Nov 20, 2018 | Announcements, cards, Christmas, Information, Limited Time, specials, Stampin' Up!
I don’t think I shared this card here! I made this one a while back – here’s some Christmas Card Inspiration. It takes a little more time than my usual quick cards, but I think it’s worth it in the end! True to my usual style, though, it looks like it’s more work than it actually is….
I used a lot of different framelits on this card…the Detailed Baubles Thinlits Dies, the Layering Circle Framelits Dies, and the Merry Christmas Thinlits Dies. The background is textured with the Tufted Embossing Folder (so elegant!). The lacy bauble portion is from the first set of dies, cut from Gold Glimmer Paper. The layering circle cut the background (from a Gold Foil Sheet) and the label is from the last set of dies. The sentiment on the label is from the Beautiful Baubles stamp set, and you can get it in a discounted bundle with the coordinating Detailed Baubles Thinlits.The jewels were an extra level of bling I added…they’re from the now unavailable Santa’s Workshop Enamel Elements. You could easily substitute any other bling you like – red rhinestone basic jewels, rhinestone basic jewels or metallic pearls are just some of your options! The other secret to making this easier – use the Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets. I placed some on the back of the Gold Glimmer Paper and then ran that through the Big Shot with the Detailed Bauble framelit. Run the Big Shot Die Brush over it, then peeled off the liner and stuck it onto the Gold Foil Circle!
Unfortunately, a number of Holiday Catalogue Items are now unavailable to order – they’ve been overwhelmingly popular! Currently unavailable to order: Santa’s Workshop Enamel Elements, Festive Farmhouse Elements, Joyous Noel Specialty Designer Series Paper; Framelits: Alpine Sports, Santa’s Signpost; Santa’s Workshop Memories & More Card Pack – and anything that uses that card pack (like the kit). A few items are running low, but the good news is that Stampin’ Up! has let us know that they are going to be carried over: these items include the framelits In the Woods, Detailed Deer and Merry Christmas. The Swirls and Curls Embossing Folder will also be available to order after the Holiday Catalogue Sales Period. You’ll notice that there are NO stamp sets included in this list – mostly accessories/tools – since these are items that are not directly manufactured at Stampin’ Up!’s facilities in Utah. Their stamps are produced in Utah, so they have more direct control over production numbers.
Coming soon – Online Extravaganza. Download the flyer here. Three consecutive 48 hour sales featuring different selected items from the Annual Catalogue. November 23-24 is Paper & Embellishments, November 25-26 is Stamps & Kits, November 27-28 is Tools & Ink. Each sale runs until 1150pm Mountain time and then the next set of products will be available at special pricing. Please note that there are a set number of selected products available at the Online Extravaganza price, and once that allottment is gone, the product will not be available to order until after the sales period. Excluded from this sale – Paper Pumpkin Kits, bundles (which are already discounted anyway), the Big Shot and the Stamparatus. There are a few other items that are not included in the sales pricing, but you’ll be able to tell once you’re shopping online during the sale! If you need assistance placing your order, you are always welcome to contact me for assistance or to place the order for you. Please note, though, that I can’t guarantee availability, so if you’re really anxious to get your hands on some sale product, your best option is always to place the order yourself online at the YamStamps Online Stampin’ Up! Canada store. Shortcut is yamstamps.com/shop .
Last but not least – there’s still some space in the Festive Farmhouse Elements Christmas Card Class happening on Wednesday, November 28 at 1pm or 7pm. Yes, you read that correctly. I do have a supply of the sold out wooden elements that each class attendee will receive with their $30 class fee. Contact me ASAP to reserve a spot, and one of the sold out packages of elements! You can check out upcoming events on the YamStamps Events Page. Hope to see you in class or club soon!
Oct 3, 2018 | Announcements, cards, Christmas, Seasonal Catalogue, specials, Stampin' Up!
It’s that time of year again! Pumpkin spice! Just kidding (well, I guess not really….) but I was actually referring to the YamStamps Twelve Weeks of Christmas Mailings! Christmas Project Inspiration directly to your inbox! This special “Thank You” goes out to all subscribers on the YamStamps List – and it starts today – around 1pm Eastern. You can sign up at yamstamps.com/signup or enter your information at the top right of the blog.
Subscribers receive a weekly email with various projects, ideas, information and tips – and at this time of year, it’s double the fun. On Tuesdays, the “regular” YamStamps emails go out, and then on Wednesdays, the Twelve Weeks Christmas Project mailings are delivered. We start with cards, move to gifts and then to packaging and tag ideas. I hope you can join in the fun! These mailings will not be resent so if you want to start at the beginning, you’ll need to be on the list TODAY (like, NOW…).
Here’s a holiday card that I can share. It’s one that I created for a demonstrator swap – and I loved this design. However, I messed up when I created this particular card (and I’m really hoping it was only this card…) – but you can’t see the mistake in this photo.
