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  • Need a Super Cute & Super Easy Kit for 20 Cards? It’s Here! The Watercolor Wishes Card Kit

    Ever since the new Stampin’ Up Annual Catalog came into my over-eager hands, I have been waiting to get my hands on this gorgeous new card kit.  Like the Everyday Occasions Card kit from the last kit, this is a NEW All-Inclusive project kit, giving you EVERYTHING you need to make 20 fab cards.  Check them out:Watercolor Wishes card kit card samples

    Aren’t they so cute?!!

    The best part is that everything is precut, you get great printed card bases, AND you get this awesome EXCLUSIVE stamp set that is ONLY available in the kit!

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    This is everything you get in the kit for only $35…

    • 20 cards total
      Folded card sizes: 4″ x 4″, 3-1/2″ x 5″, 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
      12-piece photopolymer stamp set
      20 card bases
      Die-cut accents
      Cardstock flag stickers
      Night of Navy and Watermelon Wonder Classic Stampin’ Spots
      Washi tape
      Giftable Kraft box
      50 sequins
      Wood die cuts
      Stampin’ Dimensionals
      Acrylic stamp block

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    That is only $1.75/card and a FREE stamp set! 

    Seriously, how can Hallmark compete with this cute of card for that price?  Plus you get the pride and your recipient gets the warm fuzzies that YOU MADE IT!  Handmade from the heart, right?

    Want to see more about the kit?  Check out this video that Stampin’ Up put together.  Since the kit only became available yesterday, I don’t have mine…YET!  I will be ordering mine today or tomorrow… but check this out to see it in action!

     

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    Perfectly Giftable!

    This is perfect for giving to friends and family since everything but your basic glue is included.  Get one for you and one for a friend and then plan a fun crafting day.  You don’t have to drag out a ton of supplies or find a big open space.  Just grab the kit, a tape runner, and find a kitchen table or coffee shop table and create and gab!

    Local folks – Since I’m going to be ordering mine shortly, so I’ll open up a GROUP ORDER for anyone who wants in to save a little on shipping.  Contact me by Friday afternoon at jennifer@nwstamper.com to get in on the group order!

    New Summer Spectacular Promotion Hostess Code!

    You can still earn entries for my Sizzling Summer Spectacular promotion!  I’ll be announcing the June winners for the bonus drawings shortly. 

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    If you are shopping and your order is less than $150,
    please use hostess code XXEAYE4S

    >>> Get your Watercolor Wishes Kit Here  <<<
    or see all the other fun stuff over in the online store

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  • Endless Thanks Spring Thank You Card and More! 6 Card Ideas to get you Started with the Starter Kit!

    Ever have one of those days where the mojo just couldn’t seem to get in gear?  That was me yesterday, I think it took me 4 cards before I started coming up with something I liked!  But this all stemmed from a fun challenge I came up with yesterday…

    Pick out a Stampin’ Up starter kit and create class samples that a new demonstrator could use for their first event using just what they got in their starter kit!

    I often get people asking me,”What should I get in my starter kit?” and I have a general list of what to get and where to get started, but I thought I’d try to put together one that uses the kit to it’s full potential.  Especially, when you have promotions like the Two FREE Stamp Sets with Starter Kits ordered by 6/30  (that’s TOMORROW!)  But this is what I came up with:

    June 2015 Starter Kit value suggestion

    >> Order your Starter Kit here <<

    See?? I told you it was an amazing deal… especially because it comes with no obligation and just lots and lots of opportunity!  So, on to the opportunity part, I told you I was having some Mojo struggles yesterday, but thankfully about 4 cards in I started putting together this card and I just LOVED IT!!  What do you think?

    Tips for making this card:

    • Grab the Endless Thanks stamp set and your favorite ink colors and you can use the curved vine to make your own custom wreath!

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    • Stamp the larger flower with Watermelon Wonder onto a scrap of Watermelon Wonder cardstock and then cut out by hand for a wreath focal point.  (Its only one little flower so it isn’t that bad for all you folks who don’t like fussy cutting! Winking smile)
    • Spice it up by adding one of the In Color Blossom Accents.  You’ll want to use a Glue Dot to adhere your Accent to the cut flower.

