Stampin-Style

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends!

Paper Pumpkin for September 2024

Share your gratitude and celebrate the autumn season with the Autumn Abundance Paper Pumpkin Kit! This all-inclusive crafting kit features rich colors, copper foil details, and a whimsical, watercolored ephemera pack!

Click here to learn more about this subscription craft kit that could be the next package to be delivered to your door: https://www.paperpumpkin.com/

Paper Pumpkin August 2024

Stampin’ Up!dates for Sunday, August 18 2024

Here’s the place to check all the news that’s fit to print on everything Stampin’ Up!  I hope this helps you keep track of all the comings and goings this week!

Don’t miss out on Flash Sales, One Day Sales, and limited availability products.  TEXT your first name to 760-409-0986 (the same number as you’ll find at the top of my blog) and I’ll let you know when time sensitive money-saving sales like added Clearance items are announced.

Nothing new this week

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It’s time to redeem the coupons you earned last month!

I hope you saved your Coupon Codes form last months Bonus Days.  It’s time to use them. The coupon codes are valid for the whole month of August.  Each code is worth $5 towards all items in your shopping cart.  You can use one code…OR ALL OF THEM!  Each code can only be used once. Shop on!

Stock up on Designer Series Paper

From the 2024-25 Catalog

Beginning August 6 you can shop select Designer Series Paper from the 2024–2025 Annual Catalog at 15% off! It’s the perfect time to stock up and save on your favorite paper.

This sale runs 6–31 August. While there are no limits to order quantity, product is only available while supplies last. So, don’t wait as items sell out quickly.

 

Nothing new this week

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Nothing new this week

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Although this isn’t a Stampin’ Up! product, it sure makes using a Stampin’ Up! product, namely my Big Shot, much easier.  And if you use your Big Shot on a smooth surface, you’ll know what I mean.
I found this product at the Dollar Tree in the shelf liner section. Called Grip Liner, it’s available in a bunch of colors and for $1.25 for 12” x 72”. You could have a Big Shot stabilizer in every room…well, maybe not!  But it’s a great deal.  And it works!

Stampin’ Up!dates for Sunday, August 11, 2024

Here’s the place to check all the news that’s fit to print on everything Stampin’ Up!  I hope this helps you keep track of all the comings and goings this week!

Don’t miss out on Flash Sales, One Day Sales, and limited availability products.  TEXT your first name to 760-409-0986 (the same number as you’ll find at the top of my blog) and I’ll let you know when time sensitive money-saving sales like added Clearance items are announced.

Nothing new this week

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It’s time to redeem the coupons you earned last month!

I hope you saved your Coupon Codes form last months Bonus Days.  It’s time to use them. The coupon codes are valid for the whole month of August.  Each code is worth $5 towards all items in your shopping cart.  You can use one code…OR ALL OF THEM!  Each code can only be used once. Shop on!

Stock up on Designer Series Paper

From the 2024-25 Catalog

Beginning August 6 you can shop select Designer Series Paper from the 2024–2025 Annual Catalog at 15% off! It’s the perfect time to stock up and save on your favorite paper.

This sale runs 6–31 August. While there are no limits to order quantity, product is only available while supplies last. So, don’t wait as items sell out quickly.

Nothing new this week

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Nothing new this week

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Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder

I was wondering how many people were aware of this new feature with this new Hybrid Embossing Folder…

Double the creative possibilities with the Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder! The dies snap into the embossing folder; add your paper, run it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, and out come die-cut, embossed accents! You can also use the embossing folder without the dies for embossing large pieces or use the dies alone to cut out solid, flat leaves and labels.
* 1 embossing folder
* Embossing folder size: 6" x 6-1/4" (15.2 x 15.9 cm)
* 8 dies
* Largest die: 5-1/2" x 4-1/2" (14 x 11.4 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Stampin’ Up!dates for Sunday, August 4th 2024

Here’s the place to check all the news that’s fit to print on everything Stampin’ Up!  I hope this helps you keep track of all the comings and goings this week!

Don’t miss out on Flash Sales, One Day Sales, and limited availability products.  TEXT your first name to 760-409-0986 (the same number as you’ll find at the top of my blog) and I’ll let you know when time sensitive money-saving sales are announced.

When I first started with Stampin’ Up! 15 years ago, I was inspired by a birthday card I received from a colleague.  I thought no one sent cards anymore!  Most people rely on Facebook or messenger.  But I remember how amazed I was to receive a handmade card!  It’s like the gift AND the card rolled into one. How many of us have a stash of cards that sits in a box somewhere? Think about how many people’s lives could be brightened by giving or sending those cards to others. There’s a lot of enjoyment that comes from a handmade card with a handwritten note—they hold a special kind of meaning and significance. That’s why they are referred to as a “hug with a fold in it.”

