Elements of Style

Elements of Style stamp set will be available in the Spring Mini Catalog ( May 1, 2010- August 21,2010). A Beautiful stamp set! I have no idea what I was thinking when I decided to cut out the large floral image but I enjoy the outcome of the card. Here is a great example on how to use SU's Hodgepodge hardware. You can use the hardware to accent your sentiment on a card and dress it up a bit. Also featured in this card is new Speciality Designer Series Paper Presto Patterns. I love this paper! I will be hoarding it if it does not make it to the catalog in the fall :)

Stampin' Up! Craft Ink Pads

Stampin' Up! has announced that in the upcoming catalog they will not longer sell the full sized CRAFT ink pads in the core colors. Apparently less people are using them and so they will only be available in spots. I love using craft ink pads... they are a pigment ink and much thicker ink than the classic dye ink. So if you love the craft ink pads (full size) you may want to consider buying the ones you may have been putting off before they are no longer available.

Stampin' Up! will only offer Basic Black, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White in the full size.

Stampin' Up! Craft pads have a foam pad compared to the Classic inks fabric pad.

What are Craft Ink Pads good for?

Embossing- Crafty ink stays wet longer than classic ink allowing you to emboss in your desired color.

(1) Prep cardstock with embossing buddy (2) Stamp image in craft ink (3) With powder pal cover image in clear embossing powder and tap off excess (4) Emboss with heat tool (5) Marvel at the beautiful work you did because now the image is embossed in the same color you stamped your image.

Scrapbooking

Fabric- Use to stamps images on fabric to make your own unique design. Stampin' Up! does not recommend the following colors for this technique; Only Orange, Really Rust, More Mustard, and Whisper White.

Coloring wood/Chipboard- Craft is a thicker ink it is ideal for the coverage it gives on the On Board items that Stampin' Up! sells.

Stampin' Up! Retiring Colors

Color Renovation!

I can not wait to get my hands on the new colors that SU! Will be offering. The core colors are going to be renovated and downsized to 10 colors per group instead of the current 12. For those hoarders out there (like myself...) you may want to stock up on the colors that are leaving. Refreshing our color palette is a great way to keep up with the color trends.

Remember those In Colors that you loved so much in the previous years ... well some of them are coming back!

In Colors Returning/Staying
Melon Mambo
Rich Razzleberry
Pacific Point
River Rock
Soft Suede
Riding Hood Red
Pink Pirouette
Baja Breeze
Wild Wasabi

SU will also be introducing NEW colors to the new palette
Daffodil Delight
Early Espresso
Crumb Cake (formerly Kraft)
Cajun Craze
Marina Mist

More information will be posted later! All this becomes current with the new Catalog 2010-2011 release.


Also check out the link on the left for the current clearance SU! has ... they have some great stuff deeply discounted and new stuff was just recently added.

Color Throwdown Challenge #82

Here is my attempt at the Color Throwndown Challenge & 365 Cards. I really like the way it turned out. The Well Scripted Stamp set is in our current Occasions Mini Catalog. I purchased the Clear Mount version and am loving storage option. The DVD case like storage allows you to store more stamps in a small space. There are also cling labels that you are able to attach to the cling foam so you are able to see your image as you stamp. I personally prefer the clingy-ness without the label. (Of course that is just my option on them). Also SU's Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder is different from the other brand embossing folder. I really like both for different reasons. Stampin' Up! has the dots spaced a bit further apart, the dots are wider and more rounded ... Hope that helps someone :)

Thanks for looking :)

Stampin UP! Supplies:

Stamps: Pretty Amazing, Well Scripted, and Fine Flourish

Cardstock: Kraft, Very Vanilla, Ruby Red, Not Quite Navy, and Old Olive

Ink: Versamark, Old Olive, Ruby Red, and Not Quite Navy

Ribbon: Very Vanilla 5/8 Satin

Embellishments: Twine, Clear Buttons, Shimmerz with alcohol, and Clear Rhinestone Brads

Tools: SU! perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Blender Pen, Mat pack, Heat tool, Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Circle 3/4 punch, and Scallop Trim Border

Stampin' Up! Haitian Disaster Relief

By purchasing the I {Heart} Hearts stamp set Stampin' Up! will donate $2 to the American Red Cross to help relief efforts. The Red Cross' Haiti has already established itself in Haiti, and every contribution makes a difference. With February right around the corner it makes it a perfect time to get this set and donate to a great cause.

Dawn's Raspberry Suite Color Challenge #21

I really love Dawns Challenges! This was a wonderful color combo to try. I thought I would try a new style and went for a grunge look. I would really suggest getting a Janome sew mini sewing machine for anyone that is interested in sewing on their cards. For this Challenge I used Stampin' Up items. I chose Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Bashful Blue, and Barely Banana

Sooo... Ta Da...

