Friday, July 11, 2014

Launch Party Thank you Gifts

All of the guests at my Launch Party took home a goody bag, and one of the items inside was this little treat holder:

I was inspired by a swap I received at Convention from Janette Clark. I thought it was so clever how she used a Medium Crumb Cake envelope, folded in half. A tasty chockie treat (from Aldi) fits perfectly in the open half, and a little metallic clothespin holds it closed:


I used the new "Moonlight" paper stack for my colour scheme (I did half Lost Lagoon and half Blackberry Bliss). Love these papers!


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Wednesday, July 09, 2014

Traveler Make-and-Take


This is the second make-and-take that 58 lovely ladies made at my Launch Party. I often hear that people struggle with masculine card ideas, so I was excited to see the "Traveler" stamp set....it's perfect for the males in your life. And so is new In Color Mossy Meadow...a lovely deep green that pairs really well with brown tones.

I've stamped "World Map" in the background, in Baked Brown Sugar ink on Naturals Ivory cardstock. To make the 'peeled back' window, I punched a Word Window and then gently tore and rolled the edges until I had a rectangular hole. It's an effective way to add some dimension without adding another layer. There's lots of sponging going on here too, in Crumb Cake ink, to add to the vintage feel.

I'm loving the new In Color Ribbon. It's the perfect finishing touch on this card...did I mention that you can get all the colours in my Product Shares? ;o)


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Monday, July 07, 2014

Work of Art for my Launch Party


It's always a bit tricky designing make-and-takes for a Launch Party. I really want to show off new colours and products, but it also needs to be simple enough for 58 ladies to make with very little assistance. Hopefully I nailed it with this card....I really think it's pretty hard to go wrong with this stamp set. It's brand new in our Annual Catalogue, and it's called "Work of Art". It gives the look of artistic brush-strokes with stamps.
These 3 colours are going to get a major workout for the next couple of years - Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon and Blackberry Bliss. I love the depth and intensity of the new In Colors. If you love them too, the best way to get your hands on them is to buy the kit. You get all 5 In Color inkpads, plus an assorted pack of matching cardstock (20 A4 sheets) for $47.95...bargain!
You might also like to join my Ribbon Share and get some matching ribbon too!


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Tuesday, July 01, 2014

New Catalogue Shares

Although it would be great to be able to get ALL the new accessories in the new Catalogue, sometimes budgets don't stretch quite that far. Here's a way to get your hands on a sampling of all the new papers, embellishments and ribbons in the new Catalogue - join a Share! You may join some, or all of the Shares and you may order double Shares if you wish. Shares are open to anyone in Australia (Stampin' Up! Demonstrators are welcome to join too)

DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SHARE $31.95 - 94 pieces
You will receive 60 (6”x6”) pieces of each of the 6 sheets from 10 packs: Typeset (specialty), Gold Soiree (specialty), Flowerpot, Flashback, Sweet Taffy, Confetti Celebration, Park Lane, Maritime, Lullaby, Back to Black, plus 10 (6”x6”) sheets In Color Backgrounds (2014-16), plus 24 (11.4 x 16.5cm) sheets from Moonlight and All Abloom Paper Stacks.

IN COLOR STITCHED SATIN RIBBON SHARE $19.95 – 5 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 5 colours – Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Tangelo Twist

COTTON RIBBON SHARE $29.95 – 12 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 12 colours – Blushing Bride, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Island Indigo, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White

SATIN RIBBON SHARE $11.95 – 4 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 4 colours – Gold, Silver, Very Vanilla, Whisper White

STRIPED RIBBON SHARE $19.95 – 5 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 5 colours – Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry

NEW SEAM BINDING RIBBON COLOURS SHARE $19.95 – 7 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 7 colours – Calypso Coral, Early Espresso, Night of Navy, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White, Wild Wasabi, Wisteria Wonder

NEW TAFFETA RIBBON COLOURS SHARE $9.95 – 4 lengths
1/4 roll (approx. 2.2m of each colour) 4 colours – Crushed Curry, Smoky Slate, Soft Sky, plus Gold

OR BUY THE LOT - $139 and receive a FREE GIFT of an Embellishment Share!
5 In Color Clothespins, approx. 250 In Color Sequins, 10 Hodgepodge Clips


In addition to the above Shares, I am also making up  6"x3" Sampler Books of all the Designer Series Paper, including Paper Stacks plus 2014-16 In Color Backgrounds. You can see the 2012 version on my blog HERE. I use my sampler when I am planning cards/projects so I can see the pattern choices. If you are a Demonstrator, it is also a great tool to show customers, as the catalogue really doesn’t do the papers justice.

