Clearance Rack Mania!

With the New Catalog just around the corner, Stampin' Up! has added 55 items to The Clearance Rack! There's everything from Punches & Big Shot Dies, to Fabric & Buttons & so much more!

There are products from past mini catalogs that you may have missed, or you just want to restock your stash! Halloween, Christmas, Valentines Day, it's so exciting, go take a look!

These items can only be ordered from my Online Store. Hurry ~ these discontinued products are available only while supplies last! Go there now to check out The Clearance Rack because at these prices, they won't last long!

Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Sneak Peek!

Don't you just love Sneak Peeks of new product? Well, I sure do! Here's a sneak peek of some great new product that will be available in the new 2012/2013 Catalog ~ Summer Smooches!

During the month of April, you have the opportunity to purchase these products before their release in June ~ Yes, June! The new Catalog is being unveiled on June 1st this year, earlier than ever!

Item	Description	Price
125495	Bright Blossoms Wood-Mount Set	$16.95
125497	Bright Blossoms Clear-Mount Set	$12.95
125409	Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper	$10.95
125583	Daffodil Delight 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon	$6.95
125411	Summer Smooches Designer Fabric	$9.95
125589	Summer Smooches Fabric Designer Brads*	$6.95
125626	Summer Smooches Décor Stencil*	$7.95
125606	Petite Purse Bigz L Die	$32.95
129919	Summer Smooches Photobook Template	$17.95
129601	Summer Smooches Digital Kit	$9.95

*Exclusive to the Summer Smooches Special Offer; will not be available in the 2012-2013 Annual Catalog

Product Details:

• Designer Series Paper coordinating colors: Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo, Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry.
• Designer Fabric coordinating colors: Daffodil Delight, Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo, Tangerine Tango.
• Fabric Designer Brads: 24 pieces, 8 ea. of 3 designs.
• Summer Smooches Photobook Template and Digital Kit are My Digital Studio downloads.

My class this month, Sunday April 15, will be featuring these bright fun products! Sign up today and come see just how adorable these new Stamps and Designer Papers & Fabric Brads are while we create six summery cards & one bonus project!

Remember, my online store is open 24/7. You can visit and place an order anytime!

Thanks for stopping by!

dd

Stocking Builder Punch

Often, some of the products in the mini catalogs are carried over into the following Idea Book & Catalog. This time, however, the Stocking Builder Punch (item #124095) featured in the Holiday Mini will not be carried over. If this is an item that's on your Wish List, be sure to get it before it's gone! This item will only be available while supplies last. Once the current inventory of this punch has been depleted, it will no longer be available.Don't forget to check out the great deals during the Clearance Blitz!

Hope you all have a Very Merry Christmas!
dd

Clearance Rack Blitz!

Just in time for Holiday shopping! Take advantage of some fabulous discounts. Nearly 200 new Clearance Rack items are being added to my Online Store at discounts up to 80% off ~ while supplies last! Only Online orders qualify for this promotion. Orders can include non-Clearance Rack items as well.

Some of the items include the old body style punches! There is no minimum purchase required to participate. Qualifying orders are eligible for Hostess Benefits/Stampin' Rewards. Clearance Rack items are only available while supplies last. There are no refunds or exchanges on these items.

You can view the entire Clearance Rack HERE!

Have fun shopping ~
dd

Online Extravaganza!

The Online Extravaganza has begun! Today through November 30 you can get incredible discounts ~ up to 60% off ~ on some of your favorite products!

I Love a Sale! Especially one I can enjoy from the comfort of my own home. No driving in traffic, no searching for the perfect parking spot, no toting shopping bags from store to store ~ that's right ~ get comfy, grab your computer & a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage and check out the great deals available during the Online Extravaganza!

Visit my Online Store to see the complete list of discounted items.

Thanks for stopping by ~ enjoy shopping!

Free Digital Downloads!

Mark your calendar to receive your FREE Digital Downloads in honor of Digital Scrapbooking Day!

