Showing posts with label Stamparatus stamp positioning tool. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stamparatus stamp positioning tool. Show all posts

Thursday, September 06, 2018

Stampin' Up! Country Home Stamp set

  • Stampin' Up! Country Home Stamp Set
  • Stampin' Up! Fall Occasions Card Class September 09
  • Seats remain for the Sept 09 Fall Occasions Card Class
  • How to Redeem your Bonus Days Coupons in September

Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Country Home


Another favorite stamp set from the Stampin' Up! Holiday catalog is the Country Home set.  I used it for a recent card swap and totally enjoyed using my Stamparatus and Blends Markers to create duplicates of this beautiful card.

You can download free copies of the Stampin' Up! Holiday and Annual catalog, at this link.  

The Stamparatus stamp positioning tool made creating a large number of cards so much faster than free-hand stampin' each image.  There were also no "mistake" -- half stamped images or sentiments; no misaligned flowers and milk can.   If you haven't invested in a Stamparatus yet, get one before you start your Holiday cards.  You'll be so happy you did!  I made over 55 swap cards in less than a week,  This was one of the card 5 designs I made.  Normally my wrists would require ice and several days of rest after that much stamping.  The Stamparatus made it possible for me to finish 5 different sets of cards in record time, with far less strain on my wrists!  My Stamparatus is one of my best stampin' investments yet!
      
  




If you order this stamp set, I also recommend you look at the coordinating Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. I used it to dry emboss a piece of Silver Foil Sheet to add an accent along the left edge of my card.  You'll love the stunning results you can create with this embossing folder.  The Holiday catalog also includes several new Blends Marker colors.  You'll want to add  them all to build out your Blends colors collection.

         

   

Directions for today's card:
  • Mint Macaron basecard  
  • Next layer is a dry embossed section piece of Silver Foil sheet using the Tin Tile embossing folder.
  • The next layer is Cajun Craze.
  • The final layer showcasing the image is Whisper White.
  • The image is stamped in Tuxedo Black Memento ink
  • The image is colored with Light Smoky Slate Blends, Light & Dark Old Olive Blends, Light Cajun Craze Blends, and Light Crumb Cake Blends





  • The sentiment is also from the Country Home stamp set.  Its stamped in Cajun Craze ink.
  • Three Silver Metallic Pearls were added around the image.  
   
This stamp set includes 8 different sentiments in addition to the lovely images.  You'll find yourself reaching for this set to create cards and packaging over and over for different Fall occasions.  You'll find more ideas for using the entire Country Lane Suite on pages 42-43 in the Stampin' Up! 2018 Holiday Catalog. This was one of the first sets to go on my Holiday Catalog Wish List, and it hasn't disappointed.


Recipe:

Stamp: County Home
Ink:  Tuxedo Black Memento ink, Light Smoky Slate Blends, Light & Dark Old Olive Blends, Light Cajun Craze Blends, Light Crumb Cake Blends, Cajun Craze ink 
Paper:  Whisper White, Mint Macaron, Cajun Craze, Silver Foil Sheets
Accessories:  Silver Metallic Pearls, Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Big Shot Platform, Standard Cutting Pads, Paper Snips, Bone Folder, Stampin' Trimmer, Multipurpose Glue, Stamparatus, 
  


To order current items, go directly to my Stampin' Up! store.  Stampin' Up! Sneak Peek Holiday catalog items will be available September 5.

Price: $110.00
Price: $10.00
Price: $7.00
Price: $49.00


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Fall Occasion Cards Class Sept 9, 2018

Seats remain for this class.  Join us to create these 6 Fall Occasion cards, Sunday afternoon, September 9.   We're using a variety of new stamp sets, punches and die that will give you a chance to try several different products and techniques to add to your crafting skill.  Start this week end and you'll get a jump on your Fall crafting needs.    

You'll love creating these cards and then sharing your creativity with others when you need to send special Fall and Holiday cards.  Pick from a variety of sentiments so each card fits your needs..  



