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  • A Few New Stampin’ Up Catalog Sneak Peeks

    As of yesterday afternoon, the ban has been lifted on me not being able to share new product details and pictures from OnStage and the upcoming catalog.  So, if you are following me on Facebook, make sure to watch my Northwest Stamper page there as I’ll be uploading a TON of display board pictures there later today.  So you’ll get to see A LOT!  I have a few more things to share here though as well-

    Retiring Products PDF is Up!  Sold Out items have been updated

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    I love that some of the retiring products are on sale, because really I can’t pass up a good deal!  Plus, I’m sort of devestated by some of the items that are going away including:

    • Crystal Effects
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    • Word Window Punch
    • Dazzling Details glitter glue
    • Corrugated Cardstock
    • Scallop Circle punches
    • Wooden Expression Elements
    • Candy Dots

    But I’ve also seen the upcoming Annual Catalog and am excited about that too.  So, I guess I understand having to clear some space on the shelves for some new fabulous stuff.  Doesn’t mean I’m not going to still stock up on some of my favorites though. Winking smile

    Check out which of your favorites are going here:

    Retiring Stamps

    Retiring Accessories

    View a PDF copy of all the items including indicators of which items are sold out

    PDF Retirement List

    A few starter Sneak Peeks from OnStage 2016!

    So, while I sort through my photos and get them posted to my facebook page, I thought I’d share a few here for you to check out in the meantime.

    We got lots of goodies while we were there, including some fun make & takes, stamp sets, bags, and of course, the catalog!

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    I loved being a Display Board stamper, and especially seeing Caitlin’s fabulous face on the boards each time I walked by.  Isn’t she adorable? Smile 

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    I also loved this card that my friend Julie Davison created for the display boards… I totally need to get out my Bear Hugs stamp set and play some more!

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    Wanna see one of my favorite new items from the upcoming catalog? Eek! Isn’t this fox builder punch to die for?

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    Don’t worry, I’ll be back with more sneak peeks tomorrow!  Or see you over on Facebook for all the display board fun!


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  • The Stampin’ Up 2016 Retirement List is Up!

    I know everyone is eager to see what is going to be discontinued and what is DISCOUNTED as well…. well, the list is up!  So you can check it out and then let me know if you have questions or need anything!

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    I’m still waiting on a PDF copy of the retirement list but you can see everything in the Online Store!

    See the Retiring Products and DISCOUNTS here

    Also, while you are there, don’t forget that TODAY IS THE LAST DAY for Weekly deals!

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  • Last Day of OnStage & the Retreat to Go!

    After an amazing time in Salt Lake City for OnStage 2016, I flew home the evening of Saturday and then spent Sunday with my family and letting all that I saw and learned percolating in my mind.  And so today, it is back in the saddle and getting ready for my Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend and starting to put into action all that I learned.

    The big news though is that – the Annual Catalog and Occasions Catalog retirement list are going to be announced today at 1pm MST!  Once it goes live, items on the list (except likely some stamps) will be while supplies last.  I’m expecting some of the retiring In Color reinkers are going to be sold out by late afternoon.   So, the sooner you can check it out the better.  They haven’t posted it for demonstrators yet either, so I don’t know for sure everything that is going to be on the list or discounted.

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    To make sure you see the news you can either:

    1. Get it in email by making sure you are on my newsletter email list – I’ll be sending the link out as soon as it posts to that list!  Make sure you are signed up here.
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    2. Visit the Online Store at 1pm MST – the retiring items will be posted in their own section in the online store at around 1pm today, so refresh the page and you can start shopping!
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    3. Stop back by this blog after 1pm – After I get the retiring list out to the newsletter list, I’ll get it posted back up on here.  So you can stop back by this afternoon to check it out here.

    Don’t forget, this is also your last chance at the discounts on the weekly deals as well!

    Also, I know I have some folks who have been asking about my Retreat to Go.  I had planned to finalize pricing for this while I was at OnStage.  Silly me, I thought it would be no problem to stay up late at night and get it all sorted out.  Smile  Well, um… yeah… I forgot how non-stop everything is and how little sleep I already get when I’m away at these events.  So, I had to finish it up when I got back from the trip.

    But registration is open NOW!

    NW Crafty Escape Weekend retreat in a box

    Register NOW as I’ll only be offering this through April 30th! 

    What is the Retreat in a Box?