Are you a digital scrapbooker? Do you like the hybrid look? Or, have you just been wanting to play with digital to see what it's all about?

Stampin' Up!'s celebration of Digital Scrapbooking Day begins tomorrow, Friday, November 4.

To get your FREE Digital Downloads*, visit MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7, answer a quick survey, and you will be directed on how to get your downloads.

If 5,000 customers to fill out the survey and get the FREE Downloads, Stampin' Up! will give everyone another FREE Download. Want to make sure you get it? Encourage your friends, family, coworkers, and scrapping buddies to go to MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7 to fill out the short survey and get their FREE Downloads.

Did you know that we have a facebook page? Spread the word by sharing the link from My Digital Studio's Facebook Page and "like" us while you're there.

There's also a gallery at MyDigitalStudio.net. Starting tomorrow, Friday, November 4, be sure to visit and take a look at what you can do with this amazing software.

The picture of me & Shelli in the right hand corner was created with the My Digital Studio Software! You can create more than just scrapbook pages. The designing software contains exclusive designs, artwork, colors and templates to create different sized scrapbook pages, cards, calendars and more! We also offer our professional print service at great prices.

*These downloads can be used in My Digital Studio as well as other editing programs capable of accessing .png and .jpg files. When you download, you will be given options for MAC and PC as well.

Gotta Love the FREE stuff!
Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

It's Good To Be The Hostess!

Have you been thinking about Hosting a Holiday Workshop? Well, do I have great news for you! Starting today through December 15, 2011, You will get an additional $35 in FREE Stampin' Up! products when you host a $350 Workshop. Yes, I said additional! So, when your workshop total is $350 before s/h and tax, you'll get the usual $50 PLUS $35 for a total of $85 in FREE product, just for inviting friends over to stamp!

Don't forget too, that when you host a $400 Workshop, you qualify for one item at half price! With the additional FREE product, you will also get $100 in FREE product!

It's Good To Be The Hostess! Gather your friends and family, and set a date before December 15, 2011, to get together for some stamping fun, and reward yourself with the products you love for FREE!

Want to start your own Stampin' Up! business? This is a great opportunity to get your business going strong! Get your starter kit & FREE Big Shot and you'll be ready to share your love of stamping with Hostesses anxious to take advantage of earning even more rewards!

Contact me today to book your Holiday Workshop or to Join My Team!

I Love my job! Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Free Big Shot Promo Extended!

Great News!
If you were afraid you were going to miss out on getting your Big Shot for Free or $100 Free Product, fear no more!
Stampin' Up! has extended this awesome deal through
November 11, 2011.

When you sign up to become a Demonstrator now through November 11, you can choose a Big Shot for Free, or $100 Free product, in addition to the already fantastic Starter Kit. What better way to get your Stampin' Up! business off to a great start! You'll be ready to share the fun and creativity of Stampin' Up! products with your family, friends and neighbors just in time for the holidays!

Just a few reasons I Love being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ~

• Product Discount ~ I get a 20% discount on all the products I Love, making it easier to purchase the things I need to express my creativity!
• Extra Income ~ I make a little extra income based on my sales and recruiting. This helps to pay a couple of household bills each month.
• Flexible Schedule ~ I work when I want to! This is my business, so I can work as much or as little as I need to, to fit my daily routines.
• Support from Stampin' Up! ~ We have access to an exclusive website strictly for SU Demonstrators. There are workshop ideas, audio and video training on all kinds of topics and techniques, and a gallery with tens of thousands of creative samples shared by other Demonstrators.
• Friendships ~ I treasure the friendships I've made through Stampin' Up! Whether it's meeting new people at a workshop, chatting with a fellow Demonstrator I've met online, or sharing my Love For What I Do through the classes I teach, I'm always meeting new people and developing lasting friendships, with people who share my passion of creating.

I would Love to have You join my Team and begin sharing my passion with You!

