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Christmas cards classes with a kit to go or tutorial options!

Are you starting to think about Christmas yet?  I know some people start VERY EARLY!  When it comes to making Christmas cards it's best to start early, especially if you need to make a bunch to give or mail out.  
I start my Christmas card classes in September and run them through early December.  At each class I offer a group of 4 cards and they make 3 of each of them.  Here's the first batch for September's classes:

Aren't they great?!  (If I do say so myself!)  I am pretty fussy about the projects I made at my events.  I have to love them or I'm just not satisfied.  

The class dates are September 14th at 1:30 pm and the 18th at 6 pm.  Cost is $25 and includes stamped envelopes.  

For the first time I am also offering this class as a 'kit to go' for those who cannot be here at my class in Minot, ND.  I hear from many of you that wish you could attend my local classes.  Now there's a way to accommodate you, as well as I can that is.  

****This kit is available on my Tutorial Shop here while supplies last.  The cost is $25 plus $8 for priority shipping.

These kits to go are available to locals and long distance customers and include the following:  Pre-cut cards, die-cut, textured and punched pieces, ribbons, designer paper and envelopes.  (They do not include stamped images per SU policy or jewels such as pearls or rhinestones.) You'll also receive the written tutorial that includes photos, measurements, a supplies list and step by step directions.  

If you just want the written pdf tutorial here's the link to that. 

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If you're near me in Minot, ND be sure to stop in for my Holiday Catalog open house

Wednesday, September 4th from 4-6:30 pm! 

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September's online hostess code is EBBHNZS7

*If your order is over $40 you'll get my 10 cards Snow Front tutorial & videos FREE! 

**If your order is more than $65 you'll get the Snow Front tutorial, videos AND the new Holiday Rhinestones!   

 

New Trimmer and Blades Update

Trimmer Blades information from Stampin' Up!

Good news! The final shipment of Stampin’ Trimmer Cutting Blades (item 126995) arrived early. We expected to receive this shipment from our vendor in September and therefore told you we would provide another batch of blades in September. However, because the blades arrived early and we do not want to hold them back from you,  we are going to make these final blades available during the last week of August.

The final batch will be available on Tuesday, August 27, at 10:00 am (MT), and when they sell out they will be gone for good.

To be sure to receive blades we encourage you to place your own order through my online store. In the past, blades have sold out within minutes and individuals placing single orders have had more success than demonstrators placing orders for multiple customers. And remember, the limit is three blades per customer.

New Paper Trimmer

Also, we are excited to announce that we will have a new paper trimmer available for demonstrators to purchase before the end of 2019, which will sell for $25.  We will provide more information when the trimmers arrive in our warehouses.

From LeeAnn:

I would love to order blades for those who have requested them but the last time I had no luck at ordering for multiple customers.  I think you'll have better luck ordering online yourself. BUT be sure to order at 10 am MT on Tuesday, August 27th!  Set an alarm!  Honestly; they will likely sell out again very, very fast!

I am excited about the new trimmer!  We were able to play with the new one on the Greek cruise and it's great!  It's wider than the previous one and the base and arm are sturdier too.  I think we'll all love it.  AND it's less expensive than the previous one too!  Way to go Stampin' Up!! 

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Here's a card we made at my Team Meeting earlier this month featuring one of the new designer papers in the Holiday Catalog.  It's called Brightly Gleaming because it has lots of Copper foil patterns on one side of each paper.  I chose not to use the Copper side on this masculine birthday card here. 

I am loving these diagonal cards!  I call them Diagonal Duo cards because one piece of  DSP makes two cards. 

How do you make them?? Cut a piece of Designer paper to 3 3/4" X 5" and then cut it on the diagonal.  I eye ball it but you can mark the top left and bottom right at 1 3/4" for a cut line. Use these two pieces to make two different cards!  Add each to a 4" X 5 1/4" layer and add a ribbon or a card stock strip to bridge the two pieces. Then adhere to a folded 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" card.  

The Vanilla layer is stamped with the Everything Amazing stamp set that I cannot get enough of!  It's nice and large and has such great texture.  And I love that you can change the occasion by adding the upper and lower greetings.  And they fit the Classic Label punch!  Popping our greetings up on a card with dimensionals adds layers and 'dimension' to our projects.  I added a few balloons from the Balloon Bouquet punch seen here. 

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August Ordering special!  

Use this host code 7DKWTY3P and if your order is over $45 before tax and shipping

you'll receive a share of BOTH the 2019-21 In Color card stock

AND the Woven Threads Designer paper! Click here to order. 

'Let's Get Messy' Technique card class is next week!

It's been fun to bring back my Technique classes once again.  The 4 month series is called 'Let's Get Messy' because we're playing with ink, creating backgrounds and some slightly 'messy' techniques. 

Here are the cards for August's class on the 28th.  

