Gently Falling Stamp-a-Stack

I like to showcase retiring stamp sets and colours in my June classes...it's always nice to have one last play before they are gone forever. Here I've used the "Gently Falling" stamp set for a set of Stamp-a-Stack Cards. I usually use Autumn tones with this stamp set, but I decided to try something a bit different this time - the colour combination is Soft Sky, Pear Pizzazz and retiring In Color Midnight Muse. This is a  2-step stamp set, so each image has an outline and a corresponding 'fill-in' image. I didn't 2-step my images for these cards. Instead, I stamped a random background pattern, using the 2 lighter colours for the fill-in, and Midnight Muse for the outline.
My Whisper White pieces are 14.3 x 9cm. After I stamped my background, I tore/cut the piece at about the 2/3 mark. It's a simple (and cheap!) way to add some interest. The sentiments are just placed along the tear line.
I think I'll be re-creating this design in lots of other colours with other stamp sets!

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Gently Falling Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$55.95

Bring On The Cake - Clear-Mount Stamp

$53.95

Extra-Large Oval Punch

$29.95

Decorative Label Punch

$29.95

Modern Label Punch

$29.95

Midnight Muse 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon

$15.95

Pear Pizzazz 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon

$11.95

Artisan Label Punch

$27.95

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Farewell Field Flowers - Card 3

Here's the final Field Flowers card in the set of three. I've been crafting with stamps for years now (17 years...how crazy is that??) and it still never ceases to amaze me how different one stamp can look. This card is pretty far removed from the 'fine china' look of the last card...I've gone for striking and dramatic here.
To get this look, I've stamped in Whisper White craft ink on Basic Black cardstock. Once the ink has dried (you can speed up the process with a heat tool), colour over the image with regular coloured pencils or watercolour pencils. The image really 'pops' on the black background.


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Farewell Field Flowers - Card 2

This was my favourite Field Flowers card (in blue, wouldn't you know it?). This is Marina Mist and Very Vanilla...it reminds me of fine china.
It's just a simple layout on a large square card, but sometimes I think simple is the best.



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Farewell Field Flowers - Card 1

I've been busy getting ready for my new Catalogue Launch Party next Sunday. It's a pretty good life when "busy" equates to playing with new stuff :)
But...I'm not going to show you my new creations just yet. Instead, here's another card from the vault, that I thought I had better show you before everything on it retires! This was another card I had published in Cardmaking, Stamping and Papercraft magazine a while back. I had to use the "Field Flowers" stamp set 3 ways for a Stampers Challenge. For this card, I attempted to put a more masculine spin on it, using autumnal tones.
"Field Flowers" is on the Retirement List...if it hasn't sold out already!
To create the background effect, I 'swiped' my inkpads across a piece of Sahara Sand cardstock until I was happy with the effect. I used Cajun Craze and Early Espresso ink. It's a very quick and easy way to DIY patterned paper.
I'll be back soon to show you the other 2 cards I submitted.


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Retirement List - Sold Out Items Update

Lots of items on the Retirement List have now sold out. Here are the sold out items:

Stamps:

• Blast Off (Clear)
• Delightful Dozen (Clear)
• En Français (Wood)
• Fabulous Florets (Wood)
• Fine Feathers (Clear)
• Fine Feathers (Wood)
• Five-Way Flower (Wood)
• Perfectly Penned (Clear)
• Simply Stars (Clear)
• Zoo Review (Clear)

Accessories:

• Basic 3/8″ Glimmer Brads
• Melon Mambo Embossing Powder
• Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter
• Card Stock A4 Gumball Green
• Cardstock A4 Midnight Muse
• Card Stock A4 In Color 2012-2014
• Card Stock A4 Classic Stampin’ Pads In Color Kit 2012-2014
• Primrose Petals  Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill
• Raspberry Ripple  Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill
• Basic Black Standard Stampin’ Around Cartridge
• Baby Tees Stampin’ Around Jumbo Wheel
• Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die
• Lattice Bigz Die
• Little Leaves Sizzlits Die
• Small Heart Punch
• Full Heart Punch
• Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack
• 3/16" Corner Punch

The best way to make sure you don't miss out is to place your order in my Online Store. All orders over $50 will be automatically added to my mailing list to receive a FREE copy of the New Catalogue (mail outs begin mid-June). If you prefer to email me your order, that's perfectly fine too.

I think the easiest way to view what's retiring is in the Online Store (make sure you check out the Weekly Deals and Clearance Rack while you're there!)

