Spring Has Sprung

Hello Stamping Friends,

Spring has sprung. Happy First day of Spring! Even if it is snowing like crazy here in NEPA. Another snow day for our school as well. I must say, I'm more than ready to see some blooming flowers around here. It will still be a while here though. Still a ton of snow on the ground and more coming as I type. Not exactly the best start to spring but I know it will get better. (It has to)

So instead of looking out the window and seeing some flowers popping up, I'm sharing some great blooming flowers with you here today. Since it is the first day of Spring the Sisters in Stamping selected flowers as the theme to kick off a new season.

There's even some lacy flowers on the background thanks to the awesome embossing folder. This card definitely says spring. Use a couple of punches and get some great blooming little flowers. The calypso coral really makes a popping statement for this card.

To make the tag for the card, I punched the leaves and stems from the bird punch. I cut the stem off at the leaves and attached that to the tag (some will be hanging off that you will need to cut off). I then cut the top and bottom leaves off of the leaf cluster and kept the two center leaves attached. I added them to different positions on each stem to make the flowers look more realistic. The flower is from the itty bitty accents punch pack. Perfect sized flower for the stem. And what makes the flower even better is the rhinestones for the center for each flower.

The little piece of designer paper adds the perfect finishing touch. It's punched using the dotted scallop ribbon border which makes it a little more fun. The stamp is colored with Stampin' Write markers so I could get the multi-color.

Don't forget to check out Sisters in Stamping for even more great projects to get ready for the start of spring. You won't be disappointed.

Also, there's just over a week left to Sale-a-bration, so don't let time get away from you and you miss the biggest sale of the year.

Product List

For Peeps' Sake Clear Stamp Set [138557] $17.95	Lovely Lace Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [133737] $7.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95	Angled Tag Topper Punch [133323] $22.95
Builder Bird Punch [117191] $16.95	Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack [133787] $16.95	Calypso Coral 3/4" Chevron Ribbon [130018] $8.95	Silver Baker's Twine [132976] $3.50
Handheld Stapler [139083] $9.95	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker [100082] $3.50	Calypso Coral Stampin' Write Marker [131902] $3.50	Wild Wasabi Stampin' Write Marker [120975] $3.50
Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments [119246] $4.95	Subtles Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack [130135] $21.95	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122925] $6.95	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953] $6.95
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Wild Wasabi 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [108641] $6.95	So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105118] $6.95	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $6.95
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $3.95	Paper Snips Scissors [103579] $9.95

March Stamping Classes; Register Today

March 2015  Classes

There’s only one month left to Sale-a-bration. That means only  one month left to get your favorite items from the Sale-a-bration  brochure for FREE. Host a private class and you can even earn more great products for FREE. I have a few dates left in March for you to host your own class.

As always, if you can’t make a class in person, you can always have the TO GO option. Just let me know.

Thursday, March 12, 2015  6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Stamp of the Month Class – $25.00 per person for the clear stamp set

 $30.00 per person for wood mount stamp set

This is a monthly class that features one stamp set that you will receive as part of the class fee. We will stamp 3 different cards and one 3-D project using the stamp of the month during the class.  All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive and some clear blocks, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class.

Stamp set this month: For Peep’s Sake (page 34 in the Occasions Catalog)

RSVP Deadline: Saturday, March 7, 2015 (when registering specify clear or wood mount.

Monday, March 16,  2015 at 6:30 PM

Intro to Project Life Class – FREE

I am looking for people interested in memory keeping (NOT scrapbooking) or any burned out scrapbookers who want to document their photos without draining time, energy and wallets. No creativity required!!! No gluing or cropping! It is so quick, easy, and very affordable. I'd LOVE to show you how you can create beautiful albums documenting your story without all of the time and energy of traditional scrapbooking!!!! If you would like to learn more about this AWESOME new way of memory keeping, contact me or drop by Monday evening between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm to check it out for yourself!! You will get to try it out yourself. Be sure to bring 6-8 pictures with you.

RSVP Deadline :Friday, March 13, 2015

Sunday, March 22, 2015  2:0 PM – 4:00 PM

BOGO EVENT  - $5.00 or FREE with a minimum purchase

You will be making two different make n takes using some great new Sale-abration items that have been released just for the month of March.  Plus all retired products will be Buy one, get one FREE. And what that really means is that for each retired product that you purchase you will get that amount in new catalog merchandise for FREE. Plus remember you can earn Sale-a-bration items for FREE with a qualifying Sale-a-bration order.(All materials for the class are included in the fee. You only need to bring your snail adhesive.