    This is my way of extending part of the experience of the retreat to those of you who are not able to join us live at the event!  So, if you can’t come to us, grab your pjs and some table space at home and settling in for your retreat experience there!  What is included with your registration is:

    • The event goodie bag ($40 value!)
    • Instructions and pictures for the Make & Take projects from your goodie bag supplies
    • door prize
    • table decoration so your table can be just as pretty as here
    • table gifts
    • Play along at home crafty scavenger hunt – be entered to win a prize!
    • Shopping coupon
    • Optional add-on classes  (Enjoy the Little Things project, Hello Sunshine Stamp-a-Stack, Sunburst Die Card Class)

    Reserve your Retreat in a Box here!

    OnStage 2016 – Day 3

    We started the day being able to finish up make & take classes and get to see AND MAKE part of the May Paper Pumpkin kit!  That was really cool and I’m looking forward to the kit now too.

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    Then it was time for a few more pictures with friends from around the event

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    then we were back in session for the final presentations of the day.

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    Shout out to two of my Fun n’ Crafty gals who got to stand and wave for their promotions – I was so excited to cheer for them!  LIz Mitchell for Bronze Elite and Carla Branton for Silver!  Woo hoo, girls!!

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    • I even won some Prize Patrol!  But I can’t show you the stamp until after this afternoon. Smile
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    • They also announced the Fall OnStage Local events!  I’ll be headed to Vancouver BC, but know some of my gals in the Fun n’ Crafty group will be headed to other locations.  You should totally join us!
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    • And with that, OnStage Live was done.  It was an amazing event and I LOVED seeing all the new stuff coming out soon.  It is going to be an awesome catalog this summer!
    • The rest of the group headed to lunch and I headed back to the Product Spotlight for some lunch before CentreStage Leadership – A leaders training session. We had some spaces to take notes and a LOT of presentations to get our brains thinking about how we can help support our teams and build better communities.
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    • I was close to the front, so we got a couple crazy visits by the camera on a crane as they tried to record people asking questions.  It was nuts but totally hilarious!
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    • Then I flew home late that night so I could be home the next day to spend time with my family.  Caitlin loved going through all the swaps and seeing all the cute cards.
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    • So all in all, an awesome trip!

    Check back later today to see the Retiring List and then stay tuned for sneak peeks, samples, and more about the new catalog coming in June!


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  • Stampin’ Up OnStage 2016–Day 2

    Stampin’ Up OnStage 2016–Day 2

    Alright, I was supposed to be asleep an hour ago but I thought I would upload a few more pictures (ok probably more than a few) for those of you playing along at home. Smile  Today was the second day of OnStage Live and it was GREAT!!  We have a wonderful mix of corporate presentations, demonstrator presentations, chances to see LOTS of displays, project ideas, and actually get our hands on tons of the new stuff and STAMP!  Plus I got to spend a bit more time with my Fun n’ Crafty Stamper gals who were here with me.  It’s been so whirlwind I am so grateful for our evenings when we hang out in my hotel room and chit chat, discuss the catalog, business ideas, and just hang out and have fun.

    So we started out bright and early… I was NOT bright eyed and busy tailed…but still excited to be there none the less!

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    We got to hear from Shelli and Sara and I loved the quotes Sara shared in her presentation!

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    After opening sessions, we got to go explore the Product Showcase… there were display boards, product up on display so you could see and touch it, make & takes, food, and fun photo ops.

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    I had to take my annual Andrea Withers selfie!  She is just the sweetest person you will find at the Home Office and I got to know her a few years back and just love working with her when I get to do Display Boards as well as seeing her at events.  Isn’t she just the cutest?!

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    But I had to spend lots of time checking out the new stuff and taking some classes. 

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    I wish we could show you what we were working on… so here is the best I can do right now!

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    In the afternoon, we were back for more recognition marches – including anniversary marches.  Pamela Wu was eligible to walk across the stage for her 5 year anniversary but she chose to stay in her seat.  I think she is so wonderful I had to give her a shout out anyway!  Fun fact – Pamela is my longest term demo, having been with me for not quite 5 1/2 years!  My how time flies!

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    Then it was time for more presentations ranging from uplifting, funny, and just plain creatively inspiring.  Brandy shared a little bit about finding your own way and being true to who you are to find your success.

