Samples to share!

Here are some SUPER cute samples from my Dauber Diva sisters!! Thanks ladies!!
(the scalloped edge here was done with decorative scissors)

Don't mind my scary shadow over this cute card!

Paper and daisy punch are retired but still to cute!

New pick a petal stamp set and key tag punch!

Love the clip board idea! using the Round tab punch and the spiral punch! Cute!

Again thanks ladies for the great samples!

Tag, I'm it!

So Theresa has tagged me, I must take a break from my Open House work to Blog. So here are 7 random facts that you may not have know about me...

1. I have an obsesive love for page protectors and binders (Pam and I are soul mates) or all office supplies for that matter!

2. I have a 13 month daughter, Mia Nicole.

3. I always wanted to be a Zoologist.

4. I collect Lego's.

5. Dean Koontz is my favorite author. Along with Shel Silverstein and Sark (check her out, very art inspiring! http://www.planetsark.com/ )

6. I have 2 Boxers, Maggie and Sophie. And 2 cats Jordan and Chloe. And 1 turtle, Rosalita.

7. I hate wind and laundry. alot.

So there you have it, 7 random facts about me. Thanks Teresa I needed the break!

NEW FALL-WINTER COLLECTION CATALOG!!

IT'S HERE!!!

The new Fall-Winter Collection Catalog is seriously the best yet! I can not pick just one thing I love...

Let's see...

Picture corner punch!

Designer Series double sided paper!!

New textured paper!!

Rhinstone brads!!

Jumbo Eyelets!!

Crop-a-dile!!

Pretties Kit!!

New Ribbons!!

Stamin' Stack & store NEW!!

New Punch Box!!

Tons of New On Board, Chipboard, Art Journals, and Clipboards!!

New Accent's and elements tins (die cut stickers)

Scrappin Kits, new and CUTE!

I could go on and on!! LOVE IT!! Way to go Stampin' Up! You out did yourself again!

Not to mention the awesome Hostess Sets! and the hundreds of ideas. The idea's are really outside the box, more gifts, and scrapbooking, still alot of cute cards!!
Hope you enjoy them as much as I do!!

New Catalog Leak!

New catalog preview...can we say...Crop-O-Dile...

Clear Acrylic Stamp Info

So word on the street is...and this comes from Shelli Gardner (Stampin' Up! co-founder)

We are looking at making Clear Acrylic Stamps, BUT we will not switch over until we find one that meets Shelli's expectations. Which means it better be top quality!

I am glad SU! did not jump on the band wagon right away with the clear acrylics. I have heard over time from mounting and remounting the clear ones the image gets streached out and is not quite as clear.

I would love for the convience of Clear Acrylic Stamps but I am glad they are putting quality over jumping on it right now. I will keep you posted on what I hear!

Catalog Countdown!

Yes the 2007 Fall-Winter Collection Catalog has been shipped IN SOME AREA'S.

I have checked, like crazy, on my order shipment. As of right now they have shipped, I will keep you posted on what my date of delivery status is, check back often!

Retired List!! Updated 10:30pm Thursday 21st

Here is the retired accessories list! Read below for an explaination from Stampin' Up! on what is going on.

"As we bid a fond farewell to this year's retiring stamp sets, we also say goodbye to our retiring accessories. Products are usually discontinued based on current trends or lower product sales to make room for new and exciting products.


Discontinued accessories are available until June 30, or while supplies last.


Quantities are limited to stock on hand, so once they're gone, they're gone!" I will try to update this list daily, check this post. If you really want something let me know ASAP and have a backup item in mind just in case!

"Remember that this is the last chance to stock up on 2006-2007 In Color ink, card stock, and ribbon. These will for sure be discontinued.

Stamps and Stampin' Around wheels will be available through June 30.

In addition to discontinued items, many years we also have a number of items that are being offered in a different quantity or assortment in the upcoming catalog. This year, we're offering the following items differently in the Fall-Winter Collection 2007:

Select individual color packs of 12" x 12" card stock
Confetti White & Kraft Tiny Takeout boxes & tags
Select embossing powder colors
Select 1/4" grosgrain ribbon colors
Corner Rounder punch

These items appear on the retired list and will be retired in their current quantity or assortment, but you will be able to purchase these or similar items in a different configuration, quantity, or assortment in the Fall-Winter Collection 2007." Let me know if you have any questions or need anything! Can't wait to see the new 2007 Fall-Winter Collection Catalog!

http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/US_CA_retiredaccessories.pdf

2007 Fall/Winter Collection Announcement

I am very excited to say that I am putting in my order for the new 2007 Fall-Winter Collection Catalogs!