    • The sentiments come mix & match style in the stamp set, so have fun and mix & match your ink colors!  Here I have Memento Black and Delightful Dijon.
    • Use different colors for your wreaths to fit different times of year!  Add more leaves in orange, red, and yellow for the fall…navy, soft sky, and sahara sand for winter, etc.  This summery combo is just the 2015 – 2017 In Colors – Mint Macaron for the vine, then Cucumber Crush, Watermelon Wonder, and Delightful Dijon.

    • If you cut your cardbase to be 5.5” x 8.25” and fold in half, you can easily wrap some of the Cucumber Crush dotted lace trim around the front of the card and tie into a pretty knot to the left of your wreath.

    This would make an easy card for a class or workshop.  If you want to make it slightly more economical for a large group, instead of using the Blossom Accent, cut out the large flower and then add a rhinestone in the middle.  Voila!  A pretty flower for your wreath!

    Now, I told you, I was trying to come up a few cards you could make with this starter kit.  I mean, really, what is the point of getting a starter kit of lots of fun stuff if there is only one thing you can do with it? Smile  So, while I will not claim these are all my best samples ever, they are all ones you would be great for some classes or workshops.  Plus, with your starter kit, you would have supplies to make LOTS of all of these cards – So invite lots of people to join you for your kick off event! You could even do 2 or 3 at your first event and then do 2-3 more at your next event…how is that for planning?!

    If you decide to join my Fun n’ Crafty Stampers group, I’d be happy to send you close up pictures of all of these cards and cutting dimensions for all of the paper pieces.  Smile   I also give everyone in our group copies of my class by mail project tutorials each month.  So you’ll continue to get more class and project ideas throughout the year too!  We can’t wait to welcome you to our group!  Get started by ordering your Starter Kit here

    Coming to my Playing with Color – Meet the In Colors Class or getting it as a kit by mail?  I’ll be including the supplies for this as a bonus card for you!  I just loved it so much and you’ll have all the ink, so I figured why not add it in to the class!  RSVP here or order your kit by mail!

    Suggested Starter Kit items & item numbers:

    • 2015-2017 In Color Ink Pad & Cardstock Bundle (#138358)
    • 2015-2017 In Color Ink Refills (5 colors – #138329, #138332, #138331, #138330, #138328)
    • 2015-2017 In Color Markers (#138333)
    • Whisper White Cardstock (#100730)
    • Memento Black Ink (#132708)
    • Notetag Punch (#135860)
    • In Color Blossoms Accents (#138383)
    • Dotted Lace Ribbon (Cucumber Crush -(#138423)
    • Rhinestones (#119246)
    • Stampin’ Dimensionals (#104430)
    • Glue Dots (#103683)
      Endless Thanks Stamp Set – FREE w/ June 2015 Promotion (photopolymer #138796)
    • You’ve Got This Stamp Set – FREE w/ June 2015 Promotion (wood mount – #139572,  clear mount -139575)
    • Shipping – FREE!
    • Business supplies (catalogs, order forms, event invite postcards, and more)

    Starter Kit Value

    kit value – $179.50 plus tax & $17.95 in shipping…
    Cost by June 30th?  ONLY $99+ tax.  That’s a $98.45 SAVINGS! It’s 50% off!!


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  • Clean and Simple Hi Card with the Awesome Layered Letters

    I don’t know about where you are in the US but up here in the far Northwest, we are trying not to melt!  We have been hit with a week of 85+ degree weather… which wouldn’t be too bad except none of the houses here have AC!  And I’ve spent the last 2 days outside in my Garage running my Craft Garage sale. Smile   But now today I get to stay inside in our basement and cool off and craft, craft, craft!  I’ll be making all the samples for my Fun Folds Technique class on Tuesday & the Playing with Color – Meet the In Color class on 7/7!

    You can still RSVP or order a kit by mail if you hurry! 

