sets now available why not check them out? Click on the name to see the flyer with images and details.

Best of Birthdays (item 132929)

Best of Love (item 132987)

Best of Flowers (item 133342)

Best of Butterflies (item 133345)

Best of Brides & Babies (item 133482)

Best of Greetings (item 133485)

Best of Shelli (item 133488)

Best of Halloween (item 134381)

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Hostess Code KZXTAUQ2

Morning Meadow

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

I’ve been organizing and gathering all the goodies brought back from convention from my friends and am finally ready to share with you. I know, I know it has taken me a bit but I think you’ll enjoy the swaps I’m going to be sharing with you over the next couple of weeks so sit back and enjoy.

This first convention swap uses the Morning Meadow Hostess Stamp Set (item 129675/129678). I really like the way that Coastal Cabana looks against the Wisteria Wonder card stock – how about you?

Interested in learning how you can get the Morning Meadow stamp set? Contact me today and we can choose a date that works for you and some of your friends to get together so that you can earn one!

Stamp Set: Morning Meadow (Hostess item 129675/129678) and Label Love (item 130619/130622)

Inks: Wisteria Wonder and Basic Gray

Paper: Very Vanilla, Coastal Cabana, Wisteria Wonder and Summer Starfruit

Accessories: Artisan Label Punch (item 130920), Bitty Butterfly Punch (item129406), Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder (item 129984), Dimensionals and Basic Rhinestones

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Hostess Code KZXTAUQ2

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NEW FREE Desktop Download

Get your FREE About to Blossom August Wallpaper (item 134861) today!

Last Day to Buy 3 Get 1 FREE!

For a limited time when you buy 3 packs of Designer Series Paper you can get one for FREE! Promotion ends tonight, July 31^st at 11:50 p.m. (MT).

Last Day for Single Stamps!

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Hostess Code KZXTAUQ2

Wetlands

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Need a masculine card? Then I think Wetlands (item 126695/126697) is a great choice. I really love this stamp set with its lovely greetings. The greetings are actually what attracted me to this set to begin with, but I quickly fell in love with the images too.

I shared with you my summer theme convention swap yesterday that I made using this set and today I’m sharing with you the masculine card I created.

As soon as I saw this image I could see it being done in monochromatic or neutrals – so here is my monochromatic card. And although I did use our NEW Smoky Slate Embossing Power (item 129396) I still consider it monochromatic.

So which of my convention swaps do you like best? Yesterdays beach card or todays masculine one? Why not leave me a comment and let me know your favorite?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Wetlands (item 126695/126697)

Inks: Basic Black and VersaMark

Paper: Basic Black and Whisper White

Accessories: Smoky Slate Embossing Power (item 129396), Heat Tool, Labels Collection Framelits and Dimensionals

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Convention Special Hostess Code EVGFBV9E-You’ll receive a FREE Washi Tape 5 Ways Class Tutorial (a value of $14.95). It’s my gift to you!

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Wetlands

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Stamp with Jini

Convention starts later this week so I thought I would share with you one of the cards I made for my summer themed swap using the Wetlands Stamp Set (item 126695/126697). I just love this set and all the wonderful things you can create with it. And the new Framelits are wonderful, and as you can see they coordinate with the Framelits you may already have.
Here is a picture of my swaps ready to go. And although I’m unable to attend Convention my friend graciously offered to include me in an organized swap she was doing.
This card was a lot of fun to make. I love the water and grew up close to Lake Michigan so these little birds just make me feel so happy and peaceful – I can almost hear the waves lapping on the shore. One of my favorite pastimes as a teen was just watching the waves roll in.

And this week I’ve been able to enjoy the beach again with my sister and daughter in Galveston. Here is a picture my sister took before we started walking on the shore to look for the hermit crabs we enjoyed last year. The scene reminded me of the Wetlands image above.

And here is a photo of my daughter Kaitlin and I after doing some beach combing looking for shells. I’m looking forward to finding some ideas for the shells when we get back home on Pinterest.

Wonder how I added color to the Tea Lace Paper Doilies? I just love this technique -It’s addictive! Check out this video below to learn how.

Wetlands is such a great stamp set for masculine cards too! If you’d like to see another card that I created using this set stop on by tomorrow.
If you love this set too and would like to take my class using the Wetlands set click HERE for more information.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Wetlands (item 126695/126697)

Inks: Baked Brown Sugar

Paper: 2013-2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack (item 130136), Soft Sky, and Baked Brown Sugar

Accessories: Labels Collection and Deco Labels Collection Framelits, Needlepoint Border Embossing Folder, Soft Sky Seam Binding, Tea Lace Paper Doilies, Stampin’ Spritzer, Baked Brown Sugar Reinker

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Convention Special Hostess Code EVGFBV9E – Use this code and receive a FREE Washi Tape 5 Ways Class Tutorial.

Important Magnetic Platform Update

Due to an unfortunate backorder situation, the Big Shot Magnetic Platform (item 130658) will be temporarily turned off Thursday, July 18, at 12:01 AM (MT). This means that you won’t be able to buy it until further notice. While we’re thrilled to be offering a product that you clearly like, we regret not being able to anticipate just how much you would like it. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Here are answers to some of the questions you might have:

Why are you doing this? We went through what we thought would be a 13-week supply of the Magnetic Platform in just three weeks, and rather than continuing the backorder situation for you, we believe it’s best to make it unavailable for purchase until we can replenish our inventory. Our supplier is working at capacity to meet our demand, and we will continue working closely with them to get the situation addressed as quickly as possible.

When will the Magnetic Platform be available? We expect that it will be available early fall.

What if I already ordered it when it was on backorder? We’ll fill all closed backorders as we get more Magnetic Platforms in. We are receiving periodic shipments from our vendor and as soon as they come in we’ll fulfill orders in the approximate order they were received.

Remember, you have until Thursday, July 18, at 12:01 AM (MT) to close current Magnetic Platform orders (or make a new one); all of these placed orders will be on backorder.