Stampin' Up! Fall Occasions Card Class
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You can get a closer look at the projects we'll make in the Meetup Photo album for this class, and register for the class while you're visiting my Meetup registration site.  The photo album includes individual photos of each project we'll make. 


Class size is limitedso register for this class now.  Your class fee of $28 for 6 projects will include precut materials, and embellishments.  Use your PayPal account and send your class fee to my PayPal account at dje-ross@swbell.net or ask me to issue you a PayPal invoice for the class.


How to Redeem your Bonus Days coupons 




Don't forget to redeem your Bonus Days Coupons, if you shopped during August and received a Stampin' Up! Bonus Days coupon for your $50+ purchase.   You can use them on your purchases during September.  Now that the Holiday catalog is live, treat yourself to a new item from the catalog and save using your coupon. 

Live in the USA, don't have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, and need a copy of the Holiday catalog?  Contact me with your address and I'll get you a copy.


  

To Order:   


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. You select free merchandise from the current catalogs to add to your order.  You can also purchase hostess sets with a $150 order.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for your $99 starter kit.  After your initial $99 order for merchandise you select from anything in the current catalogs, place an order for the remainder of your Wish List as a demonstrator, and start saving 20% on your purchases.  Need help building your shopping list? Contact me, and we'll work through your starter kit order together. 

3.  Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! demonstrator if you don't already have one.  Let me know if you need an Annual Catalog or the upcoming Holiday Catalog. 

4.  Clearance Rack items - while quantities last.


5.  Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits.  If you've never tried Paper Pumpkin, give the September kit a try.  It's a special Halloween treats kit.  Order by September 10.

Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

Friday, June 01, 2018

Stampin' Up! catalog download available and tips for using the new Stamparatus stamp positioning tool

  • Download the new Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog
  • Why you need a Stamparatus
  • What you need to know before placing your new catalog order
  • There are two types of stampers who will place orders from the new catalog, Friday, June 1...

Annual Catalog Ordering Begins Today


While waiting for the Stampin' Up! website to update with the new catalog, I thought I would tell you about some of the new products in the Annual catalog so you can complete your Wish List before you order today, beginning at 1 PM Central.      

First, the new catalog is available for download.  Its a large catalog, so give it some time to download.  Even if you've received a hard copy of the catalog, the online catalog is a great resource for seeing larger photos of products, and also for quickly finding videos.  Look for the white arrows in the catalog. Click on the catalog image to download your copy now.    
     

 Stampin' Up! 2018-2019 Annual Catalog pdf


If you need a hard copy of the new catalog, contact me with your mailing address.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  If you wish to order additional copies of the annual catalog with your order, single catalogs can be purchased.  Item number 148889, $5.00 USD.

Why you need a Stamparatus


Fewer stamping error, create your own paper patterns, and make multiple cards quickly.  Here's a direct link to the video if it doesn't show up in your email.




    
While we're waiting for the website to update, take a look at what you need to know about the new Stamparatus stamp positioning tool.  If the video doesn't show up in your email, here's the link:  





Hints for using your Stamparatus:  The magnets are very, very strong.  However, if you drop them, they will break.  If placed on a table, they will "find" each other and they will easily break when they smack together.  You may find that you only need to use one magnet when working on your projects.  Don't place them on a table when not using them.  Store them on the back of the Stamparatus when not in use.  Many users have wrapped their magnets with washi tape to protect them and to make them easier to pick up.  Also, read the instructions before using your Stamparatus for the first time.  Stampin' Up! has provided more tips to help you get the most from your new Stamparatus.

Of course, with all new stampin' tools, there are techniques to help you get the most from your new purchase.  Here's a video showing tips for using your Stamparatus with your red rubber stamps.  The direct link to the video is here, if it doesn't show up in your email.