There are so many new things from the obvious new stamp sets, new ribbons, new Chipboard, new Simply Scrappin' Kits, new In Colors, new scrapbook papers, new accessories (can you say rhinstone brads?!?) Not to mention the hundreds of ideas and samples they have in there!

So if you would like your copy of the 2007 Fall/Winter Collection Catalog they are $7
If you would like one spiral bound the cost is $10 (this is optional, most of my customers love this, it makes it so much easier to flip through the Catalog.

They will be shipped out, and SHOULD be delivered to me by July 1st. I will get them spiral bound and to your door, ASAP!

Stampin' Up! and myself can not guarantee a date. That is up to UPS and the fact that the whole United States is getting them around the same time. So if you would like a copy of the new 2007 Fall/Winter Collection Catalog please email me and let me know how many copies you want and if you want Spiral bound or not. I can not wait to see it!!!

Check your mail!

I have a little more sneek peek at what is coming up in the new 2007 Fall/Winter Collection Catalog! I don't know what I am more excited about...

The new In Colors...

Wild Wasabi

PurelyPomegranate

Groovy Guava
Soft SkyBlue
Bayou River Rock
(I will get pictures soon!)

Or how about the new...

Clipboards!!

Clipboards are moving beyond being simply an easy way to keep track of lists. Our new On Board Clipboards allow you to showcase three separate items of interest, from grocery and to-do lists to photos, as shown on this adorable alternative to framed photographs. This creative approach allows you to showcase your stamping skills and your favorite photos at the same time. In seconds, you can switch out photos or post other important things you need to keep in sight. These darling clipboards make amazing gifts or personal projects.

How about the Boho West Line...

Can you say...Scallop Punch?!?

Just one of the many Simply Scrappin' Kit's and word is...Double sidded paper and textured paper in the new kits! I CAN NOT WAIT!!

So these are just a few sneek peeks I got to share with you, leave a comment on what you think below!

Patti's Party!

For anyone who attended Patti's Party (Say that 3 time real fast) it was a great success! Patti should be very proud, she received of her choice $50 in free merchandise from the Stampin' Up! 2006/2007 Catalog or Spring Mini Catalog. PLUS a free level 1 stamp set AND a free level 2 stamp set (pages 14-20)

If you ordered from that party the order will be in on Wednesday the 13th. For those of you coming to the "Household product technique class" I will have your stuff for you them. If not Patti will get everyone elses orders out to you.

Again great job Patti!! If any of you are interested in booking a party for the new 2007 Fall/Winter Collection Catalog, let me know!!

Show & Tell!

Here I am at my Stampin' Up! May meeting. This was a Stamp Camp meeting, where we make a project (many of you have done these projects!) So before the Stamp Camp portion of the meeting, we discuss new stuff, and do some WOW techniques. Pictured here is your fearless leader showing how to dye Dazzling Diamonds. Great technique, you can be sure to see it at a future Stamp Camp!

Check out the cute chipboard heart, with the dyed (Tempting Turquoise) Dazzling Diamonds, that Stampin' Up! shows on the chinese take out box! (above)

Palette O' Prints Idea

This card was way too cute! I snagged this picture at my monthly Stampin' Up! meeting last night!

Also used here is the Ribbon Originals (Sweet Shop page 234 in the 2006-2007 Catalog)
the So Saffron card stock, and the very cute stamp set Warm Words (page 177)

To cute! Enjoy!!

On there best behavior!!

Here is an example of how to be a good Creative Maniac student.

Necessary supplies and tools right in front of you.
Handy notebook (made in class) for taking notes on those great techniques taught in class!
Drink in case you get parched.
Great friend next to you, making sure you look great in your picture.

Not only all of that, but look at how creative you can be with a little adhesive and some ribbon, what a beautiful moustache!

It is truely great how all of you get along so well! I wouldn't have you any other way!! (Awww)

Color Me Happy!

Wednesday's Color Me Happy class, was a lot of fun! Everyone learned about different techniques on coloring ribbon. The "Wild about you" Giraffe card used the striping with markers technique and the "I just love you card" (Using the Double line doodles set, coming out in the new 2007 Fall/Winter Collection July 1st!) Uses a fraying technique with the ribbon. We also made a cute basket card (not pictured) using the 5 in1 envelope template.

Thanks again to everyone for a great night out with the girls. And Piper and Sue for bringing snacks to share! See you all in 2 weeks for the 3-D class!!

PREVIEW OF NEW CATALOG ONLINE!!!!

Here it is ladies! Check your mail boxes, but if you just can't wait, check out the new Preview for the upcoming Fall/Winter Collection on the link below! I LOVE the rhinstone brads!!!

Let me know what you think, leave a comment, click below!

http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/fallwinterpreview_07.pdf