It's a Paper Pumpkin Party!

Hi,

Still not sure about Paper Pumpkin?  Well, check out the cute video of the July kit in action!  I have received my Paper Pumpkins every month since the program started and will be making this project to use for Brody's birthday in September!

I really love getting the surprise kit in the mail each month.

Don't forget about the Paper Pumpkin deal that is available if you sign up before the end of August!  Check out this recent blog entry for all the info.

Have a great day,
Andra

ps - in addition to the Paper Pumpkin deal going on right now, everyone who purchases their Paper Pumpkins UNDER my Demonstrator name will be entered to win an exclusive Mini Album (or Brag Book) Paper Pumpkin kit that was from earlier this year.  I was able to get a second kit so it could be YOURS!!  :)

Debbie's Stamping Space

Hi everyone,

Here's another fabulous stamping space to check out!

Debbie is a lovely person.  She has been stamping and creating for a long time and has worked hard to organize her space.  She took great pictures of her space and you can view them online here:

Debbie's Stamping Space

Here are the pictures separately too.

Debbie's desk!  So organized and functional.
Did you build it or buy it somewhere?  

I love the chair and I love the paper storage under her desk.

I know she told me where she bought this amazing storage unit...maybe IKEA?
I'll check and update this.

HELLOOOO!!!!!  MUFFIN TINS for organizers!
Amazing idea and so cute!  

This makes me feel nice just by looking at it!  I seriously love organizing.  

Wow - what an amazingly organized drawer!  I love it!

So neat and tidy!

Punch heaven!

Wonderful ribbon organizer!

Great use of a closet!

Closer view.

Right side of the closet.

Closer view

Thank you, Debbie, for sharing pictures of your great stamping space!  I love it!

Enjoy your day!
Andra

Stamping Space Contest Deadline

Good morning,

Just a quick note today to let you know that the Stamping Space Contest deadline is Friday, August 17.

Send me your pictures for a chance to win!

Thanks,
Andra

Misha's Stamping Space

Hi everyone,

I'm happy to share pictures of another great space today!

Misha is a Demonstrator in my group.  She has creativity and artistic ability running through her veins.  I love her work!

Misha moved into a new house within the last 2 years and has carved out a new
place in her basement for her to craft and create.  

This is her storage space.  It holds her ink, stamp sets, punches, ribbon and old Idea Books.
 

Misha said that although this desk is not a practical work space, she loves it because it is an antique.
I think it's wonderful!  

Misha is hoping to "liven" up the space with some items on the walls.  She's thinking of making a fabric covered cork board to hang above her desk.  I think that's a great idea!

Also, Misha asked me about the stuffed Owls that are all over the shelves in my stamping studio.  I did NOT make them - my sweet sister-in-law, Caroline made them!  I mailed fabric to her (she and Shawn live in Halifax!) and she created a pattern and made them for me.  I love them!!!

Thanks for sharing pictures of your Stamping Space, Misha!  I love it!

Enjoy your day,
Andra

ps - send me pics of YOUR space!  Remember the contest: I will randomly pick someone who has sent me pictures of their space to win a prize pack to use/decorate their space!

Lora's Stamping Space

Hi everyone,

I'm really enjoying seeing pictures or hearing stories about your creative workspaces!  It doesn't matter if your space is big or small, "perfect" or a "work in progress", I'd love to see it!

I don't have to share your pictures on my blog if you don't want me to, but a few people have said it's ok if I post their pictures.

Lora is a Demonstrator in my group.  She is a wonderfully talented and creative person.  She has a fabulous space.  I love the red walls!!!  She told me that she has just recently finished organizing her space and was glad to get some pictures of it looking so good!

Lora and her parents custom built her ink pad and ribbon holder.
I think they built all of her storage shelves too!

I love the chalkboard Decor Elements on the wall.  I miss those! 

Great use of a corner desk! 

I love how everything is visible and within easy reach!

Thanks for sharing pictures of your Stamping Space, Lora!  

Have a great day everyone,

Andra

August Stampin' Up! Specials and a Contest

Wowza!  There is a lot going on in Stamplandia (made up name) this month!

Here's a run down:

1) SPOOKTACULAR Starter Kit deal!
I wrote about this earlier, but as a quick review:
- the Starter Kit only costs $125 and you get to choose over $150 worth of product for that price!
- there is no shipping cost and only 1 tax on the Starter Kit
- you purchase the kit ONLINE and it's quick and easy.  It ships right to you!
- If you purchase the Starter Kit in August, you will receive a fabulous project kit worth over $75!  (I get one too so that's exciting!)
- you will ALSO get a FREE bundle of special Convention items from ME if you sign up!
- there is NO PENALTY if you get the starter kit and NEVER place another order!
- Contact me for more information and to take advantage of this incredible deal!!!


