Denise's Design Creations

Stampin' Up! Online Extravaganza Coming Soon!

2011-11-18T23:04:00.002-06:00

Stampin' Up! will kick off the holiday shopping season with our Online Extravaganza which will begin Monday, November 21, 2011, and run through Wednesday, November 30, 2011 with sale prices on severable of our desirable products!

Visit my website here to take advantage of great savings like FREE digital downloads valued at $40 when you buy My Digital Studio Express, 60 percent off select Designer Fabrics, and 30 percent off an exclusive ribbon bundle!

In addition, there will be two items on sale for 24 hours only (November 21, 12:01 AM - 11:59 PM [MT])-so make sure you don't miss the first 24 hours of Online Extravaganza!

Remember, you can shop our Online Extravaganza from my demonstrator website just by clicking here! But be sure to visit on Monday, November 21 to see the two items on sale for only 24 hours! Can't wait to see what Stampin' Up! has in store for us!

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin'!

Denise

upcoming retreat for stampers and scrappers

2011-11-11T10:01:00.002-06:00

Check out this website for an awesome opportunity for crafters!

Denise

Home for the Holidays!

2011-10-27T03:07:00.003-05:00

Well, now that I have piqued your curiosity about being able to receive the FREE digital downloads that Stampin' Up! will be giving away between November 4-7, I'd like to share a little project I made with some of the digital designs that will be available.

This adorable Christmas card was created using the "Home for the Holidays Ensemble". Don't you just LOVE the colors? So bright and cheery!

Here is another card made using that same ensemble. Would this be a great design to use for sending Christmas greetings to friends and neighbors this Holiday Season?

I just know that this is one offer you are not going to want to miss! If you do not yet own the My Digital Studio software from Stampin' Up!, you can find out all of the details here on my website, where you can shop 24/7!. My Digital Studio is a wonderful for creating so many different projects: photo albums, calendars, greeting cards and more! Once you have created your designs, have them printed out and shipped right to your door! There is even a website designed specifically for My Digital Studio users. You can visit it at: www.MyDigitalStudio.net, where you will find all the support you need to begin creating spectacular projects of your own.

Remember: Visit www.MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7 to download your FREE digital designs and get started with your very own holiday creations!

Enjoy!
Denise

FREE Digital Content for YOU!

2011-10-26T17:10:00.002-05:00

Celebrate Digital Scrapbooking Day with Stampin' Up! for a four-day online event designed to introduce more of our demonstrators and customers to our digital content. Digital Scrapbooking Day is November 5, but we'll keep the celebration going from November 4-7! The event will include free downloads, blog posts with exciting project ideas all weekend long, and the announcement of the 2011 My Digital Studio Contest winners.

Mark your calendars now to visit MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7! You'll be glad you did!

Denise

Using up scraps with Perfect Punches!

2011-09-26T12:40:00.003-05:00

Hello and Happy Monday to all!

Today I'd like to share with you and card I made recently using the Perfect Punches stamp set!

As you can see, this set is a great one to own for a variety of occasions - birthday, friendship, congratulations, thank you notes, Christmas and more. Each of the images in this set are designed to coordinate with a punch that makes card-making a snap! The punches used along with this stamp set are the Extra Large Oval Punch (#119859), the Curly Label Punch (#119851), the Modern Label Punch (#119849), the Scallop Oval Punch (#119856), and the Scallop Circle Punch (#119854).

There is even a stamp image that coordinates with our Round Tab Punch (#119864) which is very useful for making tabs in recipe albums, mini albums, address books, photo files, home organizers and so much more!

This is one set you will be very happy to own! Now onto the card....

Don't you just love this color combination? It's not one that I would have put together myself, but one that was suggested when using my Color Coach (#121046)!. I love my Color Coach! It's a tool that helps me to know what color combinations go well together, and saves me so much time when designing my card creations!
I dry embossed the base of the card with the Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder (#117335) before adding More Mustard cardstock and Not Quite Navy Designers Series Paper to the front. To give the sentiment a matted finish, I simply trimmed closely around the oval stamped Happy Birthday image before laying it onto a piece of Not Quite Navy cardstock punched out with the Large Oval Punch. Easy-peasy!

Stamp Set: Elements 2 – Perfect Punches
Paper: More Mustard, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White
DSP: Paisley Petals DSP, Designers Series Paper Stack (Not Quite Navy)
Ink: Not Quite Navy
Accessories: Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Large Oval Punch, Paper Snips, 5/8” Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Dimensionals, Snail, Sticky Tape

See the little squares of DSP on the card? This design is also great for using up all of those little scraps DSP leftover from other projects. The 3 pieces I have here were from the Paisley Petals Designers Series Paper Pack and each measure 1"x 1.25" . I had them leftover from a project I did for a swap I participated in for the 1"x 1.25" Simply Adorned Charm. I just love the challenge of creating something with these little leftovers of our beautiful DSP, don't you?
I hope that you enjoyed seeing this card and that it has been a little bit of inspiration for you to try and find ways to use up some of your beautiful scraps as well.

Happy Scrappin' and Stampin'!
Denise

Simple Cards: Easy Events

2011-09-12T19:15:00.004-05:00

Today's card share is one that is fast and simple and was made using the Easy Events clear-mount stamp set (#123225). It was so simple to put together - great for when you need to send off a fast note for someone you love or maybe tuck an encouraging note of love in your loved one's lunchbox! I really love the cute, yet simple, designs contained in this set. They really make stamping SO easy!

For this card, I used the sentiment "sending you love" and to give it color I used the Garden Green, Real Red, Chocolate Chip Stampin' Up! markers. To color a stamp this way (as opposed to using only ONE color), you simply color each part of the stamp individually. After all of the colors desired are added to the stamp, you simply breathe a huff of breath onto the stamp to re-moisten the ink. At that point you are ready to simply stamp your image onto the Whisper White cardstock.

To add a touch of dimension, I distressed the edge of the Whisper White cardstock (#100730) using the Distressing Tool from the Stampin' Up! Cutter Kit (#106958). That Cutter Kit is awesome! It includes all of the tools you’ll need to perforate, cut, score, or distress your paper, and is the perfect size for portability. It includes a paper distressing tool and 3 Mini rotary tools: Cutting tool, perforating tool, and scoring tool.

When I first created the card, it did not include the bow. I felt it needed just a tad of "something" and that's when I added the Whisper White Organza (#114319) ribbon to the front of the card. Having to make multiples for the swap that I was participating in, with only a limited supply of ribbon, I decided to make only a bow. I think, though, that when I make this card again, I'd like to use a tad more ribbon so that I can have it go around the entire front of the card. I think it would "step the card up a bit".

For those of you who haven't yet tried your hand at stamping, a simple card like this is the way to start. Creating your own handmade cards does not have to be difficult or time consuming, and recipients always enjoy that "handmade touch" made especially for them! I hope you like it!

Stamp Set: Occasions – Easy Events
Paper: Garden Green, Real Red, More Mustard, Chocolate Chip
Ink: Garden Green, Real Red, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: 5/8” Whisper White, Organza Ribbon, Cutter Kit Distressing Tool, Dimensionals, Snail

Happy Stamping!
Denise

Product Focus: Triple Layer Punches

2011-09-07T22:06:00.002-05:00

I'd like to share a video with you today about some awesome newer punches that Stampin' Up! carries. They are called the Triple Layer Punches, and really give you a lot of "bang for the buck"! There are two different styles currently offered: the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch and the Doily Triple Layer Punch.

Each punch provides you with multiple punch options giving you a variety of ways to mix and match the punched images in your project designs. The Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch will punch a petal flower, a solid flower, and a flower outline. The Doily Triple Layer Punch provides a solid doily and 2 lacy doily options. The laciest of the doily punched images even resembles a snowflake, in my opinion.

To see the images these punches avail, along with instructions for using them, please click on the image above or click on this YouTube link, where you will see a video demonstration of these wonderful new tools by Stampin' Up! employee Shannon West! Once you see them, I know you are going to love them!

Happy Stampin' and Scrappin'
Denise

Sweet Treat Cups and Sweet Centers

2011-09-06T13:37:00.003-05:00

Hello and Happy Tuesday!

I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Labor Day Weekend filled with good times, good memories, and surrounded by people you love!

Speaking of love... today's share is card I did with a "love" theme using our Sweet Treat Cups. These darling little plastic "domes" can be used in a variety of ways. Here I have used them with the stamped image of a hot air balloon basket from the Sweet Centers Stamp set, and the bundle of hearts image from the Loads of Love stamp set. They can also be used on a variety of differently themed cards and filled with an array of other items such as M&Ms, candy, buttons, brads, etc., etc.

Once again, my Stamp-A-Ma-Jig tool came in very handy for the perfect placement of my images. Once they were stamped, I added a small punch using my Small Heart Punch, some Dazzling Diamonds to add a little sparkle, and the Scallop Edge Border Punch on the edge of the card to finish it off. The sentiment on the front is one that is also included in the Loads of Love stamp set.

