Inkheaven: March 2014

Monday, March 24, 2014

Sale-A-Brate and Earn a Big Shot at 50% Off!

Earn a Big Shot at 50% Off

Catalog Tour - Sale-A-Brate Suite

Stampin’ Up! gives you a wonderful reason to celebrate winter. Sale-A-Bration is a promotion that will have you filled with ideas and stamping up your own storm. The promotions from January 28-March 31 are not to be missed. There are great incentives to those that have been wanting to host a party or become a demonstrator. Click here to find out what is the best deal for you.
During Sale-A-Bration, you get extra rewards just for purchasing the great Stampin’ Up! products you already love! For each $50 of merchandise you purchase, you pick a reward item. I always have a long list of items on my wish list to order from but just in case you don't, I've listed a few bundles below for ideas. It's not a party, if you don't get gifts right? Whether you are a card maker, scrapbook lover, party goddess, digital diva or gift giver, you will really love this sale. Stock up on items you will need throughout the year, such as envelopes, cardstock, adhesive, and accessories and be rewarded for your planning with free products. You can host your own workshop and share with your friends. Better yet become a demonstrator and show others how to stamp and scrapbook their cards and memories. You will be earning free products as well! So brighten those long winter months with paper, ink and stamps. No better way to spend a cold Winter's day then inside preserving memories or making cards to brighten other people’s days. Stampin’ Up! is there to help you every step of the way.

PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS SUITE:

Birthday Bash Bundles Life On The Go Bundle Party, Party, Party! Calypso Coral Bundles Yay For Cards Bundle

Tip: Quick Steps to a Gorgeous Background
1. Gently drag ink pads over cardstock to create a background. 2. Turn ink pad upside down to ink the background stamp. 3. Place cardstock on Stampin’ Pierce Mat for even pressure and stamp with background stamp.

Don't have a catalog?  No problem.  There are several ways you can see our latest catalogs: download, online, or contact me to receive a hard copy!

Friday, March 21, 2014

Get Your Party Started!

Watch how easy it is to get your party started. Begin with some printed invitations, choose some color and embellishments, and you've got yourself a party! Make a banner, place cards, gift bags . . . the pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to personalize. It's simple, fast, and still totally you.



Thanks for watching. Now you have lots of reasons to celebrate now you have seen how easy it is to put your party décor and invitations together.

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Celebrations Entertaining Kits Calypso Coral Celebration Add-On Kit

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Silver Sympathy

Simply Sketched
Expressions of sympathy can be tricky, sometimes. Loss and death make all of us feel vulnerable amidst our empathy. A wave of different emotions can sweep over us based on our own experiences and beliefs. Our desire is to reach out and comfort people and express our sympathy. Sometimes we know the deceased but we do not know those who are mourning them very well. Sometimes we know those who mourn more than those who are mourned. Relationships are intimate which means many things are private. Beliefs and values may not be apparent. While we may believe the deceased is in a better place, the mourner may not share that belief. Maybe the mourner's belief system is in turmoil as a result of their recent loss. A simple sincere line expressing your sympathy regarding their loss is always appropriate. If you knew the deceased and are comfortable sharing a memory with those that mourn, then do. Everyone likes to be remembered. Even if, for some reason, time has passed and you missed sending a note or card at the time of loss, it is never to late to offer sympathy and comfort. At the time of loss many people are there to offer their sympathy while the loss is fresh and new, but for the mourner, the loss continues. Birthdays, holidays, special occasions, etcetera bring the loss to the forefront again. It can be very comforting to know that someone has not forgotten that you are still missing your loved one.

This pretty sympathy card was created by Eldonna Epp and was received in a convention swap.

Monday, March 17, 2014

DIY Kits for Decor, Creative Cards, and Frameable Art!

3D Paper Flowers

Catalog Tour - Kits Suite

Want to attend a class but the time just doesn't work out? Need to have quick gifts on hand? Need a moment of sanity in your chaotic day? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, kits are the perfect option for you. Get inspired with our ready when you are kits. We have a kit that will fit your mood, budget, and design dilemma. From fun and fabulous décor, creative cards, and frameable art - we have everything you need in one place to complete the project. You won’t be able to resist them, so you’ll be looking for excuses to get your stamping stuff out — because these kits makes it so much fun to create!

PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS SUITE:

Burlap And Blooms Simply Created Wreath Kit Celebration Basics Kit Happenings Simply Created Card Kit Mini Memories Simply Created Album Kit

Tip: Quick Birthday Bags
Stamp either the Starburst Saying or Another Great Year stamps on our Tag a Bag Gift Bags found in our Annual Catalog.

Don't have a catalog?  No problem.  There are several ways you can see our latest catalogs: download, online, or contact me to receive a hard copy!