    But for today, I have a card to share that is one of my favorites using the new Layered Letters alphabet stamp set…. check it out:

    This card is so easy to do and has a totally fun vibe to it!  Here are some tips for making it at home:

    Tips for making this card:

    • The new Layered Letters stamp set is one of the Photopolymer cling sets.  The nice thing is that the letters are really closely cut, so you can place both the “H” and the “I” on the block at the same time and have normal spacing! 
    • When you put the “H” and “I” on your block at the same time, stamp your Watermelon Wonder (red colored) Hi first, then clean off your stamps and then start inking with Smoky Slate and then just stamp in rows starting with the “Hi” to the left and to the right of your red “Hi”
    • Stamp on a slightly smaller than your card front piece of Whisper White cardstock (this was 3 3/4” x 5” paper)
    • Stamp any extra words, like the “there” onto a contrasting cardstock color like this Delightful Dijon cardstock.  Make your own custom words to you can say exactly what you want by using the Alphabet Rotary Stamp for that extra word – you get 13 letters, numbers, spaces, or symbols to work with!

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    • I added a little rhinestone for just a little touch of sparkle…always have to have a little sparkle!
    • Pop your stamped layer up on Stampin’ Dimensionals before adhering to your card and you are good to go!


    Ok, now I’m off to stamp!  I’ll be back tomorrow with more fun ideas… specifically, I’m going to try to come up with some great ideas you can use if you decide to take advantage of the TWO Free Stamps when you get the Starter Kit deal!  So you can get an idea for all the awesomeness you can get in your starter kit PLUS what you can make with those goodies!

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  • Kits by Mail Available for Two Fun Upcoming Classes!

    Oh my word, it’s been crazy around here for the last few days.  As you may know, every summer I run my annual Craft Garage Sale and last year I started my “Trade-in Program” where you can sell you craft supplies in my sale and turn them into credit for shopping for something fun and new in the latest Stampin’ Up catalog!  This year, we had a lot of folks participate and so the tables have been piled high this year! Smile

    If you are in the Seattle area, you should totally come check it out!

    Craft Garage Sale – Jennifer’s House in Bellevue, WA
    16870 ne 24th Pl, Bellevue
    6/27 (Sat) from 9am – 2pm

    Once we finish up the sale, I’ll be getting straight to work finishing up samples for my next 2 classes happening in the next couple weeks. I’ve had some interest in folks getting these as kits by mail, so I thought I’d share them here in case anyone else is interested in coming or ordering the kits:

    **buttons for ordering are at the bottom of the post**

    Class 1 – NEW Fun Folds Card Class – June 30th or by mail

    I’m going to share some cool new card folds that I haven’t done in classes before.  We’ll also use the newest papers and stamps, so its going to be all about new, cute, and WOW!   We’ll do a pop out swing card, a pinwheel fold card, and stand up step card  Here are some examples of the styles of cards we’ll be making (I’m still making our exact samples):

    These are not my designs but were my inspiration to get started creating!

    Class is $15 or free with a $35 order.  You can purchase a kit to go for $15 shipped or place an order in my online store using hostess code ZKGTCW6U and let me know you would like a kit mailed to you and I’ll send it to your for free!

    RSVP by emailing me at jennifer@nwstamper.com or use the Paypal button below!

    Class 2 – Meet the In Colors!  Playing With Color – July 7th or by mail

    Have fun playing with color as we get together at Panera and make 5 FUN & DIFFERENT projects showcasing the new Stampin’ Up In-Colors.  You’ll get some great card ideas as well as see some great combinations using these coordinated colors… PLUS you’ll be going home with your own set of ink pads & extra cardstock so you can make more projects later!  

    Here are examples of the new In Colors and we will probably make this as ONE of cards… along with 4 other projects.

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    Sign up for one or both classes by emailing me at jennifer@nwstamper.com or using the paypal button:


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  • Walkthrough Wednesday–Fun Alternate Ideas for your June 2015 Paper Pumpkin Kit

    Total SPOILER ALERT!!!

    I’m so proud of myself for actually finishing a Paper Pumpkin kit in the same month that I got it. Smile  I have to admit, I’ve gotten really bad about getting a kit in the mail and being so excited to make the project… and then letting the box get buried on my desk only to be dug out weeks later.

    But no more!  I just launched a new Facebook group to share Paper Pumpkin project kit tips, alternate ideas, and the occasional great deal!  So now I have to start making my kits on time so I can share in the group when everyone gets their kits. Smile  Feel free to join us here – Paper Pumpkin Fun with Northwest Stamper.  Anyway, this was a fun kit and I thought really cute.  I especially loved the thin wood accents on the banner card!

