Retirement Lists

Only one more month until our new Catalogue is released, and that means we have to make way for lots of lovely brand new products. So, it's time to say goodbye to some old favourites. Some items are heavily discounted and all are only available while stocks last.
The best way to make sure you don't miss out is to place your order in my Online Store. All orders over $100 will be automatically added to my mailing list to receive a FREE copy of the New Catalogue (mail outs begin mid-June)

You can view the Retiring Accessories List HERE

And the Retiring Stamps List HERE

Here is a list of all the Discounted Stamps:

Item	Page	Description	Retail Price AUD	Style	Discount	Sale Price AUD
120462	101	Aviary	$33.95	Clear	25%	$25.46
122682	20	Beautiful Season	$29.95	Clear	25%	$22.46
123549	100	Button, Button	$44.95	Wood	25%	$33.71
123809	19	Christmas Blessings	$31.95	Clear	25%	$23.96
121502	10	Delightful Decorations	$37.95	Wood	25%	$28.46
121166	86	French Foliage	$27.95	Clear	25%	$20.96
120060	100	Itty Bitty Bits	$16.95	Clear	25%	$12.71
122902	74	Kindness Matters	$16.95	Clear	25%	$12.71
122752	74	Language of Friendship	$21.95	Clear	25%	$16.46
122552	13	Merry & Type	$35.95	Clear	25%	$26.96
121997	79	Nature Walk	$35.95	Clear	25%	$26.96
126790	110	Quint-Essential Flower	$15.95	Wood	25%	$11.96
123097	57	Pretty Postage	$16.95	Clear	40%	$10.17
122562	15	Snow Much Fun	$38.95	Clear	40%	$23.37
126784	19	Star Tree	$16.95	Wood	40%	$10.17
121169	11	Tags til Christmas	$42.95	Clear	40%	$25.77
125822	41	Topsy-Turvy Celebration	$24.95	Clear	40%	$14.97
123779	24	You Are Loved	$44.95	Clear	40%	$26.97

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All good things must come to an end....

I had an amazing time at Stampin' Up! Convention in Brisbane. It's always hard getting back to reality afterwards! You can check out all my adventures and lots of pics on my facebook page

It's a busy week this week. Amy turns 16 tomorrow (can you believe it??) so I've been busy getting ready for the various birthday celebrations we have going on.

Also, the Retirement Lists will be released on Friday, so make sure you check back for that.

Two great Promotions are coming to an end. Tomorrow is the last day to take advantage of the extra $60 in your Starter Kit

Just click "Join Now" in my sidebar -----> and you can choose $295 worth of goodies for only $169...but only for one more day.

Friday is the last day to take advantage of the Discounted This and that Bundle

Don't miss out on these fantastic offers!!



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Time for a Hostess Share!

Would you like to take advantage of this month's Hostess Promotion, but don't have time to host a workshop?
Well that's perfect timing, because while I'm at Convention, I don't have time to run a workshop either, so instead I'm running a Hostess Share!

All you have to do is email me your order of $100 or more* by this Sunday 26th May with "Hostess Share" in the subject line. Once I get 4 orders, I will combine them and all 4 of you share in the Hostess goodies!
This means that for every $100* you spend, you get to choose $30 in freebies! (from the regular section or Hostess section of any catalogue)

And what's more, I will put the 4 names in a draw to win a special gift from Memento Mall! (Memento Mall is the 'shop' at Convention where we can purchase all sorts of exclusive Stampin' Merchandise. I don't know what the gift will be yet, but I promise it will be something great!)

The orders will be sent to me (the usual shipping and handling charge of 5% applies), and I can either deliver it to you if you live nearby or mail it if you are further away (I will cover the cost of mailing it to you). Email me now to join in the fun!
PLEASE NOTE: In order to be eligible for the $30 in freebies, orders must be emailed, they cannot be placed in the online store.

