Book a Class and you can make these ADORABLE projects!

I have a couple of dates left for March for private classes and I thought I'd show you the projects that you and your friends will make if you decide to schedule a class this month. I have to say….these are probably some of the most adorable projects I've ever made…I just know your friends will love them! What are you waiting for??? Call (613-836-4973) or email me  today and pick one of these dates!

Pick a date to make these Easter Stamping Projects:
Monday March 22nd 
Tuesday March 23rd
Monday March 29th
Wednesday March 31st

All classes are at 7pm and are held in my home studio in Kanata. You and your friends will get to make the projects for $5 each or get the class for free with a 30+ order).

(The bunny box was inspired by a sample on Stampin' Connection, our private card gallery from Stampin' Up!…just another perk of being a demonstrator!  It was shared by a talented demonstrator and now I can't find the sample again to give her credit, sorry)

Earn a FREE Shopping Spree! Stamp with friends, have a ladies night out AND earn free products, what could be better!? Contact me to schedule your fun stamping night!

What does a Hostess need to do?:
You supply the friends and a small snack and I'll supply the FUN!!!! It's really that easy!

Don't forget about the Big Shot Special

BIG SHOT SALE!!!

IF you've been waiting for a special day to purchase the BIG SHOT, now is the time! I'm offering a FANTASTIC special for the remainder of March.

If you don't know how great the Big Shot is yet…click here for more info! I absolutely LOVE this cutting system and use it all the time!!! 

Purchase the Big Shot this month and you'll receive:

• TWO Sale-A-Bration products for FREE
• PLUS TWO of the Stampin' Up Embossing Folders of your choice as a thank you from me!

That's an extra $65 of product for free with your machine, which is an amazing deal at only $132.95. 

To order this special, EMAIL ME or CALL ME (613-836-4973) with your order! 

BIG SHOT DIVA CLASSES
As a bonus, you'll be able to attend some FREE monthly classes to learn how to use it.

CHOOSE TWO OF THESE EMBOSSING FOLDERS:
Textured Impressions Embossing Folder create a deeply embossed image on card stock and paper. The die embosses one side of the paper and debosses the other side, so you can use either side, depending on the look you want to achieve. You can emboss an entire card front edge-to-edge or create a large embossed image. - Designed to cut through one sheet of paper or card stock at a time
-Die size: 4-1/2" x 5-3/4"
 

BIG SHOT DIVA CLASS
When you purchase a Big Shot from me, you join my Big Shot Diva Club for FREE.  Anyone who has purchased a Big Shot from me in the past automatically is a Big Shot Diva.  Big Shot Divas get to attend a FREE monthly classes that will be offered for the next 3 months. You'll create two projects and you will learn new techniques and ideas for making the most of your machine.  If you cannot attend the class, you'll get the project ideas by email.  The first Big Shot Diva class will be Wed. April 14th at 7 p.m.  If you have a Big Shot purchased elsewhere OR would still like to attend – the cost is $15.

 

 

Fun with textures! Faux Suede

This past week I was supposed to go to Syracuse for a Stampin' Up! Regional seminar. We were going to have a full day of stamping fun and they had even asked me to do a 5 minute wow presentation on stage. I was both scared and excited to do it. Unfortunetely the event got cancelled at the last minute due to severe snow.

So, I decided the projects I was going to show on stage would be perfect for my stamp club and my team's stamp and share night. I showed them 5 different projects that I had prepared and they got to make 2 of them

Here are some of the projects:

Stamp Sets: Loads of Love Stamp Set, Loads of Love Accessories Stamp Set

Paper: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White Cardstock

INK: Chocolate Chip, Going Gray, Basic Black, Blush Blossom, Close to Cocoa
Accessories: Blender Pens, Crystal Effects, Stamp-a-ma-jig (if desired), SNAIL, Spritz bottle with water

Stampin’ Write Markers: Brocade Blue, Basic Black, Creamy Caramel, Close to Cocoa

Can you see the shine on the fender of the card? I love using Crystal Effects to create a 3D shine effect!

To create the texture portion of this card:

Take a strip of cardstock and spritz with water on both sides of the cardstock and crumple in your hands, ensuring to create texture.  Set aside to dry. 

This is the card I was going to demo on stage, I actually used Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder to add DAZZLE to the designer series paper. It's really quite sparkly in person!

To create the textured butterly (chocolate):

Using your bone folder, work the cardstock and fibers of the large cut butterfly.  Make sure to do both sides and all areas but be careful for the middle of the butterfly.  You will see the fibres become loose so you can now tear the edge so the paper completely splits, this gives you a beautiful, textured, faux suede look.

Supplies

Stamp Set: With All My Love Stamp Set

Paper: Rose Red Cardstock, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Sweet Pea Designer Paper Stack

INK: Rose Red Classic Ink, Versamark Ink

Accessoried: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Beautiful Butterflies, Sponge Daubers, Paper Snips, Horizontal Slot Punch, Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Snail Adhesive, Bone Folder

You too can make fun projects like these as a STAMP CLUB MEMBER or as a DEMONSTRATOR! Ask me for more details!