The color combination just "pops" doesn't it?! When designing my cards, another handy tool that I like to use is my Color Coach (item #120148). It makes choosing color combinations SO easy; and with Stampin' Up!'s comprehesive color-coordinated product line, all of your projects are guaranteed to come out beautiful! No more mismatching of papers, inks, ribbons, and other supplies. To see how Stampin' Up! has perfectly color coordinated all of the products in their product line, click on this link. Choose a color family, then choose a specific color. Once you do, you will see how we offer a variety of matching accessories to help you create with ease, and be convinced that Stampin' Up! has that edge over other companies' scrapping and stamping supplies.

If you would like to order any products that will help you to create you next totally coordinated project, you can shop from my website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when you click on this link!

Stamp Set: Occasions – Sweet Centers
Other stamp sets: Loads of Love
Paper: Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White
DSP: Designers Series Paper Stack (Pumpkin Pie)
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Sweet Treat Cups, Scallop Edge Border Punch, 1 ¾” Circle Punch, Circle Treat Cups, Dazzling Diamonds, Basic Pearls, Dimensionals, Snail

Happy Scrapping and Stamping!

Denise

My Digital Studio Contest

2011-09-03T23:09:00.001-05:00

You are invited to participate in Stampin’ Up!'s new digital design contest using their My Digital Studio software!

The contest is open to all customers and demonstrators who have access to My Digital Studio in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada (excluding Quebec).
There will be separate judging for demostrators and customers.
There will be 10 finalists and 6 winners. The finalists will consist of 5 customers and 5 demonstrators and will be chosen by Stampin' Up! judges. The winners will consist of 3 customers and 3 demonstrators and will be chosen by the public via online voting!
To compete, please submit your entry to MDSContest@stampinup.com.
To enter the contest you will need to design one digital card and one single-page layout using ONLY My Digital Studio product. Submit all samples along with your full name, address, daytime phone number, and demonstrator ID number (if applicable). Include a photo release form (if applicable).
Finalists will receive $100 US/$125 CAN in FREE My Digital Studio digital downloads from Stampin’ Up! and winners will receive $400 US/$500 CAN in free MDS downloads! Winnings will not be combined. For example, if you are a winner you will not get the finalists’ prize plus the winners’ prize. Winners and finalists will also receive a digital pin for their DBWS site (for demonstrators), personal blog, or Facebook page.

Just click on this link for more details: http://mydigitalstudio.net/page/contests To see examples of the images you may win in this contest, just click on the My Digital Studio link in the right hand column of my blog, or click here.
Good luck everyone!

Denise

The HOLIDAY MINI CATALOG is HERE!!

2011-09-01T22:33:00.002-05:00

Wahoo!! The NEW Holiday Mini Catalog is NOW available... and you are absolutely going to LOVE this one! There are SO many wonderful new product offerings - just wait until you see it for yourself!

To start with Stampin' Up! has come out with its very own scoring tool called Simply Scored. This is a fantastic addition to our already fantastic product line. Simply Scored features two rulers along the top and left sides, and scoring lines spaced every 1/8". It comes with 3 place markers for marking your scoring lines making scoring easier and faster! It also comes with an ergonomically designed stylus with a comfort grip; and includes 2 different sized metal tips so that you can choose the size of your score lines. There is even a built-in storage compartment where you can store the stylus, the place markers and even your bone folder! The bottom of its base also includes nonmarking and nonskid feet which helps to secure it to your table as you work.

With all of its inclusions and features, the Simply Scored (item #122334) is a steal at $29.95!

Another great product being offered is our "It's a Wrap Holidays" stamp set! This set was designed to work in conjunction with the decoration of those cute little Hershey's Nugget bars. Just stamp the image onto some cardstock, trim, and adhere the wrapper with some Sticky Strip adhesive around the Nugget bars and these little cuties will make darling additions for your gift-giving this holiday season!

"It's a Wrap Holidays" wood- (#122770 - $27.95) and clear-mount (#122772 - $19.95)

For Thanksgiving, there is the introduction of a beautiful new design in our Designers Series Paper collection. It is called Spice Cake, and I think you will agree that is it gorgeous! With our lovely colors of Soft Suede, More Mustard, Pool Party, Pear Pizzazz, River Rock, and Very Vanilla, it would be beautiful for use on your Thanksgiving greeting cards as well as useful for your holiday table decor such as placemats place cards, napkin rings and silverware pockets.

Spice Cake Designers Series Paper (item # 124003) $10.95

There are even some Spice Cake Designer Fabrics and Designer Buttons to match - great for creating a lovely bread basket liner and some cloth napkins giving your holiday table a beautifully coordinated look! Now that you have seen the Spice Cake line of products, wouldn't you agree that it IS gorgeous?! I knew you would!

Spice Cake Designer Fabric - $9.95 Spice Cake Designer Buttons - $7.95

Well... last, but not least... there are our Christmas product offerings in this Mini... and WOW! If you thought that the above items were great, just WAIT until you see what's available for Christmas!

Pines and Poinsettias stamp set

Clear mount #123764 $14.95

Wood mount #123762 $19.95

There is the new Holly Berry Bouquet Speciaty Designers Series Paper, Designer Fabric and Designer Buttons (which, like the Spice Cake line, would make a beautifully coordinated holiday table):

Holly Berry Bouquet Specialty Designers Series Paper - $12.95

Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Fabric - $9.95

Holly Berry Designer Buttons - $8.95

The new Holiday Sizzix products, such as the Bigz L Holiday Stocking Die and Stocking Accents Originals™ Die can be used for cutting a variety of fabrics, papers, felt and more!

Bigz L Holiday Stocking Die (#124098) - $32.95

Stocking Accents Originals™ Die (#124099) - $17.95

The new Peekaboo Frames Bigz L Die and new 1" Square Punch can be used to create a variety of projects including peek-a boo cards. In conjunction with the "25 and Counting" stamp set, you can even create your own personalized Advent Calendar that can be used time and time again. To see a sample of an awesome Advent Calendar created with these 3 products, just take a peek at page 36 in the Holiday Mini. You will love it! Just look for the link to the Holiday Mini at the top of the left hand column here on my blog!

1" Square Punch (#124094) - $15.95 Peekaboo Frames Bigz L Die (#124587) - $32.95

25 and Counting stamp set

Clear mount #123794 $32.95

Wood mount #123792 $44.95

This is just a small sampling of all of the beautiful new products being offered in this year's Holiday Mini. Believe me when I say, your wish list will be l-o-n-g when you see it! Feel free to pass my name and number along to anyone who will be doing shopping for YOU this holiday season. I would love to help them with their holiday shopping, and I am sure that you will just LOVE what they get you! :o)

Thank you for taking the time to look at all of the great new products I have shared with you here. I absolutely love what I do and love to share it with all of you. Once you have looked through the Holiday Mini, you can place your order directly through my Stampin' Up! website by clicking HERE. You will receive your order quickly and efficiently so that you can begin preparing for the Holiday Season that is soon to be upon us.

Happy Stamping and Paper Crafting!
Denise

Friends Fur-ever

2011-09-01T00:57:00.006-05:00

Today I'd like to share a card with you that was made with the Friends Fur-ever stamp set. I think the little Scottie dogs in this set are SO cute, it almost makes me want to get one as a pet! Well, not really, but they ARE cute aren't they?!!

The images in this set are great for creating that perfect card for that very special friend! Need a gift idea to go along with the card? This stamp set is also useful for making an insert for the 1 1/2" x 2" Simply Adorned necklace for anyone who is a true dog lover!

Notice how the Scottie dog on the right is "holding" the love note on this card. To be able to place that love note in just the right position, the use of the Stamp-A-Ma-Jig tool was absolutely essential! I made about 20 of this same card! Using the Stamp-A-Ma-Jig enabled me to have perfect placement of my stamped images EVERY time! A little bit of added color from the Cherry Cobbler marker was just the right touch. Avery simple design, yet oh SO cute!

The products I used to create this card are as follows:
Stamp Set: Occasions – Friends Fur-ever
Paper: Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla
DSP: Designers Series Paper Stack (Early Espresso)
Ink: Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, Stamp-a-ma-Jig, 1" Circle Punch, Snail

If you have questions about any of the cards I am sharing with you here on my blog, please feel free to contact me. Oh, and leave a comment if you'd like, too!

Thanks for looking!

Denise

Nature Silhouettes

2011-08-29T12:08:00.004-05:00

Happy Monday, everyone! For today's project, I would like to share with you a more masculine card that I created, made with the Nature Silhouettes stamp set (item #111542).

I used the Confetti White cardstock to give the card a little added color for the background and added a piece of our Twill Tape ribbon for some subtle detail. For this project, our Stamp-A-Ma-Jig tool came in very handy when stamping the tree stamp onto the Confetti White Cardstock.

