Card - Embossed

Good Morning All,

What a beautiful day outside - have been in the garden the last 2 days

Though we could do something different & try a technique - Embossing!

Recipe -

Card Stock - Bashful Blue, Blue Bayou, Whisper White

Stamp Set - Polka Dots & Paisley, Circle of Friendship

Punches - Scollop, 1 3/8" Circle

Ink - Black Versamak, Clear Emboss Powder & Blue Bayou

Assessories - SU Snail Glue - Permanent

I love the way this card has come out, although it is not what I had in mind when I started, which is usually the way for most of us

Until next, have a great day!

Vicky

Off The Page

Good Morning Stampers,

This will shock all of you with the projct of the day being up so early - I have been up making invitations and cards! Just about to hit the sack now as it well past my bedtime.

Jenny has been very constructive of late & thinking outside the box - so to speak.

I love the colours in her project!

Recipe -

Card Stock - Whisper White
Wheel Cartridge - More Mustard

Wheel - Star Studded Stampin' Around Wheel

Ink - Black

Stamp Set - Pocket Fun

Accessories - gold organdy ribbon
1/8" Circle Handheld Punch

This project makes agreat hostess gift or a lolly bag for a kid's party!

Have a great day!

Jenny & Vicky

Congratulations....

Congratulations are in order for Jenny who has made Senior Associate!

Good for you Jenny & keep working hard & enjoying your stampin'

Vicky

Card of the Day

Hi Stampers,

Well I have finally managed to make a card using the Tart & Tangy Stamp Set & also the Picnic Paper that goes perfectly with the set.

I didn't think I would like this set so much, but I love it & the ideas are just going around and around in my head.
Receipe -

Stamp Set -
Tart & Tangy
Cardstock -
Garden Green - Textured
Real Red
Whisper White
Paper - Summer Picnic
Punches -
Scollop
1 3/8" Circle
Accessories -
SU Emboss Powder - Clear
SU Dimensionals
SU Write Markers - Bold Brights
SU Crystal Effects

Hope you all enjoy

If anyone would like a FREE Mini-Catalogue to have a look through or to purchase anything, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Until Tomorrow

Vicky

Mini-Spring Catalogue Launch

Hi Stampers,

Well, with the Olympic Games over & glued to the TV for the past 2 weeks, we will have more time for our stamping.

The Launch Saturday & Sunday was a huge success with everyone having fun.

We made a 3x3” box & 3 square cards to put in the box, using the “Tart & Tangy” Stamp Set - Page 10 - $21.95 & of course, the matching “Summer Picnic” Designer Papers - Page 12 - $11.95,to go with this stamp set..... This set is so fresh & versatile that you can just keep on stamping and stamping.

Don't forget the special this month with the postage & time is nearly running out!

We will be having another weekend put aside next month for those that couldn’t make it, and we will be using a different set of stamps, papers and not to mention a different project.

The box & cards will appear on the blog in the next couple of days, along with a couple of other cards that we have made using the above stamp set & papers.

This min-catalogue is proving to be such a hit that I have had to order more catalogues, so if you don’t have your copy, just email me and I will be more than happy to post it to you.

Until tomorrow when I post the project, happy stampin!

Vicky

Card of the Day

Hi Stampers,

Sorry about not posting for awhile, but things have been hectic in the household. Anyhow here is the card for today, very simple & quick but yet love the colours - it is actually for a client of mine who is getting married & it matches the colours of her invitations I did for her...

Receipe -

Cardstock - Whisper White

Stamp - "Priceless" Stampin' Wheel

Ink - Turquoiae

Accessories - Taffeta Ribbon- Whisper White

SU Snail Adhesive - Permanent

Sparkles - Non-SU

Congratulations - Non-SU

Have a great day & happy stampin'

Vicky

Challenge # 2

My Card

It is amazing how 2 people who sat together to do this challenge like Jenny & I did & come up with 2 completely different layouts & designs for Challenge # 2

We had to use the following colours -

Receipe -

Card Stock - Old Olive, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, So Saffron, Not Quite Navy
Stamp - Priceless - just love this set....
Accessories - SU Snail Tape - permanent
Square Punch - 1 3/8" & 1 1/4"
Taffeta Ribbon - White - Centre is So Saffon
SU Dazzling Diamonds
SU 2-Way Glue
Stamp Pad - Bashful Blue
Black

Enjoy

Vicky

Challenge # 2

Hi All,

Both Jenny & I have busy doing a challenge that Bron gave to our group "Awesome Stampers" some time back.

