Pals Blog Hop – Jan. 2014

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Welcome to our first blog hop of 2014. This month we are excited to show you the new products available in the Stampin’ Up! Occasions Catalog as well as a preview of the free products you can earn through Sale-a-bration at the end of January.

You may just be starting the blog hop or may have come from Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper, stop #2 on the Pals Hop. If you get off track at any time, the full lineup below will help you move along from blog to blog so you see all of the amazing creations.

I have not one, but two projects to share with you today, mainly because I couldn’t make up my mind which one I wanted to show!  There are so many awesome stamps & accessories in both the Occasions catalog & the Sale-A-Bration catalogs.  My project feature items from both catalogs.

You & Me, Woo-Hoo!My first project is light and airy.

I love the colors in this pattern, and the random dots just adds to the playfulness of this paper, a new DSP which will be FREE in the soon-to-be released Sale-A-Bration catalog.  I was free to choose from so many colors so I  used Pool Party, Pistachio Pudding, Crisp Canteloupe, and Sahara Sand papers & inks.  “Perfect Pennants” from the Occasions catalog provided the You & Me sentiment.  (This comes as part of bundle too, with Banner Framelits dies to save you money!)  It also provided the longer banner image too.

“Just Sayin’” is another stamp set in the Occasions catalog and it’s coordinating Word Bubble Framelits dies (another bundle to save you money!)  is where the ‘woo-hoo’ comes from.

I can’t reveal pics of the products in the Sale-A-Bration catalog until it goes live, but…. see the smaller banner image?  It’s another sneak peek from the Sale-A-Bration catalog  (Spoiler Alert:  This stamp set has a coordinating punch to give you that perfect flagged end every time).  Love a stamp set & punch!

IMG_3124My second project is dark and has such strong contrast.  This design comes from the same package of DSP as above.   This paper reminded me of a blackboard with colored chalk.  So naturally, I wanted to do a chalk technique for the sentiment.  “Just Sayin'” provided the gee, thanks word bubble that already looks like it was written in chalk.  Perfect!  The coordinating Word Bubble Framelits dies perfectly cropped the word bubble.

Both projects feature a new DSP, available Jan. 28th during Sale-A-Bration.  As with all the items in the Sale-A-Bration catalog, it’s FREE with a $50 product order (before tax & shipping).  Each of the bundles mentioned above are priced just under $50 depending on wood or clear, but when you add an accessory or two, or a consumable item like adhesive, cardstock, ink or envelopes, you’ve reached the point to earn a FREE sale-a-bration item!

So buy a bundle, get Free stuff!  It doesn’t get much better than that!

Perfect Pennants Bundle
# 134815 (w) $ 48.50
# 134816 (c) $ 41.50

 

Just Sayin' Bundle
Just Sayin’ Bundle
# 134819 (w) $ 43.95
# 134820 (c) $ 37.25

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The next stop is Susan Itell at Simple Stampin’ Stop #4 on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting and I hope to see you next month.

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  1. Goldie Shaul at Punch and Stamp
  2. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper
  3. Nancy Gleason at My Stampin Space — YOU ARE HERE —
  4. Susan Itell at Simple Stampin’
  5. Donna Kopenski at craftycardmaker
  6. Peggy Noe at prettypapercards.com
  7. Colleen Mollema at Uncanny Crafting
  8. Kerry Willard Bray at Peonies and Paper Chains
  9. Janice Warhank at Janice’s Papercraft Playground
  10. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  11. Michelle Gleeson at StampinMojo
  12. Patti MacLeith at Papercrafts by Patti
  13. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
  14. Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven’s Retreat
  15. Diane Roberts at Score at Four and a Quarter
  16. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
  17. Lynn Kolcun at Stamping with Avery’s Owlery
  18. Linda Callahan at Stampin’ Seasons
  19. Kalyn Shubnell at The Stamping Chronicles
  20. Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn;
  21. Shirley Sumption at Look at my Cute Stuff
  22. Beth Beard at My little craft blog
  23. Maggie Mata at Maggie Made Cards;
  24. Rae Harper-Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
  25. Lisa Gaines-Davis at Cherry St. Papertreats
  26. Shannon Jaramillo at ezpeasycards
  27. Kelly DeTommaso at Kelly’s Creative Corner
  28. Sherrie Gross at Stampin Sunshine

Thanks to the talented Nicole Watt for creating our blog hop badge and buttons!  Nicole used MDS – our digital design software to create them.  Interested?   Try our software for FREE for 30 days – just click hereYou’re welcome!

