Clearance MDS download CDs and more!

Hi everyone,

Head on over to my Business website (link above) and visit the Clearance Rack!  Stampin' Up! has put some new things in the Clearance rack including retired MDS digital image CDS.  Although retired, the CDs contain stamp images, DSP, embellishments and lots more!

Even better news??  They are priced at ONE DOLLAR EACH!!!  The Avant Garde CD, for example, cost $39.95 in the regular Catalogue!

If you want anything, contact me by noon today!  I would like to get some of these before they are GONE so I'm placing the order early this afternoon.

There are lots of other great items in the Clearance Rack, such as ribbon, DSP, markers, Big Shot dies, punches, Brads, wheels and so much more!

Have a great day,
Andra

ps - if you miss today's order, you can order anything ANYTIME online through my Online Store (follow the link to my Business Website).  My next open order date is February 5, so you can also add Clearance Rack items to that order.  :)

Punch cards reminder

Hi,

I have had several questions lately about my punch cards.  See THIS POST for the original information.

The punch cards are still in effect and have NO EXPIRY DATE, so just hold on to them.

Every time you place an order (that is NOT an Online Club order or gives you a free class or other thing like that) that is at least $25, you will get my signature in one square of the card.  All "normal" orders count towards that card.

So, if you choose to place an order on Feb 5 (my next order date) and spend $60 to get a free SAB item, you'll end up with TWO punches on that card!

I am trying very hard to fill one out for you with every qualifying order, so you may end up with multiple cards.  If that happens, keep them together, and we'll combine them the next time I see you.

Since I'm not having stamp classes for a little while (sorry about that!!), just hold on to that stamp class card.  It will not expire, so once you attend 10 of my classes, you will come to the next one you want for FREE!

Anyway, just a little reminder to hold on to those cards!  :)

Have a wonderful Wednesday,
Andra

ps - watch my blog for the next while - I'm preparing some BLOG CANDY for you!!!

ps - Happy Birthday, Orange C!!

Fun video!

This is a great video from Stampin' Up!'s Leadership conference two weeks ago.  In it, Sara Douglass (Shelli Gardner's daughter) introduces the Dude, You're Welcome! Kit.

I ordered the kit last week and can't wait to check it out.  It looks like a super fun kit to have on hand (for myself!!)

Click here to check out the video!

Dude, have a great day,

Andra

Oh, Hello!

Oh, Hello is a stamp set in the Spring Catalogue.  It is a very stylized stamp set, with greetings and elements that can be used in many different ways.  

It is on page 4 of the Spring Catalogue and is available in wood (130730 - $31.95) or clear (130753 - $22.95).

The large oval fits with the new Ovals Collection Framelits dies.  In fact, if you buy the two items together, you can save 15%!  (Wood mount bundle - 131102 - $54.95 or Clear Mount bundle - 131101 - $46.95)

I have seen some beautiful creations made with this set.  Here are some that show just how versatile this set is!  You can make very pretty cards, very contemporary cards or even masculine cards with this set!!

Made by Anne Matasci.

Made by Rachel Brumley.

Made by Becky Roberts.
 

Made by Jackie Bolhuis.

Made by Kristin Kortonick.

I hope you liked the card ideas.  They were all pretty simple to make.  

Have a great Monday!

Andra

Vintage Verses - SAB set

There is a very pretty sentiments set available as part of the Exclusive SAB items.  It's called "Vintage Verses".  Here are some cards I found using the 4 images in this set.

Made by Diana Gibbs.

Made by Chris Smith.

Also made by Chris Smith.

Made by Amy Koenders.

Such fun ideas!  I hope you're inspired and have enjoyed my showcase of new products!

Have a lovely day,
Andra

Pretty Petites - SAB set

I love coordinating products.  Sale-a-Bration 2013 includes a stamp set called "Pretty Petites" that coordinates with the "Petite Curly Label punch".  I showcased the punches last week I think...

Anyway, here are some card ideas I found online that use the "Pretty Petites" stamp set and the Petite Curly Label Punch.

Made by Anne Matasci.  This also uses the "Feeling Sentimental" exclusive SAB set.

Made by Brian King.

Made by Laura Zaraza.  You can see the size of the Petite Curly Label Punch compared to the Curly Label Punch.

Made by Rebecca Scurr.  This card also uses the exclusive SAB items: Sycamore Street DSP
and Ribbon and Brad pack. 

Made by Audrey Aleskovsky.  The flower is from the "Oh Hello" stamp set in the Spring Catalogue.

There are 8 images in this stamp set so you'll be able to use it for many different occasions.