     

    PSST – Did you know that you have the option to either (1) subscribe monthly to Paper Pumpkin, but you also can (2) prepay your subscription for you OR as a GIFT??  Prepaid subscriptions for 6 month or 12 months actually get you discounts, can be combined with other catalog purchases, and can even earn you hostess benefits!!  (check out prepaid subscriptions online here)

    Ok, back to today… it is also Walkthrough Wednesday and so I thought I would share my alternative card ideas I came up with from the kit and help walk you through them too.  So here are the alternative cards:

    And you can check out the video about Paper Pumpkin and how to make these cards here:

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    But here are a few close ups of the cards – each using only the supplies from the kit.  So you don’t have to have anything else in your craft room, or with you, to make these variations!

    Flower Card – Alternate

    Instead of laying out those stickers on the front of the white cardstock, I layered them BEHIND to make a fun background pattern.  Add some extra stamping and tie on some of the thick twine and you get a fun country card.

    Banner Card – Alternative

    I also wanted to mix things up a bit with the banner card too.  So I started by squeezing all the triangles together which left me just enough space at the top for a sentiment!  And where did that green background paper come from you might ask?  Well, the kit included envelopes and envelope liners – so I just repurposed PART of an envelope liner!  You still can line the top of your envelope and still have enough to make this cute background.  And no extra white cardstock required either!  I just trimmed the bottom of one of the banner card bases.  Check out the video for all the exact measurements and cutting instructions. Smile

    And so for comparison… the card on the left is the one from the instructions in the kit and the card on the right is my alternate version:

    And if you have received your kit but haven’t put it together yet, you can follow along with my Paper Pumpkin June edition walkthrough video where I share tips for making the default cards in the kit… check it out:

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    Ready to get started with Paper Pumpkin or give one as a gift?

    You have 2 options to get these great kits sent direct to you AND have access to purchase past kits and refills (see all the kits available here)

    1. Start a Monthly Subscription
      No obligation, you can cancel at anytime, or just skip a month when you know you will be busy.  (learn more)
    2. Purchase a Prepaid Subscription – Perfect for SAVING you or the perfect gift for someone else!
      Prepay for a 1,3,6, or 12 month subscription and get EXTRA benefits! (check them out)

    One Week Special!  Get a free gift from me with ANY prepaid subscription!
    If you will purchase a subscription by June 30th you’ll receive some nice rewards for doing so!

    • Purchase a 1 month subscription $19.95 plus tax receive a free sheet of dimensionals.
    • Purchase a 3 month subscription $59.85 plus tax receive a snail refill and dimensionals.
    • Purchase a 6 month subscription $113.70 plus tax receive a snail refill, dimensionals and liquid tombo glue (SAVE $1 a month on your pumpkin plus get all the freebies)
    • Purchase a 12 month subscription $215.40 plus tax receive a snail refill, dimensionals, liquid tombo glue and $21.00 in free product YOU CHOOSE the free product including hostess only items on page 178-181.  (BEST DEAL you save $2 a month on your pumpkin plus get all these freebies)

    Pick up your prepaid subscription here and please use hostess code ZKGTCW6U

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  • Weekly Deals including the Mini Treat Bag Die! See Fun Ideas With This Die Set!

    Hold the presses!  I had other plans for my blog post today but when I saw the Weekly Deals this week, I had to make sure you saw them too!  Especially because one of my favorite dies right now is $10 off!!!

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    Seriously Folks – this is an awesome set of deals!

    From the Stars Embossing Folder:

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    Switch up the colors and sentiment of this card to make it a fun Birthday Card!

    To the Large Dot embossing folder:

    see the blog post

    But most especially, the Mini Treat Bag thinlit die set!

    I love this die and have shown it a few times on my videos.  Here is the official video though:

     

    Plus you can see the accessories used with the complimentary You’re So Sweet stamp set for my recent Walkthrough Wednesdays!

     

    If you are local, I’ll be doing a group order on Thursday so that folks have their deals in time for the Tuesday class, so let me know if you want in on that.

