Flowerbug's Inkspot

Card Duo's - Kits to Go!

Do you like getting pre-cut card kits where the measuring and cutting is done for you?

I've been offering these card kits to go for my local gals for awhile now and they're loving them!  My goal with these kits is to give them easy to make cards they can finish at home quickly using products they already own.  I know many people are intimidated by designing and cutting out their own cards so this solves that issue!

I create two cards using the same pieces of card stock but show them that there are a few ways they can finish their cards and that they do not have to use the stamps I did. It's really fun for me and fills a need for them.  

I heard from quite a few of you that you would like this option also so I am going to offer it to my online or long distance customers too!  You receive 3 kits of each set, or 9 card kits total. The kits include all of the pre-cut card stock pieces and ribbons.  It does not include jewels or stamped images.  The first and last sets will include pieces large enough to stamp and/or punch images as large as I used.  The middle set includes the punched circles as shown. 

Here are the three sets of cards this month: 

I used Cucumber Crush, Watermelon Wonder and Delightful Dijon here.  The patterned paper strip is from the Cherry On Top designer paper stack which is double sided and reversed on the cards. The stamp sets are Birthday Blossoms and You've Got This.  

Here I used Night of Navy, Tip Top Taupe with Very Vanilla.  The stamps are from Butterfly Wishes and I Think You're Great.  

And lastly this is Watermelon Wonder, Pool Party, Crushed Curry and Tip Top Taupe. The stamps are Happy Birthday Everyone, Papillion Potpourri and Sprinkles of Life. The designer paper is from the Cherry on Top stack.  

 You have until June 24th to sign up for the kits.  

I am sorry but I ran out of product to fill these card kits for June.  They will ship out for those who have ordered them at the end of this week. The cost for long distance people is $12.50 which includes shipping.   It's $8.00 for local gals for 9 pre-cut kits. Any extra kits are just $8.00 each.  

Stay tuned for another set in July.  

WOW! Get two FREE Stamp Sets!

The New Catalog is out and there is lots to love and even more to want.  If you have a nice long wish list why not get some of it free? If you're already ordering more than $50 why not bump it up a bit and get lots more the less expensive way? It's a fabulous time to join Stampin' Up! and my Flowerbug's Team! 

What $99 Gets You:

• $125 in merchandise of your choice
• PLUS in June, TWO FREE stamp sets of your choice (no dollar limit so that could easily be another $80 value)
• FREE shipping (only local sales tax will apply)
• There is ZERO obligation to do a class, workshop or club.
• Ongoing 20% discount off all of your orders
• An additional 10% discount for a minimum order of $150 during the first 45 days
• VIP access to new product releases and pre-order before they are made public
• You can pre-order from the Holiday catalog in August!!!  
• Earn free stamps with various promotions
• Stampin' Success color magazine mailed on a bi-monthly basis
• Qualify for cash bonuses, product rewards, incentive trips and more
• I offer additional benefits for being a member of my team:
• Private Team blog with free tutorials!
• Private Team Facebook Group
• Team recognition and incentives throughout the year
• Free products of your choice twice a year based on your sales
• Monthly Team Swaps! 

So what are you waiting for. . . there's nothing to lose and everything to gain!

Best Thoughts Cards in the New In Colors

Here are the cards I made to display all 5 of the new In Colors for my Open House last week.  

This pretty image from the new hostess set 'Best Thoughts' is gorgeous and easy to color too.  I used the ink from the lid of my ink pads and an aqua-painter.  A blender pen would also work well.  The saying from this set 'You're in My Thoughts' can fit so many occasions and has always been a favorite of mine.  Remember you can choose this stamp set as part of your FREE hostess benefits with a $150 order.   

It's hard to see in the photo's but I did texture the left edge of the Black card stock with the new Boho Chic embossing folder.  

I added the soft and pretty In Color Dotted Lace trim under the stamped image gathering some of them first.  To do this I added Fast Fuse adhesive to the back side of the stamped image and pressed folds of the lace onto it.  It holds very well! 

 

Click on any of the images below to see or order them in my Store.  

 

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Suit & Tie Pocket Card for Many Occasions! With a Video!

I think you're going to love this project we made at my May Card Clubs.  I got the idea from one of my downline, Jane, who made one like it for our swap.

Isn't it cute?!  We used the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits die for the shirt and the Bow Builder punch for the bow tie.  But wait; there's more!

This card can also be an adorable baby boy card!  Now; these designer papers are retired but you can use any designer paper you want to.  We have gorgeous new paper stack patterns in the new catalog including the new Everyday Chic black and white dsp.

Remember that you can receive card kits in the mail that include cards just like this one!  Just join my Cyber Card Club and you'll get two unique card kits in the mail each month after you place a monthly order.  Then once about each 6 months you get free hostess benefits!  Email me at lagreff@gmail.com for more details.  