Have a wonderful weekend,
Andra

Happy Hello - SAB Kit

I love card kits.  I think they they are a fabulous option when you have to make a card quickly.  However, you can also be super creative with them and make projects other than the ones suggested.

One of the free Sale-a-Bration choices this year is a Simply Sent Kit called Happy Hello.  You get everything to make 8 cards, including an instruction sheet so it's easy for you to make the cards.

I found some great projects online showcasing OTHER cards and projects you can make with this kit.  In all cases, I have directed you to the Demonstrator's site so you can learn how to make the project!

Enjoy!

Made by Carolyn Serviss.  Click here to see what else she made!

Made by Kimberly Van Diepen.  Click her to see the other great cards she made! 

Made by Jenny Moors.  Click here to see her website for more details on the projects. 

Made by Marelle Taylor.  Click here to see a sweet little purse idea too!

Made by Barb Mullikin.  Click here to go to her website. She posted a PDF of instructions on how to make this box!

Have a wonderful day,
Andra

Madison Avenue - SAB set

Madison Avenue is a contemporary floral set available through Sale-a-Bration this year.  Here are some projects I found using this set:

Made by Amy O'Neill

Made by Ilina Crouse.

Made by Julie Wadlinger.

Made by Jenny Moors.

I hope you enjoyed these projects today,  

Enjoy your day!

Andra

Bloomin' Marvelous - SAB set

This set is a nice combination of 4 pretty images and 4 gentle greetings.

Here are some project ideas using this set:

Made by Mary Fish.

Made by Connie Babbart.  

Made by Jenny Moors.   3x3 set of cards and box.  

Made by Cindy Elam.  This showcases LOTS of Sale-a-Bration items!  The Vine Street Embossing Folder is in the background, the greeting is from Bloomin' Marvelous, the vine is from Madison Avenue.  The button and the flowers that are made from twisted ribbon are from the Sycamore Street Ribbon and Button pack.  

Card and box made by Ilina Crouse.  Also uses the Sycamore Street DSP (free during SAB) and the Sycamore Street Ribbon.  

Made by Selene Kempton.  Also uses Sycamore Street SAB DSP and the Sycamore Street Ribbon.  

Hope you like these fun and fresh ideas made with this sweet little set.

Have a  Bloomin' Marvelous day!  :)
Andra

It's Sale-a-Bration time!

That's right, starting today, until March 22, it's Sale-a-Bration (SAB)!

That means that for every $60 of Stampin' Up! products you purchase, you get to choose a FREE product.  

I have lots of paper fliers on hand, but if you don't have one, you can see all the products here.  You'll notice that there are new, exclusive stamp sets, accessories and Designer Paper.  You'll also notice that there are a few CURRENT items available for you too.  That way, if you do not want any of the exclusive products, you can get something else.  

This is a GREAT time of year to stock up on cardstock, envelopes, adhesives and also get some items on your wish list.  

** I am placing my first SAB order on THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 so please contact me by 6:00 PM that night if you want to order anything!! **

** Due to great response, I have extended my Spring Paper Shares deadline until Thursday, January 24 at 6:00 also.  Please let me know by then if you're interested in either or both of the shares. Thanks! **

Happy Shopping!

Andra

ps - I will continue to showcase these Exclusive SAB products for the next few days.

Feeling Sentimental - SAB set

Here are some fabulous projects that use the upcoming Sale-a-Bration set called "Feeling Sentimental". I was immediately drawn to the old-style British phone booth.  It reminds me of the trip to England I took in 1991.

Here are some ideas using this vintage, sketchy style set.

Made by Mary Fish.  Clean and simple. Go to her site to view the cards individually.

Made by Sandi MacIver.  Beautifully vintage.  Go to her site to read more about how she made these cards.  

Made by "nancitay" from Splitcoaststampers.  I was unable to find her website.
The greeting is from "Vintage Verses", which is another great SAB FREE pick!  

Also made by "nancitay".  

Made by Christine Miller.  The greeting is from "Pretty Petites", and is punched out with the "Petite Curly Label Punch" BOTH of which are FREE SAB picks!!

Made by Kimberly Van Diepen.  

I really like the look of this set.  It's nice to see that you can have a "sketchy" looking set and NOT have to colour it.  Just stamp it in a colour and you're good to go!

Have a nice day!
Andra

ps - Paper Share orders are due TOMORROW by NOON.  :)

Patterned Occasions - SAB set

Hi,

For the next few days, I'm going to showcase projects made with some of the upcoming EXCLUSIVE Sale-a-Bration products you can get for FREE beginning on Tuesday!