The Stamp-A-Ma-Jig is an awesome tool that helps you to create a perfectly stamped image every time! I love it! If you would like to learn how to use your very own Stamp-A-Ma-Jig tool, why not book a workshop? If you would like to order your very own Stamp-A-Ma-Jig, it is item #101049, and can be order via my SU website here: http://denisekasanda.stampinup.net where you can shop 24/7!

Happy Stamping!

Denise

Designers Series Paper...Buy 3, Get 1 FREE

2011-08-29T11:54:00.002-05:00

Good morning crafters! A quick reminder today for those of you who want to take advantage of the "Buy 3, Get 1 Free" offer on a selection of Stampin' Up!'s Designers Series Papers.

Buy 3, Get 1 FREE

This offer ends August 31. That day is also the last day to order from the Summer Mini Catalog, so don't delay!

Support Breast Cancer Research - order "Strength & Hope" before it's gone!

2011-08-29T11:48:00.002-05:00

There are just a few more days left to order the beautiful "Strength & Hope" stamp set. Stampin' Up! will donate $2.00 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation with each set sold. Order this lovely set and help a great cause! Visit http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/denisekasanda/dynamicPage?pageName=strengthandhope to read more about the promotion and to order your set today!

Cottage Garden

2011-08-29T11:43:00.002-05:00

Well, I really liked how the blue and purple tones looked together when I used them on my last card, so I decided to use that color combination again along with one other color in a collage technique on this next card.

It uses the Cottage Garden stamp set (clear mount item #120003) and has the beautiful sentiment that reads: "Love life and it will love you back". Love that!

I hope you like the bright colors I used on this card. If you are interested in ordering any of the products shown here, you can visit my website at: http://denisekasanda.stampinup.net/

Stamp set: Cottage Garden
Paper: Elegant Eggplant, Whisper White, Rose Red
DSP: Designers Series Paper Stack (Rose Red)
Ink: Elegant Eggplant, Rose Red, Baja Breeze
Accessories: Stamp-A-Ma-Jig, Snail

Artistic Etchings meets En Francais

2011-08-29T11:34:00.002-05:00

The next card I would like to share with you is one that I made using the Artistic Etchings stamp set. The colors are so rich and look so good together! I paired the stamps from the Artistic Etchings stamp set with the En Francais background stamp to create this beautiful design! By stamping the base card with the same color ink, I was able to add some subtle, yet significant detail to the card!

Then to make the card really "pop" with the frilly, feminine look that I was looking for, I added the ruffled ribbon by adhering sticky tape to the card and then 'gathering' the ribbon about every 1/4 inch along the way.

This turned out to be a favorite of mine. I hope you like it, too!

Denise

A to Z meets Greeting Card Kids

2011-08-27T00:37:00.002-05:00

Back to School time is what came to mind when I was creating this next card. The card began with the A to Z stamp set and because it is basically a background stamp of the alphabet, I thought it would be great to use it on a card suitable for an elementary school teacher! The little girl holding an apple from the Greeting Card Kids stamp set, was the perfect addition to this teacher's card as well!

To change things up a bit from it being a card that opens in the typical way, I decided to turn it into a “gatefold” card with a belly-band. To make a "gatefold" card, you simply cut your cardstock to measure 4.25 x 11". Then on the 11" side, you score at 2.75" and 8.25". The side flaps will meet in the direct center of the front of the card. To make the belly band, you will need a piece of cardstock that measures approximately 1.5" x 12" in length. You need the full 12" length in order for it to wrap around the card with a slight overlap in the back to secure. You can see in the photo below how this adds a unique twist to the design, while also adding some functional interest - yet so easy to do! I hope you like it!

Stamp Set: Elements – A to Z

Other stamp sets: Greeting Card Kids

Paper: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Basic Black, Real Red, Bashful Blue, Marina Mist, So Saffron, Soft Suede

Accessories: Big Shot, Decorative Label Punch, Large Oval Punch, Crystal Effects, Snail

Under the Big Top

2011-08-26T23:28:00.004-05:00

This next card I would like to share is just SOOO cute! I love how it turned out!! It is made with the "Under the Big Top" stamp set - item #122877, and makes for a great kid's card for a birthday or other celebration! Oh, and what circus animal would be complete without a "big top" tent?!! Don't you just LOVE the bright colors? So, so fun!

Stamp Set: Occasions 3–Under the Big Top (clear mount #122877)

Paper: Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
DSP: Designers Series Paper Stack (Daffodil Delight)
Ink: Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point
Accessories: Scallop Edge Border Punch, Word Window Punch, Watercolor Pencils, Dimensionals, Sponges, Snail

*All products can be ordered directly through me or my online Stampin’ UP! website with the exception of items labeled as retired. Visit my website at: http://denisekasanda.stampinup.net

Tagtastic!

2011-08-26T23:13:00.003-05:00

I recently participated in a card swap for the 2011-2012 Idea Book and Catalog with a group of other Stampin' Up! demonstrators. In the swap we were to create card samples of various stamp sets of our choosing. I chose 16 different stamp sets to create samples for and, in return, I will be receiving 231 different cards, giving me a sample of a large number of the stamp sets in the catalog! I will be sharing my creations here! I hope you like them. Do leave a comment, please!

The first card I would like to share from my Idea Book and Catalog (IB&C) swap is from the set called "Tagtastic" and is from the 'Hostess Sets' section of the catalog. The colors used on this card were Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive. I just love this combination, don't you?

Stamp Set: Hostess Sets - Tagtastic
Paper: Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry
DSP: Patterns Designers Series Paper Stack (Rich Razzleberry)
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: Scallop Trim Border Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensional, Snail

*All products can be ordered directly through me or my online Stampin’ UP! website with the exception of items labeled as retired. Visit my website at: http://denisekasanda.stampinup.net

FREE Designer Series Paper - Get Yours TODAY!

2011-08-03T01:27:00.001-05:00

During August, get a FREE package of Designer Series Paper when you buy three!

This is a limited-time offer to stock up on all of your favorites, including brand-new designs from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog. There is no limit to the number of free packages of Designer Series Paper you can earn. Designer Series Paper ordered in Hostess free does not qualify for the promotion. Specialty Designer Series Paper, Hostess Designer Series Paper, and 2011 Holiday Mini Designer Series Paper are not part of this promotion and cannot be redeemed through this offer. Ordering deadlines is Wednesday, August 31, 2011; 6:50 PM (MT) Just click on over to my online website and see all of the beautiful options available!

Strength & Hope Campaign ends August 31st!

2011-07-27T17:08:00.002-05:00

As part of their Making a Difference campaign, Stampin' Up! is proud to be partnering with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation to raise funds for Breast Cancer research. From now until August 31st, Stampin' Up! will donate $2 from the sale of every Strength and Hope stamp set and every Strength and Hope Digital Kit. This beautiful 4 pc. set can be used for a variety of projects. Here I have used it to make a cute box that can be used several ways. It can hold a set of 3x3 cards, 2-3 Post-It notepads, or can be filled with yummy treats as a favor for a Breast Cancer Awareness event or fundraiser. If you would like to help raise the much needed funds for Breast Cancer Research by ordering this set, you can shop 24/7 from my website here. The wood mounted set is item # 118100 and retails for $17.95. Clear mount is # 123660 and sells for $13.95. The stamps in this set would also be great when used on scrapbook pages, cards and 3-D items. If you would like to re-create the project I have made here, you can find the recipe for the products I used below. Cute, cute, cute... and so much easier than it looks! Please feel free to leave me a comment. I would love to know how you like it!

Denise

Recipe
Stamp set: Strength & Hope
Cardstock: Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Perfect Plum
Accessories: 5/8" White Organza Ribbon

2010-08-30T11:14:00.002-05:00

Craft Tote Recruiting Promotion

New recruits who join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator between September 1 - October 18, will receive a FREE craft tote (valued at $39.95) with the purchase of their Starter Kit. This offer is good while supplies last, so don't delay! (Contents not included)

Greenhouse Gala Craft Tote Description

100% twill nylon exterior; 100% nylon interior
Dimensions: 15-3/4" x 7-5/8" x 8-7/8"
Includes attachable shoulder strap for easy transport
Center section fits 12" x 12" card stock, Craft Keepers, and Paper Cutter
Outside pockets fit extra-large punches perfectly
Outside flap pockets offer secure spot for accessories
Back zipper pocket holds up to seven Stampin' Pads

Things to Remember:

This incentive is available to all new recruits, including first-time joins, rejoins, etc.
Free Craft Tote will automatically be added to Starter Kit and shipped at the same time, but in a separate box.
Free Craft Tote will also be shipped for free.
Free Craft Tote is not substitutable.
Use this promotion to get an early start on earning the 2012 incentive trip to Disney World®!
Independent Demonstrator Agreement deadlines:
- Paper: Monday, October 18, 2010 (must be received in office)
- Online: Monday, October 18, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

For more information, or to join now and receive your FREE tote, click on the following links. You will need the following password when signing up... "DK Inkers". These craft totes were a huge hit at convention. Check it out and get yours today! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Craft Tote Recruiting Flyer

Starter Kit Order Form

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CALLING ALL ILLINOIS CUSTOMERS!!!