Bling in the New Year

Bling in the New Year

Our Pals Gallery theme was “Bling in the New Year”.  Since I had a birthday card I needed to send out, I decided to ‘bling’ a birthday card.  I always think the striking Black & White color combo works well with something sparkly.  The Silver Glimmer paper and Rhinestones jewels were my bling of choice.  The oval framelit dies allowed me to crop various sizes of ovals that would layer perfectly.   I choose to offset my ovals to allow more room for my flowers.

Petite Petals, a new stamp set from the Occasions catalog, and the coordinating Petite Petals Punch allowed me to create a bunch of these flowers in a jiffy.  BONUS:  The stamp set and punch are bundled together for 15% savings!   Love that!

I simply used Black Staz-On ink on Whisper White cardstock to stamp various patterns of flowers and arranged them using snail adhesive and/or stampin’ dimensionals to give my flowers different heights.

Petite Petals stamp set & Punch Bundle

 

You can click on the photo above to go to  my online store where you can order this bundle.

Thanks for stopping by My Stampin Space today.  Come back & stamp with me soon.

Nancy

Make A Wish!

One item that should be at the top your wish list from the new 2014 Occasions Catalog from Stampin’ Up! is the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set. This set of 10 stamps has such on-trend images and sentiments. When I saw this set, with it’s coordinating framelits dies bundled to save you money, it went straight to the top of my wish list!

This week’s Mojo Monday sketch challenge provided the perfect layout to showcase this stamp set.
Mojo Monday 325 SketchI decided to go out of my comfort zone and make a round card!  It was so easy that I don’t know why I don’t do this more often.

The Pals Paper Arts Color Challenge for this week is a classy combination of Island Indigo, Gold and Whisper White.  http://stampinpretty.typepad.com/.a/6a00e54f95df92883401a5102dcda8970c-pi

So I decided that I would use that color combination and be able to post this card for both the Mojo Monday sketch challenge AND the Pals Paper Arts color challenge.

So here’s my submission:  Make a Wish The gold embossing on Island Indigo looks MUCH BETTER in person; but it’s camera shy and just wouldn’t cooperate with getting its’ picture taken.  But trust me, it really makes a statement!

I used the Scallop Circle Bigz die #113468 for my card base.  TIP:  I folded my cardstock in half and set the fold just under the top edge of the die.  While it does give a flat top, it also allows the card base to take the round shape.  The Circle Collection Framelits dies #130911 allowed me to crop an Island Indigo circle.  A piece of DSP from the Quatrefancy Specialty DSP #130141 gave me the patterned Island Indigo piece.  TIP:  Glue this piece to the Island Indigo BEFORE cropping out the circle.

I used the Gold Metallic Encore Ink Pad #132141 for the Gold banners.  Didn’t get this in the Holiday Catalog?  No worries, it is carried over into the Occasions catalog so you get this now!  TIP:  You can add Clear Embossing Powder to the Metallic Encore inks and heat emboss.  No versamark ink needed!

Are you diggin’ the scallop tag top on the sentiment?  Me too!  That punch was another MUST HAVE item that went to the top of my list my first trip thru the new Occasions catalog!  You can find this beauty, and it’s angled cousin on page 35.

So, what do you think of my double-punch knockout?  Does this make you want to step out of your comfort zone and try something new?  The round card was not all intimidating once I got started;  and well, the garbage can was nearby if it turned out to be a flop, so I figured I had nothing to lose!

Perfect Pennants
Perfect Pennants #3133227 (w), #133230 (c)
Perfect Pennants Bundle
Perfect Pennants & Banners Framelits Bundle
#134815 (w) #134816 (c)
Scalloped Tag Topper Punch
Scalloped Tag Topper Punch
#133324

 

 

 

 

Angled Tag Topper Punch
Angled Tag Topper Punch
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Please leave me a comment and tell me if you’ve been inspired to try something new.  Then go on facebook and Like my page too, and tell your friends about my post too.    If you want to order any of these products, you can click on the item and go right to my online store where you can place your order securely.