DSP SAMPLER BOOKS $20
6"x3" Sampler of all the DSP, including Paper Stacks plus 2014-16 In Color Backgrounds


Email me with your Share selections. Once the groups have filled, I will contact you to sort out payment. I accept payment by Cash, Direct Deposit or cheque. Stampin' Up!'s 5% Shipping & Handling Charge is included in the Share price, but if you need your shares mailed out to you postage will be at actual cost (I will use the most cost-effective method).

The Closing Date for Shares is 13th July, 2014

 
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New Annual Catalogue


It's here, it's here! A brand new Catalogue, full to the brim with new products and loads of inspiration.


Download the PDF HERE
View the Stampin' Supplies HERE
and there's also some Christmas items carrying over. See those HERE (available until August 27)

I have to say, I think this is one of the most user-friendly catalogues we have had in a long time. It really is a joy to look at. Mine is very well-thumbed and I am still finding more and more things to love.

Just a few things to note about ordering from this Catalogue:
  • Not all of the Blendabilities colours are available to order right away. These are the colours that are currently available to order: Cherry Cobbler, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Skin Tone Assortment. In addition, the following accessories will also be available: Memento Ink Pad, Memento Ink Refill, Color Lifter. The rest of the colours will be available on August 1.
  • The Project Life Black Faux Leather 12" x 12" Album (#135292; p188) will not be available for immediate purchase. It will be available for order on 14 July.
Price Corrections:
  • page 200 The price listed for the 12" x 12" Page Protectors (#135296) is incorrect. The correct price is $11.95
  • page 220 The price listed for the 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch (#129404) is incorrect. The correct price is $18.95
  • page 231 The price listed for the Stars Framelits Dies (#133723) is incorrect. The correct price is $45.95
  • page 234 The price for the Clear-Mount Bundle (#118491) is incorrect. The correct price is $112.95 


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Monday, June 30, 2014

Fringe Scissors Technique Class

The Fringe Scissors are an awesome tool that was introduced in the Occasions Catalogue. The Catalogue finishes TODAY!!! (how did that happen? Where has the first half of the year gone?)Thankfully the scissors are going to be available in our new Annual Catalogue (released TOMORROW!!!), but lots of other products aren't. Hop over to my Online Store or email me if you need anything from the Occasions Catalogue or current Annual Catalogue.
Here are the projects that we made in my recent Fringe Scissors Class:


Feathers...super quick and easy!


Button Flower...flat enough to sit on a card.
And here's my favourite... pom-poms! Perfect to decorate a box or 3D project:




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Friday, June 27, 2014

End of month Run-Down

It's almost the end of June, which means that our new Catalogue is only days away. There's a lot going on (including bargains galore!), so I thought I'd give you a run-down.
Here it all is:

Lots of Christmassy goodies from our last Holiday Catalogue have been added to the Clearance Rack. There are embellishments, dies, albums, and lots, lots more...all at bargain prices, and available only while stocks last.
See them HERE in my store.



Don't forget that we also have great new weekly deals announced every Wednesday on current stock. See this week's deals HERE....3 bargain inkpads, plus a punch, ribbon and glimmer paper. Sweet!
These deals are available until 1 July.



30 June is the last day to order retiring items from our Annual Catalogue. Lots of items have sold out already, but there are still some bargains to be had.
Download the Retiring Stamps List HERE
Download the Retiring Accessories List HERE
You can also view and order the Retiring Items in my Store, or order by emailing me.



June 30 is the last day to take advantage of our "Sign and Save" Promotion. 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.
Just click on "Join Now" to place your Starter Kit order.


And one last thing....don't forget that the Occasions Catalogue ends on the 30th June. Some items are carrying over to the new Annual Catalogue but many are not, so make sure you order your favourites by June 30. See all the Occasions Catalogue goodies in my store HERE

Phew! There sure is a lot going on, so please contact me if you need any info or would like to order any items.


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