Here are some tips to help you start sending those off:

• Aim for timely—notes sent right away have the most impact, but don’t let that stop you from sending that thank you, thinking of you, or birthday card. The message will be appreciated no matter what.
• Don’t overthink it—for many of us, when we’re unsure of what to say, we don’t say anything at all. Think of your message as a conversation and start writing. You’ll find your words.
• Keep it brief—you don’t have to write a long note, sometimes the shortest message has the biggest impact. The key is sincerity and simplicity.

So many people can benefit from a card—the maker, the giver, the receiver, the admirer, and so on. Friends tell me they NEVER throw my cards away.  One student told me she’s saved all of my Christmas cards to decorate during the Holidays. Don’t let your cards hide in a box, break them out and share that joy with those around you and beyond!

 

 

Beginning Tuesday, August 6 2024

Beginning August 6 you can shop select Designer Series Paper from the 2024–2025 Annual Catalog at 15% off! It’s the perfect time to stock up and save on your favorite paper.

This sale runs 6–31 August. While there are no limits to order quantity, product is only available while supplies last. So, don’t wait—start making your wish list now!

It’s time to redeem the coupons you earned last month!

I hope you saved your Coupon Codes form last months Bonus Days.  It’s time to use them. The coupon codes are valid for the whole month of August.  Each code is worth $5 towards all items in your shopping cart.  You can use one code…OR ALL OF THEM!  Each code can only be used once. Shop on!

Nothing new this week

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Nothing new this week

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Nothing new this week

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Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder

I was wondering how many people were aware of this new feature with this new Hybrid Embossing Folder…

Double the creative possibilities with the Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder! The dies snap into the embossing folder; add your paper, run it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, and out come die-cut, embossed accents! You can also use the embossing folder without the dies for embossing large pieces or use the dies alone to cut out solid, flat leaves and labels.
* 1 embossing folder
* Embossing folder size: 6" x 6-1/4" (15.2 x 15.9 cm)
* 8 dies
* Largest die: 5-1/2" x 4-1/2" (14 x 11.4 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Stampin’ Up!dates For Sunday, July 28, 2024

I used to do these updates weekly but it seemed as though I was struggling to come up with things.  But lately there are so many great things happening that I’m having difficult keeping track.  So I thought I’d start them up again.

Here’s the place to check all the news that’s fit to print on everything Stampin’ Up!  I hope this helps you keep track of all the comings and goings this week!

Don’t miss out on Flash Sales, One Day Sales, and limited availability products.  TEXT your first name to 760-409-0986 (the same number as you’ll find at the top of my blog) and I’ll let you know when time sensitive money-saving sales are announced.

Nothing new this week

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No current promotions

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BONUS DAYS ends 7/31

It’s time for one of our favorite promotions—BONUS DAYS! Because do you know what’s a great deal? Getting rewarded for all the crafting supplies you’re already going to buy! When you shop between 3–31 July and spend $50 USD | $60 CAD you will earn a $5 USD | $6 CAD coupon! Make sure you save all your coupons because you can redeem them (and we mean ALL of them) between 1–31 August. 

There’s no limit to how many coupons you can earn! So make sure you cash in because Bonus Days will be here and gone before you know it.

Nothing new here…

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July 2024 Paper Pumpkin

Little House on the TABLE

Growing up was a huge fan of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Her ‘Little House’ series of books was regular reading for me at the ripe old age of 8!  So as I was making this project, I couldn’t help but think of her books.

A good friend of mine’s daughter is getting married in July and he asked me to make a card for him to give her.  I was so flattered at his request I knew I had to make it WOW!

I started by creating a wedding card with a contemporary look.  All I can say is thank God for dies that cut out Designer Series Paper images.  I have always loved the Amazing Congratulations stamp set.  It’s one I’ve held onto over the years.

For the inside, I relied on the Pop On By die that creates an awesome pop up house.  I relied on the current Country Woods Designer Series Paper colored with the Dark Soft Sea Foam Blends marker to creat the house itself. As I final touch I added some flowers in the same colors as the flowers on the front of the card.  Along with a personalized sentiment on his suggestion, I created a pocket on the right to slide in a check.  I couldn’t have been more pleased!  

I hope you like it as much as he (and I) do.