Thanks for stopping by ~ Have a Safe & Happy Halloween!
dd

Spooky Cone

Wow ~ two weeks have past again without a post! For those of you who don't know, I started working again. It's just part time, but it's taking me and my family a little time to adjust to me being gone 8 hours a day, a couple of days a week. It's amazing what doesn't get done in those 8 hours. I think maybe they are realizing that I actually do more than just spend all my time in my craft room.

I have another cute Halloween project for you. This is one you'll want to give to those special little goblins. It was created using the Big Shot and the Bigz L Petal Cone Die. You will need to cut 2 cones. This die works best using the Extended Premium Crease Pad, cutting just one layer of paper at a time. Using the Crease Pad will ensure your fold marks are scored properly making assembling your cone a lot easier.

Before putting the cone together, I embossed each piece using the Spider Web Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. Then to add a spooky touch, I used a Sponge Dauber with White Stampin' Pastels and gently rubbed over the spider web. You'll also want to add your Designer Buttons strung on Hemp Twine before assembling your cone. Use a bit of Sticky Strip to tape the end of the twine inside the cone. Just use it like regular tape, without removing the top protective plastic strip.

Now, you can assemble your cone. Decorate the flaps with Frightful Sight Designer Series Paper, add a Scallop Dot Ribbon handle, secured with Glimmer Brads and you're ready to fill it with Spooky Treats!

Once again, a project I couldn't have done without my Big Shot! Do you want one? Would you like to join my Team and get one for FREE? Do you already have one and want $100 FREE product of your choice? There's only a few more days for you to take advantage of this great incentive! I would love to have you on my Team of talented stampers. Contact me today and we'll get your *Big Shot or *$100 FREE product on it's way so you can get started on all your Holiday projects!
*You will receive your Big Shot or $100 Free product in addition the Starter Kit you choose.

Thanks for stopping by today!
dd

I Was Stalked...

I was featured on the Crafty Blog Stalkers Blog! This is very flattering to me. It lets me know that people really are looking at my blog, and that they like what they're seeing!


She used the Accordion Rosette to top a gift of fresh baked bread ~ yum! You can see hers HERE.

Just a reminder that we have a lot of great things going on this month ~

• The introduction of the Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps. Includes Wood Handle, 3 interchangeable images, recipes and tips for creating adorable Holiday shortbread cookies.
• Buy 2 Simply Sent Card Kits and get a coordinating Stamp Set for FREE! These make great gifts, or are a great way to get your Holiday cards done in a snap!
• FREE BIG SHOT (OR) $100 FREE PRODUCT OF YOUR CHOICE!
  

Do you love crafting? Do you love to share it with your family & friends? Would you love to get a discount on your stamping and scrapbooking supplies? Would you like to earn some extra income? Do you love FREE stuff? Then you should think about joining my Team in October! When you do, you will get a free Big Shot or $100 in free Stampin' Up! product ~ your choice ~ along with your new Starter Kit. The Starter Kit is also customizable, so if you already own some of the items, you can substitute for items you need. The Starter Kit is only $175 and contains over $345 worth of Stamp Sets, Cardstock, Ink, Accessories and Business Supplies. With your freebies, you will be getting approximately $445 worth of product and supplies for only $175! Everything you need to get your business started just in time for the Holidays!

Click HERE to see more about the benefits of becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.

Contact me or, you can sign up online HERE to get started today!
Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Holiday Trio

Aren't they adorable! This is the Holiday Trio we made in class yesterday. These were made with the Big Shot, the Fancy Favor Bigz XL Die, a few Punches and some fun Embellishments.

These Fancy Favor Boxes are perfect for little candy treats, small gifts and gift cards. Or, you can just hang them on your Christmas tree! They are simple to make and pretty economical too. You can cut 2 boxes from 1 sheet of 12x12 cardstock. Just imagine the smiles from an elementary classroom when these little guys are passed around filled with Holiday treats.