RSVP Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2015

 Thursday, March 26, 2015  6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Stamp a Stash – $20.00 or FREE with a minimum purchase

 Stamp a Stash is a great way to stock up on cards that you will need throughout the year. You make 12 cards in total (3 different cards, 4 of each) and envelopes are included. All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class. 

RSVP Deadline: Tuesday, March  24, 2014

Sunday, March 29, 2015  2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Berry Basket Class– $40.00 per person

 This class will features the great berry basket die that is in the Occasions catalog. We will be making 4 different projects using the berry basket die. And yes, we will be using in some non-traditional ways that you would normally think it would be used for.  All you need to bring with you is your own snail adhesive, all other supplies are included in the cost of the class. You will take the Berry Basket die home with you.

RSVP Deadline:Monday, March 23, 2015

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW; YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT

Saturday, April 25, 2015  10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Spring Stamping Retreat– $40.00 per person

Daleville United Methodist Church Rte 435, Daleville
(close to Bill’s Shop Rite, Kay’s Pizza)
This is an all day stamping retreat that you can bring whatever projects you are currently working on and stamp the day away with friends, old and new. Great time to get those cards and projects started that you have been thinking about. As part of the fee for the day you will get your own spot to work at all day, several make n takes, lunch, dessert, a goody bag for each person worth $15 in Stampin’ Up! product, chances for prizes, a lot of samples to inspire you, and there will be tables of retired product that you can purchase for a discounted price

 RSVP Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Let's Hear it for the Boys

Hello Stamping Friends,

Hope you are all well today. Here in the Yurkanin house we are battling something (well, Jonah and I are). I'm off to the doctor's with him for a second time this week. On Monday, they said he just had a cold. Well, it's now Friday and he's no better, so off we go.

But before I leave, I wanted to get this post out to you for this week's Fabulous Friday posting with the Sisters in Stamping. We decided on Masculine cards for this week. We all have great guys in our lives but often times we are left struggling while creating a great masculine card when we need them, right?  So hopefully, this week's cards will inspire you to go make a card for that special guy in your life.

This card I made for one of my Leadership swaps and used it in January's birthday card stamp a stash. It's a really quick and easy card to make for any "classic" guy. A quick run through the big shot, some crinkled paper, a couple of stamps and a blendabilities marker. That's about all there was to this one. Great card to make multiples of if you are making boxes filled with cards for gifts.

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping for more masculine card ideas.

Also, don't forget there is still one full month left to Sale-a-bration, so book your party now to get together with your friends, stamp and earn FREE Stampin' Up! goodies. That's FREE goodies to everyone. Ask me how!

Or, get the best deal yet, for $99 you can select $125 in product and any 2 Sale-a-bration items OR $125 in product and one stampin' kit found in the Occasions catalog. What are you waiting for, this is the best deal yet!

I'll be back later to post all the products I used to make this. Just running out of time before I need to run out the door to the doctor's appointment.

Celebrate With Me

Hello Stamping Friends,

 

I'm so excited to be sharing with you my celebration. Today, is  my Stampin' Up! anniversary. That's right, a mere 14 years ago, I joined the Stampin' Up! family (just for the discount, mind you). I honestly thought within a year I would give it up because I would have all that I wanted and wouldn't NEED anything else. Well, obviously, that didn't happen. I've met so many wonderful people from across the country all because of it. My life is enriched so much more because of my experiences as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.

I have wonderful new friends, both customers and demonstrators. I get to travel the country, sometimes even for absolutely FREE. I always learn the latest and greatest stamping techniques that I get to share with you. I have the opportunity to preorder new products before the general public (and that's always fun). Often, I get FREE new products. I earn a some extra income for my family, which I always call our "fun" money. I've achieved numerous different awards that Stampin' Up! has offered. All of this because of some stamps, ink and paper.

 

Fourteen years ago I never in my wildest dreams would have thought Stampin' Up! had the ability to change my life in the way that it did, but I am so grateful I took the chance. Just think, if I never took the bait, I wouldn't have met you. (insert sad face)

 

To help me celebrate this milestone, I am offering a special to you as a thank you for keeping me around all these years.

 

Place an order today, Saturday or Sunday to take advantage of this deal.

