Nov 30, 2015 | Announcements, specials, Stampin' Up!

A reminder that TODAY is the last day for Stampin’ Up!’s Online Extravaganza, and the last Flash Sale is on right now. Grab some deals while you can, and don’t forget to use the host code Y3ZGNTTE to receive free access to my Merry & Bright Online Class.
Another note – I’ve become aware that there’s a bit of an issue with product links in the YamStamps App – we’re working on it, but in the meantime, in the app, click on the dots/”more”, then on “Shop Now” and that seems to get you into my online Stampin’ Up! Canada store. Sorry for the slight inconvenience. We’ll be fixing that ASAP! In the meantime – Happy Shopping and thanks for supporting YamStamps!!
Nov 20, 2015 | Announcements, cards, specials, Stampin' Up!

Pulled out this Stampin’ Up! set to create a fun floral card with Stampers Club members the other night. We used the Tiny Triangles Embossing Folder on the overlaid piece and the Flower Patch stamp set with coordinating Flower Fair Framelits Dies for the images on the card. Added an elegant touch with the Pearl Basic Jewels which are one of my “go to” accents when a card needs a little something extra.
If you’re in need of a little something extra for your crafting – you’ll love this! Stampin’ Up! is having an ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA!

Starting Monday, selected items will be on sale for up to 50% with flash sales (24 hours only) on the first day (November 23rd) and last day (November 30th) – while supplies last. See what’s going to be on sale. Once you’ve got your list made up – after the sale starts – head here to shop online. Use the hostess code Y3ZGNTTE if your order is under $200 and you will get free access to the Merry Moments Online Class! If your order is over $200 you will automatically get free access to the online class (plus you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards aka free product!). Contact me if you have any questions or need assistance placing your order.
Nov 16, 2015 | Announcements, Events, Retired List, Seasonal Catalogue, Stampin' Up!

For the first time, Stampin’ Up! is advising us what product in the seasonal catalogue will not be returning in a future catalogue – in other words, what will be retiring! In the past, it was a guessing game, figuring out what “might” come back in a future annual catalogue – well now, it’s not (although I’m doing the guessing game of “WHAT? Why wouldn’t they bring THAT back again?!” LOL). So we’re saying goodbye to some items: here’s the list, you can download it in pdf or sortable spreadsheet….and get shopping…
Retiring Holiday Product .pdf
Retiring Holiday Product spreadsheet
What were you most sad to see on the list? My big sad: Sleighride Edgelits. I thought for sure they’d make a reappearance in the future!
One thing that is taking the edge off the sadness….saying hello to friends old and new! I spent the Friday evening and Saturday at a new Stampin’ Up! demonstrator event called On Stage and Centre Stage. These replace the convention, are semi-annual, and are going to be held all over – this one was in Brussels, Belgium – but there were multiple smaller events coordinated with the Brussels event all over North America & the Pacific! We saw some footage from Brussels, plus had live demonstrations and sessions. There is nothing like getting together with a bunch of Stampin’ Up! demos to be inspired and entertained. I can’t share any photos of the product or catalogues we saw there at this time (top secret!) but here’s a non-incriminating photo….(well, that’s a relative term I suppose)

These are some of the “Eh” Team – my family of demonstrators, (Karen, Gail and Leanne; Mary was still en route) and myself with Dale Hampshire, the Stampin’ Up! Canada Manager. We learned a lot and laughed a lot this weekend, and it’s always great to meet up with friends.
Centre Stage is a leadership event, with a catered dinner and presentation on the Friday evening – I was too busy eating and talking to take a lot of photos at the time (I know you’re surprised….) but here’s a photo of the lovely flowers from our table. They must have made sure everyone knew the colour palette because my friends in other cities had similar (but not identical) arrangements!


My friend’s photo – from Vancouver, Washington.
Anyway, I’m off to finish preparations for Stampers Club today! I will have orders going in, so if you’re interested in grabbing any of the retiring Holiday Catalogue product, or any items for your holiday crafting, you can contact me for assistance or have me include your order if you’re local to Burlington, or shop online at the YamStamps Online Stampin’ Up! Canada store. Happy Shopping!
Nov 3, 2015 | Announcements, specials, Stampin' Up!

The latest group of Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! Canada are here. I think my favourite this week is the punch – mostly because I don’t have it yet and I think I might need to get it because it’s on sale!! If you’re feeling the same way…you can shop online here, or contact me if you need help placing your order. Don’t forget that there’s a limited quantity of specially priced items, so if you really NEED something, don’t hesitate.
The YamStamps Paper Crafting Newsletter goes out today – with a bunch of new projects and inspiration for you, plus tomorrow brings Week SIX of the Twelve Weeks of Christmas. Halfway through already??!! For more information and to sign up, click here. If you’re already subscribed, no worries, just wait for 1pm Eastern (approximately) and it will be there in your inbox!
Nov 2, 2015 | Announcements, cards, Stampin' Up!, YamStampsMore

My favourite thing about autumn is the changing colours, though around here, the trees are starting to get bare – lots of colourful leaves on the ground! I love Stampin’ Up!’s Sheltering Tree stamp set, and here it’s combined with the Woodland Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. It uses the same technique that we did on CHCH Morning Live a little while ago – ink the leaves in Hello Honey, and then use a sponge dauber to randomly apply a second colour – in this case, Tangerine Tango. This is a great card that can be used for any occasion.
If you’re looking for card ideas, and holiday cards in particular, I’ve teamed with a friend for my latest online class offering. Holiday Cards are the focus – and each class features a different holiday stamp set. You can purchase an individual class for $10 CAD or get all four for $30. See more information here. You’ll be able to access the class materials instantly! If you prefer the “hands on” type of learning, don’t forget the upcoming Christmas Card Class November 19th, or the Stamp a Stack on November 28th. (more information and registration here) See? No excuses not to have at least a few handmade cards for those special people on your list!
Oct 20, 2015 | Announcements, specials, Stampin' Up!
So there’s 15% off stamp sets PLUS another batch of Weekly Deals!

How fantastic is that? This week, my fave is the File Tabs Edgelits. I have a weird weakness for office supplies; perhaps it’s because I’m always trying to get organized…. A close second is the Fancy Foil Designer Vellum – it would be so great to add a special touch to holiday cards!
Did you know that you can include Weekly Deals and specials in your starter kit choices? If you choose to become a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator right now, you can pick $155 worth of merchandise (as always) but you’ll get even more value if you pick any stamp set (which is an additional 15% off) or anything from the Weekly Deals! Something to think about?! If you want more information about becoming a member of my group of demonstrators, check out this info page. If it seems like something you’d like to try, click on the link there to sign up, or contact me if you have any questions!
In the meantime, Happy Shopping!