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Martha Stewart Idea

Posted on December 5, 2007December 3, 2007 by Josee

Reading through the latest Martha Stewart Living Magazine I found an interesting short article about sending cards and I thought it was a timely share.

Question: I like the idea of sending out holiday cards but am not sure when I’ll fit it in this year. Are there any shortcuts that are appropriate?

Answer: "We’re all in the same speedboat around the holidays, so people appreciate the thought and effort of anyone who sends cards, whether or not she appends a leisurely personal note. An increasingly popular solution is cards preprinted witha  greeting such as "Happy Holidays from the Chamberlains." When the card is a photograph of your family, this seems fine, but, preprinted nonphoto cards are about as personal as the ones your dentist mails. Never send one out without at least a handwritten touch, like a "Dear Sally" above the photo, says Diane Gottsman, founder of the Protocol School of Texas. And it’s best to add a warm sign-off. Using computer-printed labels with a festive design can save time (and your hand), but be certain that your card won’t be mistaken for junk mail. Sometimes all it takes to make a card stand out is a pretty stamp."

Have a HAPPY STAMPING DAY! Josee

p.s. Don’t forget to look at my CLASS CALENDAR for my upcoming events. Register early for my January Open House!!!

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Blog Candy Give Away!

Posted on December 4, 2007December 3, 2007 by Josee

22 days till Christmas and time for Blog Candy!!! 

Christmas is my favourite holiday. It’s such a wonderful time to reflect on the blessings of the past year, to prepare for a new year, to delight in family traditions and to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

 My kids are just so excited and have started counting down the days till Christmas. This past weekend, I brought them to Kanata Baptist Church on for their annual Kids Shopping Day. The kids get to go into a gym full of gifts that they can buy for 25 cents to $3. This is the first year that my kids did this…and, they were so excited when they came out with wrapped gifts for everyone on their list. They are so cute about keeping their "secret"…they can’t wait to give out the gifts they bought themselves.

Ok….on to the FUN…..How to win this Blog Candy!

Leave me a comment with your favourite Christmas Tradition(s) for a change to win. Make sure you sign your name and where you’re from. You have until Dec. 10th midnight to post your comment. Good luck!

 Have a HAPPY STAMPING DAY! Josee 

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Featured Stamper: Stephanie Lefebvre

Posted on December 2, 2007December 3, 2007 by Josee

Stephanie shared 2 elegant cards with us at club in November. The first used THE SNOWFLAKE SPOT stamp set. Aren’t monochromatic cards great?! All you need for this great card is one ink colour & cardstock, white cardstock, some ribbon and one stamp set!

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Her second card uses BAROQUE MOTIFS stamp set. I love the jewel in the middle, it really adds "sparkle" to the card! Stephanie1

Thanks for sharing Stephanie!

Have a HAPPY STAMPING DAY! Josee

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News Flash: Retiring Stamp Set List + 5 great gift ideas!

Posted on December 1, 2007December 1, 2007 by Josee

The December 2007 Retiring List has been posted!!

Purchase your favourite retiring sets as a gift to yourself or someone else on your list today before they’re gone forever!

Retiring List-by page number

Dormant List

Remember, these sets are only available until January 1!  You can email me or call me with your order.

Now to announce the winner of my Retiring List Contest.  Thanks to all of you that sent in your guesses.  It was great reading all of your thoughts on what will retire! 

The BIG WINNER with 7 correct guesses out of 10 is Nancy T.L.!!!!  Nancy will get to choose a set from my retired collection!  Congratulations, Nancy!!

(FYI, we had a tie, so, I used randomn.org to choose a randomn winner.)

Gift Ideas from SU 

Click HERE for a great flyer to find 5 fantastic gifts under $35 each.

 Paper Cutter, $34.95  
Whether you have a passion for scrapbooking, card making, or paper crafts in general, this portable and lightweight cutter is a must. It cuts paper up to 12" wide and has easy-to-read grid  lines. (Item number 104152)

Big Flowers, $31.95 
With eight fun images, this stamp set is great for year-round card making and scrapbooking. It also coordinates perfectly with our Circle punches and Little Flowers stamp set. (Item number 109405)

Home Again Simply Scrappin’, $27.95 
Simply Scrappin’ kits make scrapbooking and card making easy and fast. Kits include Designer  Series paper, coordinating card stock and self-adhesive die cuts, ensuring your project will  coordinate perfectly while saving you time. (Item  number 109597)

Simple Serif Mini Alphabet & Numbers Stamp Set, $28.95  
Alphabet sets are a core product when scrapbooking and card making. This set includes both  alphabets and numbers! (Item number 109429)

Earth Elements Classic Stampin’ Spots, $30.95 
These 1" square ink pads are an affordable way to sample all the colours in a colour family! (Item number 105551)

Be sure to visit our online catalogue to see more great gifts!

Don’t forget yourself!  Fill out the Christmas Wish List and give it to your family and friends.  Or, fill it out and send it to me along with names and numbers of people who will shop for you! Also available, Gift Certificates in any amount!

Have a HAPPY STAMPING DAY! Josee josee@stampingjo.com

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Last Minute Reminders…ending today!

Posted on November 30, 2007March 11, 2008 by Josee

 Today is the last day to:

 Stock up on Decorative Series Paper’s as part of the Pretty paper special! 

Retirement List Contest! Details: Before November 30th midnight, send me a List of 10 stamps sets you think Stampin’ Up will be retiring.  On December 1st, the person who guessed the most sets that retired, will win a retiring set out of my collection. 

Register for my Gift Class! You choose: Silk Scarves or Tumbled Tiles. Join me for a fun evening of stamping 2 hand-stamped tiles OR 2 Silk Scarves. Cost: $25 (Demonstrators and Club Members receive $5 off) You’ll have the choice of stamps and ink to customize your projects!

 Take advantage of the Free Shipping! I’ll be closing my last order tonight at 10pm.  

Order from the Holiday Mini! Click HERE to view the mini. Get those tags, holiday papers, satin ribbon and library clips you’ve been meaning too!

    If you don’t have a copy of the catalogue, you can view it HERE.

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