2010-08-02T19:06:00.001-05:00

The state of Illinois is having a sales tax holiday of 5% August 6 –15 for all school supplies.

What this means is if the sales tax for your city is 6.75%, the holiday is only for 5%. So, you’ll still be charged for 1.75% for state sales tax. Or, if the sales tax for your city is 9.125%, the holiday is only for 5%, and you’ll be charged 4.125%.
Because school supply items are included in this sales tax holiday, the below list of items will be tax free during the holiday period. Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in order to receive these items with the 5% sales tax reduction.

This is a limited-time benefit!
Here is a list of the items that are eligible:

Item #

Description
Price

100425
2-Way Glue Pen
$3.50

104332
SNAIL Adhesive
$6.95

104331
SNAIL Adhesive Refill
$4.50

103305
Dotto
$12.95

100902
Dotto Refill
$6.50

104045
Anywhere Glue Stick
$3.95

104294
Sticky Strip
$6.95

104430
Stampin' Dimensionals
$3.95

103683
Mini Glue Dots
$4.95

103579
Paper Snips
$9.95

103179
Craft & Rubber Scissors
$19.95

108360
Craft & Paper Scissors
$29.95

101879
Watercolor Pencils
$19.95

105021
White Uni-Ball Signo Gel Pen
$3.95

102845
Blender Pens
$9.95

Various
Stampin’ Write Markers (individual)
$3.50

119806
Many Marvelous Markers
$109.95

120948
Many Marvelous Markers New Color Kit
$35.95

119801
Many Marvelous Markers In Color
$14.95

119700
Many Marvelous Markers Subtles
$28.95

119701
Many Marvelous Markers Regals
$28.95

119702
Many Marvelous Markers Brights
$28.95

119703
Many Marvelous Markers Neutrals
$22.95

120949
Watercolor Wonder Crayons New Color Kit
$39.95

119802
Watercolor Wonder Crayons Subtles
$16.95

119803
Watercolor Wonder Crayons Regals
$16.95

119804
Watercolor Wonder Crayons Brights
$16.95

119805
Watercolor Wonder Crayons Neutrals
$16.95

105394
Basic Black Stampin’ Write Journaler
$3.50

110755
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
$3.95

120962
Stampin' Pastels
$24.95

120963
Stampin’ Pastels New Color Kit
$14.95

I sincerely hope that you will take this time to stock up on any items you have been thinking about purchasing. Just remember though, your order must be placed between August 6 –15. Please give me a call if you have any questions. To place your order, just visit my Stampin' Up! website HERE, or click on the "Shop Online 24/7" button in the right hand column of this blog.

Hostess Bonus Offer - Limited Time Only!

2010-07-29T13:40:00.001-05:00

Extra! Extra! Stampin' Up! hostesses get extra hostess awards July 27-August 31, in addition to the already fantastic hostess benefits!

From July 27 to August 31, Stampin' Up! hostesses can earn an EXTRA $25 to use toward Stampin' Up! products of their choice when they host a workshop totaling $350 or more!

This extra benefit is included along with the standard hostess benefits they receive when they host a workshop. The standard hostess benefits include

A free 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog worth $9.95!
Free stamp sets only available to hostesses (with qualifying orders; select from the products on pages 10-16 of the Idea Book & Catalog)!
Free Stampin' Up! products of your choice!

Workshop total (before tax and shipping)	Free Stampin' Up! merchandise		Extra, Extra hostess awards	Free Stampin' Up! merchandise with Extra, Extra hostess awards
$350 - $399	$40	+	$25	$65
$400 - $449	$45	+	$25	$70
$450 - $499	$50	+	$25	$75
$500 - $549	$60	+	$25	$85

This extra hostess benefit is only being offered for a limited time, so contact me TODAY to schedule a workshop!

Special Rejoin Starter Kit Offer - Only $35

2010-07-27T13:27:00.000-05:00

Dates: July 1-31, 2010
During the month of July, any former Stampin' Up! demonstrator* can rejoin Stampin' Up! for only $35! To inform them of this special offer, demonstrators who have left Stampin' Up! over the past three years will receive either an e-mail or a postcard inviting them to take advantage of this special offer. The e-mails and postcards were sent during the first week of July.

To rejoin Stampin' Up!, former demonstrators only need to purchase the Rejoin Starter Kit and sign and complete a new Independent Demonstrator Application and Agreement.

The Rejoin Starter Kit Contains:

2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog (8)
2010 Summer Mini Catalog (8)
Guest invitation postcards (100)
Customer order forms (50)
2010-2011 Definitely Decorative catalog (1)
Celebrando Creatividad (1)
Two months free Demonstrator Business Web Services (DBWS) subscription

Former demonstrators will already have the stamping supplies they need, so, in order to keep the price so low, the Rejoin Starter Kit contains the bare essentials to help them get their businesses back up and running.

Details to Remember:

This offer is available to all former demonstrators*, however Stampin' Up! will only contact dropped demonstrators from the last three years.
This kit does not include any Stampin' Up! products.
Rejoin Starter Kit payment must be made by the new recruit, and not the upline.
Former demonstrators may add either or both of the optional add-ons to their starter kit. (See starter kit form for add-on contents.)
There is no Online IDA option for this kit. Rejoin Starter Kit order forms must be submitted by mail.
Rejoin Starter Kit order and Independent Demonstrator Application and Agreements must be received by Stampin' Up! by July 31, 2010.

*Only demonstrators who resigned on or before March 31, 2010, are eligible for this offer.

Please Note: This date does not apply to any demonstrator who dropped as a part of our quarterly drop process. Any demonstrator who has dropped as a result of not meeting the quarterly minimum is eligible for this offer.

As a former demonstrator, here are the forms you will need to rejoin:
Rejoin Starter Kit Order Form
Independent Demonstrator Agreement
Independent Demonstrator Application

If you have any questions about this limited-time offer, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Denise

New Idea Book and Catalog Release!

2010-07-07T13:18:00.002-05:00

Stampin' Up! has just released our new catalog for the 2010-2011 year, and it is fabulous! It is filled with lots of new stamp sets, new punches, and load of new accessories in our fabulous new Color Renovation colors, as well as Vintage-styled products.

Check out the new storage solutions for all of your dies for the Big Shot Die Cutting System - something everyone has been waiting for!

Remember, Stampin' Up!'s catalog is not just a showcase of our products but it is also an idea book with loads of projects samples to spark your creativity. "Recipes" for all of the 'Stampin' Supplies' needed for the projects shown in the new catalog can be found HERE.

When looking through the new Catalog, you will find that some of the individual stamp images shown, actually have outlines around them. This helps to identify which stamps have a coordinating punch to go with it. Personally, I LOVE the stamps that have the coordinating punches because it creates a more precisioned cut-out than I can do by hand, and it makes my projects get done that much faster!

Take a look for yourself, and see all of the great new offerings Stampin' Up! is presenting this new catalog year! Just click on the image below. To order Stampin' Up! products, you can do so 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from my demonstrator website HERE:

2010-2011 Catalog:

Click the catalog to download in .pdf format!
Click here to download the 2010-2011 Catalog Supplies

Special $99 Mini Starter Kit - June 1-30!

2010-05-31T10:31:00.002-05:00

Are you an avid stamper or scrapbooker? Don't you just LOVE all of the wonderful products Stampin' Up! offers, and how they all coordinate so beautifully with one another? Wouldn't it be nice not to have to pay retail on all of the products you need for all of your projects? If you agree with all of these things, then you will want to check out this fantastic opportunity Stampin' Up! has for you!

From June 1-30, you can become a demonstrator for just $99 when you purchase a special $99 Mini Starter Kit. This limited-time kit contains over $180 of Stampin' Up! products and business supplies. Plus, new demonstrators will get a box of the 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalogs in July!

Be one of the first to receive the new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! catalog! As a new demonstrator, you will also be eligible to attend our annual Stampin' Up! Convention held in Salt Lake City, Utah from July 21st through July 24th where you will be inspired with thousands of ideas for your new venture!

If you would like to learn more about becoming a demonstrator, you can click on "Join Stampin' Up!" on the menu bar above, or visit my Stampin' Up! website by clicking here. If you know you are ready to take advantage of this special $99 offer, you can join Stampin' Up! by filling out the Online Independent Demonstrator Agreement right now! The password you will need to use is "DK Inkers".

I hope that you will consider becoming a Demonstrator with me! Stampin' Up! offers great product at a great price, and supports you and your business every step of the way. I would love to have to join my team!

