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Monday, 22 November 2010

Good Morning! Fabulous Deal is UP!

You know me guys - I just had to sneak in here quick this morning and make sure that everyone got the BIG  news as soon as possible.

I'd normally put the whole PDF up on the blog but I can't use the snipit tool across the 4 pages like I normally would for one - so for now I'll just type the link in so you can have a peek.  I promise I'll fiddle with it to put the whole thing online upon my return.

Check this out - but grab a coffee first, you're gonna want to spend some time on this one!!  Check this out!!

Stampin' Up! Online Spectacular

To place your order visit My Demonstrator Website or give me a shout.

So we're off..  will check in with you all a little later tonight when we get settled in.  In the meantime, Happy Stamping!
 

Sunday, 21 November 2010

Online Spectacular Begins Tomorrow!!

Wouldn't it just figure... 


That the one day that I'm going to be away from my computer for a huge chunk of the day that SU would be announcing a big promotion!!   A promotion so big that even us Demos aren't getting all of the details until tomorrow...   we'll be on the road, but HQ ought to have the specials updated on our demo websites bright and early if you'd like to check there and I'll get in and share here just as soon as my fingers hit the keys tomorrow afternoon.  

Here's what I know so far..  

The Online spectacular will be a one week sale with discounts of up to 50% off!  

For a complete listing of discounted products - Check back tomorrow! 

You can order through my website at www.iscrapnstamp.stampinup.net and ship direct to you - or contact me directly (Facebook, e-mail, fax or phone) and I can place the order for your personally.  


Saturday, 20 November 2010

Quick and Easy Holiday Gift - Do YOU Sew?

Christmas tree coaster -- by Stampin' Up!


Project Difficulty:  A Step Up
Christmas tree coaster 
Need a last minute gift for a Christmas party or neighbor gift? No problem. With our Scallop Square Bigz Clear Die, Pennant Bigz XL Die, and our gorgeous Deck the Halls Designer Fabric, you’ll have everything you need to create fetching handmade gifts in no time, like our Christmas tree coasters perfect for using during the holiday season. Your friends and family will be delighted and flattered by your craftiness!
SUPPLIESREGULARQUANTITY
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine$132.95Qty:1
Linen Thread$5.95Qty:1
Early Espresso 5/8 Inch Grosgrain Ribbon$9.50Qty:1
Designer Buttons - Neutrals Collection$10.95Qty:1
Deck The Halls Designer Fabric$12.50Qty:1
Scallop Square Stampin' Up! Clear Bigz Die$29.95Qty:1
Pennant Stampin' Up! Bigz Xl Die$53.95Qty:1

Product Spotlight - Design A House - Show YOUR Style..

Our Design a House Decor Accent gives a fresh look on an old classic favorite.  Found on page 37 of the Holiday Mini Catalog - our decor accent is a timeless classic.  Our new holiday accent can stand alone or become part of your own holiday village.

Best of all, unlike the holiday houses of our childhood, this fabulous accent will not go stale but rather can be put away and saved for another year.

What will you make your house into?  Will it be a Haunted House? Santa's Workshop? a Gingerbread House of Paper? - Maybe even a Build a Bear Playhouse or children's playhouse.

Start with a blank canvas and make it your own showcasing your own personal style.

Have you made a house?  Feel free to post a comment and share a link so that we can all take a peek at your  holiday houses.

To order your own home, visit My Website to shop 24/7 at your leisure or contact me if you prefer more personal service.

Cheers!




Design A House Décor Accents - by Stampin' Up!
Design A House Décor Accents120911
Price$7.50
One look at our Design-a-House Décor Accents and we bet you’ll instantly have multiple ideas of how to decorate this charming little cottage for all kinds of holidays and occasions. Whether it’s haunted, looks like it’s made of gingerbread and candies, or dressed up as a centerpiece for a housewarming party, there are all kinds of ways to use this piece for adding a special touch of beauty to your home or a friend’s home. Let your imagination guide you in choosing from our many Designer Series papers and other accessories to adorn your little house.

■ Charming and versatile holiday décor item
■ Create a Christmas village, gingerbread house, haunted house, or Build-a-Bear Workshop® Playhouse
■ Finished house size approximately 6-1/4” x 6” x 5”
■ Embellish as much or as little as you like
■ White

Here are some Samples - Compliments of Stampin' Up! ~ I'd love to see YOUR designs.  Please leave me a comment with a link to your samples so that we can see what you came up with.




Project Difficulty:  Masterpiece
Design-a-Haunted House 
Create your very own haunt using the brand-new Décor Accents Design-a-House and other exciting products from the 2010 Holiday Mini Catalog and 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog .
SUPPLIESREGULARQUANTITY
Dark & Dreary$24.95Qty:1
Basic Black 8-1/2X11 Card Stock$8.50Qty:1
Cajun Craze 8-1/2X11 Card Stock$8.50Qty:1
Old Olive 8-1/2X11 Card Stock$8.50Qty:1
Rich Razzleberry 12X12 Card Stock$8.50Qty:1
Wicked Fun Specialty Designer Series Paper$14.95Qty:1
8-1/2X11 Vellum Paper$5.95Qty:1
Waffle Paper Assortment 2$12.25Qty:1
Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad$7.25Qty:1
Distressing Essentials$25.95Qty:1
Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker$4.50Qty:1
Versamarker$4.25Qty:1
Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz$6.25Qty:1
Galaxy Fine Stampin' Glitter$17.95Qty:1
Black Stampin' Emboss Powder$5.95Qty:1
Design A House Décor Accents$7.50Qty:1
Color Spritzer Tool$16.95Qty:1
Bitty Bat Punch$22.95Qty:1
Circle Scissor Plus$39.95Qty:1



GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Stamp Sets
  • Bells & Boughs
  • Welcome Christmas
Paper
  • Card stock: Confetti White, Always Artichoke Textured, Cherry Cobbler Textured, Early Espresso Textured
  • Deck the Halls Designer Series Paper
  • Newsprint Designer Series Paper
Ink
  • Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
  • Distressing Essentials
  • Frost White Shimmer Paint
Accessories
  • Champagne Glass Glitter
  • Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim
  • Always Artichoke 1/2" Seam Binding
  • Antique Brads
  • Neutrals Designer Buttons
  • Deck the Halls Big Designer Buttons
  • Décor Accents Design-a-House
  • Deck the Halls Designer Fabric
  • Pewter Jumbo Eyelets
  • Pearls Basic Jewels
  • Mini Vintage Tags
  • Vintage Trinkets
  • Stampin' Dimensionals
  • Curly Label Punch
  • Decorative Label Punch
  • Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
  • Big Shot
  • Merry Details Sizzlits Die
  • Cream crochet thread

SEASON'S GREETINGS HOUSE

Stamp Sets
  • Curly Cute
Paper
  • Card stock: Whisper White, Whisper White Textured
  • Candy Cane Christmas Designer Series Paper
Ink
  • Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Accessories
  • Champagne Glass Stampin' Glitter
  • Clear 1" Tinsel Trim
  • Candy Cane Rub-Ons
  • Stampin' Dimensionals
  • 1" Circle Punch
  • 1-3/8" Circle Punch
  • Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack
  • Wicked Fun Specialty Designer Paper


Friday, 19 November 2010

EM Ottawa Trade Show - Wow!

After experiencing my first trade show as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, my best description is WOW!  

I have to admit, I really had my doubts and reservations about putting out that kind of money for a table for a 3 hour window in which to get my name out there. I wasn't sure that the time frame would be long enough to see any real results and I worried that I might be flushing money that would never come back to me.  

I'd never been in Lago Restaurant before .. and let me tell you.. this place is amazing! Let me just say I'm glad that I'm not a window washer!  Everyone I spoke to was helpful and friendly, and the EM Ottawa team welcomed a newbie with open arms. 

I was given the opportunity to meet a number of new people and met some new and seasoned paper crafters as well.  Some made repeated trips back to my table and several wanted to buy my card tree and samples right there on the spot!  I hadn't counted on that!!  

I did two door prizes - one for the event, and one at my table.  The one for the Event included 4 hand stamped cards and envelopes, our Idea Book & Catalog, a holiday mini catalog, and a coupon for a free class. The prize at my table was a beginner kit that includes a SNAIL adhesive, bone folder, a coupon for a free class, as well as the Idea Book and Catalog, and a holiday mini catalog. 

The winner for the door prize at my table has been contacted by e-mail and I'm just waiting on a mailing address to go ahead and send her goodies off to her.  I would like to also offer a little something to each of the other entrants so will be sending out an e-mail tonight or tomorrow to request a mailing address.  To each that respond, I will send you a hand stamped greeting card for you to use as you please.  I'll even give you a choice of Christmas, Holiday, Birthday or All Occasion.  Please let me know which you'd like.  

Our Sale-a-Bration is coming up in January along with our Occasions Mini and I would love to send you a copy also as soon as they are out. Please e-mail me at iscrapnstamp@gmail.com with your current mailing address and I'll make sure you get one hot off the presses.

I promised that I'd share copies of the cards that I made for the door prizes.  We were pleased to see that the winner of our event door prize was a lady who'd been by talking stamps and punches a number of times and was planning on going home to dig out all of her retired catalogs and toys to see what she had as she hadn't visited them in a long time. I just love to see that kind of enthusiasm.  

Without further ado..  here are my cards - I hope you like them :)




Tuesday, 16 November 2010

Big Shot Letterpress Plates by Stampin' Up!



I've been referring to this time of year as Christmas card season a lot lately.  With Craft fairs, and trade shows galore and the mad rush beginning to find the *perfect* gift for everyone on your list as well as sending out Christmas cards - the hustle and bustle of the season can get a little harried.

Our letterpress plates were introduced in the holiday mini, and make a great addition to your card making supplies.

Let me know if you'd like to see these in person, and I'll put on the coffee..   :)

Monday, 15 November 2010

Feature Product - CANDY COUNTDOWN CALENDAR KIT...


It's the Happiest Season of All!



"With those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings when friends come to call . . ."  Be sure your house is ready when friends come to call!  This adorable Candy Countdown Calendar Kit is the perfect advent calendar!  It's easy to put together and provides you a little treat everyday as you get ready for Christmas. Your family and neighbors will love it!  Order now to have in time for December 1!
  • Custom advent boxes that you can fill with candy, trinkets, small gifts, or other small items.
  • Quick-fold boxes are customizable and easy to assemble.
  • String boxes together to create an advent calendar or use them individually for party favors and neighbor gifts.
  • Kit includes:
    • Red quick-fold boxes: 25 (3-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 1-7/8", widening to 2-1/8" x 2-5/8" at the top)
    • Printed, die-cut card stock sheets: 3 (8-1/2" x 11"; includes numbers 1–25)
    • Mini clothespins: 25 (1-1/2" long)
    • Red 12" ribbon: 25 pieces
    • Rope cord: 5 yards.
  • Adhesive is not included.
  • Coordinates with Baja Breeze, Blushing Bride, Garden Green, and Real Red
  • Embellish with Crochet Trim, Big Designer Buttons, Punches, Ribbon, Simply Adorned Baubles, Tinsel Trim for an extra punch!
Order from me personally or through my demonstrator website http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/iscrapnstamp/