Supplies:

Stamps: Seeing stars, Extreme Elements & Circle Circus

Ink: Barely Banana, Bashful blue, Chocolate Chip & Versamark

Embellishments: Jumbo Eyelets pewter, Clear Embossing Powder, Twine, On Board Timeless Type & SU Billboard

Tools: Cropadile, Janome, Star punch, Heat Tool, Color Spritzer, Bone Folder & Cutter Kit.

Thank you for Looking

Occasions Mini Catalog 2010

Yes! They are clear! I am happy about it... although I do like both versions the cases and storage with the cling mounted ones have my heart.

The stamps are with the same red rubber we all love, however the other side is cling instead of sticky. SU will also provide the option to use a sticker to put over the cling so you are able to view the image through the clear block.

If you fall in love with the clear-mount option you will be happy to know that new stamps in future catalogs will be offered in both the clear and wood mount.

So until the new IBC comes out there are a handful of clear-mount stamps that are available in the SAB and Occasions mini catalog.

Sale a Bration 2010

Yes it is that special time of year :) I love Sale-a-bration!

Now through March 31st receive a free SAB product for every $50 purchase (before S&H). Hostesses will receive an ADDITIONAL SAB item for every $300 in workshop sales, in addition to the regualr hostess benefits.

NEW this Year => Customers are also able to choose any one stamp set ($15.95 or less) from the IBC as their SAB item as well as the SAB mini.

This opens up the number of stamps that you are allowed to redeem. This year there are 75+ stamps to choose from!

SU's has also included the wood/clear mount option in the SAB catalog

Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

With the release of My Digital Studio software Stampin' Up! has decided to offer a special promotion for joining Stampin' Up! and becoming a demonstrator. New recruits can now purchase their Starter kit and it will INCLUDE the Digital Studio (in addition to stamps, inks and accessories).

Starter Kit Price $185 (over $295 value)

The kit contains:

• My Digital Studio software
• Party Hearty and Petal Pizzazz stamp sets
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, and Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pads
• Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Real Red Stampin' Write markers
• Chocolate Chip 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• Real Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon
• Button Latte Designer buttons
• Stampin' Dimensionals
• Mini Glue Dots
• SNAIL Adhesive
• Business supplies (product catalogs, order forms, training DVD, and other supplies)

After joining you will start enjoying the perks of becoming a demonstrator. Like:

• EXTRA 10% discount on your first order of $150 or more within the first 45 days. This would make your actual discount 30%.
• Allowing yourself to meet wonderful people to inspire and crate wonderful projects with.
• Access to the Demo only part of Stampin' Up! that has tons of resources and ideas for projects.
• A wonderful upline to help you along the way :)

If you are interested or have additional question feel free to email me at Mrs_KSimpson@yahoo.com

October Deals Of the Week

During the month of October, Stampin' Up! is offering "Deals of the Week." These will be posted on the Stampin Up website every Monday during the month of October at 10:00 AM (MT). SU! is not limiting the number of deals you are allowed to take part in or the quantity you would like.

109041 5-Petal Flower Punch 10.99
109183 Trio Flower Punch 10.99
110709 My Way Punch 11.99


If you live in my area and would like to take part in any of the deals, let me know and I maybe able to save you some on your shipping :)

Dasher

I love this stamp set Dasher (located in the back of the catalog). It is so beautiful and big. I did this card for Dawn McVey's Color Challenge. I {heart} how this card came together. I punched out several snowflakes with Stampin' Up's newest snowflake punch to create a tone on tone background.

I created a shimmer spray using a combination of Shimmer paint and Alcohol and sprayed the background with it. I wish it showed up better in the picture because it is very sparkly. You can also add reinker to it to tint the spray with the shimmer. Just be aware that you can not use 99% alcohol if you are planning on using reinker because the ink is water soluble. Without the diluted alcohol you will get clumps of ink :)

Supplies: (All Stampin' Up!)

Stamps: Dasher & Christmas Punch (hostess)

Ink: Chocolate Chip, (SWM) Chocolate Chip & (SWM) Real Red

Cardstock: Kraft, Baja Breeze, Real Red, Very Vanilla & Chocolate Chip

Embellishments: Clear Buttons, Linen Thread, Real Red Polka Dot Ribbon

Tools: Corner Rounder, Scallop Border Punch, Paper Piercer, Mat Pack, Craft Knife, Snowflake Punch & Wide oval Punch

Other: Frost White Shimmer Paint, Two-way Glue, SNAIL & Stampin' Dimensionals
Non-SU!: Alcohol