Flowerbug's Inkspot

Crazy HUGE BOGO & Fundraiser Event; Septemer 29th.

Tuesday, September 29th I'm holding a HUGE Birthday BOGO Sale!  (It's my birthday today!)  I'm selling 100's of retired Stampin' Up! products at this event.  I don't save any of my retired items and have to clear it all out to make room for new!  *I've vowed to myself I won't store anything outside of my studio. 

If you're local to me in Minot, tell your friends about this amazing event where you get FREE product with purchase of retired items.  Yes!  It's crazy! 

I may be able to offer some extras to long distance customers after the event.  There's just too much to list until some is sold.  

It's at my home studio at 429 Cedon Drive in Minot, ND from 4-7 pm.  

• Come with a wish list for quick ordering
• Stock up on card stock, In Colors or anything in our three catalogs!
• Masks are encouraged! 
• There should be plenty of room to shop; retired items are outside and ordering is in! 
• Orders can be shipped to your home or mine; your choice!

At the same time we're holding a Medical fundraiser for my stamping friend Donna who has had multiple hospitalizations and surgeries.  Insurance isn't covering much at all.  We're selling hand made cards, gifts, baked goods and more. Free will offerings accepted! 

Remember this is a rare event; don't miss it! 

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Current Host code is HYSHW6QB

Get a free package of All the Trimming embellishments in September with an

online order over $55. 

*Remember that if your order is over $99 you should consider purchasing the Starter kit here.

And if it's over $150 you should definitely get the Starter kit.  

Order online here

 Get my Beautiful Autumn pdf tutorial free with any online order in September!

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 13 cards!

24 hour Stamps Sale; Wednesday only!!!!

The Biggest stamp sale of the year starts tomorrow!  

This short, stamp-tacular sale only happens once a year—you won’t want to miss out on these super savings!

Click on any of the images below to see them in my store.  If you're reading this in an email be sure to click here to get to my actual blog. Then all links will work!  

And it's a Double Whammy!  You can choose to add these discounted stamps to your starter kit for even greater savings!  The Starter Kit is already discounted at 20% off plus free shipping. Add another 15% and WOWsers!!!  Click here to get the deal.

 

 

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Current Host code is HYSHW6QB

Get a free package of All the Trimming embellishments in September with an

online order over $55. 

*Remember that if your order is over $99 you should consider purchasing the Starter kit here.

And if it's over $150 you should definitely get the Starter kit.  

Order online here

 Get my Beautiful Autumn pdf tutorial free with any online order in September!

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 13 cards!

October's Christmas Cards Class; or choose the tutorial only.

Last week was my first set of Christmas card classes and in 2 weeks will be the second set.  

I always enjoy creating the cards for these classes.  It can be a challenge to keep them simple but striking!  Here's this month's set: 

I chose to feature a few new stamp sets or bundles from the 2020 Holiday Catalog.

From top left to bottom right:

• Snow Wonder bundle in Misty Moonlight & black 
• Poinsettia Petals bundle in Real Red & Mossy Meadow
• Joyful Holiday with Gleaming Ornaments, Cherry Cobbler, Shaded Spruce & Green Foil paper
• Life is Beautiful in Early Espresso & Balmy Blue

Class will be on both October 12th & 16th and we'll make 3 of each card with coordinating envelopes.

If you're not local to Minot, ND you can purchase the pdf tutorial too. Check it out here to see this one and September's too.  These tutorials are great for personal use or for class projects too!

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Current Host code is XS29RXQK

Get a free package of All the Trimming embellishments in September with an

online order over $55. 

*Remember that if your order is over $99 you should consider purchasing the Starter kit here.

And if it's over $150 you should definitely get the Starter kit.  

Order online here

 Get my Beautiful Autumn pdf tutorial free with any online order in September!

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 13 cards!

Window cards for tonight's FB Live; stamp right along with me!

Here are the cards for tonight's FB live projects.  Monday night's videos are designed for you to stamp right along with me.

Gather some supplies, pre-cut your pieces and join me here at 7: 30 pm CT.  The measurements are below.

For the card above I used the Flowers for Every Season designer paper and the Tasteful Labels dies.  There are two separate pieces of Misty Moonlight and White CS below the DSP panel.  The greeting is from the Lovely You stamp set. 

I used the Lovely You stamp set in Magenta Madness and Just Jade.  That pretty texture is the Dainty Diamonds embossing folder. The window is made with the Label Me Lovely punch seen here. 

I had to use my new favorite stamp set Forever Fern for this window card.  I stamped the same leaf image repeatedly in Misty Moonlight, Cinnamon Cider and Crumb Cake.  Love blues and browns together!  The circle is a 2" punch and the pretty label die is the Tasteful Labels again. My favorite set of label dies now! 

Measurements:

• Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
  Main window layer 3 1/2" X 4 3/4"
  Layered piece 3 3/4" X 5" (the Magenta card has a tighter layer; 3 5/8" X 4 7/8")

Use Designer paper, stamped or textured card stock and assorted dies or punches for your windows; layer them if you'd like.