And, right now, if you want to get your Big Shot for FREE, you can! Join my Team of talented stampers during the month of October, and your new Big Shot will come to your door with your New Starter Kit. Just in time for your Holiday crafting!

Contact me if you'd like to learn more about joining the Stampin' Up! family.
Thanks for stopping by~
dd

Out on a Limb

A couple of weekends ago I spent the entire weekend with seven of my stamping friends. We had an organized swap where we each created 5 cards and 3 other projects to trade. Then throughout the weekend we stamped tons of cards and several more projects. We rented the meeting room in a hotel, hauled our stamping supplies in, filling the room, and stamped the days and nights away!

Here's a picture of all the things we did!

I have so many things to share. I'll start with an adorable Halloween card created with the Out on a Limb Stamp Set. I love this cute little witch, flying over the roof top. The moon was made by punching a hole with the 2-1/2" Circle Punch and layering Vellum behind it. It's even more adorable when you put a battery operated tea light behind it!

There's also several promotions for the month of October. If you've been thinking about joining my Team, you can get a Free Big Shot when you do! Looking for a fun Holiday Gift? Try our brand new Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps! Do you know someone who likes stamping, but doesn't know where to start? Another great gift idea are the Simply Sent Card Kits. During the month of October, when you buy 2 kits, you get a coordinating stamp set Free! Click on the links, or contact me for more information about any of these great deals.

Thanks for stopping by today ~
dd

Simply Adorned Inserts Class

Wow! I knew it had been a while since I'd posted, but I didn't realize how long! I have been really busy & things have been pretty crazy, and I apologize for my absence. I'm hoping I can get back to my more organized self and begin posting on a more regular basis.

I had a class Monday morning for the Holiday Jewelry Inserts for the Simply Adorned Necklace. We made 4 more inserts. One each for Halloween, Fall, Christmas and Winter. Again, it was so much fun to see the ladies express their creative freedom, and make their inserts to fit their personalities. I wish I had thought to take pictures of all of them. Here is a picture of the mine.

Have you ever thought to yourself that you don't have time to make cards, or that you're not creative enough? The Simply Sent Card Kits are the perfect solution! During the month of October, when you purchase 2 Simply Sent Card Kits (pages 192-193 in the catalog) you'll get a coordinating Stamp Set from the same pages for FREE!

The Simply Sent Card Kits come with 8 Printed Cards, Adhesive Accents, Ribbon*, Adhesive Pearls*, and 8 White Envelopes. These kits make it so easy to create cards for any occasion.

*not available in all kits

Contact me to order your Simply Sent Card Kits today!

Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Bingo Bits Bracelets

This weekend, I had my Bingo Bits Bracelet Class. We made 2 bracelets, one for Halloween, and one for Christmas using the Spooky Bingo Bits and Jolly Bingo Bits Stamps Set.

We started with the Simply Adorned 8" Bracelet. Then we stamped the images on Shrinky Dink Plastic with Stazon Ink. This is a quick drying permanent ink that works great on nonporous surfaces.

We had so much fun stamping and punching out several different shapes to create the charms for our bracelets. Some of the shapes we used were the Scallop Circle, Postage Stamp, Ornament, the Scallop Triangle from the Petite Pennants Builder Punch, and from the Holiday Mini Catalog, the new Stocking Builder Punch. We added a Black Crystal Bauble to our Halloween bracelet, and a Clear Crystal Bauble to our Christmas bracelet. Everyone also had their choice of adding a Key Trinket or a Crown and Pumpkin Pie, Real Red and Basic Black 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon.

Even though we all used the same products & materials, everyone's bracelets turned out a little different. I love to watch as all the ladies enjoy their creative freedom. I must say, this was probably the quietest class I've ever had. Everyone was in such deep concentration.

Just a couple of reminders that the end of the month is only 1 day away and that means ~
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 is ~

• The last day to order from the Summer Mini Catalog.