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    I also have to give a shout out to Sean Douglass for being so gracious to let me talk his ear off for a ton of time about the new catalog (what is awesome about it), products we would love to see, products we will dearly miss, and why.  He helps run product development and they were at the event to listen to demonstrators tell them about they they think of the products and what we need/want.  Though I’m not sure he expected to have someone as full of thoughts and opinions as myself! Open-mouthed smile

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    So, since I can’t share product pictures… here are some more people pictures.

    I almost didn’t share this picture of me and Brandy just because I swear I was the most unphotogenic person today Smile but I am just so grateful to have connected with her and her amazing sweet and caring spirit.  So, I had to give her some love and take a moment to say thanks and that I can’t wait to cheer for her big successes to come!

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    And speaking of people to cheer about, I have to give a shout out to the gals with me here this week.  They are talented stampers, but more importantly great friends!  We all had the chance to go eat at Cheesecake Factory and have great discussions… but even better, we got CHEESECAKE!  Cheesecake party in my room!  No for real, we all got cheescake to go and took it back to the hotel and had a room party.

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    And they even humored me when I asked them to set aside their cheesecake and go back downstairs since we had not gotten a group photo with everyone together.  I told you, they are awesome! Smile 

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    So, in the morning, we are back for the final day of OnStage.  I don’t know what to expect, but I know it will be awesome.  So, until then, I am going to get some sleep and be back soon with more! 

    Don’t forget, you can follow along throughout the day on my Northwest Stamper Facebook page as I post regularly during the day at OnStage. 

    Until then….


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  • Stampin’ Up OnStage 2016–Getting the Party Started!

    Stampin’ Up OnStage 2016–Getting the Party Started!

    Earlier this week was all about getting ready for OnStage and then Wednesday was travel and Thursday was the first day!  It has been BUSY!  But oh my goodness has it been a wonderful experience!  I can’t even believe where my journey with Stampin’ Up has taken me and I’m so grateful I stuck with it so that I can have amazing experiences like I am this week!

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    I know many of you aren’t able to join us here in Salt Lake City, so I thought I would share a little about the adventures happening here so you can be here with us in spirit… we can always use more crafty friends!

    Over the years, I have built a team of amazing folks that we now call the Fun n’ Crafty Stampers.  There are folks from all across the US from the east coast all the way to Hawaii and many states in between.  So, when OnStage (the new version of Convention) is in Salt Lake City, it is a great opportunity for some of us to travel to reconnect in person, get inspired, try new things, and of course, STAMP!  This year, it is in Utah from April 14-16 and we had 7 of us from the team meeting up here

    IMG_0121So, 6 of us arrived on Wednesday and after meeting up, 5 of us headed south to Riverton for the annual pilgrimage to the Stampin’ Up home office.

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    It is always fun to get to meet and chat with the staff and see what has changed.  This time, there were a few new displays in the Legacy Room museum

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    And we even got to tour the upstairs floor and see Shelli and Rich’s offices!

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    Then it was time for a bit of shopping… driving back in HORRIBLE rain… (sorry guys, didn’t realize the Seattle rain tagged along with us!) and then raced back to the hotel for a fun night of Shoebox Swapping with Dawn Olchefske and Kelly Acheson’s teams.  Better believe some of the cards we made will be showing up in my upcoming classes!

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    Then it was back to the room to finish up card swaps and team gifties!  These are the general swap cards I made for this year and am trading around the convention center.

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    OnStage 2016 – Day 1

    Due to the schedule, we pretty much had the morning to kill, but as a Display Stamper this year, I ended up heading over to start putting up my projects….and can I just say, they picked some AMAZING demonstrators to work on the display boards because they all look fantastic!

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    Unfortunately, I can’ post pictures from that until Monday (due to SU’s spoiler alert” policy.  But I can share photos of us waiting to get our bags and to go in and be part of the party! Notice any pretty colors you like from the banners?  That may or may not be a sneak peek of the new In Colors. Winking smile

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    And of course there was swapping…. I’m very serious about my swapping….

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    seriously CHEESY!  Open-mouthed smile

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    And then it was time for Opening Session!  Hopefully I didn’t hurt the ears of my Mom and Nicole next to me from my screaming.  Let me just say, I freaked out more than once as they gave us the new catalog and I got to see new things that are coming out!  So glad I am a demonstrator and have the demo discount because my wishlist is LOOOOONG! 

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    I know!  I wish I could show you pictures or tell you more details about what I saw in that new catalog and on the presentations but we have a gag order until Monday afternoon.  But I can say, you won’t be disappointed!