    Or order your own and use hostess code – ZKGTCW6U – and be entered in my next Summer Spectacular drawing!

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  • Loving the Layered Letters Stamp Set!

    I’ve always thought Alphabet stamp sets were nice enough, but everytime I got one, I found I didn’t use it that much.  Which is why I didn’t order the Layered Letters stamp set right away… but once again my Mom was wiser than me and ordered it.  So I got to play with hers…and I think I’m in LOVE!

    Yes, I’ve finally found the alphabet stamp set that I can totally imagine using on a regular basis!  I think part of it is that it comes with an oval stamp and a rectangle stamp that makes it so you can stamp a background color and then stamp the letter inside the shape, giving you a TON of different options.  Like this one (see the yellow behind the letters in “Smile”?  It is a stamp!!):

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    But for my card share today, I kept it simple and just made a simple “HI”.  Add some banners and bling and you are good to go!

    Tips for making this card:

    • Keep it quick and simple by starting with just 2 patterns of paper cut to 1”x4-1/4” and 1-1/2” x 4-1/4”.   Trim the ends with the Banner Triple Punch in 2 seconds and layer together for the cute splash of color!
    • Go bold for your sentiment!  Start with a bright color (like this Calypso Coral cardstock) and then heat emboss your letters using White embossing powder.
      If you haven’t done much heat embossing before, here are the steps:
      –  rub the surface of your cardstock lightly with an Embossing Buddy to eliminate static and stray embossing powder
      –  stamp your image using Versamark ink
      –  cover generously with white embossing powder
      –  tap off the excess powder… thanks to the embossing powder, it should all tap off except where you stamped
      –  heat with your heat gun until all the powder melts and becomes nice and shiny
    • The new 1-1/2” Circle punch is PERFECT for punching out the word “Hi”
    • Add a few sequins dangling down for that perfect added shine.  I just took a 4 1/2” strand and used glue dots to hold it to the back of my punched circle.

    I have a bunch more Layered Letter cards to share so check back over the next week or so as I get them all posted up for you!  But you won’t be sad if you decide to get this stamp set in the meantime! Smile

     Final day to get your name in the drawing for the first June Bonus!  50% off any item in the catalog!

    As I posted last week, I’ve kicked off my Summer Spectacular with the big prize being the $100 Shopping Spree at the end of the Summer.  But in the meantime, I’ll have little drawings along the way including the one tonight for 50% off any one item in the catalog!  You have until tonight to get your name in the drawing!

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    Thanks for stopping by and all your support!  I’ll be back tomorrow with some more fun ideas for you!

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  • You’ve Got This Lace & Vintage Embossed Flower

    As soon as I started seeing samples for this stamp set – You’ve Got This – I knew I needed it!  And as I’ve been working hard to finish out the Stampin’ Up year and get those last few points I need to earn the amazing trip of a lifetime from Stampin’ Up… I decided today I needed this sentiment.

    I’m pretty sure I found this or a similar card online and was totally inspired but now I can’t find the inspiration, but I just loved playing with the new ribbon, embossing, and the pulling out the Vintage buttons that I had totally forgotten about! 

    Tips for making this card:

    • Don’t always feel you have to color in your flowers – try embossing on colored cardstock instead!  Yes, I had to hand cut out the flower head, but isn’t it pretty?  I stamped with Versamark onto Watermelon Wonder cardstock and cover with white embossing powder and heat set.  Pretty huh?
    • Pop the flower head up for extra dimension!  I stamped my flower onto the card front with Cucumber Crush ink and just used that to tell where to place my cut out flower head.
    • Layer your In Color dotted lace trim over Whisper White paper to allow the pretty pattern to show through!
    • Tie some linen thread through one of the Vintage Buttons and tie in a bow for the perfect extra accent.

    Try this card out with any of the new In Colors for a bunch of different looks all with the same basic design!  Mint Macaron and Delightful Dijon would both be awesome versions as well!

    New Meet The In Colors Class Coming!

    Want to get more ideas playing with the In Colors?  I’ll be hosting a new Meet The In Colors class July 7th!  This will be a fun class and is FREE with the purchase of the In-Color card stock and pad kit featured on page 137  in the new 2015-2016 Stampin’ Up catalog!