Aren't they pretty?!  IF I do say so myself that is!  I love the pretty and colorful backgrounds.  If you've followed me for awhile you know I am in love with colors.  It's one of the reason's I continue to love what I do; colors make me happy!  Stampin' Up! has the absolute BEST in coordinating colors!  

If you want to attend the local class please RSVP by this Thursday, August 22nd.  Class is at 6 pm on the 28th.  Class fee is $15 but you can get it FREE with a $30 order placed that night. 

This tutorial is not available quite yet but it will be ready next month.  I do have my June and July Technique class tutorials ready now though.  You can check them out here on my Tutorial Shop. 

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August Ordering special!  

Use this host code 7DKWTY3P and if your order is over $45 before tax and shipping

you'll receive a share of BOTH the 2019-21 In Color card stock

AND the Woven Threads Designer paper! Click here to order. 

July Technique Class cards

I started a technique series for my local gals in June.  Each month for 4 months we're doing a 'Let's Get Messy' cards class and here are the cards for the July 31st class. 

From top, then left to right:

• A watercoloring technique for the Winter Woods stamp set along with a fun die-cut window!  
• Mosaic Mood Designer paper with the background changed from yellow to black!
• Shimmer paint stamping with the Good Morning Magnolia stamp set and Well Written bundle.
• Glittered tissue paper technique! 

If some of you long distance gals are interested in these techniques the directions for this month and the entire series will be available soon on my Tutorial Shop.  I'll post an update when they are.  

Local gals; please RSVP to attend the class by July 23rd.  Class is $15 or its's free with an order that night. 

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July Specials:

Use hostess code V674G7ZT.

If your order is over $45 I'll send you a share of the beautiful Noble Peacock Foil papers in your thank you card!

Plus! 

Earning Period (July 1–31)

During the month of July, every $50 you spend (before shipping and tax) earns a $5 Bonus Days coupon code, which you’ll be able to redeem in August.

There is no limit to how many coupons can be earned, so plan to promote it all month.

Redemption Period (August 1–31)

During the month of August, you can redeem those Bonus Days coupon codes!

There’s no limit to how many coupons codes can be redeemed, but remember that these codes will expire on August 31.

 

3. Get $40 in free bonus products when you join my Team in July!  

 

 

 

From July 1 until August 31, new demonstrators will receive an additional $30 to put toward bonus products in their Starter Kit.

THEN, they’ll receive a $10  coupon code the following month.

 

Earning Period (July 1–31)

During the month of July, every $50 you spend (before shipping and tax) earns a $5 Bonus Days coupon code, which you’ll be able to redeem in August.

There is no limit to how many coupons can be earned, so plan to promote it all month.

Redemption Period (August 1–31)

During the month of August, you can redeem those Bonus Days coupon codes!

There’s no limit to how many coupons codes can be redeemed, but remember that these codes will expire on August 31.

 

3. Get $40 in free bonus products when you join my Team in July!  

 

 

 

From July 1 until August 31, new demonstrators will receive an additional $30 to put toward bonus products in their Starter Kit.

THEN, they’ll receive a $10  coupon code the following month.

Celebrating in Salt Lake City

Here are more photos from our recent trip to the Stampin' Up! home office for my celebration.  Shelli posted about it on her blog here.  

This next photo doesn't show how nervous I was when giving my speech to the 'over 200' Stampin' Up! employees!  My husband said I practiced it a few dozen times!  It actually went well. I will you could see them!  

It was super special to spend time stamping with Sara and Shelli.  

We made a project from the upcoming Holiday catalog!  It's so cute!  Wish I could show you.....!  I will in a month or two. 

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Today we're off for another adventure to Rome for a few days and then on the Greek Island cruise for this years Stampin' Up! incentive trip. 

Thank you all for your support and encouragement!!!!  YOU make stamping a pleasure! 

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July Specials:

Use hostess code V674G7ZT.

If your order is over $45 I'll send you a share of the beautiful Noble Peacock Foil papers in your thank you card!

 

New Catalog Launch Party is today!

It's today and I'm ready to share the fun of new products with my customers.  I'll be sharing my displays today Live on Facebook here at 11 am CT.  

Here are a few more photos for you:

I'm offering a Good Morning Magnolia class where we'll make this beautiful wreath and two cards.  

The gorgeous Bird Ballad Laser-cut Cards and Envelopes!!!  

Our beautiful new 2019-21 In Colors or Rococo Rose, Purple Posy, Seaside Spray, Pretty Peacock and Terracotta Tile. 

Read about my exclusive In Color bundle offer here.  

Here's another class I'll offer in July; a fabulous Sailing Home Framed Sampler!  It's 11 X 13".  Details to come later....!

If you're near me in Minot, ND please stop in!  

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June Specials:

Get FREE Noble Peacock Rhinestones with any $50 order in June! 

*Remember you get customer rewards from me too!  Check those out here. 

Please use this hostess code: GMVHZA9J

Order here