8 Cards for $10.00 – October 6th

Well it’s going to be a busy weekend for me! Tomorrow is Cait’s birthday. She is my best friend in the whole world (want to know that best part? I will always be the youngest by 4 days…Ha ha!) So we have dinner plans with her and some friends. Then it’s off to Toronto with Cait and Nancy (another fellow demo) for Stampinpalooza! It’s going to be a huge day! Make and takes, demos, swaps, and key note presenter Linda Hansen! If you don’t know who she is, she’s a fantastic lady from Stampin’ Up Headquarters! We are heading down on the Friday for a special demo event the night before!

My busy weekend doesn’t stop there… On Sunday, hopefully,  Cait and I will get some time to hang out for some joint birthday fun! Then Monday it’s MY BIRTHDAY!!!!  Be sure to check back for my super birthday special!

Then last but not least, it is the 8 for $10.00 on October 6th! I am very excited for this new type of class, and I have a full house! Anyone who was thinking about coming, and has not confirmed with me, please let me know! If I have 8 more people confirm then I am going to look into a room somewhere to fit us all! For now here is a sneak peek at one of the cards we will be making on Tuesday. Happy Stamping!

 

Post-it Note Purses

Some one asked me at the fair if I could post pictures of the cute little post-it purses that I taught in one of the classes. It was a busy class, I had so many people that I ran out of supplies!!! But not to worry, this project is quick and easy to recreate, you just need to pick up a pack of post-it! As a tip: look for sticky notes at the dollar store or in clearance bins at department stores, especially if you are going to make a bunch of them. Another option is to split a tall notepad into even chunks, these stacks can also be found at the dollar store! Its all about finding the best deals!!
They are very easy to change up for any occasion or season. The second one is made with a smaller chunk of a notepad. It is mounted on a chipboard coaster, which is covered in designer paper. Add some ribbon and some embellishments and it’s done!

Classes and Clubs…have YOU registered yet?

So I haven’t  been very good at posting over the last few days…I have been really busy cleaning up from the Fair and calling everyone who stopped by the booth! Classes and clubs are filling up, so if you were thinking about joining me at any of them be sure to register soon!! I have some fantastic projects planned so you don’t want to miss out!


Here is a sneak peek at some of the cards we will be making at some of the events!
      

      

Don’t worry… I use more colours then Eggplant and Olive!!!

Fall Classes, Kits, Clubs and More!

Here are the list of events that I will be holding for the fall months. If you have any questions about any of them, please give me a call or send me an email!

I will post links so you can register through Paypal over the next few days or you can contact me by phone or email.

Clearly Creative Monthly Social Clubs Start this Fall!

Would you like to get together with others who enjoy stamping, card making and scrapbooking? These are fun social clubs that last 8 sessions and at each session I will teach you different techniques and layouts that you can use in your stamping. At the social night, I will have everything prepped for you and your product ready. It’s a great way to meet other people in the area who share your hobby. In addition to learning new things you get lots of great products that you get to choose. I hope to see you soon!

Over 8 months, 8 club members will each place a $25 order. Each person will be a workshop hostess & will get freebies once during the 8 months! In addition, you will get a free stamp set, free shipping, a free catalogue and a bonus ink pad included with your hostess order. It's a great way to get hostess benefits without hosting a home workshop.

On a personal note: I have been in a social card club for nearly two years now. Even though I am a demonstrator and can order product myself, it is one of the best evenings I get each month. It is a fantastic opportunity to have one night that is just for you! I offer these clubs as a monthly occurrence simply because I know that families are busy and to include a few hours just for yourself doesn’t happen very often! It’s a great night out, great projects, and a great way to add some new items to your crafting!

Super Saver Hostess Club: Starts Wednesday October 7^th
We will meet the first Wednesday of each month, and I will treat you to three free projects! Includes cards and 3D items! Club begins October 7th.