Friday, March 14, 2014

DIY Tags of any Length

Learn how to make tags of any length with just one punch. Most tag punches punch out the entire tag, so you're limited to one size. Now there's a tool that punches out just the top of a tag so you can choose how long you want your tag to be. It also punches out the hole for a tassel or thread so you don't have to do it separately. It's available in two top designs: scalloped and angled.



Thanks for watching today. Let me know if you have any questions about how to make a tag or topper any length you want! Makes creating bookmarks, tags, and bag toppers quick and easy…

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Scalloped Tag Topper Punch Angled Tag Topper Punch

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Wish Big For Spring!

A Dozen Thoughts











The most snow since the winter of 1962. The coldest (most days below zero) winter since 1978. Negative, nasty talk; don't you think? My frontal lobes have locked on to March 20th (the first day of Spring) with the ferocious hope of warmer, snowless days! With that in mind I am sharing this pretty convention swap created by Kathleen Innes.
Supplies used on this project are listed below. Remember to click my order online button (above right) to be taken to my demonstrator business website and click the shop now button to purchase any of the following items!
BACKYARD BASICS
Item: 129258
 



A DOZEN THOUGHTS CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET
Item: 131059
 



PAPILLON POTPOURRI CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET
Item: 123759
 



VERY VINTAGE
Item: 117693
 



EN FRANÇAIS
Item: 127790
 



ROSE RED 8-1/2X11 CARD STOCK
Item: 102544
 



VERY VANILLA 8-1/2X11 CARD STOCK
Item: 101650
 



CRUMB CAKE 8-1/2X11 CARD STOCK
Item: 120953
 



ROSE RED CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
Item: 126954
 



CRUMB CAKE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
Item: 126975
 



OVALS COLLECTION FRAMELITS DIES
Item: 129381
 



CRUMB CAKE 3/8 INCH TAFFETA RIBBON
Item: 122966
 



BASIC PEARLS JEWEL ACCENTS
Item: 119247
 



1-1/4 INCH CIRCLE PUNCH
Item: 119861
 



BITTY BUTTERFLY PUNCH
Item: 129406
 


EXTRA-LARGE OVAL PUNCH
Item: 119859
 

Monday, March 10, 2014

Get Nautical with the High Tide Suite

Sailor's Party Banner

Catalog Tour - High Tide Suite

Let yourself get carried away with the High Tide Product Suite. The images from the Hello, Sailor stamp set and the High Tide Designer Series Paper can inspire framed art and other wall decor for a nursery, a little boy's room, or even a den. These products can even come together to make the perfect gift wrap from handmade gift bags out of Designer Series Paper to nautical bows and knots to tie up any package. Let your creativity set sail for Inspiration Island with these nautical colors and designs - perfect for your little deckhands and your First Mate!

PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS SUITE:

Hello, Sailor stamp set Gold Baker's Twine Hardwood background stamp 1-1/4

Tip: Fringe Scissors to the Rescue
Make fringe trim in seconds without tediously making each individual cut. Cut fringe or grass trim with a few snips. Makes quick work of confetti, too. Our new Fringe Scissors (#133325).

Don't have a catalog?  No problem.  There are several ways you can see our latest catalogs: download, online, or contact me to receive a hard copy!

Friday, March 7, 2014

DIY Banners in Minutes

Learn how to make banners in minutes using the Perfect Pennants Stamp Set and Banners Framelits Dies. It's as simple as this: choose your paper and ink, then stamp and cut using the Big Shot machine. Framelits dies make precision placement a snap, and you'll get perfectly cut shapes every time. Buy the Perfect Pennants Stamp Set and coordinating Banners Framelits Dies together at a 15% discount!



This bundle is also available in clear-mount (#134816)

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Perfect Pennants Stamp Set Banners Framelits Dies

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Backyard Basics














Last fall I planted over a hundred bulbs in my backyard. Needless to say, I can't wait for Spring; especially after this extremely long winter with record snow and cold! I am ready to hear the birds sing and see flowers, butterflies, and bees! This pretty convention swap card by Stephanie Gibson will help us to envision the coming of Spring!
Supplies used on this project are listed below. Remember to click my order online button (above right) to be taken to my demonstrator business website and click the shop now button to purchase any of the following items!
BACKYARD BASICS CLEAR BUNDLE
Item: 132728
 



STRAWBERRY SLUSH 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
Item: 131295
 



PISTACHIO PUDDING 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
Item: 131294
 



COASTAL CABANA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
Item: 131297
 



2013-2015 IN COLOR STAMPIN' WRITE MARKERS
Item: 131260
 



WHISPER WHITE 8-1/2X11 CARD STOCK
Item: 100730
 



AQUA PAINTER
Item: 103954
 



WINDOW FRAMES COLLECTION FRAMELITS DIES
Item: 129021
 



BLACK STAMPIN' EMBOSS POWDER
Item: 109133
 



HEAT TOOL
Item: 129053