• The last day for the Strength & Hope Campaign. Stampin' Up! is donating $2 from the purchase of this set to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Seen in the Summer Mini.

• The last day for the Buy 3 Get One Free Designer Series Paper. Don't miss out on this great deal. Stock up now on all the DSP you'll be needing for your holiday crafting projects.

Don't forget, you can place orders online, anytime! Just go to my website & click on Shop Now.

Thanks for stopping by~
dd

Boo!

From one Holiday to another! Well, I was inspired when I received my free package of Frightful Sight Designer Series Paper. Yep, I took advantage of the August promo and stocked up on some DSP. You can get a free package too! When you order 3 packages of Designer Series Paper, you get the 4th package free. Click HERE to see all the great choices.

Halloween really isn't that far away, especially when it comes to planning your cards and projects. I tried a new technique on this card. Cutting, Embossing and Inking Wood Sheets. First, I cut the letters from the Wood Sheet with the Big Shot and the Simple Letters Alphabet. Then I embossed the letters using the Square Lattice Embossing Folder. Next, I sponged them with Basic Black Classic Ink. I think it gives it a very spooky look.

The background was embossed with the new Stripes Embossing Folder. The cute little spider is from another new stamp set, Spooky Bingo Bits. This is a great set with 24 spooky images. I punched it out with the 3/4" Circle Punch and layered it on a Mini Vintage Tag with a Stampin' Dimensional. The sentiment is from Teeny Tiny Wishes, punched out with the Word Window Punch, layered on Basic Black Card Stock punched out with the Modern Label Punch. I finished it off with a Pumpkin Pie Glimmer Brad.

August 31 is the last day to order from the Occasions Mini Catalog and the last day of the Buy 3 Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper Promotion. You can see the mini on my website, and don't forget to stock up now on DSP for all your Holiday projects and card making!

Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Hello My Friend

I must say I'm very pleased with today's card. This stamp set, My Friend, was one of the first ones to go on my Wish List from the new catalog. I just Love the swirly hello sentiment.

I used the new Fancy Fan Letterpress Plate to create the background. I inked up the plate with Versa Mark, placed my Baja Breeze card stock on top of it, and ran it through my Big Shot. This embosses the card stock and gives it the tone on tone look at the same time. The base of the card is the new In-Color, Island Indigo. Check out the new Ruffled Ribbon. This comes in all of the new In-Colors. The lacey border was created with the new Lace Ribbon Border Punch. I just cut it in half and put it above and below the Whisper White Card Stock used for the sentiment.

See the stamping on the little butterfly? This is another stamp from the My Friend stamp set. I stamped a scrap of paper with Baja Breeze Classic Ink, and then used the Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die and my Big Shot to punch it out. I've used all 3 different sizes of Basic Pearls to put the finishing touches on my card. Two medium pearls on the body of the butterfly, 3 large pearls on the ribbon, and the tiniest one on the swirl in the words my friend.

Don't forget to stock up on your DSP this month. Buy 3 packages and Get 1 FREE! Contact me for more details, or visit my website.

I hope you enjoyed your visit. Thanks for stopping by!
dd

Buy 3 Get 1 Free!

A new month ~ a new promotion! I don't know how they do it, but every year the Stampin' Up! catalog just gets better & better. This year, I am in Love with all of the new Designer Series Paper, so I was super excited when I heard about the latest promotion.

Starting today, through August 31, when you buy 3 packages of Designer Series Paper, you get a 4th one FREE! Now is the perfect time to stock up for your holiday projects, scrapbooking needs, or just add to your stash. You can bet that's what I'm going to do!

There is no limit to the number of FREE packages you can earn. The more you order, the more you get FREE! Specialty Designer Series Paper and Hostess Designer Series Paper are not included in this promotion and can not be redeemed through this offer. This does include all of the regular Designer Series Paper in the 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalog as well as the Nautical Expedition DSP in the Summer Mini.