    CenterStage Live – Evening Dinner and Entertainment

    Stampin’ Up hosted a lovely incentive dinner that first night to celebrate and thank folks of Silver Elite and above titles – which includes me!  So they bussed us to a nearby swanky hotel where we socialized and had some mocktails. 
    Isn’t Sheri adorable?  She is a lovely friend from Canada who I always love to see at SU events. 

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    Side note, this is one of the coolest parts of attending the SU events, you end up making friends in random places that you connect with for life!  I met Sheri randomly during one of the Make & Take sessions at Convention a couple years ago.  She had been recognized as a Rising Star (one of the demonstrators who had a stellar first years as a demonstrator)  and so I had congratulated her and we hit it off talking.  Just like I met Brandy Cox when we both went to Founder’s Circle for the first time and we had a sweet connection from that.  Now I’m so blessed to see them at events and get to reconnect and share laughs and hugs.  The women you meet in this business really are just some of the most amazing people!  It really does make my heart full!  And I’m so grateful to be able to cheer them on and get to celebrate their successes!

    2016-04-14 22.16.39Anyway, back to CenterStage, enough of my sappy moment. Smile  We ad a fabulous 4 course meal.

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    They even had dueling pianos while we ate which was way more fun than I expected!  I’ve never seen a dueling piano show and it hilarious!

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    So, at the end of the day, iit was an awesome time to meet and/or connect with folks who share this awesome journey with me.  We had a few fun gifts from the company and then it was off to bed to try to get some sleep before we start bright and early in the morning!

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    Wish you could have been here with me!  Hopefully next time you can join the Fun n’ Crafty Stampers at one of the events in the US!


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  • Last Call for these Next to Last Weekly Deals!

    Around here, last week was spring break and I didn’t take into account how my days are different with both kids running around as opposed to them being in school.  So things have been a little bit hectic around here as I prep for OnStage later this week and my Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend next week!  But, I wouldn’t trade it for the world and loved the time with them.  And we even got to go up and visit my parents and my Mom was amazing and helped me start prepping goodie bags for the retreat and swaps for OnStage!  Isn’t she awesome?

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    We even took some time to visit the Tulip Festival in Mt Vernon, WA while we were away.  We couldn’t have asked for a better day or prettier flowers!  When I finally get to share my samples I’ve been creating for the OnStage Display Boards, you’ll see a few pictures from that trip for my scrapbook pages!

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    But in the meantime, as I get ready for Stamp Club tonight and finish everything for OnStage, I wanted to give you this one last reminder about the Weekly Deals for this week.  These end TONIGHT at 11:59pm MST and there are a LOT of awesome deals!

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    If you didn’t hear, next week is the last week that Weekly Deals will be offered.  Then on April 18th the retirement list will be published for the current Stampin’ Up annual catalog.  So, now is the time to grab your favorites before they go to while supplies last!

    Shop the weekly deals here

    And make sure you are visiting the blog this week!  I’ll be posting what I can from OnStage and then start sharing some sneak peeks and display board samples next week!  Its going to be fun times around here! 
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  • An Anytime Love card with Going Global

    An Anytime Love card with Going Global

    We always think of sending cards when it is someone’s birthday or anniversary or Christmas.  But what about all those other times of the year?  People do amazing things, or are just awesome for being a part of your life… so why note surprise them with a note to tell them how special they are and how glad you are in their life?Heart embossed Going Global Love card

    This is another one of my big projects I want to start up this year… just because and you are awesome cards.  In this busy and bustling world we are in right now, how great would it feel to go to the mailbox and tucked in amongst the bills and junk mail is a little hand crafted surprise. Smile  Love it!

    So, this card today, is an idea to create a card just for that using the Going Global stamp set.  I made the center piece by stamping the globe image with Crumb Cake (to keep it light) and then punched with my 2” circle punch.  Then just stamp your sentiment from the same set on top using Early Espresso ink.  And you know me, I just had to add some glitz by dropping a rhinestone into the center of one of the Classy Designer Buttons and popping that onto my sentiment with a glue dot.  Just makes it fancier don’t you think?

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    I also had to add in a pop of color and LOVE LOVE LOVE this Watermelon Wonder Stitched Satin ribbon.  It is so pretty and soft in person!

