Sneak Peek: Sale-a-bration Banner Blast

I designed this pocket calendar as a make and take at our team Christmas party earlier this month. I had leftover supplies for the shoebox swap too. I used three brand new Sale-a-bration products, which you can earn for free when you order $50 or more during Sale-a-bration (January 28 - March 31).

 

Here is the card version. The finished size is 3-1/2" x 5-1/2".

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Banner Blast stamp set (SAB), A Dozen Thoughts stamp set, Loving Thoughts stamp set, Summer Starfruit ink pad, Coastal Cabana ink pad, Crisp Cantaloupe ink & cardstock, Whipser White cardstock, Jet Black Staz-On Ink Pad, Sweet Sorbet Designer Paper (SAB), Bitty Banner Punch (SAB), Itty Bitty Punch Pack, Rhinestones, Summer Starfruit Stitched Ribbon

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NEW! Weekly Deals: Dec 31-Jan 6

There's no better way than to roll into the new year than with a great sale! Check out the latest Weekly Deals, good until next Monday, January 6th.

The Occasions Catalog starts on Friday, January 3rd. Watch for details on my Occasions Catalog Product Share to be posted on Friday.

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Don't forget to check the Clearance Rack for some great deals on discontinued products.

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Sneak Peek: Occasions & Sale-a-bration Shoebox Swaps

On Saturday, I got to stamp with my mom and some of her downline here in Michigan. Being the Saturday after Christmas, there were only a few of us, but we still had a great time! Here are the cards I made.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: So Very Grateful stamp set, Petite Pairs stamp set, Jet Black Staz-On Ink Pad, Subtles Stampin' Write Markers, Pistachio Pudding ink pad/marker & cardstock, Pink Pirouette cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, So Saffron cardstock, Rhinestines, Deco Label Framelits (Big Shot), Butterfly Embosslit

Stampin' Up! Supplies: See Ya Later stamp set (SAB), Banner Blast stamp set (SAB), Bermuda Bay ink pad, Strawberry Slush ink & cardstock, Smoky Slate ink pad, Summer Starfruit ink pad, Whisper White cardstock, 2-1/2" Circle Punch, Kaleidscope Designer Paper, Bitty Banner Punch (SAB), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (flower), Rhinestones, White Baker's Twine

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Show & Tell 2 Photopolymer Stamp Set, Circle Card Thinlits (i {heart} u), Coastal Cabana ink & cardstcok, Primrose Petals Core'dinations Cardstock & ink, Watercolor Paper, Chevron Ribbon, Coastal Cabana Ruffled Ribbon, Small Heart Punch, Rhinestone, White  Baker's Twine, Circle Collection Framelits (Big Shot), Dazzling Diamonds

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Banner Blast stamp set (SAB), Cherry Cobbler ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Bitty Banner Punch (SAB), Rhinestones, Cherry Cobbler Chevron Ribbon

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Occasions Sneak Peek: Happy Congratulations

I've been traveling and enjoying time with my family this week. Finally this week, I had some stamping time. The kind of stamping that is therapy. The kind of stamping that is just for fun. It started with a downline shoebox swap on Saturday and continued with Sunday afternoon stamping with Mom and late night stamping with my sister. My heart is happy!!!

And I have a boatload of new cards to share with you, so buckle up and get ready for NEW projects every single day! This first card is one I designed for our group swap. I love this two-step stamp set from the Occasions Catalog. It's called Happy Congratulations. (You'll be able to start ordering this stamp set and other products from the Occasions Catalog on January 3rd.)

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Happy Congratulations stamp set, Jet Black Staz-On Ink pad, Tangerine Tango ink & cardstock, Crushed Curry ink & cardstock, Rich Razzleberry ink & cardstock, Decorative Dots Embossing Folder (Big Shot), Angled Tag Topper Punch, Stitched Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

bold = 2014 Occasions Catalog

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Featured Stamp Set for December: Gifts of Kindness

Gifts of Kindness: Cut Up Card

Here's another card for my December Stamp of the Month Club series. I was inspired by this card created by Mary Brown. I love how something as simple as cutting apart the image changes the dynamic of the card completely. It's an easy way to add dimension to your card.

Here are the measurements:

• 4 ¼” x 11” Wisteria Wonder cardstock
• 3 ¼” x 4 ½” Pear Pizzazz cardstock
•  2 ¾” x 4” Whisper White cardstock

After stamping, cut the Whisper White cardstock down the middle at 2”. Turn the pieces in opposite directions and cut at 2 ¾” from one end.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Gifts of Kindness, Wisteria Wonder marker & cardstock, Pear Pizzazz marker & cardstock, Whisper White cardsdtock, Paper Trimmer, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Pearl Jewel Accents, Jumbo Pearl Jewel Accents, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Featured Stamp Set for December: Gifts of Kindness

NEW!! Weekly Deals: Dec 24-30

My very favorite date to go shopping is the day after Christmas! I love to pick up Christmas goodies, especially stocking stuffers, for 1/2 price and tuck them away for next year!

