New Catalog...

Happy Monday stampers!!

Well, today is the day! SU! kicks off the new catalog. The new catalog isn't up on the website just yet...it should be up within the hour. I finally got my copy Friday, and I'm excited about all the new accessories...especially the ribbon. There is a lot of ribbon this time around. There is also new brads, hardware, etc. I could go on and on but you will have to see it for yourself.

It's not too late to get your copy of the new catalog. Contact me to get your copy today!

Never Before Seen Promotion
From August 11 through September 30, Stampin’ Up! is providing never-before-seen savings on brand-new stamp sets: 15% off select new, die-cut stamp sets from the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog--no additional purchase necessary. Select items are listed in the table below:

111690 Snow Swirled $24.95 / $21.21
111586 It's a Stretch $23.95 / $20.36
111544 Putt Putt (Not available until August 18) $24.95 / $21.21
111626 Eastern Blooms $21.95 / $18.66
111672 Pocket Silhouettes $18.95 / $16.11
111710 Upsy Daisy $18.95 / $16.11
111556 Under the Stars $29.95 / $25.46
111644 Heard from the Heart $22.95 / $19.51
111570 Contempo Alphabet $40.95 / $34.81
109381 Felicidades Siempre* $17.95 / $15.26
*From Celebrando Creatividad

Take advantage of these never-before-seen savings on brand-new stamp sets!

Also, don't forget about the 3 different starter kits available for $99. Check out this post.

I hope you all will be excited about the new SU! catalog as I am. If you want to place an order or NEED a catalog, give me a buzz!

Happy stamping!!

Tart & Tangy

Here is another card share using the Tart & Tangy set. This card has on it the poly twill ribbon that was sold in the last mini. I don't know if it made it into the new catalog yet or not.

Speaking of the new catalog...I am still waiting patiently for them to come in. As a demonstrator we get a complimentary one, and I still haven't received that one yet. I didn't get the catalogs preordered like I had wanted to so hopefully they will be in next week since Monday kicks off the new catalog. If you ordered one, I will let you know when they get here.

As always, thanks for stopping by. Come back Monday because there will be some new promotions going on.

Happy stamping!!

Stamp Set: Tart & Tangy
Cardstock: Real Red, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Summer Picnic Designer Paper
Ink: Real Red and Old Olive markers
Accessories: Old Olive Poly Twill Ribbon, 1 3/8" and 1 1/4" Circle Punch

New Starter Kits

Ever thought about being a SU! demostrator? Beginning August 11 through October 11, you can choose from THREE different Starter Kits with three different focuses, depending on your interests for only $99!

Stamp Focused Starter Kit
* Fun & Fast Notes stamp set
* Whisper White cardstock
* Bol Brights* cardstock assortment
* SNAIL Adhesive
* Business Supplies

Scrapbook Focused Starter Kit
* Contempo Alphabet stamp set
* Petal Party Simply Scrappin'
* Pixie Pink Classic Stampin' Pad
* Business Supplies

Home Decor Focused Starter Kit
*Inspired by Nature stamp set
* Decor Elements Chocolate Classic F
* Decor Elements Medium Chocolate Long Stem Silhouettes
* Decor Elements Applicator
* Kiwi Kiss Classic Stampin' Pad
* Business Supplies

If you want more product, you can get the standard kit for $199 and get a stamp set of your choice from the catalog for free!

There's never been a better time to join the SU! family.

Happy stamping!!

Another Tart & Tangy

I do have some SU! news but I will wait until tomorrow to share so here is another Tart & Tangy card using the Summer Picnic designer paper.

Stamp Set: Tart & Tangy
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, Summer Picnic Designer Paper
Ink: Pumpkin Pie
Accessories: 1 3/4" and 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Pumpkin Pie Striped Ribbon

Come back tomorrow and find out what is going on with SU!

Happy stamping!!

Technique Tuesday

Today's technique is paper tole. Paper tole is creating an 3-D image by using 2-5 copies of your image by cutting out different parts.

Stamp background images including focal point image. Stamp extra focal point image on a scrap of cardstock and trim. For extra dimension, shape with fingers. Mount with glue dot. Add additional layers of images or partial images if desired.

This stamp doesn't have many layers but if you have more than 2, it is pretty neat looking. You can't really tell from the picture but on this card, the middle part of the flower was cut out separately and then mounted on top of the original image.

Stamp Set: Embrace Life, Holidays & Wishes
Cardstock: Coral Cameo, Sage Shadow, Whisper White
Ink: Coral Cameo, Sage Shadow, Black Stazon
Accessories: Blender Pens, Silver Brads, 1/16" Hole Punch, White Taffeta Ribbon

I'm excited about this new Stampin' Up! year. SU! is moving ahead in new things. Be on the lookout as online ordering becomes available and then the big news about the Big Shot. So much happening!!

Happy stamping!!

Big News!!

I just heard from other convention goers that Stampin' Up! is teaming up with Sizzix to offer the Big Shot die-cut machine. With the Sizzix Big Shot and dies from Stampin' Up!, you can create die-cut shapes, envelopes, and tags. Be on the lookout for more information about this new product coming soon.

This week will be the last week you can order any of the retiring items. If you plan on ordering any of the retired items, please get me your order by Friday. I would hate for you to miss out on your favorite set retiring!

Today's card share is an invitation I did for my nephew. He will be turning 2 on Friday! I can't believe how time flies. My sister asked me to make his invitation and his favorite person this year has been Elmo. I had no idea what I was going to do. I didn't want to buy a stamp because this would probably be the only time I would use it. Stickers cost too much so I found some samples of Elmos using our punches. I think he came out pretty cute. Luckily I had some help with all the punching and putting together of him because it would have taken me a while to do it myself. Thanks Steve and Jessica for your help!!

Stamp Sets: Hugs & Wishes, Eat Cake
Cardstock: Yoyo Yellow, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Ballet Blue, Black, Whisper White
Ink: Ballet Blue, Black
Accessories: Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" and 1/2" Circle Punch, Regular Hole Punch

Are you ready for the new catalog? I know that I am!!! I haven't seen it yet but I am patiently waiting. If you ordered one, I'll let you know when I get it.

Happy stamping!!

Online Ordering?

Things are pretty quiet. I don't have a card to share today but I did want to share some news with you about SU!

Sometime in the fall, online ordering will be available. You will be able to purchase through the website or on my SU! website. This is exciting news! As I understand, many demonstrators have been asking for this so the folks at SU! have listened. As more information becomes available, I will let you know.

Have a great weekend, and happy stamping!!