    Tip – When adhering your ribbon to the front of your card, only put adhesive down under where you will have your scalloped circle for the sentiment!  If you run adhesive down the full length of the ribbon, it will start making strange bumps as it glues down over the embossed background.  It is so much prettier fluttering losely at the bottom.

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    One last tip for you.  I embossed a piece of Very Vanilla cardstock with the hearts embossing folder and attached it to the Very Vanilla card base.  So help the layers stand out, I sponged the edge of the embossed layer.  However, if you sponge AFTER you emboss, you have a higher chance of the paper tearing where it is embossed.  So, you may want to sponge the paper FIRST and then emboss to minimize tearing.

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    Are you coming to the retreat?  The Northwest Crafty Escape Weekend signs ups are due soon!

    >> Get all the details here! <<

    Just a reminder that the deadline to sign up for this is coming up in less than a week!  The tables are filling up, so make sure you’ve saved your spot!

    Retreat in a Box option is coming soon too! 

    If you can’t come because you are out of town or can’t travel, I’ll be offering a Retreat in a Box so you can play along at home. Smile  I’Il be posting the details tomorrow so check back for that!

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    Going Global Wood-Mount Stamp Set

    $27.00

    Going Global Clear-Mount Stamp Set

    $19.00

    Happy Heart Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

    $7.50

    2" Circle Punch

    $18.00

    2-3/8" Circle Scallop Punch

    $18.00

    Classy Designer Buttons

    $6.00

    Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

    $5.00

    Watermelon Wonder 1" Stitched Satin Ribbon

    $8.00

    Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $8.50

    Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $7.00

    Big Shot

    $110.00

  • I’m bringing birthdays back – the ICS blog hop!

    I’m bringing birthdays back – the ICS blog hop!

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    Welcome to the April Inspire, Create, & Share blog hop! Our theme is ‪#‎iambringingbackbirthdays‬ inspired by Shannon West one of the trainer’s at Stampin’ Up! Back in January, she posted on Facebook that she felt like Facebook was making it too easy to just post a note on someone’s birthday and that she had gotten away from the joy of sending (and receiving!) birthday cards; and she wanted to fix that.

    I have heard stories of people getting tons of well wishes on Facebook but only a card from Grandma in the mail.  And I, myself, have been guilty of not sending or even giving in person a birthday card… and I LOVE making birthday cards!

    Shannon invited everyone to send her their address and birthdate and this year she will mail out a birthday card.  She also carved out a stamp to use on her cards that says #I’mBringingBirthdaysBack. Well let me tell you the idea really caught on-betting the post office is lovin’ her! Stampin’ Up! took that carved stamp and made one we could all have too!

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    Let’s Bring Birthday’s Back – Send a card, Get a card!

    I LOVE Shannon’s idea and plan to start up my own program to start sending out birthday cards again and sharing the love with my friends, family, and customers… and I encourage you to join me!

    I’ll be announcing how you can join my Birthday Card program on my next newsletter later this week, so if you are on my mailing list, make sure you watch for that and send me your info! 🙂   But you don’t have to wait for me, start looking at who you can send a card to in the meantime and share the joy with others!  And if you have a demo, check with them, they may be doing something too!

    To get you started, here is my project to share for the Birthday Blog Hop!

    I LOVE the Number of Years stamp set and matching Large Numbers thinlit dies because it makes it so easy to create custom birthday and anniversary cards.  Like in this case, I made a card for a 5 year old.  But change up the colors and the number and you can have a card for an adult, a girl who loves pink, or a silver anniversary!

    And that balloon paper?  I made it myself using the Balloon Celebrations bundle!  Just mixing and matching balloon shapes and outlines, you can create a really festive designed paper as a background for your sentiment.

    TIP – don’t put your balloons covering the words though… it makes it really hard to read…. ask me how I know 😉

    I added just a bit of the Sahara Sand lace trim on one side and some gold glitter paper to balance glitz and softness.  And of course, add some dimensionals to really pop it up and make it a party!

    See it step-by-step with this Video Tutorial

    If you want to make this card yourself and want to see how it all comes together, I put together a video tutorial to share and have lots of tips along the way!  So check it out and stamp along with me!

    (if you are reading this in your email, click here to see the video)

    So, I hope that got you thinking about what birthday projects you can create.  Continue hopping to get even more ideas!  Next up is the fabulous Deb Naylor who has another great card idea for you.