The next video shows you techniques for Creating Patterns with the Hinge-Step Technique.  With this tool you can create your own patterned papers like plaid patterns!    Two more  tips:  (1)  When creating patterns that run off the edge of your paper, cut a piece of grid paper the size of your Stamparatus and place under your cardstock.  (2) When inking your stamps on the Stamparatus plates, place a stamp case underneath the plate.   Here's the direct link for the video.






Stampin' Up! has created additional Stamparatus Technique videos and you may want to visit and subscribe to the Stampin' Up! YouTube channel to see all of the great Stamparatus tips and techniques.  Just don't do it at work.  You're likely to find yourself watching video after video and will wonder where the morning went.    

The new Varied Vases stamp set and the Stamparatus positioning tool is a great duo for getting perfect placement.        

  


 
Use the four sides of your Stamparatus plates to set up the multiple stamps for the vases, flowers, stem and sentiment so that one stamping error doesn't cause you to start over.  Instead, just use the Stamparatus to  stamp any errors again. The Stamparatus can be ordered with your new catalog order on Friday, June 1.  Check it out on page on 207 of the new catalog.






What you need to know before placing your new catalog order. 


The Stampin' Up! site will be down until 1 PM, June 1, as Stampin' Up! transitions to the new catalog items.  You can begin placing orders at 1 PM (Central) Friday, June 1.  

New Tools:  There are also several new tools you might have missed as you looked through the new catalog.  From the Stamparatus for positioning your stamps, to the new stamp cleaner shammy, to the new Big Shot Embossing Mat, exciting new products that will send you back to your catalog again and again. Look for these new items when the new catalog goes live.

Current stampin' Blends Markers updates.  The current colors of the Stampin' Blends are in stock and available for purchase on your June 1 order.  Thank you for your patience as Stampin' Up! worked to restock this widely popular product.  New Stampin' Blends colors are still on track to be available mid-June.   Stampin' Up! will update us as soon as we have more information on availability.   The new colors have a red "n" next to them in the new catalog. 

The Big Plans Planner Kit and refill by Stampin' Up! is delayed and will not be available to order June 1.  More updates will be passed on as they are received.

The exciting new ink pad designs.  Here's the direct link to the video.









Any orders placed with expedited shipping on June 1, will not ship out until June 4.



  
Download and print a Wish List so you're ready to place your order as soon as ordering from the new catalog opens on line.    Click the image below to download your copy.


 2018-2019 Annual Catalog Wish List


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There are two types of stampers who will order from the new June 1 catalog . . .


One type of stamper will place an order from the new catalog on Friday, June 1 and pay full retail prices for their order.  The other type of stamper will place a new catalog order and get the order at a 20 to 25% discount on all Stampin' Up! products.  

The difference?  The second savvy stamper signed up as a Stampin' Up! hobby demonstrator on June 1.  This smart stamper will place a Demonstrator Kit order for $99 and personally select $125 worth of merchandise picked from the new June 1 annual catalog.  Then, when this smart stamper receives his or her Demonstrator number via email -- usually 15 to 20 minutes after the smart stamper signs up as a Demonstrator online -- she or he places the rest of her new catalog order and future orders at a 20 to 25% discount. What a great way to support your crafting hobby!  

Once you're a demonstrator, grow your crafting skills with Stampin' Up! University, and attend Stampin' Up! events and local card classes.  Then decide to remain a Hobby Demonstrator or use your new skills to earn money while doing something you love.  Read more here

To place an Order  


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. You select free merchandise from the current catalogs to add to your order.  You can also purchase hostess sets with a $150 order.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for your $99 starter kit.  After your initial $99 order for merchandise you select from anything in the current catalogs, place an order for the remainder of your Wish List as a demonstrator, and save 20% on your purchases as a demonstrator.  Need help building your shopping list? Contact me, and we'll work through your starter kit order together. 

3.  Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! demonstrator if you don't already have one.  Let me know if you need an 2018-2019 Annual Catalog. 

4.  Clearance Rack items - while quantities last.


5.  Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits. 


Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/