Checkerboard

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Here's the checkerboard from my CH Morning Live appearance.  Great to create on rainy days (which, unfortunately are in the forecast for the southern Ontario area).  I took a 12" x 12" piece of cardstock, then used my papercutter to cut 7 slits 11" long (leaving 1/2" on either end), spaced 1-1/4" apart, starting 2-1/4" from one end.  I cut 8 strips of contrasting cardstock 1-1/4" x 12" (only because I was too lazy to calculate what they should be…lol).  Weave the strips of cardstock through the larger piece, and then adjust the ends & trim to size so you end up with a checkerboard that is 8 squares by 8 squares in size.  Adhere the ends of the strips in place and you're done!  To create the checker pieces, I stamped the star image from the Stampin' Up! set "Wanted" on whisper white cardstock and punched them out with the 1-1/4" circle punch.  Use the 1-3/8" circle punch to create backing circles from the 2 cardstock colours you used.  In my example, I used Apricot Appeal and Almost Amethyst.  The joy of creating your own projects – you can use whatever colour you'd like!!!

Feel free to email me if you have any questions about this project.  Don't forget the new Stampin' Up! Deal of the Week will be revealed Monday at 12 noon EST (or is it EDT??!!).  I'll post an update here, but if you're anxious, check www.yamstamps.stampinup.net at noon tomorrow if you want the hot off the press info!

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Stampin’ Up! Cardstock Swatch Book

Swatch-book Ever wondered what colour you "needed" to fill that gap in your collection?  Or how certain colours actually looked together (outside of your imagination?!).  I created a cardstock swatch book for myself & shared it with some customers at my recent Open House.  This swatch ring features cardstock samples complete with identifying labels with item code numbers.  I've been taking orders and selling them to local customers and will be giving these to all new demonstrators who sign up with my group during the starter kit special promotion – until August 31st.  It's a great tool to have on hand!!  It includes all 4 Stampin' Up! colour families plus the new In Colours. 

Don't forget that my Information Night is this upcoming Tuesday at 7pm – please RSVP to find out more about being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  The more the merrier – come join our group "The 'Eh' Team"!

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New Stamping Class in Burlington!

Petalpizzazz-class This fun class uses the new In Colours Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry.  Four cards with a coordinating box to hold them. 

There's a number of options for this class

1) Class by Mail – $25 plus postage – includes all pre-cut materials – you supply the stamps, ink & adhesive.  Contact me to purchase.

2) Class in Person – $25 – Tuesday August 18th 7pm in Burlington ON – includes all supplies 

3) Free Project Instructions – yours with a $50 merchandise order at www.yamstamps.stampinup.net during August.  Contact me for special class supply pricing.

Supplies for this class:
Petal Pizzazz & On Your Birthday stamp sets
Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo & Basic Black classic inks
Cardstock: Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White; Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper
Accessories: clear rhinestone brads, Melon Mambo 1/2" polka dot grosgrain ribbon, large oval punch, scallop oval punch, cutting & scoring tool of choice, bone folder, cutting tools, stamp-a-ma-jig, adhesive (inc. Sticky Strip)

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Starter Kit Specials start today!

The Mini Starter Kit is available as of today – priced at $105, until the end of August.  It's a great way to start your own Stampin' Up! business if you already have a number of Stampin' Up! stamps and products.  You will receive ALL the business supplies to get you started, the For All You Do stamp set (valued at $38.95) is included, plus 6 In Colour classic ink pads, an assorted package of In Colour cardstock and a package of Whisper White cardstock.  You may make substitutions for the stamp set or colours of equal value or less.

The Standard Starter kit
, priced at $269 is also available, and until the end of August, you'll receive all 6 In Colour classic ink pads and an assorted package of In Colour cardstock AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE.  Talk about bang for your business buck!  The incentive above, plus all your business supplies, five stamp sets, a stampin' around wheel with ink cartridge and handle, 3 packages of cardstock, SNAIL adhesive, stampin' pastels, blender pens, 5 classic ink pads, versamark pad, Decor Elements item plus applicator, Stampin' Scrub and Mist.

Please contact me for more information or if you have any questions.
Online signup is available here (click on START YOUR OWN BUSINESS), contact me for the password and I can also walk you through the process; or RSVP for my Information Night, next Tuesday, July 21st at 7pm to meet in person & discuss your business options!!

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Stampin’ Up!’s Deal of the Week #3

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Stampin' Up!'s new deal of the week is Square Fire Rhinestone Brads.  I love these brads for adding a little bling to my cards & projects, and at over 30% off this week they're a great deal!! Place your online order here (click on shop now) or contact me to ask questions or place an order.

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Item

Page

Description

Regular Price

Special Price

July 13, 10 AM (MT) through
July 20, 9:50 AM (MT)

109112

179

Square Fire Rhinestone brads

$15.95

$10.99

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