Thanks for stopping by My Stampin Space today.  Come back soon & hang out with me.

Happy Stampin’

Nancy

It’s Here!!!!

The new Stampin’ Up! 2014 Occasions Catalog is here, hot off the press!  Just in time for all your spring holidays, these fresh, on-trend products are just right to bring your paper crafting into 2014.

2014 Stampin' up! Occasions Catalog

Click here or on the catalog icons to the right to go to the on-line 2014 Occasions Catalog.

Two of the hottest trends you’ll see inside are Metallics (hot, hot, hot right now!) and Watercolors.  Of course, you’ll find lots of coordinating products, special bundles and kits!   The kits are great time-savers for the busy crafters who need all the supplies for their projects in one-place.

Parties?  We’ve got you covered.  Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Easter?  We’ve got that covered too.  Babies, Graduations, Love?  Yup, that’s in there too.

See something you just have to have?  Well, there are several different options:  First, you can order on-line right now and have the order delivered right to your house.  (Earn Shopping Rewards if your order is $150 or more, before tax & shipping)

Second, you can host an in-home workshop for you and your friends.  Have fun with friends and earn free merchandise based on your total sales.  Email me to schedule a date!

Third, join me and the Stampin’ Pretty Pals.  You’ll receive a discount on all the products you buy, take advantage of all the perks including pre-orders.  Click here to join my team.

I’ll be posting some of my favorite picks from this catalog in the next few days.  But in the meantime, share with me some of your favorites.  Leave me a comment below.

In the meantime, cuddle up with the new catalog, make your wish list, and order your new products.

 

Weekly Deals Nov 19th

Check out this weeks’ Specials at Stampin’ Up!
Nov 19 Weekly Deals   CLICK ON ANY IMAGE TO ORDER! 

Backyard Basics Framelits Dies
Backyard Basics Item # 129380
Regular Price: $24.95
Discounted Price: $18.71

 

Pumpkin Pie 3/4" Chevron Ribbon
Pumpkin Pie Chevron 3/4″ Ribbon
Item # 130015
Regular Price: $8.95
Discounted Price: $6.71

 

Chocolate Chip 3/4" Chevron Ribbon
Chocolate Chip Chevron 3/4″ Ribbon
Item # 130014
Regular Price: $8.95
Discounted Price: $6.71

 

Color Coach
Color Coach Item # 130118
Regular Price: $14.95 US
Discounted Price: $11.21 US

 

Little Labels Punch Pack
Little Labels Punch Pack Item # 126881
Regular Price: $16.95
Discounted Price: $12.71

 

Subtles Stampin' Write Markers
Stampin’ Write Markers Subtles
Item # 131263
Regular Price: $28.95
Discounted Price: $21.71

 

Talking Tag Message Labels
Talking Tags Item # 129723
Regular Price: $7.95
Discontinued Price: $5.96

 


Unknown Blessings Ensemble
Item # 131311
Regular Price: $17.95
Discounted Price: $10.77

 

Click Here to go to my on-line store, or click on any image above to go right to that item in my on-line store.

THE BIG STAMPIN’ UP! ON-LINE HOLIDAY SALE STARTS WED., NOV. 20!  This year’s online holiday sale (formerly known as Online Extravaganza) will be November 20 through December 2.  Be prepared to do a little holiday shopping (or perhaps treat yourself).   The sale will kick off with a 24-hour doorbuster sale on Nov. 20 that you won’t want to miss!   Check back here tomorrow (or sign up for my newsletter & get it delivered right to your inbox!  

Festive Flurries…Just in time for Winter

Winter is officially here; we woke to our first snowfall this morning.  Not a lot, but just enough to add some white to our trees.

Just in time for Snow and your Christmas decorating, Stampin’ Up! has introduced the Festive Flurry Ornament Kit: this kit helps you make ten beautiful ornaments for just $14.95!

Festive Flurry Ornament Kit

Add a little festive flare to your holiday decorating with our new Festive Flurry Ornament Kit! Top presents, embellish cards, create a wintery garland, or trim the tree. How you use them is up to you!