You can also view the Retiring Accessories List HERE

And the Retiring Stamps List HERE

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Oh, Hello Goodbye! - Card 3

I went with peachy tones for my third "Oh, Hello" card. I think it's the Core'dinations cardstock that really makes this card 'pop'. I'm so sad to see this cardstock retire. I love the textured feel of it, and also that weathered look you get by sanding it to reveal the inner core.
I've used Crisp Cantaloupe, Calypso Coral and Very Vanilla on this card.

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Oh, Hello

$44.95

Ovals Collection Framelits Dies

$45.95

Bracket Label Punch

$27.95

2013-2015 In Color Core'dinations

$20.95

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Project Life and Stampin' Up!

Get ready for a scrapbooking revolution with Project Life! It helps busy people (so basically all of us) document life using photos and journaling in a quick, simple, and fabulous way. We've partnered with Becky Higgins, creator of Project Life, to offer a complete line of elite products.
Becky explains, "It's called Project LIFE because it's about YOUR LIFE. Whatever your life is. Whatever your stage of life. Whatever your family circumstances. Whatever your lifestyle. Project Life is designed to help anyone and everyone get their pictures into a book."  In a nutshell, it's all about spending more time making memories and less time scrapbooking them.

I'm so excited, because although I've never been a dedicated Scrapbooker, I am dedicated to preserving memories. I hate the thought of all those precious photos that we all take hiding on phones, iPads and computers, never seeing the light of day. I want to preserve those precious moments and memories for my children and grandchildren. This system is so quick, easy and affordable.

The full range of Project Life Items will be available in the new Catalogue on July 1. If you can't wait that long, you can get your hands on some pre-order items RIGHT NOW (see them in my Online Store HERE):

Pre-order Items:

	Item	Description	Price
	135294	Variety Pack 12" x 12" Project Life Photo Pocket Pages 12 pages: 2 ea. of 6 designs.	$11.95 AUD
	135298	Everyday Adventure Project Life Card Collection 100 double-sided, color -coordinated cards in 3 sizes: 4" x 6", 4" x 4", and 3" x 4"	$20.95 AUD
	135301	Everyday Adventure Project Life Accessory Pack 4 3" x 4" specialty cards; 8 sticker sheets; 1 acetate accents sheet; 8 wood accents; 2 epoxy stickers; 4 arrow paperclips; 1 roll washi tape (5 yds.)	$16.95 AUD
	135304	Project Life Journaling Pens 2 pens (01 and 05)	$6.95 AUD
	135346	Project Life Corner Punch	$13.95 AUD
	135707	Cards & Labels Project Life Framelits Dies 5 dies	$42.95 AUD
	135785	Project Life Day to Day Photopolymer Stamp Set 42 stamps	$44.95 AUD
	135787	Project Life Point & Click Photopolymer Stamp Set 26 stamps	$27.95 AUD

Here's a 3 minute video explaining how Project Life works:

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Oh, Hello Goodbye! - Card 2

This is the second card I made for my magazine submission a while back. "Oh Hello" is such a fun set to play with and I had no trouble coming up with ideas! I was only asked to submit 2 cards, but I couldn't help myself, and sent in 3...I'll show you the third one next time.
I went for some stronger colours this time - Midnight Muse, Old Olive and Rich Razzleberry, with a bit of Crumb Cake thrown in for good measure!


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Oh, Hello

$44.95

Regals Core'dinations

$41.95

Ovals Collection Framelits Dies

$45.95

Occasions Paper-Piercing Pack

$13.95

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Oh, Hello Goodbye! - Card 1

It's always a bit sad to say goodbye to favourite stamp sets. I haven't played with this one nearly as much as I would have liked. It's called "Oh, Hello" and the wood mount set is on the Retirement List at the bargain price of $26.97...that's 40% off!

This is a card I made for a magazine. I kept it crisp and clean, with lots of white, plus Smoky Slate and a little splash of yellow. The Framed Tulips Embossing Folder is also on the Retirement List...but only while stocks last!

I have 2 more cards using this set to show you. I'll be back soon with those.


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Oh, Hello

$44.95

Framed Tulips Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

$13.95

Ovals Collection Framelits Dies

$45.95

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Sign and Save!

From now until the end of June, you can join Stampin' Up! for only $85. For that, you can choose $90 worth of products (of your choice), you will get free shipping, PLUS you will get 4 current catalogues and 8 new catalogues! The regular Starter Kit of $169 ($235 worth of products) is also available, so just choose the one that suits you better.

It's the perfect time to join, with a new catalogue just around the corner (you'll get to see it first, AND get 30% off your new goodies!)

Just click on "Join Now" to place your Starter Kit order. Let me know if you have any questions, and I'll be more than happy to help.


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So Long, Farewell!

