CD Folder Card

Patty Bennett…who is an amazing person and always has wonderful ideas!!…showed this CD folder card on her blog first. Grandparent’s Day is September 7th and I thought it would be a terrific way to wrap up all of my Mother’s grandchildren…and of course the great-grandbaby. Now, Ms. Megan (Bailey’s mom) - if you would have your picture TAKEN instead of TAKING all of the pictures…you too could be in this book!

Super easy to do! Want to learn how? Plenty of those CD Folders over here - call any time!!

Pizza Box Card

Frances W in Raleigh, NC was looking for measurements for a Pizza Box. Allison B was kind enough to post them to our online group for NC Demos and I thought it looked really interesting. Then, as luck would have it, MJ Albright came up with the idea of a card on a box…so they wouldn’t separate and get lost…so I thought….hmmmm….and came up with this:

Personally, I think it is really cute and it a very nice size for chocolate or any small gift. The box sized finished is 4″ x 4″ and has a height of 1″.

The box itself was super easy to make. First, score a 6″ x 11″ piece of cs stock sideways at 1″ - 5″ - 6″ - 10″.

Turn 90 degrees and score at 1″ - 5″ - *A quick note here…a fellow NCDemo, Sharon M gave me a great hint when scoring your paper. Before pulling down to score the paper, at the top, score up then down and you avoid “snagging” your paper.

Once you’ve scored your paper, cut the score lines of the 1″ - 5″ - 6″ - 10″ to the 1″ mark on each side.

To finish my box, which I did in whisper white, I folded a 4″ x8″ piece of SU’s new In Color Pacific Point in half and adhered to the top of the box and layered that with a piece of 3 3/4″ square of whisper white. I stamped three lovely butterflies from the Priceless set as well as one heart from Priceless on whisper white and punched out with the scallop punch then adhered those to 1 3/4″ squares of Pacific Point.

PS: Those cute little pearl and diamond accents? *Sigh* - Walmart….

Have you thought about becoming a SU! demo?

There is no better time than NOW! 

Have you ever thought that you love Stampin’ Up so much that you’d love to get an automatic discount on everything you buy for yourself? Not to mention the chance to grow this into a business that can bring in extra income (or even replace your whole income), take your family on wonderful trips — and just connect you to awesome creative ideas on our exclusive demonstrator website. It’s your chance to sign up for just $99!

There are three special $99 starter kits designed for people who already own a lot of SU supplies — they’re aimed at stamping, scrapbooking or home decor. And in addition to some creative toys, they include all the catalogs, order forms and training tools you need to get started.

Plus our regular $199 Starter Kit, which includes even more stamping supplies, also includes a great special offer right now. You can choose ANY stamp set, of ANY value from a current SU catalog along with your kit.  That includes the awesome Define Your Life set!

In addition, once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive a 30% discount on your very first order!  Call or email me and let’s get started!!

stampitup@gmail.com

New Catalog Released August 11!

Monday was the first day that orders could be placed from the NEW Stampin’ Up Catalog.  Every issue gets better and better!  This idea book & catalog has helpful techniques throughout and if Nature and Flowers are your thing (because it is MINE!!) then you absolutely MUST have this issue!

Once you’ve downloaded the new catalog HERE and you’ve seen all of the awesome things we have to offer this time around, call or email me for YOUR personal copy!

Good News Just Keeps Coming!

From August 11 through September 30, Stampin’ Up! is providing never-before-seen savings on brand-new stamp sets: 15% off select new, die-cut stamp sets from the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog–no additional purchase necessary. Select items are listed in the table below:

Q: Is there a minimum purchase required to get the stamp sets at 15 percent off?
A: No. You can enjoy 15 percent savings on the selection of stamp sets with no other purchase necessary.

Q: Is there a limit to the number of stamp sets that I can buy at 15 percent off?
A: No. You can buy as many of the select stamps as you’d like at 15 percent off.

OMG…The news just gets better and better! Sizzix and SU! team up!