Denise

Convention Fun... Here I Come! Hope you join me!

2010-05-05T13:13:00.006-05:00

I am so excited that I will be going to the Stampin' Up! Convention again this year! Last year was so much fun, especially with all of the pre-convention I participated in sponsored by Sherrill Graff with Late Night Stampers. If you would like to see some of the fun projects I made during the Stamp Camps, Shoe Box Swaps, or traded during the general swapping of cards and 3D items at Convention all week, take a look HERE. If you are planning on attending this year's Stampin' Up! Convention and want to join in on the fun, here is some information for you! Please contact Sherrill Graff, if you would like to sign up. Her information is at the bottom of the list of events. I hope you can join us - you will come home with some awesome ideas for all different kinds of papercrafting projects sure to WOW anyone you make them for!

2010 LNS PRE-CONVENTION ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS

STAMP CAMPS:

This event designed to give you 8 Great projects that you can teach to your customers, one a month for 8 months!

Cost: $90.00 Tuesday Stamp camp still OPEN

Eight (8) projects made: all materials are provided except for adhesive. Participants bring: snail, a FULL roll of sticky strip, dimensionals.

Optional items participants may want to bring: paper snips, bone folder, and any other small tools you think you will need.

SHOE BOX SWAPS: Monday and Wednesday shoe box swap still OPEN

Cost $35.00

Shoe Box Swaps are done in groups of 6. Each participant brings enough materials for 6 people to create the project he/she has designed. Also bring one of your projects completely finished for the contest. The winners each get $50 in FREE stampin Up merchandise! Participants bring: snail, a FULL roll of sticky strip, dimensionals, paper snips, bone folder, and any other small tools you think you will need.

WOW DEMONSTRATION EVENTS Monday and Saturday wow events still OPEN

This event is to give you wow ideas to show at all your workshops.

Cost: $10.00

Participants rotate around the room to be WOW’d by demonstrations of fabulous projects and techniques. Be sure to bring a camera!! You may want a note pad and pencil too.

REUNION PARTY: This event has been full since March we have a waiting list for this event.

Cost: $35 included in the Early Bird “bundle” – limited seating.

Two (2) projects made, this year you get a Bonus project! all materials are provided except for adhesive. Participants bring: snail, a FULL roll of sticky strip, dimensionals.

Optional items participants may want to bring: paper snips, bone folder, and any other small tools you think you will need.

Contact Sherrill Graff if you are interested in registering for these events: istmpnv@aol.com

Payment can be sent via PayPal to istmpnv@aol.com

Technique Swap Card

2010-05-02T00:24:00.003-05:00

Today's card is one that I created for a Technique Swap that my unit is having. There are 12 of us participating and each of us will take turns presenting a different card-making technique to the group. We are going to be making samples of each technique and will be placing each sample onto a SU Sizzix Top Note Die for easy reference when teaching the technique to others. The technique that I chose is the Baby Wipe Technique. A baby wipe is folded over multiple times and used as a "rag" to swipe color across a piece of Glossy Cardstock. I used several drops of three different colors of re-inkers lined up in a row on the edge of the baby wipe. To create the flowers on my card I used Rich Razzleberry, Melon Mambo, and Soft Suede. I then used 2 layers of flowers punched out of the colored Glossy Cardstock with the 5-Petal Flower Punch. There is a single Stampin' Dimensional in-between. For the center of the flower I used the 1/2" circle punch and dabbed some Dazzling Diamonds glitter in the center. For the band on the card I used the Pinking Hearts Border Punch on Soft Suede cardstock, and the "Friends" sentiment from the Vintage Vogue stamp set was used. The base of the card is Old Olive cardstock spritzed with a tad bit of ink using the Color Spritzer Tool. A very simple card to make... but oh, so cute! I hope you like it - I'd love to hear your comments! Thanks for looking!

LIVE! New Summer Mini Catalog goes LIVE today!!

2010-05-01T09:20:00.004-05:00

Well, it's official... Stampin' Up!s new Summer Mini Catalog goes LIVE today! That means that all of the wonderful products that are available can be yours TODAY! Remember, our stamp sets are now available in both wood-mount and clear-mount! Here is just a sampling of what is available in the Summer Mini:

This Elements of Style stamp set is SO beautiful! What an elegant card this set would make for special Mother on Mother's Day!

Or... How about this King of the Grill stamp set for a Father's Day card for the man in your life, or for entertaining friends and family at all of those upcoming Summer barbeques?

And those school year memories wouldn't be complete without this stamp set, First Day! Great for every child's scrapbook of school memories!

This is just a sampling of what is available in our new Summer Mini Catalog. If you would like to see it in its entirety, you may download a copy of it here. Be sure to take a look - there is something in there for everyone!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me! To shop my Stampin' Up! website, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, visit: http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/denisekasanda/

Sunshine Award... Pass It On!

2010-05-01T00:13:00.002-05:00

What a pleasant surprise I had when I was told that I was nominated for the "Sunshine Award"!

Sunshine awards are given to bloggers who help spread Sunshine and a positive, upbeat attitude while sharing what we love and do. I was very surprised, and very honored and thrilled, to have received it!

I will wear this award with pride and think how lucky am I to be a part of this group of very talented ladies, who share of themselves so generously.

And what can one do with sunshine... but give it away!! The rules are to "choose 12". It is really quite a difficult task to choose only twelve individuals to honor with this award. I've tried to select some very talented women whose cards, scrapbook pages, papercrafts (and personalities) bring sunshine to the thousands of lives they touch. Here are the talented ladies that I want to pass this award on to:

Karen Barber

Becky Roberts
Jan Tink

Ladies, here are the rules for the Sunshine Award:
1. Put the Sunshine Award on your blog and/or within your post.
2. Pass the award to 12 other bloggers.
3. Link the nominees within your post.
4. Let them know they received this award by leaving a comment on their blog.
5. Share the love and link to the person from whom you received the award.

Sunshine is meant to be shared!!!

Thank you, Rhonda Nelson for honoring me with this award and to our newest recipients, we look forward to seeing your award on your blog and to your new creations!!!

Milwaukee Regional Swaps

2010-04-24T11:09:00.003-05:00

I had the opportunity to attend Stampin' Up!'s Regional Convention in Milwaukee recently. At any convention that Stampin' Up! puts on, there is always a wealth of information that is taken home. One of the things that Demonstrators ALSO look forward to at ANY Stampin' Up! event is the card and idea swapping that goes on! With this,Demonstrators create a card with a unique design or technique, and then "swap" with other demonstrators to get additional ideas and techniques that they can share with others. This is the card that I made for my swaps! I just LOVE how these colors look together! Here is the list of supplies I used to create it: Rich Razzleberry, Orchid Opulence and Old Olive cardstock; Cottage Wall Designers Series Paper, SU's Simple Flower Embosslit, Little Leaves Embosslit, Scallop Trim Border Punch, the Large Oval Punch and the With All My Heart stamp set. Sponges were used to add just a touch of ink color to the edge of the sentiment.

If you are interested in ordering products to create your own cards like this, you can visit my Stampin' Up! website at http://denisekasanda.stampinup.net There are several specials going on right now, including the springtime Two-Step Stamping Promotion where you will find select stamp sets available at 20% off until April 30th!. You can see all of the details by clicking here.

Thank you for stopping by... please feel free to leave a comment on my post.

Friends 24-7 Card Using My Digital Studio

2010-03-17T21:59:00.004-05:00

Well, I had so much fun making my first "My Digital Studio" card project this afternoon, I thought I would try another one this evening! hee hee!

Using the same design format as my first card, I simply changed things up a bit to create a whole new look! The colors that I used were So Saffron (I love that color!), Chocolate Chip and Very Vanilla, along with the "Friends 24-7" digital stamp set and the Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware. I was quite happy with how this turned out and am finding that "My Digital Studio" is really fun to use.

Let me know what you think... I would love to hear your comments!

My First My Digital Studio Card

2010-03-17T16:15:00.003-05:00

I took some time today to play with my "My Digital Studio" program and what fun that was! Here is my first card project. To give it a well-coordinated look, I used my Color Wheel (item # 105796) and chose the colors So Saffron, Old Olive, Close to Cocoa and Bordering Blue. The digital stamp I used is from the Razzle Dazzle set and is included in the program. Not bad for a first card project is it? Hope you like it!

If you are interested in obtaining your own copy of My Digital Studio, visit my website here!

