Whew! Does it feel like autumn where you are? It sure doesn’t here in Simi Valley – 104 degrees today – yikes!! Oh well, forget the weather – let’s talk stamping!!
News from the Home Office: Designer Series Paper Sale!!
That’s right – once again select Designer Series Papers are 15% off for the month of October! Many of the same papers being used in this month’s card kits and in the past few kits. So…now is the time to stock up on your favorites!!
Item 152495 Artistry Blooms DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153489 Tis The Season DSP NOW $9.78
Item 152492 Forever Greenery DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153487 Poinsettia Place DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153491 Trimming The Town DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153527 Plaid Tidings DSP NOW $9.78
Item 150432 Toile Tidings DSP NOW $9.78
Item 152483 Peony Garden DSP NOW $9.78
Item 152460 Whale of a Time DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153492 Heartwarming Hugs DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153517 Magic In This Night DSP NOW $9.78
Item 153512 Snowflake Splendor DSP NOW $9.78
Item 152494 In Good Taste DSP NOW $17.85
Item 152490 Playing With Patterns DSP NOW $9.78
Item 152489 Playful Pets DSP NOW $9.78
Let’s Zoom!!
Our next Zoom session will be…
Saturday, October 10 at 6:30 p.m.
I will send out a Zoom link next the week (so check your email) to my club members and regular class attendees. If you would like to join us and are not sure whether you would be sent the link, email me and I’ll make sure you get an invite.
October Card Kits
Once again, I have 2 different kits for Club Members/Merchandise Buyers. The first kit includes fall, Christmas, and a general card and the second kit is solely Christmas. Pick your favorite! I know - decisions, decisions!!
DIY Card Kit #1 for October (aka Club Members or those who wish to purchase merchandise)
This Kit features the Arrange A Wreath Bundle – Item #152587 (page 127 of the Annual Catalog). I like this wreath bundle; it is so versatile, as you’ll see below! Should you choose to purchase this bundle, these are the cards you’ll be able to make with your FREE kit…
The third card is also using the Wreath Builder Dies. This is CASE’d from Rosanne Mulhern. Just stamp and die cut the wreath, then cut it in half to make it appear oval. Slick, huh?!
The final card, my creation, is a Christmas card. I love this card. So simple, so serene and an easy card for making multiples.
Pricing for Card Kit #1 (includes: instructions sent via email, pre-cut pieces that cannot be done with the Wreath Builder Dies, and embellishments/ribbon – no stamped sentiments are included).
FREE to anyone who purchases the Love of Leaves Bundle and is picking up from here or $7.50 if mailing
FREE: a quarter pack (12 - 6 X 6 sheets) of In Good Taste Designer Series Paper (shown on pages 123 and 148 of the Annual Catalog)
BONUS CARDS for Kit #1:
I was on a roll when working with the wreath builder, so I have a few “extra” cards to offer you…
Additional Card #1 is a “Book Fold” card using the Evergreen Forest Embossing Folder (page 35 of the August-December Mini Catalog) along with the Wreath Builder Dies. What a lovely Christmas card.
Additional Card #2 makes a beautiful wedding card, anniversary card or get well card. This was CASE’d from Lori Pinto. I love how she paired Smoky Slate and Pool Party to make such a soft design.
Additional Card #3 was inspired by Christine Blain. It uses the In Good Taste DSP (on the top) and a non-Stampin’ Up! polka-dotted paper on the bottom.
Pricing for the Additional Cards: (includes: instructions sent via email, pre-cut pieces that cannot be done with the Wreath Builder Dies, and embellishments/ribbon) $5.00 each
For more card inspiration using the Wreath Builder Dies, see Card Kit #3 below.
One last idea using the Wreath Builder Dies…
How about a 4 Seasons Home Décor item? I made a wreath for each season and added the scripture from Ecclesiastes, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.”
DIY Card Kit #2 for October (aka Club Members or those who wish to purchase merchandise)
The second Card Kit features the Poinsettia Petals Bundle – Item #155148 (page 16 of the August-December Mini Catalog). Love these poinsettias!! Should you choose to purchase this bundle, below are the cards you will make with your FREE kit…
Pricing for Card Kit #2 (includes: instructions sent via email, pre-cut pieces that cannot be done with the Poinsettia Dies, and embellishments/ribbons).
FREE: a half pack (12 sheets) of Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper (shown on page 15 of the August-December Mini Catalog)
BONUS CARD for Kit #2:
I wanted to see how the Plush Poinsettia Specialty Paper would look on a slimline card, so…here is another non-traditional Christmas card.
Isn’t this lovely?!!
Pricing for the Additional Card: (includes: instructions sent via email, pre-cut pieces that cannot be done with the Poinsettia Dies, and embellishments) $5.00 each
Some Assembly Required Kit #3 (aka SAR kit)
This 4-card kit will be stamped with NON-STAMPIN’ UP! PRODUCTS, but are similar to the cards in Card Kit 1 above.
The wreath was die-cut, adhered to the background and run through an embossing folder. Inside Message: for everything
I like the Gorgeous Grape and Old Olive combination! How about this one for a birthday, get well, or thinking of you? Inside Message: love you
When you are down
I wish you joy.
When you are troubled
I wish you peace.
When things are complicated
I wish you simple beauty.
When things are chaotic
I wish you inner silence.
When things look empty
I wish you hope.
FREE to anyone who places a Stampin’ Up! merchandise order of at least $25.00. This also includes Club Members who do not purchase the Arrange a Wreath or Poinsettia Petals Bundle.
$20.00 if no order is placed and is picked up
$27.50 if no order is placed and is mailed
Club Members: you may purchase Kit #3 for the above prices in addition to receiving Kit #1 or Kit #2
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ALL ORDERS FOR PRODUCT AND CARD KITS MUST BE PLACED BY OCTOBER 11.
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Zoom Card Class.
I have been “toying” with the idea of trying to have a Zoom card class, so, this is how I see it working...
1. Once I receive the merchandise from Stampin’ Up! for the orders placed, I will send an email letting you know that it is ready for pick up. I will also schedule 3 separate Zoom meetings for approximately one week later (specific times/dates will be given) – 1 class for Card Kit #1, 1 class for Card Kit #2 and 1 class for Card Kit #3.
2. Invitations to join these Zoom classes will be for only those who purchased that corresponding card kit – i.e. you purchase Card Kit #1 and you get invited to Zoom Card Class #1.
3. I will choose 1 card for us to make during the Zoom Class and will email everyone which card it will be, the instructions for that card, a list of supplies to have on hand in addition to the products you receive from me, and the Zoom link.
4. Everyone logs on at the appointed time and we make the card. I will also answer any questions you may have and give additional tips/suggestions as needed.
5. So...what do you think? If this works out for all involved, we may try doing this again the following month.
Surprise Coming in December!!!!
I also have a fun idea for all of us in December – make sure you check back next month to see what I have up my sleeve😊!!!
Christmas Cards
And finally…Christmas Cards for October. Both cards will be the assemble-only type meaning everything that requires die cutting, punching, stamping, etc. will be provided for you. Instructions for assembly will be emailed. You will need to provide all adhesives. Additional tools required may be a paper cutter and scissorsCard #1:
Card #2:
This card
is great card for Christmas or Hannukah (if you do not
include the inside message). I used The Snowflake Splendor
Designer Series Paper and an embossing folder for the
background.
Inside Message: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Other important information:
1. A maximum of 3 sets of each card may be ordered.
2. Background papers and sentiments may vary from what is shown in the photos.Orders for these kits will be taken until October 11
That's it for this month. Thanks for stopping by…until next time, stay safe.
