Stampin' Tools

Clear or Wood Mount Stamps?

Many times I’m asked the question what’s the difference between clear mount and wood mount stamps so allow me to share with you the main differences and similarities.  Differences: Wood mount stamps are permanently mounted on maple wood blocks Clear mount stamps are repositional – it clings and unclings from your acrylic block. Wood mount stamps come in a sturdy clear plastic case Clear mount stamps come in …

Cards, Techniques & Tips

Break Time!

Sometimes days become too busy so let’s take a break–close your eyes and imagine sitting down in a comfortable adirondack chair sipping some lemonade surrounded by beautiful flowers. Ahh.. doesn’t that feel relaxing? A book would be nice…how about a Stampin’ Up! catalog to look through for project ideas? This image is part of the Peace Within stamp set which retires on May 31.  I …

Business Opportunity

Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit Available for $99!!

Have you ever hoped you could get a discount on your Stampin’ Up! supplies? Have you thought of signing up as a demonstrator but just couldn’t purchase the kit?  Here’s good news… Now you can purchase the Stampin’ Up! starter kit for the new lower price of $99 but that’s not all… you can also customize it to your needs.  You can choose ANY Stampin’ Up! products …

Styles of Elements
Cards, Friendship, Techniques & Tips

Friendships Are Sweet

Having friends in your life is a blessing and I have been blessed!  I have made many friends throughout the years–in school, church and even met some wonderful ladies that I would have never met if I wasn’t a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.  How did I meet them? They found me through my website!  But even among my special friends there’s always a friend that you’re closest to and can …

Miscellaneous

Retiring Accessories … Simply Said

Perhaps you have had a chance to view the retiring list and it seems overwhelming.  Let me try to clarify any questions that may be crossing your mind… You may have noticed that all the stampin’ inkpads are on the retired list – the colors are not being retired (except for the 2011-12 In Colors – Blushing Bride, Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade) …

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Retiring Accessories – Get it While You Can!

Stampin’ Up! has released its Retiring Accessories list with some items up to 60% off!!  Accessories will be available while supplies last so get your favorites today by shopping on my online store. Unlike the accessories, Stampin’ Up! will not run out of stamps since they manufacture them but they will ONLY be available until May 31. On another note… Did you know that today is Administrative …

Rolling Marbles Technique
Cards, Everyday Occasions, Techniques & Tips

Do You Have All Your Marbles?

Last week I met with my monthly technique club and we had a great time making this card using the rolling marbles technique.  The colors on this card are a little off, but trust me it is tempting turquoise and not blue! All you need is a reinker, marbles and a plastic container.  Need to relieve stress?  Then this technique is for you!!  Shake away until you …

Inspired By Nature Stamp Set
Cards

Do You Have a Favorite?

Have you heard?  Stampin’ Up! released their retiring stamps list earlier this week!  This year’s list is longer than usual in order to make room for more new stamps in the upcoming catalog coming out in June. The Inspired by Nature stamp set is special to me. I will definitely miss it as it is one of my all-time favorite stamps and one of the first stamps I got when I …