Lovely Flowers Post-It Note Holder

2010-03-04T16:11:00.003-06:00

This adorable little desk top post it holder makes a great gift and went together in a snap! Using Stampin' Up!'s exclusive Scallop Square Sizzix Die (item # 1159500), I cut the base out of our On Board chipboard (item # 1143200) and covered it with the Lovely Flowers Designers Series Paper. Using Rich Razzleberry and Melon Mambo ink, I used the Rock-n-Roll technique to stamp a flower from the Lovely Flowers Bundle stamp set onto the post-it note pad; and inked around the edges of the Scallop Square with Rich Razzleberry ink. The coordinating ribbon is the beautiful Rich Razzleberry Polka-Dot Grossgrain Ribbon (item # 115613). I found mini gel pens at my local "dollar spot" and covered that in paper from the Lovely Flowers Designers Series Paper, and made a loop to hold the pen on the base with that paper as well. Four flat, clear glass marbles were used as "feet" on the base of the holder.

I received a nice compliment when I showed my project to my son's girlfriend (who is going to school to be a teacher). She said, "Oh, that's so cute. I think I am going to have to have you make all the cute little teacher's things I will want on my desk when I become a teacher!"

Hmmm, teacher's gifts? Great idea! She may be ON to something, there! ; )

Great News! Holiday Mini Products Carried Over!

2010-02-19T17:58:00.002-06:00

Great news! Stampin' UP! has chosen to carryover several products from the Holiday Mini Catalog!! These products are available now for immediate purchase AND will be available in the next Idea Book and Catalog. If you would like to place an order, you can shop with me 24/7 by clicking on the "Order Online" button on the left-hand side of my blog.

Item #	Description	Price
116794	Ornament punch	$15.95
116806	Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint	$5.95
116854	Frost White Shimmer Paint	$5.95
116807	Platinum Shimmer Paint	$5.95
116829	Décor Elements Blocks	$9.95
116824	Stampin' Up! Textured Impressions Folder Petals-A-Plenty	$7.95
116821	Stampin' Up! Holiday Windows Magnetic Movers & Shapers	$29.95
116819	Stampin' Up! Table Setting Bigz XL die	$42.95
116820	Stampin' Up! Embosslits Merry die	$11.95
116823	Stampin' Up! Sizzlits Merry Details die	$5.50
116822	Stampin' Up! O Christmas Tree Pop-Up Bigz XL die	$42.95
118140	Stampin' Up! Tree Decorations Sizzlits die	$5.50
118108	My Digital Studio	$79.95
116519	Charming stamp set	$19.95

I {Heart} Hearts

2010-01-25T14:56:00.002-06:00

On January 12, 2010 a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, leaving in its wake devastation so overwhelming that the Haitian people and their leaders can only look for help from the outside to cope. To help make a difference in the lives of those who continue to suffer from the effects of this devastating earthquake, Stampin′ Up! will set aside $2 from the sale of every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set and donate it to the American Red Cross. The Red Cross is already well-established in Haiti, and this money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need.

Who doesn't {heart} hearts? Especially the hearts in this delightful set. You'll love them even more when you discover they coordinate with our heart punches! Available in both wood-mount and clear-mount.

Product Name/ Item #/ Price
I {Heart} Hearts – clear-mount - Item # 118571 - $18.95
(block D recommended)
I {Heart} Hearts – wood-mount - Item # 117010 - $26.95
Clear Block D - Item #118485 - $8.50
Full Heart Punch - Item # 113693 - $15.95
Heart To Heart Punch - Item # 113694 - $15.95
Small Heart Punch - Item # 117193 - $5.95

In the past, when terrorists attacked the Twin Towers, when a tsunami struck Indonesia, when a hurricane destroyed New Orleans, and when wildfires ravaged Australia, Stampin′ Up! stepped forward and showed it's commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. This time is no different.

Help to make a difference. Order your I {Heart} Hearts stamp set today!

Lovely Flowers 3x3 Note Card Set

2010-01-18T11:26:00.012-06:00

Isn't this an adorable little gift set of 3x3 Note Cards with matching box? The bright colors used in this recent project of mine are so bright and cheery, they can help clear the winter doldrums for just about anybody right about now. I used the Lovely Flowers Designers Series Paper along with several of this year's In Colors and Old Olive. which coordinated beautifully with one another. Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive were used to make the adorable 3x3 note cards that are stored in the matching Melon Mambo box.

Andrea Walford's 3x3 Card Box tutorial was used for this project. Instructions for the box can be found here.

With the leftover cardstock, I even made a bonus set of 8 smaller "For You" cards. These adorable little note cards can be used in a wide variety of ways, and are great to have on hand for conveying thoughts, feelings and gratitude to those you meet each and every day!

use as a gift enclosure
give as a compliment card for anyone who provides good service
leave one with your tip for servers in a restaurant
use for love notes in your children's lunchboxes
use as little love notes in your spouses' car
use as tags for gift bags
give as an enclosure for flower bouquets you send
send a quick note for your child's teacher
use as a thank you for clients you may have

I hope you enjoyed this project, and will use it to help someone have a "bright and cheery" day of their own. Enjoy!

Designers Series Paper: Lovely Flowers DSP
Cardstock: Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ribbon: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry 1/2" Polka-Dot Ribbon
Stamps: Great Friend, Think Happy Thoughts,
Punches: Scallop Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punches,
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Dimensionals

Sale-A-Bration 2010 - Don't Miss It!!!!!!!!!

2010-01-02T10:12:00.007-06:00

Sale-A-Bration promotion gives reason for everyone to CELEBRATE!

Customers: Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $50 purchase (before tax and shipping).
Hostesses: Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $300 in workshop sales*, in addition to our regular hostess benefits.
*Note: This benefit only available on qualifying customer and workshop orders. Online orders do not qualify.
Recruits: Choose any retail stamp set (valued up to $47.95) from the current catalogs when signing up during the promotion. Plus, get 15 percent off your Starter Kit (Standard or Digital+)!

Starter Kit	Regular Price	Sale-A-Bration Price (15% off)
Standard Starter Kit	$199	$169
Digital+ Starter Kit	$185	$157

The Stampin' Memories Add-On can be added to these kits, but will not be discounted. Things to Remember

Orders qualifying for a free Sale-A-Bration product with a $50 purchase may be placed with a demonstrator, customer, workshop, or online order.

Online orders do not qualify for the free hostess Sale-A-Bration item at $300.

All Sale-A-Bration products (except the Scallop Trim Border punch) are exclusive to this promotion and will never be offered again. The Scallop Trim Border punch will be available for sale in the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog, but now is your chance to get it free!

Available January 5-March 31, 2010!

New Punches & Design - Coming to you January 5th

2010-01-02T10:09:00.003-06:00

Starting with the new 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog and continuing with all new punch designs going forward, Stampin' Up! has adopted a new body style for our punches! A few features of the new punch style:

Low-profile, rectangular punch body allows for easier stacking and storing
Punches lock shut for easier storage and transport
Dual labels on top and end allow for easy identification and selection when stored
Available in three sizes: small, medium, and extra-large
New punches allow for larger punched images and more intricate designs while providing greater ease of use.
- Extra -large punch images also allow for two-step designs like the Two-Step Bird punch in the Occasions Mini Catalog
Corner punches allow you to punch a corner design along the inside edges of a page, not just corners
larger, whole-hand handle design provides better leverage for easier use
Available in an exclusive Stampin' Up! color

Part of Stampin' Up!'s commitment to providing YOU with the very best crafting tools includes the belief in what we call continuous improvement. Essentially what this means is that even if something works very well, but they see a chance to improve it, they will work to make it even better. While new punch designs will be in the new body style, existing designs will remain in the existing body style for now. Available January 5, 2010!

12 Days of Holiday Sales You Don't Want to Miss!!

2009-12-11T17:15:00.002-06:00

Dates: December 11-22, 2009

Details: Our 12 Days of Holiday Sales is a great way for you to get discounts on select Big Shot dies and materials. See below for complete offering.

Things to Remember:

The sale begins Friday, December 11, 2009, 12:01 AM (MT), and ends Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 11:50 PM (MT).
Items must be ordered by December 15, 2009, in order to arrive in time for Christmas.
Discounts range between 15-25 percent.

Product Offering:

Item	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Discounted Price
114515	195	Flower Burst Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114516	195	Cherry Blossom Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115957	195	Thanks Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114513	195	Sweetest Stem Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115952	195	Hi Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115951	197	Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die	$74.95	$59.96
113446	197	Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
114509	197	Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$21.95	$18.66
113448	197	Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
113457	198	Tulipe Bigz die	$21.95	$16.46
115954	198	Two Tags Bigz die	$21.95	$18.66
114524	199	Fringed Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114523	199	Decorative Accents Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114534	199	Flower Bigz Clear die	$19.95	$15.96
113473	199	5-Point 3D Star Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113472	199	Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113470	199	Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113465	199	Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
115961	200	Perfect Setting Bigz XL die	$42.95	$32.21
113483	200	Pennant Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
113484	200	Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die	$39.95	$31.96
116760	201	Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
116759	201	Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
114890	201	Matchbox Bigz XL die	$42.95	$36.51
113458	202	Flower Layers Originals die	$15.95	$13.56
114336	158	Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114334	158	Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114337	158	Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
114335	158	White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$10.36
118797	n/a	So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118798	n/a	Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118799	n/a	Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118800	n/a	Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118801	n/a	Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118802	n/a	Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118803	n/a	Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118804	n/a	Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118805	n/a	Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118806	n/a	Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118807	n/a	Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118808	n/a	Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118809	n/a	Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118810	n/a	Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118812	n/a	Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118813	n/a	Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118814	n/a	Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$12.95	$9.71
118815	n/a	Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)	$14.95	$11.21

Holiday Extravaganza is going on NOW!