Scrappin’ Happens Scrapbook Club: Starts Friday October 16^th
We will meet the third Friday of each month, and I will treat you to one gorgeous double 12x12 scrapbook layout and one single 12x12 scrapbook layout – all complete with fabulous stamps & accessories. Every layout will be filled with items like: designer paper, several layers, lots of accessories and will be suited to fit 4x4, 4x6, or 5x7 photos.


8 Cards for $10.00
Let's get together for a fun evening and make some cool cards! Make 2 each of 4 different cards. The best part is the cost - $10.00 in total! Set some time aside to get creative! Bring-a-friend-Bonus! If you bring a new friend with you to the event, someone I haven't met before, then you will get to DOUBLE the amount of cards you make! That’s 16 cards for $10.00!!

Tuesday October 6^th              7:00pm - 9:00pm             Register by October 2^nd
Tuesday November 3^rd          7:00pm- 9:00pm              Register by October 30^th
Tuesday December 1^st          7:00pm- 9:00pm              Register by November 22^nd
Sunday November 8^th      1:00pm-3:30pm OR 7:00pm - 9:30pm       Register by October 2^nd
Come make 8 Christmas Cards in this quick and fun class. There will be 4 quick and easy designs and you will make 2 of each card. Bring a friend and DOUBLE the amount of cards you make. Cost is $10.00 if paid in advance or $15.00 on the day of.


Stamp-a-Stack
Sunday October 11^th            1:00pm-3:30pm OR 7:00pm - 9:30pm
We will make 12 cards (3 designs, 4 each) featuring Birthday cards, thank you cards, Thanksgiving cards and more. Cost is $25.00 if paid in advance or $30.00 on the day of. Register by October 30^th, by phone or email.

Saturday October 24th        10:00am-12:00pm OR 1:00pm-3:00pm
Holiday Stamp-A-Stack Get a head start on your holiday cards. Join me to make 12 beautiful cards, 4 each of 3 different designs. Each card comes with a matching envelope. Cost is $25.00 if paid in advance or $30.00 on the day of. Register by October 18^th, by phone or email.

Sunday November 22^nd       10:00am-12:30pm OR 2:00pm-4:30pm
Last Chance Christmas Stamp-A-Stack Still haven’t made your Christmas cards yet? Well, help is here! There is still time to make some beautiful cards, 12 in total, 4 each of 3 different designs. Each card comes with a matching envelope. Cost is $25.00 if paid in advance or $30.00 on the day of. Register by November 10^th, by phone or email.


Classes
Rubber Stamping Basics and Technique Class
Thursday October 29^th                     7:45pm-10:00pm
Come make 6 fun cards. In this class you will learn the basics on how to make a card. In addition you will learn 6 different rubber stamping techniques - a great way to learn the versatility of rubber stamping. You will be able to customize the greeting on every card for any occasion. Cost is $25.00 if paid in advance or $30.00 on the day of. Register by contacting us prior to October 20^th by phone or email.

Introduction to Scrapbooking Class*
Friday November 13^th                      8:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and learn how to make two 12x12 matching layouts. I will teach the basics of colour, layout and journaling. You will learn how to use a stamp positioner. Keep your layouts and also the scrap-map. Class fee is $15.00 if paid in advance or $20.00 at the event and includes all pre-cut supplies. Register for this class prior to November 1^st. *A Focus on winter layouts.


Scrappin’ Happens Project of the Month
On the 1^st or each month I will announce a new project for the following month. Each kit will be a fantastic 3D item which will be pre-cut similar to any class or club. The kit will include instructions and all the supplies to complete the project.

Cost for each kit is $20.00, to be paid no later than the 20^th of the month. The actual kits will be shipped/delivered on the 2^nd of the month they are for. Local orders can be picked up or delivered. I will ship anywhere in Canada for a flat rate of 9.95 per kit.