I discovered my mistake when I went to open the card to take a photo (which is why the card is flat in this picture!)….I stuck the front of the card elements on upside down!!! To see how I easily fixed this – check out the Facebook Live I did on Monday. I have to admit, I wasn’t sure how well it would work, but thought I’d wing it…and thankfully it did work beautifully, especially since it was a live video so no re-dos! I can guarantee that the Christmas Project ideas you’ll receive in your email inbox will not feature such errors…or if they do, you won’t be able to see them?! hahaha.
One last thing – World Cardmaking Day is coming up on Saturday, October 6th – and to celebrate, Stampin’ Up! is offering selected product at a discount until October 7th! You can check out the products in the YamStamps Online Stampin’ Up! Canada store, or click here to see the flyer. In the meantime, I hope that you are able to join the YamStamps mailing list for the extra Christmas Project mailings starting today!
Sep 21, 2018 | Announcements, Christmas, Seasonal Catalogue, Stampin' Up!, Subscribe
Are you looking for some holiday craft inspiration? I have a solution for you! Sign up for the YamStamps Email List today! Being a subscriber means that you’ll get a weekly email full of crafting inspriation – different project ideas with full supply list and instructions, tips and tricks and information on Stampin’ Up! Canada specials. But at this time of year – there’s MORE!
Starting in October, subscribers also receive the Exclusive Twelve Weeks of Christmas emails. This is a special annual “THANK YOU” for being a subscriber. Each week, for twelve weeks, you’ll receive an email with holiday craft inspiration -projects like cards, gifts, wrapping and tags. Like the “regular” YamStamps emails, these will have a photo, supply list and complete instructions to create that week’s project. Also like the “regular” YamStamps emails, these projects will NOT appear elsewhere in the YamStamps world – you won’t see them on the YamStamps Facebook Page, Instagram feed or here on the blog. What are you waiting for? Double the inspiration starting in October! Click on the image to get signed up! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Jun 15, 2018 | Announcements, online class, Stampin' Up!
Did you miss out on my Scrapbook in a Box Class? Busy that day? Not close to Burlington ON? Good news! I’ve launched the online version of this class!
If you are in Canada, you have the option of purchasing the Class By Mail (which includes access to the online class materials) OR the Online Only version of the Class. If you’re outside of Canada, you can access the Online Version.
You can get all the details here! The Class By Mail will include precut cardstock and Designer Series Paper, plus the doilies. You provide the adhesive and the stamps and ink that you want to use. If you want to purchase materials so that you can recreate the box exactly as per the class sample (well, with your own photos, I hope…), there’s a list of class supplies in the Online Class Group, or you can contact me.
Once you have made one of these, you’ll want to make more! You have lifetime access to class materials, plus there will be online support in the Class Group site. Register here! I’ll be doing a live video for the class before the end of June so if you want to be in on the real time video, you’ll want to be registered for class before then. Of course, there will be lifetime access to the replay of the video as well, plus I’ll be available to answer questions in the group site. Contact me for more information – otherwise, “see” you in class!
Jun 1, 2018 | Announcements, Stampin' Up!
It’s here! The Stampin’ Up! Canada 2018-2019 Annual Catalogue is in effect as of today, June 1st! Happy New Catalogue Year! I’m in the midst of following up with those that should have received a catalogue by mail, and finishing my deliveries to those who are more local to me, if you aren’t able to pick it up on Saturday.
This Saturday, June 2nd is my Annual New Catalogue Open House and Retired Product Sale here in Burlington ON. Please RSVP to ensure I have a copy of the catalogue set aside for you, and that I’ve baked enough cherry pound cake…oh, and to get directions!
You will be able to place orders online as of 2pm Eastern (12 noon Mountain time) (quick link is yamstamps.com/shop ). Please be aware that new colour Stampin’ Blends and the Planner Kit are not yet available to order – likely mid-month (fingers crossed), though existing colour Stampin’ Blends are available to order once again. Somehow I’m sure that between that and all the new product available to order will keep you well stocked for your creative endeavours for the next little while at least!
You can be sure that we will be using some new products in the June Monthly Card Class – Wednesday June 6th at 1pm or 7pm. If you’d like to get in some creative time plus check out some of the new product, be sure to register! Space is limited. Class fee of $20 will cover all supplies required for the four cards we make in class.
Hope to see you very soon! Open House attendees will get the first look at some beautiful samples from the new catalogue – and shop the deals; Monthly Card Class members will get to use some of the new product in class! Please contact me for more information or to register.
Apr 28, 2018 | Announcements
It’s on its way! The 2018-2019 Stampin’ Up! Canada Annual Catalogue! Need a copy? Click on the image or click here! Complete the form by noon (eastern) on Monday, April 30th to get a copy. If you’re close to Burlington ON, you can also pick one up at my New Catalogue Open House & Retired Product Sale – Saturday, June 2nd 9am til noon. RSVP to get directions and to make sure your name is on the list for a catalogue!