* before 5% shipping and handling fee

So, to summarise, here's what to do:
1. In an email with the subject line "Hostess share"...
2. Choose $100 (or more) worth of products from any current Catalogue
3. Choose $30 in FREE products (from the regular section or Hostess section of any catalogue)
4. You will only pay for the $100+ order plus 5% shipping and handling
5. Let me know your payment method (bank transfer, cash or credit card) and whether you will be picking up the order from me or whether you will need it posted.
I will contact you on Monday 27th May and confirm that the Share is going ahead

Off to Stampin' Up! Convention!

I'm heading off to Brisbane early tomorrow morning for Stampin' Up!s Annual Australia/NZ Convention. It's one of the highlights of my year - a weekend away with 700 other Demonstrators, seeing new products, fabulous presentations and inspiring projects. It's my time-out from everyday life...the ultimate girls weekend away really! We also get a Convention bag (can't wait to see this year's model!) and I always come home with a truckload of goodies.

While I'm away I'm planning to post pics to my facebook page. Make sure you 'like' me to keep updated!

I also have a Special Offer for you to take part in while I'm away. I've scheduled that post for tomorrow morning, so make sure you check in here for that!

Spring Sampler Stamp-a-Stack

I really enjoyed making this set of cards using the Spring Sampler stamp set. This cute set is in the Seasonal Catalogue, and contains many stamps for all occasions. They are solid images (no colouring necessary!) and the perfect size to be punched out. I've used the 1" circle punch on these cards.

To make the rounded edge on the coloured strips of cardstock, cut strips to 3cm wide, and insert it into your 1-1/4" circle punch like this:

And here's a handy TIP for you - pop a scrap piece of paper into your punch. This will stop your cardstock strip from slipping into the punch and getting caught.



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Sent with Love Stamp-a-Stack

I always find some stamp sets easier to use than others, and sometimes it's hard to tell which ones are the easy ones to use until you actually use them! The Sent with Love stamp set is definitely in the "easy to use" category. This set of cards came together so quickly. It always helps when you have a co-ordinating pack of paper, and some ribbon that matches perfectly too :o)
This set of cards would work for anyone really, of any age or gender. It's a great set for decorating envelopes with too....


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May Technique Class Card 2

This is the second card we're making in this week's Technique Class, using Crumb Cake cardstock and Whisper White ink. I've seen a few gorgeous cards around using this technique, and had to try it for myself.
I've also used Primrose Petals Coredinations cardstock, and Soda Pop Tops on this card, both in our Seasonal Catalogue.


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May Technique Class Card 1

I have my Technique Classes this week, and this is one of the cards we'll be making. We're doing 2 different techniques using Crumb Cake cardstock and Whisper White ink. I actually don't have a name for this technique...I came up with it when I was lying in bed one night, unable to get to sleep. I lay there wondering if it would work, and then gave up on sleep and got up to try it out. Happily, it did work! Let's call it the "Sponged Framelit" technique.

If you would like to learn how to do this technique, I have a couple of spots free in Thursday night's class. If you live nearby and would like to come along, let me know.



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Online Order Offer Winner

Thank you to everyone who participated in my Online Order offer. I just wanted to pop in  to say Congratulations to Tammy B, who was the lucky winner!

This is what Tammy will be getting:

Wishing all the Mums out there a very Happy Mother's Day for tomorrow.
We're going to Bondi for a picnic...and it just so happens the new Pottery Barn store is just nearby ;o)



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Secret Garden Stamp-a-Stack

These are the cards we made at last month's Stamp-a-Stack using the Secret Garden Stamp set
I've taken my colour combo from the Tea for Two Designer Series Paper - So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Lucky Limeade and Calypso Coral, along with some Neutrals Crumb Cake, Soft Suede and Very Vanilla.
I'm loving the Ovals Framelits, and the Hearts a Flutter Framelits too (for the flags at the sides)
The Secret Garden set is such an easy set to use. You really can't go wrong with it!

Today is the final day to take part in my Online Order Offer. I'll be drawing a winner tomorrow morning!