The kit includes everything you need (minus adhesive) to create 10 snowflakes, including

  • 10 feet of Soft Sky Ribbon
  • Printed cardstock – die cut and scored, ready to be assembled (Soft Sky, Crumb Cake, Whisper White Cardstock and Silver Glimmer Paper)
  • Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels (40)

Festive Flurry Ornament Kit
Item #: 135813       Price: $14.95

Available starting 11/12/2013 – while supplies last.  Don’t wait, order yours today!

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Remember to get your Holiday Tag It bundles before it is too late! The bundles are only available through November 19.  Click on the photo to get more information and to place your order before they’re gone!

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And also be sure to check out our MDS Seasonal Sale (30 percent off select holiday downloads and print projects). Ends November 30.

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Holiday Sale: This year’s online holiday sale (formerly known as Online Extravaganza) will be November 20-December 2.   Get ready for your holiday shopping!  I’ll have all the info for you on November 19, so make sure to check back then.  This Holiday Sale will kick-off with a 24-hour doorbuster sale you won’t want to miss so make sure to stop back here on November 20.

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  • My Digital My Digital StudioStudio: Check out our newest downloads here! (PDF)
    • We’re introducing three new MDS online classes. Learn more here.
    • Enter our My Digital Studio Facebook Giveaway for a chance to win November’s bonus My Digital Class.
    • Don’t have MDS yet?  Click here to get a free 30-day trial of the software.  Try it before you buy it!

What goes best with your favorite Stamp Set?

What goes with your favorite Stamps?  Ink of course!

25 stamps at 25% offYour favorite stamps are on sale, so you have no excuse to not fill your wish list now.  (Stamp sets make great gifts too!  Add a package of our new Cut & Ready Card Bases, and an ink pad and you’re good to go! )

HERE’S THE DEAL:   Help me sell 25 stamp sets and your name will be entered to win not one, but two Classic Ink pads – your choice of colors.  For every stamp set you purchase from the 25 sets that are on sale (see list here), your name will be entered into a contest.  When I have sold 25 stamp sets, I will randomly choose one name and that person will win!  When I have sold 50 stamp sets, I will choose another winner and that person will also win 2 Classic Ink pads!

I know you want to order these stamps while they are on sale. (After all, how often do you have the chance to save 25% on stamp sets?)  And I know you want to win the Free Ink Pads.  So the choice is clear, order your favorite stamp sets from me now, while they are on sale, and then cross your fingers, say your prayers and wait for me to email you saying “You’re the Winner!  What color ink pads do you want?”  It’s that easy.  Confetti will even fall down from the sky at that magic moment!  (Ok, maybe that part is a bit over-dramatic but it would really add to the effect if it would happen, don’t you think?)

While you’re shopping in my on-line store, don’t forget about our weekly dealsThis weeks’ deals (10/22 -10-28) can be found here.

And if you are into digital,  the newest downloads for MDS can be found here.

So there you have it.  What are waiting for?  Start shopping!  Come back and let me know how many qualifying stamp sets you ordered, and I’ll enter your name into the contest that many times.  Your chances of winning increase with every qualifying stamp set you purchase.

Thanks,

Nancy

 

 

So many Specials

October is Stampin’ Up!’s 25th Anniversary and to celebrate they are introducing so many new products and throwing lots of sales!  Yeah, who doesn’t love a good sale?  And who can pass up new toys?

Below is a one-stop shop for all of the new products and promos to make your shopping easier.

But first, for all my newsletter subscribers, the answer to the trivia question you’ve been waiting for:  eye, hip, arm, leg, ear, toe, jaw, rib, lip & gum

If you don’t subscribe to my newsletter and wonder what that is all about, take a moment now and subscribe to my newsletter.

Join for $25

Join for $25

October 7-21, 2013 There are only a few days left to take advantage of this incredible special.  You can join the Stampin’ Up! family for only $25; receive $26.95 worth of products with FREE shipping, and take advantage of the all the perks, discounts and benefits associated with Stampin’ Up!  Click here to join.


Party More. Get More.

Party More. Get More.