Sneak Peak of the November 2009 Project of the Month
(I will officially announce it on my blog on October 1^st)

Scrapbook Gift Box (supplies to make 3 boxes)

Paint Chip Pretties

I was browsing around on the internet the other day; really I was bored and had nothing better to do… Anyways I came across this great idea! Matchbook notebooks, made out of Paint Chips! How awesome is that?

They were really easy, just got a pile of different paint chips from Rona, I tried to make sure they would coordinate with SU Inks. Then I chopped up some copy paper for the inside, I believe the measurements were 2.75 x 2.25. I trimmed the paint chip a little bit to make the paper fit right. For the front I just stamped an image that fits in a 1 1/4” circle punch. Tart and tangy is one of the best sets for that! I suppose you could embellish them a bit more, but I think they turned out really well. I’m going to put a few in my hostess bucket!

In the meantime, the fair is going really well! I can’t believe there is ONLY ONE DAY LEFT! That means only one day left to get my special coupon for 15% off your first order! 
I am so excited to be meeting tons of new people, and I look forward to see everyone at a club or stamp-a-stack soon! I will be posting the full list of upcoming classes and clubs soon, so be sure to keep stopping by or become a follower!

Starting on Monday, I'll be calling to follow up with everyone who indicated they wanted information on classes/workshops/parties/fundraisers/demo info. So you might be getting a call from me in the next few days!

The most exciting thing about tomorrow - we're going to be drawing a name out of our ballot box for the winner of our HUGE basket of prizes. There are 9 stamp sets, a pack of ribbon, 4 packages of Designer Series Papers, a package of 12x12 Rich Regals card stock and a Simply Scrappin kit - it's a fabulous prize and I'm excited to see who wins it!

Simple Snowflakes

Any one who stops by our booth at the Western Fair can get a special postcard entitling you to 15% off your order through me! The card is valid anytime this year, but I am only giving them out at the fair!


Remember the really pretty folded snowflake I made a while back? Well I was going to teach it at one of my classes at the fair, but after it took me 3 days and a lot of patience to make 10 for a 3-D swap I decided that it might be a little too intense… So I was left to come up with a new ornament! Here it is:



I cut out two snowflakes with the Big Shot die and sponged them with coordinating colours. I stuck them together with a dimensional to pop up out the front snowflake, then stuck a rhinestone brad through the two snowflakes and the dimensional. Instead of ribbon for the loop I used the new silver cord from the Holiday Mini. That’s it! Told you it was easy!!!

A Special Offer from Me!

Any one who stops by our booth at the Western Fair can get a special postcard entitling you to 15% off your order through me! The card is valid anytime this year, but I am only giving them out at the fair!


At the Western Fair today....
Our Stampin' Up! booth at the Canada Building is looking fabulous and I hope that you can pop by! Today Jazz and myself will be at the booth, you won’t want to miss our fun!!!

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  At 5:00am,I am teaching Tear it up with Stampin Up. A very easy elegant Christmas card. I have had several people ask how I made this one, so be sure to check it out!
  
  
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  At 7:00pm, I am teaching Decorative Snowflake Ornament. This is a quick and easy ornament featuring sponging and the Big Shot, and a little bling to top it off! 
   
  
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  At 8:00pm, Jazz is teaching How to use a Die Cut Machine. She has got a really cute card for us all to make, plus you will get to try out the Big Shot, our fantastic die cutting machine!
  

Don’t forget we have ballots for our HUGE WESTERN FAIR DOOR PRIZE! We are giving away a basket FULL of stamp sets, inks, scrapbooking kits, card stock, designer papers, ribbons and more - you definitely want to enter to win this loot!

Punch Art Friends

On the weekend Alesha taught a class at the fair featuring punch art animals. These great cards are perfect for party invitations or kids birthday cards. I know I mentioned to a few ladies at the booth yesterday that I would post a few pictures of the Sesame Street cards that I did up after the bear. But before that I would like to say that Cait, Meg and I made a successful batch of pickles on Saturday that we are very proud of!  With no experience in canning, Cait and I ventured out to Trails End to get some baby cucumbers and some jalapenos, and then headed to Meg’s kitchen.  It took us about 6 hours of cleaning, cutting, sterilizing and boiling but they look great! So now we have to wait for 3 weeks before we can see if they taste any good… The men are VERY excited to taste them!