Don't need 3 packs of paper right now? Get together with a friend to place an order and then share your FREE pack! Each package of DSP comes with 12 total sheets of paper ~ 2 each of 6 double-sided designs ~ perfect for sharing.

Contact me today to place your order and get your FREE Designer Series Paper, or visit my website and order online!

Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Paisley Petals

Here's the card I promised using the Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper and Four Frames Stamp Set. I absolutely Love both of these items, and am thrilled that they will be available in the new 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalog!

If you love them too, you don't have to wait until July to get them. During the month of April, just place a small $20 order and you can order these too! Do you Love Free? Just Host a qualifying workshop in April, and both of these items can be yours for Free!

For this card, I've used the coordinating Cherry Cobbler Cardstock and Seam Binding Ribbon. The Four Frames Stamp Set coordinates with the Designer Label Punch. There are four different designs that are all just adorable! To mat the frame, I punched out a Cherry Cobbler Designer Label, cut it in half, and then just layered it on the top & bottom half of the frame. I pulled a single thread to gather up the ribbon, adhered it with Sticky Strip, and added some Basic Pearls for the finishing touch.

I have another card just like this but in another color combination for tomorrow. Contact me to place an order or book your Workshop, or place your order online anytime from the comfort and convenience of your own home!

Thanks for stopping by~
dd

New Month - New Promotions!

Sale-a-Bration may be over, but don't despair, you can still earn Free product and purchase special Grab Bags!

Spring is Blossoming with a sneak peek of a couple of products from the upcoming 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalog. During the month of April, when you spend $20 on any SU products, you are eligible to purchase The Four Frames Stamp Set and gorgeous Paisley Petals Designer Series Paper. Or, Host a qualifying workshop and the stamp set & paper pack are yours for FREE! I've got my calendar open, so contact me today to book your workshop.

Also, beginning today, and continuing while supplies last, you will be able to purchase special grab bags in the Online Store. These grab bags will come in three sizes ~ $5, $10, and $15. Each bag will contain a variety of discontinued products that could include a combination of any of the following items ~ Ribbons, Accents & Elements, Chipboard, Designer Series Papers, and Simply Sent kit components. Grab bags will not contain stamp sets or tools.

• Grab bag orders can only be placed on *Demonstrator Orders or in the Online Store.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the grab bag special offer.
• There is no limit to the number of grab bags a customer may purchase; however, grab bag items are only available while supplies last.
• All grab bag sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.
• Not all grab bags will be unique.
• You should use the following item numbers when ordering grab bags:

Item	Description
125873	$5 Grab Bag (containing at least $20 worth of products!)
125874	$10 Grab Bag (containing at least $40 worth of products!)
125875	$15 Grab Bag (containing at least $60 worth of products!)

*Contact me to place this order

Check back on Monday for a sample featuring the new Four Frames Stamp Set & Paisley Petals DSP.

Thanks for stopping by!

dd

Last Week For Filled With Love

Valentine's Day is the second most popular holiday for sending cards! When you order the Filled With Love Bundle, you get this adorable Stamp Set, Exclusive Designer Series Paper Pack and a FREE package of Clear Bitty Buttons. The perfect bundle to create all your Valentine cards!

Remember, this offer ends January 24.

I have to give a shout out to my new friends from South Carolina. One of the fun events at Leadership was making cards for Ronald McDonald House. Each table was given a box of product and asked to create cards. We were each to create a card of our own, and then create a card as a group and enter it in a contest. Our card didn't win, but that didn't matter, we were seated with 3 of the nicest ladies and enjoyed making several cards together for a great cause. I wish I had thought to get a picture of our group & the cards we made. Maybe we'll run into each other again at another SU event.

Just a few more days until Sale-a-Bration! Do you have your orders ready? Are you ready to earn FREE Stamps & Accessories? I'm ready! Contact me for more information.

Thanks for stopping by ~ Have a Great Day!
dd