October 1 – 31, 2013Get $25 extra hostess dollars when you have a qualifying* party now thru October 31st.
*$250 in party sales before tax and shipping.

 

 

Every Tuesday, a new sale will be introduced; sales are while supplies last and are good for one week.  Check back on Tuesday to see if items on your wish list are on sale!

Argyle Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Price: $7.95 $5.96

> Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

Price: $4.95 $3.71

Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies

Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies

Price: $24.95 $18.71

  In Color Dahlias
In Color Dahlias

Price: $7.95 $5.96

Sophisticated Spooks Ensemble -- Digital Download
Sophisticated Spooks Ensemble – Digital Download

Price: $14.95 $7.48

Sweet Treat Cups
Sweet Treat Cups

Price: $2.95 $2.21

Thinlits Card DiesThinlits Card Dies

Available now!

Our amazing Thinlits Card Dies create your card that flips in just one step.

 

Everyday Occasions Cardmaking Kit

Everyday Occasions Cardmaking Kit

Available now!

The Everyday Occasions card making kit has everything you need to make 20 cards for every occasion.

New Photopolymer Stamps

New Photopolymer Stamps

Available now!

The difference is clear!  See all the stamp sets available exclusively in clear photopolymer.
Paper Pumpkin

Paper Pumpkin

Available now!

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Ready. Set. Send. CardsReady. Set. Send. Cards

While supplies last

Send a handmade card without the fuss of making them. With Ready. Set. Send. cards we’ve already done the work for you!

Stamp Carving KitStamp Carving Kit Available now!

Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn’t find the perfect image? Maybe you have a special family logo or a sketch you’d like to have as a stamp. Well now you can! Undefined is Stampin’ Up!’s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.

Best of 25 Years Stamps

Best of 25 Years Stamps

Jan 14, 2013 – Mar 31, 2014

Happy 25th anniversary to us! Each month during 2013, we’ll smash up some of our all-time-faves with a new never-before-seen stamp to create twelve “Best of” stamp sets.

Single Stamps -- New Holiday Collection!

Single Stamps — New Holiday Collection!

Aug 14, 2013 – Jan 31, 2014

Single stamps, all with a holiday theme!
Whew!  That’s alot of specials and promotions, don’t you think?  What’s your favorite?  I LOVE the weekly deals, and I really want one or two of the single stamps too.  The thinlits dies are really cool too.  The $25 starter kit special and Party More specials end soon so take advantage of these while you can.
Click here to jump directly to my online store where you can order safe & securely and stock up on your favorite supplies and take advantage of a special promo or two!  Thanks for stopping by, tell your friends to stop by & hang out with me in My Stampin’ Space too!
Nancy

 

Thank you Thursday

Stampin’ Up! has reached a milestone–250 posts on their blog–and they want to celebrate with you! Every Thursday in October there will be a new special offer–JUST FOR THE DAY!  Be sure you check back every Thursday!

The discount will be applied at check-out!

THANK YOU THURSDAY SPECIALS FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 – ONLY!

This and That Epic Day Designer Series Paper (130814).  $10.95  NOW $8.21

Soho Subway Designer Series Paper (130140)  $10.95  NOW $8.21

I Am Me Designer Series Paper (130138)  $10.95  NOW $8.21

Etcetera Designer Series Paper (130129)  $10.95  NOW $8.21

 

ALSO ON SALE!  Be sure to check the Stampin’ Up! WEEKLY DEALS (week long discounts updated every Tuesday) as well as enjoy great savings on CLEARANCE RACK SPECIALS!

My Spooky Banner

Spooky BannerHere is a picture of my fireplace mantel sporting the new Spooky Banner I created using the new Build A Banner Simply Created Kit (item # 133507) and the coordinating Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit (item # 132698).  The banner couldn’t have been easier to make; a short learning curve for me try both spritzing and sponging ( I ultimately opted for the sponging).

The banner kit contains 18 canvas pennants in 3 shapes, 3 background stencils (stripes, dots & chevron patterns), a stencil mask and alphabet stencils plus jute for hanging and a spritzer tool.  Because I opted for the sponging, the drying time was minimal meaning I could apply the colored background pattern and the text without waiting.  The accessory kit made decorating the banner a snap.  The kits are designed to include everything you need, just add ink and adhesives!  It could not be simplier.