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 $50 will be automatically added to my mailing list to receive a FREE copy of the New Catalogue (mail outs begin mid-June). If you prefer to email me your order, that's perfectly fine too.

I think the easiest way to view what's retiring is in the Online Store (make sure you check out the Weekly Deals and Clearance Rack while you're there!)

You can also view the Retiring Accessories List HERE

And the Retiring Stamps List HERE

Some items are discounted by 40% ...but you'd better get in quick!




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A Big Day!

I am computer-less at the moment, hence the lack of blog posts. My laptop had been throwing tantrums for a while now (you know, "it's all too much! I can't cope!" - CRASH - scenarios whenever I tried to open more than one window). I'm typing this on my iPad mini while it's in having data transferred to a new computer. I'm hoping to have it back soon though, since we're about to head into the busiest 2 months of the Stampin' Up! Year!

Tomorrow is a big day....not only does my baby Amy turn 17 (I know, can you believe it? I hear you all saying "She looks so young! How is it possible that she is the mother of a 17 year old?" ...I was a child bride lol), but it is also a big day in the world of Stampin' Up!

Tomorrow the Retirement List will be released. That means that the best day to buy your supplies of the outgoing In Colors is TODAY! (Midnight Muse, Gumball Green, Raspberry Ripple, Summer Starfruit and Primrose Petals). The ink refills and cardstock always sell out really fast, so email me or head into my Online Store if you need to stock up (check out the new Weekly Deals while you're there).... The link is over on the right ------>>>>>>>>

We also have an awesome Starter Kit Promotion on at the moment, running until the end of June. You can join Stampin' Up! for only $85. For that, you can choose $90 worth of products, free shipping, PLUS you will get 4 current catalogues and 8 new catalogues! It's the perfect time to join, with a new catalogue just around the corner (you'll get to see it first, AND get 30% off your new goodies!)
Just click on "Join Now" to place your Starter Kit order-------->>>>>>>>

Hopefully I'll be back soon, posting from my new computer!

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June Class Dates

After nearly 4 weeks fun family adventures around the US, it is lovely to be home. The four of us had a week in New York, 2 days in Niagara Falls, a week in Orlando, a week cruising the Caribbean (courtesy of Stampin' Up!)and then a day in LA. It was amazing, and we have so many happy memories to treasure (and photos to scrapbook!)
Here we are, all excited and ready to board the ship:

Now, I'm excited to be going to Convention next week in Melbourne. After that, I will be back into running classes and getting ready for the Retirement List and brand new Annual Catalogue (released on July 1st). No rest for me!

I am working on getting my newsletter ready, but in the meantime I thought I would let you know about my upcoming classes for June, in case you are a Sydney-sider and would like to attend.

Stamp-a-Stack Class
Come along and stamp a stack of cards, so you'll always have a card ready when you need one. We'll be using some retiring products. Ribbon, embellishments and envelopes are included in your class fee.
You'll make 8 cards for $20 (if you BYO Stampin' Up! SNAIL adhesive/Tombow Glue), or 8 cards for $25 (if you use my SNAIL)
Tuesday 10th or Wednesday 11th 7pm for a 7:30 start
Wednesday 11th 9:30am for a 10am start

Technique Class
Come along and learn how to make the most of your Fringe Scissors. You will learn lots of tips and tricks for using your scissors, such as how to make flowers, tassels, garlands, fringing and more. Included in your class fee is a small Product Share - some to use on your cards, and some to take home! You will make 2 cards and matching envelopes, a gift box, plus technique notes - $20.
Please bring along Fringe scissors if possible. If you don't own any and would like a pair, please let me know at least a week prior to the class, and I can order some for you ($16.95).
Wednesday 18th or Thursday 19th 7pm for a 7:30 start
Thursday 19th 9:30am for a 10am start

Just email me to reserve your place. Places are limited to 8 people per class. All materials provided, unless stated otherwise. Suitable for beginners. If the above times and dates don't suit you, feel free to get a group of friends together, and arrange an alternative time!


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Wetlands Sunset

Did you know that our Acrylic blocks aren't just for mounting stamps on to? You can also use them to make a background feature. I've gone for a sunset look here by colouring the block with markers, giving it a light spritz of water and then stamping on to Naturals White cardstock. I used Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze and Tangerine Tango for my sunset. I then stamped the reeds/wheat/grassy stuff(??) from Wetlands in the corner in Soft Suede ink.
The rest is pretty simple - Hardwood background (again!), a bit of twine, and a bit of sponging. Perfect Masculine Card!


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Wetlands

$37.95

Ticket Duo Punch

$29.95

Hardwood

$30.95

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