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    In the Seattle area – Join me at the Redmond Panera at 7pm where you will make 5 FUN & DIFFERENT projects showcasing the new In-Colors.  Class is $39 and includes all 5 ink pads and 20 sheets of cardstock for you to keep! (some cardstock will be used in class but you will take most of it home)  If you don’t card to purchase the cardstock and ink pad kit, the class is $20.  RSVP here or email me at jennifer@nwstamper.com

    Not local or can’t come but want to participate?  Purchase the In Color cardstock and ink bundle from me using the hostess code KN6VNVGE (or email me at jennifer@nwstamper.com) and I’ll send you the instructions and kits for projects (minus the In Color cardstock you will have had shipped straight to you – but you’ll have the dimensions to cut it in the instructions) FREE!

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  • Simple Spotlight Card with Sheltering Tree

    Sometimes I see a card online that I LOVE and totally inspire me.  Today was inspired by a card I saw by Michelle Long and I had to play around with the idea!  Because you know me and my deep love of clean and simple cards!

    It is a fun take on the spotlight technique with the details of the tree framed in the middle of the card.

    Tips for making this card:

    • The Sheltering Tree stamp set lets you take this one design and make it perfect for any season!  Use Blushing Bride tree leaves to make a pretty cherry blossom tree, or grab your Crushed Curry or Delightful Dijon to make it a pretty autumn image!
    • Stamp you tree leaves on the upper right corner of your card base…I found I needed to stamp it 2x to get wide enough coverage of the leaves.  You can check it is enough coverage by periodically placing your center mat cardstock down to see how many leaves are showing.Dimensions for this card:
      – Card base = 4 1/4” x 11”
      – Brown mat = 2 5/8” x 2 5/8”
      – White center cardstock = 2 1/2” x 2 1/2”
    • When you keep the rest of the card muted with light Subtles colors, give it is a POP with a bright colored flower, like the one from the Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack.  Add a rhinestone in the center and it is just cute, cute, cute!

    What would you do with a $100 Shopping Spree? 

    The Sizzlin Summer Spectacular Promotion has kicked off and you have lots of chances throughout the summer to win great prizes!

    June Bonus Drawings & Tickets!

    As I do a final push to try to earn a Mediterranean Cruise from Stampin’ Up, I’m doing 2 bonus drawings in June!  Earn your tickets this week and you’ll not only be entered for the grand prize drawing but these bonus drawings and any others throughout the summer!

    • June 23rd – I’ll draw for one person to win 50% off any item in the catalog
    • June 30th – I’ll draw for one person to with a free stamp set!

    PLUS-

    For every $100 in Stampin’ Up product purchased June 15-June 30
    in person or online with the hostess code ZKGTCW6U) = get 5 bonus tickets

    Learn more about earning tickets here

    And if you are looking for some great deals while you are shopping, check out this weeks Weekly Deals-

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  • Sizzlin’ Summer Spectacular Promotion! Win a $100 Stampin’ Up Shopping Spree!

    Sizzlin’ Summer Spectacular Promotion! Win a $100 Stampin’ Up Shopping Spree!

    I thought it would be fun to try something different this summer and so I’m kicking things off with a new summer-long promtion – my Sizzlin’ Summer Spectacular!

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    You could win the GRAND PRIZE of a $100 Stampin’ Up Shopping Spree this summer!

    Plus be entered to win one of the bonus giveaways throughout the summer!

    Entering the Sizzlin’ Summer Spectacular is simple and easy and there is no limit to how many times you can enter!

    • Join me for any of my crafty classes – either in person or one of the monthly classes by mail! = 1 ticket
    • Bring a NEW guest to any class – 1 ticket
    • Every $25 in Stampin’ Up product purchased – either online or in person = 1 ticket
    • Sign up for a new Paper Pumpkin subscription = 2 tickets
    • Join my hostess stamp club – either in person or virtually = 3 tickets
    • Become a Fun n’ Crafty stamper and be a part of our awesome community by purchasing the starter kit (get 2 free stamp sets too in June!) = 5 tickets

    JUNE BONUS GIVEAWAY! 
    mediterranean-cruise-trip_thumb.jpgI’m getting so so close to earning the Mediterranean Cruise from Stampin’ Up and so I’m looking for a few more people willing to order this month to help get me there!  so….

