Stamp Set Book

I am putting together a book of all my stamp sets and stamping them in the color I have coded them with in my hutch. It is a wonderful tool to keep track of what I have. I mark it R for "retired" as well. Now I can just go through my book and remind myself of what stamps I have when I am ready to make a card, scrapbook page, or project! As you could probably tell, I have a hard time giving up stamp sets even though they are retired~ I do sell quite a few at my workshops though when the new catalog comes out.

More Stamp Book

More pages, color coordinated with type of stamp set.

New In Colors: Rich!

I just got my new "In Color" cardstock and had to try it out. Using "Pocket Silhouettes" as my stamp set, I inked the stamp up with the new "In Color" markers! The colors really are rich and fun to work with. With my new Color Spritzer, I speckled the white cardstock too. Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry, and Melon Mambo are the colors I used. The card rests on top of the coordinating designer paper, Razzleberry Lemonade. A yellow Circle of Fire brad adorns the Petal Punch. My fun Scallop Edge punch brings in that Crushed Curry. To add a little different design I punched the edges of the card and the stamped image with my 3/16th inch corner rounder. You can order all the new cardstock beginning July 1. Lots of beautiful stampin is ahead with the new catalog!

My Stamping Area Before Picture!

This is my work area before I redid it with simple and very reasonable storage from Ikea. I was getting so frustrated by not being able to put my fingers on my tools easily because everything was crammed into a drawer. I was always missing something!

My New Stampin Studio Revealed!

I feel so organized now! With these Ikea units which include an attached desk, I can stamp my heart out. The brown storage boxes contain tools and supplies like envelopes, embellishments, my brads and buttons, a file of designer series papers, drawers with business supplies ( these can be bought separately to go in the storage unit) and little lights that attach (Ikea) give me great lighting. The hanging lamp and chair are Ikea too. I still use my plastic storage units for all those miscellaneous embellishments, tools ect. My stamps are stored in an antique pie safe next to the Big Shot table. I will show you that in a couple days and share how I organize my stamp sets. I added some designer paper to the side of the plastic storage unit to match my accent colors...lime green! The Ikea magazine holders on top contain my Stampin Success magazines and past cataloges. Tell me what you think!

Big Shot Designated Work Space

This desk has become my Big Shot work area. It is right across from my Ikea desk. So nice to have a specific place to use this wonderful crafting product! Since my die cuts are few...they simply stay in the plastic container on the top shelf!!! The file cabinet below contains all my In Color cardstock.

Stamp Pad and Ribbon Storage

I love these stamp pad and storage units I found online at www.organizemore.com. I also use the criss cross Rubber Maid units for my Stampin Up markers. Everything is right at my fingertips! ( The new Stampin Up! catalog, In Color cardstock and In Color markers and designer paper sit on my desk!)

Punch Storage

My punches are stored on these metal racks from Ikea which come in two different lengths. This is the shorter length. My apron is always handy. ( I have one more to hang up though since my punch stash is expanding!)

Bookmarks

These are easy to make bookmarks! I used the retiring specialty cardstock "Sweet Slumber Specialty" for this project. I scored a 5"x5" piece criss cross wise, and then cut out one of the triangles, folded it and inserted some ribbon. Then I taped inside and added these embellishments cut out of the circle scallop punch and 1 1/4" circle punch. The stamps I used are, "A Flower for all Season," and "Dreams Du Jour (butterfly)" and the Sale A Bration Punch set. Colors are Baja Blue and Robin Hood Red...all retiring soon. These would make a sweet little gift to include with a book you either loan or give as a gift...you could make a card to coordinate!

Bye Bye "Just B"

Another one of my favorites..."Just B" is going away June 30th. For birthday, for baby, for any occasion, this set can do it all. It is #115000.

"Heartfelt Thanks" Last Chance

Just another way to use Heartfelt Thanks!

New Stampin Up! In Colors!

Here they are: Rich Razelberry, Melon Mango, Dusty Durango, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry and Burmuda Bay! All new Stampin Up! products will be available to order July 1, through my website or just email me!

Last Chance for "Heartfelt Thanks"

One of my favories is going away! "Heartfelt Thanks" is a set I plan to keep because of it's vesatility and because I love the watercolor look it creates. This card is made with a background of Lovely Lilac and layerd on So Saffron and Certaily Celery. You can see the two step detailing and the fun "Thanks" sentiment add dimention and creativity to this stamp set. If you want it...order it by June 30th. it is #114980. You can click on my website to order! I will be posting more "Last Chance" sets.

Retired Stampin Up! Stamps and Accessories

Please click this link to view all "last chance" products. Then log in as a customer and "checkout" to place an order! Order soon while supplies last!
http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=322

Summer Time Promotions=Bonus Hostess Benefits!

Team up with a friend and hold a "Catalog Party!" On June 1st Stampin Up! releases their "Last Chance" stamps...those retiring in order to make way for the new catalog products. What better time to stock up on stamp sets and accessories and receive bonus hostess benefits. It works like this...
Either place an on-line order of $250-$399.99 , or email me your order directly, and you will receive, in addition to the regular hostess benefits, an additional $20 in free Stampin Up merchandice of your choice! After June 1st, check this site for listings of these "Last Chance" products. They will sell out quickly, so get your order in soon! Even if you order the minimum of $150 Stampin Up product to receive hostess benefits, you are gaining some new products for your stampin fun! So get friends and family together for a little shopping and ask me to order you a new Stampin Up! catalog, yours for $10, or free when you place a $150 or have a workshop in your home...or my studio~ (Go to "My Website" and click to order!)

Stampin Up New Catalog Coming July 1st!

In a surprize move by Stampin Up! and due to demonstrator and customer input...Stampin Up! is going back to a one catalog a year format. June 1st the "Last Chance" stamp sets will be posted. These are the sets retiring to make way for the new sets coming out in July. Soon after that the retiring accessories list will come out. I will keep you posted as to these lists. Just keep checking this blog!

Brayered Roses: Stamp Camp Project Preview

These are the brayered roses from Patty Bennett that inspired me to have the upcoming Stamp Camp. We will use an embossing technique as well as the brayer to make these simple cards! Hope you can come. The class is only $15 and it is on May 19th from 6:30-9:oo p.m. and on May 24th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. We will make at least 5 cards, more if time allows! Email me if you want to come!

Thoughts and Prayers

I am going to send this card to a friend who recently lost her father. This set has just the right sentiments. With the tree image stamped in Basic Brown and a little So Saffron sponged around the leaves, the Top Note Die is just the right background. the sentiment is stamped on the Sale A Bration Designer paper and mounted on Basic Brown cardstock. Bashful Blue cardstock provides the base for this simple sympathy card.

"Friends 24-7"

This is the new set called "Friends 24-7" and I just love the variety of looks you can get with this versatile stamp set. You see the flower and sentiment on this card and the card below has the sweet little birdie and background flourish stamp. I used Almost Amethyst for the base of my card, and Elegant Eggplant as a layering contrast. The scallop punch is an easy way to make a card special...as well as adding some brads, these from the Soft Subtle set.

"Friends 24-7"

I added the "Friendly Words" jumbo wheel to this card. It goes so well with the "Friends 24-7" set. The little bird is inked in Baja Breeze and I used the same color grograin ribbon. Kiwi Kiss cardstock provides the background.