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    And don’t forget!  The colors I showcased in this card use the RETIRING In Colors.  These colors will officially be on the retirement list and while supplies last starting April 18th and I know the reinkers and some products are going to sell out quickly, so don’t delay and consider getting your shopping done early and save yourself the stress.  🙂   As a quick visual, here is what is going away:

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    See all the Retiring In Color products here
    or if you are hopping from your demonstrators blog, talk to them to stock up on your favorites!

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    Product List

    Number Of Years Photopolymer Bundle

    $49.25

    Balloon Celebration Photopolymer Bundle

    $37.25

    Sahara Sand 7/8" (2.2 Cm) Lace Trim

    $7.00

    Gold Glimmer Paper

    $5.00

    Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Hello Honey Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

    $7.00

    Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $8.50

    Stampin' Pierce Mat

    $5.00

    Stampin' Dimensionals

    $4.00

  • Weekly Deals are Going Going Gone!

    I wanted to do a quick post to share something I learned yesterday… the weekly deals we know and love will be discontinuing after next week!  Stampin’ Up has been evaluating the program and decided to try something new and so instead of having a small batch of items that are on sale each week (this week though there are more than a few!) they are going to be moving to every few months having a bigger promotion called a “special offer” for discounting select products.  I don’t know more than that… but I do know, if you love some of these items, grab them now while they are on sale!

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    Here are a few of my favorite projects using weekly deal items!  I love so many of them, so this is only a sampling since it is so hard to pick a favorite. Smile

    Gift Bag Punch Board

    see the blog post here

    Sunburst Thinlit

    or you can combine the two with this die I love!  (I just realized I have a bunch of cards I’ve made with it at home but forgot to post, I’ll be fixing that!)

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    Rose Garden Thinlit

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    and the Gold 1/8” ribbon

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    So, hopefully that gives you a start to some inspiration!  Check out the Weekly Deals online and grab your favorites before the sale is over on Monday! 

    And watch for next Tuesday for the LAST Weekly Deals to be offered!

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  • Botanical Blooms Thank You Card

    Botanical Blooms Thank You Card

    One of the really fun things about going to OnStage (the new name for Stampin’ Up convention and regional demonstrator events) is that we get to try out the newest products that are coming up and make some samples to use when we get home.  One of the products we got to try in November was the Botanical Blooms stamp set and matching dies.  We learned that the stamp set is designed to perfectly match the patterned paper (see the details on the leaves and flowers in the patterned paper?  yep, I STAMPED THEM!  How cool is that??!?)  And this is what we made at the event:

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    Now that was a fun and all sample to see how the products all worked, but I just wasn’t inspired to turn it into a card as is.  See, it was this odd 4 1/4” height (same as a normal card) but only 5” wide (narrower than a normal card).  So I decided I had to cut things up and experiment a bit.  And ended up really liking the end result… what do you think?

    So, what I ended up doing was cutting down the designer patterned paper and then layering it onto some Mossy Meadow cardstock (I’m sooooo going to miss this color when it retires later this month!!) and then put it all onto a Hello Honey card base.

    The design was so busy, I wanted to keep my sentiment simple so I reached for the wooden Expressions Elements for a simple thanks and to make it easier to read, I just adhered a thin strip of Mossy Meadow cardstock behind the letters to make it super clear.

    You can see from my imperfect stamping, show the detailing on the leaves is stamped on.  And the centers to many of the flowers.  It was kind of fun finishing out the paper design!  Then I just added a few rhinestones here and there for a little sparkle and we were good to go!

    A Quick Note about the Botanical Blooms Bundle – You Get Extra in It!

    I’ve had a couple people confused about the Botanical Blooms bundle… because they know that when you get a bundle you get 15% off the dies and stamp set.  But what they didn’t notice, is that in THIS SPECIFIC BUNDLE, you ALSO get the pack of designer paper too!

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    See the bundle details in the online store

    Fun bonus, right?  If you have questions, don’t hesitate to say hello and drop me a line at jennifer@nwstamper.com!

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    Botanical Blooms thank you card

    Product List

    Botanical Blooms Photopolymer Bundle

    $51.75

    2014-2016 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

    $7.00

    Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Hello Honey Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Expressions Natural Elements

    $5.00

    Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $8.50

    Fine-Tip Glue Pen

    $7.00

    Stampin' Dimensionals

    $4.00

    Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

    $5.00

    Big Shot

    $110.00

    Big Shot Die Brush

    $11.00

  • Don’t Miss Out! The LAST DAY of Sale-a-Bration is here!

