Dec 7, 2013 | 3D samples, cards, Christmas, Stampin' Up!
Have I mentioned how much I like the Stampin’ Up! Festive Flurry Ornament kit?! This card is a great way to present an ornament to someone special. The Winter Frost Designer Series Paper layer is actually popped up a bit at the top using some Stampin’ Dimensionals. After creating the ornament, the ribbon is tucked in behind that layer to anchor it in place. It makes a beautiful looking presentation, and then afterwards, the recipient can pull out the ornament and use it on their tree! This could be a great family project – and the kids can sign their names to the back of the ornament with the date as a keepsake.
The next photo shows the ornament separate from the card. We created this in the last of the Christmas Card Class Series….talk about going out with a bang! Just a reminder that January’s Monthly Card Class will be held the SECOND Wednesday of the month, since the first Wednesday is January 1st so people might still be recovering from all the festivities. OK. I might still be recovering from being forced to stay up past midnight. Whatever.
Anyway – check out my Events schedule or try one of my online classes! The next online class will be released early in the new year so stay tuned for the announcement.
Dec 5, 2013 | cards, Christmas, Tutorial, TV/Video/Web/Tech
Oops! I just realized that I hadn’t posted the video from my CHCH TV Morning Live appearance here! I did manage to get it onto the YamStamps Youtube channel….so I’m catching up now! I am always grateful when I’m invited back to be on the Morning Live show – the hosts and crew are fantastic to work with, and we always have fun on air. This past time, I shared some handmade Christmas card ideas – including a fun (and fairly simple to recreate) 3D card. If you have any questions, leave me a message in the comments area below, or contact me.
If you can’t see the video below, click on this link or go directly to the YamStamps youtube channel.
Nov 28, 2013 | 3D samples, Christmas, Events
I’m adding an extra class onto my schedule – because I love this kit so much!! In honour of Black Friday….I’m offering up this deal starting today! For $20 you get the kit and you can attend a class here in Burlington where you will make the snowflakes! (the image on the left is the snowflake itself, the image on the right is showing ideas for its use other than ornaments, if you wish). THIS IS OFFER IS LIMITED TO 10 KITS. Once those 10 kits are gone, the deal is gone. The kits are priced at $17.95 not including shipping & tax, and my usual class fee is $20, so this is a deal!
It’s a night out to craft and have fun, plus you’ll get some holiday prep done as well!! You can use these embellishments as decorations (on the tree, on the mantel, on the door….) or as tags for those extra special presents for those extra special people… This class will be offered Wednesday, December 4th – 7pm (running simultaneously with the Monthly Card Class) and Friday, December 6th – 7pm (running simultaneously with the Christmas Card Class). You should have time to do both if you so desire. Registration and payment in advance, please and thank you. CLICK HERE or use the PayPal button below
Nov 24, 2013 | cards, Christmas, specials, Stampin' Up!
This is the card we created live on air last week when I was invited back to CHCH TV’s Morning Live show. I always enjoy my spots there, and I know that co-host Annette Hamm is crafty, so it’s always fun to share new projects with her. While this is a Christmas card, I think you could change out the sentiment and turn it into an any occasion card…maybe add a few more stars…or have no stars at all….hmmm….. You may not recognize the Stampin’ Up! Evergreen stamp set as it does not appear in a current catalogue but is still available to order, which is a good thing, since I like it so much 🙂
Reminders if you’re shopping online, use the hostess code 3JWRHXP7 for an entry to win hostess benefits for all online orders placed. The Holiday Sale is on until Monday, December 2nd – selected items and unique bundles at up to 50% off…and you’re cutting it close to register for my Christmas Stamp a Stack (this card may end up being one of the cards on the list, since it’s one of my faves!) – it’s this Saturday, November 30th. Your choice – 10am til noon or 1pm til 3pm. Contact me ASAP so you don’t miss out!
Nov 21, 2013 | Big Shot, cards, Christmas, Events, rubber stamping, Stampin' Up!
When we made this card in Stampers Club, some people were looking for the Designer Series Paper to complete this project….but it’s all done with stamps! We stamped the various ornaments from the Stampin’ Up! set Ornament Keepsakes in Smoky Slate (have I mentioned how much I LOOOOOVE this new addition to the SU colour family?), Night of Navy and Always Artichoke. Added the “merry” cut from Brushed Silver Cardstock and tada! I adhered a strip of the Brushed Silver Cardstock to a Big Shot Multi-Purpose Adhesive sheet so after we die cut the word, it adhered easily and neatly to the cardfront.
If you’re looking to build up your stash of handmade Christmas cards, register for my upcoming Christmas Stamp a Stack of Cards! Saturday, 30 November either 10am til noon or 1pm til 3pm. See my events page for details and to register. Space is limited and payment is due at time of registration.
I’ll also be at the Charles R. Beaudoin PS Holiday Bazaar – this Saturday, 23 November so please stop by to say hello – I’ll have a basket in the Silent Auction but I’ll also have a (FREE) draw at my booth, plus some cards for sale, as well as kits to make your own cards or gift tags….plus some cute 3D items that features CHOCOLATE. That is, if I don’t eat all the chocolate ahead of time while I’m prepping. Better get to my booth early to be sure! LOL.
Don’t forget – Holiday sale flyer is here. There are some unique bundles, digital downloads, accessories….ranging from 20% to 50% off regular prices! ** Direct link to specials in the YamStamps Stampin’ Up! Canada online store is here.
Shop online 24/7 from the comfort of your home – and have your Stampin’ Up! product shipped directly to your door! When shopping through my online store, please remember to use the (current) hostess code 3JWRHXP7 to be entered to win hostess benefits for online orders placed during November. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Otherwise – hope to see you soon!!
Oct 29, 2013 | Announcements, Christmas, MDS, specials
I can hardly keep up these days…
Stampin’ Up! has announced a sale on seasonal downloads for MDS – Stampin’ Up!’s digital crafting program. Check out all the items that are priced at 30% off HERE. I have my eye on the planner kit – I love feeling organized (even if my reality isn’t always so…)
As well, there’s new bundles for packaging – did you notice the cute Stamp a Tag kit in the Holiday Catalogue? I’ve been playing with it a bit for a project, and it’s too cute! Stampin’ Up! is offering packaging bundles featuring this kit, combined with some gorgeous wide ribbon and a choice of boxes – either the window box or the extra large gift box – so your gift will be pretty inside and out! These bundles are available until November 19th.
AND – last but not least, this week’s weekly deals – including a variety of tools – framelits, snips, a punch, a digital download….check out the limited time specials HERE.
Don’t forget – if you are placing your order online, you have just a couple of days left to use the hostess code WAUDSM7E for your chance to win the hostess benefits from online orders this month! Please contact me if you have any questions.