Stampin’ Up! Color Palette

I’ve created, what I think is, a great Stampin’ Up! tool.  It’s created in the style of the paint palettes you get at paint stores. The colors are actual card stock samples of the full palette of Stampin’ Up! colors including the current In Color cards.  On the back are the item numbers for cardstock, ink pad, ink refill, and Blends if available. The are shipped with a scrapbook post to hold them together but I’ll also include a ring. They are $35 plus $3 shipping for the palettes. International shipping will be based on the actual shipping charge. If you’re interested in purchasing one, click the link below:

Stampin’ Up! Color Palette

The address attached to your PayPal account will be the shipping address. You can now pay PayPal invoices using Venmo, Pay Later, Apple Pay and credit and debit cards.

In the future I plan on offering a collection of the recently retired colors.  It will consist of the 10 colors from the 4 color families (Neutrals, Regals, Brights, Subtles) plus the Retired 2021-23 In Colors for a total of 3 color palette cards.  Further down the road, I will offer the retired In Colors from 2010 to 2020.

I hope you like them as much as I do.

Mike

Customers reactions:

“I just got mine in the mail! This is fabulous and the work that went into it is extraordinary! It’s worth so much more than $35! Thank you!!”  Sue Connell Jackson - demonstrator

“I have one and love, love it! Makes seeing all the colors and quickly matching up scraps a snap!”  Mary Fish - Demonstrator

“I received the stampin up color selector and it was in perfect condition. It is even better than the photos. I have left you 5 star all positive feedback but wanted to say an extra thank you for making such a great item available. I am ordering 2 more for friends who loved mine when they saw it. Thank you for working with me and being such a great eBay seller.” Mary - eBay customer

“Your color cards are excellent. Sometimes I just look at them to see if certain colors work together. I hope you can sell many of them. I have saved you as a seller in case you invent other great items. Good luck.”  - eBay customer

”I received the palette card and the extra pretty card stock. I use the palette card collection all of the time. It’s the best way I’ve found to search for and match colors. Thank you”Ellen - Elgin IL

“ I used to make my own color coach cards from the Stampin Up link but it uses more card stock ,it’s bulkier , and not as professional looking as your Palettes! Great 😊 work!” Dawn - Stoughton WI

    

More Sale-a-bration Products For Free!

February is the month that a second wave of Sale-a-bration products are released.  But in February you can choose from select products in the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  One especially great deal is the pack of 2023 New Core Colors Stampin’ Write Markers!  This is a real deal as they sell for $38.50 but they’re yours free with a $100 purchase.  I’m so glad I waited to buy them!  But you only have until February 29 to take advantage of all these goodies.  So “LEAP” into action and grab some free stuff! 

Stamp Review Crew - Snow Crystal

Stampin’ Up! O Holy Night Designer Series Paper 

It's the first Monday of the month (AND the first day and month of 2024) and that means it's time for the Stamp Review Crew’s Blog Hop.  We are a group of Stampin' UP! demonstrators sharing a ton of ideas focused on a single stamp set. This week we're featuring the Snow Crystal Background Stamp. You have likely come from Holly Krautkremer’s blog on your way through this amazing hop. If you get lost, simply click on the banner for a list of participants and get back on track.

I thought I’d kick off the New Year with an amazingly simple design that packs a lot of Snow punch!  I love background stamps that can be the focus of a card front!  All you need is the stamp, white embossing powder, and this gorgeous red Designer Series Paper.  But if you missed out on getting it, any solid color background will work perfectly.  Don’t you just love simplicity!?

      

Next stop on the Hop is Debra Burgin’s blog

where she'll wow you with her beautiful design skills.

Merry Christmas!

The First Day Of Winter!

Stampin’ Up! Above It All and Fragrant Forest

With this being the first day of winter, I’m sure many of you are planning ski vacations in the coming months. So I thought I take this opportunity to show you one of the cards we made in my card making class in November. You can’t do much better than fragrant forest for a background stamp. The detail is amazing! And of course who can resist an old-fashioned ski lift car. In Palm Springs we have a tram that goes from the valley floor to the mountains 8000 feet up. Although ours is a little bit more modern looking, the effect is the same! 

FREE SHIPPING…FREE SHIPPING…FREE SHIPPING!

Today only. I grabbed the wish list I created when the September - December Mini first came out.  I had a few items I didn’t get.  Designer Series Paper, Embellishments, and Specialty Papers are all in my cart.  

 

            

    

Christmas Magic

Stampin’ Up! Tartan Foil and Shop The Town

I love the combination of the Tartan Foil and Shop The Town stamp set.  There’s something about the plaid pattern and the house that just ticks off the right box for me.

I’m currently on a Danube Christmas Market Riverboat Cruise  we just left Nuremberg and are headed for Regansberg.  If you’re a Christmas person (and I am) hitting all the Christmas Chriskindle markets is an amazing experience. It’s the 4th time we done this. I’ve tried to attach some pics but the ship internet is too slow. I’ll post a bunch when I m back in the states.