Wow! Stampin’ Up! just wrapped up Convention 2008; what a fabulous experience! Stampin’ Up! officially kicked off our 20th anniversary year with thousands of demonstrators celebrating this milestone. I, unfortunately was not one of them…but the news that has been spread from Salt Lake City has been awesome!

Click here for the Big Shot Die Cut Machine Brochure!! 

Stampin’ Up! just announced that they will be offering the Sizzix Big Shot ($99.95) and exclusive Stampin’ Up! dies (prices vary) for customers beginning September 2. This powerful gizmo (and 6-time winner of Creating Keepsakes Reader’s Choice Award) manually die cuts, embosses, cuts through card stock, Stampin’ Up!’s designer series paper, plastic, chipboard and fabric (think pillow appliqués, quilting and clothing décor) and even pops out boxes and scalloped envelope templates with perfect fold (scored) lines in place (using the crease pad). How cool is that??

There are special dies called Bigz that can cut through up to 8 layers of card stock (think of the time savings for mass producing invitations, gifts). Most importantly for those of you who already have a die cut machine , it works with most other dies and embossing folders, including Cuttlebug’s versions–and Nestabilities. Stay tuned for more details, sneak peek pictures and ideas. The machine, exclusive die cuts for Stampin’ Up! (plus an offering of specially selected Sizzix dies) are making my heart go pitter pat and will all be available to order on September 2

More Sneak Peaks from SU!

Patty Bennett (awesome lady!!) was kind enough to share a few sneak peaks at upcoming products in the new catalog from convention in Salt Lake City - Sales begin August 11!!

I LOVE the stamp set Upsy Daisy…and if I’m not mistaken, I do believe that this set will coordinate with the new punch #1 below…I think…. and check out the new VANILLA HODGEPODGE HARDWARE!!!

Sneak Peak at SU!’s New Punches

I admit it: I’m a punch junkie. LOVE me some punches - and SU! has four new punches that are on my “Gotta Have It!” list!

Are you as excited as I am???? We NEED the new oval (#2) and the larger circle punch (#3) and I can’t wait to play with the scallop square (#4) (faux postage may be revived!!) - but the first punch has a stamp set to match it that is AWESOME!!

More to come…..

Dreams du Jour Cards & Box Set

The best things in life grow out of our dreams don’t they? Why not encourage someone to follow their own dreams when you send them one of these beautiful and inspiring cards featuring Stampin’ Up!’s new “in colors”, the Dreams du Jour stamp set and Bella Rose designer paper. In this class you’ll create these four cards, and a custom-designed box to hold them in. This card set also makes a wonderful gift for a friend or special someone!

Date: August 23, 2008
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Cost: Class Only - $15.00
Class with Dream du Jour Stamp set - $35.00
Location: Becky’s House

This class is also available under Your Class is in the Mail!

Please email me to sign up for this class: stampitup@gmail.com - especially if you want to order the stamp set so I can preorder and have it for you at the class.

Supply List

• Stamps: Dreams du Jour
• Inks: Black Staz On, Close to Cocoa, Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Kiwi Kiss Classic inks
• Paper: Bella Rose DP, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, Riding Hood red, Pink Pirouette CS, Medium Whisper White envelopes
• Accessories: Tombow multi-purpose adhesive, Snail adhesive, 2-way glue pen, Chocolate wide grosgrain ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Scallop Edge punch, 3/16” corner rounder punch, 1/8” handheld punch, 1 3/8” square punch, key tag punch, 1/16” handheld punch, paper snips, blender pen, Stampin’ Sponges, Stamp-a-ma-jig (optional), Stampin’ Scrub, Stampin’ Mist, Staz On Cleaner, Paper Trimmer & Scoring Blade, bone folder, 2 paper clips, pencil & ruler.

Time is Running Out….

 The Retiring Stamp Set list for the Spring/Summer 2008 Stampin’ Up! Catalog is here!!

CHECK IT OUT HERE!

Which set will YOU miss the most??

Don’t delay, email me with your order today - stampitup@gmail.com   Special from Becky Campbell only:  Order 3 retiring sets and get the 4th one at 1/2 OFF!  (4th set at equal or lesser value).  Offer Expires August 8, 2008.