If you're looking for some after Christmas deals, be sure to check out these Weekly Deals from Stampin' Up! Sale prices end on Monday, December 30th.

And watch for an update to the Clearance Rack tomorrow, Friday, December 27th!

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Merry Christmas!!

There is no joy like experiencing the magic of Christmas through a child's eye!

 

 

  

Here is the our family Christmas card that I designed with My Digital Studio:

 

Photo Credit: Christa Donald Photography

Stamp of the Month Club: Gifts of Kindness Bonus Card

Here is another card in my December Series for my Stamp of the Month Club.  The featured stamp this month is Gifts of Kindness. I almost left this card out of the group. It's kind of simple, but I think that's why I like it. So I left it in and decided to include four cards instead of three this month. Click here to learn more about the club.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Gifts of Kindness stamp set, Calypso Coral ink and cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Crumb Cake cardstock, Basic Gray ink and cardstock, Doilies, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder (Big Shot), Stampin' Dimensionals

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Featured Stamp Set for December: Gifts of Kindness

Stamp of the Month Club: Gifts of Kindness

This month's pick for my Stamp of the Month Club is Gifts of Kindness. This stamp set from the Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog includes seven greetings and sentiments that are versatile and great to use with other stamp sets too! Here is the first card in my Stamp of the Month Club series for December. Click here to learn more about the club.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Gifts of Kindness stamp set, So Saffron marker & cardstock, Pear Pizzazz marker & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Crumb Cake ink & cardstock, Basic Gray ink pad, Doilies, Extra Large Oval Punch, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder (Big Shot)

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Featured Stamp Set for December: Gifts of Kindness

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Control Freak Blog Tour: Occasions Catalog

It's time for another Control Freaks Blog Tour! Whether you're coming from StamperCamper Mary Brown's blog or just arriving -- welcome!! I'm so excited about this month's theme! We're showcasing projects using products from the brand new Occasions Catalog! The catalog starts in a couple weeks, but it's not too early to start making out your wish list and we'll do our best to help add to it! (wink!)

The projects I am sharing this month are all using the new Happy Watercolor stamp set. If you have your Occasions Catalog already, you can find it on page 22. This first card is one that I designed for a recent downline meeting. I love all the gold bling! And the Occasions Catalog has plenty of it! Check out the Gold Foil Sheets, Gold Sequin Trim, Watercolor Wonder (gold) Washi Tape, Metallic ink, and Gold Baker's Twine!

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Happy Watercolor stamp set, Crisp Cantaloupe ink & cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, So Saffron cardstock, Basic Gray ink pad, Gold Foil Sheet, Metallic Gold Ink Pad, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Scalloped Tag Topper Punch, Gold Sequin Trim, Gold Baker's twine, Watercolor Wonder (gold) Washi Tape

This next card was one of of our make and takes at Founder's Circle in September. I love this alternative way to use the Gold Sequin Trim! The notecard is part of the Watercolor Wonder Designer Notecards and Envelopes. There are 20 cards in the package -- 4 each of 5 different designs.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Happy Watercolor stamp set, Crisp Cantaloupe ink pad, Metallic Gold Ink Pad, Versamark ink pad, Gold Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Watercolor Paper, Watercolor Wonder Notecards & Envelopes, Fancy Foil Designer Vellum, Deco Label Collection Framelits, Gold Sequin Trim, Gold Baker's Twine

 

Finally, here is my attempt at a 3-D project. I used the new Tag Topper Punch to create a little treat wrapper...but I didn't have any treats to wrap up, so it's empty. So sad and pathetic, isn't it? What would you put inside it? It's 2" wide and has a 1/2" width on the inside. I think some small candy or maybe some tea bags would fit nicely inside.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Happy Watercolor stamp set, Fresh Prints Designer Paper Stack, Versamark ink pad, Gold Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Watercolor Wonder Washi Tape, Angled Tag Topper Punch, Metallic Clothespins, Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffled Ribbon, Gold Sequin Trim, Gold Baker's Twine

That's all I have for you today! Be sure to come back and visit me again for more sneak peeks from the new Occasions Catalog and Sale-a-bration brochure! For now, it's time to continue on with the tour and head over to see what Cindy Elam Heart's Delights Cards has in store for you!

Four Favorite Mitten Punch Projects

The Mitten Builder Punch was available in last year's Holiday Catalog. It had a short season as a Stampin' Up! punch, but now it's back in the Clearance Rack at a discount! If you missed this festive punch, make sure to get it now before it's gone! You can do so much more than make mittens with it! Check out some of my favorite Mitten Punch projects from last year. (Click on each photo to see the original blog post with project details.)

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