I opted to use a few things on mine that weren’t in the kit, and likewise, didn’t use a few things that were, to make the banner ‘mine’ although I did try to stay as close to the banner shown on pages 4 & 5 of the Holiday Catalog to show how easy it is to create that.

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The close-ups show you the rosette and pre-printed and glitter die-cut pieces that come with the accessory kit.  Are you digging the black Vintage Designer Faceted Buttons?  They are exclusive to this kit.

Since the kit contains 18 pennants, I will be able to make a banner for Thanksgiving and Christmas, in addition to this Halloween banner, from just one kit!

If you would like to order the Build-A-Banner Simply Created Kit (Item # 133507),   the Halloween Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit (item # 132698) or the Christmas Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit (item # 132697) – not shown, simply click the item name or Click Here to go to my on-line store where you can shop safely from the comfort of your own home.

Have you seen the new Envelope Punch Board?  No, well, I created a short video showing you this newest tool that is going to totally transform the way you make cards, and envelopes!  Don’t believe me?  Watch the video and see for yourself:

I know, now you want one;  you just can’t live without it, can you?  You are already thinking of all the cards you are going to make of odd sizes that you never dared make before, because you didn’t have an envelope.  The Envelope Punch Board is item # 133774 and it is available to order now.  You’re welcome 🙂

While you’re shopping, don’t forget to check out the Clearance RackWhere do all your favorite stamps, tools, accessories & embellishments go when they retire?  To the clearance rack!  And the Clearance Rack was just reloaded.  All items are deeply discounted and are only available while supplies last so don’t wait!  Click Here to shop the Clearance Rack.!

I’d love to see the Banner you create!   Just go to my on-line store and buy a banner kit, and an accessory kit if you so choose, and create your banner.  Then snap a pic and email it to me; I’ll post your banner pic on my blog!  It’s that simple 🙂

Thanks for stopping by My Stampin Space today.

Punch it Out!

I’m so excited over the newest tool offered by Stampin’ Up! – an envelope punch tool!  It allows you to make envelopes in almost size you could want from a sheet of paper! (Instructions are included for 66 different sizes)  Imagine custom sized envelopes in any color or from DSP to coordinate with your hand made card.
Watch the video below to see this cool tool in action:

I know, you want one, don’t you? Actually, you don’t just want one; you NEED one. That was my first thought when I watched this video too. I ordered mine and it arrived last week, but, (I’m almost embarrassed to admit this) I haven’t had time to play with it yet! Yikes, what am I waiting for? Well, a total bedroom remodeling project has been consuming all of my time beginning from last Thursday and is still not complete. I’ve been talking about wanting to do this for over a year now, so when hubby said, “Let’s do it” I couldn’t tell him, I was too busy stamping and making envelopes so my paper crafting got put on hold.

Well if you’d like to get your hands on this cool envelope making tool, just click here. You’ll be instantly transported to my on-line store where you can securely and easily order this for yourself, and order as many as you’d like for anyone else you know who loves to make cards and play with paper! Trust me, they’ll thank you for it.  And at $19.95 you can afford to get several.

Envelope Punch Board   Order # 133774     $19.95 and it includes the scoring tool and two punches for making the envelope and rounding the corners.

While you are ordering the Envelope Punch Board, don’t forget to stock up on Designer Series Paper too!  Go to my on-line store here.

Avoid the Frenzy – Start Planning for the Holidays Now

Every year, I think I am going to start my planning for the holiday season early to avoid the frenzied chaos I usually wind up in, but my good intentions don’t always pan out.  My problem is, I don’t have a PLAN for my planning; no way of organizing what I’m planning in my head. I write things down (sometimes) but then I can’t find my notes. I cut out a recipe, but don’t remember where I put it. Sound familiar?

But this year, Stampin’ Up! has my back. They’ve actually given me a plan for my planning, an organizer for my organizing.

If my story sounds like yours, then we both need The Season of Style This & THAT journal. Watch the video below to see how this will organize your holiday season so you can keep it all together this year.

