EVENT: Fall Stamp-a-Stack to celebrate World Cardmaking Day
DATE: Saturday, October 3rd, 1-4 pm
LOCATION: Emmanuel United Church (Upper Room); 871 Upper Ottawa, Hamilton ON – see map here (elevator access available)
COST: $25 EARLY BIRD until September 21st – FIRM; after September 21st – $35 Registration includes all supplies to create 10 cards (including envelopes), light refreshments, door prizes & displays
Guess what was delivered to me today? Stampin' Up!'s new digital project program! You can create digital scrapbook layouts, photo books, cards, dvds…
I just had to sit down and play with it for a little while. Here's my first layout to share – a quickie – used a template, dropped in the photos (able to crop them in place) added in abackground, text and a "stamp" (the words 'sunny days') and here it is! In all honesty, it took me less than half an hour, most of it spent making decisions on what colours to use and which accessories! (In the end, I obviously didn't use that many accessories lol).
My first impressions – I find it easy to use. If you have used Photoshop products, it will feel familiarto you. If you haven't used Photoshop products, My Digital Studio is very user friendly & there are guides & tips all along the way. You can use Stampin' Up! images, and embellishments to digitally enhance your digital photos. Don't just let those photos sit in your computer – share them!! My Digital Studio is available to my Stampin' Up! customers on October 1st. Contact me for more information or to reserve your copy!!
In celebration of World Card Making Day, Saturday October 3rd, I will be holding a Stamp a Stack in Hamilton, Ontario. What's a Stamp a Stack? Quite simply, you come & stamp a stack of cards… and of course there will be displays, prizes and light snacks. We're still ironing out the final details but I wanted to give you a heads up. Saturday October 3rd at Emmanuel United Church on Upper Ottawa Street in Hamilton. Be on my mailing list (see the box at top left of the blog) to get more details in your inbox. I'll also post finalized details here at yamstamps.com
Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Mini Catalogue is here! If you are in Canada & haven't received a copy in the mail, contact me for one, or click on the image at left to see the online version. It's full of fantastic products & ideas… Holiday items, Build-a-Bear images & dies, digital scrapbooking…. oh my!! The digital scrapbooking item, My Digital Studio will sell for $106.95 and will be available for customer purchase on October 1st. (Demonstrators can order their copy as of today….guess what I did this morning?! lol)
There's also a hostess promotion on right now – if you have a workshop with sales of $330 or more, you can choose one item in the mini for $14! (other than hostess sets or My Digital Studio). After October 1st, if your workshop sales are $525 or more, you can purchase My Digital Studio at HALF PRICE! What are you waiting for? Contact me to book your party now!
I'm off to a friend's demonstrator group get together today. I'm always grateful that Mo has included me in her group – since my original group is in British Columbia. Now that I'm living in Ontario, it's a bit far to go for get togethers.
We're doing a shoebox swap, so we each come up with a prototype card and supplies for each person to recreate it.
This was the first version of my card, using the Stampin' Up! set, Very Thankful. It's the Ronald McDonald House charity set – for each set sold, Stampin' Up! donates $2 to the RMHC.
I liked the card, but felt it was a bit blah. I asked my friend Sue (my original group leader!) to give me some input, so I amended it…
That, and some better editing of the photo lets the card "pop" a bit more, don't you think?
I added a layer of Melon Mambo onto the Rich Razzleberry card base. It's still a clean, simple design, but more substantial. (At least that's what I think!!).
In order to get the design and sentiment separate, I actually cut the rubber of the stamp before mounting it onto the wood. I like the ability to "custom mount" as I see fit!
I've mounted the images on one side. The label shows what's on the other side of the block…
This way, I can use just the images or just the sentiment…
I'm looking forward to getting together with _my_ group of demonstrators in September. If you'd like to be there, please take advantage of the current starter kit specials – which end on MONDAY. See here for more details & to get your starter kit….the password is ehteam. Please contact me if you have any questions.
I’m working on the September edition of “Linda’s Link”, my e-newsletter. Are you on my mailing list? Sign up through the sign up box in the top left corner!
I've updated my class schedule here – new Stamping 101 Class and a (GULP) Christmas class are on the books. If you are interested in having a class in your own home, be sure to contact me before I fill up my calendar!!
The Class to Go option is great if you have an uncertain schedule or like to craft at odd hours or in bits & pieces. When you purchase the Class to Go, you receive full colour step-by-step instructions & pre-cut materials to recreate this wonderful ensemble! This new class features the stamp set For All You Do and the In Colour Rich Razzleberry.
Other supplies required: Rich Razzleberry, Pale Plum, Old Olive & Basic Black Classic Inks
Adhesives of choice (inc. Sticky Strip), Cutting tools of choice
Scallop Edge punch, Curly Label punch, Large Oval Punch, 1 ¼” square punch, 1 3/8 " square punch
$25 – pick up in Burlington. Postage extra
Please contact me directly if you require your package mailed.
If you'd rather use my punches or like the in-person guidance, attend the class I'm offering – September 23rd. See the class page for details & registration
I don't think I ever posted these pics of door hangers that I did for the Crafting with Kids (which morphed into "Manly Crafting") on CH Morning Live last month. I used the Circle Scissors Plus to cut the hole for the door knob.
My Opportunity Evening is tomorrow – if you're wondering about what is involved in having your own Stampin' Up! business (or how to support your own habit LOL). If you aren't able to attend, but are interested in the information, there's a few options. You could contact me and we can arrange to chat either in person or via technology of some sort at a more convenient time. Or you could visit HERE and watch the videos providing information from the comfort of your own computer screen. Heck, you can even sign up online! Contact me for the password (because I'd really like to at least say "Hi" to my new team members!).
The mini starter kit (pictured at left) and the standard starter kit with bonus (In Colour ink pads & cardstock) are only available until the end of August, so don't miss out on this great opportunity! See the post here for a bit more info I'll also be providing my new recruits with a colour swatch booklet and 30 days free membership to the Business Stampers Group. What a great way to start off a new venture, eh?!
I think I've recovered from my jet lag (was on the west coast visiting family and Mickey Mouse) and I'm looking forward to getting back to my regular posting routine!
Stampin' Up! has a few great specials for the month of August. We are celebrating kids and the kid in everyone!
From August 1st through September 30th when you purchase the Decor Elements Growth Chart, you will get a FREE applicator tool. This Growth Chart is not featured in the current catalogue – it's a special offer at this time!
From August 1st through August 31st, when you spend $45 on stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue (pages 74-90) you will receive a FREE package of Designer buttons–a $10.95 value! Eligible buttons are listed below.
| Item # | Page | Description | Retail Value |
| 116313 | 181 |
Playground Designer buttons |
$10.95 |
| 116312 | 181 |
Sherbet Designer buttons |
$10.95 |
| 114333 | 181 |
Button Latte Designer buttons |
$10.95 |
Contact me for more information or click here to place your online order.
So sad, we've come to the end of the Deals of the Week. This final deal is a good one – the Heart to Heart punch, item 113694 on page 187 of the Idea Book & Catalogue; regularly $22.95, on sale for $15.99, over 30% off the regular price! You can place your order online here and have it delivered to your door…or contact me to place your order & I'll let you know when it's arrived. **PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS FINAL DEAL IS ONLY VALID UNTIL 11:50 PM (Mountain Time) FRIDAY JULY 31st**
This are some pillow boxes I made back in February. I used the Heart to Heart punch on the red pillow box and backed it with a Window Sheet to give a peek at the candies inside.
Don't delay if you want to take advantage of this great deal!!