    Don’t Miss Out! The LAST DAY of Sale-a-Bration is here!

    Just a quick reminder – If you are a last minute person like me… don’t miss out on Sale-a-Bration!  Today is the last day to get your free bonuses and gifts!

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    Shop online and get your FREE GIFT with your $50 order!  Select from:

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    – OR – 

    Get a bonus when you become a Fun n’ Crafty Stamper and join our fun group of stampers who love getting a discount on all of our products plus all the other perks of being a demonstrator – like sneak peeks, free catalogs, and other incentives!  Join us in monthly challenges, creative inspiration, business ideas, support, and just fun and friendship.  Get $155 in product for only $99…and no Shipping cost to get you started!

    Get the Starter Kit here
    ANYONE can buy it… with no obligation but to have fun and use your discount!  Or decide to give it a try and have a money making hobby if you want one! 🙂

    Steal the BIG deal and join our fun group – the Fun n’ Crafty Stampers!  Get started here –http://nwstamper.stampinup.net/jointhefun


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  • Beautiful Botanicals For You–It’s Not Just Flowers!

    Alright people, we are at T-minus 2 DAYS of Sale-a-Bration!  Did you get your order in?  If not, let me share with you some more ideas from another of one of the free Sale-a-Bration items you could choose before the month is out!

    Today I’m featuring the Botanicals For You stamp set

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    The name makes you think it is all about flowers, but it is because it matches some of the Botanicals Suite products in the Occasions Catalog.  I just love the big “Just For You” and so created a couple cards with it that I just love:

    Fun with Color – Botanicals For You Card

    This was one of the cards we did in Stamp Club this month

    This was a fun card to pull together.  I used a bunch of my favorite products… but even more fun was playing with color!  I used the 2015-2017 In Colors to pull together my card.  The big letters on the Just for You is perfect for coloring with your markers.  So I used Mint Macaron, Watermelon Wonder, and Delightful Dijon as my focus colors here.  Don’t they look awesome together?

    Then I used the fun follow on sentiment and created a banner to go along the bottom of the card… because, really, people need to hear they are awesome more often don’t you think?

    I stamped the flower in Watermelon Wonder and cut it out and it is hard to see, but used some of the Gold Wink of Stella in the middle for a little bit of shine and color.

    And what are we thinking of the Brick Wall embossing folder as the background?  I used it for texture along the back of the card… I kind of like it in Mint!  Smile  Then add a hint of the Watermelon Wonder satin ribbon… seriously the BEST ribbon in the Occasions Catalog!

    And don’t forget the finishing touch of the Mint Macaron/Black Baker’s Twine from the combo pack!  Tie it in the crease of your card for the just right final touch!

    Keep it Simple – Emboss Resist Botanicals For You

    Now, if you want to keep it really simple, I have one more option for you…. this sweet and simple emboss resist card.

    All you have to do is stamp your sentiment in Versamark and then heat emboss with white embossing powder.

    Sponge your favorite color over the top with the yellow Stampin’ Sponges and and the color won’t stick to your words but will make them really POP!

    Layer on coordinating cardstock and then pop up on Stampin’ Dimensionals over your favorite ribbon and/or twine… love that gold baker’s twine!  And you are done!

    Shop online and get the Botanicals For You stamp set for free with your $50 order!

    Steal the BIG deal and join our fun group – the Fun n’ Crafty Stampers!  Get started here –http://nwstamper.stampinup.net/jointhefun


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    Product List

    Botanicals For You Wood-Mount Stamp Set

    $0.00

    Botanicals For You Clear-Mount Stamp Set

    $0.00

    Brick Wall Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

    $8.50

    Banner Triple Punch

    $23.00

    Gold Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

    $8.00

    Baker's Twine Combo Pack

    $6.50

    Watermelon Wonder 1" Stitched Satin Ribbon

    $8.00

    2015-2017 In Color Stampin' Write Markers

    $15.00

    Tip Top Taupe Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $7.00

    Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $8.50

    Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

    $7.00

    White Stampin' Emboss Powder

    $5.00

    Heat Tool

    $49.95

    Sahara Sand 7/8" (2.2 Cm) Lace Trim

    $7.00

    Gold Baker's Twine

    $3.50

    Versamark Pad

    $7.50

    Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

    $6.50

    Stamping Sponges

    $3.50

    Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

    $7.00

    Stampin' Dimensionals

    $4.00