2009-12-09T16:50:00.000-06:00

Are you still shopping for Christmas, looking for that special "something" for someone special in your life? Well, make Stampin' Up! your one-stop shop for all your holiday gift-giving needs. With our Gift-Giving Guide you can quickly and easily find gifts for kids, teens, neighbors, and more! Plus, get a FREE Décor Elements (up to a $16.95 value) when you spend $50 on products in the guide.

Visit my Online Store today to place your order!
Download the Gift-Giving Guide (PDF)

Dormant Stamp Sets Will Be Retired Soon -- order them NOW at a Discount!

2009-12-03T01:47:00.002-06:00

Hello friends! This morning Stampin' Up! released a list of stamp sets, that have currently been on the Dormant List, which will officially retire on January 4, 2010! Most of the sets were originally shown in the 2009 Spring/Summer Idea Book and Catalog.

If any of these sets are on your wish list, visit my online website (which is open 24/7) to receive these sets before they are gone forever! I've linked photos and additional information to most of the sets. (Thank you Gretchen Barron for sharing the provided links) To view each set, click on the name of the Stamp Set! If you have questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Item Number Stamp Set
113407 Back Woods
114492 Beautiful Baby
114486 Birthday Wish
113200 Branch Out
114496 Celebrations
113732 Central Park
113206 Classic Sketches
113226 Classy and Fabulous
114498 Flowers in Silhouette
113405 Font of You
113216 For the Bride
114494 Forever
109425 Friend by Definition
114488 Fun Flowers
113716 Garden Greetings
114490 Glad Friends
111580 Grand Soiree
113242 Hit the Road
113710 Lexicon of Leaves
113236 Man's Best Friend
114423 Ocean Commotion
113728 Playful Petals
109276 Polka Dot
111544 Putt Putt
113240 Quilt Quips
113754 Really Retro
113403 Sip by Sip
113726 Sweet Stems
113250 That's Funny
113688 Wonderful Watercolors
114028 Para la novia
114032 Acuarelas Maravillosas

My Digital Studio

2009-11-24T08:13:00.002-06:00

Deals of the Week - Oct. 26-31

2009-10-28T18:11:00.000-05:00

Check out this week's Deals of the Week for some huge savings on Party Kits! Your kids will love them, but hurry... Offer is good only from October 26, 10:00 AM (MT) through October 31, 9:50 AM (MT)

Princess Party Kit - Item #116214

Price: $9.99

You can make your princess's fantasies come true with our Princess Party kit. Your little princess and seven of her ladies-in-waiting can celebrate a splendid happily-ever-after complete with invitations, decorations, and dazzling crowns to create and wear.

■ Contains products to create invitations, crowns, purse boxes, banner, and food toppers for eight

■ Coordinates with the Princess Time stamp set and Princess personalized name stamp

Pirate Party Kit - Item# 116213

Price: $9.99

Hoist the Jolly Roger and get ready to have a swashbuckling good time! Gather your little buccaneer and his or her mateys for a pirate party of the finest sort, complete with invitations, decorations, and eye patches to create and wear. This kit contains products you need to create party invitations and decorations for eight guests.

■ Contains products to create invitations, eye patches, banner, treasure boxes, and food toppers for eight

■ Coordinates with our Pirate Time stamp set and Pirate personalized name stamp

Sweet Treat Cups

2009-10-16T21:43:00.004-05:00

Stampin' Up! has a new YouTube video out for their all NEW Sweet Treat Cups. These can be found on pages 6 & 7 in the Holiday Mini Catalog which can be downloaded here. If you would like to order them directly from my Stampin' Up! website, they are product number 116802, and are used with the 1 3/4" circle punch which is item number 112004 and can also be found on pages 6 & 7 of the Mini Catalog. As one of the best new products Stampin' Up! has introduced, these can be used in a wide variety of ways!

If you would like to view more Stampin' Up! YouTube video tutorials, see the section titled "SU Videos" on the right sidebar of my blog. Enjoy!

Deal of the Week - October 12- 19

2009-10-14T13:29:00.005-05:00

Check out this week's Deals of the Week for some huge savings on Sizzix dies! But hurry..

Offer is good only from October 12, 10:00 AM (MT) through October 19, 9:50 AM (MT)

Flower Burst Stampin' Up! Embosslits Die
Item # 114515 - Sale Price: $5.99

With a little effort, this burst of sunshine will add volume and dimension to any project. The modern flower has an Eastern influence, and would look stunning used with the Eastern Blooms stamp set.

■ Use a Sizzix Big Shot machine, standard cutting pads, and multi-purpose platform with this die

■ 2-1/4" x 2-1/2"

■ Chemically-etched die that includes negative and positive images for cutting and embossing at the same time
■ Stampin' Up! exclusive die

Perfect Setting Stampin' Up! Bigz Xl Die

Item# 115961- Sale Price: $25.99

A perfect event needs a perfect setting. We've got you covered with our Perfect Setting Bigz XL die. With it, you can create cupcake holders and napkin rings from card stock, Designer Series paper, or other material. The cupcake holder is designed to hold a standard-size cupcake. This design is part of Shelli’s Signature Collection.

■ Can cut through multiple sheets of card stock, Texture Cuts wood sheets, window sheets, Décor Elements sheets, and more

■ Use with Sizzix Big Shot machine and extended cutting pads

■ Die size: 6" x 13-3/4"

Three Tier Cake Pop-Up Bigz Xl

Item # 116760 - Sale Price: $25.49

To purchase these items any time of day, visity my Stampin' Up! website at: http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/denisekasanda

Michigan Stamp Camp

2009-10-04T10:46:00.003-05:00

Last weekend my upline and I, along with 3 other demonstrators, had the opportunity to attend an awesome Stamp Camp in Michigan hosted by fellow demonstrator, and top-seller Jackie Bolhuis. We were on the road at 4:30am in order to arrive on time, but getting up that early really wasn't so bad because we had a great time... not mention a great navigator and bakery fresh donuts and coffee-to-go... thanks to Susan Kubira!

While we were there, everyone had the opportunity to create some really beautiful cards, and to learn quite a few new tips and techniques. Here is a sampling of some of the beautiful creations we made:

Susan, herself, presented a really fun collage technique; and although many stampers had to step a bit outside of their comfort zones to stamp in a random-type fashion, everyone really enjoyed the project. This tag holder is the fun project we created,, and it can even be used as a gift card wallet if you so desired. It turned out beautiful, don't you think?! I will definitely be using this technique again in the near future! : )

Thank you Jackie for hosting this fun event!

2009-10-02T09:41:00.001-05:00

Stampin' Up!'s Deal of the Week has returned for the month of October! Each week will feature a new special. From now until 10:00 AM (MT) October 12th, you may purchase a Trio Flower Punch, a 5-Petal Flower Punch or a My Way punch at the special prices below. These punches are regularly priced at $15.95! Get 'em now while they're hot!

Week 1 Deals of the Week

Trio Flower punch (item # 109183) - $10.99

5-Petal Flower punch (item # 109041) - $10.99

My Way punch (item # 110709) - $11.99

To order these great specials, or any other Stampin' Up! products, visit my website.

Big Shot Hero

2009-10-01T17:21:00.000-05:00

Now that you have seen all of the fun things you can create using Stampin' Up!'s exclusive Sizzix dies and the Big Shot machine, I thought you might enjoy seeing a funny video created by Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Linda Heller, with help from her husband Matt and some friends! Each year at Convention, Stampin' Up! awards demonstrators who come up with the best, most clever and creative commercial for their business. Linda won first place! Congratulations, Linda, on a job well done!

Cute Build-A-Bear gift ideas

2009-09-28T22:57:00.000-05:00

Stampin' Up!'s recent partnership with Build-A-Bear workshop offers a whole line of products available exclusively through Stampin' Up! Click here to see them. Take a look at these really cute project ideas I saw at Convention '09...

A cute magnetic board for Build-A-Bear paper dolls....

Simply have a piece of sheet metal cut at your local hardware store to insert into a same size lap-sized picture frame. Cut out several Build-A-Bear bodies with the Build-A-Bear Bigz Die along with some patterned clothing and accessories for either a boy bear or a girl bear out of Designers Series Paper. Create a background out of cardstock. The tree trunk and grass can be cut freehand, and the leaves can be punched out using the Scallop Circle Punch. This project will provide hours of endless fun!

And an adorable activity bag for little ones...