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Quick Card from Scraps

My MIL requested a quick card for a friend's birthday, and this is what came about from some scraps that were lying on my desk:

I spied some Primrose Petals Coredinations cardstock, Midnight Muse cardstock and some scraps of Naturals Composition DSP on my desk and liked how they looked together.
A few quick punches from my Boho Blossom punch, Curly Label and Itty Bitty Flower, and my trusty swirl from Everything Eleanor and Voila. I even had enough scraps to make a second card while I was at it for the next special birthday that comes up.
This is the 3-1/2" Circle Die, and I've used the Netting background stamp on it.


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Sold Out Items Update

Just an update on the items that have sold out already, due to the Colour Refresh

101962 Classic Refill More Mustard
102295 Classic Refill Pretty In Pink
105221 Classic Refill Bashful Blue
105230 Classic Refill Certainly Celery
109016 Classic Refill River Rock
111844 Classic Refill Baja Breeze
111839 Classic Refill Ridinghood Red

126987 Classic Stampin Pad Brights Collection
119696 Classic Stampin Ink Refills Subtles Collection
119697 Classic Stampin Ink Refills Regals Collection
119699 Classic Stampin Ink Refills Neutrals Collection
119703 Stampin Markers Neutrals Collection
119700 Stampin Markers Subtles Collection
119803 Watercolor Wonder Crayons Regals Collection
119804 Watercolor Wonder Crayons Brights Collection
119802 Watercolor Wonder Crayons Subtles Collection
124288 Card stock Pretty in Pink 12X 12

You'll need to get in fast if you need to stock up on any retiring colours. They are available only while stocks last!



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Sent with Love Suitcase

I've been having lots of fun playing with the Sent with Love Bundle.
These travel-themed stamps and papers make really cute cards. Here are 6 little notecards and envelopes:

....and what better to package this set of cards in but a little suitcase:

They would also be perfect to Scrapbook some special holiday memories. Here's a closer look at all the papers:

Item	Description	Price
131847	Sent with Love Stamp Set (clear-mount)	$33.95
132182	Sent with Love Designer Series Paper	$18.95
132851	Pretty Bundle Includes the Sent with Love Stamp Set, Sent with Love Designer Series Paper, and Calypso Coral Baker's Twine	$46.25 20% off retail value!

The Sent with Love Stamp Set and Sent with Love Designer Series Paper are only available during this special offer. After 15 June, they'll both fly away!



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One more week!

Only one more week to join in my Oh! Oh! Oh! 
If you place an Online Order with me between 10th April - 10th May, for every $10 you spend, you will get an entry into the draw to win this fabulous bundle of goodies:

What an amazing stash! 4 stamp sets, a pack of paper, a ribbon and button bundle, an embossing folder and a Simply Sent Kit...all brand new and unopened!

This Offer is only available for Online Orders at my store, and only from 10th April - 10th May 2013.



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25% select MDS downloads

Get 25% off select My Digital Studio content!
Includes: ALL ensemble, calendar, photobook and swatchbook digital content. See it here.
This offer is available until June 15.



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This and That

This and That will debut in the 2013-2014 Annual Catalogue, but Stampin' Up! are giving us the chance to get it now!

Item	Description	Price
131268	Epic Day This and That Journal	$18.95
130814	Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper	$18.95
131463	Remember This and That Rotary Stamp	$9.95
131271	Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers	$8.95
131269	Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape	$8.95
133905	Epic Day This and That Bundle Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until 31 May.	$55.88 15% Off Retail Value!

The items that come in the bundle will be available in June and in the new catalogue, but the discounted bundle will only be offered during May. You can buy the This and That products separately. But why would you do that when you can get all five together and save 15%?
 
Amy turns 16 at the end of this month...I think she'll be finding one of these in her gift stash! ...and I think I need one of these for myself. It would make a perfect travel or inspiration journal. Hmmmm maybe I need 2!

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Oh Whale Baby

I've used the same circle layout that I used here, along with the Whale Sizzlet to make a baby card

I love this little whale die. I haven't used it with the matching stamp set on this card; it works just as nicely with some patterned paper (Tea for Two from the Seasonal Catalogue)
He's swimming in some lace "waves" (from the Artisan Embellishment Kit, also in the Seasonal Catalogue.
Quick and Simple!

I think this would make a cute Baby Shower invitation too :o)



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