The card posted today is from Jenny. I will post mine tomorrow.

Receipe -

Stamps - Daisy Dash Wheel, Enjoy Every Moment
Ink - Whisper White

Card Stock - So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Not Quite Navy, Olive Green, Whisper White

Accessories - Small Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, SU Dimentionals, SU Snail Glue - Permanent, SU Rhinestone Brad

SU 2-Way Glue, SU Stampin' Glitter

Hope you enjoy!

Vicky

Last days....

Super Starter Kit Savings

July and August are a super time to join the Stampin' Up! family!

From 1 July through 15 August, when you become a demonstrator, you'll receive $25 off the already low-priced Starter Kit!

That means when you become a demonstrator before 15 August*, you will start out with over $560 of Stampin' Up!'s high quality, one-of-a-kind stamping products and business supplies for just $299!

So what are you waiting for? Contact either Jenny or myself TODAY to get super Starter Kit savings!

*Paperwork must be postmarked by 15 August to qualify for this offer.

Vicky

Congratulations!!!!!

Congratulations to Shirley on becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.

Shirley has now received her starters kit and tells me that she is so looking forward to playing and trying out new things.

I take this opportunity to welcome Shirley to our little family of Stampin' Up! and am sure that she will enjoy the wonderful products as much as myself.

V

Card of the Day

Please find our card for the day, including the receipe -

Receipe -

Stamp Pads - Olive Green, Pumpkin Pie

Punches - 1 1/4" Circle, 1" Circle

Stamp Sets - Wonderful Words, Priceless

Card Stock - Whister White, Pumpkin Pie, Olive Green & Chocolate Chip

Accessories - SU Snail Glue

Enjoy!

V

My Card

Please find my card for Challenge # 1.

I used the the Stamp Sets "Cartle Postle" and "Weaherbed". As I didn't have "Soft Blue" ribbon - I colured the ribbon "Soft Blue" which come up better than I thought

Hope you like it!

Challenge # 1

Hi All,

Well, I have just complete my first challenge which has been issued to my stamping group I am in.... I thought I would give it a go & see what I could come up.... It is not the stamp set I wanted to use, but never mind, when I do find that set, I will have another go at it, but thought you could check the challenge out & maybe have a go yourselves.

The only stipulation is that you must stick to the colours & use Stampin' up! products!

Don't forget to email me your card so that I am able to post in on the blog so others can view your fanastic work... It is all good fun!

V

Off the Page

Carte Postale Card Pen & Note Book Holder

Card Kit of the Month

Do you love to make cards, but rarely have time?

Do you love the fuss-free option of having all your cardstock pre-cut and scored?

Do you want beautiful designs and easy to follow instructions?

YES!!

Then the new Card Kit of the Month is for you!!

Each kit contains all the consumable supplies (with the exception of adhesive) needed to create 6 beautiful cards and matching envelopes. You will also receive detailed step-by-step instructions on how to create the cards, 2 each of 3 designs. All this for only $20!

Don't own the featured stamp set?

Either substitute with stamps of your own, or with purchase of monthly card kit, receive the co-ordinating stamp set at 10%off! (plus p&h as detailed below)

To purchase your kit, email me vickyawright@bigpond.com and let me know if you would like the kit only, or the kit and stamp set.

Payment must be made at time of order and may be made via bank deposit.

All kits must be ordered by August 15, and will be shipped directly to you after this date. Shipping fee for kit only will be $3.50 and for the kit and stamp set will be $6.00 to anywhere in Australia.

Tiny Tots Club – 5-10 years - Father's Day Projects

These classes are held twice monthly. Pease contact me for a copy of the Workshops.

Mums are welcome to attend these classes at a special cost of $15 for both mothers & daughters.

Classes are suitable for beginners to experienced stampers. All materials provided, including coffee, tea and light refreshments.

