Spring Occasions Catalog (not so mini) Haul

If you can't stop thinking about it...buy it

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Definitely words to live by:)

Since Stampin' Up! has started Saleabration and the new Spring catalog was unveiled, I had a couple moments of weakness and splurged. Actually, it started with card stock, then, the matching ink pads, oh, and, that die would look cute with that DSP...you get the picture:)

So, here's the first of the "mini" hauls:

Okay, maybe not so mini...I won't go item by item, but, I did lump all of the similar products in the next few pics:

The extras/embellishments

Project Life

Project Life Add On Kit

The stamp sets

The punches

 

Project Life card thin lit die
*I have to admit - this was a major impulse buy for me - I think I got it for the label dies

The paper

And, my free Sale-a-bration items!
For every $50 spent (before tax, S/H), you get a free  Sale-a-bration item!

Couple of things to think about:

1. If you're starting out with paper crafting or trying to build up your supply, buying from Stampin' Up! during Sale-a-bration is the way to go...you get free stamp sets that work for cards of every occasion, there is free Designer Series Paper and embellishment kits, Project Life cards, etc...a whole lot of great items to choose from up until March 31st!

2. Do a wish list - write up the things you need, then, the wants and see if it all blends together. I start with a stamp set, then, imagine what can be done with it, can it go feminine and/or masculine, etc.

Your wish list may be revised..alot! But, don't get frustrated - especially if you're working within a budget.

3. I joined Stampin' Up! because I was curious about the product and I liked the idea of getting a discount on things I knew I would use - at the time I joined, I was doing craft fairs and it helped to be able to purchase needed items at a discount. If you feel that you will always be making an order (at least $300 every three months), then, take part of the benefits of being a Demonstrator. If not, then, hook yourself up with a Demonstrator that you can trust and build a rapport with and that will be able to help you with whatever questions you may have.

I hope you enjoyed my mini haul and if you have any questions, please feel free to email me!

Have a great day!

Treat Bag Gift card holder #2

To touch someone with kindness is to change someone forever    Mike Dooley

I hope all is going well for everyone today...it's Hump Day!

As mentioned yesterday, here is the second gift card holder I made with the Treat Bag 

thinlit die:

I am a big fan of the "grunge" look - and, the Kinda Eclectic stamp set is all that! I "ticketed" the corners by using a circle punch - I thought that it added to the look of it. I also colored the bling with the lightest color of the Daffodil Delight Blendabilities and adhered to the butterfly. I love the way this came out!

This die is a "must have" - there a few more things I'd like to try with this die and I hope to have that ready for you all next week. 

Thanks again for stopping by and enjoy your day!

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Treat Bag Gift Card Holder #1

I just want to drink coffee, create stuff and sleep
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Happy Tuesday!
It has been awhile since the last post - my crafty mojo went on vacation for a little bit and she finally decided to come back home. Hopefully, she decides to stay awhile before she leaves town again:(

Stampin' Up! is in the middle of Sale-a-bration and the Spring catalog is awesome! While I may not have purchased everything available (yet), I have managed to create some damage:) One of the first purchases I made was the Mini Treat Bag Thinlet dies - I have a few ideas for this die that I was itching to try and here is one of them:

A gift card holder! I love how it came out and I think it turned out super cute! The gift card can be held in place on the insert with a glue dot or a little bit of snail. The mini clothespin is used like a pull tab and I wanted to use it as an accent. All in all, a really cute idea for a gift card holder!
Tomorrow, is #2 - its another gift card holder and I hope you like it!
Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your day!

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I Believe in This...

Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its struggles, it empties today of its strengths
Corrie Ten Boom

Have a wonderful and worry free day:)

Nancy

January 13 - 19 Weekly Deals

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	Angled Tag Topper Punch Item # 133323 Regular Price: $22.95 US/$31.95 CAN Discounted Price: $17.21 US/$23.96 CAN
	Little Pieces Embosslits Die Item # 133733 Regular Price: $11.95 US/$14.95 CAN Discounted Price: $8.96 US/$11.21 CAN
	Starburst Framelits Die Item # 132967 Regular Price: $26.95 US/$32.95 CAN Discounted Price: $20.21 US/$24.71 CAN
	Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack Item # 133787 Regular Price: $16.95 US/$22.95 CAN Discounted Price: $12.71 US/$17.21 CAN
	Tangelo Twist 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon Item # 133669 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.25 CAN Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.19 CAN
	Hello Honey 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon Item # 133671 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.25 CAN Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.19 CAN
	Blackberry Bliss 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon Item # 133668 Regular Price: $8.95 US/$12.25 CAN Discounted Price: $6.71 US/$9.19 CAN
	Watercolored Winter Kit - Digital Download Item # 136678 Regular Price: $9.95 US/$10.95 CAN Discounted Price: $5.97 US/$6.57 CAN

Groovy Monday

Happy Monday!

Quite a bit going on today - my kiddies have returned to school, College Football Championship Game (Go Ducks!) and a new post!
When Hubby and I were dating, we would send each other letters and cards through the mail...just because. And, Valentines Day...I would get the sweetest cards from him, knowing that he spent a while in Hallmark, trying to figure out which one to get. And, let me tell you...he never picked a bad one...he isn't the mushy type, so, it was always a surprise to get a card from him.
Well, as the years went on, we stopped writing each other notes and I realized that I really miss that!
So, since I have decided that 2015 will be a completely different year for all of us, I am picking up our lost tradition...starting with this:

I made two different cards using the Groovy Love stamp and Gorgeous Grunge stamp sets. I used three colors of card stock: Pink Pirouette, Ear;y Espresso and Whisper White. After cutting mat layers, it left me with about a 1/2 inch of scraps and I used that on the front of the card for some contrast, along with embossing the Whisper White piece with the Large Polka Dot Embossing Folder.

Here's the Pink Pirouette base card with the Early Espresso layer:

I used Strawberry Slush, Crumb Cake and Early Espresso inks for the stamped images and inked the edge of the heart with the sentiment with Blushing Bride.

And, here's the Early Espresso card with the Pink Pirouette layer.

Early Espresso and Crumb Cake were the only inks I used for the stamped images on this card, and, I inked the edge of the sentiment piece with Blushing Bride again. There are a few rhinestones scattered near the hearts, forming a nice little cluster.

I hope he likes whichever one I choose!

Don't forget about Sale-a-bration...for every $50 spent (before tax and shipping), you can get some really awesome product from the Sale-a-bration insert for free! You can stop by my site at kahuila1.stampinup.net for more info and to order!

Pink Pirouette 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Sweetheart Punch

$15.95

Blushing Bride Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$7.95

Groovy Love Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$17.95

Gorgeous Grunge Clear Stamp Set

$17.95

Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments

$4.95

Goodbye, 2014!

We can't become what we need to be by remaining what we are

-Oprah

Pretty apt for the last day of 2014, don't you think?

First of all, congratulations to Millie Kam - she was the winner for my contest! 

Second of all, this blog will be getting a complete over haul within the next day or two...I felt that I should start 2015 with a new frame of mind.

I want to take this time to thank all of you who have stopped by my blog to take a look and I hope that you will tune in after the new year to see some of the new products being offered when our Occasions catalog goes live next Tuesday, January 6. Along with the new Occasions catalog, Stampin' Up! will also be starting their Sale-a-bration program (January 6 to March 31, 2015) - for every $50 spent, you get a choice of some really great free products that will be offered during this limited time - both the catalog and Sale-a-bration supplement will be available for viewing on my Stampin' Up! site on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Just head on over to kahuila1.stampinup.net to take a look next week!

*For my non SU! projects, please stop by my other crafting blog, acraftyplacetobe.blogspot.com.

Until then, may you and yours enjoy a safe holiday and Happy New Year!