2) HOLIDAY CATALOGUE!
We can't really call it a "mini" anymore because it's BIG!!!

If you don't have a copy of the Holiday Catalogue, let me know.  I have PILES of them here, just for you!  In the meantime, you can view it online.  Just follow the link to my BUSINESS WEBSITE (top right of menu) and you can check it all out!

There are tons of fabulous new products for you to play with!!!


3) MDS2 is coming...
For those of you who have bought MDS AND those of you who haven't bought it yet, Stampin' Up! is preparing to release MDS2!  There are an incredible amount of improvements and additions to this program.  It looks amazing and so simple to use!

If you already have MDS, you can purchase the upgrade when it is available.  If you purchase MDS now, you will get the upgrade to MDS2 for FREE.

If you haven't bought it yet, you can try a 1 month FREE TRIAL of MDS and this is the perfect month to do it because...read below!!!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW A FUN VIDEO MADE BY STAMPIN' UP! SHOWING WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH MDS!!!

4) BIG MDS DISCOUNTS!!!
Read below for information from Stampin' Up! on August's Digital Special.  This is the perfect time to download some digital content AND print some photo books or other items!

This is PERFECT timing because of the FREE TRIAL!!!

31% OFF DIGITAL FOR 31 DAYS Get 31% off 31 digital content options and most of our print products for all 31 days in August! What's on sale?  ALL cards, photobooks, individual pages, and tags.That's right: print any photobook, board book, swatchbook, individual pages, greeting card, postcard, trifold card, or tag-all for 31% off. Some of our best digital content. 30 downloads and 1 content disc. Yup, that equals 31. Here's the list of content: Item Digital Content Retail Price 31% Off Price 127217 Floral District Collection Disc  $    29.95  $  20.67 118115 Night and Day Designer Series Paper  $      6.95  $    4.80 129929 Candid Frames  $      3.75  $    2.59 129921 Check This Out Page Templates  $      6.50  $    4.49 129609 Blossom Builders Embellishments  $      7.95  $    5.49 128999 It's All Me Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 127441 Whimsical Note Journal Template  $      2.50  $    1.73 128342 Pinwheel Daily Calendar Template  $    12.50  $    8.63 127599 Party Animal Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 127600 Autumn Traditions Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 127620 Grateful Heart Thanksgiving Ensemble  $    18.50  $  12.77 126027 Playful Polka Dots Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 130066 World Traveler Photobook Template  $    21.95  $  15.15 131221 Storybook Specialty Designer Series Paper  $      6.50  $    4.49 130850 Joyful Times Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 124463 One Great Year Digital Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 127175 Limited Edition Embellishments  $      3.75  $    2.59 129607 Walk in the Park II Kit  $    12.50  $    8.63 129934 #HASHTHIS Stamp Brush Set  $      9.95  $    6.87 129923 Book of Birthdays Swatchbook Template  $    15.95  $  11.01 121071 Travel Journal Kit  $    13.25  $    9.14 129924 Get it Done Kit  $      7.95  $    5.49 129005 Sweetly Nested Framable  $      6.50  $    4.49 127758 Delight in the Day Photobook Template  $    24.95  $  17.22 130862 Blast Off Ensemble  $    24.95  $  17.22 129890 Little Milestone Birthdays Greeting Card  $      9.95  $    6.87 128892 Designer Gift Cards  $      6.50  $    4.49 127580 And a Happy New Year Photocard Template  $      2.50  $    1.73 127435 Thanks Tons Greeting Card Template Set  $      3.75  $    2.59 127587 Sending Glad Tidings Designer Tags Kit  $      9.95  $    6.87 127762 Gratitude Framable Designer Template  $      2.50  $    1.73 I think that's all the news for now.  I will be placing more orders later in August, but if you're planning on ordering from the amazing MDS sale list, you can do so as your OWN order on my business website!  It's quick and easy and the downloads will be available for you immediately!   Oh, one more thing - I have a contest idea: I have received a number of private emails about your stamping spaces (in response to my post about my new Stamping Studio).  Send me PICTURES of your stamp spaces and I'll select a random winner to receive a gift package to use in her Stamping Space!   I will post the pictures of your Stamping Space on my blog too.  It'll be fun!  Send me your pics!   Have a great night! Andra