 

Season Of Style This And That Journal
Season of Style This & That Journal
# 132277 $10.95
Naughty And Nice This And That Rotary Stamp
Naughty And Nice This And That Rotary Stamp
# 132278 $5.95

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Season Of Style This And That Designer Stickers
Season Of Style This And That Designer Stickers
#132276 $ 4.95
Season Of Style Designer Washi Tape
Season Of Style Designer Washi Tape
#132155 $4.95

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I’ve even made it easy for you to order your This and That journal.  Just click on any picture and you’ll go straight to my on-line store.

This makes a great practical gift, too.  So don’t forget your sister, your BFF, or your co-workers.  Anyone who could use a little help getting their holiday planning under control.

Now, go enjoy your perfectly planned, stress-free holidays!  On behalf of Stampin’ UP!, you’re welcome!

Nancy

August Pals Blog Hop


Thank you for joining us for the August Pals Blog Hop. Even though it’s only August we want to provide some inspiration for your upcoming holiday projects. This month’s blog hop will showcase new products from the 2013 Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalog. We hope you enjoy seeing how we use the new stamps, new punches and other accessories!

You should have just left stop number 14 on the Pals Hop – Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven’s Retreat. If so, you are in the right spot. If you get off track, the full blog lineup below will help you move along from blog to blog so you see all of the amazing creations.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Merry Little Christmas” (#131826-wood, #131829-clear) was a stamp set that went straight to the top of my wish list my first trip thru the 2013 Holiday Catalog.  Why?  Because it’s part of a bundle!  Anytime I see a product bundle, I know that A)  the products will coordinate well together, and B) I’ll save money!

This catalog is full of kits, great for the busy crafter!  This stamp set comes bundled with a card kit for easy card-making without a lot of fuss and includes everything except ink & adhesives (basic supplies you probably have on hand).

For this card, I used a gray, red & green color combo.  There’s a layer of Smoky Slate card stock, then a layer of Real Red followed by a piece of DSP  (retired – I am bound & determined to use as much of my retired DSP as I can!)  .  The image is stamped in Real Red onto Whisper White cardstock.  I then stamped the image again on Whisper White using Gumball Green and snipped out the ‘little’ banner using my paper snips and popped it up on stampin dimensional.  The little bit of grey behind it offset gives it some flair.  The finishing touch is the Gumball Green ribbon.

The next item I had to have were the Expressions Thinlits Dies #132171.  I loved the font and the size of each word.  IMG_2601Check out the spread on pages 10-11 in the catalog for some great ideas with this die.

These two cards were whipped out in minutes!  (Thanks to the Pals for the great tip about using wax paper to help get the cardstock out of the die! – No thanks to my family for leaving an empty roll in the wax paper box in my cabinet and not letting me know we were out!  – But that’s a different story!)

Red Glimmer Paper and Silver Glimmer Paper and punches created the designs.  (The Mosaic Madness punch and a line of mini pearls makes a great ornament, don’t you think?)  Need a quick card that you can mass produce but doesn’t cut corners on cuteness?  These thinlits will get the job done for you!  Another reason I like this set – it spans 3 holidays.  Plus I could see using the Love sentiment for more than just Valentine’s Day.

IMG_2602You can order any of these products from me.  Just click here to go directly to my store and start shopping!

 

 

The next stop is Beth Beard at My Little Craft Blog, stop number 16 on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting – and I hope to see you next month!
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  1. Colleen Mollema at My Crafty Habit
  2. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
  3. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  4. Angie Blake at Angie’s Musings
  5. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper
  6. Diane Roberts at Score at Four and a Quarter
  7. Barb Furlong at The Love of Stamping
  8. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
  9. Debra Simonis at Deb’s Stampin’ Grounds
  10. Laurie Chilton at Stampin’ Ink
  11. Penny Nichols at Sierra Stampin!
  12. Amy Williams at Stampin’ on the Range
  13. Shannon Jaramillo at Ezpeasycards
  14. Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven’s Retreat
  15. Nancy Gleason at MyStampinSpace
  16. Beth Beard at My Little Craft Blog
  17. Linda Callahan at Stampin’ Seasons
  18. Patti MacLeith at Papercrafts by Patti
  19. Sherrie Gross at Stampin’ Sunshine
  20. Kerry Willard Bray at Stampgoodness
  21. Brian King at Stamp With Brian
  22. Nicole Picadura at Scraps & Stamps
  23. Kim Czenszak at Live Love Stamp
  24. Rae Harper at Wild West Paper Arts
  25. Michelle Gleeson at Stampin Mojo
  26. Shannon Hokanson at Paper Works
  27. Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn
  28. Lynn Kolcun at Stampin with Avery’s Owlery
  29. Susan Itell at Simple Stampin’
  30. Martie Pollard at The Crafty Bandit