 

For any order $50 you will receive FREE SHIPPING (plus don't forget it's Sale-a-bration so you will get a FREE item from the Sale-a-bration brochure)

 

For an order over $100 you will receive a 15% discount (and 2 Sale-a-bration items)

 

For an order over $150 you will receive a 20% discount (and 3 Sale-a-bration items plus hostess benefits) (BEST DEAL)

 

However, if you want to enrich your life even more, consider becoming a demonstrator today. Whether you just want the discount on great products, to earn a little extra income, travel the country going to different Stampin' Up! events, or make a business from this papercrafting hobby, you won't be sorry you joined my team.

We have fun demo gatherings each and every month that you would be able to be a part of. You would get a discount every time you placed an order. You can preorder new products before anyone else. You're life will be changed for the better. I promise you. It's a great thing. 

All of that for only $99. Plus for that $99 you can select $125 in merchandise (anything you want) and either 2 FREE Sale-a-bration items or any kit you find in the Occasions catalog for FREE. That's a lot of goodies for $99 (plus tax) Even a sweeter deal than my offer if you purchase $150. Have questions, let me know. I'd love to share with you this wonderful experience.

 

Again, thank you for being a wonderful part of my Stampin' Up! journey. Can't wait to see what the next 14 years bring in this adventure.

 

Love

Hello Stamping Friends,

Happy Friday the 13th to you. On this day before Valentine's Day, we, at the Sisters in Stamping blog, are sharing with you some great last minute Valentine's cards and treats. So, if you are a last minute Nellie (like myself) you came to the right place for some great ideas.

This card is pretty simple but really gives a lot of punch for a pretty, elegant card that is great not just for Valentine's Day. This would be good for a wedding card, an anniversary card or just a card to say, I love you.

I used the Groovy Love stamp set and the awesome Stacked with Love Designer Series Paper Pack. Basic gray, pink pirourette and basic black make a pretty card.  I love the large polka dot embossed white piece. There is a heart punched out of the black designer paper so you can see some of the dots through that too.  I used the pink pirourette blendabilities to color the basic pearls.

Don't forget to visit Sisters in Stamping for more Valentine's ideas.

Product List

Groovy Love Clear-Mount Stamp Set [134246] $17.95	Sweetheart Punch [133786] $15.95	Blushing Bride 3/4" Chevron Ribbon [130013] $8.95	Stacked With Love Designer Series Paper Stack [137779] $6.95	Pink Pirouette Assortment Stampin' Blendabilities Markers [133625] $11.95
Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [133739] $7.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $5.95	Basic Gray 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121044] $6.95	Pink Pirouette Classic Stampin' Pad [126956] $5.95
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $6.95	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $3.95	Paper Snips Scissors [103579] $9.95	Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments [119247] $4.95

Love Me Some Big Shot

Hello Stamping Friends,

Brrr, baby it's cold outside! For those of you here in Northeast PA (NEPA) you already know that. I am okay with the two hour delay from school because of it though. It's nice to get up and relax a little bit before you have to run out the door for school. Plus, it still counts as a school day towards the 180 we need so that's a good thing. Try to stay warm. Bundle up if you're heading out. (That's my public service announcement for you)

It's Friday again and you all know what that means: Fabulous Friday with the Sisters in Stamping. This week we are sharing with you some projects made using new Big Shot items from the Occasions Catalog. And there's plenty of them for you. I think we can do this challenge a few weeks in a row without duplicating. I seriously don't know how I ever crafted without my Big Shot. I love, love, love it!

I decided to use the Thinlits treat bag and some framelits and the Hello You Thinlits. Yep, I couldn't just pick one to show you. Besides, look how well they all go together to make this adorable little birthday gift/treat bag! I have to say, I think this is one of the best seasonal catalogs we've had in awhile. I love so many of the products in it (What? You still don't have your own copy of it? Let me know and I'll get one to you)

Wouldn't you love to receive a little birthday gift  in this bag? Or give this to someone with a gift inside and watch their face be pleasantly surprised before even opening the contents just because of this adorable little gift bag?

I'll be doing a class on different ways to use this die (aka different things to make, not just a bag) soon so watch your calendar. You're not going to want to miss this one.

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping for more great ideas using new big shot items from the Occasions Catalog.

Product List

Crazy About You Photopolymer Bundle [138873] $42.25	Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies [137547] $39.95	Balloon Framelits Dies [137362] $16.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95	Birthday Bash Specialty Designer Series Paper [137783] $12.95
Calypso Coral Pompom Trim ` [137898] $5.95	Gold Baker's Twine [132975] $3.50	Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $3.95	Gold Stampin' Emboss Powder [109129] $4.95	Metallic Gold Encore Pad [132141] $9.95
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $6.95	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $3.95	Heat Tool [129053] $29.95