March events coming up…

SCHEDULE A CLASS
As this is the last month of SALE-A-BRATION, it's going to be a busy & fun month! I still have some spaces for you if you want to get some of your friends together for a Girls-Night-Out, just let me know and I'll put together some fabulous projects for you to stamp! Easter is coming up, and I have the cutest easter card I'm making at my March Girls-Night-Out Classes! Email me to schedule a date!

Here's a summary of what's to come this month…get connected, get stamping!

March 2nd-STAMP CLUB
This month, we'll be making 2 projects featuring a Faux Suede Technique! I have some great samples to share and 4 different way's to demo Faux Suede. If you have a group of friends who want to start a stamp club, email me and we'll get one started!
 

March 6th-deadline to register for STAMPIN' GIRLS WEEKEND RETREAT
This will be a weekend packed full of stamping fun, as well as lots of laughs and chocolate! Take the weekend to yourself and kick back and relax. Come for the whole weekend, one night or Saturday only!  Click here for info

March 12th-Stamp-A-Stack
Time to get organized for Birthday/Thank You/Sympathy cards. Join me to make 12 cards that will feature a mix 3 each of 4 different designs. I'll have a bunch of greetings out for you to use…so, you can decide what you need!
$29.95 or FREE with a $75+ order made that night (Demonstrators can attend for $17.95) RSVP today!

March 13th-My Digital Studio Clinic (FREE) 10am-11am
Interested in seeing the My Digital Studio program in action?  Have you ordered a copy from me already and want to get a few questions answered? Join me for a FREE informal Saturday Day Clinic. I'll have some printed samples and my computer.  Feel free to bring your laptop and your questions! If you've been hesitating getting this fabulous program…now is the time to come check it out as the Sale-A-Bration sale ends this month!    RSVP for clinic

   March 17th-CARD CLASS
Join me to make 6 cards for free! Just order over $25 that night and your class is FREE. (Or you can pay $15 to attend; demonstrator can attend for only $10) Click here to register

March 26-28: STAMPIN' GIRLS RETREAT
This will be a weekend packed full of stamping fun, as well as lots of laughs and chocolate! Take the weekend to yourself and kick back and relax. Come for the whole weekend, one night or Saturday only!  Click here for info

March 30th: DEMONSTRATOR INFORMATION NIGHT (Chocolate & a Chat) Free
Attend this no-pressure evening where I’ll treat you to some real chocolate and all the information you need to decide whether Stampin’ Up! is right for you! This month you can join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator for 15% off AND get a bonus extra stamp set of your choice! There are 2 different kits to choose from that will SAVE you tons of money! You can buy the kit for the discount or to make some extra cash; your choice! No commitment necessary. Click here to register

Registration is OPEN-Stampin’ Girls Convention!

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!! 

Coming May 28 & 29th 2010
7th Annual
Stampin' Girls Convention
Don’t miss out on this fabulous event!!!

{CLICK HERE TO GO TO STAMPIN' GIRLS SITE & TO REGISTER}

 Why come?

• Great make and take's designed by Andrea…featuring products from the upcoming Summer Mini Catalogue!
• Technique Demonstration by Andrea Walford: I can wait to see what she has planned for us!
• Card Swap Contest (win a $25 gift certificate for best card)
• Wow Swap Contest (win a $25 gift certificate for best 3D project)
• Tons of wow presentations by fellow demonstrators, you'll be amazed by their creativity!
• Candy Bar (new)…do I need to say more? YUM!
• Great food
• Tons of prizes & a huge raffle!
• Goody package including approx.  $25 worth of supplies for your make and take's, including directions!
• Tons of little suprises
• An amazing day sharing your love of stamping with other just like YOU!
• If you bring a guest, you'll get a ticket for A BONUS BIG DRAW!

What to expect? 

Friday Evening

• Evening Session – Demonstrator-only Business Night

Saturday

• EVENT OPEN TO EVERYONE: Open to demonstrators and customer who want to have a great time learning tons of techniques and tips!
• Demonstrators: Strict no solicitation policy means it's a safe place to come with your customers!

{CLICK HERE TO GO TO STAMPIN' GIRLS SITE & TO REGISTER}

Hosted by Josée Smuck &
the INKredible Canadian Stamping Divas

Wonderful in every way…

I love simple and elegant cards I can complete in under 10 minutes. This card is a perfect example of a card I could make a bunch of and be happy with the results. When making cards, why not make at least two at a time?! That way, you'll have one to give right away and one to add to your card stash that you can use when you need it. If you just complete the card without adding your greeting, then you can just add a quick greeting when you need to use the card.

This card was one I did for my card class this month and was inspired by Ronda Wade. It uses our new EPOXY BRADS from the Occasions Mini. These brads are so darling and if you don't have them yet, what are you waiting for…YOU NEED THEM!

Stamps: Messages for Mom* (117016wood-mount/118580clear-mount)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic ink (100908)
Paper: Whisper White CS (100730), Chocolate Chip CS (102128)
Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch (113692), Chocolate Chip Sending Love Epoxy Brads* (117272), Chocolate Chip 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon (109051), Snail adhesive (104332)

*Occasions Mini

Buy the supplies for this card through my online store here 
Don't forget that for every $65 you spend, you get to select a FREE product from the Sale-A-Bration Brochure!

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