Thanks to the talented Nicole Watt for creating our blog hop badge and buttons! This month’s badge and buttons feature the most excellent color combo featured in the Winter Frost product suite: Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Island Indigo, Pool Party and Smoky Slate.

And thanks to you for stopping by My Stampin’ Space today.  If you liked what you saw, please leave me a comment or sign up for my mailing list.  Please come back again!  See you soon!

Happy Stampin,

Nancy

Mojo Monday 300

This week is a milestone for Mojo Monday; the weekly sketch challenge blog where anyone, and everyone, is invited to play along!  I love participating in sketch challenges because they help me develop & hone my paper crafting skills by stretching myself a little bit  It’s also so rewarding when people leave comments about your project!  So the big milestone is that this is the 300th weekly sketch challenge!  Congrats Mojo Monday!

So here is the sketch:              and my entry:

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I needed to get a jump start on my July Birthday cards and this sketch was just what I needed to get my mojo on!  I couldn’t wait to start using my new Birthday Basic DSP:  I just love the colors and the fun & festive patterns of this Designer Series paper.  The “Create a Cupcake” stamp set & builder punch coordinate with the birthday theme.

Love this paper?  Right now you can take advantage of the Buy 3, Get 1 Free special going on and you can stock up on this, and other patterns of DSP.  Click here to see the details on this special and start shopping now.

Thanks for stopping by My Stampin Space; please leave me a comment.  I love to hear from you.   Happy Stampin’ – Nancy

 

Wild About Washi? Or would you rather DSP?

What to Washi? New On-Line Class & Bundle!

134743LStampin’ Up!’s latest online class–What to Washi–is now available.  This class includes all the Washi wisdom you need to make the most of one of the hottest crafting trends out there. Originating in Japan, Washi Tape has taken the crafting world by storm, offering an incredibly quick, easy way to add a fresh, colorful look to any project. The What to Washi class explores a myriad of Washi options and provides much more than the basics for you to begin your own Washi adventures.  Divided into seven PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for more than 30 projects.The following topics are covered in the class:

  • The Washi Basics
  • Washi-The Next Step
  • Above and Beyond
  • Sharing Washi with Others
  • Memory Keeping
  • Storage
  • Only the Beginning. . .
CLICK HERE TO ORDER “WHAT TO WASHI” CLASS (ITEM #134742) $14.95

What to Washi Class PDF flyer
Washi On-Line Class & Bundle Offer Flyer

SAVE 40% WHEN YOU PURCHASE THE WASHI BUNDLE!   You’ll receive the following:

  • What to Washi On-Line Class (details above)
  • Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape Package
  • Gingham Garden Designer Washi Tape Package
  • *Season of Style Designer Washi Tape Package (*Holiday Catalog)
  • *Witches Brew Designer Washi Tape Package (*Holiday Catalog)
  • 20 Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes

Each Washi Tape package contains three coordinating rolls of Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive Washi Tape for a total of 12 rolls. And when you order the What to Washi Bundle, you’ll be the first to receive our Season of Style and Witches Brew Washi Tape packages from the Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalog.  *They aren’t available to purchase individually until August 1!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER THE WASHI BUNDLE (ITEM #134743) $36.95

Will You Washi or DSP?  Or Both?

Buy 3, Get 1 FREE DSP Offer

Stock up and Save!  Now thru July 31, buy 3 packages of DSP and recieve 1 package FREE!  No Limit; buy 6 get 2 free, buy 9, get 3 free, and so on!

Check out our Designer Series Papers in the annual catalog pages 151, 153, and 154.  (The following items don’t qualify for the offer: Designer Series Paper Stacks and Specialty Designer Series Paper)

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Happy Stampin’

Nancy