RSVP – Bookings are limited, so again, it is recommended you book early to ensure you do not miss out on these great classes.

Girls Club – 10-16 - Father's Day Pojects

These classes are held twice a month. Please contact me if you do not have a copy of the class schedule.

Mums are welcome to attend these classes at a special cost of $15 for both mothers & daughters.

Classes are suitable for beginners to experienced stampers. All materials provided, including coffee, tea and light refreshments.

RSVP – Bookings are limited, so again, it is recommended you book early to ensure you do not miss out on this great class.

Catalogue Corrections

It has been noted there are a few minor errors in the 2008-09 Idea Book and Catalogue.

Grab a Bargain!
There are 2 price misprints, however Stampin' Up! will honour the printed price for this Catalogue year!

Ø Page 119 - Wonderful Favourites $39.95 (should be $77.95)
Ø Pages 134-136 - Designer Series Papers $11.95 (should be $16.95) That's only $1.00 per sheet for high quality double-sided papers!

Other Corrections
Ø Page 132 - Five-in-One Card Cover: The image shown is incorrect.
Ø Page 132 - C6 envelopes: these items include 40 envelopes per package, not 20 as pictured.
Ø Page 146 - Always Artichoke 1/4" grosgrain ribbon: Swatch shown is incorrect. Always Artichoke ribbon coordinates with Always Artichoke card stock and ink.

Although they are not pictured, Spring Showers and Spring Flowers Designer Series Papers are still available. These are $11.95, and co-ordinate with Looks Like Spring stamp set, and are pictured on Page 133 of the 07-08 Catalogue.

Credit Card Facilities

Don’t forget that Credit Card facilities are now available through Stampin’ Up! at NO extra cost to you, the customer. SU absorbs these costs.

Don’t forget – we also take Direct Debit & cheque

Get Ready for Christmas

In the next couple of weeks you will receive an email Invitation to our "Get Ready for Christmas" all day Stamp and Scrap-a-thon.

This will be run over a couple of days – so hopefully places will fill quickly. If it proves very successful, we will have to open a waiting list. You are most welcome to book prior to invitations going out!

We know it is going to be a fun day of crafting, and we promise you'll go home brimming with Inspiration! It's also an ideal opportunity to work on those Christmas cards.

Invitataions will go out to all customers prior to the day & will also be posted on the blog.

Super Starter Kit Savings Promotion

Get $25 off the already low-priced Starter Kit!

That means when you become a demonstrator before 15 August*, you will start out with over $560 of Stampin' Up!'s high quality, one-of-a-kind stamping products and business supplies for just $299!

Don’t wait for this great offer to run out. I you are interested in becoming a Demonstrator, sign up now. Contact myself or Jenny & we will only be too happy to post you all the relevant information for you.

Spring Mini-Catalogue

Hopefully most of you have received your copy of the Spring Mini Catalogue. If not, simply email us your address details, and we will only be too happy to pop a free one in the mail for you. You'll also get a coupon for a Special Offer that we’re running during August!

Both Jenny & myself have been having lots of fun playing with our sets we’ve ordered on a Demonstrator pre-order (one of the many perks of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator!). It is just so quick to mount them, NO rubber trimming necessary!

My favourite set so far is "True Friend" on page 8. As usual I am finding it hard to go past the papers.

You can begin ordering from 1st August. It's also a popular time to have a workshop, so you and your friends can view the catalogue. August bookings are filling fast and have even started with September bookings. Contact us to book a date!

Please email me for a copy of the launch days and also the August Class Schedules!

Welcome

Welcome All!

I have just started to create this blog, so please bear with me while I sort myself out & everything else which goes along with setting up this baby!

A monthly & mid-month newsletter is emailed to my customers, so please let me know if you would like to be included on the mailing list. It is full of usefull information, tips, techniques, classes, etc.

As from Monday, we will be having a Card or Project for the Day. This has proved very popular with my customers & have had a great deal of positive feedback.

We all have stamps, etc but what to do with them and how to use them is sometimes beyond us. All we need is a couple of creative ideas & we are away - getting those creative jucies flowing!

If there is anything you would especially like to see, please let me know & I will only be too happy to try & cater for you.

Vicky