For every $60 of Stampin' Up! products you order, you get to choose a FREE item from the Sale-a-Bration catalogue!

I will attach copies of the catalogue at the bottom of this email.

Today I will show you projects made using Patterned Occasions - a fun little set that has images and fun coordinating sayings.

Made by Yvette Ashe.  This 3x3 card set shows all the stamps available in the set and also uses the Sycamore Street DSP and the Sycamore Street Ribbon and Buttons pack that are available as SAB picks.  

Made by Wendy Weixler.  

Made by Jan Tinklenberg.  This card also uses the Sycamore Street DSP and The Sycamore Street
Ribbon and Buttons pack that are also available as SAB free picks!

Made by Mary Fish.  This card also uses the Vine Street Embossing Folder (on the Basic Black cardstock) that is available as a SAB free pick!

Made by Mary Fish.  The DSP and button are from the Spring Catalogue.

This is a great set!  It has fun images and greetings.

Have a perfect day,
Andra

ps - Don't forget to let me know by Tuesday if you're interested in either or both of my Spring Paper Shares...

Beautiful Butterfly!

There is a stunning new background/large stamp in the Spring Catalogue called "Swallowtail".  It is available in Wood Mount (129213 for $21.95) or Clear Mount (129216 for $16.95).  I have seen some really creative ideas using this stamp.  

Here are a few samples for you to enjoy:

Made by Brandy Cox.  Stamped three times and different layers cut out.  It's hard to see the dimension in this picture.

Made by Mercedes Weber.  

Made by Cheryl Adams.  Embossed with Black Embossing Powder and coloured with markers.    The greeting is from an upcoming FREE Sale-a-Bration set called Vintage Verses.  

Made by Sandi MacIver.
She has a great video to show how she made this card.  Click here to view it.  

Made by my FABULOUS upline, Catherine Sanders.  Embossed, Watercoloured, cut out and mounted on a background that was made with MDS2.  

Made by Kerry Willard Bray.  She used the new Baja Breeze Embossing powder to emboss the entire butterfly on the cardstock.  You can see the outside of the card open here.

This is the card when it is closed.

Hope you like the ideas I've shared with you today.  What is your favourite product from the new Spring Catalogue?   Is there something you'd like me to showcase?  Leave me a comment to let me know!

Enjoy your day!

Andra

Spring Paper Shares!!!

I have decided to offer two paper shares so you can get some new crafting supplies without spending too much money!  The purpose of a share is that a product is purchased and then divided up among a certain number of people.

SHORT DEADLINE: The deadline for purchasing these shares is TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 at NOON.  You do not need to pay me until the shares are ready, but you need to let me know if you want one or both shares by this coming Tuesday at noon.

PLEASE NOTE: the purchase of either or both of these shares does NOT count towards a Sale-a-Bration item and you can NOT use a credit card to pay for these.  They also do not count towards Online Club monthly orders.  These are directly from me, so cash, cheque or instant bank transfer is needed for payment.


1)  Core'dinations Paper Share - $7.00 for one share +bonus gift!

This share will include the 3 Core'dinations Cardstock colours in the Spring Catalogue:
- Pool Party
- Primrose Petals
- Real Red

One share will include 2 12x12 sheets of EACH colour, therefore, 6 12x12 sheets in total.

One share will cost $7.00 AND as a bonus gift, with the purchase of one share you will receive one piece (either 6x6 or 6x12; I'm not sure what size yet - I need to check my stock) of the retired Early Espresso Core'dinations cardstock!

2) Designer Series Paper (DSP) Share - $9.00 for one share, $18.00 +bonus gift for a double share

This Share will include DSP from the Spring Catalogue only.
- Tea for Two DSP page 3
- More Amore specialty DSP page 10
- Parker's Patterns DSP page 20
- Sunshine and Sprinkles DSP page 28

a) Single Share - $9.00
- you will receive 24 6x6 papers (1 each of each design)

b) Double Share - $18.00 
- you will receive 24 6x12 papers (1 each of each design)

BONUS: with the purchase of a double share, you will receive a FREE 6x6 share of the exclusive Sale-a-Bration DSP called "Sycamore Street"!!!

Tea for Two DSP

More Amore Specialty DSP

Parker's Patterns DSP

Sunshine & Sprinkles DSP

You will get a free 6x6 share of this DSP as a bonus gift if you buy a double DSP share!

I hope these new Paper Shares help you get some new products to play with and save you some money since you won't have to buy all the full packs right away!  Remember to let me know by TUESDAY at NOON if you want to purchase one or both of the shares.

Thanks and have a perfect day!
Andra