    For every $100 in Stampin’ Up product purchased June 15-June 30
    i(n person or online with the hostess code ZKGTCW6U) = get 5 bonus tickets

    June 30th, I’ll do a BONUS DRAWING for:

    • one person to receive 50% off ANY item in the Stampin’ Up catalog
      AND
    • one person to receive a free stamp set worth up to $25!

    Thanks for your support and I look forward to lots of fun with you this summer!


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  • More Fun and Cute Gifts from the Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend!

    More Fun and Cute Gifts from the Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend!

    I’m back today to share the little table gift for the last day of the Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend.

    These are super fun purses made with the Gift Bag Punch Board following a great design by Brenda Quintana aka QBee

    Tips for making this purse:

    • I picked the ribbons for the handles and then chose my cardstock for the base of the purse to match!  Love that Stampin’ Up makes it so easy to match!
    • Use your Fast Fuse to hold your purse together and make sure it won’t pop open with goodies inside.
    • Make a cutie tag to go with using the sentiment from the Watercolor Wings stamp set and it punches out perfectly with the Note Tag punch!
    • Cut your paper to cover the back of your purse and front flap by cutting it at 3 1/8 x 4 1/8″.
    • I used candy dot brad bases and the 1/4″ punch to make the closure.  It is a tight fit but it totally works!

    The purses I made use the new Stitched Satin ribbons in the pretty new colors (I followed Brenda’s ideas and used Melon Mambo, Pacific Point, and Crumb Cake).  And of course the patterns from the lovely Pretty Petals designer paper.  Front and back even!

    And have to have some fun treats inside!

    It was another fun day at the Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend yesterday too!  We made lots and lots of messes, and the tables were piled to overflowing so you know it was a good day!

    And in the afternoon, some folks had signed up to do my Sprinkles of Life Class…

    So everyone got their kit and we had a table with all the supplies for folks to share.

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    I’ll have the dates up for the next one in October posted tomorrow!  I hope you can join us!

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  • Fun Floral Frames Flowers for Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend Decorations

    Fun Floral Frames Flowers for Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend Decorations

    I was so excited to finally kick off my first crafty retreat weekend!  I have  been wanting to run these for AGES but had a hard time finding a venue.  But I finally found a great hotel that is amazing to work with and so this weekend is the first of what I plan for 2x a year Northwest Crafty Escape Weekends!  (next one coming in October!)

    To kick things off, I had goodies on the table for everyone that arrived and made a cute floral decoration using the Floral Frame dies for them.

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    I thought I would share more about it because I love how it turned out and it was such a fun use for the Floral Frames Framelits.

    Each one used 4 of the 5 dies in the set and after making the flower (more on that in a minute), I attached it to a wooden barbeque skewer that was then placed in one of the new Sketched Dot Tag a Bag Gift Bags that were filled with M&Ms and tied closed.

    Plus I had to add to the front of the flower one of the new Bold Butterfly Thinlits cut out of the Dazzling Diamonds glimmer paper.  So sparkly!!

    For the flower itself, I used:

    • The largest die shape in Crushed Curry
    • The 2nd largest die shape in Watermelon Wonder
    • The 3rd largest die shape in Bermuda Bay
    • The 2nd smallest die shape cut out 3 Cucumber Crush cotton paper pieces

    I sponged the edges in all the flowers in Watermelon Wonder. And then directly layered the watermelon and bermuda layers together and then used an Antique Brad to hold the Cucumber Crush cotton paper to the layered flowers.  Then crinkle up the cotton paper to give them some texture.  Add those layers to the Crushed Curry flower with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

    I’m excited for the rest of the weekend.  Here are a few more pictures of what our set up is like:

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    I have just a few Paper Pumpkin kits with me for sale as part of my Crop Store Smile

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    Punches and tools for anyone to borrow

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    And a few inspiration boards for the event too!

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    Check back tomorrow for more project and other pictures from the event!  This has been so much fun so far, I’m already working on locking in the date for our next one in mid-October!


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