Supplies:

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  Punches - Label Me Lovely, 2" circle, Medium Daisy, Confetti Flowers Border punches
  Designer series paper - Flowers for Every Season
  Ink & Card stock - 2020 In colors, Crumb Cake & White
  Dies - Tasteful Labels
  Stamps - Forever Fern, Lovely You
  Other - jewels, embossing folder, dimensionals, sponge

 

Join me tonight when I make these three cards! 

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Are you planning a nice sized order soon?  If so choose the best deal in the catalog and pick any bundle of your choice FREE!  

Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

Order online here

 

Exclusive In Color Bundle special offer through Friday only!

I'm so excited!  Today is my annual New Catalog Launch Party from 2-6 pm and I am giving out the new catalogs!!!. My local customers are invited to stop by and browse the new products and project boards.  Our state is allowing gatherings now but I know some people aren't quite ready yet so they can drop in from 4-6 pm and pick up their catalog. 

For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook.  I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!  

I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more. 

I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!  

            If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal! 

This offer is only available through Friday! 

My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!

• 5 new In Color ink pads
• 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
• 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
• full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
• Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
• 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
• FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!

How do you get it? 

• Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.  
• Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping.  Contact me to order by Friday!

Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping!  See that option here. 

 *These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues. 

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June Specials

Today is the last day to get any of the Last Chance items!  

Get my new Lovely You tutorial' free with any online order in June.

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

Order online here

Spring Retreat; get it in a bag 'to go'!

Due to the current pandemic our Spring Retreat has been changed to a kit to go.  Sadly I won't get to pamper my gals at the event but everyone can stamp safely in the comfort of your own home.  I have a bunch of fabulous projects, gifts and surprises planned for the kits to go!   

Cost is $45 and includes the following:
- $20 in Stampin' Up! products (including the Well Dressed Designer paper) and 20 projects!!
- a pre-cut cards and gifts class with 12 projects (including 8 fun fold cards!) with envelopes
- a Birthday cards class with 8 cards with envelopes
- printed tutorials for both classes!
- cute surprises and yummy treats

 

*Pre-pay by tomorrow, April 7th to get a free, super cute bonus project!

Registration is closed for this event. 

*Projects will not be stamped but will need mostly greetings; we'll do the rest for you!
*Opt for pick up or add $12 for shipping directly to you. 

 

 

Ssh, here's a sneak peak of one of the classes:

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Two April ordering specials to choose from:

All online orders in April will receive my tutorial of the month; with 16 cards

featuring the Ornate Garden products seen here.

Orders between $55 and $99 will receive a free Simple Shammy!

Use this host code for April: MMM4SXSB  

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Or....

Join my $1000 party! 

The first 10 people in April to order over $100 using this exclusive party host code 49HFZ6G3 will get a free Little Ladybug cards class that includes the stamp set and a 4 pre-cut cards kit! 

I have 8 spots left as of today.

 

Pleased as Punch Cards kit to go; bright and springy!

For February I chose to feature the new Pleased as Punch designer paper for my cards kit to go.  It's bright and springy and coordinates with 4 of our newest punches!  The Tulip, Umbrella, Heart Punch pack and new Blossom punches are the four. 

 

I absolutely love these cards! All of the 5 designs are unique fun fold cards which are always a delight to create and fun for the recipient.  Here's a photo of the Pleased as Punch designer paper; available now!  

*You do not need to own the punches to complete these cards.  They are easy to fussy cut! 

I used the following inks: Gorgeous Grape, Balmy Blue and Calypso Coral.

 

This kit to go includes $20 in actual product (before tax & shipping).  You're getting the 10 cards kit for just $5.35!  

*If you like pre-cut cards you will LOVE my monthly kits to go!  

 

I added the Under My Umbrella bundle for most of my images and greetings.  It has wonderful greetings that coordinate perfectly with the umbrella images. 

 

The cards kit to go includes the following:

• a pre-cut cards kit for 10 fancy fold cards; including die-cuts and many punched pieces
• Free pdf instructions with photos, measurements (to make more), step by step instructions and a supplies list
• 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Pleased as Punch Designer Series Paper
• 1 full package of the Gingham Gala adhesive-backed rhinestones
• 1 full spool of 5/8" White polka dot tulle ribbon

**You have through February 16th to RSVP for this kit.  It's $29 for locals and $36 for long distance and includes Priority Shipping.

 

If you'd like to add on the Under My Umbrella bundle (above) please let me know.  If you do add it on, (or anything else of $30 or more) I will combine shipping AND you get a free Sale-a-Bration choice! See the free items here. 

 

*I am also offering it as a local class this month on February 29th at 10 am at the church.  Please RSVP by the 16th to attend. 

 

***Be sure to RSVP by the 16th to get your kit! 

 

It's just $29 for locals and $36 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out at the end of February and the pdf tutorial is emailed.  

 

 

 

*You are subscribing to my monthly card kits but can cancel at any time. 

*I can also send you a PayPal invoice for this month's kit.  Email me at lagreff@gmail.com

 

If you're interested in purchasing only the tutorial it is $15.  You can see it here on my Tutorial Shop. 

 

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.