Now on to the Sesame Street friends! I made these examples as cards but they could all very easily be made flat and incorporated into any scrapbook page. For the base of all of them I used the Scallop Circle Die. The rest of their features used a combination of punches and the circle cutter.

Three great classes today!

At the Western Fair today....
Our Stampin' Up! booth at the Canada Building is looking fabulous and I hope that you can pop by! Today the following people will be at the booth Kristine and Loretta.

• We have hundreds of card and layout samples for you to look at - bring a camera if you'd like and photograph the samples! Ask us how to make something and we'll be glad to show you.
• Get some Club and Class information from any of the demonstrators at the booth.
• We have a few demonstrator information sessions today - If you're interested in becoming a demo (either for the discount, to make cash, to get craft supplies at a cheaper price, or to enjoy the fun social aspect of teaching card making and scrapbooking) please stop by our booth. If you can make it to an info session GREAT and if not, we will have information packages for you to take.
• The demonstrator information session is 4:00pm.
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  We are teaching several fun and FREE classes today. If you want to know how to get a ticket to these free classes please go to our Stamp In London blog located here: http://stampinlondon.blogspot.com/. Here are a few samples:
  
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  At 5:00am, Kristine is teaching Old Time Handmade Christmas Cards. Traditional colours and a classy stamp set gives this project its “Old Time” feel.
  
  
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  At 7:00pm, Kristine is teaching Elegant Handcrafted Thank You Cards. This card is quick, easy, and is great for any occasion.
   
  
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  At 8:30pm, Kristine is teaching 12 x 12 Winter Layout. It’s true, that white stuff isn’t too far off! Get a head start on those “chilly” pages!
  

Don’t forget we have ballots for our HUGE WESTERN FAIR DOOR PRIZE! We are giving away a basket FULL of stamp sets, inks, scrapbooking kits, card stock, designer papers, ribbons and more - you definitely want to enter to win this loot!

Day Three: Great Classes to see!

At the Western Fair today....
Our Stampin' Up! booth at the Canada Building is looking fabulous and I hope that you can pop by! Today the following people will be at the booth Alesha, Nancy, Dani and Caitlyn.

• We have hundreds of card and layout samples for you to look at - bring a camera if you'd like and photograph the samples! Ask us how to make something and we'll be glad to show you.
• Get some Club and Class information from any of the demonstrators at the booth.
• We have a few demonstrator information sessions today - If you're interested in becoming a demo (either for the discount, to make cash, to get craft supplies at a cheaper price, or to enjoy the fun social aspect of teaching card making and scrapbooking) please stop by our booth. If you can make it to an info session GREAT and if not, we will have information packages for you to take.
• The demonstrator information sessions are at 1:00pm and 8:30pm.
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  We are teaching several fun and FREE classes today. If you want to know how to get a ticket to these free classes please go to our Stamp In London blog located here: http://stampinlondon.blogspot.com/. Here are a few samples:
  
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  At 11:30am, Alesha is teaching Simple Halloween Treat Favours. She will show you how to have the best Halloween treats on the block! You will get to take home two fantastic projects!
  
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  At 2:00pm, Alesha is teaching Great Projects featuring Dry Embossing. This project will allow you to try out the Big Shot, and use the new embossing folders.
  
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  At 5:00pm, Dani (ME) is teaching Simple Holiday Gift Tags. Handmade gift tags are a great personal touch to any gift! Come and make a few for the holidays, with a matching little box to put them in!
  
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  At 7:00pm, Caitlyn is Popping Pastels in the Rubber Stamp Technique Class. You will make a great card featuring the new Medallion stamp, plus learn a great way to use your pastels!

