More Bright Blossoms

Can you tell I really like this set.  When I first saw this set, I again wasn't that impressed.  Then I started seeing cards made through our demonstrator website.  Then I came along some notes I took at convention at one of the sessions I attended.   I started thinking about what I learned...

Note Card Open House this Week

For all of you Local Followers, I will be having open houses today through Tuesday to make my very popular Note Card Sets ...

More Bright Blossoms

If you haven't fallen in love with this cute set yet, maybe these will help ...

RETIRED LISTS & FREE CATALOG!

The Stampin' Up! 2012-2013 Annual Catalog begins June 1 and will offer over 200 pages of card samples, papercrafting ideas, new products and the reveal of the 2012-2014 In Colors.  I'm personally offering a special promotion to get the catalog to you FREE and ASAP.

GET YOUR CATALOG FREE and ASAP:

• Place an on-line order thru me of $50 or more (before shipping and tax) between April 25 and May 15.   
• I'll reward you with a FREE catalog and FREE PRIORITY MAIL delivery (2-3 business days) so that you get it ASAP.  Your catalog will arrive separately from your product order.
• Be sure to log into your Stampin' Up! on-line profile and update your address and contact information if they will change by 5/15.
• This is not a Stampin' Up! company promotion.  It is a personal promotion for customers making a qualifying on-line purchase thru me.

FOUR GOOD REASONS TO PLACE AN ORDER BY MAY 15:

• Over 300 stamp sets are retiring and will only be available for purchase through May 31.  View Retiring Stamp List.
• The Stampin' Up! Retired Accessories list is available to view. Order your favorites now.  Products will only be available while supplies last.
• The Definitely Decorative line will be discontinued.  Get them now while supplies last.
• The Occasions Mini Catalog ends April 30.
• The Summer Smooches Promotion ends April 30.

Just FYI and before you panic (like I did when I saw the Retired Accessories list and saw most markers retiring and all ink pads retiring), please read on.  I thought there was another Color Renovation going on.  I did panic.  But that's not the case!  In the new catalog markers will be mostly sold in groups only.  A few colors will be sold individually.  So if you want a few markers, now is the time to order them.

As far as the ink pads go, they are re-configuring the pads and replacing the felt pads with foam pads.  The outside style of the ink pads will remain the same (allowing you to store the pads upside down), but the new foam pads allow for easier inking and a more uniform end result.  I'm thrilled.   I will most likely use my older style for some time until I can slowly get the newer ones.  So, again, don't panic.

Most of the ribbons will be retiring.  Stock up now with your favorites.  Buttons, brads, punches, big shot dies, etc. are all on the Accessories List.  AND, SOME OF THE ITEMS ARE DISCOUNTED UP TO 70% OFF!!!   These items must be ordered online only and ASAP.  My suggestion to you is to click on the above lists, make a list of the item numbers you would like, then go to my online store and click on "Shop Now".  Enter all the numbers and check out as soon as you can.  Once the items are gone, they're gone.

HAPPY, HAPPY SHOPPING !!!!

Bright Blossoms

Here are a few more from this collection to keep your creative juices flowing ...

Bright Blossoms - Summer Smooches

The grandkids are back in PA along with Rick.  Diva Club will be in full swing all week.

Stampin' Up! has made available to pre-order in April several products from the Summer Smooch Collection, including the Bright Blossoms stamp set and a wonderful designer series paper collection with beautiful, bright bold colors.

While I'm busy in the next few days with Diva club, I will be sharing with you a few cards I made for a board I made to show my Divas.  Enjoy ... all of the products used here are available for you to order online NOW!   

Love & Laughter

Weddings season is coming up.  Are you ready?   Check out this great stamp set and Jumbo Wheel on page 29 and get them before this Occasion mini catalog expires April 30th...

Sweet Shop

Great collection with awesome designer series paper.  One side is cutsie (with ice cream cones, cakes, etc.).  The other sides are really great for any type of cards.

Baby Prints

Here are a few cards Frances made for retreat.  These are adorable cards.

Mixed Bunch

I am so thrilled that this week I have my three precious grandkids here for the week.  So, not to let you miss out on creative ideas, I have pre-posted a few blogs.  These blogs will show you a few cards made from stamp sets in the current Occasions Mini Catalog.  Remember, this catalog expires April 30th.

The Retired List is Here

This is the day I've been waiting for.  What's staying in the new catalog and; more important, what won't be in the new catalog ...

Just Believe

Friday a.m. and off to tennis in a few minutes.  Before that, I thought I'd share this sweet card I made last night.   Rick's coming home tomorrow night with my three grandkids.   I CANNOT WAIT!!!!  

Sweet Shop Class - This Saturday & Clearance Rack

Just a reminder to those who signed up for this Saturday's class (April 14th at 1 p.m. at the Lakehouse in Sun City) ...

Summer Smooches

As promised yesterday, here's the scoop on Stampin Up!'s latest promotion ... Summer Smooches ..

A Ribbon Easter Basket

Another absolutely beautiful day yesterday, Easter Day, here in sunny SC!  While Rick was enjoying himself in PA, I had a great day with several friends here.  Here's what I made to take to my Easter Brunch invite ...

Happy Easter

Yesterday was one of the most beautiful days here in SC.  Not too cold, not to hot, just perfect.   I started the day with a 5K walk, then to the Lakehouse to watch the "grandkids" of Sun City collect hundreds of eggs.

Spring is in the Air

and when I saw this card I fell in love with the Elegant Bird Bigz Die (pg 10 Occasions Mini)

New Catalog Coming June 1st-Get your Free Copy

Stampin' Up! has changed their release dates for their yearly catalogs.  The new one will be available June 1st this year instead of July 1st (from previous years).  If you need a catalog, here's your chance to get one from me FREE ...