Need a cute little "activity bag" to keep your little one occupied in the car, or while you are out at appointments? This mini-tote is just the thing you need! Cut Build-A-Bear shapes out of fabric, and iron them onto mini-totes using fusible interfacing. Add some hand-stamped images from the Beary Best Friends stamp set; add some crayons and you have another nice gift that will provide hours of fun!

Look at all of these creative ideas on what you can do with the all of the Build-A-Bear dies. Transform ordinary handled lunch bags into adorable gift-giving bags.

How about an adorable Christmas gift sack using the Beary Merry Stampin' Up! Originals Die?

You can even make a unique Trick-or-Treat bag for your child with the Build-A-Bear Kooky Spooky Stampin' Up! Originals Die

Or an enclosure for a baby's gift with the Pawsitively Stampin' Up! Embosslits Die?

The ideas are "paws"atively endless! hee! hee!

To place an order for these items, or to shop 24/7 visit my Stampin' Up! website, and click on "shop now" in the upper right-hand corner.

Stampin' Up! Pre-Convention Activities

2009-09-07T16:42:00.008-05:00

During the pre-convention days that I was in Salt Lake City, I participated in a number of the activities of Late Night Stampers. I attended a Stamp Camp, a Shoe Box swap and two WOW workshops. Here is just a small sampling of some of the projects I either made or saw demonstrated. They were all fantastic!

At Stamp Camp...

This beautiful Flower Favor Basket was presented by Gretchen Barron. It was created using the Basket and Blooms Sizzix Bigz XL and the Daisies Flower #2 Bigz Die, some Designers Series Paper and Rich Razzleberry ribbon.

This adorable Birthday Gift Box was presented by Jann McCullom, and was created using two cuts of the Box #2 Bigz Xl Die:

Both projects were made using the Cottage Wall Designer Series Paper. We made a lot more projects than I have room to show you here, but these were a couple of my favorites that I had pictures of.

Here are some of the items I made or saw at the Shoe Box Swap...

These pictures are two variations of what I created for my shoe box swap, as well as general swapping...

A card and a small "purse" notepad were made using the Flower Lines stamp set from the Level 3 Lovely Flowers Bundle and the Thoughts & Prayers stamp set, along with Razzleberry Lemonade Designers Series Paper, In Colors cardstock and Rich Razzleberry ribbon. Love those colors!

The following are some of the other cute, clever creations that were presented that day. We all swapped at tables of 5 or 6 demos, but I was able to take pictures of some of the other tables' projects as well. I don't remember the demonstrators names who presented these, but if you do please let me know so that I am able to give them credit for their work.

Cute Game Night Favor Box using the Fancy Favor Bigz Xl Die

This beautiful Holiday gift item was made using the Scallop Circle #2 Bigz Die and a cake decorating bag.

Loved, loved, loved this one - a personal "Smores Kit" using the Under the Stars stamp set- adorable!!

... and a lovely "star-shaped" scrapbook!

WOW Workshops...

The following are a couple of my favorite WOW Workshop projects and techniques that were presented:

These are a couple of adorable little boxes made using the Texture Cuts Wood Sheets (can you believe it?!?) and the Matchbox Bigz Xl and the Bitty Box and Envelope Bigz Xl Dies. The birthday candle/card box uses the Party Hearty stamp set and the floral gift box uses the Dots and Designs Rub-Ons. Don't you just LOVE these?!!

This beautiful card was created using a bleaching technique! Bleach? WOW!

No need to use your Stamp-A-Ma-Jig for perfectly aligning anything on this project. It was created using a "random" method of stamping... and it turned out BEAUTIFUL!

There were a whole lot more project ideas and techniques presented than I could show here, and I could go on and on for days. But I don't want to forget to mention some of the other fun we had at these events, and that was the DOOR PRIZES!

I was so lucky to have won a set of exclusive Backgrounds 1 Texturz Plates for the Big Shot Machine, as well as a CD filled with awesome ideas for projects and classes. Woo hoo!! Thank you, thank you, thank you - Sherrill Graff (Late Night Stampers list mom)!! I had so much fun at all of the LNS events, I can't wait for next year! : )

Convention Swaps - Cards

2009-08-31T15:55:00.003-05:00

Before I left for Convention, I didn't have much time for making swaps other than the notepads that I created below. I did, however, have a little bit of time during the few days I was there before convention, and took some stamps, ink and paper with me to be able to make some additional items for swapping. I especially enjoyed working with all of the In Colors, and these are a some of the cards I came up with. Since I didn't have a lot of stamp sets with me, you will see variations using some of the same products. The last two are smaller-sized notecards. I'm really happy with how they all turned out!

Convention Swaps - Notepads

2009-08-22T14:32:00.002-05:00

Summer has been so busy that I never got around to uploading the rest of the photos of my Convention Swaps that I made to my blog. These are a few of the small-sized decorated note pads that I made for 3-D swaps. They were quick and fun to make!

Convention '09 - Stampin' Up!'s home office in Riverton

2009-08-15T12:15:00.003-05:00

Have you ever been to Salt Lake City? Well I had not - until this summer. In fact, I haven't ever really traveled west of the Mississippi until now, and all I can say is WOW, the mountains were just beautiful! Here is a view of Stampin' Up!'s home office in Riverton. While there, I was able to take a tour.

What an awesome place to be able to... Inspire, Create & Share!

Razzleberry Lemonade Card and Notepad

2009-07-26T16:08:00.014-05:00

Convention is only 10 days away and I am so excited to be going!! It will be my first time attending!

There is a lot to take part in in one week... a Shoe Box Swap, a Stamp Camp, a WOW Workshop - all with Late Night Stampers; a dinner and swap night with Splitcoaststampers, awards night for inspiration and oh so much more! I can't wait!

I have been busily working on the projects and swaps that I will be bringing with me.

This is my project for the Shoe Box Swap that I am partcipating in. The NEW "In-Colors" and the Razzleberry Lemonade Designer's Series Papers are beautiful, arent' they?

The card is a standard sized A2 card made with the Rich Razzleberry and Crushed Curry cardstock, and Rich Razzleberry Ribbon. I used the Eyelet Border punch to create the fancy edges at the bottom of the card. The little "purse" is adorable, too, and opens up to a reveal a tiny notepad that is small enough to be carried with you whereever you go. The stamp sets I used were the "Flower Lines" Level 3 hostess stamp set, and the Thoughts & Prayers stamp set found on page 52 of the Idea Book & Catalog.

I really love how they turned out and am looking forward to sharing them at Convention! I hear that there are prizes to be won at the Shoe Box Swap! Do you think I have a chance? I'd love to hear your comments!

Simple Beauty

2009-06-05T22:29:00.009-05:00

Here is another quick and easy card idea, using 2 cuts of the Stampin' Up! Top Note Die, a little ribbon, and stamped images from the Thoughts & Prayers stamp set. This card is one that I am sharing during a "shoebox swap" with some of the other demonstrators in my unit. For a "shoebox swap", each person designs one card, gathers all of the supplies needed for each person in attendance to make one of them, and brings all of the materials to the gathering. Everyone takes turns making one of each of the cards, and ends up going home with as many new card ideas as there are people in attendance. I am looking forward to seeing what great ideas all of the other ladies have come up with.

Card Details 3.5" x 4.5"
Stamps: Thoughts & Prayers

Cardstock: Very Vanilla
Ink: Creamy Caramel, Really Rust (both from the Earth Elements collection)
Accessories: Very Vanilla Grosgrain Ribbon, Sticky Strip

Tools: Top Note Die, Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, 1/4" hole punch,

Bugs & Kisses

2009-06-05T14:32:00.009-05:00

"Bugs & Kisses" - what an cute stamp set!

This adorable card is one I came up with for a card-making challenge that I participated in, where only products found in the Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Starter Kit were to be used. Inspiration came from great ideas I found at Splitcoast Stampers.

Here is the card recipe:

Card Details 4.25" x 5.5"
Stamps: Bugs & Kisses
Cardstock: Real Red, Brilliant Blue
Ink: Real Red, Brilliant Blue, and Green Galore

It was such an easy card to create! Are the caterpillars cute?

Great Friends

2009-04-29T18:08:00.009-05:00

Well, here it is - my first post to my new blog! Isn't this card cute? Last night I had the opportunity to get together to stamp with a friend and create this beautiful Friendship Card. The design was a cased idea (designer unknown), and was so very easy to create! The very simple paper piercing added a special touch to the overall card design, didn't it? This card used the Great Friend stamp set and was a lot of fun to make. I cannot wait to send it off to one of my very good friends!

Card Details 4.25" x 5.5"

Stamps: Great Friend stamp set

Cardstock: Basic Gray , Basic Black, Going Gray, Whisper White

Designers Series Paper: Walk in the Park

Ink: Bashful Blue, Taken with Teal

Accessories: Valet Ribbon Originals

Tools: Paper Piercer - Crafter's Tool Kit