Don’t forget we have ballots for our HUGE WESTERN FAIR DOOR PRIZE! We are giving away a basket FULL of stamp sets, inks, scrapbooking kits, card stock, designer papers, ribbons and more - you definitely want to enter to win this loot!

Day One, was so much fun!

Well we made it through day one of the fair!! Jazz (another demo) and I were in charge from 11 till 3 and we had a riot. I just love Jazz, she is so funny, and we had so much fun! It definitely made the day fly by!The best part is we are working together 2 more days at the fair together, so you should really come and see us!

There were some great classes yesterday: a little set of note cards, a great card with decorative scoring, and a really cute birthday card with the Big Shot.

We have a huge basket of loot to raffle off too, so be sure to get your ballot in. PLUS, if you attend a FREE class you also get a bonus ballot to put in the draw!

Beautiful Beginner Birthday Cards

Well this week is flying by! Preparations for the Western Fair are in full swing, Kristine and I popped over to Alesha’s today to help her prep some of her classes and get some flyers stamped…lots of flyers…more flyers then I ever want to see again…Right Kristine? LOL. Its a relief to know I only have one class left to prep for, its been a tough one too! But I have finally decided on a design and I’m pretty sure it’s going to look great! Don’t worry, I’ll post it when I’m done!


In the meantime, here is the card I am teaching for the Beginner Birthday Card Class on September 17th. I’ve had Crazy for Cupcakes for a while but I have never used the balloon, so when I saw this card I knew I had to make it! The original design was from a stamp-a-stack that Kristine did a while back, and it’s the first time anyone has cased one of her cards! She was so flattered that I liked it so much. So if you are like me and love this card, be sure to leave your comments. Let’s show Kristine some love!For these ones I used Pink Flamingo DSP and coordinating cardstock. Then I added the colour to the balloons with my pastels. Et Voila! Beautiful Beginner Birthday Card! Of course I had to make extras for myself, I think I’ll give one to my close friend for his birthday today!



I apologize if the pictures are not great, I always end up trying to take pictures at night, with horrible lighting and as you can see, Axel was in the spot with the best light… So after we established that the cards were not toys or food…he actually bit the card and now I have teeth holes in one of them…we compromised and shared the spot…   ENJOY!
 
        

More Classes to check out at the Fair!!

 Here a just a few more classes to check out at the Western Fair:



How the make an Easy Birthday Invitation
Saturday September 19th@ 7:00pm, taught by Kristine
You’re invited!! Join Kristine to make this neat birthday invitation. The outside is a pocket that the invitation fits in!




Fabulous Set of Note Cards
Friday September 11th @ 1:00pm, taught by Dani
In this class will make a cute set of six note cards. The colours used are the 6 brand new in-colours, available only for the 2009-2010 Catalogue. You won’t want to miss such great sampling of these new colours!






“Thinking of You” Handmade Card Class
Thursday September 17th @ 2:00pm, taught by Dani
Join Dani to make this very classy card, suitable for any occasion. We will “branch out” and stamp on the red, instead of traditional white.

 
Post-it Note Purses
Thursday September 17th @ 4:00pm, taught by Dani
Everyone loves post-its! Just a new cute way to make them into a great little thank you gift for someone special, or for yourself! We will use a two-step stamping technique to finish the butterfly.








Old Time Handmade Christmas Cards
Monday September 14th @ 4:00pm, taught by Kristine
Join Kristine to make this very tradition Christmas card. You will learn to sponge the edges to create an old fashioned look.




Fun and Easy Invitations
Sunday September 20th @ 2:00pm, taught by Dani
Join Dani to make these super summery invitations. The different colours and flavours are endless! These invitations be great for birthday’s or summer barbeques!!






Elegant Hand Crafted Thank You Card
Monday September 14th @ 7:00pm, taught by Kristine
Join Kristine to make this simple yet elegant Thank You card. The black and white makes this card great for any occasion.

Check it out: Krafty Christmas Cards

This is the card that we will be making during the Krafty Christmas Card class on

Friday September 18th @ 12:pm.

