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

Big News!

If you've been waiting for just the right opportunity to do what you love, while getting a 20% discount on your favorite products, now is the perfect time! During October, you'll get a FREE Big Shot (OR $100 in other product!!!) when you join the Stampin' Up! family as a Demonstrator.

• Use the Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine and Stampin' Up!'s Exclusive Dies** to create uniquely beautiful projects in a flash.

• In addition, the New Demonstrator Starter Kit ~ just $175 ~ valued at over $345, containes stamp sets, card stock, ink, accessories, and business supplies ~ everything you need to start your new business.

There are so many benefits to being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ~

• A 20% product discount!
• A free monthly issue of Stampin' Up!'s Demonstrator-only magazine, Stampin' Success!
• Sneak peeks at brand-new products!
• Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!
• Regular get-togethers to stamp!
• Free access to an online community of 30,000+ crafters/stampers and creative artists, as well as 160,000+ project samples!
• Plus, access to an exclusive video & training for your new Big Shot!

Don't miss this BIG Deal! Contact me today to learn how you can take advantage

of this great opportunity and get your FREE Big Shot!

You may also sign up online at my website:
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/debbied/jointhefun

**Big Shot dies sold separately.

I'd love to have you take advantage of this Big Deal & join my Team! Contact me today so we can begin stamping together!

Thanks for stopping by ~
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

My Blog Was Featured...

My blog was featured on Tiffany Bauer's Crafty Picks #32. You can see all of her picks HERE.

Check it out, she has some great projects.
Thanks Tiffany ~ this is very exciting!
dd

A Rare Saturday Post

Because I promised I would post earlier in the week and didn't have time to do it ~ Here's a little project for Saturday!

This little Jelly Jar Pin Cushion went together pretty quickly. I really wanted to do it with the new Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Fabric in the Holiday Mini, but I haven't received mine yet, so I went with the ever so cute Candy Cane Christmas Fabric in the big catalog. It's very cute too, and worked just fine.

I used the 3-1/2" Circle Die to cut the fabric with my Big Shot. Then, I put Sticky Strip around the edge, on the underneath side of the flat insert of the lid. I put a tuft of fiberfill on top, covered that with the fabric and wrapped it around adhering it to the Sticky Strip underneath. I Love Sticky Strip. When I am doing a 3D project, it is always my adhesive of choice. To finish the underneath side, I added a circle of Real Red Cardstock, punched with the 2-1/2" Circle Punch.

I filled mine with the new Holly Berry Bouquet Buttons, but you could fill it with colorful straight pins, a little sewing kit, bobbins, candy, the possibilities are endless! I have a couple of sewers in my family & think these will make cute little gifts.

The lady at the grocery where I bought the jelly jars was so excited. She asked me what I was canning. I think she thought I was a little nuts when my response was, "Ummm buttons?"

Thanks so much for stopping by today & enjoy this Holiday weekend!
dd

New Month - New Mini!

Just a quick post today to remind you that ~

Today is the first day we can place orders from the Holiday Mini Catalog! This catalog is 43 pages of total awesomeness! There are products for Halloween, Fall, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter & More!

If you don't have a catalog, you can check it out on my website HERE. If you'd like to have your very own copy, just let me know & I'll get one to you right away!

The sales period for this mini is September 1 through January 3, 2012. Book your Holiday Workshops now!

I have a busy day today, but I promise I'll share a project with you tomorrow. Thanks for stopping by & enjoy browsing through the new mini!
dd