Watch my video to see how to make this fun and special card.  It's super easy!

  

Click on any of the photos below to see them in my store.  

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Sprinkles of Life - June Class to Go

I am loving the new Sprinkles of Life stamp set and coordinating Tree Builder punch! It's this year's choice of Ronald McDonald stamp set and SU will donate $3.00 with the purchase of each set.  Did you know that so far Stampin' Up! has donated over $1,000,000 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities?  Amazing! 

Look what you can make with these two items!  

I chose these two products to be my June Class to Go for many reasons; but mainly because of the versatility of the stamp set and punch.  The large part of the tree punch can be the top of a tree, a cloud, basket topper, ice cream or cupcake!  And I'm sure there will be many more clever uses people will find with it soon.

 

If you like getting pre-cut card kits that make playing and creating with your stamp sets a breeze you'll love these 'class to go' kits!  In this kit you'll get all of the pre-cut & textured pieces to make 5 adorable cards. You will also receive the step-by-step directions with photos of the finished cards via email in pdf format.  

You will need to order the stamp set & coordinating punch from me to receive the cards kit.  The cost for this class kit is below and varies depending on if you're local or long distance. 

You'll use your new Photopolymer stamp set and punch and your own ink to finish your cards like mine.  It's so easy!  

• Local price for the Photopolymer stamp set and punch with the cards kit is $51.
• For long distance customers I ask that those who want the cards kit order the stamps & punch from my online store. The item numbers are #139971 & #138295  (if you already own these products you can substitute other product valued at $39.00 or more.)
• Then I will send you a $7.50 Paypal invoice for the card supplies and send the kit to you in the mail at the end of the month.  Your stamp set & punch will come from Stampin' Up! in your order so you won't have to wait for me to send it to you! 

***If you already own this stamp set you can substitute another set or item of like price ($39.00).  I'm sorry but I do not sell the cards kit without an order.         

E-mail me at lagreff@gmail.com by June 23rd if you'd like to receive this month's Class to Go cards kit.

Here are a few more samples from Stampin' Up! using these fantastic coordinating products. 

Bow Builder Punch; Lots of Options!

My assistant made this for me after seeing one like it on Pinterest:  

Isn't it cool?  So many varieties of bows to choose from.  I prefer putting the pieces together with glue dots; they hold very well.  

Do you have this punch yet?  I'll give you another reason to get it on Monday when I share a fun-fold card and video with you.

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Paper Pumpkin is 50% off!

 

If you haven’t ever tried Paper Pumpkin, you can sign up now & get 50% off your first two months.

Offer AVAILABLE-  through June 10, 2015

For new subscribers only!  And BE SURE TO USE the code SAVE50 to join Paper Pumpkin through June 10, 2015!  You'll get 50% off the first two months subscription! You can then choose to continue getting Paper Pumpkin each month for only $19.95 + tax per month (free shipping).

Sign up by clicking here.

1. Click subscribe
2. Enter SAVE50 in the promo code
3. Be sure to add my name (LeeAnn Greff) when prompted before check out.
4. Check out.

 

These are lots of my favorite previous kits; many of which are still available now!  One of my favorite things about being a Paper Pumpkin subscriber is that I can order more kits if I love them!  They're just $8.00 for another whole set (includes everything but the stamp set and ink).  

Here is a Faqs sheet on paper pumpkin for you too. 

New Catalog Boards from my Open House

Yesterday's Open House was fantastic!  Thank you to everyone who came and helped make it a fun and successful event.  

As usual I was so engrossed in the event that I forgot to take photos of the people and food etc but here are some photos of the display boards:

This one shows a number of new stamp sets with cards I made and swaps I received. Here are some close-ups of each set and it's samples:

 

 ***Sprinkles of Life and the coordinating Tree Builder punch are my June Class to go stamp set!  I'll post photos of those very soon. 

I'll share more of my displays with you tomorrow. 

Click on any of the images below to see them in my store.  Please use this hostess code if ordering: 926YMMEF

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New Catalog goes live today!!

Woo hoo!!  The New Catalog is out!  Click here to download the new catalog if you do not have your own copy in hand.  

I hope you fall in love with lots of the new products in it.  I have a looong wish list I'll be ordering from today after my Open House.  I'll post some pics from that tomorrow.  

Here's the new catalog wishlist you can use.  And here is a list of the many 15% off Bundles in the catalog too.

And to sweeten the day, Stampin' Up! is offering a new recruiting promotion starting today - sign up to be a new demonstrator and you will get to choose 2 FREE stamp sets from the all new catalog!

 

 

Who doesn't LOVE free stamps - not one set but TWO!!!  It's up to a $205 value!

 

Why would you want to be a Stampin' Up! demonstrator on my Flowerbug's team?  I answer that question  HERE

Ready to join the fun?  Sign up HERE for just $99 (you get to choose $125 in products) plus two FREE stamp sets!