(please check the full class listing a few posts down for complete details)

At this class we will use the Sizzix Big Shot to create the texture on the left side of the card. By adding a little ribbon and some colour to Rudolph's nose, we will complete this adorable and simple card.
 
If you are not able to attend the class, but would like to still make this card, please contact Danielle either by email or phone. I will gladly teach it at a workshop or mini class!
 
If you would like to purchase the supplies to recreate this card on your own, you can order them directly through me OR by clicking here to shop online.
 
Supplies used for this card:

Stamps: Sparkly and Bright Stamp Set (115346)
Cardstock: Kraft (102125), Very Vanilla (101650), Chocolate Chip (102128)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad (100908), Real Red Stampin’ Write (100052)
Accessories: Real Red 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon (109052), Scallop Circle Punch (109043), Textured Impressions Folder Petals-A-Plenty (116824, mini catalogue)

Check it out: Tear it up with Stampin’ Up!

This is the card that we will be making during the Tear it up with Stampin’ Up! class on

Tuesday September 15th @ 5:00pm.

(please check the full class listing a few posts down for complete details)

At this class we will use the tearing technique to create dimension and detail to this card. We will also use the a technique called “stamping off” to create the trees in the background. We will add a little sponging and some dazzling diamonds glitter to complete this fabulous and elegant card.
 
I have had several people ask about the supplies needed to create this card, and as well for me to teach it. If you are not able to attend the class, but would like to still make this card, please contact Danielle either by email or phone. I will gladly teach it at a workshop or mini class! 
 
If you would like to purchase the supplies to recreate this card on your own, you can order them directly through me OR by clicking here to shop online.
 
Supplies used for this card:

Stamps: Lovely as a Tree (115026), Warm Words (115108)
Cardstock: Whisper White (100730), Perfect Plum (101889)
Ink: Elegant Eggplant (105126)
Accessories: Dazzling Diamonds glitter

Sweet Rewards Promotion

Dates: September 1-November 30, 2009

Promotion Details:
We are excited to bring you this sweet deal for hostesses September through November:

• Host a workshop totalling $330 or more and choose any one item* from the 2009 Holiday Mini Catalogue for only $14! *Offer excludes hostess sets and My Digital Studio.

October 1, when My Digital Studio is released to customers, this offer will become even sweeter:

• Host a workshop of at least $525 and get My Digital Studio for 50 percent off the retail price (retail price: $106.95; promotional price: $53.47)!* *Since My Digital Studio is not available in Quebec, hostesses can choose to purchase a Loads of Love/Loads of Fun stamp bundle at 50% off. Hostesses may choose one of the following in place of My Digital Studio:

                                                                                                                                                   
We are thrilled to bring you this very exciting hostess promotion. In fact, we would love to make sure that you get great rewards at your workshop! Let's start planning your Holiday Mini workshops today - give one of us a call and we can set aside some time to have a party at your place or ours!

It’s here! The Holiday Mini!

Yes, it is finally available for everyone’s eyes to see! This year’s holiday mini is HUGE! By huge I mean 40 pages of brand new stamp sets, wheels, ribbon, paper, rub-ons, dies and more! There are even new hostess sets! This mini focuses on the upcoming seasons and holidays, so it includes Fall, Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas!
If you have not yet  got one, and would like one please email me and I will get one out to you right away!!


Something very new and exciting to Stampin’ Up is included in this mini… Build-a-Bear! Stampin’ Up has teamed up with the Build-a-Bear Workshop to bring you an exciting and EXCLUSIVE collection of stamps, Sizzix dies, and designer paper! Don’t worry, I will get some samples up very soon of  these absolutely adorable guys!


There is also a sneak peek at Stampin’ Up’s new digital scrapbooking software. The mini shows a few samples of what it will be able to do. The software will be available later this fall. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, you should definitely check out the great hostess promotion available until the end of November. You could get the software for 50% off!!!!